University of Montana Western - Chinook Yearbook (Dillon, MT)

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The PASSAGE OF ONE HUNDRED YEARS HAS NOT ERASED The Symbol Of WESTERN GLAMOUR—The MONTANA COWBOY 5

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Over our vast prairies and majestic mountains came men, women, and children who courageously faced hardships, starvation, and death so that our state was able to grow and prosper as a part of a great nation. With these early pioneers came deep fears and numerous disappointments, but high hopes and a strong abiding faith in the future of this unique land. Foresight, courage, strength, love, and aspiration were characteristics of these early settlers who created what we have today from the stubborn wilderness. As citizens and teachers we must accept the responsibilities and obligations which are our heritage, bequeathed to us by the Montana Pioneers of yesteryear. We dedicate ourselves and our efforts to the work begun by these first Montanans. It is indeed fitting that during this Centennial Year of 1964, this Chinook be a tribute to these brave individuals who made Montana the Treasure State. We must never forget that the trail of destiny demands such gifts of the present if men are to build for tomorrow as those of yesterday built for today. 4

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Dedication PROFESSOR LAURENCE A. WALKER We, the class of nineteen hundred and sixty-four, respectfully dedicate the 1964 Chinook to the memory of a fine friend and teacher, Mr. Laurence A. Walker, Associate Professor of Education, who died December 22, 1963, while he was a member of the Western Montana College Faculty. Professor Walker’s contributions to Montana education—as a public school teacher, administrator, and educator—were both numerous and immeasurable. He generously gave of himself so that the individual and the community were better for his having been among us. Though he will sadly be missed, Mr. Walker long will be remembered by his many appreciative students, colleagues, and friends on the Western campus and throughout the state. 6