Mother of Mercy High School - Mercywood Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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'AYou are thereY Yes, you are there at the Fall of Rome in 756, at the address of Lincoln and the declaration of World War H. Novel experiences are innumerable as the historical past becomes a living present. American history relates the struggles of our forefathers in their successful attempt to found an independent democ- racy. Civics and sociology, a more advanced study of our American life, enables us to more fully understand the political and social institutions of America. HISTORICAL PAST-LI IN C PRESENT The role of China in current affairs is pointed out by M. A. Ashcraft to H. Attenweiler, G. Ruehrwein, D. Korte, S. Cianciola and S. Devins. Classes in world history include the study of current happenings to keep the class aware of international affairs, An article from the publication Our Times is being read by M. J. Nleister to American history students: lst row: M. McXVilliams, M. J. McManus, C. Manz. Znd row: M. L. Seimer, M. L. Shroyer and M. J. Sack. R. A. Grupcnhoff, M. Hoenemier, M. A. Hoffman and C. lasillo listen with attention as L. A. Polking explains the reapportionrnent of voters.

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Adverbsf Verbsf Pronounsf -W an unlimited number of practical advantages obtainable in the analy- sis of English grammar. But e-W don't forget 1,Iif6'I'GfLlI'U.' 'lihough perhaps not Wholly as practical, literature provides that Hextra pol- ished effect. It helps to develop culture in its relation to the thoughts and actions of our fores fathers and the study of more recent writers. Speech, also a part of our English course, tends to develop self-assurance and poise necessary for our future life. 'lihe map of 'lireasure lsland is drawn and described by S. Sherman and M. H McElroy. lireshmen li, vX7lII'7Ull5ClCllUF, S. Carmosino, M. XVirtz. M. Minnich il. Day, Ci. Vogel, C. Cieiger. M. K, liisher. N. l.uken. M. Ciuccia, M, C. l.in- fert, K. Spitzmiller and .l. Moeller enjoy reading Stevensons popular novel . PRACTICAL ENGLISH TO THE CLASSICS 4'Qutf Outf brief candle, l.il'e's but a walking shadow . . . are but a few words of Macbeth which penetrated the ears of each Mercy senior in their linglish study of Shakespearian plays. To add to this extensive study R. Brungel. J. B-runsman. M. A. lfisele, B. Rennecker and l., Birclx listen as B. Burns plays the record of Muchelh, ,naw l 7 ' .::I,E : .'-2:5 . .... . . ...,. . . '3

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qiilnww '-if -f2 'f.'r-fw-1 QQ F-we 'Q' 5 D, Kohl. J. Theuner. M. J. Nleister, M. l.ower, and J. Strassell engaged in treating their own masterpieces -V an intriguing pastime. MA THING OF BEAUTY IS A IOY FORE ER An easel, some paint, brushes -- put them together and what do you have? . . . a masterpiece? . . . a muddle? . . . or should we state it, as just an experience? Whatever the conclusion, most of us are assured of the capability of Mercy's artists. This has been verified in their many posters, room decorations, party favors, event programs and even the clever doodling on their book covers. Always ready with that eye-appealing look to reveal something new and fascinating, we salute the art students, it M, J, Owens strives for perfection ol' detail on her statute ot' St. Joseph. J. Siath. l?, Thompson and M, Hirsch- bcrg complete an artistic interpretation of lfcrdcGrot'e's GRANDCANYON SUITE.