Diplomas Awarded To Henry High School Class Of 1902
The 25th annual commencement of Henry high school filled New Opera House with townspeople. The program featured a valedictory by Russell Sparling, salutatory by George Durflinger, essays by Pearl V. Smith and R Estella Pershing, a violin solo by William Meter, and a stirring address by Dr. T C Burgess. The class lauded faculty, board of education, and grateful parents, noting the school’s upward path and the strength of alumni.
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William Meter
Eli Wright Cornet
Miss Weis
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George Durflinger
Board of Education
Pearl V. Smith
South Africa
R. Estella Pershing
Russell Sparling
Henry High School
Homer Dewey
Elsie Hill
Frank Clift
Estella Pershing
Pearl Smith
Dottie Smith
Moses German
Rey Tullis
Commencement Address and Diploma Presentation at Henry High
Dr T C Burgess of Bradley Institute of Peoria spoke on the newspaper as a civilizing force and the press against abuse, praising its breadth and influence while noting faults. L M Lincoln announced diplomas for the Class of Nineteen Two, urging graduates to think deeply, pursue independent judgment, and face life’s trials with industry and curiosity.
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Board of Education
Graduation Theses and Student Names Included
The notice lists graduates with brief summaries of thesis topics. George Durflinger delivers a Salutatory greeting. Pearl V. Smith argues that trifles shape life and notes many shirk duties. R Estella Pershing discusses Cecil Rhodes as the Napoleon of South Africa.
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Pearl V. Smith
R. Estella Pershing
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South Africa
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