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Contents. School Calendar ... ... School Notes ... ... ... O.V. Column ... ... ... O.V. Club InMemoriam ... ... ... Correspondence Debating Society Lectures Officers'Training Corps King's Scholarship Examination The Concert ... ... ... Poetry ... Football Boat Club Entertainment Library School Officers Valete, Salvete Museum Orchestra Account Library Account Games Account Contemporaries

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5—Lantern Lecture, 7.45. Rev. F. Whatley. "Peru." 10—School Service, 3.15. Rev. A. E. Monahan. 17—School Service, 3.15. Rev. P. Worster, Rector of St. Barnabas. 19—Lantern Lecture. Rev. P. A. Berry. ' 'Boy life in large towns." 24—School Service, 3.15. Rev. K. B. Hancock, Vicar of St. Barnabas, Moseley. 21-26—Review Week, 26—Half Term Orders and Reports. 28—Review. Half-holiday 3—School Service. 3.15. Rev. G. F. Williams, Rector of St. Nicholas.

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5—Lantern Lecture. Canon Knox-Little. "Wanderings in Syria and Palestine." 10—School Service, 3.15. Rev. J. H. Beibritz, Vicar of Shelsley Beauchamp. 12—Boat Race v. Magdalen College School, Oxford. 16—Confirmation. Cathedral. Noon. 17—O-T.C. Field Day. Salisbury Plain. 19—I^antern Lecture. Canon J. M. Wilson. "Halley's Comet." 20-26- -Holy Week. Passion Music daily in Cathedral, 8 p.m. 21—Ketch Run, 4.30. 22—Gymnasium Competition. 24—Hereford Boat Race at Worcester. 25—Good Friday. School Service, 10 a.m. Head Master. 26—Regatta Trials. 27—Piaster Day. 28—Easter Monday. Half-holiday Regatta. 29—Sports Trials. 30-31—Sports Finals. 31—Navy League Lecture, 8 p.m. April I—Last day of Term. General Paper. School Service, 3.15. Very Rev. Dean of Worcester. 8 p.m., Entertainment. Mr. Arthur George. 2—Exeunt Omnes. 27—Wednesday. Return of Boarders. 28—School meets lor Summer Term. 9 a.m. Service. May i—School Celebration of Holy Communion in Ladye Chapel, 8.45. 16—Whit Monday. Half-holiday. London O.V. Match. June 4—Mid Term. July 13—Certificate Exam, begins. 28—Summer Term ends. O.T.C. Camp begins.

School Pores. 'HAT with Elections and Comets, Paris Floods and German invasions (?), the Editor's usual theme, the weather, must perforce take a back seat, though it cannot be denied that of late she has been somewhat inclement. But to relate our past achievements and to cast the horoscope of our future ' 'hoc opus hie labor est."

We cannot claim to have had a very successful Football season. The one bright spot in it was the House Matches. Indeed, they have seldom been so keenly contested. But we must make up for this by distinguishing ourselves on the River. We had some skating at Camp at the beginning of the Term. The ' 'half " was given in the morning instead of the afternoon as a thaw had set in. The ice was not of the best, but we enjoyed a good hour's skating, which was something to be thankful for. We refuse to follow the time honoured custom of making sagacious remarks as to rowing prospects, first because it is a very bad habit to count embryo chickens, and secondly because we know nothing about it. The four, which holds two of last year's men, not to mention cox, has done nothing very remarkable as yet except getting swamped in a squall on the Severn, and having weird words hurled at it by means of a megaphone. The Hereford Boat Race is fixed for Maundy Thursday, the 24th of March ; on the I2th of that month we hope to row Magdalen College School, Oxford, in their own waters, a race we have long desired, but have hitherto been unable to arrange. We hope that it may become an annual fixture. With the proceeds of the entertainment so successfully organised last Term by Mr. Rogers we bought a new tub pair and two tub fours. We are now safely installed at Everton's. From the remarks that we hear on this subject we gather that it was a very popular move. May we express our warmest thanks to the generous donor of two new oars, which unexpectedly arrived one morning a few weeks ago. They were exactly what we wanted. Our only regret is that our benefactor refuses to divulge his name. The O.T.C is pushing ahead vigorously in all its branches in view of the coming field day on Salisbury Plain, on March I7th. Much work has also been put in by a body of sturdy sappers who have been levelling the range. There has been much early rising in consequence—quite a good Lenten penance. For further items of interest with

THE VIGORNIAN. regard to the Corps we refer our readers to the article entitled "Officers' Training Corps." An account of the Field Day will appear in our next issue. We wish to congratulate G. T. de Blaby on winning the Meeke Scholarship at Hertford College, Oxford, last December. We are sure his success was well-earned, and we wish him all good luck when he goes to College. The chief event in the Regatta this year promises to be the House Races. As Castle House possess two of ' 'the Four " the}' ought to stand a very good chance for the Cup. The Hostel are putting a boat on the River for the first time. We applaud their enterprise and wish them good luck. The Sports promise to be more interesting this year as the Hostel are now quite independent. We shall thus have four houses competing. There has been a great Fives revival this Term. The courts are now frequently occupied in view of the coming Tournament. Also special Gym classes are being held, which reminds us that the Gymnasium Competition draws near. We greatly deplore the fact that we shall have to spend Easter at School"; but the powers that be have decided, influenced by Father Time, and we must acquiesce. We all wish to express our sincere joy at the wonderful recovery of Theodore Chappel from his dangerous illness. How the Headmaster could have attended to the thousand and one things which he has to do, during that time of anxiety, we cannot conceive.

O.V. Column. Brodribb F. G.—H.M.S. Duncan—has passed the Seamanship Examination R.N. for Lieutenancy. Cavenagh J. B. Rowed in Magdalen College, Oxford, " ist Torpid." Chaytor A. K. Stroked the Torpids eight for Worcester College, Oxford, which secured 4 bumps.

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Chaytor C. J.—H.M.S. Perseus—has passed his Examination for Assistant Paymastership and obtained promotion to date, January 5th, 1910. Charlton G. D. Has completed the ist and 2nd parts of the Previous Examination at Cambridge from vSelwyn College. Crowe D. V. Has recently sailed to take up a position on a Tea plantation in Travancore. Davies I. A. Conan. Has been elected Captain of the Boat Club at Hatfield Hall, Durham, and recently stroked the winning boat. Dash A. J. I.C.S., has been appointed to the Eastern Division of Bengal and Assam. Day Rev. J. D. Has taken a commission as Captain in the O.T.C. and is in command of the Warwick School Detachment. Eldershaw Rev. F. H. Was ordained Priest at the Christmas Ordination by the Bishop of Newcastle. He recently won the Gabett Philosophy Prize at Durham University for an essay on ' 'Morality and Evolution." Farthing T. L- Has obtained eleven first classes and one second class in twelve subjects at the First Examination of the Cornish School of Mines. Jeans D. M. Has been articled as Land Agent and Surveyor to his father at Marlborough, Wilts. Jenkins S. F. Has moved to Paris to take up the Submanagership of the Branch business of Messrs. Grainger and Smith, of Dudley. MacNalty E. J. Has been appointed Layreader of St. Paul's Church, Bakersfield, California, where he is farming. MacNalty F. C. Has taken his B.A. degree at Oxford from Worcester College at the last degree day. He has recently returned from the Sorbonne, Paris, and has obtained an Assistant Mastership at Rose Hill, Banstead. Morris C. Grtaves. Has passed the Final Examination for the degree of Licentiate in Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons, England, and is now practising in Worcester. Nicholls C. Was successful at the recent Intermediate Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. Overell L. D. Has passed the Law Society's Intermediate Examination. He has received promotion to the rank of Lieutenant (Territorials),

THE VIGORNIAN. having passed the necessary examination, after a month's course at the Depot, with special mention. Raymond H. Late scholar of Pembroke College, Oxford. Took his B.A. degree at Oxford on Feb. nth. Smith A. P. G., late scholar of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge. Has taken his M.A. degree at Cambridge. Sampson I,. H. B.A. Has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. Steward Dr. Sidney. Has been appointed House vSurgeon of St. Mary's Hospital, Highgate. Stuart-Shepherd D. Has entered Kelham Theological College and passed the Cambridge Senior Examination. Taylor A. M. C. Has been appointed Assistant Manager of the Winford Iron Ore Co. (Somerset). Truman M. G. Rowed in the 1st Lent boat, Selwyn College, Cambridge. Ouilter N. M. Has accepted the appointment of Inspector of Education for Herefordshire. Telfer R. G. Has accepted an Assistant Mastership at Dulwich College. Woods R. H. Was one of the successful candidates at the recent Intermediate Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. Wilmot H. C. Has accepted a post with Messrs. Richardson on their Sugar Plantations at Mozufferpore, India. It is with regret that we record the death of Mr. J. E. Burgess (1861-1863). His whole life was spent in Worcester, where he was respected by all and his loss will be felt by his brother O.V.'s and all those in the City with whom he came in contact. .He was an enthusiastic O.V. and always took a very keen interest in the School and the O.V. Club. [Roberts P. R. Foulkes has been articled to his father at Denbigh. The statement in our last issue was a mistake.—Eds. Vig.]

DEATH. BURGESS.—Feb. 3rd, at Montrose, Woolhope Road, Worcester, John Edward Burgess, eldest son of the late Samuel Burgess, and dearlyloved husband of Emma Burgess, in his 6ist vear.

0. V>. Club. The following new Members have joined the Club :— Charlton, G. D., Tatenhill Rectory, Burtonon-Trent. Pearce, J., Kington Rectory, near Pershore. Simpson, S. G., 204, Weaste Lane, Pendleton. Wilmot, H. C., The Rectory, Monnington-onWye. Wood, J. Lionel, "Ingleside," Worcester. All O.V.'s who wish to join the Club should send their names at once to the Hon. Sec., Holywell House, Henwick, Worcester. The Subscription is 2/6 per annum for the first three years after leaving School, then 5/-. Memers are reminded that the subscription for 1909-10 became due on jth October last. The Club also supplies the ' 'Colours " mentioned in the following list, which can be obtained from the Hon. Sec. (Holywell House, Henwick, Worcester), at the prices set out below :— Knitted Silk Ties ... 2/3 each & id. postage. IJ in. Hat Ribbons... 1/3 ,, 2 in. ,, ,, ... 1/9 ,, Waist Scarves .. 4/6 ,, ,, Flannel for Blazers and Caps 2/8 per yard and 4d. postage (average quantity for Blazer, 4 yards).

In Ittcmorlam. CHARLES FREDERICK PAPWORTH. Born January i8th, 1891. Died January 3oth, 1910. Fred. Papworth entered the School as a day boy at the age of 12, in September 1903, having been previously educated at the Priory School, Malvern, and was placed in the Third Form on the Classical side. By steady industry he pushed up the School, won a King's Scholarship in November, 1905, and in 1908 reached the Sixth Form, after obtaining the Lower Certificate with First Class Honours for Latin and Greek. He commenced this Term in his usual vigour—active in work and play—but was found suddenly unconscious in bed qn January 27th, and without rallying passed

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Correspondence* away on the following Sunday evening. He was buried in the family grave at Highgate Cemetery on the Feast of the Presentation, the first part of the service having been held in S. Oswald's Chapel, Worcester, where he had been a frequent worshipper and communicant, the Chapel being filled by the Upper Forms of his School fellows and his numerous friends. Painstaking and industrious he made the utmost use of his powers. For several years he had steadily aimed at taking Holy Orders, had been accepted for Keble College, and was eagerly looking forward to life at Oxford in October next. His tragically early and sudden call came as a shock to all his friends, who deeply appreciated his quiet earnestness and purpose. While sympathizing deeply with his friends, we have for him the heartfelt conviction that he must be called to a larger life and wider usefulness than was possible here below. " On earth the broken arc, in heaven the perfect

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WAI/TER WEMYSS DOB RIDGE. Born October 4th, 1894. Died January loth, 1910. Walter Dobridge came to the School in Sept., 1909, from his home in the Island of S. Kitts, B.W.I., having been previously educated at S. Kitts Grammar School. He took a good place in the School in the Fifth Form, being especially promising in Mathematics. He settled happily into his new and strange surroundings, although never having been in England before ; and gave promise of making many friends, and taking a leading position in School life. During his first holidays he had to undergo a slight operation in London and passed away while under the anaesthetic to the great grief and regret of all who had known him during his brief stay amongst us. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his sorrowing relatives so far away, to whom he was deeply attached. W.H.C.

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To the Editors of the " Vigornian." Dear Sirs, Your request for a letter reaches us at a moment when there is little news of interest. The tumult of Togger week is just beginning and promises to produce some exciting races, whilst the phantom of approaching Schools is already driving its victims to the frantic energy of despair. The O.V. colony is as flourishing as ever, and is playing its part as usual on the river and in other spheres of Oxford life. Individually it is occupied somewhat as follows :— A. J. Dash (Ch. Ch.) is up again doing special I.C.S. work, after his recent success. H. C. B. Jollye (Hertford) is a shining ornament of the cavalry section of the O.T.C., which he has recently joined, also, we believe, an energetic Secretary for his College Ball. A. H. B. Webster (B.N.C.). Amongst other occupations, plays soccer for his College ; has abandoned the oar for the sake of work. C. J. Barker (Ch. Ch.) hermetically sealed in his rooms ; possessed with the evil spirit of Mods. May luck attend him. A. K. Beauchamp (Ch. Ch.) works and plays soccer, at intervals. C. H. Payton (Hertford) divides his titanic efforts between his College Togger and Hon. Mods. T. Sweet-Escott (Exeter) indulges in soccer and kindred pursuits. R. Neild (B.N.C.) also a devotee of soccer; rumoured to be working. F. H. C. Armstrong (Keble) was rowing until ' 'flu" fell upon him; now engrossed with Pass Mods. A. J. Mainwaring (Pembroke) enjoys life without unnecessary exertion ; plays soccer. A. K. Chaytor (Worcester) is stroking his College Togger, and fervently imprecating Pass Mods. J. B. Cavenagh (Magdalen) is rowing bow in the ist Togger ; amuses himself with "stinks." Wishing the School every success, especially in the boat races. Yours, OXON. [Our Cambridge poet is evidently either too high up in the clouds of Parnassus or too deeply engrossed with scientific research to provide us with news of the O.V. colony at that illustrious home of learning. Eds. Vig.]

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Durbam CetUr. To the Editors of the " Vigornian." Dear Sirs, It seems that you are going to press somewhat earlier than usual this Term. We have but little news of any interest for your columns. Great excitement of course prevailed during the elections. But as far as sport is concerned we have had to contend with great difficulties. Soon after the beginning of Term the fields were snowed up for nearly a fortnight ; after that the river was frozen over, keeping us from boating for more than a week, and now it is threatening to flood. The Colleges are full of excitement for the inter-college boat races at the end of this week—the ist crews for the Senate Cup and the second for the Graduates' Cup. A. Conan-Davies is rowing in the Hall Senate boat and working for the ist year exam. Has been seen at the skating rink. W. H. E. Moore is coxing the Hall Senate boat. He is also Secretary of Fives for the Hall. Two illustrious members of the old Worcester community are absent from our ranks this Term in the persons of O. Needham and G. O. Powell. The latter is in the City, in ' 'hired lodgings," though we may say his permanent address is Hatfield Hall, as we see him up here daily. 'Tis rumoured he is working, which information must be taken ' 'cum grano salis." Best wishes for success to the School in everything, especially the boat race with Hereford. Yours, etc., DUNELM. To the Editors of the " Vigornian." Dear Sirs, May I ask if the Field Club is defunct this Term ? One of the Field Club rules is that the minimum number of meetings to be held during the Winter and Easter Terms is three, yet not a single meeting has been held this term, and, as far as I can remember, not more than one was held last Term. I beg to ask whether the Secretary has any time left to devote to this Club, besides that which he spends in preparing speeches (?) and using his ' 'raucus clamor " at debates. Yours truly, "BUG-HUNTER." [Since this has been written the Field Club appears to have awaked from its winter's slumber—may it so continue !—Eds. Vig.]

To the Editors of the '' Vigornian." Dear Sirs, Could someone supply me with a really satisfactory reason why it is considered necessary to cram rowing, fives, sports, and the gym competition into this Term ? Surely it would be far better to have the gym competition at the end of the Winter Term ? Then the afternoons are dark earh^ and football is impossible ; therefore there is all the more opportunity for extra gym practice. To my mind we are overwhelmed with rival interests at this time of the year, and have time to do no two of them properly. Pray excuse this trespass on your space. Yours truly, '' CRITIC. '' To the Editors of the " Vigornian." Dear Sirs, Do you not think that it would be a good thing if more encouragement were given to the Debating Societ)r—really a most admirable institution ? I would suggest that a Cup, or at any rate a prize, be given to the best speaker of the year. We have a Reading Prize, why should we not have a prize for speaking ? The Library Committee, which usually has a large balance on hand, could easily provide a Cup, and would in doing so give a great stimulus to debates. Apologising for trespassing on your valuable space. I am, Yours sincerely,

"ONE INTERESTED." [We hardly like the notion of a cup for this purpose, but a prize seems to be a reasonable suggestion. J5ds. Vig.] To the Editors of the " Vigornian." Dear Sirs, Might I make use of your columns to bring before your readers' notice the fact that Football this Term has been an absolute minus quantity ? If this state of affairs goes on it will mean ruination to Football in the Winter Term. I know that the grounds are in a deplorable state, but surely something could be done to remedy this evil. Yours sincerely, "PRO BONO PUBUCO."

[We entirely agree with our correspondent ; something ought to be done.—Eds. Vig.]

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Debating Society. On Wednesday, November 3rd, the Society met to discuss the Budget. Mr. F. C. Davis was elected to the Chair, and called upon Mr. H. Evans to propose that "In the opinion of the House the rejection of the Budget by the House of Lords would be detrimental to the State." The speaker quoted several of the most important portions of the Budget, dwelling chiefly on the fairness of the direct taxation, each person bearing his burden according to his capacity. He said that there had been a good deal of misconception about the Budget, but hoped that there was none among his hearers. The Secretary opposed. He quite agreed with Mr. Evans that there had been a good deal of misconception. The working man had been shamefully deluded by this "popular and democratic Budget." He denounced it as a violent Socialistic measure and as a step on the road to Republicanism. He quoted certain particulars about tobacco and beer taxes, which he said fell heavily on the poor man. The taxes on British industries and the land taxes were bound to result in unemployment. He saw a remedy in Tariff Reform. He contended that it was the duty of the House of Lords to protect the country by means of their constitutional rights from such a Budget. Mr. L. P. Cooke, in his maiden speech, supported the motion, dwelling upon the evils caused by excessive consumption of beer, which he considered should most certainly be taxed. Mr. A. N. Griffiths supported the Secretary. From the House, Mr. W. S. Thompson came forward with a violent tirade against Socialism, but rather paradoxically argued that the Lords should pass the Budget to bring on a conflict between Unionism and Socialism. The Secretary in reply said that such a conflict would be better brought on by the rejection of the Budget. He wished Socialism, alone and unprotected by a false Liberalism, to challenge Unionism face to face. Mr. Evans replied with a strong criticism on the luxuries of tobacco and beer, and expressed his approval of the land taxes as being beneficial to farmers. He then made a violent attack; upon Tariff Reform as a possible substitute for the Budget, saying that unemployment had been produced and trade hampered in Germany by a

Protective S3^stem. On the House dividing the motion was lost by 3 vote to o. The meeting was then adjourned

A Meeting of the Society was held on Friday, November i8th, for the purpose of a Shakespeare reading. The passage chosen was "King Richard III," Act I., Scenes 1-4. The following read parts :—Messrs. Davis, Ludlow, Kingdom, Blaby, Evans, Lewis, Noyle, Hancock, Griffiths, and Nash.

The last debate of the Winter Term took place on Tuesday, November 3oth. Mr. E. L- Mercier was elected to the chair, and called upon Mr. C. W. P. Ludlow to move ' 'That belief in Ghosts is merely the result of imagination." Mr. Ludlow quoted several men of science who had in his opinion absolutely disproved the theory of Ghosts. Spiritualism also, he considered, was only fit for lunatics and those in unsound health. Mr. A. L. Williams opposed, considering it necessary for all Christians to believe in Ghosts, because the Bible contained several accounts of mysterious appearances. Mr. E. R. H. Lewis supported the motion, and Mr. P. S. Beauchamp supported Mr. Williams in a very amusing maiden speech. From the House several speakers came forward. Messrs. Thompson and Hancock violently opposed the motion, making decidedly personal allusions to their opponents. The Secretary followed in support and Mr. W. P. Griffiths spoke almost inaudibly on account of the rowdiness of the audience, which seemed to delight in the personalities. Mr. D. M. Jeans denounced belief in Ghosts as unchristian, while Mr. H. Evans opposed the motion, insisting in spite of Mr. Ludlow's continual interruptions, on the Christian belief in Resurrections and of the future life. After brief replies by the two openers, the House divided, and the motion was lost by 4 votes to 18.

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elected on to the Committee to represent the Fifth Form, in place of Mr. L. P. Cooke, who had resigned. There were six candidates, Mr. Harvey beating Mr. S. W. Ludlow by 16 votes to 13. The Chairman, Mr. A. N. Griffiths, then called upon Mr. Ludlow to move ' 'That Tariff Reform would be much more beneficial to the country than the present system of Free Trade." The speaker enlarged upon the fallacies of Free Trade, showing its evil effects, sweating, and the unfair preference to foreign goods. Mr. C. V. Hancock opposed. He assured a very hostile audience that he was not a Radical. He spoke of the decrease of German trade as the result of Protection, and^emphasised the fact that England owed her position to Free Trade. Mr. O. T. Griffiths supported the motion, and Mr. J. E. Ross, as a thorough-going Radical, supported Mr. Hancock. When the motion was thrown open to the House there was a ready response. Seven speakers came forward in support of Tariff Reform. Messrs. Mercier, Blaby, and L,ewis all produced facts, some sound, some otherwise ; while the humorous element was provided by Messrs. Harvey and Spencer. The Secretary and Mr. Evans also supported the motion. Mr. Hancock replied amidst loud opposition ; and Mr. Ludlow wound up with a long extract from some engrossing pamphlet on Tariff Reform. On the House dividing, the motion was carried by 26 votes to 8

A meeting of the Society was held on Saturday, February I2th, at which Mr. C. W. P. Ludlow was voted to the chair. He called upon Mr. H. Evans to propose "That in the opinion of the House the undue prominence of the Pantomime and Musical Comedy is detrimental to the English Drama." Mr. Evans said that Musical Comedy had no merits ; there was no music, the songs were verj" poor, mere catches, and there was hardly any plot. As for Pantomine, it was a mass of distorted nursery rhymes and tales. It was this sort of thing that really good plays had to give place to. Mr. G. T. de Blaby, who opposed, considered that the advantages of Pantomime were innumerable; it was

interesting, amusing, and picturesque. The songs he delighted in, especially when he heard them afterwards on barrel organs. Mr. R. D. West supported the motion, and Mr. Spencer supported Mr. de Blaby. From the House the speeches were all rather of the violent order. Mr. Hancock considered the motion disgraceful. Mr. Thompson considered Mr. Hancock disgraceful to have said so, and the Secretary considered Mr. Thompson still more disgraceful. The Chairman defended the motion with quantities of abuse against Mr. Hancock and the Secretary, and evoked a vigorous outburst from Mr. Davis. On the House dividing, the motion was lost by 6 votes to 13.

CCCttlRS. For the last lecture of the Winter Term a pleasing novelty was introduced—a lecture, or rather a talk, on Charles Kingsley, by the Rev. Bartleet, Vicar of Hallow, without lantern slides. Well, we hope for another some day. The lecturer's manifest enthusiasm carried us with him. We enjoyed especially his quotations from his subject's poems. Poet, novelist, reformer, country parson, sportsman, Englishman, Kingsley is now a far greater hero to many of us than before—his personality stands out clearer from Mr. Bartleet's vigorous and forcible delineation.

On Saturday, February 5th, Minor Canon Whatley gave a most interesting lecture on Peru. He has worked in Lima for some years, and gave us a most entertaining account of the early history of the country, of the life in the mountains and in the cities to-day, scattering here and there amusing anecdotes which drew forth a great deal of laughter and applause. Mr. Whatley described the frequency of revolutions in South American republics, but mentioned the fact that in Peru there had actually not been a disturbance of this kind for twelve years. The lantern slides were very good, and a most enjoyable evening was spent.

THE VIGORNIAN. On Saturday, February igth, the Rev. Berry gave us an interesting and profitable hour's talk in connection with the work of the Church of England Waifs and Strays Society. His lantern slides brought home to us very clearly the truly appalling conditions of child life in the slums of our great cities, conditions that are a disgrace to any civilisation. We were then shewn the Church's reply to the pressing need of amelioration by pictures of a few of the homes founded and maintained by this Society.

Officers' Graining Corps. On December gth of last Term, Canon KnoxLittle inspected the Corps in College Green. Canon Claughton, Canon Wilson, and the Headmaster were also present. Captain Fulton very kindly came to see the parade, and afterwards gave some useful hints on drill. The Company then inarched to the Shirehall, where the Boy Scouts were inspected by the Lord Lieutenant. Colonel de Burgh, on behalf of Lieut.-General Sir Robert Baden Powell, spoke a few words to the Cadets, expressing his gratification at their steadiness on parade and complimenting them on their general appearance. At the close of the inspection, the Boy Scouts, etc., attended a meeting held in the Hall for the furtherance of the Scout movement. The O.T.C., however, having important work to do, was reluctantly unable to be present, and proceeded immediately to Pitchcroft for skirmishing instruction. The attentions of the multitude, attracted by the irresistible strains of the Bugle Band, proved rather detrimental than otherwise, but some satisfactory extensions were accomplished. On December I5th attack practice was engaged in on the Golf Links ; there were no casualities. This Term the movements of the Company have been rather restricted owing to the impossibility of finding ground dry enough for field operations, and close order drill has therefore occupied much of our attention. On March I7th a Field Day for the Western Public Schools has been arranged on

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Salisbury Plain. With a view to this all energies are being at present directed towards the correct performance of certain evolutions, which from a purely spectacular standpoint are not devoid of interest; but later on training in minor tactics will be essential. Owing to the distance from Ludgershall, the expense is heavier than had been anticipated. It is to be hoped, however, that all will be able to attend who are not disqualified on medical or other grounds. To turn to shooting— A party of sappers has lately levelled the miniature range after much labour, and a new (15 yards) range has been erected in the Gymnasium. Class firing will commence after half-term. The "Eight " have several matches during the next few weeks and an improvement is to be looked for at the end of Term. Musketry classes are continuing under Colour-Sergeant Burton, and nearly 50 have received instruction. A signallers' class has been started, and with scouts and cyclists the establishment of the Company is complete. The numbers have gone up, but we are still just below the hundred; no doubt next Term will remove this reproach. Promotions :— Lance-Sergt. Quin to be Colour-Sergt., Nov. ist, 1909. Private Ludlow to be Lance-Corporal, Feb. ist. The Corps is in much need of financial support. Greatcoats are ordered and everyone attending Camp requires a second uniform. This will involve large expenditure. Our thanks are due to the following :—

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Che King's Scholarship examination. The annual Examination was held in the College Hall on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 23rd and 24th. The examiner was the Rev. R. B. Thompson, Rector of Boldmere, formerly Head Master of EUesmere College. The following were the results :-— King's Scholarships. 1. Cuthbert James Rammell, King's School. 2. Seiriol Arthur James Evans, King's School, and King's College Choir School, Cambridge. 3. William Allured, King's School and Manchester Grammar School. 4. Athelstane Arthur Telfer Willoughby, Miss Robson's, Tredennyke. 5. William Denis Battershill, King's School. 6. Andrew Arthur Bering Baird, King's School. The last three Scholarships will be vacant next September. Proxime Accesserunt. 1. Frederick Matthews, Wychwood, Bournemouth. 2. Arthur H. Mare, King's School and Hurstleigh, Tunbridge Wells. 3. Arthur E Maund, King's School. House Scholarships. 1. Frederick Matthews. 2. Basil Fullelove West Mogridge, Bewdley Grammar School. 3. Salusbury Fynes Davenport, Penrhyn L,odge, Westgate-on-Sea. Proxime Accesserunt. 1. C. E. Davenport, Penrhyn L,odge, Westgate-on-Sea. 2. R. P. Sikes, Bewdley Grammar School. Dean Forest Scholarship. John Harvey Wiggin, Cathedral Choir School. Governor's Exhibition, tenable with a K.S. A. A. T. Willoughby.

Cbc Concert. In many respects the eagerly anticipated Concert, which took place on Friday, the I7th of December, was the most successful that we have had for years. Despite the fact that a dance at the Guildhall was taking place at the same time the audience was large and the old hall well filled. There was only one drawback—the absence of our Headmaster. Mr. Rammell, in a very able speech, explained the situation to the audience and expressed, we feel sure, the feelings of all present. The orchestra opened the proceedings with the School song "Floreat Schola " (Rev. E. Vine Hall). Mr. George Smith (O.V.) conducted. It is to him that we owe in a great measure the success of all our musical performances. H. M. Davies then played a pianoforte solo, ' 'Valse de la Reine " (Coleridge Taylor). Considering the fact that it was a maiden performance it was distinctly good. The Singing Class rendered ' 'Fairy Whispers " (J. I,. Hattori) very well indeed. It was noticeable that the School provided more tenors and basses than formerly. Next came a violin solo, "Fantasie from I,a Traviata " (Verdi). It was well and tastefully rendered, and West is to be complimented on his performance. The trio which followed was an innovation and a very successful one. Powell, Sprosen, and Davis well deserved the encore which they received. The orchestra then played " Humoreske " (Dvorak), and were encored heartily. Orchestra pieces might be encored more often with profit. Mr. Driver was distinctly the light of the evening. He was encored for both his performances and for the second one twice. Prominent members of the Governing Body were seen to be shaking with laughter. The Singing Class sang two more part songs, "Awake" (H. I^slie) and "The Bell-ringers" (Macfarren). Mr. George Smith is to be congratulated on the great improvement in the tenor and bass singing. There was no interval owing to the fact that time did not permit. The orchestra played "Alivina " (Zoeller), which was followed by "Yoho " (Fisher's Song) (Alfred

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THE VIGORNIAN. H. Pease), sung by Powell. It is a great pity that his voice is breaking. The song was really well sung and he deserved his encore, for which he sang "Killarney." Those who expected something amusing from the performers of the quartette which came next on the programme were by 110 means disappointed. The title seemed suggestive—'"The Goslings." Unfortunately there was no time for a repetition; though the encore was loud enough. Mr. Webb (O.V.) sang two songs, "life's Epitome" (Kenneth Rae) and "A Memory" (Edna Rosalind Park). The second one, especially, was greatly appreciated by the audience. Mr. Price (O.V.) gave us a very pretty 'cello solo and the orchestra closed a very enjoyable concert with "Malmaison " (Serpette) and "God save the King."

poctrp. THE RHYME OF THE LIBERAL CANVASSER. (With the profoundest apologies to S. T. Coleridge). [N.B.—The Editors are not responsible for the political opinions expressed by their contributor].

It is the Liberal canvasser, And he has just canvassed me ; He came at half-past ten o'clock. And stayed till after tea. And all those hours he never ceased To curse the other side, And prove without the slightest doubt How blackly they had lied. ' 'I fear thee, Liberal canvasser ; I fear thy wrinkled fist, For it is long and lank and lean, Like a hot Socialist." He gripped me with his skinny palm : ' 'Thou hast a vote," cried he, ' 'That vote, my dear sir, you must give, You will, I'm sure, to me." I sat upon the sofa's edge, I could not choose but hear ; And thus spake on that fearsome man The Liberal canvasser.

' 'A babe," quoth he, ' 'With half an eye, Or without any sight Could see that the Conservatives Are wrong, and we are right." ' 'Free Trade is quite as perfect as Aught on this earth can be ; Tariff Reform,—we'll smite it yet,— Is a conspiracy. Yea, a foul plot, most villainous To tax the poor man's corn Hatched by those bloated fiends, the peers—To sieze their lands I've sworn. See what't has done for Germany—" I shed a troubled tear, But on harangued that awesome man, The Liberal canvasser. ' 'There's black-bread, black-bread everywhere, And nothing else to eat, Save black-bread, black-bread everywhere, And horsey sausage meat." On, on he rushed for many an hour, With many brutal jeers, Through People's Budgets and Home Rule And "Down with tyrant Peers." Last, with a ceiling-rending shriek He left to call next door, And I slid off the sofa's edge, Exhausted, on the floor. At last thought I sweet peace was mine Uncanvassed to live, But quick as thought that shrill bell rang— 'Twas the Conservative ! ! Q.

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1st XI. ... 8 5 59 37 I 10 8 2nd XL ... i 3 o Other Matches 5 3 The one outstanding feature of the Football season was the success of the House Matches. Nearly all of them were keenly fought and it was not until two minutes from the end of the last match

THE VIGORNIAN. that Castle House scored their winning goal and took the cup, which the School House seemed Hkely to win after the first round. It is much to be regretted that the School teams did not show the same energy in School matches. In both the Hereford games there seemed little desire to win, the tackling was half-hearted, and the forwards would not go ahead quickly. What with the O.T.C. and the House Matches, there seemed little keenness left for School Matches. Our backs served us well in spite of many changes in goal. Our halves had a pleasing command of the ball, but were very slow. The forwards were beginning to play the "three inside " game when the end of term came. Hatton was developing well, but West fell off. The wings were very weak, for neither could make an opening. The Second XI. were similar to the first ; their forwards did nothing, the halves were useful but slow—they really should head the ball more frequently and throw in more intelligently ; the backs, particularly Noyle, were good. The junior matches call for no comment. The ordinary games were not a success, and they never will be as long as there is such confusion as to whether there will be "footer" or "a run." On very fine days five games are played—often the last is overcrowded. But if there happened to be a match the juniors had "a ran." Again, if the morning was wet or the sun was shining after a frost there were usually two games only (probably one a match). From half-term onwards quite a number of boys began to consider a game of footer as a thing to be longed for, but seldom enjoyed. For some seasons now the Football has been so handicapped. Can it be wondered at that our teams do not win matches ? Again, there is often a great deal of fooling in the games that are played ; this can easily be remedied if the Captains will but assert themselves. Critiques of the ist and 2nd XL's are appended. E. R. H. Lewis (Captain)—inside right—a very useful player on the wing, but was starved there and went inside, a place to which he is hardly fitted. W. H. V. Quin—left back—took some time to settle down to his form of last season, and was not as reliable as then. Kicks a splendid length.

P. vS. Beauchamp—centre half—a very clever tackier and a hard worker, rather given to roaming, very unsuccessful in feeding his forwards. D. M. Jeans—right half—slow and apt to dribble too much, otherwise a sound player, conspicuous for intelligent play. H. Farthing—left half—very slow and afraid of heading, kicks very neatly and tackles strongly. H. King—right back—a strong kick, but slow in turning and in tackling. A. Burr—outside left—a vigorous wing player when in the right mood. Splendid shot, but centres too hard. F. Hatton—inside left—a late discovery who did very well, has an insidious dribble. Weak shot. R. D. West—centre—fell away as the season neared its end. Makes clever dashes between the backs, but attempts little besides. Weak shot. G. C. Bull—goal—tried to make himself a goalkeeper, but failed in anticipating shots. F. C. Davis- -right half—a useful reserve, handicapped by inability to kick with his left foot. 2ND XI. C. F. Papworth—outside right—weak at rounding an opponent and taking a pass. Went ahead quickly. H. W. Noyle—back—a vigorous player, full of promise. S. S. S. Kingdom—half—weak with left foot, otherwise promising. C. V. Hancock—back—unsafe kick, but tackles strongly. G. I. F. Tweedie—forward—much too selfish, talkative, and roaming. H. C. Quin—goal—a very short player who stops most shots within his reach. C. T. O'Callaghan—forward—very weak at present, no shot. A. M. Jenkins—half—should make more use of his height. H. Evans—forward—very weak shot, cannot pass. S. Garlick—forward—moves very slowly and is a weak kick. A. F. Humphreys—forward—knows the game, but lacks vigour.

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SCHOOL v. HEREFORD. After our surprise defeat at home we were very hopeful of winning the return match at Hereford, on .Saturday, November 27th, but this time we were decisively and deservedly beaten by 4 goals to i. We won the toss and played down the slope. Most of the game was in mid-field, but when Hereford approached our goal they were very dangerous. Their first attack was successful, for Bull fisted a very high long shot into the net. Their second goal soon came from a run down the middle of the field, and another from a mix-up following a corner. Earty in the second half we pressed hard and Hatton scored, but Hereford easily put on their fourth goal soon after. Rain had been falling for some time and the game became ragged and once again settled in mid-field. We were beaten by a smarter and more lively team. Their forwards went ahead very quickly— ours seldom charged an opponent away and seldom knew what to do with the ball. Hatton was the best of them. West played the wrong kind of game, he starved his wings and generally lost the ball. Jeans was easily the best of the halves and was quite our best man. The other halves were outpaced and held the ball too long. Quin was good at back. The team was :—Bull; Quin i, King ; Farthing, Beauchamp, Jeans; Burr, Hatton, West, Lewis (Captain), Papworth.

W.C.K.S. v. DEAN CLOSE. Played at Cheltenham on December 1st. Owing to a telegraphic error we were not expected. The ground was a quagmire. It was necessary to catch an early train, hence the game lasted about an hour. On the general run, our opponents were not two goals better, yet deserved to win for taking advantage of their opportunities. In the second half our forwards, facing a strong wind, might have scored twice, but for indecision at the critical moment. Noyle made his first appearance for the 1st XI. and played a sound game.

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W.C.K.S. 2ND XI. v. HALLOW. Played on Saturday, I3th November, at Hallow. The teams were very much handicapped by the ground on which they played. The width was not sufficient to allow the outsides to get away and when they did the length did not permit of a long run. Our only goal was scored by O'Callaghan with a very good shot. Result—Lost 1-3.

W.C.K.S. 2ND XI. v. DEAN CLOSE 2ND XI. Played at Cheltenham on December 1st. In the first half our forwards were more effective in midfield than during the second half ; they were weak in front of goal. When our opponents became dangerous Kingdom dealt with them in his own particular style. After changing ends, a continuous bombardment of our goal led to the only score of the match.

Rouse Notches. Castle House beat Hostel: 9-1. School House v. Day Boys. Drawn : 2-2. School House beat Hostel: 7-2. Day Boys v. Castle House. Drawn : i-i. Day Boys beat Hostel: 5~°School House beat Castle House : 3-0. Castle House beat Hostel: 19-1. Day Boys beat School House : 3-0. School House beat Hostel: 6-0. Castle House beat Day Boys : 4-2. Day Boys beat Hostel: 2-0. Castle House beat School House : 7-6. Winners of Cup—Castle House.

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Che Boat Club entertainment.

tone of voice, Mr. Rogers sent the audience into fits of laughter with his Germanisms, his very secondrate swindling, his violent indignation at the exposal of his "maiitelsach," and lastly by his crude love-making, culminating in the crushing denouement which shewed him up as a rogue and an imposter. The other roles were well sustained ; but E. L. Harvey as the hotel-keeper needs special commendation for the splendid start with which he sent the piece off, and whose very Frenchy actions and accents delighted all. At the conclusion there were loud cries for Mr. Rogers, who in response briefly thanked the audience for their appreciation. The Headmaster followed. He congratulated the actors on their success, and especially Mr. Rogers, to whose untiring efforts that success was due. He also thanked Mr. Adlington for the kind assistance he had given ; E. C. Mogridge, who had superintended the carpentry side of the business ; and the members of the Orchestra, who, though they had modestly retired up into the gallery, had contributed so largely to the enjoyment of the evening. Mr. Rogers briefly replied and the proceedings concluded with ' 'God save the King."

The entertainment in aid of the Boat Club was given in the College Hall, on Thursday, November i8th, at 8 o'clock. There was a large and enthusiastic audience. The first part of the programme consisted of instrumental and vocal selections. The School Orchestra, conducted by Mr. George Smith (O.V.), played "Fest March" (Teilman), "Peasant's Country Dance," and "A Japanese Patrol." The quartette "Jack and Jill" was excellently rendered by H. J. Kirkby, G. T. de Blaby, P. B. Sprosen and J. N. Powell. This was followed by songs by Miss Beach-Hicks and Miss Farthing, both of whom were loudly applauded and encored. The second half of the programme was devoted to a farcical comedy in two acts by Leopold Montague, entitled "Browne with an E." The scene was laid in the Alpine Village of Hantprix Dessus, Switzerland, on the balcony of the Hotel Pension Rose des Alpes. The characters were :— Count von Donnerwetterueberunterhinterberg... Mr. P. W. M. Rogers. Mr. Robert Brown ... W. S Thompson. Mrs. Gushington Nervesby A. L. Williams. Miss Excelsiora I. Peak... H. L- Burgis. M. Vinfran Parjour ... E. L- Harvey. Mrs. Robert Browne ... J. B. Foulkes. Between the acts the Orchestra played "The Lobster's Promenade," which was much appreciated and encored.

The following books have been added to the Library :—

The plot of the play, which turns upon a case of mistaken identity, was screamingly absurd, a great deal of force being added by the excellent by-play. The part of the gushing and irrepressible middleaged widow, the proverbial "ma-in-law," was admirably played by A. L. Williams. The whole get-up, the mannerisms, the nervous twiddling of the handkerchief, and above all the effervescing and endearing mode of address, "My dear Miss Peak," "My dear Robert," were very realistic. The American tourist girl was well represented by H. L. Burgis, cool, a trifle vulgar, with a splendid touch of sang-froid in a tight place. But the palm of the evening was carried off by Mr. Rogers as the German Count. Backed up by an excellently ridiculous make-up and by a ludicrously changeable

The Brethren - Rider Haggard. The Weavers Gilbert Parker. The Time Machine • H. G. Wells. The Invisible Man The Blue Bird • Maeterlinck. The Life of the Bee -./ The Return of Sherlock Holmes Conan Doyle. Richelieu' - James. The Emperor's Candlestick - -\ The Elusive Pimpernel - f „ ~ .„ -r, , > Baroness Orczy. Beau Brocade - / By the Gods Beloved -) Short Cruises -W. W. Jacobs. Sailor's Knots -j Nature Stalking for Boys - Westell. Livy Book I. — — Seeley.

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THE VIGORNIAN. Family Names and their Story (presented by J. B. Caven- S. Baring-Gould. agh) Ancient and Modern Imperi- Lord Cromer. alism The Bible for Home Reading, Parts I. and II. (presented by P. R. Foulkes-Roberts) Montefiore. Donne. Tacitus Latin Literature (presented - Mackail. by Mrs. Truman) Roman Life and Manners (presented by A. J. Mainwaring) Friedlander.

Che museum. The Curator wishes to thank the following for contributions :— R. L. Davis, O.V., Coins. Whittaker, African Gods. Anyone wishing to become a Sub-curator should apply to the Curator, as there are two posts vacant.

Orchestra Account. FEBRUARY, 1910.

Scbool Officers. Captain of the School Captain of Boats ., Secretary of Boats Captain of Football Secretary of Football Captain of Shooting VIII Secretary of Shooting VIII Captain of Fives Captain of Gymnasium Secretaries of Sports Secretary of Debating Society Secretary of Field Club Editors of Vigornian Librarians Curator of Museum

F. C. Davis. F. C. Davis. G. H.Temple-Bourne P. S. Beauchamp. H. W. Noyle. W . H. V. Quin. H de la P. Evans. \V,. H. V. Quin. R. D. West. j S. S. S. Kingdom. '/ W . S. Thompson. S. S. S. Kingdom. C. W. P. Ludlow. I G - T. de Blaby. - F. C. Davis. / S . S. S. Kingdom. j E . R. H. Lewis. • F. C. Davis. I C. V.' Hancock. O . T. Griffiths.

Valete. Jeans, D. M. (iv.), ist XL Football 1908-9, ist XL Cricket 1908-9, Captain of Fives 1909. Liptrot, R. R. H. (Rem.) ; Wyllie i, G.A.C. (iii).

£ s. d. Nil. 0 1 0 8 0 2 6 1 4 7

Assets ... Deficit Postage, etc. Elgar's Bill for Music Total Deficit

£i 17

Obrarp Account. (XMAS TERM, 1909). RECEIPTS.

Jan.

Feb.

Balance Per Headmaster— Subscriptions ... Vigornians ... Pound ... ...

19 10 o 4 12 6 o 5 4

O.V. Club (per J. G. Shield, Esq.)

s. d.

7 ro

2 19

£58 13 ii

Oct. Nov. Dec. ,, ,, ,, Jan. Feb.

4 17 7 17 17 17 26 7

EXPENDITURE. Games Fund Saunder (Lantern)... Green (Slides) Large (Papers) Whiteman (Papers) Humphreys (Papers and Binding) Baylis (Vigornians) Wor. Ed. Supply (Books) Headmaster (Book) Cooper (Engraving) Editors Vigornian (Postage) Postage Balance

Saloete. Caswell, J. B., Matthews ii (iv) ; Wiggin, J. Dames, F. L-, Davies iii, E. J. (iii), Lewis ii, A. V. (ii).

More instruments are urgently needed in the Band ; will any who can play instruments let me know and they will be welcome in the Orchestra. R. D. WEST (Hon. Sec.)

£ s. d. 20 o o 3 8 9 i I o 3 i 6 i i 3 i 13 i 1 7 15 5 o 15 9 o 4 ii 0 2 0 0 4 0 0 0 3 19

58 13 ii

W. A. T. JARRETT, Hon. Treas. Audited and found correct, W. H. CHAPPEL,

Headmaster.

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Games Account. 1909 Dec. )) ))

Feb.

Contemporaries.

RECEIPTS.

£ s.

Old Footballs Banks F.C. 3 Lansdowne C.C. (balance) 18 O V Books 20 13 Rowing Subs. ... 20 School Subs. 2 Old Fives Balls Deficit

3 4

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Nov. Dec. Jan. ,} i)

Feb.

15 27 27 13

18 15 15 15' 19

T x

12 IO

6 o

o 6 16 15

£69

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EXPENDITURE. Deficit Rent (Field) Tea (Hereford) Linesmen, Hereford (2) Cheltenham (2) Malvern Ferry (Visiting Teams) Fixture Cards Rent (Field) Rent, 3rd Field (2 Terms) Thornborrow Gunn and Moore ... Haynes (Land Rate and Water)... Carriage of Boat ... Hunt (Salary and Cricket Repairs) Sports Sec. ...

2 J

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£°9

T. E. RAMMELL, Hon. Treas. Audited and found correct, W. H. CHAPPEL, Headmaster. 26/2/10.

The Editors beg to acknowledge the following contemporaries, apologising for any accidental omissions :—Cantuarian, Bromsgrovian, Eastbournian, Herefordian, Marlburian (per the Headmaster), Decanian, Brightonian.