Althoff Catholic High School - Crusader Yearbook (Belleville, IL)

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Liberty Gets Facelift For Birthday France gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States in 1884 as a gift of friend¬ ship which symbolized freedom. Fre¬ deric Auguste Bartholdi designed the statue and chose its site as Liberty Island in New York Harbor. He also spent a great deal of time and energy raising funds in France and in the United States to bring the plan to completion. Richard M. Hunt, an American architect, de¬ signed the pedestal for the monument ' s site. The United States completed the pedestal in 1885 at the cost of about $300,000. After the completion of the pedestal, France began to ship the statue to the United States in 214 cases aboard the French ship ISERE in May, 1885. Presi¬ dent Grover Cleveland dedicated the monument on October 28, 1886. It be¬ came a national monument in 1924. As Liberty ' s 100th birthday approached, people noticed the damage that had been done to the statue over the years. This discovery motivated the people to doing something about it. So, the peo¬ ple formed a formal organization to study the damage done to the statue and to present proposals for the resto¬ ration. Following the formation of this organization, it began to raise money and put the restoration process into ef¬ fect. After a numerous amount of work, energy, and time had been put into it by many Americans, the plan to restore the statue was completed. Definitely, the restoration of the Statue of Liberty, a long process, involved the help of many Americans. In order for the restoration to begin, $230 million had to be raised. There¬ fore, President Reagan announced the formation of the Statue of Liberty Cen¬ tennial Commission to raise the money needed. However, the United States government did not want to have any financial responsibility for the fund-rais¬ ing and early repairs. President Ronald Reagan pointed out that the original funds to build the statue had come from the people. So, the people should help the statue in her time of need. The Commission consisted of private citi¬ zens and was headed by Lee lacocca, the chairman of the Chrysler Corpora¬ tion. Lee lacocca invited twenty influen¬ tial Americans to join him on the fund¬ raising campaign commission. Bob Hope and a former president of the United Auto Workers Union, Douglas Fraser, were chosen to help in the cam¬ paign. The campaign began on July 4, 1984, the official opening date, and came to a close on October 28, 1986, Liberty ' s birthday. Giant corporations such as Chrysler, U.S. Tobacco, Coca-Cola, Eastman Ko¬ dak, American Airlines, and U.S.A. TO¬ DAY signed multimillion dollar pledges to become corporate sponsors. Within a year, over $50,000,000 had already been donated by large corporations. Many of these corporations contribut¬ ed more than money, however. Materi¬ als for the restoration as well as services were donated. Allied Van Lines pro¬ vided moving vans to take people around to shopping centers all over the country to see exhibits about the stat¬ ue. Kodak made a fascinating offer to the public. For ten dollars a contributor could send in his or her name and a fam¬ ily picture that Kodak promised to in¬ clude in a computer program at Liberty to be called the Kodak Family Album. The Statue of Liberty Centennial Com¬ mission felt its corporation donation push had so far been enormously suc¬ cessful. Twelve giant corporations had given at least $5 million apiece contrib¬ uting $71 million toward the $230 million goal. After the great response from the cor¬ porations, the members of the Statue of Liberty Centennial Commission decided to begin making plans for an official ap¬ peal to individuals. Liberty had always belonged to the people, and they want¬ ed to make sure everybody would be given the opportunity to assist in her res¬ toration. To help them get in touch with people all over the country, the commis¬ sion hired the services of a direct-mail specialist. In September, 1983, they pre¬ pared a letter and mailed it to almost half a million people. The letter received an overwhelming response. The com¬ mission heard from far more people than anticipated. People donated an average of thirty dollars. Another committee, the Student Cam¬ paign Committee, did more than just en¬ courage students to contribute money; it prepared a student campaign manual containing information, suggested les¬ son plans, and ideas for fund-raising and mailed copies to schools from coast to coast. The committee also encouraged major newspapers to print and pass out information and study guides for school use. One newspaper, the NEW YORK DAILY NEWS, announced it would make an all-out effort to raise funds. The DAILY NEWS appealed to the American people by carrying on wide¬ spread educational program in schools and creating interest by holding such things as photography and writing con¬ tests. Finally, the Student Campaign Committee properly thanked all school groups for their fund-raising efforts. In the end, the school children had given $2 million. Overall, the restoration of the Statue of Liberty was a great success. It involved the help of many American at all ages. Some people donated money or work materials, raised money for the restora¬ tion, or actually did the manual work on the statue. The United States should be proud of how the American people helped Liberty in her time of need. They kept the whole idea of the Statue of Liberty alive by becoming involved with the restoration. Throughout the world today, the Statue of Liberty still remains a symbol of freedom and friendship. — Christina Ysursa

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Always in grand style, America celebrates We the People — 200 1 In September, 1986, we celebrated the bicentennial of America ' s Constitution. Through all the festivities of We the People-200 , such as the recreation of the Grand Federal Procession in Phila¬ delphia, and various other celebrations held across the country, we became aware of how effective and important our Constitution has become. This 200- year old document, which has lasted longer than any other written constitu¬ tion, represents not only the basis for our freedom and justice in this democra¬ cy, but also it symbolizes our patriotism and strong belief in this great country of ours. It is with this strength that we re¬ main steadfast in our convictions when¬ ever our country ' s ideals are chal¬ lenged. Like the Statue of Liberty, this bicentennial celebration both reminded and taught us how fortunate we are to live and prosper in a land where individ¬ uality, civil rights, and justice reign su¬ preme. Originating from the convention at Philadelphia ' s Independence Hall, the Constitution became the solution to the problems facing America after its inde¬ pendence from Great Britain, and still remains as such today. Because of the failure of the Articles of Confederation, the country ' s first form of government, prominent leaders, such as Benjamin 1. Bill of Rights engraved on monument in Valley Forge, PA 2 Room where Constitution was signed. Franklin, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton, ral¬ lied forth to solve the nation ' s difficul¬ ties under a ratified set of laws. After the delegates resolved their differences through compromise, and a majority of the states approved of the document, the Constitution became a basis for our democratic system, which includes the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. It also distrib¬ uted the power between the federal government and the state legislatures to insure political harmony, so that we the people could retain our full rights and privileges as American citizens. As when it brought us out of political and social chaos following our indepen¬ dence after the Revolutionary War, the Constitution remains as a source of or¬ der and justice through the ideal beliefs it stands for. All throughout history, the Constitution has saved the nation from various forms of injustice. When created, the Consti¬ tution first insured the personal free¬ doms and rights of the citizens it was formulated to protect and aid. This in itself signifies that this government was made for the people, and by the people as we see fit. Through time, the Consti¬ tution helped extinguish the fires of rac¬ ism and sexism through the abolition of slavery and through the suffrage of blacks and women. Though not infalli¬ ble, the Constitution has withstood the passage of time through its revision of laws found in the amendments. This ex¬ plains why this politically sacred docu¬ ment remains alive and ever-changing as the people it affects, making it savior in those times of privation. As a citizen of the United States, I can¬ not help but feel great pride and awe at the tremendous effectiveness the Con¬ stitution has shown through its 200 year history. By becoming more aware of this potent document, I come to understand why the U.S. is held as such a haven of ideal freedom in the justice it thrives upon. As a student, the Constitution creates an atmosphere of duty I feel I should repay to the country through the system which educates me scholastical¬ ly. By absorbing as much information as I can, I prepare myself as a future mem¬ ber of the society based on the guide¬ lines of the Constitution. I realize that not many people, especially when in high school, consider the Constitution and the effects it brings into our every¬ day lives, but as we grow older and enter into the business or political world, we come to appreciate the important and imperative role it does play. In a period where communism has shown its own incapabilities to govern its people, such as in the Philippines and in the reforming government of Russia, the Constitution stands out as a symbol or promise and hope for the future of not only America, but also the world. As we reflect upon all the events which filled our lives this past year, let us not forget what made our country into the living, ever-changing land filled with the innovation, care, hope, and freedom based on the system found in the Con¬ stitution. As we continue to grow and prosper into the futures we have started for ourselves, likewise, the Constitution will continue to develop so as to protect us in whatever profession we choose. When we establish ourselves in society, shaping and perfecting the world around us, we also will revise and en¬ force the Constitution for all the future generations to come, so that they too can keep America a leader among na¬ tions. I hope we never lose that liberty. Even though the celebration has ended, let us always remember the Bicentennial of the Constitution, for it will always re¬ main as a sign of our government which thrives upon the justice made for us — we the people . — Peter Holtgrave 20

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1987 — Althoff makes its fashion statement with Casual Style and Individualism Dee Anne Stenger wears the very fashionable long sweater that hit its peak in the winter of 1987, by Croquet Club, $32, and white stirrup pants by Currents, $12, and her high top Reebok tennis shoes, $42. Ted looks great in his two- tone, blue and white sweater by Ocean Pacific, $32, that makes a great contrast next to his while denim leans by Levi Strauss, $34, and white high top tennis shoes by Chuck Taylor, $20. Just like the hit song by David Bowie, Day In, Day Out, that ' s how many would describe fashion. Fashion is a state of mind to most people, parents in particular. They can ' t believe how their teenage sons and daughters could possibly spend so much time at the mall shopping for clothes that come in as quickly as they go out. But wait - fashion really is a statement. It says how you present yourself to others, what your particular tastes are, and most of all, what type of image you want project. Fashion is an outlet to most teens. A big part of high school is the social events, and provided that you are dressed properly, and according to your own tastes, it will be something you will always remember. Everyone likes to remember past events and to laugh at the clothes from years past. To them fashion was a way to make a statement by utilizing the in styles of the day. Even in 1987 we have done the same thing, used the in styles and still express ourselves in our own individualistic ways. That ' s what fashion is - be stylish, be creative, be individualistic, be yourself but make fashion your own. To recap the fashion season of 1987: It began in the summer of 1986 with the debut of the jams, or a wildly printed loud short. This style was the rage. Most designers began by mixing geometric shapes with unusual colors such as lime green and fire red and adding a touch of FHawaiian print. The summer fashion shoppers screamed for more styles and louder prints. Teenage girls as well as boys loved this new style and wore them through¬ out the summer. Jams and their partners, tank tops, which could be seen in a multitude of colors, erupted all over, especially at the beaches, at the pools, and you could even glimpse them on skateboarders, as these fast¬ flying mini-vehicles invaded our town. Teens loved the high paced look of jams, and eagerly awaited the return of them the summer of 1987. Tony Bankston (left), Ted Bugger (center), and Tony Roth (right) all look fantastic in their stripe shirts by Brad Richards, $18, layered with polo shirts by Ralph Lauren, $32, and mixed with the popular suspender pants by Bugle Boy, $28. (Above) Kim Grandcolas is ready to be the hit of the big dance in her sliver metallic tea length dress by Gunne Sax, $150, and silver Esprit sling-back shoes, $34. Tony Bankston looks very handsome as Kim ' s date in his black suit jacket by Brad Richards, $42, white oxford by Ralph Lauren, $32, paisley tie by Calvin Klein, $26, grey strip flannel pants, $62, by Perry Ellis, and black leather Italian shoes by Picci, $48 (Right) Everyone looks great in denim as Tony and Ma¬ ria wear two different styles of the popular denim look. Tony Roth is all smiles in the fashionable white-washed denim leans and iean jacket by Levi, jeans, $34, jacket, $52. Maria looks just as great as Tony in a lacy blouse doubled with a floral print skirt worn with a petticoat underneath Skirt, $32, blouse, $22, and petticoat, $18, all by Eber. She finished off by adding a snazzy pair of cowboy boots, Bandolino, $62. 22