University of Ottawa - Annuaire Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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OTTAWA NORMAL SCHOOL YEAR BOOK FOR 1916-1917 19 R' 'QP 424, 96. Lyla E. Hall, Kenmore. Lyla hails from Kenmore where she first learned to disfigure a copy book. She has proven her ability to do things thoroughly. To these attributes she adds that charm of personality which assures her a host of friends, and all agree that she is A rare compound of frolic and fun, Who can relish a joke and delight in a pun. 97. Iva M. Hamilton, Chesterville, Ont., studied in the up-to-date schools of that place, her best subjects in the higher work being chem- istry and history. Finishing her High School studies, she refused a college course, deciding on Normal and a trial of teaching before University, as it had always been her ambition to be a teacher. L. E. M. R. 98. M. Wilda Hogaboam, lnkerman, R. R. 1. In the dear old village of Winchester, Her High School days were spent, With a little variation, When to Kemptville High School she went. The Normal School then beckoned, But still her comrades tell That tales of kings do bore her, And lists of words to spell. 99. Loretta M. Hogan, Clayton. Loretta met life's early experiences in the quaint little village of Clayton, in Lanark County. After completing her elementary education, fate guided her footsteps to St. Ioseph's Academy, Lindsay. In September last she came to Ottawa Normal School. She possesses a cheerful dis- position, and derives much pleasure from music and out-door sports. C. H. B. 100. E. Maude Hollingsworth, Athens, R.R. 4, first opened her eyes in June. She began her education at Hard Island Public School. From here she went to High School in that classic village of Athens. After taking a year to con- sider the matter she decided to come to Ottawa Normal and is not sorry she did so. 101. Leah I. Hough, North Augusta, was born in the little village of North Augusta. Here she received her elementary and High School education. Being fond of school she came to the Ottawa Normal School where she hopes to become at to spend more of her years in the schoolroom, striving always to reach the ideal which she has set before herself. W? 101 102. Edna Howitt, Prescott, received her first impressions of life within the parsonage at Sutton, Quebec. Her earliest steps in educa- tion were taken at Stanstead College, and later continued at Morrisburg and Pakenham Public Schools. In 1915 Ted matriculated at Prescott High School. Outside of school her chief in- terest is in the study, and tennis. 103. Bessie Hurley, Cornwall. Her daily thoughts are, How can I best present this sub- ject? How can I make this dry lesson more interesting? How can I improve this day's work to-morrow? These and many more are the questions that mingle in her mind for she says, 'Tis better to wear out than to rust out in the teaching profession. S. M. M. 104. Laura Kenyon, Perth. She began her career on the shores of Otty Lake, near Perth. Her eanly years were spent picking up crumbs of knowledge in Public and High Schools in the vicinity. Hoping to add to her store of learning, she came to Ottawa Normal School. Her ambi- tions are, to own a Ford, and to be of some use in the world. M. E. K. 105. Marie G. Keyes, Westmeath. Becoming ambitious, she packed her trunk and departed for lands unknown, arriving at the O. C. I., and afterwards the O. N. S. Needless to say she has changed many of her views since migrating to the city, but still retains a keen love for out- door sports, and hopes to fulfil her ambitions in the near future. 106. Annie B. King, Tatlock, comes to us from the picturesque beauty of North Lanark. Her first recollections are of a wee hoose on a brae by a bonnie burn. She has modern ideas on all modern questions, and talks enthusiasti- cally of women's rights. Her favourite author is Mark Twain, and her hobby is house-keeping on a scientific basis. . M. I. R. 107. Margaret E. King, Tatlock. This Scotch lass was born among the rugged hills of Darling. To-day she is struggling with stitches and models, and is grateful she is not an inhabi- tant of Neptune. Still selecting and relating, she hopes to direct her pupils in the same pro- cess, to realize that Life is real, life is earnest.

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18 OTTAWA NORMAL SCHOOL YEAR BOOK FOR 1916-1917 82. Julia M. Duggan, Ashdod. Julia Com- menced her educational career in the Mt. St. Patrick school, later attending the Pembroke Convent for five years. Graduating from there she attended the Renfrew Collegiate Institute for two years. Her cheerfulness and wit made her an agreeable companion, who brought sun- shine wherever she went. B. O'C. 83. Elizabeth E. Dunn, 255 Somerset St. E., Ottawa. There came three goddesses from days of old' Bearing three gifts, each worth its weight in gold. To our Elizabeth, the queen of them Gave stately bearing, Pallas gave the gem Of wisdom, and, with bounty rare, Sweet Aphrodite made this maiden fair M.H.P. 86. Stella Meryl Farmer, Cumberland, R.R.1, was born in the busy mining city of Montana, U.S.A. Her early High School days began in Rockland, then she journeyed to Ottawa Colle- giate. Her interests are singing and music. And allow me to mention, she prefers a gallop over the hills to teaching. 87. J. Clinton Fetterly, Morrisburg, P.O. Box. l. Fett comes from the picturesque town of Morrisburg. Here in the public schools he secured his elementary education. Graduating to the M. C. I., he obtained his Lower School, Entrance to Normal, and Junior Matriculation certificates. In September, 1916, he found him- self studying Psychology within the walls of the O. N. S. During the hockey season he played centre on the O. N. S. sextette. 88. Mabel M. Fraser, Merivale... This fair maiden's life has been spent, so far, largely in the country. She attended the Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute for three years, and passed the Lower School examinations with honours. Her ambition led her to the Ottawa Normal School, and she is eagerly looking forward to the time when she will be in charge of a school. 89. Gladys Gardiner, Kemptville. Her name is Gladys Gardiner, No misfortunes ever harden her, I-Ier laugh is so hearty, her wit is so wary, She is as blithesome as any fairy. From Kemptville she came to join us here, And spend at the Normal her happiest year. 90. C. Edna Gardner, Almonte. I-Ier early instincts were developed at Benniels Corners, and later at Almonte High School. In Septem- ber she wended her way to the O. N. S. to im- prove her technique as a teacher. Here her warm heart won for her many friends, and we doubt not that her kingdom will be ably ruled with the rod of love. E. E. D. 91. Bessie H. Garvock, Cumberland. She brought from little Cumberland Her air of queenly grace, Her bright blue eyes, and golden hair, And pleasant smiling face. At Rockland and at Carleton Place She attended the High School, She takes her place amongst us now, Acquiring skill, a class to rule . C. E. G. 92. Flora M. Goddard, Westmeath. Being of an active and lively nature she had little in- terest in toys but was a plague to her older brothers. Like Anne of Green Gables she has a bright head and a merry laugh. Elementary school days passed, Pembroke High School claimed her. Graduating she entered O. N. S. and here she has learned modern methods of teaching. Aim: always a student. 93. Maimie E. Gollan, Morewood, is a lass of good Scotch parentage. She was born in Mani- toba and has already visited Scotland. She re- ceived her Public School education in Glengarry and graduated from the Morewood High School. Music hath charms for her, and she expects to teach her pupils to sing without the aid of a gramophone. 94. Mabel Groves, Fitzroy Harbour, re- ceived her Public School education there. She attended Continuation Class in that village and later attended Arnprior High School. Mabel possesses a quiet, thoughtful disposition and is a lover of books and nature, which should assist her in her teaching career. 95. Hazel Haig, Gananoque, R. R. 2. This Saxon maid, with eyes of blue And name of the great General too, First oped her eyes one December morn, To be ever happy and never forlorn. At G. H. S. she was, by common consent, The plague of those who to teach her were sent. At O. N. S. she was prim and sedate, And observed the maxim, Never be late.

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20 OTTAWA NORMAL SCHOOL YEAR BOOK FOR 1916-1917 10.9 95 115 108. William Wallace Kinkade, Kenmore, first saw the light of day on the sunny banks of the Castore river, near Kenmore. Through Pub- lic and High School, he slept and dreamed that life was beauty, but when he came to Normal he awoke and found that life was duty. He took special pride in helping to defend the O. N. S. hockey nets on several occasions. 109. Margaret E. Kirkland, Smitl1's Falls, was born in the busy town of Smith's Falls where she received her Public and High School education. To her classmates she is known as the possessor of a keen sense of humor, a uni- formly pleasant disposition, and a remarkably good contralto voice. With these, she hopes to secure success in her future work. T. A. B. 110. Eliza M. Livingstone, Douglas, was born near this village, and there she received her elementary education, later attending the Collegiate Institute at Renfrew. Her desire to become a teacher resulted in her attending the O. N. S. Mathematics and music particularly interest her and she is desirous of further know- ledge of these subjects. 111. Myrtle E. Loney, Kenmore. Myrtle spent most of her life in the country. She at- tended the Kenmore High School, where she spent some of her most pleasant hours. Her ambition has always been to become a teacher, and so it is not surprising that this year finds her a student at the Ottawa Normal School, small in size but great in enthusiasm. 112. Alma Gertrude Lumsden, Franlctown, R.R. l. Montague Township is fortunate in being able to claim Alma as a native. She learned the weary ABC's and completed her elementary education in one of its little schools. Since 1912 the Smith's Falls Collegiate has been responsible for her training. Graduating in 1916, she came directly to Normal. Here she endea- vours to master the principles of pedagogy, and hopes to become an efficient teacher. 113. Lizzie D. MacGregor, Ormond, brings greetings from Dundas. She received her ele- mentary education at Ormond and later attended Kemptville High School. She lives in the coun- try amidst the beauty of nature. She is very fond of children, so she came to Ottawa Normal School in order that she might become a success- ful teacher of them. lI2 0 114. Annie J. MacLean, Ormond. She re- ceived her elementary education in Ormond Pub- lic School and later, attended Winchester High School. She is a native of Dundas County, the home of many of our Scotch Normal students. She intends to go back to this good old County, where modern school teachers are appreciatieclj 115. Helena Mahoney, Cornwall. Old Father Time finds her at Normal this year. By using modern methods and principles of edu- cation she hopes to show her appreciation of her Normal course. As a teacher she will endea- vour to make each member of the community active in school affairs and thus make rural life attractive and entertaining. 116. Ella 1. Marcellus, Russell. Among her chums she is popular-indeed has something en- gaging in her manner. This has been a valuable asset to her as a teacher. We need only con- sider her splendid criticisms to realize her ability. She is one who will accomplish a good deal with very little worry. M. J. M. 117. Howard V. Martin, Hallville. Gradu- ated from Kemptville High School in 1916 with Middle School Normal Entrance and Pass Junior Matriculation certificates. Was rejected for military service. Unable to be offensive, he took the defensive against the enemy in a few thril- ling hockey matches. 118. Glori-Anna Martineau, Alfred. ..Born amidst nature's beauties, she early found her way to her home bilingual school. Her village school led her afterwards to Youville Academy, Ottawa, from which she graduated to Normal. She will have climbed a good way up the Alps when she sees herself helping successfully her little French brothers in their endeavour to learn good French and good English. 120. Edith L. Mazinke, Arnprior, Was born in that pisturesquely located town and obtained her early education there. By all her fellow- students she will be remembered as a witty and interesting companion. Her teaching ability we all recognize. Hers will be a school where the pupils not only love their teacher but admire and respect her. M J. M.