Central High School - Wakitan Yearbook (St Joseph, MO)

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Completion in 1984 of the beautiful new Pony Express Bridge represented more than a safer access to our city. It symbolized progress. St. Joseph, a city laid out on rolling hills atong the Missouri River, not only acquired an artistic steel structure to replace the worn-out bridge, but other signs of growth as well. A modern, attrac- tive hotel was built downtown; the Missouri Theater, one of the most elegant buildings preserved from St. Joseph's past, was recently restored to its original beauty. The , vmmwvmwmmvam'ng ,m. memw... - 1.1.. Civic Arena, another addition to our cityts development, not only provid- ed the city with a much needed large facility, but has made St. Joseph inviting to many enter- tainers and sporting events. A new modern theater provided four more movies for citizens to view on the North Belt. Also, in 1983, money for a citytcounty jail complex was approved by voters. Yes, St. Joseph, whose history began on the American frontier in the 1800's, is on the move. ..Wc'W-a m 1. The megaphone: a long time spirit booster. 2. Larry Garcia observes a display recognizing the many Central graduates who returned as teachers. 3. The Sports Show at the Civic Arena attracts many people. 4. Construction ends as the new bridge opens for traffic. 5. The Sheraton Hotel begins to rise. 6. Ted Fisher buys a ticket at the new Plaza 4 Theatres. 1 1Wrmxaxrtzwm : Azrmttwvamst n W$ 1.1mm 1'- ...':; i1: ,1 I . a - mtg, 3'1: r: .1. Wisp! vmw;

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Dne-in-a-Million Increased school spirit became the main objective of many students, coaches, 'and administra- tors in the halls of Central. Junior class vice-president Doug Mead expressed his thoughts toward the rising spirit at Central. School spirit has increased in the three years that I have been at Central, but it does need to increase even more, he claimed. Items students and administrators worked on especially were more teacher- student involvement and bigger crowds at the athletic events. Senate also introduced Warm Fuzzies to strengthen friendship among the students. The new football coach, Harv Welch, as well as some of the administrators, believed that the groups and extracurricular activi- ties should work together toward a goal. Coach Welch stated, ttStu- dents and groups need to commit themselves to the extracurricular activities. The porn pons and cheerleaders have done a tremen- dous job by putting cheers together to support the team. Principal and Director of Athletic Activities, Mr. Jim Wallerstedt, remarked, ttlf students would participate more in extracurricular activities, that would increase school spirit. So with the help of dedicated student leaders, administrators, and coaches spirit continued to dominate the 83-84 school year. Education Celebration! Participating in American Education Week was one of the many highlights throughout the year. Each day of the week was devoted to a certain aspect of Americas education program. The days observed were Flag and Color Day, Retired Teachers Day, Grandparents Day, Student Government Day, and on Friday an assembly was held for the entire student body. The Missouri Wes- tern State College Jazz Band entertained everyone at this assem- bly. Chairpersons who helped organize the entire week were Mrs. Virginia Frazier, Mrs. Katherine Geyer, Mrs. Carol Gilpin, Mrs. Doris Jean Grunwald, Mrs. Pam Hanabury, Mrs. Marilyn McCoun, Mrs. Kathy Northup, and Mr. Bill Tarpley. Some activities included selling apples at lunchtime, demon- strations at East Hills by the Art Department, as well as displays 2 from various groups. pp M a Q beauti repres acces: progre on rol River, steel worn-n growtl tive hr Misso elegar St. J1 restor

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Dne-in-a-Million Invasion of the Cabbage Patch Kids What did everyone get for Christmas? Certainly socks and underwear and perfume and ear- rings and books from grandma. But did anyone get what they really wanted? You know, that cute pudgy, little, snub-nosed thing. No, not a St. Bernard puppy and not a picture of Uncle Leroy. The most wanted Christmas presents were soft and life-like and no two were the same. Everyone wanted to adopt a Cabbage Patch Kid! The craze spread like wildfire. People pushed and shoved one another often causing serious injuries just to obtain these dolls. A pregnant woman was shoved to the ground in a dolI-hungry crowd in Bergen County, N.J.; another woman suffered a broken leg during a Wilkes-Barre, Pa. brawl, and in Florida shoppers knocked down a 75-year-old man who had been waiting his turn for hours. The chubby babies, which retailed for $20 to $30, came with birth certificates, adoption papers, and belly buttons. Coleco, the manufacturers, couldnlt work fast enough to keep up with the great demand. According to Donna Datre, a spokeswoman for the Toy Manufacturers of America, There has never been a product that has caused so much chaos. During have open arms, ready to hug. 2. The new theater provides four more box office hits for St. Joseph movie-goers. 1. Adorable. adoptable Cabbage Patch dolls . the Cabbage Patch panic, Colecols stock jumped 3V2 points. Creator of this madness was Xavier Roberts, an artist and craftsman from Georgia. He and several friends invested $5000 in 1978 to set up their adoption business at Babyland General Hospital in rural Cleveland, Ga. Buyers went wild over the llLittIe People, as they were called. In 1982, Roberts signed a licensing agreement with Coleco expecting to gross at least $50 million of the mass-produced babies through 1983. Although Roberts was rather appalled by the frenzy his offspring created, he wasnlt surprised. In an age of hyperactive toys, he felt there was a need for a doll that couldnlt wet, cry, or roller skate. So if you became a proud parent to one of these adorable children, consider yourself lucky and maybe one day your Cabbage Patch Kid will grow up to be just like you! 1,! Ti were poure these able others Tl was Busini Centre idolize it, Whi a wee What sliding sock'