Balmoral Hall School - Optima Anni Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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DONNA HOSSACK 1966-1968 CRAIG GOWAN Donna was a member of the Volleyball and Basketball teams, and of the Track Team, to the three of which she contributed a great deal. In spirit she was an enthusiastic supporter of Craig Gowang newspaper meetings, however, always seemed to be called for the same day as Games! None of us will ever forget her battle with her famous hair, from which her hair usually emerged victorious, or the experience of sitting beside her in Prayers. Next year, if she remembers, Donna f accompanied by her pet skull, Jerome j intends to become Manitoba's first grade thirteen student. Happy studying Hoss. WENDY JOHNSON 1967-1968 BRAEMAR When the Blonde Bomber arrived at B. H. , it was immediately evident that her two main in interests were groovy guys and food Q happiness to Wendy was like potato salad--spread it around and you've got a picnic Q. Wendy was turned-on, tuned-in and easy going throughout her year at Aikins. Though the struggle was great, she didn't let her social life take the place of her academic goals. Among her doings and misdoings, she had many loyal involvements: supporter of Braemar, yearbook committee, door holder, and illustrious dieter. Our best wishes W.J. as she continues her studies at U. of M. JOAN GATTEY 1963-1968 GLEN GAIRN Joan, the Straw Boss and cowhand of the residence, has for many years spread her warmth, enthusiasm, and cowhides throughout Aikin's House. She was the House I-lead of Glen Gairn and its most loyal supporter, captive of the choir, and substitute teacher for grade three. After suffering the untold horrors of a residence for five years, Joan finally succeeded in becoming a weekly boarderg at four minutes to four every Friday, there was a cloud of dust in the driveway with Syd and Joan ahead of it. We wish Ioan the warmest of sunshine next year in Sunny Alberta, where she will continue her studies and spend free moments in the saddle at the ranch. LAURA JOHNSTON 1965-68 CRAIG GOWAN Better to be a full half -pint than an empty quart. Streak will always be remembered tearing around the halls chasing her Craig Gowanites to Games, She was willing to endure her new front position in the choir throughout the year Q as long as she had her Little Friend with her J. Her weekend home was Maxie's where, in purple and pink this young lady was surrounded by members of the Sunshine Club. Bound for the U. of A language labs, her services to the school will always be appreciated and many students will hold LASCing memories of her. PAM KEIR 1965-1968 BALLATER Wam and Rowedly were often seen cavorting through Winnipeg on weekends and other such times of gay mad happenings. Together they reaped the full advantages of the outside world. We shall remember Pam as a past mistress of the art of graphic storytelling in English only, and as an expert seamstress. Pam's disasters usually centered in the laundry room, and varied from unexpected changes in the color of her shirts to a dryer that threat- ened eruption. Long will this heroine be remembered for her bravery in the event of a blind date. The future is uncertain but bound to be a success. ,

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SHERRY BEATON 1963-68 CRAIG GOWAN It's better to be small and cast sunshine, than to be tall and cast a shadow . Being an active member of the advertising committee, singing as soprano in the school choir as well as in the Winnipeg Girls' Choir, aiding in decorating for school dances, and working part' time for Canada Safeway has kept this five foot gal more than busy this year. With all these activities, we wonder how she finds time to fit that certain someone into her busy schedule. Tweedle-dum could be found at rec. in the locker room with Patti discussing future strategic plans Q usually in regard to the weekend j! Sherry intends to obtain her R. N. at St. Boniface Hospital next year. She leaves us with all our best wishes for her success in future endeavours. CATHERINE CAMPBELL 1961-68 BRAEMAR Our choir head has had a very busy, successful year in '68, particularly in her organization of the numerous folk masses and Monday morning prayers which she so expertly directed. Souper took active part in the special art club at school and was a skiing and riding enthusiast during the time away from her books. The choir will long remember Cathy's desperate plea for silence in library and on route to prayers every morningg her classmates shall remember her as the volunteeringest form six in the history of B. H. BRENDA CRAIG 1966-68 CRAIG GOWAN JENNIFER COX 1962-68 BALLATER Gifted with smiling eyes and a heart of gold, Jennifer captured the respect and admiration of all with whom she came in contact during her years at Balmoral. As mediator between students and staff, Jen's year as the New Head Girl was a trying but a successful one. Besides keeping a watchful eye on all school activities, Jennifer managed to find time to support her house, belong to the choir, and to participate in sports activities. Bon voyage to Jennifer and her orange juice as they embark for U. of M. in the fall. This well-liked Gowanite came to Balmoral Hall in grade eleven. Over the past two years, Brenda has contributed her school spirit and athletic prowess to the basketball team and the track and field programme. She was also one of the rare choir members to heed Souper's beeeee quiiiiiet . JEDging from her social life, Brenda managed to squeeze in a particular young man. Both he and Brenda acted as a superb host and hostess at the many after-parties that centered at Brenda's. Many a boarder is still marvelling at Brenda's strange habit of being the first day-girl awake in residence every morning. NANCY ELINTOFT 1965-68 BALLATER Nancy is one of B. H. 's never-to-forgotten personalities. Her gay, lively spirit played a part in each of her many activities: sports captain, choir members, sports editor, basketball team member, and fireball of Dalton House for three years. Her school support and involvement were unfailing, as was her enthused attitude towards everyone and everything. Nancy's humanitarian decisions have left all after-four-Games'-haters deeply indebted to her for introducing noon Games. Nan leaves us with every wish for her future success and happiness--just rewards for a terrific gal.

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MARGARET KENDALL 1964-1968 GLEN GAIRN Oh for a bowl of fish eye soup! Marg always arrived fashionably late after the holidays C the sled dogs always seemed to run slowly on the return trip J to spend the rest of the term wailing about her hair, laughing a lot, and reading the great literature of the ages. One of the privileged front row members of the choir, she also made frequent appearances with the soloists at the back of the gym. As a loyal Glen Gairn, Marg contributed a smiling and eager face at Games. Marg is going into Education at U. of M. next year, where she hopes to catch a man with her bear-trap. SYDNEY KENNEDY 1963-1968 CRAIG GOWAN Syd acted as President for the full ten months, fulfilling at the same time, her accessory involvements as mother of the class, greatly feared publican, commander-in-chief at fire drills, and friendly reminder to the bell ringers. This on-the-scene and on-the-telephone Business Manager was often seen lending an able hand to the advertising and lay-out committees f usually arriving with a supply of gum for everyone J. Syd's Place was the weekend refuge of many an ill-treated, starving boarder. We hail her as an outstanding girl who deserves all the very best of happenings that are to come. CYNTI-IEA LEE 1967-1968 BRAEMAR Imports were slightly delayed this year and, as a result, Cynthea missed a month or so of school at the beginning of the year. With the help of her swinging Aikins l-louse companions, she soon caught on to the way it was. Her adaptive nature and happy smile helped her gain a long list of accomplishments: enthusiastic cheerleader, alto choir member, official dictionary for the school newspaper, nearly-always supporter of Braemar, and a first-hand informer on Chinese food. Sigoschima yum yum and other such luck, Cynthea. SHIRLEY LITCH 1965-1968 GLEN GAIRN Shirley was our martyrly Head of Residence who didn't want anything for herself--just a curly haired son-in-law for her parents. She joined her Little Friend in the alto section and attended games regularly with the gentle prodding of her House Head. As editor of the yearbook, Pearl spent a mad year of advertisement-hunting, organizing, assembling, and list-waving. During her years in boarding, her efforts to re-establish the bobby sock era were consistent but futile, Shirley plans to make her mark at the U. of M. Our congratulations go to all her future Agneses and Olivers. BETSEY MATTHEWS 1964-1968 BRAEMAR Betsey, our Calgarian, has achieved success in many extracurricular activities, although she failed to set-up that long expected filing cabinet in her hair. She was one of the more expressive members of the choir and supported the musical segments of the Folk Masses with her guitar. A member of Braemar, Betsey contributed both points and spirits to her House by her participation in volleyball, basketball, and other sports. In her spare time this energetic girl could be found working on the Bay's Teen Fashion Council or dusting coffins with Paul. Next year Betsey will take her Russian leg kick to Mount Royal and from there to McDonald College for Home Economics.