Ottawa Township High School - Senior Yearbook (Ottawa, IL)

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Left. This rowdy group of fan turned into a deject ed mitt of humanity after the Cub ’ loss of the National League Pennant. A much a tome people hated to admit it. not everyone war a die-hard Cub fan. One of those notorious oul i» Mr. Bill Hamilton who sported this button all through the division play offs. Fever Quarantines OHS Early this fall, right before the rains started, just when the leaves were beginning to turn color, an epidemic swept through Ottawa. Students were not immune to it faculty was not immune — some people even went so far as to say the whole nation caught it. It wasn't the flu or the mumps, or even the German measles. It was Cub Fever! The symptons of this disease were failure to leave the TV during a Cub’s game failure to wear any other t-shirt besides the one that had a Cub's emblem on it and failure to like, look at. or communicate with anyone who did not like the Cubs. (As you can tell, with so many sick” people around, the school was not a pretty sight.) The Cubs, who were managed by Jim Frey, brought much excitement into some peoples' lives as they won the National League East pennant earning themselves a place in the play offs. By that time Leon Durham. Ryne Sandburg. Bobby Dernier. Keith Moreland, and Rick Sutcliff were household names. At that point students were asked what they thought of the Cubs, and those asked replied positively. Ron Callahan, freshman, said. I think they are great.” Senior Chuck Watts agreed. Tammy Rowe, a very active Cub fan. had plenty to say. They are excellent. They are going to go all the way. and Ryne Sandburg is the best. Another fan. Debbie Klien, thought Sandburg was a key player. Unfortunately for all die-hard Cub fans, the Cubs epidemic was cured” by the San Diego Padres in the play offs. For a few short months, though, closet Cub fans were finally allowed to shine and proclaim their dedication to their team. Kathy Russell, senior, best explained the feelings about the Cubs. Not now. I'm having too much fun watching the Cubs game. Talk to me later.” Left. Spouting basebal statistic left and right, senior Amy Besse is as knowledgeable a Cub fan as Ottawa High has. Cubs Fever 35

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Far right. A long time Cub fan. Mr. Gary.Vancil, spent an excited week when the Cub were in the play offs. Right. Complete with painted face, freshman Steve Alvarado exhibits his support of the Cubs after their two game sweep of the Padres in Chicago. Above. Even classrooms took on a Victory Note.” In Mr. Gary Reardon's room, senior Rob Collins points out where his loyalties lie. Right. Possibly the most avid Cub fan in school was Brent Sonday. 24 Cub Fever

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Camera, Lights, Action! Ah. the moviesl Although the theater has changed from the silent movies of yesteryears to the very realistic horror movies of today, the idea of taking your best girl on a Friday or Saturday night hasn't. What a romantic setting. You and your steady snuggled together in the back row of the theater with a huge bowl of buttery popcorn between you watching Dan Ak-royd and Bill Murray battle ghosts in the hit comedy Ghostbusters. Of all the students asked to list their favorite top 10 movies. Ghostbusters” was number one. The sports and love story buffs combined to make All the Right Moves” number two. Gremlins. number three, was about a cute little mogwai. who accidentally got wet and multiplied into not so cute little monsters full of destruction. Everyone's heart went out to little Gizmo as he tried to save the world from his descendants.” The number four pick by students was Revenge of the Nerds,” an hilarious comedy showing a group of nerds” fighting back for the unjust done to nerds in the past. You say you like to dance? Well, cut loose and see Footloose.” the swingin' movie about a not so swingin' town. The popular Kevin Bacon was the star. Prince hits the screen in his first movie. and our sixth favorite. Purple Rain. The music in this one was outstanding. For all you sad story lovers. Terms of Endearment” is for you. Bring lots of Kleenex, though. You’ll need it. Number eight. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” is a very action filled movie. Some new danger was forever being thrown in our hero’s face. Flint — a great movie for your first date. It gives you something to talk about. All you girls who think you have the perfect boy. You may want to think again after seeing the movie Bachelor Party.” Some of the things that happen at this party are outrageously funny. Last, but not least. Risky Business” was our number ten choice for favorite movie of the year. Whether you agree with these top ten. or have ten of your own. everyone will agree the movie is a great place to go. Below. While purchasing her ticket (or the movie. Jeanine Applebee. senior, laughs as Paul Ringer, junior. hat a difficult time getting the money drawer open. Above. When entering the Roxy, coming attractions posters can be seen displaying movies that are soon to visit Ottawa. 36 Movies