London Normal School - Spectrum Yearbook (London, Ontario Canada)

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FORM I. B. Back Row — M. Roddick., A. Nichol, C. Smith, E. O ' Hara, G. Wilson, M. Walker Middle — D. McIver, E. Thompson, M. McYean, M. McFaddin, F. Taylor, E. Wardell, G. Thornicroft Front — E. Lucas, M. Zilliax, A. Sylvester, V. Thomas, B. Nephew, L. Niblock, A. Shipley

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Biographies — Continued BESSIE A. FACEY. So unaffected, so composed a mind; So firm, so strong, yet so refined. It was a place named Hanover she blew trom — a land of ice and snow. Bessie received her High School education at Waterdown and her First at Woodstock. She has a merry disposition which wins her lasting friends and is enthusiastic, sincere and of high ideals. BEATRICE E. FLEMING. She has wit, and song, and sense, Sport and mirth and eloquence. Bee hails from Chatham, but the greatest woman has had obstacles to overcome. It was in this city that she obtained her first knowledge of the three R ' s and later graduated from the Collegiate Institute. Friends she will never lack for nature has endowed her with a peerless gift- — a cheerful disposition. HELEN HAMILTON. Fain would I beguile the tedious day with sleep. Helen was born in Watford, of honest and patient parents who are still honest but more patient. Ihr musical gift as an accompanist she brought to I.. X. S. Being an only child, she has directed her own course towards Normal, where her merry ways have won her many friends. LOTTIE HAMMOND. I can in fancy see her smile — it is contagious. Lottie went to public school in Atwood, and high school in I.istowel where she excelled in Latin, French, basketball and other delightful things. Her weakness is an Hawaiian guitar. Unavoid- able assets, a sweet smile and the unfortunate ability to do things well. ELIZABETH HOTSON. She taketh most delight in music. Elizabeth came into our midst after having successfully attended Parkhill H. S., taking her Upper School Examination at Hamilton C. I. Throughout her school life much of her attention was given to music, her training in which was received at Hamilton Conservatory. We are confident of her success along both pedagogical and musical lines. SARAH EVELYN HOW DEN. My endeavours Have ever come too short ot my desire Yet filled with my abilities. Sade comes from Watford where she received her education. She was so unfortunate as to have medals pinned on for her standing in examinations and for general proficiency. Is it for this you gain those meagre looks And sacrifice your dinner to your books? As a result of this eagerness for knowledge, and from various experiences, she has gained an unlimited vocabulary which only her friends may hear. MARGARET A. JACKSON. Her eyes as stars of twilight fair; Like twilight ' s too, her dusky hair. Among the great number of students who hailed from the Woodstock Collegiate is Margaret. While attending school there she did excellent work, often coming head of her form and winning honor- in the Lower School examination. She is a lovable sort of girl winning friends by her good nature and pleasant smile. JEAN M. E. JAQUES On life ' s long mile there was nothing worth while, But the good we did by the way. Jean received her secondary school education at — 12 — Woodstock Collegiate Institute. She was espe- cially proficient in Mathematics, always obtaining honors in the examinations in these subjects. She is known among her friends as one who is always ready to lend a helping hand. HELEN E. JARDINE That good things are done up in small parcels — Helen was born near Camlachie, December 1st, 1902. She received her early education there, and graduated from the Forest High School in 1922. There she distinguished herself by remaining one of the star pupils, until she obtained her Upper School examination. She has now entered London Normal, where she convinces all her friends. MARY ELIZABETH KEATING ' Twas how you talked and looked at things That made us like you so. Seaforth was where this Brown-Eyed Betty first saw daylight. Even at that early date her winning smile and merry eyes had their effect. Nor were they less important in the Separate School and Collegiate, where she acquitted herself credit- ably. London Normal School was indeed fortunate when Betty decided to train there to teach Canada ' s young. Our parting wish — a most successful career as a school-marm. RUBY KIL PATRICK Small is our subject. But not so our praise. Ruby came to us from the Goderich Collegiate Institute. During her course there she distinguished herself by winning two local scholarships, and finally the First Carter Scholarship for Huron. She was also an active member of the Literary Society, serving as president during her last year in Goderich.

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Biographies — Continued NELLIE CECILIA KINNELL A neater, sweeter maiden. Nell, graduated fron Watford High School last year. At that institution she excelled in getting by without doing Latin homework. She is proud of the fact that her writing once took first prize at the school fair. Since coming to London Normal School she has been in great demand, owing to her musical ability. Criticisms indicate a future in primary work. EULALIE MAUDE LOGAN Inclined to work, but not to worry. Eu. displayed her talents and to good effect in the Watford public and High Schools before com- ing to London. Throughout her school career she has obtained many awards for efficiency. But for all the acquired wisdom she has retained her sunny disposition. We know she ' ll be popular with her pupils. ELLEN V. LUCAS She is a friend, indeed With all a friend ' s best virtues shining bright It is no broken reed You lean on when you trust her in her might. Ellen made her first appearance in this wide world near Watford. At Watford High School she took an active part in athletics. The profound interest she had in her work was shown by her success on the Junior Matriculation Examination, at which she obtained honors. Her success as a teacher is quite evident. MARGARET McFADDIN It is better to wear out than to rust out Margaret finished her High School education in Stratford. We learned early in the year of her ability and willingness to work — whether in social or business affairs. Her capability as a leader became known through her work as secretary of the second term of our Literary Society. I ' est wishes for continued success follow her! MAUD F. McVEAN A daughter of the gods, Divinely tall and most divinely fair. Dresden was put on the map when Maud opened her blue eyes there. Her history centres around Dresden Continuation School, Chatham Collegiate and Havergal College. In sports — her specialties are basketball, skating and tennis. Her ready smile, her quick wit, and willing help has won her many a friend. IZETTA MAE MERNER When I have anything to say, I say it. Zeke first saw light at Zurich. In Bayfield she was introduced to the A, B, C ' s. Her success at the Clinton Collegiate is shown by a medal for Composition, Honors on her Matriculation Certificate, and her activity in the social life of the school. Her perseverance points to good results in the little red school-house. ELIZABETH G. MURDIE The things are few she would not do, In friendship ' s name. London Normal claims few from Bruce, but she may well be proud of Bessie, who gradu- ated from the Lucknow Public School with the M. A. Halliday Medal. Throughout her secondary education in Lucknow and Wingham she has been quite as successful, and in all things pedagogical, she has won deserved laurels. May luck love ye, Mavourneen. BERTHA NEPHEW. The friend ot truth, in soul sincere, In action faithful, in honour clear. Bertha received her elementary and secondary education in Kincardine, ard graduated with Hying colors, obtaining the First Carter Scholarship for Bruce County. Her success did not cease with this, but has continued throughout her Normal year, and will continue, we feel assured, in her chosen work. LILLIAN NIBLOCK. For she is wise, if we can judge of her And true she is, as she has proved herself. Lillian was born near Parkhill, and received her secondary education at Parkhill High School, where she showed her exceptional ability in Latin. She is now about to enter the teaching profession, and we wish her all success in this work. ALMA NICHOL. More than tame and more than money is the comment kind and sunny, And the hearty warm approval of a triend, For it gives to life a savour, and it makes you stronger, braver, And it gives you heart and spirit to the end What a faithful friend is Alma. Born in Arkona, educated in Strathroy Collegiate, she came to London Normal in September, 1922. Her school- mates will not seen forget her sparkling brown eyes and sunny smile. EVANGELINE O ' HARA. Of few words and many thoughts. Evangeline has had varied school experience — ■ Parkhill High; Ursuline College, Chatham; Guelph Collegiate; and finally, London Normal School. To London Normal School she brought with her con- siderable skill in mathematics, and a sweet, shy Irish smile. The former won her favorable recog- nition from Mr. Prendergast; the latter from her class mates. Evangeline ' s acquaintance is worth cult b ating. — 14 —