Alberta College - Aurora Borealis Yearbook (Edmonton, Alberta Canada)

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AURORA BOREALIS 17 The Banquet of A.C.N.—1927 O NE of the most impressive ceremonies ever held in Al¬ berta College took place Wednesday, December 21st, in connection with the twenty-fifth annual banquet. Dr. F. S. McCall presented Elliot Birdsall, who was first president of the students’ council, with a handsome president’s stick tied with blue and gold. The cane was made from the first pulpit of McDougall Church. Following the presentation, the re¬ tiring president installed James Hilbery, president-elect in office. Dr. H. R. Smith acted as toastmaster of the evening. Following the Christmas banquet, prepared for some one hundred and twenty-five pupils and staffsmen, E. Birdsall proposed a toast to King and Country and W. E. Richards responded. H. Fisher, boys’ dean, dealt with the cultural influence of the College and W. D. Henry replied. Miss Woods, girls’ dean, welcomed the guests, while Rev. W. Gaetz responded. The students’ organizations were dealt with by Kathleen Lord. This toast was responded to by Margaret Gaetz and Lester Saunders. The ladies were not forgotten in Clarence Greiner’s toast to them, to which Miss Coone replied. James Hilery made a toast to “Our College” and the Principal, Dr. McCall replied. The Glee Club presented several songs under the leadership of Miss Coone. Musical selections by Mr. I. Williams, J. Lopushinsky, W. Hendra and H. Wild were very much enjoyed by all, as well as a reading by Mrs. Burns. Elliot Birdsall, Alfie Elgaaen and Bernard Perry re¬ ceived medals for obtaining highest marks in departmental exams for grade eleven, ten and nine respectively. Mr. Henry moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. Betts com¬ plimenting her on the excellence of the menu. Dr. and Mrs. McCall entertained the resident students of Alberta College on two successive Friday evenings, Seniors going the first Friday and Juniors the second. Every¬ one enjoyed the contests, games and stunts. Prizes were awarded to the winners of the contests. A delightful lunch was served at the close of the evening, after which the students thanked Dr. and Mrs. McCall for the enjoyable evening. The evening was brought to a close by singing Auld Lang Syne. Mr. Fisher: “What is the formula for water?” Margaret Cameron: “H. I. J. K. L. M. N. 0.” Mr. Fisher: “What makes you think that?” Margaret: “Well, you said it was H. to O.”

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16 AURORA BOREALIS EDITORIAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief Lester Saunders Academic Day Students Margaret Cameron Academic Resident Students C. Greiner, D. Hetherington Commercial Students Fay Murphy, Josephine Jennings Bookkeeping Student Elspeth Allan Grade XII. Students Blanche Hackett, Vera Stuart Music . Alice Lawrence Members of Faculty H. Fisher, Phyllis H. Woods T HE editors have had many trying and educational ex¬ periences in the production of the college annual. The staff was fortunate in being able to obtain much information regarding the pecuniary statements of the paper from the editors of the previous year. Worthy mention must be made to the Grade XII. students who helped the staff to compile the substance. We also appreciated the work which Mr. McKerlie did on the Advertisement Committee. The term “Dux femina faciti” can best express the thanks to Vera Stuart and Blanche Hackett for their assistance. The staff itself, though starting late in the season, worked well together, and hope the paper will be a success. PIANO SUPREME! HEINTZMAN CO.’S FAMOUS PIANO The Orthoplionic Victrola and Victor Record Headquarters BRUNSWICK PANATROPES HEINTZMAN HALL 10139 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton Phones 1621 and 5963 W. J. Strachan, Manager

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18 AURORA BOREALIS The Canadian Girls in Training First Term Second Term Hon. Pres. Miss Woods Miss Woods President Josephine Jennings Blanche Hackett Vice-Pres. Elspeth Allan Jessie Mason Secretary Jean Gilbertson Jennie Johnstone The C.G.I.T. meetings were held every Wednesday evening at 6 :45 p.m. in the Common Room of the Girls’ Residence. The Honorary President, Miss Woods, in con¬ junction with the Programme Committee, arranged for a programme of addresses and other interesting items. On different occasions Dr. and Mrs. McCall, Mr. Gaetz, Mrs. Tuttle, Miss Burkholder and many others gave instructive and interesting addresses on various subjects. A number of the meetings took the form of general dis¬ cussions led by Miss Woods. One evening a camp-fire was arranged around which the girls sat to discuss questions which they had previously handed in. The girls of the C.G.I.T. had a party at Christmas. An excellent programme of music, dialogues and recitations was provided. After the programme an enjoyable time was spent in playing games. Following the lunch the girls were pleasantly surprised when Margaret Gaetz dressed as Santa Claus distributed the gifts from the Christmas tree. A Valentine Tea was given by the group in the Common Room on the Saturday nearest to February 14th. The room was prettily decorated for the occasion. The proceeds will purchase a picture for the Common Room. When the weather improves we expect to enjoy a num¬ ber of educational trips. luttU ' Hs flhutu Portraits and Groups 10526 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton j | I = Phone 2953 Established 21 Years I