Roncalli High School - Lance Yearbook (Aberdeen, SD)

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 ii m d Our Paths Will Lead Us On1 .■vr - 1985 LANCE Roncalli High School 1400 North Dakota Street Aberdeen, SD 57401 Volume 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2- 6 People 7- 32 Academics 33- 68 Activities and Organizations 69- 90 Sports 91-113 Conclusion 114-115 Index 118-120 (Page by Becky Scott) 1

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 Businesses give boost to economy of Aberdeen “Aberdeen U.S.A. The City Without Limits” was the name of the campaign promoting the city of Aberdeen during 1984-85. This promotion was brought about to encourage people and businesses to come to Aber- deen. Many new Aberdeen businesses opened their doors in 1984-85. Shopko. The People’s Bank, The White House Inn, Perkins Restaurant and the People’s Choice Buffet, gave a strong boost to the economy of Aber- deen. Construction was completed on a new Salvation Army building and the Aberdeen Convention Center. Kessler’s Grocery Store also completed the addition and renovation of their building. Three men were killed in a plane crash at the Aberdeen Regional Airport in the early fall. The jet failed to gain enough altitude, struck an embankment and crashed into a ball of fire near Brown County 19. A well known aviator Louis “Watcha” McCollum was killed in the crash which made the national news. To the disappointment of many 18 year olds, the drink- ing age in South Dakota was raised to 19 on June 1, 1984. Two soap opera stars, Laurence Lau and Frank Benard, appeared before excited crowds at the Super City Mall. Lau also made a special and unexpected appearance at Roncalli’s homecoming dance. 1. Shopko drew many shoppers to its establishment. 2. Perkins Restaurant opened to provide more dining in Aberdeen. 3. The White House Inn was added to the list of motels in Aberdeen. 4-5. Construction of the Aberdeen Convention Center came slowly to completion. 3