Vermilion School of Agriculture - Yearbook (Vermilion, Alberta Canada)

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Bernice Brewer Tom Boyer Ethel Sloan C. Henry Anderson Mary Kinasewich W. Graham McFarlane BERNICE BREW ER Elmworth : Born in 1913 in Lethbridge and began her travels at an early age, moving to Bon City, thence to Elmworth. Received most of her education at Grande Prairie where she finally finished her Grade XII, and is now absorbing a two-in-one course at the V.S.A. Bernice is a good athlete, taking part in all sports and being the winner of the high jump at the annual Field Day. Her chief ambition is to become a nurse and we know that she will make a good one. Good luck, Bernice! TOM BOXER Vermilion: Tom is like one of these old fashioned extreme bacon types, always poking around, and always ready to eat. That he has done this to some purpose is indicated by the fact that he is head and shoulders above us all. From this lofty aspect, he good-naturedly surveys his world, and finds that some of these little dears are rather sweet. Like his friend, Matt, he is a wise-cracker, though some of his jibes are maybe over our heads. Tom’s future is un¬ certain, but we know it will be bright—his work as convener of the Social Committee shows that. ETHEL SLOAN Mannville: This dark-eyed beauty is troubled with a conscience. When not looking after Eddie, she is busy keeping up with Beth or chaperon¬ ing her. A real Irish colleen with that fascinating touch of brogue and a smoky eye, her work has been outstanding, and her friend¬ ship worth gaining. C. HENRY ANDERSON Fairview: ' ‘Hank brought his little brother down to the V.S.A. to further his agricultural education and stayed with him right through the the measels. These two are a real pair of brothers, and have teamed up on many a jolly occasion to entertain the gang. Hank has a way with animals, and is no slouch with a hockey stick or baseball bat. In his modest way, Hank has caused a flutter in more than one feminine heart, though it is hard to say just where his own interests lie. MARY KINASEWICH Smoky Lake: Mary smashed her first milk bottle in Northern Valley, Alberta, later moving to Smoky Lake where she received her education. Mary is one of our ablest basketball players and she takes an active part in all sports. Ambition: To be a singer. Weakness: A certain First Year. Saying: Hey! How do you like this?” W. GRAHAM McFA RLAN E Gra nde Prairie : W. Graham McFarlane started the ball rolling at Buffalo Lakes, near Sexsmith, one bleak February morn in 1913. After capti¬ vating the feminine population of Grande Prairie and Sexsmith he decided to try Vermilion. Here we enjoy his sincere and hearty friendship. He is popular with staff and students alike, and though quiet, he is always welcomed as one of the crowd. Ambition: To see the world. Weakness: Someone in Edmonton or Grande Prairie. Favorite Saying: Sh. . . ! The staff’s looking. [ Page fourteen ]

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Betty Law Stuart Bothwell Pat Burns Herbert T. Anderson Edith McCrae Cordon R. Blott BETTY LAW Vermilion: A real home product with a grand Scotch ancestry, this bonnie lassie has won a warm place in all hearts. Her fine performance in the apartment was outstanding. She knows how to run things like that on oiled wheels. Betty doesn’t catch popular diseases, and 50° below mornings see her appear as cheerful as ever, with her favorite saying: Make yourself at home, boys! STUART BOTHWELL Mannville: This curly-headed laddie hails from Mannville, the district which has sent so many distinguished students to the V.S.A. An en¬ thusiastic basketballer, he has coached and inspired his team of Babes” to the top of the boys’ league. Not quite so much at home in the east wing, Stuart carries on interesting ' phone con¬ versations with his sister—or somebody—at home, and sometimes slips off for weekends. Stuart has the happy knack of getting along well with everyone, and is always right to the forefront in work or play. MARY PATRICIA BURNS Rochfort Bridge: Pat, as we all know her, first saw daylight in Edmonton. After years of flitting around she settled at Rochfort Bridge. Pat doesn’t believe in taking life too seriously so her room mate gives her an occasional lift. As a company promoter, Pat’s assistance has been invaluable, and she will go down to fame as the best looking of the firm of B.B. B. HERBERT T. ANDERSON Fairview: Herbie and his guitar will long be remembered by his fellow students. A high school graduate from Fairview he has nobly upheld the reputation of the Peace River country. His chief interest here has been the livestock both in the barns and the wings, and we predict a bright and successful future for him on the farm, or as a vet. EDITH McCRAE Vermilion: Edith was born and educated in Vermilion. She took Normal at Edmonton, but this did not satisfy her soaring ambitions, so she decided to take the V.S.A. course. She has made herself popular by her pleasing and helpful disposition. Ambition: Dramatics. Weakness: Entertaining. Favorite Saying: Come down and see me sometime”—and do we accept? GORDON R. BLOTT Vermilion: A Saskatchewan product, with as many homes as a gypsy. Aspires to be an M.D.,for which he has spent one year at Varsity. Came to V.S.A. on opening day to look over the girls, and decided to stay,- one of the two-in-one twerps and a member of the Editorial Staff. [ Page thirteen ]

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Kathleen Young Ramon Filipkowski Beth Henderson KATHLEEN YOUNG Lloydminster: Short and sweet and full of fun, Liked? you bet, by every one. Basketball and social too, She ' s right there to see us through. Ambition: To be a nurse. Then watch the boys get sick. Favorite Saying: I can’t miss a free night. RAMON FILIPKOWSKI Vermilion: This dark and handsome young man claims Vermilion as his home town for the time being, but we prophesy that he will move on soon, having a strong gypsy complex. Ramon is full of bright ideas, sometimes practical, and this gives him a good line. A good student, and vigorous basketball player, his violin selections will long be remembered by his friends at the V.S.A. Ramon will be heard from. BETH HENDERSON Mannville: Few have contributed more this year for the benefit of the students than Beth. Having already three years teaching experience, she has obtained a steady first class in all her work and, at the same time, has been the main prop of the orchestra and a regular ac¬ companist at the chapel service and Glee Club. We are all proud to have known you, Beth, and value your friendship. Mathew C. Brimacombe Anna Marie Pokraka J. Stewart Brimacombe MATTHEW C. BRIMACOMBE Vermilion: Matt has punned his way about Vermilion since 1913. Grad¬ uating from the Edmonton Normal School, he succumbed to the manifold attractions of the V.S.A., and the sight of Matt and his Jessie walking up and down the paths and sometimes into the snow drifts, has been an inspiration to us all. His favorite tree is the Hazel, and his famous huddlebuggy has been a welcome re¬ sort, sometimes for two, sometimes a crowd. A musician of parts, Matt has made himself a popular member of our lively two-in-ones. ANNA MARIE POKRAKA Holden: Anna is a capable waitress and at the same time she has managed to keep a good class standing. With a leaning towards farm life, she will be a real home maker. We can picture Anna in her gingham dress feeding the chickens, and nursing the young lambs, on her own place. Good luck, Anna Marie! J. STEWART BRIMACOMBE Vermilion: Stew is a laddie with a keen sense of humour, and an unselfish enthusiasm for every worth while project at the V.S.A. No lover of the spotlight, his loyal support of the orchestra, at dances and chapel, his dramatic and debating talents, his basketball and gym. work, his conduct as President of the Versatile Club and Editor-in-chief of this Year Book, indicate the tremendous con¬ tribution he has made for our general welfare. At the same time he is always at or near the head of the class. Whether Stew continues teaching or not, our very best wishes go with him, and we count it a privilege to have his friendship. ( Page fifteen ]