Ruperts Land Girls School - Eagle Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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10-Lusnsn-gnxunLnxuas4AxsnsuxnviuxnmusnsuLuLalsu-susluxninnxnsnxuxnxn T H E E A G L E Ig-- SENIORS JULIA ADARISON . . . Julia is captain of Matheson House, and a very energetic one indeed. She intends taking a Home Economics Course at the University next year, although her ambition is to be a nurse. Julia goes in for two sports-golf and skiing. MARY LoI'IsE BROUILLETTE . . . Mary Louise came to us as a boarder just before Christmas, and entered Dalton House. Her ambition is to be a nurse, and she will either enter a hospital or proceed to the University. Her hobbies are tennis and dancing. VIN'IENNE DIIRDEN . . . Vivienne is secretary of Jones House and of the literary club, a member of the first basketball team, vice-president of the badminton club and representative of Grade XII. Next year she is going on to the University to take an Arts Course. Vivienne's ambition is to be an actress- she has plenty of talent. NoLLIE H.ALLEN . . . This is Nollie's first year at R.L.C., she is a member of Dalton House. Nollie intends to enter a hospital next year, as her ambition is to be a nurse. Her hobbies are drawing and riding. RUTH HOSKIN . . . Ruth is a senior lieutenant of Jones House, a member of the first basketball team, and has won the bronze medallion for life-saving. She wishes to become a nurse, and will start her training at the Winnipeg General Hospital next year. HEATHER LEsI.IE . . . Heather is senior lieutenant of Jones House, president of the badminton club and senior badminton champion, she has won a golf championship at the Alcrest Golf Club, and altogether is an outstanding athlete whom the School is proud to own. AI'DREY MAt'DONALD . . . Audrey was a new girl in Sep- tember, but now she is an established member of Matheson House. Next year she will be completing her Grade XII course, after which she hopes to train as a nurse. Audrey is a good all-round athlete, being a sprinter, swimmer and basket- ball player. PHOEIIE MOKIQIS . . . Phoebe is sports captain of Matheson House, vice-sports captain of the School and a member of the first basketball team. She will be completing her Grade XII course at R.L.C. next year. Her ambition is to become a zoologist, and her hobby is collecting mascots. SHEILA O'GRAIJY . . . Sheila is our very capable Head Girl, captain of Jones House and a member of the first basketball team. Next year she may go to the University. Sheila is an excellent all-round athlete, and has a weakness for hockey matches. MARGARET PETTIPIIER . . . Margaret came to us from Melita in September with an Isbister Scholarship, and seems to have kept her ability to win high marks. She has been a boarder and a member of Matheson House. Margaret is planning to go to the University next. year. She is a Guide, fond of walking, reading and music, but her real hobbies are research and photography. GWEN SHERSTONE . . . Gwen is senior lieutenant of Machray House and a member of the second basketball team. Her ambition is to be a kindergarten teacher, so next year she will go to Normal School. Gwen's hobby is walking, and lending a hand whenever it is needed. MARION WRoTH . . . Marion came to us in September from Welwyn, Sask., and has been a boarder and a member of Dalton House. She is very fond of sports, especially horseback riding. Her ambition is to be a secretary. CYNTHIA BENNEST . . . Cynthia is a Machray House senior, her wit and humour and power of debating are her outstanding characteristics. Her favourite hobby is riding, and some day she hopes to publish short stories. BIFTTY BIIRMAN . . . Betty is secretary and senior sports captain of Dalton House. Her ambition is to play hockey, and she is interested in collecting snapshots. NIARGARET CLAYDON . . . Margaret hopes to be a business woman some day. She is a senior member of Dalton House, and loves swimming. She is fond of art and music. BETTY Cox . . . Betty is secretary of Matheson House. She has been very plucky this year as she has had her studies interrupted by illness. Betty hopes to be a nurse. PHYLLIS HUTCHINS . . . Phyllis is senior lieutenant of Dalton House, she has a keen sense of humour and is fond of debating, she hopes to become an architect or a lawyer. BIARGARET MARTIN . . . Margaret is a School grand- daughter , she is senior lieutenant of Matheson House, and very fond of art. She makes collecting pictures her hobby. LOIS O'GRADY . . . Lois is another School granddaughter , she is in Jones House, and plays on the second basketball team. Lois enjoys sports of all kinds. BETTY PARKER . . . Betty is the sports captain of the School, captain of Machray House, and captain of the School basketball team. She loves drawing, and would like to be a veterinary surgeon. BETTY POXVELL . . . Betty is in Matheson House, she is busy this year taking Cooking, and is interested in business. She hopes to take a Secretarial Course later. BETTY PERSSE . . . Betty is a busy member of Dalton House, and has many interests. She is a splendid chauffeuse, and is enjoying Home Economics. MURIEI. RICHARDS . . . Muriel is fond of basketball and is on the School second team. She is in Jones House, and is fond of art. MARGARET Roma . . . Margaret is secretary of Machray House and is always interested in House activities. Her ambition is to be a travelling hostess on a large liner, her hobby is horseback riding. BARBARA ROLLERSON . . . Barbara is senior lieutenant of Machray House. She is fond of cookery and domestic science, and hopes to be a dietitian. EVA SMITH . . . Eva, coming from Fairford, Manitoba, has been a boarder for three years. She loves small children, and hopes to become a trained nurse. Her special hobby is swimming. BARBARA SXYEETING . . . Barbara is a member of Machray House. She is very fond of tennis, and her ambition is to be a. hospital nurse. MADELINE TAYLOR . . . Madeline is senior lieutenant of Matheson House. She has Inany interests, her especial one being badminton. BETH TOOLEY . . . Beth is in Jones House, she is interested in plays and hopes to be an actress, she is very fond of skiing. MARYON WEIss . . . Maryon is the third School grand- daughter in Grade XI, and is a member of Jones House. She loves gymnastic work, and hopes to be a kindergarten teacher or a gymnastic teacher. BETTY WILKs . . , Betty is a senior lieutenant of Dalton House. She has distinguished herself at horseback riding and jumping and hopes some day to own her own stable. G60 MACHRAY HOUSE 1935-36 Prcsfidents: Miss Coleman, Miss Foster Associate: Mrs. J. Purdie C11 plain: Betty Parker Games Captains, Senior: Marjorie Chisholm J arwlor: Sylvia Stein Secretary: Margaret Robb Lfieuterm nts, Senior: Gwen Sherstone, Barbara Rollerson J ll-IVf07'.' Cynthia Bennest, Joyce Chadwick lliN A short time we shall have reached the end of what has been a most enjoyable and satisfactory year for Machray House. A picnic at City Park was the first important event of the term. Sports were practised and, in spite of the afternoon closing with a shower of rain, a good time was had by all. From then until October most of our time was spent in working for Sports Day, where we were fortunate enough to come a very close second, under the able direction of our sports captain, Marjorie Chisholm. For the Zenana Mission this year, instead of the customary sale, we had a Silver Tea and Woolly Animal Show, where the members of the House were very smart in green and silver caps and aprons. Thanks to the splendid co-operation of the girls the venture was a great success. Next came the House basketball matches, where, although we did not come first, we put up a good fight and so

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..dI R U P E , S L A N D C O L L E G E nsnxnxnxnxusnxnmuuxuxusa- snaxnxoxns-emuxuxnsnxn-su 9 1935-36 .9flllLTHoUGH this school year is not yet over, it is with regret that we are forced to realize that the end is approaching only too rapidly. Looking back over the events of the past year is an interestingoccupation, those which remain most clearly in our minds are connected with the Royal Family. The Jubilee in London to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniver- sary of the accession of King George and Queen Mary was held just about a year ago, on May Gth. From people all over the world the King had the supreme satisfaction of knowing that his unselfish work had been fully appreciated, and that he had gained a large place in the hearts of his beloved people. Through his death a friend of the people was lost to the world in all but spirit, and his son, who has already won his way into the hearts of individuals of all classes, has ascended the throne to follow in his father's footsteps. A very impressive Memorial Service was held for King George, at the School, when Archbishop Harding came to speak to us. Last year we were forced to say good-bye to Miss Bartlett and Miss Parker, who did so much good work for the School. Both had been with us for several years and, although we were sorry to lose them, our very best wishes are with them in everything they may do. This year it was a great pleasure to welcome Miss Reid, Miss Lankester, and Miss Armitage, who have already become a part of the School. We have certainly had our share of entertainments this year, commencing with a joint Hallowe'en and Initiation party for the new girls. It seems odd to speak of them as new girls now, for they have all become such useful members of the School. Many of the forms have had form parties, and the Prefects entertained the Staff at a tramp, which proved to be a very jolly affair. In spite of the extremely cold weather this winter, outdoor parties have been very much enjoyed. The Houses have, this year, taken a very active share in the School responsibilities. The most outstanding feature of their very able and efficient management was the House Tea, Which was held this year in place of the usual bazaar for mission purposes. The afternoon's entertainment was entirely in the hands of the members of the Houses, each House being res- ponsible for a table. The afternoon proved very successful, more money being made for the mission work than has been made in previous years. , i -'- cv 1 , , . Qgjwj 4 7 Sports have progressed under Miss Lankester's able direc- tion. A very successful Sports Day was held on the School grounds, and the events were varied and interesting both for participants and spectators. We had two basketball matches with the girls from St. Mary's Academy, one at the Academy, and one at our own College, we are now anxiously looking forward to the game with the Old Girls. A badminton club has been organized this year, which has provided some great fun for the members, and we are looking forward to some good games of tennis this summer. The Alumnae Association is this year celebrating its twenty- first birthday, which coincides with the thirty-fifth birthday of the School. The Annual Luncheon was held in the School this year for the first time, and was very successful. On April 4th, Miss Turner and a number of the Old Girls gave an excellent performance of Nine till Six, in the Fort Garry Hotel, the profits from this are to contribute to the Old Girls' Scholarship Fund. A Reunion Week-end is being held from May lst to 3rd, by the Alumnae Association, which we are sure will be a great success. On the morning of May lst, School Prayers are being read, the following day a basketball match is to be played, and in the evening they are entertained at a bridge-cabaret. The Eva L. Jones Memorial Service, which is to be held on Sunday, May 3rd, is an annual event, in which present and Old Girls will join. We all wish the Old Girls the best success, for it is certainly a great asset to the School to be backed by such an enthusiastic Alumnae. I would like to take this opportunity of saying how happy I am to have had the honour of being in a position to do any- thing to carry on the noble work that has been done in past years. I feel it a great honour even to belong to this College, with its fine traditiong and I would like to say how much we are all indebted to Miss Millard and the Staff for the marvellous work they have done in helping each one of us. I would also like to thank the Prefects and the girls who have co-operated so willingly to help the School we love. SHEILA O'GnAnY tllcml Girlj C9519 HEAD GIRL SHEILA O'GRADY entered Grade V, Rupertfs Land College, in 1928, and she is now completing her year in Grade XII. VVe scarcely like to count the few weeks which separate us from June, because we realize that we shall so soon be losing a Head Girl whom it will be hard to replace. In her studies, Sheila has proved that she possesses excellent all-round ability- high percentages are always hers in every subject, and we all wonder just how she does it. In Sports, Sheila has equally distinguished herself. She has been a member of the first basketball team for two years, was sports captain for 1934-255, and won the Senior Gymnastic Cup for two years in succession. But it is as a leader that Sheila has contributed most to the School, as a Prefect, the Captain of .Iones House, and finally as Head Girl. She has a happy knack of working well with everybodyg she keeps a watchful eye on every side of school life, and has a reserve of energy and enthusiasm in hand so that she is always eager for new enterprises. I fancy that her sunny smile will win friends for her all through life, and, when she leaves us at the end of the school year, she takes with her the affection of all with whom she has worked and played.

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udl R U P E y S L D C O L L E G E n snsvinLnLuxnsuxnxumuxnxutmusnxnnsnxusnxnsnsenxu have high hopes for the future. On March 12th we had a Junior Party, at which there was a treasure hunt, and various games were played with enthusiasm. A little later in the term, the Machray Seniors, each with a guest from one of the other Houses, entertained at a Treasure Hunt, after which we returned to the School for games and refreshments. We wish to thank the Executive for all they have done in making this a happy and successful year, and it is with real regret that the graduates of Machray House will leave the School behind them. We wish them the best of luck for the future. evo MATHESON HOUSE President: Miss Sharman Associates: Miss Martin, Miss Yvells House Captain: Julia Adamson Senior Lieutenants: Margaret Martin, Madeline Taylor Junior Lieutenants: Betty McDonald, Margaret Pilling Sports Captains: Phoebe Morris, Peggy Jackson Secretary and Treasurer: Betty Cox and Jocelyn Richardson llli9ANK1NG first in 1934-35, for the first time in its history' Matheson holds the House Shield. We are doing our best to keep it! We began the year by welcoming ten new members, then, on September 19th, a lovely autumn day, held our Picnic, again in the traditional spot, River Park. After games, we gathered round the fire, rested, toasted weiners, and when these were eaten, practised for Sports Day, then, setting off for home, marked the commencement of the year with a very satisfactory milestone The School Sports were held on October 8th, and our House was active in each event, but the Black and Silver colours came last in the list, with thirty-tive points. We'll do better next time. At the Mission Tea in November we shared the Dining- room with Dalton, while Jones and Machray were in the Hall. Our thanks to those who so kindly poured for us, to those who came to the tea, and to the girls for their fine co-operation. In the House basketball matches, Matheson came second, with some exciting finishes. Two of our team were unable to play, and We did miss them. The House parties arranged by the Executive were most enjoyable. The Juniors went to toboggan, but as the slides could not be used, tramped along the river, tried the river bank slide, and returned to the School with tremendous appetites. There were piles of Shot dogs ready, and after supper, games in the Hall. The Seniors and their guests had a Box Party at the end of March. The evening was spent profitably, making fortunes tin beansi, to which all the games contributed, especially the treasure hunt! The boxes were beautifully decorated, and sold to the highest bidders amid general hilarity, by Miss Wells, a very capable auctioneer. This closes the account of House events, and as the Magazine goes to press, Matheson present girls send best wishes to all ex-Mathesons wherever they are, and to each one, good luck! evo JONES HOUSE President: Miss Bussell Associates: Miss Reid, Miss Armitage Captain: Sheila O'Gradv Senior Lieutenants: Heather Leslie, Ruth Hoskin Junior Lieutenants: Sheila Blackie, Patricia Chown Secretary: Vivienne Durden Sports Captain, Senior: Maryon Weiss Junior: Patricia Chown Cnillli-'HIS year has been a very enjoyable one for Jones House. We welcomed Miss Bussell, formerly of Machray House, and Miss Reid and Miss Armitage to our Executive, and although very sorry indeed to say good-bye to Miss Bartlett, our former President, we have spent a happy and successful year. The first event of note for the House was Sports Day, held on October Sth in the School grounds, and the Picnic held a few days before at Assiniboine Park to prepare for it. High- lights of Sports Day were the obstacle race, which afforded great amusement for all excepting those taking part, and, for Jones House, the discovery that we had won, although Machray was very close behind. Instead of a Zenana Sale this Christmas, House Teas were held on November 30th in the Assembly Hall. Jones House conducted a Babies' Tea as well as an Adults' Tea, and it was noticed that several people a little out of the baby stage enjoyed this very much, as the menu consisted of ice cream and lemonade. The Teas were a distinct success, and Jones House collected 51532.35 At Christmas also we sent a letter to Miss Church, one of our Associates of a few years ago, who is living in Montreal, and not long ago we received a charming letter in reply. .On March 7th, we held our Annual Tramp, which was enjoyed by everyone, including the guests, we sincerely hope, and returned to the home of Maryon Weiss after, through the kindness of Mrs. Weiss. Although the weather was rather damp, this did not hinder our enjoyment of the hike In all these activities we have not forgotten our determina- tion to win the House Shield, which honour has not been ours for several years, and to retain the Basketball Cup, which we won last year and this year too, and we hope that the next year will be as happy and profitable to Jones House as this has been. Q60 DALTON HOUSE Prcsiftent' Miss S. L. Turner Associate: Miss C. McCance Captain: Georgina Moore Lieutenanls, Sen'zior.' Phyllis Hutchins, Betty Wilks Junior: Virginia Cameron, Connie Munro Secretary: Betty Burman Games Captain, Senior: Betty Burman .Iu.nior.' Connie Munro MS SOON as it was known that a Sports Day was to be held, Dalton House held its first meeting of the year to elect a Senior and Junior Games Captain. This being decided, arrange- ments were made for a picnic for the whole House to select the competitors and to practise for the forthcoming Sports Day. On a September Friday afternoon a very animated Dalton House started for City Park. This proved an enjoyable picnic, and although the results, on the whole, were not in favour of Dalton, which came third, everyone was well pleased with such a successful day of sport and competition. Everyone was delighted when it was announced that instead of the usual Christmas Bazaar for Missions, a Silver Tea would be held under the direction of the Houses. Dalton shared the School Dining-room with Matheson, and in addition took charge of a sale of gifts which took place in the main corridor. After a great deal of work and fun the great day arrived-November 30th. Exceeding all our expectations, Dalton House succeeded in making the large sum of 36855. Another interest of Dalton House has included basketball. In arranged matches, Dalton yielded before the onslaught of the Jones House team, but turned the tables by six points against Machray House. Our good fortune did not hold, and we were defeated by Matheson House in the final game. Owing to the delay of arrangements for an outdoor event, we decided to vary the programme and have a St. Patrick's Tea. This was very popular, and we invited the President and four other members of the Executives of the other Houses. Dalton House Juniors each brought a guest and had their tea and games in the lunch room. The Seniors entertained in the Assembly Hall, where two tables were laid and decorated in green. A large St.. Patrick's cake occupied the centre of the table. Dancing continued, with various girls supplying the music at the piano. This event ended our social programme until the Easter holidays.