Columbus High School - Discoverer Yearbook (Columbus, NE)

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Columbus Celebrates Birthday To many people Columbus is just another town in the state of Nebraska. But to the community of Columbus the city holds many fond memories of the 1981-82 year. Columbus, a community of just over 17,000 experienced its 125th Birthday in a celebration that was held in early October. The celebration started out with a large birthday cake that was made and distributed by several people of the community. The celebration was continued through the weekend of October 3. A carnival, marching band competition, karate exhibition and a large parade on the following Saturday were just a few activities that were held during the celebration. Columbus Days ended Sunday with a Rosary March that was held by the local churches. The community experienced an unemployment rate of 5.1%. Despite the unemployment rate, Columbus experienced the opening of several new businesses. Pamida, Rice Automotive, and the expansion of one of Columbus' larger manufacturing firms (Becton-Dickinson) were the major openings. Several businesses in Columbus were not as lucky, experiencing layoffs throughout the year. The economic crunch took effect on several different businesses, realties, and constructions. In early fall of '81 Columbus experienced flooding from the rain they had received during a several day period. Flooded basements and streets could be seen around the community. Winter came and so did the snow; the city was hit by sub-zero temperatures. In the spring of '82 the city again experienced flooding. In the month of May, Columbus received close to ten inches of rain. The rain had many ill effects on the farmers who had to hold off planting their crops. Jackson-Fine Linen experienced a fire in their building during the fall of '81. One of Columbus' famous historical marks was closed. Saint Mary’s Hospital came tumbling down after existing since before the turn of the century. The memories of Saint Mary's Hospital will remain for many years to come. In the spring of '82 Columbus had a dispute between Columbus Cable T.V. and Cable Vision. The dispute started after the cable stations renewal period came up. The city council was trying to decide if they should give the renewal to Columbus Cable or a new firm which had sent in a bid for the cable franchise. Mayor George Johansen's veto was overridden to keep Columbus Cable in town. In March of '82 Columbus learned that SAFEWAY Grocery was to be closed after serving Columbus many years. In July Food-4-Less will open. Food-4- Less bought the building after they found out that SAFEWAY would be closing. The 1981-82 year had many fulfilling and disappointing memories that will remain for years to come in the minds of the people of Columbus. 18 Student Life

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Students Enjoy Variety of Hobbies Students at CHS enjoy a wide variety of hobbies and leisure time activities. These range from playing video games to babysitting tarantulas. Favorite hobbies include a variety of outdoor and water sports, collecting stamps and coins, photography and drawing. One senior says he enjoys fixing up his 73 Nova, while another senior says she likes any kind of water sports, such as skiing, sailing, swimming, and of course, boy watching. Sophomores and junior also enjoy these things, but they are involved in other hobbies, too. Some favorites listed were hunting, trapping, riverrafting, mountain-climbing, cooking, crafts, and collecting things. Standing by his jeep is Clint Scheffler. Looking over her seashell collection is Michelle Zoucha. Riding a wheelie on his ten-speed is Myron Krebsbach. Cycling on a warm day is a popular way to while away a few hours. Here Cheryl Favors prepares for a ride. Summer, Hobbies 17

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City employees ready a birthday cake for Columbus’ 125th birthday. Two youngsters look for their name on the birthday card that was given to the city of Columbus. Trotting down main street on a horse is Mayor George Johansen. Columbus Events 19