Tucson Daily Citizen from Tucson, Arizona • Page 49

Guilty Peasants Doomed By ANNA EL1AS Salpointe Editor Tardiness, gum chewing or just general fooling around in class to the point of a teacher's distractions may sentence an unsuspecting Sa'lpointer to an enjoyable evening in Room (doom) 14, better known as: "Detention "Aye, yes sir." "How do you as charged sir mumble, mumble "What was that last remark? "Nothing sir, I was just muttering to myself the jubilant gaiety which permeates the solidarity of my absolute homogeneity in being cognizant of the great fortune in being a frequenter at your penetential retentive session this evening." "Peasant, due to your transgression and misconduct once again you are sentenced to not less than thirty or more than sixty minutes at hard labor in detention Tuesday or Thursday evening at your convenience." The reason detention does not last more than sixty minutes is merely a precautionary measure in preserving the mental stability of the teachers who are faced with the task of monitoring the detention sessions. (Detention may be defined, according to Hogets Thesaurus, as retention, custody, tenacity, firm hold, grasp, grip, talon, claw, fang, grip, as opposed to riddance, rclinquishment, cession, dereliction, renunciation, resignation, etc.) If Rpgets is correct, and one should not have cause to question it, detention presents not a punishment but a challenge! In order to appreciate this grand opportunity, one must first learn the art of creative "suffering." The usual "punishment," so to speak, is to read something from a back issue of "Readers Digest" and to write a brief summary of what you read. This presents that pragmatism to read and learn something which will minister to expand the recesses of your otherwise dulled mind. Head about how liquid diets grow, how to "Plan the Damage Out of the art of saying "Good-by to Garden Pests," and remembering "Unforgettable Characters." If you're daring enough you may even delve into the joke sections, glimpsing persons, picturing speech, stating united life or quoting quotable quotations, or laughtering to one's self. Where else but in a "Headers Digest" could you learn which nasal spray will help you sleep or how to augment your verbosity? Characters in detention range from the Loud-Mouth Larrys to Meek Soft-spoken Marys.

Loudmouths are easy to spot as they take their reserved scats, clown around with their compatriots for a while and don't have to ask what they're supposed to do. Soft-spoken Marys or Kill Joys, as veterans call them, are usually freshmen or seniors who have never bean invited to attend the reception in "Doom 14" before. They usually sit in the front desks and are so shocked and ashamed that they dutifully complete their assignment. The shock usually wears off after the first five minutes, however. Getting invited to detention is quite simple really, getting out is another matter.

If one is not in detention one must be wary of interrupting the confinement of "Doom 14" which is sometimes extended to Room 13 when extra guests are present at this gala affair. On one occasion two young men were hurled into captivity the car for singing in the hallway which interrupted the solitude and complacency of the tireless members of the Tuesday and Thursday afternoon fonim. Jf you seek adventure, join the fun. Become a member of the "Fret Set." Be bad once in your life after all, you may learn something in detention! iztn WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1969 PAGE 50 Timed In On Tucson Members of Salpointe's student body labored all day Saturday washing cars to raise money for the annual JFK Memorial Carwash. Proceeds from the carwash will be donated to lamp Wildcat a University of Arizona sponsored summer camp for underprivileged Tucson children.

A Bow-Hunting Club is being formed at Sunnyside High School. The purpose of the club is to promote the sport of archery by having competition in field, hunting, and target rounds and to promote bow hunting. Advisor of the club is Mrs. Randy Knauff, who has been a bow hunter for three years. Tucson High's ten semi-finalists for Rodeo queen are: Diane Carillo, Debbie Clopton, Kathy Crane, Chris Hamblen, Carole Harrison, Stella Holub, Rose Mary Riesgo, Susan Walker, Karen Zagona, and Ruby Williams.

'Tucson High's 1969 Betty Crocker Homemaker of tomorrow is Kathy Crane. She is now eligible for state and national scholarships. Spirited Sahuaro Holds Spirit Week By MITCH SHAPIRO Salman) Editor Mirror, mirror on the wall, who has the most spirit of all? Sahuaro High, and you better believe it. In the midst of Spirit Week came the infamous Cougar Games with all their fancy. Many students crowded around the football field for the start of the program, the greased pig contest.

Members of the renowned Cougar Spirit Club spread pounds of lard over the frightened animal while the crowd looked on. Contestants who had previously signed up for the contest waited in line for their chance at Porky. The pig, which was brought in from out of town became very accustomed to its surroundings. When the lime came for the animal to inn, instead he just stood there as if he wanted to be picked which of course he was. Well, not everything goes just right, not even at Sahuaro High.

The scene then shifted to the Sophomores at Sahuaro High captured first place in the mascot contest with their entry of the "Cougar." Pictured with the cougar are (from left) Tad Simons, Greg Telia, Paul Cate, Maggie Farrington, and Nonie Reynold. (Citizen photo) YOUNG CITIZEN Every Wednesday in the CITIZEN A Capitol Expedition Problems, Problems, Problems "Now look girls, I know what's going on and youuuuuuuuu don't!" argues Peggy Levitski as she tries to convince (from left) Ellen Basham, Jeanerie Mederith and Paula Dahrra, that she's really the one who knows how Valentine's Day originated. (Citizen photo by Bill Hopkins) Sunnysiders Debate Valentine's Origin By DEJ5BIE PENDLEY IHIIS Correspondent Take 80 girls and six chaperones, pack them in two buses and send them off to Phoenix at 7:15 in the morning, and what do you have? Immaculate Heart High's history classes annual trip to see the capitol. Sr. Mary Rose, history instructor, feels that these trips are worthwhile because the girls learn something while they have fun.

This year's trip took place last Tuesday when the two Citizen Auto Stage buses left the I.H.H.S. dormatory at 7:15 a.m. and returned at 9 p.m. The first stop was the capitol. The buses arrived at 9 a.m., a half hour early.

So Tor half hour the girls took pictures, admired the flowers and talked of their plans for the afternoon. Their capitol guide showed up at 9:20 a.m. and led them to the Senate chambers where they saw a regular session of the Senate in action. They were introduced on the Senate floor by Senator Douglas Ilolsclaw from District 7-D and received a round of applause from his fellow Senators. After the Senate adjourned they met with Senators Joseph Castillio, from district 7-A, Douglas Ilolsclaw, and Sam Lena from district 7-C, for a short question and answer period.

From there they went to the floor of the Senate and had their pictures taken around the Presidents podium. Their guide then took the girls to the House of Representatives where they viewed the House floor from the gallery. They did not have an opportunity to see the House in session due to the fact that the House had adjourned shortly before the girls arrived. A tour of the capitol building was next on the list. Of the many things seen in the capitol the girls seemed most to enjoy the talk they had with Secretary of State, Wesley Bolin.

After this the girls boarded the buses for a drive through downtown Phoenix after which they went to the Chris Town Mall for two hours of lunch and shopping. At 2 p.m. the girls again returned to the buses and went to Encanto Park for a few hours of fun. The main attractions were the paddle boats and canoes as they had a landslide of business that afternoon. Tired but happy the girls boarded the buses at 5 p.m.

for the return trip home, '15 minutes later they were in Chandler where they stopped at a Taco Bell for dinner. The caravan hit the road again at 7 p.m. and arrived back at the I.H.H.S. dormitory at 9 p.m. Guide To Trash Facts By DANNY FIGUEROA Sunnyside Reporter What went on on Valentine's Day for some of the friendly students at Sunnyside High Various things, but the most interesting and confusing incident was the discussion of some students when they sat down and tried to figure out how Valentine's Day originated.

"It all started when Rudy Valentino and Eve Day fell in love. They wanted a special name for the day they fell in love, but "Special Day" didn't quite gel it, so they named it Valentine's Day and "Not really," interrupts the second dainty sophomore. "You're out of your tree! It all started when a bunch of fairies came down from a happy red planet." "No it didn't, it started with Rudy Valentino and Eve you let me finish," she screams back. "These fairies came down from the happy red planet with white lace edges and, just like Columbus discovered America, they discovered Earth and they called this day Valentine's Day, be- cause the biggest of the fairies, Fairy Valentine, wanted it that way." "Honestly, if anybody is a fairy it is you," criticizes the first sophomore. "Actually, it didn't have to do with fairies or Rudy and Eve.

Il all started," explains the junior, "in the medieval days when all the son of King Valentine finked out and wanted to keep their bachelorhood. The king, however, wanted some heirs so he set aside a day for his sons to "unfink out" and to select brides." "You're the one that needs "unfinking," "laughs the first charming sophomore. "To choose brides for themselves!" continues the junior, tiying hard to be heard over the murmur of voices," and he named this day after -'himself, calling it Valentine's Day!" "Ah, ah, I betcha I know. I betcha!" stutters the sweet little freshman. "I betcha I know," mimics the sophomore.

"I do loo know. started. "Well tough!" exclaimed the mean ole sophomore. Besides carrying on the very sophisticated discussion during the day the students were also given the opportunity by the school newspaper, the Dcvilairc, to send valentine messages- to each other which came lo be quite interesting. During the night, many students went and swung to the music of the Brass Ear at the National Honor Society Dance, which had the theme "Hearts from Heaven." The highlight of the evening was the crowing of the Sweetheart King and Queen which were Terry Westfall and Laura Castro.

Runner-ups for king were Mike Britz, Gary Hughes, and David Alvcrez. Sharlene Bolen, Marcclla Campuzano, and Connie Walsh were runners up for queen. Those arc just a few of the enjoyments some of the sluclents experienced on that great day of Valentines. Who knows what tiiey would have done if there had been no such thing as 'a Valentine's Day. By TAMiMY MURRAY CDO Reporter Have you ever noticed that certain people are trivial fact collectors? These people gather facts that have no real purpose except to show other people how in' lelligenl they are.

The following facts have been carefully screened for all those who wish to become true junk fact collectors. Learn a few trivial facts that are worthless but sound impressive and you'll quickly become the most unpopular person in school. This is the price all trivial collectors must pay. A few pointers must be learned before you can become a trash fact collector. In a conversation you must stick to the topic being discussed.

For example, if science is being discussed, you wait for the first break and then casually say; "Did you know the weight of the earth is 0,600,000,000,000,000,000,000 tons? Everyone will look amazed at your knowledge of such a weighty subject. Next crisis you will probably face is the person who asks for your sources of information. You must be prepared for this question. What you must do is look extremely offended that your knowledge is being questioned; and then slowly raise your eyebrows and say, "I have inside sources." But be sure you always use true trivia. Thirdly (here arc other trivial collectors in this world.

Even- tually you will run into one. The following conversation has been prepared for your future use in meeting your opponent. "Are you aware of Ihe significance of Feb. 11, GliOBC?" You must always answer yes, because your opponent will contin- ue whether you say yes or no. It is now up to you to reply to his attack with another trivial date.

"Did you know that on 1100BC Tiglath Pilesseii who was Assyrian led an expedition to the bead waters of the Tigris?" With these points in mind you are ready to confront the world with your diploma in trivial fact trash collecting. Oh, by the way did you know that. battle between the sophomores and freshmen against the juniors in the tug-of-war. It was the best two out of three with the underclassmen winning the first match over the over-confident juniors. But the juniors won back the upperclass prestige by whipping their rivals in the nexl two battles.

Following the agenda, students circled the obstacle course for the next source of entertainment. In this event, the boys were blind-folded while the girls who were riding piggy-back gave the directions. The course was made up of low hurdles, mats draped over one another, balance boards, and rope shaped in a circle. Each couple went up and back and was timed in doing so. During the event several students were rewarded with whipped cream pies pushed in their faces by faster students.

After all the excitement had subsided, students headed for the cafeteria for the box supper. Ugly Mariachis Gather Mileage By DIANE ANDRADE THS Reporter Five 100,000 miles sounds like a good time to trade in the old car. But for Father Charles Eourke, this number is something more than getting a new car. In the summer of 19C4, Father Kourke spent quite a lot of time working with Mexican-American youths in Tucson. He was looking for a project that would be both recreational and used to instill a sense of cultural pride in the boys.

Thus was formed a mariachi group, "Los Changuitos Feos" that would perform the "brassy, authentic and exciting folk music of Mexico." The word mariachi is derived from the French word for marriage. When Maximilian was emperor of Mexico, he sent a French-speaking aide to get musicians to play for a marriage. The Mexicans, thinking the word "marriage" meant musicians for a wedding, transformed the word into their own language. Ever since then, ma- riachi has become a Mexican household word. Why did they choose the name "Los Changuitos They wanted a name that the public would not forget, and' the "ugly Little Monkeys" seemed to do the trick.

The public has not forgotten their name, and proof positive is in their numerous demands to perform at various functions, including most recently their attendance at the Inaugural Parade for President Nixon. They have also traveled extensively, which accounts for the 100,000 miles. They have per- formed in New York, Chicago, Washington, Hollywood, California and parts of central Mexico. Also included are appearances on television and requests to play at conventions, banquets and' other public functions. "Los Changuitos Feos" have performed for former President Johnson, Ambassadors to Mexico and England, the President of Mexico, Herb Alpcrt, Tom Smothers and the casts of "Hombre" and The High Chappa ral." The group consists of Wilfred Arvizu, trumpet; Handy Carillo, guitar; and guitaron; Anthony Feliz, guitar; Adalberto Gallegos, guitar; Ralph Hinton, trumpet; Leo Jacobs, violin; David Ruiz, trumpet; Macky Iluiz, violin; Tony Saldivar, violin and Father Rourke, guitaron.

The guitaron is a Mexican bass guitar. The group averages about four performances a week. Regular practices are held on Sunday afternoons. There are no special requirements needed to join "Los Chan- guitos Feos," but a new member is expected to train from six months to a year with the grou.) before he can perform. If, for some reason, a member of the group, must leave the "Chan- guitos," a whole new set of boys is waiting to join.

These boys range from ten to twelve years old. A scholarship fund has been provided for the members of "Los Changuitos Feos." Seven, out of eleven alumni of the group, are now attending the of A on the scholarship because of their good grades. Any member of the group will be able to use the scholarship money if they qualify. Amphi Gals Shop For Their Guys By MERRY STOTT Amphi Reporter Twirp Week at Amphi started out with thelraditional girl's assembly on Monday. Sandy Genung recited "Twas the Night Before Twirp Week" and a group of junior boys and girls treated us all to Twirp carols which served in informing us of the coming events.

The juniors had been putting up signs two weeks prior to this assembly which told everyone how many shopping days they had left before Twirp Week. The senior boys, in an attempt at humor, put up a sign in the senior bulletin board which read "Twirp Week is coming girls, here is your big chance!" The Twirp Week Talent Show started things rolling on Monday night. Keeping the audience laughing (or maybe booing) with their sick jokes were Hank Peck and Byron Cornelius. Cindy Foreman won the talent contest singing "The Look of Love." Among other things keeping the audience happy nnd smiling was "The Slrippcr." i Tuesday afternoon the Most Eligible Bachelor contestants were announced. They were Wayne Bryant, Jimmy Brown, Mark Watson, and Ted Posedly freshman, sophomore, junior and senior.

Tuesday night the Mighty Midgets defeated Canyon Del Oro at a home basketball game. "The Rounders," a movie starring Glenn Ford and Henry Fonda, along with two Roadrunner cartoons attracted a big crowd Wednesday night to the Twirp Week movie. Wednesday afternoon jars were set out for the Most Eligible Bachelor contest and the juniors were far in the lead by the end of the day. Friday night Amphi beat Calalina in the basketball game right before the Twirp dance. At the dance the juniors sadly announced that the seniors had been holding out nearly $50 for their jar in the Most Eligible Bachelor contest and so at the last minute, the senior bachelor, Ted Posedty, won.

The juniors at Amphi told everyone to "Have yourself a Merry liltlc Twirp Week" and so they did. Twirping Around With Susan Hadley yanking his right arm, Jacque Ellison pulling on his head and Sandy Genung gripping his left arm, poor Norman Lewis hasn't a chance of escaping. This was a common sight around Amphi as the shopping days before Twirp Week grew less and less. (Citizen photo by Bruce Hopkins).