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Tit • THOM ASONIAN 19 4 3 The Thomasonian Log Sept. 1939 to June 1943 1939-1940 Sept. 5, 1939—The good ship “Thomasonian set sail on a four-year voyage through the seas of Catholic education to a port of honor, “Graduation. With Captain Sister Robcrtine at the helm and fifty courageous and ambitious sailors as a crew, we are filled with hope and determination to reach our destination . . . we will succeed for we have faith in God. Our first year of sailing reveals a spirit of cooperation. Oct. 2, evening—In the crowV nest, our lookout spies a new continent, “Debating.” Ocrr. 3—Our ship anchors here and three willing sailors, McCrea, Dalton, and Dinger embark on its shores. They thoroughly explore the region, making startling discoveries, and returning with many honors. Ocrr. 20—Men on board play shufticboard (football) with a crew of men from St. Justin's ship, gaining an amazing victory. Celebration is held aboard ship. Oct. 30—The sea is calm. A cool and mysterious air hovers about the ship. We reach a small island called “Initiation Isle.” Now occurs our first trial and, though inexperienced, we are united. We prove by our spirit in handling the dangers facing us that we are part of this ship, “Thomasonian,” ready to meet and conquer all that obstructs our course. Nov. 5—Student Council is formed and we resolve to strive to maintain high standards of good seamanship. 1940 1941 We have entered Sophomore Sea. Weather is uncertain. Storms may be approaching. Our debaters arc at the stern onward striving in their duties. Members of our crew, Whalen, Faust, O'Keefe, Gordon, and McCrea, discover an island and acclaim it for their own. This island, “My Tom-Boy Girl,” is reached only by earnest practice and endeavor. These gobs steal the show and always will be remembered for their fine performances. Feb. 9—Sorority and Fraternity groups stage a winter dance on the top deck. This reveals our cooperative spirit and becomes a financial assistance to the ship. 1941- 1942 Our voyage is half completed. Sept. 4—Some of the crew attempt Latin for the third year; others remain below or on the first deck and choose the easier, Spanish. Dec. ;—Oceans and seas are in fury! Pearl Harbor is attacked by the Japanese! Dec. 8—War is declared by the United States! One dauntless sailor. Baker, leaves our ship and boards the U.S.S. Terror. We sail through the rest of the year with these thoughts uppermost in our minds. May 12—After long months of preparation we sponsor a memorable occasion, the Junior-Senior Prom. 1942- 1943 Voyage is in its last phase. Two valiant defenders of our rights, Walsh and Fletcher depart from our bounty and become sailors in the U. S. Navy. Oct. 27—Senior members of the Catholic Federation hold a dance and proceeds go to a missionary sailor. April 27—Colorful Easter dance is given by the Seniors. First classmen. Tierney, Undercoffer, McCue, and McDonough weather the storms of Cicero and Virgil. June 13—The ‘' Thomasonian” is launched at the great seaport, “Graduation.” In memory of our four years of hardships and successes, we arc proud of our accomplishments, and grateful for the religious instructions and care bestowed on us by the Dominican Sisters.
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