Edison High School - Talon Yearbook (Edison, NJ)

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u U ecird “Years of Service” —to Mrs. Schmidt these words meant a dedication to her profession. Her name might not go down in history as a scientist, but her life, in many respects, was devoted to establishing a nucleus for future scientists. By way of inductive experiment more and more scientific knowledge was opened to the world. It would not be inappropriate to say that Mrs. Schmidt opened that way to the youth of Edison Township. In teaching science Mrs. Schmidt kept abreast of the evolution of the times. She encouraged her pupils to explore, to asks questions, and to develop their own ideas. Over a long span of years, Mrs. Schmidt, not only was dedicated to the field of science, but. she also, gave unselfishly of her time in promoting and sponsoring many activities enjoyed by the students. May the Forty Years she gave to the education of Youth be as memorable to her as they were rewarding to the Youth she served. To you — Mrs. Schmidt — We. the Student Body and Faculty, hope that in your retirement you will find a life as full and rich as the one you left at Edison Township High School. 6

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The candle light flickers and suddenly fades away. In the after-glow, we see shadows; then, a beam of light — upon our teachers, friends, and activities. The candle dims and the light will soon he hut a memory, a memory warm and bright — forever illuminating our minds and hearts. We perform our final act as the dim light fades; we light the next candle of life. This is the light of our tomorrows, and its radiant beam becomes the dawn of our future. Inscribed in our hearts is a common goal achieved only by our unyielding efforts to advance. In the light of these golden days are the shadows of fond memories and great anticipations. May this Talon symbolize and remind us of our striving to make the future sublime, while reflecting the brightest rays of our days at Edison Township High School.

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oj Service Friend, public servant, administrator, husband, and father. Each title denotes almost a life time of dedication and service. Yet. the lifetime which has spanned seventy years has been a full and rewarding one for our Board Secretary, John J. Anderson, who has retired from the post which he has served so well for three decades. However, this docs not mean retirement from an abiding interest in the civic affairs of Edison which began many years ago when he marched off to foreign duty in the First World War; but, rather, a retirement which means a little more time for the treasures that he holds closest — his home and family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Anderson played a king sized role in the development and enormous growth of Edison, which, a few short years ago, was one of the smallest county districts with a truly rural atmosphere. It is tribute enough to say that his foresight, his counsel, his wisdom, and his fortitude in directing the business affairs of the Board have brought him recognition from far and wide, and he had lent a dignity to school business affairs that is unequaled or unmatched anywhere. His motto is a simple one: “The best for the children in school at a fair price that everyone can afford”. We all wish Mr. Anderson well in the days ahead. Wc hope that he will remain no stranger to the Edison schools, and that he will be as forthright and watchful as ever. We hope that God will bless Mr. and Mrs. Anderson that they may enjoy many years of good health and happiness. 7