Susquehanna University - Lanthorn Yearbook (Selinsgrove, PA)

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Mentor Class tetorp FOUR years ago, we, the class of 1913. entered Susquehanna ' s portals as a band of Freshmen one dozen strong. We, as so many at that time, were rather superstitious when we looked forward to ' 13, that un- lucky number, but four rears of college work has convinced us that the year does not make the man or woman. It is the self through the proper study and work under the guidance of such a worthy and able body of instructors, that Susquehanna affords us. When we entered upon our work here, our only aim and hope was to properly equip ourselves with that knowledge that would enable us to gradu- ate in 1913. And so we started out upon a four years journey under the ban- ner, Scientia est Potentia, and four years of the right kind of training has helped us to translate the inscription on our banner with a fuller and larger meaning to Knowledge is Power. Some of our number have dropped by the wayside — to take up other work, some the teaching profession, and still others different work. But to our num- ber came one from another institution searching for that same knowledge, and he accepted our banner as his standard. And yet another, after teaching for a few years, joined our ranks. To-day we number eight, but though we lack in quantity, yet it is quality we seek for, and we find it in a high proportion in the class of 19 13. But we would not ask for undue praise for we realize that those of you who are soon to follow, and those of you who have instructed us in the class rooms, readily know what standard we have achieved and the world at large --hall soon know whether or not we have properly equipped ourselves for the long journev of life which is now before us. Although so few in numbers, we as a class have never lacked representa- tives in the many and various organizations of our college community. Where duty called we always tried to be found ready to act : to all we tried to lend a helping hand. With this issue of the LANTHORN w e are reminded of the fact that we as a clas must soon part, and although the parting may he filled with sadness when we recount the many happy days of college life, however, let us bear up with the hope that we shall he of usefulness in the world ' s broad field of activ- ity; and let us go forth with a determination to do something that shall bring honor to our college. And would that we each one might see that, although 26

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F Senior Poem OUR years ago, dear old S. U. Three years ago again we came, L ' pon thy threshold stood A milestone had been passed, A class ' twould feign would do As Freshmen we were now defunct. what ' s right. But as wise fools, yes — at last. And feign would do thee good. To class we went, from class we came, But these four years being quickly spent, E5ut what more could we do? And having done our best, From sports and scraps we were always By thee upon life ' s road we ' re sent, barred, And by thee may we be blest. For we only had a few. Two years ago we found tradition Lurking in our trail. The college annual must be published, And all excuse would aught avail. We worked and strived with all our might. Our noble little band, And al last awoke in time to find Success so near at hand. Bright College Years, alas they ' re past. As we upon life ' s journey go And we are Seniors now. As Freshmen once again. With deep-concern and much regret. May we do what ' s best and first of all It is ours to make our bow. Quit ourselves like men. But as we through the gate-way For to thee, our dear professors, outward pass, Whom we leave with great regret. May we all so loyal yet few. We owe our hopes, our aims, our all, Stand up and shout with hearts so true, For you ' ve led us step by step. For God, for country and for old S. U. We know not what the future holds Of heartache or of rue, But may the class of 1913, journey on. And find all their dreams come true. 25

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we have been guided these four years by the motto, Knowledge is Power, the time has come when we must give that knowledge opportunity to act before there can be any power manifested. And now as we reflect upon the words of the poet in the following poem entitled. At Graduation, let us go forth ready to stand the test of the world. Out there is the world, and here are you; Above are the skies serene and blue. There ' s never a cloud nor sign of one — There ' s only hope in the rising sun. And your eyes see but the good and the fair In the dreamy — so dreamy — world out there. The call of its voice is sweet and strong; Each bush sends a thrill of hopeful song. The trees are abloom with fragrant flowers There ' s beauty and peace in the summer hours. And the days are forever ripe and rare In the dreamy — so dreamy — world out there. Hut, O, trusting heart, how soon will be — J he change in the morn your eyes will see. The blue of the sky will change to gray, The trees will release their blossoms gay — ■ Your soul will be tried with sorrow and care In the dreamy — so dreamy- — world out there. Then this be your prayer as forth you go; That strength may be yours to meet each foe : That courage may give its hand to thee : That purpose and truth your friends may be : That whatever cross you may have to bear, You may stand the test of the world out there. 27