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

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1924 volume:

Educatioti is Training in the Art of hiving THE YEAR-BOOK OF CLASS 1923-24 Published by THE STUDENTS OF THE LONDON NORMAL SCHOOL By their fruits ye shall know them THE SCHOOL 2 A Parting Word Each separate life is fed From many a fountain-head: Tides that we never know Into our being flow, And rays of the remotest star Converge to make us what we are. THE staff of the London Normal School would like to feel that the school had an influence on the students of 1923-24, that the young teachers-in-training will leave its precincts better men and better women because of their association with and experience in it, that they have learned something during the past year that will help them even in a small measure to get away from the welter of our mutable world into a realm of assurance, that they have been strengthened in their determi- nation to keep their lives clean and untarnished. One has to live with himself and it is well that he find the company above suspicion. Life in the real sense of the word is just beginning tor the young people about to graduate. That it may present no obstacles that cannot be over- come bv cheerful preseverance is the wish of the staff. W. Prendergast, Principal. 4 London Normal School Staff, 1923-24 Wm. Prendergast, B.A., B. Paed. — Principal — Geography and Hygiene. A. Stevenson, B.A., B. Paed. — Master — Science of Education and Literature. E. T. White, B.A., I). Paed. — Master — Mathematics and Spelling. G. V. Hofferd, M.A., B. Paed. — Master — Science and Agriculture. T. E. Clarke, B.A., B. Paed. — Master — Nature Study and Composition. J. G. McEachren, B.A., B. Paed. — Master — Grammar and History. E. H. McKone, B.A. — Teacher — School Management and Primary Reading. S. Pickles — Instructor — Manual Training. Miss D. Emerv — Instructor — Art. Miss Everson — Instructor — Household Economics. C. E. Percy — Instructor — Music. Albert Slatter — Instructor — Physical Culture. J. W. Westervelt, Jr., — Instructor — Writing. C. J. Burns, B.A. — Instructor — Latin. N. R. Gray, B.A. — Instructor — French. Miss L. Gahan — Librarian. Miss Heffernan — Secretary. Model School Staff, 1923-24 London South Collegiate. Mr. T. S. Graham, M.A., Principal. Mr. J. F. Calvert, M.A. Mr. C. J. Burns, B.A. Mr. N. J. Ireland, B.A. Mr. R. H. Roberts, M.A. Dorchester Continuation School. Miss F. M. Smith. Miss C. E. McKinley. Simcoe Street School. Mr. W. Wallis, Principal. Mr. J. R. Littleproud. Mr. H. A. Secord. Miss Mabel Buckle. Miss Zella Fawkes. Miss Edna Lancaster. Miss Jean Hutton. Miss Coral McNaughton. Miss Martha Upshall. Miss Dora Rogers. Miss Jennie Walton. Miss Gretta Nichol. Tecumseh School. Mr. J. T. Parkinson, Principal. Mr. G. N. Edwards. Miss M. Fleming. Miss E. Ingamells. Miss G. Morris. Miss M. McEachern. Victoria School. Miss M. Skelton, B. A. (Cont. Class). Miss E. Wildern. Miss I. McLeish. Miss G. Keillor. Rural Schools. Mr. W. G. Rigney. Miss C. W. Evans. Miss A. Limon. Mr. W. Archer. Wortlev Road School. Mr. W. B. Wyatt, Principal. Mr. T. Willis. Miss E. A. Knott. Miss S. McKone. Mrs. P. Smith. Miss M. Howie. Miss D. Wardrope. Miss A. Hodges. Miss M. Justin. Top row, left to right — Mr. J. McEachren, B.A., B. Paed.; Mr. T. Clarke, B.A., B. Paed.; Mr. Slatter; Mr. McKone, B.A.; Mr. White, B.A., I). Paed. Middle row — Mr. S. Pickles; Mr. G. W. Hofferd, M.A., B. Paed.; Mr. W. Prendergast, B.A., B. Paed. {Principal)] Mr. A. Stevenson, B.A., B. Paed. Bottom row — Miss Heffernan, Miss Gahan, Miss Everson, Miss Emery. 6 MMTOKIAI. STAFF Top row, left to right — J. C. Webster, Editor-in-Chief; G. W. Hofferd, M. A., Consulting Editor; J. Lutton, Form 7, Biographer; J. S. Gemmell, Form. 1, Boys ' Athletics. Bottom row — V. Gregory, Form 5, Girls ' Athletics; M. Mitchell, Form 6, Biographer; L. Carter, Form 2, Jokes; K. Gilmore, Form 3, Literary Society; W. Kincade, Form 4, Poetry. 7 o L NE of the greatest traits ot civilization is no- bility. Since the stand- ards of our civilization must be measured by its ideal ot true nobility, I wish to define as briefly as possible some ot the attributes of true nobility. The highest eulogy which can be paid to anyone is to say that he is noble. No- bility is comprehensive ot all the virtues and all the graces. There is no word representing character and esteem which is so all embracing. For some words it seems almost impossible to secure an adequate definition. The feeling ot their meaning is deeper than any impression synonyms can con- vey. Such a word is nobility. If one were to attempt the substitution of any other word, such as goodness, benevolence, or justice, he would find that neither separately nor collectively do they fully express its meaning. It can only be stated by circumlocution and even then inadequatelv. Nobility engenders sympathy for others. The appeal which is made to a noble person is answered almost before it is presented, because his con- sciousness of the needs of others is so acute that the meaning is compre- hended intuitively. Nobility is the expression not of the intellect so much as of the soul, not merely of the mind, but of the heart. Nobility of feelings involves sympathy with all that is true and good; it raises the standard of our civilization by dissatisfaction with all that is low and degrading, while at the same time it is conscious of harmony with everything that tends to uplift our status of Christian civilization. Then there is also nobility ot character. The feeling has become habit and forms what is known among men as character. This attribute of nobility is often obtained by contact with the highest ideals to be found in our civilization. The truly noble character although acquainted with life in all its different phases, absorbs only that which is best and uses this for character building material. Character is the only permanent thing in life. True Nobility—; . Campbell Webstet Feelings pass; thoughts and imaginations pass; dreams pass; work remains. Only your character goes with you into eternity. We are told that not a sound has ever ceased to vibrate through space, that not a ripple has ever been lost in the ocean. Much more is it true, that not a sincere thought nor a pure resolve nor a loving act has ever gone in vain. They are all built into the solid struc- ture ot character that is eternal. The qualities which must be sought in order to secure true nobility are a lofty purpose, deep sympathies and absolute self-sacrifice. None is sufficient without the others. What then is the purpose which must enter into and constitute a noble life? This purpose must be both general and particular. It desires to make the best of society as a whole and the best of each individual mem- ber. It serves the whole society by serving units of which it is composed. Hence, nobility does not neglect doing good in what seems trivial and insignificant ways. Nothing is too small and nothing is too large for a noble soul to do. This is the truly fundamental method by which society can be benefited, as it is made up of so many interdependent units. True nobilitv is possible to all. One may be truly noble and recog- nized as such though destitute of learning, scholarship, office or rank. It matters little whether one be in public position or private station, in royal palace or in humble cottage, in professional lite or in daily manual labor, there is no place where he will not have opportunity for service. Wherever generosity, self-sacrifice, purity, truth and fidelity are found, there will be that which will tend to uplift the standards of our civilization — true nobility — as Lowell says: — Be Noble! and the nobleness that lies In other men sleeping but never dead Will rise in majesty to meet thine own. a Editorial THK YEAR BOOK. THE students realize the Normal School year is drawing to a close. They feel that some remembrance of the many pleasant thoughts which they have learned to associate with the Red and Gold should he carried away to live on memory ' s wall. As a result of this feeling the Year Book is being published. The editorial staff are doing their utmost to have each student as well as each organization in the school represented in picture and print. Our Year Book might well be termed a pictorial number. We would like to thank every member ot the school for their hearty co-operation in making this Year Book a success — as we hope it is. HEADINGS. We are greatly indebted to the St. Thomas Collegiate for the loan of the cuts which we have used as headings of the different departments. Thank you, S. T. C. I. THE ORCHESTRA. The Orchestra has been an interesting feature of our school year. Mr. Percy chose material which has developed into an A-l organization. Their presence at all school functions added greatly to their already widespread fame as musicians. CADET CLASS. Many men ot the school took advantage of the eight-week cadet instructors ' course held at the Armouries. Serg.-Mai. White instructed the students and taught them the fundamental principles of cadet drill. The majority of the class received Grade A diplomas, which should be of invaluable assistance in obtaining a school. VISITS. On May 30th, the students of L. N. S. journed to Guelph Agricultural College. Here they were treated to a lunch served by the girls of Macdonald Hall. The trip was both educational and recreational. Continued We are also looking forward to our visit to Niagra Falls after the final examinations. This famed place holds open its luring gates to enable us to investigate one source of our hydro-electric power. What a novel and interesting way to end our school year! We should not forget to mention another visit which, no doubt, pre- sented more humorous situations than either of the preceding ones may hope to do — that is the bird expedition to Saunders ' pond. Besides this, several of the forms paid a visit to the gas plant, Silver- woods and the Hydro-Electric building. These last educational tours were made possible by the kindness of Mr. Hofferd. We cannot, however, give him the credit of supplying us with the ice-cream that everyone enjoyed at Silverwoods, Limited. STAFF NOTES. The school, as a whole, regrest the loss of Miss Neville, whose absence was made necessary through illness. We were pleased to hear that she appreciated the flowers sent to her, and we all wish her a speedy recovery. Miss Everson, Domestic Science Instructor, of Stratford, has taken over Miss Neville ' s work for this term. APPRECIATION. Would this Year Book be complete without mentioning two of the most energetic persons of the Normal School, namely, Mrs. Reade and Mrs. Barnhardt? These two ladies have done much to lighten our burden while we attended here. The students ot 23-24 wish them every success. J. Campbell Webster. LITERARY EXECUTIVE, FIRST TERM THE second week ot the fall term marks the be- ginning of the Literary Society of this year. From the first, a spirit of interest anil enthusiasm characterized this feature of our school activities. Through this medium the talents ot the students were discovered and displayed. The competition between the Forms in taking charge ot the meetings produced splen- did results. During the year several noted men and women addressed the students. Professor Meras, ot Western University, lectured on Southern France ; Mr. Presgrave, of the Hall Acme Co., gave an address on The Silk Industry. Mr. Y. E. Saunders, a prominent London business man, spoke on Bird Music. Canadian I iterature was the subject upon which Mrs. D. C. McGregor, Marian Keith, spoke in a delightful manner. Dr. Kingston, ot Western University, gave a lecture on Eclipses, and Captain Willis, also ot London, interested us in a vivid talk on his experiences of the Great War. Among other special features of the Society meetings we mention those that featured a Mock Trial, an address on Mars by Dr. White, and an abridged reading of John Drinkwater ' s play, Abraham Lincoln, by Miss N ' eilson. Several debates prepared the school for the contests with Stratford. The Success of the Society has been greatly furthered by r the unstinted efforts of the members of the executive of both terms. Executive of the First Term. President — Mr. V. K. Croxford. Vice-President — Miss Adeline Thompson. Secretary — Miss Jean McKnight. Treasurer — Miss Mary Campbell. Representatives — Form I. — Mr. Bruce Shaw. Form II.— Miss Alta Bell. Form III. — Miss W. Kincade. Form I V. Miss H. Elnore. Form V.— Miss K. Margrett. Form VI. — Miss B. Marsh. Form VII. — Mr. Earl Lamont. Representatives of Athletic Society — Miss Jessie Boyes, Eric M. Wilson. Editor of Paper — J. C. Webster. Executive of the Second Term. President — Mr. J. Stanley Gemmel. Vice-President — Miss Mar- jorie Doherty. Secretary — Mr. Howard Brown. Treasurer — Mr. Howard Beattie. Representatives — Form I. — Mr. James Robinson. Form II.— Miss Tena B. Baldwin. Form III. — Miss Fern Gleeson. Form IV. — Miss Violet Gillespie. Form V. — Miss Velma Gregory. Form VI. — Miss Veronica Oullette. Form VII.— Mr. Ralph Martin. Editor of the Paper — Mr. J. Campbell Webster. President of First Term — Mr. Victor K. Croxford. Representatives of Athletic Societv — Miss Jessie Boyes, Eric M. Wilson. The Literary Society has proved a valuable asset of our school year, and we feel that in its functioning the real purpose of general culture and professional advancement has been carried out. Social Activities. Our present complex society demands an all-round development ot our powers. We strive to give to each side of our natures the necessary train- ing. In accordance with this development, the social nature must not be forgotten, and thus it is that social features play a worthy part in our school life. Soon after our arrival at the Normal School, an informal afternoon tea on the lawn afforded a delightful means of getting acquainted. The spirit of Hallowe ' en next called the student body together for an evening of amusement. Witches, ghosts, and other mysterious figures made their way to the scenes of festivity in the auditorium, where a programme appropriate to the occasion was enjoyed. Next came the judging of costumes, 1 1 The Literary Society — Continued and the merrymakers were led on an expedition through class-rooms and halls, following a rope to the cellar, where many weird forms and noises afforded thrills for the crowd. Games, promenades, and lunch were the concluding features of a happy evening. Following the Literary Society meeting at which Mrs. D. C. McGregor, Marian Keith, addressed the students, Form Four entertained the mem- bers of the staff and student body at an afternoon tea, served in the gym. During this social hour the students enjoyed the friendly intercourse with London ' s well-beloved writer. Our form parties, too, fulfilled a very necessary function in bringing our co-workers into closer relationships. Weiner roasts, skating and tobogganing, as well as parties in the gym., provided amusements for all. Twice during the year, the friendly games with Western University were the occasions of social intercourse with this neighboring educational institution. But best of all, comes the At Home. February fifteenth, the long- looked-for date, brought fine weather. Thorough preparation by the various committees in charge made the evening an unqualified success. The work of the decorating committee had transformed the school into a bower of beauty. Streamers of crimson and gold, shaded lights, and many other novel decorations were especially pleasing. The guests were welcomed by Mr. and Mrs. Prendergast, representing the staff; Misses Thompson and Doherty and Messrs. Croxford and Gemmel, representing the Literary Society. Part I. of the programme consisted of a concert in the auditorium, which was packed to overflowing. Members of the Stratford Normal were present, and brought us greetings from our sister school. The concert consisted of a dramatization, Mrs. Tree, by Miss Adams, and selections by the Glee Club. Following the programme, the promenades started, and for the remainder of the evening continued through the school. Delightful music was furnished by the orchestra, and during the promenades a dainty lunch was served in the gymnasium. The At Home will long be remembered as the most delightful event of the year at Normal. We have found in these social functions that have graced our course all that is desirable in pleasure, in education, in social comradeship. Let us now look forward to the Christmas reunion as a means of renewing friendships and of strengthening the ideals our Alma Mater has imparted to us. Debating and Oratory with Stratford. The fourteenth of March! What clearly-defined visions it recalls from the already dim and remote past to the minds of the London Normal School Class of nineteen hundred and twenty-four. On that date, in company with the athletic teams and a few loyal followers, our chosen disciples of Demos- thenes and Cicero swept proudly into the city of Stratford to measure their fluency and skill in friendly rivalry with the orators of the Stratford school. A warm welcome greeted them at the station, and the merry group trooped through the streets to the splendid building which houses the Stratford Normalites. Here they were the guests at a dainty banquet served amid decorations which blended the crimson and gold of the visitors with the colors of their hosts. Soon after the close of the lunch the centre of interest moved into the well-filled auditorium, where the feeling of good-fellowship was further reinforced by the singing of a few well-known songs. After an expectant hush, Dr. Silcox opened the evening ' s program with a few aptly chosen words. Then came the initial contest. With a steady flow of rhythmic eloquence scarcely excelled in its beauty by the poetry of the subject of the address, Miss Irene Stewart, in her quietly persuasive manner, carried her audience with her to an appreciation of the gentle character and indis- putable genius of the silver-penned, native Canadian poetess, Pauline Johnson. The Stratford aspirant to the honors followed with a well- worded discourse, but the judges were compelled to award the decision to Miss Stewart from the standpoints of superior oratory, greater platform experience, and a more happy choice of subject. The serious program of the evening was lightened by delightful musical numbers from various Stratford students, and a much-appreciated solo by our own Miss Margaret McCallum. Immediately after this brief lull Miss Mary Hosie and Mr. Bruce Shaw took the platform to contend that Women should receive wages equal to those of men for similar work. In a pointed and convincing address, Mr. Shaw opened the discussion and Miss Hosie, his colleague, supported him in an equally capable manner. They were, however, vigorously opposed by the representatives of the Stratford school in a masterly battle of words and wits. Indeed, for some time the result seemed so uncertain that one was reminded of the statue of the ancient Greeks which, because of her fickleness, represented Victory as a winged figure. The debate was brought to a crushing close by the concluding speech of Mr. Shaw; and the hall rang with applause when, soon after, the judges announced a second success for the eloquence of the London Normal School. 12 The Literary Society — Continued Principal Prendergast expressed his pleasure at being present, and in his charming manner counselled the students to play tor the sake of the game and to forget the prize. This is excellent advice to remember long after we leave the shadows of this school. Our friends of the sister school are accomplished hosts and game losers. On the sixteenth day of May they will return, doubtless full of determination Debating and Oratorv with Stratford — Continued. to duplicate the feat of London at Stratford. When they arrive, however, they will find the L. N. S. resolved to do its best to sustain the past enviable record. Miss Kathleen Gilmore will defend the laurels of the school in the field of oratory, and from what we know of her our hopes run high. The arguments ot the visiting debaters will be met, we hope successfully, bv Miss yv ynne Kincaide and Mr. Victor K. Croxford. Whatever ,Fate has in reserve, we are anticipating a gladsome struggle. DEBATERS AND ORATORS. LITERARY EXECUTIVE, SECOND TERM THIS IS SPRING King Winter ' s reign has passed away, His castles fall beneath the suns, Life is renewed that felt his sway; His hosts retreat! The victor comes! The sun in golden glory gleams, Wind driven shifting shadows sail. The fields are marked by furrowed seams. Afar there calls a lonely quail. The maples drip with nectar sweet; Above them wing the cawing crows. A dauntless cowslip at my feet Has pushed aside the winter snows. A robin pipes his song for ram, A swallow circles on the wing, And all the world is new again, And echoes answer — This is spring. W. V ES3 Vfr THE MARIGOLD ' S AWAKENING. The swamp is golden touched, this morn, The sleeping buds begin to wake. The sun this message clear hath borne ' Tis time your dreamings to forsake. The breeze retells the story old, And lightly touches the golden cheek, It whispers, laughing, Marigold, l is spring, and you were fast asleep! The thrasher from his maple tower Fills all the valley with his song, The tale he tells the yellow flower Is one he sings the whole spring long. And all things sing it: the killdeer, The willow and the warm, damp earth, W ake up, marigold, spring is here! No time for sleeping, just time for mirth. Erie Lloyd. (Form III.) SPRING SONG The winter is over, I ts sorrows are past, And summer, sweet summer, Is coming at last. New grass in the fields, New flowers in the woods — Ther e is balm in the breeze From all the new buds! And life once again 1 ts purpose renews, As the grass after rain, Or the cool fragrant dews. Old woes are forgotten, Old heart-aches anil fears; A new joy is begotten, A new hope for the years. For winter is over, Its sorrows are past, And summer, sweet summer, Has come in at last! A. Stevenson. 17 TO A RAINDROP Tiny, shimmering, crystal drop, Wilt not longer stay? Quickly as thou earnest, vet Faster still away. Wast thou from a silver lake, Set in Irish hills? Wast from bubbling brook, maybe, Little, laughing rills? Wast thou stol ' n from caravan? O wind! didst further seek, Softly brushed, an erstwhile tear From a baby ' s cheek? We, like strangers, that first day Knew not one the other, Pondered, it we ever should Better know each other. Now the year is nearly over, We, like raindrops still, Ask where now, ye gods of fortune? What is Heaven ' s great will ? Biographies ALMA ALDERSON 530 English Street, London. Always wears a smile That would almost heal a broken heart. Alma was quite a brilliant scholar at the London Central Collegiate Institute, where she won several scholarships. After graduating from Collegiate, she attended Western for a year, but could not resist the call of teaching, and has since shown the wisdom of her choice. We predict a brilliant future for Alma. KATHLEEN ARMSTRONG Tara, Ontario. She has wit and song and sense. Mirth and sport and eloquence. Tara, Seaforth and Chesley have all had a share in Kathleen ' s education. Beneath that demure, sweet countenance hides a roguish, fun-loving spirit. Lucky are the young hopefuls who will call her teacher. ISABEL I BAIN R. R. No. 3, Woodstock. Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. Isabel received her High School education in Woodstock. There she excelled in Science and sports. Since coming to Normal her motto has been that quoted above. At basketball she ' s a wonder. ELECTA BEAMER Strathroy, Ont. A little learning scattered o ' er. A frolic of a year or more. Then presto change and you create A sober Normal graduate. Electa hails from Strathroy, where she attended Public and Collegiate schools. During her brief sojourn there she won a number of prizes, among them the Efficiency, Short Story and Athletic Champ. So you see, she is a winner in more ways than one. EUNICE BEATTY 1389 Dundas Street, London. She has wit. and fun. and fire. Of her as a friend you never would tire. Eunice comes from Whitby, where the greater part of her school life was spent. Whitby ' s loss, however, was London ' s gain. Eunice, we found, was an all-around girl. Her ready wit and cheery personality won her many friends, while her work earned the respect of all. MARY M. BELL Seaforth, Ontario. Standing with reluctant feet Where the brook and river meet. In the little town of Seaforth. on a bright November morn, a little girl named Mary , many years ago, was born. She served her four-year sentence there at S. C. I., and on being granted a parole came to the L. N. S. Just one more. JEAN AND JESSIE BOYES R. R. No. 2, Springfield. ' Why, you are twins — how sweet! Yes, they are twins, Jean and Jessie, who hail from Aylmer Collegiate. Perhaps because they are twins they seem to have a double amount of brains, and each carried off a Carter Scholarship, while attending school in Aylmer. But the twins are not one-sided. They came to our basketball team from the one in Aylmer, and proved to be our strongest players. And are they religious! Didn ' t they both get 100 in the exam.? They are especially well-developed along social lines, for Jessie and Jean enjoy a good time above all things, and cer- tainly make plenty of friends wherever they go. MARY BROCK Thorndale. Ont. They say she ' s shy; she gives a side glance, then looks dow.i. Beware I Beware! Oh yes, she learned a great deal at St. Mary ' s Collegiate, and then at London Central. At London Normal she has won a host of friends and proved herself of no mean worth. Happy the pupils that come under her sphere as teacher. 18 A BETTY B ROW N i Becher St.. London. Her eyes arc brown as woodland streams. And very fair and lull of dreams. Betty Brown. A sweet name for a sweeter girl! A beam of sunshine dropped on Scotland and Betty laughed. Three years later she came to brighten Exeter. At London Central she shone as a bright and popular student. To brighten our paths she came to L. N. S. We all wish Sweet Betty Brown the best of luck. EDNA L. CAMPBELL K. R. No. 1, Dublin. For she is most wise in all ages Who knows how to be glad. Edna received her education at the Seaforth Collegiate Institute, graduating with full honor matriculation. She took a keen interest in athletics, and was an active member of the basketball team. Her cheery disposition won her a host of friends. RUTH DAHL Dutton, Ont. Broad in mind, tall in stature. Bad at times, but good in nature. Ruth attained her early education in Dutton She had a theory for every phenomena. In art she loved to add the final touches. In sports she seldom was excelled. When she was outwitted she would finish with Oh! I see dearie. LENORE K. DEMRAY Alymer, Ont. It ' s the things ye say and the smiles ye wear That ' s making sunshine everywhere. Lenore brought the following with her: Uni- versity standing, sense of humor, a catching smile, and an interesting personality. From all indications a first-class certificate will soon be added to this list, making her an A-l school-marm. MARJORIE K. DOHERTY . ' 57 James St., Stratford. MARGUERITE M. KUNTZ Exeter, Ont. A soul of fire. No dangers fright her. No labors tire. {CATHERINE ECKSRT Sebringville, Ont. To know her is to lov e her. [Catherine comes to us from Stratford Collegiate, where she proved herself a student of no mean ability. Her cheerful disposition and sunny smile has won for her a place in many hearts. WINTERED ELBORN l i Norman St., Stratford. Where she meets a stranger, there she leaves a friend. As no class of person demands this characteristic more than a Normal student, unless it be a teacher, Hon is certainly in luck. During the whole of the Normal course — as at Stratford Collegiate — she played a good defense game — defense of her work, her health, her person- ality as well as her unrivalled defense on the basket- ball floor. VIOLET FRANCIS KH) Oladstone Ave., St. Thomas. Some work of noble note may yet be done. At the St. Thomas Collegiate Violet was noted lor her studious habits and her steady attendance to duty. Gallons of midnight oil she burned, seek- ing knowledge. This earnest manner she brought to Normal. She will go far on the path of learning. ANNA M. HAUGH Brucefield, Ont. Her honest, cheerful, modest face Has won her friends in every place. Anna received her education at Seaforth Col- legiate Institute, where she took a prominent part in social and athletic activities. After obtaining the Honor Matric, she came to L. N. S. — a teacher- to-be. Her bright smile and hearty laugh made her a general favorite. It ' s the things ye say and the smiles ye wear That ' s making the sunshine everywhere. Marguerite came to us from Exeter, where she attended the Exeter High School. By her genial manner and scholarly ability she has won for herself a place of esteem among the staff as well as the students. Let us prophesy for her a sunny future in her chosen profession. GLADYS McPHEE Seaforth, Ont. Much loved, much honored, much respected friend With honest pride she scorns each selfish end. Gladys graduated in 1923 from the Seaforth Collegiate with her Honor Matriculation. She took an active part in athletics, and obtained the girls ' championship of that school. Throughout the year her bright and winsome character won her many friends. FLORENCE McPHERSON 72 Jacqueline St., London. And then she talks; ye gods how she talks! Florence came all the way from London Col- legiate, where she took an active interest in athletics. She was ever a brilliant student who had her share of pleasures betweentimes. We are sure she will be successful in her future vocation. MARGARET McWILLIAM Dutton, Ont. Our Peggy ' s a salad, for in her we see, Oil, vinegar, sugar and saltness agree. ' Twas first in the little red schoolhouse, then in the Dutton High, that our Peggy received her education. She ' s a bonnie Scotch lassie So pretty and gaie I ' ll be wanting her for mysel ' Some day. 19 FORM I. GIR1.S. Back Row — A. Sealey, K. Eckert, R. Dahl, W. Elborn, Jean Boyes, E. Campbell, M. Whaley, K. Mitton. Middle Row — G. McPhee, — Bell, F. McPherson, M. Brock, V. Francis, E. Witty, M. Armstrong, Jessie Boyes. Front Row — E. Beamer, L. Pierce, M. Kuntz, — Hugh, E. Bmwn, E. Beattie, A. Armstrong, M. McWilliams, I. Bain, M. Doherty. 20 KATHLEEN MITTON 389 Wortley Road, London. True of heart and of spirit gay. W ith a smiling fare and a glad heart came K from Lucan C. ( ., where she learned the grcal lesson: to study first and play after. Her merry disposition has won her many friends. Kathleen is an active member of the ( ' .lee Club. ALICE K. SKAI.KY Aylmer, Ontario. Stic smiles and then the sun comes out. Alice and her smile came to us from Aylmer High School. She had previously attended Chatham Collegiate. Her faithfulness to her work, her sunny disposition, and a sense of humor have won her many friends. LUELLA PIERCE Strathroy, Ont. Had at times, hut good in nature. A true friend you always find her. I.uella graduated with a First from the well- known Strathroy Collegiate. She ' s the reg ' lar red- haired girl, — straightforward, impulsive, warm- hearted. She works while she works, and plays while she plays. Trust her to make her pupils do likewise. HAZEL II ALLY Newton, ( mtario. Her hobby— Dogs? Ha el comes from Newton. Hit High School education was received at Listowel. Next to school work Hazel likes playing jokes in her quiel way. When an occasion demands a witty remark. Hazel is right there ' ' with it . J. R. HALL Kerwood, Ont . HOWARD R. BEATTIE Mount Brydges, Ont . His years are young Hut his experience old. Howard was educated al Melbourne and Strath- roy. He entered London Normal in 19!?3, making many staunch friends and becoming very popular. He held with distinction literary and athletic offices, and bids fair to become a most distinguished educationalist of our province. HOW ARD CRANSTON Lucan, ( hit . ' ' Harder to be understood than a piece of Egyptian antiquity or an Irish manuscript. Lucan again holds the honor of moulding another intellect. Howdy, a student of marked ability, has always taken an active part in all school activities, especially baseball — his favorite hobby. ;. W. CUSHNIE Mount Forest . Ont. Out of the North came he. ( ' .. Wells hails from Mount Forest, where he obtained his High School education. Besides his scholastic abilit p , he also possesses considerable musical talent, having done considerable orchestra work. If his teaching career is as successful as his musical career, he will be a valuable addition to I he profession. J. S. GEMMELL 130 Mill St., London. He ' s little hut he ' s wise, He ' s a terror for his size. See the year book lor Scotty ' s activities. EDWARD T. GALLAGHER R. R. No. • , Strathroy. Posolutely Mr. Gallagher, Ahsotivcly Mr. Sheene. The smiling C.allagher conies to us from Strathroy Collegiate, where he was always in demand. While at Normal Ed. has excelled in English and Science. We feel sure his cheery Irish disposition will make him a favorite among his pupils. STEPHEN A. HAZEN Yienna, Ont. II r and shame from no condition rise. Act well your part, there all the honor lies. Steve hails from Yienna. Here he received part of his Public and High School education, but completed his Upper School at Tillsonburg. Being a very honest worker and generally jubilant over his work, especially in Science of Ed. HOWARD fO R DAN Mitchell, Ont. Though of independent mind He ' s a man for a ' that. This son of Euclid developed his powers in the Mitchell Schools. Howard showed his ability in acting Secretary-Treasurer of Literary. We are sure the teaching profession will not hold him long ere he displays his talent in Higher Mathematics. F. KOURTZ Ridgetown. Out. Tall, slim and hungry-looking. Ernie hails from Ridgetown, where he was a general favorite, particularly with the ladies. He maintains that individual charm at Normal. Broad in mind, tall in stature, Bad at times, but good in nature. ANGUS MACKAY Whitechurch] ( )n1 . CLAYTON O. MARTIN Seaforth, Ont. You may live without friends, you may live without hooks. Hut civilized men cannot live without cooks. A graduate of Seaforth C. I., where his specialty- was Mathematics and Science. He took an active part in all the sports and social functions of the school and community, being a versatile musician. He belongs to the ranks of the Benedicts. 21 FORM I. BOYS. Mack Row— C. S. Seltzer, J. Robinson, S. Gemmell, F. Minkler, H. Cranston, J. Ball, R. Reevie, B. Shaw. Middle Row — H. Jordan, W. Cushnie, S. Hazen, E kourtz, G. Martin, C. Webster, K. Gallagher, G. Sillerv. Front Row — H. Young, P. Steadman, A. McKay, E. Wilson, H. Saul, II. Pearson, H. Beattie. CHARLES H. PEARSON Strathroy, Ont. How much more elder art thou than thy looks. Educated at Strathroy Collegiate Institute, he entered London Normal in 1923. At both places he formed many firm friendships and distinguished himself by his high standing, and will in time be- come one of the outstanding pedagogical masters in our fair dominion. RENE REAVIE Aylmer, Ont. A man not Riven to words or strife; A man of sense and sound principles. Rene obtained his high school education at Aylmer Collegiate. He taught school in Northern Ontario for seven years, where he gained much valuable experience. He enlisted in 191(1 and saw service overseas with the (5th Canadian Railway troops. A real good fellow. JAMES ROBINSON Muncey, Ont. Genteel in personage. Conduct and equipage. Noble in heritage. Generous and free. Graduate of Delaware Continuation School, also of Strathroy Collegiate. James is a reg ' lar feller in sports and in the social world. HOWARD SAUL Orangeville, Ont. He road much; he is a great observer; and He looks quite through the deeds of men. Howard passed his early years in the town of Mitchell, winning English scholarships, athletic championships, oratorical prizes, acting as editor for the M. H. S. paper, and reading the classics. It has been prophesied that e ' re long a professor ' s gown will grace his scholastic shoulders. CARL J. SELTZER Tavistock, Ont. We like him for his modesty, which serves but as a candle to his virtues. Tavistock regretted Seltzer ' s departure for Stratford; Stratford still misses his merry voice and helping hand. London will truly be an empty place when Carl is gone, for who could replace this cheerful comrade and helpful friend. D. B. SHAW 26 Wellington St., St. Thomas. Student, athlete, gentleman. Aye. every inch a man. This has been Bruce ' s record at the St. Thomas Collegiate as well as the Normal School. He has always been prominent, has had considerable experience as a sailor, and would be a real asset to any school. CAR NET L. SILLERV Seaforth, Ont. Many are called, but few get up. C.irnet L. Sillery, graduate of the Seaforth Collegiate, excelled in Science and Mathematics; a born athlete; his specialty, Radio Frequently. ( ' ■arnet has a very warm spot in his heart for the fair sex, and is a friend to all. T. PARK STEADMAN Petrolia, Ont. A man, he seems, of cheerful yesterdays. And confident to-morrows. Distinguished at the High School of his home town, Petrolia, for scholastic, oratorical and athletic- attainments. He was captain of our hockey team, and an active member on the basketball team. May his future be great as his past has been glorious. J. CAMPBELL WEBSTER 46 St. Anne ' s Place, St. Thomas. 1 would that my tongue could utter the thoughts that arise in me. During his collegiate career, as in the Normal School, Danny was always prominent. Doing more than his share for the student body, taking an active part in athletics, and dispensing humor of a real sort. He was the natural choice for the editor of this Year Book. ERIC M. WILSON Box 42.5, Coder ' ch. He loves music, sport and laughter, A sing-song first and ladies after. Mac was born and educated on the shore of Lake Huron. He ranked high in athletics and teaching ability during his sojourn with us. His knowledge of electricity is vast, and he is an ardent radio bug. Last, but not least, his musical inclinations are worthy of note. H. A. YOUNG R. R. No. 1. Munro, Ont. Everybody loves a fat man; Especially if he is Young. He graduated from St. Mary ' s Collegiate; a veteran of the Great War: an ex-business college teacher; the spirit of geniality. AGNES M. COLE Wallaceburg, Ont. MARGARET GOUGH She is little but she ' s mighty. Margaret graduated from London Collegiate Institute in 1922 with honors. She attended Normal last year, but, owing to illness, was not able to complete her course until this year. MABEL ARMSTRONG Wingham, Ont. As merry as the day is long, A jewel of boundless inspiration. Mabel hails from Wingham, graduating from the W. H. S. in 1923. She was ever a brilliant student, and wins many friends where she goes. 23 FORM VB. Top Row — I). Cameron, E. Hobbs, M. Grieves, L. Jones, C. Jell v , M. Hosie, M. Doyle, H. Cole. Middle Row — C. Cole, V. Gregory, I). Vary, M. English, K. Fuller, S. Jones, B. Lewis, C. [sbor. Bottom Row— B. Kyle, M. Laing, E. Hardy, R. Hale, M. Hall, M. Dickenson, M. Armstrong. 24 DOROTHY CAMERON Mitchell. Ont. Strong in will to strive, to seek to find. Dorothy is one of the best all-round students who has graduated from Mitchell High School. She was an active member in the Literary Society there; capably filling many positions, including those of secretary antl president. CLOIE COLE Mitchell, Ont. I leave thy praises unexpressed. I leave thy greatness to be guessed. A distinguished daughter of Mitchell High School; skilled in the mysteries of Euclid, and excelling in the tongue of France; a clever debater and speaker. Cloie has many likeable qualities and promises to be a most successful teacher [VIE CORNISH IngersoU, Ont. Ivie was first initiated into the mysteries of Reading. ' Riting and ' Rithmetic at the IngersoU Public School. She graduated from Collegiate in 1928. and in September entered Normal. The following quotation is suitable for her: If thotl but pierce her reserve. A goodly fellow thou findcsl. MARGARET DICKENSON W ' allaceburg, Ont. Her honest, cheerful, modest face Has won her friends in many a place. Margaret ' s home town is W ' allaceburg. Having completed her collegiate course, she wended her way to L. N S.. and all are very glad that she did. We feel sure that Margaret will have great success as a teacher MARGARET DOYLE Dublin, Ont. Made up of wisdom and of fun. Medley of all that ' s dark and clear. Of all that ' s foolish, all that ' s dear. Marg. first talked in Dublin. Ont.. and has been making a practise of it ever since. After receiving her elementary education in Dublin, she graduated from S eaforth Collegiate. Whatever she does is done enthusiast ically. MARGUERITE ENGLISH Forest. Ont. Her modesty ' s a candle to h -r m -rit. Marguerite came to L. N. S. after a successful career at Forest High School, from which she gradu- ated in 1922. She is fond of outd or sports and good times and is also a good student. RHODA FI LLER St. Mary ' s. Ont.. R. R. No. 4. Her merry, cheerful, modest face Aye won her friends in every place. Rhoda received her early education in St. Mary ' s. From there she came to London Normal School, where her sunny smile and winning ways made her a host of friends. VELMA GREGORY 24 Patterson Ave., Chatham. Fond of mirth and sport and laughter. Always gets the thing she ' s after. Yal. hails from the peppy city of Chatham. There she attended the Collegiate where she was a valuable member of the basketball team. In ' 22 she earned a Carter scholarship, and during ' 23 joined the ranks of learning at Victoria College. Her popularity at Normal speaks for itself. ERNESTINE GREENER Ridgetown, Ont. Judge thou me by what I am So shalt thou find me fairest. Ernestine received her elementary education at the Ridgetown Public School. Her education was enlarged by very successful years at the Ridgetown High School. Always congenial, she will leave here to impart valuable knowledge to others. MARGARET GRIEVE Wilton drove, Ont. She is clever and industrious. Kind and gay. A true friend and goo 1 neighbor, What more could one say. Marg ' s good work began at Wilton ( ' .rove P. S. and continued at London Collegiate. Last year she was prevented by illness from graduating, and since Christmas has been one of the shining lights of Form V. RUTH HALE Clinton, Ont. Where she fixt her heart she set her hand To do the thing she willed and bore it through. Our Ruth claims Clinton as her home nest. In Public she learned the art of plaguing modelites, never suspecting that some day the tables would be turned. After an interesting career in Collegiate she migrated to London Normal School to complete her education. MYRTLE HALL R. R. No. 2, Essex, Ont. So unaffected, so composed a mind. So firm, so soft, and yet so kind. Myrtle came to us from Essex High School, where she distinguished her school as well as herself by carrying off a Carter Scholarship. She is a girl whom we will remember long after Normal days have ended. ETTA HARDIE Clinton, Ont. If aught of prophecy be mine your initials will not always remain E. H. Less than 20 years ago Etta Hardy first ap- peared in Clinton, but since then she has been seen many times as a kind, conscientious girl. Classics is her specialty. We see in her a true teacher of the future. 25 EVA HOBBS 35 Yale St., London. Pretty to walk with, witty to talk with. And pleasant too. to think upon. Eva received her secondary education at London Collegiate Institute. Looking for new troubles, this trim maid entered L. N. S. to continue journey- ing up the chalk-dust path between those ever- increasing walls of worn-out brushes which guard its edges. MARY HOSIE Highbury St., London. She has wit. and song, and sense. Mirth and sport, and eloquence. Mary ' s gay smile and sympathetic nature won her many friends, both in the London Collegiate and at Normal. She excelled in music and debate, but unfortunately had to leave school before finish- ing the term. We all keenly feel the loss of this student. CECELIA ISBER Petrolia, Ont. No words can tell her worth. Cecelia graduated from Petrolia High School. During the four years Cecelia was one of the most brilliant students. Last year she won the Carter Scholarship. Her year at Normal will be just as brilliant. CLARA JEAN JELLY Mossley, Ont. Clara attended Public School at Mossley. She completed her Upper School course at the Ingersoll Collegiate Institute in 1923, and took an active part in the Literary Society. At Normal her musical talent and industrious nature won many friends for her. LEAH JONES Lambeth, Ont. Her sweet manner, and her gracious way makes her a good companion throughout the day. Belmont claims Leah as a Public School graduate. She proceeded to increase her knowledge at the London Collegiate, where she graduated in 1923, obtaining her First-class Certificate. Leah is an earnest worker at the Normal. Success in her future career is assured. MISS SHIRLEY JONES Forest, Ont. Her hair, her manners, all who saw admired. Courteous though coy, and gentle though retired. Shirley graduated from Forest High School in 1922. Throughout her school career her motto has always been, What is worth doing, is worth doing well. She possesses those gentle, winning ways which endear her to all. BESSIE KYLE Dresden, Ont. Cool, unperturbed by stress and hurry. Inclined to work, and not to worry. Bessie graduated from the Chatham Collegiate Institute, receiving a Carter Scholarship in 1923. She is an all-around good sport, and her modest way has won for her many friends. May she continue in her success. MARY G. LAING Seaforth, Ont. Who always is a lively sport When on, or off the tennis court; Spends freely till her funds run short. Seaforth Collegiate, having done its worst for Mary, shipped her to L. N. S., where her merry disposition makes her an all-round favorite. BELYA LEWIS R. R. No. 8, St. Thomas. Who mixed reason with pleasure And wisdom with mirth. Belva graduated from St. Thomas Collegiate in 1923. There the sweet strains of her violin adtled greatly to the success of the school orchestra. Though quiet and unassuming, she has sterling qualities which endear her to her friends. HELEN S. LEWIS Mount Forest , ( hit . Call me early in the morning. Helen graduated from both Public and High Schools in Mount Forest. Her great desire is to be a teacher. GLADYS McCOSH Ripley, Ont. Much may be made of a Scotchman if he be caught young. Gladys received her education at Purple Grove School, Huron Township, Ripley Continuation School, and Kincardine High School. Conscientious in her work and possessing the good qualities of her Scotch ancestors, she will make a splendid teacher. MARY McINTOSH Clinton, Ont. A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the wisest men. Graduating from the Clinton C. I., where she was liked by all for her sunny disposition and her love of sports, Mac came to L. N. S. seeking a higher form of training, mixed with a lively time. She has been successful in both quests. MARGARET MACKENZIE Ingersoll, Ont. Neat, not gaudy. Margaret graduated from Ingersoll Collegiate Institute. Now she is wending her way to enable others to fall into her footsteps, where they fit. EULALIE MACKEY Box 131, Petrolia, Ont. So unaffected, so composed a mind. So firm, so strong, yet so refined. This energetic student comes from the prosperous and flourishing town of Petrolia. She r eceived her Secondary education there, graduating in 1923. She is quiet but very energetic, and works with ,i happy smile.- Everybody likes her. JEAN McKINLEY R. R. No. 2, Blenheim, Ont. Oh! the world is so full of a number of things. I ' m sure we should all be as happy as kings. Always happy and gay- that ' s Jean. At Ridge- town, even Latin and Trig, could not quell her jubilant spirits. She finds learning to be teacher a more serious business. We wish her luck! 26 FORM VA. Top [Row — G. McCosh, M. Mcintosh, H. Lewis, W. McMath, M. Pick, E. Mackey, L. Parkes, D. Oman, K. McKnight, I. McKenzie, J. McKinley. Bottom Row — E. Greiner, A. Proctor, H. Sylvester, M. Taylor, D. Nethercott, G. McGuire, D. Steele, D. Osterhout, E. Wannacott. n KATHLEEN McKNIGHT Alymer (West), Ont. DOROTHY E. OMAN 24 Earl St., Stratford. DOROTHY STEELE 183 William St., Stratford. A laugh, a smile Makes life worth while. Kay graduated from Aylmer H. S. in 1922. She is a lover of sport and music. As an accomplished pianist she has won success and popularity. Her happy smile and friendly disposition have won for Kay many true friends. And so the wonder grew That one small head could carry all she knew. We met her first at Highgate school, At Ridgetown too, the same, same rule- When she comes in, our trouble all departs, Her sunny ways have won her to our hearts. WINNIE McMATH Clinton, Ont. Blest with a promiscuous optimism about everything in general. Winnie McMath is one of those rare creatures who are optimistic about everything. By her smiling face and her sincere friendly manners she has gained many friends since her migration to London from Clinton, where she obtained many honors in Public School and Collegiate. KATHLEEN MARGRETT 316 Hyman St., London. DOROTHY NETHERCOTT Norwich, Ont. To strive, to seek, to find. . and not to yield. True so far in the case of Dorothy, who fulfilled her reputation at Norwich H. S., where she took an active part in the Literary Society. At Normal, too, her charms were evident, especially on Fridays. Serene, and resolute, and still. And clam, and self-possessed. Dorothy ' s home is in Stratford, where she at- tended both Public School and Collegiate Institute, graduating with many honors. She is known at Normal as an earnest and conscientious student, as well as a lovable one, and is sure to make a splendid teacher. DORIS OSTERHOUT Lucknow, Ont. Always thoughtful, always true, Always paddling her own canoe. Doris claims Lucknow as her home. From child- hood she feared the dark, and her parents, taking this as an indication of her desire for intellectual light, sent her to L. N. S., where she is learning to guide the destinies of the growing generation. MILDRED PICK Chatham, Ont . LOIS PARKES Kingsmill, Ont. In the vale of Kingsmill There dwell a smiling girl, Wry industriously she works and still She ' s never in a whirl. ADDIE PROCTOR Wingham, Ont. It ' s too early in the morning for to waken me. Don ' t you know that early rising don ' t agree with me. Addie Pearle comes to London from ye old High School at Wingham. A keen nature student, especially along the line of practical sikeology; Addie P. is sure to enjoy being a school teacher. Calm, unperturbed by stress or hurry, Inclined to work and not to worry. Dorothy took honors in Lower and Middle School in Tavistock Continuation School. She took her Upper School in Stratford Collegiate, where she was a brilliant student in German. Dorothy has a quiet humor all her own which will carry her through any teaching difficult}, ' . She is so free, so kind, so apt. so jolly a disposition. Such is Helen ' s disposition. She devoured the German language in one year. She hopes to devour a first-class certificate in the same length of time. Her favorite sport is swimming, and she hopes some day to be a champ. Go to it, Helen! MILDRED TAYLOR 26 Charteris St., Chatham. Mildred is another Chatham representative at L. N. S. Having completed her academic work, she determined to learn by what process this carried out. Consequently next year Mildred ill be giving out some of her assimilated knowledge to the Ontario youths. DOROTHY VARY .33 Water St., Chatham. Composition — American and Canadian. Geogra- phy-Home town- Chatham. Historv of Educa- tion—Chatham C. I.; later L. N. S. Physical Training - Walking to school. Science of Edu- cation A little bit goes a long way. Advanced Reading- A brilliant future in a little red school- house. GRACE VENNER Clinton, Ont. None but the gods Could find : nymph a grace. With so great a charm. So sweet a face. Hamilton Public School and Clinton Collegiate both claim a share in Grace ' s education. She is an earnest student, bting especially brilliant in Moderns. Her modest and thoughtful manner make her a girl worth knowing and a friend worth having. KATHERINE I. McLAREN R. R. No. 1, Highgate. HELEN SYLVESTER 250 Cambria St. ' , Stratford. Z8 (.RAC K McGl ' IRE Chatham, Ont. — Numgu.im D.irmiuus — Neal. sweel and determined. A worthy citizen of a worthy city, Grace McGuire graduated from the Chatham Collegiate Institute in 1023. Grace absolutely abhored sports and still was a favorite among her fellow pupils. EVELYN WITTY 75 Elora St., St. Thomas. Don ' t look in the limelight; she isn ' t there. She plays that deeper, nobler part. Evelyn graduated from St. Thomas Collegiate, where she was a student of the students, excelling in literary lines. In the I.. N. S. she is one of our most successful students and bids fair to become a modern teacher. She ' s Witty but she ' s wise, and our best wishes go with her. EVA WOWACOTT R. R. No. 4. Mt. Brydges. One thing is always good. That one thing is success. Eva received her Middle School at Mt. Brydges Continuation, and later graduated at Strathroy Collegiate. She is always at her work, and, would with her studies never shirk. ROSE ADAMS St. Thomas. Happy all day long. One of those who came from St. Thomas Col- legiate. She was on their basketball team, holding the position of guard, which she played splendidly. While in Normal she wen many friends by her pleasant manner. ELVA ARM IT AGE 677 Colborne St., London. Always cheerful, always bright, Not very much in breadth or height, But when it ' s a word of help or cheer She ' s the one that you want near. Sports and studies to her alike, For in both she ' s always bright. MABEL ANNETT R. R. No. 7, Watford, Ont. MARA A. AUCKLAND R. R. No. 1, Rodney. Where ' er she met a stranger There she left a friend. Mary received her elementary education near Rodney. She attended the Rodney Continuation School for lour years, graduating in 1023. With high ideals in view she decided to attend the London Normal School, where she won many friends by her refined manner and gracious ways. MONA BAIRD Corunna. Always cheery, always bright. Never weary, never tight. Miss Baird graduated from Leamington High School. Since her arrival at Normal she has be- come well known by her ready smile and wit. TENABEL BALDWIN R. R. No. 2, Pt. Stanley. Much study is a weariness to the flesh. Tenabel has been a clever scholar all through her school life, graduating from Fingal Continu- ation School in 1021. She has always made lots of friends wherever she went. What? No, not all girls. I don ' t know, maybe it is that smile of hers. MRS. IDA R. BARRET Essex, Ont. GLADYS BECHILI. Glencoe, Ont. When I have anything to say, I say it. Gladys ' travels on the road to knowledge began in Glencoe educational centres. Achieving suc- cess, she glided through with flying colors. She is fun-loving and carefree, but withal an earnest friend. JEANETTE BEGG R. R. No. 1, St. Thomas. She ' s ae sa neat, sae trim, sae bright. Jeanette obtained both her Public and High School education at St. Thomas. She has now taken up the teaching profession, in which she will make a success, owing to her ambitious nature. ALT A M. BELL 40 Gladstone Ave., St. Thomas. The deepest rivers flow with least sound. St. Thomas boasts of yet another fair flower, Miss Alta M. Bell. The old adage reads, Every- thing improves with use. At Collegiate Alta ' s brain certainly received lots of exercise. Past collegians, debates, concerts, all reflect her presence. Heaps of best wishes, Alta. JENNIE BETTERLEV R. R. No. 3, Belmont, Ont. Jenny comes from the picturesque village of Belmont, where she received her early education. Her sunny disposition is so contagious that no one can be dull in her company. Her motto has always been, Work while you work, Play while you play! VIOLA BICUM Sombra, Ont. Winsome and wise. Viola received her elementary education in the town of Blenheim. She later attended the High School in Wallaceburg. Here she obtained her Normal Entrance. We are all looking forward to see Viola launch her career of teaching next year. 29 FORM IIB. Miss Baird, I. Bowles, B. Charlton, A. Campbell, I. Campbell, V. Bicum, T. Baldwin. J. Campbell, M. Auckland, A. Bell, R. Adams, M. Bogue, J. Betterley, M. Burgess, R. Brush. E. Brandaw, T. Braddon, G. Bechill, J. Begg, A. Bond, A. Burke, L. B. Black. 30 MYRTLE BOGUE Byron, Ont. Smile and the world smili ' s with you. Myrtle gave her first smile to the world at Lambeth. She forsook the Little Red School- house and made her way to St. Angela ' s College, from which she graduated with high honors to come to Normal. LAURA H. UI.ACK Aylmer i West | , Ont. ALMA BOND R. R. No. 2, Mt. Brydges, Ont. One would wonder how one small head held all «hc knew. Alma, who was a graduate of Mt. Brydges Continuation School, has made rapid progress since entering Normal. Although small in stature, she so overflows with wit and energy that the pupils can ' t think of mischief. HAZEL IONE BOWLES Wallaceburg, Ont. Why should life all labor be? lone comes to us with this question from the Wallaceburg High School. But while she questions she labors on, using as her motto Theirs not to reason why. THELMA H. BRADDON R. R. No. 1, Wallacetown. She ' s little, but she ' s wise. She ' s a terror for her size. Thelma is a native of Coyne ' s Corners. She attended the Dutton High School before entering Normal, where she proved to be a good student. At Normal she still lived up to her reputation. ELSIE BRANDAU R. R. No 2, Creditor!. Every night you ' ll see Sitting up by the candle light Studying Psychology. Elsie ' s home town is Crediton. She obtained her Lower School at Crediton Continuation School, and her Middle School at Exeter High School. She was always a very diligent worker at her studies. MRS. ADA BROWN Box 217, Petrolia. She has wit, song and sense Mirth, sport, and eloquence. Ada ' s home is at Petrolia. After receiving her High School education at Petrolia she took a course at Chatham Model, and from there drifted to Muskoka, where she spent a couple of happy years. While at Normal her ready wit and cheerful manner made her many friends. RUTH BRUSH Fingal, Ont. True of heart, gay of spirit. Fingal Continuation School claims Ruth as one of its graduates. She is continuing her good work here. But now dear Ruth, Tell us the truth, Win ' ne ' er use the L. P. S. MILDRED BURGESS Union, Ont. Ambition is the pathway to success. Ambition is Mildred ' s foundation. In her cradle days in Union, Ontario, she screamed lustily I ' ll have it. The trait has not vanished: ambition is winning for her success at school, and will win success through life. ADA BURKE R. R. No. 1, Blenheim. Of sunny disposition she. Ada comes from near the town of Blenheim, where she received her Public School education. She later attended Chatham Collegiate. From here she obtained her Normal Entrance. Her many friends feel sure she will be very suc- cessful in choosing the teaching profession. AGNES CAMPBELL Rodney, Ont. For what I will, I will. Agnes began her career many moons ago near Rodney She received her early education at the Rodney Continuation School, graduating in 1922. In 1923 we find her studying pedagogy at the L. N. S , where she is gaining a wide circle of friends. H. JEAN CAMPBELL R. R. No. 1, West Lome, Out. As merry as the day is long. Jean hails from West Lome. She obtained her Middle School and Junior Matriculation in the Continuation School there. Her genial disposition and sunny smile won for her a lot of friends. INA CAMPBELL R. R. No. 2, Melbourne. A diamond in the rough is a diamond sure enough. After completing her course at Melbourne Con- tinuation School. Ina came to London Normal. Once acquainted with Ina, one discovers she is of a very rare character and quality as a student and otherwise. MARY CAMPBELL 79 Kains St.. St. Thomas. Let us be of good cheer, however remembering that the mis- fortunes worst to bear, are those which never happen. Cheerio! What bird was that? Don ' t be alarmed. It is only Mary ' s morning greeting as she arrives at the Normal off the seven-fifteen car from St. Thomas. Mary is a jovial, substantial, impelling force at Normal. RHENA CARROLL Kerr wood, Ont. Some work of noble note may yet be done. Rhena graduated from Watford High School in 1923. While there she took an active part in sports. She has always been a sticker in school work. We hope she will stick to the teaching profession. 31 LUELLA G. CARTER R. R. No. 2, Amherstburg, Ont. What funny fancies slipt betwixt those cherished lips. Amherstburg H. S. claims Luella as a graduate, but on that famous spot of Pelee Island she launched her lifeboat. Her winsome smile has won her many friends at the Normal School. DOROTHY CHAMBERS R. R. No. 1, Muncey. So unaffected, so composed of mind. So firm, so strong, yet so refined. Dorothy came to Normal with a cherry dis- position and a fund of knowledge. Here she has proved her sterling worth in a quiet and reserved manner. She is looking forward to a happy career in the teaching profession. BERTHA CHARLTON R. R. No. 1, Ilderton. Her hair is no sunnier than her smile. Bertha ' s sunny face first shone at Ilderton. She attended London Collegiate Institute for two years, then finished up in the Ilderton Continuation School. At Normal Bertha was a live-wire, taking part in plays and operettas, spreading her contagious smile everywhere. MILDRED CHARLTON Springfield, Ont. EMILY CLARKE 192 Bruce St., London. I ' ll trv anything once; If I like it, I ' ll try it again. Emily ' s delightful school-day wanderings has left her fast friends at Melbourne and Strathroy. We love her for her look and smile, her way of speaking gentlv. GERTRUDE COMFORT Mt. Brydges, Ont. A girl of much esteem and truly a worthy friend. Gertie graduated from Delaware Continuation School with a very high standing. We have no doubt that she will be as successful in teaching as she has been in learning. GLADYS E. COOPER Sarnia, Ont. Gladys was a product of the Sarnia Collegiate. She is an earnest worker and an all-round sport. EVA COPELAND Wilton drove, Ont. A girl of indepndent mind. Is aye a girl for all that. Eva graduated from Belmont Continuation School. Her ambition from childhood has been to teach, and now we hope to see her ambition realized in her wee school-house next fall. IRENE CORNISH R. R. No 2, Belmont, Ont. I study a little, work a little, and ' movie ' a little. Belmont Continuation School claims Irene as a graduate. Her school career has been one of high standing. She is always cheerful and not inclined to worry. We hope some day to hear her say, Your lesson to-day, Miss ■ , was very successful. MINA CORNISH R. R. No 3, Exeter JESSIE M. CRAN Watford, Ont., R. R. No. 7. Why should life all labor be. Jessie received her early education in S. S. 1-13, Brooke and Warwick. She attended the Watford High School and there proved herself a capable student in mathematics and science. In basket- ball she guarded the school basket well. JEAN M. CRAWFORD R. R. No. 2, Ridgetown. With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come. Jean always has a sunny smile For anything in life worth while: From Ridgetown she has come to see If she, a teacher, soon might be. HILDA CREASY R R. No 2. London. Worry is a waste of time. Hilda was born in Newfoundland. After com- ing to Ontario, she has absorbed knowledge in several places, including Petrolia, Leamington and London. Her merry disposition makes her a favorite every- where she goes. But where she will travel next--- who knows! RUTH CUTHBERTSON Ingersoll, Ont. She has wit and song and sense. Mirth and sport and eloquence. This year the I. C. I. sadly misses Ruth from its numbers. At Normal, however, her musical talents and pleasing personality have won her many friends. Though she bobbed her locks she is ever an excellent teacher. BESSIE DANCEY Avlmer (West), Ontario. Free in heart and sweet in nature. Lovely poise, and medium stature. We are all glad Bessie graduated from Avlmer H. S and wended her way to the L. N. S. this year. She has gained many staunch friends, and with her vim and cheery nature will have a successful career. BE R XI . DAS ELEANOR DAVIS Wallaceburg Ont. Good things are done up in small parcels. This pronvsing young lady hails from Walkice- burg High School. While she was very studious at times, she always found time to play a merry prank each day on the teacher. 32 FORM 1 1 A. Rhena Carroll, Dorothy Chambers, Clara Dell, Jean Crawford, Mary Campbell, Luella Carter. Gertrude Comfort, Ruth Cuthbertson, Eleanor Dickenson, Evelyn Denning, Eva Copeland, Irene Cornish, Mina Cornish, Amy Culver. Emily Clarke, Annie Dillon, Mattie Dowding, Amy Derbyshire, Gladys Cooper, Hilda Creasy, Bernedos Davis, Mar- guerite Dicknoether, May Dingman. 33 CLARA A. DELL 2 York St., London. EVELYN DENNING Strathroy. Faith ' twas coal black hair she had. And dark brown eyes. Here ' s Evelyn Denning — ship ahoy! Who came to join ns from Strathroy. She ' s bright and merry. She ' s wise and wary. She ' s d trk and tall, She ' s loved by all. AMY DERBYSHIRE R R. No. 3, Wheatley. Keeps her counsel, does her duty. Clings to friends and loveth beauty. Amy began her school career at a little country school. She later attended I eamington High School, where her favorite subject was mathe- matics. During her year at Normal she made many friends. Our best wishes go with her. ELEANOR DICKENSON Wallaceburg, Ont. A laugh, a smile, — Makes life worth while. This bright student comes to us from the Wallace- burg High School. Shd is a tall, good-natured girl, and is very enthusiastic. She possesses a wonder- ful soprano voice, which was of great assistance in the singing of the choruses at the operetta. MARGUERITE DICKNOETHER 31 Pipe Line Road, London. Smile and the world smiles with you. Marguerite graduated from St. Angela ' s College, London. After a year at Western University, she entered into training for a teacher. Through her pleasing disposition and sunny countenance she made friends everywhere. We wish her every success as a teacher. ANNIE DILLON Longwood, Ont. Her merry, cheerful, modest face Aye won her friends in every place. Annie graduated from Melbourne School in 1922. She is very small but very mighty, and in poetry- she specializes. If there ' s any fun ou may be sure she ' s present, but in her work she never shirks. MAY H. DINGMAN Mt. Brydges, Ont. Diligence is the mother of good luck. After a successful career at Mount Brydges High School, May decided to enter the teaching pro- fession. Since coming to London, she has won many friends by her quiet and cheerful disposition. We wish her luck in the future. MATTIE DOWDING Kerwood, Ont. If a thing is worth while doing, do it well. Start a thing and finish it. Watford High School claims Mattie. She gradu- ated from there in 1922. During her year at London Normal School she has been a very efficient member of the orchestra. We wish her every success as a teacher HELEN DOYLE Port Lambton, Ont. She came in like a lamb, but we fear she has changed. Helen obtained her primary education in Port Lambton. She then attended Wallaceburg High School, and graduated in ' 23. The following term she came to Normal School, where she was a general favorite and an ardent worker. DOROTHY DUNLOP Dresden, Ont. The ragged daisy starring the fields did no more to brighten life than Dorothy, while receiving in the Dresden Continuation School a great deal of enjoyment and not a little pleasure. MABEL DUNLOP Electric, Ont. Of friends she has a generous store — To know her is to love her more. Mabel received her Secondary education at The London Technical School. There she was a general favorite and also a good student, graduating with honors. We wish her success in her chosen profession. ELINORE DUNN R. R. No. 2, Wyoming, Ont. She mixes reason with pleasure, and wisdom with mirth, but she ' s our ever ready Elinore. Elinore hails from Wyoming. She received her education at the little red schoolhouse and at the Petrolia High School. Then she joined the forces of the L. N. S., where she is absorbing the finishing touches that the institution gives. MISS ANNIE DURAND Wilton Grove, Ont., R. R. No. 2. On with the dance. Let joy be unconfined. Anne lives on a farm near Belmont and gradu- ated from Belmont Continuation School with a high standing. She took an active part in the sports and social activities. Her merry disposition made her friends where ' er she went. We know she will make a successful school-marm. LOIS EASTLAKE Blenheim, R. R. No. 6, Ont. 1 only ask that fortune send. A little more than I can spend. Lois graduated in 1923 from the Chatham Col- legiate Institute — a star student in ancient history. But she chose to give up her life to the worths cause of school teaching; so — thus the thusness. HELEN ELDER Hensal, Ont. II is for Helen, a regular girl. She ' s just like her work, a wonderful pearl, Her dancing comes next, her style is petite, W ill always make friends who ' er she may meet. 4 HAZEL HUGHES Ilderton, Ont. A good companion and a firmer friend. She will never leave you till the end. Leaving her home near Ilderton, Hazel entered London Collegiate and became famous in school and sports. Here ' s to her success at the old L. N. S. WILMOT INNES Mt. Brydges, Ont. Her open eyes desire the truth. The wisdom of a thousand years Is in them. W ith all the honors of the Mount Brydges Con- tinuation School clinging to her willing shoulders. W ' ilmot turned eager eyes to the London Normal. I he mecca of her dreams, where she is working with unceasing industry. EDNA JACKSON Mossley, No. 2, Ont. Thai face of yours looks like the title page of a whole volume of roguery. Edna received her High School education at Belmont Continuation School. While there, she took an active part in sports — no baseball game was complete without her. At Normal, her pleasant smile and happy-go-lucky way won her many friends. VERNICE JACKSON Port Burwell, Box 51. Who knows for what great end This goddess yet was born! Yernice, a graduate of Port Burwell High School, .journeyed to London to enter the noble field of pedagogy. Through her winning personality Verny has proven very popular with her op- posites. Next year we can picture her principal of the little red schoolhouse and loved by every- one who knows her. MILDRED JAMES 8 Arthur St., St. Thomas. The things are few She would not do In friendship ' s name. Mildred attended the St. Thomas Collegiate Institute, and during her High School career she took an interest in athletics. Mildred is possessed with the power to stick to it, and always shows enthusiasm in her work. A promising future is awaiting her. ANNIE JOHNSON Melbourne, Ont., R. R. No. 1. ' Tis better to be seen than heard. Annie graduated from Melbourne Continuation School in L923, and forthwith the fates directed her course to L. N. S., from which she shall emerge a full-fledged school-marm to teach and improve the rising generation. GERTRUDE JACKSON Springfield, Ont. RCTH JOHNSTON 2 Carrothers Ave., London. Always merry, always bright . Is this roguish-eyed, dainty sprite. London proudly claims this blue-eyed little girl. We al! remember how well she played the part of Johnnie in The Little Red Schoolhouse, and the winsome daughter in the Operetta. Ruth carries away with her the best wishes of all for future success. ELSIE KELLET Wallaceburg, Ont. A laugh, a smile. Makes life worth while. We cannot say that Elsie has missed her calling in being a teacher, but, oh my, she has so many callings. She can cook, she can sew, She makes hats just so, Where she learned it, I ' m sure I don ' t know. EDITH KILEV 82 Thornton Ave., London, Ont. Grace and beauty and heart combined, Balanced well with a learned mind, A friend to all who come her way, Cheery and sunny, blithe and gay. Her memory will linger with those she leaves behind. WINIFRED KINCADE Mt. Brydges, Ont. And still the wonder grew, That one small head could carry all she knew. Winifred is always known by her sunny dis- position. She has always met with success, having graduated from Mt. Brydges Continuation School in two years. BETTY KINNEY 49 Euclid Ave., London, Ont. Have a smile for everyone you meet. Bettv claims London Central Collegiate as her alma mater. Her faculty of making droll re- marks in a perfectly serious manner proves her a gem of purest ray serene, and makes one suspect the shamrock hidden somewhere in her make-up. MARIE KRATZ Kingsville, Ont. Marie is earliest and sincere. But greets the mail man with a cheer. Marie started her High School education at Essex, and after a lapse of two years continued her education at the Kingsville High School, and then made her way to the London Normal School. LORETTA LANE Sea forth, Ont. Always reliable, always kind. She makes a true friend, you will find. Loretta came to L. N. S. from Seaforth C. I., where she had made a high record for herself, both by her ability ' to study and her sunny disposition. We wish Loretta the best success in her school next year. MARIE I.ANGFORD Granton, Ont. Praise from a friend, of censure a foe, Are lost on hearers that our merits know. Marie ' s early childhood was spent near Granton, where she attended Revere P. S. After two years had elapsed she decided to attend Lucan H. S. in the year 1920, from which she graduated in 1923 and wandered to L. N. S. 35 FORM IIIA. Top Row — S. Leota McCallum, Mary A. ' Hanlon, Marie G. Kratz, Gertrude Johnson, Annie Johnson, Marie Langford, Beulah Lewis, Janet McColl. 2nd Row— Margaret McCallum, Eric Lloyd, Elsie Kellett, Ruth V. Johnston, Reita M. Logan, Margaret McCarthy, Edith Kiley, Beatrice McAlpine. 3rd Row — Margaret MacAlpine, Jean McCallum, Arley Lipsit, Jean Lockwood, Eva McCallum, Loretto Lane, Winnitred Kincade Jean Lucas. 36 KATHLEEN GILMORE Lambeth, Ont . There is nothing beautiful in the world except it take some- thing from her to make it beautiful. ' ' Kay graduated from L. C. L, where she won the Gillean Diamond Ring in an essay contest. She successfully represented our Lit. in an oratorical contest against Stratford. Kay ' s happy smile, betraying high ideals, make us all glad to have known her. MISS FERN GLEESON Merlin, Ont. There ' s music i i the kettle. There ' s music in the spout ; There ' s music in Fern. But one can ' t get it out. From Merlin, Fern wended her way to the L. N. S. Lesson plans, Science of Ed. and other diffi- culties have beset her, but, from her pleasant, persevering nature we know will come success in the little red schoolhouse. MISS LILLIAN GLEESON Fletcher, Ont. Smile and the world smiles with you. Lillian comes from the Ursuline Academy. Chatham. She wins many friends by her cheerful manner. She is a bright student as well as a real good sport. As Form Representative she does her bit to help the .Normal School Lit. to be a real success. CORA GLOVER Chatham, Ont. No duties seem to worry her, She finds that it is belter far To take things just the way they are. Cora graduated from the Chatham Collegiate. Thence she came to L. N. S. GUENDOLINE GOFF 247 Pall Mall St., London. Being good is an awful lonesome job. Guen. was born and allowed to grow at O.lencoe. After graduating from the G. H. S. in ' 21, she outgrew her town and migrated to W indsor, and then to London. Blessed with a cheerful personality we all feel sure that Guen. will get there. HELEN GOLDEN Amherstburg, Ont., R. R. No. 1. To do my best and let that stand. The record of my brain and hand. Helen was born in Amherst! urg. She attended the High School in her home town, where she ob- tained a gold medal lor highest standing at the Matriculation Examination. Her ability as a normal student assures us of her success in the future. IRENE GRAHAM 15s York St., London, Ont. Her honest, cheerful, smiling face Aye won her friends in every place. Irene graduated from London Central Collegiate in ' 23. She is now preparing for next year ' s work in the little red schoolhouse. ZELLA GRAHAM 7-1 St. George St., St. Thomas. 1 can in fancy see her smile. It is so contagious. Zella came from St. Thomas Collegiate to the scene of our activities this year. Winsome is the word which best describes our little friend, whose charm and friendliness have won for her a host of friends at Normal. MYRTLE GREEN Wallacetown, Ont . Green by name, but not by nature. Graduating from Dutton High School, Myrtle turned towards the London Normal School. Here her diligent work was carried on and we are sure she will win success in this profession. EVELYN GREGORY Petrolia, Ont. As merry as the day is long. Evelyn makes life worth while by her cheerful disposition. Her early years were spent at Petrolia, winning friends, working little and accomplishing much. This she is continuing at L. N. S., and we predict for her a happy future. MARY HANLON Ingersoll, Ont. Mary, Mary, sweetest name! Linked with m,iny a poet ' s fame. A Mary with meek eyes of blue. Mary graduated from Ingersoll Collegiate, and then came to L. N. S. Her sweet disposition has won for her many friends during her stay here. ANNE HARTLEY Tilbury, Ont. So sweet the blush of bashfulness. Anne Hartley hails from Tilbury, where she graced the Continuation School with her friendly comradeship. She is a faithful, cheery, patient worker, and will make a splendid school-keeper , which means so much more than school teacher. FLORENCE HEATH ERINGTON Wheatley, Ont. I slept, and dreamed that life was beauty. I woke and found that life was duty. ' Florence graduated from Wheatley Continuation School, where she was not only admired for the success in all her undertakings, but for her bright and sunny disposition. LILLIAN HENDERSON Glencoe, Ont. Forsooth, I know not why I am so weary. This young lady graduated from Glencoe High School in 1923. Here she did splendid work, tak- ing an active interest in all sports. She also held office in the school Literary Society in 192 2. GRACE HOPPER Thamesville, Ont. Keeps her counsel, does her duty. Cleaves to friends and loveth beauty. Grace received part of her High School education at Dresden and graduated from Thamesville C. S. in 1923. She enrolled at the L. N. S., where she has been doing good work and making numerous friends. We extend our best wishes for her success. 17 FORM IIIB. Top Row — Helen Gosnell, Hazel Hughes, Irene Graham, Florence Heatherington, Mildred James, Zilla Graham, Irene Goldhawk. 2nd Row— Betty Kinney, O. Ruth Goodhue, Annie Hartley, Gwendolene Goff, Cora Glover, Grace Hopper, Beulah Holmes. 3rd Row— Vera Davison, Lillian Gleeson, Vernice Jackson, Edna Jackson, Wilmot Innes, Margaret Golden, Evelyn Gregory. 38 HAZEL ELNOR 128 Victoria St., Sarnia. It is easy tn be pleasant When life noes on like a Bong; But the one worth while Is the one who can smile When everything goes dead wrong. After brightening the class-rooms of the S. C. I. for the allotted term of years, Hazel decided to attend the L. N . S., where for the past year she has taken an active interest in all branches of school life. ISABEL EMERY C ' roton, Ont. She likes the fun and excitement of youth, But first she places virtue and truth. Isabel received her earlier education in Dresden C. S., and graduated front Port Credit H. S. in 192:5. She takes an active part in t he (ilee Club, anil we wish her a successful career as a teacher. VALERIE ENNETT Fun- loving, care-free, jovial. And withal a loyal friend. Valerie received the rudiments of her education in the wilds of Kent. In 1923 she blossomed forth from The Pines, Chatham, to enjoy the pleasures of the L. N. S. She is now absorbing the theoretical principles of teaching. COLINA S. FERGUSON Komoka, R. R. No. 4, Ont. Colina received her early education in the little village ot Coldstream, where she specialized in Latin and French. In 1923 she entered the London Normal School. Good luck, Colina! DOROTHY E. FOWLER Watford, Ont. Small of stature, but large of heart open to suggestions. Dot made her entrance into this great world in Watford. Here she received the rudiments of her education. At High School she showed great dramatic ability, and an aptness for mathematics. Cheerio, Dot. HELEN FOX Dresden, Ont. Merry as the day is long. Helen received her earlier education at Dresden, graduating from the D. C. S. in 1923. There she took an active part in school sports. We wish her every success in the future. HESTER FOX Lincoln Rd., Windsor. ANNA FRANCIS I )resden, Ont. Desire — To become a school teacher. Motto — O, that party was great. How lovely it would be if some day Anna might be principal of Dresden High or Public School where she used to attend. VIOLA FRASER Blyth, Ont. O ' Blyth ' newcomer we have heard, We hear thee and rejoice. Yi comes from Blyth, where she obtained her education at the Public and Continuation Schools. With her merry laugh and happv smile, she lost no time in making many friends and in distinguishing herself as a member of the school orchestra and (ilee Club. M. ISABEL FRASER Ilderton, R. R. No. 1, Ont. Smile and the world smiles with you. Wherever Isabel goes, her smile goes with her. Throughout her whole High School course she was studious and earnest. This characteristic followed her to the Normal School. May every success attend you, Isabel. CLARA W. FRENCH Dresden, Ont. The laugh, the smile, makes life worth while. From the days when she was the despair of the Dresden Continuation School teachers, Clara ' s motto has been Laugh and the world laughs with you, and she lives up to it. MARGARET GARDNER 17 Gladstone Ave., Windsor, Ont. They poured in Fun and Laughter. Then with a sudden twist They stirred it all together And made an Optnmist. Optomist! that ' s Marg., a great favorite among both the girls and boys Margaret graduated from Windsor Collegiate Institute, June, 1923. Her determination and pep make her a valuable member of the L. N. S. basketball team. Three cheers! for Marg. CHARLOTTE BESSIE GIBBONS Port Lambton, Ont. Now blessings rest on him who first invented sleep. This lady is known more familiarly to us as Lottie. Wallaceburg High School claims her as a graduate, but being a farmerette she received her early education at Becher, Ont. Lottie ' s slogan is to be on time. KATHLEEN MARGARET GIBSON Ingersoll, Ont. An she ' s your friend, She ' ll ever be. K received her preparatory education at Inger- soll. She took an active part in sports, being president of the Athletic Society for two years. Graduating from Upper School at Ingersoll C. L, 1923, she entered Normal. K has a pleasing personality for her vocation. VIOLET A. GILLESPIE Thamesville, Ont. In friendship true, in soul sincere. That is why we love Yi, because beneath her pleasant manner lies a strength and purposefulness. Her ability has been recognized in Ridgetown and at Normal in many ways, none more than as a member of the Normal Lit. Executive. We wish her all success in teaching. 39 FORM IVA. From Left (Back Row) — Elnor Dunn, Annie Durrant, V. Gillespie, K. Gibson, A. Francis, V. Fraser, Hester Fox, C. Ferguson. Middle Row — Isabel Emery, M. Dunlop, Helen Fox, D. Fowler, M. Gardener, L. Eastlake, I. Fraser, Fern Gleeson. Front Row — V. Ennett, Clara French, Kay Gillmore, Helen Elder, Helen Doyle, Hazel Elnor, 1). Dunlop, Lottie Gibbons. 40 BEULAH LEWIS MISS BEATRICE McALPINE MARGARET McCALLUM Electric, Ont., R. R. No. 1. R. R. . 1, Walkers, Ont. Mt. Brydges, R. R. No. 2. Her honest, cheerful, modest face Has won her friends in every place. Chatham Collegiate Institute claims Beulah as a graduate. Through all her school days she has been a success, and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Beulah comes to us from Electric. We hope that her future will be as bright as her past. ARLEY LIPSIT With her bright smile and pleasant manner she i- always welcome. Arley graduated from Mount Brydges Con- tinuation School to join the studious throng of teachers-in-training here. I am sure she will win the respect of all her pupils with her pleasant manner. JEAN LOCKWOOI) Appin, Ont., R. R. No. 4. Oh! How I hate to get up in the morning. Jean graduated from Melbourne Continuation School in 1(123. Whilst at London Normal School, her sweet manner and bright smile won her many friends. In her work, she was always earnest, and in music she did delight. REITA LOGAN 654 Maitland St., London. With Reita of the golden hair No other girl can quite compare; She ' s always ready with a smile. Bright and cheery all the while. One of London ' s fairest is this little girl with her bright eyes and sunny curls. Every one remembers Reita as Johnnie ' s sweetheart in the Little Red Schoolhouse. We all wish Reita a future success. MISS JEAN LUCAS Alvinston, R. R. No. 7, Ont. Get Hardy to do it. Jean comes from Brooke swamp. Upon obtain- ing her Entrance examination she entered the High School at Watford. Here she excelled in Maths., and displayed a fine literary taste, which she carried with her to the L. N. S. She ' s witty and she ' s wise. She ' s a terror for her size. Beatrice received her primary education at No. 17. Mosa. She entered Glencoe High School, and graduated in 1921 after three years ' easy work. Always took an active interest in sports, being our star ball player. Nothing slow about Beatrice, even if she is Scotch ! MISS MARGARET MacALPINE Dutton, Ont. Ji t black hair and eyes of blue, She is Scotch and she is true. Alighting from the London and Port Stanley car, Marg. first viewed the scene of her future activities. Marg. came from Dutton to join our ranks and be an active member of the L. N. S. EVA McCALLUM Alvinston, Ont. Personality is the life of true friendship. ( )| friendship true her gift is rare, In body, soul, and mind, she ' s fair; She ' s a gem of all creation, But always wishing for vacation. JEAN McCALLUM Alvinston, Ont., Box 50. A true companion and as firm a friend. Who always has a fit reply For any question passing by, Of bounding step and sparkling eye? Jean. Who always is a lively sport When on or off the tennis court, Spends freely till her funds run short? Jean. LEOTA McCALLUM Belmont, Ont. Broad in mind, tall in stature. Bad at times, but good in nature. From the Belmont Continuation School, Leota graduated in ' 22. She found she could not stay away from school, so drifted into L. N. S. in ' 23. Her bright disposition has won for her many friends at L. N. S. May success be hers in ' 24. It ' s the song ye sing, and the smile ye wear That ' s making the sunshine everywhere. Margaret finished her Collegiate course at Strathroy. A girl of dreams! Afar off in the future something beckons her. What can it be? Is it a vast musical career? MARGARET MCCARTHY Granton, Ont. Her hair is black and so ate her eyes Which perhaps accounts for her being so wise. Margaret received her Public and High School training at Lucan. She is attending Normal now and proving that Lucan is right there with brilliant students. Next year without a doubt Marg. will be reflecting her cheery disposition in some little red schoolhouse. JEAN MacCOLL Petrolia, Ont. There is more in her than thou understandest. Jean was born in the hard oil town of Petrolia, where she received both her Public and High train- ing. A good sport, an earnest and diligent worker in all things characterized her life, both in and out- side of school. EDNA McCOWAN Brucefield, Ont. She has wit, song and sense. Mirth, sport and eloquence. Ted ' s bright smile and sparkling eyes have brightened the dull clouds of many a rainy day. She spent four merry years in Clinton High School. She took an active part in the social life of the school. r. Mccracken Strathroy, Ont . Let ' s go. She ' s happy, gay and full of fun, Caring little when work is done, A teacher to be in a little while, Facing difficulties with a smile; From Strathroy to us she came, Golden haired and of Irish name. 41 FORM VIA. I. MacGregor, M. McDougall, E. McC owan, A. McPherson, I. McDowell, K. McDonald, V. Mallough. G. McLean, I. McCracken, A. Marsh, A. McMaster, V. McCurdy, J. McRae, I. Mabee. J. McGregor, J. McKay, E. Mclntyre, J. McKenzie, N. McDonald, M. Malone, A. McGiUicuddy. 42 MISS McCURDY Vienna, Ont., R. R. No. 2. Her earliest ambitions being centred in teaching, Vivian has at last attained her desired end. She spent her H. S. days in Vienna, proved a very efficient Normal student, and she will in time prove just as efficient a teacher. MARGARET Mi DERM AN I ) Pt. Burwell, Ont., R. R. No. 1. A yawn to start the day with. And a smile to see it through. What the little red schoolhouse at Lakeview started, Port Burwell High School continued, and Moulton College finished. Peg. has been an active worker at London Normal, where she has made many friends. E. KATHLEEN McDONALD Croton, Ont. Thou art an independent mind With soul resolved and soul resigned. Kate obtained her Normal Entrance at Dresden C. S. in 1921. Since coming to London she has been a very energetic and industrious student. We all know her cheery ways will win her many friends, as they always have in the past. NELLIE B. MacDONALD R. R. No. 2, Petrolia, Ont. She is neat and complete From her head to her feet. Nellie opened her hazel eyes a few miles east of Petrolia and was a member of the Petrolia High School, where she specialized in Mathematics. Her many sterling qualities have been appreciated dur- ing her year at Normal. MISS MARY McDOUGALL Whenever you are tempted to do something naughty, Just look in the glass and count up to forty. Mary is a live wire, enjoys a good time, and usually helps to make one wherever she is. She hailed from Komoka and attended the Strathroy Collegiate, where she obtained her Junior Matricu- lation. irene m. Mcdowell Thamesville. R. R. No. 5. Her winning smile won many friends. Irene comes from Thamesville, where she ob- tained her Normal Entrance in 1921. At Normal she has been an enthusiastic student, and her personality has won many friends. We trust that she will gain many more in years to come. ALMA F. McGILLICUDDV Watford, R. R. No. 8. Tall of stature, but full of pep and ambition. Alma received her early education at S. S. No. 10, Warwick, and Watford High School. For the past year she has been attending London Normal School, and bids fair to become a good teacher. JEAN MacGREGOR Longwood, R. R. No. 1, Ont. I ways merry and bright, A true friend and a real sport. Little Jean gained her Normal Entrance in Mt. Brydges C. S.; from whence she came to London. As a teacher-in-training she has worked very en- thusiastically. Her pleasant Wee person has gained many friends and here ' s hoping she finds many more. ISABELLE MCGREGOR West Lome, Ont. Silence is golden. After graduating from West Lome Continuation School, Isabelle found herself lost in the whirl and swirl of Normal life. She is a good sport, an in- dustrious student and will be a successful teacher. May luck be yours! ELIZABETH McINTYRE . I chatter, chatter as I go To join the brimming river, Exams may come and exams may go, But I go on forever. Beth graduated from Dutton High School in ' 22 ' with more firsts than anything else. By the end of June she will be able to help others to join the Dutton High School. Unfortunately Beth ' s health failed, and she was unable to complete the course. JEAN MacKAY Ingersoll, Ont. Restless as the sea, But full of mirth and wisdom. Ted. came to the L. N. S. from Banner to learn the newest methods of beguiling the young feet of Ontario along the paths of learning. Interested in sports, especially soft ball, her lively tongue often settling disputes in favor of home team. JESSIE McKENZIE Petrolia, Ont. Being gooJ is an awful lonesome job. Jessie first opened her blue eyes in Petrolia. She attended the Public and High School there, where she obtained her Normal Entrance in 1923. Jessie was a keen follower of all sports, especially basketball. jean Mcknight Alymer, Ont. Always merry, always bright. A true friend and a real sport. Aylmer High School lost a very efficient mem- ber when Jean graduated in 1923. During her year at London Normal School she has taken an active part in the sports, also in the social activities. She has won many friends and success is in store for her. Good luck, Jean! MARJORIE McLAREN Ridgetown, R. R. No. 2. She hath a most discerning mind. At Morpeth, then at Ridgetown, She ' s always been the same; And next year when she ' s teaching, She ' s sure to play the game. GLADYS MacLEAN Kippen, Ont. Small of stature, but full of pep and ambition. Gladys comes to us from Kippen. Her child- hood days were spent at S. S. No. 2, Tuckersmith; from thence she wandered to Seaforth and Exeter to finish up. Mac lives up to the old saying, Good goods is done up in small parcels. 43 CORA McMASTER Better late than never. But better never late. Cora obtained her early education in the small town of Wardsville. From thence she came to the L. N. S., where oft she powdered her fair nose while studying arithmetic. In the near future Cora will prove a genius at teaching promptness to tardy boys, her authority — bitter experience. ADA McMASTER Petrolia, Ont. What I will, 1 will, and there ' s an end, Ada pondered so deeply and with such good effect in the Petrolia High School in 1923 that she is now a bright and shining light of London Normal School. agnes Mcpherson Port Stanley, Ont. JEAN McRAE Wardsville, Ont. Let others hail the rising sun! Jean received the rudiments of her education at the Wardsville and Dutton High Schools. Later we find her at the Western U., from whence she entered the L. N. S. in 1923. Canada ' s education is improving, due to such as Jean. IRENE MABEE. O, June, O, June, that we desire so. Wilt thou not make us happy on that I ay. Irene was a graduate of Ingersoll C. I. Her ambition is to be a graduate of the L. N. S., to teach others what sometimes proved a joy to her. VELMA MALLAUGH Where there ' s a will, there ' s a way. Yelma, one of the far-famed graduates of London Central Collegiate, comes to the Normal School to add more to her already large stock of knowl- edge. She is a hard worker, good teacher, and her many friends wish her success MARJORIE MALONE Iona Station, Ont. Always cheery, always bright, Never weary, never tight. Marjcrie received her schooling at Duiton High School, and although handicapped by much sick- ness she did not get discouraged, bu f kept up her studies, thence her success as a student. ANNE MARSH Gentle and amiable, yet full of fiyht . Anne Marsh, after receiving her High School education at the London Central Collegiate and Dorchester, entered the London Normal in train for a teacher. Good luck to you, Anne, in all your work ! B PISS IE MARSH Mooretown, Ont. Cheerio. That ' s me! Our estimation of Sarnia Collegiate has soared. Lo! Has it not given us Bessie? As a player on our basketball team she earned her star, and as a student does credit to the school. MARION C. MARTIN Lucan, Ont. I came, I saw, 1 conquered. Her Public and High School education was ob- tained in Lucan. Ik-re she won main honors in her work. Moie will make a good teacher and a be- witching community worker. marie-Anne MOSSK 77 Janisse Ave., Ford. Always bright, always cheery. Never cross, never weary. At Stoney Point Marie-Anne first bobbed up her little curly red head and smiled. From Ford, she pursued the flowery path of knowledge to St. Mary ' s Academy, Windsor, graduating in 1923. Her pleasant smile wins her many friends. ELVIRA MATTHEWS Delaware, Ont. Wearing all the weight Of learning lightly as a flower. Elvira came to us from Delaware Continuation School. She was a member of the school basketball team. .We wuh her as much success in the future as she had in the past. ALICE MILLER Alymer, Ont. When she will, she will, you may depend on ' t, And if she won ' t she won ' t, and there ' s an end on ' t. The Aylmer H. S. lost a clever student when Alice graduated in 1923. During her year at L. N. S. she has won many friends who join in wishing her good luck for the years to come. HILDA R. MINIELLV Wyoming, Ontario. Always kind, always cheery. Never cross, and never weary. Having completed her early education at Wyoming and Petrolia. Hilda came to L. N. S. to conquer the teaching profession. During her sojourn here she industriously completed her assigned projects. Xuff said! VIOLET E. MINIELLV Wyoming, Ont., R. R. No. 2. That good things are done up in small parcels. Vie received her early education at F.larton Public School. Warwick and Watford High School. She is now attending the [,. N. School, and her success as a teacher is quite evident. ESTHER MISTELE Rodney, Ont. Can her eyes say. Stop! Look! her s could. Esther Mistele is a graduate of Rodney Con- tinuation School. Since coming to Normal she has taken a prominent part in the activities of the Literary Society, Glee Club and orchestra. Esther is a talented musician. 44 FORM vm K. Price, P. Pollard, V. Ouelette, M. Moody, H. Murray, E. Matthews, E. Pierce. E. Petherick, L. Ratz, O. Plato, B. Pardo, R. Newman, M. McLaren, G. Murray, E. Pickard, M. Martin, B. Marsh, A. Miller. M. Masse, A. Osier, K. Noonan, V. Minielly, M. Mitchell, M. Ogg, L. Polley, H. Minieily. 45 MORNA MITCHELL Box 474, Wallaceburg. It ' s up vi ' the Bonnets of Bonnie Dundee. Convict 265 was banished frae Dundee about 190(i. After doing time in Montreal and Wallace- burg, she was allowed to enter L. N. S. There she reported the gossip of Form VI., and supervised the decorating for the At Home and Stratford Reception. Scotch — dinna forget. MARJORIE MOODY Highgate, Ont. Think only of work, it ' s all that ' s worth while. Marjorie graduated from Highgate Continuation School in 1922. She found life too quiet and lone- some at home, so she decided to attend L. N. S. Here she burned the midnight and early morning oil in hope of success. HELEN MURRAY Box 2, Goderich, Ont. A tender heart, a will inflexible. Gladys Murray hails from Goderich Collegiate, where she displayed great talent in languages. She has proven her musical talent as well as many others during her term work. We wish her success in her future work. HELEN MURRAY Wilton Grove, Ont. Cool, unperturbed by rush and hurry, Inclined to work, but not to worry. After three happy years at St. Angela ' s College, Helen emerged triumphant, smiling, ready for a successful year at L.N.S. Her care-free disposition and intense interest in sports of all kinds have made her as popular here as at St. Angela ' s. RUTH M. NEWMAN Muirkirk, Ont. Always reliable, always kind, She ' s always a good, true friend, you will find. Having completed her early education at High- gate, Ruth came to L. N. S. in a quest of further knowledge. Here she devoted a very faithful year to her books. We all wish Ruth much suc- cess in the profession. KATHLEEN NOONAN St. Thomas, Ont. When Irish eyes are smiling, Sure they steal your heart away. Kathleen Noonan — sounds Irish, doesn ' t it; and she is, begorra. Take a pair of blue-black lashed eyes and a generous sprinkling of freckles on the nose, and you have Kae. Oh yes! She is a graduate of the St. Thomas Collegiate Institute. MABEL OGG Tilbury, Ont. Life is not at all with no delight. She began and completed her High School course in Comber Continuation School. Serious part of the time, bubbling over part of the time, but happy all the time, that ' s Mabel. ADELINE OSIER Bothwell, Ont. Adeline hails from Bothwell Continuation School, where her attractive appearance and pleasing personality won for her many friends. She has surely proven during her term at Normal that good things are done up in small bundles. VERONICA OUELLETTE Wallaceburg, Ont. One can ' t have everything. This saying does not apply to Veronica. She is an all-round girl, clever, beautiful, athletic; and can she sing? — like a lark! Veronica made her Normal Entrance in Wallaceburg, where she was the best basketball player and was well known as a dramatic reader. BLANCHE PARDO Charing Cross The things are few She would not do In friendship ' s name. That is why we all love Blanche. She is always ready to lend a helping hand. Blanche lives at Charing Cross, but graduated from Chatham Collegiate. Her enthusiastic, cheerful nature will make her a splendid teacher. We wish her success in her work. MARETTA PETHERICK West Lome, Ont. A dandy sport with lots of go. We needn ' t tell you ' cause you know. —That ' s Teddy. In West Lome she first saw light, In the bright days of September; At school she worked with all her might, The teachers do remember. From public school she got a pass, To the large continuation class. Three years she spent In sweet content, Then L. N. S. did enter. EMMA L. PICKARD This is my work, my blessing, not my doom. Though Miss Pickard has taught before, she came back to us this year to reinforce herself. We have enjoyed having her with us, and considered her a valuable member of our student body. EMMA PIERCE Wallaceburg, Ont. Emma received her H. S. education in Wallace- burg. She is a faithful student and a fine teacher. As a member of the student body Emma has been very popular, and we all appreciate her sweet simplicity. OLIVE PLATO Springfield, Ont. Olive ' s sweet personality has won her many friends this year. She has done good work, and we know she will continue to do so. PAULINE POLLARD Mount Elgin, Ont., R. R. No. 1. Pauline comes from Yerschoyle. There she re- ceived her elementary education. She later at- tended Ingersoll C. I. Then the L. X. S. she did explore, where she hopes to graduate. LOUISE POLLEY Petrolia, Ont. She makes friends wherever she goes. Polly enlivened the dull, monotonous round of school days at Petrolia High with her delightful ways. We wager that her school will overflow with song, because she is a talented singer. 46 KATH LEEN PRICE Aylmer, Ont. I am a part of all that I have met. Kae was born in Aylmer. There she received her Public and High School education. She first thought business her career, and attended Wester- velts. How glad we are she changed her mind and entered L. N. S. LYLA RATZ Whose little body lodged a mighty mind. I. via first saw day in Fordwick. Her parents decided that she would thrive better in another town, so moved to Preston. She spent her happy P. S. days in Preston, but during her High School career she journeyed each day to Gait C. [. Then her ambition led her to join our ranks. MARIE REINHARDT Kerwood. Ont., R. R. 3. Small in stature, but full of pep and ambition. Marie comes from Strathroy Collegiate, where she took a very active part in the development and progress of this school. She graduated in 1923 and became a student of London Normal. She is a very industrious and competent student, and will make a successful teacher. DORA ROBERTSON Chatham, Ont., R. R. 3. ELLEN M. ROBINSON London, Ont. The gift of mind so clear, profound. With a sunny light on all around. Ellen attended Public and Continuation School in Melbourne. Seeking a wider view of knowledge she attended the Upper School in London. Now she has joined the ranks of the Normalites, and all success is hoped for. THELMA ROBINSON Komoka, Ont. A sterling girl who does her duty. Clings to friends and loveth beauty. Thelma received her High School training at Alma College, where she captured the Warner Scholarship, and started a brilliant career. Her talent has not been found wanting in the Normal School, where her kindly, forceful personality has won her a host of friends. We wish her every success. ETHEL ROSS Blenheim, Ont. Always reliable, always kind. She ' ll make a good, true friend, you ' ll find. Ethel spent her childhood in the sunny Isle of Cuba, but received her education in Blenheim. Kent County, where she always held a high stand- ing. This she maintained in her teaching in the L. N S. Her unselfish disposition has made her many friends. MRS. ROSS Blenheim, Ont. What is life but an endless flight of winged facts or events. Mrs. Ross liked teaching so well that she is starting over again. After several years in Cuba, she is renewing her youth by a course in the London Normal School. RETA RUMBLE Belton, Ont., R. R. No. 5. Some work of noble note may yet be done. Reta is a graduate of Thorndale Continuation School. She has always been known among her school friends as an earnest student, whose efforts are bringing her success at L. N. S. HELEN RUNNALLS Mt. Brydges. Without a doubt, She ' s one good scout. Helen obtained her Public and High School edu- cation at Mount Brydges. Although you do not find Helen in the conspicuous offices of school society, do not forget that it takes the one with the helping hand and ready smile to make this world worth while. VERA RUNNINGS Comber, Ont. If she will, she will, You may depend on it; If she won ' t, she won ' t, And there ' s an end on ' t. era obtained her Normal Entrance at Comber High School. Erom there she came to London Normal School. She is a very ambitious girl, will always succeed and make friends wherever she goes. Next year Vera will manage a school of her own. HATTIE RYCKMAN Delaware, Ont. There ' s more to life than work! After graduating from the D. ' C. S. Delaware, Ont., and later attending the L. C. I., Hattie decided to enter the teaching profession. Here ' s success to the utmost to a popular, jolly friend of all. HELENA SAXTON Pt. Burwell, Ont. A truer friend were hard to find. Helena gained her Normal Entrance in Port Burwell C. S. In London she has proven to be a very energetic, studious student. Her personality is exceptional — A stranger met is always a friend gained. We all wish her luck in receiving the much-deserved certificate. ELYA SCRATCH Kingsville, Ont . I speak of one from many singled out. Elva first saw the light of day in Kingsville, After completing her High School course she wended her way to the L. N. S. She is of the faithful kind, and if she keeps up her good work she will be a successful teacher. 47 FORM IVB. Hack Row (From Lett) — Helen Runnals, Helena Saxton, Mrs. H. Ross, Ethel Ross, Elva Scratch, Hattie Ryckman, S. Switzer, R. Rumble. Middle Row — Vera Runnings, Ellen Robinson, Dora Robertson, Thelma Robinson, Alma Searle, Freda Stirling, Hazel Smale, A. Sutherland. Front Row — Ella Shrigley, Ethel Teeple, Marie Rhinehart, Gladys Smith, Edith Shanks, Irene Stewart, Helen Sherman. 48 ALMA SEARLE St. Thomas, Ont. She has the wit to hatch a pun. to tell a story. Witty and clever, that ' s Alma. Her ready wit and cheerful disposition have won her many friends. Alma spent her early years in Ripley. Her High School days were passed in St. Thomas, where she graduated from the S. T. C. I. EDITH SHANKS Blenheim, Ont.. R, R. 2. Graciousness, serenity, wiseness, Virtues so combined As to render her to school or man. A truly lucky find. Edith hails from Ridgetown, where she has always been held in great esteem by her many friends. She is now anchored at the I.. X. S., where she is taking an active interest in the doctrines of pedagogy. HELEX SHERMAN Kentbridge, Ont. A shy, attractive kind of grace. Helen is a daughter of Alma College, St. Thomas, where she received her High School education. Helen ' s friendly charm has made her a general favorite at L. X. S. MARC.ARET SHILLIXGTOX 293 Horton St., London. No man has ever failed me. In fun dost excel! In work dost most well! Questions asks pell-mell, The answers she ' ll yell, Tho ' we ' ve all heard the bell! The drugs she dost sell, Whose price she knows well. Xot here can I tell. Xot all that befell. This wonderful gel. HAZEL SMALE . Wyoming, Ont., R. R. Xo. 3. Naturally quiet, she has made no enemies. Hazel comes to us from the Oil Town. She was a popular lassie there and has carried her popu- larity to London Normal. Hazel is an efficient member of the orchestra, as well as a faithful student. GLADYS SMITH 370 Evar St., London. Better late than never, but better never late. Gladys hails from the West, where she received her early education. Graduating from the London ( ' . ( I. in 1923, she turned her footsteps to the Normal School, where she may be seen each morning at N. 19, in a mad rush to the Assembly Hall. DOROTHY SMITH Granton, Ont. Night after night she bleared her eyes with books. Dorothy- seems to have the happy faculty of mixing fun with duty and making a success of both. She is also a friend worth having, and we wish her well as a teacher. GERTRUDE SMITH Petrolia, Ont. Without a doubt, she ' s one good scout. Gertrude, one of the many far-famed graduates of the old Petrolia High School, of her home town, is a great asset to our school. Although not an active member of committees, she is a real sup- porter of our school. ELLA SRIGLEY St. Thomas, R. R. 5. Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. That ' s Ella. With a light, fantastic step Ella trips along singing a song. But she doesn ' t be- lieve in partiality. She left the St. Thomas C. I. to spread her winsome smile to others. Here ' s to Ella ' s success in the future. IREXE STEWART Ilderton, Ont., R. R. 1. The girl worth while is the girl with a smile, when everything goes dead wrong. Irene graduated from Strathroy C. I. in 1923, where she won many honors through her oratorical ability, which she has shown at the L. X. S. Her motto has been Let ' s go. FRIEDA STIRLING Bayfield, Ont., R. R. 2. She ' s little, but she ' s wise, She ' s a terror for her size. Frieda graduated from Clinton Collegiate in 1922. She laughed her way through Collegiate, and rlespite the trials and tribulations of L. N S., she is still smiling. We hope the little red school- house will not deprive her of her smile. AUDREY SUTHERLAND Fingal, Ont. A good man is hard to find Audrey comes from Fingal Continuation School, where success has marked all her work. On hearing a sandy-haired youth remark, Sweeties are put up in small bundles, we gain no small idea of Audrey ' s popularity, especially with the noble sex. SADIE SWITZER Appin, R. R. 2. Always merry, always bright. A true friend and a real sport. Witchy fi rst saw the light in Appin, Ontario. Her history centres around the Melbourne Con- tinuation School, where she graduated in 1922. Her specialties are skating and tennis. ETHEL TEEPLE Woodstock, R. R. Xo. 8. Her friends are many, her enemies few. And no wonder, for she ' s never blue. Ethel received her Secondary education in Wood- stock Collegiate, where she took an active part in school duties. When Xormal opened, she left her friends at home to continue her education. Her pleasing manner soon found her hosts of true friends. ADELINE THOMPSON London, Ont. Rippling laughter, A happy smile; Listen to Adeline Singing the while. Adeline lived in Saskatchewan, but left the open freedom of the prairie for London. An ardent student in agriculture, and a veritable watch-dog over that late slip. 49 THELMA THOMPSON Petrolia, Ont. ANN WAKEFIELD Strathroy, Ont. MURIEL WESTLAND 298 Ridout St., London. Spur thee to thy goal. Thelma is a graduate of Petrolia High School, where she proved a capable student. At Normal she has been improving every opportunity. FLORENCE TILDEN Harriston, Ont. Florence Tilden is a product of Harriston High School, and certainly does credit to it. Florence is always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in distress. She bids well for a great future. MILDRED TOMPKINS Blenheim, Ont. To dance or flirt is very wrong. I do! Girls chase learning, work and song. I do. You would think I had a lot of fun. I do. Hildred came from Ridgetown, where she at- tended High School. Tommy she was known as there, and Tommy she remained at Normal. Her favorite subject was History. Next to History came basketball. EDITH TUCKEY Komoka, R. R. 4. A merry heart that laughts at care. Such was Edith ' s disposition during her High School career at the Lobo Continuation School. Since then she has journeyed to the London Normal School. Here ' s wishing you every success in your profession, Edith. MURIEL VANSTONE Byron, Ont., R. R. 1. Ambition is the highway of success. After Hitting around between London Collegiate and St. Angela ' s College, Muriel finally emerged with her Entrance to Normal and Matriculation. She graduated from St. Angela ' s in 1922. The next fall she entered Normal School to become an efficient school mistress. And raven locks had she And dark brown eyes. Ann graduated from Strathroy Collegiate. Athletics was her specialty. Can she guard? I ' ll say she can ... so well that she was president of the Girls ' Athletic Society and captain of the Girls ' Basketball Team. Ann pretends to be a confirmed old maid. Can you imagine that. ' ' ? ? ROSAMOND WALLACE Woodslee, Ont . Plays well the game and knows the limit. And still gets all the fun that ' s in it. Wallie hails from Woodslee. Essex H. S. claimed her during her High School career. She is now anchored in the harbor of L. N. S., where she has won for herself many friends. We hope that she will sail from here with flying colors. MARY WARREN Longwood, Ont , R. R 1. God bless the man who invented sleep. Mary graduated from Melbourne Continuation School, and will, no doubt, become an efficient teacher. One thing she deems essential to good teaching, is plenty of sleep. HELEN WATSON Dresden, Ont. A loving heart is the beginning of all knowledge. Helen graduated from Dresden Continuation School, where she attained high honors as a student, besides being held in esteem by all her fellow pupils. ALICE WEED Alvinston, Ont. Her hair is short. And so is she; She ' s just as merry As she can be. Alice comes from the little town of Alvinston, where she gained the knowledge which fitted her for Normal School. She is a steady worker, but likes a good time. As for teaching — she delights in it. A shy. attractive kind of grace. Though quiet, she has oft delighted us through- out the year. Muriel is a London girl, and a gradu- ate of London Central Collegiate. We wish her success in her chosen profession. LORETTA WEIGLE 84 Stanley St.. London. A sunny disposition is the very soul of success. (Mat ' hews.) Loretta Weigle received her elementary education at St. Peter s Separate School. Later she obta ned her Matriculation at St. Angela ' s College, where by her charming personality she won many friends. EVELYN WILLIAMSON Watford, Ont With mirth and laughter let old age come. Evelyn comes from Watford, where she attended the Public and High Schools. At High School she proved every efficient as referee for the basketball team. Success as a teacher is assured. FLOSSIE WILLIS Bothwell, Ont. She loves music. Also beauty; The nights for love And the day for duty. Flossie came from Bothwell, where she attended High School. She excelled in Mathematics. Her winning smile won friends for her wherever she went. Let us wish her every success in life. • EDITH WILLOX London, Ont. Her hair is not more sunny than her smile. Edith graduated from London Central Collegiate, and they say that, whatever the question, that lassie ' s hand was always up. 50 FORM VII. GIRLS. Miss Mary Warren, Helen Wilson, Jessie Woods, Florence Tilden, Adeline Thompson, Dorothy Wilson. Rosamond Wallace, Hildred Tompkins, Flossie Willis, Evelyn Williamson, Thelma Thompson, F.dith Willox, Anne Wakefield. Alice Weed, E ' .dith Tuckev, Muriel Vanstone, Loretta Wiegle, Winnifred Winter, Verna Young, Muriel Westland. 51 DOROTHY WILSON London, Ont. What she does she does well. And she does everything. London Centra Colleg ' ate claims no more popular graduate than Dorothy. And how can it be otherwise when we know that she has been active in every branch of school activities? Normal proudly claims her in 1924, and we wish her every success. HELEN WILSON Sarnia, Ont. WINNIFRED WINTER Hyde Park. Never worries, never frets, but always gets there. This truly applies to Winnie of Hyde Park, whom we all know as Happy. Winnie was born at Brownsville, received her education at Spring- field, and graduated from the Springfield Continu- ation School in 1922. JESSIE WOODS Thorndale, Ont. The fair young maid from Thorndale. Yes! ' tis Jessie we hail! Now we ' ll tell of her fame; Always bright, always the same; From her head to her feet She is beauty complete. VERNA YOUNG Wallaceburg, Ont. Her winning smile won many friends. Miss Verna Young is a graduate of the Wallace- burg High School. She is a real student and has a charming manner. She will be a credit to the teaching profession. CLIFFORD ABBOTT Lucan, Ont., R. R. 1. WILFRED BOLANI) Lucan, Ont., R. R. 3. RALPH BOON Bothwell, Ont. He smiles and smiles, and still may be a villain. Pete graduated from Bothwell Continuation School in 1923. His sunny disposition has won for him a host of friends of both sexes. CHESTER BRANSTON Lambeth, Ont. HOWARD BROWN R, R. 2, Ilderton, Ont. KENNETH CLARK R. R. 4, Mt. Brydges. MARY IN CLAPS Vienna, Ont., R. F. D. 1. Do what reason says is best; Do your duty and be blest. Marvin attended the Vienna High School. He is well known for his cheerful disposition. In hii third year at High, he succeeded in attaining Matriculation. Then he decided to enter the teaching profession. Weakness — Singing do — do! Pet Diversion — History Project Books. J. ELLWOOD CROWTHER Wheatley, Ont VICTOR K. CROXFORD R. R. 2, Burgessville, Ont. He holds them with his glittering eye. A worthy product of Lobo Continuation School. Hi ; extensive training in elocution work has enabled him to take active part in school and social life. Honor lessons as common as Thursdays. His only weakness is women. Look out, girls. WILLIAM M. ELFORD R. R. 3, Cottam, Ont. For where he set his heart he set his hand To do the thing he willed and bore i ' . thru. Milt ' s home is at Essex. After taking a course at Chatham Model he drifted off to the north country. From there he came to Normal, where his winning manner won him many friends. ALLAN ORBES R. R. 3. Ingersoll. Ont. ' II thou do but pierce his reserve A goodly fellow thou nndesl. Allan ' s home is at Thamesford. He received his High School education at Ingersoll. His naturally (|uiet ways made him many friends during his Normal course here. HOWARD N. GILBERT R. R. 1, Wilton Grove, Ont. Let man say what e ' er he will. Woman, woman rules him still. Our rural hero, who hails rotn Pond Mills, graduated from the London Collegiate Institute in 1923. He likes athletics as well as studies. He will make a real success in the teaching profession. 52 RUSSELL OLIDDON R. R. 4, St. Thomas. His books, his classmates, his brier pipe, These are his friends. At the St. Thomas Collegiate Russell was a faith- ful worker. All who knew him found in him a friend. While attending Normal he not only worked hard at his studies, but kept the home fires burning also. G. L. HUFFMAN R. R. 1, Mull, Ont. His beauty makes them swoon, or His beauty .... fatal ' Huffy, from Ridgetown, is the possessor of a genial nature, a splendid baritone voice, and his own share of manly graces. Though the fair sev may class him as a heart breaker, the ' boys find him a good chum. FAR I. LAMONT R R. :;. Komoka. It is better to wear out, than rust out. Farl Lamont, Komoka, Ontario, graduated from Strathroy Collegiate. Baseball enthusiast basket- ball devotee. Motto — Play the game. ' Always doing, always collecting, always moving, always directing. This combination augurs well for success. Is he not deserving? NICHOL LESULLEUR 780 Dufferin Ave., London Ont. While vanquished, he could argue still. Nick is another product of the London Col- legiate, from which institution he graduated in 1923. As a lover of Shakespeare in | articular, and all acting in general, ' Nick will advocate intro- ducing Julius Caesar into the First Reader. JERVIS LUTTON Wingham, Ont. Oh how I hate these early hours except when they ' re late at night. Jervis Lutton is a graduate of the Wingham High School. His ready wit and roguish eyes speak strongly for Ireland. Fun-loving, care-free, bub- bling over with life, Jerry captivates the hearts of those around him. and he is a jolly companion wherever he goes. DUNCAN McCOLL R. R. 1, West Lome. His honest, cheerful, smiling face. Aye won him friends in every place. The cherub first appeared near the village of West Lome, where he received the required amount of concrete material to enter Normal. While home, he is chiefly interested in baseball, hunting rabbits and other innocent creatures. Not being interested in girls, he is bound to make a good teacher. FERGUS McCOLL Wallacetown, Ont. william Mcdonald R. R. 2, Muirkirk. It is better to be wise and not seem so. Than to seem wise and not be so. W illiam hails from near Muirkirk. After gradu- ating from Highgate Continuation School, he be- came part of the mob attending the L. N. S. Ills ready wit and droll speeches made him a real live-wire among us. ILFRED MacYICAR R. R. 2, Ilderton, Ont. Sh-h! Keep it dark! Bill first made his lusty cries heard about the streets of Poplar Hi ' l. After graduating from Coldstream Continuation School, he first became a mechanic, and later came to the London Normal School. Specialties — Baseball, mechanics and bobbed hair. RALPH MARTIN Kingsville, Ont. GORDON POWELL 938 Wellington St., London. Mark you this man. We shall hear of him again. First enjoyed the sunlight of Lucan, Ontario. Having received the first part of his High School education at that place, he graduated from London Central. Of the two evils, choosing the less, Cordon is one of our strongest links. HARRY ROCKEY Blenheim, Ont. Where ' er he met a stranger, There he left a friend. Harry is a native of Blenheim — the garden of Canada. A most popular fellow we always see, And a gallant young teacher he will be. WILLIAM STEPHEN 929 Wellington St., London, Ont. ARCHIE WALKER Walkers, Ont. He is a man of few words. Hut a mighty tall thinker. Archie before entering this melting pot re- ceived most of his education in Alvinston High School. Since he came to Normal he has under- gone a great change in his attitude to girls, and so forth. Archie is a fine, good-natured fellow. 53 FORM VII. BOYS. Front Row (Left to Right)— A. Forbes, E. Lamont, R. Martin, G. Powell, H. Brown, K. Clark, N. LeSulleur, W. Elford. Second Row— C. Abbott, E. Crowther, W. Boland, H. Gilbert, M. Claus, W. McDonald, J. Lutton, J. Gliddon. Third Row— D. McColl, H. Rockey, C. Branston, V. Croxford, R. Boon, F. McColl, G. Huffman, W. McVicar, W. Stephen, A. Walker. 54 MISCELLANEO US Description MY first impression was a pair of spindly legs full of intense activity. You may wonder how I received this impression. I will tell you — disappearing over the board fence surrounding my orchard as the owner went head first into the tall grass on the other side. Roy or girl? Girl I thought, for the socks and slippers were once dainty and seemed to show a fond mother ' s hopes that a tomboy might become a pretty Polly Prim. The next time I saw her my first impression was verified. It was under very different circumstances, but I was sure that that turning, twisting, freckled-faced imp belonged to that pair of legs. One couldn ' t help but relate such a bundle of energy with them. I met her glance severely across the church, for that was where we were, and I knew she recognized me and remembered my peaches. She crimsoned from her thin little throat to her straight yellow bangs. Then she smiled and brought to view her greatest fascination — a gaping hole where two front teeth should have been. I succumbed. I was helpless. T returned the smile and we were fast friends. Marjorie K. Dohertv, Form [. JONATHAN Leech was a man whom few people liked, and fewer still understood. In appearance he resembled nothing so much as the instrument he played — an instrument easily mistaken at some distance for a slender, knotted walking-stick, a walking-stick, however, which, when touched by the tongue of the charmer gave forth notes clear, and bird-like, of such quality as to almost startle the ears of the listener. — So with Jonathan — his slender, spare body, slightlv stooped, supported a square, rather bony head, carried always a trifle askew. His hair was thin, but black as the oily machines among which he worked daily. His eyes — set deep under scanty brows — caught and held the attention of those with whom he talked. Protected by small-lensed glasses, his eyes philosophized and censured the world about them. They were the blue, granite eyes of the man who sees through and beyond the commonplace vanities of things as they seem. Just as the piccolo trilled delightfully to the touch of his sensitive fingers, so the whole soul of Jonathon responded to kindly word or pleasant smile. Those who hurried failed to catch the song in the character of the little shoemaker, but those who cared to linger by were well repaid and wondered why. A. Alderson, Form. I. 56 r-CIf J l J o ' ai, ' y 4, jelly , « Mo s ffce J o comjt e c mv eo = « 57 ..M ... t ,nM.,ii...iinfii.-ii.tiiLnii ' lnitmi U i l iiH miihi.i mi. nhn,.i.nl (ifinilllrt ' -f TmiTninnTiiiim ATHLETICS Edited by S. Gemm ell, BY a unanimous vote the men of the school decided at the beginning of the term that life should not all labor be at the Normal School this year. This sentiment has been carried out during the past winter months, and our athletic program comes to a close atter a very suc- cessful season. Not only did the games afford recreation for the men ot the school, but they also kept them in physical condition to stand the strain of free-cutting exercises, coping-saw work, etc. Basketball has been the major sport at the school this year. From every standpoint this pastime has been a decided success. A splendid team was organized under the capable captainship of Karl Lamont. Numer- ous games were arranged with such teams as the Y. M. C. A. Tigers, St. Thomas Collegiate, Arts ' 25 (U. of W. O.), Victoria Hospital Interns, London South C. I., and St. John ' s Church of St. Thomas. These games were only preliminary to the great game with Stratford Normal at Stratford on Feb. 16th. The team defeated the Stratford men by 38-1 2— a remarkable victory when it is considered that Stratford had already defeated Toronto and Hamilton Normals. The return game was played in our gym. on Saturday, May 17th, and once more Fortune smiled on our team. It would be perfectly justifiable for the team to claim the championship oi the Normal Schools of the Prov ince. The members of the team deserve great credit for their faithfulness at practice and good sportsmanship during the games. To Earl Lamont, the captain of the team and centre player, should go most of the credit. Filling a position where tact and diplomacy are very necessary attributes, Earl Lamont filled the bill to perfection, and his enthusiasm and aggressive playing was an inspiration to the rest of the team. J. Campbell Webster— Danny, our fast left forward, has surprised the gallery so often with successful long shots that they soon began to be accepted as a matter of course. J. Stanley Gemmell — Scotty was Danny ' s mate in every en- counter. His accurate shots and combination were always prominent. Bruce Shaw and Jim Robinson served as a suitable wall upon which our adversaries might dash themselves in vain. These strong men were the last word in defense. Fred. Minkler, Eric Wilson and Harry Rockey did not warm the bench much, as they were very useful in any game, and were always there with the fighting spirit. Park Steadman, Ernie Kourtz, Fergus McCall and Vic Croxford also helped out the team during its early campaigns. Hockey aroused much enthusiasm among the men ot the school. Although rather late in starting, the hockey team gave a good account ot itself against city teams. In the Stratford series the team defeated the visitors here, redeeming their defeat at Stratford the week before. Park Steadman was the sturdy captain of this team, and our hats are off to him as a worthy leader of a group of good fellows. The other hockey players were: McVicar (goal), McColl, Croxford, F. McCall (defense), H. Brown (centre), G. Sillery, H. Gilbert, H. Rockey, C. Webster (wings). Now that spring is here, soccer and baseball teams are being organized. It is to be hoped some games may be arranged in these branches of sport, also, and that the results will be as satisfactory as they were in basketball and hockey. We have had a great year together, fellows, and when you go to your schools in the fall, carry on in the same sportsmanlike manner as you have done in London Normal School athletics. Back row, standing — E. Wilson, B. Shaw, S. Gemniell. Middle row, kneeling — J. Robinson, J. C. Webster. Front row, sitting — H. Rockey, E. Lamont (Captain), F. Minkler. 60 Basketball — Boys ' Ri les. THE basketball season began at the London Normal School about three weeks after school opened, when a challenge was accepted from Arts ' 25. In spite of the tact that the team had been organized only a tew days previously, under the coaching of Karl Lamont, the result was a complete victory for the Normalites. With such victories to their credit as those over Westervelt School and Smallman-Ingram teams, the L. N. S. quintet met the Shamrocks. Although the Shamrocks were outscored at the end of the first period, the final score showed that the Normalites, although defeated, were still capable of piling up a respectable score. After this defeat, games were played with First Methodist, Knox Presbyterian, and University teams, most of which resulted in victories. In the home-to-home events in Stratford, the team exhibited its usual combination and shooting ability by a victory of 19-6. The final victorv of the season was accomplished when the team met Stratford Normalites on their own floor. Here the checking ability and speed of the London quintet was impressibly displayed. Line-up. Jean McKnight — Captain — centre. Jean ' s height and speed has proved a valuable asset to the team in all its encounters. Jean Boyes — forward — The shooting star of the team. She piled up a score in every game. Jessie Boyes — forward — Jessie ' s opponent might consider herself a minus quantity. Her shooting ability cannot be estimated too highly. W. Elborne — defense — Hon ' s checking ability made her a prominent member ot the team. She never lost sight of her opponent. Edited by V. Gregory Bessie Marsh — defense — Bessie, the whirlwind, could play any position on the team. Marj. Doherty — defense — Marj. made her presence felt in every game by her hard checking. Girls ' Rules. The girls ' rules team was not organized until a month after school opened. The team was formed after receiving a challenge from Strathroy Collegiate. Mr. McKone ' s well-coached team met Strathroy and played a hard game. The result, however, was defeat for the London team, but the fast playing in this game gave promise of some brilliant victories in the future. Later in the s eason the team met the East Collegiate sextet. The combination of the Normalites worked to advantage in this game, and another scalp was brought home. In the return game with the East Collegiate, the team again brought back a victory, through hard playing and several star shots. Several games were played with London South Collegiate team, and respectable scores were in evidence on both sides. Several minor games were played throughout the season, and, in spite of the lack of practice, a greater part of these games went to Normalites. Velma Gregory — Captain — centre — Velma proved herself to be a worthy captain. She displayed great organizing ability as well as being a distinguished player. HOYS ' RULES BASKETBALL TEAM CJ i r 1 s ' Athletic s — Contin ued Girls ' Rules — Continued Electa Beamer — forward — Electa was small, hut she was fast, and had a great faculty of tossing the ball into the basket. Isabel Baine — forward — Isabel played good combination, and her plays always worked to advantage for the team. Veronica Ouelette — forward — Veronica ' s mid-field shots made her famous on the basketball field. Marg. Gardner — defense — Marg ' s speed and her defensive plays spoke fo ' r themselves in every game. Ann Wakefield — defense — Ann showed a great capacity for checking, and played good combination. Bessie Marsh — utility man — Bessie played any position on the team, defense or forward, rilling them all with equal capacity. Irene Stewart — defense — Irene ' s checking ability made itself felt in every game she played. 6 I GIRLS ' RULES BASKETBALL TEAM One of our model schools. Unless a school or class is well managed and governed, good leaching Cannot be done. These children enjoyed their gardening lessons. Let the lessons given on the school-garden plots be instructive and not mere drills or drudgery. Here we learned how to plant, mulch, weed, teach appreciation of nature, and how to be sociable. 65 School Fair Exhibit S. S. No. 5, Delaware. At fairs, the products should be classified according to the premium list. Form VII learning the terms used in judging Barred Rock Cockerels. We know the characteristics of a good fowl. ORCHESTRA. GLE E CLUB PART I. Back Row — K. Clarke, W. Stephen, S. Gemmel, W. McVicar, H. Brown, A. Boon, E. Elford. Second Row — E. Gallagher, R. Carrol, B. Charlton, M. Campbell. T. Robinson. H. Gilbert, E. Wilson. Third Row — C. Jelly, J. McRae, H. F.lnore, A. Thompson, V . Mineilly, V. Eraser. Front Row — H. Silvester, J. Eraser, K. McLaren, M. K. Armstrong, D. Wilson, M. Laing, K. MacKnight. r,7 GLEE CLUB— PART II. Buck Row (From Left)— I. Bowles, J. Lockwood, H. Gosnell, R. Dahl, M. McCallum, R. Cuthbertson. Middle Row — T. Thompson, C. French, M. McDermand, A. Culver, K. Mitton, L. Polley, A. Alderson. Front Row — I. Emery, E. Willox, G. McLean, R. Logan, V. Gillespie, E. Dickenson, H. Creasy, T. Baldwin. V. Croxford, R. Johnson, Mr. 7 J ercy (Director). 68 PCapt. Willis, of Wortley Road, was entertaining the Literary Society with some of Dr. Drummond ' s poems. Webster had just come in and was listening attentively when he was approached by Mr. Stevenson. The following dialogue took place. Mr. S. — Dr. Drummond? Webster (who had never heard of his poetry) — No, Mr. Willis. Inductive — Deductive. Master — Seeing is believing. Student— Oh, I don ' t know. Master — It certainly is. Student — I see you — but I don ' t believe you. Science of Ed. Pat — That was a foine sintiment Casey got off at the banquet last night. Mike — What was it? Pat — He said thot the swatest mimories in loife arc the ricollictions of things forgotten. Newsboy — Great Mystery! Fifty victims! Macdonald, passing by — Here boy, I ' ll take one. ( After reading a moment). Say boy, there ' s nothing of the kind in this paper. Where is it? N. B. — That ' s the mystery, governor. You ' re the fifty-first victim. Mr. Y., teaching geography — Name me one- thing we get from the soil. Pupil — Worms. Student Cremoving his hat at 9.30) — Er — good morning, sir. Master (removing his hat) — Late again! Student — So am I. Weather Reports. Boarding House Lady — Where is that young man of yours to-night? Isn ' t he coming? Normal Student — No; he telephoned that it was raining so hard he wouldn ' t be over. Boarding House Lady — Not much of a rainbeau, is he? Speed. Minkler — What ' s that big box on the front of your car ' Mr. Pickles — That ' s a camera for taking moving pictures. You see, I go so fast I don ' t have time to look at the scenery, and so I photograph it as I go along. Speaker at Literary Society — I am pleased to see all these shining faces before me this morning. (Sudden application of 275 powder puffs.) Miss B., teaching geography — Where is the Island of Cuba situated? Pupil — I don ' t know, Miss. Miss B. — Don ' t you know where your sugar comes from 5 Pupil — Yes, miss; we borrow it from next door. Brown — Did you hear that joke about the Egyptian guide who showed aome tourists two skulls of Cleopatra — one as a girl and one as a woman? Gemmell (being Scotch) — No, let ' s hear it. • The N. S. youth informed his lady friend, aged 24, that he was sending a rose for every year of her age. He gave the florist the order to send the girl two dozen of the finest red roses he could procure. He is a very good customer, remarked the florist to the assistant, so put in an extra half dozen. The N. S. youth now goes in another direction. N. S. Student No. 1 — This pudding is a sample of the new boarding house. What do you think of it? N. S. Student No. 2 — I call it mediocre. N. S. Student- No. 1 ■ — You ' re wrong, it ' s tapioca. For Boys Only. • l,u|)i]) iioa ji [jiJ? e aq l ( up|no noj s;m puaa p|no.w noA. .wau j 69 Valedictory- 1 McKay wils ON . I am a part ol all that I have met, yet all experience is an arch wherethro ' gleams that untravelled world Whose margin fades forever and forever as I move. IT was September 25, 1923, when we assembled within the vener able pre- cincts of the London Normal School, which we have since learned to love and honor. We gathered from a wide range of territory, and most of us were strangers one to the other. How eager were our anticipations and how varied our emotions! There was, however, a firm, universal resolve to strive and succeed, a resolve which has transformed itself into achievements proportional to our efforts. How much have our achieve- ments depended upon our associations! Have we not met those whom we respect tor their ability and value for their steadfast friendship; anil is not that friendship thus created worthy of perpetuation? The experience gained at Normal is inestimable. We came in our self-sufficiency and now, after the months have rolled by, we have come to a fuller realization of the meaning of education; we have learned to ap- preciate the responsibility which rests upon our shoulders, namely, that of guiding the uncertain footsteps of the younger generation in the path of better citizenship. What an important responsibility it is! To mould the lives of the boys and girls who are to be the men and women of to-morrow is one of the highest and most sacred of God-given privileges. It behooves us to look well to ourselves as we face our responsible task. Bailey has said: I.et each man think himself an act of God, His mind a thought, his life a breath of God; And let each try, by great thoughts and good deeds, To show the most of heaven he hath in him. During the school year we have increased in knowledge, wisdom, ability and skill under the direction and oversight of the painstaking Normal Masters and the able staff of critic teachers. They have spent their time and energy on our behalf to prepare us for our vocation, and we, in turn, will show our appreciation of their thoughtfulness and foresight in doing our part in the days that lie before us to sustain the reputation of the London Normal School. If at times we seemed to be merely exposed to lectures, and tardy and disappointing in our reaction, we hope the staff will remember that we are but human and subject to all the weaknesses that beset the human frame. If we have failed to show our appreciation of the kindness and consideration accorded us, let us remember that even though at times the road seemed rough and our burdens overwhelming, the school staff were putting forth their best efforts in our behalf. All honor to them! The social life of the L. N. S. has constituted no small part of our school year. Early in the fall term our form parties materially helped to break down the wall of reserve and unite us in the bond of student good-fellowship wherein, One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. Our weekly Literary Society meetings have proved a valuable asset to us as teachers-in- training. Here we were led to observe all the intricacies of parliamentary procedure: here obscure talent was brought forth to flourish, and skilful hands and pleasing voices afforded us much enjoyment. On the campus we found another form of social intercourse. In our games the bond of comradeship and an enthusiastic school spirit were developed. What matters it that we were not always the winning team! There is no dis- honor in fair defeat. As Rvron so aptly puts it, — In play there are two pleasures lor your choosing — The one is winning and the other is losing. With the arrival of spring in all her glorious brilliancy of light anil color, we have again resumed our outdoor activities, both in work and play. May we always cherish this accumulation of tacts and wisdom obtained Irom our contact with Nature as an accessible storehouse from which we may draw as the occasion demands. However, The inaudible and noiseless toot of Time moves on in its ceaseless course and the season has come tor our departure to widely sepa- rated places. If we have been truly faithful, we should have a good prep- aration for our chosen profession. Who is there who will stand up and say that his mind has not been broadened, his viewpoint enlarged, and his mental and moral being strengthened by his association with a staff and student body such as the London Normal School has boasted of in 1923-24? Such a combination ot mental and physical activity and strength should serve as an inspiration to the most cynical. Surely, inspired by such a dynamic force as the glowing possibilities ot eager youth, we should go out from this Normal School with the will to do, the strength to carry on, and the power to expand the work ot our predecessors. This is an age of marvels. The forces of discovery, research, and invention have been forging on with measured tread during the past tew years, Our civilization is seeking and reaching higher and higher levels as the days go by. Our world is becoming a better place to live in with each whirl of the planet. And who is responsible for this condition? Who, if not the men who have possessed the will to strive, to succeed, and not to yield to petty obstacles. Let us follow their heroic example; let us so live and work that we may ttike up the reins and guide the upturned faces ot our children to see the glorious light of ideal citizenship, tor, lis education forms the common mind. Just as the twig is bent, so the tree ' s inclined. 70 ON NORMAL SCHOOL WHO SERVED IN THE GREAT WAR AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF THOSE AMONG THEM WHO FELL THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE. WILLIAM JAS COURTENAY S LEWIS HONEY THOMAS WHYTE WILLI K EN FRED CARRETT JAMES A. RARE c. osborne Mackenzie GEORGE A. ' METCA-LFE RALPH W. ROBINSON CLINTON C. E. THOMSON SERVICE EARL C. W. ALLINGHAM EDWARD C. ANDERSON REUBEN ARDI ELI. ALBERT L. BAKER H. CAMERON BAYNE ALEXANDER BETTERLEY WILFRED BIS BEE RUSSELL BRADDON FRANK L. BROWN EDWARD L. CALL ACH AN WILFRED A. CAMPBELL S. STANLEY CHAPMAN VH- ARTHUR CLARK JOHN E. CLEMENT ROY CLUNAS OLIVER M. COLHOUN CYRUS F. DAY ROSWELL P. I. DOUCALL C. ARTHUR DOWNIE ROSS ERNEST DOYLE ERNEST E. EVERINGHAM MACK C. GRAHAM ALEXANDER C. GRANT WILLIAM COLDW1N CRAY WILLIAM E.HEMSTREET CHARLES HF.RR ALLAN HOGG CHARLES R. HUBBELL R. BRUCE JOHNSTONE ARCHIE P. McCALLUM GEORGE MeKAY HUGH E. McKELLAR JAMES A. McLARF.N HAROLD C. MARSHALL JOSEPH F. MARTIN STANLEY L. MILLS HAROLD L. MITCHELL M.HILTON MOLLARD CLIFFORD W. MOSSEY WM. HARVEY MURRAY WALTER C. MYRICK W. GARNET NOBLE CLARENCE I. NORTON J.ARCHIE PATTERSON SAMUF.L D. PEPPER GEORGE A. RAMSAY DOUGLAS R. RANDOLPH BERTRAM A.RIVERS RUSSELL B. ROBSON GEORGE E. SANDS HARRY A. SECORT ' EMERSON M. SHRIF.R H. STANLEY SIDDALL WILLIAM R. SMILLIE JOHN A. SMITH WALTER SPRINGETT WALTER H. STEPHENSON VANCE STRATTON HAROLD TAYLOR JOHN TAYLOR KENNETH TOTTEN HARVEY BERNARD TROUT FREDERICK C. WARD MATTHEW F. WATSON ROBERT WEIR THOMAS ALFRED WILLIS RICHARD WRIGHT WILLIAM FRANK YOUNG MILDRED ALLEN MARY CROSBIE RUBY PINFOLD ROSABEL VOADEN ERECTED BY THEIR FELLOW STUDF.N I S AND TEACHERS • 71 AUTOGRAPHS ' AUTOGRAPHS i ft