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

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CHRISTOPHER TROY DOLOMONT Teach me to see another ' s woe, to hide the fault I see; that mercy I do others show, that mercy show to me. -Alexander Pope Troy is one of only two students completing their twelfth year at the Grammar School. That is quite an accomplishment. Troy is of the silent type and, over the years, he has almost never had the finger pointed at him for any wrongdoing. The last few years have been the most interesting, as we have watched Troy transform into a trendsetter with his amazing wardrobe and fixed hair. He is active in many intramural and school sports teams, and also has great interest in computers and in chess. Always attentive and imaginative, Troy has something valuable to add to every class, and is certainly one of the easiest people to get along with in the school. He will be remembered for his cheerful nature and sense of humour. Troy plans to attend Dalhousie University, with the intention of eventually becoming a dentist or pharmacist. Good luck, Troy! CARMEN ELIZABETH MacINNIS Education is what you have left over after you have forgotten everything you have learned. -Anonymous Carmen came to H.G.S. in Grade Eight as a quiet little pink person. Since then, she has distinguished herself as one of the only ones in the class who even remotely understands math. She has been an active member of the volleyball and basketball teams, where she tends to argue a lot with a certain gym teacher. We ' ve also found her sailing through the garbage in the Arm, or searching the dumpster for her tenth retainer - and it ' s always nice to hear her quiet voice SCREECHING through the halls. Anyway, no matter what you do in the future, Carm, good luck! We love ya! HOLLY ANN McCURDY Life moves pretty fast. If you don ' t stop and look around once in a while ... you might miss it. -Ferris Bueller When Holly came to the class in Grade Eight, we had little idea that she would be- come the REBEL she is now. From the beginning of Grade Ten, with her miniskirts and unbelievably large feet, we could find Holly at the pool attending her Bronze Cross course, babysitting or at her recorder lesson. In Grade Eleven, she was a member of the Killer Chickens Association, which involved cruising for guys down Spring Garden Road. This year, Holly is active on both the Senior Girls ' Volleyball and Basketball teams; she also takes part in a jazz class. As well, her achievements both in art and academics are worthy of note. During the summers, Holly spends most of her time in Chester, teaching sailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, and playing tennis. We ' re going to miss her peeling tans, pick-up lines, jovial laughter and great sense of humour! Good luck in college, Holls-balls - it ' s been a slice!

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SHEVA CHRISTINE CARR There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so. -HAMLET, Act II, Scene II No one really knows Sheva except for Sheva. We hear that she ' s an actress and has proven her talent by gaining early acceptance into a prestigious American acting school. She is known at H.G.S. for her fiery red hair and devilish ways, which give her the name of ' Satan. ' She is on our debating team, and has founded the Students ' Activity Committee. We also think that she dances every day, and sings a lot. Oh yeah - she writes a lot too, and we know that when she DOES finish her history essays, they are the best. Writing, philosophy, acting - whatever you do, Satan, break a leg! PHILIP DAVID COLLIER Some things are better left unsaid. -Anonymous This was Phil ' s first year in Halifax and at the Grammar School, and he adjusted himself well to both. He contributed his skills to several of the school ' s sports teams. Phil plans to attend a commerce program at a local university, and perhaps to hold a position on the varsity hockey team there. His long-term goal - to own a Porsche! , ALEXANDRA FULLER DAVIS Who said maturity comes with age? -Anonymous Al came to the Grammar-School, in Grade One, stayed just long enough to break Troy ' s arm, went to St. Francis for Grade Two, and returned to H.G.S. in Grade Six. Al has always been an energetic member of our class, especially athletically. She has been an active member of the Senior Girls ' Basketball and Volleyball teams, and, in Upper Six, even played on the Senior Boys ' Soccer team. She also swam for eleven years fpr, the Halifax Trojans. Al is often seen wearing her moccasins and pick-up shades; going out to lunch in Kirk , her car; drinking Diet Coke; eating salads from Sobeys; and picking up guys with crew cuts and black jeans. She has also been known to practise her cow mating calls during math classes. (By the way, who is Big Tuna, anyway?) We know that Al will be success- ful in whatever she chooses to do. Have fun, Al, and good luck - we ' ll all miss ya! Oh Al ... have you seen any chickens recently?

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MATTHEW FINNBAR O ' HALLORAN The first thing to do in life is to do with purpose what one proposes to do. -Pablo Casals Since coming to the school in Grade Five, Matthew has been a leader in every aspect of school life. He has been on virtually every sports team - running, soccer, volleyball, basketball, rugby. These efforts were finally recognized when he received the Senior Male Athlete Award in Grade Eleven. As well, Matthew has been on the Student Council for all six of his years in the Upper School, having held the positions of Caass Representative, Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President and President. Perhaps most importantly, Hedge (as Eric calls him), or Squeek (as Mr. Montgomery called him) has always maintained an outstanding academic average. Matthew will succeed in whatever he does. We wish this good and loyal friend the best of luck. MATTHEW PHILIP OLAND I drink alone. -George Thorogood Matthew has been an active contributor to every class that he has attended since coming to H.G.S., which was longer ago, we ' re sure, than we would care to admit. He is always willing to put in his two cents ' worth on subjects ranging from a despicable rogue like Count Rumford to events of the season at Neptune Theatre. His admirable dedication to weightlifting has helped him become a school leader in sports such as basketball, rugby and soccer. After Matthew ' s graduation, the contributions of the entire Oland family will be greatly missed at the Grammar School. Best wishes for happiness and prosperity, Matt baby. ROBERT PLOWMAN That is what education means - to be able to do what you ' ve never done before ... -George Herbert Palmer and never want to do again. -Robert Plowman Ever since Rob came to our school in Grade Eight, we have been amazed by his achievements in History and English. Rob has enlivened our class with his witty and precise arguments, and has impressed us with his ability to get the job done. He has not only made honours every year, but has also contributed significantly to the school debating team, the Student Council and the Drama Club. Rob will also be remembered for his artistic shorthand note-taking and his seventy-five-page short stories. His success, however, will not be limited to his years at the Halifax Grammar School. He is bound to do well in whatever he chooses to do in the future. At present, he is planning to study law at Dalhousie. Although Rob will not need luck to do well, we would like him to have our best wishes anyway.