Provincial Institute of Technology and Art - Record Yearbook (Calgary, Alberta Canada)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1938 volume:

° %T ( iS SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE CF TECHNOLOGY ACC. ND. archives DEDICATION M O all those at the Provincial Institute of m Technology and Art, throughout the Province of Alberta and the Dominion of Canada who are devoting their abilities and knowledge to the advancement of Technical Education, this volume, in gratitude, is dedicated. Volume 8.- 1937-38 Calgary - Alberta Official Students ' Year Book of the Provincial Institute of Technology and Art. TECH-ART RECORD | wish to extend to the students of the Institute of Technology and Art my best wishes for success in their training at the school, and the work they will take up when they graduate. Each student will shortly face the problem of establishing himself in a useful and satisfying career. Our Prov¬ ince is well endowed by Nature to provide opportunities for all. In the sphere of industrial development we do not know fully as yet the extent of its potential wealth. I would urge the students to study the whole Alberta scheme, to discuss the problems of the times, and to observe with keen interest the trend of current events. Those who do so will be best equipped to take advantage of the rich opportunities that await the man with vision and practical knowledge. The modern industrial field is a fascinating and complex world in itself. Industrial processes are multiplying; invention and research are opening up entirely new fields of activity. Consequently workers with specialized know¬ ledge, and habits of diligence and stability, should face the future confident that their services will be needed. Those who apply themselves steadily to the work immediately before them will be in a superior position to take advantage of new developments. I hope that the students of the Provincial Institute of Technology and Art will be able to make a contribution to the well-being of Alberta, and will benefit in the fullest measure by the advancement of industry. WILLIAM ABERHART, Minister of Education. 4 10985 Br is an extreme regret that I do not personally know more of the students enrolled in the Institute this current — year. Outside duties have been exacting and it has been my loss that I have been obliged to be absent so much. It is consciously the policy of the management of the Institute to expect the best from the students, and with few exceptions this trust has not been violated. There are many more values in an institution such as the Institute of Technology and Art than merely learning to do a job. Integrity is fundamental, for without it training is danger¬ ous to society. Knowledge and skill are important, but inability to acceptably relate these to one’s associates reduces their value to the possessor. Personal qualities are of primary importance and it is the constant study of the admin¬ istration of the Institute that those influences contributing to the growth of desirable personal characteristics are encouraged. After all, character counts, and we are jealous of the types of character borne by graduates of the Technical Institute. I believe that the students of the year 1937-38 appreciate the spirit of the Institute, and it is our sincere hope that in addition to being more proficient in some craft with which to earn a living because of having attended the Institute, those who have been with us are conscious that something even more Valuable has come into their lives—vision to achieve honorably. If this is the case, of happy days at Tech. our associations have been worthwhile and all our lives we will cherish the sweet memories W. G. CARPENTER, Principal. 5 Editorial Staff: 4. Bob Byron, Editor-in-Chief; Morton, Assistant Editor; 3. Dick Mathews, A 1. Clarice Chandler, Women’s Editor; 2, Harper, Social Editor; 6. Lloyd Falkner, Spor Mr. Peebles, Staff Representative. 10. Bill Walkley, Business Manager; 9. ggs, Advertising Manager; 11. Norman rculation Manager; 8. Frances Boundy, 12. Yvonne Ouellette, Stenographer. S Staff Representative of the “Tech-Art Record” it is my privilege to pay tribute to those whose efforts have made the publication of this volume possible. You, who turn the pages of the finished product—perhaps a little critically—have small conception of the work and effort which have gone to its making; the organization and checking required to get class photographs and biographies completed, and to be sure that the picture of John Brown is not paired with the write-up of Gladys White; the careful editing to which every sentence must be subjected in order that nothing hurtful to the feelings of anyone may be published; the proof¬ reading, and the reading of revised proof; the weary hunting for advertising and the tiresome chasing of reluctant pur¬ chasers; and, finally, the anxious thought which goes to the making up of the volume as it will appear. This year , the Students’ Association has been fortunate in securing the services of an unusually competent and willing staff to undertake the work of producing its Year Book. Every member has done his (or her) utmost to make the publication a success. Three months ago those whose pictures appear upon this page were merely Tech, students, young, carefree and exuberent of spirit- Today, as these lines are being penned and as the work of producing the volume approaches its climax, they are worn and aged, their shoulders bowed with care, their brows deep-lined with thought. Perhaps, their job accomplished and their duty done, they may ultimately recover; one hopes they may live, at the least, to see the fruition of their labours. In producing “The Tech.-Art Record” it has again been necessary to cut the coat according to the cloth available. Financial considerations have imposed rigid limits on achieve¬ ment. But I feel that with the funds available, the staff has produced as good a record of the Institute, its students and their activities as was possible. It is hoped that you who, by purchasing a copy of the volume have done your part in assisting in its production, will agree. In addition to those whose names appear above, tribute must be paid to the following for the work which they have done in promoting the interests of the publication by acting as advertising and circulation agents: Miss M. Maughan; Miss E. McLintock; P. Attrill; I. Coram; J. D’Appalonia; N. Filipchuck; W. Findlay; P. James; A. Kinesewich; B. Lust; W. Morris; L. Northey; C. Roberts; E. Shaw. Thanks must also be tendered to Mr. Taylor, Sr., of the Phoenix Press Co.; to Mr. Duff of the Hicks Engraving Co., Ltd.; to Mr. Duncalfe, of the Western Printing and Litho¬ graphing Co., Ltd.; and to Mr. Bird, of the Central Studio, for the advice and co-operation which they have given. I should also like to acknowledge the valuable assistance rendered by Mr. Safran in the organization of the advertising campaign and in helping to look after the business side of the A. A. PEEBLES, Staff Representative. 6 7 THE STAEE 8 THE STATE— continued 10 ATHLETIC COMMITTEES Fall .R H. Mackay, B. Cockell, Jean LITERARY Fall .Marjorie Maughan, L. Faulkner, W. Wilson- Winter —J. Mitchell, T. Barry, Marjorie Maughan. SOCIAL Fall .W. Harper, J. Pollock, K. Michie. Winter....G. Kitchen, C- Staples. FINANCIAL Fall .Gladys Osness, R. E. Byron, W. Walkley. BANQUET Chairman—Steve Nazar. Secretary—Velma Pearn. Business—“Bingo” Rolston. Dance—George Kitchen. Programme—Claude Roberts- Decorations—Sam Saluk. Fal , CLASS REPRESENTATIVES winter Douglas Chandler .AERO. A. H. Johnson Dick Mathews .ART.. Nancy Jackson Claude Roberts . COMPOSITE. Claude Roberts Miss Chandler .DRESSMAKING_j_Velma Pearn Norman MacMillan .ELECTRICS. I. T. Coram C. A. Roberts .FARM MECHANICS. C- A. Roberts A. Kinasewich .MOTOR. Harvey Sproule F. Whittle .GEN. SHOP. J. Inglis SPRING TERM EXECUTIVE President—C- Staples. Vice-President—Miss Mudie. Secretary—Gladys Osness. Treasurer—Clarice Chandler. Athletic Chairman— N. Lindsay. Social Chairman—J. Inglis. Literary Chairman—J. Bundy. 11 EDITORIAL For the eighth time, this record of the students and their activities at the Institute of Technology and Art, is published. It is our hope that in the years to come you, as ex-students, may open it and refresh memories of happy days and busy hours; recall forgotten ideals and ambitions; give credit to the institute which started you on the road to success. To that end, we have attempted to catch the spirit of every phase of student activity, and as faithfully as is possible on the printed page, enable the student to re-live, when student days are long past, the events of this year. A measure of your enjoyment is a measure of our success. The Institute has gained wide publicity and recognition this year. The “Night Shift” broadcast of our activities across Canada, the establishment of a short wave radio station, a broadcast amateur hour, art and handicrafts exhibits, and news items in the local papers, have made the Institute year an out¬ standing one. As we hope this record becomes another means of making the public conscious of our work and achievements, so we hope the graduates of the Institute will make a favour¬ able impression in their sphere of activity, and reflect creditably on the Institute. We would fain ask former students to express in a few words their debt to the Institute. Probably the technical knowledge gained, the marshalling of facts, the manual skill acquired, would be valued not more highly than the developing, adjusting and rounding of personality and character resulting from the spirit of camaraderie and co-operation that has per¬ vaded our Tech, activities. They must feel that Tech, has given them considerable technical skill, the rudiments of knowl¬ edge in their chosen field, but more priceless, an appreciation of the labor and skill involved in manual activities, the desire to be useful. That they have proved their usefulness is amply shown in even the brief mention of ex-students and their work by the heads of the departments. It is in this spirit, in part, that we dedicate this issue to the workers in the field of technical education. ABOUT THE YEAR BOOK Over the trials and tribulations of a year book staff we lightly pass; with the passing of the years, their mountainous bulks become as mole-hills; a glow of satisfaction in a task undertaken and completed remains to warm the blood of pre¬ maturely senile year book staffs. Dale Carnegie says that the thing of most importance in this world to every man is himself. It is natural then to assume some slight interest on the part of Tech, students in their own photographs. Bearing this truism in mind, we have doubled the size of the individual photographs, which were last year less than one-half the size of a postage stamp. You second- year skeptics get out your calipers and slide rules and verify our statement. Satisfy yourselves that this is neither a figure of speech nor a figment of the imagination. We hope the per¬ sonality and charm and poise of the subjects portrayed herein is likewise doubled. In the search or something new, we tried a contest for the best literary contributions. The innovation was such a success that we are recommending a special appropriation for the pur¬ pose next year, and in tribute to the talent unearthed are recommending that the name of the Institute be amended to read, “The Institute of Techonology, Art and Letters.” Con¬ gratulations to the winners, regrets that the number of prizes was finite, are decidedly the order of the day. Through the interest and co-operation of Dr. Carpenter we present illustrated title pages for the class sections. Our only regret is that every class could not be similarly depicted and similarly honoured. We fear that the photographer became bogged down looking for the General Shop. The keynote of the design is austere simplicity.—a modern trend. Lest you feel that the pages are plain, gaze upon some modern furniture designs—the large masses, plain and relieved only by a few spare lines. And confidentially, the printer showed us brand new shining type, unbesmirched by former lesser publications—used for the first time to print the “Tech.- Art Record.” It is the latest word in type design. In short, we hope we have succeeded in presenting a modern year book to a modern, progressive people, of a modern, progressive institution. T HIS year the Aero. Department is bigger and, I think, better than ever. The cream of the 1936-37 first-year students have returned to complete their courses, and to pass on to the new-com ers the traditions of the group—accuracy, acumen and aggressiveness. The first-year men appear to be keen, interested in their work and in all the activities of the Institute, and determined to learn all they can about aero¬ nautics. On the whole the department is, perhaps, even more of a “happy family” than in previous years. There is plenty of work in the shops. The two DeHavilland “Moths” from Grande Prairie ‘are both so badly wrecked that their rebuilding will mean the virtual construction of two new aeroplanes; little more than a few of the fittings from the old machines will be built into the new ones- The “L. G. Experi¬ mental” monoplane is nearing completion, and should be ready to take the air by the summer. In the engine shops work on the reconditioning of a Curtis “Challenger” six-cylinder two-crank radial and two “Cirrus” Mark Ill’s is progressing. A number of propellers, including one for the “L. G. Experimental”, have been made or are in process of making, while work is proceed¬ ing on Martinovsky’s snowmobile. Just when this last job will be completed is uncertain, but it is hoped to have it ready for operation in time for the next Ice Age. It (the snowmobile, not the Ice Age) is to be fitted with a controllable-pitch pro¬ peller, and will probably be the first snowmobile in the world to be so equipped. All this work, in conjunction with the heavy enrolment of first-year students, has been a source of embarrassment to Mr. Green and Mr. Jamison, who are to be congratulated upon the able manner in which they have met and coped with their numerous problems- That they have stood the strain without sticking straws in their hair and taking single tickets to Ponoka is surprising. In sport the Aeros. hold, for the second successive year, the Athletic Cup, and were this year runners-up in both the inter-class hockey and basketball contests. At the banquet the decorations of the Aero. Department tables were second to none. The operating “Genet” aircraft engine, for which we have to thank the mechanical genius of Kehoe, was a striking novelty, and quite the outstanding feature of the many splendid exhibits. Of the ex-students of the Department a number have found employment in their chosen sphere. To the writer’s knowledge, over a dozen are at present in the British Isles as Pilot Officers in the Royal Air Force, and about half that number have joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as Aircraftsmen. A score or more have obtained appointments in civil aviation in factories, on maintenance work, as meteorologists or radio operators. There are doubtless others at present actively engaged in some branch or other of aeronautics concerning whom no information has been received- With the opening of the proposed Trans-Atlantic and Trans-Canada airlines flying in the Dominion will undergo, during the next few years, enormous development, and will create a great demand for trained men. This will mean employ¬ ment for every skilled mechanic and technician whose services are available. In the past graduates of the Department have found no little difficulty in obtaining employment; today this difficulty still remains, but it is growing less acute; and in a year or two, if present schemes mature, it will have entirely vanished. A A PEEBLES, Chief Instructor. 1. P. J. ATTRIL. Medicine Hat, Alta. Phil is a friendly, jovial boy. Can usually be found swapping jokes in the Aero. Department. He despises Maths, and moustaches; no great 2. J. A. BASTIAN. Hinton, Alta. Maintains his boyish figure by boxing, so that he may display it dancing. Favourite saying: “Bust my suspenders.” We wouldn’t try. 3. A. BERRINGTON. Calgary, Alta. A. B. is one of the reasons why the Aero. Hockey Team met no formidable opposition. Searching for people to appreciate his modesty keeps him busy. 4. K. D. BIRLEY. Calgary, Alta. Noted for his fluent language, and boxing. Born in 1917, at Fort St. John. Still has time 5. W. S. BLACKWOOD. Calgary, Alta. Born in Saskatoon and has lived for 19 years. Is known as Rover. 6. E. J. BULLOCK. Taber, Alta. Wants to be an aviator. Highly interested in women, but dislikes dancing. Favourite expression: “It’s a buzzard.” 7. A. M. BYRNE. Waskateneau, Alta. Nineteen years old, with a cheerful disposition. Pastime—sleeping. Ambition: to sing tenor in a Dressmakers’ Lit. Sadly, his voice won’t let him. 8. VICTOR CHERAR. Calgary, Alta. Deserted the hallowed precincts of the Institute for the balmier climate of Victoria. Has appar¬ ently temporarily forsaken his ambition to be an 9. W. C. DOWNEY. Calgary, Alta. Earned the name “Power-house” on the hockey rink. Ambition: to give advice to the love-lorn, under the name “Dithory Dox.” 10. C. F. FARMER. Calgary, Alta. Industrious and always willing to give a help¬ ing hand. Ambition: to retire at the age of 21. 11. W. E. GOODWIN. Calgary, Alta. The boy with the dreamy eyes, born in 1920. Favourite pastime—hockey. He is eternally dis¬ gusted with Berrington. Favourite expression: “I’m coming, Berrington.” 12. E. H. HANN. Nobleford, Alta. A bashful boy, whose only ambition is to be a good air engineer. He just spends his time col¬ lecting snaps, and more snaps. 13. C. M. HORNE. Vermilion, Alta. Plays the saxophone, and hopes he is as good as Rudy Valee. Hates to hear his instrument abused by amateurs. 14. A. H. JOHNSON. Grande Prairie, Alta. Favourite expression: “Let’s talk about me.” Interested in blondes, and the two “Moths” from 15. R. M. JOYCE. Dodsland, Alta. A great mixture, this boy; 22 years old, a base¬ ball and hockey player, who hopes to fly, and wants to set up a garage business. 16. A. KONKIN. Yorkton, Sask. Konkin came to Tech, to learn aeronautics, and to avoid blondes. Little success in either. Favour¬ ite expression: “O Yeah?” 17. J. E. LEBRECQUE. Calgary, Alta. Interested in Rugby and baseball. Pet aversion: Mr. Peebles’ Aerofoil Characteristic Graphs. Favourite saying: “What’s that?” 18. W. F. MacCALLUM. Gleichen, Alta. Played the perfect villain in “The Perfect Alibi.” Shows interest in second-year Dressmakers, and flying. Evidently hates polishing his shoes. Favour¬ ite saying: “Let’s buy some more peppermints.” 19. D. B. MACKEY. High River, Alta. Mackey, the wit of the Aero ' Group, first made his parents laugh in 1915. Favourite pastime: almost getting silver spoons for shooting. Favourite saying: “I’m wrong again.” 20. DON MacQUEEN. Lamont, Alta. Donny is a patrol leader of a Boy Scout Troop. Hopes to learn to be an aeroplane mechanic super¬ visor. His favourite expression: “-.” 21. FREDERICK MAUND. Calgary, Alta. Fred, the wise old man of Aero. I, came to Tech, to teach “Life” to inexperienced Aero’s. Hobbies: model building, and being good-natured. 22. S. H. McCAIG. Calgary, Alta. Born in Medicine Hat in 1914, and later migrated to northern Alberta before coming to Tech, Cheer¬ ful and industrious. 23. K. A. McCASKILL. Calgary, Alta. Born on July 6 in Winnipeg. Has cultivated a radiant smile. A great sport enthusiast. Pet ambition: to win a silver spoon. 24. J. W. McGINNESS. Grande Prairie, Alta. A rambler, born in Montana, in 1916. Aims to be a first class air engineer. Hobbies: are model building, hockey, and flying. Tries to be musical. 25. S. A. MORTON. Calgary, Alta. Born in 1919, with a cherubic countenance, and an ambition to keep as far away from work as possible. Associate Editor of the Year Book. 26. H. E. RAMEY. Wainwright, Alta. An inter-class sport enthusiast. Main ambition : to keep Simper awake for a whole period. Pastime: playing snooker with Simper. 27. EARL RIEP. Calgary, Alta. Born in 1920, and came to Tech, to learn to be a pursuit pilot. He is interested in the pursuit of everything—even knowledge. 28. R. R. ROBINSON. Brocket, Alta. Feels that the lack of dignity and the informality of the Aero. Shop is ' bourgeois. t Favourite saying: “What has Mr. Green done now?” 15 29. F. J. SANTO. Calgary, Alta. Santo came to Tech, because he thought the Aero. Shop was a fine place to make some skiis. Favour¬ ite pastime: laughing at other people’s jokes. 33. G. B. SMITH. Craigmyle, Alta. He wants a pilot’s job on the Trans-Canada. Airline. Answers all questions with a laconic. “Who, ' me?” 37. L. K. TALLMAN. Taber, Alta. Small, dark, with a cookie duster. He thinks the “Big Apple” should be made into small cider. Hopes his penchant for designing kites will grow into the design of aircraft. 30. F. F. SHAW. Marwayhe, Alta. Evolves his air-manoeuvres by carving meat, in loops and spirals. Sees as many shows a week as there are days, but admits that banquets have their 31. J. H. SIMPER. Calgary, Alta. A staunch competitor in inter-class sports. Main ambition is to become an ace aviator. Pastime: sleeping in class. 34. R. G. STATES. Wayne, Alta. Shines as a fiddler in the orchestra, and in track and field events. Wants to become an air engineer, and retire at an early age. 35. G. W. STEVENS. Melfort, Sask. Born in 1920, Stevy came to Tech, to learn aerodynamics, and subsequently wore out his shoe leather carrying suckers to the ladies. Favourite saying: “Ah £ hucks.” 38. J. WALLWORK. Taber, Alta. Interested in sports, and all things aeronautical. Activities: seeing things in as short a time as possible. Ambition: to become an air engineer. 39. JOHN WALSH. Bassano, Alta. Jack’s pet aversion, staying in at night, follows naturally from his interest in anything on high heels. Piteously cries: “Stop, you’re breaking my 32. R. G. SMITH. Wembley, Alta. Richard Smith, alias Fatty, born in 1914. Referee for all inter-class hockey games. Tubby also takes an active interest in baseball. Is known as the 36. H. A. STRAUGHAN. Spedden, Alta. Red was born in San Antonio, Texas. Is ati all-round sportsman. Aspires to be an aeronautical inspector, and means to realize his ambition. A good worker. 40. R. J. WILLARD. Vulcan, Alta. When you see that shining light in his eye, he is seeing the headline, “Willing Willard, the Daring Test Pilot.” Habitually inquires, “What shall I do -now, Farmer?” 16 II. 6. RICHARD CONN. of Aero 2. Is a. sSt-SjSSKS ggiasgsa riST - ' 8. LLOYD FAU: ' s?3sSss££K? s S? � ggf£S£SSeS 17 SiSxmS THE WORLD ' S SERIES THE EDITOR ' S LAMENT By R. D. CONN W HEN Julius Caesar was a And Brutus was another. And each imagined he p A spear that knew n These noble Romans chose Upon a Summer’s day, And hurried to a corner lo Hard by the Appian Way. Tore up the While Cassit That garden Marullius, tl That twirler Struck out the mighty er of his And £ Cur By R. D. CONN We hope We hope o (Oh, that we had as many moi And whoso’er would boulder f Let him try n It’s not what you’d do with a million, If riches should e’er be your lot; But what are you doing at present, With the six-bits that you’ve got? Suggestion—Go to a Tech- Dance. Rookie—Say, look at the horrible insignia on the side of that bombing plane. Mr. Peebles (1916)—Sh—Not so loud, that’s the Squadron Commander looking out of the window. 18 T HE Art Department continues to develop year by year a still wider variety in the activities of the students. While the ground work studies, such as life drawing and perspective, have been well maintained, the diversity of artistic effort has been carried still further than in previous years. The first-year class is a friendly band of enthusiasts—perhaps the most earnest first-year yet—though they have been known to smuggle all¬ day suckers into the class-room, and sometimes sing such non¬ classics as “You Can’t Stop Me From Dreaming.” There’s a lot of talent in this group. In the advanced classes most of the students are second- year people, with a sprinkling of third-years, as well as a number of special part-timers. Each has his or her own line of effort and the work is largely individual, though in the life-drawing periods there is concerted class work. This branch of the Department continues popular and productive of much good work- A high standard has been reached in mural painting this term; several very creditable panels having been painted, and more are planned. Leather work has been a favoured craft, as it was last year. Ski belts had quite a run; and purses were again in demand. Our newest craft is lacquer work. A large four-panel screen is the first product of this innovation. All the craft work, we may add, embodies original designs made by the students, and in both design and execution the standard of accomplishment moves steadily upward. Two of our students, Myrtle Jackson and James Nichol, have recently been appointed to associate membership in the Alberta Society of Artists. Since the standards of this province¬ wide organization are fairly exacting, these two students are to be warmly congratulated. During the 1937-38 term the Art students have shown an excellent spirit, both in artistic endeavour and in co-operation with the members of the staff. Their assistance in the Dramatic Club was most welcome, and the decoration at the banquet showed both artistic talent and an ability to adapt art to a practical need- The Art Department is making an important contribution to art-consciousness in Alberta, and becomes every year more firmly established as the art centre of the province. H. G. GLYDE, Chief Instructor. 19 , Alta. 12. VIVIAN LAMONT. jfjsResKEKB ggasa-ast SPi sm. ,. Alta. “rS and now aims FE Divides her time between Tech and W C C I an ,llustrator - Is a good sport and likes dancing. 14. i ' tiii ii ' S. tiaigary. Alta. „ N „— c „ SSSSi SSS ' — , aiu “ _ “ nnnH Fffects Carter”_the source from whence 15. I. B. SHAW. Calgary, Alta. Ha.---— 11. B. A. JOHNSON. Calgary, Alta. 16. LOUIS W. VARRO. Regina, Sask. 20 21 A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE INSTITUTE By J. FOWLER After the establishment of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, there arose a constantly recurring demand for the setting up of a similar institution in the City of Calgary. As a result of this agitation the College of Calgary was incor¬ porated in 1910 and its teaching programme was initiated two years later. In 1914 the Legislature appointed a Commission to enquire into and to make recommendations regarding the status of the Calgary College. On the recommendation of the Commission the Govern¬ ment decided to establish a Technical Institute in Calgary. The late Hon. J. R. Boyle, who was then Minister of Education, directed S. J. C. Miller, Director of Technical Education, to proceed with the organization of the new institution. Through the courtesy of the City Council and the Public School Board, temporary quarters were secured in the Colonel Walker School and in the East Calgary Fire Hall and Police Station. Here the Provincial Institute of Technology and Art opened its doors to the public in October, 1916. The original staff comprised the following members: Dr. J. C. Miller (Principal), Geo. R. Dolan (Vice-Principal and English), Jas. Fowler (Science and Mathematics), L. H. Bennett (Building Construction), L. E. Pearson (Art and Drafting), C. A. Mans (Motor Mechanics), the late W. A. Davidson (Mining), Miss Stewart (Secretary), Miss Davison (Correspondence Steno grapher), the late Geo. Smith (Tool Clerk). On the opening day some five students were in attendance! During the fall of 1916 there arose the problem of re¬ training those returned soldiers who, through disabilities incurred overseas, were unfitted .to resume their former occu¬ pations, and the youthful Institute was asked to undertake this service. To such magnitude did this retraining work soon develop that civilian training had to be discontinued. In 1917 the Institute staff and equipment were transferred to the Federal pay-roll and were placed under the Department of Soldiers’ Civil Re-establishment. This condition lasted until the fall of 1920, when control of the Institute was restored to the Province and civilian training was resumed. Under the direction of the late D. A. Campbell, Director of Technical Education, and J. H. Ross, Acting Principal, the work of the Institute grew by leaps and bounds. The corner-stone of the present main building was laid by Hon. Geo. P. Smith, Minister of Education, in June, 1921, and the new buildings were ready for occupation in October, 1922. Dr. W. G. Carpenter was appointed Director of Technical Education, and Principal of the Institute, in January, 1924. His ability and enthusiasm did much to p ' ace the Institute on the educational map of the Province, so that from time to time it w r as found necessary to provide additional accommodation for its ever-expanding programme. In 1926 the northeast wing (garage, battery shop and welding shop) was added to the shops building, and in 1928, a comparable addition (draft¬ ing rooms, Aero, shop and “Bull Pen”) was made at the west end. The peak in enrolment was reached in 1928-29, when some 2,023 persons received instruction in day, evening, and correspondence courses. With the large enrolment at Summer School in 1937 and with the re-establishment of evening classes last October, the enrolment of 1928-29 will probably be exceeded during the present school year. The beautification of the Institute grounds was begun in 1929 when the lawns in front of the main building were laid out. Since then the work has gone ahead steadily, if rather slowly at times. When our children’s children attend the Institute they will doubtless enjoy strolling in the shade of the magnificient old trees which were planted in our time! During the twenty-odd years of its existence the Institute has begun to establish definite traditions. Its programme of courses, characterized by a happy blending of theoretical and practical instruction, has come to be recognized as a worth¬ while one, and this belief is supported by a long list of graduates who have attained success in the industrial world. The Institute strives to develop not only the skill and the intellect of its students, but also their personal qualities; honesty, reliability, initiative, and the ability to lead and to co-operate are qualities which are greatly in demand in the workaday world. The harmonious relationship that exists between our staff and our students proves that school work can be made pleasant as well as profitable. The ever-increasing demand for our graduates proves that leaders in industry feel that the Institute is turning out material which meets their requirements. To those on the staff for whom association with the Institute has proved to be a major portion of their life-work, all these achievements are a source of intense gratification and of lasting satisfaction. Long may the Institute flourish! ABOUT OUR ADVERTISERS You may be thinking that a considerable portion of this book is devoted to advertising; and so there is, but not without reason. In the first place, this yearbook costs considerably more to turn out than you might imagine, and advertising helps to pay a large part of this cost. Otherwise the money would have to come out of the Student’s Association funds, or the cost of the book would have to be doubled. In the second place, a large number of students are from outside of Calgary, and although they have been in the city very nearly six months now, it is very doubtful whether they know of more than one or two reliable firms from which to buy with confidence. All of the advertisers in this book are merchants upon whom reliance can be placed as regards both quality of goods and price. We therefore feel that by bringing these students in contact with such firms through the “Tech. Art Record” we are doing a service, again justifying the advertising that appears in this issue. We now urge all students to patronize our advertisers, the co-operation of whom has done so much to assist in the production of this volume. T HIS year the students enrolled in .the Clothing Textile Department are very much in earnest and are working hard to get all they can out of the course. A few groans now and again are heard from students who find arithmetic difficult, but as a large percentage of the group have attained the higher grades, or finished high school, fewer complaints are heard than in previous years. The shop this year is, perhaps, more difficult than in former years owing to the new fitted styles and draped effects. Since suits of the tailored type are fashionable, pockets and more pockets are being made. A visitor, on entering the work room, might be surprised to find dress forms padded to repre¬ sent figures of large proportion. One visitor, on seeing these forms, asked if our girls were all large this year. She was informed that these forms had been built up to the size of customers who were having dresses made, and that in this way students gained experience in designing for, and fitting, outsize figures. Miss Clark was very much pleased with the work accomplished in the short period given to millinery. The girls were enthusiastic and interested, and the work done was excellent. Much interest has been taken in the study of textiles, and new fabrics and finishes are freely discussed in the classes. To better understand the methods of manufacture and renova¬ tion of garments the students have been privileged to inspect Hatchwear Company, Ltd., and the Ontario Laundry and Dry Cleaning Plant. The demonstrations of machine methods and of the results obtained proved of great interest to the class. As usual, the banquet was the main social function of the year. The senior girls appeared in their new evening dresses, and looked as if they might have consulted Schiaparelli, Main- bocher, Molyneux, or some other outstanding designer for advice regarding style. The class table was artistically and appropriately decorated, and from the writer’s viewpoint was the best we have had. Keen interest in Institute activities has been displayed throughout the term. For the first time in history a woman president was elected to the Students’ Association in the person of Frances Hood. The President of the Basketball Team and the President of the Iota Club were also chosen from the Dressmaking Class. Others distinguished themselves by play¬ ing difficult roles in the first public performance of the organ¬ ization in January. Of the ex-students of the class a number have found employment in the textile departments of the large stores. Two others have found employment in teaching, one in a school of a well-known sewing-machine company, and one in a private school of her own. Some are employed in alteration departments, while others are engaged as helpers in tailoring and dressmaking shops. In knitting factories the girls are in demand for designing and finishing. Girls are realizing more and more that efficiency is an important factor if one wishes promotion, and that employers are looking for character, stability, good health, education, practical experience, and a pleasant personality when examin¬ ing candidates for positions. C. E. SMITH, Departmental Head. 24 SpWSjl MMSkm sIP MiSissHSi gggipSI ipa=w HH! i iSiirl SPilsiiS ISfialll Sri� 3 Cf pi MSM 25 ■grgSB ssga ffiiwiara SlliiSI j ipirei gp ai gpiSilli gg iS ii 26 (SPECIAL) 2. VELMA LEACH. Calgary, Alta. 4. LAURA PIERCE. Calgary, Alta. 6 ' Thlftoi ltd with the sunny dfsnosTtfon s ' an S° y. he boys! “ASSTii the play “ToHa ® tte A DRESSMAKER IN DISTRESS By CLARICE SCARPINO “Oh brains, where art thy waves?” I design a dress, a beautiful thing, and put it in my book. I strut around the room, showing it to everyone. My! how proud I feel! But only for a short while—till Schiaparelli, Molyneux or Maibocher throw there no law against copying Then comes drafting- You work and slave, and what happens? The Instructor tells you to do it all over again; it’s all wrong. He says: “Did you leave your brains at home, or do you think it’s funny to annoy me?” colour shall I select for my suit? Statement of losses and gains —I wonder if Dad will get angry at the bill I sent him last night? was I? Oh yes! a-c-i-o-u-s. t here,” all the misery and it myself; I’m so glad you like it.’ FABLE 27 T HE Scellum Scookum (Good Friends) Club, which was first organized in 1930, is the foundation of our present Iota Club. By 1934, this girls’ association had progressed rapidly and boasted of the new name—Iota. This year the Iota members have enthusiastically sup¬ ported many varied programmes. Following our Organization Tea, Mrs. J. K. Penley spoke on Ballroom Etiquette and on the Technique of Modelling, followed by a social evening. A toboggan party, which caused great excitement and thrills as well as some tumbles, was held on November 22nd. The Candy Sale of December 15th was ery successful, the profits being donated to the Red Cross, Wood’s Home, Salva¬ tion Army, and Sunshine. A skating party of the members and friends was followed by a dance in the Assembly Hall, refreshments then being served. On January 10th the girls enjoyed an instructive tour of the Albertan Publishing Company. Miss Brockbank was the guest speaker of January 30th. She demonstrated the Harper Method of beauty culture. On March 7th the girls put on a programme for the crippled children of the Junior Red Cross Hospital, all joining afterward in games and refreshments at Miss Smith’s apart- The Club members wish to express their appreciation of the efforts of the Staff Representatives, Miss Smith, who was made Honorary President, and Miss Jorgens. Convenors for the year were: Social—Velma Pearn. Athletic—Irene Jackson. Educational—Edith Jones. Plans for the future include a dance and banquet for the members and their friends on March 21st, and a proposed visit to the Wood’s Home. THE LAMENT OF AN ART STUDENT By M- CASWELL It seems that even the Art Students—those underdone and over-privileged denizens of the third floor—can find something to kick about. May I beg to differ if you think our bed is all of roses. What do you know of home compositions—of Thurs¬ day evenings spent in deep concentration or equally deep despair? Evenings when, if we are lucky, a something—per¬ haps we ourselves don’t quite know what—takes shape beneath our scurrying pencils. Next morning (if we don’t forget) we wrap it up and carry it tenderly to Tech. It may not look much, even to us, but we hope Mr. Glyde may see in it the signs of latent genius that may some day take us to fame and fortune. But alas and alack-a-day! With a few terse remarks Mr- Glyde tears our fond hopes asunder. Did we really draw that unfortunate individual sprouting out of another’s head? And that rather unusual extra limb that we had thought was quite obviously attached to another chap? What a regrettable situ¬ ation if the edged of the picture this fellow’s foot is resting on so comfortably should suddenly give way. Then there is that person over there s o obligingly propping up the wall—if he should ever get tired—! Well, yes, the perspective of those steps is a little out and we probably would find it rather a back¬ breaking job looking out of windows no higher than these. And—but gosh, Mr. Glyde, surely you can find something in the picture to commend us on. What?—Oh well, we did get that line along there pretty straight—but then, what else are rulers for anyway? TIME By R. D. CONN Time flies by like a stone from a sling, Faster than any bird on the wing; It passes quicker than ray of light That vanishes suddenly from our sight. Round and round the world it goes, O’er lands of blossom and land of snows, And to acres fertile and acres stark It brings the daylight and the lark. better electricians are produced, the Institute ▼▼ will produce them.” This has been an axiom since the inception of the class sixteen years ago, long before the advent of the Artists, the Aeros., the Dressmakers and the General Shopites. The class for ’38 is well supporting the traditions of the past. It is true that, for the first time in years, the Electrics failed to carry the slate of officers of the Students’ Association for the opening term. They gracefully retired before a battery of skirted legislators, as man has done from the childhood of time, and will probably continue to do unto the end- It was, perhaps, as well, as the shop work has been much heavier than in any previous year, both in respect to quantity and complexity. The jobs already completed have run into the second hundred, ranging from multi-horsepower machines to the one microbe- power motor of the electric razor. It is to the joint credit of Mr. Nelson and his boys that these appliances are successfully turning the wheels of industry and shaving the chins of the people. Mr. Browning and his crew of second-year Steinmetzs have kept the electrical equipment of the Institute functioning. This is no small job, as it includes over 60 miles of wire, SO motors, 10 generators, 30 heaters, 600 lights, ventilation, projection, air conditioning, electric clocks, bells, batteries, buzzers, saws, ' sewing machines and synchroscopes. The Radio Group, under the able guidance of Mr. Fleming, has also made itself heard. By the co-operation of its members the whispers of the dainty lady secretaries of the Students’ Association have been amplified until their swelling cadence has penetrated the remotest corners of the Assembly Hall- And now the short-wave transmitter built by these “Sound engineers” is ready to carry the voice of the Institute to the uttermost corners of the earth. From past students reports have drifted in from many lands which should encourage those who are about to leave us. One reports that he is figuring on a $10,000 installation; another has just returned from completing work for a Canadian company in San Salvador; a third is working on the electrifica¬ tion of the Hudson Railway. Two have been installing hydro¬ electric equipment in France, and three others are working on the hydro plant at Island Falls. These are only a few; but wheresoever there are wires, wheresoever the current hisses and cracks on the “high line”—in the jungle or in the driving blizzard of the North—there you will find the electricians of the Tech, working in safety belts or with meters, with “heaky” or tee-square, installing or maintaining the sinews of civilization. In student activities, such as the banquet, athletics, dramatics and dances, the Electrical students either co-operate or lead. In the years to come, when the boys now with us have joined the thousands who have passed on and who are scattered from the Arctic to Panama, they may well take pride in saying, “I belong to the Tech. Electric Class of ’38.” F- N. RHODES, Chief Instructor. 30 Sea 5i 18. C. A. SORTOME. Kimberley, B.C. 20. J. R. TAIT. Calgary, Alta. SllisiS 22. C. W. TRIMBLE. 30. E. BROOKS. Fort St. John, B.C. ppOsSsS 31 WILLIAM FINDLAY. tSTS ISKS ksjS SSS S E A’5Slas.«0«asr gpSiiE si 34. G. COAD. Calgary, Alta. ‘■™ s«HCr 32 50. T. D. LAYCOCK. £ 32 Mm km : A pupil was asked to write a story of Alfred the Great, b ut Alfred when he i, but the less said a 33 6. LLOYD E But came to X.T.A. 11. RONNY HIXT. Beiseker, Alta. 12. A. H. HOPKINS. Calgary, Alta. 14. MELVIN JULSON. Delia, Alta. 34 35 1. E. L. BOUCHER. Calgary, Alta, Born in Calgary, he is a quiet, good-natured fellow, with a pleasing personality. Skating with girls, and chess are his favourite pastimes. His ambition is to become a radio technician. 2. W. W. BULLOCK. Taber, Alta. A cheerful chap with a mania for springing practical jokes on his classmates. Chief occupation —to make his short-wave transmitter work better than it should. Operates ham station VE4A1K. 5. R. B. DeMOTT. Delia, Alta. Is a very shy boy, but surely knows his stuff. Radio is his specialty, but he likes good music, and is very fond of the lack of work. 6. P. DOFOO. Calgary, Alta. Born in Calgary, 1913, has been here since. Ambtion—radio technician. Hobby—amateur radio. Reading matter—radio. A man of few words— 9. H. H. LUNN. Port Moody, B.C. Born at Ferpie, B.C., in 1914, he took schooling at Stockholm, Sweden, and Vancouver. Always on Operates “ham” radio station VESAAS. 10. DOUGLAS WEBER. Calgary, Alta. A blonde youth from Didsbury who left us early in the second term for a position with a leading electrical supply house. Doug, hopes to become a high-pressure salesman. 3. I. T. CORAM. Calgary, Alta. Source of local QRM since 1918. Live-wire Class Rep. known as “the man with a million friends”. Hopes to be a radio amateur soon. Ambition—to be a radio development engineer. 4. C. K. CUMMINGS. Bentley, Alta. Born near Bentley to the tune of howling coyotes. Is now trying to imitate them in the Radio shop, but is also one of E2’s star hockey players. Aspir¬ ation—director of CBC. 7. A. J. EARLE. Acme, Alta. Born June 8, 1919, he is one of E2 s chief stand¬ bys in hockey and softball. Interested in “ham” radio and skating. Ambition: to overcome a woman-hating attitude formed in public school. 8. H. D. GRIMSRUD. Wembley, Alta. “Ole” was born in Fairdale, N.D., and came to Alberta about 12 years ago. Operates his private amateur station VE4AID. A likeable fellow who 11. R. D. WILSON. Calgary, Alta. Born in Calgary in 1917. Hobbies—basketball and hockey. Likes radio, and would make a good electrician if he weren’t so smart in Maths. Am¬ bition—to become a projectionist. 12. KENNETH GRAY. Kitscoty, Alta. Kenny came to Tech, to see what makes a radio talk. He works in a garage in his home town. Is a good sport and destined to be another Marconi. 36 T HE year 1937-38 has been a very satisfactory one, with a good number of students in each group, all displaying a serious attitude of mind, as should be the case in young men of 22 years of age. (The average for the Institute). Several new pieces have been added to the equipment of the Department, including a cylinder honing outfit, a vacuum cleaning machine with additional attachments for cleaning car interiors, a motor polishing outfit, a solder spray gun, a pneumatic body hammer, a tire vulcanizing unit and a unit grease dispenser. These, added to our already excellent equipment, which includes a Van Norman cyl. boring bar, go a long way to keep the equipment up-to-date in an industry which is ever changing. The cars brought in for repair range from one or two of 1927 up to and, including a number of 1937 Later models have generally required fender and body repairs; at least one of the 1937 cars, however, had new pistons installed. The work changes from year to year as conditions in the trade change. This year we have had a considerably larger volume of body and fender work, and painting. This is in line with the policy of the Department, and is justified by the large number of openings for those trained along this line. It is rather interesting to note that a number of students have secured employment in industry this year in body and fender work. More will doubtless follow. Conditions in the trade of motor mechanics have improved greatly in recent years. Legislation provides for a minimum wage. The Workmen’s Proficiency Act requires that persons employed in several industries be certificated. Time spent at an approved Institute of Technology may, if the course is com¬ pleted, count as two years towards the time required for mechanic’s certificate of proficiency. The Act Respecting Garagemen’s Liens, recently passed, gives protection to garage men in respect to the collection of bills for repair work. This Act will go a long way to smooth out some of the garage operators’ business worries. I feel very optimistic for the graduating group. Nearly every large garage in the province has on its staff some of our graduates. Many of the past students have gone up to positions of responsibility or have gone into business for themselves. The ex-students I have in mind include: the western manager of “Motor”, an International Magazine Company’s publication; a mechanical engineer; a manager of an automobile distributor parts department; a number of stockmen and record clerks with one of the leading manufacturers of cars and trucks; several as battery and ignition specialists; a number of machin¬ ists and welders; some fitters with the Ordnance Corps and R.C.A.S.C. This list is only partially representative, but space does not allow of a more comprehensive one. Students within the Department, and those who will be graduating this year, may be assured of some opportunities either in filling replace¬ ment requirements or as new positions are created. May Success Attend You! Perseverance and Precision will assure you Progress. Good luck, Boys! C. A. CHOATE, Chief Instructor. 37 -wsns m-awsar ssl-s S.’,“ VS?,,? “ fjsaars 4. F. T. BOIDA. Morecombe, Alta. g z sstsi 11. C. R. CARROLL. Calgary, Alta. 13. K. C. CLARKE. Calgary, Alta. S|l« 38 17. BERT HALL. Calgary. Alta. 18. ARTHUR HARGREAVES. Calgary, Alta. The ch ‘fs s to Tech, to 1, 25. BILL DYRDA. St. Paul, Alta. 39 -,- 37. J. D. MOORE. Calgary, Alta. Rugby ' 32. ANDY KINASBWICH. W , A,-. a� iS SS £ £ - «£ 2£3HFfe« •„ � ■ � ■ «.,„. «— —. sm ' ■ __ ss°£‘KH££-H ' S?£ f S But±� A±isiSHr nS-ZSfcKfH I awj 40 46. L. G. TAYLOR. Stettler, Alta. 50. S. J. WOOD. Macleod, Alta. £ i S3-S£i , H« 52. J. ZAROWNY. Northern Valley, Alta. TOBACCO TRIBULATIONS By F. D. and K.M. SHELTON (To Margaret, in sympathy, upon the occasion of stealing of her tobacco by the dog while she slept in on I Year’s Day. Apologies to Rudyard Kipling’s “If.”) If And keep our ' menta!’balance usMhe same; And see the dog purloin it from your bed; And know that you may never get it backo, And yet not let it make you lose your head; If you canHe in bed till nearly dinner, And f4eT youfself n becoming e! hourly C thinn And still sleep on, and on, and on, and on; ” ' ll, in spite of all, you keep unruffled, I calmly search the house from end to end, Al Y o nan Ttrack a X g tVuam to’itTlMr; 8 ’ g ™ r If, when the disappointing search is ended, Deprived of soothing fumes, you still keep c A And keep ' ori searching ' ’ ' A Y d o ev uSt ,, ESfk l t b ; Just wanting restoration of If you can keep a brave front to your neighbours, c«ffsriafisir “ srW - T’unearth from his dread laid the lousy thief; And what is more, my dear, you’re going some. 41 J. A. GOODY. SSS v ESSn gSsS?S SCB 4. JOHN DALGAS. Crescent Valley, B.C. ipSi-KiiSi S3xSk?� £ 12 ROLAND MEUNIER Vancouver B C 42 16. J. L. PENNOCK. Elnora, Alta. 17. BILL SEXSMITH. Stavely, Alta. Made the hockey team this year and revels in handing out body-checks. Motor’s gift to the noises. Hobby—15th Light Horse. 18.—A. J. SPENCER. Medicine Hat, Alta. FINDING A JOB POINTED POETRY Take this, my boy, and remember it long, Though now it may strike you as funny, A job with a chance to improve and advance, 1s better than one that pays money. Take a hint from an old man who’s travelled the way, Just heed to his counsel a minute, There’s a job that may pay you five dollars a day, But that’s all there will ever be in it. Don’t look at the cash as so many boys do, Take a look at the long years before you; See how much you can learn, not how much you can earn, And the place which the future has for you. Can you rise from the post where they’d have you begin? How far will this humble job take you? These are questions to ask. They pay well for the task. But what sort of a man will it make you? Oh, many a boy has begun with a rush And has grabbed at a man’s wage blindly: Now he sticks as a man at the spot he began, And thinks life has used him unkindly. So look for a job with a future ahead, Seek a chance to grow greater and greater, Seek a place where you know as you work you will grow, And the money will come to you later. A lion met a tiger as they drank be.side a pool. “Tell me,” said the tiger, “why are you roaring like a fool?” “That’s not foolish,” said the lion, with a twinkle in his eyes, “They call me King of the Beasts because I advertise.” A rabbit heard them talking, and ran homeward like a streak. He thought he’d try the lion’s plan, but his roar was just a squeak. A fox come to investigate—had luncheon in the woods. Moral—never advertise unless you have the goods. —The Illinois Teacher. “Shay, Oshifer, where’s the corner?” “Why, you’re standing on it!” “ ’S’at so; no wonder I couldn’t find it!” The following letter was received recently by a concern that manufactures corn syrup: “Dear Sirs: Though I have taken six cans of your corn syrup my feet are no better now than they were before I ‘•■tarted.” Mr. Wynne—“What model is your car?” Harvey Sproule—“It isn’t a model, it’s a horrible example.” —Edgar A. Guest. 43 THANKS FOR THE TIP Gordon Bennett—I know a girl who plays by ear. Z2H 8. JOHN STROCHER. Calgary, Alta. HO ! HO ! AND A BOTTLE OF RUM A cavalry officer remarked that, during the Great War, he halter shanks. The horse ran down the road and was returned Here U how the sailor described his adventure to his “I saw the horse sailing along with the painter trailing. I came alongside and grabbed the painter from the port side. horse began to roll, pitch and heave otTinbme’fwas amid- ships and the next was on the quarterdeck, and then I was } managed to hang on to the painter, and this timTl got aboard from the starboard side. Again I was pitched and tossed from “From my position overboard I decided that, as it had the wind astern, it would not be a favourable situation to get aboard again, so I towed it home bv the painter and tied it up to the rail. You will find it moored down there by the dock.” A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A TECH STUDENT By BILL WILSON Gradually it dawns on me that someone is calling my name. Oh, yes, there’s school today, the same as usual, and I suppose I must get up. But wouldn’t it be nice to go back to sleep for just a little while? “Say, do you know it’s a quarter to eight?” Frantically I scramble out of bed, realizing that I have paid another short visit to the Land of Nod. Dressing in nothing flat, I soon find myself gulping my breakfast in a manner not described in a book on etiquette. Now I’m puffing up the hill with exactly two minutes left. If I walk a little faster I believe I’ll make it. Without taking off my overcoat, I rush into the shop just in time to answer “Here.” Boy, if my name had been two lines higher up on the alphabetical list it would have meant a trip to the office for a late slip. Solemnly declaring that hereafter I will get up when first called, I don my coveralls and start the morning’s work. The time flies by, and soon it will be time to wash up and hike home for lunch. The afternoon doesn’t seem to go by so fast. Maybe it’s because spring is in the air, and the urge to get outside to enjoy the warm sunshine is in my bones. Finally the last bell rings and I’m off for home. The weather is so nice that I believe I’ll walk down to the library to get a biography to read. After all, that summary has to be written sometime. Homework, reading and radio after supper and it’s time to roll under the covers again. As I doze off I wonder if I’ll remember my resolution at 7.IS a.m. Well, it—won’t—be—long—until—I find—ou t. TWELVE THINGS TO REMEMBER (1) The value of time. (2) The success of perseverance. (3) The pleasure of working. (4) The dignity of simplicity. (5) The worth of character. (6) The power of kindness. (7) The influence of example. (8) The obligation of duty. (9) The wisdom of economy. (10) The virtue of patience- (11) The improving of talent. (12) The joy of originating. 45 THE BANQUET HAT is the date? February 4. What is the time? ▼▼ 6.30 p.m. Oh, yes! The big event of the year has come at last. Thus began the Sixteenth Annual Banquet and Dance of the Institute. As in previous years it proved to be the culmination of all our social functions. The Banquet Committee, under the cap¬ able leadership of Chairman Steve Nazar, spent much time in the previous two weeks feverishly preparing so that all might be in readiness for the night of nights. They were justly rewarded for their untiring efforts, for every item seemed to have been attended to, and nothing which would have added to our enjoyment was lacking. By 6.30 p.m. the Palliser Hotel had taken on a festive atmosphere, for scattered throughout this great building could be seen Tech, boys dressed to “kill” and girls resplendent in their evening regalia ready for the “kill.” A very appetizing and enjoyable supper gave the affair a flying start. The programme was opened by Mr. Fowler, who proposed a toast to “The King.” Community singing, led by Mr. Hutch- croft and accompanied by Mr. Forsey, followed, and afforded those who were wont to give vent to their feelings an excellent opportunity to do so. Dr. McNally, speaking in his usual humorous vein, brought greetings from the Department of Education. The General Shop Octette came next, rendering two excellent and much appreciated songs. Mr. Bennett spoke on behalf of Dr. Carpenter, who was unfortunately not able to attend. However, Mr. Bennett proved himself a very able substitute by delivering in a characteristic manner the chief items of Dr. Carpenter’s proposed speech. Mr. Bennett stressed the value of the Technical Institute to Calgary business. Captain Edwards then favoured us with two excellent songs which brought enthusiastic applause from a very attentive audience. Mr. Rhodes followed, giving the address to the Students from the Staff, during which he kept the audience In a continual uproar by his many humorous anecdotes. The Institute’s Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Mrs. Paynter, then rendered two very much appreciated musical numbers. The speeches were brought to a close by our Presi¬ dent, Wallace Harper, who was slated to address the staff on behalf of the students, but finding it a rather difficult and dangerous task, spent more of his time in giving ' a few humorous sidelines relative to the activities of some of the members o the staff. The programme closed with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” Mr. Fowler, acting as Toastmaster, showed throughout the programme why he was aptly dubbed “a past master at toast¬ mastering.” Each speaker was skilfully introduced to the audience by some rather fitting remarks, much to the amuse¬ ment of the audience and much to the happy discomfiture of the speakers. The decorations this year were of an excellent calibre, the result of hours of hard work by all the departments to create something worth while for a “worth-while” occasion. Each department had constructed something illustrative of its function. The Aero Class had a revolving aeroplane engine and an airship; the Art students a futuristic street scene; the Electrics an electrical sign and other electrical equipment; the General Shop a little red school house; and each of the other departments had similar representative objects. The mural portraits of the instructors which were hung along the walls of the dining hall were the result of much effort on the part of the senior Art students. The dance was the concluding item on a very enjoyable programme of entertainment. Jerry Fuller arid his orchestra supplied snappy music befitting the spirit and gaiety and hilarity so much in evidence. Although the Banquet and Dance are now a thing of the past, in the years to come we shall look back to that evening with pleasure. In fact, the last stanza of William Wordsworth’s poem, “The Daffodils”, most fittingly describe the feelings which will be aroused in us when we look back to that night. For the sake of those who may have for¬ gotten that stanza we take the privilege of concluding with these few lines: “For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my heart with pleasure fills And dances with the Daffodils.” LITERARY PROGRAMMES %4 HO’S putting on the programme today?” This was TT the weekly question to which no one seemed to know the answer, until the week his own class put on the programme. Then remember how nervous we all were, but what fun we had. Or perhaps you were one of those superior persons who sat out in the crowd and felt sorry for all those poor mortals on the stage. We have had two very successful series of programmes, all very entertaining and enjoyable. Let us review and pick out the outstanding features:—The Art Gypsies, The Composite Minstrels, The Motor Garage, The Dressmakers’ Valentines, The General Shop and Building Construction Octette, The Radio Broadcast, The Aero Mock Trial, and others. All pro¬ grammes were oi such a very high standard that the awarding of just a few points meant the decision as to the winner. However, General Shop and Building Construction finally received the nod in both series and were twice presented with the cherished mug—surely an envious record. Our thanks go to our friends Mr. Safran and Mr. Fleming for the excellent way in which they carried on the community singing to the enjoyment of all. Building Construction Ceramics Diesel Engineering Farm Construction General Shop Machine Shop. Mechanical Drafting 1. JACK BUNDY. Cowley, Alta. After cartooning Willie Miners, his big ambition is to grow hair on his cedar chest. When you’re near you’ll hear: “Are you ready?” Tweet! Tweet! Tweet 1 Tweet! Tweet! 2. WILLIE FORSTER. Leduc, Alta. A happy-go-lucky who plays hockey as well as he does a guitar. Ambition: to be able to master any job he undertakes. Favourite saying: “You’re 3. BILL HARVEY. Lethbridge, Alta. Raised in Lethbridge, Bill has more than one interest in Bellevue, where he is employed in con¬ tracting. Hopes to be his own boss soon. Is an exceptionally good skater. 4. ED. LAZORUK. Rycroft, Alta. Born in Rycroft, Northern Alberta; in 1937-38 he found himself in Calgary taking a course in Building Construction. Ed’s ambition is to explore the wilds of Rycroft. 5. G. D. LeDREW. Medicine Hat, Alta. Born in the “Hat” some twenty years ago, he obtained his Grade Twelve and then came to Tech, to exercise his knowledge. Photography is his hobby, and he hopes to get a degree in Building Construction. 6. S. A. MCDONALD. Calgary, Alta. A born Scotsman whose activities include hockey and rugby. Dancing and driving a car keep him satisfied. Wants to become a general contractor. Hates rainy weather already. 7. BILL MINERS. Saskatoon, Sask. An able skiier from Saskatoon. Hobby: canoe construction. Ambition: to go skiing at Banff every Sunday. Dislikes joking about his mous¬ tache. Favourite saying: “Shucks, ’twern’t 8. GORDON MOSESON. Wetaskiwin, Alta. Came to the Institute in the hopes of becoming an architect. Construction of windows and doors does not seem to fit his line. His singing has been outstanding on Lit. and Banquet programmes. 9. G. M. MURRAY. Lethbridge, Alta. The boy from Lethbridge who hopes to make good in the Big City as a building contractor. His chief interests are centered in the Normal School. 10. STEVE NAZAR. Calgary, Alta. Activities—everything. Was chairman of Banquet Committee. Wears a red shirt at Tech, for propa¬ ganda. Would like to plan cities in future. Begins pep talk with “Listen here, you guys.” 11. KENNETH VINE. Calgary, Alta. Born in Calgary 18 years ago, he raises chickens as a hobby. Ambition: to build modern hen¬ houses. Hates to talk quietly. 12. TONY FRANSON. Brooks, Alta. A mass producer of doors, who gets a thrill out of beating the stock market. Frequently admon¬ ishes his class-mates with “The door of success is labeled ‘Push’.” 13. PAUL KALAWSKY. Camrose, Alta. Paul is a quiet and well-liked fellow. His am¬ bition is to become a master builder. His hobbies are playing the guitar and singing. 48 THE SHOOTING CLUB 49 2. BILL WALKLEY. South Slocan, B.C. „ MSk M JXAtTzsJ z ZF X sir 1 : ss two or three who put in an appearance during the whole season. The special prize for ladies was won by Miss McLintock of the ' he Club became affiliated with the Domin this season and so became eligible to shoot for the f p by this Club. To the first year members who will Ain’t it the truth? A heavy date makes the mind lighter. The best way to wipe out a friendship is to sponge on it. All things come to the other fellow if you will only sit wn and wait. it there ls one rascal less in h’e orhl—Carly™ CENEHHE SHOP 12. JOHN POLLOCK. Calgary, Alta. 14. FRED WHITTLE. Cochrane, ipsest 50 mi 1. ROBERT BUTCHART. New Denver, B.C. A student from far away B.C. Plays in the Institute Orchestra, but his main interests are in hiking, swimming and golfing. His chief ambition is to be an A-l machinist. 2. HOWARD COWAN. Lloydminster, Alta. This tall, lanky chap spends all his time at his work, which becomes social at night. After com¬ pleting a special Machine Shop Course, he hopes to become Lloyd’s best blacksmith. 3. WILLIAM CROMBIE. Calgary, Alta. His activity is dancing; his only interest, shoot¬ ing ; and his chief ambition, to be a good machinist. Is prejudiced against school. It is suicidal to use his favourite expression, “Hi, droop 1” 4. J. C. DAVIES. Lloydminster, Alta. Ambition—to become the owner of a large machine shop. Pet aversion—women. Favourite saying—“If I wasn’t broke I’d-”. 5. K. T. MACKINNON. Eston, Sask. Fiddles furiously well in the Tech. Orchestra. His ambition is to be a machinist who takes life easy. Homework is his pet aversion. Favourite sayings are in machinist’s language—unprintable. 6. CARMAN MATHER. Calgary, Alta. Ambition—to own a laundry for washing lathe aprons. Pet aversion—his sister’s Pekinese. Favourite saying—“I don’t wanna!” Activities— Rugby, and bellowing in the corner of the Machine 7. E. OAK. Pine Lake, Alta. The multifarious duties of a farmer apparently led this sturdy lad with a sturdy namesake to qualify for an inside job. How well he qualifies, time and the price of wheat will probably tell. 8. CLAUDE ROBERTS. Woodford, Alta. Our Class Rep. is a basketball flash, as well as being a musical wizard. His ambition is to make a square nut with round corners, on the milling machine. 9. BILL ROWAN. Calgary, Alta. Bill’s big ambition is to be a six-day bike racer. Pet aversion is operations and hospitals. Screams “Oh, my operation!” at the slightest provocation. Plays goalie for Machine Shop. 51 10. JOHN SAUNDERS. Calgary, Alta. A local lad specializing in Machine Shop, after two years of Motor. A master decorator, stage hand, and all around joker, his ambition is to coax twenty-five out of “Chevvie.” 11. JAMES STEWART. Calgary, Alta. Shorty, the worry wart of the Machine Shop, hopes some day to ride a lathe side-saddle. Hates number four lathe, the cross-feed of which catches him under the chin. 12. GEORGE THOMPSON. Calgary, Alta. Hails from the smoky end of East Calgry. He loves to hold down a bed, and his ambitiop, to die in one. Favourite saying, “ZZZZzzzz.” 13. CLARKE UPTON. Fishburn, Alta. Supremely indifferent to dances and social affairs, Clarke would like to live in a machine shop. Threatens physical violence to anyone daring to ask why he shuns dances. Favourite expression: ‘ Scram, Stewart 1 ’ ’ 14. HENRY VERKERK. Fernie, B.C. Henry, alias Dutch, likes all sports, even Rugby, but can’t see how anyone can get a kick out of a thing and like it. Ambition—to hit high C or his trombone. HUE SUP IE 15. R. N. WALLS. Banff, Alta. pSSsi v .. JUST AN OLD HILL-BILLY CUSTOM By BEN. LUST While I was travelling with a party of jolly friends soi the extreme age and vitality of g story of a wrinkled, gray-bearded i fence sobbing bitterly when a “What seems to be the trouble?” asked the stranger- “My Pop done whupped me,” whimpered the old man, wringing the tears out of his whiskers. “Yup, that’s right, stranger. He whupped me ’cause I threw rocks at Grandpa when I caught him neckin’ my gal EDITING If we clip thii We are too la If we don’t, v If we stick cl. We ought to If we do get out a it this record is n t jokes people sa; e to the job all day, e on the job in the o If we don’t print contributions, We don’t appreciate true genius. If we do print them, the column is filled with junk- If we make a change in the other fellow’s write-up, We are too critical; If we don’t, we are asleep. We swiped this from some Right, we did. 52 1. LAWRENCE G. AMBLER. Therien, Alta. Previously farmed with the old plugs, but hopes to be able to do it with spark plugs when he finishes at Tech. 2. CHARLIE ANDREWS. Vulcan, Alta. Quite interested in amateur dramatics. Remem¬ ber the butler? Wants to be a big power farmer. Has an inexhaustible fund of jokes and recitations. 3. EDWARD BISHOP. Lethbridge, Alta. Ted is a dark, curly-haired lad of 18. He is rather studious, with a natural mechanical ability. His good nature and ready wit make him popular with all. 4. WILMER BONERTZ. Pincher Creek, Alta. Chief joy in life is in working up a good argu¬ ment, often over nothing. Is good-natured and easy to get along with. Argues with equal facility on either side of any question. 5. ALLAN BRENNAN. Forestburg, Alta. “Still waters run deep” describes this silent lad. We have reason to believe that his quiet mien camouflages keen wit and penetrating observation. Spends his leisure time skating. 6. ELMER BUDGEON. Dapp, Alta. Originated in the farming district of Dapp. Came to Tech, to learn the fine points of farm technique and Diesel motors. Ambition: to own a hamburger 7. KEITH CHISHOLM. Barons, Alta. Keith wonders what the City of Calgary looks like from the top of the Institute tower. He has rather lofty ambitions in life. 8. TOM CLIFFORD. Vulcan, Alta. Says his only hobby is dancing. Combines a pleasing personality with a strong capacity for work, so will probably go far in his chosen occu¬ pation—farming. 9. JOHN A. C. HELLAWELL. Thelma, Alta. Wee Jackie is a wizard at blacksmithing. He excels in tinkering with magnetos. He is of the type who paddle their own canoe. 10. FORBES HENRY. Nanton, Alta. His ambition is to become a gentleman farmer. His favourite pastimes are fishing and mountain climbing. Beware, you fair maidens, he is a heart-breaker. 11. ERIC HIBBARD. Peace River, Alta. Born in Redvers, Sask., now farming in the Peace River country. He is fond of skating and dancing. His chief ambition is to become the wheat king of the north. 12. SIGWALD HOLMS. Dapp, Alta. Although a hard-working lad from the north, he has a hard time getting up before breakfast. 13. JOHN JAMES. Bulwark, Alta. John hails from a famous wheat growing district. He is of the quiet, confident type with a likeable personality. Will make a successful farmer. 14. PERCY JAMES. Bulwark, Alta. Percy has a mania for knowledge of everything in general. He is liked by all, and confesses his weakness for brunettes. Feels very much at home in the blacksmith shop. 53 15. JOHNNY JOR GENSON. Granum, Alta. Johnny is a wheat grower who wants to mech¬ anize. Hence he came to Tech, to learn all about 16. JOHN KEELER. Baintree, Alta. This smiling young man arrived in Baintree in 1919. He likes to ask questions about engines, and hopes someday to be a modern tractor mechanic. 17. RUPERT KLATT. Birdsholm, Alta. He is a lonesome bachelor, good-looking, and well-to-do, so step right up, girls. Hopes to be¬ come a modern tractor mechanic. 18. J. A. KOVICH. Calgary, Alta. Curly came from the sunny south. After spend¬ ing a year at Olds he came to Tech, to become an expert. The sound of sweet-running machinery is 20. LLOYD MARLER. Camrose, Alta. Lloyd hails from Camrose. He is a popular lad and is a hard worker, especially when the Instructor is around. He likes all sports, par¬ ticularly hockey and tumbling. 21. ANDREW MATH I SON. Kitscoty, Alta. While attending Tech. Andy has proved himself to be studious, industrious, and cheerful. He should achieve his ambition, which is to become an engineer. Tries to emulate Wilf Carter. 22. GRANT MATSON. Cardston, Alta. Grant first saw stars in 1919. He hails from one of the greatest ranching districts. His ambition is to be a cowboy, and his weakness is lovely girls. 24. DON MURRAY. Lethbridge, Alta. A very likeable chap whose silence is golden. Attended the Olds School of Agriculture, and is brushing up on tractors at Tech. 25. HARRY NICOLL. Jumping Pound, Alta. After becoming an expert cowhand, Harry came to Tech, to join the Farm Mechanics. Enjoys all sports, especially ping-pong. Chief weakness is barracks’ dances. 26. WILLIAM OLENEK. Edson, Alta. Bill is a popular lad who hails from Edson. He likes skating and hockey. He plays for the Tech. Hockey Team, and is noted for his speed and stick¬ handling. 27. TOM PENZLOFF. Claresholm, Alta. Tom knows everything about gas engines. Is seldom heard, but is ubiquitous. 19. DOUG. MARLER. Camrose, Alta. A wide-awake boy from a wide-awake town. Takes everything in his stride, and has the happy faculty of making friends. Is athletically inclined. 23. DON McINTOSH. Hartell, Alta. Don is so independent that he is determined to become his own boss. Is very fond of boxing, skating and swimming, in their respective seasons. 28. ELVIN PETERSON. Scandia, Alta. Bud is the bright boy of the Farm Construction Group. His favourite pastime is coming late and going early. Ambition : to find something he can’t 54 29. TOM PINDER. Edmonton, Alta. Tom has a very mild disposition. He likes to run engines, and spends most of his time reading about them. His ambition is to come through smiling. 30. ALFRED POFFENROTH. Calgary, Alta. A city lad who plans to desert the bright lights and become a farm mechanic. His manual skill and ambition will lead him to his goal. 31. CECIL ROBINSON. Lethbridge, Alta. Only his good nature prevents Cecil from wreck¬ ing the cantankerous tractor at his home. Hopes to fix it up some day and still have it run. 32. MEREDITH SHATTO. Vulcan, Alta. Born near Gleichen in 1920. Known to his many Tech, frends as John or Shady. Takes a keen interest in all Institute projects. Hopes to become a star mechanic. 33. GEORGE SHEA. Camrose, Alta. Chief cause of the “Back to the land” movement on the part of the fair sex. Plays the guitar, and packs a wicked right. Ambition: to own and oper¬ ate a farm. Only fault: he yodels. 34. H. G. SHERK. Wembley, Alta. Born near Wembley, he took his Grade XII at Beaver Lodge High School. Is popular with both staff and students. Wants to have some letters 35. BILL SPEERSTRA. Calgary, Alta. A good-natured chap, liked by the boys about the shop. Takes an active part in all Tech, activities. He hopes to become a master farmer when he graduates. 36. RICHARD STANGIER. Strathmore, Alta. Possesses a splendid baritone voice and likes to sing to a certain dressmaker. Favourite sports are hockey and baseball. Ambition is to master that big Diesel. 37. JOSEPH WARREN. Champion, Alta. Joe came to Tech, to find out what makes tractor wheels turn. Is good-natured and a good sport. His ambition is to be a successful tractor farmer. 39. BILL ZAHARA. Rycroft, Alta. A husky Peace River lad of eighteen winters. Full of fun, yet here to learn all he can. Well liked by all classmates. Bill hopes to become a 40. CHESTER ZAJIC. Edgerton, Alta. Very good-natured, but a little bashful towards the opposite sex. Chester is jack-of-all-trades, and specializes in mechanics. 41. STANLEY WATSON. Provost, Alta. Stan is one of those hard-working boys from Provost. His weakness is studying. We expect him to go far in this world. Good luck, Stan. 42. W. G. McFARLANE. Buffalo Lake, Alta. Personality: genial and friendly. Weaknesses: good food, and attractive demoiselles. Ambition: to own a business in Peace River. 38. NEIL WEAVER. Calgary, Alta. Very good-natured, and a very studious scholar. Wants to be a farmer. Hobby: fixing Model T Fords. He would like to learn to dance. 43. BERNARD SCHAMUNN. Leduc, Alta. A happy-go-lucky fellow who is liked by every¬ one. He is a good skater. He hopes to learn to 55 sww 0 , S5 tt. iA Mr. Hedley, Instructor; L. A. Brittain; J. Douglas; R. E. Erickson; W. J. Dowler; H. J. Bigelow; G. M. Adams; W. Jensen; H. G. Hoines; O. W. Holmberg; S. Kimble; P. Hnidan. DIESEL ENGINEERING CLASS On February 7th the regular Farm Construction Class started taking Diesel engineering, and was augmented by several others who were interested solely in that line of work. Owing to the size of the class, it had to he divided into two groups, alternating with each other twice a day in the “Bull Pen” and Shop. Operations started with the tearing down of a few Diesel jobs that were in the shop and valve grinding, re¬ babbitting and crank-shaft bedding were the order of the day. An equal amount of time was spent in the lecture room, where the intricacies of injection pumps, combustion chambers and fuel timing were drilled into the class by the very competent instructional staff. A little variation was obtained when the class, in groups of two or three, was allowed to take out the two big Diesel caterpillar tractors in order to get practice in their operation. This consisted of tearing up the soil in the adjoining field into haphazard patterns, much to the enjoyment of the class. However, despite the fun, a great deal of knowl¬ edge was gained in the five weeks oc cupied by the course, and anyone who didn’t get something out of it has no one but him¬ self to blame. 56 T HE designation Symphony Orchestra rather suggests a temperamental and exacting conductor, impossibly dif¬ ficult musical scores, and formal regimentation of rehearsals. The Tech. Symphony is delightfully none of these. In Mrs. Paynter we have a rare combination of musical and directing talent, and downright good-fellowship. In the con¬ genial atmosphere of practices, no accusing or menacing glares from “The Maestro” greet the budding musician guilty of a musical misdemeanor or even felony, but smiles and chuckles and “That’s fine, kiddies and pals, let’s try it again!” To Mrs. Paynter is due much of the credit for the success of the organization. The first practices were encouraging from the point of view of members and variety of instruments, and under the benign and paternal guidance of Mr. Fowler, a practice schedule was drawn up. Mr. Fowler has been a power behind the scenes, cheerfully accepting responsibilities, unobstrusively and. effi¬ ciently handling the onerous duties of an organizer and business manager. The joint presentation of the Orchestra and Dramatic Club in February was the occasion of the Orchestra’s first public appearance and provided a much-appreciated and enriching background for the play. The variety and symphonic standard of the numbers were praised, and indeed, regrets were expressed that more “entre actes” selections were not heard. Practices are now under way for a second joint presentation. At the Banquet in the Palliser Hotel, the Orchestra again performed, and assumed something of its true position as an important student activity, both as a pleasureable and instruc¬ tive activity for the members and as an entertainment for the whole student body. PERSONNEL—Pianist—Alberta Hannam, 1st Violins— S. A. Green, E. Martinovsky, John Pollock, Jacqueline Trusler, Miss Mentel, Miss Ulry. Clarinets—R. E. Byron, B. Cockell, J. Bundy, Trombone—H. Verkerk, 2nd Violins— K. McKinnon, H. G. States, R. J. Filipkowski, J. R. Smith, Miss Shymanski, Sam Saluk, J. Fowler, Miss Dando, T. Massing, Saxaphone— C. M. Horne, Cornets— R. Hixt, L. Erickson, R. L. Butchart. 57 B?rn Back Row, left to right: W. McKinley, Dick Mathews, Roy Zipse, W. Verna Rose, L. Glover. Front Row; c McLeod _ Yvonne L IGHTS! Curtains! Another Technical Dramatic Club production is under way! Backstage, perspiring nervously under grease paint or trying to be nonchalantly unconcerned, are the rest of the cast. A script is hurriedly read, the cue is given and the actors are at last on stage delivering those lines and actions which they have rehearsed for so many weeks. There is something about dramatics that, like prospecting, “gets into your blood.” After each successive production, with all its worry, work and nervous strain, each performer mentally vows “never again.” When next the play reading is announced, however, there are all the enthusiasts, “enthusing” as much as ever. For there is very definitely something to be gained from this avocation- Knowledge is increased, diction improved, voice production aided, memory trained, and a host of other benefits, too numerous to mention, derived. The success of a Dramatic Club depends largely upon the director at the head of it. In this respect Tech, is singularly ilarper, J. Inglis, J. Pollock, Mr. F. S. Dyke, C. Andrews, W. McCallum Ouellette, M. Caswell, M. Newman, B. Prigge. fortunate in having the services of Mr. F. S. Dyke. This gen¬ tleman has been for many years outstanding in amateur dramatics in Calgary. The wisdom gained from such wide experience was visibly reflected in his advice regarding the two plays produced during the year. The first of these was entitled, “The Perfect Allibi, by A. A. Milne. It successfully fulfilled the requirements of such an organization as ours in that it gave ample scope for a numerous variety of characters (although in this respect the work is woefully handicapped by the size of the stage available). How¬ ever from every point of view it was a success. This includes the financial end, for the gate receipts were well’over sixty dollars. Encouraged by this start, a second production is now under way. It is entitled, “To Have the Honor.” Although by the same author, the two plays differ essentially, as the first was drama and the second is farce. However, similar success is hoped for. 58 ell, R. Wing; W. Downey, L. Wing; H. Spaethe, Goal; Roy ; H. Straughan, Defense; T. CornborougV R. Win-: W. Defense; Mr. Nelson, Staff Rep. Rainey, Defense; W. Sexsmith, Defense. Tallman, R. Wing; H. Hannah, OCKEY activities for the term 1937-38 got under way well before Christmas due to an early freeze-up. A very representative meeting was called by Mr. Nelson, Staff Repre¬ sentative for hockey, towards the last of November. Melvin Julson was elected manager and Wallace Harper secretary of the hockey organization. Inter-class hockey was organized immediately. Due to the large enrollment it was decided that ten teams should be formed instead of eight, as had been the custom, and that these should be divided into two divisions for the purpose of playoffs. A forty-game schedule was drawn up by the manager and inter¬ class hockey was under way. Due to a very mild winter the schedule went off with an almost unprecedented punctuality. The leading teams were very keen competitors, as evidenced in the finals, which were a series of high-class games. First Year Motors came through on top after a well-earned victory over their rivals, the First Year Aeros. Consequently they were given the trophy, which was not awarded the two previous years due to unfinished schedules. The Senior Hockey Team was organized shortly after the inauguration of the Inter-class League. At the time of writing the outcome of the Inter-Collegiate League is not known. The Tech, boys failed to make points in the early part of the schedule, although their style of playing was given high credit by the other league members. However, more recent games have told a different story and the boys are hopeful of success. INTER-CLASS HOCKEY The Inter-class Hockey competition has this year produced unusually keen rivalry, many hard-fought games and some really high-class hockey. Considerable interest was shown in the games by the students, large crowds turning out to witness the struggles, which took place during the noon recess when weather permitted. The unusually mild winter somewhat inter¬ fered with the schedule, and almost prevented the final game being brought to an issue. It was eventually played off, how¬ ever, upon a rink that looked more suitable for water polo than for ice hockey- Motor I. obtained the decision from Aero. I. on the second replay of the final game. 59 fOR real thrills, go to see the girls playing basketball. Is there any better game for the gentler sex? Is there any other recreation, even dancing, which affords better recreation, or which better displays the swift grace of movement? Moreover, the girls know their basketball. The team is rapidly becoming a colossal success, and its members are having a tremendous amount of fun and amuse¬ ment. At the beginning of the season the play was more than a little lacking in combination and smoothness, but under the coaching of Dick Ramey and H. Verkerk the players soon settled down into a hard-working, fast-breaking and go-getting team. So far only one game has been played this year, and although this was lost, the Tech, girls put up one of the best games seen in the gym. this season. What matters defeat anyway? Better luck next time, and the game is the thing. No report of Girls’ Basketball would be complete without an acknowledgment of the valuable work of Miss Veenendahl in organizing this activity. ■60 Back Row: Art Henderson, Coach; H. Verkerk; L. Falkner, K. Michie; Mr. Choate, Front Row: C. Roberts, S. Cosburn, G. Cahoon, G. Wheeler. Prospects of a successful season for the Tech. Basketball Team are bright. Under the able management of Mr. Choate and the guidance of Mr. A. Alexander, the well-known Calgary basketball coach, the activities of the team are being directed in an extremely efficient manner. Among the players—Grant Cahoon, Grant Wheeler, Henry Verkerk, Claude Roberts, Lloyd Faulkner and Stan Cosburn—there is sufficient talent to build a really first-class team; and under the supervision of the coach combination, without which the best of players can¬ not hope to win matches, is steadily improving. Out of over a dozen games played to date, only four have been lost. Among the latter must be numbered the first game of the Provincial Intermediate Men’s Basketball League. This is a matter for regret, but there are plenty of games yet to be played, and ample time to retrieve the ground lost. The team is improving, and will continue to improve with further practice, and the future is promising. The team could do with more support, and every Tech, student can help win the League by turning out to yell for his side. To play before friends, and to have the stimulus and encouragement of a number of fellow students, is an immense help to the players. So roll up to the games, Ye Techites, and see the name of the Institute inscribed on the cup at the end of the season! INTER-CLASS BASKETBALL As usual, great interest is being taken in the Inter-class Basketball competition, and al l the games so far have been played with the utmost keenness and enthusiasm Commencing just three weeks after the opening of the Institute in October, the first series concluded recently with the Composite Class as winners. The games were all played in the noon hour, and many hectic and hard-fought battles were waged. Electric II and Motor 1A opened the competition in a hard-hitting and excit¬ ing game in which the former emerged victorious- The finalists were the Composite Class and Aeronautics, the former winning one of the fastest and closest games of the series by the narrow margin of 48 to 43. The second series is just about to com¬ mence, and the Composites will not win again if the Aeros. can help it.. 61 Back Row, left to right: E. Farvolden, R. Mackay, B. Metge, H. Hanna. N. Pennock, Peterson, G. Showman, C. Johnson, J. Warren, B. Cooper, B. Walls, A. Spencer. Front Row: R. Bennett, A. Cembella, N. Lindsay, D. Lineham, A. Baerg, G. Shea, J. Kehoe, M. Shatta, J. Simpson. BOXING, WRESTLING and TUMBLING T HESE he-man sports have been well patronized this year, thirty or more of the boys turning out every Friday night to play their parts in the ring, on the mat or off the spring-board. Under the instruction of their 225-pound coach, “Rosy” Lind¬ say, the punchers, the grunt-and-growl artists and the somer¬ saulting tumblers do their stuff and continue to improve. More than one Provincial champion of boxing and wrestling have learned their art in the Tech, gym.; and it may be that among those who are today learning the lead and counter and hook or the half-nelson and cross-buttock are the white hopes of tomorrow- Some idea of the proficiency of the followers of these sister sports was afforded when the gymnasts put on their Lit. pro¬ gramme. It was well worth seeing, and should have the effect of stirring in others the spirit of emulation. For men, there are no better sports, and none which bring out to greater advantage the manly qualities—physical strength and fitness, courage, endurance, self-control and the ability of giving and taking hard knocks without loss of temper. The gym. is the place where you.may learn “to take it on the chin.” SCHOOL SPIRIT - BE A BOOSTER By W. GILES If you think your class is best, Tell ’em so- If you’d have it lead the rest, Help it grow. When there’s anything to do, Let the others count on you, Just get down and push it through— Don’t be slow. If you’re used to giving knocks, Cha nge your style. Throw bouquets instead of rocks, For a while Let the other fellow roast, Shun, him as you would a ghost, Meet his banter with a boast, And a smile. When a member from afar Comes along, Tell him who and what you are— Make it strong. Never flatter, never bluff, Tell the truth, for that enough; Be a booster, that’s the stuff, To more than just E2 belong. 62 1. Mural by-Perrott. 2. Oh, there I am! Right behind that fellow with the blank expression. 3. Make-up for the villian—“The Perfect Alibi.” 4. Please supply 5 gallons. 5. Towers of learning. 6. Why didn’t you nudge me, Bergen? 7. Night Shift—-Tech on the air. 8. Night Shift Equip 9. Talent for the Black Hawks. 10. “She walked the Bloody Tower,” and “With a Great Big Deep Bassoon.” 11. Stark, cold-blooded murder o stage. 12. These dressmakers saw the photographer coming. 13. In concrete he shall adorn our lawns. 14. “Hey. where are your woodshop n Mr. Bennett declines Gloyer’s ‘En Garde!’ ” 63 The Provincial Institute of Technology and Art offers Practical Courses with Theory in the following subjects Motor Mechanics, Automotive Electricity Electricity, Building Construction Machine Shop Practice, Farm Mechanics Aviation, Mechanical Drawing, Fine Art and Craft Work, Dressmaking and Millinery Acetylene and Electric Welding Diesel Engineering Teachers ' Training Course for General Shop Correspondence Courses are offered in — Steam Engineering, Mining Fees are nominal : Write for a Calendar HON. WM. ABERHART, Minister of Education. W. C. 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CESTETNER CANADA LTD. 110—7th Avenue East M 3074 THE WORLD ' S PREMIER DUPLICATOR A Model at a New Low Price for Schools SPEED - EFFECTIVE - ECONOMICAL - CLEAN THE CHEMISTRY CLHB A new form of programme or recreation was inaugurated this year in the form of a Chemistry Club- The purpose of this club is to give the members an understanding of the part played by chemistry in the manufacture of all products, as well as to bring the students of the Institute together. The first of the series of talks to this organization was an illustrated lecture dealing with the making and assembling of the parts that form a Ford car. A lecture on coal mining fol¬ lowed, explaining the procedure through which coal must be passed before it can be marketed. A tour of the Liquid Air Plant was then arranged for, and carried out successfully, due to the enthusiasm of the members. The method of manufac¬ turing this product from the compressors to the containers was willingly explained by members of the staff. Motion pictures of the Trail Smelter were presented, describing the manufacture of lead and zinc. Elephant Brand Fertilizer, which is a by-product, was dealt with to some extent, and to any person interested in agriculture, proved very instructive. The Royal Crown Soap Factory, situated in Calgary, was next visitor. The manufacture of soap, and of many by-products of soap, was shown. The numerous develop¬ ments of cement products were next discussed, and the basis of their production was ably dealt with by Mr. Macdonald, of Mount Royal College. The Club has been of real benefit to the students from outside points who otherwise would have no opportunity to visit these industrial plants. Inter-School Christian Fellowship The Inter-School Christian Fellowship is an association of groups of Christian students in the universities of Canada, and elsewhere throughout the world, who desire to make Christianity significant and vital to students. The local group was first organized among the Technical and Normal students in the spring of 1937. This year an early start was made in the fall term. Regular meetings were held every Tuesday at 4.10 in Room 134. The president for the year was Harold Stewart, and the secretary, Mary Elder. Mrs. F. Trevellyan led in the weekly discussions. Special speakers were invited to address the group from time to time and many profitable hours were spent. Bishop specialties 523 Eighth Ave. West Calgary CONVENTION BADGES ADVERTISING NOVELTIES Dance Carnival Novelties MAIL YOUR DANCE ORDERS for Prompt Service START THE DAY RIGHT Head your morning newspaper for final reports of the previous day’s events. Keep abreast of the news highlights in Politics, Industry, Stock Markets, and in the World of Sport. START BUYING THE ALBERTAN TOMORROW. Always First With The News ! The ALBERTAN 67 mm sm m m F. E. 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Canadian General Electric Co. Ltd. CALGARY and EDMONTON ONTARIO LAUNDRY LIMITED DRY CLEANERS CALGARY Quality, Work, Service All Orders Mailed In Will Have Our Careful Attention 70 Mr. Peebles has a nightmare after the Banquet. Mr. Peebles: Do you think there is any chance of my get¬ ting this poem in the “Tech.-Art Record?” Byron: There may be. I shan’t be Editor for ever. Mr. Fowler: What is the formula of water- Ken Michie: HIJKLMNO. Mr. Fowler: Where did you get that idea? Ken: Why, yesterday you said it was H to O. CENTRAL PHOTO STUDIO R. A. BIRD, Proprietor. ‘Professional Photographers 25 Central Building Phone - M 5209 (Cor. 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Boys Choose JAS. SMALLEY, Jr. 523 -8th Avenue West CALGARY, Alta. Phone-M 3636 MAIL ORDERS RECEIVE PROMPT ATTENTION 72 THE LANCES THE WATERLOO OF A YOUNG TECHNICIAN There was a sound of revelry by night, For Tech.-Art students here had gathered then Their Beauty and their Chivalry, and broght The lamps shone o’er fair women and brave men; Three hundred hearts beat happily; and when Music rose with its voluptuous swell, Soft eyes looked love to eyes which spoke again And all went merry as a marriage bell; But hush! hark! a deep sound strikes like rising knell! Did ye not hear it?—No—’twas but the wind, Or tram car rattling o’er the bumpy streets; On with the dance! Let joy be unconfined; No sleep till morn when Youth and Pleasure meet To chase the glowing Hours with flying feet— But, Hark! That heavy sound breaks in once more As if the staff its echoes would repeat; And nearer—clearer—deadlier than before! Alas! alas! it is—the final bell! These two stanzas, taken from Lord Byron’s immortal poem “The Eve of Waterloo” (with a few alterations to add local colour), might very aptly be used to describe the spirit that pervaded our Tech, dances. There appears to be only one drawback to our dances, and that is, they seem to be just getting under way, with every¬ one in a festive mood, when our revelries are disturbed and we are brought abruptly back to the hard, cold world of realism by that mean old eleven-thirty bell. Up to the time of writing all the dances have been very successful. At the first dance we had a smaller crowd than is usually found at a Tech, dance, but this left plenty of room for those present to “strut their stuff.” The Christmas dance was an outstanding success. Decor¬ ations, Christmas tree lights on the stage and novelties gave those added touches which suggested the approach of the Yule- tide festivities. Thus far in the Winter Term we have had two dances. Both have been well patronized. The Valentine Dance of February 18 produced the largest and most congenial crowd of the year. An Amateur Hour and Dance combined have been planned and will, we feel sure, attract a large number of students. One feature that was very noticeable at our dances was the rather long “stag” line. But this seems to be a part of a Tech, dance. It has its advantage in the fact that it keeps the boys in lively competition and at the same time assures the girls of a A few dances remain before the closing of our social functions. It is our sincere hope that the students will turn out to these and bring along that congenial and hilarious spirit which has made our dances so successful to date. The purpose of all our social functions is to supply entertainment for the students and to provide an opportunity for them to become mutually better acquainted. We leave it to you to decide whether or not that objective was achieved by our Social Committees. LAST YEAR we said - LETS GET ACQUAINTED! 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STUDENTS 76 Ibepburn Business College SECRETARIAL TRAINING Careful Individual Instruction SHORTHAND, TYPEWRITING, BOOKKEEPING M 7642 527--7th AVENUE WEST H 1901 Art: What will it cost to get my car fixed? Motor: What’s wrong with it? Art: I don’t know. Motor: Forty-eight dollars and fifty cents. During the Christmas holidays Jerry, aged four, was taken to see Santa Claus at the “Bay.” He shook hands with Santa and told him that he would like an engine, a scooter, an aero¬ plane, a cowboy suit, etc., etc., etc. About an hour later in Eaton’s store, Mama and Jerry once again encountered Santa. Again Santa enquired about Jerry’s wants. Giving the grey¬ beard a very disgusted look, the youngster replied, “Aw nuts, have you forgotten already?” Kehoe (flipping a coin): Heads I go to a show, fails I go to a dance, and on edge, I do homework- Observer: How do the students keep those silly little felt caps on their heads? Mr. Rhodes: Vacuum pressure, sir, vacuum pressure. Overheard at Tech, dance— Pete: I’ve been wanting to dance with you in the worst way. Helen (disgustedly): Well, you are. 77 Ashdown S Student’s Tools Which Make Good Students - Better Mechanics Power Wood- Working Tools • Lathes • Planers • Bench Saws • Drills and Jig Saws The J. H. Ashdown Hardware Co. Ltd. 110—8th Avenue West 78 SEE FRIGIDHIRE .FIRST. Bruce Robinson Electric Ltd. 815 -4th Street West W. J. Steel FLORIST SPECIALISTS IN FINE FLOWERS AND THEIR ARRANGEMENT. Store - 116 Seventh Avenue West, CALGARY ELKS’ BUILDING Store Phone - M 2612 Night Phone - E 5863 A Complete Stock of AUTOMOTIVE and RADIO EQUIPMENT, TOOLS and SUPPLIES Taylor, Pearson Carson Ltd. 210-llth AVENUE WEST Phone - R 2021 CALGARY, Alta. 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For fear of being seen by the English, the Invisible Armada sailed round the north of Scotland- Fleece are insects. Where is this Deserted Village we’ve been reading about- Aberdeen on a Tag Day. Last night I held a little hand, so dainty, and so neat, Methought my heart would sudden burst, so wildly did it beat. The little hand I held last night, it was a wondrous thing, O, little hand I held last night, four aces and a king. Mr. Green (looking after landlady’s child): Now what are you crying for? Kid: I want a drink. Mr. Green: So do I, go on to sleep. Motor 1A: Just think of these Spaniards going 3,000 miles on a galleon Motor 2B: Aw, forget it, yuh can’t believe all yuh hear about them foreign cars. TfieB SERI ANFF TR 7 ICE £T YOUR IMPERIAL DEALER AIL ITION Dial - - ■ H 2526 ;1 Re pair Wo|l „„ For Snappy and A|| Mskes Cars Efficient Service. The--O CALGARY DRAFTING FOR YOUR DRAFTING ART SUPPLIES We wish the Graduating Class and you all every success in your chosen vocation .... and hope that you will remember .... The CALCARY DRAFTING and BLUE PRINT CO. 609 First Street West (Opposite Grand Theatre) Homy Barks Sb Soimi (Wesftem) Lnmntedl JEWELERS and SILVERSMITHS SPECIAL EMBLEMS BUTTONS CLA5S PINS, Etc. OFFICIAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL RINGS and BUTTONS 314 Eighth Avenue West, Calgary We appreciate the patronage from the Students of the Tech CAPITOL THEATRE THE CAPITOL LEADS IN CALGARY Phoenix Pf HIRAM WHATA (With apologies to the shade of LONGFELLOW) From the foot-hills to the prairie, From the range land of the foot-hills, From the range land to the city— To the Tech, came Hiram Whata; To the Tech, to learn and study. For he had an ancient tractor, And he could not get it going; Though he tried from morn to sunset, Still he could not get it going. So in shop and in the class-room Studied he with book and slide-rule, Learned of valves and cams and spark plugs, Learned of timing gears and spark plugs, Learned of gaskets, gears and what not. All about reluctant tractors, Carburetion, lubrication, Physics, “stinks” and mathematics— Many things learned Hiram Whata, Much learned he, and great his learning When at last his course was finished, When at last he left the city To return unto the foot-hills. To return unto the range land And recalcitrant old tractor. Then took he a large sledge hammer, And a crow-bar and a spanner, And he worked upon the tractor, Took apart his ancient tractor, Till its parts lay scattered broadcast- Then with pencil and with note-book Careful inventory he made up, Listing all the many pieces. Then he scratched his head and wondered, Looked around and thought and pondered, Looked again and searched minutely, Looking far and looking vainly For a part he thought was missing, Then exclaimed with grief and chagrin, Why, the darned thing has n n shaft!!” A. A. TORMENT An old gentleman riding the top of a Fifth Avenue bus noticed that every few moments the conductor came from the back and dangled a piece of string down upon the driver under¬ neath, whereupon the driver uttered profanity terrible to hear. Finally the old gent could ' stand it no longer and asked the conductor why he dangled the string and why the driver swore so. The conductor naively answered, “Oh, his father is going to be hanged. tomorrow, and I’m just, kidding him a little about it.”