Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute - Breezes Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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ROOM 11, “THE MILKWEEDS” A glance over such a distinguished group as the Milkweeds of P.H. will convince even the most skeptical that, were we in some place where there is no competition, we could be the most promising bunch of pen-wipers in any black-walled room in schooldom. Perhaps our achievements fail to convince, but at least we have kept our worthy pedagogues busy, and no teacher dare say he has had nothing to do in our room. However, we are convinced we can make good our claims. The Prize Weed Mr. C.—Marshall, dispose of that gum. M.—Yes, sir. Mr. C.—(five minutes later)—I thought I told you to put that gum in the basket. M.—It is only a small piece which was suspended on a molar excrescence, and then rescued by bicuspid activity. ROOM 12, “THE FORERUNNERS” Room 12 has been too much occupied with academical work to waste it’s valuable time on such frivolities as parties. Therefore no “society note.” The wasted cheeks and hollow eyes indicate that, at least, is taking the comjng exams, seriously! Notice! Great discoveries have been made by certain members of the class. We have in our midst Robert Scott. This is not the only celebrity that Room 12 can boast of, for “St. Pat.” has been doing us the honor of gracing the room by her presence; also “Capt. Cooke,” who dis¬ tributes her corn seeds liberally. Class Officers President, Patricia Paget; vice-president, George Craig; secretary- treasurer, Signy Stevenson; librarian, Beth Carpenter. ROOM IS, THE “LUCKY”—SOMETIMES Exams, over, exams, to come, and brief respite, then, “for all we have and are.” Meantime, sport activities—baseball, basketball, etc.—and let the teachers take the hindmost. Certain changes of officers have been made in personel of Room 13 inner cabinet—These should, of course, be known. Room officers: Presi¬ dent, May McKinnin; sport captain, Bert Nelson; secretary, Hilda Miller; representative, The Writer. A Poem—Perhaps As we look out of the window On these bright and sunny days, We’re glad we come to school And at our books we gaze. 14

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oom IXumourg ROOM 6 Inside Dope During the late wintpr, Room 6, successfully exercised their cramp,ed muscles, and brains, in an exceedingly delightfull “snow-shoe” party. What? Did they have eats and a swell time? Well, I should say so. In fact, certain members in the “male division” haven’t eaten since. Dec. 1—The casualties on that date were not as heavy as expected, because of the opening of the institution at 9.30 sharp. In Room 6, it was as follows: Mr. Kelly, who arrived at the usual time of 9.25 and, finding himself on time, was seized by a severe spasm of fits, etc. Later he became delirious! He may recover. There were many similiar catastrophes, but they explained they had forgotten. About three members stopped coming to school because of the shortening of the hours. “We haven’t enough time as it is,” were their last words. Mr. B. Borjson, an ex-member of our class, left suddenly because of sickness, and the natural generosity of the room presented him with a large basket of fruit, candy, gum, etc. Whether it was the shock or not we do not know, but unfortunately he has not returned. Another great event of days was that J. Samson and M. Hinkle came in on time. They both explained this unusual phenomenon with the very feasible excuse, “The clock was wrong.” We would suggest that at the beginning of each term the class teacher, for the benefit of the students therein concerned, put upon the bulletin board a list of all the excuses for lateness used the year before. NEWS OF ROOM 8 “The Stenos” We all felt greatly indebted to Gordon Brooks, t he oratorical wonder of Room 8, whose address did so much to bring J. H. into the limelight during the contest. Room 8 would like solutions to the following (no prizes given): Who rang Phyllis’ Bell? Why don’t Noel Black and Eddie White start a taxi business? Is Myrtle Almond really a nut? Is Gordon’s Brook a tributary of the Assiniboine? Does No-el Black know everything? Does Pizey ever get a shock from his hair? Is Ham well cured? Does Olive Vopnfjord ever go vamping in a ford? Has Swan got a long neck? Is it possible that the appearance of the season’s most popular waterproofs was foreseen when it was quoted, “Dull drab and dark are gone.” Student—But I don’t think I deserve an absolute zero. Chemistry Teacher—Neither do I; but that’s the lowest mark I’m allowed to give. 13

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ROOM 15 “The Mermaids” A jolly evening was spent by the girls of Room 15 on January 7, when a successful tramp was held. After tramping on the banks of the river, the girls returned to the home of Doris Hawkins, where the remainder of the evening was spent in dancing and singing. Girls and Boys, Take Notice: Dellie Birkmyre has been elected president of Room 15. Iona Robinson was the former president, but she has left school. Though we lost in our last game to Room 13, we were successful in defeating Rooms 12 and 14. Old Memories A former member of the Collegiate wishes to know if Mr. Smith still remembers the biscuits on which the girls of the 1921 P.A. class fed him, and the reason for his absence next day. Favorite Sayings of the Teachers Mrs. Elliott: “Mind the school teacher!” Miss Dowler: “The exams, are near at hand, so govern yourself accordingly.” Ainslie Milne. ROOM 18 Epic Poem I sing of arms and heroes That go to school each day, To listen to a lot of stuff That they might use some day. And as I gaze around me, With countenance serene, My eyes fly wide with wonder— I’ll here depict the scene: Choric Song At the front of the room stands Mr. Hoole With English flowing fast; to school Us in its many uses. And then the myriad accents flow, And words that make us wonder so, And humorous abuses. He tells us of great Shakespeare’s works, And how the lotus eater lurks To make us lose ambition. He tells us not to say “afeard,” And tells how Shelly trimmed his beard, And how to use “munition.” 15