27 Feb 1976
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Newspaper
Sterling Script
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1976
Page
1
A concerned student laments sloppy behavior by high schoolers, citing trash, vandalism, and rising costs. The letter also notes unsafe parking at Sterling High School, urging more space, snow salt use, and a designated area to improve safety and traffic flow.
A nationwide poll of 22,300 high school juniors and seniors shows 80 percent trust in the Supreme Court, Presidency, Congress, and state governments, while 73 percent view elected representatives as lacking honor and integrity. Sixty percent say politicians are influenced by corporations, gun control ranks high with 74 percent supporting registration, and 96 percent of teens turning 18 plan to vote in 1976.
On Saint Valentine’s Day a group of Hartford High students share playful Cupid wishes. Answers range from finding dates and pairing up friends to lighthearted pranks and even a few romance plans among teachers and wrestlers.
A reader agrees with Dan Bragg’s article about Sterling High School Nerds and urges students to show spirit. They condemn ticket buyers who did not cheer and note friends who lacked tickets or paid $5 to $10 for entry.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a basketball game against Rochelle tonight followed by the 1976 Valentine’s Dance in the multi purpose room. Admission is $1 for singles and $1.75 for couples with The Thirteenth Presinct band. The 1976 Valentine King and Queen will be crowned during the event.
A reader condemns cigarette smoking in schools and public spaces. The piece urges recognition of smoking dangers, impact on lungs and health, and calls for reduced in-school smoking and cleaner restrooms and lounges. It notes parents influence and urges action to curb the fog of smoke in halls and facilities.
Students in Miss Atkins journalism class voice strong opinions on study halls at Sterling High School. They propose turning halls into student lounges with library access, vending, and flexible exits, arguing current noise and rules hinder study and suggesting a trial then a return to traditional study halls if needed.
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