Castle School - Drawbridge Yearbook (Tarrytown, NY)

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T'HE,DRAwBR1DGE Nineteen-Twenty .SOPIJOMORE SPEECH lMiss Mason, Nlembers of theFaculty, Guests and Fellow Students: The speech which has just preceded mine was not at all original. In fact, I have seen every word of it printed in a book. Isn't it strange how some people deceive the public? I guess all of you think I have been spying on Friendly Enemies but no, if you look for yourself, you will see each word in Wehster's Standard Dictionary, where most of mine are not found. lVIine are probably from the pocket edition of the Century. As Freshman, last year, we took things for grant- ed. Now, as Sophomores, we have begun to look about and to analyze things. In fact, we have been ap- pointed the psychologists of the school and as psy- chological tests are pretty much in order, we will give you the results of those which we have made. First of all, Miss Mason-It is said that Napol- eon could do thirteen things at once. Miss Mason, we find, is capable of doing fourteen at once and then some. Then there is our dear sister class, the Sen- iors. I-Iere our analysis proved the truth of the statement that the best things come wrapped in the smallest packages, for though their size is not in their favor, we End that the class excels in sweet- ness, wit, dramatic ability and most of all, in in- telligence. I ' Next the-Juniors took our test. With them we found the exception which proves the rule of the best things coming wrapped in the smallest bundles. VVC discovered them to be so bright that it is only by dint of much effort that we can maintain our superi- ority to them. We have discovered that the notion that all Freshmen are green, is but a figment of the mind. Our Freshmen are not at all that way but scintillate bright colors such as purple and gold. In our examination of the Forms, we find plenty to relieve the dignity and solemnity of the other classes. We esteem them and are glad that we have them with us. The Primaries are too young to take our test but it is their one ambition, to be like the Sophomores and we hope that some day they will be. We will now turn the light on the faculty. It is due to their mental ability that we have passed these tests. I am certain that if they were to be examined, we would find them far above the aver- age. No doubt you all have noticed our head light, which is not only reflected but shines o'e,r us con- tinually. VVe admit that the cost of artificial light is very high, but this particular ray ,which we are very lucky to possess, costs us little--merely our love and respect which we all are very willing to give in abundance. ' It certainly is a pleasure to see so many sweet faces surrounding me tonight and I feel quite hon- ored to have held the floor so long. I appreciate the attention which you have shown and I hope that you are not too tired or bored to let me talk at least an hour and three quarters more. If you will now fold your hands and give the closest attention, I will draw my conclusion, thanking you for your interest. V A Our psychological test has proved the Castle to be one hundred per cent above the average. Ten- nyson says, We are a part of all we meetf' If that is true, and we believe it is, then by the time our life at the Castle is ended, we expect to be women who can see life in its right perspective and who can meet it with a cheerful and sane mind. FRESHIMAIN SPEECH lNIiss Mason, lVIembers of the Faculty, Guests and Castle Girls: As I walked through a shipyard one day I took careful notice of the different parts of the ships under construction and I marveled at the amount of thought, work, and skill put into them. The world at large has known the necessity for strongly built and well equipped vessels but the demand for these is nothing in comparison to the call for educat-

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THE DRAWBRIDGE' Nineteen-Twenty ln these happy surroundings, we dream about peace, Though Senators squabble, the hope rays increase When we see once again in triumphal march The gallant defenders of Liberty's torch. Wfith faith in our country now kindled anew- Thoughaliens and strikers are dangerous, they're few- l et loyal Americans solemnly vow To stand by the Hag-to begin here and now. By most serious work along with their fun, Remembering that powder is to use in a gun, That tresses unshorn, clean faces we find lndicate to the world a clear and sound mind. lVhile nations are quarrelling, weld like to suggest That we have a league which has withstood the test Of twenty-Eve years, and a leader so strong VVho has drawn a clear line ltwixt the right and the wrong. Had she and her able colleagues been consulted The ratification would have early resulted, And the fourteen sharp points, which caused such commotion - W7hen our President, armed with them, sailed 'cross the ocean - Would long since have been settled, and amendments been made Which like our rules, would have proved such an aid, Although bound and hung in a sombre black book VVhich no one finds time to remove from the hook. lf we'd make for Democracy safe the whole World, lTwere well that that banner of blue be unfurled H And carried aloft, as the standard of right, By this small band of Seniors, to bring the world light. VVe toast now your President, gentle and true, And, golden-haired mentor, herels a toast now to you! Our hearts 'gainst the next class 'twas hard to keep steeled, As in orange and black, they marched down the field. Always our rivals, so dauntless and keen, V But a bit of advice--on the Seniors don't lean. See the cheery young optimists, so splendidly led, Of their spirit and courage there is much to be said. We love their bright blithesomeness, laughter, and fun, - And by just such morale life's battles are won. Though steadfast in friendship, and still a free lance, From banner to banner, Forms merrily, dance. 'Mongst the kiddies where shines more than one brilliant mind . It wouldnlt surprise us a Daisy Ashford to find. And as to the Juniors-they speak for themselves By their number and brains-but shyness compels Me to modestly hide my own personal view And as to public expression-leave that to you. , But one thing we will say, though boastful it be, That we have a comrade who brings us to see That spiritual light, with its radiance, smothers All but the most noble actions of others., And now we ponder on the year that has passed: Though dangers have threatened, the blessings fell fast. . We give thanks for a President, fearless and wise, To uphold his ideals, he patiently strives. We give thanks when we see on Pacific's far coast A mayor enforcing the law at all cost. And thanks when Massachusetts a governor returns Who stands for the union, and compromise spurns. And here looking ,round on our much increased ranks, That SunnyvieW's ours, we most heartily give thanks. While miners are striking, and Bolshiviks plot It makes more apparent the peace of this spot. We look at the coal pile, and study its size And think of the forethought that back, of it lies. We're thankful we're cared for, from morals to coal, And among minor blessings, a full sugar bowl. But why should I try now to name them at length For it takes of your time, and taxes my strength, But the .thing we're ,most thankful for, donft you i think, friends, I'm right? Is that welre Castle Girls, and it's Thanksgiving night.

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THE DRAXVBRIDGE Nineleen-Twenty ed and purposeful American lVomen. As I passed on and Hnally came to a completed ship ready to brave fierce storms and squalls, I thought of what an infinite part each section had played in the build- ing of it. How much like our Castle this ship seemed. A ship cannot be built without some one to do the planning for it, a person who will direct the building with untiring zeal and care. The completed ships which have gone out from this shipyard of Miss lVlason's bespeak the careful guidance that they have had not only from Nliss lVIason, the General lVIan- ager, but from the faculty which represent the fore- men who had overseen the building of his or her par- ticular part. To begin the construction there must first be the unmodelled material, and here in our shipyard this would be our own dear primary, which after com- pleting the five necessary processes launches forth. The next is the assembling room where the seg- ments are Hformedn and the work begins. :lNfIany parts are dismayed to find that they require a little more polishing before they can actually be called one of the four main sections. Pausing at a dry dock where the keel of a new ship was being laid, I stood for sometime watching the men working on it. Following up my idea, I compared the laying of the keel of the vessel to our class, the Freshmen. VVe are aiming for a perfect foundation because a Haw at this stage means that the entire ship will be unbalanced. VVe are fortu- nate in having as the foreman of our class, lVIiss Giessler. Next comes the frame work corresponding to our rival class the Sophomores, which also has to be sub- stantially strong. Sophomores, you came out higher in the test in hockey between our classes which prov- ed your strength, even though you did lose to the Juniors, your work was well done. After the keel is laid and the frame work finished, the machinery is installed. This must be put in just as accurately as any other part. Your mettle was tested, Juniors, and proved to be of the best and strongest. Following this the ship is ready for inspection and all the finishing touches are added. Everything is made perfect in preparation for the launching, Com- mencement Day, when the ship goes forth to take part in helping and uplifting mankind. This part of the work represents our Senior Class. lVIiss lVIason has done her part toward the call for educated and purposeful American Women when she has launched a ship. There has never been a vessel that has left Miss lVIason's shipyard that has not carried out a great purpose and served people in all lands and in every way. I now close my speech expressing our hope that this famous shipyard may continue its fine work for many years to come under the splendid guidance of Miss lVIason.