Lawrence High School - Lawrencian Yearbook (Falmouth, MA)

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The Class of 1961 dedicates its yearbook to a man of inspiration, Mr. DeWitt Clinton Jones III. Through his captivating personality and unequivocal judgment, Mr. Jones has acquired the respect and admiration of every student. As a teacher he is unsurpassed. His wise counseling, dry discerning wit and his infinitely stimulating in- tellect extend even beyond the classroom. We express our heart- felt thanks to Mr. Jones, without whose sensitive and realistic aid, the Class of 1961 could never have been a success. His profound character and tweedy appearance shall continue to inspire and remain with us throughout the years to come. Fucker. . . Counselor. . . Friend 16

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HYMN OF LOYALTY I HYMN OF LOYALTY O Lawrence High, we offer tribute to thee, Mentor and Guide, who led us on our way. Hold high the torch that lights us to our duty; We shall not falter when from thee we stray. 0 Lawrence High School, Whate ' er betide, We still shall deem thee our Mentor and our Guide. 0 Lawrence High, thine ancient mission serving, Create in us a spirit ringing true; Teach us to walk life ' s pathway still unswerving, Ready to meet life ' s problems, old and new. We shall be loyal, 0 Lawrence High, We shall be striving to keep thy banner high. By Gretchen Burrough and Catherine Hill Intermezzo (Caralleria Rusticana by P. Mascagni) CLASS ODE Now the time has come, when from thee we part. We pay our tribute to you now. We were forever loyal, honor with love and service. 0 Lawrence High to thee we ' re true. In every way we praise you , We give our thanks; we give our trust. Our memories linger on. And so to you, we bid adieu. We say farewell, Lawrence High. Our future ' s bright, our hopes are high. Lawrence, good-bye. 15

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There are many things that should be said in the annual message of the Principal. I am concerned about the future and the part young people will play in forming this future of theirs. Science, politics and domes- tic and world problems dominate the thinking of all of us. We have all seen on television and read in magazines and newspapers of the methods and the ambitions of communists to dominate the world. Their unwillingness to understand the feelings and views of other people and their clever, well-planned methods of gaining control are things with which we are all familiar. You, as young Americans, have an obligation that should be pursued with a pas- sion. Your obligation is to be patriotic, dedi- cated Americans. Patriotism is more than flag waving; it is something that you must live and practice every day of your life. To love one ' s country, to defend, .praise and be- lieve in it is not an old fashioned ideal; it must become the latest fashion of all Americans, of all people who still have the privilege of living in a democracy if we are to preserve this country of ours. My concern for the future is my concern for democracy, and for what you young people can and will do to preserve it. The millions of dollars, we, as a country, spend annually to combat juvenile delinquency and the millions spent on law enforcement drama- tize all too clearly that many of our young people need somehow to be taught patriotism and need to understand that act? of vio- lence and vandalism are not expressions of democracy. If we are to accept the challenge issued by President Kennedy, . . . to see what you can do for your country . . . let all young people approach graduation with a determi- nation to dedicate themselves as symbols of democracy to live and to act as good Americans. A man who is contented with what he has done will never be famous for what he will do. Let us not be content with ourselves; don ' t leave patriotism and loyalty for some- one else. You take an active part in the affairs of your community, state and coun- try. You do your share to make your genera- tion famous for keeping America the strong leader among the peace-loving peoples of the world. Mr. Russell B. Marshall