Thursday, February 4, 1926
O.W.L. Hike
O-w-l spells owl, but that is not exactly what the above letters signify. However, it is the name of the club at the Academy, or composed of students at the Academy, which held a very successful and well-attended hike last Saturday afternoon. The route taken was from in the vicinity of the railroad station, up over the hills through what was formerly known as the Wakefield woodlot and up to the half-way point above the reservoir, where lunch was served. On the way up appeared many signs, some directing one way and some another, one in particular; which said something about “turn to the right on the straight and narrow way”; another “turn to the left, to the road to sin,” and we leave it to your own imagination which road the majority turned to. The path taken by them was the right one and led to the camp.
Following the feed, the route was down through the Bridgman woods to what is known as the “big slide” and where a merry time was had. There were many spills, but what was missing in thrills as the various members shot down the slide, was made up in laughter and enjoyment on the part of those watching the fun.
It was one of the most successful winter hikes of the season, and we understand that plans are being made for a moonlight hike later on.
100 Years ago in The Hardwick Gazette
Liberation Notice!
This will certify that I have given my son, Michael Robertson, his time during his minority. On and after this date, I shall pay no bills of his contracting; nor claim any of his wages, or property earned or acquired, after this date.
Woodbury, Vt., William Robertson
Jan. 15, 1926
