Fairmont West High School - Dragon Yearbook (Kettering, OH)

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The Admiral of The Fleet THE master of the Van Buren Line is a level- eyed, sea-faring man by the name of Barnes. He mans his vessel Well and no matter what his cargo he can be trusted to bring it to port in the best of shape. He has Weathered many a stormy gale and during a lull has pacifled mutineers, or fought pirates as they clamored over the rail and tried to gain the deck of his brig. Many a tale this salty codger can tell 'ere an hour is up. Although he is a man of duty, he often turns his command over to the Captain and staunchly walks towards the ballroom. This is an improvement over the old days and he likes this modern idea, for he loves music. Upon entering, he salutes Maestro Haines and in a pinch leads the orchestra With steady and efficient hands. Smooth sailing, Admiral, and may your ships sail on, and on, and on. The Captain of The F. H. S. Dragon THE Captain, J. E. Prass, is not to be forgotten. A finer mariner never sailed the seven seas. His calm understanding manner has quieted many a Wild billow and his strong hand has brought the DRAGON through the narrow- est of channels. His favorite cargo is education and he hauls it wherever he can. His friendly interest in those about him, and his deft, liberal Way of dealing with renegades has made him an admirable character among his sailors. Even those Who have been his ship- mates for only one voyage heave a sigh of sorrow on departure, While those of four voy- ages, who board another ship, Wipe the tears from their eyes as they Walk down the gang- plank to the dock. Before his smiling countenance, they Wave good-bye and shout Bon Voyage, with trembling voices. A ship never had a better sailor, nor a sailor a better ship.

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Shipls Engineers THESE engineers of the S. S. Fairmont are seldom heard but often seen. Yet, behind the closed doors of the engine room, they repair the huge en- gines, and do their work with steady nerves and a clear mind. When the boat is in troubled waters or a blowin' gale they await their superior's orders and then speedily obey them. Among the numerous duties of this group are such things as discussing the ship's problems and deciding upon the exact course of the voyage. The passengers' difficulties, getting acquainted with each other, thefts, and un- comfortable quarters are thoroughly discussed by this council. Activities are carefully carried out by various committees which are appoint- ed by the chief engineer. One of the most important of these is the assembly committee which is composed of seven members: four engineers, two from the crew, and a leader which is the helmsman. This committee plans the numerous gatherings and talented passengers are chosen to take part in these assemblies. However, special lecturers and entertainers are often requested to perform. It is easy to see that the engineers play an important part aboard ship, so, smooth sailing, seamen, and may your engines always run smoothly. STUDENT COUNCIL er Dickinson, James Hartsock Nancy Britton, Richard Burns Saskowsky, Jeanne Warner Hunter, Charlotte Burkhardt Left to right-Jack Irons, Esth- Virginia Lowry, Walter Pres- ton, Joyce Glrissom, Walter David Baird. Absent-James

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MATHEMATICS HOMER VVAGNER, First Mate Successful navigators aboard our ship learn to read our sextants accurately through the varied mathe- matics courses available to us at Fairmont. We learn to rely upon exact knowledge to help us stay off of rocks and hidden reefs which we encounter on the voyage. ENGLISH LAURA KENNEDY The publication of the monthly ship's log has been taken over during the last semester by English stu- dents. This is only one of the many branches of English which are open to passengers aboard the S. S. Fairmont. ENGLISH CHRISTENA WAHL From six bells in the morning until three bells in the afternoon, classes in stateroom 103 are busy under- taking novel projects. Under such a system our imagi- nations are kept busy at all times. Students are active participants in panel discussions and various experi- ments to make English more interesting for everyone. ENGLISH LEAH FUNCK Entertainment on shipboard consists of class plays, an operetta, many interesting programs for assemblies and clever radio programs broadcast to the various staterooms. By including as many different students as possible in these activities, our passengers soon overcome all signs of stage-fright. ENGLISH Ross VVAGNER Throughout the year in English We dock for a while here and there and interest ourselves in puppet shows, speaking, Writing and giving oral reports on hobbies and other subjects. All of these activities combine to give us a broader understanding of English in action.