Northampton High School - Nesaki Yearbook (Northampton, MA)

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Tomorrow Y A MOST of us look toward the future yearningly and hopefully. For us, that future is expressed aptly in the word l'Tomorrow. The dying patriot who had fought for independence knew the worth of this as his dimming eyes wandered toward the horizon, and smiled with the thought that tomorrow would bring peace. Whether in France, England or America, individuals were united by these ambitions for freedom and laid down their lives with the utterance of liberty on their lips. Yes, Tomorrow opened up, as it were, splendors to the ambitious soul like the horn of plenty spreading riches to the deserving. The panorama of History, as it unfolds before our eyes, portrays human sufferings and attainments which point out a lesson to us. Let me cite a few notable examples of this undying devotion to the cause of tomorrow. EUGENE O. BALCANOFF The Romans, a wealthy people whose lust for power caused them to ignore this priceless possession of freedom, were overthrown. Gibbon, the famous English His- torian, says that the conditions which existed at that time are existing today and that we are looking more and more for wealth rather than liberty. The eminent French philosopher, Rousseau, who is often given credit for starting the French Revolution, kindled an immense enthusiasm for liberty as an inalienable right. The Puritans sep- arated from England because of the love that they had for freedom. The friendship of France through kindred sympathies concerning the identical cause was aroused by the American desire for independence. Today we are confronted by problems regarding the same issue. Dictatorships, an aftermath of the war and of grievances directly caused by war, demonstrated the peoples' dissatisfaction by forces which led them to be participants in this. Blinded by petty discontents people accepted the doctrines although contradictory to those indis- putable rights such as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness which Thomas Jef- ferson advocated in his preamble to the Declaration of Independence. Thomas Paine, also, in his Common Sensef' enumerated these principles as cause for our separation from the mother country. The innumerable issues which challenge us tend to be confusing, but youths are becoming more and more aware that they must play a greater part in National Af- fairs. To students aspiring to advancement in learning, these trends are significant, and their solution materially depends upon us. Eigbleen

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Qoroitsafssssno 0 Q65 e Nflliifflfxlf-3QfSj2 - FLASH - Season 1935-Hockey-Classical Girls Rank High-Ellen Keenan, Hockey Cap- tain, Reports Successful Season-Team Ties for Championship with North-Season 1936-Basketball-Manager Louisa Clark Reports Championship Tie with South- Both Teams a Credit to Miss Whitin, Coach. as Pls rk -NEWS ITEM- Argzzr Board Har Party Residence of Lillian Newfield, Worcester, May 1936-The members of Classical's renowned Argus board and their faculty adviser, Miss Shaughnessy, after a successful year of editing the school's paper, had a much-deserved party here last evening. The staff reporter was not allowed to be present, but it is thought that Barbara Tolman and Lillian Newfield must have been able hostesses for the occasion, because, besides the eats and games, there were all sorts of favors-from packages of spinach to Shirley Temple Cameras-for all the guests. It has even been rumored that a certain very digni- fied English teacher was seen returning home, in the wee sma' hours of the morning with a dime novel tucked under her arm. Because this report has not been verified, we find it necessary to let our readers draw their own conclusions. P14 ek 23 - NEWS ITEM - Deme Fog Reported Room 43, Classical, Feb., March, April, May 1936-A group of bewildered Seniors, members of a class in Virgil's Aeneid, are reported lost in a thick fog here today. Their Latin teacher has abandoned all hope of rescue. Laboring under difficulties, the re- porter, in search of a story, nearly collided with Violet Gilbride and Barbara jordan as they were groping their way to the doorway in search of overcoats and blankets. They claimed that a brutal attempt had been made to freeze them to death. Both said something about open windows. On the left, the reddish blush of jimmy Reynolds could be easily made out. The girl beside him must have told him that he had pretty eyes. In the rear, the faint forms of Eddie McCann, Dick Drohan, Charlie Hassett, and Eddie Scanlon were faintly descerned. They seemed to be giving free, yes, very free translations of the affair between Dido and Aeneas. When the newspaperman left, Joey Edinburg was still attempting to pass a questionable-looking note to Louise Jordan or one of his lady friends down front. The fog was still very thick ..... Much later report: The mist in Room 43 has been reported as lifting-Edna Jeffery has just concluded her recitation. - LATEST FLASH - june 1936-Class of Nineteen Hundred Thirty-Six Leaves Classical Forever- High School Draped in Mourning-Special Day Set Aside for Leave-taking-Touching Exercises Held in Mechanics Hall to Commemorate Occasion-Graduation Speakers Valiantly Control Sobs Until the End ..... Katherine Sinclair, Clair Historian Sevenleen

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,9 WW W L.,-L., , . 7.7,-XL... f . , . . . ,W , SE iveercauesesaei Q 0 ,MEQTH-IIS QQ As we progress through school, we gain discernment sufficient to prevent us from becoming prejudiced. Tolerance and a kindlier outlook on the world will be of immense value. lt is today as it was yesterday, and indeed always has been, a question of values, a balancing of qualities. If the more malicious elements gain sufficient strength, we have wars and disagreements. In view of these turbulent times when Europe seethes like a boiling caldron, it is for us, as citizens of tomorrow, to overcome these pernicious elements and fearlessly attack the inherent ills, gaining assurance from the fact that ours is the problem of remedying Nationalistic principles. Let us then take arms against this sea of troubles as pioneers were wont to do. Let us adopt their noble example of boldly setting out for new frontiers against formidable odds, since theirs is a glorious instance of Americanism and Heroism. Helpful and healthful attitudes have been given to us by our teachers. This heritage will be of permanent value to us as we enter new fields. We must not be dismayed by recurring depressions, their ramifications must not instill terror in our hearts. As the seeds of wisdom gain root in our souls, we shall gain confidence. To- morrow's performance will be a credit to past teachings and endeavors. Let us then liken ourselves to pioneersg let us pave the way for a better Tomor- row, a Tomorrow where yesterdays fallacious prejudices, fears and misunderstandings receive conscientious burial. With increased confidence and courage beating in strong breasts, valiantly we set sail for new shores. Hope like a fresh west wind spins us onward toward friendly and cheerful destinations. We shall, perhaps, steer our ship through stormy waves and rocky channels, but like our forefathers aboard the Mayflower, let us be exultant in the vision of the promised land, our ears attuned to life's problems and eyes undimmed by fog or wind, always gazing onward. A new paradise beckons us to new attainments. For us, that promised land is Tomorrow.', Our rewards for this attainment have been best expressed by the late Rudyard Kipling when he says- And only The Master shall praise us, and only The Master shall blameg And no one shall work for money, and no one shall work for fame, But each for the joy of working, and each, in his separate star, Shall draw the Thing as he sees It for the God of Things as They are! Nineteen