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

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1929 volume:

J pne can teach admirably if not loving his tas . -A. Bronson Alcott. THE YEAR BOOK OF CLASS 1928-1929 Published by Students of the Normal School, London Reading maketh a full man, conference a ready man, and writing an exact man. — Bacon. NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO Preface- HOW real the events of Normal days are to us now, so near and engrossing that we do not gather their full significance. We can never forget them entirely. But we all know that what seems so bright and vivid will cer- tainly grow dimmer with the passing years. With something of this in mind, this book has been wrought to preserve in picture, prose and even poetry, the life of this school year, to shape in the perspective of later days the truth of our youthful endeavour, to aid memory of friends and friendly times for company in the years to come. Dedication O the undaunted spirit of our Ontario forefathers, who laid the foundations of our great province and who in their wisdom provided at the same time for the higher education of the youth of Ontario, we dedicate this book. Page Three NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO HON. G. H, FERGUSON Minister of Education IT GIVES me much satisfaction to extend a greeting to the Graduating Class of the London Normal School. In common with other profes- sions, you are wise to cultivate the spirit of comradeship, to join together in honoring the body to which you belong, as well as the training college where so important a part of your lives is passed. Within the proper limits set for such organization and co-operation, I do not know a better influence in later days, than the friendships, mutual interests and unity of aims acquired in one ' s own school. At the close of the session you will separate and perhaps no opportunity to meet all together may ever occur. But the memories remain. They will always be in a greater or lesser degree, a factor in your mental and moral growth. The teacher, more perhaps than any other individual, will exert a powerful influence in moulding the character of the young. That is at once your responsibility and your inspiration. I wish each one of you every success and prosperity. G. H. FERGUSON, Minister of Education. Toronto, April 15th, 1929. LONDON NORMAL Page Fire NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO] A.n Introduction and an A.dieu Leave me my dreams, my visions of tomorrow — What though today holds dreams I would forget? And what though joy too often walks with sorrow? Who faces with Hope, for him no bounds are set. 1 T THE moment of this book ' s going to press, the students of J the Normal School are immediately and primarily concerned X. with preparing for the final test. I am sure, however, that between the feverish periods of study and the anxious moments of writing they find time to plan for the future, to dream dreams of great achievements to be accomplished during the years beginning next September. Middle age may sometimes be reminiscent, but youth — and I am not confining myself to the youth of years — is always prophetic. It would be interesting to hear the plans, to see the visions, to understand the dreams, to have unfolded to one the aspirations, the hopes, the ambitions that are incubating in the one hundred and forty-five heads that are circulating through the class-rooms of this institution. It is well to design for the future, but it is more important still to carry out the design, or at least to keep on trying to carry it out. Hold the line is as good a formula for the game of life as it is for the football field. I offer the good wishes of the staff to one of the brightest, most cheerful, and most promising classes that has attended this school for some years. J. G. McEACHERN, B.A., B- Paed. Master, Literature, Advanced English and History. H. T. DICKINSON Instructor, Music. Page Nine NORMAL SCHOOL MISS L. GAHAN Librarian. LONDON ONTARIO] Before the ©oli ©ance Most followers of learning and the profs- of high degree Have run to form most truly to disprove my theory; They hold no doll will ever be, though means be used right drastic, Imbued with power, nor yet with grace, to trip the light fantastic . I shall not deign to prove them wrong with scientific verses; Enough that one young charming miss has volunteered her service; Arranged about the playroom stage, her clever toys we view — Fine players they; we cannot guess that each but waits her cue. To leave her genial family, and lend her lissome self To illustrate that dolls outstrip the gymrics of an elf. But only to the favored few ' tis given to behold The wee toys frolic, as they used in fairy tales of old. Now, when this maiden casts her spell On listeners and toys as well, Ah, we shall see what we shall see, Come the mystic hour of three. — Doriss Hudson. Woodland Fairies When the Iambs play on the hillside, And the soft, spring breezes blow, The fairies awake in the woodland wide And its dark recesses glow. When the moon is beaming brightly On a sheet of crystal glass, Beauteous spirits come here nightly And before their mirror pass. In a circle on the green. When the moon is overhead, Fairies in their glistening sheen Softly dance with silent tread. Hand in hand they dance together By the flickering fire-flies ' light; Softer than the downy feather, As they act their mystic rite. Through the misty, moonlight weather, By the alders and the willows, Woodland fames dance together Ere they seek their downy pillows. —May Fitch. NORMAL THE LATE E. T. WHITE, B.A., D. Paed. Master, Mathematics and Spelling. LONDON ONTARIO Obituary IT IS our sad duty to chronicle the sudden and much-lamented death of Dr. Edwin Theodore White, our esteemed Mathematical Master. His natural gift for Mathe- matics, his high scholastic attainments, his keen sense of humor and his wide and varied experience combined to make him an admirable teacher and a most sympathetic counsellor. His early education was obtained in the public school at Oakwood, the place of his birth, and at the Lindsay Collegiate Institute. Later he graduated from Toronto University with specialist standing in Mathematics. For eight years he had charge of the Mathematics in the Pembroke High School. While here, he received the appointment of Public School Inspector for Renfrew County. After four years, he relinquished this position in 1913 to come to the London Normal School at the request of the Department of Education. To render himself better qualified for his new work, he took a course in Pedagogy in Toronto University, and graduated as a Doctor of Peda- gogy in 1922. For this degree he submitted a timely dissertation on Public School Text Books in Ontario, which he later published in book form. As a recognition of the keen interest he took in teacher training, he was elected President of the Supervising and Training Department of the O. E. A. a few years ago. During the past two years he has acted as Special Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Western Ontario, and at the Institute of Public Health. The Province generally, as well as the London Normal School, deeply mourns the loss it has sustained by the untimely death of one of its out- standing educationists. But the community in which he lived also mourns. For a period of sixteen years, the late Dr. White had rendered valuable service through the many and varied activities with which he was associated. For a time he had been Superintendent of the Metro- politan United Church Sunday School. He had been also President of the Baconian Club, and a regular and enthusiastic attendant at the periodical Canadian Club meetings. He was a member of the General Council of the Royal Astronomical Society, and had occupied the position of Secretary-Treasurer of the local branch of this Society from its inception. Beloved by all who knew him, and respected for his lofty principles, he will ever be held in remembrance for his uplifting influence exerted unobtrusively upon all whose good fortune it was to know him. J. G McEachern. NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO YEAR BOOK EDITORIAL STAFF Standing-C. Deakin, Advertising; G Sells, Biographies; M. Maitland, Biograph.es; M. Fitch, Poetry; H. Cowden, Business Manager; M. Allison, School Activities; B. Hammond, Art; R. Dennis, Advertising. Si  ' 8-J E McEachr GMsV Athletics; M. Mc.ntyre, Boys ' Athletics; Mr. HoLd, Consulting Business Manager; E. Williams, Ed,tor.,n.Ch,ef, C. Phelps, Humor; D. Hudson, Poetry; N. Montgomery, Art; (Mr. Clarke, Consulting Editor). EDITORIALS Success The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed. — Sheridan. EFORE jumping into the future, let us see if the past year has been a success. How can we discover this? It is logical to measure success by our accomplishments in academic and social fields, but those accomplishments grew only in keeping with what we put into them. While success is apparently measured by tangible results, the true criteria are our own efforts and strength of character. Therefore, we have had a successful year at Normal in the social sphere, only as we have attended the social functions such as skating parties, that famous tobogganing party, the At Home and the school games, keeping in mind the words of Horace — He has carried every point who has mingled the useful with the agree- able. We have had a successful year in the academic sphere only in so far as we have made the work our interest and our problem and have accepted the teacher as a helper, not as a task master. None of us is content with the thought of no further advance- ment. Even though we will not publicly admit it, we all cherish a secret desire to make our names famous; in fact, there are few men who have not had this ambition, but there are relatively few who have been willing to abide by the age-old truth that only As ye sow, so shall ye reap. At the end of our Normal year, let us not sit and wait for our ship to come in, but remember that — Your ship can never come sailing home. If it never has gone to sea. Page Thirteen NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO Editorial — Continued (7 HROUGHOUT Ontario, there are hundreds of schools, none of which are alike in every detail. Regulations from authori- ties may demand standard class-rooms and equipment, and regularity and punctuality of attendance. If that were all that were necessary, the ideal school might easily exi st. However, there is something that accounts for the differences in schools, something that regulations cannot create, that something which we call school-spirit. As the leader in the school, the teacher has much to do with the formation of this rather intangible requisite. Public School children have not yet acquired the executive ability to organize for social and educational advancement. They are in the plastic state, when the teacher influences, to a great extent, their choices and aims. Moreover, their ideals are found in persons, not in abstract qualities. For this reason, the teacher must lead them into the worthy life by example more than by precept. The first essential to vigorous school spirit is co-operation. For this, the teacher must formulate rules, and divide the school into classes, or working units. Co-operation for mutual good means the sacrifice to selfish ideals for social ideals that include the rights of others. Those who took part in the play know something of what it means to play as a company for mass effect. Active and progressive co-operation is the aggregate result of many units. Pride in the school, loyalty to classmates and teacher, keen participation in work and play, all help to weld the occupants into a united whole. Between teacher and pupils there must exist mutual under- standing and intelligent sympathy. The slightest sign of appro- bation from the teacher has set many a discouraged pupil on the quest for knowledge. If our lives were confined entirely to the doing of things we, like they, would be very narrow indeed. Most of our interests are acquired when we are young, and when our viewpoints are widening. The teacher should recognize this fact and strive to inspire interest of the pupils in every subject of the course. Is there anyone who will not go out with a new interest in History and History teaching as inspired by our worthy master? Is there an entrance girl who will not want to powder her nose, when she sees the teacher do so? Imitation of methods of working and habits of thinking will be evident from the first day in school. The comradeship of teacher and pupils should be cheerful, sym- pathetic, altruistic, and helpful Such co-operation makes the lives of all more enjoyable. The outgrowth of loyalty for an organisation is truth that will be carried into every path of life. Love, however, is greatest of all those qualities that go to build a true school-spirit. If the teacher does her best to foster and exemplify this social efficiency, her pupils will develop a love for their old comrade that is impossible when that person is a taskmaster. The teacher who loves her work and pupils will succeed whatever be her methods. In our ideal school of the near future, let us all try to develop a school-spirit such as we have at Normal School. Co-operation will then be spiritual and real rather than superficial. As a consequence, the problem of school management will rarelv occur. It is the duty and privilege of every teacher to build character that will mean better citizenship. Page Fourteen NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO BEATRICE ADAMS — Educated at W burg H. S. Took an active part in Ath Aim — to specialize in Primary work. EDITH L. ATKINSON — -Received her t tion at Wheatley C. I. Took a special Arte Ambition- — to obtain a BA. and specialize u FLORENCE BALK WILL — Educated at creditable standing. Sally ' s lovely voice n is going to specialize in music. DELL BALTZER— Attended H. S. at petitor for standing in general proficiency. Mathematics. Cingsville H. S. ch appreciated Harrow and Leamington. Cor Her ambition is to specialize ESTHER M. BATEM AN— Educated at Mt. Brydges, Delaware and London C. I. Former member of Mt. Brydges ' Basket-ball team. Desires to be MARY E. BATEM AN — Matriculated at Delaware C. S.; Upper School at London C. C. I. A universal favorite at Normal. Ambition — to specialize in Art. ALVA D. BURTCH— Received her education at L. C. C. I. Extensive musical studies at Sacred Heart Convent. A debonair good fellow. JEAN CLUFF — Educated at Seaforth; espe- cially talented in music. Ambition — to be a Kindergarten teacher. ISABEL P. COOKE— A graduate of Adam Beck C. I. Took an active part in dramatics. Wrote a gold-medal essay. Has a sweet and winning personality. JEAN CORE— A graduate of Pet medal speaker. Talented in music am Literary. OLIVE CORLETT — Educated at Normal, studious, dependable and alv MAGGIE CORNISH— Attended Oratory medalist; played Miss Nev: to be a kindergarten specialist. nd Special Commercia Secretary of the Firsi laring Cross and Chatha j ready to do her bit. ■ C. S. and Woodstock C. : Normal play. Ambition DORIS E. COULTER — A girl of much es- teem and truly a worthy friend. Attended St. Thomas C. I. and after graduating spent two years at Queen ' s. S. ADELAIDE DAVIDSON— Born in Goder- ish township, Huron County. Graduated from Goderich C. I. A smooth and steadfast mind, Gentle thoughts and mild desires. Page Fifteen NORMAL SCHOOL, LONDO N T A R I O VIOLET HOLDEN — Born at Lakeside. Edu- cated at Woodstock C. I. Prominent in School sports; Captain of Form Basketball Team. DOROTHY HORNE — Educated at Chatham :ed especially in English and the lition — to be a Dietitian. DORISS M. HUDSON— Matt School at London C. I. Dramati Westervelt ' s. Ambition — Journal EVELYN JOHNSON Favorite subject — Math ' and II. MARION JOHNSON — Educated at Ridgetown H. S. Household Science Course. A popular student. Ambition- culated from Ilderton C. S. at fifteen. Upper :s at Institute of Musical Art. Attended ilism and Dramatics. ated at Watford H. S. Was home last year. Ambition — successful teacher of Grades I MILDRED J. JOHNSTONE— Educated Seaforth C. I. Active in School Sports and Soc: functions. Ambition — High School teacher. EDITH M. KILPATRICK— A girl to all her friends most dear, Took a Special A graduate of St. Thomas C. I. A model teachei -to be a Reader. OLGA KNIGHT — Educated at Seaforth and St. T homas H. S. Debater for St. Thomas in W. O. S. S. A. Carried the slip for Form II. Intends to specialize in English. MARJORIE LIP3ETT d at Normal, reporter to -Graduated from L. C. C. I. Normalite for Girls ' Athlei GRACE LEARN— Educated at E ok Upper School at Woodstock C. I. :lmont and Ambition MELISSA LONGFIELD— Attended Ingersoll C. I., where she won Senior Girls ' Championship in Athletics. At Normal played on basketball team. Delighted the audience at the play with her vocal ability. TILLY McCORMICK— Born near Parkhill. Attended H. S. at Parkhill. Was debater. Interested in History and English. ISABELLE M. McKAY — Attended Wood- stock C. I. Entered finals in W. O. S. S. A. debat- ing series against Alma College. Active in L. N. S. Literary. Interested in music. HESTER L. McKERRALL— A graduate of Chatham C. I. Was Little Miss Muffet m Form II play. Ambition — to specialize in Lan- NORMAL SCHOOL, LONDON, ONTARIO VIOLET HOLDEN — Born it Lakeside. Edu- cated at Woodstock C. I. Prominent in School sports; Captain of Form Basketball Team. DOROTHY HORNE — Educated at Chatham C. I. Interested especially in English and the Sciences. Ambition — to be a Dietitian. DORISS M. HUDSON— Matriculated from Ilderton C. S. at fifteen. Upper School at London C. I. Dramatics at Institute of Musical Art. Attended Westervelt ' s. Ambition — Journalism and Dramatics. EVELYN JOHNSON- Favorite subject — Mathcm and II. MARION JOHNSON — Educated at Ridgetown H. S. Took Household Science Course. A popular student. Ambition — to be i MILDRED J. JOHNSTONE -Educated at Seaforth C. I. Active in School Sports and Social functions. Ambition — High School teacher. EDITH M. KILPATRICK— A girl to all her friends most dear, Both conscientious and sincere. A graduate of St. Thomas C. I. A model teacher. OLGA KNIGHT — Educated at Seaforth anc St. Thomas H. S. Debater for St. Thomas ir W. O. S. S. A. Carried the slip for Form II Intends to specialize in English. MARJORIE LIP3ETT — Graduated from L. C. C. I. d at Normal, reporter to Normalite for Girls ' Athle C.C. I. I ability. GRACE LEARN— Educated at Belrr ok Upper School at Woodstock C. I. and MELISSA LONGFIELD— Attended Ingersoll C. I., where she won Senior Girls ' Championship in Athletics. At Normal played on basketball team. Delighted the audience at the play with her vocal ability. TILLY McCORMICK— Born near Parkhill. Attended H. S. at Parkhill. Was debater. Interested in History and English. 1SABELLE M. stock C.I. Enterei ing series against Al: Literary. McKAY — Attended Wood- finals in W. O. S. S. A. debat- la College. Active in L. N. S. ted i HESTER L. McKERR ALL — A gradual Chatham C. I. Was Little Miss Muffet Form II play. Ambition— to specialize in guages. Pdge Seventeen NORMAL SCHOOL, LONDON, ONTARIO WILMA M. WILLIS— Born near Bothwell. Won second Carter Scholarship for Lambton County in ' 28. Ambition — to attend University, OLIVE WORKMAN— Born at Tuckersmith, Huron County . Attended Hensall and Exeter H. S. Is going to specialize in French and Art. MARJORIE S. STEA DM AN— Graduate of Petrolia H. S. Bookkeeping a specialty. A. worker in school and social activities. Her ambi- tion is to specialize in English and French. ALICE J. TAYLOR— Attended Belmont C. S. Spent a year at St. Thomas C. I. Won Carter Scholarship. MARGARET I. THOMPSON — Attended Oil Springs C. S. Petrolia H. S. Ambition is to specialize in mathematics and study i EILEEN TURNER— Born in Stanley Township. Graduated from Seaforth C. I. ' 27- Chiefly interested in Language and History. S C KENNETH J. BROWNE Ross-on-Wye, England. E Motto— Service. -Our Pianist, be HAROLD A. COWDEN— Educated in Wrox- eter C. C. and Wingham H. S. Business Manager of the Normalite and the Year Book. Excellent business ability. Ambition — a successful teacher. Mr. Hardcastle R. CHARLES DEAKIN— Has travelled England. At one time engaged in Social Sexvic President, first term; President, second term Motto — Social Efficiency. THOMAS HEYWOOD— Educated in Exet Orator. Hobby is baseball. Pastime is moose -Attended Wheatley C. S.; played t , Second Lit. Executive. A good tinar Lit. Vice- - the play. KEITH LECKIE— A giant in inte as in stature; a fine athlete. A Electrical Engineer. MURRAY J. McINTYRE— A sii a good sport. He early proved himsel hshed debater. At Normal, a strong baseball and basketball. Ambition- -upporter of -a College NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON O N T A R MARJORIE S. STEADMAN — Graduate of Petroha H. S. Bookkeeping a specialty. A. worker in school and social activities. Her ambi- tion is to specialize in English and French. ALICE J. TAYLOR — Attended Belmont C. S. Spent a year at St. Thomas C. I. Won Carter Scholarship. MARGARET I. THOMPSON— Attended Oil Springs C. S. Petrolia H. S. Ambition is to specialize in mathematics and study n EILEEN TURNER— Born i C. I. ' 27 Chiefly Stanley Township. Graduated from Seatorth Language and History. ANGELA M. VICKERD — Educated at Woodslee H. S. and Brescia Hall, London. Her ambition is to specialize in French and music. WILMA M. WILLIS— Born near Bothwell. Won second Carter Scholarship for Lambton County in ' 28. Ambition — to attend University. OLIVE WORKMAN — Born at Tuckersmith, Huron County. Attended Hensall and Exeter H. S. Is going to specialize in French and Art. S. C KENNETH |. BROWNE— O ' Ross-on-Wye, England. Educ Motto — Service. HAROLD A. COWDEN— Educated in Wrox- eter C. C. and Wmgham H. S. Business Manager of the Normalite and the Year Book. Excellent business ability. Ambition — a successful teacher. R. CHARLES DEAK1N— Has travelled widely; from Wolverhampton, England. At one time engaged in Social Service work in the West. Lit. Vice- President, first term; President, second term; Mr. Hardcastle in the p lay. Motto— Social Efficiency. THOMAS HEY WOOD — Educated Orator. Hobby is baseball. Pastime is i Exeter, where he loose hunting in th vas the Champion North. JOE KENNEDY— Attended Wheatley C. S.; played on : Normal; Treasurer, Second Lit. Executive. A good financie KEITH LECKIE— A giant in intellect as well as in stature; a fine athlete. Ambition— an Electrical Engineer. MURRAY J. McINTYRE— A sincere friend, a good sport. He early proved himsell an accomp- lished debater. At Normal, a strong supporter of baseball and basketball. Ambition— a College Page Nineteen NORMAL SCHOOL, LONDON, ONTARIO ALEX. MARTIN — Educated in St. Thomas; won First Carter Scholarship for Elgin County. At Normal, President Lit. first term. Ambition —a course in Medicine. • FRANK E. MORRIS— Attended Dutton H. S. A lover of nature and the beautiful. Possesses great talent for acting. Ambition — an Arts ' CHARLES PHELPS — Edu assistant Editor of Year Book, i Science of Education. Took a major role Editor of Normalit 1 the Normal play. ] ROBIN DENNIS— Educated at Tillsonbur . At Normal, Captain of Boys ' Basketball Team and Coach of Girls ' Team. Played part of Sir Chas. Marlowe in play. Ambition — Chemical Engineer. MARION MIDDLETON— Attended C to us after the New Year from Stratford Norrr in sports. MATTIE ALLISON— Born m Scotland; came to Canada in 1927; graduate of Almonte H. S. On Year Book Staff and Lit. Executive. Excelled in role of Mrs. Hardcastle in play. Ambitious to specialize in History and English. BETH BARNARD— Happy am I; from care I ' m free; Why aren ' t they all content like me? Attended Wingham H. S. Took an active part in sports, fourth form debater. LUCILLE BEZAIRE — Born in Amherstburg; graduate of St. Mary ' s Academy, Windsor. Lucille ' s ambition is to specialize in French and NELLIE CARSON— Born in Hamilton; gradu- ate of Windsor C. I. Good Athlete, played on basketball team. ' GLADYS CHOWEN— Born in Courtright; attended P. S. thei graduate of Sarnia C. I. Gladys hopes to become a Primary Teacher. LAURA V. diploma in P. S. for excelled in Mathematics. CORBETT— Received education reatest number of points du VIOLET CUDMORE— Received P. S. edu Ridgetown H. S.; took an active part in sports. at Reader ' s; graduate of to be a Primary Teacher. META G. DARVILLE— Born in London; educated in Windsor. Ambition is to be a Vocal teacher. GLADYS C. DAVIS— Graduated from P. S. with honors and from Dresden C. S. with the highest marks. Wo n the annual class prize for Physiography. NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO MABEL DODD— Born at Calvert; attended Strathroy C. I. Has dramatic ability. Was hostess at Form III tea. JEAN DRUMMOND— Born in London; graduate from L. S. C. I. Hobby is hooks. Ambi- MARGARET A. DUNCANSON— Where ' er her footsteps She was the queen of l Graduate of Dutton H. S. Ambition — to teach Grade VI. DOROTHY G. DUNLOP— Born in Brigden, Ont.; received her education at Petrolia; took a business course. Aim — to be a dietitian. MAY A. FITCH— A graduate from St. Thomas C. I.; debater in W. O. S. S. A.; L. N. S. poetess; on Year Book staff. Favorite saying: The world is so full of a number of things. I am sure we should all be as happy as kings. KATHRYNE N. FORD — Educated at Wind- sor C. I.; Fifth Form Prefect. Ambition — to further her artistic abilities. MARY L. GARNHAM— Born at Guyshore, Ont.; received her H. S. education at Tillsonburji. Mary wishes some day to become a nurse. NORMAL SCHOOL, LON DON, ONTARIO ESTHER G. JEWELL — Esther was b Chatham; received P. S. and H. S. educa Windsor. Esther intends to make a furthei of music and become an organist. W1LMA A. KERNOHAN— Born near Lon- n. Attended London C. I., where she displayed itical ability. Where ' er she meets a stranger. There she leaves a friend. AUDREY G. KING— A ematics. Ambition— Teach. ISABEL W. LEISHMAN— Attended P. S. celled in sports and Oratory. Her reputation L. N. S. C. I. in Walkerville. Ex- by her way, She i ally efficient and full of gld A friend to all who come Cheery, sunny, blithe and EDNA M. LEWIS— A London girl who was popul, At Normal she was active in all phases of athletics. H a Physical Training teacher. FLORENCE M. LINDEN— At Wardsville H. S. active in the Literary. Specialty was Mathe- matics. Obtained part of her Upper School at L, S. C I. Ambition— to continue her musical education. MARJORIE V. C. LYONS- vood. Attended Strathroy C. xcelled in Art. MARY M. McCOR MICK— Born at Park- Graduated from Rirkhill H. S. Ambition— LETA E, McDONALD— Oratory and Soft Ball v Woodstock C. I. Took a Commercial Course at Vocai to be a Mathematics teacher. i specialize in French. Mo man employs the time yc up your faults JEAN McEACHREN— Born in Chatham. Attended Chatham C I Excelled in Science. She ' s everything good, I ' m mighty glad she ' s VIVIAN I. McELROY— Came to Normal from Alma Coll specialized in Physical Education and Dramatic Art. Received Ju Championships for sports at Blyth C. I. Took an active part i: , where she r and Senior . McGREGOR— Graduated frorr H. S. Especially interested ir t and Work in general. To strive is better than to succeed, For real success is labor. ' 1 KATHERINE G. McVEAN— Received her Middle School at Dresden C. S. Attended Brank- some Hall, Toronto, where she specialized in French and Athletics. At Normal was Form Repre- sentative, Vice-President of Lit. and prominent in Normal Athletics, NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO ANNA B. McVICAR— Born in Mosa, Middlesex County. Received Ross ' prize for highest standing on Entrance Examination. Gradu- ated from Alvinston C. S. ' 27. A cheery spirit, a cheery smile, Make Anna ' s friendship quite worth i MARGARET MAITLAND — She [ me for herself in debating and dramatic ' rnia C. I. At Normal was helpful in Lii :mber of Year Book Staff. while. ' eal rth rpret; MARY D. MARTIN — Educated at St. Helen ' s C. S. and Wingham H. S„ where she excelled in Mathematics. Ambition— to specialize in Mathematics. Plump and jolly and lots of fun, You ' ll find Mary Martin a real good chum. ETHEL NEWCOMBE— Received her P. S. and H. S. education at Ridge- town. Ambition — to study elocution. DOROTHY NEWMAN— Educated at Highgate and Ridgetown, where she graduated with a General Proficiency Scholarship. At Normal she debated ir. the School Lit. A sterling girl who does her duty. Clings to friends and loveth beauty. ViOLA O. PAYNE— Born at Appin. Attend- ed Glencoe H. S. Specialties are Literature and History. LAURA M. PEGG— Born at Battleford, Sask. Passed Entrance with honors and obtained medal. Graduated from Dresden C. S. MARY E. ROSS — Passed Entrance w honors. Graduated in ' 27 from Ailsa Craig C. To live better, to work better, That we might succeed — was her motto NORMA ROSSER— Born in Denfield. , tended Lucan H. S. Held down second base soft ball. Won Senior Championship in Athleti CHRISTINA A. RUTH— Born at Hepworth, Bruce County. Graduated from Watford H. S. Ambition — to specialize in English Literature. GERALDINE G. SOPER— Born at Vienna where she received her Junior Matriculation. Played on Vienna Soft Ball Team. A lover of Music and Nature Study. JANET A. STALKER — Always reliable, always kind; She makes a true friend you will find. Received her education at Wardsville and Dutton H. S. RENA M. STEWARDSON — Always reliable, always kind. She ' ll make a good, true friend, you ' ll find. Rena was educated at Forest. Her favorite sub- jects were Algebra and Ancient History. MURIEL E. SULLIVAN— Educated at Blen- heim P. S. and H. S. Chief interest is in the field of Nature Study and Poetry. Page Twenty-three DON, ONTARIO LOIS E. TAYLOR- Parry Sound. Educated gained a good reputation ; i French student. RUTH F TENNANT— Educated at Sarnia C. [. Debated in W.O.S.S.A. At Normal, Representative of Form V. JEAN I. TOPPING— When the heart is young, everything is fu Top was born at Ailsa Craig, educated at Beck C. I. Played guard i Basketball Team. Continued the good work at Normal. DOROTHY M. WATSON— A girl of true and loving heart. Always willing to do her part. Received her H.S. training at Lethbridge, Alta. Headed class in Mather CATHERINE E. WATTS— She has ' Mirth an and and : FLORENCE M WELLINGTON— A light heart lives long. Florence was educated at Sarnia C. I., where she was a member of the Basketball Team. At Normal she played defence on the School Team. L. MYRTLE WELLWOOD— Myrtle attended Merlin C. S., where she gained a prize for General Proficiency. She has continued her good work at Normal as one of the live wires of Form V. ESTHER A. WILLIAMS— Inner sunshine warrr.s not only the heart of the owner, but all who come in contact with it. Esther attended Chatham C. I. PredestineJ to a newspaper career, she has been editor of her school paper, the Nor- malite, and the Year Book. LILA M. WILSON— Lila was educated at Sarnia C. I. Violinist in the School Orchestr a. At Normal was Hostess for Form V. tea. : Matri VIOLET WOOLLEY— Few hearts like hers with virtue warmed. Few heads with knowledge so informed. Violet passed her Entrance with Honors. Received her Jun at Springfield. Carried the slip for Form V. at L. N. S. LAWRENCE CAVERHILL — Born at Ilderton. Graduated from Ilderton C. 6 ., where he was President of the Literary Society. Ambition— Mathe- matician. LEO. GENT— Born at Springfield. Graduated from Springfield and Aylmer RAYMOND HENDERSON— Born a Ont. Graduated from Petrolia H. S. A of the basketball team and a supporter of a Ambition — a specialist in mathematics. CARSON JOHNSON— Born at Gtaduated from Aylmer H. S. Prominent i ball. Ambition— a high school teacher. Sparta, member H. 5. A cheerful all school , Page Twenty-four NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO WESTON MacDONALD— Born at Thames- ville. Attended high school at Dresden and Petrolia. An active member of the basketball team and Tony in the play. He needs no foil but shines by his own proper light. HORACE MacGREGOR— Another from St. Thomas. A graduate of St. Thomas C. I. An active baseball player. NICHOLAS MARTENS— Born at Ekaterinoslav, Russia. Graduated from Molotchansk State Gymnasium and Gretna, Manitoba C. I. At Normal he has distinguished himself by his originality and good scholarship. FRED OSBORNE— Born at Ridgetown. A graduate of the local high school. At Normal an active member of the basketball team. Ambition — to be a biologist. Played Hastings in She Stoops to Conquer. HARLTON RAWLINGS— Born at Lakeside, from Beck C. I. Ambition — Specialist in Science. : St. Marys. Graduated JAMES SILCOX— Graduated from Sarnia C. I. Was Normalite Boys ' Sports Editor. Took a part in the play. An industrious fellow, yet full of fun. STANLEY TAYLOR— A native of St. Thomas. Graduated from the S. C. I. Is an athlete, playing rugby, hockey and baseball in Ontario leagues. A. Smile A sunny smile on a dreary day Will chase the gloom and clouds away, A merry laugh when things go wrong Will tune the heart to a glad new song; A cheery smile like a fairy sprite Will turn the darkness into light, A pleasant smile, like a June day rare, Dispels the gloom, making earth grow fair. Perseverance Nothing ever is achieved, Be it small or be it great; Nothing worthy of renown, By the men who stand and wait. Nothing ever is achieved By the men who fear to try; Nothing worthy of success By the men who sit and sigh. Keep on striving, day by day, Though the clouds be dark about; Just remember as you go. He who perseveres wins out. — May Fitch. Page Tuentyjive POETRY Wly D ear est c Boo Sometimes I open an old, worn book, A book which is sacred to me. And I turn o ' er its numerous pages And read with much care what I see. Those pages that are old, and torn. Are not pages that I ' ve read the most, But they ' ve been so greatly neglected That they ' ve lost all desire to boast. And have quietly lain in this dear, old book While the years have swept swiftly along, And page after page has been added To enlarge the book of my song. All of the sheets have numbers; Oft times they are hard to discern, As I look o ' er the many past pages I find lessons which I may well learn. They tell the mistakes and the failures Which were made by one I know well, And they show how they could be avoided, Which is more than more costly books tell. So this old book, this worn book, and faded, Is dearest of all books to me, And when I am lonesome I turn to This book, called My Memory. — Doriss Hudson. BOYS ' ATHLETICS A LTHOUGH the training given in the Normal School is primarily mental, the other factors which go to make up an all-round pro- gramme are not slighted. The physical side of life is agreeably developed in competitive sport. From the first the Normal boys showed a strong desire for this form of amusement and recreation. Softball was the centre of attraction during the early fall term. The Normal Team, lacking practice and team play, lost two exciting and hard- fought games to Westervelts. When the Basketball season opened, Softball was forgotten. The boys elected Bob Dennis as Captain and Manager. Under his direction, a team was organized. Bob is deserving of a great deal of credit for his part in the athletic activities of the school as a whole. Normal was grouped in the City Basketball League with London Life, Bell Telephone, Knox Church, Westervelt and Northern Life teams. These teams were no mean adversaries. Their chief advantage over Normal, lay in the fact that they had been practising for a longer time. In spite of this, Normal compared favorably with the others in the first half of a scheduled series of games. In the first game, once Normal got started, London Life had to work hard to hold the ten point lead which they gained earlier in the game. The final score was 30-20. Very close and intensely interesting games were played with Wester- velts and Northern Life ; in each of these Normal finished only two points down. Our team had the distinction of being the only team to defeat Knox, a strong combination team and winner of the first half of the series. The League games were completed in February with Normal holding third place among the city teams. Our team defeated South Collegiate, Beck Collegiate and Aylmer teams in Exhibition games. Each of these strengthened the team for oncoming clashes. The most enjoyable outing was our trip by bus to Stratford. Of course, we were proud of our share in a 65-9 point game, but socially, the event was an even greater success. The return game with Stratford in two weeks, showed the result of practice and our team had to work for their lead of 21 points in a 38-17 point game. NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO Athletics — Continued PERSONNEL OF TEAM Robin Dennis, Bob, as Captain and Manager, showed good execu- tive ability and was a fast forward, seldom failing to find the basket. Carson Johnson, Cars, cool, fast, and accurate in making combina- tion plays and shots; a good scorer. Keith Leckie, Leckie, centre, rarely lost a jump, developed quite accurate shooting ability. Weston MacDonald, West, a good defence man, always on guard, has broken up many of opponents ' plays. Joseph Kennedy, Joe, checks hard and pairs up well with Mac- Donald; opposing forwards have a hard time to get near the basket. Fred Osborne, Freddie, plays guard equally as well as forward; alert and quick, good in combination work. Raymond Henderson, Ray, didn ' t get in the game much, played centre; a sure scorer on close shots. Murray Mclntyre, Mac, like Freddie, a hard checking guard and a fast effective forward, unselfish in his plays. GIRLS ' BASKETBALL Evidently our girls have taken for their motto, ueni, uidi, via and they deserve much credit for their success. We have been shown that determination to win will do a great deal towards bringing success. During the whole series in the city league our girls were most for- tunate in that they did not lose a single game. The league included Westervelts, London Life and Knox Church girls. This alone is proof of their ability to play. In the exhibition games they were not so fortunate; still, one cannot always win. The majority of these games, however, ended with a score in favor of our girls. On March the ninth we went to Stratford and on the twenty-third they played a return game. The London team was victorious on both occasions. After each game the visiting team was entertained. Much credit is due to the careful training of the Coach, Robin Dennis. He spared neither time nor effort to make the team a success. The line-up was as follows. Forwards — Isabel Leishman, Katherme McVean, Nellie Carson. Guards — Alice Dickinson (Captain), Edna Lewis, Jean Topping. Subs — Florence Wellington, Melissa Longfield, Bernice Fenner, Ethel Spence. GIRLS ' BASKETBALL TEAM Standing — Ethel Spence, Edna Lewis, Florence Wellington, Nellie Carson, Jean Topping. Seated — Dr. White, Melissa Longfield, Alice Dickinson (Captain), Kay McVean, Robin Dennis (Coach), Bernice Fenner, Isabel Leishman. Page Thnty NORMAL SCHOOL LONnnN ONTARIO FIRST TERM LITERARY SOCIETY EXECUTIVE Standing — Margaret Minielly, Jean Core (Secretary), Murray Mclntyre (Treasurer), Kay McVean, Jean Grant. Seated— Alex. Martin (President), Mr. Prendergast (Hon. President), Miss Gahan (Literary Critic), Ohas. Deakin (Vice-President). Page Thiny-ane NORMAL SCHOOL LOND ON ONTARIO] Page Thirtytioo NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO CAST— SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER Seated — Chas. Phelps, Marlowe; Bernice Fenner, the Maid; Amy Flexen, Miss Hardcastle; Chas. Deakin, Mr. Hardcastle; Mr. McEachern, Director; Robin Dennis, Sir John Marlowe; Mattie Allison, Mrs. Hardcastle; Weston MacDonald, Tony; Maggie Cornish, Constance Seville; Fted Osborne, Hastings. Standing— Horace McGregor, Jas. Silcox, Stanley Taylor, Ray Henderson, Servants; Frank Morris, Innkeeper; Harlton Rawlings and Murray Mclntyre, Servants. ■ ' SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER By Oliver Goldsmith ON THE evening of Saturday, April 20th, the School scored a triumph in the production of the eighteenth century comedy, She Stoops to Conquer. The Technical School Auditorium was the scene of much excitement and enthusiasm as the curtain rose at eight o ' clock. In spite of the rather unfavorable weather, approximately a thousand persons were present. Mr. McEachren, who very capably directed the cast, introduced the play with a short speech. Then everyone waited breathlessly as the curtains were gently drawn back to disclose the drawing-room of Mr. Hardcastle ' s house. As the play proceeded, we could feel that the actors were actually living their parts and the dramatic ability of each member of the cast was very obvious. Mrs. Brickenden, of the Drama League, and Miss Gahan, our Librarian, were responsible for the theatrical make-up . Miss Mattie Allison competently took the part of Mrs. Hardcastle, while the role of Mr. Hardcastle was taken by Mr. Charles Deakin. Mr. Weston MacDonald, as Tony Lumpkin, son of Mrs. Hardcastle, was a very striking character with his never-failing humor and practical jokes. His song, the music of which was written by Mr. Harry Dickinson, was greatly enjoyed in the Inn Scene. He was assisted by Messrs. Frank Morris, Raymond Henderson, Stanley Taylor, Horace MacGregor and James Silcox. Miss Amy Flexen charming took the part of Miss Hardcastle, who stooped to conquer her lover, Mr. Marlow, portrayed by Mr. Charles Phelps. Miss Maggie Cornish suited the part of Miss Neville, who was courted by Mr. Hastings, in the person of Mr. Freddie Osborne. Mr. Robin Dennis took the part of Sir Charles Marlowe, father of the young Mr. Marlowe. The servants in Mr. Hardcastle ' s house were Miss Fenner, Messrs. Harlton, Rawlings and Murray Mclntyre. The furniture and other accessories were characteristic of the eighteenth century. The elegant costumes also were modelled after those worn at that time. The music was graciously furnished by the Royal Fusliers ' Band under the direction of Mr. Dickinson, our Music Master. Miss Melissa Longfield delighted the audience with her vocal solos. All musical selections rendered by the Band and by Miss Longfield were traditional of the days of Oliver Goldsmith. This successful event has greatly added to the pleasant memories of our year at the London Normal School. SKATING PARTY There ' s absolutely nothing like them to stir up that almost mythical school spirit! To our first skating party, which was held at the Arena, a group of not-too-well-acquainted Normal Students timidly made their way. The cause of the timidity may have been the comparative newness of their acquaintance or the fact that this was the first skating of the season. The latter was the more probable reason for the ice proved to be a common source of trouble to all present. Alex. Martin, who is a good sport, said that he would have done some figure-skating for us, but at his repeated attempts, the ice had persisted in rising up and smiting him. This cold, common cause of trouble, later in the evening, was replaced by a hot common cause of enjoyment— tomato soup. Mabel Dodd, as head of the lunch committee, proved most competent, and she was called into service at out second skating party, which was held at Thames Park. By this time, everyone knew everyone else, and the enjoyment of this party outnvalled, if possible, that of the previous one. The friendly wooden fence around the rink proved of invaluable assistance to those who were donning the silver blades for the first time. The closer acquaintance of the participants in this second party per- mitted the thorough enjoyment of the somewhat plebian meal of beans, brown bread and coffee. This replaced the aforementioned daintier luncheon of crackers and tomato soup. NORMAL SCHOOL THE AT HOME The evening of February first will long be remembered as the out- standing social event of our Normal School year— the Annual At Home at Wong s Cafe. The ballroom was artistically decorated in the school colors, crimson and gold. The dainty lights on the tables, the colored streamers and balloons, which were later freed to float among the dancers, seemed to transform the whole into an Alladin ' s Cave. On their arrival, the staff, critic teachers, students and friends were welcomed by the host and hostess, Mr. Deakm and Miss Allison. Soon the sweet strains of the orchestra announced that the festivities of the evening had begun. Many there were who tripped the light fantastic toe ' . In contrast to this whirling, happy crowd were those who chose to play bridge, but even here too prevailed the element of merriment. Getting acquainted was seemingly easy, and formal introductions became less frequent towards eleven-thirty, when lunch was served on the dimly-lit tables. After lunch the fun was continued with even more fervor, and certainly with less formality until relentless time chimed one-thirty. The success of the evening had become an axiom due to the spirit of good-will and co-operation, under the leadership of the Convener, Mr. Dennis, and his able assistants. HALLOWE ' EN PARTY The night was dark, and eerie; not even the orked maiden dared cast her pale light upon the tall stately tower of our Temple of Learning. The rainy Hyades must have been visible had it not been for the inter- vention of the ominous clouds above. It was All Hallow ' s Eve and the staff and students were resolved to observe it with full ceremonial rites. From all thirty-two directions glided dark figures. Many queer things may happen on a night when witches and kelpies are abroad, but surely never such a mysterious stream of muffled figures crossed the portentious portals of London Normal School. The lower hall was dimly lit and their Majesties looked quietly out upon the profusion of black and gold. Mystery was in the air. The LONDON ONTARIO rippling laugh from a group of maidens in the upper regions broke the awful spell. The upper sanctum of our edifice was likewise swathed in mystery, but no longer in its austere gloomy apparel. Bright-eyed Gypsies told the fortunes of bold Pirates, whilst they repaid not with weird tales of crossing the line . The shy little Dutch girl with quaint peaked hat and sabots looked admiringly on the dashing costume of the vivacious colleen. Dainty white and silver Fairies flitted past Witches, Columbines and Flower Girls. The opening ceremonies proved true to convention. The Grand March of these carefully-masked creatures began. A hardy Buccaneer, accompanied by his timorous companion, led the way from the Auditorium downstairs, upstairs and round the Science tables. Meanwhile, the staff was engaged in the arduous task of selecting the winners from this chaotic maze. When interest and suspense had reached the climax. Dr. White announced that Miss Allison, who appeared not in a kilt, but as an Egyptian Slave, be awarded the prire for the most original costume. Mr. Gent, under the guise of a funny little old lady with a queer face and genial manner, was awarded the honors for the funniest costume. A delightful programme in the Auditorium was followed by the terrible Ghost Walk. Oh, the rattlings of chains, the groanings of departed spirits and the laying on of cold clammy hands! Walking the plank never held the horrors of Following the Rope . Surely some uncanny power was at work when even the skeleton from the laboratory found its way to the basement and reared its skinny form, in the darkest, dreariest spot, grimacing eternally on all and glaring from its socketless eyes. Our bold Mephistopheles now led his terror-stricken band upstairs into the glaring lights of our gymnasium, which seemed to have already caught the festive spirit and attired its;lf accordingly. Here were liveli- ness, light and laughter, while all participated whole-heartedly in the various competitive games which followed. The ceremonies of this evening of fun and laughter were at last concluded with a midnight supper of ideal Hallowe ' en fare, partaken under the ominous glare of pumpkins and black cats. The evening had glided by on gossamer wings. Reluctant glances were cast on the scene of the festivity. This night of joviality has gone but we can still hum to ourselves — The Memory Lingers On . Page Tlnrtt- i NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO THE VALENTINE TOBOGGAN PARTY Once upon a time — February 15, 1929, to be exact — there was a group of learned scholars who decided to raise their dishevelled locks from poring over certain compendious, vellum-bound encyclopaediae, treatising on such minor details as concepts, motivation, neurons, synapses and whatnots, and for once to participate in the follies of the worldlings who cared little for their honored life of toil and study. Perhaps fifty-odd such personages thus plotted, and, at the ghostly hour of seven in the first night-watch, assembled at the Seat of All Knowl- edge . In order to combat the dangers of the world, these stately scholars donned the most peculiar armor. One of the dizzy-headed mathematicians had applied the theory of Potential and Kinetic Energy to the production of a sack, filled with feathers, on which he intended to sit. At the appointed signal, these ladies and gentlemen of learning mounted behind foam-flecked steeds and, at the terrific speed of three (or was it two?) knots a year, set out for the Abode of Freedom. Ay, these scholars cast off their studious looks to partake of the follies of this world ! Having arrived at the marvellous Abode of Freedom, an exceeding steep incline near the Seat of More-Than-All-Knowledge, these scholars proceeded to mount chariots with fairy wings. Down the precipice they swept — black particles on a vast, white sea — And what a fall was there, my countrymen, Then you, and I, and all of us fell down. Our friend of the feather bag forgot his ills in searching for his darling. An hour he searched, and more. And there it lay, a tattered, torn and shattered thing, a wreck upon the sea — his feathered friend was no more. Ah! How those studious heads did chase the glowing hours with toboggan sleds. And then the time did come to say farewell to that Abode of Freedom and to mount behind the foam-flecked steeds and once again return to the seat of All Knowledge to partake of those most elegant delicacies — steaming coffee and enrolled hot dogs. And so they spent this one lone eve in the fair land of worldly things before their volumes they once more attacked. ' Tis true that more than one did suffer ill from dismounting the fairy-winged chariots before the motion ceased. But still that group of students did that night of life another world enjoy. At last they returned to droop their heads over certain compendious, vellum-bound encyclopaediae, treatising on such minor details as concepts, motivation, neurons, synapses and whatnots. Page Thirty-seven Pa ge Thirty-eight THE MAKERS OF TO-MORROW As prophet and as prophetess, From weary studies we ' ll digress. And, as we take our pen in hand, Well tell what fate for each has planned. Upon the stage we see Grace Learn, Who from teaching soon did turn; While Nina paints as best she could — A true portrait of Tom Heywood. Pearl and Kenneth bravely stand Before the altar, hand in hand. Who in that tender voice is speaking? It is the Reverend Charlie Deakin. Marg. Minielly buys her pills From Dr. Martin who cures ills; For Jean Munroe there are no helps — For she has chosen Charlie Phelps. In Rhiems Cathedral you may hear Melissa ' s voice so sweet and clear. Now Mary Ogg and Lila Moore Sell Nursery Rhymes from door to door. At dancing Isobel earns her pence, With accompaniment from Ethel Spence. While Hester, Helen team to teach In a one-roomed school on Orchard beach. Margaret Thompson and Angela V. Teach their children Doh Ray Me, While Alice, Marion and Gladys Ross Are working for the Red Cross. Miss Workman and Miss Steadman too, Are typing for the School Review, And fate has planned that Mclntyre Miss Ida Somers should admire. Marjorie and Tillie you should see, They ' re teaching still at twenty-three. Here ' s your chance if you ' ll but try; Now, Keith and Frank, don ' t be so shy. True to work done on the side, Harold manages the Farmer ' s Guide. While Wilma, Jean, and Olga Knight Write for the Guide from morn till night. The fates of two we clearly see — Tis that of Joe and Alice T., We see they ' re having quite a row — For Joe has grown a moustache now. Now that the future we have told Of Form II students growing old, We sadly lay aside our pen — Good-bye, Old Pals — from Bob and Gwen. Form II. Boyle ' s Law Revised: If the point remains constant, the yell produced when a compass is shoved into a person is directly proportional to the pressure exerted, and in- versely proportional to the mood of the teacher at that IMAGINE ! Martha Allison losing her Scotch wit. Beth Barnard without her cheery manner. Lucille Bezaire refusing to assist her less fortunate companions in music. Nellie Carson failing to see the humorous side of any- thing. Gladys Chowen finding difficulty with a science ques- Laura Corbett unable to make a clever repartee. Violet Cudmore being late for school. Meta Darville making a faux pas. Gladys Davis without her dimples, Mabel Dodd without a full, logical answer. Jean Drummond unable to sympathise with her class- Margaret Duncanson not voicing her opinion in class. Dorothy Dunlop submitting an unsatisfactory piece of art. May Fitch unable to create a poem on demand. Kay Ford not looking attractive. Mary Garnham becoming a gossip. Ethel Gorst not seeing a little bit of good in everyone. Erma Graham enjoying a music period. Jean Grant without her winning personality. Marjorie Green inattentive in class. Mary Guest still teaching at thirty. Mabel Hossack without her work up-to-date. Esther Jewell unwilling to help a floundering classmate. Marion Middleton a grim school teacher. Irene Gilbert preparing a lesson Tuesday night. Form III. Pdge Thirty-lime NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO THE BALLAD OF FORM V. Old Form V was a class of might, In the days when school was best, By the glowing light of their hair so bright Sat Muriel. Janet and West. And Violet lifted her dimpled hand. To pass up the slip with trembling fear. Then the names rushed forth in Miss Emery ' s Rawlings, Taylor, McGregor— not here . To Mr. Clarke went Lila and Cars, Before each homeward ran, Both of them prayed for a bit of aid To perfect this Fifth Form plan, Mr. Dickinson spoke to Leo Gent, Who shouted aloud for glee, And then sang forth in key B flat — What 15 the matter with me? But a sudden change came o ' er the room As Martens took the floor; He saw Jean Topping, her pencil dropping. Fearing D. would ask for more. Jim Silcox said, in tones so wild, Please help me make this case. But Ray and Fred played on, o ' erhead, While Jim grew red in the face. For many an hour, Ruth Tennant sat, In converse with her Flo, While Myrtle Wellwood, behind them stood. And Caverhill whispered low. Esther rose at last with cheerful face, Under Catherine ' s sparkling eye. Then Rena, Lois and Dorothy stood. As the Music mounted high — And they sang: When the roll is called at Normal, We ' ll be there! Suppose that Wilma Kernohan should sell her little Ford, Or Isabelle, the tireless, should look the least bit bored. Suppose that Audrey King should wear her hair in oolden curls, Or the masters could distinguish between the Lewis girls. Suppose that Florence Linden should obstreperous row awhile, h Or energetic Marjone lose her sunny hair and smile. Suppose that Miss McCormick should look more like her Or our jolly friend McDonald was very small and thin. Suppose that Jean McEachren could not expound a question. Or Vivian had a tiny voice quite minus all expression. Suppose that Miss McGregor should fail to do her work. Or busy little Anna, her tasks should try to shirk. Suppose that tall and stately Kae no longer led Form IV, Or kindly Margaret Maitland should all her friends ignore. Suppose that Mary Martin should grow quite thin and tall, Or jolly Ethel Newcombe should never smile at all. Suppose that Dorothy Newman lost faith in Santa Claus, Or suppose our friend Viola should break the Normal Laws, Suppose that dark-eyed Laura should bleach that curly hair. Or Norma ' s golden tresses had never been so fair. Suppose that Mary Ross should lose that earnest look, Or all Christina ' s wisdom were written in a book. Suppose that Jerry Soper should break the Golden Rule — Then things would never be the same at dear old Normal School. —Form IV. NORMAL SCHOOL INTELLECTUAL CROSS-WORD PUZZLE Differs from an intelligence test in that you see the results. Horizontal 1. Used in teaching gee graphy. 5. Not there by ten to nint 8. Go into. 10. Negative answer. 11. First cousin of either. 12. Plant of Pacific islands. 14. An age or period. 16. Word meaning one. 17- A musical note. 19- Indefinite article. 20. A girl ' s name. 22. Company. 24. A Hindu god. 26. Overjoyed. 28. Plant of some order a the lily. 29. Initials (boy of Form II 30. Conclusion. 34. A minute particle. 35. A kind of broth. Vertical 1. Personal pronoun. 2. Energetic. 3. Mr. Slatter ' s long ; 4. To place. 5. Behold. 6. A preposition. 7- A message. 9. Thursday weather cast. 10. Well fed. 13. That is. 15. Royal Academician 16. To applaud. 18. To publish. 21. To affirm with o ence. 23. Lubricants. 25. Put into one sum 27- Proceed. 30. Syllable of diatonic 31. Neuter pronoun. 32. Not any. 33. No longer in bed. notability, s vord puzzle and if you ' ll find the L. N. S. {leadership, Murray J. McInty! Page Fort ' NORMAL SCHOOL LONDON ONTARIO Mr. H offer d ' s Birds of Form I. RELATION TO MAN FIELD MARKS The Whear(ley) 6elds Jack Miner ' s Sancruar Gleans crumbs, .f kn. vlc Springbank look-out lekly to Thorn(y)dale Long legs visible in flight She knows her bird- Wheeling, skipping, d.u On the line fence On the Wing(ham) Remains here rill Tilbury(s) ripen Lake Shore at Port Stanley In the far north Desulp-rv reeding habit Friendly with the Hal Loves little birdie Beneficial to the ( Slick black plumage ■ Charing Cross-roads Continuous chat Say kids, do you kno, Difficult to apptoach White head and black Gteen metallic and honk Healthy and hearty Page Forty-one Page FoTtytilO NORMAL SCjjOOL fe3LONDON ONTARIO Valedictory CD ELUCTANT as we are to face the tact, the first year of our J Normal training will soon have run its course. For many V- of us, this will not be Good-bye, but only Au Revoir and we shall look forward to a renewal of our delightful Normal associations as we return with new experiences to apply to our new work. Many of our friends will not return, but will enter other pro- fessions, domestic or business. We wish them every success in all that they undertake to accomplish, and regret to have to sever so soon the bonds of acquaintance but newly formed. In the time of youth, lasting friendships are quickly formed and mean much, so much indeed, that as we think of the parting of our ways so near at hand, a pang of regret fills our hearts. Tears, from the depths of some divine regret, Rise in the heart and gather in the eyes, I ' m looking on the friends whom we have met And thinking of the days that are no more. The school year that is about to close has been a memorable one in our lives. Although we came together as complete strangers, such a splendid school spirit of unselfish co-operation was early developed, that we now part in enduring friendships that may ensure not only pleasant memories in future days, but also many further happy associations. To our beloved Principal, and the members of the Staff, who have done so much for us, we say but Au Revoir, and we shall look forward to the resumption of their inspiring association in a few years. Their patience and sympathy have been boundless, and their difficult work with us has been done by kindness, by watching, by warning, by praise, by precept, but above all, by example. Where ever our paths may lead, we shall never forget the kindly, sym- pathetic co-operation of our masters, and our asso:iation with them will leave an indelible impression- upon our characters. May we ever strive faithfully to live up to the ideals which they have so earnestly set before us. Although we regret to come to this parting of the ways, yet we rejoice that before us lies our opportunity, the open road, leading wherever we may choose, but leading to unselfish service in that divine work, the moulding of young lives, the development of socially efficient citisens. Afoot and light-hearted, I take to the open road, Healthy, free, the world before me, leading wherever I choose. All seems beautiful to me. I can repeat over to men and women — You have done such good to me, I would do the same to you, I will recruit for myself and you as I go, I will scatter myself among little children as I go, I will toss a new gladness among them. As Merlin followed the gleam, he was led to the conception of Arthur, the blameless, standing out for flawless humanity, and he sounded his call: O, young mariner, call your companions, launch your vessel, and ere it vanishes over the margin, follow it, follow the gleam! As the gleam has led us to this school of training, so we must now continue to follow it as it leads us out from our present happy associations to a life of unselfish, unstinted service. So Au Revoir, dear Principal and Staff, dear school and friends. Enriched in experience, may we renew old associations as we return in later years for further training. — R. Charles Deakin. Page Forty-three NORMAL SCHOOL, LONDON ONTARIO First Class Students Ada Atkinson, Edith L. Balkwill, Florence H. Baltzer, L. Dell Bateman, Esther M. Bateman, Mary E. Burtch, Alva Cluff. Jean E. Cooke, Isabel P. Core, Jean S. Corlett, Olive K. Cornish, Maggie J. Coulter, Doris E. Davidson, S. Adelaide Dickinson, Alice R. Dickson, Cora Dunlop, Mary E. Fenner, Bernice A. G. Flexen, Amy Foster, Miriam, L.M. Fox, Ina Frook, Dorothy H. Card, Gladys E. Glasgow, Helen Hagerty, Evelyn O. Hammond. Betty A . Allison, Martha R. Barnard, Beth M. Bezaire, Lucille Carson, Nellie C. Chowen, Gladys I. Corbett, Laura V. M. Cudmore, Violet I. Darville, Meta G. Davis, Gladys C. Dodd. Mabel P. Drummond, Jean Duncanson, Margaret , Dunlop, Dorothy G. Fitch, A. May Ford, Kathryne N. Garnham, Mary L, Gilbert, E. Irene Gorst, Ethel M. Graham, Erma M. Grant, Jean Green, Marjorie L. Guest, Mary B. Hossack, Mabel C. Jewell. Esther G, Jones, Maribelle Wallaceburg, R. R. 5. Wheatley, R. R. 1. Kingsville. Harrow, R. R. 1. Muncey. Muncey, R. R. 1. London, 299 Simcoe St. Seaforth. Thorndale, R. R. 2. Sarma, 341 Confederation St. Chatham, 75 Joseph St. Mossley. St. Thomas, 96 Gladstone St. Godench, R. R. 2. Windsor, 1069 Moy Ave. Wingham, Ont. Turnerville P. O. Tilbury. St. Thomas, St. George St., N. Leamington, R. R. 2. Wheatley, R. R. 3. Hanover. London, R. R. 1. Port Stanley, R. R. 1. St. Thomas, R.R.I. London, 539 Dundas St. London, 443 Ottaway Ave. Bluevale. Windsor, 271 Moy Ave. Windsor, 1212 Ouellette Av Courtright. Brownsville. Ridgetown, R. R. 3. Windsor, 1091 Elsmere Ave. Dresden, R. R. 5. Strathroy. London, 51 Edward St. . Dutton. Oil Springs. Fingal. Windsor, 159 Elm Ave. Tillsonburg, R. R. 6. Mount Elgin. Windsor, 478 Church St. Bngden, R. R. 1. Windsor, 431 Vera PI. Iona, R. R 4. Ettrick. R. R. I. Thamesford, R. R. 3. Windsor, 848 Lanspeary Av Fingal. Hart, A. Jean Henderson, Edna P. Hogan, Helen Holden, C. Violet Home, E. Dorothy Hudson, Doriss M. Johnson, Evelyn Johnson, Marion E. Johnson, Edith M. Johnstone, Mildred J. Kilpatrick, Edith M. Knight, Olga Learn, Grace M. Lipsett, Marjorie V. Longfield, Melissa McCormick, Tillie McKay, Isabelle M. McKerrall, Hester L. Meek, Alice V. Miller, M. Pearl Minielly, L. Margaret Montgomery, Nina M. Moore. E. Jean Moore, Lila Munro, M. Jean Innerkip. Wingham, Box 55. Leamington. Lakeside. Charing Cross. Denfield, R. R. 4. Kerrwood, R. R. 2. Ridgetown. Clinton. Seaforth. St.Thomas,28ElysianSt. Varna. Belmont. London, 136 Wharncliffe Rd. Crompton, via Mossley R. R. Parkhill. Woodstock, R. R. 3. Chatham, 133 Grand Ave. West Lome. Watford, R. R. 7 Watford, Box 5. Chatham, 138 Harvey St. Wardsville. St. Thomas, 15 Jackson St. Alvinston, R. R. 5. Second Class Students Kernohan, Wilma A. King, Audrey G. Leishman, Isabel W. Lewis, Edna M. Lewis, Ida E. Linden. Florence M. Lyons, Marjorie V. C. McCormick, Mary M. McDonald, Leta E. McEachren, Jean McElroy, Vivian I. McGregor, Vera E. McVean, Katherme G. Mc Vicar. Anna B. Maitland, Margaret T. Martin, Mary D. Newcombe, Ethel E. Newman, Dorothy Payne, Viola O. Pegg, Laura M. Ross, Mary E. Rosser, Norma Ruth, Christina A. Soper, Geraldine G. Stalker, Janet A. London. R. R. 9. Watford. Walkerville, 167 Winden London, 265 Hale St. Strathroy, R. R. 5. Wardsville. Kerrwood. Parkhill. Embro. Chatham. 217 Grand Av Blyth. St. Thomas, 50 Arthur A Dresden. Newbury, R. R. 1. Sarnia, 353 N. Front. London, 4 Bellevue Ave. Northwood, R. R. 3. Muirkirk. Appin. Dresden. Parkhill, R. R. 7. Denfield. Watford, R. R. 7. Vienna. Newbury. Ogg, Mary Ross, V. Gladys Sells, Gwendolyn J. Shipley, Helen I. Somers, Ida J. O. Spence, Ethel L. Spencer, Marion M. H. Steadman, Marjorie S. Taylor, Alice J. Thompson, Margaret I. Turner, M. Eileen Vickerd, M. Angela Willis, Wiima M. Workman, H. Olive Browne, Kenneth J. Cowden, Harold A. Deakin, R. Charles Dennis, Robin E. Kennedy, Joe Leckie, H. Keith Mclntyre, Murr ay J. Martin, J. Alex. Morris, Frank E. Phelps, Charles S. Heywood, Thos. Stewardson, Rena M. Sullivan, Muriel E. Taylor, E. Lois Tennant, Ruth F. Topping, Jean I. Watson, Dorothy M. Watts, Catherine E. Wellington, Florence M. Wellwood, L. Myrtle Williams, Esther A. Wilson, Lila M. Woolley, Violet L. Caverhill, J. Lawrence Gent, Leo J. Henderson, Raymond T. Johnson, Carson E. MacDonald, J. Weston McGregor. Horace Martens, Nicholas J. Osborne, Fred Rawlings, Harlton S. Silcox, Jas. H. Taylor, Stanley Crosson, Reba C. Rutherford, Myrtle D. Strathroy, R. R. 2. Merlin. Shedden. Union. Ingersoll, R. R. 5. Mossley. London, 27 Ardaven PI. Petrolia, Box 39. St. Thomas, R. R. 8. Oil Springs. Zurich. Woodslee. Oil Springs. Hensall. London, 180 Cathcart St. Windsor, 1052 Hall Ave. London. 345 Emery St. Windsor, 156 Hall Ave. Wheatley. Corunna, Box 68 Shedden. Iona. . Forest, R. R. 1. Blenheim. Kingsville. Sarnia, 382 London Rd. London, 152 Adelaide St. Mount Brydges, R. R. 2. Blenheim, R. R. 5. Merlin. Fletcher. Sarnia, 121 Forsythe St. Springfield, R. R. 1. Ilderton, R. R 1. Springfield. Petrolia, R. R. 2. Aylmer. Croton, R. R. 2. St. Thomas, 50 Arthur A Wheatley, R. R. 3. Ridgetown. London, 52 Beattie Ave. Shedden. St. Thomas, 40 William St. Lawrence Station. Bro ille. Page Forty our Autographs Teachers OF THE Practice Schools LONDON SOUTH COLLEGI ATE INSTITUTE S. R. Byles, B.A. J. F. Calvert, M.A. H. B. Dinsmore, B.A. N. J. Ireland, B.A. F. C. Jennings, B.A. W. R. Urlin, B.A. TECUMSEH AVENUE SCHOOL J. T. Parkinson, Principal Margaret Fleming Gladys Morris Margaret McEachren Dallas Radcliffe WORTLEY ROAD SCHOOL W. B. Wyatt, Principal T. L. Willis Emily Knott Susie McKone Pearl Smith Annie Hodges Myrtle Justin GOVERNOR SIMCOE SCHOOL W. Wallis, Principal H. A. Secord T. J. Thompson Minnie Skelton, B.A. Mabel Buckle Zella Fawkes Martha Upshall Dora Rogers Jenny Walton Vera Tisdale Isabel McLeish RECTORY STREET SCHOOL G. N. Edwards, B.A., Principal RURAL SCHOOLS W. G. Rigney Florence Kennedy G. B. Randolph The Summer School and Extramural Department OF THE University of Western Ontario OFFER A Real Opportunity to Every Teacher to secure a B.A. Courses may be begun in the Summer School and completed during the following winter by systematic extramural study. Also, courses may be com- menced in September and taken entirely by extramural work. A Second Class Certificate admits to Summer School and Extramural Depart- ment. A First Class Certificate or Honor Matriculation gives credit for the first year of a B.A. Course. In two Summer Sessions and two Winters of Extra- mural Study, a year ' s work of the B.A. Course may easily be completed. The Summer School runs from July 3rd to August 13th. 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It contains a most com- prehensive range of supplies and will prove of invaluable assistance when contemplating the purchase of equipment The Geo. M. Hendry Co. Ltd. 129 Adelaide Street West - Toronto (2) The B. A. Course for Teachers In an address to a recent graduating class of one of our Normal Schools, the Principal impressed upon the minds of these new teachers the importance of further study. He pointed out that experience was proving daily that the one who had completed the bachelor of arts course was better qualified to teach the work of his or her particular grade, whether that be a primary class or a high school form. This helps to explain why many school in- spectors are advising teachers to take summer courses with the universities. It also explains why school boards are giving prefer- to teachers who are university graduates and why ng more ned abo of teache Qu Teache Moderr matics of the teaching professic their academic standing. For the past half century, hundreds unable to attend the winter sessions of the universities, nave ueen assisted to higher academic qualifications through the extension service of Queen ' s University. Last year over 800 men and women from all provinces of Canada were registered for extra-mural work and 500 attended the summer school. ben ' s considers the student ' s aptitudes and preferences, s desiring to make any of the subjects of English, Classics, Languages, Philosophy, Economics, History, Mathe- and the Sciences their special field of study may do so. ations are held in April and September and are the same as for intra-mural students. Registration for extra-mural work may be made before April 10th for the summer or September 10th for the winter. The summer school is held for seven weeks during July and August. Kingston is one of the finest summer resorts of Eastern Canada and students find it an ideal place for summer study. For further information and for a copy of Queen ' s in Pictures, write to A. H. Carr, B.A., Director, Department of Extension. Queen ' s University Kingston, Ontario The University of Toronto The Provincial University of Ontario HE Teachers ' Course offers a means of obtaining the B.A. degree without discontinuing one ' s teaching. More than 600 teachers are now enrolled in the Second, Third and Fourth Years of this Course; 256 are taking Upper School subjects preparatory to entering the Second Year; this session 113 new students have enrolled in the Second Year; in the past eight years, 158 teachers have graduated in this Course; 3 of them are now Inspec- tors of Public Schools and several others have Inspectors ' certificates; some are completing this year the work required for specialist standing; more than 30 teachers expect to graduate in June. These figures show what ambitious teachers can do and are doing. Write for further information to W. J. 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