Flushing Blazer Volume 44 Issue 3

The Blazer, volume 44, issue 3. November 27, 1991

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  1. Cover:  Gabe Paul, Nate Vanraemdonck, and Brian Kot at a rest stop in Fort Wayne, Indiana after the marching band made National Finals/or the first time since 1987. Photo by Amy Cox
  2. Contents
    1. Marching band member illustration by Carla Church
    2. The Blazer Staff
  3. Local Voices
    1. What is the Meaning of Life?
      1. Barbara Hosteller
      2. Amanda Elsner
      3. Scott Gifford
      4. John McDermott
      5. Mr. Yeagley
    2. Our Voice by Brian Gasperosky – Computer Literacy
  4. Local Voices
    1. Gun control needs to be strengthened by Lou Stefanic
    2. Electives should be option for seniors by Summer Tucker
  5. The News Desk
    1. Big Ed kicks butt at NMS by Lou Stefanic
    2. Multiple murders take place in cafeteria by Amanda Elsner
  6. The News Desk
    1. Senior personality changes askew? by Alishea Hammil
    2. Network to power-up second semester by Mark Wojtowicz
  7. Advertising
    1. Collector’s Corner memorabilia shop
    2. Domino’s Pizza
    3. Ingenuity Concepts computer services
    4. Dance and Fitness Connexion
  8. The Beat
    1. Big Dave sifts through cut-out bin to find greatest “El Cheapo” bargain chartbusters by Dave Finger
    2. “Eyes of a Stranger” Salvador Dali is alive and living in Flushing; his name is Dan Hemple by Jennie Edgeworth.  Photo uncredited.
  9. The Beat
    1. Parade Hit All Time High ’91 fashion show was booming success for all those involved by Matt Coullard.  Photos by Janni Darling
  10. The Beat
    1. Everybody Dance Now Dancing way of life for many youngsters by Faith Gardner
    2. New Faces Flushing welcomes Spanish exchange student Sebastian Amago by Kristi White.  Photo by Janni Darling
  11. The Beat
    1. Metallica Brings roof down at Palace by Tina Miller
    2. Mr. Hinds says thanks to all his friends at Flushing by Tina Miller
  12. Sound and Vision
    1. The alternative cut by Brian Gasperosky – Perspex Island by Robyn Hitchcock
    2. Scruffhead News by Dell Varmint – Apple Scruffs hit touring circuit – run for cover!!!
  13. Advertising
    1. Wyatt Earp Records
    2. Gracie’s & Company catering
    3. Greater Flint Sports Medicine
    4. AFS Exchange Student Program
    5. Char’s Hairstyling Salon
  14. Sound and Vision
    1. Steven Hood: Theif of Princes Dr. Deinento collection invades stores by Steve Shreiber
    2. Big Dave Goes to the Movies – Gilliam’s “King” an unlikely success. The Fisher King by Dave Finger
  15. Platters, Pundits, and Plans
    1. Genesis: Play that Funky Music, White Boys Genesis We Can’t Dance Review by Brian Gasperosky
    2. In Concert: Metallica – Metal gods corrupt innocent FHS kids.  photo by Janni Darling
  16. Advertising
    1. Mary Kay cosmetics
    2. Darling Homes and Realty
    3. Tom Atwell Homes and Realty
    4. Ace Driving School
    5. John C. Ligas, DDS, MS Orthodontist
  17. Raider Beat
    1. B-Ball ready for next year by Michelle Langdon
    2. Varsity soccer team disappointed but proud by Brian Gogas
  18. Raider Beat
    1. Liberian soccer pro leads Flushing’s JV by Doug Slayton
    2. Surfing the snow – Snowboarding is here for the long haul by Kyle Dumas
  19. Raider Beat
    1. Behind the Line with Jason Boggs – IMB looks to be another great one
    2. Reflections on a year of triumph by Amy Cox and Brian Gasperosky, photos by Amy Cox
  20. Advertising
    1. University of Michigan Flint

Flushing Blazer Volume 44 Issue 1

The Blazer, volume 44, issue 1. September 30, 1991

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  1. Cover:  Senior Doug Slayton, varsity soccer sweeper, getting ready for a challenging season
  2. Contents
    1. Places To Go by Jenny Keely
    2. The Blazer Staff
  3. Local Voices
    1. Your Voice:  Asking Around by Jennifer Birch.  “What qualities are in a good teacher?”
    2. Our Views:  Environmental Compact Disc Packaging
  4. Local Voices
    1. Legalize prostitution for health by Lou Stefanic
    2. PUTTING A LID ON IT – Wearing a baseball cap seems to be the ‘in’ thing today by Dave Moliterno
  5. The News Desk
    1. He came from Jonesville – New Face joins Flushing Faculty by Kip Hodges-Payne
    2. Fall fashion show set for November
    3. Vandenbosh gives fresh start to freshmen by Amanda Elsner
    4. Hank & Kate live at halftime by Megan Lee
  6. The News Desk
    1. Raiders going Greek for Homecoming Week by Jennifer Campbell
    2. What’s Going On by Sara Gatza
    3. Security gate installed for driving range by Joe Debevec
  7. Advertising
    1. Gussie’s Hair Salon
    2. Pro Sports, Inc.
    3. New Lothrop Dental Association
    4. A&W
    5. Ace Driving School
  8. Features – The Beat
    1. Philmont gives backpackers trip of lifetime by Steve Schrieber, Photo by Brian Vincent
    2. Another Look- By Eric Smith
  9. Features – The Beat
    1. Flushing environmental group making a difference By Lou Stefanic
    2. New Faces – Flushing welcomes new Japanese visitor (Jun Tajima) By Nathan James, Photo by Janni Darling
  10. Features – The Beat
    1. Andy Lynch follows in the footsteps of Shawn Cronin – Playing with the big boys by Stacy Smithkey
    2. Battle Tales from the driver’s seat by Steve Schreiber
  11. Features – The Beat
    1. Tim Griffin gets his act together – Alumni’s comedy career skyrocket by Dave Finger, Photo by Dave Finger
  12. Sound and Vision
    1. Big Dave Goes to the Movies – Irish band brings soul to Dublin in charming Film (The Commitments) by Dave Finger
    2. New book exposes flaws in classic films (Film Flubs by Bill Givens) by Joe Blevins
    3. Q’s Eye on T.V. (Herman’s Head) by Cathy Qualman
  13. Advertising
    1. INGENUITY CONCEPTS Computer Services
    2. Mary Kay
    3. Heritage Beauty Salon
    4. Greater Flint Sports Medicine Center
  14. Sound and Vision
    1. The Alternative Cut – Sumner and Marr create ‘Electronic’ masterpiece (Electronic) by Brian Gasperosky
    2. Celluoid Jams – Finding excuses for movie summer of 1991 by Joe Blevins
  15. Platters, Pundits, and Plans…
    1. Sebastian and the boys grind through new album (Skid Row, Metallica, The Apple Scruffs, The Beatles, Anthrax) by Tina Miller
  16. Advertising
    1. Cash for College scholarships
    2. H&D Tuxedo
    3. Charlie’s Mining Company jewelry
  17. The Raider Beat
    1. Gridders seek comeback against Cavaliers by Jason Boggs, Photo by Janni Darling
    2. Varsity hoop relies on deep bench by Michelle Langdon
  18. The Raider Beat
    1. Building years paying off for CC team by Dave Moliterno
    2. Lady Raiders foresee strong year by Kristi White, Photo by Stacey Sparks
  19. The Raider Beat
    1. Varsity soccer rolls by Kyle Dumas, Photo by Janni Darling
    2. Cheerleaders headed for Honolulu by Ali.shea Hammel
    3. Varsity netters led by sophomore Martz by Tim Jahr
  20. Advertising
    1. University of Michigan Flint