Troy High School - Trojan Yearbook (Troy, KS)

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1981 was a year of excitement and near tragedies, a time for Americans to bond together to meet new challenges. The November election ended the political rivalry for the office of President between President Jimmy Carter and Governor Ronald Reagan. After a close competition, Republican Ronald Reagan was inaugurated the 40th President of the United States, January 20, 1980, with George Bush, second-in-command. “With all the creative energy at our command, let us begin an era of national renewal,” President Reagan said in his inaugural address. “Let us renew our determination our courage and our strength. Let us renew our hope. We have every right to dream heroic dreams.” Americans revised their hope, courage, and determination during the 444 days of Iranian captivity of 52 American hostages. The hostages were seized by Moslem militants November 4, 1979, at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. The yellow ribbon became a symbol of American hope. The people tried to spread their hope and courage to the 52 hostages in the thousands of cards and letters sent overseas. ’SO-’SJ, An Eventful fear Top Right: Upon the release of the hostages, Troy lowered the 12 flags flown in their honor. Above: Jeff Clary and instructor set up computer programs, a new project at THS. Only after 14 Vi long months of determination and negotiations, in which the U.S. agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets, were the hostages released, January 20. Citizens of Troy demonstrated their support of the 52 captive Americans with the flying of 12 American flags over the courthouse lawn. The flags, donated by veterans’ widows, were unfurled December, 1979, and retired upon the hostages’ release. 4

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An attempted assassination, wounding President Reagan on his 70th day in office, March 30, scared and shocked the nation. The wounded President was rushed to the hospital to have a bullet removed. The bullet had entered his chest under his left arm and was deflected into the lower left lung. President Reagan kept his sense of humor throughout the “incident” and his recovery. It was reported that as he entered the operating room, Mr Reagan quipped to the surgeons, “Please tell me you’re Republicans.” Pope John Paul II was also hit by gunfire in an attempted assassination, May 13. The Pope, wounded by two of the bullets fired, was not seriously injured. A touch of excitement began April 10, as the space shuttle, actually a “space truck,” introduced a new era in space, “revolutionizing the way America operates in space.” The 54' 2 hour flight of the “Columbia,” opened up the possibilities of future colonies, orbiting factories, and flights to other planets. THS students showed a love for fun, but also had a serious side. A survey revealed a majority of the students thought inflation was the nation’s number one problem. Many students were concerned with the possibility of war. One student felt the United State’s greatest downfall, was the people who fail to support the country and what it stands for. Students gave President Reagan the “Okay,” but felt he will do better and accomplish more, as he becomes more experienced. Although the cost of living was high, students enjoyed many outings. Nearly half the students surveyed managed to finance their entertainment with part-time employment. “Stir Crazy” and “Any Which Way You Can” were popular movies with the teenage crowd. Favorite television shows were “Benny Hill,” “Mash,” “Dukes of Hazard,” and “Facts of Life.” Music played an important role in the lives of teenagers. All-time favorites for the year were “Keep on Loving You” and “Take It on the Run,” both by REO Speedwagon, and “Cow Patti.” Top Left: Charley’s Feed and Grain Company was a new attraction for hungry diners. Lower Left: Lynnette Robinson, Gina Hanlan, and Adviser Mrs. Rockey are working on yearbook layouts. S5S5S