2 ]na ~b.IJ.al }JtWul In recognition of the tireless endeavors of Mr. Homer E. Cleary to direct and enlighten the destinies of students of McCiymonds High, the Indian staff takes pleasure in dedi – cating this annual to him. As a resident of Oakland since 1915, Mr. Cleary obtained most of his education here. He attended Santa Fe and Longfellow schools, and is a product of McCiymonds, known in his day as Vocational High, where he was active in basketball, baseball, and football. He completed his education at San .lose State College. Following graduation, Mr. Cleary taught at Havenscourt, then called Lockwood, later at Lincoln and Pres cot+. During the war years, he was director of the Alameda County Detention Home. Returning to the school department in 1945, he accepted the teaching assignment at McCiymonds and became head of the in - Honorin9 Mr. Cleary at a fare well dinner sponsored by the men of the McCiymonds fac– ulty, were former teachers here, Messrs. Ben Gold, Charles Cooley, and Russ Freeman dustriol arts department. His happy smile and popularity never waned during his 18 years here. Upon his retirement last fall, Mr. Cleary left this message to the students: My years at McCiymonds were the most rewarding of my life. The faculty has always been one of good fellowship, which makes for a happy school. During my 18 years I served under five principals. I shall never forget my stu– dents, some good, some not so good, some quiet, some noisy, but all fine kids and each contributed something to my life. I hope in some way I contributed to theirs. My great est wish is that they attain the best that life can offer. " The firm, friendly leadership of Mr. Cleary will forever kindle a glow in the revering hearts of all Mackites.
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