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

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Page Eighteen “THE SPARTALOGUE” — 1959 EXCERPTS FROM MISS AGNES IRELAND ' S COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS - 1958- 1959 My advice to you is concerned with things of the mind, and of the spirit; and I suppose if I wanted to label the advice I would call it Quality over Quantity. It would never do to despise size or quantity—we must respect, or at least acknowledge it as a reality. But quantity or bigness is useless in the long run unless it is permeated and dominated by quality. I sometimes fear that this truth may be forgotten today when we have so greatly enlarged and perfected mechanical things, when we live more comfortably and pleasantly, and when we travel almost with the speed of lightning—all because of modern inventions. What is the advantage of our living more comfortably or of our being able to travel about the world with unparalleled speed, if we have no serious purpose behind our living and behind our journeys? We are creating gigantic machines and instruments—for what? I hope our goal is to better the life and happiness of all men. I ask the graduates not to fall into the error of wor¬ shipping, and boasting about, and gloating over, quantity and magnitude and mass. Canada, like many other countries, prides herself on being a democracy in which every one of us has, in the last resort, some share in the government of our country. Democracy is the best method of government which the human brain has so far devised —but it is the most difficult method of government, since a good democracy requires its citizens to have a high level of education, intelligence, public spirit, and unselfishness. Democracy, therefore, can endure only if quantity is trans¬ formed into quality. We want not only numbers or big¬ ness or a mass, but we want informed numbers, responsible bigness, an intelligent mass and an unselfish majority. EXCERPTS FROM DIANNE CAMPBELL ' S VALEDICTORY ADDRE SS Reminiscing, Dianne Campbell stated in her valedictory address, One of our teachers once commented that we could scarcely be called a good class, but we were interesting. Although in the past, all too often, we failed to show our appreciation, we were then, and are now, deeply grateful for all their efforts on our behalf. The benefits which were recounted in Dianne ' s address show there was every reason to be grateful. The academic education for which admission was sought five years pre¬ viously was finally received. Many intangible benefits were obtained from a well-balanced programme of sports, and cultural and social activities. Sympathetic teachers, interested in the daily welfare of their pupils, exerted a personal influence on all those whom they taught. Perhaps even more important than the benefits obtained was the fact that enough maturity was reached during the five years to enable senior students to laugh at themselve s, their mistakes, and their shortcomings. It was also learned there is a reward for effort, and only genuine effort pro¬ duces a genuine reward. In conclusion, Dianne philosophized, The itching sen¬ sation, which we call ambition, may only be inflammation of the wishbone, but we believe it is more. We face the future with heads held high, proud to carry with us the fine tradition which we inherit as graduates of Forster Collegiate.

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“THE SPARTALOGUE — 1959 Page Seventeen COMMENCEMENT 1958 On November 14th, 1958, Forster Collegiate once again welcomed home its graduates. It was an inspiring night as the graduates of 1958 as well as other worthy Forster students were honoured for their outstanding efforts over the past year. Following a processional and singing of the school song. Rev. A. Eikenaar, Minister of Tabernacle Baptist Church, read the invocation. Our Principal, Mr. T. P. Steadman welcomed those in attendance, and then called upon Mr. D. Gray to give a few words of greeting from the Windsor Board of Education. Beginning the evening ' s programme was the presentation of academic pins to all students who had achieved high scholastic standing during the past year. Mr. Silcox and Mrs. Langmaid made the presentations to the following students: 13A—Dianne Campbell; 13C—Jean Aitkenhead; 12C—Elliott Ouellette; 1 2A—John Blacklock, Ann Grant, Carol Talbot, Marylou Richards, Carolyn Dietzel; 12B— Judy Prier; 11A—Mary Holden, Christine Boyd, Marilyn Green, Marie Pitlick, Judy Hickson, John McKenzie; 11C— Dorothy Garrod; 1OA—Jim Silcox, Audrey Bell; 10B— John Mitchell; 10C1—Marlene Robert; 10C2—Margaret Ferber; 1 OD—Leisha Nazarewich, Katherine LePage; 1OE— Betty Matthews, Marven Oxley, Karen Slote,- 9B—Peter Westlake; 9C—Dwight Yellowage; 9D—Madeline Boyce; 9E—Susan Dougall; 9F—Roland Herbst; 9G—Robert Warren, Diana Bellringer; 9H—Katherine Tritjak; 9J— Brian Griffiths, and Sandra Tobin. The Ser vice Pins were then presented by Miss D. Scarfone and Mr. D. Mallender. They had the pleasant task of rewarding those students who had freely given their time and energy to promote Forster ' s extra-curricular activities. Jerome Delaurier and John Blacklock received their pins for their much appreciated contributions in the field of drama. John ' s pin was also presented in recog¬ nition of his assistance to the Spartalogue acting as assistant editor. Diane Bowen, Elaine Dockeray and Dorothea Churchill each received a pin for their services on the library staff. Ann Elgar received a pin for musical con¬ tributions as the pianist for the Glee Club; Trevor Wright and Adam Bosnyak for expert Cadet leadership; Kenneth Patterson for serving in the band; Neil Wightman and David Robinson for their faithful and dependable service during assemblies; Robert Allan for his spirited participation in the Forster Forum; Marjorie Dubs and Janet Kidd both received service pins for their energetic participation in the role of cheerleaders, while Richard Riseborough and Stan Fraser received their pins for management of the football and basketball teams respectively. Pins were also awarded to Ann Grant for her work as editor of the Spartalogue, and to Marion Patrick for her services as advertising editor. The presentation of Public Speaking awards was ably handled by Mrs. A. Sparling and Miss L. Mitchell. One of the highlights of the evening occurred when Dianne Campbell and Karen Carter were presented with W.S.S.A. medals for winning the senior and junior girls division respectively. In addition to winning both their school and city contests, both girls were presented with shields for winning in their respective divisions in the W.O.S.S.A. contests. A special cup was also presented to Dianne for her public speaking achievements. Dianne ' s name was the last to be placed on the cup; consequently, it will be retained by the school. Miss Mitchell presented the Malcolm Fursey Shield to Dianne Campbell and John Blacklock for their contributions to Public Speaking in the school. Karen Carter and Jim Silcox both received prizes for winning in the junior divisions. At this point in the programme. The Girls ' Choir under the fine direction of Mr. M. MacDonald provided a musical interlude. Three selections were rendered: Dona Nobis Pacem , Where E ' er You Walk , and Serenade . Miss V. Philpot gave a brief story of the background of the principal speaker of the evening, and then graciously introduced Miss Agnes Ireland, First Secretary at the Canadian Embassy, Washington, D.C., who had formerly been a student of this school. In her address to the 1 958 graduating class. Miss Ireland stressed that quality must always be placed over quantity. In their lives ahead, the students must try to become an aristocracy amongst their fellow men. They must seek to become the best in whatever field of endeavour they may choose. The presentation of Graduation Diplomas was made by Mr. D. Skoyles and Mr. A. R. Heaton. The school happily welcomed back Miss H. Gurney, a former Forster teacher, to aid in the presentations. A total of fifty-four students received their diplomas. Mrs. P. Haeberlin, Mr. G. Gessell and Mr. L. Whittaker, a former member of the Windsor Board of Education, presented Graduation Diplomas to twenty-one graduates of the Commercial Course. Before the presentation of Honour Graduation Diplomas, Mr. C. R. MacLeod, Assistant Director of Education, told the students that they must continue to work hard, and strive toward their goals. Aiding him in presenting the honours, were Miss M. E. McIntosh, and Mr. W. J. Ellis. In all, twenty students received their well-earned diplomas. Proof that the students had striven toward excellence, and had indeed earned their diplomas was found in the fact that a total of over 4,200 dollars was presented in scholarships and bursaries to worthy students. Present a¬ tions were made by Miss M. Weller and representatives of the donors. Mr. H. M. Brown, vice-principal of the school, assisted by Mrs. A. Liddell, bestowed Forster ' s greatest award, the honour pin. It was given to Nora Jean Boyd, Dianne Campbell, James Leishman, Margaret Sparling and Margaret White, in recognition of their invaluable leadership in all phases of high school life. An excellent valedictory address was then presented by Dianne Campbell. After reminiscing a little, Dianne ex¬ pressed her appreciation of all the efforts that the teachers had put forth on behalf of the students. She hoped that some day the graduates would merit the kind words that had been said about them. To conclude the evening, refreshments were served in the cafeteria where a reunion was held for graduates and their friends and relatives. —Jim Silcox.

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THE SPARTALOGUE — 1959 Page Nineteen y r h 9 i i 3 1958 GRADUATES Pat Adams—Teacher ' s College Bob Allan—Teacher ' s College Nora Jean Boyd—University of Western Ontario Jerry Brumpton—Ontario Agricultural College Dianne Campbell—Queen ' s University Lloyd Cochrane—Apprenticeship-Accountant Gordon Cosgrave—Assumption University Loretta Decarie—Pre-Medical—University of Western Ontario Jerome Delaurier—Chiropractic College Marjorie Dubs—Nursing—Chicago Ozzie Dubs—Assumption University Bill Easby—Bank of Nova Scotia Doug Ferguson—Teacher ' s College Joan Houston—West Elgin High School Wayne Hutchinson—Canadian Navy Janet Kidd—Bank of Montreal Bill Kovinski—Business College Jim Leishman—Assumption University Doug Long—Assumption University Margaret MacDonald—Teacher ' s College Wallace Mills—Teacher ' s College David Moore—Western Ontario Institute of Technology David Robinson—Teacher ' s College Ann Rutherford—London Victoria Hospital—Nursing Barbara Skeggs—Teacher ' s College David Snyder—Assumption University Margaret Sparling—Convalescing Margaret White—Queen ' s University Neil Wightman—Teacher ' s College 12C 13C Jean Aitkenhead—Teaching Judy Ambrose—Elcombe Engineering Company Marilyn Bate—Hiram Walker ' s Adam Bosnyak—Teaching in Brantford Judy Carter—Secretary—A. H. Boulton Kathy Clark—Windsor Credit Bureau Bill Cullen—Canadian Pacific Telegraph Edith Dobell—Secretary in lawyer ' s office Deneece Dudley—Board of Education Dorothy Erdeg—Board of Education Barbara Grey—Hiram Walker ' s Gail Griffin—Tucker Electric Gloria Huber—Appel Bros. Paula Jeannotte—Westinghouse Pat Lauzon—Toronto-Dominion Bank Elliott Ouellette—Burroughs Ken Patterson—Unemployed June Pickering—Marsh ' s Frozen Foods Jim Renaud—Provincial Bank Bruce Stubbington—Toronto—works for time-efficiency expert Elizabeth Tarr—Secretary at Capitol Theatre—married Roderick Toop—Painter for father —Irene Marshall, 1 2C. UNITED NATIONS TRIP Last October, I was fortunate enough to be chosen for the annual trip to the United Nations in New York. Now I can look back and pick out the features of this wonderful trip that will be of lasting value to me. I learned why New York is one of the world ' s great cities. From the time we landed at LaGuardia Airport late Saturday night until we left three days later, we were continually amazed by the size and variety of New York. Our activities included wandering through Greenwich Village and Chinatown, climbing the Statue of Liberty, and seeing a Broadway play. At all times we were impressed with the warmth and friendliness of the people we met. For example, there was the college student who accidentally joined our party and spent a whole evening guiding us about the city. If all we had done was tour New York, the trip would still have been worthwhile. The main purpose of our trip was to visit the United Nations and to observe some of its operations. Inter¬ national affairs had always seemed remote, but when we entered the beautiful buildings, world problems came to life. We visited a special committee that was discussing the vital question of world disarmament. It was enlighten¬ ing to hear arguments presented by both Western and Communist delegates. Another committee that attracted our attention was dis¬ cussing the racial problem in the Union of South Africa. Such problems involving human rights are considered especially important by the members of the United Nations. We also visited UNICEF, the United Nations International Children ' s Emergency Fund. This is a permanent agency of the United Nations with its own staff and suite of offices. It is concerned with the welfare of children throughout the world. We left the United Nations with the feeling that there are many difficult problems in the world but that this organization was our best chance of solving them. I will always be grateful to the Windsor Board of Education for sponsoring this trip. I only wish that every student in the school could have this privilege. —John Blacklock, 13A.