Sutton Memorial High School - Exitus Yearbook (Sutton, MA)

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1-- 4 DEDICATIO We, the class of 1962, wish to dedicate our Exitus to Mr. Donald G. Schwab as an expression of our sincerest respect and affection. He is a man who is well known in our community for his dedication to his work and his years ot' untiring service to our school. It is our hope that his friendship and guidance will he availahle to many students for years to come. 4

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f 5' 7 r I J alll I .1 Dedication ........... A Message to the Class of i962 Gratitude to Past Editors . . . Alfred Deome Faculty .......... Seniors ....... Class History .... Elizabeth Carter Class Will ..... Alfred Deome Selina White Class Prophecy . Gail Anderson David Hare Underclassmen . Activities .......... Sports ............. The close of our Senior Year . Advertising ......... l I TABLE CONTENT

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ONWARD AND OUTWARD QA message to the Class of 19625 As the arrow sped upon its way never more to return, so has your secondary edu- cation passed, all too quickly, into the pages of history. You are now entering upon the realities of life's great drama. In this great game of life integrity of character plays a most important part in determining your success or failure as a citizen in our American way of life. It has been said that Character is what you are and that reputation is what others think of you. A good character, therefore, is of far more importance than a good reputation, since many an individual with an excellent character has had his reputation ruinedbythe tongue of the professional defarner who delights in besmirching an indivi- dual's character through his reputation. The true character of a person can never be blighted by the tongue of an enemy unless he or she by his or her conduct so wills it. It is what I AM that counts and not what people think. Be true to thyself. To develop that type of character which will best fit into our American pattern of democracy, it is of vital importance that each individual strive to: First--I-Ioldtrue to the noblest and finest concepts of those ideals which have brought religious, social and economic betterment to the world of which you are a part. Be not ashamed to admit a Power greater than self. Wherever possible, lift high your voice in protest against a materialistic philosophy--the dregs of a distorted mind. Second--Combat the rise of religious and racial intolerance. Keep ever in mind that the jew and Gentile, the Catholic and the Protestant have all given their full measure of devotion to the up -building and protection of these United States. All are given equal rights under our Constitution--which is purely a secular rather than a religious document. If our Constitution is to be maintained, as it has in the past, it is for eachindividualto see that no man is debarred from public office because of racial, religious, economic or political scruples. Third--Be a thinking citizen. Do not accept as truth everything that is written or spoken from whatever source such may emanate. Think for yourself. Keep an open mind--free from rancor and prejudice. Do not be afraid to use the power of thought of which you are endowed with by the Great Omnipotent and Omnipresent Power. Dictators have gained their power when individuals have ceased to think independently or have permitted their organ of thought to become atrophied. I-Ie who thinks has a thousand allies in the facts that surround him. Tis time to sail! The chattering swallow's come, There blows a pleasant breeze from out the west, The meadows now are springing into bloomg The sea, once -storm-tossed, now has sunk to rest. So weigh the anchor! let the cable run! And sail away with all your canvas set! The God of all harbors says, Begone, And fare ye forth, your livelihood to get. It has been a great pleasure to have had you as a member of my TWENTY-FIFTH CLASS. May success attend your every effort down life's highway. May God's richest blessing bring to you satisfaction and happiness in the years which lie ahead. Donald G. Schwab, Class Advisor 5