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

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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

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| 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

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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