West Bridgewater High School - Climber Yearbook (West Bridgewater, MA)

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ADMINISTRATIO

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EDITORIAL We, the class of 1955, have come to the end of one phase of our life-our high school days. During these past four years, we have learned, labored, and laughed and have solved many problems from mathematical to philosophical. One insoluble enigma which has always intrigued me is the meaning of The Climberfl I have come to the conclusion that it can be either or both of two things g it can be an inspirational title urging us on to greater and better things, or it can be referring to the ivy which grew on the old Howard High School, covering more of the building year after year. It is for each one of us to form his own opinion on this question. The ivy on the old building grew progressively skyward, always reaching higher for sunlight. Perhaps The Climber means that we, too, should always reach for higher ideals. Then again, the title may have resulted from the inspiration received from having read such a poem as Gradatim', written by Josiah Gilbert Holland. The first two verses clearly point out that we must go on to greater things and never be satisfied with what we have done. GRADATIM H eazerz is riot reacbed at a Jilzgle bourzdg But we bzzild tbe ladder by wbifb we rife From tbe lowly eartb to tbe zazzlted rkier, Arid u'e mourzt to its Jzimmit rourzd b y roztrzd. I foznzt Ibis tbirzg to be grarzdly true: Tbat a noble deed if a Jtep toward God, Lifting tbe foul from tbe ronzmoiz flod To a pzzrer air and a broader view. As we, the members of the class of 1955, go our separate ways, may each one of us follow those ideals in which he believes and, thereby, bring about for him- self a happy and prosperous life. MARGERY A. McDONALD

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Wig 5-N Congratulations to the Class of 1955 on this Climber. It shows many, many hours of unselfish work in the interest of your class, your school, and your community. You must now realize the real joy of giving of yourselves so that others might benefit. The Quality of unselfishness which you demonstrated with this book is a trait which will carry you on to true happiness. The ability to undertake the tasks which you performed almost daily in realizing this accomplishment will stand with you throughout life. These tasks, I am sure, strengthen your character and increase your respect of others. Show me lack of respect in youth and I shall show you potential problem citizens. Some children want what they want when they want it, the way they want it. They do not sit down and try to overcome their obstacles. They either kick it out of the way or walk right over it. But you, the Class of 1955, with unselfishness, patience, and perseverance have developed within yourselves those qualities which will make your lives more fruitful. Always remember that real happiness comes from within oneself. May I take this opportunity to wish you happiness and success in the years to come. Remember, too, that no matter where life's road may lead you, we shall always be glad to see you again. Sincerely, PETER SPERANDIO PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE