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Newspaper
Sterling Script
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1957
Page
2
A Thanksgiving message thanks readers who support the Script. It lists patron names on page three and urges students to transact with them, expressing appreciation and inviting feedback. Happy Thanksgiving.
Senior year profiles Walter Kilgus and Sue Johnson at Sterling Township High School. Kilgus, president of the Dramatic Club and tenor in Robed Choir, plans Carthage College after graduation and emphasizes improving the class reputation. Johnson, co editor of the annual and NHS secretary, aims for Texas Christian University next fall and cites friendships and independent decision making as key gains.
The list presents students named on the honor roll across grade levels. Sophomores include Marvin Black and Fred Davis among others. Juniors feature Jim Ague and Jim Brauer. Seniors list Rosalie Anderson and Don Edling with several peers.
A spoof column presents the North Poll by J. Quagmire North noting public opinion as a powerful but overlooked force. It lampoons polls with invented results and quips about American life and beliefs, concluding with a tongue in cheek age, marital status, and income sketch.
A series of anonymous quotes from boys on knee socks worn by girls. Opinions vary from practical to negative with remarks about cold legs, hiding something, or looking goofy. Etiquette aside, the piece frames fashion as a footnote to social norms.
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