St Johns Ravenscourt School - Eagle Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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Randy Paul, Bob McCaskill, Edward Orton, Bill Gardner, Mr. Gordon, Chris Gunn, David Fitzjohn, Mike Trew, Aaron Schwartz, Mark Jackman, Michael Payne, Blair Carlson. Missing: Michael Fox. The Red River Scholarship scheme, if not still in its infancy, is containly in its very early child¬ hood, and requires all the encouragement and nourishment we can give it. It is, I believe, the most exciting and most significant undertaking in which we are involved. We are not primarily making an effort to bring to this school talented boys who could not afford to come here except on a scholarship. Our objective is to bring to this school boys of ability in many fields from many places—boys who will come to gain and to give for and of themselves in making the school a national institution. We have not yet had time to build a record. We are still in the experimental stage. We need a great deal more money to realize our hopes. We have, however, made a good start, and we do have Red River Scholars in all grades of the Upper School. They have been given to under¬ stand that on their shoulders rests, in large measure, the future of these scholarships. They are the pioneers. Raising money for scholarships has, of neces¬ sity, had to take second place to the raising of money for necessary buildings, but now that we are nearing the completion of our building pro¬ jects, I very much hope that we can gain more support for the future of this scheme. In time, I feel sure, Red River Scholars will themselves contribute generously but we are some years away from this source of funds. I think that we can build a national school in the center of Canada. I think that Red River Scholars can help do it. At the time of writing this, we are inviting boys to apply for scholarships for next year. The response has been most en¬ couraging, with interested enquiries coming in from right across the country. —R. L. Gordon, Headmaster. 25

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PAUL SCHMIDT: A high- ranking member of the briefcase brigade, Butterball could usually be seen roll¬ ing home soon after 3:15. Paul played senior soccer and took an interest in rep¬ tile life. Why are the ham¬ burgers at the Salisbury House so terrible during the summer, Paul? AARON SCHWARTZ: Cap¬ tain Vere was a busy man this year, taking time off from being at the top of the class to make a television appearance, steward the buses, and make Billy Budd a success. Aaron also play¬ ed soccer and looked after the Chem. Lab. ROBERT STOVEL: Super-Shuf¬ fler excelled at the card- table, proving that he had talent in something else be¬ sides Badminton and Chem. Bob thought he had a hot car, but Arny disproved this. Practise, Bob, soon you will perfect the shuffle from the bottom. Good luck. GARRY TOY: Garry played football and basketball this year, and struggled through Physics, at the same time beating off such attackers as Nanson and Brooks. However, in revenge, John produced a secret weapon, and Garry was flooded out. PAUL TRUELOVE: Handsome Paul played a little soccer this year, and carried his briefcase around. A St. Vital MAN, Paul ' s enthusiasm brought him to school early each morning. Noted for his shuffle, he managed to stay close to the top of the class. DAVID WATTAM: Ookpik, our Eskimo ambassador, was a full-fledged” mem¬ ber of the Butter ' s Club. A pool shark and a football star, (words cannot describe his talent) he hibernated during the winter, often let¬ ting Wilson sweep. We ex¬ pect Slim to rumble along, setting new Track records this Spring. BOB WEIR: Bob did a great job on the football team as center, and also proved himself useful at defense in sr. hockey. Cicero (snort!) tucked away much at lunch, and was Pipe-Major in Ca¬ dets. Good luck next ' year at Carleton. PAUL WILSON: Yank s ath¬ letic activities were limited by an injured back, but he played a good season of Intermediate bas¬ ketball. Paul ' s romantic in¬ terests centered around the barnyard, but he ' s still try¬ ing. The international com¬ muter hails from the well- known metropolis of New Town, N.D. Taking on the responsibility of Editor next year, we know that Willy is equal to the task. 24

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Arnett, Purdy, Lamb, Funnell, Mr. Gordon, Hunter, Matthews, Everett. Balanced on a pin-point. Set. oof C aptain’s Four years ago, when I arrived at the beginning of my first term at S.J.R., I didn’t know quite what to expect from boarding school life. I had heard stories, but they were soon dispelled when I learn¬ ed to know and understand the system of the school. At that time I was all wide-eyed and curious, and never imagined that I would have the honour of this position four years later. As the years passed on, new schemes were brought into the routine of the school. A new and stylish uniform was one, Red River Scholarships another; three years ago, the boys took over a large portion of the cleaning duties, and during the summer holidays, the new Lower School building was started. The staff was at full complement this year, some experienced, but some like myself, still learning a new job. A year for a play, the school put on Billy Budd, in very fine fashion. Not faring as well in sports as in other fields, the teams put on very good shows, and the new scheme introduced by Mr. McLeod took us from the crying towel. Indeed, his plan for a New York tour was eagerly accepted. At the time this went to press, everyone going on the tour was eagerly looking forward to the Easter Holidays. 26