Fremont High School - Vistula Yearbook (Fremont, IN)

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... Succedd « ► He has achieved success who has liv- ed well, laughed often and loved much; 1 who has gained the respect of intelligent men, the trust of pure women and the love of little children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who has f 4 left the world better than he found it, ,,. whether by an improved poppy, a perfect HKmh| tJfcair poem or a rescued soul; who has never lacked appreciation of earth ' s beauty or failed to express it; who has looked for the best in others and given them the best he had; whose life was an inspiration; whose memory is a benediction. —BESSIE A. STANLEY bedtUcatian This year our school and community suffered the loss of a dear friend and outstand- ing leader, Mr. Paul Bailey, principal of Fremont High School for the past six years. Mr. Bailey, born and raised in Fremont, was always deeply interested in the stu- dents here at school, and also in his many friends throughout this community. He help- ed all of us to become better individuals and better citizens through his influence and example. His main interest was in this school and he constantly worked for the betterment of it. He was interested in the scholastic and athletic achievements of his students and willingly gave the help they needed to carry them through. Another of his main interests was in the sports field, in which he took an active part. He was always seen at the games urging the boys on to victory, and we are sure that no man was ever prouder of a group of boys than he was, whether they won or lost. After teaching at Fremont a few years, he accepted a job as coach at LaGrange, Illinois, and moved there for a short time. Upon his return to Fremont, he became principal of this school and held that position until his death. Mr. Bailey ' s theory of achievement, which was Not to advance is to recede — has become such a part of us that we use it in our conduct, our school activities, our sports, and in our everyday living. Our interpretation of this theory is: We must improve. We must be better and do better than we did last year, last week, or yes- terday. We cannot stand still; we must go forward or backward. If we don ' t improve we get worse. It is impossible to remain the same. We shall long remember Mr. Bailey for the work he has done for his school and community. Therefore, it is with deepest regret and sincere devotion that we, the Seniors of 1949, dedicate this year ' s Vistula to his memory which will always be an essential part of Fremont High School.

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MR. BAILEY This was Mr. Bailey ' s sixth year as the principal of Fremont School. During that time he had gained the admiration of all the students and parents for his successful management and his understanding lead- ership. His untimely death leaves a void in the school and in the lives of those who knew him. MR. MERTZ Mr. Mertz came to Fremont to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Bailey ' s death. During his short time here he has already gained the confidence and admiration of all the students. We hope he will stay with us for a long time to come. Besides being principal, Mr. Mertz also instructs the government class. ADVISORY BOARD Mr. Baker, our trus- tee, is starting his third year in making im- provements around the school. The Advisory Board, the same as last year, has been active in helping him work out his problems. Left to right— Mr. Burl Baker, trustee; Mr. Clayton McNaughton; Mr. George Griffith; and Mr. Robert Vaughn. Page Six This Page Is Sponsored By: FIRST NATIONAL BANK