Hononegah High School - Mack Yearbook (Rockton, IL)

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UUUTH HHIJ DEHIUIIRHCU Some of our prominent seniors in expressing their opinions about de- mocracy as it applies to them as graduates of an American high school say: The youth of, America is receiving training in the public high schools to do their part for keeping democracy alive. Students are learn- ing to work together in harmony for the good of all rather than for self - ish purposes- Q Betty Leech The youth of today will make up the government of tomorrow. Where do these young people receive their training fonfuture government ser- vice? In the schools of America, they are taught the ideals and principles for which America stands. Arlene Johnson Years ago, our forefathers, broke through the wilderness and made their homes, brought up their children and built a democracy. Today, we, as the youth of America, have a new wilderness to conquer, It is a wil- derness of hate, selfishness and a greed for power. The best way to con- quer this black Wilderness is to take advantage .of each opportunity that is offered us for education which will serve us well in the future to bring happiness out of chaos. We must learn to keep happy, healthy. and phys- icallv and mentally fit so that we can Shape the world events t0 the ideals that a demoracy has. Geneva Russell Now, if never before, democracy is be.ing put to its most rigid test. It is in a hand-to-hand iight with Totalitarism. A fight to the finish! We, the youth of America, are being trained for a life in that democ- racy. Our tralnins courses are democratic in principal and purposeour schools are run as democracies, under the guidance of democratic leaders, We are not forced in school. to love democracy, but it comes natural tO' US' 9-S P90919 in T0'03l1'l13rian states now hope that some day they Will be able to Study, to W01'Sl1ip, and to live to their own liking. Jim Gilchrist Students of the public schools of America are allowed freedom -of speech in every class through group discussion. Because of this priv- ilege, fundameniials of democracy are learned. early by AmeY'1Q3n youth and the lessons thus learned ay-ep not going to be laid. aside without a fight to the end! D011 Cllkeman Students of America are the world leaders of the future and since they are being taught to conserve what they have, in the form of a precious heritage of democratic government, there should be no fear for the future, but a dauntless resolution to fight to the end for 3 democratic way of living. .-10...

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THE HHIEHIGHS STHIID Ullllill The Americas are the hope of the world today. People in conquer- ed lands are looking to these two continents to defeat the gangster nations which threaten the freedom of the whole world. As long as there are strong democracies in existence there is hope in the hearts of conquered people that they too, may be free again and enjoy the pursuit of happiness . If the Americas should fail in their attempt to defend their continents this hope might die and then the world would indeed be a bleak place. Never before has it been so important that the two American conti- nents present to the rest of the world a united front to ward off invaders. The success of Pan-Amerieanism will owe much to the Good Neighbor policy created by the administration of Franklin D. Roosevelt. This pc-licy, with Cordell Hull as its pilot and Sumner Wells as its organizer has done more in the past nine years to further good relationship with our Latin-American neighbors than all other attempts prior to 1933. As a matter of fact, if we look at a brief history of our relations with the other Americas we see some justification for their distrust of us. However, the Pan-American Canference at Montevideo. announced that no government may fear any intervention on the part of the United States under Roosevelt's administration . At a special conference at Bu- enos Aires in 1936, President Roosevelt was instrumental in converting the Monroe 'Doctrine into a collective pact. As a result of this change in policy on the part of the United States, the scepticism of most Latin Ameican countries has diminished and the outlook is a bright one for Pa'n-Americanism. The South American people are very much like us. They have the same spirit of friendliness and cooperation that was fostered in us with the development of the West. They have the same desire to do their share in ridding the world of its dictatorial powers as we have. Their country was built up much in the same way as ours. They were under the rule of kings at first but thev shook off this form of government and after some time established a democracy much like ours. It is true that in some of the small countries of South America there are small- pettv, dictatorial powers. but soon thev will be all gone. because South America sees the value and true worth of self government. The Americas are the hope of the world and they will not fail .in the great task that is before them! ' ..9..

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IHSTRUUTUHS Ull PHRHDE O. E. LOOMIS, B. A. B. A. Belolt College M. A. Unlverslty of Wlsconsln Clvlcs, Geography Mr. Loomis has a great deal of pa- tience and is willing to lend a helping hand. There ls humorous twinkle in his eyes, but at times he is very strict and stern. His mental faculties are alert and he is an excellent sportsman. O. F. WALKER B. S. Carthage College Mathematlcs Mr. Vvalker is jovial and friendly and has a spontaneous laugh that makes everyone feel like laughing with him. Enjoys all sports and loves to argue with referees. RUTH NORTHROP B. S. Belolt College English, Latln Mrs. Northrop has a genial personality and is everyone's friend. She has a keen interest in her work at all tirres. and enjoys reading good books. FAY ROOT B. E. Plattvllle Teacher's College Industrial Arts Mr. Root is well-liked by all. He has plenty of initiative and gets the results he goes after. The gleam in his eye ex- presses his happiness and joy. He takes 8. keen interest in working with the Boy Scouts. RUTH RICE B. S. Unlverslty of Nebraska Foods, Clothlng Miss Rice has a very nice smile and ls very charming. She is admired in every-day hospitality and has a vital and lively character. She is active in sports and likes to cook and sew. DOROTHY RASMUSSEN Secretary Dorothy is very efficient and is always busy typing and answering telephone calls. She has a nice smile for everyone and is very patient when it comes to making out endless passes and finding lost articles. EDWARD SHOTLIFF C. CLIFFORD ELLIS ISADORE MUNGER B- A- W- 5- T- C-1 Kalamazoo. Mlchlgan Commerolal Miss Munger is business-like and ef- ficient. She always has a smile for everyone and is very friendly and gm- clous. She finds enjoyment and relaxa- tion in good books. WESLEY GALLUP B. M. E. De Paul Unlverslty Band, Hlltory Mr. Gallup's easy-going nature and his keen sense of humor make him the ob- ject of admiration of all. He is enthusi- astic and enjoys working with others. He loves to delve into history, both past and present. MABEL LAFFIN B. S. Belolt College GlrI's Athletlcs Mrs. Laffin is a fine, all-around sport. She is full of pep and has lots of fun with her gym classes. She strives to give assistance and render aid to any one in need. She enjoys skiing, skating, and all other outdoor sports. VERA MAUDE ROOT B. Ed. llllnols State Normal Unlverslty Engllsh Mrs. Root is greatly interested in her classes and is fair in her judgement. Her step is lively and her manner is brisk. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and enjoys gardening. D. H. HICKS B. S. Wayne Teacher's College, Wayne, Nebraska Sclence, Chemistry, Blology Mr. Hicks has a pleasing personality. He is capable and progressive. He uses frequent gestures with his hands to bring out a point when he ls speaking. His hobby is photography and likes to study nature. O. CARRIKER EMMERSON KEENEY A. R. SAMP