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

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FORM II. A. Back — M. A. Booth, E. Alexander, D. Alexander, S. Bruce, R. Broadfoot, M. Annett, M. Baldwin, I. M. Bai Middle — G. M. Atkinson, B. Bainard, M. Bunn, E. N. Barron, V. H. Brown, M. B. Barons, J. Brown Front — K. Burns, I. Anderson, F. I. Bucke, A. Bissonnette, E. B. Adrian, C. Bezaire, E. M. Annett

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Biographies--6W z W FRED. W. MINKLER A head to conceive, a tongue to persuade and a hand to execute. Fred, was educated at Woodstock Collegiate, where he was known as a bright student, an orator of marked ability, and president of the Literary Society. At Normal, Minklerhas been active in all student organizations, and has held high positions on the editorial staff, the athletic and literary executives. JOHN NAGLE The man of sound discretion will not tail, To bide his time and hold the floor alone. Born and received his elementary education at Dublin. Took his upper school course in Stratford. Came to the London Normal School in 1 1 2 2 . During his year, although not a participant in athletics, his chief delight was argument. Along this line John was very enthusiastic. LAWRENCE W. NEWTON Piping a favorite ditty, free from care He loves them all a little. The prosperous and beautiful town of Strathroy claims the honor of the birthplace and home of Newt. He attended the well-known Strathroy Collegiate Institute, and during his school years he was the favorite amongst his class mates as well as among those of the fairer sex. Let ' s go! OSCAR H. NICKEL Mark you this man We shall hear ot him again. I Iscar graduated from the Listowel High School in 1922, having secured Honor Matriculation. He is one of that delightful type which combines dignity with humor, and outward soberness with a ready willingness to join in making merry. By these qualities he has won the wav to the hearts of his many friends. JAMES PERDUE He ' s little but he ' s wise, He ' s a terror for his size, And he doesn ' t advertize — Does yer James r Jimmie first graced the world with his presence near Wingham. He attended YVingham High where he proved himself popular and a capable student. Seeking wider fields he came to L. N. S. Here his popularity and efficiency were recognized and he became president of the Lit. for the second term. Oood luck, Jim! ROBERT H. RIPLEY If thou doest but pierce his reserve A goodly fellow thou findest. Bob Ripley, after spending two years in West Lome Continuation School, entered Dutton High. Four years later he graduated, coming to London Normal School. Here he has proved his sterling worth in his quiet, earnest manner. Here ' s hoping the future holds much in store for him. BOYD TAYLOR Plays well the game and knows the limit And still gets all the fun there ' s in it. Boyd received his academic training at Blyth Continuation School, and graduated from Goderich C. I. in 1922, winning the second Carter Scholarship of Huron County. During his career at London Normal he has displayed sterling qualities of friend- ship; which may his Iriends enjoy in future. JOSEPH L. WILLIS A man of parts. Joe. is a thoroughbred Londoner, receiving his secondary education at Technical and Collegiate Institutes, where he was a favorite with the ladies. At Normal he represented Form I Yon the Literary Executive, and has taken a prominent part in sports. He was convenor of the Yell Committee, and as snap risked his life in several tough skirmishes against L. S. C. I. rugby squad. EYA ADRIAN The sweetest lines are those to Duty wed. No member of this class was more conscientious about studying assignments, writing lesson plans, and doing her work from day to day. Yery faith- fully she carried and marked our late slip. Her records in the public school at Muirkirk and in Rodney High School must be very creditable. DORA ALEXANDER Much loved much honored, much respected friend, With honest pride she scorns each selfish end. Dora attended the Melbourne Continuation School where she obtained her Normal entrance in 1922. She was a lover of basketball and played on the school team while there. She is now attending London Normal where she expects to reach the goal so long looked forward to. EDNA ALEXANDER Bad at times, but good in nature A true friend you always find her. Edna was born at Staples, Ontario. She received her primary education there, and her High School education at Woodstock. Having graduated from there, she came to London Normal Sc hool where she is characterized by her cheerful smile and hard work. Good luck, Edna! ISABELLE ANDERSON Her honest, cheerful, smiling face Have won her friends in every place. Isabelle was born in Oil Springs, Ontario. Here she lived and obtained her entire education, graduat- ing from the Continuation School in 1922. During her school career she has been a faithful literary worker. — 22 —

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Biographies— Continued EDNA ANNETTE, Kie upon this quiet lite I want work. For three years she faithfully performed the many duties of the daily routine at the Oil Springs Continuation School. During her third year she lent her valuable services as pianist of the Literary Society. Our Edna revelled in studying ancient Greek myths and unravelling deep mysteries in English literature. MABELLE ANNETT Success isn ' t made in a day. Mabelle Annett was born near the village of Watford, where she received her early education. Desirous of becoming a teacher, she , on obtaining her Middle School standing, entered the London Normal School as a student for the term 1922-2,?. Here she is showing good progress both as a student and as a teacher. GLADYS ATKINSON Nothing is impossible to diligence and skill. Gladys received her secondary education at Merlin C ontinuation where she was a keen partici- pant in play as well as work. She graduated with honors in 1922 and came to Normal to continue the good work. ISLA BAILEY The fairest garden in her looks, And in her mind the wisest books. Isla was a brilliant pupil of the Forest High School. After spending a year at home she decided to become a teacher. Since attending London Normal she has kept up her good reputation. She is a girl who studies diligently but is always ready for a bit of fun. BLANCH BAINARD Her eyes as stars of twilight fair; Like twilight ' s, too, her dusky hair; Blanche was born in Lambeth. Here she attended public school. She received her high school education at the London Collegiate, where she took active part in the school sports. In 1922 she graduated and is now one of those hopeful Normal Students. Her sunny nature and disposition makes her a favorite among her class- mates. MARION BALDWIN Let this describe the undescribable. Fingal Continuation School has the honor of having Marion as a graduate. She graduated in 1922, and entered the London Normal School. Here she has worked diligently and we are sure she will receive her reward in the form ot a certificate in June. MILDRED BARONS In Belmont is a maiden richly left. Like Portia, Mildred Barons is very eloquent, from Belmont Continuation School she brought several medals, including one for oratory. She won one of our Literary Society debates and another one in Stratford. In the Model Schools she was known as the Smiling Teacher and her lesson plans were a delight to the eye. ELIZABETH N. BARRON Success consists not so much in sitting up nights as being awake in the day time. Born in Washington, but a studious citizen of Canada since 1910. Graduated from The Pines Chatham, kept house for two years and read ever since she can remember. She was known at Normal for her questions, debates, lost articles, real interest in Literature and acquired interest in psychology. BETH BARTON To see her is to love her For Nature made her what she is And never made anither. Where did Beth come from did you say? Of course, Seaforth. Why? To pluck the apples of the knowledge tree. At public school, Collegiate and Normal Beth ' s activities have embraced everything worth while. Her kindly manner, and the mind that shines in her sparkling een have won her many friends who wish her bon voyage in her chosen profession. EDNA BE ATT IE Who can say more Than this rich praise, that you alone are you. Springfield Public School and Strathroy Collegiate Institute fitted Edna for Normal in 1922. Of a happy disposition ready wit, and charming person- ality we predict for her a large measure of success in her chosen profession. CLAIRE BEZAIRE In her tongue is the law ot kindness She eateth not the bread of idleness. Born at Amherstburg, 1904, Claire attended public school there until entrance. For three years she was a diligent pupil at St. Mary ' s Academy, Windsor. Since September, 1922 she has been attending London Normal School, never swerving from the path of study. AMELIA BISSONNETTE Born at Ruscomb, 1904. Received her primary education at the public school of her locality. Graduated from St. Mary ' s Academy, Windsor, in 1922. She has been attending the L. N. S. and has distinguished herself for her constant endeavor, To strive, to seek, to find and not to yield. — 24