Central Collegiate Institute - Analecta Yearbook (Calgary, Alberta Canada)

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Th e Analecta 24 BIOGRAPHIES OF OUR GRADUATES FRED McKINNON—Asserts that the teachers’ motto is “Thou Shalt Not Pass. Loves fun too much to be an excellent scholar but never¬ theless passes his subjects. An asset to the Seniors. SYBIL NORTON — Dramatic Club Secretary. Charms gentlemen with a delightful personal¬ ity and confesses all to Betty. If you knew her as we do —- but why let anyone else in on it. HUGH McLEAN—A big bad, bold lady-killer. Won fame on the stage in the “King’s Girls.” Played Intermediate Rugby and since the close of the Rugby season has been busily engaged in his studies. (Joke). EDITH NERLAND—Fin ishing a colorful career at Central. An accomplished basketball player and conversationalist. Has unique theories regarding behaviourism. Provides entertain¬ ment for her associates and absorbs learning enough to make A’s. LORNE WIMPY” METCALFE—XII “As” rugby wonder, sometimes called “Puntah” be¬ cause of his hefty kicking. The second of the “Suede Jacket Trio.” Once tried to become a ladies’ man but gave up in disgust. BETTY NEWMAN—A decided optimist. Of¬ ten seen trying to master the family car. Possesses a soul full of mirth, and they tell me she aspires to school teaching! ALVIN NELSON — Cheyne ' s comrade — at studies and silence. His diligence compen¬ sates the teachers for Doughty’s noise. Fin¬ ishes everything he starts and usually seen with his nose in his book. MARY ROBINSON—A council representative. Has the blondest curls in XII “B.” Frequent¬ ly in doubt about Trig., and will argue it w ith anyone. May be seen at any time with Les¬ ter. (Inquire here for further information). BOB NICOLSON — A quiet, auburn-haired youngster who is led astray by Campbell and Hall. Has found that he can roam the coun¬ try between final exams and yet be success¬ ful in them. ALBERTA ROSS—Here for only a few hours, but manages to make up for lost time. Comes early so that she can sit beside the teacher (?)

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The Analecta 23 BIOGRAPHIES OF OUR GRADUATES ARTHUR LAYZELL—Wanders around in a half-daze wishing he had homework done and thinking how terribly abused he is. Biology, his favorite pastime, he readily passes on to his neighbors. ORMA MACAULAY—Seemed quiet, but con¬ firmed our suspicions regarding noise, in Biol¬ ogy. Seldom seen staggering under a load of books. Enjoys the antics of others, but re¬ frains from joining in the festivities. JACK McCASKILL—An able scholar under the guidance of Mr. Robinson and hopes some day to be able to teach Mr. Robinson a bit of Algebra. Spends most of his time getting Snell to school before the second bell. GLADYS MacDONALD—From Bindloss. Of¬ ten heard saying, Hurry, it’s five to nine, and I still have to study Lit.” Meek in school, but not at home. Ambition—to be a Ph. D. BILL McEWEN—A great ladies’ man, with a tongue that never ceases to chatter. In Biol¬ ogy he wonders why he has to learn all those Latin and Greek names, when he can think up shorter ones which are twice as good. JEAN MacDONALD — Has paced C.C.I. ' s floors since Grade IX. Is naturally quiet, but led astray by Eileen. Among her accomplish¬ ments is the writing of a beautiful comp, about a cow. A pleasing mixture of fun and ser¬ iousness. ARNOLD MILLER—The old Editor himself. Reputed to have six A+’s and two A’s on his report card for one month. Then he wonders why he’s doing so poorly at studies. Worries about finances too. DORA McNAUGHTON — A pleasing young thing kind to the eyes — and what a sense of humor 1 Noted for an entrancing giggle and original theories. What with boys and talk¬ ing, she hasn’t time for work. NORMAN McGIE—One of the very few who really enjoy Algebra (tsk! tsk!) A live-wire member of the Hi-Y and hard working stage hand. Believes all girls should have equal breaks, so changes frequently. KATHLEEN METHERALL — A big help at decorating for the Rugby Banquet. Comes to school to study and really enjoys it. Humors the teachers by laughing at their jokes. A diligent and likeable person.

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The Analecta 25 BIOGRAPHIES OF OUR GRADUATES ED. OBER—Tries so hard to keep quiet during classes that he durst not even answer ques¬ tions. Spends most of his time reading, play¬ ing bridge and drinking tea. Makes an effic¬ ient Business Manager for the Analecta. BETTY SLATER — Caused heart ailment to boys since she was a little girl. Trying to squeeze Beryl through in Algebra. Breathes in a joyous atmosphere (barring Biology) and aspires to Grand Opera. ARNOLD PROSSER — The third Suede Jacket.” A rugby and hockey star who finds the ladies nothing but a big question mark. Much in demand immediately prior to one of those awful Physics tests. VERA SUTHERLAND — Spends her time in XII B” — centres thoughts — ask her. Noted for a lazy, drawling voice and nothing sur¬ prises her. They -ay she ' s a wizard at Chem. (She must be good). TOM QUIRK—Says little, but thinks lots and does more than enough to make up for what he lacks in vocal power. Is proof of the fact that a good sport doesn’t need to be a wind¬ bag. BEA SWANSON—Comes back to play around for a few periods. Seen enjoying life with Marg. Jeal, or sorting her books out of the Community Desk.” WALT. RANKIN—The wavy-haired Don Juan of XII A.” Given by the Weeper the in¬ glorious title of Pretty Boy.” Puts in occas¬ ional appearances to make sure no one has stolen his seat. VERA SWANSON—“Toots” to you. Divides her time between he Gammas and the Palace, then drops in at Central for two periods. An artist of some repute. DICK REDMAN — Silent partner of the firm, McEwen, Redman and Fulton Ltd. Apprec¬ iates women but lacks the nerve. Destined to become the world’s greatest designer of stream-lined automobiles. MARY SWITZER—Invaluable to the Dramatic Club, and XII “B.” Possesses a heavenly voice and does her share of entertaining in the “Select Corner.” Is often seen having hyster¬ ics over some amusing remark.