London Central Secondary School - Golden Glimpses Yearbook (London, Ontario Canada)

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70 THE from Mr. Miller, who told us about the scholar- ships waiting for those willing to work. The Fourth Year have entrusted their entertainment to four committees, each one responsible for one programme a month. To start out a year with such promise of cooperation and eagerness on the part of the students makes us quite sure that this year will be the best we've had for a long time. Here's luck to the new idea! -Pazzlfine Crouch :Epi C25 '23 '23 'Elnbma Baum Attention, Students! London. Oct- 19, 1934- Here's the inside story of last night's First Year Party. I was there acting as a waitress and now I'm going to give you the highlights of it. To begin with, the Gym was beautifully decor- ated for the occasion. The tables were spaced throughout the room and each table was set for six. They were decorated in the traditional hal- lowe'en colours, orange and black, which was really quite effective. In the centre of each table was a card with the name of an animal on it, such as pig or hare These were the symbols of each group. Gong, The First Year thronged in, singing the school song in an awful chant. Ghostly pumpkin faces peered down from the balcony, while waitresses, selected from different years, prepared to serve the guests. When the teachers had made their more ceremonious entrance, the delicious meal began. Thanks to Miss O'Neil, it was well worth eating, and from the relish with which it was consumed, one could easily see that the First Year enjoyed it. Between courses Mr. Carr played Pink Elephants, and our old favourite, On the Road to Mandalay. Our vice-president, Anne Walden, addressed the gathering, and expressed her hope that the Students' Council would be well supported by them this year. She certainly received a lot of assurance on that point! Then came a play in the auditorium, directed by Miss MacKinnon. The audience was soon enthralled in a plot, in which fabulous treasure is unearthed, and registered their approval at the end, by tremendous applause. Yes, it was a great success! Milla rjorie Roulston 6 Q London, Oct. 26, 1934. -In Ahoy, Shipmates! 'il The teachers are certainly WY -,W doing their share in making the auditorium exercises interesting REVIEW this year. On Friday of last week, Mr. Entwistle gave a short talk on the simpler Points of Rugby. Yesterday morning he continued his discussion, reviewing the meaning of certain technical words. He also discussed the trick plays of our Seniors' game with South the day before. Such words as scrimmage and forward pass were explained. We were all especially interested because today we are playing our final game with South Collegiate. Let's hope Mr. Entwistle's careful explanations will bring more rooters to Central's rugby games. The robin doth expand. -Geojrey Miller 0 London, Nov. 3, 1934. Dear Fellow Students- I believe the postman will soon need assistance to carry the Round Robin to its destination. On Thursday of this week, when we came into the auditorium, we noticed with great anticipation that the curtains were drawn and that a soft yellow light could be seen under them. Another treat? Yes indeed, the Fourth Year were presenting a short skit, which they had formerly put on in the Gym. The plot was full of humour and suspense. A lawyer, just starting to practise, receives what he supposes is his first client. After keeping him waiting for a good while, he has his secretary show him in, while he pretends to talk big business over the phone. What a shock, when he finds his client has come to connect the telephone. f,5ylu My goodness gracious! Such delightful things are happening around Central lately! This morn- ing we unlucky stay-at-homes received a sparkling glimpse of the far away. Miss Thomson spoke to us of her trip to Europe which she undertook last summer with Miss Roddick. After their stay in England, they set out for Scandinavia, where a friend of Miss Thomson lives fwe are not told whether or not in an iglooj. Upon their arrival at Bergen, they were greatly confused by water faucets which turned the wrong way, and by door- knobs in the shape of handles. Here also a dis- appointment was in store for them. The reindeer, which they had looked forward to seeing, were on the other side of the range, and quite out of sight. Today, from Miss Thomson's chat and a few days ago, from Miss Roddick's, it is quite evident that they both enjoyed their trip immensely. However, we hope they're glad to get back. -Wilson Reason

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THE London, May 28th, 1934. Dear Scholars- Every year at our Prize Day Exercises, honour falls where it is due, namely on those who by hours of conscientious hard work have succeeded in excelling the average student. To them were presented the prizes, medals and scholarships which were their reward. We were fortunate in having with us today Mrs. John Rose, Mrs. A. A. McLean and Dr. J. G. Hunt, each in turn giving us valuable ideas in their few words of greeting as they presented the well-earned prizes. Mr. Gray, Mr. Nethercott and Mr. johnson assisted in the presentations. By the applause which followedjwe gather that the student body were well pleased with the choice of winners. We join in wishing these fortunate students the greatest success in whatever they attempt in the future. Certainly makes one feel like working harder, doesn't it ? -Frances Copeland Mgt. Murrison London, june 2, 1934. High-ho, Centralites! Gather around, while I tell you about the Grad Banquet last night. It was the climax of the year for us, and what a climax it was! The menu was excellent, it was served in the auditorium, which had been most attractively decoratedin peach and green. Mr. Johnson officiated, and acted as toast-master. He introduced our guest speaker, the Rev. J. Bruce Hunter, B.A., D.D., M.C., who inspired and interested us by his message intended for us who were ready to leave the nest and try our wings in the great world. Then followed the Valedictory by Beverley Brent and Robert Syrett's cleverly delivered prophecy. The programme continued with a vocal solo by Jean Brown, and later, a cornet solo by Harold Scott. We finished off the perfect evening with dancing in the gym and left for home very tired, but very, very happy. Thus another robin in our tree of friendship. -Jack Judge 0 London, Sept. 4, 1934. Hello Comrades! My, oh my! What a hectic day is the First Day of School. Here we are all back together again, starting on a brand new term. It's just like turning over a new leaf-we're all going to do so much better, but, somehow, things just seem REV IEW 69 to slide along the same as usual. Oh well, as somebody said, Central students never are, but always to be, studiousf' However, let's not not ramble too far. This morning, as we slid into comfortable seats in the auditorium, for which Central is noted, We remarked with pleasure, that the entire teaching stafi was back with us. This year there are no new faces on the platform. Too bad-we won't have the fun of finding out what the new teacher is like. We notice, a little regretfully, that many old familiar faces are gone, but cheer up, we have all the newcomers, whom we heartily welcome among us! Here's hoping for a fine year! -Laird Bovaird 6 London, September 15, 1934. Attention, Students! The Round Robin greeted my arrival home today. So many things I didn't know- The Membership Drive is certainly going over well. VVe got off to an early start this year, so the results will be forthcoming by the time our popular student president wanders from the protecting arm of our Alma Mater. It has turned out to be a short, snappy affair. The students are almost one hundred per cent. back of us. There seems to be much more school spirit and enthusiasm than in former years. Let's hope that it may mean a good beginning, financially, for the school organizations. My duty is done! -Joan Heslip 0 London, October 10th, 1934 Greetings Central! Well how do you like the new Year Organiza- tion Plan? Don't you enjoy your weekly meetings with the rest of your year-those jolly, informal sessions when you discuss your business, make speeches, and sing songs. For my part, I think it's a fine idea. One can tell that the year spirit is already beginning to kindle, which of course looks well for a better spirit in the school as a whole. You know, these year meetings serve a twofold purpose. There are more students in Central this year than the auditorium can comfortably seat, and then, those seats at the rear of the main floor were always creaking, so the seats were removed and the overflow was sent to the Gym-each year meeting once a week. Fifth year is making the ,, most of the opportunity. Arrangements are being com- pleted for the singing of pop- 0 ular songs, and already we have heard from Alice Der Stepanian in an interesting address based on her ex- periences in Europe, and -T-is

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THE REVIEW 71 London, Nov. 6, 1934. To My New Friends,- This morning one of the incidents that have attracted my special attention throughout my short attendance at Central, took place. The exercises were progressing somewhat uneventfully, when to my surprise, the curtain was gradually drawn aside, displaying the members of the Newly- Organized Glee Club, who had ranged themselves effectively around the piano. At a commanding note by Mr. Carr, the hall immediately vibrated with the sweet notes of the girls and the deeper tones of the boys. To us were presented three songs, all of which exhibited very concentrated training for such a short period of practice. The first performance of the Glee Club was a success! Hope we have more nice surprises like that! -Tenrzice Gibbons '23 London, Nov. 13, 1934 js? Hello Central- Last night all the executives of C the student body met in the school for the Executive Banquet. Mr. Johnston took up his usual post as master of ceremonies and started the evening off. After an excellent meal the speeches began. Follow- ing a worth-while address by Mr. Miller, Anne Walden introduced each member of the Students' Council in a very unique manner. Margaret Milroy, accompanied by Florence Dewar, was the soloist of the evening. This was followed by a short speech from the members of the staff who act as Guardian Spirit of each year. Then, under the leadership of Mr. Carr, we sang many favourite songs, old and new. This very enjoyable evening was concluded with the singing of the school song and God Save the King. Our Round Robin must be nearly fully grown. -Bette I riksater P93 This Robin had a Limp London, Sept. 24, 1934. Attention Central! ' As you know, the election campaign has been going on all this week and the speeches have been really good. Originality and ready wit have been very marked in most of them, this year. Of course candidates for year offices spoke only before their respective years, while the students running for general positions spoke before the whole school. There is a slight change in the Students' Council this year. The president and vice-president were selected by last year's Council. This year's Council is made up of the presidents of the Athletic Associations, the president of the Literary Society, as well as the presidents of the year executives. This seems promising for a fine year! -Jim Bell Central, Nov. 16, 1934. Hello Everybody- We had a splendid time this evening at the Second Year Party, under the direction of Mr. McCallum, our master of ceremonies. The pro- gramme began with the Pantomime directed by Miss Wyatt and Mr. Carr. This was followed by the main play, directed by Miss Roddick, entitled They Got What They Wanted, a melodrama which excited intense interest among the audience. Then the amusements began. We were divided into four groups and, after fifteen minutes in one place the group changed about until each one had moved four times. A delicious banquet followed with a short address by Mr. Miller. Soon we were back in the Auditorium for dancing which lasted about an hour. At Mr. McCallum's sug- gestion, all the boys helped to put the chairs away, which, . as somebody said, was the best part of the party. .9 -George Der Slepanian '93 London, Nov. 17, 1934. To My Central Chums- Thursday morning Mr. L. R. Macgregor, the Australian trade commissioner to Canada, was welcomed to our Auditorium exercises. Through the medium of motion pictures we visited some of the interesting localities of his country. We saw the coral reef, and the caverns in which the stalac- tites and stalagmites are found. There were excellent views of the provincial capitals, and also of the main industries, mining, lumbering and sheep farming. The pictures of the kangaroos were especially interesting. Towards the end of this speech Mr. Macgregor made mention of an essay contest, the winner of which will be given a free trip to Australia. We wonder who the lucky one will be? In our fifth year meeting in the gym this morning, Miss MacKinnon told us a few interest- ing facts about the little islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon. These islands have clung to the ancient French customs, are governed by a French official, and speak the pure mother tongue. Their upper, or rather wealthier class, are the bootleggers, and while a little fishing is carried on, the people as a whole depend on the wine trade for their live- lihood. If . ' .1 . For this most interesting talk ,, i, xii R' we thank Miss MacKinnon and Wif.:f.fV,pf1 hopes she speaks again soon. 7J -Marjorie Tasker