Central High School - Blackhawk Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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each into the Toy Box D each into most people's toy ■ boxes these days and you ■i aren't very likely to grab just a handful of dust. You are more likely to pull out those old Barbie Dolls. Hot Wheels cars, ancient, ragged, stuffed animals, and Lincoln Logs. But then there are those people who keep their toy boxes cob-web free and updated. Their toy boxes are filled with train sets, trivia games, floppy disks, cameras, and Cabbage Patch Kids ... So what is a toy anyway??? The Webster College Dictionary defines it as: toy (toi) n. any article played with by a child. But only children? Not according to Laura Butler, who said. I think deep down inside all of us. we would love to get together and play Barbies or He-Man!' Kelly Jansen added. I would love to play with my old dolls, but everyone would laugh at me! Besides, it's just not the grown-up thing to do! But what about toys for grown-ups? Is there such a thing? Last night's G. I. Joe episode was so exciting that Steve Jackson decides to recreate the battle between our hero and Commander Cobra. Photo: E. Oberle. fc k When the truth comes out, there's a little kid in all of us.J f What about those computers, cars, and stereos? Can we safely call these toys? Some people think so. Mike McConnell said that his favorite toy is his 72 Volkswagen convertible. I worked very hard for that car! I guard that car like I us- ed to guard my teddy bear! Anyone who touches my car — DIES! Everett Mason s favorite toy is his stereo. I worked all summer to get the money for that stereo! It was the first real investment I had ever made! Some students' fondest memories are of their childhood toys. Traci Gilpatrick remembered. When I was little. I had a Raggedy Ann doll that I played with so much that she got really scummy! My Dad would take her to the dolly hospital.’ (actually buy a new one), and return, saying, she's all better now!' Brian Deevers took a psychological approach by saying. For me, toys were ‘an escape.' I remember when I was mad. I would zoom around like a maniac in my pedal-powered car! Afterwards. I'd feel so much better! Kids, as well as adults, use toys for more than mere playthings or objects of amusement. Toys provide a sense of comfort and according to McCon- nell. keep the mind young and the imagination going. Although toys are largely regarded as kid stuff. when the truth comes out, as Monica Dean puts it. there's a little kid in all of us! Overalls and a red bandanna are all engineer Cliff McFerren lacks as he double checks to see if everything is running smoothly in Trainsville. Photo: C. Peterson. 14D

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“This is becoming a family tradition, thinks Herb Tyler, as he dances with Amy. his second daughter to be crowned Homecoming Queen, in the traditional father-daughter dance. Photo: J. Kipp. Seven courses of transcontinental cuisine, prepared by Mrs. Durr, help create an image of an around the world trip for Terry Swan. Kara Kennedy. Mike Durr, and Rachel Paulos as they enjoy a candlelit dinner before attending the dance Saturday night. Photo: C. Peterson. Saturday Night Fever returns as Brad Kelly. Kim Bird. Jim McCreight. and Kelly Hart dance the night away at the Homecoming Dance. Photo: J. Kipp. Starlight, Starbright — Tracy Russell and Tom Schwerd- tfeger get caught up m the romance of evening as they dance to Truly by Lionel Richie. Photo: J. Kipp. Homecoming

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“ My boat really helps me escape,” claims Tony Maynard, as he checks the rigging before he and Leanne Ash set off for ports unknown. Photo: C. Peterson. Even though Miss Ann West isn’t married, that's no reason for her not to have (Cabbage Patch) Kids! Photo: M. Manuel. Watch out Eddie VanHalen! Mark Manuel has set his sights on becoming rock's newest guitar legend during a daydreaming seesion at Grigg's music store. Photo: C. Peterson. Thirsty from his long trek across the Sahara, Karl Loewenstein grins after conquering his graphics adventure. The Sands of Egypt. Photo: C. Peterson. Toys 15