Douglas Southall Freeman High School - Historian Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Live From Washinaton, D.C. The timing couldn’t have been more perfect. The inauguration, a school holiday, and the long-awaited freedom of the American hostages in Iran all fell on the same day. Many businesses set up televisions so that the employees and customers could view the ceremony and goings- -on in Washington. One ambitious group of students, the History Club, decided to see the Inauguration in person. Senior Jean Kelly had writ- ten a letter to Senator John Warner to ask for any assistance he might be able to give the club in seeing the ceremony. The club received a Commemorative Invitation and two tickets inside the gates of the Capitol, where the event took place. These tickets were given to Philip Urofsky, president, and to Jean, who had shown the original interest. They were able to view the swearing- in and the inaugural speech of Pres- ident Reagan. The rest of the club was able to stand along the parade route and see the President and others go by. Many organizations were repre- sented at the Inaugural event. The moral majority as well as a number of Hare Krishnas were there, plus supporters of the ERA and pro-life groups, each trying to sell his idea to any and everyone who walked by. “I noticed one Hare Krishna who wore duck shoes which I thought was pretty funny,” commented Jean. As with any large event, the inauguration had its share of strange and or patriotic demonstra- tions. One group was rallying for the “USA, Inc.,” which was “making the world safe for profits.” After the festivities were over, some of the club members attended an open house at the Russell Senate Office building next to the Capitol. There they had the opportunity of meeting such people as Governor Dalton, Marshall Coleman, as well as John Warner and Elizabeth Taylor. All in all, the inauguration of 1981 was a memorable occasion, especially for those who attended it. The natives are restless. An enthusiastic group of demonstrators, for no apparent cause, parade their signs. In the flesh. The event wouldn’t have been the same without Uncle Sam, as one thought who had donned the costume. Inauguration 21

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True Patriots. A pro-USA group proudly displays its banner. Say Cheese. President and Mrs. Reagan wave at the crowds and smile for the camera while riding by in the parade.

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Sugar ‘n’ Spice. Juniors Margaret Boice and Cynthia Bishop cut pastries at their job at Tiffany’s bakery. The key to success. Senior Wayne Boley Mie a key with careful precision one day at Things Remembered. All work and no play. Senior Carey Mallory straightens shelves while working at K K toys. 22 Jobs