Naugatuck High School - Greyhound Yearbook (Naugatuck, CT)

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PROCEDENTES MR CHITTENDEN Page Sixteen

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P ROC 'E 'DlE'N'T E S L Members of the Class of 1941: In these crucial and momentous days when many nations, through no wish or action of their own, are engulfed in a most terrifying and titanic conflict, the outcome of which no man can foresee, bringing destruction and death to innocent mothers, fathers, and children alike, I must remind you it is not enough for us, living in a land of peace and plenty, to pour out our hearts in sincere gratitude for the many blessings We receive and en- joy. Laying aside all selfishness, jealousies and hatreds, we must prove ourselves through a high sense of patriotism and deep and abiding love for our country true and loyal Americans on all occasions. As you leave forever this school where you have been taught by patient and sympathetic teachers the lessons of life and their significance, to enter life's career in a sphere of wider activity and greater responsibili- ties, it is my hope and belief you will measure up fully to this level remem- bering your obligations to your country as well as your privileges. And now, fellow travelers in a world which sadly needs revitalization, I wish you lasting peace and true happiness. CHARLES P. SLADE Page Fifteen

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Members of the Class of 1941: It is a pleasure to have again the opportunity of ex- tending to the members of the graduating class my best wishes as well as as those of all connected with the man- agement ofthe schools. We have enjoyed working with you during the past twelve years and now that it is time for you to leave the Naugatuck schools, some for further study and others for the world of business, we once more express the hope that your future work will be as interest- ing and as profitable as the years here have been. Where- ever you go and whatever your future activities may be, our interest in you will continue and you may ever be as- sured of advice and assistance should they be required. Each year the world situation becomes more compli- cated and unsettled. Each graduating class faces a con- fused and changing economic and social order. This June, even our Democratic way of life appears to be in grave danger. All of these rapidly changing conditions make it difficult to decide upon a vocation or a career in which the ability of the individual may be used to the best advan- tage. As you face the future in such a situation, may I express the hope that you will continue to follow the course that has been outlined for you by your teachers and by your parents. Only through your efforts and your atti- tudes can we preserve and carry forward those cherished ideals which this nation has guarded for so long a time. HAROLD E. CHITTENDEN, Superintendent of Schools Page Seventeen