Grace General Hospital - Our Days of Grace Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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Sonia Siarchuk — Yorkton, Saskatchewan. “You ain’t heard nothin’ yet folks.” Jolson. Busy! Busy! That’s our Sonia. If not in the sewing room then “apple-pieing” beds. Always popular for her food from home. Can hold up her end of any argument especially defending Saskatchewan. Future plans—Back to Saskatchewan or north to Thompson. Doreen Thorpe Kenora, Ontario. “I had a pleasant time with my mind for it is happy.” L. M. Alcott One of our very busy members of the Residence Committee and Glee Club. Among the first of 6 IB to receive a diamond. This blue-eyed blonde also proved her worth as a patient. Often found trying to arrange days off to go home. Future plans—St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kenora. Georgina Tomms — Brandon, Manitoba. “After the coffee, things ain’t so bad.” Knibbs Our lively redhead with the ambitious sense of humour. Banking pays pretty good dividends eh, Jean? When not going home or to her friends, Jean is often “out”. Future plans—among other things— a tour of California. Phyllis Tohms — St. Vital, Manitoba. “Time is a sandpile we run our fingers in.” Carl Sandburg Punctuality is a must for this tall, curly-haired gal. Phyllis’s motto—“Early to bed, early to rise— Early enough to crochet before going on duty. Well known for her CH’itis and her housemaid’s knee. Always found sleeping, studying, or at home. Future plans—work at Grace or possibly the Arctic will beckon. 31

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Marjorie Ronald — Swan River, Manitoba. “A fair exterior is a silent recommendation.” Maxim Another Ronald to come through the rigours of training. Her skills in fashions and sewing make her wardrobe our envy. Marg’s pleasant smile and gentle manner make her the friend she it. Usually seen on second floor eating doughnuts. Some people never learn! Future plans—nursing at the West Coast. Captain Hendrika Schipper —Medicine Hat, Alberta. “The short period of life is long enough for living well and honourably.” Ibid. Our gal with the ready answer. Sparkling blue eyes with an infectious smile, but not as quiet as she appears. Future plans—Hopes for a future in the mission field. Good luck, Skip. Jane Scotchmer — Fort Garry, Manitoba. “Look to the essence of a thing, whether it be a point of doctrine, of practice, or of interpreta¬ tion.” Antonius Jane is a quiet, friendly girl who is a loyal and true pal to all. She is another of our girls who along with her roommate, came back from Christmas holidays with a sparkler. Her ambition, determina¬ tion, and willingness will help her succeed any¬ where. Future plans—Children’s Hospital. Joan Stanley — Brandon, Ma nitoba. “Silence is the most perfect expression of scorn.” Shaw A true brunette with beautiful brown eyes. Appears quiet and serious on the outside, but out¬ ward appearances can be deceiving. Well known for her hairdressing abilities. Future plans — touring California with Jean. 30

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Joan Trevenen — Winnipeg, Manitoba. “Patience is the best remedy for every trouble.” Rudens President of our recreational activities. Instigator and initiator of between class nonsense. One of the more fortunate ones situated close to home. Always cheerful. Future plans—Touring California—with an eye for Italian recipes. Joyce Vust — Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. “Virtue is the performance of pleasant actions.” James Stevens Our hard working Year Book editor. Affection¬ ately called “crotchet”, she is noted for her beautiful crocheting and embroidering. Besides keeping us all in stitches, she can cook—onion soup in a jam pail. Would like to own a “Vustwagon”. Future plans—nursing in Portage. Leona Zacharias — Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. “It is easier not to speak a ' word at all than to speak more words than we should.” Kempis Leona joined our ranks as an ex-assistant lab technician. A conscientious worker, she is often found on second doing her beautiful embroidery work which is the envy of everyone. Leona loves to travel and visit friends. Future plans—work close to home. Carole Irvine —Winnipeg, Manitoba. Although illness has separated you from our ranks, we have not forgotten your friendliness to all, classmates and patients alike. We hope you will soon return to finish those last few months. Elizabeth Scott — Winnipeg, Man. Always remembered for her happy smile, pleasing ways, and friendliness to one and all. We wish Betty the best of luck in future endeavours. 32