COMMENCEMENT Examinations had ceased to be bug-bears and kill joys to the young idea of Oakdale.

The last paper had been looked over, and the anxious hearts of the majority of the High School pupils had been set at rest.

In most cases there was general rejoicing over the results of the final test.

Marks were compared and plans for the next year's course of study discussed.
The juniors were about to come into their own.

When the present seniors had been handed their diplomas, and Miss Thompson and Mr.Cole had wished them god-speed, the present juniors would start on the home stretch that ended in commencement, and a vague awakening to the real duties of life.
The senior class stood for the time being in the limelight of public attention.