Churchill High School - Victory Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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PIONEER DAY Churchill High ' s extensive centennial celebrations climaxed on Oct. 5, with the staging of Pioneer Day. Since September, Pioneer Day had been fore¬ most in the minds of students and staff alike. Many were involved in its planning, under ener¬ getic student convenors Brian Carter and Lindsay Greening, and staff convenor Miss O ' Donnell. Cos¬ tumes were prepared weeks ahead, as all hoped for good weather. As it was, brief showers and cold weather had little effect upon the enjoyment of the day. The festivities commenced with the dedication of the centennial foundation. Bagpiper Keith MacFar- lane led the procession of dignitaries into the courtyard for the ceremony. Mr. Cook spoke, giving credit to those students most involved in the pro¬ ject. Mr. Madder and M.C. Miss Lindsay Greening accepted a cheque from Mr. Horne, who had made a generous presentation on behalf of the Kiwanis Club. The Hon. O. B. Baisley declared the fountain open and all in attendance cheered as the first water trickled through it. In the evening, Asst. Supt. of Schools G. T. MacDonnell, unveiled the impressive Honour Wall. Mr. Tom Miller spoke on behalf of the T. Eaton Co., who graciously donated the fine portrait of Sir Winston Churchill which dominates the Wall. M.C. Brian Carter spoke briefly. Mr. McGlennen thanked the T. Eaton Co. for their generosity, and also those students and staff whose hard work had made the Honour Wall a reality. Thus, Pioneer Day saw two magnificent legacies left for future Churchillites, from the Class of 1967-1968. Pioneer Day was like a three ring circus. It offered something for everyone. An old-time stage at the east end of the school was the scene of much activity. To a costume judging contest held there, all rooms sent representatives for various categories. Frequent stage shews offered acts rang¬ ing from can-can dancs to folk songs. Later, Messrs. Cook and Chappell hosted a box lunch auction, much to the delight of hungry menfolk; for an equally delectable girl accompanied each lunch. Dating games, fashion shows, and square dancing were also staged, attracting many passers-by. Inside the Junior Gym, people viewed exhibits ranging from frog disections to pr imeval forests. On the football field, sportsmen entered tug-of-war contests, egg carrying races and the like. The shack beyond the field became a museum, Churchill House, and, to it, Mr. Nowell and his faithful old car provided a unique taxi service. Behind the shops area, a midway attracted those who wished to try games of skill and chance, and those bold souls who wanted to take the exciting ride offered. To satisfy old-fashioned appetites, visitors could buy home-baking, candied apples, or fresh pie, not to mention juicy buffalo burgers. For those whose hungers were more romantical, the kissing booth was nearby, and, as darkness and prices fell, business increased dramatically. To complete the evening for the students, a street dance was held with two bands. All in all Pioneer Day was a fitting finale to a year of various events honoring Canada ' s Centenary. PAGE 61

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