Elwood Community High School - Crescent Yearbook (Elwood, IN)

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In Memory of Thomas Richard Gusfin The glory of a nation is its youth that blossoms out in all its ability and individuality. The eyes of the world are turned toward youth expecting its ideals and hopes to be carried out by the on-coming generation. Should we not feel sorry to see the blossoms of a rare flower fall to the ground and wither while it is yet opening? Alas, for the premature death of one of great promise who might have enriched the pages of history. Well liked by all was Richard. He was always the possessor of a cheerful smile and was ever ready to render aid to those who desired it. Sportsmanship and sincerity were manifested in all that he attempted. His death was truly a great loss to his friends and family. There is a vacancy in the classroom no other can fill. Many fond memories of Richard still linger though he has passed on. . -Wilm4 St4r1' 4' s H ' ' - '- ,lj I fit, Y ,Q 5 7 .fr .V Y 1 In Memory of Mary Boskey Like 4 flower th4l hlaonzr, then witherr 4u'4y, A trne friend h4J lived, dll!! left nr t0tl4y, In th4t rtill, quiet hour, when Deizthlr Cllfldltlf rele4re, Gently flaring over 4 Jonl rerting in peare. I'in .ture it if well, with 4 friend I0 tletzr, One who war loved 4nd rherirhed here, One of the honert 4ntl faithful, t00,' To her f4n1ily tllltl frienalr the w4.r 4lw4yJ true. She had 4 bright Lllld rheerful w4y, Whirh :hone in her life QI 4 guiding r4y. A Jweet, tender wire which h4J heen Jtilled, H41 left 4 v4e4ncy which f4n'l he filled, Although 4 de4r friend from 45 h4r gone, The memorier of her .rtill linger on. -Erthev' Gill Six

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THE NEW GYMNASIUM The new gymnasium is the biggest asset that the school city has recently acquired. The reason for this is that it can be used for so many functions. It was not built for basketball alone, although it has an excellent playing floor and the best equipment. It will prove to be a real community building for years to come. The possible uses of the new gymnasium are many. It may be used for musical entertainments given by famous musical companies which tour the country playing be- fore high school students and other people. It may be used for general musical festivals such as are being given in many schools each spring. In some cities all of the schools participate in these affairs, singing and playing the music they have learned in music classes, glee clubs, orchestras, bands, and other organizations. These affairs are, of course, usually public and are always well received. The gymnasium may be used for baccalaureate and commencement exercises. Until this year, there had never been a room in Elwood large enough to hold the people who wished to attend the exercises. The new school building makes a large attendance possible, Large banquets can be served by means of a dumb-waiter, installed in the gymnasium for that purpose, which connects the kitchen in the basement with the playing floor. The new floor is large enough to hold indoor track meets, which, no doubt, will be held before many years. Also, school parties and dances can be held in it. Altogether, the entire town is grateful for the op- portunities the building offers. The gymnasium was very well planned. A stage occupies one end of the playing floor. The floor itself has a very fine finish. The building is equipped with the newest scoreboard. In the basement are locker rooms, shop equipment, and a kitchen. The building adequately suits the purpose of the school. With these things added to ath- letics, interest in school activities will be increased. IMPORTANCE OF ATHLETICS Probably the foremost thing in the minds of the average high school student is athletics. At first thought Mr. Taxpayer might shake his head because his money was wasted on facilities for play. He would say it benefited too few. If he really thought this through, however, he would soon see benefits derived by the entire student body. Nothing goes further toward developing good sportsmanship throughout the school. Backing one's team builds good school spirit and a willingness to back other activities. It brings neighboring schools closer together. Although a spirit of rivalry results, it is friendly and serves as a stimulant in making each school strive to excel. It gives the student who takes no part in extra-curricular activities a feeling of use- fulness because he is necessary to boost his team. It brings closer relationship between the school and the people of the city. It offers another source of amusement and recrea- tion for everyone. Seven