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

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FORM II. B Back — R. F. Carrigan, C. M. Campbell, M. Downie, V. Clarke, R. H. Curtis Middle— J. M. Campbell, J. C. Dunn, A. C. Dewar, F. Edwards, R. E. Campbell, M. L. Cryderman, F. E. Cooper Front — A. M. Bvcraft, G. K. Dempster, J. Currie, V. Davison, M. E. Cryderman, L. E. Drouillard, M. A. Dwy — 25 —

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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

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Biographies— Continued MILDRED BOOTH A violet by a mossy stone, Half hidden from the eye, — Fair as a star, when only one Is shining in the sky. Our heroine has lived in Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, Colorada, Saskatchewan and Ontario. She played Forward with athletic distinction for Wallaceburg High School. She is fond of sports, travel and Devil ' s Food and is looking forward to the day when she shall ride her bucking bronco over the prairie trails to her little red school. ROSSI E BROADFOOT A student sweet and scholarly, Quite unassuming, too, A brilliant future we forsee For one so good and true. Rossie comes from Hensall. She received her elementary education at a rural school in that vicinity and later attended Continuation School at Exeter and Collegiate at Seaforth. We know that Rossie ' s bright sunny disposition will go a long way, in making her teaching profession a real success. JEAN BROWN She follows knowledge like a sinking star beyond the ut- most bounds of human thought. Jean, being a resident of W ' alkerville, received her primary education in the W ' alkerville public school. She successfully attended Windsor Collegiate, taking an active part in athletics. She was a member of the basketball team and winner of a medal for Field-day Sports. She is now making a creditable showing at London Normal School. VERA BROWN Happy as the day is long. She lives on a farm near Belmont where she received her early education. All her examinations were passed with honors. Always happy and ready to lend a helping hand. SARAH BRUCE A fair girl of eighteen Fresh glittering with graces of mind and of mien, Her speech was all music; like moonlight she shone. After we heard Sarah sing, and watched her beautiful dancing we knew why she is so proud of her Highland ancestry. Her career here was characterized by the same modesty, conscientious- ness and gentle grace that made her loved at Dutton, where she was born and received her education. FLORENCE ISABELLE BUCKE If thou but pierce her reserve, a goodly companion thou findest. Florence attended public school in Yarmouth Township, Elgin County. She attended the Collegiate Institute in St. Thomas and obtained her Normal Entrance with honors in 1920 and Honor Matriculation in 1921. Then came to us able and willing to carry on the work in the Normal School. MAROARET BUNN You must wake and call me early. Margaret ' s favorite expression, after a night of ease or trying to work. From Leamington H. S. she graduated in 1921. Throughout the whole year Margaret has always shown herself a great sup- porter in all school work and a faithful friend to those who knew her. KATHLEEN BURNS Blessed with a merry heart that laughs at care. Kathleen Burns attended public school at Guilds, Ont., where she was born. She later be- — 26 — came one of Ridgetown High School ' s best artists and basketball players. During the last year she has been a diligent student at L. N. S., and enjoyed it all except her five weeks in the country. ANNA BVCRAFT Her merry, cheerful, modest face Aye, won her friends in every place. Anne ' s home town is Coldstream, from here she set out in quest of knowledge, following that W ' ill-of-the-wisp to Strathroy Collegiate, later to London Normal. She is clever, we all know that. She not only led her class in Strathroy but won distinction in teaching honor lessons at Simcoe Model. ALMA E. CAMPBELL Her sweet manner, her gracious way, Make her a good companion throughout the day. Alma, a resident of the town of Blenheim, received her education there. Being successful she decided to join the class of ' 23 at the L. N. S. where she now is making rapid progress and her skill as a teacher is being proved through her work at the model schools. CAROLINE CAMPBELL All that is great and good is done Just by patient trying. Caroline who is a graduate of Mt. Brydges Continuation School has made rapid progress since entering Normal. In professional work in the model schools. Although small in stature, she so overflows with energy that the pupils can ' t think of mischief. Her Musical accomplishments are such that Miss Campbell was chosen as a member of the Glee Club.