Mishawaka High School - Miskodeed Yearbook (Mishawaka, IN)

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JUNIOR JANET JOHNSON sells popcorn at the Town and Country Theatre. Jan’s high spirits were an added attraction. | DAN RICE SETS UP a Christmas display at Robertson’s with “Sparky the Clown.” Dan used his talent on displays through- out the store, and gained experience toward his art career. Student Life—19

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18-—Student Life Employees find after-school jobs ask extra effort As the unemployment rate in the U.S. rose, MHS students found that acquiring jobs and keeping them was a difficult task. The students searched for jobs in their individual field of interest and if no job was found, they began taking any jobs available. Such jobs as pumping gas, selling shoes, and waiting on tables occupied the time of many MHS’ers. Others found jobs selling merchandise, putting away stock, or working at a cash register. Hopeful photographers worked after school in various studios, trying to learn new techniques in taking pictures. Future homemakers practiced their skills while taking care of small children. Young secretaries worked in offices in their spare time. Movie enthusiasts worked in their spare time in the community’s theaters. The money earned was spent on various activities such as dates, clothes, re- cords, and supplies for school. Many began saving for their college education or started payments on a new car, stereo system, or apartment. SENIOR ANN BERGIN assists a customer at her job at Tribe-O-Rea Drugs. Ann earned enough to pay her way to Europe for a year’s study. VINCE FLORIDIA SHOWS a customer the latest in loafer styles at Thom McAn’s. Vince has worked since his freshman year at the shopping center

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SENIOR TOM BENFORD plunges after a Riley Wildcat as senior, Don Shock, rushes in to assist. THE SENIOR FLOAT leads the annual Homecoming pa- rade during the afternoon pep session. 20-—Student Life