Poughkeepsie High School - Phois Yearbook (Poughkeepsie, NY)

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PHOIS-N1NlY'l'ElSN 'l'XN'ENTY-UNE 3 The Color Guard W To promote patriotism and respect for the flag, a, novel plan was perfected in P. H. S. In an assembly, speakers from the American Legion Post and the G. A. R., pointed out the courtesies that are to be given to our national flag. To help this plan ma- terialize, they suggested the formation of a color guard, composed of students chosen for excellent scholarship, whose duty it should be to raise and lower the flag daily. Acting upon this suggestion. Mr. Fox appointed an honor guard consisting of five boys, who had obtained the best standing in that report period. Every report period forms the basis of designating the guard. The first guard was composed of Harold C. Rosenthal, sargeantg Kenneth Gifford, Walter Smalley, William Wright and Philip Maguire. The duty of the guard is to hoist the flag every school day at 8:30 A. M. At 3:35 P. M., the emblem is lowered. During this ceremony, every student within sight of the flag is to come to attention. The boys should remove their hats with the right hand and place the covering across their breasts. For in- clement weather, the head covering should be raised slightly from the head. The proper conduct for the girls is to stand in a position of respectful attention. All activities should cease and remain so until the raising or lowering is completed. The cooperation of the student body has been ex- cellent. It is a common sight to see from fifty to a. hundred students at attention, while the flag is be- ing raised or lowered. The movement has been inaugurated to foster a spirit of nationalism, and the students of the school have set a splendid example by their conduct. Already the effect of the students' patriotism and respect is being felt throughout the city. That the move- ment is worthy, is not doubted by anyone, and the class of '21 expresses a hearty wish for its continu- ation.