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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1972
Page
6
The Panther's Tale staff explains a constructive, positive outlook for THS coverage. They may critique issues but aim to highlight pride in the school and welcome student and parent contributions while screening for negative commentary.
On September 30 the Future Teachers of America district convention will draw many prospective teachers to the area for lectures and discussions. The local FTA chapter faces staffing strains, so the Student Council will assist. in return FHA will help with Homecoming 72 decorations, a task the council aims to finish in one night. Students wishing to help should contact Student Council representatives or Mr Ahrens.
A school fad discussion at Tripoli High explores moustaches versus maternity blouses among students and staff. The piece humorously questions fashion trends, genders, and future fads as they consider what might trend next.
A lighthearted note from a junior high community highlights antics and late night mischief. The piece playfully questions routines and student personalities, including references to teachers and peers.
A roundup of Denver area activities includes School Night for Scouting at Denver High School Room 26 at 7 30 p m for third graders. St Pauls United Church of Christ youth officers named Scott Prestien and others. clothing drives for Church World Service and World Relief. a White Elephant Sale at St Pauls on Sept 23 with auctioneer. Star Dusters Mexican Fiesta Sept 16 and square dance lessons starting Sept 26. Women’s Fellowship Sept 19 at St Pauls. St Peter Lutheran hosting a Pre Retirement Conference Sept 15 and reception Sept 24. ALCW Do Day Sept 21. updates on local residents and students. Get acquainted homeroom meetings Sept 19 and 26. Denver Jaycees Honey Sunday Oct 1 to aid mental retardation efforts. American Legion Family Fish Fry Sept 16. Denver Thimble Sept 14. Glaucomobile appointments Sept 21. and Mrs Cora Garnatz turning 103 with greetings from Gov and President.
Students blame harder P E this year at THS but the issue may be fitness levels. Some had summer jobs keeping in shape while others did not and now fall physical education feels tougher. Once in good condition, the PE teacher will seem to be guiding them back into shape.
Sophomores to seniors may tour the Guthrie Theatre on Saturday October 28 to see An Italian Straw Hat. The $3.00 price covers transport and tickets and includes a visit to Colgrove Walker Art Museum. Contact Mr. Drips for details.
Well juniors you have finally received your class rings. They seemed to cost you a small fortune now. Is everybody satisfied with their ring or is anyone saying why didn't I get that kind? The reactions are common at this time of year. Most students are pleased with what they received and wouldn't trade it for anything.
A short community appeal urges readers to show compassion for Howard Sanderson, hospitalized in Room 444 at St Francis Hospital Waterloo Iowa. Readers are asked to send cards or notes to express support and letting him know they care.
A long ago event revived as a playful seance on THS grounds. The spirit reportedly left its old home to explore THS and returned to lingering presence among students. Organizers consider another public gathering on the front lawn to lure the spirit back.
Deb Schwemm describes seventh grade life noting more privileges yet stricter rules than elementary school. She recalls fewer recesses and punishments like expulsion for gum or notes, warns older students, and finds the higher workload balanced by study halls and growing independence.
The junior high welcomes Mrs Syverson seventh grade English returning to THS after teaching two years in first grade and two years in special ed art and P E She plans a Friday share day and leads a summer Special Ed Day Camp Her husband is Bromwood’s principal Mrs Schumacher new home economics teacher earned a UNI B A and taught at Jesup Waterloo West and Janesville farms with five children She promotes change and new sewing cooking and housing classes totaling a bright THS addition
The school adopts a distribution policy requiring every family to receive the Panther's Tale. The oldest student in each family will receive a copy during the paper's publication week Wednesday afternoon. The Panther's Tale edition remains a regular feature in The Tripoli Leader.
The THS cheerleaders return after a summer of practice. Featured are Beki Sassman, Terri Nuss, Shannon Finney, Lori Chapin, Margaret Rewoldt, Kim Pierce, Deb Kirchhoff, and Sherri Buss as they prepare locker posters and seek new ideas from the community to support the squad.
The school library expands this year with new hardcover titles now available for checkout. Notable books include Love Story by Erich Segal and Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown, among others. A wide selection of new albums accompanies the new titles, featuring classic plays and works by James Thurber.
Mrs. Fred Ambrose resigns as telephone operator effective Thursday. Mrs. Sophia Clausing of Waverly dies Friday at her daughter's home after a weeklong illness. William Ladage finishes his first three years in the U S Army and visits his mother Hilda Ladage. A severe storm damages the St Pauls Lutheran Church steeple at Siegel. Albert Buchholz, 66, funeral held at St Peters Evangelical and Reformed Church Tuesday. John Snyder buys Fred Laube acreage. Conrad Heideman buys Arnold Sell residence. Paul Block buys the late Mrs Mathilda Biermann home. Dale Trent named manager of Peoples Natural Gas Co in Tripoli. Daniel Jahnke sworn in among new Iowa Highway Patrol officers. Dettmer welding shop relocates to southeast Tripoli. Mr and Mrs John Thurm celebrate golden wedding anniversary. Lawrence Worrell and Jackie Cobb marry September 7.
Dave West manager of Colburn Feed Mill Division Tripoli announces purchase of adjoining north property once Tripoli Implement. Truman Stahl announced sale of Frederika Produce to Ott and Forsman Produce.
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