Warren Area High School - Dragon Yearbook (Warren, PA)

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FOREWORD EOPLE go to circuses to escape from lifels harsh realities. This year when the class of 1941 is being gradu- ated into a troubled, uncertain world, it seemed fitting to depart from a strictly serious theme for our Dragon and to remember our years at Warren High School as a circus. Truly these were the happiest days of our lives, the care- free atmosphere, the eagerness, and the zest of our school life will never again be recaptured. Soon after we entered Warren High School, we real- ized with a sense of regret that we could never hope to take in every little act of our big show, yet we were completely fascinated by its delightful suspense and teeming activity. Our high school circus, well-spiced by music, dramatics, athletics, and our ubiquitous clowns, was distinguished from other circuses by enthusiasm, friendliness, and co- operation, for here there were no mere on-lookers-every- one was a performer. Now we, the Editors present this book for your ap- proval, hoping that it may be for you a true record of that greatest of all shows, the circus of Warren High School.

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-l- THE BIG TENT High in air thy spires are tow'ring Gleaming in the light, While their solemn shades embow'ring Way'es the Blue and VVhite- Furling in its tranquil beauty O'er a body true- Sons and daughters hound by duty Give their love to you. Thy bright emblem shining o'er us Shows thy glorious might. Through the years thou safely bore us Spotless Blue and VVhite. Sons and daughters bring thee praises. Bring thee praise and fame, And thy standard high upraises- Herald of thy name. -Ernest Nathan, '21 .

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Administration and Trainers UR Trainers helped us grow up from puppy- hood, patiently correcting our errors and kindly enduring us in spite of our many stupid blunders. They came to know us quite vvellg though they thoroughly realized our faults and weaknesses, they stood staunchly behind us. As we leave this circus for a larger show, we think of their important part in the success of our future performances, and so to them we express our thanks. VVorking behind the scenes, the Board of School Directors collaborated with the Superintendent and the Principals in ceaseless preparation for our show. Their patient toiling formed a steadfast foundation for our whole organization. VVe could not overestimate the important functions of those busy people, the Administration Assistants. With politeness and efficiency, they reigned in the front offices, keeping track of absolutely everything. For the help and the guidance we have received from the Administration and from our Trainers, we are ete1'- nally grateful, and we sincerely hope that we may some- time and in some way repay them for their devotion and their direction.