Ashbury College - Ashburian Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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ACTION 73-74 ASI-IBURY COLLEGE LADIES' GUILD THE PRESIDENT'S REPORT It has been an exciting year of action and achievement for the Ladies' Guild with a number of important activities from September to June-not only have our receipts been at a record level but plans have been prepared for some new and unique projects in the forthcoming year. Highlights of our action include: September 10th-Annual clothing sale realized over 5820, making it the most profitable sale to date. October 12th - At the Old Boys' General Meeting it was proposed that the Old Boys' Association be broadened to include Parents and members of the Staff. The Ladies' Guild was cited as an example of a most effective and dedicated organiza- tion. Therefore, the President of the Guild was proposed as a member of the Board of Governors. October 13th- Ashbury Day was a great success. Nancy Maclaren headed the Ball Committee and did fantastic things with very little money. November 9th- General luncheon meeting. Mr. Joyce, Mr. Sherwood and Mr. German spoke. A cheque for 52,000 was given to assist in the Biology Lab. and S50 for a choir party. April llth- Election of the executive for l974!5. April 17th - Spring Luncheon meeting. Mr. Sherwood, Mr. German and Mr. Hugh Robertson addressed the Guild. Mr. Robertson outlined plans to expand the Library and the Ladies' Guild offered to set up a plan for voluntary help under Mrs. H. Biewald's direction. A cheque for S500 was given towards the Library. June 14th - The Annual Barbecue was a great success. S1200 profit was realized. June 15th - The Closing Guild Merit Awards were presented. These cash awards of S50 are given annually to the student in each year who has shown the best all- round effort. Next November 8th, 9th and 10th Mrs. Kevin O'Neill and her son Barry are organizing an antique show to be held at the school. My executive has consisted of: Honorary President- Mrs. W. A. Joyce Past President - Mrs. T. L. Bates Vice-President - Mrs. H. P. Wright Secretary-Mrs. D. J. Heaton Treasurer - Mrs. G. K. Ellacott Telephone Convenor-Mrs. R. L. McKenna Members Mrs. G. A. Harris Mrs. K. O'Neill Mrs. L. M. Johnston Mrs. D. Watson Mrs. K. Lavery May I express my appreciation to all the Members of the Executive. MARY ELIZABETH MULOCK 28

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When the curtain rose on Act One, a round of applause paid just tribute to the excellent set, the effect of which was enhanced by an authentic ship's wheel, generously lent by the War Museum. There was no lack of talent on the stage. Michael O'Brien and Gordon Howe as Ralph Rackstraw and Captain Corcoran respectively, sang well and acted convincingly, confirming the favourable impression which they created in last year's production of The Gondoliers . Peter Josselyn brought a wealth of vocal and dramatic command to the role of Sir Joseph Porter. As Stage Director, Mr. Josselyn at all times secured an effective stage picture, skilfully overcoming the limitations imposed by the small stage. Diana Conway nobly rose above the handicap of a heavy cold and gave a delightful performance as Josephine, displaying considerable vocal ability, notably in her second act aria. John Roy gave a highly commendable portrayal of Dick Deadeye, even if his sinister appearance was at times modified by an involuntary smile. Kathy Zimmerman was well in character as Hebe, Sir Joseph's First Cousin, while Mary Smylie, a somewhat youthful-looking Little Buttercup, nevertheless sang with charm. Claude Pardo entered wholeheartedly into the role of Bill Bobstay and Victor Munteanu made a pleasing contribution as Bob Becket. The chorus sang with commendable precision, even if the tone of the female voices was at times rather thin. Throughout the evening a fine standard of enunciation was maintained, with agreeably few lapses, by all those on stage. For the generally high level of this production a large measure of credit must go to the stage, wardrobe, make-up and scenic staffs. The highest praise is due to the Musical Director, Fred Graham, and to the Assistant Musical Director, Lorna Harwood-Jones, for achieving so spirited and, at the same time, so secure a performance. J .A.G. SPEAKING - DEBATING Ashbury continues to maintain a high level in the area of oral communica- tion. Within the School the following public speaking winners were declared: Junior School - John Lund Middle School - Richard Sellers Senior School - Graham Sellers Final selection of the first place speakers was made at a most successful and enjoyable Father and Son evening. Judges were Mr. J. Fisher, Mr. F. Neal and Mr. I. Stoddard. Although unable to take part, Ashbury was honoured by being invited to participate in an international debating tournament in Toronto. For the third year in a row, the School walked off with the Ottawa Journal-Ottawa University Debating Trophy. Debaters were: Gordon Howe, Nicholas Polk, Matthew Rowlinson and Graham Sellers. Jeffrey Beedell, John Lund, Victor Munteanu, Nicholas Polk, Graham Sellers and Richard Tervo represented the School in outside competitions. John Lund went all the way to the Provincial Finals and Victor Munteanu to the Eastern Ontario Finals. At the year end Smoker Donald Paterson rose to the occasion with a fine impromptu speech. This is the kind of evidence which supports Ashbury's emphasis on the oral communication arts. E.E.G. 27

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ASHBURY PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPANY The company was formed in late December from the Photography Club headed by Mr. Hyatt. It was helped by a generous loan from A.S.Co. and 335 shares were sold to staff and students at 351.00 each. However, as is the case with any aspiring business, it was a difficult year. Orders came slowly and several employees chose to quit during the course of time. In the end the bulk of the work was left to a handful of members. When our books were reviewed, the future of the company looked grim indeed. However, the shareholders voted to keep their investment in the company for next year and to accept a dividend only, thereby saving the business. We hope to have more success in the coming year and to bring the joys of taking and developing pictures to more students. Our thanks go to all who have helped in any way in assisting the company. R. J. TERVO, Manager ASHBURY CLEANING COMPANY This year has seen another phase with regard to student companies. The Cleaning Company is now a separate, student-operated entity. Under Ronald Marchant CPresidentJ, Claude Pardo tManagerJ and Stephen Jay tSecretary- Treasurerl, A.S.Co. has had a successful and productive year. Owing to the new extension of the School, the company was able to clean a greater areag this created new and bigger jobs for the students. The help of Mr. Heed and Mr. Penton also worked to the benefit of the School. Shares were sold to the staff and students at S1.00 per share. The economic success of the company enabled it to present a 756722 dividend by the end of the year. The wages of the workers were set at 51.25 an hour at the start of the year. This was later raised to 31.50 an hour. The success of the Cleaning Company has given valuable experience to many of the students. It has been a good yearg let us hope that this success continues into the next school year. R. H. MARCHANT, President ASHBURY TUCK-SHOP COMPANY This year was the Tuck-Shop's first under student management. Despite rapidly increasing food prices, we managed to keep our prices downg this accounts for our small profit margin this year. Fortunately, we are still in the black. During the year we saw the books and records of the Tuck-Shop pass from Mr. Heed's hands to those of Ted Marshall and the Manager. We paid the School for Ted's salary as well as the rental of the Tuck-Shop area. Shares were sold at 51.00 eachg by the end of the year we were able to pay a 5596 dividend to the shareholders. H. VEILLEUX, Manager 29