Halifax Grammar School - Grammarian Yearbook (Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada)

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JOHN O ' CONNOR Wild Fantasies Racing Through My Brain. What fantasies these were, was the question that was always in our minds when John entered the room. Shortly after, however, John made his thoughts known to us in vibrant and true-to-life tones. His versatility as a comedian made both class and extra- curricular events that much more enjoyable. As one of the driving forces behind the U4 slide presentation, John demonstrated his knowledge of many facets of drama and technique, which he has developed in his past experience. An expert in the art of argument, he was never silent when the opportunity was presented (and sometimes even when the opportunity wasn ' t presented). This virtue sometimes caused violent controversy but most times sparked heated discussion. In his brief stay at H.G.S., John has made an impression that will be remembered by U4 and the entire Upper School for a long time to come. MICHEL POIRIER Oh God! Oh Montreal! — Samuel Butler Imported from Montreal, Michel has proven a welcome addition to the class with his great sense of humour, and his assistance to those who take French. He is also an asset to the hockey team with his great checking, as well as to the soccer team with his agile manoeuvres. Because of his forceful personality and his eagerness to learn, Michel has no problems communicating his ideas to the rest of the class. Next year Michel plans to stay in Halifax and attend Dalhousie University. MICHAEL GORDON QUIGLEY Life is too short to waste in critic peep or cynic bark . mind thine own aim — Emerson Up! Though full-time students may doubt it, Mike has put in hard work in his final year. Three afternoons a week he was to be found mesmerized by tapes in the Dalhousie Language Lab., pursuing a French course at the University. Mike has also attended four courses at the school, in which he has maintained a high academic standard. In his off hours Mike spends his time mediating disputes between his two affectionate but rambunctious dogs. When this activity fails to clear from his mind such problems as his position on the varsity Physics Team, Mike heads for the ski slopes or, in warmer weather, for the yacht club. We are sure that Michael will keep his fellow college students in as good spirits next year as he has kept us this year. 7

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CHRISTINE JANNASCH She in beauty, education, blood, Holds hand with any princess of the world. King John Act II Sc. I L. 493 Being 50 percent of the female population of the graduating class has its advantages, as well as disadvantages, and one of these must surely be being serenaded with a rousing rendition of Take the ribbon from her hair . In spite of occasional lapses into knitting and embroidery, Christine holds a position on the varsity physics team. Besides being academically minded, Christine is proficient at sports, playing basketball for the school team. Christine plans a career in nursing, but is unsure of where she will be next year, possibly at the University of British Columbia or Alberta. We wish her the best of luck in the success she will undoubtedly achieve in this field. HOCK GEE LIM I profess not talking : only this, let each man do his best. In just two short years at our school, Gee has progressed incredibly. Gee ' s English is more comprehensible, his physics is accurate (to two places), his friends appreciate his oriental wit, and his sporting feats are numerous. Always armed with a hearty laugh and ready to hum a little. Gee waltzed through many a Calculus class with ease. Gee was usually at the school dances, the Y, or studying at home, always equipped with cold-fighting devices. His shining black head of hair was seen each morning as he walked to school. Then he could be found as an illustrious back-bencher in physics and chemistry. To end the day. Gee always battled for Shannon in some extra curricular activity. Next year ol ' jokin ' Gee will be at Dalhousie, and we are sure Gee will surge forth with vigor into the new world. ROBERT FRANCIS PETER MERCHANT Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship. — Benjahiin Franklin. Although the youngest member of our graduating class, Pete has definitely left his mark on the school. As treasurer of our Student Council this year, he helped to organize many student affairs financially and otherwise. He is an avid skier, and on many a Friday afternoon we see him heading towards the beckoning slopes of Sugarloaf or Wentworth. Pete has been a member of the Nova Scotia Ski Team during the last two years. At the same time he has found the inclination to become President of the Metro High School Chess League. A longtime student of H.G.S., having attended classes here for eleven years, his future plans point towards either Queen ' s University or Halifax ' s Dalhousie. 6

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KAREN RICE Be to her virtues very kind, Be to her faults a little blind. Let all her ways be unconfin ' d; And clap your padlock — on her mind. Karen came to us late in the year, but, because of her winning personality, she has made up for lost time. She is an avid Ayn Rand supporter, with her opinions being voiced during the many heated arguments in History class. She is also a great hockey fan, attending a great many of the Voyageur games, where she can be seen doing her assignments between periods. When Karen graduates, she plans to go to either Acadia or Dalhousie, where she will major in Science. ERIC SIMPSON The best things in life are the SIMplest. One needs hardly to look hard for Eric as he is always on the playing fields or quibbling with John Longley over sports statistics. Last year ' s best athlete has now taken on a great deal of responsibility as he is now captain of Unicorn, of the school ' s basketball team, and is the head of the school ' s new Advisory Council. Even with all these pressures, Eric enjoys the controversial subjects and manages to get top ratings in them. This grompulating wonder encounters many strange situations such as cleaning commercial refuse bins or climbing mountains in Greenland. His familiar clods will roam Dalhousie next year, but the impressions left on the school will remain. ALAN TIBBETTS Can You Imagine? Known foi lis famous line as well as his brisk jaunts down thirty flights at Fenwick Towers, Alan is also a famous artist. A formerly unknown talent as a singer, he has appeared this year and Alan often flaunts his skill in trigonometry class, much to the amusement of the students. Occasionally known as Tibsy, Alan provides an appreciative audience for the class clowns with his ever ready laughter. Next year Alan will be attending Dalhousie University to start his career in art. No doubt his imagination will make him a sure success in this field. Best of luck! 8