Elmwood School - Samara Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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4 SAMARA AND SO another year has passed and if we look back on it we may see our many achievements and our few failures. We all do make mistakes, but the most important thing is that we must learn by them. We all strive to better ourselves, but what have we done for our neighbours? Have we tried to better their lot by a smile or a kind word or an act of helpfulness? When we stop to think of all we have, we sometimes overlook those people who live in other parts of the world and are not so fortunate as ourselves. Our homeland has never been torn in two by civil war in which brother fights brother. We have never had to flee from our homes and seek refuge in another country far away among unknown people whose language and customs are so new to us that we are bewildered and lost. Therefore, in our land of happiness and freedom, let us be aware of the gifts which God has so bountifully bestowed upon us, and be grateful and thankful. More important, let us try to help those not so fortunate as ourselves, and each in his own way, pray to God that all men may be free and happy. And so let us try to live up to those ideals for which so many men are fighting today, and for which so many men have died: peace and freedom, unity and love. 3n iWemonam It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mr. Clement H. Buck. Mr. Buck, the husband of our former Headmistress, for over thirty years from the earliest days of Elmwood was a familiar figure at school functions. The young boarders thought of him as the Father of Elmwood, to whom they could take their problems. Often he was seen walking with the girls and, in his quiet unassuming way, talking with them and helping them to untangle their confused ideas. In the business line he was a tower of strength to the school, in a very practical way. Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Buck in her bereavement.

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SAMARA 3 Dear Elmwoodians, As another school year draws to a close, I find myself deeply grateful that we have made some progress towards developing at Elmwood worthwhile values in the world of today. Our School motto, Success is naught; endeavour ' s all has had practical application. Many of you have tried sincerely to develop to the best of your ability the talents you possess. Even though your results have not always measured up, you have made a be- ginning. Your effort will not go for naught. Our Friday afternoon discussion groups have seen you busiest with problems of Current Events, Drama, Music, Art and Philosophy. I have felt your young minds searching for truth, and I have been reminded of the words cut in stone over the entrance of the College I attended years ago, shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free . To get a glimpse over the wall, to shed a pin-prick of light on the riddle of the universe, is what men down through the ages have been struggling to do. This takes vision. May you have the vision of Elmwood ' s purpose. May you realize the opportu- nity that is yours to make the vision a reality. William Temple, Archbishop of Canterbury, explains the purpose of the present day in these words: Now is arising on a scale never before seen in the world the Christian fellowship which extends into almost every nation and binds the citizens of them together in true unity and mutual love: it is the great new fact of our era . I feel that in a small way, we too have taken steps in this direction. It is an adventure to be a Christian. It is an adventure in faith or in confidence. It means the arrival at the conviction that you can succeed. You must believe in yourself. You must be willing to pay the price of self-discipline day after day. You must believe that your little bit counts, that whatever talents have been given you are for some purpose. I am bold enough to think that God needs each one of us, from the student who stands last in the class to the one who heads the list. He needs us to give back to Him, in whatever way we can, the talent He has given us. When we have the confidence that He is behind us and will guide us in all we do, then and only then, will we realize the necessity for self-denial in unnecessary things that we may finally stand like towers when everything rocks around us and when our weaker companions are blown with every blast. Finally, as you search for knowledge, may you acquire wisdom, remembering that true wisdom comes only with reverence for God. If you keep these thoughts before you as you search for truth, indeed you shall know the truth that will set you free and you will be worthy daughters of your beloved school. Sincerely and affectionately.

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S A iM A R A 5 Esther Prudham; ' ' Let there be no strife, I prciy thee, between me cmd thee. ' ' ' This year Esther has fulfilled the most difficult and trying role of head girl with capability and a most pleasant manner despite the many trials she has had to cope with. On top of it all she has come out with high marks. How do you do it, Esther? Always willing to help, Esther participates in all house activities, and Nightingale is lucky to have had her. Ne. t year plans to see Esther at either Carleton or University of Alberta. The best of luck and thank you, Esther. Sue Belcourt: ' ' She is what she is, What better report} — A student, a friend, A very good sport. Sue, better known as Belch is one of our most attractive prefects this year. Although she is usually very quiet. Sue takes part in many extra-curricular activities, including house plays ( in which she did an excellent job ) , and editing the school magazine. Belch ' s pet aversions are Elvis Pretzel and The Bats at Blue Sea Lake. Sue ' s off to McGill next year to major in Political Science and History, and we all know she is sure to be a big success, for she always gets along with everybody. All the best of luck. Sue . . . Carol Bruce: Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Carol is the artist amongst the prefects and is a favourite among all of us. Since she lives near the school, we all take advantage of her hospitality but love visiting her. Her charming smile and amusing quips draw us to her. Carol participates in house and sports activities, and she is also attracted to the Mounted Police. Who ' s the lucky man, Carol? Next year Carol is following in her mother ' s footsteps by becoming a teacher, and she will most certainly succeed.