Mercer High School - Hi Times Yearbook (Mercer, PA)

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T II E II 1-7 I M E S ToThe Seniors Tl»e Class of ’26 ranks well in scholarship; promotes school activities; is loyal to the School, ami will he remembered as the Founders of the School A initial—•“11 i-Times . —S. R. Craig. The Seniors? In the words of William Shakespeare, of whom you may have heard, “An ill favored tiling, sir, but mine own. •—Louisa F. McClellan. Only pleasant memories hover around the Seniors of ’26. because of their human qualities, fine personalities, industry, reliability and their constant manifestation of the “Come, let’s do it together spirit . —Bessie M. Miller. Very pleasant memories of my association with the members of the Class of 1926, will remain with me always; not only because of their native ability and scholarship, but because of the genial, pleasant spirit shown by every member. Initiative has been displayed in pursuance of the publishing of this “Year Book”, an unusual departure for our High School, and has set a worthy precedent for other classes. Best Wishes, Class of 1926, and may success be yours. —Mabel E. Munnell. The Class of 1926, is one of the modest unpretentious classes which never seeks self praise, so, they have desired that a number of treatises be written about their good qualities, character, ability, etc. Many obstacles have confronted them during their soJourn in High School and each has been met with the true spirit of their Class. Literaries, Contests, Class Plays and this “Year Book”, have all been rfttacked with the utmost zeal. I feel it can be fittingly said of this Class, that they are first in love, first in studies and first in the hearts of their fellow students. —Gladys Powell. Dear Seniors: You have assigned a rather difficult task, to tell you what I think of you. You are my first Senior Class, so I have no others with which to compare you. You are, therefore, perfect in my mind. You, it will he, who must act as my standard of measurement for my future Classes. It is my wish, that the coming Senior Classes of Mercer High, will be as pleasant to work with, and as inspirational as you have proved to be. —I irginia lleboll. fR)

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7 II H H I - 7 A : 5 History of The Class of '26 As the school hell of dear old Mercer Hi rang on that bright September morning, nineteen hundred and twenty-two, we, the Class of 20, entered the Freshman Room with the shy and modest look which is characteristic of Freshmen. But, underneath was determination to overcome all obstacles and to succeed. Wo soon learned to respect the higher students and to bear the hardships of Freshman life. However, when we became Sophomores, we took up our duties with a good class spirit. Vi e began the year by initiating the Freshmen, and teaching them to honor and respect Old Mercer Hi, as we were taught at the gentle hands of the Sophomores the previous year. It was a hard task, but it was soon accomplished, due to the abundant supply of ambition and good morals of our Class. Finally, we reached the Junior Year without any mishaps. There was a marked change in the Class. We were not the same gay Sophomores but were becoming more dignified as time went on. W e upheld the standards of the Class of 25. and even improved them. As tin year was nearing its end, we were the shining stars of Old Mercer Hi. Everyone was excited, as we were soon to he Seniors. At last, September came which meant we wrere Seniors. As the splendid Class of 26 entered the High School once more, there was a smile on every face, and that one word 4Sl CCESS” ringing in every heart. We set very good examples in conduct and morals for the lower students to follow'—an influence which will last as long as the Old High School stands. But we were soon to graduate and each one to do his part in the world. S r As we go through life, we will he pointed out by those who know our record in school, as the most respected and most honorable students of dear Old Mercer Hi. —Ted Snyder. (10)