Dedication

To E. J. H. Beard, Superintendent of the Newton Public Schools, as an appreciation of his genuine interest in the student body and his untiring efforts in their behalf for the past twenty years, this volume is lovingly dedicated.

E. J. H. Beard Tributes

Having graduated under E. J. H. Beard is a signal honor of distinction.
     None but those who have worked with him through all their school days, and have graduated, can appreciate to the fullest extent the high moral influence, and inspiration, that Mr. Beard has so effectively and permanently instilled into the lives of Newton students.
     It can be said, without an exception, there is no man in Newton whose labors have been so unselfish and so helpful to his fellow men as those of Prof. E. J. H.Beard.
     His influence for the betterment of this community is too immeasurable to be compensated by earthly reward. -- An Alumnus of N. H. S.

This is the appreciation of the teachers to Superintendent E. J. H. Beard - a man whose consel can point the best way out of difficulties - a man whose liberality allows each teacher to manage his own room - a man whose wisdom is ever a source of inspiration and helpfulness - a man whose daily companionship has made our work brighter and happier. -- A Teacher of N. H. S.

To Prof. E. J. H. Beard, for his willing support and excellent advice in the production of our High School paper, we, the Newtonia Staff, take this mode of expressing our sincere thanks. -- A Member of the Newtonia Staff.

When we, the studens in old Newton High School, grow old, and look back on our school days, we will remember our Superintendent, Prof. E. J. H. Beard, as one of the best friends we have ever had. We wish to heartily congratulate him for having been instrumental in making this last year the most successful year in the history of the Neton schools and in raising our High School to the high rank it holds today. -- A Student of N. H. S.