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

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FORM IV. A. Back — P. J. McCorqlodai.e, J. H. Perdie, W. C. Hildred, K. S. Koyle, M. S. Blanchard, C. W. McDonald, B. Taylor, L. Newton Middle — J. A. McBurney, F. W. Minkxer, M. Scobbie, W. J. Ankenman, A. M. Allendorf, W. Finlayson, D. Stafford Front — E. M. Kew, C. M. Dundas, H. M. Robertson, A. Luckham, E. Ferguson, D. Caverly, R. Barnby — 17 —

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Biographies — Continued MARIE ZILLIAX Aj;e cannot wither her, nor custom stale her infinite variety. Marie hails from Elmira, where she received her preparatory education. There she attended the continuation school lor three years, and obtained her Junior Matriculation. At kitchener Collegiate Institute she was granted her Upper School, and, thirsting for further knowledge, she proceeded to the L. X. S. Her vivid personality makes her a favorite among her fellow students. DONALP A. McIVER His honest, cheerful, modest face Has won him friends in ever place. Donald attended Ripley Continuation School until he secured his Junior Matriculation. He entered London Normal in ' 22 after obtaining his Upper School at Kincardine High School as well as a Car ter Scholarship. His interest in athletics and his willingness to work characterized his Scotch descent and made hi n a favorite among his school mates. GORDON THORNICROFT A man not given to words and strife, A man of sense. Cordon was born near Arkona, bin Melbourne Continuation School and Strathroy Collegiate claim the honor of moulding his intellect. Cordon possesses a keen sense of humor and a bit of real Irish wit, and consequently has always been very popular among his fellow students. MARCELLINE ALLENDORF Come what may I will be gay. Morn and educated in Stratford, Marcelline was an enthusiastic participant in all the various functions. Obtaining her A. T. C. M., she was always willing, to do her share in musical programs. Endowed with the qualities of a good leader, possessing a cheery smile and ready wit, may suc- cess and happiness be her companions throughout life. MARJORIE ARMSTRONG Keeps her counsel, doth her duty, Cleaves to friends and loveth beauty. Marjorie is a native of Tavistock. After learning all to be learned in the continuation school there, she journeyed to Stratford Collegiate each day for two years. By her unselfish disposition and eager- ness to help she has made many friends. In her quietly efficient way she will be an ideal pedagogical mistress. RUTH BARN 15 Y To know her more is to love her better. Ruth ' s delightful school-day wandering has left her fast friends at Lucan High School, Springfield Continuation School and Sarnia Collegiate In- stitute. A good, all-round studert, she excels alike in practice-teaching, tests, and sports. Hut the students of the L. N. S. love her most for her cheery gracious personality. BLANCHE HI. AIR Her hair is not more sunny than her smile. Blanche is a graduate of Woodstock Collegiate, where she distinguished herself, especially in Mathematics and Classics. Her artistic tempera- ment and reserved nature add dignity to her person, while her happy disposition makes her beloved by her many friends. DORIS CAVERLY It ' s the song ye sing and the smile ye wear. That ' s making the sun shine everywhere. Doris is a graduate of Aylmer High School, where she took an active part in every phase of school life. Being a careful and appreciative observer of nature, she readily distinguished herself in Biology. Her sunny smile and happy disposition make her a favorite among her many friends. HAZEL DAVIS Small in stature, but full of pep and ambition. Hazel, of W oodstock, received her earliest edu- cation at Bond ' s School, later attending the W. C. 1. Here Classics went hand in hand with sports and reading. Always looking for something to do, she came to the L. N. S., where, indeed, she finds aplenty. Hazel ' s conscientious work will always bring her success. (LARA DUNDASS Whom to know Was to revere. Clara Dundass received her early education at Dorchester. Later she wet to Woodstock Col- legiate, where she distinguished herself in Mathe- matics. At London Normal her friendly manner won for her many devoted friends. She is a girl likely to be successful in life, and loved by her pupils. GLADYS E. FACEV Always cheery, always bright, Is this roguish eyed, dainty sprite. Tavistock proudly claims this sunny-faced little girl, with her carefree, happy nature and generous disposition. Little of her can it claim, for her H. S. days passed merrily at Stratford, and still more merrily at Woodstock, where she obtained her First. How glad we are Stratford has not get her this year! — 16 —

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Biographies-- Continued ELSIE FERGUSON Sport went hand in hand with Science. Elsie Ferguson received her education at Clinton Collegiate Institute, where her work as a student ranked high. She enjoys her work as a teacher- in-training, and while substituting at the London South Collegiate, her third form pupils debated on the subject, Resolved that Normalites are better teachers than the regular ones. GERTRUDE FOWLER Always reliable, always kind, She makes a good true friend, you will find. Gert. received her education at the Clinton Collegiate Institute. While in the Collegiate she was a prominent figure in social and athletic centres. Her musical talent was a valuable asset, both at Collegiate and Normal. Her interest in her work as teacher-in-training promises a successsful career. M A RG A R ET G R I E VE With gentle yet prevailing force, Intent upon her destined course. Margaret completed her course at London Col- legiate in 1922, and her work there showed she was very industrious, and also always willing to help those who needed it. Those who had become Margaret ' s friends at Normal were very sorry when she had to leave, and we all hope that some time she may be able to finish her course. HELEN M. JACQUES A good sport and a true friend. Graduated from Woodstock Collegiate in ' 22, taking upper school teachers ' work. Completing this she entered Normal, and has proved a shining light in both sports and debating. Basketball and tennis has held her attention, while in tie- bating she has several times helped to lead the form to victory. EDITH KEW I ' ll leave thy praises unexpress ' d And all thy greatness to be guess ' d. Wingham is the birthplace of this sweet little maid of Form IV. Here her happy school life passed gaily by to a tune as merry as that of the old song School Days. The pupils of her school will always be in tune, and never need the harsh treatment prescribed by Normal masters, or the Old Woman of the Shoe. WINNIFRED KOURTZ A link of gold in the chain of life. Winnie first saw light in the little town of Wallacetown, where she grew up and received her primary education. On passing entrance she attended Dutton High School, to which she walked every day, a distance of three miles. Finally she found her way to London Normal as a first class student. We predict a shining future. AMY LUCKHAM And raven locks had she, And dark brown eyes. These qualities have helped win many friends for Amy since she first began to smile. After at- tending a rural school, she entered Forest High School, where she became an industrious student as well as a basketball enthusiast. She is now keeping up her good reputation at London Normal. HELEN MACLEAN A sunny disposition is the very soul of success. Helen ' s travels on the road to knowledge began in London ' s educational centres. Achieving great success, she glided through with flying colors. Desiring to gain a prominent position in the in- tellectual world, she joined her maiden sisters in the ranks of pedagogy. Her favorite pastime is tennis. Wieldest not that strip of leather with the dexterity thou wieldest thy racket. MILLIE McGEE Pack all your troubles in your old kit bag, And Smile, Smile, Smile. This was Millie ' s motto, and she surely carried it out. She always enjoyed a joke, especially if it was on the other fellow. While at Woodstock Collegiate she took an active part in all functions, being one of the leaders of the Home and School Club. Coming to L. N. S. in ' 23, she made a host of new friends, and was successful in all she undertook. MARIE MEADE A little learning scattered o ' er A frolic of a year and more Then presto change and you create A sober Normal graduate. Marie received her high school education at Woodstock, where she graduated in 1922. Although quiet, she made many friends who will remember her as the friend who was always ready to help them. This personality came with her to London and won for her a group of new friends who soon learned that Marie could play base ball along with her other accomplishments. HAZEL ROBERTSON With her bright smile and pleasing manner she is always welcome. Hazel graduated from the Aylmer High School. Then with a thirst for greater knowledge, and the desire to teach and instruct others, she attended London Normal, where she is spending a very successful year. Her pleasing personality has made her many friends. — 18 —