St Michaels University School - Black Red and Blue Yearbook (Victoria, British Columbia Canada)

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due to the grit and determination of every member of the Corps, which ultimately proved itself efficient in Company, Platoon and Section Drill. Sergeant Poeock of the R. G. A. helped towards this end and we were indeed grateful to have his practical advice on the finer points of Ceremonial Drillg Since every High School in Canada now undergoes this Cadet Training, considerably greater competition is present and for this reason a greater eifort had to be made to uphold the fine traditions of the School. The Cadet Officers and N. C. Cfs carried out their duties most conscientiously and proved themselves worthy of their commands. The Annual Inspection by Major Critchley took place on April 18th when the Summer Term was but three days old. The Corps paraded 82 all ranks. No band was available and the General Salute had to be executed without rifles. The former deficiency placed a further burden on every member, but, in spite of this, and the fact that the Parade Ground was grass, particular praise was accorded the Company in its marching ability. Company, Platoon and Sectional movements were carried out, the First Aid and Signalling classes were examined, and a display of Physical Drill and Gymnastics, by the Gym VIII, concluded the Activities. Addressing the School, Major Critchley complimented the Corps on its smart appearance, its steadiness.in the ranks, its sound knowledge of the various movements and the confident words of command given by those in positions of responsibility. He reminded all of the seriousness of the times and inferred that this early training was not being indulged in from a purely militaristic point of view, but also as an aid in making healthy citizens of Canada. Rousing cheers brought the proceedings to a close after which tea was served to the numerous parents and friends who witnessed the Inspection. 69'

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I 1.22 ' 5355.52 i.1.n.1?. 4 ' V' V s . -rx ' ' Q- 5-N R.- -q.'?f.f Shooting was carried on as usual and the School entered the D. C R. A. Competition in which we did well and the King George V Trophy Shoot, the result of which is not yet published. Weekly Buttons were won, as follows: Seniors: Vernon 121, Patterson, Mackay. Usher, Leslie. Intermediates: Black, Redpath, Harvey I. juniors: Anderson, Buckle 125. The School Shooting VIII was as follows: Mackay CCapt.J Bailey Vernon Cockeram Moilliet Redpath Cupples I Usher Shooting Colours were awarded to Mackay, Bailey and Vernon HOLDERS OF SCHOOL TROPHIES Harvey Mem. Rifle Qbest shot in Schoolj: Mackay D. C. R. A. Cup: Bailey Braidwood Cup Qbest Intermediatejz Redpath Best junior: McLennan -l CADET CORPS The Headmaster has been pleased to approve the following appointments: Cadet Capt. .....,....................,.......... ,..... . A. M. Cupples No. 1 Platoon Cadet Lt. ........ ........ M . A. Vernon No. 2 Platoon Cadet Lt. ........ ............ A . Moilliet No. 3 Platoon Cadet Lt. ...,..... L ........... D. Patterson Cadet SXM .......................,............... .......... A . M. Cockeram IIC Signals Cpl. ...........,....... ..... ....,..... ...,......... .......... R . W a llis IIC 1st Aid ......................,.........................................................,... M. A. Vernon The Corps, with the Headmaster as instructor, assisted by Mr. Robinson in the Christmas Term and Mr. Cropper in the Easter Term, has been through a difficult and trying time during the past year. Changes in requirements and routine, etc., and the unusually early date of the Annual Inspection all contributed to these difficulties and it was with a great sense of relief and satisfaction that the period of training came to an end so successfully .This success was 25

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XFN - 'S i 1 ' . The Boxing Finals were held on Mareh Zith in the Gymnasium before a gathering of Parents and Friends. Some good houts were put un and on the whule the standard was high. It was unfortunate that Dalziel ii had hrolten a thunih and was unahle to compete in the final of the Light XVe1ght. Results: Dust Vfeight .. , Cullett ii heat Tull Paper XYeight .. . Dal:iel ix' heat Cullett 1 Feather Werght .. , Carr heat Matthews Light Xh'C1Ell1I . . Gihhs w-.nn hy default Middle Weight . Smith i heat Rwherts-in i Vfelter XY-:ight . . . Laflin heat Carle i LIQl1t'HC2i't'y' XX'eieht . Leslie heat Cueleerazzi Exhihitiwn , . . Gihhs vs. Carle ii Announcer: The Headmaster Tiineflteeper: A. Loeuelt judges: Messrs, Sinununs and Putt and Lieut. Ross. R. C, N, After the events the Headmaster addressed the visitors and thanked the Olheials Refreshments were served in the Dining Runrn. 27