Rolla High School - Growler Yearbook (Rolla, MO)

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“Men may be hemmed in geographically, but every generation stands on the frontiers of the mind.” — M. J. Adler ft | olla was our proving ground. We adjusted to the security we found in its familiarity and then sought to branch out. More and more students left Rolla to live on their own during the summers and breaks. evertheless, school brought us home again, and from Hillcrest to downtown, the Friday night “cruise” strip to the surrounding foothills, Rolla became the focal point of our years and activities. 8’Opening

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the monotony of school days and gave'way to expressions of self awareness. “Breaker, Breaker, Convoy” rolled up 1-44 and hit the charts for weeks, ten-four! Shorter skirts were replaced by more practical lengths, and comfortable became the trend in fashion footwear. Jewelry went in and out again with “mood” rings and turquoise and puka shell necklaces worn by guys and girls alike. From silk shirts to feathered hair, no longer did the designers dictate styles as students set their own fashion news. Diet, the “Hustle, and throw- ing peanut butter balls were the things to do and jeans and overalls still the things to wear. Freshmen invaded the building and the con- stant power struggle over lunch tables “territorial boundaries became a daily occurrence. But some things never change. Be it skipping out on a warm spring afternoon or club initiations, traditions remained a part of the RHS scene.