Archbishop Hughes Memorial High School - Spires Yearbook (New York, NY)

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.nw 32831 CLASS HISTORY History hath triumphed over time, which besides it nothing but eternity hath triumphed. Arrived at our enviable goal after a memorable flight, we wish you to accompany us on a trip of retrospection. Our journey has been most hazardous yet it lacked not pleasurable excitement. Four years ago, The Memorialitef' piloted by Captain Ambition, whirred over the skyscrapers of Obstacle City, bound for the prosaic Port Success. The class of Thirtyfone took passage on the ship, determined to enjoy the trip and profit by every opportunity it offered. According to the Chart, we discovered that the territory to be covered was divided into four great sections-Freshman Valley, Sophomore Lowlands, Junior Plateau and Senior Mountains. Undismayed, we engaged ourselves as mechanics to repair faulty machines, to refuel the engine, to keep our motor well prepared for emergencies. We, as helpers, were under the strict supervision of our officers, our religious teachers, who saw to it that we were replenished with the necessary know' ledge to carry us safely through the nimbus clouds of ignorance and inefficiency. Many were the activities on board The Memorialitef' many were the cares. Since enjoyment was not the goal we were striving to attain, all soon settled down to ship routine. The class of Thirtyfone began its daily task-studying the World from above. How beautiful it all seemed! Soon the terrestrial glory was to be obscured by dark clouds and terrific storms -examinations. Then it was, that even a greater cooperation was needed between crew and oH'lcers to avert disaster. Thus, the members of the class studied more arduously to achieve honor, to hasten the ship to its destination. We flew over Freshman Valley in the allotted time and were proud of our accomplishment. Yet, there were further obstacles to be overcome. The class decided that it must adopt a definite plan for guiding The Memorialiten safely through these periodical StOrmS. We reached a decision. Cooperation with the Officers, Directors, and fellow mechanics, from the beginning was necessary. We must study faithfully every night and keep the engine in perfect working order to insure a continuous, safe passage. This solution the class adopted, and examinations were accepted graciously and passed successfully. Thus The Memorialiteu soared over the second section, avoid- ing air pockets of failed midfterms, and another beacon indicated that our journey was half completed. While passing over Freshman Valley and Sophomore Lowlands, we were engaged in many activities. The crew was talented, and played willingly before an appreciative audience. Many of the Melba type joined the Glee Club. Those who were dramatically inclined sought and gained admission into the ranks of the Drama' tic Club. At this time, a new feature was organized by the class of Thirtyfone, under the leadership of an efficient member of the Board of Directors. It was the Athletic Club which engrossed the attentionof favorites of the daily dozen. This activity was to prove itself, in time, the most popular organization on board The Memorialitef' One Hundred Nm: