Pembroke Academy - Academian Yearbook (Pembroke, NH)

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T H E SALu1'A1onv EssAv--OPPORTUNITY Florence Saturley In behalf of the class of 1945, I welcome you to our graduation ex- ercises. 'Seek and you shall findg knock and it shall be openedx unto you. Today -America presents many op- portunities to those whotare ready to advance one step farther in life. Those who are ready to take this step are known as the youths of America. When our youths are ready to take the responsibilities of Lue in handyduw will need patience and fortitude--fortitude to face the facts while they are seeking and patience to endure the tempter whue waiting for the door of success to open. The opportunities awaiting the youths of America are not to be had in every corner of this vast orbit. America's rapid development has and is still helping our youths to make greater advancement over other youths in foreign lands. p The big factor which makes itpns- sible for America to open wide her doors to the young people is Democ- racy. Democracy has stood foragov- ernment by the people and for the people, and has granted freedom of speech,libert3 and justice for all. This liberty has been taken advan- tage of and the result is new scien- tific methods, greater inventions, and a much better world in which to live. Tod:-y American boys and girls may have a college education and, by earnest work, help their careers to take form. A young man of eighteen no longer needs to work in mine! from sunrise to sunset or to spend his time uselessly. Today he may have an education and education to enable him to have a wmlthwhile P!'0f9SSi0T1- An individual with a thorough ed- ucation has an advantage over the agencies of civilization. Every in- fd C A D E N1 I A N V- - .lr ll, , , , dividunl living in a complex world, such as ours, should be able to prof his physical welfare, to children, to secure the necessities, to organize vide for rear his economic for civic action, to engage in rec- and to satisfy their re- reation, ligious cravings. Education enables the individual to comprehend what life requires of him, If he is a robust individua1,he wED.be able to use to the fullest measure his po- tential gifts. Interest in science a clearer understanding of the body the way to work with others,and the straight way of life are engrossed in the mind of the one who has an education. Education, also, gives us an op- portunity to mingle with others, to express our ideas, and to emplqyour- selves advantageously, during the years while we are yet too young to work. To Lincoln, who studied by firelight, education was considered as one of the essential elements in making his youth a complete one. Americans, besides acquiring an education, have an opportunity to make worthy use of their leisure time. The most appropriate way to spend one's leisure time is recrea- tion. The right type of recreation is a morale builder, keeps the body in a good physical condition,, and takes up the mind of youths. To be a recreational leader allows one to see the development of young people's character by fair play and upright sportsmanship. Recreation has built up an isolated world of its own to which one may retire to avoid the tension and monotony of this progressive nation. Other activities one may indulge in in their leisure time are reading,hob- bies, Christian work. A good time is to the healthy body as med- icine is to a sick one. Education and recreation are two great opportunities but there re- mains the third one. The third one

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THE ACADEMIAN which we find ourselves is con- fronted by many social, political, and economic problems. The war in Europeis over, presentingtremendous issues of reconstruction and reha- bilitation of war-torn countries. New homes, churches, schools, com- munities and cities have to be re- built. Furthermore, new manufac- turing industries and agriculture must be established., The period following the fighting is certainly trying. Millions of prisoners of war have to be dealt with: homeless men and women have to be cared for. They have to be educated to have peace and to govern their countries accordingly. Another proposition is that of constructing a permanent peace. There will have to be an interna- tional organization which willmain- tain peace and security by dealing with agression before it breaks in- to war. We are confident that a better world will arise from the San Francisco Conference providing that the major issues which may arise from time to time can be settled through compromise. True, the lesser nations do not apprechme the dominance of the Big Three in the Security Council: but such dif- ficulties can be settled if we all cooperate. Right here in the United States are many queries which drastically need our attention, The question of postwar immigration needs a so- lution. Shall we completely ban out all foreigners? Shall unlimit- ed immigration be permitted? Or shall they be permittedin restrict- ed numbers, such as on the quota basis? This leads to other issues such as peacetime unemployment and racial problems. We as individuals may consider these problems too confusing, but we must remember that we have to live in a world which results from their effective solutions. Al- though some of us plan to take part in reconstruction, the duty ofprlme most 'of us is to importance for attempt to be a worthy, respectable citizens Taking part in the govern- ment may be the duty for some ofus. Nevertheless, all will be required to accept certain responsibilities, take interest in our government and current problems, and vote in elec- tions, However, the best way to build a better world is to build a better self. As Oliver Wendell Holmes says: WBuild thee more stately mansions, 0 my soul, As the swift seasons rolll Leave thy low-vaulted past! Let each new temple, nobler than the last, Shut thee from heaven with a dome more vast, Till thou at length art free, Leaving thine outgrown shell by 1 life's unresting sea I Everyone in this class is impor- tant to the world. Each is a unique personality with a rare combination of characteristics, and with a sin- gular opportunity to make a contri- bution to society. No matter what path of life we choose, whether it be business, political, professional, or agricul- tural work,we will never forget the good times at Pembroke Academy. Some of us will continue our education, and others will goto workzmany will enter the Armed Services,but in all events, we will be scattered all over the globe. We, the Class of 1945, are sin- cerely grateful to our headmaster, Mr. Beal, teachers, and the Board of Trustees for making our years at Pembroke Academy very education- al, enjoyable, and worth while. we also wish to thank the class offi- cers for successfully steering us to this day of graduation. I am sure that we will all look back to our days at P. A. with the fondest and most cherished memories.

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T T T ti E A C3 A EJ E M I A N --V --- centered around an omnipotent being, God. In America, we do not have one specific church to whichwweare com- pelled to go, but we may select for ourselves the church whichwe desire to attend. Religion is the funda- mental basisci our standard of liv- ing, To go to church is an oppor- tunity we all may have, Eyfbllowing high moral principles,thereis noth- ing to lose and everything to gain. To trust in God gives us a secure feeling. However,we do not let this trust become strong enoughto delete all fears from everyday life. In our Democracy we have four freedmmx freedom of speech,freedom from want, freedom of religion, and freedom these freedoms from fear. All of man can control to a great extent but fear is a menacing problem. A fear when it little child, meets first sees a cow or any animal. A mother has fear for her children of lurking dangers, fear for his family is lows Not only in who are unaware anda father has when his income these, but in many more incidents fear plays a part. To have a better life, we need steady employment for all and equality'h1the distribution of money and all things. 4 The development of America since the Pilgrims first landed in 1620 has provided work fox thousands of people,and work is one of our major opportunities presented to those who are willing to seek its Work is a dependable basis which keeps the bill collector from the doorn There are many vocations awaiting each one of us. There is salesman- ship, journalism, and professionsf We do not need to wait, however, until we are seventeen to prepare for our life work, but we may pre- pare .for it through avocations, There are many valuable avocations such as photography, art,and music. What more could America offer toadd her youths in acquiringa high stan- dard of living? Last but not least is the oppor- tunity to have good health, Here in America we have organizations made up of' individuals who are studying diseases and administering the best of medical care. If it weren't for our boys and girls who are ,able to become doctors and nurses we would not be able to com- bat diseases, Good health keepsus fit for duty and America needs all of its youths in first-class condition, America's progress in medical work has helped to save the lives of all those who volunteer to maintain our liberty. Ameriedh IQA youths help it to keep on its feet during the troublesome times of war, America should be grateful for its knowledge of san- itary .conditions and the interest men have shown hithe welfare of the people. , These opportunities-.education, recreation, religion, work, and health--make up an abundant life. With these Golden Opportunities in view, may we seek them and at our knock, have the door of a new life open unto us, members of the class of 1945. CLASS ORATION-- THE SECRET TO SUCCESS Velma Munroe Some of the members of the class of forty-five willbe more fortunate than Others. The doors in some lives will be labeled Nwalk In.' Opportunities will be presented to gain further knowledge without hay- ing to work for it. During tests, they may have always been lucky enough to sit across the aisle from the class wizardoriwere good in the sign language. Friends may have of- fered them positionsin places where they will be able tc advance rapidly and easily,