Harrodsburg High School - Harrodian Yearbook (Harrodsburg, KY)

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Wanting to impress actress Jodie Foster, John W. Hinkley shoots President Ronald Reagan, with Just three months of office, in front of the Washington Hilton on March 30, 1981. Nancy and Ronald Reagan stroll down the hospital corridor after the attempt on his life. Columbia opens a new era in the exploration space; it is the first reusable spacecraft as of November, 1981. strike STRIKE The air traffic controllers launch an illegal strike over issues concerning pay and 'job stress. 9 Opening

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Shootings, Spouses, and Shuttles The year 1981 was eventful, to say the least. It was a year that witnessed a rash of violence around the world—attempts on the lives of the President of the United States and the pope, and the assassination of President Anwar al-Sadat of Egypt . . . strikes in Poland that threatened a confrontation with the Soviet Union, and deaths of IRA hunger strikers in a Northern Ireland prison. On the brighter side, there was the long-awaited return of the U.S. hostages from Iran . . . the magnificent royal wedding of Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer . . . and the thrilling flight of the U.S. space shuttle. Each year is characterized by many different phenomena. The year 1981 certainly had its share. September 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor is appointed the first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice. On July 26, 1981, Prince Charles marries Lady Diana Spencer in St. Paul's Cathedral, London, England. 8 Opening

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All In The Family It didn't take much to make you happy back then. Together you'd dart out the door after the rain and head for the mud puddles. Your life was full of little things. When you grew older and were in high school, the little things still meant a lot. Although, you had out grown childish games, you still enjoyed being together. Remember when Sam broke-up with you? Not even a whole crate of lifesavers could make you smile, but shomehow Louise, your sister, made you laugh. Of course, not everything was sugar and spice. Remember when Angie wore your favorite button down, without permission, and spilled coke on it? You didn't speak to her for a week. Remember when Dad wouldn't allow you to use the car and you planned a date with Jill? Boy, were you disappointed! Even through all the ups and downs, you still remained close. You weren't just family, you were friends, too. Kathi Lawrence, having questions about her Advanced English homework, exclaims to Elaine Lawrence, her mom and substitute teacher, I really don't see how she ex fleets us to do this! Being so close in age, David and Patricia Smith find it easy to talk to each other. It may sound funny, but I enjoy raffping to my sister between classes, states David . During fourth period, Vickie and Leslie Cheatham meet to discuss the days events. 10 Opening