Thomas Jefferson High School - Aurora Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

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Ours ls the Heritage of the Future Upon the sturdy shoulders of the youth of a war-torn world falls the burden of preserving the priceless freedom which has been their fortunate heritage. At a time when hate and destruction are the symbols of our enemies, one may View with optimism the passing parade of our young men and women taking their places in the battle line of democracy. Who can doubt the strength of democracy, once he has seen the look in the eyes of A1nerica's youngsters as they are brought to the realiza- tion of the dependence of their country upon them for its maintenance? From 1776 they received the spark of life, but since that time numerous threats have arisen to endanger the sanctity of the nation. Always a great leader has arisen who has provided the genius, courage and inspiration so necessary. And always has the man in the street responded to the call. Today the threat is greater than it has ever been. Fanatics have spread terror in all directions with the avowed intention of dominating the world. Hitler, Hirohito and Mussolini-these are the enemies of the American way of life. It is up to us to contribute something in order to eliminate this menace. If the past is any criterion of what the future holds in store for us, it is with joy that we look upon that future, for what history is as glorious as that of the Red, White and Blue. Thus do we feel secure to meet the hardships and deprivations which are sure to confront us before the victory is assured. In the words of Abraham Lincoln, '4We here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain-that this nation under God shall have a new birth of freedom and that government of the people, by the people, and for the people, shall not perish from the earthf, Max Kurman, Editor l

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Faculty P A G E 6 Seniors P A G E 1 3 Activities P A G E 5 7 Sports PA GE 7 5 Literature P A G E 8 3

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Dear Graduates: All too soon the time has come around where farewells must he spoken, and you begin living your lives midst new scenes and new activities. As you leave us, it is iitting that you take stock of your fine accom- plishments and of those things which you have not done so well. Thus you may know your strengths, and cause them to flourish. Thus also will you learn your Weaknesses, and seek to correct them. We hope that you will think of education as a never-ending process. Whether you go to college or into business, every one of you should strive for more schooling. In the times that are to come, competition for positions of all types will he keener than ever. The better prepared you are, the better your chances of success will be. In this great country of ours, no one need suffer from lack of the opportunity to grow in Wisdom. Today, as in the days of old, 'gW'isdom is better than rubies: And all the things that may he desired are not to be compared to it. On behalf of both faculty and students, I bid you Godspeed. Sincerely yours,