Crowley High School - Talon Yearbook (Crowley, TX)

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Extremes in the spectrum A sigh of relief led to a gasp of horror I t was a year when emotions ran high and low. There was no middle ground for the nation’s feelings as each day’s headlines carried a story that could either bring a tear of joy to the eye ora feeling of intense anger to the heart. Consequently, Crowley High School’s students were not left un- touched by the year’s events. When time came for the Presiden- tial elections, students spoke out for their candidates during a poll- ing election held by the govern- ment classes. As fifty-two Americans were finally released from Iran, patriotic pride ran high as students displayed yellow rib- bons showing their happiness at the hostages’ safe return. Also, everyone was shocked and angered as would-be assassins’ bullets were fired upon Pope John Paul II and newly-elected Presi- — dent Ronald Reagan. Intense national pride intermix- ed with feelings of ‘““What is this world coming to?” made this year of extremes one of the most memorable ones yet. Vote, vote, vote! During an election held by government classes, senior Tina Hall and freshman Shawna Ellsworth campaign for President Jimmy Carter. And, if elected ... Ronald Reagan gives a speech on the campaign trail that ultimately led to the Presidency. photo by Ft. Worth Star-Telegram 26 trends

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| | ] | | eae ee Ae 3 | Don’t you just love my Calvins? Designer jeans and the button up style shirt is the look of the ’80’s as shown by sophomore Kristi Story. University drab. Freshman Pam Thomsen displays the simple preppy look that became so popular this year. String her up! Senior Beth Trenner models her version of the preppy look with a string tie. trends 25

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When Johnny comes marching home again ... Crowley band and cheerleaders carry. their own message of goodwill to the American hostages in a parade in Fort Worth. Tie a yellow ribbon. Senior Valerie Whitley shows her devotion to the hostages by wearing a yellow ribbon. Sign of the times? Fort Worth Star- Telegram runs headlines that depicted an event that shocked the nation. trends 27