1937 SMC Yearbook by St Margaret's College Foundation

THE PREFECTS Standing: M. Bl'oadhead, E. Hutton, M. Young, N. Vale, J. Furze. Sitting: D. Harris, L. Anderson, J. Harris, A. Pan. In front: N. Smith, T. Radley.

No. 30

1937

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CONTENTS Board of Governors Staff Officers of the School School Roll Editorial The School Diary Prize Giving 1936 Examination Results Chapel Notes The School Council Hous·e Notes Boarders' Notes Library Music Contributions Housecraft Class The School Dance The Party Skiing Tennis Netball Hockey Athletic Sports Inter-House Games News of Old Physical Training StudentS' Club Notes Old Girls' Association Exchanges

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS Chairman: The Right Rev. the Bishop of Ohristchurch. Vice-Chairman: The Very Rev. Dean Julius, M.A. (Oxon.) Secretary and Treasurer: E. P. Wills, Esq., B.A., LL.M., M.Com. Miss P. M. P. Clark, M.A. Mrs Reynolds Miss L. Sanders Ven. Archdeacon A. K. Warren, M.A. (Oxon.) Rev. C. E. B. Muschamp, M.A. (Oxo.n.)

Rev. I. L. Richards, M.A. A. C. Cottrell, Esq. K. M. Gresso~ Esq., LL.B. Denys Hoare, Esq., F.P.A., N.Z. L. J. Kincaid, Esq. A. F. Wright, Esq.

THE STAFF Headmistress

Mrs Young, M.A. (Oxon.)

Staff

Miss King, Dip. Chelsea College, Physical Education Miss Westall, NeWtnham College, Cambridge Miss Hunter, Dip. Home Science Miss Singleton, M.A. {N.Z.) Miss Engelbrecht, LL.B. •(N.Z.) Miss :Sutcliffe, B.A. (N.Z.) Miss Parr, B.A., B.Sc. (Perth) Miss .Scarvell, Dip. Fine Arts J (N.Z.) Miss Eddy, Secretary Miss Rankin, Gov. C. Certificate Miss Hosking, Gov. C. Certificate Miss Trevor, B.A. Dip. Ed. (N.Z.) Miss Hannam,, L.T.C.L., L.R.S.M. Miss Welsh, Matr001 Ven. Archdeacon A. K. Warr$\, M.A. (Oxon.), Chaplain

OFFICERS OF THE SCHOOL, 1937 Prefects

Sub-Prefects

Boarding House Prefects Boarding House Orderlies

Joyce Harris (Head) Leslie Anderson { Alis001 Parr Dulcie Harris N oelene Vale Nora SmithTui Radley Margaret Young Judith Furze Margaret Broadhead Eva Hutton Eva Hutton (Head) Dorothy Talbot Margery Gowenlock Hester Graham Yvonne Lock { Shirley Oliver Beverley Copland

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Rata-Joyce Harris Konini-Leslie Ander,son Kowhai-Tui Radley { Rimu-Margaret Young Matipo-Fay Purdie Joyce Harris Dulcie Harris { N oelene Vale Tui Radley (Secretary) Joyce Harris Leslie Anderson Alison Parr Dulcie Harris N oelene Vale Nora Smith Tui Radley

House Captains

Games Committee

Editorial Committee

Form OrderliesVa. Vb. IVa. (i) !Va. (Mod.) IVb. (i) IVb. (Mod.) III. Upper III. Lower II. and I.

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Term I. J. Collier A. Wright M. Pairman F. Rodd J. Harris R. Woods J. Smail E. Sutherland { J. Barrow J. Cooke { B. Jewell

Term II. F. Purdie J. Woodward D. Hughes· J. Holmes M. Taylor J. Penrose R. Adams f K. Hanafin l H. Rodd H. Sincock { R. Gardner

Term III. M. Gowenlock M. Hatherley M. Owen A. Armitage R. Harris V. McIntosh A. Kyle R. Sincock W. Morgan

SCHOOL ROLL Anderson, Lesley (Konini) Harris, Dulcie (Rata) Harris, Joyce (Rata) Jermyn, Janet (Kowhai) Oliver, Shirley (Kowhai)

FORM VI. Parr, Alison (Konini) Radley, Tui (Kowhai) S:rruith, Nora Cameron (Rata) Vale, Noelene (Rata)

FORV Broadhead, Margaret (Rimu) Collier, Jane (Matipo) Cotter, Barbara (Rata) Furze, Judith (Kowhai) Gambles, Mlargaret (Matipo) Graham, Hester (Rimu) Hunter, Lilah (Konini) Hutton, Eva (Rimu) Kempthorne, Milla (Kowhai)

Va (1). Little, Mabel (Kowhai) Malden, Margaret (Matipo) Mottram, Betty (Rimu) Purdie•, Fay (Mlatipo) Gowenlock, Margery (Kowhai) Rasmussen, Dorothy (Konini) Talbot, Dorothy (Matipo) (RiII1iu) Young, Margaret (2).

Best, Ngaire

(Rata)

Dawe, Lorraine

(Rimu)

FORM Vb 1. Delahunty, Rachel (Rata) Purchas, Sally (Rata) Delahunty, Ruth (Rata) Taylor, Priscilla (Rimu) Hatherley, Margaret (Matipo) Thomas, Rayma (Kowhai) Ivimey, Joyce (M.atipo) Woodward, Jill (Rata) Lock, Yvonne (Rata) Wright, Adrienne (Matipo) McNish, Audre·y (Matipo)

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Chrystal, June (Konini) Copland, Beverley (Kowhai) Dickey, Pamela (Konini) Dunn, Irene (Miatipo) Feron, Margaret (Rimu) Foster, Peggy (Matipo)

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Harcourt, Dorothy (Kowhai) Hughes, Joan (Kowhai) Lee, Joan (Rata) Price-, Nancy (Matipo) Smith, Norma (Konini)

FORM IVla 1. Anderson, Jean (Konini) Barraclough, Dulcie (Rata) Brown, Valda (Matipo) Dore, Doreen (Konini) Fenner, Molly (Kowhai) Feron, Frances (Rimu) Gale, Peggy (Matipo) Hanafin, Mary (Rimu) Hughes, Dorothy (Kowhai) Kincaid, Dawn (Konini) Lancaster, Pamela (Rata)

Owen, Marie (Rata) Pairman, Margaret (.Matipo) Pannell, Isobel (Kowhai) Penman, Aroha (Konini) Skinner, Betty (Matipo) Smith, Bobbie Cameron (Rata) Stott, Irene (Matipo) left 1st term de Thier, Geraldine (Konini) left 1st term

FORM IVa Modern Armitage, Alis·on (Rimu) Boyd, Mary (Kowhai) Gray, Lucia (Matipo) Guthrie, Noeline (Rimu) Holmes, Joan ( Konini) Jarman, Margaret (Kowhai)

Maclennan, Margaret (Rata) Roberts, Myra (Rata) Rodd, Faith (Rimu) Stokes, June (Konini) Tipping, Pat (Rata) White, Ngaire (Matipo)

FORM IVb 1. Barraclough, Ray (Rata) Clemens, N oeline ( Konini) Collier, Cecily (Matipo) Elder, Margaret (Rata) Evans, Margaret (Rata) Fisher, Ruth (Rimu) Glasson, Betty (Kowhai) Godart, Sylvia ( Konini) Graham, Alison (Kowhai) Harris, June (Rata) Harris, Rae (Rata) Holmes, Helene (Konini)

Johnstone, Faith (Kowhai) Jones, Audrey (Rata) Louiss·on, Helen (Kowhai) Maclean, Suzanne (Rimu) Malden, Barbara ( M'.atipo) Moore, Gwenda (Rata) Nelson, Margaret ( Konini) Price, Pauline (Kowhai) Sheppard, Jocelyn (Konini) Taylor, Mary (Matipo) Verrall, Judith (Matipo)

FORM IVb Modern Cooper, Florence· (Rimu) Gray, Frances (Matipo) Hislop, Olive (Matipo) Johnston, Iris (Konini) Kennett, Ann (Kowhai) Law, Margaret (Rimu) Leece, Mary (Konini)

McIntosh, Valeska (Konini) Penrose, Jean (Rata) Sherwood, Olga ( Rimu) Watson, Yvonne (Konini) White, Edna (Matipo) White, Pauline (Rata) Woods, Ruth (Matipo)

Adams, Ruth (Matipo) Bullen, Jeannette (Rimu) 2nd term Clarke, Errol (Konini) Cridge, Muriel ( Matipo) Finney, Melva (Kowhai)

FORM III. Upper Kyle, Alison ( Konini) left Mitchell, Prudence1 (Rimu) Rich, Ruth (Konini) Richards, Barbara (Rimu) Smail, Joan ( Konini) Watson, Denis·e (Konini)

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FORM III. Lower Barrow, Joan (Rimu) Falkinder, Ruth (Rata) Hanafin, Kathleen (Rimu) Harris, Marjorie (Rata) Hutton, Elizabeth (Rimu) Mackenzie, Patricia (Konini) McIntosh, May (Rimu) Pritchett, Bonnie (Konini)

Richard's, Gillian ( Rimu) Rodd, Helen ( Rimu) Sincock, Ruth (Kowhai) Sladen, Shirlee (Rimu) Sutherland, Eleanor (Rimu) Williams, Elizabeth (Konini). Jewell, Coreen (Rimu)

FORM Ila. Bennett, Margaret (Rata) Baker, Jill (Matipo) Cogan, Anne (Kowhai) Cooke, Joyce (Rimu) Gould, Kathleen (Matipo) Fisher, Marion (Kowhai)

Jamieson, Judith (Kowhai) Mackenzie, Jocelyn ( Rata) McKillop, Janet (Rata) Sincock, Helen (Kowhai) Vincent-Smith, Joy (Konini)

FORM Ilb. Brownlee, Ray (Kowhai) Gardner, Ruth (Konini) Hunt, Lynette ( Rata)

J eweU, Brenda (Rimu) Morgan, Wendy (Kowhai) Perry, Joan (Matipo) FORM' I.

Allan, Enid (Miatipo) Birkinshaw, Jane (Rata) 1st term Owen, Gwylfa (Kowhai)

left

Owen, Jose (Kowhai) Olds, Veronica (Konini) Mitchell, Anne (Rimu) Wright, Norma (Rimu)

KINDERGARTEN Spense, Alison (left 2nd term) Ada.In$, Jean Bagley, Diane Taylor, Margaret (left 2nd term) Bennett, Joyce Wait, Elizabeth Birkinshaw, Fay (left 1st term) Anderson, Robin (left 2nd term) Collins, Doris· (left 2nd' term) Collins, Robert Dickson, Judith Ann Davidson, Robin Hadfield, Keith Falck, Mary Muschamp, Michael Fisher,Mary Pearson, Monty Henderson, Diane (left 1st term) Sandall, Roger Honour, Patricia Tothill, John Jenkin, Robyn Wright, Stuart Ross, Jean Spratt, Elizabeth PHYSICAL TRAINING Second-year Students P. Broad H. Gillett J. Lamont

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First-year P. Paterson J. Williamson H. Wright

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1937

A skiff on a river under the shady trees sounds an ideal background for school work-with an occasional swim to cool the burning brain-but without the interests and fun of school life it very quickly palls, and so do all other oft imagined ideal existences. Oh! how relieved we all were to be back at school on 1st March, after the enforced holidays and correspondence work, due to the epidemic of infantile paralysis. We welcomed Miss Parr and a large number of new girls, especially in the Lower Fourths, and soon settled down to make up for lost time. The first term seemed short, and there were no examinations at the end-but how could we have them spoiling Coronation festivities? Our service on 12th May was most inspiring, and the realization of the unity of the British Commonwealth of Nations seems to have been reflected in our own school life throughout the year. We are a small part of a united whole. The zest with which all entered into the inauguration of the School Council and the splendid work it has already done are tangible proofs of this unity. It was gratifying to see so many contributions in the editor's box this year, and, although only a few articles can be published, we should like to thank all those who so gallantly racked their brains on our behalf. We hope the unsuccessful writers will not be discouraged from future efforts. Unfortunately we have good-byes to say this year. Miss Scarvell, who has been with us for four years, is leaving in order to organise the art work in two of the Christchurch High Schools; Miss Sutcliffe is going to be married and take up Missionary work; and Miss Hannam, who has been in the school for so many years, is leaving us to concentrate on studio work. We wish them every success in their new spheres of action. To the girls who are leaving us, "Au revoir." We shall be meeting them at school functions and Old Girls' reunions each year. We who are coming back look forward to a new year full of ever-widening interests, remembering the wise words of Montaigne that "it is not only a brain, not only a body we have to educate, but a whole human being."

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Term I. SCHOOL DIARY March 2nd.-W e at last returned to school after nearly twelve weeks' holiday, although the last two were overshadowed by correspondence work. The Opening Service was taken by our Chaplain, the Rev. A. K. Warren, whom we were very glad to welcome back after his absence in England. March 3rd.-Election of sub-prefects. March 4th.-Prefects and sub-prefects received their badges. March 5th.-Bishop West-Watson and Mrs Chambers, the wife of the Bishop of Tanganyika, visited us, and Mrs Chambers described to us the life of the people of Tanganyika, especially in connection with their schools and hospitals. March 13th.-The school choir sang at the wedding of Madeleine Pyne, secretary of the Old Girls' Association. March 19th.-The Kindergarten held a Thanksgiving Service, and afterwards sent their gifts to St. Saviour's Orphanage. March 22nd-25th-The Rev. I. L. Richards came to take our Holy Week services. March 26th.-Good Friday saw the school's greatest friend, Archbishop Julius, once more taking the service, assisted by the Rev. M. H. Wybert. Prefects and Va. girls attended a service at St. Mary's, Merivale, while others sewed and made toys for St. Saviour's Orphanage. March 31st.-8tudents v. "A" Tennis team. April 4th.-There was a celebration of Holy Communion at the House Chapel for Staff and Prefects, taken by Bishop West-Watson. Institution of our Chaplain as Archdeacon of Christchurch. April 7th.-Staff v. "A" tennis team. April 8th.-Hockey and net ball began. April 17th.-A party of girls from school attended a matinee of the Russian Ballet. April 22nd.-Dedication of the new Festal Altar Frontal for our chapel, by Archdeacon Warren. April 23rd.-Mr Ward gave us a very enjoyable elocution recital. April 25th.-Our traditional annual Anzac Day service was held, the address being given by the Rev. 0. W. Williams, and the service being taken by Archdeacon Warren. April 26th.-The Bishop of Melanesia received our Lenten Offerings, £9/15/5, which he promised to set aside to help to build a chapel at the new Girls' School at Torgil.

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May lst.-A party of girls visited the "Southern Cross," which was in port at Lyttelton. May 4th.-The school visited an exhibition of curios from many different countries, which was held in the Avonside Parish Room. May 5th.-Girls from the Senior School attended a Harmonic Society's Concert, at which an "Old Girl," Mrs Barton, was singing. Ma,y 6th.-Ascension Day, which is near:ly always during our term holidays, was this year during the term, and therefore we were able to hold a service, which was taken by our Chaplain. May 12th.-Coronation Day. Archdeacon Warren took a service for us at school, after which the Staff and Prefects planted two trees on the new school site, and now wait patiently to see which will grow the larger. May 13th.-Mrs R. Gould visited the school in the morning to speak to the Housecraft Class, and gave them some very useful hints about their work. In the afternoon we had another visitor, the Head Mistress of the Torgil Girls' School in Melanesia. May 14th.-The School was invited to see an exhibition of Chinese Art in the McDougall Gallery, and found it most interesting, the available time being far too short. May 15th.-The annual school dance, at which the Christ's College senior boys are our invited guests, was held after great preparations and excitement. May 19th.-Dr. Koo, a Chinese leader of the S.C.M., spoke to students of secondary schools at a meeting held in the Durham Street Methodist Church, and our senior girls went to hear him. May 21st.-The last day of term. Mark-reading was followed by a service taken by the Rev. M. H. Wybert. May 22nd.-A very excited party of girls left with Miss King for a week at Mt. Cook. Term II. June 8th.-Beginning of term II., when our Opening Service was taken by Archdeacon Warren. June 14th-15th.-Miss· May inspected the senior school. June 16th.-The Lesson was read for the first time by a Prefect. This reading now takes the place of a Psalm each Wednesday. June 17th.-A new green Frontal, which has been given by Mrs Tolley, for our chapel, and some new green hangings, given by Miss Raymond, an "Old Girl," were dedicated by Archdeacon Warren.

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July 7th.-The school saw the picture "As You Like It" at the Civic Theatre. July 8th.-The Prefects entertained the Staff at a festive party. July 13th.-The first day of the half-yearly examinations. July 25th.-A celebration of Holy Communion was taken by the Dean in the House Chapel for Staff and Prefects. July 30th.-The first of three gramophone recitals, given by Dr. Bradshaw at Canterbury College, was attended by girls of the senior school. July 31st.-A party from school went to the Theatre Royal to the Moiseiwitch concert. August llth.-The school visited the Industries Fair, and judging by the parcels they carried home were most interested in the products and manufactures of New Zealand. August 13th.-The senior school attended the second of Dr. Bradshaw's gramophone recitals, while Form VI. attended a meeting for secondary schools, when Dr. Milligan, just returned from Geneva, gave us some very interesting accounts of his experiences and the work of the League of Nations. August 15th.-A Confirmation service was taken at St. Mary's, Merivale, by the Bishop of Dunedin, when 22 candidates from school were Confirmed. The choir broadcast at the 5.30 p.m. session from 3YA. August 16th.-The annual net ball match between Old Girls and "A" team was played. August 18th.-Staff v. "A" hockey team. August 20th.-Mrs Young arranged a very enjoyable party for the juniors. St. Hilda's "A" net ball team visited us for the weekend. August 21st.-St. Hilda's v. St. Margaret's. August 23rd.-The first Form meetings were held, and suggestions, later submitted to the School Council, were discussed. Staff v. "A" net ball team. August 25th.-Parents' Day. In the evening the Drama Clubs produced three plays. August 26th.-First meeting of the School Council. Mrs Young invited us to a Folk Dance party, and we hope the cheers at the end were an indication of our enjoyment.

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August 27th.-Mrs Seward talked to the school about the Fairbridge Schools in Australia. Our end-of-term Service was taken in the afternoon by Archdeacon Warren.

I Tenn III. Sept. 14th.-Opening service was taken by Archdeacon Warren, and he gave us several things to remember during the term in our work and play. Sept. 15th.-A presentation was made to Mr Reddecliffe, who had been the school caretaker for so long. Sept. 17th.-The third gramophone recital given by Dr. Bradshaw was attended by seniors. Sept. 22nd.-Second Council meeting. Sept. 27th.-Form VI. attended a meeting of the Junior Red Cross Society at the Radiant Hal . Sept. 29th.-Third Council meeting. October lst.-The Senior Dramatic Club acted the "Boy of Eisley" at a concert in aid of St. Saviour's Orphanage. October 14th.-Fourth Council meeting. October 15th.-Form VI. helped at the Synod Garden Party. October 18th.-Some of the clergy who were in Christchurch for Synod visited the school during the morning. October 19th.-All Synod clergy were entertained to morning tea at St. Margaret's House. October 21st.-Sports Day. November 9th.-Entrance scholarship examination, for which 34 girls competed. November 16th.-St. Margaret's Day. Evensong at 3 p.m. was taken by Archdeacon Warren, the address being given by the Rev. C. E. B. Muschamp. After the service the Old Girls' Association gave the senior girls a very enjoyable party. November 20th.-Celebration of Holy Communion in School Chapel for Staff, Old Girls, and Present Girls was taken by the Rev. I. L. Richards and Rev. M. H. Wybert. In the afternoon the annual tennis match between Old and Present Girls was played. November 21st.-The school choir broadcast at the 5.30 children's song service from 3YA. November 25th.-For the Red Cross Relief Fund for China £4/11/6 was raised by a "copper-trail." November 28th.-A celebration of Holy Communion for Staff and Prefects in the House Chapel was taken by Bishop West-Watson.

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THE PRIZE-GIVING 1936 The prize-giving was again held in the Caledonian Hall, the chair being taken by Bishop West-Watson. Mrs Young read her annual report, and afterwards Archbishop Julius addressed us, and presented first and second class shields, cups and badges won during the year. The Bronze Shields, for first class average throughout the year were presented to the following girls :-Lesley Anderson, Dulcie Harris, Nora Smith, Alison Parr, Iris Pester, Tui Radley, Margaret Broadhead, Hester Graham, Jean Anderson, Dulcie Barraclough, Mary Hanafin, Marie Owen, Frances Feron, June Harris, Mary Taylor, Ruth Adams, and Cecily Collier. The Storry Essay Cup-Nora Smith. The LaircombFrench Cup--Lesley Anderson. Miss Hoy's Mathematics Cup-Tui Radley. Corsbie Ho.me Science Cup-Jean Hatherley.

EXAMINATION RESULTS, 1936. Higher Leaving Certificates Mary Ager, Lesley Anderson, Jean Hatherley, McKillop, Marion Smail.

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University Entrance Dulcie Harris, Alison Parr, Iris Pester, Marjorie Pickering, Nora Smith, N oelene Vale, Mary Hewland (School Certificate). Judith Furze, Tui Radley (Partial School Certificate). Mary Tolley completed Medical Preliminary Examination in Latin. Music Trinity College of Music, London. Higher Local: Dorothy Talbot passed with Merit. Associated Board of the Royal School of Music, London. Grade II.: June Stokes passed.

CHAPEL NOTES The Chapel Committee this year has consisted of-Mrs Young, Miss King, Miss Hunter, Miss Scarvell, Miss Hosking, Archdeacon Warren, and Joyce Harris; Alison Parr and Nora Cameron Smith as Chapel Prefects; Lesley Anderson and DOTothy Talbot as organists, and Dorothy Harcourt as representative of the choir.

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This year has been outstanding in the beautifying of our chapel. Miss Maureen Raymond, an old girl of the school, promised us a gift of some green velvet for altar hangings: then Mrs Tolley offered us a beautiful frontal to match. Last year the Chapel committee had decided to buy an altar frontal for festal occasions, and Archdeacon Warren offered to choose all these materials in England for us, and we wish to thank him for bringing back such beautiful fabrics. The housecraft girls were entrusted with the important task of making them up. This they did most successfully, and the green hangings and frontal were dedicated by the chaplain towards the end of the first term, the Festal frontal at the beginning of the second. We are very grateful to those who gave us these beautiful gifts. Our Holy Week services were taken by the Rev. Lionel Richards, the new Vicar of St. Luke's. We were delighted that the Archbishop was able to take the Good Friday service, as he has done for several years. On Anzac Day we had the same form of service as in former years, and were very glad that our new Festal altar frontal was ready in time for the important occasion. The chapel was looking very beautiful; the rich tones of the frontal were intensified by the red roses which had been chosen for the vases. The qualities each represented by a prefect at the candle lighting ceremony in the service wereTruth-N oelene Vale. Purity-Margaret Young. Bravery-Margaret Broadhead. Strength-Eva Hutton. Endurance-Alison Parr. Wisdom-Dulcie Harris. Generosity-Judith Furze. Friendship-Tui Radley. Hope-Lesley Anderson. Sacrifice-Nora Cameron Smith. Dedication to High Purpose-Joyce Harris. The Address was given by the Rev. 0. W. Williams Chaplain of Christ's College. ' The Bishop of Melanesia received our Lenten offerings at the end of the first term; we decided to put the money aside until we had enough to build a chapel at the new girls' school at New Torgil.

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This year it was decided not to have our "3d Boxes," but to have "a day of giving" at the end of the second term instead. We were sorry that the Archbishop was not well enough to take the service, but he wrote us a very nice letter which the chaplain read. Twenty pounds was the amount we asked for, but we were delighted when we discovered that we had received over £33! We were therefore able to hand over to the Melanesian Mission the full amount for building the New Torgil chapel, and to send our contributions as well to our orphan in England and to St. Saviour's Orphanage. An innovation has been made this year in that the prefects have taken it in turn to read the lesson in prayers on Wednesday mornings. The following girls were confirmed at St. Mary's, Merivale on August 15: J. Harris, S. Oliver, H. Graham, N. Price, J. Woodward, A. Wright, J. Hughes, B. Copland, R. Thomas, P. Foster, Ruth Delahunty, D. Harcourt, M. Feron, M. Roberts, M. Boyd, J. Stokes, N. White, P. Tipping, A. Armitage, B. Cameron Smith, V. McIntosh, P. White.

THE SCHOOL COUNCIL That the Educational Conference held in Christchurch this year was bound to introduce a new aspect of school life was a foregone conclusion to those interested in educational matters. Our School Council, which follows out the ideas of some eminent educationalists, is the direct result of the Conference. The members of the Council are the Prefects, House captains, the orderly of each Form, and a special representative elected by the whole form at the beginning of the term, every Form down to III. Upper being represented and every Form having a vote except the III. Upper representatives, who however attend the main meeting. The day before that fixed for the main meeting, each Form holds a meeting at which suggestions are received and discussed. If these suggestions are passed they are brought up at the meeting of the Council and discussed again and if passed are put into operation. We feel that by these means the School will have an opportunity of introducing new ideas which may have farreaching results.

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KONINI HOUSE NOTES. Term I. This year we welcomed our new House Captain, Lesley Anderson. Shortly after the beginning of the term a meeting was held at which all the new girls were greeted. They were--D. Rasmussen, P. Dickey, J. Chrystal, J. Sheppard, I. Johnston, S. Godart, M. Nelson, V. McIntosh, M. Leece, and V. Olds. Unfortunately owing to a great many girls losing marks we finished fourth on the list for the House Cup. However, for the first time in history we won the box of chocolates, which is the prize for the Whole House Relay Race, held at the end of the first term. The memory of that race is still sweet. Bars-Red 2, Green 6. Stripes-Red 4, Green 2. Term II. When we returned to school we found our numbers decreased by one, Geraldine de Thier having left. This term was not a happy one from the point of view of our position for the House Cup, but it certainly saw the dawning of a new era for us in Inter-House matches. In the Senior Net Ball we were beaten in the first round by Kowhai, but in the Hockey we won our way to the final, where we vanquished Matipo after a very good game. We were fortunate, too, in possessing a very strong Junior Net Ball team, and it proved its worth by winning the Junior Net Ball Shield. Thus we at last have two shields to fill up the hitherto very empty space above our bracket.

Bars-Red

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At the Sports the House acquitted itself very well. We were very proud that the Senior Champion, Alison Parr, belonged to us, and were all very pleased when we carried off the cup for the Senior Relay, and when we found that we were just two points behind Kowhai for the Senior Points Cup. The term is too young to be able to tell whether we have any chance for the Bates Cup or not, but there is no harm in hoping!

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KOWHAI HOUSE NOTES. Term I.

At the beginning of the year we found that many of the old Kowhai girls had left, and among them was Nola Sail, our last year's House Captain, whom we were sorry to lose. We were pleased to welcome Tui Radley as captain in her place. Our broken ranks were filled by the following new girls:-S. Oliver, J. Jermyn, H. Louisson, F. Johnstone, B. Glasson, A. Graham, A. Kennett, M. Finney, and our twins Gwylfa and Jose Owen, who came up from the Kindergarten. These newcomers pulled their weight from the start, and through our combined efforts we managed to win the Bates Cup for the first time since 1931. M. Boyd was congratulated on contributing the highest number of points. Bars-Red 6, Green 6. Stripes-Red 4, Green 5. Term II. One of our girls, M. Edwards, did not return after the holidays. The second term was not so successful for us, although we were determined to maintain our standard of work. Rata forged ahead and carried off the Bates Cup. A. Graham certainly did her share in helping the House total by gaining the highest number of points. We hoped to be able to keep the Hockey shield, but were beaten by Matipo in the first round. The Junior net ball team was equally unsuccessful, though it played a hard match. The Senior net ball team was our only hope, but it was defeated in the finals by Rata, who seem to check us at every move in inter-house competitions. J. Hughes and D. H rcourt were in the "A" net ball team, and T. Radley and M. Little in the "A" hockey team. Bars-Red 8, Green 2. Stripes-Red 5, Green 5. Term III. At the Athletic Sports Kowhai recovered some of her lost glory in winning the Harris Cup for the highest number of points in Senior events. Two of our girls, J. Hughes and A. Kennett, tied for the non-championship cup, thus swelling the House total by their contributions of points. We were not very successful, however, in either the Senior or Junior House Relays. At the half-term meeting R. Sincock was congratulated on gaining the highest number of points, but though she has been a tremendous help, we have little chance of winning the House Cup. We wish our five girls who are sitting for Matriculation this year the best of luck.

"A" NET BALL TEAM Standing: D. Harcourt, J. Hughes, N. Guthrie, M. Hatherley. Sittir..g: N. C. Smith, J. Hanis (c:ipt.), M. Brnaclhead.

"A" HOCKEY TEAM Standing: M. Malden, M. Little, P. Dickey. Sitting: M. Young, A. Parr, D. Harris (capt.), In front: F. Purdie, D. Rasmussen, F. Feron.

T. Radley,

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MATIPOHOUSENOTES. Term I. Vice-captain, Jane Collier; committee, Margaret Malden, Adrienne Wright, Peggy Gale, Mary Taylor. We began the year by holding a meeting, at which we elected Fay Purdie as our new House Captain, and welcomed new members--Joyce Ivimey, Judith Verrall, Barbara Malden, Frances Gray, and Edna White, also Enid Allen, who came up from the Kindergarten. Bars-Red 1, Green 7. Stripes-Red 7, Green 2.

Ter.m II. This term brings the excitement of matches in both hockey and net ball, and we managed to get into the semifinal of the House hockey matches. Bars-Red 5, Green 4. Stripes-Red 8, Green 2. Term III. At the Sports, our Juniors brought us a great measure of success. Kathleen Gould broke two records and Judith Verrall was runner-up in the Junior Championship. We congratulate them on their success. In the Junior House Relay our Six excelled themselves by winning it in record time, and we also won the cup for Junior House points. We are proud to see two cups now shining on our bracket. We have three girls in the "A" tennis team, Margaret Malden, Adrienne Wright, and Margaret Hatherley. We wish our three candidates the best of luck in their coming examination.

RATA HOUSE NOTES. Term I. We are very pleased to have the Head Prefect, Joyce Harris, as our House Captain again this year. It was decided at the beginning of the year that a vicecaptain and committee should be appointed for each House. Our vice-captain for the year is N. Vale, and the committee for this term is N. C. Smith, J. Woodward, B. C. Smith, and R. Harris. We congratulate D. Harris on being made a Prefect, and N. Vale and N. C. Smith on being made Sub-Prefects. We take this opportunity of congratulating A. McKillop on gaining her Higher Leaving Certificate last year, and also D. Harris, N. Vale, and N. C. Smith on passing the

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University Entrance Examination, and M. Hewland on gaining her School Certificate. We welcome the following new girls:-R. Barraclough, M. Evans, G. Moore, A. Jones, J. Penrose, M. Bennett, and J. Mackenzie. D. Harris was already a member of the Honours Gym., and Joyce Harris won her badge this term. We came second for the House Cup, Kowhai being first. Bars-Red 2, Green 7. Stripes-Red 6, Green 6. Term II. A new House Committee, consisting of D. Harris, N. C. Smith, P. Tipping, and M. Evans, was appointed. Two members of the "A" net ball team are in Rata, J. Harris and N. C. Smith, and two are in the "A" hockey team, D. Harris and N. Vale. We won the Senior House net ball, and were runnersup in the Junior. We congratulate Konini on their success in both Junior net ball and Senior hockey. Congratulations also to Joyce Harris, who won her net ball colours for the second year. Bars-Red 7, Green 7. Stripes-Red 5, Green 5. Term III. Although we came only third in both Senior and Junior events in the annual Sports, some of our girls did well, especially June Harris, who was under 13 champion, with a record time in the 50 yards. Congratulations! We have still to play the House tennis matches, and are looking forward to them. Also we hope for a chance of having the swimming sports, which were postponed owing to the epidemic at the beginning of the year. Lastly our best wishes go with those girls who are sitting for examinations.

RIMUHOUSENOTES. Term. I. As Mary Ager, our last year's captain, had left school we elected Margaret Young in her place, and Hester Graham vice-captain. We wish to congratulate Marjory Pickering on passing the University Entrance Examination, and also to welcome the following new girls :-Betty Mottram, Ruth Fisher, Margaret Law, and Olga Sherwood. Bars-Red 3, Green 8. Stripes-Red 5, Green 7.

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Term II. This term was not a very successful one for Rimu Hous·e. We were put out of the House net ball and hockey competitions in the first round, although in each case the scores were very close. We wish to congratulate our four "A" team players, M. Broadhead and N. Guthrie in the net ball team, M. Young and F. Feron in the hockey team. Bars-Red 3, Green 11. Stripes-Red 7, Green 4. Term III. This year we were quite successful at the Sports, being second in both the Junior and Senior House relays, and we congratulate Margaret Young on being runner-up in the Senior Championship, and Margaret Law on winning the Junior Championship. This term our one hope is to win the Bates Cup. In conclusion we wish all Rimus who are sitting for examinations at the end of the year the very best of luck.

BOARDERS' NOTES. Term I. Valete: N. Jarman, S. Jarman, P. Talbot, M. Gillies, F. Gardner, M. Malden, J. Jamieson, R. Letham, M. Elder, M. Broadhead. Salvete: D. Rasmussen, S. Oliver, P. Foster, E. White, J. Bennett, J. Mackenzie. Eva Hutton was made Head Prefect, D. Talbot and M. Gowenlock were made prefects and H. Graham and Y. Lock orderlies. Owing to the infantile paralysis epidemic we were nearly a month late in returning to school and as the term was shortened in this way we remained at school for Easter, On 1st May we went to Lyttelton with some other girls from school to see the mission ship S.Y. "Southern Cross" from Melanesia. After we had seen the yacht and the interesting display of Melanesian handwork on board we went in the launch to Ripa Island and walked round to Diamond Harbour. That night those seniors who were not too tired went to a reception given at St. John's Hall for the entertainment of the Melanesian visitors. On the night of May 11 the seniors had great fun helping Miss Welsh to put up the Coronation decorations, everyone dashing round with hammers and tacks, waving flags and trailing streamers of red, white and blue.

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The morning of Coronation Day was beautifully fine, and we began it by singing "God Save the King" in the dining-room. After breakfast we went down to Cranmer Square for our service, and when this was over we came back to the site of our future school where two trees were planted, one by the Staff and one by the Prefects. In the afternoon we went to Bealey A venue to watch the procession and although we had to wait so long that our legs ached and our feet were full of "pins and needles" we quite enjoyed the procession when it arrived. In the evening we went round to watch the fireworks display in Hagley Park and when it was over Miss Hunter took some of the seniors to town to see the illuminations which were very beautiful. We arrived home in time to hear the beginning of the broadcast from Westminster Abbey and we all sat round the wireless in the senior sitting room listening to it till two o'clock the following morning when those who had n,;t already fallen asleep went to bed. Term II.

This term V. Olds came to be a boarder. On the first Saturday of the term we went to see th~ "Great Barrier" at the Civic Theatre and the programme included some very good pictures of the Coronation. A few weeks later we saw Shirley Temple in "Stowaway." Other Saturdays we had picnics or walks in the gardens or on the hills. At the end of the term the St. Hilda's net ball team which had come up from Dunedin to play our team stayed at the House and we had great fun entertaining our guests-in fact they could not have enjoyed themselves more than we did. Term III. Two of our juniors, V. Olds and J. Mackenzie, became day-girls this term. However we have one new junior, L. Hutton, and several of the day-girls, B. Cotter, M. Feron, F. Feron and I. Pannell, have come to board. About halfterm Yvonne and Denise Watson joined us. The boarders did well in the Athletic Sports this year. K. Gould won the under eleven championship and succeeded in breaking two records, D. Dore won the under fifteen championship hurdles and was second in the under sixteen hurdles, and many of the other girls won places in their respective events. We congratulate them for bringing up the boarders' athletic reputation. We have seen one picture this term, "Wings of the Morning"-a coloured film which we all thoroughly enjoyed. We have had some good days at the beach and afternoons

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on the river and we are looking forward to our "Boarders' Picnic" and party. One night the boarders hope to produce a concert, but as the various items are still in a very elementary stage, it is hard to tell at present how successful it will be. [The Boarders are to be congratulated on a most entertaining and successful concert. All the visitors who were at th.e House on Saturday, 4th. December had a thoroughly enjoyable evening.-Ed.]

We have more boarders than usual sitting for examinations this year and we wish them the best of luck, and hope that everyone will have good holidays.

HOUSE CHAPEL NOTES We wish to thank the Bishop, the Dean, Canon Parr, Rev. R. Taylor and Rev. I. L. Richards for taking services in our chapel during the year. One Sunday night in the winter term Miss Hawtrey came to take chapel for us and we all enjoyed our service very much. On St. Margaret's Day, Mr Richards celebrated at the Sung Eucharist in the chapel and afterwards he and Barbara stayed to have breakfast with us.

LIBRARY NOTES. As there have been a great many additions to the library this year we have gained that which has been needed very badly for some time-a new set of book shelves. There is room now for many more new books but doubtless that will soon be remedied! Besides the books bought with library funds, several have been sent out from London and these have been very much enjoyed. When the task of choosing books from the Main Library for the Form Libraries was undertaken, it was found that there was a serious shortage of books suitable for the Fourth Forms. Accordingly, with about half of the available funds a great many books suitable for these forms were bought. As there have been so many new books this year we regret that there is not enough space available to enumerate them.

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MUSICNOTES. This year Miss Hannam felt that she needed an assistant, so we welcomed Miss Halliday to the Staff. During the first term we went to the Harmonic Society's concert where Mrs Archie Barton (nee Chrissie Talbot) an old girl of the school, was the soloist. We all enjoyed the concert very much. The second term brought many enjoyable entertainments: Moiseiwitch, the Don Cossack Choir and the Budapest String Quartet. We enjoyed them all very much. At the end of the term Miss Hannam and Miss Halliday judged our competition pieces, two girls being awarded special mention for gaining over 80 per cent. We were very fortunate in being able to attend gramophone recitals conducted by Dr. Bradshaw at Canterbury College. They were most interesting and instructive. We should like to thank Miss Hannam and Miss Halliday for the keen interest they have shown in our music. D. TALBOT.

CONTRIBUTIONS. THE EARL OF MONTROSE.

Prize Essay, 1936.

In the reign of Charles I. the House of Montrose was one of the greatest and noblest in Scotland. The name was renowned even in England in that troubled reign, and Montrose was welcome in every place. In his youth he was affectionately known throughout Scotland as Jamie Graham, and since he was the only son 1 was made much of and carefully guarded. Naturally, being a true boy he rebelled against this "coddling" as he called it, and would go on many an expedition alone. When Jamie had reached his teens he was sent to the University of Glasgow, and there became the leader of all escapades and revels. He was very popular and showed himself an ideal leader even in those early days. But there was one boy there, Archibald Campbell, later Earl of Argyll, who from that time became his life-long enemy. As Argyll, Montrose fought against him many years later.

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Jealousy was the main cause of this enmity, for before Jamie had entered the University this boy had been the leader and above all had been the best archer. But now Jamie had carried off the archery prize. It was through this he gained the reputation of wildness, for in a mad moment during the celebrations of his success (with too much wine) he challenged his companions to a contest-that of shooting arrows over the church spire! Jamie of course won; but there was a great stir among the townspeople, for their lives were in danger in such a wild contest. The escapade resulted in a new clause in the University regulations forbidding the shooting of arrows over the church spire; but for many years after, this story was told of Jamie Graham throughout Scotland! The death of the Earl of Montrose quickly terminated his youthful wildness and he took up the duties of his responsible position in managing a large estate and upholding a noble house as if he had so done all his days. It was at his father's funeral feast that he met his future wife, Magdalen Carnegie, and was immediately attracted by her quiet ways and shy, pale face. She was so different from his many boisterous sisters, one in particular Kat, who was to give great trouble later. Jamie, now Earl of Montrose, was married when he was quite young, but about a year later he travelled on the continent as it was the fashion for young men of that period to do. After a year or two he returned, and it was then he first met King Charles. For some obscure reason or other, the King's adviser at that time had told Charles to show no favour to young Montrose, and the King had dismissed him with a cool nod and a haughty word or two. But Montrose was not deterred and conceived a lasting and real admiration and respect for this unfortunate King. Charles was to be grateful for it later. At home Montrose settled down on his estates well content to be with his wife and two eldest sons, Johnnie and James. This peace continued for several years, but Charles and his parliament had been quarrelling, and soon the discontent spread to Scotland. The King was trying to enforce the use of the Anglican ritual in Scotland; rebellions disturbed the peace, and war broke out. Montrose with great fervour led his forces for Charles and showed himself to be a true general and leader of men. He went from success to success, but his head was never turned by his triumphs, partly through his wife's sane influence, but mostly because it was his nature.

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Charles sent grateful recognition of his help and Montrose was highly elated and more eager for the King's cause than ever. His three sons were growing up. Johnnie the eldest was very like his father and anxious, as were the others, to go with his father on his expeditions. The child pleaded so hard that Montrose at last consented to take him not without some misgivings, for Johnnie was only fourteen and he knew the mother would miss him. And so young Johnnie grew into early manhood with the rough but faithful Scottish soldiers who had followed his father so often. Montrose found his son a great companion and the soldiers loved him. But Montrose's great expedition was his downfall. He, his Highlanders and Johnnie climbed snow covered, icebound ranges at night to surprise an enemy's stronghold. It was freezing cold, and young Johnnie, although he had roughed it with the soldiers, was not as hardy as they. He died of a very bad chill, and Montrose, heart-broken and stricken by remorse, seemed after that to lose his charmed life of success, and fail where before he had won. Then news came that his beloved wife was dying, and, completely broken, he returned home just in time to bid her good-bye. • His last battle was his death for he was decisively beaten by General Leslie in a great fight. At the last, King Charles, himself a broken man, deserted Montrose in his hour of need. He was hanged, drawn and quartered before a huge crowd who, although at one time they had worshipped him had not one kind word for him but pelted him with refuse: And so he died, a great noble-hearted man, faithful to his country and king even at the last, for he bore Charles no grudge for failing him. Nora Cameron Smith.

A PARODY. Katy had a nanny-goat Its beard was long and grey, And every time it tried to sneeze Its beard got in its way. One day while Katy was at play She heard an awful cry The nanny-goat had chewed its beard And was about to die. P. Mitchell (11 years).

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THOUGHTS OF MOUNT COOK TRIP. SATURDAY: hurrying, baggage, the train, Timaru, bus-lo,ading, Hermitage, rain. SUNDAY: boot-fitting, rough journey, Ball Hut, Glacier, crossing skiis, flying sticks; but MONDAY: discouraged? No! Early rise, then Stemming, contrary skiis, tumbles again. TUESDAY: improving, instruction, few spills, Herringbone, kick-turn, and ski down the hills. WEDNESDAY: hard luck-sleety snow. What a fight! Laughs, well-aimed snow-balls, and shouts of delight. THURSDAY: up Tasman, famed Hochstetter Falls, Glorious blue ice-caves, snow peaks, rocky walls. FRIDAY: ski tests, badges won-then good-byes, Packing up (lost a sock?), Hermitage; sighs. SATURDAY: homeward bound. This shout we raise "Mt. Cook for us the next May holidays!" T. Radley. MINERS' LUCK. Peace reigned in an old mining town on the West Coast; from the chimney of every little tent and hut rose a spiral of smoke; for the day's work was done and the miners were preparing their evening meal. Ben Hawkins was in his tent, pottering about, whistling the "Red Flag" (a semi-tone flat). He was quite happy; he was frying sausages for tea, and then he was going to join some pals at the "Dewdrop Inn." Suddenly all Ben's pleasant reflections were rudely interrupted; there was a fearful jolt and he felt himself hurtling through space for what seemed an eternity. There was a dreadful roaring in his ears. Then he landed with a terrific thud; he was almost crushed by the earth coming down behind him, but fortunately he was able to scramble into an empty heading. _ For a few seconds the poor fellow was too shaken even to wonder what had happened ; then as he slowly recovered, he realised the cause of his sudden descent. His tent must have been pitched immediately above a disused mine-shaft, and the floor had suddenly given way, precipitating him into the depths of the earth. For a minute he only thought how lucky he was to have escaped alive; then with dawning horror he realised what it meant. It would take ages for his friends to find himtrapped in a mine! Perhaps they would never find him;

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and there he would have to remain, shut up in the awful darkness, until he died of hunger and thirst. In the frenzy which this realisation worked him into, he uttered a frightful scream; but he only heard the mocking sound of his own voice, muffled in the narrow passage. For two nights and a day men worked ceaselessly, one snatching up a shovel which another, quite exhausted, had dropped. They must get Ben out; he might be dead, but he might be alive and hurt; anyhow, he couldn't stay down there, in the dark-alone. At last, when they had almost given up hope they heard a faint "Halloo" -it was Ben! Feverishly they went on digging. Presently they broke down the remaining barricade of earth, and there was Ben, sitting on a heap of stones, and, in his hand-the frying pan! A. Parr. TO THE GOLDFISH OF Vb. One morning Vb arrived to behold A bowl full of water with two fishes gold. Daily we watched them to see if they'd thrive, And gave them fresh water to keep them alive; Much interest was taken in keeping our pets, Some cried, "Do we feed them?" and someone cried "let's!" So we nourished and cherished our two :fishes dear, And fondly supposed there was nothing to fear. But alas on the morrow a few tears were shed, For whilst one was still swimming the other lay dead! A. McNish. AT SUNSET. A quiet country shepherd Gathered his flock to the fold And the broad hills rolling behind him Were purple and green and gold. Down a tranquil English pathway A bareheaded village girl strolled And the cobblestones stretching before her Were purple and green and gold. And I float down the river of Time In a dark craft both leaky and old But my future, shining before me Is purple and green and gold. J. Collier.

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LONGFELLOW'S IDEA OF !Val. Listen! and you'll hear the story, How the IVal, the proud ones, After many years of striving, Learned at last to serve their teachers, Learned at last the art of manners, Learned to serve their great-high-mistress. And Miss Parr, the great form guardian Watched a slow but sure improvement; Till one day with smiles she praised them: "I can see a slight improvement In behaviour, oh my children ! No one off the roll for this term." But when in their "prep." they chattered Like a forest full of monkeys, Like a swimmer on a cold day, She would frowning, pitying, watch them, See their weakness, and upbraid them; Till in shame they cowered before her, Hid their faces in their kerchiefs. But the day before's gymnastics, Having stiffened every muscle In their hardy little bodies. They would grunt, and groan, and shudder, As they bent in shame before her! Further faults I must not tell you, Only all their virtues show you; How they sang so well in singing, Kept their eyes fixed on their song books; And in Science, never rashly Did they blow the room to pieces : Only minor slips would happen, Such as breaking of a test tube. Now in leaving them, I must not Fail to tell you how to win them. If considerately you treat them, Help them all along life's journey, Help them up into the Sixth Form Where in peace they'll be much happier! Then, 0 then, they'll always love you, And with one large smile will greet you. P. Gale. ONE NIGHT. One night, when the moon was shining brightly, I crept down to the river, and beneath a willow tree I saw an envelope made of green leaves. I opened it, and written

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on a water-lily petal I saw "You are invited to a party. From the Water Sprite's King." As the letter was addressed to Miss Silver Sprite, I left it there, and decided to watch the fun. I waited, and I heard the clock in the distance strike twelve. I heard soft music in the distance, it came nearer, and I saw ripples on the river, and up came a lily leaf drawn by two trout. Seated on the leaf was a little water-sprite, a lily wreath on his head and sceptre in his hand. His attendants, who sat beside him, jumped off and helped the sprite (who appeared to be their king) on to a water lily. Other leaves came up and the river was scattered with sprites and fairies. The king got up and spoke. "Water fairies and sprites, I am very pleased to see you here to-night. First we will do the 'Ripple' dance. Sprites! Take your fairies." The sprites took their fairies and danced. They ran up the ripples and, as they ran, music burst forth. Then they ran down and twirled their partners round and round. The king told them to do the "Graceful Swan" dance, and they danced to the music of the frogs and ducks. "Now! We shall have supper," the king said, as he beckoned to ·a dragon fly, and trout fairies, eel fairies, and frog fairies took round the supper. When they had finished, the king (who was rather fat and greedy), said, "Now, I'll go and get a plate of frogs. I'm really hungry!" and he got up to step into, his leaf to get them. But when he sat down on it it sank, because he was so heavy. I saw this and burst out laughing. The sprites and fairies looked up, and they vanished in the dark waters. I wondered if it was a dream. I saw the envelope, but the writing had vanished, so I knew it was. P. Mitchell (11 years).

THE GRANDFATHER CLOCK.

"Tick-tock-tick-tock," said the old grandfather clock, "tick-tock-tick-tock, it's twelve o'clock, one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, eleven, twelve," struck the old clock. "Oh dear!" squeaked a thieving little mouse, "that clock will tell the people we are going to eat their cheese, oh dear, I think I shall go back."

Top left: 'fop right: Bottom:

Senior Champion, Junior Champion, Our Five Sisters.

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"A" TENNIS TEAM ~tanding: D. Harcout't, M. Malden, M. Young, A. Wright, Sitting: P. Dickey, N. Vale (capt.), N. C. Smith.

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"Tick-tock-tick-tock," the clock went on unceasingly. "Yes, you are right," another little thief squeaked. "I think we shall go back." "Look out," another shrieked, "it has awakened the cat." They all scuttled back to their holes. A few minutes later a little mouse, which was braver than the others, came out again. But the clock ticked louder than ever, and, rather than be caught by the cat, even he went back to his hole again and did not return. H. Rodd ( 10 •years). THE WHOLEMEAL ROLL.

Suspended from a string it hung, Hung from the notice board, And on it eyes were ever turned, Were turned with one accord. Scarce anyone would pass it by, "An ideal thing for lunch," But in them feel a strong desire, The ruck Shop's "Roll" to munch. The School, when asked about the size Of "white roll," number "one," It thought that that was not enough, But two, "could not be done." And so at last a wholemeal roll, Bigger than "one," swung there, And judging by its mangled shape, Someone had had her share. P. Gale. THE FLOATING GNOME.

So very still and remote There sailing in a tiny boat Is a funny little Gnome Floating all alone, He floats the livelong day, With nothing to do, nothing to say, His name is Tiny Green Leaf His boat is made of a bean-leaf, He floats past each willow tree, Never looks at you or me, That funny little Gnome Floating all alone. G. Richards (10 years).

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THE HAMMER AND THE NAIL. She stood upon a form-room chair, The hammer in her handHer snowy brow o' ercast by careHer aim, you'll understand, Being to show the scornful male The way a schoolgirl hits a nail. "The boys may say just what they like I do not care a rap; For once, at least, I'm on the strike," She gave the wall a tap. • "I'll hit that nail upon the head Or know the reason why," she said. She noted the position where The motto ought to hang; Then, standing on the form-room chair, She gave a mighty bang And hit right in the centre, plumb! The nail that grew upon her thumb! M. Hatherley. TWILIGHT IN A GARDEN. The trees of all their autumn leaves were bare, Yet still upheld in majesty and state: From out the ground a snowdrop, fresh and rare, Peeped forth, and gave me hope that Spring-though late, Would come at last, despite the wind and snow. Wet twigs and leaves showed how the drenching rain Had tried to moisten every blade below, Yet 'neath the trees the rain had tried in vain. Calm peace-the very stillness throbbed the air, And in the west there shone one herald star, High in the darkening skies, alone and fair, And nothing in this sight, the peace to mar Was seen: Methought the night passed all too soon When brilliant Sun would conquer dreamy Moon. J. Anderson. STARS. The bright stars shine in the sky above, I have no friend but the stars I love, I think it's true that the stars had birth For the lonely travellers upon this earth. H. Sincock (8 years).

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ON POETS.

These men have offered us their lives, We take or leave. But how shall we, in ignorance, Believe what greater power within Prepared those words of gold. How could we know? We talk of life, of words, of works, And talking mar our thoughts, Those thoughts that build our character We listen not, nor heed. God give us ears that we may_list To inner thoughts and meanings And grant that we may read between Those lines the poets gave us.

J. Anderson.

HOUSECRAFT CLASS. For several years the Housecraft girls have planned and furnished a room; but this year the class was divided into two groups : one to plan everything for a model livingroom and the other a model bedroom. These rooms had to be drawn to scale and the questions of colour schemes, furniture and upholstery, also the total expenditure had to be discussed. Special attention was paid to harmony in colour and design. After plans and elevations of the rooms were drawn, furnishings such as cushions, curtains, lampshades, etc., were made to scale. Material had been given to the school for Altar Hangings and Frontals for the Chapel and the making of these was undertaken by the Housecraft class. During the first term Mrs R. Gould gave us a most instructive talk on the "General Principles of Interior Decorating," discussing the effect of light on colours and the most effective colours for use in rooms with northern or southern aspects. We are very grateful to her for giving us so many ideas for our housecraft schemes.

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THEDANCE This year our dance was held on May 15th. We invited fifty senior boys of Christ's College, and the guests of honour were members of Staff from Christ's College and St. Margaret's. . Since it was Coronation week we chose red, white, and blue decorations for the hall. For weeks before the Sixth Form room was a hive of industry, making paper roses of those colours; these were entwined in the lattice-work, forming an alcove for Fritz Seymour's orchestra. Festoons of greenery brightened by roses were hung from the rafters to the walls, while bunches of big balloons added colour to the scene. The lower school form rooms were used as lounges, decorated with autumn flowers, while supper was served in IVb. and IVa. rooms. Vast the signs of preparation That were made by all and sundry For the great event this winter For the dance of many hakas. Piles of cards and invitations; Long the planning of the supper Great the thrill of expectation As we made our plans and waited For the dance of which we tell you. Different was the school from usual, Different from its usual staidness Cheer and mirth became the keynote For the gym. was brightly lighted Gay with patriotic roses, And the passers-by that evening Heard the sound of happy laughter, Heard the throbbing of the jazz band Sounds primeval, tunes for dancing. Hotcha, hotcha, wailed the trombone, Loud and rhythmic beat the tabor, Girls in many coloured dresses Whirling, whirling in the dances, With their partners-Christ's Collegians, Led by all their stalwart prefects. You shall see them in their dancing Hear them gaily laughing, chatting, See them sit in cosy lounges,Gracefully converted form-rooms,

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Watch them trooping up to supper All expectant, ever hopeful. Sumptuous was the feast they came to Laid upon the creaking tables, Garlanded with flowery streamers Weighted down with cakes and sandwich, Weighted down with cakes of all sorts. And they ate the cock-tail sausage, Pink and shiny, luscious, tasty; Ate eclairs galore and savouries Washed them down with soda watha. Came the witching hour of midnight, Dancing ceased as if by magic Partners gathered in the ballroom, Joining hands for Auld Lang Syne; And the air was filled with cheering As the guests all thanked their hostess Our Headmistress, whom we honour. Then a fearsome noisy haka Set the rafters gaily ringing. Thus the joyous evening ended, And we all sought out our motors Bade good-night to all and sundry Sped awa.y on journey homeward Back to Cashmere or Opawa, Back to Sumner or the Hostel There to dream of stately waltzes, And the snappy quickstep rhythms.

THE PARTY. We wish to thank the Old Girls for giving us such a delightful treat on St. Margaret's Day. The seniors were invited to a party in the hall after school. Those who accepted the invitation had to appear under five years of age, and our usual mentors came as prefects, while, since children often over-eat themselves at a party, a Karitane nurse was also in attendance. There were infants, 'mewling and puking in their nurses' arms, and schoolboys, creeping like snail, unwillingly to school,' as well as sundry other extraordinary small fry. We were entertained by playing games suited to our tender years, and thoroughly enjoyed the delicious cakes and ice creams which our hostesses so generously provided for us.

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The May holidays are always exciting for those girls who go to Mt. Cook with Miss King. On the Saturday morning after we broke up, 12 S.M.C. girls were seen on the Christchurch station midst luggage, chattering and s;aying goodbye to their respective parents. The whistle blew, last farewells were said and the train pulled away from the station. What excitement! We were on our way to Mt. Cook at last-no more worries for seven whole days. We chatted gaily in the train, over-burdening Miss King with questions about skiing, but we found time to turn the heel of the skiing sock which she was knitting and to assist Miss Trevor with her darning. Mrs Tolley met us at Timaru and joined us at luncheon. The time seemed to slip away and hardly had we finished lunch when the buses arrived. We all jumped in and away we went, singing, chatting and laughing. We passed through Burke's Pass which we learnt had the coldest schoolroom in New Zealand.

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We stopped at Takapo House for afternoon tea and it was there that we learned that one of the buses had broken down. This added to the fun for us, for we had time to explore a little of the Tekapo country. Here we visited the beautiful little church which has a large window through which the mountains and lake form a background behind the altar. Some of us feeling very ambitious thought we might walk on to Pukaki before the buses picked us up-only 29 miles! So we started along the rough and stony road. Our hearts were light but our feet grew heavy as we walked for miles and when it began to grow darker, we imagined every noise in the distance to be an approaching bus. At last-having given up expecting it-the bus came, and we were glad to climb aboard and rest our weary feet. About 7 .30 when many of us were feeling sleepy there was a shout "Hermitage" and we were quickly roused and eager to arrive. Next morning we were up early, cases were packed, and after breakfast there was no waste of time-the 'bus was soon crossing the Hooker Bridge and on its way up the Tasman Valley to the Ball Hut. After almost believing that the tractor shed was the hut, we saw another building further up the hill, and realised that we had been teased. The hut, however, is not a palace. When crowded one sleeps and keeps most of one's luggage in one's bunk, but there is a friendly atmosphere, and the crowding is forgotten. After lunch we carried our ski up the moraine, and thence up the Ball Glacier to the skiing ground, where there was good snow, and soon we were having our first falls and learning what we had never before discovered, even in our most strenuous gym. lessons-that we could almost tie knots in our legs and yet they always s·eemed to come out whole. Several instructors spent hours patiently trying to teach us to go uphill, and we spent what seemed like years on the same little slopes, getting further down backwards with each attempt to climb up. At last, up, ski turned round "Ready -keep your weight forward-No! don't sit down." But there we were-more knotty problems! Soon, however, there was a feeling of being able to do something, even if it was only a run of five yards, and we became enthusiastic and when evening came we went batk to the hut, somewhat stiffer, but anxious for the morning and the return to the skiing ground. That night we were all very tired, and after sleepily playing cards or talking we went to bed early.

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We concentrated on improving our skiing, and after a few days we felt a little safer on ski, and were so absorbed in this art that although very tired some of us were even reluctant to return to the Ball Hut each evening. There were no competition races as we were the only school up there at the time, but this made no difference to our fun; most of us succeeded in winning our one star badges, of which we were immensely proud, and which we pinned conspicuously on our coat lapels when we arrived home. On the Thursday afternoon Guide Bowie took us to the Hochstetter ice falls. We walked and waded through ice caves, which are a beautiful blue, draped with crystal icicles. It was a walk which none of us will forget, and as we solemnly sucked icicles we hoped it would not be our last visit. Next morning we were not feeling over-gay, as the time would shortly come to say farewell to the Hut. We brought our skis back from the grounds, and were very surprised to find Miss Westall at the Ball Hut for the day. She assured us that we were all looking exceedingly "tip top," and we are quite sure that she noticed our appetites had not diminished. We were to leave the Hut at 4 o'clock, so after we had all feverishly searched through a heap of damp socks, boots and other garments for our lost belongings we packed, or rather stuffed, our cases, and the "heavy-weights" were made to sit on them so that the fastenings might meet. It is a terrible feeling having to tear yourself away from such a homely place as the Ball Hut. You have to climb quickly into the 'bus for fear that the temptation to return may be too strong. As we looked back at this haven of happiness we made up our minds that it would not be the last time the Ball Hut would see us. So good-bye till next year! We arrived at the Hermitage, and all wanted to rebel against the formality of having to dress for dinner, and felt out of place after the easy atmosphere at the Hut. We wished that we could have another week there, but all good things must end. Our last evening was spent in playing table-tennis, talking, and dancing. Next morning saw the St. Margaret's girls not quite so cheerful. The 'buses arrived, and the time had come to

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leave. Au revoir to Miss Westall and to Miss King, who was returning to the Hut for another week's skiing-Oh, how we envied her! Last of all, au revoir to stately old Mt. Cook and the Hermitage. The 'buses drove off. We were whisked away till next year. Our party, we are sure, will always remember Mt. Cook, the fun we had trying to ski, and the happy times spent at the Ball Hut.

END TENNIS NOTES. At the beginning of the year there were only a few weeks of tennis, but we had time for matches against the Staff and Physical Training Department before hockey and net ball began. In both matches we were beaten, but the games were good. We entered three teams in the inter-school matches, and had some most enjoyable games. An all-day Tennis Tournament was held at school on November 6th. It was a glorious day. Everyone played several matches, and in the intervals we had cool drinks and ice creams. It was a thoroughly happy time, and we are looking forward to another tournament next year. In our match against the Old Girls there were some very interesting games, although the Old Girls won easily as usual. We had a delightful afternoon, and enjoyed seeing so many old friends who were up for the Re-union. In the House teams this year we have doubled the number of couples, and are finding the games much more interesting and more keenly contested.

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The following are the school teams:A Team. 1st CoupleN. Vale P. Dickey 2nd CoupleN. C. Smith M. Young 3rd CoupleA. Wright M. Malden 4th CoupleD. Harcourt M. Hatherley

B. Team. 1st CoupleM. Kempthome M. Gowenlock 2nd CoupleJ. Hughes M. Evans 3rd CoupleD. Harris T. Radley 4th CoupleRu Delahunty N. Best.

C. Team. 1st CoupleR. Thomas L. Dawe 2nd CoupleF. Feron D. Hughes 3rd CoupleJ. Holmes V. Brown 4th Couple:Ml.Law J. Furze

[N ote.-Since the matches were played, challenges for places in the "B" team have resulted in P. Taylor, J. Holmes and Rachel Delahunty beating members of the team and therefore these girls will play in the "B" singles.]

NETBALL. Owing to the number of wet Wednesdays there were very few inter-school matches. We played only one in each grade. Our practices continued, and we had our usual matches against the Staff, Physical Training Department, and the Old Girls. This year against the Staff we played in our own positions because they have all played either net ball or basket ball previously, and are quite a strong team. Defending as in basket ball and very long throws are their forte, and we found their tactics at times rather unusual. With the Physical Training Department we played two matches, and thoroughly enjoyed them. Old Girls again showed that they had not forgotten how to move, in spite of lack of training, and we had a very strenuous and even game. The greatest excitement of the season was the visit of the St. Hilda's team. They came the last week-end of term, and stayed at the House until Monday, so we had time to get to know them, and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole week-end. The game was on Saturday afternoon, and was very strenuous, but our efforts made very little impression on the St. Hilda's team. They played an excellent game, and won comfortably. Miss Blackmore sent a Challenge Cup for matches between the two schools, and her girls proudly carried it back to Dunedin, but we at least had the pleasure of seeing it, and some day we hope it may come back to Christchurch to stay. We are looking forward to our next game with St. Hilda's.

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We hoped for a game against Amberley House, but unfortunately our "free" Saturdays did not coincide, and we could not arrange to play. Inter-House games as usual were most exciting, especially in the Senior division, and the games were of a very good standard. J. Harris. Results:A Team v. Physical Training Department.-Lost. ,, v. Staff.-Won. ,, v. Old Girls.-Won. ,, v. St. Mary's Gollege.-Lost. ,, v. St. Hilda's, Dunedin-Lost. ,, v. Physical Training Department.-Won. TEAMS. G.A. A. C.A. C. C.D. D. G.K.

A. M. Broadhead J. Hughes M. Hatherley N. Cameron-Smith N. Guthrie Joyce Harris D. Harcourt

B. H. Holmes P. Tipping June Harris M. Kempthorne R. Thomas L. Gray J. Ivimey

c. B. Cameron-Smith A. Kemiett J. Sheppard J. Furze M. Owen M. Evans J. Verrall

HOCKEY NOTES Hockey was just as popular this year and we entered three teams for the inter-school tournament, but unfortunately as it rained practically every Wednesday, we were not able to play the ordinary matches. On the only fine Wednesday our three grades played Girls' High School, but they proved too strong for us. This year for the first time we played Craighead. We met them at Ashburton and we had a very thrilling match, just managing to beat them. We also had an exciting match against the staff. Both sides fought hard for an extra goal but the final whistle sounded with the score one all. D. Harris. "A" Team.

GK. Mabel Little. RB. N oelene Vale. LB. Margaret Malden. RH. Fay Purdie. CH. Tui Radley. LH. Alison Parr.

RW. Margaret Young. RI. Dorothy Rasmussen. CF. Pamela Dickey. LI. Frances Feron. LW. Dulcie Harris.

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ATHLETIC SPORTS Sports' Day this year was held on October 21, at the Addington Show Grounds. The number of interested spectators and fine weather added to the success of the day. The performances were of a very high standard, but few records were broken. At the end of the day Mrs Julius presented the Challenge Cups and Record parchments. Senior Championship Events 100 Yards-A Parr 1, A. Kennett 2, J. Hughes 3. Time, 12 2-5sec. 220 Yards-A. Parr 1, A. Kennett 2, M. Young 3. Time 29 4-5sec. 100 Yards Hurdles-T. Radley 1, J. Hughes 2, A. Parr 3. Time 16sec. High Jump-J. Hughes 1, A. Armitage 2, S. Purchas 3. Height 4ft 5½in. Long Jump-M. Young 1, A. Parr 2, N. Guthrie 3. Distance 14ft 7in. Throwing the Discus-M. Young 1, N. Vale 2, A. Parr 3. Distance 81ft lO½in. (a record). Junior Championship (under 15) 100 Yards-M. Law 1, 0. Hislop and J. Sheppard (equal) 2. Time 13sec. 220 Yards-M. Law 1, 0. Hislop 2, J. Verrall 3. Time 30sec. 100 Yards Hurdles-D. Dore 1, M. Law 2, F. Feron 3. Time 17sec. High Jump-M. Owen 1, F. Gray and R. Harris (equal) 2. Height 4ft. Long Jump-J. Verrall 1, M. Law 2, B. Malden 3. Distance 14ft l½in. Under 13 Events 100 Yards-R. Adams 1, J. Harris 2, F. Johnstone 3. Time 14 1-5sec. 50 Yards-J. Harris, F. Johnstone 2, R. Adams 3. Time 7 1-5sec (a record). 60 Yards Hurdles-J. Harris 1, C. Jewell 2, R. Sincock 3. Time 10 2-5sec. High Jump-R. Adams and C. Jewell (equal) 1, J. McKillop 3. Height 3ft ll¼in. Long J ump-J. Harris 1, K. Gould 2, C. Jewell 3. Distance 12ft lO¼in.

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Under 11 Events 50 Yards-K. Gould 1, J. Cooke 2, R. Gardner 3. Time 7 1-5sec (a record). Bunny Jump---J. Cooke 1, K. Gould 2, R. Falkinder 3. High Jump-K. Gould 1, H. Rodd 2, G. Richards 3. Height 3ft lOin (a record). Under 9 Events 50 Yards-W. Morgan 1, B. Jewell 2, H. Sincock 3. Bunny Jump-W. Morgan 1, H. Sincock 2, R. Davidson 3.

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Non-Championship Events (Open) 150 Yards-A. Kennett 1, S. Purchas 2, D. Rasmussen and Joyce Harris (equal) 3. Time 20sec. Three-legged-I. Johnston and R. Barraclough 1, Joyce Harris and N. C. Smith 2, J. Jermyn and S. Oliver 3. Hockey Dribbling-D. Harris 1, F. Purdie 2, M. Little and M. Jarman (equal) 3. Hop, Step and Jump-J. Hughes 1, M. Young 2, S. Purchas 3. Distance 30ft 2in. Other Events Sack Race, under 14---J. Harris 1, C. Jewell 2, J. Cooke

3. Colour Matching, 4 to 7 years-B. Collins 1, R. Jenkin 2. Students' Race-P. Broad 1, J. Williamson 2, H. Wright

3. 80 Yards Hurdles, under 16-S. Purchas 1, D. Dore 2, F. Gray 3. Time 13 1-5sec. Three-legged, under 12---J. Jamieson and K. Gould 1, R. Sincock and J. McKillop 2, B. Pritchett and H. Rodd 3. 30 Yards, 4 to 7 years-M. Fisher 1, R. Jenkin 2, R. Davidson 3. Obstacle Race, under 13---J. Harris 1, K. Hanafin 2, R. Sincock 3. Little Visitors' Race---J. Brownlee 1, M. Barnes 2. Old Girls' Race-R. Rudkin 1, J. Chamberlain 2, A. McKillop 3. Time 12 4-5sec. Tiny Tots, 4ft---J. Ross 1, J. Adams 2, J. Dickson 3. School Handicap-A. Parr 1, J. Harris 2, K. Gould 3. House Relay, Senior-Konini 1, Rimu 2, Rata 3. Time 60 l-5sec. House Relay, Junior-Matipo 1, Rimu 2, Rata 3. Time 61 3-5sec. (Record).

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Championships Senior Championship-A. Parr 1, M. Young 2. Junior Championship-M. Law 1, J. Verrall 2. Under 13 Championship-J. Harris 1, R. Adams 2. Under 11 Championship-K. Gould 1, J. Cooke 2. Under 9 Championship-W. Morgan 1, H. Sincock 2. Open Non-Championship-J. Hughes and A. Kennett (equal). Senior House Cup-Kowhai 1, Konini 2, Rata 3. Junior House Cup-Matipo 1, Rimu 2, Rata 3. INTER-HOUSE GAMES Term I. Whole House Relay-1 Konini, 2 Rata. Term II. Net Ball. Rata Rimu Matipo Kowhai Konini

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NEWS OF OLD STUDENTS OF THE PHYSICAL TRAINING DEPARTMENT. J. Baird at Amberley House. F. Cowper at St. Hilda's Collegiate School, Dunedin. V. Millar, at Technical College, Dunedin. J. Brewer, at Otakaike Special School, Oamaru. J. Galvin, at High School and Technical College, Palmerston North. E. Turnbull, taking a course of massage at Guy's Hospital, London. L. Blank, at Columba College, Dunedin. B. Hoyles, at St. John's School, Invercargill. K. Thorp, at High Schools, Napier and Hastings. B. Andrews, at Girls' High School, Timaru (relieving for third term) appointed for 1938 Archerfield, Dunedin. M. Mace, at Woodford House, Havelock North. P. Broad, appointed for 1938, Craighead Diocesan School, Timaru. J. Lamont, appointed for 1938, Girls' College, W:anganui.

CLUBNOTES. Nature Study Club. The Nature Study Club is a very small one, having only five members. These five, however, have spent many enjoyable hours visiting the Botanical Gardens and the Museum. During the second term Miss Singleton gave talks on New Zealand's native trees, while in the third term we found Miss Hunter's biology lessons equally interesting. We should all like to thank Miss Hunter and Miss Singleton for taking such a great interest in us. Art Club. Quite a variety of things have been done in the Art Club this year. We divided into three main groups, and did poster work, script writing, and lino. cuts. The Art Club is very fortunate in having Miss Scarvell for its leader, and she has introduced several new types of work, one being lino. printing. The girls make an interesting design on lino. and print it on to dressmaking material. Many very charming patterns have been made in this way. . The Art Club is very grateful to Miss Scarvell for all the time she has given up.

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Community Singing Club. This year a Community Singing Club was arranged, and it has been a great success. Miss Trevor has helped us very much by accompanying our songs, and we thank her for all she has done. Rowing Club. It has been Form Va's privilege this year, as a hardworking matriculation form, to have a rowing club, and every Friday afternoon most of us go gaily off to the Antigua Boatsheds. We usually have three, and sometimes four, five-seater boats, with a student to teach us to row. Rowing always provides plenty of amusement, and we generally manage to rob the Avon of some of its water. As we always have the same crew in each boat, we think that by the end of this term we shall be good combined crews, and we are hoping, after matriculation is over, to have a race at Avonside, where the river is wider. Junior Drama Club. This year the Junior Drama Club divided into three groups, to read the following plays :"The Spinsters of Lushe," "Old Moore's Almanac," and "Five Girls and a Ghost." We have had some interesting readings, and should like to thank Miss Sutcliffe for supervising our plays. :I

Musical Appreciation Club. We have been very fortunate this year in having a Musical Appreciation Club, and a very select few of us go each Friday to Miss Hannam's studio. We have been studying the History of Music, introducing musical instruments of the ancient civilisationsEgyptian, Assyrian, Babylonian, and Hebrew. We have also learned of the Greek and Chinese scales, and have followed up the evolution of notation and Christian chanting. Differences in tone of harpsichord, clarichord, and virginals have been illustrated by records, and we have learned something of the construction of these instruments. We wish to thank Miss Hannam for giving up so much of her valuable time, and for making our work so interesting. Senior Drama Club. The Senior Dramatic Club was fortunate again this year in having Mrs Beeby to arrange and produce plays.

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On the evening of Parents' Day three plays were presented:" A Girl for the Hall." Chartieters : •1• ••••••• Matron N. Price .... ,................. R. Thomas ........................ Flora King A. Wright ...................... Lois Richmond M. Hatherley ...................... Rose Carter Miss Box Ra Delahunty ...... ,.................. ,................. •\•.Miss Piper N. Best ........ J. Woodward .......................... Winnie M. Young .... ,.......... ,.......... Mrs Marling "In These Hard Times." A. McNish .................... Lady Pettigrew Ru Delahunty ................ Pamela Pettigrew B. Copland .. ,. . . . . . . . . . The Duchess of Medway L. Dawe ................................. Maid J. Furze ......................... Mrs Hopkins "The Boy of Bisley ." L. Anderson ................... Mistress Ashley A. Parr ....................... Sir Thomas Parry N. Vale ............................ Henry VIII. T. Radley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neville D. Harris .................. ,......... Elizabeth P. Taylor ................................ Ned I. Dunn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lord Falconbridge The Club hopes to produce three plays at the end of this term, and our thanks are due to Mrs Beeby for giving us so much of her valuable time.

OLDGIRLS' ASSOCIATION This year has been a busy one for the Association as a whole, and especially for the committee, upon whom has fallen the business of revising the Rules. Through the kindness of Miss Janet Storry we hope to have the revised Rules printed and distributed to members in booklet form. Membership. We are pleased to report that the Association has 13 Life Members. During the year a number of new members were elected and the Association's financial membership for 1937 stood at 145.

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The Janet Storry Shield. , The tennis match for the •Shield was played on March 13 at the United Tennis Courts, and was the first function of the year. The match was won by the Rangi Ruru Old Girls' team who hold the Shield for the second year in succession. The games were watched by a number of interested spectators, who were later entertained at afternoon tea by the Rangi Ruru Old Girls, who were hostesses for the afternoon. Welcome to New 011dGirls. The Committee entertained 18 girls who had left school at the end of 1936 at a very enjoyable tea-party at the Takahe during March. After tea, games and competitions were arranged and all present voted the evening a very jolly and successful one. Annual Dance. This was held at the Winte11 Garden on June 8, and although not so well attended as in previous years was quite successful. The President introduced fourteen debutantes to Archbishop Julius who again honoured us with his presence. These girls, trained by Mrs Hugh Hunter, and carrying their posies presented to them by the Association, made a charming picture as they curtsied to the Archbishop. Special General Meeting. This meeting held on August 5 at Cranmer Square was attended by about 35 members. The main business was the adoption of a revised and enlarged set of Association rules. Afterwards, an ente:rtainment consisting of a pianoforte solo by Mrs Colin Lamb --ind & one-act play by members of the Repertory Society, was enjoyed by those present. Supper was served by the Committee. A Bridge Party. A bridge party in aid of the flower stall at the St. Saviour's market, was held at the School on August 18, and members of the Committee were very disappointed to see so few Old Girls present. J:,.s a result of this effort and donations sent in, the sum of £4/9/4 was raised. On Thursday, October 28, the Old Girls assisted Mrs Morten who was in charge of the flower stall. For some weeks previously a small band of girls had been making gardening aprons, etc., at sewing bees held at Mrs Levy's home. Members of the Committee wish to express their thanks to Mrs Levy for placing her home at our disposal. We are also grateful to her for arranging a very successful bridge party to raise money to augment the Old Girls' Scholarship Fund. Evenings such as these prove of great value in assisting us towards our objective in establishing the Fund, and we hope that other old girls will follow Mrs Levy's example. Sports Day. It was very pleasing to see such an excellent attendance of old girls at the school sports this year and to have such a good entry for the Old Girls' race. There were 25 starters and the race was won by Miss Rhona Rudkin.

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Sister Catherine Fund. We have had a wonderful response to our appeal for donations to this fund, and we are more than pleased to be able to say that we now have £11/7/6 in hand. Wellington Branch. The first branch of the Association was formed during the year at Wellington. This was done in response to requests from the many Old Girls living there. The secretary, Miss Joy Row, reports that there is every prospect of a good membership for the branch and that already several enthusiastic meetings have been held. Members met for St. Margaret's Day celebration on November 16. They held a dinner party and a short meeting followed by a picture party. On the previous Sunday, the Branch held a church parade at the ProCathedral. Miss Gwynneth Boulton is the president of the Wellington Branch. Members of the Committee hope that a branch of the Old Girls' Association will be formed in London before very long. In conclusion, our thanks are due to Mrs Young for the wholehearted way in which she has placed the school hall at our disposal for various functions, and for the great interest she has shown in all our activities; also to our retiring President, Miss Mary Morten, for her invaluable work, which only the Committee who have worked with her can appreciate to the fullest; to our Treasurer, Miss Jean Ballantyne, who has been acting-Secretary for part of the year; and to Miss Joe Eddy, who has done our typing and duplicating. It is with regret that we accept her resignation from the Committee, of which she has been a member f.or the past nine years. LILA GARDNER, Honorary Secretary. An Old Girl in the Tropics. Living about one degree from the Equator can be very different from what you might imagine. Instead of intense heat, parched brown areas and the many discomforts you hear about from travellers who have had only a short stay in the country, it is a most delightful surprise to find Singapore a very beautiful place. Clean, spacious, full of green lawns, flowers and trees, and by no means unbearably hot. These are the first impressions of a comparatively new comer. I left New Zealand with my mother, in January, 1936, for Singapore, via Australia, Celebes, Java and Sumatra. We reached the approaches to Singapore in the small hours of morning, which I spent looking at the numerous lights and small islands. We drew alongside the wharf at about 6.30 a.m. and so ended a journey of 31 days. My fiance met us and whisked us away to the house of the Colonial Secretary. We were married at St. Andrew's Cathedral, and for our honeymoon we went to Changi, a seaside spot about 15 miles from Singapore, where we had a most delightful bungalow, complete with garden, swimming pool and tennis court. At this stage my knowledge

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of the Malayan language was nil, so I had to learn quickly a few of the very necessary words, so that I could talk with our staff of servants. Our house is very cool and roomy, and is very nicely built at a convenient distance from the road, so as to give us some privacy. Our garden is always a blaze of colour; the beautiful green lawns and tennis court are a fitting background for the lovely flowers and shrubs. Our staff consists of a Chinese "boy," his wife-my Amah-a Chinese "cookie,'' a Malayan Syce, and the Kebum (gardener). I was pleased to notice all had very comfortable and spotlessly clean living rooms and all were happy and contented and that they were giving marvellous service. I don't know what I would do without the "family," as we call the servants, especially when the creepy crawling things-and they are many-decide to wander. At the sound of a slight squeal from me Amah or Ah Tong come rushing out and they appear to enjoy disposing of cockroaches, lizards, enormous spiders, ants, beetles and other things. Cookie and I are great friends. I have struggled with a few Malayan words and have reached the stage where I can chat with him each evening and tell him what I would like prepared for the next day's meals. Cookie prepares food in the most appetising ways and his· curry tiffins on Sundays are splendid. , I am very fortunate with my servants. Asiatic servants, I think, are just what you make of them. They are human, like ourselves, and are even quicker than the average European in summing up people. One of my most interesting excursions is to visit the local market and cold storage. All our foodstuffs and drinks are bought at one or the other and it is a pleasure to be served by the Chinese boys. They are most polite, quick and always ready to give advice. There is always much to choose from in the way of locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats, fish and so on. These are all most attractively arranged on small stalls. VERA BIRD (nee Fox), Singapore.

NEWS OF THE OLD GIRLS Lucy Hamilton (nee Heney) has three sons and is living in Laurenco Marques, Portuguese East Africa. Audrey S'edgley is a governess for Mrs R. Cox, Berridale, New South Wales. Norah Hoare has gone to England from Malta to recover from an operation for appendicitis. She was a bridesmaid to Miss Meta Nixon in London recently. Ruth Lush is a secretary in the Overseas League, London. Joan Smith is nursing in the Nelson Hospital.

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Gladys Stow is studying floral art. Sybil Whittaker is living in Malay. Blanche Helliwell is nursing in Australia. Gendie Bean (nee Maling), of Ceylon, is visiting her parents in Christchurch until her husband, Mr R. J. S. Bean, comes to New Zealand .on furlough. Merle Smith (nee Parry) has a son two years old and is living in Malay. Lettice Corsbie gained 79 per cent. in the Diploma for Nursing, and is now tutor sister at the Greymouth Hospital. Betty Friberg will live in Auckland after her marriage on December 28. She has recently returned from a visit to Australia where she was doing Karitane nursing. Mary Stewart (nee Checkley) has gone to live at Greymouth, where her husband has been appointed the headmaster of the high school. Chrissie Barton (nee Talbot) was soloist at the Christchurch Harmonic Society's concert during the year. The Old Girls entertained her at morning tea while she was in Christchurch. Barbara Gould has recently returned from a visit to Great Britain. Aileen Mulcock is at present at Cook Hospital, Gisborne, finishing her maternity training. Clarice Mulcock is n.ow working for the Nurse Maud District Nursing Association. Aileen Thompson is spending a holiday in Bombay. Marjorie Brown is visiting Mrs Bessie Hardy (nee Brown), who lives in Chester, England. Aldwyth Jones, who completed her diploma in fine arts some years ago, is leaving New Zealand early in January for Great Britain, where she will further her studies in textile and embroidery designing. She has been taking art classes at Selwyn House and at Girls' High School. Mary Fairbairn (nee Pawsey) has recently returned from a visit to England. Marjorie Bolam (nee Irwin) is living in Nelson. Ina McIntosh and Mattie Cotter are nursing in the Masterton Hospital. Marjorie Talbot, Lorna Best, Dorothy Wills, Marjorie Chambers, Betty Thompson and Mary W omersley are nursing at the Christchurch Hospital. J.oan Baxter is taking a course in Mothercraft in England. Betty Baxter is a Karitane nurse in Wanganui. Joy Nicholls and Molly Dart are training in the Karitane Hospital, in Christchurch. Enid Moore, Margarette Lange, June McPhail and Joan Chamberlain are at the S'chool of Art. Nancy Buckland is nursing in the New Plymouth Hospital.

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Old girls who have recently visited Australia are: Misses Molly Rankin, Marian Gardner, Lila Gardner, Janet Stevenson, Aileen Kay, Rita Berry, Jill Stevens and Mrs Gordon McCredie (nee Margaret Stevenson). Old girls who have visited Great Britain recently are: Miss, Amy Dixon, Doris Webster, Marjory Brown and Ngaio Marsh. Old girls living in North Canterbury are: Catherine Sidey (nee Brown), Mavis Neave (nee Mulcock), Isobel Stewart (nee Bates), Betty Lane (nee Nancarrow), Pat White, Mary Ager, Edith Mason. Betty Flint is at Queen Mary's College, London University, where she is working for her Ph.D. Kathleen Kaye is again winning prizes with her horses and we are glad to say that she is recovering from an accident which she had when she was preparing one of her horses for a show. Avice Hamilton is doing research work at the Cawthron Institute. Joan Williamson and Helen Wright are P.T. students at St. Margaret's College. Betty Andrews• is temporary drill mistress at the Timaru Girls' High School, and next year will be at Archerfield. Stella Purchas is doing missionary work in the war area in China. Marion Smail is at Training College. Kata Uru is training in the Dunedin Hospital and came second in her yearly examinations. Sylvia Ragg is teaching art at Selwyn House. Kathleen Buckland is studying Klexema treatment in Auckland. Frances McCann is nursing at the Dunedin Hospital. Joe Eddy has resigned from the Old Girls' committee after nine years' service. In appreciation of her work the Old Girls presented her with a brown leather handbag at the annual meeting. Mrs Macbeth (nee M. Richards), and Brenda 1Mrs G. V. Gerard, Kissling live in Auckland. Mrs Eric Rickard (nee Dorothy Sandston) lives in Napier. Mrs Bailey (nee Gwen Jones') is living in New Plymouth. Mrs· Kirkwood (nee Me-rle Buxton) lives in Otaki where her husband is farming. Mrs Mirams (nee Ruth Taylor), Mrs Combs (nee Dulcie Hamilton), Mrs Bilby (nee Madge Robbins), Mrs Alan Prime (nee Dora Proudhoe), Mrs Pe,rcy Jacks·on (nee Rita Redpath), Mtt-s Atkinson (nee Gwenda Griffin) and Gwyneth Boulton are all living in Wellington. Mary Ruddock owns a delightful Wellington. Kathlene Larcomb and Marjorie Clinic in Wellington.

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Betty Fraser will begin her training at the Christchurch Hospital next year. Eleanor Everist is training at Karitane Hospital, WieHington. Alison Buchanan is a student at the Free Kindergarten, Wellington, and has passed her first year exams. Gwen Buchanan (nee Dunnage,) is living in Havelock North, where her husband is headmaster of "Hereworth." Mrs Fish (nee Betty Norris) has two sons', and lives at Seatoun, Wellington. Peggie Shennan is secretary to the manager of New Zealand Paper Mills. Joan Shennan is in Butterworth and Coy., Law and Medical Publishers, Wellington. Mrs Drummond-Haye (nee Doris Hill) is teaching at the Karori School, Wellington. ENGAGEMENTS. Bernice Smith to Kerwyn Staples. Kathleen Lambie to T. A. Robinson. Nancy Zohrab to Alan Scotland. Betty Friberg to F. W. Page. Sylvia Smith to Ray Calvert. Jessie Crosbie to J. G. Patten. Ruth Stringer to Gordon Evans. Katherine Clarkson to R. H. Bedford. Shirley James to David Clarkson. Hope Cholerton to W. M. Nixon. Letty Hervy to Ronald Woods. Monica Templeman to Max Kirkcaldie. Nancy N ewburgh to John Killian. Ailsa March to A. Macdonald. Marjorie Tingey to Thomas Beckett. Hilary Sargent to William Washbourne. Betty Larcombe to H. C. Bell. Byllee Brown to Anthony Martin. Mary Pitts to Ernest Guillermo. MARRIAGES Elizabeth Tipping to Francis Loring Gwynne-Evans. Phyllis Crompton to J. M. McBrearty. Phyllis Agar to J. Stevenson. Zonee Scales to w·alter Hitt. Dorothy Judd to R. Reid. Madeleine Pyne to Neil Hamil ton. Vacher Bullen to Maurice Smythe. Lorna Richards to K. Esson. Beryl Bonnington to H. R. Lake.

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Ruth Rutherford to B. Wilks. J.oyce Shaw to A. D. Nickolls. Zona Rodie to T. A. C. Bere. BIRTHS. Lois Boyle (nee Ollivier), a daughter. Bonnie 'Redpath (nee Nicholls), a daughter. Catherine Sidey (nee Brown), a son. Gwen Crozier (nee Skjellerup), a son. Dorothy Aitken (nee Green), a son. Lesley Carter ( nee James), a son. Mary Fookes (nee Bland), a daughter. Hilda Berry (nee Nicholls), a son. Phyllis Lilley ( nee Cooper), a son. Adrienne McFarlane (nee Acland), a daughter. Isabel Stewart (nee Bates), a daughter. Barbara Wynn-Williams (nee Bailey), a son. Mary McGibbon (nee Hiatt), a daughter. Eileen Wilson (nee Fitzhenry), a daughter. Molly Wood (nee Stevenson), a son. Daphne Thomson (nee Sedgley), a daughter. Elsa Hunter (nee Whitta), a son. Gretchen Murray Smith (nee Sargent), a daughter. Elizabeth Roberton (nee Morris), a son. Mary Bryant (nee Lush), a son. Mavis Bennett (nee Nixon), a son. Dorothy McDonald (nee Quill), a daughter. Jeannette Williams (nee King), a daughter. May Manchester (nee Kibblewhite), a son. Madge Foley (nee Matthews), a son. Betty Early (nee McLachlan), a son. Alice Gray (nee Butterworth), a son. Mary Yates (nee Robinson), a son. Tui Hamilton (nee Pannell), a son. OBITUARY. Doris Dunn (nee Fleming).

EXCHANGES. Craighead Diocesan School, Timaru ; Collegiate School, Hobart; Rangi Ruru, Christchurch; Christ's College, Christchurch; Columba College, Dunedin; Christchurch Boys' High School; Woodford House; Avonside G.H.S., Christchurch; Girls' High School, Christchurch; Old Palace, School, Croydon, England; St. Hilda's College, Dunedin; Rangiora High School ; Ladies' College, Colombo, Ceylon; Auckland Diocesan High School ; Nga Tawa, Marton.