Iron Mountain High School - Argonaut Yearbook (Iron Mountain, MI)

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illi lllllilllllllli ---N--NWN Valedictorian and alutatorian Geraldine Lindstrom - Diana Khoury National Honor Society Near the close of each school year, a group of seniors who have shown outstanding qualities oi character and leadership, and who have maintained a high record of scholastic achievement and service to the school are selected to become members of the National Honor Society. These students are inducted into the Iron Mountain Chapter of this society at the last P. T. S. A. meeting of the year. Three members of the class, Mary Ann Spencer, Margaret Dundon, and Dave Free- man, were elected in our Junior year. The others, who were admitted in the spring of their Senior year, make the number in this organization twenty-three. Upon holding an election, the group chose Bob Mortensen as their President and Margarel Dundon, Secretary. We are proud that the class has had more members elected than any has had for many years. Congratulations, honor students! Row 1: Geraldine Lindstrom. Diana Kiioury, Marfyarel Dundon. Robert Mortensen. Rosalie Fontana. Patricia Scheffer. Row 2: Jean Flodin, Margaret Draxler, Janet Steiner. Patricia Fox, Mary Furnu. Marcella Zambun. Beryl Miench, Ellen Cohodes, Mary Ann Spencer. Row 3: Tom Gronlunrl, Raymond Piatii. Jim Verrette. Bill Carpenter, Paul Gingrass, David Freeman, David Dwnrsky, Bill Marcou. Page Sixteen

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N--f-M'-' THE HHBUHHUT Paul Ginqrais, Resident: Pat Sclieffer. Secretary-Treasurer: Jim Verrette, Vice-President. Senior Class History wg., In September, 1945, we were just another class of Sophomores, hesitantly finding our way through the corridors of Iron Mountain High. However, under the guidance of Mr. Egizii, we gained our self-confidence, realizing that before long, we too would be Seniors gaz- ing down our noses at a new crop of Sophomores. We chose Jack Winters, Paul Gingrass, Mary Furno, The ini, and Bob as being the mesters. and Nick Pietrantonio as our officers for the first year. all-Sophomore team of June and Joyce Secinaro, Rosalie Fontana, Anita Cecch- Van Laanen cheered our teams to victory, while Beryl Miench set a new record first Sophomore editor of the Mountaineer. She held that position for four sc- Some of our muscle men in sports were Paul Gingrass, Earle Hosking, Ted Lof- strom, Russ Lundin, Jack Winters, Bob Mortensen, and David Freeman. Behind the footlights Bill Carpenter, Jack Winters, Jean Flodin, Ted DuFresne, and Pat Scheffer made their appearance in the unforgetable MJanie. As Juniors, with Miss Helming as advisor, we turned enthusiastic eyes toward the busiest year of our school life, electing Ted Lofstrom, Earle Hosking, Mary Ann Spencer, and Margaret Draxler as our officers. , Paul Formolo, Nick Pietrantonio, Dave Dworsky and Ted DuFresne, in addition to those previously listed, won their berths as sport superlatives to continue throughout their final year. Gracing our stage for the first time were Nels Larson, Jim Verrette, Sarah Barker, and Joe Negro. With March came the confusion of planning the Junior Carnival with Mary Ann Spencer as chairman, and then the Junior Prom. Under the direction of Rosalie Fontana, and Eileen Gardepy, our gym became a garden of trellises, flowers, and balloons for the theme Summertime We chose LoLo Orella and Bimbo Constantini as our Queen and King. On class night, Margaret Dundon, Mary Ann Spencer, and Dave Freeman were admitted to the National Honor Society. When the fall of '47 came along, we discovered that at long last we were Seniors. Paul Gingrass, Presidentg Jim Verrette, vice-President, and Pat Scheffer, Secretary-Treas- urer were our officers in this, our final year. ' Ellen Cohodes, Mary Ann Spencer, and Chummy Dalquist were among the many who captivated their audiences on our stage. The Senior Hop theme, Four Leaf Clover was a huge success, thanks to the darl- ing plans of Margaret Dundon, Evelyn Syrjanen, and Joanne Frickelton. Our last week, before Commencement night, was filled to the brim with fun and activities, including the Senior Picnic, Class Night, and Baccalaureate Services. With class colors of green and white, and the white rose its flower, the class of '48 closes the book of its high school years with the motto, The future lies not in the hands of fate, but in ours. Page liftctn

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'N--'-'--M-f THE HHEUHHUT VALEDICTORY Fellow Classmates: At this time we are all concerned with those things by which we have laid the foun- dations of our youth-those shining opportunities which make us the promise of America. Entering a world which is open to receive us, we live with a sense of satisfaction for a few short years. But soon, beginning that long trek down 1ife's highway, our own individual thoughts begin to take form, we begin making our own decisions and controlling our own destinies. Every one of us, through the years, has the wonderful opportunity to build his world, a world which is eventually the determining factor of our success. Along the way we may reach out and grasp costly but worthless richesg we may reach out and grasp riches which are somewl at tarnished but have much value for us. These riches may be the food with which we must feed our minds, the nourishment which does mean much to us: it is directly responsible for the physical and mental condition of our bodies, the position of our earthly stations, the success of our many adventures. The strength of a country is the strength of its people, the strength of youth is the strength of tomorrow. Our thoughts and actions are of the greatest importance to all. for it is we who must uphold our democracy, it is we who possess the instrumentalities of definitely contributing to worldy progress. More than a century ago the United States set a goal of universal-free education for all children. Education became the foundation of our democratic society, a preparation for life in all its phases-home membership, health, leisure time, citizenship, employment. Thus the American dream of the little red schoolhouse became a reality, a symbol, a star lighting the path for those travelers eager for knowledge, for adventure, for success. This world has entered a new era, an era of more complexity, also progress. As a re- sult, a real and lasting peace must be insured if we intend for this civilization to continue its progress. This task rests on us-the youth of the world. It is up to us to gather the pebbles with which to build the tower of peace. . In order to accomplish this mighty responsibility we must be prepared. We must be educated!! There is no excuse for any one of us to travel down life's highway ignorant of cur- rent problems, possibly desiring to know and understand these but just lacking the initiative to go out and seek knowledge. With public educational institutions available for all, we are able to go out, grasp, and retain some knowledge. Many universities offer extension courses for classes held off the campus and for individuals or groups taking the work by correspon- dence. Libraries, the modern radio, and forums furnish ways in which individuals may edu- cate themselves. Religious groups, social clubs, business organizations, fraternal organizations, and the like, all provide a means for constructive educational activities. Youths interested in vocational training may acquire this knowledge through apprenticeships and trade schools. Commercially inclined students may attain skill through business schools or agencies spon- soring such training programs. Colleges and universities, though higher on the rung of the educational ladder, are available to those whose abilities and interests are desirable. In recent years many cities, like Iron Mountain, have inaugurated adult education classes for those people out-of-school who wish to further their education. Having completed the first lap of our life's journey, we now come face to face with that struggle against the many vicissitudes of this life. As the time of graduation approaches, I think it is prudent to mention some plain and simple maxims which, if practiced, I am sure will make you estimable members of society and prepare you for that eternity whose shadow ever encompasses your footsteps. First of all, revere God and keep his commandments. ' Be truthful and honest, for these constitute the cardinal virtues of a good life. Practice the policy of being industrious. Labor diligently, and, whatever you under- take, complete with thoroughness because indolence mothers poverty, unhappiness, and crime. Cultivate a courteous personality, for politeness leads to popularity and station. Read good books which have received the commendation of competent critics. Books which have survived the touch of time deserve to be studied. Govern your temper. This fiery steed will carry you into many difficult situations if you allow it to run away with you. Discipline your individual thoughts and actions. Blanche Thebom, metropolitan opera star who sang in our high school auditorium last March 27, says, self-discipline must be practiced if one expects to attain his goal. This refers not only to the world of music, but to every other activity which we expect to undertake. Economize your time, do not procrastinate. Remember that you cannot repossess one single moment in your lives. You must extract what you can from that ponderous wheel whose steady, ceaseless revolutions hurry you on, Last of all, revere your country and obey the laws. Cherish your institutions of freedom and the rights of man. By the observance of these maxims I know we will be inspired to higher motives, a higher faith, a greater love for mankind. May G0d bless and DFGSEFVC .YOU fI'01'fl all harm. The best of luck and succes to each and every one of you, fellow classmates. . Farewell. Geraldine Lindstrom Page Scvcntccn