Uintah High School - Uintahn Yearbook (Vernal, UT)

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by the U.S. and it's allies. The Persian Gulf is vital to American in- terests ' Jimmy Carter U.S. hockey team defeats world champions to take the gold for first time in 20 years. National News— 29 When you think carpet Think Cal CAL’S CARPET

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mill l A HEADS NATIONAL NEWS Heroes, villains, crisis and victories were all a part of the news. With Eric Heiden winning five gold medals to break the Winter Olympic record; to Iran's Ayatulla Khomeni and other Iranians holding 50 Americans hos- tage. A group of students showed their concern for the hostages by holding a demonstration which included the burning of an Iranian flag. The Russians invaded Afghanistan while Sonja johnson was fighting for ERA. Gas prices were still going sky high, the price of gold became a major issue, presidential candidates started campaignsand the Pope visited America. In the world of sports, Pittsburgh seemed to be on a winning streak. The Pittsburgh Steelers winning the Su- perbowl and the Pirates winning the World Series. One of the biggest suprises in sports was the U.S. Hockey team defeating the U.S.S.R. and going on to take the gold. A student poll was sent out to see which news item was the most important. Ayatulla came out on top with the Russians in Afghanistan coming in second. The third most important issue was the boycott of the Summer Olympics in Moscow. The 1979-80' year in news became a year to remem- ber. - Ayatulla Khomeini becomes Times man of the year. Russian invasion of Afghanistan promotes boycott of Olympics 28— National News 1212 West 500 North SEELEY’S ONE HEALTHY STOP

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 I wouldn't miss a dance, especially one with a band they're better to Disco to. Pat. Going in groups adds fun and excitement to Sadie Hawkins. Utes enjoy eating out for formal dances. Sweetheart Ball Royalty are students first string choice. r 30 — Dances and Royalty We’re working for you at 610 West Main