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

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Campaigning during the 1968 Presidential election takes courage as Alabama ' s Ex-Governor, Mr. George Wallace, stated. Through distribution of political emphasis, individuals gain ideas whether actively or passively involved in the national election, every student gained from contact with conflicting political ideas. The individual questioned major issues, developed his own solutions, and affiliated himself with candidates whose ideas closely matched his views. Participating Trojans supported the candidate of their choice by attending meetings of the Young Republicans Club, the Young Democrats Club, and the American Independent Party. Locally, Youth for Adair aided the congressional representative ' s campaign. Expressing political enthusiasm by distributing campaign literature, voicing and polling opinions, and wearing political ensignias, bigoted students exhibited blustering emotion for the satisfaction of winning or the agony of defeat. Candidate Tim Borne finds campaign help in his brother, junior Tom Borne.

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Posting political signs is pan of Allen Cloverdale ' s, Nancy Hinton ' s, and Kevin Osbun ' s commitment to their chosen party. Political machine voting, in the strict sense of the word, demands of senior Mary Lou lupin complete concentration.

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Trojans employed as salesmen, mechanics, teachers through city As the last 3:20 bell rang in June, students encountered the timeless problem of what to do in their spare time. Summer jobs filled the void, permitting them to enjoy the company of others while fulfilling basic needs and wants. Often summer employment was extended to become a part-time job during the school year. Week-ends and evenings were spent working in a variety of ways, from carrying out groceries to goldfish-sitting. Girls served as cashiers and waitresses, while boys profited as clerks and amateur mechanics. Besides supplementing income, employment developed a sense of responsibility. Students gained a basic knowledge of finance through practical experience. They earned respect from members of the community by proving their ability to compete in the working world. Attempting to sell a customer the latest in fashion is senior Mike Walley. Teaching the deaf children presented a great challenge to junior Loraine Barl er Occupying one day a week of her time, she gained much experience.