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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1967
Page
8
An editorial argues for teaching foreign languages in American schools to foster global unity. It contrasts European and Russian language requirements with limited offerings at THS and questions when children should begin language study.
A 1966 THS senior, Dave Buchholz, known for football and activity roles, gave a standout speech earning recognition. The profile highlights his leadership as co captain, his community involvement, interests, and future college plans.
Junior High Jazz Instrumental contests are planned for March 4 at 1 00 pm with ribbons for participants. Students work on solos duets and trios as Mr Schildroth and classes prepare. Awards from district speech contest winners are cited with I ratings and state finals planned March 17.
Mike Nuss, a 1967 THS graduate, attends Iowa State University in Ames and offers guidance to prospective LL.A. students. He notes the campus gender balance, jokes about ISU coeds, and says he plans an undeclared curriculum in science and humanities next quarter. He cautions against thinking college forces a major choice immediately.
The text discusses choosing a major early and the lasting impact of that decision. It notes college offers a wider range of courses than high school, helping students become better qualified to select a career after exploring several subjects.
After four decades as a brakeman in the Perry division, Clif ford Todd of Perry is retiring from the Milwaukee railroad.
A tractor narrates about Gordon Sievers age 18 and his busy school life at THS. He balances studies in government English German physics and trigonometry with mixed chorus newspaper staff 4 H Walther League and music. He plans to attend Iowa State University for agricultural engineering and enjoys physics and math for their challenge and practicality.
Tri poli students share opinions on whether to add a week at Easter or extend the end of year break. Some favor keeping the current two day Easter break and year end schedule, others propose an Easter week and extra time later.
German students hosted a Deutsch Abendessen featuring musical hats songs and a down home meal. They ate bratwurst graupensuppe erbsen saartkraut kartoffelsalat kuchen mit schlagsahne and butter milk. After eating they cleaned up with a small task and praised the German dining method as fun and interesting.
Danny Patton son of Mrs. Ruth Patton of New Sharon graduated from Deep Sea Diving School in Yorktown Virginia and is set to report for naval duty in Viet Nam.
Diane Shonka presents comments from seven cheerleaders about their experiences this year. Sue Carroll Lois Peters Judy Feuchtwanger Vicki Zander Judy Dettmer Kathy Blasberg Judy Peters share memories of growth, publicizing games, pep rallies, team support, and hopes for next year as they look back on a memorable season.
The swing band and chorus are preparing for the annual swing show with practices under way. The band meets at seven each morning and the chorus at 7 30. Breakfast for the band is provided by instructor Mr Van Bronkhorst. Members arrive eager but tired at early hours.
High school audience views a slide show by Tom Grimm on his 15 month world journey through about 40 countries. He highlights contrasts between wealth and poverty in places like India and reflects that his favorite place remains America.
Janet Peters reports THS adds girls track alongside boys track. Twenty seven girls wrestle through drills under coach Mr. Ott with assistant Mr. Van Ahn. First meet March 11 at Drake University Des Moines. trips include half mile sprint events and possible field events.
In a senior math class Larry Boerschel’s entrance shocks peers when Mr Harms is present already. Al Heinemann blows up a balloon while Mr Harrs shadows him. Karen Krumm’s ink stained nose and Logen Harms’ hair style demo mark a day of classroom antics.
Dave Peters has owned a four door Chevy, logging about 11 000 miles since last. The car shows 81 300 total miles with a 283 engine rated at 190 horsepower and a three speed transmission. Gas mileage is about 11 miles per gallon. He reports reliability issues including rear end and shaft work since last April and occasional linkage lockups while passing school buses. He notes heater problems and jokes about the car being called junk though he defends its peak performance.
Under coach Van Ahn THS track opens the season with workouts after an early start and aims to win the coal track meet at Waverly. The squad, returning from a rare loss last year, includes seniors Ber Buchholz Lawain Judisch Dage and others with fresh talents.
The page lists staff positions for Panther’s Tale including Sid Editor Diane Peters with assistant editors Janet Pete and Jacki Krumm. Senior census credits Jacki Pam Drape and Karl Krumm, with Car Corner by Richard Howworth and THS Thinks by Logen Harms.
Medical research advances are described as ongoing across 165 Veterans Administration hospitals affiliated with 88 medical schools nationwide. The passage notes substantial activity and collaboration between hospitals and schools in the medical research effort.
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