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

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FIRST TERM ATHLETIC EXECUTIVES Back Row — G. Kerr, D. Adams, M. Riddell, M. Leveiton, H. Glolr,, C. Kerr, A. Green. Front Row — J. Rutherford, W. Jay, M. Gray, F. Eagan, M. Lawler, H. Brown. SECOND TERM ATHLETIC EXECUTIVES Back Row — D. Maclntyre, J. Evans, M. Cudney, A. McGugan, E. Caughlin, A. Campbell. Front Row — G. Simpson, M. Linsley, D. Young, J. McPherson. GIRLS ' AND BOYS ' VOLLEY BALL TEAMS Back Row — G. Schoonover, S. Liddle, G. Stinson, V. Gray, J. Stuart, W. Searson, G. Shaw, O. Smith. Front Row — E. Wright, H. Ruckle, I. Mahler, J. Vail, E. Moore, J. McPherson, R. Morris. Absent — W. Jay, F. Eagan.

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ject was, Resolved That the Entrance of Women Into Professional and Business Life Is In the Best Interests of Society. Mr. W. M. Shipman and Miss H. Dyer upheld the affirmative side for To- ronto, but the decision went unanimously to the London team of Mr. Alex. Burr and Miss Clara Kerr. The reception for the guests, judges and par- ticipants at the close of the program brought the meet to an end. I think that we, from London, truly regretted bidding good-bye to our newly formed pedagogical pals. E. ARSCOTT o o o Ch ristian rellowship THOSE Students who met Tuesday and Thursday mornings in Mr. Clarke ' s room for prayer and study of St. John ' s Gospel were, I am sure, blessed with the fellowship and communion manifested there. Sunday evenings after church the same group held informal meetings at the homes of generous friends of the Christian Fellowship group. Here choruses were sung, discussions were held, and spiritual talks were given by Christian men in the work. Those in the qroup will remember as they go out to be potential teachers that God so loved the world that He gave His only beqotten Son that whosoever believeth on Him should not perish but have everlasting life, John 3:16; God is a spirit and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth, John 4:24; and This is My commandment, that ye love one another as I have loved you, John 15:12. We hope they will carry this Christian teaching to the children under their guidance and care. May this work thrive and grow in the Normal School, for the students will find in it worthwhile inspiration and help and a wonderful insight into the saving influence of Jesus Christ. FRED MILLER o o o The Treasure-House of the Mind ALTHOUGH scientists may describe the mind as so much qray matter composed of thou- sands of cells, I like fo think of it as a treasure- house, where our most valued possessions are stored. A treasure-house is defined as a dwel ling place in which great wealth or anything much valued is stored. We all have an idea of what a treasure- house contains, although each may have a different idea. My ideal treasure-house contains the most costly tapestries and the most exquisitely carved furnitures, not to be compared with anythinq we have ever seen. On its walls are hung beautiful and majestic paintings, masterpieces of famous artists. Along one of the walls is a book-case filled with numberless books — some classics and even some first editions as well as all the books we ever have read and enjoyed or ever have wanted to read. Then behind a secret panel, known only to myself, are to be found gold and precious jewels, old heir- looms, evidences of departed glory. Yet we have a treasure-house far more precious than this our ideal treasure-house, and that is the treasure-house of the mind. Although the furnish- ings of the mind ' s treasure-house are not as tangible as those of the ideal treasure-house (for others may not even know we possess them), yet they are more lastinq. Vandals and roques may rob and lay waste our ideal treasure-house, but the treasure-house of the mind is invulnerable aqainst invaders. For our mind ' s treasure-house is furnished with our friends; we have the best friends in the world, not to be compared with anyone else ' s. The pictures hung on its walls are memories of pictures that we have seen — a beautiful scene, a sonq, a sunset — these are some of the pictures hung on the walls of the mind. On the shelves of the walls of our mind are stored our memories — memories of home and school, of pleasant associations, of some little tri- umphs or perhaps disappointments — these we may take down from the shelves of our mind, as a book, and con over at our leisure. The qold and jewels behind the secret panel in the treasure-house of our mind are the books that we have read — qems of prose and poetry that we will always treasure. Southey once wrote of his books as Mv never-failinq friends are thev With whom I converse day by day. So it is evident that we ourselves are larqely responsible for our own treasure-house. We may choose our own friends with which to furnish our treasure-house. We may fill our minds with only the best pictures — since there is so much of the beautiful in the world why should we clutter our walls with the sordid, the undesirable; our memories are all that remain of our past experiences and associations, so we ourselves, throuqh our actions, can form rich and precious memories to out on the shelves of our mi nd; we can certainly choose the literature we read, to a certain extent at least, so why not read onlv the best, the qems of literature, shunninq the tawdry and the cheap. For the structures that we raise, Time is with materials filled: Our todays and yesterdays Are the blocks with which we build. Let us do our work as well, Both the unseen and the seen; Make the house where God may dwell, Beautiful, entire and clean. KATHRYN MclNTYRE

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GIRLS ' ATHLETICS EVERYONE was quite bewildered and lonesome those first few weeks at Normal. And why not, for were we not in a strange environment surround- ed by strange people? The nominations and elections for the other societies broke the ice and we became more like human beings. By the time the election of the executive for the Girls ' Athletic Association rolled around we had become familiar with each other and entered thoroughly into the excitement. This executive was very successful in its work, and with the Boys ' Executive, sponsored the Christmas Dance, which was a great success. The Athletic Executives that have led us are: First Term: President, M. Gray; Vice-President, M. Lawler; Secretary, J. Rutherford; Treasurer, C. Kerr; Form II., Representative, D. Adams; Form III. Representative, H. Gloin; Form IV. Representative, M. Leverton; Form V. Representative, M. Riddell. Second Term: President, M. Linsley; Vice- President, H. MacPherson; Secretary, J. Evans; Treasurer, E. Caughlin; Form II. Representative, M. Cudney; Form III. Representative, H. Kohl; Form IV. Representative, A. McGugan; Form V. Represen- tative, G. Schoonover. Throughout the year the student body showed that fine spirit of co-operation and sportsmanship so long a tradition of our school, even when we were not on the winning side. We are sure that this very essential ideal will be passed on to our pupils throughout the province. Athletics have become a very important factor in Normal Schools, and therefore this year ' s student body has taken advantage of the opportunities open to them here, to improve their athletic ability through knowledge, skill and attitude. o o o Basketball Basketball seemed to be the main athletic inter- est at first. The turnout for practice was very good, although the number did not warrant having two teams. We were extremely fortunate in having with us Archie Green, star basketball player from Kennedy Collegiate, Windsor, who took the re- sponsibility of coaching the girls ' team. I am sure the school, as well as the team, wish to express to him their thanks and appreciation for all the time and effort he spent in the gym. The girls entered the City League, and although they did not come out on top, the season was enjoyed by everyone. The team would like to express their congratulations to the London Life team, winners of the City League, on their clever playing and fine sportsmanship. The girls would also like to thank the large crowds of supporters which invariably turned out for games. T!ie team showed a fine spirit of co-operation and the girls worked together to the best of their ability. (Continued on page 37) Here are the names of the players in alpha- betical order: D. Adams, Guard — A stalwart on the defense. M. Cudney, Guard — Demure and retiring. J. Evans, Guard — Can she block! H. Gloin, Guard — Very enthusiastic. M. Lawler, Forward — She hits the spot! M. Leverton, Guard — Is she personal! M. Linsley, Forward — Oh, look at the one-hand shot! A. McGugan, Forward — Kept up our spirits. M. Riddell, Guard, Captain — An excellent leader. J. Rutherford, Forward — A very fine forward. MARGUERITE LAWLER o o o Inter-Normal Games Hamilton, 14; London, 4 This was our first Inter-Normal game, taking place on February 8th in London South Collegiate. Although our team picked up in the last half, they were not able to hold their opponents. Toronto, 33; London, I I Our girls, after looking forward for weeks to the trip to Toronto, fought a very hard, strenuous game. The teams were more evenly matched than the score would indicate, for our team gave the Toronto team a good, clean fight. A WORD FROM THE COACH Thanks, Girls: I appreciated your co-operation and enjoyed the Basketball extremely. ARCHIE GREEN o o o Volleyball This year at the Normal School has been one of great interest to the Volleyball enthusiasts. The gymnasium provided the place, noon hours the time, and members of both Boys ' and Girls ' Volleyball teams provided the piayers for the practices. That the Volleyball teams were popular is proven by the fact that they had their picture taken — ten times (of course, lack of space will prevent all ten from gracing the 1935-36 Year Book). However, the fact that one of our players contracted measles on the train to Toronto proved that the measles hadn ' t any consideration even for volleyball players. We consider ourselves very fortunate in having Miss Rider for our coach. She taught us the game, supervised our practice and encouraged us in our efforts. We appreciated your assistance, Miss Rider, and we thank you. Since volleyball involves little expense, it can easily be introduced into our Public Schools. It is a game which calls for skill in serving and co-oper- ation in volleying. The game provides keen competition and allows for recreation without over- due exertion. In addition, we of the Volleyball teams can assure you that it is a very fascinating game. JEAN VAIL