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

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D. M.C. I. BREEZES 49 GRADUATING CLASSES Seniors GRADE XII ROOM 58, D.M.C.I., Winnipeg Dear Mellow-students: We know that you have been anx¬ iously and expectantly anticipating one of our much cherished and longed- for letters, in which you can read “what’s what” and “hoo’s hoo” in Room 58, past, present and future. And now that the ever-desired epistle has been created, we herewith pub¬ lish it, setting a good example to Juniors and Seniors alike. Up one long flight of stairs, to the left, around the corner, at the end of the hall, there are a few long, long rows of green-faced lockers with black metal handles and locks. At the end of one of these rows there is a little door, from which never an ungainly sound, escapes, and beyond which all is silent and good. (Well, at any rate, silent.) This, kind reader, is that of which we are writing—Room 58, Grade XII. Perchance you would like to hear of our elections? You would? Well then, listen! One day, many weeks ago, amid much bustle and noise, there crept to the front of the room, a lean, lank figure which tottered against the blackboard with upstretched hand, and began to scribble. Upon investigation the notice proved to be the names of our most worthy class officers. It read thus: President, Evelyn Hermis- ton; Vice-President, Dave McKay; Secretary, Magnus Johnson; Boys’ Sports Captain, Henry Bradshaw; Girls’ Sports Captain, Nancy Miller; Librarian, Edna Chapman; “Breezes” Representative, Joe McCracken. Such was the outcome of our elections. It would take far too long even to mention all the notables of our room (yes, Les. Ogilvie i s one; a notable talker), so we will skip over a few names such as Edna Chapman, lead¬ ing lady of the opera; Hazel Searle, Janet Kenner, and Joe McCracken who were also principals. Then there are Nancy Miller, council member; Wm. Blanchard, orchestra member and com¬ poser de luxe; and Gladys Smith, also an orchestra member. (These two in the same orchestra are enough, so we won’t put in any more.) But stay, friend! We shall limit out narrative to but a few more lines. Socially we have been very active; mentally?—well, as we were saying, our first party turned out to be a Wiener roast, hike, joy-ride, dance and masquerade, all combined, on which we were all well-entertained (i.e. fed.) under the auspices of Miss Nora Bennett Co., Ltd. (Limited to our room.) Our next escapade was a skating party, quite a novelty, which, however, as far as skating was concerned, proved to be a flop—in fact, several of them. As compensa¬ tion, we were kindly admitted to the home of Miss Muriel Helgason, where an enjoyable evening (and morning) was spent. Then we had a hike, to which everybody came, except Amby Potts who couldn’t get carfare. This hike landed us up at Nancy Miller’s residence, and you can guess what we did. there. Later, owing to the generous hospitality of the David

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48 D. M.C. I. BREEZES school interests do not lie along the academic line alone. In Grade X he was “Breezes” representative for the room, while in Grade XI he became vice-president of his class as well as a member of the opera cast. This year Clair was appointed to. the busi¬ ness staff in the school magazine and, as a member of it, fulfilled his office with skill and competence. With his past successes in view, we may well wish Clair every success as he con¬ tinues his studies. NORMAN CHRISTIE Last year the scholarship offered to Manitoba high school students by the Colorado. School of Mines was won by Norman Christie of the Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute. Gradu¬ ating from the Isaac Brock School in 1928, Norman entered Grade XA of the Collegiate. During that term and the term of 1930-31, he was a mem¬ ber of the school’s primary basket¬ ball team, which won the inter-high championship. During his year in Grade XI, he took an active part in the school opera and succeeded in gaining a place on the track team. This year Norman played on our champion curling team. Throughout his three years at the Collegiate he has maintained a consistently good average in his studies. The students offer their heartiest congratulations to Norman and wish him every success in the years to come. Mr. Oliver—“Didn’t I tell you to be prepared with your History lesson— and here you are unable to repeat a word of it.” Bond—“I didn’t think it was neces¬ sary, sir; I’ve always heard History repeats itself. EXAMINATION SUPPLEMENTS Students who have supplements from June Grades XI and XII examinations, may prepare for the December examinations in their spare time by means of our home-study courses. This method gives you ample practice in writing examination papers. The Manitoba Correspondence College Ltd, 401 Kensington Bldg., Portage Ave. WINNIPEG, MAN.

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50 D. M. C. . BREEZES MEMBERS OF ROOM 58, GRADE XII Back Row—R. Paul, C. Hammill, C. Jackson, E. Stefanson, E. Maguire, B. Hunter, L. Ogilvie, A. Lytle, J. Gutroy, G. Peacock. Fifth Row—G. Smith, J. Kenner, M. Evans, V. Baxter, M. Miller, M. Forsberg, M. Campbell, M. Craig, W. Simm, R. Brown. Fourth Row—R. Read©, M. Grimwood, F. Sadler, N. Bennett, D. Houston, U. Ross, E. Beck, M. Helgason, M. Knight, G. Lovering, B. Kuhn- Third Row—J. McCracken (Breezes Rep.), E. Chapman (Librarian), D. McKay (Vice- Pres.), E. Hermiston (Pres.), H. Bradshaw (Sports Capt.), N. Miller (Sports Gapt.), M. Johnson (Sec.). Second Row—J. Pugh, A. Purdie, A. Wheatley, C. Skelly, T. Bell, H. Wallis, G. Solo¬ mon, H. Vanderveken, S. Anderson, N. Christie. Front Row—R. Miller, E. Burgess, I. Bain, J. Carter, H. Uram, M. Chappie, M. Den- enfeld, E. Monteith, L. Ashley. Swail Co., we held a very enjoyable Tally-ho ride, after which we retired to Dave McKay’s abode for refresh¬ ments., etc. Nearly everyone turned out from our room, including four horses. We hope to have more out at the next party. (No! Not horses.) Well, reader, perchance we have bored thee soundly, but remember, try to live up to your grade twelve class, and follow in its footsteps. (You’ll have plenty of room.) Copy our wags, and Heaven help you . . . we mean, bless you. Yours sincerely, ROOM 58. P.S. (Pos Stoffice)—We, the under¬ signed, hereby take it upon us ; to ex¬ tend a vote of thanks to Miss Doupe, our class teacher, for her considerate care of, and thoughtful kindness to her dear pupils during a most enjoy¬ able school term. JOYFUL FIFTY-EIGHT It is nine bells ringing, Fifty-eight! Fifty-eight! And to school our way we’re winging, But we’re late, just too late. It is nine bells ringing, And to school our way we’re wing¬ ing, To be met by Norman’s singing, At the door of fifty-eight. Oh, the second bell is clanging, Fifty-eight! Fifty-eight!