Houlton High School - North Star Yearbook (Houlton, ME)

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lessly before us. Everyone of us, in the past, has been challenged by seemingly un- surmountable difficulties, which, having been conquered, have made us the stronger and given us a clearer insight into the meaning of life. We should believe that there are no problems too great for those who have learned to master previous ones with confidence. VVith thoughts like these we may ap- proach tomorrow with the greatest expec- tation that by using our talents to the best of our ability we shall safeguard tomor- row for all who follow us. Patricia Clarke Student Government The General Organization of Houlton High School was formed in June of 1945 when the student body ratified the consti- tution presented by a committee of stu- dents from all classes. The first student council, which has served faithfully and well this school year of 1945-46, was im- mediately elected. The officers Were: president, Roger Jackinsg vice-president, Richard Hatch: secretary, Clara Gartleyg junior members, Mary Skehan and Paul Millerg sophomore members, Cleo Boutil- ier and William Holdeng freshmen, Har- riet Bamford and Frank Totmang faculty advisers, Mrs. Fairley and Mr. Sharp. It is the duty of the council to promote closer cooperation between students and teachers, to carry out the demands and wishes of the student body to the best of its ability, and to do anything in its power to benefit the school. During the first year of its existence the council has undertaken a variety of activi- ties. The assembly committee with Cleo Boutilier as chairman arranged the sched- ule of assemblies for the year. The social committee with Mary Skehan as chairman planned the social events as well as direct- ly sponsoring two evening dances, two sun- light dances, and the dancing at recess to the juke box. The staff of reporters with Henry Baulch as chief sent news to the Pioneer Times each week. A committee with Billy Holden as chair- man has worked out a point system of awards so that those who serve the school in ways other than musical or athletics may receive recognition. A committee of Junior Boys, Richard Stanton and Melvin Hovey, has taken charge of the bulletin boards for the year. tContinued on Next Pagej l STUDENT COUNCIL

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major city was having racial difficulties. Some sections even had to mobilize their state guards to quell the outbreaks. We have intolerance in governments, unions, and managementg but above all, we have it in ourselves. It is easy for us to place the blame for this lack of toler ance on larger groups, but we do not real- ize that we are the cause of intolerance in the larger groups. We must have toler- ance if we are to maintain the peace and security of the world, but intolerance will continue so long as it remains in the in- dividual. H. Baulch DESIGN FOR LIVING The immediate future cannot help but be an intensive period in the history of Olll' intricate world. As the events of yester- day are studied and compared by those who are alive today, so will the present events be pondered over by our descend- ents. Thus the far-reaching effects of our successes and failures upon the future will only be known in their true perspective by those who come after us. Our world can only be what we our- selves make it. Whether our country re- mains the strongest in the world, or wheth- er another country rises to claim the title we have lost is not important. Many na- tions have risen and fallen in the past, and the future, we may be certain, will prove the same. What really matters is the spirit in which we, as peoples of the world, meet the problems which confront us, and the wisdom with which our leaders solve our difficulties. If we are discontented and unsure of ourselves, such is human nature that we will listen to the unwise counsel of those who wish to use us and our coun- try for selfish and often wicked ends. As time goes on, new leaders will arise among us. It is up to us to understand exactly what these leaders plan and to give care- ful thought to all decisions. Only those with high ideals and ambi- tions should be allowed to guide us, for we have seen what destruction can be caused by misdirected energy and ambition. To each of us life is distinctly individ- ualized. Fate has taken us, as separate personalities, and placed each in a seem- ingly insignificant position. Separately, it is true, we are insignificant, for no man, however intelligent or powerful, can solve the problem of life alone. It is people col- lectively who make the world and have the power to control their destiny. We should have no fear of the straight, but often unpaved road that stretches end- ENGLISH CLUB

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All elections have been conducted by the council, as provided by a recent amend- ment. The council worked diligently to secure a recreation program for the youth of the community. As the council and the members of the G. O. gain experience, they will undoubted- ly be able to accomplish more and to take on greater responsibilities. C. Gartley Organizations Although the Honor Society, under the supervision of Mrs. Howe, hasn't been so active as it has been in preceding years, it is still one ot the most prominent organiza- tions of the school. Forty dollars has been earned, of which ten dollars was given to Mr. Lambert for the Red Cross. The offi- cers for the first semester were: president, Barbara Charlton, vice-president, Lois Tompkins: secretary, Vaughan Totmang treasurer, Thomas Martin. The officers elected for the second semester were: president, Barbara Charlton: vice-presi- dent, Lois Tompkinsg secretary, Vaughan Totmang vice president, Eleanor Haleyg secretary, Virginia Dickinson. In order to be a member of this club, one must have an average of ninety or over. The English Club, under the guidance of Miss Kennard, has again this year taken in many new members. The officers for the first semester were: president, Richard Hatch 3 vice-president, Madeline Dechaineg secretary, Virginia Dickinson. The second semester' they were: president, Richard Hatch: vice president, Thomas Martin, and secretary, Virginia Dickinson. The new members who came in .after mid-years were initiated after school, and all mem- bers enjoyed a supper prepared by the senior members and served in the Home Economics room. A junior must have an A for two consecutive quarters, and sen- iors must have a B to be accepted into the English Club. The Hi-Y Club, under its faculty advisor, Mr. Lambert, has twenty-five members. The requirements for this club are Q15 good scholarship, 123 .Christian character, and, 13,5 mga ethical standards. , The offi- cers are: president, Dick Hall: vice-presi- dent, Russell Taylor: secretary, Henry Baulchg treasurer, Vaughan Totmang chaplain, John Richards. The H-club this year consists of the out- standing athletes of the school. The offi- cers are: president, Jimmy McGatfing vice- president, Paul Millerg secretary, Henry Baulchg treasurer, George Pray. The Senior Red Cross, under the direc- tion of Miss Rowe, and the Junior Red Cross, under the direction of Miss Wallace, this year have taken the making and the sending of sunshine boxes as their project. These boxes are sent to schoolmates who are in the hospital. The Future Farmers of H. H. S. are part of a National Organization of boys study- ing ariculture. The boys, of whom there are about two hundred thousand in the nation, not only study in regular school classes but are also required to carry on farming programs outside of school sult- able to the part of the country where they live. The officers are: president, Fred Annettg vice-president, Melvin Hovey: secretary, Donald Sewallg treasurer, Carl Gray: faculty advisor, Mr. Wood. The boys again this year plan to plant several acres of potatoes. The Glee Club, a large group consisting of sixty-five of the H. H. S. girls, and the Girls' Chorus, consisting of sixteen girls, are under the able direction of Mrs. Arn- old. The snappy H. H. S. band this year with its black and white uniformed members is under the direction of Mr. Robinson. We all agree that H. H. S. would be lost with- out its band playing at assemblies and many other occasions. Barbara Charlton OUR CIRCUS IS BACK 4 V For the first time since 1942 H. H. S. has been able to have her annual circus. At the time that this article is being written the sale of tickets had far exceeded the ex- pectations of the office. Those hard to get articles like floor lamps, radios, and nylon stockings are being offered to the public as prizes. With scores of attrac- tions of every description not a dull moment is expected from the opening min- ute to the coronatlon of the Queen.