Titusville High School - Optimist Yearbook (Titusville, PA)

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THE OPTIMIST Valedictory Twelve years ago when we entered upon our educational career we little dreamed of the great war looming before us, and the great chaos arising from the struggle of warr.ing nations. Now the war is over, but in its wake follow Bolshevism, starvation, homelessness, unrest and many other changes wrought by the ruthless hand of War. As a result, great fields of reconstruction await the rising generation. We, my fellow classmates, are of this generation and upon us falls part of this work of reconstruction. To Superintendent Koontz, to the teachers and to the citizens of Titusville, we owe muchg they have trained and taught us and have done all in their power to Ht us for our new work. V Now we say farewell to Titusville High School. We shall always have tender memories of our Alma lVlater. But with our farewell to High School we greet a new world, the field of reconstruction and rebuilding. Erwin Fritts. Salutatory Tonight, after four years of High School experience and training, the Class of l923 graduates. Quite naturally the fact may come to mind that on this same night, or on nights lying within this im- mediate period of time, high school classes will graduate all over the American Continent, and in a sense pass on' from things elementary to those farther advanced. Against the background of this measureless activity we, as individuals, appear insignificant and small. But the Class of l923, in graduating tonight, stands as an integral part of this mass of other classes and in that respect is as important as each part of the whole must be. To those who have made possible our High School course we extend our sincere thanks, and in the name of the Class of l923, I extend a most cordial welcome to you all tonight. Paul H. Harris.

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1 i THE OPTIMIST P 1 -if Mary Emma Warner Commercial Course Here is another one of our lVlary's ln school she is a bit shy, but that dicln't prevent us from becoming acquainted with her. As to her habits out of school it is best to refer you to her, or to her chum Mary B. Either one can tell you. Lawrence M. Whiting Commercial Course Lawrence is a quiet, unassum- ing fellow, but just the same he is a good sport. He is going to be our insurance dealer. If you have any questions about any insuranceelife insurance, fire in- surance or any other kind, just ask Lawrence. He can tell youg he knows them all. Da Costa Emerson Williams Latin Scientific Course Doc is the most energetic member of our Class. He only walks about five miles to school every day. Yes, and he is never late either. We don't know him so very well now, but we'll hear more from him in the future.

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THE OPTIMIST Presidents Address Ladies and Gentlemen: In behalf of the Class of '23, I wish to welcome you here this evening and hope you will enjoy our little program at which we have labored so earnestly. The Class of '23 is the largest as well as the brightest that has ever graduated from Titusville High School. During the past four years we have tried hard to represent the standards of T. H. S. We entered school in the Fall of l9l 9, near the close of the World War, and since then we have been striv- ing to reach a goal. Part of that goal will be attained tomorrow night at our graduation, the other part will be attained whereas the coming generation we will take our place in the business and social world of tomorrow. The athletic teams of the High School have made records this year never before equaled in history of T. H. S. To Mr. Bitters, coach of the Football team and to Mr. Emminger, coach of the Basketball team, goes the majority of the credit for the team's success. The majority of men on each varsity were Seniors. Mr. Kuntz came to us this year as our new superintendedt, and in the eyes of the faculty and students alike he has made good. He has given us an inkling in the past year of what he intends to accomplish in the coming years, and it is one of our main regrets that we will not be able to enjoy the benefits. Mr. Stetson became principal of the High School the same year that we became Freshmen, and through- out the four years, has always been ready to help us in our questions and problems. To him we owe a great deal of thanks. There is another member of the faculty to whom the Seniors turn in their hour of need and who is al- gays ready to devote her time and energy to our needs. I speak of none other than the Senior's friend, Miss arr. I wish to extend a vote of thanks to all other members of the faculty who have always shown their readiness to help us during our High School career. To you, my fellow classmates, I wish to give my thanks for the honor that you have bestowed upon rne for the past two years. It certainly has been a pleasure to serve you and I hope our relationship will con- tinue in the future. I thank you. Durand Francis.