Calgary Normal School - Chinook Yearbook (Calgary, Alberta Canada)

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Page Trvenly-irvo CALGARY NORMAL SCHOOL YEAR BOOK, 1926-27 Class Biographies Class 1-A We present for your perusal the following what, when, why and wherealbouts of the world-famous “1-A Gang”: C, BRANDVOLD— “Cec,” popularly known as the “Middy,” made his reputation as novelist of 1-A and as vocalist at the 1-A Lit. He has the al¬ most uncanny habit of having his homework done on time. Has return to Claresholm will not be without an, increase of friends, resembling a multiplication table. WINSTON COOPER— From C. C. I., is usually seen in deep consultation with Miss Fisher regarding “Dramatics ” He may be called “Wink” with¬ out any violent effects. In spite of the fact that he was born and raised in Calgary he seems to prefer “Alta” yet. ELMER EVANS— “A sweet-faced man; as proper a man as one shall see in a summer day.” He graduated from Didsibury High School with honors—“’nuff said.” Anyone seeing Elmer when he is not busy will kindly report the matter to the nurse. ERIC HUSKINS, East Calgary Hi.— (On the way to a party at 40 below) Eric’s fair partner: “Why so quiet tonight?” Eric (disgustedly): “Aw! Get your own hands cold.” He spends his time looking for new worlds to con¬ quer and points on which to argue with the instructors. R. J. REYNOLDS— “Bob” could be president of everything if he would only stop resigning. He was president of athletics and business manager of the Year Book. His favorite occupation is meeting young- ladies in the hall—on business, you understand. Bob’s great ambition in life is to invent a recipe to comb his hair straight. W. RICHARDS— “Ricky” of Calgary. “0 sleep, it is a gentle thing.” “A little learning is a dangerous thing, often leading to sentimentality.” Ricky’s ambition in life is to sleep with his eyes open in class periods. Famous sayings: “Did’ya ever hear the one about — — etc.” IVAN MOONEY— A “Medicine Hatter,” sometimes called the late Mr. Mooney, more from the time he arrives at class than from any tendency to mortality. His chief occupation is turning around for Mr. McKerricher. Famous sayings: “Too numerous to mention.” JOSEPH BERCUSON— Of Calgary, basks under the fairest smiles of the instructors. Quite popular with the ladies. His ambition is to live long enough to enjoy the Old Age Pensions ' Bill. “Have you got your homework done?” JAMES BLAIR— Represents the fair town of Hanna. He has attained great popu¬ larity during his sojourn with us, especially with the ladies; in all probability due to that winsome smile. Unless he is careful he’ll not get away “Scott” free. ALAN CONNELLY, C. H. C. I.— Still another handsome article of popularity from 1-A. A great success as secretary for the fall term. His favorite occupation is teaching two-part songs for Madame Ellis Browne. His am¬ bition in life to make everybody smile is also a success. CLARENCE ENRIGHT— “Henny” came to Normal from Stettler. Has a hobby of col¬ lecting handkerchiefs. His favorite occupation is “missing periods.” Clarence’s ambition in life is to be editor of “The Calgary Herald.” C. A. HUDSON— “Arlie” hails from Southern Alberta, the exact place being Ma- grath. He is one of the few steadies in 1-A. His favorite oc¬ cupation in studying; hte will go through Normal with flying colors. JOHN A. MAXWELL— From South Calgary casted his whereaboj is a product of Cal nie was a mqpnil on the C.-N.S. everybody, first broad- “Johnnie” to everybody, : from C. R. I. B., Cochrane, Alta, ry and a shining light of our school. John- the first Normal Debating team, a star team, editor of the school paper and Year Book, and, last but not least, is an excellent student teacher. H. D. REDDING— “Bert” reached us C.O.D. frm “the Hat.” Any further back than that, his past remains in the mist of obscurity. He was class representative for the fall term and is on the Year Book commit¬ tee. It is rumored that he enjoys satisfying his taste for “Rice.” Bert’s ambition in life is to reign as principal in a rural school- A. TURNER— “Alf”—still another of those Mad Hatters. His favorite haunt is the hall on the third floor, with never less than three damsels to chat with. His favorite occupation is not known, but Ms am¬ bition in life is to get his art assignments caught up.

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Page Txvenly-four CALGARY NORMAL SCHOOL YEAR BOOK, 1926-27 W. CODE— “Bill” comes to us from Drumheller. He is a good student, but hates to agree with the instructors. He is considering writing a book of new theories. Favorite expressions: “Say, Wink,” and after running his fingers serenely through his pomp, “it seems to my mind-” etc. MALCOLM DEWELL— “Mac” was imported from Banff, but .does not seem to have left his heart in the mountains. He is popular and is a good student. His ambition is to play baseball for the “Giants.” LORNE HOGGE— Perhaps it is because he comes from Okotoks that he hates “gassing.” Preserves an ominous silence, but works hard. HARRY MALCOLM— Harry has come to us from the town of Innisfail. “Speech is silver, but silence is golden” is his motto. He lives to learn and generally accomplishes his ambition. BRUCE RAMSAY— A gentleman from Carbon- He makes a great hit with the ladies; interested in sport. It is rumored that his ambition in life is to learn to leave certain parcels found on the street strictly alone. Favorite saying: “Yah-h-h hoo-oo-oo.” DEAN TWEEDLE— Has already been immortalized in poetry; does not here show much of his pugnacious instincts. If you see a gentleman briskly moving up and down the hall with a smile on his face, you may ibe sure it is Dean looking for his lesson assignment. He came to Normal from Strathmore. W. BARRIE— “Walter” graduated from St. Mary’s, Calgary. He is known to wax eloquent only under the beam of Miss Fisher’s smiles. He is thoroughly interested in studying glands and their control of the stature. Hiis ambition is to become King of England. A. CHRYSLER— Commonly known as “Art.” He came to Normal from C.H.C-I. Art instantly became famous for his talents as a mouth organ artist and comedian. He boasts that he is the only Chrysler that women can’t drive. We wish him luck. ROY CURDY— Roy is another product of Drumheller. Everyone will have to admit that, as a ladies ' man, Roy “takes the cake,” and appar¬ ently he believes that variety is the spice of life. His ambition in life is to be a Schoolmaster. E. HAMILTON— His occupations are varied, but it wouldn’t be fair to tell too much. Emery’s auburn pomp is admired by all, and especially in 2-B. He is interested in studving, which is sure to beget success. ERNEST POULSEN— Ernie favors us with his presence, transferred from the southern town of Magrath. His popularity is second to none. He takes an active part in school activities and is a member of the Year Book committee. Ernest has many engagements with certain young ladies in the hall, but they are purely business, you under¬ stand. HAROLD LEE— “Had” Harold hails from the famous basketball town of Cardston, whose honor he certainly upholds. His great popularity is due partly to the fact that he is a member of the Normal basketball team, champions of Alberta. Besides this he was athletic presi¬ dent for the fall term. The question arises, “Does he prefer Mount Royal College to Normal?” Favorite expression: “Yea! Mooch!” W. SUTHERLAND— Bill as he is knowm by his many friends, comes from Olds, and his high standing in Olds High School speaks for itself. He is intending to write a reversion of “(Alice)” in Wonderland. He is interested in sports, especially hockey. Famous expression: “Yea! Verily!!” HAROLD BAKER— Harold won many friends during his few months at Normal, but left us to conquer distant fields. C. BRIDGI AND— Galled “Ohuck.” “Calm and serene of nature and a right good fellow.” Chuck is interested in sports, especially hockey. His ambition in life is to sign up with the “Tigers.” J. COUSLEY— Also appeared on the scene representing the Hat. Jack’s favorite occupations are playing with “Ray” ' and “Me” and “capering.” Note—See Jack for explanation. A. FREDELL— Art first broadcasted from B.L.A.H., Great Falls, Mont. He usually manages to have his homework on time and pulls down good marks from Exams. He has but two ambitions in life, first, “To understand the nature of woman,” and, second, to find who spilled ink on his trousers. LEE LEAVITT— Another to uphold Cardston’s famous basketball name; a mem¬ ber of the Normal champions; room representative on the Gen¬ eral committee. That wavy hair and those sideburns are sure to be the answer to some fair maiden’s prayer. His ambition in life is to teach psychology. HAROLD NEWMAN— Represents the frigid city of Edmonton, whence he came to learn the intricacies of pedagogy. His favorite occupation is writing in autograph albums. His chief ambition is to know every girl in Normal. F. RUTHERFORD- Is a Calgarian. He has proved to be the life of the party be¬ cause of his musical talents. His favorite occupation is “tickling the ivories,” so you don’t wonder that his ambition in life is to get Meunier’s job. P. GRIFFITHS— Holds the distinction of being the only one among us from the “Old Land.” He was bom in London, England. His quiet, re¬ served manner causes him to be held in high esteem by the class. He makes good use of his violin. Favorite expression: “Ah! The bitter irony of it all-”