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

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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.

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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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Sweetheart Dance Looking on in awe and amazement, Jim Stradcutter leans on Contemplating and comparing, he eagerly listens, the stage front, pondering the background of this band. Recently crowned, the new chapter sweetheart, Joyce Otto, dances to the music. Joyce Otto Selected FFA Chapter Sweetheart The annual Sweetheart dance, sponsored by the Future Farmers of America, was held on January 17, 1969. The highlight of the dance was the crowning of the new FFA Chapter Sweetheart. Selection of the girls for candidacy was done be- forehand, judgement coming from a statement that they submitted describing their desire to the throne. The FFA boys then secretly balloted. The results were revealed at intermission when retiring queen, Eileen Hanlon placed the jeweled crown on Joyce Otto. She also received a bouquet of red roses. Judy Morrison and Ruth Schommer completed the reigning court. Providing the music for the soc hop were popular recording stars. Assuming her duties and responsibilities, the new sweetheart will represent the Belle Plaine FFA Chapter of all FFA-sponsored events, social func- tions, and conventions. 17