1952 Silver and Green

Silver and Green

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June, 1952

H.M.

QUEEN

ELIZABETH,

II.

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Editors:

JENNIFER

HARDING,

MARGOT

Sub-Editors: L O U I S E G A U L T , V A L D A Magazine Committee:

Miss L. Mitchell,

RUMPF.

HERAUD.

Rachel Lew, Shirley Merrylees, Elizabeth Croydon.

Mary

Meyer,

Lesley

Andrew,

King George the Sixth Plain people mourned him quiet'y, alone, Or spoke his epitaph in simple words, Such words as, dulled by usage, yet take on Fresh meaning in the awful light of death.

Thus he, whose virtues were the c o m m o n man's.

Is honoured by the tears of c o m m o n men.

— D o r o t h y Drain (with acknowledgements t the Australian W o m e n ' s W e e k l y ) .

Editorial Since the death of King George V I , and the accession of his daughter, many people have expressed hopes of a new Elizabethan age.

In this Elizabethan age, we must offer the world new examples of service to the whole brotherhood of man.

W e have examples near and far.

The United Nations is working ceaselessly to help backward countries and to relieve suffering ones.

Also, and in V'ctoria itself, the students of the University of Melbourne are attempting to raise money, in order to make scholarships available to aboriginal students.

Our most inspiring example comes from Royalty itself—the Queen's m o t t o — " I serve."

But we must remember not to limit the meaning

of those words to the people of our own country.

W e are citizens not of a country, but of a world.

—M.R.

Dr. W O O D The school wishes to congratulate Dr. W o o d on his appointment as President of the Jubilee Methodist Conference. Many girls were present at the Induction Service in Wesley Church on Wednesday, 27th February, and the choir, which had been asked by Dr. W o o d to sing, felt itself to be greatly honoured. In his address Dr. W o o d spoke of the need f o r Church unity in the world to-day.

T h e School wishes to assure Dr. W o o d of its appreciation of this honour, and hopes that he will be able to do much to help the Church during his year of office.

Salve te T h e School heartily welcomes new members of Staff:— Miss M. Betts, M . A . , returned f r o m her visit overseas.

Miss. L. Powell, B.A., Senior History Mistress, formerly of our staff.

Miss C. Glass, B.A., Geography, who has returned to our staff.

Miss E. Hotchin, B.A., History, etc., formerly of our staff.

Miss N. Rock, B.A., History, etc., previously at M.L.C., Elsternwick.

Miss N. Burke, previously at M.L.C., Elsternwick, f o r many years.

Mrs. I. Kelson, Mus.Dip. Miss J. Frazer, English, etc.

Miss J. Illingworth ( O l d Collegian), Speech, returned f r o m overseas.

Miss S. V . Hopkins, Business.

Miss R. King, Domestic Science, and in Term II, Miss E. Berriman, Domestic Science, f r o m England.

Miss A . Jeffrey (Old Collegian), Craft.

Mrs. N. Jenkins Middle School.

(Old

Collegian),

Lower

Miss I. Knight, Lower Middle School.

Mrs. R. R. Sholl, Junior School.

Sister J. Gromann, and in Term II, Sister S. Proctor ( O l d Collegian).

Miss J. Curtis ant.

(Old

Collegian), Craft Assist-

Miss A . H o p p e r , Sports Mistress.

Mrs. M. Coulson Term II.

(Old

Collegian),

Librarian,

Miss R. Bell, Lower Middle School, Term II. Mrs. O. Leith, Speech, Term II. Miss Y . Clarke tant, Term II.

( O l d Collegian), Craft Assis-

T h e large number of new girls includes senior girls f r o m M.L.C., Elsternwick, some of whom are School Officers.

A/alete T h e School regretfully bade farewell to the following members of Staff who left at the end of 1951:— Mrs. M . Baker, who had charge of Domestic Science teaching f o r 16 years.

Miss J. Cochrane, M . A . , Senior History Mistress, 3 years.

Mrs. M. Dickinson, Art, 5 years.

Miss P. Wilkinson ( O l d Collegian), 4 years.

Miss A . Moore, 4 years.

Mrs. H . Brann ( O l d Collegian), 2 years Miss P. Turner, 2 years.

Miss S. Simpson, 2 years.

Miss G. John, 2 years.

Sister D. Fletcher, 2 years.

Miss W . Taylor ( O l d Collegian), 2 years.

Mrs. H . Carless, Craft, 5 years.

Miss E. Webb, B.A., 1 year.

Mrs. D. Edmondson, B.Sc. Miss N. Thirlwell ( O l d Collegian), Speech.

Miss L. Lewis ( O l d Collegian), Craft Assistant.

At the end of Term I, 1 9 5 2 : — Mrs. Fairlie Taylor, Librarian, 8 years.

Mrs. A . Christiansen, 8 years.

Miss H . McLeod, Speech, 1 year.

A m o n g senior girls who left at the end of 1951 were the f o l l o w i n g : — Beverley Webster: Joint Senior Prefect, V i c e President Camera Club, Magazine Committee, United Nations Committee, S.C.M. Committee, French Club Committee, Debating Society C o m mittee.

Monica W o o d : Joint Senior Prefect, Editor of "Silver and Green," S.C.M. Committee, U . N . A .

Committee, Madrigals, Debating Society Committee, Athletics Team.

Barbara Atkins: Prefect, Vice-President of Walking Club, Debating Society Committee, Basket-ball Team.

Bettine Dustin-r: Prefect, Debating Society Committee, Tennis Team, Ath'etics Team.

Elizabeth Fullwood: Prefect, Krome House Captain, U . N . A . Committee.

Shirley Gibbs: Prefect, Dux of College Secretary Debating Society, French Club mittee, Senior Maths. Club Committee.

1951, Com-

A n n Green: Prefect.

Janet Huntington: Prefect. Berry House tain, French Club Committee.

Cap-

Ariel Keen: Prefect, U . N . A . Committee, Madrigals.

5 SILVER A N D Beverley Malcolm: Prefect, Krome Sports Captain, Debating Society Committee, Captain Tennis Team, Baseball Team.

Ainslie Rowe: Prefect, Cato House Captain, Boarders' Prefect, S.C.M. Committee, Debating Society Committee, Captain of Basket-ball Team, Baseball Team.

Mary Rowe: Prefect, Senior House Prefect, S.C.M. Committee, Secretary of U . N . A . , Treasurer of Camera Club.

Margaret Wilkinson: Prefect, Fitchett House Captain, S.C.M. Barbara Williams: Prefect, Vice President of Walking Club, Treasurer of U . N . A . , Debating Society Committee.

Barbara Crisp: Senior Associate Prefect, Senior Maths. Club Committee, Boarders' Prefect.

Nancy Ellis: Senior Associate Prefect, Senior Maths. Club Committee.

Margaret Adeney: Associate Prefect, Sub-Editor of "Silver and Green."

Elaine Cavanagh: Associate Prefect, Boarders' Prefect, Madrigals.

Jennifer East: Associate Prefect, French Club Committee, Secretary of German Language Group.

Valerie Falkingham: Associate Prefect.

Judith Fowler: Associate Prefect, Recording Secretary of S.C.M., Baseball Team.

W e n d y Gardner: Associate Prefect, Senior Maths. G r o u p Committee, Magazine Committee.

Elaine Gibbs: Associate Prefect.

Rosemary Groves: Associate Prefect, Boarders' Prefect, Vice-President of U . N . A . , Magazine Committee, Hockey Team, Special Exhibition (English Expression).

Jill Hilton: Associate Prefect, Vice-President of S.C.M. Gwenda Jacobs: Associate Prefect, Secretary of Senior Maths. Group, Magazine Committee. Debating Society Committee.

Judith Lugton: Associate Prefect, Chief Checker Library Committee, Magazine Committee.

Heather McKay: Associate Prefect, Chief Checker Library Committee.

Jocelyn Rogers: Associate Prefect, Cato Sports Captain, Captain of Baseball Team, Tennis Team.

Cynthia Shilling'aw: Associate Prefect.

Ruth Trewin: Associate Prefect.

Gwen. Watkins: Associate Prefect.

Pamela Watkins: Associate Prefect, Team.

Iris A r n o l d : School Pianist, Madrigals.

Lesley Barnes: Hockey Team.

Noelle Russell: Madrigals.

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Anne Gray: Hockey Team.

Janet Barrow: S.C.M. Committee, U . N . A . C o m mittee, Treasurer of Walking Club, Life-Saving Representative (Berry).

Margaret Gale: School

Librarian.

Elaine Helmer:

Team.

Hockey

Renee Jarvis: Magazine Committee.

Noela Parkes: Library Committee.

Susan Plncus: Life-Saving Representative (Krome).

Tamara W e y m a n : Deputy Editor of "Silver and Green," Secretary of French Club, General Exhibition," Special Exhibition (English Literature).

Margaret Lethlean: Cavendish Society Committee.

Pat. Tasker: Secretary of Cavendish Society.

Margaret Nash: President of Cavendish Society.

Rosemary McCutcheon: Life-Saving Representative ( K r o m e ) , Walking Club Committee.

Elizabeth W e b b : S.C.M. Committee, U . N . A .

Committee.

Helen Sanders: Baseball Team, Hockey Team.

Shirley Bayles: Tennis Team.

Margaret Brisbane: Boarders' W i n g Captain.

Shirley D u n o o n : Boarders' W i n g Captain.

Joan Graham: Basket-ball Team, Baseball Team, Madrigals.

Joan G o r d o n : Fitchett Sports Captain, Basketball Team, Walking Club Committee.

Janet Brewster: Library Committee.

Suzanne Peverill: Madrigals, Reference Librarian.

Margaret M c C o r d : Madrigals.

Julienne Rogers: Madrigals.

Elaine Stewart: Berry Sports Captain, Captain of Hockey Team, Captain of Athletics Team.

Heather Thomas: Tennis Team.

Elizabeth Tyler: Hockey Team.

Janet Reardon: Life-Saving Representative (Fitchett), Basket-ball Team, Baseball Team.

Ellen Bassett: Library Committee.

Marion Turner: Library Committee.

Betty Fisher:

Madrigals.

Shirley H o u g h t o n : Madrigals.

Eila H o l d i n g : Madrigals.

Isobel Kitchen: Madrigals.

Janice Clarke:

Madrigals.

Norah Gaskell: Library Committee.

Mary Armstrong: Athletics Team.

June Sutton:

S.C.M.

Committee.

Mary Wait: Tenn's Team.

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School Highlights February: Tuesday, I2th—Back to the "Halls of Learning"—the silence broken by new voices and old.

Friday, 15th—The School reverently remembered the death of the late King, at the memorial service. " I promise so to do . . ." This was the vow solemnly taken by the prefects and associates, at the Induction Service.

Friday, 2 2 n d — " I f you join . . . " Senior School shuddered as these oft-repeated words were intoned by the stalwart advocates of the School societies.

Wednesday, 2 7 t h — A t the opening of the Methodist Conference Dr. W o o d was installed as President, and the school choir sang.

Friday, 2 9 t h — T h e speaker was Rev. F. A. Marsh, who spoke to senior assembly on "United Nations, and Australian Y o u t h . " March: Monday, 3 r d — A t a special service in Senior Assembly, the School recognised Dr. W o o d ' s appointment as President of the Methodist Conference.

Friday, 7th—Rev. Stanley Weeks spoke to Senior Assembly on India. " M u d splashing in the pool . . ."

Cato, swimming very vigorously, splashed to victory in the swimming sports.

Friday and Saturday, 14th and 15th—At last, the long-awaited Nurses' Memorial Fair was held.

Friday, 21st—Rev. G. Riley, a United Nations speaker, told Senior Assembly about many problems in South Africa.

Tuesday, 25th—Fitchett proved to be victorious at the Lower Middle School athletic sports.

Friday, 28th—Cato, out-talking Krome, won the first Inter-House Debate, maintaining "that import restrictions will ultimately benefit Australian trade."

April: Tuesday, 8 t h — T h e School united at Church f o r the communion service.

Auburn

Wednesday, 9 t h — T h e School joyfully adjourned f o r the Easter vacation.

Wednesday, 23rd—Shakespeare Day was commemorated in Fitchett Hall, and extracts f r o m three plays: " H a m l e t , " " A Midsummer Night's Dream," and " A s Youi Like It," were successfully performed by girls of Matriculation, I n termediate and Diploma forms.

Friday, 2 5 t h — T h e A n z a c Commemoration Service was held in Fitchett Hall.

All Senior School examinations began, and a sMitiious atmosphere prevailed f o r the following week.

May: Friday, 9 t h — " W e ' l l one and all support our teams, Our players warmly cheer."

These were the sentiments lustily echoing around the field, as Fitchett paddled to a well-deserved victory, in the unfavourable conditions—^congratulations Fitchett.

Sunday, 11th—The annual Church Service was held at Auburn Methodist Church, and a very large number of girls, as well as friends, attended.

Friday, 16th— School adjourned f o r the May holidaysj and the School was left unnaturally quiet and peaceful, as the girls departed.

—L.D.G., V.M.H.

—Eulalie Hepburn, Pass, V I d,

Krome,

15 years.

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School Officers, 1952 Senior Prcfect—Anne Grunden.

Vice Senior Prefect—Deidre Fuller.

Prefects—Dorothy Alexander, Lesley Cook, Louise Gault, Jennifer Harding, Margaret Macfarlane, Mary Meyer, Kerry Pearce, Margot Rumpf, Betty Scar.ett, A n n e Williams.

Associate Prefects—Alison Benjamin, Pamela Greenall (Joint Senior Associate Prefects), Valerie Beckett, Laurel Bladon, Kathleen Burgess, Janet Green, Margaret Harris, Rae Hawkins, Lynette Holt, Andrea H o n e , Rachel Lew, Kathleen Old, Shirley Shulman, Margot Simmons, Dorothy Stieer, Margaret Thomson, Barbara Tingman, Lesley T o l d , Muriel Walklate, Barbara Wilkinson, Judith Wilson.

House (Boarders') Prefects and Wing Captains— Louise Gault (Senior), Jeanette Britten, Marjory Hocking, Shirley Merrylees, Elaine Milnes, Barbara Tingman, Lesley Told.

House Captains—Senior: Lynette Holt (Berry), Dorothy Alexander (Cato), Kerry Pearce (Fitchett), Betty Scarlett ( K r o m e ) . Middle: Lois Jones (Berry), Jill Evans (Cato), Barbara Wall (Fitchett), Judith Campbell-Jackson ( K r o m e ) . Junior: Joan Horsfall (Berry), Lenore Barnes (Cato), Margaret Eason (Fitchett), Janice McCormack ( K r o m e ) .

House Sports Captains—Senior: Janet Edwards Berry), Judith Coleman, Alison O'Grady (Cato), Pauline Brown (Fitchett), A n n e Williams (Krome).

Middle: Lorraine Coglan (Berry), Paddy Dixson ( C a t o ) , Judith Roe (Fitchett), Lorraine Shattock (Krome). Junior: Margaret Eddey (Berry), Edith Hatt ( C a t o ) , Dorothea Cook (Fitchett), Diane Cornish (Krome).

Form Captains—Honour V i a , Anne Grunden; H o n o u r V I . b , Pamela Greenall; Pass VI.a, Margaret Bennett; Pass V I . b , Jocelyn Curnow; Pass VI.c, Pamela Easterbrcok; Pass V I . d , Kathleen Hulme; Practical Arts, Diana D u f t y ; D i p ' o m a A , Kathleen Burgess; Diploma B, Fay Y o d g e e ; V.a, Alison Steele; V.b, Natalie Sharpe; V . c , Joan Ashton; V . d , W e n d y Orton; V.e, Robin Griffith, V . f , Judith Barnett; L.V.a, Laurel W o o d , L.V.b, Mary Jean Ross; L.V.c, Judith MacLeod; L.V.d, Lo : s Tones; L.V.e, Catherine Field; L V . f , Julie Bell; L.V.g, Palma Westwood; IV.a, Kathleen Oaten; IV.b, Glenys Bull; VI.c, Claire Furneaux; IV.d, Millicent Simpson, IV.e, Ginny S m o r g o n ; L.IV.a, Deanna Dabsheck; L.IV.b, Joan Horsfall; L.IV.c, Patricia Bell; L.IV.d, Heather Marryatt; L.IV.c, Alison Lowe; III.a, Diane Humphrey; I l l . b , Rosemary Benjamin; L.III.a, Pauline Rosengarten; L.III.b, Shirley Karp.

Sccial Service Captains—Honour V I . a , Dorothy Alexander; H o n o u r V l . b , Rachel Lew; Pass V I . a , Joan Cornish; Pass V l . b , Joan Lade; Pass VI.c, Lois Taylor; Pass V l . d , Helen Kerr;

Practical Arts, Margaret Birkett; Diploma A , Janice Crisp; Diploma B, Patricia Sach; V.a, Janice Livingstone; V.b, Rosemary Thomas; V . c , Janice Roe; V . d , Jennifer Andrew; V.e, Jennifer Attree; V . f , Jennifer James; L.V.a, Eril Hutton; L.V,.b, Aileen Poolton; L.V.c, Jill Martin; L.V.d, Jean Reside; L.V.e, Dorothy Mellody; L.V.f, Kuth Bradbury; L.V.g, Glenda McMillan; IV.a, Joan Delany; I V . b , Elizabeth Corrie; IV.c, W e n d y Wellard; IV.d, Janine Schubert; IV.e, Margaret Kent; L.IV.a, Katherine Ingram; L.IV.b, Dorothea C o o k ; L.IV.c, Judith Mitchell; L.IV.d, Elaine Parkes; L.IV.e, Pamela Gale; III.a, Jill Kennedy; I l l . b , A n n Gallagher; L.III.a, Carol Burford; L.III.b, Glenis Jolly.

Sports Captains—Honour VI.a, Marjorie Davies; H o n o u r V l . b , Margaret T h o m s o n ; Pass V I . a , Dorothy Gribble; Pass V l . b , Barbara N i x o n ; Pass V I . c , Bernice Hargrave; Pass V l . d , Janette Gourlay; Practical Arts, Maureen McClelland; Diploma A , Janet Edwards; Diploma B, Alison O ' G r a d y ; V.a, Cherril Greenwood; V.b, Pat Gellie; V . c , Anne Phillips; V . d , Judith Burdett; V.e, Helen Ducat; V . f , Margaret K i d d ; L.V.a, Lynette Shattock; L.V.b, Judith C a m p bell-Jackson; L.V.c, Jill Clark; L.V.d, Lorraine Coghlan; L.V.e, Heather Marshall; L.V.f, Judith Roe; L.V.g, Marion W a r d ; IV.a, Elizabeth W e b ster; IV.b, Janice Kenny; IV.c, Joyce Hagger; IV.d, Elizabeth O'Neill; IV.e, Andrea Browne; L.IV.a, Edith Hatt; L.IV.b, Judith Watson; L.IV.c, Diane Cornish; L.IV.d, Beverley Evans; L.IV.e, Trixie Sharp; III.a, Lesley Bonney; I l l . b , Glenys Lord; L.III.a, Judith Knell; L.III.b, Anne Calander.

S.C.M. Committee, 1952—President, Miss B. Jackson; Vice-President, Anne Grunden; Secretary, Dorothy Alexander; Correspondence Secretary, Jennifer Harding; Treasurer, Kerry Pearci;; Committee, A'ison Benjamin, Margaret Bennett, Elizabeth Duncan, Lynette Hall, W e n d y Orton.

School Librarians—Margot Rumpf, Dorothy Steer, A n n Ducat (Chief Checkers) ; Valerie Beckett, Lois Y e n , Gi'Iian Dixon (Checkers); Diana Beattie (Treasurer); Committee, Margot Gibbs, Jean Sinclair, Jennifer Harding, Fay Yodgee, Sandra Kierson, Margaret Bruce, Gael Sage, Y v o n n e Y o u n g , Carol Gray, Betty Tan, Beverley Sharman, Mary Meyer, Lou|tse Gault, Dorothy Alexander, Gillian Dixon, Joan Cathcart, Elaine Schuch, Hilary Joseph, Valda H e r aud.

United Nations Associations—President, Miss Keilaway; Vice-President, Alison Benjamin; Secretary, Shirley Shulman; Treasurer, Rachel Lew; Committee, Kathleen Burgess, Gael Sage, Joan Margolis, A n n e Kornan.

Camera Club—President, Louise Gault; Secretary, Valda Heraud; Committee, Judith Wilson, Jocelyn Curnow, Joan Sharp, Shirley Clemence.

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Debating Society—Presidents, Miss Powell and Miss Cerutty; Committee, Valda Heraud (Berry), Dorothy Alexander (Cato), Kerry Pearce (Fitchett), A n n e Wijliams (Krome).

Junior Mathematics Club—President, Margaret Smith; Secretary, Patricia St. J o h n ; Committee, Helen Bennett, Maureen Norwood, Janine Schubert, Millicent Simpson.

French Club—Presidents, Miss Dahle, Mile. Bracquart; Secretary, Rachel Lew; Committee, D o r othy Alexander, Jennifer Harding, Kerry Pearce, Lesley T o l d .

Life-Saving Representatives—Pamela Easterbrook (Berry), Shirley Merrylees ( C a t o ) , Margaret A .

Martin (Fitchett), Barbara Tingman ( K r o m e ; .

German Club—President, Mrs. Clahr; Vice-President, Deidre Fuller; Secretary, Dorothy Steer.

Senior Mathematics Club—President, Miss Kellaway; Secretary, Jean Webster; Committee, Marjorie Davies, Ruth Nicholls.

Walking Club—Presidents, Miss B. Jackson, Miss L. Mitchell; Vice-President, Anne Williams; Secretary, Shirley Shulman; Committee, Jennifer Harding, Kathleen Old, Lesley Andrew, Katherine O'Neill.

Speech Night, 1951 Speech Night was held on the 14th December, and as usual the Melbourne T o w n Hall was filled with parents, friends, and Old Collegians.

W e were honoured by the presence of Lady Dixon, who presented the prizes. She must have become very tired ot shaking hands, but neverthe less she had a bright smile f o r everyone, and later gave us a charming address.

Being Jubilee Year, the School sang the hymn, "Let the whole creation cry," and the two national songs, "Land of our Birth" and "Country Places," with a true spirit of praise.

T h e other School items were, " D i n g D o n g ! " a merry old French carol, and f o r contrast, the cradle song, "Hush, My Dear, Lie Still and Slumber."

T h e Madrigal Singers gave two dainty song3

by Purcell, "Lost is my Quiet" and "Sound the Trumpet," and the special choir sang Dr. Floyd's " T h e Heaven of Heavens," and the beautiful Mendelssohn motet, " H e a r M y Prayer," in which the solo parts were taken by a group of girls.

T h e acknowledgements were made by Dr. L. H .

Ball to Lady Dixon. H e also thanked Miss Flockart, Dr. Floyd, Miss Dahle, Miss Kellaway, Miss B. Jackson and Miss Perkins f o r preparing the musical items and organising the seating of the girls, and the presentation of prizes and trophies.

T h e programme concluded as usual with the Leaving Song, the Dismissal H y m n , and the National Anthem.

In his report, Dr. W o o d said: "There is general agreement that better education is one of the community's greatest needs. However, it is lamentable that the State, rightly or wrongly, is spending upon rearmament, money that might be devoted to improving education, health, housing and other primary social needs.

It is equally regrettable that some individuals do not spend more upon education, although they squander money on other things. At this critical time in the world's

affairs a School must enter an earnest plea f o r better human relationships in the interests of world peace and f o r the sake of the next generation."

In advocating the improvement of formal education, he pointed out how the spelling, handwriting and spoken and written composition of the present day were far below the standards of our forebears, because Latin and the classics were not carefully studied now, and our speech had become careless.

Although children had a better general education, there was too much emphasis placed on technical subjects to the neglect of the humanities and also of a solid, formal education in English speech, composition, writing and literature.

Speaking on Education W o o d continued:

for

Leadership,

Dr.

"Equality of opportunity is the aim in any g o o d School, but more than that is needed. T h e general level may be lowered because we overstress equality, and this can lead to 'the parity of esteem,' which many so-called democrats desire.

O u r age needs 'a new aristocracy of intel'ect.' W e should therefore call a halt to the frequent pleading f o r the needs of slower pupils; there is little reason to fear they will be overlooked. Actually, mediocrity may even be pampered in our educational systems to-day.

T h e future of democracy depends upon 'eadership more than upon the average level of the community.

Leaders, not laggards, should determine many of our School aims and methods. " I t is sometimes said that large schools, comprehensive or multi-purpose schools, do not p r o vide adequately either f o r the slower or quicker pupils.

Finance and the growth of the school population make it imperative that schools to-day should be large and should serve many educational purposes—professional, commercial, domestic, etc.

I do not think that leaders or laggards suffer at

9 SILVER A N D M.L.C. T h e dull would be dull in any school.

It may be thought also that the talented would do brilliantly always, but I confess that I am concerned lest potential leaders should not receive sufficient attention although I do not suggest that special classes or special schools should be arranged f o r this comparatively small number."

H e deplored the lowering of moral standards, the aftermath of war, the laziness and greed in industry, and the influence of bad films, radio programmes and literature. T h e tendency to place all importance on outward appearance instead of on work and service, often persuaded children that life was soft and selfish. " M o r e home discipline is needed. If there was too much sternness in the past, many parents are too indulgent now. More self-discipline in adults and Christian standards in home life would powerfully reinforce the teach'ng of a Christian school.

"Christian schools must redouble their efforts to teach and train a new generation, in spite of so much that is discouraging in our environment.

Instead of education f o r its commercial value, we must give education f o r better living and f o r better homes. As a nation cannot rise above the level of its women, a school like M.L.C. must influence girls to follow Christian standards of honour and unselfishness. With its motto. 'For G o d and f o r home,' M.L.C. is striving to show that a Christian home is the most desirable vocation fdr every girl, and the only security f o r the nation's future."

Having shown that Victorian independent schools were educating over 40 per cent, of secondary school pupils, Dr. W o o d added, "Middle-class homes are suffering most because salaries in those homes do not rise as quickly as either costs or profits in indurtry.

It is f r o m middle-class homes that Church Schools draw their pupils.

It may be argued that the middle-class provides the best brains and the best citizens in the community, and many middle-c'ass parents deny themselves sacrificially to educate their children in fee-charging schools.

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paying higher taxes f o r State Schools and increased fees for their own children, the position f o r middle-c'ass parents is becoming intolerable. It is o n their behalf that the claim is made f o r tax rebates f o r school fees as an act of justice.

It is also suggested that gifts to independent schools should be allowed deductions f r o m income tax. " T h e attractive living allowances given by the Education Department have been a contributing factor in more than 80 per cent, of girls who desire to teach electing to teach f o r the Department. T h e Commonwealth scholarships, however, are helping somewhat to enable other girls to prepare f o r teaching in our schools through the University or through Mercer House to which the Assistant Mistresses' Association have kindly devoted a scholarship each year. T h e future of the independent schools obviously depends upon the increase in the number of senior pupils choosing to beccme teachers in our schools."

H e expressed the deep sorrow of the school caused by the death of Miss Joyce Bennett and Miss A . D. Blackham, who were killed in a motor accident last October.

In forecasting the special effort f o r an Assembly Hall, he made it clear that the Chapel Fund had not been forgotten, and stressed the great financial need in view of the immense bujilding p r o jects imperative f o r the School's future.

After acknowledgemeiys, Dr. W o o d saying:

"M.L.C. expects a great deal f r o m all girls at School and after Schoo'. It confides in them to be loyal to the principles and practices of the Christian faith. Those leaving School and entering a new world this year will have their visions of future success. May their expectations be realised.

More than this, I trust that they will remember the words, 'I pray not so much to be successful, as to be kept loyal'."

—J.H.

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Stall

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School Activities Devotional Notes This year in our Devotional periods each week, Dr. W o o d has discussed Methodist hymns.

He has told us something of the lives of the writers of these hymns and then explained their meaning to us, so that our knowledge ot our hymns has been greatly increased.

T h e Easter hymns Dr. W o o d has mentioned include "There is a Green Hill Far Away," " O Sacred Head O n c e W o u n d e d " and " A h , H o l y Jesu." In the discussion of these, he has given us a clearer understanding of the death of Christ and the mean.ng of the Cross.

Since Easter we have dealt with "Service."

Service is doing g o o d and helping others to do the same.

The best example we have of this is Christ's life on earth.

Another example is the story of the G o o d Samaritan.

Some people do n o harm, but certainly do no good.

This is termed in Dr. Fosdick's book as "negative uselessness," and is clearly shown in the story of Dives, the rich man who feasted while Lazarus, the poor, weak and hungry man sat at the gate. Dives was not doing Lazarus harm, but neither was he serving him, as the G o o d Samaritan served one of his enemies, the wounded Jew. T h e number of girls # h o attend Devotional has been considerably increased this term, but we still wish to welcome more girls.

—J.L A.

Student Christian Movement Notes In Term I a new system of meetings was substituted f o r the fortnightly lunch-hour study circles which had been used in previous years.

Most meetings took place after school and the longer study periods proved very successful. In second term it was decided to revert to the lunch-hour meetings because of the inconvenience occasioned by late meetings in winter.

O n the Monday before Easter, the S.C.M. held a tea which was followed by a service in the Barker's Road Methodist Church.

Dr. W o o d preached the sermon.

A n end-of-term meeting was held in the f o r m of an open forum, when Miss Knight led a discussion on questions which girls had asked during the term.

In open periods Mr. Riley spoke to Senior School about the work of the Church in Centra!

A f r i c a and Mr. %^eeks spoke about India.

Many girls attended the inter-school service at Wesley College at the beginning of the year. Some also went to the folk dance held at MacRobertson Girls' High School.

As a piece of practical work in Term I, the S.C.M. organised the making of scrap books f o r migrant children.

It was felt that this practical expression of our faith, however small, would help

us to realise that Christianity does not exist only in theory.

T h e S.C.M. would like to thank Miss Betty Jackson and all other members of staff who have given so freely of their time and thought.

— D . A . and A . G .

Social Service Notes There was little normal Social Service activity during the first f o u r weeks of T e r m I because every form was directing its efforts towards the Assembly Hall Fair. But as soon as the Fair had taken place, the usual enthusiasm f o r Social Service began to assert itself, and by the end of term some forms had organised efforts in which they raised money f o r their charities.

T h e essential spirit of Social Service work is the desire to help those less fortunate than ourselves.

It follpws that the worker gains most satisfaction f r o m activities in which she has personal contact with those she is helping.

This year many girls volunteered to help the leaders of children's clubs at Collingwood and North Richmond Methodist Mission on Tuesdays and Wednesdays after School.

A l l girls who were able to go to these missions appreciated the value of their experience and gained a deeper insight into the lives and conditions of the children.

T h e school wishes to thank Miss Dahle, Mrs. Kelly and Miss Sutton f o r their help in Social Service work during the term.

—D.A.

United Nations With the realisation of the splendid work done by the United Nations Association towards the achievement of International Peace, there is an above-average membership in our School branch this year.

Our fortnightly meetings have taken varied forms. Early in first term Miss Kellaway outlined the Constitution and the general activities of the U . N . and Mr. Seymour showed us an "eve-opening" film on Atomic Energy.

O n the 29th February, the Rev. F. Marsh, A d viser to the Australian Delegates at the 1951 New Y o r k Conference, spoke on his experiences in the Assembly.

W e were fortunate in having Miss Betts, who has recent'y returned f r o m a trip overseas, speak to us o n her impressions of South A f r i c a and its current problems.

A t our final meeting in Term I, Louise Gault gave us a picture of the colourful life in modern India.

T h e Association is very grateful to last year's Vice-President, Rosemary Groves, f o r a gift of valuable U . N . records. W e extend an invitation to all senior girls interested in wor'd affairs, to attend our meetings.

A.B., S.S.

PREFECTS,

-—C.

1952

Lesley Cook, Margaret Macfarlane, Mary Meyer, Louise Gault, Margot Rumpf, Anne Kerry Pearce, Betty

Scarlett,

Deidre

Fuller,

Anne

Grunden

(Senior),

Dorothy Alexander, Jennifer

—C. ASSOCIATE

PREFECTS,

Lesley Told, Valerie Beckett, Margot Simmons, Andrea

Walklate,

Margaret

Williams, Harding.

Stuart

Tompkin

1952 Hone, Lynette

Holt.

Laurel Bladon, Dorothy Steer, Kathleen Old, Sh'rley Shulman, Janet Green, Barbara . Rae Hawkins, Muriel

Stuart Tonvpkins*

Tingman,

Harris, Margaret Thomson, Pamela Greenall and Alison Benjamin Barbara Wilkinson, Judith Wilson, Rachel Lew.

(Seniors),

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Library Notes W e were very sorry to lose both Mrs. Taylor and Miss Iversen at the end of Term I. Mrs. Taylor has been with us f o r many years, and has given freely of her time to help us in our appreciation and love of literature. Miss Iversen, during the last two years, has been a very able and helpful assistant. T h e committee thanks them both, and offers its warmest wishes f o r the future.

During the first term there was a notable increase in fiction and reference borrowing.

I should like to thank the whole committee f o r the fine way in which it coped with the lunch-time crowds and the many girls who borrowed after school.

A large number of new books was brought during the term, including pictorial records of the Royal Family, biographies, fiction and reference books.

W e also received a nusnber of presentations. " L o n d o n , " by Stenning, was presented by Margaret Gale, last year's school librarian, and " T h e Cambridge Histcry of English Literature" was given by the firm of Hemingway and Robertson. T h e Canadian Government Office and the United States Information Library sent us a number of useful pamphlets.

W e have not had many visitors to the Library this year, but during first term we were pleased to welcome Miss de la Chica and Mrs. Villaneuva, f r o m the Philippines, who spent a day with us.

Miss de la Chica is in charge of the School Library service f o r the Philippines. T h e ladies watched the lending library in progress, and met the members of committee concerned. They were very impressed with the work done by the information officers.

W e were also visited by the librarian f r o m Toorak College, Frankston, who spent a day studying the system used here.

All members of the Committee would like to congratulate Noela Parkes, who was a senior member last year, o n being awarded a scholarship to continue her training course at the Public Library.

T h e committee extends a welcome to Mrs. Coulson, our new librarian, who is an O l d Collegian, who we hope will remain with us f o r many years to carry on the W a l t o n Library traditions.

—M.R.

Music Notes " T h e sole end of all music should be nothing else than God's glory, and the refreshment of the spirit, whereof if one take not heed, there can be no true music, but only din and discord."

— J . S. Bach.

T h e Music School this year has started with its usual wealth of activities, and the year p r o m ises to be a busy, and, we hope, successful one.

W e are especially pleased to welcome to the Music School this year Mr. Paul McDermott, Mus. Dip., member of the University Conservatorium staff, who brings a wealth of overseas experience

GREEN

gained in Britain, U . S . A . and Europe, to violin and viola students and to the school orchestra.

W e also welcome Miss June McLean, Mus.Bac., o n the Un-versity Conservatorium staff, who comes to us with expe'rience f r o m Paris, to teach piano; Miss Marie Scott, Mus. Dip., to teach violin; Miss Flora M c l n d o e , Mus.Dip., to teach singing; Miss Barbara Johnson, final year Mus.Dip., to guide our budd.ng cel.ists and to help in the orchestra; Miss Constance Mel.or, Mus.Dip., L.R.A.M., A.R.C.M., A.R.C.O., London, recently returned f r o m overseas, who will teach organ; Mrs. lima Kelson, Mus Dip., who will be busy with musical appreciation and singing classes, also the Junior Madrigal group and the Middle School choir.

We are very grateful to two Old Collegians f o r help given during the first half of Term I—Miss Phyllis Todner, third year Mus.Bac., who took Mrs. Kelson's work during her illness; and Miss Valda Vaughan, third year Mus.Bac., who was Miss Flockart's assistant, this position now being held by Miss Constance Mellor.

Last year we bade farewell to Miss W e n d y Taylor and Miss Marie M a h o n ; also to Miss Alison Caley, Miss A n n Rosenkrantz and Miss Nancy Creighton, all of whom left f o r England early this year; and Miss Shirley Robinson, who left to be married.

T h e tests f o r the music scholarships were held on the 20th and 21st of February, and were adjudicated by Dr. A . E. Floyd and Miss Lorna Stirling. T h e standard of work in some sections was high and after great difficulty the judges announced the winners, who gave a recital on 4th April.

Danks Scholarship f o r singing—Betty Scarlett.

Senior Piano Scholarship—Denise Lear.

(Gift of the late A . E. Wright, Esq.) Intermediate Piano—Janice Zimmermann.

(Ruth Flockart Scholarship N o . 1 — G i f t of Mrs. Purvis, Mrs. Bond and Miss Pizzey.

Junior Piano Scholarship—Janice Hughes. ( G i f t of the Danks Trust.)

Lorna Stirling Violin Scholarship—Judith Sandow.

Mrs. E. J. Cato Orchestral Scholarship—Pamela Webster (Clarinet).

Mrs. F. G. Kumm Orchestral Scholarship—Bernice Hargrave (Flute).

Original Composition Scholarship—Pamela Webster.

Dr. Douglas Thomas Scholarship ( O p e n ) — Glenis Grainger (Intermediate Piano).

O p e n Scholarship—Elizabeth Duncan ( P i a n o ) . ( G i f t of Mrs. A . E. A l c o c k . ) 11 T h e "Ruth Flockart" N o . 2 Open S c h o l a A i p —Katharine O'Neill ( V i o l i n ) .

W e congratulate all these girls on their formances.

per-

T h e choir took part in a very important function on 27th February, which was the opening of the Methodist Conference. Because our Principal was being installed as President, he wished the M.L.C. Choir to support him. Our great friend,

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Dr. Floyd assisted at the organ. It was inspiring to be joining with a full church in singing Jackson's " T e D e u m , " and such hymns as Charles Wesley's " A n d are we yet alive." T h e choir rendered Mendelssohn's Motet as the anthem, and with the Sevenfold A m e n gave a fitting ending to the service.

those responsible.

T h e scenes f r o m " H a m l e t " acted by Matriculation girls were very well presented indeed. This year we were very grateful to Diploma A girls f o r producing extracts f r o m " A s Y o u Like It," and congratulated them o n their enterprise and ability. Also we thank Diploma for typing the programmes.

A senior musical appreciation class went to " D o n G i o v a n n i " at the National Theatre, early this year, which was helpful to their work. Also a party f r o m the M.L.C. went to a recital given on 16th April by Mr. Mack Jost, a member of our music staff.

The success of Shakespeare Day was due to all those who gave so much time and thought to its preparation.

O f several important events, perhaps the most important in our school life, is the annual Church Service, held at Auburn Methodist Church on 11th May. It is to be broadcast over 3LO. T h e choir and school are preparing f o r this.

In second term the Senior House Music Contests are to be a very important function.

They are to be held in the Malvern T o w n Hall on Tuesday night, the 26th of August, in a'd of the New Assembly Hall Fund. This is a new idea and we are most anxious that it should prove a success.

W e would like to appeal f o r some more girls to learn musical instruments; you cannot realise what valuable experience and enjoyment you can obtain f r o m orchestral work, unless you yourself have taken part.

W e wish to thank Miss Flockart and all members of the music staff f o r all that they have done this term.

L.G. and L.A.

Dramatic Notes Acting is an expression of imagination. In the Dramatic Society there is plenty of opportunity f o r this expression, and we all find a great deal of fun.

Acting has become so popular in the School, that, as well as the Senior Dramatic Group, there is a Sub-intermediate G r o u p under Miss Illingworth, a Fourth Form Group under Miss McLeod, and the girls f r o m the threes and lower threes are particularly keen, so we are assured of fine actresses to come.

Although most of us are not histrionically talented, we still enjoy the mimes and plays we attempt each Wednesday afternoon. By acting and speaking individually or in groups, we learn a great deal about stage craft in general under Miss Dwyer's instructive supervision.

W e all wish to thank her very much f o r her helpful criticism, and we look forward to another delightful term of dramatic work.

-J.H.

Shakespeare Day In honour of the great poet, who wai born and died on the 23rd April, the Intermediate, Leaving, Diploma A , and Matriculation girls presented scenes and musical items f r o m some of Shakespeare's plays, the son<*s being a new addition to the programme, and we congratulate all

Scenes from "Hamlet": Prologue, S. Shulman; Hamlet, A. Benjamin; Horatio, K. Pearce; Polonius, M. Walklate; Laertes, S. Shulman; Claudius, L. T o l d ; Gertrude, P. Greenall; Ophelia, G. Geary; player Prologue, M. Gibbs; Player King, M. R u m p f ; Player Queen, K. O l d ; Villain, B. Wilkinson; Marcellus, J. Sinclair; Rosencrantz, P. Donnelly; Guildenstern, D. Alexander; Gentleman, P. Phillipson.

Scenes frcm " A s You Like I t " : Rosalind, K. Burgess; Celia, J. Edwards; Duke Frederick, M. Simmons; Orlando, V . Brewer; Jaques, H . Wallish.

Scenes fr:m " A Midsummer Night's Dream": Oberon, G. Cunningham; Titania, M. T a y l o r ; Fairies, E. McNaughton, H . Dunn, S. Oddie, M. Kyd, A . Steele, M . Wilkins, W . Garrett, J. Lade; Puck, Pat. Davies; Demetrius, A . Kornan; LySander, J. H o r l e y ; Helena, J. Brownrigg; Hermia, J. Livingstone; Theseus, D. H o u g h t o n ; Hippolyta, J. Davies; Philostrate, M. Womersley; Bottom (Pyramus), H . Dodgshun; Flute (Thisbe), J. W i l kinson; Snout ( L i o n ) , B. Harrison; Snug ( W a l l ) , J. Stahl; Starveling ( M o o n s h i n e ) , J. Christie; Quince, D. Schu'tze.

T h e Leaving girls presented several Elizabethan songs: " O mistress mine, where are you r o a m i n g ? " " W h e n that I was and a little tiny b o y . " (From Twelfth " I n Praise of M a y " " I know a bank" " Y e spotted snakes."

Night)

(Morley-Ireland)

(From A Midsummer Night's Dream) —JH

Films in the School During this term, films have been shown as part of class lessons, but in addition, two film evenings were held in Fitchett Hall.

T h e first feature film in technicolour was the life of the musician George Frederick Handel. " T h e Great Mr. H a n d e l " was a sincere and moving tribute to the work of this fine composer, and the closing scenes, portraying the spiritual ideas that formed the basis of " T h e Messiah" were well conceived.

T h e second film was the Laurence Olivier production, " H e n r y V . " It was particularly appreciated by Senior English students, as it showed glimpses backstage in the Globe Theatre, as well as a vivid display of 15th century costume.

—C. ANNE Senior

Stuart

— Mendelssohn

Tompkins.

GRUNDEN, Prefect,

DEIDRE

1952

Vice

MAGAZINE Elizabeth Croydon, Valda

COMMITTEE

Senior

Stuart

FULLER, Prefect,

Tompkins.

Heraud, Louise Gault, Lesley Andrew,

Mary Meyer, Jennifer Harding, Margot Rumpf, Shirley Merry ees, Rachel Lew.

1952

Studios.

15 SILVER A N D At the Nurses' Memorial Fair, and later in the term, films of general interest, including those on the Royal tours of Canada and South Africa, have also been shown.

—S.M.S.

Senior Maths. Club T h e Maths. Club this term has met once a fortnight, and with Miss Kellaway's help we have solved many very interesting puzzles and cryptograms. S o far the attendance has been small, but we are hoping to see more girls next term when Miss Kellaway will speak on the Egyptian calendar.

—J.R.W,

Boarders' Notes T h e holiday hush of the Boarding House was broken o n Monday evening, 11th February, when 146 girls came rushing in to start the new year.

This year we welcomed 58 new girls and also several new mistresses: Miss Jeffrey, Miss King, Miss H o p p e r , Sister Gromann, and later Miss Frazer, who joined us late because of car trouble in Central Australia.

O n the first Saturday afternoon great splashings and shouts could be heard coming f r o m the swimming p o o l as the new girls and old girls both tried to reach the end first. ( I n most cases the old girls were successful as they had had all the previous year to practise.)

Dr. W o o d announced the W i n g Captains, the following Monday morning. They were Jeanette Britten, Marjorie Hocking, Shirley Merrylees and Elaine Milnes.

For a fortnight before 16th February such weird sounds as " A W a k a t i p o o " and " O M i c c y a r o " could be heard every night after tea. From one room we could hear the sounds of a play, f r o m another a dance and f r o m another those all too familiar sounds of the shower room. W h e n the evening of the O l d Girls' Concert came, there was, at least, a varied programme ready, which ended with the immortal Hansel and Gretel.

The Method'st Conference meant much to us this year as Dr. W o o d was installed as President. Several boarders besides those in the choir attended the opening; a number were present at the H o m e Missions Meeting, and all the girls f r o m Intermediate upwards formed the choir, under Monica W o o d ' s able direction, f o r the Overseas Missions Meeting.

During the year, by selling newspaoers and by other means the Boarders keep adding to the Assembly Hall Fund. For the Fair, however, we made a special effort by having a stall. This c o n sisted of all the goods that could be expected to come f r o m the country—fruit, eggs, pullets and sheep (dead, of course). Besides these things we had cakes, sweets and a few fancy goods, all of which proved to be a great success, as is readily seen f r o m the total sum we received—£138.

A f t e r Easter the new girls started practising f o r their concert.

With a committee of six to lead them they preoared an original and enjoyable p r o gramme, which included two very good recitations.

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T h e system of Houses within " H o u s e " was carried on f r o m last year. O n 4th A p r i l , before tea, the House captains were chosen and the House started their activities. During the week there are tennis competitions, and on the Saturday nights each House takes turns in organising dancing in the gym. W e h o p e that later o n there will be opportunity to have other activities.

T h e House team was rather unfortunate in the Lower Middle School Sports in dropping the flag three times, but the Seniors made up f o r that.

T h e Senior House v. School began with what seemed to be a sure win f o r School, but gradually the Boarders picked up, till they were almost equal with School. But in the last lap it was hard to tell who was ahead, and when the resuilt—a dead heat—was announced, the cheers became deafening. T h a t evening the team had the silver c u p in the centre of the table.

A party of Boarders regularly attends the Celebrity Concerts, and also they have had the opportunity of attending several other concerts and p'ays presented outside the School.

The Boarding House has this term been troubled with a mumps epidemic.

T h e hospital has had to be used f o r the first time f o r a number of years and about twelve girls have had the chance of using it.

As the term draws to a close we would like to thank Miss Ball and members of the resident staff f o r all the help they have given us in making this term a success.

—L.G.

Sports Day Despite gloomy skies, all competitors appeared at two o'clock, complete with snowy windsheeters and knife-edge pleats, eagerly confident of a fine and exciting afternoon.

T h e y were certainly not disappointed.

There was quite a g o o d attendance of visitors, well wrapped up, and the terraces were one grey mass of screaming humanity with splashes of red, and a fringe of grey legs o n the wall.

Because of the soft track, no records were broken this year, except in the senior obstacle relay, which was won by Berry.

As usual, the whole afternoon ran smoothly, without confusion or delay, and we congratulate Miss Perkins and sports staff as well as the House and Sports captains f o r the splendid marching and appearance of the competitors. W e are very grateful to Mrs. A . Gawler f o r judging the march past, and to Mrs. A . H . W o o d f o r presenting the'trophies.

W e also thank Mr. Barry Hann, who has kindly made the photos, he took on sports day available to the girls.

Fitchett deserves a mighty slap on the back f o r its well-earned victory, and we congratulate Cato f o r winning the Proficiency Cup. The school was very pleased to welcome so many teams f r o m the other schools, and there was great excitement during the inter-school events. T h e n came the House v. School Relay! Suddenly large patches of red appeared on the terraces, and hoarse

16 shrieks draw!

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the

runners.

The

result

was

a

T o all the teachers and girls who helped to make this day such a success, we " c r o a ^ " our hearty thanks, as we pack away our ribbons, wishing that sports day was not over f o r another year.

Results of the Athletic S p o r t s : — Event 1—Senior Inter-House Flag Relay ("B teams), 75 yds.: 1 Fitchett, 2 Berry, 3 Krome.

Time, 1 min. 25 sees.

Event 2.—Flat Race ( O p e n ) , 100 yards.: 1 J. Edwards ( B ) , 2 J. Salmond ( F ) , 3 R. Dufty (C), T i m e 11.5 sees.

Event g—Flat Race (under 16), 100 yds.: 1 F. Phillips ( F ) , 2 J. Denny ( K ) , 3 J. Hoskin ( F ) .

Time, 12 sees.

Event 5—Flat Race (under 14), 75 yds.: 1 A .

Brown ( K ) , 2 N . Kublen ( C ) , 3 E. Jackson ( K ) . Time, 9.8 sees.

Event 6.—Middle Inter-House Flag Relay ( " B " teams), 75 yds.: 1 Berry, 2 Cato, 3 Fitchett.

Time, 1 min. 27 z sees.

Event 7—Baseball Throwing ( O p e n ) : 1 J. Coleman ( C ) , 2 M. McLean ( B ) , M. Dalton ( K ) .

Distance, 72 yds. 2 ft. 4 ins.

Event 8 — M i d d l e Square Overhead Ball: 1 Berry, 2 Fitchett, 3 Cato. Time, 1 min. 21 sees.

Event 9—Flat Race ( O p e n ) : 75 yds.: 1 J. Salmond ( F ) , 2 J. Edwards ( B ) , 3 P. Brown ( F ) . Time, 9.5 sees.

Event 10—Flat Race (under 16), 75 yds.: 1 F. Phillips ( F ) , 2 J. Hoskin ( F ) , 3 B. Slade ( B ) .

Time, 9.8 sees.

Event 11—Senior Circle Exchange Ball: 1 Cato, 2 Krome, 3 Berry. Time, '1 min. 4 sec.

Event 12—Middle Ball and H o o p Relay: 1 Cato, 2 Krome, 3 Berry. Time, 1 min. 21 sec.

Event 13—Senior Inter-Houfe Flag Relay ( " A " teams), 75 yds.: 1 Krome, 2 Fitchett, 3 Cato.

Time, 1 min. 21.8 sees.

Event 14—Middle Inter-House Flag Relay ( " A " teams), 75 yds.: 1 Berry, 2 Fitchett, 3 Krom».

Time, 1 min. 24.8 sees.

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Event 15—Senior Over and Under Running Pass Ball: 1 Fitchett, 2 Cato, 3 Krome.

Time, 2 min. 21.5 sees.

Event 16—-Middle Cross Ball: 1 Fitchett, 2 Krome, 3 Cato. Time, 1 min. 50 sees.

Event 17—Inter-House Diamond Throwing ( O p e n ) : 1 Cato, 2 Berry, 3 Krome, Time, 1 min. 0.5 sec.

Event 18—Middle Exchange and Pass Ball: 1 Fitchett, 2 Cato, 3 Berry. Time, 40.5 sees.

Event 19—Senior Overhead and Z i g - Z a g Bouncing: 1 Berry, 2 Fitchett, 3 Cato. Time, 2 min.

30.5 sees.

Event 20—Little Visitors' Race: 1 (Equal) D. Robinson, R. Kerr, 3 June Silletto.

Event 21—Middle Tunnel and Captain Ball: 1 Fitchett, 2 Krome, 3 Berry. Time, 2 min. 48.5 sees.

Event 22—Senior Spoke-Wheel Shooting Relay: 1 Fitchett, 2 Berry, 3 Krome.

Time, 4 min.

14.5 sees.

Event 23—Middle Catch-the-Train Relay: Krome, 2 Cato. Time, 5 min. 31 sees.

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Event 24—Senior Obstacle Relay: 1 Berry, 2 Fitchett, 3 Krome. Time, 1 min. '15 sees, (record).

Event 25—March Past of Competitors: 1 Cato, 2 Berry, 3 Fitchett.

Event 26—Senior Inter-School Flag Relay, 75 yds.: 1 Korowa, 2 M.C.E.G.G.S., 3 M.L.C. Hawthorn.

Event

27—Junior

Inter-School

Flag

Relay,

75

yds.: 1 M.C.E.G.G.S., 2 Korowa, 3 M.L.C. Hawthorn Time, 1 min. 20.4 sees.

Event 28—Inter-School D i a m o n d Throwing: 1 M.C.E.G.G.S., 2 M.L.C. Hawthorn, 3 Tintern.

Time, 59.1 sees.

Event 29—Inter-School Cross Ball: 1 Strathcona, 2 M.L.C. Hawthorn, 3 M.L.C. Elsternwick.

Time, 1 min. 1 sec.

Event 30—House v. School: Equal. Time, 1 min.

20.3 sees.

—J.H.

M.L.C. Parents' Association Neu/s The. first General Meeting of the Association f o r the year was held on the 28th March, in Fitchett Hall, and we were very pleased to see approximately 200 parents present and hear a stirring address by Dr. A . H . W o o d , Principal of the School and President of the Methodist Conference of Victoria and Tasmania.

Mr. W e b b was the first Secretary of the Association when it was inaugurated in 1945. Later he filled the Office of President with distinction and was instrumental in establishing the Empire Bursary Scheme to assist daughters of deceased British Servicemen. In recognition of his splendid services to the Association over such an extended period the Committee have conferred on him Life Memberfhip of the Association.

It being the annual meeting, the election of the new President and Committee was conducted. W e congratulate Mr. Clive H . Lord on being elected as President f o r the ensuing year and look f o r ward to a very successful year under his able leadership.

Life Membership Certificates have also been awarded to Mrs. F. W . Stahl, Mrs. F. Rush and Mrs. W . G. Bamford f o r their work in connection with the Empire Bursary Scheme.

It is with regret that this year sees the retirement of Mr. F. L. B. W e b b f r o m the committee.

For a number of years the Association has sponsored Speech Scholarships at M.L.C., and at our

17 SILVER A N D first Committee Meeting this year we are pleased to report that a further 25 guineas has been set aside to ensure a continuance of these Scholarships.

W e would like to remind parents of the opportunity provided at the General Meetings f o r them to meet members of staff and discuss any problems concerning their children. This arrangement has been most popular and is instrumental in fostering a better understanding between staff, parents and children.

T h e committee would like, to take the o p p o r tunity of expressing thanks to all who assisted the Parents' Association effort in connection with the recent Fair. T h e Association was responsible f o r supplying refreshments, the plant stall, and also the amusements. The staffing and provisioning of these entailed a tremendous amount of time and energy by members of the Committee.

However, the ready willingness of all who assisted made these tasks much easier and we are proud of the results achieved by the co-operation of all concerned. Whilst on the subject of the Fair, c o n gratulations to the Honorary Organiser, Mrs. L S. Chambers f o r the remarkable success of the Fair, which resulted in a cheque f o r £8,200 being handed over to the Assembly Hall Appeal.

In order to say "thank-you" to all the fathers who assisted the Parents' Association efforts at the Fair, a smoke social was held in the gymnasium on the 29th April and despite a very cold night a large number of the fathers turned out.

Eddie Balmer, of 3 K Z , one of the fathers, acted as compere, and in his own inimitable style kept the gathering in g o o d spirits. W e were also very fortunate in having Peter Leonard as entertainer, and his efforts were very much aporeciated by all.

Altogether, a very happy atmosphere pervaded the gym., and with supper to conclude, the fathers went home feeling it had been well worth while.

Athletic

GREEN

T h e committee has arranged a social evening and dance to be held in the Malvern T o w n Hall (Supper R o o m ) on Wednesday, 2nd July.

This is an opportunity f o r members to get together in a more friendly atmosphere, and we h o p e ail members will keep that night free and j o i n in and make this a really successful function. Tickets are 4 / 6 each and will be available at the next parents' meeting on the 13th June.

W e are anxious that our membership this year should be a record. Already a large number of parents have enrolled, and if you have n o t yet done so would you kindly forward your subscription ( 2 / - per parent) withou,t delay, to the H o n .

Treasurer, Mr. C. Stuart Tompkins, at 17 A c h eron Avenue, Camberwell, or through the Book Room at the school.

The new committee is already considering innovat'ons f o r this year, including supper at the conclusion of the general meeting, and more about these will be notified to parents in the near future.

In the meantime, please take special note of the following dates and endeavour to keep these nights free: Friday, 13th June, 1952.—Second Term Meeting.

T o be addressed by Miss M. Betts, M . A . , who will give her impressions of a recent trip to South A f r i c a and the Continent of Europe.

Wednesday, 2nd July, 1952.—Social and Dance in Malvern T o w n Hall (Supper R o o m ) .

Friday, 26th September, 1952.—Third Term Meeting. Speaker to be arranged.

T h e term meetings are held in Fitchett Hall at 8 p.m. and we extend to all parents a cordial invitation to be present with us at these meetings.

Members of staff are in attendance at 7.30 p.m. f o r interviews and discussion concerning your child's problems, and again at the conclusion of the meeting when, as previously mentioned, it is proposed to serve a cup of tea and biscuits.

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Fair Contributions T h e M.L.C. Nurses' Memorial Fair All the months of preparation for the "Fair rf Fairs" reached their climax during the week preceding 14th and 15 th March. Mrs. Chambers, the organiser, worked the hardest of all, and she was ably assisted by many parents, and members of staff.

For the whole of third term yast year, the girls brought contributions to stock the various stalls, and by the time of the Fair, the store-rooms, and the Appeals Office were almost over-flowing with cakes of soap, combs, and many other things suitable f o r sale, including numerous "white elephants."

There were many stalls, each group of forms having the responsibility of one stall. T h e Matriculation girls had the grocery stall, Leaving girls had the fancy goods, and Diploma were in charge of the baby wear. Besides these, there were the "white elephants," the children's wear, the Boarders' stall, the latter distinguished by its brilliant red decorations. Junior School also had a large stall.

These stalls were all well stocked, yet all were so'd out by the end of the second day.

As well as the stalls, there were many side-shows, among these were the merry-go-round, which did a roaring trade all the time, as did also the children's theatre, which presented plays suitable f o r children. T h e O l d Collegians were responsible f o r these, and proved very popular. T h e Music Hail was packed f o r all performances.

In the evenings there was the Science Exhibition, held in the New Science Block, where there were fortunetelling. medieval surgery, and many other weird and wonderful exhibitions, of the skill and daring of our science students. In the evenings, square dancing was held in the Junior School—this also proved to be very popular. Other side-shows, the pony-rides, Aunt Sallies, miniature golf, and the post office, were all well patronised. In the gym. there was a display of mechanical devices, the outstanding one of which was a model 'plane, all lit up, so that it was possible to see the passengers, hostess and pilots inside.

In the pool, on Saturday afternoon, there was a demonstration of spear-fishing, which proved a great attraction. Also in the afternoons were held mannequin parades, the models being pupils of the school.

The lighting was very effective, with colour-red fairy lights and spotlights placed at strategic positions around the school grounds.

The broadcasting system was a great aid to the smooth-running of the Fair.

Appeals f o r lost friends and parents were the most frequent messages put over the "mike," and were usually successful.

T h e School owes all the success of the Fair to the indefatigable work of the organiser, Mrs.

Chambers, and to the many parents and friends of the School, and the raising of the grand total —£8,200—was due to the full co-operation of all concerned.

—S.M.

O u r Fair W e all spent six months in preparing.

Preparing ourselves f o r the Fair, A n d at last when the great days came, W e could hardly believe they were there.

Assembly was first in the morning, T h e n the people began to arrive, Some came by the tram, or were walking, A n d others prefering to drive.

O n Friday we spent our time buying T h e things that were too g o o d to miss, Our savings were fast disappearing A t "that" stall and then back to "this."

The morrow we spent our time helping Our mothers on various stalls, W h e n hark! 'tis the Scotch band approaching, Pipes echoing back f r o m the walls.

W e saw many g o o d things on both days, T o do, and to ride, and to eat.

A n d we spent such a long time " a - d o i n g " It's strange that we hadn't sore feet.

T h e Fair is all over and done with, The money all counted and banked.

In speeches made with a flourish T h e helpers were all praised and thanked.

Hurrah! f o r the bright autumn weather, Three cheers f o r results far f r o m small.

Let's all cheer loudly together, For the Niirses' Memorial Hall.

—Brenda

Coates, Lower V.b.,

Fitchett.

T h e Science Show at the Fair Comes the evening girls don their lab. coats, hurriedly, and yet more carefully than usual, because they are freshly laundered, and entered the labs. Remembering something at the last minute, they go to flurry the already flurried supervisors who, in their turn attempt to track down "the man about the place."

A whole week had been spent in preparation, but very little seemed to have been done.

Once again, many things were left till the last day. At the last minute something which stubbornly refuses to work must be hidden under the benches.

But everything is well-organised and each room receives final instructions.

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As the evening wears o n the strain wears off, and we actually begin to enjoy ourselves. During ihe evening we meet old friends, and at " D o o r s Shut" each girl has a different story to tell. During the evening two ladies were heard to remark that we should not have such dangerous apparatus as they saw a perfectly harmless stream of water with a deceivin3 appearance nearby; while they were talking, it was noticed that they were edging nearer and nearer to another piece of apparatus, which, if touched, could mean instant death, and which carried a notice to that effect.

But I think that the £100 raised by the Science School on those two evenings is a tribute to the staff and girls who put so much thought and preparation into this show so that it might be a worthy part o f Mrs. Chambers' organisation.

—"Participant," Hon., V l . b .

Mrs. t.

GREEN Chemistry For Junior Forms

T h e Alchemists lived in the g o o d days of yore.

A n d they were the chemists in 1404; In dusty old work-rooms all covered in dirt, They poured out their potions f o r those who were hurt.

They tried very hard through the years to acquire With mercury, sulphur, with salt and with fire, The Elixir of Life, which would keep them alive, A n d make them look twenty at seventy-five.

They also tried hard (or at least, I am told) T o turn the base metals, like lead, into gold.

T h e y never succeeded, however they tried Till hope slowly vanished and soon the craze died.

A n d so if you came to the M.L.C. Fair, Y o u had the great honour of seeing them there.

They came back to life in the science displays, T o boost our appeal o n those red-letter days.

—Judith Wilkinson, V.a, Fitchett, 14 years.

S. Chambers giving the Principal the cheque for £ 8 , 2 0 0 from the Nurses' Memorial Hall Appeal.

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Public Examination Results, 1951 Matriculation—

EXHIBITIONS

Commonwealth Scholarships— Margaret Adeney, Barbara Atkins, Dorothy Cannington, Helen Cornish, Deidre Fuller, Wendy Gardner, Elaine Gibbs, Shirley Gibbs, Helen Griffiths, Maureen Grimshaw, Rosemary Groves, Rae Hawkins, Jill Hilton, Myrna Homes, Gwenda Jacobs, Renee Jarvis, Margaret Lethlean, Pamela Levy, Judith Lugton, Beverley Ma'colm, Kerry Pearce, Suzanne Peverill, Cynthia Shillinglaw, Patricia Tasker, Ruth Trewin, Beverley Webster, Tamara Weyman, Monica W o o d .

Secondary Studentships— Margaret Adeney, Judith Armitage, Iris Arnold, Lesley Barnes, Barbara Crisp, Margaret Gale, W e n d y Gardner, Shirley Gibbs, Barbara Heape, Janet Huntington, Judith Lugton, Julienne Rogers, Beverley Webster, Barbara Williams.

Expression): Literature).

Queen's College Exhibitions— Margaret Adeney, Dorothy Cannington, Margaret Gale, Elaine Gibbs, Shirley Gibbs, Jill Hilton, Renee Jarvis, Margaret Lethlean, Beverley 1 Malcolm, Tamara Weyman, Monica W o o d .

Matriculated (excluding Repeated) 50 Honours (12 firsts, 74 seconds) 86 Passes 196 University Exhibitions (2 Special, '1 G e n eral) 3 Secondary Studentships (Education Dept.)

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General Exhibition— Tamara Weyman.

Special Exhibitions— Rosemary Groves (English Tamara W e y m a n (English

Matriculation Examination Honours Biology— First Class: Patricia Tasker.

Second Class: Elaine Gibbs, Rosemary Groves, Margaret Nash, Elizabeth Tyler.

British History— Second Class: Jill Hilton.

Chemistry— Second Class: Margaret Nash.

English Expression—First Class: Joan Graham, Rosemary Groves.

Second Class: Margaret A n n a n d , Iris Arnold.

Dorothy Cannington, Elaine Cavanagh W e n d y Gardner, Maureen Grimshaw, Renee Jarvis, Beverley Jones, Kerry Pearce, Suzanne Peverill, Noelle Russell, Elizabeth Tyler, Tamara Weyman, Margaret Wilkinson, Monica W o o d .

English Literature— First Class: Tamara Weyman.

Second Class: Margaret Adeney, Iris A r n o l d , Barbara Atkins, W e n d y Gardner, Elaine Gibbs, Rosemary Groves, Jill Hilton, Judith Lugton, Beverley Malcolm, Margaret Nash, Kerry Pearce, Suzanne Peverill, Noelle Russell, Barbara Williams, Monica W o o d .

French—First Class: Tamara Weyman.

Second Class; Margaret Adeney, Barbara Crisp, Elaine Gibbs, Shirley Gibbs, Janet Huntington, Suzanne Peverill, Noelle Russell, Beverley Webster, Monica W o o d .

Geography— Second C a s s : Dorothy John, Ainslie Rowe.

Cannington,

Helen

German— Second Class: Jennifer East, Deidre Fuller.

Greek and Roman History— Second Class: W e n d y Browne, Margaret Gale, Judith Lugton.

Latin— First C'ass: Elaine Gibbs.

Second Class: Margaret Adeney, Margaret Fryer Calculus and Applied Mathematics— First Class: Margaret Lethlean.

General Mathematics— First Class: Margaret Nash.

Second Class: Maureen Grimshaw.

Pure Mathematics— First Class: Barbara Crisp. ' , Second Class: Shirley Gibbs, Margaret Lethlean.

Modern History— First Class: Tamara Weyman.

Second Class: Lesley Barnes, Elaine Cavanagh, Maryaret Gale, Shirley Gibbs, Jill Hilton, Beverley Malcolm, Monica W o o d .

Economics— First Class: Beverley Malcolm.

Second Class: Barbara Atkins, W e n d y Browne, Dorothy Cannington, Helen Cornish, Margaret Fryer.

Physics — S ; c o n d Class: Margaret Lethlean.

Music (Practical) — Second Class: Nancy McNeill, Suzanne Peverill, Elizabeth Scarlett.

Music (Theoretical) — First Class: Iris Arnold.

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T h e following nine girls were awarded Junior Government Scholarships in the examinations held in November, 1 9 5 1 : — Robin Campbell, Joan Cother, Margaret Hadley, Margaret Hirons, Loloma Linggood, Eril McNaughton, Helen Purves, Margaret Scott, Judith Wilkinson.

GREEN BURSARIES

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Leaving Bursaries were awarded to Cossor Davis, Barbara Wenborn, Jeanne Wilson.

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Glasgow, Helen Harry, Margaret Hatfield, Barbara Hay, Ann Heale, Valerie . .

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Old Collegians' Examination Results, 1951 The School congratulates Old Collegians upon June Dawkins (Music): Honours Orchestration their University results; these include the I, Form and Anal. II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth. of following:— Music II, Sight Rdg. I l l , Chief and Sec. Pract.

Study III, Passed Mod. Lang. III. Joan Addinsall (Arts): Passed French II, Eng. B , Mod. H.st.

Lorna Dick (Commerce): Passed Accntcy. I, Com. Law I. Marjorie Atkinson (Music): Honours Counterpoint I, Passed Gen. Mus. Know., Harmony II, Lillian Drummond (Music): Passed Methods of Sight Readg. I. Teaching I. Beverley Ball (Commerce): Honours Econ. Hist.

I, Stat. Method, Passed Accountancy lib.

Lillian Duncan (Science): Passed Pure Maths.

I, Zoology I.

Nancy Batt (Arts): Passed Eng. B., Psychol. I.

Lorraine Evans (Arts): Honours Brit. Hist., Passed French Ia, Eng. Lang, and Lit. I, Philosophy I.

Louise Baxter (Arts) : Honours Eng. Lang, and Lit. I, Brit. Hist., Passed French la.

Gwenda Beed (Arts): Hons. Psych. III. Dorothy Bell (Dentistry) : Passed Oral Surgery, Dent, and Oral Pathol., Cons. Dent. Surgery II, Dent. Prosth. IV, Exodontia and Anaes., Clinical Orthodontia, Dentl. Prothesis III.

Betty Evans (B.Ed.): Honours Hist, of Princ. of Educn., Methods of Teaching, Pract. Teaching, Comparative Educn., Passed Organisation of Educn, Educn. Psychology.

Margaret Bell (Science): Passed Chem. Ia, Gen. Maths., Phys. I.

Rosemary Falconer (Music): Hons. Orchestration II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth. I l l , Passed Sight Rdg. I l l , Harmony V, Counterpoint, Canon and Fulgue.

Pame'a Bowles (Science): Passed Botany Chem. Ia, Physics I, Zoology I.

Shirley Gawith (Arts): Honours French I, German I, Passed Brit. Hist.

I,

Joan Boyle (Music): Honours Hist. Lit. and Aesth. I, Sight Rdg. II, Ear Trng., Passed Chief and Sec. Prac. Study, Form and Analysis, Harmony III, Counterpoint II. Ailsa Brownlee (Arts): Passed French I, Mod. English, Brit. History.

Norma Buckman ( B E d . ) : Passed Hist, and Princ. of Educn., Organisation of Educn., Educn. Psychol., Methods of Teaching, Comparative Educn.

Gwendy Chitty (Medicine): Passed Mat. Med. Barbara Clarke (Science): Honours Microbiol., Passed Biochem. I l l , Graduated B.Sc. Marjory Coates (Law): Honours Econs. A, Passed Brit. Hist., Intro, to Legal Method, Polit.

Sic. A. Ann Cockburn (Commerce): Passed Econ. Hist.

I, Econs. B, Stat. Method, Econ. Geog. II. Dione Cohen (Architecture): Passed Design II, Trades Instruction II, Measured Drwg., Theory of Arch. II. Hist, of Arch. II, B'dg. Construction II, Surveying, Physics.

Unity Cole (Arts): Honours French I, Russian I, Philosophy I, Psychol. I. Verna Cook (Commerce): Honours Econs. B, Passed Accntcy. Ia, Econ. Geog. I. Marilyn Croydon (Arts) : Honours Eng. Lit. II, Gen. Hist. I, Passed Philosophy I Graduated B.A. Jocelyne Cullen (Art;): Passed Pol. Phil.

Lesley Curnow (Arts): sophy I.

Passed Eng. A, Philo-

Shirley Gilliam tory.

(Arts): Passed American His-

Va .•erie Gillies (Music): Honours Orchestrat on I, Form and Anal. II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth. II. Passed Ear Trng., Chief and Sec. Prac. Study II. Rhoda Grice (Dip. Social Work II.

of

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Passed

Beryl Hartman (Science): Passed Botany Chem. Ia, Physics I, Zoology I.

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Janette Hassall (Arts): Passed French II, Eng B., Pol. Sci. B, Pol. Phil.

Ervyn Hayes (Arts): Honours Brit. Hist., Ancient Hist., Passed Eng. A. Merele Hayes (Arts): sophy I, Zoo'ogy I.

Passed Eng. B., Philo-

Dorothy Haynes (Music): Honours Form and Anal., Hist. Lit. and Aesth. II, Counterpoint and Fugue, Chief and Sec. Prac. Study III, Passed Orchestration I, Sight Rdg. III. Helen Heath (Commerce): Passed Econ. Geog.

I, Econs. A. Pamela Hendy (Arts): Passed French Ia, Ene A, Brit. Hist., Philos. I. Jill Hickling (Journalism): Passed Eng. B. Delia Hilton (Arts): Passed Pol. Phil.

Marjorie Hodge (Arts): Honours Psych.

Passed French I, Brit. Hist., Pure Maths. I.

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Gwen Hotton (Ag. Science): Passed Livestock Diseases, Agric. I, Agric. Entomology, Wool Classing, Field Botany, Ag. Surveying.

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Stephanie Howell (Commerce) : Passed Accntcy.

I, Com. Law I, Econ. Geog. I, Econs. A.

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Margaret Sheer (Science): Passed Physics Chem. II, Element. Microbiology.

Shirley Inglis (Arts) : Honours Eng. Lang, and Lit. I, Passed Brit. Hist.

Ann Springer (Arts).

Bronwyn James (Commerce): Honours Econ., Geog. I, Passed Accntcy. I, Econs. A.

Joan Steminger

Lynette Judkins (Commerce): Passed Econs. A, Psychol. I. Margaret Kendrick (B.Ed.): Honours Hist, of Princ. of Educn., Methods of Teaching. Pract.

Teaching, Comparative Educn., Passed Organisation of Educn.

Alison Lemmon (Arts): Passed Eng. C., Aust.

Hist., Zoology I. Susie Lipton (Arts) : Honours Eng. Lang, and Lit. I, Brit. Hist., Passed German Rdg., Philosophy I. Laurel Lockwood Sh'rley Long Hist., Philos. I.

(Music).

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Passed French I, Brit

Beverley Lord (Arts and Soc. Studies): Soc. Work II, Soc. Hist., Passed Psychol.

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Margaret McCutcheon (Arts and Soc. Studies) : Passed Social Biol.

Elizabeth McMeekin Marjorie Robinson Passed Ethics.

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Violet Maxwell (Medicine): Passed Mat. Med. Shirley Michael (Architecture) : Hon. Theory of Arch. II, Passed Design II, Trades Instruc. II, Measured Drwg., Surveying, Physics.

Yvonne Mullins Marilyn Philos. I.

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la.

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Passed Aust Hist

Anita Nielson (Arts).: Passed French la, Hist of Phil.

Rosemary Orr (Arts): Passed Eng. C., Aust Hist., Hist, of Phil. Graduated B.A. Margaret Pinkerton (Science): Passed Botany I, Chem. la, Physics I, Zoology I. Ruth Price (Music): Honours Orchestration I, Form and Anal. II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth. II, Sight Rdg. III. Accompanying I, Inst. Ensemble I, Chief Prac. Study A. Marilyn Riley (Science) : Honours Physics III, Passed Theoret. Physics. Graduated B.Sc. Roma Saunders (Music): Honours Hist. Lit. and Aesth. of Music III, Passed Orchestration II, Harmony V, Counterpoint, Canon and Fugue.

Glen Saleeba (Arts) : Passed Eng. C, Aust. Hist , Pol. Phil. Graduated B.A. Ailsa Sefton (Arts): Passed Russian I. Helene Shaw

(Law).

I,

Gwen Stahl (Commerce).

(Arts):

Passed Ethics.

Joy Storie (Arts): Passed French la, Eng. A, Philos. I. Wendy Straw (Ag. Science): Honours Ag. I, Passed Agric. II, Agric. Chem., Agric. Botany I, Physiol and Biochem., Agric. Entomology, Livestock Diseases, Ag. Zoology, Ag. Entomology, Wool Classing, Field Botany, Ag. Surveying.

Winifred Teo (Arts and Soc. Studies) : Passed Social Work II. Phyllis Todner (Music): Honours Orchestration I, Form and Anal. II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth. II, Harmony IV, Chief and Sec. Prac. Study III, Sight Reading III, Passed Counterpoint and Fugue, Judith Tredinnick (Dentistry): Passed Oral Surgery. Dent. Oral Pathology, Conserv. Dent.

Surg. II, Dental Prorheses IV, Exodontia and Anaes., Clinical Orthodontia.

Valda Vau<rhan (Music) : Honours Orchestration I, Form and Anal. II, Hist. Lit. and Aesth.

II, Harmony IV, Chief and Sec. Prac. Study III, Counterpoint and Fugue, Passed Sight Reading III, Dawn Vickery (Music): Honours Hist. Lit. and Aesth. of Music I, Harmony III, Counterpoint II, Ear Training, Chief and Sec. Prac. Study II, Form and Anal. I, Sight Rdg. II. Clare Walker (Science): Passed Physics II. Marjorie Wall (Science) : Passed Physics II. Toan Walter (Law): Parsed Brit. Hist., Intro, to Legal Method, Mod. English, Polit. Sci. A. Ann Warin (Arts) : Passed Eng. Lang, and Lit. I, French la, Brit. Hist., Philos. I. Joan WilPs (Ar f s): Honours French II, French Lang, and Lit, I, Passed Pure Maths. II. Joan Withers" (Arts): man III.

Passed French II, Ger-

Elizabeth Wood (Arts): Aust. Hist., Psychol. I.

Passed Fine Arts B,

Jocelyn Wortley (Science): Honours Phys. II, Passed Appld. Maths., Pure Maths. II. Enid Yen (Arts): History, Philos. I. Mary Zalcman Chem. Ib, Biol.

Passed

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Physics,

Shahna Zettl (Arts): Passed French II, Mod. History.

The following girls have now begun University courses:— Margaret Adeney, Iris Arnold, Barbara Atkins, Les'ey Barnes, Barbara Crisp, Nancy Ellis, Wendy

35 SILVER A N D Gardner, Elaine Gibbs, Shirley Gibbs, Betty Hancock, Jill Hilton, Janet Huntington, Gwenda Jacobs, Beverley Malcolm, Suzanne Peverill, Beverley Webster, Tamara Weyman, Monica Wood (Arts); Dorothy Cannington, Maureen Grimshaw, Cynthia Tasker (Commerce); Rosemary Groves (Law); Margaret Lethlean (Medicine); Janet Barrow (Physical Education); Elizabeth Fullwood, Bernice Thompson (Physiotherapy).

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worthy, Anne Gray, Helen Griffiths, Margaret McCord, Dawn Northcott, Susan Pincus, Alison Rush (Kindergarten Training College) ; Margaret Adeney, Judith Armitage, Iris Arnold, Margaret Bamford, Les'ey Barnes, Janet Brewster, Barbara Crisp, Helen Daws, Nancy Ellis, Margaret Gale, Wendy Gardner, Shirley Gibbs, Betty Hancock, Barbara Hatfield, Barbara Heape, Elaine Helmer, Valerie Hogg, Myrna Homes, Janet Huntington, Helen John, Beverley Jones, Dorothy Kay, Merle Lestrange, Mary Mackenzie, Helen Menzies, Julienne Rogers, Patricia Sedgley, Pear' Shue, Beverley Webster, Barbara Williams (Education Department).

Old Collegians who have begun teaching or training for teaching include:— Bae Gillespie, Margaret Renkin, Ruth Trew'n (Mercer House); Bettine Dusting, Beth Golds-

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Original Contributions S E N I O R T h e Pilgrims Place: A deserted road.

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Leader of 1st G r o u p : I know your feet are aching: so are mine.

In know your backs are breaking: mine is too.

A n d yet I think that still I have the right 2nd G r o u p : If you are in the right!

1st Leader:

T o speak to you.

(Noisf of distant thunder)

Leader of 2nd G r o u p : Let us go back!

1st G r o u p : T o your cities of sleet?

Back to them, then, unrepentant feet.

1st Leader: N o , I will speak to them.

Come, let me speak.

( T h e Pilgrims shuffle toward him, muttering) 1st Leader: My friends, you have often seen me, and indulgently smiled at my weakness, Pottering about my garden with a trowel, on Saturday mornings: Feeling the earth with my fingers, and tossing dead snails to a bucket; H u m m i n g and singing a little while my back grew stiff with its bending.

1st Pilgrim: W e have seen.

2nd Pi'grim: 3rd Pilgrim:

W e have marked.

A n d we wonder.

S E C T I O N 1st Leader: W h y I have left it?

2nd G r o u p : That, and more.

1st Leader: W h y I have chosen this road?

My friends— 2nd G r o u p : Aye, that's the crux of it! W h y the pain, A n d the hurt to our hearts, and the degradation 1st G r o u p : G o d will come only through humiliation!

(Noise of thunder near at hand) 2nd G r o u p : W h y did you take us away f r o m our cities?

W e could forgive you f o r all but that.

1st Leader: From the smell of the grass in suburban gardens— 1st Pilgrim: T h e front lawn that should have been cut— 2nd Pilgrim: T h e dry, peeling fence that should have been painted.

Voice at rear of crowd: A n d the grocer's bill should have been paid . . .

1st Leader: Be silent, friends. Dear children of our faith.

Y o u know not, and you do not understand.

Look at th's road: how hard and cold it is.

See how the rain has pocked its sheet of dust, A n d how the wind has scored deep drifts in it.

A n d yet it lies secure on the good earth, A n d stretches strong above a multitude C f hunted little lives, protecting them.

It serves its end through pain, as we serve ours.

2nd Leader: A n d what's our end?

1st Leader:

T o reach the Lord our God.

37 S I L V E R 2nd Group, on a sigh: Ah! (Silence.)

2nd Group: Give us the rain and the smoke in the street, A n d the regular trot of the little boys' feet, Clutching hot fishcakes in grubby young hands.

Great is your view of the sea and the sky, Ours is more simp'e—but who can deny That the bread we eat is strong and sweet, T h e crisp clean smell of a cold white sheet.

A n d a little boy's laugh, and the rain in the street?

2nd Leader: O bring the gardens at the feet of G o d to earth again!

1st Leader: N o ? X would bu : ld a dwelling f o r my G o d T h e stones of which should be the pain of men; Unanswered prayer to be the soul of it, A n d suffering the very cornerstone. ( T h e Pilgrims draw away f r o m him. Rain begins to fall. Enter a group of women singing) Women: Mute is the dancing-doll, limp lies the clown, A n d the music is seeping away.

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A n Open-air Chapel Have y o n ever been in an open-air chapel?

O n Easter Sunday, my family and I went to Gilwell Park, where my brother was camping with the Scouts at their Easter Camp.

W e were told about their chapel, so went to have a look at it. It is set amongst gums and willow trees—in true bushland.

There is a short avenue to the entrance of the actual "chapel." Inside, there is a central aisle with seats on either side, and an altar at the front.

There is a plague at the base of the altar, in memory of a Victorian Scouter.

Behind the altar is a graveyard—a very sacred place to all Scouts—where the ashes of some of past Scouts in this world-wide brotherhood are scattered.

In the Chapel there is an atmosphere of real reverence, such as is felt in churches.

I think that the making of this place to worship their Creator, in the open air, where the activities of Scouts are centred, is a beautiful way of expressing the first, and most important part of a Scout's promise— " I promise on my honour that I will do my best to do my duty to God . . . . " —Barbara Paton, Pass, VI.c.,

Cato.

Aboriginal Theme In the beginning H e made the sun.

H e made wild, sandy stretches to run, A n d H e made the stars and the moon, A n d many a shimmering lagoon.

Then He made the people and animals all.

And each received his own land— To them He gave the brown land,

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The land with burning deserts and forests tall; Blue pools of light, Cool places of delight; Arid red rocks, Thunder that shocks The trembling earth and the shivering sky, Calms down and becomes a whispering sigh.

The golden snake twisting without a sound, Where nearby the soft, grey animals bound, The small, furry ones sit on the trees, In the glaring light, always at ease.

The man is there, with a spear The sun is like a sensual touch on his naked, ebony body, He does not know if he dreams or lives, but he is deliriously happy.

—R.L., Hon., Vl.b.

A Car Journey in India A journey by car in India can be very tiring and exasperating, but also field of interest and fascination.

The tiresomeness come from the steady glare of the sun and frequent roughness of the roads; the exasperation results from the slowness of objects to move from your way; but the interest is in the fact that most parts .of India never give you that feeling of abso'ute desertion that in Australia is so common. Here there are people all around, working in the fields, selling goods by the wayside or merely ambling along the road.

The roads are nearly always lined with trees which vary according to the different districts. In the far south ta'l coconut palms flank the sides and all around you can see the rich green of the rice fields. The colour contrasts formed here are really a feast for the eyes—The purples, reds, and yellows of the women's saris dotted among the fields, the background of the rich blue sky and the little clumps of houses and trees scattered in various parts of the neighbouring fields.

One of the most interesting sights is to see the method of drawing water from the wells which are in the fields themselves so as to give easy supply. Sometimes bullocks are used, but when you see the other method it almost makes you want to do it yourself. To an upright pole above the well is attached another movable pole, and the water is brought up by the following see-saw arrangements.

Three men stand on the movable pole, walking between the middle and one end, in order to alternatively let down or draw up the water bag at the other end. A fourth man sits just at the top of the well in order to tip the water out of the bag when it comes to the top. So these fair men spend their day; while the three walk up and down a pole in mid air, the fourth sits and empties a bag.

Animals along the road are a great source of irritation. Bullock carts wander to any parts of the road regardless of traffic and it is not hard to see who are the masters. Miserable-looking goats are almost as common as these and are just as bad

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if not worse. They are driven across the road in huge herds and at the sound of a horn scatter in completely the wrong direction.

Monkeys and pigs also seem to have the same lack of road sense, but amazingly enough none of these animals die by accidents, except in extraordinary circumstances.

All the village folk and workers along the road are very friendly, but intensely curious.

When your car stops they seem to gather from nowhere just f o r the purpose of staring at every article of your belongings and every personal feature. Children will a'ways wave at you and shout a greeting, and even in the towns where they are ail more likely to beg, they are still friendly. T h s cheerfulness despite obvious difficulty in many cases is very encouraging and you come home f r o m your car trip, tired, but thinHnrg what a beautiful and wonderful land India is.

—Louise Gault, H o n . , V l . a , Fitchett, 16 years.

Y e O o l d Assembly Halle (With apologies to Chaucer) W h a n that autumn with her Zephirus, W h i c h maketh all to cry in voice piteous, The wights that enter Halle clep'd Fitchett Are wrapped in thikkS cloth, but are biset(te) By wintry chills wliich. spare none at alle A n d master, mistress and scholers withalle Longen f o r that whanne we namo Will sit in halle oold but in the newe But til that grettest day—we hope s o o n — W e pacient freez(e) each in her grey gipoun, So with this thought I beg you ope your hand, A n d putte more towards our building fond.

—Pat. Donnelly, H o n . , V l . a .

A T o u r Round the Suburbs Amuse yourself in the long week-end by filling in the spaces of this story with the names of the suburbs below: Box Hill Kooyong Gardiner Sunshine Kew Spotswood Fishermen's Bend Ivanhoe Windsor Watsonia Nunawading

Fairfield Barker Graham Tottenham Forest Hill Dennis Newport Doncaster Moreland Auburn Thornbury

Bell Black Rock Merri Darling Seddon Hawthorn Macleod Newmarket Edithvale Brighton

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For lunch, a (20) was made at the market, and Ivan and the Chinaman joined this.

They were served by (21) , a young (22) with (23) hair.

As there was nothing to (24) everyone was forced to stand. (') and Ivan went f o r a walk after lunch, and soon came across a (25) There were a few people swimming, although, as Ivan said ( 2 6 ) (1) . ' . w a s so surprised to see his niece amongst them that he called out, " ( 2 7 ) ?"

T h e lunch hour being finished, Ivan returned to the field, and suddenly (28) This he piled near the ( 2 9 ) , and he hoped there would be no (30) gales to spoil it.

T h e day was now drawing to a close, and Ivan was thinking over the events of the day, and (31) up. H e decided the work had been worth the sacrifice of his date with (32) —Janet Miller, Pass, V I . c , Cato, 15 years.

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T h e Search A child is searching in the garden, Tracing the paths by the flowers tall, Straining the branches where berries harden.

Peering with hope by the well-known wall: Parting the leaves through the bamboo's pattern, Brushing hibiscus, scarlet and cream.

T h e day is hot in the afternoon, A n d hushed is the garden of mortal sound.

H o w brilliant the colour of creeper and tree, H o w hot the smell of the dusty ground' T h e river is flowing, smoothly, silently, Flowing so heedlessly on to the sea, Bearing as life does, its traffic so carelessly, Never to paiise but by God's own decree.

—Kathleen Burgess, Diploma A , Fitchett.

Shierat Hallel In the synagogue it was the cantor's responsibility to lead the choir and congregation in singing the prayers and psalms. H e knew as he sang from his heart, that many of the congregation were not sincere, and he put into his voice that little extra, in an unconscious effort to shield f r o m G o d their impropriety.

For years his life had been mainly concerned with his duties in the cold, but impressive-looking house of prayer. T o escape f r o m the atmosphere c f pseudo-sincerity he felt there, he had built all his fondest dreams about his little daughter.

W h e n she fell ill and died because he could not afford to pay f o r her operation, the most gentle part of her father's nature died with her.

With an aching heart the cantor had asked a loan f r o m the wealthy president of the congregation to save

39 S I L V E R his daughter, but he would not lend him the money for he could not appreciate the blessing the cantor had known through his little daughter. His ears could not detect the urgency in his voice and his heart was cold to the pleading in his eyes.

From the day he left the president's office, the cantor was a changed man, and when his little daughter died, he knew he could never again sing in a house of prayer f o r such superficially virtuous people. For weeks he lived in a semi-stupor with one childish thought uppermost in his bruised mmd. H e asked G o d over and over again to make him a bird, that he might make sick children better by singing o n their window-sills.

W h e n he met an old friend in a poor part of the city one day, his memory was suddenly stirred and he felt momentary shame, then in one torrent of released anguish he told him his story.

A n d in that moment the cantor knew where his mistake had lain. Once he had sung in a cold house of prayer, now he would sing in a poor synagogue warmed by the lights of sincerity. Once he had sung f r o m his heart, now he could sing f r o m his soul.

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I was interested to note that some of the shields on the wails were won by the various students for fruit packing and other rural activities. It seemed a nice change f r o m sports competitions.

This school at Redhill was designed to give the greatest amount of space and light. Most of the classrooms are six-sided with windows in every possible place even between the class-rooms and passages.

The buildings are broken up into units, each being quite complete, with its own cloak-rooms, locker space and equipment.

This also cuts off the noise f r o m other classes. T h e colour scheme throughout is cream and green.

From every window there is a lovely view of the Australian countryside.

The school, as the name suggests, is built on top of a hill. As the school is so far away from anything except isolated farms, flats and maisonettes are provided f o r some of the teachers.

Children come f r o m as far as fifteen miles away, by bus. but the advantages such a school must have over small, poorly-equipped ones, would make it worth while.

—Christine Holden, Pass, V l . d , Cato.

—Shirley Shulman, H o n . , VI.b, Fitchett.

Winter Meditation Evening in a Camping Park There's the glow of a camp fire down by the shore, A n d the grasses are stirred by a breeze, W h i c h is wafting the sound of a banjo refrain T o our caravan under the trees.

H e sits in the light of a hurricane lamp H u n g above on the branch of a tree; A n d the music he draws f r o m the old mellow strings, Mingles well with the murmuring sea.

T h e night birds are calling far back in the bush— A mournful and solemn " m o - p o k e " — But their call is remote f r o m the glow of the fire, A n d the songs, and the smell of wood smoke.

Weird, flickering shadows dance on the tent wall, Moths silently flit round the lamp.

A n d the last chord is played as the last flame dies out, A n d darkness creeps into the camp.

-—Bernice Carter, H o n . , V I . b , Fitchett, 15 years.

Excursion to Redhill Last week I went f o r a very interesting excursion to Redhill, one of the new Consolidated State Schools. These schools take the place of a group of smaller schools, and scholars are able to have better equipment and buildings than would be possible otherwise.

These schools also serve another purpose. They endeavour to interest the children in employment which is obtainable in the district in which they live and so an attempt is being made to stop the drift to the city.

Winter—with a chilly dawn, and rain clouds overhead, The leafless trees that line the streets forlornly, seeming dead.

T h e cold brown earth, the barren plot, the gutters running h i g h — A n errant sun-ray glancing through to chide the weeping sky.

The workers bound f o r school or town, in raincoats all adrip, T h e children running on their way, yet careful lest they slip.

T h e housewife trudging down the street with baskets to be filled, T h e Postman peddling bravely on—his fingers wet and chilled.

Then—evening, when the fire's lit, and slippers p aced to warm, The family hurrying home escape the anger of the storm.

The cheerful kitchen filled with light, and pleasant f o o d to eat.

T h e n by the fire the curling toes of gently thawing feet.

The radio—a book to read, perhaps a game to play, A friendly chat of current things, the doings of the day.

Then bed—and sleep—and dream ng thoughts a few short weeks will bring Some sunny morn—the thrush's song—first herald of the Spring.

—Valerie Brewer, Diploma A . Cato.

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T h e Cradle of the State A s we drove to Sorrento f o r our Christmas holidays we noticed a signpost: " T o the Early Settlers' Graves." Immediately our interest was aroused and we decided to visit the place.

On doing so, we f o u n d in a small, clear area, surrounded by ti-tree, the graves of five of V i c toria's first settlers. Each grave has a simple stone enc'osure and is headed by a wooden cross.

A notice-board bore the following information.

"Sorrento is justly called the 'cradle of the State,' and has played its part in early Victorian history. A t Sullivan's Bay, Lt. Gov. Collins landed with free settlers and convicts in 1803, to establish a settlement. " J o h n Pascoe Fawkner (aged convict) was one of the party.

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" T h e first child was born in this colony in N o v .

1803, His was the first baptism in Victoria and was conducted by the Rev. Knopwood, who led the first divine service in October, 1803. " T h e first marriage took place between Hannah Harvey, free woman, and Richard Garrett, convict, in November 1803. " J o h n Blinkworth, a settler, was the first shopkeeper. In October, he was given permission to sell wearing apparel.

"William Buckley, a convict (the man') escaped f r o m this very spot.

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" W a t e r f o r the settlement was obtained f r o m casks sunk in the foreihore by Collins' party."

O n another day we visited Point King, noted in the district because here, f o r the first time, the U n i o n Jack was hoisted in the colony, later to become the State of Victoria.

This ceremony took place in 1802.

O n Australia Day of this year, the scene was re-enacted and received publicity in the press and o n the radio.

W e were so interested in what we had learned of our State's early history, that we determined on all future holidays to try to learn more of our first settlers.

—Barbara W e n b o r n , Pass V I . d , 15 years.

Sand T h e sand slips through my fingers Like dust through , an hour glass, Reforming in a shining cone Between the stems of grass W h i c h , waving in the sea wind, Let themselves to tickle Me, till I sweep them aside Like grain before the sickle.

By simply rolling over I glimpse the creaming sea; But tossing froth of curling waves Now has no lure f o r me.

I love to watch the sunlight catch T h e grains of speckled sand, Lighting sparks in the flashing quartz, Slipping through my hand.

GREEN T h e sea wind, whispering in the dunes Gently stirs the grasses T o graceful servile bowing.

T h e sly breeze, as it passes, Spirals the sand in little whirls O f dust; and in my eyes Tears gather as it stings them . . . .

T h e sand drops: the zephyr dies.

—Elizabeth Croydon, Pass, V I . c , Fitchett, 16 years.

T h e Peach Orchard It was a hot day when we drove along the straight, dry, dusty, level road with the irrigation channel running alongside.

T h e flat fields were watered f r o m the channel and green feed grew f o r the stock that grazed there.

A mile away we could see the peach orchard and as we drew near the green trees, with the bright yellow and red fruit crowding on tliem, looked as though they were aflame. Turning f r o m the road we passed along one side of the orchard and approached the cook-house, the f o o d store rocm, and the quarters where the pickers lived.

S c o n we could see them working in the shade of the trees.

T h e grower had expected that his year's hard, but careful work, helped by the wonderful irrigation system, would be lost because no pickers had been available to harvest the peaches. But, only the day before, eighteen men f r o m Poland had arrived, and, in a climate very different f r o m their own, were hard at work.

Each man had a number of cases to fill with ripe peaches and each had a tally card which was marked by the foreman as the full cases were taken on a truck to the grading shed. T h e "New Australians" could not speak English, but understood what they were to do and seemed quite happy.

A t the grading shed a'l the peaches were rolled through a machine which sorted them into sizes and ran them into cases. Here, the owner of the orchard, with very quick eyes and hands picked out any fruit which had the slightest blemish. H o w beautiful the colours of the ripe fruit looked as they rolled along, and our friend, watching and work'ng, told us how the cases of graded peaches were stacked on the platform at the end of the shed which was at the roadside.

Later in the day a motor transport would come through to pick up the cases and deliver them to the cannery just a few miles away.

H e said we should go to the cannery and see the cans being made, see the fruit passing through wonderful machinery—peeling, stoning, sterilising it, and sealing it in tins. W e did as he said, but how can the wonders of the factory compare with the wonders of the orchard, the fresh, cool water around the trees, with the warm sun overhead, and the ripe fruit on the trees?

—Rosalind Johns, Lower V.a, Cato, 13 years.

41 S I L V E R T h e River

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A n arrogant bondsman, but free he was humble — h e rose to his knees, and he prayed.

The slender gums stand guarding This lonely paradise; The weeping willows shed green tears, Then view with glad surprise Their forlorn reflected beauty.

A n d with swift pleasure b.'ush, As the red sun retreats in splendour: Then comes the twilight hush— The river is lost in darkness, The gums are shadows of grey, The birds sleep in the foliage, A n d wait f o r the break of day.

T h e m o o n slips f r o m her bower of A n d shines f r o m up on high; The trees have silver fingers then, That point to the silver sky.

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—Jennifer Harding, H o n . , V l . a , Fitchett, 16 years.

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The silver ribbon, flowing Between the banks of grey, Reflects the cold moon shining Across the Milky Way. A n d so f o r centuries to come Time's river will flow on, Reflecting man's short lives and moods, Here now, to-morrow gone.

—Beryl Wild, V.a, Cato, 14 years.

T h e Fugitive T h e sand was cold and damp with spray thrown up by a wave in a silver fata, A n d the bleak sea-wind bit salt and chill, bearing the birds in the palm of its hand.

T h e paddled headland, tawny grey with tufted grass, Lke astrakhan, Reared like a walj in the gathering dusk as the shadows fell over the land.

T h e fugitive lay on his side in the sand while the grass hissed over his head; His hair was black like the dead seaweed, and clotted with beads of spray; His wet shirt clung like the skin of a whale, soiled with smears of red; His body was limp and his brain was still like, the flagging lustre of day.

But a tortured mind cannot rest or dream: it wakes itself in its fear, Like the cowardly waves tossing to flee f r o m the vibrant heart of the deep; Thus with a cry of dread and distress, the man's body stiffened: he thought he could hear T h e baying of dogs and staccato of voices beat in his brain in the agony of sleep.

With fear in his eyes, he searched the gaunt headland, but night swathed all in darkness and cold; H e saw no light wink there, and nothing was heard save the regular throb of the sea: For the birds had come in f r o m the saffron horizon, when the apse of the sky was shredded with go'd.

H e saw only the clouds like crumpled black satin, and the silver brooch of the moon, and he In a surge of j o y and a pain of praise, forgot his own soul—hunted, betrayed,

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Birthday

Grandfather's birthday was always held dear to our hearts, therefore it was treated next in importance to Christmas and New Year in the calendar.

According to Chinese reckoning, its date varied every year.

Some years ago, it coincided with Christmas Day. As we were staying by the seaside, we had proved f o r ourselves that the tide was at its highest only on this particular day.

This being so, it was held to be a very lucky day.

Strange to say, I always seemed to enjoy the eve of this day more than the special day itself.

This I thought was partly due to my anticipation of happy times, and partly to the great weakness I have always had f o r decorating the house.

However, on that great day, we awoke exceptionally early, and strove to be the first family to greet Grandfather. Besides gifts f r o m the e'ders, the children presented him with two oranges, which gave him much pleasure.

T h e most c o m m o n gifts were eggs, which were either dyed red, or had delicate little diamondshaped patterns cut out of red paper and posted on to their shells, and giarit red candles about four feet high, wrapped in red paper, which signifies longevity.

Buddhists usually received these f o r presents, believing life would not end till the candles were all burnt out.

Another Buddhist gift was the dish of almond-shaped buns, piled one on top of the other.

The touches of red smeared on parts of the buns made them look very interesting. With these gifts were fowls, wine, boxes of spaghetti—this again signifies longevity.

Only half of these gifts were returned with a couple of red birthday cakes.

A red piece of cloth which hung ahove the front gate brightened the atmosphere, and told of the special event as it waved in the breeze. T h e members of the family who arrived early had to wait f o r the others, then, after the arrival of every one Grandfather took his special seat, and one after another of his guests came to kneel before him, to hold his hands, and to wish him many more happy years.

H e acknowledged our respects by blessing us accordingly. Then we arranged ourselves outside the house to have our photos, taken.

By this time, friends began to stream in, and each one of them by tradition, was given a bowl of beef soup cooked with spaghetti and two hardboiled eggs.

There were many after-dinner speeches, which were very lavish in their praises of Grandfather.

There were also two police bands that played sweet music as we dined. The day was fine, but we had shelters erected in case of rain.

Finally, I would hear the car numbers being called out, and the guests departed W e were glad that the day had been a success.

—Betty Tan, Pass, V l . a .

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The Wave A green-blue watering plain.

As far as I can sec, A foam—wrapped, mystic mirrorglass, T h e ocean seems to be.

But rising, rising slowly, A wave-monster rears its head, T h e n merges into nothingness— Flat and still and dead; As heartfelt and as futile As the human sigh, W h i c h swells the breast to breaking-point, A n d throbs there—till it die.

Now onward the sea surges, As if some unknown power Calls so irresistibly From her hidden bower.

Then, swelling, swelling slowly, T h e ocean, rough and wild, Stirred in her depths, gives rise T o the wave, her child.

Its proud head crowned with white, A n d colour pale turquoise, It curves, and breaks, and pounds the sand With a thundering noise.

A n d , gushing forth a frothing arm, Cold, brown rocks to explore, It sweeps with icy coldness o'er, The warm sand on the shore; T h e n silent, sucking, it creeps back T o its ocean home once more.

—Lynette Hall, Pass, V I . c , 15 years.

Apples f r o m Harcourt During the holidays I went on a day-trip to Harcourt, situated twenty miles f r o m Bendigo.

People to-day associate the growing of apples with Harcourt.

In 1858 a Scots family by the name of Lang settled in Australia.

A t first they grazed cattle, but possessing two acres, they were successful in their experiments in fruit-growing.

There are now over three thousand acres cf orchards at Harcourt.

In the early days the Langs supplied the gold-diggers at Bendigo with fruit, Harcourt was two days' journey by a horse and cart.

In the year 1886 a great Indian and Colonial Exhibition was held in London.

Mr. James Lang was asked by the Victorian Horticultural Society to send apples to England f o r the Exhibition. This he did, packing two hundred apples in soft tissue paper and cotton wool, keeping them at a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The app'es arrived in fine condition and were thought g o o d enough to win the Royal Horticultural Silver Medal.

This venture aroused great interest because it was the first time that apples had been exported f r o m Australia to England. T h e Victorian Government then offered a bonus f o r every case of apples sent away.

T h e next shipment sent by Mr. Lang was three times the size of the first.

Tasmania was quick to take up the challenge, and

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T o - d a y , Harcourt has an irrigation service, the water being supplied f r o m the Malmsbury Reservoir.

A co-operative cool-store which, in 1908, was a one-man packing shed, to-day handles over 1,200 cases a day. A few years ago the orchard ists consigned a record of 24,000 bushels of apples to an overseas market—this was the largest quantity ever to leave the district in one day under the same brand.

Now, after placing their fruit in cool store and directing it to its destination, the orchardists have only to wait f o r their cheques!

This story is of interest to M.L.C. because Mr. James Lang's two daughters were at the school f r o m 1897-1900.

His grand-daughters also attended the College, and at present his great-granddaughters are pupils.

—Pat. Gel.'ie, V.b, Cato, 15 years.

Desperation In all my time at M.L.C., I've tried—yes! twice a year, T o get one single entry in This little paper here.

Both sport and politics I've tried, Wars and romance as well.

Just what it is I have not tried I really cannot tell.

W h e n at last my entry's in I wait, expectantly T o see if th's time, just by chance There's an entry in by me.

Twice a year f o r five long years I've had my work rejected, A n d so I ask (just f o r a change!)

That I be not dejected. t lit. ^ . '-i; A n d so dear Editors, I ask, I beg and I declare, T o open up your magazine A n d see T H I S printed there.

-—Valerie Brewer, Diploma A , Cato.

O u r Grocer A m o n g the shelves of jars and tins, With eyes that sparkle, bright as pins, A n d hair that's black, as black as coal, Cur grocer stands—the kind old soul.

His shop is like a country store, But you get service there—and more; His smiling face beams out at you, Between the posters red and blue, With gay designs to advertise Someone's soap, or someone's pies.

43 SILVER His Persian cat sits on the eggs, Or o n a box of plastic pegs, Keeping a watch on all about While kittens small run in and out.

Stray dogs find shelter in his home, A biscuit, or a juicy bone; Until he finds them some kind owner, W h o wants a doggy, black or roan.

A customer who wants a pound O f tea, may go off with a hound!

If you but knew him, you'd agree, There's no one quite like O. Hanley!

—Lesley Andrew, Pass, V I . c , Berry, 15 years.

A Physics Dream I threw down my pencil in despair.

Physics problems would surely be the death of me. H o w could Isaac Newton have been so inconsiderate f o r the poor, hard-worked slaves of science today? I folded my arms and dropped my head.

Suddenly I heard a shout, " Y o u have no capacity f o r doing w o r k ! " and looking round, I saw my enemy, Kinetic Energy, wriggling out of my text-book. However, his voice was soon drowned by another which droned on about some principle di-covered by Archimedes. It appeared that Archimedes was in the habit of getting inspiration by jumping out of his bath and running down the street naked.

My attention was diverted by a touch on my shoulder, and I turned to see a calorie staring at me. "Calories are fattening," it informed me.

M I D D L E Morning T h e morning was misty; A n d over the town, A mantle of silver Gently hung down; The darkness, it lingered A m i d the grey mist; Till the first rays of sunlight, T h e dark shadows kissed; T h e mist slowly lifted, A n d shadows unrolled, T o reveal the grey city All tinted with gold.

Evening Homeward winging in the twilight; Sun's last golden dying glow, Giving way to velvet half-light— See, the grey-wings swiftly go.

Sliding gently through the gloaming, Pigeons, swerving f r o m the sky, Soaring homewards f r o m their roaming— Through the twilight grey-wings fly.

—Margaret Walters, Lower, V.e, 13 years.

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" O h ! H o w many calories are there in bread, t h e n ? " I asked immediately, thinking of the School Ball.

But before it could reply there came out of my book a very satisfied pile-driver problem, and after it a long stream of logarithms and Greek signs. " W h e r e are they g o i n g ? " I asked the calorie. " O h , they are off to the Velocity Club to celebrate the conclusion of an awful experiment; will you come t o o ? " T o which I made no reply, f o r my feet were freezing and my hand pressing against something hard. What o n earth was it? W h y , it was that hateful physics look with all those terrible problems still unsolved.

- " H e a d - R e d , " H o n . , V l . b , Krome.

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The Editors and Committee of your Magazine would like to extend their thanks to the anonymous donors who made a most welcome "contribution" to the magazine. This "contribution" was greatly appreciated, and helped us to enjoy our final meeting, which took place on a very cold, damp evening. T h e mist was closing in, and we were all cold, and sniffing dismally as we checked and re-checked the other contributions.

O n e of our members made an excursion to a certain shop nearby, and returned laden with cheering fare.

So the donors may rest assured that their "contribution" was used in the best way possible.

S E C T I O N Autobiography of an Umbrella I was bouight by a very fat lady called Mrs. Dumpy, and taken to her home in London.

I can't remember much of what haippened, but about two weeks later, I had the feeling that I was flying, although I was packed tightly in a case. It was many days before this feeling went.

O n e day I was taken out of this case marked "Australia," and f o u n d myself being carried out of a strange winged creature, into pouring rain.

I had arrived at a place called Melbourne.

One very wet winter's evening, I was taken f r o m my stand. T h e wind was roaring and I knew that I should get torn to pieces if I was taken out.

Mrs. Dumpy was in too much of a hurry to notice this, and as soon as I was outside, I felt myself flying upwards I f o u n d myself o n an island with an excited tribe of black people bending down and beating the ground with their hands.

This made me terrified but, as I tried to get away, dozens of hands grabbed me. I was taiken to a wild-looking thing called a totem pole, which was ever so high.

Here all the blacks danced and yelled around me.

Thev thought I was a god f r o m some other world. They were foolish enough to put me o n top of the totem pole, f o r a gust of wind came and away I blew once more.

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I felt that I was going back to Melbourne and Mrs. Dumpy, but I f o u n d myself inside a gate on which were the letters " M . L . C . " inside a star.

W h e n I was f o u n d I was taken into a big hall.

Some girls put a red coat over my old one and I was called: " T h e Red Umbrella." Each day a mistress would hide behind me f r o m some people.

W h y I do not know.

A t last, one evening, a great crowd of people came to see me, f o r I was now very famous. A f t e r the play, everybody clapped and clapped f o r they were very pleased with me, but I was taken away and put in the cupboard, in which I now write this story.

— H e l e n Michell, IV.d, Cato, 12 years.

Gypsy Magic Through village and township they ramble along, Caring not whither they go, Living the joy of a free roving life That only a gypsy may know!

Their caravan painted in yellow and red Is drawn by a skittish grey colt; A n d hung on behind are the tinpots and kettles W h i c h rattle wherever they jolt.

T h e foxy-faced children, with hungry black eyes, Are often caught trying to steal, But they're lithe and alert, f o r while some " f a c e the music," T h e others make off with their meal!

T h e woman tell fortunes, they sing and they dance, T h e gypsy men (fiddles they play), Are bending and swinging in time to the singing, Nearer and nearer they sway.

Till the onlookers find to their fright and dismay, Their purses and wallets are gone, Their watches and necklaces, brooches and money A r e lost, f o r a wild gypsy song!

Away to the valleys, and foothills of shadow, T h e dark ones escape with their prize, T o feast on the stolen f o o d , dance with the stars O f the night; under wild windy skies.

Through village and township they ramble a'ong Caring not wither they go, Living the joy of a free roving life That only a gypsy may know.

-—Paddy Dixson, Lower, V.a, Cato.

D e o Gratias It is a beautifully calm, clear day in the late spring, with the sun shining down f r o m an azure sky. T h e sea lies placidly, matching the heaven f o r brightness. Tiny waves ripple on to, and recede gently f r o m a clean white stretch of sand, deserted except f o r an occasional contented seastrutting along the firm, wet sand at the water's edge, and basking happily in the golden warmth of the day; and f o r sundry drying heaps of seaweed left high on the sand by the last tide. Surrounding the little sheltered cove stand high almost sheer chalk cliffs, the dull whitish colour relieved in several p'aces by green bushes and other vegetation.

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T h e whole atmosphere of the charming little bay is one of peace, happiness, and natural unspoiled beauty.

It is now a dark stormy day in mid-winter.

Clouds hang black and lowering over the same bay, and a bleak, cold wind whips up the leaden sea to a furious pitch. T h e giant, foam-flecked breakers dash menacingly about the side of the cliff, their flying white spume continually creating a misty, wet veil which lingers in the air; and before the drops can completely disappear, the next wave breaks, and once again all is veiled f r o m sight. T h e tall cliffs stand as gloomy grev sentinels, and the scene is made all the wilder by the appearance of a flock of gulls, their wings strongly beating against the wind, while their harsh, screaming cry echoes eerily, sadly, above the incessant splash of the sea.

Here is true nature—the intense plaintiveness and wilderness blended together with a touch of danger.

But the whole scene is very beautiful in its own way, f o r it possesses a majestic, powerful kind of beauty, which impresses the mind just as much as the other, with its peaceful serenity.

—Jennifer Redmond, Lower V.a, Cato, 13 years.

Shakespearean Festival at Swan Hill Easter and home! Yes, I am a boarder!

But this isn't to tell you about my reaction to the h o l i d a y — I want to tell you something of our increasingly popular festival, held f o r the third successive year at Swan Hill.

A resident of Swan Hill is the originator of the idea, and it must be a great satisfaction f o r her to hear that the Council f o r Adult Education (which recently met in Canberra) discussed at great length the Swan Hill Shakespearean Festival.

This year the Festival began on G o o d Friday night with two Biblical tableaux and a play reading of "Caesar's Friend." Local actors were assisted in this play by several prominent people f r o m Melbourne.

O n Saturday there was a procession of decorated floats, each representing a scene in one of Shakespeare's plays.

T h e leading float depicted Cleopatra on her barge attended by a lady-inwaiting, while chained slaves paddled the barge along the route of the procession.

A float depicting a seen? f r o m " T h e Tempest" was awarded first prize, while "Shakespeare's Heroines" secured second prize. " A n n e Hathaway's Cottage" was made by the H i g h School boys. There were figures of A n n e Hathaway and Shakespeare outside the door. Others among the many deserving mention wer~ "Titania and her Bower," "Merry Wives of W i n d s o r , " " M a y p o l e Dancers," " T e n nis in Shakespeare's D a y , " and " A r c h e r y . " T h e process'on was led by f o u r "Beefeaters" in full dress.

Mu-ic was supplied by the Swan Hill Citizens' Band and the Scottish Pipe Band.

In the beautiful setting of the Swan Hill Gardens Mr. Garnet Carroll official'y opened the

SILVER A N D Festival. This session was in the form of an old English Fair with folk dancing, archery, gypsies, Aunt Sallies, Punch and Judy, maypole dancing as in Shakespeare's day.

At night, there was dancing in the street.

In the centre lawns of McCallum Street, an openair theatre presented a pageant of the History of Drama to Shakespeare's time.

A t the same time, in the Memorial Hall, the Swan Hill National Theatre presented a marionette performance. including the opera "Bastien and Bastienne" and the delightful play "St. George and the D r a g o n . " After church on Sunday night a debate was held in the T o w n Hall and on Monday evening extracts of plays were read.

T h e Festival concluded on Tuesday night with the production of a Shakespearean play by the local National Theatre Group.

Last year I saw " R o m e o and Juliet." This year I shall be in bed at M.L.C.; but my thoughts will be at Swan Hill with the Merchant of Venice."

—Rosalie Hunter, Lower V . d , Cato, 13 years.

T h e Snail Sammy Snail set out one night, Complete with house and baggage; H e started out with all his might, T o feast on my prize cabbage; His joy was only f o r a time, That wicked snail fell ill, For o n the plant I'd sprinkled lime, H e sizzled, then was still.

So let this prove a warning now, T o all your "snailly" friends, O n staying home 'till morning, Their safety sure depends.

—Barbara Galbraith, Lower V.a, Cato.

Boarders' First Night As I sat in the darkened house, watching the last embers of the fire die out, I suddenly heard a sound outside.

Rising, I went to the window and looked out.

Seeing the sun shining brightly, I stepped outside, and f o u n d myself in an ice-rink. There I hired a camel, and set off into the desert.

I had not gone far, when I was attacked by a band of ferocious Arabs.

I was tied to the stake, and just as the chief exterminator was about to put out my eyes with a red hot iron, my great-aunt Fanny appeared before me, shaking her head and saying, " N i c e girls don't do that!" Her bustle wobbled alarmingly as she peered up at me.

GREEN

45

Looking around, I f o u n d I was standing in a sitting-room with a ring of old ladies round me, all of whom were shaking their heads (which were far, far too large f o r their shoulders), and gazing down I f o u n d myself wearing a neck-toknee bathing suit.

Just as I hit the water with a splash, and felt myself sinking, I came to the bottom of the sea with a bump, and woke to find my room-mates laughing at me, as I lay, curled up on the floor, clutching desperately at my pillow as a drowning man clutches at a straw.

—Margot

Pearce, Lower

V.e.

At Dusk At dusk when the sun sinks in the west, A n d all the world is calm and blest— I watched the circling sea-gulls fly In flocks, against the tinted sky.

I heard the waves on the silver shore.

T h e song of the sea, and the distant roar Of the thundering torrents in far, deep, caves, Where echoes mock the voice of the waves.

I heard the swamp-birds' mournful cry, A n d watched them wheel across the sky, Hover in the crimson blaze.

T h e n meet into the dusky haze.

I heard the grey owl's eerie call, A n d watched the ghostly shadows fall,

I felt the night begin to creep,

A n d I knew the world was cloaked in sleep.

—Margaret Scott, Lower V.a, Berry, 13 years.

Winter

Magic

It was a beautiful moonlit night.

T h e little crowd of worshippers lingered in the porch of the tiny ivy-covered stone church. T h e icy coldness of the night air contrasted startingly with the cosy warmth we had just left. As the last strains of music died away, we said our goodnights, and slowly wended our way back to the white cottage nestling on the side of the mountain. This night, the magnificent scenery seemed mysteriously strange and still, as if nature held a secret. What cou'd it be? I went to bed with a feeling of wonder and awe.

The brilliant mountain-loves screeched " g o o d morning," f r o m the leafless branches of the oak by my window. I woke with a start and looked out.

Nature's secret was revealed!

T h e scenery, as far as eye could see, was carpeted with dazzling white snow!

—Elsa Hepburn, Lower V.b, Chrome,

13 years.

SILVER

46

AND

J U N I O R

GREEN S E C T I O N

Ballad of Jesus

T o Autumn

T h e first Christmas morn when the day did peep A dear little child lay fast asleep.

His mother bent over the new-mown hay, A n d looked in the crib where her baby lay.

I love the autumn season, A n d the pretty scenes it brings.

The mushrooms now, proclaim their birth, T h e leaves are falling to the earth.

T h e earlier—setting sun, each day, Sends birds on hurried wings.

I love the thick, soft carpet O f the golden leaves, and brown, T h e autumn roses budding, now; T h e birds are singing on the bough.

T h e hills, all covered with a mist: T h e rains fall softly down.

—Kath. Ingram, Lower IV.a, Cato, 11 years.

She thought of the Wise Men, who f r o m afar H a d followed that beautiful shining star, W h i c h led them, all three, to a stable bare, A n d the King above all kings was there.

They offered H i m frankincense, myrrh and gold, A n d gave it to Mary, His mother, to hold . . .

H e then grew into a noble boy, > W h o was His mother's pride and joy.

H e cleansed the lepers and raised the dead, A n d healed the sick upon their bed.

H e then was nailed to the cross on high, A n d all the Pharisees thought H e would die.

But on the third day H e rose f r o m the dead, With the mark of a thorn tree on his head.

A n d this is the story I have to tell O f Jesus, the Christ, who loves us well.

—Gillian Levick, III.a, Cato, 11 years.

Winter

A blazing fire warms the room, A light peeps through the clouds—the moon.

For winter's here.

Birds are cosy in their nests, Creatures too are warm at rest, For winter's here.

11 years.

M y Favourite Dream O h , how I dream, O f five acres of land, A n d a two-roomed hut, A n d rich, red sand.

A n d a Jersey cow, A n d little black fowls; I'd retire at night T o the dingo's howls.

Hardy, I l l . b , Krome,

Rising early with the dawn, A n d racing o'er the greens; All muffled against winter's chills, In woollies and blue jeans.

—Freda Potter, Lower I l l . a , Krome, 11 years.

T h e Tooth that Went to Fairyland

A f t e r she had gone to sleep, what do you think happened? W h y , the fairies came o n their regular rounds, as they did every night to see if any child had pulled out one of her teeth, and they looked very thankful when they saw the tooth in the glass of water. They were so excited that they began to whisper aloud, and they woke Ellen up.

T h e fairies were very frightened at the sight of this human child.

Ellen sat up and stared at these little people.

T h e fairies then began to laugh when they saw that they had woken the chi'd up, and they told Ellen they were glad that she had pulled her tooth out, because it was just the right size to fill the gap in their fence. T h e fence consisted of children's teeth, and there was one tooth missing. This was really a great pity because Naughty Gnome, who lived next door, used to come into the fairies' garden and steal their fruit and vegetables, so that they had to buy more and more seeds. N o w Naughty Gnome could not steal any more vegstables.

T h e n they opened a big purse and put sixpence into the glass, took out the tooth and flew away into the n : ght.

But those are dreams, Many miles away.

"Come, do these dishes, I hear to-day."

—Marcia

time,

Once upon a time there was a little girl named Ellen, who had a very loose tooth. She kept on wriggling it and wriggling it, and at last, the tooth came out. That night she put her tooth in a glass of water, in the hope that she might get a threepence.

T h e wind is lashing at the trees, Waves are rising in the seas, For winter's near.

Beating on the window pane, Is quickly falling rain, For winter's near.

— L u c y Gilliam, I l l . b , Fitchett,

Mushroom Fever Now that summer's left us, A n d winter's almost here; Our thoughts turn fast to mushroom A n d the fun we had last year.

W h e n Ellen awoke the next morning there were two sixpences in the glass of water. W e still do not know how one came to be there, but we all know one is proof that the story was not a drea.n.

11 years.

—Norma

Richards, III.a, Krome,

11 years.

47 S I L V E R Out on the Hill The wind whistles round Chasing the leaves, A n d creeping in coldly, Under the eaves.

A N D

GREEN The Artist I wish I were an artist, Painting all the day.

I'd paint some lovely pictures,

me,

Bright and gay, I'd paint the woods and forests, A flower and a tree, I'd paint the yellow sand, A n d the bright, blue sea.

— E n i d Sommefeld, Jun. I V . b , 9 years.

The clouds are all grey, A n d heavy with rain, T h e limbs stand out clearly; As day starts to wane.

T h e birds start to twitter, "Here's winter again, " They're all flying northwards T o greet the sun's reign.

The Awakening of the Dragons

—Rosemary Benjamin, IH.b, Cato, 11 years.

T h e Little Man There is a funny little man, W h o lives just down the street, H e has a little pointed nose, That freckles in the heat.

H e has a beard that's long and white, His head is almost bald, H e makes up jokes and jolly things, A n d never comes when called!

His wife is rather stout, you know, But he is small and slim; His children now are all grown up.

A n d gone away f r o m him.

— A n n Galacher, IH.b, Berry, 11 years.

T h e Flowers' Song Roses have their song, A n d oaks growing strong; Willows bending over Daffodil and clover; Sunset and moonlight, A n d stars in the night; But I would sing of green Growing taller as you pass.

— P a m Riessen, IH.b, Fitchett,

grass 10

years.

The Disagreeable Elephant A man had an elephant.

W h i c h was very intelligent; He'd pick up the man with his slender, long trunk A n d lower him gently to sleep on his bunk.

H e was taken away O n a fine summer's day, From his home in the jungle— He mad 2 such a bungle.

He hated the city, The man said, " W h a t a pity, But rather than part, I'll not break his dear heart.

"But go back to the jungle, Where life's not a bungle, A n d train Jumbo there T o be sent to a fair."

—Clare Johnson, 10 years.

O n Easter Sunday up at Bendigo, the Chinese peop'e carry out a most interesting ceremony called " T h e Awakening of the Dragons." Y o u n g men beat on drums and clash symbols, and make a noise with other Chinese instruments. A n old man dances round with a long sword in front of the dragons to torment them. T w o boys with big carnival-type heads on, prance in front of the dragons and fan themselves.

There are lots of crackers going off o n Easter Monday, and a procession of boys walking through the streets holding up beautifully-worked banners in front of the big draggon, which is the biggest dragon outside China.

Girls in national dress ride behind.

— W e n d y Smith, Junior, IV.a, Cato, 9 years.

Scotland O h ! ye bonny hills of Scotland, That's where I long to be, Climbing through the heather A n d looking out to sea.

Listening to the bagpipes, As I sit beside the burn, Watching highland dances, As they swiftly swirl and turn.

— W e n d y Smith, 9 years.

Seagulls One evening, in our Christmas holidays, we had a picnic tea at the bottom of Cliff Road, Dromana. While we were having our tea many seagul.s flew down, wanting scraps of f o o d and, I noticed that most of them had injured legs and feet. The next day I received a letter f r o m an aunt in Sydney with a newspaper cutting in it, which was about sea gulls. This said that when they fly down to get a small fish f r o m the sea a bigger fish sometimes bites their bright red legs.

Now I know why the gulls at Dromana were lame.

— M a r i o n J. Kelly, Junior IV.a, Cato, 9 years.

Monkey or Donkey If I were a monkey, I'd swing in treetops high; But if I were a donkey, I wouldn't want to try.

But as I am a little girl, A n d don't like nuts or grass, I think I'll stay at M.L.C., A n d be friends with all the class.

—Meredith Miller, Junior, V l . b , Cato, 8 j years.

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48

GREEN

M y Mouse

RECOMMENDATIONS

I have a little mouse, A n d he lives in my house; Each morning when I go upstairs, I find him with my teddy bears.

T h e Committee wishes to commend these gir.'s f o r the promise their contributions show.

For Originality:

My teddies and mouse are such g o o d mates, A n d often use my cups and plates, A n d p.ay at tea parties all the day, A n d sometimes even let me play.

—-Lynette Fisher, Junior, IV.b, Cato, 8 i years

Through My Window

For Amusement Given:

One morning very early, W h e n the frost was on the grass; I was looking through my window, W h e n I saw a fairy pass.

She was such a pretty fairy, With a dainty dress of green; A n d her face was just the kindest, That I had ever seen.

—Jennifer Shears, Junior, IV.b, Fitchett, 8 yrs.

If If I had a little dog, I would call him Spot; I cou'd take him f o r a walk, I would make him catch the ball, A n d bring the paper h o m e ; H e would have a cosy bed, A rug, a brush and comb.

—Cynthia Cooke, Junior, III.a, 8 years.

For Description or Feeling.

M. F., " D e a d G u m s " ; E. S., " Y e a r n i n g " ; M. H., "Seasons"; J. L., "Farm L i f e " ; K. I., " T o A u t u m n " ; J. H., " T h e Bluebell"; A Boarder, " W e e k - e n d " ; M. W . , " T r e e s " ; H . D., " M o u n tain Stroll"; R. W . , "Butterflies."

G. T . , " M y W i s h " ; M. W . , " A T o u r " ; "Girls' Energy in a City S c h o o l y a r d " ; G. S., " T o a Real Friend"; C. T., " M y T r i p f r o m Java."

For Nothing in Particular.

"Hash."

Clues to " A T o u r A r o u n d the Suburbs"

T h e Easter Bunny T h e night before Easter day Jenny woke up with a start, " J o h n , what's that little sound, ' Just as she said that, she saw a little bunny running to a little cart near the door.

When she turned round again John had woken up. " W h y , " he said, "That's the Elaster Bunny." " O h , " he said, " I am so glad you have woken up.

Y o u did not leave a note to tell me what kind of egg you want. I hope it's not a candy egg, because if you want one of those, I will have to go back to Easter Egg Land and it's such a long way there." " W e would much rather have a chocolate egg," said Jenny and John. " H e r e they are then," said the bunny, and he put two chocolate eggs at the end of their bed. "Goodness, I must be o f f , " and he whistled to some chickens who had been flying around the room. W h e n they were all in a line, they said good-bye and away they went.

—Leonie Hodges, Junior, IV.b, Berry, 7S years.

M y Pet I have a little kitten, A n d its name is " S n o w , " I love it and love it— Hee, Hee, H o !

— D a w n Schultze, Junior, III.a, Cato, 7 years.

Publishing

S. M., "Special Communique f r o m the House Front"; Dip. A , " A s O n e Lunatic to A n o t h e r " ; T h e Fitchettwits, "Prefects O n Y o u r Madness"; J. C., " A Despairing P o e t " ; B. H., B.W., "Assembly."

For General Interest.

A n d we'd play such a lot.

Spectator

P. M c A . , "Le parfait examin"; P. S., " E m o tions"; R. H . , " F u n at the Fair"; G. J. and M. T., " W h o is this School Personality?" M. H., "Listening to M u s i c " ; M. H., " M y Favourite D r e a m " ; B. G., " I Remember"; P. E., " T h e T r a i n " ; J. S., " T h e Seat of O l y m p u s " ; L. D., " M y Birthday."

Co.

Pty.

Ltd.,

1. Gardiner.

2. Kooyong 3. Sunshine 4. Ivanhoe 5. Fairfield 6. Brighton 7. Graham 8. Dennis 9. Doncaster 10. Box Hill 11. Hawthorn 12. Thornbury 13. Moreland 14. Newmarket 15. Merri 16. Macleod

17. Newport 18. Barker 19. Black Rock 20. Kew 21. Bell 22. Darling 23. Auburn 24. Seddon 25. Fisherman's Bend 26. Nunawading 27. Watsonia 28. Spotswood 29. Forest Hill 30. Windsor 31. Tottenham 32. Edithvale

Acknowledgement of Contemporaries The Editors wish to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of the following School magazines: " T h e Brighton Grammarian," " T h e Caulfield Grammarian," " T h e Corian," " T h e Fintonian," " T h e Michaelian," " T h e Moreton Bay Girls' High School Magazines," "Palate and Petticoat," " T h e Record," "St. Catherine's Magazine," "Silver and Green" (Elsternwick), " T h e Sydneian," and any others which may have been unintentionally omitted.

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Little Collins

Street, Melbourne,

C.l.

Silver and Green with which is incorporated

THE OLD COLLEGIAN

HAWTHORN

^December) 1952

SILVER

AND QREEN

3hi

Jtltmoriam

J O Y C E H I S C O C K and G W E N D A

OXLEY

It was with great sorrow that we heard the sad news of the tragic death of two of our "old girls," Joyce Hiscock and Gwenda Oxley, who were drowned in the floods at the River Lyn in D e v o n on 15 th August. They had spent years saving f o r this trip to England, and were enjoying very happy times there, one being a hike through Devon when this calamity overtook them. They were fine gir!s, and had enjoyed their schooldays, making many friends because of their happy natures and kindly dispositions. They were both boarders, Joyce f o r nine years and Gwenda f o r two. T o their relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. A Funeral Service was held in H o l y Trinity Church, Kew, on 5th September; it was a beautiful service, expressing the feelings of those present f o r the memory of two whom the School holds dear.

MARGOT

FALVEY

The School wishes to extend its sympathy to the parents and sister of Margot Falvey, who died suddenly on 23rd July this year. Margot attended M.L.C. f o r 5 i years. She was a quiet, imaginative girl who is remembered affectionately by her classmates and many teachers who loved and appreciated her sweet and gentle nature.

Mr. and Mrs.

Falvey, who, since Margot's death, have removed to Western

Aus-

tralia, have asked the Principal to express their gratitude to all members of staff, parents and pupils who have sent messages of sympathy.

Silver and Green }t

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af

®Ije

,JWetl{ohtst

DECEMBER,

Editors:

JENNIFER

Sub-Editors: Magazine

Committee:

Miss

L.

Mitchell,

HARDING,

LOUISE GAULT,

Rachel

Lew,

^labtes'

(College,

Jfafaifyorit

1952.

MARGOT VALDA

RUMPF

HERAUD

Shirley Merrylees, Mary M e y e r , Lesley A n d r e w , Elizabeth C r o y d o n

Editorial W e live in a world of big things: our cities are big, our industries, our ideas, and our wars, while everywhere

rings

the

catch-phrase

better" that seems to have become

"bigger

and

the aim

of

scientific development. T h e newspapers are so full of " b i g " news that magnitude wanes to the commonplace and interest into apathy. Yet in a world where big things count, we must not forget the little things—little acts of kindness, and apparently unessential

curtesies

which,

though

they

often

pass unnoticed, make days more pleasant, adding that something which changes existence into life.

This is a big school, and in its many undertakings some of us are apt to consider our help unnecessary or insignificant.

Willing help and kind gifts are never unnecessary, however small they may seem, not only because of material value, but because of the example to others. May we always feel we are part of M.L.C. whose greatness depends on the co-operation of its individual

members as we have already seen in the Assembly Hall Appeal.

Here, courtesy is expected of us and thoughtfulness towards one another is encouraged, but outside school, unless we fully realise the importance of kindness and helpfulness, we are liable to be carried along with the selfish bustle of the community. Have you ever felt the difference between a polite notice preceded by a "please" and one that is curt and demanding? Such little courtesies, though some are mere conventionalisms, make all the difference in our attitude to one another. W e all find more pleasure among people who treat others with thoughtful courtesy, and in a friendly atmosphere far greater things can be done.

So through the consideration of little things, the big things are achieved. "Big doors swing on little hinges." Let us always remember this and show ourselves true to the teaching of a fine Christian school.

—J.H.

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SILVER A N D

GREEN

School Diari| May:

August:

Sunday, 2 5 t h — A number of M.L.C. girls marched in the Empire Youth March and then took part in a service which was held in Wesley Church.

Friday, 8 t h — A studious silence settled over the school, as Seniors groaned under the weight of exams.

June: Tuesday, 3rd—Shivering pupils returned f o r the Winter form.

Friday, 6th—Mr. J. W . Fairlie spoke to Senior Assembly on his experiences in Tibet. W e learnt about strange monastic customs in Tibet.

Friday, 13th—The Rev. F. F. Byatt told Senior Assembly a little of the work of the W o r l d Council of Churches in rebuilding churches in Europe.

Wednesday, 18th—The Senior Prefect represented the School at a Rotary Club Luncheon.

Friday, 2 0 t h — T h e Boarders celebrated Birthday Night with much f o o d and display of "hidden talent."

Friday, 27th—Miss Jean Lawson spoke to Senior Assembly on her trave's in America and Canada.

July: Tuesday, 8th—Rev. G. Laurenson and Rev. B. Risley came to Senior Assembly, after which they spoke on New Zealand.

Thursday, 10th—The match of the season.

Spectacular! Sensational! Yes, you've guessed it—Brutes v. Bubs.

Friday, 11th—The French National Day was observed as it fell on the mid-term holiday. M o n sieur Karagheusian spoke on France, after Assembly and was very appropriately thanked by Rachel Lew in French.

Sixty girls and staff left f o r " M a r y b r o o k e " f o r the Walking Club week-end.

A f t e r the Senior Scripture exam., they all departed, breathing sighs of relief f o r a well-deserved mid-term break.

Friday, 1 8 t h — " A n d so I am sure you will agree that the Greater Melbourne Scheme . . . " Berry maintaining that the scheme is in the best interests of the community, out-talked Fitchett in the second inter-House debate.

In the evening the Senior Girls' Dance was held at the Gables, and in spite of the muddy weather, all who attended enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

Friday, 25th—Rev. G. Sambell told us of the appalling conditions existing in Melbourne slum areas, when he spoke to Senior Assembly. A f t e r his talk, an appeal was held f o r clothing and money.

A very successful Senior Music Recital was held in the evening.

Monday, 28th—Ruth Farren Price, assisted by the School Choir, gave a concert in the Melbourne T o w n Hall, to aid the Assembly Hall Fund.

Monday, 2 7 t h — A n S.C.M. tea and service were held at School. Reading of " T h e Witnesses."

Tuesday, 2 8 t h — T h e Senior House Musical Festival was held in the Malvern T o w n Hall.

Dr. Floyd adjudicated as usual, and complimented all the Houses on the fine standard of the work.

Berry emerged victorious, with lusty cheers, vastly different f r o m the sweet harmony heard earlier.

Friday, 2 9 t h — W e departed f o r a fortnight's rest. In the evening, a very successful Teenagers' Dance was held. All who attended had a most enjoyable time, and it is hoped that this will be repeated. T h e proceeds were in aid of the Nurses' Memorial Assembly Hall Fund.

September: Tuesday, 11th—The school assemb'ed f o r Term III, with the bleak prospect of exams looming on the near horizon.

Friday, 19th—The School Service.

After a short devotional service, Dr. W o o d gave the Senior School a very inspiring address on the importance of making a Christian stand against fear and selfishness.

Thursday, 2 5 t h — " . . . of that dear school.

W e only see in dreams."

O l d Collegians' Back to School Day was celebrated with music and speech items, as well as tennis and much talk.

October: Friday, 3 r d — I n open period, Mr. S. S. Harris spoke to Senior School about the Burwood Boys' Home.

Tuesday, 7th—Students p eked their way cautiously, carrying a precious cargo—eggs f o r Epworth Hospital.

Friday, 17th—Berry, by successfully debating " T h a t Government control of uranium is in the best interests of the community," defeated Cato, and thus won the inter-House debate of the year.

Congratuiations, Berry.

Saturday, 18th—After another mighty effort

by Mrs. Chambers and her associates, a very successful Sports Fair was held, and the Assembly Hall Appeal benefited by about £400.

Friday, 24th—United Nations' Day was observed at school, and Mrs. Biddle spoke to Senior Assembly in support of the United Nations' Appeal f o r children.

Her description of the plight of many of the children she had known was very adequate to reveal their need to us. W e were all inspired by Mrs. Biddle's example of service.

Sunday, 27th—Reception of Church Members (Boarders) held at Auburn Method'st Church.

5

•SILVERA N D GREEN Monday, 28th—Lower Middle School Swimming Sports won by Cato.

Thursday, 30th—Middle House Music Contests won by Fitchett.

Friday, 31st—After the Senior School Scripture exam, the school departed to enjoy the mid-term holiday.

November:

December:

Fr'day, 7th—Alas! Leaving and Intermediate exams began.

The Lower School and Middle Music Recital was held in the evening, also a playreading of "Hamlet," by Matriculation Literature girls.

Tuesday, served.

Monday, 24th—Representatives of the Old Collegians' Club visited us, and enrolled girls who were leaving.

Tuesday, 25th—The final Communion Service was held at Auburn Methodists Church. For many girls, this was their last communion at school, and all felt that it was a true inspiration to them.

Friday, 28th—Nativity Play held at Independent Church.

11th—Remembrance

Day

was

ob-

Sunday, 16th—Old Collegians and present girls united in a service at Auburn Methodist Church.

Friday, 21st—Senior School Swimming Sports.

Monday, 1st—"The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it." Matriculation giris began their examinations.

Friday, 5th—An interesting and varied display of work was held for Parents' Day. Thursday, 11th—The Lower Middle School Speech Night was held at Canterbury Memorial Hall.

Friday, 12th—"Goodbye, good luck to you."

Speech Night in Melbourne T o w n Hall.

— V . M . H . and L.D.G.

School Activities Devotional Notes

Student Christian Movement

Those who have attended the Wednesday morning Devotional meeting have felt the value of this extra opportunity f o r worship and quiet reflection.

During second term, after the opening hymn and prayer, Dr. W o o d read to us extracts f r o m Dr. Fosdick's book, " T h e Meaning of Service," which gave us a fresh resolve to look f o r the means by which we can serve others. During third term, Dr. W o o d answered some of our questions relating to the practice of Christianity and in this way many of our difficulties have been overcome.

Devotional has been particularly helpful to all those who have attended and we hope that its influence will continue to be felt in the future.

-—D.F.

Reception of Church Members Fifteen boarders were publicly received into Church Membership on confession of faith at Auburn Methodist Church on Sunday evening, 26th October. The service was conducted by the Principal and the Rev. Henry Clarnette, the minister of Auburn Methodist Church. T h e sermon was preached by the Principal f r o m the text " T h e Spirit Himself endorses our inward conviction that we really are the children of G o d " (Romans 8: 16, Phillips's translation). The boarders received into Church membership were Michelle Bassett, Shirley Clemence, Margaret Colbert, Beverley Cook, Valma Dolan, Jill Goodman, Glenis Granger, Bernice Heffernan, Annette James, Florence Jones, Helen Lester, Dorothy Lucas, Lynn Phillips, Judith Ray and Una Swanton.

Notes

During Terms I I and I I I we resumed our lunchhour study circles held once every fortnight. W e learned a great deal and found that much profitable discussion arose f r o m our study of "Life Problems" by J. C. Jamieson.

Towards the end of Term II, a tea-meeting was held, followed by some folk-dancing in the gym.

For this meeting, Miss Dwyer had very kindly helped several senior girls prepare a reading of Clive Sansom's poem, " T h e Witnesses" which is composed of a number of short poems, each giving a portrait of a character from the New Testament. This helped many of us to see a clearer picture of Christ through His influence on people who met Him during His life on earth. W e thank Miss Dwyer and the girls for a great inspiration.

T h e Rev. G. Sambell spoke in open period and we were deeply moved by his appeal for help in the slums. As a result the school sent clothing and other needed articles to the Brotherhood of St. Laurence, as well as £2 from each form, the required amount to send a child away for a short holiday.

Other very interesting speakers who visited us were the Rev. F. F. Byatt, who spoke about W o r l d Council of Churches, the Rev. G. Laurenson and the Rev. B. Risley, f r o m New Zealand; also Mr. S. Harris, who spoke about the Burwood Boys' Home.

About ten girls attended the Inter-school S.C.M. Camp which was held at the Basin during the May holidays. Other Inter-school activities which were attended were the W o r l d Student Day of Prayer Service, at St. James' Old Cathedral and a party, held at M.C.E.G.G.S.

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All who belong to S.C.M. feel deeply indebted to Miss Betty Jackson and the other members of staff who have given us so much help throughout the year.

— A . G . and

D.A.

United Nations Association " T o - d a y , amid conflicts and fear of war, we need the United Nations more than ever. Let us give our support, not only on United Nations' Day, but in the days and years to come." This year in our U . N . group we have endeavoured to carry out this aim.

During open period on Friday mornings, many interesting speakers have come to speak to us about the work of the United Nations. Mr. Fairlie spoke to us about India and her problems. T h e French National Day fell on a Friday this year, and Monsieur Karagheusian spoke to the Assembly about his country. A n agreeable surprise awaited him at the end of his talk—he was thanked, in French! O n 24th October, U . N . Day, Mrs. Biddle, who helped with the work of U.N.I.C.E.F. after W o r l d War II, spoke to us. She made a deep impression on all in the audience.

T h e U.N.I.C.E.F. A p p e a l which now totals nearly £40, was officially opened during U . N .

Week. Throughout this week posters giving information about the U . N . were posted around the school, and at our Wednesday meeting, we saw an excellent film, " I n Defence of Peace."

O u r meetings this year have taken a new form.

Every alternate Wednesday, Mr. Seymour has shown us a film. Our grateful thanks are given to Mr. Seymour f o r procuring these films. Every other Wednesday, we have discussad world problems and a booklet called " N e w H o p e f o r Asia."

This booklet outlines the Colombo Plan f o r the economic development in South and South-East Asia, and in our studying it we have gained an insight to the co-operation of the nations, through the United Nations.

O n the Friday following the beginning of third term, some girls f r o m our U . N . group went to a social evening arranged by the Inter-school C o m mittee of the United Nations. M.L.C. has been represented throughout the year on this committee.

A t the social, held at M.C.E.G.G.S., we met girls and boys f r o m different schools who belonged to U . N . groups. Mr. Paul Friedman, lecturer at the Melbourne University, spoke about Asia, and after his talk a film was shown.

Our sincere thanks are given to Miss Kellaway, our President, f o r the time and energy which she devotes in helping our Association.

—A.M.B.

Debating " Society At the close of last year we were sorry to say " g o o d b y e " to Miss Cochrane who had been our joint-President f o r two years, and has done so much ta encourage the work of the Society. However, we were very pleased to welcome back Miss Powell, who, with Miss Cerutty, has guided and advised us during the year.

There has been g o o d support f o r the Society this year, but unfortunately our members have been drawn mainly f r o m Matriculation classes. W e would like to see more interest on behalf of Intermediate and Leaving girls, f o r debating is most enjoyable, and gives great pleasure as well as being an invaluable means of developing the confidence needed by senior girls.

Impromptu debates have been held at meetings this year, these being the most suitable f o r the lunch-hour period. T h e standard of the speeches has been good, and subjects have been many and varied. T w o Inter-school debates were held, one against Wesley College, and the other against Melbourne H i g h School. These were of great interest, and we thank all those who spent time preparing f o r them.

Perhaps the bravest people in the school are those who, once each term, go through great torture (while appearing completely at their ease) in the Inter-House debates. In first term, Cato successfully showed Krome that " T h e import restrictions will ultimately benefit Australian trade," and in second term, Berry proved to Fitchett that " T h e Greater Melbourne scheme is in the best interests of the community." In the final debate, Berry werp the victors, convincing the school (but not their opponents) that "Government control of uranium is in the best interests of the community."

W e would like to thank the school f o r being such an attentive and intelligent audience this year: this is a great help to those debating. W e also thank Dr. W o o d who despite his very heavy duties has so ably adjudicated in the House debates, and has given us such valuable advice through his criticisms. Finally, we thank Miss Powell and Miss Cerutty f o r all the work they have done f o r the Society, and f o r all the assistance they have given to the girls interested.

—M.M.

Social Service Notes Once again the School's Social Service record has been very pleasing.

This success has been largely due to the untiring work of Miss Dahle, Mrs. Kelly and Miss Sutton, whom we thank very much. T h e perseverence of the f o r m Social Service Captains a'so contributed in no small measure to the g o o d results. T h e y exhorted the girls of their forms to bring eggs on Egg Day, and the result was that M.L.C. was able to give 2636 eggs and £ 1 1 / 2 / 6 to Epworth Hospital. They begged the girls of their forms to give money to their charities, and the result was that in Term I, the girls contributed a sum total of £ 9 7 / 5 / 1 1 , while in Term II they gave £ 1 0 9 / 6 / 6 . They were \tery industrious in their efforts to sell buttons to the girls of their forms, and the result was that £ 8 / 9 / - was raised f o r the Methodist Babies' H o m e . They asked the girls of their forms to give personal service by helping the leaders of the girls' clubs at North Richmond and Collingwood Methodist Missions, and the result was that it was not possible f o r all girls who wanted to do this to have the opportunity. It was unfortunate that during Term I I I it was decided to change the

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—D.A.

Club Notes Senior Maths. Club Since the last issue of the magazine our membership has increased by 25 per cent.

Our lunchtime meetings have been both interesting and profitable, and we have solved many intriguing puzzles, including magic squares and chess problems. W e also spent o n e meeting dealing with such amusing fallacies as the p r o o f o f 1 — 1.

O u r since thanks g o to Miss Kel!away f o r the generous way in which she has given up her time and f o r her indispensable help in the solving of our problems.

—J.w.

Walking Club Notes O w i n g to the great number of school activities this year, we have not been able to arrange more than one hike. W e have certainly experienced contrasted weather conditions in our excursions this y e a r — t h e f r i g i d temperatures of Sherbrooke and the sweltering heat of O n e Tree Hill. I n first term, one hundred and twenty-three girls (which surely must be a W a l k i n g Club record) set off into the great u n k n o w n , enduring intense heat, lack o f water and blistered feet. U n f o r t u n a t e l y , o u r destination was never reached. W e had the c h o i c e of climbing O n e T r e e H i l l or resting at its base while we ate water melon. Needless to say, we chose the latter!

Walking Club Week-end (With

apologies to " M u c h Marsh")

Binding

in

the

M u c h slushing in the mush.

W e all set f o r M a r y b r o o k e o n Sat'd'y; M u c h slushing in the mush.

W e all expect to be kicked out by S u n d y.

T h e y d u m p e d us r o u n d the back, but this would never suit the Boss; S o m e of us got single rooms, it's o u r turn to be cross.

But six o f us had f u n last night; the Statt: f o u n d out, O h g o s h !

M u c h slushing in the mush.

M u c h slushing in the mush.

N o w o n d e r ! S n o w was seen at three o c l o c k !

M u c h slushing in the mush. ^ T h e latest ill's called "water-in-the-sock ; W e saw Miss Betty Jackson drive off early in She b u m p e d into a great big tree which fell across the way, W e all used up our calories while pushing it away: M u c h slushing in the mush.

M u c h slushing in the mush, W h a t marvellous S t a f f — s u c h powers of c o n centration; M u c h slushing in the mush, But what a strain—it gave them palpitation: T h e way the prefects have their shower caused us consternation, A n d how Miss Jackson bathed the b a b e — w e l l ! what a revelation!

But all the game participants received a great ovation, W i t h much slushing in the mush.

— S o m e Pass Sixth Walkers.

T h e highlight of the W a l k i n g Club's activities this year was the week-end at Sherbrooke. Sixty sturdy girls and f o u r members o f staff arrived at " M a r y b r o o k e " anticipating a refreshing break and invigorating hikes through the D a n d e n o n g s .

T h e r e was great excitement when we f o u n d that snow had fallen during the night, and we ran outside to make sure that it was real! A f t e r breakfast, snowmen appeared in various parts of the grounds.

W e then spent most of our time inside as it was the wettest week-end in V i c t o r i a f o r sixty-one years. But thanks to the hitherto undiscovered talents of the c o m p a n y , there was never a dull moment!

W e returned on M o n d a y a f t e r n o o n , f r o m what all agreed to be an excellent week-end.

T h e members of the club would sincerely like to thank Miss Powell a n d Miss Sutton f o r helping to make our week-end a h a p p y one, and Miss Betty Jackson and Miss Lorna Mitchell f o r their interest, which has helped to make our activities this year so friendly and enjoyable f o r all.

—A.W.

Camera Club Notes T h e Camera Club this year has flourished under the enthusiastic guidance o f M r . M a y , f r o m Kodak. Despite many difficulties, he has come regularly once a m o n t h and given us demonstrations of developing and other processes, a n d also helped us with " t i p s " f o r taking photos. H e inspired us to d o some tinting o f photos, a n d several members have experimented with enlarging.

HOCKEY Back

Row,

L.

to

Front

Row:

R.:

Valma

Dolan,

Berice G r e e n w o o d ,

M a r j o r i e Davies, Laelia Margaret M c L e a n .

Phillipa

Balfe,

Janet

ATHLETICS Standing, L . to R . :

— P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

TEAM Burke,

Edwards,

TEAM

Margot Merle

Gibbs,

James,

Kathleen

Barbara

Pauline

Brown,

Janet

Salmond,

Nixon.

— P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

Janet Edwards, Beverley Slade, M a r j o r i e Davies, Judith D e n n e y , Sitting:

Hulme,

Diana

Dufty.

Fay

Phillips.

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As a conclusion to our year's work we are holding a photograph competition, the entry money of which will go towards buying new equipment.

foyer of the National Library in November, and will then be sent to the seat of the Alliance Francaise in Paris.

In closing we would like to thank Mr. Seymour and Mr. McKnight f o r the help they have given us in our meetings and experiments.

Altogether, this has been a very interesting year and one which has offered many pleasures to the students of one of the loveliest languages in the world. T o Miss Dahle and to Mademoiselle Bracquart we would like to offer our sincere thanks f o r the kind help and guidance they have given us, in and out of school-time.

—R.L.

—V.H.

Alliance

Francaise

Examination

Results

Dictation: Grade I.—'1st Honourable Mention: Dorothy Alexander and Dorothy Steer. 2nd Honourable Mention: Jennifer Harding. Honourable M e n tions: Jean Webster, Kerry Pearce, Valerie Beckett, Lesley T o l d , De.dre Fuller, A n n e Grunden, Frances McCarthy.

Grade II.—Honourable Mentions: Laelia Burke, Joan Wi'son, Barbara Paton, Pat Stocker, Rosemary Nye, Sonia Cartwright.

Grade I I I . — H o n o u r a b l e Mention: Susan Oddie.

Reading and Conversation: i

Grade I.—Honourable Mentions: Jennifer H a r ding, Dorothy Steer, Lesley Told, Kerry Pearce, Dorothy Alexander, Jean Webster.

Poetry:

T h e W e i r o n the Tarra —Rae The

winning

entry

River.

Lechte, K r o m e , H . V I . B , f o r the Camera competition.

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photograph

French Club Notes T h e first French party this year was held at M.L.C. where we were honoured by the presence of Professor Chisholm, of the University of Melbourne, and Madame Cockerton, Secretary-General of the Alliance Francaise of Victoria. Two French games were played, amid f altering sentences and laughter, then Professor Chisholm gave a critical and very illuminating talk on the poems prescribed f o r Matriculation, followed by the reading of those poems by Madame Cockerton.

A party of M.L.C. girls went to the French Drama Festival in which we took no part this year, because of the unfortunate lack of time.

In second term, " L A v a r e , " a French comedy, which the Matriculation students are doing this year, was produced, and most of the Matriculation girls attended this performance, which helped them to enjoy the study of this play.

T o celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Victor H u g o , one of the greatest of French authors, a very fine project was contributed by the M.L.C. This project will be o n exhibition in the

Grade I . — 1st Prize: Jennifer Harding. 1st H o n ourable Mention: Gracie Barr. Honourable Mentions: Deidre Fuller, Dorothy Steer, Lesley Cook, Shirley Shulman, Anne Grunden, Diane Mahemoff, Margaret Macfarlane, Valerie Beckett, Kathleen Old, Shirley Elbaum, Jean Webster, U n a Swanton, Jennifer Treyvaud, Janet Britten.

Grade II.—Honourable Harris, Katharine O'Neill,

Mentions: Brohnwyn Ena Smith.

Grade I I I . — 1 st Honourable Mentions: A n n e Kornan, Dalys Hearn, Patricia MacAllan, Susan Oddie, Margaret Mclnnes.

Grade IV.—Judith Walker (re-examined). 1st Honourable Mentions: Jennifer Robinson, Helen Roberts. 2nd Honourable Mention: Jennifer Levick, Lesley Palmer, Terril Sloss, Margot Pearce, Glenys Bull, Helen Williams, Rosalind Johns, Janine Schubert, Margaret Channon, Janice Lacy, Rosemary Boyle, Jill Martin, Celia Coffey, Rosemary Balmer.

German Club Notes T h e German Club has attended many enjoyable functions this year, and the first of these was a German afternoon at P.L.C. in May, at which Mr. Wiemann, M . A . , Senior Lecturer in German at the University of Melbourne, was the guest speaker. His subject was " M i n n a von Barnhelm" which is the prescribed Matriculation play, and the lecture proved most beneficial to those who attended.

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A t the end of first term, the Leaving and Matriculation classes, accompanied by Mrs. Clahr, visited the Public Library in order to see some of the first books printed in German. W e also saw samples of German art and some beautiful pieces of pottery made in Dresden.

T h e performance of " M i n n a von Barnhelm" by» the German students of the Sydney University proved both beneficial and interesting to the Matriculation girls who attended.

In September, we had the opportunity of seeing "Jedermann," a play written by H u g o von Hofmannsthal, based on the old English morality play, "Everyman."

This year, the German folk-song evening, arranged by the University students, was held at Wesley College, and was, as usual, greatly appreciated by those who attended. T h e enjoyment was heightened by the inclusion f o r the first time of a German clap dance, performed by some of the students.

At the end of second term, senior Lauriston German students entertained guests with German

folk-songs, orchestral pieces and amusing sketches, and the evening proved most enjoyable.

T h e results of the Goethe Prize Competitions this year were particularly gratifying, as we had representatives in each section.

The

results were as follows:

Intermediate Section.—-2nd Prize: Eva Spitz.

Leaving Section.—3rd Prize: Barbara Landells.

Honourable Mention: Judith Crook.

Matriculation.—1st Prize. Jennifer Treyvaud.

4th Prize: Dorothy Steer. Honourable Mentions: Deidre Fuller, Rachel Lew. Open Section.—Honourable Carew, Joan Margolis.

Mentions:

Ann

T h e German Club would like to thank Mrs. Clahr very much f o r her interest and guidance throughout the year.

—D.S.

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Library; "Great Men of Literature," "Lettering," "Study of Australian A r t " and a number of books dealing with contemporary art f r o m Mr. W . E. Huston.

mk

I would like to thank the members of the Committee f o r the time and work they have given towards making the library a success, and to extend very best wishes to next year's Committee.

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During the term we were visited by Miss Kerr, f r o m the Clarendon Presbyterian Girls' School, Ballarat, Miss Robertson, f r o m the Kew Public Library, and students f r o m the Education Faculty of the University, who came to study the system by which the library works.

—M.R.

Library Notes " A book is like a garden carried in the pocket."

—Chinese Proverb.

This year has been a very happy and successful one f o r the Walton Library.

Many girls have made use of the facilities the library offers, and borrowing, both of fiction and reference books, has increased.

A t the beginning of second term, we welcomed Mrs. Coulson, who has taken the place of Mrs. Taylor as School Librarian, and who f o r the past six months has had the task of supervising the library. T h e Committee would like to thank her f o r the helpful advice she has given us since her arrival.

T h e library has received some very fine gifts during the last six months, these being: " T h e World's Greatest Paintings," in three volumes, f r o m Margaret Macfarlane; "Latrobe Valley Development," f r o m the State Electricity Commission; "Pakistan, Y o u r Sister D o m i n i o n , " and " Y o u n g Pakistan" f r o m the H i g h Commissioner f o r Pakistan; "Partners, the U . N . and Y o u t h " ; " T h e Heavenly Tenants" and a number of pamphlets f r o m the United States Information

Berry House Notes Enthusiasm and house spirit in Berry House have been high and have resulted in a very successful year. A t the end of second term,, we were ahead on points, and although Cato are ahead f o r the year, the final results should be interesting.

W e extend our congratulations to the debating team, Valda Heraud, Kath O'Neill, and Margot Rumpf, f o r their fine performance in winning the Debating Cup. Our sporting results have been excellent; we drew with Fitchett to win the Senior Basketball, and won the Middle Hockey, Middle Tennis and the Junior Basketball. W e were runners up in the Senior Athletic Sports, Senior Hockey, Senior Tennis, and the Lower Middle Athletic and Swimming Sports.

Our Middles, under the leadership of Lois Jones and Lorraine Coghlan, and the Lower Middles led

by Joan Horsfall and Margaret Eddey, show great promise f o r the future.

Berry, although small, has proved the quality of her voice, by winning the Senior Music Contests

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under the capable leadership of K . O'Neill (conductor), P. Webster and M. Meyer (pianists). P. Webster and J. Ashton are to be congratulated f o r their work in connection with the special items.

W e hope the Middles under J. Walker (conductor), M. White and B. Kinder (pianists) uphold the standard set by the Seniors.

W e would like to express our thanks to our House Mistresses in all sections for their help and encouragement. W e look forward to welcoming back Miss Horsman, extracts f r o m whose interesting letters were read in House Assemblies.

T h e House congratulates M. McLean ( D i p . A ) f o r obtaining her hockey colours, L. Coghlan her tennis colours and J. Edwards her hockey re-date.

Berry thanks Miss Short, Miss Powell, Miss Cerutty and the Berry members of staff f o r their continued support during the year, also the prefects and associates for maintaining discipline.

Fitchett House Notes

Lynette and Janet wish to thank all the members of the House f o r their loyal support throughout the year and to extend their best wishes to the Berry girls of next year and the future.

—L.H.

Cato House Notes This year the house spirit shown by nearly all Cato girls has been even more marked than usual, and it was in this house spirit that all who worked actively f o r Cato f o u n d the incentive to give of their best.

W e were fortunate in having Judith Coleman and Alison O ' G r a d y to lead our sporting teams on to the field, and proof of their leadership will be f o u n d in Cato's sporting results. W e won the Senior Swimming Sports in First Term, carried off the Proficiency Cup at the Athletic Sports, won the tennis competitions, and did well at baseball, basketball, hockey and cricket. T h e Middles, led

by Paddy Dixson and Jill Evans, contributed greatly to Cato's points, while the Lower Middles, led by Lenore Barnes and Edith Hatt, "boosted'' out" total greatly, especially by winning the Lower Middle Swimming Sports in Third Term. T h e perseverance and encouragement shown by our life-saving representative, Shirley Merrylees, also bore fruit. W e congratulate those Cato girls who were awarded their colours.

Our thanks are due to Margaret Macfar'ane f o r her very able leadership of Cato's debating team, which in First Term was successful in proving " T h a t import cuts would ultimately benefit Australian trade," and which in Third Term made a valiant, but unsuccessful attempt to prove " T h a t government control of uranium was in the best interests of the community." W e congratulate the Berry speakers on their fifte debating, but we venture to hope that next year Cato's team will win the Debating Cup. Cato came third in the Senior School Chora!

Contests held at the end of Second Term. Our thanks are due to Lesley Cook f o r her vigorous and expressive conducting, to Diana Dufty and -Beverley Probert f o r their capable accompanying and to all Cato House members who sang so beautifully. W e must also thank Paddy Dixson, who conducted, and Barbara Armstrong, who played f o r Cato in the Middle School Choral Contests.

—D.A.

Fitchett commenced this year's activities in a really promising way. W e emerged victorious f r o m the Senior and Lower Middle School Athletic Sports, and also f r o m the Senior Baseball matches.

However, our progress was not as speedy in water as on land and we did not gain a place in the Swimming Sports. A t the end of First Term, however, we were leading in House points.

Second Term was not quite so successful. O u r voices must have suffered a reaction f r o m the lusty support given to our teams, f o r in spite of the hard work and enthusiasm of Louise Gault and Denise Lear we came fourth in Choral Contests. W e lost to Berry in the Debate, but managed to be equal first in the Senior Basketball Contests. A t the end of Second Term our position had dropped to third.

This last term has been a busy one. T h e cricket resu'ts have not yet been finalised, but we came third in the Lower Middle School Swimming Sports. W e were very pleased with our Middle School Choir who, under the leadership of Janice Beilby and Jane Elton, won the Middle School Choral Contests. This year Middle School, led by Barbara Wall and Judy Roe, and Lower Middle School, with Margaret Eason and Dorothea Cook, have formed a valuable part of the House.

W e sincerely thank Miss Betts, Miss Wilson and all House Mistresses f o r their invaluable help and interest throughout the year.

W e also thank Pauline Brown, our Sports Captain, f o r her energy and efficiency in leading our teams, and the Prefects and Associate Prefects who have been so helpful in all House matters. Our congratulations go to all girls who won their School Colours.

W e congratulate the other Houses on their victories and we feel that whatever the final results may be, this year has been a good one. Thank you very much all House members f o r your loyal support to Fitchett.

—K.A.P.

Krome House Notes This year Krome has not made any great achievements, but the enthusiasm of past years has been continued and the House has worked happily together.

Regarding sporting activities, Krome won the Middle Baseball and Senior Hockey, came second in the Senior Swimming Sports, Middle Hockey, Middle Basketball and equal second in the Senior Basketball, which is a creditable total result.

In the Senior Choral Competitions at the Malvern Town Hall, Krome came second. Sincere thanks are due to Pamela Greenall and Beth Dewer f o r accompanying; also to the choir f o r working and singing so enthusiastically. W e congratulate Berry on its fine performance.

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Choral Competitions, Krome came third. Thanks are due to Adrienne Wait f o r conducting and to Davida Switson f o r accompanying; our congratulations are extended to Fitchett in coming first.

T h e Debating team, A n n e Williams, Gael Sage, led by Kaye Old, debated well but lost to Cato.

W e congratulate the girls in Krome who won their colours and wish them luck in their future sporting activities.

Our sincere thanks are extended to Anne f o r guiding our sporting activities, and to our Middle and Lower Middle leaders—Judith C. Jackson, Lynette Shattock .and Janice McCormack and Diane Cornish respective'y. Throughout the year, Krome has been very grateful f o r the help and guidance received f r o m our House Mistresses, especially Miss Kellaway, and to the House Prefects and probationers who have helped to make this year a very happy one.

—E.P.S.

Boarders' Notes This year seems to have been very full of musical activities in which the Boarders have taken an active part. W e have attended the Celebrity Concerts, the Methodist H y m n Festival, and the various functions of the school.

W e were sorry to see Miss Jeffrey and Miss Throves leave in Term II, but were pleased to welcome Miss Powell and Miss Dan : el. Miss Powell has given us two film evenings and the President and Secretary of the New Zealand Conference also showed us some beautiful films of their country.

In Term I I there were Boarders' Basketball and Tennis teams which played matches against school and form teams, all of which were accompanied by lusty barracking. W e had a most enjoyable afternoon with P.L.C. Boarders although everyone was covered with mud by the end of it.

O n Saturday afternoons we have matches in Houses and sometimes swimming sports. O n 25 th October, fifty Boarders went over to Elsternwick, where we intended to play Softball, and basketball. The moment we arrived there, however, it began to pour with rain, so we had extremely strenuous square dancing in the gym instead.

After a delicious but rapid'y disappearing aftern o o n tea, the weather had cleared enough f o r sport which we played f o r the rest of the afternoon til! returning to school.

W e had our annual party with the Wesley Boarders on 11th October which turned out to be a great success despite the difference in numbers.

W e divided into two groups in the Music Hall and gym f o r games and then met f o r supper together in the Dining Hall. Everyone enjoyed decorating and helping a litt'e with the supper almost as much as the party itself.

In closing, we would like to thank Miss Ball and members of the resident staff, and also the domestic staff, f o r making this year such an enjoyable one.

—L.G.

Boarders' Birthday Night.

Every night after tea f o r the first three weeks of Second Term, Boarders were practising either singing, acting or dancing in various parts of the

school. As usual, there was great anxiety as 20th June approached but, as usual, everything proceeded smoothly.

W h e n the great day at last arrived, we all wished each other " H a p p y Birthday" at least a dozen times, and sang to Miss Ball after breakfast. T h e showers and irons were in constant use after school until at 5.20 we were ready to sing to the Mistresses in our wings. After a great noise of singing, the posies were presented and then we all went down to tea.

Outside the Dining Hall before the doors were opened, everyone was talking or peering in to see what lay ahead. Five rather nervous little Boarders were practising presenting their posies to the official party. (At the last minute they were franctically looking around f o r pins.)

A t our Birthday Tea, f o o d rapidly disappeared on all sides. The highlight of the meal was, of course, the three decker birthday cake. While this was being cut the telegrams were read out, with the old favourite first, of course.

After tea the atmosphere was completely different.

G o o d clothes were taken off and pirates, schoolboys or cavaliers could be seen around the corridors calling out f o r "make-up" or moustaches.

Some just threw a coat on and went down to the front gate in the drizzling rain to meet their guests.

Then, the concert . . . A small chamber music group opened the evening with the National A n them and a short item. T h e West W i n g Seniors then appeared to be in a mix-up with initials in " A l l on a Summer's D a y . " T h e Juniors of the same W i n g followed with an operetta, in which we d:scovere<d that certain voicyc could be most melodious. The disciplined marching of the soldiers was also impressive. Half of U p p e r Tower presented " T h e Bathroom D o o r " while the other half gave an attractive dance which they had composed themselves. "Make-Believe," performed

by Lower Tower, showed us two little school children, carried in their imagination to an is'and of pirates and dusky maidens, where teaching was punishable by death. Quite as a contrast, but as a fitting ending, East W i n g gave " T h e Gondoliers" memorable f o r the Duke's dropping hanky and the touching love scenes.

After yet another famous Birthday Night supper, plenty of talk and laughter, speeches, g o o d byes. and clearing up, we all dropped off to sleep, tired but happy.

—L.G. In M e m o r i a m — W . M . Hughes PRIME

MINISTER

DISTRIBUTES

PRIZES

" T h e weather on the evening of 'Speech Night,' 11th December, 1916, was cold, boisterous, and very wet, but in spite of this the Town Hall was crowded, and the enthusiasm culminated in the reception given to the Prime Minister, Mr. W . M. Hughes, who gave some earnest advice to the girls before distributing the prizes."

March, 1917.

•SILVERA N D GREEN

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presented a pageant, "The Seasons," with music for the parents of the little ones. The programme was thoroughly enjoyed.

"There is sweet music here that softer falls Than petals from blown roses on the grass" —Tennyson The activities of the Music School have again this year been many and varied.

Many girls have had the opportunity of attending the Celebrity Concerts and hearing the orchestra under various notable conductors—Juan Castro and Tibor Paul, f o r example—or artists, such as Michael Rabin, Dorothy Maynor and Elena Nickolaida.

O n 26th June, in the Malvern T o w n Hall many school, M.L.C. included, in this district, contributed choral and instrumental items f o r the V . S . M . A . Festival. T h e annual Chamber Music Festival was held on 4th July in the British Music Society rooms. W e contributed to the programme a double violin concerto, clarinet duo and three items by the Madrigal group.

O n 7th Ju'y, the School Choir assisted the Methodist Youth Department, by contributing to a Festival Programme arranged in the Melbourne Town Hall, at which Youth Groups and Choirs f r o m Ballarat, Geelong, Bendigo and Melbourne contributed.

T h e Senior School Music Recital on 25th July upheld its usual high standard. T h e programme was varied and the Lullaby and the two clarinet original compositions were especially interesting.

"Ruth helps the school, and the school helps Ruth," said one newspaper of the concert which Ruth Price, an old girl and pianist gave in the Me'bourne Town Hall on 28th July in aid of the New Assembly Hall Fund. T h e School Choir assisted with the programme and everyone said the evening was a wonderful success; many distinguished musicians, including Sir Bernard Heinze were in the audience. Mrs. Chambers kindly arranged all the booking, and financially the evening was a success—a total of £320 was raised.

1st August brought the V . S . M . A . Orchestral Festival held in Melba Hall at the University Conservatorium.

There was an element of anxiety among the M.L.C. players, when their conductor failed to appear at the appointed time. However, he arrived eventually, and they were able to play, but the programme had to be altered slightly. It was thrilling at the end of the evening f o r the three hundred players f r o m all Melbourne schools to perform their three prepared works under the baton of Mr. Juan Castro.

One Chamber Music Group and the Madrigal Singers were recorded f o r the Education Week broadcasts in August by the A.B.C. O n the afternoon of 26th August, the Junior School, under the direction of Miss Alison Hall,

A n d yet another Festival . . . T h e Senior School House Music Festival this year was held in the Malvern Town H a ' l on 26th August in the evening and raised £70 f o r our New Assembly Hall Appeal. W e were pleased for the first time to have our parents present at this function, and also we hope our Elsternwick sisters enjoyed, the evening. T h e results were as follows: Berry, 4 1 7 i ; Krome, 406; Cato, 3961; Fitchett, 394|.

The Wesley H y m n Festival held in Exhibition Bui'ding on 21st August was attended by a large number of M.L.C. girls and staff. Those who attended were convinced that "meet and right it is to sing in every time and place . . . " ; they felt the evening was an inspiration, and the hope that this would be an annual event was expressed.

At the farewell of Sir Bernard and Lady Heinze at the University, prior to their departure f o r Europe and America on 17th September, the Madrigal Singers were honoured by being asked to provide the programme. They had difficulty in preparation, but with a few practices during the holidays, they did their best and thoroughly enjoyed the evening. It was a very great honour to have Madame Bascourret de Gueraldi f r o m Paris, and her gifted daughter, in the audience.

As usual on Back to School Day f o r O ' d Collegians, a musical and speech programme was given which was most entertaining.

O n 24th October the Madrigal girls provided part of the programme f o r the Assistant Mistresses' Association even'ng, held at M.L.C. Mr. Mack Jost and Mr. Paul McDermott also provided delightful items.

There was the usual large number of candidates f o r both practical and theoretical examinations this year and the results were gratifying.

T h e Middle School House Music Contest was held on 30th October. Much promise was shown by the girls in this part of the school. Dr. Floyd adjudicated as usual and the results this time were: Fitchett, Berry, Krome, Cato.

This year the Middle and Lower School Recital was held on the evening of 7th November, so that parents might attend. Much promising talent was forthcoming.

T h e Midd'e School Choir and Intermediate Musical Appreciation Classes under the direction of Mrs. Kelson, prepared the musical side of a "Festival of Christmas" which was produced by Mr. Seymour. This was held in the Independent Church, Collins Street, on 28th November, and was open to the public.

Several members of the School Orchestra are going to the music camp at Geelong Grammar during the Christmas vacation. Some of our staff f r o m the Music School will be tutors again. This is perhaps a suitable time to urge girls to take up some kind of orchestral instrument. It is such fun to play in the School Orchestra and Mr. McDermott always gives newcomers a warm welcome.

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W e are sorry to say goodbye to some of our members of staff, who are leaving for Overseas and further experience. Miss Doris Slatter (piano) is going to England, Miss Flora Mclndoe (singing) is leaving for Canada, before the end of term.

Her work is being taken over by Miss Neva Start, Mus.Bac., who has just returned from two years of further experience overseas. W e are pleased to welcome her back as a member of staff again.

We hope to have Miss Winifred Mitchell, Mus.Bac. again with us next year. She too, has had two years overseas and will take up her work again with piano, theory, harmony and counterpoint. News has just come to hand that Mrs. Kelson will not be returning to M.L.C., as she is to be married early in the new year. W e extend to her and all the other members of staff our good wishes, and are sorry they will not be with us in 1953.

In closing we would like to thank Miss Flockart and all the members of the music staff for all the help they have given in guiding our musical activities during the year.

W e would like to wish every one of them a happy and restful holiday.

—L.D.G. and L.E.A.

Music Examination Results Piano Grade VII.—Honours: Pamela Greenall, Frances McCarthy. Credit: Denise Lear, Barbara Gough. Pass: Nola Thomas.

Grade VI.—Honours: Glenis Granger, Beverly Smith, Elizabeth Duncan, Jane Elton, Judith Walker. Credit: Janice Zimmermann, Janice Beilby, Barbara Wenborn, Margaret A. Martin.

Pass: Jocelyn Curnow.

Grade V.—Honours: Carmel Gottlieb, Joyce Haggar, Margaret Adamson, Wendy Orton, Margaret Scott. Credit: Margaret Harris, Paddy Dixson, Helen Lester, Davida Switson, Margaret Hirons, Elizabeth Milnes, Joan Corbett. Pass: Margaret Butlin, Shir.'ey Peake, Marilyn Percy, Elaine Schuch, Eulalie Hepburn, Doreen Millikan, Kay Phipps, Wendy Parkes, Robin Parkes, Anne Paton, Judith Vertigan, Marjorie Burns, Jean Leggo, Joan Lade, Barbara Marshman, Margaret White, Helen Purves, Dione Schultze.

Grade IV.—Honours: Judith Macdonald, Pamela Webster. Credit: Leonie Day, Jennith Smith, Janice DeLacy, Wendy Renkin, Marli Albiston, Glenis Griffiths, Lois Becroft, Margaret Colbert, Myra Langford, Pamela Holland, Elizabeth Ralton, Isabella Rowland, Carol Brewer, Patricia Hand. Pass: Felicity Field, Margaret Lidgett, Isobel Parry, Bernice Heffernan, Judith Webb, Annette Smith, Wendy Wellard, Nola Peddle, Barbara Shaw.

Grade III.—Honours: June Broadbent, Vio'a Tsiang, Ruth Arnold. Credit: Ruth Harvey, Lynne Courtier, Berice Callander, Elsa Hepburn, Dorothy Jones, Lynette Macleod, Stephanie Tasker, Maroa Schuch, Jill Carter, Kay Hewitt. Pass: Valerie Hewitt, Elizabeth Lade, Edith Hatt, Margaret Langstreth.

Grade II.—Honours: Janice Hughes, Judith Knell, Pamela Woolf, Nola Louey Yen, Janet Kirton. Credit: Valerie Holm, Ann Simmons, Margot Lloyd, Nancy Chapman, Gillian Davies, Jill Price. Pass: Airdrie Hutton, Barbara Dipro.se, Margaret Eddy.

Grade I.—J-Ionours: Janice Martin, Rosalie Adams, Pauline Morgan, Margaret Ralton.

Credit: Dorothy Palmer, Lana Gottlieb, Gail Taylor, Diana Schultze, Margery Davies, Pixie Dixon, Elisbeth Jaissle, Barbara Lawrence. Pass: Judith Cockram, Angela Layh.

Preliminary.— Credit: Shona Phillips, Judith Plummer, Thalia Rist, Helen McQueen, Enid Sommerfeld, Annette Meller. Pass: Janice Cockram.

Violin Grade VII.—Honours: Gretta Patricia Elliott.

Bull.

Credit:

Grade IV.—Credit: Elizabeth Sampson.

Flute Grade VI.—Credit: Bernice Hargrave.

Grade V.—Credit: Joan Corbett.

Grade IV.—Credit: Alwyn Jone.

Clarinet Grade VI.—Honours: Pamela Webster.

Theory Grade VI.—Honours: Pamela Webster. Credit: Katharine O'Neill. Pass: Pamela Greenall.

Grade V.—Honours:

Frances McCarthy.

Grade IV.—Honours: Margaret Scott, Beverley Price, Beverley Smith. Credit: Margaret Yeo, Wendy Orton, Glenis Granger, Elizabeth Duncan, Jean Leggo, Margaret A. Martin. Pass: Alwln Jones, Janice Zimmermann, Joan Lade, Eril Hutton, Judith Vertigan, Gretta Bull, Joan Corbett.

Grade III.—Honours: Margaret Adamson, Bernice Hargrave, Anne Paton, Helen Purves, Shirley Peake, Barbara Marshman. Credit: Margaret Hirons, Pamela Holland, Isobel Parry, Dione Schultze, Jennifer Hosken, Marilyn Percy, Stephanie Tasker. Pass: Wendy Renkin, Paddy Dixson, Margaret Lidgett, Davida Switson, Janice Beilby, Joyce Haggar, Nola Peddle.

Grade II.—Honours: Mary Hansford, Judith Walker, Rosalind Johns, Barbara Diprose, Carmel Gottlieb, Jocelyn Cornell. Credit: Leonie Day, Patricia Waycott, Elaine Carter, Judith Webb.

Grade I.—Honours: Lynette Tocknell, Valerie Holm, Lynette MacLeod, Anne Simmons, Viola Tsiang, Josephine Browning, Elsa Hepburn, June Broadbent, Joy Webb, Mar'i Albiston, Elizabeth Sampson, Shirley Wellard. Joan Kniese.

Musical

Perception

Grade VIII.—Pass: Barbara Gough.

Grade V.—Credit: Helen Lester, Bernice Heffernan. Pass: Margaret Colbert, Wendy Parkes, Denise Lear, Nola Thomas, Eulalie Hepburn, Doreen Millikan, Adrienne Wait.

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Grade I I I . — H o n o u r s : Jennith Smith, Margaret White, Robin Parkes, Elizabeth Ralton.

Credit: Annette Smith, Elizabeth Milnes, T . M. Rowland.

Grade I I . — H o n o u r s : P. T . Hand. Credit: W e n d y Wellard.

Art of Speech' Notes Being able to speak well is an asset any conscientious girl can have; and the school has shown its desire to achieve this aim by the interest shown in Art of Speech this year.

Miss O'Keefe was again adjudicator f o r the Art of Speech Scholarships at the beginning of the year T h e scholarships were awarded to Lesley T o l d , Alison Benjamin, Helen Dodgshun, Alison Jones and A n n e Thwaites. These girls are grateful to the Parents' Association and the Dramatic Society.

At the service f o r Anzac Day, Lesley and Alison gave an interesting reading f r o m John Masefield s fine epic, "Gallipoli."

T h e reading at the School Service is always an impressive part. This high standard was maintained

by Lesley T o l d , Beverley Sharman, Louise Gault, Jennifer Harding and Marjorie Davies, who spoke the O l d Testament lesson and Alison Benjamin, who gave a reading f r o m the Book of Revelation.

A t the end of term S.M.C. service, a group of girls read several sections of a poem called The Witnesses." T h e poems written in a simple sincere style by Clive Sansom seek to give a composite portrait by showing the effect produced by Christ's life on the people who came in contact with H i m .

A delightful recitation " T h e Lord Chancellor's S o n g , " f r o m "Iolanthe," was given by a group of girls at Back to School Day. T h e two senior scholarship winners also contributed to the p r o gramme.

This year we welcomed Miss Illingworth back f r o m her trip abroad and after Second Term, Mrs. Leith, a new member of the Art of Speech staff.

T h e excellent work done by Miss Dwyer and her staff has been shown in the active part taken by the Speech Department in the life of the school this year, and also by the results of the A.M.E.B. Speech Examinations (results below).

Our sincere thanks are offered to Miss Dwyer and her staff f o r all they have done f o r the school.

Art

of

Speech

Examination

Results

Preliminary.—Credit: Desma Crane. Pass: Felicity Blandford.

First Grade.—Honours: Janice Luke, Valerie Cordner, Lynn Phillips. Credit: June Bassett, Glenys Lord, Diane Humphrey, Margaret Eddey, Deanna Dabscheck. Pass: Shirley Karp, Vivienne Wajsbrem, Barbara Armstrong.

Second Grade.—Credit: Helen Carthew, Alison Jones.

Third Grade.—Honours: Alison Benjamin.

Credit: Helen Dodgshun, Janice Horley.

Fourth Grade.—Practical: Honours: Lesley Told. Theory: Honours: Lesley T o l d .

Dramatic Notes A f t e r a year of interesting dramatic work, we budding actresses find ourselves very versatile, having mimed, read, declaimed, and imagined ourselves as every conceivable type of person f r o m queens to burglars. W e have even f o u n d that some of our members can portray certain animals most realistically.

Acting destroys self-consciousness and, having grown used to performing before other girls, we no longer feel nervous, and can enjoy this relaxation f r o m school work. W e learn stage craft, the control of body and mind, and how to use our imaginations and to express ourselves more freely.

Despite the disappointment over the abandonment of the school play, "Jane Eyre," owing to ill-health among the cast, we are still glad we attempted it as the work and practice it involved provided invaluable experience f o r all concerned.

T o Miss Dwyer, who worked tirelessly during the preparation f o r the play we are deeply indebted, and also we wish to thank her f o r her instruction and advice throughout the year.

As well as the Senior Dramatic group there are several others with members f r o m the Lower Threes upwards, so the school is as ' of fine actresses in the future.

W e wish next year's " D r a m a t i c " g : : ' success, and hope that, with many new members, they will find as much enjoyment as we have.

—J.H.

Stop Press!!

NEW

ASSEMBLY

HALL!!!

"1917 has opened splendidly f o r the M.L.C. It gives to us a new Assembly Hall as the school had outgrown its old Assembly Hall. Its place has been taken by a new and, beautiful structure. T h e ground-floor is a series of pine Form Rooms, the home of the new Business Department, which is a striking feature in the College of 1917. T h e upper floor is the Assembly Hall, a noble room twice as big as the present Assembly Hall, with an open woodwork roof, a high dark-wood dado round the whole building, a noble arched window at the eastern end, and perfect arrangements f o r lighting and ventilation. T h e new Hall—-Fitchett Hall is its name—is fitted up with new furniture, and the electric light, and will lend itself admirably f o r social gatherings."

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• S I L V E R A N D G R E E N 16 As the team was comparatively young and composed mostly of last year's junior team, we did not do as well as we would have liked, but the experience gained should augur well for next year's teams.

MK

T h e Junior teams coached by Miss Connor and Miss Harkness, have done extremely well so far, and many young players have shown promise.

W e should also like to thank Miss Perkins f o r the time and advice she has given to us this year.

Athletics Notes This year the Athletics Team competed in two events—the Inter-school Relay and the House v.

School Relay—both of which were held at our Annual Sports Day in First Term.

W e gained third place in the Inter-school Relay, with Korowa and M.C.E.G.G.S. gaining first and second places respectively.

As the House v School Relay is considered the highlight of the sports, there was great excitement and tension. After a very thrilling finish the result was declared a "dead heat." Well done, House!

T h e members of the school team were as follow: J. Edwards, J. Denney, M. Davies, P. Brown, D. Dufty, B. Slade, F. Phillips, J. Salmond.

T h e House team members were: B. Slade, J. Denney, D. Dufty, J. Roe, N. Kubeil, E. W e b ster, J. Dew, H . English.

The are:

results of

the

matches

played

this

year

M.L.C. d. Fintona, 20-1; M.L.C. lost to P.L.C., 21-11; M.L.C. lost to M o r o n g o , 27-17; M.L.C. lost to Hermitage, 12-11; M.L.C. d. P.L.C., 23-3; M.L.C. d. M.C.E.G.G.S., 10-5; M.L.C. d. Lauriston, 7-4.

In conclusion, we should like to wish the 1953 team the best of luck.

—J.c.

Basketball Notes This year's basketball team comprised seven new members, and the competition to gain those seven places was very keen.

T h e team finally chosen was Maureen McClelland ( G . T . ) , Anne Walton ( G ) , Janet Salmond ( A . W . ) , Pauline Brown ( C ) , Janette Gourlay (capt., D . W . ) , Diane Knight ( D . G . ) and Cherril Greenwood ( D ) .

T h e school team to compete against Boarders included G. Hansen, L. Taylor, J. Hosking.

Mention should also be made of Alison O ' G r a d y and Meryl Dalton who played in several matches.

T h e Junior team gained third place in the Junior Inter-school Relay, with, M.C.E.G.G.S. and Korowa gaining first and second places respectively. Despite their defeat, the Juniors are enthusiastic and show great promise f o r future years.

T h e play of the Juniors this year suggests that next year's team will be just as strong.

T h e Junior team members were: E. Jackson, N. Kubeil, R. Nicholls, A . Kornan, F. Phipps, J. Antill, J. Dew, A . Browne.

T h e teams wish to thank Miss Vaughan f o r her valuable guidance and training throughout the Athletics season, and we wish the teams of 1953 every success.

-J.S.

Baseball.

As only two members of last year's team returned, the competition was very keen in regard to the filling of the vacant places in the team.

After much practice and consideration, the team finally chosen was: Pitcher: A . O ' G r a d y ; Catcher J. Coleman; 1st base: D. Knight; 2nd base: J Gour.'ay; 3rd base: A . W a l t o n ; short stop: D Switson; L.O.F.: J. Salmond; C.O.F.: M. Davies R.O.F.: M. Anderson. Marigold McLean, E Clarke, J. Rubenstein, Margaret McLean, ( D i p A . ) and B. Swann also played.

Colours were awarded to J. Gourlay, O ' G r a d y (re-date), J. Coleman (re-date).

A.

Congratulations are extended to Pauline Brown, Janet Salmond, Cherril Greenwood, Maureen McClelland and Janette Gourlay, who received their colours.

T h e results of the matches are as follow: M.L.C. defeated Hermitage, 27-5; P.L.C., 2310; Lauriston, 19-11; M.C.E.G.G.S., 23-5; Fintona,.32-12; Clyde, 29-2; and Teachers' Training College, '17-11.

In conclusion we would like to thank Miss Perkins and Miss Harkness f o r their keen interest and f o r their valuable coaching, which enabled us to be premiers once again.

T o the teams of 1953, the very best of luck.

-J.G.

Cricket T h e weather was not very kind to the cricket enthusiasts of the school when Third Term commenced. In spite of this, the house matches were comp'eted, successfully unearthing many promising young players. T h e school team, chosen f r o m the girls participating in the house matches, was: Margaret McLean (Dip. A . ) , Marigold McLean, J. Gourlay, A . O'Grady, J. Rubenstein, J. Watson, D. Gribble, J. Coleman (wicket keeper), M. A n derson, J. Attree, B. Swann, D . Switson.

• S I L V E RA N D W e have played two games so far this term, defeating both Elsternwick M.L.C. and MacRobertson Girls' H i g h School.

W e have an advantage over other schools in possessing a turf wicket, and turf practice wickets, and this has done much to promote the interest of girls in cricket.

Another advantage that we have is the fact that Miss Perkins, captain of the Victorian W o m e n ' s Cricket Team, is coach of the team, and we thank her very much f o r the coaching and encouragement she has given both the Junior and Senior teams this year.

In cinclusion, we should like to wish the team of 1953 the best of luck.

—J.C.

Hockey Notes As only three of last year's team returned there was keen competition to fill the remaining places.

T h e team finally chosen was: Goalie, M. McLean ( D i p . A . ) , right back, V . Dolan; left back, M. Davies; right half-back, M. Gibbs; centre halfback, M. James; left half-back, K. H u l m e ; riglit wing, B. Greenwood; right inner, B. Nixon (vicec a p t . ) ; centre forward, P. Balfe; left inner, J. Edwards ( c a p t . ) ; left wing, L. Burke.

This year much more interest has been shown by the school towards hockey, and we are sure that the keenness of our Junior teams, coached by Miss Vaughan and Miss H o p p e r , will result in excellent teams f o r the future.

The tremendous enthusiasm shown by the school f o r two of our matches was perhaps due to the fact that they were played against Scotch and Wesley Colleges. A match played between House and School resulted in victory f o r School, however we congratulate the Boarders f o r their excellent team.

Colours were awarded to M. McLean, M. James, B. Nixon, P. Balfe, also J. Edwards received a redate.

T h e team would like to thank Miss Kerr f o r her keen interest, valuable and patient coaching which resulted in us having a successful season.

Results of matches: Hermitage d M.L.C., 4-1; Clyde d. M.L.C., 3-2; Scotch d. M.L.C., 5-1; Wesley d. M.L.C., 4-1; Fintona drew with M.L.C., 3-3 and 4-4; M o r o n g o drew with M.L.C., 1-1; M.C.E.G.G.S. drew with M.L.C., 1-1; Korowa drew with M.L.C., 1-1; T . T . C . drew with M.L.C., 3-3; M.L.C. d. Ruyton, 4-1; M.L.C. d. Tintern, 3-1.

—J.F.E.

Tennis Notes This year only two members of last year's tennis team were available but the new members settled down quickly and formed a strong team.

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T h e team this year is young and will provide a very g o o d foundation f o r future teams.

The players in the team were: Lorraine C o g h lan, Barbara Swann, Janet Miller, Mary H a n n (capt.), Pam Levy, Bev. Lane, Julie Bissett, Bev. Stewart, with Lyn. Holt and Janet Green as emergencies.

Colours were awarded to Lorraine Coghlan, Barbara Swann, Janet Miller, Bev. Lane, and Mary H a n n , to whom we offer our congratulations.

Although we were not premiers, we had a very successful year. T h e matches against M o r o n g o and The Hermitage were cancelled, owing to the wet weather.

Matches were played against M.C.E.G.G.S., P.L.C., Tintern, Carey, Wesley and T o o r a k Training College.

T h e Second and Junior teams had a very successful year and their play suggests that they will maintain the high standard of the teams in the past.

In conclusion, the team wishes to thank Miss Perkins f o r her valuable advice and encouragement throughout the year.

T o the teams of 1953, the very best of luck!

—C.M.H.

Swimming Notes Swimming and life saving activities were as successful during 1952 as in other years.

M.L.C. was again successful in winning the " W i l m a Yarborough Lewis Excellence C u p " f o r the season 1951-52. This cup is awarded to the ladies' club in Victoria with the highest number of points f o r life saving.

There were no swimming or life saving activities in Term II, as the p o o l was not heated.

During the first few weeks of Term III the pool was heated, and life saving was again popular.

W e have hopes of gaining the " W i l m a Y a r borough Lewis C u p " at the end of the 1952-53 season. Because of the large number of girls present each night, it was f o u n d necessary to have practice f o r examinations higher than Intermediate on Tuesdays and Fridays; and Resuscitatio i, Elementary and Intermediate practice was held on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Miss Vaughan and Miss H o p p e r instructed us in the various methods of rescue and release. A new method of resuscitation, adopted by the Royal Life Saving Society, is now being taught to us.

T h e swimming sports, held in First and Third Terms, were very successful. Congratulations are offered to the winn'ng Houses, and to a!l competitors. W e would also like to thank all the Sports Mistresses and House Representatives f o r their help in organising swimming and life saving activities during the year.

—J.McC.

MADRIGAL Back R o w , Front

L. to R . :

Row:

Glenis

Pamela

SINGERS

— P h o t o . C.-Stuart

Granger, Joan Corbett, Jeanette Britten, Pamela Janice P o p e , Beverley Smith, Kath O ' N e i l l .

W e b s t e r , Nancy V i n e e r , Beverley Probert, Betty Belle Rowland, D e n i s e Lear, W e n d y O r t o n .

Sinclair, Scarlett,

Tompkins.

Valarie

Young,

Lesley

Andrew.

— P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

HOUSE A N D SPORTS CAPTAINS Back R o w , L. to R . : Sports Captains: Janet Edwards ( B e r r y ) , Al.'son O ' G r a d y and Judith C o l e m a n ( C a t o ) , Pauline Brown ( F i t c h e t t ) , A n n e Williams ( K r o m e ) .

Front R o w : H o u s e Captains: Lynette H o l t ( B e r r y ) . D o r o t h y Alexander ( C a t o ) , Kerry Pearce (Fitchett), Betty Scarlett ( K r o m e ) .

• S I L V E RA N D The Teenage Dance At the Camberwell T o w n Hall on Friday, 29th August, at 8 p.m., the M.L.C. Teenagers' Dance, 1952, in aid of the Nurses' Memorial Fund, had begun.

Over 250 terpsichoreans with their escorts (thanks to Flight Lieutenant Fletcher, of Frognall) danced merrily and gracefully (we hope) in the presence of Mr. and Mrs. Lord, Mr. and Langstreth, Mr. and Mrs. Chambers, Miss Dahle, and Mr. Edwards, until Mr. Sage, Master of Cere-

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From this dance, the Nurses' Memorial Fund will benefit to the extent of £72, as well as £15 f r o m leis made by the girls.

—G.S.

Sports Fair O n 18th October, M.L.C. was visited by the experts in sport of all kinds. It was a real afternoon out f o r all the girls, as there were many attractions. T h e Junior champions of Victorian tennis gave exhibition matches at the courts during the afternoon and Scotch College Pipe Band provided a colourful scene on the oval with numerous items and exhibitions of Highland Dancing.

T h e gym was used f o r a great variety of entertainments, rapidly following on one after the other. There were exhibitions of table tennis, spectacular fencing and Judo, and some really amazing gymnastics by the Old Wesley Collegians' Gymnastic Club. Then, in the swimming pool, water polo was demonstrated, but as the enthusiasm f o r catching the ball caused the spectators to be soaked, the play developed into a technical procedure of keeping the ball out of the water. This was followed by a demonstration of under-water spear-fishing, in which balloons were used instead of fish.

Archery was another attraction on the oval and opportunity was given to hit the bull's eyes. Besides these exhibits there were many sideshows in which, f o r example, people were given a chance to test the state of their nerves! There was miniature golf on the terraces and there were even "atomic shockers," darts and " A u n t Sallys." The General Science laboratory had projects of various girls on display as an additional attraction. Altogether it was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and our thanks go to Mrs. Chambers and all who helped to make it so. T h e proceeds went to the Nurses' Memorial Appeal.

—L.G.

1920 —Anne

" A Flower in the Bush is Worth Two in the Hand"

'Teenagers

Bossence, Pass V I . B ,

15 yrs., Berry.

monies, regretfully announced the final dance and the National Anthem at 11.30 p.m.

H a d the success of this function been visualised by its organisers, namely Mesdames Chambers and Fox (laurels f o r inspiring it), Sage and Thomas and their committees, the Royale Ballroom might have been engaged! Thanks are also due to all those who so generously gave time, effort and donations f o r the success of the evening.

The Native Plants Preservation Society of Victoria would like to remind us of the very serious condition Victorian wild flowers are in. Our population has increased rapidly and as a result our wild flowers have decreased. W e can see in wi'd flower sanctuaries how beautiful our whole bush would be if we were more careful when we picked flowers. Rabbits may be partly the cause of the trouble, but remember next time you see a Spider Orchid, break it off carefully above the roots if you must at all.

T h e H o n . Secretary of this Society W . Waddell, 2 Denham Place, Toorak.

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"These Old Shades!"

M.L.C. girls of the "naughty nineties"!! Here are some extracts f r o m " T h e Blue Bell," " a school magazine, conducted by the students of the Methodist Ladies' College, Hawthorn."

June, 1892.

At a College social evening "the main portion of the evening programme was a series of lantern views. T h e lantern, which belongs to the College, is a magnificent instrument, and the exhibition of statuary, landscapes and comic scenes could hardly be excelled . . . Views of scenery and historic places of the 'Old Country' served to remind the young Australian native that the wild beauty of the Yarra and the graceful proportions of the Hawthorn T o w n Hall were not without their rivals in that far-off litt'e island of the northern seas." By this the " y o u n g Australian native" is also reminded that 1870, only twentytwo years before the wonders of the magic lantern were described in " T h e Blue Bell," was the first year in which native-born Australians outnumbered immigrants.

Matriculation Examination: "Four girls entered f o r the May examination f r o m the College. Misses Lamble, Pittmann, Davidson, and Carter.

We congratulate them very heartily on their success."

From a private letter: "Paris is full of sad historic memories, but London has a deeper sadness — t h e squalid poverty and moral degradation of a large part of its population"—shades of the I n dustrial Revolution.

September, 1892.

College Items.—"During the past term, the Gymnastic Class has been in the charge of Dr. Werner, and has been much enjoyed by all connected with it. Calisthenics and gymnastic exercises, when properly regulated, are invaluable, and we should like to see many more girls taking them u p . " " T h e swimming bath is full once more, and as soon as the weather becomes a !ittle more settled the classes will be formed. All who joined them last year thoroughly enjoyed them, and we hope quite a large number of girls, boarders especially, will enter their names."

A picnic to Bayswater.—"We had great f u n walking down to the station (Glenferrie). There were such a number of us—twenty-three girls as well as Miss Bath and Miss W a l d o n . Everyone who met us looked surprised at seeing so many girls, while one man said we quite frightened him."

December, 1892.

College N e w s . — " T h e fourth term is rapidly drawing to a close, and Speech Day is within a week of us. T h e serious work of the year is over —Matriculation and school examinations alike— and tennis tournaments, writing competitions, the

finishing of fancy work, and music practice f o r Speech Day are filling up the days."

"Always anxious to encourage budding genius, we publish some of the many poetic effusions showered upon us. T h e death of the Laureate (Tennyson) has awakened the ambitions of our girls . . . 'Couldn't there be a laureatess?' Well, why should there not be? A n d why not an Australian?

G o on, dear girls, the blessing of 'Blue Bell' is yours."

June, 1894.

From "College Influence" . . . "Let us who are on the threshold, so to speak of life's tasks, take courage in our turn and remember that we, too, are sowing f o r the future, and spreading further the influence of our College."

General I t e m s . — " W e are always glad to notice the success of former students, and therefore we have pleasure in printing the following extract f r o m the 'Otago Daily Times': " 'The Dresden papers of 6th March contain notices of the pianoforte playing of Miss Maud Fitchett at a concert in the Dresden Musenhaus.

For some time past Miss Fitchett has been pursuing her studies in music at the Royal Conservatorium of Music in that city, where she is a pupil of the celebrated Laura Rappoldi-Kahrer, herself a pupil of Liszt . . .' " Fun N i g h t s . — " W e have had two very successful Fun Nights since the last issue of 'Blue Bell.'

T h e first on Friday, 6th April, and the second on Friday, 22nd June. O n both occasions a programme of music, tableaux, and games, kept us merry f o r a couple of hours. . . . " "Interspersed through the programme we always have music (vocal and instrumental) and also some merry games. 'Musical Chairs' proved most exciting on these two occasions, as we took sides — a lively contest between 'Violets' and 'Pansies,' ending in a victory f o r the former."

T e n n i s . — " T h e first tennis match of this year was played on Saturday, 16th inst., between our First Four and the First Four of the Presbyterian Ladies' College. . . . T h e players and the visitors then went into the dining hall, when afternoon tea, which was kindly provided by Mrs. Fitchett, was much appreciated, and invigorated the players f o r the next round. . . . During the match both sides played enthusiastically and with spirit. All our girls were very delighted, and a hearty round of cheers was given to the P.L.C. Four, and to their Four who had played so well and thus kept up the reputation of the College."

A n d to conclude, here is an inscription f o u n d under a table in Church House: "Merle Bowring, Janie Butcher—Chums,

1898."

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Presentation to Royalty Whilst my father and I and two friends were' touring Scotland last June, we heard that Queen Elizabeth—the Queen Mother, was to visit Wick, a town on the north-east coast of Scotland, in the County of Caithness, the next day.

So we started off early that morning, f r o m Golspy, a smaller town about forty miles further south, and arrived ear'y at Wick.

W e had a letter of introduction to the Lady Provost (Mayoress Leith) and she asked us to join the councillors in a welcome to the Queen Mother. I was very excited, but my excitement was beyond all bounds when the Lady Provost mentioned that there were Australians present, and the Queen Mother came over and spoke to us personally. She expressed pleasure at meeting Australian visitors so far north in Scotland, and wished us a successful and enjoyable holiday.

She also asked us what part of Australia we were f r o m , and whether we were on a business or pleasure trip, and then addressed me, and asked me if I were having a nice time.

I was thrilled to meet Her Majesty, and it made it an even more memorable holiday for me.

—Catherine R. Cook, H o n . VI.a, Berry.

A First Visit to Canberra My first visit to our Capital Territory took place during the September holidays, and I think Canberra is a lovely city. It is bounded on the southeast by the magnificent mountains of the Great Dividing Range. T h e M o l o n g ' o River flows through Canberra, and divides it into the North and South sides. T h e city was built to a plan; many streets radiate f r o m central points and cross circular roads. T h e lovely street where many ambassadors live, has an unpleasant name—Mugga W a y . There are three compact shopping centres, and shopping is made a pleasure, as bicycle racks, parking areas and sheltered lawns are provided. N o trams hold back the traffic, though buses cause newcomers delay, because these take different routes at different times.

Cotter Dam assures an adequate water supply f o r the future power of Canberra. Its immense

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size reminded me of Port Phillip Bay. Seventy-one million gallons of water pass over the spillway every minute.

Parliament House is an impressive building, and I was surprised to learn that it is only temporary. T h e Senate is furnished in red, and the House of Representatives in green. T h e Speaker's Chair was given to Canberra by the mother of parliaments in England. The deep silence in both Houses awed me, but the members are not so quiet when the Houses are sitting, as we well know f r o m the broadcasts. T h e Chambers are copied from those in England, in both color and design. The desks are in tiers, and each member has his own seat, with padded upholstery and individual lighting. U p stairs in both Houses are galleries f o r the press and public. Hansard reporters sit at a central table, on which are glasses and water for the members, an hour-glass, the mace, and a box identical to one in England, f o r carrying important papers.

T h e Cabinet R o o m was smaller than I expected.

T h e members sit round a large oval table, in identical, ornate leather chairs, and the only distinction between them is that the Prime Minister s chair is larger. There are felt-covered sound-proof doors, and no windows, because all conversation is secret. There is a device in the ceiling f o r drawing out the smoke, and the temperature of the room can be easily controlled.

A special event took place while I was in Canberra. A copy of the famous Book of KeLs was presented to the government and people of Australia, f r o m the government and people of Ireland. T h e Book of Kells is one of the three great examples of Celtic illumination, and is over a thousand years old. T h e original is kept in Dublin, and a page is turned daily. Each day people climb up to see it, and they can be justly proud to say " W e have seen the Book of Kells." It is written in Latin, and tells the Gospel story, with the aid of beautiful illuminated pages. The presented copy is one of the first editions.

T h e ceremony took place in King's Hall, which is a huge foyer in Parliament Hall. It is painted white, and contains many paintings of famous men in Australia's political history. T h e table, manuscript, seal, and pen which Queen Victoria used,

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when she made Australia a Commonwealth, there in a glass case.

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A t the base of one of the hills is the W a r Memorial, a huge impressive stone building. Inside the main entrance is a large open air pool, and people throw money into this f o r the Legacy Club. Surrounding the pool are cloisters, off which open large rooms, containing relics and other souvenirs f r o m wars. A Japanese submarine, captured in Sydney Harbour is there, as well as Kingsf o r d Smith's aeroplane. At the northern end is a small chapel, where many people have surely prayed that there shall be no more wars.

—Elisabeth Tweddle, 16 years, P.VI.c, Fitchett.

Buckingham Palace Mews.

As you enter the Buckingham Palace Mews, you pass under an archway, off which are the stables.

Before the war these held over one hundred horses but during the war His Majesty had to dispose of some of them, and there are now on'y about sixty horses left. Strange as it may seem, the W i n d sor Greys, some of which were a present f r o m Queen Juliana, are less valuable than the bay horses.

After passing under the archway, you enter a quadrangle rather like a parade ground. O n the right are the coach houses containing the State Coach, the State and semi-State Landau and other Royal vehicles.

Many of you will remember the photos of the Queen as Princess Elizabeth on her wedding day, but how many of you noticed that she rode in a different coach on her return f r o m Westminster Abbey? She travelled with her father to the wedding in the Irish State Coach, and returned in the State Landau. T h e Irish State Coach may only be used by the reigning sovereign.

In it has been held each year since the war, a Christmas Party f o r the blind returned servicemen, with a concert and high tea. It was given by the late King and the Queen Mother. They and the Princesses would always attend and walk around chatting with the men. I have no doubt that the Queen will follow in her mother's and father's footsteps by giving this party again this year.

—Helen

White,

V.a,

Fitchett.

Le Beau Paris Leaving behind me the fields of Burgundy, with their waving corn, intermingled with Flemish scarlet poppies, I entered Paris.

Driving along the crowded boulevards, I saw hundreds of sleek cars slide by, be'ng directed by the efficient "gendarmes," at various congested places.

Entering the famous tree-lined avenue of the Champs Elysees, I held my breath at its early Spring beauty. A t the far end, the A r c de Triomphe rose in its gracious symmetry into the heavens, glorifying the soldiers with an everburning flame to remind everyone of the supreme sacrifice paid by these men.

At the other end was the Place de la Concorde, where the terrifying "guillotine" once stood, I stopped to think of all the blood that had been shed on that square, which is such a place of beauty to-day.

Proceeding through the Tuileries Gardens, I saw many fountains playing their water, caught by the sun which made them shine brilliantly.

Away to the right stood the Eiffel Tower, the famous Paris landmark, f r o m which one could have an excellent view of the city, with its numerour church spires.

T h e coach was bought in Dublin by Queen Victoria. It was originally built f o r her use in Dublin only, but she liked it so much that she bought it.

T h e coach has gilt filigree on the top, in the centre of which is the crown. It is pulled by four grey horses in full State harness.

Notre Dame Cathedral was a prominent feature with its secure buttresses and beautifully designed towers. I think it is one of the most beautiful cathedrals I have ever seen. T h e exquisite work of the interior is something which I will never forget.

T h e State Landau is used on all ceremonial occasions by the great officers of State, and it was in this Landau that the Queen travelled back to Buckingham Palace after her wedding. It is a closed-in Landau with the Royal coat of arms on both doors, and on each corner of the roof is a small crown. Two bay horses draw the landau; the horses are in three-quarter State harness.

I entered the Rue de Rivoli, a great shopping centre of Paris, and then went into the Louvre.

This great art gallery is in a fashionable part of the city where the French mademoiselles looked chic in their Spring fashions. T h e Rue de la Paix, one of the most exclusive streets, "vas crowded with shoppers, gazing wistfully into the shop windows of the shops.

T h e riding school, which is situated very close to the stables, is an enclosed stretch of tan. This school was built by Queen Victoria and has a window at one end. It was through this that she watched her children learning to ride. During the war, the Queen and Princess Margaret were taught riding at Windsor. It is also used f o r training all the horses used in Royal ceremonies. There is always plenty of noise, made mostly by pots and pans, so as te accustom the horses to noise.

T h e n along the banks of the River Seine, the water held the reflection of Notre Dame Cathedral and people were sauntering along in the warm sunshine, pausing to watch a fisherman, or an artist painting, or just to sit on park benches and gaze at the busy Paris life going by.

Travelling up to the Sacre-Coeur Church on the hill, I thought the view of Paris was magnificent with the River Seine lazily flowing under the

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Paris is a place that one can never forget; all memories of her beauty are cherished by all who visit this city.

— M a r i e Thomas, 15 years, V.e, Fitchett.

John Peel's Country During a drive, our Uncle Frank took my sister, mother, aunt and me to Carlisle. T h e two most interesting parts we saw were the Lake District and Troutbeck. T h e Lake District is by the famous mountains situated off the Pennine Chain.

It had been snowing earlier and the mountain tops were white. T h e sun came out, glistening on the snowy summits and the trees near us sparkled and shimmered, looking like a fairy wonderland.

The lakes were lovely too, with their depth of blue. T h e crocuses by the side of the lapping waters were gay with their white, orange, yellow and purple colours. T h e daffodils were not out then, but the crocuses made up f o r them. Most people like the lakes best but I liked the mountains because they were so majestic and calm especial'y f r o m a distance.

T h e n we went to Troutbeck, where John Peel lived and was buried. O n the way we saw all the wide fields where he probably hunted "with his horn and his hounds in the morning." W e stopped at a little church and saw his grave. It was a plain, flat stone with his name and those of several other Peels inscribed o n it, but on the corner in low relief was carved a hunting horn. T h e song had made him immortal, sung by people all over the world, but his grave was in a quiet churchyard, where very few see it. O n either side of the churchyard path were dainty snowdrops, looking fresh and new between the age-old tombstones. As soon as we had left the place we saw a man leading two hounds. It seemed an echo of the days gone by.

— D o r o t h y Davies, 11 years, IH.b, Berry.

Nauru Island Nauru is a small atoll, situated about 26 miles south of the Equator. It is 13 miles round, 2 i miles wide at the widest part, with a lagoon o n the north side of the island. There is a flat beach, gradually rising towards the centre of the island, which is where most of the phosphate fields are.

Phosphate is the chief product of Nauru.

T h e phosphate is mined by the open cut method and is either blasted out f r o m the pinnacles, or taken out with grabs f r o m cable-ways. It is then tipped into trucks, which go along a railway, then into a drying shed. W h e n the phosphate has been dried and crushed, it goes onto an endless belt, leading to a storage bin. W h e n a ship comes to load phosphate, it pours f r o m the bin on to another endless belt, which carries it along an iron

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work arm, which extends out over the holds of ships. T h e phosphate then goes down a chute to to the holds—it is not bagged, but simply bulk handled.

There are many beautiful trees o n the island—• palms, Tamana wood (a fine knotted wood that polishes beautifully), as well as mango trees, bread fruit, paw-paws and rubber trees.

T h e island is surrounded by a coral reef, 100 yards f r o m the beach. Beyond the reef, there is a sudden drop to bottomless depths—no one knows how deep the water is over the reef.

Sharks and colourful tropical fish abound in the surrounding ocean. Natives do a lot of fishing, and also gather the lovely coral that grows o n the edges of the reef.

There is an air strip on the island, built by the Japanese, who occupied Nauru during the Second W o r l d War. T h e air strip was built by using forced labour.

T h e address of this tiny island, Nauru, is just "Central Pacific," but the people who live there would not change their isolation f o r all the bustle of civilised life.

—Shirley Merryless, H o n o u r bara Tingman, D i p . A .

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Christmas Day in Holland W e were awakened about six o'clock by the sound of bells f r o m many churches which continued to ring.

W e began the day with a lovely breakfast of ham, thin slices of cheese, boiled eggs, brown and white bread, apricot jam, plenty of butter, Christmas bread with fruit and peel, fresh rolls, rusks, oranges and tea.

T h e breakfast table was decorated with white candles in red candlesticks; red ribbon was tied around red azaleas and white hyacinths; and we used pretty serviettes.

O u r Dutch landlady directed us to the English Reformed Church, the entrance of which is through a narrow passageway. It was a surprise to find a large square with old-fashioned Dutch house all around and with the church in the centre.

Inside the church was a beautiful Christmas tree, decorated with white candles and silver frost and the children were given gifts. Some of the children were dressed in snow suits lined with tartan material.

After the service, we went f o r a trip on a big motor launch along the numerous cana's and out into the bay among the big ships.

O n e house fronting a canal had windows that looked blue f r o m the outside, but our guide said that they were white f r o m the inside—the secret of making this special glass has been lost.

W e passed along many canals of houses with gay black and red shutters on the windows, and

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some of the barges anchored along the canals had small Christmas trees. T h e guide o n the launch described items of interest whilst passing and repeated his descriptions in three languages.

In the afternoon, we went to the City Art Gallery and saw paintings by many famous Dutch painters, including some by Vermeer, de H o o c h , Frans Hals and also the world famous picture called " T h e Night W a t c h , " a very large painting, about three hundred years old, by Rembrandt. It was set up in the centre of a large room, and there were hardly any other paintings in the room.

— J u d y Weetman, 12 years, Lower IV.b, Berry.

Advertising in the East Red paper in China is a symbol of prosperity and because on New Year's Day, parents, relatives and friends give "red packets" to children of their acquaintances, the shopkeepers take this opportunity of presenting "red packets" to their f r e quent customers. These packets do not contain money, but instead the things which the shopkeepers sell. For instance, the grocer will give cabbages, the butcher will give a "kati" of pork, and the bean-curd maker will present a bottle of his tasty bean-curd to his customers.

It seems, as one makes one's way through an Eastern city, that the main concern of everybody is to make things before one's eyes, and sell them when they are made. This has the advantages of attracting the attention of curious customers. O n e often sees those umbrellas with their bamboo frames and oiled-paper covers of various colours, but chiefly red, in the process of making. This sort of ware must be very profitable to the maker, because however strong and g o o d his umbrellas are, it will not be long before the paper will be torn with rough daily use, and he is sure of an almost endless demand f o r his goods.

In India, the people try to advertise their goods by engaging a snake charmer or conjurer to do tricks to attract the passers-by. In Singapore, advertising by quack doctors is a flourishing business at night. At every turn of the road in Chinatown one can see the doctor giving talks on his magnificent medicines. H e claims to be able to cure known diseases by his medicines, which are evilsmelling liquids in glass bottles. There is a hurricane lamp by his side to throw light on his goods.

T h e inventions of modern science have even reached the doctors now! They have microphones to announce to the people, and between talks, hit tunes are played, to the obvious enjoyment of their audience.

In all Oriental countries the process of "maim a i " is carried on. " M a i - m a i " is the Eastern system of barter. In Western countries, before prices are fixed in the wholesale markets and stock exchanges, there is an assessment of va'ues between wholesale buyers and sellers. That being fixed, the retailer has nothing to do but to add his charges f o r transport, management and free profit. But in Eastern retail shops, the reta'ler and wholesaler are less distinguishable, and the process of

price adjustment is thus determined by the knowledge and clever argument of the se'ler and buyer in the shop itself. O f course, there is some satisfaction in being master of your purchase price.

T h e shopman asks you f o r 10 dollars f o r a vase which he would be happy to sell you f o r 4 dollars.

If, after a considerable negotiation, you get it f o r 6 dollars, you feel glad to have gained 4 dollars under the original price, and he is equally glad to obtain 2 dollars hard cash more than it might have been possible to obtain. There is much colour and pleasure in this process of mai-mai.

T h e travelling cookshop a'so does a flourishing business at night, especially when the shows are over. T h e owner of the cookshop attracts attention by hitting two specially des'gned sticks together.

The pleasant "tick-tock" sound of the travelling shop usually brings a smile to the face of one who has just come out of the theatre.

Thus we see that in all countries on the face of our earth, publicity is used in commerce. But the modes of advertising differ f r o m place to place, and these and the customs of various peoples make travel interesting and educational.

— M a r y Chan, Pass VI.a.

A Canal Trip in Venice T h e dusk was falling as we clambered into a large, black gondola, and were rowed gent'y out on to the calm water which lapped at the side of our conveyance as we glided silently out among the boats going about their business on the Main Canal of Venice.

Our bronze-skinned gondo'ier wore a straw boater and a white sailor shirt and blue trousers.

H e rowed rhythmically w'th the one long black oar by pacing slowly up and down the tiny covered portion at the stern of our craft.

W e passed many ancient palaces which had fallen into disrepair and were overgrown with weeds. Outside these lovely examples of architecture were tall mooring posts striped with the colours of ancient famil es.

T h e most notab'e palace was the world-famous Doge's Palace, which contains the largest room in the world, and it was in excellent repair.

T h e Grand Canal was thronged with all types of craft—gondolas ferrying people across the canal; larger boats carrying cargo; and crowded water-buses.

W e passed under the Rialto Bridge which has sleepy shops on either side of the pavement all the way across. Shortlv after we turned into what seemed a maze of small canals, bordered on either side by dirty buildings with boats tied at their back-door posts.

As we approached corners, the gondolier uttered long, drawn-out. melodious cries to warn boats approaching in the opposite direction. These sidecanals were very twisting and the water was littered

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S o o n we emerged onto the Grand Canal again and were told that we had cut off a large curve by going across country.

Shortly we re-entered the small canals which the soft light of the twilight now made more appealing. W e passed the water gate of a glass-blower's establishment where hotlooking men could be seen working in the strong glow of furnaces.

After a few more drowsy ininutes on the lovely lapping canals, we passed under the beautiful Bridge of Sighs, which is so called, because it was the bridge over which prisoners went to their trials in the Doge's Palace. S o o n after we arrived back at our starting point and disembarked after a very memorable and beautiful trip on the canals of Venice.

— J o a n Weetman, 13 years, IV.a, Berry.

A Visit to Papua I was born in Papua so last Christmas I considered myself very fortunate to be able to visit my birthplace once more.

I went by Skymaster and arrived in Port Moresby at 6 a.m. From there we boarded the Catalina f o r Abou. Flying above the land it seemed as if we were lpoking down upon an im-

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mense stretch of lawn, dotted with occasional dolls' houses and minute streams. From A b o u the next stage of our journey was undertaken by native canoe and motor boat along the coast.

W e arrived, at last, at my grand-parents' copra plantation and were extremely pleased to be able to go f o r a swim. T h e water was lovely and. warm, but we had to wear rubbed sandals because of the coral.

During the weeks on the plantation much of the day was spent watching the work of the natives shelling the coconuts ready to be put in the firehouse to be smoked and turned into copra. Copra is used in the making of margarine, soaps, oils and explosives. T h e natives rise early and prepare f o r work. Then there is roll call and the bell f o r work, they are each given a task. The natives that are the furthest away have the least to do, and as they get closer to the house they have more.

O n c e a week in the afternoon they get their weekly rations that consist of a tin of meat and fish, soap, tobacco, matches, sugar, flour, rice and dried peas. They also get new "ramis," but they don't get these very often.

At last we boarded the plane and returned home after a very enjoyable holiday.

—Sandra Epstein, 11 years, I l l . b , Fitchett.

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Original Contributions Senior Section Communion Steady, white, obliquely falling, Solid yet filmy like; a band of gauze, O n e long sunbeam stabbed the soft dimness Through the leaded petals of a wall-locked rose.

It lay on the curtains, slid down their sleek folds So lustrous and languid like a forest at midnight With the moon on the tree trunks and shadows between.

It fell in a pool and broke into spray That lay like the dust f r o m a butterfly's wing O n the soft dappled carpet o n the grey altar stairs.

T h e cold sun lit the faces of flowers That sprang f r o m a vase of liquid gold, A n d mingled with the flimsy flecks of bloom Till each flower stretched like a tethered star Against the shadowed drapes behind.

O n either side of the Holy Table Two smooth white candles in golden sticks Burned, each topped with a living flame Amber-hearted, glowed warm in the chill splintered light Constant, power-bright, penitent, pure.

The Book lay there open with crisp crumbVd page Shadow-barred, marked with a glossy green ribbon, A n d the light-dimpled paten, the bright fullblown chalice Shone in the greyness of the cold Sabbath dawn.

Untouched by the sunbeam's insidious streaming, Majestic, in shadow, by shadows defined, Stood the stark slender Cross—central, apart, Framed by light flowers, flanked by slim candles,

It was Strength; it was Passion—the symbol of love.

She heard as she knelt there, fairy dust on her hair, The shrill chatter of thrushes in that tapering eaves: But f o r this, all was silent; and there was peace in her soul.

—Jennifer Harding, H o n o u r V l . a .

St. Helena Church St. Helena is a little church nestling in the quiet hills between Eltham and Greensborough.

This picturesque little place is held to be the smallest church in Australia. It is surrounded by beautiful trees which shelter its small graveyard and shade the church itself. Flowers grow profusely along the narrow path that leads to the main entrance.

T h e church has stained glass windows depicting some events in the life of Christ, each window being dedicated to past members of the congregation; there is an organ, and all the other furnishings that would be f o u n d in a city church. It is maintained by contributions f r o m any visitors interested enough to donate a few shillings towards its upkeep. Services are held each first and third Sunday in the month, and Sunday school is conducted each week.

St. Helena Church is of great historical interest as Anthony Beale, the man who built it, was N a p o leon's bursar on the island of St. Helena, hence the name.

The church was originally privately owned by Anthony Beale who built it in memory of his wife who died there. Later, he willed St. Helena Church to the district.

•—Margaret Pou'ton,

V.b,

Berry.

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G R E E N 28 "Coral

Silhouette I saw them on a winter day when dusk was drawing nigh, A row of pointed fir trees etched against a frosty sky, T h e evening air was sharp and sweet, and one pale shivering star Reflected to the silent world a message f r o m afar.

I saw them tossing in a storm, a windswept sky behind, \ Their feathered tops Kent low before the rushing of the wind; Again I saw them one dark morn, grey, shapless in the mist W h i c h shrouded them in gentle folds as boughs and branches kissed.

I saw the morning sky behind flush slowly in the dawn, A n d stretch their purple shadows out across the dewy lawn, While, silhouettes against the light, they stood out dark and bold Until the dawn burst into day and crowned them all with gold.

I

wandered in the pine grove on a shining Christmas Night, A n d thought I saw upon each bough a flick'ririg candlelight; I looked up to the summer sky and gazed witn awe above, For every tree was set with stars, and with Immortal Love.

—Bernice Carter, H o n o u r V I . b , Fitchett.

Gems of Dawn Diamonds nestle in the grass, Or suspended, hang Sparkling f r o m branches.

T h e pearly sky is streaked with Slowly melting into delicate Amethyst.

T h e first golden sun's rays Pierce the silvery iciness O f the air.

Trees like jet in the half light Gradually merge into a glowing Emerald, At dawn.

ruby,

— M . Gibbs, 16 years, H o n o u r VI.b, Fitchett.

Thank You W e thank Y o u f o r the wondrous skies, The beauty of the changing trees, T h e music of the wild bird's cries, Caresses of the summer breeze.

W e thank Y o u f o r our troubles, too, Our disappointments—trivial things T o those which once confronted Y o u .

T h e perfect joy which giving brings, Perfection in a tiny flower, T h e grandeur of the sweeping plain, The newness of each waking hour, W e thank Y o u , Lord, f o r these again.

—Beryl W i l d ,

14 years, V.a, Cato.

Sea"

Alas! no field of Flanders poppies red Shall serve to mark the bravery of our dead.

T h e viewless south-east trade winds fan the wave That hurries o'er the depth that is their grave, Leaving no monument in that wide sea T o tell all men your deads of gallantry.

Yet, in our hearts we mourn you as our kin.

Our consort in the freedom we shall win, T h a n whom no ship has shown more proof by worth T o rank with "Sydney," "Canberra" or "Perth."

For when the foe sailed down the Coral Sea, Y o u r splendid airmen fought to make him flee "Lexington" helped to turn him back and foil T h e Japanese invasion of our soil.

Y o u r names shall live forever in our ranks, Ennobled by a grateful nation's thanks.

—Valerie

Cordner, V.e,

Berry.

Interlude Ominous. Still the clouds continued to release Their ruinous burden—the rain, hail and sleet: Thunder, lightning, horror—would it never cease?

This fury that had rent the heavens, and beat Down upon the helpless acres there beneath, Reducing lands, once fertile, to countless feet O f murky water. T h e trees, their twisted forms without a leaf T o cover the bedraggled birds that sought retreat Within their boughs; the tiny houses, nestling in the sleet O n yonder hill, seemed to reflect to the outer world T h e terror that their inmates felt, as barley, oats and wheat Were swamped, as downward the dark firmament was hurled.

Then, quite suddenly, a gleam shot through T h e inky mass, the banks of cloud.

T h e sun, its shining face still wet with dew, W a s seen, and clouds fell back, their forms all cowed Before this stronger power that lent a brilliant hue T o all the sky; the water sparkled down below, T h e trees stretched naked limbs transformed anew; Bright faces peeped through windows framed with snow.

T h e world awoke, to watch this change—the view That could not last, f o r even now the cloud banks Threatened to return and shadow o'er the blue, T o blot out the sun and render pain anew.

O n c e more the world is dark: the clouds are denser and the sky is black; A frightened sparrow darts f o r shelter in a bent, torn gum.

The rain comes down in torrents—the thunder growls and lightning seems to crack T h e menacing crowds of c l o u d — o n c e more the pain: the world is numb.

—Margot

Fincher, Pass VI.a,

Krome.

• S I L V E RA N D

Alliteration

Le Beau Reve O f t while sleeping In the darkness hours, I see a rose Glowing through the purple O f the deepest shades; Glistening, shining In a shower of dew . .. .

T h e velvet depths O f the crimson sheaths, Like loveliness incarnate A r e somnolent, alluring . . .

T h e vision quivers, Shaken by a breath As gentle as a dream . . .

T h e outline breaks, blurs, Merges into the surrounding Till nought remains But the delicate half-flush O f dawn.

—Elizabeth Fitchett.

Croydon,

17 years,

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GREEN

(or Advice to all Matric. girls.)

eve,

Pass

VI.c,

A Visit to Pentridge A friend of mine, who is a music teacher, was asked to go and p'ay for the girls at Pentridge during some physical fitness exercises which they were being given. Unfortunately, she arrived an hour too soon and f o u n d herself alone in front of the forbidding portals. Screwing up her courage, she rang a loud clanging peal on the bell and immediately a narrow slit was slid open and a voice asked her business. W h e n she explained that she had mistaken the time, she was invited into a glassed-in office, where the gate keeper kept an eye on all who came in or went out. Whilst she was waiting f o r the matron to appear, a piercing siren mounded which preceded the police van full nf prisoners from, the court that had been sitting that day. My friend said that then the full horror of being forced to live within these grim walls and turn one's back on the world, was brought home to her, She hung her head, with shame and sorrow f o r these men, manac'ed to each other in pairs.

T h e gate-keeper was sympathetic: " Y o u mustn't be too tender-hearted here, ma'am. Some of these fellows are happier here than out in the world.

Some can't go straight and some just don't want to be bothered with earning a decent living." But it didn't help much. Surely a great number were there because of the accident of birth, and had ever had the training to make them honest men.

Later, as she played f o r the girls, who were looking quite trim in their blouses and shorts, she studied their faces. Some were sullen, but mostly they appeared just as any group of girls would look in a class. It made her sad to learn that the majority were there f o r vagrancy and again she thought, couldn't we, the people who have had good homes, have done more to help?

—Christine Holden, Pass V l . d ,

Cato.

If, before examination, Y o u lose your power of concentration, A n d find that cause of great vexation— T h e n what you need is relaxation; Y o u ' l l find some day that education Is not alone a presentation O f facts set down with illustration In a text-book-like formation ( O f t e n marred by scribbled mutilation, In spite of care in preparation Of the book f o r publication) ; The result of so much speculation Will only be continuation Of world-wide demoralisation— Or end in your extermination; So save your brain f r o m suffocation Before it reels with coruscation, Or rings with tintinnabulation; Swot will not bring you inspiration, Not even in a French translation, A n d if your brain's in fermentation, Y o u will not pass Matriculation.

If this should lack appreciation, I'll have you know no implication Is meant by this reiteration, For I intend, with application, T o concentrate on cultivation Of mind and brain by observation; A n d so I hope the duplication Of this, my wisest dumination Will spread cheer and illumination A m o n g this present generation.

—"Determination,"

Honour

Vl.b.

The Kitten (From the French, by E. Rostand.)

H e is a black kitten, as cheeky at a page.

He often plays upon my table. M y little playmate Is sometimes sitting, never making the slightest noise; Y o u would think he was a pretty living paperweight.

Nothing, not even a hair of his velvet coat does he move.

Black on a book's white leaf, he is peacefully sleeping, Looking like those pussies that put out their tongues of red cloth: A long time he stays there, sometimes through one eye peeping.

W h e n he amuses-Jaimself, I crouch to follow his movements, H e is clumsy, yet graceful like a bear's quaint cubs.

W h e n I put in front of him a saucer of milk H e utters a small sound, and against me he rubs.

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A t first, with his dainty nose, he sniffs it rather gently, T h e n with very small licks, soft head near the ground, H e laps it up, and as early as then, he is hard at it; Standing near him, I hear, while he drinks, a lapping sound.

H e drinks, his tail moving without stopping once, H e does not lift up his pretty flat nose, and, Till his rough and pink tongue has passed everywhere, Nicely cleaning the saucer, he does not stand.

Having finished already, he licks f o r a moment his whiskers, A t the same time is heard a soft musical purr; A n d as he finds that he has made several spots on his coat, H e smooths himself anew, and freshens his stained fur.

His yellow and blue eyes are like two agates; H e half-closes them, sometimes sniffing with pride; Turns over on his back, having taken his nose in his paws, With the air of a tiger stretching out on his side.

— S o n i a Cartwright, Pass V I . c .

The Buchan Caves T h e discovery of the Buchan Caves was due to the courage and enterprise of a man called Frank M o o n who, by fearlessly lowering himself down on a rope through dark crevices on the hillside and swimming along underground streams, made it possible f o r thousands of tourists to admire the striking formations which have been gradually wrought f r o m the limestone during millions of years of water action and evaporation. At one stage, Moon's exit was blocked by a fall of rock and he was trapped alone in the inky blackness f o r seventeen hours.

After the discovery of the caves, a tremendous amount of work had to be done to make them accessible to the publ.-c—blowing out the entrances, making cement paths, and above all, setting up the complete lighting system. This is very important so that, by placing the lights in the most suitable positions, the visitors can appreciate the full beauty of the natural formations. They are seen at their best when covered with moisture, which sparkles and glitters, making the whole cave like a jeweller's window. Because of the draught caused by the continual opening of the caves, the water will eventually evaporate, the columns will lose their lustre and new caves will have to be opened.

T h e guide leads the tourist along narrow pathways which are often wire-netting tunnels protecting the maze of delicate pinnacles and statues f r o m curious fingers. Every now and then he stops to point out, f o r example, Bambi, the Cameo, or

the Madonna and Child. (It takes a great deal of imagination to recognise these figures f o r oneself!) Besides the stalagmites and stalactites, one often comes upon what looks just like a blanket hanging f r o m a rock, usually with a few folds in it, and stripes along the bottom.

Most of the formations in the Royal Cave are coloured pale orange by iron oxide, but in the Fairy Cava, the second of the two open f o r inspection, and the one which I think is the more beautiful, they are a glistening white. In the Royal Cave one can see the "Niagara Falls," the " T e m p l e of Venus," and the beautiful "Font of the G o d s , " a maze of small stalactites and stalagmites rendered more striking by different lighting effects.

A t one point, one emerges into a huge cavern filled in many places with great piles of rock, and looking down into a deep hole lit with rosy light, and one can easily imagine one is gazing into Dante's Inferno. Then, f o r contrast, you see the pinnarets of the "Eternal City" above. T h e caves are natural'y ventilated and the temperature is constant at fifty-nine degrees, summer and winter.

Some of the highlights of the magnificent Fairy Cave are the sparkling crystal altar, above which a frozen waterfall hangs as a curtain, the mystic, shadowy Oriental corner and the glistening icicles. There is also a realistic beach towel, spotted with sand, a tiny Mickey Mouse, and an angel with folded wings.

Dazed and half-bewitched by the perfection of Nature's architecture in the darkness and silence of the subterranean world, one is brought back to reality by the warmth of the sun, the brightness of the sky, or even perhaps, by a kookaburra's laugh.

T h e green, undulating hills of Buchan, and the lonely bush where the bell and whip birds cail, keep their secret well, f o r no one would believe that they are honeycombed by countless miles of fairy caves.

—Valerie

Beckett,

Honour

VI.b.

Dawn

(Spenserian

Stanzas)

The shadows, echoes of the leafy trees, Are now as still and silent as the night, A n d yet unstirred by wind or gentler breeze, Their stark white branches stretch to leafy height.

In eastern skies, the first, faint flush of light Where earth meets sky, heralds the dewy dawn.

The cold pale lamp of m o o n — h e r silvery flight Is hastened by approach of glowing morn; A hush—the fiery sun appears and day is born.

Amid the trees—so green and quiet cool, T h e sparkling water runs, and here or there Is deeper, broader, like some magic p o o l : A n d every morning early, this is where The spirts of the bushland—bird or hare Or rabbit, bandicoot, koala, t o o — Come down to drink; and f o r one moment share T h e beauty of the golden day so new, T h e warmth of green and brown beneath a sky of blue.

—Lesley Andrew, 16 years, Pass V I . c , Berry.

•SILVER A N D Three Pairs of Eyes Cool, calm and serene are these, Telling of someone sweet, sincere, With deep and inward honesty, A soul to G o d so near.

W o n d r o u s beauty in these eyes, W h i c h gently turn their gaze U p o n the rush of daily life A n d petty human ways.

Soft, and warm, and loving, Deep poo's of brown, this pair, But with a strange vitality O n e finds not everywhere; Burning, eager, spirit-fed A n d filled with laughter too, Brimming full of friendliness A n d zest f o r life anew.

A n Irish pair of eyes are these, I know -not how to tell Of such loveliness as theirs, Although I know them well.

For as the mighty ocean Mirrors skies above, These eyes feel with one, all one feels O f sorrow or of love.

For warmth and humour gently shine In these loving eyes, Mingled with vitality, Excitement, which denies That life is not worth living— W h y ! T h e world is crowned with skies As blue and clear and beautiful As smiling as those eyes A n d if I'm not mistaken, I am sure there gleams A little dash of madness, as well as quiet dreams A n d in their vivid blueness Love sparkles, shining free, Embracing all, forgiving all In calm humility.

—Lynette Hall, 15 years, Pass VI.c.

Peace A gentle breeze stirs softly in the trees, A n d wafts to me the scent of open flowers; T h e praise of a bird is the only sound T o break the silence of the early morn.

The light shines on the roof-tops, clean and bright' „ , , T h e white magno'ia flowers gleam soft and pure, As the sun rises f r o m behind the trees: T h e bustle of the world has not begun, A n d in the quiet garden there is peace.

—Barbara Landells, Pass V I . c .

The Mallee.

"Sow

the seed, and reap the harvest with enduring toil."—Tennyson.

A glorious view unfolds itself to a traveller through the Southern Mallee on a sunny summer Jay—acres of golden grain surrounding each home with a few brown paddocks in between to prevent

GREEN

31

monotony. This scene is the culmination of twelve months of work and worry for the farmer.

For months previous to the sowing of the crop the land has been ploughed several times, until the fallow resembles a fresh garden plot.

Then comes the rain, and later, the actual " c r o p p i n g f r o m April to June.

After that, the farmer has only to watch the crop mature, or fail. T o the farmer it m e a n s wheat production per acre, but to the city dweller it means bread. A r o u n d the end of September the wheat begins to "ear out," that is, the seeds begin to develop in the heads of wheat. If a severe frost occurs at this stage the small grains are likely to shrivel, but if we have a good rain then plenty of sunshine, the heads mature.

T h e n gradually with more warmth in the sun's rays, the green stalks turn to yellow.

By the end of December, many crops are ready to be harvested. Most farmers have had their harvesters or headers completely overhauled, because they will be worked unceasingly f o r the next m o n t h — o r more.

During these busy months the farmer is up with the sun, but does not get to bed until w e l l after it Naturally, there is no " f o r t y - h o u r week tor him. O n e of the small tasks I used to love was to take the lunch out to the men in the paddock and to have mine out there with them. Getting my bare legs scratched by the long dry stubble as 1 walked through it was all in the fun.

T h e wheat yields per acre vary each season, and depend largely on the particular variety ot wheat sown. Some paddocks in a g o o d season may y eld ten bags to the acre, but an average crop f o r a good season is f r o m six to eight bags per acre.

T h e Southern Ma'lea produces much of Victoria's wheat, and is in the rich wheat belt of Australia. T h e flat, undulating country is dotted here and there with huge silos—"cathedrals of the plain," which are. situated at each railway station.

The farmer's work does not end when he has stripped his wheat, f o r most of it has to be carted to the nearest silo. T h e old method of lifting the bags of wheat on the the tray of a truck has nearly disappeared. This idea has given way to the new method of bulk-handling. O n each truck is a "bu'k-body," and by means of small elevators driven by the truck eng ne the bag of wheat is taken to the top of the body, the wheat tipped in and down comes the bag. All the farmer has to do is to lift the bag of wheat on to the elevator. A n average body holds about sixty bags or more^ This method is much quicker and involves much less handling of the wheat. W h e n it arrives at the silo, a small hole is opened at the bottom of the " b u l k " and the wheat pours out and down through the grating hence into the si'o itself by elevators.

Although our silo holds 75,000 bags of wheat, it fills fairly quickly in a good season. T h e huge bulk-head is then used. This holds 25,000 bags.

Wheat is being transported away all the time, but owing to shortage of railway trucks, not quickly enough. T h e n the farmer is put on a quota system—only a certain amount each day.

Standing,

L.

to

R.:

BASEBALL TEAM Jill Rubenstein, A n n e W a l t o n , Davida Switson, Margaret A n d e r s o n . M a r i g o l d M c L e a n , Barbara

Sitting: J .incite G o u r l a y , A l i s o n

O'Grady,

Judith

Coleman

(captain),

P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

Yvonne Swann.

Clark,

Janet S a l m o n d ,

Diane

Knight,

Marjorie

Davies.

— P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

BASKET-BALL TEAM Left to Right: A n n e W a l t o n , Pauline Brown, Cherril G r e e n w o o d , Janette Gourlay ( c a p t a i n ) , D i a n e Knight, Maureen M c L e l l a n d , Janet S a l m o n d .

•SILVER A N D The farmer keeps a certa'n amount of wheat to be used for seed wheat. This is sown the next season and has to be pickled or graded. Not until the last bag has been put into the barn can the farmer rest secure after his year's work.

The Mallee is subject to drought at various intervals, so farming in this area is quite uncertain. W e want rain through the first months of the wheat season, but if we have a severe hailstorm when the crop is ripe, it would be ruined.

During the last few seasons the rain has been coming when we want it, but will it next season?

—Joan Corbett, Pass VI.b.

Biology A few misguided people take delight In bending over rabbits stretching tight, Across wet slabs of cold and greyish stone Exuding forth a fragrance yet unknown To those except the poor unfortunates, Who day by day, come gathering round the plates, To draw thoracic organs "in situ" Or buccal cavity in ventral view; W h o poke the heart to find just wherein is Pulmonary vein, and then arteries Which lead you to somewhere that you will find Is not the place you really had in mind.

When looking for the cornea in the ear, It really does not cause surprise to hear That it is in the front part of the eye, Surrounded by choroid or hanging by Suspensory ligaments or conjuctiva.

It matters little, for you can contrive a Way of changing it before it's gone In practical book to be remarked upon!

Of all the subject studied in this college There seems to be no end to this biologY . For if it's not genetics or psychology, It's an elementary course in physiology.

And to the mistress I do make apology, For lack of science in the phraseology.

—Margaret Inglis, Pass VI.d.

What Do You See? The boy trailed miserably home from school, that rainy afternoon. He saw the grimy factory chimney, belching its black smoke into the rain, he saw the dirty blistered paint peeling from the fences he passed, he heard the harsh cries of a discontented baby, saw the garbage tins, standing, unemptied, like sentinels at the gates. Wearily he slammed his gate, and going inside, announced his return with " N o cricket to-night."

The little girl ran home from school that rainy afternoon. She saw the golden daffodils, nodding in the rain, she saw wisps of grey smoke curling from the chimney, announcing a cheery fire inside, she saw five sparrows, splashing cheekily in a muddy puddle, she felt the raindrops on her face, and loved it. Joyfully running inside, she called, "There is the most beautiful rainbow outside—do come—Valda and look."

Heraud, Honour Vl.a.

33

GREEN Drought

The sun blazed down on the sleeping world, Sweltering in noonday heat.

The very trees drooped their leaves to the ground, And the brovn, cracked earth at their feet.

A shimmering haze lay over the land, Under the azure sky.

Making the ground quiver and dance, Where the sheep lay, waiting to die.

Merciless, tireless, master of all, Triumphant, the sun held his sway, While the land, parched and burned lay submissive and silent, Awaiting with hope the new day.

But day turned to night and the darkness to dawn, And over the hills rose the sun.

With no hope of relief, the world woke from sleeping, A new day of drought had begun.

—Valerie

Brewer,

Dip.A.,

Cato.

Hopeful " O n the first day of Third Term, I decided I'd be at school as early as possible, so I could 'bag' a good desk for my friends and myself . . . " No, that doesn't sound very good. Let me see.

I might be able to write it in poetry.

I thought I'd get up early The first day of Third Term So that I could be at school The first of all our form . . .

(Oh! why won't " f o r m " rhyme with "term"?

I suppose I'd better try again.)

Early first morning The alarm clock stopped And without its loud warning . . .

(Doesn't sound too good, but still, I might be able to make something of it.)

When I finally woke At twenty to eight, It was no joke When I was so late; To discover my stocking, Which I thought quite whole, Had—oh! most shocking A great big hole . . . " This is no good. The lines are all wrong—either too long or too short. Oh! what can I do? I've tried both prose and verse and it just won't go right. And, after all, I only want to say that, on the first morning of this term, I (minus report book) walked in the school gate just as the first bell sounded.

—Doreen White,

15 years, V.a, Fitchett.

•SILVERA N D GREEN 34

34 Our Hats

Our school winter hats are a fascinating topic.

The many and varied types of hats worn by M.L.C. girls provide unceasing interest. As I see it, there are six main methods of corrupting this portion of our uniform. (I came to this conclusion after a great deal of research at the day-girls' gate.)

T h e first is the orthodox method, in which the hat is placed firmly on the head at an angle of approx. 40 degrees, the hair being combed smoothly back under it.

Parisian, name and all.

Whether the school's would-be milliners will succeed in coaxing its immaculate lines into any other shape, only time will tell.

Minor distortions to our head gear may also be caused by subjecting the brim to various changes in altitude at strategic points.

But I must stop now or this will be going to your head. As I made such a complete survey I am " b r i m m i n g " over with information, but to " c r o w n " this, I shall just thank you f o r tolerating me and hope you have not " f e l t " bored.

T h e second method is to wear the brim of the hat parallel to the ground. This is done because:

—Dorothy

(1) T h e wearer has plaits, and f o r the sake of comfort is forced to wear it in this manner.

Lament of a W

(3) The owner takes the attitude that what was good enough f o r Mother is g o o d enough f o r her.

Thirdly, the hat may be worn in the same manner as those worn by our Asiatic brethren, the Chinese coolies. After many years of, faithful service, the hat tends to take the shape of a cone, which enables its owner to suggest exotic fashions.

Owing to the difficulty of defining exactly where the crown ends and the brim begins, the guiding star may be bound around this conical structure in whatever position is desired. T h e effect can be ever so romantic.

M y surname starts with " W " , A n d in my days at school W h e n lining up f o r new supplies A t each new term, I realise H o w little people sympathise A n d keep the Golden Rule.

I'm sorry f o r the Zebra, T h e Wallaby and Yak. In children's books of A.B.C., They're at the back unfailingly, A n d one will find that usually They're torn off at the back.

T h e next on my list of styles is rather difficult to describe. W h e n approaching a girl who wears her hat in this manner one first sees a great shock of hair followed immediately by a face which is partially hidden by the hair (either because the girls is shy or is ashamed to show her face). Further investigation discloses the hat precariously placed on this ready-made bird's nest. Fortunately the hair acts as a wind break and prevents many a catastrophe.

A n d even schoolwork is my foe, As anyone can see H o w common is the letter " A " , With " B ' s " and " C ' s " it's used all day, While " W " must needs give way, — O r so it seems to me.

The fifth method is to encourage the brim of the hat into corrugations of varying sizes radiating out f r o m the crown. T h e number and size of these undulations depends entirely upon the taste of the wearer.

You

See?

That's

Krome.

Through all my short existence, I've always envied those W h o s e surnames start with " A ' s " or " B ' s " , O r even up to " C ' s " and " D s , A n d never can complain of these Eternal cares and woes.

(2) The hat is too large, or

T h e last style of M.L.C. hats is the same as the orthodox style with the exception that the hat is one of the new velour models. These are really

Brewster, Pass V I . b ,

If I could change the aphabet A r o u n d the other way, I'd no more need my name to dread, T h e alphabet could then be read Instead of going " A " to " Z " As going " Z " to " A " .

—Judith Wilkinson, 15 years, V.a, Fitchett.

the T r o u b l e —By

with our

Hats!

Rosemary H o r t o n ,

15 yrs., F o r m V . A ,

Fitchett.

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GREEN

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There She Blows!

A Vision.

Are M.L.C. girls immune to sound? They say people living near Niagara Falls do not hear the noise. Yet there is a noise we all endure stoically, and you would be surprised to know how long it takes a new girl to become accustomed to it.

Across the still and thoughtful air comes the startling " W a a a a a a h ! " of the school siren, to cut off mathematical calculations or end a biological dissection. " W a a a a a a h ! " it's f o r a hot dog and ice cream at recess (this one can be endured more readily), " W a a a a a h ! " and it's off again to say time f o r singing, " W a a a a a a h ! " f o r Scripture, or sport, or what you will.

The cathedral spire rose tall and fair, Above all earthly fret and care, Towered to the very Hills of Heav'n, Where rest and peacefulness are giv'n.

Within, the candles burning low Set the golden cross aglow, Soft light fell through the stained glass And to the Holy Book did pass.

The sad and weary knelt in prayer Whispering in the dimness there.

The angels chanted heavenly lays, Then swelled their voice in son^s of praise The organ shook with glorious sound And bells rang out with joy profound.

There was a time recently when the residents objected to our siren.

The intermittent "Waaaaahs" were not appreciated, and "would the school p'ease tone down the horrid noise?" W e missed it then as we did during the electricity restrictions, when it was decidedly uncomfortable being keyed up f o r a " W a a a a a a h ! " that just did not sound at all. Instead, a feeble little tinkle rang down the cloisters inspired by someone's erratic timepiece. W e missed class—never heard the bell.

Did it ring? "Please excuse," and "Sorry we're late" became the passwords into the class rooms.

O f course, the residents too must have f o u n d the same reaction when their morning tea ran into lunch, the timing of cooking by our sirens set them all wrong, f o r no " W a a a a a a h ! " sounded to help them in their reckoning.

W e missed our trains. W e lost our hold on time f o r a while, and so, on a joyous day when a slightly subdued siren "Waaaaaah-ed" melodiously across the crisp winter air. it was like the voice of a nervous singer— "Pardon if I disturb, but a girl must practise."

From our desks we looked up and smiled. " A h , the old hooter's singing again. There she blows."

W e really like the dear old mezzo-soprano and the residents near us must surely rejoice in the lady's voice and boast about living within earshot. She is somewhat strident again, but then she is getting older each day. Many a girl leaving this year will spare a moment to recall the " W a a a a a a h ! " and dwell f o r a moment or two upon some particular phase of the "happiest days of her life."

—Natalie Hodges, Pass V l . a .

Water Moving in continuous riplets Drowning time In the flowing of its ceaselessness, Scorning the reality of identity, Lulling the senses, Luring, enticing One to the peace of its oblivion And the depth of its monotony.

Hypnotising— With its sunlit translucency.

-—Kathleen Burgess, Dip.A., Fitchett.

—Ena Smith, 15 years, Pass Vl.a, Fitchett.

The Pilgrims—Part II Place: The edge of the forest which surrounds the City of Light.

Time: T h e hour before dawn.

Enter four pilgrims, hesitant, uncertain which way to go. They stand in a small, huddled group.

1st Pilgrim: H o w dark it is—and the cold cutting the bone of the night: and I am afraid. W h i c h way do we go, James Smith?

2nd Pilgrim: W h i c h way do we g o — w h i c h way?

James Smith, the Leader: Come, you are like a hare pausing at dawn by the crossroads, sniffing to find its hole: this way, here, where the night is thickest.

4th Pilgrim: Here, where the trees are like the strong pillars of a Cathedral, and G o d is the Organist . . .

1st Pilgrim: Aye, here, where a man can break his neck on the slippery mast of the forest, and never get where he's going . . .

4th Pilgrim: Man, will you stop your grumbling?

You know you're a fraud—you're as glad to be here as we all are. Jim, will you look, there's a rose— a red rose in a Cathedral.

2nd Pilgrim: Strange how the night has lifted—I can even see your faces, dim-moulded, formless faces, trying to look unafraid.

1st Pilgrim: And not succeeding: four men, four men alone in the midnight, and four such men as we.

Why, the others who were our companions when we set out at noon from the city were men of the strong arm and of the steadfast eye, yet they have returned: and we, the unworthy— James Smith: Hush! I can hear the night breaking, forming itself into sound, into the small, sharp sound of the insect calling its mate, and the blurred, thick tread of the heavy, soft-eyed bear.

CRICKET

— P h o t o . C . Stuart T o m p k i n s .

TEAM

Standing, L. to R . : Jill Rubenstein, Davida Switson, Margaret A n d e r s o n , Janette G o u r l a y , Julie Jennifer Attree, Margaret M c L e a n .

Watson,

Sitting: Barbara Swann, D o r o t h y G r i b b l e , Judith C o l e m a n

McLean.

TENNIS Standing,

L.

Kneeling:

to

R.:

Beverley

Pam

Levy,

Janet

Lane, Barbara

(captain), Alison O'Grady, Marigold

— P h o t o . C. Stuart T o m p k i n s .

TEAM Miller,

Swann,

Mary

Lorraine

Hann,

Beverley

Coghlan,

Julie

Stewart.

Bisset.

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Pilgrim: I hear the wheel of a train rasping the edge of the darkness, tiring itself on the rail.

4th Pilgrim (slowly) : I hear the rain on the streets of the City to which we go . . .

All: A n d voices . . .

Voices in the air, s'inging: Comb your hair in the sunlight, Mother, and laugh, f o r your children are glad; Mother, comb your hair in the sunlight, laugh, and be not a f r a i d — Men's voices, beneath the. earth: W e praised the good G o d in the dark of the mines, the sweat of the pit we praised H i m . . .

Women's voices: W e praised H i m when our men were taken away, and our children . . .

Men's voices, in the distance: Coming in f r o m the sea in the morning, with the soft f o a m cold on our faces we praised H i m — T e Deum Laudamus— All: Praise be unto the Lord.

James Smith: T h e light grows . . .

4th Pilgrim: T h e light and the music together . . .

2nd

Pilgrim: A n d there are shapes in the trees . . .

Voices among the trees: T h e green wind of life has blown through our sou's and lifted us, singing, to G o d : Voices of women: But the love of the earth, and the small beasts of the earth, the love of our homes and our friends, the delicate human love has not been denied us, rather it has been enriched.

All: W e have f o u n d the divine and the human, and linked them together in God. 1st Pilgrim: James Smith, I have a great fear—and there is darkness around me.

James Smith: Hush! can you hear it? A voice— 2nd Pilgrim: 'Tis not a sound, but the sense of a sound in silence . . .

4th Pilgrim: A h ! W h y have words the power to move one so?

Voices of the dead: Because they are illusions—we are illusions— like answers like . . .

T h e Pilgrims: Because they are beauty—we are beauty—light answers light! ( A trumpet sounds.)

4th Pilgrim: J i m — l o o k ! T h e sky, the sky!

— M . Rumpf, H o n o u r V l . a .

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GREEN Dreaming

I have seen splendour and grace in the rising sun W h e n the tall ships ride before a western wind, Moving like age-o'd phantoms that seem T o fashion memories that we all dream.

I have seen nights that shone with beauty and stars That have gleamed in still reflecting lakes.

A fine ship is a lovely thing, but when at last T h e tide is out and the cold-eyed moon is down, A n d the long night heaves its body into sleep, Our peace shall come, and I too shall dream with you.

—Valerie Cordner, V.e, Berry.

The Camellia " W h o thinks of Father Kamel, the Moravian Jesuit traveller of the seventeenth century, when he pins a camellia into his buttonhole?" It was after this monk, missionary and botanist, that this plant was named.

In those days all botanical names were Latinized and Kamel became camellus, and hence camellia.

Few varieties of plants have had a more romantic history than the camellia. Originating on the mainland of Asia, camellias were carried by early Buddhist monks, in their religious excursions, into the neighbouring islands including Japan about 552 A . D . where their cultivation extended. After the 8th century, Japanese monks, returning to the mainland of Asia, took with them specimens of their local varieties to exchange.

About 1677, the East India Company established a factory at A m o y , China, and J o h n Cunningham—a physician interested in plants—took camellias back home to London. Cunningham was also a g o o d sculptor and painter, and made many beautiful models and paintings of the camellia.

From England they f o u n d their way to Europe where they enjoyed an immense popularity and we find them in song and story.

For instance, Verdi's opera, La Traviata, is the story of the Lady of the Camellias, and Dumas, in his Count of Monte Cristo, makes young Valetine de Villefort attend a ball carrying white camellias. The gardens of Versailles, too, were planted with camellias.

Gradually they spread to America and other parts of the world where lovers of this beautiful shrub devoted themselves to its culture, with the result that f r o m the original single white and single red has been developed the camellia of to-day with its j»'orious colours and varieties.

-—P. Balfe, V.a,

Krome.

Bobbingle Dogs (With apologies to T . S. Eliot's "Jellicle Cats.")

Bobbingle dogs come out to play, Bobbingle dogs come each and all; T h e Bobbingle sun is out to-day, Bobbingles come to the Bobbingle Brawl.

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Bobbingle dogs are black and brown, Bobbingle dogs are always hale; Bobbingle dogs when fully grown Have the dark brown eyes and the black bobtail.

Bobbingles carry their handkerchiefs, Bobbingles wash their own wool vests, Bobbingles stick to their own beliefs O f plenty of work and plenty of rests.

Bobbingles rest f o r hours and hours; A n d if Bobbingles are not seen at all, Then you know they are saving up their powers For the Bobbingle Sun and the Bobbingle Brawl.

—Bernice Hargrave,

Pass V I . c ,

Cato.

What's in a Voice?

The first; was a chap called A1 J olson, To-day he fills us with revulsion; Yet his voice roused the cheers Because of all the tears, W h i c h affected them like jet propulsion.

The next to arrive was our Bing, W h o deserted the ranks of g o o d swing.

Because of his crooning, T h e girls were all swooning, A n d of Song-land he soon became king.

T h e present-day "craze" is a trier His name—Johnnie Ray—is like fire.

H e usurps Crosby's place In the Hit parade race, A n d now is well-known as the "Cry-er."

T h e future, then, what does it hold?

T h e critics—whom next will they scold?

Will the teen-agers choose Jazz or Be-bop or Blues, Or verses or ditties of old?

—Beth Holmes, H o n o u r V l . a .

landed, M A C c L E A N e d the GILLs off it. ROBE R T S O N unpacked the lunch and gave a shout of dismay, " H I , R O N ' S given us thel wrong lunch and we havn't any R I C E . " T h e boys were nearly homq when the outboard motor of the yacht S T A H L e d , but this was soon remedied. O n e of the boys, who was swinging on a S P A R G O t down and gave a shout, " L o o k , R I C H A R D ' S O N his boat. H e must be going fishing, too. A n d there's S C H U L T Z E , the fisherman, on the S A N D NEar the old G A R R E T T , and I can see J A C O B S E N and C O T H E R e , too."

As soon as they reached the shore they all jumped out of the boat, one boy nearly landing on a sting R A Y . " T h a t was a lovely trip," said one of the boys, as they departed. "Next time I ' d like to go to H O L L A N D or S P I T Z b e r g e n to S E Y M O U R there."

—Barbara Nicholls, 14 years, V.a, Berry.

W h o Said This?

T h e following is a number of quotations which frequently fall f r o m the lips of several members of staff. W h o are* they? " D o n ' t be talking, now." " O o h , Barley, Barley!"

"Members of staff who have duties and girls with Special Lessons assigned to them take this opportunity of leaving. Will the school please stand?"

"Sit down—Prefects g o . " " D o n ' t all speak at once." " H A N D all the copies into the centre, please." " M o a n N o . 1 — N o girl can do electricity!"

"Agreed?"

"Donnez-moi votre masterpiece." " Y o u know, n i c h t ? " "It's time you girls grew u p . " " N o talking in the Library, now gir's."

"Right, well now we'll stop there to-day.' " Y o u may have your lunch now, girls!"

—Honour

A Story from Va Last week a party of my L O N G established friends, inc'uding H A R V E Y , who had a B O Y L E on his neck, and W I L K I N ' s S O N , who always had two N I C H O L L S in his pocket, left the G R E E N - W O O D where they lived, to go fishing in their yacht, the " L I V I N G S T O N E . " She was a gay ship, N E W , B O U N D f o r her first voyage.

She had STEELE railings, and red and W H I T E woodwork, but the sail was a little S H O R T O N one side. The W I L D H E A R N s nested in her B R O W N RIGGings. The boys had to W A D E through the shallow water to the yacht. " A D A M ' S O N the beach," "throwing a B A L FEr his d o g . "

said

one

boy,

That day it seemed that the fish did not want to be caught, f o r they kept D O D G S H U N the boys' lines.

After some time the began to H O R L EYsily on the line and when a fish was

Vl.b.

Recommendations (Senior Section) T h e Committee wishes to commend these girls f o r the promise their contributions show, and regret that lack of space prevents the inclusion cf more of this interesting work.

For originality: " H o m e w o r k , " B.H. T h e members of the Committee would add here that they wish they had such helpful fathers. " W h i t e Lady," J.R.; "Always," For amusement given:

M.K.

" T h e Learners," B.R.; "Sunday S c h o o ' , " Experience Counts; " T h e Teacher and the Girl," N.S.; "Thoughts felt upon approaching Christmas," V.B.; " F o o d for T h o u g h t , " H . D . ; " M o r n ing S o n g , " H . K . ; "Always the Same," A Sufferer; "Current Affairs," M . D . ; " A t a Sale," M.J.; " T h e

•SILVER A N D Rocky Roads to M.L.C. Choirs," B.R.; " T h e Letter," J.C.; " N o w I am Six," A . G i n g ; " T h e G r a m o p h o n e , " H . P . ; " M y First Day at Mt. Bog o n g , " Z . R . H . ; " H e r e is Paintin' Y o u r Face," F.N.; " T h e Newspaper," P.H. For general interest: " I n Praise of M.L.C.," A.B.; "Banty," J.B.; " T h e Story of the Pekingese," G.S.; " S c h o o l in Auckland," J.B.; "Wilson's Promonitory," J.B.; " L i f e of a Student in Singapore," P . T . P . Y . ; " A Matter of Intelligence," G.S.; " A Trip to Borneo," V . W . ; " A Trip on a Customs Launch," E.L.; " D . 2 4 , " M.R.; " A Saturday A f t e r n o o n , " S.H. For description or feeling: " A T h e o r y , " A . H . ; " W i n t e r , " D.S.; " D e e p in a Forest," K . O ' N . ; " H o m e w o r k , " L.J.; " W a n t e d —Imagination," Hopeless; "Serenity," M.F.; " T h e Old Gum Tree," L . H . ; "First Flight," L.E.;

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GREEN

"Dunkirk Legend," A . H . ; " A Landslide at A p o l l o Bay," F.B.; " A Fall of Snow," M.L.; " T h e Dentist," V.B.; " A n Interesting W a l k , " J. H . ; " A n Autumn D a y , " K.J.; " M y Dream House," J.C.; " M . S . London Artisan," J.T.

Acknowledgments.

T h e Editors wish to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of the following School Magazines: " T h e Pegasus," " T h e Swan," "M.C.E.G.G.S. Magazine," " T h e Fintonian," " T h e Melburnian," " T h e Corian," " T h e Elizabethan," " T h e Sydneian," "Burrawi," " T h e Mitre," " T h e Record," " T h e Excelsior," " T h e Swan," " T h e Corian," T h e Melburnian," " T h e Caulfield Grammarian," " T h e Scotch Collegian," "Wesley College Chronicle," and any others which may have been unintentionally omitted.

Middle and Lower Middle Section The Stage of the Heavens T h e wildest storm can rage, But none will spoil the stage.

T h e curtain is the darkest night, A n d every star a fading light.

T h e loudest thunder roars Are shouts of great encores; T h e quickest lightning flash Is the dancer's swirling sash.

T h e lightest pattering rain T h e tap dancers here again.

W h e n dim lights are dawning As night turns to morning; T h e stars are disappearing While pink clouds are appearing.

T h e moon has slid away.

Like a dancer who won't stay T o linger and learn to love T h e stage of the sky above, W h e r e wild storms can rage, Bui none will spoil the stage.

—Judith W e b b , 14 years, Lower V.a, Cato.

Australia Some prefer the cold Swiss mountains, Some folk love the sea, Others yearn f o r the northern shores, But they are not f o r me!

I know a land of rolling plains, Where the sun sails past on high, W h e r e the gum trees tower, and curlews call, Beneath the arch of a windy sky!

There's the wallaby and the kangaroo, T h e platypus and the hare; T h e wild grey rabbit with snowy scut, A n d the clumsy koala bear.

Where the endless trek of the cattleman, Leads over the scorched brown plain, From billabong to waterhole— Through sun, and wind, and rain.

Deep in the bush stands the tribal camp O f the dark aborigines, Where they hunt, and fish, and tell strange tales In painted corroborees.

Where the pale blue mist hangs over the land T h e wild brumbies roam; W h e r e the golden wattle sheds o'er the earth T h e eternal emblem of H o m e !

Where the kingfisher dives f r o m out of the air, Where the seagulls wheel over the sea, A n d the tide recedes, f r o m the sun-burnt shores O f Australia, the land of the Free!

— P a d d y Dixson, Lower V.a, Cato.

A Trip To Stradbroke Island As we set off in the launch f r o m Cleveland Pier f o r Stradbroke Island, the sea was rough. W e passed Peel Island, where the lepers are kept, and soon we saw Stradbroke Island, which is about thirty miles f r o m Brisbane in Moreton Bay. W h e n we landed, we saw that the island was mainly sand, with some salt-bush and gum trees growing there.

There are many half-castes on the island, and some of their ancestors were Spanish or French.

After a long jeep ride, we arrived at "Samarenda," the guest house. Next day, we went down to the beach. There were many rocks there, and beaches are all surf. T h e n we went to see the

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Blowhole. After coming back, we heard that some men had caught a death adder—there are many snakes on the island.

Later we went fishing f r o m the rocks for there are many fish there.

After a week we went home by launch having had a lovely ho'iday at Stradbroke Island.

— R o b y n Warren, 11 years, I l l . a , Berry.

The Forgotten Rook My brothers and I and a little black rook, W e n t off f o r a holiday down by a brook.

It gurgled and sang all the time we were there, A n d up in a tree sat a koala bear.

Sometimes the wind blew the dust everywhere, A n d frightened the little koala bear; W e asked it to sit f o r a while on our knees, H e nodded his head to say, "Yes, if you please."

A n d while we were playing around by the brook, W e did not remember the little black rook; W e looked for him vainly—he'd flown far away, A n d we never have seen him again to this day.

—Janice Martin, 10 years, Lower IH.b, Berry.

Treasure Dream I love to walk along the cliffs, That's where I spend my leisure, O r , walk along the sand, and seek Some hidden pirate treasure.

M y uncle tells me stories O f diamonds, rubies, gold, T h a t makes me more determined T o fight those pirates bold.

I stand upon the shores of Spain, A n d see a ship appear; A pirate ship! A pirate ship Is coming very near.

There I stand and wonder, W o n d e r what to do.

I know I'd go and fight them, But there are forty-two.

"Dearie, you have been asleep," I hear my mother say; A n d wake, to find O l d Father Sun U p o n my floor at play.

•—Kath Ingram, 11 years, Lower IV.a, Cato.

Jenny's Reward Jenny was a most unfortunate little girl. She was twelve years old and had been in hospital f o r a long whi'e, as both her legs were paralysed.

There were two outstanding things about Jenny — s h e was very g o o d at making things with her hands and, she was very unselfish.

Jenny would patiently spend her day sewing rag dolls and animals f o r the small children of the hospital and she would draw amusing pictures f o r

those who could come to her bedside. The nurses all loved her f o r this and they all declared that Jenny should have a reward f o r her patience and unselfishness.

A t last the chance f o r a reward came—the doctor said that she could go home, though she could not run about.

So Jenny left f o r her home in the country on 23rd December, and was very thrilled to be home with her mother and father.

However, the reward had not ended—Jenny woke early on Christmas morning and, like all other girls and boys, she felt what was at the f o o t of her bed. What she felt surprised her. It was a basket.

"Perhaps it's a work basket," thought Jenny.

She opened it, and her heart gave a leap f o r there was a Cocker Spaniel puppy, which she had been longing for. The pup licked her hand and looked up as if to say, " I wish you'd let me out."

So Jenny lifted the little Spaniel out and saw a card telling her that this wonderful present was f r o m "the Hospital and all its occupants."

So if you visit Jenny's house you will find on the verandah Jenny lying down on her couch and Jip, the puppy, sitting on her bed frisking about or trying to pull the covers off his mistress.

—Susan Webber,

10 years, I l l . a , Cato.

Hobbly Gobbly Gnome In the midst of the wood at the back of our home, Lives a queer little hobbly gobbly gnome; His quaint little house is a mushroom, I'm sure, Although it has windows of glass and a door.

H e has a small garden with primroses in it, W h i c h is brightened up by the song of a linnet.

His kitchen consists of a table f o r two, A n d in his green clock live a small brown cuckoo.

A n d so if one day you do walk in this dell, Y o u must not be noisy or all won't go well.

For if you are noisy and he is at home, Y o u may be bewitched by that queer little gnome.

—Gillian Levick, Ill.a.

My Horse I wished I owned a big bay mare; I'd groom and feed her daily, I'd exercise and ride her out, She'd prance along so gaily.

I'd buy a saddle, oh, so fine, I ' d also buy a bridle, A n d if I owned this big bay mare, M y time would not be idle.

I would take, each morn and evening, Her saddle f r o m the rack; W e ' d canter over fields of grass, Then home we'd canter back.

—Susan Webber, 10 years, I l l . a , Cato.

•SILVERA N D GREEN A Beloved Pet Two years ago, while I was spending a holiday in the country with my family, we caught the smallest rabbit I have ever seen. It must have been only a week old. T h e poor little thing was terrified, and when we brought it back to the house and let it go, it ran to the nearest corner, sitting there shivering.

After a day when it had settled down, I fed it with warm milk through an eye dropper. I grew very f o n d of him and could not bear to part with him, so we took our newly f o u n d pet home with us. In time he grew to be the pet of the neighbourhood, and if ever he burrowed under the fence and escaped, some little child always brought him back. W e kept him in a hutch, and let him have a run in the yard every day. H e soon recognised his name and would come when called.

H e was always eating, and was often in trouble f o r nibbling at the vegetables and plants, H e loved biscuits and cakes and in time I taught him to beg f o r them.

It was a sad shock f o r me when a cat killed him. I shall however try to forget this, and think of him only as I knew him best, sitting with his long ears alert and his little nose twitching.

— D e l w y n Smith, 13 years, IV.d,

Krome.

It's N o Use! I

am not g o o d at poetry, I'll grant you that is true; I do not own a camera.

So what am I to d o ?

I have no pets of wh'ch to write Or hobbies, games to tell, So I will have to sit and think O f things I know quite well.

I went away at Easter time, I know that will not do.

The sights I saw, the things I did, Interest me, but wou'd not you.

Our family is not very large, O f them I could not write, So, people all, come rally round A n d help me in my plight.

I sit and think, my eyes grow dim, M y talent you have seen, I know it is no earthly use T o write f o r the Magazine!

—Lois Jones, 14 years, Lower V.d, Berry.

Sailing I had been often to see the racing yacht being built; I had even helped with the painting, and, as I had missed the launching, the skipper had promised to take me f o r a sail as soon as possible.

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W h e n the day arranged for the trip arrived, the sun was shining but there was a strong north wind blowing and, although the weather was very uncertain, we decided to risk it and go. W e drove to Williamstown where the yacht was moored, and, as we crossed the River Yarra on the ferry, we saw an oil-tanker carrying oil f r o m the M-ddle East being towed up the river by a powerful little tug.

W h e n we arrived at Williamstown, great white clouds were billowing over the blue sky and the waves in the anchorage were bigger than usual. As soon as the crew of five had all arrived, we rowed out to the yacht in the dinghy three at a time— one rowing back to get two more. O n this short trip we all got thoroughly wet as the waves came well over the sides of the little dinghy 1 and it was quite a long way out to the deep water in which the yacht lay. W e fina'ly arrived on board the yacht and helped the crew unfurl the sails and slip the moorings, and, after trimming the sails, we were off.

T h e yacht is called the " A n t a r a , " wh'ch is the Malayan word f o r "in between," the " A n t a r a " being in between two recognised racing yacht classes in size.

W e first crossed Port Phillip Bay to Port Melbourne and there, at Station P'er, saw a magnificent liner just leaving f o r England. T h e wharf was crowded with people see'ng her off and the coloured streamers looked so pretty as they mingled together and then snapped one by one. T w o tugs pulled the liner out into the open sea and we bumped over the wake of the three shins. W e then sailed in amongst the other wharves and saw ships f r o m far off lands—from Italy, Belgium, France, America, Greece, and Great Britain. These were carrying various cargoes of wool, machinery, textiles and many other products.

T h e two Italian-built ships "Sirius" and " N i m bus" were there, and when we read their names, we immediately turned to look at the clouds again and saw to our surprise that they had become dark and threatening. Suddenly !a dagger-'ike flash of 1'ghtning rent the air and a long, low rumble of thunder sounded afar off. The skipper gave a few quick, clear orders to the crew and called to us to mind our heads as the boom swept across.

With the sudden change of wind, the rain poured down, and, with a powerful southerly wind behind us, " A n t a r a " raced on the first leg of the return trip to her anchorage. By this time the liner had set her course and we were running across it. But steam must give way to sail, and, with a toot f r o m her brassy steam siren, she altered course to allow us to run on.

W e rocked in the wake of the tugs, returning to Williamstown too, and. with skilful seamanship o n the part of her crew, " A n t a r a " slipped quickly to her anchorage. T h e sails were furled, the skipper put the helm hard over, and, after securing the moorings, we lay still on the water, sheltered now, f o r the wind had changed.

—Rosalind Johns, 14 years, Lower V.a, Cato.

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42 Wintry Evening

Our Bush

T h e westerly wind is swirling about, Tossing the papers in and out Amongst the people, who, passing by, Cast anxious glances at the sky.

There are gum trees standing side by side With great tall branches stretched up to the sky, Amongst their leaves koalas hide, A n d they can't be seen, f o r they're up so high.

A spot of rain, a worried frown, Quickening steps on the pavement sound.

As daylight fades o n homeward crowds, T h e moon is covered by rain-drenched clouds.

T h e n down below the kangaroos hop, Their great thick tails go thudding h a r d — A n d all of a sudden they come to a stop; As they scent danger, they stand on guard.

T h e lighted windows along the street A r e a welcoming sign to hurrying feet; As gates are opened, a door's throwni wide— Warmth, peace and happiness dwell inside.

— P a t Vorrath, Lower IV.d.

A Trip on a Scenic Railway I pocketed my sixpenny ticket and pushed my way through the crowd to the queue.

The sky was brilliant royal blue sprinkled with twinkling stars and over the beach a bright golden moon was rising. It seemed a different world in the "Fun Fair." Lines of coloured lights wove a patter overhead and one could see the black outline of the Scenic Railway illuminated with lights, and hear the thunder of the train and the excited screaming of its passengers as it roared down an almost perpendicular slope.

All around was hot, dusty, and noisy, with the shouts of "side-show boosters," and the laughter and the shuffle and scraping of feet among the papers which littered the ground.

Somewhere a merry-go-round was playing a gay Western tune, and the eerie screeching and screams of the "Ghost T r a i n " could be heard faintly above the din.

I suddenly f o u n d myself jerked down some steps and on to the platform of the "Scenic Railway."

T h e train had four empty seats when my turn came, and I took my place next to an elderly lady. A man came along the platform, took our tickets and hooked the rope across the seat. H e then nodded to the driver and, with a jerk, we started. W e went slowly at first until we came to a big slope.

I tried not to feel frightened and screamed out almost bursting my lungs, with the others, while we roared down the slope. A t the bottom we went through a black tunnel, in which there were no lights.

Suddenly in the pitch darkness we went thundering down a steep dip, and came tearing out of the end of the tunnel.

I looked around and saw, far below, the shiny tops of cars parked in the streets outside and inside a moving mass of people, lights, and there arose a warm sickly smell of fairy floss and cream waffles.

Suddenly we roared down another hill and the people seemed to come up to meet us. W e clattered through another tunnel and then stopped at the station, hot, tingling, exhausted, and happy.

H o w and peaceful and still it seemed after that hilarious ride!

— D e i d r e Underwood, 13 years, IV.d, Krome.

There are lots and lots of wattle trees, Pretty with their golden balls, A r o u n d the flowers buzz the bees, Until the dark night falls.

Australia is a land we love, With all its native trees and flowers, A n d we give thanks to G o d above, For this glorious land of ours.

— D i a n e Moore, 11 years, Lower IV.c, Cato.

W h y the Kookaburra Laughed Kookburra sat high up in a tree, But he didn't laugh ha, A n d he didn't laugh hee, One day he saw an inquisitive bear, Climbing high f o r some gum leaves rare, A n d he still sat high in the tall gum tree, A n d he didn't laugh ha, A n d he didn't laugh hee.

All of a sudden came a crack and a creak; A branch broke off with a squeakity squeak, A n d a grunt was heard in a voice so weak, T h e kookaburra laughed, H e laughed loud in glee, Now that's why he laughed in a tall gum tree.

— A n n Galagher, 11 years, IH.b, Berry.

My Farm Holiday It was just on four o'clock when the car sped up the drive and as usual dust was flying everywhere. T h e car stopped and we all jumped out, very excited to see the farm again. S o o n after the car was unpacked we went up to the farmhouse to milk the cows and catch the calves f r o m their mothers so that they would not drink all the milk during the night.

T h e following afternoon we brought the horses out to the farm which we had trucked on the previous day. There were two trucks of T i m o r ponies, which we managed to get up to the house without any difficulty, but it was a very annoying j o b with the one of unbroken foals. As the foals came to the boundary fence we had to fork them off the road and up the reserve to the gate. W e did this easily enough but the manager and my father, who were on horseback driving the foals, came too close to them and one, taking fright, jumped the fence and caught his back left leg on the barbed wire fence. W h e n the manager had freed it, the foal joined the others and they filed in.

T h e windmill which supplies the farm with water had broken down and so Daddy fixed it.

• S I L V E RA N D Only a few days later we still had no water and I was sent up to the windmill to see if the tank was full yet. I f o u n d it to be only half-full, c!imbed down the ladder and then noticed that the slip rail of the paddock was down. This frightened me because I knew that one of the Timors could go under it and might fall if it went backwards.

Finding the paddock empty, I remembered that the front gate had been left open all night, and, imagining what a chase we wou'd have, I wasted no time in running up to the house to tell Daddy.

Straight after breakfast, we set out along the ninety-mile W o m b o o t a road, which leads to the reserve. W h e n we had gone five mi'es, we stopped to look f o r hoof marks but could find none ss the road was so dusty. Just as we were looking we heard a distant neigh carried by the wind, then, hearing it no more and thinking that the ponies could not have gone much farther, we turned back.

After lunch the manager and Daddy went two hundred miles up Deniliquin way, but could not find the ponies. While they were away a man called to see Daddy and when we told him about the ponies, and described them to him, he rold us he had just seen them six mi'es up the W o m boota road, and we all jumped f o r joy.

When Daddy came back he had tea, and then, with the manager and the boys, he went out f o r the ponies because, he said, as it was raining hard, the stallion would be driving the ponies into the rain as fast as he could.

Daddy was right. T h e ponies were five miles away f r o m where they had been seen, and Raugar, the stallion, was hurrying them through thick timber. A f t e r having a great struggle to turn them, Daddy, who was driving, sent them flying home over mud puddles and .through water. Every now and then he would stop to give them a rest, but immediately they turned round and started off the way they came. A t last we had them back after a very worrying day and the horn of the car had been used so much there was no sound at all coming f r o m it when they arrived back.

After another week of exciting adventures, we had to come home.

-—Diane Humphrey, 11 years, III.a, Fitchett.

The Killer T h e rat looked up and sniffed the cold, fresh air, A n d whiskers twitching, crossed the shadowed street.

H e didn't see the cat come softly stealing, O r hear the gentle padding of his feet.

Amber eyes a-glitter in the dark—he paused, A sinister black warrior of the night.

Mingled with the darkness—and alone, Satin glossiness with paws of white.

Evil gleamed like two great yellow lights, Like a tiger as he creeps upon his prey, As, with sleek black body poised in readiness—he pounced, A n d f o r ever stilled that silent heap of grey.

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GREEN

As night's last star had faded and the rising of the sun Announced the dawning of another day, With torn, s'.it ears, and heedless of his prize, T h e lone black cat proceeded on his way.

—Margaret Scott, 14 years, Lower IV.a, Berry.

Gunyah W a y past the billabong, Miles down the track, Lives old Bill Kevin, A half-caste black.

Bill goes a hunting, His dog by his side, A n d brings home f o r drying A kangaroo hide.

Sometimes I wonder If only he Lives with his dog, Beneath the old gum tree.

—Lynne

Thompson,

III.a,

Berry,

The Lavender Farm During our holiday in Tasmania, we visited the Lavender Farm at Bridestowe. T h e Bridestowe Estate is situated at Lilydale, about an hour's drive f r o m Launceston. W e left in the bus one afternoon, and passed through the very beautiful countryside and picturesque country townships.

As we approached the farm, we could see, through the trees, the lavender fields spread out before us, a purple-and-white carpet in the valley surrounded by misty hills and mountains.

W e stopped at the farm, and were told that it is owned by Mr. C. K. Denny, an Englishman, who came to Tasmania as a pioneer, bringing with him a few seeds of lavender. They were pure seeds, collected f r o m the European mountains by experienced plant hunters, who spent three months on the lavender expedition. A t this time France was producing the finest lavender oil, although it was greatly rivalled by the growth of lavender in England, lavender having been introduced into England by the Huguenots.

Denny had decided to experiment on the growing of lavender in Tasmania, and he chose Lilydale f o r the site of his farm. The countryside was then dense with bush, and it was very difficult to clear the land, and prepare the soil, but at last all difficulties were overcome and in 1972 the seeds were sown in frames on the Bridestowe Estate. T h e y germinated, and when planted out in 1924, they occupied half-an-acre. Three years f r o m the time of the sowing of the plants, they yielded forty pounds of flowers.

W h e n sent to London f o r analysis, the oil Trom the flowers was f o u n d to be superior to that of English or French lavender, and f r o m that time the deve'opment of the Bridestowe Estate was rapid.

In 1927, ten thousand plant cuttings were sown, and the number was doubled in the next year.

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T h e lavender plants are grown in long, straight rows and special machines are used to harvest the flowers. White lavender, which is rarer, and produces more delicate oil than purple lavender, is also grown on Denny's Estate and the Bridestowe Farm may be the first to distil white oil in any great quantity.

Although Mr. Denny is over eighty years old, he still helps in the harvesting and producing of the lavender on his estate.

W e were sorry when it was time to leave the lavender farm, but we felt that it had been a very interesting and enjoyable visit.

—Margaret Scott, 14 years, Lower V.a, Berry.

Lullaby Hush-a-bye, Baby dear!

Shut both your eyes!

Baby can go to sleep, If Baby tries.

Hush-a-bye, Baby dear!

Now there's no light!

What do you dream about, Night after night?

Hush-a-bye, Baby dear!

Sleep while it's dark!

A n d wake up to-morrow, As fresh as a lark.

—Barbara Maughan,

11 years, IH.a, Berry.

A Christmas Thought 'Twas Christmas Eve, far far away, A little Babe in a manger lay, Three wise men came, by a star, Guided to Bethlehem f r o m afar.

The Babe called Jesus grew and grew, Sharing the same things as we do too, Became a Man both g o o d and wise, With healing hands and gentle eyes.

A n d so to-day at Christmas time, W e remember again H s way sublime, A n d try to build as best we can, A faith and love like that great Man. —Margaret Ward,

12 years, IH.a, Cato.

Ju rwor Section The Pussy A t night I put my pussy to bed, With a pillow to rest his head; I tie a nightcap over his ears, So he can't hear when a mouse appears.

—Margaret Eyval, 9 years, Junior IV.b, Cato.

The Sandcastle Sue and Jo with spades in hands, Built a castle on the sands, Built it strong and made it wide, H o p i n g to keep out the tide.

D o you think the wall will stand, W h e n the waves break on the sand?

—Marcia Gibbins, 11 years, Junior IV.a, Krome.

Cocky Takes a Ride W e were driving down Main Street, Frankston, when around the corner came a man dressed to play tennis and riding a bicycle, and he had a cockatoo perched on the top of his racquet. The bird had a long chain on his leg which was tied to the handle bar of the bicycle. The cockatoo kept on flying out in front of the man, .and it

looked as though the cocky was pulling the man along on his bicycle. It was a funny sight.

— M a r i o n Kelly, 10 years, Junior IV.a, Cato.

My Trip to Australia One day Mummy showed me Australia on the globe, and said, " W e will go there." So off we went. It was one of the most beautiful trips I remember. Although we were squeezed in the car, with all the luggage beside us, we still enjoyed it. T h e way took us through the beautiful mountains, called the Austrian Alps. Sometimes we would stop f o r a swim, or f o r climbing up the mountains by lift. In the morning, we would have a g o o d swim in one of the warm lakes. In Austria, there are special warm pools by the snow-covered mountains. T h e n we continued to Venice, which is a city built on water. There are no buses or trams, so the p e o p ' e have to use boats.

Near Venice is the Lido, known f o r its beautiful beach, and there are no sharks there.

After spending a few weeks here, we said goodbye to Europe and embarked f o r Australia. W e had lots of fun on the boat, but the greatest of all was the christening we had on the equator. W e had a swimming pool and everybody was ducked in it. W e came to Ceylon and stopped in Colombo.

Then we went on and at last we landed in Melbourne on the Y a r r a River. It was five a.m., and the sky was red as our ship approached the land.

— L a n a Gottlieb, Krome.

10

years, Junior

IV.b,

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Sea-Turtle

The Rev. Joseph Orton

The sea-going turtle can stay under the water without breathing f o r a long time. T o get its f o o d , it lies on the bottom of the sea with its mouth open.

Born in Yorkshire, England, 1795, the Reverend Joseph Orton lived with his mother and father who were very poor. Joseph Orton wanted to be a missionary and later went to Jamaica to preach to the slaves.

The turtle has little object that move on his gums like worms. By the way, the turtle has a lot of flaps on its neck like sea-weed, so a fish might think the turtle was a cave with a few worms in it. The fish plunges in, and the turtle closes its mouth, and eats the fish.

— C a r o l Croydon, 9 years, Junior IV.b, Fitchett

Then he went to Sydney and f r o m there to V a n Dieman's Land. H e was a friend of John Batman and went with him on his second trip to Port Phillip. H e was the first minister to preach in Melbourne. Later, on his way back to England, he died. His wife and seven children came back to Australia.

In Christopher's Garden In

Christopher's garden, There stands by the path, A pretty blue bowl, where birds take their bath.

They say to each other: " W e don't care If we splash water Everywhere."

—Jennifer Fitchett.

Shears, 9 years, Junior

The government did not like the Methodist ministers preaching to the slaves, so they made a law that whoever preached after sunset would be thrown into prison. Mr. Orton disobeyed this order and so did a friend. T h e prisons in those days were dreadful. A l l sorts of diseases were f o u n d there. Mr. Orton caught one and went back to England to get medical attention.

—Jill Renison, 8 years, Junior IV.b, Krome.

IV.b,

William Street

My Bike

I think William Street is the most interesting street in Melbourne, because on a wall of one of the buildings is a carving about John Batman, the man who founded Melbourne.

M y two-wheeled bike is a joy to m e — It carries me to and fro.

If Mummy wants a pound of tea, W h y ! Off on my bike I go.

A little lower down on the other side is a tablet telling about John Pascoe Fawkner. Carved on the pavement, a little further down are these words:

—Meredith Cato.

Miller, 9 years, Junior

IV.b,

Sliding This morning as we came to school, T h e fields and roads were white, A n d all the little pudd'es H a d frozen in the night.

W e made a simply lovely slide, Beside the playground wall, A n d once I fell and bumped my head, A n d never cried at all.

But very soon the school bell rang, A n d we had to leave our play, O h , how I hope that Mister Sun W o n ' t melt our slide away.

—Norma Berry.

Smith,

10 years,

Junior

IV.a,

this spot,

1835.

Just off William Street are the Flagstaff Gardens in which there is a monument to the early pioneers. Every Victorian should see these interesting spots.

—Nanette McLaughlin, 9 i years, Junior I V . b , Fitchett.

Daffodils I want daffodils in every single room, Lots and lots of daffodils to take away the gloom, Bunches in the parlour and on the window sills; Gold, gold everywhere— T h e gold of daffodils.

—Marcia Gibbins, Krome.

10 years, Junior

IV.a,

My Fairy

My "House-in-a-tree" M y house would have a little green door, A n d a green piece of moss on the floor.

It would have a few roses smelling sweet, A n d a dear little table with g o o d things to eat.

— W e n d y Slutzkin, 10 years, Junior Krome.

" J o h n Batman landed near This is a place f o r a village."

IV.a,

I caught a little fairy, She looked so nice, you know; But she was so contrary, I had to let her go.

— K a y Nairn, 8 years, Junior chett.

IV.b,

Fit-

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46 The Museum

The Little Elf

O n e day we went to the Museum just to see the Aboriginal Section. W e saw aboriginal weapons like shields, boomerangs, spears and all sorts of other things. Then we saw their f o o d like witchetty grubs, Bogong moths and damper. Then we saw women's dilly bags, grass skirts, men's head bands, their canoes and their shelters. But; there was one more thing we saw and that was a model of Captain Cook's ship, the "Endeavour." I think it was a lovely trip and we all enjoyed it.

O n c e upon a, time there lived an elf. Now this little elf had a caravan and he longed f o r some furniture f o r his little home. Mrs. Moggs was g o ing f o r a holiday, and the little elf thought: " T h i s is my chance. To-morrow night I will get some of that furniture." T h e night came, and the elf went round the back of the house and peeped in a window. There was no one at home; he pushed the window with all his might. T h e n it opened; he crept in and went to the front door and opened it. Then suddenly he thought, " W h e r e am I going to put it? I can't take it in one ' g o ' — I know, I will put it under the ice in the p o n d . " The next day the ice had melted and Mrs. Jones saw the furniture bobbing up and down and she knew it was Mrs. Moggs' furniture. T h e news soon spread and Mrs. Moggs was soon home.

She was frightened when she saw no furniture. W h e n they f o u n d out it was the naughty little elf, he was well spanked and never did it again.

—Barbara Cato.

Lawrence, 9 years, Junior

IV.b,

Verse I have a flower I love to see, With petals bright and brittle.

It grows beneath the apple tree, A n d looks so very little.

•—Merrin

Cook,

Junior

IV.b,

Cato.

— S u e Hillis, 9 years, Junior IV.b, Cato.

The Old Collegian CONDUCTED

BY

PAST S T U D E N T S OF T H E M E T H O D I S T LADIES' COLLEGE.

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MRS. A . G. H A Y C R A F T (Elma Martyn).

PRESIDENT'S

GREETING

Dear Fellow Old Collegians, It is a great honour to have been elected your President f o r the year thank you sincerely f o r giving me that opportunity.

1952-53, and I

do

During the coming year I hope to meet you at the Club functions, and look forward having your help and co-operation in making this year a successful one f o r the Club.

to

»

May

1953

bring

happiness

and

prosperity to you all.

E L M A H A Y C R A F T , President.

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The Old Collegian OFFICE-BEARERS A N D

COUNCIL,

1952-53 President: Mrs. A . G. Haycraft (Elma

Martyn).

Vice-Presidents: Mrs. F. W . Cornell (Edna P r y o r ) , Miss Queenie Howell, Rev. Dr. A . H . W o o d , M . A . (ex-officio).

Honorary

Secretary:

Miss Venie Harrison.

Honorary Assistant Secretary: Mrs. T. Twycross (Violet

Woolcock).

Honorary Treasurer:

EDITORIAL live to

be

President

(ex-officio):

College

Council

Representatives:

Mrs. R. L. Hales (Grace W a i t e ) , Mrs. P. R. Leslie (Mabel Rowe), Mrs. T. Powell Dawes (Margaret Guthridge), Mrs. G. B. Swift (Marie Sutherland).

Delegates to National Council of of Victoria:

Women

Club Rooms Circle Committee:

Council: Miss Edith Baker, Miss Nance Campbell, Miss June Clay, Miss Eunice Dann, Miss Beverley Effick, Miss Marion Fenton, Mrs. V . Glenister (Nancy W h i t e ) , Miss A n n e Hattam, Mrs. L. Hinton (Ellie Johnstone), Miss Beverley Kiddle, Mrs. F. Martin (Nance W y a t t ) , Miss Betty Matthews, Mrs. R. L. M c C o y ( A n n e D u f t y ) , Miss Jean McKenzie, Mrs. K. McKenzie, (Isabel Camp-

let me not

Past

Mrs. R. L. Hales (Grace W'aite).

Magazine:

Miss Shirley Michael.

"Lord,

Immediate

Mrs. R. L. McCoy ( A n n e D u f t y ) , Miss Queenie Howell.

Miss Hilda Brown.

Editress of

bell), Miss Megan Sheil, Mrs. C. Stratmann (Connie Beighton), Miss Phyllis Waitt, Miss Beverley Webster, Miss W i n Williams.

useless"

The world in which we live has, throughout the centuries, assumed many conflicting shades of expression as a reflection of various movements of humanity in all spheres of life. H o w far these factors have affected the life of individuals cannot be measured by the use of ingenious scientific methods, but rather by the measure of compassionate fellowship between human beings; that is, a respect f o r the individual and a recognition of his claims on society. In these busy days man has become insignificant as an individual, in the light of modern discovery; his personality seems to have been overlooked in all spheres and forgotten as though of no account.

This short-sighted and commonplace attitude cannot be remedied by returning to a conception of man apart f r o m his society; it calls f o r a new understanding of the relationship between man and the machine and between society and science.

Chairman: Mrs. W . L. Russe'l (Ida Skelton).

Honorary Secretary: Mrs. G. B. Swift (Marie Sutherland).

Honorary

Treasurer:

Mrs. Croll).

G.

Grieve

(Nellie

Younger Members' Circle: Conveners:

Miss Mwyn Sheil, Miss Audrey field.

Old-

H o w far the machine or science has affected our mode of life is difficult to detect f o r we are living in the period in which it is occurring, in its unlimited and unbridled manner. This century has undoubtedly brought many material advantages, with of course, the accompanying disadvantages; but these are not as great as the problem which confronts our society, backward spiritually, in comparison with science in its innumerable and amazing advances T h e problem is this, the human factor of personality has been by-passed; and such a state of affairs cannot occur ad infinitum. T h e time has come f o r us to consider what is our responsibility in society, to calculate the extent of the power of this cold, inhuman scientific approach and then to act u p o n our discovery.

T h e greater burden of this responsibility undoubtedly lies in the most natural unit of society — t h e fami'y; where individuals have an o p p o r tunity, available in no other sphere of society, of attaining the full stature of human beings. Such a conception of humanity and its fullness should

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be developed by a club such as ours, with traditions resting, not only o n the club as one of social significance; but on the club as a unit in society.

W e have been provided, during our school days, with a basis f o r sound living; a foundation of sincere thought and strong ideals. Hence, it behoves us, as a club, to venture into society—to take an active part in the life of the community.

T o stand firmly and work conscientiously f o r those things which will enable humanity to reach its fullest stature and to condemn, unremittingly, those things which have an adverse effect. T h e time f o r action is the present when prejudice and complacency are rampant and threaten to destroy the basis of sound living.

M I N U T E S OF T H E ANNUAL

MEETING

COLLEGIANS'

FORTY-SEVENTH OF

CLUB

THE OF

OLD

THE

M E T H O D I S T LADIES' COLLEGE

Election of Office-Bearers Junior Vice-President.-—As only one nomination had been received, no voting was required.

Council.—The nominations f o r the Council did not exceed the number required so no voting was necessary.

College Council.—There was no election f o r the College Council as the four representatives had been appointed in 1951 f o r two years.

Magazine T h e Editress, Miss Shirley Michael, asked members to contribute items of news and other matter f o r the December issue of the magazine and particularly mentioned the value of the magazine to many who are unable to keep in touch with the Club in any other way.

Ball As no nomination f o r a convener was forthcoming, the matter was referred to the Council.

Syllabus

Held on Friday, 19th September, 1952, at 8 p.m. at the Caris Club, McEwan House, Little Collins Street, Melbourne.

T h e dates of the following functions were announced:—Back to School Day, 25th September; Church Service, 16 th November; and Garden Party 6th December.

Chair

General

T h e President, Mrs. chair.

R. L. Hales, was in the

Apologies Apologies were received f r o m Mesdames Dawes, Kilvington, Maddocks, McCoy, Pettigrew, Stratman, Tozer, Walklate, White and Misses Collins, Effick, Foster, Flockart, Gibbs, Kelly, Matthews, McKenzie, F. and J. Pettigrew and W . Williams.

Greetings were received f r o m Sydney Branch and f r o m Miss P. Hagerty f r o m England.

Minutes The Minutes of the Annual Meeting held on 20th September, 1951, were read and confirmed on the motion of Mrs. Martin, seconded by Miss Howell.

Reports The report of the President f o r the year 1951-2 was presented by the Honorary Secretary, and adopted on the motion of Mrs. Smith, seconded

by Mrs. Crawford.

The Honorary Treasurer presented the Statement of Accounts of the Club and it was moved

by Mrs. Garden seconded by Miss Kiddle that this statement be accepted.—Carried.

T h e following reports were read:—Club Rooms Circ'e, by Mrs. F. W . Cornell; Younger Members' Circle, by Miss Mwyn Sheil; National Council of W o m e n , by Mrs. F. W . Cornell; History Committee, by Miss Q . Howell; Elsternwick Branch,

by Miss N. Morris; and were received on the motion of Mrs. Haslam, seconded by Miss Waitt.

Mrs. Cornell advised that the National Council of W o m e n had asked our members to become interested and join the Pan Pacific Group, and agreed to obtain further details.

T h e National Council of W o m e n also wished us to advise any migrants that opportunities were available f o r them to be taught English.

Miss E. Barker, on behalf of the members, thanked the President, Office-Bearers and Council f o r their work and services1 during the year.

Mrs. Hales thanked the members f o r all they had done to . make her year as President such a happy one and welcomed the incoming President, Mrs. A . G. Haycraft.

T h e meeting then closed.

OLD

COLLEGIANS'

CLUB

OF

THE

M E T H O D I S T LADIES' COLLEGE Annual Report,

1951-52

It is my pleasure on behalf of the Old Collegians' Club of the Methodist Ladies' College to present the forty-seventh annual report f o r the year 1951-2.

During the year five Council meetings and one Executive meeting have been held, all at the Caris Club. At the second Council meeting, the Executive Committee was elected as follows:—Mesdames Crawford, Haslam, Jackson, Leslie, Martin, Smith and Misses Kelly, Goldsworthy and Oldfield. Mrs. P. R. Leslie and Mrs. F. W . Cornell were appointed as our representatives f o r the year to the National Council of W o m e n and have submitted interesting reports on the various meetings attended.

T H E OLD COLLEGIAN Back to School Day was once again held on Show Day, 27th September, 1951, and was well attended by O ' d Collegians. It was most enjoyable to share with the senior girls an Assembly and an excellent programme by the present students. On this afternoon a special presentation of books was made to Dr. W o o d for the School Library. The past Presidents of the Club, or their families where the member had passed on, had each donated a book for the Library, and these were presented by Mrs. Kilvington on their behalf. Many of these Past Presidents were able to be present, and it was a privilege to have them again occupying a place on the platform. As always, we appreciated the hospitality of Dr. and Mrs. W o o d at afternoon tea, and the opportunity thus given to meet old, and make, new friends.

On 11th November, the Annual Church Service was held at Auburn Methodist Church when, unfortunately, there was not as large an attendance as usual. W e do appreciate Dr. W o o d preaching at this service once again, and would like to thank our soloist, Miss June Dawkins, and Miss Mary Hughes, who read the lesson.

The President, Senior Vice-President and the Convener of the Younger Members' Circle, were welcomed to Morning Assembly on 26th November, when the President invited senior girls to join the Club.

Many girls were enrolled, several as Life Members.

For the first time for several years, the day of the Garden Party, 8th December, 1951, was wet —very wet. W e were indeed grateful to Dr. W o o d for making available for our use the Boarders' Lounge and Dining Room, which thus enabled us to spend a very pleasant afternoon in spite of the weather. The exhibition of handicrafts interested our visitors and our members very much, and the present girls are to be congratulated on the high standard attained.

The early part of 1952 was very busy f o r many Old Collegians, spent in preparation for the Fair f o r the New Assembly Hall Fund. W e were all very pleased when our stall raised £214 f o r the two days, 14th and 15 th March, and in addition a number of donations were received. Old Collegians were working in every section of the Fair as we'l as on our own stall, and many were with the Parents' Association. The Honorary Organiser, Mrs. L. Chambers, is to be congratulated on the marvellous success of the effort, and it was with joy that the President and Secretary accepted an invitation to be present at the school on 22nd April, when Dr. W o o d expressed the thanks of all concerned to Mrs. Chambers, presenting her with a gold star brooch as a memento of the occasion.

Owing to the Fair, the Schoolgirls' Welcome was not held until 4th April, and was in the Dining Hall. The Younger Members' Circle arranged an interesting programme of progessive games, and all present spent an enjoyable evening.

On the advice of our golfing members it was decided not to hold our Golf Day until about October, 1952, when other golf fixtures would be over. The Committee now have the arrangements in hand and we hope to have definite news shortly.

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The Literary Evening was held on 2nd May, 1952, in the Boarders' Lounge and was tremendously successful. The Lounge was absolutely full and our guest speakers, Messrs. John and Frank Livingston told us the most interesting story of their recent trip from America in their yacht. W e enjoyed and appreciated very much items f r o m two Old Co'legians—Miss Ruth Farren Price, pianist, and Miss Z o e Caldwell, elocutionist.

Most important to our younger members was the Ball which was held in St. Kilda Town Hall on 18th June.

The thirty-six attractive debutantes were presented to the President, and we congratulate Mrs. F. C. Martin, the Convener, and the ticket secretaries, Misses Eunice Dann and Beverley Effick, on the successful evening which resulted in a cheque for the Club of £ 1 3 8 / 8 / most welcome in view of the greatly increased costs.

A Return Ball was arranged by the debutantes, and was held at Tudor Court on 14th August. For this the ticket secretaries were Misses Glenne Gourlay and A n n Chandler.

Although the dinner was held at "Birdwood, ' Elwood again, on 27th August, it was well attended. W e were particularly fortunate in having as our guest speaker, Miss Pat Jarrett, Social Editress of the " S u n " ; we also enjoyed a delightful group of songs by Miss Pat Napier with Miss W y n Collins as accompanist.

During the year, representatives of our Club have accepted invitations to a luncheon at Church of England Girls' Grammar School, a Garden Party at the Presbyterian Ladies' College, dinner at the Hermitage at Geelong, the speech nights of our own school and Elsternwick branch, Wesley Ball and Elsternwick Branch Ball, and we had the pleasure of entertaining representatives of M o r ongo, The Hermitage, Church of England Girls' Grammar School, and Presbyterian Ladies' College Old Collegians at our Garden Party, and of Wesley College Old Collegians and the Parents' Association at our Ball.

W e very much appreciate and should like to express our thanks to Dr. and Mrs. W o o d f o r the welcome which always awaits us at the school, and for so kindly allowing us the use of the various rooms for our functions from time to time; to Miss D. Ball f o r all her help and co-operation; to the various members who have entertained us so willingly and so graciously throughout the year; and to Miss Flockhart who has helped us to make these arrangements.

Our sincere sympathy is with all who have suffered sorrow, and our loving thoughts with all who have not been with us owing to illness.

In conclusion, we wish to thank you all, and especially the Council members, f o r your help in making this year such a happy one. W e should like to we'come the incoming President, Mrs. A .

G. Haycraft, and to pass on to her our very best wishes.

G R A C E H A L E S , President.

V E N I E H A R R I S O N , H o n . Secretary.

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M.L.C.

OLD COLLEGIANS R O O M S CIRCLE

CLUB

Mrs. E. Hocking ( W i n N o r m a n ) and Mrs. W .

Blackburn (Vera Lockwood) had been presented with an M.L.C. Tea Spoon, prior to their departure f o r England, in May, and that £5 had been donated to the National Council of W o m e n f o r their Food f o r Britain Appeal.

Annual Report Once again, I have much pleasure in presenting the 26th Annual Report.

During the past year, members have continued to meet regularly.

October 5 . — A t the Caris Club, the hostesses were Mrs. P. R. Leslie (Mabel Rowe) and Mrs. E. Dewar (Mattie Brown).

Miss Grace McKinnon (Secretary of the W o o l Board) who had just returned f r o m an extensive trip abroad, gave a very interesting account of her travels, and stressed the value and importance of wool to the Australian economy, and at the same time emphasing the importance of labelling woollen articles as such.

December 3 . — A t the Caris Club, we celebrated our 25th Birthday and Christmas Dinner Party.

Miss Barbour kindly made the attractive caps worn by all present. The original members present were given a Club Room's Silver Apostle tea spoon, as a keepsake. Afterwards members visited the Athenaeum picture theatre.

March 2 7 . — A t the Caris Club, 25th Annual Meeting was held. A t this meeting, it was with regret that Mrs. Tozer's (Alice T h o m p s o n ) resignation was accepted, and the meeting expressed their sincere thanks and appreciation f o r her many years of devoted service to the C'ub Rooms.

Mrs. T. G. Grieve (Nell Cro'l) was elected and welcomed as H o n . Treasurer. It was reported that

DEBUTANTES

AT

ANNUAL

BALL, H E L D

May 1.—Members met at Mrs. T. W o o d ' s (Gertrude Osborn) home. At this meeting, Mrs. G. Swift (Marie Sutherland) was elected as Assistant H o n . Secretary.

July 3 . — A t Mrs. R. Hales' (Grace Waite) home. W e thank the above hostess most sincerely for helping to make these gatherings so enjoyable to all.

September 5.—26th Annual Meeting at the Caris C'ub.

December 4.—26th Birthday Dinner Party at the Caris Club.

and

Christmas

It is with deep regret that we report the loss of one of our oldest members, Mrs. E. T. Bailey (Alice Wells), who passed away in May. W e wish to express our sincere sympathy to all her relations.

As this will be my last report, I wish to thank a'l members, especially Mrs. Russell and Mrs. Tozer, f o r their co-operation and support during my years of office and wish the incoming officebearers much happiness in their work.

In closing, I would like to convey to all members my best wishes.

E D N A L. C O R N E L L , H o n . Sec. 31st August, 1952.

AT

ST. K I L D A

TOWN

—Photo., Elite, Flinders Lane.

H A L L , 18th J U N E

THE OLD COLLEGIAN N A T I O N A L C O U N C I L OF W O M E N OF V I C T O R I A — 1 9 5 2 Report by Mrs. E. W . Cornell (Edna Pryor), Delegate.

As a delegate f o r the Club to the above Council, I have had the pleasure and privilege to attend a series of interesting and instructive meetings during the year.

Mrs. J. G. Norris is the Victorian President; and Mrs. Herbert Brookes, the Austra'ian President, is also a Vice-President of the International Council of Women.

1952—the Jubilee Year.

I feel sure members would be interested in a brief statement of some of the Council's achievements over the years.

Formed in 1902—by Janet, Lady Clarke, when 30 women's organisations were represented (now number totals over 100). Over the years, it has initiated, supported and fought for the improvement of the status of women and children in the community. A few examples—Children's Court, Children's P'aygrounds, Infant Life Protection, Women's Suffrage, Milk Supply, Bush Nursing, School f o r Domestic Economy, W o m e n Inspectors for Education, Women Magistrates and J.P.'s, W o m e n Police, Baby Health Centres, Six O'clock Closing, Travellers' Aid Society, State Censorship of Films, Town Planning, Migration and Health, etc. The Council has aptly been referred to as "the watchdog of the people."

During the year, the following meetings were held, and speakers were; February.—Mrs. H . Hunt. Subject:

"Cairo."

March.—The Jubilee Meeting. Mrs. Herbert Brookes. Subject: "Delegates to Various Overseas Conferences." Mrs. Claude Couchman. Subject: "Noted W o m e n in the Council." Mrs. Karl Kumm.

Subject: "Achievements of the Council." Mrs. J. G. Norris reported that an "Index Record" was being prepared to contain names and qualificat : ons of outstanding women in the community (past and present).

April 5 . — A Garden Fete was held at Mrs. Allen Southey's home in Toorak, at which a pageant was presented, featuring the early Presidents.

April.—Dr. Cunningham Dax spoke of the "Mentally Sick" in the community, stressing the importance of studying the social background of the patient, and methods of treatment.

May.—Mrs. Norris, who had recently visited the Kew Mental Hospital, reported on the dilapidated clothing worn, lack of occupation, evening meals at 3.40, consisting of bread, butter, jam and mug of tea; next meal at 7 a.m. (These conditions have since been improved.) Mrs. Norris paid a great tribute to the excellent work of the nurses.

Senator Robertson spoke on " T h e Importance of International Understanding in Australia," and said that Australia must take the leading part in

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the Pacific and be the "Food Arsenal" and that women must fight for more representation on boards.

June. — Mr. Wirth. Subject: " T h e Colombo Plan." A n attempt to unite Asiatics with our white race; such as in interchange of scholars and students of all branches of living, whereby one race may learn to know the mind, habits and ideas of the other—not a matter of the Asiatics learning our way only; but that they also show us their way of life—with the hope that a fuller understanding may result on both sides.

July.—Mrs. Norris reported that the " G o o d Neighbour Council" had opened a branch at Williamstown. Guest speaker: Mr. W . N. Houston, who stressed the necessity of labelling textiles, especially woollen goods.

August.—Mrs. Norris announced that the recent appeal for Food f o r Britain, £2887/15/3 had been sent to the Queen, with a request that it be distributed amongst the old folk, pensioners, etc. Guest speaker: Dr. K. Brennan, of the Hea'th Department, who spoke on " F o o d , " mentioned that the cost of wrappings is allowed by the Prices Commission. The law states that no person shall pack f o o d f o r sa'e, in such a way that it will come into direct contact with paper on which there is writing or printing. Shopkeepers must pack f o o d so that they effectively protect it from flies, dust, or any source of contamination. The treatment of bread was well known—just a "bandage of flimsy paper."

September.—Lady Walsh, a Y.W.C.A. representative on the National Council of W o m e n of Great Britain, gave a short address.

Mrs. M. G. Pardy, President of Mental Hospitals Auxiliaries, reported that great improvements had been made, especially at the Kew Hospital where more toilets and bathrooms had been tnsta led. As the building was erected in 1863 the wooden floors were well worn and, when examined were found to be so thick, that they were now being turned over, reprocessed and replaced The outs.de shell of the building was perfect, but the interior was being altered, improved, and redecorated; 11 acres of lino had to be found.

Guest speaker was Miss Willis (who is a Victorian delegate to the United Nations Council) who spoke on "Trusteeship." The countries in the Pacific, especially New Guinea, were the most backward in the world, and she stressed the importance of caring for and helping these nations. The liberated people of Europe needed help to find their place in life again, and closer relationship and understanding between countries was necessary a general drawing-in and "bridging the g a p " was encouraged.

In closing, I would like to say that I feel it a great honour to have been asked to attend these interesting meetings, and sincerely thank the Council for electing me.

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54 HISTORY

COMMITTEE

It is with pleasure that I present the first written report of the O.C.C. History Committee.

T h e object of this Committee, as many of you know, is to assist Dr. W o o d to compile material f o r the History of M.L.C. to be published in 1957.

T h e Committee consists at present of a Convener, Secretary and thirteen members, and our meetings are held at the College.

T h e first meeting was held on 4th April, 1951, and since then three other meetings have been held.

T h e Committee felt at its inception that it was embarking on a rather ambitious and somewhat vague project, as many of the Old Collegians to whom we naturally would have looked f o r information concerning the early days of M.L.C. had passed on. However, even at our first meeting, as a result of discussion among members, many valuable suggestions were made, and there were followed up with more or less success. W e have received valuable help both f r o m the Public Library and " T h e Spectator," together with early copies of the magazine "Blue Bell," some early copies of handbooks, badges, photos, and a valuable diary.

W e have brought the matter before the Club on several occasions through the media of magazine, circular, and " T h e Spectator," but we feel we have only touched the fringe of the matter, and that there are still many avenues of information yet unknown to us. W e would once again, therefore, urge all club members to make this matter of the History of M.L.C. a personal one, and do what they can to let the Committee have any appropriate information which we find often comes f r o m the most unlikely sources. W e feel, that owing to the breaking up of homes and the often consequent destruction of records, letters, etc. much valuable material may be lost to us; and we would, therefore, ask that any contributions be sent to us as soon as possible.

In conclusion, we would like to thank all Old Collegians who have so far helped us in this matter.

Q U E E N I E H O W E L L , Convener.

YOUNGER

MEMBERS'

CIRCLE

First Annual Report This is the end of the first year of the Younger Members' Circle and the members of the Committee feel quite proud to produce this report.

Although we have had a few upsets and disappointments throughout the year we have also had a great deal of f u n and a number of really delightful functions.

W e started the year with a Tennis Party at school and this was so successful that the Committee felt! confident to venture upon more varied functions during the year. Hikes and trips to the

country have proved to be of immense fun to those who attended, but unfortunately not sufficient did and this was consequently disastrous to our funds. W e hired a bus to Mt. Macedon one Saturday morning and the day was delightful with everything running to schedule although we nearly lost our Secretary (Audrey Oldfield) in a huge basin of fruit salad at Fruit Salad Farm.

T h e three Theatre Nights we planned during the year were thoroughly enjoyed by those who attended, and incidentally, they replenished our "financial larder" considerably. In view of this, the Committee decided to give a small donation of five pounds to the Assembly Hall Fund.

Perhaps the most adventurous of our functions was a Barn Dance which was held at the home of one of our members. This wa- a great success, even though Mrs. Ball (Jill Hickling) nearly strangled herself by becoming entangled in a bridle hanging f r o m the roof.

W e are happy to announce that Miss Audrey Oldfie'd has been elected joint-Convener and we would like to thank her f o r all the work that she and Miss Marion Fenton (Treasurer) have done f o r our Circle during the year.

W e would very much like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Mrs. Hales and Miss Venie Harrison f o r their help and encouragement, also to the Old Collegians' Club Council f o r their donation of ten pounds to our funds to help us with postage and circulars. This will prove to be of great help to us in the forthcoming year.

W e have' many functions in mind and the first is a Tennis Party at school at the next mid-term holiday if permission is granted as well as a Swimming Party later in the year.

Our annual meeting was he'd on 30th September, at which office-bearers were elected and our future plans were discussed.

M. J. SHEIL, A . O L D F I E L D , Joint Conveners.

GOLF At Huntingdale,

DAY 14th November

" O h , yes, you were in the tennis team!" " I remember y o u — y o u were always in a gym tunic!"—Sorry, I really should begin at the beginning.

A perfect day and in lovely surroundings we began our Golf Day f o r 1952.

Present girls—mother can get off the mark as smart as ever you can (and no whistle either!).

10 a.m.—All golfers trollies ready, and only waiting f o r the starter's call f o r play.

(Maybe they knew Mrs. Buick's call meant business.) A cheery wave to on old school mate, but the course ahead.

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T H E OLD COLLEGIAN Grandmas were there too (so they said, tho' they didn't look it)—some of the brightest and best.

A field of over 40 away by 10.40 a.m.

From 1 o'clock onwards the players returned— cheery, no matter what the score. W h e n over 50 gathered f o r lunch, the rafters rang. All wore name tags with single names on.

T h e kind folk who served lunch were wonderfully patient—as lunch lasted f r o m 1 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. (Then we were still discovering old friends.)

T h e slaps on the shoulder were as hearty as Dad's would have been at an Old Boys' reunion. I have always felt sorry for Presidents—but never again.

Mrs. Haycraft (Elma Martin) had as much fun as I had, and that is saying a great deal.

Mrs. Hinton (Eleanor Johnson), Huntingdale captain (Golf President before this goes to press) introduced Mrs. Haycraft, who in a bright speech admitted she had been "caddying" that morning.

She welcomed all, and all welcomed her. T h o u g h no one seemed to care if their score was 50 or 500, there were some "top scores," and several handicaps were reduced.

Divi-

Mrs. Ingles Smith (Freda Farrow) carried off the Trophy in " B " Division (also reduced her handicap).

Mrs. Richards holes.

COLLEGIANS'

ASSOCIATION

(ELSTERNWICK) Annual Report

12 o'clock.—The loyal well wishers arriving— Mrs. Hales (Past President), Mrs. Cornell (Edna Pryor) (Vice-President), Mrs. White (Sadie Reynolds), Mrs. McKenzie (Isobel Campbell), Mrs. Dight, etc., to say nothing of the Council members already among the 10 a.m.-ers.

Mrs. H . Bird (Mary Artill) topped " A " sion (scratch to 18).

OLD

(Gwen Edwards), the 9 secret

The " g o o d old times" ran on—Elina Moir (Mrs. Boon, of Warragul) had a day—seemed to know everyone. Mrs. Merryless (Hettie Stocks), Charlton, ran close. Mrs. Balding (Trix Barclay) and daughter, Judith, could place many. Judith and Joan Anderson lent a cheery note—being of the younger set, they will see the Old Collegians' Golf Day becomes "tradition."

Mrs. Frost (Elvira W a r d ) , Mornington, was definitely among old cobbers again.

O n behalf of the Committee of the M.L.C. (Elesternwick) Old Collegians' Association I have much pleasure in presenting the Annual Report.

A t our annual meeting we were interested to hear a report f r o m Miss June Miles, our Youth Concert representative, who suggested that we f o r m a group to attend this year's Youth Concert series; this was done and as a result we have spent many enjoyable evenings.

May 3, 1952.—The Athletic Sports were well attended this year and we were lucky to have a perfect day f o r the occasion.

May 6, 1952.—A most enjoyable night was held at His Majesty's Theatre where a group of about sixty saw "Kiss Me Kate" which provided not only an enjoyable evening but also an opportunity to meet old school friends again.

July 11, 1952.—"Could M.L.C. (Elsternwick) and Caulfield Grammar be merged into a c o educational school?"

This subject caused much laughter and interesting observations to be made during a debate between the two schools.

July 22, 1952.—We held our Annual Dance at the New Alexandra f o r the first time. This was not only a social success but very profitable also. Because of this we hope to continue holding our future dances there. A special word must be said here f o r all members of the Committee, for without their support and very hard work we could never have held such a function. W e were also happy to have with us Dr. and Mrs. Brenton, President of the Parents' Association, on such a pleasurable occasion.

August 24, 1952.—The annual Church Service was held at the Orrong Road Methodist Church and here we had an opportunity to worship with not only Old Collegians but also present-day girls, staff and friends.

September 25, 1952.—Back to School Day was a perfect day of glorious sunshine. It was great fun for all of us to be able to chat with other O l d Collegians, members of staff and present girls.

Miss Lindsay kindly showed us the alterations which have been made over the last year and the usual basketball match was played.

W e are having a Grandma's Trophy next year — s o look to your stroke.

October 3, 1952.—This event was successful.

The Annual Dinner and Picture Night, the dinner being held at Union House, Melbourne University.

I must not run on indefinitely. Such a day was a happy reward f o r the Committee's efforts, and they—Mesdames Hunter, Stewart, Bird, Buick, Jackson (Kath V i m p a n i ) , Powell-Dawes (Margaret McCutchinson), Kennett (Doreen V i m p a n i ) , and Miss Audrey Dye—thank you all.

The Council of the School has decided to give a Memorial Scholarship in memory of Miss J. Bennett, and Dr. W o o d and Miss Lindsay have kindly given us permission to donate an H o n o u r Board to bear the names of girls who win the scholarship.

P.S.—Present girls, in the years to be, when you no longer find your friends on the tennis court, look to the golf links. There is much in the saying, "the pull of the old school tie."

Till next year.

ISLA

PEARSON.

A most successful year in all respects has been held. W e have not only enjoyed ourselves, but have taken advantage through the Association to renew old friendships and keep in touch with the school. W e look forward to similar successes in future years.

N O R M A M O R R I S , H o n . Secretary.

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(Sydney Branch) December 3, 1951.—The Christmas Party of the Sydney members was held at 5.30 p.m. Hostesses f o r the evening were Misses Y v o n n e Robinson and Alison Reed.

A n enjoyable evening was had by all and Mrs. Hughes (Neen Preston) kindiy sang some carols which lent a Christmas spirit to the evening. She was ably accompanied by Mrs. Badgery (May Brown).

W e thank Miss Preston f o r her gift of calendars and f o r the decorative serviettes. Mrs. Goldsmid donated a Noel Coward book to the member who could remember furthest back to her school days. This book was won by Mrs. Brown (Rhoda Buchanan).

A novel competition was also held and after much hilarity it was unanimous that Mrs. Frazer (Kathleen Gault): should receive the prize. Mrs. Evans (Phyllis Furneaux), a new member, was welcomed and we were very pleased to have her join.

March 4, 1 9 5 2 . — A late afternoon party was • held at 5.30 p.m., and twenty-three were present.

Hostesses f o r the evening were Mrs. Campbell (Gretchen Krome) and Miss Joycelyn Pescott.

Mrs. Chancellor was our speaker f o r the evening and, as she had just recently returned f r o m another trip abroad, we were all very interested to hear the news of her varied experiences in England, Canada and America.

She concluded by stating that she felt that Australia was still the best country to live in.

Mrs. Mulrea (I. Hearn) was welcomed as a new member, also Miss Shain's sister, Miss Kermode.

May 15.—Ten O l d Collegians entertained Linda Clemens (Belcher) at the Carlton f o r supper. W e all enjoyed meeting her again and many items of news were exchanged.

June 4.—This was the event of our late aftern o o n tea party, at which Miss Jean Wishart was hostess. The members were pleased to welcome Mrs. W . Deane (Elsie Danks) and her daughter.

May Morgan was also welcomed as a new member, but as she will be training as a nurse soon we regret that we will not have her f o r long.

T h e Annual Meeting of our Club was held in September. Mrs. Macdonald (Jean Howarth) and Mrs. Fraser (Kathleen Gault) were hostesses f o r the evening. At the suggestion of Mrs. Fraser, we were asked to relate an anecdote of some incident of our school days. Quite a few members were able to relate some very amusing occurrences.

A t this meeting, we elected officers f o r the ensuing year, which are as fallows: President: Miss C. Money.

Secretary: Mrs. Satchell

(Margaret

Bassett).

Treasurer: Miss Z . Preston.

News Mrs. Grozier (Jean Watson) son, 28th December, 1951.

gave birth to a

Phil Gram underwent an operation in April, but we are glad to know that she has fully recovered.

Bereavements T h e Old Collegians extended sympathy to the following Old Collegians: Mrs. W . Deane (Elsie Danks) died in February, 1952.

whose husband

Mrs. Shain (Ivy Kermode) whose mother died in November, 1951.

Miss I. McClelland, whose mother died in July, 1952.

Obituary , W e also feel the loss of some of our members who died this year.

Mrs. Guss in the year.

(Doris Pepperday), who died early

Mrs. Chancellor (May G r e e n ) , who died in June of this year.

Miss M . Paton, who died in August of this year.

CICELY

MONEY.

M.L.C. O L D C O L L E G I A N S '

CLUB

(Adelaide Branch) President: Mrs. C. L. M o r g a n (Ruby Miller) Vice-President: Mrs. J. D u n n (Estelle Gardner) Treasurer: Mrs. Loveday

(Alberta Lauer)

Acting Secretary: Mrs. Loveday (Alberta Lauer) O u r membership increased slightly last year, but not f o r very long, Mrs. Beynor returning to Melbourne to live, and Mrs. V . Anderson removing to Nedlands, W . A . , T h e annual meeting was held at the Overseas Club rooms on 20th June.

A t the annual meeting on 17th August, 1951, we were pleased to welcome Mrs. Nicholls ( W i n i fred Gardner) f r o m the Melbourne Club.

Mrs. Cockrell (Bessie Stanyer) spent an extended holiday in Cairns and Sydney last year.

In the social activities, husbands proved their worth and members brought them along to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Reece f o r bridge in October. Mrs. Cox (Mary H a r t ) , over f r o m Melbourne, was our guest at the January meeting; and we also welcomed a new member, Mrs. Daley (Verna G r a y ) . O n 6th March, husbands were prevailed upon to accompany us to the Repertory Theatre to see the "Happiest Days of Y o u r Life." A pleasing conclusion was supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Martin, Glenunga.

O n 21st March, at the home of Mrs. Dunn, we were happy to welcome home Mrs. Field (Addie Crane) f r o m a 12-months' visit to Great Britain.

She was travelling with her son, who was doing pharmacy work in London.

Mrs. Daley (Verna Gray) left f o r England in June.

W e regret that Mrs. Winnall has not been with us this year and trust her health will soon improve. Mr. and Mrs. D u n n have recently returned

THE OLD f r o m New South Wales. Seeing Canberra in its autumn glory was the highlight of their trip.

T h e Victorian Secondary Schools Old Girls' Association formed here last year with representatives f r o m about 12 schools, was invited by the President, Mrs. E. C. T. Layton, to her North Adelaide home. M.L.C. O.C.C. was represented at this function.

R I T A C. REECE.

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Factory.

It sounded like a storm at sea. . . .

In the evening I spent over an hour down near Matthews. W e had to step back, back, back, every few minutes as the water came up . . .

At present I'm in bed with almost no voice and a very bad cold . . . but I wasn't the only dill who stood in rain and cold to watch the water rising.

Unfortunately, the wreckage and damage is on a huge scale and has caused much hardship and suffering.

LETTER

A description of the floods at Orbost, gleaned f r o m extracts of letters received f r o m Estelle Nicholls:— Orbost, 18th June.

Dear Family, Well, we've seen enough water to last us f o r months to come. . . .

T h e flood is going down gradually though there is a lot more water to comei f r o m the mountains. T h e losses among farmers are almost unbelievable. Most of the houses on the flats have had some water above floor-level. Hundreds of cows are standing in water and, of course, that can only last a little while before they are drowned. . . .

The family of nine, mentioned in the news, were the Kendalls f r o m Brodribb. Judith, Pam and Malco m came to school to-day with coloured jumpers because their school blazers are "floating around somewhere at h o m e , " Pam said. Mr. Kendall had to stand on a chair to ring up the police to come and while he was on the phone he saw two piglets swimming by the window so he lent out and dragged them in on to the sofa! . . . Half the school is away because buses cannot get through.

N E W S FROM

OVERSEAS

Extract of a letter from Helena M. Heath, at present with the English Electric Co., Marconi House, Strand, London:— A Description of the Trooping of the Colour Yesterday I went to the Horse Guards Parade and watched the T r o o p i n g of the Colour and while it is all fresh in my mind I am endeavouring to pass on the wonderful sight to you, i f my pen is only able to keep up with my thoughts.

W e got there about 9.30 and all ticket holders went down a separate path and I felt really important walking past all the thousands who had already taken up their stand along the Mall. Stand A went right along one side and seat 121 was right in the middle. T h r o u g h the glasses I saw Mr. and Mrs. Menzies sitting right over the other side exactly opposite us with Mr. Churchill next to them. T h e n on the balcony I saw Princess Margaret, the Queen Mother, Prince Richard and the Duchess of Kent. Stand A was not reserved f o r Australians only. Quite a few Americans were there and also English folk—the men complete with top hats, and of course the inevitable umbrella or walking stick.

O n M o n d a y morning the flats were green, with just a few puddles left f r o m last week's flood and local rain. . . . Y o u should have felt the east wind that morning—it was terrific! T w o and a half pine trees were blown down at school. . . . With east wind and rain everyone knew there would be a flood, especially as there had been heavy rain in the mountains and N . S . W . All the bus children had to go home during the day. Talk about quick work! At about 9 a.m. water was rushing through the Gulch. By lunch time it had completely covered the flats at Jarrahmond and most of the Mario Road area near the Gulch. A t Bete Bolong it soon came over in a few places. By the afternoon it was over the Highway and after school we watched the last trucks getting through near Matthews' garage. At about tea-time, Watt's Gulch broke and a colossal amount of water rushed across to the station, knocking over railway trucks. It was then that the transport truck was caught on the highway and the three men had to sit and finally stand on the back, up to their waists in water all night while the truck gradually drifted and tilted! . . .

Just a little before 10.45, a landau arrived—in fact two arrived and in the first were Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret.

T h e y were given a rousing reception and made their way to the balcony. W e were so busy looking at the first landau that we didn't even notice who was in the'second. As Phillip was watching with Margaret, the chances are that he was in the second landau.

In the afternoon you just should have seen the huge trees rushing down the roaring current of the river! There was barely a tree's length between each and there was other debris—branches, and dead animals—mixed up with it all. It is no exaggeration to say that there were great waves out at Jarrahmond and down near the Butter

T h e n at about 10.55 the Queen herself arrived, sitting side-saddle and looking, oh-—so small and lost up there on Winston amongst all the other ceremoniously dressed officers and escort. She rode right past my stand and I took a snap though I'm afraid I was too excited and shaky to focus properly.

T h e Queen didn't leave Buckingham Palace till 10.45 but the Guards—Scots, Grenadier and Coldstream—marched on to the parade ground at about 10.15. First you heard the stirring music of the band, then they came into sight, row after row of seemingly toy soldiers, marching as one with black pants, scarlet jackets and black busbys.

They formed up in one long line on the west side of the parade ground with the massed bands, drums and pipers slightly in front.

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First she inspected the troops—both Foot Guards and the Household Cavalry. Y o u ' v e never seen such beautiful horses in your life—white, grey and some jet black. They must have been brushed and groomed f o r hours beforehand.

The men riding them were most impressive in their full regalia. T h e horses were almost uncanny the way they kept time to the music—absolutely marching in step to it.

T o continue—The band then played a slow march followed by a quick march with the f o o t troops marching. Y o u know what a thrill it is to see a bit of the Slow March at the beginning of a Gaumont newsreel, so you can imagine what it was like to actually see it all happening and lasting f o r about ten minutes.

T h e n — a complete change of music and they were quick marching.

T h e way the men and the band in front, turn and manipulate corners has to be seen to be believed.

T h e Escort f o r the Colour then moved o u t — halted opposite the Colour which was taken over by the Ensign and the band played G o d Save the Queen. T h e Colour was then trooped down the line of Guards. A f t e r this bit of ceremony, the Guards marched past the Queen in slow and in quick time—in five divisions, and honestly, they marched completely as one. T h e n it was the Household Cavalry's turn to go past, first at a walk and then at a trot. Honestly, seeing those magnificent animals and the varied dressings of their riders made me feel awfully proud to belong to the British E m p i r e — f o r no other country in the world can match England with such a soul-stirring performance. After this the Sovereign's Escort of the Household Cavalry and the Mounted Band left the parade ground f o r Buckingham Palace, and then the Queen took her place at the head of the Queen's Guard and proceeded down the Mall to Buckingham Palace.

M y word, it was hot in the sun. I saw at least two Guards faint. A couple of soldiers rushed f o r ward and carted the two off on stretchers. I did feel sorry f o r them, f o r we were told that the Guards get 14 days' C.B. if they faint.

That seems to me awfully hard,. f o r the poor chaps would not do it o n purpose now, would they? T h e music played was all very stirring, including " T h e Duke of Y o r k , " " T h e British Grenadiers" and " T h e Coldstream M a r c h . " Looking through the glasses I saw Princess Margaret beating time with the programme in her hand. Really, you could not help but beat time, the rhythm was so perfect.

Elizabeth sat almost motionless throughout, except at the very beginning when her horse was restive—in fact, at one stage, he backed away and turned his back on the Guards. W h e n he was brought back, a soldier adjusted one of the straps and after that he stood perfectly still. It must have been an awful ordeal f o r the Queen, though, with thousands of people watching her f o r the whole one and a ha'f hours, and on television, too.

It's something I shall never forget as long as I live—and I'm so glad and thankful that I was able to see it all.

Extract of a letter f r o m Jean C r o w : — For eleven months now I have been enjoying life in Great Britain, and, as the time f o r my return home draws near, I realise more than ever how very dear to me this wonderful Homeland of ours has become. From the time I arrived in May of last year until 15th October, I did a lot of sightseeing in and around dear old London, as well as tours of the southern counties, and Lake District, Scotland, and a special tour of France, Switzerland Northern Italy and the Austria Tyrol. T h e n I settled down to life and work in London. In this connection I feel you may be interested to hear some news of my activities, as well as those of Neva Start with whom I have spent many happy times.

Neva arrived in England two months earlier than I did, and, f o r some time; was teaching at a school in Nottingham. She was, of course, in charge of music. In July she came to London to study with the famous teacher of singing—Borgioli—who advised her to give up her teaching whilst she was taking lessons. In order to supplement her finances, she took a position at the Overseas Branch of the National Provincial Bank. Much to our surprise and delight I was appointed to the same staff a few weeks later. Of all the banks, let alone the many other offices in London, it was very strange that we should both become employed in the same place. A fortnight after I arrived there, Neva and I were further surprised at the arrival of Pat Hagerty. It is a small world, is it not? As you may imagine, Neva and I were thrilled to be working in the very heart of the oldest part of London, and we spent many lunch hours exploring our most interesting surroundings. Our Bank building is situated on the famous corner on which are the Bank of England, the Mansion House and the Royal Exchange. I worked near a window which overlooked the Mansion House, so was able to obtain a marvellous view of the entire proceedings connected with the Lord Mayor's Show on 9th November last. For the Proclamation of our new Queen, both Neva and I were invited to view the ceremony f r o m the windows in the office of the Assistant Managers, which windows overlook the Royal Exchange on the steps of which the ceremony took place. It was a most impressive and spectacular piece of pageantry. O n the day of the funeral of the late King we were allowed time off f r o m work to witness this very sad, but most wonderful sight. At 6 a.m. on that unforgettable Friday, we took up our positions in Piccadilly o n the corner of St. James's Street so were able to see the entire procession at close quarters.

A more profoundly moving and solemn pageant I could not imagine. T h e sad but proud dignity of the participants in the procession and the Guards and police lining the route, together with the silence of the huge crowds, was indeed a great and loving tribute to a wonderful King and family man. As is the case with many others, I felt that our loss was not only national but a personal one.

T o witness the Lying in State was another deeply moving experience, and I felt proud to be one of the many thousands who waited at least five hours

58 THE OLD COLLEGIAN in order to enter that glorious Westminster Hall and pay homage to our lata beloved Sovereign.

O n 8th March, I terminated my employment at the Bank, so that I might continue my touring.

Before returning home on 5 th June, 1 am to visit the Stratford country, North Wales, the W y e Valley and the Cotswolds district, and will spend three weeks touring Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Holland, ending up with three days in Paris.

Neva is still at the Bank, and is planning f o r her marriage which is to take place on the 3rd May at Wesley's Chapel. I, of course, will be present, and another of the guests is W i l m a McKeown (nee D a v i d ) .

I have been very delighted to meet other O l d Collegians here. Whilst touring in the English Lnke District, I met Miss W i n i f r e d Mitchell, who f o r many years has been a member of the Music Staff at the College. Sheila Davies I have seen on one occasion when we had a marvellous chat about old times and our more recent travels.

I have also seen both Judith and Nancy Hackwcll on several occasions.

There is a great number of wonderful experiences about which I should like to tell you, but I have written about facts which I thought may be of interest to other Old Collegians if you are able to publish a few of them in the July issue of the Magazine. I should have mentioned that Neva is marrying Mr. Noel Mcintosh who arrived in London f r o m Australia on Sunday last.

I was very glad to learn of the amazing result of the Fete held at the College in March. Such a grand result is in itself a tribute to the hard work of so many Collegians, past and present, and the parents. M y congratulations to the organisers and their colleagues.

With all g o o d wishes f o r the continued success of the Magazine, Yours sincerely, W. JEAN

CROW.

Extract from a letter received by Miss V. Harrison from Mrs. Y . Scott, who lives in a suburb of New York, America:— I could write a great deal about life in America.

W e love it and find the people so kind and hospitable. They are immediately interested when they hear that we are Australians and make it easy f o r us to become acquainted with them.

Contrary to its greatly publicised crime, narcotic rings and general wickedness ( ? ) America, as we find it in suburban life, is intensely conscientious.

Churches of Protestant denomination play an important part in community life and the people seem much more aware of religion than they are in Australia.

T h e schools are naturally affected by locality, but the schools supported by the citizens are much better equipped than the comparable ones at home. M y two children attend our local school, and they have a delightful cafeteria where they can buy hot lunches or sandwiches. T h e menus are sent

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home each week so that the parents may check what the children are having. Also, any parent is able to call at any time and supervise without notifying the school. There is also a strong ParentTeacher Association; parents are invited to discussion groups and mothers can go along to morning coffee hours where they can meet the teachers and discuss any problem relating to the children.

I find that the women especially, are very alert, keenly interested in most things and not in the least dull. They manage their homes and families and yet find time to stimulate their minds outside, which is g o o d both f o r the home and the community.

O n e thing I f o u n d hard to become accustomed to, but now take f o r granted is: " T h e customer is always right." Hence, shopping here is a pleasure with the shopkeepers doing all in their power to make it so.

But the hardest thing to obtain enough of America is—time.

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Letter received by Queen'e Howell from Evalyne Smith, who is spend'ng s'x months touring England and America, after spending some time on the Continent:— T h e "Columbian," Milwaukee Railroad, Dakota.

M y Dear Queenie, A t any moment the train will continue its jolting journey across South Dakota and then my writing will become even more illegible. W e are waiting f o r fifteen minutes at Aberdeen—a farming centre in the midst of miles of flat maize country. I am with a group of people touring the Parks of Central U . S . A .

W e go to Yellowstone, Salt Lake City, Colorado Springs, Denver and National Park. I am looking forward to this tremendously.

W e left Chicago last night at 10 p.m. and will leave the train sometime to-morrow morning. T h e sleepers are the Pullman type—which figure largely in the films—the ones where everyone is curtained off in a small cubicle. T h e bed was very comfortable last night. O n the train f r o m Washington to Chicago, I had a different type of sleeper—a real bed with armchairs beside it.

Well, I didn't intend to give a lecture on American railways. I arrived in New Y o r k on 1st August and have had a most exciting month here.

W h e n I reached Chicago last Sunday, it was very pleasant to find your letter waiting f o r me.

T h e train has begun its journey once more as you will notice in a minute or two.

I flew f r o m London to New Y o r k , as you know.

There was such a strong head-wind that we had to refuel at Iceland and Labrador—which delayed us f o r some hours but made the journey more interesting. Y o u can imagine what a thrill it was to meet by brother after thirty years. He, Isabel and I stayed at the Waldorf-Astoria f o r a week, and saw most of the highlights of New Y o r k . I wouldn't like to live there but it is a wonderful place f o r a holiday. W e toured round in buses,

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sailed round Manhattan Island, climbed the Statue of Liberty, visited various skyscrapers and sampled theatres and night clubs.

One day Frank and I flew to Buffalo, hired a car and drove to Niagara Fa'ls. These are about twenty miles downstream f r o m Buffalo. W e drove along the Canadian side first. There are lovely parks all along the water side. T h e Falls themselves are breath-taking; of course, I had seen photographs of them, but I was awed by their grandeur, the width of the chasm and the wonderful colours p'aying through the water.

We visited the gorge and whirlpool downstream and inspected the caves behind the falls. W e wore heavy oilskins and crawled out dripping and nearly deafened.

After New York, Isabel and I went on a tour of New England. W e travelled with fifty other tourists—forty-eight women and two men. It was fascinating listening to the various accents f r o m States all over the country. T h e bus took us to Cape Cod, Boston, the Green Mountains of Vermont, the White Mountains of Hampshire, Lake Champlain, Lake George, Hyde Park and West Point. Much of the scenery was very beautiful— very like England in spots as befits its name. O f course, this part of the country is full of history.

W e inspected Lexington, Concord and Fort Ticonderoga. The Americans certainly regard all their historic relics with great respect. There are little notices all over the place pointing out that here Paul Revere rode, George Washington slept and rebel armies marched, as the case may be.

We visited " T h e Wayfarers' I n n " which has been resored by Henry Ford. N o t far f r o m this place are the homes where Emerson and Louise Alcott lived (not together). W e also visited " T h e House of Seven Gables," f r o m which the book of the same name was written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. I haven't read it, I regret to say, but would like to do so now that I have explored the house with its fascinating secret staircase.

I next journeyed down to see my aunt and uncle in Philadelphia. It was lovely to stay in a real home after hotel-life. T h e y had a dusky maid, a sixteen-year-old cat and some tame squirrels. From Philadelphia I sallied south to Washington, D.C. This is a very beautiful city with tree-lined avenues and fine buildings. I visited the White House (in company with five hundred other s : ght-seers), the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial and Mount Vernon, Washington's home.

T h e last week I spent in Chicago and will return there after this trip. That seems to bring you up to date with my journeying.

Extracts from the diary of Dr. Dulcie Rayment, describing her visit to Buckingham Palace for presentation to the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, early in this year:— I met the two Sydney girls, N o l a and Beverley, at their flat at Swiss Cottage, and the car arrived at about 2.15 p.m., driven by a chauffeur who had done the j o b many, many times before.

H e told us a few interesting anecdotes on the way to the Palace. W e , of course, had our special yellow sticker on the windscreen, and felt very important until we arrived in the Mall. Here were literally hundreds of cars bearing similar stickers queueing up to enter the Palace.

W e joined the queue and sat in it f o r about haif an hour before we finally arrived at the gates, showed our cards and were allowed through.

A t the main entrance on the farther side of the huge courtyard, we were assisted f r o m the car Dy a footman, proceeded up the red-carpeted stairs, and then entered a large, red-carpeted room with the grand staircase leading off to the left. • Ahead of us was the ladies' cloakroom, and after powdering our noses and viewing ourselves f r o m all angles in the many mirrors we ascended the grand staircase and were directed to the ball supper room.

T h e sight as we entered the supper room was amazing. A large, white-walled, gilt-decorated room with enormous chandeliers was packed full of girls, all sitting on little gilt chairs.

W h e n our turn came we went out of the supper room, along a red-carpeted corridor and into the back of the ballroom itself. Here we were lined up, almost under the musicians' gallery, while at the other end of the room, seated on chairs on a crimson dais and attended by the Honourable Corps of the Gentlemen at Arms, were the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh.

A b o v e and behind them was an enormous crimson canopy, standing out clearly against the white and gilt walls.

W e passed through the ballroom and out into a little anteroom again set with mirrors so that we were able to put final touches to our toilette and then we were at the door leading back into the ballroom and to the Queen.

While our cards were being passed on, we too were being directed f r o m one spot to another, until our names were announced and then we went forward alone and made our curtsey to the Queen.

T h e Queen looked a picture, so serene and poised, sitting very erect and bending her head and smiling as each debutante made her curtsey.

T h e n we made our way f r o m the ballroom into the crimson drawingroom where we were more than ready f o r a cup of tea—fortunately the urns ran to two cups each.

Our car was order through a microphone which is connected with the loud speakers in the Mall.

After about ten minutes' wait it arrived and we were soon on our way out of the gates of the Palace, and into the busy noise of the everyday London traffic.

News of Beryl Phillips, who went overseas in April last year:— Just before Beryl left Australia the Methodist Y o u n g People's Department asked her if she would go to America to do a course in Religious Education. She spent about three and a half months in

58 THE OLD COLLEGIAN England going to an S.C.M. Conference in Swannick and a Summer School at Truro, Cornwall.

Out of the three and a half months, she spent three and a half weeks in Holland, the Rhine Valley and Belgium cycling and hitch-hiking and, needless to say, had some very interesting experiences.

She left England on 1st September, 1951, and spent one week in New York' with Rev. C. J. and Mrs. Wright, then went to Hartford Seminary Foundation, Connecticut, where she spent eight months doing the course. She f o u n d it both a very interesting and a very busy time—the Americans work very hard and f o r long hours to fit their course into the eight months. After working so hard, Beryl received her Master's Degree and went up to T o r o n t o to a Methodist Leaders' Conference at Epworth Forest, near Fort Wayne, Indiana. She also went to a Student Volunteer Movement Conference in Lawrence, Kansas, at Christmas time, where there were 2500 delegates. After Epworth Forest, she went to Tacoma, on Puget Sound, Washington State, to do a month's vacation school work, spending one week at a place in an Indian Reserve not far f r o m the famous Cou'ee Dam, and another week at the f o o t of Mt. Ranier which is over 14,000 feet high, the top being covered with snow the whole year round. She then went down through San Francisco to Los Angeles, arriving there about four hours before the earthquake which shook the house about like a ship in a storm, but fortunately the house remained quite safe.

After going through Utah, Colorado, etc., she arrived at Ashlands, Kentucky, in time f o r the wedding of her room-mate f r o m Hartford.

Then a few days in Washington and ten days in New Y o r k completed over eleven months in the States.

She is now back in England and has just completed a hitch-hike trip to Scotland and hopes to cross to France and Switzerland before she returns to Austra'ia just before Christmas.

NEWS Mrs. Roly Stebbins (Jean Carne) has returned f r o m Fiji where she spent six months with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. T. C. Carne, who are working among the Indians of Fiji. T h e youngest of her children was born in Fiji in March.

Mrs. Ronald Carne (Joan Day) is to return f r o m Port Moresby with her husband at the end of this year.

Methie Alcorn, who has just moved to a new property, " T h e Junction," Boronia Road, W a n tirna, would be delighted to see any Old Collegians, who are passing through this district.

Meryl Ross returned to Melbourne at the beginning of the year after spending two years overseas. Eighteen months of this time was spent studying piano in Paris, and the last six months was spent giving concerts in England, including a recital in London just before her return. During her holidays she travelled extensively in England, Scot-

land and Ireland as well as on the visiting Belgium, Germany, Austria, Switzerland.

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Other Old Collegians who have visited England and the Continent this year include Vea Hill (Jolly), Mrs. S. Jenkin (Gwenda Wilson), Mrs. W . Blackburn (Vera Lockwood), Mrs. E. Hocking (Win Norman), Helen and Joan Cornish, Noeleen Ferris, Marjorie Behrendt, Rosemary Baxter, Robin Carne (who journeyed to England f r o m Canada), Joan Garden, Mrs. Dorothy McDonnell (Worrell), Maureen Johnson, Ruth Pretty, Ruth Price and Ellen Christensen.

Dr. Hilda Kincaid, an O l d Collegian, who has been in charge of Infant Welfare Centres, retired this year after 24 years of service with the Health Committee. The g o o d wishes of all members of the Club are extended to her who, with her distinguished scholastic record, has applied her energy unremittingly to such a task.

Old Collegians doing Nursing at the A l f r e d Hospital include Margaret Blackwell, Shirley Dunoon, Lillian Nixon, Joan Maclean, Judith West, Elaine Stewart and Elaine Cornwell.

T h e following O l d Collegians passed their final Nursing examination this year: Patricia Badenach, Marjorie Collings, Patricia Collyer, Joan Hollings (now doing further training at the Crown Street Hospital, Sydney) and Anne Miller.

Beverley Bolle, daughter of an O l d Collegian (Grace Hitchings) topped the recent first year Nurses' examination f o r Victoria.

Mary Patten, daughter of Old Collegian, Beryl King, a student nurse, is President of the Melbourne School of Nursing and a Vice-Chairman of Victorian Student Nurses' Association, f o r which she was a delegate at the recent Student Nurses' Conference in Adelaide.

Barbara Astridge visited Melbourne this year and Janet Barber, who works at the National University in Canberra, as also does Ailsa Thompson, returned to Melbourne late in this year to complete a six-months' library course at the Victorian Public Library. She will return to Canberra early next year.

Phyllis Tcdner and Joan Wright appeared on the same programme at a musical evening of the Victoria Chamber Players earlier in this year.

Intending overseas travellers in the New Year include Jill Atkinson, Betty Evans (who is going to Travencore), and Claire Fowler.

T h e O.C.C. offers its congratulations to the following old girls who have celebrated their twentyfirst birthdays this year:—Wilma Stevenson, Margaret Tucker, Dawn Drummond, Betty Cox, Valma Comport, Shirley Erickson.

O l d Collegians who travelled interstate during this year included Mrs. Doreen King (Adams), Mrs. Edna Cornell (Pryor) and Betty Caldwell.

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W i l m a Stevenson to Mr. J o h n E. Jones.

Mai-garet Tucker to Mr. Keith Creed.

Joan Ritchie to Mr. Frank Daniels.

Shirley M u n r o to Mr. David L. Scott.

Dawn D r u m m o n d to Mr. Warwick Gould.

Barbara Clarke to Mr. J o h n Blainey.

Glen Saleeba to Mr. Ronald Penny.

Beverley Dawson to Mr. Keith Walton.

Deidre Lay to Mr. William Randell.

Betty Crean to Mr. Len Martin.

Marion James to Mr. Harold Barton.

Betty C c x to Mr. A n g u s Cameron.

Marjorie Hagger to Mr. J o h n Tucker.

Helen Martin to Mr. N o r m a n Meadows.

Betty Power to Mr. John Shaw.

Peggy Barlow to Mr. Peter Dunn.

Valerie G r o n n to Mr. I. P. Carter.

Shirley Bisset to Mr. John T . C. Downs.

Valerie M c D o n a l d to Mr. John G. Martin.

Patr'cia Fowler to Mr. Roger Williamson.

Leonore Marsh to Mr. Kenneth W o f f , Ruth Williams to Mr. Noel Lambden.

June Pettigrew to Mr. David Riviere.

Estelle Nicholls to Mr. D o n McKenzie.

Valerie Stevenson, Gwen Stahl, A n n e Webster and Ailsa Sefton have also announced their engagements.

MARRIAGES Barbara Vian was wed to Mr. Keith Wilson at Electra Street Methodist Church, Williamstown, on 5th January, 1952, by the Rev. L. M. T h o m p son.

Jean Griffiths was married to Mr. Reg Sinclair, o n 24th November, 1951, at Methodist Church, Sea Point, Cape T o w n , South Africa.

A n n e Montague was married to Mr. Ian Aird at St. John's Church, T o o r a k , and is at present spending two years abroad.

O n 22nd March, 1952, at Scots Church, Collins Street, the Rev. A . Crichton Barr officiated at the marriage of N o r m a Ross and Mr. Max N .

Lukies. A m o n g O ' d Collegians present were Joan H o d g e (now Mrs. Keith Layton), Valerie M c D o n ald and Phyllis T o d n e r .

Margaret Daldy was married to Mr. Trevor Mason on 19th January, 1952, at Presbyterian Church, Ivanhoe. Dr. A . H . W o o d officiated at the wedding.

O l d Collegians present were Mrs. William Shakespeare (Helen Daldy) and Mrs. H a r o l d Adams (Joan Carey).

O n 27th April, 1952, D o r o t h y Morris was married to Dr. Peter Foster at Queen's College Chape'.

T h e bride's father, Rev. R. S. Morris officiated.

O l d Collegians present were Joy Y e o ( M o r r i s ) , Bon Wilson (Roberts), Jean Parker (Procter), Peg M a y o ( M c D o u g a l l ) , Mary Wilson (Walklate), and Margaret Rentoul.

Enid Lelia Pearson was married to Mr. Ernest M. Waite, at H o l y Trinity Church of England, Kew, on 17th May, 1952. Miss Margaret Waite, another Old Collegian, was bridesmaid.

Cecile Williams was married to Mr. Bill Treeby on 1st November, 1952, at Belgrave Methodist Church.

Old Collegians present were M a r i o n T h o m s o n (bridesmaid), Betty Trotter (Ingamells), A n n e Webster, Valmai Henley, Pauline Jaensch, Muriel Williams ( H o r e ) , Dorothy Haines ( H a n cock) .

Joan W e y m o u t h was married to Mr. John O r a m at the Canterbury Presbyterian Church.

June Dufty M c C o y was married to Mr. J o h n C o o n e y at the New Street Methodist Church, Brighton.

Margaret ( N o n i ) Rentoul was married to Ian Faragher at Wesley College Chapel.

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Margaret Liebert was married to Mr. Bruce Peggie on 3rd May,' 1952, at the Cooloongatta Road Methodist Church, Camberwell. Old Collegian, Shirley Rush, was bridesmaid and A n n Quartermain (flower girl) is the daughter of Margaret Lawson, also an O l d Col'eg:an.

Shirley Jean Lugton was married to Dr. David J o h n Lancaster on 7th November, 1952, at the Ivanhoe Methodist Church.

Betty M u n r o was married to Mr. Ray W e l s f o r d on 13th September, 1952, at Kew Presbyterian Church. Her sister, Shirley, also an O l d Collegian, was bridesmaid.

Marjorie James was married to Mr. Ross Gilbey at Spring Road Methodist Church, Malvern. Margaret Williams, an Old Collegian, was bridesmaid.

Rosemary Orr was married to Mr. David Richardson at St. Mary's Church of England, Caulfied.

Barbara Mclntyre was married to Mr. A r n o l d Rich at H o l y Trinity, Kew. Joan Williams and Janet Noske, both Old Colleg'ans, were bridesmaids.

Judy Betheras was married to Mr. Ken Inglis in May of this year.

Ellen Hoggart was married to Mr. Alan G o o d i n .

Prudence Apperley was married to Dr. Dick Joske.

Estelle Boast was married to Mr. David Bland.

Audrey Pearce was married to Mr. Geoff. Burn.

T h e following weddings have also taken place: Elizabeth Koier, Peggy Wilson, Shirley CosgrifT, April Adams, Jill Hickling, Margaret Holdsworth.

BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. Lamb (Phyllis Cerrutty), a son.

Mr. and Mrs. W a r r y (Doreen Lancaster), a son.

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas (Barbara H i s l o p ) , a daughter, Barbara Eleanor.

Mr. and Mrs. Jacobson ( V a l King-Smith), a son.

Mr. and Mrs. Cresp (Margaret Williams), a son, Victor Anthony.

Mr. and Mrs. Strathmore Matthew.

(Iris

Uren),

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son,

Mr. and Mrs. Morkham (Phyllis Mitchell), a son, Neil David.

Mr. and Mrs. Lyons (Elizabeth M c C a g h e r n ) , a son, Howard Ashley.

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58 THE OLD COLLEGIAN Mr. and Mrs. Hewitt (Margaret D a y ) , a daughter, Robyn Margaret.

Mr. and Mrs. W o o d w a r d (Lois T h o r p e ) , a daughter, Meredyth.

Mr. and Mrs. Pepper (Jenny M c C o n c h ' e ) , a daughter, Susan Jenny.

Mr. and Mrs. Krigsman (Ruth Carne), a son, Graeme.

Mr. and Mrs. Trevenen (Dulcie M c D o u g a l l ) , a daughter, Elizabeth. Anne.

Mr. and Mrs. Mayo (Peg M c D o u g a l l ) , an adopted daughter, Robyn Margaret.

Mr. and Mrs. Oakley (Mollie McKinstry), a daughter.

Mr. and Mrs. Chambers (Betty V i a n ) , a daughter, Pamela A n n .

Mr. and Mrs. Keir (Merilyn M c D o n a l d ) , a daughter, Heather Robyn.

Mr. and Mrs. Tuckett (Lois Matthews), a daughter.

Mr. and Mrs. Phillips (Jean Fowler), a son.

Mr. and Mrs. Bacon (Vera Curtis), a daughter, Margaret A n n .

(The Club sends its g o o d wishes to all the little sons and daughters.)

BEREAVEMENTS Colleg ; ans

T h e sympathy of O l d is extended to the following members who have suffered bereavement:— Mrs. Mason (Margaret Daldy) and Mr?. Shakespeare (Helen Daldy) in the loss of their mother.

Valerie Gronn, whose step-father was killed in a road accident this year.

Mrs. R. Saunders (Jean Griffiths), in the loss of her father.

Peggy Glanville Hicks, who lost her mother.

Mrs. C. P>. Swift (Marie Sutherland), in the loss of her father.

Mrs. H . McCutcheon and Mrs. D o n Little, in the loss of their father, Rev. H . W . Frederick.

Lesley Horton, in the loss of her father.

Mrs. W . A . McCauley (Millie A n g u s ) , whose husband, Rev. W . A . McCauley, died as the result of an accident.

OBITUARY T h e Old Collegians' Club desires to express sincere sympathy to the relatives of the following Old Co'legians:— Mrs. E. T . Bailey (Alice W e l l s ) , who died in May last year, and was one of the oldest members of the Club.

Mrs. Chancellor (May G r e e n ) , foundation member of Sydney and Past President member of that Club, sister of Mrs. Burton (Ida G r e e n ) , died suddenly on 12th June.

Joyce Hiscock and Gwen Oxley, who lost their lives in England.

Mrs. White, who died on 20th April, was one of the first four students at . M.L.C.

SECRETARY'S

NOTES

T h e financial year commenced o n 1st September and it would be appreciated if subscriptions are paid as soon as possible.

Subscriptions: T o w n Members Country Members Life Membership,

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. . 7 / 6 per annum. . . 5 / - per annum. £5/5/-.

Members who marry or change their address, are asked to notify the Secretary.

H o n Secretary.—Miss Venie Harrison, 126 High Street, Glen Iris, S.E.6. W M 9045.

H o n . Treasurer.—Miss Hilda Brown, 124 Street, Brighton Beach, S.5. X B 2086.

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BADGES Badges may be obtained f r o m the Secretary, at the price of 5 / - each, plus postage.

SYDNEY

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ADELAIDE

CLUBS

T h e Secretaries of Sydney and Adelaide Branches of the O.C.C. would be pleased if any Old Collegians visiting, or going to reside in either city, wou'd contact them.

Sydney: Cicely Money, N.S.W.

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Road,

Cremorne,

Adelaide: Mrs. Mark Loveday 32 Dartmouth Street, Croydon Park, S.A. Brisbane: Miss C. Green, 20 Manson Road, Brisbane, Q .

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The Editress wishes to thank the following members of the Club who have contributed items of news:—Mrs. E. Cornell, Miss V . Harrison, Mrs. L. H . Alcorn, Miss E. Kent, Miss Q. Howell, Miss J. Crow, Miss Meryl Ross, Mrs. McCauley, Mips E. Kent, and any other members who have contributed individual items of news.

MAGAZINE It was with regret that we received the resignation of Miss Elizabeth Kent as Editress of our Magazine. During the last two years she has given much of her valuable time and talent to the Club, and we do sincerely thank her f o r all she has done.

However, news is still of importance and it would be appreciated if you would send it to Miss Shirley Michae', 493 Elgar Road, Box Hill North.

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