Selwyn House School - Yearbook (Montreal, Quebec Canada)

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FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 1967-1968 29 Dr. Oliver gave a very interesting talk on dentistry and showed some of the various implements used in that trade. On 28th November, we were privileged to hear from Colonel J. R. Benbow who spoke on Retailing. Well qualified in this field as head of the advertising department of one of Montreal's largest department stores, Colonel Benbow outlined some of the main aspects of retailing, paying special attention to his own forte of advertising. lt was interesting to hear some of the un- publicised facts concerning advertising of a large organisation and a better appreciation of the difficulties in running a retail business was gained from this talk. The last career talk of the year was given by Mr. Russell Bremner on Chartered Accounting. Mr. Bremner pointed out that an Accountant is no longer a man who sits behind a desk all day, adding up figures. He is directly involved in many businesses in a managerial capacity, and plays a maior role in modern industry. An interesting film was shown, outlining some aspects of the field of Accounting. Guest Speakers We were privileged this year at Selwyn House to have the member of Parliament for Westmount, Mr. Charles M. fBuclj Drury, address the senior boys. ln his speech, Mr. Drury emphasized the importance of a good education, and then went on to the problems confronting Canada today, paying special attention to English-French relationships. He then graciously answered questions from the boys. At the annual football luncheon, attended by Mr. David Culver, Chair- man of the Board, and Mr. William Molson, trophies were awarded to the most valuable player lMason Tylerl and best lineman iBill Kilgourl on the Senior Team. The senior coaches, Mr. Anderson and Mr. Eldridge were pre- sented with gifts from the boys on the teams, and Mason Tyler and John Light gave short speeches. Mr. Molson spoke enthusiastically about our football season, especially stressing desire. The History Club President: Gregory Sheppard Vice-President: Eric Harnovitch Secretary: Edward Pitula At the beginning of the Christmas Term Dr. Andai, the Senior History Master, had the idea to form a Club in which discussions could be held on any- thing of interest, historical or current, and in which guest speakers could be invited. On September 28th, l967, a meeting was held to form the History Club , and executives were elected. Plans for the club were outlined. Since that time meetings have been held on most Thursdays at 4.00 p.m. We have gone to visit the museum of Fine Arts , we have shown a film on Communist Poland and most important of all we have had two distin- guished guest speakers. Mr. Charles Drury, Liberal representative for West- mount spoke on Parliamentary Procedures, and Laurier P. Lapierre the cele- brated journalist, N.D.P. supporter and the well-known T.V. personality of the

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28 SELWYN HOUSE SCHOOL MAGAZINE At some time during the past year almost every part of the country was, for a time, enveloped in a stagnant choking filthy air. As is the usual case when a public hazard is given enough publicity las with cigarettes and cancerl a type of panic broke loose. People suddenly became afraid to breath when the weatherman said some infallible count was over a certain level. Garden clubs and PTA's had lectures on Air Pollution. The Canadian and American Governments set up Air Pollution commissions, and the Ford Foundation awarded grants to people to find ways to alleviate the deplorable condition of our atmosphere. Literally mountains of literature were produced dealing with this phase of our self-destruction. In the early part of December 1952, 400 people died within 5 days due to the now famous 'killer fog' of London, which has been recorded as the greatest Air Pollution disaster in history, while in 1963 it was reported that 647 more deaths than normal were attributed to air pollution. In future, the husband will say to his wife, Let's go inside for a breath of fresh air. A nearly unbelievable effect of air pollution is that it can drastically change the character of our planet. Smoke and exhaust fumes expelled into the atmosphere increase the carbon dioxide content, which in turn increases the temperature. Temperature increases have already been recorded in the northern oceans. If the water tmperature should consistently rise, the polar icecaps would eventually melt and flood our coastlines, thus changing the faces of our continents. This will take many years and be the result of great stupid recklessness, however, the extinction of many formerly great animal species is sufficient testimony of man's capabilities to skillfully do the unintelligent. Polluted air can also wreck havoc upon vegetation. Some plants are resistant to pollution, others are quite sensitive, however, one may be quite sure that none but the hardiest varieties exist near sources and concentrations of polluted air. The sulphur dioxide content in pollution combines with the air to form sulphuric acid, which ruins textiles, and surprisingly, women's nylon stockings. Man's history is a proud one. He has risen from the caves of the neanderthal to the skyscrapers of the modern. That climb, however, has been a costly one, for with each step man has taken in recent decades, he has literally choked himself. That which we call modern progress has produced a iungle of smoke spewing towers, inhabited by machines which exhale their own deadly venom. Before the poison of pollution reduces us to vegetables, we must find a solution to this nemesis, and put our theory to work before the damage is irreparable. Mark LAZAR Career Talks Several career talks have been given this year, and our thanks go to those prominent men who have so freely given of their time to address forms VI and VII on their respective careers, and to Mr. Iversen who capably arranged the series of talks. Mr. D. C. Tennant discussed aviation and the growing opportunities in this field, and told us about the progress and positions available in his com- pany, Air Canada.

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30 SELWYN HOUSE SCHOOL MAGAZINE popular program This Hour Has Seven Days . Mr. Lapierre spoke on many things among which were his hate of Private Schools, his distaste for the present non-active government, his views on Socialism and his personal am- bitions. Each member of the club has done something of his choice for the club. For example, some have spoken on a prepared topic before the club, others have compiled an opinion poll and a few boys have compiled a History of Selwyn House School. I wish the club the best of luck in the coming years and I hope it will continue to be an important part of the school's extra-curricular activities. Gregory E. SHEPPARD, President Selwyn House School History Club: Opinion Poll Results Note: A total of 144 answered papers was submitted. Where more than one answer was given to a particular question Csuch as those dealing with tastes in music and in sportsD, each response was counted as a separate answer. The figures add up to IOO? in every case. 1. How do you feel about the American position in Vietnam? CAD In full support, 13? CBD In partial support ,27? CCD Uncomrnitted, 13? CDD Mildly opposed, 28? CED Violently opposed, 1996 2. Which of the three maior powers do you feel is presently posing the greatest threat to world peace? CAD China, 61 ? CBD United States, 20? CCD Soviet Union, 496 CDD Uncertain, 15? 3a. Do you feel that China should be admitted to the United Nations? CAD Yes, 78? CBD No, 8? CCD Uncertain, 1496 b. Do you feel that Canada should recognize China? CAD Yes, 73? CBD No, 8? CCD Uncertain, 1996 4. Do you feel that Canada should retain her ties with the monarchy? CAD Yes, 39? CBD No, 4796 CCD Uncertain, 14? 5. If you had to leave Canada, in which country would you choose to Live? Britain, 21? Switzerland, 10? Sweden, 896 France, 5? Elsewhere in Europe, 9? United States, 15? Australia, 9? New Zealand 5? Afri- ca, Asia, or Latin America, 6? West Indies or South Pacific, 596 No choice, 7?. 6. Do you favor any of the following reforms? a. liberalization of marriage and divorce laws CAD Yes, 63? CBD No, 2296 CCD Uncertain, 1596 b. reduction of the voting age CAD Yes, 32? CBD No, 6496 CCD Uncertain, 4? c. reduction of the legal drinking age CAD Yes, 5196 CBD No, 4496 CCD Uncertain, 596