Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute - Breezes Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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10 D.M.C. I. BREEZES over the initial public passenger rail¬ way opened in England—the Stockton and Darlington. Probably the event in Manitoba was no less important than that with which Whitehead had been associated in Yorkshire so many years before. “Shortly after the landing had been reached, three cheers were given for Whitehead, and a few minutes later a crowd swarmed on board, and sub¬ jected the locomotive to a most minute examination, the van and fiat cars also coming in for a due share of at¬ tention. A couple of hours afterwards, vdhen hundi ' eds of visitors had taken advantage of the opportunity to make an inspection, the ‘Selkirk’ steamed to a location below Point Douglas, where a track had been laid, to the water’s edge, by means of which the engine was run ashore on the St. Boniface side of the river.” After being used on construction work by the C.P.R. this locomotive became the property of a lumber com¬ pany in British Columbia, but finally reverted to the C.P.R., not for active service, but to be presented to the GRADUATION DAY The Valedictory Exercises of the graduating classes of the Daniel Mc¬ Intyre Collegiate were held in Young United Church, Friday, June 5. The gathering was under -the chairmanship of our worthy principal, Mr. A. C. Campbell, who does all things well. Ronald Turner, through his aca¬ demic, athletic and debating prow¬ ess, was a fitting choice for valedict¬ orian. He justified the honor bestowed upon him through his fitting deliver¬ ance of the farewell address. Arnold Purdie and Edna Chapman bestowed the emblems from Grade XII to Alice Parr and Vernon Leatherdale rep¬ resenting Grade XI, while Audrey Coleman and William Main, also of Grade XI, passed their symbols to city of Winnipeg, and she now stands in the little park dedicated to Sir William Whyte, fronting the C.P.R. station. In summer-time the veteran presents a good appearance, decked out with flower boxes, occupying a short length of track laid on the green sward and surrounded by trees and shrubs. A board placed in front of the smoke box exhibits this legend: “This was the first railway locomo¬ tive to appear in Western Canada. Brought to Winnipeg from the United States by barge on the Red River in 1877 and ran between St. Boniface and Emerson.” C.C. The students of Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute wish to convey their thanks and hearty congratula¬ tions to the Canadian National Rail¬ ways for the historical plays which they presented over the radio during the past winter. They proved to be not only enjoyable, but most helpful. We are sure these plays were sincere¬ ly appreciated, even by those who for¬ merly were not interested in History. HAZEL SEARLE, R. 25. Blanche Kyle and Robert Wybrow of Grade X. During the afternoon the student body was addressed by the popular clergyman of Grace Church, Rev. J. Richmond Craig. Another feature was the presentation of the athletic awards by Miss E. M. Cussans and Mr. H. Knox. The musical portion of the pro¬ gram was entrusted to Miss E. Kin- ley, who chose for the event the mixed choir and a section of the girl’s choir, supplemented by Ross Pratt, pianist and the junior and senior du¬ ets and trios. As usual, these items were most enjoyable. The 1931 graduation will be a pleasant memory to all Collegiate students. M. M., R. 53.

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D. M.C. I. BREEZES 9 From “The Historical Diary of Winnipeg ’’ “COUNTESS OF DUFFERIN” October 8, 1877. An extra was issued by the “Mani¬ toba Free Press” on this day consist¬ ing of the following interesting notice: “THE FIRST LOCOMOTIVE IN THE NORTHWEST. TO ARRIVE THIS AFTERNOON! CELE¬ BRATION OF EVENT! “Intelligence has just been received that the first locomotive and tender, with a caboose and six flat cars, which are being brought down from the Pem¬ bina branch by Mr. Joseph Whitehead, will arrive here this afternoon about 4 o’clock by the steamer ‘Selkirk’. “Notwithstanding the short notice, we understand that a fitting reception will be tendered, and the mayor and corporation will, it is understood, take the necessary steps for the proper recognition of this important event in the history of the northwest. “The same will probably stop at No. 6 warehouse, foot of Post Office Street. “Let there be a grand rally of citiz¬ ens on the occasion.” October 9, 1877. “A series of wild, unearthly shrieks from the river at an early hour an¬ nounced the approach of the stern¬ wheeler ‘Selkirk,’ having barges at¬ tached in front and at the sides, on which were mounted the locomotive, six flat cars and a van. The voyage downstream constituted one continu¬ ous triumphal progress from the in¬ ternational boundary to Winnipeg, the settlers in the Red River Valley ex¬ pressing the greatest excitement and most intense enthusiasm. The engine was kept under steam, so that her whistle might herald the approach of the ‘iron horse’ to all within hearing. On passing Fort Pembina, the flotilla received a salute from the guns of the U.S. artillery, and upon arrival at the town was met by the commanding cap¬ tain of the fort, together with his officers and authorities at the customs, not omitting the population ‘en masse.’ “About 9 a.m. the next morning the ‘Selkirk’ with her novel freight, passed the mouth of the Assiniboine and as she swept by the infant city of Win¬ nipeg, mill whistles were furiously blown and bells were rung to welcome the first locomoti ve, destined to be the means of creating a new era in travel through the great Northwest. The ‘Selkirk’ displayed handsome decora¬ tions in honor of the event, with Union Jacks, Stars and Stripes, and. banners; the leading barge was also included in the embellishment of the flotilla, being adorned with flags and evergreen. “The whistles of the steamer and locomotive continued in full commis¬ sion, with those of the mills joining in chorus, the bells calling merrily. It formed a remarkable coincidence that Joseph Whitehead, the contractor on the Pacific Railway, who was in charge of the locomotive on this in¬ teresting trip, acted as foreman on the engine that drew the first train

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D. M. C. . BREEZES 11 LISTENING IN ON THE SENIOR DANCE Good evening, folks; this is station D.M.C.I. broadcasting the Senior Dance from the Daniel McIntyre Col¬ legiate Institute. There’s a large crowd here tonight, over three hundred; some in Masquer¬ ade costume, some not. The hall surely looks attractive; the color scheme has the usual hallowe’en effect with dashes of the school colors, maroon and white. Doc. McDonald and his orchestra are attending, and, boy, what an or¬ chestra he has! Let’s see what’s going on in the erection shed. Well, well, a mock trial; sorry, folks, there’s so much noise you can’t hear yourself think. Here’s hop¬ ing the best man wins. Oh! we’re just in time for the Grand, Parade; talk about a gorgeous affair, here’s one. Here comes a host of oriental queens, passionate gypsies, dashing cavaliers and “blushing maidens.” Beverley Dunsmore has succeeded in convincing the judges that her ballet costume, “Moulin Rouge,” is the most original on the floor. Joe McCracken, the inimitable female impersonator and premiere danseuse, is eliciting round after round of applause for his graceful adagio number. He has been awarded first prize for comedy. Wal¬ ter Williamson, the famous opera singer, has captured the prize for his original pirate outfit. It looks as though he were just re-living “The Pirate King.” And who’s that in the vivid Italian garb? Just a moment, please, till he turns this way. It’s Dave Yeddeau, and he’s getting a prize, too. There’s a little girl just passing the “mike” right now. It’s Dorothy Jones, and she’s a prize win¬ ner too, her blonde complexion being enhanced by her pretty Dutch costume. Marion McDonald, Grace Johnston, and Ruth Ellenthorpe have joined forces and as black and white pierrots have drawn second prize for comedy. Several couples are now having the last dance. Time to go home, folks,. This is station D.M.C.I. now sign¬ ing off at twelve o’clock. The Senior Dance certainly was a grand affair, but wait till the Juniors have their’s. You’ll be surprised . Good night, everybody. Miss Gayton is pleased to announce that Lyall Holmes was her guest of honor for a few periods this term. Gordon Smith, we hear, is “under- studying” a minor part of the school program. Here’s hoping he makes the grade. By the way, Joe B., we thought your sister was brunette. ? ? ?