The Planet is a book put together by the students of The West Street Graded School in New Bern. The principal is J.T. Barber. Graduating class rolls, alumni updates, valedictorian speeches, and local advertisements are included as well.
John Stanly Thomas writes to young students urging them to protect their sense of individuality and worth. He also encourages them to follow the Christian Church and read the Bible. He states "...let us be honest with ourselves regardless of human…