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Guru veiling was of creating news friendships. The times that we spent wit our friends were·tMe qn s that will remain with us. It didn't matter whether we were' going to a i:riday night movie or just going over to a friends house to do some homewerk.e fl._tch T.V .. Junio,r,Monica Wood said, " I like to go over to my friends house and just watc VJ ane¥t-alk. "'FFiends are a major part of our life. When we look back o 1981 we will remember. many things: But no matter what it was we accomplishett. the:-times were always special ecause we were with friends . .. , .. ~ Senior Jon Johnson and junior Dan Ryan give each other a good luck hug on the day before a game. Senior Mark Root casually waits in the lunch line. 4/Theme Dawn Rickard Senior Aaron Walter shows off the latest dance. Freshman Michelle McClellan and Loretta Jones express thier friendship. Seniors Karen Birsingh, Jean Sillik, Tara Cruz, and Jacqui Slater show thier spirit during home-coming week. Theme / 5 By striving towards new goals we; Created A Sensation As a painter creates a sensation with his masterpiece and a musician) makes a wave with the latest hit\ smash, we too at St. Albert's created our own kind of sensation in 1987 and 1988. From the beginning of the school year we did things that would set us apart from all the other students who have attended St. Albert. By_striving towards new goals to go farther than anyone before us, we had an effect on people. Whether it was in art class, band, on the field , or in the classroom, we surprised all , and made them be6/Theme lieve that we were special. But achieving this wasn't always easy . There were the long nights studying to learn your lines or trying to get that outside jumper to sink. The nights when you stayed up to make sure that you knew everything there was to know about Algebra II (If that is possible!). Then there were the t imes your team didn 't win in wiffleball and it kept coming back to haunt you for the rest of your P.E. days; or the time you thought that everybody was stoned , especially Scott O'Grady for wearing that tie of his all through high school. When all was said and done, you knew it was worth it all because there would be the satisfaction in knowing that someone was watching and they were impressed. Whether we decided to continue our education or start a career or family, the challenges of life will always face us. As St. Albert graduates , we have the solid foundation that will allow us to create a sensation in anything we do. Dennis Christiansen Seniors Connie Rav lin, Kathy Allers, Gin· dy Petrat is model for the camera. Senior Christian Jones shows his cross country form. Junior Molly Graeve works on her color wheel in art. Junior Steve Oberdin takes a break to pose for the camera during a journalism work night . Theme /7 Freshman Letitia Sanchez is c&ught off guard during 9th grade English. The Unveiling Student life. And what a life it is. What with all the sports, our jobs, parties and other assorted activites that we can't go into for fear of censorship. For the most part we strove to keep our life in school and out of school balanced. For the times that we were out of balance we generally paid for it. Somehow, someway the administration always found out when we were out of line. For the times that we were in balance, we spent most of that time working. Whether it was selling clothes or selling canned goods; jobs were a vital part of survival in the 80's. Most of the money that we earned went to paying for car expenses, clothes, or just the necessary things for everyday life. What about the times when we were out of balance and we woke up not really knowing just exactly where we were and we really didn't want to know; we were just glad that we woke up. What about the times when we had to go to school the day after a late night concert and teachers actually wanted us to answer a question. But there were also the times when we just wanted to be alone with that special someone. Wether it was at the movies or for a romantic ride in the carriage in the Old Market, we held those times close to our hearts. The times that we spend outside of the rigorous 8:25 to 3:00 schedule, are the times that will be with us forever. Dennis Christiansen Sen iors Doug Rew , Joe Turner, Chris Hughes, and Jerry Lenihan take a moment to joke around during they're study hall period. Student Life / 9 • • • • ' ' ' • • ,, • • Remember, For A Moment Student Life Take just a moment to look back on the year of 1987-88, and remember some of the exciting things we did. "What's going on tonight?" "Hey, did you hear about the party ... ?" Movies attracted many students on the weekend . "Dirty Dancing," "Three Men And A Baby," and "Fatal Attraction" were a few of the big blockbusters. For the late-nighters the "Rocky Horror Picture Show" assured a hilarious time but if you were in the mood for a quiet evening a VCR movie, and a few snacks would complete the picture. The Old Market was the place to go if atmosphere was the quest. Ted and Wally's scooped the best ice cream, and Daydreams provided good laughs, and every now and then a chuckle of embarassment from their "unique " cards. Taking a walk, having a picnic, or even sliding down the slides could be enjoyed at Central Park Mall. The highlight of the evening could be finding a party which was sometimes a 1 O I Student Life ' ' ' ' \ '\ ' rare occurence. Iowa Western and Creighton were some of the popular spots, but a party didn't always mean being crowded in a room with tons of people and deafening music. It could have been a few friends at Kentucky Fried Chicken, or a bunch of guys at a concert: Def Leppard, White Snake, and Whitney Houston were a few of the hot concerts during the year. Ringing up groceries, refereeing ball games, and selling clothes may not have been as fun as a concert or party, but work was a major activity which took up much time with students. Many weekends were given up to earn some extra money. Whatever activities were done, it was who we did them with that made them special, adventurous, and exciting: never forget the fun we had, not even for a moment. Jacqui Slater Left, Bill Pattee and Chuck Simms converse with Steve Oberdin and Dale Scott about " Good Morning, Vietnam." Middle, Michelle Auen shows her excitement working at Munchville. Bottom right, Maureen Fischer smiles while getting squeaky clean. Above, Brian Ratigan, and Mike Honaker wait for their food at Burger King. Left, Matt Fenner searches for the perfect card at Drugtown . Student Life I 11 Taking a stroll along the halls are Julie McCoy, Kathy Alters, Karen Birusingh, and Tara Cruz. Puppy love in a poodle-skirt , with Jenny Rawlings and Brian Ratigan. 12/Homecoming Jenny Murray reacts to the news tha t there wil l be no bingo that night . Again success and ... Good Memories This years homecoming like others, was greatly anticipated and accepted by the students and faculty. The hit song by Bon Jovi, " Wanted Dead or Alive," was the theme throughout the week. Starting it off on Monday was Old Timer's Day as the students clad in all forms of senior citizen apparel: from Grandpa's golf pants for the guy, to gray-haired wigs and horned-rimmed glasses for the girls. Canes, walkers, and even wheelcharis, were also commonly seen . · Day two was good ol' be-boppin' 50's and 60's day. Seen around the school was the familiar clothing of that time: poodle-skirts, pony-tails, jeans and t-shirts, topped off with the slick, greased back pompador, with a smoke behind the ear. At the end of the day, they met in the gym for a sock hop. Wednesday everyone hit Jtie S.A. Beach, for Beach Day. Equipped with the natural beach attire, sunglasses, sun-oil, snorkels, and flippers . Karen Birusingh even came prepared to " hit the waves dude," with a surf board. A feeling of togetherness, peace, and oneness blanketed the school for Thrusday's Woodstock Day. Torn-up jeans, bell-bottoms, hippie hair, and signs of "Make Love Not War." Excitement was thick in the air that night for the annual pep-rally. Ag ain, the seniors reigned supreme in the final standings of the events. The finale of the evening found all eyes and ears peeled to find who would be crowned 198i's Homecoming King and Queen . Sean Davis and Cindy Petraitis were the royal ones chosen out of the honorary court of Chris Hanafan , Aaron Walter, Mark Lookabill, Doug Rew, and Steve Martin; Jill Pender, Amy Tobias, Jacqui Slater, Connie Ravlin, and Jean Sillik. Friday everyone wa s dressed to the nines for Dress-Up Day. The traditional Homecoming Mass proved in its success, that even in all the fun, we still have the time to show our love and thanks to God for the chance to have had the fun . That night, fans gathered in the Falcon Stadium to witness the Birds tar and feath er the Cathedral Cardinals 28-6 in the Homecoming Game. The week' s festivities came to an overwhelming climax at the Homecoming Dance. Students rocked the night away to music provided by The Cousins, and were also visually entertained by the popu lar, large video screen. So another Homecoming comes to a clo se, but again a lot of pleasant memories were forever implanted in the minds of all the students of the 1987 Homecoming. Jeff Howard Ji ll Pender gives newly crowned Homecoming Queen, Cindy Petraitis a hug, while Julie Holder waits anxiously in line. Homecoming I 13 That's who? Yep, that's right, our very own Terry Dolnicek. Greg O'Grady reveals the way that he's going to play at the Homecoming Game. Mark Shea shows off his dance moves for the camera, at the 50's sock-hop. 14/Homecoming Beach buds Doug Fischer and Marc Schnitker off to make a stop at class, then to the shore. " Who else is coming? Greatl See you down at Manawal" Exclaims Karen Birusingh . S.A.'s Senior stoners - Kathy Alters, Beth Quigley, Jody Schmitz, Tina DeChant, Jacqui Slater, and Stacy Oberdin . The homemade 3-wheeler courtesy of Steve Schnitker. Homecoming I 15 Junior Jason Smith works on his assignment while others sit and talk. Frshman Tina Ryan practices a new form of exercise in Engli sh class. Junior Nate Schnitker looks pleased as he looks up at the camera . 16 I Student Life Sports,plays,homework involved in Student Life When people think of student life, they usually think of all of the th ings that a student does out of school like go to a party or to a movie with a friend. Although these things are a major part of a students life, what about the things they do in school? A students life involves what they do all the time. A students life involves · everything that they do, creating new and exciting things to do around Saint Albert isn't easy, so the students on the hill like to stick to the basics. Whether it is going . to their favorite sports event to cheer on their special guy I gal or gathering in the halls before the last bell rings to get some last minute homework done or talking about last nights gossip. When three o'clock roles around there was always a practice to go to whether it was for a sport or for the play that was to be out. Ah , finally it was the weekend; oh , what to do? There was always time to go out and support the Falcons and Saintes after all that practicing they did. A students life is a way of creating a new sensation of finding things to do and ways to create better times for the things that come everyday. Dawn Rickard Senior Doug Rew shows off his Alf watch while he tries to hide from the camera. Junior Matt tenn er catches a few ZZZ's while others take notes. Student Life I 17 --Organizallons~~~~~~­ 18/ 0rg.-Act. And Activities I Rob Hunter '88 receives th e host during Sen- : ior Ring Mass . Tara Cruz '88 is prepared for a sunny day at the beach on Hawai ian Day. What actually takes place behind the scenes of the clubs and organizations at St. Albert? Their existence is known but their goals and achievements are not as familiar. The Non-Users group, for example, met every Friday with Mr. Gordan Ord. He spoke with students on the effects of alcohol and drug abuse. Because the meetings are strictly confidential , the students involved felt comfortable relating their thoughts and feelings with the other members. For those students willing and able to compete at the academ ic level, the Brain Bowl offered them this opportunity. The team consisted of students who represented grade point averages ranging from 2.0 - 4.0. During the academic decathalons, the participants individually took written exams, gave prepared and impromptu speeches, and were interviewed by a group of judges . As a team, they also partic ipated in the Super Quiz at the end of the day. Thi s activity was governed in the same manner as a t.v. game show. Members of the team took turn s at answering questions against their opponents. These are only two examples of the many various clubs and organizations St. Albert has to offer. Although the school is small , it is worthy of the activities its organizations render. Tina DeChant Th e cast of "Carousel" proves their talent during the fal l musical. -----Or9anizations and Activities Org.-Act./ 19 - ----------- Student Council members, Strive for a better school. Walking through the halls one bright, sunny morning in early December you might have noticed that there were plastic bags on the floor in front of the statue, brimming over with food and goodies for the poor and needy. And you might have noticed that Ms . Virginia Carbury received an award for her many years of service at Saint Albert during the allschool mass. Who, you ask is doing all these wonderful and amazing feats of goodness? Why, it's the student council. This out-going and nara-worKmg group of young leaders, not only govern the student body, but they start such things as the food drive and decorating the school for Christmas. "We also planned homecoming week and rewrote the constitution of the student council." said Matt Buchanan , secretary I treasurer of the student body. The student council also was involved in getting the new gym underway. This was recognized when student council President Cindy Petratis said a few words during the ribbon cutting ceremony, in which she thanked the many contributors for helping the dream come true . The members of the student council are elected by the students at the end of the previous school year, except for the Freshman memebers who are elected during their Freshman year. The student council works toward making St. Albert a better place to attend. While doing this they learn valuable lessons in leadership and responsibility and the students benefit by being able to have a way to work out problems within the school. Dennis Christiansen Freshman class representatives Kristi Gross, Doug Fischer, Kari Hanafan, Diane Fischer, Meg Gronstal, and Lori Hughes pose with St. Albert. Junior class reps. Steve Oberdin, Troy Hemmingsen, Nate Schnitker, Peg gy McGinn, Brian Ratigan, and Theresa Fischer show that they all have leaping abilities. 20 / StuCo • Senior class reps Jeff Howard, Sean Davis, Connie Ravlin, Kathy Allers , Jacqui Slater, and Becky Ficek. Student body representatives Matt Buchanan, Cindy Petratis, and Joe Turner pray for a good semester. Sophomore class reps . Maureen Fischer, Laura Turner, Jeremy Petry, Brian Brabec, Shelia McGinn, and Shelly O'Brien. StuCo / 21 " And here's another place we can write to," exclaims Bragg. Looking over his daily planner, Bragg schedules appointments for teachers and students. Mr. Wah l wa its as Mr. Bragg gladly shows him some information. 22 I Guidance Counselor gives S.A. Something to ''Bragg'' about Counseling is more than answering questions for juniors and seniors. "It's a lot of responsibility being a counselor and trusting that you are meeting the needs of all the students that visit the counseling center." Counselor Dean Bragg's schedule is filled with versatility to keep him busy. Bragg co-teaches Peer Counseling with Mr. Kippley, and teaches a seventh and eighth grade guidance course. Bragg has other jobs that coincide with his job as counselor, like assisting with the registration and scheduling process, coordinationg and evaluating the schools testing program, checking on the progress of individual students on request of a parent or teacher, and organizing the Spring Awards program. Even with a hectic schedule, Bragg still has time to help counsel students having difficulties in social, educational, and family settings. When asked why he liked his job so well Bragg stated that it was because "of the student body, in regards to being kind , courteous, and respectful. " Bragg continued to state that he's "never been treated better by students, parents, teachers, and administration." Mr. Bragg has been a counselor and teacher in Nebraska for the past twenty-one years, and is one of the newest members of the St. Albert staff. Danielle Tighe Mr. Bragg calmly shows his concern while helping a student. Guidance I 23 New Comers .. . Write to the top Copyfitting, cropping pictures and deadlines were all familiar phrases to Journalism II students, but to the "new comers " these were unfamiliar and unfriendly terms . The year began by learning the basics: learning to write copy , draw layouts and of course, taking pictures. The class was given assignments and tests to insure that their comprehension of presented material was adequate. Senior Kevin Claussen said, "At first I didn't know if the class was for f!1e. It seemed like a big commitment, but so far it's turned out great." After the basics were learned, the class was given their very first yearbook and newspaper assignments. Applying their newly learned skills with help and encouragement from advisor Barb Yager, all deadlines were met. Junior Dan Ryan stated, "Miss Yager is tough, but I really enjoyed the challenge. When I saw my first story in print, it made all the hard work worth 24/ Journalism it." Along with working during school hours, the students were also required to attend a Wednesday night worknight. The atmosphere at work-night was more relaxed : students went from ties and dress shoes to sweatshirts and tennis shoes; the radio was played and students brought " brain food" to increase their creativity. "The purpose of work-nights was to allow students time to receive extra help and put finishing touches on layouts and stories ," stated advisor Barb Yager. The students worked hard, but each one left knowing he or she played a vital role in creating a sensation .. . Dimensions '88. Nancy McPartland Dan Ryan sits and awaits divine inspiration. Members of Journalism I: Dawn Hite, Amy Tobias , Mike Brisso, Matt Fenner, Steve Oberdin, Chuck Thorn , Dan Ryan and Kevin Claussen. Dani elle Tighe not pic tured . At top: Juniors, Mike Brisso and Steve ·oberdin work hard on a journalism test. At top right: Senior, Kevin Claussen, works hard on his journalism assignments . At Lower right : Junior, Jason Sprinkle, shows his enthusiasm for journalism . Junior, Matt Fenner makes a list of his photo assignments. • 1111 • ' ••• ,,. , .. ,,. "· ' \ f- '\- Journalism I 25 Advanced Journalism students take time out for a break. They include, Jeff Howard , Matt Buchanan, Jean Sillik, Jacqui Slater, Tina DeCant, Dawn Rickard, Nancy McPartland, Dennis Christiansen, and Cindy Persinger. Jeff Howard smiles with excitement as he comes up with an excellent idea for his layout. Tina DeChant, Jacqui Slater, and Nancy McPartland work independently, but are ready to help each other when needed. 26 I Journalism .,.h e crea t• f ion o ... NEW IDEAS Walking into the room, a sense of belonging surrounded the Advanced Journalism students. Each person was so much alike and yet so different. Individuals had a unique way of expressing their ideas whether it was a story for the yearbook, or an inspiration during a Wild "brainstorming" session. Some Preferred to go off by themselves in a quiet corner, while others welcomed -help in a more casual circle of friends. " I write better under pressure. The closer the deadline the easier it is tor me. I like to get the opinion of some other journalism students when I write my stories," said Nancy McPartland. Assignments were given, deadlines met, and frustrations exposed. In the end, however, faces were bright with smiles of pride, and most of all relief. As a coach watches his team practice, and gets to know how each one plays, he realizes that everyone on the team has a completely different personality, and different goals. With Miss Barb Yager as the journalism " coach," the whistle was never blown to stop students from creating their own ideas or opinions. Last year was Miss Yager's first year in charge of the fun-filled Dimensions and Accipiter staff. " It was quite a job to pick up such a responsibility, but all-in-all the class went well. I tried to develop the idea that imagination can be combined with learning." The staff, which included Dennis Christiansen, Matt Buchanan, Tina DeChant, Jacqui Slater, Jeff Howard, Nancy McPartland, Cindy Persinger, Dawn Rickard, and Chuck Thorn, underwent many changes: layouts were drawn up differently, artwork was rare, deadlines were enforced, and the general style was slanted just enough to bring out the students own imaginations and creativity. Did we create a sensation? Through the friendships that will last forever, the 1987-88 Dimensions staff was able to create the yearbook and the paper. A sensation of pride and excellence was developed: Pride in the final creation of Dimensions and excellence in the creation of new ideas. Jacqui Slater Dawn Rickard, Matt Buchanan, and Cindy Persinger pose for the camera while working. Matt Buchanan and Dennis Christiansen show their GQ look at a worknight. Journal ism I 27 S.A.I A.L. Combine Education Learn Together as One Attending two different schools for classes was a normal everyday schedule for a few of the seniors. These select few spent two hours a day at A.L. to attend advanced physics and chemistry classes. "Since S.A. is small, it has to limit the classes it offers. It's great that the students who have different interests can go to A.L. and other public schools and take classes there that they otherwise would have missed out on, " commented senior Becky Ficek. In return, students from A.L. attended a comp~ter class at St. Albert which was not offered at their school. These classes were taught by Mr. Belt in the convent during second and third hour everyday. Mr. Belt thought it was a good idea for students to commute back and forth to other schools. His philosophy was, " Another day, another A." Senior Chad McDermott said, "The A.L. students were a little more advanced than we were at first because Senior Becky Ficek makes chemicals during a lab experiment. 281 A.L. Exchange of their better background of chemisty. I feel last year we were cheated because of our chemisty teacher's lack of concern and laziness. Next year the juniors will have a better understanding of what's going on," McDermott continued , " it was also easier to skip, and we never had to eat the school lunch." Meanwhile the sophomores spent one semester trying to pass driver's education classes at Thomas Jefferson. The class used simulators to test their real life reactions to simulated conditions. The students also had actual driving tests: they drove anywhere from the one-way streets of Council Bluffs to the Westroads shopping mall in Omaha. The third part of the course was in-class instruction with written tests and assignments which included drawing maps of Council Bluffs streets and Council Bluffs interstate ramps and exits. Jean Sillik • Seniors Becky Ficek and Doug Struyk share a laugh during their lab experiment. Abraham Lincoln Chemistry Instructor, assist Becky Ficek with her chemistery assignment. Senior Chad McDermott works on his chemistery while John Miller pays c lose attention. Senior John Miller begins cleaning up after completin g his chemistry lab . A.L . Exchange / 29 Inside of gym during construction . Construction ends for the day as equipment stands nearby ready for tomorrow. Groundbreaking begins as construction starts on the gym. 30/New Gym Fundraising profitable S.A. builds new gymnasium Three years ago Father Edward Hurley, Mike Kavars and John O'Conner started scouting other gyms in the metro area for ideas that they could incorporate into the design of the gym. Using the gymnasium designs they had seen the three men came up with three separate ideas. The designs were then presented to the board which was put together to make the final decision about construction . The board, led by Dick Hamming, consisted of six peo- - . After reveiwing the information they had seen they were given the okay to start fundraising . Fundraising brought in approximately one million dollars to distibute throughout the school. The gymnasium received $150,000 to start construction. This , however, was not enough as construction of the gym required more money. This, in turn, delayed construction as alternatives to cutting costs and other sources of funds were looked at. "We had already spent -- $165,000 dollars and we still had to add tiles to the floor and some more beams in," said Athletic Director Mike Kavars. The gym consisted of a basketball court and an adjoining wrestling room, however, its main use was to be P.E. and basketball practice which took some of the wear off the old gymnasium floor. The administration also planned to hold social events such as the auction and other programs in the new gym. Once completed the administration planned to bring the weight room inside the building. • The construction of the new gymnasium presented St. Albert with the ability to further the sensation of accomplishment and pride in the athletic department. There were many people who contributed to the abiity to create this sensation and it is up to the future students to carry-out this attitude. Matt Fenner Construction worker puts finishing touches on a door leading to the gym. A wall goes up to separate the gym from the wrest lin g room . New Gym / 3 1 Interest shown in ... SPEECH Freshman Greg Miller exercises his speech techniques. 32 I Student Life Sophomore Mark Shea shakes hands with his opponent aft er a debate tournament . Freshman Chali Inserra speaks to her fellow classmates during class. Delivering a speech for Debate is sophomore Adam Jones. Student Life I 33 Various seniors find a close moment during Senior Ring Mass I Breakfast. Changes Foreseen; Religion Schedule Varies The religion department wasn't quite the same as it was in years past. There was a larger variety of courses to choose from, and students didn't have to sign up for a class according to what grade they were in. The idea of having more religion classes to choose from was to get the students more interested in religion . Church Issues and World Religion were a couple of the new classes that the students chose out of a student survey taken during the 1986-'87 school year. These classes were based on many social and religious beliefs. Father Kiernan felt that the classes "allow for more lee-way in scheduling." He also added, " the kids seem to like the new classes; and from what I can see, it looks as though the classes are working out fine." Even though the classes looked as if they were working for the students, the teachers of these classes had different problems. "I had never taught World Religion before so I wasn't exactly sure what to expect," said Tom Heithoff, "so what I had to do was just get a feel for the class and what I had to teach." Father Hoefler commented that one of the things he liked about the greater adversity in class choice was that certain courses were not specifically assigned to certain grades. Under the old program , Hoefler felt that students couldn't get as varied of an education on religion as compared to the new program. As for the future, a course dealing with public service looks like a possibility. With more courses to choose from, religion classes and retreats should end up being received much better by the students in the future. Chuck Thorn Father Hoefler holds his tongue in retort to a student's comment. 34 I Rel igion Darcy Edelbrock and Michelle Doner look on in amazement as Tim Minor is about to be embalmed. Ms. Wiley explains the procedure of a synod . Dawn Rickard , Lynne Quinze and Nanc y McPartland joke around after senior breakfast. Religion I 35 Drama dept. takes a ride on ... ''Carousel'' Creating is not an unfamiliar word when it comes to the theater. It's what actors do best. St. Albert is at the top when it comes to this starting with the fall musical " Carousel." The show began in the late spring of 1987. The cast worked hard throughout the summer with choreography, requiring each cast member to attend five workshops. Joann Cady worked hard, teaching basic dance steps and combinations to students. When school resumed the cast put what they had learned during the summer on the stage with lines and the music. Due to a large cast, new and old faces were in abundance; some " old timers" were Troy Hemmingsen and Peggy 36/Drama McGinn. One newcomer included senior Maureen O'Gara, "I was a little nervous at first I didn't think I could remember all my lines, but everyone was glad to help and that made it easier." High school students were not the only ones involved in "Carousel." Several jr. high students were needed to be in the chorus and to portray Enoch Snow's children. The show gave the junior high students an introduction to theater without much responsibility . The show opened on November 6th and played to a full during its run. Nancy McPartland Senior Jeff Howard literally sweeps sophomore Pa ulette Ch ull ino o ff her feet. Senior Jeff Howard s ings a song about sai ling on th e high seas. On to State for . . . ''Vanities'' On a smaller scale, the drama dept. performed the one act play "Vanities" for competition . The cast contained only three, compared to the large cast of the fall musical "Carousel." Seniors Tina DeChant , Maureen O'Gara and Jacqui Slater portrayed the women in the show. Districts were held in late January at Glenwood. The cast earned a I at districts which qualified them for state competition. State wa s held at Kirn on February 6th and the ca st received a II rating . Tina DeChant said "I really enjoyed getting involved with drama it was a neat experience." Nancy McPartland Junior Troy Hemmingsen propositions Junior Peggy McGinn. Senior Maureen O'Gara reads her lines while Tina O'Brien fixes senior Tina DeChants hair. Drama / 37 Mr. Dolnicek helps junior Bill ie Jo Suden understand the days assignment. Mr. Schnitker watches as his students participate in a lab. Freshman physic al sc ience students don aprons and prepare for their lab . 38 / Science Science at S.A.: ''Hands-On'' Approach Taken Science isn't a department that receives much attention but in all actuality it is an important part of the school curriculum. The department classes include Biology and Advanced Biology taught by Mr. Dolnicek and Chemistry, Physics, and Physical Science taught by Mr. Schnitker. Mr. Dolnicek began teaching at St. Albert in 1975 and has stayed ever since. Mr. Dolnicek enjoys students, which is one of the reasons why he enjoys teaching so much. In the classroom Mr. Dolnicek tries to teach to each person in his class and to give everyone some hands on experience. He tries to get his students to use problem solving techniques and pratical application, rather than just repetition . "I kind of like it when a plan comes together" said Mr. Dolnicek "we give them a little knowledge and they apply it." It's this part of teaching that gives Mr. Dolnicek a sense of accomplishment. As a teacher Mr. Dolnicek sees each year as a new challenge with new faces and new personalities, therefore, the same information is being differently by a new group of kids. On the other side of the tracks is Chemistry teacher Mr. Stephen Schnitker. Mr. Schnitker graduated from Saint Albert in 1968 and returned to teach in 1972 at St Albert. After two years he left to pursue a career change. While he was away Mr. Schnitker missed what he enjoyed most about teaching . The ability to determine how and what he wanted to do in the course, how to plan it, and carry it through while learning from the experience. So he returned this year to teach chemistry. One of the things he noticed was that the school was smaller "but they now have a greater diversity of classes." Mr. Schnitker would like to make some changes in his class in the next few years like such as the number of labs, new books, and improving the facilities . Mr. Schnitker has always preferred chemistry because of his own personal tastes but judging the student responses, he thinks the students enjoy the the organizational and systematic concepts best. Many students view the science department as a stepping stone to future plans. " I will eventually need it if I decide to go into the medical field ", said junior Greg O'Grady . However, most students seem to enjoy the labs and watching chemical reactions take place. The highlight would seem to be on the dissecting of frogs . "I think it'll be fun to see the innards and stuff," commented sophomore Adam Jones. Matt Fenner Mr. Schnitker explains a lab to freshman Matt Noon. Science / 39 Social Studies ... History, the key to the future " St. Albert has one of the best social studies programs in the state of Iowa," stated social studies instructor Ken Meshling, "our teachers here at St. Albert are all devoted in their field of social studies," said Mr. Meshling. Mike Kavars also agreed adding that St Albert offers " four years of social studies while most others only offer three." St. Albert offers a variety of courses in the social studies field such as contemporary history, world history, government, United States history, economics, psychology, sociology, and honors history. " To give the kids here such a variety of classes expands Mr. Wettengel shows his coolness to the camera. 401 Social studies their knowledge," stated Mr. Shorey. History is an important part in everyone's life. History helps us realize where we have been and where we are going; it helps us to realize the mistakes our forefathers have made and the improvements that have been made in our society. "I enjoy learning about the past to see the changes that have been made," said Mr. Kavars. Mike Herbert adds "If we did not know about the past then how would we know where we came from and how we got to be where were at now." " I think that history is one of my most interesting subjects and even if it wasn't required for four years I would still take it," said Scott Jones. The improvements that the teachers would like to see in the department are varied . Mr. Meshling stated "I would like to see mo r e honors history classes picked up for the students who would like to keep on going in social studies ." "All the equipment we have to use the maps , globes , projectors, and VCR's help teaching," said Mr. Wettengel. Mr. Kavars added " the projectors and VCR's are almost always available when we need them ." Mike Brisso Mr. Wettengel teaches two of his fine students. Mr. Shorey introduces a guest speaker for the Mike Dukakis campaign. Mr. Shorey lectures his class on the Mike Dukakis's campaign. Social Studies / 41 • . , .•. .... •• Ms. McGuire and senior Jenny Rethmeier show satisfaction from a fini shed project. 42 /Art Inspiration key to ... Personal Development With the stroke of a brush and the spinning of a pottery wheel the arts and crafts classes have learned to create their own sensation. With art director, Deb McGuire inspiring her students, it was easy for a closeness to develop between teacher and student. " We can express our most intimate thoughts through our work, with class members, and Ms. McGuire," stated junior, Dawn Hite. Whether you were a beginner trying to learn the color wheel or a developed artist learning how to air brush, the emphasis in these classes was personal development. "Art let's me be myself, it's a way to express myself through color and design," explained senior, Kathy Alters . Each student at St. Albert has a talent whether expressed or hidden. Through arts and crafts these students were able to discover and improve their talents which were displayed in many forms: whether it was in the art room, on the wall , throughout the school or on a ceil ing tile these talents definitely can not go unnoticed. "I don't push people or strive to make them artists, I just let them express themselves through art on paper," stated Ms. McGuire. Inspiration was a key word in art. Many students found their inspiration coming from within themselves: a collage of past and present experiences: others found motivation through external forces : fellow young artists , music and poetry. With this in mind , it was easy to see that the arts and crafts are an important factor in creating and developing individualism at St. Albert Amy Tobias Freshmen Brian Avise and Meg Gronstal share artis· tic ideas in Art 1. Ceiling tiles are sensationally displayed in the art room. Art/ 43 Mr. Kippley energetically takes part in the All City Music Festival. 44 / Choir Musical sensation leads ... Choir to unified sound The '88 St. Albert choir was one that was both physically close and also unified vocally. The 87-88 year was a good one for the choir, with many performances and talented students. "I love to sing. I feel that our class is pretty close and I really enjoyed working with choir members," said Junior Peggy McGinn. A regular day in choir consists of working on new material for upcoming events, going over details about competitions, and learning individual parts. A great amount of time is also spent practicing learned material which helps make the choir sound like well-practiced singers. The choir is also involved in competitions, mostly in solo and ensemble but also in the All City Music Festival. Troy Hemmingsen and Peggy McGinn participated in duets and Peggy McGinn also sang two solos in the solo and ensemble corripetition in late March. With the help of the energetic and devoted Mr. Kippley the choir reached new heights of togetherness and oneness. Mr. Kippley is the key to bringing this group of diverse individuals into a single harmonious sound . The choir functions as a team, but creates with the specialization of the individual. The St. Albert choir from left to right. Bottom row: Dave Theisen , Tim Howard, Tom Smyth , Troy Hemmingsen, Brian McConoghey, Roger Wilson , Eric Cihacek. Middle row: Sheila Konz, Lisa Weber, Lynne Larsen, Tammy Lesline, Monica Negrete, Sheila Behrendsen, Chri sty Weber and Mr. Kippley. Top row: Peggy McGinn, Marsha Heenan. Paulette Chullino, Carrie Persinger, and Jenny Th ompson. Several Council Bluffs schools participate in the music festival, including the St. Albert choir. Choir/ 45 Shannon Johnson gets wild and crazy with her new TEC friend Lynne Miller. Dawn Rickard takes time out to meditate after a group discussion. Nancy McPartland does a newly learned dance during recreation time. 46/TEC The TEC Tradition Being a senior is like Christmas shopping for an entire year. College applications are Christmas cards, you wouldn't want to forget anyone important, and most would like to sit back, relax and get things in order. TEC offers that oppurtunity. Teens Encounter Christ is a three day weekend at St. Thomas Moore Center. There are approximately ten TEC's offered during the school year, from which seniors choose. The purpose of TEC is to give students time to think about what they have accomplished, what lies ahead of them, but most important it helps students realize what they have. There are no pressures in the weekend; the students are there to talk about their life, forget about school and the pressures of teen life for three days. Seniors from all across Iowa attended TEC and it was a good oppurtunity to gain new friends, cherish the old ones and have fun with both. Cindy Persinger, Dawn Rickard and Nancy McPartland Nancy McPartland, Shannon Johnson, Dawn Rickard and Cindy Persinger take time out for a group picture. Cindy Persinger reads a letter from a close friend. TEC / 47 Pommers Performed and: Hit That Perfect Beat. June 10, 1987 marked the beginning of a banner year for 16 dedicated girls. The pom-poners won every award at the Iowa State Porn-Pon camp, went to Nationals in Anaheim, California and two girls were invited to travel abroad and perform. The 1987-88 pom-pon squad consisted of seniors Beth Quigley,Jacqui Slater, Jill Pender, Tina DeChant, Becky Ficek, Amy Tobias, Kathy Alters, Cindy Persinger, and Connie Ravlin. Junior members were Gina Gronstal, Libby Arnold, Sh ila Behrensen, Laurie Coats, and Dawn Hite. Sophomores Megan Ryan, Jenni Kruse rounded out this elite group. At the Iowa State Porn-Pon Camp the girls won the home routine award tor the routine "Hit That Perfect Beat/ Wipeout." In addition to that award they won the Squad Routine trophy which is learned at camp, the Sweepstake trophy which is based on total blue ribbons, the Award of Excellence which is given to the best squad out of 28. They also won the Spirit Megaphone and the Spirit Stick. Not only did the girls come out of the camp with a birth at Nationals, Beth Quigly was asked to perform at the halftime show at the Aloha Bowl in Honolulu and Jacqui Slater was invited to go to England and Ireland. While in Ireland Jacqui performed in the parade celebrating the 1 OOOth birthday of Dublin and performed at the Lord Mayors of Dublin ball. Even though Beth Quigly and Jacqui Slater are Captain and Co-Captain they did not have sole responsibility in the creation of their routines . "Everybody had to develop at least one routine." said senior Jacqui Slater. Dennis Christiansen Sophomore Megan Ryan shows her practiced pom-pon smile while at pompon camp. Sophomore Jenni Kruse practices her moves before her evaluation. 48/Pom-Pon - Seniors Jacqui Slater, Tina DeChant, and Connie Ravlin move in unison at halftime during the boys basketball game. The Pom-poner's finish their routine in fine fashion during football season. Seniors Beth Quigly, Jacqui Slater, Amy Tobias, .Juniors Gina Gronstal, and Libby Arnold and Sophomores Megan Ryan and Jenni Kruse are shown waiting out they 're next move. Yes, Ms. McGuire you're nails are beautiful! .. Pom-Pon / 49 .-------------- Cindy Persinger and Megan Ryan look pleased as pie to be on the plane to California. With shades or without, don't these pommers look cool? Libby Arnold squeals with delight while riding the shrubbery. 50 I Nationals Seniors Amy Tobias , Jacqui Slater, and Tina DeChant stop a moment in the Swiss Family Robinson Tree house. Kicking it up in Disneyland are Maureen Kru se, Peg Arnold, MaryKay Quigley, and Deb McGuire. Jacqui Slater and Libby Arnold show how they wake up in the mornin g. Fun and Nationals In California. After winning every award at the Iowa State Porn-Pon camp, this years St. Albert's pom-pon squad was picked to perform along with 25 other squads tron across the nation in the 1987·1988 Nationals in Anaheim, California . Although it took alot of hard work and dedication to get to Anaheim, once the girls were there it was mostly fun and games. The first day in California they did what all natives of Cali· fornia do; head to the ocean. A group of six daring girls decided to go into the water whether they had bathing suits or not. The next destination for the pom-poners was the Chi· nese Theater and the Walk of Fame. After marvelling at the hands and feet of many a superstar they were off to spend New Year's Eve at Disneyland where the girls saw Richard Marx and Expose in concert. The next day was spent at Disneyland with the day being capped off by a party and dance for all the pom-pon girls. But on Saturday it was down to business as the girls started the day out with two practices in the morn ing and the rest of the day was spent having a birthday party for sponsor Deb McGuire, Connie Ravlin , and Shelia Behrense . Sunday, January 4th was spent at th e malls, as the girls shopped the day away. After a hard day of shopping the pommers went to the world famous Hard Rock Cafe to indulge in some California atmosphere. Universal Studios was th e last stop on this trip tor th e girls. They viewed such famou s lot s as th e house on the hill in the "Psycho" films, they almost got devoured by the flesh eating shark from " Jaws ", and the ape that took New York by storm King Kong. Amon g th e days events, Kathy Alters was able to join the ranks of Neil Armstrong and John Young, as she was lifted off the earth into the air in th e studi os space suit. Dennis Christiansen Nationals I 5 1 Cheer, Cheer For The S.A. Spiritleaders! The 1987-88 cheerleading squads were full of enthusiasm and school spirit: cheering at pep rallies , creating spirit signs and ten girls were able to attend a summer camp. Any Varsity member had the opportunity to participate at the NCA cheerleading camp in August. The camp was held in Ames, Iowa, and was four fun-filled days that included chants, cheers, pyramids, techniques and 'friends. " Camp was fun . We learned how to make great pyramids and learned a lot of new cheers and chants. We also met a lot of people," said Sheila Konz. The camp taught cheerleaders to project their cheers and different ways to create spirit and excitement during the games. The cheerleaders who attended were Sheila Konz , Marsha Heenan, Paulette Chullino, Lynn Quinze, Danielle Tighe , Michelle Doner, Mary McClellan, Gina Tolliver, Melodie Schlautman, and Maureen O'Gara. They all agreed that camp was a great experience and was worth every sore muscle and all the sweat. Although neither the J.V. nor freshman squads were able to go to camp, cheerleading did give them many great memories. J.V. member Amy Lookabill said "The bus trips were fun because it brought everyone together. Now we're all close friends." Cha Ii Inserra, a freshman cheerleader said, "At the beginning of basketball season I felt intimidated by the large squads from other schools, but we did really good the last few games." The togetherness of each individual squad was very apparent. But when put together they equaled just one squad, the 1987-88 Saint Albert Spiritleaders. Jacqui Slater Michelle Doner, Mary McClellan , Lynn Quinze, Gina Tolliver, Paulette Chullino, Melodie Schlautman, Marsha Heenan and Maureen O'Gara pose for the camera at a get-together. 52 I Cheerleading Members of the Varsity boys basketball squad are Sheila Konz, Lynn Quinze, Marsha Heenan, and Paulette Chullino. Freshman, Kari Hanafan, Kristi Gross, Letitia Sanchez, Chali Inserra, and Alli son Hunter listen to their captian, Stephanie Klement. Members of the Varsity wrestling squad are Lisa Larsen, Melodie Schlautman, Gina Tolliver, and Maureen O'Gara. J.V. members Amy Lookabill, Chris Weber, Lori Willms , Lisa Weber, and Jenny Th ompson make a perfect mount. Cheerleading I 53 - ........ SENIOR...---~ Tim Shea struts hi s stuff at Prom '88. 54/SENIORS Senior Kathy Alters a.k.a. " Digs" enjoys herself at the Sock Hop. "It's a world of laughter, a world of tears, it's a world of hope, and a world of fear. There's so much that we share that it's time we're aware it's a small world after all." This popular tune from our childhood days described the way the class of '88 felt as they left the doors of St. Albert for the last time. They were eager to face the challenges the world had to offer, but behind those eager faces was anticipation and fear. No longer did they have each other to talk, laugh, and cry with. They were on their own. Although some may establish successful careers or start families of their own , the memories of their senior year will live on in their heart s forever. It will be nearly impossible to forget: the school dances with the dreaded breath analyzer, the road trips and overnight stays in Des Moines during the State Basketball Tournament, skip day(s), and of course the junior I senior prom . There are endless oth er fond memories that each senior will always remember. The Class of '88 will look back on their senior year with a smi le and a tear. Tina DeChant Seniors Jerry Lenihan and Sean Davis wet their whistles during Skip Day. SENIORS~- SENIORS/ 55 56/Seniors Jeff Howard, David Meyerring, Kevin Claussen try their luc k during casino night. It's been the ... Time Of Our Lives. Concerts, parties, skip day, or just plain hanging out were all a part of this year's senior class' good times and as in most years there was a certain togetherness that was felt. Whether it was due to the fact that this was our final year together or just because we realized that we all had some redeeming qualities to lend in making this year's class one of the best. This year's Senior class seemed to have a certain quality to it that separated it from all the rest. The class showed its ability to share during the _ a nnual St. Albert Feast Day. We shared our humor with the future of St. Albert, laughing with S.A. primary students during story-time and recess. "It gave the class the opportunity to remember what it was like when we were young," stated Jeff Howard. Whether that quality was the humor that all of us possessed, the ability to crack a joke at any given moment to lighten up a situation or the fact that we could rise to a challenge, meet and surpass the challenge. But what ever the 1987-88 Senior class quality was, it doesn 't change the fact that St.Albert will never have another class which can be compared . It's been said that these are going to be the best years of our lives and that these years should be the times that we remember. This was evident in this years Junior- Senior Prom. "This is the Time to Remember" was the theme that took us through the night as we danced, roller skated, partied or went to casino night on our final prom. The annual senior skip day gave us another last time together to look back . and remember. The day was one of the few times that most of the seniors could get together for a few hours of closeness as a group. So it really has been the time of our lives, but we've only lived eighteen years of that life. What's ahead for us as we leave the halls of good ole' S.A.? Were these really the best times? Most of the class is going off to college and will meet new friends and have more opportunities to reach out and fulfill themselves so we'll never know how good our senior year was until we are settled in or chosen paths. We will then be able to look back and remember all the good times we had. Dennis Christiansen ,,.- ,. . =! \. ·~ / . t . Kathleen Allers ~ Andrew Berner Karen Birusingh Mark Brisso Matthew Buchanan Cheryl Carlson Dennis Christiansen Kevin Claussen Trisha Corbaley Richard Cox Seniors / 57 Scott O'Grady shows us the look that earned him the name "Ogre." John Crowley Tara Cruz 58/Seniors Sean Davis Eric De Laubenfels Tina Dechant Daniel Disalvo Is that Chris Hanafan or John Travolta dancing? Becky Ficek Susan Gray Jill Pender gives us the usual " look ." Christopher Hanafan John Hassett Amy Helms Jeff Howard Chris Hughes Robert Hunter Jonathan Johnson Shannon Johnson Christian Jones Jon Larsen " This is the most awesome and laid back cl ass ever! ALF lives forever! " Doug Rew Jerard Lenihan Mark Lookabill Karen Biru singh shows her joy for rol ler skating while Jody Schmitz just tri es to stay up. Seniors / 59 Mark Root sports the "Tom Cruise" look while getting a tan. Steve Martin Julie Mc Coy 60 /Seniors Nancy Mc Partland David Meyerring Tra cy Morris Jennifer Murray Aaron Walter cools down while going for more refreshments . Sun tan lotion and "liquids " were the requirements for skip day. Stacy Oberdin Maureen O'Gara Scott O'Grady Stev en Parker Jill Pender Cindy Persinger " We weren't supossed to amount to anything in sports and look what we did this year," stated Chris Hughes. Cindy Petratis Beth Quigley Lynn Quinze Constance Ravlin Jennifer Rethmeier Doug Rew A group of Seniors show the spirt that was predom i nent during th e State games. Dawn Rickard Mark Root Seniors / 6 1 Melodie Schlautman Jody Schmitz Gee Sean, which excuse did you use for this one? 62/Seniors Timothy Shea Mary Jean Sillik Jacqueline Slater Michelle Sondag Kirk Storm Henry Straka " Out of all the c lasses I've seen at St. Albert, th e only clas s I wou ld want to be a pa rt o f is ours," commented Sean Dav is. Doug Struyk Patrick Thompson Eric Delaubenfels asks us, "How can I lose?" Amy Tobias Gina Tolliver Joseph Turner John Van Scoy .. , ·--..... An unidentified person in a sombrero invades the boys pom-pon routine. Steve Martin and Aaron Walter show off they're mainly prowes. Christopher Young Not Pictured : ;;· ~ Andrew Gilbronson Robert Graeve Richard Green Chad McDermott John Miller David Zimmerm an Aaron Walter Rick Williams Seniors / 63 64/Seniors Chris Hughes smirks in hopes of avoiding the camera. Jean Sillik and Connie Ravlin display their undying friendship. Revealing her version of " Th e Liv ing Dead ", Cindy Persinger devours her breakfast. Showing her school spirit, Nancy McPartland dons a 50's outfit during homecoming week . POTTAWRITRMlE COUNT'< 3R1L SB77D31 John Larsen exhibits punishment for participating in senior skip day. Seniors / 65 66/Seniors Chris Huges and his date try to decide exactly who is skating backwards. Matt Buchanan awaits as Mr. Meschling corrects an assignment. Tara Cruz sleepily collects the morning attendance. Connie Ravlin and Shelly Sondag share a laugh during homecoming week. Jacqui Slater hula's her way to class. Seniors / 67 Dreams Come True ... Final Performance For The Seniors As the seniors put on their caps and gowns many thoughts must have raced through their heads as they approached that final moment before the ceremony. Kathy Alters, president of the National Honor Society, approached the podium to deliver the graduation invocation , and she made it <clear that the seniors couldn't have made it this far without the help and support from their families and friends . " Grads truely deserve to be here tonight to receive their diplomas for all of their accomplishments and hard work that has paid off," stated Alters . It came time for the final blessing to their final farewell and after the final blessing by Rev. Bullock, Connie Ravlin had the honor of leading the grads in turning the tassels. The class then marched out proud as can be to the recessional, " This is the Time to Remember" (Billy Joel) leaving with hugs , tears , smiles, and camera flashes and a bright future. Dawn Hite Chris Hanafan expresses his joy of graduating with his mother. Tina Dechant and Jacqui Slater share a special moment between friends with a hug . Pat Thompson, Shelly Sondag, and Joe Turner walk down the aisle towards their future . Kathy Allers "Digs" smiles for th e camera displaying her diploma. " Look Ma, I got my diploma." Kathy Allers shares a pride fi lled moment with her mother. Graduation I 69 This is a time ... To Remember "This Is A Time To Remember" was the perfect theme for Prom 1988. On April 23rd, as the couples walked through the silver tunnel, they entered a modern world. The gym was filled with red , white, black, and silver streamers. A shining city lined the gym, gorgeous white palm trees were waving in the air and the unique looking mannequins seemed to be dancing every now and then. Although there were mixed emotions about having prom in the new gym, it was easier for the juniors to decorate since it was much smaller. The junior class had many people help with the decorations. As usual the same people were there practically every night, but they even had. students help who were not going to Prom. "I didn't think I would like it being in the new gym, but I did. It turned out really well. I think the decorations turned out better because it is so much smaller," said senior Tina DeChant. One anonymous senior commented, " I think they cut a lot of corners. It didn't seem quite as neat this year." The Prom court consisted of juniors Theresa Fischer, Julie Holder, Peggy McGinn, Steve Oberdin, Brian O'Connor, and Brian Ratigan. The seniors were Cindy Petratis, Connie Ravlin, Amy Tobias, Doug Rew, Mark Lookabill, and Chris Hanafan. Chris Hanafan and Amy Tobias were the newly crowned King and Queen. Post Prom began at 12:30 at Rolla Rena East. Many couples attended and had a great time. It was more like a Roller Derby for some people and the bumps and bruises were there to show for it. The limbo and the numerous drawings for prizes were favorites of the night. Casino Night took place in the new gym after skating . Craps, blackjack, and chuck-a-luck were the most popular games. While some students were desperately trying to stay awake, others were raking in the "money" and the prizes. Also at Casino Night was a big screen T.V. showing movies in the wrestling room. Mass was offered for any students, parents, or faculty that wanted to attend. For some students, Post Prom wasn't their idea of fun . As in past years, hotel rooms and private parties were popular. " We went to a hotel room because we had alot of friends who came and partied with us, and it was a GREAT time!" said Nancy McPartland. To conclude the evening and morning events some couples watched the sunrise together, others slept through it, and still others continued to party. Although every couple celebrated prom in different ways, everyone shared similar feelings that they will always remember: Jacqui Slater Gina Gronstal, Libby Arnold, Jacqui Slater, and Amy Tobias have a great time whi le skating. Joe Turner gets "Satisfaction" while jamming with the band. 70 /Prom Friends, Amy Tobias and Chris Hanafan hold hands after being crowned Prom Queen and King . . ,.· .. . ... .. . .. , , ... . . ·. •, .' ... ·,·.·.·,/ ' .. , ..... . ' •· .. ... ,. ' ' •· ....... . ... ·.· -.· .. :.:·:·::. ·.:. ',·.·· ·:· ... ·.·::.·. :· . .. ... .. . . . .. . . . ... .. .. . .. . . .. . I It o t 0 ... ., . ..... . , . ...... ····· . · . Mark Shea performs his "John Travolta " at the prom. Brian O'Connor watches Cindy Petratis as she peeks to see if she has blac kja ck . Cindy Corbaley and Ruben Ramirez kick it up at Prom . Prom 17 1 72/ Sports Jonathan Johnson prepares to receive a Aaron Walter bomb at the one yard line. The 1987-88 Saintes and Falcons created a sensation that will not soon be forgotten. The Saint Albert tradition was carried on with excellence this year as girls cross country, football and boys basketball teams all went to state. The fall saw the girls cross country team have another blistering season winning nine meet titles, placing first at districts and third at the state meet in Ames . The Football team compiled a impressive 8-1 season. The Falcons , however, fell victim to Shenandoah 21- 14 in the first round of the state playoffs. The Falcon basketball team gave us two weeks of excellent basketball in the state of Iowa as the Falcons took their 22-1 record into Vets Auditori um. The Falcons won their first two games to advance to the championship game against Perry. Unfortunately, the Falcons lost 76-60 to take second in class 2A. The season was a tribute to the Falcon's hard work and dedication by overcoming many injuries throughout the season. The remaining sports were just as successful. Although not all of th em had outstanding records, each team and individual gave 11 0%, if not more. This amount of participation is a trademark which St. Albert students take pride in. Matt Buchanan Tim Shea runs at the A.L. Invitational. Melanie Wa sin ger, Stephanie Klement, Kari Hanafan, Laura Turner, Karen Birusingh and Carrie Miller wait anxiously to get in the game. ------- .... Sports----- Sports / 73 Falcons fly beyond expectations ... To State Playoffs "St. Albert facing rebuilding year" was the season preview in the Council Bluffs Nonpareil. Though the Nonpareil and most other observers had·this on their mind the Falcons had other things such as , Conferance Champs and state-playoff bid . Most were talking about the past while the Falcons went on to humiliate their first five opponents by a combined total score of 181-27. The Falcons only regular season loss came against Omaha Roncalli. Falling behind 21-0 in the second quarter, the Falcons ended the half on a 53 yard flea flicker from Aaron Walter to Steve Martin to Brian Ratigan for a touchdown . The Falcons dominated Roncalli in the second half holding them to only 89 total yards. The Falcons comeback fell short though, as trailing 21-14, an onside kick failed enabling Roncalli to run out the clock. Strong wins against Holy Name (34- 8) and St. Joseph (34-0) propelled the 7-1 falcons into a home playoff birth againest the Shenandoah Mustangs. The Falcons scored first on a fifteen yard run by Walter but it just wasn't meant to be for the falcons as Shenandoah scored two second quarter touchdowns and never looked back. The Falcons could never get back on track losing 21 -7. The Falcons placed 12 of the 24 all Conference Members and five honorable mentions ; the Falcons also broke many school records scoring , total yards , averaging yards per game and least scored upon defense . Matt Buchanan Jason Smith looks for a opening against Thomas Jellerson. Brian Ratigan breaks another tackle on hi s way to a big gain . 74/Varsity Football Steve Martin returns a punt against Shenandoah in the State playoff game. Var. Football S.A. Opp. 27 T.J. 6 34 Flanagan 8 55 Bell. Chris. 7 26 Boy st own 0 39 Cathedral 6 14 Roncalli 21 34 Holy Name 8 34 St. Joseph 0 STATE 7 Shenandoah 21 The 1987 Falcons: 1st row Rich Williams, Matt White, Jerry Lenihan , Steve Martin, Joe Turner, Mark Brian Ratigan turns up field againest Bellevue ChrisLookabill, Doug Rew and Harrod Konz. 2nd row: Jeff Howard, Dale Scott, Brian Ratigan, Aaron tian. Walter, Chris Hanafan, John Conzemius and Coach Marshall Scichilone. 3rd row: Matt Fenner, Wayne Johnson, Bob Martin, Bill Patee, Tony Alters, Rob Dressel, Coach Rick Wahl and Coach Dick Wettengel. 4th row: Tim Minor, Chuck Simms, Chris Morton, Jason Smith, Mike Herbert, Bill Nettles and Coach Al Leber. Top Row: Trent Holmberg, Johnathan Johnson, Jeremy Petry, Dan Disalvo, Scott O'Grady, Greg O'Grady and Dan Ryan . Varsity Football/ 75 Team record deceiving; Frosh/ JV give their best Freshmen football, the newest members to the Saint Albert athletic team, started the season with eager minds and talents to be discovered. The freshmen lost three out of their four games and won their last match-up. The freshmen year, however, is one used to find faults and strengths in individual players. "I just wish the season could have gone a little better," s1ated coach Loren Lintner. The freshmen team consisted of the following people: Brian Avise, Matt Vanscoy, Jay Killion, Greg Miller, Matt Helms, Robert Wise, Jim Romano, Brett Moffat, Matt Noon, Chris Gard, Cory Sautter, Steve Edelbrock, Matt Blizzard, and coach Loren Lintner. The junior varsity team also spent the season discovering their capabilities and talents, and were able to have fun . The team 's season ended with a 1-4 record. Their one win came agai'nst Abraham Lincoln. " It really felt great to beat Abraham Lincoln , it was the highlight of the season," said sophomore Chris Morton . The team also found that winning isn't everything, " I had a fun season , even though we may not have played the best , we had a fun time at the games and besides we beat Abraham Lincoln for the first time in ten years, so we couldn't have played all that bad," stated sophomore teammate Bob Martin. The junior varsity team cons isted of the following people: Bill Pattee, Dave Hawk, Matt White, Jarod Konz , Rob Will iams, Rob Dressel!, Matt Fenner, Dan Ryan , Chris Morton, Bob Martin, Mike Herbert, Wayne Johnson, Pat Nieland, Tim Minor, John Conzemius, Bill Nettels and head coach Dick Wettengel. Kevin Claussen 76/JV/Frosh FB Sophomore Dave Hawk and Mark Lookabill join in on an attempt to stop th e ru shing defender. Two JV Falcons crush a defender as other teammates approach to help. Frosh Chris Gard attempts to turn the ball up field for a gain of yards. Sophomore Bill Pattee releases a pass just before defend· ers can reach him. The extra point is attempted after the long awaited touch· down. Frosh Football LC 28 SA 0 St. Joe 20 16 Boy st own 14 12 Mo Valley 42 20 Plattsmouth 13 12 Tri-Center 36 0 Griswold 20 16 Glenwood 16 12 Westside(B) 14 28 JV FB Griswold 35 SA 0 Blair 45 6 Boys Town 12 0 AL 14 16 Roncalli 17 0 JV / Frosh FB / 77 Another Season ... Another State Meet The 1987 Saintes Cross Country team pulled off another stunning season going to state for the 5th time in the six years Coach John Shorey has been at the helm. Once again it was a banner year, the Saintes finished 1st in ten meets finishing second once at Red Oak; They took their 7th straight conference champ'ionship; and they took first at district and 3rd at state the best in Saintes cross country history. The Saintes were led by senior Jean Sillik who pulled off another impressive season. Despite being hampered by injuries throughout most of the season Sillik place first in 9 meets and second in the other two. Her most impressive victory of the season was a come from behind victory at the N.C.C. in which she set a course record for a 2.5 mile course of 15:32. Sillik won the district meet for the second consecutive year and placed 7th at the state meet. Sophomore Shelly O'Brien, rightfully so, was named most improved runner by her teammates. O'Brien finished in the top five in every meet except one. She placed second at Districts behind Sillik. At the state meet she finished 12th improving from 48th her freshmen year. None of the team's success would have been reached without the strong running of juniors Theresa Fischer and Sherry Slobodnik. Good things were also seen from Rookie of the Year Diane Fi scher. Matt Buchanan Senior Jean Sillik runs to another victory at the A.L. Invitation. Sherry Slobodnik moves through the pack. 78 I Cross Country Shelly O'Brien runs at the L.C. Invitational. The 1987 Saint Albert Cross Country team 1st row: Adam Jones, Tim Shea, Tina Ryan, Diane Fischer, Greg McDonald , Christian Jones. Middle Row: Coach John Shorey, Shelly O'Brien, Sherry Slobodnik, Th eresa Fi scher, Carrie Miller, Jean Sillik. Top Row: Wayne Keefer, Pat Thompson, Kevin Ryan, Mark Brisso, Mark Shea. S.A. Girls C.C. A.L. Glenwood L.C. Red Oak Carrol Kuemper Harlan Boys Town Atlantic N.C.C. Mo. Valley District State 1st 1st 1st 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 3rd -- -~. ~. /&(t'"" . -·~ 'J. . .~ . ~-.. / . ... ... _~ ·- . / l,,'· ~ ~ Sisters Diane Fischer and Theresa Fischer run stride for stride. cross Country I 79 Seniors Key Success; Veterans Lead Impressive Season The Falcons had four veteran seniors in Tim Shea, Pat Thompson, Mark Brisso, and Christian Jones that led the 1987 boy's Cross Country team to top six place finishes in every meet throughout the season. They placed as high as second at the Glenwood Invitational behind individual champion and most valuable runner Tim Shea. A major highlight of the season for the boys was bringing home the runner-up trophy from the Nebraska Centennial Conference that was held in David City, Nebraska. Although seniors played the main role, there were also three more runners who lettered which added to their varsity experience: Junior Wayne Keefer and sophomores Mark Shea and Adam Jones. Keefer has been a three year letter winner and was third runner all season. He played a major role in the Falcons success and will be the team's leader next year as a senior. The competiveness within the team and against other schools was clearly shown by having seven runners letter, yet only five run varsity. "It was a great first year for me, it was like a great big family having fun and getting serious about running" said frosh Kevin Ryan. "I was real proud of the effort and work the boy's put in. They should be proud of their accomplishments. They were definitely one of the best teams in southwest Iowa this season," stated sixth year veteran coach John Shorey. Junior Greg McDonald and Freshman Kevin Ryan ran J.V. this season for the Falcons. Both showed promise and are ' expected to move up to the varsity level and contribute to the team's success next season. Jean Sillik Pat Thompson leads a pack of runners during the A.L. Invitational. Pat Thompson, Mark Brisso, Wayne Keefer, Adam Jones, Tim Shea, and Christian Jones wait for the gun. 80 I Cross Country Adam Jones displays the look of intensity during his ra ce. The 1987 CC members are: Row 1: Sherry Slobodnik, Theresa Fischer, Tin a Ryan, Shelley O'Brien, Jean Si llik, Christian Jones, Diane Fischer Row 2 : Carrie Miller, Wayne Keefer, Mark Brisso, Kevin Ryan, Pat Thompson, Tim Shea, Mark Shea Row 3 : Coach Shorey, Laura Shorey, Greg McDonald, Adam Jones Tim Shea keeps a strong pace well ahead of the A.L. pack. Cross Country / 81 A satisfying season; look towards a ... Promising Future! The 1987 Saintes Volleyball team, under new first year coach Tom Heith· off, were by far, unimpressive. The team, however, accomplished one of their main goals · to have fun. The only downset was the girls hard· to-swallow record, which is actually misleading. The Saintes averaged 1 O points per contest, keeping it close. Because the team was young in knowledge and experience, Heithoff wanted to play a solid six, but instead was playing nine. The silver lining, being next year will host six letterwinners plus eight with varsity experience. The seasons leading standouts were: -In serving, Susi Eberhard had 91 % accuracy, and also led the team with 31 aces. Following were Karla Miller and Becky Ficek who both had 90% serving accuracy. ·In serve-re· ceiving, Jill Pender led with a 81 % returning average, while Ficek, again, was just behind with a 79% ratio. ·In kills, Annette Hunter was the leader with 41 , followed by Shari Hughes who had 32. -Jacqui Slater and Amy To· bias, not only did a nice job filling in wherever needed, but also had the best attitudes, in giving their support for the team. As for next year, Jenny Rawlings, Cindy Corbaly, Jen Brown, and Laurie Coats. will fill some nice spots. Next year, Heithoff said he will be emphasizing athletic ability. " I'm going to tell the girls that the best six girls are going to be out there. Those who won't be afraid to play some hard defense of hitting the floor and getting a couple bruises." As for this year and years to come, Coach Heithoff phrased his thoughts quite well by saying, "Winning seasons are a result of a lot of hard work and pain from other seasons." Jeff Howard Senior Becky Ficek has her eye on the ball for the return, while Jen Brown, Cindy Corbaly, and Shari Hughes look on. Junior Karla Miller shows great form in setting up the ball. Senior Jacqui Slater shows great hustle getting under the ball for the set. Varsity Saintes(l-r): Annette Hunter, Jen Brown, Shari Hugr.es, Laurie Coats, Susi Eberhard, Cindy Corbal y, Becky Ficek , Jacqui Slater, Jill Pender, Jenny Rawlings, Karla Miller, and Amy Tobia s. .. 1988 Saintes Volleyball LC 14-16 1-15 0-15 Cathedral 10-15 9-15 Mo Valley 6-15 11 -15 2-15 Holy Name 15-5 15-17 15-10 12-15 15-2 7-15 Duch. 13-15 15-7 13-15 16-14 15- 2 Glen. 13-15 15-9 15-5 3-15 17- 19 St Joe 2-15 5-15 Flanagan 15-11 15-12 15-12 Mercy 8-15 1-15 Underwood 8-15 1-15 Treynor 15-7 10-15 4-15 7-15 Tournaments Atlantic Red Oak 0-1 5 15-9 Atlantic 9-15 14-16 Denison 9-1 5 11-15 T J Invite TJ 6-15 9-15 Underwood 13-15 12-15 Harlan 3-15 1-15 AL 5-15 12-15 Denison 12-12 12-15 Kuemper 10-1 5 5-15 LC 7-15 4-15 Saintes wait poised for the serve. Var VB / 83 JV encounters tough season; Saintes frosh team shines The Junior Varsity Volleyball team from left to right. Front row: Head coach Kathy Beckamn, Kim Feurt, Amy Murray. Erin Taylor, Jenyi Knudson. Back Row: Laurie Coats, Megan Ryan, Michelle Auen, Joann Wettstone and Jen Brown. "Great effort and desire," is how Mrs. Beckman described the junior varsity and freshman volleyball teams. The freshman team finished an excellent season with an impressive 14-1-2 record. The freshman played consistent and very near their potential the entire year. " I feel that everyone played the best they could and gave all they had," explained freshman Stephanie Klement. - With hard practices and good effort the freshman prospered. "Team work improved with each game along with the will to win," explained Beckman. "Our team set goals to do the best we could, to work as a team and to win more than we lose," expressed Stephanie Klement. With all their efforts the freshman succeeded in these goals. Although the j.v. produced few victories, they had a good attitude and good work ethic. They also didn't always play opponent score "\5 $ .fl-. LC· "\O "\ Miss.\/ a\\e'/ 6 "\5 Roncalli "\1 "\ 5 catnedral 2 "\5 oucnesene "\"\ "\ 5 Glenwood "\4 B st. Joe "\O "\6 Mere'/ 7 "\5 1re'/nof 6 15 underwood "\4 "\ 5 MefC'/ "\3 "\6 oucnesene "\4 "\5 catnedral "\6 The Freshman Volleyball team from (left to right) Front row: Kari Hanafan, Kirsti Gross, Christy Hunter and Stephanie Klement. Back row: Pam Lookabill, Lisa Spears, Jill Weininger, Lori Colchin, and Lori Hughes. 84/ JV VB to their abilities but improved toward the end of the season. "We had a lot of talent on the court but we just couldn't put it together," stated Jen Brown. "A referee at the A.L. tournament even said to us that we play like champs one minute and the next we play like we haven 't seen a volleyball before. We would have won a lot more games if we were more consistent. " The team finished the season with a 3- 13-1 record but that isn't characteristic of the teams played for the whole season. "Their basic skills and teamwork improved greatly," said Beckman . With both teams possessing a lot of talent the future for S.A. volleyball looks very bright. "In the upcoming years I feel the volleyball team will be very prosperous, " acknowledged Stephanie Klement. Steve Oberdin Lisa Spears blocks an attempted spike. The tough junior varsity defense prepares for action. Freshman Stephanie Klement spikes another opponent. JV VB / 85 A Challenging season fullfilled by Saintes Year a Complete Success The season was a performance beyond expectation; yet many changes affected the team: the loss of six seniors, a new coach and a young defense. " With only eight varsity members, each player had to count . .. all five players on the floor had to be great," stated coach Tom Heithoff. The Saintes finished in the top of their divisiol'\, holding opponents defensively to less than 40 points a game. The team also ended up 1- 1 in the final four of the NCC tournament, beating Holy Name 55-37 before losing to Wahoo-Newman 45-35. To acheive this successful season, the team developed a list of five goals at the beginning of the season and accomplished all but one. The Saintes also had the challenge of adjusting to their new coach, yet even this hurdle was overcome by the Saintes. " Heithoff designed plays to fit the team' s strengths" stated junior Shelly Nelson, " everyone tried hard and coach kept us going." Adding to the acheivement of the teams goals was their ability to play as a unit. " I think we really played as a team; everybody contributed to the program," stated junior cager Theresa Fischer. According to coach Tom Heithoff, the year was, " A total and complete success by the team, with a performance beyond expectations." Dawn Hite Sophomore, Jenny Rawlings looks to rifle a pass while junior Karla Miller looks on. Junior, Theresa Fischer releases the ball at· tempting a free throw as defenders watch on. 86/VGBB Sophomore Jenny Rawlings does an " Air Jordon" impression during the Saintes game against Flanagan. Bottom Row: L. Turner, K. Hanafan, J. Rawlings, T. Fischer, K. Miller, C. Miller, Top Row: coach T. Heithoff, S. Nelson , S. Hughes, C. Petrat is, K. Birus in gh , assista nt coach, P. Kroll. VGBB / 87 ,,etball j\J eas" 1987 37 Sf>.. f>,..L. 29 Hol'i Name Nortn oucnesne 1 J. catnedra\ eenson eel\. '/'Jest Mere)' st. Joe p1attsmoutn SioUY- CiW E. Hol'i Name eel\. East 88/JVBB 27 14 35 29 56 37 9 '16 29 51 51 30 24 54 45 28 55 58 30 43 40 Coach Pat Kroll reviews the game plan as the junior varsity team intently pays attention. Team members from left to right: Bottom row; K. Gross, M. Wasinger, S. Klement, L. Hughes. Top row; L. Turner, C. Miller, Head Coach P. Kroll, L. Spears, and K. Hanafan. Future for Girls Basketball Looks Great Frosh and JV Girls Storm Through Season This season proved to be quite a surprise and a success for the freshman Saintes and for head coach Pat Kroll. "We really played some tough teams and I'm glad the season turned as great as it did," said Kroll. The Saintes finished the season with an excellent record of 7-2, which is one of the more impressive records over the last few years. The Saintes added team cooperation and great effort in every game which equaled success. "The team really tried hard in practice and in games which is the reason for a 7-2 record," stated Kroll. "I feel that everyone gave their best, and with a season like this it will inspire everyone to keep giving it their best next year also," said teammate Kari Hanafan. With a freshmen team like this, these Saintes should prove to be a great team in the future. With 6 out of 10 players on the jv. team being from the freshman team the season was very much the same, which means another winning season for the Saint Albert girls basketball. "Since alot of the girls played freshmen as well as iv. they had a lot of time in practice which, in turn, helped both team records," stated coach Pat Kroll. The j. v. finished the season with a 12-3 record; this season in Saintes basketball will long be remembered by many. Kevin Claussen Sophmore Kari Hanafan awaits the pass from sophomore team mate Kristie Gross. Freshman team members from top to bottom, Pam Lookabill, Amy Evers, Robi Thomas, Kristie Gross, Melanie Wasinger, Coach Pat Kroll, Kari Hanafan, Lori Hughes, Stephanie Klement, Tina Ryan. Coach Pat Kroll watches court action intently. JVBB/ 89 1988 Var. B.B. 50 Red Oak 47 81 Glenwood 31 81 St. Joseph 44 60 L.C. 53 47 Car. Kuemper 50 55 A.L. 54 87 Cathedral 54 60 Col. Scotus 57 N.C.C. 59 D.C. Aquinas 43 82 Boy st own 55 47 Col. Scotus 31 83 Flanagan 77 56 Atlantic 54 89 Treynor 42 85 Boy st own 64 74 Plattsmouth 41 75 Tri-Center 55 85 Mo. Valley 61 76 T.J. 42 Districts 70 Red Oak 61 72 Glenwood 46 Sub-State 84 Audubon 60 Chad Kavars launches a 3-point goal against Treynor. Brian Ratigan puts a jumper up over Kevin Nixon in the Falcons 55-54 come from behind win. 90/Var. Boys Basketball Front row: Mike Honaker, Chad Kavars, Brian O'Connor, Tony Kruse, Aaron Walter and Doug Rew. Top Row: Coach Mike Kavars, Jenyi Knudsen, Nate Schnitker, Matt Witzke, Chris Hanafan, Andy Gilbronson, Brian Ratigan, Dale Scott, Trent Holmberg and Coach Dick Wettengel. 22-1 Record Leads Falcons On to state!!! Uncertainty surrounded the start of the Falcons year with junior Brian Ratigan as the only returning starter and due to an illness was out his first five starts. But the uncertainity was short lived as the Falcons flew to a 5-0 record and were ranked fourth in state. The Falcons only loss of the season came on the road against CarrollKuemper. Although the Falcons were down by as many as 19 they quickly rebounded defeating city rival A.L. in a come-from-behind win, with the final score being 55-54. The Falcons went into the N.C.C. with a 9-1 record, and defeated David City Aquinas and Boystown. In the final game the Falcons downed Columbus Scot us 4 7-31 to take the crown. The Falcons finished the season ranked second with a record of 20-1 . The Falcons defeated Red Oak 70- 61 in their first round of district playoffs. The Falcons squared off against Glenwood in the district championship game. Chad Kavars sparked the Falcons going 5-5 from the three-point range as the Falcons won impressively 72-46. The Falcons came against 14-8 Audobon during district sub-state tournament. The Falcons trailed after the first quarter 21-17 but in the second quarter the Falcons out scored Audubon 21-8 and never looked back. Brian Ratigan scored 20 and Chris Hanafan had 18 as the Falcons won 84-60. From there the Falcons went " On To State Matt Buchanan Chris Hanafan powers it up over A.L. 's Eric Hubbard . Nate Schnitker drives to the bucket against Treynor. Var. Boys Basketball / 91 Freshman player Chris Gard attempts a two pointer. Freshman Marc Schnitker attempts a rebound while Prep defenders intercept. Freshman cager Robert Wise posts up for an easy two points, while Kevin Ryan prepares for a rebound. 92/JVBB The 1987-88 junior varsity basketball team from left to right . Front row: D. Hawk, C .. Schmida, J. Klement, J. Konz , and T. Kruse. Back row: Head coach Dick Wettengel, M. Genereaux, B. Pattee, D. Scott, B. Nettles, C. Morton, M. Witzke, Managers J. Knudson and C. Persinger. Not pictured: T. Alters . 1987 JV BB Red Oak Glenwood St. Joseph LC Holy Name Carroll Kuemper AL Cathedral Columbus Scotus Atlantic Treynor Boystown Plattsmouth Tri-Center Mo Valley TJ Freshman Endure Tough 5-10 Record JV Rolls To Big Season 4 The J.V. team posted an impressive 13-3 record in the 1987-88 basketball season. The team hit its strides after two early loses to Red Oak and Lewis Central. "We had some pretty high goals to start the season but after we lost twice we did them over." stated junior Tony Kruse. The team played with more consistency each game as they began to gel together. The effort given this year was great and it showed. "I called them a 'blue collar team' because I thought we worked hard for every victory" expressed head coach Dick Wettengel. "We had to work a lot harder than other J.V. teams in the past," added junior Dale Scott. From beginning to end the team improved, and most nights the team played to its ability. "With a good off-season, if they work hard some of these players will help with our varsity," stated Wettengel. The freshman team posted a 5-10 rl3cord this season. The freshman were led by the strong play of Marc Schnitker. " We gave a lot of effort this year but we probably should have won a few more," commented Schnitker. "We gave a lot of effort in the games and I think we will do better next year," commented Matt Fischer. • Steve Oberdin 53 43 25 57 31 56 42 37 61 57 38 43 40 48 54 59 SA 29 72 65 51 64 61 52 56 48 63 64 54 59 70 81 66 JVBB/93 Sophomore, Bob Martin, tries to predict his opponents next move. 94 I Wrestling Wrestlers struggle through season Year full of ups 'n downs The 1987-88 St. Albert wrestling team had another up and down season ending with an 0-7 record. The team was aggresive but lacked in numbers and experience needed to end with a winning season. "The team had the right attitude but they just didn 't know how to win," stated senior Steve Martin . The team progressed to become self confident and tried develop a stronger image. Martin wrestled in 5 out of 6 tournaments this year due to an injury at a city meet stating "I got first at Conference, 3rd at St. Josephs, 3rd at Audubon and 4th at West Harrison." Although there were no state qualifiers, one individual went to districts, junior Steve Oberdin. Oberdin's record for the season was 6-18 with six matches being very close. "I concentrate on thinking about three moves at a time. If one doesn't work you have to come back with another move," stated Oberdin, who used this method during and before matches. The teams best match was against Carrol-Kuemper. The team started out winning 3 out of the first 5 and came close on the next six. "Individual wins were helpful. You need the majority of wins or the major wins for more points but the inexperienced-self confidence hurt in duals . We had good team spirit," stated Lintner, " just wait until next year." Dawn Hite Golf becoming popular with students ... Future Looking Brighter for S.A. Golfers The 1988 Boys and Girls Golf team teed-off to a great start this season. The season, however, didn't go as expected. " I knew what the boys golf team was capable of accomplishing and what I should expect from them . They have, so far, defeated these expectations," stated coach Scott Belt. " I think that we could be playing a little better, but we're doing about what I figured we would," said senior Sean Davis. . "Golf is becoming a very popular sport in high schools every where, and with that comes many great golfers, which creates quite a challenge," stated senior Doug Struyk. For the Girls Golf team the season looked good. "I think we deserved to get as far as we have because we have worked so hard at it through the year's," said senior Kathy Alters. The team only has three seniors, and with that the team has to work harder due to the inexperience, but "they did all right for being such a young team," stated coach Mike Kavars. The Girls golf finished the season with four wins. Kevin Claussen 1988 Girls Golf SA W / l Opponent SA w TJ SA w TJ SA L Mo. Valley SA w Treynor SA L Glenwood SA L Oak land SA L Mo. Valley City Meet 3rd 96/Golf Senior Mark Lookabill shows his form as he tees·off during golf practice. :· - -t--t-4--+-il--l-- .. Track Team Hurdles Many Challenges The 88 track season started out with a larger than usual team with both new members and seasoned veterans. The season began at a slow pace for the track team with thier first meet being missed due to the boys state basketball tournament and their second meet the C.B. Relays being cancelled due to weather. When the season finally got under way a must see event at every track meet was the 4-100. This relay which qualified for the Drake relays consisted of seniors Doug Rew, Junior Todd Klien , - sophomore Brian Brabec, and junior Trent Holmberg. . Along with a strong team of sprinters the Falcons also had great long dis98/Track tance runners in Tim Shea, Pat Thompson, and Wayne Keefer. Tim Shea set himself among St. Alberts elite runners this year and came in a close third just missing qualification for state, while Pat Thompson struggled through his injury to make strong showings but also fell short of making state. The Falcons also had many participants in field events this year. Brian Ratigan , Dan Ryan , and Chuck Simms were involved in shot put and discus , while Doug Rew and Chris Gard set new personal records in the long jump. The Falcons didn't always place as high as hoped and met dissapointment at districts where no one qualified for the state meet yet had four third place finishes with only the top two finishers going to state. One problem that arose this year was that of injuries . Injuries plagued the Fa lcons. Pat Thompson suffered a knee injury in preseason, Jonathon Johnson had a severe hamstring pull at the Clarinda Invitational, and Mark Brisso was ill with mono which kept him out until th e end of the season. The season which started slowly for the Falcons was a year filled with personal records and hard work. even if th e chances of winning weren 't the best , the effort and strive to make oneself the best pushed the Falcons forward . Dan Ryan Junior Jason Smith leads th e pack in the hurd les at the C.B. Relays. Team Hurdles Obstacles ... Injuries Hinder Goals and Performances The 1988 Saintes track season began with great optimism. Although injuries hampered the performances for Cindy Petratis and Jean Sillik and ended the season for Carrie Miller and Sherry Slobodnik, Coach John Shorey felt that the team " had a good season, but due to injuries we fell a little short of our expectations. " The season was full of ups and d"awns yet several team members attended the state meet in ' Des Moines. Individually, veteran trackster Jean Sillik competed in the 3000 meter run while Shelley O'Brien ran the 800. Putting their talents together were Cindy Petratis, Karla Miller, Shelley O'Brien and Jean Sillik running the distance medley relay. Although none of the ladies placed, their efforts in each event were commendable. As for the future of Saintes track, the future looks bright. Freshman Kristie Gross found this to be true . " The first year of high school track was a lot different from junior high track. We work hard and it paid off when we did good at the meets." Members of the 1988 Saintes track team were : Freshman Kari Hanafan, Kristi e Gross, Tina Ryan, Christy Hunter.and Diane Fischer; Sophomores Shelley O'Brien, Carrie Miller, Andrea Leggio and Jenny Rawlings ; Juniors Julie Holder, Theresa Fischer and Karla Miller; Seniors Cindy Petratis and Jean Sillik . Manager Sherry Slobodnik. Amy Tobias Veteran run ner Jean Sill ik shows her strid e at th e City Meet. 100 I Girls Track Diane Fischer and Shelley O'Brien hand-off in hopes of taking the win. Kari Hanafan attempts to clear the bar during the City Meet. •.<U.:j""-'-'!'u:::4 ,attemP,.tsJ:a_pr.s S.1--+-+-+1 he Cit~ Mee , w ile Pa er on SOCCER ''Headin''' Its Way In The 1988 soccer season proved to be one of the most interesting yet. There were many ups and downs for the Falcons and Saintes. Even though their season wasn't that great, they have great expectations for the years to come. "We are looking forward to next year and redeeming ourselves," added sophomore Bryan Brabec. One of the problems yet again this year was the fact that soccer was not sanctioned by the school. Putting this point behind them, the Falcons and Saintes were able to concentrate on developing a winning season . " It just upset us," added Freshman Stephanie Klement" we really wanted to become a sport recognized by the school." One of the highlights of the season was the annual Saint Albert, Lewis Central challenge cup match. The Falcons and Saintes showed pure soccer excitement by downing both the girls and boys teams and reigning as champs and keeping the trophy yet another year. Sophomore Bill Nettles said " the L.C game was the best game of the season , we had a victory over our city rivals." The season proved to be an exciting one for the future soccer teams and it proved that it will be a sport ready to compete for years to come. Dawn Rickard Bottom row I to r Tara Cruz. Steve Martin , Mike Honaker. Second row I to r Shari Hughes. Sheila McGinn, Annette Hunter, Lori Hughes, La ura Turner, Dawn Ri ckard . Third row I to r Cindy Persinger, Marsha Heenan, Tracy Morris, Lisa Spears, Cheryl Carl sen, Stephanie Klement , Jody Schmitz , Karen Birusingh, Jeff Howard. Fourth row I to r Coach Mike Morton, David Theisen, Doug Schlautman. Jay Kill ion, Greg Miller, Rich Wi lliams. Brett Moffatt, Bob Martin, Bryan Brabec. Fift h row I to r Coac h Rich Klement, Pat O'Neil, Chris Hughes, Bill Nettles. Chris Morton, Marc Schnitker, Greg O'Grady, Brian Avise, Steve Parker, Coach Larry Morri s, Jason Kie· ment, Nate Schnitker. and Coach Bill Nettles 102 I Soccer Goalie Steve Martin kicks th e ball down the field. Senior Jody Schmitz maneuvers the ball away from an on· comin g opponent as she moves down the field. Girls Soccer S.A 2 Elkhorn 3 Platt. 0 Bell. West 4 T.J 3 Ralston Mercy 0 Duschesne 2 Holy Name 3 St. Joe 4 L.C. 4 A.L. Boys Soccer Opp. 5 3 Elkhorn 4 4 Platt. 5 1 Bel. West 2 2 0 T.J. 3 4 Ralston 5 6 1 Mt. Mike 3 3 8 Holy Name 5 3 4 St. Joe 1 5 7 Cathedral 2 0 9 L.C. 1 5 A.L. 5 Freshman Lori Hughes races again st an opponent for th e ball to score a goal. Sophomore Jason Klement kicks the ball down the fie ld to set up for a goal. Soccer / 103 Sophomore Corey Schmida displays the proper serving style as he crushes the ball. Sophomore Mike James laces a wicked backhand toward his opponent. Senior Chri stian Jones rip s a forehand back at his unfortunate victim . 104 /Tennis Tennis Teams Encounter Struggles S.A. Rebuilds With Youth Movement The St. Albert boys and girls tennis teams took a few on the chin this year but enjoyment was to be found. "We had a lot of fun, " said sophomore Corey Schmida. The boys team posted a 1-7 record but won some impressive matches as individuals and as doubles teams. Also, due to the small numbers out for the team, no one advanced to the state competition . "For having as small a team as we did I think we worked a little better as a unit than most of the teams we played, but they just outnumbered us," commented Schmida. "The players put forth a great deal of effort in every match," stated head coach Kathy Beckman. One highpoint of the season had to be when the Falcons blitzed the Glenwood Rams taking nearly every match. There was some disappointment, however, in not sending a doubles team to state competition. The future looks as if it could be bright for the Falcons. "It looks pretty good, we'll have some 8th graders coming up to fill some spots next year. It'll be tough but I think we can upset some teams and surprise a lot of people," added Schmida. The Saintes compiled a 3-4 team record this season. Last year the girls won only one match and one goal for this year's team was to do better. They started off fast by beating Glenwood early in the season. "The girls put forth their best effort," stated coach Beckman. This effort showed as the team improved throughout the year. Was the season what Beckman expected? "It was better. Everyone improved from last year and we won more matches. Everyone worked a lot harder and cared more." With the addition of some talented underclassmen and hard work the future could be prosperous. Was the 1988 season a success? "Very much so; the future will be even better," stated Beckman. SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA Steve Oberdin 1988 GIRLS TENNIS W / L Opponent w Glenwood w Glenwood w TJ L LC L Atlanti c L Red Oak L Duchesne 1988 Boys Tennis W /L Opponent w Glenwood The 1988 Saintes tennis team from left to right : Sue Eberhard, Jen Brown , Shelly Nelson, Megan Ryan, and Michelle Auen. SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA L L L L LC Atl antic Denison AL L Red Oak L TJ L TJ The 1988 Falcon tennis team from left to right: (bottom row) Adam Jones, Christi an Jones , and Matt Buchanan. (top row) Mike James, Mark Root, and Corey Schmida. Tennis / 105 Steve Martin prepares himself to field a ball. Andy Berner retrieves a late throw at second base. 106/ Baseba ll .. From left to right: bottom row: Zach Fetter, Chris Gard, Bob Wise, Matt Phillips, Matt Noon . top row: Tim Minor, Chuck Simms, Marc Schnitker, Brian Holder, Tim Shea, Tony Alters and coach Mark Murray. From left to right: bottom row: Brian O'Connor, Dave Hawk, Jeremy Petry, Aaron Walter, Steve Oberdin, Steve Martin, Jason Klement. top row: Coach Ken Schreiber, Mike Honaker, Bill Nettles , Dale Scott, Brian Ratigan, Chris Hanafan, Andy Berner and coach Mark Murray. Brian O'Connor rela xes at th e plate moments before an intense game. Baseball / 107 Sophomore Shari Hughes practices her swing in hopes of improving her batting average. Senior Jean Sillik prepares to launch another fastball. Junior Laurie Coats warms up before a grueling practice. 108 I softball Starting New ... Softball team swings into another season Optimistic is the key word for the Saintes softball season. The Saintes started out the season with no returning seniors and a new coach , Loren Lintner. The newcomers are "looking tough , and well disciplined," stated Lintner. However, there are several returning players to help the team. Players such as Karla Miller, Jean Sillik and Theresa Fischer will provide the team with the leadership needed to become a winning team. "We have 7 returning letterman this year, if that's not impressive, I don 't know what is ," exclaimed assistant coach Pat Kroll. Looking at the Saintes' schedule, the major challenges lie in the South West Iowa tournament, sectionals and districts, according to Lintner. "The SWI tournament is the team's replacement of the conference tournament and sectionals is "" ' • • , .4'· - the first step to state,'' stated Lintner. Kroll stated that the tough game for the season would be Nishna Valley. " Nishna Valley beat us in regular season last year. The game against them should foretell the season. " The team has set high standards for themselves, using a set of goals to guide their team play. These goals include being able to "win twenty games, and to play minimum errorball." With a strong defense, the minimum error goal should be easy to accomplish. This defense includes outstanding defense from Karla Miller, Shelly Nelson and Shari Hughes. " Nelson had 5 errors in a seson of 22 games,'' added Kroll . The only weak spot for the team is the offense. " Last year's hitting was average and if we can get our bats going, we're a potential for state,'' stated Kroll. The Saintes Softball team is looking forward to a good season, with a new type of energy from a new coach and strength from "tough and experienced" players. Danielle Tighe 1st row: Shelly Nelson, Karla Miller, Jean Sillik, Pam Lookabill, Laurie Coat s, Jil l Weineger. 2nd row: Asst. Coach Pat Krol l, Shari Hughes, Jen Brown, Theresa Fischer, Susie Eberhard , Mel Wasinger, Kari Hanafan, Diane Fischer, Joann Whetstone and Coach Loren Lintner. Freshman Kari Hanafan positions herself to make a play. softball / 109 Falcons Return To State!!! After eight years Falcon fans finally earned another opportunity to watch the Birds battle for a second state championship. In their opener the Falcons played Fort Dodge St. Edmonds Gales. The Falcons were down 24-20 at the intermission and blew it wide open in the fourth quarter holding the Gales scoreless for more than five minutes and scoring 13 unanswered "Points . The Falcons ended the game with a 62-45 win ~nd a ticket to the semi-finals. In the semi-finals, the Falcons faced off against Cedar Rapids LaSalle Lancers. The Birds were down 28-24 at the half and took a 40-35 lead at the end of the third quarter, but with 1: 10 left the Falcons were down 53-52. Chris Hanafan then rebounded a missed shot, putting it in for a one point lead. After a LaSalle miss, Aaron Walter sank two free throws to cap a 56-53 win and a shot at the 2A crown. The Falcons faced Perry in the championship game, however, injuries suffered before and during the state championship game eventually caught-up with the Falcons as Perry won 76-60. Junior Brian Ratigan was named to the All-Tournament Team , the Falcons finished the season with a 24-2 record and were 2A Runner-Ups. Matt Buchanan & Jeff Howard 11 0/ STATE - Senior Chris Hanafan pull s up for a jumper against Fort Dodge, St. Edmonds. Aaron Walter brings the ball up court against St. Edmonds in the opening round of the tournament. Brian Ratigan receives a certificate from Governor Terry Branstad as Ratigan was named to the All-State Tournament Team . Brian Ratigan puts up a shot in the State Championship game against Perry. The Falcons celebrate in the lockerroom after their 56-53 victory over Cedar Rapids LaSalle. Brian O'Connor puts up a jump shot in the firs t half of the championship game. Trent Holmberg jumps for the opening tip against Cedar Rapids LaSalle in the semi-final game. -UNDERCLASSMS Strutting his stuff is freshman Brian Avise. 112/UNDERCLASSMEN Sophomore Bryan Brabec helps out fellow classmate Bob Martin. As an underclassman, sometimes you concentrate so intently on your future that you forget to stop and enjoy what's happening in your life at the present time. As your elders will often say, "The high school years are the best time in your life." As a freshman, you start at the bottom not knowing what to expect from high school. During this time you gain a feeling of belonging and look towards taking your next big step. Being a sophomore involves graduating from Driver's Ed. and receiving your long-awaited driver's license. It's a time to establish strong relationships among your friends . The junior year is the year of the A.C.T. test and other college preparation . It's a year of part-time jobs and candy bar sales for prom. The juniors happily awaited the time they could call themselves seniors. Each and every class plays an important part in the S.A. family. Whether you're a freshman or a senior-to-be it is crucial to enjoy the time you have with each other. Before you know it, you'll have graduated and your high school years will be only a fond memory. Tina Dechant Freshman fri ends take a moment to pose for the . camera. UNDERCLASSMENUNDERCLASSMEN / 113 --------------------------'4.Juniors-----------------------~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Rubin Ramirez models latest fasion in reindeer attire. 114/Juniors Arnold, Elizabeth Barnes, James Behrendsen, Sheila Brisso, Michael Burg, Wendi Coats, Laurie Ann Corbaley, Cynthia Doner, Michelle Eberhard, Susan Edelbrock, Darcy Evers, Jennifer Fenner, Matthew Fischer, Th eresa Gier, Bernadette Graeve, Molly Gronstal , Gina Hemmingsen, Troy Kavars , Chad Herbert, Michael Keefer, Wayne Hite, Dawn Klein, Todd Holder, Julie Konz, Matthew Holmberg, Trent Krier, Pat Honake r, Michael Kruse, Anthony Hunter, Annette Lenihan, Stephen Jones, Scott \ Class of 89: Juniors Finish Year In Style The class of 89. A class full of potential to reach and strive for the future. Some of us have been at St. Albert ever since we started school and others have joined in along the way. We each have contributed to the atmosphere here at S.A. We've created our own feeling of closeness and have given each other many memories to hold close . Remember the first time we walked in the doors of St. Albert high school on 6th grade visitation day? We kind of looked around and thought this school was huge. The upper classmen tried to sell us elevator passes, later to find out that there were no elevators. "I think we are a very close class and excelled in every aspect of school," stated Dan Ryan. Being a junior does have it's bad points. We're in a position of limbo. Due to the fact that we are almost seniors, we must begin to consider college. To most of us this seems light years away, but in all actuality, it is just around the corner. As juniors, we are given more resonsibilities; more homework, harder tests, and we also are of age to get a job. We have only one year left, so senioritis hasn't set in yet, but graduation is now within our grasp. We are the future. We look forward to next year to bring excellence in academics and sports, yet we also real ize that our lives are just beginning. We have a lifetime to shape the mold which entails our lives. We will hold on to today, cherish yesterday and live for tomorrow. Mike Brisso Nate Schnitker and Matt Witzke express their enthusiasm towards Chemistry. Theresa Fischer is caught browsing through her purse tor a make-up brush . Juniors I 115 Rob Williams shows his talent on the drums Peggy McGinn demonstrates the latest fashion in parochial school attire. 11 6 I Juniors Lesline, Tammy Loukota, Robert Mc Clellan, Mary Mc Donald , Gregory McGinn, Peggy Miller, Karla Moffatt, Brian Negrete, Monica Nelson , Michelle Niebur, Steven O'Connor, Brian O'Grady, Greg O'Neill, Patrick Oberdin, Steve Phil lips, Matthew Slobodnik, Sherry Weber, Christine Ramirez, Josie Slobodnik, Terry Whetstone, Joann Ramirez, Rubin Smith, Jason Williams, Robbie Ratigan, Brian Smyth, Thomas Witzke, Matthew Ryan, Dan Sprinkel, Jason Wood , Monica Schnitker, Nate Suden, Billie Zimmerman, Scott, Dale Tighe, Danielle Timothy Trent Holmberg sets up for his commercial in Economi cs . Wendi Burg glances at a prospective dating candidate. 117 -Sophomores~--~~~~- Sophomore Marsha Heenan flashes her smile while she takes a break from her assignment. 118 I Sophomores Tony Alters Debbie Andress Michelle Auen Sheila Bernemann Bryan Brabec Jennifer Brown Brenda Buckley Paulette Chullino Eric Cihacek John Conzemius James Davis Tisha Deming Robert Dressel Kristine Eischeid Rebecca Evers Kimberly Feurt Maureen Fischer Douglas Foster Michael Genereaux David Hawk Marsha Heenan Shari Hughes Daniel Hunter Michael James Adam Jones Kemberlyn Kavars Jason Klement Jenyi Knudsen Jarrod Konz Sheila Konz Jennifer Kruse Andrea Leggio No longer the Freshman: Sophs look to the future. What makes the age of sixteen unusual? Is it the fact that there really is no specific place they can fit into? Being a sophomore is tough; not in a position of power like a senior; not close enough to being a junior to know what it is that should be taken to prepare for college; and not so new to the system that you get away with many acts, like the freshman. Being a sophomore at St. Albert is tough, but the class of '90 is also very special. They seem to make the best of the situation by being involved in as many things as possible . Even though they are not the top on the list they make the most of it. Jen Brown said "I think what makes us special is the fact that we are ·different people and we all can get together.and the fact that we are all unique we respect each other more." But this is the age when it all really happens: you turn sixteen and you get your license and begin to drive; you begin to date more because your parents think that you are more responsible, and lets face it, th e most evident fact is that you are no longer a freshman. ( Which a lot people of hate being because you are on the lowest possible step of the ladder of high school, and no one really pays much attention to you.) There may be a lot of bad things about being a sophomore but wh en you take a look back on the year you will find that the good things will out weigh the bad every time. Carrie Persinger added "I think that is great that I'm not a freshman any longer, and the sophomore year doesn't last forever, and my senior year is just around the corner." Dawn Rickard ------------~Sophomores.._ Sophomores / 119 Sophomore Adam Jones shows his studliness during homecoming week. 120 I Sophomores Timothy Minor Shelly O'Brien Jon Marshall Chris Morton William Pattee Robert Martin Amy Murray Carrie Persinger Kevin Mccann William Nettl es Randall Phelps Sophomore Jeremy Petry shows his enthusiasm as classmate Bill Nettles gives him a trim. Chris Rethmeier Megan Ryan Doug Schlautman Corey Schmida Mark Shea Charles Simms Mike Sorrell Chris Staniford Erin Taylor Jenny Thompson Brenda Tolliver Laura Turner Lisa Weber Matthew White David Wiegman Lori Willms Not pictured are: Wayne Johnson Kathy Lancia! Lisa Larsen Carrie Miller Jeremy Petry Sophomore Mike James looks a bit surprised as take a break in crafts c lass. Dan Larette shows his talent in cycling stunts at the Talent Show. Sophomores I 121 Freshmen Take First Steps Toward The Top Being a freshmen isn't an easy task. You're right in the middle; too old to play with the junior high but not old enough to date or drive. Although becoming a freshmen provides lots of new opportunities like dances and pep assemblies, trying out for high school sports and cheerleading , it also supplies n.ew challenges and responsibilities. Even though it's a big step up in day-to-day school life, there is not much of a visible change. With moving up there are always unanswered questions. Will I get dates for the dances? Can I keep up with the work? Will the upperclassmen pick on me? Most freshmen find the answers to be a relief. Freshmen Christy Hunter says "I don't really mind being a Freshmen , but I am excited to get my drivers license." Jay Killion has a different view "I'm excited to move up because I can't wait to be a senior." Whether or not you're excited to be a high school freshmen, it happens to everyone. Just keep thinking, "I can only go up from here!" Nancy McPartland 122 /Freshman Brian Avise Warren Bertsch Matthew Blizzard Duane Cihacek Llori Colchin Steve Edelbrock Amy Evers Zachariah Fetter Diane Fischer Doug Fischer Matthew Fischer Shari Flynn Christopher Gard Amy Gillette Meg Gronstal Nicole Gronstal Kristine Gross Stacie Hale Kari Hanafan Erin Hannan Matthew Helms Trent Hemmingsen Brian Holder Timothy Howard Lori Hughes Allison Hunter Christy Hunter Chali Inserra Loretta Jones Jay Killion Stephanie Klement Lynne Larsen Christy Hunter shows her lack of enthusiasm for Freshmen English. Freshman / 123 Kristie Gross and Lori Hughes show their special friendship. 124/Freshman Michelle McClellan Jason Nielsen Brian McConeghey Mathew Noon Kevin Ryan Tina Ryan Nathan Menges Gregory Miller Lesley Payne Letitia Sanchez Brenda Rethm eier Cory Sautter Lori Hughes draws her story on th e board. Dawn Schleisman Marc Schnitker Sheila Skaanning Lisa Spears Joel Sprinkel Michele Suiter Mathew Vanscoy Robert Wise Shauna Tedesco Michelle Walter David Theisen Robann Thomas Melanie Wasinger Jill Wineinger Kristie Gross and Lori Hughes share a laugh during Freshman En glish. Cory Sautter finds something humorous during Freshmen English. Freshman I 125 J~ ·~ m;n; mag /127 --+--+-+- il .. _ -..... ..___ ,_ .,._. - ' l 30 I J in g ~=-~::ffi h .. ,._ "- - I ---···· ··-'-- .. . ~ - miqi mag /-133- I t N.H.S. sets standards Honor Society Inducts Thirteen Since April 30, 1973, St. Albert has had a special organ ization, which " gives honor to people who academically strive to succeed," stated Miss Biglin, this years National Honor Society sponsor. To be in National Honor Society a person must possess four qualities: service, scholarship, character and leadership. In addition to these qualities, a student must be a sophomore, junior or senior and have obtained a 3.25 cumulative grade point average and have completed ten hours of comKathy Alters listens attentively to Miss Biglin during an N.H.S. meetin g. Maureen O'Gara "Lets the good times roll" at the N.H.S. meetin g. 134/ N.H.S. munity service work. Many students have met most of the NHS requirements but only the thirteen people in NHS posses all of the qual ities. They are Kathy Alters, Laurie Coats, Becky Ficek, Susan Grey, John Hasset, Trent Holmberg, Mary McClellan , Julie McCoy, Maureen O'Gara, Greg O'Grady, Brian Ratigan , Connie Ravlin, and Jacqui Slater. NHS member, and senior Julie McCoy has been in NHS for two years . McCoy likes NHS and stated, " Being in this organization has been an honor to me. I feel it is a wonderful organization with a lot of rewards for its members. NHS officers are Kathy Alters president; Brian Ratigan vice president; Becky Ficek, secretary; and John Hasset, treasurer. Over a decade and a half of honor and dedication helps to keep NHS going strong. Danielle Tighe Brian Ratigan keeps the spark going by the symbolic lighting of the candle during the N.H.S. induction. Trent Holmberg and Brian Ratigan patiently await their turn to greet new inductees. Kathy Alters gives insights to what N.H.S. is all about. N.H.S. / 135 In Memory of Jennifer Buckley April 19 1970-August 1 1986 A Tribute to Jenny Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God has laid , you see, I took his hand when I heard him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way , I found that peace at the c lose of day. If my parting has left a void , then fill it with remembering joys . A friendship shared, a laugh , a kiss , oh yes, these things I too will miss . .. 136 I Ded ication Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life' s been full , I savored much, good friend, good times, a loved ones touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief, don't length it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and peace to thee, God wanted me now; he set me free .. . . unknown Dedication / 137 Adams, Jacky 166 Alters, Kathleen 6, 12, 14, 21, 54, 57, 68, 134, 135, 158 Alters , Tony 74, 92, 118 Anderson , Jonna 166 Andress, Debbie 118 Angeroth, Maryann 166 Arnold , Lizabeth 49, 50, 114 Auen, Michelle 10, 84, 105, 118 Avise, Brian 45, 112, 122 Barnes, James 114 Beckman, Kathy 84, 166 Behrendsen, Sheila 45, 114 Belt, Scott 97 Bernemann, Sheila 118 Berner, Andrew 57, 79, 158 Bertsch, Warren 122 Biglin, Theresa Birusingh, Karen 4, 12, 14, 57, 59, 73, 87 , 158 Blizzard, Matthew 122 Brabec, Bryan 21 , 113, 118 Bragg, Dean 166 Brisso, Mark 57, 78, 80, 81, 158, 161 Brisso, Michael 24, 114 Brown, Jenifer 82, 83, 84, 105, 109, 118 Buchanan, Matthew 21 , 27, 57, 105, 150, 158 Buckley, Brenda 118 Burg, Wendy 114, 117 Carlson, Cheryl 57, 158 Christiansen, Denni 27, 57, 97, 158 Chullino, Paulette 36, 45, 52, 53, 97, 118 Cihacek, Duane 122 Cihacek, Laurence 45, 118 Cihacek, Lawrence 45, 118 Claussen , Kevin 24, 25, 56, 57 , 158 138/lndex Coats, Laurie 83, 84, 108, 109, 114 Col chin, Llori 85, 97, 122 Conzemius, John 7 4, 118 Corbaley, Cynthia 82, 83, 114 Corbaley, Trisha 57 , 158 Cox, Richard 57 , 95, 158 Crowley, John 58, 158 Cruz, Tara 4, 12, 18, 58, 158 Davis, James 118 Davis, Sean 21 , 55, 58, 62, 97, 158 Dechant, Kristina 14, 26, 27, 36, 48, 51 , 58, 68, 147, 158 DeLaubenfels, Eric 58, 63, 158 Deming, Tisha 118 Demott, Jim 166 Disolvo, Daniel 58, 7 4, 158 Dolnicek, Terry 14, 38, 162, 166 Doner, Michelle 34, 52, 114 Dressel, Robert 7 4, 118 Eberhard, Susan 83, 105, 109, 114 Edelbrock, Darcy 34, 114 Edelbrock, Steven 122 Eischeid, Kristine 118 Evers, Amy 88, 122 Evers, Jennifer 114 Evers, Rebecca 118 Fenner, Matthew 10, 17, 24, 25, 7 4, 114 Fetter, Zachariah 122 Feurt, Kimberly 84, 118 Ficek, Becky 21 , 28, 58, 82, 83, 158 Fischer, Diane 78, 81, 101, 109, 122 Fischer, Doug 14, 20, 122 Fischer, Matthew 21 , 122 Fischer, Maureen 10, 21 , 97 , 118 Fischer, Theresa 21 , 78, 81, 86, 87, 101 , 109, 114, 115 Flynn, Shari 122 Foster, Douglas 118 Gard, Christopher 77, 79, 93, 122 Genereux, Michael 92, 118 Gier, Bernadette 114 Gilbronson, Andrew 158 Gill, Mike 162, 166 Gi llette, Amy 122 Graeve, Molly 6, 114 Graeve, Robert 158 Gray, Susan 58, 158 Green, Richard 158 Grint, Kelly 166 Gronstal, Gina 49, 114 Gronstal, Meg 21, 45, 97 , 122 Gronstal, Nicole 122 Gross, Kristine 20, 53, 85, 88, 89, 122, 124, 125 Hale, Stacie 122 Hanafan, Christopher 58, 67, 7 4, 90, 110, 130, 157, 158 Hanafan, Kari 21, 53, 73, 85, 87 , 88, 89, 101 , 109, 122 Hannan, Erin 122 Hassett, John 58, 158 Hawk, David 76, 92, 118 Heenan, Marsha 45, 52, 53, 118 Hegwood, Jane 166 Heithoff, Tom 86, 166 Helms, Amy 59, 158 Helms, Matthew 122 Hemmingsen, Trent 122 Hemmingsen, Troy 21 , 37, 45, 114, 162 Herbert, Michael 74, 114 Hite, Dawn 24, 114 Hoefler, Fr. Bob 34, 166 Holder, Bryan 122 Holder, Julie 12, 114 Holmberg, Trent 7 4, 90, 111 , 114, 117,135 Honaker, Michael 10, 90, 114 Howard, Jeff 21, 27, 36, 56, 59, 7 4, 158 Howard, Timothy 45, 122 Hughes, Chris 8, 59, 61, 158 Hughes, Lori 21, 85, 88, 89, 122, 124, 125 Hughes, Shari 82, 83, 87, 108, 109, 118 Hunter, Allison 122 Hunter, Annette 83, 114 Hunter, Christy 53, 85, 122, 123 Hunter, Daniel 118, 120 Hunter, Robert 8, 18, 59, 157, 158 Inserra, Chali 33, 53, 122 James, Michael 104, 105, 118, 120 Johnson, Jonathan 4, 59, 73, 74, 158 Johnson, Shannon 59, 158 Johnson, Wayne 74, 95 Jones, Adam 33, 78, 80, 81 , 105, 118, 119 Jones, Christian 6, 59, 78, 80, 81, 104, 105, 158 Jones, Loretta 4, 122 Jones, Scott 114 Kavars, Chad 97, 114 Ka vars, Kemberlyn 97, 118 Kavars, Michael 90, 97, 166 Keefer, Wayne 78, 80, 81, 114 Kiernan, Fr. Jim 166 Killion, Jay 122 Kippley, George 44, 166 Klein, Todd 114 Klement, Jason 92, 118 Klement, Stephanie 53, 73, 85, 88, 89, 122 Knudsen, Jennifer 84, 90, 118, 120 Konz, Jarrod 7 4, 92, 118 Konz, Matthew 114 Konz, Sheila 45, 53, 118 Krier, Pat 114 Kroll, Pat 86, 88, 89, 109, 167 Kruse, Anthony 90, 92, 114 Kruse, Jennifer 48, 49, 118 Lancial, Kathy Larsen, Jon 59, 158 Larsen, Lynne 45, 122 Larson, Elisa Leggio, Andrea 118 Leggio, Marilyn 167 Lenihan, Jerard 8, 55, 59, 7 4, 158 Lenihan, Stephen 95, 114 Lerette, Daniel 120 Lesline, Tammy 45, 116 Lintner, Loren 95, 109, 163, 166 Lookabill, Amy 53, 120 Lookabill, Mark 59, 7 4, 76, 96, 97, 158 Lookabill, Pam 85, 88, 109, 124 Loukota, Robert 95, 116 Marshall, Jon 120 Martin, Robert 7 4, 94, 95, 113, 120 Martin, Steven 60, 63, 7 4, 94, 95, 158 Mccann, Kevin 120 McClellan, Mary 52, 116 McClellan, Michelle 4, 124 McConeghey, Brian 45, 124 McCoy, Julie 12, 60, 158 McDermott, Chad 28, 151, 158 McDonald, Gregory 78, 81, 116 McGinn, Peggy 21, 37, 45, 116 McGinn, Sheila 21, 120 McGuire, Deb 45, 49, 50, 166 McPartland, Nancy 26, 27, 34, 60, 150, 158 Mehsling, Ken 166 Menges, Nathan 124 Meyerring, David 56, 60, 158 Miller, Carrie 73, 78, 81 , 87, 89 Miller, Gregory 32, 124 Miller, John 28, 97, 158 Miller, Karla 82, 83, 86, 87, 109, 116 Minor, Timothy 34, 7 4, 120 Moffatt, Brett 124 Moffatt, Brian 116 Morris, Tracy 60, 158 Morton, Christopher 7 4, 92, 120 Murray, Amy 84, 97, 120 Murray, Jennifer 12, 60, 158 Negrete, Monica 45, 116 Nelson, Michelle 87, 105, 109, 116 Nelson, Pat 167 Nettles, William 7 4, 92, 120 Niebur, Steven 116 Nieland, Patrick 120 Nielsen, Jason 124 Noon, Matthew 124 Oatman, Virgie 166 Oberdin, Stacy 14, 60, 97, 158 Oberdin, Steve 6, 10, 21, 24, 95, 116 O'Brien, Shelly 21 , 78, 81 , 101 , 120 O'Connor, Brian 90, 111, 116 O'Gara, Maureen 37, 52, 60, 134, 158 O'Grady, Greg 14, 74, 116 O'Grady, Scott 58, 60, 74, 158 O'Neill, Patrick 116 Parker, Steven 60, 158 Pattee, William 10, 7 4, 76, 92, 120 Payne, Lesley 124 Pender, Jill 12, 58, 61 , 83, 158 Persinger, Carrie 45, 120 Persinger, Cindy 27, 50, 61 , 150, 158 Petratis, Cindy 6, 12, 21 , 61 , 87, 157, Index / 139 158 Petry, Jeremy 21, 74, 120 Phelps, Randall 120 Phillips, Matthew 116 Poole, Maryann 167 Printy-Zika, Wanita 166 Quigley, Beth 14, 49, 61, 158 Quinze, Lynn 34, 52, 53, 61, 158 Ramirez, Josephine 116 Ramirez, Rubin 114, 116, 162 Ratigan, Brian 10, 12, 21, ? 4, 79, 90, 111, 116, 135 Ravlin, Constance 6, 21, 48, 61, 158 Rawlings, Jennifer 12, 83, 86, 87, 120 Rethmeier, Brenda 124 Rethmeier, Chris 61, 120 Rethmeier, Jennifer 44, 158 Rew, Doug 8, 16, 59, 61, 74, 90, 147, 158 Rickard, Dawn 27, 34, 61, 158 Romano, Jim 124 Root, Mark 4, 60, 61, 105, 158 Ryan, Danny 4, 24, 7 4, 116 Ryan, Kevin 81, 93, 124 Ryan, Megan 48, 49, 50, 84, 105, 120 Ryan , Tina 16, 78, 81, 88, 124 Sanchez, Letitia 8, 53, 124 Sautter, Cory 124, 125 Schlautman, Doug 120 Schlautman, Melodie 52, 62, 158 Schleisman, Dawn 124 Schmida, Corey 92, 104, 105, 120 Schmitz, Jody 14, 62, 158 Schnitker, Marc 14, 93, 124 Schnitker, Nathan 16, 21, 90, 115, 116, 131 Schnitker, Stephen 39, 166 140/lndex Schreiber, Ken 166 Scichilone, Marshall 166 Scott, Dale 10, 74, 90, 92, 116 Shea, Mark 14, 32, 78, 81, 120 Shea, Timothy 54, 62, 72, 78, 80, 81, 158 Shorey, John 40, 41, 166 Sillik, Mary Jean 4, 27, 62, 78, 81, 100, 108, 109, 158 Simms, Charles 10, 7 4, 120 Skanning, Sheila 124 Slater, Jacqueline 4, 14, 21, 26, 27, 48, 49, 51, 62, 68, 83, 158 Slobodnik, Sherry 78, 81, 116 Slobodnik, Terry 116 Smith, Jason 16, 7 4, 95, 98, 116 Smyth, Thomas 45, 116 Sondag, Michelle 62, 68, 158 Sorrell, Mike 120 Spears, Lisa 85, 89, 124 Sprinkel, Jason 25 Sprinkel, Joel 124 Staniford, Christopher 120 Storm, Kirk 62, 158 Straka, Henry 62, 94, 158 Struyk, Doug 28, 62, 97, 156, 158 Suden, Billie 38, 116 Suiter, Michelle 125 Swartz, Caroline 166 Taylor, Erin 84, 120 Tedesco, Shauna 125 Theisen, David 45, 125 Thomas, Robann 88, 125 Thompson, Jennifer 45, 53, 120 Thompson, Patrick 62, 68, 78, 80, 81, 158 Thorn, Charles 24, 158 Tighe, Danielle 24, 116 Tobias, Amy 24, 49, 51, 63, 83, 158 Tolliver, Brenda 120 Tolliver, Gina 52, 63, 158 Turner, Joseph 8, 21, 63, 68, 7 4, 95, 158 Turner, Laura 21, 73, 87, 89, 120 Vanscoy, John 63, 158 Vanscoy, Matthew 125 Wahl, Rick 166 Walter, Aaron 4, 60, 63, 73, 7 4, 90, 110, 158 Walter, Michelle 125 Wasinger, Melanie 73, 88, 89, 109, 125 Weber, Christine 45, 53, 116 Weber, Lisa 120 West, Sterling 166 Wettengel, Dick 40, 41, 90, 92 Whetstone, Joann 84, 109, 116 White, Matthew 74, 120 Wiegman, David 120 Wiegman, Konnie 166 Wiley, Kris 35, 166 Williams, Rich 63, 7 4, 158 Williams, Robbie 116 Willms, Lori 53, 120 Wilson , Roger 45 Wineinger, Jill 85, 109, 125 Wise, Robert 93, 125 Witzke, Matthew 90, 92, 115, 116 Wood, Monica 4, 116 Yager, Barb 166 Young, Christopher 63, 158 Zahm, Larry Zimmerman, David 158 Zimmerman, Timothy 116 Autographs I 141 142 I Autographs Thanks • • • to our Patrons Chuck and Joan Berner Brad and Kathleen Rew Richard F. 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SELL TRAD E GENERAL LINE ANTIQUES , COLLECTIBLES & USED FURNITURE TIM BEHRENS 71 2-328-8731 BARTON SOLVENTS, .J,.c. COUNCIL BLUFFS BRANCH 2135 - 9TH AVENUE • P.O. BOX 456 COUNCIL Bl:.UFFS. IOWA 51502 EL PATIO CAFE AND LOUNGE WE SPECIALIZE IN MEXICAN FOODS FAMILY OWNED AND OPERA TED SINCE 1955 1608 14TH AVE., CO. BLUFFS, IA 323-7508 TOM AND ANGIE STANFORD Ads / 16 1 Administratio 162 I Administration Troy Hemmingsen and Rubin Ramirez give Mr. Lintner a big friendly hug. Mr. Gill shows his excitement at having his picture taken. As is the case every year at S.A., many changes take place; this includes the administration and staff. Al· though many of the teachers and coaches that leave are missed, it seems the new ones always seem to bring in different concepts of teaching , excellent coaching abilities, and lasting friendships. "Due to the size of the school, there's a lot more closeness," stated Mr. Shorey. In the 1987-1988 school year, we saw six new people join the teaching staff. We saw a new counselor, a new head girl's basketball coach (who happened to be an alumni of S.A.) , a first year teacher to head up the journalism department, a different junior high coordinator, a new science department head and lastly a new math teacher and NHS coordinator. The administration at S.A. is always involved in activities with the students. The staff became involved in many ways. By dressing for the occasion during Homecoming Week, attending sport functions, helping students with personal problems and teaching both requi red subjects and religious growth, the staff has created their own sensation of caring and teaching. Whether it was Mr. Dolnicek dressing as an old woman during " Old People's Day" or Mr. Lintner being attacked by one of Santa's reindeer, the staff at St. Albert did their best to make learning enjoyable. "There's a certain feeling here at St. Albert that isn 't found in most other schools. The relationships between the students and teachers is one of friend ship and mutual respect," stated Miss Yager. Jean Sillik Mr. Dolnicek dresses up on " Old Peoples Day" during Homecoming week. ----- ........ AdministrationAdministration I 163 Father Chamberlain uses his speaking talents to enthuse the S.A. crowd at a basketball pep rally . Dr. Avise and Mr. Zahm present an award to junior high student Sarah Hobbins for a science presentation. Dr. Avi se, Mr. Jaworski and Mr. Zahm show-off their gifts during Administrators Day. 164 I Administation - ------------ ,. Administration Comes Closer To Student Body This year at St. Alberts, with the addition of new members in the administration, a new height of cooperation was created between students and administration. Although at times the line between student rowdiness and administrative principle was crossed and minor scrimages occured, the administration always seemed to treat each case with consistency to keep the system fair. The administration at S .A.always seems to be among the busiest. Along with the everyday activ ities of running a school the adminstration was alw ays present at extra curricular activities showing support for sports, academic events, and drama. The increase in cooperation also came from the good communicat ion between the student council and a d - ministrators. More now than ever it seems that students are tr y ing to w in rights for themsel ves through the a d - m i n istra tive process i n s t ead of open critis ism of the a d m i n i strat i on or op en acts of rebellio n. Two new members, Mr. Bragg and Mr. Zahm, joined the S. A. administration. Bragg, the new counselor to students at S.A. has definitly proven his worthiness t h rough h is ha rd work in helping st u d ents with troubles ome sche d u les and much he lp to s eniors int e res ted in colleges and scholar - ships. It's true t hat in cid ents be tween the studen ts and adm i nistrati on sti ll o c cur and some of t he polic ies tak en by the administration do see m a bit f ar fe t ched at times, b ut the over all u n derstanding between two groups has created a new sensation of cooperation in the school. Dan R y an Sc hool Superinte nda nt Father Ch amber l a in Administrati o n/ 165 Jacky Adams Jim Demott Fr. Bob Hoefler Deb McGuire Stephen Sterling West Jonna Anderson Terry Dolnicek Mike Kavars Ken Meshling Schnitker Konnie Wiegman Maryann Angeroth Mike Gill Fr. Jim Kiernan Virgie Oatman Ken Schreiber Kris Wiley Kathy Beckman Jane Hegwood George Kippley Wanita Printy-Zika John Shorey Barb Yager Dean Bragg Tom Heithoff Loren Lintner Marshall Caroline Swartz Kelly Grin! Scichilone Rick Wahl Faculty Caring Faculty Key To Uniqueness There are few people who would take up the responsibility of making sure hundreds of students ate well at lunch, and recieved help while in the office, or had a clean school to come to in the morning. These people are the staff of St Alberts . These people go by often well unnoticed, and without a simple thanks for helping. They are people who work in the cafeteria , the main office, do custodial duties, and work in the business office. They 166 I staff spend their days helping teens with the little obstacles of everyday life. There names are Joan Pursell , Aldolph Rodenburg , Mary Ann Poole, Glen Spahr, Delores Romesburg, Sandie Green , Loren Vallier, Lois Hemmingsen, Marilynn Leggio, Mary Pat Nelson, Peg Riley, Gloria Blum, Pat Kroll, Virginia Carberry, Shirley Fricke, and Jerry Kresl. Danielle Tighe Marilynn Leggio worf(s busy as a bee while typing the daily announcements " Lunch tim e is fun time " seems to be th e mes sage Pat Nelson sends to the students in the lunch line. Staff Keeps Spark Going Through rain, snow, heat, and fog , St Albert High school has a staff that dedicates its time and patience to making St Albert a better place. Many of the teachers spend extra time before and after school just to help students . What does it mean to be a teacher at a Catholic High School? We took this question to the people who are most apt to be able to answer it, the teachers themselves. Math teacher, Mrs. Wiegman stated, "I like teaching at a school where students can have prayer in class, and school masses . I like being able to express my beliefs and talk to students about moral values ." Junior Tammy Lesline stated that, " Basically the teachers are a big help here with things like homework, but also with being in such a small school it gives you that special edge of getting to have a close relationship with them. It is a good feeling to know that you can come anytime before school or after for help and recieve it with a smile and much understanding." Being a teacher and being responsible for the educational growth and developement of a person is extremely important, and with out the special time and care that these people put in, whether it is before school, after school, or just rooting the team on to a victory, helps to make the difference between a fair education and a excellent education. Danielle Tighe Staff "May I help you ?" Pa t Kroll asks. M P · . 1 th ny tasks she preforms in the office. rs. oole 1s caught in one o e ma faculty I 167 168 / Colophon Editor Asst. Editor Photography Editor Business / Advertising Editor I Index Copy Editors Staff Dennis Christiansen Matt Buchanan Jeff Howard Jacqui Slater Mike Brisso Matt Buchanan Den Christiansen Kevin Claussen Tina DeChant Matt Fenner Dawn Hite Jeff Howard Nancy McPartland Steve Oberdin Cindy Per91111· 1011fll!':T-w:-------i: Dawn Ri ka Jacqui Danielle Amy .. Printing Volume 22 of the 1988 Dimensions was done by Herff Jones Publishing Company in Marcel ine, Missouri. School art on the cover with· gold foi l designed by the Journalism class and drawn by Deb McGuire. Headlines and subheads : 30 and 18 pt. Body copy: 10 pt. Chelsea. Captions: 8 pt. Chelsea. Folios: 10 pt. Chelsea. Colophon / 169 170 I Autographs Autographs I 171 .. 172/ Autographs .. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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It's the time with our friends that's wild or quiet, big or small and just special. It's the spirit we have that comes shining through, bonding us close and making us a part of the St. Albert family . These are the moments we will loo k back on, talk about more than any other and cherish for a lifetime . Our imaginations let us run free and no limits are imposed as we dream, plan, and scheme for the past as well as the future . We will talk about the good, the bad, the fun, the hurts, the laughter, the tears and all the daring stuff we pulled off camera . Bonnie Ficek Juniors Becky Fi cek and Tino DeChont shore some of their time togethe r a t the " Soop" ga me . Colorful balloons fl y through the a ir at the proceedings of t he grand opening of the Moll of th e Bluffs. Division Page / 5 Fired Up For Weekends Weekends are a time for students to break away from school and be with their friends. For junior Maureen O'Gara this is no exception. Maureen's weekend started with plan-making for the weekly Friday night football game. But no one can go to a game without proper nourishment, so a quick stop at the local Burger King became a necessity. Destination-football game, to cheer the victory-bound Falcons, and afterward a victory celebration at a popular pizza palace. Pizza is a must after all of that cheering! To keep things moving, the meeting was carried back to B. K. for more fries and more animated conversation with buddies. As hard as it is to believe, Taco Bell was the next stop! How can one person eat that much? "I like to hit all the restaurants," explained Maureen, "because someone always wants to eat, and because its fun to meet different people in each place . As fun as it was, however, it was time to head for the old homestead and call it a night. For many students, Saturday is the only day to catch a few extra "zzz' s", but there are those who have to work. Maureen's Saturday started at the comfortable hour of 9 :30 a .m. with a bowl of cereal and her favorite cartoons before reporting to Bishops Cafeteria for a four-hour stint."Working is okay. It's a way to get money for my weekend activities," said Maureen. A short nap after work helped prepare her for another big week-end adventure . After a tough decision about what exactly to do, Maureen left with friends to the new Mall of the Bluffs prior to a short cruise around town to see what was happening. A stop at Taco Bell was the finale before heading back home for a good sleep. Sunday was busy. Up at 7 :30a .m. for breakfast with the family and go to work again. After work, an hour at church and home for dinner, and homework became the priority as the day wound down. Maureen's story is pretty typical of most students. Weekends are a time to look forward to, to enjoy with friends, to get a little sleep, and after all other options are e liminated, to hit the homework. Very little changes from weekend to weekend, or from year to year for that matter. The names may change, but the story is basically the same. Weekends are special. Not always spectacular, perhaps, but special nevertheless. By the way, "Isn't it Friday yet?" Dawn Rickard 6/Student Life The Wild Life A group of juniors wait on the football field for the players to come out. Left: Junior Maureen O'Gora spends a lazy Sunday night watching TV with her dog, Sam. Above: Freshman Megan Ryan hurries to put her books away to beat the Friday rush. Top: Seniors Matt Gier, Kevin McGinn, John O'Connor, Bill Smyth and Dan Poo le "get pumped" for the upcoming weekend. Junior Honk Stra ka spends his Saturdays working at a local sup ermarket. Student Life/ 7 Friends to Last a Lifetime "You mean so much to mefor you've been there through the good times and the bad, drying the tears and holdi~g back the lonelinessgiving me a friendly shoulder to lean on and enough smiles to last a lifetime." The choice of your friends depends on who you are . Just take a look at the Peanuts Gang. In your friends you find security and a feeling of safety like Linus and his blanket. Senior Barb Osborne said "I feel closest to my friends when we're alone just talking about life, our dreams and what we want to do ." The retreat we had this year was a time when we all felt especially close to our friends, and where we could talk to them about our feelings. Friends have fun together and they can act like themselves. Friends can cry together and they can let it all out. Friends acccept each other for what they are and can accept each others faults. Why else would Snoopy be friends with Woodstock? Snoopy is a stud and Woodstock is the ultimate nerd . Snoopy is athletic and can do everything, and Woodstock hasn't even passed his flying course . "If one of my friends is depressed, I'd try to cheer them up and let them know they're still my friend," said sophomore Tony Kruse . "Friends are the ones who are always there for you. Through the laughter and tears, a friend is there to give you support and make you smile. "I like being with my friends because they keep me company, and they're easy to talk to, and they show me the bright side of things when I'm feeling down." said Shari Hughes, freshman . Can you imagine not having anyone to pig out with a t the B.K. lounge, or not having anyone to go shopping with, or going to open gym by yourself? "My friends are so important to me . When I look back aft er high school, I'll always remember the fun we had ." said junior Beth Quigley. Jacqui Slater 8/Student Life Seniors Troy Holmberg, Ken Fox, Lorry Ratiga n Al' · M C M Daly 0 d J I' G bbl , 1c10 c oy, oureen . n u ie u es get together to ploy a stimu la ting game of Trivial Pursuit. Juniors Chad McDermott, Matt Buchanon, Chuck Thorn a nd Senior Dove Koehler discuss weekend plans. Steadies Ron Marsha ll and Do nna Roane toke time out to chat at their lockers ofter school. Buddies Andy Berner and Aaron Wo lter shore a fun moment as they wa lk down the hall. Freshmen Jenny Kruse, Megan Ryon and Michelle Auen pose for the camera between classes. Student Life/ 9 These nutty nine senior "men" get the crowd rolling ot th e winter sports pep rally. Spirit a t SA is shown in the support of a buddy. Chuck Th orn congratulates Jean Sillik fo r another Cross Country victory . Sean Davis and "Nordic Adventure r" Pat Thompson show spirit during Homecoming Week as they discuss Da vis' deluxe attire . 10/Student Life Spirit Soars on the Hill A feisty SA crowd looks on as the football team flounders past AL for a 7-0 "Fish Bowl" win . The sta tue o f St. Al shows his "wild side" with headband and earring during Homecoming Wee k. Students at St. Albert have always been known for their enthusiasm and spirit at athletic functions, intra- school activites such as homecoming week, and other activities in the school. This past year on the hill was one filled with spirit of competitiveness, as well as spirit of togetherness. The week of the SA vs. AL football game was a prime example of both. The game was designated as the "Fish Bowl" by coach Marshall Scichilone, and the fans carried out the idea with such spirited chants as "Let's go fish" and "Fish Power." Another example of sharing a togetherness in each other was in the performance given by the Strategic Air Command Army Band "Nightwing" . Members of the student body danced to the rock and roll tunes that th e band played. On the last day of the all-school retreat in September, members of all classes came to the microphone to share their feelings about the retreat and how we should carry the togetherness idea out. In the spirit of the event, many of us pledged to work to keep this special spirit going a nd to find ways to remind everyone just what was accomplished at this event. In the many types of activities- students pa rticipated in, there a lways was a spirit of closeness and unity. Kate Witte's volleyball squad displayed the true essence of team unity. Throughout the season the team stayed together through the good games and the trying times. Senior Kris White said, "When we were down we came together and played as a team. Coach Witte helped too, just by being a friend after a bad game ." Perhaps the smallness of our school was a contributing factor to the spirit of St. Albert High School during the 1986- 87 year. Thus, when we belted out the old stand-by "WE'VE GOT SPIRIT YES WE DO!", the saying held a lot of truth. We showed the city, the community, and each other that throughout it all, we had spirit, and we LOVED IT! Dan Simon Student Life/ l l Messing With ' Make Up! Why do girls insist on wearing makeup? Some say that makeup enhances their beauty, while others say it disguises their faults. Whatever the reason, one must still wonder why . After much thought, I decided to give makeup a try. With the help of a friend, I made myself up with base, blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner, lipstick, and the like, and I was set for a night on the town with the girls. Well, not quite ready. I decided that I had better have a warm-up first, so I was off to the Crossroads for an afternoon of shopping. My excitement was growing as we drove down Dodge Street, but as we entered the parking lot, I was quickly losing my nerve and had second thoughts. I sat in the car hiding my face for about 15 minutes and decided to go for it. What did I have to lose but my honor and integrity? (and my reputation as a straight shooter). Perhaps I was a bit paranoid, but I felt that everyone was talking about me. I remember asking myself why I was doing this, and just exactly where I should draw the line on my dedicatoin to the journalism staff (If my grade depended on it, I doubt that I would have done the same thing for my Chemistry class). I walked into the mall with my head down, trying not to make eye contact with anyone and praying that I didn't see anybody I knew. As time passed though, I started to loosen up and play my role to the fullest. Funny though, I wasn't asked out on any dates. So the question remains, why do girls wear makeup? Senior Ann Leber said, " I wear makeup to make myself look better and cover up big ugly zits." Sally Eberhard, also a senior, seemed to agree. " If I walked around this school without any makeup on, I wouldn't be recognized as part of the human race." Do girls feel comfortable in public without makeup? Or do they feel "incomplete" if they don't wear it? I asked Donna Roane this question, and then asked her why she doesn't wear makeup . "I've never really felt the need to. I did wear it for prom though, and that's the only time I ever have . I only wore a little bit and you could hardly tell that I had any on." For the most part, the girls that I spoke to said that they did feel uncomfortable without it. That's where guys have the upper hand. We don't have to really worry about how " corra l pink", or "mauve" lipstick looks on us. (I wore mauve, and I don't think it really brought out the fullness of my lips). I realize that my little escapade isn't a va lid source of letting me know why girls wear makeup, but maybe Wendy Burg stated it best for a majority of the girls. " I'm too sca ry looking if I don't wear makeup!" Chris Slater 12/Student Life Senior Deb Rawlings before {top) and ft h " ,, a er er make-over. Opposite : Seniors Ann Leber and Jenn H " ,, . . restroom d · th . 07 Y older ploy with makeup 1n the unng e1r study hall. Top: Can you tell the difference? Junior Tracy Morris is wearing makeup a n d se ni o r D o n na Roane is without. M ime Jerry Gardner displays his whiteface makeup. The " eyes" have it (a lot of make up, that is!) Student Life/ 13 The Ratigans, Mike, Larry, and Brian, spend a rare quiet evening at home together. Parents work diligently to prepa re break fast for the hungry seniors after Senior Ring Moss. Barbara Osborne and her mother, Be rnie, take time out to pose for a quick snapshot before th e homecoming footba ll game. Ryan Blancha rd sits on cousins', David and Jim Hawk 's laps while Aunt Jeannie (Hawk) looks on. 14/Student Life Parents-Positive Support Mrs Arnold, Mrs. O'Connor, and Mrs. Thompson show their displeasure at ha ving their picture take n a t the Opening School Mass. An important part of student life is often overlooked because it is so obvious and also because we take it for granted. It is the support of our families, and in particular, our parents. Parents not only played an important role at home, but also at school. They suported and advised us in school, taking an active interest in our everyday decisions. They became involved in curriculum, too, whether it was attending a school conference, assisting with our homework, or typing those last minute reports. They were always there for us. Parents also involved themselves with the lighter and more enjoyable part of school. They organized post prom parties, an auction fund raise,r and acted as chauffers to transport students to seminars and athletic events. As expected, parents we re our number one fans. There were always those special parents, that no matter what their busy schedules were, they would travel several miles to see their all- star in action. It was not uncommon on a cold, wintry Friday night to see several St. Albert parents huddled under blankets and umbrellas expressing their enthusiam for their offspring as well as the rest of the team. Senior, Donald Jabro said, "I think it gives you a boost to know that your parents are up in the stands. It helps to know they will root yo u on through the good times and the bad." Parents have the gre atest influence on our li ves. They sha re our defeats and sorrows, and celebrate our victories. St. Albert parents not only provide their children with a great Catholic education but instill in their children the will to succeed. Alicia McCoy Student Life/ 15 Dream Dances Need Dress Rehearsal Cinderella, while dancing around in her rags, dreamed of her prince and the night of the ball. She danced and dreamed for days and days, but her plans were almost hamp·ered by her wicked stepmother and sisters. Her fairy godmother stepped in and saved the day, however, and sent her off to the dance of her dreams, dressed in finery fit for a princess. All eyes turned toward Cinderella as she walked into the palace with her beautiful ballroom gown and glass slippers. Immediately, a gallant prince met her gaze, and swept her off her feet. They danced the night away until her curfew called, and then her night was at an end. Of course, St. Albert dances are not as extravagant as a ballroom dance (with the exception of prom), but we do prepare for our dances in a similar way. We all try on our new outfits and stand before the mirror many times before the big night, imagining how we will look. Girls may try a new hairstyle or a new way to do make-up. Guys might try a new cologne. We make plans for a special place to eat, and who we'll go with, and what we will do afterward. So in our own ways, we "dream" of the dance . The night of the dance comes, and we prepare to go . With our new outfits and careful way of getting ready on special occasions, we definitely look our best. We head to dinner and the dance . Afterward we party. The fun only has to end when we are too tired to do any more, there's nothing else to do, or as in Cinderella's case, we have a curfew. Although most of us won't live happily ever after because of one dance we will have a "ball", and we will trea~ sure memories that will last forever. Bonnie Ficek 16/Student Life Freshmen Je remy Pe try and Amy Murra y enjoy the ir first homecoming dan ce . (Picture by Bob Pyles) Jan Koenig and her date take a break from the action during Prom night festivities. Christmas was a perfect time to hove a dance and get together before school was out for break. Stuart Edlebrock and Jon Larsen spar around at the Cupid dance in February. Division Page/ 17 Gina Tolliver '88, Maureen O'Gara '88, Ann Leber '87, Karen Biruising '88, Ann Peterson '87, Mark Root '88, and John O'Conner take a break during their game of Cowboys and Indians. Cindy Petratis '88 smiles at the camera during the car cram at the pep rally. Madam Butterfly-Theresa Burkey '87, takes a short snooze. Michelle Blizzard plays it cool during the week's festivities. 18/Student Life Homecoming '86 Show 'Em Your Stuff! Junior Tim Shea shows off his creativit y to classmate Doug Struyk . The excitement level was building and reached an unbelievable height as the long-awaited week began ... Students experienced various thoughts and emotions prior to the 1986-87 Homecoming event. Some worried about what to wear for class pictures while others were concentrating on finding a date for the dance. Additional students were diligently rummaging through closets and boxes in preparation for the homecoming activitiets. On Monday, the majority of the student body charmed the camera with their bright smiles while the senior class showed off their school pride and spirit by dressing in green and gold . The halls swarmed with sauntering cowboys and whooping Indians on Tuesday, Cowboys and Indians Da y. Wednesday marked the traditional Toga Day as students sampled old Roman life by swaddling themselves in sheets. Classmates demonstrated their creativity on Thursday by dressing in frenzied costumes ranging from haggard waitresses to hideous wretches for Wild and Cra zy Day. The weekly activities concluded on Friday with the student body decked out in their finest for the annual home coming mass. Thursday evening during the pep rally, the homecoming court was announced . Barbara Osb orn e was crowned queen, and her court was Bonnie Ficek, Jennifer Holder, Stephanie Keefe, Melanie Miller and Penny Rameriz . King Mike Masker was attended by his court, Chris Fischer, Kevin McGinn, John O'Connor, Dan Poole and Larry Ratigan. The SA spirit and enthusiasm produced during the course of the week resulted in a victorious success. Junior Dawn Rickard said, "Homecoming this year possessed more pep and vigor than I' ve ever seen befo re . The entire school had a terrific time together." Tina DeChant Student Life / 19 Homecoming Dance A Night To Remember . 1 986 a s in previous Homecoming , . f II Id 0 special meaning or 0 years, he . lved in the festivities who were invo . . d . ·t that surrounded the act1v1- an spin . f Homecoming Week. ties o D t pped The Homecoming once ? -off the week with music supplied ~y THE COUSINS. They not only de.livered foot stomping and toe tapp1~g b t we watched our favorite tunes, u th "Big Screen." rock groups on e Senior Barbara Osborne thought the . dded a lot to the dance big screen a d , " It gave students who on t because, 1 t d like to dance something e se ~ o besides watching othe r people. Pictures were ta ken by Bob Pyles, who used an original backg ~nd of bales of straw and pumpkins with creative and colorful expressions etched on the ir faces. 20/Student Life The majority of students who a ttended the dance had a great time . Most e xpressed a prefe rence for dances that were held in the gym, however, because it was less crowded and didn't get as hot as dances he ld in the cafet eria . Barb a dded, "I also liked dances in the gym better because they seemed more like a special occasion." Not all was positive a t the da nce however, a s most stude nts ~ aware that a few fri ends we re not allowed to attend because they were on probatio n. One such teen was a dmitted to the dance, but was late r " discovered," and asked to leave. His date was left fe eling abandoned a nd in tears. Also, because the handbook rules state that once students leave the dance they are not permitte d to ret urn, a photographer for t he yearbook was denied entry because he left to get film. His date also fe lt lik e she got dressed u p for nothing. That story had a happy ending, thou gh , as the cre ative photographer a nd his date simply turned on their " boom box," placed it on top of his ca r, a nd danced on the sidewalk outside the dance . Most of those a ttending, however, had a great time, and Homecoming '86 will hold many memories, especially for the graduating seniors who will be re turning ne xt yea r as alumni to reminisce . The resa Burke y A ndrea Scichila n e, Michelle Auen and Carrie Miller dance for the photographer during Homecoming '86. Tim Minor claps along with the music as he watches dan ce rs around him. Dancers crowd around each other as the y "get down " t o the music of THE COUSINS. Leland Fox and his dote Amy Christensen enjoy talking while they dance the night away. Student Life/ 21 The fun of the holiday season is captured by dance-goers. Dan Murray keeps warm by dancing close with his date . Mike Gillett shows his dancing expertise as he performs a dip with Sheila Behrendsen . 22/Student Life Final get-together before break . .. A Christmas Dance J · H Id · h · h"ile Aaron waiter gets into the music . enn1 o er en1oys t e music, w Brian O'Co nner and Jason Smith check out the scene. On december 20th, the time came around to the high school annual Christmas dance . Sponsored by the freshman class, with Konnie Weigman in the sleigh pulling the reigns, it was held in the festively decorated cafeteria . Decorating the cafeteria started Friday after school and was finishing Saturday afternoon. Again, the "dress casual code" was issued and was accepted pleasantly by the students, who were all clad in warm sweaters or similar attire . Though the dance floor was empty most of the night, when the clock struck between ten and ten-thirty, people began co.ming out of the cold, and the place started to heat up . "When everybody started coming in," said freshman Carrie Miller, "it was fun." So the dance proved to be a good, fun, final get-together for the students before they went off on Christmas break. Jeff Howard Student Life/ 23 24 Cupid Dance Scores a Hit Cupid's arrow may have gone astray this year and missed his mark causing a decline in the number of couples taking advantage of a romantic evening at the Va lentine Dance. On February 6, 1987, balloons, streamers and a big paper heart greeted the dance-goers as they entered the cafeteria . Junior Cindy Persinger said, "The Valentine Da nce was the most fun I've had at a school dance. Eve ryone seemed to be having a lot of fun too . ff Whil e waiting to get their special evening captured on film, the young ladies slipped into the bathroom while their ~ate s weren't looking, and came out with perfect hair and a fresh coat of lipstick. The dancers looked a little less than perfect after entering the hot steaming cafe teria , primpin g was forgotten as they da nced to their fa vorite tunes by Bon Jovi, and the Ba ngles. Ka thy Beckma n said, " I enjoyed seeing the kids dance, a nd I liked being with them. Being in the position as chapero ne is uncomforta ble a t times but I enjoyed it. ff ' The night was a success a ccording to students a lso . "Except for the fact that my date was a dud, I had a great time " said junior Nancy McPartla nd. ' Junior Chuck Thorn summed it all up when he said, "Even though there weren't that many people at the dance 1 had a good time, anywa y. I thought ~Y attendance helped everyone e lse haYle a good time . ff Jacqui Slater v~i... cei.~t be ~e.r-;o ... ~ I Doug Rew ond Theresa Fischer share a tender moment together. Chris Hanafan screams in excitement as Dan Poole looks for his date. Sean Standard and Jennifer Thompson enjoy their first Valentine's Dance. Student Life/ 25 Ken Fox and Maureen Wickham find refreshments at the punch bowl. Becky Ficek and Christian Jones take a brea k from dancing to rest their tired feet. Dawn Zimmerman and her date, Bill, get down to the music of BETTY AND DUPREE. 26/Prom 1987 Prom was ... More Than a Feeling King Dan Poole and Queen Ann Leber dance together as they reign over the festivities. Couples dance the night away. Stuart Edelbrock and Ginny Vriclynck look suave standing near the gazebo . The gym was magically transformed into a castle-courtyard. lee blue, royal blue, and silver streamers concealed the ceiling. Water trickled from a fountain . Mints and punch were beautifully arranged for the guests. All of this hard work and dedication made the 1987 Prom a success. Crimson, silver, and blue were the colors chosen by the junior class to decorate the theme of the Junior /Senior Prom, MORE THAN A FEELING. The band, BETTY AND DUPREE was on hand for the occasion. Tickets were sold prior to the dance. The festivities began at 9:00 p.m. and concluded at 12:00 Midnight. Coronation began at 10:30 with Dan Poole and Ann Leber crowned King and Queen. The Prom Court consisted of seniors Dave Koehler, John O'Conner, Stephanie Keefe, and Barb Osborne. The juniors on court were Cindy Petratis, Connie Ravlin, Amy Tobias, Sean Davis, Chris Hanafan, and Doug Rew. For the post-prom festivities, Roller Rena was rented from 12:30 a .m. to 2:00 a .m. for those who wanted to attend. Karen Birusingh said, "Roller skating was a good opportunity to get together with all of your friends and have a lot of fun ." From skating, the students went to St. Peters Church to engage in a night of intense gambling at Casino night. VCR's, t.v.'s, a radio, and money were given to the lucky persons whose names were drawn. The night wound down with mass held at 5:30 a .m. Andy Berner reflected the opinion of many others, "I felt Prom went exceptionally well-the decor was wonderful and everyone was well-mannered. All in all I think everyone b II had a night to remem er. Tina DeChant and Joelle Corbaley Prom/ 27 28/Clubs n' Classes Learning Your Lin~s On The Set Senior /' nn Thomp«m creot s a "master-pie ce" o n her silk screen What good ore clubs and organizations, and what do we hove to soy about them? Are we bored with them? How much do they really mean to us? For that matter, what do we really know about them? Notional Honor Society, for example, is an honor and a good reference for colleges. But, other than the induction ceremony, when else did we hear about the organization? And how about the newly formed NonUsers group? Did the group benefit its members? • A lot of what went on in these clubs and organzations went on behind scenes, and that information was worth looking into. Each club or organization had a purpose of its own, and attempted to become involved in activities worthy of recognition . The newly formed drama club and its trips to different performances around the area this year and the leadership club and its periodic "secret" workshops, (What went on behind closed doors anyway?) were examples of clubs "doing their thing." And what kind of commitment was involved in being a member of brain bowl? Were the participants all just a bunch of stereotypical "brains"? Lets hope not! In addition, we must not forget Quill and Scroll, a national honor society of journalism students who have gained exceptional recognition in their field. Although, as a small school, St. Albert had a limited number of clubs and organizations, most of them were involved in worthy activities. And whether they were locally formed by an eager staff member or a port of a larger national group, they were alive and well and carrying out a vital function in our school. It would therefore seem that a closer look at these special groups could improve the awareness of many. That is why we included them in DIMENSIONS. We hope you will be glad we did. Keep reading . .. you'll be impressed! Barbara Osborne Spanish I students pose beside their posters made for Foreign Language Week. Kevin McGinn, vice-president; Chris Fischer, president; and Mike Masker, secretary / treasurer; for Student Council. Some friends do everything together. Clubs n' Classes/ 29 National Sports Simply Super Sports have always been a national pastime in the land of the free and home of the brave . An argument is unavoidable when it comes down to who is the best, but there were some outstanding teams that would certainly qualify in the '86 and '87 season. In baseball, it was the American League series with Boston vs. California. Boston had to fight back for a 3-1 game deficit to win 4-3. The National league series was the New York Mets vs. Houston. The series was tied 2-2 when the Mets won the next two, both in extra innings with a score of 4-3. The World Series came down to a seventh and deciding game at Shea Stadium. The Red Sox and the Mets battled it out with the Mets holding on to win 8-5 after a three-run rally on a Ray Knight home run. College football had a classic meeting this year, as the top two teams, Penn State and Miami, squared off in the Fiesta Bowl. The score was tied at 7 at the half, but going into the fourth quarter, Miami kicked a 38-yard field goal for a 10-3 lead. Penn State came back, however, on a D.J. Dozier 6-yard run for a 14-10 victory. Back on the pro circuit, Super Bowl XXI came down to the AFC Denver Broncos and the NFC New York Giants. The first half was close until the Giants tackled quarterback John Elway in the end zone for a safety, turning the momentum to the Giants. In the third quarter the Giants took full control scoring MILLARD 30/Clubs and Cla?ses 17 unanswe red points. The game ended with the score Gia nts 39 Broncos 20. Most Valuable Player went to Giants' quarterback Phil Simms who threw a Super Bowl record 22-25 passes. The Final Four field was made up of Indiana, UNLV, Providence and Syracuse . The first game in New Orleans, Superdome UNVL lost to the Hoosiers 97-93. The second game was between two Big East schools Providence and Syracuse, with Syracuse taking the win at 77-63 before a record crowd of 54,969. It was coach Bobby Knight's third National Championship. At half-time Indiana led 34-33. Syracuse was hounding guard Steve Alford in the last five minutes of the game when junior-Keith Smart took over, scoring 12 of the Hoosiers last 15 points. Indiana was down by one with 28 seconds left when he hit the last of his 21 points from the corner to win the National Championship 74-73. As DIMENSIONS was going to press, the big basketball shoot out was just beginning with The Lake rs downing the Celtics 126-113 in the first of the best-of-seven championship series for the NBA title . Predictably, Kareem AbdulJabbar and Larry Bird led the scoring for their teams. Sports a national pastime? You bet! Unavoidable arguments and all! Matt Buchana n The Seattle Seahawks and Kansas Cit y Chiefs prepare for their gam e at Arrowhead Stadium. The Iowa Hawkeyes run through plays in preperation for the k ickoff of the Holiday Bowl in San Diego. Chuck Thorn and Trent Holmberg check out the latest in sports at the library. David Rivers of Notre Dame puts up a jumper, in warm ups before the Creighton game. National Clubs (Sports)/ 31 Brain Bowl and MHS The ''thinkingest'' groups around On March 25, St. Albert students and parents gathered in the gym for the traditional National Honor Society Induction. New members were given a yellow rose by a present members. NHS President Donna Roane presided, Fr. Richard Chamberlain and Dr. Michael Avise spoke . NHS vice president Troy Holmberg, secretary Joelle Corbaley, treasurer Barb Osborne and Maureen Daly each gave a speech reminding the audience of the four qualities that a NHS member must possess. The new inductees were senior Kris White, juniors Connie Ravlin, Julie McCoy, Susan Gray, Maureen O'Gara and sophomores Mary McClellan, Brian Ratigan, Laurie Coats, Trent Hornberg, Greg O'Grady. Another scholastic team was also making a name for themselves. The 32/Clubs n' Classes St. Albert Bra in Bowl Team, headed by English teacher, James DeMott, competed at Abraham Lincoln in the Academic Decathalo n. Memb ers who competed were Becky Ficek, Dan Simon, Mike Masker, Tina Dechant, Christian Jones, and Nikki Johnson. Stro ng efforts were put forth by all the participants and a tenth place finish wa s taken. Coach DeM;tt's busy schedule fo rced him to resign the helm of the acti ve t e am a nd re ligion teacher, Mark Koesters took over the job. The team competed in one competition at Peru State. As they drove out of sight, you could hear them excla im, "Better luck next year and to all a good night." Joelle Corba ley John Hassett, Troy H olmberg, Bria n Miller p atiently wait for the induction c erem ony t o b egin . NHS President Donna Roan e recounts the m inutes of th e last NHS m eeting t o p resent m em - ber. Stephanie Keef e and Donna Roane go over the procedure for the induction ceremony. John Crowley, Dan Simon, and Troy Holmberg show their brain power during competition at Peru State. Amy Helms, John Crowley, Dan Simon and Troy Holmberg start to pack things up after a emotionally draining workout. Clubs n' Classes/ 33 A Gathering for Togetherness Retreat was not only a time for students to get away from the burden of completing homework asssignments, or studying for a chemistry test. It was a time to be with friends and find out more about themselves, Jesus and fellow students. Starting Monday, September 29, and continuing for four days, the entire high school gathered in the gym for retreat. Having the freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior classes together for the retreat was a change from past years when each grade participated separately. "It was a good experience, and it gave us a chance to know more about the older students," said freshman Adam Jones. On Monday, The Rev. Frank Palmer from All Saints Church in North Des Moines, helped prepare students for the mood of the days ahead. The first day was mainly to relax. So what is a better way to relax than to hit beach balls around? But this too, as all of the other activities, had 34/Closses and Clubs a purpose behind it. For inst a nce , on Tuesday the groups, which generally were about four to six people, took a piece of cardboard, string, buttons, cloth, and glue. Out of these, students created an image of God. Making our school a better place to be was one of the topics on Thursday. Groups wrote down three predominant problems and three good points about our school. The conclusion for the first two days was mass on Wednesday. It was highlighted by students receiving a letter from thel1 I-' rents. Just the opposite was done for Thursday's mass when students sent letters back to their parents. Senior, Ann Romano said she liked Thursday best. "The last song really brought the whole school together." The song, "Tea r Them Down", was introduced on the first day by George Kippley. At the final mass, everyone stood to sing it in a spirited and joyful way. Another special event at the last mass was that everyone recieved a prayer book and a necklace. Fr. Palmer said "The message that I wanted to get through, got through, and from this retreat, the St. Albert family will deepen." John Hassett summed up the retreat by saying, "Everybody became really close, and there was a lot of sharing." He added, "I feel the way others look and feel about me has changed." Even though some of the questions about God were more thought provoking than taking a chemistry test, and the students had to do everything "Chop,Chop," the expressions on most of the students' faces, as they came out of the gym on the final day of the retreat, were expressions of happiness. Dennis Christiansen 7 Billie Jo Suden, Cindy Persinger, Jaime Barnes, Mike Sorrell and Mrs. Simms (a parent volunt eer), work hard to produce their image o f God in a creative way. John O 'Connor and Lo ren Littner try to explain to the student body, their picture of God. Senio rs Maureen Wickham, Bonnie Ficek and Alicia McCoy get into th e spirit of the retreat by giving hugs during a break in the program. John Hasse tt shares his parent letter with Mark Koesters, religion instru ctor. Senio r Mike Gill ett recei ves host from Fa ther Fitzgerald. Posting the good and bad points of our school was the task of seniors Dan Poole and Ron Marshall; juniors Rich Green and John Crowley; sophomore Matt Konz; and freshman David Hawk. Classes and Clubs/ 35 Math and Computer Classes Take . .. Bold New Steps Bold steps are what progress is made of, and SA moved surely into the computer age . Over the summer the math department claimed the wrestling room as the new computer lab, and rennovation was nearly complete for the start of fall classes. The lab holding 15 computers and four printers, provided teachers and students the opportunity to learn basic skills. Junior high students used the lab for six weeks to learn basic computer skills and some data processing. Typing II and Ill classes also used it for data processing and term papers. English, journalism and business classes also worked on the new equipment. SA students weren't the only one's making use of the comput ers. A group of AL students a ttended a computer class taught by Scott Belt, because AL did not off er it. Calculus was offered at St. Albert rather than at AL, and was taught by Konnie Wiegman. "If you are going to teach an advanced math pro gram then you should have the classes offered here," said Weigman. Only seven students are in the course this year, but the number is expected to increase to 15 within tw o.-ya~f"-s. If bold steps ore wha t progress is made of, then St. Albert should be at the head of the class. Nancy McPa rtlond An AL student works diligently at a computer in the business office. Mrs. Swartz takes time out in a lgebra to sign Ali cia McCoy's cast. Julie Gubbles leans back and contemplates her next move on the computer. 36/Classes n' Clubs • Journalism students take advantage of the new computers. Some of Mrs. Wiegemans stud e nts show their enthusiasm du ri ng class. Mark Petratis looks confused as he tries to figure out a problem on the computer in typing II. Konnie Wigeman explains a complicated geometry problem to junior Amy Smith . Classes n' Clubs/ 37 Spanish Cuisine and Personal Insights. • • Variety is the Spice of Life Between taking notes and studying for tests, the Spanish students were busy "cooking up" a few different activities. The first week in March marked National Foreign Language Week. To celebrate, Wuanita Printy, the Espanol teacher, and her students donned their newly arrived Spanish logo tee-shirts and sweat shirts on the first day of the week. A spanish food day was held in the middle of the week. Students made tacos, nachos, and enchiladas. To one anonymous student the food day was "better than sitting in class." The next couple of days were spent playing Spanish games and singing cultural songs. To end out the week, Printy escorted her second and third year Spanish students to a fore ign language festival at Iowa Western Community College. Mike Honaker cooks hamburger fo r enchiladas on Spanish foo d da y. Freshman Jason Klement wonders how well Girl Scout Cookies go with Spanish food. Gov. Terry Branstad visits SA government classes in October. 38/Clubs n' Classes During the same week, John Shorey's 07 contemporary histo ry class was graced by the pr e se nce of Aleane Carter, artist in residence . Carter, a native of Co uncil Bluffs a nd resident of Omaha, t old st udents what it was like growing up in the midwest during the SO's and 60's a nd compared segregation laws of this area with those of the 5 . She gave a lot of personal insight, experience and depth to the events that led to the end of segregation. Carter said she enjoye d working with the students because they were courteous, responsive, a nd inquisitive . She said, "I hope to leave the students with a bette r understanding of the black traditions in Ame rica and black needs and aspirations in life ." Angel Howlett . during his visit. Chuck Thorn asks Gov. Branstad a question Two contemporary history students listen attentively as Aleane Ca rter sings a blues song. Brian Miller puts finishing touches on his physics project, an erector set ferris-wheel as Don Jabro looks on . Clubs n' Classes/ 39 Sophomores 'rack t eir rains' for id"e'as ,...._._ ~-. _, write about in their journals in sophomore writing class. Pictured are Front: Karla Miller, Note Schnitker, Down Hite, Tim Zimmerman . Middle: Jason Sprinkle and Todd Klein. Back: Doug McMullen, Steve Neibur, Julie Holder and Troy Hemmingsen. 40/Clubs n' Classes if Juniors Stacy Oberdin, Jill Pender, She ll e y Sondag, Jean Sillik, Ronnie Mortin and Jody Schmitz participate in gro up discussion in American Litera- ture class Jim DeMott, head of the English deportment c re atively uses Mr. Lion's help as he reads to his class. Small numbers cancel class, but The Show Must Go On! - ··X\o =-=::.a-:m:r -.:- - Senior Melissa Stidham rehearses her lines for FANT ASTlKS. Doug Schlautman quietly concentrates on his assignment in fre shman English class. This year there was a big question about the direction of the drama department at St. Albert. There was a change in the teaching staff, as a third teacher in three years was hired. The drama instructor from the 1985- 1986 school year, Charlene Simmons, retired to become a mother and was replaced by Jacky Adams, long time drama teacher from Red O~k, Iowa . The question began to yield positive answers, however, and the first performance at St. Albert, FANTASKIKS, was a success. Adams said that it was a very positive experience, and that the kids were wonderful. Adams wanted to have a small show to get to know the students better. Because there were only 15 students, four boys and 11 girls, who tried out for the play, one part that was originally a male part had to be changed to a female part because of the disproportionate ratio. Numbers posed another problem. In previous years, drama class was offered, but this school year it was omitted from the schedule. Adams said that the administration did not want a class of nine, even though there were only six students in calculus and approximately only ten students who go out for a varsity sport. Dr. Michael Avise said that the administration was concentrating on academic classes that would help seniors graduate and drama class was not one of them. Adams' goals for the school year were to build the depa rtment, and afte r four or five years she hoped to reach at least 200 kids in one performance. Adams said that St. Albert should have a drama class which she would call "basic theater arts." In this class the student would not only learn how to act on stage, but would also learn about props, make-up, costumes and other backstage tasks. There was a definite attitude problem concerning drama among the students at SA. Freshman Jenyi Knudson said, "Kid's think it's not cool to go out for plays." . " Jason Sprinkel, a sophomore, agrees with Knudson. Students a ro und St. Albert don't go out for plays because they might think it'll embarrass them, or because they think it's not fun, or maybe just a waste of time ," Sprinkel said . . On the other hand, Julie Gubbles, senior and a member of the FANTASTIKS cast said she goes out for the plays because " they're fun and you get to be redlly close to the other members of the cast." Matt Fenner, sophomore, goes out for the plays for a different reason . Fenner said, "It's enjoyable and it's a way to express myself. It's 0 challange t make people believe the character. 0 Sophmore Matt Konz, "d "Th soi ere a~e people who like performing in plays and having 0 drama class would give them this opportunity to act." Adams accomplished one of her goals this year. A drama club was formed . Members elected as officers were Barb Osborne, president; Melissa Stidham, vice-president; and Julie Gubbles, secretary-treasurer. The club chose the name "Camelions", and was active in having fund raisers. The students held a bake sale and recieved $58. l O. Adams said "the more visibility-the stronger the department. " They were hoping to get a lot more publicity for the drama department. Attitudes do change, and in future years there are going to be many changes at SA. Adams claimed that "success breeds success" and that means there should be more interest from the student body a nd others aro und SA. In the meantime , as the old saying goes, "The show must go II II on .. Cindy Persinger Clubs n' Classes/ 41 Elected representatives become - Student Directors Student council is elected to represent the student body, and to work with faculty and administration on va rious projects. Its duties include homecoming week which includes pla nning the dance, pep rally, and daily activites. This year's student council a lso pla nned a sucessful food drive, charging admission of one canned good to the pep rally. A spirit chain was fo rmed by each cla ss to raise money for the United Way. Money was collected during homcoming week and was won by the sophomore class. The members of student council are elected in the spring prior to their service year, except for the freshmen who are elected the year of their service. Junior Christian Jones said, "I like student council because we are always doing things fo r the school. " Brian Ratigan, a sophomore said that he liked to be a part of the planning activities. As with any elec e position, there is frequently controversy over who gets elected. Some charge that student council has become a popularity contest, while others maintain that involved people are often those who are well-liked by their peers, and that student council is a natural organization for them. The important issue, howeve r, is that those who serve on student council work for the betterment of the school.This year's group was an example of how well the system worked. Matt Buchanan Sophmore student council members (top) Steve Oberdin, (middle) Theresa Fischer, Peggy McGinn, (bottom) Brian O'Conner, Brian Ratigan, and Troy Hemmingsen. Student Body leaders Kevin McGinn, Chris Fischer, and Mike Masker. Junior student council members (top) Christian Jones, Jacqui Slater, Joe Turn er, (bottom) Matt Buchanan, Connie Ra vlin, and Cindy Petrotis. 42/Clubs n' Classes Freshmen student council members (top) Louro Turner, Maureen Fischer, Jennifer Rawlings, Corrie Miller, Amy Murray, and Jeremy Petry. Top right: Student council representeotives pictured ore: row l : J. Rawlings, J. Petry, M . Fischer, C. Miller, L.Turner. Row 2: S. Oberdin, B. Ratigan, B. O'Connor, T. Fischer, P. McGinn, R. Ramirez, row 3: C. Jones, J. Turner, J. Sloter, C. Petrotis, C. Rovlin, M . Buchanon, B. Osborne, row 4: C. Fischer, M . Masker, K. Fox, D.Koehler, S. Keefe, D. Poole, K. McGinn Senio r stud ent council Don Shover, Dove Koehler, Ken Fo x, Stephanie Keefe, Don Poole, and Barb Osborne . Clubs n' Classes/ 43 Music Motivaters Alive With Enthusiasm Do, re, me, fa, so, la, te, do! George Kippley, S.A. band and choir teacher, said it "trips his trigger" to see students really get into their music. And that's exactly what's happened since Kippley joined the SA family . Promoting musical enthusiasm was one of his goals, and it was evident that his goal became a reality. Senior Tim Fields said, "Kippley is a definite inspiration to the music program." Junior Jon Larsen added, "All the free time I had was dedicated to practicing my clarinet. It was worth it!" With events such as the Nebraska Centenial Conference Band Clinic, as well as the NCC Choral Clinic, Kippley had a worthwhile program for his classes. The agenda for the band included events such as a performance at Mercy Hospital, the NCC Band Clinic, UNO Honor Band, SWIBA Honor Band, All City Honor Band, the solo and ensemble contest in Atlantic, and the annual Christmas concert. Concert choir and swing choir were also kept busy with performances at the St. Albert Feast Day Mass, the NCC Choral Clinic, the All Cit y Festival, SWIBA Choral Clinic, the solo and ensemble contest in Atlantic, and the Christmas concert. Involved in the All City Festival was M olly Hannan who said, "I met a lot of interesting people and grew to appreciate music a lot more due to all of the hours of practice that I put in!" One addition Kippley would lik e t o concert choir is more people, although he was content with the care, concern and responsib'rtity that he saw in this year's student s. What makes music so important? Kippley says simply, " Wholeness." He added that it is important for overall education of students. "Why worry about educating the left si de of your brain when the right side is there too?" he stressed. Niki Johnson Bob Loukoto demonstrates his wizardry on the sax. " Are you rea dy?" ye lls Kip, a s he goes into the ne xt set. Senior Julie Gubbles takes charge a s she makes a point in cho ir. 44/Clubs n' Classes Choir members "goof off" during a pra ctice. Row l : Paulette Chulino, Peggy McGinn, Jennifer Thompson, Chuck Th orn, a nd Bill Smyth . Row 2: Melissa Stidham, Corrie Cornell, Mar - s ha Heenan, Monico Negrete, a nd Tisha Dem - ing . Sophomore David Wiegman and J on Larsen pe rfect their skills with their clarin ets. Clubs n' Cl asses/ 45 It happened one year on the hill . .. The Fantasy • 1n The bell marking the beginning of 02 rang. Already students in the beginning journalism class were in their seats and had begun their work. No tardies for this illustrious group of over-achievers. Doing individual assignments, drawing layouts, writing copy, taking photos on assignment, and fitting photos into their layouts kept staffers busy. Meanwhile, advisor, Jeannette Schultz calmly helped a student, while others waited patiently and quietly in line for her assistance . To aid her, Schultz had several little advanced journalism "helpers" who came in during their study hall to lend a hand in what they took great pride in-journalism. If perchance a visitor were to have come and observed the class, he would no doubt have become a victim of boredom due to the silence of working students. Or perha ps, if he were an "apple-polisher" of old, he would have greatly admired the serenity that comes from watching people hard at work. He would have noted the softly played gospel hymns in the background. And if talking did occur, it was a n inquiring low mumble, so a s not to disturb the others. Visiting, homework, or sleeping were as rare as Ha lley) co et. When students got all of their work completed for a dea dline, they didn't hit the Algebra , or rest their tired heads on their arms, or talk about the weekend, last night's game , or work . No, they more tha n likely used that time Dennis Christiansen sketches out his fina l layout. Advisor Jeannette Schultz gives Becky Ficek a helping hand touching up the ACCIPITER to go to the printer. 46/Clubs n' Classes 105 to lend a helping to another student to complete their assignment. Also things were always there when needed. Nothing was ever lost, and supplies were readily available in the surprisingly clean, well-supplied and well-organized room. It was truly a joyful experience to work in such an atmosphere of order and generosity. As the bell ending 02 echoed in the silent room, the familiar " oh's" escaped the mouths of the studious yo ung people , for the end again came too quickly for the 02 beginning journalism class. Ah, such a fantasy! Jeff Howard ter the latest inno- Cindy Persinger works at o compu ' votion for more effective publications ot SA. Editor Bonnie Ficek listens as beginners Becky Ficek and Jacqui Sloter ask o layout question. Mott Buchanon uses the 'proper cropper' with expertise. Concentrating on her copy for on approaching deadline, Tino DeChont is deep in thought. Clubs n' Classes/ 47 Don Simon busily tokes notes for o newspaper story. Joelle Corboley adjusts her computer screen during o brainstorming session. Chris Sloter looks through the many stories he edits for the yearbook. 48/Clubs n' Classes Small Class Yields ... Ad Manager Theresa Burkey sorts through file s for new ads. Senior Alicia McCoy wants to see haw many layout folders she can hold at once. Big Results Jeannette Schultz's seventh period advanced journalism class may not have been very large, but what it lacked in size, it made up in production. The class, which consisted of only 11 students, all of whom were seniors, was anxious to begin work with the school newspaper and yearbook. Drastic changes were seen in the format of the newspaper, as well as the new "art deco" style of the yearbook. New ideas and themes for the pubIi cations began long before the school year had even started, as editors Dan Simon and Chris Slater, along with Schultz, attended journalism camp at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri. While at camp, they learned modern techniques and new trends used in journalism throughout the country. Other ideas for the yearbook and newspaper were tossed around during intense brainstorming sessions between the advanced and beginning classes. The staff members also worked on the publications as they attended "work nights" every Monday evening. "Work nights tend to be a zoo, but they are usually productive," Schultz said. "They frazzle my nerves. I yell, I scream, I threaten, and I go home feeling guilty. Sometimes I think there has got to be an easier way to make a living!" "For me, work nights served as another excuse to get out of the house on a Monday," said Matt Mullin. Others agreed but noted that the extra time was necessary in order to get the work done. "There just isn't enough time to do your work in a single class period," added Mullin. The staff had mixed feelings about work nights. Each member of the staff worked hard and many put in extra hours during study halls and after school. In the end, the hard work paid off and left the 11 seniors with something to remember, along with a feeling of pride and accomplishment. Chris Slater Senior journa lism students (affectionately known as the "Deadliners") take a break among the burial vaults in a local cemetery. From left: Dan Simon, Joelle Corbaley, Barb Olsborne, Mark Heenan, Matt Mullin, Angie Stander. Top: Maureen Wickham, Bonnie Ficek, Theresa Burkey, Chris Slater and Angel Howlett. Clubs n' Classes/ 49 Senior Melanie Miller separates an egg while trying to figure out why it is two different colo rs. Senior Brion Rohach and junior Rob Graeve try their hand at synchronized pin-ro lling. 50/Clubs n' Classes Controversy and discussion over . .. Elimination of Foods "Your' re suppose to put what in he re:> 1" Senior Mike Gillet is in disbeli ef. Senior Do n Jab ro stirs carefull y to make sure his soup doesn't burn . "So what's for supper mom?" We always rely on mom to cook us up a good stick-to-the-ribs meal. But when mom isn't there or when we go away to school, what happens then? Starvation and living on Burger King? Not for the St. Albert Foods/Home Economic students. Jane Hegwood taught safety, food preparation and selection, storage, and kitchen efficiency. Students also worked with yeast and meats. Two of her five years in teaching have been at St. Albert. Foods and homemaking classes aren't fun and games. Hegwood goes grocery shopping once a week to buy food for labs. But, students not only learn to cook, they also have to take a lot of notes. "The notes are boring but once you start cooking it's fun, especially when your projects turn out," said senior Mark Heenan. Heenan also commented, "It's a valuable class because once you get on your own, you've got to cook for yourself." A controversy erupted this year over the elimination of the course since it is not a college preparatory class. Many students agreed that it shouldn't be terminated because it showed them good nutrition and taught them how to cook. It was the general consensus that it provided a basic life skill and it is the responsibility of educators to provide more than an education to college-bound students. For many there is life beyond the classroom. Unfortunately it wasn't up to the students to decide. Bonnie Ficek Senior Mark Heenan likes to cook and thinks the apron looks smashing on him. Clubs n' Classes/ 51 52/Clubs 'n Classes Senior Maureen Da ly looks over her ma th a na lysis a ssignme nt during her seventh hour class at AL. Chris Slater examines the pha langes o n a fo rmer student a s Joe Hause r, a natomy instructor looks on. AL, Tee Jay, and SA join together in a . .. Spirit of Cooperation Ann Leber concentrates on the lecture in anatomy class. Bumper to bumper traffic doesn't get this crew down. Moste r (o r should we soy mod) scientists, Mott Johnson, Don Shover, Melonie Miller, and Solly Eberhard show their enthusiasm fo r experiments. Many students attend St. Albert for a good education . But education isn't limited to just SA courses. Several students took outside classes to pursue other academic interests. These courses included cosmotology, building construction, auto mechanics (IWCC) , advanced chemistry, math analysis (AU, and driver's education (Tee Jay). The commuting students had different outlooks on attending classes in a public school. "I didn't really like going to AL everyday, but it was a great excuse to skip class," senior Matt Johnson confesses. Senior Maureen Daly confides, "At first I thought AL would be terrible but the people ended up to be very . ,, nice . "When I went to Tee Jay for driver's education, I felt out of place because I was wearing a uniform and everyone else was in grubs," says junior Sean Davis. Because St. Albert students attended classes in the public school district, they had a broader base for education and gained valuable experience outside of the regular SA atmosphere . Tina DeChant Clubs 'n Classes/ 53 Making it in the world means . .. Getting Down To Business The business world is always changing and the business department at St. Albert changes too. One change this year was the addition of Loren Litner to the St. Albert staff. Litner teaches typing, business law, business calculations, and accounting I and II. Many students take accounting and find it a valuable class. Junior Maureen O'Gara said, "I plan to be an accountant and it (accounting) will help me to understand college courses." Jonna Anderson also teaches typing . This year instead of using only traditional typewriters, students expanded th~ir skills to the word processor. Many found the word processor more effecient and easier to use . " I like working in the computer room, it's a lot easier," said junior Kathy Alfers. Economics is taught by Dick W ettengel is another course offered through the business department. One of Wettengel's classes this year had the opportunity to participate in the Junior Acheivement Applied Economics course . This class concentrated more on theory economics rather than consumer economics. Students set up their own company, elected officers, and sold stock. At the end of the semester they closed their company having gained first-hand experience on how the American economic system works. With so many young people going into business and business related fields, a current program stressing understanding of those many areas is essential. Becky Ficek 54/Clubs n' Classes Seniors, Jennie Holder and John O'Connor caref ully work out their business calculations. Pat Thompsen, a junior, concentrates on finishing his accounting. Juniors John VanScoy and Chris Hughes seek help in finishing their accounting while classmate Connie Ravlin looks over her own work. Juniors Jenny Murray, Susan Gray, Jenny Rethmeier and Julie McCoy display the product and stock that was used in their student company, while Hank Straka participates in a group discussion . Kari Larsen, senior, punches in a program on the computer. Junior Dan Disalvo patiently works on his accounting assignment. Clubs n' Classes/ 55 PE and Art students participate in demonstrating Artistic Vision Anyone who has taken an art or crafts class at SA, knows Deb McGuire, a nineyear veteran teacher at the school. Her philosophy was demonstrated by her bulletin board which read, "Its not what you can draw, paint and re-create from other work. Artistic vision deals with the way and person can dream, imagine, or create, show their 'true colors."' "I have a very special group of juniors and seniors that have been a success story for me," she said. "Having a group of kids so special makes teaching worthwhile ." And its a mutual admiration. McGuire has long been a favorite teacher with many SA students. If drawing, painting, and re-creating wasn't your art, however, maybe it was athletics-basketball, football or softball. Or maybe bowling was your cup of tea. Bowling became a favorite P.E. activity, and one of the instructors spending a lot of time at the bowling alley was a newcomer to the physical education department, Kathy Beckman. "I like teaching at St. Albert, the kids are great," Beckman said. "I would like to get some new activites going, introducing them to new games such as racket ball, pillo polo, deck tennis and scooter games." There was also a new habit formed, which while not an art, certainly took initiative . That habit was kids saving pop cans. They collected them for Beckman, and she turned them in for money to be used for purchasing new e quipment. It was a worthwhile venture and although it involved a little time it was successful. So, whether you were a Michaelangelo, a Magic Johnson, or a collector of cans, art was a talent which showed your abilites-your artistic vision in '87. Angie Stander 56/Clubs n' Classes Senior Larry Ratigo n wo rks o n the toss-back d · h" . · class. u nng is physical educa ti o n Matt Geier, a senior, keeps a stead h d . . Y a n on his art p ro1ect. The advanced art class relaxes before the bell rings. Row l : Lorry Ratigan and Ken Fox . Row 2: Deb McGuire, Jody Schmidt ond Stacy Oberdin. Row 3: Kathy Alters, Mott Geier and Kevin Claussen. Art teacher Deb McGuire gives a "big squeeze" t o senior Ken Fo x. Nancy Smith laughs at the spectacle of Bonnie Ficek, Ann Petersen and other senior girls primping and preening in front of mirrors after P.E. Clubs n' Closses/ 57 58/Clubs and Classes "Does 'Mc' come before 'M'?" asks Junior Amy Smith a s she works dilligently a t putting books bock on the she lves. Junior Cheryl Carlson settles 1n comfortably on the floor to make th e right choice of books. There is more work than meets the eye in the . .. Junior Doug Struyk look s to find out if there is anything in the t ext of NORTH AMERICA on Bob and Doug M cKenzie. Senior Dan Poole attem pt s to smile as he studies durin g a free period . Library There is more to a library than would meet the eye of the ordinary novice user. The total usability of the library isn't just limited to book reports, and term papers. It can also be used to find a book to read liesurly, or just to mull through the shelves and spend a quiet moment or two . Keeping the library in top condition is also .. a part of the story, however, and with the limited funds of a private school, that can be a thorny problem. This year was no exception. Maryann Angeroth, 14-year veteran librarian , had the difficult task of keeping the library up to date and in good order. The work at hand for Angeroth varied a lot from organizing the budget for the library and weeding books to deciding appropriate use of donated books. Organizing the budget was one of the most difficult jobs according to Angeroth. She had to decide which magazines would be most helpful for the school to have, and yet stay within the $1 ,000 budget for magazines. She then chose books for purchase, including new encyclopedias every two years. Angeroth described "weeding" as the process of deciding which books to keep and which to throw out, based upon how often they were checked out over a period of time. If a book was not checked out in 10 years, it was disposed of, except for the classics, Angeroth explained. Even with her effort, though, Angeroth relied on the help of the library aides, whose jobs included typing catalog cards, checking out books and magazines to students, and putting books away when returned . There were the usual problems of missing books and late returns, which always impact the budget. Such a frustrating problem requires a definite solution, but as is the normal response to such a solution, the problem of money is at the forefront of any discussion . Responsibility on the part of the students continued to be encouraged, and periodic pleas for their return was a part of the communication process, until a more effective method is impl emented. Overall, however, the library, with the help of Angeroth a nd the a ides, provided a positive a nd benefi cial dimension to the academic program of St. Albert. Chuck Thorn Junior Jean Si llik looks on as counselor Dan Mallo y and senior Ron Mueller shore a humorous moment discussing ACT scores. Clubs and Classes/ 59 The Fantastic FANTASTIKS Eight-thirty p.m., November 7, 1986 the crew THE FANTASTIKS loaded up their props and headed down the aisles of the St. Albert auditorium for the opening night performance of THE FANTASTIKS. The stage and auditorium were dimly lit as the prop-laden crew on their way to the stage conversed with the audience . THE FANT ASTIKS was staged as a play within a play. The crew of THE FANTASTIKS entered to set up the stage for the performance . Commencement of the play was symbolized with a toss-up of multibright colored triangles by two mutes in the play; Andrea Leggio and Jennifer Thompson. Using a creative twist, the mutes doubled as stage hands in full view of the theater audience . Melissa Stidham and Bill Smyth played the roles of two young people, Luisa and Matt, who fell in love. Their mothers, Bellomy (Barbara Osborne), Hucklebee (Julie Gubbles), wanted their offspring to be married. Unaware of their children's love for each other they secretly plotted to unite them. Their first attempt was spoken of in the song, " Just say No!!" The mothers sing of their awareness that kids always seem to do what they're told not to. So they built a 'wall' and informed the children they are not to have contact with anyone of the other's family on the other side. Luisa and Matt become ve ry agitated as the mothers remain in the dark about the ir love . Eventually Huck and Bell, with the help of vill ian, El Gallo, (Troy Hemmingson), Henry and Mortimer, (Matt Fenner and Tom Smyth) a scene was arranged by the mothe rs that would set Matt against El Gall o, Henry, and Mor60/Clubs n' Classes timor. Matt was to e volve the hero so Luisa would fall in love with him. The mothers never considered that Luisa would instead fall in love with the mysterious villian. But, El Gallo being a hired accomplice, breaks her heart and leaves her. Her true love Matt however, comes to her side a~d the; are again together. The mothers, now aware of their love , take full credit! "It was a ve ry interesting pla y," commented Mary Ann Poole, St. Albert study hall supervisor and SA parent. "For its sophisti cated plot I think it was awfully difficult for amateur actors, but the cast handled their parts well," she said. "I especially enjoyed the two mothers, a nd I think it would be fun to see the musiccal performed with a professio nal cast." THE FANT ASTIKS was the first performance at SA directed by Jacky Adams. "I felt it was fun and successful," she said. "It was a good start for a great year and a grea t program." George Kippley was musical director. Instrumentalists included Kendra Sprain, piano; Ka y Kaiser, ha rp; Ri ch Williams, Trombone; Tim Fields, pe rcussion; and choreography Julie Gubbles. "The cast wasn't quantity but was quality," said Kippley. "They sure were fun to work with ." Deb Rawlings also contributed much of her time a s student director. T echnical crew consisted of Chuck Thorn, lights; Nate Schnitker and Rob Graeve, spot light; JoAnn Whetsto ne , Laurie Coates, Jen Brown, Marsha Heenan and Peggy McGinn, make -up and ushers. McGinn was also house manager. Barbara Osborne Julie Gubbles and Barb Osborne (mothers of the lovers) belt out their rendition of "Plant a Radish." Troy Hemmingsen (E l Ga ll o) thoughtful ly watches the action on stage. _ , Tom Smyth "horns it up" du ring rehearsal of his death scene . "All's well, th at ends well ," or so Mothers, Juli e Gubbles and Borb Osborne think, as th eir offspring Bill Smyth and Milissa Stidham find true love. Director Jacky Adams smil es her approval of Tom Smyth's interpretation o f his role as Mortimer. Clubs n' Classes/ 61 The winter of the 1986-87 school year involved many different drama activities. The difference was the addition of so many new faces involved in the department. To start off Act II of this wonderful world of theater many underclassman were recruited to participate in district small group and individual speech contest held on January 24 and February 28. To advance to the state level competition held on February 7 and January 24, a I rating was required. The only performance that received that rating was a cutting of the fall performance of THE FANT AS Tl KS featuring sophomores Troy Hemmingsen and Peggy McGinn. The duo received a If rating on March 21 . " It was great to be able to go to state as a sophomore," said Hemmingsen. One performance receiving a II rating was 12 POUND LOOK, a play taking place in the l 930's. The ma le lead, Sir Harry, was played by junior Chuck Thorn. His first wife Kate was played by freshman Shelly O'Brien. Sir Harry was a we ll-to-do p ompous male who lost Ka te , because of his egotistism and igno ra nce . Before leaving him, Kate purchased a typewriter for 12 ha rd-earned pounds. Sir Harry then ma rried Mrs. Simms, played by sophomore Peggy McGinn, Fourteen years later Ka te appeared at Harry's door step to work as his typist, and the fun begaR. . hma n Bill Nettles assisted as the "Butler" in Sir Harry's house . "I was flabbergasted to have the opportunity to work with such an endea ring group of people," said lead male Chuck Thorn, "I enjoyed myself immensely." Director Jack ie Adams added, " The learning experience seemed more valuable than the rating. I was really pleased with the involvement." Also receiving a II was WHO AM I THIS TIME? with roles played by senior Bill Smyth, sophomore Troy Hemmingsen, and freshmen Jen Brown, Shelly O'Brien, Jennifer Thompson, And rea Leggio, Paulette Chullino, a nd Kem Kavars. These five freshman also competed in WOMEN'S TALK. Barb Osborne Contest-Take I 62/ Clubs n' Classes Left: Troy Hemmingsen and Peggy McGinn, on to state 'Peggy back-ride' style. Two faces often seen together enjoy a break during play practice. 12 POUND LOOK cast: (top) Tom Smyth, Chuck Thorn, Bill Nettles (middle) Paulette Chullino, Bill Smyth, Kem Kavars, Troy Hemmingsen, Peg McGinn, Shelly O 'Brien, (bottom) A ndrea Leggio, Jen Brown, Jen Knudsen ARSENIC AND OLD LACE To p :M a tt Fenn e r wo nde ring a bo ut Jaime Ba rn es. Bottom:Ma rk Shea a waits his que . The spring play was the classic ARSENIC AND OLD LACE. Writen by Joseph Kesselring, the play was set in Brooklyn, New York during the l 940's. The cast was largely underclassmen with only one senior. The main characters were Abby and Martha Brewster, played by junior Nancy McPartland and sophomore Laurie Coats. They played the parts of two victorian aunts who killed lonely old men to put them out of their misery. Nephews Mortimor, Teddy, and Jonathan, were played by sophomores Troy Hemmingsen, and Matt Fenner, and junior Jeff Howard . Mortimor, a play critic, discovered the aunts "little hobby", and was afraid that he would be next in line . Teddy believed he was Teddy Roosevelt and spent much of his time charging up the stairs believing them to be San Juan Hill. By the end of the story, Teddy's term in office was over and he was taken to Happy Dale Sanitarium. Jonathan, the black sheep of the family, traveled with surgeon, Dr. Einstein, played by freshman Adam Jones. Jonathan killed people for their money, then Dr. Einstein gave him a new face so he wouldn't be recognized. Elaine Harper, played by sophomore Peggy McGinn, is Mortimors fiance ', who, because of Mortimore becomes involved in the scandal.The remaining cast members are Bill Smyth, Mark Shea, Bryan Brabec, Chris Morton, Tom Smyth and Jaime Barnes. The ARSENIC played to a good house for both performances. Lead role McPartland said, "It was a definite challenge," she said, "and I was surprised and pleased at the outcome of the audience ." Junior, Chuck Thorn said, "Having such a young cast ma de it seem more laid back. I had a wonde rful time . Seriously ." Barbara Osborne Right:Na ncy McPartland, Lauri e Coats, a nd Peggy McGinn perfecting a scene in Arsenic and Old Lace . Clubs n' Classes/ 63 64/Division Page All the right moves . .. \"' OM CUE L . ' , l The volleyball team tokes a break during the Tee-Jay tournament. The Saintes finished the regular season with a 14-0 record . As the year progressed, athletes in their respective sports rehearse~ . They practiced under the watchful eyes of their coaches, who acted as directors of their team's performances. The arduous workouts paid off, as St. Albert achieved tremendous success within the athletic program. A lot of the successes can be credited to the fans. Be it the season premier, or the season finale, the fans were always there to cheer on the Falcons and Saintes. It was with the help of this support that they could attain the goals that they had set for themselves. Why were they able to achieve this success? Many of the sportswriters, or "critics" proclaimed that it was the unity of the St. Albert teams. There weren't any superstars to take the leading role, just a supporting cast that worked together - on cue. Chris Slater Freshmen Chris Morton, Tony Alters, and Bryan Brabec discuss their spectacular plays wit h Brough Pickrell a fter the Boystown game. Senior Barb Osborne ponders over her cross-co untry performance at Harlan. Division Page/ 65 ' l Senior Chris Fischer sees an opening up fie ld ond explodes past the pursuing defense of Fr. Fla nagan. SA OPP. 26 Tee Joy 28 51 Flanagan 0 7 Abe Lynx 0 6 Boys town 10 24 Cathedral 7 0 Roncolli 28 45 Holy Nome 14 15 St. Joseph 14 28 Essex 14 Rough start . .. Positive Endi g The varsity gridders got off to a rough start in the '86 season by losing their first game in double overtime to cross-town rival Tee Jay . "The loss to Tee Jay was definitely the toughest loss of the season because we had worked so hard in prepa ration for the game," said senior Don Jabro ."Even though they're a much bigger school than we are, we thought we would come out with the win," he said. They came back tough two weeks later, however, beating Abe Lynx 7-0. Costly mistakes against Tee Jay and Boystown plagued the team and ultimately kept them out of post-season play. "We accomplished quite a lot this season but we came up a couple of games short, said head coach Marshall Schicilone. "We made some mista kes and lost." The Falcons put together some pretty impressive stats for the "86" seaso n. Fo r e x ample, the team scored twice as many points as their opponents, scoring 202 points and giving up 101. Junior qua rterback Aaron Walters only gave up one interception in l l l attempts, and senior La rry Ratigan was not only chosen for the DES MOINES REGISTER'S All-State Eli e first team, but received honorable mention on U.S.A. Toda y's All-American team. Larry led the Falcons with 40 unassisted ta ckles. In keeping the family tra dit ion, younger brother sophomore Brian led the team in rushing with a 6. 1 yards average per carry. The team ended the season with a 6-3 record a fter def eating Essex 28- 14 in the season's last game. According to Schicilone, "Overall it was a positive season a nd ended on a positive note ." Mark Heenan " We accomplished a lot, but we came up a couple of games sho·rt.'' 66/Sports M ars h all Schicolone Jim Howk rides on unidentified Fr. flonogon running bock to the ground while Greg O'Grody trails the ploy. Varsity Falcons front row: Doug Rew, Don Shover, Jim Howk, Chris Fischer, Jerry Lenihan, Mork Lookobill, Rob Groeve, Mott Fenner; second row: Rob Williams, Greg O'Grody, Jason Smith, Brion O'Connor, Brion Moffatt, Scott O'Grody, Doug Struyk, Scott Albertson, Steve Mortin, oss't. coach Dick Wettengel; third row: head coach Marshall Schicilone, Don Disalvo, Tim Fields, Jeff Howard, Aaron Wolter, Don Jobro, Joe Turner, Mott Geier, Dole Scott, Don Ryon; Bock Row: Lorry Ratigan, Mork Petrotis, Brion Ratigan, Jon Johnson, Troy Holmberg, Trent Holmberg, Chris Hanafan, Leland Fox, Brion Rohotsch, oss't. coach Rick Wohl. Junior quarterback Aaron Wolter eludes Thomas Jefferson's Gail Andreson with help from senior Lorry Ratigan. Sophomore Brion Ratigan gets a rare rest on the sideline next to coaches Schicilone i.1•.1~-,aAEl Wol'll-. -----------....... - ... - Varsity Football/ 67 Jr. Varsity Football SA Opp Freshman cheerleaders: Row !-Carrie Persinger, Andrea Leggio, Kem Kavars, Maureen Fischer, Paulette Chull ino, Jenny Kruse. Freshman football players: Row 2-Chris Morton, Bill Pattee, Bryan Brabec, Jeremy Petry, Bill Nettles, Jim Hawk, Brad Marshall, Jerrod Konz, Pat Nieland, Rob Dressel (not pictured). Row 3-Matt White , Charles Simms, James Noe, Bob Martin, Mike Genereux, Wa yne Johnson, Tony Alters, Tim Minor, Randy Phelps. 6 Lewis Central 36 8 Griswold 14 Blair Plattsmouth 12 Boystown cancelled cancelled 0 34 7 17 Abraham Lincoln 6 Roncalli 6 Mo. Valley cancelled JV I Frosh Football Mew Falcons Look Promising With the JV winning only one out of five games, one would wonder if the coach was pleased with t he way things went. First year coach, Dick Wettengel, said that winning wasn't stressed as much as individual improvement. From that standpoint then, he should have been happy. With such a talented corps as sophomore Brian O'Connor at quarterback, Trent Holmburg, sophomore, a t tailback, pacing the offense, and junior Joe Turner's awsome defense, the junior Falcons have a bright future . Midway threw the season, Brian O'Connor went out with a broken wrist. Junior Mark Lookabill came in and led the JV' ers against Ronca Iii, in o ne of their finer games, according to Coach Wettengel. "Corky threw a couple of lon g pa sses t o (Do ug) Rew," he said . "That got us down near the goal, but we just couldn't score." The freshman squad came into the season with a new coach and new ideas. The team compil ed a 4 and 3 record under Loren Litner, with their best win coming at Tri-Center 25 to 13. Why was this their best win? Coach Litner said the offense really came together and they played well. With the help of Al Leber, the "cocoach", the team stressed a power football game . Litner said " Toward the end of the season we sta rted to run at and over the other tea ms." Dennis Christiansen ''Practices were fun, cause all we did was mage. be- • SCrl· Jeremy Petry 68/Sports Sophomore Trent Holmberg boots one post the AL defense. The junior Falcons look to break through the AL defensive line. Junior Doug Rew launches a poss against Abe Lincoln. Sophomore Trent Holmbrrg breaks ahead of the pock. Frosh/ JV Football/ 69 Cooch Kate Witte shows her frustration during a stressful volleyball game. Nancy Smith demonstrates her ex· cellent form as she prepares to re· ceive the ball. Senior Joelle Corboley shows her setting style that earned her state honor:.. Stephanie Keefe, senior, prepares to spike the boll as Melonie Miller covers the hit. Seniors Melanie Miller, Bonnie Ficek, and Nancy Smith take a break dunng thP Tee Jay tournament. 70/Sports 11 • • • Going into the season we anticipated a good year but it went beyond our expectations. 11 Kate Witte Unity Key to Best Season Ever It was a year of breaking traditions and setting new ones for the varsity Saintes. In the opening game the Saintes pulled together to win an intense match over Lewis Central. The match lasted five games, but the unity the Saintes had, combined with the conditioning they had gone through made it possible for the Saintes to come out ahead. "It was the most important game of my volleyball career because we finally beat Lewis Central after losing for three years," said senior Joelle Corbaley. In the next few matches the Saintes had impressive wins over schools including Missouri Valley and Cathedral. Then came the Atlantic tournament when the Saintes fell back to their old ways. However, they did make it out of pool play but then lost to Denison in the semi-finals. They came back to win over Harlan and place third all around. The rest of the season swept by in a flurry of hard-won victories over teams such as Holy Name, Glenwood, St. Joseph, and Underwood. "We worked well as a team and had a lot of fun," said senior Nancy Smith commenting on the season. When the season was finally over, the Saintes left with a 12-0 dual record and memories of their best season ever. " But what will the team be like next year?" was the question many people asked. Of the ten varsity Saintes six were seniors and left the te am. When the six seniors left, they took with them more than their volleyba ll skill and ability, they took their team leadership and unity which was so much a part of the '86 season. Becky Ficek SA Opp. 3 Lewis Central 2 3 Missouri Valley 0 2 Cathedral 0 2 Holy Name 0 2 Duchesne 0 3 Glenwood 0 2 St. Joseph 0 2 Father Flanagan 0 2 Me rcy 1 3 Underwood 2 3 Treynor Row l : Mela nie Miller, Becky Ficek, Bonnie Ficek, Nancy Smith, Susie Eberhard, Coach Kate Witte Row 2: Cindy Corba ley, Jacqui Slater, Joe ll e Corbaley, Stepha nie Keefe, Kris White Varsity Volleyball/71 Kathy Beckman ''The most memorable match of the season was when we played Lewis Central at the AL T ournament, because we played our best ever." Can you Dig it! It was a season of ups and downs for the junior varsity Saintes volleyball team. The Saintes didn't begin the season as they hoped, being defeated in a three-game match against Lewis Central. However, the Saintes couldn't be kept down, and came back the following week to win against Missouri Valley. The rest of the-season followed the same pattern; one game an intense victory, the next a heart-breaking defeat. "If we play with more t eam unity and especially more team spirit, next year we can look forward to an even better season," said Karla Miller. At the end of the season, the JV Saintes really showed their style at the Abraham Lincoln junior varsity tournament. SA started out slow, losing two games to Griswold, but then came back to win the next four games, putting them into the semi-finals. In the Volleyball SA OPP l Lewis Central 2 2 Missouri Valley l 0 Thomas Jefferson 3 l Cathedral 2 l Holy Name 2 2 Ducshesne l 0 Glenwood 2 2 St. Joseph l 0 Mercy 2 semi-finals, the Saintes played the ir best games ever to win a two- game upset over Lewis Central. This paired the Saintes against Griswold in a battle for the championship . Although they were unaiJTe to defeat Griswold the Saintes ended up second in the tournament. " Playing Lewis Central a t the A.L. tournament was the best match of the season because we passed, set, and spiked very well," said sophomore Susie Eberhard. The freshman Saintes hod on impressive season ending with a record of 10-6. "Our team had a good season. I learned new things and had tons of fun," said freshman Meggan Ryan. Both teams gained a lo of experience and are looking forward to playing in 1987. Becky Ficek 0 Underwood 2 Treynor 2 l Row 1-Cin dy Co rba ley, Susie Eberhard, Karla Miller; Row 2- Joann Whetstone, Annette Hunter, Darcy Edelbrock; Row 3- Coach Beckma n, Jacqui Slater, Becky Ficek. 72/Sports Karla Miller sets up the ball for a kill. Shari Hughes waits for the bump by Michelle Auen. Becky Ficek and Annette Hunter block a spike attempt. (far left) Jacqui Slater expertly puts the ball down on the other side. Frosh: Row 1-Jenyi Knudsen, Jenny Rawlings, Michelle Auen, Amy Murray, Megan Ryon; Row 2-Erin Taylor, Shari Hughes, Sheila Bernemonn, Jen Brown, Cooch Don Molloy. Frosh record: 10-6 JV / Freshman Volleyball 73 "Cross Country was fun this year because, with a coach like Mr. Shorey who shows he cares, and a team that wa nts to work hard, you're going to have success." Je on Sillik Super Runners Advance To State! This year's cross country teams were the best in the history of cross country on the hill. The boy's and girl's teams both went on the road to Ames to compete at the state meet on November 1 . The only other times both teams went to state were 1981 and 1983. Overall the girls won every meet except one, including winning the conference championship. They finished second at districts and fourth at the state meet. The boys finished the season placing in the top five in every meet including a fifth place finsh at the con-. ference meet. They took a fifth place at districts and 11th place at state. This year's girls team was led by Jean Sillik who won every meet except one-a loss to the Nebraska State Champ, Dodi Kocsis. Included in her winning streak was twice beating the two -time Iowa 1 A state Cross Country Girls Boys 2nd Glenwood 3rd l st Abe Lynx 3rd l st Red Oak 4th l st Lewis Central 4th l st C. Kuemper 3rd l st Harlan 5th l st Boys town 4th l st Atlantic 2nd champ. She placed first at districts and fifth at state . Barb Osborne also had an excellent season, finishing in rhe top six in every meet. She paced eighth at districts and 18th at state. The other girls cross country members were Thersa Fischer, Shelly O'Brien, Sherry Slobodnik and Carrie Miller. The Falc ons we re led by Pat Thompson and Tim Shea . THompson fisnished sixth at districts and 25th at state. Shea finshed eighth at districts and 56th a t state . Other members of the cross country team were Ken Fox, Mike Masker,Christian Jones and Wayne Keefer. The junior varsity members we re John VanScoy, Mark Brisso, Tony Kruse , Adam Jones a nd Mork Shea, who all showed promise for the future . Matt Buchanan l st N.C.C. 1st Mo. Valley 2nd Distri ct 4th State I 2nd 5th 2nd 11 th Row one: Adam Jones, Greg McDo nald, Mike Maske r, Mark Shea, Tony Kruse Row two: Andrea Le ggio (manager), Shell ey O'Brien, Ca rrie Miller, Theresa Fischer, Sherry Slo - bodnik Jean Sill ik Barb Osbo rne , John Shorey lcoach) Third row: P~t Thomps~n , Tim Shea, M ark Bnsso, Ken Fox, John VanScoy, Wayne Keefer, Christion Jones 7 4/Cross Country Wayne Keefer and Mike Masker start their climb up the hill with determination. Corrie Miller competes for a first-place finish in the JV meet at Missouri Volley. Christion Jones shows the struggle ot a two-mile run. Jeon Sillik and Barb Osborne lead the pock at the Abraham Lincoln Invitational. Cross Country / 75 Row 1: Kevin McGinn, John O'Connor, Jett Gross, Mark Heenan, Jim Howk, Don Poole, Aaro n Wolter. Row 2: Head Cooch Mike Kovors, Ken Fox, Lorry Ratigan, Chris Hanafan, Brion Ratigan, Ron Ma rshall, Trent Holmberg, Asst. Cooch Dick Wett engel. SA OPP 69 Red Oak 64 85 Glenwood 47 66 Lewis Central 48 63 Kuemper 40 46 Abe Lynx 50 57 Atlantic 69 67 Treynor 42 56 Tri Center 60 66 Mo. Volley 77 64 Tee Joy 49 Conference Record 7-0 State Thoughts Shattered as Emphasis on Fun Rated as high as fourth in state by the DES MOINES REGISTER'S weekly poll, the boys basketball team had ten seniors leading the way for a successful campaign, finishing 16-4. Coach Mike Kavars instigated a new mental exercise for the team to improve concentration and confidence in team unity. The idea was called " thought of the day." During practices Kavars or Dick Wettengel grilled a player on what the thought was. If he didn't know, the team ran. Because of the Falcons' up and down season, it was difficult to det ermine whether or not the thoughts helped . But, the 'ups' included a 16-4 finish . Big wins during the Nebraska Centennial Conference Championship were over St. Joseph, Fremont Be rgan, and Columbus Scotus fo r the crown. Thoughts were not on the conference tournament the night of Februa ry 8, however, as the Falcons lost to Atlantic without senior Larry Ratigan . It was the start of a long three weeks as the team also lost seniors Jeff Gross and Jim Hawk because of school enforced probations. Those games included Atlantic, Missouri Va ll ey, and Tri Center. When districts started, however, all 12 players were eligible . Ratigan scored 17 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, leading the Falcons to a 68- 54 win over Cla ri nda. The road to state was a brief one, tho ugh, as Atlantic again defe ated SA. "The team un ity re ally helped-we played harder and better because of it. 11 John O'Connor 76/ Sports • Seniors lorry Ratigan and John O'Connor practice fundamental excellence against Red Oak as they box out with authority. Cooch Mike Kovors instructs the team on the importance of fitness and wardrobe . Senior Ron Marshall displays his intensit~ and mobility on the opening jump boll of the season. Senior Mork Heenan goes solo down the hardwood and looks tor on opponent to dunk over. Boys Varsity Basketball / 77 Jr. Varsity Basketball SA Opponent 65 Mo. Valley 32 76 Red Oak 39 73 Glenwood 30 Junior Varsity basketball players: Row 1-Cha d Kavars, John Miller, Rich Williams, Tony Kruse, Bria n O'Conner, Greg McDonald, Doug Rew. Row 2- Chris Hanafan, Matt Witzke, Trent Holmberg, Jason Sprinkle, Na te Schnitker, Aaron Walter, Coach Dick Wettengel 79 St. Joe 28 76 Lewis Central 99 Holy Name 78 Cathedral 55 30 46 RT n·I~ .... · 1 "" - - y ... 71 Kuemper 43 79 A.L. 53 82 Scotus 58 62 Atlantic 39 64 Treynor 32 78 Boystown 46 76 Plattsmouth 48 76 Tri-Center 50 89 Mo. Valley 44 68 Tee Jay 37 JV and Frosh teams crowned CITY CHAMPS The 1986-87 J. V. basketball team posted an impressive record of I 7- 0. Over the past three years JV teams have compiled a 47-2 record. This year sophomore Trent Holmberg fed the team with an average of I I .6 points per game and 5.8 rebounds per game. The highlight for the season for coach Dick W ettenel was not only the 17-0 record but the way they did it. "The closest anybody got to us was 21 points. We dominated teams." Said Coach Wettengel. "In all 17 games everybody played," he continued. "That will prove to be good experience in later years." The freshmen A te am pulled off a I 2-4 record while the B team came in with a record of 4-5. The freshmen coach, Ken Mehsling said that the kids were fu n to work with, but he added that they got frustrate d easily, especially when they lost. "Their skill level and togetherness made them a good team," said Mehsling " they played together for a long time, thats why they played that well together." The frosh sent all of the city teams home losers. Twice . This incredible feat was a first for any St. Albert team. Dennis Christiansen "We had a well balanced scoring attack. 11 Trent Holmberg 78/ Sports Freshmen Jeremy Petry soars post two Gross players, for two points. Juniors Aaron Wolter, Chris Hanafan and Sophomore Trent Holmerg apply tough defense against Lewis Central. Junior Aaron Wolter breaks the Titan's defense . Junior Chris Honofon muscles his way towards the basket. Frosh-JV B-Ball/79 Alicia McCoy takes it strong to the basket against Ralston. Maureen Wickham puts up a shot during the Saintes' last home game . BERl Donna Roane scores two off of a base line jumper. Bonnie Ficek skies for a 1ump boll on the Sointe's way to a victory. 80/Sports Top row: Coach Scott Belt, Shari Hughes, Shelley Nelson, Karla Miller, Carrie Miller, Julie Holder, Susan Gray, Jenny Rawlings, Head coach Dan Malloy Bottom Row: Alicia McCoy, Donna Roane , Maureen Wickham, Coach Kathy Beckman, Kris White, Stephanie Keefe, Cindy Petratis Floor: Connie Ravlin, Bonnie Ficek. SA 59 A.L. Opp 54 41 Tee Jay 43 46 Omaha North 35 6 l Duschene 21 44 Omaha Benson 69 47 Ralston 39 38 Roncalli 46 50 Bellevue West 36 32 Mercy 36 39 St. Joseph 62 34 Holy Name 50 27 Sioux City East 76 37 Holy Name 42 Conference Record 3-2 Injuries Foil Goals The 1986-87 Saintes a well-rounded team made up of six senior members with previous varsity playing time, which helped them with their play this year. Coach Dan Malloy said, "With one year of five-on-five behind them, it has helped the girls feel more comfortable on the court." The Saintes started their season off on the right foot with a big win over Abraham Lincoln, but they suffered a big disappointment with a loss against Thomas Jefferson in overtime a few days later. The Saintes did not have height, but they had a real sense of leadership coupled with aggressive play and quick movement, making up for their lack of size. The players suffered many injuries throughout the season. Stephanie Keefe and Alicia McCoy were both out for eight games because of a broken arm and a hurt shoulder, respectively. Maureen Wickham later went out for ten games with a broken finger. To have fun was one of the main goals for the Sair:ites' team, and they accomplished that. Other goals for the team were to win over half their games, which they came close to doing-finishing with an 8-l 0 record, shoot 60 % of their free throws and to work as a team. They came close to shooting 60% of their free thr~ws with 41 % , and team work was obvious. The Saintes may have had some rough times throughout the year, but they made it and had a lot of fun too! Joelle Corbaley Stephanie Keefe "It was a hard season. I wish we would have had more success, but at least we had fun in first position. 11 Varsity Girl s ' Basketball/ 81 Top Right: Theresa Fischer looks for a teamate as she draws the double team. Bottom Right: Julie Holder denies the pass. Bottom Left: Karla Miller looks for a open teammate. Top Left: The Saintes look to penetrate against the Lady Lynx 82/Sports ' l Freshman girls basketball team top row: Laura Turner, Shari Hughes, Sharon Petratis. Second row: Coach Scott Belt, Michelle Auen, Megan Ryan, Jen Brown. Bottom row: Carrie Miller and Jenny Rawlings. JV Girls Basketball 38 Thomas Jefferson 33 25 Abrham Lincoln 36 44 Holy Name 39 46 North 22 36 Benson 39 35 Ralston 21 26 Boys town 8 61 Ronca Iii 21 28 Bellvue West 35 36 Mercy 34 36 St.Joseph 40 23 Plattsmouth 54 36 Sioux City East 43 59 Holy Name 24 The Saintes Strive for Perfection Last year's junior varity girls basketball team was a very young one due to the small number of girls going out. Many freshman had double duty, playing both ninth grade and junior varity games. This should be very valuable experience in future years. The junior varisity had good year posting a 7-6 record. The Saintes started strong winning six of eight games. The Saintes' biggest victory of the year came at the hands of Roncalli 61-21. The girls pulled out a 36-34 thriller againest Mercy but then hit a threegame losing skid . The Saintes broke the losing streak by defeating Holy Name 59-25 in the season finale . Coach Beckmen summed up the season by saying it was a learning experience for the girls and a team effort. The freshmen girls also fulfilled their duties on the 9th grade team by going an impressive 6-2. The freshmen Saintes were coached by Scott Belt who also helped the junior varsity. The saintes six wins were all by 14 at least points. The largest margin of victory was againest Abraham Lincoln in the season opener by 24. Both squads had promising seasons and many good things should be expected in the future. As coach Beckman said, "The talented freshmen will be an asset in the future." ''The highlight of the season was when we scored 61 points againest Roncalli." Karla Miller Freshmen-JV girls basketball/ 83 "It was a rough year, but the team showed a great attitude improvement.'' Loren Litner Young team shows promise for . .. Future Wrestling The 1986-87 St. Albert wrestling team had an up and down season ending with an 0-8 record, but it also had St. Albert's first state qualifier in two seasons, and some young wrestlers who showed great promise . "The wrestler who showed the most improvement wo!.J,ld pwbably have to be Troy Holmberg," said new head coach Loren Litner, "but then again that is hard to say because everybody on the team showed great improvement." The three seniors on the team were Ron Mueller (126), Matt Geier (167), and most valuable wrestler Troy Holmberg (super-heavyweight). Holmberg qualified for state competition last season, placing second at districts. Promising juniors are Hank Straka and Steve Martin (1985-86 Most Valuable Wrestler). The grapplers had hard times last season, but against Tri-Center, the Fa lcons battled a hard-fought match, losing 29-33. And in a match against the Cowboys from Boystown, the Falcons showed their most valiant effort of the season as they bowed 26-46 against a team which sent three wrestle rs to the Nebraska State Tournament. Returning for the 1987-88 season are freshmen Bob Martin and Chuck Simms; sophomore Steve Oberdein; and junior Hank Straka , Ricky Cox, Rob Graeve and Steve Martin. Coach Litner said, "It was a rough year, but the team showed great attitude improvement." "Watch out for next year!" he warned. Chuck Thorn Varsity Wrestling SA OPP. 0 Glenwood 68 5 Lewis Central 54 9 Lo M a 51 29 Tri-Center 33 12 Woodbine 47 9 West Harrison 53 26 Boystown 46 6 M issouri Valley 58 84/ Sports Junior Hank Straka demonstrates good form as he pins his opponent. Junior Steve Martin, in a classic wres· tling pose, is ready to meet his challenge. Coach Litner voices his reaction to a questionable call by the referee. Seniors Troy Holmberg, Mott Geier, and sophomore Rod Feekin look on with concern as a teammate is in trouble on the mat. Freshman Chuck Simms finds himself in a difficult position to wrestle from. Sophomore Steve Oberdein prepares to start off the dual meet in a 98-pound match. Wrestling/ 85 Back row: K. Mehsling, S. Jones, G. O'Grady, B. Pattee, L. Ratigan, J. Smith , T. Holmberg, T. Alfers, B. Ratigan, D. Nielsen, T. Dolnicek, T. Shea, W. Keefer, M. Brisso, D. Rew, G. McDonald, J. Johnson, C. Jones Front row: M . Shea , T. Klein, J. Petry, C. Fischer, T. Holmberg, M. Masker, K. Fox, M. Brisso, P. Thompson Young team looks ahead as . .. Seniors End Strong A team that had a freshman and a sophomore runnin g'Of state is a team that has much promise for the future. That is the type of team Ken Mehsling coached in 1987. Freshmen Jeremy Petry and Trent Holmberg ran the 4x l 00 relay in the state meet. Holmberg also ran the open 200m dash. Petry and Holmberg were two of the 20 underclassmen out for the team this year. For the upperclassmen, Ken Fox had a state high jump title to defend and though he didn't repeat as champion, he di d well throughout the year. Fox placed fourth at state, where he jumpe d 6-6, but because of two misses, finished fourth behind other competitors who jumped the same . He also placed third at Drake Relays, fo urt h at UNI Indoor Meet, and broke his own school record . The qualifiers for state were Fox (high jump), Tim She a , Jo nathon Johnson, Pat Thompson, and Dana Nielsen (4x800 meter relay). Holmberg, Petry, Mike Masker, and Chris Fischer (4x l 00 meter relay). Holmberg also ran the 200m dash . The two mile rel ay team ran their best time of the year, but the competition was too quick to place. fl .. 1.-._r great performances were the first-place finish a t Clarinda J third-place at the distric meet. Next year Mehsling will lose five 1 aluable seniors. But the underclassmen should come shining through ; they gain more experience and the St. Albert boys track team can k forwa rd to many successful seasons ahead . Dan Simon 86/Sports ''They' re a great group of young thoroughbreds and there should be some very strong teams in the future.'' Ken Fox - ------- Dono Nielsen runs strong at the state meet in Des Moines. Chris Fischer worms up before the race begins. Jon Johnson keeps the pace as he finishes his leg of the two mile relay. Ken Fox easily clears the bar. Fox broke his own record of 6-6. -----1 Boys Track/ 87 Julie Holder sprints over the hurdles ahead of her competition. Jean Sillik crosses the line first in the 3000m. run. Cindy Petrotis shows strong determination during the mile relay . • Jeon Sillik, Barb Osborne, and coaches John Shorey and Kate Witte, toke o break to pose over a fitting sign. 88/Sports First Row: Sherry Slobodnik, Carrie Miller, Nancy Smith, Jenny Rawlings, Jeon Sillik. Second Row: Cooch Kate Witte, Barb Osborne, Shelly O'brien, Julie Holder, Karla Miller, Andrea Leggio, Cooch John Shorey. Third Row: Theresa Fischer, Becky Ficek, Cindy Petrotis, Bonnie Ficek, Connie Rovlin . Girls Track U.N.O. Indoor 1st C.B. Relays 1st Cardinolette Relays 1st Romette Relays l st Titonette Relays 3rd Woodbine Relays 1st Pontherette Relays 3rd Disterict Meet l st Fillies Relays l st State Meet 14th Saintes Overcome Injuries • • • To Achieve Success This year's Saintes track team was no different than one's in the past. Placing first in seven out of ten meets, the team sent nine events to state. So what was so special about this year? They acomplished all of this with a total of 14 athletes most of whom suffered injuries part 1 of the season. "What we did, with the number of people we had that were injured, was very satisfying," said coach John Shorey. Among the injured were Carrie Miller, Connie Ravilin and Jean Sillik. Both Jean and Carrie came back from their injuries to set school recordsJean in the 3000-meter run and Carrie in the 100-meter hurdles. Other record setters were Bonnie Ficek, discus, and Carrie Miller, Cindy Petratis, Jenny Holder, and Theresa Fischer in the shuttle hurdle relay. Coach Shorey said this year's team pulled together as well as any, and that everybody contributed. What makes these teams so good? Shorey thinks it's the tradition set by Coaches McMahaon and Skahill. "The girls want to be as good as those in the past, so they work harder," said Shorey. "They have a IQt of talent." But,even with the loss of Osborne, Ficek and Smith, next year's Saintes look to have another strong year. Dennis Christiansen ''Coach Shorey helped me improve my times from Jr. High a lot• II Shelly Obrien Girls Track/ 89 Girls varsity team: Jody Schmitz, Shelly Nelson,Susi Eberhard, Coach Sterling West, Jen Brown, and Megan Ryan. Not Pictured: Andrea Genereux and Michelle Auen Bright Future for. • • Young Team The girls varsity tennis team fought through a year of rebuilding and learning last year. With only one senior on the team, the Saintes knew they had a long struggle ahead. They began the season without a coach before boys coach Sterling West stepped in . He had the task of rebuilding a team that lost six seniors the year before . He had to cope with questions such as, "What is this Love-15 stuff ?" Very few of the girls had played varsity before and some were new to the game, but they a ll gained valuable varsity experience. The lone senior on the team Andrea Genereux said, "Despit ~ the tough season, we had a lot of fun. I had a good time working on my tan!" With last year behind them, they can afford to look a he a d. They will be able to apply the experience they gained and build a successful season. The Saintes will be looking toward Susi Eberhard and Jen Brown for tough play at the top spots, and consistent play from veteran Jod y Schmitz. Chris Slater "Despite the tough season, we had a lot of fun. I had a good time working on my tan!" Andrea Genereux 90/Sports Susi Eberhard prepares to fire up one of her blistering serves. Michelle Auen watches as her doubles partner Megan Ryan reacts to a mid-court volley. Andrea Genereux slides in from the baseline while attempting a forehand. Jen Brown knocks one over in a match against Glenwood. _____ , Girls T ennis/ 91 Boys Tennis The '87 boy's tennis team: Mike Jomes, Rich Williams, Mork Root, Adam Jones, Don Jobro, Chris Sloter, Do ve Koehler, John O'Connor, Cooch Sterling West. 6-4 SA OPP 1 A.L. 8 7 Red Oak 2 6 Tee Joy 3 9 Glenwood 0 1 Denison 8 5 Atlantic 4 4 Shenandoah 5 4 A.L. 5 5 L.C. 4 5 Tee Joy 4 Another great season. • • Look Toward Future Fo~· boys tennis coach Sterling West, the thought of last season coming to an end was one of mixed feelings. Happy because, again, his team marked another great season posting a 6-4 record, sending people to state . Sad because at the end of the school year he was losing seniors Don Jabro, Chris Slater, Dave Koehler, Mark Petratis and John O'Conner. The team overall finished second in District. They went on to sub-state, beating Shenandoah 6- 3 but lost 6-0 to Atlantic. Coach West said it was a very satisfying season, also noting that he was proud of Koehler and Petratis on their accomplishments of going all the way to finish second in State doubles, missing the top mark by a tough loss to Sioux Falls in the finals. The team didn't have to compensate for many lost players from last year, Tom Eberhard was the only big loss. But with all five seniors leaving this year, the question is what to do next year. West said he has his eyes on Corey Schmida to come up and fill a spot, but that still leaves some spots open. Time will tell whether or not the team can recoup and build a strong team, but that wasn't worrying Coach West. He said, " Next year being as how we have a young team, emphasis is going to be on learning how to play, not really mattering about winning or losing." Jeff Howard ''This year we had a very satisfying season.'' Sterli ng West 92/Sports Chris Sloter awaits the return from the opponent on John O'Connor's serve. John O'Connor shows good form in return· ing the boll at the Tee-Joy match. Don Jobro lets one of his power serves go . Dove Koehler watches Mork Petrotis show his agility in returning the boll. Boys T ennis/ 93 Junior John Miller takes his time to putt during a match. Junior Doug Struyk shows an awesome drive while decked out in his favorite pair o bloomers. Senior Dan Simon concentrates while teeing off. Watch out as Senior Matt Johnson gives it his best shot. 1----i 94/Sports Golfers Up To Par Youth and experience rarely go together, but the SA boys' golf team was the exception to the rule . Two seniors, Matt Johnson and Dan Simon did their usual outstanding job on the turf, but returning juniors were cause for excitement for the upcoming year. Sean Davis, John Miller and Bert Flack award winner Doug Struyk showed imp ressive and improving style at every match. Their dual record was 9-1, they won the L.C. tournament, missed the city title by one shot, and won conference at Columbus Scotus. On top of this, Struyk was runner-up medalist in sectionals with a winning score of 76. Tired of the same routine, Struyk took a week off a nd fl ew down to Orlando, Florida for a few rounds of golf at an annual golf camp . "About half the time we spent hitting balls at the range, a nd the other half we talked about game theory, and diff e rent shots, " said Struyk. "I had a great time, and I've already sta rted to ma ke plans a n going back ne xt year." Not making it to state was a big disappointment to the team, but they looked forward to all but two members returning. Scott Belt, golf coach said, "The saddest pa rt of the yea r was not ma king it to state . They just picked a bad day to play bad ." "They peaked early, and we had a good year, but we should be even better next year," added Belt. Jacqui Slater "It was disappointing that we didn't make it to state, but it was a great year, and we had a lot of fun." Sean Davis Boys Golf / 95 Fun on the Fairways Under the guidance of Coach Mike Kavars and the senior leadership of Melanie Miller, the girls' golf team lived the saying "we had a lot of fun ." At sectionals in Atlantic, junior Ronni Martin shot a 92 to lead the team. Miller, tallied a 114, Kathy Alfers 125, Amy Murray I 26, and Stacy Oberdin I 35. The team finished eighth overall. Martin won the individual crown at the City Tournament, as the other "Fob Four" helped to a third place position. Other tourney finishes included the AL Westwood Classic (third), the Tee Jay Invite (seventh). The final dual record of 5-2 reflected the strength in one-on-one competition. In the Harlan dual, the Saintes beat the Cyclonettes by 12 strokes. After the match Kavars bought the t eam sundaes, cones, and other goodies from the local dairy shoppe . Miller, who has be en a huge plus for the team is the only senior. Ronni Martin should improve on her tourney finishes, "The Neola Connection" of Alfers and Oberdin will work their way up the ladder of golf fame, and the freshmen, Amy Murray, Maureen Fisher, Kem Kavars, and Jenyi Knudsen provide hope for the future. Although this wa s a very "green" gr oup of g a ls, they played with intensity a nd a positive attitude . The goal was met. Dan Simon and Ja cqui Slater "We had a lot of fun people on the golf team, and we all had a great time." Kathy Alfers 96/Sports Junior Ronni Mortin tops the boll and sends it on it's way. Junior Kathy Alfers tokes her time to line up her putter. Junior Stoey Oberdin prepares to drive her boll down the foreway . Senior M elonie Miller concentrates on making a perfect putt. Girls Golf / 97 Jason Klement "I was really pleased we had the opportunity to play soccer because it was a sport I have done all of my life.'' Soccer-a habit you can't Kick Although it was the first year for boys soccer at SA, 1986-87 was a good year. The boys went undefeated making it to the finals before they were beaten 3-2. The girls had the advantage of beginning this season with one year experience under their belt, ending with a record of 4-7-1 . Ralston beat them in the first round of playoffs. Both soccer teams took honors, however, as they won the L. C. Challenge Cup Soccer Tournament and walked away with the first of many trophies to come. All of this glory was not met with enthusiasm, however. Soccer was the "new kid on the block," and there were those whose opinions were not positive. Some coaches thought socc'er would take participants from their sport, and weaken 98/Sports support. And there was skepticism as to whether it would become a school sport next year. Even though .... soccer was not a sanctioned school sport, the spirits of the players were not dampened . Sophomore Monica Wood said, "This was first year for me to play soccer, and I thought we did a great job for not having the support of the school. Plus t he c oa ch e s we re great!" Although support is slow in coming from school officials, there was always a crowd of parents cheering the Saintes and Falcons. To players a nd loya l fa ns, soccer is a valid addition to high school athletics. And judging from na tional enthusiasm, the ve rdict is in . . . Soccer is here to stay. Dawn Rickard Girls SA Opponent I Ralston 7 4 North West 0 2 Milliard South 6 2 Bryant 2 0 Holy Name 8 1 Central 3 3 Saint Joe 1 9 North 0 2 Duschene 5 6 Tee Jay 1 0 A.L 5 8 LC 0 I Lincoln 2 Cindy Persinger dribbles the ball down the field as Dawn Rickard looks on. Bob Martin heads the ball up the field. SA Opponent 3 Ralston I 10 North West 2 2 Gross 1 5 Central 2 5 Roncalli 1 2 Mt. Mich 2 3 Prep C 2 3 A.L 1 11 LC 3 Falcons, Row J: Brian Brabec, Jason Klement. Row 2: Pat O'Neill, Bob Martin Sean Davis, Steve Martin, Rich Green, Doug Schlautmon, Dan Hunter, Jeff Haw'. ard, Coaches Larry Morris and Rich Klement, Jett Gross, Rich Williams, Steve Parker, Chris Morton, Nate Schnitker, Bill Nettles, Chris Hughes, Coach Mike Schnitker, Pat Neiland, Coaches Morton and Nettles. Saintes, Row 1: Tricia Rangel, Ann Leber, Dawn Rickard, Julie Gubbels. Row 2: Coach Larry Morris, Kathy Lancia!, Karen Birusingh, Annette Hunter, Marsha Heenan, Brenda Buckley, Jody Schmitz, Cindy Persinger, Sheila McGinn, Shari Hughes, Cheryl Carlson, Monica Wood, Coach Rich Klement. Soccer/99 Chuck Thorn "With all the work my fellow teammates and I put into the field, we are looking forward to a victorious season." A Clean Sweep for . .. Upcoming Season Important factors in baseball are not only home runs, outs and batting averages. One major factor in a good baseball game is the upkeep of the field. Unlike other high schools in the Council Bluffs area, St.Albert must take care of its own field . To start out the l 987 baseball season, the team members spent valuable time cleaning and preparing the field for pre-season activities. One of the activities at the Falcon Field was a three-day baseball camp sponsored by Iowa Western Community College. The first day was held at the Iowa Western baseball field, where the participants learned the fundamentals of throwing and stretching. The second day was held in the St. Albert Gymnasium, practicing pitching To p row: Cooc h Ke n Schrieber, Mark Heenon, Bria n O ' Con n or, T im Fields, Chuck Thorn , Matt Johnson, Chris Hanafa n Bria n Ratiga n , Coac h Mark Mu rr ay . Bo t to m row: Andy Berner, Aaron Walter, Jim Hawk, Chris Fischer, Steve Martin , Chris You ng, Mark Lookabill , Rob Graeve. JOO/Sports and catching. The 3rd day was held at Falcon Field . Everyone participated in a mocktryout to gain an understanding of the basics of a professional b as eball tryout. Coach Ken Schrieber and the varsity players also held a ba seba ll clinic for the younger baseba ll gene ra tio n t eaching fundamentals such as hitting, pitching and catching . They raised over $500 fo r new equipment and road trips. Hopefully, the ca mps and the work they did on the field will benefit not only the team, but the fans as well. The Falcons hope to conclude with a birth at the state tournament. Cindy Persinger As Mark Heenan fails to bundt the ball, Jim Hawk intercepts. Steve Martin concentrates on throwing a perfect pitch. First baseman, junior Chris Hanafan follows through after a throw during practice. Seniors Mork Heenan, Jim Hawk and Tim Fields repair the bullpen during an afternoon workday. Top row: Coach Mark Murray, Tim Minor, Chad Kavars, Chuck Simms, Nate Schnitker, Matt White, Bill Nettles, Donovan Reid, Tony Alfers, Bryan Brabec, Dale Scott. Bottom row: Dave Hawk, Jason Klement, Jeremy Petry, Steve Oberdin, Brad Marshall, Bob Martin. Baseball/ l 0 l Maureen Wickham ''I think we had a lot of fun this year, except we had a lot of lookers and no helpers." Saintes Softball. • • A Big Hit! The Saintes softball season opened with the Dowling Tournament on Saturday, May 24, against Mason City, Neuman, winning with a score of 2-1 . In the second game the Saintes went against Storm Lake, St. Mary's losing 7-6. Although the Saintes did not return to the second day of the tournament it was a good start to the season. Three senior players returned for the 1987 season: Maureen Wickham, pitcher; Donna Roane, catcher; and Kris White, second basemen. Joining this talented trio, was junior Ronni Martin, shortstop. The remaining positions on the team were held by several promising freshmen and sophomore athletes. The 1987 Saintes softball season was enhanced by the skillful and consistent pitching of Wickham. She devoted numerous hours of practice time the past winter and spring to perfect her pitching skills. At the other end of the mound Maureen was joined by fourth-year veteran Donna Roane . Starting as shortstop, she switched to become catcher for the Saintes, demonstrating her versatility. The third member to the senior trio was Kris White . Kris playe d se cond base effectively throughout her softball career and in 1987 she also moved to help in the outfield. The seniors had great enthusia m for the game and with the othe r players rallying around, it was a grea t a nd exciting season for the Saintes. Becky Ficek and Alicia McCoy Top row: Coach Da n Malloy, Donna Roane, Susi Ebe rhard, Ronni Ma rtin , JoAnn Whetstone ll , Karen Birusingh, Monica Wood, Shari Hughes, Coach Pa t Krowl. Bottom row: Jen Brown, The resa Fischer, Kris White, Maureen Wickham, Shell y Nelson, Karla Mille r, Laurie Coats. l 02/Sports I. I T earn members crowd around Cooch Malloy during a break at the Dowling Tournament. Junior Ronni Martin scoops up a ground ball while showing off her hair accessory. Sophomore JoAnn Whetstone makes o running catch during a practice. Practicing to perfect her skills, senior Donna Roane catches a ball. Senior Kris White makes a catch while teammate Maureen Wickham bocks her up. Girls Softball/ l 03 ~' The girls' jv/ varsity cheerleaders show their enthusiasm by performing a cheer during warm-ups. Junior cheerleader Gino Tolliver and Mary McClellan, a sophomore, create special messages for Valentine's Day flowers. ''llll 1'1()1 Basketball cheerleaders perfectly execute the fight song during a pep rally . Seniors Melissa Stidham and Maureen Daly ploy cupid while making out Volentine mes· sages which were sold as o fundraiser. 104/Cheerleading Freshmen cheerleaders Kem Kavars, Maureen Fischer, Jenny Kruse and Carrie Persinger get the fans fired up for a football game. Cheerleaders proclaim . .. We've Got The Spirit! A selection method by season that began last year, was still in effect this year for cheerleaders. That , change enabled participants in fall sports to try out for winter and spring cheerleading and vice versa. The new plan also resulted in a larger number of cheering enthusiasts in the program. Again this year, the change was met with opposition . Some believed that such a short participation time affected the interest level. The majority, however, said that it worked out well and they would like the selection process to continue . Last summer varsity football cheerleaders, led by captain Penny Ramirez and co-captain Stephanie Keefe attended the Iowa State Cheerleading Camp in Ames, Iowa . Participating were seniors Bonnie Ficek, Melanie Miller, Andrea Genereux, Joelle Corbaley, Kari Larsen, and Melissa Stidham; and juniors Connie Ravlin, Maureen O'Gara, Gina T olliver, and Dawn Rickard. This was a new experience for many but, as the girls gained experience, they also gained many new ideas to take back to St. Albert. The varsity football squad of twelve members dwindled to seven fo r both boys and girls varsity basketball. Maureen Daly, a senior thought that the reason for the drop-off was sports. "People went out fo r sports and their friends lost interest because it wouldn't be as fun without them, she said . "Whatever the reason, we could hove used more people in order to do bigger mounts and to be heard more easily during games." The cheerleaders' hard work and practice paid off in many ways, however. They showed spirit by hanging up numerous signs on players' lockers and brightened the halls with signs cheering on the whole team. Their spirit didn't go unnoticed or unappreciated . It promoted an atmosphere of school support and unity. Theresa Burkey ''I think having two tryouts are a good idea, but once you make it, you shouldn't have to try out again." Melissa Stidham Cheerleading/ 105 Pom Ponners doin' it right . .. Struttin' Their Stuff! There are several things to keep in mind when thinking about trying out for porn pon, such as long practices during the summer to get ready for the Iowa State camp that comes at the end of the summer, and later, getting up for practices bright and early before the school day begins. But does all of this hard work really pay off? Junior Amy Tobias said, "Its hard getting up, but it's worth it, going to camp and knowing that you are going to be good." While at camp the squad received the spirit stick, and superior performance ribbons for their efforts. Junior Beth Quigley was chosen as a celebrity nominee, which allowed her to tour Ireland and London along with other celebrity nominees from all over the United States. Beth said "When we were all waiting to see who the nominees would be, I never imagined that it would be me . The trip was a lot of fun and I met tons of people ." The squad also performed on television for a telethon . Sophomore Shiela Behrendsen said "I loved it . . . it was great! But it was also very nerve racking." l 06/Pom Pon Girls The squad performed with great enthusiasm, using vibrant routines, and high stepping kicks in perfect syncronization. They performed at every home varsity football game and both varsity boys and girls basketball games. Captain Jenny Holder said "I think that the girls on the squad have done really well this year. We have done a lot of routines and I have been very happy with most of them. We have gotten along really well and it kept the routines looking good," she added . Members of the 1986-87 Porn Pon squad, in addition to Jenny, were cocaptain Sally Eberhard, and other seniors Theresa Burkey and Deb Rawlings. Juniors on the squad were Amy Tobi as, Jill Pender, Jacqui Slater, Beth Quigley, Lynn Quinze, Cindy Persinger, Kathy Alfers, Tina De - Chant and Becky Ficek . Shiela Behrendsen, Gina Gronstal, and Dawn Hite were sophomore membe rs. The porn pon squad was sponsored by band director, George Kipley. Dawn Rickard Advisor and form er porn pon girl Janet M urray proudly displays the squads ribb ons and lunch tickets at camp . Amy Tobias, Jill Pender, Sheila Behrendsen, Jacqui Slater and Sally Eberhard pause as they dance to Neil Diamond's HEADIN' FOR THE FUTURE. Trio Sheila Behrendsen, Lynn Quinze and Cindy Persinger congratulate each other for the ribbons they just received at porn pon camp. Porn Pon Squad, Bottom: Becky Ficek . Row l : Deb Rawlings, Cindy Persinger, Beth Quigley, Gina Gronstal, Amy Tobias . Row 2: Sheila Behrendsen, Captain Jenny Ho lder, Lynn Quinzee . Row 3: Theresa Burkey, Jill Pender, Kather Alters, Co-captain Sally Eberhard, Dawn Hite, Jacqui Slater, Tina DeChant. Theresa Burkey and Jill Pender take a break to cool off at the Iowa State University Porn Pon Camp. Becky Ficek, Theresa Burkey, Gina Gronstal, Cindy Persinger and Kath y Alters stress t o the fans BE GOOD TO YOURSELF. Porn Pon Girls/ l 07 .-··: •. , An OP-en Letter to Teens DEAR YOUTH OF COUNCIL BLUFFS/OMAHA I am writing this letter as I am sitting in my prison cell, just after being sentenced to 50 years in prison. I am writing this because I want to do everything within my power to help teenagers so they won't make the fatal mistakes I have made and end up facing what I have faced. I have made many mistakes in my life, but the ones I regret most are: The way I have treated my mother-I have the best mother in the world. She is caring, understanding and loves me very much. But most of all she is my best friend and someone I can turn to for anything. In the past I didn't realize the terrific things about her. I saw her as someone who didn't want me to have fun and was trying to run my life for no reason. I often rebelled, ignoring her decisions. Feeling I was smarter than her, I made her feel unloved unrespected and unsuccessful as a parent. This broke her heart and made her miserable. Another mistake was getting involved in drugs and alcohol- I start110/ M ini-mag ed out with drinking, and then smok - ing pot. I said I would never try anything besides pot, but after a while, you think you can control everything so you experiment to try and get a better high. I felt I could always control myself, when in fact, I lost control. As a result of that mistake I got involved with the wrong people. This started me to do things I never imagined I would ever do. Looking back on my life I realize that I had more opportunities than most. I had a girlfriend who loved me tremendously, a beautiful daughter and a loving family, including a special friend Skipp Starr. I know the things I could have done with my life but its too late when you're looking back. I always thought I could control my life but I forgot I was only 17. I thought life was about being carefree and having fun . I found out that life is about making decisions and being responsible for the consequ ences . Through my bad decisions I have A picture of Matt Gill and "big brother" Skip Starr is on display during a presentation of the "Matt Gill Story" to St. Albert students. The purpose of the story was to point out the tragedies that can occur when people abuse drugs and alcohol. ture years of my life I won't be able to make decisions for myself and will be very lonely. I will have to be away from the ones I love the most, and will be deprived of seeing my beautiful daughter grow up. Since the fatal night of August 15, when I took the life of Tim Sieff, I have had strong f eelings of guilt and sorrow, which I will have to struggle with for the rest of my life. Finding the Lord has brought a peace about me and given me an understanding of my real purpose in life. Even though what I face is very frightening and negative, I know with the help of God and stong determination, I can make it a posit ive experience and one that I can use in helping others for the rest of m y life. I hope from my situation, you will see that within a matter of minutes yo u can unknowingly make a decision that drastically changes your life. I pray you will learn from my mistakes. been forced to grow up and face With love and concern drastic consequences. During the fu- • Matt Gill (Used by permission) Teens In Trouble It's summertime in Council Bluffs. Schools are out, and parties are in abundance. But what happens when these parties take to the street? Well, most of them end up with people having a good time . But there are times when these parties turn to violence, such was the case on the night of August 16, 1986, when Timothy Charles Sieff was beaten to death by three teenagers and one adult. Even though this case was an extreme, the problems associated with Broadway and teenagers has been an ongoing problem for years. According to Sargeant Lindsey Andersen, 1986 was a more violent year than in the past because the fights involved weapons, such as bats and tire irons. The place where most of these conflicts might start is in a vacant parking lot situated next to Broadway. The typical brawl, as discribed by Sgt. Andersen, is when two kids get in a fight over a girl and they end up slugging it out. But once there is a victor, generally the group will break up and go their separate ways. This was not the case in the' death of Tim Sieff. In the parking lot of Rog and Scotty's, a local supermarket, Jeff Ragland, Robert Lamkins and Matt Gill, all 17 years old, and Royce Maloney, age 24, met up with Tim Sieff and a friend , This meeting ended up in a fight, and ultimately the death of Sieff, due to a brain hemmorage caused from a blow to the he ad from part of a tire jack. Where does the responsibility lie in starting to cha nge this problem? Sgt. Andersen believes it li es with the kids themselves and that they should realize that if they do something wrong they're going to have to pay the price . They don't seem to understand this, because in 1986, there were 16 ten-year-olds a nd under who were arrested for crimes ranging from run-awa ys a nd vandalism to larceny and burglary. There were 658 arrests of ki ds under the age of 18. Another example of this ongoing problem is the trial and conviction of the Harris brothers, Da niel B. anaBrad A. for the murder of 16-year-old Kristina Nelson. Dan Harris, 21 , was found guilty of first degree murder and his brother Bra d plea bargained to voluntary mansla ughter, which carries a mandatory sentence of t en years in prison and 10,000 dollar fine . The county medical examine r said t hat Ms. Nelson died of multiple stab wounds. She also was choked and was struck with a blunt object. Hopfully from the past ye ar's problems t here will be a new awareness of the problems we fa ce today. Cases like Matt Gill and the Harris brothers might make teenagers more aware that things like this can happen to them. Matt is presently serving a 50-year jail sentence for the murder of Timothy Sieff. Dennis Christiansen Troubled Teens/ 111 Although associated with homosexual and bisexual men, newborn babies, innocent victims, con acquire the AIDS dis.ease through on infected mother. Approximately three-fourths of the victims of AIDS are sexually active homosexual men. l 12/ M ini-mag Plague of the '80' s . • • AIDS What started as a fatal disease rapidly grew into an epidemic across the country, AIDS became a focus of attention for people throughout the world. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome was the topic of concern for thousands as the fatal disease quickly became one of the top death-causing illnesses known to man. Most definitely, the year 1986- 87 held a lot of meaning for the thousands of people afflicted with AIDS. AIDS is a disease that limits the body's ability to fight off certain infections. As a result, patients with AIDS develop rare skin diseases and rare skin cancer. Since 1979, about 12,000 cases of AIDS have been reported nationally. The symptoms of AIDS include unexplained weight loss, high fever that lasts more than a week, a persistent dry cough thal is not from smoking, white spots or blemishes in the mouth, persistent diarrhea, and purple spots under the skin. AIDS is caused by a virus that is spread through sexual contact, needle sharing. or through blood transfusions. Multiple sex partners, either heterosexual or homosexual, and sharing needles by drug users appear to make up the largest group of afflicted people. Since 1981, the Centers for Disease Control has been collecting information on AIDS. Approximately 95 percent of the persons with AIDS belong to one of the following groups: - 73 percent sexually active homosexual or bisexual men . -17 percent present or past abusers of intravenous drugs. -2 percent patients who have had transfusions with blood or blood products. -l percent persons with hemophilia or other coagulation disorders. -l percent heterosexuals who have had sexual contact with someone who has AIDS. -l percent infants born to infected mothers. There has been a case of AIDS reported in every state of the union, so it is obvious that AIDS is not confined to a certain geographical area . What the US government is billing as "Afica's Disease" is being billed as "America's Disease" in other parts of the world. Either wa y, one thing is for sure about this deadly disease : it's spreading and for right now, there is no cure. Until tha t cure is developed, thousands more each year will die from what researchers are calling "The 80's Plague." Tina DeChant and Dan Simon People who had blood transfusions in the late ?O's may also be susceptible to A IDS. Aids/ 113 Some of Iowa's . .. Laws The enacting of laws is intended to affect members of society, but some laws touch larger numbers of people and more profoundly than others. During the 1986-87 school year four laws were passed in Iowa which created more than usual discussion and controversy. Effective on July l was the seatbelt law. Drivers and front seat passengers are required to wear a halterstyle seatbelt while the vehicle is in motion. In Iowa, authorities use the primary enforcement rule, which means if a law officer sees a person not wearing a seatbelt, he may ticket that person solely for that reason. The fine is $2 l .50. Those questioning whether or not officers would actually stop drivers solely for that offense, found quickly that they did indeed . A law which affected the purchasing of liquor was put into effect on September l . That law, raising of the drinking age from J 9 to 2 l years old, was most controversial among young people . Though nineteenyear-olds born on or before that date were able to purchase it legally. The law was passed after the Federal Government threatened to cut off highway money from Iowa and other states unless they raised the legal drinking age to 21 . For the people who do a lot of traveling, the law changing the speed limit from 55 to 65 miles per hour on rural interstate highways was a welcome one . Translated, that means drivers can make better travel time on those stretches of roads outside cities 50,000 or larger. Tough watch is kept, however, on those who don't obey the limits, and Iowa State Patrol Troopers have been authorized to issue tickets to people traveling as little as one mile per hour over the limit. Also, fines have been increased from $30 to $40 for motorists found in violation. One law that was seriously overlooked locally was the helmet law, requiring cyclists to we ar a helmet. What brought attention to the proposed law in the Council Bluffs-Omaha area was the occurrance of ten motorcycle fat a lities during o ne weekend in the month of April. The question was raised, "How many of those deaths could have been a voided if helmets were worn? " Many people have different opinions about the laws, some positive and some negative . But laws were made for the safety a nd well being of all of us. It is doubtful, however, that anyone will thank any legislative body for their passage . Jeff Howard The Iowa law states that persons born o n or before September 1. 1967 may purchase beer and alcoholic beverages. Violators wll be prosecuted according to Iowa law. Iowa Retail Food Dealtts SPEED LIMIT . 65 MINIMUM 40 As a reminder to be obeyed, this sign posted a qua rte r mile out of town heading towards Honeycreek, gives a chance fo r moto rists to put the pedal a little close r to the metal, but to not exceed the new limit. Where a lcohol is available, li ttle signs, like this in a local grocery sto re, serve to remind the under aged. For Two riders show that it's better to be safe than sorry, by wearing protective helmets as they take a ride through town on their motorcycle. Iowa ns our Law ... For the personal safety of all of us while travelling, seat belt signs like this one situated coming into Manawa, remind us to buckle-up for our safety and because it's the law Laws and Losses/ 11 5 1 16/ Mini-mag Who Uses Steroids? For athletes who want to build up their bodies to the utmost, anabolic steroids may appear to be the chemical to give that little edge in competition. But those athletes who consume or inject steroids to build extra muscle power are damaging their bodies, and in some cases, irreversibly so. While on anabolic steroids a person may see increases in self-esteem, sex drive, appetite, explosive hostility and violence, energy, tolerance to pain and desire to train intensely. Steroids may also cause decreases in the following : ability to accept failure or poor performance, general tolerance, inhibition about further drug use. Som other changes may be noticed in sleeping disturbances and nightmares. Steroid use was made known to the wo~d after a scandal broke out in the 1983 Pan American Games in Corocus, Venezuela . Twelve athletes from eight countries were disqualified from the games after tests found they had taken anabolic steroids or testosterone. Twelve United States track and field athletes left the games rather than submit to the tests. "I've watched what was at first a 'secret' drug known only to a handful of elite weight lifters become a phenomenon so widespread that a majority of recent athletes, male and female, in track and field and the strength sports are believed to have used some form of st eroid," wrote fo rmer weight lifter Terry Todd. "(It is)- a phenomenon so wide-sprea d that pro football players ha ve told me that as many as fifty percent of the active NFL linemen and linebackers have used steroilds with the intent of improving their performance; a phenomenon so wide spread that reports surface from time to time of teen-agers being advised by their hi gh school, o r even junior high school coaches to take steroids," Todd added. St. Albert athletes were predicta bly non-committal about the use of steroids. It is a probability that, as in all high schools, steroid use has occurred. Proving that, or for that matter, even ta lking about the possibility is impossible. Off the record, however, some admit they beli eve t hat some athletes have tried steroids. Nobody really knows how many high school a thletes are using anabolic ste-roids, because no athlete will admit to using them. The punishment an athlete would be forced to take if found out, would be comple te expulsion from all athletic events fdor his entire high school career. And not athlete is willing to take this chance so a reporter could ha ve a gre a t article . Mark Heenan Lifting weights after taking steroids increases body mass. Steroids/ l 17 Modern Satanic booh are becoming a common sight on the shelfs. Horrors of Satanic Worship THE DEADLY OCCULT Satanism. People tend to shut their ears when it is discussed. It is not something we can pretend doesn't exist. It is real. Occult practices occur everyday in every city. We associate it with druggies and losers. In actuality, devil worshipers come from all different backgrounds. Some are sucesssful .. businessmen, teachers, doctors, college professors, students, housewives, and even a few preachers and priests. The ceremonies performed blasphimize Christians (especially Catholics). They offer sacrifices to Satan in exchange for superficial power. The followers of Satan sign their soul away to the devil- never to live in peace again . Mike Warnke, author of THE SAT AN SELLER, describes life in the occult. He once served as a high-priest in the Brotherhood but after being expelled, found and excepted Jesus into his life. He became involved with Satanism as a freshmen in college in San Bernardino, California . Dean a Master Counselor of the Brotherhood, recruited Mike into the first-stage of occult practice by taking him to an orgie party. Mike became interested in this "fun" and was led to the second-stage- the actual ceremony. He was aprehensive at first but became fascinated with the e xorcised demons and longed for the power that the devil gave his people . Because of his enthusiasm, Mike finally was initiated into the real thing- the third stage . Evil spells, solemn rites, and hard-core Satan worship happened here . Usually the rituals took place in remote, hidden areas. During the ceremony, people sat around a circle drawn on the ground with chalk. In the center of the circle was an altar- a granite slab supported on two sawhorses. On the slab, a nude girl lay on her back, her skin glowing red in the light given off by candles and the balefire burning in a nearby crucible . An inverted cross and an image of a goat's head steod at each end of the altar. The service was a Black Mass. All the Christian traditional rituals were reversed and deliberately profaned. The sacraments were desecrated. Blasp him i es took the place of prayers. At times, sacrifices were offered . When Mike became a high-priest, he asked one of the members to slice off his finger and it was passed to each person, each nibblilng a piece of the flesh and sucking the dripping blood. After many long months, Mike was expelled from the Satanist High Priesthood for members from the fouth-stage felt he was losing power. After given an overdose, he was dumped into a ditch . All of his wealthy belongings that were included with being a Satan worshipper were taken away. Mike Warnk e was on th e path back to regaining his life . He was re cruited into the Navy, whe re, by the help and love from his two roomates, became introduced to Jesus Christ. He prayed fo r fo rgiven ess a nd fa ith and later his wife Sue supported him and together they foun ded the Alpha Omega Outrea chan anti-occult ministry . Warnke was one of the few lucky ones. There are many people being introduced to the occult each day. Through our prayers and teachings, we can help terminate this horrifying epidemic in our country. Shockingly, the Satanic Bible outsells the Holy Bible two to one in most college towns, and a hundred to one in some places. The Ouija board has been a popular game across the Un ited States. The question is, is it bad or particularly harmful? Isa ac Fuld, who patented the Ouija board in 1892, stated in his patent application that the planchette 'was moved by a spirit force' . He told the truth. Any time a person invites a spirit to manipuilate him in any wa y, he is leaving himse lf wide open to demon activity. And toda y that 'game' has outsold the game of Mo nopoly. Warnke writes: " There is no one 'down the re" to le ad you out. Once you're in he ll, you've had it. That's it. Once you're there, it's too late . When you stop to think of foreve r ... when you stop to think of the torment of hell. . . In hell, there is no hope . You are going to b-e seperated from God forever. It is part of the payoff. You will hear the word " sucke r" as I heard it when I first joined the Na vy but there's no discharge from 'hell . You a re a sucker- fo reve r. Tina DeChant All informatio n was ta ken from THE SAT AN SELLER by Mike Warnke . Co pyright 1972 by Logos International. Satanism/ l 19 Suicide Workshop Suicide hos become on epidemic. Omaha and Council Bluffs sow its shore of this grief when two years ago, four teenagers from on area high school took their own lives. Since then various agencies hove worked to help people in crisis situations. ,... February 25 1987, a workshop took place at St. Joseph's Center For Mental Health. It consisted of metro schools joining to show their concern for teenage suicide, and learning to prevent it. The St. Albert crisis intervention team was Dr. Michael Avise, Don Molloy, Jacky Adams, Gordon Ord, and Mory O'Donnel, and Jacqui Slater. During the day, the SA team was placed at different tables with members from various schools. Everyone had a chance to speak about the causes of suicide, and possible solutions. Participants learned what to do during a suicide or crisis. SA Counselor, Dan Malloy said," lt's good to see the schools concerned and involved." At the end of the all-day workshop, everyone hod a positive feeling, and they were anxious to share their new knowledge. "It's important to hove the crisis intervention team ready for any crisis that would come up," said Molloy. That was the sentiments of the whole SA team. A life is a precious commodity. Jacqui Sloter Idella Spann, NCA evaluator, takes a moment to pose for the camera 120/ Mini-mag Organizati Commun ••••••• •• ••••• SA Scores On ... NCARating This year was the beginning of a seven-year visitation program by twenty-one investigative teachers seeking the improvement of schools. These me n and women strolled around in business suits, carrying briefcases, noting ways to upgrade education. They ore the North Central Accreditation (NCA) team, made up of teachers, college professors, and other educators from Iowa. They eva luated not only the curriculm and materials used, but facility, activities, services, and policy. At the end of the visitation, recommendations we re given to the building principal. Implementation committees were formed t~ view priorities and a final plan was drawn. After se lf-study and visitatio ns, a follow-up plan was constructed. These plans were prepared every three years. Although it wa s a lot of hard work, both the commendations and recommenda tions were valuable in obtaining the sought after accreditation. The fac ulty and administration agreed it was a positive and worthwhile experience where not only the teacher and student benefit, but the whole community as well. Tina DeCha nt - ons Improve ) • 1ty •• •• Leadership Leadership workshops have been going on for about two years. The main purpose was to find positive solutions to problems of alcohol, drug, and sex abuse in our school and other schools across the country. Many activities that the participants are involved in go on unnoticed by the student body. The "positive peer" group went on a field trip to Salem church. The day was filled with many discussions on possible solutions to problems faced by teens. The group talked of different things to say when faced with the peer pressure to drink or take drugs. Junior Kathy Alfers summed up the day saying, "I had a good time at leadership workshop. The upperclassmen helped the younger kids, giving them realistic solutions. It's a good feeling to know that you had a part in helping another to solve a problem." Becky Ficek Ka thy Alfers and Joelle Corbaley take a break during the leadership worksho p. Saying "MO" With the start of the second half of the 1986-87 school year came the start of a new program called "Non-Users Group". The Non-Users group is made of high school students interested in supporting others who choose not to use alcohol or other drugs. The first meeting was held on March 6, with a surprising turn out of 91 students. Though curiosity may have been the reason for the unusually large turn-out, a feeling of progress and success was in the air for organizers. In order to give the group stability, a set of guidelines was set up by leader, Gordon Ord, father of senior Susan Ord. Included in the guidelines was the stipulation that in order to attend any other meetings the student had to be present for the first meeting. At the first meeting, no conditions were set, but by the second meeting students had to make the decision as to whether or not they would commit themselves to the group. That involved signing a four-week contract to not use drugs of any form. The purpose of the group was to receive a written commitment to abstain from using drugs, and to help group members cope with problems they would ha ve in doing so. Another topic discussed in the meetings was peer-pressure, both from friends and family. Students listened to each other and tried to give support in any way possible, whether it be advice, praise for not drinking, or encouragement. Success of the group was evaluated with mixed feelings. "I believe the group should be introduced at an earlier age," said senior Ka ri Larson. "Kids come in contact with drugs earlier now, and the group can help educate them so they know the facts and can make the right decision for themselves. I think that's the most important part," she added. Junior Jill Pender said, "It was a good idea, but it wasn't what I expected it was going to be. " With the help of Gordon Ord, peer counseling was present along with support and guidance. Sophomore Tammy Lesline reflected a different view, "I felt it was neat for people who have a hard time saying no /1 sh said. "The support and confidentiality of the grou~ give: a person more self confidence." The Non-Users group was a start at St. Albert in the fight against drug abuse . Hopefully for the future th ro~p will prove to be very helpful to the younger gen~ erat1ons. Barbara Osborne Mini-mag/ 121 ~A~~ fAfF f. M ike Herbert concentrating on his bubble, models clothes at the Bross Buckle . Mike Masker thinks this is the look fo r him-is it Jeremy Petry shows his lighter side in fashion clothes. 122/ Mini-Mag Popular brand names are Guess and Pepe. Lookin' GQ and . .. HOT! Styles today have come a long way, from poodle skirts, saddle shoes, and bellbottoms. The emphasis in 1987 was on the faded oversize look, imprinted with a big-name maker. Among those accepted, "cool" brand names were Pepe, Outback Red, Code Blue, Guess, Zodiac, 9-West, and Forenza among others. Some brand names even went so far as to attach feminine names to different styles, such as Pepe's Betty and Polly. Turtlenecks were back, lacy collars, reds and blues, and lots of pastels-pinks, blues, peaches, and greens, and shoes without socks. Brightly colored name brand scarves, and colored, textured hose were popular accessories. Gigantic earrings in gold and silver and chains varying in lengths, made up the "bangeled" look . Purses were as big as diaper bags or as small as a billfold, in a variety of colors. As girls' hair grew longer and curlier, the boys' got shorter and shorter. The "buzz," "Harvard cut," and bi-level over the ears with more length in back gave barbers cause for rejoicing . After an earlier failed attempt, French designers tried to bring back bell bottom pants. Their success was hard to measure at first, but opinions were not. Senior Ann Petersen said, "I for one can never see bellbottoms coming back, they are perfectly hidious." Mike Kavars, athletic director, commented, "I've lived lo ng enough to see fashion come in and go out and come back again. So hang on to your clothes,because even if they go out, they will be back again ." Kavars' advice was on target. Once a fad, always a fad . So don't clean out the closet too soon, because you never know what will be back in style by the year 2000. Alicia McCoy and Angie Stander Melanie Mill er tokes a step up in her wardrobe. Mark Root models the G.Q. look. Mini-Mag/ 123 What's Hot in . .. Movies, Concerts & Stars The emblem of MOTLEY CRUE is seen not only on billboards and advertisements, but on the bocks of jackets belonging to devoted fans. 124/ Mini-mag "Out of Africa? ! No way! Let's go see TOP GUN!" The choice seems to be clear on what was " HOT" in 1987. Tom Cruise, TOP GUN and SLIPPERY WHEN WET. Movies, concerts and albums seemed to be in abundance in '87. Couples were the favoritesT om Cruise and Kelli Mc Gillis hit our hearts hard in the movie TOP GUN, and Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepard tickled our funny bones in "Moonlighting," a favorite on the small screen. Tom Cruise and Kelli Mc Gillis have dominated both at the movies and in our homes. The release of the rentable VCR tape TOP GUN helped the stars even more . Things changed rapidly in the music scene as well. Bruce Springsteen who was at the top of the charts in '86 with BORN IN THE USA fell hard with his album BORN TO RUN. Rock groups that were virtually unheard of are now burning up the charts. BON JOVI captured the number one spot in our poll for best album and best single . U2 finished third with their offering, WITH OR WITHOUT YOU. Concerts are always hot, and MOTLEY CRUE proved that when they slid into first place with SA fans. IRON MAIDEN came in a close second a nd JOURNEY grabbed third . That's what wa s HOT in 1987. And it's anybody's guess what will be HOT in 1988! Nancy McPartla nd Rondy Phelps listens to his favorite music. Concerts Motley Crue Iron Maiden Journey Single Never Say Good-by Lean -On Me With. or Without You The blockbuster movie TOP GUN w as one of the hottest movies in 1987. Music and Movies/ 125 "Peer pressure is a factor, but most kids can make an intelligent decision on whether or not to drink." Pat O'Neill, student ''I think peer pressure is the big factor in teenage drink- . 1ng. '' Lois Hemmingsen, secretary "I don't think some teenagers realize the immediate dangers associated with alcohol. They think it only happens to the other guy.'' Julie McCoy, student ''What troubles me is that there are kids out there who really don't want to drink. They know they can have a good time without it. I get angry that media, parents, and peers have sold kids a bill of goods about how much "fun" drinking • 11 IS. Jeannette Schultz, teacher 126/ Mini-mag Why do teenagers drink? "I drink to have a good time, although I don't have to," an anonymous St. Albert student said. "I don't feel pressure from my friends to drink, but when we all get together, I guess it just seems like the thing to do," the student continued. Teenage alcohol abuse is reaching epidemic proportions. As a result, many groups have evolved to combat the problem. At St. Albert, a non-user support group was developed, and they met weekly to discuss related problems. "I think the Non-Users Group has done a lot of good for some people," junior Rich Green said. Other groups, such as Mothers Against Drunk Drivers, (MADD), and Students Against Drunk Drivers, (SADD), are active nationwide to call attention to saving lives. Despite the efforts of these organizations, students continue to drink. Of 20 randomly polled St. Albe rt students, 17 said they drink. The results of the SA poll showed a high percentage of drinking students. Is this typical of a Catholic high school? Or is it the norm for hig h schools everywhere? Answe rs to these questions would provide a base for studies to solve the problems of teenage drinking . Students realize the dangers of excessive drinking, but like their adult counterparts, knowing and heeding are two different things. Every day, newspapers report accidents and deaths caused by drunk drivers, yet the drinking continues. An Omaha teen died as a result of excessive drinking at a party. As she dropped to the floor, her fri e nds laughed, not realizing she was dying. No one seems to register alarm until the news story hits close to home, and someone we know or love is involved . How long will this problem exist? More to the point-who will be hurt next? Chris Slater Drinking and dying go hand in hand. The Meed for Alcohol Awareness -______ __ JlJlJi 11~ 'flu( ~i . ,,,r I i · ·, . I ~fl( HFl.C ..! ~ ~._. . . i ~ .... '-·--- I ' I I' .. .. . .. " '., f\ As innocent a s a beer display in a loca l store looks, the co nte nts of these bottles, when ab used, can become leth I t k. th 1· f thousands of teens each year nationally. a weapo ns a 1ng e 1ves o Alcohol Awareness/ 127 Senior girls wait in the lobby ready for the ceremony to begin. M ichelle Blizzard, A nn Thompsen, and Ann Romano share their joy together after graduating. 128/ Mini-mag Time to believe in our . .. DREAMS I_ ~ - - - - - - - - - - - The 1987 graduating class put on their caps and gowns as emotions ran high waiting for the ceremony to begin. The 70 graduating seniors were excited, sad, thrilled, and fearful. The senoirs walked in and took their chairs as David Koehler, senior vicepresident, gave the invocation. The welcome was given by Dan Poole, senior president, and "Friends" was sung by the senior choir. The past was recalled in 'Remember When' with Chris Fischer and Dan Poole. The senior band then took over and played the jamming tune of "The Power of Love". Valedictorians, Maureen Daly and Troy Holmberg took a look at what was ahead. Dr. Micheal Avise then took the stand and the diplomas were handed out with the help of Bishop William H. Bullock and Jon L. Narmi, President of the Area Board of Education. The tassles were turned, and streamers and hats filled the air. Superintendent of schools, Sister jude Fitzpatrick added her congratulations and spoke briefly before the Spirit of St. Albert was presented to Dan Poole and Barb Osborne. The graduated seniors then sang "Time to Believe in Our Dreams" together. Sister MaryAnn Burkhart was honored with the St. Albert Award. The final blessing was given and the class of '87 marched out. Hugs,tears, smiles, and camera flashes were everywhere . The class of '87 realized this part of their life was over and it was time ·to move ahead. Bonnie Ficek Jeff Gross presents Angel Howlett with a yellow rose. Anxiously waiting the senior boys line up. Maureen Wickham and Andrea Genereux wait to be served at senior dinner and mass. Girls make the finishing touches on their gradua tion attire. Graduation/ 129 • CJ \,,~~-~=1 Castof CHA~ACTERS Seni. or Ann Petersen Trovolto moves . hos 'Saturday N1. h9 t Fever ' with her John l 30/Division Page Each class at St. Alber has a ur:iique quality that helps them to put on a show-each year a new cast. Freshmen started at the bottom not knowing what to expect from high school. They accomplished so much with their enthusiasm and abilities, proving themselves again and again to the upperclassmen. They showed everyone they were ready for opening night-they made it through the first year. The sophomores, with a year experience, started where they left off, trying to top last year's performance. Learning from past mistakes, they made the most of a new year. Class rings and drivers license's started life in the fast lane. They had it made. Just one step away from being juniors. The juniors put on the prom, took ACT's and started in with college-prep courses. Underclassmen found the class of '88 could be trusted and looked up to. They were aware of the responsibility that was ahead. It was almost time to take over as seniors. It was the seniors that made the impression in 1987, however, excelling in everything they endeavored. It was the seniors that set the pace and made the rules for the games. They showed closeness and unity. They had the time of their lives. Applying to and selecting colleges, thinking of careers, and getting themselves ready for the real world. They had support and faith in each other that made them successful, and were the best of friends in the best of the classes. They knew they set a good example for others to follow and they played each part to the fullest in ... THE CAST OF CHARACTERS. Bonnie Ficek Freshman Marsha Heenan flashes that All-American smile. Senior Dan Simon finds out that four hands are more useful than two. Division Page/ l 31 Freshman jitters on . .. Opening Might It was "opening night" at St. Albert High School for the freshmen . Given the chance to play a part in the many activities of high school is exciting for the cast of freshmen . But as exciting a time as it is, it is also frightening for many. This ailment is commonly referred to as "opening night jitters." Will they like me? Will I fit in? Will the upperclassmen pick on me? Will I be able to do the work? For many, those frightening questions were never realized . Lisa Weber said, "I didn't worry about fitting in because as long as I had my friends from eighth grade, I knew they would be there to support me ." "I like being a freshman at St. Albert," said Trisha Deming, "everyone is really nice to me . I'm looking forward to trying out for cheerleading next year." Mike James said,"l thought the upperclassmen would pick on the freshman, but they don't do anything to you ." " I felt I would have to act more mature about getting my homework done because my parents would expect more from me since I was a freshman," said Bob Martin . The reviews are in and the critics declared the freshman class is a sure hit. Jacqui Slater 132/Classes I I , , Jeffery Albright Tony Alfers Debbie Andress Michelle Auen Kevin Ausdemore Kelly Bellus Sheila Bernemann Bryan Brabec Jenifer Brown Brenda Buckley Lorri Campbell Paulett Chullino Lawrence Cihacek James Davis Robert Dressel Maureen Fischer Douglas Foster Michael Genereux David Hawk Marsha Heenan Shari Hughes Daniel Hunter Michael Jam es Wayne Johnson Adam Jones Nicole Junker Kemberl yn Kavars Jason Klement Jennifer Knudsen Jarod Konz Sheila Konz Jennifer Kruse Kathy Lancia! Andrea Leggio Paulett Chullino supports the Pepsi Generation as Maureen Fischer takes a break. Carrie Miller shows off her blue ribbon while M rs. M iller stands proudly by. Freshman/ l 33 Amy Murray a nd Jenny Rawlings daydream while Kem Kovors discusses A SEPARATE PEACE in 9th grade literature. Jenniler Thompson gets into character fo r her role as a deaf mute in FANT ASTIK S. 134/Classes Don Lerette Brod Marshall Robert Mo rtin Sheila McGinn Corrie Miller Tim Mino r Chris Morton Amy Murray Bill Nettles Pot Niela nd Jomes Noe Shelly O'Brien Bill Pattee Corrie Pe rsinger Sharon Petrotis Rondy Phe lps Je nnife r Rawlings Chris Rethmeie r Megan Ryon Doug Schloutmon Corey Schmido Brion Schulenbe rg Mork Shea Charles Simms Julie Smith Mike Sorrell Sean Standard Chris Sta niford Erin Taylo r Jennife r Thompso n Louro Turn er Lisa Weber Mott White David Wi e gman Not pic ture d : Jeremy Pe try Jarod Konz, Matt White and Doug Foster watch David Hawk as he works on their physical science experiment in Mr. Beckman's class. Freshman/ 135 Class of '8 9 climbs to Supporting Roles The freshman year was over and now you have a chance to be a sophomore. What is so special about being a sophomore in high school anyway? During the freshman year, you were always thought of as the youngest. Juniors were anxious to be seniors and so they ignored sophomores and tried to act older. Seniors were the models for underclassmen to look up to for a good example. So, why didn't we just skip the sophomore year altogether? Were there any advantages to spending a whole year on the "reserve bunch?" Monica Wood, a sophomore, feels good that she is not th~ youngest any more. Wood said, "You are older than one class, but you're not the oldest yet!" Sophomore Chad Kavars said, "It's just an extra year you have to go through before you graduate ." The Class of '89 thinks that during their sophomore year they grew closer and became better friends. During thefreshman year, there was always the worry of the big seniors picking on you or not finding your classes. Juniors went through the tedious task of choosing a college and also keeping grades up in order to be accepted for college. Seniors, alone, enjoyed the last year of high school. Sophomore, Peggy McGinn claimed, "I think we're really close and that we really care about each other." "People seem to accept you more ." Libby Arnold, a sophomore, said. This meant that the sophomore year students matured and thought more clearly about the future. Why is there a sophomore year? Because the freshma n, juniors and seniors need their SUPPORTING ROLES! Cindy Persinger I 36/ Classes Scot Allbertson Lizabeth Arnold James Barnes Sheila Behrendsen Michael Brisso Wendy Burg Laurie Ann Coats Cynthia Corbaley Michelle Doner Susan Eberhard Darcy Edelbrock Theresa Fischer Bernadette Gier Molly Graeve Gina Gronstal Troy Hemmingsen Michael Herbert Dawn Hite Julie Holder Trent Holmberg Michael Honaker Annette Hunte r Scott Jones Chad Kavars Wayne Keefer Todd Klein Matthew Konz Pat Krier Anthony Kruse Stephen Lenihan Tammy Lesline Robert Loukota Mary Mclellan Gregory McDonald Peggy McGinn Douglas McMullen Steve Oberdin shows his talent in making faces to other classmates. Monica Wood gives a smile as she contributes to the food ring during advent. Sophomores/ 137 Libby Arnold fixes her hair as Monica Negrete and Wayne Keefer are stunned by the camera . After coming out of class, Dorcy Edelbrock in her crazy attire for homecoming is caught by the camera . Don Ryon is caught in the hall making up a test after being ill. 138/Classes Billie Suden Danielle Tighe Christine Weber Joann Whetstone Rob Williams Matthew Witzke M onica Wood Timithoy Zimmerman NOT PICTURED Rodney Feekin Matthew Fenner Karla Miller Brian Moffatt Monica Negrete Michelle Nelson Steven Nieber Brian O'Connor Greg O'Grady Patrick O'Niell Steve Oberdin Matthew Phillips Rubin Ramirez Brian Ratigan Dan Ryan Nathan Schnitker Dale Scott Sherry Slobodnik Terry Slobodnik Jason Smith Thomas Smyth Jason Sprinkel Wearing her honeybuns, Julie Holder ploys Princess Leah during the Free Fare concert. Pot Krie r pouts as he finds on error while doing his homework. Sophomores/ 139 Waiting to Go On, Juniors Work As ... Understudies After a year as understudies, the class of '88 anticipated moving into main roles as seniors. Nevertheless, they went through the paces that all juniors experience . Between school and part-time jobs, the juniors still found time to take the ACT test, apply for colleges, sell candy bars for prom, and go out for fun with friends. Some began to face the reality of graduating and starting a new phase of the life cycle . "I'm looking forward to moving on in my life but it.will be hard to leave so much behind," said Kathy Alfers. Nancy McPartland is happily awaiting graduation. "I can't wait to get out of high school and begin new," she _ said. What about those who find security in high school? "Although I'm excited to graduate, it's frightening to think of being far from home and in strange surroundings," Dawn Rickard admits. "This year more than any other year, I have found more security. When you are a junior you don't have to" worry about college very much but you're old enough not to be picked on by upperclassmen," states Sean Davis. Whatever the outlook is on their senior year, the Junior class vows to make it the very best. Tina DeChant Junior Kathy Alte rs assists classmate Chris Hanafan in the ever popular Algebra II course. 140/Classes Ka thleen Alters Andrew Berner Koren Birusingh Mork Brisso Matthew Buchanon Cheryl Carlson Dennis Christiansen Ke vin Claussen Trisha Corboley Richard Cox John Crowle y Sean Davis Eric De Laubentels Kristina DeChant Daniel Disa lvo Becky Ficek Robert Graeve Susan Gray Richard Green Christopher Ha nafan John Hasse tt Amy Helms Chris Hughes Robe rt Hunter Jonathan Johnson Niki Johnson Shannon Johnson Christion Jones Jon Larse n Jerard Lenihan Mo rk Looka bill Steve n Martin Juli e McCoy Chad McDe rmott Nancy McPartlond Da vid Meyerring Juniors Kevin Claussen and David Meyerring anxiously leave school at 3:00. Juniors/ 14 l - - Junior Chuck Thorn demonstrates one of the many uses of a hammer. 142/Closses Aaron Walter Rich Williams Christopher Young David Zimme rma n Tracy Morris Jennifer Murray Stacy O'berdin Maureen O'Gara Scott O'Grady Steven Parker Jill Pender Cindy Persinger Cindy Petratis Lynn Quinze Constance Ravlin Jennifer Rethmeier Doug Rew Dawn Rickard Mark Root Melodie Sc~autman Jody Schmitz Timothy Shea Mary Shey Mary Jean Sillik Jacqueline Slater Amy Smith Michelle Sondag Henry Straka Doug Struyk Patrick Thompson Charles Thorn Amy Tobias Gina Tolliver Joseph Turner John Van Scoy NOT PICTURED: Jeff Howard Veronica Martin John Mille r Beth Quigley Kirk Storm Be dtime is fun time for junior Lynn Quinze. Junior Jean Sillik uses h e r study time wisely. Classes/ l 43 The Class of '87 Gives Its ... Final Performance Jon Bon Jovi told us on the blockbuster album "Slippery When Wet" that we should "Never Say Goodbye", while Billy Joel explained that "This is the Time" to remember. Both of these songs have one common theme-never lose touch with those you care for. The class of 1987 was always predicted to be one of the best to ever go through the SA doors of greatnes~, ~nd o~e of the most spirited. Beginning with pep rallies on the b . . h d us in s1xt gra e, the seniors continued with that kind of enthusiasm. An example of that spirit was at the Strategic Air Command (S.A.C.) band "Nightwing" assembly. The upperclassmen danced, stood on choirs and cheered, showing that "The Kids Wanna Rock!" during the Bryon Ad144/ Seniors ams' song. In the midst of that kind of enthusiasm, occasionally some people con feel left out or forgotten . Not so with the 70 members of the Class of '87. In the rowdiness and frivolty, a sense of unity was prevelant. That same unity was evident as 15 students gathered at Mercy Hospital on the night of the 1985 Homecoming pep rally to show support and concern for class mote Ron Marshall who was hurt during the festivities. Another time, an outpouring of core was shown for Ann Peterson ofter she was injured during a November hoy rock ride. Many classes tend to drift a pa rt and lose touch with their oneness. This was not the ca se with the Closs of '87. The unity was alwa ys there . Special days like the senior ring mass and the last days of retreat helped pull this class together even tighter than before. College life quickly approached, and the realization that this sense of togetherness would end, hit the seniors. After 13 years, the fun would be over, and many reflected on what classmates meant to him or her. Whether Bon Jovi said it best, or Joel was more accurate, is irrelevant. What is important, are the actions behind the words. We must never say goodbye, and at the same time, we hove to understand that these were the times to remember, and remem· ber them fondly we will. Dan Simon Believing is the first step in making our dreams come true Michelle Blizzard Theresa Burkey Steven Carlson Joelle Corbaley Harold Gene Cox Maureen Daly Samuel Disalvo Sally Eberhard Stuart Edelbrock Lisa Eve rs Bonnie Ficek Timothy Fields Christopher Fische r David Fischer Kenneth Fox Leland Fox Seniors/ 145 Andrea Genereux Jeffrey Gross Julie Gubbels Molly Hannan James Hawk Mark Heenan Jennifer Holder Troy Holmberg Angela Howlett Donald Jabro Jerry Jennings Matthew Johnson Stephanie Keefe Jannifer Koenig Kari Larsen Ann Leber " As the year drew to an end I got really hesitant about moving on. I wish I had more time in a sense, but there 's a lot that I li ked about this year and our senior class. Saying our good-byes was the hard part but that's part of moving on." Debbie Rawlings 146/Seniors Could it be Satan, perhaps ? Bill Smyth finds lunchtime not only to be a time to eat but a time to be creative. Mark Petratis chuckles as he listens to the intriging foo ds lecture. Larry Ratigan and Jim Hawk try out the a ll ey oop. Seniors/ 147 Governor Terry Branstad presents student body president, Chris Fischer, with the Iowa state flag . Jim Hawk displays his winningest smile. The " look" - or how Stephanie Keefe wishes to be remembe red? Dave Koeh ler ope ns wid e as Jo hn O'Connor studies his foo d . 148/Seniors Ronald Marshall Michael Masker Alicia McCoy Brian Miller Melanie Miller Ronald Mueller Matthew Mullin Daniel Murray John O'Connor Susan Ord Barbara Osborne Annmarie Petersen Mark Petra tis Daniel Poole Penny Ramirez Tri cia Rangel "The last day of school we all wore our very "best", like unmatching suits, tattere d and shredded uniforms and ugly shoes. It was a riot." Alicia McCoy. Seniors/ 149 Larry Ratigan Debra Rawlings Donna Roane Brian Rohatsch Ann Romano Thomas Ryan Daniel Shaver Daniel Simon Christopher Slater Nancy Smith Bill Smyth Angela Stander Melissa Stidham Anne Thompson Virginie Vriclynck Kristina White 150/Seniors "The class of "87", You guys are crazy! Luv yo all (Yeah!)" Grossy Maureen Wickham Dawn Zimmerman Not pictured: Matthew Geier Mike Gillett David Koehler Kevin McGinn Joell e Corba ley a nd Theresa Burkey walk to journalism class with last year's yearbook in hand . Dawn Zimmerman asks " Just wha t do you think you're doing?" Se nior girls try to plea bargain their wa y out of another P.E. cla ss. Oh, Marcus, isn't that illegal? Seniors/ 151 Evaluating, guiding, policymaking . .. Who has the final say? The Critics Many considered this year as a year of changes. To one man in particular this was a year for a big change. The Rev. Robert Chamberlain made a move from Dowling High School in Des Moines, to St. Albert High School. Fr. Chamberlain took Rev. Edward Hurley's position as Executive Coordinator of the St. Albert School System. "I was ready for a change," said Fr. Chamberlain. Coming to Council Bluffs brought him closer to many of his family members who live in the Omaha-Council Bluffs area. A graduate of Loras College, his first assignment for the church was to Dowling. He stayed for the next 22 years of his life. While at Dowling, he served as religion and social studies teacher, counselor, guidance director, and registrar. In Council Bluffs, Fr. Chamberlain is responsible for the whole St. Albert School System, from kindergarten to high school. He is also in charge of the religious education center and supervises the St. Albert Educational Foundation and Alumni activities. Fr. Chamberlain has a natural interest in young people. He was the oldest of nine children, growing up in Panama, Iowa. That interest in young people led him to a Masters degree in guidance and counseling, and he was involved in a group for teens called Alateen. It is a weekly support group for teenagers with alcoholic family members or friends . Fr. Chamberlain made a committment to continued improvement in the St. Albert System and to ensure that improvement he met weekly with principals and Rod Vallier, business manager. This was a means to keeping in contact with the daily operation of the schools. The report cards for the first year are in and it appeared that Fr. Chamberlain's service has been a positive beginning of a new era on the hill. Joelle Corbaley Senior Ann Peterson gives Terry Dolnicek a kiss on the cheek to show her appreciation for the grade he gave her. 152/Faculty I Sterling West Konnie Wie gman Kate Witte Not pictured: Kathy Beckman Scott Belt Mike Gill Jacky Adams Jonna Anderson Maryann Angeroth Michael Avise Bill Beckman Joan Clark Jim DeMott Terry Dolnicek Sr. Mory Koy Hoidusek Fr. Bob Hoefler Tony Jaworski Michael Kavars Fr. Jim Kiernan George Kippley Mork Koesters Loren Lintner Don Molloy Deb McGuire Ken Meshling Virgie Oatman Wanita Printy Jeannette Schultz John Shorey Caroline Swartz Rick Wohl Hegwood, Jone Marshall Scichilone Marilyn Wandersee Dick We ttengel Kris Wiley Deb McGuire catches up on the weekly news from Caroline Swartz during their free period. Math teacher Konnie Wiegman utilizes the overhead projector to explain an upcoming assignment. Faculty I 153 Glen Spohr collects trash in the trash barrel ofter students hove left for the day. Harold uses his custodial talents while he shines the trophies in the trophy case. Marilynn Leggio works at her desk preparing the daily announcements. 154/ Staff Cooks Deloris Romesburg, Joan Pursell, Pot Nelson and Virginia Carberry take a moment from their busy schedule to smile fo r the birdie. Sandie Green and Glori a Blum go over mounds of paper work in the business office. Custodians, secretaries, and cooks perform . .. Backstage Antics M ·i L · nfused as she looks over an office memo. an yn egg10 seems co L · H · rts through a pile of work that awaits her every morning in the 01s emm1ngsen so front office "What do you mean you don't like pancakes?!" asks Joan Pursell, os Deloris Romesburg looks away in dismay. Harold Russell and Helen Scahoka take a much needed pop break in the faculty lunch room. Everyday on the hill begins as teachers start their classes. Everytn10 g runs on schedule smoothly. But how? The janitors, cooks, and secretaries keep everything backstage and behind the scenes running. Secretaries type announcements, take calls from parents of ill students, and keep daily tally of demerits in addition to their duties to Dr. Avise and Mr. Jaworski. Thecookss~veoverhot~ovesto serve hot, nutritious meals. Janitors stay on duty until the wee hours to make sure halls are sparkling clean for the next school day. At the end of every school day, they once again face heel scuff marks, litter, and locker fall-out. And they start all over again. At the business office secretaries take incoming money, count it and put it in the right account, as well as handling payroll, selling lunch tickets, and answering endless questions. The question is why? Gloria Blum said, "It's a very rewarding job, and I like working with kids." "I enjoy working with the students, said Joan Pursell. "I like their attitudes, their humor, their compliments, and their criti..:1sms. There are a lot of good students in this school with kind personalities," she added. Harold Russell summed it up by saying, "I enjoy the people and the chailenge." After all is said and done , we should toke a loo!( at the halls and pick up all the papers, eat the food with on open mind, read the announcements with greater pride, and take a moment to thank each and every one of our backstage workers that keep our school going. Dawn Rickard Stoff / 155 "You'll just feel a pinch and then it'll be all over." As I fay on a green vinyl bed I wonder, "Why do I put myself through this?" I look around the room, and I see nervous students anxiously awaiting an open bed. People give blood for diffrent reasons, usually to help others. MaryAnn Angeroth said, "I have one of the rarer blood types and it's a good service to do for other people." Senior Kari Larsen said, "I thought it would be a nice thing to do for lent." Whatever the reasons for donating blood it's an almost painless process to help a lot of people in need. The score of the dread disease Acquired Immune Deficiency, better known as AIDS has not diminished the generosity of St. Albert students. Generosity is not the only motive, however. Senior Mark Heenan said "I give blood for the cookies, of course." Nancy McPartland 156/ mini-mag Fr. Robert Hoetfler, Jeannette Schultz, Monico Wood, Deb McGuire and Mory Ann Poole demonstrate the ir cooperative spirit at a liturgy committee meeting. The scoreboard at Jock Murphy Stadium in Son Diego flashes the Holiday Bowl game between U. of Iowa and Son Diego State. The Howkeyes' spirit isn't dampened even though the field looks flooded! Hysteria Wherever John Q. Public went this past year, Iowa Hawkeye fans were sure to be around. The success of their athletic teams, especially basketball, seemed to bring out more than the usual number of fans. "The fan support is good. We need to support Iowa Schools because excelling in athletics is what it takes to keep our athletes here," said senior Donna Roane. The Iowa football team surprised the nation by going 9-3 and beating San Diego State by one point in the Holiday Bowl, despite losing key seniors Chuck Long and Ronnie Harmon to graduation. The wrestling team was cut short of their unprecedented 10th notional title by in-state rival, Iowa State. The championship come down to the final match in which an Iowa State wrestler pinned a wrestler from U of I. The women's basketball team missed a trip to the Final Four in Austin, Texas, by one point. They were defeated by Louisiana Tech, the eventual NCAA champions. Although their season ended with a disappointing loss, the Lady Hawks ha d their share of success. They had a record of 26-5 and tied with Ohio State for first in the Big Ten conference. If that wasn't enough to excite the fans, the Hawkeye basketball team proved to the doubtful that yes, fast break basketball is played in Iowa (and played well). The Hawkeyes were ranked as high as number one while never dropping from the top 10 throughout the season. They hushed all skeptics as they raced out to a record 18-0 start the best in Iowa history. ' Dr. Tom Davis, Iowa's first year coach (later named Associated Press coach of the yea r), brought a new dimension to Hawkeye basketball, adding a continuous full court press using as many as 10 players per game . Iowa finished their season with a loss to first-ranked University of Nevada at Las Vegas in the west regional final of the NCAA tournament, three points shy of a trip to New Orleans and the Fina l Four. The loss was painful to Hawkeye fans, but they looked back at that amazing 30-5 season and possibly ahead to more of them. 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Your French Friend, Ginny Vriclynck Tons and tons of gratitude to the "summer staff," Bonnie, Chris, Dennis, Matt (Buck), Jeff (Howie), Cindy and Jacqui . Schultzie Tinwa: Someday maybe I'll get up the nerve to breakdance on the corner of Old Market with you! Keep the faith! Ha! Ha! Love, Isabella Ann (Our little prom queen) Lunch Hour(s) was the best! Our critics were smart! Whenever you see a freshman, think of "friend." W e love you . Chris and Bonnie Happy Ads/ 169 17-0/Seniors Faces You Can't Forget Seniors/ 171 New up, old down Our Town 1987 Council Bluffs, during the 1986-1987 school year was in a growth cycle. New 1 government, new business, new faces, and new controversies over old buildings. The most positive sign was new construction. DIMENSIONS readers will remember the look of Our town, 1987. Woodbury Hill Shopping center was completed this spring with Fitness Plus Health Club and Breadeux Pisa opening first. Shazams are popping up all over town and are the newest way to get cash 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Wickham and Benes building sit idle and nearing demolition, a project that has been riddled with controversey by those hoping to preserve some of the city's old landmarks. 172/ Mini-mag t • i,.H tJC ;. , IPRV \.\I\ - - - The New Redland building being constructed on Broadway will bring business to Council Bluffs, and provide an attractive new building in the downtown area. Council Bluffs Savings Bank's newest location by Mall of the Bluffs was opened this spring. Madison A venue Moll opened this fall and is nearly at full occupancy capacity. Our Town/ 173 Adams, Jacky 41, 60, 61, 62, 120, 153 Albertson, Scot 67, 136 Albright, Jeffrey 133 Alfers, Kathleen 33, 54, 57, 96, 97, 106, 107, 121, 140 Alfers, Tony 65, 78, 86, 101, 133 Andersen, Sgt. Lindsey 111 Anderson, Jonna 54, 153 Andress, Debbie 133 Angeroth, Maryann 59, 153, 170 Arnold, Lizabeth 137, 138 Auen, Michelle 9, 21, 73, 83, 90, 133 Ausdemore, Kevin 133 Avise, Dr. Michael 32, 41, 120, 129, 153, 155 Barnes, J01ime 34, 63, 137 Beckman, Bill 153 Beckman, Kathy 24, 56, 72, 81, 83, 153 Behrendsen, Sheila 22, 106, l 07, 137 Bellus, Kelly 133 Belt, Scott 36, 81, 83, 95, 153 Bernemann, Sheila 73, 133 Berner, Andrew 9, 27, 100, 140 Birusingh, Karen 18, 27, 99, 102, 140 Blizzard, Michelle 18, 128, 145 Blum, Gloria 154, 155 Brabec, Bryan 63, 65, 78, 99, 101, 133 Brisso, Mark 75, 86, 140 Brisso, Michael 58, 86, 137 Brouillard, Duane Brown, Jenifer 60, 62, 73, 83, 90, 91, 102, 133 Buchana n, Matthew 8, 42, 43, 47, 140, 180 ·174 Index Buckley, Brenda 9, 99, 133 Burg, Wendy 12, 137 Burkey, Theresa 18, 33, 49, 106, 107, 145, 151, 180 Campbell, Lorri 133 Carlson, Cheryl 58, 99, 140 Carlson, Steven 145 Chamberlain, Fr. Robert 32, 152, 155 Christiansen, Denni 46, 140, 180 Chullino, Paulett 45, 6 2, 78, 133 Cihacek, Lawrence 133 Clark, Joan 153 Claussen, Kevin 140, 14 1 Coats, Laurie Ann 32, 33, 60, 63, 102, 137 Condon, Mike l 80 Corbaley, Cynthia 72, 137 Corbaley, Joelle 32, 33, 48, 49, 70, 71, 72, 105, 121, 145, 151, 180 Corbaley, Trisha 140 Cornell, Carrie 45 Cox, Haro! d Gene 145 Cox, Richard 84, 140 Crowley, John 33, 35, 140 Daly, Maureen 8, 32, 52, 53, l 04, 105, 129, 145 Davis, James 133 Davis, Sean 10, 27, 53, 95, 99, 140 Dechant, Kristina 5, 32, 47, 106, 107, 140 I 180 DeLaubentels, Eric 140 Deming, Trisha 45, 132 DeMott, Jim 32, 40, 153 Disalvo, Daniel 55, 67, 140 Disalvo, Samuel 145 Dolnicek, Terry 86, 152, 153 Doner, Michelle 137 Dressel, Robert 78, 133 Eberhard, Sally 12, 24, 53, 106, l 07, 145 Eberhard, Susan 72, 90, l 02, 137 Eberhard, Tom 92 Edelbrock, Darcy 72, 137, 138 Edelbrock, Stuart 17, 27, 45, 145 Engler, Jason Evers, Lisa 145 Feekin, Rodney 85, 1.39 Fenner, Matthew 41, 60, 63, 67, 139 Ficek, Becky 5, 26, 32, 46, 47, 72, 73, 89, 106, 107, 140, 180 Ficek, Bonnie 9, 19, 20, 33, 34, 47, 49, 57, 70, 72, 80, 81, 89, 105, 145, 180 Fields, Timothy 44, 45, 60, 67, 100, 101, 145 Fischer, Christopher 19, 20, 29, 42, 43, 66, 67, 86, 87, 100, 129, 145, 148 Fischer, David 144 Fische r, Maureen 78, 96, 105, 133 Fische r, Theresa 25, 7 4, 82, 89, 102 Foste r, Douglas 133, 135 Fox, Kenneth 8, 26, 43, 57, 74, 75, 76, 86, 87, 145 Fox, Leland 21, 67, 145 Geier, Matthew 7, 56, 57, 67, 84, 85, 151 Genereux, Andrea 90, 91, 105, 129, 146 Gene reux, Michael 78, 133 Gier,Bernadette 1 37 Gill, Mike 153 Gillett, Mike 22, 34, 51, 151 Graeve, Molly 137 Graeve, Robert 50, 60, 67, 84, 100, 140 Gray, Susan 32, 33, 55, 81, 140 Green, Richard 35, 99, 126, 140 Green, Sondie 154 Griffis, Michael Gronstal, Gina 106, 107, 137 Gross, Jeffrey 76, 99, 129, 146, 150 Gruber, Steve 180 Gubbels, Julie 8, 36, 41, 44, 60, 61, 98, 99, 146 Haidusek, Sr. Mary Kay 153 Hanafan, Christopher 25, 27, 67, 76, 78, 79, 100, 101, 140 Hannan, Molly 44, 146, 170 Hassett, John 32, 33, 34, 35, 140 Hawk, David 14, 35, 78, 101, 133, 135 Hawk, James 14, 67, 76, 100, 101, 146, 147, 148 rleenan, Mark 12, 13, 49, 51, 60, 61, 76, 77, 100, 101, 146, 170, 180 Heenan, Marsha 45, 60, 99, 131, 133 Hegwood, Jane 51, 153 Helms, Amy 33, 140 Hemmingsen, Lois 126, 155 Hemmingsen, Troy 40, 42, 60, 62, 63, 137 Herbert, Michael 122, 137 Hite, Dawn 40, 106, 107, 137 Hoefler, Fr. Robert 153, 170, 171 Holder, Jack 180 Holder, Jennifer 4, 12, 19, 20, 23, 54, 89, 106, 107, 146 Holder, Julie 40, 81, 82, 88, 89, 137, 139 Holmberg, Trent 30, 32, 33, 67, 76, 78, 79, 86, 137 Holmberg, Troy 8, 32, 33, 67, 78, 79, 84, 85, 86, 129, 146 Honaker, Michael 38, 137 Hovinga, Glen 180 Howard, Jeff 63, 67, 99, 143, 180 Howlett, Angela 33, 49, 129, 146, 180 Hughes, Chris 54, 99, 140 Hughes, Shari 8, 73, 81, 99, l 02, 133 Hunter, Annette 72, 73, 99, 137 Hunter, Daniel 99, 133 Hunter, Robert 140 Hurley, Rev. Edward 152 Jabro, Donald 15, 39, 51, 66, 67, 92, 93, 146 James, Michael 92, 132, 133 Jaworski, Tony 153, 155 Jennings, Jerry 146 Johnson, Jonathan 67, 86, 87, 140 Johnson, Matthew 53, 94, 95, l 00, 146 Johnson, Niki 32, 140 Johnson, Shannon 140 Johnson, Wayne 78, 133 Jones, Adam 34, 63, 75, 92, 133 Jones, Christian 26, 32, 42, 43, 7 4, 75, 86, 140, 170 Jones, Scott 86, 137 Junker, Nicole 133 Kavars, Chad 78, 101, 136, 137 Kava rs, Kemberlyn 62, 78, 96, 105, 133, 134 Kavars, Mike 76, 77, 96, 123, 153 Keefe, Stephanie 19, 20, 27, 32, 33, 43, 70, 72, 81, 105, 146, 148 Keefer, Wayne 52, 74, 75, 86, 137, 138 Kiernan, Fr. James 2 Kippley, George 34, 44, 60, 106, 153, 170 Klein, Todd 40, 86, 137 Klement, Jason 38, 98, 99, 101, 133 Knudsen, Jennifer 41, 73, 96, 133 Koehler, David 8, 27, 43, 92, 93, 129, 148, 151 Koenig, Jannifer 17, 146 Koesters, Mark 32, 35, 153 Konz, Jarod 78, 133, 135 Konz, Matthew 35, 41, 58, 137 Konz, Sheila 133 Krier, Pat 137, 139 Kruse, Anthony 8, 75, 78, 137 Kruse, Jennifer 78, l 05, 133 Lancia!, Kathy 99, 133 Larsen, Jon 17, 45, 140 Larsen, Kari 55, 105, 121, 146, 170 Leber, Al 78 Leber, Ann 12, 18, 27, 53, 99, 146, 148 Leggio, Andrea 60, 62, 75, 78, 133 Leggio, Marilynn 154, 155 Lenihan, Jerard 67, 140 Lenihan, Stephen 137 Lerette, Daniel Lesline, Tammy 121, 137 Litner, Loren 34, 54, 78, 84, 85, 153 Lookabill, Mark 67, 78, 100, 140 Loukota, Robert 44, 58, 137- Malloy, Dan 59, 73, 81, 102, 103, 120, 153 Marshall, Jon 78, 101, 134 Marshall, Ronald 9, 35, 76, 77, 144, 149 Martin, Robert 78, 84, 99, 101, 134 175 Martin, Steven 67, 84, 85, 99, l 00, l 01, 140 Martin, Veronica 40, 96, 97, l 02, 103, 143 Masker, Michael 19, 20, 29, 32, 42, 43, 74, 75, 86, 122, 149 Matuszeski, Michael McClellan, Mary 32, 33, l 04 McCoy, Alicia 8, 35, 36, 49, 80, 81 , 149, 180 McCoy, Julie 32, 33, 55, 126, 140 McDermott, Chad 8, 140, 170 McDonald, Gregory 75, 78, 86, 137 McGinn, Kevin 7, 19, 20, 29, 42, 43, 76, 151 McGinn, Peggy 42, 43, 45, 60, 62, 63, 136, 137, 170 McGinn, Sheila 99, 134 McGuire, Deb 57, 153, 170, 171, 180 Mclellan, Mary 137 McMullen, Douglas 40, 137 McPartland, Nancy 24, 63, I 40, I 80 Mehsling, Ken 78, 86, I 53, I 80 Meyerring, David I 40, I 4 I Miller, Brian 32, 33, 39, I 49 Miller, Carrie 2 I, 23, 43, 7 4, 75, 8 I, 83, 89, I 33, I 34 Miller, John 78, 94, 95, I 43 Miller, Karla 40, 72, 73, 81, 82, 83, 89, 102, 138 Miller, Melanie 19, 20, 50, 53, 70, 96,97, 105, 123, 149 Minor, Timothy 21, 78, 101, 134 Moffatt, Brian 67, 139 Morris, Tracy 13, 143 Morton, Christopher 63, 65, 78, 99, 134 Mueller, Ronald 45, 59, 84, 149 Mullin, Matthew 49, 149, 180, 181 176 Murray, Amy 16, 43, 73, 96, 134 Murray, Daniel 22, 149 Murray, Janet l 06 Murray, Jennifer 55, 143 Negrete, Monica 45, 138, 139 Nelson, Michelle 32, 44, 81 , 97, 101, 102, 108, 110, 111, 115, 11 6, 154 Nelson, Pat 154 Nettles, William 6~, 78, 99, l 0 1, 134 Niebur, Steven 40, 139 Nieland, Patrick 78, 99, 134 Nielsen, Dana 86, 87 Noe, James 78, 134 Oatman, Virgie l 53 Oberdin, Stacy 40, 43, 57, 96, 97, 143 Oberdin, Steve 42, 84, 85, l 0 l , 137, 139 O'Brien, Shelly 62, 74, 75, 89, 134 O'Connor, Brian 23, 42, 43, 67, 78, JOO, 139 O'Connor, John 7, I 8, I 9, 20, 24, 2~ 34, 54, 76, 77, 92, 93, 148, 149 O'Donnel Mary 120 O'Gara, Maureen 6, 7, 18, 32, 33, 54, 105, 143 O'Grady, Greg 32, 33, 66, 67, 86 O'Grady, Scott 67, 143 O'Neill, Patrick 99, 126, 139 O'Neill, Tim 159 Ord, Gordon 120, 121 Ord, Susan 121, 149 Osborne, Barbara 8, 14, 27, 32, 33, 41,43, 49, 60, 61, 65, 74, 75, 88, 89, 129, 149, 170, 180 Parker, Steven 99, 143 Pattee, William 78, 86, 134 Pender, Jill 40, 106, 107, 121, 143 Perry, Robert S. D.D.S. 160 Persinger, Carrie 78, 105, 134 Persinger, Cindy 24, 34, 47, 99, 106, 107, 143, 180 Petersen, Ann Marie 18, 57, 123, 130, 144, 149, 152 Petratis, Cindy 18, 27, 42, 43, 81, 89, 143 Petratis, Mark 36, 67, 92, 93, 147, 149 Petratis, Sharon 83, 134 Petry, Jeremy 16, 43, 79, 86, 101, 123 Phelps, Randall 78, 125, 134 Phillips, Matthew 58, 139 Poole, Daniel 7, 19, 20, 25, 27, 35, 43, 59, 76, 129, 149 Poole , Mary Ann 60, 170, 171 Printy, Wuanita 38, 153 Pursell, Joan 154 155 I Quigley, Beth 8, l 06, 107, 143 Quinze, Lynn l 06, l 07, 143 Ramirez, Penny 19, 20, l 05, 149 Ramirez, Rubin 43, 139 Rangel, Tricia 98, 99, 149 Ratigan, Brian 14, 32, 33, 42, 43, 67, 76, 86, 100, 139 Ratigan, Larry 8, 14, 19, 20, 56, 57, 66, 67, 76, 77, 86, 147, 150 Ravlin, Constance 27, 32, 33, 42, 43,54,81,89, 105, 143 Rawlings, Debra 12, 60, 106, l 07, 146, 150 Rawlings, Jennifer 43, 73, 81, 83, 89, 134 Rethmeier, Chris 134 Rethmeier, Jennifer 55, 143 Rew, Doug 25, 27, 67, 78, 86, 143 Rickard, Dawn 19, 99, l 05, 140, 143, 180 Roane, Donna 9, 12, 13, 32, 33, 80, 81, l 02, l 03, 150 Rohatsch, Brian 50, 67, 150 Romano, Ann 34, 128, 150 Romesburg, Deloris 154, 155 Root, Mark 18, 92, 122, 143 Russel, Ross and Trudy 166 Russell, Harold 155 Ryan, Dan 67, 138, 139 Ryan, Megan 7, 9, 72, 83, 90, 134 Ryan, Thomas 150 Si::ahoka, Helen 155 Schlautman, Doug 41, 99, 134 Schlautman, Melodie 143 Schmida, Corey 92, 134 Schmitz, Jody 40, 57, 90, 99, 143 Schnitker, Nathan 40, 60, 78, 99, l 01, 139 Schulenberg, Brian 134 Schultz, Jeannette 46, 49, 126, 153, 170, 172 Scichilone, Marshall l l, 66, 67, 153 Scott, Dale 67, l 01, 139 Shaver, Daniel 43, 53, 67, 150 Shea, Mark 63, 75, 86, 134 Shea, Timothy 19, 74, 75, 86, 143 Shey, Mary 143 Shorey, John 38, 88, 89, 153 Sillik, Mary Jean 10, 40, 59, 74, 88, 89, 143 Simms, Charles 78, 84, 85, l 0 l, 134 Simon, Daniel 2, 32, 33, 48, 49, 94, 95, 131, 150, 180 Slater, Christopher 9, 48, 49, 52, 92, 93, 150, 180 Slater, Jacqueline 33, 42, 43, 47, 71, 72, 73, 106, 107, 120, 143, 180 Slobodnik, Sherry 74, 75, 89, 139 Slobodnik, Terry 58, 139 Smith, Amy 36, 58, 143 Smith, Jason 23, 67, 86, 139 Smith, Julie 134 Smith, Nancy 33, 57, 70, 71, 89, 150 Smyth, Bill7, 45, 60, 61, 62, 63, 147, 150 Smyth, Thomas 60, 61, 63, 139 Sondag, Michelle 24, 40, 143 Sorrell, Mike 34, 134 Spahr, Glen 180 Sprinkel, Jason 40, 41, 78, 139 Standard, Sean 25, 134 Stander, Angela 49, 150, 180 Staniford, Christopher 134 Stidham, George 168 Stidham, Melissa 41, 45, 60, 61, 104, 105, 150 Storm, Kirk 143 Straka, Henry 7, 84, 143 Struyk,. Doug 19, 59, 67, 94, 95, 143 Suden, Billie 34, 139 Swartz, Caroline 36, 153 Taylor, Erin 73, 134 Thompson, Anne 28, 128, 150 Thompson, Jennifer 25, 45, 60, 62, 134 Thompson, Patrick l 0, 54, 7 4, 75, 86, 143 Thorn, Charles 8, 10, 24, 30, 39, 45, 60, 62, 63, 100, 142, 143, 180 Tighe, Danielle 139 Tobias, Amy 27, 106, 107, 143 Tolliver, Gina 18, 104, l 05, 143 Turner, Joseph 42, 43, 67, 78, 143 Turner, Laura 43, 83, 134 Vallier, Rod 155 VanScoy, John 54, 75, 143 Vriclynck, Virginie 27, 150 Wahl, Rick 67, 153 Walter, Aaron 9, 23, 66, 67, 76, 78, 79, 100, 143 Wandersee, Marilyn 153 Weber, Christine 139 Weber, Lisa 132, 134 West, Sterling 90, 92, 153 Wettengel, Dick 54, 67, 76, 78, 153 Whetstone, Joann 60, 72, l 02, l 03,. 139 White, Kristina l l, 32, 33, 81, l 02, 103, 150 White, Matthew 78, l 01, 134, 135 Wickham, Maureen 26, 33, 35, 49, 80, 81, 102, 103, 129, 151, 180 Wiegman, David 45, 134 Wiegman, Konnie 22, 23, 36, 37, 153 Wiley, Kris 153 Williams, Rick 60, 78, 92, 99, 143 Williams, Robbie 67, 139 Witte Katrina l I, 70, 71 , 88, 89, I 153 Witzke Matthew 78, I 39 Wood, 1 Monica 98, 99, I 02, I 36, 137, 139, 170, 171 Wredt, Donavan 101 Young, Christopher 100, 143 Zimmerman, David 143 Zimmerman, Dawn 26, 15 l, 170 Zimmerman, Timothy 40, 139 177 Co-Editors Assistant Editors Photography Co-Editors Sports Editor Arts and Graphics Business Manager Staff Special Thanks to: . 178/Staff Bonnie Ficek Chris Slater Dennis Christiansen Jeff Howard Matt Buchanan Maureen Wickham Angel Howlett Mark Heenan Matt Mullin Alicia McCoy Theresa Burkey Joelle Corbaley Tina DeChant Becky Ficek Nancy McPartland Barbara Osborne Cindy Persinger Dawn Rickard Dan Simon Jacqui Slater Angie Stander Chuck Thorn Mike Condon Glen Hovinga Jack Holder Steve Gruber Deb McGuire Glen Spahr Ken Mehsling Journalism Dance chaperones Colophon Printing Volume 21 of the 1987 DIMENSIONS was done by the Herff Jones Publishing Company in Marceline, Missouri. The paper stock used in the book is 80 pound Bordeaux. School art on the cover with applied green foil was custom designed by Matt Mullin. The book was printed in its entirety with black ink. Headlines and subheads were set in Chelsea Black in 48, 36 and 18 point. Body copy used was l 0 point Chelsea. Captions were set in 8 point Chelsea. Folios were set in l 0 point. Two Hundred copies of DIMENSIONS were printed. The theme of this year's DIMENSIONS was the show 'biz song, " Another Opening, Another Show." And no matter how great the show, and the enthusiasm of the cast and audience, the show always has a final curtain. Final because the cast, in this case the yearbook staff, has put the last spread in its envelope and closed down the computers on what was a very important year to them. Another staff will take over next year and make their mark on St. Albert The Great Catholic High School in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Some of us won't be back. We'll move on to colleges, careers and even marriages. But the memory of 1987 will never leave. It will remain in the scrapbook of our minds to be looked back upon and remembered with love . Colophon/ 179 Hovinga Photography Glenn Hovinga 322-3422 180 . ( I ' I I I I • • • • • • •• . ' . ' .. 11"'1."'! t .. I I I I I I I 1 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I "- I 1- , ' ... ~ I :- Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource St. Albert High School yearbooks Subject The topic of the resource School yearbooks -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. St. Albert High School (Council Bluffs, Iowa) -- Yearbooks. Description An account of the resource A collection of yearbooks for St. Albert High School. These books were published annually to record, highlight, and commemorate the past year of the school. The years 1967-present are covered in this collection. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource St. Albert High School Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1967-Present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Educational use only, no other permissions given. U.S. and international copyright laws may protect this item. Commercial use or distribution is not permitted without prior permission of the copyright holder. Language A language of the resource English Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Language A language of the resource English Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Scanned from a loaned copy. Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. 1987 St. Albert High School Yearbook 1987 Annual SAHS schools St. Albert High School Yearbook https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/98ea65b7872a017dac7c8d4cb40ea8d8.pdf fe2416fd3c913941e75053901038c121 PDF Text Text ~\\ IY~~ 1966 ... -- ~4/!I\\~~ wijrmr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ~tuhent 1.Gif r . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ®rgautzatious & i\rahrmirs . ~ 28 ~ p o r t .a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 ®ur §perial IDtmrs . . . . . . 98 Q!la.a .a e .a . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 i\hmintstratinu . . . . . . . . 160 i\hurrtinrmeutn . . . . . . . .. 164 herish the Past • • • The time had finally come. St. Albert's twentieth anniversary was upon us. It was a time to reflect on perhaps the single-most influential factor in our development, the time spent at St. Albert Central Catholic High School. Throughout the following pages of St. Albert's twentieth anniversary edition of DIMENSIONS, we focused our attention on who we were, and who we would become. We captured the essence of St. Albert by realizing the past and dreaming about the future . In cherishing the past, we realized the struggles, challenges, and accomplishments of those who walked the halls of Sr. Albert before us: past facu lty and administrators, and the students who gathered heri: f r an education that was "A step above the rest." In embracing the future, we recognized the Employees of Hawkins Construction Company began to lay the fou ndation of the school's gymnasium in July of 1963. One of two fir trees planted in front of the main entrance twenty yea rs ago, was only 4-feet ta ll. Twenty yea rs later and twenty feet taller, the fir towers above the main entrance. 2/Theme hopes and dreams th at wo uld ca rr y us through the rest of our lives. With a solid high school education behind us, we could strive fo r the best in ourselves and reach fo r the highest star. This is what we, the 1986 DIMENSIO NS staff, have tried to remember to do. Cherish the past . . . Embrace the fu ture. Kelly Blu m '86 accepts communion from Fr. Hurley at the Homecoming mass. Embrace the Future Fr. Daniel Deleham checks over the school's newly built science lab before the school opened. Theme/3 herish the Past On April 15, 1963, 150 people gathered at the top of a quiet hill to take part in the groundbreaking which symbolized the commencement of construction for St. Albert The Great Central Catholic High School. This school has had a much greater impact on the Catholic Community of Council Bluffs than was ever anticipated by its founders. The doors opened in 1964, and St. Albert's first student body was a coinstitutional class of freshmen only. Those students, along with dedicated teachers and administrators began the tradition of academic excellence with an emphasis on religious teaching, spiritual unity, and unsurpassable school spirit. That unity and spirit continued, and the Class of '86 is now ready to assume their place among the ranks of proud alumni. Lori Phelps, '86 said, "I feel that I have left all of my friends and the special closeness of the school, and also some really great teachers." Kelly Blum, '86 said, "More than anything, I'm leaving behind my close friends that I've spent great times with during my high school years." Both would agree, however, that good-by is not a term used among friends. So as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we carry on the tradition that began with the Class of '66. Yet, the Class of '86 will leave behind a part of them that will be carried on by future generations. This is the true tradition. And this is how the quiet foothill has been transformed into a mountain of memories and love that will be cherished forever. A new member of St. Albert's facu lty welcomes a group of students in late August, 1964. Monsignors Thomas]. Costin, Thomas ]. Moriarty, and Albert Davidsaver participate in the groundbreaking of St. Albert Catholic High School, May 16, 1963. 4/Theme Fr. Dani el Delehanr conve rses with two St. /\lbe rr stu de nts. Theme/ 5 Connie Persinger '86 poses by a car displayed in Chicago that captures the essence of the futu re with its ae ro dynamics. 6/Therne .. Donald Dean J abro '87 demonstrated his expe rtise in his Sch hour computer class. Troy Hemmingson '89, a budding entertainer, displays his talent and charis· ma on stage. Construction for "Mall of The Bluffs" began in 1985 . ~-- ~-~!:-- .-;:...;~ ..... ,,Q, ' ... - ~- . . Looking into the future seemed to be scary, but as the future became reality, happy and sad times took the place of being frightened. Jacque Slater, '88, who wasn't frightened about the future said, "My goal in life is to have a career in medicine, or maybe become the first woman President of the United States. Vote for me!" The first day of kindergarten was a day parents looked forward to with reluctance. But as time passed and people grew, the future became something to look forward to ... because it was the beginning of the rest of our lives. Troy Hemmingsen, '89 has already started to dream about his future. "I really want a ·t: mbrace The Future ......-::;__ ·- ,,,-- . - --- .:::...:_~~ _-::- -- - --- - - - - - break in show business - even at my age," he said. "I love to sing and dance, and I'm crazy about '50's music." Graduation seemed to be a stepping stone on the road to the future , and many people didn't know exactly where they would be going or what they would be doing, and that was scary. Karl Rohling, 'S6 remained optimistic, however. 'T d like to get a degree in aerospace engineering, veterinarian medicine, or law," he said. 'Td like to go to Notre Dame or somewhere in the east, because I'm searching for a little more cultured atmosphere. That's probably because I'm kind of unique and I like trying new things." Theme/ 7 Student Life he Bond of Friends Will Last Forever "Two who walk a road together walk farther than someone alone." A friend helps pull you over those sky-high mountains in your path through life ... and helps pull you out of the chuckholes too. They are there when all you need is a hug and a smile, and they undesstand that need. Friends can dry up tears and somehow make the sun shine again. Friends share your disappointments and your victories. They understand how much that game meant, and they know just how to celebrate your eighteenth birthday with style. High school memories are made with your best friends - freezing football games, doubling to dances, cruising broadway, cramming for finals, and that frantic last day of school. For the Class of '89 this was the first year to walk that road, and along that journey they will make the memories that they will cherish forever. The Class of '86 came to the end of their road. This was the last year to make those memories, and the first for promises of "We'll keep in touch." But even if we are not together in body, we will always be friends in spirit. We will carry with us fo rever, the memories and the love as we travel down the road .. . together. 8/Studenr Life Friendship has always been impo rtant to the srudenrs of St. Albert, as demonstrated by these coeds in 1964. Teachers and students can be close fri ends too. Maria Papazian, '86 smil es pleasantl y as art teacher, Deb McGuire stops to say "hi ." Ronni Martin, ·ss. Penny Ramirez, '87, and Ann Petersen, '87 say, "Smile, we're all friends he re1" Candidates fo r "Queen Frenchtoast" J ack ie Leggio, '86 and Tammy J ones, also '86, embrace as they nea r t he " top five." Friendship/ CJ Gett in Into the 60' s Groove Every year there is a change in fashion. Styles come and styles go. The 1960's "look" was resurrected in the 1980's. Bobbed hairstyles along with flattops, stirrup pants, straight skirts, and plain white canvas tennis shoes were constantly seen. "I go with the GQ/Preppy look, whatever is in style," said Dan Poole, '87. Unisex dressing was a very popular trend in the 1985-86 school year, and girls were seen wearing their fathers' old sweaters and shirts. Laurie Nettles, '86 commented, "I love clothes and I wear whatever I want, not just because it's in!" Shoes' Snoes! Shoes! Shoe styles varied from paisley print to wricren·on tennis shoes! JO/Fashion Big and long were the key words for 1985- 86, demonstrated in oversized sweaters and long skirts as the new fads. Frequently seen prints were paisley and pl.ml. Many students checked out local thrift scores for cheap cardigans, trench coats, and old-fashioned jewelry. "I feel people should wear whatever they want and what they are most comfortable in," said Chad McDermott, '88. Whatever "look" srudents at St. Albert chose, they definitely had fun wearing what was best for them! Students from 1965 show-off their interpretation of style. A familia r sight in 1985-86 - stirrup pants! "We" ve got style! " Anne Olsen '86, Troy Hemmingson '89, Su Niebu r '86, Laurie Nettles '86, and Jaime Barnes '89 pose for the camera at Central Park Mall in Omaha. "Hey, chis one's on sa le!" Juniors Jean Ca rl in, .Ju lie Gubbles and Tricia Rangel shop for bargains ac Mau rices ·in che Midlands Mall. Old fas hioned jewelry worn by che girls was seen quire frequemly as displa)•ed ac Second Chance in che Old Market in Omaha. Tom Smyth '89, shops at Brandeis in the Midlands Mall for a sweater that seems to have caught his eye. Fashion/11 Fabulous Freedom ... Weekends T.G.I.F., "Thank God Ir's Friday," was a phrase that echoed in school hallways everywhere from 1966 and 1986. The weekend was that two and a half-day rime warp that allowed us to recharge our minds and bodies after a week of mental, academic, and social pressure. Ir was a rime to rest and relax, yet everyone wanted to cram as much as possible into that little cocoon of rime. Activities ranged from arhleric events, dares, movies, parries, cruising, shopping, or just reading a good book. The list was endless. Jason Smith '89 said, "Weekends give me a chance 'to get away' after a long week and be with friends that I don't have classes with or that go to other schools." Howeve r the time was spent, everyone seemed to be revived on Monday; ready to tackle a new week, and muddle through Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and finally, Friday, again. Lynne Murray '86 said, "Ir's nor that I don't want to be in school over the weekend roo, bur cruising up and down Broadway on Friday and Saturday nights gives my life that little extra plus!!" 12/Weekends Dawn Ri ckard ·ss catches up on missed sleep-time Satu rday morning, due t0 a busy week at school. Read ing a good book on a lazy Sunday afte rnoon is Penny Ramirez. Bummed out after a long, hard week. Connie Persinge r '86 rela xes in fronr of the T.V. on a Friday nig ht. Laurie Nerrl es, Amy Bremmer, Cynd)' Berriman, and Alyce Ru ssell laug h it up as chey make plans fo r che weekend. Posting a 13-0 win over TJ.. Sc. Albert foot ball games dominated many wee kends ac th e scare of ch e 1985-86 sc hool yea r. Central Park M all was a frequentl y visited am accion fo r many Sc. Al bert scu dencs th roughou t th e yea r. 14/Work Taking a brief break from his drug deliveries is Dan Poole, '87 who humorously talks to Con Drug Store owner, Ron Schultz. Not only will you receive your food from the Burger King drive through, but also a friendly and welcome smile from Shirley Tobias, '86. Guilt y o r not g uilty ? ls Kari La rsen, '87 serving a customer, o r is she ready to sneak a tasty treat on rhc job at Dairy Queen. J ust take a look at those eyes! J ennife r Ogg, '86 g ives a customer her friendl y smile as she sacks g roceries at Hy-Vee Food Store. Eng rossed in his wo rk at the Mad ison Ave nue H y-Vee, Tom Dana la, '86 checks out a custo mer. Juggling Jobs Is No Joke For students at St. Albert, weekends have been, and always will be, a time to wind down, relax, and take a break from the pressures of the school week. But for a growing number of students, it was a time to climb out of those St. Albert uniforms and into work uniforms. While your friends were looking forward to games, parties, and sleeping in, you were looking forward to long hours, hats that never seemed straight, and rushing through the front door just in time to punch in and realize you had forgotten your name tag. There were advantages to joining the working force , such as making new friends, learning responsibility, and new skills, and the pay-check as the result of your efforts. And, said Barb Osborne '87, employ.ed at Tastee Treat, "Work takes your mind off school." Rob Hunter '88, employed at the Crescent Lounge, fo und another advantage. "I like the opportunities to chase women!" But the disadvantages were not to be overlooked either. Long and/or late hours could leave a student behind in homework, and many found their grades falling. Said Kevin McGinn '87, employed at the Madison Hy-Vee store, "I never get off work wh n I am upposed to, so it gets in the way of my grad~s." The advantages and disadvantages of holding a part-time job were the same fo r St. Albert students today as St. Albert students of the past. It all came down to deciding what was best for you. Work/ 15 I I I 16/Food Burger King is "finger-lickin ' good," demonsrrates Ch ris Slate r '87. whi le Dan Simon '87 slu rps in ag reement. T he strip deve lopment along Broadway provides hungry teens with a va riety of fast food choices. Amy Bremmer '86, quenches her thirst wit h the every -popu lar an d always c hang ing Coca-Cola. "No Dawn , you ca n't share my lunch with me ," says Ange l Howlecc '87, as she prepa res co chow down in the school cafeteria. Dawn Hite '89 and Annette Hunter '89 en joy one o f the alltime fa vorites, pan pizza at Pi zza Hut. "Um' Scrumpdillicious" says Eri ca Nielsen '86, as her mouth wa ters fo r a vanilla ice cream at the DQ. (!)nee a Fad • • • Always a Fad Since the beg inning of high school, students have found some place to go after school and on weekends to meet their friends and eat. They go to relax and have fun . Connie Ravlin, "8 ~, for example, said, "I like Burger King because that's where the good-looking g uys are. It's funn y laughing at the nerds and I, of cou rse, like the fries and the shakes." The place to go has changed quite a bit over the years since St. Albert opened. Back in 1966, Ewalds was THE place to go. It offered food , fun , and friends. It was a hangout to go see who was with whom, show off souped-up cars, or just to drive past to be seen. Over the yea rs this changed , and accord ing to a poll of 100 St. Albert students, Burger King was the "in" place to go in 1986. "It's the place to meet new, fun, and exciting people," affirmed _Su Niebur, '86. Popular foods, drinks, and nice restaurants changed also. Students enjoyed eating at Pizza Hut and drinking a soda. They also enjoyed going to Maxine's for their special dates. Lisa Evers, '87, likes Maxine's because it it neat, rich-looking, and classy. Karen Menges, '86 says that Burger King is out for her, but that Maxine's is definitely in. Fads from 20 years ago came back, however, and cheap hamburgers and Cherry Coke once again were in demand. And some things should never change ' The makers of Coca-Cola found out the hard way. They removed the original flavor Coke from the market and public outcry forced the re-introduction of"Classic Coke." Teens now had their choice of Classic Coke, or any of the varieties top-competitor, Pepsi Cola had to offer. The "in" place to go will never stay the same, it changes with the changing generations. But the need for a place to go to have fun and meet with friends will never change . .. Once a fad , always a fad. Homecoming Hilarity '85 Each year, Homecoming reminds us of past years and the experiences du ring those years. This year, students kept tradition and also added a few new ideas. As all the alumni before them, students began their Homecoming week with special activities. Beginning on September 30, students chose the theme "Wild 'n Crazy," and dressed up in costumes from housewives to rock stars. On "Toga Tuesday," students participated in the Roman tradition of wrapping themselves in sheets. Wednesday, the students dressed as "Opposites," with the girls digging through their dads' closets and the guys sc rounging something of their mothers' that would fit them. St. Albert pride and spirit was shown on Thursday by wearing green and gold for "Spirit Day." Friday, students dressed up in their Sunday best and joined together in the gym for the annual Homecoming mass celebrated by Fr. Kiernan. Thursday night at the pep rally the Homecoming Court was recognized. The new royalty was Queen Lynne Murray, and her court, Amy Geier, Ann Henderson, Tammy Jones, Kim Mauer, and Maria Papazian. King Ed McGill was attended by Korey Culjat, Vince Rew, Karl Rohling, Rex Romano, and J eff ~hu dak . Special activities were also held at the football field. Class contests were held, bur floats were nor built this year. Student Council President, Vince Rew, said, "floats were a waste of time, effort, and money fo r rhe few who participate in them." 18/Scudenc Life This seemed to be the general feeling, though some students did ob ject to breaking the tradition. Falcon fans filled the bleachers Friday evening to cheer the foorball players on tO a 10-6 victory over Cathedral. The special week ended on Saturday night with the Homecoming Dance, held in the gym with the music of Soundsa tional. I Sherrr Slobod ni k and hekla llchrendsen adjust the ir 'htets duri ng I lomt oming·s Toga Tuesday Anne Olsen give; her spec ia l friend , Maria Papazian. :t «mgrat u l.111nns hug. Seniors Jackie Leggio, Kris Martin, and Tammy Jones let the kid in them shine through. Senior Homecoming court (from left) Lynne Mu rray. Amy Geier, Tammy Jones. Maria Papazian, Ann Henderson, Kim Mauer. seem re be saying "'Okay, where are the boys' " Homecoming/ 19 Seniors Su Niebur, Ron Barszcz, Vince Rew, Gigi Varner, and James Sebghati pose for the camera with big eyes! "Be sure co smile boys," seems co be what Phocographer Jack Holder is saying co freshmen Ruben Ramirez, Brian Ratigan, and Troy Hemmingsen. 20/Scudenc Life Hey lovebirds - Me rry Christmas' Ju nio r Mi che ll e Blizza1d and friend Do ug Wildner live it up to the dance theme, 'M istl etoe Mag ic ' ' Couples and sing les boogie to the runes during rhe fest ive occasion. De b Rawlings 'R7 and Andrea G enereux '87 lavish it up as they dance the nig ht away. Fres hman g irls get do wn at rhe Christmas Dance' M istletoe Magic MISTLETOE MAGIC Twas the night of the Christmas Dance And all throug h the school, There was fun and excitement For the students were playing it cool! On Saturday, December 14, the annual journalism-sponsored Christmas Dance was held. This year's theme was "Mistletoe Magic!" The cafeteria was decorated with streamers, balloons, and mistletoe hanging from the ceiling. You might even say that a few of the students took advantage of the mistletoe. "If I was a parent, I'd rather have my kid making out at a school dance and not in the back seat of a car," said senior Maria Papazian, in defense of the public display of affection (better known at pda). As usual, the breathalizer was ready and waiting for any students suspected of intoxication, but happily, no one was questioned. Music was supplied by Soundsational and pictures were raken by Jack Holder. This year's chaperones were Mike Kavars, Jeannette Schultz, Fr. Robert Hoeffler, Crsula Tetzlaff, Jonna Andersen, Sister Mary Kay, and Marilyn Wandersee. Christmas, as most people agree, is a very busy and fun-filled season. With all the excitement going on it's really a neat experience to see the SA students get together with their friends and enjoy an early Christmas bash! All in all, it appeared that most of the students were really having a good tim , and the evening was filled with early Christmas spirit! "I had a lot of fun, and I thought it was really neat," said senior Susie Bartholomew. Ch ristmas Dance/ 21 Senio r cheerleaders Lyn ne Murray and Amy Honaker get ready co pass out their va lentines and carnations. Cyndy Berriman '86, looks for the lutky recipient of her next valentine. 22/Srudenc Life Su N iebur '86 is about co rece ive a fl ower from chee rleade r, Al yce Russell '86. Valentine's Day • • • Straight From the Heart u Cyndy !Jerriman '86, searches for a Oowe r and a message to match while Kari Larsen '87, gives one away. Chee rl eader Penny Ramirez '87, smiles as she watches a fellow worker make her valentines. How would you tell that special someone, "I love you? " For many students this year at St. Albert, they would say, "send 'em a flower," which is exactly what many of them did. Again this year, the varsity cheerleaders sold carnations with a message attached for $1 and valentines for 50¢. A white carnation represented a lasting friendship, pink symbolized an innocent crush, and red - true love. Making all of those special valentines took a lot of hard work, but the general consensus from the cheerleaders was, "It was well worth it!" They spent first and second periods delivering flowers and valentines to to all the love-struck victims of the cupid 's arrow. Even though the valentine sales profit was lower this year than usual, spirits were high and smiling faces were seen throughout the halls of the school on Friday the 14th. Along with the carnations and valentines, many students received balloon-a-grams and various other tokens of affection from family, friends, or sweethearts from other schools. The Valentine Dance, hald February 7, was another special day. Following tradition, it was a gi~ls ask guys dance and the turnout was good. If you missed out or forgot about Valentine's Day this year, you missed guite arrear. Bur there is always next year to show the one you love just how much you care. Valentine's Day/23 1986 Prom Queen Maria Papa1ian and K ing Fred G rote. Couples dance ro the btat provided br Suppl)' and Demand. Pro-llowler ( hm Slater lets one i;o durini; post-prom aui' ities. 2'!/Student Life {:ome Sail Away Purple, pink, and silver were the colors chosen by the junior class tO deco rate the theme of the Junior/ Senior Prom, COME SAIL AW A Y. SUPPLY AND DEMAND was the band selected to play the latest hits at the May 3 gala. The festivities began in the St. Albert gymnasium at 9 p.m. The coronation of King Fred Grote and Queen Maria Papazian was at 10:30 p.m., and the conclusion of the dance came at the bewitching hour of 12 o'clock midnight. Bur the fun was just beginning! The Class of '86 rented the skating rin k from 1 to 3 a.m. Then came bowling from 3 to 5 a. m. The fun continued as prommers feasted at the Post-Prom-Party-Breakfast hosted by junior class parents. Door prizes were awarded at all of the events, ranging from gift certificates to cash prizes to a black and white television set. The prom was brought to a memorable close as srudents celebrated the mass together. The focus of the event was for parents and stu - dents to be in partnership and to "live to see the dawn.'" Support to this concept was the signing of a contract to "celebrate straight. " The junior class provided the graduating seniors with a beautiful evening that brought their years at St. Albert tO a high point ... an evening that will live on in their memories always. Posing fo r a prom pictu re are - Front Row: James Sebghati and Cris Schmitz. 2nd Row: Andre• Genereux and Tom Eberhard. Back Row: Dave Smyth, Laurie Nettles. Ron Barszcz and Gigi Varne r. The Prom theme was expressed in a mural done by !\•like Maske r and Man Mullin. Prom/2S Michell e Johnson pleads wirh Jody fo r just one more dance before rhe nighr ends. Norene Smith gers down co rhe runes of SUPPLY AND DEMAND. 26/Studenr Li fe Krisri Mi chal rries ro remember where she lefr her dare. -e. Al yce Russe ll and Eric cake a moment ro look ar rhe camera du ring a slow clan Kevin McGinn escorts 13arb Osborne as they are part of the Prom Court. Post-Prommers skate the night away at Roll er Rena Easr. Chris later gives Bonnie Ficek a hug as Prom night conrinues. One. two, three. one. two. three - That·s it. Tim. I think you got it. Prom/27 Organizations and Academics Cherish the Knowledge Embrace the Wisdom Teachers and administrarors began a selfstudy prepararory tO the North Central Association evaluation, better known as the NCA. The evaluations allow schools to take a good hard look at themselves and see where they need to improve, or to determine what they are doing right. The NCA then follows up by sending a team of evaluators to further assist the school. By taking part in such a process, (which takes nearly two years), St. Albert rook positive steps to improve in specific areas, particularly academics. Upgrading academics is not the only priority for St. Albert. Preparation for life after hig h school is, and always has been, an important facet. of the educational process. Student organ1 zattons and academics are partners in that preparation. Some people think they are just clubs to belong to because you r friends do, or maybe because membership in them makes you more popular. Some students think extracurrirnlar activities look impressive on college applications or on job resumes. . Many people think that joining an organizatton is too time consuming, but really it is an opportunity to do something for your school or even for your community. Getting to know 28/0rganizations and Academics people and having an enjoyable time, and yet accomplishing something for someone else is also motivation to join. Some organizations like National Honor Society or Quill and Scroll are selective, and therefore, a privilege to be accepted into. You're not chosen just for grades, but also for leadership and service to your community. Membership in these organizations, of course, does look impressive o n college applications, but the most important reason for belonging is to help students be - come better individuals. Many organizations have changed over th e years. For example, cheerleading try-o uts were held twi ce this year instead o f once, allowing more girls to participate. Also, student council became involved in decision-making with ad - ministrators. Rick Colpitts, a 1979 grad uate of Sr. Albert said , ""The organizations now are better and there are more of them now than when I was in school." As each year goes by, the groups grow and change. In another few yea rs who knows what metamorphosis will take place ? The important thing to remember is that the g rowth expe rience provided in organizations and academics will never change. A picture from the past, Mike Gill assists journalism students in 1972 as they prepare la)' outs and copy fo r publica ti on. Lisa Cl aussen "86, ra kes th e finishing touches o n her flute solo fo r the annual Christmas concert. I .. J aime Barnes, '89, takes an MTV break from his library skills class. Better not let M rs. Angeroth catch you. J aime' J ames Sebghari, '86, "does time" in the school office. Actually. J ames is performing service hou rs to quality for 'ational Honor Society. " Is there a problem here girls)" Mrs. Andersen lends a helping hand ro two of her shorthand students, seniors Anne Olsen and Karen Menges. Juniors J ean Ca rlin. Tricia Rangel. and Angie Stander goof o ff in front o f the ca mera to get away from the everyday pressures of their shorthand class. Di vision Page/ 29 - New Leadership • Inspiration • • New What does Student Council do anyway? A lot of things! They organized the kick-off of the magazine drive, including an assembly to boost our spirit and make salespeople out of all of us. Student Council president, Vince Rew, even vowed that if he didn't sell six magazines, he'd dress up in a girl's uniform for a week. They sponsored all the homecoming festivities, including the fun-filled pep rally and dance. The Student Council, through the years, has always been an important part of St. Albert. They were a connection between the student body and the administration. The Student Council suggested many ideas that would never have come to be without their help. Barb Osborne said, "The Student Council has done more this year than any other, and the people are more involved." The Rev.James Kiernan, Student Council sponsor, said, "The Student Council, unlike the past years, has actually held the position of a student council. They have taken a consultative position to the administration. I was impressed with the quality of the officers. They have been responsive and concerned with the people and put in a lot of time." Besides Rew, other officers were vice-president, Rex Romano and secretary-treasurer, Ann Henderson. Kiernan said, "Student Council really became a positive part of St. Albert, and showed this through their many accomplishments." And oh, by the way folks, Rew did sell his six magazines. 30/0rganizations and Academics Freshman Stu dent Co uncil member, Brian Ratigan, with the help o f good budd ies, Brian O ' o nnor and T roy Hemmingsen, give solid support to Steve O berd in who demo nstrates how to p ut yo ur head in a hoop. J unior class representati ves and o fficers rry a new way of looking at th ings. From left: M ike Masker, Ken Fox, Chris Fischer, Kevin McGinn, and Barb Osborne. • Sophomore class representatives and office rs show their scuff in the gym. From left: Jacqui Slate r, on top: Charlie Thorn , Cindy Petratis, John Hassen, Christian Jones, and Becky Ficek. Student Council members take a break and relax on the gym floor. Climbin R g to new heigl ts· I d I · hi" 1 in ea ers 11p are seniors, from top left: Gigi Varner Karl urri~g , Amy Honaker. Bottom left: Norene Smith, Amy Geier, and Lynne Student Council/31 Brain Bowl members from left front row· Troy Holmb '87 G. · y '86 . , • · erg , 1g1 arner , Dan Simon 87, Teresa Andress '86 Karl Rohling '86 to D ·d s h '86 • , p row: av1 myt Scott Hoffman '86, Coach Jim Demott, James Sebghati '86. ' Dr. Avise'. Lisa Skow, Tammy Jones and other National Honor Society members wait t0 give their yellow roses tO new members. 32/0rganizations and Academics Brain Bowlers seniors David Smyth, Karl Rohling, J ames Sebghati, and Teresa Andress prepare fot the next question during competition. Success • • • Scholarship and Skill · · · · T Su Niebur Sec retary Norene NaC1onal Ho no r Soc iety senior office rs: Vice-presi dent Lisa Claussen, reasurer ' Smith, and President Karl Ro hling. N · l H · l H l '87 Donna Roane '87 Lisa Claussen '86 ano na o nor Society members: from left, bottom row; Ange ow en , . . . ' . ' Maureen Wickham '87, Maureen Daly '87, Nancy Smith '87, Tammy J ones '86, Kns Ma'.nn 86, Step ~1e Keefe '86; middl e row; Brian Miller .87, Lisa Skow '86, J ames Sebg hati '86, Teresa Andress 86, Su N1ebur 86, Barb Osborne '87.Joelle Corbaley '87, Arny Ho naker '86,J acqui Slater "88, Theresa Burkey '87; cop row; Troy Holmberg '87.J ohn Hassett '88, Norene Smith . 86, Cris Schmitz '86, Sue Bartholomew '86, Ka rl Rohl111g 86,J enrnfer Ogg 86. Bonnie Ficek "87, Becky Fi cek '88, and Kath y Alfers ·ss. On March 19, St. Albert students and parents gathered in the gym for the traditional National Honor Society induction. New members were selected from the crowd by present members and given a yellow rose. New inductees were sophomores Kathy Alfers, Becky Ficek, J ohn Hassett, Jacqui Slater; juniors Theresa Burkey, Maureen Daly, Bonnie Ficek, Stephanie Keefe, Brian Miller, Barb Osborne, Nancy Smith; seniors Sue Bartholomew, Amy Honaker, Kris Marrin, Jennifer Ogg, James Sebghati, and Cris Schmitz. NHS president Karl Rohling, presided, and Fr. Edward Hurley and Dr. Michael Avise spoke. This year NHS inducted Fr. Hurley as an honorary member, and presented him with a NHS pin and plaque for his dedication and service. On April 2, a second ceremony was held for two students who were unable to attend the first ceremony. Vice-president of NHS Lisa Claussen, secretary Norene Smith, treasu rer Su Nie bur and Teresa Andress each gave a speech on the fo ur qualities that a NHS member must possess - scholarship, character, service, and leadership. Two days later another scholastic team was testing their abilities. The St. Albert Brain Bowl team competed at Peru, Nebraska. This special gro up of people received little recognition for rhe rime and effort spent on their 'sport'. Team members were juniors Troy Holmberg and Dan Simon; seniors Teresa Andress, Karl Rohling, Scott Hoffman, J ames Sebg hati, David Smyth, and Gigi Varner. Coach J ames DeMott is a three-year veteran. Senior Gigi Varner thought Brain Bowl was fun even though they only competed once . David Smyrh and Karl Rohling, who were dubbed the "Twin Towers", led the Brain Bowl to a strong victory at Peru . Brain Bowl and HS/ 33 Journalism Deadlines & Dedication • • • Copy, layouts, phoros and deadlines are all essential parts of putting rogether an informative newspaper and yearbook. But people are the key ingredient. With a new year came new ideas, and the administration approved the offering of two journalism classes. This also allowed some juniors tO hold editorial positions. Sue Hotz '86, said, "It's great because they gain experience for next year." Having two classes also allowed for a growth experience for beginners. After the first semester, the junior students tried their wings in production and began t0 contribute tO both newspaper and yearbook. Unlike many schools.who support separate staffs, SA journalism students produced both the yearbook and newspaper, causing numerous time conflicts and additional stresses. Dan Simon "87, sa id , "J ournalism can be a ve ry time consuming activity. But that time is necessary to put out top class productions." Journalism, like many other field s, requires a certain amount of specialization. Graphics, for instance, is a talent that is inva luable. Matt Mullin spent many hou rs designing layouts and graphics fo r both the ACCIPITER and DIMENSIONS. Mullin '87, sa id, ··r enjoyed drawing, so journalism gave me a chance tO explore new areas." Sue Horz was the roken senior in the beginning journalism class. She contributed her typing skills, which put her in great demand among the junior students. New journalism students nor only improved their writing abilities by in itiating and wming their own articles, but gained valu able experience by conducting their own interviews and doing research to get the complete story to their readers. Maureen Wickham '87 sa id, "It took a lot of hard work. but in th ~ end , it was worth it." ~4/ ga niz tion s and Aca demics Mi chelle Bl111arc.I and Ani-:d 1 lowlw di't u" rht for mat o f their layouts. Matt Mu llin H7 work , on ~r.1pl11l) for the 1e,1rhook. Ad visor Jta nnett t Schult 1 proofreads copy fm the newspaper with 13onnit Ficek. Chris Slate r. Maureen \Vi ckha111 . Mark 1 letnan. and t\ li cia McCov. Da n Simon t.t kes a c1uitt 1nn111c·nt tll him,tlf ro read ove r his cop) for the i\Oi\ P/\REll. Yout h (orps t olurn n. .. Is she kiddin,c: fin d 'om cth in ~ in this pile of 1unk !. 1okes Al icia McCO\' ro soph\1more l. rnne ()uinze . Be,c:innin.~ .Journalism/ 15 Dimensions, Accipiter, Quill & Scroll The 1985-86 school year was a year of change for the journalism department. The familiar face of Diane Guill was missing, bur a new advisor, Jeannette Schultz, was on the scene. This was her first year of reaching. "'For starring our primarily as an English reacher, I think I've really come a long way in journalism, even though I have a very long way to go," she said. "This year has been a great learning experience for me." One of the changes this year was a split of the class. Senior editors were in one class and junior co-editors were in the other class. For some, this worked our very well, while others found it almost impossible to cope with. With a spirit of cooperation, by the end of the year it all worked out well. The yearbook and newspaper staffs both worked hard and used their special creativity. Fewer editions of the newspaper were published this year, but not because newspaper is less important than yearbook. Because of the ongoing nature of yearbook on a daily basis, it gets more publicity. SA takes a great deal of pride in its publications, and because of this pride, many students continue ro get involved in journalism. One area of involvement is Quill and Scroll Honor Society, an organization for outstand - ing journalists. To be an active member, a student must be a junior or senior in the uppe r third of their class ranking at the rime of selection, and must display outstanding qualities in their school publications. Quill and Scroll members are recommended by the teacher-advisor, and the secretary-treasu rer of the national organization. St. Albert had two current members for the year, Norene Smith and Lisa Skow, and on Monday, April 4, a warm welcome was extended to new members, Michelle Blizzard, Theresa Burkey, Joelle Corbaley, Bonnie Ficek, Dan Simon, and Maureen Wickham. Amy Bremmer finali ze her lasr prea rl for che yea rbook. and This was a year of learning for both teacher and staff, but as the pace quickened, so did the momentum, and the job was done. Connie Persinger whines through a t~ ping assignment in order ro meet a deadl ine. 36/0rganizations and Academics Michelle J ohnson and Al)'ce Russell ger help from advisor. J eannette Schu lr z, pick ing our a picrure ro fir the right mood in a yearbook spread. The 1985-86 senior journalism class pose for a parring shor roµerher as rhe year comes ro a close. From lefr: Angie Stander (roken junior in rhe class). Norene Smith. Mi che ll e Johnson. Cy ndy Berriman. Ah-ce Russell. Lisa Skow. Laurie Nettl es. Connie Persinger. and Vince Rew. Vine~ Rew gathers ,·aluable information from Rex Romano for a yearbook ror)'. Advanced .Journalism/)7 Is that a famou s guitar player> No, he's the one and onl y Ron Muell er, the infamous lead guitar for the S.A. band. Sue Ord and Mike Herbert get their "bones" in tune during their regular 04 rehearsal. 38/0rganizations and Academics Mr. "Kip" Kippley, band direccor, lives up co his "fea rless leader" image by clenching his fist and showing the band who's in charge. Band ... A Beat In tlie ~ight Direction David Zim merma n demonstrates what concentration rea ll r is. while plaring his trumpet du ring a pre-game performance at the football stad iu m. Mr. Kippley and band members entertain growing crowds at home games during the 1985-86 season. Spirit ___ Enthusiasm . . . Pep ... These are three words that describe the 1985-86 Junior/ Senior High concert and pep band at St. Albert High School. "I look forward to band everyday, and our audiences at games and concerrs really seem to enjoy our performances," said Lisa Claussen '86. The band consisted of eighteen junior high members and sixteen senior high members. They performed under the direction of George "Kip" Kippley. "Mr. Kippley had a knackfor drawing out the band's full potential," said Dave Zimmerman '88. The band continued to make marked improvement under Kippley's direction. The pep band was seen performing at various pep rallies, football and basketball games. The concert band performed their annual winter and spring concerrs along with the concert choir and Les Musiques. Throughout the year, selected members tried out and were chosen for various honor bands and contests in Southwest Iowa and Nebraska. This year students participated in the U.N.O. Honor Band, the Southwest Iowa Honor Band Association (SWIBA), and the Nebraska Centennial Conference (NCC), which was held in the St. Albert gymnasium. There were many changes in the music department that were very beneficial for the students. The budget for the department was increased providing for new pep band music, jazz-chart , concert pieces, and repairing damaged instruments. Fundraisers were also organized throughout the year to help cover expenses. Th e regular third-h our band class was changed to the longer fourth -hour period, allowing for more practice time , and for junior high members to join the senior high for some practice sessions. For the first time in many years, officers were elected. Tim Fields '87 was elected president, Shirley Tobias '86 held the office of vice-president, Susan Ord '87 was elected secretary, and Ron Mueller '87 was made treasurer. Two librarians were elected. They were Dawn Zimmerman '87 and Tammy Lesline '89. St. Albert pep and concert bands continue to strive for excellence in entertainment, spirit, enthusiasm, and pep. Concert and Pep Band/39 Singers In The Right Key W7·~ -· '" ~, ~~ Quantity doesn't necessarily mean quality, but in the case of the St. Albert Concert Choir, it did! Along with excellent direction and music, the choir's size increased from 12 ro 48 in one semester. Concert Choir sang for all school masses, Nebraska Centennial Conference at Boysrown, All City Vocal Festival, Christmas and .Spring Concerrs, and State Music Contest for solo performances. Choir members elected Theresa Book '86, as president. "I really enjoy singing - that's the best way for me ro express myself," said Book. "After being in Concert Choir for four years, I've gotten a !or of music rips from three different teachers; Mrs. Coughlin, Miss Darnell, and finally, Mr. Kippley." Another busy group was the t. Albert Swing Choir known as the Les Musiques. All through the year they performed at nursing homes, funerals, alter and rosary society meetings, and of course, the Annual Christmas Concert on December 15 and the Spring Concert on May 4. A few of the song and dance numbers performed by the group were, "Time to Believe In Our Dreams," "Be What You Wanr To Be," and "On Our Own." This year's group consisted of freshmen Matt Fenner, Peggy McGinn, Troy Hemmingsen, Sheila Berhendsen, and J oAnn Whetstone; sophomores Dana Nielsen and Jona thon Johnson; juniors Julie Gubbels and Melissa Stidham; and seniors Theresa Book, Jackie Leggio, and Laurie Nettles. Choreographers for the group were errles and Gubbels. Nettles pointed out, howeve r, that the whole group contributed ideas as well. The Les Musiques were under the able direction of George Kippley. Laurie 1ettles and T roy Hemmingsen prepare fo r State Mu. sic Contest with the help of Fr. Robe rt Hoe ftl er. who also accom panied Concert Choir. Co ncert Cho ir had ~8 members who met three da ys a week. T hey were also under th e direccion o f George Kippley. 40/0rganinrions and Academics 'oncert Choir/4 1 42/ 0rganizarions and Academics The case of "Lovers in Midsurnrner" are Fro R .,. H ernrnmgsen, . Marr Fenner. Second Row-nr Deb ow: R , ray . I m. gs, Arny Brernrner, Laurie Neer/es Barb 0 · b aw . J h · • s Drne, Jon o nson. Third Row: Dan Simon Ch I s· Chuck Thorn ' ar ene 'rnrnons , Kart Rohling, and Bi// Srnych. ' Ho1,,. '"fa;,,, 'o L '''°'" •h., ho . . e Ong ro each Other. "Fairies a~ay1 · >hc,urs I llJnia a I s ie C:xpfores the foresr For lose lovers. H"m;, .,, ; 0 o~ 'Od b J '""" <od •ho fo/Jy or ch.,,,8 h., ''""" h, ""' Egeus favors Dc-rne:rrius and Cries r1; Push /-/e m · h . b r ia ro 1m, ur fa lls inro Lysanders ar111s. .. On To State With Shakespeare For the first time ever, a Shakespeare play was portrayed on the SA stage fo r the winter One Act Play. "Lovers in Midsummer" is a comical romance between two couples. Due to a magic spell cast by character Puck, both men, Demetrius and Lysander, fa ll head over heels for Helena, after both were in love with Hermia. With the other characters, Thesius, Egeus, Titania, and Felicia, the play is a very humorous twist of love and romance. The cast and crew loaded up on J anuary 11 , to the annual NCC Conference at Boystown to be critiqued in order to prepare for district competition. On Satu rday, J anuary 25, they road-tripped to Glenwood, Iowa for district competition. They received a I rating which is the score required to go to state competition. Finally, the big day came on Saturday, February 8. This year, state competition was held at TJ and AL, here in Council Bluffs. The SA drama department was assigned to AL at 9:00 a.m. Here they also received a I rating. The cast also presented the show on Thursday, February 6, during Catholic Schools Week for a live audience. CAST Helena Lau rie Nettles Felicia ............... .... .. .... Amy Bremmer Lysander ..................... ... Karl Rohling Hermia .......... ............ Debra Rawlings Titania ............ .. ........ .... Barb Osborne Theseus .......................... .. Dan Simon Egeus .................................. Bill Smyth Puck ................... .. .... ........ Matt Fenner Demetrius ... .. ...... Troy Hemmingsen Roadie ....................... .. .. .. Jon J ohnson Roadie ........................ ... Chuck Thorn Director ........ ....... Charlene Simmons One t\ct Pla v/-11 44/0rganizacions and Academics Religion • • • A Part of Our Daily Life Fr. Kiernan talks ro Aaron Walter '88, about listening in class, as Becky Ficek '88, chuckles. Mike Maske r '87, looks o n as Dan Simon '87, asks, " I wonder if this thi ng comes with cru ise comroP" God. Our lives revolve around Him and what He teaches us. What better way to learn about God than through religion classes. At St. Albert, religion is a part of our daily life. Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are all required co take religion classes. Each year has a different course and view on religion. Karla Miller '89, said, "I like frosh religion because it brings us closer to God and teaches us about the Old Testament and the people in that time." New Testament and church celebration bring a new view. "Religion is a fun class. It's a great experience for a young Catholic," said Maureen O'Gara '88. Juniors took Jesus and justice classes. Angel Howlett '87, said, "I like Mr. Koester's religion class. It's fun and down to earth." The senior year required classes are morality and relationships. Sue Hotz '86, said, "Fr. Kier. nan's relationships course is a very interesting cla s and I really like the group discussions." "Not only classroom work, but retreats, field trips, and guest speakers helped us learn more about God," said Bonnie Ficek '87. Religion/45 Mrs. Swa rtz once aga in relies upon he r trusty overhead to ex plain the signifi- "How many arms do each of you have'" This entire class seems t0 think they onl y have one. A typical cance of rrigonomecrical functions. advanced biology question. 46/0rganizacions and Academics Office rs of "Thc Arom Spli tte rs of the Future Club," seniors Ron Barszcz, Tom Eberhard.J ame Sebghaci, and Dave Sinych, plan che prope r S( 1enc1fic mategy t0 blow up their erecro r set bri dge. Young Frankensteins? • • • Well, Maybe Not! K · · ff ! · J b as she and Michell e Blizzard '87, rJS White '87 asks Mr. Dolnicek why in the worl d he wants tO cut o 11s t ium • work on their microscope experiment. N · I I · ti siasm seems tO bubbl e ove r) Here we see Mrs. Swart z's trigonometry class. ot1ce 1ow t 1eir en 1u "I ain't got the faintest idea how to do this stuff. When the heck am I ever going to use geometry proofs in my lifetime ? Maybe I should just be a bum and scrounge off mom and dad the rest of my life. " This reflects the sentiments of many St. Albert High School students involved in this year's math and science curriculum. Both departments are generally characterized to include many college prep courses, and the students generally enter these classes with expectations of a certain amount of difficulty. As senior chemistry student Jeff Shudak put it, "Mr. Beckman (first-year science department rookie) kind of scared us in the beginning of the year by saying that it would be extremely difficult, but it turned out to be less tough than I expected." Teaching in the science department with Beckman are Terry Dolnicek, biology and Kris Wiley, physical science. Mike Masker '87 found biology to be challenging. He said, "It's a lot harder than previous science classes, but we get more freedom to do experiments, labs, and that sort of stuff." Some of S.A.'s students had to go over the parking lot and through the woods to A.L. for science and math courses. Gigi Varner '86 is one of those people. Calculus student, Varner, explained the difference between S.A.'s and A.L 's math, "I thought they (the A.L. students) would be much more advanced, but I found out that we're just as much, if not more, prepared for a college prep class as they were. " This often had been the case throughout the years, which leads us back to the preparation students have while in the St. Albert math department headed by Konnie Wiegman (Alg I, II, and Geom.) and Caroline Swartz (Alg I, II, Trig, and Consumer Math). This department has provided a good backg round for students going on in higher math courses. Trig student, Cris Schmitz '86 summed it up best, "The class is very challenging, but Mrs. Swartz tries to explain it the best she can to aid us in our confusion." Mach and Science/47 English 'n Effort Go Hand-in-Hand "I ain't got no pencil to do my work," shouted Slappin' Slow Sid. Priscilla Perfect then gave Sid a pencil to do his English assignment. Reluctantly, Sid began the essay. He didn't really care to work much in that class, and his explanation was that by sixth hour everyday he was too tired. But really now, what kind of an excuse is that) Behind Sid sat Brainy Brian who always had the right answers and spoke so "fluentl y." Finally one day, Sid got motivated and decided to apply himself, and before long he enjoyed his English class. Unfortunately, not all cases are like this. At St. Albert the English department consists of: literature, composition, speech, and English courses. In · these classes the students learn how to write a sentence correctly, give an effective speech, write a term paper, or read about some of the famous people who have written some of America's finest literature. English class can be a lot of fun if you allow it co be, and it helps if you have a caring teacher. Most students would probably agree, however, classes are what each individ ual makes them. 48/0rganizations and Academics Attentively reiding her American Literature assignment is Maureen Daly '87. Or is she reall y asleep ) While writing a ma jor pape r, Maureen Wickham '87 is caught a little off guard. GeHing a sma ll pop" ouc of her class is Dawn Zimmerman '87. Scrambling tO gee their homework assignment in on cime is Donna Roane '87 and Nanq ' McPardand ·ss. Juniors.J eff Gross and Don Jabro prepa re fo r the ir English class as Don opens his hook in record time. English/49 Cha rl ie Thorn '88 exclaims, "So this is a car1" Sen iors Korey Cu lj at and Gigi Varner proficiently work o n their ca lcu lus assignment. 50/0rganizations and Academics Sophomores (counte r clock-wise) j o hn Van Scoy, Amy Tobias, Beth Q uigley. Ma rk Root, J od y Schmitz, and Tina Dechant, listen enthusiastica ll y tO a dri ve r's ed. lecture. SA AL Sharing Competing With Class St. Albert and Abraham Lincoln High Schools have long been rivals on the court, on the field , and on the track. There was a time when the students of both schools joined together and worked, however, and that was in the classroom. Students of St. Albert have been provided with a good solid base on which to further their education, but unfortunately, SA was unable to provide calculus and advanced chemistry. Several students commuted to AL every day to rake advantage of these classes. Gigi Varner '86, one such student, said, "I thought when I went for classes at AL I would not be as smart as the students there. I found out that we are just as advanced as they are, we just don't have as many opportunities for higher classes as they do." She explained how well SA students were treated and that the time students spent together broke down many preconceived notions they held about each other. Driver's education was also offered to SA students through AL classes. Because it is a required course, sophomores spent one semester trying to get through the demanding course which meant license or no license. The curriculum consisted of use of a simulator, actual driving, and in-class study. Using computerized cars, students were faced with life and death situations depicted on film, and they reacted accordingly. They were given scores depending on reaction times and use of proper procedures in each simulation. Once students made it through pop quizzes and simulated collisions, their skills were tested in real ca rs. Two common problems were telling the difference between Woodbury Avenue and 1-80 entrance ramps, and remembering to buckle seat belts. The importance of seat belts was constantly stressed (with good reason). At the end of the year, a gruesome but true film was shown to reinforce lectures. Tim Fields '87, said, "The movie made a deep impression on me. It was rough watching people die and know that it actually happened. It was even worse to know that it could just as easily happen to me." Approximately 24 students take advantage of drive r's-ed classes each semester. In reciprocity, SA opened its doors to AL students in the afternoon to take a computer class taught by Scott Belt. The rivalry between SA and AL will undoubtedly continue, but within it a fellowship has grown inside and outside the classroom. "Close'" replies Ka rl Rohling '86, in response to Gigi Varner's '86 question in advanced chemistry clas . AL Classes/ 51 Cindy Corbaley '89, smiles as she cakes notes for her clase de espaiiol. Juniors Dan Simon and Ron Marshall act as substitutes for their government class. 52/0rganizations an d Academics Contemporary hiscory class is kept busy taking notes. 8panisli anO Social Studies New Requirements • • l Seniors Kris K inart and Maria Papazian are caught wearing footba ll jerseys on spirit day. Gloria McDaniel, Spanish teacher, scru ms her guitar while singing a song from Espana. "Hola! Como Estas ?" Translated that means, "Hi! How are you? " in Spanish. Along with the new students at St. Albert this year, a new Spanish teacher joined the faculty. Gloria McDaniel, who taught Spanish I, II, III and IV, took the place of Kathy Thomsen who left to teach at Lewis Central. McDaniel livened up her classes by bringing her guitar and teaching the class to sing songs from Espana. Although Spanish isn't a required course, many people chose it as an elective because most colleges require two years of a foreign language. Some of the requirements also changed in the Social Studies Department. Contemporary history, which was once an elective course, was made mandatory. The curriculum for social studies in high school now requires the freshmen to take world history; sophomores U.S. history; and juniors were allowed the choice of taking contemporary history either of their last two year . Spanish and social studies had an increase in enrollment this past year because more students became inte rested in what was happening around them. As one student put it, "It's kind of · nice to know if you watch the news, where the countries are that they talk about and maybe a little about their culture." Spanish and ocial cu dies/ 53 54/0rganizations and Academics Senior Ed McGill cakes a few moments co go ove r his notes, before questioning his witness, Tricia Rangel '87 in his business law cl ass. New Language, Floppy Discs, and Logic Mr. Belt applies some of his computer knowledge roward taking pictures wit h his "high tech" 3S mm Minolta camera . Stnior Darrin Man in cra cks his fingers in preparauon for t) pi ng his new computer program. The second annual Business Law Mock Trial, under the supervision of Rick Colpitts, was held again this year. It was a lot of fun for everyone participating, especially for the defense team consisting of seniors Jeff Shudak, J ames Sebghati, and junior Barb Osborne. This able team of three persuaded the jury to reduce the charge of second degree homicide against Bud Wieser (Fil Catania). "I learned a lot about hard work that a lawyer must do to win a case! It was ~ lot of fun! " said Barb Osborne. The prosecution team consisted of seniors Ed McGill, Korey Culjat, and Teresa Andress. They did a good job of persuading the jury to convict Bud Wieser on the charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Everyone in the class had a role to play, from judge all the way to witnesses. In computer classes, students learned how the computer works, how to run programs, make flow charts, and use the data processing. This will help the students in college and possibly be a career choice. Data processing was the next step after computer processing class. The students learned how to make and run their own programs. These classes were taught by Scott "The big man" Belt, and were held in the convent (business office). When asked what he thought about making his students walk from one building to another in cold weather he replied, 'Tm not worried about it, I'm more worried about taking off my clothes in the boys' locker room! It's cold in there. I get goose bumps'" Senior Susie Bartholomew said, "I liked going back and forth from building to building because I got to make snow angels! " Business, Computer. Dara Processi ng/SS Expressive Epilogues, etc, etc, etc • • • Where can you use imagination, creativity, a hammer, and glue ' Where can you be yourself, be someone else, and sweep floors at six-thirty at night? Where can you be painting a wall one minute and your's or someone else's face the next? It happened all year and it happened here at St. Albert. In Charlene Simmons' drama class the pace was steady, varied, and always fun. Whether you did it for yourself or for the show, the plays went on! Simmons said, "'I really have enjoyed this first year drama class. I hope next year we have bigger classes." Every Freshman had at least one common experience this year. Each of them learned from personal experience what is meant by stage fright. Your own size and shape didn't matter "1Yhen out in front of you, your friends became an audience. Instead of telling them "everything" in 4 minutes between classes, you had nothing to say in 3 minutes. Slowly you learned to inform, to persuade, or to just entertain. Gradually your voice came under control again and your friends were looking at you offering moral support. Although butterflies in the pit of your stomach were still there, and sweaty palms in your pocket still existed, you survived your semester of speech. 56/0rganizations and Academics Drama teacher Charlene Simmons encourages her first- yea r drama students w .. show asse rtiveness:· as freshmen Bob Loukota and Mi che lle Doner try w keep from cracking up. Mike Herbe rt "89, demonstrates gesti culation in his morning speech class. --- Laurie Coats '89, plays puppet for Joann Whetstone '89. in their drama class. Drama and peech/ 57 Sue Hotz, '86 "freshens up" a little after her P.E. class. Sophomores Rob Graeve, Doug Struyk, Mark Root, and Aaron Walte r, are hard at work studying for their P.E. rest. 58/0rganizations and Academics ' I I ' - "-' ~- ~ Brian Ratigan, '89 seeps off o( the va n afcer what looks to have been a roug h game at the bowli ng all ey. Participation Evasion and _______ S_e_lf __ x~re io n ______ ~ Julie Wasinger, '86 adds a little paint tO her brush during her Art III class. Kirk Storm. '88 is suddenl y "inspired·· during his art class. Art and Deb McGuire are synonymous. "McGuire possesses the most wonderful quality of being able to cultivate talent in artistic people and make those of us possessing minimal talent think that "possibly" inside us might lurk a Picasso," said Cyndy Berriman '86. Art class at St. Albert was more than just drawing and painting. It could include anything from color spectrums to calligraphy to texture problems. Ir was an exciting adventure in selfexpression. Another avenue of self-expression was found in the physical education classes. Contrary to popular belief, P.E. does not stand for "participation evasion! " This parallel came about due to an extraordinarily large number of real or imagined injuries, illnesses, and various other ailments. For those of us who WERE participants in P.E., it was a good way to learn about football, basketball, weight-lifting, volleyball, and bowling to name a few. It also provided a great outlet for venting hostilities and frustrations in a good fifty-minute workout. Bur most importantly, P.E. provided the opportunity to get out of uniform and into a comfortable pair of sweats. Art and P.E./59 Shorthand Symbols and Timed Ty • A stop watch, feet flat on the floor, good posture, and looks of determination could all be descriptions of a sports event at St. Albert. However, in this case, they were found in Rick Colpitts' and Jonna Andersen's typing and shorthand classes. Typing was required for all sophomore students. Typing II and III were also offered as electives for students who plan on a clerical career or for those who want co sharpen their typing skills. Some typing was a requirement for each student because it is a necessary skill in coday's world. Many reports in school need co be typed and many forms that a person fills out must be typed or printed clearly, and just how many people do we know who can print clearly! Also, when learning how to operate a computer, the basics of typing are necessary to use the keyboard. Shorthand land 11, taught by Jonna Andersen, were elective courses usually taken by students who plan on a clerical career. Often shorthand is regarded as a course for future secretaries. This is not necessarily true, because shorthand can be very useful in taking notes in college classes, meetings, phone messages, and personal writing. So when you walk into Andersen's room and see all those weird little symbols on the blackboard, be impressed, because Andersen and her students are the only ones who can understand the message. 60/0rganizations/ Academics Typing teacher Rick Colpitts tries to find the assignment in the text book. A brie f moment of panic strikes Teresa Andress' fa ce as Mr. ColpittS checks her assig nme nt. Jonna Andersen points out some shorthand tips co Karen Menges, 'S6. Julie McCoy, with her fingers flying, works diligently on her typing assignment. Norene Smith rakes a last look before starting a dreaded shorthand rest. Shorthand and Typing/ 61 Chr s· on have a Iltt . I e fun with is Slate r and Dan im Master che f s Mike .. Malean skerup· , , . m t h e1 ·r foods class. d as they c · · dies soap su s erfect fetruccm1 noo . Rex Romano an d Fred Grote prepa re p 62 "Whac11 90 Proo P. " exclaims J an e Hegwoo d as Fil Catani. a pr eten d s n ot to hear. Hands-On Experience ProviOes Learning and Entertainment Dave Fisc he r puts finishing touches on his architectural drawing pro jec t. Chris Felle r and Brian Miller polish the ir skills as they do their mechanica l drawing assig nments. Most of the students who took home-ec and shop didn't go into the classroom with the idea of being a gourmet chef or a master woodworker. The students took these classes to learn skills that the classes have to offer, and to enjoy a classroom with a relaxed atmosphere. "I like shop because it gives me a chance to do things on my own and to work at my own pace," said Mike Honaker '89. Dan Simon '87, said of his "fu des" class, 'The emotional trauma of changing teachers during the year was hard to handle, but Mrs. Hegwood made it fun and the trauma was easier to get through." Jane Hegwood, first-year-home-ec teacher at St. Albert enjoys teaching, she says, "Cooking is a hobby of mine and I enjoy teaching other people how to do it. Hopefully, I will be able to teach special techniques to students." Although most of the students who took home-ec and shop won't grow up to be masters of these trades, they did learn valuable skills, and in the process, had a lot fun. Amy Merrill '88, si cs quietly in the library, stud yi ng. 64/0rganizations and Academics Amy Geier '86, reaches for a "Vogue" magazine ro read during her free period. What does Mrs. Angeroth mean, "Is this the right color swea ter?" ''It's purple isn't itil" says Sue Hotz '86, co Jamie Barnes '88. Guidance With Goals, and Books With Beginnings M II . b . 1 Wh . ff' t of' the Dimensions staff rushed en we heard that counse lor Dan a oy was gomg to e 1n 11s o ice, a mem ' er ove r to capture the rare event on film. Lisa Skow ind Kelly Blum, '86, took advantage of the opportunity to talk about college plans. Where did many students go to relax from a vigorous math class? Or where did they find relief from an over-enthusiastic English teacher who thought term papers are fun ? Where could they go to daydream or find the class brain actually enjoying himself? Of course -where else - the school library! The 1985-86 school year eroved to be a good one for the school library. Since this is known as the age of computers, word processors and computers were provided. Teachers were able to check out computers for class use. The word processor also helped librarian Maryann Angeroth when she typed up the overdue book lists, saving her a lot of time. Angeroth teaches the Junior High library skills class, and offers the Senior High a library science class. For the future , Angeroth hopes to get a computer card catalog, which makes updates and increases the book collection. Eventually, students will have access to more software such as computer discs and video tapes. Another important department is guidance. This year SA welcomed a new guidance counselor, Dan Malloy. (Malloy claimed, "St. Albert is blessed with my presence. ") Aside from listening to everyday problems of the students, Malloy battles the pressures of arranging major college entrance exams .such as ACT and SAT, for all seniors going to college. For juniors he arranges the PSAT. For those students not interested in attending college, Malloy then provides alternative career field information such as military, cosmetology, or other work choices. Malloy also teaches a jr. high guidance course about self-image, friendship, stress and career. He keeps his school spirit by coaching freshman girls' volleyball and girls' basketball. Library and Guidance/65 Tradition Quality Remains The Same The 20th anniversary edition of the Dimensions affords the opportunity to reflect upon the impact St. Albert athletics has made not only on our community, but on the whole area . Quality of effort and sportsmanship have earned SA a reputation for excellence. It is an enviable tradition. And tradition is what St. Albert is all about. Since its beginning, SA has made an educational, spiritual and emotional impact on families. Many of the families whose children were among the first to walk through the big front doors, are graduating the last of their children in the next year or two. "I guess in some ways it's kind of different, seeing the last of a line in many big families. But, the quality and style of athletics at SA will never change," said graduating senior Vince Rew. "I mean, any kid coming up through the ranks of Falcons or Saintes sports will value how successful that tradition has been. We've been known around th e entire state for our athletic accomplishments, more so than for anything else," he said . "The younger kids want to keep that alive. They want to be a part of that tradition. And the tradition extends to opening doors fo r promising athletes in the form of scholarships, which have, in a few cases even led to professional exposure. One of the fortunate few th is year was J eff Shudak, who received a full ride kicking scholarship to Iowa State Un ive rsity in the fall. Shu dak said, 'T m reall y thankful fo r the opportun ities I gm he re. A scholarship like this makes it so much easier to attend college. I can never forget how important athletics we re to me at St. Albert. " Determination and sportsmanship continu e to flou rish. The g reat traditi on o f St. Albert goes on. 66/ Sporrs • • • ----.. -· ·~ --:.:--:;:: -,,.-=----- ---==-=-...::-=-· ;;;:;=:-:::;-=-;;;-=:::-=-=-;;;..-...-...-=- .;;-::::=;- - I A look at the past .. . Jn 1974,JY coach Mike Ka va rs gives Randy Ca rroll the signal ro slide. Coach K has sure been around a while, hasn't he; Erica Nielsen outhustles her Sioux City Ea st opponents as Bonn ie Fi cek and Amy Bremmer position themselves. • Vince Rew executes his perfect soaring techniques as he long jumps at the C.B. Relays. The Falcon defense stacks up and throws Tee Jay's fullback fo r a loss. Jeff Gross prepares t0 release one of his lethal jumpshots during JV action aga inst Glenwood. Division Page/67 Young Falcon Gridders Post Impressive Campaigns The St. Albert JV team posted an impressive 3-3 season, one of the best in many years. "We had relentless execution on both sides of the ball, and had more depth than in previous seasons," said Doug Rew '88. 'That's why I feel we had as successful season as we did. " The Falcons did indeed field a much larger squad than in prior seasons, probably the biggest factor in the ]V's turnabout. 68/Sporrs While the junior varsity put togethe r one of their best seasons ever, St. Albert's freshman team fou ght to a 2-4 record . Unlike the JV, the frosh were a little lacking in depth. "We had a lot of talent at the skil led positions, but we just weren't very deep at any spots," said Brian Ratigan '89. "Overall, we weren't very big, but we fought hard and always played ou r opponents tough." JV q uarrerback Aaron Wal ter, '88 , fades back, looking fo r [he open receiver. Halfback J erry Leni han, '88, looks fo r an opening while receiving di e handoff. Aaron Waker gets perfeu proternon from his o ffensive line as he se[S up the throw. The Falcon o ffense listens ro signals. prepari ng ro blow the LC Titans off the ball. Punte r Aaron Walte r receives good protection as he booms one out of Falcon territor y. Fullback J erry Lenihan carries behind his powerful offensive line. Frosh/JV Foorball/ 69 Split end Vince Rew sees nothing but dayl ight as he eyes his way coward six. 70/ Sports The entire Falcon defensive unit goes head hunting on Tee J ay's full bac k. The SA defense prepares co intercept T ri-Center's signa ls during first-round playoff actio n. State Playoffs Falcon ''Air Force'' Soars Labeled by the DES MOINES REGISTER as "the best kept secret in Iowa," the '85 ~alcon football squad compiled an impressive 8-2 record, Conference ··championship, and quarter final berth in the class 2A state playoffs enroute to one of the most successful campaigns ever by a St. Albert team. . "I feel we far exceeded other's expectations with a tremendous amount of hard work, dedication, and a passing attack second to none," said quarterback Ed McGill, '86. "We knew we had the capabilities of being one of the premier teams in the state. It was just a matter of putting it all together the way we knew we could." Senior fullback Fil Catania echoed McGill's feelings and stated, "The season wouldn't have been nearly as successful if it weren't for Coach Scichilone and the complete dedication and leadership of the senior class." Despite miserable game conditions throughout most of the season, the Falcons set numerous school records. Among the most impressive of these were McGill's 1,877 yards passing and 18 scoring strikes, senior split end Vince Rew 1,065 yards receiving and 10 TD hauls, and senior punter/placekicker Falco n signal ca ll er Ed McGill scrambles fo r his life aga inst the Yellowjacket pursuit. Jeff Shudak's 49.8 yard punt average and 56 yard field goal the second best on Iowa 's alltime chart. Shudak, Rew and junior defensive end Larry Ratigan were named to the REGISTER'S Class 2A 1st team squad, while McGill was placed on the 2nd team. Throughout the season, the Falcons managed to get consistently better with each game, something only the best of teams can do. And while the Bird's opponents were intimidated by St. Albert's finesse style of ball, the Falcons soared through one of the school's finest seasons ever. Football/ l Team Effort Sparks Season Dedication and the bond of friendship on and off the court were two of the biggest assets of the 1985 Saintes volleyball squad. Lynne Murray '86, said, "This year, it seemed as though we worked as a team and not as individuals, as in the past. Even when you weren't actually on the court, you felt very much a part of the team. " Bonnie Ficek '87, added, 'This year was one of the best years because we were really close, and we worked hard throughout the whole season. We had one of the best seasons ever." Even having only a few returning letterwin72/Sports ners, the team demonstrated a fight instinct and bounded back from a 6-12 season in 1984 co a 9-7-3 season in '85. Arny Honaker '86, summed it up by saying, "This year was really great. Everyone worked hard and played cogether as a team. I loved it." On the JV scene, a lot of effort and gained experience ended their season with a record of 6-5, the best for a JV squad in many years. "It was really a great year, and our team has a lot of possibility for the fu ture," added Becky Ficek '87. "And don't forget those Saintes. The future is lookin' good." The from cou rt consisting o f Bonnie Ficek, Amy Bremme r, and Lynne Murray position themse lves as they prepare to rece ive the opposition's serve. Freshman from row: Annette Hu nte r, Mon ica Neg rete, Peggy McGinn. Row two: Darcy Edelbrock, Michelle Doner,J oAnn Whetstone. Row th ree: Suzie Eberh ard.Julie Ho lde r, Cindy Corbaley, Dan Malloy. Row four: Lau rie Coats, Dawn Hite. Varsity: Kris White, Bonnie Ficek, Erica Nielsen, Joelle Corba ley, Melanie Miller, Amy Honaker, Lynne Murray, Stephanie Keefe, Nancy Smirh. ~ I Amy Bremme r attempts to set up her teammates Bonnie Ficek, Erica Nielsen, and Kris White. JV fronr row: Jill Pender, Beth Qu ig ley, Karen Birusingh , Jacqui Slater, Amy Tobias. Row two: Ro nnie Manin, Becky Ficek , Kris White, Ann Romano, Nancy Smith, Tracy Leinen. Becky Ficek demonstrates all of her possibilities for the future with rhe perfect killer instinct. Yolleyball/73 Cross Country Squad Strides to Fine Finish The old cliche, "two is company, but three is a crowd," might prove to be true in some sports, but not for the 1985-86 varsity girls' cross country squad. The trio of Jackie Leggio '86, Barb Osborne '87, and Jean Sillik '88, led the Saintes to 10 victories. Joining the successful threesome in a great season were freshmen Theresa Fischer and Sherry Slobonik, and senior Kris Kinart. The spirited squad not only captured the Nebraska Centennial Conference, but 74/Sports also won the district title in Atlantic, Iowa. They went on to place 5th at the state championship in Ames, Iowa. The boys' cross country squad were very young, but very determined anct"a igh-stepping pack of runners. They improved impressively with each meet and broke individual records within the team often enough so that the 5th runner position changed from week to week. Injuries to two of the varsity runners, Ron Marshall '87 and Ron Barszcz '86 in midseason contributed to hampering the boys' win record, but not their enthusiasm for the sport. Although the cross country squad lost four talented athletes to graduation, several returning runners, the help of new recruits, and the expert guidance of Coach John Shorey should provide St. Albert with more winning and exciting seasons. Way ne Keefer takes the hill wit h ease. First row: Jean Sillik,John Van Scoy, Ron Marshall, Ken Fox, Mark Brisso, Shelley Sondag. Second row: J ohn Shorey, Mary Becker, Sherry Slobodnik, Alicia McCoy. Theresa Fischer, Kris Kinart, Barb Osborne, Steve Oberdin. Third row: Christian J ones, Mike Masker, Tim Shea, Karl Rohling, Wayne Keefer, Ron Ba rszcz, Jackie Leggio. Mike Mas ke r, running with the pa ck, tries to find a way to get around them. Theresa Fischer looks ahead with grea t concentration. Cross Counrq1 / 75 Future Bright for Young Teams The freshman and JV basketball reams enjoyed great success during the 1985-86 season. The freshman A-team had a record of 16- 1, and held a 58 game winning streak rhat dated back to when they were sixth graders. The streak was halted in a hard-fought loss to Millard South 46-44. Dale Scott '89 said, "It was a pretty disappointing loss, bur from where I was sirring, it looked like we played hard, and it should help us in-the future. In a way, I guess the loss was kind of good for us." 76/Sports The B-team, which finished 2-10, may not have won as many games as rhe A-team, but they were always there for support. "We may not have had the greatest record , bur we had a lot of fun and played hard," said Tony Kruse '89. The JV ream set a pre-season goal of finishing 17-1, bur fell one game short as the Falcons finished 16-2. That gave rhe JV a 30-2 record over rhe past rwo year ':" Chns Slater '87, said, "The Red Oak game was our first game of the season, and we just didn't pl ay as ··Now what ' .. says J ohn Mill er as he loo ks fo r an escape route around two Treynor defenders. well as usual. We shou ld have beaten them. Losing ro AL was really disappointing roo, because that was the ream we really wanted to bear." Jim Hawk '87, led the ream with a 16-point ave rage, and 36 steals. Ken Fox led the team in field goal percentages, shooting 50.3 percent, and he pulled down a ream high of 5.8 rebounds a game. If their records are any indication the freshman and JV players should have a lot to offer on the varsity level in the coming years. Man Bu chanan demonstrates good form as he lets one fl y. Kevin McGinn eludes a Tre)•no r trap. The 1985-86 JV Falcons from row: Mark Roor,Jeff Gross, Chris Young, John Miller, Doug Rew. Mart Buchana n, Back row: Chris Hughes, Chris Slater. Ken Fox. Kevin McGinn,Jon Johnson, Dana Nielse n. Aaron Walter. and Coach Dick \Xlertengel. ot Pictured: Chris Hanafan. Dave Koehler. Brian Ratiga n splits two defenders as he heads fo r two in AAU action. JV / Frosh BasketbaU/ 7 Full Court And Full Speed Ahead It was a year of change for the JV and freshman girls' basketball teams. It was full court and full speed ahead. Vigorous practices, enthusiasm, and love of the game were three factors that contributed to the winning season of the JV Saintes. But if one word could describe the team this year, it would be "hustle." The girls played hard all season and were real show people on the court. They were a high-spirited and very talented bunch who worked well together and supported each other whether they were on the court or on the bench waiting to play. Cindy Petratis '88, said, "This year was really great because we all got along really well together, and we all worked together as a team. " The JV sguad finished their season 78/ Sporcs with an impressive 13-3 record under the talented and enthusiastic coaching of Tracy Leinen. Although the freshman girls were "the new kids on the court," and were only able to practice when the gym was free, they showed great determination, and improved impressively throughout the season. Karla Miller '89, said, "I really had a g reat time playing basketball this year. Our team had some good times and bad times, but we only remember the good ones. I'm really looking forward to next year." The frosh, under the g uidance and direction of Coach Belt, ended their first hign!!clrool season with a hard-fought 8-8 record. J ean Sillik ·ss looks ahead as she prepares to pass o ff. Connie Ravlin ·ss waits patiently for the rebound . Brenda Olson ·as attempts a shot from the rop o f the key. JV Team: First row - Melan ie Mil ler, Cindy Peuatis, Connie Ravlin, Karhy Alfe rs, Kris White. Second Row - Coach Tracy Leinen, Ronni Marrin, Ann Pete rsen, Maureen Wickham. Not pi ctured: Alicia McCoy. Ka ren Birusingh, Brenda Olson. Concenrration is etched on Brenda Olson·s face as she attempts a shot. Frosh Team: First row: Coach Scott Belt, Laurie Coats. Julie Holder, Sherry Slobodnik, Karla Miller. Second Row: Shelly Nelson. There a Fischer, Jo An n Whetstone, Peggy McGinn. Kris White '87. drives past her man and exhibits "perfecr·· dribbling skills. Frosh/J V Girls' Basketball/79 80/Sports Jeff Shudak '86 pu lls up for a nor he r jump shot as Larr y Ratigan '87 tries to establish a rebounding position. Dishi ng fo r anothe r assist is Mark Heenan '87 as #53 Troy fl owers and 1/43 Andre Dixon feebly try to intercept the pass. Vince Rew '86 on a rare jumpshor pulls up for one of his many 3 point attempts. J Going • • • Going • • • Gone! The Falcons are trailing Red Oak 70-72 in district fin al. Ed McGill gets the ball with three seconds left on the clock. McGill looks for a three-point shot, but decides to take a dribble in and launch an 18-footer. The buzzer sounds, the ball is half way to the rim. With the eyes of everyone in the Shenandoah gym on the ball, it falls through, barely touching the net, to send the game into overtime. "I wanted the ball in my hands, because I felt like I could make something happen in the pressure situation," said McGill. "As soon as I let it go, I knew we were headed into overtime!" Once into overtime, SA took control and defeated Red Oak 81-78. The Falcons ended the season 15-7 with a 101-73 loss to Denison in the final game to see who would go to the state tournament in Des Moines. The Denison team was led by Chris Kuhlmann who hit 45 points. The I I Boys basket ba ll. Fro nt Row: Ken Fox, Vince Rew.J eff Shudak. J eff G ross, Jim Hawk. Dari Poole, Ma rk I !eenan, Back Ro w: Head coach Mike Ka va rs, assistant Rick Colpim, J ohn O 'Conno r. Dave Koehl er. !(orey Culj at, Kell y Blum. Ed McGill , Larry Ratiga n. Ron Marshall , assistant coach Dick Wenengel. Monarchs shot an amazing 68% from the field to end the Falcons dream of going to Vets! The team scored an amazing 1541 points for the year. They averaged 70 points per game and gave up 60. The Falcons shot 66% from the free-throw line, and had 732 total rebounds. They averaged 13 offensive rebounds and 20 defensive rebounds. As a team, the Falcons made 42 three-pointers, with Jeff Shudak pouring in 34 of them. 73 64 39 <f8 47 77 58 38 44 65 55 56 Baskerball/ 81 " Move it Kristi , I' m coming through," Donna Roane '87, seems to say to AL's Kristi Anderson. Amy Bremmer '86 rakes down the rebound fo rce. Stephanie Keefe '87, drives past her opponent, showing perfect fo rm. 82/Sporrs Changes Agree With Saintes Make it count If there could be a motto for the 85-86 varsity squad, it might read, "Make every last-second shot count." These energetic and highly spirited girls were not only a team of confidence, but a team of determination as well. Much to their fans' delight, the girls experienced many overtime situations, and last-second shots to make their season a truly exciting one. Alicia McCoy '87 said, "It was great being on a winning team this year, and I really think we all worked together very well, and that made us a lot closer. Under first-year coach Dan Malloy's guidance and expertise, the Saimes finished their impressive year with an 11-8 record. Our seniors will be missed on the court next year, but their legacies will live on. They have instilled in the younger player a sense of dedication. Si' ')O l{l ')1 ')9 6..) )6 6..) 6..1 6..'> ')1 6..1 )6 ,co 6..1 '" ')\ 6..'0 ')O o?? ')1 ,,1 ')'> \9 6..1 ,o 6..1 First row· Tracy Le· B · F. k · · tnen, onnie ·ice ·. Amy Geier, Amy Bremmer. Donna Roane, Ann Hendersen, and Melanie Miller. Second row: Dan Malloy, Mau reen Wickham, Stephanie Keefe Ann Petersen Ronnie Marrin Erica Nielsen, Jackie Leggio. Kris White. d Kim Mau;r. Nm pictured: ' Alic ia McCoy Jackie Leggio '86. throws up a shot against Holy Name. Girls" B3sketball/83 84/ Sporrs perio Tim dFields '87, psyches ou r his opponenr from Woodbine ar rhe sra rr of rh e first . - -~ -- ____, ______ _ I I I Enthusiastic Falcons Lack Experience h. in aga inst Woodbine. Steve Martin ·ss, breaks his man down before is p h city wrestling meet at T J Troy Ho lmberg '87, fig hts a ra ke down at t e The Falcon wrestlers closed out yet another trying season. Although the teams individual records weren't quite what most of the grapplers had hoped they would be at this final stage, there was no denying that the overall team's attitude was one of stern determination and strong optimism. "We approached this season knowing that we had an extremely young team and knew it would be used as a definite rebuilding year," said Falcon mentor Dick Wright. "Most of the kids had a realistic goal of a .500 season or better and wanted to have a strong showing in tournament action." Knowing that it was going to be a rebuilding year, things began to look down right away for the young ream. Due to a broken wrist, four-year letter winner, Fred Grote, '86, was forced to miss the entire season. Wright described Grote as a big asset, not only for his senior leadership, but also for his past winning ways, wa ys that were ce rtai nly missed last season. Picking up where Grote left off, however, was Tim Fields, '87, the team's leading match winner last year with a 12-15 record. "It's a good thing the squad had such an optimistic attitude, because that really made up for the physical size, strength, and age advantage most of our competition had over us throughout the year," said Fields. Coach Wright and Fields agreed that the teams attitude was the most vital part of the squad. Even though the team's -overall record wasn't as good as most had hoped for, this extremely young Falcon squad will be around and much improved in the seasons yet to come. Wrestling/SS Falcon Track Still Ahead Of Pack The 1986 Falcon rrack squad started the season with rremendous optimism. They had little in numbers and depth, but what lay on the surface was superior quality, particularly in the 400, 800, and 1600 meter relays and high jump. It was these events that continually carried the team meet by meet. At Clarinda, the Birds stacked all three relays to see how they compared to the best teams in Southwest Iowa, and walked away with all three golds against the top teams around. And junior high-jumper, Ken Fox, collected another first-place medal. After Clarinda, the Falcons had to make do without the services of senior speedster, Rex Romano, who was forced to sit out three weeks. So, it wasn't until districts, nearly a month later, that juniors Mike Masker and Chris Fischer, and seniors Vince Rew and Romano, could prove that their sweep was no accident. These four men and Fox made up the "Dog Franchise." (five hounds always sniffing for a victory) At disrricts, during constant downpours, the Falcons sewed up state berths in all four events. Fox won the high jump, and the 800m relay squad was victorious as well , with Masker, Fischer, Rew, and Romano each running superbly. The same quartet placed second in the 400m relay, and freshman Trent Holmberg took Rew·s place on the 1600m relay as the Falcons finished second; thanks to Romano's fabulous anchor leg. Yes, Rex was back, and ready to run. The Birds were pumped as they headed to Des Moines. Starting the weekend off on his right leg was Fox , leaping to a Class 2A State Championship in the high jump. He could now sit back and watch the rest of the Bluffs runners chase their golds. After making the finals, the 4X 100 and 4X400 teams fa iled to place. The 4X200 was different. The same fo ur entered the meet with the 11th fastest time, but qualified for the finals in the fourth spot. Afte r ru nni ng a blistering time - the fastest in Southwest Iowa, all season - that is exactly where they finished - a very close fourth. The whole team was exciting to watch, and there is no den ying that the Franchise and Compan)' were definitely "' dog-gone" good l 86/Sports Rex Romano leads the 400 fi eld to the cape at the C.B. Relars. a Chris Fischer barrles AL"s David Reed fo r 2nd . The Birds at their best! Row one· D. Rew, M. Masker, C. Fischer. K. Fox . Row two: Mike Bris o. G. McDonald. B. Moffatt. W. Keefer. C. Jones. Mark Bri so. P. Thompsen. T Shea. Row Three: D. Fisher. V. Rew. R. Romano. Trent Holmberg. ). Johnson. T. Kl ein. D. 'ielsen. ). Turner. T ro)' I lolmberg. ). Van coy. The Dog Franchise. From left: Co-Captains and Co-MV P winners. Rex (rv!utt ) Romano and Vince (Vin Do ) Rew. Mike (Wuofl Maske r. Chris (/\rt) Fischer. and Ken (Fox Hound) Fox. The Falcon track team keeps it in the family as Doug Rew ·ss prtpare> to send the baton to his brother Vince in the 400m relay at the C.. B. Reh11·s. I !igh jumper and district champ Ken Fox breezes O\'er the bar on his wa' to another first place finish at Shenandoah. Bo\'S Track/ 87 ................................................ ............ \ I l•••••••••••• •••••••t ••t•••t••• Maureen W1Ckham chee rs J atk1e Leggio on as she crosses che finish line. Shell ey Sondc1g and Alicia McCo) complete anothe r sinoorh hand-off. Becky Fi cek shows pe rfect fo rm as she glides over the hurd les. 88/Sporcs Quality not Quantity "Fire up!" Coach J o hn Shorey made this a fa miliar saying tO the 1986 Girls Track Team. Although there were o nly 19 g irls out for the squad the Saintes, once again, finished a stro ng season with sending 6 events tO state. Those eve nts included the two mile relay (Steph K ee fe , Barb Osborne,J ean Sillik,J ackie Leggio) wh ich placed 3rd at state and set a new school record . The 3000 (Sillik) rook a 6th pl ace finish at state. The Hig hJump (Bonnie Ficek), the 1500 (Osborne), the 800 (Leg - g io), and the mile rel ay (Nancy Smith, Keefe, Ficek, Legg io) also competed well at state. The Saintes also, d uring the season, walked away with 4 fi rst place finishes. "I was rea lly Julie I !older tries to rernin the lead as a Glenwood runner pushes on. First rmv: Shell ey Sondag. Beck)' Fi cek. Bonnie Ficek, Nancy Smith. C111d)• Petratis Second row: Theresa Burkey, Coac h Kate Witte.J ean Sil li k. Karl a Miller.Ju lie Holder. Barb Osborne. Coach J ohn Shorey Top row: J oell e Corhaley. Stephanie Kee fe. Connie Ravlin. J ac kie Leggio, Alic ia McCoy. Theresa Fischer. Sherry Slobodnik Bonnie Fi cek gives an ex tra boost to easily clea r the bar. pleased with the effort and attitudes of the team. They reall y accomplished a lot with not having a lot o f people out. " Coach Shorey stated . Alicia McCoy '87 also commented "This year was a lot of fun and I was g lad t0 be part o f a winning season." Everyone this year contributed their ve ry best and are looking forward tO a better sea - son next year. Even with seniors Jackie Leg - gio and Lisa Claussen, two key facrors in the Saintes success, leaving the Saintes will return 17 runners tO the track and with upcoming freshmen this season could be the best ever fo r the Saintes. Girls Track/ 89 Ronni M mn shows pedecr form while on the fairw;11 Easy does it. Kathy i\lf r pum tht hall in Doug Struyk tees off at L•kt·shurc ( <1untr1 llub 90/ Sports J' Golfers Swing Into Action Mel ani e Miller concentrates on how hard ro hit the ball. Darrin Ma rti n patientl y eyes the ba ll ror a clear pu tt on the green. The boys golf team was really up to par this year. The team was led by senior Darrin Martin. The other four golfers that contributed to the team's successes were junior Matt J ohnson, and sophomores Doug Struyk,John Miller, and Sean Davis. One of the possible reasons for the team's success was new coach, Scott Belt. Belt allowed the team to have a lot of fun while playing, but he also kept a close eye to getting down to business and improving their games. Doug Struyk said, "We worked really hard at the beginning of the season, and then at the end, we let our natural abilities take over. I had a lot of fun this year." The strategy must have worked, because the team was the champion of both the Lewis Ce ntral Invitational and the Neb raska Centenn ial Conference. They placed second in the Counc il Blu ffs City Tournament, and in the sectional tou rname nt by a single stroke. The girls team was also made up predominately of underclassmen this year. They were junior Melanie Miller, and sophomores Ronnie Martin, J acqui Slater. Stacy Oberdin, and Kathy Alfers. These five g irls did things that no other SA girls golf team haJ ever done! They finished 7-2 in dual meets for the fir.st time ever. As for next year, Coach Michael Kava rs said, "If the girls get out and play a lot of golf ;n the summer, we're looking for a sectional title next year. " And that will be no stroke of luck folks' Girls and Boy. Golr/CJl Falcons To State Saintes Rebuilding • • • When the boys tennis team started the year, they set a pre-season goal of finishing .500 in duals. However, as the season progressed, it was evident that the Falcons were ready to play. They finished with an 8-2 record, the best ever for an SA tennis team. Leading the way for coach Sterling West were five returning lettermen; senior Tom Eberhard, and juniors Dave Koehler, Chris Slater, Don J abro, and Mark Petratis. This balanced attack, along with consistent play from John O'Connor, #0 singles player, enabled the Falcons co net the city championship. They carried that momentum into district play, and the Falcons came away with the I V ARSlTY TENNIS 8-2 SA 4 Abraham Lincoln I OPP s Red Oak 3 6 9 4 7 6 I 92/Spons 7 8 Glenwood Denison Shenandoah Thomas Jefferson Lewis Central Abraham Lincoln Glenwood Thomas Jefferson 0 4 2 3 4 0 l I title, qualifying the team fo r state, where they finished third . Ebe hard fi nished fourth in singles play, and Koehler and Petratis finished fifth in doubles to cap a great season. The Falcons are looking fo rward co an - other strong season next year, but the girls will be rebuilding. The Saintes lost fi,·e seniors from a team that fin ished 5-4. Amy Bremmer, #1 player, was voted most valuable player. Cris Schmitz played well at the #2 sp t. Other seniors included Jenn ifer Ogg, G igi Varner, Jeanette Burke and orene Smith. Among key pl ayers for the Saintes were Andrea Genereu x and Su an Ebt ard. "They will provide a srrong nucl eus fo r nexr season," said firsr-year coach Dan Malloy. J ohn O' connor readi es himself at the net. A d isgusted Tom Eberhard co llects his th oughts d uring a match with LC. J ennifer Ogg returns a backh an d voil e)'. ' ' !7---- ·--1-. , . • }~;i ... I !' _ ... _, ,, ... . '.....,,,. ·. . -- J V and Varsity Falcons From Row: John O'Connor. Dave Koehler. Standing: Coach Sterling West, Chris later, Mark Petra tis. Don J abro. Mark Root. Kevin McGinn. Matt Buchanan. Tom Eberhard , Rod Feekin and Terry Colpitts. JV and Varsiq• Saimes Front Row: Coach Dan Malloy. Susan Eberhard.Jeanette Burke.Jennifer Ogg. Norene Smith, Dawn Rickard. Cind y Pe rsinge r, Juli e McCoy. Back Row: Cris Schmitz. Amy Bremmer and Andrea Genereux. Chris Slater prepares to iire one of his .. Mr. Blister" serves. Cris Schmitz fires a forehand volley back to her TJ opponent. Girls/ Boy Tennis/93 Jtff Shudak shows off his "cannon " of an arm ro freshman Dale Scott. An J\.L. batter mes to get to !st on a hit, but is thrown out br the mighty Falcon defense. 94/Spons The team warms up h; playing ca tch before the sc rimmage to determine varsit)' cuts. Key players graduate as F ale on Coach Comes Home Mark I lee nan swinp and misses ar a cu rve ball as t\ . L. ca tcher Bob 1 lifferna n srops the pitch. J i111 1 lawk comes ha ck ru the du .~our fr ustrat ed after hitting the bal l our ro the fence onl}' robe caught by the left field er. The varsity baseball ream grad uated some key players from rhe 1985 disrricr championship ream. All five of rhe grad uates were srarrers on rhe ream. The key losses for rhe Falcons were Tom Marrin (catcher), Tom Mc Vey (shortstop), Gene Cannon (pitcher, first base), Steve Plummer (pitcher, outfielder). and Tom Oberdin (outfield ). In rhe spring of '86, rhe team was led by five returning starters: senior Jeff Shudak, and rwoyear srarters Mark Heenan and Chris Fischer. The other rwo starters back were Jim Hawk, who hit four home runs lasr year, and Sreve Marrin who p layed extremely well as a freshman. The other members of rhe va rsity ream were put tog ether from rhe JV ream of '85 rhar had rhe most wins in rhe history of rhe school. They are J eff Gross (outfield ), Marr Johnson (pitcher), Tim Fiel ds (catcher), and freshmen Brian Ratigan (our field ). and Brian O'Connor (pitcher). Along with losing fi ve seniors. rhe ream also losr their coach. Rick Wahl. Wahl is now coaching Abraham Lincoln and was replaced by Omaha Cathedral 's coach, Ken ch rie ber who was a graduate of St. Albert. Schrieber said . " Ir's like a dream come true to be coaching here ar Sr. Albert. As of press rime, rhe young Falco ns were 6-2, with a key win ove r Abraham Li ncoln in 13 ·innings to spoil coach Wahl's return to Sr. Albert. Varsin· Baseball/ 95 The Varsity Saimes bench eagerl y wa its her curn at bat. Maureen Wickham stands in the dugout cheering on her teammates to victory. Donna Roane prepares to thr<Jw a runne r out at second base. %/Sports New coaches for Saintes as Softballers Swing Into Action The Saintes Softball team started out the 1986 season with two new coaches, Dan Malloy as Varsity coach and Rick Colpitts as Junior Varsity coach. The Sa intes lost quite a few key seniors from last year bur had a lot of experience coming back. The Saintes opened their season with the D owling Tournament. They ended up 1 and 3 in the tournament but, they played well and played a lot of good competition. "I feel that we'll do pretty well throug hout the season but we do not have a lot of depth on the team, especially in pitching," says Dan Malloy. The Saintes are looking fo r a pretty good season from the Seniors and hopefully getting some strength from the sophomore and freshman players. Maureen Wickham · 7 also commented on the depth of the team. "There's not many people out, bur we have a lot of fun . I think we 'll have a fairly good season. Kris Kinart anxiously awaits her next pitch. Play ing catc h du ring a pracrice are Kris Marrin. Amy Geier, and Kris Kinart. wh ile Ann Hende rson g ives Ronnie M arri n a big hug. G irls Sofrbnll/9 Cherishing the Past Embracing the Future Our Special Times The 1985-86 school year will be remembered for irs challenges and victories, triumphs and tragedies. The world advanced technologically by leaps and bounds, and "our with the old, in with rhe new" was appropo. Sarcasm was popular, and phrases such as "close!" , "newl", and "you hare it!" were echoed and re-echoed throughout rhe halls. Goodbyes were said to long-rime administrator Rev. Edward Hurley. Popular hang-ours were parries, "the ranch", Central Park Mall, Old Marker, and the all-time favorite Broadway. Music ranged from the trendy Duran Duran ro the classic Bruce "The Boss " Springsteen to the funky runes of Prince. Meanwhile, Council Bluffs residents adjusted to fasrpaced changes in their normally slow-paced community. It seemed the construction would never end. Bluffs Run, Mall of the Bluffs, and a major expansion at Eppley Airfield symbolized " in with the new," while several blocks of old buildings were rom down. Our with the old . Broadway's lanes were disrupted by diagonal parking, and voters approved a new mayoral system o f city government. Outside the immediate community, our country was dealing with the changes that were dumping the future into our laps. After 24 successful flights, a NASA trage - dy claimed seven lives, those of six astronauts and a civilian teacher-of-the-year. Positive steps were taken, however, and the NASA project continued. Political conflicts with Libya created apprehension and fear worldwide, especially in the Un ited States, the favorite target of archterrorist Moammar Khadafy. On a more positive note , the inflation rate was on the decline, gas and oil prices were lower than they had been in years, and interest rares rook a dive, making the cost of living a lot easier to live with. This year will nor, however, be remembered for these things alone. Special memories and accomplishments will be kept close ro our hearts always. Suffice it to say that we will look back on 1985-86 with a smile on our faces and pride in our hearts. 98/0ur Sp~cia l T imes .. Ta-da! .. says Mike Gill, English reacher. Gill 's enrhus1asrn has been a part of Sr. Albert fo r 15 yea rs. The infamous Bluffs Run Beauties. .. A model of the plans fo r the new construction and renovation at Eppley Airfield. The clubhouse at Bluffs Run offers spectators the comfort and convenience of a year-round, climate controlled atmosphere. complete with dining and television monitors for race viewing. Early construction on Mall of the Bluffs. Shopaholics be - ware' Division Page/CJ) The word homecoming evokes different thoughts. Traditionally, most people think of high school homecomings. The special week includes court selection, crowning of king and queen, football game, and dance. St. Albert Homecoming began September 30 with '"Wild 'n Crazy Day." Completing the week was "Toga Tuesday," "Opposites," '"Spirit Day,'" and '"Dress-Up Day. " The annual pep rally on Thursday resulted in a Falcon victory over Cathedral 10-6 Friday night. The finale was the big Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening. Homecoming has special meaning in the State of Iowa this year also, and 1986 has been proclaimed as the time to come home to your roots. The DES MOINES REGISTER said (it's a) "year-long celebration of Iowa's people and the values and tradition we share." Celebration included more than 1,000 events such as the Council Bluffs Pride Week Parade, fashion shows, and a celebrity golf tournament among others. Over 20 sponsors and 70 contributors helped finance the celebration. The DES MOINES REG-ISTER said , '"Iowans rediscovering Iowa is what Homecoming "86 is all about.'" Homecoming is only a hope for some , howeve r. Hundreds of famili es hope for a reunion with children who are missing. Each year, between 30,000 and 70,000 children are reported missing. Of these, only ten percent are returned to their families. Ten percent are found dead and 80 percent are never seen aga in. These are devastating statistics to families of missing children. "Call me when you get there," is one of SA offi ce worker Marilyn Leggio's frequent requests of her children. Reassurance that kids have reached their destination safely is a common concern of parents. Maryann Angeroth, school librarian, said, "We take the general precautions . . . 'don't talk to strangers, don't accept rides from strange rs.' I wouldn't encourage my kids to be a paperboy, but we don't let (fear) rule our lives. " Most teens reali ze that being cautious is preferrable to having a policeman notify parencs that their child is missing. When this happens, hope fo r homecoming is what remains. Nineteen eighty-five/eighty-six was not onl y a homecoming for our school and our state, it was and is the dream of pa rents nationwide who ha ven't given up hope. 100/0ur Special Times Referees Kevin McG in n (l eft) and Chris Fisc her gee ready co cime che sophomore class fo r ch e car cram. Mark I leenan '87 displays his fem inine scyle duri ng jou rn alism on Clpposire Day. Todd Evers '86 shows his creativity on Cra zy Day. Fall Focus ... Celebrations and Kidnappings Homecoming ... Happy and Hoped For Seniors G igi Varner. Kris Kinart. J ean Fox, Cris Schmirz. J\:'orene Sm irh. and Lisa Claussen on Graduation day. They will enjoy their first Homecoming next fall. -- - -- - - - - ~~' -~Zf,':i:( ~~ _.. .... ';\,.~ ~~ ---.a~.-::i..~ ums:LlJltuii ~.·.: -~~ J:L ~ ~ -1)IL1i~ J~ \IN..,ittH;.1.r..u;-;;,.:;.i/6 "-":'!~~;·;·~ = == '=:? - .= == --- -- ---- ---- --- ._.._._,,.,,.,. - ---- = - -- HOMECOMING Logo for Iowa Homecoming ·s6. Fall Focus/ lOl Coach Marshall Scichilone, Mike Mille r, and an unidentifi ed participant "meditate" during a quiet session at the senior retreat. Attentive as always, the class of '86 listens ro the interesting prayer services S.A. 's re treat has ro offer. 102/0ur Special Times Mr. Ji m DeMoct gat hers some th o ug hts during a break at the senior retreat. A Time For Meditation and Reflection Susie Hotz and Bets)' T amisiea share a few laug hs together on the October TEC. B ·1, · · d f II Dowling fri ends share th eir thoughts on the ex perience of TEC. etsy am1 s1ea an e ow Being a senior is an exciting time in one's life. And it comes with its' privileges, such as getting out of school early and the senior trip. Another advantage of being a senior is the opportunity to attend TEC (Teens Encounter Christ), a three day retreat in Panora, Iowa. Not many of the class of '86 attended TEC. And the majority of who did were girls. Betsy Tamisiea attended one of the first sessions of the year. Tamisiea said, "TEC is not the three-day mass everyone thinks it is. You focus on your own life and others around you. You meet a lot of new and exciting people who become your good friends." Kris Wiley, S.A. Religion teacher, is the organizer of the TEC weekends. Wiley commented, "TEC is a wonderful experience, and it's unfort unate that not more seniors took advantage of it." Another unforgettable experience of the senior year is the senior retreat. It took place at the Catholic Church in Glenwood, Iowa. The seniors were bused to and from Glenwood on two consecutive days. The retreat, however, was different this year. There were fewer group discussions and most of the time the seniors were asked to spend quiet sessions along. Susi Bartholomew said, "I enjoyed guing away for a retreat and getting the chance to be by myself instead of sharing my thoughts in a group." Tom Eberhard also shared, "The senior retreat helped me cope with my daily life. It was only boring if you made it boring." TEC and Retreat/ 103 The sign of peace is exchanged between Fr. Hurley and Lynne Murray. Road trip back to S.A. Primary after the feast day mass, Eric McCurry seems excited to go. The St. Albert Feast day gathering of all Council Bluffs and Neola priests. Fr. Kiernan reviews the troops during mass in the gym. 104/0ur Spec ial Times Cherish and Celebrate the Mass In the B·b a d 1 le} n earrh . ' esus said h h °WI// t at "U S a/} end Pass away b ' <ieaven d Ure" S ' Ut ents and c. evera/ tirne h . tny Words on Sept. 18 c J 'acu/ s t 1s . c ebrate the ty gathered Year, Stu. ing of scho I tnass of Jesus F together to 12 ° rnas · or th gathered s, al/ sru::i e open. Th to p uents e l{ev. Ed ray for a grades 7. The ch . Ward l-Iur/e successful Year Praise at th~ir led the sch:o~e'.ebrared. . .and Other l-Iornecomin m song and Joined . Catholics . g Mass. Alu . wh. m the Ce/ in the co tnn1 . ich focused ebration of I rnrnunity ing horne On the irnpo tie liturvy ~L . ~/J~ f 0 mass "It . Anne Olsen ·s ' Was · 6 · ences asid a tune to put ' said of the e and b our cla d. After th ecome o ss iffer. e bi . ne " tnass end d ess1ng of I . th e and h c ass rin e cafeteria r. t e seniors h gs, the their par or a special rn eaded into en ts 1' ea/ p IJJeanino . he mass h repared by ''" C!JJd cl b ad morning ie runch a special ·· · capPedoff Cherish th a fine ture" ·. e past 15 a fittin · · · Embra '"e se . o corn S . n1ors I . en1or o . s Jared · '\I/JI> A,. II] the f" Alben. We g theme for s ce the fu. With th cherished tuderirs at S e Word of our reli . t. o •v1ass Which iturgy Of the . \Vas ce/ b e rared our futur . Christ a d g1ous pasr e in th ' n We 1 We looked e religious Ce ebrated toward comrnu . eternal i ·c . nny as i1 e in Ch . fl St. Kevin McG inn is reverentl y attentive in assisting the fathers. Fr. Bob Hoefl er and Fr. Hurley celebrate the liturgy in the first all school mass of the year. Mnsses/105 Cheerleader Co nn1e . Persinger '86 prepares posters adve .. Sophomores c· d msmg vale . m y Pe . nrme and c '°phomo<0 '?""°'" '"'" '"' JoM H>«• h• " ""' 0 " " ' " · 106/0 dance.) ng up valentine d ance posters. (For the Fundraising Finds Fortune ur Special ·r 1m· es "Where are we going to get enough money for the things we need? How are we going to pay for all this?" fundraisers, of course! fundraisers were a 1najor source of income for many organizations and dasssp0nsored activities this year. Mike K..avars, head of fundraising coordination for the school, explained the work that goes into arranging a fundraiser. "Certain organizations come to me with a need for rnoney," he said. "l try to find products that will raise the rnoney. l choose accordward the purchase of computers for the school, and various other items. Journalism student!\ old candy and Happenings coupon books to pay son\e of their expenses. football p\a,ers tried to raise rnoney for their ream b) selling candy and fish. Choru ~ and b nd memht.:r~ sold Christmas ornament and p\a<.n1.. tumblers to raise money tor new in uu· ments and choir robes. Both iuniors and seniors sold candy bars. Senior profits helped them defray the expenses of the senior trip and the juniors' went toward the prorn. Many organizations a\so sponsored dances, grub days, and bake sales, many of which were successful. fundraising took a lot of hard work ing to what people are buying and what will raise the rnost rnoney at that tirne." He further explained that there has to be a guarantee of at \east a 40% profit frorn the sale of the product. "1 try to schedule fundraisers so that we don't have one right on rop of another," he said. At the beginning of the year students sold magazines ro raise rnoney ro go toand especially a lot of rime . Sometimes the results weren't up to expectations, but for the most part, it was worth it. Larry Rat igan '87, and Joe Turner '88 collect fish orde rs for the ir foorba ll team. "Mi chelle, oh, Michell e. Wait. I simplr MUST have one of those wonderful candy bars!" Chris later '87 seems tO say. Juniors Kevin McG inn, Chris Fischer. and Mike Masker collect and count candr bar money. Fundraising/ 10 State F ever The '85 Falcon football squad generated excitement and enthusiasm unequaled by many prior St. Albert grid teams. And why not ? The young Falcon squad surprised many en route to an 8-2 campaign and a quarterfinal berth in the Iowa Class 2A playoffs. Leading this small group of Birds was Falcon Head Coach Marshall Scichilone. "If we were just a little more physical and had a few more players (the entire squad consisted of 36 individuals), we possibly could have won it all," said Scichilone. "Our offense couldn't have been stopped. It was one of the best-scoring offenses in the state." The Falcons faced Neola Tri-Center in the first round of the playoffs at Falcon Field. And behind a fantastic , energetic, and loud crowd, SA whipped the Trojans 20-3. When asked what won the game for \ us, Scichilone said, "Defense. We had some big defensive plays that game, and we didn't fold when we got behind early. There 's no doubt our previous playoff experience and home crowd helped us win that game." St. Albert then travelled down to Clarinda to take on the powerful and explosive Cardinals. But this sunny Saturday afternoon was for the birds. Not our Birds, but instead, for the Clarinda Cardinals. Outnumbered, outsized, and outplayed, the Falcons' air attack could not get untracked in the early-going, and they had to play catch-up the entire game. This took the Birds away from their previous game plan, and handed them only their second defeat of the season. Scichilone summed up the season by saying, "This truly was a great bunch of kids. The entire ream continually worked hard, and everyone had a lot of fun. " 1986 Varsity Fo }1m Free Otbal/ team R '< Col man, Doug Rew ow 1 Steve Marr p1trs. Row 3 T' . Row 2· Head C in, Chris Fisch O'Grady. Row 4 ~m Fields, Mark Look i;ch Marshall Sc c: rry Lenihan Aaro 5: Troy l-iolmberg, ::~e: Rex oma~o'. ~~~~ Be ne f~~1e ~~ stant coac :s ~:~~ , Dan Shaver, Brya n son, Scott l-ioffma e1er, Cliris Hana(; ,Joe Turner, Chu k Wertenge/, Dick W . C1chiJone,)1m Hawk 108/0ur S pec1a / Times n, Mark Petraris L ~n, Don]abro, Brian CR Thorn, Pac Thomp right, Rick Wah/ R k• • e and Fox L ohatsch D sen,j e(f Ho , ic • arry R • ana N 1 wa rd s at1gan K I 1e sen, Da . , corr • e ly Blum, Ed M n Disa lvo. Row cG11J, F1 J C atan1a Split end v· h 1nce R t e goal /' ew hauls i b me againsc CJ . n a 0 mb near arin da . I I Punter J eff Shudak concentrates on sending the ball out of the Falcon zone and pinning the Cardinals deep in cheir own territory. Vince Rew goes up high to bring in an arching pass in the midst of the Cardinal secondar)'· • Fullback Fil Catania literally dances by the Clarinda line and into the secondary. A swarm of Falcon defenders bury a lone Cardinal running back. Football Tournamem/ 109 Homicidal Maniac On S.A. Stage After Mollie enters the front room and turns on the light, she sc reams in terror as she realizes that Mrs. Boyle has been murdered. 110/0ur Special Times TI IE MOUSETRAP MOLLIE RALSTON .................. .. .............. LAURIE NETILES GILES RALSTON ........... ... .... ........ .. ......... .... JON JOHNSON CHRISTOPHER WREN ............. .. ....... ....... ... MATT FENNER MRS. BOYLE ....... ............................. .. .. ....... THERESA BOOK MAJOR METCALF .. ......... ........ ......... ....... ... CHUCK THORN MISS CASEWELL ......... ... ... .................. ..... .. AMY BREMMER MR. PARA VINCI .............................. . TROY HEMMINGSEN SERGEANT TROTTER ............................. KARL ROHLING DIRECTOR ......................................... CHARLENE SIMMONS STUDENT DIRECTOR ........ ............ ........... DEB RAWLINGS ROADIES: BILL SMYTH DAN SIMON KEVIN McGINN DA VE KOEHLER JEFF GROSS RICH GREEN BOBBY LOUK OT A MIKE BRISSO JOANN WHETSTONE The g roup gathers for a "family" pomair. Back row: Theresa Book, Karl Rohling, Chuck Thorn, Charlene Simmons (Director). Front row, Deb Rawlings (Student Director) J on Johnson, Laurie Nettles, Matt Fenner, · Amy Bremmer and Troy Hemmingse n. Sergeant Trotter inte rrogates young Christopher Wren, while eyebrows are raised by the cast in suspicion. Amy Bremmer and Matt Fenner goof around during a break on the set of MOUSETRAP. Miss Casewell catches Sergeant Trotter just in rime before he strangles Moll ie. Casewell and Trotte r then realize that they are the long losr brother and sister. and Trotter is the murderer. Fall Play/ I I l Taking a last minute sip of ora nge juice before giving blood is libraria n, Marya nn Ange roth. Dr. Michael Avise displa ys his bravery with his eyes closed. No last minute regrets for this donor, Teresa Andress '86. 112/0ur Specia l Times Being able ro enjoy rhe rewards of cookies and orange juice after the giving process is Jean Carlin '87. J eanene Burke '86, is able ro put up a good from and a big smile while she gives blood. Bloodmobile Draws a Crowd at S.A. . d Needles. Even Shooting patn. Bloo . d de h of those wor s ma the mere thoug t d their stom- \e uneasy or ma e some peop . Wh I It's only natural to achs turn a bit. Y · · · blood . b t usually giving be afraid_ of pam,l ~li htly uncomfortable is not painful, on y g The thought was b ·ef moment. . for a very rt d · fact 1t worse than the actual de~~ · ana :neech'- could be compared to g1vmg p d' m · h \k to the po iu · the hardest part is t e wa l rocess becomes natura . Once begun, the P.vin blood - getting So it was with g1 g M 11· '87 f h battle. Matt u in ' there was ha\ t e f , s that the needle 'd "The ma1or ear wa . h sat ' I mi ht get a little ltg twould hurt and dg h there wasn't a b beyon t at . headed, ut he needle was m . · d Once t doubt m my mm . f \ .t sol put my I l couldn't even ee l , pace, d ,, feet up and relaxe bl dmobile stopped This year the oo . A and overall, it was a success. twice at S • d faculty members were Both students an . L · d "Knowing L'sa Skow So, sat ' donors. t blood to help someone else that you gave .. k s you feel good. . ma e . ount of bravery was a cn- A certain am . . because of the publicity · n however, tena , . AIDS a nearly surrounding the disease, . , . l disease which can be always termma . d . d through transfusions. An transrnitte b h even though the donor would not e t e . ·ent of the transfusions, the fear and rec~ . ·u . . brought about by this new I - msecunty 'd ness still causes people to stop and cons1 - er what they ate doing. For the most part, however, those from SA who gave blood received _a _reward (over and above the required 1u1ce and cookie), the reward of knowing that a good deed was done. I Bloodmobile/ 11 3 A usual perfected sight from the squad - a kickline. G igi Varner, '86 and Beth Quigley, '88, pose for the camera while performing ro "(.J.T. Y". First row: Amy Tobias, Laurie Nettles. Second row: The resa Burkey, Tina DeChant,J acqui Slater,Jill Pender. Ba rb Osborne. Third row: Becky Ficek , Norene Smith,J ennifer Ogg. Sa ll y Eberhard, J ean Fox, and Beth Quigley. Not pictured: J enni Holder, Tammy Jones, and Gigi Varner. 114/0ur Special Times Pommers Seek Perfection Who w k in a es u b g during th p efore 6· The e surn .45 ever Porn Pon . rner and y rnorn. In Au g1rfs of Schoof an gust, 1985 courset Year? .. nua/ Nee , the s · State U . Porn Po quad attend rior r _n iversity. Th n Carnp held ed the ho,.,., at1ng along _e squad ear at Iowa .,,e ro . With ned a squad I Utine, "So a trophy .c supe. a so rne L ·k 1 or th . and b Won th I e It /-/ eu Th rougJn horn e superstars Ot ... The . e po e the . CJUad r . S1ty footba;rners Perfor spirit Stick at1ng, baJJ garne , boys and ~ed a// Yea r . in rn .d s, and at ~1r s vars. at var. "/ I ·April, 1986 a clinic for lty basket. Was · Youn said Proud of 8Sters h Captain L Our s ad th aurie N CJUad th . sh e abifit ettfes '86 .. is Year .. owed Y to · E ' true dedi . Perforrn . veryone Cation .. We I J · and 1985_86 p * L orn Po aurie N n Squad * Tarnrn jetties '86 Th y ones '86 eresa B Tina D Urkey '87 Saffy Ebeehant '88 B erhard . ecky p- 87 lea ICek '88 n Fox '8 Jen · 6 ) n1 l-Iofder '8 ennifer 0 7 Barb 0 'gg '86 }ilJ P, sborne '87 Beth Qender '88 j . u1gfey '88 acgu1 SJ N ater · 8 Orene S .. 8 Arny T b rn1th .86 Gigi V o ias '88 arner '86 Seniors Tammy J ones, Jean Fox, Laurie Nettles ·ind Gi·g· y f "B k. · o .. . ,, 1 arner per orm ro rea in ut at camp that brought them a superior rating. "Let's part)•'" The girls take a little t. b · · f . . •me Ou t to oog1e m the dorm lobby at camp. Le r ro right: J ean Fox. Norene Sn11th. Sa ll y Eberhard. Jenni Holder, Theresa Burkey. and Tammy Jones. Pom Pon ll~ Boys' basketball cheerleaders M elissa Stidham and Lynne Murra y strut th eir stuff during a time o ut cheer. The football cheerleaders lead the crowd in the fight song during a pep rally. The 1985-86 fall and winter cheerleade rs. Front row: Mary McCle llan, Laurie Coats, Annette Hunter, Monica "egrete, Li bby Arn old, Gi na Gronstal, Sheila Behrendsen, Danielle Tighe. Second row: j enny Murra}', Julie McCoy, Maureen O'Gara, Lynn Quinze, Cindy Persinger, Dawn Rickard, Gina Tolliver, Shanno n J ohnson. Third row: Lynne Murra y, Melissa Stidham, Connie Persinger, Kari Larsen, Alyce Ru ssell , K ris Kinart, Cynd y Berriman. Fourth row: Amy Honaker, Shirley Tobias, Erica Nielsen, Stephanie Keefe, Maria Papazia n. 116/0ur Special Times Cyndr Berriman and Connie Persinger disc before ic scam while Penny Ramirez watclie up. Spirit Seizes St. Albert . . ractices t and ttnng p .doff The long, ho ' of f\ugust pa1 hout the month d cheerleading throug recis1one on The . h a fine\y p f otball seas . d wit 985 s6 o . m an d fo r the l - . enthus1as squa (·\led with s tO an was 1 d carry u season '. . I at helpe \ spirit t • schoO e S-2 final. ade in the overawesorn I nges were in' te squads S era\ c 1a Separa d ev d. program· k ball. an \ea 1ng \I bas et all cheer f footba ' 0 \\ baS- 1 ted or h foot a ' were se ec outs for t e for the 1. g Try- Try-outs . wrest in . d wrestling· ring; while ketball, an d were held last sJ wrestling football sT: basketball :nof the season. n y-outs I Id at the en wed and d were ,e . ere rene . h squa s f . ndsh1ps w f ned wit o\d ne . were on I Many f . dsh1ps . . toget 1 - new nen d racoc1ng . many I J V. squ<l s p heer\ead1ng Varsity anc . . . me in the c he first ti for t tO er fortcinate progra1n. a\ways been~d this year's "'\f.le have s a.. . f. sponsor , b McGuire ern 1c · De have t 10 exception. d and lots nsor was I . new i eas, spo I t organizaoon, \ ank her for her 0rou g 1 '\f./e \ovingly n I e Russell, f laughter· . " said A ye o d u1dance . hu1nor an g ·s6. Cheerlendini:/ 11 Winter Focus ... Shuttle Tragedy Cherish The Seven A typical launch from Cape Kennedy. l lk/()ur ."iptual 'fimts . . . f . I SR B failure. N0te 0-ring failu re in right solid Amst s rende ring o rig it · · · rocket booster. The shuttle as it sits on the pad at the Cape. Following a relatively calm beginning of a new semester at St. Albert, a national tragedy struck which affected not only our community, but the whole world. A cold, dreary January 28 is a day that will be remembered for a long time. It marked an end to 25 years of reliable missions by NASA, the end of seven lives, and the loss of the space shuttle Challenger. On board were Gregory D. J arvis, Ronald E. McNair, Ellison S. Onizuka, Judith Resnik, Commander Francis R. Scobee, and co-pilot Michael]. Smith. With them was Christa McAuliffe, a teacher from Concord, who was to be the first civilian in space. NASA and a presidential investigation both focused blame for explosion on a fatal o-ring "burn through." 0-rings, which seal the segments of the solid rocket booster, were damaged by cold temperatures in Florida that morning. A super-heated blast that should have been directed downward and toward the external fuel rank, caused the explosion. As news of the disaster spread, a large group of SA student and teachers gathered in the library, spellbound by the media coverage and the repeated playbacks of the explosion, and the incredulous expressions shown on the fa ces of the families, friends and well-wishers who had all been there to see the launch. By lunchtime the entire school had heard the news, and prayers were offered over the intercom, hoping for survivors and asking for strength for their families. In the days that followed , American flags flew at half-mast, a constant reminder of the Tuesday tragedy. Replacements at NASA in launch confirmation and mission control vowed to not let anything like this happen again, but the space program will continue. As President Reagan said in a speech following the fatal mishap, "The future doesn't belong to the faint-hearted. It belongs to the brave." Shuttle/ 119 Snow Days • • • Theresa Book, Bill Smyth, and Dan Poole hurry to th eir ca rs in hope of getting out o f the park ing lot before a blizzard hits. Santa made a surprise visit to Anne Thompson to wish her a happy birthda y and a Merry Ch ristmas all at the same time. 120/0ur Special Times Slow Days J eff Gross buttons up his coat and bows his head against the frig id wind . Matt Mu ll in sets up his Christmas tree at home in prepara tion to decorating it with his fam ily. Moll y Hannan an d Kristy Mi chal rry ro keep wa rm in class by wearing their ma rs anc.I keeping busy wirh a good book. Wimer 1onrhs/ 121 Student Spotlight Todd Evers holds one of his many bird s. Todd Evers Do you love animalsi Most would answer this question with a yes. But how far would you express your love of animals' By having a dog, cat, or bird ? One senior loves animals so much he has a menagerie of them. Todd Evers is an animal lover. He has 25 female and 25 male parakeets, 3 Bosron terriers, 2 female and 1 male , he has tropical fish and 2 Siamese cats. Five years ago Todd started out with one female and one male parakeet and now he has 50. He's had the Boston terriers for 3 years and the 2 females are both preg nant. They breed the Boston terriers to sell them ro other people. "I love animals but don't like getting up early before school to feed and water them. It is a lot of ha rd work bu t worth it. " Bonnie Ficek __________________________ .. Bonnie Ficek, junior, has been in gymnastics ever since she was 9 years old. She first sta rted our in dancing and wanted to do something more interesting. So her mom suggested gymnastics. She practices gymnastics at South Omaha Gymnasium. She practices on Monday and Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:30 or later and on Su nday from 2:00 ro 4:30. Bonnie pl ans ro quit gymnastics after her senior year, but she would li ke ro compete in college but she says she is nor skill ed enough or ded icated enough. "The people in my gym are great, they are all so fun and nice, that is the main reason I am still in it, not so much as to win as ro stay close to my friend s - they make gymnastics the greatest." 122/0llr Special Times Bunnie Fi cek doe~ a handstand on the uneven ba rs in a meet. Lori Phelps We all probably have had a summer job to bring in a little extra cash. But most of us probably don ·t take ou r job seriously and plan o n working there for the rest of our lives. But one senior has found her summer job a little different. In the summer Lori Phelps, senior, enjoys working with kids at the Mother Goose Day Care Center. She works 8 hours a day everyday except Saturday and Sunday. The kids are from 1 to 6 years of age. She reads the kids stories, serves them food, takes them places like Showbiz or to the zoo. Lori also works as a Teachers Aide at Walnut Grove. She helps the kids with their ABC's and numbers. "I li ke kids a lot and that is why I picked to work at the da y care center and I hope to do it more in the future. It is my goal in life. " Lori plans ro wo rk with children at a day care center after she g raduates. Lori's gentle touch und oubtly leaves a spec ial mark o n the kids she teaches. Man Fenner hangs pilsrn ac his famil(s P:isc1 Shop. Lori Phelps entertai ns che kinderga rc eners ac \Xlalnuc Grove by playi ng ball wich chem. Ma tt Fenner A boy of many talents describes Matt Fenner. He has been working since he was ten years old. He has ma ny odd jobs that he does on his free time. He works at his mothe r and fathe r's Pasta Shop after school from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. or later. During the summer Matt detassels and paints houses. He also ha his own odd job service. he does odd jobs such as mowing lawns, ra king leaves, and cleaning houses. For larger jobs Matt hires people to work with and for him. Matt says that his favorite job is his ummer job, derasseling. because he gets exercise and meets people, he makes good money, has beautifu l weather and he thinks it's fun . Marr·s hobbies are colleeting bottles and ma.sks, drama. drawing, reading. and swimming. M)' )Ob keeps me busy and it brings in extra cash fo r the "fun· things in life. And it keeps me busy yet I get exercise and the chance to meet lots o f people.·· he also added. Scu dem Spoclight/ 12.\ Spring Focus ... Terrorism The Line Of Death Reagan Fights Back "Well , M oammar, this is mo re fun than Electronic Battl eship, don't you think?" 124/0ur Special Times Terro rist attempts were stepped up throug ho ut th e wo rld ever since the United States bombed Tripoli, the capital of Libya on April 14, 1986. President Reagan's reason for this action was because there was strong evidence that Libya was responsible fo r the bombing of a nig ht club in West Germany that kill ed an American soldier, and injured as man y as 50 others. Leader of Libya, Moamma r Khadafy, was not injured in the attack, but his adopted bab y daughter was al leged ly killed . Man y of America's a llies, such as France and Italy said they would not back up the United States' decision, nor"\vould France and Ital y all ow U.S. military aircra ft to fl y ove r th eir countries. Su rprisingly, othe r allies would have preferred an all-out attack on Libya. Thousands of people around the world, on th e other hand, protested the attack by burning American flags and other demonstrations in Britain, West Germany, Italy and Sweden. M any questions were raised daily by citizens of America and other countries as to th e necessity of bombing Libya, and c rossing Khadafy's "Line of Death ." (An imaginary line in the Gulf of Sidra that is ac tu all y int erna tiona l wate rs, but that Khadafy claims as Libya 's). Did we have the rig ht ro act in such a manner? Should any country a llow " bully" tactics of terrorists witho ut response' \Xlhy were innocent people killed' Will the bombing lead ro World Wa r IIP A poll was take n of ten stu dents at St. Albert. The students questioned repre - sented each grade. The question was, "Do you fe el that th e United States had the rig ht tO bomb Libya': Six said, "Yes," and fou r sa id , "No." Matt Mullin ·37 said, "Khadafy only understands vio lence, and this was the only way to express ro him that we're not going tO take it.J eanette Burke '86 said, "I feel a bomb was a little extreme, and I fee l if we go to wa r, we will lose." Laurie Nettles '86 said , "I think we had the rig ht tO show them that we wouldn't be pushed aro und , but it's a shame innocent people had to be killed for it. " Alicia M cCoy '87 sa id , "I think it was rig ht t0 rake the action tO prevent future te rrorism in the Middle East." There are no definiti ve answers tO terrorism. Stu dent responses only reflect a simila r trend of the whole society, and it seems clear there are no easy answers. Matt Mullin "Khadafy only understands . v10- 1 ence ... '' Jeanette Burke "I feel a bomb is a little extreme ,, Laurie Nettles " .. . it's a shame innocent people had to be killed for it." licia McCoy «J think it was right to take the action ... " Terrorism/ t 15 Senior Gigi Varner examines the dinner crowd at the Senior Banguet. Shirley Tobias reads the petitions at Senior Mass in May. Swinging Into Spring In Style 126/0ur Special T11nes J the an· f\\bcrt hoste \n M:arch. St. . 'l he thcrne for . d i~c r aucuon. . a':i a rass is n· s rung; the ~ · ·," St. nual tun ra h ')0 .,, \l;:a.tun11)! he auction -wast c "- It tCJ')' C.hevro· "Spring has p the birdies is. der where t . ·ti.on, a ri.:1.Jlll main attral. o· c I\ .. l won · do• aterl \ \ Ill\ Ii R1rk W'.J.hl, \tt "' ri\ \(:ltt; i ' an . ( i l)ick \n nP ' ~t .. 11CC I s 111. rse' be a. fun f cou . d tO p..\bert o . ' of ·s6 prove started with tht a~ i Dr tvhclw.t: a\ong\ 'l rac\ \,c1ni.:n \ nc be '.in Wn!,!. it, \ \\ u i,1 , \\ The spring Students . . n fi\led one. beat with a d coo . ·ght d an a ff i.n rbe n 11.\\ decl<e ·ea.son o d nee. r- J the ~ \'·man a h·rrs anu ( \ wa t<> •• s 1 success u r1.awa11an u\ar . \egoons, ed tO pop out in dents danc time. sung, asse~, ~,~d a iarnrnin· ~:::n, stu· tunes an season g . e As the Lent:;d in a reflection t~~e dents paruc1pa . I ddit\ons a\so. h ec1a a 1n t e nd sorne sp . . d together a I 101ne J'Aas~ on . ntl Mars ia \>R u a f\vi~e. a ·hn1qut:" uf , . ' the tee teaching \ nts h. h school stuc e . a\.tc rnative tO 1)1, \asses were an . c\·asses. The c h s\cal educauon final d1e regular p y u1red to pass a . S dents wt:re req d of the session tu the en pt.. wntten test at ' tO the ir regular . '· fore retutning, oe . c\a~s · s h ·en1or c\as,e . Ma t7. t e ~ \ e last fina\\ y, on · arents for t• . d with their P J c\1nner high schOO celebrate the \ J 'oy auditonu01 tO Prayers were e tu· '" \ Wednesday d senior h1g,h ~ ,..s ' 1 · h ·an " ous iunior 11g, d each rnor111n" var~ts which were hear before c\asses de p i\. systein . on was over the ·. Easter :,eas . . d This rre· c the enore starte . . . e tirne ior os1ti\' definite\)' a P Sf\ fa01i\y · ,,athere a Mass an r. . ce\ebrate ' r11ne tO to)l,ether. d . deed sprung' Spring ha 111 Kevin McGin n '87 and Dawn Rickard '88 enjoy a dance during rhe Spri ng Walk man Dance. Chris Fischer rakes some qu ier reOection rime as he leads a prayer over the P.A. sysrem during the Lemen season. Mi chell e Bliznrd takes advantage of her free rime during lunch break ro cat ch some ra ys. Rich Wahl. CPR instructor and M:irr Geier auvance to open heart surµer1 after norm:d CPR techniqu es fail ed n Rescussi-A nn ie . Spring 1\ ct iviues/ l 2"7 Sir Harry and Lady Larken si ng "Yesterd ay I Loved You. " Prince Dauntless follows along wirh rhe histor)' lesson to help Winnifred pass rhe queen's resr. Princess Winnifred tries to unde rstand her history lesson, but has a lirrl e trouble remembe ring. T he Jester and King Sextimus talk over possibilities fo r rhe king ro carch a lady friend. Lad y Larken and the Minstrel sing "Normandy," after La rken dec ides to leave rhe kingdom. The Wizard and rhe queen discuss one of her socalled " fai r" rests. 128/0ur Special Times Once Upon A Mattress \ o the alt<tr, .1 unt1 t \ Yt)' weu- h se dea t "No one n 'd'" This \lttle p ra ica\. \ ss 1s \e · · n1in[!. n•U Daunt e. f this years s, . lt takes \.. he n\Ot 0 ·rTRt.SS. w1t11 t r ONi A. Mf\ . 1 ""' where CF. lW . k1ng,uo'" . ON "'')' 1n1J<.ed-up e noncess · a er"~ · d a trU r p\ace in . ce cannot \1n ' 't rea\ize is non 0oesn . a poor r what he . doesn t , But " (Tn1va1n, to rnarr) · \ Queen ~gr; .. \·air" tests \ · 11ot1er, . . her that 115' . ss tO pass fore\'er. an pnnce . e her son " a\\ow \ wants tO ke p ;he is prei; because s ie finds out that S r Harr)' . d . \.;.i.rken . d soon 1 \.a Y ,_ e rnarne d (ind a d rnu5t o out an nant. an J -ides tO g,o He btinf, her fo1nce. eL - \)aunt\ess. ired incess \or_ a1nps. \'(/1nn1 uue pr 5 o\ the'"'· ther rest, 00ccs f 1Js ano ba \.;a P \ he q,1ecn 11 · .• 5 \which as 11sua . t () inattresse . nut,' under 2 . ' pnnces.) Y pe·<> , \ . a true one tin \ be nooceu :-> ~ ne\ and the wou\d sure ) oi the 1111n i.. the help \'l./1t11 The Lad1e> and the Knights wait p:nienrh· for the q ueen·, decision so that thn· tao cnn all be m3 rrieJ. Spnng tusiral/ 129 Rocky Mountain High Connie Persinger tries to fi nd a sea r on Colorado-bound bu . The view from a sk i lift at Ke)'Stone provides a breat hcaking look at the Rockies. A kind \)' bus drive r helps unload sk i equipment for An n 1 lenderson. Sue I lot7. Karl Rohling. and Ron Barszcz. afte r a long da)' of sk iing. I 30/0u r Special Times Susie Bartholomew and Michell e Turner rake a break on the balcony of their condo. Posing at the cop of Keysrone Mounta in are Ko rey Cul jar,J ames Sebg hati. Gigi Varner, Laurie ettles, Kell y Blum, and Ron Barszcz. J enny Ogg and Kris Kina rt wait at Ke rstone for the group. Maria Papazian and Al yce Ru ssell jam it up in their condomin ium. r. Ski Trip/ I \l Cherish The Good Times ... The Class Of '86 Embrace The Challenges 132/0ur Specia l Times Sen iors/ I\"\ "We did it'" Congra tul at ing each other are front row: Lau rie Nettles.J ames Sebghati. Theresa And ress; sewnd row: Michelle Johnson. Jean Fox, Gigi Va rner, Jeanette Burke. Cris Schmitz. Korey Culjat, Darrin Marrin and orher senior hors listen attentively to rhe commencemenr address Phil Gillett wa lks proudly after being awa rded his long-awaired diploma. 134/0ur Specia l Times "Finally!" Fil Catania seems pleased as he steps down off the podium after receiving his diploma. Senior girls prepare fo r the ceremony in front of the home ec room mirrors. Time To Believe In Our Dreams - f the girls in the class were EaLh o . and the bO)' wore a given a white rose, . POMP AND . boutonniere . d bad times. \'\\ · s an "For good urne ' hat's what • . d forevermore. t be on your s1 e f ·end< are for." h St Al be rt n ~ 11 z1 t e · On Thursday, I\ ay _, ernent arnid 6 h Id con1menc (/; Class of 198 e srn i\es frorn ) rears and many in any . s seniors. d Wa•Tner anioou F Richar ' 1" . Guest speaker. r. b ·k ·ind surpnse "Corne ac ' d Id the class, , . Jones, an to . ·an fa1111ny . d ,,, Va\ed1cton . 1· reminisce us. . Karl Roh 1ng. Sa\urntonan, . ' friendships. and . rnernorn:s. about class f ture goals. Murray greet- u . dent L nne Class Pres1 . . d other guests. arcnts, an R d graduates, P ·c1 t Vince ew e ·1 Pres1 en . Student (.uunc1 h Murra)' and Rew led the prayer. ~<l t s recipients o f the e l.itcr name :i d elected b . wer Albert Awar · white rose ·cE 0 t\\e traditional •MSTAN . wa~ ClRCl . raduates' entrance. Processional tor the g . nJ The- \ J· ck1e Le~gio . a Laurie Nett es, a . HAT'S W HJ\ T ~a Book sang 1 d f()RjLST A E FOR an FRIENDS AR , . db' fr. Robert MOMENT, accornpanie H ocff1e r. f 1 vening was the h. hlight o tie t:: /\ ig . S Albert Award to · o\ the t. presentauon . f l1is untiring ser. "\" Gres> or Dr. Wn iarn S ·hools Father Ed· . St Albert L · \. vice to . I hon red for \IS ward Hurley was a o <l of rhe scho \. . vears as hea d b\' Dr. Mi- . Di \omas were presente '. . . P . d s· Jude F1upamck. -had vise an ister . . L . dent of schools in the d10 - Supennten ese · rinall y. Murra ' led the grads in turn- ~ t~ u~cl . . ~d "We laul!hed , until we had to U) . Spirit of St. their classmates. .. decorated with ·1u1n v, ,is d The gyrnna~ a'"' blue, silver' an · co\ors. n ' The the cl as ~ d streamer · White wirh balloons an ( urn Yesteday , . "l arn r ,. class rnottO wa~ , (or Tomorrow . . . Toda " Dream tive lor • \ ·t uood· I :\ · ght d wn to our a> o , e ovec , ~ bye." Gradu tton/ l \'\ Ann Hende rson and J ulie Wassinger escort Sreve Suden inro rhe ceremony. Karl Rohling gives his sa lurarorian speech ro his classmares. The senior girls joyfully rurn rheir rassels. • • • Graduation 136/0u r Special Times Jac kie Leggio. Laurie Nettles, and Theresa Book sing the final song, FOR JUST A MOMENT. Senior girls share one last moment together. Vince Rew proud\)' recei es the pirit of Sr. Albert Award. Lisa Claussen, Shirle)' Tobias, and lvt iche\\ e Johns n give an ensemble performance. BLUE Tl'ESDA Y BLUES. Grnduation/ l P Seniors Lynne Murray and Rex Romano show us their "wild side." during Homecoming Week ·as. "'How can she say I'm wrong ' !? I never give a wrong answer! " exclaims Steve Oberdin '89, in his freshman speech class. Community . . . Friends . .. Family . .. These words are often used and taken lightly in our everyday vocabulary. But everybody (who is anybody) knows that these words all have very special meanings "on the hill." St. AlbertJr./Sr. High School is a student body that considers each other G.C.F. (also known as Good Close Friends), and some would even consider each other part of their own family . Not only are students close to their peer group, but some students have developed close friendships with their teachers, too. Each individual class has developed its own unique, interesting qualities throughout the years. Some have more intellectual and academic qualities and abilities, whereas, others may have more character and humor in their style. AU in all, each class maintains high standards in everything they do, but like they say, "variety is the spice of life," and students at SA are living proof. 138/Cl asses • • • With Class (es) A few elite, yet eccentric sophomore, junior and senior students rake time o ut to pose for a wild-n-cra zy picture during Homecoming '85. Division page/ 139 Class of '89 Social • • • 140/(Jasses Lizabeth Arnold James Barnes Sheila Behrendsen Michael Brisso Wendy Burg Kevin Carlin Laurie Ann Coats Terry Colpitts Cynrhia Corbaley Michell e Doner Susan Eberhard Darcy Edelbrock Rodney Feekin Matthew Fenner Theresa Fischer Bernadette Gier Gina Gronstal Troy Hemm ingsen Michael Herbert Dawn Hite Fun-loving • • • Involved The freshman class lists a va riety of personalities in its class roster. There are ath letes, acrors, writers, artists, and musicians. They are also a most fun-loving and social group. Teachers can attest ro the qualities above named, and humor is not ro be ove rl ooked. "Steve Oberdin is one of the most straightfaced comedians I have ever witnessed ," said Jeannette Schultz, freshman literature teache r. "He could make me laugh, even on a reall y bad day." "Troy Hemmingson is a neat person with the kind of personality that picks you up when you are down ," said Bonnie Ficek '87. That can also be said of many others of the Class of '89. They are also talkative. Ju st about anywhere you find them. they are busy conversing about this, that, and whomever. " I ran inro a group of freshman girls at the movies one weekend," said Angel Howlett "87. "and all through the movie I could hear them whispenng. Involvement is another quality of this class of srudenrs. They have made their mark in fine arts, athl etics and academics. Like most students, the freshman class is look ing forward to moving on ro the title of sophomore. Most indicated that hig hlights fo r next yea r will be turning 16, learning ro dri ve , and making more fri ends. Others are looking fo rward ro the chall enges of being another yea r older. and perhaps even another yea r wiser. Mike Brisso demonsrra ces one of the many angry expressions learned in Char Simmons's speech class. Terry Slobodn ik concentra tes on his poetry assignment in Literatu re class. Julie Holder Trent Holmberg Michael Honaker Annette Hunter Scorr Jones Chad Kavars Wayne Keefer Todd Klei n Matthew Konz Par Krier Anthony Kruse Stephen Lenihan Tammy 1..esline Robert Loukota Jr. Mary McClellan Gregory McDonald Marga ret McGinn Karla Mi ll er Brian Moffatt Capildeo Na ri ne Freshmen/ l-i l 142/Classes Monica Negrete Michelle Nelson Steven Niebur Brian O'Connor Greg O'Grady Patrick O 'Neill Steve Oberdin Randy Phelps Matthew Phillips Rubin Ramirez Brian Ratigan Danny Ryan Jill Schieffer Nathan Schnitker Dale Scott Sherry Slobodnik Terry Slobodnik Jason Smith Thomas Smyth Jason Sprinkel Greg O'Grady looks over the work of other 9th grade Literature students. As Jason Smith rakes notes. Danielle Tighe practices abdomi nal thrusts on Wendy Burg. Peggy McGinn and An nette Hunter clown around at the Christmas Dance. Matthew Witzke Monica Wood Timothy Zimmerman not pictured: Tammy Merrick ' Billie Suden Danielle Tighe Christine Weber J oann Whetstone Robbie Williams Homecoming Opposite Day was an opportunity for Troy Hemmingsen and Man Fenner ro clown around and dress up in their mothe rs' "finery". men/143 Class of '88 A Year Of Challenges and Changes The sophomore year is an awakening rime for mosr students, as rhey experience more responsibility and rhe chance ro exercise some of their newfound freedom. One new and long-anticipated responsibility for tenth-graders is learning ro drive a car. SA srudents rake driver's education ar AL, and some find this hard ro ad just ro. "Ir was different being in a class full of AL stud ents, and ar first I felr uncomfortable because I didn 't know anyone, bur I gor used ro it quickly," said Gina Tolliver. Many felt comfortable in AL surroundings, however. "I liked the fact that driver's ed. is at AL, and I especially liked having Mr. Worley for a Kathleen Alfers Mary Becker Karen Birusingh Mark Brisso Matthew Buchanan Jennifer Buckley Ben Butterfield Barbara Carlin Cheryl Carlson Dennis Christiansen Kevin Claussen Trisha Corbaley Richard Cox John Crowley Sean Davis Eric De Laubenfels Kristina DeChanr Daniel Disalvo Valentina Echazarreta Jason Engler 144/Classes reacher," said Steve Marrin . "He was a lot of fun." There are so many new and differen t activities that begin in rh e sophomore yea r. Nationa l Ho nor Society is a g oa l rhar a sopho - more may qualify for, depending on leade rship, service, character and scholarship. ··r think THS is a good idea fo r sophomores, and ir was a g rear honor for me ro be ind ucted ," said Kathy Alfers. Pom-pon is important in the lives of some sophomore g irls. MJ_ny look forward ro th is activity, but mosr found that it rook a lot o f endurance to get up early every morning and go to practice. " [ wasn't rea ll y prepared for the long ho urs that were in srore for me, but during this time I learned about patience and cooperation," said Tina DeChanr. "Pom-pon was a rewarding experi ence for me this yea r." The Class of '88 found man y good memori es ro hold on to. 'Tl! always remember my sophomore yea r," said Jacqui Slater. " It was the first time I ever felt like I was a part of something involving upperclassmen." The Class o f '88 is already creat ing moments rhar wil l be cherished for a lifetime, and em bracing hope for a futur e that will ho ld challenges and changes. :fon e ,s tu? . "What do you mean 'can we spea k Span ish !' Of course, we can' " says Chuck Th orn and Matt Bu chanan. "We're fonrasrico!" A L's driver ed. insrrucror, Michael Forbes, ponde rs his pride and joy ... a class of Sr. Albert sophomores. Becky Ficek Susan Gray Christopher Hanafan John Has ett Amy Helms J eff Howard Chris Hughes Robert Hunter Shannon Johnson Christian J ones J on Larsen Jerard Lenihan Mark Lookabill Steven Manin Veronica Martin Anthony Mauer Julie McCoy Chad McDermott ancy McPartland David Meyerri ng Sophomores/ 145 Doug Struyk '88 diligently works on a paper for health class. John Miller Tracy Morris Jennifer Murray Dana Nielsen Stacy Oberdin Maureen O 'Gara Scott O'Grady Brenda Olson Steven Parker Jill Pender Cindy Persinger Cindy Petratis Beth Quigley Lynn Quinze Constance Ravlin Jennifer Rethmeier Doug Rew Dawn Rickard Mark Root Melo die Schlautman 146/Classes Fr. Kiernan patientl y points o ur some important aspects of sophomore religion co Becky Ficek '88. John Crowley '88 genrly sands some blocks of wood for his projecc in shop class. David Zimmerman Not Pictured: Andrew Bemer Richard Green Jonathan Johnson Michelle Sondag ,i "JilVorr'll' h krmo,tr Jody Schmitz Timothy Shea Mary Jean Sillik Jacqueline Slater Kirk Storm Henry Straka Doug Struyk Patrick Thompson Charles Thom Amy Tobias Gina Tolliver Joseph Turner John VanScoy Aaron Walter Christopher Young ophomores/147 Juniors: Spirit • • • Michelle Blizzard Theresa Burkey J ean Carlin Steven Carlson Joelle Corbaley Harold Gene Cox Maureen Daly Samuel Disalvo Sally Eberhard Stuart Edlebrock Lisa Evers Christopher Felle r Bonnie Ficek Timothy Fields Christopher Fischer 148/Classes Dave Fischer Kenneth Fox Leland Fox Matthew Geier Andrea Genereux Parties • • • Togetherness The junior class brings to mind spirit, parties, and togetherness. O ver the years, the class of '87 has become known fo r its spirit and enthusiasm shown at games, dances, pep rallies, and yes, even in the halls. A prime example was the day of the boys' district basketball game against Red Oak. It was the end of the third lunch period, and as the bell rang there was a realistic attempt to mock the sound. The psuedo bell turned into the drumroll-like sound of -a-- cheer. While walking down the hall there was yelling, cheering, clapping, and bangi ng o n lockers. In other words, a lot of pep and enthusiasm was being released. And , of course, it was the junior guys who "threw together" and led the on-offic ial lunch-time rall y in the halls. Parries weren't the only claim tO fa me the junio r cl ass made, but they ce rtainly were at the top o f the list. And there was good reason fo r thinking about parries as being sy nonomous with the junior class. After all , in decent weather, which was anything but two inches o f ice an d fo ur inches of snow, there was a party almost eve ry weekend. What were they celebrating? Well, the fac t is, the class o f '87 would celebrate anything ... just so they parried together. Dan Murray and Barb Osborne show rheir enthusiasm for Algebra II. Dan Poole shows excitement for the day's assignment. Mike Gillett Jeffery Gross Julie Gubbels Molly Hannan James Hawk Mark Heenan Jennifer Holder Troy Holmberg Angela Howlett Don Jabro Jerry Jennings Matthew Johnson Stephanie Keefe David Koehler Jap.nifer Koenig Kari Larsen Ann Leber Ronald Marshall Michael Masker Alic ia McCoy Ju niors/149 Honorary A-Team member, Mark Heenan, is ready for "crazy-day" action. "The basics of social justice are ... " as taught by Marr Johnson and Tim Fields. Kevin McGinn Kristine Michal Brian Miller Melanie Miller Ronald Mueller 150/Classes Matthew Mullin Daniel Murray John O'Connor Susan Ord Barbara Osborne Annmarie Petersen Daniel Poole Penny Ramirez Larry Ratigan Debra Rawlings Donna Roane Brian Rohatsch Ann Romano Daniel Shaver Daniel Simon not pictured: Mark Petratis Thomas Ryan Christopher Slater Nancy Smith Bill Smyth Angela Stander Melissa Stidham Anne Thompson Kristina White Maureen Wickham Dawn Zimmerman Top: Ann Romano. Dawn Zimmerman, and Michelle Blizzard chow down on pizza. Ron Mueller shows off his feminine side on opposite day during Homecoming festivities. Juniors/ 151 Seniors Teresa Andress Ronald Ba rszcz Susanne Bartholomew Cynthia Berriman Kell y Blum Theresa Book Am y Bremmer J eanette Burke 152/Classes • • • Happenings It was a yea r of beginnings, it was a yea r of endings, but most of all it was a yea r o f happen ings. Happeni ngs such a car rallies, dances, musica ls, and play ; contests, competitions, tests and rrips; all were a pa rt o f th e special yea r that has been proclaimed , .. the best o f your life .. by alumni o f every hig h school. The g raduating class of 1986 has c reated memories that will extene r beyond the pages o f this book, deep into our hearts and minds. Memories such as the Colorado ski trip, two excellent fo otball seaso ns in a row, breaking in new teachers, no n-silent stud y halls, and most of all, the fun-loving students th at make up the "class .. o f 1986. CLASS OF 1986 at the Top Goa ls were reac hed and new o nes were set. Goa ls li ke grad uating and acce ptance by the coll ege of your choosing , o r the armed fo rces. The future, a ca reer and fam il y for most, was em braced with o pen arms. Yet, th e past, ma inl y hig h sc hool memo ries, will be cherished fo re ve r . .. Learn from yesterd ay, li ve for today. dream fo r tomorrow .. was the well- chosen motto fo r the Class of '86. The happiness of toda y is close ly linked with th e wisdom o f yesterday. and the plans fo r tomo rrow. Lea rn , li ve, d rea m. May the members o f th e Class o f 1986 continue ro dream thro ug hout the rest o f th eir li ves, for it is o nl y thro ug h dreaming that the highest goa ls are achieved. Kris Kinan shows her Christmas spi rit ea rl}' b}' wearing a hat rr immed with mistl eroe during I lo mecomini,: fest ivities. K ris Ma rrin is ca ug ht by surprise as she and Theresa Book enter the line at the Senior Bacc:dau reare dinner. Lisa Claussen Korey Culjat Thomas Danala Thomas Eberhard Todd Evers Lorraine J ean Fox J ohn Francis James Freeman Seniors/15 .\ 154/Classes Amy Geier Theresa Gier Phillip Gillett Frederick Grote Steve n Hansen Ann Henderson Scott Hoffman Amy Honaker Debbie Sondag examines the contents of her recipe in f oods class while Karen Menges looks fo r a spoon. Sue Hotz takes time out to check the bulletin board in the Journalism room. Da rrin Martin pauses to say 'Hi' to the camera while dancing with Amy Geier at Prom. Susan Hotz J ames Hunter Tammy Jones Kris Kinart Jacquelyn Leggio Kris Marrin Edward McGill Karen Menges Scr.:rirs/ l S'i Kim Mauer looks apprehensive as she watches a Falcon football game. 156/Cl asses Michael Mill er Lynne Mu rray Scorr elson Laurie Nerrles Suzanne Niebur Erica Nielsen Jennifer Ogg Anne Olsen Theresa Book mixes a littl e sugar with he r make-up as she prepares fo r a play. Darrin Martin ki cks back and relaxes wh il e waiting for the bell in 7th hour stud y hall. M aria Papazian Connie Persinger Lori Phelps Vincent Rew Karl Rohling Rex Ro mano Alyce Russell Christine Schmitz Sen1 rs l~' Shirl ey Tobias dressed up as a Playboy Bunny on crazy day during Ho mecoming Week. A chill in the air prompted a coat. 158/Classes J ames Sebghati Jeffery Shudak Lisa Skow Norene Smith David Smyth Deborah Sondag Mary Tarnisiea Michelle Turner Lisa Skow (lefr) and J ea n l'ox make yearbook page assig nments. CLASS OF 1986 Mary Gigi Varner Julie Wasinger Michael Zimmerman not picrured: Filadelfo Carania Dale Fischer Michelle Johnson Darrin Marrin Kimberly Mauer Srephen Suden Shirley Tobias error sets in phy ics. Some senior girls get ready to load the bus. Front row: Kris Kinarr. Gigi Varn er. Lau rie l'\en les. Chris Schmitz. Back row: Jackie Leggio. Teresa Andress. Lisa Claussen . .J eanene Burke. 'orene mith. Jenn Fox. Seniors/ 1 )C) Faculty, Administration, Staff New Teachers Give New Outlook The World is in a constant srnre of change, His job was not a 9-5 position. He spent .__ _____ and so · is o th jli. e :S-8.Q cbooL countless ours elpjn.g rn rais one}' o year broughr the hiring of six new teachers, a S.A. He has done everything from working a junior high coordinator, a new guidance pepsi concession stand ro organi zi ng the fund counselor, and a study hall aid. It also saw the raising auction. Bur most of all he has been a deparure of Father Edward Hurley as Head friend . Administrator of the Sr. Albert Schools, the Julie McCoy '88 said, '"He is special, Father loss of an eleven-year veteran shop teacher, a always tries to go the extra mile. Ir's rea lly baseball coach, as well as at least four other great ro see him at our track meets, basketball _____ positions. games, and o I er a tiv· ie -I real!· c.,,.a..._,,_e,,___ One departure which affects nor only the and that gives all of us a good feeling. I will whole student body but the Catholic com mu - miss him.'" nity as well is that of Father Hurley. Although we are sad dened fo!'"fr. Hurley's Hurley was held many positions in his term departure, we are happy for the ochers who at S.A. He has been coach, a teacher, and will benefit from his leadership and friend - administrator. ship. Dr. Michael ]. A vise Jonna Anderson Maryann Angeroth Bill Beckman Rick Colpins Jim DeMott Terry Dolnicek Jane Hegwood Fr. Edward Hurl ey Fr. Robert Hoe ffl er Tony Jaworsk i Michael Kavars George Kippley Mark Koesters Tracy Leinen Dan Malloy Gloria McDaniel Deb McGuire Ken Mehsling Virgie Oatman 1r,o/racu ltr Mr. J awo rski shows Mi ke Brisson rhe correcr wa )' ro sa nirize his locker. M rs. Schu ltz proofreads a sto r)' fo r rh e news paper. ot Pictured: Scott Be lt Mike Gill Sr. M ary Ka y Haid usek Fr. J ames Kierna n M ark Nea l Ursu la Tetzlaff D ic k Wettenge l Chris I la nafan blows up Fred di e rhe Froi,:'s lung as Mr. Do lnicek looks pl eased rhar rhe project is working. Wa)•ne J ohnson. prete nding ro be camera-sh)', pla)'S a peek -a-boo wirh rhe photographers. J eannette Schultz M ars hall Scichilone John Shorey Charlene Simmons Caroline Swartz Rick Wahl M aril yn Wandersee Konnie Wiegman Sterling West Kris Wiler Sondie G reen looks amused as she scu ffs en velopes. G lo ri a Blum keeps a smi le on her f.i(e as work p1ks up on her desk. 162/Srnff O rl an G<:rman scurric:s CD anurher of his un l'nd n~ duti es. \'(lay ne J uhnson climbs the scafold1 ng w <lo some repa irs in the gym. Co k~ V 1rt: 1n1,i C:irhc:rry ind .J oan Pu rsc/ l ._L!o ahuuc rhtir rourinl' in rhl'ir usual d 1c.:crlu l m:lnner. Loren Vallier tak es charge as new business manager. Srnff/ 163 LLOYD ARNO LD Presid ent ARNOLD TOOL & DIE, INC. DIES· MOLDS. JIGS· FIXTURES SPECIAL MACHINES 3135 WEST SROAOWAV COU N CIL B L UFFS, I O WA 5150 1 171 2 1 :J2 :J·9:J:JC 2733 ·o. Broadway Council Bluffs. Iowa 5 l 50l Pho ne: 322 -2778 BRANDYWINE l 5 Bennett Ave. THE CuLJATS J ohn, Sha ron Kevin, Kell y, Ko rey Food & Spirits The Blue Star Fainily of Popular and Profitable Brands. IM/ Advtnisemems 2312 West Broadway Council Bluffs. rL . I ' Iowa 51501 (712) 328-3229 Lubficationa of Council Bluffa. ltd. ANDERSON CAMERA & FILM SERVICE DEAN ANDERSO 154 Midl ands Mall Council Bluffs. Iowa 51501 Phone: 323-1 094 BLUFF'S-CORUM'S FLOWERS & GREENHOUSE 639-5th /\venue Phone: .122-755 ) or :'>22- 5255 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF '86 1529 West Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Pho ne: 323-4444 Jlovi11ga PJtotograplt!f GLENN HOVINGA 322-3422 /\dven1sements/ lM PHONE 322-9534 HOURS TUES THRU FRI. a,oo . 5,30 SA r. a,oo . s,oo McCLURE'S BARBER SHOP 15 S. 32nd DWIGHT McCLURE ROY QUAKENBUSH Compliments of: OARD-ROSS DRUG STORE 701-703 - 16th Avenue Phone: 322-2501 Council Bluffs, Iowa JOE BERALDI Best Wishes Seniors! From: R.E.M. Council Bluffs, Inc. 166/ Ad vertisements BEST WISHES TO TH E CLASS OF '86 Council Bluffs® T elephon e: 712/ 366-22 17 (§) & @ a t H\"/Y 192 LAKE M ANAWA EXtT #3 COUNC IL BLUFFS. IOWA 5 1502 Bu rk~ s Family Rl'staurant RALPH'S SUPERETTE, INC. Ralph's Quality Mea ts & Groceries We deliver 3500 - 5th Avenue Phone: 322-661 5 NEVER A BUM STEER!! WAHL OPTICAL Oldest optical in Council Bluffs. Eye examinations, all types of contacts, and frames from all over the world at everyday low prices! CONG RA TULA TIO NS CLASS OF '86 Compliments of: THE PRESCRIPTION CENTER 101 Pearl Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Phone: 323-7571 Se1uors ~ddiqgs f>ut GJloor 322·7585 Compliments of: RAY PRITCHARD INSURANCE "Like a good neighbor . . . Ray is there." Frank and Pierce Phone: 328-3076 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF '86 TRACY McCURDY 121 South 7th Street - Council Bluff•, low1 5150 1 Telephone 321-1144 Advenisements/ 167 ONLY AT Council Bluffs Savings Bank li'I Member F.D.1.C. 328-1856 A BANKS OF IOWA BANK Broadway at Pearl & Main •27th & W Broadway• E. Pierce St. at North Ave • Carson and McClell and. Iowa 168/ Ad vtrt isemenrs ----- ----- ----- flol111es P ri11ti11g Service 37 South Main Council Bluffs, IA 5150.1 ''Quality Printing '' Instant Print Business Forms Letterheads NCR Forms Envelopes Carbon Snaps Bus iness Cards Wedding Acces . Brochures Flyers Newsletters Posters Books Process Color Call 712-328-7245 Fiflh A veni1e Gift Shoppe " .. ( .'/omh (lj{1lt1.,;r " • i\l inatu rcs • l'orccl ;1in On lls Clpc• n i\ luntlay - Sa tu rday 10:011 ;1.1n. to 5:Ull Jl.1 11. Larry \\'ard (Ji,·11rr • i\ 11 Occasio n Gii"t 'i • Coll ec tibles • Un iq ue lt c1n' J.l(H ' : )t ll 1\ \l'IHI L' • Cn1111 r il JJ1 11 lf"i. It\ 5 150 1 • J2S ll ~ COGLEY tnlMEDICAL ~ ASSOCIATES 7 15 Harmony Street Council Bluffs , Iowa 5150 1 (7 12) 328-1801 Advenisemems/ 169 Congratulations and Best Wishes Seniors · Council Blutts, Iowa 323-2983 QI lu5!i nf '8 li ! 170/ Advertisemencs Compliments of DOLL DISTRIBUTING Jeff, Mark, Scott, J ay and Tami BA KED FRESH DAil Y IN OUR SHOP MONDAY· FRIDA Y 5,()() a . m . · 5·00 p "' 5,00 a . m. · • 00 p . m ED & SANDY ANDERSON ORDERS WELCOME 322-9527 285 WEST BqQ~~. .i Y OGDEN PLACE COUNC IL BLU"F5 . 10WA 5150 1 Good Luck Seniors~ from: 2803 H wy. 6 Phone : 325-0930 BARRITTG[TJLL Gorriu ·Guill Gus1ness Equ1pm ern G Supplies Inc 119 South Main S!reet Co0nc1 1 Blu!fs. Iowa 5: 501 Pho ne (712) 325 8622 .. All students with 1.0. rece i\·e 15% off all school supplies'' 328-8622 REGAL LANES open 8 :00 o.m. till Midnight every day Except Fri. & Sot. till 2:00 a.m. Featuring nursery • leagues • cocktail lounge 323-9900 l 5 State Street The Soft (Io th (a r an d T ru ch \\ ash 2417 West Broad w ay Council Bluffs, Io wa 712-323-3916 Ad enisements/ l l 172/ Adve rtisements SENIORS PORTRAITS WEDDINGS CONGRATU LATIONS Class of 1986 from: Credit Bureau of Council Bluffs, Inc. Ross and Trudy Russell 322-1012 Cutler Funeral Home says: Congratulations Class of '86 533 Willow Ave. 322-7779 ''Just Wha t The Doctor Ordered" 17 l 0 N. 16th St. 322-59 18 17 45 M adison Ave. 322-9097 Council Bluffs, Iowa O wned and Operated by the Cutler family Compliments of: ABC ELECTRIC Ele ctrica l Contractors Serving Southwest Iowa Commercia l . . . In dustrial . . . Residentia l . . . 1022 Ave . A 322-4590 dvercisements/ l' ~ Beern-Belf ord Funeral Horne Congratulations to the Class of '86 553 Willow Ave. (712) 323-4849 Jansenius Service 174/ Advertisements Wheel-Horse-Toro-Lawn Boy "Gilson, Sales and Service" Blaine Jansenius Owner 3442 11th Ave Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 THE SPEC SHOPPE From: Beem Belford " The COMPLETE Family Optical Center" 30 l W. Pierc e 328-3450 GOOD LUCK SENIORS! To help you in planning your future , see Dave Gross at ALLSTATE INSURANCE for life, auto and homeowner's insurance. Allstate· You're in good hands. Council Bluffs Falstaff 1102 2nd Ave. John Crook Kip Crook I in the Old Market Passageway 4 13 South 11th St. • Omaha. NE 68102 • 402-345-3692 MARK L. HUNTER. CRB. CRS P~ES •Of.N! 235 West Broadway # 4 Ogden Place Council Bluffs. Iowa 51501 Telephone (7 121 322-2565 lH QEALT00 41 Member, Council Bluffs Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service Advertisements/ 17~ Courtesy of Meyer Funeral Home 545 Willow 322-0293 .... .. J Jack Kirk Agency Manager Phone: (712) 323·9086 Hawkeye Insurance Services 333 W. Broadway • Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 317 No. 16th Q uality n eed n o t be ex pensive 322-3097 studel\t loal\s availobls ... >To students attending a college, university, voca tional or technical school ... ~C urrently enrolled or just thinking about it. SEE US FIRST FOR FINANCIAL HELP Ne ed not be a bank cus tom er Let us help you with your education . .. c all 323-7521. MAIN BANK 333 W. Broadway STATE BANK& TRUST OFFICES AT 35TH ST REET OFFI CE Broadway at 35t h Str ee t HENDER SON • MACEDONIA• MODALE• UNDERWOO D 176/ Ad vem se rn cnts / c l Council BluH ! lnc .. flE ALT()nS .l 1705 McPherson Ave. Council Bluffs. IA 5150 1 OFFICE: (712) 328-3100 RES: (7 12) 323-3427 m MLS,. REALTOFf MARY HUME Sales Associate ®:iteway ·~Bett6fnes . ~Al~ ® I I~ H .rnd C~ttnlt'ns » V1rg1n1a Stange Coord1na1or PHONE # 712 -323 -0851 John so n & Stange 303 W Pierce Council Bluff s. IA 51 501 "Products in Harmony with Nature and Good Health'" Two Names You Can Trust In Buying and Selling Your Home. 1705 McPherson Ave . 328-3100 1705 McPherson Counc 1l.Bluffs. IA 5 150 I OFFICE. (7 12) 328·3 100 RES (712) 323-7677 BILL EPPERSON As~oc1<Ht' 8ro"c1 (Gateway Jim & Dean's Town & Country Supermarket 40 10 S 4th St. 366-0561 Adverrisements/ l 7' 178/ Advertiseme nts Congratulations Seniors! from : U Nl.EADE D ~ ll/7/.-sj GAS THE STATION 1839 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs, Iowa 322-9 139 UNION PHARMACY 53 7 E. Broadway 328-3344 Reach for the stars, Seni s~ We take pride in our products ... Come along for the Pride ({2) Omaha Standard 240 l West Broadway1 Council Bluffs1 Iowa 5150 l :iTAlELESS STEEL GRAIN llOOIES STEEL OR WOOO GR;IH AHO LIV!'STOCJ( l!OOl:S 712-328-7 444 COMPUTE LINE OF REAR GATE OPTIONS INCLUDING J.SECTION AJLL OPENING REAR DOORS All ALUMINUM GRAIN BODIES TWELVE HOIST MOOELSSCISSOR S ANO TELESCOPIC . FROM S TO 52 TON S FOR BODIES 8 TO 26 Best Wishes to the Class of 1986! From: Good Luck SENIORS~ from: First Federal Bank J.F. Bloom Monument Co. 421 W. Broadway 328-3803 Owners: J ohn E. O'Connor & Tim O 'Neill 115 W. Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa 328-0660 Advertisements/179 180/ Advercisemtnts CONGRATULATION S SENIORS Congratulatio ns Class of '86 KLEFSTAD HOUSE OF BEAUTY 315 No. 19th Street Coun cil Bluffs, Iowa Pho ne: 322-4822 Dr. Robert Perry D.D.S. 532-lst Avenue Suite 210 Council Bluffs, Iowa Phone: 322-3974 IOWA CLOTHES ' 'F rom cl assy to cas ua l, come to l owa Clothes. '' 536 West Broad way Counc il Bluffs, Iowa Pho ne: 322-5567 I Member FDIC FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF COUNCIL BLUFFS --· MAIN , THE MALL. MANAWA & WEST ON BROADWAY CONG RA TULA TIO NS CLASS OF '86 Advert 1semenrs/ lll l 182/ Adverrisements Congratulations Class of '86 From Dr. and Mrs. William Gress 20 S. Frank Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 MARK'S SUPER CORNER Amy, 420 Wo rth Street Council Bluffs, Iowa 51 501 Groceries, Gasoline, and Miscell aneous MINI MESSAGES Have a good )ea r. stay calm. and stay out of the su n. Bonnie Rooney, Love you to ns' G ood Luck next )'ear' Ali cia and Bonnie SR. STAFFERS Congrat ulations' Go Get 'Em' Love. The Jr. Sra ffers Alfers, Kathleen 33, 79, 90, 91, 144 Andersen, Jonna 21, 29, 60, 61, i6o Andress, Teresa 32, 33, 55, 60, 112, 134, 152, 159 Angeroth, Maryann 65, 112, 160 Arnold, Lizabeth 116, 140 Avise, Michael 32, 33, 112, 126, 135, 160 Barnes, James 10, 29, 64, 140 Barszcz, Ron 20, 25, 46, 74, 75, 130, 131, 152, 159 Bartholomew, Susanne 21 , 33, 55, 103, 120, 131, 152 Becker, Mary 75, 144 Beckman, William 47, 159, 160 Behrendsen, Sheila 40, 41, 116, 140 Belt, Scott 55, 78, 79, 91 Berner, Andrew 108, 147 Berriman, Cynthia 2, 13, 23, 37, 59, 116, 152 Birusingh, Karen 73, 79, 144 Blizzard, Michelle 21, 34, 36, 47, 107, 127, 148, 151 Blum, Gloria 162 Blum, Kelly 3, 4, 65, 81, 108, 131, 15 2 Book, Theresa 40, 41, 110, 111, 120, 135, 137, 152, 156, 181 Bremmer, Amy 13, 16, 36, 42, 43, 66, 72, 73, 82, 83, 92, 93, 110, 111 , 128, 129, 15 2 Brisso, Mark 75, 86, 110, 144 Brisso, Michael 86, 140, 141, 160 Buchanan, Matthew 76, 77, 93, 144, 145 Buckley, Jennifer 144 Burg, Wendy 140, 143 Burke, Jeanette 92, 93, 11 3, 125, 134, 15 2, 159 184/Jndex INDEX Burkey, Theresa 33, 36, 89, 114, 115, 148 Butterfield, Ben 144 Carberry, Virginia 163 Carlin, Barbara 144 Carlin, Jean 11, 29, 113, 148 Carlin, Kevin 140 Carlson, Cheryl 144 Carlson, Steven 148 Catania, Filadelfo 55, 62, 71, 108, 109, 135, 159 Christiansen, Dennis 144 Claussen, Kevin 144 Claussen, Lisa 28, 33, 39, 89, 101, 137, 153, 159 Coates, Laurie Ann 57, 72, 79, 116, 129, 140 Colpitts, Rick 28, 55, 60, 81 , 97, 108, 160 Colpitts, Terry 93, 140 Corbaley, Cindy 52, 72, 140 Corbaley, Joelle 33, 36, 72, 89, 148 Corbaley, Trisha 144 Cox, Harold Gene 148 Cox, Richard 144 Crowley, John 144, 147 Culjat, Korey 18, 50, 55, 81, 131 , 134, 153 Daly, Maureen 33, 48, 148 Danala, Thomas 15, 153 Davis, Sean 91, 144 DeChant, Christina 50, 114, 115, 144 DeLaubenfels, Eric 144 DeMott, James 32, 33, 102, 160 Disalvo, Daniel 108, 144 Disalvo, Samuel 148 Dolnicek, Terry 47, 160, 161 Doner, Michelle 56, 72, 140 Eberhard, Sally 114, 115, 148 Eberhard, Susan 72, 92, 93, 140 Ebe rhard , Thomas 25, 46, 92, 93, 103, 15 3, 159 Echaza rreta, Valentina 144 Edelbrock, Darcy 72, 140 Edelbrock, Stuart 148 Engler, J ason 144 Evers, Lisa 17, 148 Evers, Todd 100, 122, 153 Feekin, Rodney 93, 140 Feller, Christopher 63, 148 Fenner, Matthew 40, 41, 42, 43, 110, 111, 123, 128, 129, 140, 143 Fi cek, Bonnie 27, 33, 35 , 36, 45, 66, 72, 73, 83, 88, 122, 140, 148 Ficek, Becky 30, 33, 45, 72, 73, 88, 89, 114, 115. 145, 146 Fields, Timothy 27, 39, 51 , 84, 85 , 95, 108, 148, 150 Fischer, Christopher 31, 86, 87, 95, 100, 107, 108, 127, 148 Fischer, Dale 159 Fischer, David 63, 86, 148 Fischer, Theresa 7'1, n, 79, 89, 140 Fox, Jean 101, 114, 115, 131, 153, 158, 159 Fox, Kenneth 31, 75, 76, 77, 81, 86, 87, 148 Fox, Leland 108, 148 Franc is, J ohn 153 Freeman, J ames 108, 15 3 Ge ier, Amy 18, 19, 31, 64, 83, 97, 154, 155 Geier, Matthew 108, 127, 148 Genereux, Andrea 21 , 25, 92, 93, 148 German, Orlan 162, 163 Gier. Bernadette 140 Gier, Theresa 154 Gill, Michael 28, 98, 161, 188 Gillett, Michael 149 Gillett, Phillip 134, 154 Graeve, Rob 58 Gray, Susan 145 Green, Richard 110, 147 Green, Sondie 162 Gronstal, Gina 116, 140 Gross, J effre y 49, 66, 77, 81, 95, llO, 121, 149 Grote, Frederick 24, 25, 62, 85, 154 Gubbels, Julie 11 , 40, 41, 149 Haidusek, Sr. Mary Kay 21 , 161 Hanafan, Christopher 77, 108, 145, 161 Hannan, Molly 121 , 129, 149 Hansen, Steven 154 Hassett, J ohn 30, 33, 106, 145 Hawk, J ames 76, 81, 95, 108. 149 Heenan, Mark 35, 80, 81, 95, 100, 149, 150 Hegwood, Jane 62, 63, 160 Helms, Amy 145 Hemmingsen , Troy 7, 10, 20, 30, 40, 41, 42, 43, llO, 111 , 128, 129, 140, 143 Hemming sen, Lois 160 Henderson, Ann 18, 19, 30, 83, 97, 130, 136, 154 Herbert, Michael 38, 56, 140 Hite , Dawn 16, 72, 140 Hoeffler, Fr. Robert 21, 40, 105, 135, 160 Hoffman, Scott 32, 33, 108, 154 Holder, Jennifer ll4, 11 5, 149 Holder, Julie 72, 79, 89, 141 Holmberg, Trent 86, 141 Holmberg, Troy 32, 33, 85, 86, 108, 149 Honaker, Amy 22, 31, 33, 72, 116, 154 Honaker, Mike 63, 129, 141 Hotz, Susan 34, 45, 58, 64, 103, 130, 155 Howard, Jeffrey 108, 145 Howlett, Angela 16, 33, 45, 140, 149 Hughes, Chris 77, 145 Hunter, Annette 16, 72, 141, 143 Hunter, J ames 155 Hunter, Robert 15, 145 Hurley, Fr. Edward 3, 33, 104, 105, 135, 160 Jabro, Donald 7, 49, 92, 93, 108, 149 J aworski, Tony 160 Jennings, J erry 149 Johnson, J onathon 40, 41, 42, 4\ 77, 86, 108, llO, 111, 128, 129, 147 J ohnson, Matthew 91, 95, 149, 150 J ohnson, Michelle 26, 37, 134, 137, 159 Johnson, Shannon 116, 145 J ohnson, Wayne 161, 163 J ones, Christian 30, 75, 86, 139, 145 Jones, Scott 141 Jones, Tammy 9, 18, 19, 32, 33, 114, 11 5, 135, 155 Kavars, Chad 141 Kavars, Michael 21, 81, 91, 106, 160 Keefe, Stephanie 33, 72, 82; 83, 89, 116, 149 Keefer, Wayne 74, 75, 86, 141 Kiernan, Fr. J ames 18, 30, 45, 104, 146, 160 Kin art, Kris 53, 74, 75, 97, 101, 116, 131, 153, 155, 159 Kippley, George 38, 39, 40, 129, 160 Klein, Todd 86, 141 Koehler, David 77, 81, 92, 93, 110, 149 Koenig, Jannifer 149 Koester, Mark 160 Konz, Matthew 141 Krier, Pat 141 Kruse, Tony 76, 141 Larsen, Kari 15, 41, 116, 129, 149 Larsen, Jon 145 Leber, Ann 149 Legg io, J acquelyn 9, 19, 40, 41. 74, 75 , 83, 88, 89, 135, 137, 155, 159 Leggio, Marilynn 100 Leinen, Tracy 73, 78, 79, 83, 126, 160 Lenihan, J erard 68, 69, 108, 145 Lenihan, Stephen 141 Lesline, Tammy 39, 141 Lookabill, Mark 108, 145 Loukota, Robert 56, 110, 141 Malloy, Dan 65, 72, 83, 92, 93, 97, 160 Marshall, Ronald 52, 74, 75, 81, 149 Martin, Darrin 54, 91, 134, 155, 157, 159 Martin, Kris 19, 33, 97, 153, 155 Martin, Steven 85, 95, 108, 144, 145 Martin, Veron ica 8, 73, 79, 83. 90, 91. 97. 145 Masker, Michael 18, 25, 31, 45, 47, 62, 75 . 86, 87, 107, 149 Mauer, Anthony 145 Mauer, Kimberly 18, l9, 83, 156, 159 McClellan. Mary 116, 141 lndex/185 McCoy, Alicia 35, 75, 79, 83, 88, 89, 125, 149 McCoy, Julie 61 , 93, 116, 145, 160 McDaniel, Gloria 53, 160 McDermott, Chad 10, 145 McDonald, Gregory 86, 141 McGill, Edward 18, 27, 54, 55, 71 , 81 , 108, 155 McGinn, Kevin 15, 31, 73, 93, 100, 105, 107, llO, 126, 129, 150 McGinn, Peggy 40, 41, 72, 79, 129, 141, 143 McGuire, Deb 8, 59, 11 7, 170, 188 McPartland, Nancy 49, 145 Menges, Karen 17, 29, 61 , 154, 155 Merrick, Tammy 143 Merrill, Amy 64 Mehsling, Kenneth 160 Meyering, David 145 Michal, Kristine 26, 121, 150 Miller, Melanie 72, 79, 83, 91, 150 Miller, Brian 33, 63, 150 Miller, John 76, 77, 91, 146 Miller, Karla 45, 78, 79, 89, 141 Miller, Michael 102, 156 Moffatt, Brian 86, 141 Morris, Tracy 146 Mueller, Ronald 38, 39, 150, 151 Mullin, Matthew 25, 34, ll3, 121, 125, 150 Murray, Daniel 149, 150 Murray, Jennifer ll6, 146 Murray, Lynne 12, 18, 19, 22, 31, 44, 72, 104, 116, 135, 138, 156 Narine, Capildeo 141 Neal, Mark 160 186/Index Negrete, Monica 72, ll6, 142 Nelson, Michelle 79, 142 Nelson, Pat 162 Nelson, Scott 156 Nettles, Laurie 10, 13, 25, 37, 40, 41, 42, 43, llO, lll, ll4, ll5, 125, 128, 129, 130, 131, 134, 135, 137, 156, 159 Niebur, Steven 142 Niebur, Suzanne 10, 17, 20, 22, 33, 156 Nielsen, Dana 40, 41, 77, 86, 108, 129, 146 Nielsen, Erica 16, 66, 72, 73, 83, 116, 156 Oatman, Virgie 160 Oberdin, Stacy 91, 138, 146 Oberdin, Steve 30, 75, 140, 141 O 'Connor, Brian 30, 95, 142 O'Connor, J ohn 81, 92, 93, 150 O 'Gara, Mau reen 45, 116, 146 O 'Grady, Greg 142 O 'Grady, Scott 108, 146 O 'Neill, Patrick 142 Ogg, Jennifer 15, 33, 92, 93, ll4, 115, 131, 156 Olsen, Anne 10, 19, 29, 105, 156 Olson, Brenda 78, 79, 146 Ord, Susan 38, 39, 150 Osborne, Barbara 15, 27, 30, 31, 33, 42, 43, 55, 74, 75, 89, 114, 11 5, 149, 150 Papazian, Maria 8, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25, 53, 116, 131, 157 Parker, Steven 139, 146 Pender, Jill 73, 114, 115, 146 Persinger, Cindy 93, 116, 146 Persinger, Connie 6, 12, 36, 37, 106, 116, 130, 157 Petersen, Annmarie 8, 79, 83, 150 Petratis, Cindy 30, 78, 79, 89, 106, 146 Petraris, Mark 92, 93, 108, 151 Phelps, Lo ri 4, 123, 157 Phillips, Matthew 142 Poole, Dan iel 10, 14, 81, 120, 149, 150 Pursell, J oan 163 Qu igley, Beth 50, 73, 114, 115, 146 Quinze, Lynn 116, 146 Ramirez, Penny 8, 12, 23, 116, 150 Ramirez, Rubin 20, 142 Rangel, Tricia II, 29, 54 Ratigan, Brian 20, 30, 58, 68, 77, 95, 142 Ratigan, Larry 71, 80, 81, 107, 108, 150 Ravlin, Constance 17, 78, 79, 89, 146 Rawlings, Debra 21, 42, 43, llO, 111 , 150 Rethmeier, J ennifer 146 Rew, Douglas 68, 77, 86, 87, 108, 146 Rew, Vincent 18, 20, 30, 37, 66, 70, 71, 80, 81 , 86, 87, 108, 109, 128, 129, 135, 137, 157 Rickard , Dawn 12, 93, ll6, 126, 146 Roane, Donna 33, 49, 83, 96, 150 Ro hatsch, Brian 108, 150 Ro hling, K arl 7, 18, 31, 32, 33, 42, 43, 51 , 75, 110, 11 1, 128, 129, 130, 135, 136, 157 Romano, Ann 73, 150, 151 Romano, Rex 18, 30, 37, 62, 86, 87, 108, 138, 157 Romesbu rg , Dolores 162 Root, Mark 50, 58, 77, 93, 146 Russell, Alyce 2, 13, 22, 26, 37, 116, 11 7, 131, 157 Ryan, Danny 142 Ryan, Thomas 151 Schlauttman, Melodie 146 Schmitz, Cristine 25, 33, 47, 92, 93, 101 , 134, 157, 159 Schmitz, Jodie 50, 147 Schmitker, Nathan 142 Schultz, Jeannette 21, 35, 36, 37, 140, 160, 161 Scichilone, Bryon 108 Scichilone, Marshall 3, 102, 108, 126, 161 Scott, Dale 76, 94, 142 Sebg hati, J ames 20, 25, 29, 32, 33, 46, 55, 131, 134, 158, 159 Shaver, Daniel 108, 150 Shea, Timothy 75, 86, 147 Shorey, John 74, 75, 89, 161 Shudak, Jeffrey 18, 47, 55, 66, 71, 80, 81, 94, 95, 108, 109, 158 Sillik, Mary Jean 74, 75, 78, 89, 146 Simmons, Charlene 42, 43, 56, 110, 111, 129, 161 Simon, Daniel 16, 18, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 42, 43, 45, 52, 62, 63, 110, 150 Skow, Lisa 32, 33, 36, 37, 65, 113, 158 Slater, Christopher 16, 24, 27, 35, 62, 73, 77, 92, 93, 107, 151 Slater, Jacqueline 7, 30, 33, 73, 91, 114, 115, 144, 147 Slobodnik, Sherry 74, 75, 79, 89, 141, 142 Slobodnik, Terry 142 Smith, Nancy 33, 72, 73, 89, 151, 159 Smith, Norene 24, 31 , 33, 36, 37, 61, 92, 93, 101, 114, 115, 130, 158 Smith, J ason 12, 142, 143 Smyth, Bill 42, 43, 110, 120, 129, 151 Smyth, David 25, 32, 33, 46, 130, 158, 159 Smyth, Thomas 11, 129, 142 Sondag, Deborah 154, 158 Sondag, Michelle 75, 88, 89, 147 Sprinkle, J ason 142 Stander, Angela 29, 37, 151 Stidham, Melissa 40, 41, 116, 128, 129, 151 Storm, Kirk 59, 147 Straka, Henry 147 Struyk, Doug 58, 90, 91, 146, 147 Suden, Billie 143 Suden, Stephen 136, 159 Swartz, Caroline 46, 47, 161 Tamisiea, Mary 103, 158 Tatzlaff, Ursuala 21, 161 Thompson, Anne 120, 151 Thompson, Patrick 86, 108, 147 Thorn, Charles 30, 42, 43, 50, 108, 110, 111, 128, 129, 145, 147 Tighe, Danielle 116, 143 Tobias, Amy 50, 73, 114, 115, 147 Tobias, Shirley 14, 39, 116, 126, 137, 158, 159 Tolliver, Gina 116, 144, 147 Turner, Joseph 86, 107, 108, 147 Turner, Michelle 131, 158 Vallier, Loren 163 Van Scoy, John 50, 75, 86, 147 Varner, Mary Gigi 20, 25, 31, 32, 33, 47, 50, 51 , 92, 101, 114, 115, 126, 131, 134, 159 Wahl, Rick 95, 108, 126, 127, 161 Walter, Aaron 45, 58, 68, 69, 77, 108, 147 Wandersee, Marilyn 21 , 161 Wasinger, Julie 59, 134, 159 Weber, Christine 143 West, Sterling 92, 93, 161 Wettengel, Dick 77, 81, 108, 161 Whetstone, JoAnn 40, 41, 56, 72, 79, 110, 129, 143 Wickham, Maureen 33, 34, 35, 36, 48, 79, 83, 88, 96, 97, 151 Wiegman, Konnie 47, 161 Wiley, Kris 47, 103, 161 Williams, Robbie 143 Witte, Kate 89, 126, 161 Witzke, Matthew 143 Wood, Monica 143 Wright, Richard 85, 108, 126, 161 Young, Christopher 77, 147 White, Kristina 47, 72, 73, 79, 83, 151 Zimmerman, David 38, 39, 147 Zimmerman, Dawn 16, 39, 49, 151 Zimmerman, Michael 159 Zimme rman, Timothy 143 lndex/ 18 Ediror: Assistant Edirors: Ph orography: Copy Ediror: Sports Editor: Advertising Manager: Art and Graphics: Staff: Special Thanks: 188/Colophon Lisa K. Skow Dan Simon Laurie Nettles Bonnie Ficek Chris Slater Maureen Wickham Alyce Russell Vince Rew Cynd y Berriman Matt Mullin Michelle Blizzard Amy Bremmer Theresa Burkey J oelle Corbaley Mark Heenan Susan Hotz Angel Howlett Michelle Johnson Alicia McCoy Connie Persinger Debra Rawlings Norene Smith Ang ie Stander Dawn Zimmerman Mike Condon - THE NONPAREIL Glen Hovinga Jack Holder Charlene Simmons Deb McGuire Mike Gill All dance chaperones The 1986 Dimension,s Printing Vol. 20 of the 1986 Dimensions was done by the Herff J ones Publishing Company in Marceline, Missouri. The paper stock used in the book is 80 pound Bo rdeaux. School art on the cover is silver and customed desig ned by Matt Mullin. The book was printed in its entirety with black ink. Callig raph y was desig ned by Deb McGuire. Head lines are set in Garamond in 36 point and subheads in 18 point. Body copy used was 10 pt. Garamond . Captions and fol io tabs are 8 pt. Garamond . 200 copies of the 1986 Dimensions were printed . Cherishing Embracing A twenty-year anniversary only comes along once . Looking back, we see the good and bad, the happy and sad. But, isn't that what life is all about ... a series of exper1ences in the va ll eys so that the mountain-tops are brig hter and more exc iting when we reach them ) Sr. Albert The Great Catholic Hig h School has, from its inception, provided o pportunities for its students to g row ... to have a life experience . This book is a record of just one of th ose twenty yea rs .. . not perfect, but we hope , acc urate. As the t heme suggests, may we always cherish the past, and yet nor be fearful of embracing the future. Happy Anniversary St. Albert! AUTOGRAPHS Aurographs/189 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Language A language of the resource English Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Scanned from a loaned copy. Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. 1986 St. Albert High School Yearbook 1986 Annual SAHS schools St. Albert High School Yearbook https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/4db899e108845c61240d201e42f4e74e.pdf 22b0b51a070a7eb2877e49969900aac2 PDF Text Text - ,. ' .. . ; 1985 Dimensions Vo/urne XIX St. Albert Catholic High Schoo/ 400 Gleason A tre. Council Bluffs, ~ lo~a s1so1 New Ideas Crash • • • '• 1n 1st Day • My eyes flew open in disbelief. Our school has been overrun with grubs I thought. Walking in the front door, I saw herds of girls in crisp gray skirts checking out the guys on the first day of school. Only at closer scrutiny did I realize that the new gray / blue skirts were worri by the high school girls, while junior high had a smaller blue/ white/ gray version. Some seniors decided to wear the old green uniforms for their last year at S.A. After this shocker, I walked to where the seniors locker. Again, this special area in the l 00 wing was occupied by ninth graders. I looked at my little yellow paper with the locker number and combination on it, 624. That's the 500 wing . I guess all the high school students ( l 0, l I, I 2) are I in the 500 wing while junior high (7, 8, 9) are in the l 00 wing together. Walking to my first hour class, I met new, strange faces. Who's the grump with the glasses in the conservative navy suit? The tall lady in sweats and tennis shoes looks athletic - perhaps the new P.E. teacher? out of his dad's her, a Neola farmr take in a load of Varsity girls' basketball received new a way uniforms, with no sleeves and no huge collars. Senior Barb Simon holds the ball awa y from A.L.'s Jill McManigal at C.B. Fieldhouse . Working with the new computer and printer is senior Lisa Nordstrom. Students had the opportunity to work with the new printer to try different things with it. At the first annua l Pep Assembly, band members in their new uniforms and visors wait with the drums for their turn. Theme/ 3 ... Scatter Changes Thru the Year being at school from 04 on or forfeit the night's activities; defined probation/ suspension periods with limited probation and full probation preceeding in-school suspension and out-of-school suspension; and the quote "Dressing TOWARD the school spirit of the code . On a cold, windy, winter day, imagine how students interpreted THAT ONE! Finally - luncbtime . My classes and choices ha ve changed so much since last year. I KNOW that the food some seniors di faculty for the ible rims w ere i couldn't have changed that much! The cafeteria looks different, though . New tables donated by the St. Francis Alumni Association, added to the "atmosphere," and were arranged in a unique way . A new head cook, too, and a new maintenance man, with a beeper for emer- . gency calls - also new. My first day at school was full of surprises. In fact, the whole year went that way. Seniors were surprised to find privileges taken away, such as open campus during semester fina ls. Juniors were shocked their candy sales went so well. Change was either "good or bad," but mostly "different." In this year of change and turmoil, some students resisted, others moaned, but eventually, all got used to them. Like a pair of new, stiff leather shoes, the changes were "broken in" by the students and later the changes were found to be comfortable and used . 1981 Juniors and sophomores sit and eat at the new cafeteria tables. The tables were donated by the St. Froncis Alumni association . Tony Jaworski is the new assistant principal. He replaced the resigned vice-principa l Greg Logsdon, but Jaworski prefers the title "assista nt principal." George Kippley, new band instructor, finally ga ve the band some respect with his spunky spirit. Here, Kippley leads the band at a performance at the Middle School. Junior Fred Grote displays the new wrestling uniform at the L.C. dual meet. : I Theme/7 Three Months of Freedom School's out for the summer! Three months of freedom before school bells ring in the fall best defines summer vacation. Some cruised Broadway or shopped at the Westroads and the Mall or caught some rays in the back yard. Trips were taken . rhirteen students went to Europe, and were chaperoned by Fr. Phil Kruse . "It is still ex citing to think about that opportunity and to look at pictures," said Kruse . l 0/Summe r Vocations Pom-pon and cheerleading squads went to camps at Iowa State University. Seniors Bob Watkins and Eric Petersen went to wrestling camp at Buena Vista, while members of the volleyball team spent a week at the University of Nothem Iowa's Volleyball Camp . Five journalism students signed up for a week-long workshop at Northwest Missouri State University . Juniors Amy Bremmer and Erica Nielsen attended the Iowa Girls' Basketball Camp at Creighton University . At all the camps, students spent several hours working on their areas of interest. "It wa s beneficial. It's good to get back in wrestling over the summer when you start to miss it," said Petersen . Most camp activities ran from 8: 00-5 :00 p .m . Volleyball players wo r k ed from 8-5 and then we nt hom e to their host families and spent their evenings with them . Bremmer and Nielsen spent their time learning new skills and realizing the meaning of sportsmanship . • ,_ Michael Platt shows off his fa vorite transportation device - his m oped . Senior Patricia and Freshman Matt Buchanan check out a teepee on their family trip t o Colorado . This one's for you! Graduate Kris Rallis and seniors Brian Osborn, Jack Smith, and M att W ise enjoy the fa ct that t here is no drink ing age in Europe. Va nessa Ho llinger enjoys her pizza at the ISU cheerleading camp . Friends are what summer is for' Beth Larsen, Laurie Nettles, Jenny Lehnen, Gina Jabro, and Deanna Gross chum aro und at the ISU Porn Pon Camp. Summer Vacations/ 11 An Elite Group With a Touch of Daring While most people prefer Burger King, going to parties and watching movies on weekends, another group would rather sit in parking lots - waiting for a challenge to race and cruise Broadway - racing up and down the streets. Many people call them Parking Lot Logs or cruisers, but they think of thems!'?lves as an elite group. "It's like a hobby - to be faster than everyone else, to accept every challenge and to take that challenge as if it was your last one," 14/Cruise rs said seniors Don Hoffman and Tom Allmon. Along with racing comes a lot of responsibility. The upkeep of the car - the tires, engines, and gas - usually has the person in debt or nearly being broke, but it does have its advantages. Junior Phil Gillett said, "I made a$ l 000 when I sold my 70 Chevelle . I sold it for $3,900 and bought it for $2,900. I hope to buy a nicer car in the spring - twice as fast." Another responsibility of the race is the sa fety of others not directly involved. Most races take place on a deserted road or interstate - away from public travel. Many people wonder why they do it. " Because it is a natural high. It makes you feel good even if you lose because you gave it your all and it gives you the hope of building another engine that is faster and stronger than the one before," said Hoffman. Senior Do n Ho ffman, with step - ) brother Scott Soles, does on easy burn out with his '72 SS Comoro . Junior Phil Gillett takes a last look at his '70 Chevelle engine. He sold it for a profit. Seniors Patricia Buchanan and Shelly Fox and A.L. sophomore Mark Epperson have Z-best of times on Dodge Street. Patricio Buchanon proudly poses by her '75 LT Comoro that she bought for $3,200. Buchanon sold her '7 4 Comoro for one in mint condition . Junior Jennifer Ogg's '66, conory yellow volkswagon stands out in the S.A. parking lot. Ogg' s uncle reworked the car and gave it t o her as a gift. Cruisers/ l 5 Sophomore Tim Fields has a "hot date" every 16/Weekends Juniors Sue Hotz and Connie Pe rsinger take time out from their night on the town to goof oround . "Just one more hour of sleep, PLEASE? " cri es junior Laurie Nettles as she tries to crawl out of bed on a Saturday morning . weekend - too bad it's with a sauna . Se niors Tom Allmon and Don Hoffman give their cars a rest a t th e Conoco parking lot. Breaking into Weekends The end of the week; usually the period from Friday evening through Sunday evening. "Get out of town? Weekends? Fo r tne, there's no special time . My weekends last 7 days a week," said senior Karl Birusingh. Students at St . Albert de f ine "weekend" in different ways. For some, it means 48 hours of nonstop parties. To others, it means several hours on the job . Anyway you look at it, a weekend is a time to have fun . "Weekend is a time to forget about school and just ha ve fun with your friends, " said junior Anne Olsen. Weekends/ l 7 Activities Alter Hours "Hi! May I help you? . . . Your total is $19.85." Approximately 60 % of S.A. high school students worked part-time during the 1984-85 school year. Many students were in many activities: athletics, clubs, drama, etc. besides having jobs at e same time. Senior Chris Jeffrey said, "I find it very hard to hold my job and be in school, to o. It seems that I work on nights l~/ k when I have a lot of e verything to do." A good deal of organization is needed to succeed at both school and work . Senior Mike Platt do esn't have that problem - he sets his own hours. "I like being custodian a t Salern Methodist Church . . . I can set hours around my school work," said Platt. Other students fee l a job is necessary. " Work is more important to me because I get p aid for my time," said senio r Mi c he lle Tighe . Tighe also warns of the dangers of working to o hard . " Whe n I had two jobs . . . it was impossible to keep up in s chool, so I came to schoo l to sleep. I think the faculty sho uld be more lenie nt with homework for working students," she added. Junio r Dave Sm yth eyes t h e p otato sack working a t Foodlan d. Senior Vanessa Hollinger helps out a questioning Walgreen's customer. Junior Su Niebur tak es it easy with her charges in her part-time baby-sitting job . Work / 19 Sophomore Dan Murray hands out lett.uce in the school lunch line . Senior Mary Brotherton takes money and clerks behind the counter at Walgreen's. !!!!!ll llll~ Scrubbing the Wendy's grill is "Wendy's kind-ofpeo ple" senior Lori Sundrup. Senior Lisa Nordstrom sacks for Super-Valu. 20/Work Co mpu ting numbers and custom er relati ons are a big part of senio r Ellen Sillik's bank job . ...; .. Work/21 At the homecoming liturgy, seniors Tom Allmon and Mike Petratis carry candles in the opening procession. Sophomores Andrea Genereux and Mark Petratis enjoy the Christmas Dance together. ~~ &/17::.11ttj11t Special Events Times of change were many, but special times few . Students enjoyed traditional events as Prom, and holiday and record dances, as seniors had Baccalaureate and graduation, but not a senior trip. All students appreciated the seasonal plays, and cast members of the winter production "The Curious Savage" performed at the state group competition after receiving a I (superior) rating at districts. They also performed on their home stage "The Sound of Music," which included junior high students for the first time in some years. Though the number of special events were few, students were grateful for them to break routine weeks and fill spare time preparing for them. George (senior Doug Epperson) and son Henry (junio r Ka rl Rohling) fight each other in the frustra tio n of war during t he fall play "The Skin of Our Tee th ." 22/Special Events Special Events/ 23 We're So Excited. • • On crazy days, junior Dale Fischer threatens to give Brian Rohatch, sophomore, a good luck kiss. 24/Hom ecoming With all the problems, it was a wonder St. Albert had a 1984 Homecoming at all. Since the week before, rumors had come out that students might not have a Wild-n-Crazy day or Hawaiian day. Then there was the changing of our theme . First it was, "We're not gonna take it," but when the theme was presented to Dr. A vise and Mr. Jaworski, they rejected it because of the negative tone . So the students had to switch to, "We're so excited." Another main facto r was the damp weather which almost took ove r the whole week, changing the location of the pep rall y, usuall y held outdoors, into the gym. But in spite of all the problems, St. Albert's Homecoming finally came through and after much debate among the student council, the events of the week were organized. Senior boys Sid Edelbrock , Bo b Watkins, Brian Osb o rn e, Mike Raes, Terri O'Grady, Jeff Schmitz, Pet e Book, Mike Petratis, and Dom Catania show style and uniqueness building their pyramid at Thursday night's Pep Rally. The week began with the seventh thro ugh eleventh graders having t heir pictures token, while the seniors arrived we aring green and gold. The students, on Tuesday, went traditional and dressed Wild-n-Crozy. On Octo ber 17, probably the coldest day of the week, students decked out in shorts and sandals for Hawaiian day. Thursday, students tried something new - nerd day, where students exposed their "true" selves. Remember walking down the hall and running into a nerd on a tricycle carrying all his encyclopedias? This undercover nerd was senior Brod Jeffrey. Then later, seeing this man with greased bock hair and realizing it wasn't a man at all but junior Su Niebur. Mr. and Mrs. Nerd were voted on during the day and announced that night at the pep rally. Seniors Mike Fischer and Brod Jeffery were chosen Mr. Nerds and junior Su Niebur was chosen Mrs. Nerd. The week come to on end as the students dressed up for the celebration of Moss said by Fr. Kruse. During the Moss, he e xplained how Homecoming is not just for high school students but for the graduates coming bock. Senior "Ghostbusters" Paul Steenson, Tom Horan, Br'Od Jeffrey and T o m McVey are dressed originally for Wild-n-Crazy Days held on Tuesday. Seniors Tom Oberdin and Ellen Sillik show their excitement ofter being crowned 1984 H omecoming King and Queen. Homecoming/ 25 Freshman Mark Root shows off his voluptuous body at Thursday nights Pep Rally. Despite the Wet Weather!! 26/Homecoming Gene Cannon rides on the Senio r Class prize· winning float during halftime of the Homecom· ing game. 1984 Homecoming court - Tom Allmo n and Ellen Sillik, Kim Branstetter and Tom Obe rdin, Vanessa Hollinger and Fred Roane, Gino Jabro and Scott Green, Jenny Poole and Brad Jeffrey, Chris Jeffrey and Ken Masker ore introduced at the end of the Pep Rally. At the pep rally, all the events took place except for the showing of the floats . There were traditional games like class pyramid building, obstacle course, and guys (or were they girls?) swimsuit contest. A few new games were added, such as students racing to put on a pile of clothes while blindfolded, and a marshmallow eating contest. Stu· dents seemed to like having the rally in the gym, and, like senior Debbie Brockelsby said, "I liked having it in· side better because it was easier to see and hear things going on." The moment finally arrived when the 1984 Homecoming court, which included seniors Kim Branstetter, Vannessa Hollinger, Gina Jabro, Chris Jeffrey, Jenny Poole, Ellen Sillik, Tom Allmon, Scott Green, Brad Jef· frey, Ken Masker, Tom Oberdin, and Football capta in Brion Osborne glares at junior Sue Hotz's o range hair. Fred Roane was announced. The excitement grew as juniors Vince Rew and Lynne Murray went out on the floor to crown 1984 Queen Ellen Sillik and King Tom Oberdin . "It happened so fast. We were just standing there, and all of a sudden, it was over. It was a real swe ll time," said Oberdin . Friday night was the highlight of the Fa lco n football season. Students packed the bleachers, each with a helium filled green or gold balloon, which was let go after the first St. Albert touchdown . Junior Jean Fo x "wished we could of held on to our balloons longer but was glad S.A. scored within the first minutes of the game ." During halftime of the game, students showed their floats, with the seniors winning "best float " contest, and court was again announced onto the football field. Falcons ended the Mike Fischer models the attire that tied him with Brad Jeffrey for Mr. Nerd. game with a 31-0 victory over St. Joseph Chargers. Students ended the week on Saturda y night with the dance . This year's dance was held in the gym, something rarel y done. Despite all the problems, Homecoming 1984 will be remembered as a traditional event that went through severa l changes. H omecoming/ 27 ... 'Skin of Our Teeth' Another 'Macbeth'? Moggie A ntrobus (Kate McGinn) reveals the dreaded red stockings worn by her rebel dough28/"Skin of Our T eeth" As superstitions in theatre go, the play that is supposed to curse yo ur show and stage is "Macbeth". Every time this five-act pla y b y Shakespeare is done, it leaves a jin x on the theatre where it is rehearsed and performed . Someone was trying to add to the list of cursed plays at St. Albert where Thornton Wilder's "The Sk in of Our Teeth" was this year's fall production . It seemed unlikely that anyter Gladys (Beth Larsen) t o her asto nished husband, George (Doug Epperson). Gla dys was thing more cou ld go w ro ng d u ring the course of this show. T his play had a cast of o v er t wen ty, w ith about half o f th e a ctors being first-timers . It was hard eno ugh having to teach the ropes to a new bat ch o f ki ds, but midway through rehearsa ls the cast ran into bigger p roblems . Because of a personal probl em wi th the administration, Mike Mulvihill had to be ta k en out of th e sho w . t orn between being lik e her mother o r the urchin Sabino (M ory Jo hnson). Therefore, the rest of the moles in the cast had to be rearranged to fit the po rts. Wit h e ve ryo ne so busy learning new li nes a nd finding new costumes, it was a littl e to ugh getting the set done ; it wasn't done for the final dress rehea rsal, and it still wasn't done for the junior high matinee . Other than a few problems like LuAnn Fox and Beth Larsen losing • their voices and Kori Rohling and Mory Johnson injuring their ankles, the rest of the production went on fairly well. The crowds hod a lot of questions as they filed out. "Why we re they on on ark? What year were they in?" etc . The show was the history of the human race in three acts. It followed the Antrobus family through the invention of the wheel, Coin and Abel, the Ice Age, and the ark in the great flood . Although S.A . hos never done "Macbeth", probably an y cost member will tell you that they've come up with a superstition: Never do "The Skin of our Teeth~" Sabina (Mary Johnson) pleads with M rs. Antrobus (Kate McGinn) to let her go with the family on the ark to escape t he fatal hurricane. Charlie Thorn and Ms. Holder use their talents and imaginations to invent the prop that will be "the "the wheel" in the show. These actors (Bill Smyth, Lourie Nettles, LuAnn Fo x, Jo n ath an Johnson, a n d Amy Bremmer show t hat the passing ot time and space are like the work ings o f a clock . "Skin of Our Teeth" / 29 Sophom ore Larry Rotiga n receives com m union from Cindy Aussm an, a fourth grade teacher at St. A lbert Middle School, during the St. A lbert Feast Day Mass. Eve ry o n e invo lved w ith the school system was in vited to attend. A m ixture of students and t eachers await as Fr. Phil Kruse helps to prepare the Eucharist for the All Saints Day Mass. MassJ De lines Who We Are 30/Masses Faculty members Lin H o lder, Kris Wile y , and George Kippley, with the help of severa l high school students, lead the folk group w hich provide d music at the school Masses . "Though I prefer a more intimate setting for Mass (such as in the chapel), I enjoy seeing the whole school coming together to worship God. It defines who we are a s a Catholic community.'' - faculty member, M ark Koesters. Because we are a Catholi c high school, St. A lbert stands out fro m o ther h igh sch ools in t h e Coun ci l Bluffs area. One way in which we ore able to express and share o u r fa ith is in the many schoo l li tu rgies h eld t hroughout the year. There ore m any activities t o be experi enced at St . A lbert, just as in any other high school. H owever, school mosses ore a significant port of our education. The majority of students and teach ers here ore Catholic, but even though some ore not Catholic, all-schoo l liturgies and even early m o rning mosses in the chapel gi ve everyone the chance to come together as a unified community. Moss is also a time when students ca n get involved, whether it be helping to pion the liturgy, reading petitions, bringing up the Offertory gifts, or just by singing along with the Cho - rus durin g Moss. Many students become more involved in the musical port of Mosses this year by being a member of the newly formed Folk Group. The Folk Group included guitar players and singers fro m the faculty and the student body. Jenny Rethmeier enthusiastically e xte nds the sign of peace to her freshman classmate Dawn Rickard. Masse::; at. St. Albert ore not limited to the people of t he high sch ool. They also include parents and others from the Catholic community as well as students from the Primary and Middle Schools , especia ll y at our celebration of St . A lbert Feast Doy . Masses/ 31 Record dances easy money makers 32/ Record da nces Record dances weren't held as frequently in the 84-85 year as in p ast years. Organizations weren't interested in sponsoring them. "We didn't wont to go to the trouble of ha ving one since we didn't need the m o ney," said NHS secretor y Kate McGinn. Like post years, the journalism deportme nt sp o n so r ed t wo reco r d d a n ces. " It's o n easy a n d inexpen sive f u nd-ra iser," sa id journali sm a dviser Dia n e Guill . O n September 14, 198 4, the annua l yearbo ok signing dance w as held ofte r a football game . Students signed each other's b oo ks and b o ught autograph pages and w riting i;iame is over at t bo9k signing Cla nce . pe ns with the ne w l 984-85 yearbook them e, "Bre a king in New Ideas. " Th e n ext d a nce was held January l l , 198 5 ofter a boys' and girls' varsity bask etball game . Baked goods, do nate d b y the parents from the primary building, were sold . Pot Pursell p lo yed dis c jockey, as he did for the ye arbo o k signing dance . Pursell set up his equipment amidst several children, as the primary school hod sponsored a Chili Supper earlier in the evening and parents were still cleaning up . "The cafeteria was one versatile place that evening," said Guill. The cafeteria was frequently converted from meeting place to eating place and dance floor. All in all, students seemed to enjoy the traditional record dances, as the y were something to do after the games. Most students wished there were more . Seniors T om Allmon and Bob Watkins scan the crowd for women. Senior Mike Platt and freshman Jeanne Dalton enjoy a slow dance, but Platt doesn't seem to lik e the idea of his picture being taken . A li cia McCoy and other sophomores admire their f irst yea rb ook, while freshma n Jenny Geist will have to wait another year for hers. Record dances/ 33 Mary Johnson, Bill Smyth, Mike Mulvihill, and LuAnn Fox watch "Yentl" in the motel room the night before their State performance. 1 Savage 1 Scores at State 34/"The Cu rio us Sava ge" On Friday, Feb . 8, two overstuffed vans complete with chaperones, luggage, Walkmans, props, makeup kits and 17 cast and crew members from "The Curious Savage" pulled out of the St. Albert parking lot. The destination was Indian Hills Junior High School in West Des Moines, where the One-Act Plays in the Sta te Speech Contest were being judged . The trip to Des Moines was the fiM ary Jo hnson a n d Karl Roh ling p ut o n ma k eup to g e th er before open ing ni gh t of " The Curio us Savage ." nal goal of the cast of "Savage" this year's winter play. The third a~t of the show was modified into a one-act play and was performed on Jan . 5 at the NCC One-Act Play Contest, held at Mercy High School. Three weeks la t e r, the ca st earned its trip to State by capturi ng a I rating at the District Speech Contest in Clarinda, Jan . 26. With two succe ssful public performa nces unde r its be lt, the "Savage" cast tried its luck at State, where it received a II. "The Curious Savage," written by Jo hn Patri ck, is a comedy with a message . It takes pla ce in a mental home, whe re an eccentric widow, Ethel Savage , is wro ngly placed by her stepchildren. Mrs. Savage has a ha bit of giving money awa y for foolish things (such as a box of dirt from Italy for a homesick Italian farmer). Her stepchildren (a senator who gets no respect in Congress, a money-hungry woman who's been di vo rce d six times, and a wishy-washy Supreme Court judge) want the family's estate for themselves and will do anything to get it - even put their stepmother away. The odd but lovable guests who li ve in the home, a long with Mrs. Savage's playful pranks, bring out the message of "The Curious SavDirector Lin Holder gives Mike Mulvihill some lastm inute instructions before he goes onstage . Mark Brisso (holding Opus), Doug Epperson and Nancy McPartland await their turn to compete at Indian Hills Junior High School. age": that it's hard to say what's normal a nd what isn't, and because of that everyone should be treated the same. Even though " Savage " didn't receive a I rating at State, the cast a nd crew were still happy with their accomplishments. " The Curious Savage" / 35 No School; NoDance .. Wrong! • Seniors Tony Goeser and Shelley Fo x dance to a slow one and smile in the middle of a crowd . Sophomores Larry Ratigan and Ken Fo x watch senior Dam Catania perform his latest breakdancing techniques. Catania soon joined his lei on the fl oor. 36/Christmas Dance On the morning of December 14, some students were glad to hear the news of no school! Approximately eight inches of snow hod blanketed the ground over night. "No school; No dance," Right? . . . Wrong . "Will there still be a Christmas dance?" was the question that remained in people's minds for several hours Friday morning. After many phone calls to Dr. Michael A vise, a decision was still not formalized. Dr. Av ise gave Miss Dione Guill and he r Journalism students permission to make the decision . Late that morning, the decision was fin a lized. There would still be a danc e. Many phone calls were mode and the word got around through friends and radio announcements. After Guill called seve ra l journalism students, the decorations crew was lined up for the afternoon. $90 wo rth of decorations we re torn dow n during the dance, making the decorations unable to be used for next year. Besides t he difficulty over whether to have the dance and the destruction of the decorations, other problems p lagued the dance . Complete Music was a half hour late, and although the photographer's background was up, Jack Holder was late because he had a wedding prior to the dance . During the dance, two cafeteria tables were broken, and Journalism students were held responsible for their repair or replacement. Later, the students who broke the tables confessed which freed Journalism from paying for the damage . Approximately 165 students attended the dance . It was a year of change, thanks to the weather. Journalism students and Guill were happy to have the dance, even though the weather was bad. What seemed to be a Christmas disaster turned out to be true to the dance's theme, "Christmas Paradise ." Seniors Kathy Horan, Jacque Ratigan, and Mary Jo Rya n enjoy a girls' night out. All three came stag to the dance. Students reenact a scene from "Animal House" to the song "Shout," minus the togas. As "Otis" sang more softly, people got closer to the floor. Then, "a little bit louder now" brought them back to jumping and singing . Sophomore Dan Simon and senior Dom Catania seem to be having fun boogying and checking out the decorations. Christmas Dance/ 37 Rolf (Jonathan Johnson) and the eldest von Trapp daughter, Liesl (Barb Osborne) sing about their relationship in "Sixteen Going on Seventeen". Sister Sophia (Jenny Poole), the Moth_!? r Abbess (Laurie Nettles), Sister Berthe (Theresa Book) and Sister Margaretta (LuAnn Fox) ask, "How do you solve a probl m like Maria?" S.A. Hill Alive With Music 38/"The Sound of Music" While rehearsing with th e ch ildren , Ma x Detweiler (Pat Pursell) is interrupted by Herr As the lights came back up and the curtain opened, the actors came out on stage for their final bows. When everyone was on stage and the crowd had long since come to its feet, two of the Roadies jumped off the stage and ran to the back of the auditorium where dire ctor Lin Holder wa~ sitting. They brought her to the stage, where she was presented with Ze ll er (Karl Ro hling) while the houseke eper, Frau Schmid t (Amy Bremme r), looks on . roses and smothered in hugs. This scene took place right after the last performance of "The Sound of Music" , this year's spring production . This musical was Holder's last show at St . Albert as well as her last high school pro duction . In her four ye ars of teaching and directing at S.A. , Holder and her drama students had be come very close. "I'm sorry to see Ms. Holder go. She was quite an asset to the St. Albert stage," said junior Theresa Book. For her final production, Holder chose the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, "The Sound of Music" . The show, set in Salzburg, Austria in the late 1930 's, was based on the true story of the von Trapp family. The father, a retired Navy captain (played by senior Dave Tobias), was reunited with his children by a would-be nun named Maria (played by senior Mary Johnson), who brought music back into their lives. The captain gave up his rich fiance, Baroness Schraeder (played by senior Kate McGinn) and Maria left the convent to the urging of the Mother Abbess (played by junior Laurie Nettles) so that the two Rolf (Jonathan Johnson) discovers Lies! <Barb Osborne) and her family -in -th~ garden as the Captain (Dave Tobias) and Maria (Mary ""-. Johnson) hold her back. could be married a nd form a real family . Suc h p opular so n gs as "The Sound of Music" , " Do-Re-Mi " , and "Climb Every Mountain" and the hard work of a ll 29 cast members made this production a memorable one . "The Sound of Music" / 39 Love 1 s 1 8/ooms 1 at St. Albert Senior Pam Genereux gathers her things before delivering carnations to other area high schools. Freshman Dawn Rickard proudly holds her valentine teddy bear. Reading and smiling about her valentine, is Betsy Tomisiea. 40/ Volentine's Doy Ready .. take aim . . . fire! Once again Cupid's bows soar through the air. He's a good shot too. This year Valentine's Day was celebrated the usual way here at St. Albert. Everyone was happy and lovesick. You might say everyone was in the pink. Again this year the varsity cheerleaders peddled flowers around the school to students and faculty . The carnations could be purchased for $1 a piece with a message attached to it, just for your sweetheart. A white carnation represented a sincere friendship, pink, an innocent crush, and red the ultimate love. Valentines could also be bought for .50q: . The varsity cheerleaders sold over 900 carnations and numerous valentines. The cheerleaders worked hard that afternoon of February 14th. "I think delivering flowers was a lot of fun, and I'm really going to miss it nex t year," senior cheerleader Donna Stivers said. All of the varsity cheerleaders participated in the flower sale. "I feel it was a lot of hard w ork, but once I saw peoples' faces light up it was well worth it," junior cheerleader Connie Persinger said. Junior Alyce Russell prepares to attach a message to all the carnatio ns. Many people sent a different kind of valentine. They ordered balloonagrams. " I felt surprised and real embarrassed with everyone standing around me. It was a really neat feeling and this year was special for me because I got a balloonagram," senior Paul Steenson said. Kathy and Tom Horan also received balloonagra ms. They were signed by the Toothfairy, act ually the Horan' s mother. For now, it's time t o put away the red hearts for your f unny little valent ine. Valentine's Day 1986 will be here before you know it. Valentine's Doy/ 41 · . • - - - -:-'-- -...:::: ~ Senior Tr(Sk)ip? 42/Senior Tr(Sk)ip ? It was a record high temperature of 83 ° on April 17. Thoughts of fun in the sun ran through the minds of several seniors as they planned a senior skip day. Although some seniors planned separate activities, the majority of the class congregated at McDonald's for a hearty breakfast. From there they made a quick stop for refreshments and convoyed onward, led by senior Brad Jeffrey, for a day at the ---- lake . Upon arriving at Manawa, the group enjoyed themselves by playing football, frisbee, and even taking a dip in the ice cold water. The seniors also did their best at "soaking up the rays" and worrying about nothing more than having fun . For the S.A. seniors, their skip day wa s a ve ry positive thing . The atmosphe re wa s relaxed and open a s a ll cliques disappe ared and the class be- c ame whole again. "I had a great time! It was a chance for me to talk to classmates who I don't usually see during a school day," said senior Denise White. Those who remained at school did so fo r various reasons. Some stayed because of extracurricular commitments, othe rs stayed to insure no further hassles from the administration. "I was u nsure of what punishment would be - I heard everything from seven detentions to probation. Since I am in track I decided it wasn't worth it, because two unexcused absences means you're off the team," said senior Ken Masker. As for the day itself, tension between seniors and administration mounted, as everyone knew that the school bo.und seniors would either leave, or want to anyway. It was mass chaos taking attendance and a nswering phone calls fr o m t he exSeniors cool down together while enjoying the sunshine. Ellen Sillik, Mariann Suden, sunglassed Brad Jeffrey and Joe Shaver, and Lisa Nordstrom take a stroll through the waves. Mariann Suden and Ellen Sillik head for the water. Seniors are " friends forever" a s they have a good time getting some sun. cused? seniors. Wha t would be done about all those a bsences? Seven detentions wa s decided a s the sta nda rd penalty. In serving the detentio ns, most seniors agre ed with Tom Horan who said, "Who Cares? It was fun because we served them all to gether. From what I remember, the fun we had that day made the detentions all worth it." Senior Tr{Sk)ip? I 43 Gym to Jungle Juniors Tom Danala (on the ladder) and Ron Barszcz decorate for Prom on the Monday of spring break. Seniors Donna Stivers and her date Jeff Schmi.tz talk over their thoughts on Prom Court before coronation . "Jungle Love" Prom Court 1985. 44/ Prom The gym was transformed into a tropical jungle with palm trees and huts. A rainbow made out of balloons, streamers hanging from the ceiling, and murals along the bleachers helped to bring out the theme of the 1985 prom, "Jungle Love" . "I wish we'd had more time to decorate, but it turned out better than I thought it would," said junior class officer Gigi Varner. The band, Red Ball Jets, was hired for $800. People's o p inions of the band differed. "I thought the band was good but they too k too many breaks and didn't play enough of today's music . I wish they would have played our theme song, "Can't Fight This Feeling" (by R.E.O . Speedwagon). It would of made prom a lot more special," said junior Anne He nderson. Senior Brian Osborne said, " It was an all-right, all-around prom, except the band left something to be desire d ." The l 985 Prom Court consisted of seniors Gina Jabro, Ellen Sillik, Chris Jeffrey, Ken Masker, Fred Roane and Tom Oberdin. The juniors on court were Maria Papazian, Kim Mauer, Lynne Murray, Rex Romano, Fred Grot e and Vine~ Rew. Coronation was at 10:30 and Gina Jabro and Ken M asker were crowned Queen and King. "Being on court alone was neat, but when I got queen - now I'll always have something to remember my senior prom by," said Gina Jabro. Ken Masker said, "I was real surprised about being crowned king. It was something I'll never forget." After prom, most of the juniors and seniors went bowling and skating. "It (prom) was an experience, expecially going skating, 'catching the dots'!" said junior Lynne Murray. Roller skating may have been fun but it proved that it could be dangerous. Senior Brad Jeffrey chipped his teeth in a collision with fellow skater senior Tom McVey. "Roller Derby was a blast, with or without teeth," said Jeffrey. All in all, Prom 1985 was an exciting night, and a lot more than just a formal dance. Couples enjoy the festive music of "The Red Ball Jets". Prom/ 45 Juniors Tom Eberhard and Jackie Leggio admire the colorful coronation area. Balloons were arranged by Billies' Bloomin' Baljoons and were finished l 0 minutes before couples started arriving. Junior Su Niebur and senior Bob Watkins stop off for punch before hitting the dance floor. 46/Prom .. Tom Mc Vey and Jenny Poole take this "one" at a little slower pace, as the band plays Christopher Cross', "Sailing." Amy Geier and Ann Henderson prepare mura ls to be hung up for prom. Junior class sponsor Terry Dolnicek gives directions to sophomore helper Kevin McGinn about sign in for couples. Juniors Jean Fox and Mike Miller enjoy refreshments served by the sophomores. Prom/ 47 Change in Tune Helps Spice Graduation Kate McGinn, Beth Larsen, Jenny Poole and Mory Jo hnson harmonize with "Friends," a song from TEC. Pot Purse ll jams in his gown during the bond's rendition of the Beatles' tune, "Lady Madonna ." Denise White and Gino Jobro reflect on their years as S.A. students. White, Jobro , and Deonna Gross were the valedictorians of the class of '85. 48/Groduotion Excited n ervous seniors lined up accordi n~ to h eight, boys on t he right, girls on the left. The order was no different than past graduations, the emotions were the same as any group of young men and women going out into the world; but the individuals within that group of 77 were each outstandin g in his/ her own way. To prove their uniqueness, the class of '85 wanted their ceremony differ- ent - so they planned accordingly. The progra m format was contrary to pa st graduations - the speeches we re a ll mode before diplomas were g iven. The speeches themselves we re different, as the people giving them we re to o. Sr. Jude Fitzpatrick, the new superintendent of schools in the dio cese, ga ve her remarks for the first tim e at on S.A. graduation . Thre e seniors were top scholars in the class, so instead of separate Valedictorian and Salutatorian speeches, the three Valedictorians gave a combined talk about the years the class spent together. The music was semi-traditional - Pomp and Circumstance for the processional, yet a special drum solo during the song "Lady Madonna" (instead of the 1812 Overture) by senior Pot Pursell, and a recessional which surprised everyone e x pecting another band tune . In their last decision as a class, the seniors voted to hove a Kenny Loggins song played - "This Is It" - in place of the Morch Lamar as they walked out of the gym as alumni. After diplomas were presented, Dr. A vise gave the female Graduation/ 49 and male Spirit of St. Albert Award. This is perhaps the greatest honor for a graduating senior, as it is voted on by the class only . The recipients represent those who have given the most of themselves in symbolizing the best qualities of the class. This year's winners were Terry O'Grady and Barb Simon. SO/ Graduatio n Fr. Hurley then gave Del Murphy the St. Albert Award, another distinction for the adult who has given much of himself for the S.A. community. Following Bishop Dingman's farewell blessing, class president Simon went to the front for the grand finale of high school - the turning of the tassel. Right over to left, and it was over. A joyous bunch of graduates waltzed out of the gym linked arm in arm with their female / male partner: "This is it Make no mistake where you are You' re going no further Don't be a fool anymore The waiting is o ver .. . " Mary Brotherton makes sure that her cap won't fall off during the ceremony by loading up on bo bby pins. Alisa Rangel is congratulated by friend Nancy Goeser with a post-graduatio n hug . Mike Mulvihill delivers a reading at the Senior Mass. Bloodmobile • arrives at St. Albert 52/Bloodmobile Along with all the jitters, tuxedo talk, and discussion of all-night plans that the Thursday before Prom usually brings, it also brought the bloodmobile to St. Albert. This was the second visit this year, the first being on October 2 . The first drive was set up in the actual mobile unit outside school, where t hirty-seve n pints of b lood we re do nated. Fo rty-e ig ht teachers and stude nts were signe d u p to donate, but e ight were defe rre d . The most recent drive was set up in the band room on April l l , whe re fort y pints of blood were given to the Red Cross. The spring donation d rive is usuall y much bigger than t he fall [ Senior Tom McVey t ells the nurse vital information for his donor card. o ne, but t his year's w asn't due to m any fact o rs . Some who had bad experiences giving blo od earlier shied away from doing so again, thus influencing some would-be blood donors t o t hink twi ce about their services. A lso , many athletes competing in events later t hat day. Even more disheartening was the fact that many students were ill and, if not at home, at school with colds, coughs, and flu bugs. These conditions led to seniors searching all morning with their pleas for donors. Amid t hose cancellations and def errals, however, biology teacher T erry Dolnic ek happily rolled up his sleeve for a pint donation, making him a five gallon lifetim e donor. Giving blood is an honorable service . There are always those in need of it . It isn't costly. It's anonymous giving, and it usually leaves donors feeling good about themselves. As he gives blood, Karl Birusingh relaxes and enjoys getting out of his morning classes. Senior Tom Horan is caught by surprise as the nurse sticks him with a needle. Horan gave blood for the f irst time in Oct ober. Senior class officers Lori Sundrup and Barb Simon type information and hand out p amphlets as part of their presidential duties. Blaodmobile/ 53 Quarter finalist Brain Bowl team of 1985: seniors Doug Epperson, Barb Simon, junior captain David Smyth, senior Kate McGinn, and advisor Jim DeMott. Senior drumsmen Pat Pursell and Tony Goeser prepare for a Middle School performance. 1.1 1 ' ~ -·'· ~ ~;< &A'J:.'71tt; 11t Organi- • zat1ons When the Chess Club tried to break its way into the other groups of S.A., it fell through due to lack of interest. S.A.'s journalism department, however, was awarded its first charter in Quill and Scroll, and the membership will not be broken in the rest of the years the school is here . Band members broke their traditional te rm of "sad" with loud, enthusiastic pla yi ng at pep rallies and games, earning them more student appreciation this year. Igniting the "bandfire" was new director George Kippley who led the crowd with his trumpeting expertise. Though only one organization was new to school, old ones improved themselves for the betterment of the school. Seniors Doug Epperson and LuAnn Fox twirl to the de light of the fo lks at Northcrest Care Center. 54/ 0rganizati o ns Organizations/ SS 56/Student Council Pic tured ore members of the student council. (fron t) Stoey O berdin , Jeon Stl lik , Shelly Sondag. (2nd ro w) Do n Jobro , N oren e Smith, T o m Oberdin , Ba rb Sim on, D ove Koe h le r, Jo hn O'Connor. (3rd row) Don Po ole, Gigi Varner, Cyndy Berrimon, Kevin McGinn. (on top) Mork H eenan . Sitting o utside soaking up th e rays ore juniors (from left - bottom row) Norene Smith, V inc e Rew , Gigi Varner. (top row) Amy Honaker, C yndy Berrimon, Lynn e Murray. Hanging out by their lockers are freshmen Jo hn Hassett, Stacy Oberdin, Matt Buchanan, She ll y Sondag, Je a n Silli k, Ch ris Hanafan. Senior Kim Branstetter e nioys la ying across the laps of seniors (from left) Chris Jeffrey, Brenda Stokes, Lo ri Sundrup, and Barb Simon. The male dominated staff of the sophomore class, (from left) Mark Hee nan, John O'Connor, Da ve Koehler, Dan Poole, Do n Jabro, and Kevin McGinn, rela x in the weight room after a stressful executive day. Student Council Important Link This year the Student Council has done quite a number of things. It was in charge of homecoming and all its related activities, including the pep rally and dance . For Teacher Appreciation Day, it bought a cake which was given to the faculty at the end of the day. Student Co uncil has been and always will be an important link between students and faculty in order to get things accomplished. If problems should arise during the school yea r, the y would be brought before the council and most of the time action wo uld be taken and the problem solved. President, Vice-President, Secreta ry, and Treasurer of each class we re voted on at the end of last school year and the two Representatives were voted on at the beginning of this ye ar. There are six students on the council from eve ry class, a nd the advisor, Wayne Maclearn, schedules meetings throughout the year to de cide on various matters with them. He said, "The students worked very we ll togethe r. Whenever they were asked to do something they did. They accomplished a lot!" Student Council / 57 58/National H on o r Society Senior Denise W hit e o pens the inductio n cerem o ny with a passage from the Bible . Senio r Deanna Gro ss a nd junior Su Niebur escort their respective tap-ins (sophomores Donna Roane and Maureen Wickha m ) into the chapel before parents, administration and facult y. Previous NHS members: Kori Rohling, Gino Jabro, Kate McGinn, Deanna Gross, Barb Simon, Teresa Andress, Paul Steenson, Do nna Stivers, LuAnn Fox, Denise White, Su Ni ebur, and Da ve Tobias. Newly inducted junio rs Lisa Claussen, Tammy Jones, No rene Smith, and Gigi Va rne r liste n to speeches explaining the va lues of NHS. Inductees line up at the reception: Norene Smith, Donna Roane, Maureen Wickham, Joelle Corbaley, Tammy Jones, Gigi Varner, Lisa Claussen, Angel Howlett, and Troy Holmberg. Induction ceremony undergoes change March 27 brought with it unseasonable sunshine and a spring dressup day for the annual NHS inductions, a time-honored traditional day that diverted much from its familiar patterns. Firstly, the NHS induction ceremony was closed to the viewing of the entire student body and faculty, and was instead held privately, amid varied controversy. Secondly, t he chapel hosted the aft ernoon ceremony, honed into a prayer service blessed by Fr. Kruse . In previous years the ceremony was held in the gym. Still more changes : members were tapped in by senior members in the morning with the presentation of a carnation in their first period classes, instead of at the actual ceremony. Also, parents were not escort ed; they were already seated and wat ched the procession of inductees. Other NHS activities were the senior-faculty volleyball game, Leadership Doy, and sponsoring a $100 scholarship t o a college-bound graduating senior which was awarded to Shelly Corb aley. Notional Honor Society/ 59 60/Quill & Scro ll/ IH SPA Senior Kate McGinn f inds her scroll o n the table . Mc Ginn, assis tant edito r tor the ye arbook, was inducted Dec . 3 . Junior Sue Hotz hos some punch ofter the induction ceremony in the Home Ee roo m . "I make the Ads," says senio r Jenny Poole. Poole was advertising manager for the yearboo k and a member of Quill and Scroll. Senior inductee Shelly Corba ley p ick s up the scroll with her nam e on the fea ther. Admiring Iowa High School Press Association awards are juniors A m y Bremmer, Sue Hotz, and Lisa Skow. The awards were given for yearbook and newspaper ex cellence. Q&S, IHSPA New groups to S.A. As many new things ore breaking into St. Albert this year, there ore also new happenings in the journalism deportment. SA is now a member of Quill and Scroll, on international honorary society for high school journalists. The old St. Francis was a Q uill and Scroll m ember, but SA hadn't reapplied for m embership u ntil August of 1984. There are 50 states and 40 fore ign countries which are active in Quill and Scroll. Membersh ip in Quil l and Scroll qualifies students for notional competitions . "When I reali zed that SA hadn't maintained its charter with Q. and S., I was shock ed , an d ofter several letters to the secretory of Q . and S. and after filling out se veral form s, SA was reinstated," said Dione Guill, journalism advisor. A student must be in t he upper one-third of his class and be nominated by t he journ alism advisor. SA' s first members were initiated on Dec . 3 . Shelly Co rbaley, LuAnn Fox, Deonna Gross, Kate M cGinn, Jenny Poole, Barb Simon, and Lori Sundrup were inducted during a reception for journalism students. Al ong wit h Quill and Scroll, Iowa High School Press Association is also new at SA and is now in its second year. IHSPA also evaluates publicat ions and keeps journalism students updated on scholarships . Quill & Scroll/ IHSPA/ 6 l 62/Leadership Day Senior footba ll captoins Terry O'Grady, Pete Book, and Mike Raes walk up the aisle to be recognized. Sophomore boys listen inte ntly for leadership tips from the mayor. Senior men and faculty re la x and listen during the assembly. To ho no r the le ade rs of the schoo l, NHS he ld a receptio n in the cafe after the assembly. Se nior leaders take advantage of the free ca ke and p unch . Father Hurley puts in his two cents to emphasize the importance of leadership. Leadership Day honors students Noise in the gym dwindled to a soft murmur as senior Gina Jabro stood. While she spoke, the long line of leaders waited their turn to be recognized. Mixed into the line were class officers and representatives, athletic capta ins, and academic le ade rs. Proudly wearing their hand-make paper brooches symbolizing their organization, they marched up the a isle as Jabro read off their accomplis hments. Leadership Day, sponsored by the National Honor Society of St. Albert, was held May 8. According to NHS sponsor Caroline Swartz, the National Association of Secondary School Principa ls (which also sponsors the National Honor Society) petitioned the president some years back to declare a National Leadership Day. He did, and the day has become an annual event at St . Albe rt. High school students gathere d in the gym to hear speeches from guest Tom Ha nafan, ma yo r of Counc il Bluffs, and Fr. Ed Hurl ey, Supe rintendent of St. Albert Schools. Hanafan, a Council Bluffs na tive , stresse d the impo rtance of leadersh.ip st a ying in C.B. so that our community could c o n ti n ue t o grow . Aft e r a bri e f speech by Fr. Hurley, t he leaders of the school a tte nde d a re ception in the cafe te ria. " NHS sponsors a Leade rship Day t o honor those people who do much for the school yet often get little credit, " said Swartz. Leadership Day I 63 64/Cho rus Sophomore Melissa Stidham and senio rs Beth Larsen and Mary Johnson fight for the mirror as junior Jackie Leggio waits her turn Chorus students sing with spirit at the annual Christmas Concert. ,_:/Ir/ </1 /iA ft;; .(~lrt CRED llUS/C 1984-85 Chorus: sophomore Melissa Stidham; seniors LuAnn Fox and Kate McGinn; freshman Jon Johnson; juniors Jackie Leggio , Theresa Book, and Laurie Nettles; seniors Beth Larsen and Mary Johnson; sophomore Angie Stande r. (Not p ictured: freshman Charlie Thorn.) l Following tradition, Chorus sings at the St. Albert Feast Da y mass. Chorus Gets A New Tune As the saying goes, it's quality that counts - not quantity. With an elevenmember Chorus this year, this motto stands out perfectly clear! The year started off on a go od note as the Music Department broke in a new choral and band director, Mr. George Kipple y, former instrumental director at Northwest High School in Omaha . "I love being able to work with quality kids, e xciting music, and an administration that cares," Kippley said . As the school year kicked off, the students and Kippley chose new music, and following tradi tio n, Chorus sang at school masses. Singing at the annual Open House was a new pe rformin g experience. On Dec. 16, the Christmas Concert went underway and was a big success. " I must say that this ye ar's Christmas Concert was the best we've ever had," said junior Theresa Book. With this year's concentration on dynamics, harmony, and singing in different languages, Chorus students had a better a nd more positive attitude toward their ma ny performances. Throughout the year, students were kept busy getting ready for co ncerts, clinics, or the State Music Contest. M usic has been a big part of these students' li ves, and for many, it alwa ys will be~ Chorus/ 65 66/Les Musiques The Les Musiques me n, in cluding eighth-grader Troy Hemmin gsen, freshman Jo n Johnson, and senio r Doug Eppe rso n, odd th eir singing ta lents to the Christmas Concert . Sopho m o re Step ha nie Ke e fe, senio r Jenny Poole, a nd sophomo re Melissa Stidham da nce and sing to th e bea t o f " Rock Around the Clock." Freshman Jon Johnson and se ni or Doug Epperson join together to sing "Does Anybody Rea ll y Know What Time It Is" by Chicago. Senior Jenny Poole leads off for the a ltos' solo of the "Chica go In Concert" tape . The girls " freak out" over their teen idol (fre shman Jon Johnson) as he serenades them in the 1950's section of the American Pop program. Students Make the Choices "Let's try it again from the top, folks - a one, a two, a one, two , three, four!" .. . And so on goes another Les Musiques rehearsal at St. Albert. This year, Les Musiques was led by a new director, George Kippley, who also directs band. This year's Les M usiques included seniors Doug Epperson, LuAnn Fox, Kate McGinn, Mary Johnson, and Jenny Poole; juniors Laurie Nettles and Jackie Leggio ; sophomores Melissa Stidham and Stephanie Keefe; freshmen Tracy Owen and Jon Johnson, and eig hthgrader Troy Hemmingsen. This was the first g roup in several years to have boys involved. With the girls wearing lilac formals and the guys in tux-type outfits, Les Musiques set o ut to dazzle their audie nces with their musica l sel ections: " Chicago 1n Concert" a nd "American Pop." The gro up spent many hours putting together their own dances to go with these tunes. The medley of Chicago songs wa s pe rfo rme d at the Dec. 16 Christmas Co nc ert, a nd the "Americ a n Pop" program was perfo rmed at the Spring Conc e rt o n M ay 19. Les Musiques also perfo rmed at funerals and nursing homes. "We're o ne big family and we work hard - together we can pull anything off!" said fres hman Tracy Owen. In spite of its sma ll size, Les Musiques ha s a lways been a hard working, determined group of kids with a lot of talent ; a s the saying goes, it's " quality, not quantity" that counts' Les Musiques/ 67 68/ Bond Mr. Kippley shows what's what at UNO Bond Doy. Po t Pursell shows how to make a big noise. Junior M ichelle Johnson and sop drea Genereux display some tion during a church performo ce. Some of the bond a ssembles to give a performance at Queen of Apostles Church at the Middle School. Doesn't se nio r T any Goeser appear inte nt during this grueling re hearsa ~ M iche ll e Johnson holds music to practicers senior To m Snook, sopho mo re Kris White, and 8th grader M ike Herbert at the Middle School. Kippley creates spirited band T o say t h at the band has improved t his year would be an understat ement. It seem s that w h atever enthusiasm, app reciation, and g ood will that new direct or George Kippley brought with him spilled over to the band members. W hen one gazed at the Falcon/ Sainte cheering sect ion at a football or bask etball game, one could see a solid block of green and gold color dotted w ith a glint of the brass instruments they played. T he 37-member band consisted of about half junior high and half senior h igh students. They practiced at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays, with the high school also practicing togeth er during 03. N e w uniforms were an added change for the band section. A lthou gh they all paid for them independently, the gold shirt and black pant s, topped with a gold visor, added class to the band. Kippley has not o nly taken part in the uniform but in the band's actual performances at various games, pep rallies, and send-offs as well, where he cou ld be found p laying his trumpet energetically . Senior Tony Goeser, involved with the band since junior high, said, " Kippley is the best (director) we've had yet." "He helped us to think we w ere great even before we performed," said junior Michelle Johnson. Band/ 69 Semester long courses instead of full yeOr 72/Religion Religion pla ys an important ro le at St. Albert Catho lic High Scho o l. It makes the difference between publi c and parochial schools. All S.A. students have a ba sic knowledge and understanding as t o why and what the Religion department is about, but the Religi o n D epartment has undergone change. One major change was th e a rrangement of classes . Miss Kris Wile y taught the Senior class, as before she taught Freshman classes . "The Seniors are a lot easier to teach, because they have their own ideas and they a ren ' t as contro ll ed by o thers," Wi ley said. Just sin ce she h as been here, the department has ad ded Social Justi ce a nd d ropp e d Wo rl d Rel igio n . "We no w try t o focus m o re o n litergy a nd prayer," Wi ley sa id. " Instead o f emphas izing wha t the BIBLE sa ys, we're tryin g harder to practice its te achings. We ' ve had many great accomplishmen t s in striving for this . We had regular food drives, we celebrate Mass, and we are co nstantly trying t o improve o urselves and reach o ur goals," she said . The students seem to get someSeniors Jenny Poole ond Chris Jeffrey listen to Steve Gruber as he discusses cults in M s. Kris Wi ley's Know Your Faith class. thing o ut of th e religion class es. A lot of th es e a c hie vements were attributed to Fr. Phil Krus e . Kruse wa s head of th e Re ligi o n Deportment. "Port of the re aso n students get so much out of t he religio n cl a sses, is beca use of int e ra cti o n with activ ities ofter school ho urs, arrange d by Fr. Kruse," Wile y said . "Krus e hos do ne a fantastic jo b a nd we a ll hope he will c o ntinue his work h e re," s he a dded. Although Principal Dr. Michael A vise hasn't been around long to see many changes in the Religion Deportme nt, he still hos a very positive ottiSenior Lo ri Sun dru p reads a n ewspap er st o ry about how cu lts have inva d ed Euro p e. tude towards it. "The students here show a different attitude, vs. that of a non-parochial school," Avise said. The S.A. Religion Deportment is teaching fr om bo o ks and they do follow a basic curriculum, but the y to ke it o ne step farther. The only wa y to reall y le arn is through e xperience . The deportment as a staff wa s focusing mo re o n world issues than they ho ve in the post. " I think concentrating on new ideas and a mi xed point of view is very good," teacher Mork Koesters said. The Religion Deportment gets invalved. Fo r e xample , they participated in the Faith and Resistance Group . This organization concentrated on the disarmament of nuclear weapons. They also vo lunteered fo r othe r service projects to aid the community. The Religi o n Department hos seen a lot of changes through the years, but its main goal was to te ach students. M s. Kris W iley discusses alcoholism, as it is a growing problem in the U.S. Senio rs Dave N ielsen, Brian Osborne, and Donna Stivers take notes, as Fr. Jim Kiernan talks in his Relat ionships class. Steve Gruber, Director of Re ligious Education at St . Patrick 's Church, displays a news clipping on H are Krishnas . Religion/ 73 Sophomore Jenny Holder gives junior Jackie Leggio assistance on her math hoQlework. Junior Rex Romano does his geometry in pen, a serious no-no. New laces in Science Dept. 74/Math, Science New teachers and teacher aides appeared on the scene for the 1984- 85 school year in the math and science departments. In the science field, Miss Janice Parker and Mr. Robert Ronk, both new to the profession, were added to the S.A. faculty. Parker carried daily Physical Science, Chemistry, and Juniors Maria Papazian and Amy Geier dissect a pig fetus in Advanced Biology. Some student s borrowed plastic gloves from the darkroom so that they could handle their pigs more easily. Physics classes. Ronk eased the situation by taking one Physical Science class in the morning . By teaming up with Biology I Advanced Biolog y te acher Te rry Dolnicek, they completed the science department. Once again Advanced Biology classes took a field trip, this time to the Unive rsity of Nebraska Medical I Center on April 29. Although there weren't any cadavers available for their inspection, they did tour the building, learning about its different units. Junio r Fred Grote seemed to e njoy the trip . "I thought the whole expe rience was exciting. It was a nice break from classes. The sections on anatomy and sports medicine were the most interesting. It was too bad that our pace was fast - there was too much to see," said Grote . Math department head Ms. Caroline Swartz received help from student teacher Pat Snook, a 1980 St. Albert graduate . He taught certain classes and assisted with others during January and February. Freshmen Jon Johnson, Chuck Thorn, and Joe Turn er perform an experiment in Physical Science. Snook proved to be beneficial to some students. " I re ally found the presence of Mr. Snook helpful. His being there provided the class with a nother source of help," said junior Jean Fox. The math crew was rounded out by senior pros Mrs. Konnie Wiegman and Mrs. Ursula Tetzlaff. Math, Science/ 75 Election year provides • variety Seniors Steve Plummer and Gene Cannon turn work into fun by playing pocket trivia during Contemporary History. 76/Social Studies This year's Social Studies depo rtment "finalized the transition" t o Contemporary History w hich become o requirement for graduation . In previous years, it hadn't been mandatory, but starting at the end of lost year, this was changed . The curriculum for four years here at St . Albert w as th e freshmen were required to t o ke Worl d History, U.S. History for sophomores, junio rs were required t o t oke Gov ernment, while students hove the choi c e to t oke C ontemporary History t h eir ju nior o r senior y ea r, but they must h ove it t o graduate. L Some o t he r new things were that, sinc e it was e le cti o n ye ar, So c ial Studies teache rs de ci ded to to k e a dvanta ge of it . On Octo ber 20, students hod the c ha nc e t o s pend the a fternoo n at A. L. wh e n Vi ce-President Geo rge Bus h wa s visiting a nd then re - ported o n it. A bout twenty students went and the general impressio n, as junio r Kris Kinart said, was that " there we re a lot of people, balloons, and flogs." Another thing done as o result of e lection year was Mr. John Shorey's classes hod a voting machine brought in, and they were shown how to work it. Students that were old enough had the oppo rtunity t o vote in the presidenti a l electio n. Senior Jenny Pool e sa id, "It was neat to be able to vote because it made me really feel like an adult and that I did have a say in the future president." Others had a chance to vote in a mock e le ction held during school time . .... -• .. -:- •• • f'""'\. - 49- -· • I . . - . . . .. ~ Seniors Tom McVey, T om M ortin, Dem Ca· tania, and Don H offman look puzzled over one of the questions their team had to onswer while playing Trivial Pursuit in Contemporary History. A l Sherbo looks pleased about the papers his students turned in for his World H istory Class. Senior Ken Masker and juniors Tonia Geiger and Betsy T amisiea rela x at the end of their Contemporary History Class. Social Studies/ 77 78/En glish Seniors • given more choices From building sentences correctly to increasing vocabulary to expanding knowledge of American and British authors - this is the gamut of what S.A.'s English program features but there is much in between . ' The 1984-85 English department experienced its share of changes, which is certainly what has overtaken S.A. It decided to provide more variety in seniors choices of English electi ve s for one thing . They exercised more freedom and responsibility by Sophomore Jeff Gross checks a vocabulary contex t worksheet during 06 W ri tten Form. choosing two of three semester electives geared to each one's capability and interest _ British Literature (taught by Mr. James DeMott), Adv anced Compos ition (DeMott and Ms. Diane Guill), and the new Minority Literature (Guill). Seniors who needed help with basic skills took Senior English (Gill) for a semester complimented by one of the aforementioned courses . All o f the juniors took Ameri can Literature (DeMott and Ms. Lin H o ld- e r), where the y learned of the rich he rita g e o f the c o untry's best novelists, essayists, and poets. The sophomores were e x posed to Ex p lo rin g Lite rature (DeMott) for a semest e r a nd Written Form (Guill) fo r t he o the r half of th e ye ar. Writt e n Fo rm intro d uc e d t o sophomores the wo rl d of writing term pape rs. M oving to th e freshman le ve l, the y took Freshm a n English (Gill a nd Guill) a nd b a la nced tha t with Speech cl ass (Ho lde r). When asked what she th o ught about the p rogram's fl e x ibility a nd revitalizatio n, deportme nt he a d Ho ld e r wa s tho ughtful: " Co ll e ges a nd businesses te ll us that the a bility to communic a t e is the most important sin gle sk ill that th ey look fo r, so we d o o ur be st to ma ke sure that our students hove tha t sk ill. " And t ha t abo ut sums it up - a ll th ese co urse s, which make th e t e a c h e rs a d apt a bl e in th e ir c lassrooms, in turn e nable the st udents to Sopho m ore Barb Osborne sorts her notecards, as she tries to organize her research paper on cap it al p unishment. Sopho m ore Alicia McCoy looks up nuclear war in t he REA DERS' GUIDE TO PERIODICA L LITERA T URE. Miss Lin Holder lectures to an A merican Literat ure class. Althou gh m uch of the English curriculum had changed, a f ull year of A merican Litera ture is still required for juniors. M r. M ik e Gill ch ecks papers during 01 Senior English . Gill t aught a senior high class for t he first time this year in addition to his usual junior high lo ad. be come more we ll-rou nde d and bett er comm unicato rs. The En g lish Deportme nt hos adapte d the senior c urriculum fo r the 198 5- 86 year. Stud ents be required to ho ve one seme ster of lite ra t ure and o ne semester of writing . This is another attempt a t preparing seni o rs for college . English/ 79 Language Arts Faces New Ideas Freshman Tina DeChant gives an unusual demonstration speech, with a willing guest - her dog, Sumi. "Senora" Thomsen shows junior Kamala Birusingh some "preguntas" to write out for "manana". During Newspaper Appreciation week, WOWT anchor woman Catherine Joyner related her experience of news reporting. 80/Speech/Drama/Spanish/ Journalism With the graduation of the class of '85 also comes the graduation of the only three students to participate in Spanish IV. Those three students were Barb Simon, Doug Epperson, and LuAnn Fox. The enrollment for Spanish I and II has also greatly increased in the past two years, according to Mrs. Kathy Thomsen. The 1984-85 Journalism class consisted of 22 students who worked to put out si x newspapers, instead of four that were put out in past years, and completed 50 more pages for the yearbook . The additio n enlarged the book to 194 pages, making this the largest yearbook St. Albert has ever had. The week of March 4-8, during Newspaper In Educatio n Week, they had guest speakers every day. Catherine Joyner from CBS channel 6 ended the week by discussing her careers with them. To add to the working atmosphere, the journalism students hung all of their awards on the walls for others to see. They also decorated the skylights with colorful outlines of subjects important to them. Drama class consisted of 30 students this year. It seemed like a normal sized class but had a 9-1 ratio: nine girls to every one boy. "Since there were only three boys in our class, with 27 girls, it was kind of embarrassing to do 'make-up' in front of everyone!" said freshman Jon Larsen. In the area of speech, the transition from taking speech as sophomores to taking it as freshmen was made. Although students did the traditional speech assignments, they used their originality to make them seem different. Tina DeChant brought her ShihTzu dog named Sumi to demonstrate proper grooming. The dog originates from Tibet. Journalism students, juniors Erica Nielsen, Amy Bremmer, and senior Beth Larsen, get trapped inside the Big Mac jail in Maryville, Missouri. Speech/ Drama/ Spanish/ Journalism/ 81 Freshman Ricky Cox's enthusiasm for carpentry is captured, while tie checks the squareness of his stool. Senior Brian Osborne watches his classmate Mike Platt try his hand kneading do ugh . Projects highlight Home Ee., Shop 82/ Home Ec. / IA Freshmen Matt Jo hn son , Ma rk Lookabill, Steve Martin, Joe Turne r, and Tim Shea, with sophomore Ron Marshall, attempt to displa y their woodcra fting skills. "Hands-on" experience highlighted Ho me Ee and Industrial Arts classes. Short and long term projects kept students busy during classes, so lectures and notetaking were kept to a minimum. Senior Andy Fischer's advanc e d project was the building of a grandfather clo ck . In foods class, stude nts we re re quired to do indi vi dual, foreign food demonstratio ns; whereas in the post, the demonstratio ns were done as teams. "I felt that when students did demonstrations in teams one student e nded up doing all the work so I changed to the individual projects," said Mrs. Shirley Ekdahl. In order to ease the nervousness of getting up in front of th e class alone, Ekda hl provided a chef's hot and apron for the student to wear if he / she wa nted. Guest speakers were incorpo rated into Ekdahl's cl asses. Mrs. C onnie Owens spoke to freshmen on color analysis and wardrobe planning. "I thought it was pretty neat because we got to learn w h a t colors looked on you, and we got to learn about a ce ssories," said freshman Cheryl Carlson. A lthough the r e we re no guest ·speakers in Shop, individual projects abounded . Senior Shelly C o rbal ey and junio rs Fred Grote a nd Re x Romano were enrolled in Architectural Drawing . Each of the three worked on year-long project o f designing a h ouse that included ten different vi ews o f the h ouse. H o m e Ee and Shop students also did projects t hat benefited the entire school, as Home Ee st udents mode Seniors Tim Keefe and Jenny Lehnen are hopeful that their grilled cheese turn out is not burned out. altar clothes for the Chapel and Shop students refinished the o ld ca f eteria tables. Both Ekdahl and Shop instructor Dick Wright wo uld like to have on increase in class enrollments and on increase in course selectio ns . Home Ec ./ IA/ 83 Mock trial seems real 84/Business/Data Processing Some people may think that business is boring, but to the business law class it was nothing of the sort. The business law class went on a field trip to the Council Bluffs Court House and Jail on April 2. After they arri ved at one court room it seemed it was time to leave, but on the way up stairs to another court room the elevator stopped between floors which stra nded the class of 16 students for 45 mi nutes. Whe n asked what was the most memora bl e part of t he da y junio r Ann Henderson said, "It was hot, crammed, e xciting and hilarious! It was something I' ll never forget, esp ecially standing right next to Ken Masker. It was kind of like togetherness!" After seeing the real cases at the M rs. Leggio or M rs . H emmingsen ? N either' It's senior Ellen Sillik . During her st udy hall, Sillik hod some career preparatio n in the office typing and answering phones . Court House, the students put on a tria l of their own, the murder of Candy Kane , and everyone had a job to do in deciding the outcome of the cas e . Mr. Rick Colpitts enjoyed thinking of different class projects for business law. "My favorite class to teach is business law. I have a great deal of interest in law. I really enjoyed law in college and I think that it is very interesting course to teach," said Colpitts. The typing classes are learning word processing. But typing classes aren't the only ones on the computers; there is also the Data Processing class which had a new instructor this year, Scott Belt. The Data Processing class learned how to create and run programs, word processing and many other skills that wi ll be helpful. Steve Hansen stated "It's one fun time after another" . When asked what she thought of the classes at SA, "I think the business classes up here are pretty fun, especially 04 business calculus and accounting , cause we lo ve Michael Deon Platt," quoted senior Ellen Sillik. Senior Dom Catania awaits questioning in the Business Law mock-trial. Senior Scott Green reads the numbers off of t he adding machine for his Accounting report. Tom Donala and Steve Hansen, both juniors, work out a computer program during t heir 2- hour Data class. Business/ Dato Processing/ 85 Sophomore Dawn Zimmerman highlights paragraphs in a magazine article she plans to use in her research paper. Miss Mary Ann Rudersdorf helps sophomore Dave Fischer w ith his schedule for his junior year. Juniors have the option to take courses at A.L. Sophomore A ngie Stander does las t minute homework, as she waits for the bell to ring. Stander worked in the library 07 last semester. --------------------------------------------~ New books, lamps, plants, tables alter library's look There have been quite a few changes at S.A. this year from the :w principal to the change in the den1erit system. But some people just didn't take the time to notice how much the S.A. Guidance and Library departments have improved. This year the library has five new computers and had new tables and hairs. People also donated some used books over the summer, and some new books and a new paperback rack were added to the library. Librarian Mrs. Maryann Angeroth was pleased to see that more students took library science this year than eve r before . Besides th e improvements of this year, "the outlook for ne xt year looks goo d as well with the expecta nce of a new movi e p rojector, another new computer, a nd a new video tape machine," said Ange roth . A sofa, two chairs, tables a nd lamps were donated to the lib rary along with some hanging plants whic h h e lped to divide the table area fro m the bo o kshelves. Aside fro m th e library, the Guidan ce dep artment also did well. The school rece iv e d a $300.00 computer disc for the library's computer about various colleges and jobs. This ye ar also brought a great number o f seniors applying for college, for the class of 1985 was one of S.A.'s top-ranked classes. School counselor Miss Mary Ann Rudersdorf says that "the three main items most colleges take into consideration for accepting s omeone for their college is mo tivation, Sophomores Ron Marshall and Larry Ratigan fill out order forms for magazine articles, as they sit in the corner where the computers used to be located. perso nal prefe re nc e and a cademi c reco rds." Scheduling for the 1985-86 scho ol year wa s so le ly handled by Rude rsdo rf ra ther tha n by SCAN teachers and Rudersdorf as was scheduling fo r 1984-85 ye a r. Guidonce/ Library / 87 Paint by feet1 bowling new additions Junior A nne Olson and sophomore Jodi Ryba realize that hands are useful things after attempting to draw with their toes. 88/ Art/ P.E. As I enter through the door that has an art pallet upon it, my eyes are met with the coolness of lavender walls . I glance to the left and n ot ice an art mural of a pallet painted wit h art in pink beside it. I look up and notice ceiling tiles of various things : Alabama, a smurf football player, a unicorn, the athlete of all t ypes, the symbol of the National Bask etball Association . Besides the Alabama tile, are skylights that have art pallets and the word art in various colors glowing brightly . To t h e left is the bulletin board - always decorated with lively ima gin ation an d color. Ahea d is a couch - a time t o rela x when the work is done . The art room - a roo m different fro m the rest - stands out at S.A. " I try to m ak e the art room co m fortable a n d a place w here stu de n t s fe el sa f e," said art teacher Deb M cGuire. Many innovati v e pro je c t s h ave Senio r Fred Roa ne defends for the "skins" t eam during a vig orous P.E. football game. Pumping out her 25 sit-ups for her P.E. warmup is senior Chris Jeffrey . b een introduced to the students this ye ar. At the beginning of the year, st udents got to experience drawing w ith their feet. "It was fun . It was hard because there isn't as much coordin a tio n in your feet as in your hands," sa id sophomore art student Don Po ole . The students also got to make p rints with plex i-gloss, embossing, batiks, and of course, the usual drawing of still life and oil pointing. Art 3 and 4 st udents hod the chance to point the Ca} TORN ADO ALERT ceiling tiles, which hos become on annual project. In P.E. classes, bowling was added to the many · different activities that the students participate in. "It was fun . I really enjoyed going bowling because it was something different to do in P.E.," said junior Lori Phelps. The girls did such activities as field hock ey, archery, flog football, soccer, softball and of course, physical fitness tests . On the other hand, boys played football, softball, basketball, wrestling , volle yball, weight lifting and conditioning and archery. " Guys do a good job of participating. They enjoy being in it. We try to open the gym to seniors in study hall this year," said P.E. teacher Marshall Schichilone. Senior Denise W hite lines up her ball on the arrows and lets it loose. P.E. classes were treated t o bowling at Brunswick . Selling and making custom-made buttons are funfi lled jobs for juniors Jennifer Ogg and Mario Papazian. Art/ P.E./89 S.A. Students Sample A.L. 90/ A.L. Classes For most students, the routine on school mornings included simply coming up to S.A. For some, however, it meant spending the morning (or at least part of it) down the hill at Abraham Lincoln High School. Were these students being untrue to their school? No . They were just Seniors Tim Keefe and M ike Mulvihill compare answers on their Calculus assignments before the first bell rings . enhancing their education by taking courses at A.L. that weren't available to them at St. Albert. The courses offered to seniors included Calculus and a two-period Advanced Chemistry course, in which students were able to spend mo re time on lab experiments. The ten stu- A bright-eyed bunch of sophomores is greeted b y M r. Worle y and their latest Driver's Ed ossignments. dents who took these courses seemed to benefit from them. As senior Mike Mulvihill said, "I'm glad to be able to go to AL. and be academically challenged ." While the upperclassmen were busy with their Bunsen burners, sophomores from St. Albert were being intraduced to the world of stop signs, signals, and the simulator in Driver Education classes. At the start of each semester a new crop of soon-to-be-liscensed drivers was subjected to the instructions of such memorable teachers as Mr. Worley, Mr. Forbes, and Mr. Stull. Taking a minute to get set far Calculus is senior Brad Jeffrey, while senior Denise White spends her time socializing. Dan Shaver's favorite part of Driver's Ed is spent in the simulator. How did the sophomores fee l about these teachers ? "Our class teacher was kind of ... off-beat," concluded Bill Smyth, after some conside ra tion . Matt Johnson decided that "Mr. Stull is the coolest of the bunch, whil e Mr. Forbes is the mellowest." A.l. Classes/ 9 1 Senior Tom Allmon ~hows the end of an "Olympic" throw on an Atlantic grappler ot the City Meet. 94/ Football St. Joseph pla yers stare into the face of a fierce Fa lcon defense . Senior Tom Martin ta kes a break fr om the Holy Name game to wa tch the actio n . 3i "u· ?G I..• MM 4 ... ! .. .. : . L:U 3 b Seconds tick off the scoreboard in the Falcon Homecoming victory over St. Joseph . In their first shutout of the year, the Falcon defense impressive ly crushed th e Chorg e rs. Junior Ed McGill sets up th e offense against AL. Coach Wahl and the rest of the sideline watch a tense moment in the Holy Name game. JV and varsity football : l st row: Mgrs. Al and Brian Scichilone, Jeff Shudak, Tom Oberdin, Matt Geier, Mark Petratis, Vince Rew, Rex Romano, Tom Martin, Fil Catania . 2nd row: Coach Dick Wright, Chris Fischer, Kelly Blum, Chris Feller, Pete Book, Jim Hawk, Tim Fields, Jeff Schmitz, Dom Catania, Ken Masker. 3rd row: Fred Roane, Brian Rohatsch, Chris Bowers, Dave Nielsen, Terry O'Grady, Bob Watkins, Scott Green, Joe Shaver, Dan Shaver. 4th row: Coach Marshall Scichilone, Scott Hoffman, Ken Warnke, Troy Holmberg, Leland Fox, Larry Ratigan, Mike Raes, Brian Osborne, Ed McGill, Tom Allmon. 5th row: Coach Rick Wahl, Mike Petratis, Steve Plummer, Sid Edelbrock, Ron Mueller, Jeff Alters. Third team • 1n history A thunderous cheer arose from the stands and balloons filled t he night sky as Ed McGill raced into the endz one . Only 4 0 se conds into t he Homecoming game against St. Joseph, the Falcons had a 7-0 le ad . The Falcons used a stifling defense and a mistake free offense to post a 3 1-0 win and ra ise their record to 7-0. To most people , including the players, it was a surprise to be undefe a t ed after seven games. Lewis Central, Lemars, and Boystown were the first three games on the schedule, and all of them were tough . The ne xt fo ur games were Falcon wins. Then came their regular season finale against A.L. It was a tight game, as A.L. took a 14-7 lead into the fourth quarter. The fourth qua rter contained 5 TD's, fo ur turnovers, a muffed onside kick a nd five unsportsman-like conduct penalties. A.L. had a 34-21 win when (continued on p. 97) Football/ 95 Sophomore Chris Fischer beats on AL defend- The JV defense prepares to turn bock the AL er to the corner and turns upfield. oHense. Frosh Aaron Walter eludes a rushing Cha rger as he scrambles out of the pocket. to make playoffs (continued from pg. 95) time expired, despite the loss; however, the Falcons made it to the state playoffs. The pairings pitted the Falcons against the Shenandoah Mustangs. Shenandoah ended the Falcons season and dreams of a trip to the Dome with a l 0-0 win on a rain-filled night. "I didn't know if we could g o through our first three games without a loss, but I felt we could make the playoffs from the beginning," said senior Mike Raes. 1984 is only the third time in school history in which a football team participated in the sta t e playoffs. Once ag ain t he JV. strugg led through a to ugh seaso n . The y finished with a 0-6 record, but tha t wasn't an indica tion of the talent o n the team. " Due to the lack of participants on the J.V. level our record suffered be yon d belief," said jun io r Vince Rew. The season was not a loss, as much valuable e xperience was gained. 2-3 was t he re cord of the Freshma n. The year was a learning o ne that ma de eve n more enjoyable with finding of suc cess. " Our team unit y carried us thro ugh the season, but we have the pot ential to rea ch greater heights in the fut ure," said freshman Doug Rew. Freshmen foo tba ll : 1st row: Doug Rew, Kirk Storm, Steve Martin , Je rry Lenihan, Mark Root, Hank Straka, Be n Butterfie ld , Ri cky Cox. 2nd row: Chris Jo nes, And y Bern er, Sco tt O 'Gra dy, Chris Yo ung, M att Buchana n, Chuck Th o rn, Mark Lookab ill , Steve Parker, Pa t Thompson . 3rd row: Coach Dick Wett engel, Rich Gre e n, Chris Hanafan, John Hassett, Don Disalvo, Jason Engler, Jon Joh nson, Dana Nielsen, Joe Tu rne r, Jeff Howard, Aaro n Walters, Coach Wayne Maclearn. Football/ 97 98/Volleyball In the T.J . tourney, the teom listen to coach Kate Witte . Senior Kim Branstetter sets for classmates Jacque Ratigan and Shelly Corbaley . Sophomore Stephanie Keefe and senior Barb Simon build an awesome "wall." "Best hitter," senior Chris Jeffrey, slams a middle down L.C. " MOVE YOUR FEET!" yells Kate Witte, while seniors Kim Branstetter and Shelly Corbaley watch the action. Olympians1 Saintes Dedication August, 1984, Los Angeles . America Watched Flo Hyman, Rita Crockett, Debbie Green, and the rest of the U.S. volleyball team roar to a silver medal. Watching these outstanding, dedicated athletes was a team of smaller talent and fame, but equal in dedication. One week after the U.S. lost to China in the gold medal round to claim the silver, the Saint Albert Saintes started two-a-day workouts. Like last year, the Saintes and coach Kate Witte began official practi ces of condit ioning and drills one week before school started. Even before this, many varsity players prepared by going to camps during the summer. Three sophomores and five seniors w ent to week-long camps at the University of N orthern Iow a in July. "Camp helped me physic ally prepare for the season. M ntally, it helped to improve my confidence in the skills of block:ng and hitting," said senior captain Chris Jeffrey. Jef - frey was named to first team All-City and was an honorable mention selection all-state. Five senior lettermen returned to a new offensive formation. Varsity volleyball: l st row: Kim Branstetter, Erico Nielsen, Mary Johnson, Joelle Corbaley, Lynne Murray, Amy H onaker. 2nd row: Coach Tracy Leinen, Shelly Corbaley, Chris Jeffrey, A m y Bremmer, Jacque Ratigan, Barb Simon, Stephanie Keefe, Coach Kate Witte. Volleyboll/ 99 l 00/Volleyball Cooch Mory Ann Rudersdorf encourages her freshmen at a breok between games. Juniors Norene Smith and Amy Honaker concen trate on their " ready position." Junior my Bremmer reaches for the spike as juniors Lynne Murray, Amy Honaker, Erica Nielsen, and sophomore Nancy Smith ove to co ver the hit. Junio r Lynne Murra y pass es to he r peppe r partne r in th e pre-game warm-up a ga inst Me rcy. "INll" cries junior Amy Bremmer. So phomore . Bo nni e Fic e k applauds he r luc k with the officials. J.V. Volleyball: l st row: Bonnie Ficek, Amy Bremmer, Nancy Smith, Lynne Murray, Melanie Miller. 2nd row: Kris White, Ann Romano, Norene Smith, Erica Nielsen, Amy Honaker, Ann Leber, Coach Tracy Leinen . Freshmen volleyball: l st row: Becky Ficek, Brenda Olson, Jill Pender, Jacque Slater, Amy Tobias, Beth Quigley. 2nd row: Mgr. Cindy Petratis, Karen Birusingh, Ronnie Martin, Mgr. Shelley Sondag. • • • A Common Bond ... called a 6-2. This formation w a s dif- feren-t fro m los "t ye ar' s 4 - 2 , be ca u se with the new, all could hit, even the setters. Sophomores Joelle Corbaley and Stephanie Keefe, a setter and hitter, respectively, added to the dimensions of the team. They were the first sophomores to play varsity in many years of the program. Corbaley's setting skills were so valuable t o the team that she wa s voted "best setter" by he r teammates. "It was kind of scary pla yin g with o ld er people and being only two sophomo res on the team, but I event ually fo und my place to best help the team. I was pleased to be voted best sette r; I hope I ca n improve more and more in the seasons t o come, " sa id Corbaley. Highligh ts of the s eas o n we re games against Glenwood and L.C. At Glenwood, the Saintes ra ll ied fro m a two game defic it to defe a t the Rammettes in five games. Aga inst L.C. , they played with fury, fi re , emotio n, and persistence in a losi ng eff ort of five games to the team with state ratings. "The record doesn't indicate individual improv eme nt," said Witte . Despite t he 6-12-2 record, the extra time and effort put forth to this season p ro ved to e a ch dedicated Sainte that thro ugh pe rseve rance, a separate victory could be won. New t o the rest of the program was J.V. coach Tracy Leinen, who desc ribe d the year a s "a growing experienc e ." J. V. finished at 3-9, Frosh at 3-6 with second year coach Mary Ann Rudersdorf. Volleyball/ l 0 l Leading the girls' team to four invitational titles this year was junior Jack ie Leggio. l 02/Cross Country Sophomore Don Simon strides to the top o f tn e hill at the A. L . Invitational. Freshman T im Shea is way ahead of the pock . Girls' Cross Country: l st row: Jeon Sillik, Kris Kinart, Terra Geiger, Barb Osborne. 2nd row: Ja ckie Leggio, Tracy Morris, Ali c ia McCoy, Mo ry Jo Ryon, Cooch Jo hn Sho rey . In close pursuit of se nio r Mory Jo Ryon is junior Kris Kinart. Boys' Cross Country: l st row: Mork Brisso, John VonScoy, Tim Shea, Fred Grote, Jim Freemon, Ron Borszcz. 2nd row: Cooch John Shorey, Mike Mulvihill, Ron Marshall, Tom Ryo n, Doug Epperso n, Don Simon . Young runners overcome problems How would you paraphrase this year's cross country season if you were the coach of a state qualifying girls' team and a hardworking boys' team? Well, Cooch John Shorey said, "It was another fun and memorable season . Both squads showed a lot of improvement and reached their potentia 1." These ore pretty modest statements considering he coached the best girls' team in Southwest Iowa and a promising young boys' team. The Falcons lost their top three runners to graduation, another to moving awa y, and were left with just two runners with varsity experience, only one of which was a letterman. Late in September, that letterman, sophomore Dan Simon, was lo st to a leg injury. Th e varsity was now down to freshman Tim Shea, sophomores Ken Fox and Ron Marshall, juniors Fred Grote and Ron Barszcz, usually finishing in that order. In t he conf erence meet, the Birds ran hard and it showed as their team finish was 2nd. Junio r Jackie Leggio led the Saintes to seven team titles with individual titles at AL. and Glenwood. Sophomore Barb Osborne always f inished in the top ten, as did freshman Jean Sillik. All season the Saintes dominated, with wins at Glenwood, A.L., Harlan, L.C., Shenandoah, Red Oak, and Conference . The Saintes ran hard for first p lace and a state meet appearance. Leggio, Osborne, and Sillik f inished in the top six to finish an outstanding year for the Saintes . Cross Country I l 03 - ernor--•• ~ 1 s reenson -......__ does -- .1 f~·roll layup ' ago nst if.J. · "'- l 04/Basketboll Sophomore Mark Heenan uses his dribbling technique to bring the boll down the court. Junior Vince Rew skies for a jump ball at a C.B. Fieldhouse. Varsity Boys Basketball: l st row: Coach Mike Kavars, Korey Culjat, Jeff Shudak, John O'Connor, Mork Heenan, Poul Steenson, Don Poole, Ron Marshall, Vince Rew, and assistant Coach Di ck Wettengel, 2nd row: Ken Fox, Steve Plummer, Gene Cannon, Lorry Ratigan, and Ed McGill Junior Ed McGill fights an L. C. opponent to put two more points on the board. Junior Jett Shudak is suspended in mid air after a perfect-form jump shot. Many Close Games but Fewer Wins The ball seemed to hang on the rim forever. In the background the buzzer sounded . At last the ball f ell through the hoop . Players jumped for joy; yet the prevailing feeling in the gym that night was dejection. Once again the Falcons had managed to lose a close ga me that could have easily been a win. This game happened to be a loss to Missouri Valley on a last second shot. Steve Plummer said, "We had a tendency to play down to the level of the opposition." This could possibly be attributed to the lack of experience on the team. Only fou r seniors were on the roste r: Plummer, Gene Cannon, Jack Smith and Paul St eenson, and of those only Plummer had seen any extensive varsity action. This gave ma ny of the younger players a lot of playing time . The t eam finished with an 8-12 record and lost to Red Oak in the first round of the play-offs for the third year in a row. But juniors Ed McGill and Jeff Shudak and sophomores Mark Heenan and La rry Ratigan saw a great deal of court action during the year. When asked his feelings about the team in the upcoming year, McGill said, "We should be ve ry good with a dominating inside game and strong guard play." Basketball/ I 05 Doug Rew shows his fru stra tio n as he sits the bench 1n a freshm a n game . Jun io r Ko rey Culjo t d o e s a p owe r-lay- up against a T.J. defende r. Junior Ed McGill fights for rebound position. Hock' Sophomore duo Ron Marshall and Ken Fox let a T.J. rebounder hove it. J.V. Boys Basketball: l st row: Coach Dick Wettengel, Chris Fischer, Korey Culjat, Matt Johnson, Jim Hawk, Jeff Gross, Leland Fox, John O'Connor, Dan Poole, and Vince Rew 2nd row: Ken Fox, Kevin McGinn, Dave K~ehler and Ron Marshall. 9th grade Boys Basketball: (A-team) I st row: Andy Berner, Mork Lookobill, Doug Rew, Aaron Wolter, Charley Thorn, 2nd row: Mgr. Jeff Howard, Matt Johnson, Chris Hanafan, Chris Hughes, Dana Nielsen, Jon Johnson , and Coach Wayne Maclearn. 14-0 J. v. Best Ever 1985 was the year of the J.V. Falcons. The junior birds flew to a 14-0 record. Sophomores Dan Poole and John O'Connor led the team in scoring while Ron Marshall and Ken Fox led the war under the boards. Even with this talent the team couldn't have reached such heights without sixth man Kevin McGinn. Only once were the Falcons seriously tested during the sea son - that being in a contest against Fr. Flanagan. It was a double-ove rtime thriller. Jim Hawk had a chance to win it in overtime, but his half-court shot , was a bit astray. The t e am struggled through two overtimes; then McGinn hit an off-balance jumper in the lane to clinch the victory. "We ne ver thought about being undefeated until we beat Flanagan. Then we realized we could be the best J.V. in school history," said t e ammates Leland Fox and Matt Johnson . The freshmen A team ha d a l 0-7 record while the B team finished the season a t 2-9. The frosh were a small team, so they relied mainly on their speed. The team wa s led throughout the season by Chris Hanafan and Jonathon Johnson. Boys Ba sketball/ I 07 l 08/Girls' Basket ball Girls' varsity: Steph Keefe, Maureen W ickham, Ann Petersen, Amy Geier, A nn Henderson, Amy H onaker, Erica N ielsen, Amy Bremmer, Jack ie Leggio, Jacque Ratigan, Mory Jo Ryon , Barb Simon, D o nn a Roan e, Bonnie Ficek. Ju nior Amy Bremmer looks f o r a turn-a-round. - Se ni o r guard duo Ja cque Ratiga n a nd M ary Jo Ryan clear th e lane o f Adettes from Farragut. Se ni o r guard Mary Jo Ryan jumps to block the shot of A. L.'s Jeanette Pearcy. In the first 5-on-5 game against Elkhorn, senior Barb Simon hits for two while teammates fight for position. Youth Doesn1 t 1 Break 1 Saintes With the resignation of assistant coach John Dalton in '84, three seniors, five lettermen, and one starter returning, and sophomores playing a large role in the season, the girls' basketball JV and varsity knew this season w ould be very different. Thrown in for added excitement was the games that would be played with 5-on-5 rules . Tom Lazure who in '84 was a junior high coach, ' came out of his short "retirement" to assume Dalton's position. A hard schedule, new coach, and little experience worked against t hem. But they never gave up. Inexperience needs only ex perience to cure itself, and t he Saintes took their lumps - winning only 2 of 22 games. One highlight of the season was a victory over Glenwood and a chance t o play in Vets' Auditorium, the site of the state tournament. With their hard work and determinat ion, the t eam matured - only to find itself playing its best games against e x cellent t ea ms - Harlan, Kuemper, and a 5-on-5 contest with Elkhorn. With any young t eam, there will be inconsistencies and weaknesses. Fortunately, t h e f utu re is always looking bright. Though nex t year's team will miss MVP M ary Jo Ryan, and Conzemius Contributors Jacque Ratigan and Barb Simon to graduation, their unselfishness with t he younger players will carry o n. They helped "break in" the syst em and the players. Girls' Basketball/ 109 110/Basketball J. V. Basketball: 1st row: Susan Ord, Ann Peter· sen, Me lissa Stidham, 2nd row: Bonnie Ficek, Andree Gene re ux, Ann Leber, Melanie Miller, Maureen Wickham, Kris White, Alicia McCoy, 3rd row: Coach Tom Lazure Sophomore Donna Roane reaches fo r the pass post a Glenwood guard . Freshman forward Jeon Sillik skies for a lay-up. In the J.V. 5-on-5 game with Elkhorn, sophomore Melonie Miller attempts a shot. Freshman Basketball: 1st row: Jean Sillik, Jill Pender, Koren Birusingh, Sue Gray, Becky Ficek, T erro Geiger, 2nd row: Mory Becker, Cindy Petrotis, Ronni Mortin, Connie Rovlin, Brenda Olson, Kathy Alters, Cooch Tracy Leinen Young Saintes Play 11Halfsies 11 Frosh and JV teams played "halfsies" this season. During the year, one week would be all 6-on-6 games, while the next some 5-on-5, some 6- on-6 games. First year coa ch Tracy Leinen guided her freshmen to a 4-9 "A" team record, with a 2-5 record in 5 man rules; the "B" team finished 6- 1 overall, with three wins in 5-on-5. JVers struggled this year, as many of the members of last year's 9-2 frosh team played on the varsity, leaving small numbers o n the JV. Some JV Saintes also were playing "halfsies" - part-time JV and parttime varsity. This usua lly meant do uble practices, and two ga mes. "It was confusing to switch back and forth to 5 game and 6 game rules, as it was learning two sets of plays fo r both teams. It was a good experience fo r me, though, " said sophomore fo rward Bonnie Ficek. The JV ended with a record of 8-7 , winning two of three 5-o n-'.) games. Most liked the faste r-paced style and teamwork involved with the 5-on-5 rules. "Next season will be fun, and easier because we won't have to switch back and forth. We are really looking forward to the changes and I think we'll do bette r next year than we did this year," said sophomore forward/point guard Maureen Wickham. Basketball/ 111 ~ . • l 12/Wrestling Junior Fred Grote thinks of ways to escape his entanglement. During the All City Wrestling Meet, senior Don Hoffman at I 38 pounds waits for the referee's consent. - Senior buddies Eric Petersen and Joe Shover Charging his opponent for a quick start is sentough e n each other up for a match. ior super-heavyweight Mike Roes. Sophomore Mott Geier appears to be ti ed up . Varsity and J. V. wrestling: 1st row: chee rleader Alyce Russell, Rick Cox, Honk Straka, Be n Butterfi e ld, Christion Jo nes, c he e rleader Cyndy Be rrimon. 2nd row: cheerleader Su Niebu r, Steve Mortin, Rich Green, Joe Sho ver, Mott Grier, Tim Fie lds, Je rry Le nihan, ch eerle ade r Connie Persinger. 3rd row: Cooch Marshall Scichilo n e, Troy Ho lmberg, Mike Ro es, Jason Engler, Cooch Dick Wrig ht. Freshman grappler Chris Jones ga ins varsity experience. Senior Leaders; 4 to Districts, 1 to State As the clock wound down and the score stood at 7-5, St. Albert fans, coaches and To m Allmon realized that he had just advanced to the second round of the State Wrestling T ournament. After sending four seniors to districts, the first time ever for St. Albert, senior Tom Allmon ( 155 lbs.) once again qualified for the State Tournament. Allmon as a junior also qualified, but this year advanced to the second round of the tournament . He wa s defeated though, a nd ended with a record of 23-4. Seniors Bob Watkins (1 6 7 lbs.), Brian Osborne (HWT) and M ik e Raes (SHWT) were the remaining three to qualify for districts. Their records of 14-11, 7-6 and 9-8 respectively, represent the importance of the seniors this year. " Senior leadership was a big part of the team. Everyone looked up to them for support and knowledge, " said sophomore Matt Geier. The team ended up with a dual re cord of 2-8 . They were plague d with injury and illness all season. Individual goals and e xpe ctations of each wrestle r were met in different degrees. As t he clock wound down and the score stood at 18-3, the Falcon Wrestling team's season ended as a whole with Allmon being defeated at state. "We started out having fun. Had a good time in the middle and ended up with fun . I'm looking fo rward to next year," said head coach Dick Wright. Wrestling/ 1 13 Junior Anne Olsen helps hand out helium balloons at the last Falcon football game. • The Saint Albert Varsity Cheerleading squad consisted of: (back row) Denise Walter, Pam Genereux, Connie Persinger; (second row) Su Niebur, Donna Stivers, Laura O'Gara; (first row) Vanessa Hollinger, Cyndy Berriman, Alyce Russell, and Penny Ramirez. Pam Genereux and Anne Olsen stand at allegience during the National Anthem. Cheering on the Falcon matmen this year were captain Cyndy Berriman, Alyce Russell, Su Niebur, and Connie Persinger. A Time For Change With the selection of the 1984-85 cheerleading squads came many changes ... like a new sponsor, no J.V. Squad, and resignations . The season started out with new Varsity and freshmen squads, but no J.V. squad. Why the change? There weren't enough girls that tried out to fill the positions of an eight girl J.V. squad and a twelve girl varsity squad. The decision was made to eliminate the J.V. squad and include the top ranking sophomore in the Varsity squad. Another change was starting out the year with a new sponsor, Mrs. Marilyn Leggio. Leggio brought with her many new changes and ideas. Leggio said, "I wish I had more time to devote to my job as sponsor. I feel a lot of changes are needed, and after working with it for a year, I feel the time is rig ht to make these changes." Early in the school year came senior captain Denise White's resignation, senior Donna Stivers was moved up to the captain's position and junior Cyndy Berriman was put in as co-captain. Alternate Anne Olsen replaced Den ise White . During the winter season came three more resignations, those of Mary Brotherton, Anne Olsen,,and Shell y Sondag. "Being a Varsity cheerleader is so much different than cheering m y freshman and J.V. years . It's so much different leading the crowd than just being one of the crowd. And even though we hit some rough spots, we pulled together," said junior Cyndy Berriman. Cheerleading/ l 15 116/ Pom Pon The squad shows its uniformity in perfecting another formation. Pommers show pizzazz as they add ribbons to spice up their basketball ro utine. A no th er original form ation is ex ecuted as the girl s perform to " Girls on Film." Junior Tammy Jones struts her stuff to the tune o f " Old Time Rock-n-Roll" by Bob Seger. Seniors Beth Larsen and Brenda Stokes pair up in a novelty to " Wak e Me Up Before You Go Go." Pommers focus on new ideas It was 7:00 A.M. on a Monday morning as the 1984-85 Porn-Pon squad began to assemble in the parking lot of the St. Francis Worship Center. This year's Porn-Pon squad started their season with not only new members, but also a much awaited new uniform and a new sponsor, Miss Joan Green . After seven weeks of practice at the Worship Center the dedication and hard work of the pommers paid off. Their routine to "Head o ver Heels" was judged best at the NCA Porn-Pon Camp held in August at Iowa State University. Thirty pom-pon squads tota lin g 300 girls fro m throughout the state of Iowa competed for awards and trophies while the y le arne d new individua l and team ro utines. In addition to the trophy for best t e am routine , the S.A. squad won the sweepstakes troph y for t he individual routines a nd receive d a purple ribbon for being o ne of the superior squads. Pomme rs pe rfected the ro utines th ey learned at camp and da zzled the audiences of the many footba ll and basketball games. This ye a r the pommers started a new tre nd, as the y pe rformed at a few wrestling ma t ches. Porn Pon/ 117 118/Golf Sophomore Mott Johnson steps bock to view senior Chris Bowers' swing . Invitational successes; Youth was strength While the boys' golf team maintained strong finishes in invitationals and duals, the girls' team strength was youth. In duals, the boys finished with a 5-2 record. They did well in invitationals, also - 4th at C.B. Invitational, 3rd at Lewis Central's Lakeshort Invitational, 2nd at the City Meet, and l st in the Nebraska Centennial Conference - for the fourth year in a row. They won second place in sectionals, but in Districts, they missed going to state by one stroke. Senior Paul Steenson won the Bert Flack MVP for the third consecutive year, and junior Darrin Martin shared the MVP honor with Steenson. The girls had a 2-6 record in duals, but were 6th in the T.J. Invitational a nd 2nd at the City Meet. Youth was a majo r emphasis on their season - four of the five varsity members were fres hmen, the other a sophomore . Co ach Al Sherby said, "For a group just starting out, I thought the y did exceptio na lly well at the City M eet a nd especially against Treynor." Sophomore Melanie Miller had the best finish at sectionals, with fourth place . The team voted freshman Ronni lv\artin the team's most valuable golfer. "Mr. Be rt Fla ck," junior Darri n Mortin, the tea m's co-MVP, shows his medalist form . So phomore Joh n O'Co nno r takes a practice swin g before smocking t he boll down the fairway. As he pre pores to drive the bo ll , sophomore Mott Johnson drows bock his club . Golf/ 119 ---------------- 120/ Track Sophomores Ken Fox and Mike Ma sk er prepare their shoes and socks for their events. ·Senior miler Joe Shaver checks his spik es before running. ------ Senior Dom Catania begins his turn with the baton as Mike Petratis fin ishes his. Senior Mike Fischer waits for the gun to begin the 3200m relay. Two legs of the state qualifying 3200m relay team, seniors Ken Masker and Dom Catania, have a clean exchange of the baton. Varsity boys' track: 1st raw: Ron Barszcz, Jim Freeman, Mike Masker, Aaron Walter, Tim Shea, Chris Jones, Mark Brisso, John Van Scoy. 2nd raw: Coach Ken Mehsling, Chris Fischer, Doug Rew, Ken Masker, Dave Fischer, Pat Thompson, John Hassett, Mike Petratis. 3rd raw: Karl Rohling, Vince Rew, Dom Catania, Fil Catania, Kelly Blum, Dana Nielsen, Brian Osborne, Doug Epperson, Troy Holmberg, Terry O'Grady, Ken Fox, Jeff Alters, Jon Johnson, Mike Fischer, Dale Fischer, Coach Wayne Maclearn. Broken records Track • • • a • 1ump ahead The SA girls' and boys' track teams were a jump above everyone else this season, with sophomore Ken Fox setting a new school high jump record with a jump of 6' 4 V2" and freshman Terra Geiger setting a Shenandoah meet record of 5'3" in the high jump. Geiger was not the only Sainte setting records this season, howe ver. Senior Denise White broke the school l 00 meter hurdle s in a time of 15 .85 seconds, then classmate Chris Jeffrey broke it again, in 15.76. The shuttle hurdle relay team of Beth Larsen, Nancy Smith, Wh ite , a n d Jeffre y broke a meet record and the school record with a time of l :09.46 and again shattered that record a t the next meet with l :06.44. These new shuttle hurdle school reco rd ho lders were Larsen, Smith, Geige r, and White . While the Saint es have their share of records, the Falcons boa sted Tom Martin with a school re cord in the 400 met er hurdles wit h 59.8 seconds. At the city meet, the Saint e s pull ed away to win it by two points over AL. (continued on p . 123) Track/ 12 1 122/ Girls' Track Freshman Becky Ficek shows off a puppy to junior Erica Nielsen and sophomo re Penny Ram irez during a break in a meet. Sophomore Stephanie Kee fe struggles t o catch an L.C. runner in the open 400. • • 1985 Girls' track : 1st row: Chris Jeffrey. 2nd row: Terra Geiger, Ann Petersen, D e nis e White, Barb Osborne, Penny Ramirez, Josephine Tobi as. 3rd row: Jean Sillik, Joelle Corbaley, Ann Leber, Susan Gra y, Be cky Fi cek, Laurie Nettles, Beth Larsen, Erica Nielsen. 4th row: Coach John Shorey, Nancy Smith, Lisa Claussen, Stephanie Keefe, Bonnie Fi cek, Mary Jo Ryan, Jackie Leggio , Jenny Holder, Coach Kate Witte, Alicia McCoy. Fres hm a n Je a n Sillik leads her o p ponents around the cu rve. Soph omore Nancy Smith and frosh Terra Geiger compete in the 400 hurdles. (continued from p . 121 ) The Saintes also finished first in five other meets. The Falcons track team finished first at the Bob Evans Relays at Logan this year and came in fourth at the city meet. But the highlight of the season was sending Ken Fox in the high jump and the 440 relay team of Scott Green, Vince Rew, Chris Fischer, and Rex Romano to Drake Relays in Des Moines. Although the Falcons did not place, the 440 relay team had a time of 46 .0, and Fox jumped 6'3". "It seems all the other teams were a lot tougher all around this year compared to last year," said junior Rex Romano. The state meet marked the culmi - nation of the track seasons, as both teams sent their qualifying members from districts - the Saintes on May 24 and 25, and the Falcons a week later. Geiger held the girls' best showing at state with a third place finish in the high jump, while Leggio was the top qualifier, enabling 'herself to be in three e vents . While Jeffrey qualified for state in the open l 00 hurdles, she didn't make the finals. Among the teams that made the trip were: the two m ile relay ( Stephanie Keefe, Barb Osborne, Jean Sillik, and Leggio); the district-winnin g m ile relay (Keefe, Smith, Joelle Corbaley, and Leggio) who placed seventh; and the shuttle hurdle relay, also placing seventh. On her own, Leggio finished eighth in her district-winning open 800 run. The guys sent the two mile relay team (Tom Martin, Dom Catania, Mike Fischer, and Ken Masker) who placed fifth in state, and district win - ners Green, Romano, Ter ry O'Grady, and Rew for the 880 relay, which placed seventh. Fischer also qualified for the open 880, but did not run due to a pulled muscle from the two mile relay . Gir ls' Trock / 123 124 Sophomore Barb Osborne and frosh Jean Sillik warm up for t he 1 SOOm run. Junior Jackie Leggio reaches f or the end of the pit during the long jump. .. Senior long jumper Scott Green soars through the air. Soph Ken Fo x reaches new heights in the high jump. Fox broke the school record of 6' 4" by 3..4 of an inch. Concentrating on his victory is senior Mike Fischer. Senior Scott Green bursts out of the blocks . 125 126/Tennis Girls' varsity a nd JV t ennis: (on ground) Jody Schmitz, l st row : Julie McCo y, Dawn Rickard, Jenny Buckley, Cheryl Carlson. 2nd row: Andrea Genereux, No rene Smith, T ereso Andress, Jannette Burke, Ch ris Schmitz, Jennife r Ogg . 3rd row: Cooch Mory Ann Rudersd orf, Pam Genere ux, Shelly Corboley, Borb Simon. Coaches Rude rsdorf and West discuss strategies against Glenwo od. Sophomore Dave Koehler follo ws through his baseline stroke . During o tough doubles motch, senio r Shelly Corbaley backhands a Denison serve . So ph do ubles partners Chris Slater and Mark Petratis warm up t o an o ther victory. Boys' varsity and JV: Rich Gre en, Chad McDermott, Dave Koehler, Tom Eberhard, Mark Petratis, Don Jobro, Coach Sterling West, Chris Slater. Tennis teams grow • • 1n size Girls' tennis team met this season with much optimism and experience. The Saintes had five returning letterwinners to lead them to a 5-4 match record. There were also many more younger girls on the JV, but most of their matches were rained out. Boys' tennis continued to grow not only in experience but also in size . 1985 is the first year under head coach Sterling West that S.A . was able to have a complete JV team. Their matches we re few in number like the girls', but much more experience was gained. The varsity boys came into the season with much e xperience, and continued to gro w through the season despite their 2-5 record . Their best pe rforma nc e wa s at districts, where the t eam missed third place by two points, na rrowly missing a team state qualifying berth . Junior Tom Eberhard, S.A. 's number one singles, earned fo r the se cond year in a row a chance to go to state by placing second in singles a t the district meet. As for the team's MVP, the boys picked Eberhard for the second yea r, and Shelly Corbaley and Pam Ge ne reux shared the MVP trophy. Tennis/ 127 ' 128/ Basebal l Sopho more catcher Tim Fields a nnounces t o the infield the out co unt. Senior Gene "Mil k man" Cannon delivers the pitch for the opponent. Soph pitcher Jim Hawk gets some advice from student co ach Dennis Lawlor. Frosh Chris Ha nafan a pplies th e ta g to a n A.L. ba serunner. Varsity baseball: l st row: Jim Hawk, Matt Johnson, Jeff Shudak , Tom Martin, Tom McVey, Chris Fischer, Steve Martin . 2nd row: Darrin Martin, Korey Culjat, Larry Ratigan, Gene Cannon, Steve Plummer, John O'Connor, Tom Oberdin. JV baseball: l st row: Doug Rew, Steve Martin, Andy Berner, Mark Lookabill, Matt Johnson. 2nd row: Jim Hunter, Dan Shaver, Chris Hanafan, Jeff Gross, Tom Eberhard, Charlie Thorn, Tim Fields. Falcons return with power A surprising varsity full of juniors, sophomores, and freshmen finished 23-20 last year, their last defeat coming to Johnston, the eventual 2A champion, in sub-state. Now in the spring of '85, 11 people return, 8 of them starters at one time or another, for a promising summer for the ex· perienced squad. Leading them is senior Steve Plummer, who hit .424 last year, nine home runs, and was a leading pitcher. Other seniors are catcher Tom Martin, who hit .317, shortstop T o m McVey, who hit .3 2 7 , pit cher/ o utfielder Gene Cannon, and outfi e lder Tom Oberdin. As of presstime, the Falcons are 3- 1, with two wins over T.J. H ead coach Rick Wahl sees the t eam's strength as depth in pitching and the overall • depth of the infield. Baseba ll / 129 130/Softboll Juniors Honaker, Bremmer, a nd Geier root from the bench as port of th e "Amy section ." Co och Kovo rs shows his " K" form during batting practice before a game. Varsity softball: 1st row: Barb Simon, Jackie Leggio, Deanna Gross, Maureen Wickham, Julie Wasinger, Amy Honaker, Ann Henderson . 2nd row: Coach Mike Kavars, Amy Geier, Jenny Poole, Ronni Martin, Amy Bremmer, Shelly Corbaley, Donna Roane, Kathy Horan. JV softball: 1st row: Terra Geiger, Steph Keefe, Nancy Smith, Joelle Corbaley. 2nd row: Coach Don Schwartz, Jean Sillik, Kris White, Lynne Murray, Connie Ravlin, Chris Martin, Mary Becker. Coach, shirts, people add to softball One new aspect of softball - uniform tops. Head coach Mike Kavars found the funds to buy gray, green, and gold colored shirts, dif f erent from the solid yellow with green lettering the school has had since the beginning of the program. Also new was the JV coach who replaced Sherri "Whiz" Wehr, Don Schwartz. At presstime, the team had a bake sale to raise the m oney for a net batting cage, similar to the one seen at the Dowling Tournament. An annual event, Dowling High School in Des Moines sponsors an all-Catholic school tourney held in late May. Soph Maureen Wickham gained pitching experience against Fort Dodge in t he first game of the season and it was also her first attempt at pitching. Sophomore Do nn a Roa ne talks he r game pla n with Gene Ko ehler, volunteer pitching coach. Junior catcher Julie Wasinger digs o wild pitch out of the dirt a ga inst Essex . Softba ll / 131 Matt Johnson ( l 0) works on Geometry in Mrs. Wiegman's class. Freshmen Chad McDermott, Dennis Christiansen and Matt Johnson (9) dress nerdish during Homecoming week. Will the real Matt Johnson please stand up? This is the story of Matt Johnson, I mean, Matt Johnson, I mean Matt Johnson the sophomore, not the freshman. Johnson ( 1 0) is a student here at St. Albert. His full name is Matthew Micheal Johnson. The other Johnson is also a student here. He is a Freshman. His full name is Mathew Craig Johnson. The name Johnson is a real common one. It probably always will be . The name Matthew is Biblical, so it is also common. Although it is ironic that the two names are put together, and the two students are t o gether in the same school. This is real confusing sometimes. For ex ample, even the attendance list can get complicated. " Somet imes if Mrs. Johnson calls in for her son and we forget to 132/ Features ask which Johnson, we have to hunt the name down so we can print it correctly on the attendance list," Lois Hemmingsen said . Could you imagine the confusion it would be, if you thought you heard someone talking about you; but it really wasn't you . "I overheard how much this ugly girl liked me and I did everything to avoid her. I was really embarrassed and relieved to find out that it was the other Matt Johnson," Johnson ( 10) said . One of Johnson's ( 1 0) hobbies is playing baseball . Well, this is true for Johnson (9) too. In fact they ended up on the same team one spring. "The coach would yell, 'Johnson up on deck,' and we'd both stand up," Johnson ( 10) said . Students Today; Servicemen Tomorrow After high school, everyone hopes to "be all that they can be." Three seniors at St. Albert, though, plan to take that advertising slogan seriously. During the summer of '85', Mike Platt, Tony Goeser, and Joe Shaver will each leave to go to his assigned place for basic training in one of the military services. Platt will leave for Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Tex as, on July 9, for basic training . He will be there for six weeks and then go to Kessler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, for twelve weeks of tech school. Goeser, who is already participating in some Marine activities on the weekends, will leave for basic training in San Diego, California, sometime after graduation. He will be with the Brovo-Fox Company which is a motor transport troop. The Navy is where Shaver has chosen to spend his nex t eight years after graduation. He will leave for basic training in the Great Lakes of Michigan sometime in mid-September. All three men have their reasons for joining the services and leaving their lives and families in Council Bluffs . Platt claims his interest in the Air Force is due largely from his dad's influence. He is an Air Force veteran. Goeser was also influenced by his family . His brother is a Marine, but Goeser has also been involved with them for many years and knows that joining is the right step for him to tak e. "I didn't want to go to coll ege so I jo ined the Navy," said Shaver. Pre-M atch rituals motivates Allmon As the clock approaches thirty seconds in the second period of the one hundred and thirty-eight pound match, senior Tom Allmon, dressed in black sweats and a Mickey Mouse shirt, begins his warm-up. Stretching, wetting down his body, having his upper body joints cracked by his brother Dave Porter and mental preparation begins the many of Allmon's superstitions . Within thirty seconds of the one hundred and fifty-five pound match, Allmon, with his pink socks and green knee pad half off his left k nee, kneels and begins to pray. His name is called . He waits at the edge of the mat until his opponent steps on first. They approach the inner circle and he waits for his opponent to designate himself first. The referee says "shak e hands" and Allmon does so without glancing up . He then begins what can be called his 'technique' that has led him to be a two-time state qualifier in High School Division 2A. "I' m a very superstitious wrestler. My superstitions mean nothing to anybody else but me . The superstition that I believe in most is not actually a superstition - it's my belief in God," said Allmon . Allmon has been wrestling since he's been in the 5th grade . He took first in state freestyle in the summer of his sophomore year. This qualified him for a Zone Tournament. It consisted of the top two wrestlers of five area states competing against one another in which he placed second. At St . Albert, Allmon comprised a rec o rd of 65- l 3 on the varsity level. H e was a three ye ar letter w inner and as a senior, was captain of the wrestling team . He w as a two-time Centenni a l Conference Champ and p laced in the t o p three of every tournament as a varsity grappler. H e went o n and placed first both his junior and senior year at the sectional and district meet. "The kid I wrestled when I was a senior at districts was 27-1 and he already beat me in the Audobon Tournament. My record was only 23-3 and I beat him 7-4. It was the best match of my high school career," said Allmon . At the state tournament in Des Moines, Allmon, as a junior, was pinned in first round action. His senior year, he advanced to the second round where he was beaten . He missed a wrestleback when in the closing seconds of the match, McEowen from Cedar Rapids LaSalle (the wrestler who defeated Allmon) was taken down and gave up the match winning points to a three-time state place winner. Throughout Allmon's high school wrestling career, most of his technique and mental training were done through home training with his older brother, Tony . During his junior year, assistant coach Tim Pierson worked with him individually and taught him the attitude and the aggression for winning - not 1osing. " He taught me to be the mental t ype of wrestler that doesn't accept defeat," said Allmon . During his senior year, Tony went away to college and Pierson left for the marines. "My biggest mental barrier this year was not having Tony and Tim there . It affected me the whole season e x cept at the end when at least one, T o ny, was there," said Allmon . After graduation, Allmon plans to wrestle at University of Nebraska at Omaha and go into the field of criminal justice. His goal is t o be an AllAmerican (top eight in the nation) in Division II. "It's hard lea v ing high school's closeness of at hletics and go ing t o a school you don't even k now. Coach Denn y has m ade m e aware of what U .N .O . consist s of and what I have t o achieve and accom - plish alo ng wit h my person al goals," said Allmon. Features/ 133 F R E s A Freshman In Blue H M E What do you tell a kid who stands five feet tall, weighs 75 pounds and is sick of getting picked on by the class bullies? This is a question that the parents of freshman Hank Straka had to think about. They felt that something along the lines of self-defense might be the answer. The next thing he knew, Straka was enrolled in a judo class sponsored by the Council Bluffs J udo Association . His instructor, Lou Carta, got Straka started and inspired him, as Carta was a blackbelt himself. Straka started as a white belt like everyone else; being low man on the totem pole isn't easy! The belt ran ks vary in colo rs as the person progresses in judo . In order to move up to a higher belt, a person must earn ten degrees. Degrees are earned by how well a person performs in tournaments and other matches. After a person has earned enough degrees to advance, he must take a fourpage, 300-400-question test. Straka spends many hours studying judo books to learn the correct spelling and pronunciation of the Japanese words for each throw. For e xample, "mata" means "stop", "laganae" means "go", and "sienogie" N I 1----1 ------- Kat hy A lfers M ory Becker Andy Berner Koren Birusingh Mork Brisso I I I Matt Buchanan Jenny Buckley Ben Butterfield Barb Carlin Cheryl Carlson I I I Dennis Christiansen Kevin Claussen Trisha Corbaley John Crowley Jeanne Dalton 136/Freshmen I I I Sean Davis Tin a DeChant Dan Disalvo Jason Engler Becky Ficek '- [ describes the type of throw being executed. As one can see, memorizing words that can't even be pronounced wouldn't be easy. Over the past two years, Straka has participated in several tournaments in Iowa . Among the places he has gone are Waterloo, Des Moines, Norfolk, and Sioux City. The tournaments are usually every week to two weeks. Straka competes against five or six opponents in every tourney. The mat used is official wrestling size, and there is usually more than one match going on at a time. All in all, Straka feels that getting involved in judo has been a great learning experience. He's learned to defend himself, and he has learned a lot about self-discipline . He especially likes judo because it is one sport that doesn't require size or strength to win; just coordination, quickness, and cunning. Straka would like to win sectionals in Des Moines and bring home a first-place trophy in his class . Later, Straka would like to teach and coach judo. Since he is a blue belt already, Straka seems to be well on his wa y to reaching his goals. I I I Te rra Geiger Je nny Geist Sue Gray Rich Gre en Ch ris Hanafan I I I Jo hn Hassett Amy Helms Jeff Howard Chris Hughes Rob Hunter I I I Jonathan Jo hnson Matt Joh nson Chris Jones Jon Larsen Jerry Len ihan I I I Mark Lo oko bill Steve Mortin Ronnie Martin Chad McDermott Julie McCoy I I Freshmen/ l 37 F R E s H M E Freshma n boys pyramid comes tumblin' down . N I 1 r---1 ------ Nancy McPartland David Meyerring John Miller Tracy Morris Jenny Murray I I I Dana Nielsen Stacy Oberdin Maureen O'Gara Scott O'Grady Brenda Olson I I I Tracy Owe n Steve Parker Jill Pender Cindy Petratis Beth Quigley I I I Lynn Quinze Connie Ravlin Jenny Rethmeie r Doug Rew Dawn Rickard 138/ Freshmen ( Grea t thrills of high scho o l - Physical Science and e xpe riments. Enjoying their beanie-weenies are freshmen Shelly Sondag and Ja cqui Slater. I l l Mark Root Melodie Schlautman Jody Schmitz Tim Shea Jean Sillik I I I Jacqui Sloter Shelly Sondag Kirk Storm Honk Straka Pot Thompson I I I Charlie Thorn Amy Tobias Josephine Tobias Gino Tolliver Joe Turner I I I John Von Scoy Aaron Walter Chris Young David Zimmerman I I Freshmen/ 1 39 so p Sophs Redefine Spirit H 0 "Vigor, liveliness, state of mind ." This is how the dictionary defines spirit. There is a group of students here at $.A. fitting this definition to the fullest. It's the sophomore class of 1987, who this past basketball season proved how much spirit "we" have . Take the junior varsity game vs. Father Fla~agan, a double overtime thriller that had the crowd on its feet most of the game. Another good example is all of the pep rallies where almost all of the boys are standing all of the time and the girls some of the time . The band plays a big factor in the spirit. Chris Fischer said of them, "The band played a major role in increasing the enthusiasm of the fans. We ' d like them to play at every game ." This was especially true toward the end of the season when the band, led by George Kippley, developed the "Indian Cheer" in which the crowd would erupt with whoops and yells and pound on the bleachers. The girls basketball game against M 0 R E s 11-1 ------- Michelle Blizzard Theresa Burkey Jeon Carlin Steve Carlson Joelle Corboley I I I Gene Cox Maureen Daly Som Disalvo Solly Eberhard Stuart Edelbrock I I I Lisa Evers Chris Feller Bonnie Ficek Tim Fields Chris Fischer I I I Dove Fischer Ken Fox Leland Fox Mott Geier Andrea Genereux 140/Sophomores AL. was a place where the pride of the sophs was hurt. It developed into Hawaii night but encountered some opposition from administration on the style of dress. Bill Smyth said, "On Hawaiian night, anything should be o .k." Another incident was a pep rally in which the bo1s were standing and being enthusiastic when Mr. Jaworski asked them to sit down. Sports is not the only area where much spirit and togetherness is displayed. At plays, you will always see a sophomore in the crowd. There was a good deal of support shown for the five members of the class who were inducted in NHS. So what is the reason for all of th is rowdiness and enthusiasm? One would have to say the reason for it is we just want to have fun . Perhaps that gets out of hand at times though . Several teachers feel they should keep the loudness on the court and out of the classroom. So next year, at a football or volleyball or basketball game, you hear some loud cheering, chances are it will be the "juniors" . I - ------111 Mike Gillett Jeff Gross Julie Gubbe/s Molly Hannan Jim Hawk I I I Mark Heenan Jenny Holder Troy Holmberg Angel Howlett l<ent Hyde I I I Don Jobro Mott Johnson Stephanie Keefe Dove Koehler Jon Koenig 11 I Kari Larsen Amy Marshall Ron Marshall Mike Masker Alicia McCoy Sophomores/ 14 1 s 0 p H 0 M 0 R E s Ann Leber points out something terrifying to long time friend Melanie Miller. 11-1 ------ Kevin McGinn Kris Michal Brian Miller Melanie Miller Ron Mueller I 11 Matt Mullin Dan Murray John O'Connor Barb Osborne Sue Ord I 11 Ann Petersen Mark Petratis Dan Poole Penny Ramirez Tricia Rangel I I I Larry Ratigan Donna Roane Brian Rohatsch Ann Romano Tom Ryan 142/Sophomores "I think my hair is a little longer than yours now1" explains Ann Petersen to Ron Mueller. Larry Ratigan reads the ingredients of a Coke can to entertain Mark Petratis and Ron Marshall at the Yearbook Signing Dance. -------111 .. Jodi Ryba Dan Shaver Dan Simon Chris Slater Nancy Smith I I I Bill Smyth Angie Stander Melissa Stidham Anne Thompson Kris White I I I Maureen Wickham Dawn Zimmerman Sophomores/ 143 J u N A Sainte to the Top by Lisa Skow The biggest decision I've ever had to make was whether to be a Sainte all the way to the top, or a Jacket inside-and-out. I 0 REarly in the 1984 school year, I transferred to Thomas Jefferson. In case you're all wondering what it was like, T.J. was quite different from St. Albert. For one fhing, the size of the student body was gigantic compared to that of S.A. When I first went there, I had the hardest time learning my way around . I don't know how many times I went to the corner to wait for a bus, S Teresa Andress Ron Barszcz Susi Bartholomew Cyndy Berriman Kamala Birusingh 144/ Juniors I 11 Kelly Blum Theresa Book Amy Bremmer Jeanette Burke Fil Catania I I I Lisa Claussen Korey Culjat Tom Danala Tom Eberhard Dale Fischer I I I Jean Fox John Francis Jim Freeman Amy Geier Tonia Geiger when actually I only live seven blocks from T.J. Next came the decision of what to wear to school each day. It wasn't like putting on a plaid skirt was normal there . I soon got used to blue jeans and tennis shoes. Probably the biggest adjustment I had to make was the way I talked. I had to change my sarcastic attitude . I remember one day I said, "I'm lookin' real cute today," and a girl next to me called me conceited . It took awhile for me to get used to the students, but I think it took even longer for them to get used to me . When I began to feel comfortable, I I I school was a lot of fun . I enjoyed class time . There wasn't anyone to make fun of me, we all made fun together. This is an experience I will long remember, simply because I learned from it. I thought the people there would be real low lifes, but I was wrong. No matter what kind of person you are, you have good qualities and bad ones. When my dad found out that I had transferred, he was absolutely furious. He swore he'd never forgive me. Eventually I think he did. Many people think highly of S.A., and my dad is one of them. He says you can't get a better education and the staff is e xcellent. He's right as usual. I was aware of my parents' disappointment so I promised to come back. I don't know how most people felt when I left S.A., but I found out who my true friends were when I returned. I met a lot of terrific people at T.J. It's nice to have friends at both schools. When I went to T.J., I had mostly laughs and good times. What's more important, a good education or a good time? Academics is the main issue of school and, for me, it's easier to concentrate at S.A. T.J. did teach me a variety of things. Most improtantly, they taught me how to be myself. - ------111 Theresa Gier Phil Gillett Fred Grote Steve Hansen Ann Henderson 11 I Scott Hoffman Amy Honaker Sue Hotz Jim Hunter Michelle Johnson I I I Tommy Jones Kris Kinart Jackie Leggio Darrin Martin Kris Martin 11 I Kim Mauer Ed McGill Sue McDona ld Karen Menges Mike Miller Juniors/ 145 J u N I 0 R _ s Wild-n-crozy was the theme of the day, as junior girls gather in the Home Ee room during lunch. I 11r---------= 146/ Juniors Lynne Murray Scott Nelson Lourie Nettles Su Niebur Erica Nielsen I 11 Jennifer Ogg Anne Olsen Mario Papazian Connie Persinger Lori Phelps I 11 Vince Rew Karl Rohling Re x Romano Alyce Russell Cris Schmitz I I I Jomes Sebghoti Jeff Shudok Norene Smith Dove Smyth Debbie Sondag Drivers' Ed skills proved useful to Erica Nielsen and Amy Bremmer when they changed Kate McGinn's tire on the way to NWMSU. Plans for prom progress as Gigi Varner, Fil Catania and Fred Grote discuss possible band choices. --= ---------,11 I Steve Suden Betsy T amisiea Kris Thomas Shirley Tobi as Michelle Turn er I I I Gigi Varner Julie Wasinger Mike Zimmerman 111 During a hot, spring afternoon, students take a siesta in the Spanish room. In April and May, temperatures were in the 80s. Juniors/ 147 Fischer takes farm crisis to heart Among the many decisions that seniors must make, the ultimate one is what to do with their lives. This year, for one particular senior, that decision has been exceptionally tough. For practically all of his life, Andy Fischer has wanted to be a farmer. His father, his father's father·and everyone else down the line has lived the farm, life. "I've always thought of farming as the best way to live and the best way to raise a family," said Fischer about his future occupation. Fischer has decided to attend Northwest Missouri State University this fall to study for two years. If things get worse with the farm crisis, he can always go two more years and study something else . After his first two years are completed, Fischer would like to return to the Neola area and rent land close to his dad's and his brothers' property . This way they can share machinery and keep his debt smaller. After visiting his banker, Fischer decided to rent about 400 acres of land to spread out his debt. He will have to borrow $80,000 just to get the crop in the ground. This loan will have to be paid off in one year. After that, Fischer will need his own machinery, but he can finance that for three years. "It's a big risk, but if you don't risk losing it all you don't get the chance of getting it all," replied Fischer when asked if he was afraid of losing the money. "It is frightening knowing that the weather could ruin the whole crop and set me back $80,000," said Fischer. As one can imagine, the farm life is 148/Seniors not an easy one. Sometimes a farmer has to work 24 hours a day just to get a crop out; he might not be able to see his family for days. Studies have shown that farming is the most stressful occupation there is. Fischer believes that even though the job is rough and a lot of time goes into it, it's still worth it. He believes that there is nothing better than the outdoors and a good piece of land. "I'm not going to think 'if'. There are a lot of things in the U .S. that people don't need, but they will aways need food," said Fischer when asked about the current farm crisis. A fter m aking on early-mornin g delivery, senior Andy Fischer brin gs a piece o f the form t o school with him as he st eps out of the famil y groin truck . Steenson is surprised with a V ._..flmaalloon-a-grom. Jeff Alters T om A llmon Pete Book Chris Bowers s E N I 0 R s Kim Branstetter Deb Brockelsby Mory Brotherton Patricio Buchanon Seniors/ 149 s E N I 0 R s 150/Seniors Gene Connon Shelly Corboley Sid Edelbrock Doug Epperson Andy Fischer Mike Fischer LuAnn Fox Shelly Fox Senio r Chris Jeffrey and sophomo re s Ann Leber and Jenn y Holder buddy up during a break at a track meet. Senior chefs Mike Petratis, Ken Masker, and Don Hoffman demonstrate their expert cooking skills in Foods class. Senior Jenny Poole tries to make it to her next class without having her skirt fall off. She was skirtless by the end of the day. Pa m Ge nereux To ny Goeser Scott Gre en Deanna Gross Don Hoffman Vanessa Hollinger Ka thy Horan Tom Horan Seniors/ 151 s E N I 0 R s 152/Seniors Gino Jobro Brod Jeffrey Chris Jeffrey Mory Johnson Tim Keefe Julie Krupicka Beth Larsen Jenny Lehnen Senior Denise White performs a miracle - doing homework on a moving bus. On their lost day of Art class, seniors Lori Sundrup, Don Hoffman, and Beth Larsen display their graduation gifts. Peggy Lenihan Tom Martin Ken Masker Kate McGinn Tom McVey Mike Mulvihill (and Tim Keefe) Dave Nielsen Lisa Nordstrom Seniors/ 153 s E N I 0 R s 154/Seniors Terry O'Grody Tom Oberdin Louro O'Goro Brion Osborne Eric Petersen Mike Petrotis Mike Plott Steve Plummer I Senior Gene Connon lights the candles during the junior-senior retreat moss. Seniors Donna Stivers and Mory Suden keep busy at Doto Processing. Senior Pete Book shores a dance with his dote at the 1985 Prom. Je nny Poole Pot Pursell Mike Roes Aliso Rangel Jacque Ratigan Fred Roane Mory Jo Ryon Jeff Schmitz Seniors/ 155 s E N I 0 R s 156/Seniors Joe Shover Ellen Sillik Barb Simon Jack Smith Tom Snook Paul Steenson Donna Stivers Brenda Stokes Mariann Suden Lori Sundrup Michelle Tighe Dove To bias Senior Dave Tobias, a three-year National Honor Society member, puts up the names of the newly inducted members in the cafeteria . An exuberant bunch of St. Albert students show their spirit at a Falcon basketball game. Senior Janine Zimmerman relaxes in the morning sunshine during her Study Hall. Matt Wise Kathy Wright Janine Zimmerman Karen Vanderloo Denise Walter Bob Watkins Denise White Junior Darrin Martin listens as senior Mary Brotherton asks a question about their Trig assignment. Seniors/ 157 Hours Outside the Classroom Hectic schedules, missed dinners, extra hours in college, workshops, and camps, and not seeing the family are only some of the many difficulties encountered by many S.A . teachers. Besides preparing for classes, correcting papers, and helping students after class, many members of the S.A. faculty put in time to help with the many extracurricular activities of their students. One may wonder why these teachers choose to become involved rathGiving a little extra er tha n just go home a nd take it easy aft er at least an ei g h t h our day. " There are so many sports at S.A. tha t I think that the te achers should take their part in coaching t hem," said Virgie Oatman, "I also enjoy volleyball. I like watching it and pla ying it myself," she added. One teacher felt that participation in extracurriculars was ... "part of the job and an outlet for me," said Terry Dolnicek. "If I had to spend all my time in the classroom, I wouldn't Wiley Brings Lile Experiences Into Classroom You've got to give a person credit for standing up in front of some 500 teachers, parents, and students and saying, "I am an alcoholic, I want you to know, and I really need your support." This was a statement heard by every St. Albert student on November 2 at this year's annual retreat. Ever since that day, Kris Wiley has brought her disease into the classroom. She wants to make sure that her students are properly and honestly informed about alcoholism and its effects. If you've ever been in one of Ms. Wiley's classes, you might have heard her story, or her "drunk story," a s it is called by Alcoholics Anonymous. It is the story of how Wiley's problem st arte d and the courage, patience a nd help it took to get her problem under control. Wiley started drin king whe n she was 13-years-old. Her o lder sister 158/Foculty bought the booze for her. By her junior year, Wiley was drinking excessively every Friday and Saturday night. She never realized that her behavior was unusual and could grow into something that could get out of control. Just after the start of her junior year, Wiley decided that alcohol wasn't enough. She experimented with pot and speed, but they became expensive and a near fatal car accident made her think twice about the "harder drugs". By the middle of her first year in college, Wiley had to drop a course because partying outweighed her studying and she wasn't willing to give up the "good times" . Soon after the start of her junior year in college, Wiley tripped into a religious kick. She knew that the way she was drinking was wrong and hone stly thought she co uld sto p . But as she found out, it isn't always tha t easy and she began drinking once again. This time she was only drinking every one or two weeks. As Wiley later learned, it's not how often you drink, but it's how much and how much you feel you NEED to drink . After college, Wiley decided that the convent was what she wanted. She drank there, too, and so did every one else but not quite as much. Every time there was a social gathering, Wiley always seemed to be the one to supply the liquor. Later she wondered why none of her friends inquired about her drinking habits or tried to get her to slow down . Wiley stayed in the convent for about four years. She decided that she really wanted to do God's work but maybe in a different way. It was t hen that she moved to Nebraska . Omaha didn't have the answers e ithe r. Her life seemed to be slowly " becoming a void," nothing seemed be in education. After all, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy," he added. Mr Sherbo agreed that coaching was an added attraction of the job. "When coaching, if you teach someone to do something there is an immediate feedback; you know right away if you've done it right." He also feels . . . "let down when the season is over; there is no longer anything to look forward to. Teaching requires Years before results can be seen; to matter or have any importance. In July of 84, Wiley, with the encouragement of a close friend, decided to be evaluated at the Eppley Alcoholic Treatment Center to find out if she really was an alcoholic. All that she was asked was a simple 30 yes or no test. Then it was made very clear. "Yes, Kris Wiley, you are an alcoholic, and yes, you do need help ." It might not sound like much, but it was a very big step towards sobriety for Wiley. In August, Wiley began her alcoholic treatment. This consisted of five times a week meetings for nine weeks with Alcoholics Anonymous. A lot of talking, crying, and listening went into those nine weeks, and Wiley is still attending meetings for support and for people to talk to who really understand. That is Kris Wiley's "drunk story". But that isn't the end of the story. There never really is an end. She'll still have to keep on coping with the problems that come her way and keep living just one day at a time . "Be honest with yourself. Listen to your friends. They know your drinking beha vior better than you ever ca n. Accept their advice - they'll help yo u more than anyone can if you only le t THEM be honest," said once in a while you need an immediate result for your own belief in yourself," Sherbo said. Apparent or not, teachers do enjoy students as people. "NHS gives me a chance to work with students outside of academics and to get to know them better," said Caroline Swartz. The answer which prevailed was the genuine enjoyment that teachers receive from being around kids. Jim DeMott summed it up, "I enjoy working with kids; I get a kick out of it!" Wiley. So there you have it. One person's story. Take from this story what you need, and be thankful for the people Mike Kavars thinks, "It is important that the faculty is represented at extra curricular activities. I think the kids appreciate it." And some students did as junior Karl Rohling said, "It's reassuring to know that the people who our parents put their trust in for our education have enough interest and concern for us to support us in our extra curricular activities." at St. Albert who care enough to give a little more of themselves to try and help us avoid the problems that they couldn't . .. Thank You, Ms. Wiley. Faculty/ 1 59 F a c u I t y 11-1 ------- Jonna Andersen Maryann Angeroth Rick Colpitts Jim DeMott Terry Dolnicek I I I Shirley Ekdahl Dave Garland Mike Gill Lin Holder Mike Kavars I I I Fr. Jim Kiernan George Kippley Mark Koesters Fr. Phil Kruse Tracy Leinen I I I Wa yne Maclearn Deb McGuire Ken Mehsling V irgie Oatman Janice Parker 160/Faculty · - --------.11 I Ro bert Ro nk A l Sherbo John Shorey Ursula Tetzloff Kathy Tho msen I I I Rick W ahl Sterling W est Konnie Wiegman Kris Wiley Kate W itte I I I Rick Colpitts is in deep concentration planning for his Business Law class. Faculty/ 161 New faces in the same old places 162/ Administration 1984-85 school year has brought new faces in the same old places at S.A. With the resignation of Pat Lackowski and Greg Logsdon, Dr. Michael Avise and Mr. Anthony Jaworski were brought in to pick up the pieces as our new principal and vice-principal respectively . A graduate from Dowling High School in Des Moines, Dr. Avise earned his B.A. and M .A. at Loras College in Dubuque, and his doctorate at Drake University. Prior to comDr. Michael Avise jots down another idea on his yellow legal pad. The yellow legal pad being to St. Albert, he was principal at De x field Junior-Senior High, a school of 300 students . What is a Catholic Education? For most people, it means going t o a Catholic school, wearing a uniform and having religion classes, right ? Well, not for Mr. Anthony Jaworski. For him, a Catholic education started at the grade school level and continued through the college level. He received a bachelor's degree from Immaculate Conception College in came a noticeable item along with Avise's navy blue suit. Co nception, Mo . and a master's degre e in education administration at Cre ighton University . After t e aching at Holy Name High Schoo l in Omaha for l l years, Mr. Jaworski became principal of the two building, 1 30-student school. But even with all the new faces, two long time returning faces are Fr. Hurley and Mr. Garland. For the last seven years, Fr. Hurley has played a large role in the St. Albert administrative department. But lately rumor has had it that the start of the 1985-86 school year students wouldn't see him any more . But there is no truth to that rumor. He will be back, and with many great projections for St. Albert. According to Fr. Hurley, there are going to be some major repairs done to St. Albert. He also said that the new school year will bring a large e xpansion in our computer department. He would like to see a computer class started in the near future . Mr. Da ve Garland has been the junior high coordinator for the last four years. Alth o ugh he deals mainly with the junior high, he is one of the largest assets to the Sr. High. With his outgoing personality, he has won the friendship of most students. "He wasn 't only a great teacher he was a great friend to all of us. And he doesn't treat us any different now that we're in high school, " said freshman Jeff Howard . M r. Garland overlooks Freshman and Sophom ore lunch as h e performs one o f his many duties as junio r high coordinator. Fr. Hurley gives communion to sophomore Jean Carlin and junio r Tonia Geiger at All Feast's Day Mass . Some junior high girls gather around assistant principal Tony Jaworski, as he shows them a picture. Administration / 163 Secretary Marilynn Leggio types the daily announcements on the word processor. Wayne Johnson and Orlon German check out their surroundings as they put up the collapsible basketball hoops. Bill Snyder takes a break from nightly cleaning to be photographed. Gloria Blum takes a message in the business office located in the convent. Secretary T erryl Greiner stuffs an envelope amidst her other work. People at the Core 164/Secretari es, Cooks, Janitors No school could function without those who work so diligently behindthe-scenes, those people who put their time and effort but get little recognition. For S.A.'s two full-time secretaries, Mrs. Lois Hemmingsen and Mrs. Maril ynn Leggio, 'busy' just barely describes them. The added phone system and new admission slips have helped them in their wo rk. Glori a Blum received a new working partner this year, Ms. Terryl Gre iner, in the business office . Together they handle the billing and many other things to keep the school running smoothly. Manning the stoves and ovens are head cook Virginia Carberry, cooks Delores Romesburg, Joan Pursell, and Su zanne Hoffman . Carberry and Romesburg have served numerous years; Pursell joined five years ago; Cooks take time out for a team shot: senior cook Virginia Carberry, Suzanne Hoffman, Joan Pursell and Delores Romesburg and Hoffman, along with ticket-table-cleaner Linda Fox were added this year. "I don't think the program is changed too much, just that new faces are around," said Carberry. The kitchen workers seem to enjoy their work and each other. They wanted it known : "We really do like the kids. If we didn't we wouldn't be here." The cooks have a full day, beginning each morning at 7 :00 to prepare the meals, and work until the last bell usually with cleaning up and planning for the next day. "We try to do what we can with what we have, " Carberry said of the food, most of which is sent from the government. "We have little control over what we receive, but we like to try new dishes and we're open to new ideas." The maintenance men put in their time as well, with Wayne Johnson t ending to the halls and machines daily. Orlon German assists with the day-to-da y clean up tasks but at night Bill Snyder takes care of S.A. It is no tale that these behind-thescenes people play a much bigger ro le in keeping S. A. efficient and running well than what ap pears on the surface . Secretaries, Cooks, Janitors/ 165 Congratulations to the Graduating Class from : Ballenger Automotive Service 125 West Pierce St. Best Wishes from : the gallery Gigi Varner Dairq Oueen U11u11w Lr11<·n c·11 n· 111 I l c11n 1.1·/111 c TR U DY SIMMONS 17th and Broadwa y 27th and Broadwa y Bu,. J2J-JX~ J H<'' · .UX-.,472 ()w11C'r 715 Ea'I Brn d"a~ Cuundl Blulh. lo\\a 51501 Michael's Carpets and Furniture The BEST Prices in the Midwest BAR NONE 825 W. Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa 322-3819 "Price it over there, you'll buy it over here!" 166/ Adve rtiseme nts FOR YOUR CLUBS OR TEAMS CREATORS OF SIU<SCREENED T-SHIRTS, GOLF SHIRTS, JACKETS CAPS, SWEATERS & MUCH MORE. 1626 AVENUE D COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA. 51501 ' (712) 322-3883 WAHL OPTICAL "Home of over l 000 frames" Always a SPECIAL at WAHL OPTICAL on glasses or contact lenses Color, soft, hard, exercise ware, or daily ware . "A fashion frame worth fighting for!" Dr. G.H. Wahl, Optometrist Bob Wahl, Optician 220 l W. Broadway 322-4554 Commercial Odor Control Service and Industrial Chemical Janitorial Supplies Dealer Owner: Bob and Alice Sundrup 216 Selden Street Council Bluffs, IA 5 150 l (712) 322-2095 SO~THING EHTI 112 Midlands Mall Council BluHs , Iowa c Compliments of: Oard-Ross Drug Store 70 1-703 16th Ave . Phone: 322-2501 Counci l Bluffs, Iowa Joe Beraldi Advertisements/ 167 168/ A d ve rtisements Congratulations Class of 1985! 2312 West Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa (712) 328-3229 HOLMES PRINTING SERVICE, INC. 328-7245 37 South Main • Council Bluffs BARRITTGUILL Dorri[[ · Guill Ous1ness Equ1pmern G Supplies Inc. 119 South Main Street Council Bluff s. Iowa 1 Phone (7 12) 328 8622 "A ll st udents with l. D. rece ive 15% off all school su ppli es'' 328-8622 2803 Hwy. 6 Phone: 325-0930 Congratulations Class of '85 from Dr. and Mrs. William Gress 20 S. Frank Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Best Wishes to the Class of '85 2917 W. Broadway -- ~ REGAL LANES open 8:00 a .m. till Midnight every day Except Fri. & Sat. till 2:00 a.m. Featuring nursery • leagues • cocktail lounge 323-9900 15 State Street JOHN GIER OWNER UNDERWOOD. IOWA 51576 BUSINESS C7 1 2 l 566·2364 AFTER HOURS C71 2l 566·4070 THEREAL ROAST BEEF SANDWICH. The BEST Roast Beef - in the world - Barn'rds Style We serve a variety of other sandwiches, Homemade Beef Vegetable Soup and Salads 623 W. Broadway Advertisements/ 169 Open: M-W-F 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Tues-Thurs 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun Noon-5 p.m. 915 North 16th Street Council Bluffs, IA 51501 LUFFS' ~ITNE<;<; CENTER Membership fee $25.00 Monthly $20.00 Six Month Fee $115.00 Best Wishes to the Class of '85 from: 920 E. Pierce Council Bluffs, Iowa Phone 322-2575 [) @REDKEN" Q Creative Designs for Guys & Gals 170/ Advertisements Quality need not be expensive 317 No. 16th 322-3097 (712) 323-4849 Jansenius Service Wheel-Horse-Toro-Lawn Boy "Gilson, Sales and Service" Blaine Jansenius Owner 3442 11th Ave Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Cutler Funeral Horne says: Congratulations Class of '85 533 Willow Ave. 322-7779 Owned and Operated by the Cutler family THIS BUD'S FOR YOU Seniors of 1985! ! 3022 2nd Ave Doll Distributing Owner: Merlin Doll Advertiseme nts/ 171 E A T s 172/ Advertiseme nts TISH'S l 15 S. 35th St. 323-5456 Congratulations and Good Luck to the Class of '85 T R E A T s (/ftris/g creNe 2733 N. Broadway (712) 322-2778 71 2 / 328-9777 709 MYNSTER ST. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 "Just What The Doctor Ordered" THE SPEC SHOPPE "The COMPLETE Family Optical Center" 301 W. Pierce 328-3450 Ptlone 712 -322.J. 777 17 l 0 N. 16th St. 322-5918 COUNCIL BLUFFS 17 45 Madison Ave. 322-9097 Council Bluffs, Iowa Sieve Hovendick 199 Midlands Mall Council Bluffs. Iowa Advertisements/ 173 Congratulations JACK POWERS Manager 3150 West Broadway Council Bluffs. Iowa 51501 Good Luck! (712) 322-07 43 studel\t loal\s available ... o students attending a college, university, vocational or technical school ... ~Currently enrolled or just thinking about it. SEE US FIRST FOR FINANCIAL HELP Need not be a bank customer Let us help you with your education . .. call 323· 7521. MAIN BANK 333 W. Broadway STATE BANK& TRUST OFFICES AT 35TH STREET OFFICE Broadway at 35th Street HENDERSON• MACEDONIA• MODALE• UNDERWOOD 17 4/ Advertisem ents Council Bluffs Falstaff l l 02 2nd Ave. John Crook Kip Crook Best Wishes Seniors! from: COGLEY all~ MEDICAL ASSOCIATES Noted for its devoted, well-trained staff of experienced doctors and nurses! MARK L. HUNTER. CRB, CRS PRESIDENT 235 West Broadway # 4 Ogden Place Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Telephone !712 l 322-2565 IB REALTOR" Member, Council Bluffs Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service 51~§0 5 -:=:-: ~ MI DWEST ; fo\0 51 FASH IONABLE LOLLECT i Otl OF DANCE . EXERC! st ~ AN'D BODY WE AR . I . ~ __ ---:-:: ~ ~ ' \ / "" ' -\ W6 ·lt\,1 -lJn><u/u·~ C ........ J ~Bluff,.. +::, .'il.-i(H Ja -o l\JHOA Y-FR JDA ' 10-) SATURD.\Y .323-0695 Adve rtisements/ 175 Portraits and Weddings PHONE · 323·021 2 D.J.A. STUDIO OF PHOTOGRAPHY WEDDINGS·ANNIVERSARIES·F AMl LY PORTRAITS SEN IOR PORTRAITS-FREE LANCE DALE AUSDE MORE PHOTOGRAPHER 17 6/ Advertisements 4 1 2 WENDY HEIGHTS COUN C IL B LUFF S . IOWA 51 50 1 Compliments of: Route 4 322-1012 ABC ELECTRIC Electrical Contractors Serving Southwest Iowa Commercial . . Industrial .. . Residential .. . 1022 Ave. A 322-4590 -- ELA-S11 (conoc~e' The Soft Cloth Car and Truck Wash 2417 West Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa 712-323-3916 GO FOR IT SENIORS! McPherson Mortgage 1705 McPherson Suite GL 300 Council Bluffs, la . 328-9420 Tim 0 1 Neill Chevrolet, Inc. 1010 34 THAVE says: Knock 'em dead, Seniors! COU NCIL BLUFFS . IOWA 51501 PHONE 712/366-2541 FOR All YOUR BUILDING NEEOS (712) 322-3600 1851 MADISON AVENUE COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 5150 1 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 10:00 - 4:00 PM Jim & Dean's Town & Country Supermarket 4010S.4thSt. 366-056 l Adverti!:,ements/ 177 / \Gateway of Counci l Blutts lnc .. R1:ALTons •11 · 1705 McPherson Counci l Bluffs. IA 5 I 50 I OFFICE: (7 12) 328·3 I 00 RES: (712) 322·6370 CB Ml.S"' REAL TOR" 1705 McPherson Council Bluffs, IA 5I501 OFFICE: (712) 328·3 100 RES: (712) 323-2113 SHARON STOKES As·.ociate Groker <Gateway ol Councll Blun1 lnc .. RfALlORS • CB Ml.S,,. REALTOR° JEANNE CHRISTIANSEN G.R.I. Broker Associate 178/ Adve rtiseme nts Two Names You Can Trust In Buying and Selling Your Home. 1705 McPherson Ave. 328-3100 I 705 McPherson BILL EPPERSON Council Bluffs. IA 51501 OFFICE: (7 I 2) 328·3 I 00 RES: (7 12) 323· 7677 Assoc iate Bro!·er CB REALTOR° Ml.S '" 1705 McPherson Council Bluffs. IA 5 I 50 I OFFICE: (7 l 2) 328·3 I 00 RES: (7 I 2) 32J.'I 559 ~teway of Councll Bluth Inc .. REALTORS._ CB REALTOR" Ml.S SHARI LeMASTER Sales Associate '" (Gateway •..t Better '=' REALfO'S . I I w H~ffi~§® Beem-Belford Funeral Holfle Congratulations to the Class of '85 553 Willow Ave. CONGRATULATIONS Class of 1985 from: Credit Bureau of Council Bluffs, Inc. Russ and Trudy Russell From: Beem Belford Advertisements/ 179 UNION PHARMACY 180/ Adve rtisements 537 E. Broadway 328-3344 Reach for the stars, Seniors! K.C. Petersen Construction says: Good Luck! Set Your J::l W:~~JiL ,J!ake manawa '2Ja1Jun, .!Jnc. HOME of the DATSUN 920 32nd AVENUE COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 5 150 1 PHONE, 7 12/ 366-9481 :o Goals High, Seniors! Griffith T. V. Owner: Steve Petratis 2125 W. Broadway Pho ne : 328-1536 Used TV Sales Carry In o r IN Home Service 11 I f BAKED FRESH DAILY IN OUR SHOP MONDAY · FRIDAY 5,00 a . m. · 5,0() p. m. S.A. Tl .lflDA Y 5,00 a . m . · oo p. m. ED & SANDY ANDERSON ORDERS WELCOME 322-9527 Virginia Stange Coordinator 285 WEST BROADWAY OGDEN PLACE COUNCIL BLUFFS. IOWA 51501 # 712-323-0851 Johnson & Stange 303 W. Pierce Council Bluffs, IA 51501 "Products in Harmony with Nature and Good Health!" McCLAIN and ASSOCIATES Tom A. Arnold M1rlyn L. McCl1ln For Business and Personal Insurance and Financial Planning. PHONE: 325-0126 COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA Congratulations Seniors! from: UtU.E'AOED ~ 11111.~ GAS THE STATION 1839 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs, Iowa 322-9 139 Advertisements/ 181 182/ Advertisements Kate McGinn ONLY AT Council Bluffs 6 Savings Bank Ill Member F.0.1.C. 328-1856 A 'BANKS OF IOWA' BANK Council Bluffs, Carson and McClelland, Iowa Strut your Stuff JC Penney 1141 N . Broadway 322-6661 Class of '851 To help you in planning your future, see Dave Gross at Allstate Insurance for Life, Auto, Home Owners, Hospital and Business Insurance Allstate You're in good hands. .. Best Wishes from: THE Dairy Shoppe 4105 S. 11 th Council Bluffs, IA 366-9654 Advertisements/ 183 Congratulations Seniors! from: Dairy Sweet 1102 N. 16th 322-2155 Good Luck SENIORS! from: First Federal Bank Food - Drinks - Ice Cream 42 1 W. Broadway 328-3803 184/ Adve rtisements We take pride in our products ... Come along for the Pride · 0 Omaha Standard 240 l West Broadway, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 712-328-7 444 JTAllELESS STEEL GRAIN BODIES STEEL OR WDOO GR. 'IN AND LIYESTOCI l!ODl:S COMPLfTE LINE OF RUii GATE OPTIONS INCLUOllG J-SECTION FULL OPENING REAR OOORS ALL ALUMINUM GRAIN BODIES TWELVE HOIST MODELSSCISSORS AND TELESCOPIC . FROM 5 TO 52 TONS FOR BODIES 8' TO 26 J Michael's Appliances & T. V. The Best Appliance Prices in the Midwest BAR NONE Price it over there, you'll buy it over here! Philoc Amano Coldaire 8th & Broadway Council Bluffs, la. 323-8191 Best Wishes to the Class of 1985! from: Roper Frigidaire Speed Queen J.F. Bloom Monument Co. Owner: John E. O'Connor l l 5 W. Broadway Council Bluffs, la. 328-0660 Oak Valley Cedar Homes Rt. l Box l Crescent, Iowa 545-3357 Advertisements/ 185 186/ Advertisements Dr. Robert Perry DDS 532 lst Avenue Suite 210 Council Bluffs, la. 322-3974 Courtesy of Meyer Funeral Home 545 Willow 322-0293 Canon Studio Congratulations to the Class of 1985! Class of '85 Congratulations Seniors! The following people wanted to say a very special congratulations to the graduating class of 1985. Family, friends, and faculty wish all the members of the 1985 class of St. Albert good luck . John and Rita Steenson Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Ryan William and Betty McVey Edward M . Jr. and Karen E. Wright Mr. and Mrs. Pursell Neil and Fran Shaver Mr. and Mrs. Plummer Bob and Sue Nordstrom Mr. and Mrs. Dale G. Poole Bill and Arlene Wise Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord and MaryAnn Epperson Kanesville Welding (George Platt) Lawrence and Rosemary Keefe Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Lenihan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. McGinn Marianne Osborne Donna and Howard Sales Donald and Betty White Diane M. Guill Mr. and Mrs. Robert Krupicka Mr. and Mrs. Warren K. Bowers Advertisements/ 187 [ : Alfers, Jeff 8, 95, 120, 121, 149, 153 Alfers, Kathy ·111, 118, 136 Almon, Tom back end sheet, 17, 22, 26, 33, 93, 95, 133, 149 Anderson, Jonna 160 Andress, Teresa 59, 70, 126, 144 Angeroth, Maryann 87, 160 Avise, Michael 4, 73, 162 Barszcz, Ron 44, 103, 120, 121, 144 Bartholomew, Susanne 144 Becker, Mary 1 11, 136 Berner, Andy 97, 107, 136 Berriman, Cyndy 56, 113, 114, 115, 144, 193 Birusingh, Kamla 80, 144 Birusingh, Karen 101, 111 , 136 Birusingh, Karl 12, 16, 49, 53, 154 Blizzard, Michelle 140 · Blum, Gloria 164 Blum, Kelly 95, 120, 121, 144 Book, Pete back end sheet, 24, 62, 95, 149, 155 Book, Theresa 38, 65, 144 Bowers, Chris 95, 118, 119, 149 Branstetter, Kim 26, 57, 98, 99, 116, 149, 194 Bremmer, Amy 29, 38, 61, 81, 99, 100, 101, 108, 144, 147, 194 Brisso, Mark 35, 103, 120, 121, 136 Brockelsby, Debbie 13, 26, 149 Brotherton, Mary 20, 51, 149, 157 190/ lndex Buchanan, Matt 11, 57, 97, 136 Buchanan, Patricia 11, 15, 149, 194 Buckley, Jennifer 126, 136 Burke, Jeanette 126, 144 Burkey, Theresa 140 Butterfield, Ben 97, 113, 136 Cannon,Gene26, 76, 105, 150, 155 Carberry, Virginia 164, 165 Carlin, Barb 8, 136 Carlin, Jean 140, 163 Carlson, Cheryl 82, 126, 136 Catania, Dom 24, 36, 37, 77, 85, 95, 121 Catania, Fil 94, 95, 120, 144, 147 Christiansen, Dennis 132, 136 Claussen, Kevin 136 Claussen, Lisa 59, 144 Colpitts, Rick 85, 160, 161 Corbaley, Joelle 59, 99, 101 , 140 Corbaley, Shelly 10, 60, 61, 83, 98, 99, 126, 150, 194 Corbaley, Trisha 136 Cox, Gene 8, 140 Cox, Ricky 82, 97, 113 Crowley, John 136 Culjat, Korey l 05, l 06, 107, 144 Daly, Maureen 116, 140 Dalton, Jeanne 33, 136 Danala, Tom 44, 85, 144 Davis, Sean 136 DeChant, Tina 80, 136 - : I DeMott, Jim 54, 160 Disalvo, Dan 97, 136 Disalvo, Sam 8, 140 Dolnicek, Terry 47, 159, 160 Eberhard, Sally 116, 140 Eberhard, Tom 46, 127, 144 Edelbrock, Sid 24, 95, 150 Edelbrock, Stuart 140 Ekdahl, Shirley 82, 160 Engler, Jason 97, 113, 136 Epperson, Doug 22, 28, 35, 54, 66, 67, 92, 103, 120, 150 Evers, Lisa 140 Feller, Chris 95, 140 Ficek, Becky 8, 101, 111, 136 Ficek, Bonnie 101, 1 08, 110, 111, 140 Fields, Tim 16, 95, 113, 140 Fischer, Andy 2, 148, 150, 153 Fischer, Chris 95, 96, 107, 120, 12 1, 140 Fischer, Dale 24, 120, 12 l, 144 Fischer, Dave 86, 120, 121, 140 Fischer, Mike 27, 120, 121, 150, 153 Fox, Jean 27, 47, 75, 116, 117, 144, 194 Fox, Ken 36, 102, 105, 107, 121, 140 Fox, Leland 95, 107, 140 Fox, LuAnn 12, 29, 34, 38, 54, 58, 59, 60, 65, 70, 150, 194 ,, Fox, Shelly 12, 15, 36, 150 Francis, John 144 Freeman, Jim l 03 120 121 144 Garland, Dave 160 l 6J ' Geier, Amy 47, 7 4, 1 l 08, 144 Geier, Matt 95, l 13, 140 Geiger, Terra l 03, 111, 137 Geiger, Tonia 77, 144, 163 Genereux, Andrea 22, l l 0, 126, 140 Genereux, Pam 40 68 l 15 126 151 I I I I Gier, Theresa 145 Gill, Mike 79, 160 Gillett, Mike 141 Gillett, Phil 15, 145 Goeser, Tony 36, 54, 69, 132, 151 Gray, Susan l l l, 137 Green, Rich 97, 113, 127, 137 Green, Scott 26, 85, 95, 151 Greiner, Terry! 164 Gross, Deanna l l 58 59 60 116 151, 193 I I I I I Gross, Jeff 8, 78, l 07, 141 Grote, Fred 7, 75, 83, l 03, 112, 145, 147 Gubbels, Juli 14 l Guill, Diane 10 32 61 160 194 Hanafan, Chri~ 57 1 97 1 l 071 137 Hannan, Molly 14 i ' ' Hansen, Steve 85 145 Hassett, John 57 1 97 120 121 137 f I I I Hawk, Jim 95, 141 Heenan, Mark 56, 57, l 04, l 05, 141 Helms, Amy l 37 Hemmingsen, Lois 4, l 32, l 64 Henderson, Ann 44, 47, 85, l 08, 145 Hoffman, Don 14, 17, 77, 112, 15 l, 152 Hoffman, Scott 71 , 145 Hoffman, Suzanne 164, 165 Holder, Jenny front end sheet, 7 4, 116, 141 Holder, Lin 29, 30, 35, 79, 160 Hollinger, Vanessa l l, 17, 26, 115, 151 Holmberg, Troy front end sheet, 8, 95, 113, 120, 141 Honaker,Amy56,99, 100, 101, 108, 145 Horan, Kathy 37, 151 Horan, Tom 16, 25, 43, 53, 149, 151 Hotz, Sue 16, 27, 60, 61, 145, 194 Howard, Jeff 97, l 07, 137, 163 Howlett, Angel 59, 14 l Hughes, Chris l 07, 137 Hunter, Jim 145 Hunter, Rob 137 Hurley, Fr. Edward 63, 163 Hyde, Kent 141 Jabro, Don 8, 56, 57, 127, 141 Jabro, Gina l l, 26, 45, 48, 56, 59, 116, 152 Jaworski, Tony 7, 14 l, 162, 163 Jeffrey, Brad 25, 26, 43, 91, 152 Jeffrey, Chris 18, 26, 57, 72, 88, 99, 116, 152 Johnson, Jon 29, 38, 39, 64, 65, 66, 67,75,97, 107, 121, 137 Johnson, Mary 28, 34, 48, 64, 99, 152, 194 Johnson, Matt (Fr.) 82, l 07, 132, 137 Johnson, Matt (So.) 91, l 07, 118, 119, 132, 141 Johnson, Michelle 68, 69, 145 Jones, Christian 97, 113, 120, 12 l, 137 Jones, Tammy 59, 116, 145 Kavars, Mike l 05, 159, 160 Keefe, Stephanie 66, 99, l 08, 141 Keefe, Tim 12, 83, 90, 152 Kiernan, Fr. Jim 73, 160 Kinart, Kris 77, l 03, 145 Kippley, George 7, 30, 65, 68, 140, 160 Koehler, Dave 56, 57, l 07, 127, 14 l Koenig, Jan l 41 Koesters, Mark 30, 73, 160 Krupicka, Julie 152 Kruse, Fr. Phil l 0, 160 Larsen, Beth 11, 13, 28, 48, 64, 81, 116, 117, 152, 194 Larsen, Jon 81 , 137 Larsen, Kari 13, 14 l Lazure, Tom l l 0 Leber, Ann 101, 110, 143 Leggio, Jackie 46, 64, 65, 7 4, l 02, 103, 108, 145 Leggio, Marilyn 115, 164 Lehnen, Jenny l l, 83, 116, 152 Leinen, Tracy 98, 99, 101 , 11 1, 160 Lenihan, Jerry 97, 113, 137 Lenihan, Peggy 153 Lookabill, Mark 82, 97, l 07, 137 MacLearn, Wayne 57, 97, l 07, 120, 160 Marshall, l 05, l 07, 14 l , 143 Martin, Darrin 118, l 19, 145, 157 lndex/ 191 Martin, Kris 131, 145 Martin, Ronnie 111, 118, 119, 137 Martin, Steve 82, 97, 113, 137 Martin, Tom 77, 94, 95, 153 Masker, Ken 26, 43, 77, 95, 120, 121, 151, 153 Masker, Mike 120, 121, 141 Mauer, Kim 145 McCoy, Alicia 79, 103, 110, 141 McCoy, Julie 33, 126, 137 McDermott, Chad 127, 132, 137 McDonald, Suzanne 145 McGill, Ed 95, 105, 107, 145 McGinn, Kate 28, 29, 48, 54, 59, 60, 65, 153, 194 McGinn, Kevin 8, 47, 56, 57, 107, 142 McGuire, Deb 5, 88, 160, 16 I McPartland, Nancy 8, 35, I 38 McVey, Tom 25, 47, 52, 77, 153 Mehsling, Ken 120, 121, 160 Menges, Karen I 45 Meyerring, David 138 Michal, Kris 142 Miller, Brian 142 Miller, John 138 Miller, Mike 47, 145 Miller, Melanie 101, 110, 111, 118, 119, 142, 143 Morris, Tracy 103, 138 Mueller, Ron 95, 142 Mullin, Matt 142 Mulvihill, Mike 12, 34, 35, 51, 90, 103, 153 Murray, Dan 20, 142 Murray, Jennifer 138 Murray, Lynne 56, 99, 100, 101, 146 192/lndex Nelson, Scott 1 46 Nettles, Laurie 9, 11, 16, 29, 38, 65, 146, 194 Niebur, Su 17, 32, 46, 58, 59, ·113, 115, 146 Nielson, Dana 97, 120, 121, 138 Nielson, David 73, 95, 107, 153 Nielson, Erica 81, 99, 100, 101, 108, 146, 194 Nordstrom, Lisa 3, 20, 43, 153 Oatman, Virgie 158, 160 Oberbin, Stacy 56, 57, 118, 138 Oberdin, Tom 25, 26, 56, 95, 154, 194 O'Connor, John 56, 57, 105, 106, 107, 118, 142 O'Gara, Laura 115, 154 O'Gara, Maureen 8, 1 38 Ogg, Jennifer 89, 126, 146 O'Grady, Scott 97, 138 O'Grady, Terry 24, 62, 95, 121, 154 Olsen, Anne 17, 70, 88, 114, 146 Olson, Brenda 101, 111, 138 Ord, Susan 110, 142 Osborne, Barb 38, 39, 79, 103, 142 Osborne, Brian 11, 24, 27, 44, 73, 82, 95, 120, 154 Owen, Tracy 67, 138 Papazian, Maria 89, 7 4, 146 Parker, Janice 160 Parker, Steve 97, 138 Pender, Jill 101, 110, 118, 138 Persinger, Connie 16, 32, 41, 113, 115 Petersen, Ann 108, 110, 142 Petersen, Eric 6, 10, 112, 154 Petratis, Cindy I 01 , 1 11 , 1 38 Petratis, Mark 22, 95, I 27, I 42, I 43 Petratis, Mik e 22, 24, 95, 120, 121 , 151, 154 Phelps, Lori 89, 146 Platt, Michael 11, 18, 33, 82, I 32, 154 Plummer, Steve 76, 95, I 05, I 54 Poole, Jenny 26, 38, 47, 48, 56, 60, 67, 72, 77, I 16, 151, 155, 194 Pursell, Joan 164, 165 Pursell, Pat 38, 48, 54, 68, 155 Quigley, Beth 10 l, 114, 138 Quinze, Lynn 138 Raes, Mike 6, 24, 62, 95, 97, 113, 155 Rallis, Chris l l Ramirez, Penny l l 5, 142 Rangel, Alisa 51, l 55 Rangel, Tricia 142 Ratigan, Jacque 37, 92, 98, 99, l 08, 109, 155 Ratigan, Larry 30, 36, 87, 95, l SS-, 142, 143 Ravlin, Connie 111, 118, 138 Rethmeier, Jenny 31 1 138 Rew, Doug 96, 97, ) 06, l 07, 120, 121, 138 Rew, Vince 56, 95, l 04, I 05, 107, 121, 146 Rickard, Dawn 40, 126, I 38 Roane, Donna 59, l 08, 110, 142 Roane, Fred 26, 88, 95, 1.D 5 Rohatsch, Brian 24, 95, 142 Rohling, Karl 12, 22, 35, 38, 59, 120, 121, 146 Romano, Ann l 01, 142 Romano, Rex back end sheet, 7 4, 83, 146 Romesburg, Delore ~ 164, 165 ·Ronk , Robert 161 Rudersdorf, Mary Ann 86, 100, 126 Russell, Alyce 40, 113, 115, 146, 194 Ryan, Mory Jo 37, 103, 108, 109, 155 Ryon, Tom 1 03, 142 Ryba, Jodi 88, 1 43 Schloutman, Melodie 139 Schmitz, Cris 126, 146, -Schmitz, Jeff 24 44 95 155 Schmitz, Jodi 121 6, l 139 ' Scichilone, Marshall 89, 95, 113 Sebghoti, Jomes 71, 1 46 Shover, Don 91, 95, 143 Shaver, Joe 17, 43, 95, 113, 132, 156 Shea, Tim 102, 103, 120, 121, 139 Sherbo, Al 77, 118, 119, 159, 161 . Shorey, John l 03, 161 Shudok, Jeff 95, l 05, 146 Sillik, Ellen 21, 25, 26, 43, 84, 85, 156 Sillik, Jean 56, 57, l 03, 111, 139 Simon, Barb 3, 53, 54, 56, 57, 59, 60, 98, 99, l 08, l 09, 125, 156, 194 Simon, Don 37, l 02, 103, 143 Skow, Lisa 6 1, 144, 145, 194 Slater, Chris 8, 127, 143 Slater, Jacqui 101, 114, 118, 139 Smith, Jack 11 , 149, 156 Smith, Nancy 100, 101, 143 Smith, Norene 12, 54, 56, 59, 100, 126, l 46, 194 Smyth, Bill 29, 34, 91, 141, 143 Smyth, David 17, 54, 146 Snook, Tom 69, 156 Sondag, Debbie 146 Sondag, Shelly 56, 57, 101, 139 Standard, Angie 5, 86, 143 Steenson, Poul 23, 25, 41, 58, 59, l 04, l 05, 118, 119, 149, 156 Stidham, Melissa 64, 65, 66, 1 l 0, 143 Stivers, Donna 40, 44, 58, 59, 73, 1 15, 155, 156 Stokes, Brenda 57, 116, 117, 156, 194 Storm, Kirk 97, 139 Straka, Henry 97, l 13, 134, 136, 137, 139 Suden, Mariann 43, 155, 156 Suden, Steve 147 Sundrup, Lori l 0, 20, 53, 57, 60, 73, 152, 156, 194 Swartz, Carolyn 63, 159 Tamisiea, Betsy 41, 77, 147 Tetzlaff, Ursula 161 Thompson, Anne 143 Thompson, Pat 97, 120, 121, 139 Thomsen, Kathy 80, 161 Thorn, Chuck 29, 75, 97, l 07, 139 Tighe, Michelle 18, 156 Tobias, Amy l 01, l 14, l 18, l 39 Tobias, David 39, 59, 151, 156 T obios, Shirley 147 Tolliver, Gino 139 Turner, Joe 75, 82, 97, 139 Turner, Michelle 147 Vanderloo, Karen 157 VanScoy,John 103, 120, 121, 139 Varner, Gigi 56, 59, 147 Wohl, Rick 95, 161 Walter, Aaron 97, 107, 120, 121, 139 Walter, Denise 115, 157 Warnke, Ken 95 Wasinger, Julie 147 Watkins, Bob back end sheet, 8, 24, 33, 46, 95, 112, 157 West, Sterling 126, 127, 161 Wettengel, Dick 97, l 05, l 07 White, Denise 43, 48, 58, 59, 89, 91 , 152, 156 White, Kris 69, 73, 101, 110, 143 Wickham, Maureen 59, l 08, l l 0, 111, 143 Wiegman, Konnie 16 l Wiley, Kris 30, 72, 158, 159, 161 Wise, Matt 11 , 157 Witte,Kote98,99, 10 1, 16 1 Wright, Dick 95, 113 Wright, Kathy 13, 157 Young, Chris 97, 139 Zimmerman, David l 39 Zimmerman, Dawn 86, 143 Zimmerman, Janine . l 57 Zimmerman, Mike 147 Index/ 193 I Editor: Assistant Editor: Layout Editors: Photography Editors: Copy Editor: Feature Editor: Sports Editor: News Editor: Business Manager: Assistant Business Manager: Publicity Manager: Fundraising Directors: Advertising Manager: Assistant Ad Manager: Staff: Contributors: Special Thanks: Advisor: I ·: 194/Colophon : : Barb Simon Kate McGinn Lori Sundrup Shelly Corbaley Patricia Buchanan Beth Larsen LuAnn Fox Mary Johnson Tom Oberdin Norene Smith Deanna Gross Alyce Russell Jean Fox Brenda Stokes Kim Branstetter Jenny Poole Cyndy Berriman Erica Nielsen Amy Bremmer Sue Hotz Laurie Nettles Lisa Skow Dan Simon Angel Howlett Matt Mullin Kent Hyde Rex Romano Chuck Smoley Jack and Pat Holder Mike Gill All dance chaperones Diane Guill The 1985 Dimensions ) Printing Vol. 19 of the 1985 Dimensions was done by the Herff Jones Publishing Company in Marceline , Missouri. All printing was done with the offset lithographic methor:l. The paper stock used in the bcok is 80 pound Ermine. School art is on the cover in cyan and black in lithographic design. The book was printed in its entirety with black ink. Headlines are set in Chelsea Light in 36 point and subheads in 24 point. Body copy used was l 0 pt. Chelsea Light. Captions and folio tabs are 8 pt. Chelsea Light. 220 copies of the 1985 Dimensions were printed. A Year of Change "Breaking in New Ideas" was a year filled with dramatic changes which ranged from a new administration to 5-on-5 girls' basketball. The most popular adjective of the year was "new." New uniform skirts, new te ache rs, new student handbooks, etc. In preparing this book, the DIMENSIONS' staff focus e d on the new, and with the school's many changes, the yearbook had its share of changes, too. Nearly fifty pages were added to the book, and full color endsheets were designed . This is the sto ry of a year in transition . Next ye ar a new DIMENSIONS staff will adapt in order to best present the story of 1986, but for now, the staff gives you, the viewer, the 1985 story. H : : ~ : 1 ! J . Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource St. Albert High School yearbooks Subject The topic of the resource School yearbooks -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. St. Albert High School (Council Bluffs, Iowa) -- Yearbooks. Description An account of the resource A collection of yearbooks for St. Albert High School. These books were published annually to record, highlight, and commemorate the past year of the school. The years 1967-present are covered in this collection. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dimensions 1985 Subject The topic of the resource School yearbooks -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. St. Albert High School (Council Bluffs, Iowa) -- Yearbooks. Description An account of the resource 1985 Yearbook (Annual) of St. Albert High School. Volume 19. 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Language A language of the resource English Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. 1985 St. Albert High School Yearbook 1985 Annual SAHS schools St. Albert High School Yearbook https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/76abd018a1ffbb070784e39f1fdf7c0e.pdf 0a509434e1636c688e2fb20dc75d88ef PDF Text Text ·D I M E N s I 0 N s ON TOP OF THINGS Student Life ................................... 6 Special Events .............................. 18 Organizations ............................... 46 Sports ........................................... 60 Academics ................................... 100 Classes ........................................ 112 St. Albert Catholic High School 400 Gleason Ave. Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Volume XVIII 1984 Varsity football players warm up for the LcMars game. Kim Mauer and J ackie Leggio dazzle the photographer with thei r smiles. 2/Tlwrnc Ma ry J ohnson climbs to new he igh ts during play practice. ON TOP OF THINGS 0 .1 Top of Things was chosen fo r a va riety of reasons to be the th eme of the 198 3-84 yea rbook . Firstly, a nd most obviously, S a int A lbert H igh School is the only Catholic hig h chool in Council Bluffs, a nd the onl y school situated o n a hi ll whil:h is one of the highest in t he ci ty. M uc h ca n be seen from he re - a nd the school ca n be seen from dista nt ig hts. The "Big H ill ", as students fondl y ca ll it, or G leaso n Ave nu e , as the public road is na med, has its adva ntages. A big reason athl e ti c teams do well he re is because o f the conditioning fac tors t he incline gives. Track, foo tba ll, cross country, and volleyba ll tea ms were "on top or' their seasons due to the fitn ess that wa s ea rn e d thr o u g h "doing hills." " Running hills in volleyball really he lps us physically - our fitness improves by sprinting hills and kee ps us a lert and ready to move on the court, ' · says Chez Rohling , senior sette r a nd MVP of the 1983 volleyball te am . Activiti es ma ke us "On Top" a s we ll. T he d ra ma depa rtment received (continued on. p. 5) Paul Diblasi and Kurt Birusingh begin to ascend the sta irs a t 8:26. Themc/ 3 8/Studen t Life Junior girls explore the cemetery from new heights. "Bang Your Head!" exclaims Matt and friends at the Journalism dance. Hawaiiya ?! Hawaiiya ?! Hawaiiya ?! seems to be the question these girls are asking. Brian Osborne hulks out on M att Geier while Sue Koehler watches in horror. Ba rb Abboud and Cindy Berrima n check out their new yea rbooks at the signing dance. Student Life/ 9 'Heavies' wrestle job, school Several students in our school hold down different jobs. What are some of the various reasons for students working? l) To save for future use (college or buying a car). 2) Basic necessities (clothing, going out, and gas). 3) Helping out with family financial situations (tuition). 4) Gifts for others. There a re drawbacks to holding down a job. They are: I) Less spare time to go out. 2) Hard to keep grades up. 3) Interferes with extra-curricular activities. Scott Green seems to enjoy doing bottles at Hy-Vee. Patty Friel ta kes a break from her job at Baskin Robbins to smile for the camera. IO/Work "I like to work. The hours are sometimes long, but the paychecks make up for it. " Maralea Keefe " I li ke working beca use it's a challenge a nd I like spending money. I don't work very often so it doesn't interfere with the rest of my activities. I'm glad I have a job. " Jane Carlson. Stocking shelves at Drug Town is Paul Romano. Pat Horan strains spaghetti a t John's. John Ga rd gets ready to take an order a t Taco Bell. Fra nk Stander sweeps a i !es a t Super Ya lu. Work/ 11 Another "large" football crowd. Exactly what are Matt Root, Matt Sullivan, and Pat Geier doing? Kelly Culjat tries to hide in her locker. 14/Student Life Mike Ada ms attempts to simplify! ? a problem in Math class. " Good Lookin '" Renae Rav lin shows off her homecoming a ttire . "CUTE" is the only word to describe Pa ula S mith , Kim Bra nstetter, a nd Ann McGill. Student Life/ 15 ·-·· . --·-··- -~ -· ........ -...... . _.. ..,.... Tom Horan gives a ""feminine·· pose. 22/Homecoming Billy Smith ho pes the 9th grade fl oat " rides .. away with a vic tory. Se nior fl oat portraying Fa lcon Zone won 2nd place . Mark Heena n dresses .. wild ... Sr. Girls pose for a homecrnning snapshot. Homccomin g/ 23 Fall Play sweeps actors off their feet "All's well that ends well, but starts terrible." Is that how the saying goes? Oh well, sometimes it ought to! ]'lovember 4-6, the weekend of the fall production of "You Can't Take It With You," proved to be an extremely nervewracking time and a great learning experience for all of the cast and crew involved. Opening night started out like any other opening night on the St. Albert stage, but a little time and a lot of bad luck soon changed that. To start things off, a fuse was blown out and the sound was lost. That wasn't so bad; the problem was easily handled by the calm and collected group. But tension rose during the third act when Mary Johnson missed an entrance and none of the on-stage characters knew why. The experienced seniors took control and soon had the show back on its feet when they discov24/ You Can 't Take It With You The Cast (In Order of Appearance) Penny Muffy Sycamore .............. .... ......... Horan Essie Beth Carmichael .... .................... La rsen Rheba......................... Lori Larsen Pa ul Doug Sycamore ....................... Epperson Fran Dan DePinna ........... .......... .. .. ..... Simon Ed Mike Carmichae l ................... . Mulvihill Dona ld .......... ... ........... .. Pat Pursell Gra ndpa Paul Ya nderhof ........................ . Diblasi Ali ce Ma ry Sycamore .... ................... .. Johnson Wilma Amy Hendersen .. ......... .. ..... ... Bremmer (Clockwise from left) Tony and Alice discuss wedding plans. Fun times building sets! We have to wonder what Paul Diblasi, Karl Rohling, and Beth Larsen are doing ... Essie and Penny listen to Gra ndpa reading a letter from the IRS. Mr. DePinna, Donald, and Rheba recall the disastrous evening with the Kirbys. Paul and Penny look on as Miriam and Anthony have a family squabble. ered that M ary had fa llen down the stairs and injured her ankle. Director Lin Holder was extremely proud of the club for recovering so well and for making the accident seem like a rea l part of the show. The show itself was about a slightly a bnormal family whose youngest da ughter wanted to marry into a rich well-todo New York family. At first it seemed impossible that the families would ever unite, but through the help of Grandpa (Paul Diblasi) and several of the Sycamore family's visitors, the families could even become friends. The basic point of the show was that wea lth a nd socia l sta tus are not always the most important things in life. It's good times, friends, a nd doing things you really enjoy that count; because after a ll, " You Can't Take It With You." Cast Conti nued Tony Kurt Kirby ............... ........ ...... Birusingh Boris Karl Kolenkhov ..... ................ .. . Rohling Gayle Laurie Wellington ... .. ......... .......... Nettles Anthony Dave Kirby ....... ............. ... ........... Tobias Miriam Kate Kirby .. ................. ... .. .... ... McGinn FBI Agen ts: J ay Pender Tim Keefe Sa lly Eberhard Mike Platt Olga Teresa Katrina .. ... ........ .......... .. ..... Book You Can·t Take It Wit h You / 25 Dances! Dances! Dances! What is the best way for track, Journalism, and individual classes to earn money? Organizing dances! Journalism made over 600 dollars this year by hosting several record dances after football and basketball games. , Journalism also put on the Christmas dance, which, despite its postponement to January, was a smashing success. Red Tagg, Complete Music, and the Brad Jeffrey / Tom Horan stereo setups each provided the jams at different da nces. Dances will always be a great thing to attend and to remember as well. Brad Jeffrey and Tom Horan take on the roll of disc jockey. Students enjoy themse lves at the dance. Kris Rallis and his women getting down. Fr. Kruse and Mr. Meshling are having a wild time chaperoni ng. 26 Danc.::~ Jeff Lehnen a nd Ann Olson take a moment to pause fo r the camera . That was one weird disc jockey a t the Christmas dance. r Are n "t Sammy Holcomb and Eric Peterson cute"! Donna Stivers begs Dom Catania to dance . J ackie Leggio a nd Ma ria Papazian wish someone would ask them to da nce. Danccs/ n Winter Play Chills Audiences 'fhe 1984 winter play, "Murder On Center Stage," proved to be a real challenge for everyone involved. In the play, the technical aspects of a production, such as lighting and sound, are a big part of the story. This made things difficult for the tech crew, because of limited equipment in the lighting and sound system of the S.A. stage. Nevertheless, the show beca me a success, in spite of weather and illnesses holding up progress. Audiences watched the story unfold of a group of college students becoming trapped in their theatre after a rehea rsa l. While trying to find a way out, they learn about a deranged janitor who is seeking revenge for having his acting dreams shattered twenty-five years before. "Murder" was also performed as a one-act play at the district speech contest, where it received a II rating. Sharon and Alice tell a ghost story to Terry, Mike, and David as they all wait for the theatre's own ghost to appear. Cast Call' The cast gets together for one last pose at photoca ll (Al ice, Terry, Sharon, J essica , Mrs. B, Dr. Shotwell , David , Mr. Sta nley, a nd Mike). Also entered at Distri cts were Lori La rsen a nd An na Jorgensen, who received a 11 ra ting fo r Ensemble Acting. 28/ Mu rdc r On Center Stage Jessica int errupts a rehea rsa l to complai n to Helen about the mess in the thea tre. The '85 Roadies clown around on stage after rehea rsal. Alice and Mike discuss their fa mous "ghost" with Terry while Mrs. B listens. The Cast Helen Bl ester .......... .. ....... .............. Muffy Horan Alice .. ....... ....... ....... ... .............. .. .... .... Beth Larsen Terry .. ......... ................ .................. Ma ry Joh nson Mike .......... .... ............. .............. ........ Paul Diblasi Sharon .. ... ............ ..... .... ................. Barb Osborne David ...... .. ................... .. ............. . Mike Mu lvihill Dr. Shotwell. ................. .... .. .. ......... Kate McGinn Jessica ..... ... .... ... ......... ....... ........ . .... ... LuAn n Fox Mr. Stanley ... ........ .... ..... ... ... ...... . Kurt Birusingh The Roadies Jack Smith Pete Book Matt Wise M urdcr On Cent er tagc/ 29 American Red Cross • MIJWEST REGDW. BLOOD SERYICES OMAHA , NEBRASKA I Amy Porter smiles fo r the camera as she bravely gives blood. Mike Platt dona tes his sha re fo r the Red Cross. 30/Bluud Mobi le -t:"Looo ~:~~D ~NjJIQN ~:T~~~~'--- DATE PLA~E, 1 INITIALS 1. d-1"-f- ?3 &~..i ;V_i o/j// . 2·~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3·~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 4·~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ s.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 6·~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ].~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FORM <1!18!1 (8•&8) Do n Ma lve n checks o ut the <i me a nd pl ace so he can be sure a nd g ive blood. ~ CUPID STRIKES AGAIN! Valentine's Day comes but once a year and everyone knows that day is February 14th. And just like every year Cupid's arrow struck the hearts of the St. Albert students. Over 1200 flowers and valentine's were sent, most of them red. Love was in the air and smiles could be seen in every classroom as cheerleaders ha nded out dozens of ca rna tions. Too bad that day does n't come more often. Khris Tho mas writ..:s up valentines in n c lass . . Arc he r' fro m Fru nkic ·.> Mr. She rbo reaus one 10 the c la,s. Ma rge M cCa nn prepa res to hand out va lentines. Vak ntine ·s Day/3 1 Sophs • raise money with . Fehr. Dance This year's Valentine Da nce was held in the cafeteria on February I 0th. The sop homore-sponsored dance was mostly attended by the underclassmen, but everyone who came seemed to be doing their best to have a good time. Music was provided by Complete Music, and in spite of a sma ller number of people attending, the Sophomores made over $250 in profits to add to their class fund. The decorating committee - Noreen, Lynne, Amy, and Gigi - show how much they enjoy balloons. Freshman coupl es dance together in step with the slow music. Na ncy Smith wa tches Jackie Leggio and Amy Honake r count the soph 's money. 32/Va lcntine's Dance Bob Wa tkins a nd Dia ne Burdick get down to the tunes of Complete Music . .. Has a nyone seen my date ?" asks Matt Johnson, as Dave Koe hl e r and John O'Connor search for theirs. Boy a re these kids hav ing fun! Just look a t them da nce. These cUl e g uys a nd ga l are Ronald Mueller. Chris Jeffrey. Christopher Fischer. Mall Johnson, and Steve Mace. Va lentine's Dancc/J3 Masses "We do at mass what Jesus did and bring that alive again on the hill. We try to strengthen us, to bring us closer together, and put us in touch with God . Hopefully, our different liturgies do that. " ... Father Kruse Masses this yea r each had their own specialness and the themes and homilies pointed that out. Students gathered together to share and celebrate the different occasions for which we had the masses. In the opening mass, students 7-12 heard of the importance of starting over. The other masses also went well but a particularly unique one was the one held for Linda Sundrup, where students and some faculty , with Father Kruse , prayed for God 's guidance during Linda 's illness. Individual class masses went well,' and the religion depa rtment, being On Top of Things, plans to have more smaller gatherings to ensure greater class unity and meaning. Katy Doy le receives the Eucharist from Miss Witte. The choir leads the singing at Mass. Student> offer ··a sign of peace.·· 34/ Ma>SC~ Fr. Hurley consecrates the Host as Fr. Kierna n and Fr. Kru se look on. Mike Goebe l reads 1he firs! reading. Fr. Kruse spea ks the Good News. Coach offers a prayer at Mass. Fr. Kiernan gives John Gubbels the "Bread of Life. ' ' a:-.~c~ J5 A Night Around the World ... A Night to Remember "A Night Around the World" was very much worth waiting for. t all took place Saturday evening, April 14, 1984, at 8:30. As the couples walked in they were greeted by the sophomore hosts and hostesses and were given Hawai ~n leis and punk glasses. The gym was filled with faculty, the biggest turnout ever of parents, and almost 200 excited juniors and seniors. Music was played by the band ltchee Brother, who had a little help from Paul Diblasi and Jeff Book doing their ZZ Top impressions. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of the Prom Queen and King, Jean Carlson and Dave Caparelli. The 1984 Prom Court consisted of: Tony Allmon and Amy Porter, Jackie Burke and John Gard, Tom McVey and Gina Jabro, Fred Roane and Kim Branstetter, and Tom Oberdin and Chris Jeffrey. The dance was over, but the festivities had just begun. Everyone went to the Rolla Rena to roller skate. After skating until about 3:00, people decided to move on to better things: bowling. After bowling, the Promgoers went their sepa rate ways, going out to breakfast or home to sleep. Jay Pender seems to be sayi ng, "No pictures, please" as he enters Prom with date Trudy. Jean Carlson and Dave Caparelli pose for a royal picture. Dave Caparelli is swept off his feet after becoming king ... 36/ Prom i . I I Jeff Alfers and Jenny Lehnen dance to the sound of ltchee Brother at Prom. Dea n Alfers and his da te dance at Prom. The crowd waits for the announcement of Prom King and Queen. Miss Witte's junior girls put their hot air to good use. Prom/ 37 'Anything Goes' ''Love Boat'' Anchors in Auditorium This year's musical was "Anything Goes," written by Cole Porter. The show was picked because it was funny, easygoing, and exactly the opposite of last yea r's show, " Gods pell." The show was almost like an episode of the " Love Boat": boy meets girl, loses girl, and gets girl back again. Billy Crocker, the man in love, is willing to do anything possible to get his girl, Hope, back again. Sir Evelyn is Hope's fiance when they boa rd the ship, but he ends up ma rrying Reno Sweeney, who succeeds in luring Evelyn away from Hope . Moonface Martin and Bonnie board the ship incognito but they're a ctually crooks trying to skip the border. They get involved with the whole deal and make matters even more humorous. Jn the end, everyone ends up with someone different; after all, "Anything Goes!" The passengers and crew ga ther to sing "Anything Goes." (Kneeling, from left : Dan Simon, Kurt Biruingh, Tim Keefe, Mike Mulvihill, Barb Osborne, Ma ry Johnson, Maureen Wickham, Melissa Stidham. Standing: Marge McCann , Theresa Book , Stephanie Keefe, Mary Brotherton, Bill Smyth , Doug Epperson, Juli Gubbels, Sue McDonald , Amy Bremmer, Lori Larsen, Norene Smith , Karl Rohling, Jack ie Leggio.) Mr. Whitney, Mrs. Harcourt, Reno, Hope, Billy, Bonnie and Moon team up fo r the grand fin ale. Wh il e being held in the ship's brig, Billy tri es to get Hope to ma rry him instead of Evelyn. 38/ Anyth ing Goes Reno a nd Sir Evelyn practice " misbehaving." Hope a nd Evelyn's wedding is interrupted by the a rrival of Plum Blossom (alias Reno Sweeney). Billy, disguised as a sailor, tries to tell Hope his feeling for her as Mrs. Ha rcourt looks confused. Main Characters Mr. Whitney .............. . Doug Epperson Hope Harcourt ............ . Laurie Nettles Sir Evelyn ...... .... .......... Kurt Birusingh Mrs. Ha rcourt ............... Kate McGinn Reno Sweeney .... ...... .... Mary Johnson The Angels: Chastity-Barb Osborne Charity-Melissa Stidham Purity-Maureen Wickham Virtue-Juli Gubbels Billy Crocker ..... .. ......... .. .. Pat Johnson Bonnie ......... .. .............. ... Muffy Horan Moonface Martin .......... .. Pa ul Diblasi The Capta in .................... .... Tim Keefe The Purser ........ .... ....... Mike M ulvihill Stewa rd / Ching ............ .. .... Da n Simon Steward/ Ling ............ .. ...... . Bill Smyth Bishop/ Sa ilor ...... .. ...... .. .. Karl Rohling The Passengers Marge McCann , Theresa Book, Stephanie Keefe , Mary Brotherton, Sue McDonald , Lori Larsen , Nancy Smith . Norene Smith , Jackie Leggio, Molly Hannan , Amy Bremmer. Anythi ng Goe ) 39 Academic/Athletic Awards And the • winners are Some awards given on May 9: Mary Ba rton - S .W.E . Certificate of Achievement; Dave Caparelli - St. Albert's Chapter of N .H.S. scholarship; J a ne Carlson - Godfather's Pizza scholarship; Mark Elliott - Nonpareils Most Valuable Staffer award; Patty Friel - A.C.T. academic scholarship; Kevin Fouts - Kiwanis Perfect Attendance award; LuAnn Fox - Woodman of the World award; Mike Goebel - Hy-Yee Scholarship; Pat Horan - Drake Scholarship; Maralea Keefe - State of Iowa scholar; Jeff Klein - West End Optimist Club scholarship; Lori Larsen - Brain Bowl scholarship; Bill McGruder - A.C.T. scholarship from .W. Missouri State; Tom Oberdin - Boys' State; Lisa O'Gara- West End Optimist Club scholarship; Louise Pat Horan and Bill Wettengel are both presented the Presiden t's Academic Fitness Award from Mr. Logsdon. Mrs. Leggio gives Mary Snook and Molly McGinn ca rnations for the Can't Survive Without You awa rds. Tony Allmon and Mark McPartland sha re the trophy fo r Wrestli ng. Lori Larsen heads down the aisle to accept her Brain Bowl Schola rship. 40/ Awa rds • • • Jay Pender displays the Dutch Robinson Memorial plaque a t the Winter Athl etic Ba nquet. J ay was honored for his pa rticipa tion in basketba ll. Korey C ulja t receives recognition from Mrs. Swa rtz ror his Ma th Skills. Rohling - Da ughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship awa rd ; Ba rb Simon - Brain Bowl scholarship; Pa ul a Smith - Academic Athlete awa rd ; Bill Wettengel - Sta te of Iowa schola r; Dave Whetstone - Iowa Scie nce a nd Math schol a rship; J a cque Young - World Herald's Most Valuable Staffer award; Jenny Moran - Briar Cliff scholarship. Awards were presented in several a reas such as Drama , Journa lism, Student Council , Vocal M usic, a nd Band. Schola rships to a ttend St. Albert were presented by Fa ther H urley. Athletic Ba nquets were held in the fa ll, winter, a nd spring. Porn Pon and cheerleading squads were also honored a t these ba nquets. Awa rds/ 41 Time for ''Movin' On'' "In the- end is my beginning." T.S. Eliot stated this many years ago, and when the month of May comes around, seniors everywhere develop a longing to be outside, out in the world and free. Graduation was held in the gym on Wednesday, May 23rd, and was, to those high suffering seniors, the end of their high school years but the start of something better yet to come. After an invocation by Father Hurley and a melody by the S.A. band, class president Kurt Birusingh welcomed the honored guests - Sister Dolores The graduates express pride and relief after receiving their diplomas. Diane Burdick lends a hand to Paula Smith in getti ng ready for the big event. Julie Cain smiles after receiving the long-awaited diploma. Doug Gray returns to his sea t. 42/Gradua tion - - :. · I., • Patty Friel receives congratulations from a frie nd. Senior boys awa it the end of graduation. McHugh a nd Bishop Maurice Dingma n - a nd reminded visitors of classmates who have begun different lives - Neil Tetzlaff, Jane Hughes, and Linda Sundrup. Valedictorian Mike Goebel and Saluta tori a n Maralea Keefe each gave their impressions of old school days a nd their life a head of them, a nd Muffy Horan captivated the a udience with her solo, "Time fo r Movi n' on·'. Then Principal Greg Logsdon made a brief reflection and got down to the heart of the ceremoGraduation/ 43 • • • End • IS just a beginning • • • ny - the presentation of diplomas. While Mr. Logsdon presented the graduates, Bishop Maurice Dingman a nd Area Board of Education president John Martin handed the graduates their certificate of completion. After remarks b y Sr . Dolores McHugh, superintendent of schools Diocese of Des Moines, Mr. Logsdon once aga in took the floor and presented Louise Rohling and Paul Diblasi the coveted Spirit of Saint Albert Award, given to the senior boy and girl who add the most Pa tty Jones has officially completed school. The Spirit of St. Albert awards went to Paul Diblasi and Louise Rohling. Senior girls prepare fo r gradua tion in the restroom. Michelle Ma rshall hugs a fe llow classmate. 44/Graduation Dave Clark says ··Finally! .. after ge tting his diploma . .. , ca n"t believe f" ve graduated' .. exc la ims Jane Carlson. to the life at St. Albert. Then, another song l:J y Muff y Horan and Doug Epperson encha nted the crowd a nd graduates with "Where do you go from here?" . Father Ed gave the St. Albert Award to old time pa tron a nd supporter JoA nn Hopp. Then, the fin al blessing by Bishop Dingman gave the graduates their last speech a nd afterwa rd , the ba nd played the recessional tha t accompanied the now a lumni out of the gym to a boisterous crowd of loving parents, friends, and fac ulty. G rad ua tion/ 45 Melissa Stidham, Theresa Book, and Karen Menges "ensemble" themselves in choir robes. Brian Osborne and Tom Oberdin study layouts from past years in order to get ideas for the basketball section. 46/ 0rganizations Mark Elliott shows his smashing underhand serve during the N HS - sponsored volleyba ll game, seniors aga inst the facu lty. Few Groups but Active Although S.A. doesn't have many organizations, the groups tha t did exist this year were noticed through their involvement in school activities. Student Council was able to achieve many things this year. Under their leadership the student body functioned very well. National Honor Society had its traditional Induction Day in the spring, and sponsored other activities such as Leadership Day, the Faculty-Senior volleyball game, and giving a scholarship to a graduating senior. In the music department, Chorus members worked hard to sing for school masses and other events. Les Musiques was a lso busy, singing at school masses, churches, and other community gatherings. Under the new direction of Marcia Johnson, the group's size dwindl ed considerably during the yea r but still sounded great. And that brings us to the St. Albert Band . Though small, it does exist and does its best to add a touch of class to athletic events, pep rallies, and school masses. Thanks to a few dedicated members, we are able to have live music a t these events. The members deserve recognition for a ll their ha rd work and dedication. . ,1. "'. Ii{~. ~I . ' Karl Rohling grins broadly, as Gina Jabro gives him his National Honor Society rose. O rga ni zations/ 4 7 ''Communicative Link'' Student Council did work Junior officers Gina Jabro, Tom Oberdin, Barb Simon, and Chris Jeffrey are caught during a high priority meeting. Sophomore president Vince Rew is surrounded by his loving staff, vice- president Lynne Murray, sec retar y Kim Schnitker, and treasurer Norene Smith. Sally Eberhard, Dan Poole, and Stephanie Keefe are caught in a candid shot. Kevin McGinn, vice-president of the freshma n class, met wi th a littl e misfortune on the sk i slopes. 48/Students Council This year the Student Council was packed full of humanitarians, dedicated to bettering the learning atmosphere for the student body. Though maligned by some of the students due to a Jack of accomplishments, they in reality did quite a number of things. They used their infinite knowledge to decide a good use for the money raised by the magazine drive. The funds were pumped into the locker rooms, such as locker repairs. Among other things pulled off were of great magnitude include these: An intramural basketball league was organized that proved to be a rousing success, with the winners receiving some nifty T-shirts; a nicely constructed suggestion box for the students was placed in the office so it would be available to everyone; and in an innovative move Student Council arranged for a few students to attend Marquette High School in West Point, Nebraska, for a few days. Student Council does, in fact, serve a purpose. Without the Student Council, a vital link in communicating with the people higher up would be missing. Just a nother day of the office for student council president Mike Goebel, vice-president Jacque Burke, and secretary-treasurer Jean Ca rlson. Kurt Birusingh a nd Tom Liston, two of our senior politicians, are captured forever on film. Da n Poole, Stephanie Keefe, Sally Eberhard, John O'Connor, Jeff Gross. Row 2 - Vince Rew, Norene Smith, Lynne Murray, Amy Honaker, Kim Schnitker, Gigi Varner. Row 3 - Ba rb Simon, Kim Branstetter, Chris Jeffrey, Tom Oberdin, Jenny Lehnen, Gina Jabro. Row 4 - Ma ralea Keefe, Lori Larsen, Jean Carlson, Jackie Burke, Linda Sundrup. Back - Mike Goebel, Tom Liston. S tudent Council/ 49 N H s • • Sue Niebur waits to hand her parents a rose, before taking her place with the ot~er new members that she is facing. CURRENT MEMBERS: !st Row: Marlea Keefe , Louise Rohling, Mary Snook, Gina Jabro. 2nd Row: Patty Friel, LuAnn Fox, Deanna Gross, Kate McGinn. 3rd Row: Mike Goebel, Paul Steenson, Bill Wettengel, Jacque Young. Paula Smith escorts her parents to their seats, as Louise Rohling, president of National Honor Society, announces the next new n:iember. 50/National Honor Society The a tiona l Honor Society again ma rked its high poi nt of the year with the induction of new members on A pril 18. Six seniors, three juniors, a nd four sophomores were chosen on the basis of HS 's high standards: Scholarshi p, Service, Leadership, and Character. The day was celebrated with grand tradition in the gym with a reception for new members a nd their parents following the ceremony. Another NHS highlight was the annual Facul ty vs. Seniors volleyball game in October. Overall, the faculty was victorious. Also, N HS sponsored Leadership Day on May 15, where class leaders and team capta ins were recognized for their abilities. The Society also gave a $100 schola rship to a graduating senior. OFFICERS President - Louise Rohling Vice President - Mike Goebel Secretary - Maralea Keefe Treasurer - Bill Wettengel HT LuAnn Fox taps in Teresa Andress, one of four sophomores inducted into HS. Lisa O'Gara presents the yellow rose to her mother. Ma rl a Keefe lights the candle of leadership. IND CTEES: 1st Row: Lisa Skow, Paula Smith, Lisa O'Gara , Mary Wiese, Linda Sundru p, Jeff Klein, a nd Teresa Andress. 2nd Row: Ka rl Roh ling, Denise White, Donna Stivers, Tom Thorn, Barb Simon and Sue iebur. National Honor Society/ SI Lettermen's Club goes backwards and inside out ' .. " The 1983-1984 Letterma n' Clu b is a volunta ry orga ni za tion open to a ny vari e ty o r letter winners. We try to have ru n ac tiviti es for mem bers, and a lso dona te time a nd money to various ath letic tea ms - like buying a set or free weights ror the we ight room,'' says Coach Dick Wettengel , sponsor of the organ iza tion. The year was filled with many ac tiviti es sta rting with a n election for the c lub's officers. The club was in charge of the Winter Athletic Ba nquet honoring ba s ketba ll , wrestling, the porn pon squad , a nd the cheerleaders. As the yea r progressed, they a lso sponsored the a nnual senior vs. faculty softball game a nd . . ' . ..... - ,._ ~ Too bad Tim Fields can't turn his head all the way around. Letterman's clu b: fi rst row: Pam Genereux, Jean Carlson, Tim Fields, Dan Simon, Lisa Claussen. second row: John Gard. Paul Diblasi, Jenn y Poole, Beth Larsen, Denise Wh it e. Shell y Corba ley, Jackie Leggio, Kell y Lawlor. third row: Ken Masker, Scott Green, Mike Doran, Mike \llulvihill. Paul Romano, Jackie Burke, Tom Liston, \llary Jo Rya n. Doug Epperson. Which way should Bri an Osborne be bending over? 52/ Lcttermcn's Club held a backwa rds, inside-out day to initia te the new members. 1983-84 Letterma n Club Members are: Tom Allmon, Tony Allmon, Chris Bowers, Kim Bra nstetter, Dia ne Burdick, Ge ne Ca nnon, Dave Capa relli, Mickey Ca puto, Jane Carlson, Jea n Carlson, Dom Ca ta ni a , Lisa Cl a ussen, Shell y Corba ley, Kelly Culjat, Paul Diblasi, Ka ti e Doy le , Doug Epperson, Tim Fields, Matt Ge ier, Pat Geier, Pam Genereux, Scott Green, Fred Grote , Ann Henderson, Chris Jeffrey , Mary Johnson, Pat Johnson, Maralea Keefe , Kris Kinart, Sue Koehler, Beth Larsen, Lori Larsen, Kelly Lawlor, Peggy Lenihan , Tom Liston , Tom Martin , Ken Masker, Mike Mulvihill , Marge McCann , Scott McDonald , Tom McYey, Tom Oberdin , Terry O"Grady , Barb Osborne , Brian Osborne, Jay Pender, Mike Petratis, Jenny Poole, Mike Raes, Jacque Ra tiga n, Shelia Ra tiga n, Renae Ravlin, Fred Roa ne, Ka rl Rohling, Rex Roma no, Matt Root, Mary Jo Rya n, Tom Schnitker, Ellen Sillik, Ba rb Simon, Dan Simon, Paul Steen son , Donn a Sti ve rs , Brenda Stokes, Lori Sundrup, Tom Thorn, Karen Vanderloo, Gigi Varner, Bill Wettengel, Denise White, J acque Young. OFFICERS KRIS RALLIS president LOUISE ROHLING vice-president J ACKIE BURKE secreta ry PAULA SMITH treasurer Shelly Corba ley a nd Lori Sundrup are inside/ out journa lism st udents. Juni or Lettem1en Mike Petratis, Mi ke Raes. and Pete Book. stand to be recognized . Lette rmen's Club/ 53 /j/~~nb 11<f:! 41 ~ w J, f//J ~ ;:J/ A ~c:: /.,, ~ o~~&.:>®~ ~ ~ .., ~ "~ 11:,, ~ ~ ~ ® ~ Laurie Nettles, Jackie Leggio, Nancy Smith, Norene Smith, a~a Stidham go over their music. Director Marcia Johnson shows the group how it's done. Doug Epperson tickles the ivories for Les Musiques. Les Musiques members model that latest fashion from the Sears catalog. (Left to right: Doug Epperson, Jackie Leggio, Kate McGinn, Laurie ettles, Suzi McDonald, Diane Meyerring, Amy Bremmer, Melissa Stidham, 'ancy Smith, and Norene Smith.) The senior high Chorus gets set for a performance. (Fir t row: Laurie ettles, Mary Johnson. Second row: Melissa Stidham, Muffy Horan, Jean Carlin, Theresa Book. Third row: Pat Johnson, Mike Platt, Karen Menge .) Les Musiques endure an arduous workout. Les Musiques-Chorus/55 Band grows • in • size Peter Franks warms up on the saxophone. The 1983-84 Va rsity Band ca rried on the tradition of years past. It a lso enjoyed a n increase in membership over past years. Maureen Daly, J uli Gubbels, Troy Holmberg, Kris Michal a nd Dawn Zimmerman played the flute. Pam Genereux a nd Shirley Tobias graced us with 1st Row: Troy Ho lmberg , Kris Michal , Dawn Zimme rman , Maureen Daly, Pam Genere ux, Sh irley Tobias. 2nd Row: Peter Franks, Ke n Warnke , Kris White, Julie Gubbels, Andrea Genereux, Michelle Johnson, Tom Snook . 3rd Row: Dan Shaver, Tim Fields, Pal Pursell , Tony Goeser, S1uar1 Ede lbrock . The percussion section works on gelling the beat during 03 . 56/Band their ta lents on the cla rinet. Pete Franks played a lto saxophone while Michelle John on a nd Tom Snook dazzled all with tenor saxs. Andrea Genereux was the lone trumpeteer, and Ken Warnke and Kris White played the trombone ' ._ The percussion instruments we re ·skillfully hand led by Tim Feilds, Tony Goeser, Kell y Lawlor, Pa t Purse ll , a nd Da n S have r. Stuart Edelbrock stood a lone wi th his bells. The ba nd was much la rger this yea r beca use of the ten fre shmen joining their ra nks. l t will a lso remai n strong next year since this yea r's ba nd only included two senior members, Pete Franks a nd Kell y Lawlor. The ba nd presented two public concerts, played at a ll home athletic events, and a lso played a t Gradua tion . Some members a lso a ttended these events: the Southwest Iowa Honor Ba nd Festival in Red Oak, the Wayne Sta te College Honor Ba nd Festival, the UNO Honor Ba nd in Oma ha, the Conference Band Clinic in Fremont, Neb., State Solo a nd Ensembl e Contest a t Missouri Valley, a nd Sta te La rge Group Contest a t A.L. Freshman flu1 ies1 prac ti ce keeping in wnc. S1uar1. Tom and Kris prepare for playing al graduation. Kris White and Maureen Daly ell ti ckets at the annual Chili Supper. Band/57 Coac h Sch ich ilone intently wa tches the ac tion. Quarterback Ed McGi ll tries to outrun a Boystown defender. John Ga rd getting ready to turn it on and slip by defenders. Pete Book studies the pla ying surface before a bi g game. John Gard gets the ball from Ed McGill and prepares to go all the way. 62/Footba l I Wins Down Stretch The 1983 varsity football tea m ended up with five wins a nd four losses. The Falcons started out slow but then came on to have a winning season . The teams' five wins came over such te a ms as TJ , Cathedral , Carrol Kuemper, Holy Name, a nd St. Joseph. The best win of the season had to be aga inst Carrol Kuemper where everyone pulled together to beat a very good tea m. . Most of the playe rs thought tha t this game rea ll y united the tea m a nd helped to make the '8 3 season a good one. "It was just a great game because we played together for the first time," sa id Ma rk McPa rtl and. The Fa lcons' four losses came against Le Mars, Abe Lincoln , Boystown, and Lewis Centra l. Eve n though th e Falco ns lost the Lewis Ce ntra l ga me, ma ny pl ayers th oug ht it was th e most exciting game th ey have played in. Also mo t fa ns th o ug ht it was th e b est game they've seen. In this ga me the whole school united to cheer on th e Falcons. The schoo l a lso felt th e loss but were still proud of their Fa lcons. Much like the season, this was a game of ups a nd downs. "The loss to LC was disappointing, but the spirit th a t was generated by Save Grid Season that game was ove rwhe lming! said Kris Ral lis. The team had 1,567 yards rushing this yea r fo r an ave rage of 174. I yards per game. John Gard was the individual leade r with 156 carries for 885 yards and nin e touchdowns. Ed McG ill threw fo r 439 yards on the season. He a lso threw fo r a pair of touchdowns. The leading rece ivers were John Gard, 8 catches for 2 10 ya rd s a nd Steve Plummer 12 catches for 80 yards and one touchdown. For tea m defense, the Falcons allowed 1,069 ya rds. Tom A llmon led the team in tack les with 68. Tom Martin and Tom T horn led the tea m with 5 interceptions each. Members of the team elected to the a ll-city tea m were first team: Larry Roha tsc h, Kris Rallis, Mickey Caputo, John Gard, Jeff Shuda k, Tony Allmon, Mark McPartland, a nd Dave Clark. Second team : Dean Alfers, Frank Sta nder, Scott Green, Fred Roane, Tom Allmon, Pat Masker, and Tom Thorn. Steve Plummer, Jeff Book, Paul Diblasi, Pa t Johnson , Tom Martin, Ed McGill, and Mike Raes all received honorable mention. Varsity Football S.A. 13 S.A. 0 S.A. 7 S.A. 0 S.A. 45 S.A. 28 S.A. 28 S.A. 14 S.A. 20 T.J. 12 Le Mars 34 A.L. 9 Boys town 14 Cathedral 6 Kuemper 6 Holy ame 13 St. Jose ph 12 L.C. 21 (3 OT" s) Fmllball/63 Joe Shaver sweeps around end with Fil Cata nia leadin g the way. The line valiantly holds off the oncoming lineman of A. L. Young Falcons Seek Bright Future 64/ Footbal l Ed McG ill ni mbly eludes the ru sh of two mammoths from L. The Fa lcons c heer jubi la ntl y a ft e r a score by th e defense. 1, 1: Jim Fn;eman. Mark McPanland. Da vid Nieben. Mark Ell iott. Pau l Dib lasi. Da ve C lari-.. Karl Rohling. Tom Thorn . 2 nd: Coach W a hl, Scott Hoffma n, C hris Bowers, Tom Allmon, .Joe Shave r, J eff Schmitz, .John G a rd, Jeff S h udak, Fred Roa ne. T om Martin , Mike Petra t is, Coaches Wrig ht a nd Schi c hilone. 3rd : Ke ll y Blum, Scott McDona ld , Dorn Ca - tania , Tom Oberdin , Pe te Book, Bill McGruder, Mickey Caputo, Pa ul Roma no, Terry O'Grady. Don M a lvern, 4th: Rex Roma no. Vince Rew, Fil Cata ni a, Ken W a rnke, Ken Masker, .Je ff J\lfers. Bob Watkins, Scott Green, Pa t Mas ker, Mike Ryan . )th : La rry Rohatsc h. Ste ve Plu1n111e r. Sid Edelhrock. Pal John, 011 . To ny A llmon . Dean Alkr, , Kri' RalJi,. kll !:look. Ed McG ill. Mike Rae, . hi : Mark Hee nan . llrian R. o habd1. Troy Holinherg. M.irJ.. Petrtis, Kevin McGinn , Leland Fox . Larry Ratiga n, .John O 'Co nno r. 2 nd : Mike Maske r, C hris S la ter, Dan Murray, Brian Mi ll er, J e ff Gross, M a tt Jo hnso n, Ro nald M ueller, Jim I law k. Mall Geir. 3rd : Steve Mace, Ken Fox , Da n have r. Do nald .l abro, Dan Poole. Tim fie lds. Coach W ettengel. Early Mornings Pay Off For Pom-Pon Girls The Porn-Pon squad started their season with not only many new members but also a new director, Miss McGuire. The girls were a bit apprehensive before starting the season, after so ma:iy members of a spectacular squad gradua ted last year. However, with a lot of ha rd work and dedication, this year's squad has performed a variety of excellent routines. 66/Pom Pon Getting up at 6:30 in the morning during summer vacation may be something !\my Porter "gets down" to "Walking in L.A ." The squad enhances its routine to " Jump" with some specia l effects. Pommers show their "synchron icity." Kim Bra nstetter & Mary Snook pose fo r the crowd duri ng a spirit rally performance. The squad thrills the fa ns wi th a new & exciting routi ne with ribbons. you'd never even consider doing, but the sixteen girls on the 198 3-84 Porn-Pon squad were at school every other day at 7:30 a.m. On August 7, the girls were off to the a tio na l Cheerl ea din g Assoc iatio n Camp at ISU in Ames, wha t they'd been looking towa rd all summer long. T he first night, a fter registration, wa iti ng for room keys and mea l tickets, a nd getting settled into the dorms, they performed their home routine to " On the Loose" by Saga . The girls were given a red (excellent) awa rd for their efforts. The Pommers received the Spirit Stick award two out of the three days. Overa ll, they brought home with them the Sweepstakes trophy for the total amou nt of ribbons won, lots of ideas for excellent routines, and a special highlight. Linda Sundrup received the Celebrity award, one of five awa rded for hav ing ex tra enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and talent. 1983-84 Porn-Pon Squad Kim Branstetter Jean Carlson Jean Fox Deanna Gross Chris Jeffrey Maralea Keefe (Capt.) Beth Larsen Jenny Lehnen Laurie Nettles Jenny Poole Amy Porter (Co-Capt.) Kim Schnitker Ellen Sillik Mary Snook Brenda Stokes Linda Sundrup I st Row: Mary Snook, Chris Jeffrey, Kim Branstetter. 2nd Row: Beth Larsen, Kim Sch nitker, Jean Carlson, Deanna Gross, Ellen Sillik, Amy Porter. 3rd Row: Laurie Nettles, Jenny Lehnen, Brenda Stokes, Maralea Keefe, Jean Fox, Linda Sundrup, Jenny Poole. Porn Pon/ 67 Squads Build Up Spirit The Cheerleading Season began on March 17 of last year ( 1983) with tryouts and the announcement of the new squad members. The first order of business was to pick out the new uniforms and to decide the captains for football, wrestling, and boys' and girls' basketball. Beginning June 3, the Varsity girls were up on the hill at 7:00 every morning to learn new cheers and improve on old Pam Genereux plays "cupid" as she sorts through valentines. Denise White jumps with enth usiasm as she and Donna Stivers cheer at a pep ra lly. Junior Varsity cheerleaders, (front), Alyce Russell, Sue Hotz*, Jennifer Ogg*, (back), Cindy Berrima n*, Barb Abboud, and Connie Persinger. 68/Cheerleaders ones. They were not only getting ready for the coming school year with the ga mes, pep rallies, an d making spirit signs, but a lso for the I.C.F. (I nternationa l Cheerleading Foundation) Camp, which was held at Iowa State University in Ames during mid-July, the 17th th ru the 20th . After all of their hard work, the girls were ready for camp. Off they went to spend four days learning new things about the activity they had undertaken fo r the coming year. The squad had a successful camp session bringing home the spirit stick and ma ny other ribbons and awards of excellence. They were Grand Champion Fina lists a nd won the Super Spirit pin. W ith the new season , came new cha nges. The sponsor, Konnie Weigma n, started a three year rotation of school owned uniforms. Mrs. Weigman hand -made the girls' skirts, which helped reduce the cost of uniforms for the Cheerleaders, yet the girls still have many other expenses. Another change which was added was a pep club, not only for sports, but for all activities, such as plays, musical and Les Musiques. Throughout the year, the Cheerleaders have many fundraisers. During the summer, the squads took turns running the baseball concession stand, before the big games they sell spirit buttons, and they can always be found selling flowers and valentines near February 14th. There is a lot of hard work involved, which many people don't realize. Many hours are spent practicing and doing things for the school and athletes. They come to all of the games, serve at athletic banquets, make signs, decorate halls and lockers, and bake for various teams. Va rsity cheerleaders, (front), Pam Genereux, Denise Walter, Sheila Ratigan, Marge McCann*, Kelly Culjat*, Michelle Tighe, (back), Ka ren Vanderloo, La ura O'Gara•, Ka tie Doyle *, Donn a Stivers, Denise White, and Vanessa Hollinger. Karen Vanderloo gets ready to bury the jackets in the first footba ll pep ra lly. Freshmen cheerleaders, (front), Jean Carlin, Chelle Spidell*, Amy Marshall, (back), Penny Ramirez, Kari Larsen. and Jenny Holder. Cheerleaders/ 69 First Row: Mary Jo Ryan, Ellen Sillik, Jackie Burke, Kris Kinart, Jackie Leggio, Barb Osborne, and Alicia McCoy. Second Row: Doug Epperson, Chris Brosn ihan, Dave Tobias, Dan Simon, Mike Mulvihill, and Coach John Shorey. Third Row: Ron Marshal l, Tom Liston, Tom Schnitker. Dan Simon is struggling to the finish line. Skill on the Hill Tom Liston is always runnin g for a victory. Strategies are discussed in a huddle. 70/Cross Country Wh il e everyone else was a t home en - joying the rema inin g summer vacation, the S.A. Cross Country teams were ha rd at work. Poundin g the pavement a nd conq uering hills we re al l pa rt of the twoa -d ay workouts. The season opener was a t the neig hboring course - A.L. Eve ryone did fa irly well, considering it was the fi rst meet. Senior Tom Liston showed his leadersh ip by ta king first in the varsity boys race. As the season progressed, a ttitudes improved a long with workouts a nd team spirit. The team set 3 goals for the season: win Conference, have fun a nd go to State. H ighlights of the season included Coach Shorey's Lamaze classes, the new addition of the teams mascot - Laura Shorey and practice at Fairmont Park. With the season's end came the achievements of two goals - Both teams won Conference and both teams went to State. Having fun took care of itself throughout the course of the season . This season proved the fact that the Coach is just clown ing around. S.A. Cross Country teams are definitely on "top of things. " The team is showing off their new sweats at the State meet. J ackie does better tha n ever, she places I 000 out of 1001. Cross Coun1 ry/7 I Bump, Set, Spike, Wini! Louise Rohl ing powers the ball over the net. Kim Bra nstetter sets the ball as the Saintes prepare to attack. 72/Voll<! ybal l First year hea d coach Ka te Witte started her tea m off ha rd and ea rly in A ugust, with two practices a day. The conditioning in the morning was intense, a nd the hea t a nd humidity was nea rly unbearable. However, the stress pa id off, a nd this year's volleyball team was in excellent shape to begin the seaso n. Things were looking up for this season, with three returning letterma n seniors, and the team working ha rd . Then it ha ppened. Senior setter Louise Rohling was set back by a sudden a ppendectomy. With the starting quarterback of the tea m out of the line-up for a t least two weeks things looked blea k for the Saintes. Indeed, things did start slowly, but as the Saintes were improving two young ladies were gaining valua ble experience in the setter posi tion - Shelly Corbaley and Kim Branstetter. Having never played in a varsity setting spot. these two fill ed th e spot of Chez a nd proved to th emse lves a nd fhe team tha t they cou ld come th rough in the clutch . Before long, Rohling returned , and a lready the tea m welcomed her back while they were on a winning streak of o ne . In the middl e of the season the S a intes were red hot a nd rolling - a fi ve game winning streak which included wins over Glenwood, a nd tough Oma ha powers as Holy ame, St. Joseph 's, Duchesne, a nd the most signifi ca nt win over Omaha Mercy . Down one game o n a not he r team's home court on Pare nts' ig ht, the Saintes rallied to beat th em three ga mes to their two. This was th e first time in the history of the St. Albert volleyba ll program th a t the Saintes have de fe a ted the Monarchs. As the team ga ined more va luab le ex - pe ri e nce, they played mo re consistently a n-d \/CfY we ll , eve n in defea t. A n example of th is woul d be the ga me aga inst A bra ham Lin coln - a much stro nge r a nd more t a le n ted tea m , whe re th e Sa intes played the ir " best funda menta l vo lleyba ll of the season" accord ing to Ka te W itt e. Sectiona ls started off we ll , with the Sa intes domin a ting ove r Trey nor, 3-1 . The nex t nig ht they played Tri-Center a nd it was a thrille r. T ri-Cente r ca pita lized on the Sa intes slow sta rt, a nd was up two ga mes to none before a g rea t crowd a nd de te rm ina tion bro ught them back to win th e nex t two ga mes. With t he ga mes eve n up, the onl y game was the fift h. A ft er a tremendous effort, the Sai ntes lost a hea rtbrea ke r, 11 - 15. Honors received by the tea m we re numerous a nd impressive. Senior Pa ula Smith , one of the major offensive weapons on th e tea m, was na med to fi rst tea m A ll Confe rence a nd fi rst tea m A ll-City. Se ni o r Co-ca pt a in Mary Wi ese was na med honora ble mention to the AllC ity tea m. Louise Rohling, a lso Co-capta in of the tea m provided va lua ble experience a nd play during the second ha lf of the season. She was na med second tea m A ll-C ity a nd honora bl e mention A ll Confe rence. The voll eyba ll ers ended their season 9-11-1 , a nd look fo rwa rd to next season with va lua ble expe ri ence, a nd the volleyba ll program should prog ress even furthe r. The future teams coming from the junior va rsity a nd the fres hma n team should a dd depth to the re turning letterma n. First yea r coaches Deb Olson of the j unior va rsity tea m, a nd fres hma n coac hes Ma ry A nn Rud e rsd orf a nd S herri Wehr a ll we re pl eased with their tea m's development. VO LLEY BA LL AWARDS Ma ry Wiese Best Blocker Louise Rohling Best Digger Best Setter Pau la Smith Best Serve r Best Spike r Ba rb Simon Most Improved Kim Bra nstetter a nd Pa ul a Smith dis pl ay their disg ust as t hey suffer a loss aga inst Tri-Center in Sec tional Fina ls. Mary Wiese bumps wi th sk ill. Vu llc)hall/73 74/Vollcyba ll -~...._B_ASK.__ETI 1st row - J acqu e Ratiga n. Jenn y Poole, C he z Roh li ng, Kim Bra nstetter, Shell y Corba lcy, Ma ry J ohnson, 2nd row - Coach Ka te Witte, Pa ul a Smit h, Ma ry Wiese. Barb Simon. Renae Ravlin. Chris J effrey. Coa ch Deb Olsen . Mary J ohnson docs it wi th class. Pa ula S mith says " In your face!!' " Senior bench . Mary c~.: and hris Je ffrey shuw how it's done. I st row - Kris White, Jenn y Hold er, Stephanie Keefe, Joelle Corba ley, Theresa Burkey. 2nd row - Coach Ma ry Ann Rudersdorf, ancy Smith, Ann Peterson, Melani e Miller, Ann Romano, Bonnie Ficek, Andrea Genereux. On Parents Night, the team presents the seniors wi th roses. Amy Bremmer shows her spiking " techniqu e? " / 1, 1 row - k1111y Pook. Ka111la Birusi ng h. Ma ry Jo hnson. Amy Bremmer. JacqUL' Ra1 igan. Theresa Boo k. nd row - Ly nne Murray. Tonia Geiger. Erica Nielse n . K ris Manin. Norene Smi1h . Cri' Sc h111i1 z. Amy Honaker. Tcre"1 A ndress. Fr.:shman M:I up 1h.:ir ollc nsc. Vn llcyh:1l l/75 Eric Peterson craftly induces his oppone rit to the ma t. Scott Green compa res arms with his opponent. (Opposite page) Tom Ma rtin shows his joy with a victory' Tony Allmon set to pin another opponent en route to a 21-6 record. Joe Shaver finds time to rest during a bruta l match' Isl row: Tim Fie lds. Ron Mueller, Matt Ge ier, Dan Murray, 2nd row: Coac h Dick Wright. Rex Romano, Eri c Pe1crso n. Joe Shaver, Scott McDona ld . Mike Raes, 3rd row: Scott Green, Tom Ma rlin , Tom Allmon. Bob Wa tkins. Tony Allmon, Ma rk McPa rtla nd , Asst. Coach Tim Pi erson. 76/Wrestling The Varsit y Falcon Grapple rs fi nished with a 4-5 du a l record in the 1983- 84 campaign. The record was no t indica tive of the tale nts of the team , though. nder first yea r head coach Dick Wrig ht a nd assistant coa ch Tim Pierso n, th e yo ung Falcon team reached man y previously set goa ls a nd pl a ced high individu a ll y many times t hrough - o ut th e yea r. Senior, 145 pounder, M a rk McPa rtland wrestl ed to a 22-2 record before being injured in the finals of the Sectio na l Meet. Mark finished first in the City T o urn a ment , St. Joseph In vita ti onal , and the West Harrison In vit ationa l. H e became a three time ebra ska Centennia l Confe re nce C hamp. T ony A llmon . who competed a t 185, ended his sea so n with a record of 2 1-6. He was a three year Ne braska Centenni a l Confere nce C hamp a lso a nd took fi rst in the /\udobon Tourna ment. He rece ived a seco nd pl ace finish in Sectiona ls a nd fe ll one short at the District Mee t. Junior T om A llmon was th e lone Falcon Wrestler to compe te in the Sta te Tourn a me nt a t Des Moines. Fun turned into tragedy, thoug h, as he was pinned in first ro und ac tion. Tom, a 155 pound er, e n ro ute to a 24-5 record, won the Audobon T ourn a ment a nd a lso the Sec tiona l a nd District Meets on his way to state. Coac h Dick Wright thought his first year seaso n "went rea lly well a nd was pleased with th e enthusiasm ." With wrestlers r e turnin g in I 0 of the 12 weight classes, the Falcons should be a squ ad to bea t in 1985. Junior Tom Allmon a nd Eric Peterson said tha t "the incentive th a t we rece ived from th e coaches this year was so motiva ted: the mora le was hig h a nd the wrestlers stuck toge the r as famil y. Next yea r, we will be un stoppa ble." 98 - Mau Geier I 05 - Tim Fields 11 2 - Scott McDona ld 11 9 - Ch ris Vande rl oo, Dan Murray I 26 - Eric Peterson 132 - Tom Martin, Rex Romano 138 - Scott Green, Joe Shaver 145 - Mark McPa rtland 155 - Tom Allmon 167 - Bob Wa tkins 185 - Tony Allmon Hwt. - Mike Raes \,\i rc,r Ii ng/77 Falcons' 'Flounder'· . ' AL game - best of season Varsity boys' basketball: !st row: Jay Pender, Bill Wettengel, Matt Root, Mike Doran, Jeff Shudak, Tom Thorn . 2nd row: Coach Dick We tte ngel, M ike Goebel , Steve Plummer, Matt Sullivan, Pat Johnson, Pat Geier, Ed McGill, Coach Mike Kava rs. Not pictured Bria n Osborne, Kurt Branstetter Su rrounded by Cha rgers is Pa t Geier. Matt Root demonstrates his forteball handling. 78 / Basketball It's a bird , it's a pla ne, . .. it's a fis h. T he Fa lcons pulled off a stu nning vic tory aga inst city riva l A brah am Lincoln during the mid-season . The game was such a trounce tha t some sour grape A .L. fa ns had th e ga ll to th row a whole, raw slimy fish ac ross th e n oor to our side a t ha lf-time. This, combined wi th the twenty point defea t of the Lynx, made th is game the high point of the season. In fa ct, the Fa lcons had ma ny high points, but not ma ny wins. They ra n with Ca rroll Kuemper, a much ta ller a nd more ta lented team, but came up a fi ve point loser to the fi fth rated team in the state . During the year, they faced a total of six a ll-sta te selections, along with the fa ct t ha t their opponents usually stood from five to nine inches taller than the scrappy Fa lcons. Also against the Falcons was lack of experience . Although they had ten seniors on the team, the only one who saw much action the year before was guard Jay Pender. This "green " team could be a reason why the Falcons dropped three games by two points or less per game a t the begi nning of the season. However - they never gave up. Says junior Steve Plummer, "We gave every game our best effort, and if the ball had bounced our way a couple of times, we might have come out with a winning record. Now we have to look toward next season, and I feel that we can be a pretty good team." The team faired well against city competition, winning two games out of four, with wins over Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln. They closed out the season with a nother tough battle with Red Oak. This time, superior height and depth on the bench, along with the typical boisterous home crowd at Red Oak, finished the Falcons 67-53. Their record, 8-1 1, doesn 't really do justice to the effort put forth every time they hit the floor. G ua rd J ay Pender pumps one up from the la ne. Steve Plummer powers in a tough basket. S.A. - Opp. Tri Center 74- 62 Glenwood 51 - 52 St. Joe 52 - 54 Thomas Jefferson 48 - 54 Cathedral 85 - 64 Abraham Lincoln 51 - 79 Ca rroll Kuemper 54- 61 Atlantic 70 - 72 Lewis Central 51 - 79 Columbus 49 - 58 Holy Name 59 - 43 Ca thedral 37 - 45 Treynor 61 - 56 Gretna 35 - 57 Pla ttsmouth 54 - 50 Missouri Valley 58 - 47 Boys town 57 - 71 Thomas Jefferson 39 - 34 Red Oa k 53 - 67 (8-1 I record in 1983-1984 season) Tom Thorn shows his "perfect form" jumper. Steve Plummer skies against Boystown. Matt Root launches a three-pointer. Mike Goebel contributes to the A.L. defeat by adding his two. .. Standing ta ll to accept the charge is Brian Osborne. John O'Connor puts up a shot as Ken Fox struggles for position. J.Y. boys' basketball: !st row: Kory Culja t, Darrin Martin, Vince Rew, J eff Shudak, Tom Mc Vey, Brad Jeffrey, Paul Steenson. 2nd row: Coach Dick Wettengel, J ack Smith, Ken Masker, Dom Catania, Gene Can non, Bri an Osborne. Kelly Blum, Ed McGill. Freshmen boys' basketball: !st row: Jeff Gross, Jim Hawk, Ron Ma rsha ll , Chris Fischer, Mark Heenan, Chris Slater. 2nd row: John O'Connor. Dan Shaver. Bria n Miller, Ken Fox, Troy Holmberg, Dave Koehler, Mark Petratis, Dan Poole , Tom Schnitker. Le land Fox. Mike Masker, Coach Wayne MacLearn . Ba ·ketball/81 Saint es strive for • wins Senior Louise Rohling powers her way to the basket. Wins are not always counted as how many more points you score than your opponent. It is often what is gained, learned, and retained that constitutes a victory. Such was the case this year, as the Saintes had another season as the last - the losses out-numbering the wins. But some things just can't be counted when it comes to growing - and the time spent by this year's team was very valuable. One might look at the record - 5-16, a nd give all sorts of excuses. The point is, Seniors Jenny Moran and Diane Burdick attempt to get the ball to half-court. The team ga thers fo r festivities at the Ravlin residence. Ju nior Ba rb Simon applies defensive pressure to her guard. 82/ Basketball sta tistics a nd scores ca n't even compa re to fri endships, feelings, a nd a ttitudes - a ll a re immea urable. Ten of their losses came by ten points or less. Ma ny we re ve ry, very ha rd to swa llow. An importa nt note here was that they were a team, and they won a nd lost as a unit. It was a team of friends a nd a ttitudes were good . However, it is very ha rd to keep morale up when losses kept coming despite hard fought games. Against Underwood , a last second bomb from thirty feet gave the Saintes their 15th loss. At Abra ha m Lincoln , the Sa intes lost by one po int a fter a ttempting a last second shot. Shelby-Tenna nt won a ft er a technica l fo ul was assessed to our bench with eight econds left in the game a nd their free -th row was good, a nd they won by one point. This is onl y a sampling of the frustra ti ons these Sa intes felt. To try your ha rdest, they say, is the greatest rewa rd , grea ter tha n victory. But in a seaso n like this one, that line is difficult to bu y. ln a way, the whole season was like the last seconds of the game - frustrating, exciting, disappointing, a nd gone entirely too fast. Seniors composed threefo urths of the team, a nd their leadership, tac t, and poise helped the team through the tough times. Their spirit was the glue that held together temperaments and feelings. The team voted the best three seniors as such: Most Va luable Player honor was sha red by gua rd Renae Ravlin a nd forwa rd Pa ul a Smith; Conzemious Sportsma nship Award went to Louise Rohling. Renae Ravlin looks upcourt after pulling down another rebound . Fleet- foo ted Paula Smith glides past her oppone nt fo r another .. two·'. Mary Wiese skies fo r the rebound . S.A.-Opp. S.A.-Opp . Missouri Valley 56-67 Malvern 45-64 Lewis Central 37-55 Farragut 55-46 Glenwood 40-46 Tri Center 5 1-68 Thomas Jefferson 64-52 Harlan 47-66 Abraham Lincoln 39-45 Avo-Ha 67-4 1 Shelby Tennant 62-63 Elk Horn 54-60 Manilla 59-79 Treynor 62-70 Thomas Jefferson 58-36 Underwood 61-63 Carroll Kuemper 60-88 Underwood 45-44 Abraham Lincoln 58-59 Tri Center 55-84 Sioux City East 53-67 (5-1 6 record in 1983-1984 season) Basketball/ 83 I st row: Jenny Moran, Renae Ravi in , Paula Smith, Jane Carlson, Chez Rohling, Mary Wiese. 2nd: Kell y Lawlor, Ma ry Rya n, Ma ri Suden, Amy Geier, Erica Nielson, Jacque Ratiga n, Barb Simon, Lori Sundrup. Winding up her free throw is Jane Carlson. 84/ Basketba ll Jn proper form . Ma ry Wiese blocks out her forward. Pl aying some forwa rd "D' ' is junior Barb Simon. Frosh produce best record ever, 9-2 Freshman team: I st row: Donna Roane , Stephanie Keefe. Alicia McCoy , Theresa Burkey, Andrea Genereux , Kris White, Bonnie Ficek, Juli Gubbels. 2nd Row: Mgr. Joelle Corbaley, Kristi Michaels, Tricia Ra ngel, Ann Petersen, Sally Eberhard, Melanie Miller. Ann Leber, Ann Romano, Maureen Wickham, Barb Osborne. Mgrs. Me llissa Stidham, Nancy Smith . Ma ry J o Rya n, Amy Honaker, J ackie Leggio try to run a zone. J.V.: 1st row: Mgr. Kell y Lawlor, Kim Mauer, Deb Sondag, Erica ie lson, Amy Honake r. Kamla Birusingh . Kris Martin, 2nd row: Mary Jo Rya n, Jackie Legg io , Lisa Claussen. Amy Bremmer. nn Henderson. Amy Ge ier. Mariann Suden. Ann Peterson takes a long shot. Basketball/ 85 ·. History of Boys' State 1984 Relay wins lead Falcons to 2nd 1969 MEDLEY RELAY (3:38.3) DARWIN KRUSE, JIM WALSH , TOM TURNER, KEN MEHSLING. This team was first to win the gold at state . The winners helped the team to a second in the state meet. 1970 220- YARD DASH (21. 9) VINCE LEBER was the best 100-200 yard dash man and long jumper in the area . He holds school records in 100, 220, long jump, and 880 relay. His 440 relay record was broken this year ( 1984). 1971 880-Y ARD RUN ( 1 :58 .6) LARRY WEIDMAN was the best miler and Y2 miler in the area . He was one in a long ... ""' 1969 family line of good runners. 1975 2-MILE RELAY (8:03.4) BOB WEIDMAN, (pictured) STEVE EPPERSON , JIM HAAS , TOM FRIEL. This relay team set the school record , and they very se ldom lost a 2-mile relay. St. Albert qualified for state in the 2-mile relay from 197 4 through 1979. 1982 400 , 800 METER RELAYS (44.36), (131.4) FRED ROMANO, DAVE CARLSON , JOHN GARD, KEITH BLUM. This team was the first double winner. Their wins helped the team finish third in state. 1983 400, 800 METER RELAYS - (44.37), (131.4) PAT JOHNSON, JOHN GARD, FRED ROMANO, DA VE CARLSON . This team repeated last years feat and won both relays. The team finished third in the 1600 meter relay with a new school record . These successes helped the team take a second place at the state meet. 1984 400, 1600 METER RELAYS (44.17), (3:25.74) REX ROMANO, MJKE DORAN - alternate JOHN GARD, SCOTT GREEN , PAT JOHNSON. These wins, along with Gard 's third in the 400- meter dash , helped the team tie for second with Camanche at the state meet. 1984 Tra..:k/ 87 SITE PLACE Lightning Does Boys town third Council Bluffs Relays first Cla rinda first Red Oa k No team points ke pt Strike Lewis Centra l second Drake o team points kept Mike Fischer a nd John Ga rd place one a nd two fo r the Falcons. Pa ul Roma no shows his inte nsity as he prepa res to get out of the blocks. Boys' Track: I st row: Chris Brosniha n, M ike Masker, Da n Simon , Chris Fischer, Je ff Kl ein , Scott Green, J ohn G a rd , a nd Tom Ma rtin . 2nd row: Mgr. Ka ren Va nderloo, Mgr. Ma ri a nn S uden, Mike Dora n, Mike M ulvihill, Ken Fox, David Tobias, Mike Petra tis, Terry O 'Grady, Pa ul Roma no, Steve Ca rlson. Coa ch Mehsling, Coach MacLea rn . 3rd row: Pat Johnson, Rex Roma no, Kelly Blum, Vince Rew, Ken Masker. Tom Liston, Ron Ma rsha ll , Mike Fisc her. 88/ Boys· T rack Twice - T wo yea rs ago, the boys' track team fin ished th ird a t sta te, last year they pl aced second , a nd for the "lucky num- ~ ber three·· yea r the Falcons had high optimism for tak ing home the state title. From their performances throughout the ·eason, it a ppea red that they were certa inly on their way. Their first meet of the yea r, Boystown Invitational , they finished a strong third out of 22 teams, Ll nd then took tea m titles a t the C.8. Rel ays a nd Clarinda. Second place finishes were a t Missouri Valley and Lewis Centra l Relays. The Nebraska Centenni a l Conference meet proved again how tough Falcon runners are as they finished fourth in the impressive conference. At the district meet in Denison, they qualified two relays and an individua l for sta te. Read on page 87 to learn more a bout their struggle for "State Champs.'' SITE PLACE Lewis Central J.V. first Columbus Conference fourth Missouri Va lley second Glenwood third District third (tie) State second (tie) Ken Fox, aided by his Mike Terras, ·oars to previously una ttai ned heights. Tom Liston performs in the latest Bill Rodgers raci ng wea r. Mike Doran slides out of the blocks, to take the victory clean ly. Boys· Track/ 9 Saintes stride toward success Stephanie Keefe and Jackie Leggio a t the two mile relay tha t won districts. Despite the rai ny and cold weather tha t preva iled during most of the spring the young Saintes continued to improve a nd turn in impressive performa nces throughout the season. Two school records were broken - the shuttle hurdle re lay team of Beth La rsen , 1a ncy Smith, Denise White, and Chris Jeffrey broke their own record of I: 12 for a new 1984 Saintes: Row I: Erica Nie lsen, Barb Osborne, Jenny Holder, Lori Larsen, Denise White, Ellen Sillik , Beth Larsen. Row 2: Paula Smith, Alicia McCoy, Ann Romano, Nancy Smith, Stephanie Keefe, Joelle Corba ley, Jackie Leggio, Lyn ne Murray, Mgr. Sa lly Eberha rd. Row 3: Coach Witte, Ann Henderson, Renae Ravlin, Kris Kina rt . .Julie Wasinger, Kamla Birusingh, Mary J o Ryan, Lisa Cla ussen, C hris Jeffrey, Mary Johnson, Bonnie Fi1;ek, Coach S horey. 90/Girls' track one of l: l 0, a nd Bonnie Ficek threw the discus 98 111 feet for a no ther record. The Saintes took team titles at Clarinda . Red Oa k, a nd Woodbine a nd were alway up there in team standings a t the rest of their meets. T he 3200 mete r relay team of Barb Osborne, Renae Ravlin, Stepha nie Keefe, a nd J ackie Leggio, high jumper Bonnie Ficek a nd Barb Osborne in th e 1500 meter run a ll qualified for state. Alterna te Jenny Holder ran for Renae Rav lin a t the state meet. The Sa imes had a young team this year, a nd with most of their returning le tter win ners fr eshmen, they should have an exce ll ent team for a few yea rs. Girls' Track \'1 cct Team Points C. B. Rel ays IO I Cla rind a 134 Jj., \'1o. Va ll ey 86 Red Oa k 170 Vi Ha rl a n 102 Woodbine 135 District 48 Place 2nd I st 3rd !st 3rd I st 5th Julie Wasinger concentrates on her form as she prepa res to put t he shot. Denise White ni es over the hurdles in the record breaki ng shuttle re lay . Bonni e Ficek clears the bar with the style tha t took her to state. Ann Henderson is head over heels in love with track! Girls' track/ 91 Dual Matches Glenwood 284-228 A.L. 258-220 Oakland 258-254 L.C. 280-286 T.J. 275-249 Steenson Qualifies; Golfers hold through cold, wet season Jacque Young swings hea rtil y at the defenseless golf ball. Kim Schni tke r splish-splashes her ball out of the wa ter haza rd . "Putt-putting away" is Paul Steenson. Girls' golf team: Kim Schnitker, Jenny Lehnen, Diane Bu rdick, Jacque Young, Melanie Mill er. 92/Golf Th is years golf tea ms enterta ined different types of success. The girl's struggled through the season without ma ny high poin ts, while the boy's countered with a good season. For th e boys the hig h point was qua lifying Paul S teenson for District competition, there he took third . The team effo rt was winning their third stra ight N .C.C. golf titl e. Steenson was meda list with a 74 a nd Da rrin Ma rtin shot a n 82 to ca pture fourth . The boys ended with a 3-3 ma tch record. The girls, led by seniors Diane Burdi ck a nd J acque Young, pulled out a 3-7 ma tch record . Their victories came over L.C. a nd two forfeits by A.L. They struggled in Sectiona ls play, finishing sixth to end their season. Coach Sherbo demonstra tes his perfected grip to Ma tt John son a nd Joh n O'Connor. Pa ul Stce nson drives the ba ll 400 yards more. Chris Bowers sights his a im. Boys· go lf team: I st row: Ron Mue lle r, Tim Fie lds. Ma tt Johnson, Do n Jabro , James Sebghati . 2nd row: Jim Hawk. Dan Poo le , John O'Connor, Pau l Steenson, Darrin Martin. Not pic tured: Scott Hoffman and Ron Barszcz. Dual Matches Glenwood 169-176 Oakland 164-174 Boystown 166-208 L.C. 193- 185 Mo . Valley 174-1 85 Go lt/93 Joe Shav er s mashes his T.J. ogponent. Cris Schmitz lunges for the b a ll during a n A.L. s crimmage. Eberhard, Car/sons qualify for districts Boys· T e nnis Sc hedule L .C. 1-8 H a rlan 3-6 /\. L. 2 -7 T .J. 3 -6 Gle nw o od 6-1 Den i on 0-9 Shena nd o a h 2- 7 Ra in an d dr izz le plag ued Spring . pon s. a mee ts a nd ma tches we re continu a lly po tponed d ue to bad wea ther. Tenn is pl ayers practi ced inside for a month . before they co uld ge t out on the courts. A lthough the sta rt of tennis was sto rm y. eve nts turn ed bright e r wh en pLtycrs q u;.i lified fo r distri c ts. In si ng les. Tom Eberha rd ea rned third spot at distric ts; in doubl es, J ea n a nd Ja ne Ca rlson a lso pl a ced third. A lthough the boys· tea m ended the season with a n 1-8 record , the young Fa lcons, fo ur fr eshmen out of six team members, ga ined much experience according to Coach W est. Unlike the boys' team, the Sa intes had fi ve returning lette r winners, a ll of which we re we ll acqua inted with their va rsity spots. The Sa intes played a number of toug h tea ms to end the season a t 4-10. G irls' Tennis Schedul e L C. 2-7 St. J oe 8- 1 Duschene 0-9 Mercy 6-3 G lenwood 7-0 Sio ux City 0-9 Denison 5-4 -S henandoah 3-4 T .J. 4-5 Dave Koehl er collects his thoughts a he grips his racke t in prepara tion to meet his cha llenging opponent. Teresa Andre stretches high to reach her goal of bea ting her A. L. opponent. Shelly orba ley prepares to ret urn the ba ll a nd continue her baseline game. Pam Genereux races to approach the net. Back row: Mr. West. Joe have r, Mark Petrati, Tom Ebe rhard. Dave Koehler. Bill myth. and C hris Slat er. econd ro": Jennifer Ogg. Cris Schmit z. J enny Poole. Amy Bremmer. Julie Krupicka . Tcrc.a Andres . and Mis Ruder dorf. Front row: Pam Genereux. Shelly Corbaley, Jane arlso n. Jea n Carlson. orene Smith, Gigi arncr. nnd Andrea Gencreu'l. Tc nn is/95 May 25 June l June June June June June June June June 2-3 s 7 11 13 15 20 23-24 Ya rs1t· y Baseball· McYe C . · lst Row· T . y, hns Fisch . om tin, Tom Thorn er, Tom Mar- Wickh ' Jeff Shudak K . am, Jeff L , evin Coach Wa hl T ehnen. 2nd Row: Horan, Don 'M om Oberdin , Pat I alven M sta ' Ma rk H eena n. ' alt Gro nJ.Y. Baseball: lst R so n C . ow· M , hns Feller . . alt JohnHawk T ' Jim Hunter J. ' om Eberh ' im scher Jeff G ard , Chris F. ' ross. 2nd IM ac Lea rn M Row: Coach Alf ers, John ' O a rk H 'C eena n, J eff ga n, Ken W onnor, Larry RatiM arnke Ko ark Petratis. ' rey Culjat, Jim H unter a nd M wa rm up b f a tt Jo hn so e ore the AL game. n 96/Baseball L.C. (DH) Mo. Valley pees Moines orth · · Toume Elkhorn cod; T .J. (DH) A.L. (DH) Millard North Kuemper (DH) Ralston (DH) Kuemp er T ourney Falcons Soar in spite of rain Before players could practice on the field , they worked to get the field in sha pe. Mowing, raking a nd pulling weeds kept Fa lcons busy before pract ices a nd games. Du e to ra in , practice was held indoors part of the season. In the LC Tourney, the team took 2nd place out of 6 tea ms, losing to LC, 1-3, in the finals. According to the DES MOI NES REGISTER'S Coaches Poll, SA is ra nked 7th in class 3A. June June June Jul y Jul y Jul y July July July Jul y July 26 27 30 3 6 7 9 11 12 13 14-18 J eff Gross ba ts agai nst AL Millard South (DH) Bellevue West (DH) Sioux City North (DH) Bellevue East (DH) Papillion (DH) A.L. (DH) T .J. (DH) Gross (DH) Glenwood (DH) Bryan (DH) Sectionals Ma rk Petratis wai ts to see "who is on first". Tom Ma rtin , Gene Ca nnon and Tom Horan watch team members play against Des Moines North in a Fa lcon victory, 9-1. Mickey Caputo hits a fou l, as Steve Plummer practices his swing during a triple header. Mickey Caputo finds out that waiting is the ha rdest thing to do in baseball . Fa lcons beat Mo Va lley, 5-4. 13aseball/ 97 98/Softba ll Four • seniors lead Saintes • •• t I ' C hez Roh ling, Rena e Ravlin , Pa ula June S mith a nd Lori La rsen led the Sa intes to June vic tori es over Fremont Mills, Sidney a nd July Farragut. Eighth-grader Ronni e Smith July I the va rsity shortstop to assist the experJu ly ! ienced seniors. ' D uring the Southwest Iowa Tourna - Wy Ju ly ment, the Sa intes got off to a slow start July bu t pull ed off 3 victories to ta ke 5th out July of 16 teams. 29 30 2 3 5 7 10 11 14 Lynne Murray g rits her teeth , as she readies to bunt the ba ll. "Konsistent" Kim Branstetter windmills t he pitch to her Sioux City opponent , as Rena e Ravli n prepa res for the hit. Ka thy Horan is doubtful tha t a ny ba ll will come to right field bu t is ready if a ny does. Coach Ka va rs a nd the Sa intes a re disgusted by their 0-3 loss to T .J. Va rsi ty Sa intes: I st Row: Shelly Corba ley, Ronnie Marti n. Paula Smith . J en ny Poole, Kim Bra nstetter, C hez Rohling, a nd Sherri Weh r. 2nd Row: Kathy Hora n, Julie Wassinge r, Lisa Claussen, Rena e Ravlin, Barb Simon, Amy Geier, Jack ie Leggio a nd Donna Roa ne. J.Y. Sa intes: 1st Row: Kri Martin, Amy Honaker, Ann Peter e n. Kris Kin a rt , Ch ri White. 2nd Row: Lynne Murray, Ann Hender on , /\my Bremmer. Donna Roa ne a nd Sherri Wehr. Softball/ 99 Home Ee., Business, and Shop Home Economics, Business, and Shop were taken by many people again this year. Students learn many different things about practicalities - accounting, typing, individual woods, foods, and mechanical drawing are just a sample of the courses offered to students who are interested in a number of industrial occupa tions. Even with the shortage of equipment and materials, teachers filled the void with their individual aid to pupils. "C.P.A. " Ka ra Thompson " industriously" works on her accounting fi gures. Ka thy Horan a nd Ma ry Jo Rya n combine their efforts for a workabl e solution . Brad Jeffrey and Pa ul S teenson do their " Mr. Mom" impression in Foods. M a rk Petra tis is perplexed a bout his woodwork on the saw ta ble. I 02/ Academics J Michell e Tighe measures out "just a bout" a cup of nour. Ma rk McPa rtl and examines his soon-to-be clock. Dale Fischer. Brian Rohatsch. Jim Hawk. and Ron Marshall work hard on the ir footstoo ls. Mr. La zure helps out Jeff Alfe rs in one of his more generous moods. Academics/ 103 Language Arts New textbooks and curriculum changes put the English Department "on top of things" in '84. Due to the resignation of Mrs. Wandersee, Ms. Holder became head of the department and Mr. DeMott was hired. Speech was moved from the sophomore year to the freshman year. Sophomore English now focuses on composition and literature. An elective program was developed for the seniors. Instead of having Senior English or British Literature for the entire year, those classes will be a semester in length . Mr. DeMott has the full a ttention of his class. Mrs. Thomsen broadens the vocabulary of this Spanish class. Phil Gillett joyously stamps new English books for Miss Guill . 104/English These freshman use a group method of getting their homework done. Chris Fischer gives David Koehler a friendl y pat. Michelle Turner is caught doing something seldom seen - using a dictionary. Eng lish/ 105 Math/ Science Physical Science, a course for freshman, and Biology, a sophomore course , are the only requisites of the high school science curriculum. How - ever, many students who look for continuing education at college take Chemistry, Physics, and Advanced Biology. These electives are offered to juniors and seniors, as is Advanced Chemi stry , held at Abraham Lincoln . The math curriculum only requires two ye a rs of math, such as Algebra, Geometry, Consumer Math, and Calculus, which is also taken at A.L. L ori (Busybody) L a r sen w orks inte nsely in her study h a ll in the libr a ry. M a ry B a rt on contempl a tes a c omplic a ted C a lculus problem. Kevin McGinn, Matt J ohnson, Billy Smyth, a nd Bri an Mill er play with the bun sen burn er. Future scienti s ts Ann R o m a no, Ma ureen Wi ckham, and Bonnie Ficek eva porate wa ter out of their substance. I 06/ Al'.ad em il'.s - Reading quietly in the Resource Room is Kevin Fouts. Miss Oatma n, Steve Carlson, and Dave Fischer read through their textbooks. Library/ Resource Room Although resources are limited, definite strides in equipment were made with the addition of computers to these rooms of learning and study. Next in line to buy is compuer add-ons - specifically - printers. This expensive piece of machinery will diversify these rooms and will be used by teachers and students as well. A library activity that everyone engaged in was the saving of Goodrich bottle caps. Not enough were saved to turn in for a computer, but the effort and participation of the parents made them feel like a part of things. Of course , new encyclopedias and books have been added as they are every year, improving the library. Ac.:ac..lern ic.:si 107 Art/ P.E. Guitlance /SCAN SCAN sessions kept busy this year with scheduling for next year's classes. It took six Tuesdays and one Wednesday to complete scheduling. Groups are organized according to grade and there is usually about fifteen people per group. Miss Rudersdorf assisted SCAN leaders in completing schedules. SCAN was developed last year, but in case you didn' t know, SCAN stands for Student Community Advisory Network. Ellen Sillik and Pam Genereux go tumblin ' around while Jenn y Lehnen roars at them. Yes, Ma rk McPartland really does work in Art class. SCAN is a time for friend s, hugs, and fun as Deb McGuire and Kate Witte fl ash smiles as Chez Rohling grun ts. 108/Art/P.E. Ann He nderson swishes and washes out all of the paint. Do nna Roane and Juli Gubbels practice their .. 20- Mir.ute Workout" in Freshman P.E. Mary Barton and Renae Ravlin attempt to bribe Rudy fo r a scholarship with a box of candy bars. Art/ P.E. Guidance/ SCAN During Catholic Schools Week, Art students had severa l of their projects displayed throughout the school. There was a lso a nother Art Fair in the Spring. 01 Art class painted the walls by the office a nd cafeteria. In March, P.E. classes repelled, compliments of the Army a tiona l Guard. Students took to the heights when they climbed down ropes in repelling. Lift America was a lso an activity that students participa ted in . Lift America ra ised money for the Special Olympics a nd National Coaches Association. G uidance / CA N/ 109 Religion Fr. Kruse welcomes two new members of the Religion department - Fr. Jim Kiernan and Mr. Mark Koesters. Father Kiernan rejoins the Saint Albert staff and teaches Senior Marriage, Sophomore Church, and Freshman Faith . He also ran an in-school retreat with Fr. Frank Palmer. Mr. Mark Koesters teaches Junior Justice and New Testament. Mr. Koesters is also married to Adrian Gibbons, who was a teacher here last year. The Religion department is keeping on top of things by improving yearly structure, with all grades switching courses at the semester. Fr. Kruse chews out a student for knocking Petersburg. Mr. Koester shows his "wild" side. Jenny Poole says "cheese" to the camera as she gives some to an elderly woman on the cheese giveaway. Freshmen show interest in their Religion class. 11 O/Rcligion Mr. Shorey explains to his class how his wife won't do his laundry. Social Studies The Social Studies department at Saint Albert is closing up its curriculum changes and should be finished by next year. Seniors are required to take Contemporary History and Economics and Government are taken by both Seniors and Juniors this year. Freshmen will have to take World History, and Sophomores U.S. History. This is a change to better the transition of students from city schools to Saint Albert. Changes are already bettering this program. Mr. Sherbo gets caught by the camera . Students enjoy their History class. Socia l Stud ies/ 111 FRESHMEN Michelle Bli zza rd Theresa Burkey Jea n Carlin Steve Carlson Joelle Corbaley Maureen Daly Sam Disalvo Sally Eberhard Bonn ie Ficek Tim Fields Chris Fischer Dave Fischer Ken Fox Lel and Fox Matt Geier Andrea Genereux Mike Gillett Jeff Gross Juli Gubbels Molly Hannan Jim Hawk Mark Hee nan Jenn y Holder Troy Holmberg Angel Howlett Don Jabro Matt Johnson Anna Jorgensen Stephanie Keefe Dave Kochle r Jan Koenig Ka ri Larsen An n Leber Dan Marr Amy Mars ha ll Ron Marshall Mike Maske r Alicia McCoy Kevin McGin n Kris Micha l Brian Miller Melan ie Miller 114 Fre~ hm~n Kris White Maureen Wickham Daw n Zimmerman Not Pic tured: Ge ne Cox Stuart Ede lbrock Steve Mace Ron Muel ler M ic hcllc Spide ll Matt Mullin Dan Murray John O'Connor Barb Osborne Ann Peterson Mark Petratis Dan Poole Penny Ramirez Tricia Ra ngel La rry Ra tiga n Donna Roa ne Brian Roha tsch Ann Romano Tom Ryan Jodi Ryba Tom Sch nitker Dan Shaver Dan Simon Chris Sia ter ancy Smith Bill Smyth Angie Stander Melissa Stidh:im Moni ca Tetzlaff Frc>h mcn/ 11.5 Eager Freshmen Jump Into High School, Physical Science just can't seem to hold the interest of this Freshman class. Exactly who is Mark Heenan's new girlfriend? The Freshman football team gather to be recognized at the Homecoming Pep Rally. · Barb Osborne and Jean Carlin find something very amusing at a varsity 'football game . 116/Freshmen While Sophomores get Drivers' Licenses and Class Rings Mike Zimmerman tours down the highway in his simulator. Three sophomores run interference as the attendent hails someone who neglected to pay. Lori Phelps intently examines a class ring. Sophomores/ 11 7 SDPHDMDRES Beth Abboud Mark Adams Teresa Andress Ron Barszcz Susi Bartholomew Cindy Berrima n Kamla Birusingh Kelly Blum Theresa Book Amy Bremmer Jeanette Burke Fil Catania Lisa Claussen Korey Culjat Tom Danala Tom Eberhard Rhonda Erickson Todd Evers Dale Fischer Jean Fox John Fra ncis Amy Geier Tonia Geiger Theresa Gier Fred Grote Steve Hansen Ann Henderson Tracy Hocka bout Scott Hoffma n Amy Honaker Sue Hotz Jim Hunter Michelle Johnson Tammy Jones Kris Kinart Jackie Leggio 118/Sophomores Julie Wasinger Mike Zimmerman Darrin Martin Kris Martin Kim Mauer Scott McDonald Suzanne McDonald Ed McGill Karen Menges Mike Miller Lynne Murray Scott Nelson Laurie Nettles Sue Niebur Erica Nielson Jennifer Ogg Anne Olsen Maria Papazian Connie Persinger Lori Phelps Vince Rew Karl Rohling Rex Romano Alyce Russell Cris Schmitz Kim Schnitker James Sebghati Jeff Shudak Norene Smith Dave Smyth Debbie Sondag Steve Suden Betsy Tarnisiea Khris Thomas Shirley Tobias Michelle Turner Gigi Varner Ken Warnke Sophomores/ 1 19 JUNIORS Barb Abboud Mike Adams Jeff Alfers T om Allmon Pete Book Kim Branstetter Debbie Brockel sby Patricia Bucha n an Gene Cannon Dom Catania Kathy Cease Shelly Corbaley Sid Edelbrock Doug Epp e rson Andy Fischer Mike Fischer LuAnn Fox Shelley Fox Pam G enereux Tqny Goeser Scott Green Deanna Gross Don Hoffman Vanessa Hollinger Kathy Horan Tom Horan Gina Jabro Br ad Jeffrey Chris Jeffrey Ma ry Johnson Tim Keefe Julie Krupi cka B eth Lar sen J enny Lehnen Peggy Lenih an Diane Ma rr 120/ J uniors , , ' I. : Not s how n: Tracy A b el Chris Bowe rs D enise Wa lt er T erri S tep h e ns D a rla Heide Mary Brot h e rton T om Martin Ken Masker Kate McGinn Tom McVey Mike Mulvihill Dave N ielsen Lisa Nord strom Tom Ob erdin L a ura O ' Gara T erry O ' Grady Brian Osborne Eric Petersen Mike Petratis Mike Platt Steve Plummer Jenny Poole Pat Pursell Mike Raes A lisa Rangel J acque Ratigan Fred Roane Mary Jo Ryan J eff Schm i tz Joe Shaver Ellen S illik Barb Simon Jack Smith Tom Snook Paul Steenson Donna Stivers Brenda Stokes Mary Suden Lori Sundrup Michelle T ighe David Tob ias Chris Vanderloo Karen Vanderloo Bob Watkins Denise White Matt Wise Ja nine Zi mmerm a n Junior / 121 Tom Hora n is disappointed when Denise White passes without giving him a valentine. Brad Jeffrey plays the masked man during Wild-n-Crazy days. Chris Bowers gets pointers from Mrs. Ekda hl on his favorite subject. Barb S imon and S helly Corbaley kick-out the tunes a t the Yearbook Dance. 122/ Juniors Seniors/ l 23 124/Seniors , ' ~/,.,; JJ -1-cr.,--J;:, 'P~ erJi;/Ulifdcz enior / 125 ~~ p~ G~q~ • 126/Seni ors ~ JAodlrc)tl -Rr~ 1&Q2~ Seniors/I ~7 ~~ ~/¥?~ P\ fJ l\-; -f\ . f{\C. "Ji l!Tff\ ~/JI/~ l/JOA)e Ill~~ ;[)~+hf 128/Seniors 5h..i;Jo..,Pi~ ~~£~ ~~ Senior ·/ 129 ~~ r-========~ . ~ \~~~ 7""1ffl/7~ 1 3 0/Sen iors J Seniors Invade the S lopes of Colorado enior girls model th e latest fashions from the Ski Chalet. Mr. Lazure and Linda Sundrup do their impersonations of Boy George and Ann ie Lennox. Fac ult y members fuel up b"fore hi tting the slopes. Paul, Smith demonstrates her superb kiing techniques. Senior Trip/ 131 FACULTY Joanne Andersen Esther Darnell James DeMott Terry Dolnicek Shirley Ekdahl Mike Gi ll Lin Holder Mike Kava rs Rev. 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Advertisements/ 151 Good Luck Seniors! from: 2803 Hwy 6 Phone: 325-0930 Red Lion Lounge 152/ Adve rtiseme nts Galloway Distributing says: "Congratulations" Class of '84 175 Bennett Avenue 322-3779 6th & Broadway T H I N G unique gifts s 17 5 Midlands Mall Co. Bluffs, Ia. 7887 L Street Omaha, Neb v I L L E ., Ii, Weddings and Portraits Seniors 412 Wendy Hts. 322-02 12 Route 4 285B Council Bluffs, Iowa 322-1012 George and Betty Coats Congratulate the "Class of 84" Coats Leasing Company Inc. 601 32nd Ave. 366-0521 Owner: George N. Coats II /\dvcniscmcn ts/ 153 Congra tu la tions to the Class of '84 Russ' Barber Shop 173 Bennett Ave. Council Bluffs, Iowa 3135 WICST BROADWAY COUNCIL OLU,.,.6 , IOWA 51501 (7121 323· 9330 Congratulations Seniors! The following people wanted to say a very special congratulations to the graduating class of 1984. Family, friends, and faculty wish all the members of the 1984 class of St. Albert good luck. Dr. and Mrs. A.M. Romano Louie and Virginia Caparelli John and Sha ron Culj at Joe and Mary Lou Franks Mrs. Kenneth E. Goebel Thomas and Joanne Diblasi Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Branstetter John and Janice McPa rtland Delbert and Sallisue Burdick Mr. and Mrs. James E. Thorn Mr. and Mrs. O.H. Larsen Darrell and Mary Jo Klein Jack and Virginia Smith Jack and Nancy Young Mr. and Mrs. Jim Wickham Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sundrup Diane Guill 154/ Advertisements 111 1 II I I ., , ""J'I , . .. '.' INDEX Fischer, Dave, 107, 114 Fischer, Mike, 88, 120 Fouts, Kt}vin, 107 25 ~---- x, Jean, 6 , 8 ox Ken, 65, 81, Fo Leland, 65, , ox, LuAnn, 29, 50 x, Shelly, 120 ncis, John, I I anks, Peter, 56 Freeman, Jim, 6 Friel, Patty, 10 "Ae, 7, 25, 30, 54, 12 1 ....... . , Steve, 65, 78, 79, 80, 1 ') 1 I 58 <1c lc. J)a . 48, 49, 65, 8 1, 93, I 5 ~i,, Jenn 17 52, 59, 66, 74, 75 21, 15 · (er. A ) . 21, 30, 6, I 28 ~..J \, ,J an, 134 -· s;;'. \ at, 24, 56, 121 Index/ 157 \ "'-I ,. ............................................. =w;:;~~,. EDITOR Jacque Young LAYOUT EDITOR Diane Burdick PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR Mark Elliott COPY EDITOR Lori Larsen ASSISTANT COPY EDITOR Kate McGinn BUSINESS MANAGERS Deanna Gross Lori Sundrup ADVERTISING MANAGER Jenny Poole PUBLICITY MANAGER Patricia Buchanan On Top Of Things It was the year of leather ties, of various colors of sweaters, of many-layered tops with the collars pulled up. Students were more likely to wear parachute pants or coaches pants on Grub Days than the traditional jeans. It was the year of Principal Lackowski's resignation and later the resignation of Vice-Principal Logsdon, effective the following school year. lt was the year of qualifying for state, as the boys' and girls' Cross Country teams both competed at state. Tom Allmon went to state in wrestling. May brought the hope that some spring sports would qualify for state, as tennis and track teams continued to win matches and meets. It was the year of "' You Can't Take It With You .. , "' Murder on Cento.:r Stage" and ··Anything Goes". It was the year of the number one Brain Bowl team , and of the Journalism awards for some members of the DIMENSIONS and ACC!PlTER staffs. It was the year of . .. 1984 ... the year that the DIMENSIONS staff has tried to preserve for you among these pages. Special Thanks to: Diane Guill Yearbook Advisor Chuck Smoley Tony Goeser Angel Howlett Pat Geier Kent Hyde Staff: Kim Branstetter, Kurt Branstetter, Jackie Burke , Michelle Corbaley, LuAnn Fox, Mary Johnson, Beth Larsen, Ann McGill, Jenny Moran, Tom Oberdin, Brian Osborne, Steve Plummer, Renae Ravlin, Barb Simon, Paula Smith, Donna Stivers, Brenda Stokes, and Kevin Wickham. Al Sherbo Mike Gill I 58/Staff Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Language A language of the resource English Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Scanned from a loaned copy. Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. 1984 St. Albert High School Yearbook 1984 Annual SAHS schools St. Albert High School Yearbook https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/9993033771f2dc2d6aa165df9ceaf3cd.pdf 791518f5ad546c88bd9fe25abab5565a PDF Text Text ST. ALBERT H!GH SCHOOL 400 GLEASON AVENUE COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503 ___ . I KeYS to Success I .. (0 9 · @ @ ©®®® @@98 M E N s I 0 N s , 2 4 (upper right) Carolyn Storm, "You caught me at a bad time." (upper left) Jeff Stokes exclaims, "He's big!" (lower right) " Don't you wish you had a buddy too?" say Pat Sullivan and Ron Hopp. (upper left) Sue Snook and Linda Quigley - buddies for life. (upper ri ght) Three Freshm en trot do w n the hall (above left) Pat Kenney . . . studying? (above right) Ja n et Burns and Mary Jo Swansing plan an escape out of school. 5 (right) Patricia Jones and Sue Koehler wonder if Mr. Logsdon may be lurking nearby. (below) (far right) Marilyn Liston jumps for joy - she's a senior. (bottom left) Donna Stivers does her homework. (below right) Mary McClure exhibits the excitement of being a senior. (bottom right) Patty Kenkel, Kris Peterson, and Chris Sillik work hard in the library. (top left) Kris Branstetter, " Moo, I didn't go out with him." (top right) Mary McClure, " John , don't I get a hug? " (left) Kevin Wickham, " My hand's stuck!" (above) Doctor Joa nne Beraldi at your service! 7 8 (top) Who could resist these faces of juniors Kris Branstter, Jill Boll and Teresa Hamme n ? (above) Mary Lainson , "Aaaaaay!" (above right) Chris Johnson , Mark Johnson , and Mark Miller look as though they have some devious thoughts in mind. J (top upper left) Lori Smith thinks to herself, " Rich, baby, w here have you been all m y life?" (upper left) Mary A nn Suden , " You've got to be kidding!" (upper right) Pat Sullivan takes a break in the librar y. (left) Joanne Wettengel, " Get your hands off me!" 9 10 (top)(upper left) Michelle Burke turns hip! (top)(upper right) A typical day at SA. (above) Lisa McDonald shows off her muscular arm. (above right) Students show their interest in Physics. (right) Kevin Culjat poses at the State Baseball Tourney. (far right) The sun sets in over Council Bluffs. (top) (uppe r left) Mickey Mouse roll call count off now: Mark, Chris, Mark, Bob, Chris, hey Mr. Logsdon - pay attention! (top) (upper right) Pam Ge ne rea ux becomes nurse for a day. (above) Sherry Monahan and Mary Novak pose for the came ra. (above right) The Seniors express their theme "Hair" during a pep rally. 11 12 (upper left) Th eresa Hammen" "(lower left) Dav id Lemire fil es away his dem eri t slips. (upper right) Taking a to ur o f Sa int Alb ert are the Jo ll y Green Giant an d the Little Bea n Spro ut. (lower right) Julie Kenney is p ro ud o f her new attire. (top) (upperl eft) Rachelle Jeffrey caught in a moment of confusion ? (top) (upper right) Jim McGill shows off his muscles. (upper left) Tom McVey smiles and says, " Hey, I' ll be in the yearbook!" (upper right) " I wonder if those guys are talking about me? " says Chris Sill ik. (left) I hope Chris doesn't know we're ta lking about her says a group of junior girls. 13 14 Anyone who has ever purchased an item knows that labels can be very deceiving, especially a label that is plain. But just as you can't judge a book by its cover, you can't judge a product by its label. Books and products are very much alike in the fact that they are not always what they seem to be. You have to open them up and discover what's inside in order to appreciate them. People are the same way, and for that reason we chose the idea of a pla1n label yearbook for our theme, not because we feel we are plain label people but because we are just the opposite. Just as the world is made up of different people who all have very different tastes and attitudes, so is St. Albert. When you look beyond the things that make us alike you find a very interesting and special group of people, all of whom have their own ideas and goals. If there is one thing that binds us together, it is the pride we have in each other, that feeling of oneness that is not easily equalled by others. St. Albert is a special place with special people and exists in a special atmosphere. Through its uniqueness it has established itself as an exception in the time of plain label thinking. • • • EE 0 • • 4' • • • • • • • ES • • ---- • • • .......... - 15 16 FRESHMAN LEARN THE ROPES (above, first row) Steve Plumme r, Tom Martin, Brian O sborne, Pete Book, Ken Masker, Jack Smith, Paul Stee nson, (second row) Je ff Alfi ers, Matt Wise, Joe Shaver, Mike Petratis, Andy Fischeer, Jeff 0 6 14 22 14 27 Freshmen Football Record Boys town Lewis Central Plattsmouth Missouri Valley Paul VI Edison 6 18 27 6 26 12 The Freshmen Falcons gained much needed experience with a slim 2-4 record . They should prove strong in the later years, despite their many injuries. (l eft) Paul Steenso n (10) with the he lp of an unid e ntifi ed Fa lcon bri ngs down a fi erce oppone t. Schwitz, and Te rry O 'Grady. (third row) Coach Way ne Mclearn, Tom Allmon, Erik Pe terse n, Tom Obe rdin, Scott Green, Dom Cata nia , Chris Bowe rs, Fre d Roa ne , Mike Raes, and Fr. O ' M eara. Junior Varsity Shows Promise (above, left to right) Jeff Lenhan, Bill McGruder, Pat Masker, Mike Doran, Paul Dibalsi, and Pat Johnson. (second row) Mark Elliot, Tony Allmon, Dean Alfiers, Doug Foreman, Matt McPartland, and Bill Tony Allmon intercepts a pass against Roncalli. Steensen. (third row) Paul Romano, Kris Rallis, Jim Sondag, Mickey Caputo, and Don Malvern. (fourth row) Dave Clark, Bob Osborne, Pat Geier, John Gard, and Coach Dick Wright. Junior Varsity Football Record 25 Missouri Valley 34 22 Plattsmouth 12 22 Boystown 14 24 Lewis Central 14 The Junior Varsity squad showed a lot of promise with a 3-2 season. They played many of the tougher Omaha teams. They were the first J.Y. team to beat Plattsmouth on their own field. 17 18 Falcons Post 5-4 Season (first row, sitting) Bill McGruder, Mark Elliot, Jeff Le hn e n, Pat Masker, Mickey Caputo, Dave Clark, Tom Root, Bill Stee nso n, Jo hn Gard, and Jo hn Guard. (seco nd row) Coach Dick Wright, Fre d Romano, Marty Shudak, Chris O ' Hara, Pat Geier, Mike Wheeler, Frank Stande r, Do n Malve rn , Je ff Book, Tom Pi e rson, and Mik e Rya n. (th ird row) Head Coach Marshall Schic hilo ne, Jim Sontag, Do ug Foreman, Chuck Gorman, Pau l Dibalsi, Paul Romano, Mike Doran, Bob O sborne, Mik e Reggio, Tim Book, Greg Johnson, Mgr. Ri ck Ho lmes, and Coach Rick Wa hl. (fourth row) Jo hn Hargett, Da ron Kruse, Jim McGill, Jon Stidham, Chris Prit c hard, Ke ith Blum, Dave Ha rge tt, Kris Rallis, Matt McPartland, Chris Howard, a nd Tony Al lmon. (fifth row) Larry Rohatc h, De nnis Lawlor, Jeff Stokes, Steve He nde rson, Ken Fisc he r, Kev in Cul jat, Joe Krettek, Mark Sundrup, Dea n Alfi e rs, an d Pat John- som. Varsity Football Record 34 T.J. 17 Le mars 13 A.L. 9 Boys town 26 Cathedral 10 Kuemper 47 Holy Name 54 Paul VI 0 L.C. 7 18 12 14 8 13 0 6 22 The 1981 football team posted another winning season. The Falcon s lost by only a total of 9 points the e ntire season combined. The Falcons st umbl e d through an injury lad e n season. M a ny of the Falcons were picke d for the AllCity team. Th e y were: Keith Blum, Joe Kr e ttek, Kevin Du ljat, John Grund, Chuck Gorman, and Marty Shu dak. The Honorable Mentio n were: Tirn Book, Chris Pritchard, Jeff Stokes, Steve Hende rson, and Dave Hargett. (upper left) John Grund breaks from a T.J. foe. (center left) The line stops the enemy blit z. (left) Keith Blum fumbl es a pass. (upper right) Coach Schichilone gives the next play to Tim Book while Chris Howard looks on. (above) Greg Johnson ru ns for more yardage against the crosstown riva l. 19 20 Varsity Sai ntes "Set" Goals High (above, first row) Lousie Rohling, Stacie Christansen, Paula Smith, Amy Berner, Julie Carlson, and Anne Rohling. (second row) Coach This year's Varsity Volleyballers set a path to the best season ever in Sainte's history. The Saintes conquered all at the Underwood Tourney and placed third at the T.J. Invitational. They were crowned 1A sectional champs. Although the Saintes were eliminated in the second round of the Regional by a tough Manning team, they had everything to be proud of. There were several outstanding seniors who led the squad. Jacquie Wiese was selected fourth team All-State (1A), first team all SW Iowa, first team All-City and first team AllConfe rence. Anne Rohling was selected Second team All-City and Honorable Mention All-Confere nce. Cilla Rew was a second team All-City choice. Te rry Dolncek, manage r Maral ea Keefe , Ca thy Bre mme r, Cilia Rew, Mary Wiese, Ma ureen McGinn, Ca ro lynn Sto rm, and Jacqui e Wiese. (upper left) Jacquie Wiese prepares an ace as Carolynn Storm and Cilia Rew patiently watch. (upper right) Amy Berner puts everything into her bumps. (lower left) Maureen McGinn and Jacquie Wiese set up a super block. (lower center) Cilia Rew slams one onto the helpless T.J. defender. (lower right) Amy Berner shows her stuff as Sig Rohling watches. 21 22 J.V. And Frosh Experience Season ''Bumpy'' (above} (first row} Amy Porte r, Diane Burdick, Jacqui e Young, Je nn y Mo ran, Lo ri Larse n, Ja ne Ca rlso n, Jea n Carlson, (second row) Louise Ro hl ing, Paula Smith, Cathy Bremme r, Stacie Christianse n, (top row) Coach Te rry Do lni cek, Ma nager Ma ra lea Keefe, Ma ry W iese, Assistant Coach De b Olso n. (be low} (first row} Beth Larse n, Mic he ll e Corbabe ly, Barb Simo n, Mary Jo hnson, Lo ri Sundrup, LuAnn Fox, Jacquie Ratigan, Br e n da Stokes, Pam Genereaux, (top row} Ma nager Gi na Jabro, Ka re n Vanderloo, Donna Stive rs, Alisa Range l, Deanna Gross, Mary Sude n, Kathy Cease, Je nn y Le hne n, Kimbe rl y Bra nstette r, and Coac h Deb Olson . Pep Rallies Show Off School Spirit (upper left} Cheerleaders rally the crowd at a pep rally. (upper right) Mr. Dolnicek talks about the Voll eyba ll captains; Jacquie Wiese, Sig Rohlin g, and Cilia Rew. (left) Jill Boll sings the school fight song. (right) The Football team kills an effigy of an unfortunate Yellowjacket. 23 24 Cross Country Off And Running For the th ird straight year, the Girl's Cross Country sent representatives to the State Meet. The girl's who went were: Chris Sillick, Paula Kenney, Marilyn Liston, Michelle Burke, and Mary Lenihan. This year the boy's also sent the ir team. They consisted of: Larry Hoffman, Chuck Haas, Mike Goe bel, Tom Liston, and Chris Brosnihan. The girl's finished in the top three of all their meets and finished fourth at state. The boy's finished in the top half of all their meets and finished fourteenth at state. (upper left) M ichelle Burke races on a wooded course. (left) M ary Lenihan gri maces as she heads for the final stretch home. (above) Chris Sillick takes the lead to the fin ish. (upper left) Paula Kenney receives her mile time fro m Coach Skahill. (above) Larry Hoffman reaches the top of a hill at Distri cts. (above middle) Mike Goebel strains to the fi nish . (above) Tom Liston goes for the tape at the end . (above right) Paula Kenney concentrates on a winni ng fin ish. 25 26 (above) front row-Tom Liston, Chuck Haas, and Mike Goebel. (second row) Coach Mark Skahill, Larry Hoffman and Chris Bronsihan. (below-front row) Mary Lenihan, Chris Si lli ck, Coac h Mark Skahill (second row) Puala Kenney, Maril yn Liston and Mi chelle Burke . J.V. Shows Stride (left) Mike Mulvihill, Ron Hopp, Bill Wettengal, Coach Mark Skahill, Doug Epperson, Tim Keefe, and Dave Tobias. The Junior Varsity Cross Country team had a good year again. Th e experience they gained will be helpful in their venture into the Varsity field. (above) Coach Mark Skahill, Jeanie Burgin , Peggy Leniha n , Jackie Burke, and Mary Jo Ryan . 27 28 Homecoming Is A Time To Get Crazy (top left) Diane Burdick sneaks past the camera (left) Paula Kenney models her skiing attire (far left) Mary Ebert shows off a few of her crazy accessories (above) John Gubbels poses as Ms. St. Albert (top left) Tammy German poses for the camera (above) Tweety (Laura Eberhard) watches out for Sylvester (below) Teresa Brockelsby shows off her arrest of Matt Evers Homecoming week sure proved to be crazy this year. The week started with accessory day when students wore hats, sunglasses, fashionable jewelery and even scarves! The second day was career day. St udents scarves! The second day was career day when students d ressed as a profession of their choice . Wednesday was switch day when the boys tried out uniforms and girls tried out ties, with the top button fastened that is! Finally crazy day rolled around, and by looking at these pictures, you probably don't even nee d an explanation of that day. 29 30 (right) Kris Branstetter takes part in Homecoming activities. (below) Chris Larsen shows his profession. (bottom right) Chris Prichard takes a warm up. (opposite page) (top) Tim Book jams down whil e showing off his (bottom righ t) Sorry Lisa and Sig, maybe we can get AC/DC for Prom. stylish baseball cap. (bottom left) Jackie Burke searches for her date while Dean Alfers seems to be taking a break. Starfire Is Successful Again There couldn't have been a better way to top off the Homecoming activities than the annual Homecoming Dance. Again, Star Fire performed in the Saint Albert gym playing many popular songs throughout the evening. Music by Starfire kept ~tudents dancing all night and the spotlight dance, dedicated to Homecoming King John Grund and Queen Michelle Burke, was the highlight of the evening. 31 32 Falcon Fans Explode With Spirit This year the class floats carried several different themes and some very different ideas. The Senior float was definately an example of using a little imagination. Although it was a tough decision the Junior float was chosen as the winning float. (top right) Se niors show "imagi nation" (above) Ju niors reach for th e top (middle) Susa n Robinson and Steve Goebel show off their talents (right) Sophomores explode w ith spiri t (above) Freshmen show originality (left} Junior champs show off their version of Mount St. Albert (below) Jay Pender helps Paula Smith get cooled off. The annual Pep rally was again a success. The Freshmen boys ran away with the pyramid building and the Senior girls took the tug-of-war championship. Then to top it all off the faculty took charge over the students in the obstacle course. 33 34 A Tear A Smile (top left) Mary Eberhard and Greg Johnson move slowly but surely. (top right) Nancy Gubbels is escorted by John Grund. (above) The 1981 Homecoming Court. A Crown Finally the highlight of the Homecoming Week came about. First the 1981 Homecoming Cowt made an appearance at the pep rally on Friday afternoon. Then on Friday evening, the court made another appearance and the Queen's crown was presented to Michelle Burke by Student Council President, Ann Rohling and Senior Class President, Cheri Smith. The King was announced as John Grund. (top left) Soon to be Queen, Michelle Burke is escourted by Steve Henderson. (top right) Paula Kenney is escourted by Dave Hargett. (left) Julie Kenney is escourted by M arty Shudak. 35 36 Students Show ''Oneness'' The school's opening mass was celebrated on September 8th. The theme of the mass was "Oneness". It was stressed to join in the unity of the school and the people of Saint Albert's. The mass was celebrated by Fathers Fitzgerald and O'Meara. (above) Fr. Fitzgerald leads the whole school in prayer. (middle) Fr. O'Meara discusses the concept of unity. (left) Mr. Maclearn shows the sign of peace to a student. BAND SHOWS IMPROVEMENT The Band has had a good year under the direction of Esther Darnell. Shawn Marshall and Chris Larsen were nominated for the McDonald's All-American Marching Band. Ron Hopp, Shawn Marshall, Chris Larsen, and Dennis Lawlor will be trying out for the All-City Festival. (Front) Dave Clark, Ke lly Lawlor, Tony Geoser, Pat Pruse ll , and Mike Whetstone. (left to right) Colleen Tetzlaff, Allisa Range l, Pam Genereux, Katie O'Hara, Janice Hotz, Jann e lle Zimmermann, Jane t Chappel, Kim Bransetter, De nnis Lawlor, Peter Frank, David Whe tstone, Chris Larsen, Re nee Ravlin, Tom Snook, Jea nee Zimmermann, Ron Hopp, Greg Lookabill, and Steve Whillms. (center) Band Director Esther Darnell. (left) Shawn Marshall pre pares to march th e band on the fie ld. 37 38 S. A. FEAST DAY BIG HIT On November 16, the entire school celebrated St. Albert Feast Day. Fr. Hurley the main celebant, discusse d the topic of showing your talents to the best of your ability. For offertory, each class had a representative who pinned pedals to a main poster. This symbolized how everyone contributes to their enviornment. (above left) Theresa Ryan helps a primary stude nt pin on a pedal. (above right) The sea of small children takes up much of the gym floor. (center right) The procession of priests start their way down theaisle. (lower right) The resa Ryan and Shelly Obe rdin put the finishing touches on the banner. STUDENTS HONORED AT FALL BANQUET (above left) Mr. Terry Dolneicek applauds one of the award winners. (above) Mary La inson cant beleive · she ate the whole thing. (above right) Mike Reggio and Che ri Smith liste n to th e presentation of awards. (right) Mr. Marshall Schichilone gives the introduction for the football trophies. The Fall Banquet went over well with parents and students. The dinner was sponsered by the cheerleaders. There were many awards presented that night. They included these: Softball award to Lisa McDonald, Volleyball to Jacquie Wiese, Cross Country for girls to Chris Sillik and the boys award went to Tom Liston, and the Football awards went to Keith Blum for Most Valuable Player and Joe Krettek for Sportsmenship award. The Baseball award was given to 1981 graduate Denny Scott. 39 40 SA DRAMA SHOWS CLASS WITH ''CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN'' What do you get when you take 12 kids, an understanding mother, a not so understanding father, a frazzled maid, a caring doctor, a "Joe Cool" cheerleader, a strict teacher, and a well meaning boyfriend? You get the Saint Albert Drama Department's production of "Cheaper by the Dozen". The play, which takes place in the early 1920's, tells the story of the Gilbreth family, including all their trials and tribulations. We see the younger kids trying to persuade dad to let them have a dog, the older girls wanting to wear silk stockings, and mother trying to stay calm through all of it. The fact that the play was both funny and touching added variety to it, making it enjoyable to watch. Director Lin Holder helped to promote enthusiasm and professionalism among the cast which seemed to do quite alot for the overall production. (To p) Anne Gilbre th (Jane de l aube nfels) comforts he r mothe r (Kathleen Mulvihill) afte r a sad goo dbye to Mr. Gilbre th. (Bottom) Th e teache r, Miss Brill (Cathy Bre mme r) is upset whe n she thinks the Gilbre th children have che ated on their exams. From left to right are Anne, Bill (Pe te Rolfzen), Ern esti ne (Mary Eberhard), Martha (Linda Quigley), and Fred (Mike Mulvi hill), who wa tch as Miss Brill speaks her mind. (Top) Ernestine and Frank (Chuck Gorman) Gilbreth remember many of their adventures while growing up as part of the Gilbreth clan. (Bottom) Mr. Gilbreth (Dave Schultz) and his wife talk to their children before Mr. Gilbreth has to leave on a business trip. The kids from left to right are Anne, Frank, Ernestine, Martha, Fred, Lillian (Beth Larsen), and Dan (Greg Lookabill). Not pictured but also participating in the production were Joe Scales (Chris Larsen) and Mrs. Fitzgerald (Anne Petratis). 41 42 (Opposite page, top) Larry (Jeff Lookabill), Anne's an gry boyfriend, wants to know why the nails and broken glass are in the driveway, while from left to right, Anne, Martha, an d Ernestin e try to give an explanation. (Opposite page, bottom left) Lillian and Jackie Gilb reth are listening to a family disc ussion. (Opposite page, bottom right) Fathe r and daughter reconcile while Mrs. Gilbreth comforts her daughter, Jane (Casey Ann Wilhelm) and son, Robert (Peter Thompson). Jackie and Lillian watch from the right. (Top Left) Mr. Gilbreth bids a solemn farewe ll to his family as h e leaves for a business trip, knowi ng he might never see them again. (Top right) There is tensio n in the air after Mr. Gilbreth and Anne have a misunde rstandin g. Pictured are Anne and Ernestine Gilbreth. (Bottom) Seated on th e couch are John Gilbreth (Rob Dressel), Mrs. Gilbreth, Robert, and Mr. Gilbre th , who watch as some of t he Gilbreth child ren perform a larger-thanlife skit of their own fami ly. The " performers" from left to right are Ernestine (playing mother), Frank (playing fa - ther), Dan acting as a factory owner, and Bill, Martha, Fre d , Lillian, and Jackie, all as factory workers. 43 CHEERLEADERS ARE CHAMPS AT w.c.c. The 1981-82 Varsity Cheerleading squad contributed highly to the spirit of St. Albert. The fourteen girls started early in the summer and practiced every morning in preparation for the World Cheerleading Council. They attended the camp at Lincoln and won the spirit award every day and also received the title as "Grand Champs". (below) (front row) Mary Lainson, Laura Eberhard, Christy Berriman, Jenny Leggio, Ann Brugenhemke, Kathleen Kelly, and Che ri Smith (capt}. (back row} Patty Kenkel, Jenny Wettengel, Theresa Hammen, Julie Kenney (capt}, Rach e lle Jeffrey (capt}, Mary Eberhard (capt) and Joann e Wettengel. (above) Mary Eberhard leads the fight song. (left) The squad shows excitement after another victory. (above) The cheerleaders show the crowd the meaning of spirit. (be low) The respective scheerleaders watch a close game. 45 46 CHEERLEADERS ENJOY SEASON (above) Sheila Ratigan and Michelle Marshall expresses joy after a cheer. (right) Denise White shows her talent with a jump. (front row, left to right) Denise White, Jenni Poole, Chri s Jeffrey; captain, and Ellen Sillik . (back row, left to ri ght) M ichelle Tighe and La ura O'Gara. (front row, left to right) The Junior Varsity Cheerleaders are: Linda Sundrup, Ann Suden, Kelly Culjat, and Marge McCann. (back row, left to right) Sheila Ratigan, Michelle Marshall, Melissa Dressel, and Katie Doyle. (left) Kelly Culjat and Marge McCann express enthusiam after a cheer. (below). Chris Jeffrey leads a chant. 47 48 POM-PON GIRLS ENTERTAIN AT THE PALACE (front row, left to right) Mary Tierney, Jill _ Boll, Cathy Bremmer, Maralea Keefe, Alison Duggan, Kris Branstetter, Mary Chevalier, and Marilyn Liston. (back row, left to right) co-captain Sue Snook, Janice Hotz, captain Nancy Gubbles, Kathy Grell, Lisa Noeker, Mary Snook, Marge Respe liers, and Julie Carlson. (below) Alison Duggan shows us he r physical look. The 1981-82 Porn Pon Squad ebtertained the crowds at the football field at at the "Palace" much this year. The were under the senior leadership of Sue Snook and Nancy Gubbels. Their faculty advisor is Ms. Polly Taylor. The squad spent part of their free time in the summer at Porn Pon camp where they won many awards. They should be a well rounded sq uad by this time next year. (above left) The porn pon squad ends a routine with a sparkle. (above right) M aril yn Liston raises her arm s in victory. (Left) During basketball season, the squad showed us many interesting formations. (Right) Jill Boll fires up th e crowd. 49 50 CAREER DAY IS A BIG SUCCESS - (above) Kent Widle discusses the art of pharamacy to a group of interested students. (right) Tom McDonald talks on the subject of enginerring while Cilia Rew shows her interest. (below right) Mike Moore of the Nonpariel discusses the aspect of reporting to some senior girls. In 1982, the National Honor Society helped sponser the St. Albert Career Day. The speakers were greeted by the NHS students and were treated to coffee and rolls. They went down to the gym and introduced to the students. They then were taken to their classrooms. All morning, they talked on their specific careers. Being the success it was, it will probably soon be an annual event. n2) LJ 51 FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT FOR FROSH (Bottom row) Beth Larsen, Mary Suden, LuAnn Fox, Lori Sundrup, Mary Jo Ryan , Bre nda Stokes, Jenn y Lehnen, Cathy Ce ase, Peg Lenihan, (Back row) Managers Michelle Corbaley and Donna Stivers, Kim Branstetter, DeAnna Gross, Pam Genere ux, Mary Johnson, Barb Simon, Alisa Range l, Kare n Vanderloo, anc Coach Deb Olson. Sainte s 36 22 21 39 38 12 47 20 Saintes 4S 44 41 4S SS S6 38 63 49 s2 . B-Team Wilson Tri-Cente r Kirn Lewis Central Wilson Kirn Lewis Central Tri-Ce nter A-Team Wilson Tri-Center Missouri Valley Kirn Lewis Central Wilson Kirn Lewis Central Tri-Center Oakland Opponents 16 40 38 46 27 23 42 46 Opponents 6S 70 38 60 31 34 58 30 38 40 (above ) Bre nda Stokes sc rambles for th e ball . Unde r the guidance of first yea r co ach, De b Olson, the fr eshme n Saintes p roduced the fi rst winning season for a fr eshme n girls team, compil ing a 6-4 re cord. The B-Team finishe d with a 3-S record. The girls fa ced ma ny well-rounde d teams during the season an d posted impressive wins over seve ral area rivals. The ir attitude, combine d with their he ight, and t he exp erience which they gain e d during the season could prove to be a big asset for t he ir future playing years. JV GIRLS REGISTER WINNING SEASON (left ot right) Diane Burdick, Renae Ravlin, Jackie Burke, Mary Wiese, Jacquie Young, Amy Porter, Shirley Roane, Lori Larsen, Paula Smith, Louise Rohling, Maureen McGinn, Jenny Moran, Susan Koehler, Jean Carlson, Jane Carlson. (behind) Manager Kelly Lawler. (above) Louise Rohling moves toward the basket. (right) Jane Carlson drives for an easy lay -up. Saintes 44 36 62 30 62 34 47 28 42 47 41 50 44 48 Team Record Missot,1ri Valley Lewis Central Manning Thomas Jefferson Underwood Farragut Sioux City East Tri-Center Thomas Jefferson Exira Abraham Lincoln Abraham Lincoln Shelby Walnu t Opponents 34 60 48 40 52 28 57 39 54 28 56 43 31 19 54 SAINTES PRODUCE TWENTY WINS (first row) (left to right) Amy Berner, Julie Masker, Anne Rohling, Lawler, Li sa M cDo nald, Cilia Rew, Ja cquie Wiese, Kris Petersen, Kristi Paula Kenney, and Maureen McGinn. (second row) Manager Kelly Alfers, Angela Porter, and Renae Ravlin . The group of girls which comprised the 1981-82 Saintes far . exceeded anyone's expectations, except maybe their own, as they produced the first twenty-win season in the history of the ·program. During the season th ey posted impressive victories over several Southwest Iowa Pow~rs, were undefeated in the city, and captured the Sioux City West Holiday Tournament. They also captured the attention and devotion of many people in the area. The Saintes used a balanced scoring attack and quick defense in exh ibiting their winning ways but more often than not it was their ability to perform in clutch situations that carried them to vi ctory. A heartbreaking loss in sectional finals put an end to the season and the high school careers of seven se niors. The unity, desire, and unselfishness among these seniors were key elements to the team's success. Their tal e nts will be missed but hopefu lly they have started a tradition which wi ll continue to grow in the years to come . Saintes 68 46 63 62 74 52 65 54 75 72 50 74 57 77 61 51 51 66 75 58 69 50 Varsity Charter Oak Mo. Valley L.C. Manning Hamburg T.J. Underwood Unity Christian Sioux City West Farragut Sioux City East Tri-Center T.J. Exira A.L. Treynor A.L. Shelby Walnut Sectionals L.C. Mo. Valley Glenwood Opponents 78 34 39 59 37 51 52 49 73 66 55 66 51 45 37 49 45 26 57 46 51 52 · (right) Cilia Rew shows her defensive prowess as her opponent (left) Jacquie Wiese takes a shot from her post posilooks for a way out. (center) Lisa McDonald skies over her tion. defender for two points. (l eft) The team ralli es before a game. (above) Paula Kenney gives a little extra effort on defense. (above left) Cilia Rew and Coach She rbo look concerned abo ut the progress of the game. SS 56 FALCONS BOW IN DISTRICT FINALS The 1981-82 Basketball team had a disappointing start for a good season. Their regular season consisted of a record of 7- 11. Many of the wins were over some tough teams including the team from Thomas Jefferson. The "game went into overti me and the Falcons proved to be the better team. Into the tournament time, the Falcons began to roll. They skimmed by a victory over Shenandoah and moved into a game with Atlantic. Atlantic had beat them in the regular se-ason. This time they didn't. They then moved into the final round of District play with Red Oak. Red Oak finally dominated the game but not until the final period. The Falcons were led by Chuck Schroer, who made the All-City first team. Steve Goebel made the All-City second team. The team was young and should be tough in years to come. (above left} Dan Konz shoots a jump shot. (above right} Keith Blum drives for a layup. (right} Chuck Schroer tips one up under the basket. (above) (bottom row) Mike Reggio, Steve Goebel, Keith Blum, Chuck Schaer, Marty Shudak, Rich Grell, and Rich Hoffman. (top row) Assistant Coach Dick Wettengel, Manager David LeMire, Mark Genereux, Dan Konz, Jim Pettit, Kevin Culjat, Steve Nelson, Chuck Haas, Jack Morrow, Dennis Lawlor, and Head Coach Mike Kavars. Falcons 69 65 56 61 52 59 52 53 39 51 33 45 71 67 51 74 59 47 47 59 51 Tri Center Abe Lynx Carol Kuemper Paul VI Tee Jay Cathedral Columbus Scotus L.C. Cathedral Holy Name Atlantic Treynor Clarinda Underwood Plattsmouth Missouri Valley Boystown Tee Jay Shenandoah Atlantic Red Oak Opponenets 28 61 77 79 55 63 55 70 41 36 46 55 63 43 58 45 67 44 46 47 66 (far left) Chuck Schroer re leases his patented jump shot. (l eft) Jim Pettit makes an easy layup. 57 58 JV BOYS PRODUCE A FINE SEASON (front row, left to rightj Mike Goebel, Kevin Wickham, Kurt Bransetter, Matt Root, Mike Doran, Bill Steenson, and Jay Pender. (second row, left to right) Coach Dick Wettengal, Chuck Haas, Matt Sullivan, Pat Geier, Bill Wettengal, Jack Morrow, Pat Johnson, Mark Gene reux, and Mickey Caputo. The J.V. Boys Basketball team posted an impressive 10-6 record under (:oach Dick Wettengal. The Falcons recorded victories over Paul VI, Cathedral, Holy Name, Clarinda, and Underwood. They had the experiences of Juniors Mark Genereux, Jack Morrow and Bill Steenson. One of their virtures was the ability to keep control during a tight game. They should have a successful season next year with a lot of experienced people returning. (left) Mark Genereux tries a trick shot. (right) Chuck Haas pumps one up for a jump shot. (above left) Mark Genereux snags a rebound. (above center) Pat Johnson puts o ne up for two. (above right) Kevin Culjat shows us his sky form against Paul VI. (left) Jack Morrow holds down his tight defensive form. (right) Kevin Culjat shoots for two against many defenders. 59 60 BALANCED ATTACK LIFTS WRESTLERS The 1981-82 Wrestling squad is from left to right: (front row) Chuck and Mark Sundrup . (third row) De nnis Range l, Dave Nie lse n, Tom Gorman, Pe te Le nihan, Dave Capere lli, Mark Beezley, Mark McPart- Allmon, Donald Hoffman, John Grund, Ed Abboud, and Mike Raes. land, Lance He rbe rt, and Tom Pierson. (second row) Chris Vande rloo, (top) Coaches Di ck Wright and Marshall Schic ilone . (b e low) Coac h Tom Martin, Chris Bowe rs, Rick Grote, Brain Johnson, Ton.Y Allmon, Schililone studi es his wrestl e rs. The 1981-82 Falcon Wrestling campaign consisted of a balanced attack of many talented individuals. The team had "all the tools" and produced a 5-4 dual season, which included wins over Underwood, Kuemper, Mo. Valley, Paul VI, and West Harrison. Wrestlers with winning records were: Pete Lenihan (98;17-5), John Grund (119;15-5), Tom Pierson (126;14-5), Rick Grote (132;10-9), Mark McPartland (138;14-10) and Lance Herbert (145;12-10). Le nihan captured three tournament titl es including Audubon, Paul VI, and West Harrison. Pierson captured the Paul VI tournament title. Grote, McPartland, and Tony Allmo n were Champions at the N.C.C. Conference Tourname nt. Althoug h the Falcons didn't send a wrestler to districts, their tournament performances were outstanding. They fin - ished third in both the West Harrison and the Conference Tournament. Next year's team should promise as much as this year's, as only fo ur sen iors will be lost to graduation . (above) Senior leadership was provided by (from left) Chuck Gorman, Rick Grote, John Grund, and Ed Abboud, (be low left} Rick Grote and John Grund take a rest. (below right) Ed Abboud takes down the opposition. 61 62 (top) The squad show their jubilation after winning another match. (center) Chris Vanderloo catches hold of his opponent. (below) Tony Allmon grapples with a foe. (above) Chris Vanderloo executes the pin hold. (below) Mike Rays breaks down his man. 63 64 SENIORS SHOW TALENT The seniors showed off their talent by putting on the annual Senior Production. The highlight of the day was when the seniors did their version of the history of rock and roll. The big finale of that was their rendition of "Grease Lightnil'}g". The se nior girls did their own song, "The Twelve Days of Demerits". It proved e nlightening. The big act of the day was a surprise act by the senior boys to an AC/DC song. The senior production may be in jeopardy because of it. (above) (left) Lisa M cDonald and Julie Leber sing their part in " Th e Twelve Days of Demerits". (above) (center) John Grund stars as the part that John Travolta made famous in "Grease". (above) (right) Bob Paulson sings the lead in the hi story of rock and roll. (ri ght) Ed Abboud shows off his talent of playing the guitar. 65 SING ALONG WITH LES MUSIQUES (TOP) Les Musiques includes sponsor Mrs. Jean Coughlin, (Back Row) Chuck Gorman, Jamie Finniff, Pat Johnson, Doug Epperson, Jim Ronfelt, Nick Pursell. (Second Row) Ann Brugenhemke, Lisa Noecker, (left) Pat Johnson just has to wonder about' Chuck Gorman, and his pal "Tony the Tiger". (right) A very interested group of singers, Huh? Mary Johnson, Cathy Bremmer, Mary Eberhard, and Kathleen Mulvihill. (Bottom Row), Carl Birusing, Muffy Horan, Linda Quigley, and Pat Pursell. (Top Left) Mrs. Coughlin enjoys her "Big Gulp" at a Les Musiques practice. (Top Right) The whole gang making beautiful music together. (Below) The groups wait as each section sings their part. 67 68 JOURNALISM SPONSERS CHRISTMAS DANCE The 1981 Christmas Dance was held on December 20. The Journalism class sponsered the dance filled with Christmas cheer. In the decorated cafeteria, couples danced to "Complete Music." The music varied from the traditional sounds of rock and roll to the Bunny Hop. The couples rocked away the night from 8:00 to 11 :30. (above right) Chris Si ll ik and Steve Gorman share a dance together. (above) Janet Murray and Lance Herbert are really getting into the swing of things. (right) Michelle Burke is shown dancing with all of her friends. (above left) Tom Liston stares into the camera while his date, Jacquie Burke, seems content. (above) A crowd shot shows the volume of people at the dance. (left) Mike Raes, Jenny Poole, and Deanna Gross try a group dance. Kim Bransetter and Andy Fischer watch the fun . b9 70 71 73 74 75 76 SAINTES IN TOP FORM IN 1982. Julie Leber and Julie Masker go through a familiar stretching routine before their race . (front row, left to right) Maralea Keefe, Peggy Lenihan, Ellen Sillik, Denise White, Marilyn Liston, Mary Suden, Missy Maurice, Jackie Burke, and Julie Masker. (2nd row) Beth Laren, Amy Porter, Chris Sillik, Michelle Burke, Lisa McDonald, Paula Kenney, Julie Leber, Amy Berner, Karen Vanderloo, Anne Rohling, Beanie Burgin, Mary Henry, and Coach Mark Skahill. (3rd row) Asst. Terry Dolnicek, Mary Ryan, Barb Simon, Mary Johnson, Chris Jeffries, Theresa Ryan, Lori Sundrup, Kristi Alfiers, Linda Sundrup, Cilia Rew, Mary Wi ese, and The resa Hammen. (top left) Lisa Mcdonald clears the high jump bar with ease. (top right) M ary Wiese and Amy Berner give it t heir all in the 400 meters. (left) Cilia Rew leaps to another victory in the long jump. (center) Paula Kenney concentrates on warming up. (lower right) Cilia Rew anchors another relay victory. 77 78 (above) Julie Masker struggles to catch an A.L. runner. (above right) Saintes gather around the track for another race. (right) Lori Sundrup and Michelle Burke re lax afte r their events. With several key performers from the 1981 state championship team returning, Coach Mark Skahill and his runners knew they had the potential for another outstanding season._ During the course of the season that potential became a reality as the Saintes came out on top in four meets and second in four others. Led by a talented group of seniors, they always represented themselves well against some other finest in Southwest Iowa. In capturing their fourth straight district titles, prospects for another state titles, prospects for another state titl e looke d promising. Injuries to key performe rs preve nted them form attaining that goal but they finish e d a respe ctabl e seve nth . Senior Paula Kenney tool her second straight state title in the 800 meters, Lisa McDonald leape d to third place in the high jump and, at the beginni ng of the season, Cilia Rew shattered the long jump record at 17-10. These girls proved, from the begin ning of the season to the end, that they we re winne rs both on the track and off. All season long they demonstrated the ki nd of ability and desire it takes to be a runner and they continued the tradition of the track program in record-breaking styl e . BOYS HAVE FINE SEASON (first row) (l eft to right) Jeff Kl e in, Paul Romano, Jeff Schmitz, Mike Mulvahill, Dave Tobias, Scott Gree n, Larry Hoffman, and Fred Romano. (second row) Tom Snook, Nick Pursell , Kris Rallis, Rick Holmes, Kei th Blum, Dom Catania, Mike Pe rtartis, John Gard, Jack The 1982 Boys Track Team is sending 4 events to the State meet in Des Moines. They include the 800 Relay with a time of 1:31.4. The relay consisted of Fred Romano, Dave Carlson, John Gard, and Keith Blum. The 400 Relay qualified with a time of 44.38, with the people of Dave Carlson, John Gard, Fred Romano, Keith Blum. 1600 Relay also. qualified with Keith Blum, John Gard, Dave Carlson, and Pat Johnson, with a time of 3:27.74. Rick Holmes qualified in the Pole Vault, with a vault of 12-6. The Falcons have some of the best times and jumps in the state and they should do well. (ri ght) Tom Liston leads an A.L. and T.J. for in one o f the distance run s. Smith, and Coach Ken Meshling. (back row) Erik Larsen, Tom Liston, Doug Epperson, Steve Plummer, and Coaches Wayne Maclearn and Tom Lazure . 79 60 (above left) Jack Smith shows his defined style in the shuttle hurdl e relay. (above) Kris Rallis strains in his effort to put the shot. (left) Rick Holmes handles the pole va ult easily . I (above left) Mike Wheeler anchors another winning relay. (above right) Scott Green shows his promising form in the hurdles. (above) Larry Hoffman skies in the long jump. (right) Coach Wayne Maclearn times the splits in the relays. 81 82 BOYS GOLF HAD GOOD YEAR. (this page) (above left) Mike Sparks shows his fine form in putting. (above right) Mike Sparks and Mark McPartland line up a putt. (right) Paul Steenson drives out a rough. (opposite page) (above left) Mike Sparks drives at the start of another d;iy. (above right) Paul Steenson prepares to get on the green. (below left) Chris Johnson concentrates on the putt. (below ri ght) Tom Oberdin starts off on tee #·1 83 84 GIRLS GOLF DRIVES FOR GOOD BEGINNINGS (left to right, first row) Sherry Monahan, Kim Bransetter, Barb Abboud, Jenny Lehnen, and Lousie Rohling. (left to right, second row) Jackie Young, Diane Burdick, Janelle Zimmerman, Brenda Stokes, and Renae Ravlin. (left) Janelle Zimmerman drives out a good shot. The 1982 Girls Golf team had a young team this year. They did not win many tournaments but they had what young teams must get and that-is experience. In the next couple of years, St. Albert should expect a good girls golf team because they did not lose any letterwinners to graduation. (above left) Lousie Rohling gets one on the green. (above right) Janelle Zimmerman shoots one on the green. (below left) Renae Ravlin swings into the backstroke on the later tee. (below right) Jenny Lehnen gets caught in a sand trap. 85 86 SAINTES PREPARE FOR GOOD SEASON (above, left to right) Jenn y Pool e, Anne Rohling, Louise Rohling, Bea nie Burgi n, Paula Smith, Julie Carlson, and Patty Kenkel. (below, first row, left to right) Je nn y Leggio. (second row) Julie Carlson, Jean Carlson , Kris Bransetter, Pau la Smith, and Je nny Poole. (back row) Coach Mike Kavars, Amy Be rn e r, Lisa McDonald, Caro lyn Storm, Laura Eberhard, Re nae Ravlin, Kathy Bre mme r, Kris Pete rso n and Coach Mark Skahill. (back row) Coach Mark Skahill, Kathy Bremme r, Carolyn Storm, Maureen McGinn, Susa n Koehler, and Luann Fox. j (above left) Carolyn Storm pre pares to throw the ball. (above) Chez Ro hling shows us her infielders style. (right) Lisa McDonald swings her mighty bat. 87 88 (above) Beanie Burgin catches one more strike. (right) Paula Smith and Julie Carlson show ·-" disgust at having their picture taken. (far above) Carolyn Storm gets ready to his one out of the park. (above) Laura Eberhard races toward home plate to score another run for the Saintes. 89 90 BOYS WIN CHAMPIONSHIP IN BASEBALL (first row, left to right) Ge ne Cannon, bat boy; Chris Franks, Mgr.; Mike Chevalier, John Wanning, Tim Lookabill, Marty Shudak, and Steve Johnson. (second row) Bob Paulson, Walt Stivers, Greg Johnson, Dan Clark, Boyd Murray, Dave Hargett, and Tom Eckrich. (third (above) Danny Clark swin gs at a we ll-thrown pitch. (right) De nny Scott throws a pitch that made him on an All-State Second Team. row) Coach Dick Wette ngel, Kerry Hunt, Chris Johnson, Jim Pettit, Kevin Culjat, Denny Scott, Jeff Stokes, Denny Lawlor, and Head Coach Rick Wahl. (far above left) Steve Johnson prepares to hit one out of the park. (far above right) Coach Wahl gives some words of advice to Greg Johnson. (center left) The Falcons prepare to switch sides. (above right) John Wanni ng goes to bat. (left) Kevin Culjat throws one home. 91 92 JUNIOR VARSITY OF 1982 (above, left to right) (First row) Joe Shaver, Chris Bowers, Greg Lookabill. (Second row) Steve Johnson , Tom Horan, Tom Root, Kurt Bransetter, Tom Martin, Jeff Lehnen, Matt Evers, Mark WickThe 1982 Junior Varsity Baseball squad is under a new coaching staff. The head coach is Mr. Dennis Hoffman and his assistant is 1981 graduate and baseball player, Steve Johnson. Under their direction, they should have a good year. (right) Gene Cannon shows the opposition his fastball. ham, and Coach Dennis Hoffman. (Third row) Pat Horan, Steve Plummer, Dean Alters, Mickey Caputo, Don Malvern, Matt Gronstal, Jeff Alters, Gene Cannon, and Tom Oberdin. (above left) A Falcon takes a swing at a pitched ball. (above right) Mark Wickham throws the ball home for an easy ou t. (left) The Junior Varsity dugout watches a close game. (above) Denny Lawlor hurls one toward home plate and th e strikeout zone. 93 94 FALCONS GOING FOR ANOTHER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (above , left to right) (first row) Tim Lookabill, Gre g Johnson, Chris Johnson , Chris Pritchard, Tom Eckric~ , Walt Stive rs, Mike Re ggio, and Marty Shudak. (second row) Jon Stidham, Tim Kinart, Ste ve The 1982 Baseball team will try to do something that no other sporting team in the history of St. Albert has been able to do, take the State Crown for two years. This will be a tough year for them because they lost many key players from last year's team but many of the starters this year saw alot of action last year at the State Tournament. (right) Je ff Sto kes d ecide s that the pitc h is insi d e. Olson, Ke ith Blum, Jeff Stokes, Ke vin Culjat, Jim Pe ttit, Denny Lawl o r, Bob Paulson , and He ad Coach Rick Wahl. (above left) Jeff Stokes prepares for the pitch. (above right) An unidentified Falcon and Chris Pritchard try to put out a Lynx at second base. (above) A Falcon tries to beat a throw to first. (right) The firstbaseman keeps an eye on everything. '!5 96 (top left) Lt. Cable, Capt. Brackett (Chris Larsen) and Commander Harbison (Pete Rolfzen) argue about business affairs. (above) Cable, Bloody Mary, and Liat (Jane Delaubenfels) talk happy. (left) Nellie and her fellow nurses "wash that man right outta" of their hair. (bottom left) Emile de Baque sings about his love, Nellie Forbush. (below) Jerome (Eric Lookabill) and Ngana (Maureen Wickham come to say goodnight to their father. SA PRODUCES ''SOUTH PACIFIC'' The Spring Musical this year was "South Pacific." It takes place. in the South seas during World War II. Instead of focusing on the actual war, it is more the story of people, the relationship they have with one another and the process of learning the problems the characters go through. A combination of comedy and high drama made the musical appealing to all tastes. (above) Nellie (Ann Brugenhemke) and Emile (Chuck Gorman) Talk about their relationship. (below) The Seabees and the Marines sing their song about Bloody Mary. (right) Bloody Mary (Mary Ebert) talks about sexy solider to Lt. Cable (Ron Hopp). 97 98 (far above left) The Frenchwomen and Islanders sing of Bali Hai. (far above right) The sailors plan another devious plan. (above left) Pat Johnson entertains the troops. (above right) Nellie cautions someone on love. (right) Lt. Cable and Liata get acquainted. (far above left) Just what is Chris Howard up to? (ce nte r left) Raven is a big success at th e dance. (left) Chris Herbe rt shows us his idea of the Watusi. (far above) Mike Mescher asks, "Who needs a date ?" (above) Jean and Jane Carlson, Lisa O'Gara, and Lousie Rohling take notes for next year. 99 100 A NIGHT OF SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY A night of good 'ol Southern fun and romance took place on April 17, 1982, as the Junior class presented an evening of "Southern Hospitality" to the soon departing Seniors. It was definately a night to remember, as all the guests enjoyed the beautifully decorated gym. Many seniors agreed that it was a great finale to add to their high school memories. Highlighting the evening was the procession of the court. Junior court included: Fred Romano, Laura Eberhard, John Hargett, Carolynn Storm, Dave Hobelheinrich, and Theresa Hammen. Senior court included: Marty Shudak, Mary Eberhard, John Grund, Mary Chevalier, and King Dave Hargett and Queen Paula Kenney. (top) Juniors crown Paula Kenney and Dave Hargett as Mary Ebherhard and Marty Shudak look o n. (le ft) Marty Sudak enjoys a slow dance wit h is date. (center) Mary Chevalier is escorted by John Grund. (right) Mary McClure and Steve Goebel show the proper way to dance. - ' r ~ / / '/-/ .. '• ~~ ~ ,_ ~ / (top left) Court members Teresa Hammen, Dave Houbelheinrich, Carolyn Storm, and John Hargett await the crowning. (top right) Pat Sullivan and his date are ready to dance! (left) Laura Eberhard is escorted by Fred Romano. (center) Dave Hargett is soon to be king. (right) Queen Paula Kenney dances with her proud date, Kip Crook. 101 102 AWARD NIGHT RECOGN IZES OUTSTANDING STUDENTS The annual event at St. Albert is the Award's Night held May "6. Many students were given awards that night and some of this included: Mary Ebrt for Best Actress, Chuck Gorman and Chris Larsen for Best Actor, Mary Henry for World-Herald Most Valuable Staffer, Jenny Wettengel for The Nonpariel Most Valuable Staffer Award and Anne Rohling is the World-Herald Scholarship winner. There was many other award winners. We wish extend our congratulations to all of them. (above right) Ms. Darnell hands out two of the Band awards to Jan ice Holtz and Janet Chappel. (right) Anne Rohling begins to accept her award for National Honor Society while Cheri Smith, Chris Johnson, and Mark Johnson wait. (left) Ms. Holder talks a little about the drama department and the Academy Awards. (below left) Chris Herbert receives his award for his participation in the Brain Bowl . . (bottom) Debbie Brockelsby and Valerie Cronk wait to receive their awards. 103 104 SENIORS CELEBRATE MASS AND TOGETHERNESS (above left) Michelle Burke pins a boutonniere on Tim Book. (above right) Anne Petratis pins a boutonniere on Dave Lovell while he watches. (right) Michelle Burke looks into the camera as she finishes her meal. (above left) Keith Blum waits while Ann Brugenhemke pins on a boutonniere. (above right) Mike Mescher, Tim Book, and Marty Shudak await their serving. (left) Cheri Smith addresses the senior class. (above) Rick Grote gives Rachel le Jeffrey her carnation. 105 106 LEADERSHIP DAY SHAPES A BRIGHTER FUTURE The National Honor Society sponsered the annual Leadership Day. It is held on the same day in the entire nation. It is used to show the school body who their leaders are. The Mayor of Council Bluffs was present to speak to the students. (above left) Mr. Logsdon speaks on the benefits of leadership. (above right) Lori Larsen and Matt Root take a walk up the leade rship aisle. (right) Marty Shudak waves to the camera (above left) The Mayor, Dave Christiansen gives a speech. (above right) A group of male leaders talk. (above) Mike Goebal and Chez Rohling show their leadership. (right) Mary Eberhard and Chris Johnson. 107 108 On May 19, 1982, a group of excited seniors began the long awaited march down the aisle of graduation. The program consisted of Mary Eberhard and Mary Ebert singing "May the Roads Rise Up." Then Anne Rohling and Cheri Smith led us up memory lane with a reminder of all the things we have done the past six years at St. Albert. After the presentation of diplomas, Ann Brugenhamke, Mary Chevalier, Mary McClure, Mary Eberhard, Lori Smith, and Rachelle Jeffrey sand their rendition of "If You Remember Me." After the final blessing by the Bishop, the seniors marched down a different aisle, the aisle of life. (above right) Sue Robinson adjusts her cap one more time before the march. (right) The crowd listens attentively while Ann Brugenhemke, Mary Chevalier, Mary McClure, Mary Eberhard, Lori Smith, and Rachelle Jeffrey sing "If You Remember Me." S UBCP ,~ u (above left) Anne Rohling speaks on the times the senior class had together. (above right) A line of happy girls await their diplomas. (left) Reina Alcocer proudly marches down the aisle. (above) A group of graduates listen to a song. 109 110 (right) Sue Snook and Chris Larsen march down the aisle. (below) Cheri Smith discusses the years we have spent together. (below right) The members of the board, administration and Diocese listen to the speeches. RT HICt4 SCI OOl Ma I Ii ~ THE SPIRIT OF ST. ALBERT (above left) John Grund accepts his award from Principal Pat Lackowski. (above right) Cheri Smith and John Grund show their thoughts on their awards. (left) John Grund watches while Cheri receives her award. This year's Spirit of SA winners were Cheri Smith and John Grund. They were picked by the graduating senior class. Cheri was a cheerleader for three years and was a member The National Honor Society. She was an officer in the NHS. She was also active in Student Council. She was the Senior Class President. She added spirit and a determination to achieve to the class of 1982. John was active in sports all of his years at St. Albert's. He lettered three years on football and four in wrestling. He was active in some of the school's dramatic productions. He was always favorite in them. John added enthusiasm and fun to all events he was part of. 111 SPECIAL INTERESTS STUDENT COUNCIL LEADS THE SCHOOL The Student Council has succeeded in many things this year. They sponsered one of the many challenges brought on by the Senior class, like the Senior-Faculty games. They were led by Mr. Wayne Mclearn and Mr. Mark Skahill. They should provide much leadership for the next year. (above left) The Student Council officers: Anne Rohling, President; Nancy Gubbels, Treasurer; Doug Foreman, Vice-President. (left) Senior Class Representatives: Mark Johnson, Mary Eberhard, Chris Johnson, and Katie Berner. 113 114 (right) Junior Class Officers: (front row) Theresa Hammen, Kris Bransetter, (back row) Allison Duggan, and Mark Ja - bro. (left) Senior Class Officers: Cilla Rew, Cheri Smith, Chris Howard, and Michelle Burke. (left, left to right) The Junior Cl~ss Repr ese ntatives: Jeff Lookab11l, Mauree n McGinn, Pat Sullivan, and Patty Kenkel. (left, left to right) The Sophomore Class Officers: Mike Goebel, Jackie Young, lousie Rohling, and Kurt Birusingh. 115 116 NHS INDUCTS 12 NEW MEMBERS (front row) Jenny Wettengel, Sue Robinson, Julie Masker, Alison Duggan, Cheri Smith, and Anne Rohling. (second row) Jane Del aubenfels, Mary Ebhard, Julie Kenney, Katie Berner, Kristi Alfi ers. NanThe National Honor Society inducte d 12 new members to their squad. They included seniors: Julie Kenney, Jenny Wettengel, Mary Eberhard, Cilia Rew, and Joan Fredrickson. The juniors were: Jane Delaubenfels, Kristi Alfiers, Denny Lawlor, and Mark Wickham. The sophomore s were: Maralea Keefe, Mike Goebel, and Bill Wettengel. (first row, left to right) The new members: Maralea Keefe, Jan e Del aubenfels, Julie Kenney, Jen- ny Wettengel, Mary Eberhard, Kristi Alfiers, Cilla Rew, Joa n Fredrickson, and Denn y Lawlor. (back row) Mark Wickham, Mike Goebel, and Bill Wettengel. cy Gubbels, Paula Ke nney, and Greg Johnson. (third row) Bill Wettengel, Denny Lawlor, Ma ralea Keefe, Mark Wickham, Mike Goebe l, Cilia Rew, Joan Fredrickson, Chris Johnson, and Mark Johnson. q (front row, left to right) The old NHS members: Sue Robinson, Nancy Gubbels, Julie Maske r, Alison Duggan, Che ri Smith, and Anne Rohling. (back Row) Chris Johnson, Paula Ke nn ey, Katie Be rn e r, Mark Johnson, and Greg Johnson. (left to right) The NHS officers: Katie Berner, Nancy Gubbels, Anne Rohling, and Cheri Smith. 11 7 JOURNALISM The Journalism Staff consisted of: - - - editor: Mary Henry - - - typist: Jenny Wettengal - - - reporters: Jenny Wettengal Mike Sparks Amy Berner Laura Eberhard Alison Duggan Jay Gubbels Chuck Haas Linda Quigley Jane DeLaubenfels Beanie Burgin Maureen McGinn Jenny Leggio - - - photographers: Dave Lovell Walt Stivers Jenny Leggio Erik Larsen 119 120 LETTERMAN'S CLUB (first row, left to right) Chris Sillik, Beanie Burgin, Julie Masker, Kristi Smith. (third row) Chris Johnson, Mark Johnson, Alison Duggan, Alfiers, Marilyn Liston, Mary Eberhard, and Cilia Rew. (second row) Doug Foreman, Denny Lawlor, Rick Holmes, Lisa McDonald, Keith Anne Rohling, Jenny Wettengel, Julie Kenney, Patty Kenkel, Mau- Blum, and Paula Kenney reen McGinn, Michelle Burke, Julie Leber, Nancy Gubbe ls, and Che ri The Letterman's Club sponsered the annual Letterman's Club Run and Bikea-thon. Those wishing to run, ran two miles and those wishing to bike, biked six miles. This event is always successful and should be a favorite for many years. (left to right) The officers of the Letterman's Club: Julie Masker, Lisa McDonald, Cilia Rew, and Mic he lle Burke. 121 122 SA STAFF LENDS A HAND. (far above left) Main office secretary Carolyn Maclearn. (far above right) Janitors of SA Wayne Johnson and Jack Hendricks. (above left) Our cooks: Joan Pursell, Virginia Carberry, Theresa Wellman, Jo Ann Sherman, Dolores Romesburg, and Lucille O'Connor. (above right) The Business Office secretaries Sondie Green and Gloria Blum. TEACHERS STUDY ANOTHER YEAR Jonna Anderson MaryAnn Angeroth Jean Coughlin Ester Darnell Terry Dolnicek Shirley Ekdahl Fr. Howard Fitzgerald Linda Holder VVayn e Macl earn De borah McGuire Ken Mehsling Virgie O a tman 123 124 (first row, all top to bottom) Deb Olson, Marshall Scichilone and Kathy Thoinsen. (second row) Tom Reilly, Mark Skahill, Marilyn Wandersee. (third row) Juli e Roach, Siste r Sylvia Swanke, Dick Wette nge l, and Kennie Wiegman. (fourth row) Mary Ann Rudersdorf, Caroline Swartz, Sterling West, and Dick Wright. not picture d: Mike Gill Sr. Mary Kay Haidusek Tom Lazure Fr. Mik e O 'M eara Moni ca Smith Polly Taylor Ursula Te tzlaff Fr. De nnis Trausch Rick Wahl Dave Garland Al Sherbo Mike Kavars Gre g Logsdon Fr. Ed Hurley Pat Lacowski 125 FRESHMEN SOPHOMORES JUNIORS SENIORS 126 FRESHMEN 128 Barb Abboud Jeff Alfiers Tony Allmon Karl Birusingh Pete Book Chris Bowers Kim Bransetter Debra Brockelsby Patricia Buchanan Eugene Cannon Dom Catania Kathleen Cease Michelle Corbaley Valeri e Cronk Sidney Edelbrock Doug Epperson I J ~ . . · . ... Andy Fischer Mike Fischer Luann Fox Shelley Fox Pam Genereux Tony Goeser Scott Green Deanna Gross Do nald Hoffman Tom Horan Kathy Horan Gina Jabro Mark James Brad Jeffrey Chris Jeffrey Brian Johnson 129 130 Mary Johnson John Keefe Julie Krupicka Beth Larsen Jennifer Lehnen Peggy Lenihan Greg Lookabill Dianne Marr Tom Martin Kenneth Masker Tom McVey Mary Kath McGinn Mike Mulvihill David Nie lsen Te rry O'Grady Tom O b e rdin Laura O 'Gara Brain Osborne Eric Petersen Mike Petratis Mike Platt Steve Plummer Jenny Poole Patrick Prusell Mike Raes Alisa Rangel Jackie Ratigan Fred Roane Mary Jo Ryan Jeff Schmitz Joe Shaver Ellen Sillik 131 132 Barb Simon Jack Smith Tom Snook Paul Steenson Donna Stivers Bre nda Stokes Mary Ann Suden Lori Sundrup Collen Tetzlaff Michelle Tighe Dave Tobias Chris Vanderloo Ka re n Vanderloo De nise Wal.ter D nise Wh ite g White Steve Whillms Matt Wise Janine Zimmerman 133 SOPHOMORES ( f Dean Alfers Tony Allmon Mary Ba r ton Kurt Birusin gh Jeff Book Kurt Brans etter Teresa Brocklsby Chris Bro snih an Diane Burdick Jac k ie Burke Julie Cain Dave Caparelli Mi c key Caputo Ja ne Carlson Jean Car lson Jeff Car lson 135 1lfi Ke !ly Culjat Paul Diblasi Mik e Doran Kati e Doyle Melissa Dresse l Mark Elliot Matt Evers Jim Featheroff Kevin Fouts Peter Franks Patty Friel John Gard Pat Ge ie r Tammy Ge rman Mike Goebel Doug Gray .; f I •• ..... ,, . .. Matt Gronstal Jon Gubbels Denise Joh nson Pat Johnson Patricia Jones Maralea Keefe Jeff Klein Susan Koehler Lori Larsen Leah Larsen Kelly Lawlor Jeff Lehnen Dave Lemire Tom Liston Monica Lope z Don Malvern 137 136 Michell Marshall Pat Masker Bill McGruder Majorie McGann Ann McGill Molly McGinn Melinda M cGud e r Mark McPartland Diane Meyering Je nny Moran Pat Mulvihill Lisa O'Gara Ka tie O'Hara Jay P e nder Amy Porter Kr is Ra ll is '·i .. I , \ \ / It I r Shelia Ratigan Re nae Ravlin Jo Ann Respeliers Shirley Roane Larry Rohatch Lousi e Rohling Paul Romano Matt Root Mike Ryan Lori Schmitz Paula Smith Pat Smith Mary Ann Snook Frank Stander Matt Sullivan Linda Sundrup 139 140 Kathy Thompson Bill Wettengal David Whetstone Kevin Wickham Mary Wiese Jacquie Young Tony Zimmerman Pat Horan not pictured: David Clark Muffy Horan ( JUNIORS ... 142 Kristi Alfers Mark Bee zley Joanne Ber aldi Amy Berner Christy Berriman Jill Boll Kris Bransetter Cathy Br emmer Mary S ue Bridges Ai lene Burgin David Carlson Julie Carlson Karen Ca rta Janet C h a ppell Stac ie Christensen Sa ndy D a n a la j ' ) { \ Jane Delaubenfels Theresa Dinovo Allison Duggan Beth Dusing Laura Eberhard Jamie Finiff Doug Foreman Mark Genereux Kathy Gre ll Jay Gubbe ls Chuck Haas Teresa Hamme n John Hargett Bill He itert Lance He rbe rt Dave Hoebe lhe inri ch 143 144 Ron Hopp Janice Hotz Mark Jabro Patty Kenkel Pat Kenney Kris Knudsen Dan Kon z Daron Kruse Mary Lainson Erik Larsen Dennis Lawlor Jenny Leggio Pete Lenihan Jeff Lookabill Julie Masker . Maureen M cGinn Matt McPartland Sherry Monahan John Morrow Kathleen Mulvihill Janet Murray Bill Niebur Lisa Noecker Mary Novak Bob Osborne Kris Petersen Tom Pierson Chris Pritchard Dominic Pursell Linda Quigley Dennis Range l Marge Respe lie rs 145 146 Dawn Rolfzen Fred Romano James Rondfeldt Tom Root Tim Ryan Wendy Schmitz Wendy Shepherd Chris Sillik Keely Smith Jim Sondag Donna Stangl Bill Steenson Carolyn Storm Ann Sude n Pat Sulliva n Mark Sundrup Bruce Bryat Chris O'Hara not pictured: Nina Bebensee Steve Olson Beth Tamous Mary Tierney Debbie Tighe Joanne Wettengal Mike Wheeler Mike Whetstone Mark Wickham Janelle Zimmerman 147 SENIORS 148 Re ian Alcocer Katie Be rner Keith Blum Tim Book Drew Bremmer Ann Brugenhemke Matt Burke Michelle Burke Pat Cain Theresa Caputo Mary Chevalier Kevi n Cox Kevin Culjat Mary Eberhard Mary Ebert Tom Eckrich 149 150 Ken Fischer Mark Fischer Roxanne Fisher Joan Friedrichson Steve Goebel Chuck Gorman Monica Gray Rich Grell Rick Grote John Grund Nancy Gubbels Jerry Haas Ste ve Hende rson Mary He nry Chris He rbe rt La rry Hoffman , '\ \.\'\ }\\\\ Veronica Hoffman Rich Hoffman Rick Holmes Chris Howard Rachelle Jeffrey Karen Jerkovich Chris Johnson Greg Johnson Mark Johnson Kathleen Kelley Julie Kenney Paula Kenney Tim Kinart Faith Kirby Joe Krettek Chris Larsen 151 152 Julie Leber Mary Lenihan Suzanne Leslie Marilyn Liston Tim Lookabill David Lovell Jim Madsen Melissa Maurice Katie McCann Mary McClure Cary McDonald Lisa McDonald Jim McGill Mike Mescher Mark Miller Molly Mullin Steve Nelson Shelley Oberdin Kathy Olsen Bob Paulson Anne Petratis Jim Pettit Angela Porter Mike Reggio Cilia Rew Jackie Roane Susan Robinson Anne Rohling Peter Rolfzen Dave Schultz Marty Shudak Cheri Smith 153 154 Lori Smith Sue Snook Mike Sparks Beverly Stangl Jon Stidham Walt Stivers Jeff Stokes Jacquie Wiese Jo hn Wil kinso n Phil Zimmerman not pictured: Ed Abboud Dan Blair Kip Crook Dave Hargett Shaun Marshall Theresa Ryan Ch uck Schroer Jenny Wettenge l Mary Jo Swanson BLlJE STAR FOODS, INC. 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Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource St. Albert High School yearbooks Subject The topic of the resource School yearbooks -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. St. Albert High School (Council Bluffs, Iowa) -- Yearbooks. Description An account of the resource A collection of yearbooks for St. Albert High School. These books were published annually to record, highlight, and commemorate the past year of the school. The years 1967-present are covered in this collection. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource St. Albert High School Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1967-Present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Educational use only, no other permissions given. 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Language A language of the resource English Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Scanned from a loaned copy. Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. 1982 St. Albert High School Yearbook 1982 Annual SAHS schools St. Albert High School Yearbook https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/66600b1d8ba7691f0566bb108992022a.pdf e19839b4173321c0dd4878ca4fcf20f8 PDF Text Text D\mens\ons 19'81 5+. A\ b c rt C a-t'ho\\c ~ \q~ Sc..'hoo \ 400 u \eo..45on A"enu..e. Co U.r'\C \ \ 'B \ u ++~,I O'-HO... "0 \ V..rt'\ e. x sz: On +he roQd ~9q # - - - - - I~ ----STUD N ~~ LIFE 'I ~ (I) ..................... I n IP ::1., IE p I ;,: I ;t- ~ - - - / Q)fo .0 '00.J ~ + uo >c; Ii -· 1? -+- I CD 1 --- --. " FALL po.9e Ii IH ----~-----:---------~ ~ \.. 0 ve is h-\Q.kin9 Music w\}( ) - - - - - -- ·SPRING po.9e 11 I - STUDENTS ...,.. ~ pa.9e I 3~ -. 1i £ \. 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The juniors/ "like a band of gypsies we go down the highway// wait their senior year and future plans. With the seniors graduating and going on to college/ "goin/ places that they/ve never been/ seein / things that they may never see again/" expresses their feelings. We feel "On the Road Again " fits the life at Saint Albert High School now and even after the old high school days are over because our whole life is like a road. The people we meet are like the towns along the way and everyone will surely have a few detours/ dead ends/ and no passing zones along the way. But if we keep this in our thoughts/ "We/re the best of friends/ and insisting that the world keeps turnin/ our way/ and our way/" we/re sure each of us will reach our destination. 15 16 17 S+. RI be..-tH i9h .School lQ[MtlEs t --- , .. ,__~------------------------~------ 20 Students Unite To Express Oneness Uniting as one was the meaning of the first All School Mass. The entire student body gathered in the gym to participate in this celebration which was led by Fr. Hurley. Students joined in the Mass by creating a large mural made up of symbols which represented the different school activities. (Left) The Celebrants for our first m ass are pictured here in their entrance procession. (Top) Fr. Ed Hurley expresses the m ean ing of "oneness" as th e studen t body listens. (Lower) Students con struct a mural which sh ows how S t. Albert's is "United" by the many activities that we have. Seniors Organize Election Day (Top left) Seniors Kathy Lemire, Kevin Zimmerman, and Kraig Rallie help tabulate votes. (Top right) Dan Koehler explains the voting procedure. (Above) Patty Friel assists fellow Freshmen voters Mary Barton and Shirley Roane. (Right) Seniors Chris Franks and John Duggan await the arrival of voters as Lynn Christiansen prepares the ballot box. The government class, led by Chuck Wolever, organized an election to coincide with the National Presidential Elections. Thes~ elections are held during every Presidential Election year. This year's results closely resembled the actual tabulations as Ronald Reagan took a landslide victory over Jimmy Carter at St. Alberts, as well as the United States. The purpose of these elections is to make the student body aware of their needed participation in the U.S. Government. 21 Cross Country Teams Run State To The girl's cross country team, improving in their second year, qualified for the state meet where they took a 5th place finish. Paula Kenney led the girls as she took 9th place. Steve Gorman was the lone boy's member to compete in the state meet. {Top) Boys Varsity Cross Country Team: (Left to Right) Coach M ark Skahill, Tom Liston, Steve Gorman, Ken Konz, Boyd Murray, and Chris Brosnihan. (Left) Steve Gorman poses for a picture before an exhausting workout. (Right) Girls' Varsity Cross Country members: (Left to Right) Sharon Friel, Michelle Burke, Marilyn Liston, Lisa M cDonald, and Paula Kenney. --.,,~ (Top Left) Girls' ]. V. Cross Country members: (Left to Right) Mary Lenihan, Kris Peterson, Jackie Burke, and Beanie Burgin . (Top right) Sharon Friel is pictured trudging up a hill. (Lower left) Steve Gorman watches the preceding race as he prepares for his upcoming event. (Lower righ t) Coach Skahill tapes Michelle Burke's foot before running. 23 24 New Falcons Hit The Turf The 1980 freshman football team showed a lot of promise this season as they finished with two win s, two losses, and two ties. The young Falcons opened their season with a loss against Lewis Central of 12-0. However, th ey were not shaken from the loss of the L. C. game, or the Paul VI game. The team came back with wins over Missouri Valley and Glenwood. They also managed to pull out two ties against the Boystown and Plattsmouth teams. The 1980 frosh players were coached by Dick Wright and Fr. Michael O 'Meara. ]. V. Pulls Through Tough Season The junior varsity Falcon football team of 1980 pulled through a tough season this fall. The main cause of this could be due to the inexperience, yet strong determination, of the young team. The Falcons opened their season with a battle against Lewis Central. This opening game proved to be a hard start for the team as they lost 26-6. Although the team was accompanied by two more loss.es, they proved they had wh at it took in their game against Boystown. It was h ere that the Falcons rivaled to take a 6-0 lead, and finish ed with a score of 6-2 to win the game. This lone victory raised the young Falcon 's record to 1- 3 as they finished for the season. All in all, the j. v. squad gained valuable experience for their upcoming varsity season in 1981. ATHLETICS 26 Injury-Laden Falcons Finish 4-5 The Saint Albert Varsity Football Squad fought their way through a 4-5 season this year under the guidance of Head Coach Nick McGrain, and assistants Rick Wahl and Marshall Schichilone. The four Falcon Victories were against Thomas Jefferson, Paul VI, Holy Name, and Saydel. All five team captains (John Wanning, John Romano, Denny Scott, John Duggan, Jim Lenihan) were selected as the first team of the AllConference squad. Picked for Honorable Mention were: Marty Shudak, Jeff Stokes, Kevin Culjat, Chris Geier, Jim Gard, Jay Doll, John Grund, and John Foreman. The Falcons were beset with many injuries this year, but showed much poise and determination through out the year. With many Juniors seeing a lot of action this year, the Falcons look forward to a stonger year next year . . The 1~80 Varsity Football Squad consisted of Seniors: ]1m Lenihan, Jim Gard, John Romano, John Duggan, Denny Scott, John Wanning, Stan Gray, Chris Geier, John Foreman, and Jay Doll. Juniors: Marty Shudak, Jeff Stokes, Greg Johnson, John Grund, Keith Blum, Drew Bremmer, Dave Hargett, Chuck Gorman, Mike Reggio, Kevin Culjat, foe Krettek, Steve Henderson, Matt Burke, Ken Fischer, and Jon Stidham. Sophomores: Doug Foreman, Bill Steenson, Fred Romano, Darron Kruse, Jim Sulentic, Robert Osborne, Chris Pritchard, Matt McPartland, Jim Finiff, Dennis Lawlor, Mark ]abro, Mark Sundrop, John Hargett and Tom Root. (Top Left) fay Doll races towards the end-zone after receiving a pass from quarterback Marty Shudak. (Top right) Head Coach Nick McGrain in - structs his Falcon gridders during their victorious game again st Holy Name. (Lower) Falcon defenders swarm an opposing LeMars back. 27 28 Frosh And ]. V. Show Improvement }. V. Volleyball Team: (Row I) Mary Tiern ey, Kris Branstetter, Patty Kenkel, Laura Eberhard, Carolyn Storm, Chris Sillik. (Row 2) Coach Dolnicek, M anager Allison Duggan, Julie Carlson, Jenny Leggio, Stacie Christian sen, M aureen Mi::Ginn, Amy Berner, and assistant Coach Lincoln. The freshman volleyball team finished with a record of 2-8. They scored impressive victories over Tri-Center and Cathedral. The frosh played a tough schedule and experienced close losses to Mercy, Lewis Central, Kirn, Glenwood, and Holy Name. The Saintes junior varsity volleyball team closed the season with a 1-8 record. The lone victory came over West Harrison. Julie Carlson, Carolyn Storm, Patty Kenkel, and Chris Sillik were the leading servers. The Saintes came up against some tough opponents such as Paul VI, Cathedral, and Holy Name. Freshman Volley ball Team: (Row I) Jane Carlson, Chez Rohling, Mary Snook, Jenny Moran, Amy Porter, Jean Carlson. (Row 2) Coach Lincoln, Paula Smith, Maralea Keefe, Diane Burdick, Mary Wiese, Jacquie Young, Jane Hughes, and Lori Larsen. (Top left) Mary Tierney bumps the ball up to Laura Eberhard as Patty Kenkel prepares to spike it. (Lower left) Coach Dolnicek and Coach Lincoln call a time-out to discuss their strateg y. (Top right) Frosh celebrate a victory. 29 30 Saintes Finish With Second Best Season (Top) St. Albert Varsity Volleyball Team : (Row 1) Patty Kenkel, Sig Rohling, Amy Berner, Laura Eberhard, M aureen M cGinn, Carolyn Storm. (Row 2) Coach Dolnicek, Manager Alison Duggan, Moog Brosnihan, Cilia Rew, Beth Buchanan, Jacquie Weise, M artha Flecky, Karen Blodgett, and Assistant Coach Lincoln. (Lower right) Beth Buchanan serves cross court. The Saintes Volleyball team finished their season with a record of 11-11. This was the second best record ever in the school's history. The Saintes also had their first Centennial Conference win against Holy Name. The team voted Beth Buchanan (Best server), Martha Flecky (Best All Around and Best Passer), Sig Rohling (Best Digger and Spark Plug Award), Karen Blodgett (Best setter), Jacquie Weise (Best spiker), and Cilla Rew (Best blocker). Martha Flecky and Beth Buchanan also received Honorable Mention All - State. (Top right) Jacquie Weise, Beth Buchanan, Karen Blodgett await the serve. (Lower left) Karen Blodgett sets it high to Martha Flecky who spikes it into the opponent's court. Beth Buchanan waits for the return. (Lower right) Cilla Rew jumps high to spike it past a blocker. (Top left) Moog Brosnihan back sets it to Martha Flecky. 32 Toga Days/ Debut Proves Successful A new addition to St. Albert's Homecoming week activies was Toga Day. Many high school students participated in this Roman tradition of sheet wrapping. (Right) An attempted kidnapping was made of Mrs. Angeroth by Romans Kraig Rallis and Mike Wallace. Pictured below Melissa Dressel takes time out to model her toga. ; '""- {Top) Th ese Romans stop by the library to p ose For a picture. (From left to right) M artha M oran, Jennie N eary, Steve Bremmer, Ann Ryan, Judy Wettengel, M ike Wallace, Julie M ehsling, Sue Sage, Mary JeanMal ven, Mike Chevalier, Anne Petra tis, and Kraig Rallis. L Wild And Craziness Prevails The Third annual Wild and Crazy Days was once again a big success at St. Alberts. Studen ts in grades 9-12 dressed up in various costumes to show their insanity. (Top left) Little Orphan Annie (Susan Stokes) and Cinderella (Lynn Smith) show off their photogenic personality in the halls of St. Alberts. (Top right) Senior Ronda Kruse displays the newest in fishing attire. (Left) Jennie Neary, th e new geometry teacher, explains the Pythagorean Theorem to her students. 33 34 uFalcon Spiritn Demonstrated At Pep Rally (Top left) Susan Stokes stands in front of th e spirit that earned the Seniors first place in the float competition. (Top right) A closer look at the Senior's recipe for Falcon Spirit. (Lower left) A Falcon foo tball player shows who is n umber one as he p articipates in the freshman float. (lower rig ht) Th e Sophomore class displays their float. 1980 Homecoming Queen And Court "Catch that Falcon Spirit" was St. Albert's 1980 Homecoming theme. The Seniors proved victorious in the float competition as they conjured up an award-winning recipe for Falcon spirit. Margaret (Moog) Brosnihan was crowned Homecoming Queen. Her majesty's court consisted of Joni Poole, Betsy Coughlin, Theresa McVey, and Lynne Christiansen. (Top left) Queen Brosnihan shows her happiness moments after being crowned. (Top right) Joni Poole and her escort Jim Lenihan await the crowning of the Queen. (Lower left) Th eresa M c Vey and her escort John Duggan pose for the crowd at the pep rally. (Lower righ t) Queen Brosnihan is pictured with h er 1980 Homecoming Court of Joni Poole, Betsy Coughlin, Th eresa McVey, and Lynne Christiansen. 35 36 The Phases Of A Successful Homecoming (Top left) Cathy Wyrick gives her attention to the photographers. (Top right) Patty Kenkel models her evening attire. (Lower left) Pretty Patty Doran does her assign - ment for chemistry. (Lower right) Martha Moran satisfies her munchies fit. • I' (Top left) John "Fish Face" Foreman and Sr. Pat enjoy the dance. (Top right) Darron Kruse, Karen Carta, and Dennis Lawlor take a break From dancing. (Lower left) Paula Smith and Pat John son receive instruction s From referee Ronda Kruse. (Lower right) Mr. Lodgson, Mr. Sherbo, and John Foreman discuss the upcoming activities. 37 reshmen Experience Life As A Cheerleader (Top) Freshmen Cheerleaders: Leah Larson, Linda Sundrup, Susan Koehler, Melissa Dressel, Jo Respeliers, and Sheila Ratigan. (Left) Frosh prepare For a mount. (Lower right) A victory mount performed at a time-Out. (Lower left) Linda Sundrup, Sheila Ratigan, Melissa Dressel, and Jo Respeliers cheer their team on. j •• J. v. Continues Onward (Top) Junior Varsity Cheerleaders: (Row I) Theresa Hammen, Laura Eberhard, Christy Berriman, Mary Lainson, jenny Leggio (Row 2) Joanne Wettengel, Theresa Dinovo, Jane deLaubenfels, Mary Tierney, and Patty Kenkel. (Lower left) Laura Eberhard shows her stuff. (Top) Theresa Hammen and Patty Kenkel pep up the crowd. (Lower right) Part of the]. V. Squad are cheering together. (Lower center) Mary Lainson shows that she does get confused at times. 39 J Spirit Catches On At SA (Top) Varsity Ch eerleaders: (Row 1} Julie Kenney, N ancy Ry ba, Susan Stokes, Jenny W etteng el, Lynne Ch ristian sen, Betsy Coug hlin (R ow 2} Barb Larsen, Cynthia Green, Cheri Smith, Kathleen Kelfy, Lisa Tig he, and M ary Eberhard. (l ower left) A cheerleading sk it explain s h ow SA is g oing to destroy the T.]. "Bumblebees". (Center top) Th e elem ent of surprise is always essential as you can telf in this picture of Jenny We tteng el. (Lo wer right) N ancy Ryba and Cynthia Green confer on the nex t move. (l ower center) Th e Va rsity sq uad lin es up and waits for the band to p lay the fig ht song. (Left) Wrestling cheerleaders watch and cheer the grappler on to a victory. (Below) Lynne Christian sen, Lisa Tigh e, and Julie Kenney are pictured giving a time-out cheer. (Lower left) Vario us squads express their feelings about enthusiam and school spirit during a pep rally. The cheerleaders work hard to uphold the spirit at SA. Many hours are spent in planning pep rallies, decorating the halls, and cheering at the games. During the summer they had car washes and held a clinic for girls in fifth through tenth grade, to earn money for buying ribbons to be sold later in the year. To work on perfection and learn new chants and cheers, these girls attended a cheerleading clinic at Lawrence, Kansas for a week. All in all, the girls have spent much of their time and effort to bring spirit into the halls of SA. 41 42 Pom Pon Squad Shakes To '81 (fop) Pom Pon Squad (Row I) Sue Snook, Janice Hotz, Janet Murray, Julie Mehsling, Sue Carta (captain), Kathy Lemire. (Row 2) Molly Goebel, Marge ~espeliers, Judy Wettengel, Marilyn_ Liston, Nancy Cub- ' ll' l (Lower left) Cathy Bremmer and Marilyn Liston kick up their heels to a new routine. (Lower right) Pom Pon girls discuss an upcoming performance. bels, Linda }abro. (Row 3) Cathy Bremmer, Kathy Sealock, M ary Sue Wickham, Theresa McVey, Patty Doran (co-captain), Alison Duggan . The SA Pom Pon Squad is really stepping it up this year to k eep the crowds entertained during half-time of the football and basketball games. Their many varied routines are always a welcome change of pace. Th e girls attended a N.C.A. Pom Pon Clinic at Iowa State in August, where they learn ed a lot of new routines and ideas for this year. Fifty-four ribbons and the spirit stick were awarded to the squad for their performances and enthusiasm. This is no little accomplishmen t and their spirit and hard work is shown in their routines throughout th e year. (Top left) Linda Jabro, Julie Mehsling, and Patty Doran are all smiles as they perform to "Celebrate". (Top rig ht) Th e girls wait patiently to begin their routine to the fight song . (Center) Th e entertaining group proudly marches toward the audience. (left) The Porn Pon girls give it all they've got. 43 44 Band Shows Progress The 1980-81 St. Albert's High School Band has shown great progress. The band started out under the direction of Kim McCord, with a new look. The band had spent the summer raising funds to buy new marching drums and uniforms. Due to an illness, Ms. McCord had to resign and was replaced by Esther Darnell. This year the band had performed at many football games and also basketball games, and many other various functions around town. (Opposite page) The Band performs at the St. Albert open house. (Lower) John Hargett, Kelly Smith, and Dave Hobelheindrich give their all in an outdoor concert at Hinky Dinky. (Top left) Members raise money For new band uniforms. (Lower left) Brad Jeffreys and Da ve Clark show how thrilling it is to be in the band. (Top right) M s. Darnell is in one of her most serious moments. (Lower rig ht) Ron Hopp gi ves his Al Jolson imitation. 45 46 1980 Fall Athletes Are Honored On November 6th, the annual Fall Athletic Banquet was held. All the participants of the fall sport events, such as Baseball, Softball, -Cross Country, Volleyball, Football, Pom Pon, and Cheerleading were recognized for their great ability and sportsmanship. Each coach summarized their past season, and awa-rds were given to outstanding team members. Mr. Maurie O'Neill was the guest speaker Eor the evening. The traditional potluck dinner preceded the award's ceremony. (Top left) Coach Wahl tells about the baseball team's fourth place fin ish in the state tournament. {Top center) Coach Nick M cGrain speaks of the football team 's injury-filled season. (Top righ t) Chuck Wolever finally gets the punch line of Maurie O'N eill's joke. (Lower center} John Romano receives the Outstanding Football Award. (Lower right) Jim Lenihan gets applause for being given the Outstanding Sportsman ship Award. Halloween Dance: A Haunting Experience (Top left) Walt Stivers attempts to show his dancing prowess to Rach elle Jeffrey. Th is step the two are doing is Walt's favorite ---- the Walt's Walz. (Top right) Junior Jim McGill is closing in on his next dancing victim. (Left) John Grund discos his way to classmate Julie Kenney 's heart. 47 48 Students Celebrate Unity (Top) Main Celebrant Bishop Dingman leads fellow priests out of Feast Day Mass. (Lower Right) Steve Belt gives th e Bishop the kindergarten 's version of unity. (Lower} Senior foe Gubbels takes the cross up to the altar. I I c&r6N SHARI (Top left) With the assistance of Sue Stokes, a middle school student reads her petition. (Top right) Bishop Dingman addresses the students body. (Lower left) Area pastors join with those of St. Albert in celebrating the Feast Day Mass. On November 14, the Saint Albert family celebrated the Feast of Saint Albert. The entire school system gathered to celebrate this special occasion. Joining the students in prayer were pastors, parents and Friends. Bishop Maurice ]. Dingman was the main celebrant and the theme for this year's Mass was "Community: Sharing Our Gifts". To carry out the theme a student from every grade (K-12) brought their gifts to the altar as a sign of their generosity and caring. After the Mass, students from the Middle and Primary schools were given a tour of Sain t Albert. Some members of the Senior Class showed these youngsters around to classrooms, the gymnasium and the last stop was the cafeteria where they ate lunch. When lunch was finished the younger students boarded their buses and went back to school. 49 50 //Saint Albert Experiences The Saint Albert Drama Department presented the play "Desperate Hours". It is a story written by Joseph Hayes about three convicts that take over a family's home. Joseph Schik directed and was aided by Kathy Lemire, student director, and Eddie Abboud, technical director. The play had a good mixture of experienced actors and fresh faces. This seemed to work well. Good experience was attained for the new actors and the regulars helped them get it. All in all, director Joe Schik was very pleased with the show and hopes to put on many good shows in the future. Desperate Hoursu (Top left) Glen Griffin (Dave Schultz) shows his hard guy image as he pulls a g un on Ralphie (Jeff Lookabill). (Top right) Dan Hilliard (Chuck Gorman) and his daughter Cindy (Jane delaubenfels) listen to Griffin explain his nex t move. (Top) Hank Griffin (Ronald Hopp) protects Cindy from his partner Sam Robish (Chris Larsen) as Mr. Hilliard stands by. (Top left) Jesse Bard (John Grund) relays information over the walkietalkie as Lt. Carl Frederick s (John Foreman) and Harry Carson (Da vid Lovell) look on. (Top right) Elean or Hilliard (Jennie N eary) argues with Dan about his plan to challenge Griffin . (Lowe r left) Dan and Elean or embrace after th e long ordeal is over. (Top) Miss Swift (Joan Frederich sen), Ralphie's sch ool teacher, questions Mr. Hilliard about Ralphie's absence from school. 51 / I & • - WINTER St. A\ber1: 1-l iCj'n Sc..hoo I \ 3 Ml LES --+ 54 Frosh Post Impressive Season (Right) Freshman Girls Basketball Team: (Row 1} Jane Carlson, Jenny Moran, Amy Porter, Chez Rohling, Paula Smith, Michelle Marshall, Jean Carlson, (Row 2) Kelly Lawlor, Shirley Roane, Denise Johnson, Lisa O'Gara, Lori Larson. (Row 3) Coach McMahon, Mary Barton, Diane Burdick, Mary Weise, Jane Hughes, Jackie Young, Maralea Keefe, Patty Friel. Saintes 18 12 26 30 32 46 36 27 Opponents Wilson 24 Kirn 12 Lewis Central 42 Tri-Center 31 Lewis Central 25 Longfellow 24 Kirn 30 1 Tri-Center 22 (Center left) Jean Carlson con centrates on getting the ball from a Kirn player. (Above) Chez Rohling watches the plays down the court. ]. V. Evens Record With 7-7 Season Saintes Opponents 43 Missouri Valley 35 45 Hamburg 28 33 Thomas Jefferson 48 44 Underwood 42 57 Walnut 48 59 Farragut 41 46 Abraham Lincoln 58 40 Carroll Kemper 45 42 Tri-Center 38 28 Thomas Jefferson 51 31 Abraham Lincoln 59 57 Elk Horn 48 22 Lewis Central 54 47 Shelby 54 (Left) Kris Branstetter quickly moves to block out a foe after a Ereethrow. (Lower) Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Team: Mary Lenihan, M aureen M cGinn, Kris Peterson, Amy Berner, Carolyn Storm, Janelle Zimmerman, Beanie Burgin, Kristie A lfers, Kath y Grell, Julie M asker, Kris Bran stetter, Julie Carlson, Chris Sillik, and Stacy Christian sen. 55 56 Saintes Finish With Best Season Ever Saint Albert Varsity Girl's Varsity Basketball Team: (Row 1} Cilla Rew, Jacquie Weise, Ronda Kruse, Karen Blodgett, Martha Flecky and Katie Berner (Row 2) Manager Jill Boll, Paula Kenney, Lisa McDonald, Beth Buchanan, Julie Leber, Anne Rohling, Angela Porter, and Manager Sue Robinson. The 1980-81 Girl's Basketball Team finished with the best record ever in the history of St. Alberts. At one time in the regular season the Saintes were ranked first in Southwest Iowa, also in that regular season the Saintes were ranked as high as eighth in the State. Under the guidance of Head Coach Al Sherbo and Assistant John Dalton, the Saintes won the Heelan Holiday Tournament for the first time. Then they progressed to the sectionals where they fell to Clarinda after a long tough fight. Martha Flecky finished her season with honors as she was chosen as an Honorable Mention All State Guard and first team All Southwest Iowa. Beth Buchanan, Paula Kenney, and Lisa McDonald were chosen as Honorable Mention also. This team of girls will never be forgotten. 42 74 47 S7 67 S7 61 68 S3 69 so 68 67 43 so 60 40 S2 S2 71 60 SAINT ALBERT SAINTES 1980-81 (18 - 3} Missouri Valley Hamburg Thomas Jefferson Underwood Walnut Heelan Holiday Tournament Unity Christian Sioux City West (won Championship) Farragut Abraham Lincoln Carroll Kemper Tri-Center, Neola Thomas Jefferson Exira Abraham Lincoln Treynor Elkhorn (Overtime) Lewis Central Shelby Sectional Tournament Glenwood Shenandoah Clarinda 41 43 39 28 S7 Sl SS 49 49 S9 38 S9 23 47 44 62 21 4S 41 so 68 (Top left) Jacquie Weise puts up a free shot, while Lisa McDonald and Beth Buchanan wait. (Top rig h t) Paula Kenney races down the floor with a Missouri Valley forward. (lower left) Beth Buchanan throws up a shot against a Farragut defender. (lower right) Lisa McDonald grins as she hustles past a helpless defender. 57 58 Frosh Off To Good Start (Top) Freshman Boy's Basketball Team : (Row 1) Matt Gronstal, Matt Root, David Lemire, Kurt Birusingh, Bill McGruder, Kevin Wickham, Mike Doran, Kurt Branstetter (Row 2) Jeff Lehnen, Matt Sullivan, John Gard, Paul Romano, Jay Pender, Bill Wettengel, David Whetstone, (Row 3) Coach Rick Wahl, Pat Geier, Kris Ballis, Pat Johnson, Dean Alfers, Pat Masker, and Mike Goebel. The 1980-81 Freshman Basketball team had a rough season. They only won one game, a 69-45 victory over Missouri Valley. Their record was not really a fair indication of the kind of team they were though. They were very new to the system and seemed rather unsure of themselves at times. As the year progresses, they started playing together and seemed more confident but they could not pull in another victory. Coach Rick Wahl basically started the same five throughout the season. These cagers were Mike Doran, Jay Pender, Pat Johnson, Paul Romano, and Mike Goebel. According to Coach Wahl, several others such as Matt Root, Kevin Wickham, Pat Geier, and Kris Rallis played key roles in the Falcon 's team concepts. the Frosh did not have a great season record wise, but they did gain valuable experience. Their hard work and experience gained does not show in their 1- 11 record, but it will in the years to come. (A bove) Pat John son looks up court for an outlet pass. J. V. Basketball Ends With Fine Season (Top) Junior Varsity Boys' Basketball Team : (Row 1) Pat Kenney, Mark Genereux, Dan Konz, Joh n Hargett, Chuck Haas, Jim Pettit, (Row 2) Jeff Stok es, Kevin Culjat, Jack Morrow, Keith Blum, Dennis Lawlor, Bill Steen son, and Coach Dick Wettengel. (Left) Jim Pettit eyes the bucket before putting it down. Under the coaching of varsity assistant Dick Wetteng el, the Junior Varsity compiled an impressive 10-5 record. As the season was coming to an end, the junior Falcon s came on strong as they won 8 of their 10 games to offset their slow start. Throughout the year, several cagers started for St. Albert. Juniors Kevin Culjat, Jim Pettit, Marty Shudak, Keith Blum, Mike Reggio, Steve Goebel, Chuck Schroer, Steve Nelson, and Jeff Stok es were seen regularly on the court. Sophomores Dennis Lawlor and Mark Genereux were also members of the starting lineup. With a fine season behind them, this Junior Varsity team must take a gian t stride forward. The varsity squad is nex t and they seem ready. Falcon s Opponents 57 Tri Center 35 54 Kuemper 71 51 Atlantic 61 53 Paul VI 48 65 T. ]. 66 55 L. c. 52 53 Columbus Scotus 59 76 A. L. 70 94 Holy Nam e 21 61 Clarinda 51 55 Cathedral 63 74 Plattsmouth 51 73 M issouri Valley 43 63 Boys town 49 63 T. f. 48 59 An Awesome Season For The Falcon Cagers Boys' Varsity Basketball Team: (Row 1} Jim Lenihan, Greg Johnson, Mike Reggio, Steve Johnson, Chad Ka vars (ball boy), Jim Pettit, Dan Clark, Marty Rew, Steve Goebel, (Row 2) Coach Mike Kavars, Mike Snook, John Duggan, Kevin Culjat, Ken Konz, Steve Nelson, Chuck Schroer, Denny Scott, Manager Boyd Murray, Assistant Coach Dick Wettengel. This year's Falcon cagers have re-written the Council Bluffs History books by posting the first undefeated season ever. Winning the conference tournament, the city title, and defeating six undefeated teams were among the highlights of this 22-1 season. Falcon opponents faced a very balanced and diversified attack. Using both ' ' a controlled offense and a running game the SA cagers had little problem ,•, with opposing defenses. On the other hand, the multiple Falcon defenses and full court presses limited their opponents to a very impressive 49 points a game. "A willingness to work and most of all the great fan support that is given", are some of the reasons Coach Ka vars gave for this year's excellent season. Coach "K" also stated that, "One of the biggest aspects of this team is their committment to each other and their unselfishness.,, There are many ingredients that go into a 22-1 season. Tradition, fan support, team unity, and a desire to win, are just a few of them. For to list all of the ingredients that are necessary, would be almost an impossible effort, and to put these together would even be more difficult but the Falcons achieved just that and more. (Top left) Senior Dan Koehler says "in your face" as he delivers a slam dunk. (Lower left) Senior Ken Konz hits a 10-footer against Atlan tic. (Top center} Co-captain Jim Lenihan drives to the bucket. (Lower center) Senior Denny Scott muscles in another basket. (Top right) Co-captain John Duggan hits from downtown. (Lower right) Senior Steve Johnson brings the ball up the floor. 61 62 ]. V. Wrestlers End With (Top left) foe Krettek walks away with another Falcon victory. (Right) Tony Allmon tries to escape From a Woodbine foe. The St. Albert Junior Varsity Wrestling Team ended their season with a 5-3 record. The grapplers started out slow but progressed as the year went on. Victories that the Falcons had achieved were over Missouri Valley, West Harrison, Paul VI, and for the first time over Woodbine. They concluded their winning season with a victory over Boystown. Members that wrestled frequently for the ]. V. Squad were: John Gubbels, Rick Grote, Jerry Haas, Paul Diblasi, Dennis Meyerring, John Grund, Kip Crook, Frank Stander, Chuck Hughes, Mark Beezley, Eddie Abboud, Mark McPartland, Mark Jabro, Joe · Krettek, Kris Rallis, Jay Gubbels, and Pete Lenihan. Win I I I • . ~ u ....... ~·~. ..... .. -- --....... ,__ ..,.!"."" (Top left) foe Krettek shows his .opponent the meaning of pain. (Top right) Wrestlers show style before the match. (Lower left) Chuck Hughes breaks down his foe. (Lower right) Kip Crook adds another win to the Falcons. 63 64 Falcons End Wrestling Season With 5-4 Record (Top) S t. Albert Wrestling Team : (Row 1) Fred Romano, Lance Herbert, D ave Caperelli, D on Malven, M ark Elliott, John Gubbels, Pete Lenihan, Mark McPartland, Mark Beezley, Paul Diblasi, Tom Root. (Row 2) Coach Dick Wright, Tom Pierson, Dennis Meyerring, Mark Jabro, Frank Stander, John Grund, Mike Diblasi, Eddie Abboud, David Beezley, Jerry Haas. (Row 3} Jay Gubbels, Steve Gorman, Rick Grote, Tony Allmon, Kip Crook, Steve Henderson, Chuck Hughes, Joe Gubbels, John Romano, Mark Sundrup, Kraig Rallis, and Head Coach Marshall Schichilone. (Right) John Romano finds yet another victory at home. The Saint Albert Varsity Team finished out its 1981 season with a 5-4 record, the best since 1973. Falcons attained many goals, a winning record, and the Conference Tourney Title. (Top left) Senior Leadership was shown by: (Row 1} Mike Diblasi, Steve Gorman, Dennis Meyerring, David Beezley. (Row 2) John Romano, Chuck Hugh es, Kraig Rallis, Joe Gubbels. (Top right) Kraig Rallis walks away from a well earned victory. (Lower left) Tom Pierson puts his opponent in his famous "Pierson Vise " (Lower right) Joe Gubbels wins an easy victory at Hom e. 65 66 Seniors Show Great Talent Saint Albert experienced its Fourth Senior Production. Some students, as well as faculty members considered it as the best so far. Many of the acts were unlike anything ever done before, showing the creativity of the class. Highlights of the show included a "Family Feud" between the Logsdon and Swartz families, a drum solo by Boyd Murray, a one man Honeymooners' act by Chris Franks, and the band "Grand A venue." The class stopped the tradition of bad shows of the past and showed their true talen t. (Top left) John Foreman and John Rom ano, alias M s. Lackowski and Mr. Logsdon, keep order d uring the teachers meeting. (Top righ t) M ik e Wallace alias Richard Lostit hosts Family Feud between Greg Uohn Romano) Logsdon and Carolyn (Lisa Han son) Swartz. (Lower righ t) Th e senior girls do their m idget act as th ey perform the song "Th e Twel ve Days of School." (Top left) Chris ''The Fonz" Franks does his thing during his Honeymooners act. (Top right) Tracy Joneson and Chris Geier entertain the audience with a guitar duet. (Lower left) Boyd Murray dazzels a wild crowd with his 14 minute drum solo to Free Bird. (Lower right) Lori Olsen and Julie M eshling sing in their version of Cheeseburger in Paradise. 67 68 Intramural Involvement Grows Intramural basketball turned out to be an exciting pasttime for many students this year. A total of 15 teams participated in the regular season, and were also involved in the post-season tournaments. "The Plain Labels", a group of talented senior boys, were the 1981 tourney champs. The team included leading scorers Mat Grell and Steve Barak, Jerry McDonald, Pat Sillik, Dan Doyle, Tony Beraldi, and Boyd Murray. They received a gift certificate to the restaurant of their choice, donated by each of the teams prior to the tournament. (Right) Two players battle it out in a jump bal/ as referee Jeff Stokes looks on. (Lower right) Organizer Ton y Bera/di gives direction s to his # I team. (Lower left) Jon Stidham dribbles down the court. \ I I I I ' ; ' ' j { I 1 f (Top left) Lynne Christiansen does her job of passing out flowers. (Top right) Julie Masker poses with her valentine flower. (Lower left) Janet Bums reads a valentine From one of her classmates. (Lower right) Chris Howard smiles as he received a red Flower. 73 74 Parents Are Welcome On Parent's Night (Top left) Mr. Rays finds a comfortable seat during the Open House. (Top right) Steve Johnson, Boyd Murray, and Denny Scott help out in Parent's Night. (lower left) Mr. and Mrs. Tierney look dazed after hearing a report on their da ughter Mary. (Lower right) Mr. and Mrs. Klein smile at a little bit of classroom humor. I l (Top left) Mr. Snook and Mrs. Goebel smile at a class joke. (Top right) Mrs. Meisenbach walks through the halls of St. Alberts. (Lower left) Mr. West and Sr. Mary Kay pose with Mr. and Mrs. Smith. (Lower right) Mrs. Haas listen s in as a student. I 75 76 Seniors Take Road Trip To Florida On March 28, thirty-eight Seniors ~egan their trip to Florida. Travelling m the Crusader Lines bus for 30 hours, the Seniors reached Orlando Florida in time to visit Wet 'n' Wild ~Sunday. Monday, they went to Sea arid; Tuesday to the beach · and Wednesday to Disney World. , They returned ho F 'd . A . 1 me on n ay morning, pn 3 at 5:00 a.m. (Above) Ken Ko L . . nz, ynne Chnst1ansen, and Boyd Murray visit with a Friend at Sea World. (Above) The St. Albert group waves to Friends at "It's a Small World. " Pictured are: Bus driver, Don, Mr. Logsdon, and Kathy Sealock. (Right) Lori Olson, Karen Blodgett, and Betsy Coughlin pose for a picture on a nearby dolphin. (Top left) Ronda Kruse, Patty Doran, Kathy Sealock, M artha Flecky, and Molly Goebel stop at Sea World for a quick picture. (Top right) Th e Seniors relax at a rest stop. (Lower left) Betsy Coughlin lures a dolphin to see her. (Lower right) Donald Duck shows us a smile at Disney World. 77 \ I I I I ' ST. Al be rt '-'•9h Sc..hool 70 MILES F e 1 80 Red Cross Brings Bloodmobile To SA The American Red Cross once again brought the Bloodmobile to Saint Alberts. Students, . of age 17 and older, were asked to donate their blood and many did willingly. The blood is used to help the injured or sick who need it. This year, there was a good turn out, with 37 @ tudents, each donating one pint of blood. Volunteers from the Red Cross and the St. Albert student body did a lot to make the donors as comfortable as possible. (Top left) Ken Konz relaxes as he gives his blood. (Top right) A n Am erican Red Cross worker takes a breather after a long day. (Lower right) Dennis M eyerring shows that giving blood isn 't as bad as imagined. Seniors Focus On Future Plans The Senior retreats were held in Dunlap, Iowa under the guidance of Sr. Pat McDermott, Deb McGuire, and Fr. Fitzgerald. The retreats focused on the Seniors' future plans. This was accomplished by group discussions and activities, Mass, and reflection time. However, all was not serious business. Students found time to play football, have shaving cream and water fights, listen to Tracy Joneson play the guitar and sing, or just bum around Dunlap. (Top Left) Some of the studen ts participating at the retreats were Ronda Kruse, Martha Fleck y, Th eresa McVe y, Marion O 'Connor, Moog Brosnihan, Judy Wettengel, Molly Goebel, Ann Ryan, and Karen Blodgett. (Left Center) Sr. Pat and Ms. M cGuire look on as Moog makes a fish face. (Top) Ann Ryan helps cook break fast for the mob. (Lower Lft) Mike Wallace, Boyd Murray and Fr. Fitzgerald loaf around. 81 Saintes Have Best Season Ever 82 Coach Dick McMahon ended his track career at St. Albert with the State Championship in our division. He started the five year old program and in those five years he sent state qualifiers to Des Moines every year. The track team in it's span has won 17 invitational meets, 3 district championships and 3 conference meets. Opp. page (Top left) Martha Flecky clears the high jump bar with no trouble at all. (Top right) Amy Berner strains to finish her leg in the 2 mile relay. (Lower left) Cilla Rew shows her form that won her a spot in State. {Lower left) Marilyn Liston kicks off after getting the baton from Michelle Burke in the 2 mile relay. (Top left) Chris Sillik fights to catch a Harlan girl while still staying in front of Atlantic. (Lower left) Julie Leber "stangs" the pit before take-off. 83 84 Future Is Bright For Falcon Tracksters "Even with the loss of four Seniors who provided the bulk of the leadership on this year's squad, Falcon track is apparently on the upswing", according to Coach Ken Mehsling. With Seniors Steve Gorman, Marty Rew, John Foreman and Stanley Gray leading the way, Saint Alberts was compeitive in every meet they entered. Such standouts as Marty Rew (long jump; sprints) and Steve Gorman (distance events) consistently placed in almost every event they entered. Rew went on to capture the Conference Championship in the 100 yard dash and long jump, while Gorman ran away with the 880 yard dash at the City Meet. Junior Rick Holmes swept the pole vault competition in the conference meet as well. With 15 of 19 letterman returning for nex t year's squad, the outlook indeed is bright. (A bove) Larry Hoffm an sprints to victory. (Lower left) M arty Rew eyes the finish line. (Top left) Rick Holmes shows his classic pole va ult form. (Top right) Marty Rew prepares to break the tape. (Lower left) Pat John son loosens up for another big race. 85 86 The Sweet Taste Of Victory State 2A Track Champions Pictured as victors are (Row 1}: Paula Kenney, Amy Berner, Karen Blodgett, Julie Leber, Julie Masker, Chris Sillik, Mary Henry; (Row 2}: Kristi Alfers, Martha Flecky, Lisa McDonald, Marilyn Liston, Beanie BurgiIJ, Melissa Maurice, Theresa Mc Vey; (Row 3}: Terry Dolnicek, Cilla Rew, Theresa Ryan, Michelle Burke, Coach Dick McMahon, Sue Smith. Mounting 47 points to take the first place victory, the Saintes captured two relay titles, three individual crowns, and a fourth place finish. In the 800 meter run, Paula Kenney accurately set a school record of 2:15.52 as she took a first place. Another first place winner was Martha Flecky who also set a school record of 57:98 in the 400 meter dash. Completing the triple crown winners was Lisa McDonald with a first in the high jump at 5-6. The Saintes and Coach Dick McMahon were honored at a dinner banquet at Club 64 following the State Victory. Parents, fan s, and members of the Council Bluffs civic community honored the young athletes and demonstrated their appreciation for this feat. This is the second time in sports history at St. Albert that a State Title has been achieved. Long practices, hard work, determination, and a great amount of spirit and enthusiasm combined to make this Sainte team one to be very proud of (Above left) Martha Flecky is the 1981 Class 2A winner of the 400 meter dash . (A bove) Lisa McDonald proudly wears her first place medal as winn er of the high j ump. (Left) Coach Dick McMahon hoists the State 2A trophy as jubilant participants join in the victory celebration. 87 88 (Top) Enroute from Des Moines to Council Bluffs is the St. Albert State Track Champions. (Right) Taking first place in the Class 2A two mile relay are victors Chris Sillik, Marilyn Liston, Amy Berner, and Paula Kenney. DltAKIE nMI 9TADIUM a:aa. G:IRt.S STA ~ (Left) Victors of the Class 2A Distance Medley are Cilla Rew, Lisa McDonald, M artha Flecky, and Paula Kenney. (Below left) Coach McMahon demon strates that Saturday, M ay 24, is definitely a happy day. 89 90 Boys' Tennis On The Upswing After struggling to a 2-6 record this year, the future of the Boys' tennis team appears promising. The Falcons return the number 3 and 4 finishers in city singles action with Chuck Schroer and Dave Hoebelheindrich. Also returning will be letterman Dave Schultz and Phil Zimmerman. Seniors Dan Koehler, Mike Hoebelheindrich and Kevin Zimmerman played their final matches for Saint Alberts this year. (Top right) Kevin Zimmerman smash es a forehand. (Lower left) Dave Schultz looks over the opposition. (Lower right) Dave Hoebelheindrich eyes the ball. Girls Post Winning Season The Girls Tennis team recorded its first winning season in the history of the school with a ·4-2 record this year. Led by Senior Beth Buchanan, Juniors Jacquie Weise, Mary Lenihan, Nancy Gubbels, the team played consistently in every match they entered. Weise and Buchanan teamed to take 3rd place in the city doubles tournament while leading the squad through most of the year. Sophomores Julie Carlson and Patty Kenkel also turned in steady performances in their first year of varsity competition. With 5 out of 6 letterman returning next year, the Saintes could be a powerful force in local tennis next year. (Top left) Julie Carlson loosens up for the upcoming match. (Top right) Mary Lenihan changes a forehand. (Lower left) Beth Buchanan unleashes a grim look of determination. 91 92 Softball Program Expands At 5.A. {Top left) Practicing hard at this pitching is a goal for the JV players this summer. (Top right) Kathy Olsen gets set for the next fly ball. (Bottom left) Jean Carlson shows her style of catching. (Bottom right) Theresa Ryan runs to field a grounder. Softball Grows Stronger In '81 (Left) Sig Rohling takes a few practice swiings before approaching the plate. (Below) Kris Peterson keeps stats as Sue Sage awaits her chance. (Below left) Lisa McDonald entertains the team between double headers. This year the SA softball team has improved greatly over last year's team. Their record so Ear is 4-4, winning games over Cedar Rapids' Regis, Fort Dodge St. Edmund, Fremont Mills, and Shenendoah. Adding experience to the season has shown in the confidence that is being exemplified. Although the team is young, Coach McMahon expects a great season. 93 94 ]. V. Begins Season With Win ]. V. Baseball Team: (Row 1) Tony Allman, Mark Miller, Tim Kinart, David Lemire, Chris Johnson, Kevin Wickham, Dan Blair (Row 2) Coach Dick Wettengel, Matt Sullivan, Matt Gronstal, Dave Hargett, The]. V. season has just begun and already the boys are ready for the teams they must be matched up against. Since the opening of the season, the boys have beaten both Oakland and Lewis Central by big scores. Part of this success is due to the excellent coaching of Dick Wettengel. Although this is his first year of coaching, he seems to be doing a great job. Let's hope the boys continue this winning streak throughout the season. Jim Pettit, Denny Lawlor, Mickey Caputo, Bill McGruder (Row J) Kurt Branstetter, Matt Root, Don Malven, Chris Pritchard, Kevin Culjat, Bob Paulson, Mark Wickham, and Jeff Smyser. (Top left}]. V. players await the outcome of the game. (Lower left) Chris Pritchard awaits the strike-out against an L.C. player. (Top right) Coach Dick Wettengel takes time out to pose for a picture. Opp. page (Lower right) Game action at the L.C. game. 95 96 Falcons Eager As Season Opens (Above) The Saint Albert Varsity Baseball Team: (Row 1) Tim Lookabill, John Wanning, Jim M cGill, Tom Eckrich, Mike Reggio, Mike Chevalier, Marty Shudak, Chris Franks, (Row 2} Coach Rick Wahl, Greg Johnson, Steve Johnson, Boyd Murray, Kerry Hunt, Denny Scott, Jeff Stokes, Dan Clark, Walt Stivers, A ssistant Coach Dick Wettengel. The 1980 Falcon Varsity squad treated first year Coach Rick Wahl with his first trip to State. As the Falcons raced towards the State Title they were first faced by Underwood, Tri-Center, and Lo-Ma. The squad acted accordingly and brought home three straight victories and a shot at districts. The Falcons again met the challenge by defeating Maple Valley and Manning in districts. This was the team's first shot at State. In State, the Falcons defeated Lennox and for the first time ever had reached the "final 4". Unfortunately luck had run out for the Falcons. They were defeated by Kee of Lansing, who lat~r would take it all, but got beat in the consolation game by Wilton. Congratulations to an excellent Falcon team finishing 4th in State. With all the returning starter!; back this year, SA will definitely be in the running again this year. (Opp. page) (Right) Senior Denny Scott shows us his unique running style. (Top) Fireballer Tom Eckrich warms up by throwing another high hard one. (Lower left) Mike "stretch " Chevalier reaches out to put out an opponent. (Right) Big slugger Greg John son takes a poke at the ball, while Marty Shudak prepares for his shot at bat. 97 98 Senior Mass And Banquet \ On Monday May 4th the Seniors celebrated their annual senior mass and dinner. The Mass was celebrated by Father Hurley along with Boyd Murray and his imaginative homily. The theme for this mass and dinner was "Friendship" The dinner was held in the cafeteria where both faculty and students were served lasagna and dessert that was prepared by the parents. The night was a complete success with the held of the senior girls singing a song, especially prepared for the event, to Mr. Logsdon. (Top left) Mrs. Keenan offers her assistance to a group of Senior girls. (Top right) Chris "Fonz " Franks shows his talents on the trumpets. (lower left) Seniors mothers help prepare th e meal. Times We Spend Together (Top) Seniors celebrate Friendship at the Mass. (Lower left) Dan Koehler shows his excitement over what is to be served. (Center right) Mike Chevalier and Dan Clark socialize with friends before dinner. (Lower right) Senior girls enjoy each others company. 99 100 Are Memories {Top left) Seniors await the arrival of their food. (Top right) Chris Geier and Tracy Jon eson entertain g uests with their music. (Lower left) Ed Roarty and Dan Sullivan finally know what it's like to be dressed up. (Lower right) The faculty enjoy their evening with the senior class. Treasured Forever (Top left) M artha Moran and Lynn Smith get ready to dig-in! (Top right) Dan Doyle relaxes after a hearty meal. (Lower left) Tony Beraldi, Jim Lenihan, and John Duggan take time out to pose for a picture. (Lower right) Nancy Macedo, Mary Sue Wickham, and Linda Jabro enjoy their last meal together. 101 102 Juniors Create A Night In Paradise Palm trees and Hawaiian sunsets greeted the Seniors as they arrived at the 1981 Junior - Senior Prom. Two Tickets To Paradise was the theme surrounding the S.A. gymnasium which had been turned into an enchanted island with tropical plants, grass huts, and brilliantly colored murals displayed along the walls. Back to Back provided music ranging from country to the newest in rock 'n' roll, pleasing everyone's different tastes. April 4 was definitely a night to remember for all Juniors and Seniors. (fop right) Two Tickets To Paradise was the theme to the 1981 Junior - Senior Prom. (Lower left) The rest area proved to be a popular spot for all weary dancers. (Lower right) Michelle Burke and Steve Goebel take their position at th e throne. .. (Top left) Sophomores Theresa Hammen, Julie Masker, Christy Beriman, prepare to greet the arriving guests. (To right) Marty Shudak escorts Paula Kenney to the Royal hut. (Lower left) Serving as gracious hostesses for Prom are Sophomores Kath y Grell, Beanie Burgin, Laura Eberhard, Janet Murray, Julie Carlson, Mary Lainson, and Patty Kenkel. 103 104 The highlight of the evening in Paradise was the crowning of King Marty Rew and Queen Judy Wettengel. {Top left) Cheri Smith and John Grund seem to be enjoying themselves as they walk to join the rest of the court. {Top right) King Rew is hoisted up onto the shoulders of fellow classmates in celebration of his kingship. {Lower center) Theresa McVey and Steve Johnson are all smiles as they walk past the crowd. (Lower right) Marty Rew and Lynne Christiansen are applauded as they are introduced. (Opp. page) (Top} The 1981 Prom King and Queen pose for a picture at their throne. (Lower right) Marty Rew is cong ratulated with a kiss From Theresa Mc Vey as Lynne Christiansen looks on. (Lower right) John Foreman and Judy Wettengel are the last of the six couples on the 1981 Prom Court. 105 106 Drama Department Presents 0 Little Mary Sunshine// (Top left) Kathy Lemire and Chuck Gorman sing a song of togetherness. (Top right) Jim Madsen discusses his ideas with Kathy. (Lower right) Chris Larsen passes some eagle eyes to Pa t Johnson in front of his teepee. The Saint Albert Drama Department ran "Little Mary Sunshine" as their 1981 Spring Musical. Many veteran faces entertained the crowds in the musical about a certain mountain Inn and the problems it faces. Kathy Lemire played the titled role; Chuck Gorman was her forester boyfriend, Captain Jim Warington. Chris Larsen played Chief Brown Bear. Pat Johnson was very funny as the bumbling Corporal Billy Jester. Veteran Jennie Neary kept up to her high standards with a fine performance as Mme. Ernestine. Mike Diblasi added another fine performance to his record, by playing an old Indian guide, Fleetfoot. Ron Hopp portrayed a younger Indian named Yellow Feather. Mary Eberhard was Pat Johnson's girlfriend in the part of Nancy Twinkle. Jim Madsen was very good in the part of General Oscar Fairfax. / (Top left) The chorus crowds around Jennie Neary and Kathy Lemire as they sing together. (Top right) Mike Diblasi sits confu sed as he talk s to Chuck and Kath y. (Lower left) Jennie displays her opera talents. (Lower right) Mary Eberhard prepares to go off and find her man. 107 108 Students Are Honored For Their Achievements On April 22, parents and students gathered for the annual Awards Night held in the SA auditorium. Many students were honored for their outstanding work in the areas of art, music, speech, drama, business, math, journalism, science, and scholarship. Molly Goebel and Mike Wallace were named the Most Valuable Staffers for their work on the yearbook and newspaper. Denny Scott and Nancy Ryba received titles of Businessmen and Secretary of the Year. Jenny Neary and Kathy Lemire were honored for their phenomenal work on the SA stage. Chris Johnson was recognized for his interest in the field of chemistry and was also honored with the Boys State Award. Lynne Christiansen and Kathy Lemire were presented with an award for their musical contributions to the community. (Top right) Michelle Burke receives the Phil Gronstal scholarship from Rosemary Gronstal. (Lower left) Martha Flecky, M olly Goebel, and M artha M oran applaud fellow members who are on National Honor Society. (Lower right) Jim Sondag was the recipient of the Monsignor Davidsaver scholarship. (Top left) Molly Goebel is caught with her many awards following the program. (Top right) Chris Franks and his parents are pictured going through the refreshment line at the reception. (Lower left) The Rev. Daniel Delehant Scholarship was awarded to Marilyn Liston. 109 110 Class Of 1981 Bids Their Final Farewell On May 13, the Seniors, dressed in green and gold, bid their final farewell to St. Albert's. John Foreman and Ken Konz, Senior class president and vice-president, welcomed the guests and introduced participants of the graduation ceremonies. Bishop Maurice ]. Dingman presented the graduates with their diplomas. (A bove) ur{da Jabro is presented with her diploma. (Above right) A closing sp eech by Betsy Coughlin builds the Seniors' hop es for their futu re. (Right) Th ese Seniors await their fin al step of recei ving their diplomas. . I (Above left) Tracy Joneson added a personal touch to the ceremony by rendering a song of his own called 'Time Will Tell the Tale ". (Above) Bishop Dingman is pictured presenting a diploma to Mike Chevalier. (Left) "Times Forever", the Class of 1981's motto, welcomes the graduates into the SA gymnasium. 111 112 An added feature to the Graduation ceremony this year was the the presentation of the St. Albert Award. The late Jerry Hammen, former president of the Area Board of Education, and Sr. Erminita Weimar were the two distinguished recipients. The St. Albert Award. is given to people where service and leadership has been greatly demonstrated to the St. Albert community. Jerry Hammen and Sr. Erminita gave greatly of their time and talent for the betterment of St. Albert's. Their efforts will long be remembered and appreciated by students, faculty, and parents. (Above) Juanita Hammen accepts the St. A lbert award on behalf of h er hus band who past away earlier this year. (Lower left) Bishop Dingman and Fr. Hurley pose with Sr. Erminita and h er award. (Below) Sr. Erminita shows her excitement and joy as being a recipient of the St. A lbert award. Lynne/ Chris Receive St. Albert Top Honor Each year the graduating class chooses a senior boy and a senior girl that will receive the Spirit of St. Albert award. The Spirit of St. Albert Award is the top honor a student could achieve at St. Albert's. The award is given to students who participate greatly in activities and school life. The students chosen represent St. Albert in a spirited fashion at all functions and put forth extra effort in all they set out to do. This year the Senior Class of 1981 chose to honor Lynne Christiansen and Chris Franks. Lynne has been in cheerleading for three years. She is a member of the National Honor Society. Her musical ability is outstanding. Lynne is considered St. Alberts head pianist as she assists with concerts, school liturgies, and drama events. She is a member of Les Musiques and definitely is a deserving person for this award. Chris adds a great deal of character to the St. Albert environment. He has a cheerful disposition that seems to brighten everyone's day. Chris, too, is greatly talented in the area of music. He received a top rating at State competition for his work with his trumpet performance. He also used his trumpet to "fire up " the fans and players at many sports' events. 113 /. / / / / · SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS ... 11 6 Student Council 1981 Opposite page: (Top Left) Vice President Anne Rohling, President Boyd Murray, Secretary Molly Goebel, and sponsors Fr. Mike O'Meara and Mr. Mark Skahill. (Lower Left) Junior Class Representatives: Cilia Rew, Katie Berner, Chris Howard, Mark Johnson . (Lower Right) Sophomore Cla ss Representatives: Linda Quigley, Julie Masker, Pat Sullivan, Tom Pierson. (Top Left) Senior Cla ss Representatives: Moog Brosnihan, Mike Wallace, Kraig Rallis, M artha Moran. (Lower Right) Freshman Class Representatives: Mary Wiese, Chez Rohling, Curt Birusingh. The 1980-81 Studen t Council continues their traditional role of leadership to the school as well as to their community. The council, under the sponsorship of Mr. Mark Skahill and Fr. Mike O'Meara, initiated and encouraged many student body projects. Studen t Council projects included Homecoming week, Christmas decorating, St. Albert festival and pride week. It also initiated a Thanksgiving food drive which was a grea t success. 11 7 118 Spring Concert Brings The House Down With Song The Spring Concert was composed of songs performed by the chorus, concert choir, Les Musiques, and band. These musicians literally brought the house down, as a piece of the ceiling fell after Les Musiques sang. The chorus, concert choir, and Les Musiques is directed by Ms. Jean Coughlin while the SA Concert band is under the direction of Ms. Esther Darnell. Together these two combined to make a very enjoyable night for everyone involved. (Right) Band m embers are pictured in action. (Lower left) Jane de Laubenfels and Julie Mask - er take a break between songs. (Lower right) Ms. Esther Darnell is shown directing the band. ,. I (Upper left) Lori Smith, Wendy Schmitz, Sue Bridges, and Mary Eberhard perform one of many songs. (Lower left) Pat John son is caught in one of his rare moments at the piano. (Above) Kelly Smith, Jeff Lehnen, John Hargett, Chris Franks, and Ron Hopp were up before their next number. 119 120 National Honor Society Inducts 15 On the afternoon of April 14, the entire student body gathered in the gym to participate in this year's National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Of over seventy applicants who qualified academically, only fifteen were admitted once the qualities of leadership, character, and service were considered. Each of the new members were given a yellow rose which they in turn presented to their parents. Of the fifteen inductees Alison Duggan and Julie Masker were the only sophomores. Susan Robinson, Paula Kenney, Nancy Gubbles, Cheri Smith, Mark Johnson, Chris Johnson, and Greg Johnson were the seven juniors selected. Rounding out the group were six seniors including Lynne Christiansen, Susan Stokes, Lisa Tighe, Karen Blodgett, Mike Wallace, and John Romano. Existing members of the society included seniors Martha Moran, Martha Flecky, Molly Goebel, Lynn Smith, Betsy Caughlin, Cynthia Green, Ann Ryan, Mary Blair, Linda Jabro, Laura Blum, Ken Konz, Denny Scott, Stan Grey, John Duggan, and juniors Ann Rohling and Katie Berner. (Right) N ancy Gubbles shares the inoment with h er parents. (Lower left) Laura Blum presents Julie M ask er with th e tradition - al yellow rose. (Top left) Martha Moran addresses the newly inducted members. (Lower left) Susan Robinson blushes at the honor. (Lower right) Mrs. Swartz swears the new members in. 121 122 Journalistic Talents Put To Work (Top) Journalism students take a minute out of their busy schedule, (Row 1) Kevin Cox, Cheri Smith, Kevin Culjat, Walt Stivers, Jenny Wettengel, Shelly Oberdin, Mary Henry, Mike Wallace, Chuck Hughes, Sue Sa~e, Jerry McDonald, Boyd Murray, Sr. Pat. (Row 2) Ann Photographers tryout a new pose: Martin Kilnoski, Jennie Neary, John Foreman, David Lovell. Ryan, Barb Larsen, Cynthia Green. (Row 3) Mary Sue Wickham, Beth Buchanan, Judy Wettengel, Patty Doran, Marth a Flecky, Molly Goebel, Steve John son. Dimen sion staff: Molly Goebel, A nn Ryan, Barb Larsen work hard to organize the SA yearbook. The Journalism Class taught by Sr. Pat McDermott is made up of a group of energetic students. These students m ake up the staff for the school paper, "The Accipiter", and the yearbook, "Dimensions". By working their fingers to the bone, the students have strived to meet the deadlines imposed by the paper editors and yearbook staff. The Journalism class puts on the annual Christmas Dance to earn money for the Accipiter and the yearbook . . Another fund raiser is the "ad day", held each semester. The class splits up and visits various businesses around town to see if they want to place ads in the yearbook. All in all, these students are doing their best to keep the school informed. (Bottom left) Working hard to meet a deadline is Cynthia Green. (Center left) A ccipiter editors pictured at each end: Judy Wettengel, Beth Buchanan. Page editors: Mike Wallace, Mary Sue Wickham , Cynthia Green, Marian O 'Connor take on the responsibility of organizing and presenting the Accipiter. (Lower right) Beth Buchanan works on a preliminary lay-out. (Left) Head of the Advertising Department are Sue Sage and Patty Doran. Both spend their time raising more money to process the yearbook. 123 124 IWCC Gives Chance To See Future (Top left) Building Con struction student Jim Card shows us one of his lesser known talents, painting. (Top right) Senior Dave Beezley decides to view the world from a taller perspecti ve. (Right) A uto m echanic studen ts, Steve Nelson, M ark Fisher, Ken Fischer, and Tom Eckrich show their enthusiasm for the class. This year many student ' took advantage of the courses offered at IWCC and Stewarts. The students earned five credits per year while attending these courses. Cosmetology class was taught at Stewart's Beauty College and five S. A girls attended the course. A Child Care class was also offered at IWCC These students had a chance to work with the children at Iowa Western. The boy s were offered the classes in Building Con struction and Auto Mechanics. The Construction class's project was to build a house. Seven students attended Auto Mechanics where they received handson training in that field. These courses were designed to give the student a chance to see what they may be doing in the future. (Top left) 5.A. students are seen working dubiously in the excellent facilities offered at /WCC. (Center left) Th is year's Cosmetology students include Ka tie McCann, Ka thleen Kelly, Karen Jerko vich, Veronica Hoffman, and M ary Ebert. (Lower left) Veron ica Hoffman shows us the latest in dummy hair styles. 125 ... / 5.\-. A\ber-lH'13h Schoo\ Lj 0 miles ~ ~~ .. J ......... 128 Administration And Faculty Strive For Great Year (top left) Patricia Lackowski, principal, and English teacher Konnie Wiegman are amused at a tardy explanation of a studen t. (top right) Greg Logsdon, viceprincipal tries to cheerfully explain his position. (above) Fr. Ed Hurley, Education Coordinator; Jean Epperson, music; Rose Peterson, junior high coordinator; Den - ice Christofferson, Spanish; Kim McCord, band; Sue Smith, English. The 1980-81 Administration and Faculty strived for a good year by taking on the tasks of getting organized and teaching students more ways to become better students. Patricia Lackowski served as principal for her second year at St. Albert's, and she showed how to strive for leadership and to become more active in extracurricular activities. For the second year Greg Logsdon was vice principal. His main duties this year were to keep strict discipline and to direct the building maintenance and transportation. Mr. Logsdon was an assistant football and wrestling coach and played intramural basketball in his leisure time. I (Top left) Bill Schneider enjoys life as a S. A. janitor. (Top right) Wayne Johnson and Jack Hendricks smile as th ey find out that they can 't leave school when the Seniors do. (Lower right) Posed here are the famou s cooks who m ake "the most scrumptious" meals: Joan Pursell, Virginia Carberry, Th eresa W ellman, Jo A nn S'herman, Dolores Romesburg, and Lucille O 'Connor Cooks And Custodians 129 130 Faculty Share Skills Members of the 1980-81 faculty-staff included Terry Dolnicek, Science; Barbara Norman, Secretary; Sr. Mary Kay, English; Ken Mehsling, Social Studies; Sterling West, English; Joe Schik, Speech & Drama; Ursula Tetzlaff, Math; Caroline Swartz, Math; Mary Lincoln, Physical Ed.; Marshall Schichilone, Science; Deb McGuire, Art; Mary Ann Rudersdorf, Counselor; (Opp. page}: Polly Taylor, Math; Fr. Mike O 'Meara, Religion; Mike Kavars, Social Studies; Mary Angeroth, Librarian; Nick McGrain, Social Studies; Al Sherbo, Religion; Dick McMahon, Business. Fr. Howard Fitzgerald, Religion; Fr. Dennis Trausch, Religion; Sr. Pat McDermott, R eligion, Sr. Erminita, Business Office; Gloria Blum, Bookkeeper; Ed Brown, Science; Mark Skahill, Social S tudies; Sandie Green, Secretary; Virgie Oatman, Resource room. • 131 w ~- ~t. A\\: ... r-1- H ,,-... c.;,\..•o a 5 3 '"''\f$ 134 Steve Barak David Beezley Mary Blair Karen Blodget Laura Blum Beth Book Steve Bremmer Margaret Brosnihan Beth Buchanan Susan Carta Seniors Show Class In /81 Friends With You What a Friend we have in time, Gives us children, makes us wine, Tells us what to take or leave behind. And the gifts of growing old Are the stories to be told Of the feelings more precious than gold. Friends, I will remember you, Think of you, pray for you, And when another day is through, I'll still be Friends with you. Baby's days are never long, Mother's laugh is baby's song, Gives us all the hope to carry on. Friends, I will remember you, Think of you, pray for you, And when another day is through, I'll still be Friends with you. Mike Che valier Lynn Christiansen Dan Clark Betsy Coughlin Mike Diblasi Jay Doll Patty Doran Dan Doyle Joh n Duggan Joseph Epperson Martha Fleck y John Forman Ch ris Franks Sharon Friel Jim Gard Molly Goebel 135 136 Stan Gray Cynthia Green Matt Grell Joe Gubbels Lisa Hanson Rita Hargett Mike Hobelheinrich Diane Hoffman Chuck Hughes Kerry Hunt Linda Jabro Steve Johnson Tracy Joneson Carol Keenan James Kelley Tracy Knott Ken Konz Ronda Kruse Barbara Larsen Kathy Lemire Jim Lenihan Mary Jean Malven Gerald McDonald Tom McGinn Th eresa McVey Nan cy Macedo Julie Mesh ling Dennis Meyerring Martha Moran Boyd Murray Jenn y N eary Marian O 'Connor 137 138 Lori Olson Thad Palmer Joni Poole Kraig Rallis Pat Ramsey Marty Pew Sheila Roane Cathy Root Ann Ryan Nancy Ryba Sue Sage Denny Scott Kathy Sealock Pat Sillik Lynn Smith Mike Snook Laura Sparks Mark Stangle Sue Stokes Lisa Tighe Mike Wallace john Wanning Curt Wellman Mary Sue Wickham Ruth Wilkenson Kevin Zimmerman 139 140 Juniors Unite To Fund Prom Ed Abboud Matt Burke Kenneth Fischer Rick Grote David Hargett Katie Berner Janet Burns Roxanne Fisher John Grund Mary Henry Keith Blum Theresa Caputo Joan Friedrichsen Nancy Gubbels Chris Herbert Tim Book Mary Chevalier Steve Goebel Jerry Haas Rich Hoffmann Drew Bremmer Kevin Culjat Chuck Gorman Ann Brugenhemke Mary Eberhard Monica Gray Michelle Burke Mary Ebert Rich Grell Cla ss Officers: N ancy Gubbels, Michelle Burke, Walt Stivers, Cheri Smith. Chris Johnson Paula Kenney Chris Larsen Marilyn Liston Greg Johnson Julie Kenney Julie Leber Tim Lookabill Mark Johnson Tim Kinart Mary Lenihan David Lovell Kathleen Kelly Faith Kirby Suzanne Leslie Jim Madsen Veronica Hoffmann Cindy Hunt Shawn Marshall Rick Holmes Rachelle Jeffrey Melissa Maurice Chris Howard Ka ren Jerkovich 141 142 Kathleen McCann Mary McClure Lisa McDonald Cary McDonald James McGill Mark Miller Molly Mullin Shelly Oberdin Kathy Olson Bob Paulson Anne Petratis Jim Pettit Angela Porter Mike Reggio Cecilia Rew Jackie Roane Susan Robinson Anne Rohling Peter Rolfzen Teresa Ryan Chuck Schroer David Schultz Marty Shudak Cheri Smith Mike Sparks Jacquie Weise Beverly Stangl John Wilkinson 143 144 Kristy Alfers Nina Bebensee Mark Beezley Joanne Beraldi Amy Berner Christy Berriman Sophomores Host Cupid Dance Jill Boll Kristi Branstetter Mary Bridges Beanie Burgin David Carlson Class Officers: Alison Duggan, Theresa Hammen, Doug Foreman, Patty Kenkel Stacie Christian sen Sandy Danala Jane deLaubenfels Theresa Dinovo Julie Carlson Karen Carta Jan et Chappell Kathy Grell Lance Herbert Mark Jabro Kristine Knudsen Jay Gubbels Dave Hoebelheindrich Patty Kenkel Dan Konz Theresa Hammen Ron Hopp Pat Kenney Daron Kruse John Hargett Janice Hotz Martin Kirby Mary Lainson Alison Duggan Jim Finiff Erik Larsen Pete Lenihan Beth Dusing Doug Foreman Dennis Lawlor Jeff Look abill Laura Eberhard Mark Genereux Jenny Leggio Julie Masker 145 146 Maureen McGinn Jack Morrow Bill Nieber Bob Osborne Kris Petersen Tom Pierson Chris Pritchard Nick Pursell Linda Quigley Marge Respeliers Dawn Rolfzen Fred Romano Jim Ronfeldt Tom Root Tim Ryan Matt McPartland Kathleen Mulvihill Lisa Noecker Sherry Monahan Janet Murray Mary Novak Wendy Sheperd Wendy Schmitz Chris Sillik Kelly Smith Jim Sondag Donna Stangl Bill Steenson Carolyn Storm Ann Suden Pat Sullivan M ark Sundrup Beth Tanous Mary Tierney Mike Wheeler Janelle Zimmerman Debbie Tighe Joann e Wettengel Mike Whetston e Mark Wickham 147 148 Freshmen Arrive At The Scene Dean Alfers Tony Allmon Mary Barton Kurt Birusingh Jeff Book Kurt Branstetter Teresa Brockelsby Chris Brosnihan Diane Burdick Jacquie Burke Julie Cain Dave Caperelli Mickey Caputo Jan e Carlson Jean Carlson Jeff Carlson David Clark Kelly Culjat Paul Diblasi Mike Doran Mary Doyle Melissa Dressel Mark Elliott Rosemary Fischer Kevin Fouts Peter Frank s Patty Friel John Card Pat Geier Tammy German Mike Goebel Doug Cray Matt Gronstal John Cubbels Martha Horan Jane Hughes Denise Johnson Pat John son Patricia Jon es o t •f•••'""" ...... Mar/ea Keefe Jeff Klein Susan Koehler 149 150 Lori Larsen Leah Larson Sandy Larson Kelly Lawlor Chris Leich Jeff Lehnen David Lemire Tom Liston Monica Lopez Don Malven Michelle Marshall Pat Masker Marjorie McCann Ann McGill Molly McGinn Mindy McGruder William McGruder Mark McPartland Diane Meyerring Jenny Moran Pat Mulvihill Lisa O'Gara Jay Pender Amy Porter Kris Rallis Sheila Ratigan l _ JoAnn Respeliers Shirley Ro ane Chez Rohling Paul Rom ano Matt Root Mike Ryan Lori Schmitz Paula Smith Pat Smith M ariann Snook Fr a nk St ander M att Sulliv an Linda Sundrup Kathleen Th omp son Billy W ett engel Dave Wh e t stone Kevin Wi ckh am M ary W e ise Jacq ue Young To n y Zimm erm an ... 151 152 Opening A Free Student Checking Account At Council Bluffs Savings Bank is Theresa Brockelsby North Ave & Pierce Street (Conveniently Located) 325-2980 Best Wishes to the Class of 1981 ABC Electric 1022 Avenue A 322-4590 THE PHARMACY For People who Care About Their Health Delivery Service Available 322-6266 127 So. 35 Louie Carta - RP Council Bluffs ~ Savings Bank Ill Member F.D.I.C. 325-2980 A BANKS OF IOWA BANK Council Bluffs, Carson and McClelland, Iowa Congratulations Class Of 1981 Culler Funeral Home 533 Willow Ave. 322-7779 Dick Glasford's 701 McKenzie Road Council Bluffs, Ia (712) 322-7795 Dine after that special occassion at Of cv .. .>.; j;,., J can charge it .. · ... '::';. "'T ' -:::-- -=- ~ g) 83 ... .;t ... ;: .. - . ' - ~~ . Mas1efCord . ~ . ....___ . , Shop ]. C. Penney in Council Bluffs Catalog Dept. 328-3186 JCPenney SPEC SHOPPE'S INC. THE COMPLETE FAMILY OPTICAL CENTERS 218 W. WASHINGTON 417 E. WASHINGTON (COGLEY CLINIC) SeiUors G\\fddiqgs nut ~oor CAMPBELL INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. "Best Service at Least Cost" 103 N. Ave 328-3975 agent POTTAWATTAMIE MUTUAL INS. ASSN. ABC 322·7585 621 GJlluff CouJtcil C.Sluf fs 153 154 Best Wishes to the class of '81 KLEFSTAD House of Beauty 315 No. 19th St. 322-4822 BAKED FRESH DA IL Y IN OUR SHOP MONDAY - FRIDAY 5:00 a.m . - 5:00 p .m . ED & SANDY ANDERSON - come have breakfast with us! 285 WEST BROADWAY ORDERS WELCOME OGDEN PLACE 322-9527 COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 51501 Compliments of OARD-ROSS DRUG STORE 701 - 703 16TH AVENUE PHONE 322°2501 COUNCIL BLUF"F"S, IOWA BALt£NGER .. i'I AUID .. OtlVI . I . ,,, ... p th SllYfCI , .J - . .. __, SPECIALIZED PARTS AND SERVICE WILLIAM A. "BILL' ' BALLENGER VICE PRESIDENT 125 West Pierce Council Bluffs, lowe 51501 PHONE: (712) 322-6636 HOME: 328-0992 STATE BANK AND TRUST 7 BANKING LOCATIONS Council Bluffs, Iowa SHERWOOD J,;,AZ~ FF r.:". -=:-.:: MAW e~~ . - E.:r OFFICE 2705 East Hfgftwa-y -a~::o"~~-. , 'iw~~ .,. Broadway at 35th Street .... .,.... .," '§"Wf'l"' • ' ~~~ , --;-..... -~t· ... , . ·- - ......... ,,,_ HENDERSON • MACEDONIA • MODALE• UNDERWOOD Member FDIC and Hawkeye Bancorporation , LINDA MEYER MEYER FUNERAL HOME 545 Willow Avenue - P.O. Box 475 - Council Bluffs, Iowa 51502 - phone (712) 322-0293 JIM MEYER BEST WISHES!!! MEYER FUNERAL HOME Jim and Linda Meyer Michael and Laura Meyer (Laura Meyer - former St. Albert's student) 155 156 For That Little Extra Accessory UNIQUE EXPERIENCE IN HAIRSTYLING TOTAL HAIR CARE WOMEN & MEN CALl 323-3843 LOWER 421 E WASHINGTON - SUITE 102 EXECUTIVE BLDG - LEVEL SMITH, DA VIS & ASSOC. T. JOE SMITH DICK DAVIS DON A. MESCHER JAY MALONE "Insurance for all your needs" 532 First Avenue 322-1600 1139 NORTH BROADWAY COUNCIL BLUFFS , IOWA PHONE 322-SSSI HINKY DINKY SUPER MARKETS e ONE OF THE CULLUM COMPANIES SO~THIN6 EHT! 112 Mfdlands Mall Council Bluffs, Iowa BEEM-BELFORD !¥'unewf df1mw -•• n ,..,,•no• QNSM/ NATIONAL SILECTIO MO•TICIANI W-LLOWATnlt 322•6669 COUNCIL•LUFFI Jase O 'Neill Steve O'Neill Class Of "1978" Class Of "1974" 157 158 WWWUUUUUUU:U• SNOOK DRUG E. 1 Roger W. Snook 9.·00· 7.30 Monday·Fnday 9:00·5.30 Sa turday 10:00-12:30 Sunday 322-2595 138 So. Main Council Bluffs, Iowa 920 32nd AVENUE HOLMES PRINTING SERVICE, INC. 328-7245 37 South Main • Council Bluffs ;n~~ Bleu : V 1 L. __ J Ox After the Game a Place To Meet That Can't Be Beat COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 51501 PHONE : 712/366-9481 Best Wishes to the class of 81 Dwight McClure BARBER SHOP 3200 BROADWAY HANUSA CO. PLUMBING - HEATING HARDWARELOCKSMITHELECTRICAL Phone: (712) 322-4039 1274 E. Pierce COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 51501 "Faucet Parts Our Specialty" WALSH'S DAIRY QUEEN 155 Midlands Mall Phone 328-6966 BLU~ STAR FOODS, INC. GENERAL OFFICES: 1023 Fourth Street, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Best Wishes To The Graduating Cla ss Of 1981 159 160 CONGRATULATIONS To The CLASS OF 1981 EVERYTHING IN LUMBER & BUILDING MATERIALS LUMBER~ SUPPLY 25 So. 15th St. Ph . 323-2546 11 WlSTLAKE VILLAGE COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA PHO NE 366· 1106 CONGRATS!! CLASS OF '81 Christy Creme 2733 N. Broadway 322-2778 Qteway® REALTORS© Two names you can bust in buying and selling your home. (B Ml.S NATIONWIDE RELOCATION SERVICE SALES OFFICE BUSINESS OFFICE SALES OFFICE 328·3100 328-3600 328· 7100 521 E BWAY 1105 McPHERSON AV 1816 W BWAY CHRISTENSEN FLORA L c o. 3 16 FLEM I NG P HO N E 326- 151 6 COU NC IL B LU FFS. IOWA Tower Beauty Salon Open Six Days A Week 103 North Ave. Suite 2 Phone 325-1033 Congra tu la tions Class Of 1981 McCurdy Funeral Home 121 South 7th Street - Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 Telephone 328-1144 JOHN'S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 322-1533 T.C. MARKET FRESH M EA TS AND VEGETABLES Open 7 days a week. 421 Harrison 322-8249 When you're in St. Louis visit the Bush Gardens Compliments of Merlin Doll Doll Distributing 3022 2nd Ave. 161 162 BROADWAY AT MAIN• 29TH AND WEST BROADWAY 501 WEST SOUTH OMAHA BRIDGE ROAD• 250 MIDLANDS MALL - Congra tu la tions Class of "81" Gen's Beauty Salon Joni Wilwerding Owner Men and Women's styling 17 S. 32nd 322-1595 Best Wishes to the Class of 1981 Peoples True Value 2917 W. Broadway All Kinds Of Insurance Ray Prichard Lyal £Moore AGENTS BUS. PHONE: 328-3076 711 EAST BROADWAY COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA 51501 s E N I .. 0 R s Bill Somers - photographer 212 Midlands Mall l ' - ll - 10 .:.. 'P • .; .. .-... ~ ' - · .. Midwest Sporting Goods 305 E111 Oroldw1'f • Counc.1 Olull1, low• 51501 • Pr.on, 17111 328 1' 14 Best Wishes To The Graduates of 1981 BUD CROWL Bus. Phone 322-2504 Res. Phone IB C1E11,rv .. • 328-1037 HARRY C. CROWL REALTORS INSURANCE 123 Fourth St. - Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 JANSEN/US SERVICE WHEELHORSE LAWN BOY - ~ . . ~ .. ::: Sales & Service Blaine Jansenius 1011 Ave. B 323-4849 Congratulations, Class of '81 FLOWERS BY HINMAN 1800 McPherson RALPH'S SUPERETTE For Real Red Carpet Treatm ent Shop 322-0267 WHOLESALE Ralph 's Quality Meats RETAIL 3500 5th. Ave. 322-6615 R 163 164 Congratulations to the class of 'Bl Vergamini Brothers Lou & George 349 Canning Council Bluffs Compliments of Cogley Clinic 417 East Washington DOT REAL ESTATE 715 E. Broadway 328-1869 Council Bluffs, Iowa Best Wishes To The Class of 1981 Compliments of Farner Caughlin Co. 720 Ninth Ave. 322-7618 Jack Holder Photography 322-1012 IOWA CLOTHES SHOP Featuring Young Mens Dress And Sportswear Congratulations Class Of 1981 - Compliments Of A Frien.d - ]. McKiernan Photography Says ""WAY TO GO CLASS OF ,1,181 And to future graduates, the way to go is our SUMMER SENIOR DISCOUNT. SA VE 20% when you have your portraits photographed by August 30th 1981 and order placed by Sept. 21st 1981. Don't be Disappointed, make your appointment early. Phone 325-0284 Hours By Appointment 165 INETEE HUNDRED & · EIGHTY-ONE 166 167 168 A FRIEND Best Wishes To AJJ Falcon And Sainte 1982 Teams R.L. Dick Green Insurance Agency 700 4th Street Council Bluffs, Iowa Bus: 328-0305 Res: 322-7956 The DIMENSIONS staff would like to acknowledge and thank Bob Pyles and Michael Gill for their assistance with photography for this 1981 yearbook. CREDITS: Molly Goebel - layout editor Barbara Larsen - art editor Ann Ryan - copy editor Patty Doran - advertising Sue Sage - advertising John Foreman - photography Martin Kilnoski - photography David Lovell - photography Jennie Neary - photography Walt Stivers - photography Jenny Wettengel - typist Mary Sue Wickham - typist Cheri Smith, Mary Henry, Shelly Oberdin, Boyd Murray, Jerry McDonald, Martha Flecky, Mike Wallace, Marian O'Connor, Cynthia Green, Chuck Hughes, Beth Buchanan, Judy Wettengel, Chuck Schroer, Kevin Cox, Kevin Culjat - staff S Pat McDermott - advisor Bill Jandric - Josten representative 170 FRESHMEN Dean Alfers 58, 148 Tony Allmon 62, 64, 94, 148 Mary Barton 21, 148 Kurt Birusingh 58, 117, 146 Jeff Book 148 Kurt Branstetter 58, 94, 148 Theresa Brockelsby 148 Chris Brosnihan 22, 148 Diane Burdick 28, 148 Jacquie Burke 23, 148 David Caparelli 64, 148 Mickey Caputo 94, 148 Jane Carlson 28, 148 Jean Carlson 28, 148 Jeff Carlson 148 David Clark 45, 148 Kelly Culjat 148 Paul Diblasi 64, 148 Mary Doyle 148 Melissa Dressel 32, 37, 149 Mark Elliott 64; 149 Matt Evers 149 Rosemary Fischer 149 Kevin Fouts 149 Peter Franks 149 Patty Friel 149, 21 John Gard 58, 149 Pat Geier 58, 149 Tammy German 149 Mike Goebel 58, 149 Doug Gray 149 Matt Gronstal 59, 94, 149 John Gubbels 64, 149 Martha Horan 149 Jane Hughes 28, 149 Denise Johnson 149 Pat Johnson 37, 58, 85, 106, 149 Patty Jones 149 Maralea Keefe 28, 149 Jeff Klein 149 Susie Koehler 38, 149 Lori Larson 28, 150 Leah Larson 38, 150 Sandy Larson 150 Kelly Lawlor 150 Jeff Lehnen 58, 118, 150 David Lemire 58, 94, 150 Tom Liston 22, 150 Chris Leick 150 Monica Lopez 150 Don Malven 64, 94, 150 Michelle M arshall 150 Pat Masker 58, 150 Bill McGruder 94 Marge McCann 150 A nn McGill 150 Molly M cGinn 150 Melinda M cGruder 150 Mark M cPartland 64, 150 Diane Meyerring 150 Jenny Moran 28, 150 Pat Mulvilhill 150 Lisa O'Gara 150 Jay Pender 58, 150 A my Porter 28, 150 Kris Rallis 58, 150 Sheila Ratigan 38, 150 Jo Ann Respeliers 38, 151 Shirley Roane 21, 151 Louise Rohling 27, 117, 151 Paul Romano 28, 151 Matt Root 58, 94, 151 Mike Ryan 151 Lori Schmitz 151 Paula Smith 28, 37, 151 Pat Smith 151 Mariann Snook 28, 151 Frank Stander 64, 118, 151 Matt Sullivan 58, 94, 151 Linda Sundrup 38, 151 Kathy Thompson 151 Bill Wettengel 58, 151 David Whetstone. 58, 151 Kevin Wickham 58, 94, 151 Mary Wiese 28, 117, 151 Jackie Young 28, 151 Tony Zimmerman 151 SOPHOMORES Kristi Alfers 86, 144 Nina Bebensee 144 Mark Beezley 64, 144 JoAnn Beraldi 144 Amy Berner 26, 28, 83, 86, 88, 144 Christy Berriman 39, 103, 144 Jill Boll 56, 144 Kris Branstetter 28, 144 Cathy Bremmer 42, 70, 144 Mary Sue Bridges 118, 144 Beanie Burgin 23, 46, 103, 144 David Carlson 103, 144 Julie Carlson 28, 90, 144 Karen Carta 37, 144 Janet Chappell 144 Stacie Christensen 28, 144 Sandy Danala 144 Jane de Laubenfels 39, 50, 118, 144 Th eresa Dinovo 39, 144 Alison Duggan 28, 26, 42, 144, 145 Beth Dusing 145 Laura Eberhard 26, 28, 29, 39, 103, 145 Jamie Finiff 145 Doug Foreman 144, 145 Mark Genereux 59, 145 Kathy Grell 103, 145 Jay Gubbels 64, 145 Chuck Haas 59 Theresa Hammen 39, 103, 144, 145 John Hargett 45, 59, 118, 145 Lance Herbert 64, 145 David Hoebelheinrich 45, 90, 145 Ron Hopp 45, 50, 71, 118, 145 Janice Hotz 42, 145 Mark Jabro 64, 145 Patty Kenkel 26, 28, 29, 36, 39, 72, 103, 144, 145 Pat Kenney 59, 145 Martin Kirby 145 Kris Knudsen 145 Dan Konz 59, 145 Daron Kruse 37, 145 M ary Lainson 39, 103, 145 Eric Larsen 145 Denny Lawlor 37, 59, 94, 145 Jenny Leggio 28, 39 Pete Lenihan 64, 145 Jeff Lookabill 50, 145 Julie Masker 68, 72, 73, 86, 117, 118, 120, 145 Maurenn McGinn 26, 28, 146 Matt McPartland 146 Sherry Monahan 146 Jack Morrow 59, 146 Kathy Mulvihill 70, 146 Janet Murray 42, 103, 146 Bill Niebur 146 Lisa Noecker 70, 146 Mary Novak 146 Bob Osborne 146 Kris Peterson 23, 146 Tom Pierson 64, 65, 117, 146 Chris Prichard 94, 95 Nick Pursell 146 Linda Quigley 117, 146 Marge Respeliers 42, 146 Dawn Rolfzen 146 Fred Romano 64, 146 James Ronfeldt 146 Tom Root 64, 146 Tim Ryan 146 Wendy Schmitz 118, 146 Wendy Shepherd 146 Chris Sillik 28, 83, 86, 88, 146 Kelly Smith 45, 118, 146 Jim Sondag 108, 6 Donna Stangl 146 Bill Steenson 59, 146 Carolyn Storm 26, 28, 146 Ann Suden 146 Pat Sullivan 117, 146 Mark Sundrup 64, 147 Beth Tanous 147 Mary Tierney 28, 29, 39, 147 Debbie Tighe 147 JoAnn W ettengel 39, 103, 147 Mike Whetstone 147 Mark Wickham 94, 147 Jan elle Zimmerman 147 JUNIORS Eddie Abboud 64, 140 Katie Berner 66, 117, 140 Dan Blair 94 Keith Blum 59, 72, 140 Tim Book 140 Drew Bremmer 140 Ann Brugenhemke 70, 140 Matt Burke 140 Michelle Burke 22,23, 83, 86, 102, 140 Janet Burns 73, 108, 140 Teresa Caputo 140 Mary Chevalier 140 Kevin Cox 122 Kip Crook 63, 64 Kevi Culjat 59, 60, 94, 122, 140 Mary Eberhard 40, 70, 107, 118, 140 Mary Ebert 125, 140 Tom Eckrich 96, 97, 124 Ken Fischer 124, 140 Mark Fischer 124 Roxanne Fischer 140 Joan Friedrichsen 51, 140 Steve Goebel 60, 72, 102, 140 Chuck Gorman 50, 106, 107, 140 Monica Gray 140 Rich Grell 140 Rick. Grote 64, 72, 140 John Grund 47, 51, 64, 104, 140 Nancy Gubbels 42, 120, 140 Jerry Haas 64, 140 Dave Hargett 94, 140 Steve Henderson 64 Mary Henry 86, 122, 140 Chris Herbert 140 Larry Hoffman 84, 140 Veronica Hoffman 125 Rich Hoffman 141 Rick Holmes 85, 141 Chris Howard 73, 117, 141 Cindy Hunt 141 Rachelle Jeffrey 47, 141 Karen Jerkovich 125, 141 Chris Johnson 94, 141 Greg Johnson 60, 96, 97, 141 Mark Johnson 117, 141 Kathy Kelly 40, 125, 141 Julie Kenney 40, 41, 47, 141 Paula Kenney 22, 56, 57, 86, 89, 103 Tim Kinart 94, 141 Faith Kirby 141 Joe Krettek 62, 63 Chris Larsen 50, 106, 141 Julie Leber 56, 72, 83, 86, 141 M ary Lenihan 23, 90, 141 Suzanne Leslie 141 Marilyn Liston 22, 42, 83, 86, 88, 109, 141 Tim Lookabill 69, 96, 141 David Lovell 51, 123, 141 Jim M adsen 106, 141 Michelle Marshall 141 Melissa Maurice 86, 141 Katie M cCann 125, 142 M ary M cClure 14 Carrie M cDonald 142 Lisa McDonald 22, 56, 57, 86, 87, 89, 142 Jim M cGill 47, 96, 142 M ark Miller 94 Molly Mullin 142 Steve N elson 60, 124 Sh elley Oberdin 122, 142 Kathy Olsen 142 Bob Paulsen 94, 142 Ann e Petratis 32, 142 Jim Pettit 59, 94, 142 A ng ela Porter 56, 142 Mike Reggio 60, 96, 142 Cilla Rew 26, 27, 56, 83, 86, 89, 117, 142 Jackie Roan e 142 S ue Robinson 56, 121, 142 Anne Rohling 26, 56, 117, 142 Peter Rolfzen 142 Chuck Schroer 60, 142 Dave Sch ultz 50, 71, 90, 142 M arty Shudak 47, 96, 97, 103, 142 Cheri Smith 40, 104, 122, 140, 142 Lori Smith 119, 143 Jeff Smyser 94 Sue Snook 42, 143 Mike Sparks 69, 143 Jon Stidham 68, 143 Walt Stivers 47, 97, 122, 140, 143 Jeff Stokes 59, 68, 96, 143 Jenny Wettengel 40, 122, 143 Jacquie Wiese 27, 26, 57, 56, 143 John Wilkinson 143 SENIORS Steve Barak 134 Dave Beezley 64, 65, 124, 134 Tony Beraldi 68,101 Mary Blair 134 Karen Blodgett 26, 27, 56, 76, 81, 86, 134 Laura Blum 120, 134 Beth Book 134 Steve Bremmer 32, 134 Moog Brosnihan 26, 35, 81, 117, 134 Beth Buchanan 26, 27, 56, 57, 90, 122, 123, 134 Sue Carta 42, 134 Mike Chevalier 32, 96, 97, 111, 135 Lynne Christian sen 35, 40, 41, 21, 73, 76, 104, 113, 135 Dan Clark 60, 96, 98, 135 Betsy Coughlin 35, 40, 76, 135 Mike Diblasi 64, 65, 107, 135 Jay Doll 27, 135 Patty Doran 36, 42, 43, 77, 122, 135 Dan Doyle 101, 135 John Duggan 21, 35, 60, 61, 101, 135 Joe Epperson 135 M artha Flecky 26, 27, 56, 77, 81, 83, 86, 87, 89, 135 John Foreman 37, 51, 66, 72, 104, 108, 122, 123, 135 Chris Fran ks 67, 96, 98, 109, 113, 118, 135, 21 Sharon Friel 22, 23, 135 Jim Gard 124, 135 Chris Geier 67, 100 Molly Goebel 42, 77, 81, 108, 109, 122, 117, 135 Steve Gorman 22, 23, 65 Stan Gray 136 Cynthia Green 40, 122, 123, 136 Mat Grell 136 Joe Gubbels 48, 64, 65, 136 Lisa Han sen 66, 136 Rita Hargett 136 Mike Hoebelheinrich 136 Diann Hoffman 136 Chuck Hugh es 63, 64, 65, 122, 136 Kerry Hunt 96, 136 Linda Jabro 42, 43, 101, 110, 136 S teve Johnson 60, 61, 75, 96, 104, 136 Tracy Joneson 67, 70, 71, 100, 111 136 Carol Keenan 136 Jim Kelley 136 Martin Kilnoski 123 Tracy Knott 136 Dan Koehler 21, 61, 98 Ken Konz 22, 60, 61, 76, 80, 137 Ronda Kruse 23, 37, 76, 81, 56, 136 Barb Larsen 40, 122, 137 Kathy Lemire 21, 42, 70, 107, 106, 137 Jim Lenihan 32, 46, 60, 61, 101, 137 Nancy Macedo 101, 137 MaryJean Malven 32, 137 Jerry McDonald 122, 137 Tom McGinn 137 Theresa Mc Vey 35, 42, 81, 86, 104, 137 Julie Mehsling 32, 42, 43, 67, 137 - Dennis Meyerring 64, 65, 80, 137 Martha Moran 32, 36, 101, 108, 117, 121, 137 Boyd Murray 22, 60, 67, 75, 76, 81, 96, 117, 122, 137 Jennie Neary 32, 33, 51, 72, 107, 123, 137 Marian O 'Connor 71, 123, 137 Lori Olson 67, 76, 138 Thad Palmer 138 Joni Poole 35, 138 Kraig Rallis 21, 32, 64, 65, 117, 138 Pat Ramsey 138 Marty Rew 60, 84, 85, 104, 138 Sheila Roane 138 Ed Roarty 100 John Romano 46, 64, 65, 66 Cathy Root 138 Ann Ryan 32, 81, 122, 138 Nancy Ryba 40, 138 Sue Sage 32, 122, 138 Denny Scott 61, 60, 75, 96, 97, 138 Kathy Sealock 42, 72, 76, 77, 138 Pat Sillik 138 Lynn Smith 33, 101, 138 Mike Snook 60, 138 Laura Sparks 139 Mark Stangl 139 Sue Stokes 33, 34, 40, 49, 139 Dan Sullivan 100 Lisa Tighe 40, 41,9 Mike Wallace 32, 66, 81, 117, 122, 123, 139 John Wanning 96, 139 Curt Wellman 139 Judy Wettengel 32, 42, 81, 104, 122, 123 Mary Sue Wickham 42, 101, 122, 123, 139 Ruth Wilkinson 139 Cathv Wyrick 36 Kevin Zimmerman 21, 90, 139 171 AUTOGRAPHS 172 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource St. Albert High School yearbooks Subject The topic of the resource School yearbooks -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. St. Albert High School (Council Bluffs, Iowa) -- Yearbooks. Description An account of the resource A collection of yearbooks for St. Albert High School. These books were published annually to record, highlight, and commemorate the past year of the school. The years 1967-present are covered in this collection. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource St. Albert High School Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1967-Present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Educational use only, no other permissions given. U.S. and international copyright laws may protect this item. Commercial use or distribution is not permitted without prior permission of the copyright holder. 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Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 20 x 25 cm. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Entrance to Kanesville, 1853 Description An account of the resource Photograph reproduction of the engraving, Entrance to Kanesville. Illustration was done on site in 1853 for the book Route From Liverpool to Great Salt Lake Valley. 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Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 22 x 28 cm. (8 x 10 in.) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Steamboat Yellowstone Subject The topic of the resource River steamers -- Missouri River -- History. Steamboats -- Missouri River -- History. Steamboats -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. Photographs held by the Library. Description An account of the resource Photocopy of a drawing by M. Watson of the Steamboat Yellowstone. 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Title A name given to the resource Council Bluffs Civil Air Patrol Subject The topic of the resource Iowa -- History, Military. Description An account of the resource 8 Photographs. Civil Air Patrol. Council Bluffs Squadron. Group photograph by Howard Shortley. Members not identified. 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Title A name given to the resource Ogden Hotel Subject The topic of the resource Historic buildings -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. Hotels -- Iowa -- Council Bluffs. Ogden Hotel Photographs held by the library Council Bluffs (Iowa) -- History -- Photographs Description An account of the resource 23 color slides of the interior and exterior of the Ogden Hotel. Taken from June, 1966 to July, 1967. 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Commercial use or distribution is not permitted without prior permission of the copyright holder. military https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/fe18f129977c44655551333b3f9b3ef0.pdf 03263d9fcd05a10fd6805558b6a93525 PDF Text Text August, 1864. «vAy#Jap<' The Major General Gonimanding desires the instructions'therein contained, relative to your command, may he carried.out. r ; S. L, Taggart to Gen. Ransom, near Jonesboro, 31:- y'* • The Kajor General Commandin - directs that you immediately cause a bridge across the river on the left of your line to be built, so that connection with General Logan's right mpy be established. The General directs that.the bridge be constructed as quickly as possible so that infantry can cross. It can be strengthened for artillery afterwards Gen. Howard's S,(, No, 197j Chattanooga, 31 (16DR192) .t.' II. Jessee J. Phillips, Lieut. Col. 9th Regiment Illinois Infantry Volunteers, having tendered his resignation, based on Surgeon's certificate of disability, approved by the Medical director, and the expiration of his term of service, is hereby honorably discharged the service of the United States. ; , Private Diary Mem, 31:- fflw 5*' ,Dr, Robbins went to St. Louis-» Joheph arrived from St, Louis, 'ISIrit f4,000 to St. Louis to be placed to the credit of Annie in S.S.A. . ' II J • ; r - ■ tq (Jon. Dodge from his father, Elkhorn City, Sept, 1:- We are all move than rejoiced to hear of your convalescence. ";e feel thankful beyond, description and before you leave for the army we want you to be sure and como to Council Bluffs j we are very desirous you should, you know there is a "btg event" to come off 1393 August, 1864. at' your house thd 4th of Octobe.r, and it is necessary that you should be here with Annie to make it a bigger one. Nate is especia lly desirous that you should be present, and you knov/ he is the most interested in the affair, and should by all means, be gratified--so do come without fail, I hirow Sherman just give ^'ou a furlough under the circumstances of your health if,you. request it. I tell you it will be a big affair, and but one more sucli to happen in our family - how can you stay back in such an emergency? Now come along because i want rather to see you, Annie and the little Dodges than any of the same name living on the face of the globe. ' - ■ .Mo I wrote you a letter on the first news of your wound and directed it to Nashville, Tennessee, Did you get it? i prevlously wrote you one and directed it to Chattanooga. Did you get that? I presume you did. T r f... There is much excitement u-i the Platte Valley "about the ■< fi ' Indiana. I suppoae the Copperheads and Bushwhackers are among them. The inhabitants have all left above Cottonwood and their ranche's are all burned; and many have left the Eikhorn River, While others have pakced up their goods ready to leave, I thiink they act cowardly, and a greater set of cowards does not exist than live In Omaha. Some 400 Omaha Indians passed 'through here from their hunt, having been driven from the Republican by the and that caused the greatest furor'you ever heard of. Omaha shut up all' .j ' ■» C no gntaoa 1394 v"? . • ,> ■;>iK. September 1864, ^ '■■ * ' j . . , j .-1 her stores, got out picket guard, &c., &c., never- attempting to -C-." move West, to -assist the citizens who have given them their territory, but just trembling and looking out for their dear selves, " The Omahas camped on the hill just' above Walnut Creek, and I slept in the old cabin alone as usual. TTo harm done. Tney pushed on again early the next morning, Somebod:' saw the Indians at a distance, not knowing \Thether they were Sioux or some other* " ' t. tribe and put for Omaha, hence the scare. The Sioux or Che mes (Shians) have committed serious depredations On the Atchinson route and above Kearney, and may do the same here, but -ost of the citizens do not believe they will come down this far, Cotmcil Bluffs are rore frightened about bush whackers and are organizing companies for home defence, I am now in the midst of haying, mi ■ * * ■ » . . . ' and shall put up about one hundred tons. We have a fine stock of young cattle, which is about all I can depend upon. Stock has always paid well while produce of a farm has always been -very un certain. I am obliged to get half my hay at least from the Platte Valley as I cannot obtain it on this side of the Eikhom, , It is vory hot today and I am nearly melted. Not a breath ....•■ •of air d"rom where we are getting hay today, close under the . timber on Walnut Creek, , • • ■ 4 t I would like to hear frojn you and Annie, and would like to . T T , ^ r know the particulars of your wound <5:c. I have strong hopes of ^ . A seeing you before long, ^■SCX IS 95 VW7* -r - , ■ ' V Septeniber 1864. , >■'■ - , Lt, Col. Towers to Col. Clark, Hd, Qrs. 15th A.c. 4-5 A. M. Major General Logan di rects me to report that the pickets of each division report that the enemy have been moving to our right for three hours, apparently in great confusvion. Wagons are easily heard moving from any part of our line. Ogden. Edwards to D. H. Ainsworth,, Colximbus, 1:-y.r 'I. The mosquitoes are frightfully numerous, - : T. no I.' Private Diary T'em. > ,..,f ,t . At Minerva's all day. Head doing well. Telegraphed I^ate and Pegram. Got despatch from Pegram, am received letter from Nate. Sent John to Indianapolis after, frpit. . To Gen. Dodge from his Brother, Council Bluffs, 2;-^ Cannot meet you at Davenport. Inform me when j'ou return south and I will tr^' and meet y u at some other point at a later date. O'Xo I Oen. Howard to Gon. Ransom, soutb of Jonesboro, Ga., 2:- The following note Is referred for your information: "Hd, Qrs. Military Division of, the Mississi|)pi, In the Pield^ 8 F. M. « • September 2d, 1864. General Howard: You know that General Garrard reports General Slocum in possession of Atlanta. I have sent couriers to learn the exact truth, , f ... I ; If it be so, we don't care, about pushing the enemy further at this time. Had we prevented his making entrenchments it would have been well, but, as he has a str ng line, I do not wish to waste 1396 August, 1864, .tool T i lives'by an assault. You may* therefore order the* skirmir hers to close up, but hold your lines so as not to suffef much. If the enemy be gone in the morning occupy his lines to you' front and await orders. Yours signed, VI T.Sherman, Major General," Private Diary Mem. 2;* * . Ir.ou V7ent out to ride. Received letters ffom N'ate, and have a visit from Judge Goodwin, Received news of the fall of -Atlanta, Gen, Sherman's S.F. 0,N©,-62, Near Love joy's Station 3:- The General Commanding announces with great pleasure that he has official information that our troops under General Siocum occu pied Atlanta yesterday at 11 o'clock A. m,, the enemy having evacua ted the night before,' destroj^ed vast magazines of stores and blown up among other things 80 car" loads of ammunition, which accounts for the sounds heard by us on the night of the 1st instant, • Our present task is therefore well done and all work-of des truction on the rfcilroad will case. Gen, Sherman's S.F.O.No, 63, Near Love joy's Station 3:- * i. Army Commanders will, during the day, send to Jonesboro all empty wagons, wounded and sick men, and'prisoners of war; also all surplus wheels not needed for a five days stay in front, ready to start tomorrow morning at' 6 o'clock from Jonesboro for Atlanta. Each Army will send a regiment to escort these wagons and Major General Thomas will send an experienced Colonerl to conduct the train into Atlanta there to await further orders. 1397 September 1864, . T'!® " II. The Army will be prepared to move back tomorrow or nex^ day. The Army of the Cumberland to Atlanta and ^hatta hoochee • Bridge, the Army of the Tennessee to East Point, and the Army of the Ohio* t Dec atior. Major General Thomas will have General Garrard's cavalry ready to act as yoiir rear guard. Gen. Howard's S.f.o.No. 116, near Love joy's Station, 3:- ' The Major General Commanding the Military division of the • Missis si ippi not desiring to prevent the enemy from pushing towards our right, the following will be the dispositions-for the day: • 1st, Major General Blair will inspect the extreme right and 'M" * secure it against any reverse fire, shortening his lines if neces sary so as to have some reserve. " . 2d, Majbr General Logan; will hold his front line with as few troops as he deems safe, and out thje rest- comfortably in camp, 3d, General Ransom will encamp his troops with a view to resting them pushing skiirmishers far out towards our right flank. 4th. Brig, General Kilpatrick, while he will conform the operations of his command to the foregoing, will at the same time keep a shapr lookout on our right flank, advising the General eodtoahding of ahy «moveifients of the enemy . • a • o' ♦ j * IV. * Corps Commanders will cause all their sick'and .wounded, 'prisoners artA empty teams to be sent today to Jonesb©ro* ^'ferig. General Ransom will,eause to be detailed from his com- Septer.ber 1864. .1"' C mand one good regiment of infantry as escort of these trains and guard for the prisoners, ■ •, - The regiment, trains, &c. will report at 2 o'clock this P. M. at the- Cotton Gin in the rear of these Head Quarters. ■ The Commanding Officer of the escort will report to these Head Quarters for- definite instructions, ,, f VI. The following are the orders and disposition's of this Array in the preparation to move back in pursuance of S.F.Q. •No. 63, Military Division of the Mississippi. , ^ ■ 1st. Major General Logan will, at once, with hj.s reserves form a barricade on the most practicable defensive ground in the rear of the Cotton Gin. This- reserve position will be occupied by the division of Brig. General Hazen, who will^ four, the rear • guard of the Right Colvunn, « * General Logan will then reduce his front lines as much as 'possible, holding however to-the last, the hill now occupied by " General Harrow, . c- ' 2nd. Brig. General Ransom commanding left wing, 17th Army Corps will with his reserves construct a barricade on the right of that to be made and held by the 15th corps, retaining General "Fuller's division as rear guard "f the left col\anin. General Ransem wll] also in conjunction with the commands on his left reduce his front to a thin line, moving all troops not necessary to hold it to the rear of his barricade. - r 1399 September 1864. A »' > . I ' 3d. General Blair will, at the hour of the withdrawal, » carefully move back his corps through, and to the rear of the barr- ^ icades, t^e the advance on the road pursued by the 16th corps from Jonesboro, and will be followed by the 16th corps, forming the left column. f « 4th. The right coliunn under Major General Logan will pursue the road on which he advanced, drawing out at the same hour with f ... "^he 17th and 16th corps. , 5th. All trains, amrau.iition wagons, .am bulances, &c. will be sent in advance. , ., - . The hour of ^moving, the trains and troops will be designated ... .. « Major Barnes.to Gen. Dodge near Lovejoy, Ga,, 3:- A^-lanta at last is ours. Sherman's grand flank movement has so far been eminently succe.^sful. Hood, has been com letely outwitted. When the army withdrew from "before Atlanta", the Atlanta papers announced the Yankees falling back to the Chattahoochee, that we had abandoned the campaign, and that the Gate City was free from all danger. This was published to the Army and the , Johnnies generally believed it. They held a big jubilees over it, and were still celebrating when word was brought that the Army of f the Termesaee was advancing on Jonesboro, This put a nev phase .upon affairs, and caused the faces of the Johnnies to somewhat elongate. nt .t't nir't 1400 September 1864, * We marched from Atlanta to Sbadna oh the West Pbint railroad ' without opposition. The 29th of August was spent in destroying the road. On the 30th we advanced on Jonesboro, fighting Ross' Brigade of'cavalry nearly the whole distance. Hood by this time had news of our trovement, and sent Hardee's and his owr: corps to Jonesboro to meet us. Our advance, on the night of the 30th was f.' » * ■■ ■ ' . a mile and a half from Jonesboro, Breastv/orks were thrown up during the night, and by 1 P. M. on the 31st our old friends hade onb of their favorite charges against our lines. The result was the old stereotyped one; the rebels were most beautifully whipped, losing heavily, A surgeon in Rr^rdee's Copps told me, that 2,000 wounded from the Corps came into hospital from this fight. While tlsey were attacking us the 4th and 14th corps secured a lodgment • I, on the railroad below Rough and"Ready, and commenced destroying it, moving -tafwards us. On the evening of'the First of September "the*14th Corps joined on our left and immediately attacked the "' enemy on his flank, Davis captured ten pieces of artillery, and 1,000 prisoners. •' ' it is reported*that Stanley with the 4th Corps was in the roar at 5 P. capturing his hospitals but failed to move against hie line, because of 'ihb lateness of the hour. His fail ing to attack, losf us the ^f)lendid fruits of a glorious victory. It is said that Sherman gave Stanely a good round cursing fbr this neglect, lif this report is true, Stanley most certainly deserves l401 September 1864. .v.n-- •the severest censure. On the n-ight of the 1st -the enemy re treated from our front, and the next morning we followed him to " • jbhis point,' where we found his breastworks. The prospects are this morning, that Sherman is going to '-slack up his energies a-little,- and give us a breathing spell. < On the night of the 1st, Hood evacrated Atlanta, blowing up his niagazines of supplies, and destroying 80 cars of amm.unition. / "'.j «"^Slocum occupied the city at IT A. M. yesterday.* . " Your comm and is doing finely under General Hansom, and the r *■ ' ■ staff, at least, is very 'glad it fell into so good hands. '■'i All send you their best regards and hearty wishes for your speedy recovery from your wound. ' Let us hear from you often. - fe '^re all anxio\is -to know how jrou ard getting along. I believe'-rhamberlln is Ipreparing a lengthy account of our marches and operations to send ydu. • Private'Oiaryy tfeii. 3:- ^ . i a * rr Went to cdll on Dr. Howard; met Senator H. S". Lane of Maryland Heard him speak 'in the afternoon. Mr. Judge Baldwip and Mr. Douglass. (Ransom to Dodge, see p. 1454):- , IJ.' -"r le Gen. 'Howard^s P.O.No* 117, Near Lovejoy'p station 4:- ' I ♦ Corps Commanders will Cause their commands to -be partic ularly watchful, tomorrow morning at daylight, prepared for any attack of* the enemV, or to disfcovere If he evacuated his workds ' 1402. September, 1864. ^ - Gen. Howard's S.p.o.No. 14, Near Love joy's Station, 4:- The use of drums with music will be resumed in this command. Col. Clark to Gen, Ransom, near Love joy's Station 4:- + The heavy rain? having rendered the rotite to be taken by the Left Column as indicated Ah S.J.O.Ho, 116^ Extract Vi. Impracticable General Blair will withdraw on the road by which he approached, taking the advance and followed by the Left VJing 16th Corps. Gen. Sherman's S.F.o. No, 64, near Love joy's Station, 4;- The army having accomplished its undertaking in the complete reduction and occupation of Atlanta, will occupy the place and the country near it, until a new campaign is planned in concert with the other grand armies of the United States. ^ VI. The General in Chief will give notice when the movement will begin, and after reaching Atlanta will establish Head Quarters in.Atlanta and afford the Army an opportunity to have a full month'^ rest and >^repare for a fine winter's campaign. Capt. ^hamberlin to Gen. Dodge, Near Lovejoy's Stat.:,on 4:- Do you remember how often you used to spy while we were lying before Atlanta, that irs never take it until we cut loose from it,'and our communications and swung around to the south? We have spoken of it, and feel proud that your policy was the true one, General Sherman seome satisfied now and rests. 1403 V September, 1864. The Army of the Cumberland is ordered to garrison Atlanta, the Army of the Ohio garrisons Decatur, while the Army of the Tennessee holds the front at East Point, All the orders for returning are issued, except the hour for beginning the movement. We all supposed that would be tonight but now it is postponed at least until tmorrow night. The enemy still hold their position in our front. It v/ould be a great triumph to Sherman if they should .. get frightened and run away before we move. General Raiisom has been ordered out to ^lair's right, took position yesterday. He forms a rear guard for the left column v;hen we withdraw. V7e are 't , making no demonstnations pn the enemy, except throwing an occa sional shell. ' x; . ;■ Hood vras completely outgeneraled by this last flank movement. He.dlsyetched to Richmond on iUe 28th that we had crossed the Chat ahoochee. The papers of the 30th even chuckled over the end of the gigantic "fizzle" and the successful defense of Atlanta, The prisonere we have taken pannot bi^ ^ade to believe that we did not croiss the Chattahob cfide ' and then pecrpss it, ' It was not until the 31st, when he butted his brains out against Howard at Jonesboro that the truth flashed on him, and the next night he slipped away from Atlanta, and tried to get his army to- " gather. He succeeded in doing that htere on the 3d (yesterday) some say onthe 2d, At any rate he seems satisfied to rest here, I believe that anything like promptness here on the second 1404 September, 1864. . V 8 r j'sT would have given us a great victory, that is if the rebel army had •«. « not found its junction bynthat time. Blair was unaccountably slow, and Logaii fell far below his usual vim. As it v/as we simjjly crawled'up toward tbeir rosition and stopped, Jcnesbcro was the most perfectly used up town I ever saw. There was not a house in it that had not been pierced with shell or riddled by musket balld. The rebel left rested at night in the town. I could See but little mark of Kilpatrick's grand raid. Citizens told me he did not tear up much track. There will be a great rush for the north now by this army, "Ifteheral %air is sick and, of course, must go. General G. A. Smith is also sick. General Corse says he must either go north, or brinr- his wife here. Inntimerable staff officers also are looking forward to the end of the campaign to get leaves of absence, ' Illinois will doubtless get the lion's share of these favors about "election time. We miss you very much, and hope that your wound will soon permit you to return. We have not heard from you since your telegram from Nashville, but expect to hear as soon es we reach IttJtst Point. , f -oi private Diary aem^.. 4;- f Wrote Nate^ B.R.p. Commenced report of Georgia Campaign, iteei tii t.i( odj.jo ' ei. assov id# no evirf c tif piimji j ■ v.. September, 1864, . ,,, ^^ '-•, • '' •L <4^0 ^ J f vK' Gen. Howard's S.F.O.No, 118, Near Lovejoy's Station 5;- " • • This armv will draw out from its present position at • ...it-'- . 8 o'clock this evening. . . . . ... The 15th and 16th Corps with the exception 6f the divisions to form the rear guard will march to Jonesboro, and occupy their old position in the works and the 17th„ corps will cross Flint river and take up the position occupied by it on the evening of September 1st. The rear guard and skirmish line will be withdrawn at 12 o'clock tonight and will rejoin their respective commands. X - ' Lt. Col, Strong will superintend the withdrawal of the pickets. Corps commanders are requested to instruct one of their staff officers to report to Lt. Col. Strong at these Head Quarters :,at 21/2 o'clock this afternoon. ,, . • 0^1'. j . Capt. Morehousfi to Gen. Dodge, Germaitown, 5:- , Capt. James Hensal, Cq, B. 7th Kansas Cavalry is ft sentenced to five years imprisonment and hard labor at the penetSntiary at Nftahvill®* Tennessee. , ■ il ■ I'believe that th§ soldier was innocent of the charges pre ferred against him. I know that he has prbven himsel f a true sol'Uer since that time. If he was.guilty of the charges, I ■believe he has done, enough valuable service for the Goverriment to receive a full pardon by the President if the circumstances were properly etfcted to him'. You know thd soldier well and I ask you tb use your influence for his pardon. ^ 140$ September 1864, Private Diary Mem, 5;- ,C! \ .1 ■ * f rnwoH . At Greenfield, and commenced report of camfaign. Telegraphed Pegram nt Louisville. Trunlc arrived from St. Louis. I walked down town, Capt. Chamberlin to Gen, Dodge, near Jonesboro, 6:- We are back in precisely the same position we occupied on the 31st and 1st on the Flint river. The order of withdrawal from the position at Love joy's came at noon yesterday,' and provided * that the whole army should move out at 8 P, M., the pickets to be withdrawn at 12. In our army, trains and reserve'artillery were ordered to go back at 2 p. M. General Blair did not obey thishis trains started at 5 P. M, Soon after a terrific rain storm came and the result was our road was blocked up by Blair's train. At dusk another "heavy ralh fell, and the prospect was rendered still more globiny. • ».o"' The order of moving was the I'Sth'CbTr'pB to go on the roa® it came, the 17th corps to move on the road it came, and the 16th to follow in the rear of the 17th corps. General Hazen*a division of the I'th corps Md been designated as a rear guard in conjunction'With (jeneral Puller's. They had taken a good position the previous afternoon fn the rear of our line, covering the roads. Just in the rear 6f Fuller's position was a bad place in the road wherfe it seemed impoesibie to get Blair's teams across. ECLair himself was sick, so waa General G, A Smith, and the Corps was left 1407 September, 1864. . --fi 'f_ without a head. The consequence v/as, that at midnight when Logan f * was all under way and his rear division pulled out, the greater part of Bleir's corps had not yet crossed this ravine, and were left in the rear all uncovered,, for all the skirmishers were with drawn at that hour. By dint of hard swearing and very hard work. General Ransom succeeded in hurrying along Bpair so that at day light the way was clear for the 16th Corps. When Hazen withdrew, he sent General Corse to occupy his place and cover that road, and when so much time had been lost in getting the 17th Corps a^-ong, he determined to move back *in two columns. General Corse taking Logan's road and General Fuller taking the road between that and Blair's on which we had marched out on the 2d. It was broad daylight- 5 o'clock when General Fuller started, and at half past six, he was safely in hiff old position. General Corse- started an hour earliest and came in just in advance of Fuller. Tonight or tomorrow we resume our journey, halting near Rough and Ready, from which plac« we will ^WAoh East Point in a day's march, .SEPTEMBER 8TH: At 7 A. M. yesterday we started. Col. Adams, first sending a reconnoitering payty into Jonesboro -to ascertain if tlfi rebels were there in force. Ho found nobody, and we m.oved off without interruption.' We went.in advance of the 17th corps, and ■'- 'early in the Way encamped .nhar Rough and Ready. This morning we ' ®*iiioved again it 7# ahd.ln^sA cou-ile of hours were going into posi tion, General ifcems tO display bad ro ajni,agemcnt in this 1408 . ' XlJj .J ,<- September, 1864, ftO business. Logan^s right is half a mile in the rear of our left, and laps it. General Blair is sent to the right and now is order ed to the left. I imagine that we will keep moving daily until our lines are adjusted. There is no reason why engineer officers * could not have made this plain. — ^ • r r East Point contains three houses. Our head quar'ers are a t '■ mile from the village in a field. It is very dull garrison duty. The Army of the Cumberland (tell Tichenor) occupies Atlanta and secures what plunder there is there. The Army of the Ohio goes f to Decatur. ' ' I;,' ' , East Point is well fortified. Two immense redoubts, like • . I ^ 4 those we saw on the left of Atlanta 4n the 22d, are near otir Head- :P Quarters. They are monstrous affairs, but have no place for ^ t ' -4. > 'To artillery* They arje flanked by four guns, and are adapted entirely to infantry. W© can see Schofield's works in our front. We have had * no mail, yet.., Hope to hear from you. as soon as * It cdtfies, ^ : C" ' " :'rT H. K. Hoxie €o Geri. Dodge, Des Moines ^ 6:- _ . -rrt I should have written you before this, but I knew George ''' 't'ichenor was keeping you posted. I was ip Council Bluffs when I heard of your weund, flrai we heard you were gond under. I told ' baleb «nd Ifathan that that was a mistake, I knew that there was no rebel bullet east to kill you." They might wound but could not kill. 1409 |r<*v r September, 1864. * t ' I was at Omaha to look after some matter corjiected with the Pacific road. In this connection Tichenor tells me you have some notion of quitting the army and going to railroading. I would not do it yet for the reason that the Union Pacific is not yet (» firmly in D\u?ant*s hands. It will not be till afteranother election of officers and some more figuring. It may slip from him at any time, ' ' ' " 1 "know ail about it. Politics: I have my hands ftillmore work than I want and more than one man ought to do. We shall carry the State; and all the districts I think." Our prespects are I think good to carry the presidential Election, yet we must c'wbrk, and that hard. ' , ■nrdr'?'' .? oef , » Sherman has. got to -Mrlanta, Bully for the Western army, ► T : Ti* pou come to Davenport, T think you can. stand it to come here dr^ a carriage, f ! I want you to-assign George-Tichenor to my political alP staff for the present. . < • , ^ Gen. Sherman's S.F.o.Fo. 66, near Jonesboro, 6:- o# r '"1 General in chief communicates with a feeling of just .pride and satisfaction the following orders of the President I IWi« United States and telegram of Lieut. General U. S. Grant qn hearing of the capture of Atlanta. , . II. All Corps, regiments and batteries composing that Army may without further orders inscribed "ATLANTA" on their colors mi"- • f September, 1864, ' — r-r •'r* Matilda F. Peabody to Gen. Dodge, Lj^nn, Mass., 6:- V * • * "When people address Major Generals, I suppose they must write short letters, and will therefore try to be brief: First, I wish to congratulate you that the rebel bullet which took such liberties with your scalp, di d not go a little lower and interfere with your skull, which is of more consequence to you: 4 ^ but, seriously, let us thank the kind Providence which has saved Xf,4 ' you from a worse hurt, and which I hope you believe, as I do, has determined the course of every missile that has sped from either ^ - side in -all this war. . • - My brother, Charles G. Peabody, has. nearly finished three ^ . jsi"' years service as private soldier in Co. D, 4th Minnesota Regiment now s' ationed at Alatoona, and has now re-erJisted for two years more. I believe he is not in your army corps, and perhaps" ^ you may have no control over him, but knowing that you are in his vicinity, thought I would write and ask your good offices in his ^ . # ' behalf, if you cah cohsistently do anything for him. "*** I hope your wife is with you; It so, please* give my love to ^ her, and ask her if she remembers riding to L^nn beach when Dean drove the horse in the water, and I kept saying, "Oh, dm't, and she kept saying "Yes, do."' Tell her I am stronger now, and no#f so fussy. She will bo thankful all the time, I know, that you escaped death, when it came so near. 1411 ■L ''SSH IP,- September, 1864, Private Diary Mem. 6:- ei«vl'*;<?■ At work orj report. Telegrafjied Joseph to bid for S/SO bonds. ^ ^ B. R, pegram to Gen. Dodge, St. Louis, 7;- Yours 3d instant is just received. I have done nothing about B.P.& Co, matters. I shall pay them and also North ^ Scott as soon as I return from New Orleans which will be ^bout three weeks, I should pay North & Scott before I leave, but cannot get the money till the 20th and they have agreed to take it when I at feturn. I leave Saturday for New Orlenas.therefore it , will be impossible for me to have the pleasure of seeing you. ' I heard Kasson malce a big speeqh the other night for old Abe. He tdkdS well, biit I hardly think Nils man will win this time, ' den. Howard's S.F.O.No. 120, Morrow's mill,.7:- 2d. Brig. General Ransom w^l move out his command at 7 o'clock A.m., taking the road on whieh he marched today, and will be followed at 8 l/2 o'clock by tbe 17th corps, M^jor GSneral Blair commanding. hi - 1 cfdjer, .i' • !• . V . ■ 1 . \ Sd. At East point the 17th corps will occupy the right, the Lif- left, and the 16th corps, tbe centre and reserve of ..'Vi the Army. . f'Ti r .f'l wr. 4th. Brl«. General Kilpatrick will continue to^^ver the Rear and rigbt as heretofore* ' ' ht ' ■ " * I'i rtlw Wfl t«.tn«w mI aqo-i**,-* ork September 1864, Private Diary Mem.- ?:• . tterSr.c f .slutosf CIR\ At Greenfield, ^ent to the Fair .groimds, v JA "• Gen. Dodge bo his brother, Greenfield, Sept. 1:- I cannot "o to the Bluffs by stage, my wound will not admit of it for several weeks,and by that time I must be-getting back to my command, r, ; •' -Gen, Dodge to his brother, Greenfield, Sept* 5:- ' * 'Ainie is anxious to go to the Bluffs; so am I. ButI have a very severe wound. It is healing fast, but to travel so far is . not prudent for me, I shall go to Davenport and rest a week, when . ^ "I expect t o see Grimeq, Kasaon, Hoxie and others. If I can get • across the State safely, I will go to the Bluffs* To travel away ^ down to'St,-Joe and take my chances of catching one of those old boats, I cannot do it, ''"i » V 1 . . If we get the men from this draft ^'■e wi^l clean out the rebelyou can rely up-n it, I never saw the end before; I do now. The Army will settle Jeff Davis in spite of the opposition in the ' north, Atlanta has fallen and we will preps right after Hood as soon as we get a new start and a supply of stores; there will be no letup, - •* ,51-1 •• .r.' t Grant writes us that ho has got Lee, and if they will give him the troops he wants, he will finish him, I have no doubtof it, Shis last move was a grand piece of strategy. ( 1413 September, 1864. t ^ > r» . , ; ,ji • I expect to reach Davenport the last of this week. ,, "O' telegraphed you the day I was wounded. My eyes are bad. The shock closed then entirely, but they are gradually coming to. t,. The skull was planed down by the baU, cutting everything clean to K. • brain and talking off the outer bone.. ■■li raf". Col, Clark t^^ Gen. Ransom, East Point, 8:- The Major General Commanding directs me to inform you that the 17th Army Corps will tomorrow morning move around to the left, and your command will accordingly occupy and protect the right . . flank of this Army. C. C. Carpenter to Gen. Dodge, East Point, Ga., 8:- * 1 have thought while we were on the late expeditif;n that as ■ J ■ * soon as the command got back I would write you. • « ' ' I * It is now night, and we have just fairly gotten into position C**' : jXo -1; : irZ^lvZr' when report says we are to remain for some time to rest, be ^ shall not attempt to tell you much about the i late expedition; ^ou know one person when connected with a certaih command has but few facilities for learning what is going on throughout the entire armj'. % The country over which we traversed was the best we have had marching an army compactly, and keeping it in such * i order that it could quickly be thrown into line and concentrated. One or two days in riding along I could see the column of the 15th ^ A.C. on the left of a range of fields, the 17th A.C. on the right, l4i4 September, 1864. .Ki:: ' 'and the 16th in the centre; and the country was So level and so few streams, that by a few hours work with your Pioneer Corps, a road could be cut out through the fields, and strips of timber sufficient for a day's march of our corps. General Ransom got along very well, and is quite an energetic man; but the Corps thought things did not move as smoothly as if' you had been in i :r' * command. This was the general expression of men and officers, r ' . and I have no doubt there was some truth in it, as he of course, was not used to mnving a separate army. You know the movement commenced the'morning of" the 26th, and on the 29th we laid over at Shadnah Church, near Fairburn, on the - West Point road, and tore up several m.iles of the road. The next day starting at 5 o'clock A.k, we had 14 miles to mkke to Joneaboro on the Macon road. General Kilpatrick was in the advance closely ' I . » , f »* followed by the 16th corps; when about seven miles out, skirmishing — T , ■ became pretty heavy in front of the l6th,* the 'cavalry at one point Si" ' • fell back and the 2d Iowa Infantry was pushed up to the fhont, which in conjunction vd. th Walker's Battery gave the rebels a start towards Jonesboro, and such an impetus that they did not make another halt for several miles. We marched nearly all night; in fact, I was up'all night getJ ■ ^ . ting up my things to the front. That night our corps went into position north of Flint river; the Macon rail oad being only 1 l/| K 1415 September, 1864, 2 miles distant. The Pioneer Corps were pushed forwardj and in conjunction wj.th the troops threw up some breastowrks. The 31st -iftl was spent in cannonading and skirmishing; and the 1st of Septem- -gfl t)©!* resulted in the complete discomfiture of the enemy. On .the -0 morning of the 1st an order was read in the canps from General Sherman, that the rebel army was cut in two and that we "would follow and destroy them." It is.said that what balked a part of General Sherman's-plans was the officer commanding the 4th corps, which was swung across the railroad at Rough and Ready and cans down in. the rear of Jonesbqro,- capturing the rebel hospitals &c, at 5 P, M. putting off the attack until the next morning when Har- " dee had withdrawn. General Jeff C. Davis and the 14th corps is highly spoken of for good conduct on the first. It is also said that General Biair did not perform his part owih^'to getting lost. The casualties in the 16th in all their marches and fights JTk' ,J^ u$ Tdt Jl, has been very light. The boys got plenty of green corn and sweet potatoes, and are in excellent health and good spirits. I shall * try to feed them well now so that they will be prepared for future I emergencies, I hope you will be well enough to have command when our next campaign commcnes, and this wish is shared by every man and officer in the army, 1 hope you got home where you could . Jhave rest and quiet without much pain frfm that wound. General Sherman's head quarters are in Atlanta, ^'he Army of the Tennessee is here. There is only a water tank and single house at this !*'£ 1416 I'' r September 1864, • 'jjI'v. place; It is mostly dense woods around the confluence of these two roads. The Army of the Ohio is at Decatur. - ' , I see this McClellan political movement looks pretty formid able.* I hope he may not be elected, as I think it would be disas- ~ trous to our republic, but I hope God will save our country who- .:ever is elected President. Hoping you will soon be well. ' to •tT-'T. f ' Private Diary Mem. ,8:- / , - r .'j; Started for Chicago. Arrived-at 10 P. M. and stopped at Fremont House, C; . 'ir 0 .'f'W, .'foirie - Gen, Howard's G.F.O.Fo. 16, East Point, Ga,,'9:- -wjiH fterlw ■ It is with pride, gratification and a grateful sense of divinS favor that I congratulate this noble army upon the successf,;, ;J\il. termination of the campaign, , I ' »■ Private Diary Mem. 9:- , _ . ; -vX , : 2 • '.vdt f Chicago all day. Went to Davenport on the night train. ' . . Gen, Sherman's S.p.O.No, 70, East point, Ga., 10:- I, Pursuant to an agreement between General J. B. Hood, X'''9''i5 ■* . * . Commanding the Confederate forces in Georgia, and Major General W.T Sherman, commanding this army, a Truce is hereby declared to exist from daylight of Monday, September 12th until daylight of Thursday September 22d, being ten full days, at the point on the Macon Railroad, known as Rough and Ready, and the country roundabout for C- ■ ( a cricle of two miles radius; together vith the roads leading to (icaao and from, in the direction of Atlanta, and iLovejoy's Station •rfi. 1417 ■0%. wmf 4' . r ■ r , /' '''* September, 1864. . ' , •itif'tftiqo.'- respective.li^; for the purpose of affording the^ people of Atlanta a safe means of removal to joints south, r - II. The Chief Quartermaster at Atlanta, Col. Easton will afford all the people of Atlanta who elect to go South, all the » . facilities he can spare, to remove them comfortably and safetly with their effects to Rough and Ready; using cars d wagons, and ambulances for that purpose; and commanders of regiments and Brigados, may use their regimental and staff teams to carry out thfe object of this order; the whole to cease after Wednesday the 21st inst. ■ >■ III. Major General Thomas will cause a guard to be establish ed on the road out beyond the Camp gfiound, with orders to allow all wagons and vehicles to pass, that are manifestly used for this ^purpose, without undue search; and Major General Howard will send a guard of one hundred men, with a Field officer in command, to take post at Rough and Ready during the Truce, with or^'ers to concert with a guard from the Confederate Army of like size, to maintain r the most perfect order in that vicinity; during the' transfer of these families. A white flag will be displayed during the Truce, and the ff 11 a- ' ' Guard will cause all wagons to leave at 4 p. M. of Wednesday the ' ' ' ■ ' f ' Cist inst., and the Guard to withdraw at dark; the Truce to ter minate the next morning. ; »aO 1419 rtt iCi • I ' . September, 1864. Gen. Howard's Circular, East Point, 10:- I The follov/ing regulations relative to passing through the lines of this command of all citizens and colored persons will be observed during the continuance of the Army at this point. ' 1st. Flags of Truce will be received only at the outpost ♦ c on the East Point road. 2d. Citizens will not be allowed to pass through the lines either in or out except by the East Point roa d. ' 5d, Major General Logan, Commandihg the 15th -^.C., will establish such rules as he may deem best regulating the-passing of the Picket lines at that point. .a w.'). ' 4th. Deserters from the enemy and all colored persona upon approaching the lines at any point will be conducted to the Head Y Quarters of the Corps at whose lines they may present themselves, to be disposed of as the Commanding General of the Corps may ^ ■ * • ' « ■* ^ direct. ; 5th. No person not immediately connected with the Army will I , - be allowed to pass beyond the outer picket lines witrout permission from Corps Commanders or from Superior authority, 6th. Corps commanders will please forward to these Head r Quarters copies of their respective orders given their pickets and outpost*. Private Diary Mem. 10:- In Davenpcrt, Met'lisson. . .... 1 !•: • > rt .'i' 1419 September, 1864, ... I ^ NOTE: General Howard's Field Circular, East Point, j Georgia, Dated, September 11th, 1864; Relative to Leaves of Absence and Tenders of Resignations* Gen. Ransom's F. O.Mo. 50, East Point, Ga, 11;- ; - The General Commanding takes pleasure in publishing to the troops of the command the orders of Major General Sherman and Major General Howard, complimenting tbis army on. the courage, perserverance and endurance with they have so signally displayed in the campaign just closed. Though but a short time in command of this corps, the General Commanding can bear' evidence that you have maintained the enviable reputation which you have gained under your loved commander. Major General Dodge,. To^him ndio hag shared with you all the danger and privations of the campaign belongs the pleasant duty of recording more at length the labors and successes' in. which you have borne so honorable a part. It is due to Brig, Genera^. J. M. Corse, Commanding 2d divis ion, and Brig, General J. W. Puller, commanding 4th division, with their brigade commanders that I should express my hearty apprecia tion of the- Cordial sujjport whi"h they have tiniformly given me during the time I have been in command, ^ Obi. Spencer to Gen, Dodge, Rome, 11:- ; " i ' • I returned here one week ago and should .ha'^ wtttten you but m' September, 1864. * ''' ' •*** ' ' bwlr.g to ""Wheeler's raid have not done so. The report today is that coinmiini oat ion re-established 7/ith Nashville. < We have not had a mail for over a week, and know nothing of what'le going on in the world around us ■■ .T Sherman's move to the south of Atlanta accomplished evervthing expected of it, besdies, thrashing Hood prettj-^ bafflly. I suppose the army is now resting and will immediately commence preparing , for another campaign. " " ■ ' ^ Things move along pretty much as usual here. ^ went out on Wednesday with 300 men and had a rimning busHwhacking fight for three days, los' bnekilled and one wounded, and brought in IB V' "'prisoners. There is no'• opportunity to accomplish ansrthing here, and I do hope seme other man will be sent here,. yQ^, Washington 1 wish y^ti Would proci^'me Cor.mis- ' sidn from' of with rank fr'-n. July - 30th,' 1863, thd oWiwor time f"ira» first appointed..,! I was mustered September 11th, and my time expires for muster today. I would prefer to remain, btvJ. want to lose my old rank, and think a new commission re- ^Sipp olnting me as ColonSl* tO' take-rarfic from tha date of first ap pointment would settle the matter. The aggregate-of the jreglment is 868, amd I am'reoruiting ve'ry rapidly just now, »» • You wwre very foateswito in getting over the road when you did; four days latr#rflwifltea hj^ve kapt y<fu at :9qm of .the^ way stations ibr ^ .Je* T 1421 ♦v."'.) I'r'if -.'. i ' I'K ■ •v ■'.' .^Y i I September, 1864. . ■ • nt .■in-'--*-: I '"Ope you are recovering rapidly, and that you will so n be -ell f • • and soon return to the command, T started a subscription for a sword and equipments for a present to you. In Rome I got one thousand dollars and I send the paper today to General Sprague and ask him to circiilate at the front. I have no doubt but that we will raise four or five thousand 6 • dollars, and that your comman d will present you with the finest sword and equipments yet presented. The s'J: script ion here was only from three regiments, the 39th lov/a and 57th Illinoins being absent chasing Wheeler. I think when they return they will increase the subscription of the 3d brigade and my regiment to at least $1500. If the other brigades do as well we can purchase you something worth keeping. Tell me something about the election. Has not the capture of Atlanta hurt ycClellan? I hope so. And don't you believe old ■ • •ta.iJ Abe will be elected? . . ^ .il orf.t Private Diary Mem. II:- Ui . : : • ■ Went to ride with Annie and Dr. Robbins up and do*h the river. Wrpte Bailey to send my letters to the Bluffs. 1 fMy.f. Gen. Dodge to his brother, Davenport, 12: ' r.'^l ' i^Atf Leave for Des Moines today. Will get through to Council Bluffs next week. M z --V 'nTvlb Gen. Dodge to his brother, Des Moines, 13:- " ' ■ ■ " Tet I shall stay in Council Bluffs all next week. "''T J ..j September, 1864, Gen, Da3 ge to his brother, Des Moines, 13;- ' i I arrived last night. I got along pretty well, but suffered some from the jar to my head. I sha]1 leave Thursday or Friday for Council Bluffs. Shall take it easy, laying over at night. Aj-inie and Ella are with me. Gen, Ransom to Gen Dodge, East Point, 13:- . ' . rit It is said that "Republicans are ungrateful" and I' have heard <* it often conceded that Major Generals particularly when wounded, expect impossibilities of their subordinates. This must be so, dif you would not give me a lecture for not writing you on the Ist inst, when you left us on the 25th ult. Doubtless ere this you have received my letter o'f the 4th giving a detailed account of the movements* of your command up to that time and will, I hope, give me full credit for the immense draft upon my "midnight oil" that such lengthy efforts involve, August last left the corps in position in front of Love joy's Station, the 2d division on the right of the army, joined on fche left by the 17th corps. The 4th division one mile in rear of * right in reserve and cover ng the Fayetteville and Covington road. On the 4th inst- I was ordered to fortify a new position 2 " * 1 miles in rear joining Logan on the right, to be occupied by the 4th division, which was to act as rear guard 'to the right column (or left retiring) on the withdrawl from the enemy's front. These works were completed and the 4th division moved in at Turners 1423 'V. September 1864. 11 f ^ f* rlace at noon on the 5th. The trains were all ordered to the rear (jonesboro) at 2 P, M. ,and the army to withdraw at 8 P. tT. , leavina out the skirmish line until 12 M» at which time the rear guards were to retire from their new position bringing up the rear of the army, ' • Fuller got his trains out of the way, but Corse was behind 2 hours with his and Blair, who moved in advance in same road with the 16th Corp, did not start his trains to the rear tintil 6 or 7 P. M. at which time a severe rain storm commenced, that cut up the I roads and washed out the bridges and rendered movement of trains and artillery almost.impossible, Our trains floundered through the roads all night. Myself and staff and everybody else f worked hard all night pushing then forward. At 12 M. Logan withdrew his rear guard, leaving my.left open, and chances for being cut off from Jonesboro, painfully certain. Most of the trains of the 17th Corps were still within a mile of the rear- dL 1 the • - ' ■ - r - troops of both corps- in a short time the Infantry pickets came in leaving cavajLry only in my front; they were stampeded about 1 A. M, Then I got wrried sane, sent Corse over to take the place of ■ ,r Logan's division, withdrawn, and worked hard at the trains. Got them ail out of the way, also the 17th Corps a 5 A. M. when I withdrew without loss, mighty dudden, making the march to Jones:-oro 4 miles, in one hodr and two minutes. We were in a deviH ish tight olace, but tl» rebs did not dia1424 . ' 'N' r-' V : September, 1864, • '■ ^ ^'-' cover it, as I kept up a bold front with Corse on my left and the * ' bully 9th Illin is along our entire front. General Howard com plimented me on the successful termination of an afflar that looked very squally, ^ We took our old works and camps at Jonesboro, dr rather on ' the Flint river, the enemy's cavalry coming up to our skirmish line about noon. On the 7th, moved at-6 l/2 P. M. being the ad- ^vance of the left column, 'through Renfro Place,'Scross Shoal Creek and went into camp near the forks of Shoal Creek, having marched 8 miles. On the 8th, moved at 6.30 P, U, again ih advance, (Blair still in the rear) to a point about one mile south west of East Poiit , occupying old rebdl works. The Army of the Tennessee had a great time getting located. "It took us from the morning of the 8th until the 11th,'during which time the 10th Corps moved three times, the 15th twice and the 17th twice, ^ < . ■ • Wo are now on the extreme right, jo8ned on left by the 15th. r . . which crosses the Railroad at East Point and is Joined on its left by the 17th corps and which connects with the l4th corps. I will try and get up a map showing our different positions, as' illustrative of the large amouht of brains displayed by aomebody. Since our arrival'here, we have been fixing up, getting Q. M, stores and making works," 4:c, Sherman and Howard published congratulatory orders Which I will send you; also my disclaimer. 1425 September, 1864, All are very busy getting up reports, and.Clark desires me to urge you to get yours up at the earliest possible period. - -O'- The reports of brigade, division and corps will be in to Department Head Quarters by tomorrow, . . - , . ■ I will have copies of F-uller's, Corse's and my reports sent you as soon as they are done. Mine, of course, will only embrace from the 19th August to present time. Howard; has recommended me Tor Major General, and I presume the document will be favorably endorsed by Sherman, though I have no information on this point, Howard fcold me last night -hat Grant had ordered Sherman to pxishthe enemy and keep him in our front by all means, and that in order to carry out these orders a new campaign would be commenced by the Ist of Oct berj this, of course, is not knwwr in the Army and will be a great disappointment to all, .as a respite and gereral recruiting is anticipated, and officen-&.expect that a reasjmable propofction of them will be allow ed to go home, • a.>o ■* iojj •»i ;. . ■ Howard is'al s o ^Talking of breaking up one Corps and dividing it out to the other two. He suggested the following to me last night: "That the 4th jdivision, 16th corps be sent to the 17th corps and the 2d division to the-15th, and you placed in command of the * 17th corps. Biair to be sent to the Mississippi river and organt> ize the 16th corps-out of the troops there belonging to the Department." He also said that he would, have to consult with Blair 14^6 >0 feAWlf September, 1864, about this change, as he- "would not have a difficulty with the Blair family for the world" You see, therefore, that in all proba bility Biair's and Logan's interestswill be looked out for prob ably at your expense. •' Though the General expressed his determination to retain a .. fW>» corps in the field for you, yet the Lord only knows what he will do with Logan and Blair buckihg at him. Betv;een you and I, General, ' he has shown great weakness in this last movement, a d he will not do, he will soon become a tool to be lead and controlled by strong er men. I say this to you that you may be fully advised as to the situation and for youself decide what will be the result. ^ " * Howard says he wants to increase the command 5 or 8000 and get a cavalry regiment for each cornSV He propose to go to Memphis and g^t" such forces as he may want to fill up, and send thsm here ^ be'fore he leaves there. This is not decided however. i -w-r/c array of the Tennessee now numbers 22000 aggregate with 18000 muskets. Canby has got his own commanders along the river and they are Instructed to pay no attention to Sherman's or Howard's orders, "^^Vorgan L. Smith and others 8#nt d6wn-the river have no show and are drying nothing. It looks as though the Department of the Tennessee had ceased to exist, and Sherman's control on the'Miss- - - ' 1 • - - r issippi been suspended. • Major Gaborn, Chief oT Artillery, told Ae he wanted t® send f for Col. Lothrop, Chief ol* Artillery of Ihe Cor« to be at these Head Quarters in that capacity. 1427 ■ ■, September, 1864, tnotfjairef'r He has also directed that-the artillery be changed, so as to have 2/3 light I2's, and 1/3 3 inch Rodmans, when a division has but two batteries, one to be rifled, th other light 12's; this makes a change in the 4th division that is not satisfactory to the batteries, ' ' The brigade at Rome is scattered, two regiments of it have gone to Pulaski, I am trying to get them here, but 'think I shall not succeed. The 27th0hio will probably be returned to us soon. Capt, Kossak; Engineer, was ordered to report to Blair, and has I - actually moved over there, i made a row about it last night, and Raeae has promised to return him and give us a good engineer for t each division, Tiedeman l)tou know, is a perfect stick, and his aids in the Division are but little better. Van Esmo has been ordered by Sherman to report to his regiment. Col, Grover and Major Martin of the 17th New York were both mortally wounded in the fight on the 1st September at Jonesboro, The regiment lost about 90 men killed and wounded. Major Hamill, 2d Iowa, was badly wounded in the advance on Flint River on the 30th ult,, his regiment and the 7th "^owa lost 20 men that day, Lt, Col. Titus, 81st Ohio was wounded in the leg at Jonesboro; ,he has been discharged. The Doctors ate all leaving us. Gay is going to be ordered to Columbus and some five or six others are • # . getting out of the service on certificate of disability. Chamberlin is going to resign, Redfield and Parks have ten dered their resignations, and any quantity of line officers are 1428 September, 1864. ^ , vor* rfr"^ tendering their resignations. I think that Sherman's flatterirg assurance in his first congratulatory.ordQr- that after a month's rest-T we should enter xipon a "fine winter campaign" in view of « • the last four month's experience, the officer® cannot see it in the same light with the enthusiastic commanding general, and are therefore making an effort to get out. Barnes has af5)lied for a leave, but I think if we are to move so n we cannot let him go. „ . The members of your staff are all well,,and often speak of you, and we all look anxiously* for your return. Buring the movet t - ment on Jonesboro and to Love joy's and return, I was greatly in debted and always to the on gentleman hand, and though composing I worked, your staff; them very they hard were they energetic offered | • « no complaint, but cheerfully complied with all orders. Tiedeman used to get lost several times a day, but we got along and did » • » • not miss him, 1 learn of your gradual improvement with much stitisfaetion and only regret that it is not more rapid. The nominee of the Chicago Convention and their f>l^tform gives 'ua courage in the Army to believe that Mr. Lincoln will be reeletted, We are now looking anxiously for the returns from the draft, Which we expect will be promptly and rigidly"enfrced. If the administration does not enforde the draft with determina tion, they will lose great strength in my opinion, Mr. Lincoln I must show "back-bone" now. •«,' n I 1429 September, 3.864. f I'lr . ; ft is a question in my mind whether I am doing you justice To or great injustice xa writing you these long letters, -Probably by the time you have waded through this, you will be able to sfl ■ express yourself in the language of the prick "No more at- j present." , • ; ^ . Sherman and Hood have agreed upon a truce the better to enable them to get the people out of atlanta. The Truce extends to 2 ^ ^miles around Rough and Ready and on the roads leading from Atlanta to that part, and therice to Love joy's Station. Sherman is making a clean sweep of the inhabitants of Atlanta. You will appreciate the importance of your early return to us from what:I.!ihrve said about the proposed rrorganization. I shall watch your interest and that of^ the Corps C' nstantly and do -."1 my best to keep all right, but ydu well know how much better you t ':>©ould do this• yourself, ^ ^ ^lO '■■ ■ a-r o .-1,-'i: Gen, uenHoward novvcii-u ^o uGen. Ransom, na-iiouui, East ^ point, 13:- sAf f'lmm 91 * ' Tha free. Military Academy for the instructions of applicants for the Command of colored Troops insituted at Philadelphia, Penn., will be closed September 15th, 1864. • ' ■ NOTES General .Ransom's repDrt of the operations of the 16th Army Corps from the 19th of August, the date he ass\imed ' oonataxtd , Dated East |»oint, Georgia, September 14th, 1864 (10DR466) ' * ollw X ■ , V'./ September, 1864. • t ' " , I • . General Sprague to General Dodge, East Point, 14:- :[ '.v'Tt'iYoTi are doubtless fully posted as to the result of General Sherman's movement on to Hood's commimications; it was a brilliant thing, but in the whole movement your command was not engaged; it was, of course, ready as it always has been. j ijijjQ rest which the troops are nov; enjoying is doing every ^ body good, but it is hinted that it will not continue as ong as ' at first supposed. Indeed, General Howard told me this P. M., thai the Army would probably rove by the 1st of,October, that General Grant hnd telegraphed'that it would not do to let this ' army remain inactive, and that a messenger was on the way to un- ^ r fold the general plan. General Howard, also said it was the ^ design to consolidate the 16th and 17th corps. If this is done, I tnist you wllT bfe assigned* to the command of the consolida ted corps, I hope you will not fail to look after your interest in the matter. ' General Biair is goigg home on "sick-leave" and it is said he does not expect to return. ■ ' ^ •' ahencan's order removing all" citize;\s ffora. Atlanta Is creat ing a great commotion among the natives. The ex'dus is going on rapidly. ' "vv>:: . - '' 1 have •leave of abseric(| dn ffccount of sickness in my family. My wife Has been ill for nearly three months. I am ^ 1431 September, 1864, - . t- , ¥■ . ■ grateful for the favors you have shown me, and I trust you will • t never hftve caizse to. regret them. I hoie you will soon be with Gen. Howard's S.o.No. 208, East Point, Ga., 16:- r A General Court Martial is hereby appointed to meet at Atlanta, Georgia, on the 1st day of October, 1864 at 9 o'clock A. MI, or as soon thereafter as practicable, for the trial of ^ Brigadier General T. W. Sweeney, United States Volunteers, T, S. Peabody to Gen. Bodge, Hilton Head, 16:- ; I ,m*f Do you remember a long time ago when vie started "up country" to go to school at Newbury, Vermont? I went to Dartmouth af erwards and you to Norwich, Vermont, where the military training you received, added to your native ability, and Yankee go-ahead- ' ' t ativeness have gained for you a national reputation. It gives me pleasure to hear from time to time through the papers of the brav ery of another Mass, man and an old schoolmate, ■r I studied law with my brother-in-law. Dean Peabody, Esq,, in Lyon, Mass,, practiced there until last winter, when I came here to purchase a plantation and try my hand at cotton raising, but the land selling so high, I concluded "it a more promising field t.^ go ln,to trade, and so did. Business is not very brisk now, owing to the large number of troops sent to General Grant from this depart- • - * .X ment. We expect more this winter, ' f " T ■ '* I married Mary C. Hews, of Lynnfiled, Centre,' Mass, November 1432 September, 1864, 8th, 1862, and one fe mall soldier aged 10 months is now growing finely and proving hiijself a wonderful child, of course, as usual, I saw your mother last year when visiting the East, and think she looks very much as she did when we were school iDoys, But the object of my writing is to ask you if you cannot assist my iarother Charles G. peabody," private In Co, D. 4th Minnesota Regiment io some situation where better pa^ or a . '."ft ^ ■ ■" " ' .■7" . '■ chance to show his real worth may be his lot'. He has served his three years faithfully,'and now re-enlisted for the war. He is an exceedingly modest fellow and lacks the brass requisite in the army ( or anywhere else) to secure*the favor or influence of those who can help him, I, having a plenty of that metal in my compodition, do not hesitate to ask your influence, knowing from your old generosity and good-fellowship you will be quite wiling to t ' " -r r ' ' . r,.. favor me, when not inconsistent with your duties as an officer, .ft -ft I am not sure be belongs to your corq^s, but if not, it ■ . ' •• ■if - - • - • :,i - .-j., r .^may be in your power to give him a lift. My sister Matilda, your old school maam, lives in Lynn! She married Dean Peabody you may remember. He practices law in Lynn O' " - f • I and does an excellent business. My sister Melicent who married Dean's brother Joseph lives in Lowell, Mass,, where he continues this old business of teaching. She has three boys and one girl. Perhaps it may interest you to hear something of military * • . / , , . 1 mfttters hare. The Department of'the South remains under command 1«33 September, 1864» .y^e- ♦ General Foster, the defender of Washington, N. G. , and he is conceded by all I think, to be a good soldier as well as a fine iisv.;/ gentleman. The mmber of froops under his command does not warrant any very extensive "offensive movements, and this place is so easily defended by-gun*-boats a handful of men can hold the Sea ' Islands, for if the rebs could get on them, the question of getting ' off Would be quite another, as ^the navy can slip in behind them by the numerous creeks and shell every square* mile on all these islands. • * f • • • ' * ■ As it is' publicly announced by officers both of the army and • A ' navy, I suppae it is not contraband to say that an attack may be ''' I . 'J , 'i . ■ . . ' _ . ■ expected at Charleston about the 25th of this month, end they say they are determined to capture it at all hazards, ,f - " • • T '• i. * * ' * v. t '' Your glorious victories under General Sherman are the-priase on every tongue, and now if General Grant can keep Lee where he is von't the rebs be fast approaching that famous "last ditch." My brother has been stationed for some timd at Alatoon, Ga. Capt. Chamberlin to Gen. Ddgge, East Point, Ga., 16:- * 1 am a citizeni My resignation tendered d i the 13th inst., is just accepted, and I start home in a day or two. To you, with whom I have had the honor and pleasure of serving as a Staff Offi cer for'^a short period, I feel that an explanation le due. ► It is not' on account o'f the least abatement or my desire to crussh ' K . . r rebeilion, or to aid in the re-establishment of our Government1434 September 1864. ^ , not because some whim of mind has not been gratified, not because I was not promoted rapidly enough, not that I was tired of the service, or, (though I say it myself) because I was afraid to incur -wi't'S dangers,, that I have resigned, I did it from a firm «ronvicticn that duty to my family require it. I leave the service with the deepest regret. It has always been .a pleasant service to me, and never more so than during the last two months. I assure you it cost me an effort to give up my as so 4i at ion with you, and with the many frierids in the army, who had endured with me the perils and now enjoy the trijm.ph of this arduous campAign. In leaving the active service of my coxintry, I find some con solation ^in the thought that I may find important work to do at home, and I assure you that what my hands find to do, I shall do with my might. . 'On . There is nothing of interest occurring Here now. Leaves of • • ' ikj • I absence are being liberally granted, aid quite a number of resignations are being accepted. If ever it shall lie in my power to do you a service, you have but to command me and it.shall be gladly rendered. < \ "t NOT^: Accotmt Of Reception of General Dodge on his return to Iowa, 6DR78 and also 6 DR51, 2DR66 & 75 1 DR 8 and 10. « I no , Gen, Sher«an*s S.F.O.No, 74, Atlanta, Oa., 17:- A»rre . ,, , I. In order that the officers and soldiers may procure the 1435 September, 1864, .'"wr ^ needful supplies not embraced in the Ration table, or furnished as anti-scorbuties, each Army Commander may establish a store near his main camp, viz: General Thomas in Atlanta, General Howard at East Point and General Schofield a+ Decatur, subject to such tariff of prices and regulated in such manner as each Commander may prescribe, to ensure fair prices and good order. - y ■■ Q^n. Ransom to Geij. Dodge, .East Point, Ga., 18:- General Sherman said to Corse yesterday that it had been de termined to transfer the 4th division to the 17th corps and the 2nd division to the iSth corps. He was asked What would become of you, and he said he tfid'not know. You see that fehings are working, here very much to your disadvantage. I regret exceedingly that the Corps is to be broken up and still more that advantage is takeh of vour absence to injure your prospects for a corps,tb^it I see ho way to help*it, as Biair and ' •f. Logan will not go and it seems to be settled that some one has to suffer. A bearer of dispatches from Grant is expected here today, when it is thought we s'lall have orders to move. The Lord knows we are in a poor condition to do so, Sherman has hamed Milledgevil]e as our objective point. • ' i"* Barnes has got a leSVe of absence and will leave here to morrow. He will advise you of ever^'thing. Sherman says he will not make any recommendations until there 1436 t. ■ September, 1864. are some vacancies, and that there is time enough for me ' that I am young and can wit- rather encouraging don-'t you think-so? Let me hear from you, and advtie me of your intentions. you go tot New York, please call at No, 20 Seventh Ave. and see Mother and I would like for you to get Eugene a situation on the Pacific Railroad if possible, o - Gen*-Howard's P.O.-.No, 210, East Point, Ga., 18:- Mr. George F. Marble is announced as the Agent for the establishment of a Store near East Point, for the purpose of supplying the officers and soldiers of this arm: with articles not embraced in the Ration table or furnished as Anti-scorbuties, Gen. Howard's Circular, East Point, Ga,, 18:- A corps of pay masters has been sent.to pay this entire Army-up to August 31st, 1864. . .. .. ^ ' - ^ Gen. Dodge to Gen. Sherman, Council Bluffs, Sept 19:- htm ■:* 1 arrived here last week and was in hopes I could return by this time, but my wound is giving me a good deal of trouble. The bone was injured and will work out, which keeps the wound open, though it now looks as t|iough it woiUd soon heal. Since I heard you were resting, I have been more contented and will get back before you move, sick or well. ^ The fall Of Atlanta- cane, in a very opportiine momerit and has put a different pha^e upon «a.ttpra in the north, and it will aid 14 3t cr:w er' u'k-I Septer.ber, 1864, ^ ^ • • j. greatly, in enforcing the draft, as well as obtaining recruits. There will be no serious opposition to it. People begin to appre ciate the great ovent our armv has accomplished, and I hope will show it by filling up our ranks, v J ^ your two brothers in Des lloines; both are well, ' Gen, Dodge to Gen. Sherman, St. Louis Jan, 19, 1865:- I trust you will not t&ke it amiss if one of your old sol- ^.^diers gongratulate you upon the success of the late campaign. . I regret very much my inability to accompany you, and leave our army with many, many longings to be with it, I am here in accordance with orders, I suppose, cf General Grant, as the assignment was made unbeknown to and unsought by mej but like all soldiers, I take it with intention of doing the best I can, Jffe all look forward to your next move, and all those who know ' 'o. army feel assured how it ^ill terminate. My long service unSO. ploasant to me, I supposte is ended* I have a pet .1 . - ^ C "V. Aovn there that must fall to;some one—the let Alabama ^avalry-- - i LThey are« godd and true soldiers, and I hope you will give them a chance. If I can at any time be of jany service to you here^,^^^ you can command me. ' f r.' ' , NOTE: Leave of absence for 24 days is granted Surgeon Norman Gay, United States Volunteers, Medical Director Left Wing 16th Army Corps, —ai 1438 September, 1864, rii'i > , 0 7-:': NOTE': Surgeon H. J. Churchman, United States Volunteers assigned to duty as Medical Director of Left Wing, 16th A.C. ' Gen, Howard's S.o,No. 211, East Point, 19:- IV. In order to secure -the requisite number of drafted men for this army. Corps Coijmanders will direct requisitions to be made out at on'ce, • < James N. Porter to Gen, Dodge, East Point, 20:- I respectfully request your consideration of a petition from the band to me. It was gotten up without my knowledge and took me by surprise, but as I hear that you are- not likely to assume command again, I am with the rest, anxious to get out of the service^ Gen. Howard to Gen, Ransom, East Point, 20:- The following dispatch has just been received from ""ajor General Sherman: * - " I "Atlanta, September 20th, 1864, General Howard:' General ^homas will send two of Garrard's brigade^ to Kilpatrick, and order him to feel well down toward Eayettevill® and Love joy's. Support him if necessary, ohly as far as consistent with the trucce, and to dis cover what Hood is about, . I will have spies tonight at Macon to watch which way he goea., I think he will move back to Macon and send some men to RichHibniiJ: @lkZ .. * 1 >*»" September, 1864, • ■ ' •, * ■ Gen. Howard's S.O.No. 212, East Point, 20:- ] '' . ; T IX, Lieut. Col. D. T. Tiedemann, Chief Engineer, Left Wing 16th will proceed to Louisville, Leave of absence for thirty days is granted him. I • <- ? Gen. Ransom to Gen. Dodge, East Point, 21:- Very much to my astonishment, I received a letter from you today postmarked Des Moines, Iov;a. If it had been Denver City, » t I shoiild not have been more surprised and I think if the "hol^ in your head" doesn't get well too soon, I may reasonably expect your next communication to hail from the Rocky Mountains, '' T - « • Well I am delighted that yeu are able to travel, but, I must I • • • Bay you are very imprudent to be running around so soon in a country where railroad commtmication is so limited. As I predicted in a former letter, the breaking up of this Corps is decided upon, and Corse goes to the 15th and thd 4th Division to the 141h Corps. It is all fixed and I expect the order tomorrow, I believe it is General Howard's intention to offer you the 16th corps to be made up from troops on the Mississipp JRlwer, though I am not fully advised on this point. W V, , , ^ W , I have heard but one opinion in the corps aflDOut this matter and that is one of great disgust and dissatisfaction. All regret • • • » • the consolidation and particularly when they know that we are to lose you. However, I don't see any way to prevent it and can only add my own. regrets to those of all the command. 1440 September, 1864. » I shall try and keep' the Left Wing Head Quarters running until you arrive, so that you" can make such disppsitions as you see fit, and I hope that you will return at the earliest possible moment. Barnes, Parks, Chamberlin, Dr. Gay and Refeild have gone home; Gay and Barnes on leave and the others have resigned. Fullerton will resign in a few days and Burnham will wait until you return. Blair has gne home, and Logan will leave in a few days. General Howard sent for Corps Commanders yesterday and got up a : f ' - Joint recommendation of Blair and Logan and himself; of Hanson., M. L. Smith, Leggett, Giles A, Smith, ^oods, Hazen and Corse to be made Major Generals. For Brigadeir Generals in which joined. Colonels Potts, Swayne, Winiamson, Jones, Mallory, V,'illfler and Woodk and Lt. Col. Phillips, I suppose they will all be promoted ■- i " j'i'"' . • in a horn. Hood has left the Macon road and swung abound with his whole force on the west Point'road with head quarters tyesterday) at Palmeth Station, 18 miles from here. He has with him a large pon toon train of 100 wagons; query- what the devil is he going to do? The exchanged prisoners- 2000, or coming in. We get a few. They are all men that have been taken in this campaign. Let me hear from you. Regards to Mrs. D. and Mr, and Mrs, Baiiey, By the way, Sergt, Maj. Felix Van Esme, 17th HCw York Vplunteer Infantry, has been ordered back to hib regiment* by Shertoan on application. Can't you get him commissioned in tl^ 106th Colored September, 1864. U, S. thei^e is a vacancy in 2d Lietu's position in the company on duty with the 4th division Pioneers, and he might have that place as the Company is well filled up.. Please attend to this as I want Van Esme for engineer,':" . ; - < , If you can do anything in getting my brother Eugene a position on the Pacific Railroad as we proposed, I should be very glad, He is at No, 20, Seventh Ave., New York now, doing nothing. .'Gen. Kilpatrick to Gen, Ransom, Camp Crooks. Ga. 21;- - 4.40 A. Mi • • »•!; I understand that the right of your infantry is refused. By throwing a portion around or forward it would relieve a portion of my front. In speaking with General Wood a' few days since he proposed to do this. My line is at least over eighteen miles long, Uivi ttqf)- ' " J > • r- ' , Thos. C, Durant to Gen, Dodge, Covmcil Bluffs, 21:- t - I would like to see you in New York as soon as you can come. It is important I should. Gen, Howard's S.O.No, 214, East pftint, Ga., 22:-. II, The 2nd division 16th Army Corps, Brigadier^ , General Corse commanding, is transferred to .the 15th Army /^orps, and will report accordingly, ' ' rf . III. Brigadier Genei^al Ransbtn will "resiime.comBaand of the 4th division, I'th Army Corpsi which.Is hereby transferred to the 17th corps, the command'of which Brigadier General. Ransom will assume, by seniority of rank, in the temporary absence of Major General Blair, 1442 '.•v * ■ '■ r ) '- ■ ■ ■ -•* T"Tr September, 1864. « • -. Gen, Ransom to Gen, Dodge, East Poin ,Ga,, 22:,- . Nothing new along lino today. Hood is reported to have crossed the Chaattahoochee below Campbelltorn, yesterday in large force. This looks like moving on our communications. Our cavalry are all over on our right beyond, and this side of Sandtown, and I presume acr'"s s the Chattahoochee, * We are receiving exchanged^prisoners every day, 600 came in "today. The 16th corps has thus far received only 25, No orders to break up the "left Wing" yet, though we are daily expecting them. By the way, what disposition, did you make of my big black trunk that I sent north with your baggage? You remember it was to be 18ft at Department Head Qmrters at Chattanooga and they have moved down here and report that my trunk was not left witli them. I have some valuable clothing and boots in the trunk, I hope you did not lose it, . , , The- ComB^wy belonging to the 106th Colored Infantry that are with the 4th division Pioneers are full. They have two Lieuten- '^ants appainted l^y you, but not mustered. The men are all mus tered, Can you not feave the 1st Lt. appointed Captain and the present 2d Lt, made 1st, leaving a vacancy of 2d Lieutenancy for Van Esme the Sergt. Maj, 17th New York? . ^ Capt, Cadle tells me that the regiment I speak of is the 3th Alabama, and they eppect the number to be changed to the 106th . 1443 September, 1864, United States oolored. Do let us hear from you. The last from Des Moines bears date the 13th instant. NOTT: Capt, W.W^peileus to Gen, Dodge, Muscatine, Iowa, • .. . September, 22d (see 7DR215 and DD250):- . t • Gen, Fuller to Gen. Dodge, East Point, 23:- " \ t ■ * I was gratified on yesterday by a perusal of your letter from Des Moines to General Ransom-b ut we all wondered where the d 1 we should next hear of your, and felt inclined 'o believe that if c you should get another severe wound, we shall hear of 3^ou on the Rocky Mountains, I sincerely hope General that you will take care of yourself and not meet with any drawbacks, •. t . This morning we have the order breaking up our "_^eft Wing" and putting this division into the 17th Corps. Many of us feel a regret at thd sunder ng of old ties and especially at this arrang4- ment will be likely to separate us from yo-., under whom we have served so long, and with whom v.e gained so fair a name, T t • Will you be assigned to the 16th corps on the river, or will s you have an appropriate command here? In either case, I beg to be r , t remembered. We like General Ransom very much-^and he enjoys alos the confidence of all. I think -e like him better than almost any body who might be put here,' because we know him "to be a firm friend of yours. I have some hopes of getting a leave next month. If you ard 1444 September, 1864, in Indian at that time I would cheerfully spend' a day for the sake of seeing you, as*I might go home via Indianapolis as well as ■| T • r • • . , » - . ■ via Cincinnati. Please present my kind regards to Mrs. Dodge, " Col. Clark to General Godge, East Point, 23:- I have "our letter of the 13th and was much pleased to hear X-- ' of your continued improvement in health. Under orders from G^en. Sherman, the command has been consoldidated. It is no use. Get me assigned to the A.g.O. in Washington if you can. In the new organization the General intends to give you two divisions at least, I T«ill secure the best "command possible for you, Logan and Biair are on leave; Ransom commands the 17th corps, t - r - V OKtorhaus the 15th, The "glory has departed from Israel" I wish I could Write in a more cheerful vein; but I am not contented and never can be * under the present regime. However, I cannot consent to leave r c ■ , ■ • c (' ' r 4tWa ,j/lrmy. God kpows^how I have labored for its welfare, how I have worked for its friends, and see what reward I have reaped, r m ^ Promotions are constantly coming of men who have yet to ■ . leamVbhB A B C of milltarir duties. Old Sherman ig nores the • " J' entire staff- judging by his view, I presiime. J .s . I Don'5 get disgusted now with the new management. My opinion is that some important changes will take pliace, and that is why I * am here. God bless you my dear General and speedily give you health. 1445 September, 1864« » » Howard offered to make Ransom Chief of ^taff, end Ranson could not see it. * . ^ A • E. H. Talbott to Gen. Dodge, Washington 24:- I see from the newspapers that you are at home for the purpose of recruiting your health, and I therefore take this opportunity of requesting a copy of your photograph for my wife*s album. She greatly desires picttires of all our Iowa Generals, I need not assure you that your sucoesses as an officer, and your .consequent promotions are matters of pride with your lov/a friends here. They have watched your course with the utmost con fidence and.are proud.that their State can claim you are hers. My wife's uncle. Major General Stephen Hurlbut, has fre quently apoften of you to us in the most flattering terms, ' I shall in a few days resign my position here, and establish myself in Chicago in the'War Claim business, an exception to the rule that Department Clerks never resign. My position has for over two years been that of Examiner of Pension :, add my salary is $1800 but 1 hope and expect to do yet better in Chicago. Alice Rutherfprd to Gen, Dodge, Muscatine, Iowa, 06:- Your repuatation for kindness induces me to address this re quest to you, hoping you may and will comply with it, I will state it, begging that you will pardon my intrusion. I have a brother in your division, Mr, Augustine Ruthefford, Co, A,, 7th Iowa Volunteers, and the last news I heard from him he 1446 '.-rwi. »»V f ' ■ 'i . . September, 1864. - was sick in hospital. This letter I receivdd aboufe four weeks ago, it was sometime before the fall of Atlanta. ' I have written re- |V'<|jrvv' 6, peatedly but received no answe'r. Now if you can "inform me v/here he is you will have conferred the greatest favor on his anxious V } ' ■ mother and sister possible to bestow. I think perhaps he has been I • ' remdved, so my letters do not reach him, for I knov; nothing but sickness wduld prevent his writing. " a_ j .. . .. ^ tl •' I heard communication was cut off, but it cannot l5"e true,for iettero are received here from the 11th Iowa Volunteers, Sir, I also beg you will s^e that the request' enclosed on a separate • piece of-pap^r -iSf delivered to the Com. of Co, A., 7th-Regiment - "from my 'biJotttter who is at "home being woi^dod severely. He says ^ you.Yi-siltad., him in-hospital after he wap wounded. I'UCi : Sir, ^please pardon me fpr the_trouble I airi making^you, for I t know not to whom else.I could apply. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, J^ingston, 25:- — - .. T . . I have Just returned from Atlanta and'East Point and am waiting to go to Rome, - •'' *0 ^ - Jon , , , ' . . . . General Ransom tells me that he has written you nearly every day 4inco you left, and that hfc has thoroughly posted you on the :1 . w ; ' ■ ■ ,j , h; • occurrences. T I ■ V ;-. I The day b fore I reached Atlanta the order' breafrin^ up the Left ^ing was issued. I found evervbody connected Vith the Command angry and incensed, I talked to both General Sherman and 1447 September, 1864. Hoviard about it; they both professed the highest regard and great .friendship and said you .should have a ooEunand as good, if not better than the one you left r t I told General Howard I thought you would resign. He re- 'Quested me to say he hoped not and expressed himself v.ery strongly that he did not want to lose you. I told him about your Pacific Railroad -order, and only gave as an opinion that you woiild quit being warmly attached to, the 16th Corps and the command being the same way. After talking for a long time with both Sherman and Howard, I am of the opinion that if you v/ill return soon that they will give you one_ of the three Corps, Mnd I know both personally prefer you to either Logan or Blair, but they are afraid of the political influence of both and have not the nerve to do as they wish. Howard owned that this was the case. He said he had Issued once the order for Blair to go to Memphis and that Blair refused. ♦ - V. Ho also said John A. Logan was a very troublesome man aridmade ' ■ » him feel uneasv, and that he believed he would endeavor to get t ♦ . him superceded at Washington. I told him I thought that ould » ; l' tr , V be the caset Prom all I could learn from Ransom and others, I am of the * opinion that Corse has acted as your friend, and if this is not so '' ■ '' he is the worst liar I ever saw. Ransom thinks as I do concern ing Corse, and he has much the best opportunity of Judging. *!•; ' ■ •) f . 1448 j , fvii mr September, 1864. Logan has left nothing undone that would injure you. This I know from a dozen different sources, even down to orderlies. He has our old orderlies, and t-hey see and hear many things and told «e what they knew. I will write you further on my return to Rome. I would advise you to return soon, or go to VJashington and get General Grant to have 3'ou assigned by the President to one of the Corps. ' Howard has no nerve and is a granny, and Sherman--! am at a loss to know what to think of him. I was never ti^eated as cor dially and friendly in my life. He inquired particularly about you and hoped you would return and you would not then object to ^ what was done, &c. &c., 'and then asked me to send scouts from Rome and report to him what news, and things like that, which would cause Vandever to place me under arrest if I did it^'-. I was puzzled by him, and hardly know what to think. I don't think there will be any active service for a month yet. General don't resign, but come here arid get your rights. Gen. Howard's S.O.No. 210, East Point, 27:- IX. Major General J. T. Dana is temporarily assigned to the command of the 16th Army Corps, includingnthe combined dis tricts of Memphis and Vicksburg. The following is the organize tion of the Corps: 1st Division, Brig. General John McArthur, commanding, vic3 . Major General Mower, ordered to,re port to Major General Sherman. 1449 , / t September, 1864» . V-T , ■ ■ • 2d Division, Brig. General C. R. V.'oods, Conimanding, will ccnsti tuts the right wing under the coraniand of Major General A. j. Smith, • " Sd. Division, Brig. General Dennis, commanding. ' 4th division, Byig. General J. P* Hawkins Commanding will con stitute the Left Wing, Major General G. M. Dodge commanding, includ ing also in his command the district of Vicksburg. Major General Dana will assign alj the troops not embraced in the 15th and 17th corps, except the cavalry, to one of the several Divisions of the Corps, will organize the Posts and Garrisons, assign Competent officers'to the command Of the same, and make such dispositions as will best promote the efficiancy of the Corps. Brig. General Morgan L. Smith will command the Post of ' .yiflRaburg, • - tff * ^ . <'T ' ' ■J r 1.. J. Major General Morgan L; Smith will command the Diptnict of fUtjhUljgt. TennOSSee^. u * .'tTla" 'o. " The intent of this order is to insure the cora-lete organiza tion of all the troops in this department on the Mississippi River, secure cornp®tent garrisons and have at all times at the disposal of the Major General Commanding the corps,, the largest practicable moveable force with which to protect the navigation of the river, or operate against the enemy toward the East. c J The cavalry force designed to operate upon the river will be sublect to the orders of the Corps commander, but will make all re- • . ' *'T (!* . turns as required by the Chief of 1450 I'U C September, 1864. * f# ^ 'j ' Gen. Ransom to Gen. Dodge, East Po^nt, Ga., 27:- r assumed command of this corps in pursuance of orders from Department Head Quarters on the 23d iust. The old 4th division, - 16th A.c. is now 1st division, 17th A.C. , as you will see by the enclosed order, . ." . . , 1" ' Today General Howard is preparing an order for the reorganizaiil ' tion of the 16th corps. C ar-Kon -o . 'X**' It appears General Dana is assigned or promised a Corps, land the following is the programme: « " • - ■ Major General Dana to command 16th Corps (which is to include ail the troops of this Department on the Mississippi Rivert.) Major General Dodge, to commen the L. W., 16th.Cor« and District of Vicksburg. His two divisions will be cpmmanded by General MnArthur and General DeiiniS:- [ • . Major General J. J. Smith to command 16th A.c., Morgan L. Shiith commai-id ing one divisi^M and Van Dorn or some one else the other. f i • » Major General ''ashburne to command the District of, Memhtiia. Dana*l3 Head Quarters to be at Memphis. ' ' Cct.,;, . , Ifiiat do you think of it? ; Nothir.g new relative to the movements of the enemy since I ; last wrote, except that they are being re-lnforoed and Beaureguard C Is reported to have relieved Hood. ' ■' ' Do let us hear fwnn you^ or see you soOn. ' T»h *« oj ' 1451 September, 1864, .I-'"- Col. Benton tc Gen. Dodge, Little Rock, Ark., 28: We felt sad v.'hen v:e first heard of your v;ound, supposing it i. i. t to be mortal, but are. much rejoiced to learn that you are recov ering. Prom the papers I infer that you are at Davenport, and hence write you at that place, and as my letter is on business I must say,by way, of apology, do not trouble yourself about it unless you have so far recovered as to do so without any inconvenience, I am very anxious to get my regiment transferred to your 'g f Corps. There are many reasons why this wo.uld be proper. It was recruited in the region of the State in Trt^ich you live and rendezvoused at a camp which bears your name and is largely com posed yo\ir immediate acquaintances and friends, I have one ' of the 'finest regiments in the service- one of v/hich you would have just cause to feel particularly proud. We have performed a great deal of hard service for which we get but little credit. Our situation has been an unforttuiate one. Our lot was cast in a regular Lager Beer (Dutch) organization and we have had to submit to enough of their arrogance to sicken a dog. A dutc>- division Commander and a Dutch commander for each brigade and then evefyfthing else you can name is Dutch—Staff, batteries, escorts, order lies, Sso, Last ppring we had" for a short time, a nob]e ^ brigade comarfendew. General Rice, since dead. We have raised a fund of ^2,0^ td erect a monument to his memor*y, I once thought these German officers were just the thing, but *I an niow convinced 145« September, 1864, that they are' a great hmnUug and'half of them cowards. They are ' great on style and arrogance in camp about permannnt posts, but in ■he face of the enemy they Icebp a respectful distance, Vie can seldom tranHact business at Head Quarters without being 'insulted ^ by some upstart, « f We are tired of this kind of life and we want once mbre to , get where we can associate with white folks. Our brigade is now commanded by- a Colonel whose only recommendation is that he kept a beer, saloon in St, Louis, and can drink 4 gallons of ^ager and a quart of rot-gut a day. You will ask why v/e do not prefer * _ charges. What is the use of da>ing so with a Division Commander of the same stripe and Court ditto. But enough of this. Our officers and men are all anxious to be with you and we wish you to use your influence to. have us transferred, Genersxl Steele has always treated both myself and regiment with great courtesy and I would not wish in any way to implicate him. He appreciates our services and would regret to part with us and the Dutch would be unwilling tp let us go, because they want us to do their drudgery, and fighting for .them, . ^ I think withnthe aid of Kasson and our delegation, backed by your own personal application, you can get the change made, • * 4 I do not wlah it to ba known that It is in- consequence of my complaint from us, but on the. ^ound of pur mutual acquaintance, i / , 5 t i,' ii tpttj'l. .r'p!'' A',-. ir- • - . September, 1864. Please let me hesir from yeu'when convenient. You are good engineer, and if you can engineer this thing through, you will add Jjo your reputation for scientific -skill and place us xmder lasting obligations. It provokes me to think that lo'wa is sending to the field her chosen bands of patriots to be domineered over by men just from Europe -and unable to speak our language. When they give an order you cannot tell whether it is shoulder arms, o^r ground arms. All is quiei here at present. I trust you will soon be able to resume your duties and that we may join you this fall. t • Gen. Ransom to Gen, Dodge, Near Love joy's Station, Ga., 2:- Our movements have been attended with so much hard work that T have found no timfe to write you since you left us, even if I \iad our communication has been cut off. But knowing the anxiety you feel to learn of our operat'ions I will attempt" to give you a * { . ' brief history of them at the risk of the news being old by the • - » t - • time it reaches you. On the night of the 25th ultimo, we withdrew quietly to our rear line of works, and prepared on the 2*6th for our 2d move to Camp Creek, which we successfully accomplished on that night and the following day arriving at the Creek about noon. Mo'ved on the 28th in rear of B]air and was .detained all day by his trains, got into camp late, near* the West Point Railroad near Fairburn (2 1/2 miles up road) at a point called "Ladrac Ch." On the 29th 1464 September, 1864, ■ ... " , 13 J one t^iird of. the army was set at work destroying the railroad. The 16th corps marched to Fairburn and destroyed road 2 l/2 miles each way from that Station. The 9th Illinois had a slight skir mish with enemy's cavalry at Fairburn, . " , On the SOfch, the 16th corps took the advance, Blair being in our rear and Logan on main road to our left. We went..through by roads, cutting new roads, and working hard all day, but kept up with Logan, who with Kilpatrick was skirmishing with the rebs all day, I sent forward two regim.ents (2d and 7th lov/a) from the 2d Division to help Kilpatrick, who was on my road, and they had a sharp fight at Banks and Jennings Places. Major of the 2d Iowa t. * • • • severely wounded. Total loss in two regiments was 12, Arrived with head of column, after cutting 4 miles of road through dense wood, at 9 P, M. at Flint river, 1 mile from Jonesboro, was I ■ . . . ■ ill night in getting in train, rear guard arriving at day-light, Logan crossed the river and formed a bridge head, 2d division was sent into his right flank about 10 A. m. 31st ultimo, the 4th Division connecting with them across the river. The 16th corps built .three bridges. At 3 P, M, the enemy attacked our entire t front l.ln^,s across the river. Bates Division supposed by Cleburne, We repulsed them handsomely, and the 66th Illinois charged • down into a ravine and captured some 40 prisoners. The 16th corps "■ •» V.' . captured during thd day 56 prisoners, and buried 47 dead rebs in ffpnt fOvf "the 2d division. During the fight I sent the 3d brigade 1455 September, 1864. ^ of the 4th division across to act as reserve for the 2d division. The fi^t lasted but a short time in our front. V.'e had a fine . cornfield in our front and the enemy stood no chance, so they backed out after the first charge. Logan was engaged and lost t *:, ■ heavily, and tl^e rebels' loss was large in his front. i;7e had not V been on the ground long enough to get up works, but the boys carried eails at every opportunity during the fight, and by 6 P. M- wehad a • ^ splendid entrenched position. , i'W I j.' "*T » .' " s ■ ■ On the Ipt inrt. Jeff Davis Corps crossed and Schofield and .Stanley were ordered down the R. ll, to join us, they having cut the road on the 31st 2 miles south pf Rough and Ready. Davis moved into position on Logan's left in fine style and had a sharp fight, • • . charging twice and being repulsed he moved on them again suid captured 10 pieces of artillery and 1,000 prisoners (so reported). ^ Stanely came up on his left and swung around into the enemy's rear capturing their hospitals at 5 P. M., and then strange to say, he did not attack though urged to do so by his Division commander, and when he could have doubled the enemy up and cmished the Corps (Hardee's) with perfect ease. That night the enemy evacuated Jonesboro, and the pickets of the 16th corps occupied it at daylight followed quickly by Logan's, I was in the town with General Rice at 5 1/2 A. M. - (.'..w , 'irc., ; • At 8 A. M, on the 2d we were ordered "to puruse'in two dclumns, Logan on main road, %air on road fo his right and the 16th corps . i t.. ■ 1456 ' duo ; : ■" . f'Ov September, 1864. * t* • ■ - ■ * - *' ' f to follow Blair or come up on an intermediate road, I preferred the intermediate,and took a route between the two through fields and woods, cutting my way, arriving at this point with Logan and 3 hours ahea'd of Blair, v/hogot into the wrong road, "fliis point is three miles from Love joy's. We "struck the enemey about noon, and drove him into his pits, I deployed the 81st "Ohio and 66th Illinois on the right of Logan's skirmish line and they moved forward, charging over a hill driving the rebs out of their rifle pits and into their main line. The conduct of our two regiments is spoken of in the highest terms by General Howard and "Logan. Our loss was 1 killed and 6 wounded, the latter including the Lt, Col. of the 81st Ohio (Eifcus), I was placed in reserve as soon as Blair came up and got ihto position. Though today I have moved the 2nd division into the right of f ^ ■ Blair's corps, and the 4th division one mile in rear of the 2d Division covering Fayetteville road. There has been no fighting jpf any importance here. The rebs seem to be in strong force, Sherman thinks Hood has united with Hardee today, . J ' » Hardee had his corps and Lee's corps at Jonesboro, leaving Hood and the militia in Atlanta. Hood thought Sherman's move on the Macon road was a big raid of cavalry supported by a corps of infantry, and he intended to wipe them out, but much to his aston ishment found the old Army ofnthe Tennessee to fight. Hood has been completely out done and has backed out the best way he could September, 1864, by evacuating Atlanta on the 2d inst. and joining Hardee here* 'j Had Schofield and Stanley pushed on as they should have dnne,' j Hardee's CorpB could hot have escaped annihilation. Sherman is particularly severe on Stanley. He says a child could have done better, but the results are perhaps sufficiently gratifying though it would have been better to have placed Hardee's Corps on the shelf. ' . - . , Sherman"does not intend to assault the enemy's position here, as it is very"strong and it is said was selected and positivelyfortified by Johnston, but we shall worry th^m for a day'or two, and if they do not evacuate we shall pull out-and go back to Atlanta. ■ . • ' » r - . The Army of the Tennessee id to occupy Eastpoint, the Cumber land, Atlanta and'the Ohio, Decatur. The order to ^^ithdraw has been made: Logan takes the main road, Biair the one he got lost on and I bring up the rerr, of course. The tJme the movement will commence has not been fixed but it will be by the 5th. During*the time"that I have commanded your corps, your Staff have all rendered me most efficient aid, and I am greatly indeb ted to them for the management of the corps. I presiune all see a great difference in my "running themachine" but they have the courtesy not to mention it. Corse and Fuller both cordially work with me and I feel that I have every chance of getting through successfully and only hope I may do to to your satisfaction, and 1458 Wlr- • t": ■ y ;J- • September, 1864, thpt of my superiors here, though I confess I have some misgivings and none will rejoice more heartily or sincerely on the return of your honest face among us than the subscriber. But if'^you find' our'corps Is to be left it East Point inactive' for some time, I am afraid thai'the attractions of that wife and babies and the other friends who surround you at home will prove too m.uch for the claim your corps may have upon you. By the way, don't neglect that corps < businesa You Aust move at once"in getting the President to assign you to this corps, not only for yourself but your friends; for God's sake, don't leave any stone unturned in fixing this.m-tter up immediately. X am very much afraid something will turn up to take you away from us and there comes A. J. '5nith or Osterhuus _,fr^'Whome we all pif»ay, good Lord deliver ^us.' , 3her»an will not make any recommendations, I think from what t , he taid to'Cerne^.tod^ji, relative to promoting Phillips. , He r-«aid there was .no,chance at present, until the draft was made and « • ^ our regiments filled when Phillips must be made Colonel, and then •he would in du«..tljs« recommend him for Brig. General. 'If y^u can.do>a,x^||ii|9g„tOj^elp along in my case, I think nof is the time, though I |^aye^)jut-.little hope of success as I think others here 4jarer deemed more desorvJLng and will propabjLy bo raaofunawiiad^ will fe the lupk^' I thinic<*<.> T^r>v-1 T fed' I"'G T hjia .fir' 'TITW Irm . from you uTtep . 1 hop© Have ypu,p ^und 145!? *'vV".-. '■ \ ■» ' • ■ , . >7 rw ■ . September, 1864, . ^T f has sufficiently healed to render your recovery only a question • t * • * of a few ^yeeks and allow of your passing your time pleasantly and happily, with your family and friends. . Wish i:ng you every enjojTnent and.hoping for yuur speedy recov- « ery and return to us. , • , NOTE; Application for leave of Absence of Ut W. Robbins M. D» at St. liouis, J.'issouri, October 1st, 1864. . Gen. Howard's S,o.No. ,227, Atlanta, October 7:- y. ' II. Present circumstances rendering it impracticable for the General Court luiartial convened for the trial of Frigddier General Thomas W. Sweeny, U. S.V., by Specil Orders No. 208, from these Head Quarters, of date September 16th, 1864, to meet at the time and place therein indicated, the Court will assemble on th-^ 15th day ^)f^.Octber, .1864, or as soon thereafter as practicable, • * - • , ' j at Louisville,-KenJ-uckJi. . . , . , " • - " V* Oeii» ^awlins to Gen, Dodge, Cith Point, October 8:- A- -J . ^ ■ y Your t<?legram qf this date requesting permission to visit these Head Quarters is just received. Herewith I send you the neoaamary.. authority to do so Head.Qinarters Armies of ,the tfnlted States, City Point, "Virginia, October 7, 1864. Spaolal aithority is hereby granted Major General G. M. Dodge, 16th jilmy Corps, now in New York, wotmded , to visit these head quarters in person. Military 'Authoritliis will pass liim according ly. By command of Lieut. Gen. Grant. T. s. Bowers, Asst. Adjt. Gen, ' t460 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book 1864 civil war General Grenville M. Dodge Grenville M. Dodge Union Pacific Railroad https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/bccc4c4aeb59d167238610948e4b1346.pdf 844a730f98ca6059f78c605c36b222b8 PDF Text Text July, 1864. .t-rr,: ;;,;T The department Staff will remain unchanged, "and'reports and returns will "be made as heretofore. Office Mem. 31:- '.'r tnT uwnT General ^lair relidVed that portion^of ^uller's division on his line. ' ^ ^ . ,, .. rivate Diary Mem. 35.:- ' ■ v. "■ 'In'same^positionl mdved up skirmish linS. •' '' ' Gen. Dodge to his*wife, near Atlanta, August 1st:- 'it is a rainy day, and although I wrote^you yesterday, I will • I • » - . . . . improve a liesure mment in writing again. The mail came in to- ' ■ • I - . day and I was disapnointed in not getting a letter from you. /^hree long months have passed since I saw you, and it seems a year; many, many eventful hours have I seen during that time-; days roll by and nights are slept away with nothing but the roar of * . t artillery or the crack of the rifle to break one's thought. As I f ' ' " - v . . . , r » sit here, crack, crack goes the skirmish line, while the dull thunder of a rebel or Yankee gun passes by. I see that Gr-ely has -I *■ I some idea of peace. I would like to see it and see this bleeding country going forward once more united and prosperous. My own feelings are changinc', and my opinions are wavering a little as to ^ iUi, . . . . ' > what is best for the United States. I know that the rebels are ■ » ' ' *■ ' ■ . . r heartily sick of their b-^rgain, and though they thunder their . ' ■ , . . , , , columns against us it is with little avail. Prisoners taken all have canteens filled with whiskey, and are often drunk--only think 1283 July 1864. . i. of making men drunk and sending^them out .to throw.away their lives when their leaders^know they could'hot force them'if sober, h. V My mess has now in it Lt, Tichenor, Capta . Chamberlain, Capt. f Ford and Dr. Gay. • We live hard; beans, hams and such like, a few canned fruits but no potatoes, onions, butter, &c--any of them to use. .are luxuries. Noticing .comQ a'over.'the raili^oad but soldier's rations, and .hardly that; 'one single track feeds this great army with all its horses^ and mules and hangers-on^ employees, &c. Hood has receiv,ed some reinforcements, but not equal to his loss, i^.'le his last railroad is broken up. I do not see how he is to hold out much .longer, but he may.. Grant is moving again I hope, and * - * t this time, will accomplish h^ls o.bject. More men we must have .to fill our ranks, and giye us a few more columns to burst asunder^ the detestable confederacy^ I do most anxiously look for the day • ^ when we can be together again, and live like white folks should. hi- : . - . ■ . , ' . Home is as mucli of a charm to me as tcyyou, although perhaps I do not soy as much about it, Annie is as dear as ever. > y -1 r* Gen, Howard's G,f,o,No, 6, before Atlanta, Is ;- * '' -i.' The following named officers are announced as members of the Staff and Staff Corps of tMa Department and Army, They will be obeyed and respected accordingly. Lt, Col, C. H, Howard , ^enior Ai(^e-de-camp; Major ^.W.osborne, 1st K.Y, Artillery, Chief of Artillery; Ca t, H. M.Stinson, Aide-de-camp; Capt, F. W. Gilbreth, • r * * t * Aide-de-camp; Capt, W. K. Beebe, 41st Ohio Infantry A.d.C,; Capt. t ^ , E. H. Kerlin, Volunteer Aide-de-camp, ,284 July 18 64. ^ ,X.'J Gen. Howard»s F.o. No. 7, before /itlanta, 1st;- ' .Capt. . HIckenlooper, 5th Ohio Btittery , in addition to his .. duties as Judge Mvocate of the Department will act as Assistant Chief of Artillery of thj Army in the i'ield, and will be obeyed and respected accordingly. , . . Gen. Sherman^s S po. No. 48, near-Atlanta, Ist;- During the next series of operations Maj. Gen. Thomas will be the .Left, Maj. Gen* Howard the Center and Maj, Gen. Schofield the Right of the Army.- The two divisions of Genl's Davis and V/ard will continue to be held'■In reserve towards the right, and in case the eriemy attack that flank, tt^ose flfvisions will" report to, and during the action obey Gen. *Schofieid*s orders; when not engaged. Gen. Thomas will post them so as to cover his commWi cat ions from danger coming from the south-east, " • t - v _ ^ II. Brig. Gen. Garrard*s cavalrjT will relieved Gen. Schofield's on the left and occupy in part his trenches, patrol the roads about - *■ • Decatur and picket towards Roawell--he will report to Ggn. Thomas, t • • * . , and be pre :ared to sally out as Cavalry from his trenches in case of necessity. ■ '1 ' .,!.T ' . , III. All trains of wagons'going to and from the depots of "Vlnings" or "Marietta" will follow roads converging at the rail road bridge and never go north of Buckhead ob south of Turner's. r- • I V. Maj. Gen. Thomas will cause a new Infantry flank to be i prepared on his left, ^orth of the Buckhead rodd, connecting fen. t * - 1285 iJ' r august, 1864, r Stanley's front lines with the old rebel,parapets near Peach Tree Creek. Gen. Dodge's Sister to his Wife, Council Bluff-s, 1st:- • , I will not ^give yo;- cause this time to calle me delinqu'^nt. I have just received• your letter and will cominence one immediately, and between washing and tther work -will end^avbr to finish it. Was very glad to hear from you and get such a good long let ter. # r ' * We have been very anxious about Ocean and.am so Wiankful he has passed .t^irjQugh safely^, like you I think he will come out all right. I hi.\ve always felt that-he - would nome out alright. - - . Nathan- told us 'this morning they had J^jad another dreadful battle, 5,000 of;,the rebels killed. Hope, to more particular? of it . today, and hear of Ocean..,, • - . , KcPherson's loss is great, I can hardly realize that it is il ■ r ' '"37 * ■ ■ ' ■ • • , ' - • r'^ SO,- • Nearly Qverry paper we get speaks highly oT 0,cean ,and he^ de- •• • - ■ • » serves It for if there .Ip, a braye., tru^, l©ya\ and goopl man in ex- • t ' r • ' i ' . • • . - istance .it is him, and t am glad to .see that others know it, George F ord is on Ocean's, staff so, Mr. Hendrie says, and is very • - - • much pleased. He will leave the Army this Fall and will come there; is going into business with Charley Hendrie, The draft is frightening theiq here; it amuaes me to hear the women croak over thier Husbands' b®i^G drafted, Fanl s in a peck f'rt *' 1286 August, 1864 • , ■ . of trouble for fear Morse will have to go. I make all sorts of fun of herl she don't say much to mo now for she knows she-will "get hut little sympathy from me. ' ' ■ • ^ • Nate has been eick a week; his blood is low, and perhaps turning pale at the thoughts of having to leave his Sue and going to .war. I do have some rich times here-over that wedding".' Wish "I had another Brother that was going to be married. As for Ocean and you I was such a young snip didn't know or care much about it, but Now Nate has to fake' it. Mrs. Purple' and Miss "'^ucy have got at it, and in fact the town has just got the report started, and I am asked every day if "Nate and Sue Lockwood are to be married," and I 'invent all kinds of answeres and puzzle them all I can. Sue has become quite confidential, and told me- of several of their plans. They have finally concluded to be marrie'd here, and have only the • • • /. - 1 fsunilies, so after suffering everything for fear I would be left out I am at last easy, and feel that "I am in a land of privileges and Sabbaths. " MisS'%uef's particular friend, Lou Knppp, of St. Louis, OS to be bridesmaid, Regular Rebel. I.'she has sent on to Boston by Mr. Spooner to get her bridal trousseau. Nate I expebt has engaged all the tailors and barbers for 20 miles r^und the ' ' V,. country, Sam Foison has gone to get married! Will bring his bride back « here and board at'.Terry Polsom's. He marries a Miss Rachel Vanderpool of Chicago, a smart girl I -bought, but it must be a mis1287 August 1864. . take if she has him. ... . . . I received a short letter from Mrs. Spencer a few weeks ago. t f . - ■ ■ ' k. • Has she ever written an accoxmt of the trip to Mamroth Cave? Lizzie starts hme on the next boat. Uncle John has been sick with cholera morbus; is just able to sit up. I think Lizzie is quite taken wit'- the west and would like to stay longer. Thinks we are a pretty fast people here compared with So. fanvers. I have looked in every paper for a list of the killed and wounded ^ r y * - ■i- " r- - ' of Ocean's command, to see if any of my acquaintances are on it. T hope in all mercy they have escaped, tf you hear anything about any of them I hope ^oii will write me,for I have no means of know ing. 1 wonder how my little Captain - Arndt is progressing.! ' r' . Have nevtfr heard d wdrd'6f or from him since T left. Arndt is ':tQO bad. . ■ ^ ' k.-I-am glad Lett;e -is takkiqg music lessons; tell her l hop.e she mill improve no she can sing and plaj^ me a piece whep I,see.her. Little :BHa' Hoe ' T want to soueeze heri • Do you think Ocean will ^! ' gftt, a'" furlat*^. this fall? - ^."do wish'he could, Suppods ybu are having fvuit* Wish I could gat-some. Eat - enough for tdo. I had an apple the other day, and was happy fob a week after it. I have never received a letter from Ocean, 'thd fiel rfeal'bad-. I h&vp jWritten-him two, think ^ shal-l write another In a week or'so if !• get <non©.,' but-every night I look, think I wust certainly get one, fiupposo now he hae little time to 1288 » .t*t ,»■ "'r, i ■' •'fc f August 1864. write. Did you read about that extraordiiiafy much his corps mado? I think when I see v;hat hardships our brave men have to endure, it is a shame for any of us to complain of hear and every other little thing that may trraible us. THiat suffering there must be in those hospitals south this hot weather.* Is Ool. Ca nbell still in com- ' k. I " I ' mand at Athens with his wonderful regiment? Did I fiell you I saw Mrs. Galligan and Eliza at the Pacific? ...Had quite a pleasant call and tried to have Eliza stqp a few days ♦ .. . with me. She inquired after you and Ocean. She is so anxious to got a photograph rof ^CqI . Kinsman, b.ut I camot find out where he had.his photograph taken, do you know? Am glad your trunk has turned up.at last. Was everything all right? Love to all; Mrs. Bailey, Estelle, and a kiss to the children. Write me .of ten, I f . •' . t will do the Same. I am going to the *'Show*^ tomorrow night. Lizzie sends'love. ' ! t « . I Gen. Dodge*8 S.P.O.No, 52, near Atlanta', 1st: " (I3DR) ;- I. FT vate-John Kartz, Go. G,' aAd Isaac F. Dobbe, Co, 0. 7th *"Iowa Infantry, dre ^erefey relieved from special duty in the ^.M. Department, and will re^oft without dela^ to their company com- * "inandor, " ' ' . ' ' - u ^ ' II. Private Wealoy Hipp^-e, Co. B." 27th Ohio Infantry volxm- ' teors, is hereby relieved from Head Quarters left wing 16th A. C., and will report without delay to hi^^eoinfjahy Ooranander for duty, III. privates Mahlon Rotaw, Co, Bj ^e/iaas Ewing, Co. I,, 1289 Au^T-^s t, 1864. :.jr; and Joseph Lbngstroct, Co. G. 7th Iowa Infantry, are hereb:'.de tailed for special service in the Q.m. Department, and will report without delay to Ca ta. J. K.'Wing, A.Q.?:. for duty. IV. The etrtantion of the General-commanding has been called to the large number of enlisted men followigg the troops, and trains without proper dutieg,' and. evidohtly n6 "dutiGS to perform; the Act. Asst. Inspector Generals willimmediately inspect their com mands and ascertain the number .of unlisted men in each regiment unarmed} or who travel without arms, and the duties upon which ^he^' are detailed. . 'd > , ' . - ' ' . They will. also'make * fenjlrigpectiain of Regimental .and Brigade traisn, and aScertain..the number oi* "mOn unarmed with the trains, and the number on duty as guards, and-report to the A ct. Inspec- . tor General at these Head Quarters, . . . Divioiop Commanders will ca^ise the Division Ordnance and Sup ply trains to be inspected, and the number of unarmed.men, the duties for which thqy ai^e, detailed, ,and, the niimber of. armed men as guards fito. be rb ported at the ea liest practicable moment-* ,'i ; : GIRCTILAR. Near Atlanta, Ist;- , (13DR):- Instruet1 ns from Department Head Quarters require that an officer tendering his resignation on ploa of"expiration of term of Service, shall state "the actual date, of mustpr into his present grade, or the date n^m'T/hich his mustor^in-roll shows'that he Cakes rank in his presong grade", and that-, the Regimental Commander 1290 August, 1864. < V- . ' shall: jnake statement as to whether, the, offi cer*s iServrces can be • i dispensed with without, detriment* to the interests of the command. The^war department has decided that an officer can be held to f ' ' I r r service three years from-date of last muster-in. By. Ohder of Gen. G. M. Dodge." ' ' " ' ' .-V - ; Gen. Dodge to' Gen.'Holt, before Atlanta, 1st:- (10DR454 . I'have the honor to* acknowledge the receipt of yourj ccmmunication of thd 12th ultimo, in relation to thd case of Capt. !'. F. Miller, 18th Missouri Infantry "Vbluht 'ers, fried by a General Court Martial convened by my odder. In response thereto,'I have the honor to state that the"proceedlngs, findings and sentence complete in , "the caSe ir^ve forvvarded by me on the. 1st dAy of March. 1864- to Head Quarters department and Anr.y of the Tennessee. » ♦ r. « Captain I'illcr vraz ty-b^ the Couht -of the charge "False Muster," and sentenced to be cashiered, and thereby dicquhlified from holding any office'of trust under the Government of the United States. And the px-'oceodinga as above stated with my action thef^on?lJidor3dd'"as folloits: ■ "'Proceedings, findings and sentence of the-fiourt = in this base approved arid respectfully fo£- Warded fii^ thb action of proper authority." T Am unrMe to accoiuxt. fbr the abaSnt portion of the record, and, at'present, I am rmable to supply the same by copy, not having the phiMiti^iliii it account of the trial with me in theffleld. The finding and sentence of th« Court sUad my. action thereon are sub- Augvist, 18G4. atantially as herein stated. If nec:>33ary, the certificate of the surviving members of the Court an^ of the Ju'''ge Advocate can be furnished. Gen. Sherman's S.O.lTo, 120, Nashville, 'July 30:- (16DR153-5:- ■'III.' Capt.L. Carper," T^sistant Adiutant General, Volunteers, is relieved from dutjr at these Head Quarters aniwlll report in pers'on v.ithoul del'a;' to Brig. Gen. John M. Corse, commanding 2d Division, 16th Army Corps. _ ^ r . e " . , . , R. Rowett to Major Barnes, Rome, Ga., August 1 (15DR45) The Board of Appraisers consisted of ^ol. R.'^owett, 7th Illinois; Capt. Ford, I5th Illinois; and Ga^^t. Herston, 7t i Kansas. The ' • . f . papers were left in your office to be forwarded to Maj. Gen. Hurlbut. t ' Gen. Dodge to Col. R. Rowett before Atlanta, 1:- (17DR):- t ■ - • ^ . . X .1,. Can you inform me who were the Appraisers of Cavalry eq ip- • ■ ' ^ . i . ^ ^ . r ' •! , • •, ments owned by enlisted ra on of Cavalry at Corinth a year ago, and what was done with the papers? . '■ ."{vl' die' .( Office Mom. 1st:- /; • t , . • ! - rv a ' At' 5 P. M. the Artillery on the line opened for thirty minutes on Atlanta, and the enemy's works, developing enemy's artillery. Gen. Howard's S.F.o.No. 86, noad Atlanta, 2d:- ' » ' . , ■ t - ■ ■■ . . . V. Brig. Gen. T.E.G.Ransom, TJ.3.Volunteer, having In* com pliance with Special Fiold Orders No. 49, dated Head Quarters Milltary division of the Mississippi, In the field, near Atlanta, Ga., August 2nd, 1864, reported to these Head Cuarters, 'will report in 1292 ''rV -f" ' August 1864. , ■ " ■ person to l!aj.-Geri. G. K. Dodg co.jjianding Left Wing 16th Army Corps, for assignment to the command of the 4th division, 16t Army Corps. • . I. r, '.r^ . Gen. Logan to Gen. Dodgo bSforp Atlanta, 2d:- I respectfully request that ydku make a detailed peport of the 22d of July, 1864, that I may be enabled to make any official report .as Commander^ of the, Army at that time. to ^Ia3..Gen. Sherman, Comifi ndr • • • ^ , ing Military Division of the Mississippi, ^ '*',r tv ''C P. . Reed to Gen. Dodge, Syracuse, 2d:- ' '-^01 r) r ' , . ■ ■ , Your very interesting letter from Decatur, Georgia, was duly received, and contents apnreciated. •srf^ '■ •• •' . 'f- ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ -.-.r f.,,.-- f . G-^nera] f51iorman*s operations before Atlanta are looked to in V 1 f- ■ ■ . I • this part of the country with intense interest, and so are Grant's movements at Petersburg and Richmond, I enclose a paper to you r- ■ "f ■ n . . • ■ • . .. .. . . .. giving an account of your battles since yo\l wrote me. We begin to t; think there that you can't pound the rebels a great while longer wi thout their -ivinfr: out. •tYP Wo havr; a very important duty to perform at this Presidential • • election. It is In vain to keep you fighting in the field if we ^ * ■ ' ' ' . • , r . are not diligent to see the coiintry spealcs the right language at - * r t ■ ' . f • , ■ • . . . ' ^ ^ home. The copperheads must be killed so dead this fall that they will never peep again, and this will kill secehh just as dead. It has come to this now that the cops, and secesh su'e all cuddled • . ■ ' , ■ ' • t * - , ♦ .. . in together. We aee no difference here. Is there any doubt j . . . . , I .' t ( • . - I 1293 August 18G4. about th<= Army vote this election? ,.trtmriA You say you may come' East this season-*" G-ive me all the no tice you can. I shall go to the Bluff-s this Fall,- if I can' do anything for jrou write me. Nathan writes things look a little brighter, Mr, Hamilton and his wife are. in very bad health and are at Mackinaw^ Michligannow, will be home in a few weeks. V The title to the MoLinc"Water Power is all settled and''iife'^cane out triumphant . 't am going along" here with the boys in tobacco business, I t-iink very prosperously." We are well establisiied at Dayton, Ohio,' in- buying tobacco and have a tobacco store there, and Mr. Davenporl is in Now York selling tobacco. ' Take what we'ai^e doing An New Yorknamfl here-in SyhacuSe and Dayton, Ohio and Richmond, Indisina, and it has a pretty'fair look ing for making money. Tobacco business never was better; tobacco is very hifeli now on account of the drought here,^ which was never more severe. If i^^ou r wife and' children are near you remember me . ^ -i *1-" ! ' ■ f V f •: T . . . , -- kindly to them. - - write an often as'you can\ l'am Very sbl?rj^ to see thet'Lt. ,■ - i , . ■ - - - M ■ V' Murray is taken prisoner, TO aen.'i^odgo fron{ hi^'Brother, Counc"'il' Bluffs," "2:- ''t have been quite unwell during past week, confined at the house* ' In fact, have hot enjoyed eJ>b5(I health' cincb I cainer from the south; that trip completely used me up. • 'h: Your business matters here are In "good shape';' not been buying August, 1864. . .n.rg:j;A or soiling any property lately.'''''I&c titles'which 'l bi9 off' and payment of i^t^equont taxes amount to "bout 1;2,000. I could let other parties have part of then' lout do not think it best; all lands in the County have been sold; no su'cb chanc: hereafter to purchase for taxes, lands T hid' off are No. one, - taken from resident list an-d much of it is improved farms; So soon as 'I'gel time 1 shall htmt out the cvmers" and rfOtify them".' " '?e now have Col-. Rrewster's brother (Nathan G.) in the office ■ to asait us; he i^ quite an old man but very, steady, honest, etc. '■ ' I think he will answer our purpo.s^. am not able to do much. Just .at the time I want to do most.- I wa,nt to go East in October, but think anothel? trip would flnlsl-: me'i, It's no pleasure for me r to-travel., n .ri'. tl hnn , , 1 - ^ "Wheeler arrived he^re yesterday; 4s trying to make up his A.Q.y. , , ,, bond, but I S'-e no Bhow, for him to accomplish it;, guess he. will have to resign his commission., * rj rw T . Since writing above I have received your lettpr of 20th, writ ten subsequent to the severe battles, in one of which* I see by Cin cinnati Gazette correspondence, you took a. prominent part. We have news of fighting on 20th,. but no particulars. McPherson must « . ■»y be an irreparable loss. It saema to me your campaign must be Ttearly etidod; Atlanta will not hold out long;^ if so, I shall look for you No rth. . , ■ - .. 1 'on't btSfiBve it is boat to put any moref .itj9ney. in real es1295 p? August, 1864, ■.-rotate at present, either improved or uni: .proved. I would put some mpnej' into this new loan,. 7 - 3/10 Int. payable in currency for 3 years, then convertible into five-twenty bonds, like those you nov; jr. - . have--Interest payable in ^old. • .. . I have been trying to curtail our loans in the office but find it slow work; money iust now is scarce here. Our merchants ; are obliged to make heavy drafts to purchase their goods, paying mostly cash for thei:^ pyrch^ses," and ' considerable money is being , ^ put int"^ real estate. The-middle and laboring, class-of people are ■ rrr^ Straining every 00 int. to -get a homo--manv sraall - build ings ai-xe being built. .' . I d , ■ - . ' . Father'is at the Elkhorn .working hard; soon as he-gets hay up f and crops in, I hope he wil' find some man to take care-of his cat- ^ if.j tie and spend the winter in here; ho can haul wood into town at his convenience, and I think get along very oomfcrtably* ' >When I leavd,"'th0' family will .be. Small, suxd mother with her stfiall German girl (tho boat I over saw) will get a^onj^ more comfortably than ; . 'With a large family , 'and with smair expe.nsQ, ' Mother needs rest, -n but wi^l never get it- as long aa thera is any work tQy^. , , Lockv'ood is in the commission business, and making money, not withstej\ding his health, which,.is no better. J suppose he is falling £^il:th® trlme, but I do not notice it as much as others, has los1> his voiee, can only whispi^r. It.ls astonishing .what energy he ha3--down town every day attending to his business, .Lizzie Phil lips left for home today (4th) with John. 1296 August, 1864. Qen; Dodge to Capt. S. N. Dayton, near Atlanta 2:-(17DR) Col. Tillotson> lOth'Illinois,•is desirous of being assigned bo this Corps-with his regiment. I understand he is t® be trans ferred to some corps in this army. The 4th Division has only 11 regiments, and if consistent with the requirements of the servic3, ■ •' I Would like very much to have him. '• ' t (len. Dodge's 3.f,o.No."53, near Atlanta, 2:- (ISDR):- ; ■ I. Private KArshal F. Kurd, 'Co.' A, "Vth Towa JnTaritry is fhSheby relie"ved from special S0rvico""in'the Engineer Department at these Head Quarters, his "term of service having expired. He will report at once to his company command. II. A Military commission in accordance with Appendix B, Revised Army Re gulations is hereby'appointed €o rmeet a"f these Head '■'* Quarters at 2 o'clock this P. M. for the'exmiriation of cases of • ^ T \ officers reported absent without leave. ' o l,- "a" .""' Dotai], for* the Board. ; IjaM. S. T". Thomson, 64th 111Inolfs fnfantry Volunteers; Cppt, H.a. Statnes, 39th Ohio Infantry Volt ' vntcors; I'at'Lt* C. Tichenor 39th Iowa Infantry Volunteers. • III. Bnig. iSEN. T. E, 0. Ransom, B. B. Infantry, 'having re- ' ported to these R-^ad Quarters for duty in compliance with Extract ■ , \ . . . . v.. Special Pield Orders No. 86,'Department and Army of the Tennesse e r f • . . . . , . . . Is hereby assigned to the command of the 4th division 16th A.C. Brig, Cen. .t. Off. puller will assimie command of the 1st brigade. 4th division, 16th A.C. " ' '-T. I 1297 ll ■ ir ■ ■—' ' August, 1864. , The General Commanding takes this occasion to thank General Pullpr for the. eff-iciert manner in which h has commanded the Divisibn in the late battles in front of Atlanta. . - . ,IV. Lt, E. B. Boyd, Quartermaster &3d Ohio Infantry, will proceed to Athens, Alabama, and Nashville, .Tennessee , and bring for ward to this command all stock left there b- Capt. J. K. Wing, Chief Q. M., to recruit those that may be fit for service. Lt. Boyd is authorized to t^ke with him to aid in bringing forr- • • • ^ , ward the stock all convalescents at Some, Kingston and Chattanooga belonging to the cormand, unfit for field duty. Conductors TT. S. ' ' • -r- ■ r\ . ~ ■ " . V ■■ ■ . I.TAil R. R. will pass accordingly. Gen. Dodge to Gen. Ramsey, near Atlanta, 2:- (10DR454);- I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your comm.uni- ■' ■ , t ■ • ' I ' • » , ^ cation of June 7th, 1864, in f-^lation to the Cavalry equipmenta owned by enlisted men of the 10th Missouri Cavalry Volunteers. * . r ' , • i j ■ ■ , In compliance with the order of the Corps Commander, M- j. Gen. , „ . 3, A, Hurlbut, a board of appraisers wore appointed who listed and appraised the equipments and made a return of their proceedings * * rv ' V to Corps Head Quarters, This appraisement was returned for some alteration which was made and the pap rs returned, n • r f- • • . • « Instructions were received that the Chief Ordnance Officer of the corps would sqttle for the equipments. This is si 1 the knowledge I. have of, thq m^^tter. All my letters, orders, &c. ap- .pertalping t-o the matter, were left at Copinth, Miss, with the co:- 1298 U5s_: Axjgust, 1864. ♦ , •<r^"K ^mand, and I understand were afterwards'sent to Corps Hd. Qrs. The aprraisers were Colonel R. Rowett,' 7th Illinois Infantrjr Volunteers; Capt*. Ford", 15th Illinois Cavalry, and Capt. Heusten, 7th Kansas Cavalry. Soon after the appraisement was made I was ordered to anothor field and left the command, and have no farther . ■ h.t ■ — knowledge of the proceedings in the case . The orders for the j ■ , • . - . I • , ,, turning over both of horses and equipments, were made by the Corps Commander. The horses were paid for in vouchers by Capt. J. K, t olP t ^ • I ■ ... King, ray Chief Q.V. Gen. Dodge to Col. Clark, near Atlanta, 2:- (10DR455):- I respectfully request that' an order be i ssued for 1st Lt, E. B. Boyd,^.K. 63d Ohio Volunteers Infantry, to proceed to Athens, Alabama, and Nashyili.e, Tennessee, on Q. M. business to bring fort * ward some 150 hes'^ of stock belonging to my command, left there to • . . . f , • V recruit, that is now fit for use, and that he is authorized r ' r> to take with him convalescents not fit for service vfr-^n Rome, Ga., Kingston, Ga., and Chattan ooga, Tenn., to aid in bringing forward yhe cattle, &c. Office Ue^-. 2:- Brlg. Gon. T.E.G.Ransom was assigned to command of 4th div. Gen, Howard's S.f.o.No. 87, before Atlanta, 3:- M'f ♦ ' • ' • - - ■ . .. }k&5, Gen, C. il. Dodge, Commanding Left Ting 16th Army Corps, wili cause to be detached from the 27th Regiment Ohio Infantry, one Lieutentn and thirty (30) men with orde s to report forthwith to 1299 AV/'r. Alienist, 1864. .'• ■' , ■'■ ■ ■' Lt. Col. Jaiaes ?7ilson, Pi^ovost MarsSiial at these Head Quarters, for pwrnanent ■ dut;? as guards, &c. ' *• •' • ' The Descriptive Lists of the men vrill he.sent to these Head (Quarters without delay. " . * - ^ _v . Mrs. Dodge tc"the'Oeneral, Grdfcnfield, 3:-"*" ' Te hoar very little this week from your army, but I suppose, as the papers say, Sherman is not idle, die are almost tired wiating to hear of the fall of Atlanta, hut expect they ar§ more" after the rehel army than the place.- I think they must have been reinforced since the battle of the 22d, and have they not? 'I should; think it would be necessary for Sheripan to have reinforcements too, for his army iftuct have lost, heavi'ly. . We have not had much news from you, but plenty of all kinds fi^m the East, and all kinds of rumors ire afloat, none very good, We have,to look in vain for news of < any substantial victory., I.do,f.^el discouraged sometimns_ about the Army of t-he Potoma;'; and now after so long a qtiiet to have no * better news than blov/ing up one small regiment, and then being re- • . • -. r. • . ulsed for that, is.what we have now from Petersburg. I do wond'^r if Lop is too much.for Grant? I.see by the papers, that Hooker has left Sherm8Ln*s army, and that Howard has^Gen. ITcPherson's place. Is it so, and how do you liko him? The Gazfette thinks it is doing groat 'in justica to Cen. Hookrr, and Gen.. Sweeny has left you. Who kaa his place? I want to. hoar from you and get th - news. The Rebel papers claim vi.ctories at Atlanta, and, Hood's owri official x^op August, 1864. . dispatches say he whipped Sherman. It is.wonderful wha^ elagtic consciences they must have. The correspondents in writing of Gen. McPhersdn's death, say his body was stripped of all clothing before they could get it from the enemy; can it,be possible.' Bid you know of it? I 9an hardly believe it. Heathens, gavages, are not half so bacll ^ It has been very dry here; have only had^one g^od rain sihce •I came, and am getting a little tired of staying here; have thought Some of "taking a short^trip to Kiagara. Joseph talks some of coraihg over. I would like to know if"there is any;chanco of your 'coming uj®), do not mub'h expect it, hut I do not like to go around to different places, for fear you might send a dispatch to me, and I #ould not get it. Should fe'el very badl'y to go and have y'U send ■ - for me, and I not receive it. * ' I intend to go back to St. Louis bjr September'now. I am sick enough of living this kind of a life, but suppose there is none other for me; would give a good deal though to have a home eoraewhere. Aa for getting rooms in St. Louis *11 winter, Ido not' like the idea ver" well. It will cost a great deal of money, and very little profit.' If t go there to stay, think I shall try and get Mrs. Pegram to board me. Joseph is nbt much In th^ city- but I wont borrow any trouble. T?islf to Heaven this war could be ended b fore" winter. The girls are reli; they hear the rumors of batties and talk of the danger their fath r is in ev^ry day, but 1301 August, 1864. their hearts soon rebound and. th^^' forget^ but with me there is no forgetting. Hope I shall get a letter in the morning. Write often, have, not heard since the 23d. • * f If the Army of the Tennessee and Army of the CximbBbland are two distinct armies, why did not Gen, Logan have llcPherson's place? I, don't see why Gen. Howard has it; does he rank with Gen. Logan? Is John with you, and how are Prince and my pony? '■ Offic Men. 3d:- At 4 P. II. it being reported that there were indications of - I, .• V . • . the enemy's evacuating the City, Gens, ^^orso and Fuller were order ed to advance their skirmish lines, and feel the enemy, both of whom repor.ted the enemy's skirmishers still in our front, their position and strenig'h unchanged. ■■ Gen. Sherman's S.F.O.Uo, 51, near Atlanta, 4:- " T; Maj. Gen. Scl;ofield with his own command, and Gen. Palmer's Corps, will ''ove directly toward the railroad which leads south our of Atlanta, at suiyt point I betwep - . White, ..Hall . and Jast . point, ' and will not fctop until he has absolute control of that Railroad; but muat not go bayondr, nor extepd more to the right than is absolutely necessary to that end.- • II. Maj. -Gen's Thomas and Howard will press close upon the • • • • . enemy art- all points, and will reinforce well the points of the line Where the enemy is most, likely to sally, viz: on the Decatur, ^ 1302 " ^ i »h;. August, 1864. Buckheafl and lurner's Ferry roads; but rr;ore especially watch the outlet along the railroad, viz: Gon. T^illiam's frbnt. III. On our right, *we met assune th offensive, and every . f - • — ■ . . . . man be prepared to fight, leaving knapsacks &c. in the present trenches, "-agons will not be taken east of Utoy Creek vuitil Gen. Schofield has secured position on the Railroad or so near it, that it can be reached by musket balls and canistoi . If nocoss?u-y secure ihis end, ordinary parapets must be chsrged, and carried,^ and cvepy hour's delay enables hhe enemy to slrengthen. ' , rj* f>0 therefore, let it be don" today. Gen. Howard's S.F.O.No. 88, before Atlanta 4:- IV. Maj. Gen. Schofield having'been ordered to moVe his com mand with the corps of'Gen; Palmer, lA order'to throw himself across t,ho Railroad, cormcnclng the movement 'at 3* o'clock this P. M, the following are the orders for this army. ' 1st. At 2 1/2 o'clock P. !>;. today, the llhe.oi' Bklrmishers will be double,d and the enemy pressed hard along'the wholfeline. 2,d All'the'men In the trenches wilO stand under arms during the demonstration, without thei-r knapsacks. 3d. Maj. Gen. Logan's r serve division wi-ll be held where it ' * 1 f ■' t . r, i . . . now is in readiness to move to any point at a 'moment'"s Jiramlng 4th. It is dettrabie that Corps Commouders Ip^tfortaily su perintend the movcTucnts of the skirmishers, using their Artillery 1303 August, ]864. , ::vr' when and where they deem necessary, with a view to-keeping the ■enemy in his works, and to deceive hif-' as^.to. the real tnovement. 5th, Th'^" General' or • some member of his Staff will be at Dr Gress' Battery near the right of the line. IX. 1st. Major General Dodg^, cormanding Left Wing,X 16th Army Corpp. wilj. dirept the 9th Illinois Cavalry to establish their Head quarters on the Gr'^eh Ferry Rord, and form a line of pickets from, the right of th Infantry or Cavalry (if there be any cavalry on the right of'the line) "to the main Uto^ Creek, keeping up their pat ol and reporting the result frequently to these Head Quarters, . - k I • r Major General Dodge will als^ causd his front to be' reconnoistered by his Bnginser Officer with a vj.ow to the establishment of a new advanced line to connect with the new line'tb be established in front :f the 17th corps. 2d. Major General Balir, commanding 17th -^.C.^ 'Will catise his front to be reconpoitred with a'view to the establishment of a new advanced line. He,will direct his Engineer Officer to act In concert with the Engin'-er Officer^ of the 16th and 16h Corps, und'^r the sup'rvlsion of Capt, C.B.ReOse, Chief Engln er, 3d, Major General, Logan ,• commanding 15th A.C. wil] nlso cause his front to be recennoitred and will connect his.advanced line with the 17th corps directing his engineer to coOoperate with the engineer of the 17th corps under the supervision of Capt, 1G04 L August, 1864. " ;; C. B. Reese, Chief Engineer. 4th: The objecfe being to advance as rapidly and as far as possible■ towards' the enemy's position, corps commandeps will act in concert, securing" all vantage ground and every comJnanding ' position. Gol. Spencer to"'C-ert. Dodge, :R6me,''Ga., 4:- I send you todajr a communication to the Secretary of War, relative to the officers whose tines have expired, and who have gone Itibme, Thef nhci;ld be discharged the serlvce dr mustered out Back to the time that their time expires. Please examine it, and make a su table endorsem.ent and send it forward. ■ - There id no news hero-; Vandevtr is of no account", and tl-iirhs of nothing but pleasure. ■ - * • • r • . ■ ^ I will send you some •■yegetablea as soon as-we can get out I far enough to get them. We are not pillowed -to purchase anything here The"h66pltalb. take" everything here.' I have been expecting to get an escort thrde miles down the ri^^er, and will take a wagon '"fend get you -ilenty and Send it "to you,but havenot been sent out , fei^three daysi'^ovdng to the paymaster being herek I am.not al lowed, to send'to the countrjr fOr^ fodder and-oats in the bundle . There is' plgftty^^f^tofe in the" country, "but - I^Vanhot go after it and have'to liny horses oVi"^haln alonp, I could-fatten all my stock if theho was''A sensible'man here, ' . j. % 1' * * ' ' if » • August, 1864. . ^ ^ .Wlien I "came here .1 .^thought I • woiild-quit the service in Sept ember, but the' officers and men have said so much that T have • concluded To stay. I will have to enlist abo^t 200 men to be • able to re-muster and I'can do'it if I am allow d to. I think I can get a good many in Eecatur, but if I could make a trip about 200 miles west of here with m.y regiment I could get all I want, i have a good regiment,•the best 1 ever aaw, and if I could got carte blanche to go where I wanted to for about two months, I could make for myself and regiment a name and reputation. I have made up my mind to buy th^ Mathias' Plantation near fcooresville, Alabama, and .if I dd I shall settle there and live ftnd my ftonnection with this regiment will do me a ^eat deal of good in'after life and will give me a good position in the State ' and a good d'^al of capital, can'be made eut ©f it, and I can. do the country some good,' , ■ . .i , I think Godfrey will resign this fall. If he doos,..! should 'like to give '^ichetibr a majority and have hli)vv.-lth mc^, but I want to be in your command. . I ihink Dr, llackland's Plantation, in Limestone County, can be bought for. about |l5,C00'^n Soujthern State money. It is a good plantation, one of the best .in the county,-. JTould not you liko to Invest in it? He 'Is how about sixty railo& -west of here, t I can 'buy fivo thouoaiwl dollars of thte money -for -33^ on the dollar here. If you will go in with me, I think there is no dahbt but what it 1396 ■ If- wAugust, ]364. • ^ vill "bring tv/lce that in good one y after the war'is aver. If I could see you I could tell you some laughable thing? pbout the c--nmand here. I could write a comic- history. The demoraliza tion of the people here £s terrible. I nev-r saw anything likoit in-New York City. T . ■ I am gratified to hear-of the splendid success of the 16th Corps in the fight^of~.the 22d and 28th. All here say you saved the Army of the 22d, I-have been mad at myself that I did-not >stay to see and participate in the glorious events of those days, but I cbhld not See the future,. • . •How do-you like Howard? ,I think, he is a .pretty gpod ma;i, but, of course, I do not know, and I think..it a.good chonge. But am ^ 'glad that Logan is not in commiand. When I r"turned here, I found my men dissatisfied and deserting. It is all stopped now, and I don't think there is a man in the regiment that wou]d not die for me. They do not'know how to manege these men and keep'them straight', hut T ofth do it without difficulty. We have been paid and all have lots of money, « I an sorry that I' hav not gotteh the veg etables to send by Capt. Flint, but' wi-11 send them by Sunday at thje' fnrtheafc. Please write when you can and tel-1 ne tThe news. ' * If I can b nefit you, send for toe. If I am of no use there, please let me remain with the regiment, unless you csn ord r it to i 1307 August, inf^4. the front. " Tf you can I should like it for we 'are* of no use here. First of' all for the benefit of the regiment I should like to go ^to Alabama .on a rampage and next to you and do some duty.^ Ge.i. Dodge to his wife, near Atlanta, 4: * It is now 12 M., and at-2 l/2 a gener.al a-dvance will be made which may bring on a hard contest. I have a few moments before dinner, and will devote them to you. General Ransom reported here yest^-rday, and has a Division under me. IJy Division .Germanders are now Brig. Gen. J. li.-Corse of- Iowa, Goitjnanding Sweeny's old Division, and General Ranapm, who ccm.ma:'ids the 4th, Veatch's old divisirr, so that this little bandt has a brave, able commander at t the head. » ^ - o • : » - - t * ■ — ' I cannot^ write you particulars of 'the different fights; the Gazette of the 29th has a full account, and a truthful one; get copies of it, and send to my friends. Tho 22d was won by me, no doubt of that, and all are willing to admit it. If McPherson. had not fallen, I woUlf^ have received great credit, as it i.s, I tliink Justice will be done me. I like General Howard--se would vou. He is Christian,■ and a very fine-offifCjer; never drinks, never smokes, and, above all, never' swears. He is certainly a good ex ample to this army, which -I trust, thoy will profit by. I deceived a note from George Bat;^y yeetedday, and aent him a paws to 'ravel over tl>e railroad. He says he is doing pretty Has a store at Pulskl. i' - . • 1308 Aucust, 1864. . " j ' Grant is again on the move, and we hope he will carr3' his point. We certainl^^ heve used up a good portion of the Rebs. here.- Ten days ago, w got in the roar, destroyed 500 wagons, lots of stores ' cut the railroad, and placed the- deuce generally; while Sherman with quite a force has gone *on a big raid, that we expect good results from. Your last letter was -dated July 25th, and arrived on August 2nd, which is pretty quick! Today I hope will solve the problme, and give us Atlanta, though it may not. Hoed is -bringing to bear I . . ' ' . . . all the troops he can find. Two brigades came in yes't'^rdr.y from * f » » 7 , , Mississippi, and we manage to keep our numbers up to the mark. The Rebs admit a loss of 27,000 in those three attach,s and I asked one of the officet'iS today how irifeny more they'had, and he' said about enough for one or two killings more. If they had 'beeh"'" brought to life, and stood up right where they fetll, the rebels dead would have made a respectable line of battl'e. ' Kiss tho" girls; remember me to Minerva and family. OenV Dodge to Ben. Sherman. • «I havis been soini-officially infortne'd thit Maj. Gon. Smith has b-'^on assigned to the command of this corps. ' This,, of course, was expected to me, as you had Informed me tha<t I was to be assigned to its commarfd. Gen. McPherson had also sevebal t'imesi so informed me, and without on my part,- ever seeking the position. I was al ways contented to endeavor to do my duty, 'wherever my Commanding 1309 August, 18G4, officer saw fit to nut me, but now the case is different; from « Department and Militar;' division Hea' Quarters, the different Corat manders have been informed T was to be assugned to the corps; it was so understood by all this Army. I have had a co mand during the campaign, nearly equal in strength to most of the corps of the Army of the Tennessee, and I am confident it has cheerfully done Its duty on all occasions. iTov; to assign"a different commanders X to the corps, aryi one who has not participated in the campaign, is I a direct reflection upon jie, and will so be looked upop by all in the army,. I trust I should be spared this_ m.ortification. I_ app^^al to you ip the matter, and I believe you will give me credit of • * r never yet in all the time I served under you, or under General Grant, ever before complaining of any disposition made of me, no matter when or where it was done, and also of endeavoring, as far . . • T . <! • • • - . as my abilities admitted, of chderfully and heartily doing all in my power to further the ends and objects of all my commanding ofr • ^ . X . . , . ficons. T also desire to say that, in no way whatever, had I i . . . endeavored to seek the command promised me. Gen, Dodgers S.F.O.No. 54, near Atlanta, 4:- *• 4 I. In order to carry out successfully Special Field Orders, • T , • . . . . , . ^ No, 80, Department and Army of the Tennessee, the following instruc- • - . * * • * • . tions will be complied with, as near as possible, by D"vision ^om- '. - . ■-<' manders. 1st. The skirmish line will be doubled, rear^y to advance t * f r 4 ■ r , . . 1310 ' a;.; - * ' ;» f- Axigust, !'CC4. •V . , -.•« . y before the appointed time. As od a knowledge of the ground' . will be obtained as possible, and when the advance is made, the « . ' * batteries will ppen upon the skirmish line of the enemy, and his rifle pits carried; the move to be made in conjunction on the right with the 17th corps, and on the left, if practicable, with the QOth corps. 2d. After the enemj^'s line is 'carried, and during the tim.e batteries will continue to play upon the enmy's main works, or any of his troops that rany be exposed.' Commanders' of divisions will have an understanding with the Division Commanders on their ' " I . " ■ r* , ^ right/ and left, so that the advance "can be made in unison. Head Quarters of the General Commanding will be on the hill near the Signal Station. II. By virtue of authority of Brig. Cen. L. Thomas, Adjt. General U. S. Army, 1st Lt. Joseph Morrison, 7th Iowa Infantry, is appointed Major 111th U. S. Colored Infantry, and will report for duty to Col. "H. R. Lathrop, Commanding the regimentat Sulphur Branch '''restle, Aiabam. _ - - - r - I • . »'- Gen. Dodge to Col. Clark near Atlanta, 4;- (10DM56<f I have the honor to report in obedience to oriers, I advanced my skirmish Idne today, taking the rebel rifle pits, ^ust "before dark. The enemy attacked my line heavly, along my entire front, and drove me back. I reinforced the lino until I had'fire Regimdnts engaged, and retook the pits, and now hold them. The ground 1311 Augus t , 1864 . ♦ t however, is untenable, from the fact,that at dark the advance of the troops on my left had not connected, my line being in advance of their skirmishers, and General Leggett reported that he could not hold his line, and fell back to the old line.. I therefore ordered .that, my line.should be held, and intrench ed as far in advance of the old line, .as the connection on the - right and left would admit, PrJsoners captured say, that our extreme advance was within six-hundred yards of their main works. . ' Office Mem.', 4:- G - ■ . . - Orders were'received'from Department Head, Quarters directing that the skirmish' line" be doubled, and that the-m.en take position linden arms in tbe trenches, ready for fight, and the Artillery to . be' rea'dv for action.. ' The movement^ fco be ^ diversion- in favor, of ■General Sbhofield'*5 real'" movement on the railroad from the right. • Tlie movement commenced "at 3 "P. !f. ] "tiie skirmish Line being doubled, moved forward, .Simultaneously therewith, the -Artillery • on our lihetf opened Tsriskly upon the enemy's skirmish line and works.' •I'hi' eneray'^s skirmishers-fell back, with little resistance, our skirmishers' faking *and occupying "their vidette works, within 100 yards of the "enemy"a main line of works. - The.-enemy, however, rallied from his works in line df battle» and after a desperate re sistance our sklrmlsttej's. vv^re forced (the enemy, forcing his way between' the 2A and 4tH divisions) to give.up-a.portion ef the ' ground gained. ■ The 17thccocps on our right and 20th on the left, failing August, 1864. • t ^ to &dvsnc6 our linos hsd to Idg niuch rofusod on both right und left, to protect our flanks. Gen. Ransom to Gen. Dodge before Atlanta, 5 5th:- .1 have just returned fhom the picket line. The Regiments posted last night, have been relieved by the 30th Ohio. Owing to the line falling back on our left and right, 'we" were obliged to retire the centre to the old position of yester day, and now occupy the old position hlbng my entire front The works of the enemy in my front, are reported by Col. ' bwayne and Gol.^ Manning,' and Maj. TaY'ks', as being the main works of ' Khe erieray, having'three 'forts in ftfll view, with guns mounted, which were onened on' oia^ line when the rebels advanced to retake i the 'position, liie large fbrl'^.that operibd on Signal "Hill Battery yesterday, was plainly seen b^ Major Pfeirks, Vj'nd was not over 400 yards distant f'rom his iskirjnish line, when he was ordered back. St. Louis, 'Au^st, 5, 18G4. . ' De ar ".'Annie: lire. Pegram has gone. I had a-letter from Dr. today of tVie 26th, saying, "Saw Dodge; -e-acaped unhurt.\ which % you have heard ere this, likely. -Horrible fighting has been * ' going'on! Dr.""will not'be Mtidtered out until the 31st, and not " surely'tHen,*ad AndtheiS'^pcTt'is tired'imny heart and purse. ' " -' Gen. Howard»'s'S.F.O.ITo. 89, before Atlanta 5:- . - 'IV. Srig. Gen. TbbmaS *. SWeeny, TJiS.V. , in arrest on charges preferred by Thos. G. Fullerton, Capt. 64th Illinois Infantry, A.A. " "I ■ aqno" August, 1864. . ^ G, Left''Wing 16th A. C.; will forthwith proceod tp Cairo, Illinois, and report to the Corjr.anding Officer, there to remain in arrest "mtil siTch tiwis as the necessities of the' service will admit of a proper coiirt to be convened' for"-his 'trial . ' ' Col. Clark to Gen. Dodge, before A.tlanta, 5:- The following dispatch has just been received -from Gen. Giles A. Smith, throu-r'b Head Quarters 17th -A.C. -• "Lt...Col. A., j. Alexan der, A.A.G. Sir: , The pickets, report heavy movem.ents of trains toward our right. The rebel shirm.ishers are very active along the whole line; It may.be an evacuation, or they may be massing their forces on Schofield. Very Respy, A:c., Giles A. Smith." t " ' - « • The Maj. Gen. Commanding requests that yoix direct your skir mishers to be on the qui -vive, and unusually vigilant in the mornt • - ing, and shotild the rebel skirmishers show "any disposition to ' t retire, to follow, them up vigorously. « General Logan has been directed to fire from one of his Batteries unon the enemy's position; one (1) gun every ten (10) mint ' utes, during the night. E. 0. Hastings to Gen. D^d5e» Decatur, 5th (15DR'5);- * * ' t 'General, sha] 1 I bring men to the front v;hose term of servic3 will expire August 18th, 1864 ^ ften. Dodge to Col. E, Tf. Hastings, near Atlanta 5;- (17DR)* Leave men whose term of service ex^^ires the'18th with propor f . papers made out and signed, so that they can be irustere'd' out when term of service expires. 1314 J Ausnst, 18G4. ' ■ • r ' Gen. Dodce's S.K O.TTo 55,'near Atla^^ t& 5 ' (X3DR), I. private A. 0.' Fl.tch,'14th Ohio Battery', is hereby 'detailed for special dut3% and'^ill report at once to Maj." h. Ross, Chief of Artillery, at t.hase Read qnarters. - ■ » II-. Brig. Gen. J. M. • Corse,-Commanding 2d division, will cause ta be detailed one company of the' 52d- Illinois, for Provost Guard Duty; to report- to Captain'hV L. Chamberlain, Provost MaVshal Gen eral, at these Head quarters early tomorrow morning. • The Secretary of Far's S.O.Ko. 253,' Washington, July 29:- * '' l3. At the request'of the'Governor of-Ohio, Sergeaht' Jnc. C. Bolori, Comp^iny d'; 4''3d-0hid Voliinteers, 'is herelDy honohably discharged from the service of the TJ.iited Stat;?3 to date April 2d, 1864, to enable him to accept a'commission, with the condition that if not mustered in as an Officer, under the same, he shall re turn to his regiment as ^ enlisted man, or bC considered a desertT • • r ^ s r* » f A Office Men., 5th: t u t ♦ ' A new line in advance of the one occupied was Selected, and ^. f T" r ^ , I v" ' ■ » • ■ ' ordered intrenched, and^Batteries constructed for"Artillery, and the pioneer Corps commenced no^'is: at 1^ M. At 3 P. a demo-istration was ordrered to divert the attention of the enemy. The Batteries on our line opened fire at 3 1/2 P. L:., and kept up a regular and continuous fire on the enemy's ^ 1315^ August, 1864. laorks, and the Oily, r.ntii sunsot. TIio skli'-nlsh line advaiico^l sonc-.That, and kept up a brisk fire, and the Pioneer Corps kept busily at ivork on the new line, in sight of the enemy. nC^BS. I. Two original draguths of letter to Gen. Sher man, the more concise one.transcribed on page 1509. II. Gen. Dodge's Reminiscences of Visit to Gen. Grant at ^ity Point. ,1X1. Correspondence of Gens, Loga.., Hooker and Sherman touching I • ' Hov^ard's assignment to the Comjnand of the Army of the Teiinessed, IV. Gen.. Grant's expression to Go^, Dodge, in 1882, in referonce to Thomas, and other' general officers, V. Conversations of,Gen. Podge in regard to Gen. Howard. « VI. Gen Sliorirnn's. conversation with Gen. I^odge about Logan, Howard, Tliomas, ic. in 1885, .. . -' ' « - ' ' .1. t Gon, Sherman to Gen, Dodge, near Atlanta 6:- ., . Yours of this date is received, I know nothing of Gen. A. j, ' t * . - ' ^ w .. Smith's aoslsnmon«t to the. .command of the 16th corps. Among a batch of Special Orders received from Washington, was one assigning Uajor John Hugli to duty wit.. Gen.^A. j. Gmith, couinanding the ^ 16th ccrp^. Tt may be as coi-.miandi.ig that pai-t of th.r corps on the Mississippi, whore the resnrvoa still are. This is all any one knows rbout it. Gen, Grant, I know, supposed you would .-ucceed Hurlbut., but I l^nov nothing further than the above. I take 1316 August, 10G4. pleasure in sa:?ng that y4u have ever done your whole dutj- v/ith • r- » . ^ , , . _ . , 4 ■ - ' zeal and fervor. 'To Gen. Dcdgo froiu is'sister, Gth:- I received your Interesting- lottor yesterday afternoon, and I was delighted to hear' fro in you, as it is the first news wfe have - f r- . . ^ had direct fron you, since these terrible battles. Our anxiety was great for a few days after we received the first news, as we could hear nothing from you at all, and thought possibly you might have been woui'ided. But our fears were soon f ' removed, when we saw yoxir name, and a long description of the bra very of your Gorps. It is dreadful to rear the long lists of killed and wounded of that battle. HoV? iii&.riy families are mourning for their husband's, sons and brothers, and thosd of us who are spared this sad calamity, cannot be* too thankful*. < I was very sorry indeed to Hear of Lt, Col, "Howard's being wounded, hhen I hoar (ff any that T an so -well acquainted with, it saens pretty near home. I hope he will have the best of care, * ■ » " . and soon roco"vor. ^ I see by the paper it is not* a dangerous though very painful wound. " I'hove not noticed any other that I am so mucli Interested in. Lizzie Phillips startci! hcrac last Thursday. I think she hated to leave, for ah?; has had a good time, but her health was miserable. T went to the boat at dayH-Cht, ahd saw her off. Both she and TTncle John wore sickj 'the latter has had a severe 1317 Au^rast, 1864, • ' attack" o:' a Piorlyu-,, aat '.vac not. able to sit up for a week before he started*. I am staying up to his house nights v.hile he is gone, with Kate, his'girl-a]Td one of ttio children. Captain Taieolor is in tovvn; will take tea VAith us this evening. I want to see hir-i ^.uid g .t- what- news I can. o - I hear fi'on rfinnie ^.quitc often. . I -ain glad she is in Indianaplis, for she must sufferWith the heat in St. Louis thus v/eather, • ' ■ And Lettle is, in school, and taking music lessons. I am glad, for she will make a fine muslc.ian if she has only t'lc advantages, for she is a® sweet a little singer as I ever heard. I have regretted so much tliUt T did not prevail upon Little t ^ X - Uiiggins to pone ,uy^ with me. I tried, and she thought once she • ' f - wpuld pome but conclucded afterwards not to. Anniy said if I t ^ [ i. could got her T might have her. T y7ish you v/ould. write me the Officers that belong to your Staf , Mr. beard was asking ne a few evenings since if his cousin George Ford was not on it. I have heard since he was. T ex- ,pect you have a, large jst^ff now, and as I feel, interested to know ■who they all* are, and hew, my frieiuis are. placed, I wish, you would »wrlte me. , - : • ' I expect Captain Arndt has .njore use for hi£\ "fifth'wheel" rtbw than when he aind I laacU) such a display in the streets of Athens. I never aae'hie name in the papers, thougli I supppse he taWes an active part in aH these battles. ■rif r , \.r Auguct , 18C4. . • , , ■ Di'. Jucld-, v.iio h"S lately come here, has told^ us that Colonel Bane, talked strongly- of coming here to live^. I wish they would, r should /eel qxxi-te contented to live here ^If Mrs, Ban^e v;ere here. I have not heard from her 'for a long time. Has Adjutant Letton gone home? Ho was looking .forward to the time when he should' leave, and I thought his tirac v/as out ahout the same time Colonel Bane' s was ' ' ' '' T have not seen father since T csftne'home. He is at Elkhorn oh his for-ms. I am" afraid he will not'make much; think he is discourrged. I ••'ish ho couid get in'borne business here. We have tried to have' ITate see about it, but he sayo" there is nothing, and ^ t • . as he is on the farm, he had better' stay. I do not thirlk It is right; he is too old to ^ and*live as he does, with not a single r comfort. But he will not complain, thou^ I know he feels it, by what T have heard. I am going +o write him tonight. I feel very bad about it, but if I say anything it is not hot ced, because they say I know nothing about it; but 'l do, " We are looking forward to* ydhr coming home', though we'are *■ ' fearful We** sVirtll be disappointed, but hope hot. Wlxen do you think we shall finish un this war? Orxmt seems to be unsuccessfxil , and "who he' fa:il'3, it dAsts.^ii gloom, oVor all, -for we liave so much con fidence in him. .1 have .JUst heard of the disaster Shern;«i has met with, in losing his Cavalry. It Is too bad. I eupposo .there'is no way of got Ling it back. Wlriro is Colonel Spencer? What a great lose Oon. McPherson nu^t be to the army just at thir time, 1319 August, 1864. . . . , t ; '.:Mother"i5 w51,l, and- sends love. I wish you would write me soon. Don'*t be rash^.r" . - . , Gen, Corse to Ilajor Barne;^, before Atlanta, 6:- , . I Would respectfully report th«.':. during" the night heavy trains . of cai^G were heard :aovj.r.g^ ir, and aut^ of A^i an"ta,, also trains of wagons or apiublances were discerned moving towards our right, •'n our immediate. front . ' ■ ''" •• - , The'e^iemy's shirmishers kept up a warmer firing than we havd ever had during the night on this line. They were every indlcation of un, evacuation, by ,the ^neny, but on pweeping "their works with a glass, this, morning, and fooling thoir skirmish line strong, am ■convinced that there has been no diminution, of tjheir forces in • • - . . . ojir front". - ^ . ' NOTE: Gen. Dodge to Jud&e, Baldv/in,. 6 th.:- . „ Gcii, Howard's a.P.O.IIo. 00^^ .jDCfore^ Atlanta, 6:- ' ■ , . i . . ' X. Corps Co^j^anders will at six (6) o*clock tomorrow mornr* Ing, the 7M) inst., movo for-ffard a suf/icient number of their ■4iroop3 to occupy, and hold, the nejw line of. works. w Gen. Dodgff's.S.p.o.No. 56, near Atlanta, 6:- (13DR):- ' I. (Tapt. 8 T; Hughs, Goiiumndin.g 9th Illinois, wi,ll detail from his command one Corporal and three privates, to report 't once to Brig. 'Cen. J. '*•. FUllof, commanding 1st brigade, 4th divisio 16th A^C., for duty a^.OriJeriioa. ^ • • 0 II. 1st Lt. .Toseph B. Nor ison, 7th Iowa, h.iving declined the 1320 ' • li August, 1864, jxppoliitmont of luajor in the-11th regiindnt, U.8, C. Infantry, Ex tract III. Special field Orders Kc. 54, of date.August.4, 1864, from these Head Quarters, the appointucxit is hereby-revoked. III. By virtue.of authority from Brig. Gen. L. Thomas, Adjt. Gen.,TJ. 8. Army, Charles Boggs, 1st Sergeant Co. C. , 110th regiment tr. S. G. Infantry, is hereby appointed 2d'Lt,, Co. C., 110th U.S.C. Infantry, vice Henry Moore, killed In action May 18th, 1864. Lt. Beggs will report for duty to Cap't. Henry McKelly, Commaiiding the Company. TV. By virtue of' authority from the Secretary of War, J.H. Morgan, Ist Lt., 1st Hegiment "Mislsouri Artillery, is hereby ap- ^ pointed Captain of Co. G., i^t i^eyimout Ai.obama Cavalry Volunteers. V. private Wm. Quartarmcan, Co, D., 7th Iowa Jnfantrj-, is hereby relieved' from special service at* these Head Quarters in the Government printing off*ice, and Will report wid.hout delay to his Company Commander. Gon. Howard's S.Q.No. 17G, Chatrt-anbo'ga, 6:- (L6DR165):- '■ 1[I. The following named Officers ^haVing tende'red thejSr resi'guaMouai baSeii on-the'expiration of their term of service,* lB9Teby honorably- discharged"the ser.vTce .df the United * ♦ A. * . . - ^ f States. ' ' Wm. H. Borkey, 1st Lt.,Oo.. C.,.7th lowa'Ipfantry Volunteers; Thos, W. Eicholberger, 2nd*Lt» Go, A., Vth Iowa Ijjifantry Volunteer^ « 1321 August, 1 8G4. Office Uen. G:- - • t • - ♦ Pioneer Corps, micl .worlcing-.partiea detailed from the 5d Division, continued-to work on the newj.ine, on intrenchments aijd ' I • batteries. At 9 A. ti. , a demonstration yias made by the enmy on our skirmish line, whic'' was speedily arrested by our skirmishers and batteries. At 9 in compliance with orders from Depart ment Head Quarters, a portion of the commaiid moved forward, and occu led the new intrenched line, the ■^ight' ,(4th division) resting on a small stream, and about 200 yards farther to the general Right of the Army, than in the old line. In doing so, about 200 « • • • • . : yards cf. the works throv/n up by the 17th were occupied by this command. ^ . • " ^ ^ O . ' » r " liajor Kuhn to Gen. Dodge, Marietta, 7:- • - ' • ■ % V ^ Tould you be so kind as to send me a,kind of recommendation to ' i. . - Governor Yates, of Illinois, as I W9uld like to bring down to the 9th Illinois Infantry a lot of men, in case the draft comes off next month, arifi as T may ppssibly accept a position in that Regiment, if it should be filled up to the maximum. w • * . . . , Major fisbcrne to Gon. Dodge, before Atlanta, 7;- I A special roster of the Artillery officers of your corps aerving with this army is called for, for the use of this officer. Gen. Ransom to Gen. Dodge, near Atlanta, V;- The Sd brigade has arrived and reported. They w'ill remain « * t .at the river tonight, and move up to the front in the morning. 1322 'v .'.'V : . - \ Hugust, 1864. ..j.*.,. Tha offlcorG of the 17th N. Y., are-anxious to have Sergeant Kaj. Felix Yah Eame, 17th TT. v. Infantry, retxirhed to the Regiment. I cannot g^t along without him, and, if possible, would«like to have General Sherman detail him as an Acting Engineer, to report to mo. Please get this detail made today, or tomorrow, if possible, as the 17th Officers are detSrmiiiod to got him "hack to the regiment. j , - . . hhon will the 18th IlliAois'^come over to take the place of the 17th TT. Y.? Gen. Howard's ^.F.O.No. 91, before'Atlanta 7:- ^ . rs > - * . . , i:i. Maj. Geni Dodge v;lil detail from his command one small Regiment to report to the commanding officer at Marietta, to re lievo the IfllOth Indiana, there on duty. % •» The 100th Indiana, on being relieved, will i.Timediately report to their command in the field, * ^ I , I . , . ^ • -r Gen, Dodge's S.f'.O.ITo, 57, before Atlanta 7:- (13DR):- • t I. Trig, Gen, T.E.G.Ransom Commanding 4th division, will * • - • -v detail from his command one small regiment to report to the Conmanding' Officer at Marietta, in comrliahcc with Special ^ield Or ders No, 91, Extract II,, head quarters Department and Army of the Tennessee» . . . • - t « * IT. Private Henry M. Baxter, G6th Regiment Indiana Infantry, *' t • . . .. . . . will proceed to Chattanooga, Tenn., and bring forward to the reg iment, at the earliest practicable moment, the camp and garrison 1323 August, 1864. . * t" '-'w' .equipage, actuallj- required by. the woimand, and the conpany papers records, necessary for company commanders, to make their reI - t %" - • quired returns and ropor.ts, MB. .Private 0. A,.Redman, Co. Ci., 7th Iowa Infantry, is hereby relieved from duty at these Head Quarters, his term 06 service . . ^ . . ■ .4 having expired. He will proceed iv.i^.edlately to Chattanooga, Tenn, and report to Captain Peringer, Coi-uno-nding detaclim^nt 7th Iowa, to be mustered out. IV. In order to proper-ly carr„ out special ^iold Orders No. 92, Head Quarters Dcpai'tment and Army of the Tennosse (copy of which Is herewith enclosed.) the skirmish line will be strengthened tonight, arfd sufficient «orking details wil-1 be made to throw up wbrks.* ■ • "At 6 o^*clock tomorrotiT Aj.T. trops-sufficient tofill the " ' ' ** i » works will be moved in, and they will strengthen the position, in every posslblfe way. ^^atteriea will be ejected oh prominent ^ f . . points." The reserve will be held under "arms In the line of works, ready for any emergency. . A portion of the position to" be taken is so near* the enemy, hhat the works" must be strengthened as much as possible* during the '* , • V night, and!'grelt vigilance observed, that 'the working parties are not driven off. " Gen. I^odge to Capt, Daytorr, near 'd.lanta 7 : (10DR456) ' I respectfully request that Sergt, Major Felix Van Feme, 1324 • '« • '/L. . .f ^mgust, 1864. ' t '-* r> - ■ (T-. • 17t Neiir York Volnn'toers, be ordered to report to Brig. Gen. T.e.G. Ransom, commanding 4th division, 16th A.C., as Actng Engineer, he hav"ng served as such during the entire canpaign. * My■ reason'for this r'eqnebt is, that'the Divigioh'has no of ficer nov/ with ii to act as Engineer, or even as Surveyor, and it is indispensable that it should have one, rt • As soon as the engineer regiment of the West.reports, to ^opt. Head Quarters, I am in hopes of obtaining an officer who can re place him,^ " 'trj* . . ' • ■ Gen. ^odge to GqI, Plark, neap. Atlanta 7 (10DR457) I respectfully-reqijest -thatt in maleing, the ordvcr for the 9th 0" :o Ga.valry, yon direct that one company report to Lt. GqI, Tully, relieving J»he> company of tlie 9th Illinois Qavalry^ on duty with him; and one company to report to Departmof^. Head Quarters, re lieving the compahj ,of tho, 9.th Illinois, on duty there. The rest to report to, me., wliich will be stationed at the train. Also please order all the dismounted men now with the regiment and at Decatur, to proce.ed under my orders to Nashville, and there re mount, then to report to the fpont as soon as possible. In doing this,, T can .hrlujij forward mules, ?^c., that we need, without sending men to the roar. , . - Offioc -Mem. 7;- . . t iioved my troopa to occupy the ,new line in pur suance of orders. 1325 August, 1064. -: .i Office liern. 7:- At 9AM, one brigade of 2d division noved to the new in- ? t • • trenched line. The skirmishers of both divisions having gained considerable ground, and there-being.a better posit.on about 200 • • • yards in advance of the intrenched line that it then occupied (the . i-tHC line), I, Ocrrfrral. Dcdge, ordered thht Brigade to move forward, and hold and intrench the position, which was done. The 9th Illinois, heving occupied the^line betwee4 the 23d and 14th Corps ^ skirmishers, and having participated in the skir- .«n ( . , mishing and fighting incident to those Corps taking, pgsitign, reported to us, and were oi^ered to the rear to rest. Moved HeadQuarters , . f ^ S. L. T iggart to Gen. Dodge, before Atlaiita . 8:- The Maj, Gor^, Commanding, requests that you send in to these head quarters, with as little delay as possible, a list, by States, t ' . of the veteran regiments of your command, , ... 0en, Howard*3 S.P.O.No, 92, before Atlanta 8:- -VII,' Col,-.Hattilton, CoincxndUig^ 9t,h Ohio, Cavalry guarding trains near the bridge, will cause one ccmpaiiy of 'lis command to repoM, to Lt. Col, Macfeely, Chief Commissary, stationed near the brvLdge, relieving the company from the 9th Illinois Mounted In fantry on <lQty with him, Alsp one company to repgrt to Captain 6.. Rejdiie', Chief ^'ngijiee'p, set these Head Quarters, relieivlng the boiupany of the 9th Illimois Mtounted Infantry now here on duty, 1326 August, 1864. .' ■ ...A 'Vith the ren:ainder of his coiTiniPnd"^ Col. Hamilton will report to Maj. Gen.'Dodge, to'De stationed as at present, guarding the ■ , I ' ' ■ trains. 2d. Maj. Gen. Dodge will direct' all the dismounted men of the 9th Ohio Cavalry to proceed to Nashville to be remounted, and then to report to him as scon as possible, bringing fohward mules and horses for the 16th corps, thus preventing the necessity of seriding men to the rear for that special purpose.' 3d. As soon as relieved by the 9th Ohio Cavalry, the ''-'ompanies of the 9th Illinois Mounted Infar.try -.7111 report to Maj. Den. Dodge for orders. ' Gen. Ransom to Gen. Dodge, near Atlanta, 8:-* I am just in from the picket line. I sent out the v'Dth Ohio and o^lh New Jersey, and Pioneer ^orps at 5 l/2 p. M. Established f% line of works on ridge, and the men are well at wbrk now putting up line of works. ' Ye had to adVor.cb bub tine of skirmishers about 100 yards, ' o . . . , and created a little "hubbub" by so doing, which-you doubtless heard. " • I think- everything is arranged^ all right, for the night in my Trent. T expeot to" haVe a good line of works in the; morning, 1^111 report dtihlng the night, if anything" occurs. I haw no4 hekhd froJu the Sd division, but up to ,7 P. M. they had not adVttfi^d theih lln'e of skirmishers y oti the right, but I 1327 August, 1864. t'PH thin'i: the3** got^ the'groimd'tlw-y r/ere after without, changin'g ' their right. . . . . .. . . '" ■ Gen. Dodge to ^61, Ciark', hear Atlanta," 8:- (10DR457):- General Corse reports that he is now (8:45 p. y..) v/ithin forty yards of the top of the ridge on which the de-ad, trees, are'. He says no one advanced on his loft until just ?iow,„ there being so;.e misunderstnaind in the matter. Re is- about advancing to the ,top but I -judge the'oneftiy 'are holding, the ridfee pretty stubbonrly. Geh, Corse is intrenching'the ridge'this side, aaid if he gets the other side tonight, will intrench that. In accordance with your orders, I have directed my front line to move into the nev/ works at 6 A. M. , tomorrow. If I understand the ground,, the 20th Corps should move Up also, or it will expose Gen. Corde's left, especially if he should gain the further ridge. Gen, Ransom, is intrenching his line whei'*©' Maj'. Goh, Howar4 d'irectdd. . " . The -wiomy hfefi'attacked Gen. Corse twice, but so far, he has * held all the gi^dOhd taken today. g .loOffidW Mem. 9':- : . f " r • Preseiit skirmish line to be intrenched tonight, and a sufficient r.xunber of tfcoops to be mo-yed in to hold it tomorrow. The skirmish line gradually advanced, gaining and holding ^ound, and by direction of Gen. Howard, the skirmish 1 ine was atrengUaened arid ordered to hold its line along the .crest of a hill, withlW plain,vWTl'bf, mid about 600 yards distant from the 1328 . r.x August, 1SG4 ^ enerny's'works. Heavy details of working parties, and the Pioneer Corps, vrere set to v/ork to intrench this line. ' The 9th IJ.linois moved ^.o a position on the extreme right of the Army,. h. : " * • ■ J3d brigade, 4th divSaion arrived, and reported from Decatur, ' ■ Priva^te Diary Mein; 8: TIrxs throv;n fro:-, my horse and^ laid up. r. Gen. Howard's S.F.O,No', 92, beflore -Atlanta, 8:- ' IX, Gohps cojnmanders will cause their present skirraish_ line t© be intrenched completely tonight,_and v411 move into^ themr suf f j cient niunber oT troops to hold and-occupy them- tomorrow morning at G o'clock,^ r <• ' - Care wil'l -be d.alcen- to comolete the connection between the " * - t . - several corps, ■ . , I Gen, Dodge to hi-s wife, near Atlanta 9:- i.' ' ■ 'All our. bibtteirles are-tlfuiidering av.'ay at Atlanta. More or less fighting has boon going -n dally. Yesterday I lost a .out two hundred killed and wounded, and was myself, thrown from my ^and Wuised Up a little, 1' am' very s'ore today, aaid Should keep •quiet and hold to my terit, though ,I am up' and around. Tho ca.-,.- palgn begiiite to toll .on me; a man cannot fight always without some little rest, t hope Ve may Ooon get the Gate-City, arwi ha-vre a littlerost, Hood*^ fighting'pertinacity and bull dog bravery are accompliehing'mofe thrn Johnston's strategy, but when he ^Hood) 1329 August, 1864. gets through, I think we-vTill-no*t be very much troubled with !iis Army; their loasos are enormous. ^ : Yoiir box came safely.^ The whisky is verj'^ fine. I have al ready tried the-blackberries, dried beef, etc. peauhes are not so much of a luxury; as strawberries, cherries, pears,, &c. , TThen Atlanta falls I-shall mako'eur effort to-see you, and no doubt General Sherman willlet me go, as T h'-ve got good commanders left, I feel sorry at the^ repulse a! Petersburg; it gives the rebels courage, ; nd -the nomination o|' if.o^iticians ITorth keeps up their spirits. 1 am Confident 'Atlanta will fall this pionth, but we have got to dig up to then. I advanced to within 600 yards of their lines" surrounding the City ye sterday. The streets, houses, &c,, are in plain view. "?^e oftep hear 0$* pdeple being killed frbirf our can onadlng.* • ' • • ■ - •• ^n, the 2eth, when'" the 15th had a hard fight, I only had five reglc^nts in. They "lopt ubout fifty. . I would like So much to see you. It hardly aj^ears possible that we ohbtara b«- oep*aStod much longer, but there is no telling how Ibng wo may ha-ve'to'thunder away here.' Great changes, aretaking place--McPheron gone; Palinor also has left, arid Hooker. New men are taking tiieiC corps, and old ones give way to them, more ambitious. Remember me to all, kiss the girls' and write often. I dream of you ni-ghtly, and Ella and Lottie are never out of my thou^ta. 1330 August, 1864. . ".i. « ' . Bullets never fly so swift and fast but whati home and its inmates are plainly in view, • - o' - t •Gen. Corse to Gen. Dodge,* before Atlanta 9:- On arriving- at head quarters, I found Col Asmuson had left; he, howe.ver,. reported himself, very much surprised at the distance between our advance and-the line of the 20th corps. He told ^apt. Carper he wnuld immediately return to his corps, and have the line advance'd so as to connect with our left. Will also have a Battery placed upon the ridge, which ho deemed a very excellent position for one. As'soon as the 20th'C-rps con<forms to our line you n-ed have no further anxiety about' your left, and as soon as their skir mishers advance, beyond th^it, m'y men will be relieved from the fire which now-annoys thein, from" the. front of the aoth Porps.. . I feel satisfied with last night""s labors, and hope it Will ' meet wlth'yblir 'a^robation," as It has already, with ^en, Howard's, Gen, Corse, to" Gen, Dodgfe, Before Atlanta $ ThS man are at'wbrk nOv/, orectiiig a battery at a sthong point. The 20th Army Corps are also pitting a fotir gun Battery near my left. My Bfettery will be ready;%fy tlalight, I think as I"will work my Pioneer corps all night. ^ • •_ ' Tomorrow I will put: in si ^ Napoleosn, but will not open until the Batterios on my loft are prepared, as I am imder the fire of hfeatVy .guns. I will endeavor to* push s^ome vldettes out tonight, Mik&'trWiGil vigilantly any rovement the enemy may make. 1331* August, 1864. • V T ^ • A.A.G.Thonias „i:. Viacent to Geij. Dodge, Washington 9:- I have hhe honor to acknowledge .the,. receipt of your letter of the 29th ultimo,^asking that Coionsl George E. Spencer 1st ■^labama « Cavalry, be axithorized to recruit for his regiment. In reply, T am directed to inform you that no objection is made to reciniiting the regimont by Col, Spencer, provided the reI crults cniffle to the regiment, but that a recruiting part-y for the ,same, cannot be authorized. t o' ' ■ * . . Gen. Hovard's S.p.o.No, 93, befoee Atlanta 9 - A Military Commission is hereb y app^ointe d, in accordance with General Orders No, 100, War department, series 1861, to examine and report upon the cases of Officers of this command who have been reported absent without leave. r ' « The Commissioners consist of CqI, A. J. . Cummings, 39th ^ t. ■ , • . Iowa Infantry; Capt. E, Conklin, 66th Illinois Infantry; Lt, Fred Hope, R.Q.M., 16th Iowa Infantry; and will convene at Marietta, Ga. on Monday, the 1^1 th inst. or as soon thereafter as practicable, and will continue its sessions until further orders, forwarding its proceedings to these Head quarters daily. i The commanding offcier at Marietta, will please furnish rooms, &c. and pfford all necessary facilities for the prompt transaction of the business of the Commission. ^ * Corps commanders will refer all cases of the above nature to thi* commliSsi on. 1332 August, 1364. Gen. Hovvard*s S.F.O.No. 93, Before Atlaritr", 9: II. The following is the order for today, from Head Quar ters Military Qivision of the Mississippi. Corps Commanders will see that it is carried into effect. All the batteries that can reach the buildings of •Atlanta will fire steadily on the tc\m, using during the day about fifty rounds A . ' 4 . - r . .. f 4. . . - ^ » X. •* - . per gtinj shells and solid shot. General Schofield will, during'the cannonading, completely develope the enemy's strength and'position on his'left flank. Gen. Dodge's S/p.o.No. 58, near Atlanta, 8:- (13DR) I. In accordance with instructions from Department Head Quar- '• ■ * . I tors, dismounted men of th? 9th Ohio Infantry, whether present with th regiment or in the rear, will'at once proceed, in charge of a coapetent Officer, to Nashville, Ten?!., and obtain the necessary 4 , * ' * • r . • • ♦ . . . • % . 9 • « horses and equipments to moUnt and arm them. As soon as mounted and equipped, they will at once return to their regiment at the front; the Officer in charge of the detachment, will' report to t Capt. J. K. Wing, Chief QM., for instructions in bringing forward • ' . ' - rj' • to thecommand such stock, transportation and Q.M. stores as he may ' w , ■ ' * « draw, II. Lt. D. M. "eid. Act. Q.M., 64ht Illinois, will proceed to ChQttanf)oga, Tenn., and bring forward to the regiment the rec rds and papers necoss^i'y to the mnking up of the required reports and returns. le Will return to his command, at the earliest practicable. V* ''''. '/ '**, August, 18G4, ., - ' , 'r./i moment this order, subject-to the approval of the Ma j.Gen-. .Command ing the Department. . ■ JTT. Capt. E, Conklin, 6Gth Illinois Volunteers, is hereby ■ relieved from .the command of the detachment 66th Illinois, on duty at these "ead Quarters, and T^/ill comply «ith the requiremeiits of Special Field'Orders, No, 03,. Head .Quarters Department and Arm^y of the Tennessee. • > ' ♦ • * Lt, J. . F.edfield, 39th Iowa Infa try, A.A.Q.!.'., at these Head Quarters, will assume Command of the Detachment GGth Illinois, .Gen, Dodge to,Col. Clark, near Atlanta, 9:- (10DR458):- In accordance with instructions from Department Head Quar ters, I occupied,my advanced works this morning at six o'cloclc but up to this time, (lOA.!.!,) no movement on the right or left.of me has been made; a skirmish line only connecting witli my front line v' ' ./i' Iv"" Gen. Dodge^to-Gen. Corse, near Atlanta 9:- (10DR458):- Yotir note la received If the 20th Corps comes up you will be all right. I am anxious to have a good large, strong battery put in on youj? front j -wherever you daaar beat; I leave it to you. If you eh'-i get to work on it tonight, so much the better, as we may want t© use it. • • , • The 17th A.C. la moving up to us this P. * so-that both of our flanks will be swoure. Make your front as strong as possible. As lonf as we are so near the enemy, we are likely to suffer from his aharpshooters, but you can force them back as soon as the con1334 August, 1864, . ■ . , ' nections are perfected. Have your picket line watched closely for any movement of the enem^' tonight. • , Gen. Dodge to Capt','"^aniels, near Atlanta-9':- (17DR):- , In accordance with instruction's from Maj. Gen. Howard, Command ing Department anfl" Army of the Tennessee, you will send forward your mounted men with Lt. Boyd,. A. A, G.i:, , who is bringing through the recruited stock of this Corps, stationed near j'^ou. The dismounted men will'; be sent to Nashville, moxinted-as soon as possible, and then join the regiment at the front.' Bring with you the tra7isr • »• portation belonging to th% feglmfent at the froht, and such camp and garrison equipage as is needed in the field.. Cooking utensils should be immse''lately forwarded by cars. Extra baggage can be stored with tfie stores of the Corps at Chattanooga. Office Mem. 9:- ' At 6 P. I'L, one Brigade from each Division advanced, And occu pied the'new advanced llne^ in so doing, C'^nnscMcr. was broken with the right and'left,"by'failure &f the 17th and 20th Corps to adVance. , a T . ' ' V • At 10 A. M, , orders Were received th®<wi>'to and the Artillery of the line Opened a fire upon the City, and thA enemy's works"and cropc, and continued ^hroughout the day regtilarly- firing In all rounds to the battery. ' ' * At 4 P. M,, connections were made-Wn the right and left of thv. now line, bj' advances therto of the 17th and 20th Corps. Ausiiet, ]664. r-r-,'})! Private Diary llerr,. 9 Tn tent all day. Moved out to new line . • "Ml Gen, Vandever to Gen., Dod^e, Rome, Ga., 10:- Fran information brought back by my Ad jutant. General from the front, I am forced to believe that some despicable individual has taken upon himself the office of informer sub roea, as to what transpires at this post. Your Adjutant General was particular in his inquiries as to whether I was not engaged in hauling in cot- , ton by the use of Government teams, &c. I^have only this to saythat whbtever may have been ipy action, in regard to cotkn, or any thing,else, I court the most rigid scrutiny in regard to it. I .have had nothing whatever to do vith the cotton of the oountr". If any of it has been brought in^ it has been done without my knowledge, and against my orders. I am not a'.varo that a solitary bale has been shipped from Georgia since I assumed the command. All that I fmmd.in Rome has been collected together in a place of % security, and ia kept guarded as.the property of the Government. I could not bf^ve don^ less than this, as it- wotild have beeq liable a to waste and destruction if left unprotected.. I trust you have sufficient regard for me to induce you,to discourage the car-fng, fault-finding spirit of such as are too cowardly to jnako. open acousat ions. , As these stories have g.qne to 3'our Head Quarters--for what reason I ctmnot tell--I hope you will inform me of their author. 1336 • y August, 1864. * It is danmable to think that a fev; reptiles have found their way into the Army, who disgrace the straps they v/ear by covert slan der of all whb' do hot favor the'ir mean projects,* and who are oftener found skulking in the rear, than exposing their worthless lives in the front. Mra. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, 10:- Tho days and weeks creep by, ad still there is no sign of T - - ■ • . . . . . Sherman's Army resting. Every week since the battle of the 22nd I have thought- next week wfe will hoar or see some prospect of the campaign being over. This summer's work will use up our brave army terribly. How my heart aches for them, and for their loved ■ - ■ • ■ I". , ' 'ones at home; for every bullet that hits one of our brave soldiers, • I worse than kills those depending on him at home. As for me, ten thousand deaths would be preferable to this constant) sickening ^ ^ V , ^ ' - ... anticipation of what the next battle or skirmish may bring forth. t . , r . The last thought at night, the first thought in the morning, is ' • I- - - what has fate in store for me? Little do you men knovif wtiat agony at time we at home feel, but 1 did not intend to write in this strain; but your letter of 3l3t in which you think of home," made me blue enough, thbugh I am not much otherwise m.ost of the time. Oh, when will th£s war endl I cannot see that'we are ■ any nearer It than a year ago. As fast as we gain eny-victories in the West we have disasters in the East to counterbalance the effect. . 1337 Aiogust, 18G4. , ■ ^ If the news is true that Farragut is successful,at Mobile, it will be glorious news, but I fear it is not. The inaction in ...Grant's Army is so inexplicable, or when they move-it is only repulse, till I sicken at the name of "Potomac." Political affairs North do not look very cheering. The ..... draft is creating a great excitement. Copperheads boast openly that they will resit it, and successfully. No doubt leagues ex- • • ist for that purpose, and the Union men. are not much better. You v/ould be surprised to see them band together and try every dodge in the world to escape^the drafti Governor Morton is doing all the can. Has sent notice to Commanders of home tro9p3, the Legion, &c. to r'cndezvous^ at Indianapolis at such" a time. We may have some battles up here, there is no telling. Did Col. Howard go I ■ homo?^ How is he? Isn't Barnes-messing with you? You never men tion prince and my pcny--are they.all right? I have not failed t6 write e-*ery day or two. Your mails must be backward. Col. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome, Ga., 10;- I was just over to Vandever's Head Quarters, and found him as mad as a March hare.^ He says-that Letton returned from the front, and that Major Bamep' had af&cused him of speculating in cotton, - and prostituting his conmand generally. • Ho said that he had writ ten you concerning it, and Intimated as much as though I was the informer. T wish .you would caution Bamoa rbout what he says, as it onlv makes uhnecessefry tfcuble.- As long* as 1 am under hie cora1338 August, 1864. • . mand it is better to get on with as little trouble as possible. There never was a more weak, imbecile administration of affairs in the world than at this post, bu.t, at the same time, it does not pay for'me to get into a per'-onal quarrel. The best way is to get away as soon as possible. Please caution Barnes to be more careful in future as to whom he talks to. When I come down I will'-tell you all. Col. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome, Ga., 10:- ' I send you a horse, Rowett says he is the best one here, and 1 think he will suit you. He is ohe best wdlker I ever saw, tLt. Snolling owned him, and would not part with him for anj' price. Rowett wanted the horse :^or^ you, and after I told Snelling all the circumstances, and how you are situated he made you a present of the horse. It came like^pulling teeth. I gave Mm the steed, but had great difficulty in making him'keep hlra. This rornlng T bought' th^" steed and. niQt own him, but think 1 shall sell him, «' • , . . ^ , There is now news here.' Rowett has taken Command of the 3d Brigade, and Cummlngs is bai^ly dTAgustiSd.- T lirish that Vandever was away, and that Rowett was in ^ommaftd. Any maSn of sense, and a pract ical man here," is-what is needed. Letts n is reaiy in comttenil J ' ■ , '' 15 will olJiS# down the last of the week. ' 1—anr mad- at myaelf to think 1 came \ip "at all, but. now I don't want to leave the regiment August, 1864. ^ - but I do want to do something. I o-ould run any risk for the chance to make a reputation for myself and regiment. I would do it if I could get an opportunity. -The liacklnnd plantation can be bought at a bargain. . I sent, a woman to "Ta.lle,dega to make the .. barjjain. Gen. Howard*s S.P.O.Ho. 94> Before Atlanta, 10:- Corps Comanders will thoroughly reconnoitre their, front, ,^rWith a viev; to thp-practicability of a nearer approach, to the • • rebel works-, and so locating detached works or bfetteries as to hold the lino with a smaller number of'men. • - » The enemy will be annoyed by-the skinnishers and our artil lery as much-as possible so as to'force him- to regain inside his works. Office Meir.. 10: Pxti-afct'9. Tnstmctb me to. reli'Rve. one- re'giment-of the 17th A.a on the front-. . . » '- -At 10 A. K. orders were received to advance the skirmish line • «n<i, if pooaiblo, to throw up detached works in advance, of the main line. , . At I P. I'.., the skirmish, line was ordered to advance, (a Bif- » « ficult undertaking, the enemy's skSrmisherB were only 50 yards in advance cf the main line, and the face of the countr:; being open every man beyond our main line was in plain view and exposed to the enemy's fire.) The enemy kept up a brisk Artillery fire on our line all day. The skirmish lin d was advanced a short dis1340 August, 1864. ,ance. private Diary !^em. 10:- The enemy and our line* very close, T It ■ ^r. 'Brown to Ge'fi. Dodg'e, •Shinman, 11VI have not yet invested any money for. iron. T am slow, but I have not yeA be«n -able to *find anj'^ real estate that I would begin to pay the price asked for it, except perhaps one or two pieces unimprove . I found a lot 31 l/4 feet front, by 150 deep, opposite the New Southern Hotel, on which is'a good 15 years old brick dwelling. I asked the value of it'of two b'h'three friends who priced at at $600 or J^IOOO per front foot. The price is $35,000, 'decidedly too high, the whole rent" would not exceed $1,500. This is the only lot T have found that I would buy at ai:! . The only Oove-^nment pan or now offeping are 7.30 3 years and 10-40- bonds. The 5.20 bonds and the 81 bonds can be had from, brokers at 5 l/2 to 1$ per annum. J think there will prob ably'he some gold interes't hond"B ' offered «6on*. t think I would have f)ought some of the 7,30 notes if you had hot restricted me to the gold Interest bonds. In regard to starting business in St. Ibuis*. i have thought considerably ahout it, and can not decide' to go In while all kinds Of itdse. are so ver?- high. I rill continue to look for improved city property. T have foiir real estate agents looking for me now. ■>,V I) 1341 . -i-'t ■ ' f'. .; Au^u^.t, 1864. Gen, Dodge to CqI. near Atlanta, 11:- (10DR458):- t - • i Brig, Gen, Corse reports to Tie tonight that he has but nine Corpanies in reserve. Gen. Corse says he has been obliged to put one regir.ent more on his loft io eonnect with the 20th A. G. He has one regiment and.two companies on tlio skirmish line, .vhich takes all of his ooimTiSvnd except nine companies .as stated. His men have been i.a the + ronches now two days and nights -.vithout rglief, I do iiot ^ can relievo him, foi". Ge.i, Pansora has one regiment on his left, as a-reserve to. cover the gap bej<v/e^n '^iai and "on. Corse, should it become .necessary, This will leave 'rim, two Regi ments iu^rcserve. It seems to mo that the 20th Corps-should re lieve -.ne i'egiment on the left of Gen. Corse's line. Please call Gen. Howard's attention tp this, as I informed him differently toni^t, net knowing of Gen. Corse's new disposition of troops. '• Gen, Howard's S.P.q.No? 95} before'Atlanta, 11:- IX.- Haj, G«n, G. M. Dodge, commanding Left Ping IGth ^'^^.C., vill relieve' with his command- one regiment on the front of the 17th Al'my Corps, Gon, Howard's F.G.O.No, 10, before Atlanta, 11:- Capt, Aarod P, Gilbert, Aaat, Adjt. General ¥. S. Volunteers, announced on duty at thoae-Hoad QwArters, and will be respected and obeyed aocordingly. Gen. Dodge's 3,?,0<Ko, 59, near Atlanta,.11; (13DR):- I. In compliance witn Special Field Orders No. 74, Depart- August, 1SG4. * ' Eient and Arr.;y of the Teuiiassoo,'Safgoaiit Louis L. Troy, -^ctg. Ad jut an'. 9th Iliinois luountocl Volunteers, •'•ill proceed to ITaahville, Tennessee, for the purpose of procuring Spencer rifles or i r • • carbines'for the regiment. He will return to his conmaand at the earliest possible moment. Conductors Tj. 3. Hall roads are req'nested to pass him accordingly. . i > II. Every battery in the command rill be nlacod in pssitinn in the front liuG% Strong ro-rks will bo built to hold them, and when "nocoStoO/'y, fhoyk.will bo oaaeiauted. This slio ild ba done by daylight tomorrov.-, the'"l2th instant. i 2d. As coon as all Batteries .^rc In position, wherever the enemy open a gun upon-any part of the lino, every gun that can be brought totbear upon it will imiaodiately brought ifito action, and continu<#'t^'fire until the enemy's guns-are silenced. 3d. The skirmish line v.-ill be instructed to keep a hot fire upon the enemy's skirmish line or mai.t linoy and especially upon embrasures of his Batteries^d'arin-g the day, and evory. opportunity to be taken to force-the enemy's skirmishera into thsir ;.iain works. Thiring the night tiio skirmish line rill not fire unless the enemy advance. ^ ^ ^ • ,• "T n* • 4th, Divi»ioii Comoivlora rill select some , part of the line .to approach the^enemy's works, and commence to work up to Ihem by parallels and aaps . III., :Gora.dyoioucd_Officer and thii 'tjT onlistod men of 1343 ■. i . ;i ; ' V' . .v VHK;., . lT_ AucVi-'-it, ■'CC4. • r.f.id rou v.ci'J.cl be ^--1 ir. ccr.n.n^r'. ci *bn ontire 16th X.C. I an much obliged for the promotion of Colonel Sprague. Please tsll him so. loa. Dodge to his wife, near Atlanta, 12;- I got your let'er of August 3d,'and havo very little to write today. We are still pound'ng to pierce Atlanta. Todaj'* 100 guns are opening upon Atlanta, I am very near tlie city, 1200 , yards off, and I can see info its streets, and send a shot almost when T ploaae, T - ouia like to have you buy 5 gallons of that nice whiskey, put it in a keg, box it -up, and direct -it samo as before to Care of Capt. Il^rton, Head Qura-tors, 'Depar-fment of Tonuesaee, Chattanco ga. Put in any other nice things you may .have, s®rao nice-butter, &c. t havo gotten over my fall. It was an iinlucky fall, some thing like Pea Ridge onti^'not so bad. ; ar(e fighting daily. I am losing a good many m.en, but more are coming up. You will get, a li^ght in .the cloud from Mobile If wo get M-obilo it. will be a, good thing for this Army. You will also hrv{3 heard of the cavalyy raids ?e pade, they doing immonse dasiagp to the enemy, but our losses ^jrere severe; bad^manajjment on th p-'wt of one ©r two co.miands caused our loss; hew we are waiting patiently t o aoe whr-t Cerioral Sliorman will do, and \vhat kind of a twist he will take on them next. Wg would all like to have a fur- « lough, bi>t wo must burst .^tlantu firsi , and tlu-n T thin.c we ".-i""! * - • . ■ ■ 1346 -T'- . I ".'oulcl lil-:e to s-vj Mato's accouiit cancelled up to July 1st. Write me if there is an express affice and telecrapli office at Greenfield, and if not, how I must telegraph and express to reach i • ■ What is Bailey doing?. How is George doixig? What is Joseph * - • .. . * going to do? I suppose, the Dr. will go out, after this campaign is over. T do not think he will before it. He says he caianot get out' very well ^^e-fore that time. T a " losing, men ..all the time 100 r.'esterday dn 50 the day hofo^re, . The IG^th A.C. -is winning opinions, by its cactivlty, &c. I am now- nearer the enemy ^ thaii anyoiic .else. Wq IlQPherson so much, because lie was a ■great soldiei-i ' ■ ' .0 Hiss the ylris, .tell oth'^ta T wait to-ffoo . •Uiom -so much. What a'r.uiip T woul'd'hTvo vo-l ■^hat'n riimous I would kilsik up rolling them over on the floor. I hope tJiey aio healthy, and lonr dug fast. Love to Min. Take care of your eyes, and do npt read at night. Gen'. Dodge's S.F.G.Ko. C5, near-"Atlanta, 12: ■ . (iSDrO :- I. Company B, Oth Illinois Inffuitry Voluritcors, Lt. ^ilgo. Commanding, is hereby detailo'd fob special duty in Gou.iissary De partment, a)id will report accordingly to Capt. C. C. Carpenter, Chief, C. S. III. T.t. William A. Warmer, 52d Wisconsin Infantry Volunteeiu is hereby relievod from duty, "s Acting Assistant Inspector General August, 18G4, .tituni.V Ist Brigade, 4th division, 16th A.o.-, and v/i 11 .report to his regImental conmander for duty*- hrtfl ^ to m/lt t/tnJ Gen, Howard's S..0;.:,17e, ID -(16^169)) : - •' -ofilT JmotI e. .'The following; r|«j«^:OffiGQr3 havin-.tcnuerod thedi- resignr.lioi y^ed cn the expiration df their term of service, are hereby, honorably discharged, > ' iO c Mr, Wightman, 1st Lieut. Co. K., 7th Iowa Volunteers, . . I \ J D. T. Bowler, 1st Lieut, and Adjutant, 7th lov^a Tnfantr-y VojLijnteor! • t»ereiA»n[ jrgj; ^grries to rrei>. Corse, near Atlanta, 12 (10DR464) : - The Major General- -Commanding directs that your Pioneer Corps that has rested today, with a detail of 100 men under three officers, supplied with picks and shovels, report to Capt, Ford, A.D.C, at G.30 this P, M, at the Battery where the siege guns now ' are, for the purpose of completing the new Battery. ^£df .-f ". tfii Lt. Morrison-to Gen. Dodge, Decatur, 12, (15DR45):- captJ fianiola and 391 men and 100 horses left at 11 o'clock faliWiw on the 10th for Marietta.'''^ « or- xl;'! . ' , ^ - eo i C. S, Cooper to J. W, Barnes,. 12 (15DR46):- ' Receiving nbthing but some horses, General Webster knows the condition of the battery he hos ordered. Turn over the horses to Q. M, Donaldson a|;aln* They will be cared for and sent forward tonight, Fioase answer .what I do., .. ;j tat 1348 iMW mmtP mt i . - .tn August 1864. .^4; t' ^ Office Mem. 12:- '"•)r ,0^311'! teX The artillery of the co r.and ii?as' placed in position on the front line with orders to open vigorously upon e.ach one that the V# enemy should develop, until they succeeded in silencing the enemy's fire. The- skirmishers were ordered fTo keep up through the day a constant fire upon the enemy*p skirmish line, his main line and the embrasures of his forUs, 'and'to seize every opportunity to drive the enemy's skirmishers into the'ir main line. At 1 P. M. General Ransom in compliance with orders relieved a 0q - regiment of the 17th corps on his right. These dispositions being made, Gej^eral Ransom, had two regim.ents in reserve, and General ^ Corse one regiment in reserve., , One regiment or its equivalent was deployed as skirmishers on each division front, t ^n. Dodge's S.P.O.No, 61, near Atlanta, 13, ^13DR) I, private Vincent A. Menneg, Co. A,, 63d Ohio Infantry Vol- - unteers, is hereby detailed for special service, and will report at once to ^apt, T, c. Pullerton, Acting Assistant Inspector General, at these Head Quarters,. . II, All (gunnay sacks in this command now empty, or here- ' after be com lhg~ empty, will be turn"d over to the Q. M, of the Pioneer corps for uae on fortifications until a sufficient quan tity for this purpose-has accumulated, t III, The following named enlisted men having been reported ^ as deserters, and having been restored to their commands, end 1349 August, 1864, .>^81 applidations thereto having been made, they are hereby restored to duty without triil, with forfeiture_ of all pay and allowances for and during the time they were absent without authority from their commands. The expernse, if any, attending their apprehensionto be deducted from their future pay, . ^ . Private Willaim Shadden, Co, B. ^ 110th U,S.C.T, Private John OTeil, Co, G. , 110th U.S.C.T. r > ' Office Mem, 13:- t9 e: * '-r'} r" -• I' f. - - -• Heavy details continued to work on line of intrenchments and on the forts previously commenced. The "Big Gun" was placed tem porarily in position in the work previously occupied by ^^^eiker's Battery on the original line, and fired at intervals of 15 minutes upon the city. Heavy skirmishing was kept up, and the enemy's artillery was promptly silenced by our batteries whenever it open ed a fire. aoti ■ *1^ 'ii ^odgo's S.F.O,No,, 62,. Near Atlanta, 14 (13DR):- ,,,.1. - So much of Special ield Orders No, 61, from, these Head Quarters, of date August 13th, 1864, as details Vincent Menneg h for special duty with Capt, C T, Pnllerton is hereby revoked. 1t:l II. Pr-vate Thomas Dawden, ^o, E., 39th Ohio Infantry .^olrftlteers, is hereby detailed for special duty in the C.s.Department and will report at once to ^apt, C. Carpenter, Chief c.S.for duty. " I Til. Lt.Col, Jesse J, fhillips,,9th Illinois Infantry, is hereby announced a Chief of Outposts and pickets, on duty at these J:4360 U£1 August, 1864. . "»9r ^ Head Quarters. He will be respected and obeyed accordingly. Office Ker:. 14:- . At 4 A. M. the "Big Gun" was placed in the fort on the front ;irloT. line, and was ordered to be fired every ten minutes "during the day upon the city. During ttie day it® trail was broken. At 9 A. Vi,' orders were "received for the artillery of the com mand not to fire (except "Big Gun" during the day/ Nothing - otherw ise unusual on the line. V' -at! At 5 A. M. The G'eneral and Staff attended Divine Service at Department Head Quarters, Lt, Col, Phillips reported. Spencer ordered to make a raid into -Alabama. Private Diary Mem • * '»U . 14:- • Attended Divine Service at General Howard's Head Quarters. During service the enemy opened battery on my right. Near Atlanta, August, 15, 1864: My dear Lettie: I was Bo much gratified today in getting your first letter*, that I cannot refrain from telling -you what a treat it was. re ^ r t; . Little girls Tike you and Ella, whoso hearts are light and - r r 'whose minds are free from all trouble do not now what a relief it IB to hear from them, and my thoughts wa/.der to them so often during ftmmi to hear from, them, and my thoughts wa..der to them so often duri the day that it appears sometimes as tJiough I would just rim over 'and have a romp; but alasj no sueh good luck Just n w, I hope, however, it will not be long before I can see you. rsi 1351 August, 1864, ,^5er e " I am still fighting av/ay at the rebels. Yesterday we all went to Chiirch at General Howard's Head quarters. Yie hcd good preaching, had the band and had.fine singing. During the sermon -0'^ , the rebels, who were.not far off, opened.with, all their guns, and ♦ •'■'S the road of the artillery and the sharp creek of the rifle was a ■ singular interlude to the-exercise; however, ve quietly kept on, knowing they would not drive our brave boys from their works. Only think, pryaing, preaching and singing all night amid what you ■t. would call a battle. I do want to see you, and Ella and Ma so much. Be- goodgirls. Learn all you can and write me. Kiss all the cousins for roe. Give Ella a good round smack, end pinch her when 1^01! kiss her for me. Thy Father! *' A.A.G. S. L. Taggart to Gen. Dodge, before Atlanta 15;- The enclosed telegram is just received. The Maj. Gen. Commarding tequestK that you take such measures as will ensure the Sconomy recommended. Copy of Telegram from Gen. Shermaui t-o Gens, ^homas, Howard and Schofield, 15:- ■ •e.tTt.ii.': ^ -Mrtner ig-if-i "Col. ^^ansom at Resaca report® the aaemy^s Cavalry on the ^.R. near Tiiton, tearing "up track* Give orders that will ensure • great ecohoay in provisions and forage tm we can estimate the ' time required to repair damages. I have nothing beyond Resaca, .iqa G«n. John 1, Smith, at.jCartersvllle, will collect all the In- -J-GSS August, 1864. fantry that can bp spared from the defense of material points about '^latoona and go up the rodd." to . no. Gen. Howard's S.F.O.No, 99, before Atlanta, 15:-. fcni" , III. Brig. G"en. James Veatch, U.S.V. , will forth with projs ceed to Memphis, "j^^ennesaee, and report to Maj. Gen. C.c.washburne, ^ Commanding ^ist. V/est Tennessee, &c.for assignment to command ac cording to rank. . i;;>' Corps commanders will cause the ration of forage in their commands to be reduced to two-thipae (3/3 ) of the present issue. jt *•' ' ih •jc VII. Corps Commanders will, as far as practicable, prevent indisctiminate and vmncessary picket firing in their commands. ^ IX. The following is published for the information of Corps - ^ Commanders who are authorized to fill up the Batteries of their 'b am Comnandp in accordance therewith. ■ . "OfiCltil fti . Gen. Dodge's S.p,o^No, 63, near Atlanta, 15;- (13DR):- I. rorooral Benjamin West, Cq, B., 12th Illinois infantry rww- Volunteers, is hereby relieved from special duty with the Provost Marshal General at these Head Quarters, and will report without do- .■1.'* ©"xay to his Company Con*ander, for duty. sonrt*>I . . Ill A board of Surirey is hereby appointed to meet at the ** slaughter yard of C.C.Carpenter, Chief C.s., at 9 o'clock A.M. •''^'tomorrow, the 16th insiV^ tor- the purpose of investigating and fixing ^'the liability ^ the deficioaicy in a lot of .cattle for which Capt, g| 1353 August, 1864 -'■m Carpenter is held responsible. ifW^aw «Maf ,jhiieefc 0 Itoo T'iw Detail for the Board: Capt. C. I. Conger, 64th Regiment Illinois Infantry Volunteers; Capt, W. ,c. Henry, 81st Regiment Ohio , Infantry Volunteers; Lt. ^^'rank S. Kello 'g, 110th Regiment;, U.g.C.T* .nr*^ .f' ' '' Office IJem. 15;- . - •#da«ort« ' At 8 a.m. it was discovered that the enemy had improved the ftOfadvantage given by our Artillery not firing yesterday, by throwingMM up an advanced line of rifle pits, and placing a battery in posi- •3VO* II tion near it. .Our ■^rtilleryows-s at once oi'dered.to and opened a ■ vigorous fire upon this battery and the enemy's new line, driving ^ in' the enemy's working party, ^md siDencing the battery. Received notice that the enemy had broken our ralroad com- ^v-munications at Tiiton and elsewhere, and measures were taken to economize rations and ammunition. , -t y , _,.i ; Private Diayy Mem. 15:- Visited F. P. ^Lair's Head Quarters with Gen. Corse. mi ano-tc Gen. Sherman's S.F.O.No. 57, near Atlanta, 16:- t-iftorfi .1 , 1 The movement of the Army against the Macon Railroad will begin Thursday night, August IBth, and will be continued on the n of, i following General Plan, I. All Army ^omma ders will send across the Chattahoochee River, and within the old Rebel works at the bridge, and'down as far as Tunner's Perry, all surplus men, horses, wagons and mate rial not absolutely necessary to the success of the' expedition, and « P'- " ; . ; ^ U.. J i ■ • , ' ■ tv) i J 1354 August, 1864. imr. , ^ will collect in their wagons wjth best teams, bread, meat, sugar, coffee, &c. for (15) fifteen days after the nineteetnh (19th) ol4iD inst., and amrunition,. and park them near Utoy Creek. 1st Move. Gen, Kilpatrick's Cavalry will move to ^amp Creek. Maj. Gen. Schofield will cover the Campbelltown Road, and Maj, Gen. •n" Thomas will move one Corps- Gen, Williams' - to the Chattahoochee Bridge, with orders to hold it, Paice's Ferry Bridge, and a Pon -tr> toon Bridge, (Capt. Kossack's) at Turner's Ferry, ready to be laid I' ! down if necessary. The other Corps- Maj. ^en. ^tanely's - will move yt!-., South of Proctor's Creek to near the Utoy, behind the right centre of the Army of the Tennessee, prepared to cover the Bail's Ferry . '■ Road. ■'t "< T ^ WO 1S" ® Gen. Garrard^s Cavalry will'fall behind Peach Treek Creek, and act against the enemy should be sally against Gen, Williams' or ' I- ^ i H Gen. Stanley's Corps during the movement. r. . " t 2d Move. The Army of the Tennessee will withdraw, cross the Utoy Creek, and move by the most direct road towards Fairborn, ' • C - - VT going as far as Camp Creek. t>r ' Maj. Gen. Thomas will mass his two Corps, Gens. Stanley's and Johnson's, below Utoy Crook, and Gen. Garrard's Cavalry will join G«n. Thomas by the most direct road, or by the way of Sandtown ft ^ Bridge, and act with him during the rest of the move. f Maj. Gen. Schofield will advance abrest of, and in comraunication with, the Army of the Tennessee, as far as Camp Creek. 1355 August, 1864, '<t' ■ i r * - r—. - - • 3d move. The Armieii of the Ohio and Tennessee will move direct for the West Point ^o.'-d, aiming to strike it betv;een Red Oak and , Pairbom, Maj. Gen, Thomas will follow well closed up in two col- ..\imns, the trains between. Gen. Kilpatrick will act as the advance, and General Garrard will cover the rear, under direction of Maj, Gen, Thomas. The Bridges at Sandtown will be kept and protected by a detachment of cavalry detailed by Gen. Elliott, with a section of .jjguns or four (4) gun Battery, •,on i II, During the movement, and until the Army returnsto the . river, the utmost care will be taken to exnose as little as nossible the 'rains of cars and wagons. The Depots at the Bridge, at Marietta and Aiatoona will be held against any attack, and communication kept up with the Army, as far as possible, by way of Sandtown, On reaching any Railroad the troops will at once be disposed for defense, and at least one third put to work to tear up track, Ana ,ftnd dowtroy iron, ties, and all railroad material. Gen, Hward's S.F. 0,No, ICQ, before Atlanta, IC - ' XIII, The 4th Division, 16th Army Corps, Brig, Gen, Ransom, Commanding, will form the Left Flank of this Army, taking up a good position on Proctor'® Creek, To this end, Maj. Gen, %air, Com manding 17th Corps, will cause Gen, Ransom's divisi on to be relieved , and will then, in conjunction with Maj, Gen. Logan, Commanding 15th ^ Corns, occupy the entire line to the new right of the 16th corps. n-.o' . 1356. August, 1864. , 'iuxysr. r> ^ Captain C. B. Reese, Chief Engineer, will indicate to ^en. Ransom the position to be occupied by him. These dispositions will be made after' dark' tomorrow, the 17th «r inst., and Corps Cnmrnanders will make all necessary arrangements during the day, in order that the movement may be effected with "Lot .poT n '1 celerity and without noise. ' " lo no. 'Ort James H. Porter to Gen. Dodge, before -^^tlanta, 16:"-' Please accept the compliments of myself and band, also our (eft t r ' hearty thanks for your gift, which I received last night. We will endeavor to make good use of it, in procuring arti cles necessarj' to the good appearance of the Band, although at present we may not have opportunity to get what we want. Office Kern. 16:- ftXad Ik;'" ' ■ firing, «JT P f ,nor/' A Nothing unusual. 'But little "skirmishf^'and "Artillery•• General Corse takwnT'8 The sick and wounded were movdd^d Che rearjf to iJarieCta, and d ,001 .oW.O.fJI •*hfWAll , r«|0 elsehwere, • ^ I n4 909 .iTfX Private Diary Mem. 16:* Visited Ransom and Corse. Col.'^^lllsmson were here. Wheeler •"'lore up R'ailrokd inHhe rear, • ^ beiWlXent .. Vandever to'CqI.**® pencer; Rome Ga., 17;- ' 'pi .tXWI three hundred of y. Ur command, with four days rations, •^^'''and proceed down the north side of the Coosa to Oadsen -and return. ^ t a<>: .sst" August, 1864. Pick up all the horses, mules and recruits you cap; on your;return forage for cattle. •f ; /■ ,1 leol J strike the ene y wherever you find him. Bo very kind to the poor farmers and people, but give the guerrillas and Cianton's men all the fighting they want.^ Gen. Howard's S.f.O.Ko, 10, before Atlanta, 17:- » ^ - In orddr to carry out the instructions in S.F.O.No. 57, Mili tary Division Mississippi, the follov-'ing movements and dispositions -fWi" ^ made. ^ ' uio/jm : .y - N»-n-'-lst. Corps ^ommanders will select from their trains their gn • o , f, best wagons and teams, and cause them at once to be loaded with (15) fifteen days rat,ions of bread, meat, sugar, coffee and salt; ^,.(100) one hundred rounds of ammunition to the man, and forage equal if it can be obtained, to half rations for the animals for (15) fifteen days. Forage must be taken from the country ,to supply the deficinacy. [1^ T ^ These trains will then, except the ammimition, one wagon to each regiment and Battery, to carry cooking utensils, 4:0,, for the [Jtxl ,®en- the medical wagons and abulances be parked, tomorrow even- .. ing the 18th inst,, under the supervision of Col. J. Bingham, Chief Q. M., at the point where the Turner's Ferry road cresses the Huvm proctor's Creek, and be prepare'^.,ito move at a moment'snot ice, on f PridiWr morning, the 19th lnat», in the direction indicated in -Sc,: S.F.O.No, M.IXU. All the remaining trains and material, and i358 August, 1864. .' ■Qf ,1 tmuA aJJ the artillery, except two batteries to a division, will be sent across the Chattah-o diee river, and within the old Rebel ot works at the bridge, an-^ as far do":n as Turner's Ferry, if neces sary, The Batteries to be sent to the rear will be indicated by Ma.ior Osborne, Chief of -Artillery, ■ and will be subject to the orders dur ing the absence of this Army, of the ■ Commanding 'Officer '111 of the troops guarding the depots of supplies, &c. ■HOiu. Maj. Gen. Logan, Coinmandihg 15th A.C., v;ill, Tinless other wise ordered, at 8 o'clock on Friday evening, the 19th inst., with draw his command, moving out on the Green's fwrry road, crossing Utoy Creek at Judge U^ilson's, then .proceeding by the most direct road towards Fairborh, marching the first day as far as Camp Breek. * 3d. MAj. Gen, Blair, commanding 17th A.C. will at the same hour, unless otherwise directed, draw out his command by the road past Ezra Church, inside oiir old line of works, atrking the Green's ferry roal near Wilson's, and following u^' +he 15th Army _ t ffl?; Corp», ' '*4thi *a.1. Oen. Dodgr, Commanding*'Le'ft' ^ng,* i6th A.C.,'will as soon as thA troops of Maj. Gen, Blair commence to draw-out, fall tack with'his command to the position occupied by the 14th Army "" '"borps, in the battle of the 28th July, When the rear of Gen. Blair's column has passed, Oen. Dodge will take up his line of march on a road to the north of Green's Perry road, striking that road near Wilson's, and following up tiie 17th Corps. Gen* Dodge's Com1359 August, 1864. inn; mand will form the rear g-.^ard of the Army, ■ju '*Si9 9: SthwVcCorps commanders wil] cause their engineers and Staff Officers to make themselves thoroughly aeouainted with all the -:r roads on whir^h their commands rre to march, and wherever practi- -ic cable, new roads will be made to facilitate the movement, i 1 6th. The necessary dispositions of troops will'be made ^during the day on ^riday,- the 19th ,nst., in Order that the move ment may be executed silently and with dispatch, III. The 9th Regiment Illinois Mounted Infantry, having returned from Expedition under Brig. Ge . Kilpatrick, will report to Maj, Gen. G. M. Podge, Commanding Left Wing, 16th A.C. for orders, IV. Special ^ield Orders, Ho. ICQ, 16th A,c^ and ^.F.O, No. 10k,from these Head Quarters and S.F.O.No, 57, Head Quarters Military division Mississippi, are by virtue of instructions re ceived from MaJ. Gen. German, commanding Military Division of the Mississipi, suspended, and no movements in accordance theieiwht will be made. . tr»P o .hinjKi/i"' .c e ' ' VIII. Corps Commanders will cause their commands t be acte ", . tiv.e during tomorrow and next day, occupying the enemy's attention Jo and, if possible, inducing the belief that ve are tQ attack them nt in their trenc tes. Jlebel skirmishers should be taken whenever praotl cabl® . • oi IvtMib' Major Oaborne to Gen, Dodge before Atlanta, 17:- General Howard directs that every fmbrasure in your redoubts 1360 August, 1864♦ .MAT ,i«MIGUir be screened, so th^it the enmy can by no possiblity see your guns; then, in case of removal, the enemy will not discover the with j.fdrawing of the guns* -lioj -•TO Gen. Dodge's S.F.O.No. 64, neax Atlanta, 17:- (;3DR);- I. Private Henry C. Ladd, Co. C, 66th Illinois Infantry Vol unteers, is hereby detailed for special duty as Clerk, and will report to Capt, Thomas C. Fullerton, Acting Assistant inspector General, at these Head Quarters, accordingly. ^ . V Qffice Mem., 17:- * Orders were received from Department Head Quarters directing that Gen Ransom move his division at night to a position on Proc tor's Point, to protect the left flank of the Army for the con- *templated movement of the army. During the day a position was '" selected for the division. At 3 P. M. the order for "the movement was Countermanded, I." 9*1 it ( PQlj-C-t. 'i' Private Diary Mew, 17;-'' In carapfc. Heavy canr;|pnading all da^/*f , atnaOl S. Lt Taggart to^pen. Dodge before Atxanta, 18:- 'w ♦ • •<! Instructions from General Sherman having been receive'^ to the noiJ effect that the movements cwontemplatoi in S.F.If.No. 57, M.D.M. are bnly tempo'ra(rlly> sunpehdfed, OerBBttfel Or.ders IJo. 101, Extract IV. from these Head Quarters, is amended ta read "no movements in accordance theroCfli! will tfe made- until further orders." -i Pleaae cjmse dyie ^orjjjS ^ added to mKu the order 4 I 'ttt/ - rtf leiarteC w 1361 OOtl August, 1864. aoX'Ki"--ci Col. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome Ga, 18:- I am badly disgusted this morning, having been preparing to go somewhere, but this morning received the enclosed order to go to Gadsden, Gen. Vandever permitted me to look at Gen. Sherman's dis patchers to go down the Coosa and penetrate Alabama, and gather recruits. Also your dispatch made me think I would be allowed to n t , Itif somewhere where I could do something, and make a repuatation for myself and Regimont, but I see it is useless. When I return, I will come down to the front and explain everything to you, and all j:. .. . . . . the secret workings here, and will tell you .some things that will 'V . . . astonish you. W f>7. . .. . Dr. Cady says Lt. Barry's testimony will injure you very much mon't nl ^ on the Sweeny trial. I don't believe it, but you had better have . mtfo. some one to see Barry and see what he is going to swear to. Lt.Barry belongs to the 12th Illinois, and was A,d.G. to Sweeny, and was present,when you had your difficulty. I suppose I shall be gone about four or five days to Gadsen, and will come down when I return. "tiUX: Gen, Dodge to ^^ol, Clark, near Atlanta, 18:- (10DR464) fthwwiifpl'" accordance with instructions received this morning, my command opened with all Batteries, and the skirmish line opened a heavy fire upon the enemy. Te received only an occasional res ponse, but the enemy could be seen in his main works in consider able force, especially when we first opened. Afterwards they kept 1362 . '/v -• " . - - August, 1864. *■ very lovr. The signal" officer reports that the- firing of batteries O*' I.'was excellent doing considerable da;Tiase. • f' 1 o ' :: More teams'than usual have been noticed coming'iSi and ^oing «'out of town. ® - ^ *• ■ 'Gen, Dodge's S.p .0 Ho. 65, near Atlanta, 18:- (3.3DR):- oi ^ The foliov;ing named enlisted men are'hereby relieved from duty at" these Head Quarters, and will report without delay to their ' respective companies, for duty. tiMf- '•I n''. ' • !£• h'- ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ' ' r ' T Private James Merrall, Co. B. . yth Kansas ^avalry. Private :'Xri Benjamin F. Whitehead, Co. B. 7th Kansas Cavalry. Private James P. Elliott, Co. K., 7th Iowa Infantry. All public property in their fiAtt**' A' i possession will be turned over to Lt. 17. Hedfield, A.a.Q.M. \ •Wild II. The following officers are hereby detailed for duty in ' 'in' ' . / ' hospital at Marietta, Ga,, and will report to Surgeon J. A. Follett, 39th Ohio Infantry Volunteers. ''#ltO -IT Surgeon Jacob Dennis, 27th Regiment, Ohio Infantry Volunteers. Surgeon Wm. A. Follett, 25lh Roglment, Wisconsin Infantry Volun teers. Assistant Surgeon P. 3. Starr, 39th Ohio Infantry Volun teers. Surgeon George W.* Doris 17th New York'Infantry Volunteera. Chaplain N. U, ryohokff, Bftth Illinois Infantry Volunteers. • ' ■ ' ' Office Mem. 18:- At 10 a, m. a demonstration was made by artillery and skir- *' > - . r fi ■ mishers. 9th Illinois relieved and reported and sent to the river to have horses shod, I Augunt, 13o4. ^ - ,s . Or lora v/ore raoeived yesterday directing a movement to the "lijV. rear of Atlanta, and preparations were accordingly being made Dxiring the night, orders were received from Department Head Quar ters, suspending the movement, and the Army resumed its former at titude. On this morning, v/hile engaged in superintending prepaac) - ' - 5 rations for tahing a detached work of the enemy's on my right, I - i - . , . I ■ ' ■ was sevOi'ely wounded on the head, and relinquished the command to Brig. Gen. T, E. G. Ransom. ; .U.S. Private Diary Mem. 18:- . 1 h 9penod all grns on city of Atlanta at 10 A. M. Railroad renaired. Kilpafcrick started on a raid. Gen. Dodge to his wife, near Atlanta, 19: (Telegram); I was slightly woimded in the head t'-is morning. Don't be iiftll Jilrrn'' ■ f . . , uneasy abort me. T7. v. Bobbins to Mrs. Dodge, near Atlanta, 19:- X , t, . 0'.r' The G'eneral has a severe but not dangerous wound of the . . • ' ■ ' " Oil'Vscalp, I have seen and examined him. Gen. Sherman to Mrs. Dodge, near Atlanta, 19:- The General was struck above bho left 'eye', ball gfcazing over hi head. ' He is'quite comfortable. Ho serious dange-r is .apprehend ed, yet for some days he must have absoluto- rost and quiet. His camp is cool and comfortabler ' Mrjor Barnes to Mrs. Dodge, near Atlanta, 19:- o* account of Railroads better not attempt t© come at present. -;C': iilJ .cj.: el . • , -c:! •jol.aJi lot •id KHPtt Itm ©t" I '! m&i itaxB. ••I'la - August, 1864. « ■ He OS very comfortable. Will receive best attention. The Sur geons all agree that nothing serious may be apprehenderl from his wound. Dr. Robbins is '.vith him. It is believed that within a week he will be entirely recovered. He does not wish to go to Marietta, but remains in his camp. If any change for the worse should take place, Which Is quite impossible, you will be noMfied. Gen. Ransom's S.p.o.No. 66, near Atlanta, 19:- (ISDr):- I. Frederick ?'agner, Co. B., 7th Iowa Infantry Volunteers, -en -i-r/ t' ■ , , - •; and Julius Zencke, Private, Co. B, 2d Iowa Infantry Volunteers, will take charge of J. R. Fay, Acting Assistant Surgeon U,S.Volunteers, (a lunatic) and conduct hin to Nashville, Tenn. Upon arriving at Nashville, thej' will report to Surgeon Clendenin and return to their respective regiments without delay. ■ ^' « ' ■ « - - - . II. In compliance with instructions received, I hereby assume command temporarily of the Left Wing, 16th A,c. Office Nom. 19:- rittVo jpifll It/*" wounded by a musket ball in the > »• }>nrr' Gen. Ransom as ranking officer assumed command. . «aiC nltH ••t. I. At 11 A. a demonstration was ordered and made, 11" ^ Private Diary liem. 19:- ^ ^ lu L . "tQt vfu- nded^in forehead on front line in front of Atlanta, Ball struck h«a4# cutting to the skull. Dr. Robbins dressed wound Major BeuTnea to Mrs. Doge, near Atlanta, 20:- Qeneral'a symptoms this moPning are all favorable for speedy August, 1864. ,>;iifSuA UGCovery. l id ^ I ; •■1 ^ g ' ' ' ■ " '* !■' ' ' To Gen, Dodge from his brother. Council Bluffs, 20:- I am very glad to see that Ransom has command of the 4th Di- ' • * ■ -vision, and that Sprague is a ^rig. 6en: remember me to both, , , Ransom has won his position by hard knocks, and will be of inval - uable service to you, Sprgaue I picked out as a rising man, and , :,8jTlo was not surprised to learn that he had done his dut-3' at the right time, . , .r I expect to be jnarried about 1st October, at Lockwood's house. Leave at once for a few ,weeks tr.ip to visit my .relatives in Massa- • chusetts, return and settle down, living in your house this winter, (where Lockwood now lives.) .^T have sqme lots on Maip St. a short oc- distance beiow ITutt's fence, lii/here I "shall build when able* " J^fiA , .!; i. We shall ha-ye a wedding of about fifty. I wish Sherman's campaign.fwduld Idt.up, so": yO\i .could coice .on with Annie. I want both here, but suppose Uncle Sam's claim takes precedence, -Ifave .hot given up thinking you will te here. I suppose it's nat- « <ttral*'for men to think the girl they h^ve selected is the best. I feel confident I have a price in S-- The more I see of her, the .1,, more swe I rra of it. So far, everyt hing connected with this « . « ¥ social arrangement has been very pleasant, her relatives pleased with it, particularly her brother, the only new one. How much my having a brother who is Major General has had to do with it, I am unable to say, I am not blind to the fact that position in ,13C6 . August, 1864. society, and among men, is raised thereby, without my attempting -5^" to build on his reputfetion or bragging-of him, Baldwin received letter from you yesterday, ^ General Curtis with 1st Nebraska, gone on to Plains to look ' after Indians. All travel to Denver been stopped, many of the ^ greighters murdered, teams talcen, &c, Indians control the coun- ' . - try between Kearney and Julesburg, and at present-the indications are favorable for a general Indian war, cutting off our .Western . V ' trade, and making money matters close with our merchants. -ttco . , . Gen, Howard'dS.F.O.No, 104, before Atlanta, 20:- i *; II. The 10th -Regiment Illinois Infantry Volunteers, CqI. i'3 John Tilson Commanding, having in compliance with orders from Head Quarters Military Division of the Mississippi, reported to these ■ 'Head Quarters, ia assigned to the Left Wing, 16th Army ®orpa, and will report to Brig, Gen. T. e. G. Hangom, Commandiiing. Gen. Ransom's S.F.O.No, 67, near Atlanta, 20:- (13Dr);- i.* I. The 10th Regimant Illinois Infantry Volunteers, Col. ^ • -^lohn Tilson Commanding, having reported to these Head Quarters, •' in compliance with orders from Department Head Quarters, will re port to Brig, Gen. W. Puller, Commanding 4th division, 16th A,C. .V for assignment to duty with the 3d brigade • Office Mem. 20:-« ' " ^ tnr ,it fUJtW 'm t' Situation unchanged. ■ •••till «A 0<|w " Private Diary Mem. 20:*^'^ ^ oMMW Wound very painful; cannot see. August, 1864. •taxi . 1 Mem. by N. P.DDdge, Clear Lake, Iowa, August, 20, 1875:- Mr, H. I. Smith, President 1st National Baiik, Mason City, Iowa, stated to N. P. Dodge that he was 1st Lt. Co. B. 7th Iowa in fantry, and commanded the skirmish line 22d August, 1864, covering a ^ rt of the front of the 16th Army Corps, in front of Atlanta, Georgia. That general G. M. Dodge, Commander of said ^orps, came into the ditch where hfc men were stationed, to get a view of the enemey*s works, preparatory to making an assault. The skiii.ish line of the enemy was so close, that if any part of a man in Lt. Smith's t command was exposed, he would at once be pierced with bullets. Against the ditch there was a bank raised, and in this bank they had apertures made with cartridge boxes split angling, through which the soldiers kept up a fire on the enemy's skirmish line. Gon, Dodge was requested by Lt. Smith to look through one of these • • • boxes buried in the bank. Just as soon as he put his face to it, a bullet from the enemy's skirmish line came angling through the hole, first striking the box, and glancing, struck the General in c. „ the centre of his forehead, and furrowed t ward the top of his heart, not penetrating t^e skull; knocked him senseless into the ditch. Nilrl '• - . » net; Lt. Staith, supposing him to be kille^, .sent a man to ^ol. Parrot t .t" eommanding his regiment, for a stretcher, and reported Gen. Dodge killed. The stretcher not coming as soon as he thought it ought, he went in person for it, and, on returning, found Gen. Dodge rest1S68 August, 1864. <a r .♦ r ■ ~ing his head on his elbow, and as he approached, asked for his hat which was handed to him, with two bullet holes through it. After he was carried to the rear on the stretcher, he (Smith) picked up a piece of his scalp (which the bullet had torn off) out of the large pool of brood where he lay. * NOTE: Sundry clippings 6'DR 78-9 and 4DD. ' . i ' Lt, Tichenor to Mrs. G. M. Dodge, Near Atlanta,.21:- f ; * ' ■ ». . r\ You have ere this by telegraph learned of the accident that has befallen the General. While we all are, and I especially am, pained at its occurrence, I write not to cohdole v/ith you, but to dissipate any fears or sad misgivings that you may have. The wound while painful is by no means dangerous and although It will for some weeks incapcitate him from duty, no doubt is felt or expressed as to his early recovery. Dr. Robbins and Dr, Zearing are with him, and he has the donstant benefit of their advice and skill. I express their ooinicn above. The atmosphere l8 pure and the climate healthful.' All the comforts that could be obtained have been provided, and he is comfortably situated, and I neec^ not asstire you that he receives the very best attention, He have excellent water, and General Sherman ver: kindly and prompt ly telegraphed for ice, wDich will be here tomorrow. He 'ill then be as wel^ provided with themeans neffessary to promote his comfort and insure his recovery as if he was at home. He is in excellent ppirites", and at no time desoondaxt* HAIi greatest source of pain bs ,1969 August, 1864. from his eyes, which are considerably inflamed--a temporary ner vous irritation produced by the sJiock, and by sand dashed into them by the bullet. He can see but little, hende I write; otherwise he would be able to write you himiself. « Tie will keep him here for a few days until all danger from inflamation and fever has transpired, he will then be sent by comfortable means to Huntsville or Nashville (of this I am advised by General Sherman) where you can join him. Due notice will be sent you by telegraph of his removal, and arrangements for your coming be made, Shoild any change for worse occur in his condi tion you will be prom.ptly notlfed by telegraph. He received the wound in front of o;ir main line of earth-works while surveying the front with a view to advancing his lines. He was peeping over the parapet of an advanced work and was shot by the well directed aim of a' sharpshooter. You know how very regardless he ifl of danger. '• .L I need not assure you that his coranand feel deeplv their loss, especially at this -time. He feels fortamate in being enabled to 'tum his command over to General Hansom,, who is his warm friend. ^ -tod an excolloHt of-ficer. n<' '^no ovwrf Your letter of a recent date enclosing one from Julia, as also one from Julia to him were r^oelved today. Their contents gave him much pleasiire. ^ ' - * TcJu will be kept well adYlgad^ vso become .alarmed but be hopeful and cheerful# 1 WO; t T .Vu» , S"1 m August, 1864. •"•8' Gen. Dodge to his wife, before Atlanta, 21;- f o*. j cannot go to Nashville iPor a few days. I will notify you when to come there. I am doing well. * Mrs, Dodge to the General, Greenfield, 21:'^ '' ■ ■ I received four dispatches yesterday dated the 19th and one last night of the 20th that your symptoms were all favorable for a beo speedy recovery. I sent a dispatch for you to come right up and I would meet you at Nashville, but don't suppose you will come, * I do not think it is right. It seems to me you might get leave and come away for a week or two if no more, if you are to be unfit for duty a fortnight. I hope you will try, i have been anxious f.-: enough but am so thankful you were not badly hurt; but I cannot be reconviled to your coming away if. your wound is severe, and I should think you would insist on it. ^ Dr. Robbins' time is out and he could come up with you. I hope nr you will come, tor I fear all the time they have told me your vound is more slight than is really the case, I hope you would -not let them deceive me. OB, if I could only be with you.' But I have one consolation that it is not my jfault. Ocean, I want you to »• JLeave this Pall* You have worked hard, lost your health and done more than any ona man to help the cause. Let othere put their shoulder to the wheel now. Do not stay in till your life is t sacrificod. -These sltiBh wounds may be warnings. They come to me as such, and I cannot let them hav« your l^fe 1: aay will r 1371 August, 1864. ^ "4 '' prevent it, and I say nov; come away and let some who have lived at home in ease, go and share the burden. There are plenty who are strong and able to endure hardships: you have had you r share. And besides, your business needs you. Nate will not be able to more than attend to his own this fall, and he, will have his wife and John Lockwood's interests to look after. As for me I must have a home bji^ cold weather, I don't object to boarding and leaving Lettie here this fall, but I can hardly endure to think that we must a]l be separated this winter.,- I never ha e felt as now about your resigning. I am so sick with this nervous anxiety to hear from you, and afraid all the time of hearing bad nev/s, that - % it is^ torture. You used to say I always borrowed trou le. It, must be my nature, but, I don't understand how any one can help it if they are not hardened or indifferent. -fi The Peace Democracy are going to rule this State, I guess, at ^. election. Vallangdihan will probably be nominated at Chicago. I have no belief in Lincoln. It is dreadful the Republicans have not a better man. I would rather see McClellan President. It is awfuj the state the country is in and if they are not more suc cessful in the East, I don't see much use of slaughtering more men. Grant don't seem to gain one inch- it is drawn or fall back- or flank, or defeat- no victories. If there is a posiible chance, • , W ' Ocean, come home, or come and make one. If you are ill you can resign without doubt. It is gratifying to be noticed and i^omoted TGI August, 1864. ■ <^ t ' : ■* and praised, but I feel as though it was taking you from me all the time. Fame and distinction and domestic happiness are oppos ed to each other. Do you prefer the first? I know they are antagonistic. I sent the" case with our pictures; tell me hov/ you liked them. Don(?:t let them doctor you too much, and do come to Newspaper Clippings: r. hen. Dodge wounded. - (7DR109):- The Telegraph brings us the^ sad intelligence that the brave and gallant Dodge is seriously, if not mortally wounded. The dispatches of the morning state that he was shot in the head, te {I* while out on the picket line, in front of Atlanta, on the 19th instant, and that he had since died of this woimd. But the report •t I this evening contradicts the statement of his death, and says. though seriously wounded, he is still alive. LATER: Creneral Dodge's friends in this city received a dis patch fro" Nashville at 5 o'clock this afternoon,stating that the General "was shot in the fore-head, but doing well, and onmhii way north." ■ rrotis .: .f. ■. • ■■ This will relieve the painful anxiety of the General's friends and give reason to hope that his wound though severe is not dangerous• II, The amy is engaged advancing parapets and strengthenr" ' r ' ing our works. On the 19th inst. Major General Dodge was seriouso. . ly wounded. He was out on the picket line at the time, and ex posed himself. 1373 August, 1864. - --riN-rf .iWwar-r. -T .' ; r - He was shot in the head . It was reported at Chattanooga yesterday that he was dead. General Lightburn of Logan's Corps, was wounded in the same way, III. General Scammon, who left Atlanta on thei.2d, reports General Dcngge still alive, but danger'usly wounded. IV. General Dodge--We learn that Gen. Dodge is expected in this town in a few days, and we trust he will get such a reception that will not only do homage to a young, brave and chivalrous • ' officer, but to the town who claims him as her son. In. la.. . di/w Office Mem. 21:- vl f *111 to otif ■ .. ^ Situation unchanged. • /msifri oi wmiitiii I IT « Private Diary Mem. 21:- ' ^ Wound painful, but thought not to be dangerous, S. L. Taggart to Gen. Ransom before Atlanta, «£:- The following is the substance of General Kilpatrick's report of his last expedition: ^ _ . He. repprts having torn up.four mllo® connectedly of railroad ^^between Rough St Ready^ and Jonesboro, miles at intervals, 'Destroyed two trains, including the one destroyed by Kline, He virtually captured Ross' Brigade, but could not bring the men away. He was attacked by Jackfioi^*® Cavalry and a division of infantry, but effected his escape before the enemy could surround him brought off his own artillery and one jiieoe of the four captured. Two pieces and nine caissons were destroyed by him, 1374 r He brought in about 70 priigoners, 2 battle flags, and'his own wounded. He has 97 killed and missing. Among the missing are '4 officers. Brig. General Long waS wounded slightly in two places, j . ■ _ - - The Major General 'Commanding, directs that you Instruct your pickets to be tinusuall3' vigilant tonight, and especially to guard against a surprise at dajaight tomorrow. In casfe the enemy should make the attempt to break through oiir lines, or get nou a. away. A. S. Gilbert to Gen, Ransom, before Atlanta, 2 2:- The "Return of the Effective Strength" will be made hereafter to Head quarters Military'Division Mississippi on Monday from these Headquarters, You will please forward to these Headquar ters return of your command on Sunday instead of Friday as ,.i ,a heretofore, s mtii ml wilT Private Diary Hem. 22:- .ftC-iviHi . captain 'j.'t. 'Conklin, A.Q.W. is announced as Chief Cfuartwr Master, D^jj^Ai^tsient and Army of .the Tennessee, and will ^ immediately entei^^ uj^Ws^'^ufiea as such# rr i.iv ftl! lo PhalliVI n na rOsvsO iH ,tas» nam 1375 iMNrmir nimih mfU O mlri t •••Ml •■■ fisXlll^s nwo sift Its li%iHrsif gtifl . fH MllruSW- rtttv hmmIs# snt.! tnm m90ml^ amf To lloliivl ,1 ' ns ••iWi: iMOrimir M ^ iMi SlJ to "ound improving. * *m iti Gen. Howard's S.P.O.Ro, fore'Atlanta, 23:-" 9**4ir, August, 1864. L. K. Layton to Gen. Dodge. 1 take much pleasure in submitting the above dispatch just received. J. B. Djine to Gen. Dodge, Marietta, 24;- Your train will reach the Three Mile Post about 11 A. fe.' tomorrow. You can'send word to that point as to where you desire to get on board. (PWJOX) Gen. Howard'*s S.p.o.No. 108, Before Atlanta, 24:- 3d. Major Gen' ral Biair and Brig. Gen. •II * 0 * Ransom will tomorrow morning move their commands into the new work. The hour of moving will be made known hereafter. 4th. The line of march will be as indicated", Major General Logan first moving out witl his command, end Major General Blair on a separate road, followed by the Left VTing, 16th Corps under command of Brig. Gsnoral Ransom, The time of moving will be given. III. On account of wounds received in battle. Leave of Absence for thirty days is granted Major General G. M. Ddge, U. S. v.? Commanding Left Wing, 16th Corps. V, Major William H. Ross, Ist Regiment, Michigan Light t Artillery Volunteers, is assigned to duty as Chief of Artillery of Left ".Ting, 16th Army Corps, and will report accordingly. . ii i . il , ■ h 1876, hm I Ui•^ - won ■■ August, 1864. • s -f This assignnsnt to "be operative froin the 8th day of April, '1864, since v;hich time Major Ross has performed ^aid duty. VI. Major General Blair, Commanding 17th Army Corps, and Brig, General Ransom, Commanding Left Tling, 16th Army Corns, will each casue to be detailed from their commands one regiment of infantry to report to Captain J..T. Conklin, Chief Quarter Master at 9 o'clock A.m. tomorrow, the 25th inst., at Owl Church on the Ttirner's Ferry Road, as guard for trains,. Gen. Ransom to Capt. Dayton, before Atlanta, 23 (10DR465) IffflOSt respectfully request that the 110th Regiment, U. S.C.T now stationed at Athens, Alabama, be ordered to "oin this command at the front. This regiment was recruited and organized by I M-jajor General G, M,. Dodge for the express purpose and understanding that it was to be employed on fatigue duty with this coiranrnd. < Three companies are now on duty with the pioneer Corps of the ' r.' S/ ^ "i ; " ( command, and portions of other companies are on duty with the Q.M. and C.S. Two companies have been ordered to the front to do duty with the pioneer Corps of the 4th Division, I'Vth A.C. The regiment has never been fully armed; it li-eing raised for fatigue duty no efforts to procure arms were made. • «« If this regiment can be ordered*to report to the cbmmand, the t - . .V different Pioneer corps could be made mohe effective without dimishing the number of muskets, and many a -Veteran soldier! now on detail as teamster, could be returned to the ranks. August, 1864. , tf ! It is the earnest desire of Major General .Dodge that the General Commanding may give this a favorable consideration. Gen. Dodge to his soldiers, Before Atlanta, 24 (10DR465):- It becomes necessar;^ for me to relinquish my command for a 4 short time. No one can regret this more than I do. Upon leaving you I cannot refrain from extending to you my heartfelt thanks for the efficient and brave manner in whifih you have supported mo throughout this campaign. VHiether on the ^battle field, in the trench or on the march, you have given "that earnest, zealous and efficient attention to your duties that always ♦ ensures success. Prom Chattanooga to Atlanta, through a campaign unparalleled in its severity and its success, you have done your full share. Your comrades are buried on every field and while we deeply mourn their loss, we have the satisfaction of knowing that they fell nobly doing their duty. I leave you in the hands of able and tried commanders. Give them the same c'leerful support you have always given me and there will be no fers of the result, I shall watch your course with the same interest; your victories shall be minS. May God bless and protect you. Gen. Sherman's S.F.o.No, near Atlanta, 24:- It being pepresented by A.W.Smith, Speciol Agent of the Post Office Department, that the mail cars are daily encumbered with 1378 Augtis t, 1864. . f ".r f , 1,7^ ; about fifty men, detailed by divisidns, Brigade, and even' regiments, who .profess to be after their mails but are really engaged in ' traffic it is ordered: I. The special Agent of the Post Office Department will bring the Army Mail to the nearest practical point by raii to the Army and their deliver the Bags only to Cprps Messengers duly appointed by A Corps order ppp-oved by the Army Cor mander, III. Army Commanders: Viz: Cumberland, Tennessee, and Ohio, may send Special Messengers through to Nashville, Chattan ooga, and Rnoxville and back but these must confine their business to that defined in their written orders. The same privilege cannot be conceded to any others because we have not the facilities, and i ' ! ■ quantity of cars needed for more than the absolute necessities of the Army. ■ • ' f-OY NOTE: Letter from Lt, Tichenor to N. P. Dodge, similar I I • ■ . to Letter from Lt, Tichenor to Mrs. G. M. Dodge on Page 1369, Dated near Atlanta, Georgia, August 21st, 1864, 1 t.rnt evjieX 1 Private Diary Mem., 24;- Got leave of absence for 30 days. -t Oft ecf fllw aripdJ Newspaper Clipping:- (6DR134):- ' ^ t " v The Clear Lake Mirror furnishes the following war reminis cence, suggested,by the presente there of General Dodge: * « , Ma lor General Dodge, comniending in the late war the 16th Army rtllT om A r io 91119 f i Ui' , i . eon . 1379 T it? f August, 1864. t • corps, is now spending a few days at his brother's summer^ ( residence on the south side of the lake. Dodge's point. \ . H* 1* Smith, of Mason City & Judge Reiniger of Charles City .. were captains in his command by their invitation he comes here ibn'' ■ •4 to talk over old army adventures, fish, and have a good time doi/t 4* - J .t ' generally. H. 1, was in the rifle pit in w'.ich the general was wounded and for a long time perserved a part of his scalp doi/t which was shot awjiy at that time. Correspondence of the State Register, Before Atlanta j • Having witnessed much of the devoted zesl with which the hB I I agents of the ^anitary and Christian commissions have performed 'ifTjl " I their duties in this campaign, I propose to mention a few of the services they render the army when on its tiresome marches. * ' > 1 ^ Although my personal knowledge of their noble work is limited to the receipt of a letter marked, "Three cents, paid by thae * 'W.S.C."--it having Been detained in the Nashville Post Office lot mlTiX .. . . . _ X » , X.-. .0+4^., +V.« f «*.' f J •. or three cents due; yet I know from obeservation and the univei*aal testimoney of the army, especially soldiers who have been in the hospital, that their blessings have been showered . . . upon the sick and -ounded, as generally and liberall as the Manna of Heaven upon the Isrealite camp of the wilderness. And the'agents and the donors of these Associations, to whom my pen renders but inadequate and feeble justice, may rest assured that I for their generous offices, the thankful soldier will carry to the r 1380 August, 1864. ♦ t ' ■ grave an inscription u.on his heart, far more flattering than any Theban motto. • The people of Iowa hsving a permanent Interest ih MAjor Gen- ' eral Dodge, will be pained to hear that he was severely v/ounded on the 19th. The left wing of the 16th Army corps which he has so long and ably commanded, feel lost without'him. His natural unremitting activity and industry had led him to pass around so much among the soldiers, along their lines and in their camps, that it does not seem as though they were any army joys without his presence. He has so long been connected with this army, shared , its joysnand its pride, that he seems like a personal friend and acquaintance of every soldier. He was near the skirmish line, peering over our works at the Rebel intrenchments, not more than one hundred yards distant when wounded. His anxiety to guard against the enemy for the sake of his men, to try and discover .j; , new advantageous positions for his troops, to examine the line for every weak snot, and to watch the movements of the enemy for the benefit of the whole army, has given him the habit of constituting « himself "A signal Corps for the skirmish lines." The army will 1 pray ^ar his speedy recovery and return. , S. L Taggart to Gen. Ransom, before Atlanta, 25: , The Major General commanding directs that the time for the commencement the movement into the new work be eight o'clock this evening. iZBl Aj^gust, 1864 . 1,' V N. P. Dodge to Mrs. G..M. Dodge, Gounci' Bluffs, 25:- Telegraph me what information you have-about the ^^eneral' s , wound,,. . .. ..Q-; Ptivate Diary Mem. 25:- i . , j , • • Started at 11 A. m. for Nashville on box car. General Sherman commenced moving his army today to the rear of Atlanta. General Dodge's brother to his wife, Council Bluffs 26:- We have just got word of G. It. being dangerously wounded and are all feeling very sad; it spread li'-.e wildfire through the town and I cannot go on the street but I am hailed to know the latest news from him. I think it strange none of his staff have telegraphed me and that I get no word from you. I sent a dispatch to you this A jj. and hope to get a reply. We rre very hopeful yet fear the worst as the tenor of the dispatches ife not very favorable to his recovery. It is not unexpected by me ., Blnce the death of McPherson. In fights before Atlanta and his investment I hove been in great fear he would get hit, knwoing h« was not naturally cautious and being undej? fire so much would tend to make him careless, while the ever ready sharpshooter never -relaxes his diligence, but is always prepared to take advantage of any officer's incautious act. If the present would takes G.M'S life, the brilliant record which he leaves ought to be a source of great consolation to hie family, although a poor return for his loss. 1382 Aiig^usfe, 1864. -•■ ' t I anxiously await further news, J iciow he has the best of * care. That, with the knowledge of "his being alone'on the 22d, is foundation for all our hopes. If I can be of service with him I will go -at a moment's notice. T^rite me. ' • Gen. Howard to Gen. ^ansom, before Atlanta, 26:- ♦ Major General Logan and Blair will commence their movement to- •■:0G Tnight at eight o'clock. fnn behnn> Lt. Col. Mm. E. Strong, of the General's Staff, will superintend the withdrawl of the pickets and skirmishers. ft r* * ' f Gen. Dodge to his wife, Chattanooga, 26:- reach iJashville tomorrow A.m. I am doing well. hnor, T G. n. Bailey to N. P. Dodge, Greenfield, Ind. 26:- .♦nev pi- The General wounded in the •forehead, but is doing well. ^ Annie Will meet him at Nashville tonight, Private Diary Mem.- 26;- oi e ! to .'«fl ' Reached Chattanoo ga, and- at 1 p.' M. btarted Tti' "Ka^Kville. ' Gen. Doflgfe to ' lis brother, Nashville, 27 y hlury* or I am herein J Jty woVmd is doing well,* I sh^^ll go to Green- 'levtfl ^leld. . - • * w To Geh. Dodge from his fathfl0?> Elkhorn City, 27jV.* ?.r* • With groat sorrow received the unwelteome news of your dant ®oiu ggj,Qyg wound. Some telegrams had it fatal Wound, but lHathan in a letter also containing the inews by telegraph of same date, wrote on th envelope that you had removed to Nashville and .wa,^ .doing ~ ^ 138S August, 1864. well as could be expected. I hope the latest news Is-tjie truest. I have been painfully apprehensive that you would meet with some qasualty before Atlanta was in possession of Sherman's "Noble Army" Still I have lived in hope that you might escape the shot and shell that take the p.lace in the Army, of the singing birds of our glens and ravines in the old "haunts" of your childhood, and the sunny West, I wait with the deepest anxiety for the next news concern ing you. I cannot sleep until I hear again., Nate has promised to write me every day, and we get daily Nebraska pcpers here every day, except two. days in the week, ^ I suppose An "lie is with you i»y this. time. I hope you will soon be able to reach home, and how glad we shall all be to see you once more. The news of yotir wound has brought general regret and deep sympatliy for you with it. "Honor thy ^'ather and Mother" perhaps-, is as good a command ment as any of the "ten", and it may truly be said you have done that r, r . . y to t'he fullest extent df^ its meaning as applied to humanity, and it may be truly said you never did anything to dishonor them to mjr knowledge, and I hope and pray that your life (according to the promise) may yet be long upon the land, and that in due' time you may be able to do the lion's share of subduing rebels, and hanging Northern copperheads and traitors of the north if you can catch or trap them. * ' V * • r to ■ V; iciv o 1384 'X 0 ' *1 rtl , • . )<ouio*o '.f August, 1864. -> r 4 t ■ ■ I Will not say anything about .the Indian raids and scares • ■9«•^^got up at Omaha, the murders at Elkhom that did not take place, ''(llflioA (nor ray o-^n insignificant affairs until all is well with you, prayers are continually with and for you. I never lay my head rjn^I' on my pillow at night without* thinking of you, and often lajr awake Q'at the noon-hours of night fearing some accident may befall you. Miay God protect you from fatal rebels and ret\irn you saf-ely home. I.er.i.r To Gen.. Dodge from his brother'. Council Bluffs, 27: ' If you and Annie will come here I will make my plans suit your visit. Will 370U come, .and when? Answer, tti""' Ben, Howard's S.F.O.No, 12, .Campbellton Road, 27:-t omn At the hour of retreat today, there will be a roll in every regiment, battery and detachment of this command ■ . . Triien every absentee will be accotanted for, and patrols sent out to .■ j up stragglers, and men who have fallen by tbe way, weary from r the march. ■ 12 , J1 ■ Oen. Howard's S F.O.No, 111, Campbelltown Road, 27:- TII. Brig General T.E.G.Ransom, Commanding Left Wing, 16th Army Corps, will direct the Pioneer Corps of his command in charge of Lt, Col. Tiedeman to report forthwith to Major General F.P.Blair for temporary duty, IV, In accordance with instructions from Head Quarters, Military Division Mississippi, this army will move tomorrow at 7 o'clock Am, in two columns, to the vicinity of New Hope Church 1385 i" V- - August, 1864. .K>8'" , • situated between Fairborn and ^^ed OaS:, ' ''-ifitni .f" . Jnob YII» Major General Blair, Commanding 17th -^.C. will at the hour heretofore ordered, move forward with his command, fol lowed by the Left 'Ying, 16th ^.C., Brig. General Ransom command ing. on the direct road in his front towards SidUng or Shadna on the West Point Railroad (the same as heretofore noted as New Hope) 2d. Major General Logan will at the same hour move forward with the Left Column on the road in his immediate front, passing by or near Sewals and pursuing a route to ,the left of that f' llowed by Major General Blair. Ho will construct a road to move on beyond Sewals, should no practicable route be discovered from that point. The command will go .into position to the left of Fairborn ' about one third the distance between that point and Red Oak. ' * Thd routes to be pursued and the positions to be occupied, are indicated on the acca)mpanying map. irte* u" Gen Dodge from his brother. Council Bluffs, 27:- The first news we received of your being wounded was from the "Associated Press" dispatches received ni^t before last. We did not receive the news mtil early yesterday morning. Tl-ie forenoon dispatches confirmed it and they all represented you as being ^ery badly wounded. I Ainio about 10 A. M. ad at 5 P. M, received a reply from Mr. Bailey that you were wounded in the fore head and doing well. This relieved us greatly as we were feeling sad all day, having pretty much made up our jaiads to hear of your 1386 ' .-J August, 1864. . ' " : " , ♦.3" death. The interest of* our citizens in you was manifested to no small degree by the numerous inquiries after y.ou. 7/e are anxious - -Xo ;• hear from you and hope Annie has v-ritten to know if wound is an -f'" ' Ugly one and will lay you up any length of time, and if you will n be up here when able. I am thinking today that hit was .for my benefit, that it might bring you and Annie around these parts b i ; 4th October, which I beli:^ve is the time appointed for my execution ■ sntie'I wrote you of my plans a week or more ago, and will not bore you beiwoCr with a repetition, only to say I shall leave immediately for New fjino ; 1 England for a visit . I cannot be gone over four weeks. I would • like to have you arid Annie here, and will try and make time suit your convenience, if you will come. Indian sCare last weekV'<Tndians reported at Elkhorn. Soon "'-as I got wind of it I went out to see if they had taken father or his cattle. I found all safe. No Sioux Indians east of Kearney on the north side. No^danger at Elkhorn. Settlers who were *"10 /1 living on Wood River and left, at the first troubles, are returning to" their farms. Father l^-outting up l4ay. Re will stay in ' Bluffs this winter, leaving a good m«n to take charge of his "stock. His crops and'stock look well* • ' People are shaking for fear of draft. Our City is to furef' ■ nish 40 nr 5 0 men but few have got substitutes* If I am drafted and' ■I'ail to get a substitute, I shall join 2d Iowa bo sts 4.0 be in vour command. 1 of'criiSuii^b'shall not'lbave if I cbfif'gbt"sola® one to ;i . ,,y. ' I1^1 August, 1864 ' in my place, but that may not be possible. I had written you to get me a refugee down in Georgia and^send me, or a veteran (one who has served 2 yearsO but that is not practicable now, and the .decisions require the substitute to be presented in the district wl^ere the principal is needed. 7'rite me when able, Private Diary Mem. 27.- >,'m Rtf ntw Arrived at Nashville. At 8 A. M. met Annie at Sheldon Hotel. Ifi Gen. Howard's S.P.O.No. 112, near Shadna Church'28:- II. This armv will..move forward in two columns tomorrow •morning at 7 o'cl ck in the following order; - -- Ist Major General John A. Logan, Commanding 15th Corps, will pursue the direct route towards Jortesboro, crossing Pond Creek, and Shoal ^reek, aiming to reach the vicinity of Renfro Place. 2d. The Left Wing, 16th Army Corps, Brig. General Ransom ti/Cpmmanding, will have the advance of the right column, moving on a road to the right of that pursued by the 15th corps, and followed by the 17th Corps, Major ^eneral Blair, commanding. Should the column of General Ransom at any point intercept the Column on the Left, he will, construct a road to the ri^t pur.::uing a line of ^ march converging'towards. Renfro Place, The trains in charge of the Chief Quarter Master wii] follow « • the" 15th Army Corps and a brigade fron the 17th corps will fonm the rear guard. ^ r . . . , r , Major General ^lair will accordingly detail a brigade to re1388 August, 1864. ' tj-r*-' port to Cant. J. TV Conklln, Chief Quarter Master at these Head Quarters at "6 o'clock A.m. tomorrow, to relieve the brigade from the Left ^ing, 16th A.C. now the Rear Guard of the train. - ■ The accompanying map will indicate the routeto be followed. Brig. General J. Kilpatrick, Commanding Cavalry division," will make the said dispositions■of his command as of today, conforming his line of march-to that --lursued by this Army. • IV. In accordance with instructions from Ma-jor Ggheral Sheman, the movements indicated in Special ^ield Orders ^^o 112, Extract II, of this date from these Head Quarters, are suspended and will not be made until further orders. totB* iril Private Diai^y Mem. 28:- *In Nashville all day resting. ■ oiuo-t eiid ♦ laoHC ' ^ • Gen. Howard's S.F.C.No, 113, Near Shadna Church, 29:- I ' • From a most reliable source, a report has reached these ^^Head Quartefs that there has been from this amy today between 1500 to 20OO stragglers ,* a great many of them* teamsters; and that numbers of them have been guilty-of the vilest conduct, entering houses wherb there were women and little children, and u'terly destroying everything ;stealing khlves, forks and spoons, opening trunk, ic. 4C. ' •"» "I ' -i/O i ' ' Corps eommanders will Vake'toeasdres'and prevent conduct jao shameful and disgraceful to our Army. • ' ' ''•t It is not the good soldiers who do these things, but the vilest miscreants. 1389 August, 1864, .; " , ■ , Corps. Commanders will be .sustained in the infliction of pun ishment immediate, and adequate to stop such offences, V. This army will move forward tomorrow morning at 7 o'clock in accordance with the instructions contained in Special Field Orders No 112, Extract II from these Head Quarters of August- ' 28th, 1864. -c Gen, Howard to Gen, Ransom, In the field fi9:- . }. The enemy's pickets and scouts are reported to be on the road in the vicinity of Sand Town, and it is not considered safe • for wagons or small parties of men to attempt going to the rear at present, ^ Please notify your command thAt none may make the attempt 4 ■ • at risk of capture, ' . - Maj. Barnes to Gen." Corse, Near Shadna Church, 29, "T" (10DR466):- \ ■ . si 1' ".irUis w."*" • _The General commanding desires that two regiments of your command move at 6 l/2 Kclock tomorrow morning in advance,of the f . . . main column, to act in conjunction with, and udder the opcjers of, • • - Brig. Ge^,al Kilpatrlok. ^ . .. _ Private Diary ICe,.,-29:- ,, Started for Indianapolis at 6 A. M* Had an easy ride.to. .. . - . .. u.. • .. . a i,.i , Louisville. Met Larry.Smith. ' Cit v.* • Private tiiary Mem. . , ♦'-It Arrived at Indianpolis at .7 A^.^. }lf Jonas, Ford and lichenor left for tlj^ir homes, went to Qreej^field id the evening. 139© I' August, 1864. Gen. Hov;ard's F.O.' No. 13, Near Jonesboro, 31:'> The. General commanding congratulates tills army oh the bril liant manner in v/hich they repulsed the attacks of the enmy today and- announces to them that while the enemy was throwing upon them the great portion of his force. Generals Schofield and Stanley moved upon the railroad twos miles south of Rough and Ready headed off a train of cars loaded with trocfps going to .the support,of their- repulsed columns and are . still-on the: railroad destroying it. Thus we have whipped the enemy» -cut his communications, , divided l;iis army, , and are now prepai*ed to pursue and destroy it. Major General Sherman desires the General Commanding to express h^s. appreciation of the noble.conduct.of the officers and men of ' this army, and to assure them that he knows their worth and not unmindful of their services. The gallant behavior of the cavalry division under General Kllpatrick in meeting the attack of the division of Cieburne is heartily appreciated by the General Commanding, and will not remain unnoticed. ■■ Gen, Logan to Gen. Howard, In the field, 31:- * - General Hazon reports upon authority of his officers in charge of pickets in his front, that the enemy are moving in heavy force to our right. In some instances they are moving in*heavy force to our right. In some instances they arfe-moving on the double quick Step, Their colors are displayed. General Hazen suggests that a reconnoissance on our left about 139i August, 1864. .. ^ a mile north would probably penetrate to the railroad. . S. L. Taggart to Gen. %alr, Near Jonesboro, 31:-*- _ The Major General Commanding directs that ypu hold a division of your command in readiness to make a reconnoissance in force this afternoon at 4 o'clock. The point to debouch from is near the brigade of your command already across the river.. I -.tooilh • ■fc;.'?*" : General Logan will make a strorig demonstration along his entire front at the same hour. ' . 'i; Stfl general Ransom will make a-feint of moving to the right, 'li iphe object of this reconnoisance is to obtain information of the position and strength of the enemy's forceg, to ascertain i-hether his lines are continuous beyond our left, to occupy his attention while Generals Thomas and Schbfield are endeavoring-to get upon the railroad -and certainly get upon the railroad ourselves, if able, at any point; . / • When General %air is ready to.debouch from the lipes, he will give a signai of six gvjSftc in'quick su6cession. from a battery this iide of the river. N.. . * The Major General Commanding will be present ort'the left at the hour nared. ^ ' S. L. Taggart to Gen. Ransorf:-^nu aJ : '1/ - The within above to Major General Biair la- respectfully referred ' • . »4 _ ^ for your information. ''f • ■ u y 1392 ••I,* August, 1864, The Major General Commanding desires the instructions therein contained, relative to your command, may he carried-out, - S. L, Taggart to Gen. Ransom, near Jonesboro, 31:- ■_ The Major General Commandin- directs that you immediately cause a bridge across the river on the left of'your line to be built, so that connection with General Logan's right mpy be established. The General directs that.the bridge be constructed as quickly as possible so that infantry can cross. It can be strengthened for artillery afterwards • . - Gen. Howard's S.(. No. 197, Chattanooga, 31 (16DR192):- ■ - ' II. Jessee J. Phillips, Lieut. Col. 9th Regiment Illinois Infantry Volunteers, having tendered his resignation, based on Siirgeon's certificate of disability, approved by the Medical Director, and the expiration of his term of service, is hereby.. honorably discharged the service of the United.States, Private Diary Mem. 31:- jn leetUtt -Dr. Robbins went to St. Louis, Jobeph arrived from St. Louis, Mitt!^4,0C)0 to St. Louis to be placed to the credit of Annie in S.S.A. , . ft i' ' ■ To Gen. Dodge from his father, Elkhorn City, Sept, 1:- We are all mo: e than rejoiced to hear of your convalescence. Tie feel thankful beyond description and before you leave for the army we want you to be sure and come to Coxmcil Bluffs j we are very desirous you should, ^u know there is a "bgg event" to come off 1393 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource General Dodge Papers Subject The topic of the resource Dodge, Grenville M., 1831-1916 -- Correspondence. Union Pacific Railroad Company. Generals -- United States -- Biography. Railroads -- History. United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Correspondence Description An account of the resource Data chronologically arranged for ready-reference in the preparation of a biography of Grenville Mellen Dodge. 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Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book 1864 civil war General Grenville M. Dodge Grenville M. Dodge Union Pacific Railroad https://archive.councilbluffslibrary.org/files/original/37503eda881ea69d366eb404248947e7.pdf 3b487530c68c7fdf449d2770eb75e927 PDF Text Text Jiine 1SG4. ■ Scout Rone to Capt. Barnes, Decatur, 30 (15DR39);- I.et me know forthwith if the General will let me scout hem. If,there is no work there, have plenty'to do here. Office Wen;.,.30;- . " ' Skirmis'iing and position unchanced,. Capt. Ford reported. I • Gen. ITcPherson "to Gen. Dodge, July istr- '*• ' - . Let your artillery and skirmishers stir up the enemy a little this evening and tomorrov/ morning' to make a diversion in favor of General Scbqfield who has adyance.d some distance on our extreino right .■ I- - ' ' . . Col. "W. r. Clarke to Gen. Dodge, Kenesaw l!t., July 1:- The- Convalescent Camp and Jiospitals of this command at Chat- j tanooga are to be imi'.ediatel-y broken up and all the sick and woiv\ded removed to Rome, Ga, Ma jor .General McPherscn;, req^sits that you imiaediately order the hospital tents and other hospital propert»y ^to-Booe in charge of the officers and men of your conjnand who were le-ft with the hos- • pitals at Chattanooga, .. . , .Gen. Sherman*,a S. F. Q. No. 31, Kenesaw, July 1:- The object of the cor\templated movement is to deprive the en emy .of the great advantage he has in Kenesaw as a watch to er from which to observe cur every movement;, to. force him to, come out of his intrenchmentsj a move farther south. To obtain which end June 1864. I. All Array Coraraanders will.fill up their wagons at Big ♦ Shantj' Depot, to the utmost with provisions, ammiinition and forage. The Chief Q. ii. and Commissary will give up all necessary orders to clear out the Dep'ts in front of Alatoona, and so instruct that the locomotives,and cars will, come forward of Alatoona with great caution and only when ordered by the Chief Quarter faster, II. Major General Thomas will " old the ground below Kenesav, " ^ « • • • as far as Olloy's Creeh near Mount Zion. Major General Sc>iofield that from Olley's Creek to the Nickajack Creek and Major General Mcpherson will move his troops and. trains rapidly in a single t - - march and as little observed from Kenegaw as possible,to the Sandtown Poad and down it to.-the extreme right, with one corps near X • X ♦ - the T?idow Mithhell's- another near Ruffs Mill on the Ilickajack-- and the. thj.pd in reserve near the forks of the roads. |II. General GaxTard'o^ Cavalry will cover the roads out of Marietta which pass North of Kenesaw- and General Stoneman's^ Cavalry will occujjy Sweetwater Old Town coincident with the move ment of Major General JicPherson. General McCook will receive or ders from Major General Thomas. In .caee^ the enemy presses General Garrard back by superior and overwhelming foroea,. he. will send one of his brigades to the flantf of Major General Thomas and with the other fall back gradually toward Alatoona, disputing every foot of groxind. , , . ^ . * ill '* - • • July 1864, Major fiencral McPhercon ■?rlll threaten the* Chattahoochie * River ard also the Railrcacl; and Major General Thcmas'wiil press the eneray close and at the very earliest possible mCiir.efit break his lines and reach the Railroad below Marietta. All movements must be vigorous and rapid as the time allowed is limited bj^^ the" supplies' in our wagons. Gen. McPherson's F . 0. No, 06, Kenesaw Kt., 1:- VI. Lieut, Col. ^ . Tiedemann, 2d Alabama Infantry ^ D f is assigned temporarily to duty as Engineer Officer for Left Vi'lng 16th Army Corps relieving Captain William Kossak, ■'^.D.C. who has been assigned to charge of pontoon"train, Capt Barnes to Scout Rose, Kenesaw Mt,, 1 (17DR) • The General consents "to your remaining at Decatur for a time 'Gen, Dodge's P. 0. No, 28, Kenesaw-Mt., 1, (13DR):- I. Captain Ge . E . Pord, ith Regiment Iowa Infantry Volun teers, having reported for duty at these Read Quarters is hereby annovmced as Aide-de- camp on the staff of the Genei al cbmmandingj He will be obeyed and respected acoordingly, Office Mem., 1:- ^ Skirmishing and position unchanged. Gen, Dodge t Ad jt, Gen. D. Thomas, Kenesaw Mt,, 2, I have the honor tK> adknowladge the. receipt Of your communi cation of June 26th, Companies A, B, and C of the .2d Alabama A D. (now 110th C. D.) are on duty with the Pioneer Corps, 2d division July 18G4 . 16th A. C. Portions of throe companies are on duty with the. Q. M. Department and .one company on duty with the Commr tssary Department of this command,they were all r ecruited with the un derstanding thfet the whole reyiment was to be used for fatigue duty as Pioneers, * I teamsters, etc. I have no roster of the regiment with me. ■Head Quarters of the regiment are at Athens, Ala. and the balance of the remiment are doing garrison duty. All the companies have -been property officered and mustepe-.^ and have a full regimental organization. By reference to roster of 2d Alabama A. d you will fihd names of officers. ,, } n, o I have recruit.ed two Companies in addition to th.ose at Athens for the 4th Alabama and .1 think I can^fill it. I have givAn authority tb'anlist men who have passed examination to re cruit for it. As soon as "^I can send mustering officers I will have the two .companies at Rome, Ga., mustered and ordered to join the regiment* . .* J . ' 1 desire Very much that you should send some one, or visit the contraband camp, imder Lieut. Harris near^Athens, Alabam. He has ow^-r two thousand acres under cultivation; is taking care oT thousand old men, women and children and th.rough some mis take - the rations l^e has heretofore drawn have been stopped. He only afeks that meat' and- beans or rice* be sold him, as he is amply abl'^ from the earnings of Ms negroes to pay, for all they eat and 'clothe and shilter themselves. tJntil fall h^e nebds your aid. I A It* . July 1864, • .; ( . aim too far off to attend to it. If broken up now they will lose all their labor and be throv/n upon our camps and become a burden to the Government, Their husbands and brother^ are many of .them with me doing duty as^feaKsters, pioneersj &c, Scc,J n' ' ' . ' 1 Gen, Dodffie to Lt. Harris, Kenesawtlt., -^(ITDR)^:- You "better apftl.y or go see- General Thomas or Chetlaih at Louisville, They v ill 'straighten the matter, Gen, Dodge to Col, eampbell, Kenesaw, 2 (17DR):- Send trimonthly and montlly reports to these Head Quarters -No orders have as yet been issued detaching cyou from the co m^d and we have to aarry you on our returns, Gen, Dodge to CqI, Hamilton, Kenesa . 2 (17DR):- Send tri-mo'nthly'and monthly, returns to these Head quai^ters. No order has yet assigned you to any other command. You ane, f ■ . ononly temporarily detached-and -have toicarry you on our report. Gen, Dodge to Gen. Granger, KenesaWj 2 (17DR) Please order forward the detachsaenVp of, theT4th Division, 16t Array Corps, belonging to regiments hero l,het have in charge the camp euid garrison equipage of the division. Have them report with the camp and garriasn equipage at Chattanooga,to Lt, Gifford, Acting Asst. W» of the 16th A, C, . Oen, Dodge's 3. F. 0. No. 29, Kenesaw Yt,, 2 (13DR):- 1, Capt. Oeorija Rpbinson, C. Barrety let «lchiEe« Lleht ^ Jtrtillcry will report forthwith to Brig. General J, C. Veatch, com- H' July 1864. manding 4th division for assignmaht to duty as Chief of Artillery., K ' ' II. Private Win. N. H. Riley,y.Compeny E, 9th Illinois Infantry report to Capt. V.. R. Flint,, A. A. g. for Special duty upon a^ehal • at \r . Rome, ■ Ga, Capt. *' ■■■ . Flint • • will • • relieve ■ • ' Private Riley ' • • 1 I and return him to his regiment. . . III. In compliance v/ith instructions from Major Gen ral McPherson, Commanding Department and,Army of the Tennessee, the 2d Iowa Infantry, Lt, Col. A. B. Howard, commanding, is hereby relieved from duty at Big Shanty and will report forthv/ith to Capt. i. , .^outtlin, Chief Q. M. , acting, for duty with supply traiij. • * • ^ IV. Special Field Orders No.^ 18, Paragraph I from these • • • Hea4 Quarters is hereby amended to read as follows:- In compliance with instructions from Major General McPherson commanding Departm,ei)t and Army of the Tennessee, Lt, F, Farley, A. C. M. 5th Division, will proceed at ence to Chattanooga, Tennessee (for the p urpose of mustering ,out the service detachments of nonveterans ■ from this command which may be sent him for thtt purpose. THe A. C, M., 2d division will make the reports of their commands required by General Field Order No. 34, Paragraoh 19, from Head Quarters Department and Army of. the Tennessee, Division commsnders will aee that the necessary reports are promptly forwarded to the • f A. C . M. that; he may comply with the requirements of the above men tioned order. In order to carry out Special Field Orders No. 57, Extract July 18G4. V', Head Quarters Department and Army of the Tennessee, the follow ing r.ovements v;ill be made:- ' 1st, Brig. General T. TT.'Sweeney commanding 2d division wili draw out his command from left to right as soon'as General Blair's troops have drav/n out from his left and will move along in the rear of his line inside of the rebel breastworks striking the telegraph road, near Major General Logan's head quarters where he will be in the rear of the r7«h Army Corps. ' ^is lost reelment draws out he will notify General Veatch 2d. Brig. General J. C. Veatch, commanding 4th division will draw out his command from'left* to right as soon as General Sweeney's degiment in his left moves out, moving up the' Burnt Hickory road and fall in the rear of General Sweeney's division. * lie will noti fy General MOrro'w, commanding Division lOth A. G. on his right when I % j to his last regiment moves out. * ' " — . . . * 3d. That portion of the 9th 111 nols (mounted) will again mount their animals dnd move in the tear of the coLimand. The dis mounted portion will remain with its brigade. • "The command will folio* substantially' the road d esignated to staff officers today. The movement must be made with as little noise and confusion as possible, especially among the teamsters and artillery. Pioneer Corps will be kept with the division ready to go to wokk as-soon as the rear position is taken, and Brigade Commanders will 'have July 1864. their tools with. them. The 2d Iowa Infantry will join i,ts divi sion as it passes .charge where the" trains are now parked. NOTE:- "^in.. E.. Kettles t'o Gen. Dodge, Washington, 2, Wants "Awtugraphs" I F. B. Perkins, Draughtsman to Gen. Dodge I leam that men from the ranks of volunteer troops, detailed for duty similar to mine, have been commissioned by the Secretary of War as Tooographical Engineers, upon the recommendation of their ommanding General . You are acqrainted with ra^ abSlities this line and if yo'. deem them worthy a commission you would do me a gpeat favor by recommending me for one. My termi of en-, listment is nearly over, and if my services to the Government, are worth 'but. pa^, I. must seek. elseShere for .employment. If you v.lslv (Bnyt^^iing p.f me concerning this, please call for ma ^ alono. ' as 1 would prefer no publicity made of the matter. .• i . . - ' r fli 1 Geo. R. Foster to Gen. Dodge, Chicago, 2, July 1861: 1 We have shipped your tents, 156, this day per railroad, You will please inform us as early as possible if you want tis to loake sl« extra totits with flyes to each regiment; in all twelve tents. Gen. McPherson S. F. 0, No. 57, Kenesaw, 2:- ■ - ; ' " , * III. Major General G. M. Dodge, Comma ding Left Wing 16th Amy Corps, will at once relieve the regiment of his command at 4 925 July 1864. Bis Shanty, and order it to report to Captain. J. T. Conklin, Acting Chief Quarter Master, for duty with supply train. , Gen. McPh^rson's S. p. o.. No.. 57, Kenesaw Mt., 2:- V. In order to carry out Special Field Orders No. 31, Head Qu arters Military X>ivision of the Mississippi, a copy of which is enclosed herewith, the following movements will be made. 1st. The Supply Trains of the Army of the Tennessee as fast as they are loaded with stores, will be moved today under the direction of Lt. Col. J. Condit Smith, Acting Chief QM. by the most practicable route to the Sand Town Road, there on South to "Chaneys" at the intersection of the Sand Town and Powder Springs and Marietta Roads, w^ere they will be parked, ' 2d. Major General F. p, Blair, Commanding l®th C. will C( mence moving his command from the Left at 9 o'clock this evening continuing successively to the Right, and will march by the route selected by hia Staff officers to day to the Sand Town Road and thence down it to some good point near the Widow Mitchell's, indi cating on the map, H ... : u 3d, Major General G. M. Dodge, commanding Left Wing, 16th A C, will commence moving his command from the left as soon "as * ' * - Major General P. P. Blair's troops have filed out and will march by the mo-t practicable route, selected by his staff officers today, to the Sand Town Road, and then follow Major General Blair's com mand down it to wh^re the road brandies off to Ruff's Mill cn the July 1864. . Nickojack Creek, and take up a Good position near Ruff's Mill. 4th, Major General .Jno. . Logan, carman ding 15 th C. will commence moving his command and from the left as soon as Major General Dodgers troops have filed out, and will m,arch to the Sand Town Road, thence down it following Major General Dodge's command to the forks, of the Roads leading to Rufffts Mills and Y?idow Mitchell's where he will h^t and. act ap a reserva. . , - 5th, Brig. General Garrard commanding Cavalry division will move his command at 9 o'clock this evening to. the vicinity of Big . Shanty.to cover the Rail and Tagon roads leading north from • Marietta and East of Kenesaw. Mt,, availing, himself of the defences thrown up by our troops. He will establish and keep ppen communi cation with Left of Major General Thomas's conE-.and, and will send • • — • one good regiment for picket duty over this afternoon to report at these Head Quarters at^5 o'clock to rel.ieve the.picket of Rlair's ancl*^Podge*o commands, c. c/; ' lU' X ' . j.. ■ ■ 6th, These^moveraenta will be made with as much celerity as posslbla aAd with the least amount of noise.^ All arrangements ■ except moving troops Snd* artillery should ""be "made quietly before 'f''" dark, to avoid confusion. • • • " '7th. Troops and'trains will move as mucH mnder cover and screene ' from the >lew of the enemy as practicable. 8th. One wagon with immunition for each regiment and battery will follow each divisiona s heretofore ordered; the remainder of July 1864, *4 ' ^ li « V" ■ '' ./■ lA . ■ the Ordnance triin of each division will go forward with the general supply train in charge of ordnance'officers. * ' Office Mem., 2:- ■ • -"O:. At 9 P. M. in comnlladce with orders, command commenced to move toward'the extreme right of line. At 10 p. M. received orders from Department Head fiuarters directing that the 2d division be halted in the real> of Harrow's Division," 15th'A. c. , and that ' ^ Veatch's Division remain in the old position, ready to move on and await orders, (general Harrow having reported the enemy forming heavy line in his front). The command was disposed accordingly' ' ^ Sweeney forming in Harrow's rear at 12 p. m. - • - ' Private Diary Mom., 2:- ? uo ' ' Moved out two miles in the night''towards'^the'rlglat. The enemy's command retreating after dark, ■ ^ Gen. Mcpherson to Gen. D&dge, 3:- t Enclosed herewith please find renort of "Effective Force," of ydur conmand which'is rpppectfully returned for the addition to it of "or extra duty,.sick arrest, &c" the same as is oontalned in morning report blank to Column 18, Hereafter these reports will be made in this manner. v I * *' r Lt, Harris to Col. Spencer, Contraband Camp, 5:-, Ifhen I last saw you I was in hopes of seeing you again, at^d having some talk but could not get beck in time. Qr^y tolls me that he gave you the telegram sent by General to Hashville. 1 July 1864. Were it not for the peculiar way in which it is worded, I should believe that he was actuated by good to the cause. He seems to be after every body in general, hunting up old matters, resolving him- * - t self into a "Smelling Committee." He accused Lt. Barnes of letting Col. Morton have Jacks out of our Corral to send north. It is needless to say to yoQ that it is false. We have just received two hundred or more contrabands -from Rome, I do not see how we can tako care of many more, xinless we have things somewhat as they used to be- not that I expect another General Dodge.' I have never had any conversation with the General on the Slavery question, bixt his actior\a suit mo, , - - ; "I (believe the Bill has passed for the organization of a Freewiman's Bureau. I am in hopes that the General will interest himself to shape things so that when my time is out, these ca^ips will fall into the hands of honest men, as. there is now a large sum at stake. I assure you that the thing will be a success if carried out are it- ought to bh', and-so far from the Blacks being lazjt, they ore tbte-WosC Industrious race uiUder the sun. I have an abiding / aith In the \natter. We have been asked fre quently,'if free, whdt will you db with them? WU;i cotton one dollar a pound I think the question will' be answered! ?\i\ them to work, it is what^wlll" conquer the south. • ■ dj • 'James k Wesbitt, Co. B.12th Georgia, is acting a^ my clerk and is every way competent ttfhold a Coinmission, If you cail pro- July 1864. cure him one in a Black regiment, you would oblige me and regard a good, honest and industrious soldier, I now have 3,000 dollars on deposit at Pulaski, which I am right glad to do, as I do not want to keep it myself, if my appli cation for funds would be attended to promptly; but to have to dance attendance two or three days for what Bahnes would decide in •» • , one minute, is, to say the* least, discouraging. I shall get on with a very little thib sumher, as I do not want to beg so hard fro what I am entitled to. ♦ If Major General Dodge should ever be disposed to take this regiment under his mantel, strengthen that resolution,for I do think if he would carry out the work that he has so well begun, it would bind brighter laurels to his brow, than all lUdT military vefnown, for t at ho shares with others; he stands alone In this, the dark social problem'of the age,* , . i. .0 h aJ Offic Mem. 3:-. '.h' ^ /j .jo, 0 . 3 t , At 4 A. M, t]ie 64th Illinois ^as skirmishers discovering that the -enemy had fallen baeit- advanced to the ore at of Kenosaw,, with out opposition and captured sqme of the enomy's near skirmishers. . At 0 A. M. the command moved and passing Cheeney*s farm on Sand • t » To»n road, halted at Intrenched position near Forks,of ^and Town road diretfe Marietta road. 4th Division bivouaced- 2d division moved to and formed line on Nickajack Creek Ruff's Mill, and ^ intrenoll«4 pmfitlon^ Th 2d regiment, 2d division moved across July 1864 Nickajack, forming a line a.few hundr^sd yards from Creek, and advancing heavy line of skirmishers. "• " f iw .. . The enemy are in strong fdrcQ west of the Creek, and soutli of a dense wood between my position and that of General Smith's. Private Diary Mem., 3:- - Moved to riiokajack Creek from Kenesaw, .enemy falling back. Took position on west side of the Creek, and men were on the top of Kenesaw at daylight. Gen. Dodge to Ge.ii . McPherson, Bluffs, 4 (10DR440);- ■ t . I .. I have the honor to report the movements as far as possible of this command today: The brigade officers are intrenching in front and have fur- • " s ' . i I niilied no reports. The conmand advanced about 1 1.2 miles beyond Nickajack Creek and aarried one long and continuous line of rifle pits on the h-ont that General Veatch charged. There were four" • . - • f ^ . L' ' i-i snioll regiments placed in the pits in single ranic, the charge was made with five regiments. I have questioned separately several of the prisoners, they all agree in the above statement and that their I • S . main line is some half a mile to the rear. I advanced the 66th Illinois tonight until theydrew the fire from two rebel batteries, one apparently to our right and one in the direction of the road we are upon. General Veal ch who has Just come off, of my advanced line, reports two buildings on fire on the right of the road, 1/4 of a mile in advance, and that he plainly could hear July 1864. chopping along our entire front, and artillery moving towards the right. He could give no idea of the amount* on my right and to the right of my line of battle, I have two regiments deployed as skirmid'iers. Th extreme rigjit is refused and connecting with the regiments sent down on the creek-by General Smith.'" Major Hurby pushed down the 'Creek meeting a strong skirmish line on his left, but not mud; on his right, but developed nothing more. - " The prisoners all agr :e that Hood is the left'of their army, ard that betv/eeri their loft an*d the river are State Troops, they say that their line is in the shape of a horse shoe, the points both resting on the Chattahooche. I have intrenched the'line taken qnd now occupy it along my entire front with line of battle. The brigade of the Corps on my left, occupied the enemy's works. General ** Veatch . • thinks his loss p over one hundred. I have no report from General S^ireeney, ^ol. Noycs, r59th Ohio lost a leg. Caj^t, Angel, 35th New Jersey is killed and several wounded. Office Mem., 4:- At 8 A. M, the entire command crossed Nickajack Creek, and ' ... ' ■ . (ji ■ press iJig forward drove the enemy into his works 2 l/2 miles north east of Nickajack. Heavy skirmishing ccontinued all day, our skirmishers pressing cautiously forward and main line intrenching, At 4 p. M. moved three baferles to advance line, and opened upon the ':^ne«y with shell, at the same time formed the'4th Dlvielwi with the 30th Ohio, 43d Ohio and 25th Wisconsin, and the 2d July 1864» Division with the 66th Illinois, 81st Ohio and 2d Iowa, deployed t - - - in single line (one rank) in advance.. Balance of divisions in reserve. . , , , At 4 1/2 P. M, advance line charged and carried the enemy's first line of works, capturing a number of prisoners. Both divisions v/ere immediately move forv/ard and occ pied and held the captured works. Loss in killed and woxuaded about 130. • At 1 A. M., July 5th, the enemy were discovered to be moving and at 3 H. 1,1. lur skirmishers advanced to and occupied the enemey's main, line of very heavy works. They found and brought in many prisoners and deserters, .' : - I, ■ Private Diary Mem., 4:- Moved out from Nickajack Creek attacked the enemy and carried their first line of works. Loss 200. Col. Noyes lost a leg. Gen. Dodge to Gen. McPhcrson, Ruffs Mills, 5 (10DR439):- I have the honor to report the operations of this command V - ■ - . . t » I « for this day (July 3d);- At daylight the C4th Illinois (fee. icC (on page 930):- Between my present position and that held by General M.L.Sraigh ' r V t . ... in a dense wood, the enemy apir ars to be in great force south of this wood, and owing to the lateness of the hour compelled me to maMe such disposition as would best protect'the troops in case of an attack. The gcund on the east side of the '^reek is I should Judge, July 1864. the best to occupy, but vii 11 require a larger force than I h ave on the line. It is generally belis'ved that there is nothing but cavalry on our front. Large camp fires are visible two or three miles, one east froir. our position, supposed tobb 'he enemey's. Correspondence of the Missouri Democrat, Ruffs Mills, 4, ♦ (7DR102):- The Cause of the Rebel Abandonment of Kenesaw-~The Retreat Across the Chattahooche: Another "glorious Fourth" has dawned and with its dawn a bright field of labor is presented to the view- a field ripe for f the harvest; not^ however, the merry harvest of the side, where the ripe '^aving grain is gathere d into the garner, but the harvest of death. Once more the enemy have abandoned a strong position and nee more are they being hunted to their next point of conbentration. THE CAUSE: For twenty-two days our army had been dra;vn up in line of battle, fronting, in the main, the Kenesaw Mountains, two of the last high peaks of the Altoona range, which were occupled by the enemy in force, as the apex of his army, which was formed Inthe shape of the letter V, with its center, or the bottorn of the letter, resting iipon one of the Kenesaw Mountains, and its wings extending backward upon either flank at an angle of less than forty-five datrees with each other. Thus the two lines <fff the eneajy were so very near each other that they could easily con- Julj^ 1864. centrate an immense erraj' at any point on their lines, at the i shortest possible notice, while our Lines were so much more ex tended, and were so unfavorably situated for co Ooper^ting with each other that it was next to an impossibility to succeed in anything like a general advance. These twenty-two days, however, at the foot of the Kenesaw Mountains had not been spent in vain- on, rather, in doing nothing; on the contrary, they were days of unceasing ac tivity, and night of continued toil. The army of McPherson, on the left, had worked their lines, inch by inch, to the very foot of the mountain, and at several points the skirmish lines were a good ways up the side of the mountain, while his bbtteries were posted in the most favorable positions to be f^und, from which they raked both mountains at irom twelve to 28 hundred yards, and with * ' . . . , , ■ such good effect that their batteries could not fire a dozen consecutive shots from the mountain, and their lines were compelled to lie all day in the trenches or elte remain behind the mountain. * * ' t It would hatie been impolitic to have charged the hill, for it could not have been done without a great sacrifice of life. Tharefore, Sherman*a unfailiAg plan was called into requisition. HOT IT TAS DONE: On the evening of the 2d orders were sent % around to the command pf McPherson on the left, trains were moved to the rear, batteries were muffled, and everything was put in ♦ order to slip away like am eel. About nine o'clobk P. M., the pickets in our front were re- * liavad by cavalry and General Biair commenced the movement. 935 Lir jV -f July 1864. brincin,^: out Vi.'s loft first, moving back to'the rebel works in our rear, marching down the rebel works on t v: Telegraph road toward Lost Mountain. As soon as General Biair's last brigade moved ^ away from the v'o"rks, General Dodge commenced, bringing out his " left first\ moving 'back to the telegraph road, v/here it waited for the command of General Elair to pass, when it fell in in the rear of Biair's column. Notwithstanding the alacrity with which the • • 4 . movement was conducted, the corps of Generals Blair and Dodge had not gotten far enougji for General Logan to have more than commenced his movements, (he was to have followed Dodge as Dodge followed Blair) when da light appeared, and, with daylight, a cessation of the enemy's firing and a withdrawl of his lines, he doubtless I . . . ' r-- ^ • having discovered our mo ement, and not understanding it, gave up Kenesaw, and the sun had not risen upon the mountains before every rifle-put had been exnlorecf by the inquisitive blue-coats. As this was unexpected, it of course caused a slight disarrangement of the ganeral plan of operations. Logan with his two divisions took the road to Marietta, while Blair and Dodge made all speed by the prescribed roads to the right. Your correspondent being with Wiis command, had an opportunity of noting the nature of the country, and the manj' lines of works with which it wcs covered. The works of the enemy were some of tho bes+ I ever saw, for field-worksj but their positions were not sb well chosen as o * they mi^t have been. * * • July 1864. At four o'clock P. 1.!. we arrived "upon the right" where we foimd a brisk skirmish going on between Morgan L. Smith's division which came here yesterday, and. the enemy. Smith's gallant boys had driven the enemy during the day about two miles. They were immediately relieved by Brigadier General T, yJ. Ssf/eeney's division of the 16th Corps- when they went back to the works they constructed the night before. General ^wseney's boys, weary with a long march and loss of sleep, stepped gaily out to the front, where th-::y con tinued the skirmish until night, when they soon threw up a line of light works and'stretched themselves out to rest, too tired and . 1 • . . . , sleepy, most of them, to eat, having marched hard all day under a burning sxm. The morning finds them frt^sh and ready for the t;ork » r- t which is before them. Heavy cannonading is heard upon our left front and in the direction of the C attahooche, and the men stand on tiptoe listening for an order to advance. A few" days more «r • , 1 , • and you may expect to h^ar good news. Correspondence of the Iowa State Register, Chat^ahooche River, ' . , . 5, (7DR102) ' Dear Frank; ♦ We carried • • the great rebel strong-hold and watch tower, Kcnesaw Kountaina, on the 3d inst. as a dequence took Marietta; also, and pressing Johnson's retreating column vigorously we captured thousands of prisoners. On the morning of the 4th inst, , wo found him in strong works on Nickajack Creek, and on the afternoon of that day. General Dodge's invincible command celebrated • 937 July 1864, n ^ ^ our Nation's anniversary by charging *the* enemy's works, "one line of v/hich was triumphantly carried and many prisoners taken. This morning Johnson evacuated his main line, and we are new in rapid pursuit of his demoralized and retreating army, and are capturing the "chivarly" by hundreds. Johnson is doubtless now crossing 'i the Chattahoochie v.'ith the disheartened remains of his powerful * • • , - fc t . . * - army, and will take refuge in his vorks about Atlanta, t • Sherman will improve his great advantage and within a short time will either, have the "Gate City" invested and besieged or havi^ , taken possession of it, will be in pursuit of Johnston farther South. Gon. Dodge's F. 0. No. 30, Ruff's Kills, 5 (13DR):- I. Asst. Surgeon Charles E. Roe, 40th Ohio Infantry and I Asst. Surgeon F. T. Randolph, 18th Miss-uri Infantry will prowoed to Maritta and report to Surgeon J. A. Follett, 59th Ohio Infantry for duty in hospital at that point. II. Richard A, Taylor, Hospital Steward, 39th Ohio Infantry will at once report to Siirgeon J. A.'- Foilett, "SOth Ohio Ihfantry Marietta duty in Hospital at that point. , . Office Mem., 5 • »t The command moved (starting at 1 P. M.) on ^wid ^owrt Roa®f to the *idow Mi'tchell's farm, and bivouaced, holding roads leetding l^herefrom to Turners, HowellS" and Sand ^own Ferries, Private Diary Mem. 5:- Enemay retreated during the night. Moved to Widow Mitchell's and camped. ^2^ July 1864. Gen, Dodge's S. F. 0. No, 31, 6, (13DR);- I. Brig, General T. W. Sweeney, commanding 2d division will « move with his division to Howe 11s Ferry, relieving the brigade of • • • * , General Leggett's Division, He will take a strong position and obtain good positions for his batteries, that will control the .. cprssing of the river and prevent the enemy from putting up v/orks. He will also reconnoiter the country to the east, and repair and open roads leading to General Leggett's left, now resting on Nickajack Preek, and keep open communicaJLions with a light line I • • . . * ' of pickets. Great vigilance must bo observed and the river both noticed to the right and left and all movements of the enemy reported, . Brig. General Veatch,- commanding 4th Division, will move with his division to the forks of the Boswell, Ferry, and Sand Town Road and tales a" good position from which his troops can be promtply moved in oithbr direction. He- will open a road as near due east as practicable to .the poition of the 18th A, c.p one regiment of this command will be kept at the ' c^hoss roads near his present camp for picket duty on'Ylank and rear and to'guard the drains that nre to move to 'fieir .i^lace, General Sweeney's command will move in sd^J^ance,' " h Secy of ^ar's S.' 0. No» 228, Washington, 4^-CDT140) 31. By direction of the President, Gaptain Christian Hedges, 7th Iowa (Veteran) Volunteers, is hereby dishonorably June 18G4, dismissed the service^of the'United States, for intemperance and ■' • f. - 'P ' strag^li'^S. Gen, McPhers6n*s S. F. 0. No. CO, Gordons, C;-*" ^"0 ■ Major General Dodge, commanding-Left' Wing Icth Army Corpsi will m.ove one division of his command down to Howell's Ferry, and ri^lieve the hrigade of General Leggett's division'there statioaod. The Brigade on being relieved will join its command* • * . ^ ^ ' T") ' Major General Dodge will move his other division down to the junction of the Howell's Ferry and Sandtown Roads, where it will take up position. * " * Office Mem., C:- ■ ' " Sent one section of the 14th Ohio Battery to report, to Geaerrjl^ Stoneman on ^and town and moved the 4'th" division to forks of Sandtown and Howells Ferry roads. At 7 P. M. moved the £d brigade of the 2d division to- ' : river at Saiidtbwn Forrj' and the 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry to river at Howells -^erry. Barnes left the mess. ' ' private Diary Mem., 6:- . " • Moved Fuller's Brigade to Gordons Cross roads.- ♦ Geri. McPherson to Gen. Dodge, In Field, 7:- Enclosed I send you copy of Dispatch jflst received from Major General Sh^rffiah- From it you vUl ?ee he«*ant8 us to kee pour troops well in hand fot* any movement, but at the same time make i demonstrstions As though we were trying to find a crostlng placo . July 18C4, on the Chattahoochie. The enemy have batteries of from one to four guns^ opposite all the ferries as near as I can learn, ancl are strengthening their defenses, and the banks on the opposite side from us are lined with Sjiarp-shjjotera, I wish you to take or cause a regiment of infantry and a section of artillery, to go to each of the ferries (Howells) dnd Sand Stone). Let a portion bf each regiment be deployed as sharpshooters to disturb the enemy and open on his batteries with your artillery, or on any trains or columns of troops yo"' may see moving." Major tfehernl Stoneman reports that thh enemy have been troops and trains down the river for the last c-f houro, T sent Capt . Reece doW with this order*,' who will accompany the regiments and artillehy as'^he is familiar'with the roads, &c. Gen. Sherman to Gen. McPhorson In the field,' 7, 8 K. I send McCoy down to see you. I did intend to ride* the lines today, but bave my mind so Intent on a crossing place that I waht to be near." The cars now runinto Marietta and down as far as' a bre'bk that will be^ repaired today, about 4 miles back of the bridg^. The en'emy hold as a tete dti pont the hill from the Nickajack to a point about two- miles f^bovc tho. bridge. I rather prefer that thiff should be so, as he. iffill have le,^ on the other 'side. I "Wish you to displky a® lauch anxiety to cross as possible and aa lo^ down, but keep your mftssea ready ' o move to the -real quarter when rcquiredt • 1 wish you to use .artillery pretty July 18C4. freely, and if as I Understand you,have a, plurisihg..l'ire on the ex treme point pf that rangd near Nickajack, get plenty of guns, say 30 to hear give it thunder. I send you copy of an important despatch for cavalry in additlop^i^o whic Rousseau will s tart from, Decatur for Opelika, • t If you'See ^tcneman. feel him and see. how he would like to work doRTi the river, say ,30 miles, and also make a dash for Opelika, swinging, back to us or to Rome for safety. A beark of tv/enty miles from Opelika westward is perfectly practicable and would be a good blow. In the meantime we can imp ijpve our oommpiications and get a sure crossing at some point above. Gen. llcPherson to Gen. Dodge, In the Field, 7, (lOP LI.* ' - t • In order to relieve a portion of Major General Stoneman's • r> cavalry, so that he can make^ a scout tp the 7.cst of Sweetwater • i < lO,. . . . . " Creek, as well as, to koeji^ up appearances of trying to find a place to cross the Chattachqpohie, you will send one brigade of your command at an early liour tomorrow morning down to the vj.cinity of Sand Town ^erry (whe'e the 66th Illinois is at prewent) and have them extend their pickets down the River about one mile, to a hill just below Lawyer Edge's house, • Col. Bane to Qen«- Dodge, Pay son ?:- I am at home and am m citizen.'; I hardly Imow !iow I feel. On my hay home at Nashville I warn taken very siok and In id on my back on a boat most of the v.ay to"St. Louis, where I comraenced /• July 1864. mending and again I £eel pretty well. I found Dr. Kendall at Resaca on his way home very sick. I have not heard "from him since. His friends are uneasy. I found the railroad between Resaca and ^alto'n v/ithout a single guard, and here the road was cut and two trains burned. This appear ed to me unnecessary. General Steadman is putting on style in Chattanooga. No mdn can pass there on Sierm'an's orders or permit witho^^t reporting to him and obtaining b-is approval! i saw one -Of Sherman*s bcouts tr^ it, ,and after showing his orders. He had to prove his identity, and ay, but-the fellow cursed "old Steadman". I have but little op'portunity since arriving of tolling how the people feil generally, but one thing is evident, and that is, a general despondency. The people have nearly lost con- -fidenOe irj our finance.^ The democrats-everywhere say publicly ■ * • that Jeff Davis vflll galri his'Indepe»4a«l0e. TJjQre.is an evident breach between thein-on.*ar and peace, and we ^re, all hoping it will culminate at 'he great Convdntlon and blow the stinking ; institution. .o') General Ogleaby is populttr and will be elected. Some doubt about tho balance of the State ticket,, as the toldiers cannofc y^te in this stfilte. Sherman's late repulse created some gloom, but ■ , the evacuation of Kenesaw haa carried it away, , "Every possible'means even, the most unscrupulous will be used to defeat il r. L4inobXi|: and his euOAOsaor is expected to Inauguarate July 1864. k:\ " • WJ a new and of course, a far bettery war policy, and yet no oae offers to predict what it will, be .excepting the real peace men, and they speak out .for recognition. I think that if Mr. Lincoln be elected all the north will settle down into a determined war policy and dverythiflg vfill brighten; if not, I believe the devil will be, to pay and that pretty soon. You see that Chase is out and I guess I must have you ch,ange your letter as lit is addredded to Mr. Chase. If you can get Mr-. ■ Pherson's .endorsement it would help me, ^and I must tby and get into some business as soon as my health will permit, , - , . .r , ' Mrs, Bane wishes to be remerabered. Please' tell B\irnham that I visited his family yesterday and paid his wife $40. They are ' -jo' well. I will try and ^- rito you again" soo . t ' - Qen, Dodge's S. F. 0. No. 32,^In the Field, 7 (13DR) I. Co. D., 4th Alabama A. D. will report at once to Brig, General J. C. "Veatch, comtfiandlng 4th division for assignment to duty in the pioneer corps, . i " v - . II, private James Easton, Co, B,, 50th Illinois Infantry reported and arrested sa.a deserter is hereby rostored.-^to duty without stoppRgi from his pay of expenses of arrest and of pay ^ and allowaances during absence until the circumstances attending his arrest as a deserter can bo investigated by proper authority, Oen, Dodge to Gen. Sweeney In the field, 7, (10DR441):- Send one regiment of infantr: (sharpshootergil to the river at July 1864. Sand Town |'erry. Have the infantry engage the rebel skirmishers on the opposite and gain the river if possible. Send one section -of artillery wit'-, the regiment "to" co-operate with it. Capt, Reese cf General l!cPherson's Staff, v/ill accompany them. Make a determined effort as'though you'were going to cross. Use artillery freely. Correspondence Of the Missuuri Deraocrat, 7, (7DR102}:- ' Sherman Pressing the Eneney--McPherson again on the'Right The Fourthof July has once more come and gone. Another year of the independence of^the United States has beung, and that too T w- • . With a bright prospect that before i's close, independence may be made doubly independent by the uprooting of this wicked and ungodl; rebellion, into which a portion of our "nee happy country have so . 1.1" , " ' . ■ • i ' . . . , madly engaged. The morn ng of the fourth found General ^lair's corps on the Sandtown road, within a few miles of the Chattahooche, being +he extreme right except oavalry. Next the corps of General Dodge, in the neighborhood of Ruff's Mill or Mill Grove, with a portion of the 15th Corps at the forks, where the Nickoack or Mill Grove road leaves the Sandtown road, with the 23d corps upon our left. The Advance: About eleven o'clock the lines began an advance upon the Nickojack road. The 2d division of the 16th corpsDodge's- upon the right, and the 4th division upon -fihe left of the road, Morgan L. Smith's division, 15th corps, /upon the left. rjtL - V#: July 1864. moving cautiously forv;ard a distance of about two miles, the enemy's skirmishers making byt a'faint Opposition to'the advance. Having crossed the Nickojack Creek at Ruff's Mills, and ad vanced about a mile'beyond, our lines cajne up to the enemy's v/orks and halted for rest, the heat being intense. In this position the lines ipemained unCil abott four o'clock in the afternoon, when the skirmishing being pretty heaVy, our lines charged the enemy's' r * works, carrying them v/ithout'much trouble, the enemy making no manifestations of fight. Our losses were small, about one hundred and twenty killed and wounded - Puller's Brigade, fourth division 16th cons, charging in line of battle upon the left, and Mersey's brigade, second division on the right in line of skirmishers. After carrying this line of works, our command halted and re- ▲ ( • 'V • T • . . „ . . . i ^\J -1 y mained in this position all night. About dark the enemy opcr.ed upon us from a battery, from which they gave us a few ghots, ' r - . . . f • • » ' « -s . • ■ - r * ' . ^ . J J ■ . . . they retired under cover of the darkness. Speeches, After the charge, Ahen kkirmishers had been posted, and all began to grow quiet, the wounded having been cared for, the men of the command began to gather into groups, and more than one patriotic Sjpeech was improvised for the occasion, and delivered '•'ith the Spirit, the truo spirit of determination. And more than one gallant soldier turned his mind's eye back to the "days of * ■ « ' » . . . ■ ' yore" when the Fourth of July was celebrated, not with blood and the eacrifice of hu4an life, as" was this, but with joy and feasting July 1864. more than one gallant soldier pledged anew his life to restore his country's flag to its place all over our land, oven at the expense of annihilation. % t Change of Position: On the morning of the 5th the enemy having left our front, and not having orders to press them, we quietly "lay in the shade" until about 10 o'clock, when we began a movement to the right, the 15th and 16th corps recrossing Nickojack Creek and moving down.the Sandtown road to the neighborhood of luitchell's ^arm, taking up a position in the rear. The 17th Corps rests on the Chnttanooga River- as yet no decided effort has been made to cross the r.iver, bu^ we caln cross whenever we will. McPherson's men know no such word as fail, especia iy when a-pon toon bridge is to be ^J;irown across a river in the face of an enemy, as the work of a portion of the 15th corps, on the Tennessee, at Chattanooga last fall, or Sweeny's division, 16th Corps, at the • r - ' Ooatenaula May 1st, wij.1 show. Therefore it is plain the policy • , . - j • has something to do with the crossing of the Chattahoochee at present. ■ - . The Situation: is favorable, from the fact that not two men - j . . , of one corps know exactly the position of any other. Thus German and hi# army commanders have the m_atter In their own hands and com mand their armies themselves. Thanks to their rigid discipline, every man hag his place and keeps it. July 18G4. * The Spirit of the Troops: have not heen better since the ■ . f - : • r ' beginning of the campaign. All are full of the thought that victory is within our grasp, and, fully confident of successj reposing the fullest confidence in their commander, they can but win, A few Says more, and something will turn up beyond a doubt. . I . • - . " • ^ -m ■ X Newspaper Clipping:- Gen. G. I,T. Dodge: Not many days since a "reyort from an aSmy correspondent obtained currency in one of the Chicago papers, to * . fr- » . * ' ♦ '- T. V 'T the effect that General Dodge and his corps of veterans had been defeated by the enemy. Captain A. t. HLodgett,' late an oficer in the 39th Infantry, and now an officer of Battery H. 1st Mb. Light Arti'lery, gives his opinion of lying newspaper correspondents in the following way. His letter is dated June 26th:- "The account of Dodgers retreat," published in the Chicago • - f • I t .. . , . • n tribune, and to which you referred, waa entirely false. There was not the least foundation for the statement. It v.'ks written by one of those worthless army correspondnets who are ever a curse to the army l th which they are allowed to travel- skulking behind a tree, or lolling in the tent of some political aspirant who I am ashamed to say o'ften wears the uniform of a pfe%eral officer-- 'i ^ several miles from danger, they give Ifie "Latest' account of thb' Bottle," In glowing words, they picture the heroic daring and " •- unflinching courage of the General whose whisky excites their ad miration for his generalship. While they are furnished with a July, 18G4, good horse, plenty of cigars, and a seat at their benefactor's table, they are not particular^ if they do herald to the world "aii account of the "supposed" disgraceful rout" of any ammy corps of tried and willing men, providing they can use their downfall as ' j ■ a foundation upoi? which to build up the-namo of their idol, "A short extract taken from General Sheruian's circular of date May 20th, 1864, who by the* way, despises this class of men as much as he does all other cowards, skxilkeijg, and stragglers, v/ill show you how much dependence, can be -placed in the flying reports sent north by "array correspondents," - « "Ihat the commanding General does discourage is the mainten ance of that clafirs^of men-who will'not take a muskeV and figbh but follow the army to pick up news f6r-sale", speculating on a species of information, which is dangerous to our army end our cause, and who are used more to bolster up idle and'"worthless offiders than to notice the«hard workiOj^ and meritorious, whose modesty is generally r • •• If " 'equal to their covirage.- • . • ' is sufficient for you to know that the ICth Corps has shared in the' entire campaign under General-Sherman, * • • and ? that • • it• • has at all times acquitted itself with honor to itself • and m its commander, ^ Tho entire arm: is ii\ spleridid condition and anxious for the fray) The enemy occupies,, a strong position, holding Kenesaw and Bald Hountalna. in aur fronts with our right resting on or near the Chattahooched river on the west, and the left almost if not July 1864. ( ii/ quite reaching the river on the east. "Our line Is extendted some 1 thing in the shape of a horseshoe with Marietta in the center.' Latest accounts stated tha^'" this gay city had been taken by Sherman but at present the enemy are holding it Tor* us. 'There is not an officer or'soldier in this "grand Army of the West" who would not laught to scorn the idea that Sherman cannot advance -wheri> he sees fit to do so. Office Mem,, 7:>. ' « .."iccfy Moved the 4th Division on to -the forks of Greens and, Tunner's ferry roads, throv/ing forward advance lin to the river. j . Private ^lary Mem., 7:- ' If* ^ Moved Veatch to Leggett*s sup ort. Sent one ,reginjient aijd, two i)ie6es of artillery to ^Howell.'.s ferry and one regiment and two. piecesrof nrtillehy to Sandtown, and opened on the enemy. Spencer went to see General Corse". ^ Gen. 'Dodge's S. p. o. No. 33, In th' Field, 8 (13DR) I. During the absence of Lt. J. F..Falrey, A.c.M., 4th Illinoi the proper mustering ofoffic' rs and men of the Division to Lt. J. D. Davis, m. 2d division all reports required to be made to the S, C. K. will be promnerly forwarded to St. Louis. II. Lt. J. D. Davis, -A. c V. 2d division, will at once pro ceed to Chattanobgae, Te/n., for^ the purpose oX ototainittg tjie papers pretaining to his office and to obtain a supply of blanks. He will j return at "the earliest practicable moment. u. 9e&^ July 1864. to General Sweeney, In the Pieldj 8 (10DR441) ' The General Commanding directs that those men belonging to the 7th Illinois Volunteers now on duty with the Pioneer Corps, who have not re-enlisted be returned to their eregiments preparatory to being sdnt north for muster out. h c I Gen. Dodge to Gen, McPherson, In the Field7 8 (10DR442):- I rei^pectfully*request that W.-H. Chamberlain, Co. C., 81st Ohio, Infantry Volunteers, be appointed Asst. Com'y of Musters for this Cjmmand. Gent'McPherson*a ^**0, No, 1515, Chattanooga, 8,(16DR137) I, Leave of-absence for five days-is hereby granted to Capt, S. W. King, 50tR Regiment Illinois Infantry Vol-unteers, vith permis4ion to proceed to Nashville, Tehn, ■ .. NOTR: Bridge Ann Cornyn to Gen. Dodgo,'^ concerning Arrest of her Son, Dr. F- M. Cornyn, Received at R"6s well, 10th: ' P. N,. Reed to Gen. Dodge, Syracuse, 8:- I have been reading an account of your attack of the rebels at Keneaaw, Mountain, It is a long time since I have seen any account of you in our papers,. We got .very little of the detai is of your battles in Georgia. My wife and myself have looked steadily but found l>ut little. ' . o . , , This morning in the Loulev 11 le Journal I read a-long account of you. General Logan, General Blair and others. You had- a hard fought battler there. I want to. hrear from you very much. I am here July 1864, ^ in business with Mr. Parsons, Eddy Sims, and Drury is with us, Mr. Davenpctt is to be with us. Davenport will be in Nev/ York to sell our tobacco, Sims is in a store Mr, Parsons established in Dayton, Ohio for the purpose of buying tobacco in Ohio and . Indiana. Hy family are yet in Mollne and I shall know in a fdw days how soon X shall move here, -I want to call your attention to a young man in your cpmmand by the name, of Murray, I think he is in Gary's Battery. His father is Postmaster as Canandaigua, New York. I have known young Y^urray'g father from his childhood. Please say to the young man that I with many of his friends watch * with much interest bia efforts and feel very much gratified with— his achievoments. I want you tp writ§ me a letter how your.health is and your family. . . ' „ ... , 1 don't know whether J shall go to the Bluffs this season or not. Please write me what you think tout the present of the pacific Railroad- 1 have been here about two mon|/hs, RemBHBber me io your wifd and little Tnee.' If ylur hesath fails come here the next time you go off to recruit .it. Don't i'all to write at once, . * • .i L. M. Dayton to Gen, McPhersortj Chattahooche Riv, ' I am directed by the General commanding to say that General Schofield has effected a crossing near the mputh of^oap Creok cpturing'a gun and not losing a man. The General commanding further July 1864. - ■ directs that you will rcove General Dodge's Corps to Roswell Via " ' Marietta to secure a lodgment and crossing 'that will have been made before he arrives. Start one division immediately and let i • the other follow close both moving with artillery and wagons. At Marietta they will leave their empty wagons to be filled and • • • follow to Roswell. Let the Pioneers be sent with the leading division and instructed to put up a double trestle bridge over theChattahoochie by the main road where the bridge was burned. Instruct General DQdg-e to push well out covering the ground in front of the bridge and shallow ford upon the calculation that your whole command will cross there. ■ i , The cavalry will remain on that flank and he will also find a .diviSi^on belonglpg to Gf^neral Thomas which being relieved t y him will rejoin its command. . , ... - ^ The General thinks you need not keep infantry below the posit - * tion nov; occijpled by General Loggett and that General Stoneman will be abl'i to aocom[)liah. all that is ther^ required tintil the final move, , The enemy will either rally withintthhe next twentyfour hou rs ♦ ' f on your flank or abandon the bank of the Chattahoochie altogeth r; so watoh him close, drop occasional shotr about his pontoon bridge, and try and capture some of his artillery. General Thomas has captured the enemy's pontoon at Paces and I has a position from which he thinks he can reach the railroad bridge with artillery, , .JlKtSTt' July 1864. o~ f^vo ■ / £j \yi 'f ■ ' Office Mem., 8:- ;. ' •. ■ .-u ') i/o« J»?n|(BboX b Position unchanged. 1 ■ ' *■ ■ . - . .* . . vT-'-:" -jhiSti Private Dia y Mem., 9:- -"o .v' Moved from Sandtown and Widow Mitchell's and camped one mile f • .• . t I % east of Marietta. Saw Col. Noyes. * . ' ' » » ■* Gen. Dodge's F. 0. No. 34, In the* ^ield, 9, (13DR):- I. The command will move immediately to Rosswell via Marietta in the following order:-" let, 4th division. Brig-. General J. G. Veatch commanding. 2d, One birigade of the 2d division. 3d. All supply trains; all empty wagons will be left at Marietta to iDe loaded, * " • • *4th. The brigade of the 2d division now Sandtovn, Tenn, As a guard for the trains. .. I .4. ,. "'^th. The 9th Illinois, after l,he rest of-the command has start ' " ed,* will rove by the most direct Acutfe ^d- RoSwdll Factory. II. Private Thomalt J. Grant, Co. K., 7th Illinois Infantry, is hereby relieved from Special duty at these head quarter.^ and will report without delay to ^his'^company commander at ^ome, Ga, Correspondence of the Cincinnati ^ommerftlsl, 9,- McPherson Helps Scliofield: "Stir up the enemy a llttlte'In your from " said General McPhers'on to" his division commanders on the first of July, "and make a diversion in favor of Schofield, who I • ' ' ' had advanced some distance on our extreme right today". Moving Dodge's corps hard up against the rebels, his skirmishers advancing July 1864. half way up the-rugged heights of Kenesaw, a terrific artillery duel opened. All along McPherson's lines came Ih cannon's opening roar; all along the rebel steeps came forth the screaming shells. Music & War. Thrilling Scbne: While this was going on, the brass band of the 9th Illihois, withint speahing*distance of the enemy's pickets, discoursed the Star-Spangled Banner. The effect f - I upon the llyal troops v;as trhilling; cheers rose with each vari ation of that storied stong. Talk about the music of enchanted halls; tell to the v;orld the glories of the opera; but for effect, ' t ► t < for enthusiams, give to soldiers the Star-Spangled Banner, with the crash of artillery to bid defiance to the rebel demons, who hate it most bitterly. A Question and its Retort; Late that night, when "war had amoothe® our rugged front," a rebel who belonged to a Tennessee * regiment in Cheathan'd division, yelled out from the height above, 4 — V-w Where he was safe; ■ ■ r • _ f "What in h--l do you Yankees want down here? A^e you after ourgnegro wenches?" f v ' "You forget" cooly answered a gay fellow in Sweeney's division, who had no less than a dozen lady friends in Pulaski, where that I division was so long stationed—"You forget, that your sisters and 1 - . . . sweethearts, and wives for that' matter, have been in our hands and associated with us for t'he last two years." July 1864. i Their rations are ample and substantial, anfl their clothing is good- better than, it used to be with them.' Only in amrr.unition is Johnston's army deficient. In Jolmston all expressed the hifhost confidence as a General, soldier and gentleman. i One felow, who was at. ^ickstiurg, one year ago, being captured by Mersey's men on Monday, remarked: "Well, this, is just wha|, you « - .. V , . . . . ^ V , 'uns did for me |uns last 4th of July." "What made you give up Kenesaw Mountain?" asked a soldier, in ta Iking to them. * - - X - - "Oh, well. Hooker and another regiment flanked usj" And here i ~ they began to charge Hooker with doing that very mean business ever since leaving Dalton, It is verily true thtt he has done his ' * ' share in that line, ** * ■ A Guerrilla Hanged: On Tuesday last a notorious guerrilla named Edward Edwards, who resided near Dalton, and has partici-' pate in several bridge-burning exploits, and has taken the life of more than one loyal man, was publicly hanged ht Dalton in the ' _ • I t presence of a large number of citizen rebels . Since the occupation of the, country by our troops, guerrilla outrages "hdvd beCome So numerous that General, ^nerrc.an considered extreme measures necessary. He ,accordingly selected thir Edwards, who was tried and condemned 6o death by the military commission. The General approved of the t •* * * • proceedings, and instructed Colonel- Sib Id, commanding the post, to carry out the sentence. Edwards exhibitied no signs of peni- July 1864. tence upon the scaffold, and died without implicating his accomplices. Office Mem., 9:- t ' In compliance with instructions from General Sherman, moved entire command on. Sandtown road, to one mile east of Marietta and „ hivouaced. ... , . . _ Private Diary Meir,., S;-?^ . , . , r, In Camp. ?.^rote General Sweeny letter objecting to his move ments,. and neglect off dutj'., .. , _ Gen. Mc^'he.rs.on's P. 0. No. 64, In the ^ield, 10:- Major General G. Dodge, commanding Left iVing 16th G. will cause to be detailed from his command thirty mouhted men to re-- port, w.i^bout delay to Capt. J. Pearce, C s.. at Office of Depot • T 5 - . - Commissary 'at Marietta Ga.^ for the purpose of driving and guard ing cattle for this army. .. .. . If Capt. Peapce is not at^Marietta when the detail reached - - « ■ T , thereit will wait for him. Gen. Sherman's P« 0. No. 32, In the Field, 10;- I, The division of General Jno. E. Smith will occupy the Alatoona Pass with a detachment at Kin ston and .Cartersville, end the brigade now at the Alatoona Pass will occupy Keneaaw Mountain and Big Hiahty. The District of the Eto^ah will be extended to embrace the Keneeaw Mountain. y .'ft • • ••' ■ - * . '■■■ ■ ■ .XM. July 1864, .1 -CI II. Each of the three armies will have cTne regiment at Marietta of the average strength of 330* nten, for fatigue duty to unlosfd cars the commanding officers to report for orders to the Chief Commissary, Colonel Beckwith.' Marietta will he the grand depot, but the Chief Qr, Master may arrange to deliver sfores in bulk at Ruff's or Vinings Station accor^ding to the facilities of the railroad, III. Commlssai^ies and Qr, Mast'er'S must keep ten day's sup- .T f plies on hand at all times, without special orders to that effect, and' the army must be ready for quick prompt movement, as our future plans will depend oh the enemy. "7 " ' Oen. Codge to Gen, Sherman*, In the ^ield,' 10 1:30 P. , . r. My troops are arriving and cro'-tfsing. I have been* here two hours, and in company with General Newton *have thoroughly examined the country, I will occupy and fortigy tonight, a tete-du-pont 1/2 mile from the river and extending up' and down one mile covering the 'entire ford bridge and" roads leading to them. The ford is 1/2 mile or more in extent, very rougli and impassible ^except for troops. To Ibrldge the stream, I will have to build over 650-"^ feet in length, I o^iall use the old piers trestle between, " r' / .1 ye have k strong picket'^Sitt throe miles, covering the forlP of ' hthe road leading to Mc. Bridge, o|gtt miles up this river also covering forks of roads thOj^ lead to Atlanta, But it is too V July 1864. • • ..V » far out to tako the conunand until the river in easily passed hy artillery and tryiins.yf ' , , V Gen. Sherman to Gen. Dddge, 10, (15DR41) The Signal Officers report the railroad and wagon road bridges burning. If this be so, the enemy will, of course, quit this shore . . . , L , • . , - and you should be duly vigilant at Roswell. Get there as quick as possible and fortify on the other side. n •. ' T Gen. Sherman to Gen. Dodge, 10, (15DR43):- I have been out all day and am just back. Have received r-eneral Garrard's and your dispatches. I design that I.IcPherson's • whole a liny shall come to that flank, and you are to prepare the way. . . . General Newton will stay with you till you are safe, when he » « "r will rejoin his corps now in support of Schofiold, eight miles t ■ ' . — below you. Garrard will picket the roads and I want you tofortify a tete-du-pont and bridge, McPherson will operate to the right, and then whon all is ready will come rapidly to your flank, % t • < • • therefore make all preparations to that end. Schofield has a stout place opposite the mouth of Soaps'Greek. Keep me well ad vised by courrier to Marietta aiid telegraph. y Gen. Poe to Gen, Dodge, Washington, March 7th, 1866;- I received your note of the GSnUnst. and am sorry to say w ' '' " I ' ■ ' that the negatives of the photographs "td which you refer, have passe'd otit of my hands having been turned over to the Engineer Bureau some months ago. July 1864, I have, however, sent your letter to the Engineer Bureau, vit a request that the photographs be sent to you, 'and I hope it will be done. . . . You may perhaps remember, that about the time your corps crossed the Chattahoochee at Roswell, a terrific storm of lightning and rain, acconpanied by v/ind, passed over the camps of your troops, I Would esteem it a favor if you would send me some particulars • •• r • respecting it- the direction whence it came, the length of time it continued, the force of the wind, the circumstances attending the stroke of lightning which injured some of yoiir troops,the number so injured a .id the character of their injuries. ^ I desire the inforr..ation for Prof, Henry of the Smithsonian Institute, in whose presence T mentioned the fact, and as I could only give him tdie gaaaeral features of the storm he requested me to try to get some of the particulars for him. i Gen. Dodge to Gen. '^oe. Ft. Leavenworth, March 1'6, 1866 (20DR118):- I am in receipt of yours of March 7th and comply with your • • / "iJO request with pleasure. I shall have to speak from memory but mainly very corrcgt as " ' ■ ^ - I , 1 paid consl derable attention to the storm then and afterward. corps, the 16th, reached Roswell Sunday noon July 10,1864, and we immediately crossed the river and pvorked until Wednesday night putting in a double track trestle bridge. The weather was July 18C4. excessively hoi, t-he hottest I think we experienced during the. campaign. On the south side of the River, my corps were formed. very compact,, in a tete-du-pont, covering the birdge and roads. I had all my nrtillery in .position and most of the. infantry had , . : JL their arms stacked as there.wer^ heavy drtails at work on the bridge. It was finished about 5 P. M. red .osdny, and the., ISth corps, which-arrived there that day commenced crossing. j. r- T\ -i. ^ ^ Ji ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ X* ifr About G P. I'., a gale of wind, arose blov/ing errifdcally for 15 minutes when the thunder shower came. on,.the rain pouring down in torrents mnd the thunder and-lightning close together (hardly. any distinction from one peal to another) it was so strong that at times the.l5,th corps had. to halt. This corps was crossing the bridge d-.iring the storm apd passed directly through ray lines and went to the left, there no,t being room in the rear of my en trenchments for J.t to bivouac; and it was halted ri::ht on the Road i ... .. . . . ' and on the bridge, thus being in the midst of my corps at the herv-i ieat part of the shower. The lightning first struck in the hill and oouth side of the river in a bsttery in position, then in a regiment of-infantry, a jSiort distance to the rigth, then on the north side of the bridge in the Valley and right rt the head of the bridg where my Pioneer corps was cam.ped, k,illing one man and several mules; during this time it stiuck one or two other points, doing no damage, however, Horses and men jn the 15th corps on the >4., July 18C4. bridge were knocked down but not materially injured and a great many in both the 15th ahd 16th corpS felt the shock. It' was the most destructive in the battery. ' In my corps 33 or 34 men were killed or wounded and quite a number, I believe 18 (but I may be mistaken) were killed outright. The wounded were burned, paralyzed and shocked. Some severely, ■ some slightly, but all had to'be put in hospital, and on the bodies of the killed you Could tracfe the tracks of the lightnings, so I was told, but I did not examine them. ThOy wore not much', if any, mutilated, and I remember it was spoken of that one or two of the killed had not even a trace on them. Several stacks of muskets Were struck, bent up, butts split, etc. It 7/as one of the most terrific storms I ever exper ienced, and'the lightning appeared to strike close around us at' ever; flash for nearly half an hour. It struck close to my tents, so close that we aH felt the shocks sensibly. They9' were pitched on th bluffs north of the river, one half mile* from the line where most of the* damage was done. No persons Were injured except in my corps. It was Lieut. Maurey^s light B^ittor^ A, 2d TT. S. Artillery, that suffered most, I forget the regiments of infantry but it In ««*•> eluded two or three I think the storm came from the northwest but T will not be O'^rtain about that, I know that althouj;^ it was only 6 o'clock or thseeabouts, it was so dark that yoU could not sere; July 1864. the heavens v;ere very hlack and all light of day seemed to "be Hhut out. Tlie green trees and s-tefte, buildingi#e-^fe^e»*tou,Lx-4. were struck. The storm did not extend very far from the north of us and to the south its track seemed to be from the north west to the south-east. I ordered the Medical Officer to render full report stating the circumstances, the nature of the v/ounds on both the killed or wounded which \vas done and properly forv^arded from that tut : date. If it can be foun", more definite and correct information can • ■ij . -'OX 'JO* <■- . , 1, . .'W.. be obtained. '' ■' • '' ' 0 ' 41 .' I It J j. . u C o Xi * Office Mem. ,10:- Moved to Roswell and threw command (the men having to Wadejf across the Chattahoochee river, relieiving General Newton's divison 3th A. C., and intrenching position oh range of the hills covering • f roads leading to the fords and bridge near Roswell. At 9 P. M. had a foot bridge completed across the river- and set the Pioneer corps of both divisions, and all additional men that could be employed at work, constructing a tro'stie bhidge on ruins \ ^ I • ' • • w n ^ of the bridge burned by the enemy. private Diary Mem. 10:- Moved at 4 A. M. and crossed Chattalioochee at ^ oawell by ford. Went into position on south banlt, relieiving ^e eral Newton's Division. Intrenched and also built fdot bridge. . li Ai- ' • . ■?A. ' / July 1864. Med. Dir. Gay to Gen. Dodge, 11 _- I have to report that while in the discharge of my gutice duringduring the march of our troops lluly 10th, I was grossly in sulted hy Brig. General T. 7!. Sweeney without cause or provocation. Tliat he ie ed language disgraceful and xinbecoirdng an officer. That he *! ordered one of hir orderlies to use a hohsewhip on me and that • - j ' ^ said orderly did come near me and raised a club to strike me, r He also challenged me to fight and was looking for pistols when <jX ^ his staff interfered and carried him off. On his being taken an^y - - t • he said he should shoot me the first time he caught me alone, or words to t-hat effect. While I have no personal fear of a man who will make so mean and cowardly an attack, I believe that the good < • « w < and honor of the service required that such men be dismissed, that * " ■ . b. - .j . . . ; , , such scenes may be stopped. "* - ■ ■ • 4 ■ » vl •,f As a member of your staff I claim the protection that my Vrajik end position entitle me to. Gen. Dodge to Gol, Gj^^rk, Roswell, 11:- I respectfully request that Brig. General Tiios. W. Sweeney be ♦ ^ relieved from coojaand of the 3d divMion 16th A. C. » I have for a long time delayed in making this reque-st, alt , i . / though I was aware it was my duty to do so. The benefits of the- ser- ^ vice and especially the welfare of the division require it, I enclose a communication from Surg, N. Gay, Medical Director of this command, and I have no doubt that General Sweeney, in the July 1864, ■i '•■'•. I. ^ presence of officers and enlisted men, conducted .himself in a manner unbecoiiiing an officer, and without any just cause on SuTQ. Gay's part. I also respectfully request that Brig. General J. K. Corse be assigned to command of^the division. I understand that Major General Sherman is wj.lling to ,relieve him from duty on his staff, in order to allow him to be. assigned to this command, if requested. -I, however,, dc not desire that my request foi*. his assignment should interfere with the assignment of any other officer, if the General Commanding^ the Department desires to make a differjent one. • ENDOBSEIrtENT; Head Quarters De.pt, ^nd i\rmy of. the Tennessee, near Roewell Bridge, rGa»,, July 14th., 1864: , Respectfully returned .to Major General Dodge, who will if he deems it for the best interefe^ of the service arrest General Sweeney and prefer charges against him in order that he may be tried by General Court I'artial. it is not advisable to relieve a Commanding Officer in face of the enemy, without sufficient cause to ground his trail by General ^ourt I/artitl^ . " ' Gen. Dodge to Gen. McPherson, ItosWell, 11 (10DR442^ I arrived here yeeterday'et noon. The troops crossed ad were in posit ion before night and have intrenchments up., I have over a mile of ford and bridges to cover and jcannot make a tete-du-pont very far out that will cover it'. •! tere taken and eaiendod the July 1S64. • ' line selecte-i by General Newton. Our trains are all on the north side of the river. The ford is very nought but shall'ow and the t bridge we will have to build is G50 feet long and -14 feet high.- - ' I put *a foot bridge'across last night so that troops can pa s. It is very diffucult for them to wade. The water is swift and the bottom full of holes. The enemy's pickets are near Buck Head' and men out of* Atlanta today say that there is no infantry after you get four miles this side of "Atlanta and thAt Stewart is on the\r right. 'Johnson's Head Quarters are a little house this side of Atlanta on the Railroad.'Atlanta papers of the 10th inst. s^y that a council of war was held'that day, and it Is rumored that r. Johnson will make a fight for the city. This would tend to show that it is not their intention to retreat. All trains belonging to the Army have gone towards /ugusta and everybody is fleeing the city. Eight miles, UP the river there is a good bridge that •A4.4 ^ is not destroyed,. • wo^r^k hard on, the bridges.here and finish as soon as possllle. ^ It is a'Mg job afl you w.ll perceived from-th length. Everything was burnt up here that we could use, houses, yills, lumber and all.. ' 't • ' '' ' ' • ■ G«A. Dodge to Gen. Sherman, Roswell, 11, (10PP443) All tiuieft this morning'. I* had no fears bbout, being, able to build the bridge, only thought you night expect it finished sooner JtilyX8G4:, ^^ w _ ^ i t ' ' ' - "-r _ than possible, as it vras twice as long as.I expected to find it, • .1 and twice as long as the river «ras wide at Sandtown. .. ■ •/' I have ov r one thousand men at work, at it night and day,- « and it is already well under way. Have planking for floor now on the ground, and ngt, one minute shall be lost in pushing it for ward, every man that can vork. on it shall be kept at it.' • Reports here show no force ofthe enemy's infantry, this side of ^ ' Peach Tree. ^^Tieeler's cavalry advance is at Buck Head, with all rhis force south of there. Last night Joe Johnson's Head Quarters were three miles this side of Atlanta on the Railroad. Atlanta papers of the lOth inst. say that at Council of 'War that day, . . it was decided to fight for Atlanta. All trains of the -enemy , r r,E^\ are reported by citizens and deserters to have gone towards Augusta ' and a general refugeeing is go ing on among the wealth^' citizens. Gen. Rousseau to Gen. Dodg , TTashville'/ 7 C15DR41) Please see R. T, Smith,of ®J^d ask" hdm to repor t to me at Decatur at once to give information tou-ching the country below. This is all imnortant, ,,,, t * ' ' Gen. Sherman to Qen. Dodge^, il,- {15DR39) - » ! ' .rf ' I know yru have a big job. bujt that -is nothing new- for you. Tell General Newton that his. Corps is now .up near Schofields crossing and that all is.quiet thereabouts, he might send down and move his cqmps to the proximity of his corps, but I think Roflwell and 9hal ow ^ord Is important that I prefer him to bo near . .. July 1864. f . ■ ^ " •» ' ■ > • f ■ ■ ''' you till 3'ou are rail fortified. If he needs rations, tell him to rret his wagons up, and I think you will be able to spare him day after tomorrow. I know the bridge at Roswell is important so ghat you may destroy all Georgia to make it good and strong. Gen. Sherman to Gen. Dodge, 11 (15DR40)iPer'courrier your despatch is received. Send me any and all papers you get. 'I have no {rouble yet. Will have the bridge done fn time; Ag soon as we can spare Newton, he should'be relieved to return to his corps where his camp equipage is. I rode along "bhe river bank today, and the force of the enemy ^ seemed tfo'be merely sYiarpehoiber^ Tif small numbers in their front. All well with us. rr'i ..u^.irX,;A -rrl t f " Office Ifdirf.; ' .. . f ^ , "The command continued to intrench and" Working parties wdrked vl-go^dusiy'on i^rldge, ' , ' " . "h >rlvSte I'Pt2nd and 4th' division' Plohe'er^ corps with details to work re building bridge across Chnttahoochee, •650 long and 14 feet higti,"'^' ' 18 feet track and 750^ feet flooring. NOTR: Poundatinn of Sowa State Orphan Asylum (7 DRl88)jGen. Sweeney to Gen. DodgeV ^hattahooc'-ee Riv, ^5^^- Pearing ♦' at fny silence might ^e" oonstiflied into a tacit ac knowledgement of the truth of the charges embraced lif'irour note of the 8th inst., handed me by Captain Welker, 1 would respectfully July 1864. inform you that the 2d brigade of my division was not placed in position at Sandtown vithout instructions, nor the batterj^ unnecessarily exposed. The 66th Illinois and five companies of the 81st Ohio were deployed along the bank of the river, the battery about 800 yards in the rear of them, protected'by a ridge, while the rest of the brigade was within supporting distance; besides, there was no enemey on that side of the riv r in the vicinity. But the point in your letter I wish to call your attention to, is where you say "you are tired of putting the 2d divi'sion into position, and that every time it has been placed in line of battle 1 since the commencement of this campaign, it was done by you." ' X i • • Now, sir, allow mo to remind y u that a long standing complaint • • With me has been that I am constantly interfered with in the per- • • ■ - • - r r , , formance of my duty, which I bore with the best grace I could, i having no other alternative but to submit. All I -ask is to be permitted to do my duty untrammelled and in accordance with the Rules and Regulat'ions of tne Sertice. Jos, Holt to <Jen. Dodge, Washington, 12:'^ ^ The record of thetrial of Capt. W. "E. Miller, 18th Missouri I>-:fant)p', has reached "this office in en imperfect form- the Tlnd- ^ ings and 'sentence of the Court, as well as rthe action or thfe Re'Viewing Officer, not being presented, but the testimfbhy 'o'nly,"''W^ with st^teriient of accused and JUdge Advocate, , • The tfourt Martial In his case was convened "ify you, by CcnerAl July 1864. _ ; _ . Order No. 5, of Left Ning, 16th Army Corps, at Pulaski, Tenn. January ].8th, 1864, The President of the Court named in the Order, is I.!ajor J. M. Griffith, 39th Iowa Infantry, and the Judge Advocate Capt. Jesse F. Warner, 7th Iowa Infantry. I have the honor to request you to cause the part of the Record which is wanting to be forwarded to ,this Bureau, if possible; as well as the order of publication of the sentence, if any. such ^ ^ has been issued. . A Special Review of the Case of Cpptain Miller has been ret ■ quired by the Secretary of War to be made by me. ♦ - P ■ Ge-, Dodge to Gen. McPherson, Roswell, 12, (10DR444):- - r I " • ■ ' " There is nothing new here. All quiet, "e are progressing on the bridge, and work day and night. My mounted infantry have been down five miles^south of here where they struck the enemy's ^ cavalry., AH ^crsorters aiid prisopers of war sta'e tho enemey's works are from two to four miles p^rth of Atlanta, none this side of that. A ver- Intelligent man who left Lee's, army, at Petersubrg, t last Wednesday came in. Ho a^s. that, t.hip^ ip ,,the. first tipie r , • . . that Leo's ATVjf ever discouraged, that their losses have b^^en ^ enormous and that,#very man in the country has gone to. it. . . Fwell with h*8 borps he says., has been sent'on a raid to Pennay-lvanla. He also says thoic*® are no'guarda on the i^ailroads after - getting ,20, pillbS away from Atlanta; and that Johnson »stirfl in a have all gone to Augusta, Ga, July 1864. &en. ^odge to Gen. Sherman, Roswell, 12 (10DR444);- I send herevv'ith a rnugh map of the country south of here, taking in nearly all thd roads. J got it up from survej-s and from information received" from different citizens, and -I think it is as correct as such maps can be made. The roads, citizens living upon them, ^c are pretty reliable,. you will see it different from any of our maps. I pushed my moTonted infantry down five miles today teethe crossing of Nancy's Greek, where''we found the enemy's cavalry in force and they ^followed'us back. One half mile abisrve'' the bfridge at.tftli place "^i's a ferry' 11 be a good place-to"' put In a pontoon bridge ahould^yo^ desire. "^THe'-river is about ', • • ' f f " .V- ^ T T T 300 feet wide, - . . •f 7/111" have the bridge at this place finished tomorrow. ' Ail the bents are up tonight ^ strlngS on and*plankedi orie third the distance across. WhfiH*done it will take safely over any number of-troops md their ■ treina. Ai 1' quiet here . The i^iver slowly rising. ^ I . * ^ 4 » ♦ Gen. Shema*7i*to-®en. Dodge, Ift'i (15DR40):- The 16th Corps will start th.is P. M. for Roswell via Marietta General Mcfhfl^san will follow' in person toiftOrrow. ' ' The 17th Corps will remaih for a few days to await the return of Rtoneman. All qule+ everywhere. " ' Offi e Mem., 12!- "'1 Bridge raplftlf progressing. The 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry July 1864 movfea three mile& to the, front 'and drove th'e enemy's pickets toward Buckhead. Private Diary Mer'"., 12;- ' " ' ' " ' •>.t ^ At Vvork fortifying and 'building bridge," Wight and day > parties rre at v/ork. . . ' • ■ Sam Break to Gen. Dodge, Washingtoni-l3t- , I have the honor to inform you that the appointment of ^apt. W. H. Chamberlain, Company C., 81st Ohio Voluntom-^rs as Assistant Commissary musters for the Left Wing 16th Army Corps is approved.. at this-Office and the Pay Master General notified. • fr x ' > - • Gen, McPhorson's p, 0, No. 67, Roswell, 14:- . II, In accordance with advices from thn War, Department .*id juJ temt Generals Office by-telegram of the 13th inst., Cap^, W. h. Chamberlain 81st Regt, Ohio Infy, "Vols is detached from his Regi ment and is appointed eind assigned as Mfefat, Commissary of musters for Left Wing-16th Army Corps and will forthwith report to Maj. Gen, G. bodge Comdt, and enter the discharge of his duties, Gent*^c^erson*a 0. No, 67, Roswell, 14:- • " • IV, Major S, T, Thomason# 64th Regiment Illinois Infantry, will proceed to Marietta Alatoona,•Rosaca, ^uton, Daltcn and ChattaO noogA for the purpose' of finding and bringing forward -to their Reg iments all soldiers of the Left Wing 16th Army Corps w^o are at these places without proper authibrlty, . Post ^o! T andifs tfe reque8%^;j|r''io assist in tha;carrying July 1864. out of t':is order, ' '■ Conductors on U. S. M. P. R. will pass and Q. M. Department will furnish transportation accordingly. Gen, ^herman^s S. p q. No. 35, Chattahooche Rive^ 14:- Preliminary stens being already begxm, the following General Plain will be observed and adhered to. ' ' . ry $ I. Major Gen. Thomas will prepare to cross his Army at f Povors and Pacies Ferries, and talce position out from the Ghatta- " hooche, unt il he controls the ''ountry from Island Creek to Kyles Bridge over Nancy*s Creek, but will not. move the whole of ^en. t • . • , Palmer's and Hooker's Goj-pg across until he hears that Major Gen. Stone en is back from hia present expedition. He rill endeavor to t prvide Gen. Stoneman enoujr^ pontoon boats, balks and chesses to % make one bridge. He will dispose of Gen. McCook's Cavalry and de tachments of his own Infantry to watch the Chattahooche about the old Railroad Croswing. 1 t II. As soon as Major Gen^ Stoneman returns he will dispose his Chivalry to watch the Chattahobche at Ttlrners Pebry" and about the mouth of Jlickajack, connecting with" ©bh. ^cGook by patrols, and will, if possible, enough pontoons ready bh the first chance to cross the River, about Howells, or Sandtown, and Break the At" lanta and T,'est Point Railroad and Telegraph. ♦ . III. Major Gen. Schofield after having well secured his crossing place at Phillips will rove out towards Cross Keyes until he controls the ridge between Island lad Nancy's Creek and the July 1864. . - •■^rT. Road represented as leading from Roswell to Buck Head. IV. Major Gen. Blair will immediately on the return of Gen. Stoneman, move rapidly to Roswell. and. join his Army. Major Gen. McPherspn will then move his command out either by the Gross Keys '^oad or the old Hightower Trail until be is abreast of Major Gen. 9 - - Schofield, and Gen. Garrard with his Cavalry will scout from Mc , Afee's Bridge, toward Pinkneyville, ^and if j^o enpmy is thebe in f , i"* - ■ ^ ■ * ♦ force, will pifeket McAfee's Bridge, and take post .on CTen. McPherson's left, about Buchanon. V. The whole army will thus form a concave line behind Nancey's Creek, extending from Kyle's Bridge to Buchanon, but no attempt will be made to form a line of battle. Each army will form a unit, and connect with its neighbor by a line of pickets. Should the enemy assume tne offensive at any point, which is not expected unt'll we reach below Peach Tree Creek, the neighboring army will' at once assist" the one attacked. All prelimioary steps may at once be made, but no Corps need move to any great distance from ' ' . the River until adVfiSed that (Jen, Sfonemari IS'back VI. MajosK Gen. Thomas will" sturdywrell' the country towards ■' Decatur via Buc Head* -4Tajor Gen. Schofield to a point of the rail ■ . road from (5) miles north east of Decatur smd Maj. Gen.Mcepherson and Gen. Garrard that .towards Stone Mountain. Each Army should leave be hind the Chattachooche at its bridge or Marietta all wagons or incumbrances not absoltitely needed for battle. A week's work after July 1864. . : J,' croosing tho Chattahooche should determine the first object aimed at, viz., the nossession of the Atlanta and Augusta Road east of Decatur or of Atlanta itself. - Gen. Sherman' to ^en . Dodie, 13^ ■»fl5DR41): - Gen. McPherson left here about 10 A. M. for Marietta and Roswell. Report to me this^evening-his arrival, -nd that of the 15th A. C., all very quipt here, ■ ■ . - •• Gen. Sherman to Gen. Dodge, 13 (16DP41);- Very well. , . . ' i ''af)t. Calkins to Gen. Dodge, Kingston, 14 (15DR41):- I-am ordered to report with my command to you. please send me orders tothis place. Gen. Dodge's S. P.O. No. 36, P.oswell, 13 ) (13DR):- I. So much of Speclalorder No. 7y from these Hd Qrs. af date January 9» 1864 as appoints Private Francis C. Easterbrook Co.. H. 63d Regiment Ohio Infantry to be 1st Sergeant Co. I. 2nd Ala bama Infantry C. T. is hereby revoked. Pri vate Easterbrook will at once report to the Commanding Officer Co. H. 63d Ohio Infantry for duty. II, So much of' SpeciiLl Orders Ho, 77 from these. Head Quar ters of date March 25th, 1864, as appoints private Thomas Nolan, Co. F. 18th Missouri Infantry to be Hospital Steward 2nd Alabama In- • fantry C. T. is hereby revoked. Private Nolan wil! at once report to the oommandinjj office ^o, "F. l&th Missouri Infantry for duty. J5II. Rjf direction of the department commander whoso sol- July 18C4. . 'rl ^ diers now In the hands of the Provost Marshal General on duty at •these Head Quarters against whotn Charges habe been preferred or who are under sentence of court-martial will be forwarded to Rome, Ga. under proper guard, and there to be delivered-to the Provost Marshal] for safe keeping and labor on fortifications till such time as they can be tried Iby court-martial, or the sentence of-the court already ordered can be carried into effect. - Gen. Dodge's. S. F. 0. Ko. 37, Roswell, '14 (13DR):- I. Private Elam Kills Co. H. 7th Illinois Infantry reported and dropped from his company rolls as a deserter-having voluntari ly returned to his regiment is hereby restored to, duty without trial with forfeiture of all pay and allowances due him from the ^ Government of the United States from the 1st day of June 1864 to the 1st day of liarch 1BG4. • - This order is not to be construed as relieiving said' soldier 'from the-requirements of Pare graph 158, Revised Array Regulations-, II. Private Richard-K. Johnson, Co. A.■7th Illinoiw Infantry is hereby relieved from- special service in the Q. K. t)ept. and wi'l report without delay to his Company Commander for duty. • III. "^e following nataed enlisted men having been reported • absent without ieavo are hereby restored to duty withoiit trial with forfeiture of all pay and allowances due thefa from the Govern ment during the time of their absence. Corporal Thomas Davis, C.S.-Q.-lf., S. C T. , Private Perry Lorc| C. S. Q. v.. S.C.T, private John Collins C. S.g .m. S. G.T-. Priv^^te James Kc July 1864. Bride C. S. S.C .T. Private Harrison Gilbert Co. A. 111th UCS.C.T. Private Charles H. Rumay Co, A, 111th U. S. C. T. TJ, Alexander V^ilson Co. H. 110th U. S. C. T. Reported as a desei'ter is hereby restored to duty without trial v^ith forfeiture of all pay and allQwances due him from the Government from the 14th day of March 1864 fco the 19th day of May 1864. Gen. Dodge to Lt. Calkins, Roswell 14 (I'^DR) Send men of "B" Battery 1st Michigan to Rom , men of other Batteries ,to this point. Office Mem., 13 Briflge rapidly approaching completion. Completed at 8 P. M. Private Diary M em, 13:- Finished bridge at dark. Advance of the 15th A, c. arrived at Boswell. OffiCvC Mem., 14: 15th A. c. crossed river and moved to position on Atlanta Road one mile in our advance. 9th Illinois Infantry relieved General Garrard's pickets on Roswell and Atlanta road and advanced to and held Mackafle Bridge road and other roads this side. At night a. terrific thunder storm, killing and wounding 25 men and several horses and mules, private Diary Mem, 14:- 15th A, C. passed over bridge. At night a terrific thxmder storm came up, killing 5 men and woimdlng 19. . .. ,1 aa .. ^ July 1864. • ^ 7^ag6r Swayne to Gen. Dodge, H, Q. 43d Ohio Vols,.15:- I have to thank you for the'inarked kindeness of your letter to Mr. Durant. I have succeeded better than I hoped in checking the malady which threatened me, and trust I may finish the campaign, after which I expect to make early use of the letter. J.'M. Brown to Gen. Dodge, St. Loui,s 15:0 I sent you yesterday one Regulation Belt- Cost $65--too high but none could be had for less. Bullion is very high. 7/hen Annie first told me you wanted some of the '81-6^ U. S. bonds, I went to the sub-treasury- but the loan had just been with drawn from sale. I have been spending several days looking for real estate. ' • | There is very little improved city property offering, and the prices are very high. I have not yet succeededin' finding any thing that I could advise buying. I shall-look further, and if I see anything which I think will pay, I bill buy it for you, and if I don't find anything, I will be ready to take some of the loan Mr. Fessenden is about offering. r Annie Is in Greenfield, Indiana. Gen. ^cdge to py C.V4th & 2d Div. Roswell 15 (10DR445);- I cannot refrain from exp-ressing my thanks for the |)rompt. efficient and quick manner in T»hicb you have under many difficul ties completed the bridge over the Chatt ediooche River at this point. ' j July 1864. I saw personally with what alacrity and interest you day and night performed your duty; it is very seldom so large a work is accomplished in so short a time. All praise you, and say "well ^ done." ■ Capt. Barnes to Gen. Sweeney, Roswell, 15, (10DR445):- I have the honor to acknov/ledge the receipt of a communica tion from Capt. C. Newton, 52nd Ills., requesting that Private Leidwig be placed in confinement, till such time as he can be tried 'by Coiu't-Martial The Gen. Comdg. directs that Pr vate Leidwig be forwarded to Cap . H. L. Burnham, Pro. Mar, General at these Head Quarters. He also directs that all similar.cases in your command be forwarded to Capt. Burnham, with full statements, charges snd specifications in each case, that they may be sent to Rome, Ga. to be placed under custody and set to work on the fortifications. Gen. Dodge's S. F. 0. No. 38, Roswell, 15 (13DR):- I.' private Vashington Warner, Co. K., 7th Iowa Inft. is here by detaildd for special duty at these Head Quarters. He will at once report to Lt. Col. Tiedeman, Ghief Engineer 16th C. ^ II. During the absence of Lieut. Wm. Turner, 1st Lieut. A. J. Eeckman, 35th New Jersey, is temporarily assigned to duty as acting Asst. Inspector General, 1st Brigade 11 division 16th A. c. t and will enter upon his duties in that capcacity immediately. July 1864. Office Mem., 15:- Detachment of the 9th Illinois moved out on reconnoissance to Buckhead and Johnson's Ferry Roads,.and communicated v.ith Gen. Schofield. Spencer and Rust left. Private Diary Mem. 15:- Golonels Spencer and Hust went to Rome, Georgia. Spencer settled up all accounts to date. Gen. Dodge's S. F. 0. No. 39, Roswell, 16 (13):- I. Augusutus Nolan, Co. G. 50th Illinois Infantry is hereby relieved from special service in General Hospital and will report to his Company Commander without delay. II. At his own request Capt. John A. Lynch, ^.Q.m., is hereby relieved from duty with his command, and will report to Brig. Gen. Allen, Chief M. at Louisville, Kentucky. III. Private David Sayers Co. H. 39th Ohio Infantry ^oiunteers is hereby detailed for special duty and v/ill report without delay to Capt. ^ h. Chamberlain, A. G. M., at these Hd. Qrs. IV. 'uring the absence on account of sickness of Brig. Genl J. C. Veatch, Commanding 4th Division, 16th A. c.. Brig. J. W. Fuller, is hereby temporarily assigned to the command of the divi sion . V. In order to properly carry out Special Field Orders No. 69, Ev. VII Hd. Qrs Dept. and ■'^rmy of the Tennessee, the following movements will be made: mkL■; * ' If j July 1864. 1st, The 4th division. Brig. General Fuller cominanding, will have the advance following the 15th C,, but will not move out until it has at least two miles of road clear in front. 2d, The 2d division wil] follow promptly the 4th division, and will furnish rear guards to trains of one regiment. 3d. Head Quarters and Field Ordnance trains, viz: 0>ne wag on of infantry ammunition to a regiment will follow each Dj[.vision. 4th, There will be taken 40 rounds of ammunition in cart ridge boxes and 60 in wagons, and two wagon loads of artillery am munition to each battery, which with the regimentrl trains will follow the division. 5th, Brig. General J. V/. :^uller will detail a regiment to be left in the works at the head of the bridge on the north side of the river. Instruction will be given to commanding officers from these Head Quarters. Gen, Dodge to Gen. McPherson, Roswell, 16, (10DR445):- I have the honor to forwai-d the following statem.ent of pris oners taken yesterday: W. B. Smith, Garrard's Battery, left Savannah yesterday. No troops there but three or four giin batteries, and one regiment of Georgia State Troops. No cavalry, place fortified well on both sides of the river at the edge of the town. He came by Stone Mountain, saw 30 men at Lawrencevillo, 250 miles from Savannah to Stone fountain. Two thirds of the people July 1864. desire the Yaiakees to take the town. He was on board the Water Witch lately captured; all of her machinery, guns &c. have been taken out. Two prisoners of war report that they left William's Brigade of Cavalry 20 miles up the river at Sand Spring Gamp, Fifty men picketing Scales Perry. Kelly's Cavalry Division is at Stone Mountain. Two deserters from the 34th Georgia left Atlanta night before last, crossed Peach Tree on the Decatur Road. Sav; no fortifications after coming 2 l/2 miles this side of Atlanta. Everything is moved out of Atlanta and it is generally believed that no fight will be made there. Gen. Dodge to Gen. Meigs, Roswell, 16, (10ER446):- I have the honor to respectfully request the promotion and assignment of Quartermasters in this commend in accordance with the late act of Congress as follows; 1st. That Capt. J. K. "If^ing A. 0. M. and Chief Quarter Master Left Wing 16th A. C. be promoted and assigned to duty as Chief Quarter Master of this command. Capt, Wing has been ' ith me for nearly two years as Chief Quarter Master, and has ably and faith fully performed his duties. He is "in every --way competent to fill the position, and is undcm'-tedly one of the best Quarter Masters in the Army. 2d. That Capt. H. R. Benjamin 39th Regim nt Iowa Volunteers July 1864. be promoted to Major and A. Q. M. and assigned to duty with the 2d division 16th C Capt, Benjamin has acted in that capacity for nearly one year, and is competent, faithful and thoroughly posted in his duties. 3d. That Capt. P, A. Wheeler, A. Q. M. be promoted and assign ed to duty as Quarter Master 5th Division 16th Army Corps. Capt, Wheeler has lately been promoted to A. Q, V.. but for nearly two years has been an A. A Q. ..M. He is competent, and fully able to fill the position with credit to himself and benefit to the service. If Capt, Wing cannot be promoted and assigned to duty as Chief Quarter Master Left Wing 16th A. c. under the provisions of the act, I desire him to be promoted and assigned to duty with the 4th division 16th A. c. and detailed as Chief Q. M. of the command. Hip promotion is ieirable first, as his long and creditable service entitle him to it. Col. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome, 16, (15DR43) I will have to have written orders before I can move. Will you send Capt. Chamberlain there to muster both men and officers, ^ have some whose time has expired and want to get rid of them, al»o some to be mustered. There are nearly 200 convalescents here who are anxious to join their regiments, but you will have to send a parole order to get them. Have Chamberlain bring my mail and also inquire of Mason at Marietta for mail for me. I have had July 1864, to send an officer to Chattanooga for ammunition. Can I have one hundred of the 9th Illinois horses if I send for them? I am getting a new company from Bridgeport, and want to moxmt them and some others. Gen. McPherson's S. p, 0. No. 69, Roswell, 16, (17DR42):- •X. On surgeon's certificate that change of climate is necessary to save life or prevent permaneht disability, leave of absence fofc twenty days is granted Brig. General James C. Veatch, commanding 4th division, 16th Army Corps. XI. Capt. W. Fox, Asst. Adjt. General, is at his own request relieved from duty with the 4th division, 16th Army Corps, and will proceed to ^icp-sburg. Miss., and report to Major General H. V;. Slocixm, commanding, for orders. North Bloomfield, 0,, September 15, 1888. My dear General: I saw in my paper recently that you at tended the meeting of the Army of the Tennessee at Toledo and read a paper of your experience in the Army. Will you please send me a copy if printed and also a good phot of yourself? I- would have gone to Toledo, hhd I known you were to be there. The farther I get from the War, the bigger it looks, and with the prospect of another good ^ar President, I feel to thank God and take renewed courage. Oh! I would like to meet you and your old staff again. Please remember me kindly to your family. And believe me yours always, J. K. Wing. July 1864. Gen, McPherson's ^ F. 0. No. 69, Roswell, 16:- Major Generals Logan and Dodge will have their commands in readiness to move tomorrow morning, provided with three days rations. Gen, MoPherson's S. F. 0. No. 69, Rosv.ell, 16:- In order to carry out the spirit and intention of Special Field Orders No, 35, Head Quarters Military Division Mississippi, the following movements will take place; 1st. The 15th Army Corps, Major General John A. Logan, comm'-nding, will move out from its present position at 5 l/2 o'clock A. M. tomorrow, on the road leading to Gross Keys following this road to a point near Providiace Church, where he will take a lefthand road (sometimes called the upper Decatur Road) and proceed on this, until he reaches Nancey's Creek where he will take up a good position on each side of the road and go into vicouac. 2d, The Left Wing 16th Army *^orps. Major General G. M. Dodge Commanding, will follow immediately after the 15th corps on the Cross Keys Hoad to Nancey's Creek, whore he will take up a good josition on each side of the road, and go into bivouac. He will direct the 9th Illinois Infantry (mounted) to feel out from his right for Maj, Gen, Schofield's command, and will endeavor to keep upon a line of communication by means of Videttes, The pickets of the 15th and 16th Army Corps should connect. 3d, Maj, Cren, F. p. Blair on his arrival at the Bridge with his Jl July 1864. cocmand will fftllow the rest of the Army and report to the Maj, Gen. Commanding for special instructions. 4th. Brig. Gen. Garrard, commanding Cavalry division, will movehls command at 5 1/2 A. M. tomorrow, crossing McFee's Bridge, and will push out to the vicinity of Buckanan near the Headiiafcers of Nancey's Creek and take up a position covering the roads to his Left and Front. He will also feel to the right and open communi cation with the 15th Army Corps. He will also leave a sufficient Guard for McFee^s Bridge, and one regiment to he stationed near Roswell to form part of the guard for trains and to patrol the country in the vicinity. The trains will be compactly parked in the most secure position which can be found aiid as near the Bridge as practicable on the West sidg. 5th, Each Corps Commander will leave one good regiment of Infantry to form the guard for the train. 6th, The Regiment from the 16th Army Corps v.ill take post at the Bridge, on the West side, and the other two regiments, ona from the l5th and one from the 17th wJll remain immediately with the trains. Great vigilance must be exercised by the guard to prevent the trains from being surprised by the enemy's cavalry. 7th. All wagons and incumbrances not needed for battle must be left behind, 8th, The supply train of the Cavalry division will be parked July 1864. mand took the road leading to Old Cross Keys. The 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry in advance engaged r- drove Enemey's cavalry beyond Nancy 's Creek. The 4th Division reached the hill west of Nancy's Creek deployed. The enemy Opened with artillery from the east side of the Creek. We placed two batteries in position, and opened upon the enemy's battery. Threw forward the 9th Illinois on the enemy's left flank, at the same time advanced the 64th Ill inois as skirmishers, and drove the enemy. The corcraand toivouaced on Nancy's Croek. Gen. Jas. B. McPherson's 70, Nancy's Creek. 1st, The 15th Army Corps, Major Gen. Logan Commanding wl"3 march at 5 o'clock A. m. on the Decatur Road to Widov/ Raney's, thence on the Stone Mountain Road by Blake's Mill to Bowman's CourtHouse, et the intersection of the Stone Mountain and Lawrenceville and Decatur roads, where he will hold his command in readiness to assist Brig. Gen, Garrard if he requires it, in his effort to make a break in the Railroad. 2d, Maj. Gen. Dodge will move his command at 6 A.M. taking the road to his left in rear of hia advance. Division by Adam/s across Nancy's Creek to the Peach Tree Road, thence eastwardly on the Peach Tree Road to the Decatur Road from Rosv/ell, thence De catur Road towards Peach Tree '^reek engaging the attention of the enemy and keeping his command well in hand and ready for any emer gency. July 1864. • ' 3d, Ma j Gen. F. P. Blair will move his command at 6 A.m. on the Decatur Road to Widow Raney''s, thence on the Stone Mountain Road to Peach Tree Creek, at Blake's Mill, following the 15th Army Corps, «th. Brig. Gen. Garrard will move his command at 5 A.M. b y the most practicable road or roads in his front to the railroad and do what damage he can to it by burning bridge and culverts, piling rails on the track and setting them on fire so as to heat dnd warp the iron, tearing up the ties, piling them up, putting the iron rails on top- andsetting the tiesron fire.- 5th. The importance of making a break in the railroad can not be over-estimated, and the General commanding trusts that all will act with that spirit and determination which is the best guarantee of success. Gen. McPherson's S.O.No. 160, Chattanooga, 17:- 1st Lieut, Wm,A. Lilly "G" Co. 43d Ohio -Infantry Volunteers will at once proceed to Bridgeport, Huntsville, Decatiir, Stevenso and all stations along the railroad, from Chattaaooga .to Nashville, Tenn., and collect or see that all officers and enlisted men re lieved by Special Orders No. 159 from these Head Quarters ( a list of which is enclosed) report as ordered. The Commanding Officers of the several Posts, Stations and Districts , are reqiiested to facilitate the execution of these orders and to lend every and all assistance in their power to en able Lieut. W. A. Lilly to forward the officers aj-id men to their July 1864.: respectiv regiments in the field. He will then return and pro ceed to the several stations on the railroad from this place to the front and collect all men who are absent without proper author ity and forward-them to their commands. The Quarter Master Dept. will furnish the necessary trans portation. Maj. Gen. Sherman's S.p.o.No, 36, 17 The operatiftns of the Army for tomorrow the 18th July, will be as follows I, Maj, Gen. Thomas will move forward occupy Buck Head and the ridge between Nancy's Greek and Peach Tree, also the roads toward Atlanta as far as peach Tree Creek, II.- Maj. Gen. Schofield will pass through Cross Keys and o cupy the Peach Tree Rod where intersected by the road from Cross Keys to Decatur, ITI. Maj.- Gen. McPherson will move towards Stone Mountain to secure strong gtound within four (4) miles of Gen. Schofield's po iition and push Brig. Gen. Garrard's Cavalry to the Railroad and destroy some section of the Road and then resume position to the Front and Left of Gen. McPherson. IV. All Armies will communicate with their neighbors.The General in Chief will be near Gen, Thomas' left or near Gen Scho field 'a right. Private Diary Mem, 17:- We moved out, driving Cavalry before us, and took position oh July 1864. Nancv's Creek, Gen. ^edge's S.F.O.No. 41, Peach Tree Cr, 18 ( DR13): I. A board of survey is hereby appointed to m'^et at the quarters of Capt. J.K.Wing,, A Q.M. at Roswell, Ga., on the 00th inst. or as soon thereafter as practicable, for the purpose of investi gating and fixiny the liabilities of the deficiency lr\ a lot of clothing camp and garrison equipage for which Cap. John A. Lynch A. Q. M. is resp nsible. Detail for the board: Capt. John H. Rhodes, 43d Ohio Infantry Vols., 1st Lieut. Otho W. Rigly, 43d Ohio Infantry Vols, let Lieut. Martin L. 'Brines, .43d Ohio Infantry Vols, II. During the illness and absence.of Capt. Koekne Actg. Asst. Insp, Gen. 4th Division 16th A.C., Capt, 0, W. Pollock 63d ^ Ohio Infantry is temporarily assigned to duty as Actg. Asst. Insp. Gen. of the above mentioned Division and will at once enter upon the duties of his office, III. The 4th ^ivision Brig. Gen. J. W. Fuller,commanding ill move tit 5 o'clock A. M. tomorrow on the Decatiuc Road, the 2d Div ision closely following the 4th. Ambulance and Field Ordnance trains will follow their res pective divisions. All other trains will move in rear of column protected by a guard of one regiment from the 2d division. Gen. Dodge to Gen, McPherson, Peach Tree Creek,18(10DR447) /scout in from Atlanta. He left there this morning, says the enemy were moving troops all ni^t. Last night there all the ^ 1864.July. trains were started off on the Augusta Road. That Bates* Division moved upon Peach Tree Road and la intrenched on south side of that Creek, near Howell's Bridge, that the bridge is ready to be burned. He also reports one regiment of dismounted cavalry at Buck Head prepared to contest our advance. This morning Bates' division was the extreme right of Johnson's Infantry, and KellY's Division on north side of Little Peach Tree between me and Buck Head. This agrees with report of rebel Lieutenant captured by aie this morning. This scout says that it is the general talk that if Atlanta falls, Polk(s Corps will go west toward West Point, whilst the re mainder of Johnson's army will go towards Augusta, or Macon. On yesterday Hood had the left. Polk the centre, and Hardie the right, the Militia dftcldrerplea^, Johnson has received no reinforcements up to today The enemy are at work on their forts and intrenchmonts around Atlanta. Dispatches from Richmond report their forces shelling Wash ington, Atlanta papers up to the 17th inst. havA nothing of in terest in them. An editorial speculation on Sherman's probable movements; thinks he may possibly move on Stone Mountain to force the evacuation of Atlanta.^ Gen. Sherman's SF.O. No, 37, Cross Keys, 18:- The movements of the Army tomorr,w July 19th, will be as follows: July 1864. I. Maj, Gen, Thomas will press down from the north on Atlan fea, holding in strength the line of Peach Tree, but crossing and threatening the enemy at all accessible points to hold him there, and also taking advantage of any ground gained, especially on the ex treme right. IIL . Maj. Gen. Schofield will move direct on Decatur, and gain a footing on the railroad, holding it, breaking the road and tel egraph wire. III. Maj, Gen. McPherson will move along the railroad to wards Decatur, and break the telegraph wire and the railroad. Incwse of the sounds of serious battle, he will close in on Gen. Schofield, but otherwise will keep every man of his command at work destroy ing the railroad by tearing up track, burning the ties and iron, and twisting the bars when hot. Officers should be instructed that bars simpiy bent may be used again, bit If when red hot they are twisted out of line, they cannot be used again. Pile the ties into shape for a bonfire, put the rails across, and when red hot in the middle, let a man at each end twist the bar so that its surface becomes spiral. Gen. McPherscxi will dispatch Gen. Garrard's CavSilry eastward along the line of the railroad to continue the destruction as far as deemed prudent. IV. « 11 the troops should be in motion at 5 o( clock A.M., and shouaid not lose a moment's time until ni^t, when the lines should be closed on Gen. Schofield about Peavine and Decatur, July 1864. Gen. McPherson's S.F.o.No. 71, on Peach Tree Creek.18; . In accordance with instructions from Mil. Division of the Miss., the following moves will be made tomorrow, 1st. Maj. Gen. Logan, commanding 15th corps will at 5 o'clock move his command towards Decatur striking the railroad at the nearest point on his route, tearing up the track, burning the ties, making the destruction complete and effectual, 2d, Maj. Gen. Blair, commanding 17th Corps, will at 5 o'clock move towards Decatur, following the command of Gen. Logan via Hen dersons' Mills or by an intermediate route between the positions of Gen. Logan and Gen. Dodge, if a practicable road can be found. Should Gon. Blair discover a route intermediate, leading to the railroad, his men will alao be employed in tearing up track, burning ties, twisting rails, &o. 3d, Maj . Gen. Dodge, commanding L.?/.16th Corps, will at 5 oftclock move forward across the Creek towards Decatur, striking the Railroad east of that place, and employing his troops in the effect ual destruction of the road, 4th, Brig, Gen, Garrard, Commanding Cavalry Division, will at .5 o'clock move eastward along the lino of the railroad in the vicinity of Stone Mountain continuing its destruction as far as possible, 5th, The several Corps of this command will pursue the line of march towards Decatur, keqjing up communication with each other July 1864. as far as practicable, converging at that point and continuing their work until night, when the line will be closed on Gen. Schofiold at Peavine and Decatur, 6th. Should indications of a heavy battle be. heard each Corps will move to the Right and close in on Gen. Schofield, but not otherwise. 7th. Corps Commanders will see that sufficient wagons are brought forward from their trains, to supply the troops with (3) three days rations. Empty wagons will be sent back for supplies and all trains will move under proper guard, H. M. Hoxie to Gen. Dodge, Dea Moines, 18;- Yours of the 7th to hand, I have information, no matter how I got it, that the A.g., Col, Clark, don't like you. Cultivate him if you think best, I am chairman of the State Central Committee this year. Am going to make a hard fight. Shall open the campaign about 1st Sept, and mean to make the thing lively. Shall have my hands full. Kasson is in Washington. Has tried hard to have Williamson promoted. I guess will #in. Gen. Tut tie haw resigned, and is at honto. Would have been mustered out I guess if he had not resigned. Crocker is here yet, will go to Arizona soon. Sends his re gards. Can't Col. Sprauge be promoted? Mercury 102, and I pity you, and all'your men. July 1864. Office Mem. 18:- At 6 A. M. the command moved (2d division in advance) by a devious route, via projected R.R., across Peach Tree Road into Decatur and Roswell Road, at widow Raney's taking said road from thence towards Decatur, The 9th Illinois engaged the enemy's Cavalry at Grossley's Branch, and drove it beyond Lit,tle Peach Tee Creek, Ordered forw^ad the train with 3 days rations. The com mand bivouacked on Little Peach Tree Creek and Cressey's Branch Private Diary Mem, 18:- Moved out between 15th and 16th Corps and crossed Little Peach Tree, Gen. Dodge's S.P.O.No, 42, Decatur, 19, (13DR):- I, The command will remain in its present position till ' the 15th and 17th Army Corps pass it, when Brig. Gen. T, w, Sweeney commanding 2d division, will immediately follow with his command, the 15th Army Corpo on the direct Decatur Road, Brig, Gen.J.77. Fuller commanding 4th division, will closely follow the 2d division All wagons except ammunition wagons and ambulances will be left behind in the vicinity and to the north of Decatur, under the com mand of the Cavalry, till the result of our advance is determined. All StaffOffleers from these head quarters will designate the position in which the teams left behind will be parked. July 1864, Gen. Sherman to Gen. McPherson, Sam's House, 19:- I have Just received your report and papers, and have read them all. The breaking the look after Joe Johnston. is all right. Now we must Move today towards Decatur and c-o*-operate with Schofield and Thomas, Schofield's advance is across Peach Tree on the direct road to Decatur, and met little opposition. We will develop the plan tomorrow , Schofield will move early, and Thomas will press for the front, I will be near Peach Tree Creek, where the Cross (old) Keys road crosses by a ford and bridge Trtiich is being re paired. You had better approach Decatur from the north-oast. The Lawrenceville Road seems to fulfi 1 the condition, I will see you about Decatur today. Gen. Sheman's S^F.o.No. 39, Decautr, 19:- The whole army will move on Atlanta by the most direct road tomorr,w July 20th, beginning at 5 o'clock A. m. as follows; I. Maj. Gen. Thomas from the direction of Buck Head, his left to connect with Gen, Schofield's right about two miles north east of Atlanta, about lot 15, near the house marked as "hu a and Col. Hoo." II. MaJ. Gen. Schofield by the road leading from Dr. Powell's to Atlanta. ^ • III. Uaj. Gen. McPherson will follow one or more roads direct July 1864. from Decatixr to Atlanta following substantially the railroad. Each Army Commander will accept battle on anything like fair terms,but if the army reach within cannon range of the city without receiving artillery or musketry fire, he will halt, form a strong line, with batteries in position, and await orders. If fired on from the forst or buildings of Atlanta, no con sideration must be paid to the fact that they are occupied by fam ilies, but the place must be cannonaded tithout the formality of a demand. The General in Chief will be with the centre of the army,viz with, or near. Gen. Schofield. Gen. McPherson's S. F. 0. No. 72, near, Decatur, 19;- In order to carry out Special Field Orders No. 39, Hd, Qra, Military Division Mississippi, a copy of which is enclosed herewith, the following movements will take place tomorrow: 1st. Maj. Gen. Logan will iwve his command through Decatur on the direct road to Atlanta, starting at 5 o'clock A. u. 2d. Kaj. Gen. Blair will move his command starting at 6 o'clock, into Decatur, then south, or nearly so, a mile and a half Schofield*s House", when he will take a road leading to Atlanta Slid which intersects the main road from Decatur at a distance Of three (3) miles from Atlanta; coming in on the left of Maj. Gen, Logan. 3d. Maj. Gen, Dodge will hold his command in its present po July 1864. sition, and be ready to follow immediately after the 15th A.C. on direct road. 4th, Brig. Gen, Garrai^d will operate on our left flank and rear as we move towards Atlanta, and will so dispose his forces as to coyer the trains in and about Decatur, from any cavalry dashes. 5th, All v/agons except ammunition wagons and ambulances will be left behind in the vicinity and to the north of Decatur until the restilt of our advance is determined. 6th, The Command will move forward prepared for battle, di vested of all useless incurabrances, and the Maj, Gen, Commanding trusts that every man will be found in ranks and in his proper place, A.A.G.S.L, Taggart to Gen. Dodge, Peach Tree Creek,19:- The General Instructs me to acknowledge receipt of your note of this morning, and to direct you to cross the Cree and proceed until you reach the road turning off towards Henderson, where you will halt, and explore the country for roads. The General bids me say that he will be over and see you very soon. Enclosed please find copy of letter frcm Gen. Sherman. (996) Col. Wager Swayne to Capt. Barnes, Roswell, Agreeably to aw order signed by Lieut. Tichenor, I send this morning aw escort with the supply train. I was yesterday applied to by OaJ)t. Benjamin, A.Q.M. for an escort of 50 men to go to Kingston, and come thence with a train of 104 wagons now waiting there. This was beyond the scope of my instructions, the matter Jul3' 1864. was settled by an order from Col, W.R.Sanderson, 23d Indiana, com manding post. The duty here is excessive. Gen. Fuller having with drawn from the Division train the ordinary police guard of two com panies. Of 400 men armed, for duty, the daily details reach 160, be«ides the escorts now in aggregate 125. This makes it impossib le to complete the earthwork which I had coramdnced, of which the embrasures and curtain bearing on the bridge and up the river are already complete. I send herewith the resignation of Lieut. Lindsey of this Regiment, which it is deslfcable should have attention, and which I have no opportunity to send to Col. Sorague. It was prepared some days since, but sent to me from the hospital where he was, by him, without his signfcture, hence the dates. Office Mem. 19:- At 6 A. M. the Command (4th Division in advance) moved on Decatur and Roswell Road. Struck the 23d Corps 2 l/2 miles north of Decatur and halted. The 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry moved for ward on the road leading from Decatur and Roswell two miles north of Decatur, to Lawrenceville and Decatur Roa , and engaged and drove the enemy's cavalry and artillery at the intersection of the roads, near Decatur. The 4th Division advanced into Decatur on the Decatur and McDonough Road, and while it wasmoving through the town, the enemy opened upon it with Artillery from a hill west of the town on the Atlanta road. The division formed promptly, Sprague's Brigade south, and Morrell's north of the railroad and July 1864. the Batteries of the 4th Division were promptly placed in position and opened upon and silenced the enemy's batteriss. The 2d divi sion came up and formed promptly'' on the right of the 4th division, the command then moved forward and occupied and bivouacked on a range of hills south and west of the town. private Diary Kern. 19:- Moved at 5 A. M. and entered Decatur at 2 P. M. Had a sharp skirmish at Decatur, Maj. Gen. Dodge's S.P.O.No. 43, Decatur, 20, (13DR):- I. Private James T. Elliott, Co. H., 7th Iowa Infantry, is hereby detailed on special duty at these headquarters, and will report I accordingly. Gen. McPherson's S.f.q.No 73, 3 X/2 miles from Atlanta,20 I. Corps commanders will cause their several positions to be in trenched tonight, and will have their commands in line of battle at three and a half (3 l/2) o'clock tomorrow morning, ready to re pel any attack of the enemy. Gen. McPhersn's S.F,o,No. 73, 3 l/2 miles fiast of Atlantfi V. Corps commanders will hereafte invariably notify this office of the position of their head qrs. immediately after estab lishing the same, J. M. Brown to Gen, Dodge, St. Louis, 20:- Enclosed is express receipt for your belt. I shell buy nothing that appears ofdoubtful value. July 1864. Gen. Dodge to his brother Decatue 20:- I took this place yesterday, after sharp fighting. You see by the map it plants our Army on Johnson's communications. John son was relieved yesterday, and Hood put in command. Our advance today is within two miles of Atlanta, and you will soon hear of its fall. It is possible Hood may come out and give us a big fight, but I doubt itj wish he would, and that would settle his Army. Rouusseau lias got feetweea Atlanta and Montgomery and cut the railroad, so they now only have one R.R. and that directly souh to Macon. I think ere lon^^ we will strike that. Your letter 7th Just come to hand. When you invest, secure property that will rent and pay in dull times when money is scarce, trade bad, and everybody going on short allowance. Annie has gone to Greenfield, Indiana. If this campaign ever ends I shall try to get time to settle up my affairs (Refers to old partnership matters. N.P.D.). My salary is some six or seven thousand a year. You people up north knew but little of what this army is ac complishing and of the bull-dog tenacity with which we are cling ing to Johnson's Army, Sherman is certainly a great soldier, and has so far shown himself to be gohnson's master. Johnson's leaving is a great help, as he was an able General. Ho d is no sued officer 1001 July 1864. as Johnson. I am afraid they will try and send part of their Army to Virginia. If we can accomplish today's work well, we will have Hood in a tight place. My corps is laying still today and resting; will move out at 2 P. M. Don't think I will have any hard fighting, still I may. Note by N.P.D. Letters giving account og Battle 22nd July, not found. Office Mem., 20:- At 12 M. (the 2d division in advance) the command moved in the rear of the 15th A.C. on Docatur and Atlanta road, reaching "3 mile House." At 5 P. M., the 2d division formed on the right of th 15th A. C. to the right of the railroad, and intrenched the posi- ^ tion. The 1st Brigade, 2d division, took the position in reserve to the iight of the R.R., near "3 mile House." Sprague's Brigade was ordered ' o, and moved to Decatur, relieivaing Garrard's Cavalry Division. Private Diary Mem. 20 - Moved out to the rear of the 15t!": A.C., and took position 2 miles from Atlanta on the Right of the 15th A.C. Gen. Dodge's S.F.O. No. 44, Near Atlanta, 21 (13DR):- I. Maj. J. H. Kuhn, commanding 9th Illinois Infantry, wi 1 ySlicceed with his command to Roswell, ^a., an' report to Col. 7/. Swayne, 45th Ohio Infantry, for the purpose of co-operating in guarding trains to the front. 1002 IV, July 1864. AS soon as that portion of the trains of the Army of the Ten nessee ordered to the front are in readiness to move, Col. W. Svrayne 43d Ohio Infantry with his command, including the 9th Illinois and the Section of C. Battery 1st Michigan Artillery now on dutT with him, by direction of Maj. Gen. J. B. McPherson Commanding Dept. and Army of the Tennessee will take charge of, and guard the triins to the front. II. All Officers and enlisted men, companies and detach ments of the 9th Illinois on detached wervice or special duty foreign to the regiment, are hereby relieved from such duty, and will forthwith report to Aha Regimental commander for dty. Gen. Dodge to Gen. Fuller, near Atlanta,. 21 (10DR448) I Brig. Gen. Garrard s Cavalry is ordered on an expedition that will occupy them at least two. days. This will leave Decatur de fenceless, and the way open for a small body of the enemy's Cavalry to dash into the rear. Send one brigade of your division feQck to occupy the place and to picket strongly the roads to the south and East, until the return of the cavalry. Also have your Picneers open a road to Gen. Schofield's po sition in rear of our present line, so that we can communicate quickly if necessary Have the commanding officer of the corps report to Lt. Col. Tiedeman for directions. Gen. McPherson'3 S.F.O.No. 1Z4, E. of Atlanta, 21:- V. 1st, The enlisted men of the 9th Regiment Illinois In1003 Jul3' 1864. ^ fantry volunteers whose term of service expires during the prewent month with such officers of same as by reason of expiration of term desire to bo mustered out of the service will forthwith pro ceed to Chattanooga, Tenn., under charge of Col. Aug. Mersey, for the- purpose of muster-out. 2d, The remaining men of the Regiment will be Bonsolidated into one or more companies of the legal maximum standard under the command of Lieut. Co. J. J. Phillips, and the requisite number of " other commissioned Officers will be appointed and assigned on the recommendation of Maj. Gen. G. M. Dodge, commanding Lift V/ing 16th Army Copps. 3d. Maj. Gen. Dodge will, order an Officer from the Battalion^ thus organized to Nashville, Tenn., to procure, a sufficient number of Spencer Rifles to arm the command. Gen. Mcpherson's S. F 0. No. ,74, E.of Atlanta, 21: II. Corps Commanders will direct their Regimental teams, ordnance-trains and ambulances to be forthwith brought forward from Decaiur, and parked in their Immediate rear for protection. The Cavalry Guard has been withdrawn. Col. Lathrop to Gen. Dodge, Sulphur Branch Trestle, 21:- I have the honor to state that on the 19th day of July, I re ceived from Brig. Gen, L. Thomas, Adjt. Gen. U. ?. Army, a notice of my appointment by the President of the United States, a s colonel in the lllth regiment U. S. Colored Infantry )(formerly 3d Alabama In1004 July 1864. fantry A.D. ) with orders in case of my acce itance to report in writing to you. Gen. Mc^herson to Gen. Dodge, 21 5.30 A. M.;- Brig. Gen^ Garrard's Cavalry is ordered on an expedition by MaJ. Gen. Sherman, which will occupy them at least two days. This will leave Decatur Defenseless and open the way for a small body of the enemey's cavalry to dash into our rear. You will therefore send one Brigade of Fuller's division back to occupy the place and to picket strongly the roads to the S.& E. until the return of the cavalry. You will also have your Pioneer companies open a road through to Gen. Schofield's position in rear of our present line, so that we can commimicate quickly if necessary, J. M. Brown to Gen. Dodge, St. Louis, 21:- The more I see of the real estate trade in this city, the less I feel like investing in it. There are so many vho are afraid of Greenbacks whose atten tions are turned to real estate, that every desirable lot is caught up as soon as offered, and at high prices. I shall continue to look after bargains, but without any hope of finding any. I am decidedly in favor of U. S. sixes whenever they are again offered. I can buy 5/20's now, but they are in the hands of brokers and speculators, and I wo Id have bo lose 6 mo. to a year's 1005 July 1864. interest, while by waiting a few days or weeks I think I can pubscribe to a new loan of either V/SO's Carreney or 6^ coin int. It is now knwon yet which kind of bonds will be offered, perhaps both, Doubltess you wil] get and hold Atlanta. Office Men;., 21;- S.F.O.No. 74, Extract 5, Head Quarters Division and Army of th Tennessee near Atlanta, Ga., directs that Corps head quarters be reported to General Head Quarters as soon as established. Puller's 1st Brigade of the 4th Division with Mersey's battery moved to the left anffl rear of the 17th Army Corps, and reported to General Blair- the Brigade was placed in reserve and Mersey's ^ Battery was placed in position for action on the front of Giles A. Bnith's Division of the 17th Army Corps. A strong line of skirmishers moved forward and secured a posi tion on a range of hills, to which the 2d division advanced and connecting on the right and left of the line, intrenched position. Train was ordered to be sent from Roswell with three days rations. Private Diary Mem., 21:- Advanced lines and connected with the 23rd Array Corps. The 17th A.C. had severe fight, and lost about 800 men, killed and wounded. Col. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome, 22 (15DR44) tlhat is the news? I think from the rumors that I pick up, through the country that Rousseau has succeeded. Reports say he 1006 iv * *' ■> July 1864. whipped a brigade of rebel cavalry in Talldega Co. Alabama. Give me the news. Can't you send me a mustering officer soon? Gen. Sherman to Gen. McPherson 22:- Instead of sending Dodge to yoior left, I wish you would ut his whole Corps at rork destroying absolutely the Ra Iroad back to and including Decatur. I want that road absolutely and completely destroyed. Gen. McPherson to Gen. Dodge, In the field, 12M,2*2:-' Enclosed I send you an extract from Major Gen. Sherman's lette to me just received. As Gen. Sweeney's Division has already moved over to the left, and is about going into position on the left of Blair, as we talked, oyou will leave his division where we designated, and send Fuller's Division back on the lire of the Railroad between here and Decatur, to destroy it as directed. Send orders to Col, Sprague to burn it thr ugh Bedatur, and to the East and ^Vest of the town as far as he can. The men should take their arms along, and stack them near where they are at work so that they can be ready for any emergency Gen. Sherman's S.P.O.No, 41, near Atlanta, 22:- The enemy having today withdrawn into his intrenchments, at Atlanta, and having assaulted our left, th following general plan will be observed for tomorrow, July 23d, 1864. 1007 July 1864. I. All the Armies will intrench a strong front on their pre sent lines, and will hold in reserve as much infantry as possible for offensive operations. Good batteries will be constructed for the Artillery, and a steady fire be kept up on the city of Atlanta. II. The trains will be kept behind the main centre (Maj. GenI Howard's Corps) ror close up to their own reserves, and in theevent of the enemy assaiilting at any point, all others should as sault the enemy in their immediate front. By carrying any one point of the enemy's present line, his whole position becomes untenable. Gen. Logan's S.F.O.No. ,75, near Atlanta, 22;- Brig. Gen. Wood, commanding 1st Division 15th Corps, wll re lieve Brig. Gen. Cox, commanding a Division of the 23d Corps, imme diately; one brigade being relieved at a time; the brigades of Gen. Cox moving first from his present position to take up a position on the left of Gen. Schofield's command, to connect with Gen, I'. L, Smith, commanding 2d division 15th Corps. The movement will be made by Brigade until the whole division of Gen. Cox is relieved. 2d. The entire command will be intrenched in its present po sition, which will be held at all hazards, especially the hill oc cupied by aj. Gen. Blair. 3d. The trains of the command will be kept behind the main 1008 July 1864. (centre) (T.laj, Gen. Howard's command) or close up on their own re serves, and in case the enemy asault at any one point, all other Corps will at once assault the Enemy in their immediate front. 4th. This entire command v/ill be under arms at 3 l/2 o'clock tomorrow morning, prepared for any emergency, 5th. Corps Commanders will be held i esponsible that their commands are amply supplied v/ith ammunition, and caissons and cart ridge boxes will be replenished tonight. Gen. Logan's S.P.O.No. 75, near Atlanta, 22;- IV Quarter Masters of Pioneer Corps of 1st, 2d and 4th Divisions 15th A.C. , and of 2d and 4th divisions IGth -^.C., will issue to each of Pioneer Corps of the 17th Corps one tenth, l/lOth, of their intrenching tools. The Division Quarter Masters of 17th Corps will send lit once for their tools. Gen, Logan's note: Gen Dodge will please cause official copies of this order to be made for each of the Pioneer Corps of hia command. Office Mem, 22:- At 4 A. M. Gen. Sweeny reported no enemy in his front, whereupon he was ordered to push forward a heavy line of skirmishers toward Atlanta. The 52d Illinois, and 2 companies of the 66th Illinois advanced, and finding that the enemy had evacuated his front line of works, movee forware one mile, and found the enemy in his works 1009 JuIt^ 1864, near the city. At 9 A. M., orders were received for the 2d division to move to a position to the left of the 17th A.c., and form with the 1st Brigade 4th Division. The Division had moved to and halted on the road to the rear of the 17th A.c., while the new position was being selected. At about 12 M., the enemy was discovered moving in heavy columns around the flank of the 17th A.c., and his line in three heavy massed columns extending to the rear of the position, where the 2d division was halted. As soon as the enemy was discovered, skirmishers were thrown out; the 2d division and 1st brigade 4th division formed promptly in lin , the 2d division to the left facing south and East, in the form of a sem$ circle. Welker's ^ and the 14th Ohio Batteries went into action on Sweeny's front, and opened vigorouly on the enemy. The enemy advanced impetuously in three heavy columns, and o pened fire on the entire" line, (his massed columns striking simultaneously our flanks and centre) be fore our formation was fully effected, and the engagement became at once genenal and desperate. The enemy's assault having been gallantly checked, Sweey's right was ordered forward, and swing ing gallantly around, charged and drove the" enemy in confusion, capturing a large number of prisoners and 4 stands of colors. At the same tihae, the 1st Brigade 4th Division moved fo ward, and drove the enemy from its front, capturing many prisoners, and 1 stand of colors. 1010 Jul:- 1864. s Battery was captured while moving from its position with the 17th A.C., to join Qen, Fuller's command. The engagement lasted v/ith much vigor for 4 l/S hours During the fight, the 2d Iowa, 81st Ohio and 66th Illinois exhausted their ammunition, and for several minutes held their position with' fixed bayonets. At 1 1/2 P. M., two divisions of the enemy's cavalry attacked Sprague's Brigade at Decatur, and after a heroic resistance, and finding himself nearly surrounded, Sprague fell back, and protect ing a large train with supplies from Roswell, also trains of the 17th A.C., that had bee 1 left back at Decatiir, he formed his Bri gade on a range of hills one mile north-west of Decatur, which po sition he held. The Board of Trade Battery attached to Garrard's Cavalry Division, went nobly into action, with Sprgaue's Brigade, and behaved with great gallantry. The 9th Illinois, guarding the train from Roswell, reached Decatur as Sprague's Brigade was falling back, and forming promptly, deployed to the left, and assisted greatly in chocking the enemy's pursuit, and in driving him back. The 43d Ohio having exocorted the train from Roswell, joined Sprague's Brigade in its nww position. At 4 PP , M., the enemy were discovered moving to the left of Sweeney, of which Gen. Loga was notified, and Martin's Brigade was promptly sent from the 15th A.G., and formed on Sweey's left. At 3 1/2 P. M,, Gen. Logan in person ordered Martin's Brigade 1011 July 1864. to join its command, and ordered Mersey's Brigade, 2d division to reinforce t:e 15th A.C., which had been driven from its works. The Brigade moved at double quick, and deploying promptly, charged and gallantly drove the enemy in its front, capturing upwards of 200 prisoners, retook the works, and recaptured 4 guns of De Grass' Battery. Mersey's Brigade remained in front of the 15th A C. At 4 P. M., the enemy opened a fire from Artillery to the left of Sweeny's line, and fearing an attack from that point. Gen. Cox, Commanding division of the 23d A.G. (who had been ordered to a po sition on Decatur and Atlanta road, l/2 mile east of "3 Mile Plouse") was promptly notified, and sent a brigade of his division, which I formed on Sweeny's left. In the interim, the 2d Minnesota Battery, 17th A.C. having taken position to the left of Sweey's line, opened upon, and silenced, the enemy's Artillery. Connections on the right With the 17th A.C., having been ef fected, the 1st Brigade, 2d division, and 1st Brigade, 4th division, bivouacked, and intrenched their lines on the battle field. During the night, the brain came forward, and 3 days rations were issued to the command. The command captured about 600 prisoners, only 357 are reported to date, however. Eight battle-flags and about 1300 stands of arms were captured by Sweey's Division, and 1st Brigade 4th division. The prisoners captured represented 49 regiments of Walker's, Bates' anc Cla^y^>Qm8's Divisions of Hardee's Corps. 1012 July 1864, Gon. Joseph Hayes to N. E. Dawson, New York, October 10,188 Referring to our conversation the other day, I would state, that in June 1864, I reported at General Grant's head quarters at City Point, Va,, to be assigned to duty. It was in the evening of a day in which one or two corps of the Arny had been engaged in an assault of the enemy's works before Petersburgh, and had been repulsed with heavy loss, and the wounded were being carried by the Head Quarters to the Hospital Boats near by, I found the General sitting alone in his tent. He beckoned me to a camp stool, pushed across the table a box of cigars and we had a Jeasnat chat of an hour or two, I asked him what he thought of the respective merits of the Eastern and Western Armies, In reply he said that now the Western Army had been effectively organizedinto corps, &c,, he had any particular work to do, he would select one army as soon as the other. I asked him what our prospects were for crushing the rebellion. He answered it was only a question of time. He knew the number of battalions the enemy had, and the strength of each. Their daily casualities from death, desertion, wounds, capture, &c,, could be averaged and by continuing the present war fare, their com plote exhaustion must inevitably soon ensue, , I asked him if he personally knew my old friend. General G, M, Dodge, He said, "Oh, yes. General G. M. Dodge is one of the ablest and most efficient commanders in the West?- adding other remarks 1013 'A-.'V July 1864. complimentary to General Dodge. The following day I was assigned to the command of the regular brigade of the Army of the Potomac- Subsequently I was captured in battle, and was some months a prisoner of war, and I owe to General Dodge an obligation for having used his perscnal efforts to secure my exchange, and which was later accomplished, enabling me to lead the advance brigade (infantry ) of the Army of the Potomac, at Appomattox, and when Sheridan's Troopers had been scattered in confusion, to have the flag, of siirrender first appear in front of my charging lines, signifying the end ofthe ' ' V Slaveholder's rebellion, and the War. . To General Dodge from his father, Elkhorn City, July. I was made glad when a few days since I received your kind and interesting letter. I tax my eye sight on every newspaper I get holdof to see if I cannot get some news of your movements. I know you are in Sherman's splendid army, and at one time on his extpome right, and discovered after a while you were on his left. I regularly have the weekly "Iowa State Register" and weekly "Nonpareil". I know the "Register" and its correspondents in the Army are true and strong friends to you, as I uppose the "Nonpareil" is, but the latter is not edifeed wWlh half the ability of the "Register". The "Nonpareil" cop ied a fine notice of you fr m the "Muscatine Journfil" ; excepting the 1014 July 1864. editorial it was copied from the "Cincinnati Gazette." All these no tices give me mueh pleasure. I see you have had more or less fighting nearly every day, and a correspondent says that yours and Logan's Corps had as bloody a fight at or nearDallas as any of the war. I re.ioice at your confirmation of Major General, and by the papers I see your noble and brilliant command also rejoice (the 16th Army Corps.) That murt be a great satisfaction to you and do much in sustaining you in your arduous duties. My impression is that you are now associated with fine and agreeable officers, I mean those who rank you. I want to see or rather hear of Richmond being taken, and then shall think the back-bone of the rebellion is broken, though, as you say, the v/ar may not be finished up, and that it will require a standing army to keep the rebs in their places, but they cannot hold out forever. All truly loyal men feel hopeful, and have no doubts that wll will come out right in the end, but beside Copperheads there are some feeble-kneed who wear faces as long as Jackasses ears, who do not seem to know which way to Jump. There are quite a number of Copperheads out here at the Horn and are scattered through the settlements, up and down the river btt loyal men are the most numerous at this place and its vicinity. I suppose you get the "State Register", and "Nonpareil" from Iowa.You well know, I have no doubt, that you have hosts of friends in Iowa who ■m July 1864. are praying for your success and safe return, as of course do your own relatives. May God spare your life, then honor and prosperity must ever after follow you, and, even if stricken down, your memory will-be forever sacredly cherished by every loyal man, womHui and child in the Union. Continally thinking of the important mission you are engaged in, I fee] cheap in mentioning my own unimportant affairs; still you may like to hear of trifles from the old folks. Stock is about all I can depend on; it bears good prices now, I think always will. It is much more stable in price than any farming produce, and I feel as I am growing old, my limbs are growing weary and cannot endure hardships as of yore. We buy all the stock we can at any reasonable price. This keeps me out here at the Horn all the t ime. Your mother, Nathan and Lizzie Phillips have been out her'e to see me. Your mother will work as long as she lives. It is rhther natural for old folks to do v;hat work they can, they have been so used to it; in fact, I w uld rather be here doing something than at the Bluffs, doing nothing. I can imagine how restless you would feel to be confined to some one-horse city after the care, turmoil, excite ment fend danger attending military life, but I hope these things will come to an enr^ in the right way (viz, bringing the rebels to terms) and that you may return once more to Council Bluffs and civil life I 1016 I ■ ' July 1864 want much to see Annie and the dear little girls, Lettie and Ella. I faol lost without one of them, and I think your mother must, though Lettie's sickness gave her and all of us much anxiety. She was so sick, that, for a while, we almost despaired of her life, Nathan I suppose intends practicing that portion of scrip ture that speaks of leaving father and mother and taking unto himself a wife. This is proper and right, though we shall miss him. 7,"hen Jule will do that same thing (I mean take a man) I am not informed. "Probably when she can hitch to the right one. I wish she would help her mother more than she does. She is first rate oorpany, and all the young peo-le like her. "That's what's the matter." She does not do much at home. I expect Nathan is doing a good business. He has to work all the time; is very prompt in all business matters, and is very popular wherever known among business men, as he is in Council Bluffs^ Mrs. Dodge to the General, St. Louis, July 3d;- I expected to receive a letter from you. There has been plenty of time since the battles of 23d and 25th. Why do you not write? You must know how anxious I am. The papers say Sherman lost between two and three thousand in the assault on Kenesaw. Is that true? Did you lose any officers? I am very anxious to hear direct. No reliable news in the pppers. The children have gone to Sabbath 1017 A/' July 1864. ^ School. Received a letter from Nate yesterday. He has bought the Phoenix Block, Babbit's old stores can't say that I think it a very good investment, but if you and he do, I suppose it is all right. He has got to spend several hundreds on repairs. John Lockwood bought a store or a part of James Block. I don't see why Nate did not get that for you. I guess John and Nate are working for themselves, but of course I don't know. Nate wants you to come up to his wedding in October. If you come, I hope it will be before that. Shall i write and tell him that if he makes it in August, you think you can go? I hope you can come up in August and go to the THhite Mountains or sane w atering place, but, of course, you have not much time to think of such things. I am waiting to buy those bonds and for the trunks. Yours ^ don'T come, I do not see where it can be. You should have sent a receipt. If Grant doesn't get Richnond soon, or Sherman, Atlanta, and money keeps on losing value, I don't see what we shall do. I hope ly you can come up in August or September. It is hardly like 6en 1. Sherman is going to fight all summer. I don't want to stay here during hot weather, and do not think I shall come back while it is hot. If Lettie does not get well and strong I do not like to put her in school, though she ought to go, but I must make up my mind to get settled this fall, and yet I do not like the idea of settling down or keeping house alone and attend to men's duties and my own, but if it 1018 July 1864. must be, I shall submit with as good a grace as possible. Lettie Robbins thinks they will leave St, Louis when the Dr, comes, and I shall not like to stay in this city with none of my own family. Write often. I am anxious to hear and know what I am going to do, or if I must learn to depend on myself. To General Dodge from his Sister, Council Bluffs 4th. This is the 4th of July and I know of no pleasanter way to spend a portion of the day than writing you, though my letters so far have been unheeded. I wrote you just before I left St. Louis, and had hoped ere this to have received a letter in return, but have not. Nate, mother and cousin Li zzie have gone to Elk Horn to spend two or three days leaving me with the help of a little girl, to take charge of the house, and as the day rolls on, it is a little lone some, though I hope before long some one will drop in and sit awhile, I welli remember how pleasantly I spent the day just one year ago in Old Corinth at the picnic given by Gen. Sweeney I would not object meeting the same company today and having a game of authors. There is little interest in the game for me when you are not a particiipant, as I have here no opposition, I suppose you are playing an entirely different game today and there is little amusement in it, I wish I could be with you and see what progress you are making, I wish Annie and the children were here, I have been with them so 1019 July 1864. much within a year or two, it does not seem like home v/ithout "U'ns" as the "Alabams" would sey. I had a pleasant as well as a cheap trip up the river with Capt. Pegram and wife. I came up as one of his family. Mother, Cousin Lizzie, Mr. Morse and Fan met me at the landing. I was glad to get where I could get a breath of fresh air. I came very near stif ling in St, Louis. I do not see hov? any one can stand it in that . hot,dusty city. I should think Annie would wr-nt to go to Indiana. She was talking strongly of it when I left. I hope she will, for it is enough to kill her and both children to stay there. I tried to bring Ella home with me, but when the time came to start she preferred stay ing with her mother. Lizzie is delighted with the West, though she ^ will not own it. Charlie Hendrie has just been in; got something to eat and has gone. I was glad to see somebody. There is no news here, though Coxmcil Bluffs has been gayer since i came home than for a long time. I attended a party in Omaha given by Gen. Mitchell and Staff, last week. It was a grand party. The General spoke of you and said he was very glad you had been promoted and wished me to give his respects to you with many congratulations. He is very pleasant and rather a "gay old chap," At home everything moves aboutthe same. The only elicited person is Nate, having in prospect his wedding. Wo, of course, do not mind it. Council Bluffs' gossips say it is a sure thing and apply to mi 1020 for ]$fnfoT^. Others think it is a tight pull between Charlie Hendrie and Nate. Mrs. Purple says;- "One thing Charlie is ahead on, and that is, when he goes to see Sue he stays all night, and people think Nate hasn't come to that yet." I expect the wedding is to be a grand affair, though I am not let into the secret society, and therefore am not as v/ell posted as you probably are. One thing, however, I am posted on, that is, I am not to be invited to the wedding because I made fun of his "Old Nag" one day. It is a pretty hard blow but I think I shall live until I can retaliate. You and Annie are among the expected guests and all of Sue's friends from her secesh acquaintances in St. Louis to Lizzie Mohan (her hired girl) baby, but Nate's relatives are only to be there in imagination. Rather hard to think the only chance of seeing my near kin married should be deprived I believe everything has been laid out by rule, every plan been discussed and commented upon by me. I have only one sticking point, that is what I shall present Nate. He would take it to heart wonderfully if I did not give him something. If you can only help me a little to think of something just right, shall be much obliged. I ahve applied for a school in the upper district this fall and winter and shall try and do something fcr myself. Mrs. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, Ind. 9th. I arrived here yesterday morning with the girls. Have 1021 ' ■i/' ' ' Jtily 1864. " I only a few minutes to write as it is time for the mall .to close . I have not a line from you since the one you wrote the children. 7/hy don't you write? I wish you would be more particular and write oftener. It would save me much anxiety. For a while I received two and sometimes three letters a week, but lately have only received one in ten days. I wish to hear very much. I like here. It is cool and pleasant and a very pretty place. The children are happy enough. Lettie will go to school and Minerva says she will take care of her if I am obliged to be away or wish to go East. I would like to go East first rate. Maybe J will. Mrs. Pegram is going and wants me to go with her. Do you think you will come up this summer. I am nearer to you than at St. Louis. Can , Jo to | Nashville in twenty-four hours. Bailey is doing very well; is getting quite well off. I shall stay here some time. Minerva says she can make me fat, and I will give her a chance . I got my trunk that was sunk on the "Orient" and my dresses v;ere injured but very little. Maria P. Bane to Mrs. Dodge., payson. Ills, July 11, Your letter found me waiting very anxiously for the return of my husband, and was very welcome. He is here once more, safe, thank God, having his headquarters in our dear little home, and having the sole command of this Department; I met him in Quincy July 3d, and have had such a nice visit. 1022 July 1864. Now if you were only in Payson you should have a visit too, and hear of many things concerning our mutual friends of the 3d. Brigade that would he of interest; but of the Left iJing he brings but little recent news, having been so long absent from the rest of hhe command. T/?hen he left Rome, he was nearly well, but was taken quite sick In Nashville and was detained. At St. Louis he layed over one day and night. He was hardly able to be up, but if he had known where you were, would have gone to see you, though you probably had loft before that time. He may go to St. Louis again soon, but I suppose you will not be there. ' The Brigade is still At Rome under command of G eneral Vandever,and the old staff were all transferred to the present comm.^.ander, Lt. Col. Gaines of the 50th has been in the hospital almost ever since we left Lynnville, except a "leave" upon which he came home, and we suppose he has resigned ere this. This will probably not create any vacancy for Major Haincs* promotion, as there will not be over 400 men when the 3 years men are mustered out and the Regiment consolidated. We are feeling very anxious about our surgeon. Dr. Kendall, as my husband left him at Resaca very ill. T'ne 39th Iowa had done very well, though Col. Cumr.ings 'and Major Griffiths had been very sick. The 57th were there also. Dr. Zearing was very well. The Col. had forgotten himself when he needed most to remember his weaknessed. and been drunk two or three times. If we could see you how much there 1023 . I v,v July 1864. would be to tell you and how much to hear, and how pleasant to be to gether once more, I cannot feel that our connection with the army is severed, and shall always feel that those associations are among the most interesting of my life. Of our future, we know nothing as yet. The past week my hus band has spent resting, but goes to Springfield today to attend to some business. He has not yet received his returns from the Ordnance Office and hrs had no pay since last December. Various plans 'lave suggested themselves, and he has spoken several times of Counoil Plitf fs as a point of interest but property is now at its highest notch, it seems to me, and where one has but little it is dangerous to invest. I trust that the hand of Provi may lead us in the right day and mkke us useful, I think I told you that Mrs, Linton wrote me from Ohio that she understood tdiat Jier- br'oUier' gone ir.t.; e {LOO days service, and she should start home the next day. She did so and found that •he was at Peoria and was to be mustered next day, so only stopping at home over night, she went to Peoria, arriving in camp about an hour before the muster. He was about 16, and so short he had put blocks in his boots to be measured, Mrs. L. ^ n .ju'aJ without the blocks and he was rejected, she carrying him home in triumph, but before one trouble has passed for her, another comes, and she is now watching the bedside of her sister Emma and vrites me that the 1024 July 1864. physician tells her that she will not recover. She bade rae give her love to if she did not write before I did; said she v/ould write to us all as often as possible. Poor thing.* I do indeed sympathize with her, and pray that she may look for comfort to the only source that will never fail. I do not hear from Mrs. Spencer. To Julia I am already indebted. During this excessivly warm weather you can imagine how much I have enjoyed b'eing fleshy. I have done little but use a good size palm-leaf fan, and have sometiijes been too lazy to keep it in motion. A sister of my husband has just come to see us and I must close my letter. Remember me with ever so mucVi love to the dear children. My husband sends his kindest regards to you and the chil dren and says he shall always cherish the General as one of. his very best friends. May oiir families always be as united as in the past, r- Geo. Bailey to General Dodge, Pulaski, 15th. I am now doing business -t this place. .Was home last week and the folks were looking for Annie every day. Col. Spencer was here and on his return was taken sick and went to the country with a friend to rusticate until he was belter. General I caiinot get a pass here to go by rail; please get one from Gen. McPherson good for 90 days. /' 1025 JULY 5-864. Mrs. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, Ind. 15th. Three welcome letters came to me this morning and awakened me from sleep. They were very welcome for it had heen nearly two weeks since I had received a line from you, and I beganto feel very anxious to hear'. They are long good letters and did me more good than anything but your own self. I wrote a short letter since arriving ** t here and have been waiting to hear where you are. The papers today ,-and yesterday have several letters from Sherman's Army, and all seem to bring cheering news. It is even hpped that you will get Atlanta without a battle. God grant it. Then I hope ycu can rest and come ' home and stay till fall or for good. j Lettio has commenced taking music le sons and seems much interested. Her teacher is Miss Flora Howard, a young lady to whom George Bailey is engaged. She is a fine girl; is sensible, well edu cated and lady-like. I like her very much; suppose you will wonder how she could fancy George, but stranger things than that have happeneded. I think Lettie will learn very easily. The girls are very happy here, since I left the hot, dusty city,' and this is really a pleasant place. V!e get the Cincinnati papers daily and Indianspolis papers. I am very contented to stay here during the hot weather and think of leaving Lettie her in school all the fall, perhaps r 11 the winter, but still I cannot make up my mind. You "tell me to do whatever suits me best. How little you can kaow. I shall try and do what is best, but find | 1026 July 1864. it very hard to know what that"is. Nate is very anxious to have us up there at his weddin^g which he intends to have done up in style, but I do not much think I shall go without you, but there is plenty of time to decide. I do hope something may happen that I may be set tled some where by next winter, I do not feel at home in St. Louis now, as Joseph does not stay there, and do not expect Lettie ^obbins v/ill be there. Suppose you have heard all about the big raid in Maryland. I lavighed at it all the time bu' the people all wore long faces, and thought Washington was sure to fall. It is dreadful the way gold has been up', and the garablers in Wall Street ought to be hung. Hope they will all be ruined. Yesterday and today, it is down again, and I hope to stay. Did I tell you I got my trunk and saved most of my clothes? Your pants and boots good as new. My hair chain was stolen out, the only thing of value that was gone. I am well, all but my eyes. I am going to Indianapolis to see a Doctor about them; they are weak. I am much fleshier than I was last summer, I left with Joseph a check for $8,000 which he was to invest in coupbn '80 bonds if any come in market, when I left there were none. It was about the time of Chase's resignation and all had been withdrawn. To Gen. Dodge from his brother. Council Blu]fs 16;* I let Sam Evans have small building of the two I purchased for the same I gave, I have now got it in the shape I first aimed at. 1027 July 1864. Col, Spencer to Gen. Dodge, Rome 18:- I send Major Shurtliff to you today, I hope you will re lieve him, and let himcome back, I want him on my trip more than any other man in the regiment. Gen. Vandever will not let us fetart without orders, and is very much oppose ' 'O being left without Cavalry, although it does not do him much good, for he has 60 each day on picket duty, which takes 120 every day from the aggregate of the regiment for scouting purposes. I send by Major ShUrtliff a communication in regard to recruit ing, There are a good many coming in on purpose to join us, but they will not allow them to enlist, saying that gennral orders makes it necessary to send them north of the Ohio river. I wish you would ^ either send Vandever an order, or have McPherson do so. Our regiment has always been considered an excpetion to the rule, and should be now. Several of Smith's friends came from Randolph County and wanted to enlist, but were forced to go north; some of them had never been in the Rebel army. I have had to send an officer to Chattanooga for ammunition. He will be back about Thursday, I will then be ready to start. I telegraphed you about trying to get one hundred horses from the 9th Illinois, I find there are about one hundred men there that are dismounted, they are men that were in hospital and convalescent when we commenced this campaign, and also some recruits that were ^ 1028 July 1864. got at Bridgeport from the 1st Alabama Vidette Cavalry, I hope you will send a mustering officer here, as we need-one very much, and also hope you will allow Major Shurtliff to return at leasfe to make the trip with me. Gen. Dodge's Sister to his wife. Council Bluffs, 20:- Not a night but I am out, or Charlie Henchin or Ben Beard is here, and I am nearly used up. Last week we had great times here. Sanitary met here Tuesday and Thursday I had company, abiiut 38 or 30 were here. I gave them Sponge cake, delicate cake, pound cake, ice cream and lemonade, I was glad when it was over I can assure you, for I was tired most to death. I wanted ifc while Lizzie was here, or else I should have waited until cooler weather. It amusea me to see Lizzie; you know they are all so staid and sober back east, that she is somewhat sxu?pri-'^ed to see us carry on so here; still she joins right in with us, and after she has gone as far as any of us, then she will wonder if she has done anything wrong, I was amused last Saturday evening. Hendrie and Board had their heads cut a la Barnes, and look quite comical. We all went to choir meeting; they foailowed us home, sat awhile and Charlie Hendrie asked Lizzie if she didn't want to go riding; she said, "Yes, so they started, went to the foundry, hitched up his horse and buggy and rode way up above Miss Lockwood's. It was about 11 o'clock when they started and 11 minutes of 12 when they 1029 July 1864. got back. Then Sarah and I got in, and rode until nearly 1 o'clock It was an elegant night, bright moonlight. Mother gave us hail Columbia and Lizzie when she began to think how late she was out, felt dreadfully. I told them my conscience was clear as could There is a Dr. Judd from Peoria, Illinois, living in thatt little brick back of us; just moved in, a tery fine family, and when he came here he said he came up on the boat with Col. Bane and the Col. Said he should probably be here in 5 or 6 weeks and would go into partnership here. He spoke very confidently of it that he has this place in view, and they laid all their plans. Col. Bane was to open an apothecary shop, and Dr. Judd to do the prac- ^ ticing. I do hope they wi .1 move here, .wouldn't it be splendid? But I should think Mrs. Bane would write me if she wafl coming. Has she said anything to you about it? I never in my life saw such hot weather as we have had for 3 weeks, if it is as warm in Georgia where the Army is, how ca they fight? We had a letter from Ocean a few days ago, he was in sight of Atlanta. W see by the papers Col, Noyes has lost a leg; is he alive? Write me all you hear of our Army friends. I do hope Ocean will write me soon. Nate is about sick, stays down to the house now nights. They are beginning to tremble here now, for the draft is coming, siu?o ^ 1030 July 1864. enough. I am glad, and hope it will palmer, NOTE: (effifliency of the Heavy Rifle, 5DD809) Gen. Dodge to his wife, Keneaaw Mt. 2j* I received today (yours of the 23d, think you have done very well with Joseph. Am willing to loan him the ,^2,500. You have got back the principal and $2,150 as I understand it. We have had very hard fighting for a few days past, and to night we make another move that will bring on another severe fight. My loss up to this time is nearly 2000 but we will keep on pound ing away until we use those fellows up, I have written you so often that I forget where I closed. Col. Spencer has gotten bac, and Cant. Ford is now on my staff. Lt, Col. Doddi is in Marietta. If you should send Bailey up there to look after your trunk, it would be a good idea. God knows I wuuld like to see you, but we must delay it until this campaign is over when we will be together again. With Stars, of course, came responsibilities but you need have no rears; every day gives me more confidence in myself, and I have got so used to handling troops, that I have no doubts about my ability to carry out my orders. It may be some time before you hear from me, as this is a bold strike we are making and we will trust it will be a successful one. I am glad Nate has purchased a brick store. I think he should buy another, if the only one has cost $3,100, My 1031 July 1864. operations in New York will clear me two or three thousand this month. Finances are so unsettled that I prefer to invest in good interest paying property. I wrote Joseph about a belt; $30 is enough. I have had two pairs of Straps presented already. I really think that no man ever received promotion whose men were so well pleased as mine were. They evidnetly believe that my heart is with them, and thatthey can rely upon me. Gen. Grant wrote me a very handsome letter, too ' complimentary to be shown. Gen. McPherson we all like, and Sherman, of course, shows his obility; it shines out every day! I appreciate your anxiety, and if anything happens, you will know, as we have telegraphic communication. As long as I do not telegraph, you may rest assured it is all right. ' • The trunk was rexpressed from Huntsville, on June 25th by Adams Express, and addressed to you, care of J. M. Brown, 450 Major St. St. Louis. I have the receipt. No doubt it has arrived ere this, TVrlte Dodda about your trunk;. address him care of W. b. Dodda & CO , Iron Safe M'f'ts,, Cincinnati, he will hunt it up. V/rite often, and give me all thonews; kiss the girls, and as soon as this move is over I will write you again. Reme ber me to Minv rva. Bailey, the children and the Young Lady. I suppose she la now looking for an opening. Gmant expresses full fiith in his ability to use up Lee. Acwoth, June 7th. Dear Annie; I have not had achance to get your letter off. July 1864. Johnson retreated again two nights ago. V/e I think he is south of the Chattahoochee near Atlanta. We will stay here three days, get supplies, and then move on him again. This is terrible pounding, day and night. I have been under fire now at leaSt fifteen days, and am all safe. Saw the Dr. yesterday, and he was well. Gen. Sherman told me last night that I was a Ma.ior Ge 'e ral and that I would bo assigned to the' command cf the 16th A. c. Will write again before we leave. Truly, Ocean. Chattahoochee, July 5th. Dear Annie; You will perceive by this that we have got Johnson on,the move. He evacuated Kenesaw, gave up Marietta, and undertook to stand nearRuff's station, about 6 miles south of Chattahoochee. The Army of the Tennessee waded into him on July 4th, and drove him out, and today we have bee^ pressing him to and across the river. He has very very heavy works here. Atlanta, eight miles distant, is in full view, and negroes, wen and women, can be plain ly seen at work on their forts. The steeples, chimneys of the long-looked-for and hard-fought for city, are in view, We have hard fighting to do yet. Yesterday was a grand day for the 16th A.C. They charged, and took the front line of rebel intrenchments, forcing Johnson to evacuate in the night. Col. Noyes, 39th Ohio, who led the assaulting column, was wounded. His ankie was shattered, and it was necessary to ampu1033 July 1864. tate his leg. My Toss was 250 in killed and woimded. Johnson's Army begins to show the pressure and marks of de feat in the last few days. Vie have followed hira so closely that we must have taken- 3,000 prisoners. Our losses are not heavy, for the fighting, and we are in excellent spirits, better than ever, and the sight of Atlanta does us goo"d. Did. you ever hear of such grand movements as Sherman is making? 150 miles right' into the heart of Georgia, bringing with us the railroad, and keeping up our supplies as we advance. " He certainly is a great Chieftain, Grant ve have not heard a word from for a week. We got Atlanta papers ff the 3d, They.have not had any com munication by or Telegraph with Richmond for ten days; that shows that Grant is working. We will have a long job of it here, I expect we will have to feel the enemy carefully, see his position and then break him at some point. No mails leave today, so will close this in the morning-. I am well, in fine spirits. Etc, July 6th;- Nothing new today, Johnson is in the same position as yesterday on the Chattahoochee River, and we are moving today to control the crossings. It is hot, and we begin; to long for ice cream or mint juleps, have got the mint but no ice, I am just moving, and can write no more, "rite often twice or three times a wehk. Get the Cincinnati Gazette and the Commercial, and wyou will always know what we are doing. Remember 1034 r, »•- < ! July 1864 . me to Minerva, Stella, Bailey and all the folks. I would be more than glad to see them. Kiss the girls. I doso want to see them. Triily, Ocean. Gen. Dodge to his. wife, 8 miles, Atlanta, July 8th:- Since July 4th we have had no fighting, except artillery and heavy 5-:kirmishing, and have been laying quiet all the time, I received a Democrat with some.of your pencillings; think I could pencil some myself, it is very hot, but i suppose no hotter here than in St. Louis. Blackberries are ripe, and we get our share, but everything else is meat and bread. I long to get to one of your tables, and have nice coffee, chickens, fish and vegetables. You would sup- ^ pose that we could get plenty, but the Army digs every potato takes every green apple and peach,.and unless you send off for miles, we get none. You will hoar of movements before long thati think will be .of great benefit to our army. We must begin to work around the edges, and make Johnson uneasy. Our men are in good health and food spirits, suffer moat from want of "Anti-Scorbutics" These wo cannot get, though berries and green apples are a good substitute. You do not write about your health, whether you are getting fat and hearty. I don't care about meeting all bones; am a little fastidious you know, in everything. Don't wonry, i am all right, and in better health than you have seen me for two years, so you had better be looking out, and get rosy cheeks. 1035 July 1864. Gen. Dodge to his wife, RoswelX, July 11:0 I have moved from the extreme right to the extreme left, where I went after the 4th of July fight. I crossed the Chattahoochee yesterday, and am fortifying my position. We have at last got Johnson over the River, and my Corps has safely passed the Rubicon. It was a gran--^ sight to see my men pltinge in, and reach the south shore. Where I crossed was a long shallow ford, and we waded through. As soon as the shore was gained, I passed out, and built fortifications, and old Johnson cannot get me out. No other portion of the army is here, but soon will be, Sherman is very much pleased at it, and in a dispatch today said, "It was a big Job, but you have had many of them; hold all you ^ have got, and I will support you," It is trying times, this hot weather. One day and ni^t I marched 30 miles, worked all that night, and the next night. Now I am building a bridge, 650 ft. long, to take our Army safely over, I got two letters from you today, of the 29th and 30th, and wrote you after every engagement. The last letters I directed to Indiana, I do not think much of Pheonix Block purchase, though it may be a good one. I don't care where property is, if It is good, and will pay ten per cent. I want to get more money in brick build ings, or something that will pay interest. 1036 July 1864, Johnson has retreated to Atlanta, and it is very uncertain whether he makes a fight there or not. The Atlanta papers of 10th say he has concluded to do so> but I doubt it. We will rout him out of that position, as I do not consider it formidable. I hope and pray that he will come out of his works, and give us a fair, square, open field fight; this thunder jig against his works, and charging over abattis, ditches, chevaux-de-frise &c. is terrible. If you should see some of the works, you would not believe that a man could get up to them alive, but we do, and that very often, ^y 4th of July charge was a brilliant thing, and coming on that day will give it notoriety. My little army is cut up, over 2,000 of those you used to see at Athens, Pulaski, &c. have fallen in Georgia. A great many never will again see the state, and for the fighting, it was small, many of them wounded at Resaca, and those in first fights are returning. Col. Phillips got back yesterday. I hope you will get your trunk all right. Women you know are immaculate , and when thej? happen to commit a wrong, it goes hard to own up. NAte wrote me about go:ng to his wedding, but that is too far off; men that talk so long before-hand about it have no sure thing, so I don*t make any promises. It is no use to promise anything now, I cannot tell when I can get away, certainly not until this campaign is over, or until Sherman rests his army. I don't suppose he will hold up until 1037 July 1864, Grant gats his job through. It won't do to let any or Johnson s Array go to Lee's, and vice versa. We raust keep these fellows em ployed, and follow them wherever they go, I hope ere long we can get a new base or water communications, then we can get oysters for winter. You appear to be puzzldd what to do, I don't see as any place would suit as we are now situated. It is useless to try to pick out a house. I think ray advice is best; get a few rooms in St, Louis, or some other place, to live during this fall and winter, furnish them, and keep them, when you leave for a short time you can still keep ther, and we will always have a place to go to, ^ This summer it is just as well to keep quiet, eat strawberries, and enjoy yourwelf the best you can, and if I can get a leave, we will settle on some plan. Don't fail to write often; we keep up pretty good mail communications, and I am always anxious to hear from you. I shall send this to Greenfield, As long as Lettie is so unwell, I would not try to put her in school. Roswell, July 17th. Dear Annie We move once more on Atlanta, this time will bring us very near the city. There are various opinions about Johnson's making a fight, he has moved everything out of Atlanta, and is prepared to fight or run as he deems best, I See no prospect of this campaign ending, it looks to me llk^ an all summer and fall work. We have got to follow Johnson up as " 1038 July 1864. long as he has an army. I hope we will catch him out some place where we can get one square, fair fight out of him; if we do, he is gone up. I have received no letters from you from July 1st, though papers of the 4th have come. I have sent my letters for some time to Greenfield, Ind., but do not know whether you have gone there or not. Gen. Veatch has gone home sickj also Gen. Osterhaus.' Our Array is in good spirits, and pretty good health. My health re mains good. Sweeney does very badly. I do not get along with him welij shall get him relieved as soon as possible, I want to hear from you often. The 16th A,c. has lost heavily, its ranks shfljr hard work, still it is a host, and ready to go in at all times. If we get Atlanta, which there is no doubt of, I hope we will get a week's rest; and if we stop any place two or three weeks, I will try to meet you somewhere. Be on the look-out for good investments. As soon as I am paid off, I shall send you 2,000 er jF3,000 which I want invested. The next time we stop, I will write the girls. I do so want to see them. We have been at our old work here. We built a bridge, 750 feet long, in 2 i/2 days; it asttssnished some of the veterans, I am anxious to see Grant move. One thing is certain, the rebels have got every man they can, and we will worry them out. Their 1039 July 1864. • tactics showed them to be masters in the art- of war. Spencer has gone to Rome, Ga., to take care of hSs regiment. Yliien the rebels retreated from Kenesaw Mt. they prepared to destroy the railroad for 20 miles, but we pressed them so hard, that they did not get a chance, and left the rails all ready to be fired right on the track. They give in easier every time, and I have no doubts about their making much of a stand at Atlanta. Give my respects to Minverva and Bailey, Lettie and the rest of the family. I saw Dr. Robbins yesterday. Our men have not been paid for over six months. When we stop, we expect a railroad train of mono;". Thine, Ocean. Pumpkin Vine Greek, Dallas, June 5th. Dear Lettie & Ella: You will see that I am down here ori a fancy-named creek, and am thundering away at the rebels. The canons road, and musket balls whistle all the time, often going over my tent. It is a barren coimtry, only one thing in it that suits me,, and that is the woods are full of green huckleberries, the same as those I used to pick up in Rout^ Plain, when I used to visit Grandma and Grandpa. We make pies of them, and they are very nice. In all these battles many, many a poor fellow is killed, and thousands are wounded. Our Hospitals are full; they lie under rude shelters made of pine boughs, and I often see many a poor fellow on the table to have his arm or.leg cut off. Rebels and '19 1040 jiffiigggMPI Julj' 1864. Union men lie side by side, both dead and wounded, and often they lie unburied for days. We get very little news from home. I know you are enjoying yourselves at the Fair, getting lots of nice things, and seeing all the fine things that genius can conceive, or any one can make. You must not forget while you are enjoying yourselves so, what hard times we are having, our men are without tents, and often lie in the rifle pits day and night without rest or sleep. Tell Eddie and May I would like to see them, I often see their father and if you can improve all your time in learning to read, write, etc., it would be a great pleasure to me to get some letters from the little girls I have had such nice times with, and romped with so many hours together. "Thy Father. Office Mem. 22:- General Battle Before Atlanta, in which Maj. Gen, J. B. McPher son fell, and Maj. Gen. john A. Logan succeeds to the comand of the Department and Army of the Tennessee, G.P.O. No, 3, H.O,.D.& A. Tenn., Beofre Atlanta, clrects that in pursuance of the instructions from Maj. Gen. W.T^sherman command ing military division of the Mississippi, Maj. Gen. John A. Logan assumes command of the Dept. and Army of the Tenn. On the afternoon of the 20th, the 2d Brig. 4th Div, and 63d Ohio Infantry were sent, (by me) to occupy Decatur, and relieve Gen. Garrard's Cavalry, On 21st, the 1st Brig., 4th Div, with Lght 1041 July 1864. Battery P, 2d U. S. Artillery were ordered to report to Gen. Blair, 17th A.C. for reserve. The Battery was placed in position in the front line, and the infantry held in reserve. On the forenoon of the 22nd (today) the 2d divisim was ordered to move to the ex treme left, and take a position in rear of the new line then being established. On thS march, the enemy were discovered in rear of the left of the 16th A. C. Line of Battle was immediately formed2d division on the loft. Gen. Fuller was directed to place the 1st Brigdde, 4th division on the right. Before the formation was completed, the enemy, comprising Bates*, V/aiker's and parts of Claybor ne*s Division of Hardee's Corps, emerged from the'woods in three colvunns, attacking our centre and both flanks. A heavy fire irmediately opened; and the" 2d brigade 2d division swinging around on our flank, while Gen. Fuller was ordered" to advance, the enemy shortly commenced giving way, when a charge was ordered, which routed them, driving them across the open field into the timber beyond. A new position was taken, covering the ground, and co,^.- necting as nearly as possible with the left of the 17th A. 0 The enemy again attacked our extreme left, but were repulsed, leaving their dead and severely wounded on the field. The 2d brigade, 4th Division, was attacked at 1;30 P. M., near Decattir, by two Divisions of Wheeler's (Rebel) Cavalry. Held them in check, saved the trains, and occupied and held Decatur. The 2d Brigade, 2d division, was sent to support Gen. M. L. 1042 July 1864. Smith, and participated in the charge on his front. No report from this Brigade, The losses in my command today were; Killed Commissioned Officr-rs, 5, Enlisted men, 98, Wounded—Commissioned Officers,. 37. Enlisted men, 547. Missing--Commissioned officers, 5. En listed men, 162. Total 854. Most of the "Missing" and a large portion of the "Killed" and ")¥ounded" were at Decatur. Light Batterjf F., 2d U. S'. Artillerj' was taken by the enemy while with the 17th A.C., or on its way from its position on that line to join its command. The caissons were left in the timber and recovered. The men (except 20) escaped. We captured- -351 prisoners, including one Colonel, and 21 line line officers, (besides those captured by the 2d brigade 2d division), Fight battle flags from different regiments, 1300 stands of Qrms, (small—mostly Tower's English manufactured riflss). We buried in our immediate front 422 of the enemy, including two Colonels, and .two Lt. Colonels. The enemy buried many mor" beyond our lines. We have 60 wounded .(Rebels) in hospital. The prisoners cpptured represent 49 regim nts and three Divisions of Hardee's Corps. The. Rebel "killed" was at least four imes that of ours, Cotincil Bluffs, la., October 3d, 1885, W.E.McCreary, Esq., Dear Sir: In answer to your "tatement, as to certain mem bers of the 15th A.C., denying that any portion of the 16th A.C. took part in retailing their line when broken by the attack of the 1043 July 1864. rebels on July 2*2(1 1864. I have to say, they certainly have not examine! the official records. If they look at ray official re port of that battle, they will see that General Logan called upon • • me in person, requesting aid in retaking the line. In compliance with his request I immediately sent on the double-ouick. Col. Mer sey's Brigade of the 2d division. This Brigade formed on the south of the R.R. line, and charged and retook that portion of the line south of the railroad. At the same time. Gen. Wood's division of the 15th A.c, retook the portion north of the railroad. Mersy's Brigade lost severely in killed and wounded, and hit vvti horse was shot under him during the charge. The Brigade captured about 100 prisoners. Gen, Morgan L. Smith who commanded that Division of the 15th A.C. that, was broken by the enemy, came and thanked me in person for Mersey's gallant work, and spoke in the highest terms of the prompt decision and effective chargg of Mersey and his B.rigadS, I sent with the Brigade, Capt. Edward Jones, of my .staff to report to Gen. Smith. He was present, and a witness of the entire action of the brigade. He can give you any particulars. His address is New Orleahs, La. I am. Truly, M. Dodge.J NOTE: Gen. Dodge to Gen. Sherman, Council Bluffs, la., November 1, 1875 (10DR499): (2 Sherman's Memoirs 498). 1044 July 1864. Gen. Dodge to his wife, Decatur, July 20:- I got yours of the 9th dated Grenfield today. I have written you at least three letters a week, and since July 1st I have directed them all to Greenfield. I am glad you got your trunk but you say nothing pbout mine. From the heading of this you will see that we have gotten between Johnson's army and the East. T/e are on the railroad run ning east to Augusta to Richmond and our advance is thundering at the gates of Atlanta. I tookthis place after a pretty severe tussle, and we are nov/ moving directly wdst on Atlanta. We have also broken up the railroad from. Atlanta to Montgomery, giving Hood, who was placed in command yesterday only one route to retreat on. Johnson being relieved is a hard blow to the rebel array and is as good as ten thousand re-inforcements to us. You always ask about my coming north. It is impossible for me to guess. If Hood would come out and lot us whip him, we would all get settled down; but if we have to thunder against him we may have to fight him for months yet, as we are bound to follow up as long as they have an army. It iB very hard to get butter, preserves, fresh fruits, &c.,- though blackberries are now ripe, and ap:ples are just coming in; and we are occasionally getting new potatoes, onions, beer, &c. and we have had one mess of tomatoes. I would give considerable to sit down to Minverva's table, and enjoy one of her dinners. 104S' July 1864. Col. Phillips has gotten back. Dr. Stewart, surgeon-in-chief, of the 4th Diviaion, was badly wounded yesterday by a cannon ball. I think, however, he will get over it. I lost several good men yesterday. Today we are lying quiet and the 15th and 17th A. C. are advancing on Atlanta. I think it will fall without much of a struggle; hope so at least. Most of the wealthy people have left it; still there are some more yet remaining to come under Yankee rule, I am told that there are at least 3000 wounded men in the town Nate wrote me two steets full, and gave me a pretty good idea of money affairs. I am inclined to think his investment in t e Phoenix Block will be a good one. He bought both stores, Ross and Scriberough used to occupy and the part now rented will ten- per cent clear. A block in Omaha will pay best, and I have instructed hmm to purchase or build one. As gold goes up, investmebtsin such property is the best. I will also purchase the mortgages on Mill property, if I can do so -without much trouble. I do waiit to go North and see you, I do not know what to ad vise you about going East. You must act your own pleasure about it. I caii soon reach you by telegraph. I would , however, keep quiet during the hot weather, and especially look out for the health of the childfen. I am glad to hear that Bailey is doing so well. He has a hard tussle, and I know of no one, ^om I would rejoice more at than 1046 July 1864, at his prosperity, 1 Write often- two or three times a week- and put up lots of fruit, preserves &c. I shall want ther all. If l' could get a good keg of butter, and a very fine cheese, down in this country, it would go good, but we do hot now expect it. Col. Speroer to Gen. Dodge, Rome, July 22:- There is nothing new here. No enemy and nothing to do but fatigue and picket duty. This would be a good place to finish recruiting and filling up my regiment' if I were allowed to recruit. I hope you will send an order to General Van Dever allowing me to do so, I think Roussaeu has made his trip- I hear from a variety of sources that a large federal forces has passed Talladeg going south; it must be his command. Our news here is that you have taken Atlanta. I hop'e it is true but am afraid it is premature. I hope you will send Major Shurtliff back, for we need him badly, I would prefer to lose any other officer tliat I have. Tell Tichenor I will give him a Captaincy but will have to recruit a company to the minimum before he can be mustered I have no company that there is a vacancy in, that would be en titled to a captain, but if I get the order allov/ing me to re cruit here, I will soon have one; we need a mustering officer badly. I have at least 50 men whose times are out, and as many more who 1047 July 1864. ought to be rustered in, and it makes a good deal of trouble. Mrs. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, 22:- I have your letter dated the 11th from Rosv;ell. YqU don't give much description of the place w ich the Com. Gazette praises highly, ndr give me any items in regard to the factory girls that you have been finding employment in ftrour hospitals for. "Ero" lauds you very highly, and I suppose you are getting very easy in your treatment of secesh women. I suppose you have, of course, seen the Gazette, but for fear you have missed it, I will cut it out and enclose, "ROSWELL: This village is on the northern (or western) bank of the Chattahoochee, having a high and beautiful location. It is built sparsely, with magnificent streets, and in the natural forest. Scarcely a tree is gone from the streets. A more beautiful "Sylvan City" could not be found. It has a niiraber of fine buildings and has the air generally of being a very aristocratic village. Sev eral extensive cotton and woolen factories which were in operation here, I am sorry to say, were burned. Some 300 females were thus thrown out of employment. They went to Marietta. Gen. Dodge, learning their situation, at once Recommended their employment in the hospitals of his corps, ad immediately made a donati'n of flOO to each of the division hospi tals of his corps for this hvunane purpose." 1048 July 1864. ■ • You are tender hearted I know, but It is better not to be too much so in an enemy's country, Mrs. Spencer has been in New York riding round with N.P.V/Illis going to th-atres, etc. She writes me occasionally. I thought some of going East, but don't think I shall now. I sent you a box of fruit, pickles, etc. by express yOsterday, let me know if you got them. I would send you more if you didn't have such a lot of officers in your mesa, but I can't send enough to do all. Every article we buy is rising in price and if it keeps on, by fall the best off will have all they can do to live at all. The girls are hearty, but in your two last letters you have said very little about them. I have written often, and hope to hear soon of your being in Atlanta, without you have more hospitals to establish before you can get there, NOTE: Gen. Dodge to Col, Clark, Preliminary Report of Battle of Atlanta, on July 22d, 1864. (eriginal Draft). '^Gen. Dodge to Gen. Sherman, Ft. Leavenworth, Nov. 19,1865 ^ I found a copy of your report of the Atlanta campaign a few days ago and read it for the first time. I find in your report of the battle of the 22d that you were not fully informed as to the movementsof the Army of the Tennessee or perhaps more espeically of the 16th Corps, no doubt from the fact that I made no report of its operations until after the Array Commander ^ad made them and General Howard in his report of the July 1864» CBunpaign did not have mine before him, and I believe so states in his report. I was not able to make mine at'the time it should have been done. I merely wish to state for your information some matters that occurred and that appear in the official reports of the 22d a® it will no doubt be a satisfaction to you to get at all particulars. X' When I was ordered to the left by Gen. Mc herson I.went in ■n person to the position I was expected to take up on the advanced line to the left of the 17th selected the ground and" finding that the new line would not be erected that ^day, the 17th A.C. Having -aiiri(rinff7T'"'TrHry late that day, I went back for the Pioneers and ordered the 16th Corps to bivouac where they were in the rear of the 17th Corps, They halted right on the ground where they afterwards fought. On my return I met one of my staff officers who informed me that Gen, Blair's hospital had been attacked, which was dituated to the east of where I was bivouacked, and that the enemy had cavalry in there. I Immediately rode towrads the Corps, feeling some anxiety con cerning the report, from the fact of our surprise at the sudden evacu ation of our front that morning, I immediately ordered skirmishdcs to be sent out to see what truth there was in the report, and they soon commenced skirmishing rapidly, I immediately went into line, and had hardly got formed when I discovered the enemy's columns, and soon became hotly engaged. Discovering the enemy's object ^ 1050 July 1864. l- ' I imnediately sent a staff officer to Gen. Giles Smith to notify" him that the enemy was in his rear, and that he had better i i his line and connect with.me, 'This was before he was engaged and after I was. In a few minutes I sent another staff officer, seeing the importance of making the connection. The second officer found Gen. Smith hotly engaged; and Gen. Smith, also, I think, had then received orders from Gen. McPherson to hold his line; that he, (Gen, McPherson) would fill the Gap; and of course had no chance to m.ove then, as he had all he could do to hold the enemy'.s—aitAftqTH 111 iTTli I 1 1 1 1 n i1 Gen. McPherson arrived some time after I was engaged, and stood to the extreme right of my line, near the edge of the timber, watching the attack on rrte, knowing I was weak in nximbera, and he could see I had every man engaged. The moment I broke the enemy's line and commenced driving them across the field and into the woods, McPherson left to go to Gen, Smith, who was then hotl-- engaged. He had left but a few moments before I detected the enemy's columns in the v-oods some distance to my right, and between me and Gen. Blair. Gen. Puller wheeled one Brigade to con front them, aid immediately attacked and captured the skirmish line that had killed McPherson, and drove them back quite a distance. On two of the men of the skirmish line cpiptured we fd i d I'cPhersens papers'and glass. Sc. I immediately examined them, and this was the first knowledge I had o his death, or a s I thought at th.e time, of his capture, and I immediately sent my A. A. G. , Capt, Bai'nes 1051 July 1864. to you. I saw that the papers were of importance, remembering one as being from you to him, in which you spoke of a despatch from Grant that Lee could spare 200,000 men,,&c. and that you must never quit, etc. The prisoners taken I hear numbered thirty, they ' might be more, and got I believe tha papers. Up to this time Wengolin's Brigade had not come up, and did not for some time after; they took no part in the fight until very late in the afternoon, and until Giles Smith hadifcafiie back and formed on the extension of iny lifle, as Wengelin when he came up formed on the right of the little creek, which was on my right, and Giles Smith in his last formation had Wengelin on his left and in the attack just at night on the hill, Wengelin his Brigade in so as to endeavor to catch the rel'"j in flank. Also, when the 15th corps was broken on the railroad, it was Mersey's brigade of the 2d division of the 16th Corsps that made the charge eown th railroae to retake the ground. At the same time, that Wood came down to the intenchraents from where you were, Mersey-double quicked it from where I havV been fighting over to the rood, went into line, without halting and charged, losing heavily in the charge, but took a large number of prisoners, and went into the works with Willarason's brigade of Wood's division of hhe 15th A.C, The official reports, I believe, show all this. This is a matter you may now have full knowledge of, but yQur report led some of the officers to think not, and they desired me to write you. 1 did not think it of any great importance, as the 1052 ''."I - ^ July 1864. . ■ report speaks of this thing generally, and cannot be expected to be exact in minutiatd-. It appeared to be the impression of those whc didn't know, that I was caught on the march, and after Gen. Smith had become engaged. But the enemy s attack was first in the re^r irf pbout the centre of the 17th Corps, and hed the 16th not luckily been in the rear, the enemy's attack, would have struck way down the rear of the 17th Corps at fiPsA to its right, as the enmy's line overlapped my left, and I was formed quite a distance to the rear of the 17th, and was at right angles to it. The enemy evidently were holding back with their attack on the left of the 17th Corps, until the attack was commenced on their right. They proba ly did not expect to find a Corps, or any force, where the 16th met them private Diary Mem. 22:- The hardest battle of the campaign was fought today, the 15th 16th and 17th Corps participating. Loss of the 16th was about 900 Gen. McPherson was killed. Gen. Dodge to his wife, 22:- July 22d wii: be an eventful day for the 16th A.C. as well as for the Army of the Tennessee. Hood who has been put in command of Johnson's Army came out of Atlant -, went clear round our left, and the whole rebel army attacked the army of the Te'-i essee", I dis covered it first, rolled in the' 16'th A.C. and whipped Hardee's Corps.- These Divisions fought handsomely." Yod never saw such 1053 July 1864. fighting; it was on open ground. The 17th A.C., and 15th then got in, and Hood was badly whipped, leaving his dead.and wounded on the field. The 16th no doubt saved his army, as Hood had gotten into bur roar and was right on our traijis , when I attacked the Rebels. There is at least 8000 or 9000 dead lying on my front. Gen. McPherson of our Army was killed at the right of my line. Col. Merrill, Lt. Col. Howell, Lt. Col. McDowell, Col. Montgomery, Maj. Campbell, ffic were wounded. My loss in officers was severe,but ■men never fought as. ours did. YJe captured 500 prisoners as well as a large number of rebel wounded, some-eight stands of colors,(5cc, I cannot go into detail. V?e all ino\ij.n -the loss of McPherson; it was a great blow to us. Only think of the little Army of the Tenn, whipping Johnson's or Hood's three crack Corps I They held their entrenchments round Atlanta with milti a., bringing the veterans out to fight us. Lt. Murray lost the battery; it was with the 17th Corps. You never saw such sights as the ground we fought over shows this morning. The rebel dead lie in heaps, and their wound ed strew the ground. Ma;. Gen. Logan is now in command of the army, and Atlanta must soon fall. I am looking for letters from you daily; have got one since you left St. Louis. I have no time to write more today. Gen. Logan's S.P.O.No. 76, Before Atlanta, 23d, 10P.M. VII. Brig. Gen. Morgan L. Smith, commanding 15th Army Corps, till direct Gen. Wood, commanding lat division of his corps, to move 1054 July 1864, Into Decatur at 5 o'clock tomorrow morning, leaving along his works a heavy line of skirmishers. After remaining a while in Decatur,he will return and reoccupy his position. Gen. Smith will also direct detail's of men from Gen. Wood's Division and the pioneers of his command to commence at the extreme front of the line and destroy effectually the railroad to and in cluding Decatur; the ties to be taken up, the raijs placed upon them and bent and twisted while bxxrning so as to prevent any fur- "^ther use of the track. All details of soldiers will be sent armed, prepared for any attack of the enemy. Gen. V/ood will protect as far as possible all details employed in the destruction of the railroad. Should Gen. Dodge be attacked Gen. Wood will fall up'^n the flank of the enemy and punish them. II. Maj, Gen. Dodge will dtrect the skirmishers of his com mand to feel out at daylight tomorrow morning, thus keeping the enemy's cavalry on our left flank, and at the same time securing a diver sion, while all attack is being made on the flank of Gen. Thomas and protecting the return of Gen. Garrard from his Cavalry expedition. The skirmish line will be careful to keep its right flank con nected with Gen, Blair's pickets, and will be cautioned against any attemjit of the enemy to break through to cut them off from the main 1 ine. 1055 July 1864, Gen. Logan's S.F.O.No. 76, Before Atlanta, 23d:- Corps Commanders will immediately send in to these Head Quar ters a report of the casualties in their commands during the battle of yesterday. Also a report of the number of animals, wagons and pieces of artillery lost, and a repor t of the number of prisoners captured. Geo. E. Spencer to Gen. Dc^ge, Rome, Ga., July 23d.(15DR44) I learn from Rebel sources that Rousseau has destroyed 20 ^miles of the Montgomery & West Point R.R. i think this is true. Movements of the Left Wing 16th Army Corps-Marietta- The March to Roswell- Crossing the river. (7DR117);- South Bank of the Chattahoochee, near Roswell, l2th. ^ On the 2d inst., the Army of the Tennessee moved from its po sition on the left, and at the foot of Keneswa Mountain, to the right, w' ere, on the 4th it engaged and drove the enemy near Ruff's Hills from which noint its lines were extended to the Chattahoo chee at Sandtown ferry. Colonel Mercy's brigade of General Sweeney's Division of the 16th corps forming the extreme right of the army, and engaged the enemy across the river at the Sandtown ferry. This was the position on the morning of the 9th inst., at which time the left wing of the 16th corps (which is all of that corps present with the army in Georgia) was ordered to march to Reswell, and at seven A. M* the movement commenced, and the com- g mand took the road toward Marietta, and moving rapidly forward, the 1056 :Ll' July 1864, head of the column reached that place about 5.30 P. M. and encamped for the night near the town; the rear of the command getting into camp about 10 P. M., having marched a distance of fifteen miles, * * .. At four o'clock A.M. on the 10th General Dodge's column was in motion on the direct road to Roswell-- General Sweeny's old 2d division in front , The command marched rapidly forward, and at eleven o'clock A. m, the 9th Illinois mounted infantry--the advance ^uard—reached Roswell, and at twelve M. the infantry column came Up, having marched fourteen miles. The command was halted for an hour to rest, after which it again "got imder way", and narched down to the river, a mile and a half, and began to cross. The river at this loint is about two hundred yards wide and from three to four feet deep, with a rough and stony bottcm; but old soldiers never look askance at such places, so they took to the water, like so many Newfoundland dogs, and in a few hours the two divisions composing General Dodge's command were south of the Chattahoochee. It is an interesting tight at any time to see a column of troops fording a stream, but this was doubly interesting on account of the great hilarity manifested by the men. It was almost im possible to wade across withough falling down once or more, and every time a man fell, a fresh strain of laughter was sent forth by his comrades, any of whom were likely to meet with the same 1057 July 1864. mishap at any moment. The band of the 1st brigade, 4th division, upon entering the stream struck up a lively air, and kept it up until they had crossROSY/ELL: Is an unimportant and unpretending little town situated near the river. It has a few fine houses and a great many smaller ones, occupied formerly by the families of per sons who worked in the factories, of which there were three, which were burned, thus leaving about six hundred women without emplojrment, most of whom have been sent back to Marietta and Big Shanty, and some perhaps further north. At Marietta a number of them are employed in a hospital department. General Dodge himself contrib uting one hundred dollars to pay for their services in the hospi tal of the 16th corps, showing his care and solicitude in behalf of his troops and his troops return him for his kindness their re spect and devotion, which is manifested upon every face at his ap proach. He moves among them the centre of attraction and the guiding star of their admiration. All honor to Major General G. M. Dodge.' Correspondence of the Cincinnati Gazette, near Atlanta, 23d. (7DR101):- The battle of the 22d: Again have the great armies met, testing their strength arid displayed a valor seldomwitnessed on the proudest battle fields. A splendid plan of the enemy to destroy the Union Army has been fmistrated by the help of God, the sagaci ty of our Gdaerals and the bravery of our troops, I speak advised1058 July 1864. ly in attributing the result to these three agencies, as the read er will see by following these lines. To gain a clearer view of the position let us go back to the TWENTY-FIRST INSTANT, On that day an advance of the twenty-fchird corps, joined by the fifteenth and seventeenth corps, advanced in line, until the position gained was little more than two miles from the city. General Blair found an important position in his front, called Bald Hill, an eminence to the south of the railroad, which he deemed necessary to occupy. He charged the position and took it, though with a loss of seven hundred. From this the main works and build ings of Atlanta could be plainly seen. At night on that day, the Army of the Tennessee was intrenched in line running nearly south, facing west, and reaching from Sehofield's loft, a half mile north of the railroad, to a point nearly or quite two miles south of the railroad, in the following order: lethe Corps on the right, 15th in the centre and 17th on the left. The line at the extreme left was thrown well back to guard the flank. A STRANGE MOVEMENT. At dark on the 21st the rebdls were busy building works in our front. At daylihgt on the 22d, the pickets discovered them evacuated, and the rebels all within their main line. Our skirmish line was at once advanced, and prepara tions made to have the whole i±ne advance to the line thrown up by the rebels, Schofield's corps moved up first and began to reverse 1059 July 1864. the works. The movement was carried on toward the left. The 15th corps joined to the 23d, while the 16th was ordered to the extreme left. Various opinions were entertained as to the mean ing of this backward ovement on the part of the enemy. Could it mean the evacuation of the city? That was the concurrent testi mony of scouts and deserters. Or could they be going to try the virtues of a siege? That was the earnest wish of every Union soldier. THE LINE ADVANCING. Early in the day Schofield and Logan had eeversed the rebel works in their front and advanced their main line within three-quarters of a mile of the main defenses of At lanta. Blair had sent out working parties to complete the works in his front, while Dodge, who was to take position on Blair's left, after he got into position, was busy reconnoitering his po sition. AN UNV7ELC0ME SALUTE. From the position assigned to General Dodge the Court House and other buildings of the city could plain ly be seen, scarcely a mile distant, while the frowning forts loomed up much nearer, and unpleasantly ferocious in appearance. While the General waa cooly surveying one of these works from the nearest picket post, and endeavoring to ascertain their strength and armament, a cloud of white smoke arose from one of the embra sures, and a screaming shell came flying at the little party gathered around him, and buried itself in the ground not twenty 1060 July 1864. feet before him without bursting. The General and party with drew, though not without receiving several more compliments of the same sort fortunately without injury. A GOD-SEND. This was about twelve o'clock. General Blair's troops were not yet in position, and with the exception of strong working parties were occupying the line made the previous day. General Fuller, with Colonel Merrill's brigade (1st Brigade, 4th division, 16th A.C. ) was in reserve in rear of General Giles A. Smith 's division--the left of Blair's Corps. General Sweeney's division had been ordered up, and had halted for orders in the rr;ar of General Fuller, It was this accidental position of the 16th corps at this particular hour, which proved a godsend to the Union army, which, in fact, saved it from serious disaster. Just at this time, too. General Dodge returned from the skirmish line, and while seated at dinner with General Fuller, w as first apprised of the presence of the enemy in unknown force along our left flank. He immediately gave orders to General Sweeny to put his division in position to protect the flank and rear; and, rising from hia: half-finished dinner, he rode at once to the position. THE DENOUEMENT. The mystery of the falling bac k into the main works by the rebels in the morning was soon solved, A full corps (Harde«'a> had made the circuit of our left flank, and were about to attack us in the rear, ^at if Sweeny had been else where? Who can tell what might have been the result? 1061 B* .. f ^ '• •■'V July 1864. THE LINE FORMED. In a short space of time General Sweeny's line was formed. Colonel Rice's Brigade faced to the rear, eastwardly, and Colonel Mersy's fronting south; the 14th Ohio battery at the angle of the two lines, and TVelker's battery (1st Mo. H.) in the centre of Rice's Brigade. Finding from the skirmish firing that this line was too short. General Dodge first ordered out one regiment from General Fuller's division , and then thd whole bri gade (Morrall's) to be formed on the right of Colone Mersey. The remainder of General Fuller's division had been sent to Decatur on the 21st, to guard the wagon trains. A'^TACK ON SWEENY. General Fuller.'s brigade was hardly' in position- when the few skirmishers of the 17th corps who had been in front were driven in, and close after theqi, at the edge of the woods, not three hundred yards distant, appeared the main rebel line. General Dodge at this time was at the 14th Ohio battery, and ordered it to open on them. In a mj>ment the shell was flying with deadly certainty in the rebel ranks. It stopped for a moment, then steadied itself for a blow, and came forward. The quick eye of General Dodge at once saw that the line was all too long for his three brigades, and if it was not checked and driven back, would turn his left and work untold mischief. Riding amid the storm of bullets to the commander of the 81st Ohio regiment, Lt. Col. Adams, ho directed him to charge with regiment. Passing on to the next regiment, (12th Illinois) he gave the same order to Lt.Ccl Van Sellar. 1062 July 1864. Inspired by the presence and bravery of their coramanding General, these two regiments moved out with a shout, and coming around the point of a ridge unexpectedly on the rebel forc^, slaughtered them terribly, and captured a large number of prisoners, with two stands of colors. Never sincothe battle of Corinth have I witnessed a grander battle scene than was here at this charge. The "banner of beauty end glory" is never half so beautiful as when borne by brave hearted men through the battle smoke of an advance on the enemy. Lieutenant Laird's and Captain V.'elker's batteries poured ceaseless volleys into the ranks now plain before them in the open fields, and in the woods beyond. Meanwhile, Colonel Merrill's impetuous brigade, on the right, charged and drove the enemy before it to the edge of the timber. In this position it was without support on the ri^.t, and was com pelled to fall back--a most hazardous movement, yet by no means demoralizin, rs the line was prom fly refor:ed at its original position, and again started to drive the rebels back. Once more this gallant brigade crossed that bloddy field, and once more it was compelled to fall back under a galling fire; but, never des pairing, the weakened line bravely rallied the second time and held its position. Severely it suffered in these movements. Colonel Morril] , its commander, was severely wotuided in two places. Lieutenant-colonel Churchill, of th 27th Ohio, received a ball on 1063 7^ July 1864. the lower metal button of his vest, disabling him for a time Early in the engagement. General Dodge had sent to General Giles A. Smith to notify him of the situation in his rear, his 'being the left division on the line, and to ask him to throv;his resefve at right angle with his line. He had no reservesi The enemy soon pressed on his flank and rear, and compelled him to bend back. Soon this became impracticable, and his men attacked in r^ar jumped over their works and fought in reverse. Hardly Sid they repulse an attack of this kind until their new rear would be attacked, and again they would have to change sides of the works. In this way portions of General Smith's division changed six tines. Of course all this was not done without loss, • portions of two regiments were cut off, and some two hundred of them captured. Here tor Murray's battery, 2d U.S.A , temporarily detached from the 16th corps, was captured. It had been ordered back to Gt neral Puller at the beginning of the action, and while on the way was cut off and the pieces captured. Over one hundred ofthe men have since reported. Lieutenant Murray was captured, GENERAL MCPHERSON KILLED, This event which will cast a gloom over the whole country occurred about this time, in front (late rear) of General G, A, Smith's division. At the beginning of the battle with General Dodge, General McPherson had visited him, and having looked at the ground, and dispatched every on of hi« staff on various errands, said he would go and see the left. 1064 July 1864. Away he gallped alone; plunged into the timber, where he met the rebel line of battle. Too cowardly to respect the bravery of such an officer, the rebels fired a volley at the General, His horse plunged aside, the lifeless rider fell to earth, and the •^rmy of the Tennessee was without a leader. Oh.* why is the fate of war so cruel? Why washe, the pride of the army and the nation vut down? McPherson- the humblest soldier in all his army had learned to know him and to love him; the highest officer in his command coveted his companionship. Genial without familiarity, dignified without stiff formality, he maintianed the profoundegt respect and won the warmest admiration of all. GENERAL LOGM ASSUMES COMMAND. It was a dark hour when a Staff officer dashed up to General Logan and v/hispered to him the Bad tidings; for it was thought bdxt to not let the army, know, so early in the action, such bad news. The designs and strength of the enemy were not yet developed. Precisely where to look for a blow no one knew. Ihe I6th cor ps had repulsed the attack on its position and had bravely held its ground. The 17th was being f pushed in, though fighting with the stubbornness of veterans, as they were. General Logan's first order was to send a division on General Do-ige's left to guard against a rear attack. This was taken from thd 23d corps, and the 15th corps had to lengthen out to fill the space. CENTER BROKEN. The force came on Morgan L. Smith's division. 1065 July 1864. and after one of the severest battles of the camr^aign they drove back his division, capturing the artillery, among v/hich was the famous De Ores battery. A geniime artillerist is always as tender of his guns as he would be of his children, and it is said that Captain De Gras wept at the loss of his guns, THE CENTER RE-ESTABLISHED. General Logan repaired in person to General Dodge to get assistance in retaking the line and the guns. Ganeral Dodge sent up Colonel Mersey's Brigade. It had already fought a severe battle, and endured the fatigue of a day's watchfulness, but at the sound of danger it moved off without a word. Arriving on the ground, the brigade went in with a yell, deploying as it went up, Co pany officers vied with each other in being first to reach the works held by the enemy. The line was triumphantly carried, and with it a large number of prisoners. It was Hood's corps which had made' the assault there, RESULTS. The loss of the 16th corps will probably reach 1,000, The 17th lost 1,500, while the 15th did not lose more thfm 500, making a total of 3,000, Judging from the front of the 16th corps, the rebels lost at least twice as heavily as we. They left their dead and wounded in our hands everywhere except where the 17th corps yielded. Hardee's corps made a desperate effort to gain our rear, but fortunately was met by the indefatigable com mander of the 16th corps and was hurled back. Only with the left of the 17th corps, which was cut off before it could maneuverj did 1066 July 1864. he gain any success. Hood tried to break our center, partially succeeded with heavy loss, but was by the timely arrival of Col onel Mersey's brigade driven back with greater loss. Altogether, the splendid achievements which v/ere expected to be accomplished utterly failed. COLONEL SPRAGUE'S DEFENSE OF DECATUR. A part of the plan consisted in sending "iVheeler's cavalry to destroy the trains in oijr rear. The only guard we had for these was three regiments of Colonel Sprague's brigade, posted in Decatur, Of his severe en gagement, and successful defense of our trains, too much cannot be siad in praise. His loss was over two hundred, yet all unaided he withstood the onset of two divisions of Wheeler's cavalry, and saved our trains. CASUALTIES. I send you accxirate lists of killed and wounded of some of the regiments of the 16th corps. (Necessarily deferred until tomorrow's issue.-Eds.Gaz.) General Fbr ce and Colonel Fry (20th Ohio) of the 17th Corps were wounded. Lieutenant Colonel Brown, 63d Ohio was wounded. The A(jju tant of the regiment and Ca t ain Thorn were killed. Colonel Mersey in going into position to retake the line of the ISthcorps was slightly wounded by the fall of his favorite horse, which was shot. Lieutenant Colonel Howard, 2d Iowa, was painfully wounded. 1067 July 1864 Major Campbell, 66th Illinois, was serii^usly 'ounded. Lieutenant W. H. Peters, 66th Indiana, and Captain Heaton, 2d Iowa were wounded. A truce for burying the dead was had today, during which the rebel officers reported that General Hardee is missing. V/e have not captured him unless he is disguised. Correspondence of the Cincinnati Gazette, Two miles east of Atlanta, July 22d, 1864, Army before Atlanta, July 2lst, (17DR104):- The sanguinary assault by the rebels upon our right wing, on the 20th, so shattered and disorganized their regiments that they made no further offensive demonstrations during the 21st, Our own army, also, on the right wing, had escaped disaster at such cost that it was little disposed to advance, even if it had possess ed the requisite strength; theywere sufficiently rejoiced to see the rebel columns, beaten and broken, falling back before them. On the 21st, however, they advanced their line l/2 mile or so, and occupied the crest of the slope which descends into the valley of Peach Tree Creek, and, throwing up strn^g works of defense, re mained quiet during the day. They reported to us of the center and left, certain- movements of the enemy during the day, southward through Atlanta toward our left, which betokened another storm, 1068 li^Vl July 1864. It was not difficult to see that the rebels goaded into a desperate energy by their continued retreats and sp\irred on by the fiery words 6f their new leader, Hood, were forging another bolt to be hurled against us. LEFT /iND CENTRE, The 23d Corps, constituting the centre, having strongly intrenched their works .the night before remained quiet during the 21st, though preparations were being made to open upon the rebels whenthe time came for united action of the whole army, with all the batteries that the ground would allow to be gotten into position. Prompt and daring as usual, the Signal Corps had established a station of observation in the top of a tall tree, half a mile from the enemy, from which thoy could look down into Atlanta, two miles distant, with ease. T o try an experiment, one of the pieces of CockriU's bat tery, a three inch Rodman gun, was brought near the tree, and Lt. Reynolds took his station in the tree witha glass to direct the "Tinners In their aim. The piece was heavily charged, and the first shell is supposed to have gone high abbve the city, and faully a mile beyond it. The second was sent lower, and passed within ear-shot of the populace, as a slight commotion could be observed among the crowds on the house-tops. The third was di rected much lower, and wrought a decided moral effect at least, and it cleared the tops of the houses of the Atlantians, in a remarkably short space of time. General McPherson's cannon also 1069 m July 1864. were able to throw shells into the city, as they were planted even closer that those of the 2d corps. ADVANCE OF THE 17th CORPS: General Blair had pushed forward his corps during the day so as to bring them sharply in conflict with the enemy, causing pretty severe loss" in wounded and captured. I Oave not been able to obtain full particulars of their movements, but it appears to have been made rather independently of the rest pjf the army, and have entailed a loss disproportif^nate to the game. The division of General Giles A, Smith was thruS'OUt so that it occupied three sides of a square, and in advance of its suppprts on thw left and right. In doing so, it encountered strong ppposition, but maintained all the ground it had occupied and threww up lines-of breastworks,. JUly 22d: 2,25 A. M. It is a splendidly bright moonlight night, such as enablesone to almost to re ad, and all about camp, and along the whole battle line there is a silence contrasting . stragnely with the incessant rattle of musketry vhifh lulled us to sle^. What doe* it mean? "Guard, I say, how goes the night? Have the rebels fallen back from Atlanta? Where's all the noise we heard last evening?" THE REBELS ASSULIE A NE?/ LINE: Morning showed the rebels had withdrawn from the main line of fortifications at which they had first brought us to a halt, about 2 l/2 miles from. Atlanta. 1070 July 1864. and had retired to another, which was about a mile and a half nearer the city. This they had done all along the line from the extreme righ't' of General Thomas to the left of General Mc^'herson, shortening their- front, of cuurse, and enabling us to shorten our own. As developed by the subsequent startling movements and events of the day, their reason for their move was obvious, and was the dictate of a daring and resolute mind, such as now appears to be at the head of the rebel armies, and drew us on after them into a pursirit which came near proving unfortunate. It seems to m^e to be simply this: They designed, by thus shortening their lines and relieving some portions of their army from th4ir left, to push the relieved corps rapidly and desperately against our left wing, early in the forenoon, before our marching colvimn had come in proxim.ity to the rebel works, and were deployed and had thrown up defenses. They could rely upon our following them up closely as soon as we had discovered they had fa len back; and, even if we did so with the men fully deployed in line of battle, they hoped to strike us before any works could be put in our front to break the assault. That this was their design appears from the testimony of a rebel colonel, who was captured in the assault, and said that the orders delivered to them were to assault our lines early in the morning. Fortunately for us, certain delays which took place in lO^fl July 1864. their march postponed the attack till near 13^ 11 o'clock , at which time our men had moved forward so as to come in si'ght of the new rebel works, had deployed, and partially, and in some places wholly completed their '.ntrenchments. THE POSITION: The Army of the Tennessee advanced along the main Decatur Road in a direction nearly west and parallel to the railroad, with the 16th corps on the right, next the 23d, the 15th on both sides of the railroad, and the 17th south of it, its ex treme left being about two miles below it. The 23d moved along a branch of the Bucktown road, which enters Atlanta in a south west direction, and, in consequence of the convergence of these two roads, the 16th corns was early crowded out and thrown in re serve, in which posit on it was when the assault took place. The 4th corps moved nearly paralle3 with the 23d, but no portion of the assault was directed against it. ASSAULT ON THE EXTREME LEFT: The rebel force- which struck this portion of the line was the corps commanded by Hardee, and evidently expected to find in opposition only a thin line, if it did not count on having gone so far around as to come in altogether below. I am inclined to the latter opinion. About 11 o'clock they debouched from the woods into an ope' field, in whch a good part of the works of the 17th corps were coiistructdd, along a ridge called L^gget's Bald Knob, and rushed upon us with the utmost fierceness, according to their usual manner. The 3d division. 1072 '.WA July 1864. General Leggett, was on the left of the corps, and that conraanded by General Giles A. Smith, occupied the right, holding, as I have said, the gneral position of thr"e sides of a hollow square, thou'-h, of course, thqre were many deviations and breaks from so . exact a figure, . . The men received the onset with steadiness, delivering their first fire with all possible rapiditj'j but the overpowering nximbers of the enemy, massed, as usual, in many lines, bore down all opposition at first; "and breaking over the works, they drove our • men back, some many rods, and some less, and appeared likely to I crush and scatter them in hopeless confjusion and ruin, despite the obstinate valor of the troops and their almost superhuman efforts. The prospect was gloomy indeed, and dismay sat upon every counte nance save those of the brave men who contended in the ranlcs now, if ever, for the very existence of the Army of the Tennessee, If they were utterly broken and scattered, then there was little hope for the rest of the gallant army, flanked as it would be, and right well did they know it. In the rear 1500 or 2000 ponderous supply wagons and ambu lances were greatly endangered, and came streaming back in rear of the 15th corps (which t411 then was a safe refuge) and extended over far along behind the 23d, crowding and jamming in the narrow ^ roads in the woods, in the greatest confusion and consternation. A courier arrived at Corps Head quarters in hot haste, summoning 1075 July 1864, every man who had a gun or could get one, to mount his horse and come to the fight. Every one bestirred himselfj the escort and the provost guard saddled, mounted and were off to the scene of peril and did such service as they were able. It was an evil hour for the 17th corps, and they were rapidly approaching that point where the endurance of the bravest had reached its limit. SUCCOR ARRIVES, At this critical moment the 4th division of the 16th corps, and one brigade. Col. Merrill's, of the second (the other was at Decatur) arrived on the left wing, and stayed the tide of the rebel onsets Col, Mo rill's brigade had come up a few minutes before the attack commenced, and constructed very slight works somewhat in the rear of the line of the 16th corps; but as soon as the latter began to be pushed back they at onc§ leaped- over their works, and, together with the 4th division, which was then just arriving, rushed boldly into the open field, and met the enemy face to face. They held their ground firmly, and when the rebels at last- fell back, carried off their Wounded behind their breast works. The 17th, thus timely reinforceod hastily threw up a slight line in rear of their old one, and held it throughout. All this was transpiring on the left of the corps. It is extremely difficult to give a connected anrrative of the various turns of fortune thro\igh the whole corps, so great 1074 July 1864. was the confusion and disorganization caused by the partial success of the attempt to flank them. The ground was uneven, and sharply furrowed by gulleys, with bushes growing thick along the bottoraof them, and shreds and patches of breastworks dotted and streal<ed the grotmd in almost every direction. The terrible and confused character of the strife, may be con ceived when it is related that the Iov;a Brigade of Gen. Smith's' division fought successvie times during the trwo dreadful hours of the battle on both sides of the works. They would fire upon the rebels in front of them until they were somewhat repulsed, and by this time they would be attacked by another party, or a part of the same, in their rear, and, facing about, would pour into their an tagonists a fire from the other side I myself visited the scene of this dreadful struggle the morning afterward, and received a confirmation of the almost incredible story by seeing the Rebel corpses lying plentifully about on both' sides of the breastworks mingled with those of our own men DEATH OF GENERAL McPHERSON. About noon the General rode along the front Just on the left of the 17th CorpBS and made some inquiries as to the progress which the 16th Corps w as" making firrther to the left. Not being satisfied, he rode forward to ascertain for himself. He was accompanied by only two of his staff, and a por tion of his escort. A fatal impulse carried him into a gap of several hundred Jjtards between the 17th and 16th, and of which both 1075 July 1864. he and his staff were entirely ignorant, and advancing to the top of a ridge, with his staff somev/hat in the rear, he was suddenly confronted by a party of rebels who rose from ambush, and calling on him to halt, at the same time fired a volley which injured none but himself. A ball pierced his right breast, and severing it is supposed, a large blood vessel above the heart, caused instant death from suffocation by the discharge of blood about the Itings. The rebels succeeded in robbing his person of a portion of the money he carried with him and. his gold watch, though a valuable diamong ring was left on his fihger. A party was soon formed which charged on the rebels andbrought off his body, A sergeant of his escort, a mere boy, displayed great bravery in the rescue, and received a severe wound while carrying him away. The body was placed in an ambulance and slowly conveyed along the rear of the lines to the house where Gen. Sherman, Gen, Schofield and their staffs were, while the General commanding, with head reverently \ancovered, took a last look at him who had been so conspicuous among hi" counselors, and upon whom he had leaned as the right arm of his strength. It w as a sad hour for the Army of the Tennesseeand for the whole army, LOSSES: It is quite impossible at this time to arrive at accurate estimates of the loss in killed, wounded and ca^vurod, because it is so early after the engagement when there are yet mrny men whose wounds are not dressed and many even unsheltered by 1076 July 1864. tents. Men were carried to such places as could he found, such as were safest; no distinction between divisions and brigades could be preserved in getting them into hoppitals, ra any of the dead were yet unburied, and some not even brought away from under the fire of the rebels, and many are missing who may yet report themselves to their regiments. All was done for the wounded that could be; the surgeons worked at the tables all night, but in some hospitals the morning saw thein tabk little more than half completed. The 11th Iowa, belonging to the Iowa Brigade, which fought so obstinately on both sides of their works, are reported to have lost about two hundred men, killed, wounded and missing. The 64th Illinois lost one hundred and fifty-three Still it must be re membered that these nximbers may be much reduced by the appearance of missing men. ASSAULT ON THE 15th CORPS, After the violence of the shock upon the 17th had passed by, and the enemy were repulsed, and a degree of quiet again restored upon the left,the enemy moved a second time for an assault upon our left, this time directing it U]^n the center of the 15th corps, and eventually on the left of the 23d, About 4 in the afternaon, Cheatham's corps (Hood's old corns) advanced above the railroad with great rapidity, and charged upon our line with the same impetuosity that they had on the i7th. Written words can scarcely depict the incredible audaaity and the seeming total recklessness of life v.hich characterize the rebel 1077 July 1864. charges of this campaign. Here also, as ih the 17th, the men had not been halted a sufficient length of time to complete perfectly their fortifications, as they had been engaged a good part of the day in feeling for the rebel position and strength. The 15th Corps lay extending across the railroad. Gen. Wood's division on the right Gen. M. L. 'taith's in the center and on the railroad, and Gen. Harrow's on the left. Where the line crossed the railroad, th'ere was a deep cut, which was left open and uncovered by any cross fire and right here was a mistake, and one which cost us much mis chief. Two rebel regiments"dashed right up this gorge below the range of our musketry, and passing to the rear, separated, one regiment scaling the bank to the left and the other to the right. They poured a destructive fire directly on the flanks of the regiments next the road, which, of course, threw them into confusion ar.d caused the rapidly to fall back. Over the breastworks thus cleared, other regiments speedily rushed, and forming a solid col umn, charged along theinside of our works, literally rooting out our men from their trenches, thinking, no doubt, that when they had once dislodged them from their works they would make no further stand. The 2d division, the center of the corps, had been weak ened by detaching half of Col. Martin's brigade to the assistance of the 16th on the left, and was consequently wbcEllly didLodge from the position. Falling back a short dirtance into the woods, they 1078 2 ^ . July 1864. halted, reformed, and began to deliver upon the rebels, who rushed on apparaently regardless of them until they reached the 1st Divi sion, which occupied the right. This division immediately swung around its left, and secured a cross-fire upon the head of the rebel column, and at the same time the 2d division, now fully reformed in the woods, and strengthened by the return of the detached brigade,vhich had come a mile at the double-quick in a broiling sun, charged upon their flank and drove them quickly over the works in confus ion. Just as the rebels, while charging along the works had reached the 1st division, they came out'in full view in an open field, on a ridge which eonftonted another about half a mile distant, on which rested the left of the 23d. Immediately four pieces of Cockrill's Bat tery, one section of the 2d Missouri, two 2- pounder Parrotts, and two 12-pounder Napoleons of Capt. Frolick's battery were put in position and poured into the rebels a terrific enfilading fire of shells at short range. The effect was admirable. The rebels were scattered in the utmost confusion. The charge upon their flank coming about the same time, put them utterly to rout. COMICAL MAN TRAP. Between the two ridges of which I have just spoken, there intervenes a slight hollow, and down obliquely along the side of the one on which the rebels had appeared, our forces had constructed a line of works, from which they had just swung around in order to meet ^he advance of the rebels. Return— 1079 July 1864, Ing to it as the rebels were driven back by the shells, they en joyed the sight of their discomfiture in safety. But as the reb els ran back, they soon came under cover of a strip of woods run ning along the ridge, and going around some distance, to the rear, they emerged at another point, and being half concealed by the tre mendous smoke of the batteries, rushed down to the works, thinking to lie under their cover and pick off our gunners, V/hat was their surprise on arriving at the works, to find our boys lying thick along the other sidei They had lain down out of sight to draw the rebels on. Of course, the latter could not run away, as they were exposed both to the shells and a fire in the rear from the in fantry, Our boys then reached over the works at their leisure, and laying hold of the rebels by the collars, hauled them over as prisoners of war, BELOW THE RAILROAD. The rebel regiment which clambered out of the cut on the south side of the railroad, did not prove so comoletely an entering wedge to clear our men from their works as its companion. That part of the 2d division, however, and two brigades oT the 4t]i divisi n, were driven back from there twice, and twice they rallied and repulsed the rebels and held their ground. It was a desperate struggle, a struggle for life; the men fought over the works hand to hand, with bayonet and with breech, with a determination which knew no yfielding. Suchwas the spirit, in fact, with which they fought everywhere, and such 1080 July 1864. fighting alone it was which saved the 17th Corps from being crushed and the 15th from being hopelessly broken asunder, and bringing irretrievable disaster upon the entire center and left of the army. BATTERIES LOST AND RETAKEIJ. In a terrific charge upon the 2d Regular Battery nearly every horse was shot, and all the pieces taken for the moment. The men, however, rendered it impossible for the rebels to draw them off- by a rapid fire from the sharp shooters, and charging in turn, they v.ere all retaken. Battery A, 1st Illinois Artillery, was at the railroad—two pieces below it and four above--and all were captured when the. rebels charged over the bank upon them. The two below the railroad were retaken, but the remaining four were dragged out through a roadway and con veyed away to the rebel lines before our columns could reform. Battery H., 1st Illinois, commanded by Capt. De Ores, 2e-pound Parrotts, were all taken and retaken. The Captain, though a mere beardless boy, clung to his guns to the last extremity, emptying % the contents of his revolver upon the rebels, and only leaving them after he had assited in spiking them with his own hand. All his horses were shot, one whole team, consisting of eight, falling in thdir traces, just as they had stood in line; and as the Captain looked upon the wreck and slaughter of his battery, he wept like a child. He had made the rebels pay a dear price for their brief possession, ar one of the guns was burst by feeing charged with three loads oitt canister. As soon as he returned. 1081 July ]864. and could rnspike the guns, he gave the rebels a parting salute, which they v;culd, no doubt, have been most willing to omit. CAPTURES.' The 17th Corps captured three stands of colors, the 16th fourj the 13th Iowa captured the colors of the 45th Ala bama, the 81st Ohio brought off another and the 39th Ohio a third. The number of prisoners taken I should estimate at about 1,000 the 15th corps captured two regiments entirely, aid the 16th and 17th captureod about'450 more. Among these were Colonel Hardee, from which-there straightway sprung a rumor that General Hardee was mor tally wounded and had fallen into our hands, some even being pre pared to say that they had seen his body in orie of our hospitals, or, at least, had seen those who had. A Major and several other officers were also taken, FIGHT AT DECATUR^ While the attack was raging so furiously on the left, the Rebels had dispatched a strong body of men by a wide circuit to surprise and attempt to retake the village of Decatur. This post was held by the 63d Ohio, 35th New Jersey, and 25th Wisconsin, a btigade of the 16th corps, and appears to have been attacked by twice its own number. Having taken the precaution to station men along the Decatur road, to prevent re-enforce ments from being sent out from the main army, the rebels assailed the town with great fury and carried it. Our forces were driven entirely out into the woods, but they speedily reformed and charged in turn, dispossessed the rebels after a hard fight, in which 1082 July 1864. they lost about 300 men, and held the place against all opposition. Bhere was some artillery employed on both sides, but how much or what sort I cannot learn. Lieut, Col. Brown of the 63d Ohio was mortally wounded, and Adjutant Farr killed. The post could not have been considered as of any particular value to the rebels, except as a point for rendeavous, for small parties to sally out upon our trains. The design of creating a diversion in our rear, - no doubt formed a principal reason for the "attack,' Prom Gen, Leggett's paper. Army of the Tenn,, July 22d,1864. Pages 484-487 About ten o'clock in the morning of the 22d, I received word that our corps hospital, about two miles at the rear, was being menaced by confederate cavalry, and I directed General Scott to send Colonel Wells with the 68th Ohio to protect it. About the ' ""l same time. Captain Peter Hitchcock, Quarter Master of my Second '"v Brigade, sent word that the enemy had just captured a man standing picket only a short distance in rear of General Smith's left, I started to confer with General Smith on these matters, but before reaching him, skirmish firing was heard in the rear, and I returned to the hill fra)m which I could see the CSth Ohio deployed, and firing at an-enemy, not visible at my standpoint. General Fuller quickly took in the position, faced his regiment to the rear, and double-quicked back on to the ridge behind where he had been lying. The 68th Ohio was moving slowly towards us but kept up a constant fired toward their left. The other division of the 16th corps was moving by the right 1083 July 1864. fl-ank toward Fuller's Division, but had not closed up to it. ColC onel Alexander, of General Blair's staff, at this point, joined Colonel Vlells^, and urged that he press the enemy hard to hold them back until.the 16th corps .was closed up. Just as the two divisions of the 16th corps had come together, the enem:'- in double line came out of the dense forest in their front. General Fuller by good luck had parked his artillery in exactly the right place. and it was very efficient. Both divisions of the 16th corps im mediately became hotly engaged The enemy were evidently greatly surprised at finding such a force in that position, and were easily repulsed, and fell badk into the woods in a southeasterly direction just at this time, I espied General McPherson upon the high ground in the immediate rear of General Fuller's command, and wont Captain John B. Raymond, of my staff, to enquire of General Mc Pherson the expediency of having General Giles A. Smith and myself change our line so as to face south, and at the same time I sent Captain George W. Porter to ascertain whether or not the left of General Smith, and the right of General Fuller were sufficiently near together to antagonize any force seeking entrance there. The enemy in front of the 16th corps rallied in the woods, and then knawing what they had to meet, renewed their attack with in creased vigor and bitterness; but the 16th. corps had also had time to dress its lines, and.prepare for this second assault, and 1084 ■r.'i'. July 1864 met it splendidly. The conflict continued for some time, with no appearance on either side of any disposition to yield the ground, when the enemy gave way, and fell hack in confusion, followed by the 16th corps. The attack was not again renewed from that di rection. This flanking force of the enemy was Hardee's Corps, consisting of four divisions, commanded by Generals Bate, Walker, Cleburne, and Maney respectively. Bate and Walker were on the ri^t of Hardee's infantry, and Cleburne and Maney on his left, while Wheeler's Cavalry was on his extreme right. The first at tack upon the 16t .. was by Bate's, and part of Walker's divisions, while the second was by the whole of these two divisions. These conflicts between Fuller's and Sweeney's divisions of General Dodge's 16th.Corps, and Bate's and Walker's divisions of Hardee's Corps, were among the few engagements of the War of the Rebellion, where the opposing forces met in the open field, with no works to protect or shield either side. In Hardee's movements upon our left, it was his design to have his right reach to the right of our 15th Corps and assualt it, while hiw left should reach to the left of our 17th Corps, hence, he swung his right more rapidly forward than he did his left, and Bate and WSilkor stinick the 16th corps before his left reached the left of the 17th. The second assault, however, was simulataneous with the attack upon General Giles A. Smith's division, which was the loft of the 17th corps. 1085 July 1864. To understand the disadvantageous position of Smith's line at this time , it must be remembered that my line was on the McDonough road, running nearly north and south, and facing almost due west; while Smith's line was refused so as to guard agaipst an assault upon our left flank, and consequently his line ran in a southeast erly direction. Hardee was seeking to strike us directly in the rear, and not in the flank, hence, as before stated, was more "rapidly advancing his right, so he was marching in a northwesterly direction, the general direction of his line being northeast and southwest. Smith's line therefore was almost exactly perpendic ular to Hardee's line of battle, so that the enemy struck it squarely on the flank, enveloped Smith's left regiment, and cap tured it before Smith could so change the front of the balance .of this division as to resist and check Hardee*s advance. In change of front. General Smith was obliged to uncover two pieces of art illery belonging to an Illinois battery, and there was also cap tured. He succeeded, however, in repulsing the enemy's attack after a most desperate encounter of c©nsiderable duration. In repulsing the Divisions of Bate and Balker, the 16th Corps had '80 advanced in following up the enemy as to materially widen the gap between Puller's right and Smith's left, so that much of General Clobume's command passed unmolested between the divisions, and quickl: appeared directly in the rear of the third division. My division, the third, was occupying the works it took from Gen eral Cleburne the morning of the day before and Cleburne was now i086 July 1864. assaulting us from the same direction, and over the same ground .we assaulted him. From the assertion made by the prisoners we captured from him, that it was "the first time Pat. Cleburne's Div ision was ever routed;" and Cleburne's rport to Hardee that his fight with us on the 21st was "the bitterest of his life" we may easily imagine the spirit that inspired him and his men, when they came upon us with their demoniac yells, so characteristic of Pat. Cleburnels Texans. Our men immediately leaped their works, put ting their backs towards Atlanta, and for vindictive desperation, this encounter was probaly never exceeded. When this assault was commenced, I was at the left of my line with General Smith, but immediately rode to the hill occupied by General Force. The attack was finally repulsed, leaving many prisoners in our hands. Cleburn's troops were but just driven badlc to the strip • of woods at ^he foot of the hill, when General Cheatham's Corps advanced upon us from toward Atlanta. This assault covered both my front and General Smith's, and other Confederate troops at the same time struck the 15th Corps to. our right. As soon as the first attack was made on the 16th corps, we anticipate d a co-operating attack from Atlanta, and I sent Colonel Munoon, of my staff, to take charge of the skirmish line, and re tard as much as possible any assault from that direction. Colonel Munson^ probably, had no superior in ability to handle a skirmish line. A skirmish lineunder his control was equal to a line of 1087 July 1864. battle in the hands of some others. He had a quick eye, excellent judgment, and that kind of fearless courage that gave him staying qualities, and a personal magnetism that inspired his men to stay with him. On this occasion he made his skirmishers fight so des perately as to retard Cheatham's advance, and thereby prevent his effective oc-operation with Cleburne. Cheatham finally struck savagely, and found our men again upon the right side of their works, facing Atlanta, where a sanguinary struggle ensued. The enemy began to waver whdn our men leaped the works, and forced them rapidly back at the point of the bayonet Near the right Of my division, my Chief of Artillery, Captain Williams,' had placed two pieces of the McAllister battery of 24 lb. howitzers. The battery did magnificent service during the whole day. Extract from Signal Officer J. M. McClinfcock's report, dated at East Point, Sept. 8, 1894. "As our Army was on the move, nothing of importance was done until our arrival before Atlanta. On the 22d, while the 16th Corps was moving to its position on the left, I sent Lieuts.. Shorfy and Shellabarger to the front and left of the 17th corps, for the purpose of taking observations, about the time the fight commenced, and as no signal duty could be done, I remained with the General commanding, carrying dispatches, orders, Ac. as required. Lieut. Sferery after passing along the linos to our right, started on his way back to the 16th corps, he meeting General McPherson on the 1088 July 1864. road with very few attendants, turned and followed him. At this time, there was a large gap between the 16th and 17th corps, through v'hicfh the enemy were attempting to pass, and for the pur pose of arranging troops to cover this open space, the General had come to this point. He was proceeding, seemingly unaware of his danger, into this place in which the rebels were now rabidly ad vancing, when he was warned by Lieut, Sherfy that the enemy held the woods and of his dangerous position. Still he moved on, and Lieut, Sheirfy followed. They had proceeded but a short distance in the woods, when the command "halt" was giv-n by the rebels. Not heeding it, they wheeled their horses to escape when a heavy vol ley was poured upon them, so frightening the horses, that they •became unmanageable, and plunged into the thicket in different directions, Lieut. Sherfy became separated from the General, and was himself knocked from his horse by coming in contact with a tree, and lay for some time in a senseless condition on the groxind. As soon as he was sufficiently recoverdd, he made his way to the rear on foot, having lost his horse, and Signal equipments. Of the General) he saw nothing after his fall. Lieut. SheDlabarger during the afternoon was ordered to duty on a flag station of the 17th corps. On the 28th after the move to the right, I selected a high point on a ridge, occupied by part of the 4th division, 16th corps, and instructed Lt, Sherfy to es tablish a Station of observation in one of the largest trees," 1089 July 1864. This was accomnlished, and a good viev/ of the rebelworks in our' front, and of part of the city was obtained. Extract from History of the 81st Ohio, Pages 13 ,134. Atlanta Campaign- Battles of July 22d, and 28th. The morning of the 22d of J.'uly shaae brightly on the Union Army, awakened early with the news that Atlanta was in our possession. Skirmishers were sent forward, who found the half-finihed works of the rebels deserted, but before the city itself was reached, it was discovered that the enemy had but withdrawxi to their inner strong hold. General Johnston had been superseded by Hood, and his am bitious fighting general was making his first brilliant maneuver. ^ He had withdrawn to his inner lines for the purpose of sending an overwhelming force around our left, to attack us in flank and rear. A mere accident saved us from even the headlong-tactics-of this most unfortunate General, Early in the morning, orders had been given to push forward the whole line to that lately occupied by the rebels, and intrench there. General Sweeny's Division had been ordered from its position with the 15th corps, and with the Brigade of General Fuller's Division, in rear of the l7th corps, was to take position n the loft of the 17th Corps, so soon as it should get its line es tablished, As soon as the ordef* was given. General Dodge went to the ground designated, and made a thorough view of it, previous to ^ assigning his troops to their places. 17th Corps, not getting its new line established very rapidly. General Sweeney's division. July 1864. on reaching a point in rear of the Brigade of General Fuller's Division, halted to await orders. As the troops then were Gen eral Dodge's command was lying nearly a half mile in rear of the center of the line of the IVt corps. It was twelve o'clock, when some stray skirmish shots were heard in the woods, near General Sweeny's Division. In a few minutes, a staff officer rode up to General Dodge (who had just returned from the front, and was eating dinner with General Fuller) and told him of the firing, and said that there seemed to be a bo(ly of rebels there. As this was so very far in rear of tha 17th Corps, it seemed incredible that a force should have passed their flank, nevertheless. General ge sent an order to General Sweeney to put his command in line of battle, and telling General Fuller to have his command under arms immediately, he mounted, and rode over to where General Sweeney was. It was an open field, bounded on the south by a wide belt of forest. A little ridge ran southwardly throxigh the field toward the forest. To the ri^t of it, ran a stream, in the same direction, toward which the gruund on eithef side gently declined. General Sweeney's divi'sion was posted with the right resting near this stream, extending up to the rigge, where nearly all the art illery was placed, then bending back at right angles and running along the ridge. The right regiment was the 12th Illinois, and immediately on its left was the 81st Ohio (three companies of which were in reserve under Captain Hill* which extended as far as 1091 July 1864. ' r - to the artillery. General Fuller placed his brigade on the west side of the fitream mentined, in a lin e nearly in continuation of th right of General Sweeney's. Hardly were these dispositions . ' made, until the arti']ery at the angle of General Sweeny's line was suddenly and fiercely assaulted by a strong column of rebels, eir.erging almost without notice, from the woods so near in. front. Belching forth their quick Volleys of canister full in the faces of the foe, it seemed that the guns of Bieflgott and Laird (the fop^- mcr Company ET, 1st Missouri Light Artillery, and the latter, 14th Ohio Battery) would alone be invincible; but the determination of the rebels was great, and their rashness such as only Hood could inspire. Their numbers, we soon saw, were not to be despised. Pouring out of the woods on the right and left, almost enveloping the three brigades, which formed the 16th Corps, it looked as if there could be no escape from defeat and surrender. At one time the Brigade of Colonel Morrill, (General Puller's Division) was forced back, temporarily by a deadly flank fire poured upon it from a line in the woods on its right, but nobly rallying, and partially changing front, it advanced again to victory. General Sweeny's command stood like a rock. Never was there more daring or more effective resistance made, than by both his infantry and artillery; attacked as they were with scarcely a mo ment's warning, and without the slightest defenses. At an oppor tune moment. Captain Hill's reserve, ordered forward by General 1092 July 1864. Dodge, took position in a gap between the 81st Ohio and 12th Illi nois, and these regiments moved forward in a grand triumphal charge carrying everything before them and driving the dismaye foe in terror from the field. The 81st Ohio, in this charge, captured a number of prisoners and three rebel battle flags. With this, the rebels were apparently satisfied to yield the contest. They had marched nearly all the previous night, and had expected to take us completely by surprise, as they would have done, if it had not been for the merd accidental p&sition o.f General Sweeney's Division. Fiding this force .in the .very place they had expected to find nothing, and meeting with such determined and destructive resistance, they became heartily, discouraged, and fell back \inder cover of the woods. In the meantime, e6her Rebel Columns had been at work else where, The first attack was made on General Dodge, but the rest followed quickly. One colximn gained the immediate rear of the 17th Corps and crushing it, the olumn swept along in rear undistrubed, until thoy reached a little road on which General Mc Pherson was riding, alone, toward the line of the 17tli corps, all ignorant of the presence of an enemy in the rear of his command. At that point the General- was suddenly confronted by a line § rebels. There was no order to halt, no demand for surrender, but a volley of musketry crashed through the woods, and the gallant, and beloved Mc^heraon was stretched on the ground. His horse os- ... 1093 July 1864. caping unhurt, ran into our lines and was the first to carry the sad news of his rider's death. On the same road, about the same time, anothef portion of the rebel line came suddenly upon the battery of Lieutenant Murray, ("F" 2d U. S. Artillery) which was at the time passing from the line of the 17th corps to General Puller. The horses were shot down, and the guns and men captured. Still further to the right the rebel line struck the works of the 17th . Corps in flank, and drove the men of that corps back slowly toward Bald Hill, where the right of the Corps rested. These men were not driven by fear, lighting desperately now from one side and then from the other of their works, thdy only went back as they found themselves nearly but off from the rest of the army, A half mile or more to the right, another rebel column made a direct assault on the line held by the 15th Corps, near the rail road, Rushing through a railroad cut, which, apparently, was not defended, the rebels gained a flank fire on our troops, and forced them to retire, leaving the guns of the celebrated De Gres Battery in the enemy's hands. This was late in the afternoon. General Dodge's troops had driven away their assailants, and were busy in erecting defenses against another assuult. General Logan had been assigned to the command made vacant by the death of McPherson, In the emergency of the partial repulse of the 15th corpr, he called on General Dodge for a Brigade to aid in retrieving the lost July 1864. works. Colonel Mersey's Brigade was sent. By the road which they had to march, the distance was nearly two miles, yet these men, who had already fou.r-ht a desperate an^ exhaustive hattle, and who had afterward been hard at work in buJIding works, moved at double quick most of the way, and immediately joined in a charge by which the line which had been lost was recovered, and the guns re taken. A detail from the 81st Ohio assisted Captain DeGres in serving his guns upon the retreating rebels. So zealous were they in this work that one of the guns burst from the effects of its heavy chargds. So ended the battle, with the exception of a most bloody and persistent attack on the samll portion of the 17th Corps, crowded together on Bald Hill. Night put a stop to the desperate hand to hand conflict, which raged there nearly all the afternoon. To show the intensity of the struggle in General Dodge's front, it may be stated that Lieutenant Blodgett's Battery fired over four hundred roxands, mostly case and cannister; while that of Lieutenant Lnird fired over six hundred rounds of the same kind. On this little front our troops buried one hundred and fifty dead rebels, after the battle. Many more were carried off, and buried by the enemy. The ordnance officer of one division reported having picked up 1200 guns, abandoned by the enemy. General Dodge's command took prisoners representing forty-nine different regiments. 1095 July 1864. ■ ^ NOTE: Gen". Dodge to Lt. Col. Clark, near Atlanta Ga. 24th Preliminary report of the battle of the 22nd. (10DR449):- Gen. Dodge's Report, Near Atlanta, Ga,, August 11, 1864, I have the honor to report the part taken by this command in the battle in front of Atlanta, Ga,, July 22d, 1864, On the 22d my troops were disposed as fellows One Didiviaion (2d) was in position on the right of the Army of the Tenn., with one Brigade in reserve. The 1st Brigade of the 4th division was in reserve near the left of the Army, and in the rear of the centre of the 17th •^. C. being held as a reserve to the left flank of the Army. The 2d Brigade of the 4th division, Col, J. V5. Sprague, Comdg, ^waa posted at Decatur to hold that place ^ and cover our trains durigg the absence of the cavalry. At day light the picket in front of the 2d division discovered the enemy had evacuated works in our front. They pushed on and found the enemy in his works surrounding Atlanta, About 8 o'clock I re ceived a verbal order from Maj. Gen. McPherson to move the 2d divi sion from the ri^t to the extreme left of the Army, and mass it in rear of the new position to be selected from the 17th A.c. and to place one Brigade of the 4th division in position on the left of the new position. The 2d division moved promptly and halted about one half mile south of the railroad in a -osition marked "A" on 1096 July 1864. the map, running parallel to and 3/4 of a mile in rear of the po sition of the I7th A.C. The Brigade of the 4th division, had not yet moved. I went in person to select a position for this Bri gade and also to select good ground on which to mass the 2d divi sion . I had just accomjjlished this when, ascertaining that the 17th A.C. would not move into its new position until night, I sent orders for the 2d division to bivouac where it v/as and await orders. I also ordered Brig, Gen. J. 7/. Fuller, commanding 4th division, to send out working parties to intrench the position he was to occupy. About 12 M,, while at General Pililler's Head Quarters, stragglihg shots were heard in the rear of the left of the lYth A.C., and the report came in, that the enemy were in force in our rear. Brig, Gen, W. Sweeney, commanding 2d divisions, sent our skirmishers in that direction, who immediately developed the fact that the enemy in considerable force was in the timber in the rear of the 17th A.C. Hearing the shots, I immediately sent orders for the 2d Division to go into line on theground it then occupied, facing East and South, at the same time I ordered General Fuller to post one regiment to cover the right flank of the 2d division. The 2d division had hardly gone into position when it was dis covered bhat the enemy were in heavy force in our front, General Fuller perceiving this ordered ou' his entire Brigade, instead of one regiment, and went into position on the right of the 2d divi1097 July 1864. ■ " sion. Two batteries, "H" 1st Missouri and 14th Ohio, were posted on the Centre of the Jdd division; scarcely was the line formed when the enemy in three columns advanced from the timber on our left, front and right, my whole line became hotly engaged; and the fact of the enemy's occupying the timber between me and the 17th A.C. was clearly demonstrated. I saw that I couldnot prolong my lin- to connect with the 17th ^.C. a long belt of timber lying between my right and his line of battle that faced T7est, I sent my aide-de-camp to General Giles Smith notifying him of the position of the enemy, and requesting that he would refuse his left in order to form a connection with my right. Seeing that the enemy were passing in colxunn, still beyond right and far down the line of the 17th A.C. and in its rear, I sent another staff Officer to General Smith, who found him hotly engaged and then unable to connect. The enemy pressed forward on my left and front exposing the flank of his centre column. Detect ing this, I at once pushed forward the 12th Illinois and the 81st Ohio, which caught the enemy partly in flank. Our fire in his front and flank was so destructive that he soon gave way, a charge was ordered, and his two columns in my left and front were broken and driven back to the timber. General Fuller at the same time ordered a charge on his front which was gallantly made, and the enemy driven from it. The enemy pressing part my right in the timber had not ere this been fully developed. General Fuller 1098 July 1864. advanced soon drew a heavy fire on his right flank. He promptly drew back the regiment that had charged ahd changed front to the right under a galling fire, and moved on the enemy in the timber, clearing that point. The fighting on my right, but rather in the rear of my right, still continued heavy, and I immediately made preparations to connect as near as possible with the 17th Corps, so as to bring the enemy entirely in our front ascertaining wh re the left of the 17th rested. It having refused its line in order to check the column, coming in its rear, my right was swung round using the left as a pivot until my command occupied a line facing a little YIest of South and a short distance to the rear of my first line. "Temnorarily intrenchments were thrown up. Major G-eneral McPherson, fell on the right of my line, about one hour after the commencement of the battle, but it was not known to me for some time after. As soon as I ascertained that fact, I sent a Staff Officer to Major General Logan to report the supposed condition of my left, and to request that troops be sent there, also reporting the gap between me and the 17th corps. A Brigade, Colonel Martin's of the 15th Corps, was immediately sent to the left, arriving just as the enemy again made his appearance on my extreme left, but his demonstrations were weak and soon re pulsed. Soon after, I should judge about four o'clock p. M., Major General Logan ca3 led in person for aid to drive back the enemy on the main Decatur and Atlanta Road, where he had gained a temporary 1099 July 1864. advantage. The 2d Brigade, 2d division, Colonel Aug. Mersey, Commanding, wad immediately sent. Major General Logan accompanying it. The Brigade immediately went into line and participated in the charge that retook the works suad batteries, and gained and es tablished our line. As the Brigade operated under the direction of the General Commanding the Dept., and detached from my command, I cannot give a full account of its operations, but respectfully refer to the reports of Brigade and Regimental Commanders forwarded herewith. General Logan instructed me if I needed aid on my left after weakening it by detaching this brigade, that,I should call on Gen. Cox, Commanding Divisicn of the 23d Corps, who was near me. At five o clock P. M., the enemy making a demonstration on my extreme left, caused me to reQu'^st General Cox to send me a Brigade, which h4 promptly did. The enemy, however, only opened with artillery. At 12 o'clock that night General Logan ordered two regiments of Colonel Mersey's Brigade to occupy the hill sj hotly contested for in front of the 17th Corps and relieve a portion of the troops then fighting. They prom|)t>ly obeyed the order, and soon had se curely intrenched themselves. Colonel S^prague who had with him three small regiments and six guns, the Chicago Board of Trade BSttery belonging to General Garrard's Command of Cavalry, which had reported to him, and I section of "C" Battery, 1st Michigan Artillery, was attacked 1100 f * - ■■ July 1864. overwhelming numbers. Two Divisions of V/h?eler's Cavalry dis mounted and poured down upon him from three directions. Colonel Sprgaue immediately concentrated his command and by determined unyielding fighting, held the enemy in check and gained a position north of the town, which he was able to hold. By so doing, he saved the trains of the 15th, 16th and 17th Army Corps, then on the road from Rosv/ell to the commands. Great credit is "due Colonel (now General) Sprague, and his Brigade for their con duct on this occasion. We were no doubt saved a serious disaster by his cool judgment and excellent dispositions. The 9th Illinois Infantry (mounted) and 43d Ohio Infantry, joined him during the engagement and promptly went into action. Light Battery "F", 2d U, S, Artillery, belonging to the 4th Division, had beported the day before to the 17th A. c, and v/as -Placed in position on the front line. Soon after the commencement of the fight it was ordered to return and take a position on the right of my line, covering as well as possible the space between the 16th and 17th Army Corps, The battery was on its way to comply with the order when the enemy in pressing through the gap, struck it and captured the guns, most of the men escaping. The Battery had no opportunity to save itself, being on a road in the timber in the recr of the 17th Corps and in a place which under most circumstances, would be considered perfectly safe. Its position when cpptured is marked, I cannot consider anyone to blame for its loss. 1101 July 1864. I cannot speak too highly of officers and men during this engage ment; it was a critical moment for our Armies,and any failure on our part to have checked the advance of the enemy in our rear, would have proved fatal. With three Brigades disposed in single line, numbering some 4,500 men, over one-half of Hardee's Corps, viz;-!f Walker's, Bate's, and a portion of Cleburne's Divisions was sent and driven back v/ith great slaughter, leav ng their dead and severely wounded in our hands. During the engagement on our front, prisoners were taken from forty-nine different regiments, 8 bri gades and 3 divisions, 351 prisoners were capture} not including those taken by General Mersey's Brigades on the line of the 15th Army Corps. battle flags, and some. 1300 muskets were cap tured, and turned over; 422 of the enemy's dead were buried in my front. TThere all did so well it is hard to particularize. General Puller had a critical position, and he handled his command with great skill and good judgment. The Brigade Commanders Col.s Rice, Merrill, Mersey, Sprague were ever where duty demanded and by their personal exertions and presence gave their officers and men that advice and encouragement that enabled them so well ad bravely to hold their lines. Battery "H", 1st Missouri Artillev , and the 14th Ohio Battery massed in the centre of the 2d division by hold ing fast and working their guns, even when the enemy were 150 feet distant, and wehe pouring upon them a terrible fire, they aided 1102 July 1864, effectually in driving back his advancing columns, more especially Bate's Division, upon which they had a direct and point blank range, Lt, col. J, J. Phillips, 9th Illinois, who was termporarily serving in my staff, I am greatly indebted to. His clear head and quick conception of the situation enabled him to render me inval- 'uable service, and I commend' him to the attention of the commanding Gene ral, I also desire to call attention to the efficient service of Lt, Col. Wm. T. Clark, Adjutant General of the Department. I noticed him particularly after the fall of General McPherson, gi'ing that aid and direction that the situation required. ,My staff were prompt, energetic and active in rendering me that valuable and cheerful aid that enables a Commander to success fully carry through an engagement. In our victory all that gladness and joy that v/culd othe wise have been experiences was lost to us in the fall of our brave and efficient comrr.ander. This corps has served under him throughout the entire Cam paign and that he was greatly beloved and respected by all, was evident by the sorrow and gloom cast over us by the knowlegge of his death. No one knew him but to love and respect him. His name and memory in this country are imperishable. I take yreat pleasure 1103 July 1864. in calling the attention of the General to the acconpanying re ports of Divisions, Brigades, Regiments and Battery Commanders, and fco the special mention made therein of Office r's and men. I trust full justice may be done them. NOTE: Gen. Dodge to Lt. Colonel Clark, St. Louis, Nov. 25th, 1864. Report of operations of this command during the canqpaign in Georgia, &c. (10DR474): NOTE: Gen. G. M. Dodge's Account of part taken by the 16th Army Corps in the movement on Resaca, attack of 4th of July, and battle of Atlanta. (Also see General Sherman's Memoirs, New Edition, Vol. II, p. '498 ) February 27, 1882. (Nov. 1, 1875). I • Report of Lt. Col. McDowell, East Point, Ga. Sept.13,1864 At about 12.30 P. M. of the 22d orders were received to move the brigade as rapidly as possible to the rear,and report to General Fixller, in an old field in which the trains of the different corps were parked. The order was promptly complied with, and in a very short time, the Brigade was in line, the regiments having the following relative position: The 39th Ohio on the left and on the extension of the line of the 2d division, 16th A.a ; the 27th Ohio on the right of the 39th, 18th Missouri and 64th Illinois in rear, forming a second line. Our position was somewhat retired from the crest of a ridge in open field. Skirmishers were sent forward, but had barely reach- .1104 July 1864. ed the woods, a short distance to the front, when they met the hef-vy lines of the enemy, and were driven back. At this juncture an order was given to advance to the crest of th6 ridge, but, through some misunderstanding of the order, the line continued to. push forward after reachmgg the cre-st, -The enemy had by this time emerged from the woods into the open ground below, but gave way before the charge of our men, and 'fled in confusion. Our right being unprotected, and the line exposed to a severe flank fire, it became necessary to halt at the edge of the woods, in stead of following up the advantage gained, and finally to with draw to the crest of the ridge. This last was accomplished with out any noticeable confusion on the part of any of the command, notwithstanding the severity of the enemy's fire. Pending these movements on the part of the first line, the 18th Mo, and*64th Illinois, were doing good service in endeavoring to dislodge the enemy from his position in the woods, in our right and rear. The line being formed on the crest of the ridge, we maintained that position, with some unimportant changes in the direction, until 4 P. M., keeping up a fire that prevented the enemy from reforming his lines or attempting any further advance. At about 4 o'clock, we retired in g-od order, and went into lino on the right of the 2d division 16th Corps. All our dead and wounded mere either brought off with us or during the evening. The loss of the brigade during the engagement was 2 commissoned officers and 45 enlisted 110« July 1864. :% '• men killed, 19 officers and 276 enliste d men wounded, and 9 en listed men missing. .Colonel Morrill received a severe though not mortal round, and the coimnand of the brigade devolved on Lieut.Col. H. T. McDowell, 39th Ohio Infantry. Report of Lt, Col. Van Sellar, near Atlanta, July 30,!64. T hav3 ■* he honor to submit the followin report in accordance with Special Field Orders No, 45, from Left Wing 16th Army Corps HeadLqieit :■ j. On the morning of the 22d instant the 12th Illinois Infantry occt^ied a position on the left of the Brigade (MBrsey's). The Brigade being on the right of the division, and the division on th right of the Army of the Tennessee before Atlanta, Georgia. At ^ 8 A. M. it was ordered to move in the centre of the brigade and ac cordingly inarched towards the left of the Army of the Tennessee. At 9 A. M. the regiment halted with the brigade and remained for 2 hours in a position a mile in the rear of the centre of the 17th Army Corps. At 11 A. M. received orders to move forward, and in an hour was in line on the right of the brigade and across the valley which extended to the timber one-fourt of a mile in front. The enemey were often in sight moving across our front by the flank towards the left. A alight defense was quickly thrown up, the enemy were now advancing from the timber in line, skirmishing as they came. While impatiently awaiting orders to advance, General Dodge rode along the line and ordered "move your regiment forward | and strike the enemy." The regiment immedia'ely moved forward. 1106 july 1864, struck the enemy and drove them from the valley, killing and wound ing a respectable proportion of them and capturing .30 prisoners. The regiment then received orders to join the brigade in reserve. At 3 P. M. again received orders to move with the brigade to the support of the 15th Army Corps at a point one and one-half miles distance on the Augusta Railroad. The day was excessivly hot and the command was already much fatigued, but the need was known and the regiment moved this time in advance of the brigade, with the promptness the emergency required, and forming into line on the left of the brigade charged with bayonet shouts of victory, end retook that portion of the line of works lost by General Smith'd Division, and extending from the Br±bk House to the railroad, this time driving the enemy from the two remaining guns of the Chicago Battery, and capturing 80 prisoners. After occupying the recap tured works until there was no danger of the rebels attempting to charge them again, the regimdnt was ordere by General Smith to a position in reserve conveniently near to his recaptured lines. At 12 M. it was ordered to re-inforce the 3d division, 17th Army Corps, one-half mile to the left of the railroad. Arrived" and went into position at 1:30 A. M,(23d instant) in a redoubt. The works were occupied by fragaents of many regiments of the 17th Army Corps that had been worn out with fighting and whom the regiment re lieved. The enemy were behind earth-works 10 to 20 paces in fr-nnt The regiment skirmished with them until 3 (A.ll,) vt.en they July 1864, retreated. The conduct of officers and men dxiring the engagement of the 22d was unexceptionable. I mention this more especially because many of them were non-veterans, their terms expiring on the 31st. instant, and the cause of our panic on the 22d was asserted to be the failure of non-veterans to fight well. The casualties of the day were 47 enlisted men killed and wounded. Report of Capt, W, S, Boyd, Comdg 66th 111, near Atlanta July 26, 1864. In compliance with Special Field Orders No. 45, Headquarters Left Wing 16th Army Corps, July 25, 1864, I have the honor to make the following report: On the morning of the 22d instant this regiment with the 2d brigade, left camp on north side of railroad near Atlanta and moved south between one and two miles, where we met the enemy in our front and on our left. Orders were received to form in line of battle and send out 2 companies as skirmishers, and 2 companies for support. Comp'inies A. and G. were deployed and advanced until they met the enemy, then the engagement opened wHiich continued from 1 to 2 hours. The loss of the regiment was IG killed and 43 wounded. Soon after the engageent closed we were ordered with the 2d brigade to move to support a division in the 15th Army Corps at the rebel works, where the railroad passes throvigh them. We recaptured the works and remained there all night. 1108 ■' It Rf..... July 1864. _ : As near as can be ascertained we captured 210 prisoners. My comniand behaved themselves well, and many of the enlisted men did credit to themselves. Sergeant Courtney, Co. P. and Private Evert of same company, gathered the colors after two color bearers were shot down, and darried them throughout theday. Were Company F entitled to a 2d Lieutenant, I would recommend Sergeant Courtney to fill the position. Report of Lt. Col. R. N. Adams, 81st Ohio near Atlanta, In obedience to Special Field Orders No. 45, Left Vdhg 16th Army Corps, I respectfully submit the following report of the part taken by this command in the action of the 22d ult. At 9 o'clock Jl. M, on thd 22d, the regiment was ordered with the brigade to the extreme left of the position occupied by "the 17th Army Corps, Arriving within a few hundred yards of that position it was halted with the brigade and there rested one hour and a half, when it was ordered forv/ard 100 yards into an open field, and with the brigade formed into line of battle, facing in a southeasterly direction in the following order: 12th Illinois on the right; 66th Illinois on the left; the 91st Ohio in the centre and in the rear of the 14th Ohio Battery, the line forming almost a right angle with works occupied by the troops on the extreme left of the 17th Army Corps. These dispositions were accomplished ju.st in the hick of 1109 July 1864, time, for the enemy immediately advanced upon us in heavy force, and a severe engagement ensued. The enemy steadily advanced under a withering fire imtil within a few yards of our lines, when he began towaver; whereupon by direction of General Dodge the regi ment with the brigade moved forward, charged the enemy and drove him from the field with heavy loss. The 81st Ohio in this charge captured two stands of colors and 226 prisoners. At 2 o'clock P. M. the regiment was ordered with the brigade to a position on the right of the Augusuta and Atlanta Railroad, moving in double-quick time a distance of one mile and a quarter. The brigade was then formed in line of bkttle, 66th Illinois on the m right; 81st Ohio in the centre, and the 12th Illinois on the left, resting on the railroad, A charge was then ordered and made by the entire brigade, resulting in the retaking of a line of works from which the 2d brigade, 2d Division, 15th Army Corps had been previously driven, and the recapture of four 20 Pdr, parrott guns of Captain Do Ores' battery, and a larger number cff small arms. In this charge the 81st Ohio captured 29 prisoners, making the total number of prisoners captured by the regiment during the day 255, The loss of the regiment on both fields was 11 killed, 52 wounded and 3 missing, including 2 commissioned officers killed, and 1 wounded. At 2 o'clock A.M. the regiment vith the 12th Illi nois was ordered to a position to the left of the 15th Army Corps, ^ and as a support to General Leggett's Division of the 17th Army Corps," 1110 W July 1864. which was then considered the most critical point on the line. The regiment remained in this position until the 26th when it was ordered to rejoin its corps. No special mention can be made of any officers and enlisted men of this command; all having conducted themselves on every part Of the fieid they were called upon to act, in the most gallant manner. • • /^Gen. Dodge to Gen. Strong, Council Bluffs, la.Get.10,1885 While in Chicago at our late reunion, I read your very in teresting paper on the death of General Mc herson. As I stated ■n ■ ■ to you then, it is the clearest, and most accurate I have ever ^ seen. It agreed with my recollection. On my arrival home I re ferred to my official data relating to the battle of July 22d and to my notes on the death of Gen. McPherson. I find that your ac count in all the principal points coin cide with my data, and j thank you for putting in such admirable form so full and interest ing an account of the events of the 22d and the sad loss of our ^ great commander. . I also thank you for your truthful description of the fighting of the 16th A.c. on that day. Although only three brigades of it were on that part of the field, yet, by their gal lant fighting that day, they saved our Army from great loss and defeat, repulsing Hood's well planned attack in our rear. As Blair well said, "The -Lord placed Dcbdge (meaning the 16th A.C.) in it- hhe right place that day." nil July 1864. The loss of Motherson was such a shock, that I think all failed to place that victory where it properly belonged. Especially unfortunate was his lose to my Corps, for he was the devoted friend both of it and myself, and he saw the onsluahgt of the enemy, and the magnificent fighting with which my corps met three times its nxoraber and drove them back to the woods. . McPherson was killed, without doubt, after one o'clock P. M. I find, in my entry of that date, that I opened the battle at two minutes after twerlve M. I immediately sent Capt. Edward Jonas, A.D.C. to General Giles K Smith, requesting him to refuse his left and cover the ground between 'General Fuller's right and his (Smith's - line, informing him that the enemy were far in his rear. He said he would do so. As the battle progressed and I saw no movement on the part of the General Smith, I sent, I think. Col. TichenorA.D.C to Smith, to inform him that the enemy were passing my right flank, which was opposite his centre and rear, and requested hin to refuse his left immediately or he would bo cut off. Col, Tichenor return ee to me at 1 M. sajing that Smith was just being engaged; that he had received orders to hold his line, and that troops would be thrown into the gap. My Aide returned over the same road, McPher son was kUled upon close to 1 P. M. and evidently after you had taken the order to General Smith to hold firm. General McPherson was not aware as I was thqt the enemy were passing around Fuller's right and swarming intothe woods 1112 July 1864. between the 16th and l7th A.C. Nor was I aware that General Mc Pherson was on the field. I was watching my right flank, knowing its exposed condition, and also seeing that the enemy overlapped Puller on the right as well as Sweeny on my extreme left. Soon after 1 o'clock, reports came to me from both flanks that the enemey were ov'^ rlapping them. General Blair came in person for aid while I was heavily engaged, and said he could not get to General Smith, I told him that as soon as we checked this (the second) attack, that I would turn one Brigade of Fuller's on them, and I requested him to try and reach Smith so as to help Fuller. As soon as he checked the second attack. General Fuller xswung one Brigade sharply to the right under a galling fire, the enemy firing into his flank and rear at hhort range. Fuller charged into the woods and cleared them, showing great personal bravery in holding his men to the work. It was in this attack of General Puller that the 64th Illinois captured a portion of the rebel line, upon which were found the glasses and documents taken from McPherson's person, which you mentioned in your statement. . The orders you quoted from General Sherman and to General ^Pherson and from General Mc^^erson to me, relating to the move ments of the 16th A.C. were never received by me . The only orders General McPherson gave me that day were received about 8 A.M. He refers to those in one of the orders you quote. He came to mo at about 8 o'clock A. M., took out his map, and we discussed the July 1864. position I was to take on the extreme left. He told me to get my Corps together, intrench my position and look out for my left, pointing out on the map a hill I was to occupy and a road I was to command if possible. The^e orders were never countermanded. I was engaged in carrying them out when three divisions. Bates, IJalkers and Cleburne's of Hardee's Corps, struck me. Early in the morning I had been over the ground I was to occupy, and there fore had a full know;i.edge of the position of the 17th Cors and my own, and appreciated the situation. I saw that the safety of the Army of the Tennesse' and all its trains in its rear depended on my defeating the enemy. I had every man in line- no" reserves. I could see every part of my line and the entire line of the enemy, except that beyond my right which was masked by the woods, and it. w^s, as you say, a magnificent sight and one seldom offered in battle. Hickenlooper's map, so far as it relates to the position of the enemy is v/rong; Poe's is more correct, but neither gives accu rately the position of the 16th Corps and the enemy.y' Report of Lt, Blodgett, near Atlanta, July 25, 1864. I have the honor to report the part taken by Battery H, 1st Missouri Light Artillery, in the engagement of the 22d of July, 1864 as follows; ""as ordered into battery on the crest of a gently sloping hill, with the right section thrown a little to the right, the left sweeping a ravine extending obliguely to the right and July 1864.: : , : front the center joining the left nnd crmmanding the hill in front. Shortly after gaining the position, the enemy v/ere seen moving in heavy columns to the left and across the ravine above mentioned. Left section opened and for several volleys had a clear open fire doing terrible execution. About this time,the enemy appeared in our front, in heavy charging columns. No sooner did their lines appear than they were welcomed with a volley of canister from the 6 pieces. During this charge the men without an exception stood nobly by their guns; although they were exposed without cover to the'-enemy's fire, they worked them with incredible rapidity. It was here that Sergeant Frank O'Donnell fell while bravely com manding his piece. Two of his men were ilso carried fr m the field about the same time leaving but a corporal and 3 men to work the gun, which they did with a will until the firing was or dered to cease. The enemy having now entirely disappeared from our front, we changed our front to the rear on the left piece and opened on their columns, now advancing from the right. They quickly sought protection in the timber where for some time we continued shelling them, the shells btirsting handsomely. Later in the day, Sefgeant O'Donnell's pieces, now commanded by Corporal Cook, was moved to the right, and in a position to sweep a ravine in which the enemy were again attempting to form. . I am not able to give the exact time which the battery was engaged, but it was for several house of constant firing. Dtiring 1115 July 1864, the engagement I fired a total of 468 rounds of ammunition. List of casualties. Battery H, 1st Missouri Light Artillery, (Nominal list omitted) Killed 1—Wounded 7- also 3 horses killed and wounded 5, I would respectfully give the names of the following enlist ed men entitled to special mention, vix; Report of Maj. Hamill, Near Atlanta, July 26, 1864, I have the honor to report the following as the part taken by 2d regiment Iowa Infantry Voliinteers in the engagement of July 22d, 1864, The regiment was marched with the brigade from position on the line between the 15th and 23d Corps, on the morning of the 22d to position on the extreme left to meet a rapid advance of the enemy on the left flank of the 17th Corps, We took position on the left of the brigade, the 7th Iowa on our right, on a ridge run ning almost at right angles with the line of the 17th corps and in an open field, ^ompany G under command of Captain Duckworth, was deployed as skirmishers; but had advanced only a short distance when the enemy was discovered in the ddge of the woods, advancing in force directly on our front. Our skirmishers being hard pressed entered to the left, to avoid exposure in an open field, until the regimental front was uncovered when the regiment opened a well directed fire on their advancing column, checking their ad vance and throwing them into confusion. After fruitless efforts to their men under our fire, they were driven from the field, 1116 July 1864. leaving their dead, wounded and arms in our hands. During the progress of the battle in our front the enemy had advanced on our right flank and gave us an enfilading fire, wounding several. But the men did not seem to notice the enemy so near in our rear, or the injury they were doing us, until they were driven from our front. About the close of the engagement Lieut. Colonel Noel B. Howard, was severely wotinded and compelled to leave the field, leaving the regiment in my command. Captain Geo. Heat on ajid 3 sergeants were severely wounded; one corporal, and 4 privates slighitly. The above were all the casualties. TVie captures were 20 prisoners, 1*67 st-ands of arms, and 1 stand of colors. Were I to make special mention of the officers and men who did their whole duty well and deserve promotion, I would have to name ever^y member of the regiment, for egch officer and soldier seemed to feel and deport himself as if the safety of the army and the triijmphs of our holy cause depended on his undivided efforts. No soldiers ever discharged their duty better. None were ever more worthy the lasting gratitude of a rescued nation. Report of MaJ* Morrison, 66th Indiana, in postion near Atlanta, fiugust 1st, 1864;- Incompliance with Special Field Orders No, 45, paragraph 5, I have the honor to submit the following report, craving your atten tion to the fact that inasmuch as I was on duty as Field Officer of the day by your direction, and on the morning of July 22d, by direc1117 July 1864. tion of Major (General Sherman, on the northwest side of Atlanta, ^ where the grand guard of your brigade was advanced as skirmishers, and effected a lodgment on 2 ridges raning from 200 to 400 yards from the enemy's main line of works, a position which J held with them until relieved by Cjaptain Shey of General 7/ood's Division, 15th Army Corps, and under the direction of Lt, Colonel Bowen com manding a reserve of 4 companies of the 52d Illinois Infantry marched to rejoin my regiment, I had 5 companies of his regiment / and 2 of the 66th Indiana as grand guard; the former I turned over to Major Boyd as soon as they were relieved. We arrived upon the battle-field at 12,45 M, just as the 7th Iowa Infantry relieved the 66th Indiana Infantry, when I at once reported to Colonel Martin who was in command of the regiment,and had been to that time actively engaged v-ith the enemy for 25 minutes. At the moment I arrived on the ground with Companies I and F, and before I understood the true position of affairs, viz: that the 7th lovm Infantry was relieivng the 66t^ Indiana Infantry, I thouht the latter were being driven from the field, and seeing Captain Walker and General Sweeney I reported first to them and formed the 2 companies I had in charge (I and P) between the guns of Battery H, 1st Missouri Light Artillery and the casissons. When Colonel Martin had withdrawn his regiment he had those companies moved further to the left to make room for the others. After the enemy 1118 July 1864. had been driven from the front of our brigade Colonel Martin re ceived order from you, by which he withdrew his regiment across the low open ground on a line at a right angle with the right of the brigade line of abattle, where we soon threw up a line of breat works and lay upon our arms. On the morning of the 23d, Colonel Martin was taken sick and sent to the hospital. Hoping for his retxirn I have v/aited from day to day recognizing his superior fit ness to make this report. In absence, however, I must say that he expressed himself to me in the very highest terms of praise of the officers and men engaged under his command on the ever memora ble 22d of July, Casualties, 66th Indiana Infantry Volunteers July 22, 1864 (Nominal list omitted,) was 3 killed and 15 wounded. Report of-Lt. Col, Parrott, In the field near Atlanta, July 25th, 1864:- I.haye the honor to make the following report of the part taken of the 7th Iowa veteran Infantry, Friday July 22, 1864 near Atlanta Ga. On the morning of the 22d,I was ordered to move my regiO ment south towards Atlanta, arriving on the field of battle about 1 o'clock P, M, same day. The 7th took an active part in the action, and claims her share of the honors, which are due the 2d Division, 16th Army Corps, Arm:* of the Tennessee. I am proud to say, sir, that the officers and men of the regiment behaved gal lantly and fought like veterans. The follwing is a list of casualties: (Nominal list omitted) Seven wounded. 1119 July 1864. Report of Lt. Eelmlck, Co. G. 7th la. In the Field, Near Atlanta Ga. July 26, 1864. On the morning of the 22d the company was ordere d from their intrenchments in front of Atlanta together w ith the regiment and marched about 2 miles in a southeasterly direction, where we formed a "line of battle supporting Battery H. 1st Missouri Light Artillery, where rem.ained about one hour, when we were ordered a little farther to the right support the 66th Indiana Infantry Volunteers, where we remained until the battle was over. Report of lot Lt. Wightman, Co, K. 7th la. In the Field Georgia, July 26, 1864: ^ i My company marched with the regiment in the morning from the works'east of Atlanta in a southeasterly direction about 2 miles. I had 43 enlisted men present-armed. All behaved wail, none flinching or complaining. NOTE: Report of 1st Lt. Springer, C.o. A. 7th la, Infantery in the Field, Sept. 5, 1864. Report of Col. Sprgaue 2nd Brig. 4th Div..near Atlanta July 25, 1864. In compliance with Special Field Orders No, 46, Left Wing 16th Army Corps of date July 25, 1864: I have the honor to report ah that on the 21st inst. I was ordered to proceec with my brigade, con sisting of the 25th Wisconsin, 35th New Jersey and 63d Ohio Infantry, (the 43d Ohio being at Roswell) and a section of Battery C, 1st Michigan Artillery, to Decatur, Georgia and picket strongly the July 1864. roads leading south and east of that torn. On arriving there six companies were posted, covering all the approaches, and the throe regiments and artillery put in nositiam to defend and hold the town. In the forenoon of the 22d inst, the enemy'scavalry made some demonstration along our front, particularly on the road over which th- 17th Corps had passed. I ordered four companies oftke 25th Wisconsin and four companies of the 63d Ohio, all iinder Lt. Col. J. M. Rusk, to make a reconnoissance and ascertain if possible the force of the enemy. Colonel M. Montgomery, Commanding the 25th Wisconsin, asked permission to go f^nd I consented. Soon after the Batallion started 2d Lt. T. D Griffin with four guns of the Chi cago Board of Trade Battery, reported to me, and I assiged hSun a position on the hill north of the jail and near the road. This battery was supported by three companies of the 63d Ohio Infantry. The two remaiMng companies of this regiment were on the right of the line near Dr. Hoyle's house on the hill south of the railroad. On their left were two guns of Battery C., 1st Michigan Artillery, next the remaining companies of the 25thWisconBin, farther to the left and covering the road from the Southeast the 35th New Jer sey was posted. Colonel Montgomery had proceeded with the eight Companies named but a short distance before the enemy was devel oped in considerable force. Our skirmishers being sharply en1121 July 1864. gaged, and discovering the enemy moving in force to the left of Colonel Montgomery with the evident design of cutting him off, I ordered him to move to the left and rear so as to be in supporting distance of the main line. He had hardly executed the movement" before the enemy advanced in strong force i . my front, an d at the same time pretty large masses were seen moving to my rear, both on thd right and left. Colonel Montgomery's Battalion got somewhat entetngled in a swamp which was. found in their rear, when he at tempted to rejoin the main line and being heavily pressed by the enemy the command came in with the organization somewhat broken, B efore all could extricate themselves from the swamp some were surrounded and captured by the enemy. The two companies on the right of the battery being joined by one or two companies from the reconnoitering party, a line was a t once formed nearly perpendicular to the original line to meet the enemy on my right, and Colonel Ciadek with the 35th New Jersey was doing the same on the left. There was little difficulty in check ing the advance of the enemy in front at any time during the action, but the masses passing to my rear on the right and left would en danger the trains in town and on the road from Roswel], I fell back to the hill on the south side of the town. The line waa soon formed with six guns in position and the fight continued un til the town was very nearly enveloped by the superor ntambers of < 1122 W:r July 1864. the enemy when I again fell back into the Court House Square fighting from three sides of it. Here again the artillery ppened with effect. The trains of the 15th Corps w'nich were ir. town when the fight commenced had all withdrawn and were safe. I had no doubt . of my ability to hold the ,Court House Square and the town, but this woxild not prevent the enemy from attacking the train of our Arr.y coming up from Roswell, so I withdrew from the town on the Roswell Road and made a short stand just .north of the place to beat off the enemy who were approaching the road from the West, ^1^ In this I was assited by Major Kuhn of the 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry, who threw out a strong line of skirmishers to the West of the road mentioned. He had just come up from Roswell with the train which some time before I had ordered to turn to the right towards the rear of the 23d'Corps, After the artillery had all passed, I moved along the Roswell road leisurely to junction of the Pace's Ferry Road, and took a strong position throwing up some" rude but strong defenses. This point is about one mile nort|iward from Decatur. Here Colonel Wager Swayne, commanding 43d Ohio, came up and joined me. The trains which were passing in my rear towards the 2d Corps were hastened forward, and soon all were knwwn to be safe. But the enemy did not see fit to follow ^ and continue the fight. My skirmishers were advanced, and reiS' maine ' during the night in sight of the town into which I return. .r. ed, 1123 July 1864. . ' with my command the next morning, the enemy having withdrawn. The force attacking me was siad to be two divisions (5f Wheeler's Cavalry and Mounted Infantry, All the enemy forces engaged in .the fight were dismounted. I have no means of knowing the loss the enemy-sustained. He reported to the citizens of Decatur, -that it was between 500 and 600, My loss v/ill be seen by the accompanying reports of regiment and battery commanders, which I have the honor to transmit herewith- to be 242, killed, wounded and missing. Col, M, Montgomery, 25th Wisconsin Volunteers, was.wounded early in the action, and fell into the hands of the nnemy. The command of the regiment then devolved upbn Lt. Col, J. M. Rusk. Lt, Col. Chas, E. Brown, Commanding 63d Ohio, was wounded near the close of the action, in the leg, which has since been amputated near the thigh. The command of this regiment then devolved upon Major John W. Fonts, The gallant 35th New Jersey Volunteers was eommanded by Col, J. J. Cladek, and from first to last was handled with rare skill and bravery. All the officers above named and their assistant field officers discharged their whole duty gallantly and well. The portien of the Chicago Board of Trade Battery, vmder Lt Gt±ffin, serving under my orders, as well as the section of Battery C, Ist Michigan Artillery, lander Lt, Shies, was served and worked with admirable skill and rapidity during the action, J .1124 July 1864. Many daring deeds v/ere done by line officers and non-commissioned officers and privates, and some brillai nt charges were made, in which the bayonet was freely used, with effect, upon the enemy. The action lasted something over one hour and ,a half. NOTE Gen. Dodge -to Gen. Sherman, Nov. 1, 1875, Council B uffs, Iowa, (and also see Gen. Sherman's Memoirs, Vol. LL page 498) Report of Brig, Gen. J. T. Fuller, of the Battle of Atlan ta, Georgia, July 22, 1864---Head Quarterg^ 4t,h division, 16th A.c. near Atlanta, Ga., August 2d, 1864, Major: t have the honor to submit the. following report of the part taken by my command in the Battle of July 22d, before Atlanta, The day prior to the battle T had been orderdd to send one "Brigade to Decatur, a village five miies east of our lines, to garrison that place. I accordingly ordered Colonel (now General) J. W. Spaague com.randing the 2d brigade to proceed there, direct ing hi4 to report to Maj. Gen. Dodge for detailed instructions. During the afternoon of the same day I was ordered to- proceed with the remaining brigade and to report to Maj, Gen. Blair, com manding 17th Army Corp, The 14th Ohio Battery was to await orders from Maj, Gen. Dodge. Light Co. F, 2d U. S. Artillery, was to march with me, and also my corps of Pioneers. Reporting to General Blair, that officer sent a niunber of his 1125 July 1864. staff to conduct me to that part of the line held by Brig. Gen. Leggett, After a conference with that officer my infantry was formed in two lines .near, and in rear of his intrenchements, Light Co. F, was assigned a position in tha front line between Gen. Leggett's division and that of Brig. Gen. G. A. Smith. Ky pioneer Corps w as employed in assisting to complete the intrenched line for General Smith's Infantry, in constructin a work for Light Co, F, and during the remainder of the night in throiying up a strong work to cover some heavy guns on the bald hill which formed the right of the line 6f the 17th corps. On the following morning, July 22d, It was discovered thtit the eneemy had Bal en back from the line he had occupied and the skir- ^ mish line in oUr front was advanced nearly half a mile. Every thing seemed unusiially quiet, and the new position of the enemy prepared to offer an opportunity to considerably advance our lines. General Dodge came up early in the day and informed me that our Corps would take posit_on on the left of the 17th, and as soon as that Corps had established its new line we would form on its left. In the meantime, my command would retain its present position. At about 12 M., Lieutenant Laird reported with the 14th Ohio Battery. I ordered him to park his battery on t'.e hill near my head quarters until our position should be established. It so happened that the position where he halted was that from which he 1126 used his guns with such telling effect. Tt was near 1 o'clock when skirmishing was herrd in ou r rear and General Dodge, then dining in my tent, said he had been informed that the enemy's cavalry had been seen in that direction and ordered me to place a regiment in position to cover our trains. The regiment was sent for but within four or five minutes after General Dodge left me the skirmishing was so heavy that I ordered out the entire Brigade at a "double-quick." Three regiments were formed in line in the field in rear of our train, with out backs toward Atlanta, and my left near the right of the 2d Division, which had just arrived, as shown in the accompanying map marked A, the 18th missouri being held in reserve. (Map), Skirmishers thrown out to cover our front had scarcely crossed the field when they were driven back by the enemy's line of battle, end my command became at once warmly engaged. Th enemy advanced into the open field, halted and opened fired upon us. But he seemed surprised to find himself facing our infantry in line of battle, for their steady fire aided by the gxins of the 14th Ohio Battery, which held an enfilading position on my left, soon caused him to go back under cover of the woods. I then ordered the regiments to lie down behind the crest of the ridge, and seeing the ene-y was preparing to again advance, directed Colonels McDowell, 39th Chic and Churchill, 27th Ohio to wait until the enemy should march half wa:- across the field and 1127 July 1864. then to rise, fire a volley and charge. Bayonets were iTrjr.ediately fixed to carry out this order, but for some reason the regimdnets did not wait as I had ordered, but charged as soon as the dnemey's line had again emerged from the woods. This movement was executed too soon to give us very many pris oners, the woods covering their retreat; but it so thoroughly routed that portion of the enemy's line which waw in front of , these regiments, and sent them back in such confusion that his supports retired also and no enemy afterwards showed himself on that part of the field. All who were not shot, or did not run away, of the 66th Geor gia Infantry were captured by the 39th Ohio, including the Colonel, and Adjutant and one Captain. Immediately after this charge I discovered that such of the enemey's line as overlapped our right flank was marching past the right of the 27th regiment on towards Atlanta which now lay in our rear. His supnorts followed closely, halted, a some* rebel regi ments marching in colvimns doubled on the centre, changed direction to their right and marched straight for the flank of those regi ments which had just made the charge described. Seeing this, I ordered these regiments to change front to face this new enemey. To accomplish this, we were obliged to throw back the right rapidly, a very hot fire during this hazardous (but neecesarry) manoeuver, rendered it impossible to keep the line well 1128 July 1864. dressed, and for a mor.ent it seemed as if these veterans reciments would be routed. "■ rphe 27th especially occupying the right, and obliged to make j the movement on a run when reaching the ground where it v^as to halt and face about, was in confusion and looked like defeat. There was not a moment to lose and the din of the battle was too great to hear orders, so the colors were moved out from the confused mass toward the approaching enemy, and my sword indicated where the line should be reformed. The men of the 27th noting this movement of their colors and 't instantly comprehending what Was reqxiired, with a great shoitt came up on either side in less time than I can write. The 39th in- ' '•■V stantly formed on their left, bayonets were brought down to a i'JwV V charge, our men advanced and the rebels, now-distant less than a hundred yards came to a "right about" and ran back into the woods. ' Tfhile the movements just described were occurring, some rebel regiments which had aut flanked the 27th Ohio and were marching toward ■ our rear, were sto-^ped by the fire of the 64th Illinois and the 18th Missouri. Colonel Sheldon of the l8th repiadly changed the direction of his line, so as to give his men a raking fire on the enemy. These rebels were partly covered by a -ieco of "rail fence but soon v-egan to break when a General Officer (suppcsed to be Gon. Walker) rode out from the woods, and swinging his hat made "a great * effort to urge forward his troops. The next moment his horsd went 1129 July 1864. , ■ ■ back riderless, and so sharp was the fire of our men that the en emy disappeared almost immediately, and nobody seemed to heed the cry of their officers to "bring off the General." The slaughter here may be judged from the report of Colonel Sheldon v;hn found as many as 13 dead rebels in a single fence cor ner. It was just after these combats that General I(!cPherson, who had been looking on from high ground in our rear rode away "to see how General Giles Smith was getting on." He rode down the road which led from my right flank into the woods where he must have been immediately killed. Very soon th' rebels, having reformed under cover of the woods returned to the fence at the edge of the field and reopened a liA:' - heavy fire upon us. I ordered the 64th Illinois to move to the ' right, then advance into the woods and if possible get a flank fire on this lino. (Map.) This proved a heavirer job than one regiment could accomplish. They drove back the rebels tompdrarily, they captured, and sent to the rear 40 prisoners, they took a stand of colors, and their valuer rescued the body of General McPherson whence it was borne to the rear. But after a hard fight in which they lost several of ficers and more than 50 men, they were driven ou+ of the woods pell mel] . Yet our line the field now lying down and partially covered^ by the crest of a ridge, aided by the 14th Battery hhich threw 1130 July 1864. shells incessantly over our men into the rebel ranks made it so hot that the enemy was eventually compelled to withdraw. (Map.) And here let ms say, tiiis.Ohio Battei^y (Lt. Baird) in position across the ravine on my loft, (in rear after our change of front) did more towards defeating the enemy than is often acconplished by six guns; every discharge seemed to tell, and tbe Battery was very active throughout the battle. Light Go. P., 2d U. S. Artillery, was pt the beginning of the action, in the line of the 17th corps I sent my Chief of Artiillery to get it relieved and then to order it to report to me. Some delay occurred in relieving it and it never reported. I learned after the battle that it was captured by the enemy while attempting to rejoin me on the same road, and not far from the spot where General McPherson was killed. After the enemy had retired from my front, he was reported in heavy force to the right and rear and was still fighting the 17th corps, whos line was now nearly at right angles with its original position. To form connection with the left of this corps, I was ordered to take a position toithe right of the 2d division, 16th corns. which had now changed front to rear on its left battalion, and if possible to cover the space between that Division and the 17th Corps. Accordingly, after moving my own wounded, I moved to the position indicated, and so far as my command was concerned the 1131 July 1864. battle had closed. This movement enabled the rebels to return and carry off their wounded and many of their dead. Such as were not removed (viz: seventy-nine bodies) we buried the following morning. is impossible for me to state accurately the number of pris oners captured by the command, as they were sent in squads to the rear during the battle. ?rom the best evidence I can get., i think we-Trent to the rear about 200. The map which accompanies this report marked "B" will show the position occupied by the several regiments when the enemy was being driven a second time into the woods. ^ The plan marked "C" shows our position at about 2 P. and that marked "D", the line occupied after the battle. The detailed report of casualties already forwarded shoves that our loss was severe, viz: C. Cadle, Jr. to Gen. Dodge, Blocton,Bibb.Co.Ala. Oct.23. 1888, I told you, I think, that I had given General Ransom's sword to Ransom Post of St. Louis. They want me to go there and make a formal presentation of it. Can you post me as to some points in his lif- that I can incorporate in a short paper to send before the Post? Tf you can spare the time for this I shall be obliged. Gen. Dodge to C. Cadle, Jr., New York October 27, 1888. I have a great many letters from Gen. Rar.som, parts of one or two of "'hioh I will send you written after the battle of July 1864. . Pittsburg Landing. I first knew Ransom when I became a cadet at Norv/ich University in the year 1849. We were thrown into the same class, and from our first acquaintance became close friends; and our friendship lasted unbroken until his death. Ransom was always the same; as true as steel to any one he liked. There -was nothing too much for him. to do for this friends. Of an. enemy he said very little, but always avoided him. He never desired any controversy with anj' ond, but was the m.ost particular and :"OSt careful man about hir, honor and integrity, that I ever m^^t. Even in his early bo?'hood, if any boy or girl, or any one else, ever imipxigned him, directly or indirectly, he resented it immediately. No matter where, or'under what circxomstances or v/hat the danger, if a comrade was in trouble. Ransom" would jump in to help him. 7>liile at the University we often had hard fights with Honover, Middlebury and other places, and while we were largely in the minority, and while some of our boys would run and get out of the fight. Ransom never did. Ransom went West on graduating, to visit his uncle,- George W. Gilson of Peru, Ills. While there he rote me to join him, which I did. His bro'her Dunbar wad with us, and if I remiember rightly we lived together in the same house for over a year. Until I left to follow my profession. While at Norwich, Vt., for the breaking of the rules in run- • ing the guard and going to a dance, most of our class were sent to 1133 July 1864. Newbury, Vt,, as a punlsliraent during the vacation. It was a large Methodist school, and while there v/e wore our uniforms. Vie were tabooed and often insulted by the studenos there, but being on our good behavior, and taking the advice of the President of the School, who was our friend, rather than to create any disturbance we submitted; but it was like gall to Ransom. Vie generaly went in a body to church. One Sunday a lad ftom Texas, young Jackson, was in advance, and while in the grounds five or six strapping big fellows ran up behind him, halloed "Buttons" at him and tripped him up, or kicked him. Jackson .turned to resent the insult and though very small, knocked the fellow down; then they all jumped on Jackson. Ransom was the first of our party to see it. He called upon the cadets to follow him and we all waded i'n and whipped out the fellows who had pitched into us. We were all fine boxers and fencers, and understood standing together and defending ourselves. We got back to b "ack in that fight on our way to church that Sunday and we laid out the crowd. Of course, we all thought we would be sent away, but it so happened that a Miss Chase, one of the Principals of the schoolsaw the whole thing, and when we were called up, she appeared as our defender; and the result was that the President of the school, instead of dismissing us, complimented us on our behavior under the -nrovocatlon. 1134 July 1864, That was a time when a comrade was attacked and the only one in Ransom's life, when he hesitated about coming to the rescue, as he always told me. At the time we were at Peru, there were riots along the Illinois Central Railroad, which was then in process of building, and we manned a couple pieces of artillery that were at Peru and went over to Qid in putting down the riots, and, I think, stayed there aboi;t a week to keep the jn ace, 'ye were looked upon as "Regulars" and we had more influence in effecting that object, and the immense number of workmen had more eespect for us than for the militia companies that, came from other points. Y!e carried there the drill and discipline that we- had learned at the University, and, of course, were much better drilled and had finer discipline • -- in the company. After I left Ransom at Peru, I never saw much of him, perBonally, but he was always in communication with me, and I hold a large nunlber of letters from him, written after I entered the war; for every time he saw"! had been in a conflict, no matter how sma 11 or large, he would always write me. He was always anEious to get with me, making application after application to that end, and, as you know, finally fell to me before Atlanta, after being wounded on the Red River expedition. He had been with me hardly a m,onth, I thin^,in the 16th Corps when he fell to the commard of that corps owing to a woxuid 11«5 July 1864. which for some time incapacitated me for field service. It was anxiety in taking care of the Corps during my absence, as you know, that brought on his death. After he came to the Corps al] his thoughts, were for it, and he had great desire to get into bat tle with me to show, as he used to say, "What we can do when together." I think his presence as a soldier was as commanding as that of any man I ever sav-'. He resembledhis father very much, and I have been told thai his disposition, habits and thoughts followed closely in the line of hid father's. I know that Ran som was highly tliought of by Crant, Sherman, McPherson and every body whom he came in contact with. I have heard Grant speak of him time and time again, as also Generals Sherman and McPherson; and the records, of course, shov; what they thought of him in their asking for his promotion. He came to me, I think, by a direct order of General Grant upon my personal application. I had asked for him to take command of the second division of the 16th eorps, and I do not think I ever saw a more happy man than Ransom was when he reported to me. He had been in a good many battles; had been wounded two or three times and felt that he hdd been rather unfortunate, but thought that when he gob into the Atlanta campaign he would have a great opportunity. Random was a natural born soldi'r. I trust you will 1136 July 1864. not fail to furnish me a full transcrint of your remakrs on the occasion you mention. Extract from Report of Brig. Gen. J. t'. Fu "^er, Head Quar ters 4th division, 16th A.C. East Point, Ga., Septemhor 12, 1864. On the 2lst the 2d brigade was ordered back to Decatur while I, with the 1st Brigade, Light Co. "F" 2d U.S. Artillery, and the Corps of Engineers was ordered to report to Maj. Gen. Blair, Command ing 17th Army Corps. As this movement, together with the part taken by my command in the battle of July 22d, has already been d' scribed in my report dated August 2d, it is not necessary that I should here repeat the 1^ ^ details of that sanguinary day. The Glory of the valor- displayed by one of the brigades in Decatur and of the desperate fighting of the other near Atlanta, is already well known to the General and to the country. Mingled with our rejoicings over the signal and decisive de feat of that portion of the enemy's forces which assailed our po sitlon, was felt a soirow more deep than words can utter over our founded'and dead. More than one fourth of those who stood in the lino of some of our regiments at noon were not present when the sun went down. Many a grave was shutting from sight forever t'lose who had stood manfully in the ranks for'years, hundred more were borne maimed and bleeding to the hospital, and the commander of the Army 1137 July 1864. of the Tennessee, MePhceron, w'to had seciTed our unbounded confi dence and regard had fallen, just when his usefulness seemed at its zenith, and when his assistance seemed moat required. The position taken by the 1st Brigade at the close of the bat tle of July 22nd was strongly fortified and occupied till the night of the 26th. The 2d brigc.de took a position on the Decatur road in rear until the 25th, when it returned and reported for orders. , Just after midnight, July 27th, the Division raoved around the rear of the Army to the west side of the city. About 4 P. M., we formed line on the right of the 2d division of our corps, and ad vanced to near Proctor's Creek driving the "enemy's skirmishers steadily before us, till it v/as dark. On the morning of the 28th, we advanced some 500 yards, and at once constructed a line of rifle pits facing to the east. Thd 2d division of our corps connected with us on the left, and the 17th Corps on the right. During the day the enemy attacked the lines of the 15th corps, still fur ther to the right, and in obedience to orders, I sent the 24th Il linois, and :'5th New Jersey to the support of that corps. They reached the battle-field in time to render very important assist- , ance, and shared in the glory of the day. Report of Brig. Gen. E. W. Rice, Coimnanding 1st Brigade, 2d Division, 16th A.c. before Atlanta, August 4tlj, 1864. I have the honor to submit the following report of the part talcon by my brigade in the action of July 22d before Atlanta. 1138 July 18G4. At '^arly dawn of the 22d, my skirmishers discovered and renorted to me that the enemy had disappeared from my front. I im mediately ordered them forward and obtained permission from your head quarters to send the 52d Illinois in their support, which was done. They advanced connecting with the skirmish line of the 15th Corps on the left and 23d Corps on the right, and passed over the rifle pits of the enemy, and 3/4 of a mile beyond found ,the enemy's first line of works, in rear of which, and running paral lel thereto, a main road leading to the Southeastern portion of the city. The line was advanced l/2 mile on this road, closely followed by the 52d Illinois, and soon found the enemy in strong works, immediately around Atlanta. Our skirmish line was establishdd within 800 yards of the rebel works, and distant about 1 1/4 miles from the heart of the city. Between the hours of 9 and 10 A.m., I received orders to move my command , following the Brigade of Colonel Mersey, I moved in a southerly direction on the main road running in rear of the Army, crossing the Railroad near the three mile house, arriving at a point 2 1/2 miles from my old position, and one mile in rear of the line of the 17th A.C. Here I formed my Brigade in single line per pendicular to Colonil Mersey's line and facing east. My right joined his left, at the high point in the open field--the two lines thus forming a right angle, and the 14th Oh.io battery of Morsev's Brigade in the ap^x of the angle. My regiments were 1139 July 1864. posted on tho right, 2d Iowa, on their left next V:elker's Battery (Lt. A. T. Plodgett, Commanding) the 7th Iowa Volunteers on the left. I immediately covered my front with a skirmish line, but had no time to construct v/orks. My position being in an open field, I could not rely on the bravery and endurance of my com mand. The skirmish line had just arrived at the timber eight hundred (800) yards fi-'om my front, v/hen they met the. enemy ad vancing in heavy force; the skiimish line after exchanging a few shots with the enemy, moved* by .the-left flank and uncovered my frott. This movement was hardly completed when Sihe enemy emer ged from the woods in heavy charging column, with battle flags proudly flaunting in thS breez ■ . They urst forth from the woods in trul magnificent style in front of my right; at the same time another heavy column charged General Fuller's lin , which was at the edge of the woods, l/2 mile to my right and rear and perpen dicular to my line. Hardly h-'d the enemy made his appearance in my front, when Blodgott opened on them a deadly fire, which rather staggered their line--yet on came the advancing rebels, and hotter grew the fire of the splendidly managed and magnificently fought battery of Blodgett; at the same time the 2d Vols, and the 66th Indiana opened on them with cool and deadly aim. Still on cane the charging colvunns more desperate than ever, those in front urged up by those in the rear, yet still my thin line stood like a fence of ironj not a man deserting his colors, which were all the July 1864. time being proudly and defiantly waved in the very teeth of the enemy. The battle was approaching a crisis, one or the other must succumb, when up came the gallant 52d Illinois in obedience to my order, with a cheer that for a moment attracted the attention of all--encouraging my hard pressed line to renewed efforts, and striking terror into the tor-n and bleeding ranks of the enemy. They turned and fled in utter confusion and terror, leaving their dead and v/ounded, and one stand of colors in front of my brigade. During the heat of action the line of Brig. Gen, Pullr was pressed back, and to guard against any contingency, I ordered my right regiment (66ih Iddi^a) which was being out of ammunition had just been relieved frmm the front line by the 7th lowr to change front to the rear, which was done, but Fuller's line soon regained their lost ground. I formed the 82d Illinois on the left of my Brigade. Lt. Col. Roger Martin, Cnmiaandlng 66th Indiana Volunteers, was in the thickest of the fight with his heroic troops. Lt. Col. Howard, commanding 2d Iowa, was at his post, and heroically per formed his duty, until near the close of the engagement, when he rece'ved a painful wound, and was carried to the rear. Lt. Col. Parrott, 7th Iowa, Lt. Col. Bowen, 52nd Illinois and Lt. Blodgett, 4 commanding Welkefi's Missouri Battery performed their whole duty unflinchingly. No better soldiers than ihc tried v terans of these regiments and Battery every engaged the enemy. I leave to Refeimental and batiery commanders to make mention of thos of their 1141 Juljr 1864. " command deserving notice. My staff officers, Lt. D, T. Bowler, Act. Asst. Adjt. Gen.Lt.J. 3. Morrison Aid-de-camp, and Lt. R. K. Randolph, Actg. Asst. Inspec tor Gen. deserve my especial thanlcs for their assistance and heroism--my orders were executed hy them with energy and without mistkae--no position was to- trying ob too perilous for them to go into to carry out my desires. My command captured one stand of colors, seventy-five prison ers, over six hundred (GOO) stands of arms, and buried on the field seventy-nine (79) rebel dead. In addition to this, there were at least forty (40) dead beyond my skirmish line left unburied--a ^ portion of these rebel dead, and captured arms were found in front of Col. Mersey's line. My loss was three (3) killed, three (3) officers and thirtyfive (35) men wounded, a list of which has heretofore been for warded . Report of Gen. Ccrse, Com; anding 2d division, 16th A.C. Near East Point, Ga., Sentember Btn, 1864. In compliance with Special Field Orders No. 73, Head Quarters Loft Wing 16th A.c., I have the honor to submit the following re port of the operations of this division (accompanied by these of subordinate o(ffmmanders) during the campaign commencing on the 3d ^ day of May 1864, and only regret that I shall be unable to speak ^ of the distinguished services rendered by individual officers and 1142 July 1864. men from my personal knowledge up to the 21st day of July 1864, at which time I assumed command thereof. At 4 o'clock A.I,!. July 10th, the Division m,oved out followed by the 4th division, 16th A.c., and Prrived at Roswell at 12 M., from thence proceeded to the Chattahoochee river, corssing the same and relieving General Newton's division of the 4th A.C. Dept. of the Cumberland. As soon as the crossing had been made the ^roops were at once set to work constructing fortifications which the division occupied until the 18th of July when it was again put in motion and bivouacked at Mason's Creek, about five miles distant. On the morning of the ]8th of July, the Division moved forward at an early hoxir, the 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry being in advance. The march was continued without important incident, crossing peach Tree Creek and from thence to Decatur, where it ar- - rived at 4 o'clock P. M. on the 19th, and bivouacked to the south west of the town in line of b attle. On the 20th of July, the Di vision moved but a short distance, taking a position on the right of the 15th A.C.--the 1st Brigade in line, the 2d Brgade in re serve-- skirmishers were here th? r-v;n forward and works constructed. The command regained in position as above described, until about 2 P. M. the 21st of July when it moved to the front and right in the direction of Atlanta, Ga. , making connection with General ■ Bchofield on the left, 1st Brigade in line, 2d Brigade in reserve, remaining in the position during the night. On the 22d of July 1143 July 1864. the division took an im^^ortant part in one of the severest battles of this memorable campaign, a special report of whi-h has been made by the Brigade and Battery commanders and transmitted to your head quarters, in consideration of which I shall only attempt to give a brief statement of position and operations of this day. At 10 o'clock A. M. it having been ascertained that the enemy had left our front, the Division was put in motion with orders from Maj. Gen. Dodge, commanding left wing 16th A.C., to proceed to a po sition on the extreme left of the Army of the Tennessee. It was d'aring the movement of this command in compliance therewith, and while making a temporary halt at a cross-road in waiting for an officer of General Dodge's Staff to ascertain which was the road the command was to pursue, that the enemy's pickets were discovered to be in the roar of the 17th A.c., which was in line of battle fronting nearly due Tiest, the 2d brigade being advance was i^ediately thrown into position gn the left of the 4th division, 16th A. C. with the 14th Ohio Battery on its left, and facing to the South; -."hile the 1st Brigade now coming up was placed in line al most at right angles with the 2d brigade, its right resting on the 14th Ohio Battery and fronting nearly Bast; Battery H, 1st Mis souri Light Artillery being placed in position by Captain Fred Welker, Chief of Artillery, a little in front and near the left, centre of Colonel Rice's command--tho entire Division being with out fortification or cover. Hardly had the arrangement been com- July 1864. ■pleted when the enemy,' driving fh our skirmishers, advanced through an Open field upon our line ,1 flaunting their flags and evincing a determination to crush thh' small force opposed to them. Their advance was -"-et first 'by Battery H, 1st Missouri Light 4- - ■ ' Artillery, and the l'4th Ohi® Battery plowing through their ranks T/ith' grape and canister, ancf "strewing the field with their dead and v.'ounded, but still pressing forward until meeting with a with ering fire fror, the Infantry, the"" wavered, broke and fled in con- .. . L 'iluno . fusion to the woods. . ■ ■ ' . V. i * o .. ■ ■ ^ . At the time the enemy's lines firstvavered the 12th Illinois-, • i, <• ., _ _ f ' ■ ■ . - - 9 Vol nteers and the 81st Ohio Volunteers of the 2d Brigade charged ; 'd'. ^ ■ '■ ■ g; , i . • ^ in the most ga\^,^t manner, adding greatly to the final reulse f^d routp of the :foc, and taking two. s-tands of, colors an,d 466 pris- •- - ( I ■ I . "I oners* Eajch .successive assauljt of l^he anem^ was mat and repulsed , in the same gal3kWi,t manner by,the, tiffJiOgs of- this command, until disheartened " the enemy was conjpelJtad—to withdraw -fjcom a field made untenable 'by the detcrm'jnation> coolness, and valor displayed by the troops of the 2d division, 16th Army Corps. At the time. tJ^ve enemy's . assaults had ceased in front of this command, and^in com pliance with orders frAfm Left Wing T6th aftd Brigade vi as sent to the support of the 2d division, 15th A.C. , and deploying near the railroad immediately Charged the enemy in the' mdst daring manner, retaking the works from which this division had been driven, and four 29-pounded parfcott guns of Be Ores's Battery and II July 1864. capturing about 190 prisoners. The works ttius retaken by a hand ful of men, led by the braver Mersey, were occupied by the same un til evening of this day, when the brigade was relieved and placed in reserve to the 2d division, 15th A.C, At 12 o'clock midnight two regiments of this brigade were ordered to report to General Leggett, Commanding 3d division, 17th A.C,, remaining on duty with this commad until July 26th when they rejoined their Brigade. The casualties in this command during the battle of the 2ad of July, which continued from twelve o'clock I.', to 5 o'clock P. M., resulted as follows: Commissioned Officers, killed 2---wounded 6; enlisted men, killed 31 wounded 165 missing 4; making an aggre gate of 208; nxamber of prisoners captured from the enemy 660. During the 23d, 24th and 25th of July that portion of the command not detached (one brigadd and one regiment of the 2d brigade) was engaged in burying rebel dead, removing their wounded and our own, and constructing fortifications. For number of dead, buried, cpature of arms and colors, see Recapitulation. July 26, 1864, I am indebted to Captain L, H. Everts, A.A.G. for the foregoing report of the operations of the 2d division, 16th A.C. to this date, at which time I assumed command. I found the division with its corps and department under marching orders. Organized and occupying a position as follows: 1146 July 1864. . ' The let Brigade, Colonel (now General). W. E.. Rice, comi?.anding, numbering 1084 effectives occupying line of the extreme left of the Army, abo.ut half-way betv/een Decatur and Atlanta, south of the Augusta Railroad, and distant from it about 1000 yards. : ' , ' ' The 2d brigade, Lt. Col. J.^ J. Phillips, now commarided by Col onel R. N. Adams, 81st Ohio, commanding, numbering 1591 effectives, distributed as fcllowsj The 81st Ohio Infantry and 12th Illinois Infantry, in the line of Leggett's division of the 17th corps; the 66hh Illinois on the railroad to Augusta having been engaged in destroying that road, and the 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry beyond Decatur, picketing and scouting under the orders of the corps com manders Company H., Ist Missouri Light Artiller-y, Lt. Blodgett Commanding, numbering 146 effectives, layin Battery on Rice's line. In addition to thd effectives in line there was a Pioneer Corps composed of 123 TThites and 190 Blacks, making a granfi total ,in the division of 3754 effectives. 1' < - At 12 P. M. the Division moved :orth crossing the railroad and • * 1 ' uniting. Rice's and Phillip's Brigades following. The road made during the day ran into the Decatur and Biickhead road, when a detour to the left was made, and the head of the column roved along a road south of Peach Tree Creek in a westerly directinn till it struck the Peach Tree Creek and Atlanta road near Sherman's Head Quarters, Here It halted and the command went into bivouac until daylight. 1X47 July 1864. i .r.y r 'frrr July 27,. 1864. The line of march continued westerly and close to peach Tree Creek till we crossed the Atlanta and Chatt anooga Railroad when the column again approached Atlanta, bearing east of it, till it arrived near the intersection of the Atlanta and TunerlS Ferry Road with Proctor's Creek, at apomnt known as < the Jeff C. Davis Hills (his troops being in occupation -on the exO treme right of the army.) Here it halted for further orders. The 2d dlvisi"n being in advance of the army of the Tennessee, * necessarily went first into the new position. Major General Howard, who had assumed command of the Department of the Tennessee that morning, wishing to expedite the movement ordered me to cross Peach Tree Creelc, and advance with my left on tTie crest to *a high f ridge distant about 1500 yards south of the Jeff C, Davis Hill. At 3 P. H. the Division passed over and was formed in Echelon by Brigades from the left. Rice's Brigade on the left, Phillips on the right both covered by a cloud of skirmishers. The command moved forward through the thick under-growth, in fair order, over the consecutive ridges, without' meeting any oppo sition that the skirmishers could not overcome. The ridges desig nated were soon intrenched, a substantial sixed gun battery built on a prominent knoll the whole line having a fine command over an open field beyond which Atlanta wsok visible distant about 2000 yards. . i.. 1148 nic July 1864. Late in the evening, the other division of this corps came up and extended our right, and still later the 15th and 17th corps bivouaced in our rear. Our line now rested its left on Proctor's Creek and run southerly facing alrost due East. The stream here divided the army of the Cumberland from that of the Tennessee, ^ Baird's rUvision, 14th Corps, being the right of the former, ^ This division of the 16th A.C. being the left of the latter, ^ July 28th: The 17th corps got into position earlj^ on our right, and the 15th while forming on their right, were struck by Hood's columns, with so much fury as to threaten disorder. This Division was held in readiness to reinforce any point, but being calledon for but two regiments I directed Col. J. J. Phillips to comply with the order as promptIj' as possible. He moved about 2 P. M» at a double quick with the 81st O^io and the 66th Illinois, arriving just in time to relieve two regiments of Morgan L, Smith's Division, that had exhausted their ammunition. Their loss was Blight, but their service at the critical moment invaluable and warmly appreciated and recognized by Major General Logan, Command- 'ing 15th A.C. Dxiring this engagement, although in reserve the command was subjected to a severe and continuoiis shelling from the rebel artillery, July 28th and 29th the command was engaged in strengthening their works, suffered some from the close proximity of Rebel sharp-shooters,. We could not drive them out of their nits in con1149 July 1864. ^ sequence of lack of co-operation of the conmand on our left. Report of Col. J. Sprague, commanding 2d brigade, 4th f . • , division, 16th A.C., near Atlanta, Ga., July 25, 1864, On the 21st inst., I w as ordered to proceed with my Brigade, consisting of the 25th Wisconsin, 35th New Jerso3^ and 63d Ohio In fantry (the 43d Ohio being at Roswell) and a section of Battery C,, 1st Michigan Artillery to Decatur, Ga,, and picket strongly the roads leading south and east of that town. On arriving there, --■"Six compf3nies were posted, covering all the a preaches, and the three regiments and artillery put in position to defend and hold the town. In the forenoon of the 22d inst,, the enemy's cavalry made some demonstrations along our front, particularly on the road | over which the 17th corps had passed. ' I ordered four companies of the 25th Wisconsin, and four comf panies of the 63d Ohio all under Lt, Col, J, M. Rusk, to make a reconnoisaance, anA ascertain if possible the force of the enemy. Colonel M. Montgomery, commanding 2r6h Wisconsin asked permission to g^ , and I consented. Soon after the Battalion started, 2d Lt, T, D. Criffin with four guns of the "Chicago Board of Trade" Bat tery reported to me, and I assigned him a position on the north of the jail and near the road. This Battery was. supported by . "■ three companies of thd 63d Ohio Infantry. The two remaining com panies of this regiment were on the right of the line, near Dr. Hoyle's house, on the hill south bf^ t^e railroads On their ( 11 &0 July 1864. left were two guns of Battery G,, 1st Michigan Artillery, next the remaining companies of the 25th T^isconsin, farther to the left and. covering the roads from the southeast the 35th New Jersy was post ed, "olonel Montgomery had proceeded with the 8 companies, named but a short distance bJSfore the enemy was developed in consider able force. Our skirmishers being sharply engaged, and discover ing the enemy moving in force to the left of Colonel Montgomery with the evident design of cutting him off, I ordered him to move to the left and rear, so as to be in supporting distance of the main line. He had hardly executed the movement, before the'enemy advanced in strong force in my fron^, and at the same time pretty large masses were seen moving to my rear, both on my right and left. Colonel Montgomery's Battalion got somewhat entangled in a swamp, which was found in the rear when he attempted to rejoin the main line, and being heavily pressed by the enemy, the command came in with the organization somewhat broken. Before all could extri cate themselves from the swamp, some werer surrounded and captured by the ene^Jy. The two companies on the right of the Battery being joined by ono or two companies from the reconnoitering party, a line was at once formed nearly perpendicular to the original line, to meet the enemy on the right, and Colonel Cladek with the 35th New Jersey was doing the ssaie 'bsn the left. There was little dif ficulty in checking the advance of the enemy in front at any time e.'tetefi 1151 9h$n em* : u Viar'uf.t fcms ' -:V ■■ ■■ ' '•t July 1864. .^rmt itift dulling the action, but the masses passing to my rear on the right and left would endanger the trains in town and on the road from Roswell. I fell back to the hill on the south side of the town. The line was soon formed with six guns in position, and the fight continued, until the town was very nearly enveloped by the super ior numbers of the enemy, when I again fell back into the court House square, fighting from three sides of it. Here again the artillery opened with effect. The trains of the 15th corps, v/hich were in town when the fight commenced, had all withdrawn and were safe. , I had no doubt of my ability to hold the court house and the ^ t - - town, but this would not prevent the enemy from attacking the , trains of our Army coming up from Roswell, so I withdrew from the town on the Roswell road, and made a short stand just north of the place, to beat off the enemy who were approaching the road from the west. . ' V ^ ln this I was assisted by Major Kuhn, of the 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry, who threwoxit a strong line of skirmisherw to the west of the road mentioned. He ha just come up from Roswell « with the train, which sometime before I had ordered turned to the right towards the rear of the 23d corps. m h ■»? After the Artillery had all passed, I moved along the Roswell l^oaA'leisurely to junction of Pace's Ferry road, and took a strong position, and threw un some rude but strong defences. This point 1152 rf I « ii \ July 1864. iXift is about one mile northward from Decatur. » ' Here Colonel Wager Swayne, commanding 43d Ohio, came up and joined me. The trains which.were passing in my rear towards the '23d Corps were hastened forward, and soon all w§re known to be safe, but the enemy did not see fit to follow and continue the fight. My skirmishers were advanced and remained during the • • nighjj in sight of the town, into which I returned with my command the next morning, the enemy having withdrawn. i' >1 v.-xt The force rttacking me.was said to be two divisions of Wheeler's Cavalry and Mounted Infantry. All the enemy's forces engaged in the fight were dismounted.. I have no menas of knowing the loss of the enemy,- . He reported to the citizens of Decatur that it was between five and six hundred. My loss will'be seen by the accompanying reports of Rggimental and Battery Comnr nders, which I have the . honor to transmit herewith, to be two hundred and forty two killed, ' ft* f f * wounded and missing. ~ ' Colonel M. Montgomery, 25th Wisconsin Voltinteers, was wounded early in the action, and fell into the hands of the enemy. The commrnd of the regiment then devolved upon Lt. Col. J. M. Rusk. Lt. Col. Charles Brown, commanding 63d Ohio, was wounded near the close of the action in the Igg, which has since been amputated near the thigh; the command of this regiment then devolved upon'M-ftjor J. t. Fouts. •• tr-" ,n- ' 'O The gallant 35th New Jersey Volunteers was comjnanded by Col1153 Huly 186«. :xar. fe'i''!.- onel J. J. Cladek, and from first "to last was handled with rareJ; skill and bravery. Captain Walker's Report, ' Battery H,, 1st Missouri Light Artillery Lt. A.t.Blodgett, Commanding, was ordered to take position in an open field. The time for choosing was very limited, everything had to be dgne Speedily, The battery had not been in position more than five minutes before-the enemy's charging colximns of infantry made their appearance in the open field. •or; , Th© promptness with whichevery order was obeyed by the offi cer commanding the battery, proved that confidence had not been misplaced. Lt, A. T. Blodgett on this occasion proved that he was an able and competent commander. Lt. John F. Bonnuer, commanding right section, was placed in a very exposed position, arri the able manner with which he commanded his section is deserving of especial mention, Lt. Dennis McCarthyk Commanding left section, did all that an officer could do. In ' short, I aa thankful to every officer and soldier of the battery for the able, brave and cool manner in which each and every one performed liis duty. I cannot, however, pass over, without making 'Special mention, of the conduct of 1st Sergeant John L, Lascom, coBBianding line of caissons, and Sergeant Seth Cal oun, who was wounded through the neck and arm, but did not leave the field. Both of these sergeants displayed a great amount of bravery, and I ".a* le.'.V-tA I'M 0ti July 18C4. . .1 X.ri I f , . . . 'v/.ywould respectfully recominend both for promotior. A. - , ^ Report of Lt. S. m. Laird, Commaind 14th Ohio Battery, near Atlsinta, Ga., July 24, 1886, I have the honor to submit the following report of the part performed by this battery in the engagement of the 22d. In the • . » ■ morning tit 9 o'clock, we lay in partk to the right of the railroad near Gen. Dodge's head quarters. We very soon after received - orders to report to General Fuller at the front and extreme left of our lines. Reaching that vicinity near 11 o'clock, and hearing t •• that the enemy was moving on our flank, we, in compliance with the orders of General Sweeney, whose division we had followed, went into position, commanding the ravine from which the enemy was exf pected to i sue. The lines were scarcely formed when the rebel column appeared where we expected to, see them, and where we cor.ld give the-^the best possible reception. We opened at once with shell, fipdkng.as rapidly as possible, yet on the^' came. Canister was then used wlt^ good effect. The enemy broke, rallied, broke ^ figain and again rallied; but, after long and persistent fighting-, .they were compalled to fall bgck. During the engagm.enet, we lost two men kliied and wounded. Two of the six were woundod - slightly, and cohtifUWd on dutyj .,35^ ammunition expended amounted to 6CI rnunde. Six horses were wounded, four of which were ren dered unserviceable. Since the engagement one officer and 40 men from the 2nd IT. S, Battery have been temporarily assigned to this battery which gives us for duty 4 Officers and 1600 men. 1155 July 16G4. .i )6C vr< . Report of Brls. Gen. J. M. Corse, Commanding 2d division, 16th A.C,, before Atlanta, Ga., August 7, 1864. I have the honor to transmit herewith Special Official re ports from Brigade and Regimental commanders of the part taken by hh eir respective coniinanders in the engagements with the enemy before Atlanta, Ga,, July 22d, 1864. •V.7 - Having assu.ied cormaand of the 2d division subsequent to the date above mentioned, I am unable to make a full and concise re port of the operations and r.ovements of this command on the 22d ult,, or to make mention of officers or soldiers who particularly distingiiished themselves; thi§, however, will in a measure be re medied by the reports of their immediate coimnanders--which also show clearly, that the entire iivlslon hohaved with the utmost gallant i?y. Report of Lt. Col. J. J. Hhillips, Commanding 2d brigade, 2d division, 16th A.C. before Atlanta, Ga., August 6, 1864. In compliance with Special Field Orders No. 45, Head quarters Left Wing 16th A.C., I would respectfully report that the 2d brig- 'gade, 2d division, 16th A.C., during the action of the 22d ult.. occupied a position on the right of the line of the 2d division. in order as follows: 12th Illinois Infantry Volunteers on the right; 81st Ohio Infantry volunteers centre; 66th Illinois Infan try Volunteers on the left. Two companies of the. 66th Illinois Infantry volunteers were deployed as skirmishers, and almost iml Uitt scMcri*. 1156 '' ; » ■«1 July 1864. _ . ; mediately after the de >lo3'ment was effected, the enemy attacked v.ith great-spirit, driving^the skirmishers back, and the artillery t attacked to the division opening on the head of the charging col umns of the enemy, checked and threw that column into confusion. At this time, Maj. Gen. Dodge, Commrnding Left TJing 16th 4.C., gave the order direct to the commanding Officers of the 81st Ohio In fantry and I2tb Illinois Infantry to move forv/ard and attack the enemy, which was most gallantly done, resulting in repulsing the enemy, and capturing 2 stands of colors and about 400 prisoners. The enemy having been repulsed in their frequent attacks on this front, in accordance with orders from the Commanding Officer of the 14ft wing 16th A.C., this Brigade was ordered to the sup port of the 2d division, 15th A.C., and was deployed on the right of r the railroad in the following order: 66th Illinois Infantry ■ ' ' - < ■ t j Volunteers on the right; 81st Ohio Infantry Volunteers centre; 12th Illinois Infantry Volunteers on the left, resting on the Rail road. This deployment having been promptly effected, the brigade was ordered to "charge," which it did in the most prompt'and daring » . manner, retaking the works from which the 2d division 15th A.O. ^ad been driv n, and recapturing four guns--2o pounder parrot.tsa-- of De Grass* Battery and capturing about 109 prisoners. The brigade occupied the works at this place until evening, ■ ' * when it was relieved and held as reserve of the 2d division l5th A.C. At 12 o'clock at night tWo regiments—the hist bhio Infan- • fc ' i1157 July 1064. try and 12th Illinois Infantry--were ordered to report to General Leggett, cor.-rnding 3d division 17th A. C., and remain subject to his orders until the 26th ult., when they v;ere relieved, and order- •ed to report to the commanding Officer of the •2d division,' the 66th Illinois Infantry during the"said time reporting to the com manding offcer of the 2d division 15th A.C. The entire captures by the brigade v;ere 4 guns, 20 poundef Parrotts (De Grass's Battery) retaken; 2 stands of colors; 585 ■prisoners. ' ' ' ' During this action the brigade was under the c®mmand of Col. Aug. Mersey of the 9th Illinois Infantr:" Volunteers and the pres ent commanding officer regrets that this report could not have been made by Colonel Mersey, as the Brigade was acting xmder his oCders and immediate supervision, and greater justice could have been done the regiments of the Brigade In the report, than is pos- ^ . ■ sible Jjy one whoso connection with the command commenced after that r action, and as the commanding Officer is compelled to make his reI port from the reports of Regimental Commanders, nothing is attemp ted, other than to give a condensed statement in reference to pof sition, captures, losses, &c. Extract from paper read by Gen. W.E.strong at a reunion of the society of the Army of the Tenness e, October 31, 1878. Pages 238, 241, 242, 243. (Reunions of the Society of the Army of t ■ • the Tennessee. Vol. 13). 1159 July, 1864. 1 ■ *,' X. - A few minutes before 12 o'clock, we met General Logan and staff, General Blair and staff, and several of the division com manders, on the railroad, three-quarter's of a mile, or more, in rear of the right division of the ISthcorps, and as everything at this time was quiet, along our entire line, we all dismounted and had our lunch together in a little grove of oaks just to the south of the railroad. ■ (Page 241) This letter was sent to General Dodge by a,member of the General's staff. I cannot now recall with certainty, • which one, but think it was Lieutenant Rose of the Signal Corps, The officer, whoever he was, had hardly disappeared from sight, when a shot was heard to the left and rear of us, and then another followed quickly by a rattling volley' of small arms, and at almost the same instant a shell came crashing through the tree tops near us, followed by rapid and incessant firing from Dodge's corps, r i,. At the first shots every officer sprang to his feet and called for his horse. The time, I should think, was ten or fifteen min utes past 12. \ wi:* Generals Logan and Blair left instantly for their respective corps. Steel was sent to^Decatur, five miles back, with instruc tions for Colonel Sprggue, ^ Clark, Wil.lard, ReAse and Buel were sent with important orders to different parts of the field, Hickenlooper, Gile and myself being the only members of the staff who remained with the General. 1160 July 1864. ^ r .> V' t « We rode ra ddly through a heavy ^ove of timber which lay to the south of the railroad and soon came to the open fields beyond, where the larger part of our supply trains were parked, and as the animals were being exposed to a. heavy fire from the enem.y's guns, and there was some excitement and confusion among the teamsters, McPherson left Captain Gile to look after them, with instructions to work the train back towards the railroad-and to the north of it, if possible, and get it out of range of the artillery. Hickenlooper was sent by the General about this time to look after the aftillery of the 16th corps, which was about going into action. The General and myself, accompanied only by our orderlies, rode on and took position on the right of Dodge's line, and witlessed the desperate assaults of Hood's army. - ^ The divisions of Generals Fuller and Sweeneyx' were formed in single line of battle in the open fields, without cover of any* kind, (Puller's Division on the right,) and were Warmly engaged. The enemy massed in columns three or four, lines deep, m.oved out of the dense timber several hundred yards from General Dodge's posi- *'Hion, and after gaining fairly the open fields, halted and opened a rapid fire upon the 16th corps. They, however, seemed sui"»prised to find our infantry in line of battle, -pX-epared for attack, and after facing for a few minutes the destnictive fire from the di visions of Generals Fuller and Sweeney, fell back in disorder to the" 'fibVer of the woods. Here, however,' their lines were quickly 1161 July 1864. *• ^ reformed, and they again advanced, evidently determined to carry the oosition. . ... The scene at this time was grand and impressive. It seemed to us that every mounted officer of the attacking column was riding at the front of or on the right or left of the first line of battle. The regimental colors waved and fluttered in advance oftho lines, and not a shot was fired by the rebel infantry, although the movement was covered by a heavy and well directed fire from artillery ^ich was posted in the woods and on higher ground, and which enabled the guns to bear upon our troops with solid shot and shel], firing over the attacking column, •o ' It seemed impossible, however, for the enemy to face the Sweeping, deadly fire from Puller's and Sweeny's divisions; and the guns of the 14th Ohio and Wiker's Batteries fairly mowed great swathes in the advancing columns. They showed great steadiness and closed up the gaps and preserved their alignments, but the iron and leaden hail that was fairly poured upon them was too much for flesh and blood to stand, and before reaching the centre of the Open fields the columns were broken up and thrown into great con fusion, Taking advantage of this, a port on of Fuller's and Sweeney's divisions, with bayonets fixed, charged the enemy and f 'droire theM back to the woods, taking many prisoners. The 81st Ohio charged' first, then the 39th Ohio, Colonl McDowell command^ ing, and the 27th Ohio, Oolonil Churchill commanding. . uiaal --■'-.TT'v-TBTpira,-.. Julyl864. General McPherson's adMration for the steadiness and deter mined bravery of the 16th corps was unbounded. General Dodge held one of the keys to the position and General Leggett the other at "Bald Hill." Had the 16th Corps given way, the rebel army would have been in the rear of the 17th and 15th corps, and would have sweet like an avalanche over our supply trains, and the position of the Army of the Tennessee would have been very critical, although, without doubt, the result of the battle would have been in our favor, because the armies of the Cumberland and Ohio were close at hand and the enemy would have been checked and routed fin?thei' on. About the time this, his second attempt to «arry Dodge's po sition, failed. General McPherson sent me to General Biair to as certain the condition of affairs along his line, and instructed me to say to Giles Smith to hold hi§ position, that he would order up troops to occupy the gap between the 17th and 16th Corps, and also Saying as I left him that he would remain with his orderly where he then was (a commanding position on Dodge's right) until I re turned. I rode rabidly through the woods towards the 17th corps and found General Blair with General Giles -A-. Smith near the ex treme left of the 4th division (Halls' Brigade.) ^rom these two officers I learned that rebel infantry had been seen moving out of Atlanta and towards the left flank of the 17tb Corps, and they feared the enemy was trying to get in the rear of the army or was feeling for the break in the line and hoped to cut off the 16th Corps July 1864. _ . f'-T, , James Marten's Report. 1st Brigade, Second Division, 15th Army Corps, July 24th: t ' Receiving an order from Division Head quarters at 3 P. M. to 'v take my reserves composed of the 116th and 127th Ills, and 6th Mo. and report to Gen. Harrow commanding the 4t>i division, the command of jti. the two regiments occupying the works, the 57th Ohio and 55th Ills,, * was turned over to Lt. Col, Mott, the 11th Ills, being in an ad vanced position as support for the pickets. He being in command dur ing the assault, I beg leave to submit his report of that period of the engagement, . I reported with my reserve to Gen. Harrow, and immediately after being assigned to position, received another order to march on the Decatur road and report to Gen, Dodge, which I did and was again t placed in position, soon after which I was informed by Gen. Logan thfet our lines were broken and you driven back and ordered to report immediately back to my commands I* informed the commanding officers of the regiments of the wnolJ reserve of our division and gave the command to forward to its Bupport, which was obeyed on the double quick". On arriving in the open field in front of our line of works. 'i' formed line and charged the works; we were repuleed in the first ♦ charge by an enfilading fire from the r>ht, but again reformed ard drove the enemy from our works, recapturing two pieces of artillery, taking one stand of colors and some 30 or 40 nrlsoners. 1164 July 1864. * Extract from Col. Jesse J, Phillip's Report, 2nd Brigade, 2nd division, 16th Army Corps, August 6th:- , The enemy have been repulsed in their frequent attacks on this front, in accordance with orders from the commanding officer of the left wing of the 15th Corps, This brigade- was ordered to the support of the Second division, 15th Army Corps, and was deployed on the right of the*railroad in the following-order:- 66th Ills on the right- 81st Ohio in the center- 12th Ills, on the left resting on the railroad. .i-oii;-, This deployment having been promptly effected, the brigadS was ordered to ""charge which it did in the most prompt and daring manner, retaking the works from which the Second Division 15th Arm:; Corps had been driven, and recapturing 4 guns- 20 pounder Parro'ts of De" Greaa' Battery and capturing about 109 prisoners. The Brigade occupied the works at that place uijtil evening, d Extract from report of Gen., J. D. Cox, Brig, Gen. commanding 3d division, 23d Army Corps, Decatur, Ga., Sept, lOt' 1864:- a. Next morning, (Friday the 22nd) we advanced to withSn 1200 yards of the enemy's works and commenced the erection of fortifications near the Howard House on the Atlanta road, under a brisk artillery and skirmish fire. About noon in obedience to orders to send a brigade back upon the road, we had come to protect trains endangered by the enemy's ettack tlpon the left of the Army of the Tennessee, I dis patched ReillY'a Brigade to Pea Vine Creek, with orders to secure a ^ position 1165 MIX July 1864. covering the trains, and act as circumstances might make necessary ■for the protection of the rear and flank of the army. < 7 A little later, receiving orders to proceed with two brig ades to cover the left flank of the Army of the Tennessee, I marched with Cameron's and Barten's brigades and the 15th Indiana Battery by th Atlanta & Decatur road to a position 1 1-2 miles from Decatur and about one mile to the left of the I6th Army corps, reporting for orders to MaJ, Gen. Logan, commanding the Army of ihe Tennessee (Gen.^ Mc . Pherson havin- been killed in the morning). The brigades were ordered to intrench, Barten's on the. left of the road, Cameron on the right, and the battery in the center. About 4 o'clock. Gen. Dodge, com manding the 16th Corps, requested the assistance of a brigade in of an expected attack upon the left flank, arid X immediately dispatched Barte:-'s brigade to him, holding the road with Cameron's » Brigade and the battery. The enemy did not appear in any force on the Decatur road and I held the position unmolested through the night. Meanwhile the enemy's cavalry had attacked and driven from Decatur, Sprague'a brigade of the 16th corps, which retired northward some distance on the Cross Keys road. At the request of Cd. Sprague, Col. Reilley advanced his brigade in support and the two brigades main tained the.position on the first ridge north of the town, the enemy retiring upon tiie arrival of re-inforcements-to Sprague's assistance. 1166 yd ' ' ■ July 1864. Boyd's brigade had remaihed "In position on the right of Haskell's division during the day fortifying the line. About 5 o' clock, p. M. the enemy made an assault upon the right of the Army ' of the Tennessee in front of the Howard House and Cokeville's 1 battery of this division, (Battery D 1st Ohio artillery) was moved from Boyd's line by coraand of the General corananding fhfe Army of the Ohio, and was brought into action upon the ridge, about 100 yds.- in front of the house mentioned, when it did good, service in f f repelling the attack, c-ausing great execution in the enemy's ranks. * '• - Extract from-He ort of Lt. Col. R.R.Towne, A.AAG and Chief o-f Staff, dated at East Point, Ga., -Sept. 10th, 1864 (No reports from Gen. Morgan L. Smith.' ^ The line had been so much weakened by the withdrawal of i/ ~ I . ** Marten's brigade to reinforce Gen. Dodge commanding th > 16th Army Corps, that he should gain advantage -over this part of the line. The action resiiLted so quicly that reinforcements were not able to reach the point until after the two guns of Co. A., 1st Ills light artillery had been removed from the lino and taken from the rear by the enemy. •rtf "i: » -1 Extract from the Official report of the operations of the 15th Army Corps, by Gea. IiOgan, dated E««t point, Sept. 13th, 1864: At about 10 o'clock A.M. this belief was confirmed by a report that the enemy were moving in heavy force around the left flank 1167 July 1864. of the amny formed by Gen. Blair, 17th Corps, with the evident inten tion of striking us in the flank and rear. As soon as the report reached him, Gen. McPherson rode at once tov/ard the left of the army to ascertain corr-xtly the truth of the report, parting with me in the vicinity of the white house on the railroad. The enemy soon developed his intentions by making a most desperate attack on the rear and flank of the 17th army corps. In the midst of the first on-set of the enemy, news was brought me of • * " the probable death of Gen. McPherson, which was soon confirmed. In a few moments I v?as directed by verbal orders of Gen, Sherman, commanding the armies, to at once assume command of the army, assuring me • « at the same time that whatever assistance I might need would be r furnished me. Acting upon these instructions, I turned ove» the 15th army corps, thus slightJy engaged, to Brig, Gen, Morgan L. Smith, At another point of the lines, situated immediately across the rail and dirt road, the enemy jnade a sudden and desperate assault compelling a portion of the Second Division to give way, and cap tured two guns of the Battery A., l:^t Ills light artillery, which they succeeded in carrying away; although under the personal direction of Gen. Smith, the line was almost imr.ediately re-taken. The reason the enemy gained the advantage over this part of my line may bo explained by the fact that 1 was compelled to weaJien that portion of the line b the wlth-drawal of Col Marten's brigade to fulfil a request to furnish Gen. Dodge re-enforcements. 1168 '.zul fj.tl'sr ,• ■ ••»• ,7!? ."*yvr t-' rrrr-. *0 July 1864, ' ' . who was at this time severely engaged with the enemy on the left flank and rear of the army. The Div sion of Gen. Harrow during this time, •aiJ tiL 1 ' §as desperately engaged with the enemy. The fighting along the entire line of the corps was of the most desperate character often being hand to hand. The troops could not have acted more gallantly or behaved better. 1st. 2nd, Division of the 16th corps on the extremem right .: —.'T . • : ■ t . . . • . of the Army of the Tennessee on the morning of the 22nd. (See Gen. Logan's report of September 10th, 1864, Page 2), t," 2nd, The 15th Corps formation was one division. Brig. Gen. C. R. Woods on the right, - second division. Gen. Morgan L. Smith in rl ' . • IJ ' ' the benter, and the 4th division. Gen. "arrow on the left. The ex- \ treme left of the line wa<s held by the 17th Corps, disposed as fol lows: The 3d division, Gen, Leggitt on the right: 4th division. Gen. Giles A. Shiith on the left- The 3d division. Gen. Leggitt, occopied a hill, a military position of great importance, and the 4th, Division was in position on a continuation of the ridge along the » » McDonough road, with the left flank refused toward the East. The let Brigade, 4t division, 16th Army Corps, Gen. Fuller was in re serve to the 17th Corps. The Second Cavalry division. Gen. Garrard, which had been coverln|i the left flank and the teams of the command ^ at De^atx^r hovlng been sent on an expedition to Covington, the Second tCift nS r Julj' 1864. • - Brigado of tTr^ 4t,h divj.sion of the 16th Army Corps, com'^anded by * '• Col. Sprgaue, was posted at Decatur three miles to our rear and right, to cover the sunnly trains. . .. ' ^ ^ ..j The position occupied by the army was intrenched and crossed •' % the Augusta Railroad at the connection of the 1st. and 2nu divisionof the 3 5ti corps. .. . • , 3d. Soon after the occupation of this line. Gen. McPherson ordered Gen. Dodge to withdraw Gen. Sweeney's division of the 16th corps from the right and mass it in the rear of a new position to be 4 ■ • % *• selected for the 17th corps. The Division moved along a road parallel < • J;o the railroad and bivouacked about three' quarters of a mile in the f ♦ rear of the 17th corps. Gen. McPherson also ordered Gen. Dodge to put a brigade of his 4th division on the left of the position assigned to the 17th corps. The brigade had net yet moved when the attack was made. 4th:- Very soon after 12 o'clock the pickets of Gen. Giles A. Smith's division of the 16th corps which had been thrown out a mile \ • I ... . . . I • . sj Xi. and a half in rear of his line and in front of Gen. Sweeney's division of the 16th corps, vere attacked. Skirmi hers were thrown out by Gen. - 1 . Sweeney, who at once found the enemy advancing toward the 16th corps. The enemy had moved a heavy force into the woods on the left flank and f rear of the 17th corps, with the evident intention of striking the 1170 4y July 1864. r * left of the 17th corps, and at the same time throwing a heavy column in its rear. At the time the firing commenced. Gen. McPherson 'was near the 15th corps. Upon hearing the firing, he rode rapidly towards the left of the army. I rode at the same time in that direction, but learning from an officer whom I met that an attack was being made in force, I returned to my corps. A short time after-wards, Lt. Col. Strong brought m'e an order from Gen. McPherson to send a brigade to fill the interval between the 16th and 17th corps. 1 sent the 3d Rriigade of the 1st division. Col. Wangelin commanding. In riding across the interval to Gen. Giles A. Smith's Division, Gen. McPherson was killed by the enemy's skirmishers. The rebel force, Hardee's corps, advancing rapfldly, forced back the pickets of Giles A. Smith's division, and struck the left flank exactly perpendicular to his line of battle. At> the same time a heavy fire was opened from batteries posted on a ridge in their rear. The fire being directed upon the rear of the 17th corps. y Simultaneously with this attck, the enemiv emerged from the timber in front of the 16th corps in three columns. It was evident that the movem.ent was intended to strike the 17th corps on the flank and rear st the saoe time, and that the rebel commander was not aware of the p{*eaencp of Gen. Sweeney's division in that part of the field. 1171 July 1864. . 'Oc.iji ' t/f' ■Gen, Dodge had at the first skirmishing nut his Second • ' - fxn Division with two batteries of artillery into line of battle with • • Gen, F"iier's Brigade on its right. The enemy moved upon the rear and right of the command of , , Gen. Dodge, This movement exposed the flank of the enemy's columns.- Gen, Dodge at once pushed forward two regiments, the 12t Ills, and • 81st Oh4-0 that delivered so destructive a fire on the enemy's flank that his column gave way, A charge wafl made and the enemy fell back to the v/oods. Gen, Dodge then withdrew his line a short distance to 4,he rear. : '' I o.-fT 5:- Gen, Logan's Report, pages 6 to •- •- a<r Received information of Gen, McPherson's death about One, •'II. o'clock^ ^in^ the order from Gen, Sherman to assume command. Sane Page 12;- ' ♦ , , ^ , 6:- The left of the 17th corps and the right of the brigade ^th division, 16th corps, Gen. Dodge's right, there was an interval of fully a mile in width, the greater ;ortion of this interval was heavily timbered lurid afforded an excellent^ cover fob the movements of the^ eneayr's tr^ooph. It yr&s occupied by no troops whatever except Cr.l, Wangelin's Brigade of the Uth corps, which I moved as I came into the field between the elevated position in the rear of the cen ter of the 4th division of the 17th corps about mid-way between Bald 1172 July 18G4. • - ' Hill and Gen. Dodge's conunsnd. It was partly covered by a brigade of Gen, *^olcott. After repulsing the Rebel attack Gen. Dodge had retired • his position somewhat; had thrown back his right and left flank and sent ^ urgent request for re-enforcements to cover his left flank. I orcered-Gen. M. L. Smith to send him Col. Marten's brigade of the Second Division'of the 15th corps. His position was in rear of Col. Leggett's division, facing at right angles to his line of battle and with both flanks refused. * ' The 16th and 17th corps had already suffered considerably, Two guns of the 17th gorps, and six guns of the 16th Corps and sev- ^ eral hundred prisoners having been captured. They had received the attack of the heavy determined colvunns of Hardees* Corps, made under the most unfortunate and dangerous circumstances, but had by the un surpassed bravery of the men, and the great skill and recourse of their immediate commandbrs, maintained" the integrity of^their lines. Gen. Logan's Report, pages 13 to 16:- I also ordered Gen. Dodge to swing his right or refused line up so as to connect with the left Of Col. Wangelin's brigade (Page 17) :■ '?th:- Up to this time (3 o'clock) th 15th corps had not been attacked. (Page 19). ^ «. .> ; 1173 July 1864 8th;- The attack upon the second division, 15th corps, was at * ' • 3:30. Page 19. . 9th. The with-drawal of Marten's brigade frorn the Second ''J Division, to re-enforce the 16th corps made an interval between the right of the second and the left of the 1st ^vision which was held by a thin line of skirmishers. Col. ^angelin's brigade had been witht drawn from the 1st division, so that there were no reserves to the Corps. • Page 20. 10th;- At that time I was giving ordrrs to Gen. Dodge, having just ridden to his left where Gen. Cox's division of the 23d Corps for w'lich I had asked, had gone into position covering the Decatur t road. The command of Gen. Dodge was not engaged. Capt, ^heeler of my staff informed me of the disaster to the 15th Corps and I or dered Col. Marten to move at double quick back to his division and also ordered Gen, Dodge to send a brigade of the 16th corps to the as sistance of the right of our linel at the same time directing . him, that in the event that he needed support, to call upon Gen, Cox, comAanding the division of the 25d Corps on his left. The Second Brigade of the Second division'of the.16th corps. Col. Mersey commandingmoved promptly out and I conducted it to the rear of the old ^ , Works of the Second division of the 15th Anay Corps, where it de-. ployed on the right of the railroad. . " t v ^ 1174 -.v July 1864. ' When I arrived Gen. Morgan L. Smith and Gen. Lightburn were re-forming the lines of the Second Division in a ravine between-the two lines of works. I ordered Gen. Smith so soon as he cbuld re-form his lines to retake the position and batteries which had been lost. Gen. Woods, commanding the 1st division which was on the right of the second division, finding his*position untenable, the enemy occu pying the position three or four hundred' yards to his left and rear, threw back his left and rear forming a line facing the enemy's- flank, his right resting at the Howard House. y At the same time Ma;. LandgVabber, Chief of Artillrry of hhe 1st Division who had six guns in position, moved them into the open field arfd opened a fire upon the enenry compelling him to s^ok shelter, killing the horses of Defress* batteries, and preventing the enemy from re-moving the guns. Geh. Woods then moved ills Ist,-.;^ " brigade attacking in flank and his second brigade attacking in flank and front. ' ' t • ^ " « At the same time the Second Division followed at a short dis tance by Col. Mersey's Brigade, advanced upon the enemy's front. The '^'lioVement was successful. Gen. Woods' division striking the enemy's flank, it began to break, and soon afterwards the Second division charging his front, the line of works, DeGress' battery and two guns of Battery A were re-capfcured, • »■ - i ' Jifyi : o U . c 1X75 July 1864. Gen. T^oods swung his left around and the whole line of 1st. and Second Divisions was re-occupied with no opposition except a fierce assault upon the 4th Iowa, which was repulsed. ,, 11th:- About 6 o'clock Gen. Smith formed a line perpendicular I I u to his line of works. Page 27. 12th;- That he, (Hood) did not succeed was due, in my judg ment to the lateness of the hour at which the attack was made, the lack of concert in his movements, the opportune presence of a por tion of the 16th corns in the rear of the left of our line, but more that all these, to the splendid'bravery and tenacity of the men, and ^he ability and skill of the officers of the Army of the Tennessee:- Army Corps. ♦ 15th.- 16th.- Killed. Wounded. Missing, Total. 118 ^ ' 103 AttT 17th.- ' . 209 ' ; netUrftf lUktr mil «idi ! 430 nttlMriiiod nt Artillery lost;- . 15th Corps:- . r r. 16th " 535 167 1031 1067 854 1801 • 1733 3722 uHi 17th ,> iRf Total 4 guns, 6 " 2 " 12 guns. tNie; 14ih;- %h4'Right f re-enforced that portion of the 17th Corps which occupied Bald Hill* Page.35. r f!aeg'« i arto b ••fcoo* . •!#<? Ic •' laee fiiiv 606n*swioe . ijsriA ' iw'''v . " owi hria ,t! to » . - July 1864. ,^Ai^' •/{/• 15thj Gen, Logan's first report dated J^jly 24-th which has been publisher'. His next official report of so much of the battle of July 22nd-, in front of Atlanta as took place after the command of the Army of the Tennessee and 'devolved upon him in consequence of the unfortunate death of Gen. McPhersoh, dated near East Point, Sept. 10, 1864. The next official report (6f the operations of the 15th corps dated at East Point, Sept. 13th, 1864. ?!'> ii 1 Memoranda. From •r^ioo WtS 15 UjI 0.1 i Ot r r 16th:- Gen, Lightburn's report Second Division 15th Array Corps, , ^ Ijefore Atlanta, Ga., July 23d, 1864. . inSr . vr-r - .1 « At two o'clock P. M., pursuant toorders, I assumed command "3 jS r of the division, and at 3-30 p. M. ny whole line was attacked which was resisted with- -until the line was broken in the main rodd, when the whole command broke in confusion to the rear. Finding it impossible to check the retreat, I proceeded immediately to the works occupied in the morning, ordering that the command be there cheeked, re-formed and re-take the position lost, and if possible, re-capture the batteries which was ultimately done with the assistanc® of Gen. ^ood's division and one brigade of the 16th Army Corps, commanded by Col, Mersey, recapturing all the guns of Battery H, and two of Battery A, 1177 i . * ' July T 864. * ■ . ■ • I regret to say that the conmriid did not behave as on form er times, as it seemed that when the column of the enemy broke through one regiment, the whole command became a panicstricken and fell back in disorder. 17th:- Col. Wells Jones commanded the Second Brigade and had charge of the skirmish line. • . 18th:- Memoranda from report of Hugo W angel in ,♦'Srd Brigade, let diviiion, 15th Ariny Corns. Reports July 25th, 1864, about one o'clock, received orders to report to the Head-quarters of Gen. JjjOgan. 19th:- Was placed in position and sent' out skirmishers and men to search for the wounded in the engagement of an hour previous. Found three wounded men of the 16th corps and brought them in. 20th;- Distance to the 16th corps at least a quarter of a mile and two hundred yards from the 17th corps/ ':0 I ■ 21st:- Later there was at least a half mil between his left and the 16th corps, he having moved forward and connected with the 17th, His loss was four hundred. .' rt J2nd:- Williamson's report igade, 1st divlsfohJT'lfth , - 'yol . I V lo . ijfonT -f: Army corps • About iwb 6'clock the'action commenced of oin* immediate • iv:r' rl il.it il . ' i 1178 ■ fjl • 1 V V . r - < July 1864. f it t, . left, the rebels attacking the 2nd and 4th divisions of the 15th [ ' ■ ■ : ■ , i 11<» corps. . . 2nd:- Swings his left back, his right resting where it was. . 3d:r The honor of capturing De Gress*s battery is due to the 4th and 9th Iowa regiment. Men of both regiments arriving there about the same time. .. . . Hi.T brigade consisted of the 2nd, 5th , 9th and 4th Iowa ' t * . . . , ' *.L -regiments. : ! f' i O f .*/ i> . V J • 23:- Col. Milo Smith* 26th "'"owa Infantry, commanding 1st Brigade, 1st division, 15th Army Corps -:rJ»T I made room for the second division on my right and moved rapidly across the swamp, now appearing upon my front, at once attack- ^ ing the enemy on his flank, and sovigorously that they were soon obliged to abandon the works they had temporarily occupied, together with DeGress' battery of 20 pounders that had been in their possess ion, and also leaving their dead and wounded in our hands. The works being now strengthened by the arrival of more force, my brigade was at once ordered bdQk to re-occup7 ,its original position. ? I „ Extract from Report of Wells S. Jones, Second Brigade, 2nd Division, 15t< Army,Corps. East Point, Ga., Sept. 12th, 1864, About 3 P, U, the skirmishers were driven in and the enemy 1179 July 1864. were soon advancing on our front in heavj^ columns.. As soon as he came within range of our line, we opened upon him a very destruct ive fire, which threw into.confusion his 1st line, and which, however, was soon replaced by another more, determined.than the , first. This too, was driven back and our entire line seemed per fectly secure. On the left of the line, near the Atlanta road, there was a battery which fired over the temporary works. To the left' of the dirt word was a'deep railroad cut, which was open. After the brigade'had been firing about 40 minutes and the enemey seemed to be driven from our entire front, a heavy column ap proached the battery unperceived under cover of the low ground and smoke which came over the works and through the dirt road, in force sufficient to ov rpower the few men placed between the pieces of artillery. About this time another column of the enemy began to emerge from the railroad cui in our rear, which caused the brigade f to fall back from the works in considerable confusion. It re-formed in a few minutes back at the works we had left in the morning, and supported by a brigade of the 16th corps charged upon and drove the » enemy from our works, turning our re-captured artillery'upon the re- '> • ■ , ; . treating enemy. Extract from Repoht of Chas. R. T^obds, Brig. (5en. corrmanding 1st Division, 15th Army Corpfe, dated near Atlanta, Augxist 5, 1864. I have the honor to make' the following report Of the part taken b" this division in the Battle of the 22nd and 28th of July. 1180 Jiorie 1864, ' - r - y Early Ifi the morning of thw 22nd of July, the division moved forward into the works abandoned by the rebels the night previotjs, and took possession on the left of the 23d Army Corps, the right resting at the Howard House. ' " About 11 o'clock A. the 3d brigadd, Col, Hugo VTangelin commanding, was detached by order of Gen, Logan and sent to the left, leaving me the 1st Brigade, Col, Milo L, Smith commanding 26th I, and fehe Second Brigade, Col, James A. Williamson, 4th Iowa, command ing of the following effective strength. About three o'clock P, M, the rebels made a determined attack upon the lines in heavy force to my left, and after Biaving been several times repulsed, succeeded in breaking the lines, and occupy ing the pits, which gave them a position three or four hundred guards to my left and rear, Finding my position untenable, I threw back my left, forming new line facing the enemy's flank, my rifeht resting at the Howard House, I, at the ^Sme time, kept up a heavy fire of artillery on the enemy, preventing them from taking off De Grass's battery of 4-20 pounders, parrott's, of which they had possession. Shortly after having taken my new possession, I received a special order from Gen, Morgan L. 9nith, commanding the 15th Army corps take the enemy ;J.nvflank and rear, whilst other troops moved up front to re-take the ppsition. o if' S ;!,♦ : 1 . . f •, 1181 001 < m July 1864. -A ., , • - it" I imnediately moved the Second Brigade forward to take in flanli and rear, and the 1st Brigade to take in the flank and front. This proved successful and in less than 15 minutes | had re-taken DeGrasa' battery-and driven the enemy from the rifle pits on their left as far as the railroad. The whole rebel line then fell back and the works were re-occupied by our troops. Whilst moving back, the 1st brigade to re-occupy their orig inal position, the enemy made a charge on one regiment (4th Iowa, Second Brigade) which was posted on the reverse of an old Rebel bat tery. The enemy were driven back with great slaughter and made no further attacks that night »'■. rjo .of /ij • ' i/iA 'i'. r-A a««rteM Extract frpm Gen. Biair's report. ^ ^ ^ ' be qo t nro - : ;.o ■ ■ ..)(? In half an hour or less there was sharp skirmishing in the rear and in front of Ben. Dodge's line, and it became evident that the attack was som thing more than a cavalry raid on our flank and ^ear. -vti'v-f-f ^ith this impression, I^^^tarted to go back to my command and witnessed f - the first furious ,made on the 16th Army corps, and its prompt > and gallant repulse by that command. It was a most fortunate circum stance for the whole army that the 16th Army corps occupied the posi tion for the whole army that the 16th Army Corps occupied the posi- : r t tion I have attempted to describe at the moment of the attack and ^ ^although it does not belong to me to report upon the bearing and conduct of the officers and men of that corps, still I cannot with-hold > ' ' ' ' ' rr ** 1182 '>-f ' M . July 1864. my ressions of admiration for the manner in which this command met and repulsed the repeated and periistent attacks of the enemy. Conversation of E. Jonas, Dec, 22, 1886, Mr, Jonas said: "There is another place where Gen, Dodge did not assert himself as some men might have done. We were sent to Rodwell to bridge the Chattahoochee River in order to enable the army ,to cross there if necessary. At Roswell, we found.Gen, Ndwton, now CoTQTnlssioner'uf Public Works in New York, He had been one of the Corps commanders, and I believe one of the Grand Corps commanders in the Army of the Potomac, Gen. Dodge was under the impression that he was a Major General, whereas he was only a Brigadier General, but ^ Dodge never stopped to adk his rajik, or anything in regard to that, but listened to his advice and always took his instructions, supposing him to be a ranking officer, and never knew any better until he relieved Newton and Newton had departed. Then he discovered that Gen, Newton was a Brigadier General, and he was himself the ranking officer, where upon he proceedo to carry out his own ideas. Th' bridge was totally destroyed therej not a remnafit of it left. The stone work and the timbers were totally destroyed. It was immediately at rapids which were very swift, and tco bridge the stream there was a tremendous piece of wohk. The eneT'y were on the opposite bank. VJe crossed our cavalry at first and drove them back a little ways and then the corps wdre partially stripped and marched across and took possession of the othei^» 1183 July 1864. side. I do not recollect exactly the day'we arrived there, except I know it was Monday and about Wednesday night we had bridge that river and had bridged it so thoroughly and completely and strongly that two armies^ could have passed on that bridge,* one going oneway, and ono the other with all their trains. It was all done by General Dodge in person. He was on the bridge constantly, superintending every portion of the work night hnd day until it was comnleted. There seemed to be absolutely no material to build it with when he arrived there , but we tore down an old factory, took the beams out of it, cut all the trees in the country that we could get our hands on and constructed a bridge that war, as strong as it was possible to make a bridge. On its com pletion, Gen. Dodge sent me to Gen. Sherman's headquarters, some 20 miles from Roswell, to report to him that, the bridge was finished. I remember when I reported the bridge finished that Gen. Sherman at first laughed at the report, beli -ving that there was some '4oke about it, but when I asstired him that it was true, and th? bridge was not only completed, but completed with such strertgth that anything on earth could cross it, he said it was a most astonishing piece of work, and nobody but Dodge* could have accomplished it. ' During the entire campaign. Gen. tiodge was always the first to awake, and I think the last to sleep. Re was always on the alert for any movement of the ehemy, or for any opportunity to attack. He was always prompt to the Instafct in carrying out any order to march Wit July 1864, i>' or to fight. His part in the assault on Kennesaw Mountain with the 17t Corps was as desperate and as bloody,an affair as occurred during . t the campaign and was pushed so vigorously that on the evacuation of the mountain I think Col, Morrow and myself were the first in the j ' works on the mountain after the evacuation and we found dead men of j', V "the 16th corps belonging to Col. Morrell*s regiment lying probably p, within 50 yards of the top of Kenesaw Mountain, They had reahhed - - ^such a height and obtained such a position that the confederates |V..v f . . . -j . --themselves were not able to come out and take possession of their T •:./ t V. (■ ll/U i., boots, clothing, <5cc. as they wery often had occasion to. The bodies lay there untouched just as they fell. I do not think any men • « of any other corps had reached that height; in fact, I did not see any within perhaps 100 yards as far up the mountain as they, I think t ' ■ the hadnsomest, the prettiest fight, and the best conducted > j^; jpfight that occurred during the campaign; although not a large affair, I' ... ^ The troops were marched all day up to the moment of the attack in line of battle when the colvimn were attacked by company be- ^ ' hind each wing of the line of battle. It was very pretty, and I did not see it at any other time during the campaign. It is a formation 'that is used very often in the open coiuitry and we happened to have a -1* little open country that day. ^ i - 4 ^ The enemy were intrenched in a peosition that it seemed sQ.- most ImpoBsible to touch. Their intrenchments were tremdnous; built as though inteded to last forever; built days and weeks before for 1185 r July 1864 them to fall back upon. In front of them all timber seemed to have been cut down and knotted and tied together and cheveaureax de frieze were extended from one end of their intrenchments to the other. How men ever got over at all I do not understand, but when ^en. Dodge ordered the assault, which I think was about five o'clock in the afternoon, our men did "succeed in gettJng over those intrenchments and through that entaglement and drove oUt confederates at the point of the bayonet, and in spite of repeated assaults held the works and in fact advanced some considerable distance beyond them and remained there until long after njght. 9 Everything was accomplished that Dodge had desired, or that Ger>, McPherson, ^'ho requested the assault to he made, had desired, and « I remaaber that Gen. McPherson expressed his obligations very warmly to the officers and men and to Gen. Dodge. On account of some change in plan, or change of direction in the march, we had withdrawn that night; nevertheleas, it was about the only occasion in the campaign where as small a detachment of one division of a coips- portions rath er of two divisions- assaulted such heavy intrenchment, well manned and carried them at the point of the bayonet. J do not think that Gen. Sherman, or any one else has ever made any metnion of that fight at Ruff Mills. I know that in his book he simply refers to the fight at Tuff Mills, and I do not think men- ' 1186 - ' July 1864. ^ tions the fact of the IBt.h corps having made any report of the assault at all. Of course, I do not expect the General, or any one else to have known all that took place in a line 20 miles long, hut long years after, he ought to have had all the reports of -^ids and Officers hefore him at the time of the action. He is not to he hlamed. This fight came ahout in this way. There was some error ^hout the whole thing, because after we had fought that fight^ we went off in another direction; prohahly from 12 o'clock to 3 we marched in that formation I have spoken of, before we finally struck the ene^ my'3 works, driving them ahead of us all the time. (See illustration in original stenographic notes.) I had brothers on the other side, right at Hood's head- ^ quarters, and ^ know the intention of the rebel commanders. '(It was nearly carried out ) which was to double the'army of the Tennessee right up and in the confusion'and excite~ent when we were all demor alized, the raw troops were to come out and use us all up. In this battle, fought the 22nd of July, where Gen. McPherson was killed. Gen. Dodge has not had half the credit that is due him for the defeat of the rebels. The good troops were all out but the raw troops were very numerous and could have been used on us with great effect during the confusion. All during that campaign, we had,'of course, been fighting and marching cuid enduring privations, and when the time came when we thoui^t there was some glory to be gaiucu. for good fighting. Gen. | July 1864. Dodge wanted his share of it for his corps, '' ■ "t v ; -t' - In-, marching towards Atlanta and closing in, we came in ' from d-ifferent directions and formed a sort of angle dovm'on that brick house where Gen, Sherman had his head-quarters for a while. This closing in crowded his troops so that feomebody had to be with drawn, The IGth corps happened to be in the angle and was withdrawn and it was proposed at first to make them a reserve, ut from all the obsei»vations that we had made that morning, it appeared to everybody that Atlanta was being evacuated, and Gen, Dodge insisted that if Atlanta was being evacuated, or if they jere going to assault Atlanta under the impression that it was being evacuated, that the 16th corps must be on the line and have its shares. Gen, McPherson who commanded T) the Army of the Tennessee, fully concurred, and he and Gen, Dpdge to gether rode off to the left held then by the 17th corps, to make ob servations and to select a position on the extremera left of the army to place the 16th corps. Before leaving. Dodge put the 16th Corps in motion, marcMng to the left, parallel with the army in front, about,say a mile in the rear. As soon SS hS had selected a po%iti4n on the left of the enemey, he rode back end' met the head of the corps in order to lead the toward and place them upon the new ground. v.- , i r July 1864. . ' I He left his staff with, the corps and we had marched far encughto get the head of colpmn opposite the left of the entire army, when we stop ped to await Gen. Dodge's instructions. Gen. Sweeney, Col. Geo. Tichanor and myself were sitting there at the head of the corps talk- « • ing away, when a cavalry-man rode up from the extreme left in an ex cited manner and asked us if we had any troops out there- pointing out to the left. We answered, - "No." "Well, he said, "l have been out there a good distance and have heard orders given out there and ' roops ' moving." Col. Tfchenor, Gen. Sweeney and myself mounted our horses and went out some distance. We did not see anything and were coming back when we heard a single bullet.. We instantly concluded that where the bullet came from there must be something going on. We sent Gen. Sweeney back to the-corps and hurried as rapidly as possible to find ^ Gen. Dodge. Tichenor and myself had gone but a short distance when we met him and told him the circumstances. He instantly communicated to Gen, McPherson, ordered me to ride immediately to Gen. Fulley and instruct him to face his men to the rear and refiiae his-rJ-ghi, and connect, it with the 17th corpsj thus forming a long line,of battle, facing directly to the rear. The shot had been by the accidental discharge of a soldier's gun. That is precisely how the 16th corps happened to be in that position that day,, when the confederate army reached out of Atlanta and had really gotten entirely around to the rear and left of Gen. Sherman's army when to their astonishment they 1189 July 1864. I- r- T and confusion they encountered th 16th corps there in line of battle. Of course, having gotten out, there was nothing left to do but carry out their programme, as far as the assault was concerned and they did assault vigorously and kept it up for hours. The assault on the 16th corps was repulsed again and again. They lost in killed and woiinded a great many men and officer and I do no' think they had a field officer left unv;ounded. 7/e captured several stands of colors and many prisoners, and by their determined - I • . __^d gallant stand that day, no doubt saved the Army of the Tennessee, and by saving that, saved Gen. Sherman's arm.y from almost total de struction, I recollect riding from our corps over to the 17th corps, and met Gen. Prank P. Blairj when I got off my horse a few moments to rest. He said, "Jonas, God Almighty and the 16th corps were on that line today" which about expressed the fact. The enemy striking us in tho front would also have struck us in the rear and broken ua all to pieces. The incidAnt of sending a brigade to the 15th corps upon the right, as as follows: It occurred about four o'clock dn the afternoon. The assault was continuous along our entire line, front and rear at the railroad crossing near the brick house. The 15th corps was supporting De Grass' battery of 20 potm^'er Parrott's. Thd confederates assaulted them so firecely as to break the 15thcorps at that point and captured the battery. The 15th corps had suffered 1190 July 1864. . - I tremendously, and were for a few moments at that poi'tlon of the line a little bit demoralized. First Gen. Logan sent to Gen. Dodge for a brigade. I was sent on account of havin'g already been over the ground to conduct the brigade to the assistance of the 15th corps. Arriving near the railroad. Col. Mersey in charge of the brigade, crossed the railroad, brought his line of battle to the front, assaulted the intrenchments, re-took them from the confederates, and re-captured the guns. In the assault he was, of course, joined by a good many of the 15th corps men. Their commands had been broken up, but they were not I so demoralized but that they joined us and partook in the assualt, and Gen, Morgan L. anith, to whom I reported, said to me, "Tell Gen. Dodge that his timely assistance sent by Col. Mersey's brigade is ^ gratefully appreciated and will be fully reported in my official re port. But I have never seen any record of it since. I recollect when McPherson's death was reported to Dodge that day (he had left him very shortly before and he thought the very v/orld of him)- he was most deeply effected. I have very seldom seen Gen. Dodge eo much effected as he was by Gen, McPherson's death, and had McPherscn lived, I feel perfectly confident that Dodge would have been ntt on record much more prominently, for I know Gen. McPherson appreciated him. Speaking of McPherson's death, reminds me of an inci-^ent after we had our new commander. We were to move to the righ^j from 119, # July 1864. the extreme left which we occupied. The ArSiy of thd Tennessee was called the "Whip-lash of the Array". We would be thrown from the left away around to the ri^t and gen, Howard, our new commander, undertook to show us our new position. When we reached our new position it was after a march of some 25 miles. It was on quite a prominent hill and, of course, the enemy did not fail to notice us. Dodge was mounted and so were his staff. Gen. Howard was dismounted. I do not mean to reflect on Gaa. Howard, for he is a very brave officer, but he said:- "Gen. Dodge, dis-mount, dis-mount. This is too prominent a place." to which Gen. Dodge, probably not hearing him, paid no'attention. Again Gen. Howard said: "General, dismount, dismount. This is too prominent a place to sit on horseback" to which the General quietly replied:- "No, I don*t care to dismount. My staff can dismount if they feel dispased." which left the staff in a position to stay on the horses. But he did not seem any more disturbed than * . . .. - . ' , if he had. been on a hill id th no enemy in sight. His object was to see the country and what was before him and he supposed his position on horseback gave him a bettor opportunity to get the information he wanted. That was his characteristic. If ho wanted information, he ■would go whore he couXd .get it in spite of all danger and all obstacles. Danger had nothing to do with it. His men had most thorough evidence and reliance in him, because they could see from his actions and appearance that he was day and night working for their interests, me" July 1864. • and for the good of all and that he asked them to do nothing that he was not willing to do himself; "that if he wanted them to stay up day and ni^t to build a bridge, he Was there too, to help them. If he had a long march to make, he was the first in the saddle and the last to leaveit, and I never heard any complaint at all from our men, as I have from others. - I do not think men are prone to complain much when they see their superior officers are enduring all that they call on ■ ■ .-a" .... 't- ; ■ their men to endure. About two days before Gen. Dodge was wo landed oA the Atlanta campaign. Gen. Ransom, who was an old friend of his,"and a young and .-11 very vigorous man, started out with Gen. Dodge to inspe6t the lines. I ■" • . • ! ' p . . .*■ - They got up in the trenches, where it was Impossible to ride the horses and dismftunted. They were gone all day and I recollect when they came into the camp in the evenin,g. General Ransom, who was I- . • almost an athletdi- was utterly exhausted, and he said that there ' I • ' was no consideration that he could think of that would induce him to make another such a trip with Gen. Dodge. They had walked the fti*. ' ' < . . - entire line of about three army corps, and stopped to inspect everything, but in sptte of Gen. Ransom's agility (Gen. Dodge was a very delicate man at that time) he was dcmpldtely exhausted. Gen. Dodge » , had worn him completely out. Just about the end of the trip, when General Dodge was intently examining some portion of the ' * I'" ' ! 'h a 1195 July 1864. enemy's* works and paying no attention at all to what was goin g on about him, one of the soldiers, in splitting a ra.il or cutting a tree or sapling down, struck '^en. Dodge in the, back of the head with the butt of the ax'e, knocking him almost senseless. It was only a day or two afterwards when he received his wound. He had not yet recov ered from his axe wound. There whs no end to his activity. He could see what was necessary almost 'Instantly', at a' glance, and usually he found after reflection that the first thought proved to have been the correct one. We Vedt'to Gen, Sherman's head-quarter's for some ice. Gen. Sherman did not have any but he had already sent to Nashville for some, and he had not yet seen Gen, Dodge at all since his wound. Then Gen. Shermhn went on to ask how the General was wounded, and when he wa 8 told about the wound, he went oh to tell all the symptoms that Gen, Dodge would have, as accurately and more accurately, probably, than a physician would have done. He said it would cause such kind of paid if ho attempted to open his eyes; that he wovfid not be able to see for several days, &c. Then he went on to express how much he thou{^it of ®en. Dodge, There is an incident which I had forgo tten, which comes to me now of the appreciation in which Gen. Sherman held Gen. Dodge. Then Johnson was relieved, and Hood was put in command, I beliwve Gen, Dodge was about the first person that Gen. Shennan communicated that July 1864. 1 fact to, and he communicated it a bout half past four o'clock in the morninc, himself in person. He rode up'to our head-quarters and called "Dodgo," "Dodge," several times, and when, he came" out he said:- holding a newspaper in his hands,- "Glorious news.' Glori us hews.' Johnson relieved and Hood pUt in his place. He will butt his brains out against us before "two days" and it w.as only a~ day or two when Hood assaulted us on the^ 2Gth-of July. - , The' General vised to keep to himself all the information "about spies and scouts. All their communications were with him per sonally-. I remember sending the news of my father's death into • • Atlantp by one of them. I-saw spies but Gen. Dodge kept all they had to say to himself. His studies of the country and talks with the ■ t ^ inhabitants, catching.the drift of their conversation, and what they could say about the country, were ev^ry day occurrences. If by act cicdnt thdy mentioned a, stream or any footure of the country, in a little. Gen. Dodge had ^11 t^e info,rmatipq about it and added it to his map. He, wa^ ^ilwaya willing to accept information and knowledge, even in the line of his profession from people who were • « his juniors. I recollect we were talking about sanping during a siege » • and I heard him say to Gen. Ransom;- "Ransom, of cours§, I have read t and heard and studied about sieges and approaches to fortified places, being made by paralleli and saps, Ac. but 1 never saw one, • » You were in that siege at Vicksburg, I wish you would toll me of it, . f ; vv--. g You know all about it and I don't." I 1195 ^ July 186«. '.no "(53-1 aovHe- vs[.i^§^ %/;(0o^ . jucise ,®f ipe^ 1,QD.,„„He usually ^e;}.e.ct9dj^firdt WnJ5oyrf^iSt>5!'4vi-"'l9ny,ana ]?riSS49 tbey did not rarvjf,^ jl^n§yer.^iet u ^ un.til theysr^».it.. Ho v;ould-persi st f** bn- , that they ©^titled to it, and that they.,shovld have their r -Jtvih apppiutnientB^ t ■ .} 'lojt.oda t I't"' , .hjo ," "•/'(ih -{;tn t ■ ' -■ ' ' /.i h? •'* He^never, feildd ,tor.c-ive,j9^edi.t..where it,..wac .due,., I think ' :L:- po^se^f#^d,Ran6om,were 95»ni§i^prs, and -rr( tke9<!.a^r0f iaf Gea,. ^een^-y v;as a o^>5h fi(5Le(5cHjr4'fioik,«©(''*jn#ep|t^., but tkeye(-,werc many, ^et^y^jihings • , M-»cAit,|»'iiMy|tia.t <Jen^.-I>ddg^:; didsnot-, admire.^0 i'.c\J '(o.n., • ' ^-^'wfc«n>1 •,(ft©#^Fulle«' wfs^ gyof ^lU^SS » bi^ v^had.l-^itLts. nf5 fianlMMI ^nd. Cowet fe«,©-;u^§ffly ^ Dodfte| s r ? s t t i on . !n flBBcitjiff tJiri«J{:'IfVsjfjreft^Jbodye •! IPn-ki"la*dej commanders, I thlnlc.iJoyos, ^ . t^WWfb' aix^3|MHSuft .■••rprthi«tf«Lyorite«}» .*Gen,.,!Cv7j|^oy^- whil«v a -g^'od MC> T li^b^ iraal oiaJM^iangl/iBai.J>>««J»«:«i9i»d|.ng^3^ j^alouB, ^nd. I.-think '' ' »i-it#i|({|i« 'tililtohA0MLd«6 -mdUh t>iii1Hn1riHiririJ1iBili "^i n "ti I Fointe^^hdmself^.that no .iM(^ irtib*••i'i^'^(Jt*/be«n^(tW4bhB tiKM nwmy had any buaj^J^aB^); t9 (hay« a high |v art «»Afcaii«»*iiUMi'ht*Biblf5 .t^hotbrrfri^ he. h^wi . .i((hi}l^-,,aj)p,arently Jjswfi ||jf^o|j§,^ .f^n.j^Dc^^ . .. Jt- yory r*»lnr^ayiiy'ie.«iuftllltrtliweg» Jrirthum i dim QjRgejMi^q; help iOfi M»» iiolnlTlh t- ♦*.*i .hla .YUa ' In the eveAing of the ^raMMML ofc Vie fCten. Gen. Sweeney and there was a gap between that division and the 17th corps but Gen , ftX.ai96 » July 1864. ^ Fuller was in no way responsible for that, and nobody v/as responsible unless it would be the army commander. After the enemy had gotten in there they were driven out by a part of Gen. Fuller's division, and some re-enforcements that had been sent by Gen. McPherson, and as they were being driven out, Fuller charged them with his whole divi sion and captured many prisoners and several colors. He was then or dered to withdraw to his original position, which he did. Possibly Gen. Sweeney may h ave seen the movement and supposed they were re treating. ^e choose to suppose that it was a fcetrc^at, and some da^s after the battle. Gen. Dodge, Gen. Sweeney-, Gen. Fuller, Capt. Welker 'and other officers were sitting I think at Gen. Sweeney*? headquar ters, talking about the battle of the 22nd of July. I had been away somewhere. When I came back I- noticed that there was an animai^^^ conversation and Gen. Sweeney said to me, as I came up, Jonas, j^ou know that Gen. Fuller was retreating", to which I replied 'hat I did not. "Of course not" said Gen. Fuller,and then he went on to explain how he assaulted and returned and awaited a new assault. Gen. Sweeney without paying any attention to Gen. Fuller whatever, showing that he was flying for higher game, said excitedly." When Gen. Fuller's ^iyif^ ion ran, I came to the rescue. ' Upon this Gen. Ihiller said, I say, sir, that my division did not retreat." C^ee Stenographic •rotes of conversation of Jhhas." Gen. Dodge put Qen, Sweeney under arrest. He was relieved 1197 •'uly 1864. of his command, and he never afterwards held a command.. .I 'ii . E. Jonas to Gen. D'^dge, Jime 21, 1875. ' tilTi'i •• Yours received. • I didn't mean to say that Sherman was invi'/i' tentionally correct, but I think that if he mentions events at A - all, in connection witl^ armies, or particular Corps, he ought to get the right ones, and place them in the right positions; for 0 instance, you need only glance at his account, of our si^ecial cele- . bration on July. 4th to sed that he knows absoiiutely nothing about -It. If we of the 16th corps didn't do the fighting that day, , 'o"apd if the final assault wasn't made by a brigade each from Fuller's and Sweeney's divisions, I had better be sent to a lunatic asylum at once, for all that I remember about it is to that effect, and if not true, my imagination must be very much diseased. I think I gave you my recollection of the battle of the 22nd, which differs considerably from Sherman's and as I saw it all, and was not so carried away by excitement, a.s not to know what I was doing that •IK day, I think my observation of events quite equal to that of the •ft mtaff officers from whom General S undoubtedly obtained his in1 formation. If you write anything on the subject, I would explain h 'lixplicitly how we happened to be in position in the rear of the 17th, for I am certain thbt many officers are under the impression that we had fallen back, or been driven there, from some point in frontv^'f I recollect Captaia Glle of Mc phersons' staff riding up db iftii* f I .done '^o «#•^ndo i*. r'h 18&4. r* ' a^ii • .'• trvyrfm ffrjd , o nlr* "Tti after Logan'& assumption of command, and saying, "General Logan says - to hold this groxuid, and not to "retreat -another inch" which to my mind, shows that he thought (and his thoughts were probably " influenced by Logan) that we had retreated to th^t point. -As to Dallas, General Sherman does not mention the firing of a single -■ gun at that po nt, until we attempted to draw out for the purpose of forming connection with the rest of the Army. I think Joe Johnston refers to it inhis book, and there was quite enough, am- ' munition fired there, in night and day attacks upon our lines, to justify Sherman in mentioning it. We did not have a large list of killed and wounded, but the rebs must have lost heav ly. Of "course, it iis easy to criticise with the book before us, but every '"'"^Word that Sherman writes carries weight, from his present position, his past career- and his acknowledged ability, so I think he might "have been a little more circumspect in his narrative. I expect * to go north next month, and if anywhere in your vicinit;' , wi3.1 see you, and compare recollections; if I do not see you, the following are some of the inaccuracies noticed in the Atlanta Campaign. I think I mentioned them before; first, the description of the 22d of July battle. I'd like Tichener to write hi s account of it ' briefly, then 1*11 write mine, (or did I do so in my former let- ' 'ter) compare the two with Sherman's, and from your own rejcolXect tlons decide as to the correctness of each. I think Sherman's report it very far from accurate. Second, the fight of July 1199 July 1864. .W>Ot ' CSfT, '4th, at the j)lace called at the time Rough's Mill, You have only to glance at S's report of it to see that he knows next to nothing about it; the 16th Corps fought it, Noyes commanded Puller's Brig ade of our corps. Puller being in charge of the division, and it lo as hot for the time it lasted as anything I ever witnessed, art' although Sherman calls it a "noisy but not desperate .battle," Third, Dallas; he doesn't mention the firing of a shot at that /«0i. point until we drew out, although there were two night and one day .attacks upon us, all splendidly repulsed; though our loss wasn't ffo:' heavy, that of the rebs must have been; and I think Joe Johnston ' -nos t So refers to itJf though it's some time since I read his book.The t .h above, are all the inaccuracies that I recall of which I am posi- '»iij T live, but his figures, for instance, of killed, wounded, &c., on July 22nf seem to me very smtll for our corps, considering the fact that .we had the open field, ijhile others were intrenched, and that 01 nearly every Field Officer in the Corps was wounded. I don't ' I , think the "Bridge" at Roswell, and the time in which built, is *''*^^operly mentioned where Sierman remarks "we had already secured a •"'crossing at Roswell," without reference to th way secured ^r the corps thfct built the bridge. He devotes much more alttention to Schofield, Garrard may have been across the river, but he was back on the Rnswell side when we arrived, and we took care of our selves in eroseing. If anything else occurs to m I'll drop you a line. I am going to re-read the aemoira when I have time. I hurried through the book, and many things may have escaped me. Remember me to Mrs, Dodge and family. 1200 July 1864.' 1 P. .'" "ti'i . E. Jonas to Gen. Dodge, Vldalia, La., Sept. 27, 1876. i^f My indignation gets the better of me whenever I happen upon -r,.! . anything which I think injustice to our old Corps, and it was specially excited last night, by Hov/ard's communication to the October number of the Atlantic Monthly, entitled the "Batlle of Atlanta." The particular thing about it that amused, and at the t same time excited me, was his accoimt of the recapture of that part of thd 15th corps line which hac^ been broken up by the Brick f' House by the railroad. He says old Susan 7/ oods was the man, and d ' his the Division that did it all, recapturing the guns, &:c. Now ••"^♦if you will recollect, Logan sent to you for ^assistance, and I con- ■ ducted Mersey's Brigade to the point where needed; we arrived at the^ ^ railroad, he at once deployed and charged, all the soldiers of the ' 15th corps at hand joining with him. Mersye's Brigade recaptured iMii Hhe works and the guns, old Col, M was slightly wounded, and his celebrated hofse Billj' killed by your direction. I said to '^General Morgan L. Smith, temporarily in command of the 15th corps • ' "Gdnoral Dodge requests that you return this Brigade at the ear- •ifj liest practicable moment, as there is every indication of renewed ot assault on our own line;" and after saying that your request would be respected, General S®ith added, "Tell General Dodge that his brigade (Mersey^ir) ijias done magnificently, and it shall have full » credit in my rwpmiWI," Afterwards, one of Mersey's officers. Captain Boyg t tblnk^ in trying his skill as an artillerist, .amraoked one of il*e recaptured guns. Doesn't the above agree with a> hnm .o'lM n 0C4SI 1201 July, 1864, ^ '' your o ri recollection? If so, correct Hov/ard, in a short letter to the N, Y, Tribune, and send me a copy, and 1*11 feel a hundred per cent better. The meeting of the Army of the Tennesseeis at such an ipopportune time for me, that 1*11 be unable to attend, my busi- \|i , ness is all advancing, and if I loft it now gust as the cfop of cotton is coming in, all that I have put out would stay out, and . the honest colored gentlemen whom I hrve been feeding and clothing all th year instead of-paying me with their co'ton, would sell it ' to outsiders, and pocket proceeds. Remembrances to your family. Louisiana will go largely Democratic even in this Parish, where there are ten colored men to one white; the negroes are talking of voting the Democratic ticket; nothing but the fear of being killed by other negrc^s prevents their doing so; intimidation is all on the Republican side here. 'i; ®■ E. Jonas to Gen. Dodge, NewOrlehas, May 26, 1882. ICilMtHrue Yours of May 23d received. My recollection is indistinct as to the number of times, but I carried one order for him to refuse his left, but do not recollect going to him a second time. I am i nearly certain it must have been tichener for we were together (Ticherner and myself) when we met you, and you sent us immediately on different errands, and I do not recollect seeing Ford for some -flwtwr tinje afterwards, Pord*s address is "Olney" Philadelphia. I do * "not recollect whether in mem. sont Mr, Wallace I mentioned "Mersey'x . Brigade" being de-tached by you at General Loan's request late in the afternoon of July 22d, for the purpose of assisting the 15th 1202 July 1864. 0* cor^s to recapture the works which they had'taken in the morning, but which had been retaken by the Confederates. I accompanied Mersey. -Xipd X , E Jonas to H. E. Wallace, New Orleans, 1882. "to- With no material at hand from which to refresh my memory, it wil" be 'difficult to give correct dates, but you will readily ob tain them from other sources, as they are all matter of record. it I joined General Dodge at Kingston, Ga., just as Sherman's Army was breaking camp, for the purpose of executing another of those grand flanking operators for which it became so famous. Being fresh at that time from General Hulrbut's staff, unable to reach my regiment then at Rome, Ga., Genersl Dodge either to relieve me from the embarrassment of being virtually a hanger-on with nothing to do, or because he needed an aid and thought I might prove ser viceable, directed me to accompany his head Quarters, and I v.as aoon riding with his staff, and in answer tothe natural curiosity C'" of a youngster, I recollect how kindly he explianed ( and how in terested I becams in his explanation) the movement we were then making. My idea had been that soldiers necessarily always hunted each other up and fought forthwith, but from the time of the conversatlon alluded to, J began to understand tha'^- there are times ''and places for all things, rnd that much marching and counter marching become necessary at. times, in order to force an enemy into a ,, , tU f |)CiflUtdoii jrher^ /pxe s^vantage la^^^cagainst him. "^'ith a compreheno ■■•uo.'i <"! ♦ «ii) • p uptt.Tt fl H.t 1203 July 1864, - r ' ""i'*" sive sweep of his hand, General Dodge pointed to the range of mount ains occupied by Johnson^ and said, "Tomorrow morning we will be directly on his flank, and he will be forced from that position." I was then, as always afterwards, impressed with his intense ear- .nestness, and energy; he seemed to be wound up, and men of twice • his physique were utterly unable to keep pace either with his thoughts or m.ovementg. From Kingston until we reached Dallas, we -Ift' ,had continual skirmishing, and at th latter point, we fought the ,rE--:Tnid-night battle of Dallas, and General Dodge and I first got under - fire together. Our Army of the Tennessee marching through Dallas, -I.> had taken up position on a crest of hills divided by a deep ravine from another range, on which Johnston's Arrnij' was intrenched. We put out strong lines of skirmiehrs, and night coming on, had re tired after a long day's march, and at about mi(3-night when our t?, head quarters were doing the Usual tired man's share of sleeping, •:the confederate attacked in force. Seizing the first horse at hand, s I rode towards the front, .following as well as possible in the Twdarkness after General ^odge, who had gotten the start of me. I -d soon overtook him, for unfortunately for him, he had mouhted "Prince" a horse ridden by the General at Pea Ridge and wounded •A4 I there. Prince was on principle opposed to war, and obstinately s 1. refused to budge an inch towards where there was any fighting to Jgoing on, and all the General's entreaties, prayers and oaths availed nothing towards getting to the front. I exchanged horses 1204 * ''ii^. * July 1864. .^»er "tJif!. -Jru/0" took Prince back to camp and soon rejoined Creneral ',"'who ® havin reached his line, and not having on account of the darkness been joined by his staff, was doing everj^thing in person that a dozen staff officers usually do, and doing it too, even to carry- •a' ing ammiinition-in boxes to various parts of the line, where it was running short, with a vim, earnestness and disregard of personal •I consequences, that inspired the entire line with confidence. ^ r. Nothing could he more demoralizing than a sudden night attack, particulariy on a very dark night, where your foe ie entirely unseen, fSJii'^and that no panic happened in the 16th, corps was due to the con- •ai- fidence felt in General Dodge, and the feeling that they v/ere al- • ways being taken good care of-when he was present. The Battle was *•'" partially renewed next day, but as the movement of our armies had caused an opening or separation to occur of some ten or twelve -miles between the Army of the Cumberland and our own, it became , bfuiil necessary for ns to vacate our position, and rejoin the larger force under General T9K)ita8. There is no more dangerous movement t than withdrawing from a position with a powerful army upon your very heels, but General ^odg® with the 16th Corps covered the withdrawil so successfully, that the enemy following up, came suddenly - to a dead halt, and in a few moments the p rting compliments of the i?etiring force becamae so warm; that piirsuit lasted in force but a mile or two, and thon fell off to mere observation on the part of the enemy's cavalry. oi t>i rrm net ■X' July 1864. After Dallas the campaign resulting in the eventual fall of Atlanta was, day after day, a continual skirmish, appro.aching fref)- quently in results a general engagement, and on the 4th of July at Rough's Mil]s, as we called it, there happened xander General Dodge's Jinanagement, the first actual and succ ssful assault on strong deov fensive works that I remember seeing or hearing of during the entire campaign. There had been many rassaults both by ourselves ^ and the confederates, the opposite line had been gained and the works held for a moment or two, but after that invariably the 'force assaulting had been compelled to withdraw. At Rough's Mills, th'rough the heaviest and most intricate abattis. General Dodge as saulted, as strongly constructed works as were encountered during the entire campaign, powerfully defended by Infantry and artillery; ^ carried and held then, either killing, capturing or-driving the I , occupants completely out of them, remaining in possession from about four o'clock in the afternoon xintil eight at night (General Noyes of Ohio, lost his leg in this assault) only withdrawing then because changes in the general movement of the Army called us in another direction^ Aa I said before, I cannot recall another as successful an assault dm"'ing the caaipaign, and the ground charged ever so difficult, that when by General Dodge's order I went ■" to withdrww the troops from the captured works, I found it a work "of two or three hours to get them through; or in other,words, it "took hou&s to withdraw from a position which ke had gained under W6 July 1864. .Mat the excitement and impetus of a well delivered assault in a few aiDmehts, A great advantage General .Podge possessed and made con stant use of, was his quick appreciation of the topography of the country. When v; e had orders to ^oto a cdrtain point, through - roads being blocked by traihs or in use by other corps. General Dodge invariably called on his Pioneer Corps, and in shorter time - than it tabes to tell it, had planned and gotten his mqn at work . on a new road, v ich carried us to our destination so rapidly that ,, we were always on time, and it became a matter of note, that ^jr^pohing ever prevented our column from putting in its appearance -fin Just when it was wanted and expected, and in the nick of time, » ' .. . . . I Finally, Kenesaw Mountain was reached, Vvhere we settled down Ao something like a siege. It was during the time spent in front * -Of Kenesaw, that I heard General Sherman say that he was indebted to General Dodge for more information that he obtained from all his • • • y I other commanders together, and it wasa fact that not only was rt • General Dodge constantly on the alert for any news of the enemy by means of spies, prisoners,^,signal stations, &c, but he was also continually exploring our.liaqs, going out even among the skirmishare, and I am oertaiij he was i s familiar with the position of our various commands as our Qfi^apfiuftder-in-chief himself. It was not an easy matter either to serve on the staff of such an active, en- ^:ergetic, pushing mm, but it was something to know that Sherman irhimself dopendedmore upon ouf General for infonaatio^^ltbtan upon 1207 OOSi July 1864. any one else, and when we had worked hardi it w'ds^'pleasafit to' see, as we; did see, that it was appreciated. j .♦ -» ieneral Dodge took part in the assault on Kenesaw, which resuited, as every one knows, in a disastrous repulse to our arms, M but no one can attest to the desperate earnestness with v/hichi Gen. p.-- Dodge's 16th Corps carried out their part of the assault better ^'than the writer, for after another of our grand flanking operations / . had compelled the evacuation of Kenesaw, General Dodge halting for f' few moments on the march, in the early morning just before day- 'brealc, said to me: "Jonas, everything seems to quiet back there that I think the Mountain must be evactiated, go back and see." I rode back, and joining Colonel Morrow of the 64th Illinois, we ascenedod Kenesaw together. It was evacuated, but within a'^few yards of the crest we'found the bodies of gallant soldiers'of the t !^*64th Illinois, 16th Army Corps, just where they had fallen on the ^day of the assault, ' Kb other Corps advanced so far, at least Colonel Morrow and myself having looked carefully over the ground, saw none so far advanced aS the dead soldiers of our own corps. Pror Kenesaw to Atlanta iS national history, and during the long siege, until woxmded, no man did or could do more than General Dodge in every conceivable way to fcrce matters to a conclusion. This bridging the river at Roswell, da., was a surprise znd wonder to the entire Army, and to none mofe than to General Sherman, We arrived at iCdaAeil Sunday evening. The river was t torrent; it 1208 July 1864. .1-381 'IirT, had been bridged at the rapids, but nothing remained with the ex ception of portion of the old piers to show that any bridge had ever been there. By General Dodge's untiring energy, and engineer- ^ ■ ing ability, a bridge was in ihree days built across the Chattas hoochee, that would have crossed the armies of the world, and did cross the Army of the Tennessee, v/ith all its artillery ahd heavy j'trains. V/here it came from is hard to explain, for there didn't seem to be material enough to construct it in the country. ,, ,,, Jn all the engagements around Atlanta, General Dodge took his usual active part, and I maintain now, as I have always maintained. ■j that in the severe engagement of July 22nd,. before Atlanta, but for the providential happening of the 16th corps to be on a road par allal with our main line but nearly a mile in the eear, and the l,y.'quick insight into the conferate purpose, v/hich caued General jDodge to face directly to the-rear and refuse his right, the Army of the Tennessee would have been taken in front and rear at the same moment, and result would have been complete defeat or .jQPpturoj but fortiMWS having so place d us. General Dodge took in Btant advantage of it, and the desperate fight he made that day , was simply attested, not only by the lists of our own killed and wounded, but by t e mounds of the enemy's and by the colors and prisoners captured and ttirned in by the 16th corps. General McPherson was killed that day, or there .would certainly have been a greater share of praise awarded General Dodge, for MePherson saw 1209 Julr 1864. '.W8f iSuX. and knew^ and he always appreciated.. When Sherman withdrew from .-fthe -left of Atlanta and reached around to the right. General Dodge again covored the withdrawal, as at Dallas, and again.was as suc cessful. General Dodge after participating in all the engagements around Atlanta, was finally seriously wotinded while in one of otir I - •. Rifle pits following his usual pursuit, seeking information as to ^ enemy's movements. His wound was of a very serious nature, . and compelled temporary retirement. There was general regret • *fio * - among all his comrades, and special care and attention was shown by ^ Generals Sherman, Biair, Ransqgn, and others, Vilien again able for duty. General Dodge was assigned to the command of the Department of the Missouri, then in an exceedingly demoralized condition, par -i, ticularly the State of Missouri. During his command of the DepartfciMrt ifl®nt, he received the surrender of Joff Thompson and a large force .under the letter's command; and the war having ended, General Dodge was sissigned to a new Departmen', called as nearly as I f. recollect, ."Department of the plains and Territories, " covering all ^'thr Indian country, and he immediately commenced preparations to protect the various mail routes, and punish the hostile Indians so n.thn*' severely that afterwards Indian wars would be unknown, and he had at his command ample force to execute his ideas. Probably he ; could have put in the field a larger force than ev r before operated against Indiana in this country. As I understood General ' K , . 1210 Ivf July 1864.D .-.'.1 . i./- .1 Dodge, his plan was to entirely disregard the stage routes, and 1*;: put columns in motion direotdd against the very heart of the Indian -Ci" country. The Indians seeing the troops marching for their homes, their sole dependence for the winter, naturally followed, to either fight for the protection of their con.ntry, or sue for peace, as circumstances suggested, and in so following, left the stage routes entirely free and unobstructed, needing no military protection.- *'"A11 this happened as Gen ral Dodge forwsaw, and the Indians had congregated in immense force in the Powder River countj?y, confrontd ed by a large and well appointed force of U. S. troops. General ' Dodge arriving on the ground, after one or two minor skirmishes, would certainly have concluded matters probably forever, -but here ^ ini; (peace commissioners intervened, and telegrams from General Pope t desired that General Dodge stop all operations until the coramis- • sioners arrived. Dispirited and disgusted. General Dodgo returned by way of Laramie, Denver and the three recently reopened Smoky Hill Routes to Port Leavenworth, and at that noint, much to my regret, I loft him in 1865, and a few months later, he left the army and went actively to work upon the Union Pacific railroad, ' and other similar great engineering enterprises. General Dodge was beyond doub' the hardest worker I saw during \var, and He worked to the very best purpose, €ov in everything ' he xandertook, he was guided by rare good sense, and ability of the highest character/ *a4 an'officer, either to plan, dT'as'a'soTl- July 1864. •> : r dier to execute, I never knew his superior, and itwas a pleasure to serve with and under a man who commanded the respect and admi ration of all his subordinates, as well as that of his few super ior officers. fllJl E, Jonas to Gen, Dodge, Monroe,,La., December 13, 1885. Yours of December 4th was forwarded to me here. I have writ ten to New Orlenas to see whether I can hunt iip an old photograph in uniform. I never kept any tal^sri during the war, but some of ray '•^' ■-friends may have one, if you have a group taken at St. Louis, I ^ ' think it has good photos of yourself} Barnes, Tichener, Ford and myself. Members of Staff as J recollect there were, Barnes, Thomas Pullerton,.Inppt. Gen. TiQhener, Ford and myself aids. Major Ross, Chief of Artillery; Captain Burnham, Provost Marshal; COl. BR ^f^efeterman. Captain Wing, Quarter Master; Carpenter, Commissary; m ni.{ , -ftX needed I presume). The old Doctor's name I or. 'forget at the momehl, you will re°°H® ct it, also the Ordnance Officer's, the latter'a fine younS officer v;ho did good service. ■Being constantly in the country, I never saw the Article McCreary f mentions or I would certainly ha"''® answered it. If the matter is important enough for Logan to It is worth replying to and if yox, could s«e dt and send to me, answer it. General Logan stands too high as a brave and gallant soldier, and has too many . meritorl/ou»A«»4g.already to hia credit, to need anything of this kind to add to kli famei, but memory of 1212 July 1864. \ 'jthings in general, and particularly where I know to a certainty - that I was sent to conduct this Brigade to the point where needed, " and did so, and know also, that General Logan was not with it. The facts are as follows: ,.f , General Logan, rode up, to you, during a lull, in the battle, in -Mt oUr immediate front, and after a moment's conversation regarding General lucPherson's death, said that the 15th corps were being hard pressed at a certain point, describing it, and requested you to, send one of your brigades to its assistance the moment it could be spared, and he himself immediately rode away, and no doubt did go to the point named, or near it, and. did as he says lead Martinis •tot Brigade into action; but he did not lead Mersey's Brigade into I . action; was not with jt when it charged. r- [ As I stated in prev.:ous letter, there were many groups of 25 ' to 100 men of the 15th corps usullenly falling back, firing, when wo came up, who joined us without a word of command from anyone, the • Irfoment we oommenoed our assault; and for the matter of that, no 'bomraand was needed, for our brigade, no sooner was it deployed, (which was /b' done like lightning,on a full run) than it started for- * ward as one man, thoroughly understanding and seeing the work 'there was to do, doing it, recapturing the works, retaking do Gras' battery, and through the ignorance of an infantry soldier bursting one of the guns while trying to fire it at the retSeating enemy. The moment we Were securely fixed in our position, I sought General July 1864. Morgan L, Smith who was. near by, delivered your message, and re- -OT ceived the answer reported to you, that the "Brigade had" done mag nificently, and should have full credit in his official report, and woxald be returned to you as early as possible." I do not doubt, "•'Since General Logan says so*, that he led ''artin's Brigade into" •action farther to the right;,- but he did not lead the 2d brigade, I - ■ ^ 2d division, 16th corps, nor was he with it. You know me well - enough to judge whether I was like-ly to be overcome by excitement, or any other emotion, on an occasion of the kind described, or cool enough to see and understand it, particularly v/hen I was the offi cer specially sent to conduct this brigade to the spot and into I action, because of my familiarity with the grotind, having been right there early in the morning", when w'e found the lines evacuated and made up our minds that the confederates were giving up Atlanta, and again perhaps a half doxen times during the day in the line of my duty communicating with other divisions, and Corps bringing up ammunition, which was nearly in the rear of that very position, &c. During the war I never saw a more brilliant and determined, as well as splendidly executed assault by an entire Brigade in line of battle, with nothing behind them to support them, or to fall back • « upon. At Rough's Mills, July 4th, the same campaign, where Noyes lost his leg, we also made a fine assault over more difficult * ground, but we had a second line of battle and troop' in column behind each Brigade, (a Brigade from 2d division, and one from Voatch's) Will send the photograph as soon as I get it. Remember me to Mrs, D, and family. Itl4 July 1864^^ - ■! E. McCreary to Captain E. Jonas, Emporia, Kans.> . -^8'; :t In recent numbers of the "National Tribune," quite a contro- "tirif. vehsy has bean going on in regatd to the retaking of den, M. L. (jEmi'h's line and the recapture of Captain Dp Gras' Battery of 3-0-pounder Parrotts, Julj^ 22d, 1864, Some correspondents assert- ^ing that no portion of the 16th A.c. , assisted in retaking them. General Logan says that he took Gen, James Martin's Brigade of I the 15th A.C. and retook them, . . . • ^ *■ My diary of that date shows that between 3 and 4 o'clock, after firing hadceased in our —16th A.C.--front, and General Loggan was at Dodg?'s command. Smith's., division broke... Logan asked (Per assistance of Dodge, who. immediately started Col. Aug. Mersey's ^ 2d brigade, 2d division, 16th A. C^. — 12th and 66th Illinois and Blst Ohio--on the "double-quick" passing through Smith's somewhat de- « vie' . J ■ . moralized line alohg the Decatur Railroad, Just after passing i '• ■ ; n ' ■ - • — through Smith's line, we werd opened upon by canister and shell, - ■ ► ' I , v.noL ■ . • • • killing several of my regiment--81st Ohio-- among them Lt. H. Hoover. • u* « ' " • "•r'.* lo The 12th and 66th Illinois formed line on the "left or south ■ , . '= ?' ■ j side of the railroad, tne 81st Ohio, "on the left into line faced by the rear rank" on the right or north of the railroad. Here . u Col, Aug. Mersey had his horse shot from under him. ■ ■v.j " , ' - ■ ^ - • We chargad and retook tne works, and some prisoners;* the right I r - ' (as now faced) of the 81st Ohio coming to the line 'at the battery, } ■ ■ V ■ c ■ ■ ■ We unspiked two of the guns, and opened upon Atlanta with shell. ti , V bC 4) , r , nffV , >1 jfpjj I nran 1215 Mix .T .Jit * on 'iW.i July 1064. A private of Co I. 81st Ohio, had seen Blodgett and Laird using "Double charges" of canister on our own line, so concluded to give . the "Rebs" a double charge of shell. . He put a 30 pound percussion shell on top of the one already in the gun, remarking "feed 'em, d-m- 'em, give them double rations." The gun was fired, and burst, and .not till this time did Martin's Brigade come up . We continued to occupy the works- till about 9 -p.- M. when we moved South of the railroad to the rear of the 17th ,>iA.C,, where we remained until ow Army moved to the right or TJest t . of Atlanta. - —.y.rr* ■ ■ r As you acco-panied our Brigade to General Smith's could you . fmnish any information as to the movement and positions in the charge? Hoping,that I have not obtruded--- ^ ' Endorsement: Dear General: This man is perfectly . t correct._ You ought to write an article for the old IGth. , I con ducted the Brigade as mentioned, was with it in the charge, saw the . guns and works retaken, and old Mersey's horse "Billy" killed; -Reported to the Brig ade to M. L. Smith and was answered, "Tell Gen. Dodge^his tr'-ops have acted most gallantly, and,shall have fiill - credit in my official report;" don't think it was ever given. I never saw the article mentioned, or would have replied myself. Remember me to Mrs* Dodge and family* Yours, 1^. Jonas, y/ Theodore R. Davis to Gen. Dodge, Milwaukee, December 29, to favor of the 26th is at hand, (via Anbury Parjc^aand I am 1216. July 1864. :Xut very much obliged. If I don't become prematrely aged in the " • endeavor to take the kinks out of Army yarns, I shall, I think, presently clear up things to the satisfaction of those who remem bered what they saw, and not what some one else told them, I have been foKtuhate-incobtainlng what seemssby cross proof-- ■ 'reliable confederrte material. t ' e ' I will not here tmdertake to tell you of my experience Upon our own side, fortunately I saw a good deal of the battle of "the 22d, and was and am familiar with most of the field. I will take good car© of the Photographs, and see to it that they are returned. Thanking you for the same, ^ Mrs. A. E. J. 'Veils to Gen. Dodge, Minneapolis, Minn, My brother, Edward Jonas, of New Orleans, formerly of your staff, directed me to send a large photograph 1 have to you to aid an Artist'who is paiting a historical picture in his work.- It oc curred to me, that you, &a well'as Edward, must have a copy of this photo, in which case this particular copy would not help you. If you desire it, please notify me. I find we have no good pic ture of Edward taken at the date required, tut, of course, if you are n6t in possession of this Staff picture, it would aid the ar tist in obtaining likenesses of^its many members. E*. Jonas to'Gen. Dodge, Farmerville, La., April 6, 1887. ' Did you see the interview with me in Philadelphia Times copied in other'papers soi||e days ago, bout Shiloh? Of 121?' Ju3 y 1864 . - • * ■ course I was not there, nor ha-e I been In Philadelphia for years, and the facts were not true, I had no brother captured at Port Hudson, ^ . I think Ford must have been swapping Army yarns with a crwod rf i. . . .and some enterprising nev/spaper man getting it mixed very considerfibly, wrote it up as an interview with me. Remember me to your family. , . ■ n s': - . / : oi'i" : c ^ ; ! , ; . - E. Jonas to Gen. Dodge, Farmerville, La., Julj'' 5, 1887. I "see by Howard's authority in July Century, the 16th corps was absent again in that assault and recapture of De Gress' battery. The Century picks Howard out as a pet. It seems to me every month or so, it has something from him, and he never omits saying a word or two favorable to Howard. What in h—1 does he know about the Battle of Atlanta; why do not you write it up? NOTE: lowain War Times by S.H.M. Byers, pp.301-323. - 'i " A Corporal's Story, pp. 125-136. 416-426 and 443. " History of the 81st Ohio pp. 130-136. Gen. Dodge to his father, near Atlanta, July 31, 1864. Is a very rainy day and every one except those on the skir mish line are lading still and taking a long breath. Our guns throw shell continually into the Gate City, tear down its big ^ ■ 'f p.." <V«j1 I clocks and desecrate its sacred places. You will read of the great struggles of 20th, 22d*and 28th I unless you can conceive a battle field where 20,000'men fall, where I hundreds of cannon thunder, and a hundred thousand muskets belch forth death for hours, you can have no eonceptio'n of these battles. .■ 'M"." ^ ■ ' --l July 1864. . r. ■ ' u'. it fell to my part of the Army to stem the tide thafe v,'as roll ing over us on the 22d, and roll it hack, saving our Army. The gallant band pounced down on the rebel hosts and crumbled* them up, losing nearly one-third of their number. All, I believe, appreciate it, and are disposed to give the 16th Army Corps full credit. Then again on 28th for four*long hours we received the shock of Hood's army, and it fell back broken and disheartened, leaving thousands of- 'its dead in,our hands. Blood enough has been shed to establish em1 pires in the old world, yet the rebels stand up bleeding, ready to • r;: receive rore, A few week's rest, a few hours at home, would be the most f r • ' grateful thing to me. Military honor and glory look well upon paper, but when won by such continauj.'fighting, and such unheard of and unthought of campaigns, it becomes stern reality. How many, many of my friends have fallen, and how many lay bleeding in unwelcome towns, I dare not estimate, still many are left, and ere tomorrow night may be marshalled against against the rebel hosts, God has thus far spared my life and carried me safely throu^, • ... ! though many a bu'let has been well aimed and well intended for me. I have good friends in the Army, none more so thaJi Grant and Sherman, The brave McPherson was my friend; he fell on the 22d near my lines. The last word he uttered when he saw how gallant ly I was driving the enemy was, "Iliirrah for DodgeJ" He fell mounred by all, we cannot replace him. ^ ri2i9 July 1864 i.i * " I like to hear from you, and know what you are doing. It seems to me I could settle dowTi on a farm, but suppose it i^ not so. An hour's rest, with a letter from one of you that takes me back to my old haunts, repays me for weeks of Army life, and makes me forget the ghe.ll ahd bixllets that whiz over our heads day and night* , . . tol .'T ;• .0.:-) , ■ I hope you-are doing wdll this summer, and as you say old folks never like to be idle. I shall have to keep busy at some-- * thing, tf.ough I think ere long I sliall quit military life, . , Gen, Dodge to Judge Baldwin, near Atlanta, Aug., 6, 1864, You read of our hard fights. No one appreciates the magni tude of this campaign, or grasps thq difficulties which have been surmounted. I am sure any one but Sherman would stand against them. rv ■ > When I tell you that from May 5th xuatil today I have not been ten days altogether but what I have been under rebel fire, and often.hot, 1 have had my command in eleven pitched battles, whore eru'Hhe losses emounted to over a thousand. Since July 19th, the rebel loss must have been 25,000 ours about 8,000, The 22d of July was the great bWttle of the campaign, and I believe.I have the credit of saving our left and the day. The , Ipst words.of the brave and lamented ||j[cPherson were a compliment to me. After watohihg me roll in my corps against Hardee*8 command which had gained our rear and driving it back, he swung his July 1864. >00 ( vii;T. hat I and said, "Hurrah for Dodge# he has whipped them arid saved the day! " ' ' •• •. , •, 1 Sdort after, as he tried to go^to ariother part of the field, he "^''•^fell mortally wounded, and soon died. ^ Do not publish anything as coming from me. Sherman says an officer m.ust never publish anything except officially, and he knows. Yesterday he told me, "You are young, and will some of these dayshave to fill the places of us old cocks; we shall all be hilled off. Don't "be too ambitious, or too anxious; lots of time, plenty of chande." Thinks peofble =up North will not know we have got war, •until it takes a hat full of 'greenbacks to buy a cigar. I want to get 60 day's furlough, but have poor show, 'uy hdalth is better than ever before, and am very thankful for it. Mrs. XSpencer to Mrs. Dodge, Watertown, June 21, Your kind note came this morning, announcing the safe arrival of the silk, for which I am glad, and I write again hastily to say that Mrs. R, need not be sorilteArful ef giving me trouble. ' j . 'I had a letter from the Colonel this A.m, dated 15th of JUne, at Nashville.- He came up on business for your husband, and was feeling most wretchedly. He has that dreadful old trouble dia rrhoea; He will stay at Hxintsville tintil he gets batter. General Dodge's health he says isHbetter than he ever saw it. I am X f glad to hear this. If hd must be on service, t am glad he can have his health. ' ^ I have not heard as yet from Mrs. Bane, thaugh I have written ^ 1221 ■■■ July 1864. ^ to her. I presume she has more agreeable correspondents and so, forgets me. You did not say a single word about the children. Now that is not fair:, I always want to hear something special from then. How are they? If you think of anything extra you may wish me to get, and ' r • < Will write at once to Box 2566, Philadelphia, I will get it there, t and as I return to New Yor]- get the things. I shall be here all. surmer, with the exception of this trip. When Mr Spencer comes home I expect to ipake .a fq.ll tour to Montreal and Quebec, returning via Lake George. Office Mem. .23:- Ivi'if' L.I« ; iioh' Negro fr-m Yellow river to our line, reports Gen. Garrard burned the bridges over the RiVer yesterday; and Covington and Coryton on the railroad. Sergeant Childs, 14th Ohio Battery from Marietta, reports our trains at Roswell with Light guards in danger, and with no orders. Saw a wagon load of grain (17th A. c.")' burning on the Decatur road. • "S General Rousseau whipped a brigade of rebels in Talladega Co., Alabama and destroyed 20 niles of the Montgomery and West Point • t ■ ■ ■ ' ' ■ ; Railroad. Nilllamaon*8 Brigade, 15th A.C., relieved the Brigade of Cox's division on Sweeney's loft, Mersey's Brigade was distributed to reinforce points on the front of both the 15th and iHh A. (T. r . . -I •- ,r lt22 July 1864. ,wai Ivl Sprague's Brigade reoccupied Decatur, and took position West of the town on the Atlanta road. Two lines of rifle pits and* batteries ' for artillery were thrown up, and the front line occupied by the troops of I St Brigade 2d division, and 1st brigade 4th division, and TJilliainson's Brigade of 15th A. C. There was light skirmish ing on the front, which however, did not prevent the collection 'of captured arms, and burial of the enemy's dead in our front, at - £1 which work large details were employed all day. > The 12th Illinois df Mersey's Brigade at 3 A. M. being sent to relieve a portion of General Leggett's line (17th A.C.) crept upon their hands and knees, and driving the enemy'thereform, occu pied and held the works from -hich General'Leggett had been driven the day previous. The'enemy after having been driven from the . *v * _ ' ^ , works formed a line 50 yards beyond, and opened a heavy fire upon the 12th Illinois, but. failing to dislodge it from its position, the enemy fell back and retired from the field to his works r . ' - r • private %ary Mem. 23:- All quiet. Burying the dead. 422 rebel dead buried on ray front, 1000 on the front of 17th A.C.; 18 battle flags captured in all. NOTK: Mrs. Dodge to the General Greenfield, July 13, 1864. Army correspondence: 16th Army Corps, In the Field, Ga., • I • July 24, 1864, Editors Gate City: By your gracious leave, a few words this morning before start ing back to the 23d Army Corps, Yesterday morning I hastened KT^ July 1864. . around to t<he left for the purpose of seeing the 2d and 7th Iowa, besides numerous other regiments with which I am acquainted. A terrible battle had been fotight, .and I fear.ed that some of ra y old companies had fallen in •the tbloddy fray. Company A was out on • the skirmish line. I saw one or two of the boys, and was happy to' be informed t-hat they came through the fiery ordeal all &afe,'' The 16th Army Corps has ^dded fresh laurels to those she had before. General Dodge save^ \he Army of ilie Tennesseec, On the morn ing of the 22d, Bates', ^«'alker's and Cleborne's divisions of Hardee'c corps, corainenced a flank r.ovonient apon the 18th Corps ^ . and was succeeding to a fearful degree, when, but for the timely arrival of Ceneral Dodge's corps, all v.ould. have been lost. A brilliant victory has been won, but as must always be the case where a battle waxes warm and continues' all day, with considerable loss. I visited the battle-field today. The ground was ♦ strewn with rebel dead; in many places our men were lying along side, . o. y which spoke plainly of the deadly hand-to-hand conflict which had 1 n -Ilk-loLh.u- .ij ariw *1 y ■ " , r 4nsued. ' I ■' t" d ■ Col. Bolknap, 15th Iowa Veteran, captured a rebel colonel and . Srew him over. And now to turn to the 2d division of the 16th Army Corps. t J The men inatintained their ground after they had rxin out of ammuni tion, which I believe was the case with the 2d and 7th Iowa, 1224 * July 1864, ,j«rT They depended on iJheir bayonets when it came to the worst, Capt, Chamberlain of General Dodge's staff, and myself made an estimate of our losses. About 4,000 will cover our entire i-noJ loss. The rebel loss is not ^less than 8,000, We captured 1,000 prisoners-^ G«en0ral ."'^odgo has a good staff Among his officers ... L, Redfield, A.A.Q.M,, is the very soul of good fellows. I have known him of "Auld Lang Syne." When in Corinth, I used to write for him when Recorder of a military commission. He is one of a • very few whose r^k does not spoil him, I meet with many familiar faces in my rounds, Correspondence of (i -I" h;v/< e' m: , (^DR88) " e/fj I.) The Battle of the 22d at Atlanta a Union Victory—The I . . ^ f - . . • Rebels Lpse 8,000 men--Our loss not half that number—1200 prisoners • • T • - in our hands--Decatur Safe--Splendid Raid by Garrard Destruction of two Bridge, Depot, fi:c. at Covington-- All the roads leading out t '' tv; 10 of Atlanta Cut but one. Before Atlanta, Ga,, July 24, 1864, The fight on the 22d proves to have been a most disastrous one to the enemy. Taking into account the object and manner of the attack, and that it was intended as a final annihilating blow upon the Union Army, the attempt recoiled with terrible effect ■ ' % f # upon the rebels. The news of the death of Mc pherson fairly maddendd the army as it Spread through the ranks from one command to another, and the cry was: "MCpherson and -> eriJ I "n: ; , >3SI • SSiiV. . July 1864. f ■ . • • -i-' Weeping for the death"of their illustrious leader officers and men fought with a determination, a madness, never "before witnessed on the field during this campaign. • - It is now quite evident that the enemy, when he fell back out of his works, did not retire to the inner line around the city at all, though by taking that direction, and showing themselves in large numbers upon thrir vorks, they intended to make us believe they had done ao. Hardee's corps, instead, marched during the night away round to the eastward, upon the McDonough and other roads, sweeping entirely the circle of the Union left wing, and » ■ ' 'L then, aa we closed in around the city, and before the left wing * ■ ■ * had gotten into position, struck us upon the front ofi the McBonoug^ t road and also upon the flanks. The 3d brigade of the 13th Iowa, '' -V made up of the 11th, 15th, and 16th Iowa regiments, was on the extreme left, Th'^ attack began about noon. Two companies of the 13th, f « and the whole, of the 16th, numbering about 300 men, were co - pletely onvelppad before the position of the enemy was known, and they were captured. There are SO men missing out of the 13th, who are probably partly to be reckoned among the killed and wounded, arjd partly among thos- captured. The division lost 1,1000 men in killed, wounded and missing. The Rebel General officers command ing in the attack were Walker, Clgburne, and Cheatham of Hardee's Corps, and Bates, of another command, prisoners from all these divisions were captured. rm «j| T t July 1864. 4 .. f t The Attach on Decatur, Two divisions of IVheeler's cavalry Corps were thrown upon the Decatur for the capture of the place, and the destruction or capture of our supply trains. A brigade made up fro the 15th, I6h and 17th corps occupied the town, and ,iO', made a good fight. At one time the enemy drove our men back through the place, but they were afterward repulsed and driven out. Col. Riley, with his brigade of the 3d division, marched to. reneforce the garrison (I cannot recall the name of the Colonel • :tn commanding the place) and materially assisted in expelling the , , . • -t rebels, and saving the train, which was successfully placed under t ' I ' cover of our troops. A section of the train, comprising ten wagons fell into rebel hands, and their contents were carried off. This was all the damage inflicted upon us on that portion of the line, ^e lost one man killed, and two or three wounded. The enemy left ten dead upon the field. r . * c. . Mrs. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, July 25, 1864, I wrote to Joseph about investing money in real estate in St 'if* * Louis, but you have no idea how high they hold prices for anything that will pay any interest. He is looking out for bargains, but t • is very prudent. George Pegram and B. R. hade made fortunes, and you could have done it, but the time is over for that. Good* houses are held as high as gold. If'you could have been there, you could have done it, but it isn't business that' I have Judgment for, and I am afraid. C , July 1864. Mrs, Spencer is very anxious I should go East. If I get com pany, lhat I like, I may take a trip over to Niagara, leave the girls here, and as you. always seem willing that I should do as I • please, suppose it is of no use to ask your advice. I am a little, suspicious of Mrs. S. but suppose she is as good as most any otherbesides you were the cause of my having her for a friend and, of course, would not want me to be intimate, with her if she.was not all right. , Xfi'i ■ :• ' J '• The rumor is that Atlanta is occupied by our forces; nothing official yet. 4 .Jl'IO", .4^ ' I bave sent $3,000 to Nate. Girls are well. Monday morning, July 25th. We hear this morning, of terrible fighting last Wednesday till Friday. I am very anxious, but you wrote that if I got no telegram from you I right know you were all right, but I shall look anxiously for letters, and hope to hear ' • - « soon that you are safe; cannot rest until I do. How many more of these dpeadful battles must be fought before we have peace? 1 .nd to think that ^eneral McPherson must fallI How could he have been killed? I am so anxious to hear the particulars and I fear • t ' you hav8 got to have more fifehting before the city fa^ls. Is it true that Johnston was superseded, ond that Bragg came to the re- .'M bel army? I want to hear certainly that you are safe; it is dreadful to be in constant fear of hearing ill news; but I trust, and hope and pray and believe that you will be watched over Mid July 1864. . ixrT. " spared to us- we all pray that you may. I cannot rest from one day to another Aow, till I see the papers; we have ■ the Gazette, which gives most reliable news. Write soon— and don't fail to telegraph if you*are huit, or want me. ' « wi J • I ' Geo. E. Spencer to Gen. Dodge, RomO, Ga., July 25, 1864. '■ 'Enclosed I send an Jp plication from Major Hanna for the pro motion of Captain Horn as Major. He did not want to send it through General Vandever's Head Qusarters, because Adjutant Letton is there, and is trying to get the Majority, and would detain it or suppress it until*he had an opportunity to use some local influence in Illinois. Major Hanna does not under any circumstances want Letton, and would resign if he were appointed. ;'i! Li:. ■ n I send Lt. Kellogg, my Comraiss of Subsistence to the front to be mustered out, his time has expired, and he is very anxious to ' I " •' f i' * go home. If you can send me 15 furloughs, I can re-enlist that number ■ I . -1 ■ ■ - tff C6.1 whose tim^s expire the 28th of September; they will re-enlist if they can have a furlough now, and go home. Today I received a telegram fbom General Sherman, directing me to confer with the Becretary of ^'ar for authority to recruit. I have sent Mr. Stanton a long letter giving a history of the Reg- « iment, its organization &c Sc and referred to you as being its father, and having brought it into existence, and also of the sig1229 July 1864. • ' A • nal services it had rendered. 'Will you not also vrite him a letter? I sent mine direct as suggested in General Sherman's dispatch. I am totally disgusted here. We are guarding aaall wagon trains about the country, and doing picket duty. > t I v/ant to do some thing and will if I can get an opportunity. • • • General V is a granny, besides being only half-witted, but. I don't have any trouble, only obey orders, and have been waiting,-^ hoping and praying for something to turn up. I wish I could gefi 'oh carte blanche to go where I choose, for a couple of months; I •. would get up a breeze sure." n . . . ' ■ We .diavo been celebrating the j»a«p"ufe pf Atlanta for the last three days., until ton ight we learn that you do not hold it, but I certainly do hope you will get it shortly. I ^ sorry to learn , - th"at General McPheron is dead. ' I ^ ' '" * / "■t»v ' Rousseau has succeeded in hTs lexpedition, but I cannot learn that he has returned. I am lAcllned to think that he has gone to Pensacola, I captured 6 prisoners today, and burnt 5 houses. The Bushwhackers are abmewhat troublesome, but I will burn thev£dia0% out, if they will let me have my way. Please send any letters, there may be for me by It. Kellogg; also if you want me to return, I't me know. 1 hope you will get the Department and Army of the i Tennessee. I suppose,however, that Logan Blalr wilL h© the " I fortunai^'bnefl. ed* net Ajd hsr JT . .one • ' ■ »"t -.A u r>nv r'' 'o t rton' 'now wet n hun 'AMr' i I , ■ ■■ AV >» ' « I'V.I ' ■ '.'■V" ,•:.' July 1864. k t • r. • -p- ^ Gen. Dodge to his wifeV^ear Atlanta, Ga., July 26, 1864. Tfe move tonight way around on the rij^t flank of our army, to break off the rebel communication'. The battle of the 22d was a terrific one and I believo all, from General German down, give me cbedit of saving the day and preventing a great disaster. For three long hours I stood in the open fields and received the attack of three times my numbers, and at last broke their column, driving them before me in great confusion. Their dead alone reach nearly 3000; on the front of the 2d division, 422 were" buried right IH'sight .of ■, our line of battle. No one estimates their loss less than 10,900 • many as high as 15,000. Our loss was between S and 4,000. If Would 1 ike very much to reat and have a furlough,. I placed ^ Sweeney under arrest yesterday, and sent him to the rear. He has behaved very badly in the campaign, and I was forced to have him arrested, and charges preferred. General Corse-, of Iowa, will command the Division. -j ' ' n.,:. 1 .You do not say whether you received my trunk. Two month's rambles would pay me now for all my hard work. Hood evidently intends to make a stubborn fight, and hold every inch of ground. His attack must have been very disastrous to his army. My comiaand captured 8 battle flags; 703 prisoners— 1 Colonel, 21 line officers-- and collected on the flLQld 1300 stands of arms. It was by far the biggest battle of the campaign, and a few more such would use up the rebel army. 1231 Jxily 1864. July 28:- We swung round to right flank again during the night of the 26thj commenced fighting on the 27th, and to, daj^, the 28th, the little /jr'my of the Tennessee has struggled all. day against Hood's hosts, and whipped him badly. Tonight his t - • dead are in our hands, very many brave men and officers have fallen. Atlanta is at oiir mercy; its steeples are within easy range, but as long as Hood will butt against us we say let him come. I think you will find that this Army has fought a greater number of battles even than firant's, and that our line is not l/4 the size of the t , i ■ enemy's. . - - ^ r r t - 'I -ri . . . Will write in a day or two. My coat and hat have come; they ■ ■ • C .s .t" ' ■ • • suit me exactly. * ' . - ' Mrs. Dodge to the General, Greenfield, July 26, 1864 ^. . i: The news of the great battles before Atlanta comes In slowly, and we do not get any particulars. ' Th morning paper has a'shcrtWashington dispatch, and in it mentions that the 16th corps hadheavy fighting, and so, of course, ydu must have had. Of course," I am anxious, but I believe you will be saved, but you will bev.'t'^ worn out with hard fighting, even if you come through \mharmed. Perhaps this will come in time to let you know that our thoughts are always with you, and, of course, it will do you some,good, it not a great deal. Lettie and Ella listen as eagerly for all the warnews, and it would do you good to see their eyes glisten when I read the dispat where they mention your hamo. They very '% 1. , < C. ■: ; . i if* t"U * 1232 SBSI July 1864. -Tyr, proud, and thini, there is no one equal to their father; though they don't often'say much, they thin', a good deal. Today Lettie is learning a piece for the last day of this term, when there will he a vacation of three weeks, or through August. When the Fall term coimnences, I think of sending her here or to* Centreville with Estello who is going. Minerva is willing to keep her, and she is ' pleased here; will let her stay the fall term anyway, and then if .1 necessary, I can send for her. She has not recovered from the effects of the diphtheria yet, but has improved very much, and i's" I much more fleshy. I called in Doctor Howard yesterday, to' see my eyes. Went to Indianapolis to see the oculist there, but he was out of the city. They have been troubling me a good deal, especially evenings, could not read an hour by lamplight. They do not look very badly, only at times, so as I supposed you would not like the prospect of having a blinS wife, and as I knew it would be anything but agreeable to me, I concluded to have advance. Minerva ' * « » says she is ^ing to write you, and say she saw a good-looking gen tlemen take my head between his hands and look, in my eyes, so I've spoiled her fun, by saying who it was,, He says the optic nerve is affected, haa given me a salve to use which he thinks will help me very much. Were you near General McPherson when he was shot? I am very anxio^e to see the particulars; brave, true soldier, it is sad to think we must lose him; well that he had no family to be hearts 1233 July 1864. . • iisT. broken. The lady he was,engaged to, will, of course, feftl.his lossj but nothing in comparison to what she would if she had lived years with him and learned to depend on hiir., I had letters this morning from your mother and Jule. Jule is up to her chin in comply and fun; don't think of much else, I should think by her letters, Nate was sick at home. The draft I guess, is coming up the Missouri Valley, and he is thinking of that and his coming fall bliss. It's-a fine thing to be able .to get substitutes, T I hope you-will rest. .- Am fearfpl of the rebels getting;^ ■ .re-inforced. 'Why don't Grant do something? No victories in the East, nothing but what Western men do any where; no victories in the Gulf; what is the reason? But it can't be so long. Thank Heaven, Sherman is striking a blow that will make old Davis quake and tremble, and Grant will soon finish him. God grant it. July 29, 1864. Dear Mrs. Dodge: Yours came safely to day and I am delighted to hear frpm you, though deeply sympathizing with your anxiety,. Before this time, I hope your mind has b.een set at rest on General Dodge's account. I have watched the , .fl' papers eagerly and fearfully, you may w,ell suppose, but thAnk^^ heaven, none of the names dearest to us were nn\^ong the wounded or • i ' killed. Poor McPherson.' It gave me the heart-ache to hear of ^ hia death. You know we were warm friends. I cannot see anything said about him now, without feeling very aad. Alas! That the best 123^ July 1864. . — \ ~ and bravest. should fall.' Oh-, my friend, may God si)are yours and mine from danger and death. I feel as if it would kill me to have my darling fall-, and I am sure your heart would break under such-a blow. < But we will not anticipate evil, God is good and merciful. We will try to trust in him, - ; ^ ■ The Book does not progress very rapidly; all my' drb'afls of great literary achievements have been dispelled some weeks ago, I don't get one hour undisturbed, in v;hich to write and interuptions ruin everything. Did"you ever-know any lady who was loved too much? I am one of that unfortunate kind, but try not to com plain of that. Sweetmeats are very good, you know, but the. fate of those who eat too much, isn't always of the pleasantest nature, I shall hope, however, to get it done some time, "lien I do,, you shall share-tJie''last, as-you did the first,! I never wrijte a line on it without wiShlng for your presence. About the Niagara- Trip -1 should dearly lovfe to feo", but toother won't hear a word of it. She goes half wild at the notion of a dfty's absence. It is really strange to see how the poor old creature slings to me. I cannot get out of her sight an hour in the day, unless J go down town, and then she worries. Even could „ # " I I go, there is no one here who could ^ccompiany us, I fear. Brother Ambrose iS abodt entering some new business arrangements, amd says it would tie impossible for him to leave, Cincinnati relations 1235 July 1864. .• /Hi' 'list are scarce articles it seems, when you really want them. J. wish, very much that I could go. We would have such a nice trip. Love to my pets, Ella and Lettie . Heaven bless them.' Oh dar, don't I wish I could see them. V.Tiy vvon,'t you come to see me instead of the Niagara trip? I would try to make the visit pleast V » - ,, ,ant for you as possible. I can promise ;rou a cordial welcome from all my friends, books, music, &o. all a nice country town affords. With much love, toujours votre amie. Bell. NOTE; History of the 4th Iowa Infantry, (7DR105):- Gen. Dodge to Capt.L.K.Dayton, near Atlanta,Ga. July 24, 1864. , I respectfully request that the 3d brigade, 4th division, 16th A.C.Now at Decatur, Ala., be ordered to join this command. The two divisions, comprising four brigades present (two of each Division) have lost in killed and wounded alone some. 2,000 men; and VsN • ^ the detaching two brigadoa, together with the loss from sickness, has reduced the command from 12,500 effectives, which it started with, to some 6,000. One Brigade 1,800 strong is at Rome, Ga.,. and one at Decatur, Ala, If either brigade or both could join me, it would give us a valuable addition to the army. - * There are also detached the 1st Alabama Cavalry, at Rome, and the 9th Ohio Cavalry, at Decatur; besides some three regiments of colored troops belonging to this command, which makes those absent t and without the command fully equal to the present. If it is pos1236 July 1864. sible under the exigencies of the service, I trust'the General Commanding the Military Division of the*Mississippi will order up a portion of my commandy' GFTIERAL LOGATl'S ENDORSEtlKITr Head quarters Dept. and Army of the Tennessee, Before Atlanta, Ga, , July 1864. Respectefully referred to Head Quahters Military Division of the Mississippi for the consideration bf the Commanding'General. GENERAL SHERMAN ' S ENDORGEI.IEKT: Head- quarters Military - Division of the Mississippi. Nc^ar Atlanta, July 26, 1864. - I cahnot send the two-brigades-at this time. Am fully aware ■o5r the reduction in the command, but the proper guards at Decatur ^ and Rome are necessary. As soon as possible I'will bring forward I S'jtiV -'..floi'X : , ■ .1 th® Decatbir force. SENERXl HO'ARbS' ENDORSEMEOT: Head quarters Dept. and * v Army of thn Tennessee, before Atlanta,'da., July 28, 1864. Respectfully returned to Maj. Gen* G. M.Dodge Commanding teft Wihg 16th A.C., and attention-called to the endroeement of General • . ■ ; ,f • . ■ . , ■ o Sherman. Lt. Cbl. Clark to Gen, Dodge, before Atlanta, Ga., July 24, 1864 I afe directed by the Major General Commanding to request Miswers to the" follwoing interrogatories:'** • 1st. How many battle flags were oaptured by your on the 22nd inst7 b: 1237 y.n.'ri July 1864. 2d. How, many of the enemy's killed have been hurled by your command? Gen. Logan/s S. F. o.No.. 77_, Beforp Atlanta, Ga.,. July 24, 1864. II. Corps Commanders will direct their trains, to move at once, and park in rear of Maj. Gen. Howard's command, on and in the vicinity of Clear Creek. Ammiuiition trains and ambulances will be kept in the immediate rear of their respective divisions. ' t , iX*i , ^ 'J' ..„.,The positions occupied by the-trains of the respective corps wlllbe reported to these head quarters. VII. The supplies of this Army will hereafter until further order be dravm from Marietta and Vining's Station. .Trains will proceed and return by way of paice's Ferry, Part of letter relative to Genera" Sweeney, July 24, 1864. A • ■ Conversation turned on the fight of the 22d. • t ' General Sweeney denounced the move saying that the attack on the left was on account of the.interfering of the commanding officer, I told him that I disagreed with him. He said his left was un protected on account of the 4th division running, and I stated that they did not run. He appealed to Capt. Welker when I said that any parson who said the 4th-division ran, said what was not so. General Swaeney iwaadiately said it waa so, and that I was a •and struck at me. He slapped me in the face, and he being wrong, I refused to return the blow. He continued to 1238 0-0 ■0 i July 1864 i" \f.ir' d—n me after I had retired and sat down in a chair, when. General THwiiil^'^d other officers interfered and secured his arms. I then retired., . July 25, 2 p. M. G-. K.-Dodge,. Maj'. Gen. • H, M. Hoxie to Gen. Dodge, Des Moines, Iowa, July 23, 1864. Off: i The State Central Committee are assessing the different office holders. I would be pleased to have you assess your staff, and raise and send me at least $100. Carpenter, Tichenor, Spencer, &c. will contribute, I have no doubt. ^ Crocker is still here; leaves soon for the West. Kasson is sick, and has been for a month at Bedford Springs, ffenn. 1 ex- ' pect him home as soon as he recovers. edT .T-r 1 shall open the campaign about 1st September. Am gofn^t to make it hot. We have a few Fremont men in ^owa, and lots of ' ' * ' r aohehead&i still ire shall whip them badly. The State ticket is a good one, strong and reliable men. The people are wanting Old Abe to" turn'the Blair family out^ and 1 guess we Will get the purchase on them yet. I wrote yu that A. A. G.Clark was down on you--I know it. Cultivate him. 1 • o f 'ooi'* T Tuttie is here. He has played out. They accepted his res ignation as itodn ai tifftdferei, I was told he would have been mus tered o€t he hkci not resided. (THia is private) t will try to post you. ^ ■ • — - - 1239 July 1864. . Gen, Dodge's S.F.O.No. 45, near Atlanta, 24;- (13DR):-': r I. General V^ood's division of the 15th corps has been ordered to move into Decatu.r at 5 o'clock thid morning, and to directly return destroying the line of the railroad, for, the purpose of •♦-keeping the'enemy's cavalry on our left flank, and, at the same .time, securing a diversion while an attack is being made onttfte ■1 flank of General Thomas, and protecting the return of General Gar- . ■—--i^ard from his cavalry expedition. The skirmishers of this 6om- •mand will feel well out at daylight "this morning, the sklrmis'h line will be careful to keep its right flank connected with General 1- Elair'5 pickets, and will be cautioned against any attempts of the j • • ' ■ enemy to break through to cut them off from the main line. In case the enemy should attack. General Wood is instructed to fall upon his flank and ptinish them. . > ■ - . 1 Brig, Gon. J. W. Puller commanding 41ih division, will move two regiments from his right to the left of Sweeney's line to occupy the position of Colonel Williamson's Brigade during its absdnce from the line. »•» , . . . II. The Commanding officer of F. Battery 2d U, . Artillery, will turn over to the commanding officer of Battery C 1st Michigan 4 9 Artillery, one battery wagon complete with the requisite animdl s and ' ■ I • ' harness. ' V " t I • Gen. Dodge to Gen. Sweeney, near Atlanta, 24, (10DR449) i *1 ■ o ' i . . ^ i The General commanding Left Wing 16th A.C., directs that the rHIy . • July 1864. . [ 'YM line at present held by our tr ops be strengthened in.every pos- ' sible way; as it iP tfie intention to-hold it. Abattis ditches can iae made in*front of it that will aid materially to its strength. Office Mem. 24:- - - Sprague's Brigade was employed assisting Wood's division 15th A.C., in destroying railroad from Pecatur to our lines. Lt. Col. _ Phillips ordered to relieve-Mersey in commandof 2d brigade, 2d divi- - sion. Mersey's Brigade remained in front of the 15th and 17th A.C. pioneer corps were employed in throwing up new works on the line extending on the left to the .railroad, and in completing and streng ■ hending tb.ose thrown up by the troops on yesterday. , •' ' - ■ ( The caissons of Murray's Battery were discovered and brought • ' • * In from our front; between the skirmish lines there were three ciissons complete, the remainder were broken and unserviceable. At 5 A. M. Williamson's Brigade 15th A.C. was withdrawn from Sweeney's left and joined its Division. Brisk skirmishing commenced on fronts of the 1st Brigade, 2d Division, and 1st Brigade 4th Division, at about 2 P. M., which was . » r , ■ . kept up throughout the afternoon and ni^t. private Diary Mem, 24:- ■ iV i I ,. All quiet; strengthening our lines. hi oi lavo /ttwA Cllw o'J'Vl rt Gen. Dodge to Col. Atig. Mersey, 25,- As you are about to leave my conanand on account of expiration of term of service, I take this opportunity to thank you for the efficient and generous aid you have always rendered me. That y4u 1241 July 1864. ... — • - * » have always promptly and well done your duty no one for a moment can deny, and that the men under you have well and bravely done their whole duty all gladly admit. You leave at a time and under circumstances of which you and ;*our command have good reason to be proud. Fighting as you did on three different fields the same day, and victorious on every one, forms the best and most honorable reward that you can take with you. I again heartily thank you for all you' ; . .have done, and trust that you will not forge.t old associates in. any Mi»w field you may choose. ■ " . ■ iy « • .J' ^ Gen. Dodge to Gen. J." W. Puller, near Atlanta, 25;' rf* rr i'ntx desire you and the staff accompanying you, to make a note of what otf6ut*T»ed at Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeney's headquarters this P. M. / IT'S Xiewr; - / .A—frrG.Colonel Clark to Gen. Dodge, near Atlanta, 25:- (t'Of: 'I have your note with regard to .Sweeney. r ^ u 'to Your action 3,3 heartily indorsed by General Logan and I need not tell you that I am gratified at i't."* I will see that the "dog" is placed where he can do no.-more harm, ofder' Is ,alre.^dy issued*, y ;'' r irr ■ -y»Jn'i ' 'f-T-.Tta'' a Gen. Sherman's S.F.O.No* 42, near Atlanta, .25:- t i% hu L. The several Armies ,and Bodieit of Cavalry wi ,1 watch the enemy to their .redpectlvo froYits; and in case the enemy retreats the south-east. General Schofieid will fqllow * directly tiPtittgh Atlanta, General thomttS by road on his right, and Generral Logari on left*. Generals Stoneman and Garrard's Cavr -; Juljf 1864. .a.w r V i:i;T airy will move by a circle to the left towards McDonough's, break the railroad and strike the enemy in front or flank, and'General McCook's and Col. Harrison*s Cavalry will move rapidly on Fayetteville and the railroad beyond, breaking it if possible in advance * of the enemy and striking the enemy in flank. II. nhould the enemy remain as noifr, on the defensive, in side of the fortifications of Atlanta, the Macon road must be at tacked by cavalry beyond Fayetteville and MoDonough's, and the In fantry must cover the line from the Howard House, General Scho- • field's present centre, to General Davis* position on the right, and the line extended East and South so as to reach or threaten the . railroad towards East Point. To this end. Generals Stoneman. and Garrard will call in all detachments, and send tomorrow to Roswell or in rear of the infantrj', all crippled stock and incnmbrances, ."'prepared to mov ' at daylight the liext morning, by a circuit to the left, so as to reach the railroad below McDon@ugh*s, General 5,, Stonenian will command thie cavalry force, but will spare General Garrard*s fatigued horses as mijoh as possible, using that command as a reserve, arid his own ,ad the -force with which .to reach and break the railroad. In like manner. General McCook will .Command hhe joint cavalry doriasand# Iiis own and Col. Harrison's, but will use Col. Harrison's fmtigtled cotfim^d as a reserve, snd his own to 'reach tho 9dftd and iiMNSdk! It. The railroad when reached must bo ■ subst oaf tally de»tFoy»*dNW a apace of ^ram ,two to five railes-- 1243 M.M' ' July 1864. telegraph wires pullse d down as far as possible and hid'in water or carried away. ii; JII, Maj. Gen. Sc'^ofield will prepare to draw back his left diviaion to the old rebe" line extending back from the Howard House towards- the road b;-' which General Stanely advanced, and be prepared « on the withdravl of the Army of the Tennessee to hold that line as the left, flank of the Grand Ai^y.' ' - . *' ' ^ IV, Maj. G-en. Logan v/ill tomorrov/ send all his trains and si-ck and impediments to the rear of General Thomas to any point " near the rrouth of Peach Tree Creek, and during the' early morning by moonlf(d^t" of the rwxt day--nri2; Wednesday, 'July 27th, withdraw his Army, Corps' by'Corps, and move it' to tho» right, forming on General Palmer and advancing the right as much as possible. » - V. Maj. Gen. Thomas having s'rongly fortified his front will hold it by an adequate force and hold the reserves at point-s most convenient to move to •die right, 'from whfbh point it will strike and destroy the railroad, "or so \)ccupy he at-tenti*on of the enemy that the cavalry may do its work completely and effectually, VI. The Cavalry will, unless -otherwise ordered, move out at daylight of Wednesday the 27th Inst., and aim to reach and break the railroad during the day or night of the 28th, and having ac- ' complished tbSir work A7111 rotiirn to their proper flanks of the Ai-my, unless the enemy 'shodld be discovered in isetr'eat' when each force described will hang on thd flanks of the retreating enemy 12M July 1864. .i-nyi x.ri.-: and obstruct his retreat by all the, energy in their powerv VII, All Commanders will arrange that the tr^ns be moved behind the Chattahoochee, or behind the cent.re of. the a^rmy, during the tine the cavalrj' i'S absent in the execution Of this dutsr.-;yrh' n-en. Logan's ^.F.O.No. 78, before Atlanta, 25;- ^ « Maj. Gen. G. M. Ddgge, commanding Left Wing 16th Army Corps, w'll direct Colonel Sprague's Brigade to join its command. n.,II.. The Res well, depot for this army i.s abandoned. 'The trains now thelre with the infantry guard and artillery will pro-' ceed to VinginG's Station, or the most convenient depot on the rail road, where under the direction of Col Bingham, Chief Q.M», and Col. MacFeely, Chief C S., the trains will be loaded with forage and rations, and then move to. the pontoon bridge near the railroad across hhe Chattahoochee where they will be parked and await further orders. The gurad of infanti-y and artillery will then proceed from that point "to Jointheir wespective commands. ■v/ ■ v., Brig.- Gen. T T/.Sweeney, U. 5. Volunteers will proceed to Nashville, Tonn., nand there await his. trial by General Court Martial on oharges preferred, . 7 Conductors on TTnit.^.d States. Military Railroad will pass .. • ' . [) accordingly. t p. Baldwin to Gen. Dodge, Council Bluffs, Iowa, 25:- I hftVQ a /ly^pnbrother John Bos 'orth, a prlvqto in Captain Hedrick's Qo,, 15Vi Iowa Infantry. He has been in all the battles 1«45 July 1864. • -• - with that regiment since^it was organized, and has re-enlisted as _ a veteran., He thinks hevdeservee to he promoted, and thinks I ,ought to have influenpe enough to get him a position. His mother had two hoys at the beginning of the war; David, the el do ir, was a member of.Co. "D", 2d Iowa, and he died dt Cairo; the other, John, hag although very young, proved a brave soldier, • . . His mother has a great anxiety to see him do well,. C^ you ^ do an;''thing for him? If-he is worthy, and of this you can in quire, I hope you can' help him. If you ever can have a moment's leisure, I hope you would See him, and do what you can for him. Dear General, you do not know how .anxious we fe-ll for yodr 'Indi'VJ'idual success, and the success of your Army, yre have the first ,news of your, fighting at Atlanta, and the loss of your noble •JtcPherson. We all hope you are safe, and that tthe war will soon 'be ended. Write .when you get time,. I can't ask you to write to me now,. All well. - i ' ' H, M, Hoxie to Gen. Dodge., Des Moines, Iowa, 25:- At a meeting of this Committee to devise ways and me.ans to carry on the present CBBpaign, assessments were leviedJ'upon the -salaries of sll Iowa meh holding federal offices,, members of Con gress, and other?; but 4't was ascortairied that the largest, sum to be raised In that waq^ WdUld^ fall far short of the amount required. In its ettsrgenoy, £h0 Conwiittee directed me to address a letter to each of the Iowa Getnerals, and to say, mftor, relating 1246 July 1864. • • • above facts, that $100 from a Maj. Gen., and the lowans on his staff, and $75 from a Brig. Gen., and lowans on his ataff, if re mitted to me for the use of the committee, will be o|)portunely besA towegi, and gratefully remembered, &c. Hence this letter. ,. Ge^. Dodge's FO. No. ,46, Near Atlanta, 25:- (13DR);- I.. Hrig. Gen. J. F. Fulleij,. commanding 4th division ISthA.C. will assign twenty-nine enlisted men of Battery F 2d U. S.Artillery to duty with the 14th Ohio Battery, Lt. Smith with the remainder of the enlisted men of the battery will report for duty to tije commnnding officer of H Battery, 1st Missouri Artillerjj, ^ r II. The Commanding officer 9th Illinois infantry will detail fifty (5.0) en],iated men whose term of service expijres in August 1864, properly offi'^ered to report to Oant. H. L. Burnhara, Provost Marshall General, at these Head quarters for Provost guard duty. ^ V III. ; Private'James B.. Haldeman, Co. H.> 66th Illinois, is hereby detailed for special service in the Orc^nance Dept.,, and till report without^ delay to Lt^. A... R.. Park at these, headquarters for duty. yj# ; ft o.t IV. lUvlsion Oottmanders wi^ll forward forthwith to Capt. H. Chamberlain,. A.Q.M. at th'-se Head quarters a report of all of ficers and enlisted tien in their commands whose term of service eipi^e during the month, of August, in compliance with Extract XIV Social Pield Orders No. 34, dated Head Quarters Department and ' Anay ofnthe ,TenneB»ee, Acworth, Ga., June 9, 1864. July 1864. '-r, ,1 ' . / ; V, All offietal report will be made by Division, Brigade, Regimental and Battery Commanders of the part taken in the battle of Julj' 22d. Detailed reports of the losses and captures will be made, as well as racommendatigns of the officers ^nd men who are deserving of promotion or special mention. This report is special and will be an addition to the reports req^iiired at the end of the campaign ili' IT''! . 1 VI. Thd following enlisted men having been reported as deserters, are hereby restored to duty without trial with forfei ture of all pay and allowances due them for and during the period of their absence from their commands.. Private Alfred Marrell, Co. I. 110th Regiment, U. f. C. T. Private Lafayette Martin,, Co. D. 110th Regiment-,' TT.8.C.T, Private Isaac Lock# Cq, O, 110th Regiment U.S. •C.T. h-'.; -. r"' .ooea- 'J VII." " John Guthrfe, Private Co, D. 1st Alabama Cavalry Vols., is hereby dfetailed for special service, and will report without delay to Ma". J. H, Shurtleff, Actgl EnglSfe'er, 2d division, ISthA.C. for duty, VITI. Capt. H. L. Burnham, pro vest-Marshal General of this 'command will forward Imder proper guard to Roiie, Oa,, Private John L ceding, Co, B., fl2d Illinois infantry, with tha charge pre ferred against him, to be delivered to the Provost Marshal at Rome, who will keep hiA at work on fortification till suoh time as he can be tried by Coilrt Martial, • fitiKu; 1248 - • > • •' ^ vV - . ''.f,. tT • *. -■ ■ ■ , B&y July 1864. t IX. -Brig. (ien. T. W. Sweene3' having been placed .in arr^^st and thereby relieved from his cormiand of the 2d division, 16th A.C. , the Division staff will report to Colonel Rice for duty. Gen. Dodge t o Col. Geo. E. Spencer near Atlanta, 25:- All men whose term of service has expired will be sent to Chattan''jOga under proper officers will r&3.1s to be mustered out by Lt. Falsey, the mustering officer for this command at that place. It needs no additional order for you to recruit. The order from the War Department to me which you have is all sufficient. Showit to Genenil Vandever Gen. Dodge to Col.. Geo. E. Spencer, neaP Atlanta, 25,(17DR) ' • " • Lt ,• Davis started for Rome a jreek slnc.e tp muster that com maii^i. We had a hrd fight on the 22d. Hardee's arid hopd's old Corps massed on the Army of the Tennessee, We whipped them badly. t'The 16th A.'c. , dapturhd a battle flagfl ajid a large number of pris oners. Lost In the ponilWid 860. Rebel loss at least 10,000. Jt was .an open field figlkt. Qarrard made a big raid on the Augusta Railroad. Office Mem. 25:-ii .r - r\ • Lively .skirmishing continued on the front of the. .1st brigade -2d divieim, and lit .Brigado 4th division. At 5 P. >1. Colodol Sprague's Brigade reported to General Fuller, and went into posi tion on the right of Gene^^l Fuller's line. Lt. Col. phillips asBumed command of the 2d brigade 3d division. General Sweeney July 1864. h': \ was placed under arrest, and ordered to report to Nashville, t.o await trial by Court Martial, Colonel Rice assigned to command 2d division. Private Diary Mem. 25:- Had difficulty with General Sweeney. Arrested him, and preferred charges; ordered him to Nashville for trial. Gen. Logan's S. f. 0. No, 79, before Atlanta, 2b:- iW';':.! f IV. In order to carry out the instructions contained in Special Field Orders No. 42, Military Division Mississippi, the fol lowing movements of this Army will be made. Lst. Brig. Gen. Wood commanding 1st division 15th Army Corp will at 4 o'clock this P, M., march with his command ^nd take up his posttiori in the nfew Line of intrenchments, his right resting near " the railroad. 2d. Maj, Gen. Dodge, commanding Left ^ing 16th A.C. will at 12 o'clock tonight draw out his command ■hd move by .the nearest route to the main road running in re^r of Gen. Schofield's line. entering the road iataediately to the West of the point where the •new line of intrenchments crosses the railroad. Ger^ersvl Dodge will move to the right of General ThonUHi', comaand, and tf^ke up his positJon On the right of the corps of General Palmer, 3d. As soon as the troops of Maj. Gen. Dodge have filed out, ■aj. Gen. Blair will draw out his command and mareh by the moat prac ticable routes to the main road indicated above, following the 16th 1250 m July 1864. * A ■ ' 1 ' ^ Cor^s on that road and taking up a posfti'on on the right, 4th. TThen the troops of th'e 17th Corps have filed past. Brig. Gen. Morgan L. Smith Commanding 15th A. c., will draw out his command follow.'ng the 17th Corps,' and moving last, the Division of Brig. Gen. Tcod. The 15th corps will take up a position on the rigjit of the 17th corps,one division of the command being held in reserve. The new line to bp occupied on the right will, be thrown forv.'ard -as -f^ as p-racticable 5th. That portion of tho artillery which can be drawn out fnor during the day will be designated by ^apt. Hickenlooper, Chief of Arti ']ery, and a position assigns'"! .it .in the new line. The renalnlng artillery will be drawn out immediately after- dark, the wheels muffled with grain sacks and every precaution used to make the mdVment afs silently as possible, ; ' ' . , f, ,*2 '■ eth, . All' -tlirf trains except one wagon with ammunition for « each-t'^gl#io\ft *nd battery, will be sent today to a point in rear of the centre of the Army and the parked, ' 7th, Corps ooirimarders will under the direction of fJapt, Reese, Chief .Engineer, cause good roads to be constructed during the day far their commands to move out upon, and Staff Officers I Will ««*«' thiewelvw® thoroughly acquainted with the reute to bo tftken'l^y each'division. ■:» : 3th. All arrangements to accomplish th#sf| «©wiin»nts will 1 e made during the day so that the troops can be drawn out with celer rdty and without oonfusion, 1251 July 1604. V. Brig, Gen. J. M. Corse, having rep©rted to these head quarJ,ers for duty in accordance with S.P.O.No. 43, Military division of the Mississippi, will report, tp Maj. Gen. G. ivi. Dodge, coinraandlng left wing 16th A.C for assignement to the comand of the 2d divi sion of the iCth Array Corps. Gen, Logan to Gen.^ Dodge, before Atlanta, 27;- By an- error in printing the note on back of. re.port of effect ive strength, requires the report to be made on Tuesday; it should be "Prieday,. "iae.-. You will please have your reports made on Friday, commencing on Fridav of this week. «■ 'lO \ of> , ; ^1.0 r>. St. Louis, 26: * Dear Annie; Your letter, has just come. Enclosed you will find $10, the amount you leYt for the New York package. • > , I am glad to hear that Lettie is learning music; tell her to shame her Auntie in p'ractlce and learning. Dr^ doos not write often; if the coming fr.onth brings hiffi home there will be .plenty of rains, and prices will tumble down! If not, it will remain with me much as usual, with the difference of another.month. /L t me as tonish you^a little. Mrs* Pegram hais. been twice to see me, a%4 ^ have t asted a breath of Country ain, via Belleville ^nd.Shipman, Louise has gone to Chicago with her brother. Truly, Lettie. "ben. Ddgge'S S.F.O. No. <7 nea'i^ Atlanta, 26:- (13DR):a1, Brig. Gen. J. M. Corse having reported to these head 1258 ' July 1864. * M 'vt T ■ . • . . Quarters for duty, is in accordance with' Special Field Orders No. r* ■ • • ' 79, Head Quarters Oepartm'ent iand Army of the Tennessee, hereby as signed to the comtaand o'f the' 2d division, 16th A«.c. All books, maps and papers pertaining to- Head quarters of the division will be turned over to Brig'. Gen. Corse, and the Division staff "Will ^report" to him for duty.- - - Col. E. w. Pice, 7th Iowa Infantry, will again assume comjnand of the 1st brigade. , II, In making the movement tonight as specified in Extract * :IV, Speqial Field Orders No. 79 Head quarters. Dept. and Army of th Tennessee, a copy of which is enclosed, the. 2d division will have the advance, moving pf-oraptly at 12 o'clock tonight. The 4th Division will remain in its present position till the 2d has with drawn from its works, when it will clorely follow. ■ All the wagons with the exception of one wagon loaded with ammunition to bach Regiment and Battery will move this P. M., to a position near where the ordnance supply train is now stationed in ' the rear of the" oentre of thd Army. • , • TII. • Oapt. C. T. Cerm, 7th Iowa Infantry is hereby relieved ^ i'rom duty as Act. Asst. Surgeon General, 2d brigade ad divison . 16th A,C., that he may be mustered out» his term of service having nearly expired, " - Capt. James Compton, 52d Illinois, Volunteers, is hereby asr i-J* July 1864. ^ ..t, , signed to duty as Actg. Asst. Inspector General, 2d brigad"2d divi sion, 16th A.C., and will enter upon the duties of his office at once. IV. private Jacob Browning Co. E., 50th Illinois Infantr--, ■ having been reported absent without leave is ,hereby restored to duty Without trial without forfeiture ^of pay or allowances, it having been satisfactorily shov/n that his absence was with, good cause and proper authority. . V. The following additional instructions in relation to - vJ f I - . . movements tonight will be observed. At 8 o'clock M. Col. J. W. Prague, Commanding 2d birgade, 4th divsion, will move out and go into position on the left of Brig. Gen. Wood's division, 15th A.C., in the new intrenchments North ■ ■ ' . - . ' " of the railroad, and will join this division as it passes through • t these intrenchments during the night. I _ The 2d brigade, 2d division, will draw out with the 17th A.C. and join its Division tomorrow morning at the Creek near General Sherman's Head Quarters, where the command will bivouac. ' - I ' The troops be moved quietly without sound of bugle or t • • drum, and all teams except one wagon of ammunition to a Regiment « ' and Battery must move off early tonight and go into park with the train in rear of the centre of the Army before 11 P. M., so that the entire road is made clear for troops. The ammunition wagons will move in advappe of the divis-on. h * 1294 > July 1864. ■ t Division picket officers will report to Capt M. L. Burnham at these Head Quarters at 10 P. I', for instructions in relation to withdrawing; the picket lines, which is not to he done until the "^entire Army has moved-out, " . ' Gen. Logan's S. F. 0. No. 79, "before Atlanta, 26 (16DR146) « III. Lt. Col. G. L,- Godfrey, 1st Regiment Alabama Cavalry, will forthwith proceed to Bridgeport, Decatur and other points along the line of U. S. Military Railroad, and to Cairo, Illinois, and liemphis, Tenn., with the view of finding*, collecting and sending to the regiment,* all men who are improperly detailed and absent. T » ■ ■ ■- .n fum evo . CXI? , . .JiOffice Mem. 26:- ' Brig. Gen. J.' "M,* Corse" a*ppo:nted to the c'omraand "of 2d Division, 16th A. C. vice General T. H. Sweeney imder arrest. All trains except ordnance were sent to rear of 4th corps, 2d brigade, 2d division, joined division. At 12 o'clock at night in oompllanc v;ith orders to command (2d division in advance) left its works to move towards the left flank of the army. General J, M. Corse assigned to command 2d division, and as ■ • ' ■■ lln ,, l; sumed Command. , *■ i tto. dv-. '--tt' Private Diary Mem. 2(5:- » - ' •• • ■ • ' : ■ Brig. Geu. J. !.!. Corse reported for duty, and was assigned to •oln command of 2d division. J. A. Lynch to Gen. Dodge, Chattanooga, 26:'- (15DR44):- Your order directing "t,© report to General Allen has not July 1864. been received, I will thank you to do irre the favor to send me a copy of it by mail to Louisville, and plea.se telegraph me here authorizing me to go there at once. It i-s now of great import ance to me to go there a.nd settle up my outstandinb business. Corresponddnce of the Cincinnati Gazette. Near Atlanta, 26:- (7DR115) , r .ur vx v Many facts of interest have been discovered since the battle of the 22d inst., fought by- the Amy _ of the Tennessee, all tending to show the unexampled valor of our troops. It whs unlike any bat tle we have ever fought, except, perhaps, Donelson, .where a similar attack on our right was made by the rebels, when Gen, Smith ordered '^'forward the left to crown the works. Here btir army was larger and mpre unwieldy. It was not possible to make movements wigh the celerity with which they were made <there, else our right could have ■ ^wung'into Atlanta. As it Was, the skillful management of our of- ' ficers, ahd tl\e heroic and unequaled bravory of our troops, wrested a victory from the very i)«iws of a disastrous defeat, "With the en tire pebel corps in its rear and enveloping its flank, and another thrown upon its unfinished works in the center, just where it was weakened to support the rear, with its idolized commander killed in / ' 1 j the very beginning of the action, the noble Army of the Tennessee met the shock and at nightfall found the enemy's dead and wounded abandoned on its ^ront. "Wo disaster, no temporary defeat could diacoiirage the men of thts army, 'With every man at his post, and .i'.lMW C 1256 i ' " • July 1864. ' ■ ' • , every one doing a hero's work, no defeat coul cf ov-eVwhelm them— they were invincible. t - ' - > ' . Where the attack firs-t broke on General Dodge v/as open ground. We- had no works, neither had the enemy. There the Battery of « Captain We-lker, tinder command of Lieut. Bloclgett, fired over four hundred rounds, mostly case and canister. The 14th Ohio Battery, • Lieut. Laird Commanding, fired over six hundred rounds of the same kind, neither bfettery yielded one inch of ground, though they -1*"' faced one of the most■ determined assaults of the best troops of the rebel army. Of the infantry in support, of these batteries too much in pmise cannqt be said. It consisted immediately o,f the old 2d division, which bore, the bnint of the bloody battle of Cor inth, and which there received the foul reproach of cowardico, after having fought and won, almost alone, that battle. On its right yrere other heroes of Corinth, "n Fuller's Division. Right ■ noble did these men here retrieve their wounded honor. No jealous Jjhmeral now, will ♦dare brand them as cowards, or call their officer by names too foi^to be printed, , The battle ground was much like that at Corinth. A point of . t! .7 ^ a low ridge running southward formed the extreme front of Sweeney's division where was stationed a portion of the 14th Ohio battery. On its left an(t»running northward along the crest of the ridge was Rice's brigade, Oij Its right and facing southward, and a little retired, ran line of Col. Mersey's brigade, his right resting on a stream in a low valley. After a little gap between him and ''' .H -H 1257 July 1864. Col. Merrill's brigade the line was continued to the right by that brigade, it,s right being on much higher ground than the left, -• The rebels had the advantage of the woods to cover their movements, while Gen. Dodge's line was plain in view in the open field. They had also high ground in their rear on which to post artillery, f '■ Cm thiS'little front of not more ihan a mile In length. Gen- ♦ 1 ^ eral Dodge s command took prisoners representing forty-nine dif- ' ferent regiments. The ordnance officer of one division reports having gathered from this ground ],200 Tower muskets. Over one hundred and fifty dead rebels were buried on the same front inside * of our picket line by our troops. A number were carried off by the rebels and others were lying dead outside of our lines, * THE 16TH CORPS ON THREE FIELDS. In addition to this bri - liant victory, the 16th corps was represented on two other fields. Colonel Sprague, of General Fuller's division", fought alone the battle of Decatur and saved the immense supply trains of the Army. Colonel Mersey's brigade of General Sweeney^'s division, after having fought nobly on the first field was ordered by Gen. Logan to the • * • suppoBt of th'^ 15th corps, where its weakened lines had been broken by the enemy. Immediately on arriving it made a rush for the cap- , feured guns and works, and in a trice retook them, and captured a large number of prtsonerd. 17th CORPS. The most remarkable battle on record was that fou^t by Gen. Dlair's corps. The reader must understand that our 1258 July 1864. •.-.t r iines enveloped Atlanta in a crescent form, and that the 17.th . Co.rps occupied the left point, a little thrown back. The rebel force had gained a point directly in the rear of their left divi sion, and the rebel line came directly upon thfeir flank at right angles with Gen. Blair's works. All this-, too, upon very short .• notice. Lieut . Murray's battery (F 2d S. Art,); was on the line _near Blair's left, and had just been ordered to report to Gen. - Dodge, when it was fallen upon and captured en passant. Over a hundred of the men escaped. . , # k. . 'I RESUME. At night, of the 22d, the right of the 17th corps occupied the same position it did,in the beginning of the action. The center and left of the 17th corps had swung back at right angles with the right, and rested on General Dodge's right, which # »• intrenched Itself on its battle ground. The 15th corps, with the resistance of Col. Mersey's Brigade, had regained and held its origi- % nal lino, •j'i In prisoners, we lostl,200. In artillery,12 pieces--Murray's battery, 6 pieces; four piece® from the 17th corps, and two from the 15th, In killed and wounded 2,300. The enemy's loss of course, cannot be so definitely ascer tained, except in prisoners, of these we have 2,000. We counted, turned over and buried upward of 1200 of the enemy's dead, which did not inelude their whole loss in dfead. putting the wounded at the moderate rate of four to one killed, and it reaches near 5,000. July 1864. . • • Take from this 1,000 v;ho fell into our hands, and numbered among the prisoners, and you have their total loss in killed, wounded and prisoners, 7,200, Our total is 3,500. It was accident that placed the 16th corps where it was — that is, Sweeney's division, for General Pullor had been placed there the previous day as a reserve. It was the efficiency^of the com manding officers and the heroic bravery of the troops that enabled the corps to maintain its position with a single line-- no reserves--against an attack in column of Hardee's corps. These troops saved the rear of the whole army, and Colonel Sprgaue, with his little brigade, saved its trains. All honor to the 16t,h corps.' There was no flinching among general officers. Gens. Dodge, -i * . c ■ Sweeney, Fuller, and their brigade commanders were on the spot duiIng the whole action, personally saw the fighting of .the troops and gave orders for their movements. Gen, Puller was in the thick est of the fight, at one time seizipg and carrying for a while the colors of one of his regiments, I mot Gens. Force, G. A. Smith,, and Lcggett, of 17th corps, at the time of the first assault on. Lgggett's division outside the works ,. between their command and the enemy, when the rebel line was emerging from the woods not • * over two hundred yards from our wrks. PERSONAL. Among those who fell to rise no more in the first 'Victortou# ^harge of the 81st Ohio was Captain Chas. Lane, A bul let pierced his head and his death was instantaneous. To say July 1864. that he died at his p3)st in defense of his coiAtry gives him an immortality of honor araony his country's heroes; to say thht he was beloved by his men and respected by his fellow.officers--that he .was one of the very few in the army with firmness sufficient to resist its temptations; that his private.character Was stainless; _ that his example was that of a nolple Christian soldier; all this makes his memory dear to his friends, and reconciles them in part to his loss. But what shall be said to her upon whose heart this news will fall like a'crushing weight of ice? God pity her and her orphaned boy, whose prattling tongue shall ask in vain "When will Pa come home from the war?" No'poor words of mine, or eulogied of others, can pour the balm of consolation into her heart. It is a grief too tender and sacred for human touch. ■ ^LONEI. AUG. l!FRSEY GOES HOIiE. This Officer, so' long in com mand of the 2d brigade of Sweeney's division, goes home today on account of the expiration of his term of service. On taking leave df his cbmniand he attempted to say a few words to each regiment, but his full heart choked his utterance, and he was obliged to d'>- sist. He passed through the regiments and shook hands in silence with the boys, while the tears trickled down his cheeks. He f it particularly sad in leaving his brigade so soon after their proud record of the 22d« ' He received before starting-the following pleasant and gratifying acknowledgement of his services in a letter from General'^dge. - .c ' 1261 Julv 1864. . - * t CHAiNGES. Gen, Puller has been in command of Veatch's division since leavin Roswell, on account of the illness of Gen. Veafcch. Gen, Sweeney hPS been placed in arrest and ordered to Nashville to await trial. Gen. J. M. Corse, late of Gen. Sherman's staff is assigned tr command Sweeney's division. Lt. Col. J. J. Phillips, 9th Illinois, succeeds Col. Mersey in comr.and of his brigade. Col. PhillifS rendered valuable and effiI cient aid to Gen, D^^dge, as volunteer aid on the 22d inst. Lt. Col. McDowell, 39th Ohio, commands the brigade of Gen.Fuller in consequence of the wounding of Col. Morrill who succeeded Gen. Puller. 9TH ILLINOIS. This gallant regiment, with as proud a record as any in the service goes home today, that is, those whose term of service has expired. So many recruits have been received, that six companies still remain. The regiment has rendered very imi . , • >""1 portant service in this campaign. At Snake Creek Gap it opened ' « the campaign, and her", on the 22d, it aided greatly in saving our trains, NOTE: On September 11, 1885, General Sherman In con- "" ; versation with General ^odge told h^m the leading motives which influenced him in placing General Howard in command of the Army dT . . S the Tonneaaee, thus superseding General Logan, of which confers-^ tiona General Dodge made a memoraridum, as follows; r I ' I Tk ?, ■ ' '' tf-iM '-Of? M* Me I'uV. . itn ^ • r»> .•fevo September 11th, 1885. • ' • " I called on General Sherman this P. M. about 3 o'clock. He had been* out to bee the battle of Shlloh, but could not see much resem.- blance except in the Gen. Prentiss part of field which i^ was def ^ - . . . . voted to. ^e had a long talk about the * Army of the*Tennessee; the f nature of his plans; his visit to Lincoln. Said that when he was * * « • « on the steamboat with Lincoln and away from his army, that Lincoln • • said to him: "I do not feel right with you away," Sherman said • f • that they were as safe as he was on the stearboat; that Schofield was there in command, able, and perfectly competent to take charge. But Mr. Lin oln said: "Sherman, I .would be happier if you were with them again. 'When are you going to return?" Stierman said that in the winter of 1863-4 after the battle of t Missionary Ridge on his trip to Meridian, he left Logan in command at Huntsville with the 15thcorps, and Dodge in command on line of « railroad from Nashville to Decatur with 16th cor is both in Gen, Thomas's Department, On his return he found Logan much dissatisfied with Thomas and complained of their treatment of him. He * could not send an officer or soldier to Nashville until he got his * t - ■ I orders or passes approved by Thomas a provost marshal or some local commander. Sherman when he saw Thomas told him he should not have treated Logan in that way, that he was a corps commander and * ? was entitled to better treatment, Thomas complained of Logan in , f several matters and said that he was hard to get along with, and that he had had no trouble with Dodge. Sherman said that he tried fco smooth the matter over, but he discovered an unfriendly feeling 1263 September 11th, 1885 that continued through the Atlanta Campaign, . :„t ' . When I'cPhorson fell, on the 22d of July, in front of Atlanta, • • Logan by seniority of ran!< assumed command by his direction and handled the army well. After the battle Thomas came to Sherman * • and they discussed the question of a commander for the Army of the Tennessee, Sherman told "piomas that Logan was entitled to the com mand, was competent for it and he desired to place him in-it. Thomasanswered with much feeling that he was sorry to hear him say so, for if Logan was assigned to the command of Army of the Tennessee, he should consider it his duty to resign his command, 4 Sherman answered Maj Gen, Thomas; "You certainly would not do that and leave me here in that condition," Thomas hesitated and final ly saidr'No-, I.dont know as I would go. so far as that," but protested that Logan should not be assigned to the command, Sherman said: "I dont see how I can pass him by, I dont want t do any thing that will seem to reflect on Logan," Thomas answered; "Well, let the President or. Secretary of-War select a commander," Sherm man said, "NoV I not want them .to send a commander here that is outside of this army." Sherman said;" In other words, you dont feel that with Logan in command you and he could act cordially and harmoniously together?" Thomas said,"Yea, that is it, and I think, to ensure success, that there sho Id be not only iiiannony but entire '^cordiality between the arm commanders," Sherman*s answer was that he could not afford to put Logan in command under such circum stances. 1264 September 11, 1885. Finally they sat down and discussed the merits of the differ ent Generals and settled upon Howard, "I have, said Sherman, always been a friend to Logan in a great many different v/ays. He was a good soldier. He handled the army splendidly on the 22nd, and in his movement to the right. But jj^ou see I had a great responsibility and had to do the best I could under the circumstances, I'consider Logan the representative volunteer General of the War." While I never knew the exact facts in the matter, I kna: the Army of the Te-nessee wanted Logan and was greatly disappointed when Sherman went outside of it for a commander. The officers and men felt that the little army that had had for its coinmanders Grant, gherman and McPherson, had filled every post of responsibility to which it had been assigned, and that there was material left in it to command it; but I think no one in it knew of this complication, and it is well they did not ■ ' Shel^an showed himself a master *heh he took the responsibil ity and*made no explkhation, and thus preserved the good feeling throughout the great command. I heard the news of the appointment of Howard, In nlace of Logan as we were-marching from the left to right. I did not know Howard personally,but did Logan. I was the rear in drawing out from the left, and on the march I saw Logan * I - sitting on,Jthe porch of a small house. ^ was told that Sherman was in there, t I went in with considerable feeling and asked Sher man ahout it, but he gave me no satisfaction—but talked kindly to me and told me about Howard; and as I soon left that array to take 1265 September 11, 1885 ^ command of the Department of the Missouri, I never saw Logan or Sherman again until after the surrender. Gen. Howard's F. 0. No.5, Before Atlanta, July 27:- ^ t In pursuance of orders from the President the undersigned hereby assumes command of the Department and "^rmy of the Tennessee. I assu.re the gallajit spldiers of -this renowned army that I fully realize the delicate ndture of my responsibility. Your late beloved Commander was my personal friend, and while I unite with you in profound sympatliy and regret for our irreparable loss, it shall be my constant aim to emulate his noble example. Shipmai-i, July *27, ^864. Dear sister Annie I have not boiight *any*real estate. If you want 2 00 or 300 dollars or any sum let me know, and I will send'it to you. I shall not break nor draw the $8000 till I invest it. I I V ' • f KOT^: See 4 DD1149):- > t .1 ■ Office Mem. 27:- ' I. •' * • ■ r •' 4. The command moved on roads to rear. the Army, crossing Proctor's Cheek at Proctor»s Mill.-At 3 P. M. 2d division formed in double lines on rlghfbf 14th A.C., on Turner's Ferry road, and moving forward drove the enemy's skirmishers, and secured a posi tion on a •commanding range of hills, south and to right of 14th A.c connecting therewith. The 4th division formed on right of 2d division, thb WBteand forming a line in direction north and south. 1206 July 1864. « ' ' j facing directly East, bverlookinc Atlanta. At 9 P. K., the lines were established, and th*e work of intrenching commenced. Private Diary Ifem*. 27":- k "I . ■ ; Commenced moving from left to right; crossed Proctor's Creek, and v;ent into position on right of 14th A. C. Oen. Ho.vai-'d's S.E.O.No, ^.1, before Atlanta, 28:- Quarter Masters of Pioneer Corps will at once make requisi- * tions on their division Quarter Masters for as full a supply of 'intrenching tools as they can carry, . ^ The Division Quarter Masters will procure them at once from Captain Palmer A.Q.m. at Marietta, Ga. • t • * t ' Gen, Howard's S.r.O.No, 81, before Atlanta, 28:- (16DR147' T . V. . . VI, on sccount of wounds received in battle, leave of ab sence for thirty (30) days is granted 1st Lt, Frederick Partenhlmer, Co, H, 10th Missouri Infantry_Yol\pitear|,,and Col, Edward F. Noyos, 39th reg ment Ohio Infantry Volunteers, to prsceed beyond the ,lim its of the Department, • • Gen, Dodge's SiF.p.Ho, 48, .near Atlanta, 28;- (13DR):- • ■ . I, private James E.-Uaguir© Co, I 66th Regiment Illinois Infantry, is her»hy detailed for- special service and will report ' at bncd ^o Lt, J. RedfioJLd at thes« head quarters. • ' '■ J. 7.', BMWtegfto <Japt. J. A. L jich, near Atlanta, 28 (17r«L 'Ih'e order sent you relieving you from ^duty with this " command. Report to Gen, Allen at Louisville, 1267 July 1864. m Office Mem. 28:- The command completed its intrenchments, and batteries were thrown up at throe points on the line, and artillery placed in po sition . At 2 p. M. the 81st Ohio and 12th Illinois Lt. Col. Phillips Commanding, and 43d Ohio and 35th New Jersey were sent to the right to reinforce the 15th A.C., and relieving regiments that K, were engaged; they participated in the battle, which, however, ter minated soon after their arrival on the ground. The enemy shelled our line and head quarters with Light Art- •• t • . illery in position in front of the 15th A.c. I * ■ ^ ■ i J. , The 9th Illinois Mounted Infantry moved to position near Tuner's ferry, protecting the road and patrollir^ all roads south. The skirmish line advanced 500 yards, . " V ■ ■; t,r ' ■ Private Diary Mem. 28:- Eneijy in Atlanta on the right flank , The attack fell mostly ' ' f • • on the 15th A.C. 2d brigade 2d division was engaged, and two regiments from the 4th division, ! Gen, Dodge's S.f.q.No, 49, near Atlanta, 29:- (13DR):- I, Saddler Sergeant Janes Wniiams, 1st Regt. Alabama Cavalry • « ^ • . having been reported absent without leave, is hereby restored to duty without trial and without loss of pay or allowances; it having been'satisfactorily shown that his absence was'wlth proper authority. 1268 i. I ■ •> I • ■ ' iisH 'i. • July 18G4. II. private M, K. Wallce, Co."I. 1st regiment Alabama Cav alry, having been reported as a deserter, is hereby restored to duty without trial with forfeiture of all pay and allowances due him from the Government of th" United States from October 27, 1862 • « • * to April 15, 1864. This order is not to be construed as relieving said soldeirs from" the reqirements of paragraph 158, Revised Army regulations. K - I • • III. The commanding officer of the 9th Illinois (Mounted) will detail from ;ls command five enlisted men toireport at once to Brig, Gen, J. V/, Fuller, Commanding the 4th division, for duty, IV. Division commanders, each with one company for guard duty and with supply train to report to Captain J. K. Wing, Chief ♦ Q. M, at the pontoon bridge across the Chattahoochee river till otherwise ordered. V. Private David Bales, Coi K,, 7th Iowa Infantry voluntters, is hereby relieved from special service in the Q.M,Department, and will report at once to his company commander for duty, VI. Private Charles Juettson, Co, K, 52d Illinois Infantry - f t - • • . - • Volunteers, is hereby detiiled for special duty in the Q.M. Dept. • f and will report without delay to Captain J. K, Wing, A.Q.M. for duty. VII. privates Emanuel King and Ralph larmene, Co, F, 47th Indiana Infantry, are hereby rolieved from duty with Battery F., 2d U. B. Artillery and will report without delay to their regiments 1269 July 1864. • » ' at Mew Colorado, or wherever it may be. The A.Q.M. Department will , . . . furnish transportation. Gen, Dodge to Hon. E. M. Stf^nton, near Atlanta, 29. I respectfully request that Col. Geo, E, Spencer, commanding 1st Albama Cavalry Volunteers, be authorized to recruit for his reg iment now stationed at Rome, Ga,, from the n\imerous deserters and pefugees from Ala bama and Georgia, The regiment your records will show was raised by me at Corinth, Miss,, from the refugees that flocked into that place from Alabama, and I have no hesitation in saying that it is one of the most efficient cavalry regiment in our service; has done much hard work, and never failed when palled upon. It has, .been under my, command over one j^ear; its ranks are being thinned, but with this authority, they can be kept full. The men Jihat join it, will not join any other regiment, as it was entirel;- raised in North Axabama, and at this time most refugees from^that stata to Kome, Ga, The regiment is well officered, mounted and equipped, . Its knowledge of Gaorgia. and Axabama has been invaluable tiO us in this campaign. Gen, Dodge to Lt. Col. Clark, near Atlenta, 20(10DR452): * I respectfully request that an Engineer Officer from one of the engineer regiments in the Army of the Tennessee, be detailed and ordered to report to the commanding General of the 4th division 16th Amy Corps, 1270 July 1864. Ge-•; Dodge to'Lt. Col. Clark, near Atlanta, 29 )10DR453) I have the honor to acknc.vledge the' receipt of Extract 4, Special Field Ordord Fc. 32, 'Depart: -.ent aiii .Viay 'of the Tennessee. T have only a dingle' line of reserves. Four regiments are on the line of the 15th corps;' if returned I can stretch^' my line two regiments and hold two in reserve, which I think will be sufficient to hold my line* ' - Pl^ease inform me wiether it is the intention for these regiments to report back. OorrespondencQ of the State Register, in sight of Atlanta 20 (6DR89) t - ' • Although this letter does not bear date at "Atlanta",' as some sensation dispatches woul'd have you think It might, yet it is the next thinfe to it, there being but one lino bf the enemy's works between the doomed city and the' advance line of our army. Our batteries cah, and do throw shell's into Atlanta, and most, if not Sll of the corps' headouarters of Sherman's* Army are v.'ithin shel ling distance of the enemy's guns'. Since the desperate fight of the 22nd oh the left, and that on the right yesterday--both by the Army of the Tennessee--nothing but occasional cannonading and pick et firing hah occurred. In those two fights important results were obtained, but not without irreparable losses to that invin cible army of western men. In Lho former fight,* •wlien the lament ed iilcPherson fell, Gen. Logan of the 15th corps, assumed command of 1271 July 1864. H' the Army of the Tennessee, consisting of the 15th, 16th and 17th f ' army corps, at tBae most critical period of the fight, ^iust at the time when the rebel army v;^s in our front and rear, and when our men were in considerable confusion, and fighting on both sides of their breastworks. The fact that the Army of the Tennessee, under the leadersliip of the dashing, but discreet Logan, in spite of al most insurmonntable idfficulties, maintained their ground, and finally drove the rebels in confusion from the field, is suffi cient to establish a .reputation for daring heroism, unsurpassed by any veteran army in the service. Thp loss on our side in that fight is officially announced as 3,521, all fcold. The 4tlanta papers acknowledge a rebel loss of 12,000* On the night of the 26tl>, The Army of the Tennesseo was withdrawn from the left to take position on the extreme right. During the march, Oen. Logan was relieved of the command of the Army of the Tennessee, and was auperoedod by Gdn. 0.,0. Howard aP the 4th corps.^ After Gen. Logan's Magnificent victory of .the 22dTlnst., and his safe withdrawal from the enemy's front on.ythe left, his suporsedure was not received i t ' f t with the mo^t aimiable meekness by this army; but good soldiers I • obey all orders and ask no questions, , Not the least notable of passing events was the arrival here yesterday of Governor S^^one of ,Iowa. , , In their various njovements and counter movements between Chat- * % * tanooga and this place, our army has marched, more than a thousand 1272 July 1864. • Miles, built over three hundred miles-of breastworks, brid'ged in numerable streams, built scores of miles of railroad', destroyed the immense foundries and iron works tit Etcwah, Rome and Anatoona; they have also destroyed the extensive cloth manufacturing mi?-ls at Roswell, where the rebels manufactured for the use of their army 30,000 yards of cotton and 15,000 yards of woolen good every month; and more and better than all of this, our boys have whipped the rebels^in every fight, no matter how imequal the contest-- A:id in this imrortr.nt busi.toss the yodhg but giant ^est has borne a high anci an honorable part. The invincible Army of the Tenne8see--the Army that captured Vicksburg and gave back to the coun try the mighty Mississippi--has done the lion's ahre of fighting i; this campaign. The blood of our brave Western boys has moisten ed every hill ton and vale and crimsoned the waters of almost •»(hI every stream between Chattanooga and Atlanta. It will no doubt be interesting to your readers, and is not contraband intelligence, to give you the location of-the Iowa troops in this Army: In the 15th Army Corps are the 4th, 0th,'9th, 10th, 17th, 25th, 26th, 30th and 31st infantry, in the 16th Corps the 2d,7th, and 39th Infantry. In the 17th corps the 11th, 13th, 15th and k6th Infan try. The 5th and 8th Cavalry belong to the Army of the Cumber land, and the 5th veteran Infantry has been transferred to the 5th Cavalry, Of Iowa officers, Maj. Gen. Dodge Conunands the 16th Army Corps; Brig. Gen. Corse, a Division and Prig, Gen. E.W.Rice a brigade 1273 July 1864 in the same. Brig, Gen. Vandever ip in command at. Rome, Ga. E.Ti'. Rice is a nev; star in the galaxy of Iowa Brigadiers. Colonl Williamson of the 4th regiment. Colonel Smith of the 26th and'Col Hall of the 11th, command brigades,^ • • Governor St^ne met General Sherman during the fight of yes terday and v/as conversing v/ith him about the progress of the bat tle. During the conversation the General remarked that "Col. Williamson is at the front with his brigade, pitching in as he always does." A valuable compliment to a gallant and meritorious officer. , . I cannot close this communication wittout saying a word about Maj. Gen. Dodge of Iowa, v;ho so ably cormands the 16th corps. The splendid manner in w ich he handled his corps in the desperate engagement of the 22d, bringing them to the gap through which the enemy were pouring their heavy columns, and the timely aid he thus rendered to our wavering ranks, woi^a the highest admiration from all who witnessed it. It is but just to say that Gen^ Dodge is regard ed by the entire army as a brave and prudent officer; loved by his men, and that on al^ occasions during his long and arduous service he has displayed the hi^est qualities of a copaander. A mong the many able officers whom Iowa has furnished, none occupy a-prouder position, or will have made a brighter record at the close. S' L, Taggart to Gen, Dodg^e, before Atlanta, 29;- nis JNNPMrit^ Qtmiiaading) req,u<lit« that you send in to these "t X 1274 July 1364. . Head. Quarters, by the bearer, the names of Colonels in your command whom you desire strongly to recommence for promotion to the rank of Brigadier General, Gen. Howard's S.F.*0, No. 169, Chattanooga, 29:- Lieut. J. Falvey, A.c.M, 16th Army Corps, will muster out of the ■service the officers of the 7th Illinois Infantry Volunteers, their time having expired. ' • .. . . . - Gen. Foward'c S.p.o.No. 82, before Atlanta, 29:- IV. Maj. Gen. G. M. rodge. Commanding Left Wing 16th Army Corps will reduce his command to one good line, keeping not more than one Brigade as a reserve, relieving a-portion of General Ij SSii Blair's left, « . ^ Maj. Gen. 5*. P. Blair Commanding 17th Army Corps will dlmish his command to one line, also holding not more than one Brigade as a reserve, re listing a portion of General Logan's right. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan, Commanding 15th Army Corps will then '^'"'complete his line of works to his right. " ' . , ' . llie object being to extend the line as far as possible to the right, the intrenchments'will'be made strong, and ground cl ared well to the front, ' ' ' ' Cdrpa "commanders will report the execution of this order on the completion of ' « ■^1.* Corps ComiaantlerB will-be prepared at 8 o.*clock tomor row morning to move theli* bonmiands forward* in ©rder to extend our , 1275 July 1864. 'i' ti,-: • lineo to 1<he .right as far as possible, and relieve the troops of ^Maj. Gen. Thomas now occupying a position on our right flank. • Gen. Dodge to Gen. Howard, 29:- TTJiile recommendations are being made for promotion of officers . for services in the field, I desire to add my testimony to the efficiency and ability of Lt. Col. T. Clark, 4A.G. I consider this officer who so well performs his duty as staff officer shoi.ld -co also be remembered, and I believe that Lt, Col. Clark is deserving of promotion; certainly no one is more thoroughly posted in his bi' . . . dikty, or has done it better; and I cheerfully and earnestlv reccm- •i j ' " mend him to the favorable consideration of the War Department. ^ Office Mem. 29:- " .t." Irione ... . ' . ! ■ ' : One regiment of 4th division moved to right relieving some Wo'K :• r.-. . . . troops of the 17th A.C., one regiment of the 2d division relieved g.' , .. the regiment of the 4th division. At 2 P. M. the four regiments ^ ■■u " r on duty vith the 15th were relieved and 2 joined the command. The Pioneer Corps were employed constructing works on the right of the 15th A.C., extending^ to pnd crossing the Turner's Perry road. At 11 P. M. orders wore received for OorpQ tc he ready to move to the right at 8 A. M. the day .following, I • """ - Private Dtwj Hem;-,,,, Governor 3ton<4 from Iowa visited Iowa troops and stayed all ,jj;ilght with us., j ..,, : /t .il ivl , Sp.o.Ho. 50, nea^ Atlanta, 30 (^13DR);- . avv;.private Owea T, 0*ens Co. K, 9th Missouri Infantry is • V '4a* • s *■ 1276 July 1864. • ^ >(i . w ahefelby relieved from duty vjith Battery F, 2nd U. S. Artillery and ♦will forthwith report "to this regiment -at Memphis, Tennessee, or wherever it may be," The-Q. M, Department will-furnish transportaviool. : tion. jjO l7th A.C. are moving'to the right and the 4th division will stretch out their'line "as far as possible, and cover the ground left vacant drawing cut troops from the left if neces- ■ ' . . . ■ ov ■ -■ ' ■ ^ sary. Brig. Be"n. J. M. Corse will stretch oul the 2nd division and occupy the ground vacated by General Fuller. The movement will be ■ •.I-'-iisMtnco cllrj vul made immediately. -:Q . III. By authority of Brig. Gen. Thomas, Adjt, General U.S. 1 C ' Army, Eiigene L. Frederick, Go. B, 51st Illiniis Infantry is hereby appointed 2nd Lt, of Co, 4th regiment Alabama Veterans, A.D. to be mustered as such as soon as the reports to the Mustering Officers 'of the troops, with thirty enlisted men, Atii^ ' t '♦* . ' j . i 0' * • ^ ' ' '' ' r * 1 • ' tjf>'!' All ofiicers of tils coraniand will give Lt, P^ederick such aid in 'recruiting hi^lni^ as the requirements of the servi'ce wlir admit, and the C.S. will issue rations to him. iiOnto . ,1 XI NOTE: L. Carper on Oen. Corse's Staff*. * Lt. Col. Clark to Gen. Blair, Before Atlanta, 30:- xr» t Maj. len. Dodge has no reserve, and is compelled to take his skirmishers from his main line. The General canmanding directs f that you take three (3) rdgimSnts from your reserve, relieiving the . .o" . ■ 0 n-.- v 1277 July 1864, • same number of resiments on the right of Gen. Dodge's line,. , . A.D.G. S. L. Taggart to Gen. Dodge, 30:- peneral Bliair having only 4 regiments in reserve, the llaj . Gen. coranonding has directed him to send to relieve yoxir line only ■'jertpfi instead of three, as you have been previously notified. , J. Warhen Up»ton,to Gen. Dodge, Go. Danvers, Llass., 30:- Rev. Sam. J. May of Syracuse is at hoij.se tonight and has ^ , just been, relating some information that we thought may be of ser- ' vice and so I tahe the liberty to write you, „ . - 9qL n i : Mr. May, a short time since, had a conversation with a gentleman and lady who for many years resided at Daiton, Ga; both were Northerners by birth, the man a merchant, i' The woman says that when the rebels occupied Dalton, and only one or two days before the approach of the Union Amy, a woman Q , calling herself Mrs, Meeker was sent to the house she, the northern woman was residing in, and they two occupied the same room. Mrs, Meeker supposing that her companion was a southerner, opened her ' • 13^ budget of information to this effect, namely, that before the war she had resided in Savannah, that she vras a Scotch woman, that she had a husband on the staff of Longstreet. • < She said she was matron (at one time) of a rebel hospital at Griffin, Atlanta, and tl)at she traded in cotton and has pssed our lines to fnd fro as many as forty (40) times, mostly between 9 f ' I Memphis and Dalton. She was in Dalton one or two days before the ' '"TSk'J'Ui ; A ... 1278 July 1864. 18th or 19th of "April last, hawing passed from Sherman's army in season foi "Johnston to 'throw up his works,- that Longstreet on re- * ceiving the information that Sherman was going to Dalton, placed jiig head in his hands and groaned out, "0 God!" ■ • .f! ■ She has represented herself as true to the Union, and as being influenced by philanthropy and a desire to care for the soldiers whether Union or rebel. • She has been at IJew York and had an interview t?ith Fernando Wood, Governor Se*yraour and such. -Ut-uV • tThen Mrs, Meeker went i'nto Dalton, she had a letter from Joe Johnston to thef commander of that post, stating that she was a person of great importance and must be treated accordingly," *'This Mrs, Meeker said she was the messenger of ^rs, Greenough, * who wad the rebel spy l^at caused the defeat' at Manassas. todiJ'"';/ , 'I ' "> * ft If "irJoo'f r • •• I know not as this is of any use, oxft 1 presume it will do no ' I Lr o , ■ i ■* nejBO'' nejBo'' harm. . - Z*' iir.' thilllp'^iB^ i^'amily^iare Well believe, Iflw erfji ' ' ' , < , Y ■ • . ^ I » I am very glad to Ifear of your sucoesa, and that you have been eria -i'tli , - r.-*. • i i.e:. » apprecaited by the Government. to 1"" ' ' - Jl no baMhMnt • Iko/f God grant success to your noble armjr. ' -.oT.* '1 fy|a« (mCI Office Mem. 30:- • '.ewM w ■ . ^ At 1 A. M. rtolonel Sprague's Brigade, 4th division relieved nee .* -i ■ t,eggett's division, 17th A.c., and troops of 2d division filled that _ portion of our line vacated by the moving'of Sprague to th"^ right ,,rl?79 ^ on ft n«: July 1364. .rnr .The enemy opened upon our ^lines with heavy siege guns, shelIpitg Head Qi^arters.; -ti. o- , • " •' " At 7 P. Gen. 3lair relleveed-two of the regiments sent to replace Leggett's division on his line, and rejoining the command a'n-' they were placed in reserve. Official, notice was received of • ,l!»i:n;vSprague's promotion to-'Br^igadier General. . T r - ,fnn«isi©o onft i; Priva^fe Diary M'em, ol.tiof « ftf tp tlie enemy's."' ^ o" -^BWlOtax) Dddic's ♦ S.F. O.No'f 51, near Atlanta, 31:- (13DR):- Ovt 'I.'- Captain T. T7. Wilson, A.'V.M., having reported to these 'head quarters is hereby assigned to duty with the ,2d division of the 16th A.C., and will report to-Brig. Gen, Corse commanding the Divisioft, accordingly. ^ "11. In compliance with Special Field Orders No, 84, Departmerit and Army of the Tennessee, Brig, Gen. J. Sprague is hereby """•-assigned to the 'command of the 2d brigade, th division, 16th A.o. r.. &fta 'V iiii At his own request Brig, Gen* Vandevef is hereby re lieved from the command of the 3d brigade, 2d division, 16th A.C. The Senlo^ Officer of 11?® bpigfide will* assume command. ■ ' '-tf " Gen. Dodge to Col, Clarkj near Atlanta, 31:- (10DR453):- iJ iti After an inspectioh of my line, I have the honor to report -£G f. that every hegimont of, the. 2d divl§<ioti is in the front line with a 'h^ ' gap betweerv, fend, the i«th division, that one regiment will nearly fill. The 4th division has six regiments in line, including the 1280 July 1864. 0 . ■ ■■ V.1. regiraent on the skiririish line, with t\*6 held as reserve. General Fuller, con-.manding the 4th division, relieved five regiments of the 17th A.c , with three of his,- preferring to • - stretch his line and hold a reserve. j The 17th A.c. is relieiving .one regiment of Genera] Fuller's command, and I shall relieve a portion of General Corse's command by a portion of General Fuller's,, giving me after all changes are made, one ar\d 'a half regiments as a reserve to each division, oi) ' .Gen, Vandever to Gen. Dodge, Rome, Ga., 31:- (15DR45) auto/!.' Please deliver me and assign the command of the brigade to to .'Bome other, oh else detach the, hi-igade and allow l.0 to report di- •fti 'rect to your Head. Quai:tei»s, o.'I .'PihOQumo I will not be required to report to a division C' lamander who is my-Jmior. ^ . s. Tijggfert to Geri* DOdge,-Before Atlanta,'31:- tCdTBUMi Bl 'liajor General .Commanding,desires that you ascertain my pers- *onal»inspection; ob that of fin Ald-de-oaiap» the number of regi- '^"^ments, you have id y»Ui» front line,;-and the number in reserve; and * '* ' report the same to him, t. • -r ■ ' c. - i ,: Hblffhrd's "Svp^o.Ho, 84; before Atlanta, 31:- named officer6«.of this army, having been appoint- ' ed Brigadier Generals if,Volunteera by the President, will in pur- * suance of Special ^'ield Orders N6. 46, Head A«arters Military Division of ^f#*M±S8iselt)pd, of date July 30, 1864, be assigned by their re'speht'iVe Oorps'tKSStelanders to duty, jis the best interests ©•fix 1281 July 1864. . , • t , of the service may requires . Col, Charles C, Wolcott, 46th Ohio Infantry. Col. John Sprague, 63d Ohio Infantry. Col. William W. Belknap, 15th Iowa Infantry. . ■III. iCapt. T. p. " ilson, A. Q.lvk,, having reported to these Head Quarters v,ill report to Maj. Gen. G. M. Dodge, Commapding left Wing of the 16th ^my Corps, foi? assignment to duty . Gen. Dodge to-Lettie and Ella, near Atlanta, 31:- . . We.h^VO had.three days* rest, and although pa needs it very rr . much, he will employ a part in writing to you.. Ma will,tell you all about•the great battles fought by us on the 20th, 21st, 22d, 26th and,28th of this^month. Thousands of dead men are lying in their blood on the fi^ld. I have seen them until the sigh nause'ates_ me, and thcwoundad by themselves have gone to the rear, no little sisters to aoDothe their woimds, or daughters to caress them. t ' ♦.All 4av pien stand up and shoot each other down wh'le the roar - of cannon is terrible. I want very much to have the campaign end so that I can no homo, and see you all, hear Lettie nlay on the ■ - f q nrj~ • piano and have a romp with Ella. ■ ' Cu. ■ . ■ r I suppose you are having fine tlm6s with A'unt Minerva and the cousins ► . Gen. I^ogan*3 S.p. o.Ko. 3, be fere Atlanta, July 22:- In pursuance of Instrixctions from Ma|. Gen. W,T. Sherman, Com- # manding military .division of the Mississippi, t hereby assume comm mand of the Army pf the "ennessee in the field. • t uy 1282 July, 1864, The department Staff Will remain unchanged, ^d reports and returns will "be made as heretofore. Office Mem. 31:- , I • - . ^ 1' General ^lair relidVed that portion of^uller's division on his line. ot ' ^rivate Diary Mem. 3].:- ' • ■ • *ln'same position; moved up skfrmish line, * / ' Gen, Dodge'to his* wife, near Atlanta, August 1st:- ' It is a rainy day , and "aithougf^ 'I wrote^you yesterday, I will improve a iiesure mment in writing again. The mail came in to-* day and I was disapnointed in not getting a letter from you, /^hree long months have passed since I saw you, and it seems a year; many, many eventful hours have I seen during that time^ days roll by and nights are slept away with nothing but the roar' o'f . 1. artillery or the crack of the rifle to break one's thought. As I sit here, crack, crack goes the skirmish line, while the dull thun- ■ . . .. der of a rebel or Yankee 'gun passes by. I see that Gr-ely has I «• ' some idea of peace, I would like to see it and see this bleeding country going forward once more united and prosperous. My own feelings are changing, and my opinions are wavering a little as to what is best for the United States, I know thct the rebels are heartily sick of their bargain, and though they thunder their * ^ * ' « • 'S. ■ . . , . columns against us it is with little avail. Prisoners taken all have canteens filled with whiskey, and are often dr\ank--only think 1283 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource General Dodge Papers Subject The topic of the resource Dodge, Grenville M., 1831-1916 -- Correspondence. Union Pacific Railroad Company. Generals -- United States -- Biography. Railroads -- History. United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Correspondence Description An account of the resource Data chronologically arranged for ready-reference in the preparation of a biography of Grenville Mellen Dodge. Correspondence, diaries, business papers, speeches, and miscellaneous notes related to Dodge's family history, Civil War activities, railroad construction, life in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and travels in Europe. 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