Gordon Bell High School - Purple and Gold Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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GORDON BELL HIGH SCHOOL EDITORIAL N its second year of high school status, Gordon Bell has followed the precedent of fine achievement and good sportsmanship established in the past. Since the school became a senior institution, the staff and student councils have endeavored to make education at Gordon Bell more than a hum¬ drum routine of studies. By providing a variety of extra-curriculum activities, they have at¬ tempted to cultivate an interest in sport, music, and drama which may be continued and enjoyed long after school days have ended. Last year, with this end in view, there was established the tradition of taking part in every possible activity, and accepting both wins and losses with good spirit, remembering that “Our greatest glory consists not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” This year we had not only to continue that tradi¬ tion, but to equal, and, if possible, excel the achieve¬ ments of our initial year. In athletics, our teams all put forth fine efforts. They were particularly successful in speed skating, hockey, and soccer. In the Musical Festival, the Mixed Chorus won the trophy for its class, while the other choirs and the orchestra did exceptional¬ ly well. Our dramatic productions met with splendid success, “Milestones” being acclaimed the finest play we have yet presented. Throughout the year, the ad¬ dresses of prominent guest speakers proved of real interest, and were much appreciated. In presenting this record of the year’s activities, we wish to provide not only a fitting souvenir for the graduates, but also a worthwhile incentive to future classes— “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.

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GORDON Student Council INDEX Literary ... Girls’ Sports . Inter-Room Winners Boys’ Sports . Drama Music Social . Room Notes . Domestic Science . The Graduates . Humour 8 16 20 21 29 31 35 36 56 57 58

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GORDON BELL HIGH SCHOOL G !.. EDITORIAL NOTES j j | URING the past year the name of our school has been honored on several occasions by students, who, due to their initiative and industry, have distinguished themselves in varied fields. It would be impossible, there¬ fore, to pass by the activities of these enterprising students without special recognition. Last autumn, the student body of the school was privileged to have Sir Ashley Cooper, Governor of the Hudson’s Bay Company, address them. As a result of his visit, the Hudson’s Bay Company sponsored an essay com¬ petition, open to all Gordon Bell students. This contest was entered into with much enthusiasm, and many excellent entries were submitted. The judges finally selected the essay of Jack MacDonell, a Grade X student, as the best. We congratulate Jack on his successful effort. Musical talent is abundant in Gordon Bell. Joyce Cassidy and Ruth Gordon, both prominent members of the school orchestra, proved them¬ selves musicians of merit in the Musical Festival competitions. Joyce re¬ ceived the highest marks ' in the two pianoforte classes which she entered; while Ruth was awarded exceptionally high marks for her ’cello playing. Ellen Deayton was also successful in the Festival. Her contralto solo, “The Trees of England,” received much praise from the adjudicators. Climaxing these achievements, the Junior Vocal Ensemble, comprised of sixteen girls, gained first place with their two pieces, “O Lovely Peace,” by Handel, and “By Dimpled Brook,” by Dunhill, receiving ninety-two and ninety-four, respectively. These girls are to be commended for their excellent work in upholding the name of Gordon Bell in musical circles. Beatrice Frederick and Ray Nicholson are also worthy of mention. These two students won first and second prizes in the poster competition, which was held in conjunction with the Musical Festival this year. This is a decidedly worthwhile distinction for the school when one considers the fact that all Winnipeg high school students were eligible to compete in this contest. In athletics, Norah Hanley and Fred Woods played conspicuous roles. Norah, who has an enviable record among local swimming authorities, broke three previous records, and also won the Manitoba Championships for the four-hundred and forty yards, and one-mile races. Fred Woods’ natural ability, combined with experience and training, enabled him to make a brilliant showing in speed skating events during the past season. He now holds several championships, the most outstanding of which is the world’s record for the three-quarter mile. In conclusion, we wish to thank those who contributed their time and