Among my papers (saved by mom!) - I found a mimeograph from May, 1973 signed "Senior Class Officers". It was the month before graduation - we were busy those last couple of months - another prom, getting our yearbooks, the graduation and the parties. The letter is too light to copy so I will type it here just as it was typed then.
How things change - it cost the guys $8 for their complete tuxedo - everything!
May 22, 1973
Dear Graduating Senior:
This letter is to help answer any questions that you may have concerning apparel for Graduation on Wednesday, June 20.
It has been traditional that girls wear long white dresses and carry a bouquet of red roses. Guys have customarily worn white jackets with white shirts, red carnations, and black ties, pants, and shoes. This tradition will be carried on this year. It is up to the girl to supply herself with her own dress. Both guys and girls will be informed at a later date of arrangements made for the flowers.
The boys, if they'd like to, can rent all they need from Biltmore Tuxedos. Biltmore will supply white jacket, white shirt, black tie, black pants, studs and cufflinks. The complete charge will be $8.00.
For your convenience, the man from Biltmore will be here tomorrow, Wednesday May 23, during tenth period and after school to measure the guys for their outfits. Please have your money ready tomorrow and if you pay by check please make it payable to Biltmore Tuxedos.
If you have any questions please see Mr. Gregg.
Thank You Very Much,
Senior Class Officers
Just a reminder our big 40th reunion is now about 2.5 years away - don't miss it!!!!
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