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Hillary celebrates her 50th Editors-in-Chief at Hillary interview by Sushila Dalai The Chicago Historical Society hosted a special interview with Hillary Rodham Clinton on Monday, October 27, for the benefit of student newspapers of the Chicago area. The interview was conducted by Carl S. Anthony, a noted author of biographies of many First Ladies. The interview was open to two student representatives and their sponsor from each school. In attendance were Sushila Dalai and Elizabeth Gibbons, Editors-in-Chief of Southwards, accompanied by Mrs. Deines. Anthony began by asking Mrs. Clinton about her childhood. She explained that she lived in Park Ridge beginning at age four and had always loved the city of Chicago. Her father had worked at the Merchandise Mart and she loved to explore the city and the huge buildings with him. Movie chps were also shown, including Hillary's mother, Mrs. Rodham, talking about her expectations for her daughter as a child and describing how she knew what she wanted and went about achieving it. Former teachers spoke about how conscientiously Hillary had pursued her schoolwork. Mrs. Clinton spoke about her experiences growing up in Park Ridge. She benefited from the community atmosphere, but feels the homogeneity of the town might have been a drawback. However, through the exposure to other people and world views from her youth minister at the First United Methodist Church, she believes that she was able to learn about others ways of life. Mrs. Clinton's involvement and initiative helped bring the world at large to her community. Such activities as baby-sitting for migrant workers' children or volunteering to help verify election results after the 1960 Kennedy election widened her range of experiences and world view. These foundations are what allowed Hillary Rodham Chnton to become an effective and involved First Lady. She has always had an abiding interest in children and feels that because she truly cares about chil-
Maine South gets first glimpse of First Lady by Tim Barounis There was an excitement in the air as Executive One, carrying the First Lady and a few members of her inmiediate family, landed at O'Hare Airport last Monday morning. The crowd was quiet, pensive and waiting breathlessly inside the hanger for the first gUmpse of Mrs. CUnton. She exited the plane and stood proudly
on the platform, smiling enthusiastically as the Maine East and Maine South Marching Bands each played their respective fight songs. She presented herself with poise and confidence. Among the Maine South students who had the oppportunity to greet the First Lady at O'Hare were the Marching Band, Color Guard, Hawkettes and Cheerleaders.
Mr. Andrews with Hillary Clinton dren, she must support all parents in every possible way. Her mother's encouragement to help others helped her to become what she is today. She also conmiented on her interest in international affairs. In her opinion, now that the Cold War is over, the role of the United States should not be to pull out of the countries where a threat to democracy is no longer perceived. Instead, she beUeves that now is the time to encourage the people of struggling democracies. Her visits to nations that are less than popular are very rewarding because she can observe the excitement these people have for the freedom we take for granted. Looking back at the opportunities she has had, it is difficult to keep perspective.. As a
student of Maine South, her current reality was only a dream. The December 22,1964 issue of Southwards contained an article beginning with the Une, "Excuse me, I'm from Time magazine. I'd like to get an interview from you about your high school career. You've has such a famous career and..." As Hillary Rodham listed the activities she had been involved with, how could she have known that her goals would be attained and that these words were strangely prophetic? Mrs. Clinton's concluding statement on October 27 was that all one can do is make the most of their education. That Mrs. Clinton's dreams have come true is not surprising; she has followed her own advice.