Belle Plaine High School - Tigerian Yearbook (Belle Plaine, MN)

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Christmas Ball Christmas Tree Reigns Over Activity at Ball The annual Christmas Ball, second only to the Prom in social significance, was held on December 14, 1968. This dance was sponsored by the A team cheerleading squad. The profits from th's event are used to purchase new outfits and pom poms for the cheerleaders. The girls worked hard and long, transforming the old elementary gym into a decorated wonderland of fantasy. Outstanding was the real Christmas tree, placed in the center for all to enjoy. Many couples danced to the sound of the Clockwork Orange, who supplied the entertainment for the evening. Some chose to sit around the bleachers and visit. The busy chatter combined with the shuffling of dancing feet to provide a background that lulled the spectators. Dancers were donned in splendor and glamour for this elegant occasion. After the monotony of school work, this gala affair provided something to look forward to in the bleak winter months. Above: Forming two lines the couples swung out to the rock rhythm of the music Left: Pieced in the center, the Christmas tree drew the attention of the dancers, as they danced around it. 14

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Debbie Mil! stamps an underclassman for admission as Linda Zellmer looks on. Annual Dance Yearbook Dance Raises Spirits of Drooping Fans The night of October 25, 1968 brought not only the heartbreaking loss of the final game of the season between our Tigers and the LeSueur Giants but also the Annual Dance, sponsored by this year's TIGERIAN staff. They drooping spirits of the Tiger fans rose as they happily reminisced past events of the year gone-by, paging slowly through their new, memory filled annuals. Many experienced unexpected sur- prise as they saw for the first time candid pictures of unknowing subjects. The music from records supplied by the students themselves, lent itself to dancing. Added to the busy chatter of students, alumni, and teachers pres- ent, they passed their memory books to one another for notes and autographs. Many students will agree that without an annual, numerous high school memories would be lost. Newly acquired annuals have students end the returning occupied for the night during the signing period, alumni exchanging notes and autographs. Everyone is kept 13

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Slave Day FHA Sponsors Activities Dance, Slave Day Succeed The Future Homemakers of America is an active group. On their agenda of activities is the annual FHA Hat dance. They sponsored this event, held in the old elementary gym. The Clockwork Orange provided the music that many danced to, while others just chose to sit and listen. Also on the list of activities is the yearly held Slave Day. Slaves were auctioned off by Jon Ediger and Denny Fogarty on March 14 and 15. The high school boys showed real competition during the bidding period. St. Patrick's Day was chosen as the day the girls had to serve their masters. At 4 p.m., the girls could reclaim their freedom. Many will agree that this event provided wholesome fun and was a worthwhile experience for all participat- ing. During the Slave Day proceedings. Master Roger Bromaghim gives his orders to his slaves. Linda Knoben and Kathy O'Brien dance to the swinging beat Many enjoyed the event, of the Clockwork Orange at the annual FHA Hat Dance. 15