Palacios High School - Ebb Tide Yearbook (Palacios, TX)

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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

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 Qaiplt CP Ylewdom Cil tScnCO l« To the Members of the Graduating Class: My Dear Friends: When the Roman Emperors sent out special proclamations, their emissaries 'rode forth equipped with sword and diploma.' the sword being carried as an emblem of power and the diploma as an emblem of authority. 1 hese diplomas written on prachment and bearing the seal of the government gave the bearer, as a representative of the Emperor, the right to free lodging, fresh horses, and the use of public servants. Hence, the diploma has come to signify a written document, conferring some power, privilege, authority or honor upon the person to whom it is con- ferred. The diploma which you received was given you as a mark of distinction. It confers upon you certain honors and privileges which the average citizen does not have. Those with whom you are associated and with whose life you come in contact have a right to expect more of you than they expect of the average. If you accept these honors and privileges without also accepting the responsibili- ties and obligations, you will have proven yourself unworthy of the diploma that has been conferred upon you. For that reason. I urge you to be ever mindful of your responsibility as a high school graduate and do your best to see that those who rejoice the most in your success will not be disappointed. With best wishes, Ralph Newsom Superintendent of Schools