Vol 35 No 8

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January 15,1986

Defense keys strong performance against by Chris Kempczins~i As the basketball Braves reach the halfway point of their season, a 4-6 record is hardly something to gloat over. Critical losses to Mariemont and Madeira foreshadowed prospective failures for the team during the rest of their schedule. However, that has not been the case; the team has attempted what could be called a slight turnaround. In the team's most recent matchup against league rival CAPE, who is ranked fifth in the state, the team showed flashes of brilliance despite losing 54-48. For the first time all season they played with consistency throughout the entire game and were able to work as a unit. An airtight defense shut down the Crusaders' two leading scorers to a mere two points each. The scoring for the Braves was spread around quite well with Erich Metzger leading the team with points- Said junior Bruno Darre, "The reason we

played so well is because we outcoached them. Hammer had gone to two of their games by himself and the team went to watch them against North College Hill which really helped." And if it was any consolation for the team, the Crusader coach admitted at the end of the game that, "you guys (the Braves) should have won ." Another of the Braves' league matches, was against Deer Park. who was totally dominated by Indian Hill. Though at a distinct edge, the Braves used this game as a possible springboard for future successes, and the 74-54 score certainly provided a much needed boost for the team. The boys' next game is against Reading at home tonight. Senior guard Andy Tucker commented that despite Reading's winless league record, "We can't get too overconfident. I think we should win-we have a good chance-but if you get o v e r ~ n f i d e n t ,things can happen. I think we can win,

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Andy Tucker (12), shown here against Mariemont, feels the Braves have a good chance to defeat Reading tonight.

'The ~ e f r i ~ e r a t oisr 'just a sign of the times off the bench

by Chris Kempczinski With the Bengals' season long over, the Cincinnati football fan no longer has to sit through the lowly Bungles losing to teams like the Oilers, but can instead watch truly one of the great teams of the eighties, the Chicago Bears. Unless you've lived in a shell for the past few months, you at one time or another should have heard of their near perfect season, or the Refrigerator, and the hysteria which his mammoth presence unleashes in the Windy City. Oh sure, when the Bengals went to the Super Bowl in 1981 there was a tremendous amount of hoopla-- remember the Mighty Tiger towel, or the Bengals striped Metro buses?-but 'nothing

y teams like the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys, the football fan, myself included, was lulled t o sleep by an inescapable ,boredom. Teams no longer catered to the fan, but concentrated rinstead on winning, even if it {meant handing the ball off to a fullback three times in a row. Well, no more, we have now

like Chicago. For the city has adopted each player as if he were the boy next door, and hailed him as a hero. Particularly William Perry, a 300 lb. rookie from Clemson who was drafted as a defensive lineman, but in mid-season was converted to a running back. Chicago's fans were delighted to see Perry's fat plunging over the goal line and flattening anything in his way. But is he really all that good? One of his own coaches called him a "wasted draft pick" but I must disagree. Football is meant to be entertaining and if the fan gets so excited about one player, then he's worth it. Unfortunately, that simple assumption had been largely ignored in the past. With the glitz-

emerged into a new age of exciting football, prone to the pass and fancy razzle dazzle passes. So when you see the Bears in the Super Bowl on the 26th, understand that all the hoopla is really not just over the Bears, but also for the dawning of a new and entertaining age of football.

by Kevin Walzer After nearly two years of salary negotiations between the Classroom Teachers Association and the Board of Education, a tentative settlement has been reached. Details of the contract, worked out over Christmas break, have not yet been released. CTA negotiator Mrs. Karen Edgecomb indicated that a formal master contract, required by the April 1984 collective bargaining law, was being written last week. It was

reviewed by the teachers last night, with a vote by them and a review and vote by the Board expected to follow soon. The announcement of the settlement came on January 6 to all the district's faculty. A statement signed by Federal Mediator Earl Leonhardt, said that "tentative agreement has been reached ...on a collective bargaining agreement for the certificated teaching staff." Leonhardt said that the agreement would "be recommended by

Drama to present play i n forum '

by Susan Appel The Drama Club will be presenting the one-act play The Actor's Nightmare as a student kWVernment forum on Thursday, January 23. The play is the story of a man

(portrayed by junior Charly Schiff) who, in a dream, finds himself on a stage in a play he has neither rehearsed nor even seen before-the quintessential actor's nightmare. This -playwithin-a-play contains references

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Terwillegar expressed his thanks to Edgecomb and "other members of the negotiating team" who worked with Cunningham "studying proposals and making recomendations." Terwillegar also thanked "the community members \vllo came to our support. Their help was not inconsequential."

to many more-famous works, including William Shakespeare's Hamlet, Robert ~ o l t ' s -A Man FOY All Seasons, Samual Beckett's End Game, nand Noel Coward's Private Lives. Other cast members include senior Brian Meyers, juniors Katherine White and Susan Appel, and sophomore Ann Kneipp. ''It's going to be a challenge.

We're trying t_o make it different than it was at Dessert Theaterwe're changing blocking, lights, sound , sets, everything except the cast and lines. It's going to be a great show!" Schiff said. The play is being directed by Mr. Gus Gordon, an IH graduate. Gordon has professionally performed the lead role of m e Actor's Nightmare for the Mariemont Players. He is being assisted by Miss Beth Robinette, also an IH graduate.

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Girls on the road to recovery by Tiffany Meyer The girls' varsity basketball team is on the road to recovery. The week before the Christmas break provided them with two wins. On December 17, they downed Mariemont 66-40. Senior Kristin Mains was the leading scorer and rebounder. Mains has come back to play strong after her injjury. On December 30, the Lady Braves beat Deer Park 55-41. The leading scorer was sophomore Tricia Craig. Coach Steve Thomspon says that the team has "a chance to finish strong on the season." The is hoping for fourteen or fifteen wins.

the principal representative of each party to their respective group for ratification action ...." In a CTA newsletter dated January 6, CTA President Robert Terwillegar noted that the final negotiations, held over winter break, were done solely by Leonhardt and the outside representatives of the Board and CTA-Mr. Wilbur Collins and Mr. Ed CunningTerwilleham, respectively. gar said that "they met several times over the holidays inclu-

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by Kevin Walzer AP Spanish Language teacher Mrs. Lynda Bachman has submitted a letter of resignation to the Board of l;ducation, to take effect at the end of the semester. Bachman said that she is leaving for personal reasons. "I timed it for the end of the semester because of my daughter [seventh grader Shannon Follett ) ; I just wanted to take her out of [the middle school1 without really . disrupting the year for her." Bachman indicated that she

was unsure who would take her place teaching the AP class, in addition to two other Spanish courses. Bachman has taught at Indian Hill for three years. This is her second tenure as an IH Spanish teacher; she also taught at Indian Hill in the early 1970's. She was educated at the University of Bowling Green. During the ten-year interim between stints at lndian Hill, she worked for Xerox and other business companies.

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Three weeks ago, in spite of the fact that it was the gotiators' liking; we are inclined to say that it proholiday season , the atmosphere that hung over the bably had the Board team's approval, as well. Both Indian Hill school district was gloomy. Three pages sides, in the past, have rejected proposals made by of coverage of salary negotiations between the Board the other group. of Education and Classroom Teachers Association in We will say no more except to congratulate both Chieftain showed the perilously low teacher morale, sides on finally coming to terms, and to breathe a and mounting community concern. Things did not heavy sigh of relief. After two years, a nightmare is over. The teachers have a contract again. look good. Imagine, then, the surprise, happiness, and relief that greeted the faculty when they found a message letter to the editor on January 6 from CTA President Robert Terwillegar - saving; . - that a tentative settlement had been seriously want to acquire a qualDear editors: reached over Winter Break. ity education that will start you After two uncertain years, it Yes, a on your way tow~ardsa successThrough my years as an adful career? amears certain that in a Very short time the faculty missions director, I have detecREAD all the information that ted that high school students are will have a new contract. is available about the colleges in considerably more sophisticated ~ ~of the~contract ~ have i not lyet been ~ released, upon graduation than their counwhich you are interested. You will be amazed at the amount of but it is very safe to say that it was to the CTA ne- terparts from earlier years. That ..

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sophistication is important beDrocess of selectingcause the - --- .the right college has become considerably more complicated. Every college is special in its own way. Deciding which college will best meet your career goals can be a time consuming process. HOWever,, it can be a fun and worthwhile experience, particularly by using my LLTRAVEL,. method. NO, I am not suggesting YOU travel far and wide across this country visiting every available college CamDus. MJI "TRAVEL" method staids for -six steps that have been proved effective through the years as an aid in choosing the right college for you. TRAVEL stands for Think, Read. ~ ~ Visit, k . Evaluate, and -

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Probably the greatest thing on most students' minds right - now is this week's first semester exams. H ~ for seniors, ~ ~ group ~ of~ exams~ is taking priority ; second semester exams. For the first time ever, IH seniors will have to take exams in June. The second semester plan, several months in the making and announced last month, has a tempting catch, though ; if a student earns a fourth quarter "B" in a course that will have an exam, he or she will not have to take the test. Seniors are about the plan, for the class of '86 is the first graduating class t o have to take final exams; for years, seniors were dismissed a week before graduationstate law changed that, forcing seniors to stay in school until commencement. It is difficult to say much about the Jvne exam policy for seniors, as it already appears t o be firmly in place. However, we are pleased that the administration is giving seniors an opportunity not to take exams through the fourth quarter "B" exemption; aside from an ingenious administrative ploy to fight "senioritis"y the exemption affords seniors the chance not t o sit through exams that most of them will have no need to do well on. We hope that the exemption plan proves successful, for it would be highly embarrassing for the adminihtration if the seniors, having set their plans for the fall with college or employment, were to barely scrape through the tests to get their "D" - standing for "diploma". 7

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Thrilling music integral in Gaudio's life by Robert Seal Mr. Joe Gaudio is certainly a music educator that can respond to a student's questions. His interview for this column began with simple questions regarding his initial attraction to the worlds of music and teaching, jazz and IH styles, respectively, and en. ded with my greater understanding of jazz music, its history, and many of its famous names. Quite a man, indeed. Known affectionately as "Dad" or, more obscurely, "Bird Legs," Gaudio is one of the music department's star instructors and a decidedly popular person with enamored band members. One could naturally assume that he was bred, groomed especially for teaching, but not so; he began at age 30. After teaching at West Clermont and Colerain, Gaudio decided in 1972 that he really wanted to teach with an old friend, Mr. Steve Strider. With a ruefully pragmatic grin he related, "I thought Indian Hill would always pay pretty well." He continued, "I've learned more about teaching from Mr. Strider than anyone else." Aside from education, Gaudio also maintains a thriving career as a professional musician, primarily playing tenor saxophone with the Blue Wisp Big Band. It all began in 1944 when he acquired his first instrument, a Cavalier metal clarinet. "It was a lousy horn," he joked. "I think it cost about 43 dollars." Like many maturing instrumentalists, he managed t o discard an old "student horn" for a better model upon entering high school. "I bought a wood clarinet in the ninth grade and played it in the concert band. I played tenor sax in the stage band, too." Blooming into a fine musician, Gaudio decided to leave his home in western Pennsylvania and study music performance in Cincinnati at the Conservatory of Music, later merged with the University of Cincinnati to become CCM. "I was part of the 'get rid of the administrator' movement,'' he recalls with a smile. Many of his teachers were involved, naturally attracting the partisan passions of Gaudio's Italian heart. He is now among a select group of teachers

comprising the CTA Executive Board. Gaudio realized early that "if you have musical ability, you only have to apply yourself." He listened to the music of some of the early innovators in jazz. "like many kids, 1 listened to Benny Goodman and Stan Kenton, but I found that the black musicians like [saxophonists] Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and [trumpeter] Louis Armstrong influznced my playing more," he said. "Even back in the '2OYs,guys like Armstrong really were jazz." In college, Gaudio majored in clarinet performance, but "woodshedded," or practiced, the saxophone like many of the clarinet majors in his classes. "They didn't let you do that back then" he smiled. "Bebop wasn't very popular, and we had to hide from the teachers to play it." Upon graduation, Gaudio enlisted in the Army for a "threeyear hitch" rather than try to find an orchestral position on clarinet. He auditioned for positions in the Army's Field Band, a group made famous as the "Million Dollar Band" by its tours abroad. Regrettably, "They became very austere after I joined and stopped touring Europe. We only went to places like Canada and Mexico." After completing his military obligation, Gaudio decided, for practical reasons, to get a degree in music education. He began teaching in the early '60's and now finds himself in his second year as assistant band director in the high school. However, his many years of teaching the beginning instrumental band program in the elementary school encompasses the musical careers of many of his present students. He tries to express his love of music to his students, explaining, "Some of the more thrilling events in my life come from playing." He feels that music is one of the strongest forces in society today, having "the most impact except possibly from some writing [and] when they're put together, they're [even stronger] ." He points to the large social factor of music today as very important in a young' person's development. As an artist, Gaudio is wellestablished in Cincinnati's jazz

community. His improvisational solos are on several albums cut by the Blue Wisp Big Band. "1'd rather play music now than hear it, ...but I do have a good [sound] system in my car, where I do most of my' listening." Over the holidays, he "sat in'' with a lot of local groups, something he enjoys immensely. But, he admits with a grin, "I'm lazier than I've ever been I'm getting more laid back." Perhaps this is due to a more peaceful home atmosphere, for his three children are grown, with only one remaining at home while U.C. and Xavier in college. basketball games as well as reading and "napping" seem to take

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SUN CITY, from p. 7 guitar work by Tonwshend and Stanley "Let Jordan. Me See Your I.D." is really the victory of the rappers over both the rockers and the funk artists. As in all raps the lyrics are paramount and the song includes some classic lines: "My grandmother used to say if you don't stand for something you'll go for anything/ItYs like somebody in the Bronx trying to describe the Bronx as not a part of New York." I normally don't like rap songs but this one was interesting if only for the lyrics. The last song on the record and the second to last on the tape, "The Struggle Continues", is undoubtedly one of the more bizarre songs I have ever heard. A heavily reverbed trumpet starts out playing strange semi-melodious noises as the background of a simple three-note bass lick endlessly repeated. As the piece de-

up more and more of this busy man's free time nowadays. "I enjoy a good mystery-science fiction, too," he says thoughtfully. "I used to read more nonfiction, but I'm not looking for answers as much any more." He added, "Music ranks up there with finding my wife and having kids-it's one of the joys of my life." Joe Gaudio sounds suspiciously like a happy man. Near the end of his interview, he leaned forward in his chair and said mischievously, with a look over his shoulder at Mr. Strider's office, "I'd really like to play a neighborhood bar. Just to play the music...with a quartet."

velops, the trumpet stops and a guitar comes in interrmittently . After a while that stops and a rambles up and down the scale. This has a definite aura of strangeness. The taped version of the album contains "Silver and Gold," a solo effort by Bono. I have .no idea what the title refers to as most of the words are so badly pronounced by Bono that they are unintelligible. The music itself is good with a slow rhythm and a rough guitar reminiscent of the better days of U2. Too bad Bono had to sing. Sun City is an excellent album. It has the singing of some of the biggest names in rock and roll, a great band, and some bizarre music. Besides, all of the profits gained from the album will be donated to the Africa Fund. Just in case you think, "Not only am I going to buy this album, but I am going to send in money to this Africa fund," its address is: The Africa Fund 198 Broadway New York, NY 10038

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Modern family life challenged in 'Life time ' by Robert Seal Twice in a Lifetime is certainly a film to be seen more than once by thoughtful holiday audiences. It is sure to be lavishly lauded when the Oscars are announced, for it is a movie that demands careful, contemplative viewing from its audiences. The ideas about American society to be found in Lifetime are the cornerstones of its critical as well as popular success. Once again, a film executive of lofty position has deemed that the intrinsic values holding the American family together should be examined. Sound dull? Well, in Lifetime a host of talented actors are brought together to bring a group session in societal analysis alive. The story itself is relatively simple. Harry MacKenzie (Gene Hackman), a steel mill worker living in a working-class suburb of Seattle, decides to have a little fling with the new barmaid (AnnMargret) at the local pub. However, he has just turned fifty, is the "proud papa" of four, proud grandpapa of two, and beloved "one o' the boys" of just about everybody in town, including Kate (Ellen Burstyn), his wife of thirty years.

Well, Harry finds that having a fling isn't as easy as it used to be. Seemingly, he only wants to have a little fun on the side. He tells Kate that his extra-marital opportunity doesn't matter while telling Audrey the barmaid that he loves her. "It's been a long time since I didn't know what a day had in store for me," he admits on one of their daytime dates; he works nights at the mill to bring in extra dough. Harry's once "boring" life then becomes the focal point of the film, as his family and the rest of the town find out about his "tomcatting." One is almost led to believe that Harry could have pulled off his dual existence if not for his irate daughter Sunny (Amy Madigan). In one magnificent scene, she drags her mother and small daughter into the local pub to bring Harry home, for he's right there with Audrey, innocently "having a few drinks." Madigan's portrayal rips the rosecolored glasses away from the viewer with shocking intensity as she drags the family's burden onto herself. Soon thereafter, Harry discards his life of beer, friends, family, and Seattle Seahawks. But not quite, for he

G e o r g e contends w i t h 'foreign o b i e c t ' GEORGE, from p. 6 der. Upon discovery by George, the situation became hilariouswell, you had to be there, hmm, enough said here. In the spring, besides being a bum, George also enjoys track. Coming from a family that was made to run distance, George endeavors in such events as the mile run, the 3200 meter relay, and the high jump. He comments, "Running track does have its advantages because it seems that most good-looking girls run track. That does help to incite me to run." Last season, however, was somewhat of a disappointment for him. His season was mined when he tore a muscle in his leg. He states, "I would have had a promising season if it wasn't tor the torn muscle." As for his family life, some of you may remember George's cousin Holly Richardson, who

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stayed with the Heynens' as part of the AFS program. Referred to as "foreign object" or "illegal alien" by George, he comments, "She's not really that bad. I used to make fun of the music she listened to. It's funny now because I listen to some of the same music now. But then again, I got her hooked on some of the music I listen to." At the current time, George's father is spending his weeks in Greenwich, Connecticut because of a job transfer. The rest of George's family is waiting for George to graduate from Indian Hill before moving to Greenwich with his father. Until then, his father returns to Indian Hill every weekend possible. George comments, "I'm used to it because he was always gone on business trips when he did live here. After this year, however, things will be back to normal again." Finally, George would like the fact to be known that he is a de-

goes downtown to live with Audrey, explaining to his understandably shattered wife that he wants to (re)live life to the limit with a woman who, he stresses, "thinks younger ." The rest of the film candidly follows the separated MacKenzie parents as they go their different ways. Kate eventually composes herself with the critical aid of her family, and, incidentally, Harry's best friend Nick (Brian Dennehy), a coworker at the mill.

Harry "carries on" nicely with Andrey for ten months, but is bothered by a nagging feeling of loss; he misses his kids. A new development, the impending marriage of his youngest daughter, Helen (Ally Sheedy) brings the reality home to Harry. He will miss his own daughter's voutfanofPhilCollins. Georgcis presently anxiously awaiting the debut of the Collins/~enesis album that is expected to come out this spring. He claims that he now has all of the albums by Genesis and Collins. "Of about 50 tapes I have, about 25 relate to

wedding. Not to fear, claims Helen; we won't make the same mistakes you did. The tension is palatable as Harry and fiis family watch Helen perpetuate the institution of marriage. All hope for the best ... Obviously, the story lost its simplicity-and its playful innocence. The viewer watches a typical and distinctly American family torn apart and then sewn together again. But not quite, for Helen's marriage hasn't worked to bring her father home. Or has it? The climax of this monumental film occurs in the very last scene, after the wedding, on the steps of the family church. Wow! That's symbolism to fill any sociologist's yearly calendar. Twenty years ago, Hackman would have predictably rejoined his family, paying symbolic homage to the strengths of the symbiotic institutions of marriage and family. Coupled with the last bars of a Pat Metheny soundtrack, the rest of Twice in a Lifetime is romantic filmmaking and progressive thinking of unsurpassed poignancy. At last, a movie with a midlife crisis that doesn't end with a whimper.

phil~olfins." Describingthelast Collins' concert he saw, George simply says, "Words can't descibe it." And for George's sake, let us all hope that the Collinsl~enesis revival means another tour by the group.

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Ladies, d o n ' t miss Adonis Bogarts Fair Weather - January 16 - Lightning from the sky. Peter Adonis Fantasy Show January 18 - A swingin' good time for you ladies. Clear Light - January 22 - Shaded darkness. Dave Mason - January 23 - No relation to Brad. Asleep at the Wheel - January 28 Wake up. The Romantics - January 29 They talk about you in their sleep. Edgar Winter - January 30 Free riding!

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Students should serve Student Service Center by Kevin Walzer Have you looked at the Student Service Center lately? Take a look. Although from a distance it appears whole and stable, it's not right. Examine it closely. What do you see? The edges chipped, large pieces of wood paneling coming off, ink stains all over certain portions of the carpet that lines the seats? That's what you should turn up. If not, look again. The SSC has been a fixture at Indian Hill since 1981, when graduate Michael Ilyinski dedica-. ted it as the home of the thenfledgling Peer Counseling program. Although it continues to be used by the Peer Counselors, it has also come to be a gathering area of the student body as a whole. In that time, it has stood up remarkably well, experiencing only minor wear (a true accomplishment, considering that 700

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or more teenagers have congregated there daily for more than five years). Some wear and tear, naturally, is to be expected. One must question, though, the more recent damage that has been inflicted on the SSC. Of late, the area seems to have been the victim of great carelessness or even vandalism; writing on the carpets and wood paneling falling off in several places cannot be attributed solely to wear and tear. The request here is going to be short and sweet: please exercise greater care in using the SSC, and if you have by chance removed a few pieces of paneling recently, please stop. Ilyinski's gift has enjoyed greater success than perhaps even he could have imagined; the hope here is that such success will continue.

Custodian Joe Fitzwater replaces paneling on the SSC.

Seniors unanirnousIy oppose June ~ X ~ + I S to the exams, if one could be ing such alternatives. by Kevin Walzer Seniors were also given the In a Chieftain poll of 45 worked out; last year's seniors seniors on the new second avoided June exams by establish- option to suggest alternatives semester exam policy, 100% of those surveyed indicated their disapproval of the administrative decision. The poll, given last week in 1. Were you aware of the administration's plan two Government classes, showto have seniors take second semester exams? ed mixed senior opinions on the policy otherwise; however, to a 67% yes person, the seniors do not want June exams. The new policy, outlined in 2. Do you feel it is reasonable for seniors to the December 20, 1985 issue take June exams, since they can no longer of Chieftain, states that seniors will have to take second semester be dismissed early? exams in classes that would normally have them; English, math, 0% yes government, foriegn language, science, psychology, and business. AP courses, because they , 3. What is your view on the potential exemphave exams in May, will not tion from an exam (if you earn a fourthterminate i n June exams. Ths administration, though, quarter "B" in a course, you will not have has offered an incentive to an exam in that class) ? seniors to be exem~ted from the tests; if a student earns a 44% it's fair 37% it's unfair 19%don't know "B" or better fourth quarter in a class that will have an exam, he or she will not have to take 4. Would you be in favor of an alternative to the test. exams if one could be w6ked out? Seniors were quite divided on the exemption policy; whiie 44% $aid they felt the policy 88% yes was fair, 37% voiced disagreement wit@it. 19%were unsure. 88% of the seniors said that they would favor an alternative

to exams, and their responses most typically said that having seniors do volunteer work, which was one of last year's alternative activities, would be a viable option.

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First semester exams will be held Wednesday through Friday of this An including seniors, will have to take those tests. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, 12:05-2:05 : Business, Psychology, Foreign Language; Thursday, 7:35-9:35, English; Thursday, 11:35-1:35, Science; Friday, 7:35-9:35, Math; Friday, 11:35-1:35, Social Studies. Students will be in study hall if they do not have an exam . . scheduled. No student will have to take three exams on any given day; in the event of such a conflict, it is up to the student to reschedule a test with his or her teacher. All pupils must remain in school until 1:35 on Wednesday and 1:05 on Thursday and Friday. Between exams, pupils will report to their fifth period class for study hall.

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Darre to star in by Jay Fitton

Once again this year, sophomore John Darre has the lead in Pow Wow. In this year's Pow Wow, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Darre plays Finch, a character he describes as a "great guy who is crafty but well-liked." Finch rises from a job as a window washer t o the head of a large corporation. According to Daxre, this is a much bigger and much more difficult tole than his role last year in The Boypiend. Dane likes the satire in How to Succeed, and he thinks everyone else will, also. Darre really enjoys the new cast; he thinks the freshmen are great. But it is much different

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this year without last year s seniors since. as he puts it, year I was so naive and the seniors really helped to make performing fun. Due to this, I feel more comfortable this year even when I'm on my own." Contrary to what one might think, Daxre only really became interested in singing last year, although he has played the piano for several years. D a r e says he was very surprised when he got the lead role because he didn't even try out for that part. Now, though, Darre is very interested in music, and when asked if he might pursue a career in music, answered, "It's a thought rve dreamed about but really don't expect to happen." Since Darre did such a great

job last year on --mo kiss" with Missy Millimn, he gets t o try it

January 15,1986 IOUtimes: thisyuss&ohor wifh co-stars Lisa Nabols and Allison Morris.

a pertinent way to execute some of [Kiwanis] International's goals. Also, the kids down there were great, and very lucky to have such a good community facility." Students participating in the proiect were Jones, juniors Rob Seal, Amy Wiedemer, and Laura Plummer, sophomores Tara Williams and Elissa Geier. The club's second project, scheduled for the afternoon and organized by senior vice-president Jeff Currier, was a trip to the Scarlet Oaks Retirement Community. A time-tested project for the club, "it was a really worthwhile experience working with the older people," said junior Scott Schricker. He and other club members Wiedemer, Helen Hwang, Emily Ruff, Mariano Fernandez, Susan Appel, and Currier, played card games with the residents of the home.

TRAVEL, from p. 2 and be sure to eat in the cafeteria. This is a good time to meet with the professors and staff. You wouldn't buy a car without driving it, so don't choose a college without visiting the campus. EVALUATE carefully all the information you have collected. Compile a list of positives and negatives and go over that list with your parents, friends, and counselor. LIST the top four colleges in which you are interested and apply early for admission,

financial aid, and scholarships. Some colleges are very select and just because you want to attend there doesn't mean you will be accepted. Your years of college will be among the most enjoyable and exciting in your life. Make every effort to insure that you pick the right college for you. Sincerely, Joanna Sawyer Transylvania University

disc review

photo courtesy of Legend

John Darre and Missy Milligan in last year's Pow Wow, The Boyfiend.

Smith out1 ines curriculum f a i r by Alissa Raleigh Two preliminary events in the TH course selection process are coming this month in preparation for the course selection due date - February 10. The program review this year will be held January 23 at 7:30 P. M. This is an invitation to all parents to become acquainted with the range of courses and available resources that will be offered in the 1986-1987 school year. The number one purpose of this review is to familiarize parents with the IH curriculum so that they may better help their children in selecting courses. Parents will have the opportunity to ask administrators, counselors, and teachers any questions, comment on the academic program, and give and get advice. The next day (the 24th of January) the students themselves will get their opportunity t o reintroduce themselves with IH's offerings at the Curriculum Fair from 7:35 to 9 A. M. (with shortened classes following).

Vice Principal Mrs. Sharon Smith stresses, "Students will want to attend it's the perfect chance to talk to teachers about the classes that they are interested in." Smith further cautions that "a staff is hired, materials are ordered, and arrangements are made , . It's imperative that the students are certain that the classes they choose are the ones they'll be satisfied with. We provide the fair and expect it t o be taken advantage of. When a student selects a course he has made a commitment and we expect that students will honor it we can't have everyone changing schedules every August." Mrs. Smith gives some hints on how to benefit the most. "Ask what the course requires: what books, homework, fees and obligations. Also, this may be interested in which courses are conducive to a college career." Thus students are expected to conduct a thorough search in preparing their schedules, which do require a parental signature, when they submit them.

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Artists unite against apartheid on 'Sun City' cut

Key C l u b has active break by Robert Seal The Indian Hill Key Club finished the old year with two very successful community service projects on Saturday, December 21. The first, beginning early Saturday morning, was a visit to the Finley Street Community Center. The new project idea for the club originated from planning by senior member Amy Jones, whose church is affiliated Indian Hill with the center. students helped workers at the center dispense new toys, games, and puzzles to that area's youth who participated in the center's acitivities. Junior Alissa Raleigh, Key Club's secretary, was very pleased with the outcome of the new project. "The club's international theme this year is 'Youth Serving Youth' and I'm delighted that we've found such

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January 15,1986

by James Anderson Benefits abound in recording studios and on stage: Live Aid, Band-aid, Farm Aid, We are the World, and now Sun Cia, the latest benefit album, from Artists United Against Apartheid. Not knowing what to expect, but figuring that anything with Bono, Jackson Browne, Bob Dylan, Peter Gabriel, Bob Geldof, Bruce Springsteen, Pete Townshend, and Peter Wolf couldn't be too bad and anything with groups like AFRIKA Bam Baataa, Big Youth, Run DMC, Scorpio, and Via Afrika couldn't be too good, I decided to buy it anyway. The opening line of the opening song pretty much summed up the album, "We're rockers and rappers united and strong." Rappers and rockers they are, with too much of the former to suit my taste. Fortunately, the rockers took firm control of the first song entitled "Sun City." This is a hard rocking pseudo-pop song using "We are the World" techniques 40 include some thirty different artists. The song included terrific sax work by Clarence Clemons and some great trumpeting by , the incredible Miles Davis.

.

The lyrics are angry with the U.S. approach to South Africa. "Our government tells us we are doing all we can/Constructive engagement is Ronald Reagan's planlMeanwhile people are dying and giving up hope/This quiet diplomacy ain't nothing but a joke." This is a great song cornbining great protest lyrics, a driving beat and Davis' trumpet, The next song, entitled "No More Apartheid," begins with

some tribal-like chanting and keening accompanied by drums and guitar. Strange. About the only words you can distinguish among the controlled chaos is "No more apartheid:" Strangely, this song is not boring but fascinating in its use of the voice as just another instrument, not attempting to convey many words (I hope). Guitar work contributed by Townshend helps considerably. "Revolutionary Situation," the next song, is the victory of the funk artists. It is done in the style of "19" by Paul Hardcastle, with the song composed of news recordings of such prominent figures as Botha, Reagan, and manv African leaders whose -voices I didn't recognize. The album's credits for the song describe the song well. It was compiled and edited, rather than sung, by Keith LeBlanc and the New Direction. The second side of the album begins with a remix of "Sun City" -the first song on the record. This is about the same as the first with the addition of some great

Fables from the Dinner and the Faller;r Dream

,.

,

nn fro S mrnge you s~,...lay. Bitter tear, in fall end, Car door slams, OH ! look how happy I the sweat of lavers What a fool. image, it is be tter that I don 't. Common 8 Drin king, ana nrm n 'her 77ze befroom. Don't fear the cold it soothes the bums. .. stale air cig smoke, weed - . Take a toke Con trolled hell. -4sk to follow? I try to lose, a winning game Society is the name Look! no you LOOK! - ' eel, stop emotions roo panfil

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-David Miller

see SUN CITY, p. 9

student life

c r a z e d experience

find exams bv David Miller 'Tis the week before exams and all Helter Skelter was about. The time is here for those wonderful semester exams. One should take a look at what IHers are doing to get by this trying time. Looking around at students, we have many approaches to studying, cramming, jamming, and assorted "-ing" words. First, the weekend before, well, seeing that most of us attempt to study and noting that Friday and Saturday night are the most tempting times, I will let you draw your own conclusions. One must assume IHers simply "party". The "party" scene may seem to be interfering with studying but is maybe a good pressure release -- unless one still feels it in the morning. Now that the parties are gone: T. V.; ah yes, football. Who is going to miss people slamming their heads together to

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move a ~igskinur, and down the field? Of course, many of us students watch other great shows such as reruns of classics Like Hawaii Five-0 and the Munsters, plus the best of all: Star Trek! Thank God for the telephone! What would one do after banging Their heads in books? Call a friend to explain how bored, tried, ticked off one is. I for one could talk an easy six hours a day on the phone. It seems one would never study at this rate. Hey, do not forget food breaks! This occurs when one studies for f5fteen minutes and then realizes, "God, this is boring .FOOD BREAK!!!" After the parties, the T.V., the phone, and FOOD, now comes the parents to remind you how much You have not studied. So, into a fun-filled fight with your parents on how much one is studying and "leave my life to me!" A

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The fight tends to leave one with the impression, "Hell, I want out of here." Call a friend. Cruising is an art. One tries to make a boring time at least amusing. One, hopefully, comes home, eats dinner Sunday night and then realizes that all the excitement has made Johnny tired. Surprise: it's Monday. Now teachers cram to get all those B. S. Tests (Basic Skills) and C - h a ~ t -e r tests done that they didn't get in during the rest of the half-year. Soon it is Friday at 2:35. There is a God. -1-

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r provides 'one on one experience' by Markno Fernandez You might ask, "What is so special about room 218?" No, it's no+ like the infamous room 101 in Orwell's 1984. Unlike room 101, torture is prevented, more specifically the torture of writing; room 218 houses the new Indian Hill Writing Ceqter. One of only three in the nat~on, the center is a pilot program aiding students in all types of writing. The idea of establishing writing centers is not new; many have been in existence at various colleges, including most of the Ivy League schools. English teacher and founder Mrs. Elizabeth Ackley first encountered the idea at the National Council of Teachers of English Convention (NCTE) in the fall of 1984. Undoubtedly realizing the success of the program in the college level, she enthusiastically proceeded to bring the idea to the middle and high school level. After gaining administration approval, Ackley proceeded to set up the Center, which commenced operation a couple of weeks into the school year. The Center not only provides help in all areas of writing but gives it to those with all levels of experiences, in all stages of the writing process, and all times of the day. The Writing Center is staffed by at least two tutors every period, and Tuesdays and Thursdays after school as well.

Amy Kleinman - Get up at six, because the telephone tree doesn't call me until I'm already in the shower.

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Kelly Mabry - Sleep in all day and go sled-riding.

photo by Mariano Fernandez

Tutor Davis Griffin (left) helps students such as Diana Greiner overcome difficulties in writing. Tutors help students in the cultles of wnting, the motive initial stages of writing (pre- being that one needs to write writing) during which the tutor in order to be able to "teach" leads the student to discover it. what he is trying to say. Tutors Through the semester the tualso help in revising the paper, tors also continue reading and although Ackley feels that they writing; a journal must be turned may be most effective in the pre- in. Several books have been writing stage. read by the tutors on writing and The Center is especially sui- how to teach it. Most imported for writers who wish to tantly, Ackley points out, the develop a more effective work. tutors have been trained to Help has been given in areas from "listen to what you say." English class assignments to citiThe "one-on-one" experience zenshi~ Papers* The Writing afforded by the tutors who need Center will also help in any kind not worry about twenty-five of writing, even poetry. Most other pupils as in the traditional importantly, the Center does classroom setting is valuable; not function to give remedial Ackley attributes the success of help. It is for anyone who using students to the tendency for wants to improve his writing. E- "kids [to] listen more to kids ven expert writers will find the than to teachers." feed-back provided by the tutors' So what is a typical session reactions extremely valuable in like? A student may simply use better communication. his study hall; the attendance Although the idea of estabprocedure is like that of the lishing a writing center that is library. The student beg~nsby open every period is most un- reading what he has written. The usual, the Center's most distinc- tutor avoids holding the paper, tive quality is its all-student staff. stressing that the student has conMrs. Ackley and fellow teacher trol over his paper. A tutor will Mrs. Jean Morgan "handpicked" never tell a student that he should these tutors last year. The tutors do this or do that. No one will then went to training sessions ever correct a paper. several weeks before school starIn reading a paper the tutor ted. The atmosphere was that of will respond to it. He might say a workshop where the tutors that he liked the idea in the themselves improved their writing beginning but he felt something and learned firsthand the diffi- was missing. Or he might say

on the spot Students kick b a c k w h e n it s n o w s Dave Buck - Have Alex the If You had a snow day, what would you do?

Stroh's Dog fetch me a cold one.

Brian Romine - Pretend it was a Friday and .

Jeff B"sch

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Year again.

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Ring in the New

that something confused him. This reader's opinion will help the student see what he needs to improve until he arrives at "writing that works." Sometimes the tutor will follow up with questions to lead the student to the solution. Ackley stressed that tutors will lead a student to "what he really wants to say and how he really wants to say it." In a classroom setting the teacher is sometimes in hearing what he thinks and the student spews back what he thinks the teacher wants to hear. At the Writing Center the student is in charge of the direction he wants to pursue. Not surprisingly, the administration has declared the Center a success. Over one hundred students have used the Center. Mrs. Ackley is also to report her findings when she leads an NCTE workshop on writing centers. As a part of her presentations, she will be making videotapes during second semester of tutors and students. The Center's success has secured approval for next year's Center, and tutors are needed for next year. Mrs. Ackley feels that a tutor must "care for writing, have an ear for writing, and care for helping other people." If anyone is interested, they should contact their English teacher; about forty tutors will be chosen with Mrs. Ackley having the final say.

Babak Kadivar to Geddy Lee.

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I would listen

Mr. Gellert - I'd sleep in. Tad Pape - Get in the Subaru, plow the roads, and pray for school to open.

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senior sketch

Foot operation doesn 't stymie Kelly's by Davis Griffin Christmas break brought most of us a wide array of gifts. Foot reconstruction is perhaps Kelly Mabry's most memorable. Hobbling around on crutches and what she calls "ugly wooden shoes," however, has not dampened her good cheer. In fact, the ordeal at Good Samaritan Hospital had its good points. "I vaguely remember getting doped up," recalls Kelly,"and this guy talked to me for a half an hour about flying to Florida. I pictured him flapping his arms. It was weird." The negative aspects of the surgery, involving the moving of tendons, was well, pain. "I remember waking up and screaming." The doctors then put Kelly on pain pills causing her to behave sillier than normal and sleep continuously. Perhaps the highlight of her hospital stay was New Year's Eve. A few distinguished members of the senior class sporting a multitude of aluminum cylinders rang in the New Year, after visiting hours, causing an innocent nurse to "flip out.''

senior sketch

The activity that will suffer most from the surgery for Kelly will be downhill skiing. Kelly uses the sport as an outlet for surplus energy, but unfortunately will not be able to ski until the spring. Prior to surgery, however, she got some time in on the slopes of Steamboat. While on a steep do\ thill slope some hung over ~kier ran over ,the backs of Kelly's skis causing her to slide down the entire hill and scream hysterically in the traditional Mabry manner. "Luckily some old man fell on me so I would stop," chuckled Kelly with a grin. During the warm summer months Kelly projects her good cheer and silly behavior onto the patrons of Kings Island as the Raggedy Ann balloon girl. Distributing the helium-filled balloons can be a lifting experience. Despite remarks inquiring if she is pregnant and why she wears pajamas to work, Kelly says, "I'm going back, I loved it." In school, Kelly mainly involves herself with band and

Legend. Surprising as it may seem, Kelly can play the flute. "I'm almost at the end, the bad end." On Legend Kelly is Student L i e editor, laying out the pages to Senior ~ r e S k , Prom, etc. Even though Kelly comes across as a little, well let's just say bubbly, she is a very bright

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orange socks, George "is what he is." He comments on his dress, "If I'm in a good mood, I dress like a troll. If I'm in a bad mood, I dress even wor~c." Even if George's apathy does not cause him to be the greatest

photo by Mariano Fernandez

part of scholastic excellence, he still has always managed to find contentment on the weekends. Perhaps Saturday morning intramural basketball is part of George's weekend happiness. Despite a miserable record and a

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Well, gee, George, why do have this type of attitude? Why are you this way? "I just am," he replies simply. Perhaps there is no better explanation for George. From his untucked shirt to his

and talented girl. She will easily make it through the ups and downs of college life at either Wake Forest or Notre Dame. Kelly's first choice is Wake Forest in the warm and beautiful southern state, North Carolina. "I hate cold," says Kelly, "I might even apply to some college in Florida."

Bubbly Kelly still hasn't managed to distinguish her orthopaedic boots from her ski boots.

laid back George 'iswhat he is'

by Tom Taylor Seniors involved in morning option are more than likely familiar with the antics of George Heynen. As the final seconds count down towards tardiness, George can be seen scurrying through the high school parking lot from his nearby home. Halfasleep, and sporting messed-up, frozen hair, he can be heard asking the question, "Are we late?" That scene is only part of what exemplifies George's "I don't give a ----" attitude; an attitude that is shared by many seniors. Even at this moment, it's 10:OO at night and George still has not begun working on an English paper that is due tomorrow. George claims, "I guess I'll do it tomorrow morning before school, well maybe in Chem. Sem., uh,

h umor

photo by Mariano Fernandez

George is another senior sketchee deeply devoted to the fabulous Phil.

team that is plagued by mysteriousheada~he~,~e~rgeenj~~~the activity very much. He comments, "We've only won three game in the last two years." Having explained that no one on the team possesses combed hair nor has had any sleep in the 48 hours preceeding the game, George says, "It's a miracle that we ever manage t o play basketball. Thank God for subs." George has also participated in Peer Counseling for the last two years. He enjoys the entire program, but the retreats are undoubtedly the high point of the program for George. "Just stay up all night in other peoples' rooms," George comments. "It's pretty rough missing those days of school." During the last retreat, George was the unfortunate victim of a childish prank, performed by a couple of his peers. As he was innocently exiting the retreat center, a slimy prophylactic, unbeknownst to him, was dangling conspicuously from the suitcase which he carried over his shoul-

see GEORGE, p. 8

CHIEFTAIN

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Darre to star in by Jay Fitton

Once again this year, sophomore John Darre has the lead in Pow Wow. In this year's Pow Wow, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Darre plays Finch, a character he describes as a "great guy who is crafty but well-liked." Finch rises from a job as a window washer t o the head of a large corporation. According to Daxre, this is a much bigger and much more difficult tole than his role last year in The Boypiend. Dane likes the satire in How to Succeed, and he thinks everyone else will, also. Darre really enjoys the new cast; he thinks the freshmen are great. But it is much different

POW

Wow, again

this year without last year s seniors since. as he puts it, year I was so naive and the seniors really helped to make performing fun. Due to this, I feel more comfortable this year even when I'm on my own." Contrary to what one might think, Daxre only really became interested in singing last year, although he has played the piano for several years. D a r e says he was very surprised when he got the lead role because he didn't even try out for that part. Now, though, Darre is very interested in music, and when asked if he might pursue a career in music, answered, "It's a thought rve dreamed about but really don't expect to happen." Since Darre did such a great

job last year on --mo kiss" with Missy Millimn, he gets t o try it

January 15,1986 IOUtimes: thisyuss&ohor wifh co-stars Lisa Nabols and Allison Morris.

a pertinent way to execute some of [Kiwanis] International's goals. Also, the kids down there were great, and very lucky to have such a good community facility." Students participating in the proiect were Jones, juniors Rob Seal, Amy Wiedemer, and Laura Plummer, sophomores Tara Williams and Elissa Geier. The club's second project, scheduled for the afternoon and organized by senior vice-president Jeff Currier, was a trip to the Scarlet Oaks Retirement Community. A time-tested project for the club, "it was a really worthwhile experience working with the older people," said junior Scott Schricker. He and other club members Wiedemer, Helen Hwang, Emily Ruff, Mariano Fernandez, Susan Appel, and Currier, played card games with the residents of the home.

TRAVEL, from p. 2 and be sure to eat in the cafeteria. This is a good time to meet with the professors and staff. You wouldn't buy a car without driving it, so don't choose a college without visiting the campus. EVALUATE carefully all the information you have collected. Compile a list of positives and negatives and go over that list with your parents, friends, and counselor. LIST the top four colleges in which you are interested and apply early for admission,

financial aid, and scholarships. Some colleges are very select and just because you want to attend there doesn't mean you will be accepted. Your years of college will be among the most enjoyable and exciting in your life. Make every effort to insure that you pick the right college for you. Sincerely, Joanna Sawyer Transylvania University

disc review

photo courtesy of Legend

John Darre and Missy Milligan in last year's Pow Wow, The Boyfiend.

Smith out1 ines curriculum f a i r by Alissa Raleigh Two preliminary events in the TH course selection process are coming this month in preparation for the course selection due date - February 10. The program review this year will be held January 23 at 7:30 P. M. This is an invitation to all parents to become acquainted with the range of courses and available resources that will be offered in the 1986-1987 school year. The number one purpose of this review is to familiarize parents with the IH curriculum so that they may better help their children in selecting courses. Parents will have the opportunity to ask administrators, counselors, and teachers any questions, comment on the academic program, and give and get advice. The next day (the 24th of January) the students themselves will get their opportunity t o reintroduce themselves with IH's offerings at the Curriculum Fair from 7:35 to 9 A. M. (with shortened classes following).

Vice Principal Mrs. Sharon Smith stresses, "Students will want to attend it's the perfect chance to talk to teachers about the classes that they are interested in." Smith further cautions that "a staff is hired, materials are ordered, and arrangements are made , . It's imperative that the students are certain that the classes they choose are the ones they'll be satisfied with. We provide the fair and expect it t o be taken advantage of. When a student selects a course he has made a commitment and we expect that students will honor it we can't have everyone changing schedules every August." Mrs. Smith gives some hints on how to benefit the most. "Ask what the course requires: what books, homework, fees and obligations. Also, this may be interested in which courses are conducive to a college career." Thus students are expected to conduct a thorough search in preparing their schedules, which do require a parental signature, when they submit them.

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Artists unite against apartheid on 'Sun City' cut

Key C l u b has active break by Robert Seal The Indian Hill Key Club finished the old year with two very successful community service projects on Saturday, December 21. The first, beginning early Saturday morning, was a visit to the Finley Street Community Center. The new project idea for the club originated from planning by senior member Amy Jones, whose church is affiliated Indian Hill with the center. students helped workers at the center dispense new toys, games, and puzzles to that area's youth who participated in the center's acitivities. Junior Alissa Raleigh, Key Club's secretary, was very pleased with the outcome of the new project. "The club's international theme this year is 'Youth Serving Youth' and I'm delighted that we've found such

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CHIEFTAIN

January 15,1986

by James Anderson Benefits abound in recording studios and on stage: Live Aid, Band-aid, Farm Aid, We are the World, and now Sun Cia, the latest benefit album, from Artists United Against Apartheid. Not knowing what to expect, but figuring that anything with Bono, Jackson Browne, Bob Dylan, Peter Gabriel, Bob Geldof, Bruce Springsteen, Pete Townshend, and Peter Wolf couldn't be too bad and anything with groups like AFRIKA Bam Baataa, Big Youth, Run DMC, Scorpio, and Via Afrika couldn't be too good, I decided to buy it anyway. The opening line of the opening song pretty much summed up the album, "We're rockers and rappers united and strong." Rappers and rockers they are, with too much of the former to suit my taste. Fortunately, the rockers took firm control of the first song entitled "Sun City." This is a hard rocking pseudo-pop song using "We are the World" techniques 40 include some thirty different artists. The song included terrific sax work by Clarence Clemons and some great trumpeting by , the incredible Miles Davis.

.

The lyrics are angry with the U.S. approach to South Africa. "Our government tells us we are doing all we can/Constructive engagement is Ronald Reagan's planlMeanwhile people are dying and giving up hope/This quiet diplomacy ain't nothing but a joke." This is a great song cornbining great protest lyrics, a driving beat and Davis' trumpet, The next song, entitled "No More Apartheid," begins with

some tribal-like chanting and keening accompanied by drums and guitar. Strange. About the only words you can distinguish among the controlled chaos is "No more apartheid:" Strangely, this song is not boring but fascinating in its use of the voice as just another instrument, not attempting to convey many words (I hope). Guitar work contributed by Townshend helps considerably. "Revolutionary Situation," the next song, is the victory of the funk artists. It is done in the style of "19" by Paul Hardcastle, with the song composed of news recordings of such prominent figures as Botha, Reagan, and manv African leaders whose -voices I didn't recognize. The album's credits for the song describe the song well. It was compiled and edited, rather than sung, by Keith LeBlanc and the New Direction. The second side of the album begins with a remix of "Sun City" -the first song on the record. This is about the same as the first with the addition of some great

Fables from the Dinner and the Faller;r Dream

,.

,

nn fro S mrnge you s~,...lay. Bitter tear, in fall end, Car door slams, OH ! look how happy I the sweat of lavers What a fool. image, it is be tter that I don 't. Common 8 Drin king, ana nrm n 'her 77ze befroom. Don't fear the cold it soothes the bums. .. stale air cig smoke, weed - . Take a toke Con trolled hell. -4sk to follow? I try to lose, a winning game Society is the name Look! no you LOOK! - ' eel, stop emotions roo panfil

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-David Miller

see SUN CITY, p. 9

student life

c r a z e d experience

find exams bv David Miller 'Tis the week before exams and all Helter Skelter was about. The time is here for those wonderful semester exams. One should take a look at what IHers are doing to get by this trying time. Looking around at students, we have many approaches to studying, cramming, jamming, and assorted "-ing" words. First, the weekend before, well, seeing that most of us attempt to study and noting that Friday and Saturday night are the most tempting times, I will let you draw your own conclusions. One must assume IHers simply "party". The "party" scene may seem to be interfering with studying but is maybe a good pressure release -- unless one still feels it in the morning. Now that the parties are gone: T. V.; ah yes, football. Who is going to miss people slamming their heads together to

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move a ~igskinur, and down the field? Of course, many of us students watch other great shows such as reruns of classics Like Hawaii Five-0 and the Munsters, plus the best of all: Star Trek! Thank God for the telephone! What would one do after banging Their heads in books? Call a friend to explain how bored, tried, ticked off one is. I for one could talk an easy six hours a day on the phone. It seems one would never study at this rate. Hey, do not forget food breaks! This occurs when one studies for f5fteen minutes and then realizes, "God, this is boring .FOOD BREAK!!!" After the parties, the T.V., the phone, and FOOD, now comes the parents to remind you how much You have not studied. So, into a fun-filled fight with your parents on how much one is studying and "leave my life to me!" A

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The fight tends to leave one with the impression, "Hell, I want out of here." Call a friend. Cruising is an art. One tries to make a boring time at least amusing. One, hopefully, comes home, eats dinner Sunday night and then realizes that all the excitement has made Johnny tired. Surprise: it's Monday. Now teachers cram to get all those B. S. Tests (Basic Skills) and C - h a ~ t -e r tests done that they didn't get in during the rest of the half-year. Soon it is Friday at 2:35. There is a God. -1-

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January 15,1986

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student opmion -

movie review

Modern family life challenged in 'Life time ' by Robert Seal Twice in a Lifetime is certainly a film to be seen more than once by thoughtful holiday audiences. It is sure to be lavishly lauded when the Oscars are announced, for it is a movie that demands careful, contemplative viewing from its audiences. The ideas about American society to be found in Lifetime are the cornerstones of its critical as well as popular success. Once again, a film executive of lofty position has deemed that the intrinsic values holding the American family together should be examined. Sound dull? Well, in Lifetime a host of talented actors are brought together to bring a group session in societal analysis alive. The story itself is relatively simple. Harry MacKenzie (Gene Hackman), a steel mill worker living in a working-class suburb of Seattle, decides to have a little fling with the new barmaid (AnnMargret) at the local pub. However, he has just turned fifty, is the "proud papa" of four, proud grandpapa of two, and beloved "one o' the boys" of just about everybody in town, including Kate (Ellen Burstyn), his wife of thirty years.

Well, Harry finds that having a fling isn't as easy as it used to be. Seemingly, he only wants to have a little fun on the side. He tells Kate that his extra-marital opportunity doesn't matter while telling Audrey the barmaid that he loves her. "It's been a long time since I didn't know what a day had in store for me," he admits on one of their daytime dates; he works nights at the mill to bring in extra dough. Harry's once "boring" life then becomes the focal point of the film, as his family and the rest of the town find out about his "tomcatting." One is almost led to believe that Harry could have pulled off his dual existence if not for his irate daughter Sunny (Amy Madigan). In one magnificent scene, she drags her mother and small daughter into the local pub to bring Harry home, for he's right there with Audrey, innocently "having a few drinks." Madigan's portrayal rips the rosecolored glasses away from the viewer with shocking intensity as she drags the family's burden onto herself. Soon thereafter, Harry discards his life of beer, friends, family, and Seattle Seahawks. But not quite, for he

G e o r g e contends w i t h 'foreign o b i e c t ' GEORGE, from p. 6 der. Upon discovery by George, the situation became hilariouswell, you had to be there, hmm, enough said here. In the spring, besides being a bum, George also enjoys track. Coming from a family that was made to run distance, George endeavors in such events as the mile run, the 3200 meter relay, and the high jump. He comments, "Running track does have its advantages because it seems that most good-looking girls run track. That does help to incite me to run." Last season, however, was somewhat of a disappointment for him. His season was mined when he tore a muscle in his leg. He states, "I would have had a promising season if it wasn't tor the torn muscle." As for his family life, some of you may remember George's cousin Holly Richardson, who

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stayed with the Heynens' as part of the AFS program. Referred to as "foreign object" or "illegal alien" by George, he comments, "She's not really that bad. I used to make fun of the music she listened to. It's funny now because I listen to some of the same music now. But then again, I got her hooked on some of the music I listen to." At the current time, George's father is spending his weeks in Greenwich, Connecticut because of a job transfer. The rest of George's family is waiting for George to graduate from Indian Hill before moving to Greenwich with his father. Until then, his father returns to Indian Hill every weekend possible. George comments, "I'm used to it because he was always gone on business trips when he did live here. After this year, however, things will be back to normal again." Finally, George would like the fact to be known that he is a de-

goes downtown to live with Audrey, explaining to his understandably shattered wife that he wants to (re)live life to the limit with a woman who, he stresses, "thinks younger ." The rest of the film candidly follows the separated MacKenzie parents as they go their different ways. Kate eventually composes herself with the critical aid of her family, and, incidentally, Harry's best friend Nick (Brian Dennehy), a coworker at the mill.

Harry "carries on" nicely with Andrey for ten months, but is bothered by a nagging feeling of loss; he misses his kids. A new development, the impending marriage of his youngest daughter, Helen (Ally Sheedy) brings the reality home to Harry. He will miss his own daughter's voutfanofPhilCollins. Georgcis presently anxiously awaiting the debut of the Collins/~enesis album that is expected to come out this spring. He claims that he now has all of the albums by Genesis and Collins. "Of about 50 tapes I have, about 25 relate to

wedding. Not to fear, claims Helen; we won't make the same mistakes you did. The tension is palatable as Harry and fiis family watch Helen perpetuate the institution of marriage. All hope for the best ... Obviously, the story lost its simplicity-and its playful innocence. The viewer watches a typical and distinctly American family torn apart and then sewn together again. But not quite, for Helen's marriage hasn't worked to bring her father home. Or has it? The climax of this monumental film occurs in the very last scene, after the wedding, on the steps of the family church. Wow! That's symbolism to fill any sociologist's yearly calendar. Twenty years ago, Hackman would have predictably rejoined his family, paying symbolic homage to the strengths of the symbiotic institutions of marriage and family. Coupled with the last bars of a Pat Metheny soundtrack, the rest of Twice in a Lifetime is romantic filmmaking and progressive thinking of unsurpassed poignancy. At last, a movie with a midlife crisis that doesn't end with a whimper.

phil~olfins." Describingthelast Collins' concert he saw, George simply says, "Words can't descibe it." And for George's sake, let us all hope that the Collinsl~enesis revival means another tour by the group.

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Ladies, d o n ' t miss Adonis Bogarts Fair Weather - January 16 - Lightning from the sky. Peter Adonis Fantasy Show January 18 - A swingin' good time for you ladies. Clear Light - January 22 - Shaded darkness. Dave Mason - January 23 - No relation to Brad. Asleep at the Wheel - January 28 Wake up. The Romantics - January 29 They talk about you in their sleep. Edgar Winter - January 30 Free riding!

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Students should serve Student Service Center by Kevin Walzer Have you looked at the Student Service Center lately? Take a look. Although from a distance it appears whole and stable, it's not right. Examine it closely. What do you see? The edges chipped, large pieces of wood paneling coming off, ink stains all over certain portions of the carpet that lines the seats? That's what you should turn up. If not, look again. The SSC has been a fixture at Indian Hill since 1981, when graduate Michael Ilyinski dedica-. ted it as the home of the thenfledgling Peer Counseling program. Although it continues to be used by the Peer Counselors, it has also come to be a gathering area of the student body as a whole. In that time, it has stood up remarkably well, experiencing only minor wear (a true accomplishment, considering that 700

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or more teenagers have congregated there daily for more than five years). Some wear and tear, naturally, is to be expected. One must question, though, the more recent damage that has been inflicted on the SSC. Of late, the area seems to have been the victim of great carelessness or even vandalism; writing on the carpets and wood paneling falling off in several places cannot be attributed solely to wear and tear. The request here is going to be short and sweet: please exercise greater care in using the SSC, and if you have by chance removed a few pieces of paneling recently, please stop. Ilyinski's gift has enjoyed greater success than perhaps even he could have imagined; the hope here is that such success will continue.

Custodian Joe Fitzwater replaces paneling on the SSC.

Seniors unanirnousIy oppose June ~ X ~ + I S to the exams, if one could be ing such alternatives. by Kevin Walzer Seniors were also given the In a Chieftain poll of 45 worked out; last year's seniors seniors on the new second avoided June exams by establish- option to suggest alternatives semester exam policy, 100% of those surveyed indicated their disapproval of the administrative decision. The poll, given last week in 1. Were you aware of the administration's plan two Government classes, showto have seniors take second semester exams? ed mixed senior opinions on the policy otherwise; however, to a 67% yes person, the seniors do not want June exams. The new policy, outlined in 2. Do you feel it is reasonable for seniors to the December 20, 1985 issue take June exams, since they can no longer of Chieftain, states that seniors will have to take second semester be dismissed early? exams in classes that would normally have them; English, math, 0% yes government, foriegn language, science, psychology, and business. AP courses, because they , 3. What is your view on the potential exemphave exams in May, will not tion from an exam (if you earn a fourthterminate i n June exams. Ths administration, though, quarter "B" in a course, you will not have has offered an incentive to an exam in that class) ? seniors to be exem~ted from the tests; if a student earns a 44% it's fair 37% it's unfair 19%don't know "B" or better fourth quarter in a class that will have an exam, he or she will not have to take 4. Would you be in favor of an alternative to the test. exams if one could be w6ked out? Seniors were quite divided on the exemption policy; whiie 44% $aid they felt the policy 88% yes was fair, 37% voiced disagreement wit@it. 19%were unsure. 88% of the seniors said that they would favor an alternative

to exams, and their responses most typically said that having seniors do volunteer work, which was one of last year's alternative activities, would be a viable option.

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Three weeks ago, in spite of the fact that it was the gotiators' liking; we are inclined to say that it proholiday season , the atmosphere that hung over the bably had the Board team's approval, as well. Both Indian Hill school district was gloomy. Three pages sides, in the past, have rejected proposals made by of coverage of salary negotiations between the Board the other group. of Education and Classroom Teachers Association in We will say no more except to congratulate both Chieftain showed the perilously low teacher morale, sides on finally coming to terms, and to breathe a and mounting community concern. Things did not heavy sigh of relief. After two years, a nightmare is over. The teachers have a contract again. look good. Imagine, then, the surprise, happiness, and relief that greeted the faculty when they found a message letter to the editor on January 6 from CTA President Robert Terwillegar - saving; . - that a tentative settlement had been seriously want to acquire a qualDear editors: reached over Winter Break. ity education that will start you After two uncertain years, it Yes, a on your way tow~ardsa successThrough my years as an adful career? amears certain that in a Very short time the faculty missions director, I have detecREAD all the information that ted that high school students are will have a new contract. is available about the colleges in considerably more sophisticated ~ ~of the~contract ~ have i not lyet been ~ released, upon graduation than their counwhich you are interested. You will be amazed at the amount of but it is very safe to say that it was to the CTA ne- terparts from earlier years. That ..

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sophistication is important beDrocess of selectingcause the - --- .the right college has become considerably more complicated. Every college is special in its own way. Deciding which college will best meet your career goals can be a time consuming process. HOWever,, it can be a fun and worthwhile experience, particularly by using my LLTRAVEL,. method. NO, I am not suggesting YOU travel far and wide across this country visiting every available college CamDus. MJI "TRAVEL" method staids for -six steps that have been proved effective through the years as an aid in choosing the right college for you. TRAVEL stands for Think, Read. ~ ~ Visit, k . Evaluate, and -

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Probably the greatest thing on most students' minds right - now is this week's first semester exams. H ~ for seniors, ~ ~ group ~ of~ exams~ is taking priority ; second semester exams. For the first time ever, IH seniors will have to take exams in June. The second semester plan, several months in the making and announced last month, has a tempting catch, though ; if a student earns a fourth quarter "B" in a course that will have an exam, he or she will not have to take the test. Seniors are about the plan, for the class of '86 is the first graduating class t o have to take final exams; for years, seniors were dismissed a week before graduationstate law changed that, forcing seniors to stay in school until commencement. It is difficult to say much about the Jvne exam policy for seniors, as it already appears t o be firmly in place. However, we are pleased that the administration is giving seniors an opportunity not to take exams through the fourth quarter "B" exemption; aside from an ingenious administrative ploy to fight "senioritis"y the exemption affords seniors the chance not t o sit through exams that most of them will have no need to do well on. We hope that the exemption plan proves successful, for it would be highly embarrassing for the adminihtration if the seniors, having set their plans for the fall with college or employment, were to barely scrape through the tests to get their "D" - standing for "diploma". 7

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Thrilling music integral in Gaudio's life by Robert Seal Mr. Joe Gaudio is certainly a music educator that can respond to a student's questions. His interview for this column began with simple questions regarding his initial attraction to the worlds of music and teaching, jazz and IH styles, respectively, and en. ded with my greater understanding of jazz music, its history, and many of its famous names. Quite a man, indeed. Known affectionately as "Dad" or, more obscurely, "Bird Legs," Gaudio is one of the music department's star instructors and a decidedly popular person with enamored band members. One could naturally assume that he was bred, groomed especially for teaching, but not so; he began at age 30. After teaching at West Clermont and Colerain, Gaudio decided in 1972 that he really wanted to teach with an old friend, Mr. Steve Strider. With a ruefully pragmatic grin he related, "I thought Indian Hill would always pay pretty well." He continued, "I've learned more about teaching from Mr. Strider than anyone else." Aside from education, Gaudio also maintains a thriving career as a professional musician, primarily playing tenor saxophone with the Blue Wisp Big Band. It all began in 1944 when he acquired his first instrument, a Cavalier metal clarinet. "It was a lousy horn," he joked. "I think it cost about 43 dollars." Like many maturing instrumentalists, he managed t o discard an old "student horn" for a better model upon entering high school. "I bought a wood clarinet in the ninth grade and played it in the concert band. I played tenor sax in the stage band, too." Blooming into a fine musician, Gaudio decided to leave his home in western Pennsylvania and study music performance in Cincinnati at the Conservatory of Music, later merged with the University of Cincinnati to become CCM. "I was part of the 'get rid of the administrator' movement,'' he recalls with a smile. Many of his teachers were involved, naturally attracting the partisan passions of Gaudio's Italian heart. He is now among a select group of teachers

comprising the CTA Executive Board. Gaudio realized early that "if you have musical ability, you only have to apply yourself." He listened to the music of some of the early innovators in jazz. "like many kids, 1 listened to Benny Goodman and Stan Kenton, but I found that the black musicians like [saxophonists] Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and [trumpeter] Louis Armstrong influznced my playing more," he said. "Even back in the '2OYs,guys like Armstrong really were jazz." In college, Gaudio majored in clarinet performance, but "woodshedded," or practiced, the saxophone like many of the clarinet majors in his classes. "They didn't let you do that back then" he smiled. "Bebop wasn't very popular, and we had to hide from the teachers to play it." Upon graduation, Gaudio enlisted in the Army for a "threeyear hitch" rather than try to find an orchestral position on clarinet. He auditioned for positions in the Army's Field Band, a group made famous as the "Million Dollar Band" by its tours abroad. Regrettably, "They became very austere after I joined and stopped touring Europe. We only went to places like Canada and Mexico." After completing his military obligation, Gaudio decided, for practical reasons, to get a degree in music education. He began teaching in the early '60's and now finds himself in his second year as assistant band director in the high school. However, his many years of teaching the beginning instrumental band program in the elementary school encompasses the musical careers of many of his present students. He tries to express his love of music to his students, explaining, "Some of the more thrilling events in my life come from playing." He feels that music is one of the strongest forces in society today, having "the most impact except possibly from some writing [and] when they're put together, they're [even stronger] ." He points to the large social factor of music today as very important in a young' person's development. As an artist, Gaudio is wellestablished in Cincinnati's jazz

community. His improvisational solos are on several albums cut by the Blue Wisp Big Band. "1'd rather play music now than hear it, ...but I do have a good [sound] system in my car, where I do most of my' listening." Over the holidays, he "sat in'' with a lot of local groups, something he enjoys immensely. But, he admits with a grin, "I'm lazier than I've ever been I'm getting more laid back." Perhaps this is due to a more peaceful home atmosphere, for his three children are grown, with only one remaining at home while U.C. and Xavier in college. basketball games as well as reading and "napping" seem to take

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SUN CITY, from p. 7 guitar work by Tonwshend and Stanley "Let Jordan. Me See Your I.D." is really the victory of the rappers over both the rockers and the funk artists. As in all raps the lyrics are paramount and the song includes some classic lines: "My grandmother used to say if you don't stand for something you'll go for anything/ItYs like somebody in the Bronx trying to describe the Bronx as not a part of New York." I normally don't like rap songs but this one was interesting if only for the lyrics. The last song on the record and the second to last on the tape, "The Struggle Continues", is undoubtedly one of the more bizarre songs I have ever heard. A heavily reverbed trumpet starts out playing strange semi-melodious noises as the background of a simple three-note bass lick endlessly repeated. As the piece de-

up more and more of this busy man's free time nowadays. "I enjoy a good mystery-science fiction, too," he says thoughtfully. "I used to read more nonfiction, but I'm not looking for answers as much any more." He added, "Music ranks up there with finding my wife and having kids-it's one of the joys of my life." Joe Gaudio sounds suspiciously like a happy man. Near the end of his interview, he leaned forward in his chair and said mischievously, with a look over his shoulder at Mr. Strider's office, "I'd really like to play a neighborhood bar. Just to play the music...with a quartet."

velops, the trumpet stops and a guitar comes in interrmittently . After a while that stops and a rambles up and down the scale. This has a definite aura of strangeness. The taped version of the album contains "Silver and Gold," a solo effort by Bono. I have .no idea what the title refers to as most of the words are so badly pronounced by Bono that they are unintelligible. The music itself is good with a slow rhythm and a rough guitar reminiscent of the better days of U2. Too bad Bono had to sing. Sun City is an excellent album. It has the singing of some of the biggest names in rock and roll, a great band, and some bizarre music. Besides, all of the profits gained from the album will be donated to the Africa Fund. Just in case you think, "Not only am I going to buy this album, but I am going to send in money to this Africa fund," its address is: The Africa Fund 198 Broadway New York, NY 10038

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Defense keys strong performance against by Chris Kempczins~i As the basketball Braves reach the halfway point of their season, a 4-6 record is hardly something to gloat over. Critical losses to Mariemont and Madeira foreshadowed prospective failures for the team during the rest of their schedule. However, that has not been the case; the team has attempted what could be called a slight turnaround. In the team's most recent matchup against league rival CAPE, who is ranked fifth in the state, the team showed flashes of brilliance despite losing 54-48. For the first time all season they played with consistency throughout the entire game and were able to work as a unit. An airtight defense shut down the Crusaders' two leading scorers to a mere two points each. The scoring for the Braves was spread around quite well with Erich Metzger leading the team with points- Said junior Bruno Darre, "The reason we

played so well is because we outcoached them. Hammer had gone to two of their games by himself and the team went to watch them against North College Hill which really helped." And if it was any consolation for the team, the Crusader coach admitted at the end of the game that, "you guys (the Braves) should have won ." Another of the Braves' league matches, was against Deer Park. who was totally dominated by Indian Hill. Though at a distinct edge, the Braves used this game as a possible springboard for future successes, and the 74-54 score certainly provided a much needed boost for the team. The boys' next game is against Reading at home tonight. Senior guard Andy Tucker commented that despite Reading's winless league record, "We can't get too overconfident. I think we should win-we have a good chance-but if you get o v e r ~ n f i d e n t ,things can happen. I think we can win,

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Andy Tucker (12), shown here against Mariemont, feels the Braves have a good chance to defeat Reading tonight.

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by Chris Kempczinski With the Bengals' season long over, the Cincinnati football fan no longer has to sit through the lowly Bungles losing to teams like the Oilers, but can instead watch truly one of the great teams of the eighties, the Chicago Bears. Unless you've lived in a shell for the past few months, you at one time or another should have heard of their near perfect season, or the Refrigerator, and the hysteria which his mammoth presence unleashes in the Windy City. Oh sure, when the Bengals went to the Super Bowl in 1981 there was a tremendous amount of hoopla-- remember the Mighty Tiger towel, or the Bengals striped Metro buses?-but 'nothing

y teams like the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys, the football fan, myself included, was lulled t o sleep by an inescapable ,boredom. Teams no longer catered to the fan, but concentrated rinstead on winning, even if it {meant handing the ball off to a fullback three times in a row. Well, no more, we have now

like Chicago. For the city has adopted each player as if he were the boy next door, and hailed him as a hero. Particularly William Perry, a 300 lb. rookie from Clemson who was drafted as a defensive lineman, but in mid-season was converted to a running back. Chicago's fans were delighted to see Perry's fat plunging over the goal line and flattening anything in his way. But is he really all that good? One of his own coaches called him a "wasted draft pick" but I must disagree. Football is meant to be entertaining and if the fan gets so excited about one player, then he's worth it. Unfortunately, that simple assumption had been largely ignored in the past. With the glitz-

emerged into a new age of exciting football, prone to the pass and fancy razzle dazzle passes. So when you see the Bears in the Super Bowl on the 26th, understand that all the hoopla is really not just over the Bears, but also for the dawning of a new and entertaining age of football.

by Kevin Walzer After nearly two years of salary negotiations between the Classroom Teachers Association and the Board of Education, a tentative settlement has been reached. Details of the contract, worked out over Christmas break, have not yet been released. CTA negotiator Mrs. Karen Edgecomb indicated that a formal master contract, required by the April 1984 collective bargaining law, was being written last week. It was

reviewed by the teachers last night, with a vote by them and a review and vote by the Board expected to follow soon. The announcement of the settlement came on January 6 to all the district's faculty. A statement signed by Federal Mediator Earl Leonhardt, said that "tentative agreement has been reached ...on a collective bargaining agreement for the certificated teaching staff." Leonhardt said that the agreement would "be recommended by

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by Susan Appel The Drama Club will be presenting the one-act play The Actor's Nightmare as a student kWVernment forum on Thursday, January 23. The play is the story of a man

(portrayed by junior Charly Schiff) who, in a dream, finds himself on a stage in a play he has neither rehearsed nor even seen before-the quintessential actor's nightmare. This -playwithin-a-play contains references

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Terwillegar expressed his thanks to Edgecomb and "other members of the negotiating team" who worked with Cunningham "studying proposals and making recomendations." Terwillegar also thanked "the community members \vllo came to our support. Their help was not inconsequential."

to many more-famous works, including William Shakespeare's Hamlet, Robert ~ o l t ' s -A Man FOY All Seasons, Samual Beckett's End Game, nand Noel Coward's Private Lives. Other cast members include senior Brian Meyers, juniors Katherine White and Susan Appel, and sophomore Ann Kneipp. ''It's going to be a challenge.

We're trying t_o make it different than it was at Dessert Theaterwe're changing blocking, lights, sound , sets, everything except the cast and lines. It's going to be a great show!" Schiff said. The play is being directed by Mr. Gus Gordon, an IH graduate. Gordon has professionally performed the lead role of m e Actor's Nightmare for the Mariemont Players. He is being assisted by Miss Beth Robinette, also an IH graduate.

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Girls on the road to recovery by Tiffany Meyer The girls' varsity basketball team is on the road to recovery. The week before the Christmas break provided them with two wins. On December 17, they downed Mariemont 66-40. Senior Kristin Mains was the leading scorer and rebounder. Mains has come back to play strong after her injjury. On December 30, the Lady Braves beat Deer Park 55-41. The leading scorer was sophomore Tricia Craig. Coach Steve Thomspon says that the team has "a chance to finish strong on the season." The is hoping for fourteen or fifteen wins.

the principal representative of each party to their respective group for ratification action ...." In a CTA newsletter dated January 6, CTA President Robert Terwillegar noted that the final negotiations, held over winter break, were done solely by Leonhardt and the outside representatives of the Board and CTA-Mr. Wilbur Collins and Mr. Ed CunningTerwilleham, respectively. gar said that "they met several times over the holidays inclu-

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by Kevin Walzer AP Spanish Language teacher Mrs. Lynda Bachman has submitted a letter of resignation to the Board of l;ducation, to take effect at the end of the semester. Bachman said that she is leaving for personal reasons. "I timed it for the end of the semester because of my daughter [seventh grader Shannon Follett ) ; I just wanted to take her out of [the middle school1 without really . disrupting the year for her." Bachman indicated that she

was unsure who would take her place teaching the AP class, in addition to two other Spanish courses. Bachman has taught at Indian Hill for three years. This is her second tenure as an IH Spanish teacher; she also taught at Indian Hill in the early 1970's. She was educated at the University of Bowling Green. During the ten-year interim between stints at lndian Hill, she worked for Xerox and other business companies.