Ursuline Academy - Yearbook (Cumberland, MD)

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Forward Ever, Backward Never We have reached the bay, The ocean lies before us. We, who are graduating, are on the brink of a new awakening. We have come to another milestone. The things that seemed so im- portant a short time ago have lost their significance. Before us lies a World in which we must chart our own course. The path has been pointed out to us, but now, we cannot follow, we must find our own way. We are leaving a happy past to enter upon the threshhold of an unknown future. Each individual knows best the career for which she is adapted. She must apply the lessons she has been taught in the guidance of her course of action. But regardless of the serious thoughts that dominate our feelings these closing days, there is a certain joy accompanying the memories of carefree and happy days of high school life. These we know will inspire us in later years. Thus far we have traveled together. Now, our paths separate. Each one of us goes to her own destiny. It seems to me an opportune time to express our appreciation to our Reverend Fathers and gracious teachers, who have made these hours happy for us and who have, by their edifying example and splendid direction, inspired us to noble deeds and courageous lives. To our kind parents, who have made so many sacrifices for us, we hope to show our gratitude by living up to their guiding principles. And you, classmates, may I remind you that we should keep God forever in our heartsg wc should make the world more God-conscious. It seems to us that the part we play is too small to be of consequence. Let us remember, however, that the strongest fortifications are built brick by brick, and God is our stronghold against worldly temptations and despair. True, we should never set a course without a purpose, but, I say, never set a course without ideals. For high ideals will light the darkest path and uncover even the faintest glimmer of hope. Dear classmates, our Commencement should not be considered the end of an episode in life's drama, but the beginning of a new vista with new encouragement, new opportunities, new experiences. ln all things, loyalty should be our controlling spirit-loyalty to God, to our- selves and our ideals, loyalty to our class and our school, and to our country.

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DEAR GRADUATES: oun glorious, unforgettable years you have spent here in Ursuline Academy, working hard, playing well, always portraying those pure, genuine spirits of Catholic girlhoodg now your graduation day is here. s you began each school year you encountered new thrills, diiierent fields of art, dramatics and sports opened for your exploration and participation. You entered whole-heartedly into the various extra- curricular activities and blazed new paths of glory for Ursuline Academy. EALIZING your many talents and achievements, we proudly proclaim your unspoiled simplicity and willing cooperation in every enthusia- tic undertaking. We designate your motto: EXCELSIOR. SPECIALLY, we remember your numerous theatrical successes, Crusade and Sodality leadership, splendid literary and journalistic achieve- ments, and finally, the excellent scholastic records you have set up for your beloved Alma Mater. rm a little wonderment and awe, the Freshies bid you good-bye, hop- ing that they may easily follow in your guiding footsteps. Even our newly sophisticated Sophs pause long enough to wish you luck. XALTING your virtues and imitating your dignity, the Iuniors wave adieu, while they tearfully murmur valedictory congratulations, secretly bemoaning the fact that they will soon be in your place. ATER on, you will fondly recall your days in Ursuline Academy, so exuberant with fun, excitement and pleasant occupations. Your hearts will be ever grateful to all who added charm and interest to your high school career. AURELS acclaim your outstanding triumphs as Ursuline Academy re- luctantly relinquishes her claim on the class of '41,

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Class Gfficers ' President - - - - - IDA SANTORA Vice President - MARGARET LUHRMAN Secretary - - - ANNA LEE MARTZ Treasurer - - IANE AcKEaMAN Class Patron - - - The Sacred Heart Class Flower - - - - Pink Rose Class Colors - - - Pink and White Class Morro - - - - - Excelsior SEMI! IBS The Graduates' Prayer Dear God, please accept today, the life of each one of us, to keep in Your care. Help us to remember that there is no monetary equivalent of honesty and sincerity and kindnessg and that the real measure of success is the life we build within ourselves. Help us to enjoy our friends and our books and our music, all through our life time, and to work hard and always to keep cheerful. Please, God, never let us become hardened to the beauty You have spread about us. Keep us alive to the loveliness of a flower freshly bloomedg of the curve of a birdls wing against the blueg of the stars and clouds and skyg of friendliness and love and truth. Give us courage and strength and grace, that we may not forget the beautiful truths we have learned at schoolf, I IIQ