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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 16, 1981)
SUPERDUCK! Mystery mascot makes merriment for homecoming By ALAN WRIGHT Of th* Emaratd There's one duck from Eugene that won't be flying south for the winter Soon you may see him, a big green and yellow crea ture with a huge bill and wild flaming hair that curls down over his bright yellow cape A giant University of Oregon insignia emblazons his chest, just above his secret "ducko belt,'' which supplies his magical power Sound like a strange bird7 Have no tear, SUPERDUCK ts here! "Superduck can go any where and do anything Superduck is a friend to all," says Wayne Alan Sipe, the man behind the mask Sipe, also known as the Wizard of Magic, says that "mirth, merriment, and levi ty" is Superduck's phi losophy The powerful winged-wonder will appear suddenly anywhere at any time to hype the crowd' and then somehow disappear Sipe and Eugene Down town Mall manager Ray Mclver created Superduck Public relations specialist Mclver has promoted other sensational personalities like Santa Claus and Mr Pump kin He says Superduck will be Oregon's mascot and spirit leader Superduck not only will highlight athletic events and Oregon Marching Band appearances but also will appear mysteriously at campus events, Mclver says Superduck also will quack his way to community events, he adds Mclvers stresses the fowl's mysteriousness Super duck's enigmatic flying patterns confuse his crea tors they don't know where he'll land next Mclver says he got the idea while watching an old Daffy Duck cartoon with his son The next day he noticed a duck bill and wig in a mall store At that point, Mclver decided to create Super duck, a creature "that was comical and yet not a buf foon, just a lovable character." Mclver called on Sandy Photo by Mark Pynes Superduck will quack his way into the hearts of University students and Eugeneans alike this Homecoming as Oregon's official mascot. Bond, a University assistant professor of theatre, for help They sat on the idea and eventually hatched Super duck Superduck not only will help lift spirits at the budget clipped University but also will promote the mall, Mclver says “Superduck will get the community more involved in downtown and downtown more involved in the com munity,'' Mclver says Superduck makes his debut tonight at the mail's old-fashioned Homecoming Pep Rally, starting at 5:45 p m in the central plaza He'll fly in for the Arizona game The rally, financed by the Eugene Downtown Mall Association, is the first of a fundraising series for the non-funded marching band “There are hundreds of things you can do with Superduck,“ Mclver claims, with visions of Superduck dolls, bewigged and billed Superduck fans soaring through his head “It takes a special person to be in a costume like Superduck,“ Sipe says "You have to animate your self ” The duck invites all fans to attend the Oregon-Arizona homecoming game on Saturday He promises a show that displays his "mys terious, magical" powers "Drink your milk and eat plenty of quackers," Super duck quacked I \ .and to think we met • through an ODE PERSONAL Save Big Money IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIilllMHIIIII Make your Thanksgiving & Christmas reservations now. EUGENE TRAVEL 687-2824 Find it in the Emerald Your hosts, Steve and Judy Lesli cordially Invite you to visit \aeho's and try the most delicious Mexican food you'll ever taste. Visit Xaclio** tonight for t hv best from Mexico. \Y. I I III and City View CASH For Textbooks Mon.-Fri Smith Family Bookstore 768 E 13th 1 Bl From Campus P* 34V16S1 Spend an Afternoon on the Job Learn about a career in law Nov. 17 at Johnson, Harrang & Swanson, 1:30-4 Transportation Provided Sign Up: Nov. 16 at 8:30 246 Susan Campbell x3235 Read the Emerald it’s a classic Celebrate the Cyclery’s New Location Win • Maxi Grab-ons • Hanna Pro Helmet • Union Generator Set • Master Lock and Cable • Laguna Sierra Pack • Zefal Pump • Tool Kit • 1 Pair Fenders Sekai 2400’s touring bike Reg $?49 95 Now on sate $299.95 Come in and register for a free drawing to be held Saturday, Oct 17, from 10 a m to 5 p.m The Cyclery • 2650 Willamette Hours: Monday thru Friday, 10-6 Saturday 10-5. Limited to stock on hand Seatood Buffet Sunday, 4 to 10 OREGON ELECTRIC OCTOBERFEAST REGULAR MENU ALSO AVAILABLE OREGON ELECTRIC STATION 5th & Willamette • Downtown Eugene F i 1 First Baptist Church Broadway & High 345-0341 College Class: 9:00 am Morning Worship: 10:30 am Evening Service: 6:00 pm Wednesday: 7:00 pm (Small Group Bible Study) LOOKING FOR INVOLVEMENT? Our College Ministry is growing, both in character and size. This year we can honestly say that if you want to develop yourself or your role in the Lord's family, we have a place for you. You will he ministered to and have an opportunity to minister. Our goal is full fellowship with the entire church family in order to promote personal growth and to honor the Lord. Come find out whot FBC is all about. Acting Pastor: Richard A. Cook 345-0341 Campus Pastor: Ed Mach 484-6938 345-6777 Administrator Robert V. Glab 345-0341
