Sunbury School - Owl Yearbook (Sunbury, OH)

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THE OWL fifteen HISTORY OF CLASS 1923 In the year of 1919 we were introduced into S. H. S. with the proud title of Freshmen. We then believed that we had reached the heights of learning. But lo! Not long had we traveled the road of High School when we saw loom- ing up in our pathway a hugh mountain. The composition of the rugged por- tion of this mountain was hard studies, examinations, hazing rules, and the smooth and bright part was composed of athletics, parties, and all social af- fairs. We were all struck dumb with horror, but at last we formed the con- clusion that we must work and strive for the summit. Slowly we began the ascent endeavoring to take a firm footing at every step in order that we would not fall back on dangerous grounds called low grades. In the beginning all worked diligently but as time swept on and on the mountain became more rugged, and some became careless and they took no care in choosing their footing and downward slid, not stopping at one step but sliding many. Some seemed to move on with an easy pace. The way seemed free from obstacles for them, while for others the way was more difficult and blocaded, but onward we struggled, sometimes slipping a step downward, this inspiring us to work and study harder for that set goal. The careless became more careless, indifferent, discouraged, and weary of heart, and looking up they could see moving forms of the others disappear- ing far in the distance of high grades. Many times we were saved from hard and bruising falls by a winding root or firm shrub projecting from out the side of the cliff or by a ray of light thrown out by our instructors into our dark and bewildered minds brighten- ing the shadows there. At the end of many months of striving we came to our final struggle, which was to determine whether we were strong enough to reach the first ledge and be termed Sophomores or remain below. But to our j o-y a number of seventeen stood the test and were classed as Sophomores. We were faint and weary with the struggle which we had maintained, but here upon the ledge we were to remain for a brief length of time called vacation. Here we inhaled the pure and invigorating air which strengthened our bodies and minds for another struggle. Soon we started on with light hearts all pushing toward the same goal, which was to gain Junior rank. Onward and upward we strove. This ascent was not as steep as the preceding one but we kept working, working from daylight until dark. Often as we passed along we saw the signs Do not trespass which were the laws layed down by our experienced instructors. These warnings were excellent ones and bade us beware, for if We broke through into these grounds we were justly punished. Quickly the time sped onward and soon we all safely 'mounted the second ledge together, where we made a stop for a brief period of time. From this second ledge we see very distinctly the top and how light our hearts become when we think of the time when we will stand on the highest point of the mountain and smile as we think we have gained it at last. But let me not for a moment impress upon your mind that our school life has been all trials and hardships for much time have we had for our enjoy- ments, which partly was spent for athletics and we are proud to be able to say that one of our girl classmates received the highest honors ever presented to any girl in the county. We are also proud of the fact that one of our boys received a medal for a worthy feat. We have also indulged in literary work, parties and all kinds of funmaking. - Now we start on again for the last ledge called Seniors, we are putting forth every effort as we sincerely believe that it will not be long until we have reached the long sought for goal. HELEN STOCKWELL, '23

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ws .sixteen T H E O W JUNIOR CLASS POEM I We started to Sunbury a merry team If In nineteen hundred and nineteen. Our band numbered just forty-three. A worthwhile number don't you see? We battled and struggled amid the blast, Striving always to be ahead in our class. Though often times- we failed to succeed It stirred us on to a worthier deed. Some were discouraged, gave up in despair, While the rest struggled on with the greatest of care, And at the beginning of the following year Some were held back, we were sorry to hear. But onward and upward we worked with a will, ,gf reavoring with fervor our tasks to fulfill. V last came our test for the second year, i But our Work was successful in spite of our fear. But now happy Juniors, we, you will findg And because of our conduct we are sometimes behind, But with better endeavor we resolve now to strive To be dignified Seniors, our hope and our pride. if HELEN STOCKWELL, '23 up t