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

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PHILIP H. YEOMAN, R. R. No. 2, Wilton Grove, Ontario, KENNETH WILSON, R. R. No. 3, Kerwood, Ontario. SISTER MARY WILLIAM, Sacred Heart Convent, London, Ontario. JAMES E. HOUSE, R. R. No. 1, Courtland, Ontario. WILLIAM LE COUTEUR, 183 Havelock, Toronto, Ontario. Z)ke The banquet for the 1948-1949 graduating class was held at Knox United Church on May 9th. The church hall was gaily decorated in colours of crimson and gold, and orig- inal designs of familiar caricatures. The warm friendliness of the gathering and the fresh hues of the ladies ' beautiful gowns contributed greatly to the success of the evening. An enjoyable meal was served by the members of the Women ' s Auxiliary. The pro- ceedings were opened with a toast to the King proposed by the President of the Student Parliament, Mr. Donald Blackmore. Miss Eleanor Thompson and Miss Sheila Hill led the gathering in a sing song. This was brought to a close with an alder song, Let Me Call You Sweetheart, in order that the masters might reminisce. Miss Joyce Lavery proposed a toast to the officers of the school ' s executive in appreciation of their excellent work this year. The response was made by Miss Jean Carroll. Miss Audrey Parkinson tendered a toast to the school thanking the staff for their invaluable help and guidance throughout the year. Principal F. C. Biehl responded most suitably, assuring us that this was the best class he had seen since coming to London. A double trio provided interesting entertainment under the direction of Miss S. Hill and Miss E. Thompson. This double trio consisted of Miss J. Tarleton, Miss G. Walker, Miss J. Lavery, Miss D. Massecar, and Miss E. Thompson. A solo was rendered by Miss M. Urquhart. Miss S. Hill and Miss E. Thompson played a pianoforte duet entitled Tea for Two. This part of the programme was completed by the singing of Bonny Doon, which was dedicated to certain member of the staff. Aided by conscripted volunteers, Miss Prendergast entertained with a display which brought to light in out of school hours , lack of muscular and mental co-ordination. The banquet ended with the singing of the school song, which was enthusiastically conducted by Miss Mcllroy. The student body then adjourned to the Normal School to join in the dance to Don Jenkins ' orchestra, which played amidst a flutter of crimson and gold streamers. The library was sought out by those desiring a more passive enjoyment. Among the honoured guests we were especially pleased to see Dr. Mark, the former principal of the London N ormal School, and his wife. L. M. F. H. Page Tire)ity-jot y

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CATHARINE STEW ART, Ailsa Craig, Ontario. EDWARD STEWART, 2355 Fraser Ave., Windsor, Ontario. JUNE TARLETON, 1448 Moy Ave., Windsor, Ontario. RUTH TEDFORD, R. R. No. 3, Blenheim, Ontario. JOAN THOMAS, 290 Piccadilly St., London, Ontario. CECELIA TOOHEV, R. R. No. 3, Lucan, Ontario. MARY TUMMONDS, R. R. No. 4, Komoka, Ontario. MARY URQUHART, R. R. No. 1, St. Maivs, Ontario. GRACE WALKER, Ingersoll, Ontario. EILEEN WEATHERSTONE, R. R. No. 4, Dresden, Ontario. ■ | ELEANOR THOMPSON, Wyoming, Ontario. JAMES TISDALE, 1199 Howard Ave., Windsor, Ontario. ELEANOR TOMUICK, Box 105, Leamington, Ontario. JESSIE WHITELOCK, R. R. No. 1, Fingal, Ontario. HARLAND WILLISON, Box 652, Strathroy, Ontario. JOAN WILSON, 389 Oxford St., London, Ontario.

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13 rip ZJo TJoronto WE LEAVE LONDON Four no trump. Pass. Quiet! How can I sleep in that noise! Thus with fitting remarks the London Normal School sei out for Toronto. Our train left the station at seven o ' clock, Friday, March 18. We were finally on our way to one of the biggest events of the school year. We were to spend a day viewing the museum and art gallery and top it off with a visit to the Parliament Buildings. Little did we realize what awaited us there. Some went to the Museum where they were put into groups and taken to displays. The guides explained the various exhibits dealing with Marco Polo, Egyptians, Indians and zoological studies. For most of us this ended the day and at five o ' clock we were homeward bound with many pleasant memories of our day in Toronto. NANCY McDOUGALL, Form III WE VISIT THE ART GALLERY During our brief visit to the Toronto Art Gallery we gained a very comprehensive impression of art in general, and certain phases of it in particular. We felt at once a sense of at homeness as we began our tour in the children ' s art and craft room. Indeed, one might have supposed that he were entering Mr. Walker ' s room. In the Octagonal Gallery, we had an insight into the mind of the artist. There we saw how a painting is developed from a basic idea, and how the composite parts are united to form a picture. With this information, and with the help of our guides, we were able to compare and criticize the portraits, landscapes, still life, caricature and abstract paintings which we inspected. The display of the Thorne rooms was the chief attraction during the visit. This is a collection of thirty rooms, furnished in exquisitely perfect miniature, representing our outstanding European styles from Medieval to modern periods. The visit was concluded with an informal luncheon in the guest hall. WE SEE DEMOCRACY IN ACTION One of the highlights of our Toronto visit was the afternoon spent at the Parliament Buildings. Before the students viewed the actual session, we saw the floor at close range. One typically-thrilled student was heard to say, Oh! I touched the cushion on which the Great Mace lies. An official welcome was given us by several members and the Speaker. The two-hour session of second readings was interspersed with lively discussions, during which we were enlightened as to the distinction between red and white pine. After the session came the formal presentation to the Lieutenant-Governor and the reception he gave for us in his private rooms and the Parliament Buildings. We will never forget the thrill of this afternoon. BERNIECE SINDEN, Form IV Page Twenuty-five