London South Collegiate Institute - Oracle Yearbook (London, Ontario Canada)

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4 South Slfetch, London, December 6, 1935 CMS Sports, Refvolutioni ed NEW IDEAS IN SPORT INTRODUCED Carol Macklin As we are all aware, the up-to-date Physical Education programme for girls tends to lay more st1'ess on intra-mural activity and less on inter-scho- lastic competition. Formerly, in our school, there has been no stimulus for participating in intra-mural sport, other than just the desire to play. This year the suggestion has been made that interest in these activities be increased by the awarding of points. These would be given for belonging to a team in baseball, basket- ball. volleyball, tennis, or bad- minton. Of course, the mem- bers of a winning team would receive more than a team which is not so successful. A referee of a game, or the captain of a team would be awarded extra points. Even in drill periods, co-operation and completeness of uniform would be recognized, Record would be kept of the number of points earned by each girl. If a girl showed herself to be outstanding in the majority of the activities sponsored by the Athletic As- sociation, she would earn enough points to entitle her to wear a crest in recognition of her athletic ability. Under no conditions could one be ob- tained in less than two years, so that those who earned one would fully deserve it. At the present time, the only girls in the school who are eligible for a school crest are those who excel in basketball. By this system, all the girls in the school are at least able to' win a crest, although the requirements are high enough to make them something to be valued. This idea, as far as we can discover, is received with great TENNIS CHAMPIONS, l935 LIVELY INTEREST SHOWN IN TENNIS TOURNAMENT Mary Fraser This year's tennis tourna- ment was perhaps the most successful one South has ever had. The entries were very numerous and all the playel'S made a good showing. There was great enthusiasm both among the players and the spectators. Of course, every entrant could not win, but we all hope that next year there will be another chance to dis- play the ability of South's future tennis stars. Standing' Ileft to right! A. Gorslon, V. Leila, A. Johnson. li. I Thi Anas. E. Pemg. Kneeling W. Dicks, A. Shaw, M. White. enthusiasm by the girls, antl they are eager to carry it out. Already this year, greater in- terest has been shown in the sports. It is certain to arouse keen competition within the school. Girls who are already good in sports will have their ability recognized, while those who :ire less interested will be aroused to take part in more activities. Another way in which interest might be increased would be to have a wider variety of sports. For instance, a golf tournament, such as the boys held, could be organized by the girls. There are probably just as many girls who play golf in the school as boys, if not more. But they have never had a chance to show their talent. Then perhaps we could have a swimming meet. There are many girls in the school who are good swimmers who do not excel in other sports. This would give them the opportu- nity to enter into something I they really enjoyed and receive credit for it. The fact that we have no swimming pool of our own pre- sents a very real obstacle to Icarrying out this proposal, but possibly the obstacle would not prove insurmountable. These are just a few ideas that might improve our girls' sports programme which would be, we believe, eagerly accept- ed by the girls of the school. lf you like the idea, say so! INTER-FORM BAS Last ycar's form III C, under the leadership of Miss Hilliard, I . . organized a Junior tennis tour- nament. The whole form ini- mensely enjoyed it and keen rivalry was shown among the I participants. The enthusiastic way in ,which the students Nturned ,out for last year's iskatmg I Night, sponsored by the Boys, I -Xthletic Association, will no have Idoubt persuade them to :mother one this year. So here's to more fun-and . spills! KETEALL WINNERS s-he c. .. I . . , . 1 B. Lee, B, Wolff, D. Inch, J. Wood, B. Ferris, E. Trout, M. Wig-glesworth.

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South Sketch, London, December 6, I935 THE PERFECT SEX We, the girls of L. S. f'. I., have been asked to writc our opinion of the boys ann what is the matter with them. lVell, here goes, boys,--no hard feel- ingsfjust the plain truth! Take it and like it. First of all, we should like to say what lovely dancers the boys are. Oh, yes, we really mean it. They are such egootl dancers that it is impossible for a girl to go to a dance in san- dals. If she has the courage to wear them, she is limping: for the next week or so. Next, we should like to com- ment on the good looks of all the boys. They are all so haml- some. They either have Roman noses lroamin' all over theirl facesl or otherwise. They al- ways have their hair cut, combed, and ,'-.generally walk like young men of eighty. This would not be complete without saying'somethin1,: about ,Q '-5' 96 rv 4- ..., their manners. We all agree that they are well mannered. Have you ever been in a hurry at one-twenty-nine and dashed around a corner to collide with one of the weaker sex? tnat- urally I mean a boyl. Of course you have --and what did he do? Why, gave you a dirty look and said in the nicest of tones S-l'-R-A-M. Oh my, but they are so well mannered! As for letting' a lady pro in or out of a door Iirst, why the boy always does does what? He walks very nicely to the door and then, when he sees you are nearer to it than he is, he rushes at breakneck speed to open the door--but not for you! His one purpose in life seems to lie to uct into that room Iirst. UI' course, there are exceptions and we certainly appreciate them. .-Xtler you liaye read this, don't you think that the boys at our school are perfect? We do, and we simply cannot find Ll thing' wrono' with them! INITIATION WEEK This problem of very great im- port, Which makes me feel so meek, May puzzle you as it puzzles me, ulnitiation lVeek. To all who read this tale of woe, As a Freshman let me speak .Dt all the troubles we endure Initiation XVeek. And if our Senior we espy. Trom out her way we sneak. Dr we must kneel and kiss her hand. Initiation Week. The boys at every corner stand Xnd jeer. At us they peek. They do not have to suffer this Initiation Week. Pray tell me, now, ye seniors. I would information seek, Please tell me why the boys escape Initiation Week. -Ruth Blane LITERARY EXECUTIVE f i W .35 .1-. Back Row eA. Mills, H. Henderson, M. Hennigar, Mr. W. R. Urlin, V. Prior, I. Hammond, C. Cole. Front Row-E. Knowles, E. Snelling, P. Mason, D. Fraser lpresidenti, B. Wolff, Miss J, McRobert. 3 PRESIDENT CITES AIMS OF LITERARY SOCIETY Don Frasei Oh, the little more, and how much it is! And, oh! the little less, and what worlds away! That's all I know, besides that is all that's necessary to know in this particular rhyme. These few worils are an extract taken from a poem written by that famous poet Browning. He has, in his search of something, traversed the world a great deal. WCW who are at school, can- not travel the world and at the same time receive an edu- cationg thus, we have what is called a Literary Society to blend in a proper discord, our academic and social life. It is by means of this society that we get from school that little more , and although we 4lon't realize as yet how much it is. we shoulil be quite gl-ate- ful for such an organization. lle don't understand its bear- ing in us until we get out into the world and see what talents anil ambitions it really has -without our knowledg'e-im- printed on each of us. That is why I sincerely hope the execu- tive of 1935-36 will please you and at the same time train you so that this training will be Umfful 'YI your life's vocation. The vice-president is striv- ing' to obtain an amusing and at the same time instructive standard of programmes for your benefit. She thinks they will be constructive and in- tends them to suit everybody, Don't part with your illu- sions. When they are gone, you may still exist, but you have ceased to live. It is with these illusions that the Literary EX- ecutive is looking forward to to instill you. To live in a IIHPPY SOCial light and to dwell in harmony are our immediate aims. During the passage of years past, Literary Executives have provided a high standard entertainment, antl thus we hope to present to the society the same, with possibly 3, greater measure of success.

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South Slceicb, London, December 6, l935 5 F ll If I if 0 15 cl B S ' GIRLS' PARTY AN iplsent, T am sure I will not anticipated it fm. Weeks, as, sing-song led by Marg. Cum- OUTSTANDING SUCCESS T be ablle to coilrvei to ylou adeg gambled in the auditorium at ming and Barb. Govan. 1 quate y enoug t e ee ings o Pe V , i . , .. . . . ggx Ellw od then took Louise Slattery X the hilarious mob, neverthe- half pabt bei en' Pwmptly' the Charged Afteg extending a . ' less, I shall try to outline the l cleverly arranged programme heartv welcome to the guests' Friday, October 11, brought partv- A 'was under way. The girls re- peggi Outlined the evenings us again No Man's Nighty' at' A ceived an opportunity of let- programme and announced the South- If N011 have never been The excited girls. who had ting loose in the form of a SafetY'Pin Contest' which GIRLS' ATHLETIC EXECUTIVE '95- JG ii' if -90' 1:5 'QQ Qi 96 90- 5 ts G' VA- i lm HF wr' X -.f and ' . Back Row--Miss J. McFarlane fpresirlentl, V. Legg, L. Axford, E. Skelling, Miss H. Hilliard. Second Row-D. Northey, J. Shirley. B. Stauffer, M. Innes, M. Thurman. Front Row-J. Govan, P. Ellwood fvice-presidentl, B. Turner, M. Cummings. aroused a great deal of en- thusiasm. Second Year then presented a mock trial. They carried it od' very nicely but, not satis- tieil with a few of the laurels, they put on a second skit, The Tragedy of the Land of Mob, a very witty and thoroughly enjoyable play. Ruth Blane, a first year youngster, amused the audi- ence with a recitation. Then B, Govan and M. Cum- ming sang two duets. Follow- ing this was the Third Year presentation in the form of an amateur broadcast from an orphanage. It certainly caused a lot of laughter. Next, six 5 ' girls amazed the audience with I an exceptionally fine exhibition uf tumbling. The Fourth Year acted Cock Robin. The unique combina- tion of Cock Robin and Mae West' went over big with the ,g'irls. Following this was a Fashion Parade in the form ofa March of Time, the Fifth Year con- tribution. They had everything from kiddie-cars to bathing beauties in it. All the girls except the Freshies then retired to the gymnasium. These First Years were led there in forms. They were a colourful picture in their green rompers, with red roses, and hair tied in knots. Blinclfolded, they went through the rigmarole planned by the Initiation Committee, who cer- tainly worked hard and well. Then Miss MacFarlane blew her whistle, the signal for lunch. At approximately 11 o'clock the familiar notes of the Na- tional Anthem told us that the girls' party was over for an- other year. It was once again a huge success, thanks to Miss Mac-Farlane and Miss Hilliard and their capable committees who worked unsparingly.