Polytechnic High School - Polytechnic Yearbook (San Francisco, CA)

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o ytechnic Administration Principal Congratulates Seniors: To the Seniors: As you leave Polytechnic upon graduating, do you feel that you are entering a chaotic and confused world? Look beneath the surface and you will find that it isn't as bad as y0u think. ' There are still many, many people of integrity, high moral purpose and indomitable COurage who will do all within their power to make this world a better place in which to live. There are many opportunities for young people these days, and some of the jobs and positions are a product of our age. They did not exist a generation ago. The world in which you live is a different: world. It has become smaller; the airplane has caused dis- tances to shrink, and we ,have a new set of world neighbors. Your point of view will of necessity be a global one. In all of this, our country occupies a central position. Our hrst concern will be the welfare of our country. Many problems confront our country, and you young people will be called upon to help solve them. Last but not least, we must stand ready to defend our country against its enemies. This we must do if our country is not eventually to pass into oblivion. My best wishes for you success and happiness, and may you not grow weary in carrying all of these re- sponsibilities in the years that lie ahead. Sincerely, CARL A. ANDERSON, Principal Principal Carl A. Anderson discusses a problem with Secretaries Mrs. Dorothy Andregg and Mrs. Julie Waters. Also helping is oHice helper Beverly Chiado. PAGE FOUR

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177 . V We, the Polytechnic Journal stallc of 1951 and 1952, would like to dedicate this yearbook to the many boys of this class who have left Poly inO defense of their country. ,2 d? 3 We remember them in our freshman year, with their young faces and boyish tricks; our sophomore .p year when they first began to notice the girls; our junior year when the fellows used razors for the first time; and then they were gone. Somewhere at some time during the past year they left us; not because they had to, and not because they wanted to, but they believed in their country and in the principles on which it was founded. They gave up their long-awaited senior year at Poly, and many of them will go on to give up their lives. God bless them, and watch over them wherever they may be. wx:;- ug- '5. Vii 2 17'. E i x H r-r'

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Deans, Offices He p, Too 'Success to the Graduates -Deans My congratulations to yOu, the graduating class of Fall 1951 and Spring 1952. At the rallies you have heard me speak of the fine traditions of the Polytechnic spirit. I believe that most of you have tried your best to live up to this spirit. Wherever you may go, whatever you come to be, face this new job with eagerness. Many of you boys will be going to the armed forces of our country while others will go out into the world and tackle the big business. To all of you, whatever you may do or wherever you may go, my wishes to you for a long, successful career. I realize that before you settle down you will have a score to settle with this world. Assure yourselves that we, the faculty, will follow your progress and suc- cess hopefully. Hoping that yOu will continue to live up to the fine Polytechnic spirit. Cordial regards, PAUL HUNGERFORD, Dean of Boy; Mr. Paul Hungerford To the graduating class of Fall 51 and Spring ,52, I wish to extend my congratulations. You are leaving us to face the world, a world of many new, unusual and exciting things, the world that is now in a troubled situation. We, the faculty, hope we have taught you how to face the problems of this world and to face your new life with calmness and assurance. Our desire is that you will be adequate to meet the demands life places upon you, for we have taught you to the best of our ability. As you face the future in a world of uncertainty, re- member your responsibility to keep alive the right to strive for high school graduation in a free country, for those who will follow you. My best wishes go with you for a prosperous career. SIGNE WALKER, Dean of Girl; Mrs. Walker gets some assistance from Beverly Drocco and Audrey Aldrich. PAGE FIVE