PRINCIPAL, MR. REHRER. TURNS OUT VICTORS
Dear Graduates,
The hope of every athlete who enters as a contestant in the Olympics is to equal or excel an established rec–
ord. Every task undertaken by us in our daily lives presents a similar challenge to each of us who has the ambi–
tion to succeed. To be satisfied with the record of achievements of the past represents contentment which may
well lead to stalemate or even disaster. Constant search and research to improve the physical and cultural aspects
of our nation are not only desirable but mandatory if we, as a free society. expect to survive among the nations
of the world.
It is difficult for most of us to understand the value of the effort put forth to conquer outer space. However, it
appears that the nations' leaders use this venture, regardless of cost or sacrifice, as a means to impress each other
with their superiority . In this race to prove themselves superior, the goal of the enemies of the free world will be
the acceptance of their philosophy of life and form of government.
Your knowledge of forms of governments, as learned in high school, should make each of you determined that
the ultimate goal of our rivals for supremacy shall never be realized.
Since colonial days our freedom has been threatened many times. Whenever this has happened, we have re–
affirmed our stand to preserve it regardless of sacrifice or cost. Had we been content to continue to employ the
use of weapons and methods of colonial warfare, defeat would have been a certainty.
As graduates, you will have the opportunity and responsibility not only to maintain, but also to improve the
lot of mankind. Regardless of what you do -- enter college or other institutions of learning or training. take a
job, or enter the armed services of our nation -- we urge you to be as determined to give of your best as are
the athletes who enter the Olympics. This undoubtedly will help assure you a happy and successful life.
The faculty joins me in wishing you a happy and successful future.
Very sincerely yours,
Clayton D. Rehrer, Principal
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