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Students To Choose 'II-IZ

Election f o r homecoming qneen finalists this year was closer than in any other election, acx^rding to Jan Harpham, sportsmanship committee chairman. After many * hours spent tallying votes, the five Hnalists were finnaly annotmced. , The finalists are Karen Hcidkamp, Kathy Murphy, Debbie Woxberg, Sue Stoneberg, and Marny Christie.

Marny Christie Like all the other finalists, Marny Christie was shocked to learn she was among the five finalists. " I was happy just being nominated," she said.

During her past three years at South, Marny has been active in Pep Club, Campus Life, V-show, and she was also a cheerleder during her junior year.

Marny's favorite sport is gymnastics, in which she has received numerous awards both inside and outside school. She is also a member of the girls' gymnastic team.

Western Illinois University is Marny's choice for college, where she plans to major in either anthropology or sociocogy. Her plans after college include working with adoption services.

"I've always wanted to work with orphans or become a social worker," Marny explained.

Although she enjoyed her past three years at South, graduation seems to be occupying much of her thoughts. She credited •'meeting new kids" as the best part of her high school years.

Mamy likes this year's homecoming theme and thinks it will make homecoming a lot more enjoyable.

Karen Heidkamp When reviewing Karen Heidkamp's scholastic record, one is amazed to learn that lunch is Karen's favorite subject.

Scholastic achievement has been just one facet of Karen's career here at South. Presently she is vice-president of the National Honor Society, is a National Merit Commendation winner and a history departmental award winner.

When Karen isn't studying, she finds time to participate in Class Council, Girls' Club, and Brotherhood Society. She is also an enthusiastic Senior leader.

She mentioned the Junior and Senior Leader Programs as two of her favorite activities. "Oh, I'm really athletic," she stated sarcastically. "I go out for intra murals because I knew they can't turn me away."

Karen's choice of colleges has been narrowed to Northwestern. Illinois Wcsleyan, and the University of lUinois. She plans to Income a pediatriciaiL For Karen, college is necessary for pursuing her career.

which doesn't include getting married or having children.

"I'm not getting married or having children unless some old, rich, man is invo'ved," she stated rather sarcastically.

Karen enjoyed ail her years at South, but like most of the other candidates, is looking forward to graduation.

Kathy Murphy A crossing of wires caused some worries for Kathy Murphy before learning that she was one of the finalists. It seems that one over-anxious reporter called her before the final tally had been confirmed First, she was informed that she had made homecoming court. An hour later this was denied. After the lapse of another hour, she was informed that she was definitely one of the finalists.

Kathy has been a cheerleader for two years and is presently the co-captain of the varsity squad. She mentioned cheerleading as one of h e r favorite activities.

V-Show and Pep Club are also included in Kathy's schedule. During her sophomore year she participated in Orchesis and performed in its annual dance productions. She also finds time to attend Campus Life meetings, which she finds interesting as well as fun.

Her future plans include attending Western Illinois University where she plans to major in astronomy.

When asked about her past three years, she remarked that "It was fun, but I'm glad it's almost over. I learned many valuable things. I also think we st.juld have been allowed to chew gum in the language lab," she joked.

Kathy likes this year's homecoming theme because it is applicable and an easier theme around which to build a float.

"It leaves room for the imagination and lets your mind wander," she explained.

Sue Stoneberg Sue Stoneberg, who has been a cheerleader for the past three years, doesn't feel that homecoming is a fading tradition at all. "The spirit might look like it's fading, but when the theme comes around for the big game, everyone gets interested," she said.

Carthage, Augustana, a n d Harper are among her top choioes for college. She admitted that most of her years here at South have been spent having fun and feels that shfe must force herself to study when she gets to college.

Although she has been active in the girls' physical education department, Marlin, Pep Club. V-Show, Campus Life, and Brotherhood Society, she listed music as one of her favorite pastimes. She is presently a member of Treble Choir and Treble Ensemble

Homecoming Queen

after being promoted f r o m Girls' Chorus and Girls' Glee.

"I really enjoy music a lot because it seems to break up and add variety to my schedule," she explained.

Susie is interested in majoring in dental hygiene or physical education upon graduation from South. But in the meantime. Sue is concentrating her efforts to have a good time.

Debbie Woxberg Debbie Woxberg is glad that this year's Homecoming will have a theme.

"A theme allows for not only

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more unity, but also for more organization," Debbie explained.

Debbie is the sole- four year member of the present varsity cheerleading squad. She was also a member of Swim Team, participated in V-Show, is a member of Class Council, attends and participates in both Campus Life and Young Life activities, and was active in the Junior and Senior Leader programs.

Sports have played an important role in Debbie's life.

When it comes to choosing a field in which to major, she

will most likely choose physical education.

"I think sports are important in the development of an individual," Debbie commented.

While Debbie described her years at South as having been lots of fun, she views college as the time when a person should begin to question his direction and place in life. She admits that she would rather go to college than get a job immediately after high school.

Debbie will most likely attend the University of Illinois next fall.

Maine Township High School South, Park Ridge, III. 60068

Oct. 13, 1972

New Regulations Announced To Control Parking Situation Fines ranging from $1 to $5 will be imposed on students for various parking violations, according to Mr. Elbert Smith, dean of students.

A five-doUar fine will be imposed for reckless driving on school grounds.

Parking in the front circle will cost violating students $3.

Less serious violations, for example, parking on t w o spaces, parking in the wrong lots, or parking without a school sticker will result in a one-dollar fine.

So far this year several students have been ticketed for infringement of the parking

Password

Here's Why Blame the expressway for no entertainment at Wednesday's Homecoming Assembly.

Dave Swanson, last year's organist for Soul Concern, a musical group with a religious slant, took a wrong exit while driving to Maine South.

Instead of being in the gym at 8:30 a.m., Dave was in Deerfield.

The Homecoming parade is tomorrow morning at 9:30.

The Alumni Breakfast, also tomorrow, is scheduled for 11:00.

To continue the schedule of Homecoming events, the sophomore football game will kick off at noon, and the varsity at 2:00. Come to see the red and white against Maine West.

Girls' Tennis meet will be here against Maine West on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 3:30.

The ACT tests for juniors and seniors are Oct. 21 at '?:45 a.m. here at South.

regulations. These rules have been revised, and a copy may be obtained in the bookstore.

They will also be posted in the homerooms.

Basically, the difference between the old and revised rules is twofold: First, students are allowed to park in the northeast and south lots only. Second, each car driven to school must display a school sticker.

The four school parking lots have been divided into student and teacher lots. "The north lot is used by teachers, while the southeast lot is used primarily by P.E. teachers, paraprofessionals, and cooks," states Ml. Smith.

Students are allowed to use the northeast lot and the south lot. At first teachers were not allowed in these lots, but, due to the inconveniences caused, this barrier was lifted.

Although the southeast lot is

not usually full, only teachers are allowed to use it. According to Dean Smith, "the Hamlin gate area is unsafe for students. Therefore, we discourage students from walking through this area, during the day, let alone parking there."

Mr. Smith added, "We are trying to hire a full-time guard to patrol this area during the day."

Drug pushers have been known to come through the Hamlin gate, which cannot be seen from the inside of the building. Therefore, an officer is needed to look over this area.

Mr. Smith concluded, "The school's first obligation is the safety of the students. If students stayed away from the areas, the problems would be Hamlin and east fieldhouse areas, the problems would be cut by one-half."

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t's Time To Dig Out Those Skis

It's almost that time of year again, when the snow begins to fall and the cold weather sets in. Better get those skis out from the rafters and also get >'our ski boots from under your bed. Ski Club would hate to have you miss the outings they have planned!

The year will begin with a trip for beginning skiers to Villa Olivia. During the rest of the season, the club will be skiing at resorts such as Wilmot, Alpine Valley, Devils Head and Majestic Hills.

Because the trip to Boyne Mountain was well-attended last year, the club will re-visit the Michigan ski slope in February.

If enough interested students sign up, a trip to Vail or Steamboat, Colorado, is also being considered for spring vacation.

Most of the ski trips take place on Friday nights. The buses leave the parking lot right after school at 4 p.m. Skis can be stored in the girls' washroom across from the west spectator gym. Buses usually retiurn to the school parking lot at 11:30 that evening.

If the above information sounds appealing to any readers, then ski club is probably the club for you. Applications are now available in the bookstore. The deadline is December 1.

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October 13, 1972

SOUTHWORDS

88.5 FM Carries Professional Recording Artists

by Carrie Reckert What is WMTH (88.5 FM) A few weeks ago I might have said that it was a small group of students getting together to put some music on the radio.

Well, an answer like that could have been the understatement of the year. WMTH is anything but a small production. Under the guidance of Mrs. Susan Benjamin, laculty sponsor, close to 90 students create a successful radio show five days a week from 10:30 a.m.5-:00 p.m.

Since housewives make up the majority of the radio audience from 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., such shows as Kaleidoscope, Curtain Call, and Great Composers—Great Musir are broadcast during that period.

Kaleidoscope is a collection of "easy-listening" music and provides a recipe for a different delicacy each day. The stories of broadway shows and films are told along with their songs on Curtain Call. Classical music can be heard every day on Great ComposersGreat Music.

Students turn thei' ---••• dials to 88.5 FM from 3:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. for U n d e r ground, a progressive r o c k show, and Twin-Eight Survey, a broadcast that plays the top hits.

There is even a children's show, Exploring, to keep your

younger brothers and sisters quiet on Friday afternoons.

And, of course, for Dad, who insists on keeping up with the latest news, sports, and weather, there are various news shows scheduled every hour.

Contributing to South's radio station's success is the fact that no commercials are ever heard on WMTH. This seems to be a strong attribute since everyone seems to be bugged by the sense and ridiculous commercials heard on the radio lately.

Mwiey is a problem for WMTH, as it is for all major activities. "We get a small budget from the district, and the rest comes from our -""••

wash and selling taffy apples," she said. Student Council provides some funds in return for suoplying records in t h e lounge."

"Although there seems to be financial difficulties, WMTH does find the money to improve its sound," explained Karen Hauber '73 program director, as she cited the new carpeting and false ceiling in the studio.

The engineers, announcers, and writers take care of most of the work on WMTH. The engineer, "gives cues, watches the meter and puts on records and tape decks," stated Karen. "The announvers do all the talking on the air, and the

Karen said she joined WMTH as a sophomore out of curiosity and because she was interested in the field of communication.

Brian, who also came to W.MTH three years ago, enjoys the sense of resocnsibility he has. "I'm in charge of the actual production of t h e show and I train all engineers for different shows. It's my job to make sure each production comes off smoothly."

"WMTH gives you a good start in a radio career, and it gives experience for those taking courses like Radio-TV," added Mike. Karen apparently speaks for the whole staff Craitinued on P. 3

Review

Spotlight on Lee at 1 0 Years After'

by Mike Springston Ten Years After came into Chicago last Saturday for two shows. If the second concert was anywhere near as good as the first, it was some show.

Peter Frampton and his band, Frampton's Camels, opened the concert with a short, but effective set. Frampton, former lead guitarist with Humble Pie, showed why that group has

been floundering musically, if not financially, since his departure.

He played old Humble Pie songs, songs from his solo album, and a new song written by the band. Frampton's Camels is not quite up to Frampton, but they provide good backing while Peter shows of fhis guitar playing.

The star of the show, though,

Shortwords

Is Homecoming Going?

•Judy Kranz To some students. Homecoming is the best part of the year.

To others it's a waste of time and energy. Has Homecoming lost its meaning?

What d o e s Homecoming mean? It's one time during the year when the alumni can get together and visit not only their friends but their school. It's a time when memories are only of good times and the fim they had in high school.

To some present students.

Homecoming means assembling their class float. It's the big game, and red and white balloons floating over the stadium after our first touchdown. Homecoming is also the soft lights and slow music of the dance.

writing staff writes the song schedules and news."

Confusion is eliminated since "everyone has a mailbox." telling him any information he might need, and the staff has a "Bible, which indicated the announcers, engineers, a n d writers for each show."

Karen wants to inform all students that any suggestions wUl be welcomed and if anyone would like to be on t^"^ staff, applications are avaialable in the WMTH office.

Karen and two other members of the staff, Brian Black 73 Chief Engineer, and Mike Cernak '73 Public Service Director, are very satisfied with the accomplishments of WMTH.

It's the crowning of Homecoming queen.

On the other hand, some students feel Homecoming is a complete waste. Yet, years from now, some will look back and regret they didn't participate in the activities.

To many present students, Homecoming has lost its meaning. This can be shown by last year when Student Council selected Rah-Rah Wonderland as Homecoming theme.

Since a small number of students wanted to make fim of the activities, they selected this title. The title was vetoed by the administration. As a result.

Homecoming had no theme.

The election of Homecoming

queen is no more than a popularity contest. Votes aren't based on how much a girl has done for the school.

The dance is something to do and somewhere to take your girl Saturday night. It's the freshman's first big dance.

The election and dance have lost its true meaning to most students.

Yet Homecoming and aU its activities are important. Float building gets each class together. Homecoming and its spirit gives the football team more energy and determination to win.

Homecoming is needed to boost the spirit of the entire school.

Afterwords

New Label for SC Idea Four years ago students considered it a part of their "rights" to request the revision of a rather out-dated dress code.

Through cooperation with students. Student Council and the administration, a code was eventually devised that proved acceptable to the student's demands.

This incident was labeled as one of Council's greatest achievements. It also marked the beginning of what Southwords terms Maine South's "Reconstruction Era".

Also around this time, preliminary steps were being taken to found the Triangle of Power. Consisting of chosen faculty members, the major objective of the triangle was to discuss the natural problems among teachers, administrators, and students. It was specifically designed to deal with problems that concern the general welfare of the school. It was not designed as a review board for disciplinary cases.

After a year of planning, the triangle had its first and final meeting. Although officially it still existed, it had few tangible accompUshments.

Triangle of Power was patterned closely after another forum called Co-Fac. It met on a regular basis, and any student was invited to participate in the informal dis-

cussion between faculty members and students.

However, the meetings grew smaller and smaller, and soon Co-Fac meetings disappeared from the daily bulletin.

During last year's Student Coimcil election, candidates expressed the need for an appeals board. This year the idea has been coined the Student Rights Committee, although it contains the same basic principle as the appeals board.

Although the term Student Rights Committee has an appeahng ring to it, it is a little misleading. For example, the Triangle of Power had, in reality, very little power.

A Student Rights Committee would not have any more power.

When reviewing the record of such committees in the past, it seems doubtful that a Student Rights Committee could do any more than Co-Fac or the Triangle of Power.

A person can do so much discussing before he becomes frustrated and gives up.

Southwords is interested in seeing how this Committee will work, if accepted by the administration. In the meantime, however, Student Council should either re-name the Conunittee or decide it wants to make a big issue out of a relatively old idea.

was Alvin Lee and Ten Years After. The concert coincided with the release of their new album, Rock and Roll Music to the World, and a lot of material was from that album, but it was the old songs which brought the crowd on their feet.

They opened with "One of These Days" from the "A Space in Time" album, with Alvin Lee altemating between guitar and harmonica.

After a new song. Ten Years After did one of the best versions of "Good Morning Little Sdtoolgirl" I ever heard. The instrumental part featuring Lee on guitar and Leo Lyons on bass was unbelievable. Lyons is as good a bass player as Lee is a guitarist and Alvin is one of the best.

After a few more new songs, the best of which was "Standing at the Station" in which Alvin played some remarkable chords with a drum stick, and an undistinguished Ric Lee drum solo, the band played their most ambitious effort, Al Ko<^er's "I Feel Like Crjing Sometimes".

Alvin Lee was at his finest during that song. If j-ou do not consider him one of the finest

guitarists around before seeing him perform that song, you will by the time he's through.

Lee produces every imaginable sound from his guitar during that song and then some.

He does guitar cuts by most of the lead guitarists that have been rated better than him (Clapton, Hendrix, Duane Allman). He plays with one hand while tuning the guitar with the other. He even sings progressions while playing the same chords on his guitar.

Ten Years After followed that song with the only tune they could play that would not be a let-down, "I'm Going Home".

Alvin Lee has often said he regrets writing that song and that Ten Years After is no longer into that kind of music, but they did a fine version nonetheless and the crowd loved it.

For their first encore, they did a fantastic version of Chuck Berry's "Sweet Little Sixteen", and closed with a new rocker, "Choo Choo Mama".

If you like good rock and roll, superlative guitar work, and fast bass lines, you probably did see Ten Years After. If you didn't, j-ou really missed something.

Students Approve SC Theme Selection Method From the freshman quote "We Have Met the Enemy and They Are Ours", to the senior quote, "We Don't Take Any Wooden Nickels", famous quotes are being used for this year's Homecoming theme.

Unlike previous years, the Famous Quotes theme was chosen by Student Council rather than by the student body. Janet Harpham '73, homecoming's red tape person, explained.

"Student Council chose the theme instead of the students because of the time factor involved. There was a late start on homecoming, anyway."

Dan Amedei '74. Junior class president, adds that when he went to speak to people about the theme, "they didn't care; the students just did homework or went to sleep."

The seemingly "I don't care" attitude of the student body coupled with last year's Rah Rah Wonderland incident determined the switch in procedure.

Student Council and the class officers chose the theme.

Student reaction toward the switch in the procedure seemed to show that most students favored the way in which Student CouncU handled Homecoming.

Chris Callahan "74, who is on class council, thinks that "the procedure is a good idea. The homerooms don't respond."

Becky Baford '75. feels

that the procedure is "okay, hecause Student Council is supposed to represent the student body, but the student body should be able to vote on the themes selected by Student Council."

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Editorio^rhieT Judy Daly News Editor Barb Grabowakl In-DepO> Editor Cindy Sopata Sports Editor Mark Mangold Art Editor Pal Hester Assistant Editors Randy Gluss.

Judy Kranz, Jim Thompson Reporters Ellen Bush, PrlscUla Condon, EUieen Dougherty.

Mark Lovelace. Lynn Mason, Mollie Meehan, Chri.itlna Pend2ich, Carrie Reckert.

Nancy Rosone. Mary Spilis.

Mike Springston. Pat TuU^, Doris Urban. Paula Uscian, Dan McGrath. Sharon DIattner, Karla Jennings, Joe Nicolau Cartoonists Pat Heater.

Mary SpiUs Photographers Jill Berry, Steve Moorman, Lorette SuUivan, Craii Kielhofer Student .News Bureau . Kris Lindgren Sponsor Ken Beatty

October 13, 1972

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Students' Rights Committee-Will It Gel?

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The Student Rights Committee may be this year's Student Council's version of an appeals board. This committee is just an idea which hasn't been worked out or proposed to Student Council as yet.

Rick Tingalia, Student Council president, said, "The Student Rights Committee is just an item on a list of things council is thinking about."

More specifically, Cheryl Anderson, Student Council vicepresident, stated, "The Student Rights Committee would be a standing committee made up of students in part-time committees such as V-Show and Homecoming and possibly other interested students."

Cheryl continued, "A student could come to the committee, for example, if he feels he was unjustly disciplined. The commiitee wouid ta.k to the dean and find out the facts and reasons why that person was suspended. We won't always support the student."

Cheryl feels, "A special eommittee is needed because it is easier for a student to refer his problems to one or just a few persons."

"We'd hope to review a disciplinary decision, but first we'd have to have the administration's co-operation." Janet Daley, Student Council secretary, also feels "almost 100 per cent of the students have no say in a decision or aren't allowed to state their side. If a teacher said that person did

something, he did it."

"At present no students come to Council to complain. Instead, they take the punishment." Jan feels this is one reason why a good system, the Triangle of Power, failed.

Since the Student Rights Committee is just an idea, it is difficult for anyone to support it or reject it completely. Teachers have an especially hard problem when asked to voice their opinion of the committee.

Dr. Clyde Watson, principal, said, "I have no objections to the formation of the Student Rights Committee if it is structured properly, and has a well defined objective, and as long as it doesn't become a board of second guessing deans or just a sounding board. Students can and do come to talk to the assistant principal and myself if they feel they have been unjustly punished."

"Every student has rights and everyone who deals with students recognizes that they do have rights. When a student comes to school, he doesn't leave his rights outside the door." Dr. Watson feels too that when a student breaks a school rule he forfeits some of his rights.

Dr. Watson wonders if the mittee would receive enough complaints to remain in function.

Mr. Charles Francis, math teacher, though refusing to comment until he could have more details in relation to the Stu-

'Rainmaker' Comes Alive In Hands of Drama Dept.

by Lynn Mason The Maine South Drama Department has really outdone itself with its excellent production of The Rainmaker, by N. Richard Nash. 'Rie cast and crew, under Mr. Hal Chastain, producer, put on a fine show.

Being an arena play causes difficulties in itself. None are evident, however, in this most superbly cast and excellently staged production.

ITie play deals with the Curry FamUy, who live in a small western, drought-stricken town, and a rainmaker \vho comes full of promises, dreams and ideals.

As for the cast, experience is the word. Starbuck ( t h e rainmaker), portrayed by Rocco Rotunno '74, lights up the stage with his vitality and life. Rocco is excellent in his portrayal of Starbuck as he keeps you spellbound, watching his moves and hearing his tales.

An old veteran of the stage, Katy Davlin, '73, treats Lizzie Curry just as she has with all her other roles—wonderfully.

Different from anything she has ever played, Katy can give this character life and sin-

'Chicago' at Arie TTie Lettermen, Auditorium Oct. 20, 21 at 8:30 p.m.

America, Auditorium, O e t.

23 and 24 at 8 p.m.

Four Seasons, Arie Crown, Nov. 11 at 8:30 p.m.

John Mayall. Arie Crown, Nov. 11 at 8:30 p.m.

Jethro Tull, Stadium. N o v .

15 at 8 p.m., one show only.

The Hollies, Auditorium, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m.

Deep Purple, Amphitheater, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m.

Uriah Ileep, Auditorium, Nov. 21, 22 at 8 p.m.

Chicago, Arie Crown. Nov. 22-28 with all shows at 8 p.m.

Tickets for all shows are available through all Ticketron outlets.

cerity, showing her wide range of talent, (As I did not see Karla Jennings, who also stars in this role, I cannot say how she was, but judging from her past experience I know she must do a great job.)

The Curry family provides emotional pulls which seem to undermine the plot. H.C. (Pop), played by Scott King 73, is so real that you find yourself getting deeply involved with the family.

The eldest brother, Noah, portrayed by Rick Tinaglia, '73, is the "sensible" member of the family, though at times he goes to extremes. Rick, as in the past, does a great job and adds to the emotional background of the play.

To liven things up a bit, Bob Leonard '74 portrays Jimmy Curry, a young, naive boy in his late teens. You will find yourself laughing at his antics as he becomes enthralled with his girlfriend Snookie pdayed

by Dee McNamera '74.

The sheriff. Bill Meier '73 and the deputy. Tom Dwyer '74, round off the small town atmosphere and both come across to the audience well.

AH in aU, the actors react well to one another and always stay in character. By no meams can it be called an amateurish production.

"From draught and disbelief to faith in dreaming — this is what The Rainmaker has to offer," says Eileen Doherty •74.

Rocco feels," It has a universal message showing hope in life."

Whatever its meaning, it's worth seeing. Whether you want to see some good drama or just want to sit back and relax. The Rainmaker is the play to see.

Tickets are $1.50 for adults and $1 for students. Tickets may be purchased in the cafeteria or at the door. Performance dates are October 12, 13. 14, 19. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m.

dent Rights Committee's actual purpose and intent, felt "that it's too hard for students to take the role of discipline over their peers. Such a committee might have a hegative effect between the administration and students."

"If Student Council is considering the committee, it must be necessary. I feel it would be beneficial because at present, there is no special means of appealing that I know of. If there is another system, this committee would just be repetitive," stated Mr. Michael Dienes, English teacher.

"It's very important that the committee is recognized by the administration, otherwise it would accomplish zero," continued Mr. Dienes.

"If there is a need, and each case is treated fairly, and all opinions are heard, then it seems like a good set-up. The committee also has to be open minded," concluded Mr. Dienes.

On the other hand, Mr. Richard Davis, government teacher, feels there is no need for the committee because one seldom hears of complaints about violations of students' rights.

"The committee sounds like it would be another organization with no function. What's the value of having a listening post for gripes?"

Another teacher against the Student Rights Committee is Mr. Thomas Mahon, math teacher. "There is no need for this committee. The administration should have certain rules.

They enforce the rules as best as can be expected. Everyone makes mistakes now and then.

I feel there are better places where council could spend their energy. One example is that students complain that the curriculum isn't relevant to them.

Council could find out what courses would be meaningful in the way of an education."

Most students interviewed feel some type of appeals board is necessary, but some weren't sure if the Student Rights Committee is the answer.

Laura Steiner '75 stated, "I'm all for a Student Rights Committee. Half the students don't know what they've been suspended for. If you don't know, you can't learn from your experience; hence, you might unknowingly break, the same rule again."

"A committee b necessary

Swimmers Dive For Equipment The Maine South Swim Team is sponsoring a fund-raising marathon to buy new pool equipment. Tins new equipment consists basically of a highly sensitive computer called a kyroscope. It is an electrically operated timing, scoring, and place of finish device.

The marathon is being n m in much the same way as the "Hike For Hunger". Swimmers are given pledges for swimming lengths of the pool.

Any student or faculty member can participate in the marathon. Any student interested in joining should contact one of the swim coaches, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Kochalka, or Mr. Twardy; or pick up a form in the P.O. or swimming office. The Boy's Swim Team, the Girl's Swim Team, the Girl Timers, and the MarUn Swim Club will participate in the marathon.

All pledge sheets should be returned upon completion and watch the Daily Bulletin for further details. The marathon will be held from Friday. Oct. 27, from 4:00-8:00 P.M.. and on Saturday. Oct. 28, beginning at 9:00 A.M.

because sometimes a dean has a bad day. As a result, a student might be suspended two days for smoking while yesterday another student was suspended three days. It's unfair because it all depends on how a dean feels on a certain day" is Vince Fulgenais '74 and other students" feeling.

Joe Nicolau '73 feels "a committee is necessary if a dean is biased against one student; if a decision is argued by not only a student, but his parents; or when the punishment ruins a person's record or college entrance. Jce adds, though, that "Most punishments are deserved."

However, George Hartler '73 felt "South could use a Student Rights Committee, but if it couldn't do anything about an unjust penalty, the committe would only serve to console rather than help a person out."

Peter Landon, Student Council member, didn't think the committee would be necessary at the moment since Student Council hasn't received many complaints where student rights was an issue.

Many students feel if there should be a committee, it should be composed of interested students. Some feel these students should be Student Council representatives, while other stu-

dents feel the members of the committee should represent each class. Some students feel teachers should be on the committee to introduce another side.

"The members of the Student Rights Committee should be students who aren't scared to stand up and light for other people's rights," stated Kathy Sawin '76.

Jerry Jones '73 feels "the committee should be composed of representatives from each class. This way sophomore representatives would handle a sophomore's problem.

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when she says, "WMTH is truly a student station." Mrs. Benjamin is always there when you need her, but she doesn't intrude."

According to Mrs. Benjamin, South's radio station attempts to serve three purposes for each staff member. "WMTH gives the student writing experience, announcing training and different styles of announcing and engineering experience."

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Try Hotline/ 8 2 5 - 0 8 6 0 What do you say to a kid who wants to commit suicide?

"Mostly, you try to take their minds off the subjects and talk about happy things.

It's happened before and it works," says Leslie Thurow '73, a volunteer listener for Hotline.

At 825-0860, the Maine Township Hotline is ready to answer questions, discuss problems, or just talk. Callers remain anonymous. Everyone is invited to call. As the Hot Line name card says, "We're here to help."

Staff members are on hand every day from 4 p.m. till midnight to help. The least busy time is around five and six, probably because it's suppertime.

"Around 8 or 9 p.m. when p&rents think their kids are asleep, we get a lot of calls one staff member con^mented."

"After ten," he continued, "we get busier and busier."

Like the callers, staff members may remain anonymous.

Lynn Haglund '74. another volunteer listener, works two nights a week in two-hour shifts taking calls. Lynn said, "Sometimes I get four calls an hour, other times I don't get any all week."

"I think most calls come on weekend nights," she continued, "especially the p r a n k calls. But most of them want to rap. A lot of parents call about their kids' problems, and we tell them where to call.

We've got a big file of different places that can help people. The Hotline is basically a referral place that people call for help."

Calls come in on every subject, but kids frequently want to discuss drugs, sexual worries, or questions pertaining to sex. "We get many calls from girls who want information on The Pill, or are pregnant and want advice," a staff member observed.

"Hotline originated from an increased awareness of the drug problem," a staff member com'mented," so it's no wonder we get many questions about drugs."

"Some people just want to talk," another staff member added. "A few girls call me about every week. We're sort of telephone friends."

Hotline's staff consists of about thirty volunteers, both married couples and male and female unmarrieds.

Many high school kids are volunteers. A staff member is not paid.

To be a staff member, a person has to be eighteen, and "have a desire to help people," as one staff member said. Volunteers go through a training period which includes direct contact with Forest Hospital, a psychiatric hospital in Des Plaines.

Dr. Blair Plimpton says Hot line needs more volunteers of high school age or older to take calls. If anone is interested in helping, he can call Hotline at 825-0860.

Established about three years.

Hotline continues to be a source of information for those who use it. As a staff member commented, "Don't hesitate to call us. Don't feel embarrassed or dumb. We're not here to preach or check up on you. We're here to help."

ConfesI Speakers May Rise Again According to Bill Liberio '73, Maine South is on its way up again. When he says on its way up, he's referring to the Maine South Contest Speakers Team.

The team came from almost nowhere last year to become one of the top contenders in the district.

This showing might explain why the team is so optimistic about this year.

"Collective team effort has been the secret of the team's success," Bill said.

Although the team does not rate high in regard to individual awards, South has ranked high in team performance. That record has a few awards to back it up, including a first place trophy in the Maine Invitational.

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SOUTHWORDS

October 13, 1972

'Unity' Big Plus for Hawks

by Joe Paschen If not for the mere sake of pride, the varsity Hawks went out and won their first home game last week, for the first home victory in two years.

It was a one sided baUgame against the Maine North Norsemen where the Hawks came out on top with a 20-8 bellringing win.

It was the Hawks, second win against two losses after losing their conference opener to the powerhouse Deerfield Warriors the week before.

The Hawks played a different baUgame against the Norsemen compared to the slow beating they took from Deerfield. Coach Bob Schmidt decided that his team needed something to promote their potentionally excellent running backfield of Mike Herdrich and Walsh. What better way to do something about this than to change the offensive game altogether.

Coach Schmidt threw away his wishbone sheets until next year and went to a tight slot formation. This put the Hawks in a position to run their big fullback, Mike Herdrich, more.

In fact they ran him 25 times Saturday and for 144 yards.

This was not only the l)est of any Hawk back so far this year, but also it encouraged junior Mike Walsh to do a little nmning, too.

Mike scampered for 102 yards not including a 70 yard burst that was called back because

of a clip.

WhUe slotbacks Pete Jensen and Joe Nicolau brought the plays in from the bench, Mike Swider led his offense to 398 total yards. Mike also threw an 18-yard pass to Jensen in the second quarter. That followed an eight yard run by Herdrich for the first Hawk score. Mike Walsh ended the Hawks' scoring in the third quarter with a 2-yard plunge.

Maine North meanwhile could only muster one touchdown against the Hawk defense who played another stingy game.

The Hawks "Big D" caused six Norsemen fumbles. North did look like a team that could play good football after halfback Andropolis ran around the Hawks for a 64-yard sprint to score.

North's Leonard ran in the extra-point and that was all there was to the Maine North attack.

The Hawk defensive attack was led by junior Ed Frick and senior Dave Loria who both had 10 and 8 tackles respectively.

Frick went both ways and never tired. Or so it looked. He had the defensive plays of the game, dumping the Norsemen backfield for twelve yard losses twice in a row.

In the Deerfield game, the Hawks showed little resistance to the dominant team that is the Hawks' biggest threat to the C.S.L. crown.

The Warriors' ground game never lacked anything including

scoring. The Warriors ran for 288 yards and showed time and again that thev can move the ball.

This they did after just three minutes expired on the clock.

Deerfield's Goffo broke through the Hawk line and ran for a 60-yard Deerfield score. Bordenave kicked his first of four extra-points and the Warriors were on their way to their second victory.

They scored three times more and were too much for the Hawks with a 28-8 win.

For the Hawks, their defense showed great improvement in the second half as Pete Lannon, and Mike Carroll led the team with 13 tackles apiece.

For the offense, their only proud moment came in the final minutes of the game when the second string offense battled their way to the goal for eight points.

Runs by Joe Nicolau and Joe Paschen set up a 4-yard T.D. pass from Dave Patterson to Paul Jelinek. Patterson threw another strike to Tom Peters for the point after and that was the game.

Tomorrow's H o m e c o ming game with Maine West played here on Homecoming Saturday. It starts at 2 and is a game that you should not miss.

Maine West has never beaten the Hawks in varsity football and according to Coach Schmidt "they never will!"

Harriers Go for Conference Crown The Maine South varsity cross coimtry team looks to its conference meet next Saturday with a chance to do well, as evidenced by events of the last two weeks.

The Central Suburban C<MJference meet will be held in Wilmette, with New Trier West hosting. The Hawks can probably expect rough going in light of the tough competition. Most CCTtainly favored to win is Maine East, which recently was ranked secMid in the state behind York.

Deerfield, who the Hawks face in the final scheduled conference meet on Tuesday, is ranked twelfth in the poll. Other strong teams include Maine West and New Trier West, the first of which beat Maine South badly in a meet three weeks ago.

The most pleasing result of late, as far as coach John KilcuUen was concerned, was the development of a core of five runners which could always be counted on.

The coach said. "We finally ran as a team." He added that a "ievi guys hang together in

the beginning, hold on, and finish well."

The quintet that constitutes the first five Hawk finishers in each of the last four races consists of Jim Dohn '74, Steve Mail '73. Bob Kenutis '73, Jim Schiffer '73. and Dave Senf •74.

Senf and Schiffer were consistently the top Maine South pair.

At the Ridgewood Invitational last Saturday, Maine South finished ninUi with 232 points.

In first was Lane Tech with 87, followed by Crystal Lake and Deerfield with 89 each. The hi^est Hawk finisher was Senf La thirty-fourth.

On the preceding Thursday, the team traveled to Highland Park for a triangular. From one race came three different results for the Hawks, two being wins. Maine South beat Niles North 15-49, beat Highland Park 15-48, but lost to powerful Maine East 17-40. Senf and Schiffer were fifth and sixth, respectively. The lowest Hawk finished only as low as tenth.

A loss came in an earlier non-conference dual at Prospect. Maine South ended up behind 23-32. Senf, Bob Kenutis,

.i^^lSi^j^ Mike Swider (11) and Ed Fricic (71) find that their attempts at catching a Deerfield Warrier are futile.

and Schiffer were the top three.

In another conference meet, a triangular against Niles East and Niles West, the Hawks swept, defeating the former 2338 and the latter 28-31.

The sweep came despite the fact that the highest Maine finisher was Senf in fourth.

Bob Conrad (63) and Dave Hood are in hot pursuit of an enemy ball-carrier.

Soc-Men Win First Game Maine South's Soccer team completely reverted from their previous non-conference defeats by overcoming Highland Park, 2-1.

The victorious momentum stopped there, as a week later the Sockmen blew a four point lead, losing to Maine North 6-4, Tuesday of this week they lost their second conference game, this time at the hands of Niles West 1-0.

They are still very high on optimism but they now have a victory to show for this. So this helps to boost the morale even more.

Key injuries have played a big part so far this season. Rich Lenke, established keystone to the team's offense, has been out for a major part of the

season and has just now begin to come back. Since the start of the season Lenke has been plagued by a sprained ankle.

The team's overall talent is more evident but as yet they have not been able to put together a real effective scoring offense.

There are a number of bright spots on this year's squad. Our AFS student from Portugal, Hilario da Cumha, has shown promising talent.

"He's got the moves and the ability. It's just a matter of time," commented Myron Kaminsky, '73 who is another key figure of this year's squad.

The sophomores are playing .500 soccer with a 3-3 record and the freshmen are undefeated.

Sporf swords

Gridders Come Back Well, Runners Show Promise

by M a r k Mangold

Jim Lyons runs for daylight against a tough Deerfield defensive squad.

Intramurals Start; Football on Slate Intramurals are underway with football being the first sport on this years' agenda.

The sophomores finished their intramural competition last week in a rough and grueling series of g a m e s .

Coach Verbcr's first period class made out on top.

The members of that squad included: David Cartwright, Greg Gallios, Jim Guerin, Kevin Klaus, Leroy Kurth, David McClean, Terry Pawelko, Tom Rizza, Peter Whitford, and David Zuhlkc. These boys took first place out of a field of eight classes that were entered.

The freshmen are underway with their games and the results should be available at the time of the next issue.

Next on the intramural agenda will be Cross Country for all levels, with juniors and seniors being combined.

The Varsitv football squad made a strong comeback last Saturday as they took Maine North for their fourth loss in as many games.

Mike Herdrich, who runs through would-be tacklers, was the key to the Hawk attack as he rushed for 144 yards.

That is the highest total yardage for one game by any Hawk player this season.

With four games remaining, the Hawk record stands at 2-2. With a lot of hard playing and determination in these last games it is my opinion that the Hawks can finish with the best varsity record of any team in the last five years at South.

• The soccer squad has started to put it together as they finally won their first game last week. So far this has been a tough year for the sockmen, but those who have fought it out agree that they have put out as much as they can and morale is still high.

• The Varsity Cross Country squad has been performing well this season. The big surprise success story, though is the sophomore team. They have yet to lose a meet. If this kind of performance keeps up the Hawks can look for a fine future varsity team.

• Most of the boys know that there are gates up this year at either end of the locker room. I saw them and coidd hot see what purpose they served. So I went to Mr. Brady and asked him why they were put up. He explained to me that they are there to prevent vandalism, keep kids from coming late to g>Tn class, and to keep kids with food out.

This made sense to me until I and 15 other guys got locked in one day last week after school. It made me feel like I was in prison.

The actions of one kid could have caused us to be locked in the locker room that day. But anyway you look at it, the gates are not a pretty thing for us to have to look at.

I don't think any of the kids here at Maine South would like to see more of these gates put up. So maybe it is time for us to take the responsibility to see that they aren't.

1 think that if we as "young adults" could learn to accept the responsibilties that come with being older a little better, the older people would learn to trust us much more.

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