Elmhurst High School - Anlibrum Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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and extracurricular activities in the new atmosphere Enjoying the conveniences of the new cafeteria, students gather with their friends at noon to eat their lunch and to discuss the latest news.

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Trojan school day revolves around classes, friends. At last! sighed Elmhurst students when the time came to break the routine of serious study and enjoy a few moments of fun and excitement. Each afternoon for four long weeks strains of On the Street Where You Live rang out from the stage as amateur actors and actresses rehearsed for the fall production of My Fair Lady. Friday pep sessions led by the spirited cheerleaders gave the student body a chance to unite and boost their team to victory saying, Trojans, we ' re backing you! There is no simpler form of leisure than con- versation, and though it is supposedly a gift given to females, the masculine population of Elmhurst seemed to be quite en- dowed with it. Every weekend, dates, basketball and football games, record hops, and parties provided recreation and re- laxation for the teens who had studied and worked so hard throughout the week. Whatever the activity, the mood of the leisure time of most Trojans was one of happiness and con- tentment. Rehearsing diligently, Trojan actors and actresses practice for the opening night of My Fair Lady . Learning the skills of conversational French enables students to broaden their knowledge of foreign countries. Talking is a favorite pastime of all teens and Elmhurst pupils show that they are no exception.

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Inexpensive and fun-filled pastimes provide Trojans Still sensing the excitement or disappointment of the night ' s game, Trojan teens meet at Dale ' s for a coke. After school hours Elmhurst teens enjoyed various activities. Some had part-time jobs; some Trojans tried to keep chores .such as washing cars, shoveHng snow, raking leaves, or other household tasks to a minimum (ask any father or mother) ! The rest of the time was packed full of fun. It was popular for ,girls to have their own cycles and go tooting around town. The boys spent hours at the pool tables. Some boys professed to be excellent pool players, while others excelled at billiards, and still others just played for fun. Girls found the usual en- joyment in shopping. Plenty of school spirit was evident in the attendance at the football and basketball games, the meeting place for socializ- ing with friends and watching the team in action. Athletic events never ended the evening — there was always a get to- gether, dance, party, or a gang of kids at Dale ' s. Talented Trojans spent their spare time practicing musical instruments with a combo or a band, earning extra money by playing at dances. Other Elmhurst students just loafed or spent hours on the phone talking to that special someone. Wherever a group gathered, noise filled the air, merriment kept the joint jumpin ' . Whether work or play, these moments pro- vided Trojans with plenty of fun and laughter. Moments became memories — memories became happiness. Riding on his cycle, Will McMahan takes a last spin through a near- by addition before cold weather sets in. Like all other teenagers, Elmhurst teens enjoys gathering with their friends on a weekend night for a party.