Toronto Teachers College - Yearbook (Toronto, Ontario Canada)

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FIRST TERM GF THE LITERARY SOCIETY OCTOBER mm-FEBRUARY :TH HE Literary Society for the above term carried on educating and inter- esting meetings as suggested in our Syllabus, with the whole-hearted oo- operation of the student body behind the Executive and Form representa- tives. Weekly programmes were provided, to several of which we had distin- guished visitors. Different Forms arranged for the programmes at allotted times. Several clever skits and plays were presented, and talent was discovered in many different lines as oratory, music and debating. There was a friendly rivalry for points towards the Literary Society Cup, and good spirit was shown throughout the term. We appreciate all the assistance given by the Staff, especially Dr. Mark the Honorary President. Their suggestions were welcome and the critics' reports given during the latter term were entertaining and valuable. Mr. Henderson, our capable President was in the chair for all the meetings with the exception of two weeks, when Miss Durno and Mr. Collins the Vice- President took the chair. O Canada was used as an opening stimulus, and God Save the King was heartily sung in conclusion of all the programmes. The memory of these meetings will long remain in the hearts of every student. MEETINGS OF THE FIRST TERM 'OCTOBER I8TH, 1929- The opening programme of the Literary Society was presented on Friday at three o'clock. The four elected members of the Executive gave brief inaugural speeches. and Mr. Henderson gave an outline of what the Executive with the 'co-operation of the School wished to accomplish during the first half term. The second and more interesting part of the day's programme took the form of an afternoon's and evenings entertainment at the home of Mr. Miles at Mimico. After some snappy ball games a delicious supper was served. and the party broke up after an enjoyable evening spent in a sing-song beside a glowing fire, and a dance in the pavilion. OCTOBER QSTH, 1929- The feature of t.he second meeting was an Inter-Form Impromptu Speech -Contest. won by Miss Thompson, representing Form IV, who spoke on Radios . Mr. Ingall gave the judges' decision. To vary the programme, several attractive musical selections were rendered between speeches. NovEMBER IST, 1929- Mr. Dunlop of the University Extension-the speaker for the afternoon- gave us some interesting and valuable information. Mr. Redford was elected Treasurer of the School, by a standing vote, and Mr. VVhyte accepted on behalf of the school the handsome cup presented by our President on behalf of the Literary Society of 1929-1930. Miss Weichel gave three readings and Miss Royce, Mr. OlLeary and Mr. Furlong rendered violin music. NOVEMBER ISTH, 1929- The f'u'st of a series of debates, for points towards the Cup was held between Form I and K. P. Miss Maclntyre and Miss Moore of K. P. supporting the affirmative of the question. Resolved that a Limited Monarchy is Preferable to a Republic, defeated Mr. Stewart and Mr. Mclntyre of Form I. Two short stories read by Miss Abbot and Miss Foster were greatly enjoyed. NOVEMBER 22ND, 1929- The Girls' Athletic Society was in charge of this programme which proved very interesting and entertaining. After a piano solo by Miss Foster a quick change skit was put on by the Misses Robertsons, and the Form VIII quartette rendered a song. Barrie's Play Quality Street was then cleverlv presented by members of the Society, Miss Angle, Miss Florence and Miss Irvine playing the leading parts. ' NOVEMBER 29TH, 1929- Resolved that Ontario offers greater opportunity to the settler than do the Prairie Provinces was the subject of the second Interform debate between Forms Il and VIII. Miss Haight. and Miss Jempson of Form Il supporting the Affirmative defeated Miss Stevens and Miss Stoddard. A contest for the recog- nition of everyday slogans was then carried out by Nlr. Henderson. DECEMBER 6Tn, 1929- This programme was supplied by the Men's Athletic Society. Several clever skits and college songs were given and the clever poses in human statuarv by Mr. Proctor and Mr. Clarke proved to be a popular number. I DECEMBER I3TH, 1929- A most successful Oratorical Contest was staged at this meeting, each form being represented by the winner of an Elimination Contest held previously. Mr. Ingall gave the judges' decision as being Miss Farquaharson of K. P. who spoke on Canada's Future , first, and Miss Aikens of I second, and Nliss lielfrv of V third. Miss Halbert played a piano solo while the judges came to a deeision. DECEMBER QOTH, 1929- The Christmas programme was presented on the morning of the above date, Dicken's Play, Scrooge's Christmas put on by the Dramatic Society, being the feature. The student body was led by Mr. Crignan in Christmas Carols, and Miss Royce played a violin solo between the acts of the Play. JANUARY 10TH, 1930- This meeting was given over to the Elimination Contests in Uratory and Debating for the purpose of choosing three to represent T.N.S. in Stratford. Miss Belfry was chosen as Orator and Miss Maclntyre and Mr. Henderson the Debaters, after which an amusing guessing contest was held. JANUARY 1TTH, 1930- Mrs. Steward from the Toronto Hydro Co. gave some interesting information on the wonders and importance of Electricity. Two musical numbers by Xliss Foster and Miss Royce and a reading by Miss Weiehel were greatly enjoyed. JANUARY 2-IIKTH, 1930- The third debate on the Interform schedule. Resolved that the Yictorian Girl represented a better type than does the modern girl was won by Form lIl's representatives Miss McRoberts and Miss Lee. against Miss Wilson and Nliss Quigley of Form VII. Miss Campbell of K. P. played a piano solo. JANUARY 31sT, 1930- Each Form was responsible for a number on this programme. Clever skits were presented by Forms II and VI. the other forms provided musical numbers or readings. A report of the standing up to date for points for the Cup was given as follows: Forms I and II, two points: Forms Ill and IV, oneg and Form V, three, and K. P., At points. FEBRUARY TTH, 1930- This meeting was given over to the Election of Officers for the second term of office. Short nomination speeches were given by the thirteen candidates, and after a ballot vote the Executive to take the responsibility was as follows: President, Sinclair Hemingwayg Vice-President., Dorothy Farquaharsong Recording Secretary, Catherine Royce: Secretary-Treasurer, Mary Lee. . A N ANCY D EN ITT.

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IIQK l S T , ATORCTNTO NORMAL SCI-IOOLYEZIR BOOK mv mr, mi Q., .QU ,r M . Ill Ill HISTORY OF SECGND EXECUTIVE N February fl. l9Ittl. the Executive for the Spring term took over the duties which had been carried out with such efficiency by the Fall executive. The 1929-30 classes have been especially wise in their choice of Presidents. Xlr. Henderson and Nlr. Hemingway both have good backgrounds of experi- ence in literary work. and they have endeavoured whole-heartedly to make the programs successful. The purpose of the Society is not only to afford entertainment each lfriday afternoon. but as far as possible to develop and reveal the talents hidden 'neath the modesty which characterizes so many of our Normalites. ln order that this purpose might to some extent be realiyed. it was decided that it might be wise to have each form responsible for a program. This plan has worked very well: more people taking part than might have otherwise participated in the program. and although in some cases we perhaps felt that we had not achieved our ideal for the Society. there was always a great deal of good grace among the chaff' and humour of the meetings. Form Y had a very interesting and varied program. comprising spirited violin music. recitations. both comic and tragic. piano music. and dancing that rivalled the execution of the true highlanders. Certainly ltorm X does not lack talent. .-Xt a later date a radio program was broadcasted from Form IV. lndeed it. was more delightful than merely listening to a radio because Television was made possible as well. Between numbers. a megaphone was thrust suddenly through a green curtain and a sonorous voice made the necessary announcements. The reciting of an original poem introduced the meeting in a novel manner. Skits. other readings and musical numbers followed. 'Nlelodrammer' and the 'Fatal Quest' the two skits presented were indeed very lamentabte comedy or very tragical mirth. The closing number of the programea camp-fire scene was presented very effectively. Une was indeed carried over the silvery sea of imagination to camping days of past summers. and it was very easy to imagine the fire a heap of glowing embers. and the deep hush of night settling over lake. hill and forest. as the girls stood to sing Taps' Day is done Gone the sun From the lake, from the hill, from the sky. All is well. safely rest. God is nigh. Un another afternoon we were given a peep into the orient by lform Xlll. tjay choruses from the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta. The Xlikadou were sung, by girls in colourful .lapanese costumes. A play The Somersault to l.ov'e . which depicted the changing customs in old tifhina. as a new regime enters, was presented also. tilne of the most recent meetings was presented by l orm N ll. ln imagina- tion we were taken to Willard Hall for a party. on the closing night of school. The stage was disguised as a cozy common room and happy girls were lounging on cushions about an open fireplace. The program was informal in its nature. The girls being called upon in the group to sing. play. and recite. Several skits were put. on as well. Then to close the party. the girls stood and sang. l ollow the Glealnu-that song which challenges the best in all youth. Not. all of the programs were given by lforms. however. tln several occa- sions our music instructor. Hr. tlringnan was kind enough to lead us in com- munity singing. Indeed one memorable afternoon he sang for us. 'fftfton NN at er . the same song Which. fifty years ago. brought to him the gold medal in a com- petition in Scotland. At. one of our meetings the unfurling and furling of the flag was demonstrated. accompanied by the bugle playing the ltev'eille ' and Taps . Another of our meetings was in thc hands of Xlr. Patterson and was of unusual interest to prospective teachers who are wishing to instill a love of nature in their pupils. At this meeting the results of the Bird-House Building tifompetition were announced, and the prizes presented by our beloved principal. Nlr. Vthyte. Nlir. D. Moshier. Chief Inspector of Toronto Public Schools: lioland Xlichell. Inspector of Toronto High Schools: Professor Dymond of Toronto liniv ersity: and Mr. Stuart Thompson. who also entertained us with whistled bird songs. The final meeting of the year was held on Nlay Sith. tlur President. Nlr. Hemingway spoke briefly but pointedly. regarding the work of the Literary Society, then our Honorary President. Dr. Nlark spoke on the purpose of the Literary Society and how' it could accomplish its purpose. Forms l and lll provided the remainder of the program. And so a golden year has passed! We hope. however. that the N20-Iitt Literary Society will not die. but will liv e on in the Public Schools of the Province to which its members go as teachers. tl,x'rur:nixi-: ltovtzic. Bfisettfei'