Midland Secondary School - Yearbook (Midland, Ontario Canada)

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M. H. S. REVIEW Page Thirteen message from the iflllapnr Midland, March 2nd, ISIZZS. To the Editor, Midland High School Year Book, 1928. Dear Editor :- It affords me very much pleasure to learn that our High School is now ready to publish the Year Book for 1928. I hasten to extend to yourself an-l staff every good wish for the continued success of your Journal. No doubt enters my mind regarding' your ability to carry on a bright and breezy Literary digest of your school work. It will, I am sure, prove a very welcome visitor to many homes in our town. In its pages, your parents and admirers will find that many items will prove to their entire satisfaction, and that our High School staff of Teachers and Students, are deserving of the great pride in which they are held by the citizens of our town. On this occasion I feel I should address a few remarks to the Students. Evely one of your company enjoys the advantages of being young, and in the formative stage of your career. Faced, as you are, with the most important problems of your life's work ahead, it is my duty to call to your attention the far-reaching con- sequences of your school days. It is your duty for your own benefit, and the advancement of of the larger life of mankind as a whole, that each one should ap- ply the mind and gather every bit of knowledge possible. Educa- tion is one of the few things, which costs nothing' to carry through life and nothing can give you larger returns on cost. Make up your minds to what your life work is to be and decide to reach the top. I know you can succeed if you will only try. The de- mands of our National Life call to you, to help solve our greater problems. Great rewards are waiting for you to claim them. Your School, Town and Country will praise you, so work hard and may success, be your life's partner. This is the sincere wish of GEORGE T. GOODEN, Mayor.

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P100 Fourteen M. H. S. REVIEW' 1Bte5ibent's smarts To the Members of the Literary Society : As the term of the Literary Society draws to a close, the Executive of 1927-28 wishes to take this opportunity of ex- pressing their appreciation for the help which the students have rendered. Early in the term, when elections were held for the var- ious otlices in the Society, the student body was very enthusi- astic and enthusiasm has been retained throughout the year. The reason for this liveliness is friendly rivalry between the forms, The Executive planned a program to bring out the talent of as as many students as possible, and by again putting up the shield for the best form program, rivalry was develop- ed. The training received during these meetings is of great value when school days are over and the student is thrown upon his own resources. Never will anybody regret the time they have spent in helping the Literary Society. In after years it is something to look back to with pride and happiness. The Literary Society adds some finishing touch which can-- not be obtained by merely attending classes. Co-operation is one of the factors which makes a success or failure of the So- ciety and as a result one learns this most important lesson. Another important factor, self-confidence, is gained by those who participate in the programs since they overcome stage fright and nervousness before a crowd. As the days pass and graduation approaches, we look for- ward with mixed feelings of joy and sadness. To some it means leaving the school forever in order to choose life's oc- cupation. To others it is just another step upward in education. To those being separated from their class-mates and old friends, the memories of co-operation and good times in the Literary Society are a solace. To the others the Literary So- ciety is a source of education and enjoyment, and serves to break the monotony of the school year. Years glide by, new pupils enter the school and the older ones graduate. Literary Society ofiices change hands and often pupils elected to fill the positions are unaequainted with their duties. However, through enthusiasm and co-operation the newly elected members soon learn their duties and the pro- grams reach the same excellent standard as they have in other years. The Literary Society has always been a success in the school and this year has not been an exception. The Execu- tive worked well together and it was a pleasure, rather than a task, to work with the members and the students while plan- ning programs. As long as everybody puts their heart into the work. as they have done this year, the Society will be a suc- cess, but only on this condition will it be true. To the Student body offuture years, co-operate with your Executive, and may the Literary Executive of next year,192S-29, enjoy success in all their plans. JOHN P. JORY.