Trafalgar Castle School - Yearbook (Whitby, Ontario Canada)

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Within the bounds of Whitby, Trafalgar Castle stands; A building stately and secure, raised up by skilful hands. A sheriff had his home here, his family graced the halls. And within this lovely setting he gave Receptions, Dinners, Balls. But hard times fell upon him, and he was forced to sell This Castle which he ' d come to love, and where he ' d hoped to dwell. Some business men with vision procured this one-time home. And changed it to a College to which young girls might come. At first their education could best be called genteel . And comprised the social graces which held a great appeal. But as this new school prospered under worthy Dr. Hare Its scope was greatly broadened, and academics flourished there. The standards of the school were high - as were its morals too! And many young girls entered their studies to pursue. In days when entertainment was simple and home-made These girls still found enjoyment, in spite of seeming staid. Their resources were quite limited - we ' d call them deprivations! But with the means at .their command they invented our traditions. The formality of May Queens; the maypole on the lawn; An early picnic breakfast, now unfortunately gone. Biographies and Daisy Chain, prophecies grim or gay. Speeches at Senior Dinner, wet eyes at each Class Day. Elation at Commencement, for school days now were done; They were emancipated and womanhood was won! The years rolled by - how quickly! - Centennial now is past. And this school has amply justified the hopes within her placed. Great y increased facilities, freedoms unknown before Are no- lot of students entering O. L. C. ' s door. Although externals alter, fundamentals are the same; And Virtue, Truth, and Loveliness are still our major aim. Our social customs differ, uniforms change in style. The ladies now are called the girls, but strive for what ' s worthwhile. Dear Old Trafalgar! During the years now past. Many, many students graduated from this place. Our hope is, that, in years to come, as other girls enrol Within these hallowed precincts, they will seek, and find, their goal.