Madison Heights High School - Treasure Chest Yearbook (Anderson, IN)

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YOUNG REPUBLICANS-FRONT ROW: Jackie Leyva, Tina Reuse, Anita Russell, Kelly Bateman, Tonya Brandenburg, Vickie McGonigle, Jewell Bell, Joan Hilburt, Jay DeCrastos. ROW 2: Kathie Wire, Greg Bell, Lisa Schadler, Debby Goodwin, Belinda Hagerman, Becky Goodwin, Roger Wilkins, Rick DeCrastos, Karen Ankrom. BACK ROW: Rod Belangee, Da¬ vid Wagner, David Bauer, Kelly Roberts, Kim Kelly, secretary; Rob Spaulding, Tina Clark, Ron House, vice-president; David Lewis, president; Greg Stuart. As election day draws to a close, last-minute votes are recorded on a tally sheet at the YWCA. Democrats and Republicans gather in the center of the Mounds Mall to campaign for the general election. First time voters are shown how a voting machine works be¬ fore making the final decision on election day.

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Even though Madison Heights lost 20-12, and temper¬ atures fell to near freezing, fans brightened up when the Homecoming queen and best float were revealed. Sixteen young ladies breathlessly awaited the announcement of the ’76 Homecoming queen on October 15. Kris Schmal- zer, escorted by Mike Lakes, was second runner-up, and first runner-up was Doria Terry, accompanied by Galen Scott. Brenda Mitchell, escorted by Danny James, was crowned queen at halftime. The Homecoming theme was “Pirates Salute the Silver Screen.” Choral Club’s float placed number one with its theme taken from the movie “Wizard of Oz.” “Cleo¬ patra,” contrived by Latin Club, received second-place honors. The age of “American Graffitti” is captured with the help of Cheryl Coleman and Teresa Yost in the band float. Despite the cold weather, TC nominee Mary Anderson and es¬ cort Steve Whitaker enjoy the Homecoming festivities. Danny James stands proudly by Brenda Mitchell as the coveted Homecoming crown is placed on her head. 21

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MH Students Take Part in Politics The election year brought about politic interest every- where-on the radio, on television, and from the Young Democrats and Young Republicans. Students partici¬ pating in these organizations got real practice working at the polls, and met in person the people they campaigned for with such dedication. Wearing campaign buttons, hanging signs, and bringing people who couldn’t drive to the polls were all part of election ’76. Young Democrats were headed by Mrs. Linda Curren and Mr. William Riffe, while Young Republicans were sponsored by Mr. Douglas Vermillion and Mr. Robert Humphrey. Both organizations were formed to help stu¬ dents have a better understanding of government and to know their rights as Americans. In an effort to get a big voter turn-out, Joann Cousins telephones registered voters on election day. Campaigning his way through Indiana, future president Mr. Jimmy Carter answers eager reporters’ questions. YOUNG DEMOCRATS-FRONT ROW: Mrs. Linda Curren, sponsor; Wade Winkler, president; Terry Ball, vice-president; Kris Schmalzer, secretary; Brian Hise, treasurer. ROW 2: Myra Mann, Paul Rinker, John Hagerman, Terry Minkey. BACK ROW: Becky Clark, Beth Burkhardt, Kenneth Wood, Daniel James. 23