Forster Secondary School - Spartalogue Yearbook (Windsor, Ontario Canada)

Text from Pages 1 - 70 of the 1956 volume:

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This material is for personal research use only, and can not be sold or distributed. Book provided by Windsor Public Library In the pattern of Canada’s future the key piece is lece is 45 In thi FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA, LIMITED In NOT TO BE TAKEN FROM THIS ROOM needed the i of a sc in me adequate and n If you time t opportu yoi excitii Windsor Public Library MAIN LIBRARY Local History FOR REFERENCE Page One “THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Local Histonr Windsor Public Library When you finish school There’s an exciting new world awaiting you at your tele¬ phone company—a business world of service to your own community. At the Bell you work with boys and girls whose interests are your own. In addition to the good pay, short work¬ week and pleasant offices which tempt you to join the Bell, opportunities for advancement and social activities, medical and financial benefits persuade you to stay! For you boys, there are outdoor as well as indoor jobs! For girls, there’s a wide variety of work. And all are “jobs with a future ”! THE BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY OF CANADA ■ Page Two “THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 •{• Many graduates and ex-students of this school have attained success in i business, their chosen vocation, because they chose to obtain their extra train- % ing in this private business school. $ The private business school has a keener interest in each student. The suc- •{• cess of the school depends on the success of its graduates. The private business school is in closer touch with business men and with | the requirements of business. Graduates, for the most part, look to the school ? for positions. $ The private business school has more of the practical atmosphere of the business office, with the result that the student develops a business viewpoint. $ The private business school plans each student’s course, and the teachers $ pay attention to the individual needs of each student. | Enrollment periods are more frequent, so that the student does not have $ to wait a year or even a half year to begin a course. The brighter and more ambitious student has a better opportunity to forge i ahead in his work because of the private business school’s courses and mstruct- ion methods. The private business school is. in a real sense, an opportunity school. It takis ' ! people of varying age groups and backgrounds, and gives them the training il they want and need to achieve specific objectives. $ What it has done for others, it can and will do for you. tdaim im Tur crunm THAT WII T DO THE MOST FOR YOU! Y t x R. J. SERVICE, Principal 15 Chatham St. E. Phone CL 3-4921 THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Three TWO ESSENTIAL SERVICES HYDRO-WAT E R FURNISHED BY Windsor Utilities Commission MALCOM J. BRIAN WILLIAM ANDERSON Chairman Vice-Chairman Commissioners GORDON H. FULLER HOWARD C. PAILLEFER MICHAEL PATRICK, Mayor J. E. TECKOE Jr. S. HOWARD G1LLETT General Manager Secretary-Treasurer SCHOOL OF NURSING Metropolitan General Hospital Windsor ■ Ontario The School of Nursing, Metropolitan General Hospital, offers a three-year course, leading to elegibility to write the Ontario Nurse Registra¬ tion Examinations, to qualified high school graduates. PATTERN OF COURSE Two years’ nursing education (including edu rational experience in both classroom and hospital wards), followed by one year nursing internship. An allowance of S100.00 per month will be given in the third year. FEATURES OF COURSE No tuition fee. Rooks supplied by school. Loan fund available to assist with purchase of uniforms. Residence accomodation in modern school build¬ ing with excellent living and teaching facilities. Well qualified teaching staff. Experience in all major branches of nursing including affiliation in Tuberculosis, Psychiatry and Community Health. Opportunity for specialized experience in third year in Medical-Surgical. Operating Room. Maternity, or Children’s Nursing. Applications are now being received for the September 1956 Class. INFORMATION MAY BE SECURED FROM DIRECTOR, SCHOOL OF NURSING 2240 Kildare Road, Windsor TELEPHONE CL 4-1855 Assu mption 1 Iniversity of Wind sor j WINDSOR, ONTARIO ★ Courses leading to B.A.. B.Comm., B.Sc.. B.Sc. in Nursing and M. A. degrees: Programs may be arranged to fulfill entrance requirements of Graduate and Professional Schools. Residence Facilities - Co-educational ★ For information concerning Scholarships. Bursaries, Entrance Requirements, etc. contact THE REGISTRAR Page Four ‘THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 WS2 Wi n els or Boar cl o f E cl u c a t i tenders to the Students, Teachers anti Principal John L Forster Collegiate Institute ITS CONGRATULATIONS the Scholastic ancl Otl ler Attainments of the School Year 1955-56 Ward WINDSOR BOARD OF EDUCATION B. NICHOLS Ward TI - - -.C. G. SAMPSON Ward III - -------- H. D. TAYLOR. B.A., M.D., Chairman Ward IV.- - - - P. P. McCALLUM, C.L.U. Ward V -.- - D. W. GRAY SEPARATE SCHOOLS M. G. BRICK, D.D.S. H. J. LASS ALINE, M.A. VOCATIONAL SCHOOL E. WATSON, LL.B. J. C. CRAIG WINDSOR SCHOOLS EXCEL mm SPA RTALOGUE STAFF FRONT ROW (left to right): Miss Scarfone, Gail Casey, Ann Rutherford, Catherine White, Ann Grant, Diane Mears. SECOND ROW: Bill Ford, Marlene Randell, Jean Virtue. Marilyn Lynds. Elizabeth Ord. Jacqueline Snyder, Marilyn Cummings. THIRD ROW: Valentina Tritjak, Leavena Boismier, Andy Small. Pat Dobson, Elizabeth Porter. ABSENT: Miss Laithwaite. ADVERTISING COM MITTEF FRONT ROW (left to right): Miss Scarfone. Donna Barnes. Jean Virtue, Claire Renaud SECOND ROW: Sanford Schen. Richard Zatina. Bill Bryce, Gordon Law. Page Six “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Spartalogue Staff EDITOR - -- -- -- -- - Catherine White ADVISORY EDITORS. Miss Scarfone Miss Laithwaite LITERARY LAYOUT - ART Gail Casey Marilyn Lynds COPY - - - - Valentina Tritjak Elizabeth Porter Diane Mears Ann Rutherford SPORTS - - - - - Ann Grant Gordon Law Bill Ford Carole Lyngholm Andy Small ASSISTANTS - - - - Jack Wayne John Blacklock Bill Bryce Jean Virtue TYPISTS—Leavena Boismier, Marlene Randell, Jackie Snyder, Margaret Hogg. Dorothy MacDonald. Marilyn Cummings. Barbara Huntley. ADVERTISING COMMITTEE—Jean Virtue, Doreen Dwyer, Richard Zatina, Bill Bryce. Sanford Schen. Donna Barnes, Mary Lou Eberwein. COVER—Elizabeth Ord. Spartalogue - - - QjO -p HIS 1956 edition of the Spartalogue has involved a great deal of work on the part of a great many persons. All who X participated deserve thanks—from Miss Scarfone and Miss Laithwaite our advisory editors, who contributed so much toward the preparation of the magazine, to the reporters who covered all the activities at F. C. I. To all we say, Thank you. A special acknowledgement should be given to a number of groups—the members of the editorial staff, for the many hours they spent in selecting and assembling the material—the class representatives who have portrayed interesting side¬ lights and events—the senior commercial students who typed the articles—the advertising committee who sold one thousand, two hundred dollars worth of advertisements, and our advertisers whose generosity all of us can repay by patronizing their places of business. This 1956 magazine with eight additional pages over last year ' s is the largest in Forster Collegiate’s history. We hope that the quality is at least equal to that of previous year books. A school magazine fulfills its purpose if it provides a pleasant and worthwhile experience for those who write it, an entertaining picture of the year’s activities, and a valued memento for the future when, as an ex-student, the reader again recalls his high-school days. Those of us who worked on this magazine can testify that the first condition has been more than met. We hope that the other two will also be met, when you. the reader, examine the 1956 Spartalogue. Catherine White, Editor. THE SPARTALOGUE “strong in will To strive, to seek, to find and not to yield.” The young in heart have always re¬ sponded to the challenge of great tasks and venturesome enterprises. “To strive” to play a useful part in the booming growth of Canada. “To seek” a touch stone, a test for right and wrong, a light to guide them on their way, “To find” the happiness, the durable satisfactions of life that come from honest and persevering effort to “Do the duty that lies nearest.” These are my wishes for the Graduates of 1956. T. Park Steadman, Principal. r ' •! TEACHERS FRONT ROW (left to right): Miss Scarfone, Miss Cluff, Mrs. Liddell. Miss Philpot. Mr. Steadman. Mrs. Ray. Miss Leiper, Miss Gurney. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Sparling, Mrs. Lorenzen. Miss Munnings, Miss Weller, Miss Cushnie, Mrs. Haeberlin. Mr. Pitkanen. THIRD ROW: Miss McEachern, Miss Vott. Mrs. Cooper. Miss Doan. Miss Laithwaite, Mr. Silcox. FOURTH ROW: Mr. Ellis. Mr. Heaton, Mr. Brown, Mr. Krol. Mr. Maliender, Mr Whetstone. FIFTH ROW: Mr. Christie. Mr. Courtney. ABSENT: Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Langmaid. Page Eight ‘THE SPARTALOGUE’ 1956 l lie Class of ' 56 Now that we are about to leave, Our hopeful hearts are prone to grieve, For when we take a careful look, We find all through our memory book Remembrances of friends and joys, Which were, throughout our school-life, buoys That guided us along our course, Protecting us from evil’s force. Although we’ve known the darker side, A teacher’s wrath, homework untried, Dentention form, (it was the style), And office chairs devoid of any smile; We too have known the standard high That built our pride in F. C. I.— The spirit which made the walls resound, To cheer the Spartans WOSSA-bound— The sportsmanship and fine good-will Poured into both defeat and thrill— The feeling of achievement won With muscles and plays well-done. Of course our teachers strove to seek New ways our minds with truths to steep; Although some knowledge they instilled, With greater store our souls they filled. They spoke of a much loftier thing— A love of learning; these words sing Of wisdom, truth, and ancient lore m And bring their ideals to the fore. Our high school life has smoothly flowed And has another gift bestowed— . A code for life, and upright heart, And this, we pray, we may impart. —Marjorie Mitchell. HOME ROOM Miss Munnings, 13A TEACHERS Mr. Courtney,M3C HOWARD AITKENHEAD — 13A S.A. Officers’ corps signal corps, choir Amb. Ontario Agricultural College Desc. Scratch Fut. Still itching WALTER BARANOWSKI — 13A S.A. Officers’ corps, Eeclesia. band, football, choir Amb. Mechanical Engineering at Toronto Desc. Cute in a kilt Fut. Inventions unlimited CHARLES BARKER — 13A Amb. Electrical Engineer Desc. Strong silent type Fut. Charged with electrons NANCY BOWMEN — 13A S.A. Eeclesia, basketball, volleyball, track. Spartalogue. dance committee Amb. Teachers’ College Desc. Bill ' s Baby Doll Fut. Teaching a(t) Kennedy JAMES CAFFRAY — 13A S.A. Rifle team, swimming, officers’ corps Amb. To own a ’56 Harley Davidson Desc. The man with the cast arm Fut. North-bound DOUG CARR — 13A S.A. Basketball, football, Eeclesia, operetta Amb. R.C.M.P. Desc. Man and a half Fut. Sergeant Carr of the Yukon TAMY COHOON — 13A S.A. Choir, operetta. Eeclesia. drama, volleyball Amb. Physio-Therapist Desc. Twinklin’ Tam Fut. Academy Award Winner JAMES CRUICKSHANK — 13A S.A. Track, footbali. Eeclesia Amb. Police Force Desc. Muscle Man Fut. Riding a three-wheeler JON DELAURIER — 13A S.A. Choir operetta. Swimming rifle team, officers’ corps Amb. Geology Desc. Backbone of the Theatre Fut Testing hardrocks JOHN DEWHIRST — 13A S.A. Football, track, dance committee Amb. Assumption - - - Business Administration Desc. Jackie Cooper ' s double Fut. Caught with A ' net FRANK DIETZEL — 13A S.A. Officers’ corps, signal corps, hockey. Spartalogue Amb. Assumption - - - Bachelor of Commerce Desc. Motor Man Fut. Riding for the daredevils TERRY HENRY — 13A S.A. Rifle team, basketball, choir Amb. Chemist Desc. All gone to waist Fut. Weight lifter BILL KENNEDY — 13A S.A. Hockey team Amb. Business Administrator Desc. “Hepp” Kid Fut. Head of Board of Education STUART KLEIN — 13A S.A. Tennis, public speaking Forster Forum, Ecclesia, track, choir, first aid corps. Spartalogue Amb. Medicine Desc. The near-sighted appraiser Fut. -‘Where ' s the patient? DONNA MAIER — 13A S.A. Choir, Christian Fellowship, drama Amb. Nurse Desc. Florence Nightingale Fut. Panhandler MORRIS PALIWODA — 13A S.A. Basketball Amb. R.C.M.P. Desc. Slick in stripes Fut. With his wonder-dog “Carr” DONNA GREY — 13A S.A. Track, drama Amb. Teacher Desc. Never Blue Fut. Brightening class rootnr EDWARD HOPPS — 13A Amb. To get a job Desc. It’s a FORD Fut. Reading want ads. KEN KERNAGHAN — 13A S.A. Band, choir Amb. Ford Trade School Desc. Bob Hopey Fut Clarke’s Domestic College ROD LAFONTAINE — 13A S.A. Band, drama, dance committee. Spartalogue Amb. Ontario Agricultural College Desc. Casanova Fut. Pushing a Model A Tractor MARJORIE MITCHELL — 13A S.A. Representative at the U. N., choir, operetta, cheer leader, Forster Forum, Hi-Notes, drama Amb. Lab Technician Desc. Blond, bright and Bill’s Fut. Ilow’itt goes nobody knows GAIL PARKER — 13A S.A. Forster Forum, basketball, volleyball, operetta, track, swimming, dance committee, Spartalogue. drama, choir Amb. Teacher Desc. Rosie Fut. Caught in an Austin CAROL PATTERSON — 13A S.A. Track, Ecclesia executive, dance committee, volleyball, Spartalogue, operetta, basketball, Forster Forum, cheer leader, drama, choir Amb. Teacher Desc. Shocking Fut Charging Howitt’s battery. ROGER PENNY — 13A S.A. Ecclesia, football, officers’ corps Amb. Teacher Desc. C. C. (completely cool) Fut. Prophet Penny PAUL PEPPER — 13A S.A. Football, track Amb. Electrical engineer Desc. Hot stuff Fut. Well-seasoned DEAN SAUL — 13A S.A. Football, basketball, Ecclesia, dance committee Amb. Medicine at Western Desc. Man Mountain Dean Jr. Fut. King for a lifetime KEITH SHORTER — 13A S.A. Track, choir Amb. Ford Trade School Desc. Getting longer and longer Fut. Time-keeper at professional basketball games JOHN SPARLING — 13A S.A. Officers corps, signal corps, choir, operetta, drama, Ecclesia, Forster Forum Amb. Chemical Engineer Desc. Owner of a six-place log table Fut. A professors’ professor GARY TUCKER — 13A S.A. Basketball, football, track, swimming, operetta, choir. Ecclesia, officers’ corps Amb. Electrical Engineer Desc. Electrifying Fut. Another Doak Walker BRUCE WIGHTMAN — 13A Amb. Back at F. C. I. Desc. Grey before 20 Fut. Distinguished WALTER WOYTOWICH — 13A S.A. Basketball, golf, choir Amb. Teacher Desc. Always smiling Fut. Teaching the a b e’s of French JUNE ALBROUGH — 13C S.A. Basketball, volleyball, track Amb. Lab. Technician Desc. Fire ball! Fut. Inventing freckle remover CAROL ANDERSON — 13C S.A. Basketball, volleyball, swimming, public speaking operetta Amb. Private Secretary Desc. Starry-eyed Fut. Chatham bound! BLANCHE HOLLAND — 13C Amb. Nursing Desc. Modest! Fut. Nursing an airman CAROL KIPPS — 13C S.A. Cheerleader, choir, operetta drama, Hi-Notes Amb. Nurse Desc, Performing tonsillectomies DIANN KNOWLES — 13C S.A. Choir, operetta Amb. Receptionist Desc. Quiet but dangerous Fut. Hanging on to a CLIFF DOLORES LAFONTAINE — 13A S.A. Dance committee, cheer leader, choir, track, swimming Amb. Nurse Desc. Nature girl Fut. Teaching patients to “chicken” PHYLLIS McQUAIG — I3C S.A. Cheerleader, choir, operetta, basketball manager, drama Amb. Stenographer Desc. Perky Pickle Fut. Writing a book on “How to be a Lady” CAROL MeLEOD — 13C Amb. Private Secretary Desc. Dancing her life away Fut. The Lawton Dance Studios MARILYN PERRY — 13C S.A. Choir Amb. Private Secretary Desc. Pretty baby Fut. Band of Gold MARY SIBLEY — 13C r m PAT PATTISON — 13C S.A. Choir, operetta, swimming. S.A. Volleyball, tennis. Ecclesia volleyball, track, cheer-leader, Ecclesia, drama, dance t c Amb. Nursing committee Desc. Twinkling Toes Amb. Stenographer f t Fut. Adding diamonds to her ring Desc. The Huntress Fut. Tracking down (Jungle) Jim JANET SPECHT — 13C Amb. Teachers’ College Desc. Soft-spoken Fut. Teaching giants NANCY WEIR — 13C S.A. Drama, Spartalogue, Ecclesia Executive, volleyball, basketball, track, choir, - operetta, Hi-Notes, Forster Forum, Dance Committee Amb. Undecided Desc. A real “Rock” Fut. Geologist LEAVENA BOISMIER — 12C S.A. Drama, Spartalogue Amb. Typist Desc. Happy-go-lucky Fut. Typing 100 wmp - - no errors RUTH BRIAN — 12C S.A. Choir Amb. Bell Telephone Desc. Prim and proper Fut. Number please! MARILYN CUMMINGS — 12C S.A. Spartalogue Amb. Stay single Desc. Always typing Fut. The boss’ wife DOREEN DROUILLARD — 12C S.A. Drama Amb. Private Secretary Desc. Sophisticated Fut. Taking dictation for Bill MARGARET HOGG — 12C S.A. Spartalogue Amb. Court stenographer Desc. “Scotty” Fut. Guiding juvenile delinquents ELIZABETH HANSEN — 12C S.A. Volleyball, choir Amb. Receptionist Desc. Dark and demure Fut. Keeping Kirk in line JEANETTE HOULE — 12C Amb. MRS. degree Desc. Sharp Fut. Mission accomplished BARBARA HUNTLEY — 12C S.A. Choir, drama, operetta, Spartalogue Amb. Receptionist Desc. Giggles Fut. Full-time carhop at Pete’s DOROTHY MacDONALD —12C S.A. Spartalogue Amb. To go to Europe Desc. Ambitious Fut. Globe Trotter EILEEN McKETTRICK — 12C S.A. Track, volleyball, Ecclesia Amb. Basketball coach Desc. Lots of fun Fut. Raising basketballs MARLENE RANDELL — 12C S.A. Spartalogue, drama Amb. Private Secretary Desc. Mysterious Fut. Gardening with Gerry JACKIE SNYDER — 12C S.A. Spartalogue Amb. Typist Desc. Dark eyes Fut. Soupy’s secretary Page Fourteen “THE SPARTALOGUE 1956 Commencement — 19o5 I -l ORSTER COLLEGIATE honoured its 1955 graduates at a memorable commencement on November 18, 1955. Following the singing of O Canada. Reverend Robert Freeland, Minister of Tabernacle Baptist Church, delivered the Invocation. Mr. H. M. Brown, vice-principal, introduced the guest speaker, Mr. T. C. White, Director of Education, who emphasized the importance of the years spent at school. Mr. White stressed these years as being not merely a training period for later years, but also a necessary and enjoyable part of one’s life. In her reply to Mr. White, Jill Armstrong, representative of the 1955 graduating class, recalled many amusing incidents which highlighted her classmates years at Forster Collegiate. Jill expressed her appre¬ ciation to the teachers as she quoted Churchill’s famous words, “Never have so many owed so much to so few.” Entertainment was provided by the Girls’ choir under the direction of Miss B. Cluff and accompanied by Dawn Campbell. The girls sang, “Linden Lea” by Vaughan Williams, and “Not Unto Man Be Given Glory” by William Byrd. Later in the evening the mixed choir, led by Miss Cluff and accompanied by Sandra Mandzuk, sang “The Arethusa” by Thiman, “Greensleeves” arranged by W. Anderson, and “Invo¬ cation” by Bortniansky. This year, a great many graduates shared the scholarship and bursary awards totalling $3525. Jill Armstrong, with the top scholastic honours, received the three hundred dollar Archibald MacMurchy Memorial Scholarship for General Proficiency—University of Toronto, and a new award, the John L. Forster award of one hundred dollars. Catherine Copeland, second in her class, was given the newly-formed J. T. Robinson Memorial Award of one hundred dollars, and the Atkinson Foundation Bursary at the University of Western Ontario valued at four hundred dollars. Phyllis Klein accepted the two hundred University of Western Ontario Admission Scholarship and the Ontario Hockey Association Scholarship at the University of Western Ontario worth one hundred and fifty dollars. Bob Ord was awarded an Engineering Alumni Bursary at the University of Toronto valued at five hundred dollars. David Marsden received the Atkinson Foundation Bursary from the University of Western Ontario worth four hundred dollars and the Student Aid Foundation of Michigan award of one hundred and fifty dollars. Muriel Douey was presented with the Dominion Provincial Bursary at the London Teachers’ College for two hundred and fifty dollars. The At¬ kinson Foundation Bursary for Assumption University, valued at two hundred dollars, was presented to Zenon Zubrycky. Ivan Bastien received the Chemical Institute of Canada Bursary worth one hundred dollars. The Student Aid Foundation of Michigan (three hundred and seventy-five dollars) was awarded to David Rudkin. Doreen Wells accepted the Col. Walter McGregor Chapter I.O.D.E. Bursary of one hundred dollars. Sheila Bellringer was presented with the Christine Waterman Grant by the Windsor Pilot Club worth one hundred dollars. The Dominion Provincial Bursary (one hundred dollars) for the Special Commercial Course at J. L. Forster C. I. was presented to Carol Kipps. The Public Speaking awards were highlighted this year with the presentation of the W.S.S.A. Medal to Dianne Campbell, the Junior Girls’ champion. The Malcolm Fursery shield was presented to senior winners, Anne Johnston and Gordon Law. Anne Johnston, Dianne Campbell, Gordon Law, and David Robinson, also received school prizes. The presentation of honour pins, for leadership, initiative, and scholarship were made to the excep¬ tional students of Forster’s graduating class. These outstanding students were Jill Armstrong, Richard Howitt, Anne Johnston, Phyllis Klein, and David Marsden. Service Pins were presented to students who rendered service in certain activities: Drama—Philip Arber; Library—Doreen Dwyer, Rosabelle Veighey; Spartalogue—Darlene Daughterty, Margaret North; Music—Dawn Campbell; Band—Larry McLean, Fred Smith, Edward Zolinski; Hockey—David Moore; Sec¬ retarial Services—Laura Jeannotte, Jeannette Parr; Other Activities—Walter Baranowski, Nancy Bowen, Judy Kidd. Academic Pins were awarded to the following students: 9A—John Blacklock, Carolyn Dietzel, Elizabeth Gilker, Mary Lou Richards; 9B—Barry Bobson; 9D—Ann Grant, Deanna Duggan, Shiela Tyler; 9E—Whit¬ man Tucker; 9F—Sharon Wilson; 10B—Dolores Masko; IOC—Margaret Sparling, Dianne Campbell, Mar¬ garet White; 10D—Marguerite Gunn; 10E—James Lieshman; 11A—Barbara Kerr, Glenda Atkins; 11B— Catherine White, Dawn Campbell, Heidi Greiser, Rosabelle Veighey, Gordon Law, Marilyn Lynds, Patricia Dobson, Philip Arber; 12A—John Sparling, Stuart Klein, Deanna Girard; 12B—Donna Gray, Marjorie Mitchell, Judy Kenyon, Sheila Bellringer; 12C—Evelyn Crowder; 13A—Jill Armstrong, Catherine Copeland. This year 26 graduates were presented with Senior Matriculation Diplomas. A total of 62 students received Junior Matriculation Diplomas. Commercial Graduation Diplomas were accepted by 14 pupils. Following the programme, the graduates were invited to a short reception in the cafeteria. ABRADOR NEWFOUNDLANI ■ONTARIO “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Fifteen THE FORWARD LOOK is everywhere in Canada! You’re just in time—big things are happening in this fine land of ours! All across Canada, a dynamic new kind of progress and growth has taken form in the last decade. Commerce. Industry. Agriculture. They ' re bursting with new vitality—and still gaining momentum. And you ' re in on all this, now! In our own business, we at Chrysler call this fresh, go-ahead spirit the Forward Look. It takes the form of new plants and new techniques for doing things better. And it finds dramatic expression in the sleek new styling of our cars. It ' s a wonderful time to be young and just starting out. There are great things to be done, and rich rewards to be won. The Forward Look is every¬ where in Canada, and it promises an ever brighter future for us all. CHRYSLER CORPORATION OF CANADA, LIMITED PLYMOUTH-DODGE-DE SOTO-CHRYSLER CARS — DODGE AND FARGO TRUCKS 0 o , ' newL BRUNSWICK - O B fbp NOVA 1 Mr scotia Page Sixteen “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Last Year’s Graduates Where are all the 1955 Grads now? you ask. Many are taking further training in various universities, while others have already started in their chosen vocations. To keep you posted, here is a list of their present activities: JILL ARMSTRONG IVAN BASTEIN RICHARD BATE KEN BRADLEY MARGARET CARSON CATHARINE COPELAND WILLIAM ELLIS MURIEL DOUEY STEPHEN FLAGG RICHARD HOWITT ANN JOHNSTON WILLIAM JOHNSTON JUDY KIDD PHYLLIS KLEIN JEAN LAW JO-ANNE SNYDER HELEN WOOD DAVE RUDKIN FRANK STEADMAN CAROL ANN STEPHENSON DOREEN WELLS DIANE YATES DEANNE WHITESIDE ZENON ZUBRYCHY JERRY WEINGARDEN CHRIS MADSEN DAVID MARSDEN PETER MASSON ELIZABETH McLISTER MARGARET NORTH LEON PAROIAN ROBERT ORD FRED SMITH WILLIAM WALDRON EDWARD ZOLINSKI EVELYN CROWDER University of Toronto Assumption College Air Force Queen ' s University University of Western Ontario University of Western Ontario Ontario Agricultural College Teacher’s College University of Michigan Waterloo College University of Toronto Chrysler’s Teacher’s College University of Western Ontario Teacher’s College Teacher’s College Married Queen’s University Ford ' s Office Teacher’s College Teacher’s College University of Toronto Assumption College Assumption College Diane’s Shoes Lawrence Technical College University of Western Ontario Queen ' s University University of Toronto Bell Telephone Assumption College University of Toronto Wiley’s Drug Store Canadian Salt Co. University of Toronto A. Towle Insurance Agency Cj V i ■ • —- ROSEMARY CHARBONNEAU J. F. Twigg (Lawyer) DARLENE DAUGHERTY HELEN DOMAGALA JOAN DRAGOMIR ARLENE FINDLAY BETTY HOWE EDWARD THOMSON JACQUELINE JACKSON LAURE JEANNOTTE JEANNETTE OUELLETTE JEANNETTE PARR ADA QUICK HELEN MURARIK BETTY ANN STEWART PHYLLIS STUBBINGTON AUDREY TAYLOR Dr. McLister’s Office Office at Webster Motors J. Clark Keith Generating Sta. Russell A. Farrow Broker Windsor Credit Bureau Thomson Welding Air Force McPhee Burnett Immigration Office Household Finance Married Appel Brothers Bank of Montreal Married Windsor Credit Bureau New Teachers 1 —i ORSTER COLLEGIATE is really beginning to burst at M the seams once again, as more and more students crowd the halls. The enrolment jumped to over six hundred and fifty while the teaching staff showed an increase of four. Eight teachers in all came to Forster as replacements or additions. Two teachers from the land of the heather brought a little bit of Scotland to- Forster Collegiate. Mr. Christie graduated from St. Andrew’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree. He served with the Royal Air Force in Italy and North Africa during the second World War. Before joining our staff Mr. Christie taught in Scotland, England, and last year at North Essex High School. Miss Leiper. who taught in Saskatchewan last year, holds an M.A. degree in geography from Aberdeen, Scotland. She has been teaching Forster’s geography and history, and she instructed the Silver Red Cross swimming class during the winter months. Mrs. Thompson, who replaced Mrs. Cooper at Christmas, is a graduate in Home Economics from MacDonald College. She recently taught dietetics to the nurses ' training classes at Hotel Dieu Hospital. The University of Western Ontario is well represented with three new teachers. Mrs. Langmaid, a former Forster teacher, specializing in classics, was welcomed back. Miss Laithwaite, who comes from Victoria School, is also a Western Grad. Mr. Heaton, an enthusiast in plant path¬ ology, is a Botany and Science specialist. Toronto, not to be outdone sent two more graduates to increase our staff. Mr. Pitkanen is a history major from the Ontario College of Education. A former Patterson Collegiate legiate student, Mrs. Liddell, is a specialist in classics. We certainly welcome all of these fine teachers to Forster Collegiate, and hope that they will be with us for many years to come. Reel Feather Campaign Deciding that Forster would like to contribute to the Red Feather Drive, the Ecclesia sponsored a Bring a Penny” contest. Each person was required to donate an amount of pennies equal to his age and there were rewards for the winning class. Under the watchful eye of Carol Patterson. Nan Weir, John Sparling and Stuart Klein, all the bags of pennies were weighed as each class brought forth their “sack of gold”. Grade 13 was shocked by the keen com¬ petition of 11 A, 10A, and 12A. Proving victorious. 12A rocked the scale with their contribution of about 2,000 pennies, and in addition to a large red feather for the front of the room, each member of the class received a red feather and a ticket to the Swimming Meet to commemorate the victory. Everyone gave with the realization that his con¬ tribution. no matter how small, would go to help some person in need. All the students of Forster are to be complimented for their tremendous response for such a worthy cause. I « y-j i THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Eighteen FRONT ROW (left to right): Heidi Grieser, Miss Philpot, Dorothy Erdeg, Deneece Dudley. Lois Bowen SECOND ROW: Valentina Tritjak, Rosabelle Veighey, Julia Murdock. Pat Dobson. from another planet, or even another solar system? Major Keyhoe does, and after reading his beliefs, perhaps you will, too. THE SECRET OF THE UNDERSEA BELL—Science and adventure, by J. S. Douglas. This exciting story of adventure and mystery was written by Mr. Douglas after many weeks with abalone fishermen —exploring the underseas which he describes so vividly. SCIENCE MAGIC—Science, by Swezey. Here is an astonishing collection of scientific stunts and experiments which are fun to do while learning the funda¬ mentals of science. CHAMPIONS BY SETBACK—Athletics, by Boynick. The pages of this wonderful book unfold the heart¬ warming stories of ten athletes who overcame their physical handicaps. After reading this book, you will certainly believe that Proud men can do anything.” The following is the list of books recommended by the Library staff. Hero are some of the comments you too will make about the books. FOR GIRLS TORBEG—by Grace Campbell. Senior Fiction. Torbeg. the domain of a prince and his wife, comes to life on the pages of this intriguing story. This is a drama of hard and robust living, of good humour and warm hearts and the durable love between a man and his wife. GOWN OF GLORY—by A. Turnbull. Senior Fiction. You will live in this novel. If you have ever seen a country town come slowly awake on a summer’s Sabbath, you will find in these pages a warm pleasure, and a deep sense of peace. TO HAVE AND NOT HOLD—by J. Syon. Fiction. An engaging blend of teen-age romance and first-class advice is sure to capture the hearts of each and every reader. MARTY GOES TO HOLLYWOOD—by Bialk. Career. The sober facts as well as the romance and glamour of Hollywood are all here. Read for yourselves the adventures of a girl reporter in fabulous star-studded Hollywood. THE FAIR ADVENTURE—by Gray. Fiction. Serena Page MacNeil, our heroine, sometimes found it hard to have each big moment dwarfed by someone else ' s even bigger moment—but you will laugh heartily at her folly. FOR BOYS MEN AND SHARKS AND MANTA—by Hans Hass. Senior Science and Travel. Filming the killers, close-ups and close calls under the sea is the vocation of this excellent author. You will explore with him the floor of the Red Sea and face dangers and dilemmas unlimited. THE TWO JACKS—by W. R. Bird. War, Senior. This book contains the almost incredible exploits of two Canadians, Major J. S. Fairweather and Major J. M. Veness. who escaped and fought side by side with the Marquis. FLYING SAUCERS FROM OUTER SPACE—by Major D. E. Keyhoe lU. S. Marine Corps, retired). Senior Science. Can you believe that we are under observation by beings FOR BOYS AND GIRLS CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY—Senior Fiction, by Paton. This book has become known as the most distinguished novel that has come out of South Africa in many years, and one of the best stories that has appeared anywhere in recent times. RIDE WITH ME—Senior Fiction, by Costain. This full-length novel of the Napoleonic period is as colourful as the uniforms of Wellington ' s own Dragoons, as sound as a gold florin, and as romantic as its French heroine. Costain also wrote The White and The Gold”, an excel¬ lent study of Canadian history. TREASURE-DIVING HOLIDAYS—Travel and Adventure, by Crile. You will be amazed with the antics of the six members of the Crile family on the floors of three seas. ANIMALS IN ARMOR—Animal Life, by C. Hylander. The door to the fascinating science of herpetology , the study of reptiles, is opened. This guide for young naturalists is generously illustrated with drawings and photographs. •THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Nineteen The Spartalogue staff wishes to express its appreciation to the English teachers, especially Miss Munnings, Mrs. Sparling, and Miss Cluff, for supplying us with so many interesting stories and poems written by their students. Since printing all the stories and poems was impossible, the editors read and then voted on the entries in an effort to give you the cream of the crop. We hope that the readers will enjoy these selections as much as we did. 1 lie Do-It-Yourself Craze By ROGER PENNY The regrettable event occurred many years ago, but it still remains fresh in the memories of a few. It was an event that condemned man to a life of frustration and futility. If only he could have seen the results of his mad folly—the severed fingers, the maimed arms, the frayed tempers! If only he could have been content. But this prehistoric man became dissatisfied with the fruit he was eating and temptation was nigh. His fevered eye caught sight of a succulent brontosaurus, and the die was cast. Taking hold of a nearby branch, he broke off the club with his bare hands. Man was fated, and the do-it-yourself craze” was started. From its humble beginnings, this deadly menace spread, germinated and multiplied into a multi-million dollar industry. Pick up your favourite magazine and you cannot escape; far-reaching advertisements like “Anybody Can Build a House” or “We’re Swimming in Our Homemade Pool” catch your eye. They make it seem absurd that you can not construct a simple ten-room house with catch-phrases like Mil¬ lions have. Why don’t you?” and “A mere six-year-old can assemble it.” Looking at the plans, I have come to the conclusion that six-year-olds are not as mere as they used to be. The articles make it seem im¬ possible that you have not built a twenty foot yacht or assembled your personal “univac” machine. In a recent popular magazine there were two mint specimens of this enlightened age. Mr. Factum wanted to build an ociliscope, and considering he was an electrical engineer, it seemed plausible. But what did Mrs. Factum do? Why, just what any other red-blooded wife would do. She decided to build a high-fidelity amplifier for the family phonograph. By her own admission she did not know how to use a soldering iron and there was a slight suspicion that she did not know a vacuum tube from a light bulb. Of course, the project was a tremendous success. Oh, for the land of the story book! But there are vic tims of this insidious disease. There have been scars of this cult, which includes two- foot swimming pools, houses with foundations that resemble billowing waves, and “bar-be-que” pits that look like United States Steel at full shift when in action. But the most common and demoralizing of all these failures can be found in the many basements of Canada. Time and time again, the forgotten derelicts lie motionless, victims of narrow doorways. But what of the future? Can we dare imagine the monstrosities to come? The field will have to widen to include a few new medical books which will feature such articles as “Brain surgery: Self taught . In the science fields there will no doubt be a few articles on building your own atomic pile or on the pleasures of radiation. But as time passes, even you may be tempted by a sudden constructive urge. Be firm and suppress the vicious thought. But if you ever need a partially assembled row-boat, I will sell you one cheap. I have to make room in my basement for my new easy-to-assemble” blast furnace. THE STORM The morning dawned grey and still; The air was filled with a hoary chill: Birds in the forest ceased their song, As darkening clouds came rolling along. Great drops of rain began to fall; The darkened clouds passed over all; Thunder and lightning louder grew; Now rain in torrents was falling too. The trees bowed low to the storm ' s wild call; Flashing lightning brightened all; Crashing thunder, wind and spray: Nature fought this battle grey. A breeze sprang up from out of the west: Blowing the clouds away with zest; Into the distance passed the storm; The sun beamed out bright and warm. —Neil Wightman. 11A. Page Twenty THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 J lie Deciding Pitcli Carol Patterson, 18A. I can still see him as a rangy, heavily-bearded, raw- boned guy ambling across the left-field grass on his way from the bull pen to the mound. We had to get this one man out—the big one—and if anybody could do it, it was Sal Sloam. I was waiting for him at the mound, mask in hand, with our coach Leo Dolan, and our starter, John Pedros. When Sal reached us, Leo tossed him the ball. All yours, Sal. Sal nodded, and dug the toe of his spikes into the mound as if contemplating his next move. We’ll make this short and sweet, Sal, I said, strolling back to the plate. As far as we were concerned, we gained nothing if we won the game. We were up against the Hawks, who were tied with the Sox. The Sox were already winners of the last official game, and if the Hawks lost this one, the Sox were in for sure, and we had the Hawks down to their last out in the bottom of the ninth, four to three. But, they had loaded the bases on our starting pitcher who had given them a rough time for eight innings, and now, the fate of the Hawks depended on Sal, who would decide whether they would get a chance at the play-off and maybe the World Series. Even at thirty-six and after ten years in the big leagues, Sal was a man who had gained more honour and stature and victories than most. But he once said that he had always wanted more than anything else to play in a Wor ld Series. He never had, and never would, because he was all through to-day, bowing out as a relief pitcher on a club who had clinched eighth place. Sal dried his hand on the resin, and as he did. he took a slow cold stare at the third-base coaching box. Inside it. Continued on Page 46 Man Without A Country j Rosalie La Fontaine, 12B. I was deported from my country for a reason which I shall not disclose. In my defense, I shall say that the charge against me was wrong. I have been living aboard ships for many, many years, and the year is now 1852. As soon as we come near land they transfer me to another ship and I go out to sea again. This is my punishment. I have not seen land since I left America, and I shall never see it again. The sea is a lonely plain which has no end. It never changes. Many things have happened since I came aboard. Once I saved the ship from being taken by our English enemies. One night I was sitting on deck by myself when I saw the phantom ride over the horizon. The moon revealed the white sails and immediately I warned the rest of the ship. The English came aboard our ship. The captain ordered me to my cabin because I was not allowed to do anything as a soldier. I went against orders. My victories included the deaths of seven Englishmen and the saving of my captain’s life. He could not pardon me for my disobedience and I was still an exile. All day long I sit and watch the sea. I have had much time to think about my past. Living in remorse is good for no man. I have learned this. The blame for my suffering does not go entirely to the president but rather to my fate. God has never stopped hearing my prayers because I have not given up hope that this wrong will be discovered some day. The sea has become my world. I am now quite accus¬ tomed to it. The only signs of life in it are the sharks which often come close to the boat. When we near land, sea gulls hover over the ship like flies around honey. Soon they leave us and the boat is left unescorted at sea. To-day I am lying in bed, because I have been sick for more than a week. My appetite is gone, and my weak body can no longer stand any strain. My arm is too weak to write. A good friend aboard this ship is writing my final account for me. I am not afraid to admit that the hand of death is slowly taking me. My life has not been wasted. I have learned to tolerate man ' s mistakes and have mended my own ways. At first I would rather have died than live at sea with the fishy smell and salt air, but I soon learned that the surroundings were not the only thing that counted. What really mat¬ tered was the way you lived in these surroundings. God is now beckoning me and I do not want to keep Him waiting. I would like to say something before I die. Please tell my family of my whereabouts if any of them are still living. Tell them I love them and have been long¬ ing to see them.” Turning towards the captain who had just entered the cabin, Bury me in the sea which has been my home for so many years. I would have it no other way.” He closed his eyes forever. The captain opened the Bible and found a hand-written passage at the very beginning. It was short and he read, “I loved my country as no man ever did. My greatest desire was for my country, and I would have done nothing against it. I forgive anyone who has done harm to me and especially those ignorant of my innocence. The sea was made for man to enjoy as well as the land. I have learned to love it as a home. My body will be cast into the sea but God shall take my soul.” THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Twenty-One HAWK Motionless in a breathless sky He listless hangs, He sights his quarry And, like some plunging star, He plummets down, Talons widespread. It struggles futilely in his cruel grip But he, Relentless, Unmoved by muted pleas. Lifts up into the pale sky, Bearing his prize to some bare, sun-scorched crag, To feast in unmolested gluttony. —Rosabelle Veighey, 12A. FAITH As we walk along the broad path of life Experiencing sadness, sorrow and strife, Knowing that someone greater than we Is willing and waiting to hear our plea, Knowing He sends the drops of rain We certainly ought to praise His name. As we live on earth from day to day Molding our lives as if they were clay. Seeing small buds bloom into flowers Watching the birds fly to church towers. Watching small children play for hours We soon learn who made this great world of ours. —Margaret Johnstone, 10E. BY THE RIVER The ducks are on the river. And ice is drifting by. The sun shines bright as silver. No clouds are in the sky. Nature used her magic wand. To make this all serene. No boats with shrill command, Now mar this peaceful scene. Spring will soon be with us. The wild ducks will fly away, And the boats with their busy fuss Will start again one day. —Ann Rutherford, 11A. WHY •’ Soft white clouds line the deep blue sky. Blossoms cover the trees so high. Many times I ask myself why God gave these gifts to such as I. Purple sunsets, brightest dawns. The greenest woods, the gentlest fawns, The shining sun with its golden crown All this He made when He came down. —Joyce Brent, UB. “FISHIN’ ” A business man may sit a wishin ' . To get away from his toils; But instead of wishin ' , to be fishin ' , He SHOULD be fishin ' . A millionaire may sit a wishin ' , To get away from plush and gold; But instead of wishin ' , to be fishin ' . He SHOULD be fishin ' . A school boy may be a wishin ' . To escape from his classroom toils; But instead of wishin ' , to be fishin ' , He SHOULD be fishin ' . A teacher may sit a wishin ' . To escape from his stupid hoard; But instead of wishin ' , to be fishin ' . He SHOULD be fishin ' . You may sit and be a wishin’. For me to end this silly poem; But instead of wishin’, to be fishin ' , YOU should be fishin ' . —Tom Anderson. 10E. THE RIGHT WAY The way is never filled with ease. The road is hard to see. I know that I can find my way, If I but look to Thee. The days are often dull and grey. No end to care I see. I know that I can find my way, If I but look to Thee. Many a time my hidden faith Has almost fled from me. But I know that I can always find The path to right, with Thee. THE LIGHTHOUSE Across the deep, black waters Stands a lighthouse bleak and grey. Its beacon light is flashing To guide the sailor ' s way. Around the little island Lie the rocks so sharp and cold. The white-capped waves come dashing. So white, so bright, so bold. The lighthouse is so desolate Filled with surrounding peace, You hear the sounds of eternal sea. The sounds that never cease. I often think of it at night, This lighthouse bleak and grey. Its beacon light still flashing To guide the sailor ' s way. —Judy Ambrose, 11A. THE POWER OF THINKING When all the World looks dark and gray. And all your hopes are gone. Sit down and think in just what way You did somehow go wrong. For life’s a hard and narrow road, A road that never ends. With lots of tears and heavy loads. But still your constant friend. And when you’ve thought it over twice. And searched down deep within your soul. I’m sure you ' ll lead a richer life, And then, my friend, you’ll find your goal. —Barbara Skeggs. 11B. —Dawn Campbell, 12A. Page Twenty-Two THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 I lie Release By TAMY COHOON. 13A The rocking of the boat ceased. The time of reckoning was close at hand, but the small figure, huddled in the corner, seemed lifeless. It had been such a long time since he had seen the sun¬ shine. walked on the cool, green grass, smelt the fragrance of the flowers. His thoughts drifted back to that day when he had been so abruptly shut up in this dungeon, this dark smelly hole in the hold of the ship. It had happened so quickly that his mind had not conceived the meaning until it was too late. He had been walking nonchalantly along the wharf, when suddenly he felt himself being grabbed and dragged up a gangplank. After bumping down two flights of iron stairs, he was shut up in this cage-like cell. A small window about ten feet higher than his head afforded him a clear view of people’s feet, moving on the upper deck. He did not under¬ stand this sudden imprisonment, for he had done nothing wrong, No one had bothered to explain the reason to him either. The only person he had seen, within speaking dis¬ tance, that is, was a short, stocky man with a black patch over his left eye. He was dressed in seafaring togs and walked with a pronounced limp because of a peg leg. This inimical character brought him his food twice a day. The so-called nourishment consisted of a dry cracker and maybe a small morsel of meat with a small ration of water to wash it down. At the beginning of the dire adventure, he at- to evoke a reason for his imprisonment. All he ever received was a harsh Shaddap! Many times he had tried to reach the ears of those people to whom the feet belonged, but to no avail. Not a soul seemed to comprehend the nature of his predicament. Finally he resigned himself to the inevitable. He could do nothing but wait and seer Returning to the present, he felt the boat sway gently from the force of the water. The scraping and shuffling of feet across the floor of the ship reached his ears. Hearing many voices ringing out, he listened intently until suddenly a familiar voice floated across the intervening space. It drew nearer and as it did so a great new hope surged in his breast, driving away the fear and anguish of the preceding days. Steps resounded on the stairs and then the door opened. A small, dark, immaculately dressed woman in her early forties walked to the door of the cage. As the latch was released a tiny brown ball of fuzz literally threw him¬ self at her and gave her a series of wet, affectionate kisses. With great sighs of contentment the dog admitted to himself that life was again beautiful for he was in the arms of his mistress as they landed in a new country. Crash Landing By JOHN SPARLING. 13A In the radio despatcher ' s office at Idlewild, the hands of the clock showed one a.m. Despatcher Welland stretched, got up, and crossed the room to the automatic coffee dis¬ penser. He was just returning to his chair when the red warning light flashed above the massive bank of instruments he operated. With the speed of long practice his hands flitted over the dials and switches. Almost immediately the speaker intoned. T5934 to Idle- wild—request permission and instructions for landing— over.” Welland ' s voice lapsed into that even, robot-like tone used in air communication as he answered. Idlewild to T5934: runway five cleared for landing. Range: eight miles. Ap¬ proach bearing: two zero degrees, over.” Planes using the number T59— were the new Comet IV jet airliners used by the British Overseas Airways Corpora¬ tion. As usual, this Comet was ahead of schedule. With its speed, it would be over the airport in forty seconds. The night was cool and clear, with unlimited visibility. The plane would have no trouble landing unaided. Welland sat back more comfortably in his chair, took another sip of coffee, and idly gazed out the window, watching for the silver ship to loom out of the darkness to the north of the field. A moment later the shrill screech of jets pervaded the airfield, and on the horizon a tiny speck rapidly grew larger. Aboard the Comet, Pilot George Blake pressed the button which would lower the wheels. A little red point of light flashed on immediately above the button. Something was wrong with the landing gear! The wheels were not down! He pressed the button again, but the red light remained on, like a stubborn eye. watching him, refusing to close. By this time his co-pilot, Nick Porter, had seen it too. They looked at each other, creases of concern appearing on their foreheads, their hands tightening on the controls of the plane. As if by command they both looked out towards the airport. It lay straight ahead, a field of light against the darkness, with a path of twin rows of lights beckoning towards the plane. The runway was only a few thousand yards off, and they had no wheels! Blake pulled up sharply on the wheel, and as the plane leveled out above the airport, he spoke with clipped terse¬ ness, T5934—landing mechanism won’t work! Our wheels will not go down. I will circle above the field. Try to see what is wrong—over. His voice was tense with fear, as yet under iron control. Idlewild. wilco, over.” Despatcher Welland picked up a telephone, snapped a few words into the mouthpiece and the whole airport awoke to the danger above. Searchlights stabbed up at the Comet, turning her into a bright white cross flashing above the field. Fire-engines and ambulances with sirens screaming concentrated at runway five. Radios warned all planes in the air to keep away from the field until the Comet had landed. As it passed overhead, observers could see that the right wheels were in satisfactory condition, but the left ones were only half down, and seemed to be twisted. If a landing were attempted, it would almost certainly be fatal. Inside the plane, co-pilot Porter spoke quietly to the passengers through the intercom, Ladies and gentlemen, please fasten your seat-belts at once. The landing will be somewhat rough. With this fine piece of understatement he finished his message, and returned to the business of helping to land a plane without landing gear. In their compartment, the passengers began to wonder why the plane kept circling the airfield again and again. They soon realized something was seriously wrong. They could see the fire-engines and ambulances below; they could see the searchlights focussed on their plane. Then someone on the left side happened to notice in the searchlight beam the twisted, slanting wheels of the left landing gear. Quickly the word spread through the pas¬ sengers. A stewardess walked hurriedly up the aisle to the pilot’s compartment. Five seconds later the co-pilot’s voice snapped harshly over the intercom. Ladies and gentlemen, I have been informed that you know the situation. Do not panic! Every effort to avoid danger is being made. The safest place for you is in your seats with your seat-belts fastened firmly.” They did not panic. Several began to pray silently; others spoke in whispers; still others sat with their eyes staring Continued on Page 67 THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Twenty-Three 1 hrowing Away the Hypothetical Key to Helen By JACK WAYNE, 12A The globe of the mother planet spun beneath. I gazed for several weighty seconds. It all flashed before me, my useless past and more useless future. The only thing worthwhile was the present, and at present this was it: I was Topog¬ rapher ' s mate, A. Jones, H-199327, charting for the navy. It was July, 1944. I was trapped in my special (and rather cramped) rocket, miles above the earth ' s surface, heading quite rapidly in an unknown direction, out of control. Sud¬ denly it dawned on me that my chances of escape were slim. I was not a brave person nor a fatalist: the sound of screaming surprised me, and when I realized it was I who was screaming, I raved louder and louder until (I can re¬ member this quite clearly), the floor came up rapidly to put my most unworthy mind at rest. The floor did its job well, and I was unconscious for a most restful period of time. Upon awakening, I was introduced to a change of scenery. Boredom and futility were behind me now. All my pampered life I had sought excitement, and now my aim was forgotten (indeed everything was forgotten), for I had awakened in a huge garden, filled with everything to make life enjoyable—fruit-laden trees, beautiful surroundings, and magnificent companions. My companions were of such size and richness of colour and bearing and physical charm that I (all-star football center. 1941 season) seemed puny by comparison. They were individuals. Their life ( and. at this time, my life) was rich and full, devoid of struggle. On every tree hung the sustenance of life—food. Game stalked the woods; however it took cleverness to catch the game and boredom played truant from my life for the first time. Life grew richer than I ever dreamed possible. I was ac¬ cepted without reservation, (despite my humanoid short¬ comings). I learned from them the only possible way to lead a perfect life. Life was perfect. In that place, with those creatures, merely existing was the greatest pleasure. There were no superficial ones, until one day. This particular day was like all Atopian days, rich and full. About mid-day I began to feel comfortably hungry. Seeing a strange fruit tree in the corner of the garden I walked over to partake. I was stopped by one of the creatures. Do not eat this fruit, he communicated to me. “It ' s forbidden. He who eats of this fruit is cursed forever. Do not be foolish. Do not eat. He said no more. I was not so perfect as they, and as a result I became curious: I was plagued by desire. I began to think of ways to justify my eating the fruit, and of prov¬ ing the being’s fear untrue. Thus it came to pass that, one day, while out stalking game, I was approached by a snake. (It did not seem un¬ usual after all those other things I. Pssst,” he whispered, come here.” I went. Why don’t you eat from that tree there? he murmured, pointing to the forbidden tree. I explained why (rather unemphatically). What do these creatures know?” he laughed, as he wound his long, hideous body around a tree trunk. They do not wish you to know more than they. That is the tree of knowledge. Eat and you shall be benefited a thousand¬ fold than now. On saying this he wriggled off into the dust, in pursuit of a very warty toad which had caught his eye. Hmmm, I mused. The snake had told me what I wanted to hear and naturally I believed him. Within thirty seconds I was reaching out for the forbidden fruit, I tasted! The bitter taste is one thing I shall never forget. I closed my eyes. Upon opening them again I was horrified. I saw not a garden but a hospital ward. I felt the oppressiveness of July humidity. The ward smelled of antiseptic and third rate nurses. Groaning I gazed into the eyes of my wife, Mrs. Adam Jones (certainly not a magnificent creature). She spoke in her nasal twang. They almost didn ' t pull you through, she twanged. Your heart had stopped beating for a few seconds. It is very lucky Dr. Serpent was able to bring you back. He is indeed a wonderful doctor. Leave It To A Woman By CATHERINE WHITE, 12A As she ironed the sleeve of her new blouse. Dorothy Masco glanced at the kitchen clock. Scarcely three hours remained until her husband would return from the night-shift at the plant. With a faint puckering between her eyes, and a purs¬ ing of her lips, she quickened her pace slightly. It would be nice to have the ironing finished when Joe came in; perhaps if she pressed the tea-towels on only one side this week, she could make it. Then she and Joe could have a cup of tea before bed; sit and talk and maybe even make plans for painting the new house. With this pleasant thought, Dorothy returned to her ironing—a contented smile on her face. She was a tall, slight woman, whose twenty-two inch waist had varied little in twenty plus years of marriage, or to quote her husband, she was growing old gracefully. Her bright, friendly eyes were really too small to be considered beautiful, but the light from them lit up her entire face, so that acquaintances never noticed her other features—the too thin face, ordinary nose, or greying hair—just her eyes. So. Dorothy had never wanted for friends, never been lonely —before. It was not the new house that made her feel so alone, for Dorothy had moved twice before. But then it had been only a few- streets away in their own small town, and she had never really left her friends who could still “drop in as was customary. Here, however, in the big city of Toronto, she knew no one. Of course, in another month, when Joe was acquainted with the new position at the plant, there would be time for new activities. But now—even the children were gone. As she methodically pressed Joe ' s good Sunday shirt. Dorothy’s thoughts turned to her children—not really chil¬ dren any more, for Joe Jr. was in his last year at University, and Louise was now nursing at Winnipeg. Suddenly Dorothy wished desperately that they would appear beside her in the new kitchen in the new house. It would be so cheerful to see Joe, an incurable tease, shocking his fastidious sister with exaggerated big bites from his “Dagwood” sandwich. It would be so comforting to talk, and lean on them a little. Then Dorothy laughed out loud, highly amused to picture herself leaning on the children, for had not they always been the ones to do the leaning? Still it would be nice. . . After the laugh, she felt much better, and reproved herself for becoming so melodramatic. After all, in the week since the Mascos had moved in. Dorothy had met several neigh- Continued on Page 67 Page Twenty-Four THE SPARTALOGUE — 195B PUBLIC SPEAKING FRONT ROW (left to right): Gail Casey, Catherine White, Elizabeth Kulik. Loretta Decarie, Christine Boyd, Mary Holden. SECOND ROW: Rosabelle Veighey, Doug Howell. Phil Meretsky, Ann Grant, Dianne Campbell, Stewart Klein. Marilyn Green. Jack Wayne THIRD ROW: Dawn Campbell, Donna Barnes, Jack Fraser, Bill Ford, Eddy Hyttenrauch, Keith Moulder, Michael Roehon, Michelle Crabbe, Marjorie Dubs. Barbara Power. FOURTH ROW: Miss McEaehern, Mr. Pitkanen, Louis Richardson. Richard Riseborough, Valentina Tritjak, David Robinson, Milan Crepp, Jerome DeLaurier, Mrs. Haberlin, Mrs. Sparling. IPiiblic Speaking Under the capable supervision of Mrs. Haeberlin. Mrs. Sparling, Miss McEaehern and Mr. Pitkanen, the Public Speaking contest was one of the most successful Forster has ever had, with thirty entries in all. The keen com¬ petition made the task of the judges a difficult one. Each champion in his division went on to the city-wide competition—a real experience for any young orator wish¬ ing to acquire the skill of expression. All our representa¬ tives did very well, but the most successful was Dianne Campbell who captured first place in the Senior Girls ' con¬ test thus winning the W. S. S. A. championship and bringing honours to herseif and to our school. In the Senior Boys ' contest, which was coached by Mrs. Haeberlin. the winner was Stuart Klein of 13A who chose as his topic the prominent political figure. Winston Churchill. Jack Wayne, the runner-up, spoke about John Noble, a victim of injustice. The third place winner was Dave Robinson who stressed the importance of Safety in his address. Congratulations go to Jerome De Laurier and Louis Richardson for participating in the contest and mak¬ ing the competition keen. A very interesting and well-prepared speech The Auto¬ mobile Industry” gave Philip Meretsky of 9C a first in the Junior Boys ' contest. The audience heartily enjoyed the speech on Vending Machines given in such amusing style by the second place winner, Doug Howell of 10E. Coming in third. Bi ll Ford of 10D spoke about Newfoundland. The other speakers, who put forth fine efforts, were Milan Crepp. Richard Riseborough. Ed Hyttenrauch. Michael Roehon and Keith Maulder. Mr. Pitkanen’s efforts in coaching were reflected in the fine speeches of these junior boys. Nine speakers participated in the Senior Girls ' contest. Dianne Campbell of 11A chose as her topic Mythology : her presentation of this topic aroused and kept the interest of all her listeners and she not only walked off with a first in the Forster contest but also won the W. S. S. A. contest. In second place was Rosabelle Veighey of 12A. who pre¬ sented an informative speech about Migration . Dwelling on our homeland, Dawn Campbell captured a very close third with her speech Canada To-day . Other participants were Catherine White. Marjorie Dubs. Loretta Decarie, Donna Barnes, Valentina Tritjak and Gail Casey. Mrs. Sparling ' s excellent coaching revealed itself in the poise and delivery of the speakers. The interesting topic of “Teaching gave Ann Grant first place in the Junior Girls ' contest. Marilyn Green who pre¬ sented fascinating information on Canada ' s Northland”, won second place. Coming third. Mary Holden told us Why I Am Proud To Be a Canadian Elizabeth Kulik, Michelle Crabbe, Christine Boyd and Barbara Powers also added their talents to the contest. Mrs. McEaehern coached this group of speakers with a great amount of skill. The Spartalogue Staff would like to congratulate all the students who took part, and we hope to see them as well as additional contestants, in next year ' s contest. THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Twenty-Five Variety Nigkt A combination of talent and the untiring efforts of Miss Cluff, Miss Weller. Miss McEachem and Miss Doan made our first Variety Night a real success. At eight o ' clock sharp scarlet curtains opened to reveal the Forster mixed choir which presented Forster Time , a number composed by Miss Cluff and Miss McEachern. The same group, accompanied by Sandra Mandzuk, closed the programme with a stirring rendition of the Hallelujah Chorus”. Appearing second on the programme were the members of the girls ' chorus—visions of loveliness in their gossamer evening gowns. Accompanied by Elizabeth Ord. they pre¬ sented Serenade” from “The Student Prince”, Stranger in Paradise” and The Unchained Melody”, Later they re¬ turned to sing Three Little Maids”. During this number, David Robinson selected a pretty wife, Diane Campbell, as Diane, Mione Marchant and Tamy Cohoon vied against one another for the attentions of this farmer boy with the ex¬ perienced eye. The boys ' chorus then contributed a choral number. Deep River . A thought-provoking play The Faithless with its refer¬ ence to Judas Iscariot and the thirty pieces of silver was the first presentation by the drama group Miss Weller as director, and Joyce Jensen as student director, supervised the cast. Bill Bryce, Barbara Powers. Tamy Cohoon, Richard Riseborough and Paul Mitchell did an excellent job in this P la y . , Many solos, ranging from current favourites to operatic tunes, uncovered Forster ' s hidden musical talent. Donna Barnes sang “Birth of the Blues”, after which Elizabeth Kulik entertained with Because”. Two religious numbers. “He , and The Lord’s Prayer , performed by Pat Dobson, were very popular. Later, Elaine Dockeray sang Such a Day and Marilou Dobson proved that It ' s a Grand Night for Singing , when she asked the audience to join in singing the chorus of this popular song. Sandra Mandzuk ' s beauti¬ fully trained voice did true justice to “Apres Un Reve , and You ' ll Never Walk Alone”. In the course of the evening two duets provided more entertainment. Barbara Huntley and Kaye Endo presented Santa Lucia , and Caroline Smith and Joan Beare sang It ' s Almost Tomorrow”. A trio composed of Pat and Judy Ambrose and Lorraine Allen harmonized with “Side by Side , accompanied by Rose Marie Woolsey. Besides the accompanists, two talented pianists performed for the appreciative audience. Milan Crepp presented Pre¬ lude in C Minor by Rachmaninoff in a commanding and forceful way, while Dawn Campbell’s Sontata Opus 31. No. 2 revealed her great ability at the key-board. Andrew DeSaeger, Pat Telek, and Sanford Schen with their accordions soon had their listeners tapping in time to the music. One of the main attractions of Variety Night was a comedy entitled “How to Propose . As a marriage lecturer, Bill Kovinsky gave invaluable suggestions to prospective poppers of that well-known question. Examples of proposals from the cave-man to the present day were acted out to the amusement of the audience. After a heated chase. Michael Roohon succeeded in dragging off his charming cave-lady. Nancy Moore. Jerome DeLaurier, as Sir Montmorency, wooed his fair lady, Ermintrude (Janet Kidd I. with a knightly speech. In a Victorian setting, Mr. McBean (Ed Hyttenrauch) and Miss Vera Butts (Sharron Randall l were brought together by Miss Butt’s father iJohn Blacklockl. A scene right out of a Damon Runyon episode involving Fred Dufour as Butch and Anna Kovinsky as ' ' Cooky ' ' in a Brooklyn setting, brought appreciative re¬ sponse from the audience. Then, Andrew DeSaeger, the capable handyman, changed the scene to a high society tennis court where Jerome DeLaurier as Kent Van Porter III sought the hand of wealthy Linda Van Courtland (Mari¬ lyn Lyndst. This being leap year, the finale was indeed timely. Our lecturer, a confirmed bachelor, failed to escape when Elaine Popkins (Tamy Cohoon ( outwitted him by proposing to him as she executed several expert full nelsons Miss Weller, Betty Makar, the student director, the cast, and the back-stage assistants all deserve a great deal of praise for this entertaining play. The choir and audience joined in singing “God Save the Queen’ to end our first and highly successful Variety show. Assembly 1 li lili lits Our Thursday morning assemblies reflected the varied interests of Forster students. Scholastic pursuits were some¬ what forgotten as the halls echoed with laughter in appre¬ ciation of first-class amateur talent or loud enthusiastic singing. On the few serious occasions we observed, co¬ operation was the keynote as the students observed the proper decorum. Cheers Led by Nancy Grondin, Pat Cooke, Dolores La Fontaine, and Marjorie Mitchell, the cheerleaders successfully roused the school spirit in each of their assemblies. An innovation was the introduction of two new cheers. Grab Another Rebound” and The Red Men . School Spirit The School Spirit Committee did its share to lure more students to attend football games. Dean Saul, as a reporter, interviewed female members of the Ecclesia who were dressed in football player ' s garb. This was intended as a sneak previeiv of our potential team. Twelve A Loyal 12A brought school spirit to trial this year in a delightful satire. Ken Howell as Mr. School Spirit appeared before honourable judge Eddie Dydo, who listened intently to the case while he read a comic book. Occasionally he was awakened by pretty witnesses Nancy Moore and Eliza¬ beth Ord. Jim McMurray. the mad Russian, soon made a hurried exit after he presented a petition in an equitable court. The jury was engaged in eating bananas, reading magazines, or quarreling among themselves. Finally Sparta, portrayed by Marilyn Lynds, pleaded with the court to grant the accused another chance on the promise of re¬ pentance. A sing-song followed with Barbara Kerr at the piano and Jack Wayne as master of ceremonies. Awards A varied program of carols, a play, and presentation of awards rang down the curtain on a very successful fall term. To open the assembly, the mixed choir, directed by Miss Cluff and accompanied by Miss Cushnie, sang “0 Little Town of Bethlehem and Silent Night.” The student body joined in singing the last verses of the carols. Mr. Silcox and Miss Doan awarded typing certificates and pins to students who achieved a typing of forty words per minute. Those receiving pins were Nancy Weir, Margaret Hogg, Jackie Fowler, Carolyn Levis. Rose Marie Woolsey, Barbara Spurrier, Mary Lou Davidson, and Ron Dockeray. Certificates were also presented to students obtaining thirty words per minute. Mr. Ellis and Mr. Christie then presented the shooting awards and crests for competition in Stratford and River¬ side. At Riverside. Wayne Hutchinson of 11A won a trophy for his high scores. A very amusing play ' Twas the Fight Before Christmas was presented under the direction of Miss Weller and student director John Sparling. The cast included Ed Hyttenrauch, Joyce Jensen, John Blacklock, Carole Lyng- holm, Bill Bryce, Betty Makar and Fred Dufour. Athletic awards were presented by Mr. Mallender and Mr. Krol who in turn received tie bars and cuff links from the football team. Mr. Brown closed the assembly by wish¬ ing the students a Merry Christmas. Quartet Forster students were promised the personal appearance of a famous quartet if they sold four hundred tickets to one of our basketball games. Although we sold only three hun¬ dred and sixty, the quartet obliged, and the comical antics of Eartha Gumey, Martha Ray, Perry Mallender, and Satchmo Krol delighted everyone. For their efforts, the Ecclesia presented three of the performers with five-foot crying towels, while “Satchmo” merited a ten foot one because he needed it . . Continued on Page 67 DRAMA Front Row (left to right): Jerome De Laurier, Bill Kovinsky, Betty Makar, Miss Weller, Tamy Cahoon, Joyce Jensen, John Biaeklock. Second Row: Marilyn Lynds, Carole Lyngholm, Nancy Moore. Sharron Randall. Janet Kidd. Barbara Power. Ann Kovinsky. Third Row: Paul Mitchell, Bill Bryce, Fred Dufour, Richard Riseborough. Ed Hyttenrauch. Absent: Andrew De Saeger. DANCE COMMITTEE Front Row (left to right): Betty Makar, Marilyn Lynds, Mary Cleminson, Mary Sibley, Rosalie La Fontaine, Gail Parker. Second Row: David Peach, John Dewhirst, Delores LaFontaine, Carol Paterson. Lois Bowen. Stuart Klein. Jim McMurray. Third Row: Jim Cruickshank, Mr. Whetstone, Mr. Brown, Rod La Fontaine. DRAMA - - STAGE CREW Sitting: David Aitken, Elton Plant. Glen Dean. Front Row (left to right): Nancy Weir, Phyllis McCuaig, John Sparling, Don Evans, Philip Arber, Carol Patterson, Miss Weller Second Row: Marv Butler, Sandra Mills. Gail Casey, Judy Ambrose, Mary Sibley, Marjorie Dubs, Julia Murdock, Donna Maier. Third Row: Carolyn Dietzel, Judy Turnbull, Nancy Grondin, Bill Gray, Gary Tucker, Rodney LaFontaine, Donna Gray, Loretta Decarie. Page Twenty-Seven THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 The Hall owe’en Dance Our annual Hallowe’en Dance was its usual light-hearted success, as students streamed into the school to join in the merry-making. The auditorium and halls, gaily decked with ghosts, pumpkins and the tradi¬ tional black and orange streamers, rang with the songs and laughter of fun-loving teenagers in blue-jeans and plaid shirts. Carol Patterson was chairman of the social committee which was in charge of the dance and included Pat Pattison, Trevor Wright, Tony Brechkow, Mary Louise Donnelly, Marie Woolsey, Marie McGuinness, and Tammy Cohoon. A sing-song, led by the senior students on this committee, put everyone in a gay mood. Miss Gurney then called enough square dances to satisfy even the most avid barn-dance enthusiasts. Selling “cokes ' ' to the thirsty mob were Ann Grant, Marjory Dubbs and Margaret Sparling. To conclude the evening, the students danced to recordings of Glen Miller and Tommy Dorsey, and for the “chicken” there were selections by Bonny Lou and Tennessee Ernie Ford. Thanks to the committee and to Mr. Mallender, Miss Weller, Mr. Steadman, and Miss Gurney the party was a real success. 1 lie Footba 11 F ormal The traditional canopy of red and white streamers set the stage for the Forster Football Formal. Carrying out the football theme were gay replicas of cheerleaders frolicking on pillars and pictures of collegiate football heroes marching across silver goal posts. On hand to lend their patronage for the dance were Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Steadman, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Haeberlin, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Krol, Mr. and Mrs. D. Mallender, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Whetstone, Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. S. G. Tucker, and Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bower- Members of the dance committee in attendance were Gail Parker wearing blue nylon tulle, escorted by James Smith; Joan Ballantyne lovely in coral chiffon with Rod LaFontaine; Dolores LaFontaine charm¬ ing in blue nylon tulle, with Don Allen; Rosalie LaFontaine in pink lace, squired by Grant Wilson; Annette Gagnier was wearing mauve nylon tulle, escorted by John Dewhirst; Mary Sibley in white net, with Jim McMurray; and Helen Meyers, wearing yellow nylon tulle, escorted by Bob Davis. A photographer was on hand to take pictures and among those taking advantage of the opportunity to have a souvenir of the evening were Claire Renaud and Dave Peach, who had entertained at a “coke-tail” party beforehand, Maureen Fisk and Jack McKenney, Marge Mitchell and Bill Howitt, Helen Domagala and Tom Yates, Judy Hole and Gary Rutt, Diane Yates and Don Horne, Diane McLean and Dave Marsden, Margaret Carson and Peter Masson, and Jill Armstrong and Bruce Lome. Bobby Brew and his orchestra provided the music for the evening. Carol Kipps and Peter LaFontaine, Jean Fraser and Gary Tucker, Diane King and Dean Saul, Nancy Bowen with Doug Carr, Marie McGuinness and Bill Kovinsky and countless others were seen dancing to the strains of Bob’s music. The spirit of Christmas and the New Year had invaded the hearts of all those in attendance, and the result was a terrific success. Sweater Swin£ Under a canopy of scarlet and white streamers forming a circus-tent effect, a capacity crowd danced to splendid music at our 17th annual Sweater Swing. A mirrored ball rotating slowly in the centre of the “tent,” reflected fanciful lights on the dance floor. To add to the circus theme, brightly coloured animals decorated the pillars and a huge clown juggling balloons held sway in the centre of the stage. Many patrons were here to help make the dance the success it was . They included Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Steadman, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. D. Mallender, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Krol, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Whetstone, Mr. and Mrs. W. Christie, Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Ray, Miss M. Doan squired by Mr. R. Sinclair, Mr. and Mrs. L. Albrough, Mr. and Mrs. C. Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. S. G. Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. R. Weir, Mr. and Mrs. W. Bowen and Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Sibley. Members of the dance committee, chatting at the coke stand at intermission were Carol Patterson with Dick Howitt, Mary Sibley escorted by Jim McMurray, Lois Bowen with Walt Baranowski, Marilyn Lynds with Jim Leishman, Betty Makar with Jim Cruickshank, Claire Renaud with Dave Peach and Marguerite Tremblay with Stuart Klein. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of the Sweater Queen and Swing King. Nancy Bowen, squired by Bill Kennedy, was the queen-elect, and Gary Tucker, who attended with Jean Fraser, was crowned king. The king and queen led a gala grand march around the auditorium. “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Twenty-Eight w kjLJI � GIRLS’ CHOIR FRONT ROW (left to right): Catherine White. Allana Benoit, Marie Pitlick. Barbara Power, Dawn Smith, Brenda Boutette, Miss Cluff, Jean Stewart, June Pickering, Dorothy Erdeg, Deneece Dudley, Ruth Ann O’Hara, Jeannette Blanchette, Sally Lucier. SECOND ROW: Marilyn Green. Rosalie LaFontaine, Joanne Zuk. Marjorie Dubs, Judy Kropie, Elaine Shaw, Rosetta Brown, Barbara Chery, Pat Telek, Donna Burnett, Janet Lucier, Joyce Mears. , THIRD ROW: Elizabeth Cada, Dawn Campbell, Theresa Brunelle, Mary Jewell, Kay Desmond, Louise Mitchell. Marylou Richards, Jeanette Syroid, Joan Cheshire, Kay Endo. FOURTH ROW: Barbara Huntley, Iris Masropian, Carole Lyngholm, Bonnie Howe, Grace LeBlanc. Carolyn Levis, Verlie Hutchinson, Beryl Waterer, Kelora McLean, Joan Dewit, Barbara McLaughlin, Ruth Brian. FIFTH ROW: Darlene Burns, Donna Barnes, Ann Rutherford, Marilou Dobson, Meryle Knighton, Helen Silk, Dianne Campbell, Diane Mears, Barbara Spurrier. Sharon Lingard, Christine Boyd. SIXTH ROW: Elaine Dockeray, Geraldine Grondin, Jean Aitkenhead, Loretta Decarie, Margaret Sparling, Betty Makar, Joyce Jensen, Carolyn Smith, Carolyn Dietzel. THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Twenty-Nine United Nati ons Report W. Mitchell Situated on the bank of the East River on Manhattan Island are four buildings of the utmost importance to the preservation of peace in the world; these structures com¬ pose the headquarters of the United Nations. As we ap¬ proached this impressive site, our eager group of seven ex¬ changed glances of anticipation, for we were now beginning to realize fully the wonderful opportunity that the Windsor and Riverside Boards of Education had given us. As I stood below ' a towering spire of glistening marble, the Secretariat, which was surrounded by its sister buildings, the Library, Conference, and General Assembly Halls. 1 could not help thinking that even a naive little Eskimo child would appreciate the majesty and grandeur of the scene; for like his homeland, this city within a city was almost completely white. Also, the location of this land of white was relatively serene, although situated within the heart of a metropolis. Surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the business world, the United Nations Buildings gaze fondly down upon their spacious gardens of lush green foliage and then survey the miles of stone and cement out¬ side their limits. To enter the Conference Building, we first had to pass through Canada ' s gift to the U. N.—nickel plated doors, simply decorated with four figures symbolizing peace, jus¬ tice. truth, and brotherhood. As we stepped into the public lounge, our eyes were at once arrested by four tiers of flying balconies which sweep across the width of the edifice. This room is filled with sunlight and is completely uncluttered. The first room we visited was one set aside for the religious aspect of the United Nations. This tiny Meditation Room, as it is called, is very simply designed. As there are many religious beliefs among the various member nations, the room could not contain any symbol related to only one religion; thus, a large green fern and a flag of the United Nations are the only two significant objects within the soft grey walls. Important men such as Anthony Eden and Georgi Malenkov have spent a few reflective moments in the Meditation Room before delivering a speech to the General Assembly. The U. N. is organized on three levels—six appointed committees, which are given a certain number of items on the agenda to deal with, elected councils, which concern themselves with the aims and services of the United Nations all over the world, and the General Assembly, in which all member nations vote on each bill. Since we were privileged to attend a commitee meeting of the Ad Hoc Political Com¬ mittee, a council meeting of the Trusteeship Council, and the tenth anniversary session of the General Assembly, we received a complete picture of the workings of the U. N. In this respect, we are greatly indebted to the Honourable Paul Martin, who strove to make our visit as informative and pleasant as possible, even treating us to dinner in the exclusive Delegates’ Dining Room. The Conference Rooms are literally stages. By means of television, radio, movies, the press, and personal visits, the public can view the activities of the representatives. The delegates ' desks are arranged semi-circularly in several rows around the chairman’s platform. At every meeting, the delegates rotate one seat. For the convenience of their audience and other members, each delegation can be identi- fid by a plaque, bearing the name of his country, resting at the head of the desk. The galleries of the press and public flank the representatives at one end of the spacious Con¬ ference Rooms. In order to keep the visitor informed o( the conference happenings, each chair is equipped with a set of earphones and a dial, which he may switch from the voice of the speaker to an accurate translation in English, French, Russian. Spanish, or Chinese. Whenever debate became in¬ volved with technicalities, we amused ourselves by switch¬ ing from one language to another. This could be done with¬ out any interference to anyone. At these meetings, the delegates discussed such topics as Enfranchising the Na¬ tives of the Union of South Africa,” “the Korean Recon¬ struction Programme. and a Report on War Refugees. Highlighting our tour was our visit to the General As¬ sembly where the delegations gather either to pass or to veto all bills. The circular dome of the ceiling hovers over the representatives themselves, who are surrounded by special guests to the left and right, the secretary general ' s rostrum at the front, and the public galleries to the rear. The meeting flowed along smoothly without any interrup¬ tion or lengthy debates. How impressed we were with the smooth organization of this, the main body of the United Nations. As we turned to leave this site, our expressions were pensive and our thoughts profound, for before us lay the foundations of a world government, truly a blueprint for peace”. I know the whole group greatly benefited from this experience. STSPt urn 1 I VS CQhCKte PHONE CL 2-7241 Prepared by Experts for • Foundations • Walls • Sidewalks • Driveways Best ol service at all times. Heated con¬ crete for cold wea¬ ther construction. STE L MG 8C LD VG AfAT£ VAlS Zrfi. Windsor, Ont. 2494 Sandwich St. Eas- ECCLESIA EXECUTIVE FRONT ROW (left to right): Pat Pattison, Carol Patterson, Nancy Bowen. SECOND ROW: John Sparling. Nancy Weir, Dean Saul. C H k I ST IAN EEI. I £ WSH 1P FRONT ROW (left to right): Mary Butler, Margaret Johnstone (Secretary-Treasurer), Joan Dewit , Donna Burnett. SECOND ROW: Barbara Stephenson, Myrtle Lang (President), Carolyn Dietzel, Beth Gilker. llie Prefect System The chief objective of the prefect system has been to make our school a cleaner, quieter, more pleasant place during the noon hour. The co-operation of the students has made the system a success and the prefect committee, com¬ posed of Jim Cruickshank, John Dewhirst, and Margaret Sparling may well be proud of the accomplishments of both the prefects and the students. Approximately eighty-eight students served as prefects, four at a time, under the supervision of a senior prefect. Each Monday at noon-hour, a designated group met in the cafeteria corridor to receive instructions. They governed the cafeteria, lower corridor, upper corridor, and study room. The fine work they have done certainly deserves the recognition of the students. Victoria College in the UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FOUNDED BY ROYAL CHARTER IN 1836 “FOR THE GENERAL EDUCATION OF YOUTH IN THE VARIOUS BRANCHES OF LITERATURE AND SCIENCE ON CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES.” As one of the Federated Colleges in the Faculty of Arts of the University of Toronto, Victoria College enrolls students in all courses leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce and preparatory to admission to the schools of Graduate Studies, Divinity, Education, Law and Social Work. In Annesley Hall Women ' s Residences accommodation is available for women students of Victoria College. In the Victoria College Residences accommodation is available for men students of the College. For full information, including calendars and bulletins, apply to the Registrar, Victoria College, Toronto. Page Thirty-Two THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 OFFICERS’ CORPS FRONT ROW (left to right): „ . xl _ „ , Bob Lawson, John Sparling, Jon DeLaurier, Jim Caffray. Avery Smith, Bud Bate. SE DavJd D Aitken. Bill Webster, Eddie Bosnyak. Wayne Hutchinson, Milton Lesperance, Glen Dean, Bob Bozin. THIRD ROW - TrevorWright, John Semperger, Clifford Tessier, Jim Tessier, Don Evans, Ron Dockeray, Mr. Whetstone. THE RAND FRONT ROW (left to right): „ T . . Tom Anderson, Lawrence Cybak. Harold Mercer, Roger Durfy, Albert Houle. Pete Boismier, John Muir. George MacKinnon, Danny Lefaive. Tom Steele, Ken Kernaghan. Terence Decarie, Lance Muir, Bill Longley, Chuck Lambrick, John Sinclair, Ken Patterson, Mr. Welsh. THIRD ROW Jim Churchill, Tom Painter, Wayne Brown. Wayne Hutchinson, Jim Leishman, Jack Thompson. Bill Gray. “THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Thirty-Three Cadets The 1955 Forster C. I. cadet inspection, held under flood lights on May 12 at Windsor Collegiate Stadium, proved to be a very colourful event. The inspecting officers. Major O. R. Browne, General Staff Officer from Western Ontario Area, London, assisted by Lt. J. P. Drohn, London, were given a General Salute in which the whole Cadet Battalion presented arms, and the Cadet Corps Band played the General Salute. The ranks of the cadets were then inspected by a group of gentlemen keenly interested in the Cadet movement. In the inspecting party besides Major O. R. Browne and Lt. J. P. Drohn were Lt.-Col. G. Y. Masson, organizer of the Windsor Regiment, Major Jack Kent, representing the Essex-Kent Scottish. Mayor M. Patrick. Mr. Fred Revell, President of Ambassador Branch 143 of the Canadian Legion, Mr. J. L. Forster, Mr. T. P. Steadman, Lt. Bill Baker, Royal Canadian Navy. The Cadets then marched past in column of platoons under the direction of Cadet Lt.-Col. Bill Johnston, followed by a second march past, under the battalion 2 1 c Cadet Major Peter Masson. Following Company and Platoon drill, the band, under the direction of Lt. Walter Baranowski, demonstrated their marching ability as they smartly executed complicated manoeuvers. Trained solely by Cadet Major Mike Moore, the drill team, with white rifles, white gloves, belts and anklets, gave a demonstration in precision drill that made the Forster students very proud of their Cadet Corps. With a very exciting display of the use of the Bren gun and .303 rifles firing blank ammunition to eliminate a machine gun nest. Cadet Major Jim Caffray demonstrated what a platoon could do on the attack. Presentations to outstanding cadets were made as follows: Major Jack Kent presented the Dieppe Trophy to the 10D rifle team consisting of Neil Jamieson. Wayne Hutchinson, Don Evans, Bill Webster and Wallace Mills. Lt.-Col. G. Y. Masson, E.D., presented the Strathcona Crest to the best rifle shot in the school—Cadet Terry Henry. Mr. Fred Revell, President of the Ambassador Branch of the Canadian Legion, presented the Dominion Marksman awards to Wayne Hutchinson, Paul Pepper, Bob Lawson. Guy Ryan. Neil Jamieson, Bob Owad, Bob Dudley. David Snyder and Trevor Wright. The concluding remarks were made by Major Browne, and Mr. Steadman replied on behalf of the school. Nineteen fifty-five proved a very successful year for the J. L. Forster Collegiate Institute Cadet Corps and the school is looking forward to an even better year in 1956. Ambassador Legion Scholarship The Ambassador Branch 143 of the Canadian Legion who presented the colours to the school in 1954 have recently announced a one hundred dollar scholarship to the most deserving cadet in the J. L. Forster C. I. Cadet Corps to be used to further his education. This is to be an annual award and the recipient need not be a veteran’s son to receive it. The school is indeed grateful to the Ambassador Branch for this encouragement to cadets and to scholarship in this school. The fine feeling of co-operation between the Am¬ bassador Branch and Forster Collegiate augurs well for the future of the Cadet Corps of this school. Memorial Dav Service j A solemn ceremony marked the Forster Collegiate annual Memorial day service for the former students who gave their lives in World War II. Beneath a simple white cross adorned with a wreath of golden maple leaves, poppies were strewn as a symbol of the unselfish men who gave their lives. Following the singing of Onward Christian Soldiers by the student body and guests, the Colour Party, composed of C Sgt. Gary Tucker, C Sgt. Buddy Bate, C Capt. Bob Mad- dock. C Sgt. John Sparling, and C Sgt. Trevor Wright slowly advanced. An impressive silence prevailed. Major the Rev. J. Cardy gave the Invocation and the School Colours were lowered to the roll of drums, by Drum¬ mer C Sgt. Wayne Hutchinson. This was followed by the sounding of the Last Post and “Reveille” by Sgt. Wm. Welch, and the playing of Lament by WD. Jock Copeland, M.B.E.. of the Essex-Kent Scottish. The students sang O Valiant Hearts” immediately fol¬ lowing the raising of the Colours and the retreat of the Colour Party. In his Memorial Address, Major Cardy referred to the humble cross on our stage as an example of the necessity in life of a symbol for the association of the greater events of life. During the war, in England, Major Cardy and his wife attempted to search for the reasons why the English were so brave even when the odds were so great against them. He found the key to this question not in Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. Trafalgar Square or the defiant Big Ben. or the people who had the ability to look disaster in the face, such as Churchill and the performers at the great Palladium, but in the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Here he found the symbol—the measure of sacrifice in the com¬ mon man dedicating himself to the task that God would help him obtain, the Golden End—triumph, or death. After serving with the Essex Scottish as padre, he left to them his cherished flag, symbolizing the finest he had seen of conflict, pain, and glory. It now hangs in the Windsor Armouries, under which is this inscription— Remember always that you are the regiment, and its continuing glory rests in your hands.” Mr. Browne thanked Major Cardy and the visitors on behalf of the staff and student body. The crowd left the auditorium—enlightened and proud, but most of all thankful for our security and freedom which have been so dearly bought. Page Thirty-Four ‘THE SPARTALOGUE’ 1956 LEARN TO BE A LEADER THROUGH R.O.T. P. Young Canadians, graduating from High School this year, have a wonderful opportunity to go on to exciting careers in the Navy, Army or Air Force. Through the Regular Officer Training Plan (ROTP) qualified applicants can obtain a college education, military training, and ultimately the Queen’s Commission ... all under the sponsorship of the Department of National Defence. On acceptance, applicants become Officer Cadets and attend one of the three Services Colleges ... Royal Military College, Royal Roads, College Nlilitaire Royal de Saint-Jean... or a designated Canadian University. During the summer they train with their chosen Service. Officer Cadets receive ROTP rates of pay throughout their training. At the Services Colleges, quarters, food and all necessary equipment are provided. Cadets at Universities receive allow¬ ances for food and lodging, tuition, books and instruments. For full information u-rite to; Regular Officer Training Plan Selection Board, National Defence Headquarters, Ottawa, or:— Registrar, Royal Military College, Kingston, Ont., or Registrar, Royal Roads, Victoria, B.C., or Registrar, College Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean, Saint-Jean, P.Q., or The nearest Navy, Army or Air Force Recruiting Station fit fr It, i ' ' To be eligible; applicants must have Senior Matriculation or equivalent. In addition, a limited number of Junior Matriculants will be accepted at College Mili¬ taire Royal de Saint-Jean for a special preparatory year to bring them to Senior Matriculation standard. Age limits for College Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean are 16 to 20, for all others 16 to 21 on 1st January of year of en¬ trance. Applicants must be single, physically fit and able to meet officer selection standards. ' THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Thirty-Five Vote of Thanks Activity abounds at Forster during school hours as students saturate their minds with new-found truths whether in mathematics, science, history or languages. However, exercise does not end with the three-thirty bell—it merely changes from mental to physical. Over ninety percent of our students take part in some athletic activity some time during the year, and here to help them along are the Physical Education heads Miss Gurney and Mr. Krol, together with their many assistants. Under their direction, Forster saw competition in Basketball, Football, Hockey, Volleyball, Badminton, Golf, Tennis, Swimming, Red Cross classes and Track and Field. Through their efforts, every student in¬ terested was given the opportunity to take part in one or more competitions. Through their efforts, students were kept interested to the end of each season, since the various schedules provided a goal for each team—a championship and a pennant. Through their efforts also, a spirit of sportsmanship was en¬ gendered in students who fought—and fought hard—to win their games. On behalf of the Student body, therefore, the Spartalogue Staff would like to thank Miss Gurney, Mr. Krol, Mrs. Ray, Mr. Mallender, Miss Leiper, Mr. Heaton, Mr. Pitkanen, Mr. Silcox, Mr. Courtney and Mr. Brown for their time and effort in connection with each of these activities. We would like to thank also all the senior students who helped to make our extra-curricular athletic activities so successful. GOLF TENNIS After a close second-place finish in the 1954 W. S. S. A. golf tourney, Mr. Brown hoped that a year ' s experience for the younger boys plus a sound nucleus composed of medalist John Duda. and Wally Woytowich would produce another victory for Forster. However, Lady Luck turned her back on the Forster golfers, even though the squad finished the day with an aggregate which was lower than last year’s championship score. Wally Woytowich was the low man on the team as he carded a nifty 79. and Duffer Duda, having trouble with his putter, turn ed in an 80. Dennis Bastieh and Dave Johnston both chalked up 86 ' s while the spare man, Morris Poliwada, carded an 87. When the cry, Tennis, anyone? went out this year, Spartan tennis experienced its most successful season. Forster claimed a city champion, two finalists, and a semi¬ finalist. Stuart Klein became Forster’s first city champion as he won smashing victories over all his opponents. Also in the boys’ singles, Gary Pattison reached the second round. John McIntyre was the third entry here, and made an excellent showing in his first competition. Among the girls. Pat Pattison reached the singles semi¬ finals. We had two doubles entries—Marg Sparling and Loretta Decarie made up one team, and Nora Jean Boyd and Dianne Campbell the other. The Sparling-Decarie duo reached the finals before being ousted. Forster sent Stuart Klein and Pat Pattison to W.O.S.S.A. in the mixed doubles and they were edged out by the team that later won the championship. FOOTBALL TEAM FRONT ROW (left to right): Bob Lawson. Philip Arber, Bob Weingarden. Wayne Hutchinson. Jim Leishman. Camille Haddad, Paul Pepper, Wayne Willson, Keith Halliday. SECOND ROW: Peter Bomak, Jim Johnston. Douglas Carr. Jim Cruickshank, Gary Tucker, Ken St. Clair. Gordon Law ' , Calvin Niskasari. Larry Karpiuk. THIRD ROW: Mr. Krol, Don Marsden. Grant Wilson. Harold Hickling. Raymond Garvey, Bob Hrickovian. Whitman Tucker, Douglas Howell. Wallace Mills. Tom McCrimmon, Bob Morency, Bill Childs, Mr. Mallender. FOURTH ROW: Bob Rudkin, Barry Pepper. Ron Dockeray, Sanford Schen. Trevor Wright. Bob McMaster, Jerry Brumpton. Arthur Armstrong, Lloyd Cochrane. Bob Davis, Jim Babcock, Bill Bryce. SENIOR FOOTBALL The Coaches, Mr. Krol and Mr. Mallender, were greatly pleased by the turnout of younger boys at the first practice, and the enthusiasm displayed by the rookies and such seasoned veterans as Gary Tucker, Jim Cruikshank, and John Dewhirst. Gradually, the men were separated from the boys and Mr. Krol and Mr. Mallender made ready a team which they were confident would conquer the best that the W. S. S. A. League had to offer. The coaches were aware of this, but the students had to be shown before they granted their support. Led by Captain Gary Tucker and Jim Cruikshank and featuring a balanced passing and running attack, the Forster stalwarts beat the Kennedy Clippers 6-0 in the annual Pigskin Preview. Now with the support of the students, the team worked like tigers in preparation for their initial league test against the always powerful Patter¬ son Panthers. Lady Luck frowned on the gallant Spartans as the first game jitters led to costly mistakes that paved the way for two quick converted Panther touchdowns. This shocked the Spartans out of the doldrums and they fought back gallantly, spurred on by brilliant catches by Ken St. Clair and Doug Carr, and end sweeps by Gary Tucker. Finally, a sustained march up the field late in the second quarter was climaxed by a touchdown by Doug Carr and a conversion by Pete Bomak. In the third quarter, the Spartans continued to display their superiority by scoring another touchdown, also by Carr. The faltering Panthers through some stroke of luck managed to hold the untiring Spartans at bay, and the game ended with Spartans on Patterson ' s 10-yard line. After suffering this heartbreaking one-point loss, the team faltered and failed to duplicate the ability and diversified attack displayed in the first two games during the remain¬ ing games of the season. The boys still continued to give their all, and they showed brief flashes of talent but never quite enough to achieve victory. Against Walkerville, Kennedy, and Assumption, the team went down to defeat. But all these teams knew that they “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Thirty-Seven had been in a Football game and were nursing bruises and other minor ailments inflicted by the courageous Spartans. Gary Tucker again was nominated to Second Team of the All-City squad. Glue-fingered Ken St. Clair, Doug Carr, Jim Cruikshank, Gord Law, and Jim Leishman received honour¬ able mention. The most determined member of the team, John Dewhirst, plunged for many first downs and played sterling defensive ball all season. Prospects are uncertain for next year, but rapid development by some of the younger players in Grades 10 and 11, may see Forster cause trouble and possibly win that elusive city title. It ' s a big task—but they ' ll try. Intramural Football Organized by Mr. Pitkanen. the Forster intramural league consisted of five teams—the Whiskey Walkers, Argonauts, Spartans, Lions, and Martians. Each team played a total of four games. The playoffs consisted of two games, the first between the second and third-place teams, and the final between the winner of the semi-final and the league champions. In regular league play, the teams finished in the following order: Whiskey Walkers, who won all four games, the Martians and the Spartans. In the semi-finals the Martians defeated the Spartans, and went on to down the Whiskey Walkers 16-5 in the final game. Lloyd Lesperance, captain of the Martians, proved to be one of the best runners; the best plunger was Ray Kling- byle; and the star quarterback, Milton Lesperance. Andy Small showed great talent as a pass receiver. Reel Cross and Lifesaving Classes 1956 was a fruitful year for girls’ swimming with a record-breaking attendance at the classes. During swim¬ ming periods, Miss Gurney and Mrs. Ray conducted the Red Cross classes in which more girls received their junior, in¬ termediate, and senior pins than at any other Secondary school. The after-school life-saving classes were equally well- attended. The girls led by Miss Gurney, Mrs. Ray and Miss Leiper diligently practised their “tows” and “holds” throughout the winter in preparation for their bronze medallion, bronze cross, and silver tests. Student instruc¬ tors were Nora Jean Boyd, Margaret White, Elizabeth Ord, Iris Masropian, Maureen Fisk, and Marilyn Ellis. Cheerleaders As attractive a group as you’ll ever see, the 1956 cheer¬ leaders, in their red pleated skirts and white sweaters, did a great deal to fan the flame of interest and loyalty as they led the student body in cheering our football and basketball teams. Under the tutelage of Miss Gurney, they acquired remarkable skill in extricating loud and prolonged cheers from eager crowds of fans. Their bright faces and gay spirits added many happy moments to our W.S.S.A. games. CHEERLEADERS FRONT: Nancy Grondin. BACK ROW (left to right): Carol Kripps, Dawn Campbell, Mary Sibley. Phyllis McCuaig, Elizabeth Ord, Pat Cooke, Marjorie Mitchell, Dolores LaFontaine. GOLF TEAM FRONT ROW (left to right): Walter Woytowich, John Duda. BACK ROW: Morris Paliwoda. David Johnston, Jim Bastien, Mr. Brown. JUNIOR AND SENIOR BOYS TRACK TEAM Front Row (left to right): Jim Johnston, Whit Tucker, Gary Tucker, Larry Karpiuk, David Robinson, Ken Howell. Second Row: Roy Boismier, Grant Wilson, Calvin Niskasari, Gary Pattison, Chuck Lambrick, Charles Stickley. Third Row: Mr. Mallender, Jim Cruickshank. Bob Davis, Gordon Law. TENNIS TEAM FRONT ROW (left to right): Dianne Campbell, Margaret Sparling, Loretta Decarie. SECOND ROW: Gary Pattison, John McIntyre, Patricia Pattison, Stewart Klein. THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Thirty-Nine W. S. S. A. Track BOYS Forster ' s fans contributed more than their share of cheers and yells at this year’s track meet, and, likewise, Forster’s athletes contributed more than their share in the trying” department. In the senior division, the red and white thinclads grabbed fourth place in the team standings. This was due to the efforts of Bob Davis, who finished third and fourth in the 440 and 880 yd. dashes respectively, and surprising Gary Newman, who swept the mile in beautiful style, scant seconds off the record, and placed fourth in the 220 yd. dash. The F.C.I. intermediates also copped a fourth in the team standing. In this, the most competitive of the four divisions, Gord Law came second in the 880; Gary Tucker, although suffering from a muscle injury, took a fourth in the high jump and second in the pole vault; and Jim Cruickshank won the javelin event in fine style. In the junior division the story is all that of “Hurricane” Ken Howell. Although unheralded as a trackman, Howell swept four events, and anchored our winning junior relay, all adding up to a fine showing. His firsts came in the 100 and 200 yd. dashes, the broad jump, and hop, step, and jump. Ken was the division champion. Also showing up well were Gary Pattison, fourth in the 220, and Grant Wilson, second in the shot putt. Ken Howell, Whit Tucker, Gary Pattison, and Charles Stickley comprised the winning relay team. Forster’s junior team was second in the standings, losing out by one point. In the measle-stricken juvenile division, Forster came third in the team standings. Roy Boismer took a fourth in the broad jump and a second in the hop, step, and jump. Not enough credit can be given to Mr. Krol, Mr. Mallender and Mr. Whetstone, who so successfully coached the Spartan athletes. GIRLS Forster girls left their opponents in clouds of dust as they raced toward the Senior and Intermediate W.S.S.A. crowns. June Alborough, individual city champ, led the senior girls to victory by taking firsts in the high jump and ball throw and a second in the running broad jump, to roll up a total of 13 points. Karel Cattanach was also spectacular, earning 8 points by taking a first in the running broad jump and a second in the ball throw. By placing second in the standing broad jump and fourth in the high jump, Judy Kidd con¬ tributed 4 points. Nancy Weir and Carol Patterson added to Forster ' s total by winning a second and third respectively in the 75-yard dash. The senior girls ' 300-yard relay also captured first place. The intermediate division was highlighted by Forster ' s record-breaking relay team which crossed the tape in 36.9 seconds. A number of girls contributed to Forster’s success in the intermediate class. Coming in first in the high jump and third in the broad jump. Nancy Bowen led the way with a total of eight points. Bonnie Howe took first place and Dolores Lafontaine third in the 75 yard dash. Elizabeth Porter, third in the standing broad jump, Donna Grey, fourth in the high jump, and Eileen McKetterick, third and Jo-anne Sorenson, fourth in the ball throw, garnered the remaining points for Forster. A powerful squad this year, the junior team tied for second in their division with 1814 points. Jean Aitkenhead was runner-up for the individual championship. Jean took thirds in the 75 yard dash and the standing and running broad jumps. Nora Jean Boyd won second place by taking a second in the standing broad jump and fourth in the 75 yard dash. Mione Marchand won a third in the high jump and Marg Sparling a third in the ball throw. Once again Miss Gurney took six girls to London to com¬ pete in the W. O. S. S. A. track meet. Forster girls were first with a total of 34 points. June Alborough in the ball throw threw a record-breaking toss of 195 feet to take a first in her competition while Karel Cattenach placed fourth in the same event. The Forster relay composed of Bonnie Howe, Dolores Lafontaine. Carol Patterson, and Nancy Weir ran a close second. Vo 11 e y b a 11 Volleyball, always a popular game with Forster girls, provided many thrilling moments during the 1955 season for spectators and players alike. Seniors: The Senior Volleyball team won three of their games and lost one, in the W.S.S.A. competition. They were edged out of the championship by Walkerville, the only team to defeat them. After this defeat, our girls went on to win rousing victories over all opposition. Karel Cattanach. Nancy Weir. Carol Patterson, and June Albrough led the attack against their rivals this year. With such avid players as Margaret White, Nora Jean Boyd, and Margaret Sparling leading the way, the senior team should overpower all their opponents, including their arch-rivals from across the city next fall. Juniors: Under the capable coaching of Mrs. Ray, the Junior Girls ended the season sharing second place honours with Voca¬ tional. They started off by defeating Patterson. In their next game, however, they were defeated by the Walkerville juniors who went on to win the Championship. By winning against Kennedy and playing a tie game with Vocational. Forster took second place in the W.S.S.A. standings. The team was sparked by such players as Jean Black, Judy Whitmarsh, and Sheila Tyler who will be in action with the Senior Team next year. Sharon Parker, Helen Wakeford, and Christine Boyd are several of the promising players for next year’s junior team. Interform: The interform league competition was at its peak as each form battled for the pennant by playing eight to ten games. The students from grades ten to thirteen who timed, scored and refereed the games deserve special praise. Their efforts contributed to another successful volleyball season. The battle for the senior pennant was a thriller, with 13A C winning all their games. In the semi-finals, 11A de¬ feated 12B and 13A C won over 12A. The final game saw 13A C, led by their captain, Phyllis McCuaig. defeat 11A in a hard fought game. Competition was keen among the Grade 10 classes as each team put forth a special effort to come out on top. At the end of the season, 10D had the highest number of points but were edged out in the semi-finals by 10A. In an exciting final game, 10C took the volleyball laurels by defeating 10A. The Championship team had Helen Myers as its captain. In the grade nine league enthusiasm overflowed as all the girls who took part strove to bring the pennant to their home form. The result was an interesting and exciting race which ended with 9D defeating 9F and 9C ousting 9B in the semi-finals. In a thrilling final play-off game, the 9D girls triumphed over 9C, capturing the Championship. Gail Parker and Nora Jean Boyd were the proud coaches of the winning team, which was captained by Sharon Parker. 8£ |n B F f ' JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL TEAM Front Row (left to right): Diane King, Judy Whitmarsh, Jean Black. Mary Holden, Deanna Myers. Second Row: Anna Kovinsky, Ruth O ' Hara, Judy Denes, Mrs. Ray, Sheila Tyler, Mhrie Pitlick, Sophie Skoczen. Third Row: Ann Grant. Marilyn Green, Helen Wakeford, Sharon Parker, Christine Boyd. Grace LeBlanc. SENIOR VOLLEYBALL TEAM Front Row (left to right): Carol Anderson, Margaret Sparling, Gail Parker, Nancy Weir, Joyce Jensen. Second Row: Margaret White. Carol Patterson. June Albrough, Miss Gurney, Barbara Kerr, Marilyn Lynds. Third Row: Iris Masropian, Loretta Decarie, Eileen McKettrick, Karel Cattanach, Beverly Stickley. TRACK TEAM Front Row (left to right): Joanne Sorenson, Nora Jean Boyd, Jean Aitkenhead. Second Row: Dolores La Fontaine, Carol Patterson, Nancy Bowen, June Albrough. Julia Chmelnitzksy, Jeanne Black. Third Row: Miss Gurney, Eileen McKetterick, Donna Gray, Elizabeth Porter, Margaret Sparling, Karel Cattanach, Mione Marchant. Nancy Weir. Mrs. Ray. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Rosalie La Fontaine, Sheila Tyler, Ann Grant, Jeanne Black. Barbara Kerr. SECOND ROW: Gail Parker, Karel Cattanach, Nancy Weir, Margaret Sparling, Carol Anderson. THIRD ROW: Miss Gurney June Albrough, Nancy Bowen, Nora Jean Boyd, Glenda Atkins, Margaret White, Mrs. Ray. W.O.S.S.A. Champions By triumphing over all their Windsor opponents, the Gail Parker contributed to the success of the team with Senior Girls’ basketball team, under the expert coaching of their high scoring averages, while Carol Cattanach, our ace Miss Gurney and Mrs. Ray, captured the W. S. S. A. cham- hoopster, added her name to the list of Forster champions pionship for the seventh time in eleven seasons. It was a b y winning the W. S. S. A. individual scoring title, close and exciting fight all the way with Walkerville Tartans close on Forster’s heels; however, the last game of the Nancy Weir, the hard-fighting team captain, Carol Ander- season produced a decisive victory for Forster as the son, and Nancy Bowen always managed to keep the oppos- Spartans trounced the defending champions to win the ing forwards in complete control. These girls, though not W. S. S. A. trophy. Not satisfied with a city championship. allowed to shoot for baskets, were indeed greatly responsible Forster then went on to bring the W. 0. S. S. A. champion- for all the Forster victories. ship trophy back to F. C. I. As Miss Gurney and Mrs. Ray have often stated, a team The games played at the W. O. S. S. A. meet in London is as good as its substitutes make it. Our second team exhibited the outstanding talents of our players. As the contributed greatly in developing a championship team. We forwards sparked the victories with their sharp-shooting. are looking to a number of them to take over the places the guards kept the opponents score at a minimum. | e ft empty by members who will be graduating, and we are During the regular season, each team member displayed certain that the newcomers will be as successful as their remarkable finesse in her own position. June Albrough and predecessors. SENIOR BOYS’ BASKETBALL TEAM Front Row (left to right): Doug Carr, Gordon Law, Gary Tucker, Larry Karpiuk, Pete Bomak. Second Row: Bob Weingarten, Jim Johnston, Paul Paine, Don Erskine, Dave Johnston, Jim Leishman. JUNIOR BOYS’ BASKETBALL TEAM Front Row (left to right): Doug Ferguson, Art Armstrong, Ken Howell, Charles Hickson, Whit Tucker. Second Row: Craig Halliday, Paul Klein, Morgan Price. David Robinson, Charles Stickley. Third Row: Gary Pattison, Bill Easby, Mr. Courtney. Andy Small. ‘THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Forty-Three In ter form Basketball SENIOR BOYS The senior league this year was composed of nine teams, each playing twelve games. In regular play, the top four teams were 13A, 11A, 12A, and 12D. In the semi-finals, 13A defeated 12A while 12D defeated 11A. The victor in the final game was 13A who handed hard-fighting 12D a de¬ cisive defeat, thus gaining the league crown. Some of the high scorers in the senior circuit were Larry Karpuik, Doug Carr, Pete Bomak, Jim Babcock, Gord Law. and Jim Johnson. Don Erskine, in charge of the Senior Boys’ schedule, deserved a great deal of credit for running the games in a very efficient and orderly manner. JUNIOR BOYS Under the supervision of Mr. Heaton, the grade tens and nines saw a good deal of action in the Junior interform competitions. The tens, taking part in a double-round schedule, each played ten games. The semi-finals saw 10E conquer 10D and 10A win over 10B. In the finals, the 10E team won an easy 27-8 victory over 10A and took the Grade 10 championship. The winning team was composed of Tucker, Hickson, Howell. Price, Anderson, Charbonneau, Menard and Boismier. The grade nine league saw many interesting contests as team members fought to win the pennant for their home form. In this league, each team met each of the other grade nines only once. At the end of the regular schedule, 9F was the top team, with 9C, 9G, and 9E following in that order. The semi-finals saw the fourth-place 9E team defeat 9F and 9G defeat 9C. A powerful 9G team took the final game from 9E to capture the pennant. Members of the 9G team were Garvey, Thompson, Robertson, Bozen, Simperger, and Churchill. GIRLS Another successful interform basketball season was com¬ pleted with nearly 200 girls participating in the games and officiating. In the senior division, at the end of the regular season, 13AC was in first place followed by 12A in second spot, and I2B and 12D tied for third place. The victors of the semi-finals, 13AC and 12A. clashed in the final game. 13AC emerged the ultimate champions. High scorers were Eileen McKettrick, Blanche Holland, Marilyn Lynds and Diane Dodds. Close competition also featured the grade 10 league. Ten E completed the season in first place with 10A and 10D tied for second place and 10B and 10C tied for third place. In the play-offs, I0E defeated 10A, and 10D downed IOC. The finals saw 10E crowned as champions. In the grade 9 section, 9B finished in first place with 15 points, followed closely by 9D with 13 points and 9C with 10 points. In the semi-final games 9B and 9D defeated 9A, 10F and 9C respectively. The final game saw 9D take the pennant when they conquered 9E. A vote of thanks is extended to all the girls who volun¬ teered to time, referee and score the games, as well as to Miss Gurney and Mrs. Ray who, as usual, organized a schedule that gave all the students in the school ample opportunity to compete against girls of their own age and experience. W.S.S.A. Basketball SENIOR BOYS The prediction in last year’s Spartalogue proved more accurate than expected, for the Seniors enjoyed their most successful season in many a year. Under the master-minding of Mr. Krol, the boys won the first two games of the season against Kennedy and Lowe. Against the powerful Assump¬ tion team, the Seniors cooled off and tasted defeat for the first time. Smarting from their first defeat, and led by Doug Carr, Forster ran the defending champion Patterson Panthers out of the gym. The team was not as successful in the next four games, but another victory against Patter¬ son gave the Seniors their first playoff berth in seven years. In the first round of the playoffs, Forster was matched against Assumption’s powerhouse. The sympathy of the league lay with Forster and it seemed well placed, for at the end of the first quarter, the Seniors were down 17-2. They went on, however, to play inspired ball and out-score Assumption ' s squad in the next three quarters. Assumption emerged winners by a small margin indeed. Larry Karpuik and Captain Gary Tucker gave the boys strong leadership throughout the game. Doug Carr and Don Erskine, both leaving this year, were real assets to the team throughout the season. On the whole, this was a most successful season, and next year looms up as even bigger and better. JUNIOR BOYS Mr. Courtney’s aggregation relied on teamwork rather than on the performance of individual stars in their Junior W.S.S.A. competition. If one play er had an off-night, another was there to pick up the slack and drive the team on to victory. At the beginning of the season, it looked as if the Forster boys had a monopoly on first place, for both teams held down the top rung in their respective leagues. Heartbreaking one-point losses then plagued the Junior team as they finished the regular schedule. With a mis¬ leading 3-7 record, they advanced into the semi-finals. For this big contest, Mr. Courtney started Forster’s stalwart five —Whit Tucker. Art Armstrong, Chuck Hickson. Hurricane Howell, and Doug Ferguson. Pitted against Assumption for the third year in a row. the Juniors knew the task ahead of them and set out de¬ termined to conquer what seemed to be an impregnable machine in the forms of the Assumption Junior Team. At first, it seemed as if the Forster standard bearers were going to pull the uspet of the season, but Assumption’s strong bench turned the tide of battle, and Forster again fell short in its bid to reach the Junior finals. Next year’s prospects can do nothing but brighten Mr. Courtney ' s eyes, for although Ferguson and Tucker are the lone returning members of the first string, the ability displayed by Dave Robinson. Craig Halliday and Andy Small has been out¬ standing indeed. . Page Forty-Four “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Hockey Optimism reigned in the Forster training camp as the first few early morning practices revealed new prospects in addition to such established stars as Bullet” Bob Davis. Dick Taylor and Gib Williams. The front-line defence was bolstered by the presence of Dennis Bastien and an import, Bill Kennedy. The nucleus for a contending team was there; depth was lacking. This lack of reserves haunted the Spartans all season long. In most games, the boys were either ahead of their opponents or within striking distance going into the third period, but the reserve strength of the other teams subdued the fighting Forster six late in the game. Interesting to note is the fact that the team pro¬ duced three times as many goals this season as in any other year of play. Many times Mr. Silcox. the astute coach, saw his standard bearers suffer heart-breaking one-goal losses with seconds remaining. Throughout the season. Bob Davis was the sparkplug and leading scorer of the Spartans. But his goals would not have been possible without the smooth play-making of Dick Taylor and Gib Williams. Close behind Bob in the race for the scoring laurels was Cal Niskasari. One of the brightest performances on the team was the goal-tending. This difficult chore was split between Roger Durfy and five-foot Jerry Wiseman. This was a team that lacked wins in that all-important victory column, but displayed the spirit and drive that typify any Forster aggregation. Let us hope that next year holds big and better things for Forster ' s hockey team. Swim m i n g BOYS Swimming was a dying sport at Forster for the boys, but during the past two years under the patient but exacting eyes of Mr. Mallender the aquatic sport has been revived and hopes for a city championship within the next few years are good. This is one of the most difficult sports to train for, because the swimmers have just one chance to prove themselves and must undergo rigorous training schedules for the single test. Mr. Mallender whipped a small but determined senior boys crew together. Jack Wayne, Doug Long, Cal Niska- saire and Roger Damore were the standouts and all brought home points from the City Meet. Competing against the powerful Assumption and Walkerville squads, the boys had little hope for victory, but they did give a credible showing even though handicapped by the limited facilities of Forster ' s pool. In the junior division Forster had a strong contender and with a few breaks they could have won the championship. Paced by speedy Bob Hrichovian who placed third in the 100-yard free style and swam the anchor leg of the relay team, the Forster Juniors placed third in the competition. 5 points behind second place Assumption. On the whole this was the best showing made by a Forster swimming team in many a year. GIRLS Alternating with boys in the use of the Forster pool, Mrs. Ray and Miss Leiper molded a smooth functioning team of swimmers. Up against stiffer competition than the boys, the girls were unable to gain as many points, but many of the younger girls gained much needed experience. This ex¬ perience in the tough city competition benefitted all com¬ petitors and surely next year Forster will have to be con¬ sidered a serious threat for the City laurels. The Junior girls were paced by Margaret White and Carol Moores, and finished a close fourth. The Senior girls were nluch in the same boat as the Juniors, but although they won more points they were unable to finish any higher than fourth. Liz I fish I Ord succeeded in placing second in the style swimming and third in the 40-yard free style. Marilyn Ellis gained a fourth in the 60-yard breast stroke. The girls richly deserve the praise of the student body for their valiant efforts. The combined point total of both boys ' and girls’ gave Forster a third. Swimming is coming back at Forster, and with the support of the whole student body maybe the team will be inspired to many swimming titles in the future. THE RUN OF THE “CANNON BALL EXPRESS As I was walking down the street One bright and sunny day, I saw a bright jallopy standing Beside a dusty way. Its worn, torn roof danced merrily To music of the wind, And in it sat a happy boy Who looked just like a fiend. And then a moment later, Its engine choked and spurned, As three Goliaths pushed powerfully, To get its small crank turned. The bumpy road wound down the hill, I remember to relate; But as the car rolled down the road. To warn them was too late. The small jallopy gathered speed And whizzed towards a cliff While our dauntless, handsome hero Grew limp, then sore, then stiff. Cold sweat now gathered on his brow. He tightly gripped the wheel, And when he thought his chance was lost He realized one thing real. The gas suddenly running out. The engine choked and spurned; And suddenly the wheels stopped dead i Since all the gas was burned! He wiped his brow, he rubbed his chin One inch from that dread mess And silently he sang the praise Of the Cannon Ball Express”. —Valentina Tritjak. HOCKEY Front Row (left to right): Ron ' I ' essier, Cliff Tessicr, Roger Durfv, Jerry Wiseman, Grant Wilson. Cal Niskasari, Dick Taylor. Second Row: Bill Kennedy, A1 Bradie, Bob Hriekovian, Bob Davis, A1 Schneider, Bud Bates, Gib Williams Third Row: Frank Dietzel (timer), Bob Lawson. Jim Bastien, Dave Moore (manager). Mr. Silcox (coach). JUNIOR SENIOR BOYS’ SWIMMING TEAM Front Row (left to right): Cal Niskasari. Bob Hriekovian, Paul Mitchell, David Vegh, John Muir, Tom Steel, Stanley Fraser. Second Row: Arthur Morris, Roger Damore, Robert Sweetman, Ozzie Dubs, Jack Wayne, Lance Muir, Jeff Lawrence. Third Row: Mr. Mallender, Keith Halliday, John Sinclair, Doug Long. Sanford Schen. Clifford Tessier. GIRLS’ SWIMMING TEAM Front Row (left to right): Dianne Campbell, Jean Black, Marg White, Nora Jean Boyd. Liz Ord, Carol Moores, Loretta Decarie, Maureen Fisk. Second Row: Anna Kovinsky, Dawn Smith. Julia Chmelnitzky, Grace Jewell, Joan Whitmarsh, Joan Chesire, Peggy O’Hara. Third Row: Miss Leiper, Judy Whitmarsh. Diane King. Chris Boyd, Mrs. Ray. Page Forty-Six “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 THE DECIDING PITCH Continued from Page 20 stood Casey Miller, the Hawk Manager. He stood there, hands on hips, openly sneering at Sal. This game meant a lot to Casey, and he was sure he had it since the opposing pitcher was a man whom he had discarded from his club for not being his kind of ballplayer. This bad feeling went back as far as the time when Sal was brought up from the farm system to play for the Hawks. Casey was managing then. He wanted Sal to use his frightening fast ball, and to throw it at the batter’s head, now and then, when the going was rough, driving the batter away from the plate, and then throwing the low- deceptive curve. Because Casey had nothing but contempt for him. and openly in the club¬ house said Sal had no guts, Sal would have nothing to do with it. So Casey traded him to us for the slightly used utility infielder who hit .240 but was rated the best bench warmer in the league. Anyway, he was Casey ' s kind of ballplayer. I gave Sa l the signal, and he gave me the quick nod. We both knew that Jim Mantle, the batter, was a threat to any team, because of his thirty-one home runs and .317 average. You had to be careful how you pitched to him. Jim was set, and Sal went into the full motion. He threw it into my mitt, a low dipper that caught the outside corner for a clean, called strike. Jim gave a cold look at the um¬ pire, and then rubbed his hands in the sand. Then I squatted again and gave Sal the sign for his slider, a half curve. Sal usually throws a neat curve, but this time it wasn’t. It just missed, and when the umpire called it a ball, I put up an argument. After all, isn’t that what all good catchers do? The next curve that Sal threw didn ' t break and Jim came around on it, and met it with a crash. It went out and out, a booming line drive; and then our right fielder gave up the chase. But then the roar of the crowd changed to a groan; the ball hooked and went high into the sixty cent seats on the wrong side of the foul line —a long strike two! I still felt weak as I went back into the crouch. This time I signaled for a low one. but Sal shook his head; so I signaled for one waist-high and again he motioned no”. My third choice was a high, hard one, a pitch he rarely used. He nodded and went into his high-kicking motion. The ball came in high and hard and it seemed to come like an arrow aimed at Jim’s ear. “Look out!” I yelled, as Jim fell to the ground. As it turned out, the ball wouldn’t have nicked him. It just looked as if it would. The count was two and two. There was no argument this time. Sal threw the ball fast, no windup, just the stretch. It was low, and caught the outside corner. Jim just stood there, frozen, as he watched the umpire jerk his thumb high in the air and holler. Strike three! He could picture the pennant going to the Sox three hundred miles away. Well, that ' s about it. I don’t know if Sal threw that pitch intentionally or if it slipped. Sal?—well, he never said one way or the other. But I do remember what he said to Casey Miller on his way out of the park. You cheap pitcher! Casey yelled at him. “You aimed at my boy ' s head.” Are you trying to say,” Sal asked in his quiet manner, “that after ten years, you finally turned me into your kind of a ballplayer?” INTERFORM TEAMS (Reference to Page at Right) JUNIOR BOYS’ SWIMMING TEAM FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 1 Roger Damore. Bob Hrickovian, Keith Halliday. Mackenzie Endo. SECOND ROW: Don Kribs, John Muir, Barry Robson, Terry Jenkins, Art Armstrong. THIRD ROW: Charles Stickley, Grant Wilson, Harold Hickling, Carl Tripp, Milton Lesperance, Charles Knighton. 10E BASKETBALL AND VOLLEYBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 2 Peggy O’Hara, Sophie Skoczen. Mary Butler. SECOND ROW: Margaret Johnstone, Carolyn Dietzel, Diane Bowen, Jeanne Black. 9D VOLLEYBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 3 Gwen McDonald, Jean Stewart. Deanna Myers, Joan Laird. SECOND ROW: Pat Telek, Jean Colman, Dorothy Popovich, Elaine Dockeray, Rosemary Paterson. THIRD ROW: Judy Curren, Helen Wakeford. Sharon Parker, Geraldine Grondin, Lois Mathieson. SENIOR BOYS’ BASKETBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 4 Walter Woytowich, Ken Kernaghan, Gary Tucker. SECOND ROW: Keith Shorter, Don Erskine, Doug Carr, Dean Saul. SENIOR BOYS’ INTERFORM SWIMMING CHAMPS FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number S Jerome DeLaurier, Allan Schneider, Dick Taylor, Bill Kovinsky. SECOND ROW: Jim Babcock, Doug Long, Jim Bastien, Pete Bomak, Bob Davis. SENIOR VOLLEYBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 6 Dolores La Fontaine, Marjorie Mitchell, Carol Kipps. SECOND ROW: Phyllis McCuaig, Carol Patterson. Blanche Holland, June Albrough. THIRD ROW: Tamy Cohoon, Carol Anderson. Gail Parker, Nancy Weir. Mary Sibley. 10C VOLLEYBALL FRONT ROW (left to riqht): Picture Number 7 Saundra Corbett, Janet Ewasyke, Verlie Hutchinson. SECOND ROW: Ella Orchard, Marilyn Bate, Jean Virtue, Kaye Endo. THIRD ROW: Fay Sinnott, Joyce Badour, Pat Gamble. Helen Myers. SENIOR GIRLS’ BASKETBALL FRONT ROW (left to right): Picture Number 8 Dolores La Fontaine, Marlene Randell. SECOND ROW: Marilyn Cummings. Mary Sibley, Blanche Holland, Marjorie Mitchell, Phyllis McCuaig. THIRD ROW: Carol Patterson, Eileen McKettrick, Carol McLeod. Leavena Boismier, Jacqueline Snyder. 1 1A RIFLE TEAM (not pictured) Wayne Hutchinson, Wallace Mills, Dave Robinson, Bob Deschaine. Page Forty-Eight “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Betty St. Clair___ Bob Rudkin __ Marie Pitlick__ Paul Mitchell _ . _ Sharon Bocckini _ - Sanford Schen ID __Judy Hickson _George MacKinnon 9E_ Laura Blute _Eddy Hyttenrauch 9F__Theresa Brunelle__lan Long 9G_Richard Ladouceur_Bob Bozin 10A_Sheila Tyler_Art Armstrong 10B_Gloria Grandy_Walter Argent IOC_Helen Myers __Ella Orchard 10D__Jean Attwood_Don La Fontaine 10E _Chuck Hickson _ _ _ _ Sharon Wilson 10F __ Nancy Patterson _ - Gloria Huber 11A_ _ Nora Jean Boyd _Jim Leishman 11B __ Jean Holdsworth__Buddy Bate 11C _ _Bernice Klingbyle _Kathy Elliott 12A _ Dawn Campbell_ Ken Howell 12B_Myrtle Lang __Bob McMaster 12C ___ Barbara Huntley-Carol McLeod 12D__Joanne Zuk _ _Jerome De Laurier 13A_ Tamy Cohoon_Walt Baranowski “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Forty-Nine 13A Classroom Capers: Chemistry class is really a ball. Since we all have our own drawers, “Hooking and Hoarding” have fast become the most prominent skills! Those tantalizing odours coming from the lab last period each day are not really from the mixtures but from the burnt table-tops and cloths that are used to demonstrate the solutions. One fine day in mid-winter, the soft strains of Medic” came over the P. A. system in tribute to our famous surgeons, Klein, Tucker, and La Fon¬ taine, and our brain specialists, Carr and Paliwada who worked so feverishly over our stiffened patient —someone’s poor kitty cat. The gallery was packed with strained white faces as the operation drew to a close. The period ended on a happy note, for we were told that we could look forward to a few more operations, this time on pigeons. Three-quarters of the class needed the day before exams to study, and didn’t show up for classes. When they entered the classroom to write the exam the following day, they were confronted with a large notice informing them that the first of their detentions was to be held the following Monday night. As a little extra bonus, they received three more detentions to be held after the after-school class. It seems that there will be a need for beds in the halls to accommodate the poor thirteens. Early in the year the thirteens presented a rous¬ ing football skit which was met with boisterous approval from the student body. It boosted the school spirit, and everyone who helped make it a success had a good time presenting it. During basketball season, 13A led the school in ticket sales. In fact, for the Forster vs. Walkerville game, there were one hundred and eleven tickets sold in 13A alone. This number contributed toward the all-time high of 354 tickets sold to any game played away from home. Congratulations: —To our girls’ interfor ' m volleyball and basketball teams who won the interform pennants. —To our boys’ interform basketball team which took the senior laurels. —To the public-speaking winner, Stu Klein. —To all those who took part in the variety show. Fun Corner: Miss Munnings: Take this sentence, “Let the cow be taken out of the lot.” What mood? Ken Kernaghan: The cow! There was a group of boys kneeling in a circle when Mr. Christie came along. Mr. Christie: What are you boys doing there? Terry Henry: Shooting crap. Mr. Christie: Well, get out of here; don’t you know little craps like to live just as well as you do? Donna Maier: See that chap coming out of the Chemistry Lab? That’s our famed Chemistry spark. The poor boy likes girls but he’s so bashful he acts like his own litmus. Donna Gray: “How’s that?” Donna Maier: “When he’s with a girl he turns pink, and when he’s alone he gets blue.” Senior Commercial Our class was quiet for two wonderful weeks when Carol Kipps took time off for a tonsillectomy and Nancy Weir pampered her boils. Wonderfully quiet, maybe—but not much fun! Senior Commercial believes in Marilyn Cum¬ mings ' theory that: “If it isn’t her HEREDITY, it must be her ENVIRONMENT.” We are very proud of Margaret Hogg and Dorothy MacDonald, two swell girls who were the first in Senior Commercial to get jobs. Remember the day Ruth Brian generously gave out her perfume, “C’est Bon”? Miss Scarf one came marching into the room demanding, “Who’s chew¬ ing bubblegum—I smell bubblegum.” Tomorrow if you happen to be walking down a certain alley, you ' ll notice on top of a trash can a little bottle labelled “C’est Bon.” Have you ever watched Leavena Boismier tickle typewriter keys? She has already reached a speed of seventy words per minute and she’s now trying for the next plateau! While trying to open a cream jar, a gift from Senior Commercial, Mr. Christie began a lecture on Pink Ice.” “It must be wonderful,” he said, “to feel those thousand busy fingers massaging your face.” Mr. Christie, however, did not get a chance to feel those thousand fingers, as out of the jar popped a long, green, snake-like, cloth-covered coil. We are still wondering why Mr. Christie did not go right through the blackboard. Variety is the spice of life and Senior Commercial has plenty! We have— Deadly redheads like June Albrough (and a few temporary ones), Dimpled blondes like Nancy Weir, Gorgeous brunettes like Mary Sibley, Little dynamos like Carol Kipps, And taller ones like Carol McLeod, Brown-eyed belles like Jackie Snyder, And blue-eyed dolls like Phyllis McCuaig, Many beauties like Elizabeth Hansen, And lots of cuties like Marlene Randell, AND the biggest teacher in the school—Mr. Courtney! As we entered the downstairs corridor on Jan¬ uary third, we saw Marilyn Perry holding her left hand out to display her newly acquired diamond ring. Lucky Jake! High scorers Blanche Holland and Eileen Mc- Kettrick helped bring the interform basketball pennant to Senior Commercial. Eft H 1 1 A 12A Front Row (left to right): Nancy Moore, Heidi Grieser, Lois Bowen. Mary-Lou Eberwein, Barbara Kerr, Iris Masropian, Rosabelle Veighey, Dawn Campbell, Miss Cluff. Second Row: Elizabeth Ord, Marilou Dobson. Ruth Jenking, Pat Dobson, Barbara Conrick. Marilyn Lynds, Catherine White, Glenda Atkins. Third Row: Elizabeth Porter. Valentina Tritjak, Sandra Mandzuk, Doreen Dwyer, Joanne Sorenson, Jim McMurray, Philip Arber, Fourth Row: David Snyder, Ken Howell, Jim Johnston, Gordon Cosgrave, Bob Weingarden, Jack Wayne. Last Row: Edward Sorenson, Edward Dydo. Gordon Law. 12B Front Row (left to right): Gail Greenwood. Pat Cooke. Rosalie LaFontaine, Miss Gurney, Ruby Kouroumalos. Patricia Page, Deanna Zolinski, Janet Douglas. Second Row: Neil Burgess. Lois Reaume, Constance Orchard, Marilyn Ellis. Karel Cattanack, Myrtle Lang, Margaret Garrison. Third Row: Mary Clcminson. Joyce Jensen, Bob McMaster. David Peach. Raymond Klingbyie, Alastair Bradie, John Duda. Fourth Row: Robert Lever, Tony Breckhow, Ken Dalrymple, Lloyd Cochrane, Avery Smith, Jerry Brumpton. 12D Front Row (left to right): Claire Renaud Diane Dodds, Barbara Gray. Bonnie Howe, Joan Howatt. Dorothy Baston. Carol LaPierre. Joanne Zuk. Second Row: Judy Turnbull, Jerome DeLaurier, Helen French, Marilyn Monforton, Betty Makar. William Kovinsky, Richard Taylor. Third Row: Edward Vogler, Kost Kouroumallos, Bob Lawson. Bob Davis. Allan Schneider, Ken St. Clair. Fourth Row: Jim Bastien. Jim Babcock, Doug Long, Miss Weller. Peter Bomak, Gordon Root. THE SPARTALOGUE ' 1956 Page Fifty-One 12A revealed its creative genius in the production of a masterful skit on ' •School Spirit. The play was a tremen¬ dous success. Leading actors were • ' Hurricane Howell as School Spirit, Jim McMurray as the Mad Russian, Elizabeth Ord as Penelope Van High I. Q„” Nancy Moore as the Southern Belle, Marilyn Lynds as “Sparta the Spartan,” and Eddie Dydo as the judge. ANNOUNCEMENT 12A was well-represented in the Public Speaking Contests. Three of our representatives. Rosabelle Veighey, Dawn Campbell, and Jack Wayne, placed among the top orators. QUESTIONS FOR OUR LISTENERS What attraction has Heidi Grieser’s black hair for Ed Sorenson ? Elizabeth Ord is being exposed to a lot of Civil Law.” Do you know anything about this Gord Law ? What interest has Barb Conrick in Dave Snyder other than the Cannonball Express ? MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS It was a lovely June day. Ken Howell and Cathy White were enjoying a horseback ride in the country. As they stopped to rest, their two horses rubbed noses affectionately. “Ah, me! said Ken. There’s what I’d like to do.” Well, go ahead,” said Cathy. It’s your horse.” Lois Bowen— What model is your car?” Dave Snyder— It’s no model. It’s a horrible example. Corks (Gord Law)— Why don’t you like girls. Bud?” Bud (Bob Weingarden)—“They’re too biased. Corks—“Biased ?” Bud—“Yes. bias this, and bias that until I ' m broke.” Mr. Christie— Order, please, you in the outside row.” Glenda Atkins (absently)—“Two hamburgers with onions. Phil Arber— On what grounds do you object to me, Kitten ?” Ruth Jenking— On any ground within fifty yards of our house.” Mr. Eberwein, business tycoon and proud father, was worried about his daughter, Mary Lou, who recently flunked a history test. “Mary,” boomed the father, to coin a phrase —can’t you learn anything at Mr. Mallender’s knee? “Yes, Dad, answered Lulu, “but I’ve got to think of my schoolwork, too.” FORECAST—(FUTURE AMBITIONSl Gord Cosgrave—Watching the subs” go by at “Hep’s.” Jim Johnston—Caddie to Ben Hogan in the “Pee Wee Golf Tournament.” 12B 12B is the class We’re in this year; We’re one year older And have nothing to fear. A new door is open; For some it means this— An entrance to nursing— A life full of bliss. For some it means study, Hard work and endeavour, Or electrodes, mechanics, And trades for the clever. But no matter the outcome We’ll go without fear For we ' re proud men and women Matrics of this year. Fair ROSALIE strolled over the MOOREs with BOB. They passed GREEN WOODS until they came to an ORCHARD. They stopped and a RAY of sunshine shone on a beautiful, fuzzy PEACH. ROSALIE wanted it. but it was out of BOB ' s reach. Suddenly. Sir JERRY appeared on the scene to satisfy her wish, but a fierce GAIL blew the PEACH from him. Along came brave DOUGLAS with his GARRISON of troops. Brump! they marched. BRUMP! TONS of armour glistened. But, alas, ’twas all in vain. Then Bob found a plank and placing it on a rock, used it as a LEVER to pluck the price¬ less RUBY—a more luscious dish than prepared by COOKEs —from the branch for his ROSALIE. FAVOURITE SAYINGS: Miss Gurney: All ' s yuh hafta know. Lois Reaume: Such foolishness! John Duda: Ain’t got no spare time. Miss Leiper. Tony Brechkow: I gotta go to the “Y”. I can’t go to the game this week. Karel Cattanach: Oh, Myrtle, I haven ' t got it done! Dick Reisner: Gee, am I beat! Avery Smith: Have we got any hit? Diane Zolinski: I can’t do it ’cause I don’t like history. CRACKER JACKS: Mrs. Sparling: The students may start to work; the sponges may simply relax. Miss Leiper: Bob, what’s socialism? Bob McMaster: Communism ? Guess who paddled through the halls to Chemistry when Connie Orchard and Lois Reaume took Myrtle’s shoes? 12D Hear ye! Hear ye! Hear ye! That noble, that supercolossal, that almost intelligent form of 12D is here honouring the Spartalogue with its alluring report. We’re not conceited-we just like ourselves a lot. 12D is a combination of friendliness, good (?) humour, and a satisfactory degree of intelligence. Our class motto might easily be Brains Aren’t All That Are Necessary, Eh 12A. We have a few intellectuals, like Dorothy Baston. singers like Bonnie Howe, linguists like Betty Makar, artists like Dianne (Weather Report) Dodds, and several card sharks like Ed. Kost. and Richard Taylor. None of us are too bright in Latin (right Miss Weller?), but if asked about the tops in pops, any of us could answer your question. Congratulations to the boys on the swimming team for winning the Senior Interform Swimming Pennant for our class. Also, congratulations to Pete Bomak. Jim Babcock, and Dave Johnston for their splendid efforts on the Senior basketball team. During the year, several members were active in dramatic productions both at Christmas and during the variety pro¬ gramme in February. Grade 12D is also proud to recognize the oratorical ability of Jerome DeLaurier. JOKES: Teachers are like mosquitoes, only mosquitoes leave you alone once in a while. Miss McEachern: You missed my class yesterday, didn’t you? Ken St. Clair: Not in the least ma’m! Thirty days hath September, April. June, and Allan Schnieder For speeding. Miss Weller: Nancy—put—that—gum—in—the—basket. Bob Davis: Well. I finally passed in History after three years. Doug Long: Really! Bob Davis: Don’t be so inquisitive. Mr. Brown: Now you all know what a molecule is— Carol La Pierre (interrupting): Most of us do, but perhaps you had better explain for the benefit of those who have never been in one before. Claire Renaud: I ' ve added these numbers in this question ten times— Mr. Courtney: Good girl! Claire: —and here are the ten answers. Miss Weller: You can’t sleep in my class. Jim Bastien: I know it, I’ve been trying for the past half hour. —Extra! Extra! Extinguisher explodes and extinguishes 12D. In Mr. Brown ' s chemistry class when this tragic accident occurred, the only comment of our calm, cool, and collected teacher was those famous last words-“The hole was too small! 11A Front Row (left to right): Barbara Gerow, Marjorie Dubs, Dianne Campbell, Diane Mears, Carole Lyngholm. Janet Kidd, Margaret MacDonald, Janice Giles. Second Row: Judy Ambrose, Carol Moore, Sandra Mills, Julia Murdock, Loretta Decarie, Ann Rutherford, Donna Barnes, Miss Scarfone. Third Row: David Robinson, Jean Aitkenhead, Margaret Sparling, Margaret White, Wallace Mills, John Sinclair. Fourth Row: Osborne Dubs, Bill Easby, Neil Wightman, Richard Zatina, Jim Leishman, Wayne Hutchinson, Larry Karpiuk. 11C Front Row (left to right): Carolyn Levis, Barbara Spurrier, Maureen Fisk, Denise Smyth. Frances Burns, Lorraine Allen, Valerie Cosgrave, Mary O’Hara. Second Row: Kathleen Elliott, Sylvia Arkle. Betty Holliday. Barbara Caplin, Mrs. Haeberlin. Rose Ann Adams. Helen Silk, Gail Barnden, Bernice Klingbyle. Third Row: Roger Durfy, Mary Lou Davidson. Noreen Clarke, Jackie Fowler, Velma Henderson. Rose Marie Woolsey, Joan Beare. Nancy Grondin, Fourth Row: Lloyd Lesperance, Jack Shaw, Ron Doekeray. Bob McDougall, Harold Boulton, Gilbert Williams Fifth Row: Ken Paterson. George Teron. Leonard Klingbyle, Tom Painter. 11B Front Row (left to right): Danielle McLaughlin. Judy Carter, Arlene Casey, Judy Hole, Mrs. Liddell, Rosemary Malach, Marie McGuinness. Patricia Adams, Patricia McFarlane. Second Row: George Beadow, Tom Steel, Fred Cockbain, Marvin Woytowich, Gail Casey, Gertrude Pringle, Danny Kay, Paul Klein. Third Row: Berl Waterer, Beverly Stickley, Kelora McLean. Barbara Gray, Joyce Brent, Barbara Skeggs, Jean Holdsworth. Fourth Row: Lewis Richardson, Bud Bates, Bob Allan, Ken Davis. Wayne Brown, Bill Webster. Fifth Row: Trevor Wright, Adam Bosnyak, Douglas Allen, Douglas Ferguson, THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Page Fifty-Three UA A TYPICAL DAY Period 1. Ozzie Dabs “sounding off” with a French sentence. Period 2. Bob Deschaine and his “dramatical history- reading. Period 3. P. T.! Who goes in the showers today? Marg White again? Period 4. Jim Leishman going for a walk with every Latin answer. Period 5. Loretta Decarie paying attention in Physics? Period 6. Jim Leishman in Geometry . . . That’s too hard” —first to get it. Period 7. 11A warbling in Music. Period 8. Judy Ambrose— cough, cough —to Sandra Mills during English. BADGE 11A —dum dee dum dum— This is the classroom, Forster C. I. We work here; we are the chain gang. It’s Friday morning . . . We are working the day watch on the French division. The chief,—Miss Scarfone! It was a routine day— All were busy filling out The tenses on “Pailer.” Suddenly, a noise at the door. In slunk the stranger; his coat was shabby; Hunger shone in his eyes; Not a square meal in days. He walked briskly past Sergeant Jean Aitkenhead, Across towards detective Wayne Hutchinson. He stopped—in front of Chief Scarfone ' s desk! She abruptly demanded, Cherchez-vous quelque chose? He peered up, and replied, Meow . Yes ... it was . . . the . . . Cafeteria Cat. Case Marked Solved —dum dee dum dum— WE WONDER— How Janet Kidd got her black eye? She says she was hit by a telephone? ? What John Sinclair thinks about when he stares out the window in History class. How the boys managed to beat the girls in a volleyball game ? Could cheating be involved ? Who styled Larry Karpuik’s hair ? Which will wear out first—Diane Mears ' comb or her hair? If David Robinson will ever become a teacher? Miss Scarfone: “Were you sick for four days, Richard? Richard Zatina: No, I slept in.” FAVOURITE SAYINGS— Mr. Christie:—Now in ENGLAND . . Mrs. Haeberlin—Well, we are a little off the topic, but . . . Mrs. Sparling—I ' ve had enough of this now. Ozzie Dabs—Qu-a-a-a-a-ck. Marg. Sparling—Now if we could play boys ' rules . . . Wayne Hutchinson—But Miss Cluff. I’ve got the Scottish Friday night. I1B Our class is a lot of fun, It keeps our teachers on the run. While Pete Bomak and Judy Carter have a small corpora¬ tion. Bud Bates and Bob Allan take a vacation. George Beadow and Ken St. Clair make a continual rumpus. Wild Louis Richardson asks questions that always stump us. Paul Klein and Marie McGuinness are always chattin ' , While Trudy Pringle and Pat MacFarlane catch up on their Latin. Trevor Wright always has work to do, But instead he writes on Pat Adam’s shoe. We ' re glad to come, and we’re glad to go. And you can always count on us for a real good show. Page Fifty-Four • THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Our class, 11B, is ne’er surpassed as you can see— Bud Bate, our hockey star, is funnier than Pinky Lee, by far; Wayne Brown, a rugged country boy, has jokes to tell that are a joy; Pat Adams at X and 0’s is sure to be champ without foes; Paul Klein and Doug Ferguson play on the junior boys’ basketball team. Ken ’’DIXIE Davis gets detentions, while George Beadow will sit and dream. Gail Casey and Louis Richardson went into public speaking. While Trudy Pringle and Bev. Stickley some sleep were sneaking. Marie McGuinness, our Ecclesia representative, is Worthy of any praise that you may give. Two class parties she gave and we are so very appreciative. In football season Trevor Wright can be depended on to really fight. Bill Webster in Latin is a whiz, and could win any television quiz. In closing I might say our class is clever. Our marks may sometimes fall, but our school spirit—never! OUR CLASS IN TEN YEARS FROM NOW— Tom Steel: a television star, singing ’’Tutti Frutti . Marvin Woytowich; generous distributor of loose-leaf paper ? Arlene Casey: holding hands with the doctor in the operat¬ ing room. Pat McFarlane: modelling the fashions of the year for the ‘‘tall girls”. Fred Cockbain: selling lists of excuses for getting out of detentions. Bob Allan: working to develop a “Handy Schmandy Home¬ work Doer”. Kelora McLean: doing true testimonials for Hazel Bishop. Joyce Brent: sleepy demonstrator for Sealy mattresses. Danny Kay: bartender at Bosnyak ' s Tavern. Barbara Skeggs: a singer, making her one-millionth record¬ ing of “You, You, You . Barbara Gray: still riding around in a 1955 Chrysler without hub caps. Cadet Sgt. Trevor Wright and Cadet Lt. Buddy Bates of our class were the proud recipients of the master credit gold star for proficiency in their cadet corps. NAME Leonard Klingbyle Rose Marie Woolsey Denise Smythe Val Cosgrave Maureen Fisk Nancy Grondin Frances Burns Velma Henderson Rose Ann Adamo Barbara Caplin Helen Silk 11C SAYING Checkout Splooch! Hold the Fort! Don Phoned! What a clue! Pardon Me? I’m asking Jim Ray ' s coming over Hi, Ernie! Oh, Jim! Isn’t that sweet! How-o-o-o AMBITION Garbage Man Singing with Bobby Brew ' s Band Weight lifting Teaching Chicken at Ar thur Murray’s Swimming Instruc¬ tor at Y.W.C.A. Cleaning Chimneys Writing on car windows Cleaning sewers Riding elephants Cooking up mischief Feeding her kids ice cream TEACHER’S NAME FAVOURITE SAYING Miss Doan Mrs. Haeberlin Mr. Silcox Mr. Courtney Miss Gurney Go stand outside the door.” Put your gum in the basket.” Stop playing with those typewriters. Class! Stop that mumbling. “Where’s your uniform? We are only making fun, We really love them, everyone. COLLEGE SODA BAR Good Food — Delicious Hamburgs 1700 COLLEGE AVE. Phone CL 2-7865 Compliments of WHITE’S RESTAURANT “FOR FINE FOODS” 33 PITT ST. EAST Phone CL 3-8084 Windsor PAUL ' S SHOE REPAIR SHOP Paul Palovcik, Prop. 1369 PRINCE ROAD NEOUTE OR LEATHER SOLES BILTR1TE HEELS Repairs While You Wait Open 7 to 6 Compliments of WESTERN FREIGHT LINES WINDSOR Compliments of DEALERS IN SCRAP METAL PHONE CL 4-5188 110 Hill Street Windsor, Ont. Compliments of UNION GAS CO. OF CANADA LIMITED WINDSOR DIVISION 185 Chatham St. West Phone CL 3-4661 •THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Page Fil ' ty-Five 10A MR. CHRISTIE ' S LAMENT O, fer the peaceful countryside. The locks and marsh and glen O, fer a glimpse o’ the river Clyde. Which I left aroon’ the bend. Now I greet blank faces every day. That look at me in a mournful way, And I ask myself, Does it really pay To teach a class like this 10A!” And when it’s theorems they’re repeating, It almost sounds like bag pipes bleating. They talk, and giggle, and laugh aloud. Oh woe is me for I’ve got this crowd. Their aim. it is to never learn. E’en when I scold them each in turn, But all in all I must really say. I would never exchange my terrible 10A. CLASS PORTRAIT Liz Kulik is the canary that dwells in our class, And Donna Hays is known as our bonnie wee lass, Charles Knighton’s hobby is talking about rockets While Carl Tripp’s hands are deep in his pockets. Yoo-hoo is all we hear from Grace While John Blacklock works to maintain first place. For humour. Milt Lesperance is our man And Terry Jenkins adds whatever he can. From our Pat Casement comes nary a peep. But Sheila Tyler fills the gap when she speaks. Art Armstrong is our basketball star And Keith Halliday is the best swimmer by far. Dick Babcock is never without a detention, Beth Gilker is always paying attention, Bill Bergoine’s car has shiny chrome, Yet Mary Jenking has to hitch-hike home. Greg Brumpton belongs to the Junior B’s, And Richard (Sneaky) Baker photographs all he sees. Of all the girls Pat Cyr’s the tallest And Marina Fischer is the smallest. For talking and riddles Carol Boughner’s tops, But Bruce Cochrane knows all about cops. Diane King is our class’s only steady. But by and by more will be ready. Through clamour of day and stillness at night. This writer is trying to put things aright. When I say deeply serious with all kidding aside. We’re proud to have Mr. Christie teach at our side. CLASS CAPERS Miss McEachern— Horse in French is masculine gender.” Milt Lesperance’s worried reply— What if it’s a girl horse, Miss McEachern? A profitable business has been established by the sale of candid photographs of teachers. Revengeful students eagerly buy from the culprits, John Blacklock and Richard Baker. During Science class one day. in the absence of Mr. Heaton, Elmer our pet skull was left on the window facing the door. When a girl in grade nine entered the room, she screamed, dropped her books, and ran the fastest fifty-yard dash in history. 10B CAN YOU IMAGINE: Carol Preston without Elaine Cooke, Rosetta Brown not reading a book. Harold Hickling not using big words. Marilyn Liebrock short and small. Gerry Kipps growing big and tall, Grant Wilson not chasing Ruth Bailey, Page Fifty-Six “THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Ailana Benoit and Harold Mercer not babbling gaily, Gratien DeSaeger and Marylou Richards faili ng tests, Don Kribs and Vic Roy not being pests, John Muir and Barry Robson not being sagacious, Gloria Grandy and Bob Hrickovian not being audacious, Chess and Paul Paine not good in sports, Judy Whitmarsh and Roger Damore repulsive in shorts. TEN YEARS FROM NOW As we walk through one of the more high class sections of town, we see John Muir and Gerry Kipps co-starring in one of our all-time favourites Gone With the Wind.’’ Putting up the letters on the marquee is Big Merc as¬ sisted by our very own Walter Argent. In front of the theatre we see Judy Whitmarsh walking her blue ribbon French poodles. Sweeping the sidewalk in front of the theatre is young ambitious Bob Hrickovian. Stopping to talk to the doorman, Barry Robson, is Gratien DeSaeger pushing along his clean, white pop-corn wagon. Among the patrons seen going into the theatre is Marylou Richards, our golf champion, and her ever faithful caddy Don Kribs trail¬ ing along behind her, and Karen Douglas and Larry Hryniw, the famous screen idols of our day. Our congratulations go to the 10B swimming team who tied for first place with 10A in the Interform Swimming meet. IOC FUTURE OCCUPATIONS: Nancy Clarke—Answering questions true or false. Rod Toop—Raising little Minnies. Joyce Badour—Bar fly at the W J Snack Bar. Elliott Ouellette—Lighting the candles for Liberace. Marilyn Bate—Private Secretary at Calvin’s Bakery. Ella Orchard—Married to George. Faye Sinnott—High Fashion Model. IOC SONG HITS: James Renaud—Crazy Man Crazy Pat Gamble—Jack Jack Barb Sneddon—Smile Awhile Rod Toop—Rag Mop Evelyn Heigh way—Why did we stop here ? (Hep’s Bob Butterfield—I’m afraid we’re lost. Evelyn—Not this kid; I walked home from here before. Mr. Whetstone—Barbara Sneddon, why haven’t you your homework ? Donna McLeod has hers. Barbara Sneddon—Sure she has her homewor k, but that’s a different case, sir. She’s afraid of teachers. WOULDN’T YOU LIKE TO KNOW: How Don Evans got around Mr. Whetstone ? Why Janet Ewasyke waits until we’re in Miss Leiper ' s room to put on her make-up? Why Jean Virtue listens attentively at the name of Gary? Why James Renaud is always mumbling to himself during class ? THE BEST! Boy Best Dresser—Ron Morencie Best Personality—Bob Morency Cutest—Don Evans Class Jokers—Laurier Robinet Best Dancers—Ron Tessier Most Interesting—Bruce Stubbington M. is for Marilyn so sweet and so shy. I. is for ink we spray on the guys. S. is for Sneddon who laughs from the heart. S. is for skipping in which IOC never take part. D. is for Deneese whom Don adores. 0. is for Orchard who says teachers are bores. A. is for answers IOC has them all. N. is for noise we all make in the hall. r ——_____— -———————-r Compliments of MacCUAIG JEWELLERY CO. “YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD JEWELLER” 2055 WYANDOTTE STREET WEST I Phone CL 2-8011 Windsor, Ontario | j ■ SIRE SHOP FOR MEN STYLED CLOTHES FOR ALL OCCASIONS j Jon B. Adamac, Prop. Tom Bannon, Mgr. | 2180 Wyandottte St. W. at Randolph Ave. PHONE CL 2-8469 Compliments of Ryan Builders Supplies LIMITED COMPLETE LINE OF BUILDERS SUPPLIES PHONE CL 4-3271 210 Detroit St. Windsor, Ont. COMPLIMENTS OF THE I ' apifiil - Palace - Tivoli Park renin Compliments of CAMEO BAR-B-Q BAR-B-Q SPARE RIBS, CHICKEN STEAKS AND CHOPS 3226 Sandwich St. W. Phone CL 2-1965 For quality meats cut to your satisfaction BOB FORD’S MEATS and GROCERIES 3202 Girardot Street t.-----i Girl Nancy Clarke Helen Myers Joan Ballantyne Carol Lariviere Saundra Corbett Faye Sinnott 10A Front Row (left to right): Mary Jenking, Grace Jewell, Joan Ballantyne. Shirley Brown, Marina Fischer, Julia Chmelnitzksy, Carol Boughner, Beth Gilker. Second Row: Mackenzie Endo, John Blacklock, Patricia Casement, Patricia Cyr, Elizabeth Kulik, Diane King, Sheila Tyler, Dick Babcock, Greg Brumpton. Third Row: Milton Lesperance, Charles Knighton, Terry Jenkins, Mr. Christie, John McIntyre, Arthur Armstrong, Keith Hallidav. Fourth Row: Bruce Cochrane, Carl Tripp, Bill Bergoine, Richard Baker 10B Front Row (left to right): Gloria Grandy, Ruth Bailey. Allana Benoit, Carol Preston, Judy Whitmarsh, F.lainc Cooke, Marylou Richards, Faye Kipps. Second Row: Barry Robson, Victor Roy, Harold Mercer, Rosetta Brown Mrs. Kay. Karen Douglas, John Muir, Don Kribs. Third Row: Walter Argent, Bob Hrickovian, Roger Damorc, Marilyn Liebrock. Edward Thrasher, Charles Stickley. Fourth Row: Harold Hickling, Gralien De Saeger, Grant Wilson, Larry Hryniw. Paui Paine. IOC Front Row (left to right): Kathleen Graham. Evelyn Bean. Kathleen Clarke, Barbara Hamilton. Nancy Clarke, Kaye Endo, June Pickering, Dorothy Erdeg. Ron Morencie. Second Row: Joan Ballentyne, Jean Virtue, Paula Jeannotte, Ella Orchard, Saundra Corbett, Elliott Ouellette. Maurice Herlehy, Deneece Dudley. Third Row: Caroline Lariviere, Donna McLeod. Edith Dobell, Gail Griffin. Joyce Badour, Helen Myers. Verlie Hutchinson, James Renaud. Fourth Row: Pat Gamble, Barbara Sneddon, Janet Ewasyke, Miss Doan. Evelyn Heighway, Faylyn Sinnott. Marilyn Bate. Fifth Row: Bruce Stubbington, Ronald Tessier Don Evans, Bob Butterfield. Boh Morency, Robert Wiseman. Roderick Toop. Page Sixty “THE SPARTALOGUE — 1956 Gary Pattison crooning a tune, Betty Mason in a swoon. And if Bill Gray was four foot six. Wouldn ' t he be in a fix. Sophie Skoczen with long curls. Would certainly surprise. Us boys and girls, Now. really, we are okay, you see. Because we are students of class 10E. What 1970 holds for 10E: If one walks down Ouellette Avenue in 1970, here are some of the people he will see: On the corner of Ouellette and Wyandotte is Chuck Lamberick calling “Extra, read all about it.” Behind him is Sophie Skoczen ' s Beauty Salon where Deanna Duggan is getting her hair twisted, turned, burned and frizzed. Down a few blocks, we see Tom Ander¬ son directing traffic and giving Mr. Mallender a ticket for disturbing the peace. In front of the “Howell and Char- bonneau Shirt Distributors” is Wayne Froome trying to sell Dianne Bowen his latest issue of Froome does it Again.” The Gray and Brown, Inc.” newly formed, is advertising silk seat covers for your new Cadillac, which Whit Tucker has just wrecked in an accident on the corner. Towing away Whit ' s car are the O ' Hara Wreckers. It ' s towed away all right, right into the Mason and Mears Junkyard. Cleaning up the road, littered with junk from the accident, is Arthur Vass who hates to see his city in a mess. Last but not least is Tommy Gault with Marg Johnston, married, of course, and Tom is still getting the same old lecture. We would like to extend congratulations to Doug Howell for standing second in the Junior Boys’ Speaking Contest, and also for coming in first in the Cross-country Run. 10F FAVOURITE SAYINGS OF 10F: Mr. Silcox—Four times shorthand or take an hour! Miss Doan—Oh. be quiet! Miss Laithwaite—Don’t be so childish! Liz Tarr—See you later, alligator. Sandra Ionson—I’ll thlap you. TEN YEARS FROM NOW: Pat Mazzali—Writing jokes for service women. Carol Batson—Arguing with Lynn Rankin about little things that mean a lot. Sharon Froome—Singing the top song of 1955, “I ' m Just Wild About Harry.” Elizabeth Tarr—Stand-in- for Auntie Dee. June Couvillon—Big-game hunter: still wolves”. Albert Houle—Writing books for Forster C. I. Bill Cullen—Still a Mickey Mouse Fan. Rosalie Bechard—In I0F with Ray. Ellen North—A woman. IDEAL GIRL IDEAL BOY: Hair—Cal Niskasari Eyes—Bill Cullen Legs—Cliff Tessier ' Lips—Barbara Gaunt Eyes—Carol Batson Legs—Sharon Froome Nose—Sandra Ionson Hair—Joyce Gendreau Teeth—Mary Louise Donnelly Nose—Albert Houle “-P«!L.U Teeth Lynn H.nhie Complexion—Elizabeth Tarr Personality—Murray Sinnott • Mr. Silcox: Nancy, is there anything you can do at school that no other girl can do? Nancy: “Yes, read my own writing!” Bill Cullen: Doctor, do something! I was playing a mouth-organ and I swallowed it.” Doctor: Just be calm and be thankful you weren’t playing a piano.” • � • Miss Doan: If you take 5 8 from 3 4, what ' s the dif¬ ference?” Helen Webb: That’s what I say, too, what’s the dif¬ ference? Compliments of EVELYN MARGARET SHOPPE SPECIALISTS IN LADIES ' WEAR 3222 SANDWICH ST. PHONE CL 4-1010 Compliments of EBERWEIN’S GIFT SHOP 166 OUELLETTE AVENUE Phone CL 3-9133 Windsor, Ont. BEST WISHES TO A WORTHY CAUSE FROM A FRIEND SERVING WINDSOR FOR 95 YEARS A GREAT STORE IN A GREAT CITY iaihei ' s bartlet macdonald and gow limited Ouellette Ave. at Riverside Dr. PHONE CL 4-2551 STORE HOURS 9 - 5:30 DAILY Compliments of HAMILTON’S DRUG STORE CORNER LONDON and McEWAN Compliments of Anderson Funeral Service ANDERSON FLOWERS the Anderson Brothers (former Forster C.I. Students) 895 Ouellette Ave. Windsor, Ont. PHONE CL 4-3223 9A Front Row (left to right): Margaret Rodie, Shirley Clinqersmith, Bruce Logan, Stanley Morgan, Michael Rochon, Gerald Wiseman, Gary Flewelling, Claire LaMarsh. Jacqueline Wheeler. Second Row: Janice Alford, Patsy Attwood, Brenda Belcher, Jennet Bowyer, Kathleen Durham, Betty St. Clair, Linda Masino, Carmen Eaton. Third Row: Pat Murdock, Marilyn Robinson, Dan Johnston, Miss McEachern, John Wiley, Juanita Pringle, Elizabeth Cada, Betty Fergus. Back Row: Jim Wood, Emile LaFleur, Jack Redmile, Keith Faulkner, Robert Law, Bob Rudkin, Jim Abbey. 9B Front Row (left to right): Jerry Duda, Marilyn Clews, Priscilla Deschaine. Dawn Smith, Marie Pitlick, Sheron bryson, Barbara Power, Brenda Boutette, David Vegh. Second Row: Wilma Van Dyke, Barbara McLaughlin, Andrew De Saeger, Gayle Bristol, Ruth O’Hara, Gerald Makar. Janet Lucier, Dorothy Tracy. Third Row: Beverly Allen. Lorraine Cummings, Elaine Shaw, Christine Boyd, Josephine Hanson, Paul Mitchell, Carolyn Smith. Fourth Row: Danielle Lel ' aive, Judy Kropie, Sharon Lingard, Mr. Heaton, Grace LeBlanc, Terence Decarie, Stanley Eraser. Fifth Row: Jimmy Kotros, Leonard Snider, Bill Childs, Michael Korzak. ?C Front Row (left to right): Judy Hurt, Sharon Bocchini, Patty Ambrose, Joan Whitmarsh, Jo-Anne Kidd, Laurie Stevens, Donna Burnett, Audrey Reeves, Dolores Grondin. Second Row: Peggy Cockbain, Sandra Findlay. Michell Crabbe, Tom Kulik, Mr. Pitkanen, Lance Muir, Fern Casey. Joan Cheshire, Laurie Bailey. Third Row: Patricia Kelly, Elton Plant, Dolores Tourangeau, Joan Dewit, Mary Holden, Marilyn Green, Paul Andrew, Philip Meretsky. Fourth Row: Tom Sharkey, Gerald Fathers, Clifford Head, Robert Hyndman, Craig Halliday, Herbert Webster, Bill Longley. Fifth Row: Lawrence Jeffrey, Norman Anger, Barry Pepper, Sanford Achen. MP i 7 ' m M p ri, Page Sixty-Two THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 9A is made up of thirty students all having made friends since the beginning of the school term. Here are some of the favourite hobbies and sayings that make up their personality: Carmen Eaton likes to study piano players from 9F. Mike Rochon ' s favourite saying, “Please explain,” just as the bell rings. Bob Rudkin always pleases Miss Philpot with his Art. A born artist! Stan Morgan enjoys helping Mr. Courtney work with figures. Betty Lou Fergus automatically says, when entering the composition room “Mr. Pitkanan! Could you ever imagine for one day these impossible things— Jim Wood even trying to be quiet in Science. Dan Johnston doing his French homework. Jerry Wiseman using his noodle in Composition. Pat Attwood not arguing with the boys. Beth Cada having the wrong answer for Literature home¬ work. The students of 9A also hear their teachers say very comical things every day! Mr. Whetstone, when a student comments on money or Science, “You ' re talking about the thing I love. Mr. Courtney, one minute before the bell rings, “Your homework to-night is.” Miss McEachern. laughing so hard her face is red, Come on, now don ' t be silly. Mrs. Haeberlin—“Dan! will you sit down and be quiet.” Miss Philpot, when everyone is quiet, This is a good class when you ' re working hard. —But we don’t work hard very often. 9B Say kids! Did you ever notice Rodger Douglas blush — especially when Peggy O’Hara ' s name is mentioned ? Was there ever a day when Ruth O’Hara was not singing the current hit song, Sixteen Tons” (La Fontaine)? Sharon Bryson paid attention? How about it Sharon ? Marie Pitlick arrived on time for classes ? Sharon Lingard was asked to stop talking? Chris Boyd wore a dunce cap ? Gerald Makar was without a water gun or an elastic band ? FUTURE OCCUPATIONS Judy Kropie—Styling starchy hair styles. Grace Le Blanc—Mrs. Gary Makar of Puce. Len Snider—Fly Catcher. Mike Kozak—Traffic Cop in the Sahara Desert. David Vegh—Selling ice boxes to Eskimos. Andrew Desaeger—George the Janitor. Rodger Douglas—Modelling “Ladies” hosiery. The girls of 9B deserve credit for their fine showing in interform volleyball. Even if we did not secure the cham¬ pionship. we fought to the end and battled our way to second place. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for Mr. Heaton’s valiant attempts to perform the various experi¬ ments in the grade nine courses. Accidents will happen! 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Phone CL 2-1424 Windsor j MIKE’S MODERN BARBER SHOP | I “WE CUT HAIR ANY STYLE” 1901 WYANDOTTE ST. W. 9C We had one class party which was held at Joan (hard- rock Whitmarsh’s house. The thirty students who came out co-operated with the plans; therefore, the evening was a huge success. Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Whitmarsh for their hospitality! The clowns of our class are Cliff Head and Joan Dewit who are responsible for always keeping our class in a good mood with their humorous remarks. FUTURE OCCUPATIONS Herb Webster—selling tickets. Judy Hurt—modelling bathing suits. Craig Haliday—undertaker. Tom Sharkey—writing poetry. Jo-Anne Kidd—preacher. Norm Anger—selling putt-mobiles. Barry Pepper— baby” sitting. Lance Muir—strong man in a circus. Tom Kulik—farmer. Sandra Findlay—opera singer, Robert Hyndman—pasting the labels on sardine cans. OUR HIT PARADE Sanford Schen—“Sixteen Tons Joan Cheshire— Five Feet Two, Eyes of Blue” Patty Ambrose— Come on a My House” Jerry Fathers—“Dim, Dim the Lights” Jeff Lawrence— Ain’t That a Shame Laurie Stevens— A Woman in Love” IMAGINE Buttercup Bailey without a boyfriend. William Longlcy teaching Audrey Reeves how to draw. Elton Plant doing the chicken. Pat Kelly missing the basket. Donna Burnett, Fern Casey, and Peggy Cockbain as The Three Musketeers . HAVE YOU SEEN THESE BIRDS? The Perennial Late-Bird is distinguished by its habit of wandering into class during the middle of the lesson. Perse¬ cuted by the teacher, this bird is often found in the vicinity of the detention room. It is one to be pitied, not imitated. The Wide-Billed Mocking-Bird is frequently seen in the environs of 9C, and almost always can be found afflicting smaller student birds. It is the least admired of all the species of class pests and would be thrown out of the nest if it were not bigger than the other fledglings. The Loudmouthed Class-Pecker is a common type of bird frequently seen (and heard) during class. Its strident voice breaks the silence of the class room and annoys the quieter species. Especially noticeable during test-storms! It’s cal! sounds much like What’s number three? , or What’s the answer?” Every class has one. Of course it’s the High-Hatted Hen. This bird, slightly on the conceited side, lingers about in the halls displaying her new skirt or sweater. When compli¬ mented on a new article, she merely tosses her head and exclaims, Why I’ve had this for two weeks now! It’s getting old. 9D PLATTER PARADE Dorothy Popovich— Make Love To Me Pat Telek—“I’ll Never Smile Again John Tobias— New Love” Eileen Drouillard— Sweet and Gentle” Eddie Noakes— Elephant Tango Lois Mathieson— Naughty Lady of Shady Lane” Reynald L’Ecuyer— Kiss of Fire” George MacKinnon— In My Merry Oldsmobile” Pat Anderson— Baby Face” Joan Laird— Saint or Sinner Jo-Ann Fleming— Danny Boy George Hardcastle—“Just One of Those Things Judy Hickson— Down by the Riverside” Bill Hogg—“Tutti Frutti” Bill Lachance— It’s a Sin” Judie Curren—“Woman in Love Elaine Dockeray— Cuddle Me Ricky Buzzeo— Mambo Italiano DESCRIPTIONS John Staddon— Strong and Silent Type Norma Miner— Won’t Take No for an Answer Helen Wakeford— Who’ll Be the Henpecked Husband?” Page Sixty-Four “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 Gerry Grondin— Future Nurse Jean Stewart—“Short and Shy John MacKenzie— Electronic Brain CAN YOU IMAGINE Ted Moores not laughing in class ? Sharon Parker being 4 ' 2 ? Nancy Drouillard having short hair? Donna Marion not having her hair combed ? Gwen McDonald walking without Helen ? Jean Colman at the basketball games? Rosemary Paterson not watching lOA’s basketball games? 9E Our class is very active in school activities. In the girls’ choir we have Carol Koval and Darlene Burns. Those who entered public speaking were Eddy Hyttenrauch and Richard Riseborough. In drama we have Sharron Randall, Bill Bryce. Richard Riseborough and Eddy Hyttenrauch. On the Sparta- logue staff there is Bill Bryce. Don Marsden, Wayne Willson and Bill Bryce were on the Senior Football Team, and Art Morris represents 9E on the Junior Boys ' Swimming Team. CAN YOU IMAGINE Kay Desmond being sly or Louise Mitchell being shy? Carol Huber being tall or Bob Niskasari being small ? Wayne Underwood without his loaded pen or Bill Bryce not thinking of Lois Bowen ? Beverly Nielsen dreaming of Gary or Sandra Crabbe not staring at Larry? Errol Gerow without a crooked scheme or Irene Marshall hating the basketball team? Bob Sirdashney not confused in French or Ruth Craig alone in a park bench ? Carole Burrel without her I think or Carol Laird giving Terry MacDonald a wink ? SAY IT WITH MUSIC 7:00 a.m. Sleepy Time Gal 8:00 a.m. Slowpoke 8:30 a.m. Clang. Clang, Clang Went the Trolley” 9:00 a.m. Hail. Hail the Gang ' s All Here Algebra Oh. Dear What Can the Matter Be History I ' ll See You in My Dreams” Recess Candy and Cake French J’attendrai! (for the period to end I Chemistry Strange Things Are Happening Lunch One Meat Ball Literature Tell Me a Story” Geography “How Deep Is the Ocean English Accentuate the Positive 3:30 p.m. “It ' s All Over Now 3:45 p.m. Walking My Baby Back Home 4:00 p.m. “Home Sweet Home 9F The girls of 9F played in the volley-ball semi-finals and came in fourth. Our boys played in the basketball semi¬ finals and came in fourth. Marilyn Emery and Mary Jewell passed their Bronze Life Saving Tests. Andy Small made the School Junior Boys ' Basketball Team and scored quite a few baskets. Miss Leiper broke a bone in her ankle and the class sent her a box of chocolates and a get well card. FAMOUS SAYINGS OF 9F TEACHERS Mr. Whetstone—“Hey buddy, buy a Ford; your Pontiac is falling apart. Miss Leiper— Now listen class. Mr. Mallender—“Hey, you widda sneakers, out of the pool.” Miss Philpot—“Shamey, shamey class.” Miss McEachern— Sit in your own seat.” Miss Cluff—“Detention, Bob.” Miss Munnings- Have you ' Et-a-Ket ' .” Miss Scarfone— Class, you ' re noisy. Mr. Pitkannen—“Be Quiet. Mrs. Thompson—“Now girls keep the noise down. Mr. Ellis— Get back to your bench.” Miss Gurney—“Into your squads, girls. OUR SCHOOL POEM Roses are red. violets are blue, Forster ' s a school, which belongs to you. Our teams are terrific, and ready to go. 9E FRONT ROW (left to right): Errol Gerow, Carol Huber. Irene Marshal, Judy Denes, Ruth Kreg, Vena Burns, Kay Desmond, Eddy Hyttenrauch. SECOND ROW: Marlene Beaul, Carole Burrell, Judy Jackson, Carol Laird, Wayne Underwood, Carol Koval, Louise Mitchell, Laura Blute. THIRD ROW: Bart Hailey. Terry MacDonald, Arthur Teron, Arthur Morris, Sandra Crabbe, Beverly Nielson. Sharron Randall. FOURTH ROW: Marion Patrick, Darlene Burns, Bob Sirdashney. Larry McLaren. Bill Bryce, Don Marsden. FIFTH ROW: Bob Niskasari. Richard Riseboroueh. Mr. Whetstone, Bill Hooper, Wayne Willson. 9F FRONT ROW (left to right): Jeannette Blanchette, Sally Lucier, Judy Hryniw. Maria Willmann. Mary Jewell. Theresa Brunelle, Ann Steer, Ruth Ann McKettrick. Beverly Bates. SECOND ROW: Danny Renaud, Ian Long, Joy Jin, Marilyn Emery. Dorothy Garrod, Pat Parozanin, Conrad Cummings. Norbert Bellaire. THIRD ROW: Ken Dubd. Yvonne Veld Luisen. Dorothea Churchill. Barbara Stephenson. Margaret Bull, Ernest Maroschak, Richard Coomber. FOURTH ROW: Meryle Knighton, Edward Labonte. Derek Virtue. Frances Welsh Dorothy Mailloux. Milan Crepp. Bob Carroll. FIFTH ROW: Brian Shelly. Andy Small, Miss Leiper, Bill Noade. 9G FRONT ROW (left to right): Jo Ann Chapman, Peggy Smith. Gloria Chadwich. Margaret Getty, Frances Williams, Shirley Couvillon, Diana Bessette, Janice Bennett. SECOND ROW: Bill Renaud, Charles Haesler. Bob Bozin, Miss Laithwaite, Ronald Willis, Philip Biebcr, David Aiken. THIRD ROW: Glen Dean. Leonard Bowyer, Bernie Martin. Raymond Garvey. Richard Ladouceur, Jim Churchill. FOURTH ROW: Larry Meloche, George Couvillon, Percy McDonald. Jack Thomson. Bud Ruchlow, Glen Reid. FIFTH ROW: John Semperger, Jerry Zatina, Tom Robertson, Jeff Ireland. 9D FRONT ROW (left to right): Keith Moulder, Nancy Drouillard, Jo-Ann Fleming, Patricia Anderson. Jean Colman, Jean Stewart. Joan Laird, Norma Miner, Ted Moores. SECOND ROW: Deanna Myers, Judy Hickson, Judy Curren, Lois Mathieson, Rosemary Paterson, Dorothy Popovich. Gwen McDonald, Elaine Dockeray. THIRD ROW: Donna Marion, Geraldine Grondin, Pat Telek, Miss C. Cushnie, Helen Wakeford, Sharon Parker, Eddie Noakes. FOURTH ROW: Lawrence Cybak, John McKenzie, George Hardcastle, William Hogg, Raymond Chabot, Ricky Buzzeo. FIFTH ROW: John Tobias, Reynald L’Ecuyer, George MacKinnon. John Staddon, William LaChance. Page Sixty-Six THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 GET COMPLETE GARAGE SERVICE AT HAWKESWOOD GARAGE LTD. PAINTING, BODY and FENDER REPAIRS 270 ERIE STREET EAST Phone CL 4-1108 Windsor, Ont. Compliments of IVAN SALES BEAUTY SALON HAIR STYLISTS 252 Pelissier St. Phone CL 4-1841 Compliments of PERSONAL FINANCE COMPANY OF CANADA LIMITED Manager: JAMES R, SMITH HEINTZMAN BLOG. 310 OUELLETTE Compliments of ADELMAN’S DEPARTMENT STORE 60 Pitt Street East Phone CL 4-2545 WINDSOR, nun SHOES — SPORTING GOODS — LUGGAGE 333 OUELLETTE AVE. PHONE CL 3-7411 LEN KANE’S MAN-ABOUT-TOWN SHOP WHERE STYLES ARE BORN” CL 2-1733 316 Pelissier St. CL 4-2100 1321 Ottawa St. Forster ' s a school, that will give you a show. Now take our Andy Small, success of the team. His shots at the basket, make everyone scream, Our school is most popular, and liked by us all, Our spirit is high, and never shall fall. CAN YOU IMAGINE Ian Long—being tall. Brian Shelley-—being small. Milan Crepp—being stupid. Dorothy Mailloux—playing cupid. Bev Bates—acting right. Joy Jin—starting a fight. Barbara Stephenson—skipping school. Eddie Labonte—not acting the fool. Conrad Cummings—doing the chicken. Ann Steer—getting a “licken”. Theresa Brunelle—not latched onto Moe. Norbert Bellaire—not putting on a show. Sally Lucier—not making eyes at Ken. Meryle Knighton—not crazy over men. DREAM BOY Eyes—Moe Hennin Hair—Bobby Carroll Physique—Eddie Labonte Personality—Andy Small Cutest—Ernie Maroschak DREAM GIRL Marilyn McVittie Jeanette Blanchette Ruth McKettrick (figure) Pat Parozanin Mary Jewell 9G Congratulations to the boys for winning the inter-form pennant for the track meet. Ray Garvey was the captain of the team. The basketball team, ably captained by Ray, de¬ feated 9A, 9B, and 9E. Tom Robertson, John Semperger. Glen Dean. Bob Bozin, Jack Thompson. Jim Churchill made a stalwart team. Congratulations are extended to Gloria Chadwick, Jo-Ann Chapman and Diana Bessette who were successful in win¬ ning the Senior Red Cross Badge and pin for swimming. Gloria has also won the bronze medal. Wishing to do the right thing, Mr. Whetstone stopped his Pontiac and approached the farmer whose rooster he had just hit. Mr. Whetstone, Pardon me, I killed your rooster, and I ' m willing to replace him.” Farmer: Hm-m-m—let ' s hear you crow.” CAN YOU IMAGINE Glen Dean losing weight ? Tom Robertson not taking Peggy ' s purse ? Billie Renaud as tall as Jack ? Ray Garvey not talking to Rosalie? Fran Williams not turning around ? Richard Ladouceur not teasing Margaret Getty? Diana Bessette never asking if she looked okay ? TEN YEARS FROM NOW David Ait ken—Swabbing decks. Leonard Bowyer—Lighthouse keeper. John Semperger—Champion wrestler. Bernie Martin—Member of foreign legion. Larry Meloche—Directing traffic. Ronald Willis—Painting pictures of girls. Jeff Ireland—Setting up pins. CAN ' T YOU HEAR THEM SAYING: Peggy Smith— I’ll not tell.” Gloria Chadwick—“I did not. Fran Williams— Now what did I do?” That’s an odd pair of socks you are wearing to-day. Philip. One is red and the other green. Philip Bieber: Odd nothing, I’ve got another pair at home just like them. N is for noise—at which we excel, I is for interest which rings the bell, N is for nagging—we need none of that, E is for everyone—the tall and the fat, G is the gang in the room all our own. Where we all like to gather to work and to groan. “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 CRASH LANDING Continued from Page 22 ahead, their hands clenching the arms of their chairs with white knuckles, their faces pale. Meanwhile, George Blake had made some rapid decisions. To try to land with some of his wheels down, and others not down, would be suicide. However, if all the wheels were up, he might be able to bring the plane down in a successful belly landing.” He pressed a button beside the first one. The little red light went off as the wheels withdrew into the plane. After ex¬ plaining his intentions to the airport, and to his passengers, he took his Comet out for the final run. The searchlights flicked off to avoid dazzling the pilot’s eyes, and the tension tightened. Out of the darkness came the great white crippled plane, its jets shrieking. Slowly it sank towards the runway. To Blake and Porter the field seemed to be leaping up at them. Blake’s fingers were slippery with perspiration. It beaded his pale forehead as he edged his huge machine down to the runway. As they approached it, both he and Porter braced themselves. With a grinding, tearing roar, the plane slid half way across the field, its belly torn to shreds, its passengers deafened and pulled violently forward, with only their seat-belts to protect them from death. As it ground to a halt, ambulances and fire-engines screamed towards it. Inside, Blake pulled himself together, felt his bruises, and turned to Porter with a wan grin, “Well, we did it.” Porter grinned back, and held out his hand. ASSEMBLY HIGHLIGHTS Continued from Page 25 Horatius Under Miss Weller’s direction, 11A presented a play “How Horatio Held the Bridge”. Dressed in a toga, Charlene Eve narrated the poem, written, on a scroll. Diminutive Barbara Gerow bravely killed gallant Neil Wfghtman and Bill Easby. Marjorie Dubs and Janice Giles slew Jim Leishman and Wallace Mills. This amusing play ended with Barbara swimming back across the Tiber to Rome. Panel Discussion After Marjorie Mitchell returned from the United Nations in New York, a panel discussion took place with Jack Wayne as chairman. Members of the panel were Dawn Campbell, Gail Parker, Howard Aitkenhead, and Jean Holdsworth. Carol Patterson and Stuart Klein reported on the United Nation’s Day ceremony held on the Ambassador Bridge. White Cane Week In the White Can Week Assembly, Mr. Whetstone, presi¬ dent of the Windsor Lions Club, introduced Mr. W. S. Clarke, who with the assistance of Gary Tucker, illustrated how to aid the Blind. All of our assemblies contributed greatly to our happy times at Forster, and for this reason we hope that they will continue to be as successful in the future as they have been in 1955-56. Page Sixty-Seven LEAVE IT TO A WOMAN Continued from Page 23 hours, and only this morning, Mrs. Jarvis from next door brought over a fresh cherry pie. She seemed like a friendly natural woman and a good neighbour. Perhaps when they were a little more settled, she and Joe could invite the Jarvis’ over for bridge. She had not met Mr. Jarvis yet, but judging from his wife, they seemed like a happy middle- aged couple. While on his way to work yesterday, Joe had chatted with Mr. Jarvis, though, and had liked him at once. As a matter of fact, he had given Joe two extra tickets to the big hockey game. They were for this very night, but unfortunately, Joe had been called into work at the last minute, on the night shift, and so Dorothy was left at home to iron. Dorothy sighed somewhat regretfully. What a pity that they were not able to go after all. Well, there would be other games. As she ironed, she began to feel slightly nervous again. There was something about this night that seemed to make her apprehensive. Of course, she was being very foolish; she certainly did not deserve her reputation for being the Rock of Gibraltar” of the Masco family, right now. Perhaps it was the news Joe had learned from the Davis family across the street that was making her feel so “jumpy.” Apparently several homes in the neighbourhood had been robbed in the past few weeks, and there were rumours that the thief must be someone well-acquainted with the district. At this recol¬ lection, the black shadows outside seemed very menacing to Dorothy, and she instinctively began to draw the blinds to keep out the sombre night. Now secure in her cozy kitchen, Dorothy began to relax as she flicked the dial of the iron to cotton” in readiness for the sheets. Then it happened! While Dorothy stood, frozen with fright, the lock on the milk-box turned slowly, its click” echoing noisily in the silent room. Just as slowly, a hand reached through the now open box and twisted around to turn the catch of the back door. For an instant Dorothy was paralyzed, her eyes glued to that hand, long and ghastly white, the waxy skin stretched tightly like cellophane across the bony knuckles. Then her rea son returned, as she saw that she must stop him before he succeeded in unfastening the catch on the back door. He must not get in! She glanced at the hot iron, still tightly clenched in her hand. Without a minute’s hesitation, she sprinted to the milk-box, and set her weapon firmly on the thief’s outstretched hand. There was a sudden scream of pain as he snatched his badly burned hand from the box, and raced off into the night. With the danger over, Dorothy sank exhausted into a chair, and shivers began to run through her body. She could not stay here alone until Joe came home. If only there was someone with her for company until Joe came in. she might be able to stand the waiting but whom did she know well enough in this city to ask over ? Of course, she had almost forgotten! Little Mrs. Jarvis next door would be happy to do that for her. Even as she leafed through the telephone book, Dorothy began to feel better. Soon Mrs. Jarvis would be over, and Joe would be home. Her apprehension grew, as the bell rang in the Jarvis home. Then, Hello, hello! Oh, Mrs. Jarvis, thank goodness! I have just had a terrible fright and I was wondering if you could come over and, and—What’s that you say, Mrs. Jarvis? You can’t come? Your, your husband has just come up from fixing the furnace and he burned himself? Wh-where. Mrs. Jarvis, where? On, on his hand,—the back of his hand you say?” Page Sixty-Eight “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1956 -1 Compliments of t VANITY THEATRE j t i ■ - = i Compliments of IMPERIAL BANK OF CANADA Sandwich Branch F. J. Dorschell. Mgr. 3200 SANDWICH W. PHONE CL 4-1129 Compliments of COOK’S BAKERY 2133 Wyandotte St. West 1662 Ottawa Street WINDSOR Phone CL 2-0543 Phone CL 3-4179 TAM O’SHANT ER CLOTHES FOR MEN Visit our Ladies ' Department 2531 WYANDOTTE ST. 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