Carson Long Military Institute - Carsonian Yearbook (New Bloomfield, PA)

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THE CARSONIAN OF 1947 America MERICA is a lanid of peace, hope, and love-a land where one not only has a right to exist and labor for a living, but also from conscientious endeavors can en- joy the fundamental good things in life. America came into its own as a leader among peace striving nations. Our country was founded on peace and freedom, and only when these are infringed upon do we bear arms against others. The home we live in is to each of us a small part of America for in that home prevails free- wdom of worship, ,freedom of speech, freedom from want, and freedom from fear-privileges we as Americans do not do without. America, a coun-try given by God, is cherished by countless millions as a haven for all people. Her children grow up with a heritage unknown to other children of the world. We have schools where every young citizen is entitled to an edu- cation. There are vast and beautiful play- Roarnr C. ELLIOTT Duke 63 Illinois Street Battle Creek, Michigan Corporal 1st Platoon, Company A Varsity Football, ,47 Varsity Basketball, '46-'47 Varsity Track, ,46-Y47 C Club, '46-'47 Intramural Softball, '46-'47 Intramural Volleyball, ,46-'47 Intramural Ping Pong, '46-'47 Dramatics Club, '47 Declamation Team, '46 Glee Club, '46-'47 Decorating Committee, '46 Honor Roll, ,47 Reporter, CARSONIAN Staff. 4' grounds in America where our children can play and be content. The wooded lowland and its various kinds of wild-life, the mountain with its snow covered peak rising above the clouds 'to serenity and peace, and the sea as it thunders against the shore to boast of its limitless power are nature's contribution to our nation's beauty. VVe have just seen the conclusion of a great struggle which could not have been won with- out our participation in it. What made our men fight like demons for every inch of ground? Did they fight for loved ones left behind, may- be a wife and some children or perhaps a sweet- heart and their plans of future happiness? Yes, these men thought of their own, but in their very soul they saw the brilliant white light of American democracy spread its rays of freedom to every corner of the earth. These men will- ingly fough-t for our American ideals.

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CARSON LONG INSTITUTE RANDALL E. DERBY DC1'b ' I2 Vernon St., R. F. D. No. z, Manchester, Conn. l Sergeant lst Platoon, Company A Reporter CARSONIAN Staff, '47 Intramural Basketball, '46-'47 Intramural Volleyball, '46-'47 Intramural Ping Pong, '46 Intramural Softball, '46-'47 Honor Roll, '47 Decorating Committee, '46 Glee Club, '46 The Arm ld Fmfmr Conoolefcenf Hospital MID the scenic hills of Connecti- cut stands a group of buildings which at one time made up a swank prep school. At present it is being used to house the blind veterans of the war who are taking the rehabili- -tation course offered here. This course was established in 1942 by the army for the several thousand men whom they expected to be blinded during the war. These victims of blindness begin their train- ing with a wooden model of the Avon School. After feeling the model with their -hands, they are instructed to walk about the campus with- out the aid of canes or seeing-eye dogs. The trainees are taught to walk so briskly and con- fidently that they defy the thought that some of them are totally blind. Next they take a series of tests to determine what work they are best adapted -to. These tests include one which is similar to our jig-saw puzzle. But, remember this, due to the lack of vision, these men have to feel each piece in- dividually. The pieces, however, are consider- ably larger than the ones we have attempted to put together. These tests are of great assistance. Men who are totally blind or who cannot see well enough to read, receive special instruc- tion in the Braille System, which is used on their playing cards. Throughout the day regular classes are being fheld in music, reading, speak- ing, and all other subjects necessary to help to make a living. I hope I 'haven't given you the impression that all their time is expended on studying and work- ing only, for these men have ample opportunities for entertainment such as dancing, playing cards, talking, and romancing. The girls are volunteers who act as junior hostesses. Some of these men may regain their sight. Others won't. But, even so, men who have had this training are ready either way. This is only one of -the magnificent things being done for the disabled veterans of VVorld VVar II.

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CARSON LONG INSTITUTE NIATTHEXV M. FAUST Mac Mill Creek, Pennsylvania Sergeant lst Platoon, Company A C Club, '47 Track, ,47 Jay Vee Football, 747 Monogram Club, ,47 Intramural Ping Ponfr, ,46',47 Intramural Volleyballi, ,46',47 Intramural Basketball, '46-'47 Intramural Softball, '46 Dramatics, '46 Honor Roll, ,47 Decorating Committee. '46 Reporter, CARsoNIAN Staff, ,47 The zzniofo Valley HEN the adventurous Anglo Saxon first looked upon the Juni- ata Valley, 'he beheld nothing but dense forests and a strange river, but his quick trained eye could see its value instantly. Here he saw the perfect spot to make his home, 'for here was a lovely valley with an abundance of water and game. And, much to his pleasure, it was in- habited by none save a few Indians. Deep in his heart, this stout warrior knew that this would some day be a progressive business center. Immediately, he began to make this the beau- tiful and industrious land -that it is today. He was determined to have the New WVorld hear about the Juniata Valley. True, he ran the Indians out of their rightful home and 'destroyed them. And it was a very bad black mark against -the white man, but he started the work that the Indians might never have done-the building of homes and industry in the Juniata Valley. So called impossible feats were accom- plished. Roads and railroads over the Allegheny Mountains preceded canals along the Juniata River. These methods of transportation brought many people to towns that later became large cities. The valley still holds its beauty and is praised for its reputation. It was proposed in Novem- ber, 1946, that the United Nations make its home in the Juniata Valley since the people in New York, the suggested site, at first objected. It is away from the dirt and noise of the city, yet is within easy driving dis-tance because of the large modern highways. It'saw the hard- ships and pleasures of the pioneers. It saw the struggles for peace in the early days-the people wanted it to see another. Yes, we are proud to live here. That's what makes all of us Americans, being proud of our home and being willing to fight for it whenever necessary.