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

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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

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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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Sadie Hawkins GAA Breaks Tradition; End of Hawkins Royalty The Girls Athletic Association sponsored the annual Sad;e Hawkins dance, held on April 19, 1969. This dance provides all high school girls with their one opportunity to turnabout and a lc the boy of their choice. Tradition was broken when the GAA decided to no longer have a Hawkins king and queen. They retained the custom of Marryin' Sam and the wed- ding ceremony and rings. Appearing at intermis- sion, Marryin' Sam united the happy couples. The old elementary gym was decorated with straw and tissue paper. Completing the decor was the original costumes of those attending. Music was provided by the Blue Chip, who swung out in song for the enjoyment of all present. Those who took advantage of the situation will have many fond memories of the night, proving that turn- about is fair play. Right: John Ediger demonstrates to Annie Foqarty the art of tieing a tie. Below: Many Hawkins hillbillies sat around the bleachers, discussing the costumes.