05 Dec 1962
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Newspaper
Sterling Script
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1962
Page
1
A humorous notice honors Titus Arbutus Botch for starting the idea of going steady in high school. The piece recounts Aggie Frip, ring symbolism, and the clash among classmates, noting readers will soon share views in the Script. Go Warriors.
On Tuesday morning November 6 James Holden spoke at Sterling Township High School about South America. The interdenominational missionary described social and cultural life and shared harrowing episodes with snakes said to be 40 feet long. He also displayed pottery paintings woven baskets blankets hats and other Latin American articles. Students later visited the fieldhouse to ask questions and view the display.
Debaters at SHS prep their evidence cards as the 1962-63 season opens with a Dixon High School practice. Beginners and sub varsity posted mixed records on November 10, with standout performances by John Asain, Doug Ivins, Laurel Rick, Marcia Wagner, Bob McMurry, and John Meldorf. Varsity teams began November 17 at Lyons of LaGrange, aiming for a slate of future meets including Mendota and Bloomington.
Sponsored by the National Honor Society the event runs Friday December 7 in the halls of SHS after the game. Tickets are 25 cents for singles and 50 cents for dates with proceeds supporting NHS activities.
SHS posts its first quarter Honor Roll. Students must have at least three A grades in full credit courses and no grades below a B. Freshmen list includes Larry Baker and Caren Black among others. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors follow with named honorees.
Mr Kirchner, the debate director, invites after school sessions in Room 123. He stresses that debate has no closed squads and remains useful for life, extending opportunities to students involved in seasonal sports who might not otherwise get a chance.
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