Rampart High School - Rampages Yearbook (Colorado Springs, CO)

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REGULAR STRENGTH L acetaminophen TABLETS p Z' tj ff., ,- 14.5. -- 1 ,,, ,, All Noisemakers Painful remedies People with headaches and other symptoms that were usual- ly cured by aspirin, began choos- ing the pain instead of the pill last October when seven people in Chicago were killed by cya- nide-laced Tylenol. The murders prompted a clearing of all Ty- lenol products from store shelves across the country. Possibly spurred by the drug killings, tampering began ap- pearing in all states in various forms and products. Several eye drops and contact lens cleaners were found to contain hydro- chloric acid. Mouthwash filled with chemicals, razor blades in- serted into hot dogs, and cyanide injections in Anacin III were some of the more widely-publi- cized cases. A nation- wide panic caused the cancellation and restriction of Halloween in 40 stares after pins were found in gum and ap- ples, pills in brownies, and sever- al kinds of contaminated candy were reported. A fear of buying any type of product began sweeping the U.S. The Food and Drug Administra- tion began imposing strict pack- aging laws on all manufacturers. Although the FDA only re- quired one safety measure, the makers of Tylenol set the stan- dard when they began putting three tamper-proof seals on their products, in an effort to regain consumers' confidence. EQ Mini- magfConsu mer contamination Q

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N semakers When Colorado plays, Colorado wins There was no jackpot for the supporters of casino gambling when the Leagalized Gambling Initiative was defeated last November. Under the leadership of Governor Richard Lamm and other members of No Casino Gambling, Inc., Co- loradoans began to feel that the casino gambling would be harmful instead of helpful to the state. The initiative would have helped to raise money for the government improvement fund, which includes such programs as fixing streets and bridges and other general state improvements. But voters seemed to feel that it would do more harm than good. One major argument against the proposal was that it would encourage young people and teen- agers to gamble. Although the gambling bill was defeated this year, proponents seemed to feel that it would be back with better preparation and more support in 1984. Colorado did pass another type of gambling, howev- er. The Colorado State Lottery began on schedule in February. The lottery tickets could be purchased for one dollar at various businesses throughout the state, with the establishments receiving a percentage of the income from tickets they had sold. Over-18 citizens wishing to take a chance could see if they had won instantly by scratching off a silver cover- ing and matching three dollar amounts. Two and five dollar winners could collect prizes immediately, and fifty dollar winners were put into a drawing for the grand prize of a million dollars. When Colorado plays, Colorado wins was the lottery's slogan. Many 310,000 winners found out that the Lottery Commission wasn't just whist- lin' Dixie. T e a chancefMini-mag Sales were even better than expectedg and as a result, another set of tickets was printed allowing two lucky Coloradoans to become millionaires rather than just the original one. But sales right here in El Paso County were lower than officials had hoped, reflecting either a dis- content with the whole system or a conservativeness with money not seen in other parts of the state. At any rate, light gamblers who had normally turned to church bingo were excited by the prospect of scratching to make a dream come true , and all pro- ceeds from the lottery went to government improval.lRl Colorado Lottery

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Noisemakers I'll remember ou in all I sa and do T he year 1982 found Americans bidding farewell to some of their favorites and saying hello to some who were destined to become favorites. Hollywood struggled with its share of fatalities as the reckless and crazy john Belushi, just 33, died alone of an overdose of cocaine and heroine putting an end to the Blues Brothers and Animal House roles he created. Henry Fonda, 77, and Ingrid Bergman, 67, were two other immortals who Hollywood said goodbye to during the year. But Grace Kelly, 52, was one actress who said goodbye to stardom before it said goodbye to her, by becoming the Princess of Monaco. She died in a tragic car accident in September, which shocked the world after her injuries had been described as not serious. While Monaco wrapped itself in sorrowful silence, Buckingham Palace was still rejoicing over the birth of the new, little prince in june. Charles and Diana's storybook romance came to a proper conclusion as Princess Diana gave birth to William in mid-June. A relief from the mourning in Hollywood came when many actresses, including Sissy Spacek,jane Seymour, and Lindsay Wagner took time out from their careers to be- come mothers. Colorado Springs had its own deaths to mourn and births to celebrate. Master Patrol Officer Mark Dabling, 30, was fatally shot by Vernon Wayne Templeman on December 6, after he stopped Templeman for a routine traffic check. Temple- man, who had allegedly robbed a bank in Boulder eight hours earlier, apparently thought he had been caught and fired the fatal shot that ended the life of the fourth police officer killed in 25 years. Officer Dabling's badge number was retired to honor his courage. Athletic events were usually a way to relax and ease the tension after a long week at school, but a Doherty football game became the source of sadness as 17-year-old Scott Reitz died after being tackled from behind. The senior played running back for the Spartans and was tackled in a game against Wasson. After walking off the field unassist- Departures and arrivalsfMini - mag ed, Scott collapsed on the sidelines and was rushed to the hospital, where he died. The ProRodeo Hall of Fame also experienced loss. One of its major tourist attractions, the champion Brahma bull, Os- car, was quietly put to sleep after 15 years as a rodeo veteran. And while it wasn't quite as glamorous as Buckingham Palace, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo was no less proud as Samp- son the Hippo was born on November 16. It was hard for students to understand or even accept death, but being thankful to have been a part of the lives or work of these people made the tragedy a little less, and the new births made hope a little easier. IR Q -, ,, REPRINTED BY PERMISSION of the Colorado Springs Sun, this editorial by Chuck Asay shows how the city felt after the death of Offi- cer Dabling. Hundreds of mourn- ers attended the funeral. AFTER GIVING BIRTH to a son, Princess Diana became even more adored by the British public. The proud father poses with Diana and William outside St. Mary's Hospital in London. X fi..