Ishpeming High School - Hematite Yearbook (Ishpeming, MI)

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For Donald Sandberg, accountant, this paper doll in case he can't find that missing figure, To Charles Smith, ice dealer, these ashes so he won't slip up on the job. For Dorothy Stephens, air stewardess, this Nervine to take when she's out in the middle of nowhere. To Creighton Sundblad, Alpine mountain climber, this hat to make a hit with his little Swiss miss, Ray Sundblad, architectural engineer in Russia, might want this pair of suspenders to keep his bridges from falling, To Jeanette Tupala, commercial artist, wire clippers so when she works against a deadline she won't be fenced in, When Alice Valella becomes a journalist, this bloodhound will get her on the right scent. For Carol Vivian, musician, this ladder to help her climb the scales. To Francis Williams on the Burma Road, wings to wear, for he will be the first man to make a Greyhound fly. A gift we've given each of you With hopes you'll use it right, To help this world we're living in And make its future bright, PRESENTATION OF MEMORIAL According to an ancient myth, Apollo, the Greek god of sunshine, was worshipped by all the humans of the land, but even so his reign was not altogether peaceful, After the fiood the Earth was covered with slime and from this muck, an enormous serpent, Py.thon, crept forth to terror- ize the people. Apollo encountered him and after a. fearful combat, slew him, In memory of this heroic conquest, he instituted the Pythian games. Later the Greeks began the Olympic games in honor of Jupiter. For days the people met to hold contests of all kinds in friendly rivalry. Sculptors immortalized them in marble, artists in great paintings, and poets in odes. The vic- tprs occupied a place of honor in their commun- 1 y. One no longer has to be a star to play, but the love of sports has come down through the ages from the ancient Greeks to the youngsters of to- day and has led to the competition between the various high schools of the nation in football, track, swimming, baseball, and basketball. The sport with which we are most corfcerned to- night is a general favorite with both players and audiences. This game was first introduced in 1891 and has grown rapidly in popularity since that time until today even the smallest high school is interested in it. To the players, basketball af- fords an opportunity to develop both mentally and physically. They learn muscular coordina- tion, quick thinking and acting, endurance, and above all, leadership, teamwork, and sportsman- ship. Not only to the team but also .to the spec- tators there are pleasures to be derived from this game, The players are few, but to every per- son in the crowded gymnasium there is a feel- ing that he is taking part in the game. Realizing that in order to play well the team must have the best -equipment, we, the Class of 1945, have chosen as our memorial, new back- boards for the gymnasium. These new back- boards have many advantages over the old. They are space savers being fan-shaped instead of square, more durable because they are steel, and they present a better appearance, N-either the audience nor the team will remem- ber them in connection with our class, but any of us who may be on the sidelines will feel a sense of pride that we were able to contribute to the success of our team and to our school which has done so much for us. -MARY LEE ANDREW SALUTATORY MEETING THE CHALLENGE It is with sincere gratitude that I, as a mem- ber of the class of 1945, welcome you, our parents and friends to this our commencement program. Today we are willing to concede that we are living in one of the darkest of eras in the world history, for we have seen boundary lines erased, treaties torn to shreds, liberties trampled under- foot, and governments overthrown. Even though the constitution of the United States, established one hundred and fifty-six years ago, has insured the existence of our way of life, our goverment is being menaced by the indifference, ignorance, and discontent of its citizens as wen as by the evil forces of Japanism and Naziism, Though this picture appears unpromising, doesn't it challenge us to protect and preserve the hard- won rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of hap- piness? Aren't we obligated to keep alive, at any cost, the precious freedom for which our ances- tors struggled so valiantly and sacrificed so much? We realize that since a democracy depends for its vitality and existence upon the character of Page Twenty-Six its citizens, the freedoms that Americans have always held dearer than life itself can be main- tained only by an alert, educated, self-confident citizenry. That means then that the well-being of our country will depend upon our development and growth as individuals, for in 8. democracy immense value is placed upon every il1fiiVfdUa1- Therefore, if we, as tomorrow's citizens, fail be- cause of apathy, ignorance, and indifference to participate in the affairs of the community and to guard jealously the freedoms that we cherish, we alone will be responsible for the downfall of our government. In order to meet and solve the problems of life in a democracy we must be eager to make the most of the opportunities presented us as individuals and be able to lead happy, satisfying lives in the years that lie ahead. The possession of self-confidence, which de- pends on our knowing what abilities and talents we have and how we can make the most of them, is a fundamental requisite for successful living and participation in governmental activi-

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,P For Sailor William Anderson, this compass, to help him chart his course on all the seven seas. To Mary Lee Andrew, teacher, this yardstick so that she can measure her pupils' progress. For Clarence Ayotte, proprietor of a hardware store, this thermometer to watch his profits rise. Douglas Beauchamp, Associated Press corres- pondent, can use this watch so his news will be rightly timed. For Mary Belle Beaudin, future Red Cross Work- er, these wings to fulfill her duties as an Ang-el of Mercy. When Barbara Be-lstrom becomes a dramatic coach, she can use th-ese puppets, for actions speak louder than words, To Betty Carlson, nurse in Tanganyika, a glass- cutter to cut her patients' pains. John Chillman, literary research worker in China, will need this back-scratcher for that moment of relaxation. To Clare Cornish, opera singer, .this tuning fork to help her strike that high C , To Patrick Cullen, aviator, this triangle so he can make a perfect three point landing. For Jeanne Delongchamp, taxi driver, this loaf of bread when she gets into a traffic jam. Roy Delongchamp, building a bridge across the Volga, might get his feet wet. l-lere's a hankie to stifle his sniffles. Ethel Mae DeRoche, occupational therapist, may need this shield if her clay modeling class takes up mud slinging, To Beverly DeVold, beautician, we give this wig for Practice Makes Perfect. Captain William Eckloff may need this dipper if his ship gets off its course some dark and stormy night. To Melvin Eliason, machinist, we present this book, The Mystery of the Missing Tools. For Keith Forsberg, noted singer, this broom to sweep his audience off their feet. Lois Glanvile, future secretary, can use this box of starch to prevent that 5 o'clock slump. For Marjorie Gothe, visi.ting nurse, this spring in case she loses the one in her step. Here's some sandpaper for Lenore Gray, a future doctor, so she'll have a smooth bedside manner. To Betty Gustafson, who will travel in the Ori- ent, this road map to use so she won't take the long way home, For Irene Gustafson, primary teacher, this ruler to Accentuate the Positive. To Walter Hansen, politician, these smelling salts to revive the Grand Old Party. For Mary Vaughn Hcnnessey, government typist, this lcookiej cutter to cut out her errors. To Thomas Hughes, dentist, this hammer to make a hit with his patients. Irma Isaacson, laboratory technician, may need this willow switch to help her find the right vein, To Margaret Ann Isabelle, telephone operator, these extra plugs to use during the rush hour. For Joyce Jackola, surgical nurse, this extra tis- sue iKleenexj in case she cuts one too deep. For Florence Jackson, housewife, this margarine until butter days are here hgain. Betty James, telephone operator, will need these Cheery-Oats so she will always have that cheery 'Number Please. To Barbara Johnson, aviatrix, a make-up pouch so she'll be ready for the camera when she finishes her non-stop flight to the coast. To Bertha Johnson, social secretary, this eti- quette book so she will always know how and when. For Seth Johnson, radio technician, this scoop to pick up the sound effects of an international chess tournament, For Joyce J urmu, pediatric nurse, this lullaby to put her little charges to sleep, To Helen Kaarto, gym teacher, we give this dumbbell to keep h-er fit at 40. For Ruth Kangas, farmerette in Mexico, this shade Qwindow shadej to use when she makes hay while the sun shines. With this pogo stick fashion designer, Evelyn Kipling, will always be two jumps ahead of IOITIOITOW. To Amanda Korpi, bookkeeper, this piggy bank to rob when her reports show a deficit. Evelyn Koski, future nurse in Iceland, will need this hot brick to warm her patients on a cold night. To Elaine Laakso, typist, we give these extra k-eys in case those on her typewriter lock. For Keith LeClair, crooner, this bow tie, so that the bobby socks gang will sit and sigh, To Kenneth Lindberg, gardener, this cart to pull his Dutch Tulip along the Zuider Zee. To Mae Lindbom, librarian in Greenland. this jacke.t to keep her books warm. To Helen Linna, radio singer, we give this trolley to carry her voice over the wines, To hair dresser, Jean Lund, this rat qtoy mousey to puff her pompadour. To Robert Maki, prospective artist, this brush ,to give that final touch. To Donald Maloney. architect, these stilts so that he may rise to Leaning Tower fame, For Marian McCoy, surgeon, this tape to put her patient together again. When Marguerite Nault, social worker in Mexico, becomes tired, these jumping beans will keep her moving. For Ann Marie Nelson, supervisor of nurses, this muffler to smother her yawns on night duty. Leonore Nigra, nurse, will want these bandages to keep her wrapped up in her work. Roy Oja, sailor, will want this Ivory Soap so that he'll always float, Douglas Olien, draftsman, can use this bottled sunshine to cheer up his blueprints. To Alice Paju, factory worker, we give this pair of boxing gloves s-o she can punch time. To Robert Parkonen, contractor, this box of toothpicks to be sure he has enough lumber for his first job. To Allen Perry, electrical engineer, this bag of sugar to sweeten up his currents when they become sour. To Gladys Poirier, future throat specialist, a spear to use when her patient says, There's a frog in my throat, Kenneth Polkki, radio announcer in Mexico, may be able to use this fhatj for his noonday siesta. Kathleen Quayle, sculptor, can use this clay to mould her future, For Robert Richardson, professional baseball player, this Qfly paperj to catch the flies, To Betty Ring, future X-ray technician, we give this light so she won't always be in the dark. To Shirley Rinne, court reporter, we give this net. ibutterfly net! to catch all the dictation. Frances Roti, Congresswoman, may need this bottle of glue to help her stick to her point. Frances Russi, future nurse, will need this wave set to control her patient's temperature curve. Page Twenty-Five

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ties, Within each of us are implanted potential- ities which must be discovered and then used adequately. What a loss it would have been to the scientific world if Madam Curie had failed us upon the .tragic death of her husband by fold- ing her hands and had minimized herself by saying, I am just a person. I can do nothing I nave no ability. Instead Madam Curie an- nounced to the world, I will continue my re- search, for I have confidence, but little else. Likewise what progress would have been made in the processes of healing if Florence Nightin- gale had said, I am just one woman. I can ac- complish nothing alone. Yet after the medical men had retired upon the completion of their day's work, the light of a single lamp could be seen moving from cot to cot, Florence Night- ingale helped not only herself, but thousands oi others, as her efforts led to the formation of the Red Cross. These two women applied to their work their fullest inspiration and trust. We ask, Were Madam Curie and Florence Night- ingale exceptional? Yes, they were, but in faith only. The world was made richer as a result of their having lived, They clearly showed us that the great works of the world begin with one person, for as Emerson states, A great in- stitution is but the lengthened shadow of a simple man. We must remember that it is man who creates, not the organization, for every institution is built by the initiative and enthusi- asm of some individual. For example, it was organization that enabled Caesar to form the Roman Empire, yet it was Caesar who created it. Certainly institutions have contributed to American progress, but hasn't America been built by the initiative and enthusiasm of Wash- ington, Franklin, Bell, and a host of others? Let us remember that a young man of little faith will say, I am nothing and a young man of understanding, I am everything! Upon grad- uation le.t us be men and women of great faith, ready to take our part in the construction of the postwar world, The second fundamental I wish to discuss is independent thought, as it is important that we as individuals plan the life we wish to lead, If we refuse to think, we are abandoning ourselves to the mold provided by our neighbors. It is not easy to think independently, because we are almost exact replicas of our fellow citizens, Since we are confronted with mass-mindedness which permeates American society, we are anxious to conform to the standards of the majority, and furthermore a welter of clever advertising in- sists that we conform. But should we be sup- pressed by fear of group opinion and submerged under a vast heap of artificial standards? As a result of a bitter experience on a Maine stage- coach while a boy, Theodore Roosevelt planned his way of living and then dared to strive for it in the face of stern opposition. This required courage, thought, and determination, yet he learned from this experience and independent thinking his possibilities of life, thus becoming a man who was fashioned and girded to accom- plish what he wished. People who refuse to be automatons and insist upon being individuals possess the individuality which is most essential to the working of a democracy. Today more than ever before, the men and women who dare to be themselves and who know with Emerson that Life only avails, not the having lived are needed to preserve and protect our democracy, As we take our places in the world of tomorrow, we must remember that by seeking always the best that is within us and by living up to it fear- lessly and also by accepting the best of the past we will be prepared to assume the responsibili- ties of adult citizenry and to take advantage of the opportunities offered us. Through faith in ourselves we will enjoy the satisfaction that comes from living life to the full and furthering the life of our democracy. Thus in a land of opportunity where every chance beckons we can reach the peaks of achievement, and as Robert M. Hutchins states, We can do no better than to seek the fullest development of our highest powers and dedicate them to the service of the community. Let us accept the challenge stated by Carolyn Kiyla in Stars Through The Perilous Night : Pick up your feet, Youth! ' Shoulder your burden Youth! That, too, is your heritage, For we see ahead of us down the road over the river, around the corner our gleaming des- tiny, We see the kind of world that we want to live in, the kind of world we can build. -MARY VAUGHN HENNESSEY NOBLER MODES OF LIFE In Leigh Hunt's little story Abou Ben Ad- hem Abou is wakened from his dneams, and he sees an angel writing in a book, When he asks the angel what he is writing the angel replies, The names of those who love the Lord. Abou asks if his name is among them, and the angel says, No. Abou then asks the angel to enter his name as one who loves his fellow men. The next night the angel returned. When Abou looked at the book this time, his name was above all the rest, In this little story the author shows how love of God and love of fellow men are inseparable. As Jesus once said, That which you have done to the humblest human creature, you have done to me, In this world of misery nothing could so much allay the suffering as a Widespread adoption of a love for fellow men. This ideal can be applied in everyday life by maintaining a friendly and generous attitude toward everyone. It can be applied in the post- war world, where there will certainly be depres- sions and unemployment, starvation-even in this country. There will be much opportunity for society to apply the rule of love for fellow men. The less fortunate will need the help of all who are better situated. If a world organization is to succeed, every nation must put aside some of its selfish interests for the good of all and peace for all, The world has never had a greater need than it has right now for the id-cal of love for fellow men. The influence of Christianity seems to be decreasing. The voic-e of the churches of Christ sounds feeble. Religion today plays a minor role in the lives of many. In too many cases people have no connection with any church, and often to those who belong to a church their member- ship and attendance are merely a formality and therefore have littlc influence on their lives. Page Twenty-Seven