Penn Joint High School - Penn Point Yearbook (Claridge, PA)

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Mr. Glenn Campbell Mr. Alex Davidson Treasurer Mr. John P. Davis Mr. Anthony Mauro Mrs. James McHugh Secretary Mr. George Newell President Mr. Andy Reger 8

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ADMINISTRATION

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The search for knowledge is as old as man himself. Because man has searched, and found knowledge, he has moved his home from the cave to a modern brick edifice with numerous modern conveniences. He has changed his farming methods from a stick to the modern tractor. He has changed his clothing from the skins of animals to those we know to-day. In all phases of life we have made many improvements because we have increased our knowledge. The Bible teaches us that man cannot live by bread alone. That truth in itself is proof that we are in need of more than the material things of life, such as food, clothing, and shelter. We are also taught in the Bible to seek first the Kingdom of God, and then, the other things will be added unto us. One of the greatest scientists of this generation, Dr. George Washington Carver, contributed his success to God and looked upon his many discoveries as God revealing himself to him. Because of this attitude, Dr. Carver freely gave his discoveries to the world, so that all the people might benefit. Surely this man possessed great knowledge, and it seems that the more he shared it with others the more he possessed. If there is a formula for knowledge, it looks as if Dr. Carver has found it. May you, the Class of 49, discover the formula and use your knowledge for the benefit of all mankind. To The Senior Class of 1949: To you, the Forty-Niners of Penn Township High School, we extend our hearty congratulations! The term, Forty-Niners, has a rich connotation. Historically, it is a reminder that the manifest destiny of a great people had become a realization. Likewise, attention is centered on the fact that a love of country, a pride in the American way of life; and an understanding of and respect for the American heritage of freedom have long been a part of the American tradition. Significantly, the designation reminds us of the typical pioneer or frontiersman, the most American individual in American history, and of his courage, industry, independence, devotion, sacrifice, and democracy that manifest his character and moral fibre. Geographically, the frontier is gone. Yet you are pioneers in a new age, with unlimited new frontiers open to you—in science, public health and welfare, transportation, communication, and trade. The opportunities these offer graduate Forty-Niners of the twentieth century will challenge and demand the same energy, fortitude and moral character of the true pioneer of a century ago. To realize any real goal you will have to be motivated by the greatest devotion to your country and sincere respect for the American heritage of liberty. Yours becomes the challenge to help keep your country the Homestead of the Free.” 9 MR. QUENTIN KINTIGH Supervising Principal