Alta High School - Accipitor Yearbook (Sandy, UT)

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1983 SKATE CHAMPS plastic . Navy Lt. Commander Schau- felberger is murdered in El Salvador ... $200.00 worth of fireworks helped to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Brooklyn Bridge .. . Summer Prince Charles and Princess Di tour Can- ada ... The Pope makes a pilgrimage to Poland ... Carl Lewis of the United States wins golds in Helsinki .. Mena- chem Begin says he will resign 250.000 commemerate 1963 march on Washington A bullet meant for Ferdi- nand Marcos assassinated Benignos Aquino of the Phillipines ... Fall Lech Walesa is named Nobel Peace Prize winner ... feminist Ginny Foat is aquitted of murder . . Reagan pays a visit to Ja- pan and Korea . . movie, Terms of En- dearment opens to raves .. . nukes wi- peout the town of lawrence. Kansas in the controversial television premier. The Day After . . Challenger Cup is lost by Amer- ica to Austrailia after a 132 year reign . . 200.000 Germans join hands in protest to hold back the nukes ... U.S. invasion of Grenada 19 killed. 144 wounded ... A Remnants of the 359 objecta from the Korean Airliner tragedy reminded Americans of the So- viet's horrifying capabilities. earthquake killed 1,336 as they slept in a Turkish villiage ... troops in Beruit bombed by a terrorist ... 269 died when a Soviet fighter shot down a Ko- rean airliner .. Winter Margaret Thatcher visits the Falklands Prize racehorse Shegar is kid- napped in Ireland ... Queen Elizabeth tours U.S. west coast ... ten hour mini-series. Thornbirds airs .. 125 million viewers watch the final episode of eleven year series. M’A S H we witness the disappearence of Rus- sian leader, Yuri Andropov . . Banners across several downtown main streets proclaiming the Nation- al Ice Skating Figure Championship competition welcomed thousands of visitors to Salt Lake City during the winter of 1984. Despite sub-zero January tem- peratures, thousands of residents and non-residents alike flocked to the Salt Palace to witness skating elegance at Its best. Figure-eights, Jumps, spins, and turns performed by 188 of the best American figure skat- ers dazzled the spectators In the crowded stands. The Intense con- centration could be felt throughout the competition, for only 18 skaters had the opportunity to receive na- tional awards and tickets to Yugosla- via, where they competed In the 1984 Winter Olympics. With Olympic gold In sight, such skaters as Scott Hamilton, three time men’s world champion, and Rosa- lynn Sumners, two time defending U.S. Figure Skating champion, prac- ticed and performed In their respec- tive divisions. Confidence, concen- tration and control placed these skaters on top. Their abilities to per- form under pressure was vital to their success. Hamilton, a 5- foot-3, 110 pound dy- namo said he skated as strong has he ever had. 1 ’Everything went well tor me, he said. My camel spin was even good. Like Hamilton, a bit of good luck also tell Miss Sumner’s way. She placed first In her division. I did ev- erything I could to win,” she said. Nothing was going to stop me. Aside from Hamilton and Sumners, numerous others qualified for a spot to represent the Unified States In Yu- goslavia. Extra Impression ■ 43

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Peacekeeping Battles Unsurpassed in events, 1983 proved to be a year, that will never be forgotten, the economy improved, nuclear protests increased and Lebanon became an even bloodier puzzle. Extreme fear, for the first time, developed as the world witnessed terrorist bombings, war. improved economy, technological break throughs and numerous fads that literally adopted America. Of course, statistics told the nation of her drastic education problem, “The Nation at Risk,” released by the National Board of Education, depicted the enormous problem. For the first time many people noticed the problem and were willing to do something to alleviate some of the educational problems. Cabbage Patch Dolls, alongside foolish remarks, enticed the public as they enjoyed a few benefits from the economical recovery, Scathing attacks on U.S. Embassies and troops only depicted the world trauma and distortion that plagued many countries. Utah, too faced a year of probing experiences. The weather caused disasterous floods as they eroded state street and closed down businesses. Tremors spurned thoughts of a long expected earthquake. We also faced educational problems. Utah ranked dead last when considering the teacher to student ratio. The year of a music revolution accompanied by immense national pain and recovery affected the world in many strategic ways. Americans wondering about their rivals leader. Yuri Andropov, was he dead, sick or playing games with the other superpowers? Confusion alongside emotion and awe structured not just an other year of the 20th century, 1983 was a year of relatively strange yet prosperous beginnings. OBITUARIES Those that influence the shape of time and whose achievements made life easier are never really appreciated until they be- come legends. Among those whom we said goodbye: Karen Carpenter — singer; David Niven — actor; Gloria Swanson — silent screen actress; Rebeca West — journalist; George Cukor — movie direc- tor; Tennesee Williams — great playright; Meyer Lansky — financial genuis of orga- nized crime; Jack Dempsey — heavy weight boxing champion; Herman Kahn — nuclear warfare author; Lillian Carter — Jimmy’s mummy; Eubie Blake — composed Shuffle Along, broadways first big musical hit; Ira Gershwin — great lyric writer; Bear Bryant — the most victorius football coach ever; Jessica Savitch — Emmy winning news anchor; Barney Clark — perhaps the most influential medical tool of the 80’s. Spring French protest government policies .. . U.S. Embassy in Beruit is bombed, and devastatingly kills 63 . Chicago elects first black mayor. Harold Washington . .. Artist Christo wrapped eleven Florida is- lands in six million square feet of pink 42 ■ Extra Impression

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STICK IT! tVs about time skiers here learned how to suri I — bumper- sticker. Smooth movement, freestyle techniques and that wonderful Utah powder — such delectable elements have attracted a grow- ing number to the relatively new sport — Snowboarding. Tired of liftlines, crowded slopes and ski- ing expenses, snowboarders have switched to the ultimate winter al- ternative. Basically, snowboard- ing Is the technique of surfing on snow. Brave new thrlllseekers clamor to the mountains seeking virgin powder. Usually done In the backwoods, boarders hike to their own choice spots. To begin, the boarder faces the hill In a side stance position. Gliding downhill, a shift In weight maneuvers the board. The board shape Is similar to a surfboard but feet are held fast by a binding system also de- signed for Jumplna moguls and cornices. That thrilling, unique sen- sation Is worth experiencing. So, one motto proclaims: “Get oft the slopes and get on a Stickl” 44 ■ Extra Impressions LISTEN UP A rebounding record Industry awak- ened by the advent of video, a mini British Invasion, and Michael Jackson brought the Industry out of the depths of It's slump and on to recovery. Music styles were diverse and the renewed popularity of the hit single made It possible to hear a variety of songs on the same station. The new radio for- mat called, contemporary hit radio, played only top 40 material and popu- larized new groups that rock stations refused to play. Pop music was more diverse and appealing than In pre- vious years, consisting of a blend of reggae, soul, Jazz, rockabilly, and modern synthesizer sounds. Because the majority of students were divided on music style, personal preference decided the type of music desired by any one Individual. One could choose from many different styles, New Wave, hard rock, punk, Country, soul, easy listening, or a little of everything. The years major winners were The Police, Culture Club, Michael Jackson, Lionel Ritchie, Def Lepard, Alabama, and Duran Duran. Some of the best new groups were Eurythmics, Naked Eyes, U-2, Big Country, and Men With- out Hats. Comebacks by David Bowie, Yes, Donna Summer, and Bonnie Tyler proved older stars could keep pace with new sounds. PICTURE THIS Following a banner year for movies In 1982, 1983 didn't quite live up to the pre- vious year's excitement, but a few films stood out. The Big ChiH. and Terms of En- dearment presented stimulating plots with comic relief. Dustin Hoffman put on heels and Barbara Streisand lowered her voice to become a man In Yentl, while James Bond made a big comeback with Sean Connery resuming his old role as 007. Flashdance, a musical extrava- gance, was the surprise hit of the year and Tom Cruise soared to fame with the help of Risky Business, another teenage sexual discovery film with a new twist. Most of the top films were either adven- ture and or fantasy oriented, aimed at young audiences who went to the movies to see the end of the Star Wars saga and the other mindless films In the top ten. 1. Return of the Jed! 2. Tootsie 3. Flashdance 4. Trading Places 5. War Games 6. Superman III 7. Mr. Mom B. Octopussy 9. Vacation 10. Risky Business