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CONTENTS 7 9 9

Foreword Magazine Committee Acknowledgements Editorial The Staff (picture) The Staff Queen's College —An Analysis of a Tradition 1976 Smoking The Definition of Karate Out of Heaven and into Hell Indian Religious Thought Cubana Murder Incident

11 14 CURRENT AFFAIRS 1976

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21 23 27 29 FACTS AND FIGURES

The Staff 1974 - 1975 The Staff 1975 - 1976 School Prefects 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5 School Prefects 1976 Prize List 1974 — 1975 Prize List 1975 - 1976 University of London G.C.E.'O' Level Results Graph 'O' Level Results 1975 'A' Level Results 1975 'O' Level Results 1976 'A' Level Results 1976 Q. C. Athletics Results 1975 Q. C. Athletics Results 1976 Sports Picture Salvete 1974 -1 9 7 5 Salvete 1975 - 1 9 7 6

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The Future of Q. C. Sports — Is it bright Hockey Report 1974 — 1975 Table Tennis Report 1974 — 1975 Lawn Tennis Report 1974 — 1975 Volleyball Report Basketball Report The 1976 Inter-School Chess Tournament Chess Club Report 1975 — 1976 Badminton Report Sports ^tars Represent Guyana at Youth Level Cricket Report Our Teams

71 73 74 75 76 76 78 81 82 83 84 85

Literary and Debating Society Report 1974 —1975 Literary and Debating Society Report 1975 — 1976 Discipline at Queen's Cadet Corps 1974 - 1975 Tour Club 1974 - 1975

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66 SPORTS AND GAMES

HOUSE AND SOCIETY REPORTS

Science Society Hindu Society 1974 — 1975 Hindu Society 1975 — 1976 Christian Fellowship 1974 — 1975 Geographical Society 1974 — 1975 Historical Society Library Report Percival House Raleigh House 1974 - 1975 Raleigh House 1975 — 1976 Austin House 1974 — 1975 Austin House 1975 — 1976 D'Urban House 1 9 7 4 - 1 9 7 5 Pilgrim House 1974 — 1975 Moulder House 1974 — 1975 Moulder House 1975 — 1976 Woolley House 1974 - 1975 Cunningham House 1974 — 1975

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Pictorial Review On D it Classic On D it I Only Have E's and U's Sunrise And Shouts became Whispers Lotus Lillies Death of Day on the Demerara River Dream of Peace On My Grandmother's Death The Bible and Modern Science The Table Turned The Race Meet the Stalwarts of the Q.C. Magazine Autographs

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FOREWORD I am grateful fo r this opportunity of writing the foreword to the 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 6 ’ edition o f the Queen's College magazine, which is to be published at a tim e when the school is facing a serious financial crisis.

To produce a magazine o f the standard expected requires a great deal o f dedication and patience, as well as grit and endurance, on the part of the editor and his staff. I wish on behalf o f the school, to extend compliments to this group o f loyal Queen's College students who, conscious of the standard which this school has set in the past, are extrem ely concerned th at it should be maintained, if not surpassed, in the future.

This magazine covers the period w ithin which the school has undergone a change in its make-up. Having been a single-sex, boys school fo r one hundred and thirty-one years, it is now a school o f both sexes. This edition should therefore, be regarded as a very significant one among all the editions so far produced. It is my hope that 'the fairer sex' has contributed to its success. Already in many invisible ways the presence o f girls in the school has added a certain degree of richness to its existence.

Co-education at Queen's College has been entirely successful.

May this intrinsic richness o f which I speak manifest itself in the future by producing men and women who are better adjusted to one another and to modern living and its problems; more tolerant of one another and more committed to the cause o f peace, harmony and advancement in the com m unity in which they find themselves and in the country at large.

May this magazine be accorded the reception which it so richly deserves.

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The opinions expressed in the various articles in this magazine are those o f the persons who wrote them, and the Headmaster o f Queen's College, The Tutorial Staff, the boys of the school and the Magazine Committee do not necessarily agree with them.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Queen's College Magazine Committee 1974 — 1976 would like to express its indebtedness to those persons who have helped in one way or another to make the Magazine whatever it is. We thank Messrs D. Prince, D. Dennison, S. Cole, T . Rodney and Miss V. Thompson of Queen's College and Mrs. Chandlerof the Business Education Department of Queen's College. We thank also Miss S. Ramprasad and all others who have helped in the preparation of the lengthy type-script o f this Magazine.

We thank sincerely, those at Guyana Printers for their co-operation and advice.

We are also indebted to Messrs. J. Martin, T. Teekah, R. Bacchus, B. Hassan, P. Jagdeo and M. Serrao for the considerable help rendered to the Business Manager. We thank also t

A. Deweever for assistance rendered. We thank you all.

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E D IT O R IA L 1 9 7 4 - 1 9 7 6 The task embarked upon by this Magazine Committee was indeed one of the greatest o f all challenges any section o f Queen's College ever responded to.

The tale of the Queen's College Magazine Com m ittee 1974 — 1976 dates back to the Queen's College Magazine 1972 — 1974, and it has been a struggle for all, along one of the roughest roads in the history o f Queen's College.

This Magazine Com m ittee was faced w ith the job of reviving, nay, reconstructing, the Queen's College Magazine. We needed first o f all to look fo r the ashes of the old Magazine Committees and, unlike the Phoenix, we had to lay our foundations before w e rose. We came up w ith the badly mauled affair called the Queen's College Magazine 1972 — 1974. A t least three Magazine Committees had embarked on that job, but it was only the present committee that could have risen to the occasion. We produced a Magazine, and thanks to the benevolence o f those at Guyana Printers our historic debts at that firm were eradicated.

It was not until after the grim struggle o f the 1972 — 1974 Magazine was won that we could have embarked on this massive project — the Queen's College Magazine 1974 — 1976. To begin w ith, we were faced w ith a challenge in that we needed to raise eight thousand dollars ($8,000) during an Austerity Year — a year when firms were reluctant to advertise.

Advertisements, mind you, are the only source o f payments for the production of the Queen's College Magazines. We fought on, and our Business Manager sweated. He was disappointed on countless occasions, but he fought on doggedly. Success or failure depended on him. Failure stared us in the face. The reason? The Magazine Com mittee was falling apart. When we most needed their help, many of the members became caught up in the trend of disinterest, and allowed their jobs to go a-begging. Four members, with the help and advice of the supervisor stuck together, and the future of the Queen's College Magazine lay in their ability to weather this storm.

A t the end of the school year 1976 — 1977 w e had five thousand dollars ($5,0 0 0 ) in the k itty and most o f the scripts had been prepared and were ready. The December term 1977 — 1978 brought to the stalwarts of the Com m ittee the help they needed in the form of a few members of the Lower Sixth. Soon the Com m ittee was once more vibrant. Soon, too, we had amassed the required eight thousand dollars, and today I ask you to judge this Magazine, not in the light o f whether it is a failure or a success, but as a representative o f the struggle o f one section of Queen's College against formidable odds. In the true tradition o f Queen's College boys these fellows have fought. Queen's College depended on us and we could not let her down.

And like all vital sturggles w ith which Queen's College has been faced, we woivW ill this great struggle be in vain?

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TR A D ITIO N 1971-1976 For the past six months, I have been looking somewhat c ritic a lly at the Queen's College I have been attending for some six years now.

I have searched my memory and have inspected certain areas of administration thoroughly, and I have been both pleased and somewhat disheartened by my findings. Here in this article, I try in my humble way, with what I think are adequate facts, to bring to your scrutiny an analysis of some of the deficiencies of Queen's College.

Six years ago, 8 was granted the coveted privilege of joining that great school — that school with one of the greatest traditions ever — Queen's College.

In my then childish mind, numerous things immediately made indelible marks on my sub-conscious and I was happy.

Now, numerous changes have taken place and today it is a less happy person, somewhat frustrated and disenchanted w i t h t h e w h o l e Q ueen's College A dm inistration, who commits these words to paper.

From facts dug up here and there, and from experience during my first years here, I learnt that the Queen's College Staff was a staff dedicated, interested, and enterprising; a Staff working towards upkeeping a tradition and not only for the meagre pay packet they received at the end of each month; a staff comprising persons ready to accept any challenge; a staff genuinely interested in the welfare of the school as well as the proper education of the boys.

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Bn five years, values and attitudes have changed. Now many teachers on the Queen's College Staff like those of other schools throughout Guyana, have become clock-watchers. But let us not blame them; they are not responsible for the changes. Let us look at the source of this jvil. With the present cost-of-living soaring beyond all limits, and with the static teachers' salaries and lack of incentives, there must be discontent, especially while certain other employees enjoy allowances for entertainment, housing, car etc., and have coffee served them at 10.00 a.m. every morning. These 'fringe' benefits are alien to the teaching profession! With a meagre salary minus these 'fringe' benefits, discontent is engendered.

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What we need is a revision of values in the public sector. Teachers form one of the most important social groups of the working intelligentsia. With the job of educating the adults of tomorrow, these are the persons who should be given the incentives which will encourage them to work beyond their limits.

The prefect staff is another aspect of th e Queen' s College administrative machinery that has declined enormously, as far as respect is concerned. The root of the evil here is the system of election or selection of prefects. Originally, the Queen' s College Prefects' Staff, a competent body, was selected by the Headmaster and the Headmaster alone.

This system was deemed undesirably autocratic and duly abandoned, although it was, I think, the best system y e t Major

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reasons for this change were that it was not in keeping with the attitudes and values of the times and also that it engendered discontent in the staff.

post of Queen's College Prefect, and persons who accept the office merely to take advantage of the privileges open to them in such a position.

The staff was then granted their democratic right in the election of the prefects. However, power of veto was vested with the Headmaster, Deputy Headmaster, and the Senior Masters. This system became rather protracted and also cumbersome, and as such, less effective.

Because of the emergence of this new breed of prefect the system necessarily broke down because of lack of discipline — a most important feature of any institutional mechanism. Punishment has changed also in the Queen's College of the present epoch. There are no longer th e Saturday detentions (a mo s t prominent feature in my first year) and even the daily detentions are becoming anachronistic; uid corporal punishment is also going into the doldrums. The decline in the administration of punishment is thus one of the reasons for the decline in discipline in the Queen's College of today.

Soon the outgoing prefects found themselves represented in the selection com m ittee. This introduced another element of decline in the effectiveness of the prefects' staff as an organ for enforcing discipline.

The main draw-back of this modified selection committee, however, was this: Some of the persons who were selected and are still being selected to serve as prefects were and still are grossly incompetent, if not totally incapable of c o mm a n d i n g any sort of respect whatsoever from the other members of the school. There is resulting chaos.

Under this system of election or selection — I still do not know which — we found persons, who have been in the school for less than six months, on the prefects' staff; persons who know little, if anything, about the operation of the Queen's College Administration; persons who are grossly ignorant of the powers bestowed upon them by the mere fact t h a t they were appointed prefects; persons who are afraid or reluctant to enforce any sort of discipline since they are new and unaccustomed to the system which the persons they are trying to discipline have experienced longer than they have.

Needless to m ention the undisciplined, irresponsible persons who by some means or the other, whether fair or foul, succeed in achieving that coveted

We are all, doubtlessly, looking forward to the day when Queen's College will regain its original status in the Guyanese Society. But, before we can do so, all the deficiencies must be rectified, and one o f th e most important revolutions must be in the selection of the Queen's College Prefects' Staff.

Social changes which affect and change the atittudes and sense of values of all, are also other important factors contributing to the decline in the discipline of Queen's College. In 1972, one year after I had entered Queen's College, the auditorium had at least 600 good serviceable metal chairs which were used for seating accommodation during the lengthy assemblies. Within three years, these chairs were subjected to such abuse that there was none left serviceable in December 1975 when the building was relieved of their remnants.

Now it must have required some deliberate and determined effort by some students to break the back o ff a metal chair — but this is what proceeded to occur periodically A N D A PP A R E N TLY

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U NH EED ED A ND UNCHECKED. Now, two years later, absence has made the heart grow fonder. A t 10.00 a.m. there are no chairs in the hall, so we have to stand during the assembly — much to our discomfort But you cannot eat your cake and have i t Similarly, we could not not have the pleasure of destroying the chairs as well as enjoying the comfort of sitting on them.

This trend of vandalism seemed to grip Queen's College between the years 1973 and 1975, and within these years o ur i nval uab l e Physics Laboratory equipment was swept away by a tornado.

Now, the 'A ' Level students can rarely get the correct or experimentally correct result in their practical dasses, due to f a u l t y e q u i p m e n t or inadequate substitutes for damaged equipment A t the 1971 — 1972 Prize-giving Exercise, (the first I attended), I distinctly recall Mr. M. T . Lowe, our then newly-appointed Headmaster, proudly rep o rtin g the functioning of some twenty-eight clubs and societies in his Annual Headmaster's Report. Between 1972 and 1975, this number has been reduced in keeping with the trend of d isinterest, detachm ent and irresponsibility, to mention a few factors.

T h e survivors function fitfu lly and sporadically.

Happy I am to report, however, that during the year 1975-1976 the Queen's College Societies have been given a new lease of life. I do notice changes, slow but sure, in the students' attitude towards societies, games and clubs. Thanks also to th e m a r a t h o n work b y pur new Headmaster, Mr. C. I. Trotz, Queen's College can now boast of at least fifteen functioning clubs and societies.

In keeping with revised social values, it has become quite natural, as far as certain parents are concerned (or they

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couldn't care less) for their children both boys and girls — to engage in such adult activities as smoking and partaking o f large quantities of alcoholic beverages.

Soon boys from Queen's College, not to mention those from other schools — but there were and still are those from Queen's College who catch the eye o f the public — were seen smoking and drinking in bars around Georgetown. These indisciplined "gentlemen" — I make no excuse for them — were the destroyers of the Queen's College image. But they were victims of society.

For these reasons and many more, which it would be too painstaking and laborious to relate, it is said the masses lost this "respect for Queen's College and Queen's College Students". But mark you, we still have our well-wishers and supporters. These are the wise ones, the ones who will reap the benefits of their steadfast support; 'O nly dem that share the sour, a dem gun share the sweet' We are still the best school as far as academics are concerned. We still have th e Inter-S econdary Schools Chess Trophy, our Tennis Teams do us justice, and likewise our C ricket Basketball and Football teams; not to mention our Hockey Team which match skills with such teams as the Guyana Defence Force and perform creditably.

The pre-requisite for growth and improvement is confidence in the future.

And to those who have confidence in the Queen's College Community will raise itself out of the doldrums I say: "Y ou r wait will not be long or fruitless".

There is no doubt in my mind that Q u e e n 's College will improve her discipline, and this change will come from within Queen's College, for her students have the will to triumph and the determination to refute the doubts and abuses of outsiders. We are resolved to

make Queen's College the Queen's College it once was, whether the Queen's College of the past was respected or not, whether the Queen's College of the present is respected or n o t whether the Queen's College of the future will be respected or not. I raise my voice, not

alone, but with at least 800 others and say: " I am justly proud of that tradition that will never die, that......that Queen's College."

Here, Leon Shivamber, contributes a mildly scientific article which may be of some relevance to Queen's College in view of the tendency of certain students to

have a distorted notion of what it is to be 'B IG '.

H arrichand Persaud, Low er S ixth Arts.

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S M O K IN G Hundreds of thousands of people today are heavy smokers, not because they want to, but because they can find no way out of i t They have become addicted to a habit they first started as teenagers, when they thought that smoking makes one 'sm art, 'impressive' and 'big'.

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Funny as it may seem, few of these people wanted to smoke in the first place. They were only following the crowd and doing the 'in thing'. Even though this may be the case, the fact still is that smoking is not a normal habits; a person has to learn to smoke.

We ask ourselves the question: Why must I worry about smoking? I can give several reasons why we should worry. Not only is smoking an expensive luxury, but it plays a definite part in lowering some one's resistance to diseases.

On the average, most heavy smokers may

die five to ten years earlier than non-smokers. In very many of these cases, death is due to some condition of the heart or blood vessels. Another factor, and one of the more significant, is lung cancer. You may have realised by now that money is saved by not smoking, but apart from that; smoking destroys health and vitality.

Maybe you have never learnt to smoke. Fine, but lots more of your friends are not so fortunate. However, every cigarette your friend smokes tends to leave him biologically and physically less strong and less willing and able to carry on. You may ask one again: Why don't they stop? They don't stop because they have become addicted to a powerful drug found in tobacco called nicotine.

Some people have little or no difficulty in giving up the habit, but for some others it may take a long struggle. Many continue

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It is ironical that such a short stick of leaves rolled in paper can have such a great effect on a person's life. Many people consider it a temporary escape from living in tension. People believe that smoking is a quick way out of a dilemma, just as drinking, so people keep right on smoking, whi l e, knowingly or unknowingly, they wreck their health and shorten their lives.

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T H E D E F IN IT IO N O F K A R A T E Currently there is an upsurge in sport and games in Guyana. Karate has come in for its share of attention.

Unfortunately, much of this attention has been of an unhealthy nature, often sadistic. Here, a Queen's College Senior Student rightly traces this unfortunate trend to ignorance of the true meaning of Karate. Here, Guy Low o f Upper 6th Science B, a Karate enthusiast, puts in its correct perspective this ancient and noble a r t - EDITO R.

In order to understand this definition it is necessary first of all, to know about the "backbone of Karate . . . Budo (martial w ay)."

Budo began as a technique for fighting with weapons such as a sword, in wh i ch defeat unquestionably meant death. To survive one had to win. A t this early stage it was not called Budo, but merely 'Fighting Technique.'

While such statements are obviously fanciful misinterpretations, it is definitely a fact that those trained in Karate are capable of demonstrating remarkable mental and physical abilities.

Continuous effort, often bloody, was made to find a better method of winning in situations which meant life or death. It was found that when one's life is at stake, one cannot freely use techniques acquired through constant practice because of the fear of death, or extreme 'consciousness of the self, brought on through an overwhelming desire for victory, or hatred of one's opponent Through intense study and experience, it was finally realised that, in order to remove th e f e a r o f death, and excessive consciousness of the Self, the mind must be closed to thoughts of life and death; In other words, only when the mind is free from em otions of fear and self-consciousness, which hinder the power o f judgment and mental and physical reflexes, can one freely and c o m p l e t e l y make use of acquired techniques. The history of Budo started from that period.

vWhen a student begins to learn Karate he must first of all understand the essence o f Karate. The definition establ i shed by t he Japan Karate Association is as follows:

S pecifically, Budo requires continuous study of techniques. It demands continuous effort in creating the ideal psychological state, as if one were standing on the threshold of life or death.

Karate is not a martial art whose ultimate aim is to win. It is based on hard physical training that demands strict mental discipline, by which one attempts to mould an ideal character through physical and spiritual trials.

Continuous striving is required in order to remove all emotions obstructing correct judgment and reflexes and motions of the body.

With this explanation of Budo the definition of Karate, as given by the

THE D E F IN IT IO N OF KAR AT E Although the word Karate is known throughout the world, surprisingly few people understand its true meaning. The literal definition of the word is 'Em pty Hand'. Unfortunately, the great majority of people have erroneous ideas about Karate. From the uninformed, one hears such exaggerated statements as, "In Karate one can generate superhuman powers using the hands and feet as weapons capable of terrible destructive power" or, "Karate training will enable one to fly through the air and attack an opponent like a ferocious bird of prey."

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OUT OF HEAVEN AND IN T O H E L L How does one feel when one is plucked from a beloved and heavenly atmosphere and dumped bodily and helplessly into an unpleasant satanic hell? If you should ask me such a question. I might not be able to give you a suitable answer. But what I can surely tell you is that such an experience is tantamount to having had thrust upon you (a Bishops' girl) a passport to Queen's College.

Acceptance was imperative as refusal was detrimental.

That was parallel to the feelings of most, if not all, of the unfortunate Bishops' girls on having been informed of their plight of being one among several students chosen to be transferred from Bishops' High School to Queen's College.

Many notorious Queen's College students might get the impression that writing such blasphemy we Bishops' girls are a haughty and conceited lo t But obviously, I was only being hyperbolical in my opening sentence. On the contrary, however that certainly does not imply that we were in the least pleased at having had to come to Queen's College. Anyhow we were prevailed upon to come, so we came.

Such a decision did not come as a surprise. There were many discussions prior to the confirmation of this operation which stemmed from the Government's policy to make all schools co-educational. Several ways and means as to how the selection of girls to be transferred would be made were devised.

It was felt that if you resided near to or at least nearer to Queen's College than to Bishops' High School you were likely to be one of the transferred. An alternative to that was if you had brother(s)

attending Queens' it was also very likely that you would be among the transferred girls. Then of course, we were given a choice to stay or leave. Whether this was valid or not I do not know. But I question it, since about 90% had chosen to remain However, which of these methods were used was a question left to be answered as there were exceptions in each case.

Anyhow, there was to be an exchange o f some students, mainly first and second formers, between pairs of segregated schools.

Bishops' High School and Queen's College formed one of such pairs.

The idea of having co-educational schools aroused very little opposition at Bishops' as many students regarded it as another developing step towards Socialist equality. It was felt among the Bishops' girls that Queen's was a 'cowboy-school' where everyone was his own master â&#x20AC;&#x201D; nobody caring of his doings and above all nobody practising any sense of respect where teachers and elders were concerned. Such behaviour was never in the History of Bishops' tolerated nor entertained by the girls and it was felt that going to Queen's was below the dignity of a Bishops' girl. Many a rumour, about Queens' which had some bit of truth, spread around by anyone coming up with an amazingly.interesting incident involving a Queen's College boy, was given many an ear. Everyone took it upon herself to find out the most she possibly could about Queen's College, since it was equally likely that girl 'y ' would have to go as would girl 'x'.

Queen's College held a prominent position in the minds o f many Bishops' girls. For the first time topics pertaining to the social relationship between

members of the opposite sexes were given lengthy voicing and hearing. And for the first time in an all-girls institution, were there such extensive discussions involving the boys of Queen's. Many propositions once termed impossible, were now arousing considerable and an unusually great interest in every form room discussion â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from the 'sixths down to the firsts.'

Bishops' as well as Queen's would be soon ending a memorable era which had begun some time in the latter part of the nineteenth century. No longer were they going to be segregated institutions.

No longer would they harbour only members of one sex. They would imprint on the pages of History something of utmost importance . . co-education.

On the eve of the first day of the August Holidays 1975, Bishops' girls of the first and second forms particularly looked forward to their long holidays with airs of sadness, anxiety, uncertainty but with very little happiness. Who would have to leave their beloved school? Who would no longer see their loving friends at the beginning of the next school year?

Who were the lucky ones and who were the unlucky ones? 'What' would the next term bring? These and more saturated the minds of many a Bishops' girl.

Being disgustingly pessimistic at times, I held the one thought that I was bound to be one of the unfortunate girls.

And sure enough, as luck would have it, a headmistress' word was enough to confirm what was previously a mere assumption. So, after all, I was one of the girls who were requested, and who were of such unequivocal importance to the co-education of such an institution as Queen's College. That is certainly putting it a bit euphemistically, for at that particular time I was completely ignorant of that mode of thought.

Of course, dejection and depression ran high among most of the selected girls. Some questioned the methods used to make the selection.

However, realising that we were in no position whatsoever, to have things our way, we were resolved to accept the situation as it was. In retrospect, I personally feel that the poor impression which we had towards spending school days at Queen's College could have been erased had we done justice to this principle of co-educating and had applied sufficient thought to the advantages of it.

As a matter of fa c t we had no right to feel depressed about anything. A fter all, which institution was known for being, academically speaking among the very few uppermost institutions in the West Indies? Guyana's Queen's College of course.

However, there was the feeling of being cast out ,of one institution and thrown into an oblivious state where ignorance among other things reigned. We have only ourselves to be blamed for this feeling. But of course not all of the girls held this view. Some felt that here was an opportunity to go to Queen's College.

Then why not take it? What grounds they had for holding that positive way of thinking is still to be found o u t Some professed that they saw it as an opportunity from the point of view of facilities to be enjoyed. Whether they were merely rationalising, I cannot say.

But I could now look back and truly say they have something really enviable.

So, on 12th September, 1975, Queen's College portrayed a colourful panoramic view. Intermingled among the usual fawn and white was the outstandingly rich gold of the blouses of Queen's girls. What a sentimental sight that must have been to many a teacher.

They were probably sadly recalling those

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As is expected, the first day found many girls in an unusually shy manner.

Not only were they shy but they were ignorant of their surroundings. Who were those people standing next to me? What were they like? Should I still believe the tales I have been hearing? Would I ever manage to get along well with them?

These questions and more must have transpired through the minds of many of the girls and, of course, boys as well.

A t first, there was repulsion between the two sexes.

Many, unaccustomed to being in company with members of the opposite sex, found themselves in awkward positions, especially the girls. Quite a few eschewed such unusual company; but of course this repulsive bahaviour was not common to all students. However a few found it an opportune moment to exhibit the fact that they were members of the opposite sex.

For the first two weeks things went better than was predicted. I can vaguely recollect incidents, where boys were thrown into a frenzied state of excitement. Looking down the corridor, I would s o met i me s witness a conglomeration) of boys expounding silly remarks to some unfortunate victim. O f course such immature behaviour had been forseen and was termed minor and trivial matter.

'Boys will be boys' however, and especially the boys of Queen's College.

There were certain misdemeanours which

surprised, amazed and to some extent shocked the ordinary ex-Bishops' girl.

Very few of us had the slightest thought of ever being witness to such pranks as 'throwing of missiles filled with water'. A story of setting o ff squibs in the midst o f a quiet and peaceful lesson would have been immediately dismissed as being incredulous had we not been present at the scene of the crime. The culprits would be tried by members of the staff under a judiciary comprising of the headmaster and senior masters. It was usually punishable by a serving of canings (which were sometimes in multiples of ten) followed by a sumptuous dessert of suspension from school. However, on the whole, even the worst of this behaviour did not live up to our expectations.

Indeed, we were surprised and greatly moved by the general behaviour of the Queen's College boys. We had not expected it to be that satisfactory. To someone entering Queen's College with a compact fore-knowledge of the behaviour of the boys and then to find out that such prescience was highly misleading, it was crystal clear that such an underestimation called for an apology. As a result all ideas o f re-enrolment at Bishops' were obliterated from the minds of the young batch of Queen's College girls.

Soon, however, as was expected the bahaviour of some of the girls deteriorated.

Some incorporated with the miscreants. Many entertained the idea of playing pranks and committing offences and the like. Had it not been for the austere measures meted out by the members of staff such unorthodox behaviour, might well have developed into more serious cases. Meanwhile, the relationship between the two sexes was becoming closer and closer or at least less and less distant. Members of the opposite sexes wer e now able to

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communicate freely. There was more understanding between the two sexes and much of the petty and immature, behaviour, which had previously prevailed, had soon disappeared.

Something which puzzled me greatly however, was the astounding academic results of the girls. How was it that the girls were able to perform so creditably in spite of the prevailing circumstances? Was it that Queen's College had a relatively lower standard of work? That didn't seem possible to me.

After all, they do pretty well at the 'O ' and 'A ' Levels. Rather, it was due to the co-education system and its aims. One of these aims is to develop a competing spirit between the two sexes so that, in trying to excel each other, a high standard is maintained. And certainly, that was just what happened. Each sex was determined to emulate the other and

in the case of Queen's College it cannot be denied that it was the female sex which led the way. O f course the boys had the spirit but the girls were determined to show what they were capable of doing despite the unfavourable circumstances.

This determination inevitably resulted for the better on, the part of the girls. Some might argue that the girls' performance was not one of spectacular interest since it was not outstanding. But when taking into consideration the fact that we were new to our surroundings and,of course,after making surveys o f our previous performances, it is only fair that such a performance be termed as being good. In any event the girls of Queen's College did live up to their names. Let's hope we will be able to prove our true positions as equals in all respects to the boys. Long live the Girls of Queen's College!

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IN D IA N R E L IG IO U S T H O U G H T India, although only half the size o f the United States of America, contains a population of more than six hundred million o f whom about one hundred and twenty million are Muslims, eighteen million are Buddhists and four hundred and seventy-two million are Hindus. However, contrary to popular belief, the majority of Hindus are not confined to India, with scatterings In East Africa, South Africa, Mauritius, Fiji, The West Indies etc., For we read in Griffith Taylor, Dorothy J. Seaverengt and Trevor Lloyd's 'Lands of Europe and Asia': 'In spite of the fact that the Thais are of Chinese origin, their culture is chiefly Hindu.' And they number millions! â&#x20AC;&#x201D; E D ITO R .

The cardinal features o f the Hindu religion are founded on the meditative and speculative philosophy and on the ethical teachings contained in the various books of the Vedas, which assert that the universe is infinite in space and eternal in duration. It never had a beginning and il will never have an ending. The passage of time makes no mark whatever on the dial of eternity. In its supersensuous region which cannot be comprehended at all by the human understanding, there is no past, and there is no future. The Vedas teaches that the soul of man is immortal.

One of the chief distinctions between the Hindu and Christian religions is that the Christian religion teaches that each human soul had its beginning at its birth into this world, whereas Hindu religion asserts that the spirit of man is an emanation of the External Being, and has no mor e a b eginning than God himself.

It has been often asked: If this be so, why is it we do not remember anything o f our past lives? This is our explanation: consciousness is the name of the only

surface of the mental ocean, but within th e d e p t h s are stored up all our experiences, both pleasant and painful. The desire of the human soul is to find out something that is stable. The mind and the body, in fact all the various phenomena of nature, are in a condition of incessant change. The finer our moral and i n t e l l e c t u a l development, the stronger will become the aspiration after The External that changes n o t The modern Buddhists teach that everything that cannot be known by the five senses is non-existent and that it is a delusion to suppose that man is an independent entity. But nature is a m ixture of i n d e p e n d e n c e and dependence, of reality and idealism. Our minds and bodies are dependent on the eternal world, and this dependence varies according to the nature of their relation to it; but the indwelling spirit is free, as God is free, and is able to direct in a greater or lesser degree, according to their state of development, the movements of our minds and bodies.

Death is but a change o f condition.

We remain jn the same universe, and are subject to the same laws as before. If we s it d o w n and l a m e n t ov e r the imperfection of our bodies and minds, we profit not: it is the heroic endeavour to subdue adverse circumstances that carries oui spirit upwards. The object of life is to learn the laws of spiritual progress.

Christians can learn from Hindus and Hindus can learn from Christians. Each has made a contribution of value to the wisdom o f the world. impress upon your children th at true religion is positive and not negative; that it does not consist in merely refraining from evil, but in a persistent performance of noble deeds and active (not passive)

opposition to, and destruction of evil and all that is wrong.

Every child born into the world accumulated experience from previous incarnations; and the impress of this experience is seen in the structure of the mind and body. The soul that reigns within is independent and creates a desire for freedom. If we are not free, how can we hope to make the world better? We hold that human progress is the result of the action of the human spirit. What the world is, and what we ourselves are, are the fruits of the freedom of spirit.

We believe in one god, the Father of us all, who is omnipresent and who guides and preserves His children with infinite love. We believe in a personal god as the Christians do, but we go further: We believe that we are He; that His personality is manifested is us; that God is in us, and that we are in God. We believe that there is a germ of truth in all religions, and the Hindu bows down to them all; for in this world, truth is to be founded, not in subtraction but in

a d d i t i o n . Sacrif ices, genuflexions mumblings and mutterings are not religion. They are good only if they s t i m u l a t e our t h o u g h t s t o t he apprehension of the divine perfection.

What good is it if we acknowledge in our prayer that God is the Father of us all, and in our daily lives do not treat every man as our brother? Every human personality may be compared to a glass globe. There is the same pure white light â&#x20AC;&#x201D; on emission of the divine being â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in the centre of each, but the glass being of different colours and thickness, the rays assume diverse aspects in its transmission.

The equality and beauty of each central flame is the same and apparent inequality is only in the imperfection of the temperal instrument of its expression. As we rise higher and higher in scale of being, the medium becomes more and more translucent

Ravindranath Droop ad.

Lower Sixth Science 'A ' President Q. C. Hindu Society.

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CUBANA MURDER The international murderers have struck once again. This time their victims have been 73 innocent people, many young, including 11 Guyanese of whom six were students, three being of Queen's College stock. This crime generated much comment in October, 1976, That initial interest has now completely died down.

How unfortunate! It seems that only when our enemies strike we will acknowledge their existence and forget about them after the incident. How childish!

T h e Cubana M u r d e r In ciden t illustrates a glaring deficiency in our political culture and even our educational system. This is the point I desire to bring out â&#x20AC;&#x201D; this is the point c which I want to use this hideous crime to illustrate.

Imperialism is our Arch Enemy. For Imperialism to succeed there must be disunity. In Guyana many aspects of our political culture promote disunity and hence aid Imperialism, our common enemy. Students must struggle against these trends and at the same time steel themselves for acts of intimidation, such as the Cubana Affair. The education system can help here. Sadly, this is found lacking. Some of the reasons for this are analysed in another article in this section.

Students must agitate for a changed system which would gear them to fight Imperialism.

Why is it that we should wait until our enemies strike before we act? Should we not be prepared............always?

The educational system can help here.

To defeat one's enemy one must know it;

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one must be able to recognise it in its many forms; one must know how to apply this knowledge effectively. To this end students, for their very survival, and that of the Nation, must demand: (1 ) A c o mp r e h e ns i ve Socialist Education, the programme of which must be p r e p a r e d by all national and representative or mass organisations in Guyana. This is to promote mass involvement, Democracy and a!National Front type of approach; (2) The present ills in the educational system must be tackled with dedication and proper planning, and the negative attitude of the past demonstrated by the Ministry must cease: (3) Government must complete the anti-imperialist phase and cease making humiliating and treacherous compromises with our Arch Enemy.

In other words students must demand: 'We've got to get organised, but there must be no compromise!' And of course at all stages of this 'organising' there must be mass participation, frank dialogue and Democracy. "For Democracy is the essence o f Socialism."

This is the only way to prepare Guyanese, especially students, to weather such intimidatory acts as the Cubana Affair!

This is the only way to fight Imperialism! !

Putting it in a nutshell: Students must Struggle to Learn and Learn to Struggle!!!

B heri 6. Ramsaran.

Current Affairs Editor.

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(1971) (1971) (1971) (1972) (1970) (1971) (1971) (1969) (1970) (1967) (1967)

APPOINTMENTS M. T. Lowe Chief Education Officer (1949) S. S. Ramphal Secretary General, Commonwealth Secretariat (1947) F. R. Wills Minister of Foreign Affairs and Justice *Guyana (1947) E. V. Luckhoo High Commissioner to India and Sri Lanka (1929)

GUYANA NATIONAL SHIPPING CORPORATION, LTD. Lloyd's Agents Ship Owners & Operators — W harf Owners — Stevedores — Shipping and Clearing and Forwarding Agents — General Sales Agents for

PAN AMERICAN WORLD AIRWAYS INC. Cable Address: "NATSH IP" Georgetown — Telex: "GY 232" Bankers: The Royal Bank of Canada, Georgetown, Demerara, Republic of Guyana.

A Member of the Guyana State Corporation Group of Companies of the Government of Guyana.

P R IZ E -L IS T 1 9 7 5 - 1 9 7 6 The following were awarded prizes for excellent academic working during the year

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— 1975 — 1976 ('denotes female).

3RD

2ND

1ST

N ot Awarded E. Chin *G . Misir

N ot Awarded *A . Austin M. Persaud M. Baksh

2A: 2B: 2C: 2D: 3A :

R. Prashad (Consl) D. Sankar R. Sawh S. Amir N. Mann S. Haniff P. Banarsee I. Benn K. Fung (Consl) R.M.J. Moore

J. Klautky D. Sawh K. Ramlochan Not Awarded S. Ally

*S. Rambihar *M . Small N. Jackman Not Awarded *S. Nero

3 B: 3C: 3D :

D . R obertson *J. Hoyte *R . Rambihar

*S . A li-K h a n *M .Lake *N . Haniff

N . S to re y *L Persaud S. Stewart

1A: 1B: 1C; 1D:

% 4T H FORMS S.C.S. Singh

C. Harris

B IO LO G ICA L SCIENCE A. De Weever E N G IN E E R IN G SCIENCE R. Srivastav

P. Jack

T. Wood

LANGUAG E ARTS S. Gopaul

J. Chester

Not Awarded

FIN E A RTS S. Fraser

PRIZES AW AR DED ON TH E BASIS OF TH E G.C.E. E X A M IN A T IO N RESULTS OF JUNE 1976 F IF T H FORMS O R D IN A R Y L E V E L PRIZE H.

Persaud

(8 Distinctions in 9 subjects offered) IV Y LONCKE M E M O R IA L PRIZE (for English and Literature) D.G. Owen A L L IA N C E FRANCAISE P R IZ E (for French) H. Persaud

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i

6TH FORMS PRIZES A W ARDED FOR 'A ' LEV E L D IS TIN C TIO N S 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

A. J. K. Cappel M. P. Chan R. A. Chung R. A. Deane M. Etwaroo W. R. A. George J. Hamid T. H. Me Kenzie A. Persaud W. R. Pinkerton

(Mathematics) (Biology & Chemistry) (Chemistry) (Pure Mathematics, App. (Pure Mathematics, App. (Chemistry) (Mathematics) (Pure Mathematics, App. (Pure Mathematics, App. (Pure Mathematics, App.

Mathematics) Mathematics)

Mathematics) Mathematics) Mathematics)

W ISH A R T M E M O R IA L PRIZE (EN G LISH) N ot Awarded

G U Y A N A SCHOLARSHIP PRIZES 1.

2.

3.

4.

M. P. Chan W. R. A. George T. H. Me Kenzie A. Persaud O THER PRIZES

MUSIC (Most Outstanding Student) K. D. Small A R T JU N IO R PR IZE : A . Pollard SENIOR PRIZE: A. Schwartz

PRIZES & MEDALS AW AR DED FOR SPORTS SCHOOL COLOURS H A V E BEEN AW AR DED T O :

f

%

R. P. I. Brutus: M. P. Chan: V . T. Agard *Y . Nelson: C. M. Plummer: R. Harris:

Cricket Chess Athletics, Cricket, Football Athletics Badminton, Hockey, Volley-ball Swimming

41

BEST SPORTSMAN A T QUEEN'S COLLEGE IN T H E YEAR 1 9 7 5 -1 9 7 6 C .M . Plummer SPECIAL PRIZES CHESS:

M. P. Chan- TROPHY M.

(Junior Champion): L. Ramgopal P. Chan BOOK PRIZE (Junior Runner-Up): C. Broomes

KING'S COLLEGE TAUNTON CUP & BOOK PRIZE

(For the Best First-Former): R. Sawh H. O. E. Barker Cup (Senior Champion): M. P. Chan BOOK PRIZE (Senior Runner-Up) D. J. Barker BANKS D.I.H. CUP; Austin House

â&#x20AC;¢*

*

OTHER PRIZES & TROPHIES

ALLSOPP CUP (HOUSE DEBATING): Not Awarded IRWIN CUP (BIOLOGY): Not Awarded LUCKHOO DEBATING PRIZE: Not Awarded ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHIES

UNDER 13 UNDER 15 UNDER 17 OVER 17 (Track & Field) VICTOR LUDORUM CHAMPION GIRL

R. Harper & *J. Prince A. Dookhan & *M. Cole C. Too-Chung & #Y. Nelson V. Agard V. Agard Y. Nelson

I.S.A. POTBURY CRICKET SHIELD: 'L' HOUSE PRIZES AWARDED TO BOYS WHO BY VIRTUE OF THEIR CONCERN AND EFFORTS, HAVE DONE THE MOST TO FURTHER THE INTEREST OF THE SCHOOL:

JUNIOR PRIZE: C. Broomes SENIOR PRIZE: D. W. Bindley-Taylor

42

*

H O N O U R S L IS T

(Year of leaving in brackets) GUYANA SCHOLARSHIPS: M. P. Chan (1976) ; W. R. A. George (1976) T. H. McKenzie (1976) ; A. Persaud (1976) ADMITTED TO DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, etc.

O. I. Cox (1960): M. Ed (Birm) W. Marshall (1970) : B.Sc (U.W.I.) Eng. S. E. Cumberbatch (1971): B.A. (Cantab) Soc. & Pol. Scs. H. J. White (1971): B.A. (Cantab) Maths Pt. Ill T. W. Gittens (1971) : B.A. (U.G.) History C. Choo-Kang (1972) : B.Sc. (Lond) Computer Science D. Gdmes (1972): B.Sc. (U.W.I.) Eng. W. Seepersaud (1972): B.Sc. (U.W.I.) Eng. D. Yeung (1972) : B.Sc. (Lond) Eng. K. C. Persaud (1972) : B.Sc. ( ) Bio. Chem.

K. C. Singh (1971) : B.Sc. (Lond.) Geol.

A. Samad (1971): B.Sc. (U.G.) Bio. THE FOLLOWING OLD BOYS HAVE REPRESENTED GUYANA AT SPORTS W. Holder (1971) BADMINTON K.Hendy (1971) BADMINTON M. Taitt (1972) RUGBY N. Adonis (1970) RUGBY R. Sam (1972) RUGBY M. Christophe (1972) TABLE TENNIS S. Richmond (1970) (Dec'd) VOLLEY-BALL M. Plummer (1976) Badminton

V

&so n s^ ^ 5 STABROEK MARKET; GEORGETOWN.

U N IV E R S IT Y O F L O N D O N G E N E R A L C E R T IF IC A T E O F E D U C A T IO N E X A M IN A T IO N O R D IN A R Y L E V E L R E S U L T S 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5 Subject

No. Sat.

Grades A-C

%

ART BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE FRENCH GEOGRAPHY HISTORY MATHEMATICS Syll. A MATHEMATICS Svll. D ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS PHYSICS SPANISH TECHNICAL DRAWING HINDI

6 70 82 106 99 23 95 108 113 27

6 49 59 96 45 16 57 83 86 21

100.0 70.0 72.0 88.9 45.6 69.5 60.0 77.0 76.5 77.8

51 100 44 22 1

39 75 13 4 1

76.4 75.0 29.6 19.1 100.0

1 9 7 5 -1 9 7 6 ART BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE french

GEOGRAPHY HISTORY MATHEMATICS Syll. A ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS MUSIC PHYSICS SPANISH TECHNICAL DRAWING

4 95 99 125 59 38 72

3 69 67 101 22 16 54

75.0 70.3 69.9 80.8 37.3 42.1 75.0

82

52

59.1

129

87

67.4

73 1 106 24 31

37 1 72 4 5

50.7 100.0 71.0 17.0 17.0

'O ’ L E V E L P E R C E N T A G E S

»

GRAPH: Showing relationship between %and subject for the two years, 1974 —'75 1975 - '76.

45

“ O

”

LEVEL RESULTS JU NE 1975

NINE SUBJECTS Jagan, N.N. EIGHT SUBJECTS Aaron, R.A. Ad ridge, P.l.

Chunnilall, C.J. Daibee, P.A. David, F.C. Dhanraj, D.C. Fung-A-Fat, J.H.D. Insanally, S.R.D. Rahaman, M.E. Singh, M.C.S. Taylor, N.T. Wilson, W.H.E. SEVEN SUBJECTS Baldeo, A.J. Barwary, H.S.M. Behari, V.N. Benn, C.P.J. Bissember, N.J. Chan, M. Z. Deendyal, Y» Deokaran, D. Dwarka, R.A. Harris, R.E.T. Headley, L.A. Kirton, C.M. Moses, B.A.O. Rambihar, I.V. Ramratan, S.A. Sawh, M.C. Singh,V. SIX SUBJECTS Agard, T.W. Ali, S.M. Ashley, O.C.M. Bindley-Taylor, D.W. Braithwaite, N.E. John, G.B. Low, G.N. Luck, R.A. Moore, R.F.F. Moses, W.A. Persaud, G.A.

DISTINCTIONS C, H, Ad.M, P.

B. E.Lang, H, P, C, E.Lang., G, H, Ad.M. B, E.Lang., F, G, H.

xxxxxx xxxxxx Ad.M, P. B, E.Lang., F,G ,H ,P .M ., S. E. Lang., F, S. B. C, E.Lang., F, G, P, H. C, G, H, Ad.M, P.

H. XXXXXX B, C, E.Lang., Ad.M. XXXXXX E.Lit. B0, E.Lang., P. B, Ad.M., P. XXXXXX C, P. XXXXXX XXXXXX P.M., F. Ad.M. H. H. XXXXXX

p. p.

E.Lang.

XXXXXX E.Lang., H. XXXXXX E.Lang.

H. XXXXXX

x x xxx x B.

xxxxx x

Prince, D.R. Rayman, I.M. Valz, P.D. Williams, G.B.D.

XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX H.

FIVE SUBJECTS Alexander, A.E. Alii, I.M. Austin, H.A. Barnwell, O.M.K. Baron, I.D.W. Crawford, N.N. Layne, R.K. London, C.R. Macoon, B. Owen, D.D. Persaud, H.R. Phillips, M.E. Rogers, N.A. Sewdatt, H. Sobryan, K.A. Sue-Ho, G.H.I. Walters, O.P.

DISTINCTIONS XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX E.Lang.

XXXXXX G. XXXXXX H. XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX H, E.Lang., E.Lit. XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX

FOUR SUBJECTS Bacchus, R. Balram, L. Bender, P.A. Caleb, N. B Chin, P.A. Cyrus, D.R. Glasgow, F.R.W. Glen, L.O. Henry, W.P. Karran, B.R. Kingston, C.W. Loy,T.O. McDoom, H.A.F.A. Me Watt, C.A. Mohan, P.S.S. Narain, C. Persaud, C.L.R. Ramkelawan, A. Rampersaud, A.M. Rosheuvel, N.O.S. Sahib, S. I. Sattaur, K. Singh, B.M.M. Singh, S.C. Walcott, P.O. Wool ford, E.M.

DISTINCTIONS A. E.Lang.

E.Lang.

XXXXXX XXXXXX P. XXXXXX XXXXXX Ad.M. E.Lang.

XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX P.B. XXXXXX XXXXXX H. XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX p.

XXXXXX E.Lang.

XXXXXX

THREE SUBJECTS Bidessi, C.A. Blare, L.C. Brutus, R.P.I. Daly, S.P.B. Gajraj, R.R. Ng-A-Qui, P.G.W. Palmer, G.D.L. Persaud, C.T. Persaud, R.D. Persaud, V. Singh,R. Singh, S.O. Thompson, G.B. Tulsi, B. Williams, R.G.A. TWO SUBJECTS Chung, C. Frank, K.O. Kupchand, J.K. Lee, E.G.W. Mahadeo, B.K. Naraine, P.D. Nicholson, D.A. Rodrigues, G.P. Sankat, M.R. Smith, M.C.R. Sumner, R.A. Walker, R.J. Young-Fong-Kee, P.W. ONE SUBJECT Agard, V.T. Ally, M.F.O. 'Antoo, N. Bacchus, D. Balram, B. Braithwaite, S.L.A. Bruton, C.H. Chester, L.F.B. Crane, C.V. Davis, W.A. Dennison, J^.H. Desa, R.A. Droopad, R. Duncan, T.O. Forde, R.O.M. Fraser, G.D.M. Hassad, R.R. Headecker, B.R. Hing, P.A. Hopkinson, E.G.

P. E.Lang.

XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX B. XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX p.

XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX

XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX P.M. XXXXXX E.Lang.

%

«

%

k

Q.

Hopkinson, M.I.Q. Isaac, H.A.E. Jackman, T.A. Jagan, N.A. James, N.A.R. Johnson, R.F. Joshi, P. Kissoon, N.A.A. Latchana, M.G.A. Lee, G.E. Lowe, K.L. Madramootoo, V.A. Mahamood, M.S. Maison, O.R. Me Doom, S.A. Meertins-George, E.W. Moore, E.H. Muneshwer, R.N. Murugan, S.N. Naraine, A.S. Nasir, N.A. Owen, D.G. Persaud, H. Persaud, S.K. Pestano, A.M. Plummer, C.M. Ramalho, C.K. Rambihar, B.V. Ramkumar, D.R.C. Ramphal, M.A. Ramsammy, D.V. Ramsay, C.M. Rashid, H.R. Ritchie, M.P. Romeo, O.F. Rowan, R. Saffee, S.M. Salame, M.R. Samaroo, R.T. Sampson, R.W. Serrao, M.A.P. ONE SUBJECT Shivamber, L.V. Singh, D.R. Singh, N. Singh, O.J.C. Singh, P.J. Small, K.D. Thomas, D.L. Walker, J.M. Wills, F.R. Witter, E.M.

P.M.

P.M.

xxxxxx P.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX

xxxxxx P.M. P.M. XXXXXX P.M. XXXXXX

xxxxxx P.M. P.M.

P.M.

DISTINCTIQ

P.M. P.M.

49

Woodroffe, B.J.I. Yacoob, F.M. Zaffar, M.S.

P.M. »

“A ” L E V E L R E S U L T S JU NE 1975 THREE SUBJECTS Abrams, D.M.A. Allicock; A.N. Awah, G. Balbahadur, K.P. Bart, M. E. Bhulai, R.A. Bidessi, C.A. Bookram, S. Cummings, R.O. D'Abreu, Q.M. Deochand, M.C. Eytle, R.A. Harris, W. I. Homenauth, O.P. Jones, M.R. Lowe, L.A. Majeed, M.A. Me Allister, H.E. Monplaisir, M.H.F. Motilall, B. Pairaudeau, P.W. Panday, K. PersaucT, R.R. Pollard, D.G.C. Ragbar/R.C. Ramsay, C.M. Ritchie, M.P. Singh, P.D.A. Vancooten, E.A. TWO SUBJECTS Banarsee, T.‘E.R. Bayney,B.M. Bostwick, R.E.F. Ganesh, A.M. Hyles, E.S. Imhoff, H.C. Lall, C. Mahadeo, I.S. Mohamed, K.A. Persaud> M. Singh, Y.C.S.

50

DISTINCTIONS P.M., PAM. xxxxxx

PAM. XXXXXX c.

XXXXXX

p. xxxxxx xxxxxx

P.M., PAM.

P.M., PAM. XXXXXX

A.M., PAM. XXXXXX XXXXXX

C.B* C. XXXXXX

P.M., A.M. XXXXXX

P.M., AM. C. XXXXXX XXXXXX

P.M., PAM. XXXXXX

P.M., PAM.

ONE SUBJECT Ali, K.l.

Annamunthodo, R.P. Bayney, R M. Braithwaite, C.A. Chung,* R. A. Dublin; C.C. Ferrel,*Br Fraser,'D.W. Jones, N.R.

51

“O ” L E V E L R E S U L T S JUNE 1976 9 SUBJECTS Owen, D. G. Persaud, H. 8 SUBJECTS Kissoon, N.A.A. Latchana, M.G.A. Mahamood, M.S. Meertins-George, E.W. Rambihar, B.V. Samaroo, T.R. Sing-Wai, W.S.

DISTINCTIONS E. Lang., E. Lit., G, B, E. Lang., E. Lit., E. Lang., E. Lit. B,G. XXXXXXXX C,B,G,H, Ad. M, P. E. Lang., E. Lit., Q B.

7 SUBJECTS Aima, S. Ally, M.F.O. Davis, W. A. Dennison, D.H. Droopad, R. Dyai, N. Hing, P.A. Hopkinson, E.G. James, M.A. Lowe, K. Muneshwer, R.M. Singh, P J. « Yacoob, F.M.

XXXXXX E, Lang.

G. P. Ad. M, P. B. XXXXXX E. Lang.

E. Lang.

P. C,B, Ad.M, H,P. C, E.Lang., G, P. XXXXXX

6 SUBJECTS Brutus, R.D. Forte, L. Pestano, A.M. Ramlall, D.P.R. Shivamber, L.V. Small, K.D. St. Hill.

Wills, F.R. Young-Fong*Kee, P.W.

P.M. E.Lang.

E.Lang.

XXXXXX G. E.Lang., P. XXXXXX XXXXXX E.Lit.

5 SUBJECTS Antoo, N. Balram, B. Braithwaite, S.L.A. Bruton, C.H. Hing, P.L. Lee, RjG. Locke, H.D.J. Loy, T.O.

P.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX

I, Ad., M..P.

Maison, O.R. Murgan, S.N. Palmer, G.L.L. Ramkumar, D.R.C.G. Singh, N. Walker, R.J.

E.Lang.

4 SUBJECTS Bernard, R.O.M. •Bernard, R.A. Dayal, I. DeBarros, W.O. Joshi, P. Muller, D.W. Nauth, R. Peroune, N.E. Ramalho, C.K.A. Ramsaran, B.G. Rashid, H.R. Rollins, G.G. Saffee, S.M.

DISTINCTIONS B, C.

xxxxx x C, Ad.M, P.

C, Ad.M,P.

B.

•Singh, P.P. Singh, S. Sumner, R.A. •Thompson, V.L. 3 SUBJECTS Alexander, A.E. •Augustus, P.L..

Bacchus, O. Barnwell, O.M.K. Bender, P.A. Bone, P.A. Braithwaite, E.H. Brutus, R.P.I.

B. E.Lang.

C, P. XXXXXX PM.

•Carrington, M.M. Crawford, N.N. Deokaran, D. Dey, J.C. Gomes, L.V. Harriprashad, B. Headley, L.A. Kingston, C.W. Lewis, J.A. •McAllister, P.A. McKay, W.W. McWatt, C.A. •Millar, L.D. Mitchell, B.A. Moore, E.H. Nasir, N.A. Owen, D.D.

C. XXXXXX C,Ad.M. E.Lang.

E.Lang.

Persaud, Y. Plummer, C.M. Prince, D.R. Ramsay, M.E.A. Serrao, M.A. Sewdatt, H. Singh, P. Singh, K.L. Singh, $undar Walters, O.p.

Williams, R.T.R. Wright, M.S. 2 SUBJECTS Agard, M.B. Benn, C.P.J. Boilers, C.O. Bonnet, C.A. Charles, J.L. Crane, C.V. Doobay, B.Y. Dookie, B. Forde, R.O.M. Fraser, H.E. Fraser, S.G.N. Hamilton, H.A.F. Hassad, R.R. Hopkinson, J.R. Kanhai, T.A. Lowe, M.T. Naraine, P.D. *Odwin, M..

Persaud, G.A. Persaud, S.K. Ramsammy, D.V. Romeo, O.F. Schwartz, S.A.G. Srivastav, R.R. Persaud, C.L.R. Edwards, N.F.A. 1 SUBJECT Adams, G.B. Agard, V.l.

Ali, S.M.A. Alleyne, R.D. Alii, F.I.R. Allicock, S.V. Archer, G.F. Bacchus, M.S.A. Bacchus, R.M. Basdeo, K.A. Campayne, P.A. Chung-A-Fung, G.V,

C.

DISTINCTIONS

E.Ldng.

E.Lang.

P.M. Hi.

P.M.

P.M.

s

i1 .

%

l

♦ Crawford, R.D. Cumbermack, A.S. Cyrus, D.A. Debidin, R.A. DeWeever, A.C.A. Dookhan, AX.P. Dyer, B.C.O. Edwards, M.L. Ellis, K. Fredericks, B.E. Fries, A.S. Glen, 0.

Griffith, W. Hamid, S. Hardowar, N.P. Harris, C.A. Henry, P.E. Henry, W.P. Hudson, I.A. Hussein, M. Isaacs, H.A.E. Jack, P.M. Jackson, C.A. Johnson, S.A.A. Jugdeo, R.H. Karimullah, M.A. Kingston, L.T. Kirton, C.B. Lachmansingh, M.D. ♦ Lambert, N.E.A. Lautan, V. Layne, J.A. Loy, T.P. Marks, R.B. McKay, W.W. Mohamed, F.S.R. Motilall, M. Munruddin, M.l.

Persaud, K.R. Persaud, M.A. Persaud, R. Pierre, D. Ramalho, L.C. Ramdhany, S. Ramlakan, R.M. Rowan, R. Sampson, R.W. Sattaur, M.A. Saywack, W. Shepherd, M.A. Singh, D.R. Singh,D. Singh, P.M.B.

P.M.

xxxxxx XXXXXX

xxxxxx P.M.

xxxxxx P.M.

P.M.

P.M.

P.M.

P.M.

55

Singh, P.l.

Singh, S.C.S. Springer, P.C. Sukha, D.M. Too-Chung, C.V. Walker, J.M.N. Watierson, G.L Witter, E.M. Woodroffe, B.J.I. Zafar, M.S.

P.M. P.M.

“A” l e v e l r e s u l t s 1976 4 SUBJECTS Persaud, A.

DISTINCTIONS P.M., A.M.

3 SUBJECTS Akai, P.S, Brijbassi, M,J. Cappel, A.J.K. Chan, M.P. Chan, T.A. Chung, R.A. Deane, R.A. Dey, S.E. Duncan, F.G. Etwaroo, M.N. George, W.R.A. Goorbarry, A.L. Griffith, K.C. Hamid, J.N.M. Joao, C.V. Joseph, T.O.A. Karimullah, M.A. McKenzie, T.H.M. Norton, H.E. Patterson, P.A. Persaud, D. Pinkerton, W.M.C. Ramsingh, P.N. Yearwood, K. Young, F.

XXXXXX XXXXXX P.A.M. B,C. XXXXXX C. P.M., A.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX P.M..A.M. C. XXXXXX XXXXXX P.A.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX P.M., A.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX PAM. P.M., A.M. XXXXXX XXXXXX

2 SUBJECTS Bacchus, F.M.A. De Freitas, A.I. Gonsalves, N.P. Hopkinson, J.R .

56

Norton, G.A. Persaud, S. Ramprasad, L.R.P. Samaroo, A. Singh, R.P. Srivastav, S.D. Tait, G.M. Thomas, A.R. 1 SUBJECT Abrams, O.P. Alim, M.A. Bacchus, R. Barker, D.J. Dyalsingh, R.T Ford, E.M. Henry, P.R. Hinry, P.R. Hinds, P.V. Janki, R.M. Jodah, L.A. Persaud, C.L.R. Premsukh, L. Ragnauth, J.G .

Ramgopal, V.B. Sawh, V.K. Shah, Z. Sills, E.A. Surujballi, O.P. Trotman, R.L. Wilson, R.O.S. Yhann, M.A.

Hi.

DISTINCTIONS

A book published in Bombay, India, entitled 'Planned Families* contains the following publisher's warning: "Any reproduction strictly forbidden without our written permission."

Django, examining his pay cheque: "Well, I see the Government got another raise." . . . that Bulb told his wife to drive carefully, because it is not only a car that can be recalled by its maker.

Insecurity is resetting your wrist watch each time you see a Q.C. clock disagrees with it.

RESULTS OF THE Q U E E N â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S C O L L E G E A T H L E T IC S M E E T IN G 1975 U ND ER 13

HIGH JUMP

3. W. Griffith (C) 4. L. Wharton (H)

M. Cole (E) 5JUMP

BOYS 1.

R. Odle (B) 2. K. Skeete (F) 3. T. Quintin (C) 4. R. Burnett (F)

LONG JUMP 1. D. Springer (B) 2. L. Richards (E) 3. A. Austin (A)

1. R. Harper 2. R. Odle 3. D. Hartley 4. Q. Thomas 1.

2.

3.

4.

80 METRES R. Harper (D) 1.

J. Prince (F) K Moses (A) 2. D. Springer (B) R. Odle (B) 3. A. Austin (A) N. Jackman (G) 4. S. Da Costa (B) 5. A, Brutus (L)

1. R. Harper (D) 2. K. Moses (A) 3. P. Caldeira (A) 4. R. Burnett (F) 1.

2.

3.

4.

GIRLS 1* L. Richards (E) 2. J. Prince (F) 3. D. Springer (B) 4. S. Gudge (C)

R. R. R. K.

Harper (D) Burnett (F) Odle <B) Moses (A)

100 METRES 1. J. Prince (F) 2* D. Springer (B) 3. D. Stewart (D) 4. A. Brutus (L)

120 METRES 1. J. Prince (F) 2. D. Stewart (D) 3. D. Springer (B) 4. A. Austin (A)

4 X 100 METRES RELAY 1. Raleigh (B) 1. Austin (C) 2. Percival (A) 2. Weston (F) 3. D'Urban (D) 3. D'Urban (D) 4. Pilgrim (E) 4. Moulder (G) UNDER 15.

HIGH JUMP BOYS 1. K. Lowe (C) 2. K. Ellis (A)

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GIRLS P. Johnson (H) D. Simpson (K) P. Westmaas (L)

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2.

3.

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A. Dookhan (G) M. Edwards (F) D. Nicholson (E) C. Butters (L)

P. Johnson (H) P. Westmaas (L) M. Cole (E) D. Edwards (E)

TRIPLE JUMP 1 M. Shepherd (C) 2. R. Charles (A) 3. A. Dookhan (G) 4. M. Edwards(F) 100 METRES 1. A. Dookhan (G) M.Cole(E) 2. S. Lam (D) F. Persaud (B) 3. S. Fraser (E) C. Waterman (C) 4. M. Edwards (F)

200 METRES 1. A. Dookhan (G) D. Mason (F) 2. S. Lam (D) M. Cole (E) 3. D. Pierre (H) P. Johnson (H) 4. F. Scott <B) 400 METRES 1. S. Fraser (E) M. Cole (E) 2. R. Charles (A) M. Yarris (L) 3. D. Pierre (H) D. Manson (F) 4. M. Edwards (F) P. Johnson (H) 800 METRES 1. F. Scbtt (B) { 2. P. Small (F) \ 3. D. Pierre (H) 4. M. Edwards (F) 4X 100 METRES RELAY 1. Woolley (H) 2. Pilgrim (E) 3. Moulder (G) 4. Weston (F)

A

1. S. Dey (D) 2. R. Harris (H) 3. D. Sears (K) 4. M. Lowe (C)

DISCUS

BOYS

800 METRES

1. P. Hinds (L) 2. F. Duncan (D) 3. W. Pinkerton (F) 4. C. Yearwood (L)

JAVELIN 1. C. Too-Chung (F) 2. R. Hinds (K) 3. S. Dey (D) 4. A. Schwartz (D) 100 METRES 1. C. Too-Chung (F> Y. Nelson (G) 2. T. Agard (L) M. Odwin (H) 3. S. Braithwaite (G) V. Thompson (D) 4. R. Hinds (K) 400 METRES I' T. Agard (L) Y. Nelson (G) 2. C. Too-Chung (F) V. Thompson (D) 3. A. Schwartz (D) M. Odwin (H) 4. R. Marks (L) HIGH JUMP BOYS 1. R. Hinds (K) A. Schwartz (D) 3. C. Too-Chung (F) 4. J, Charles (A)

GIRLS Y. Nelson (G) N. Lambert (H) V. Thompson (D)

LONG JUMP 1. C. Too-Chung (F) Y. Nelson (G) 2. R. Hinds (K) M. Odwin (H) 3. S. Braithwaite (G) 4. T. Agard (L) TRIPLE JUMP 1. C. Too-Chung (F) 2. P. Benn (H) 3. T. Agard (L) 4. P. Walters (F) SHOT PUTT 1. D. Sears (K) 2. P. Benn (H) 3.

J. Dey(D) 4. C. Too-Chung (F)

110 METRES HURDLES 1. P. Patterson (G) 2. V. Agard (A) 3. H. Norton (F) 4. K. Yearwood (L) 4X 100 METRES RELAY 1. Nobbs (L) 2. Moulder (G) 3. Weston (F) 4. Pilgrim (E) 1500 METRES OPEN 1.P. Hinds (L) 2. F. Duncan (D) 3. F. Scott (B) 4. W. Pinkerton (F)

TOG-O F-WAR 1. Woolley (H) 2. Nebbs (L) 3. D'Urban (D) 4. Moulder (G)

In the 200 Metres invitation race B. Carrington placed first, while R. Sam and E. Phillips brought second and third, respectively.

The 200 Metres Old Boys race was won by Mr. Nelson with Mr. Harmon second and Mr. Richards third.

Weston House (F) won both the Standard Points and Athletics Shields, while the Insanally Trophy was won by J. Charles of Percival House (A).

The House Champions were:â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Percival (A) Raleigh (B) Austin (C) D'Urban (D) Pilgrim (E) Weston (F>Moulder (G) Woolley (H) Cunningham (K) Nobbs (L)

The track and field events (17 +) were won

by V. Agard, while Yvonne Nelson emerged as Champion Girl.

V. Agard D. Springer K. Lowe A. Schwartz M. Cole C. Too-Chung A. Dookhan P.Johnson R. Hinds T. Agard

A T H L E T IC S R E S U L T S 1976 H IG H JUMP

UNDER 13

G IRLS

BOYS lo 2.

3.

D. Richards D. Archer R. Dyaljee

(G) <a : (E)

K. Glddlngs C. Locke A. Hill

(K) (B) (D)

So Da Costa R. Chester S. Mickle

(B) (A) (K)

J. Hunte S. Charles S. Mickle

(F) (K) (K)

J. Hunte S. Charles S. Mickle

(F) <K) (K)

J. Hunte S. Charles So Mickle

(F) (K) (K)

Cunningham Raleigh D’Urban

<K) (B) (D)

LONG JUMP l« D. Hartley 2. T. Haynes 30 Jo Brtsport

(B) (A) (E)

1. P. caideria 2. D. Rfchards 3„ J. Brtsport

(A) <C) (E)

1. Do Richards 2. Jo Brtsport 3e r« Narine

(C) (E) <E)

1. D. Richards 2. J o Brtsport 30 R. Thompson

(C) (E) (D)

80 M ETRES

100 M ETRES

120 M ETRES

4 x 100 METRES R ELA Y lo

Pilgrim

2. D'Ur ban 30 Austin

(E) (D) (C)

UNDER 15

HIG H JUMP

BOYS 1. R. Charles 2 . s. Lam 3« D. Blackman

(A) (D) (D)

1 • R. Charles 2. D. Blackman 30 R. Harper

(A) (D) (D)

G IRLS P. King U Richards Jo Prince

(H) (E) (F)

p. King D. Springer M. Yarris

<H) (B) (L)

LONG JUMP

UNDER 15

T R IP LE JUMP

BOYS I . R. Charles 2. R. Harper 30 R# Moore

G IR LS (A) (D) <L)

100 M ETRES 1. D. Blackman 2. Re Charles 30 S. Lam

(D) (A) (D)

1. D. Blackman 20 R. Charles 30 s* Lam

(D) (A) (D)

M.

Cole Austin

(E) (F) (A)

M. Cole A. Austin D. Mason

(E) (A) (F)

M . Cole A. Austin D. Richmond

(E) (A) (B)

Jo Prince A. 200 M ETRES

400 M ETRES 1. S« Lam 2. R. Charles 3« R« Harper

(D) (A) (D) 800 M ETRES

BOYS l m C o Anglin 2 • F. Scott 3. J. Chester

(F) (B) (B) 4 x 100 M ETRES R E LA Y

UNDER 15 BOYS 1. D’ Urban 2. Weston 3» Perclval

G IR LS (D) (F) (A)

UNDER 17

Weston Pilgrim Austin

(F) (E) (C)

V.

(D)

H IG H JUMP

1. A. Schwartz 2. D. OWen 3. W. G riffith

(D) (D) (C)

1.

2.

3.

<L) (G) (H)

Thompson

LONG JUMP D. Hartley T. Don can R. BOxhlll

TRIPPLE JUMP 1. A. Dookhan 2. T. Duncan 3. M. Shepherd

(G) (G) (C)

UNDER 17

SHOT PUTT

1. R.Boxhill 2. M. Edwards 3. T . Duncan

(H) (F) (G)

1. A. Schwartz 2. N. Kissoon 3. R.B oxhill

(D)

DISCUS (C) (H)

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JA V E L IN

1. A. Schwartz 2. L. Wharton 3. W. Griffith

(D) (H) (C)

1. A. Dookhan 2. R. Boxhill 3. N. Kissoon

(G) (H) (C)

1. R. Boxhill 2. A. Dookhan 3. D. Hartley

(H) (G) (L)

1. A. Schwartz 2. D. Owen 3. D. Pierre

(D) (D) (H)

1. A. Schwartz 2. T. Duncan 3. N. Kissoon

(D) (G) (C)

1. T. Duncan 2. D. Owen 3. R. Boxhill

(G) (D) (H)

1. Moulder 2. Woolley 3. Nobbs

(G) (H) (L)

*

100 METRES

200 METRES

400 METRES

800 METRES

110 METRES HURDLES #

4 x 100 METRES RELAY

OVER 17

62

HIGH JUMP

BOYS: 1. J. Charles 2. 0. Gordon 3. W. Moore

(A) (L) (D)

1. T. Agard 2. 0. Gordon 3. O.P. Walters

(L) (L) (L)

LONG JUMP

O. P. Walters T. Agard J. Charles

(F) (L) (A)

TRIPLE JUMP

D. Sears 0. Gordon M. T. Lowe

(K) (L) (C)

SHOT PUTT

0. Gordon D. Sears B. M. Singh

(L) (K) <F)

DISCUS

GIRLS: D. Ceres

JA V E L IN

1. P. Bender 2. B. M. Singh 3. D. Sears

(H) (F) (K)

1. T. Agard 2. 0. Gordon 3. I. Rambihar

(L) (L) (F)

1. T. Agard 2. 0. P. Walters 3. 0. Gordon

(L) (F) (L)

1. T. Agard 2. 0. P. Walters 3. (X Gordon

(L) (FJ (L)

1. T. Agard 2. F. Jeffrey

(L) (B)

100 METRES Y. Nelson D. Ceres

(G) (H)

Y. Nelson D. Ceres

(G) (H)

Y. Nelson D. Ceres

(G) (H)

GIRLS Y. Nelson D. Ceres

(g ) (h )

200 METRES

400 METRES

800 METRES

110 METRES HURDLE

OVER 17 BOYS: 1. T.Agard 2. O. P. Walters

(L) (F)

4 x 100 METRES RELAY 1. Weston 2. Woolley 3. Austin Cunningham

(F) (H) (C) (K)

1500 METRES OPEN 1. Agard (L) 2. Mohan (E) 3. Charles (A)

TUG-OF-WAR 1. Cunningham («) 2. Austin (c) 3. Weston \p)

4 x 100 METRES RELAY BOYS: 1. D'Urban 2. Weston 3. Moulder

(D) (F) (G)

D'Urban House (D) won both the Standard Points and Athletic Shields, Trophy was won by Stephen Fraser.

GIRLS: 1. Moulder 2. Raleigh

(g ) (b )

while the Insanally

The OVER 17 track and field events were won by T. Agard of Nobbs House (L) and Yvonne Nelson became champion girl for the second time in succession.

The Sportswoman of the year 1975 - 1976.

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Sportsman of the Year & Victor Ludorum, (winner) Victor Agard.

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♦Cole, Colleen

Clarke, Tim othy

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♦E lliott, Sharon Gravesande, Pierre

Gurprasad, Nan dal all

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Headley, Donald

Indaraj, Sasenaraine

♦Jailall, Nalini.

Joseph, Cedric Juan, Sandra

♦Locke, Corinne Lynch, Christopher ♦Mageed, Nazareen

♦Killikelly, Shauna

♦Mohamed, Bebe

Lawrence, Suemede

♦Narine, Krishna

Leemal, Ritchie

Parmanand, Vigiamand

Mohabir, Andrew

Prashad, Roy

Mohamed, Azad

♦Radcliffe, Kasturi

Naidoo, Rajgopal

Ramgopal, Telishwar

Nelson - Williams, S.M. Northe, Nigel

Ramlall, Pretap Ramphal, Nandijh

Prasad, Ugrasen

Sahib, Sheik Singh, Ghansham Singh, Satnarine

Rahaman, Shamshun ♦Rawana, Sarojini

♦Sookraj, Sandra

Richards, David

Titley, Peter

Sankar, Dwarka

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Bissoondyal, S.V.K.

Baksh, Mohamed

Churaman, Donald

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♦Damyantee

♦Bissoondyal, Narpatti

Diyalgee, Rawle

♦Budhu, Roxanne

Graham, Neil

Caldiera, Paul

Granger, Kevin

♦Chircout, Seemattie

Haynes, Trevor

Cort, Andrew

Joseph, Andrew

Deopersaud, Devanand

Karran, David

♦Douglas, Silverine.

♦Kunar, Sumintra

Dubois, Keith

Laikhram, Udesh

Hall, Havelock

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Hamilton, Sean

Lai I gee, Glen Lowe, Sherwood

Hussain, Aleem Joao, Colin,

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Khan, Mohamed

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Mann, Nigel

Mohan, Am it

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M uiii, Reginald

Persaud, Thakur

Narine, Terrence

Pilgrim, Kenneth

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Allicock to six-footer after just being insulted by him: "One more comment like that and I'll smash your knee-cap."

Little boy to departing father: "Daddy, please bring me home a rat from the rat-race today."

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T H E F U T U R E O F Q .C .

S P O R T S -IS IT B R IG H T In an y revolutionary institution where the backbone is propped up by the strength and stamina of the youths, sports and games would be one of the major forces in the fostering of the qualities and the production of the revolution. There is no exception to this in Q .C ., which represents a wide cross-section of our revolutionary society and in fact, is supposed to be producing the nation's richest resource â&#x20AC;&#x201D; youths.

But what is happening in this school to the development of this potential in sports?

If my memory serves me correctly, then I think there is an old saying which runs: 'United we stand; Divided we fall".

In an institution such as ours, unity from all concerned is essential, for in the pooling of our resources towards a common cause, we would be able to stand on our own feet unequivocally and be able to produce something of benefit.

In fostering such unity, sports can play a vital role, for it is in the field that youths can see the seriousness and the need and moreso, the strength in such unity when opponents are defeated. Such unity in sports would then, beyond any doubt, spread to other areas of the school's curriculum. In addition, in such games, much potential can be realised and it is here that the future 'Gibbs' or what have you could be made into something, if anything at all.

Be that as it may, it seems that sport is beginning to fall into a dirty old rut at Q.C., with students having little or no enthusiasm in what is going on. It is essential that a patronising spirit be built up within the young members and all must see the necessity in fact, the glory

and the pride of putting Q.C. on top, a position where it justly ought to be. It is sickening to note that upper-school members think little of these ideals and as the H.M. puts it "all they want is to pass their exams". But who is to be blamed for this in a school where there is lack o f much incentive and mal-administration from certain quarters? It is disgusting to note that the students involved in other activities are given more recognition and status than the persons who toil hard at sports. Indeed it is only right that our sportsmen be given the recognition and the incentive for their unflinching efforts.

What is even worse is the fact that maladministration continues to exist not only at Queen's College, but also in the organisations that sponsor different competitions to which the school is affiliated. One coach vividly remembers an instance where the football team reached the finals in a certain cup and were favourites to win, but suddenly out o f the 'blue' the competition was abandoned. Later on, through curiosity, it was learned th at the organiser of the competition was the manager of the other team in the finals and was afraid his team would be beaten.

The next season, the coach could not find boys from Q.C. to make up a team.

Lately, it could be remembered when the Press reported that the school had one point in a certain cricket cup, when in reality it had ten points. When a report was sought it was again revealed that the f a u lt was w ith the competition's organisers. They failed to supply report sheets to captains. These facts are disturbing to any player and It kills all enthusiasm.

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Back in the world of Q.C., the H.M. has been very harsh lately on members of the Lower Sixth for not participating in games. It is not my intention to justify the actions of myself and fellow comrades, but the facts are clear. Many of the lower sixth members are new to the school and have to take time to adjust themselves and by the time they do so, they realise that their work begins to get more compact and as a result they have no time for games. Would it not be good in the interest of all, for compulsory matches to be arranged in the first term of the school year for these persons so that any potentials could be readily realised and utilised?

In these days when there is a clamour from all quarters in this revolution for strict discipline, it is quite surprising to note that traits of indiscipline, continue to exist in sporting activities. In fact, one coach seems to be so disgusted at the situation that he describes his team as a 'pack of Frank Sinatras', where everyone

wants to do his own thing, and has no regard for the efforts o f others. He feels that there is potential, but subsidiary to this question of ill-discipline is that of a. general lack of team spirit and moreover, many students are not serious at all and even take their childish behaviour from the classroom to the field during matches.

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It is inconceivable that sports at Q.C. has fallen in such a rut so rapidly and unless something is done, and quickly at that, the future would present many disastrous repercussions, probably not for this generation but maybe for one to come. Indeed the efforts of all is needed and we the students and stalwarts should now endeavour to be o f benefit to our school and use our sporting potential effectively, so that our dear Q.C. would be recognised not as a legend but a contemporary figure in the revolution.

E Nabie, Sports Editor.

. . . that Salta Wing of 5A wrote to his father in the interior:â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dear Dad, Yesterday I did not have time to write you. Today I do.

Love, Your son. . . . that the reason why the Boys and Girls' camps were on the opposite sides of Mainstay Lake when Q.C. Tour Club visited there, was so that everybody would learn to swim.

While visiting the hospital maternity ward, I noticed a proud young mother talking through the glass to her brand new baby boy.

"Look at that," she said, "only two days old and already he's just like his father. He sleeps while I talk to him."

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HOCKEY R EPO RT FOR THE A C A D EM IC YEAR 1974-1975 Captain Vice-Captain Supervisor

— Peter A. Chin — Dereck A. Nicholson — Mr. G. O. Farnum

As usual, the year started with the election of office-bearers for the year.

Peter Chin was elected captain of the team w ith Dereck Nicholson as the vice-captain and Swaresh Singh as the supervisor for the lower school. The Guyana Men's Hockey Board's coaching programme for the lower school, started d u rin g th e Christmas Term. This programme brought out some of the lower school members with tremendous talent and in view of this, an inter-house 'Seven-a-Side' tournament was played. It was a success, but because of pressing commitments, the finals were not played.

A t the beginning of the Easter Term, the captain was appointed a Prefect Because of his prefectorial duties clashing with his duties as captain, he asked to be relieved of the post of captain until he could once again take up the position.

He, however, stated that he would be willing to play as a member of the team.

Dereck Nicholson was then appointed acting captain with Swaresh Singh as acting vice-captain.

During Youth Week, under 19 'Seven-a-Side' and under 17 'Six-a-Side' competitions were organised by the Hockey B oard.

U n fo rtu n a te ly , the weather was bad and b o th c o m p e t it io n s were never started. We however, played in another under 19 'Seven-a-Side' competition and did not do badly. We beat the Park Rovers Hockey Club, drew with Tutorial, but lost to Central.

We then entered the Berger Paints League which started in the first week of the August Term. Because most o f the boys w ere c o n c e n tr a tin g on examinations and not on hockey, we had to withdraw from this competition.

On the whole, this was not a disappointing year and we look forward to an even better one next year.

Swaresh Singh (Vice-Captain, acting).

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T A B L E T E N N IS R E P O R T 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5 Captain: Vice-Captain: Supervisor:

Edward Meertins-George L. A. Headley Mr. K. Austin

This school year has been a somewhat dormant period for table tennis at Queen's College. If examined carefully some basic reasons may be found for this period of 'hibernation', the main one bein g th e approach of the final examination, the '0 ' levels for most of our better players.

I have noticed with approval some drastic changes for the better being made in the school in games organisation. I also recognised that this long-felt need was being spearheaded by our then acting Headmaster, Mr. C. I. Trotz. This augurs well for the future.

During this period '74 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; '75, there w ere m a n y 'national tournaments' th ro u g h o u t th e co u n try. Our performances were creditable and the most memorable event was when seven of our boys reached the semi-final of the Republic competition. This was indeed a laudable feat

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In the senior events we did not perform so well. This, I would say, has been the result of most of our senior boys giving the game up for their exams.

Mention must, however, be made of the m ag n ificen t performance of Linden Headley of the fifth . He, in the Republic h a n d ic a p to u rn a m e n t, convincingly defeated the recently-crowned Caribbean Men's Singles champion, Bruce Edwards.

In the Junior division-there were also creditable performances. Edward George, then national junior champion, managed to reach the Finals of every tournament Other good performances were turned in by young Richard Chin, I. Usman and others.

I do look forward to even further upliftment in the standard of the game in the school. I think this era is not so far away, seeing that the exams would soon be over and the good players of the school would, hopefully, return to this magnificent game.

Edward Meertins-George, School Captain

LAWN

T E N N IS REPORT 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5

The game of Lawn Tennis was revived in Queen's College this year after a lapse of some years.

The revival of the game was mainly due to the Guyana Lawn Tennis Association which organised a tournament for the various secondary schools in Georgetown, based on a Round Robin points basis system. The games consisted of two doubles (Reverse) matches and a singles match.

The school team which was handicapped by not having a Tennis Court o f their own, was helped by the G .L .T .A ., which gave permission for the team to practise one day a week on the Non Pariel Park tennis courts.

The tournament as it turned out, was very poor, with only three secondary schools taking part, those being St. Stanislaus, Indian Education Trust College and Queen's College.

The tournament got under way on Saturday, 5th April, 1975 at 8.30 p.m.

St. Stanlaus was billed to play Queen's.

Q.C. defeated Saints by 4 games to 1.

Results were as follows: Q.C. players named first: 1.

F. Bacchus and P. Adams bt G. Woo Ming and A. Gouveia — 9-1.

2. F. Bacchus and P. Adams bt A. D'Olivera and B. Paul — 9-1.

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I. Walker and G. Adams bt A. D'Olivera and B. Paul — 9-3.

4. I. Walker and G. Adams bt G. Woo Ming and A. Gouveia — 9-0.

5. M. Chan lost to B. Gladstone — (4-6)

( 1*6 ).

Due to an injury to senior player P. Walcott, M. Chan substituted and lost.

Indian Education Trust College in the afternoon then defeated Saints by 5 games to nil.

Q.C. withstood a fierce battle from Indian Education Trust College to defeat them by 3 games to 2. This match was played on Sunday 6th April at 8.30 a.m. on the M.Y.O. grass Courts. Results of matches played Q.C. players named first: 1. F. Bacchus and P. Adams lost to C. Mendonca and I. Chung — (4-9).

2. P. Walcott and J. Walker bt C. Mendonca and I. Chung — (9-5).

3. P. Walcott and J. Walker lost to L. Victorino and S. Sankar — (5-9).

4. F. Bacchus and P. Adams bt L. Victorino and S. Sankar — (9-6).

5. G. Adams beat I. Kalamadeen — (6-3)

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Q.C. had then definitely won the tournament, but the tournament officials ruled this out and suggested that the tournament was a draw between Q.C. and LE.T.C. seeing that both teams had a total of seven points.

It was decided that the two teams should share the trophy for one year each holding it for six months. Unfortunately, however, the trophy could not be found.

Such is the organisation of the G .L.T.A .

(N.B.) The outstanding player of the whole tournament was undoubtedly G. Adams, who played unbeaten in all of his matches.

The school is hoping to provide a grass court early next year. The school club will be enlarged as from September 1975 and it is hoped that it will remain functioning to help both the future boys and girls of Queen's College to progress in the game.

Fazal Bacchus (Captain)

VO LLEYBALL REPORT Captain Vice-President Supervisor

— H. Norton — A* Goorbarry — Mr. P. Mangal

Over the past few years, Volleyball was shown only a passing interest by the members of the school. All had the eternal fear of not playing because of sprained fingers. Those who attended practice sessions were mostly from the upper school.

Last year, however, there was an upsurge in the attendance for practices.

Quite a few of the young boys expressed a desire to learn the game. Much interest was, as usual, shown by the members o f the upper school. Thfe practice sessions in the first and second terms of the year were held twice or sometimes thrice weekly, and were fairly well attended.

During the August term, new interest and generated by the Georgetown Association's School competitions in

which Queen's took part. The College was well placed to be the schools' champion, but unfortunately, these competitions, which were ill-organised anyway, were discontinued much to the extreme annoyance of members of the school.

During the August term also, Queen's was visited by the Berbice High School, and played against in a five-set volleyball match.

Although we lost by three sets to two, we played very well although we lacked experience. Nevertheless the team gained valuable hints from the more experienced Berbice side.

It is hoped that the interest shown in the past year will not wane, and that the game of volleyball will continue to gain importance as one of the top games at Queen's.

Andrew Goorbarry.

BASKETBALL REPORT 1974-1975 Captain: H. Norton Vice-Captain: C. R. London Supervisor: Mr. S. Persaud

A n o th e r backboard and stand was acquired, but this will have to be repaired due to the old style of the one now on it.

Basketball has had a reasonably good year and many of our hopes which were stipulated in the last report (7 1 —'72) have come to pass.

Our court was fully marked out enabling the school team to practise properly for the Inter-School League.

Firstly, the backboard which was in the dining-hall was removed and put on the eastern wall of the cycle shed. We then acquired a proper surface to play on, when with the help of the Ministry of Works our entire driveway and parade square were sheeted with bitumen.

For the school league, a coach was appointed by the Guyana Amateur Basketball Association. He was Mr. G. Jones of the Eagles Basketball Club. He did an excellent job in preparing the team fo r th e in te r -s c h o o l b a s k e tb a ll competition.

In the competition we played well; losing only to Mackenzie High School in the semi-finals.

The standard of Q C. basketball is

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THE 1976 INTER-SCHOOL CHESS TOURNAMENT A t the end of the eleventh round of the Round Robin to u rn a m e n t/ played for the selection o f the Queen's College team to participate in the inter-school championships, Rabindranauth Sawh; Colin Broomes and Andrew Chin were selected to play on Boards one, two and three respectively. The selection of the Board four play was pausing Mr. Jaggernauth some problems. There were two likely candidates competing for this position, Rajendra Persaud and Lalishwar Ramgopal. Both of these players were talented, but Rajendra had the edge because he was in superb form, whereas Ramgopal was not playing at his best. It was^finally decided that Persaud would play Board four and Ramgopal was asked to be the reserve.

Six schools, Queen's College, Indian Education Trust, West Demerara Government Secondary, Bladen Hall Multilateral, East Ruimveldt and S t Rose's entered the competition. The tournament was a five-round (all play all) competition. Four points were awarded for a win, two for a draw and one to a defeated player.

The first round was played on the 8th August, 1976 at 9 a.m. In this round, Queen's College opposed Bladen Hall Multilateral. The College's Board two, three and four players made short work of their opponents and by the end of the first hour, Queen's College had twelve points from three games with R. Singh's Game yet to be completed. A fter the first hour, this game between T. Rodney and R. Singh (now an official of the Queen's College Chess Club) was evenly balanced.

Within the next hour, R. Singh began to lose his grip on the game, Rodney went

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up a pawn in the game. Singh eventually lost the end game. Nevertheless, it was an enterprising struggle. This game between Rodney and Singh was the best played in the Queen's College — Bladen Hall encounter, from which Queen's College secured 13 pts and Bladen Hall 7 pts. In the other matches, Indian Education Trust obtained 13 pts. from their match against West Demerara Government which received 7 pts; East Ruimveldt received 16 pts. from St. Rose's who obtained 3 pts.

Round two was played at 4 p.m. the same day. In this round. Queen's College played East Ruimveldt Government, Education Trust, opposed S t Rose's and West Demerara played Bladen Hall. In the match against East Ruimveldt, Queen's College secured maximum points. Colin Broomes, Andrew Chin and Rajendra Persaud won early in their encounters, but R. Singh had to wait a while longer in his game against national player Patrick Wharton. This game was probably the best of the tournament and after a long agonising struggle, Singh won. In the other encounters, Indians defeated St. Rose's 3 — 1 and West Demerara defeated Bladen Hall by 2% games to 1%. So at die end of the second round, the points standing was: Queen's College Indians East Ruimveldt West Demerara Bladen Hall S t Rose's

— 29 — 26 — 19 — 18 — 14 — 11

points points points points points points

Round three was played on the 9th August, 1976 at 9 a.m. In this round Queen's College came up against Indians in what was reckoned to be the match of

the tournament The other matches were between East Ruimveldt and Bladen Hall and West Demerara and St. Rose's. In their match, Queen's College secured 11 points and Indians 8 points. On Board one, R. Singh lost to Naseeb Khan by playing the Sicilian Defence, quite the opposite to the result in his encounter with Wharton when he won against the Sicilian. On Board tw o, Broomes once again won his game whilst on Board four Rajendra Persaud also won. On Board three, Andrew Chin played a very good game to earn a draw against Majeed. In the other encounters, East Ruimveldt obtained 13 points against Bladen Hall who obtained 7 points. West Demerara received TO points from their clash against St. Rose's, who also received 10 points. A t the end o f round three, the points standing was: Queen's College Indians East Ruimveldt West Demerara Bladen Hall St. Rose's

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40 34 32 28 21 21

points points points points points points

Round four was played on the 10th August at 9 a.m. In this round, Queen's College was scheduled to play West Demerara, East Ruimveldt — Indians; and St. Rose's— Bladen Hall.

In the match Queen's College vs.

West Demerara, C. Broomes played well to chalk up the first game out-classing Yasin, who was until then, unbeaten in the tournament On Bbard three, Andrew Chin lost bis first game of the tournament to Stevenson after a remarkable game in which Chin found himself in trouble from the start and never really recovered.

On Board one, Singh offered a draw (after being in a winning position), to D. Khan when he felt that Queen's was already in a winning position. D. Khan accepted the draw willingly (of course).

On Board four, the longest game of the tournament was in progress, between R. Persaud and R. Edinboro. The game lasted for eighty-seven moves and was eventually won by R. Persaud after Edinboro allowed three chances of a draw to go by. This win helped Queen's College to receive 11 points whereas West Demerara obtained 8 points.

In the other games, Indians obtained 13 points, with N. Khan losing his only game in the tournament to Patrick Wharton. East Ruimveldt received 7 points for their efforts. In the match between Bladen Hall and S t Rose's Bladed Hall received 6 pts. whilst S t Rose's received 13 pts. The points standing at the end of this round was: Queen's College Indians East Ruimveldt West Demerara St. Rose's Bladen Hall

— 51 — 47 — 39 — 36 — 34 — 27

points points points points points points

Round five was played at 4 p.m. the same day. In this round the fixtures were: Queen's College vs. St. Rose's Indians vs. Bladen Hall West Demerara vs. East Ruimveldt.

In the Queen's C o lle g e -S t. Rose's encounter Rajendra Persaud and Miss C. Gomes played the shortest game in the tournament in which Persaud emerged victorious to end the competition on an unbeaten streak. He had scored the maximum 20 pts.

Colin Broomes also ended the competition w ithout losing or drawing a game and also ended with a maximum of 20 pts.

A. Chin and R. Singh also won their games and Queen's College obtained 16 pts. whilst S t Rose's had 4 pts. from this encounter.

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In the match Indians vs. Bladen Hall, Indians scored 16 pts. and Bladen Hall 4 pts. West Demerara scored 14 pts. against East Ruimveldt which had 5 pts. from this encounter.

This round marked the end of the competition. Queen's College had won yet again (for the umpteenth time).

The final results were: 1st Queen's College 2nd Indian Education Trust College 3rd West Demerara Government Secondary 4th East Ruimveldt Government Secondary 5th St. Rose's Convent 6th Bladen Hall Multilateral

67 60 53 44 38 31

For Queen's College contributions came from: 1. C. Broomes who scored the

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maximum 20 pts and won the Board two prize.

2. R. Persaud, who also scored the maximum 20 pts and won the Board four prize. These board prizes were given to the best player on each board.

3. R. Singh contributed 12 pts. whilst A Chin contributed 15 pts.

The Board one prize went to N. Khan (Indians) and the board three.prize went to M. Majeed, also from Indians.

This win gave Queen's a third lieu on the Royal Bank Trophy and thus a win outright. Queen's also secured a lieu in the Beautiful Guyana Rice Board Trophy, which presumably, will be in possession of Queen's College in 1978.

Rajendra Persaud, 5B.

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CHESS CLUB REPORT 1975-1976 The last school year was a highly successful one. During the Christmas Term, the Junior and Senior Championships were held. L. Ramgopal won the Junior Tournament. Colin Broomes was second and Ravindranauth Sawh was adjudged the promising first former.

In the interest of Chess at Queen's College, the five top juniors — L. Ramgopal, C. G. Broomes, D. M. Sawh, R. N. Sawh and S. Sukhnandan were allowed to play in the senior tournament.

The senior tournament was won. by Michael Chan with D. J. Barker as runner-up.

During the Easter Term, the Inter-House Championship tournament was held. The Austin House Team o f M. P. Chan, D. J. Barker and G. Chung-a-Fung won the tournament Cummingham House Team — R. P. Singh, W. R. A. George and C. G. Broomes was second.

M. Etwaroo (" E " House) D. J. Barker ("C " House) and C. G. Broomes (" K " House) played unbeaten in the Inter-House tournament, having done so the previous year.

A t the end of the July Term, in an effort to determine who should be

selected to represent the school in the 1976 Secondary Schools Championship, twelve students — C. G. Broomes, S. A. Fries, E. A. R. Chin, R. Persaud, P. M. Persaud, G. Chung-a-Fung, L. Ramgopal. D. M. Sawh, R. N. Sawh, P. Jagdeo, P. Valz and M. Ramgopal were asked to play in a Round Robin tournament Colin Broomes won, E. A. Chin was second, S. A. Fries was third and R. Persaud fourth. On the basis of these results, C. Broomes, E. A. R. Chin, R. Persaud along with the captain R. P. Singh, were selected to represent Queen's College in the Inter-Secondary Schools tournament. L. Ramgopal was named reserve.

Queen's College won the tournament without conceding a match.

Queen's College secured the first lieu on the Guyana Rice board trophy, which will be won outright by the first school to secure three lieus. The school was also presented with the Royal Bank of Canada Cup. Two members of the team won all their games — Colin Broomes (playing on Board 2) and Rajendra Persaud (Board 4).

Michael Chan, Senior Champion and D. J. Barker (Senior runner-up) did not represent the school because they were out of the country.

M.P. Chan President

QUEEN’S COLLEGE BADMINTON CLUB REPORT FOR

1974-1976

Supervisors

Captain Vice-Captain Treasurer Secretary

— M r. Mangal; Mr. M. M. B. Jaggemauth; Mr. T. W. Qittens — W. Holder — M. Plummer — M. Lowe — R. Lee

For the past year, badminton has played an inactive part in the realm o f sports at Queen's College. This was because the interest in the sport was low.

Badminton was classified as a "sissy" game which lo o ked ' easy to play. Even though the number of players in the school was small, it was difficult to find accommodation for all of them on one court, i.e. the court in the dining-hall.

Players complained that they had to wait for half an hour to get a game and by that time they had to go home. However, it cannot be said that we have not tried.

As the game progressed in the country, it was found that more and more students were taking interest in the game. This added to the confusion on the court in the dining-hall. Fortunately, someone had the good sense to mark out tw o more courts in the main hall which we were permitted to use. This has taken some of the strain o ff our backs, but there are still other obstacles which have yet to be overcome.

Badminton equipment in Guyana, though purchased duty-free, is still a rather expensive commodity. Players who cannot afford to buy racquets have to

borrow from somewhere and school racquets are not available to everybody.

Shuttle-cocks do not last long enough and it is found that the supply quickly runs o u t It is because of these problems that girls and boys turn to other sports.

It is necessary for me to criticise the interested players o f the game in school for not taking part actively in the running of the dub. There is a great lack of supervisors (students) whom we need to maintain order on the courts. I am appealing to you readers to lend us a hand; after all "many hands make light w ork."

Sometime in the middle of the year 1975, the Guyana Badminton Association held a 'B' League competition for secondary players. The Queen's College Badminton Club combined with Bishops' High School to send in three teams — A, B, and C. The 'A ' team consisted of the best players, the 'B' team of the fairly good players, and so on. The competition between teams was about even and though the 'A ' team won the League they had to fight hard all the way. Our hardest games were against Toucans and S t Stanislaus, but we were able to overcome them.

To conclude, I hope that you up-and-coming players out there will some day be good enough to represent this country.

R. Lee Secretary.

SPORTS STARS REPRESENT GUYANA AT YOUTH LEVEL Over the past year or two, there has been an upsurge of iterest in sports at Queen's College. This period o f renewed interest and objective participation was exemplified by the selection o f five (5) Queen's College Sports Stars to represent Guyana in the Inter-Guyana Games against Suriname's Youths under eighteen (18) years of age. The five were Victor Agard, Harold Norton, Richard Chin, Clive Too-Chung, and Graham Williams.

They represented the country in athletics; basketball, table tennis, athletics and football, and athletics respectively.

Victor Agard, a natural athlete, competed in the javelin and discus.

Although under tremendous pressure he won the javelin with a good throw of 154 f t 4 ins. In the discus he was edged into second place by a Suriname athlete.

Graham Williams who is a promising jumper, took part in the high jump and long jump. He won the high easily^ completely outclassing his opponents. He, however, had to be content with second place in the long jump, his leap being 20 '

6 1/ 2ins. Clive Too-Chung threw the javelin.

In this event, he came second to Victor Agard, his throw being 151 ft. 2 ins. The outstanding effort of these athletes piloted Guyana to a convincing victory in the athletic competition.

The performances of Harold Norton in basket-ball and Richard Chin in table tennis were also good. Chin, although small in size has tremendous ability. He, together with his team-mates, completely outclassed the Surinamese in the celluloid game. Norton was a member of the basketball team which won the Trophy for the first time.

The performances of these five Sports Stars should be an inspiration to other Queen's College sportsmen. Their selection came from hard work.

Let us hope that these performances are indicative of a new trend in Queen's College sports. Let us also hope that this trend is sustained so that Queen's College can return to its rightful position in secondary school sports, the top.

Sheik Sahib.

CRICKET REPORT 1974 - 1975 Captain: B. J. I. Woodroffe Vice-Captain: T. A. Jackman Supervisors: Messrs. S. Sheogobind, A. Majeed, T. P. Permashwar The 1975 season for Q.C. started with the same old problems â&#x20AC;&#x201D; old boys withdrawing from the team and 5th and 6th formers stopping o ff for exams.

After some serious consideration we withdrew from the Northcote Cup Competition on being unable to find a proper team to play. We played in the Wight Cup Competition and at the end of the 1st half of the season we had completed seven matches of which we lost three two of them on 1st innings, won one on 1st innings and gained a walk over in the other; totalling 10 points.

In the first round of the competition, a fine innings of 73 by Mr. S. Sheogobind failed to save us from defeat against the G .D.F. But our fortunes changed in the third round when after being 18 for four we reached 143 owing to a fine innings of 68 by R. P. Brutus and 42 by T. Agard.

This pair added exactly 100 runs for the fifth wicket and we won this match on first innings. Performing well in this match also was V . Agard who captured 7 wickets for 28 runs.

in the final round of this competition we had a brilliant display o f batting by our number 3 batsman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; T. Jackman who scored an undefeated 144 which i included 20 blistering boundaries.

We also played in the 'Under 19' competition for the Barclays Bank Cup, but lost all three of our matches. Only one good score was recorded ahd that was 61 by B. Woodroffe against Indian Education Trust College in the first match.

In the 'Under 16' competition we played four matches, winning two and losing the other two. Again Jackman displayed his batting ability scoring 70 and 43 in two of the matches. Our bowlers stood out here with A. Dwarka on two occasions capturing 5 wickets and S. Braithwaite also getting 5 on one occasion.

In closing, I would like to comment on the umpiring in the 'Under 19' competition, which was of a very low standard. I hope that something is done about this in the future, for it is proving to be discouraging to our team.

B. Woodroffe,(Captain)

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VOLLEY-BALL. Left to Right: Front Row: J. Ragnauth, R. Boxhitl, A.Goorbarry. P. Patterson.

Standing: H. Norton (Capt.), M. Plumm er, Ramsingh, Griffith.

CHESS Left to Right: Front Row: Etwaroo, A. Cappel, R. Singh.

Standing: Mr. M. M. B. Jaggemauth, Mr. Chand, M. P. Chan.

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TABLE-TENNI Left to Right: Front Row: O. Romeo, I. Usman, Moore, E. Lowe, R. Chin.

Standing:

C. Boilers, E. George, D. Owen, L. Headley, A. Valz, B. Dyer.

LAWN TENNIS. Left to Right: G. Adams, P. Adams, F. Bacchus (Capt), M. P. Chan J. Walker.

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T H E L IT E R A R Y A N D D E B A T IN G S O C IE T Y R E P O R T F O R 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5 In the Christmas term, the steering committee comprising Messrs. Ramgopal, Woo Iford, DeFreitas and Jagan attempted to resuscitate the almost forgotten House Debating Competition. The competition was last run o ff in 1970 and had become like many features of our school, an anachronism and a memory. It is sad to relate that it still remains so. Five Houses out of the ten within the school were found to have the talent to take part and the remaining five joined the silent majority of onlookers. Queen's College can do without such a majority. The Competition thus floundered upon the rocks of the dying House spirits and was abandoned after a futile and irritating start.

T h e Elocution competition still remains behind the mothy web of time and there are indications that it will remain there for a longer time.

In August term of 1975 we entered two teams into the Patrick Dargan Debating Competition; the 'B' comprising Messrs. Persaud, S. R. Ramgopal, V. B.r and Ramkarran, B. while the 'A ' was composed of Messrs. Woolford, E., Harris, W. and Hinds, P. V. The guiding and inspirational supervision offered by Mrs. Rickford, aided and abetted by Mr.

Rickford, cannot be excluded from the story of success that followed. The 'B' team was d ra w n to oppose the Republicans and won easily. The 'A ' team met S t Stanislaus 'A ' team at the latter's college and in an evening marked by excellent rhetoric and easy eloquence we lost by one of those inexplicable decisions t h a t m ust have urged Shakespeare to write of humanity: 'where ignorance is bliss 'tis fo lly to be wise'. A team consisting of Messrs.

Woolford, Ramgopal and Bindley-Taylor was then formed and with an almost contemptuous ease demolised Transport's and with eager enthusiasm awaited the future. The Dargan Competition was postponed and for some inexplicable and irrational cause no reason was given and Queen's lost what would surely have been a great opportunity to win the Dargan Shield.

The more I think of our past success, of the days when Queen's produced speakers o f renown, the more I am urged to hope fo r better things. To the new committee I wish you 'bon voyage'. Best of luck and may the Literary and Debating Society rise like a phoenix from out o f its present ashes.

Yours truly,

V. B. Ramgopal

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L IT E R A R Y A N D D E B A T IN G S O C IE T Y R E P O R T F O R 1975-1976 President Chairman Vice-President Honourable Members Supervisors

For the academic year 1975 — 1976 this society shifted its programme away from the usual Debating competitions that were held in the past. Instead, a Speech competition was held which in addition to improving the competitors' own speech served to open the minds of the audience to a variety of topics. The most stimulating of these appeared to be 'Alcoholism', delivered by P. G. Small.

However, Richard Lee got the edge over Small in his delivery, poise, voice control and audience approval when he spoke on 'Discipline' in Queen's College.

Competitors were chosen from all sections of the school and even girls from th e first forms took part. Sharon Dookram of IA was in fact the first girl student of Queen's College ever to address the school. She was given a special prize by the society. C. Locke o f the same form also did quite well in her

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— B. V. Rambihar — J. Dey — J. Martin — R. Lee, P. G. Small — C. Locke — Mrs. Dash, Mr. Singh, — Miss Trot?, Mr. Wailoo, — Mr. Robinson.

Age group o f the competition. Mention must also be made of John Dey, Anglin and H. Persaud, all of whom did quite well in the competition.

A t the closing day of the Christmas T erm , 1 9 7 5 , a ra t h e r elaborate programme was planned and executed by the society., T h e fin a lis ts of the competition once again competed for the first, second and third positions which were won by Lee, Small and Locke respectively. Mrs. Robinsorrwas invited to deliver the prizes and she made a brief but stirring speech. The President, Brian Rambihar, then made some general comments on the entire competition and finally, Chairman John Dey moved the vote of thanks. The competition was on the whole highly interesting, educational and enjoyable.

Brian R am bihar President.

D IS C IP L IN E A T Q U E E N â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COLLEGE I would like to speak to you this morning about discipline, particularly in Queen's College. Ever so often we hear people speaking about discipline, but we ourselves have only a vague idea about it.

What really is discipline? What is its purpose? Why is it necessary for us to be disciplined?

Discipline has been defined as 'Training o f the Mind'. This produces c o n t r o l, orderliness, obedience and co-operative minds. In other words, a disciplined organisation is one which is well-ordered and efficient, its members work diligently in co-operation with each other, and go by the rules set out for their guidance. Thus, in any organisation which claims to have a high standard of discipline, these essential characteristics must be evident You may say, however, what has this to do with us? Almost everyone in authority over us is strict and ensures that we obey the rules. If you call that discipline you are wrong, totally wrong.

The standard o f discipline in Queen's College is abominably low, and it is difficult to imagine its having ever been lo w e r.

H a r d ly any self-control is exercised. Disorder;!iness, disobedience and non-co-operation are the watch hands o f many of us, especially the older students.

Rules are broken without a second thought and inefficiency is not only among the students.

I think that we fail to realise that we are badly influenced by persons who persist in trying to attract attention to themselves. These bad, influences must be reformed or they will encourage others in the wrong direction.

If we kept this in mind, we would realise that what we do affects our reputation, the reputation of our Form, House or School, and we should strive to be the best and to be disciplined at all tim e s .

Eventually, discipline would become a state of mind, a part o f us. We would do the right things naturally, with no need for slave-drivers* behind us saying "Look, you are a big chap, behave yourself", or "Report to Room 16 this afternoon". On the contrary, we should speak quietly at all times, respect authority, and project a good image to outsiders.

Queen's College is not only a school, it is an institution, a pace-setter, whatever we do others surely follow, and so it is our duty to set an example in this error of discipline so that others can emulate us, so that a new image of Queen's College can be p r o je c te d to the public.

R e m e m b e r, disciplined persons are respected in any society. Thank you.

The following Speech by R. Lee was adjudged winner in the Speech Competition.

C A D E T C O R P S 1 9 7 4 -1 9 7 5 Officer- in-Command — Officer-Cadet — T. Mahon C o m p a n y Sergeant-Major — — H. Nelson Company Quarter-Master Sergeant — Sgt M. Karimullah Platoon Sergeants — Sgt. G. Williams — Sgt. D. Fraser — Sgt. E. Hyles

The departure of most of the senior Non-Commissioned Officers left a vacuum in the administration of the Cadet Corps.

However, Warrant Officer T. Mahon, an old boy of QC. who is on the reserve strength of the G. D F. attached to the Cadet Corps, with his.immense wealth of experience, ably guided the relatively inexperienced senior NCO's through their initial task of rebuilding the falling image of the Cadet Corps.

The training of recruits, who num­ bered some sixty-odd at the beginning of the academic yearybegan in Octo­ ber 1974. For reasons mentioned above their training programme was some­ what limited to foot drills, weapon training, map reading, basic rescue and first aid, and physical training. We encountered difficulties in trying to acquire the uses of the shooting ranges at Timehri. Consequently there was no rifle shooting for the year.

The Cadet Corps, as in the previous years, participated in the Remembrance Day parade, the Republic night torchlight parade and the youth week parade. In addition we held a guard-of-honour

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on Speech Day and during the Republic week celebrations in school. Twelve cadets formed part of the procession of the "Way to the Cross" enacted by some catholic youths from CCY under the supervision of Father Bernard Gardner.

The Cadet Corps takes great pride in announcing that thirty-three cadets successfully completed a 26-mile walk from Timehri to Queen's College on the night of 8th March with Mk IV rifles. The walk was arduous and ended with blisters, but like the disciplined body we are we comfortably achieved this unique feat in just under eight hours.

To the Cadets, I say continue the admirable work you have been doing fo r the past year; and to those who are leaving school I am sure that their experiences in the Cadet Corps will serve them well in the future. The Cadet Corps has always been a vibrant organisation in Queen's College* Let us strive to attain further heights.

S gt M. A. Karim ullah for C. S. M. H. R. Nelson.

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Q U E E N ’S C O L L E G E E D U C A T IO N A L T O U R CLUB REPORT YEAR 1974-1975 President Vice-President/ Secretary Treasurer C/tee Members Supervisors

— R. Bacchus — O. P. Surujballi — V. Persaud — C. Clarke — D. Cyrus — Mr. Matheson, Mr. Rampaul and Mr. Seth.

The academic year 1974 — 1975 was one of great activity and success for the Qieen's College Educational Tour Club.

When the above executive body was elected at the beginning of the Christmas Term, the club was dormant and its activities were unheard of by the majority of the members of the school. To curb this ipVoblem th e executive body immediately began planning several short tours to places of interest in and around Georgetown. These tours were given wide publicity throughout the school. Many people were also approached individually and encouraged to join the club and take part in its activities.

The response, from the lower school especially, was heartening. Membership of the club soared above all expectations and th e clu b boasted its largest membership ever. Tours were frequently conducted and were well attended. Tours of interest included the Lighthouse, Cable and Wireless, Ltd., Banks D IH , Sprostons and many other places.

A t this time also the idea of having a Christmas Camp was brought up. This

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idea met with approval and in due course a trip was planned. During the Christmas holidays a one-week camp was held at Camp Jubilee, Timehri, and was a tremendous success.

During the Easter Term the President, due to pressure of work resigned and 0 .

P. Surujballi was duly elected to fill this post There were several new members also on the executive committee, namely V. Behari and V. Madramootoo.

The activities for this term consisted of quite a few tours to places out of Georgetown, seeing that we had already visited most of the places of major interest in Georgetown and its environs.

Tours were conducted to Guybau, Kuru-Kuru College, Guyana School of Agriculture, Timehri Airport and to Guyana Refrigerators, Limited.

A t this time, it was noticed that as exam inations approached th e membership decreased and the activities of the club were somewhat reduced.

During the August Term few tours were organised and even fewer members a t t e n d e d these. Consequently the activities of the club were slowly brought to a halt as examinations were near.

Eventually the curtain was brought down on a very successful educational and enjoyable year for the Queen's College Educational Tour Club.

Before I conclude this report, I would like to thank the Guyana Defence Forde

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and other organisations who provided transportation for us on our long tours.

Thanks must also go out firstly to the Q ueen's College Office Staff for their kind co-operation throughout the year, secondly to the supervisors of the club fo r t h e i r constant help and advice, and'lastly to each and every member of

the school who supported us over the year.

Keep up your support and may the Club enjoy many more years of activity.

O.P.M. S urujballi, for President.

Q U E E N â&#x20AC;?S C O L L E G E S C IE N C E S O C IE T Y President Vice-President Treasurer Public Relations Officer Project/Activities Co-ordinator Committee Members

- M .C h a n - G. A. Mook Sang - P. S. Akai - B. R. Karran - A. DeFreitas - N. Jagan & S. Dey

The activities of this Society were somewhat restricted during this academic year. The school seems to be passing through a stage where its members are for the most part, lackadaisical. This prevailing attitude resulted in the lack of participation in die activities organised by the society.

During the first term the few meetings were poorly attended. The only film show organised was, however, an overwhelming success.

The stage was

jam-packed with students eager to see the films provided by the U.S.I.S. In the second term, another film show was held, this too being a success.

Again the meetings were poorly attended.

Members o f the committee also helped in preparing and running the booth of Queen's College for the G.A.P.E. exhibition held at the Sophia Exhibition Site.

In conclusion, the Science Society has been able to function, but only barely so. More participation from all sectors of the school is needed. I hope that the upcoming committee will obtain a more satisfactory response from the scientifically minded members of the school.

M. Chan, G. A. M ook Sang.

Q U E E N ’S C O L L E G E H I N D U S O C IE TY R EP O R T A C A D EM IC YEAR 1 9 7 4 -1975 — Vishwas Persaud President Vice-President/ — Om Prakash SurujSecretary baili Treasurer — Lutchman Premsukh C/tee Members — (1) Sankat — (2) D. Persaud — (3) V . Roy (4) D. Mahadeo — Mr. Deopersaud, Supervisors Mrs. Sukhai, Mr. D. Singh.

The activities of the Queen's College Hindu Society commenced for the year '74 — 75' when the above executive body was elected on 3rd October, 1974.

Items on the programme for the Chr i stmas T e r m included lectures d e l i v e re d by vari ous p r o m i n e n t personalities in the Hindu Community, films lent by the Indian High Commission and the main highlight — a joint schools' religious Diwali function which was held in the Queen's College auditorium. This show was a resounding success and was planned and presented by the members of the various Hindu societies from the

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Se c on d a r y schools in and around Georgetown. The society also had the opportunity to raise some funds for the treasury by running the Queen's College tuck-shop one evening when there was a function in the hall.

Anyway, the Easter Term's activities commenced with a religious ceremony. A 'Cultural Evening' held in March featured prominently. The public was invited to this show, which was held in the auditorium and the proceeds were used to extend the society's library.

During the term, the society was instrumental in the formation of the 'Jo in t Hindu Students Council', an organisation formed by the students of the Hindu Societies in the Secondary schools.

The tw o Queen's College representives were the president and the secretary. The Joint Hindu Students Council then held several functions to celebrate the various festivals on the Hindu calendar. Among these were Shiri Ratri and a Phagwah celebration held on the S t Joseph's Patio.

Vishwas Persaud

H IN D U S O C IE T Y REPO RT FOR T H E YEAR 1975-1976 President Vice-President/ Secretary Treasurer Supervisors

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— V. Singh — M. C. S. Singh — C. A. Bidessi — Mrs. Sukhai — Mr. Deopersaud — Mr. D. Singh

The year '75 — '76 cannot be said to be a very successful year for the Hindu Society.

Many p r obl e ms wer e encountered from time to time, and these were mainly responsible for the Society's failure to live up to its previous reputation.

Activities got started rather late, due to the usual? late arrival of the Lower-sixth formers. The new executive body, consequently, had very little time to organise a Diwali celebration and we had to be contented with a simple Havan ceremony in conjunction with several other schools.

T h e li brary however, went on smoothly. Several new books were bought to improve the quality and variety of the material available. Film shows were rare due to the unavailability of a projector. As Phagwah approached, the society gained a lot of momentum.

Attendance at meetings improved dramatically. Plans were being made to h o ld a fu n ctio n to commemorate Phagwah. After a lot of hard work on the part of the society and its dutiful

supervisor Mrs. Sukhai, we were able to have a very e n j o y a b l e Phagwah celebration in the dining hall. The other Hindu societies in and ar o u nd Georgetown were invited and the guest speaker was Pandit Reepu Daman Persaud. Our Headmaster who was also present, congratulated the Hindu society in a feature address, and promised his support in the future.

After this, interest on the part of the members waned co n s id'erably.

Attendance dropped from a maximum sixty to a meagre twenty and sometimes even less. The Hindu society continued in this fashion for the remainder of the year, punctuated by occasional lectures and religious ceremonies.

This year saw the formation of the secondary schools' Hindu Council, comprising about thirteen schools in and around Georgetown, including Queen's College. This council co-ordinates the activities of the member societies and plans activities on a much larger scale than any one school is capable of.

In the new year and all the years to come, I hope that all Hindus in Queen's College will give their support to the Hindu society, in order to make it a vibrant one. After all, it is they who stand to benefit.

Munesh C. Singh.

Vice-President/Secretary.

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S O C IE T Y R EP O R T 1974-1975 Committee Members Mr. Mangal Mr. F. Duncan S. Singh W . P in k e rto n R. Forde

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Supervisor President Vice-President Treasurer Secretary

The year 1974 marked what might be called the "crisis" period for the Bible CJub at GUeen's College. The attendance at the Club was at its lowest, those attending being the "die-hards" — those who belonged to the society not because there were benefits to be gained from belonging or because they needed the society, but because the society needed them. Names like Dashri, Edward Leon, and Mac can never be separated from any report concerning the survival of the soci et y. T h e y worked hard, they sacrificed time and pleasure, but in the end, they survived and did not depart though some did —, at least for the present time — from the Source of Life.

Films were shown, tapes were played, a concert was organised.

The films attracted the most people — people like films. The society did not grow appreciably, however.

The academic year '74 — '75, beginning from around October, marked a revival in the Society. Plans were made,

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s u ppl i cat i ons were made to God. Posters, flashy ones, could be seen around the school. The society grew, the Bible Club had begun its climb upwards.

Students from other Secondary Schools assisted, they came and they helped.

They helped to establish the Society.

What about the future? It's brightl The boys are working and will be working even harder, sharing gospel tracts, witnessing to their friends, putting up posters, doing their best Their hope lies not in themselves or in their abilities, but in the Lord. For it is the Lord's work.

The Society will be penetrating the school not expecting, or rather, waiting for the boys to attend on Friday afternoons, but going to meet the boys throughout the week.

Our Aim? — that boys might know that there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, who died to enable man to establish a relationship with God; T o Jet boys know that there is more to life than just success and pleasure, and also to help boys to fulfil their Spiritual Needs.

Frederick Jordon Duncan .

(President!.

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President Vice-President Secty./Treasurer C/tee Members Supervisor The above-named committee was elected to steer the Geographical Society through one of its most difficult years.

Despite this fact, the committee made something of a success of it.

To begin with, the Committee began canvassing for members throughout the school and succeeded, in that far the first few meetings of the society, there were no less than thirty persons present The year's activities were more or less co-ordinated by the Secretary/Treasurer as the president was very occupied with his 'O ' Levels. We began with a geographical quizz for the first and second formers. The quizz was won by Raghubir of 2C, second was Jackman of 2B.

- R. Ramrattan — B. V. Rambihar — H. Persaud - B. Doobay, B. Balram, R. Muneshwer — Mr. W. Ranjeesingh A successful tour was conducted to the Demerara Tobacco Company early in the Easter Term and at the end of that term, another tour was conducted to the Parliament Buildings. A tour was organised for the Guyana Refrigerators, L td but had to be cancelled at the last minute, because of a breakdown in communication between officials and members.

Thanks to the personnel at the U.S.I.S. office, we were able to bring off a few film shows after school.

The Geographical Society has had a most successful year and we look forward to a more eventful one in 1976.

H. PERSAUD for President.

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H IS T O R IC A L S O C IE T Y I regret to say that the society is sadly lacking in members. Whether or not this is due to a lack o f interest in history I cannot, say.

A t the beginning of the term, we had Mr. C. Jagan here on invitation to deliver a lecture, which I must say was very weU attended by members of the Upper school.

A t the next meeting, however, there was virtually no supporters. We had a film show in the latter part of last term and the stage was packed with boys.

the progress of this Society. In an institution such as Queen's College, the Historical Society is extremely important, since, as a society, it is able to contribute towards knowledge of our social and political environment. It needs more co-operation from the members of Qjeen's College at meetings.

There has been little activity this term because of the G.C.E. examinations which have had a lot of the more senior boys occupied. We hope to get more co-operation in the future.

It seems to me that the lack of co-operation from the school is hindering

Prefect Yhann.

(President).

LIB R A R Y R E P O R T During the academic year 1974 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1975, the student membership of the Queen's Col l ege library increased considerably. As a result, the demand for new and mor e books showed a corresponding increase.

For a start, hundreds of new books were bought with student-subscriptions and a book-binding committee was set up. This committee consisted of a staff of library monitors headed by B. V. Rambihar. Much work was done and the librarian, Mr. Johnson, showed his interest and offered helpful advice to the committee.

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the library was made available to students during the mid-days. This facility was effectively used by students studying for the G.C.E. 'O' Levels which was at the time not far away.

During the last term of this academic year (74 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; '75), Miss Trotz, the new library supervisor, showed her great administrative ability in the reorganisation of the actual mechanics of the library. She needs to be congratulated for the part she has played.

Our library was born a long time ago and will continue to serve its purpose for a long time in the future.

B. V. Rambihar

H O U S E - R E P O R T S . 1 9 7 4 - ’7 5 PERCIVAL HOUSE "A " House Master Assistant House Master Head of House Deputy Head o f House House Prefects

— Mr. Majeed — Mr. Ranjeesingh — Vinode B. Ramgopal — R. Dyalsingh — Ramsingh, S. R. D. Insanally. S. Deane, N. N. Jagan, J. Fung-a-Fat V. Agard

The school has always expected much from. " A " House and maybe any year in which it has not brought first in everything may be classified as failure.

Percival participated in the abandoned House Cricket Competition and though we did not show the skill that made us previous champions, we did show grit and determination, in the face of much stronger teams, which is so much a feature in our house. It was not a performance we could boast of, but neither was it one that lost us face. There was a number of very good individual performances and the House commends Messrs. Deane, Agard, Ramsingh and Ellis for their performances.

In the abandoned Debating Competition, Percival was doing quite well, but again our luck was out; and the terminated competition led to much disillusionment In the Inter-House Hockey Competition we advanced to the

RED semi-finals demolishing "C " and " E " Houses, who dared to attempt to hinder us. We however, lost to " F " House and although we have never offered excuses, one is liable to believe that had our star players Pollard and Roberts been present the result would have been different Our greatest disappointment came in the Athletics Competition. There was however one outstanding feature Victor Agard's performance. He literally demolished all competition in the open department He was without doubt the outstanding figure of the meeting.

Percival applauds him for his performance. The house also commends Archer and Caldeira of the under-13 boys division. Charles who barely missed the under-15 division and Fung-a-Fat who was our sole representative in the under-17 division.

Finally, I wish to thank the house for their co-operation however limited it was. I wish the new 'Head o f House', S. R. D. Insaanally, success in his endeavours and I extend similar wishes to the house.

To those members of the house who are leaving forever, take with you what you have learnt while you were here. It is an enviable bequest Forever Onward Percival, success will ever be ours.

Thanks everyone!

Vinode B. Ramgopal, Head of House.

RALEIGH H O U S E 1 9 7 4 - 1 9 7 5 "B " House Master Assistant House Masters Head of House Deputy Head of House House Prefect

N A V Y BLUE

— Mr. J. A. Gopaul — Mr. J. Matheson — Mr. V. Rampaul — A . J. K. Cappel - E. M. J. Ford - M. A lly

The beginning of the year saw the house stricken with a disease which has since turned chronic: that of the lack of House Spirit. With the arrival, however, of the dynamic and determined Mr. Matheson, the situation took a turn for the better. We managed to place other than last on sports day, and in addition we brought o ff one o f the best Christmas parties, something which was not done for quite some years.

A t the beginning of the calendar year, a new Head of House and Deputy were elected. However, the problem

which now affected the house was the reluctance of the senior members to co-operate . . . The members of the lower school were the only ones to represent the house in any activity. The hockey team which consisted almost entirely of junior members, performed creditably. In the chess c o m p e t i t i o n the team also performed well and so did both of the cricket teams. We lost in the first round of the debating competition, but recently p e r f o r m e d creditably in the chess competition, thanks to S. Forbes and A. Roy. We were narrowly beaten by 'C' House which prevented us going through to the semi-finals.

In closing it is my most sincere opinion that unless the situation is radically changed, the house will become an anachronism.

A Cappel, Head of House.

R A L E IG H H O U S E 1 9 7 5 -1 9 7 6 "B " House Master

N A V Y BLUE

- Mr. Rampaul

Assistant House Masters— Mr. Hoyte, Mrs. Godette (F.M.) Head of House

— A. Cappel

House Prefect

— M. Forde

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resounding note with, for the first time, girls becoming members of Raleigh House. Mr. Rampaul, as House Master, welcomed .them to B-House with the hope that their presence and the competition they may be able to offer, would serve as an incentive for the boys to work harder. Heartening plans and pledges were made by juniors and seniors alike in the way of participation in all House events.

Our greatest delight came in the Annual Inter-House Athletics Championships in which we placed an honourable sixth. Here we relied heavily on the juniors for most of our points.

Specific mention must be made o f the part played by the girls, for it was they who brought some glory to a degrading B-House.

We extend our sincere congratulations to D. Springer who emerged Champion Girl in the under-13 group. We must also shower praise on S. Da Costa, C. Locke and F. Scott for their contribution and it is hoped that with more practice they would improve their standards.

What success evaded us in track and fi eld events were compensated

academically. In the Work Competition we gained a respectable fourth and were singled out for special praise by the Headmaster for our efforts.

good and upliftment of the House. Let participation be a collective effort in which it is an honour to represent the House.

In concluding, therefore, I would like to extend to those who remain in B-House, to work even harder for the

Gordon W. A Richards, fo r A Cappel (Head of House 1975 - 1976).

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HOUSE REPORT 1974-1975

House Master Assistant House Masters Head of House Deputy Head of House House Prefects

- GREEN — Mr. T. Permashwar.

— Mr. Seepersaud, Mr. Sheogobind — M. P. Chan — P. Akai — Ragnauth, T. Chan, D. Barker.

This year was a rather quiet one for A us t i n House and a l t hough we participated in all inter-House activities and performed creditably, we could have done better. Standards have dropped over the years and members of the House are not trying hard enough. However, Austin House is still a House with a great name (being named after the first Headmaster) and a great tradition (some of the most distinguished old boys have passed through Austin House), and if given time and if its members are adequately injected with motivation and spirit, Austin House will live up to its very high standards and tradition.

The Annual Athletics Competition was held during the Christmas term. In the Standard Trials we put up an average performance, but -should have done better. On Sports Day good performances came from Crane who specialised in the long-distance events, winning prizes in both 800 metres and 1500 metres Open Events; K. Lowe who put up a good show in the Under 15 High Jump; and our Under 13 Relay team 4 x 100 metres who came in second.

In Volleyball we were defending House Champions from 1973 to 1974, but in 1974 — 1975 we lost the C ha mp i o n s h i p t o Moulder House.

However, we are still the Senior-Cricket House Champions. Our Senior team under the captaincy of R. Bayney won the Senior Cricket Competition since

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1973 — 1974, but unfortunately the 1974 — 1975 Competition was a b a nd o n e d.

In Junior Cricket we performed creditably.

During the Christmas term 1974 a seven-a-si de Inter-House Hockey tournament was organised, and Austin House performed creditably, reaching the semi-finals, but there we were knocked out by Nobbs House. We have potential and I'm sure that we will do better next time.

Chess was one indoor game where Austin House proved its strength. We had a strong team under M. P. Chan who represented Guyana in the 1974 Ca r i b b e a n Chess Championships in Trinidad. Although we did not win the House Tournament played in May, we were runners-up, and the team of M. Chan, M. Shepherd, Q Barker and G. Chung-a-Fung put up a determined fight in th e final stage after having a not-so-good start in the Preliminaries.

This fighting spirit must be cultivated by all members of Austin House.

On 23rd. May, 1975 a House Day was organised and it was held in the Geography Room where members of the House met each other informally, eating and drinking and playing popular indoor games such as dominoes, cards and chess.

Looking back, the year was a satisfactory one with mixed fortunes, and

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I would like to express my thanks to all member s o f the House for their co-operation and support during the year.

I feel, however, that we could have done much more, so let us stick our heads and abilities together at all times, as one big fam ily should do and maintain the high

standards of work and play which we were so much accustomed to in the past.

Good luck to you all and best wishes for the future.

M IC H A EL CHAN, Head o f House.

A U S T IN H O U S E 1 9 7 5 -1 9 7 6 "C " House Masters House Prefects

— Mr. T. Permashwar — C. Bidessi (Head o f House) - N . Alii — T. Loy — E. Rahaman — S.Srivastav — L Ramkishun — V. Mahadeo — M. Lowe

In this period of time, Austin House managed to move out o f the dark doldrums that have plagued us for the past years. Though progress was made, it was only enough to move us midway between the top and the bottom. I sincerely hope that this motion is one that will move the house to the brighter spots, where all the laurels are to be found.

The beginning of this period saw the introduction of girls into the school and subsequently, into houses. The girls were shy at first, but later a few managed to co-operate, helping the house to gain distinction in the field. Perhaps the example set by these few will encourage the rest of the girls in the house to become more active in all field activities.

Academically the house managed to prove that we are a force to be reckoned with. We were the runners-up for the Work-shield, being beaten by " A " House by a narrow margin. Here again, a few females distinguished themselves as

GREEN being very consistent scholars along with the boys and in the years to come, it seems that we would be seeing the shield very often among other House trophies.

In extra-curricular activities, the house has won a few laurels though on many occasions we found ourselves in the semi-finals only to be eliminated. In the Badminton competition, Austin House led by B. Lee, N. Storey and R. Rambihar, played unbeaten. Austin House won. In Chess, helped by the immaculate D. Barker who played unbeaten, "C " House won the coveted chess cup. The house was eliminated from the semi-finals of the Cricket competition by the drawing o f lots, due to a tie between three houses. In Athletics the house was placed sixth overall, bettering the last year's performance when we were at the bottom.

In my closing remarks I think I can safely predict a bright future for Austin "C " House, but this would only be possible when every member of the house realises that he or she has a special duty to help the house to climb the ladder eventually reaching the top. In the past, it has been a regular feature to find only a few members participating for the house.

However, members of the house seem to realise the need o f the house and there are more and more persons trying to push the house to the top. I will also ask the female members to ease away their

shyness and help the males in their tremendous task.

Finally, I would like to thank all the House Masters and Prefects for their help and co-operation in lifting the house out of the dark periods and hope that the

future house members and prefects continue to co-operate for the benefit of Austin House.

C.

Bidessi,

(Head of House).

D ’U R B A N H O U S E 1 9 7 4 - 1 9 7 5 "D" - BROWN

House Master Head of House Deputy Head of House House Prefects

— Mr. R. Sahai - F. Duncan - S. Day — P. Chin, H. — H. Nelson, — A. De Freitas

" D " House forever, "D " for D'URBAN were our cries. Why should there be such cries? We had won the Annual Inter-H ouse Athletic Competition winning both the Standard Points and Over-all Shield. We deserved it We had trained hard. Nelson was our champion, the School's Open Champion, winning his races convincingly. Just to mention a few names, of boys who deserve to be mentioned: Prefect Eytle, George Norton, C. Persaud, Schwartz, Lam, and J. Dey. Our open Relay team, cross-country that is, took a minute off the record for the annual five-mile Road Race for the Haslyn Parris trophy.

The House Party came off with a bang! The boys helped, both to do work and with the serving! The Stage Society helped. They provided the music. To follow this up, a house day was also planned for the end of the term.

Our Chess team is at present in the finals of the Inter-House Chess tournament Our No. 1 player Gillette, played brilliantly, winning all of his games. The other members of the team are Prefects DeFreitas and Duncan.

Our Hockey team gave a fine performance. We reached the finals, our opponents being "L " House.

We look forward to a bright future.

We will continue to strive and do our best Frederick Jordon Duncan,

(Head of House)

PILGRIM H O U S E 1 9 7 4 - 1 9 7 5 "E " - PURPLE In the first term of the school year House Master — Mr. L H. Trotz there was little participation in house Assistant House activities and a general lack of interest Master — Mr. T. W. Gittens shown by the members of the house.

Head of House — G. A. Mook Sang Because of this, "O P ER A TIO N Section Leaders — ' A' — J. R. Hopkinson CLEAN-UP" was implemented. This - 'B'—A. R. Thomas programme was devised by Mr. T. W. - 'C -R . Etwaroo Gittens, then acting as House Master, and - 'D '-T . M. Me Kenzie was primarily aimed at regaining the interest of the members of the house in

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Under "O P E R A TIO N C LEA N-U P" the members of the house were divided into four sections, termed 'A -D ', each having a section leader, two assistants and some fifteen members.

Sections were to engage in their own activities, thereby enabling each house member to participate in some kind of activity pertaining to the house — in a closer k n it smaller group — providing a greater opportunity for individuality.

Sections were to individually organise certain activities for the entire house, and also run house meetings on certain days.

Everyone was thus totally involved.

The system has so far significantly improved the situation.

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Three house days were held, and all the members of the house participated in some way. Everyone was happy and seemed satisfied on these occasions. House days will become a monthly feature.

In sports, achievements have not been overwhelming. Whereas before, 'E '

house did not even participate, we have been able, since the implementation of the new system to field teams for every inter-house activity — hockey, cricket, chess, football.

T hi s is c e r t a i n l y a gratifying situation. With even stronger hpuse spirit and more team practice and strategy, we w i l l c e rta in ly be able to achieve something.

We have a new house master, a new sys tern o f administration, and an adequate number of interested personnel, all of whom have vast potential in every field. It is my hope that the members of the house will all unite to build the house as an institution which all will admire.

I would, in conclusion, like to thank all those persons who have in some way contributed to the smooth running o f the house. Special mention goes to Kingston, Sawh, Moore and Hendy — all o f the fourth form.

Remember: We are all involved.

G. A. MookSang

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MOULDER HOUSE "G " House Master Assistant House Master Head o f House House Prefects

— Mr. C. Yearwood — Mr. Sheogobind — M. A. Karimullah — P. A. Patterson, — A. Goorbarry, — G. Joao, E. Sills.

Moulder House continued to figure prominently in athletics as it had done in recent years. A t the completion of standard trials, our boys placed sixth with a total of forty-one points.

On behalf of all concerned, I wish to give special praise to S. Braithwaite (4B) who was first in the 100, 200, and 400 metres, winner of the long jump and fourth in triple jump. In achieving these feats he ended up being our house champion and the school's under 15 champion. We wish him continued success in the future meetings.

A Seven-a-Side inter-house Hockey competition was run o ff for the first time during the Easter Term. In the two matches we played before being knocked out we drew nil-all with Raleigh house, and lost to the very powerful Austin House. We teamed up with Percival house in a competition featuring combined Houses, only to lose in the first round to Austin and Pilgrim combined, by two goals to nil.

In this year's limited-overs cricket competition, Moulder House displayed its Superiority by demolishing Woolley House in the finals of the junior division. On the way to the finals our team disposed of Percival, Austin, Pilgrim and Cunningham Houses in typical devastating fashion.

Outstanding in this competition were team captain L Ramalho (3C)crC. Alfred (1A ), N. Jackman (1A ), B. Braithwaite (2B), J, Mathurin ( 3 0 , C. S t Romain

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PINK (3D) and A. Persaud (1B), G. S t Romain and A. Persaud were our chief wicket-takers.

The senior boys acquitted themselves creditably by winning the two matches played to date. Austin and Cunningham houses suffered defeats at our hands. Captain E. Hyles was our principal scorer and S. Braithwaite was a prolific wicket-taker. Once again team spirit helped a great deal in moulding our players into a winning u n it Our Chess team, comprising M. A. Karimullah ( L 6Arts), G. Joao (L 6 S c A ) P. A. Patterson (L 6 S c A ) and T. Duncan (4A), advanced to the semi-finals o f the first ever inter-house Chess tournam ent We finished second to Cunningham in group B by totalling eight and a half (8%) points. A t the time o f writing the first round o f the finals is yet to be played.

A t this point I would like to mention the fact that Moulder House has contributed immeasurably to the school's volley ball team. The school captain, A. Goorbarry and the other school players P. A. Patterson and Edmond Braithwaite performed creditably when playing for the school. There were other members o f the house whose contribution to the general welfare o f the school often goes unnoticed.

In this respect, I would like to mention the names o f A. Holder for his achievement in Badminton and N. J. Bissember who has served as the Deputy Head o f the stage society for the past year. I wish to thank these members who have been a credit to Moulder House. I would like, on behalf o f all Moulder House boys, to pay respect to our House-Masters without whose interest

dedication and encouragement, we would be unable to produce such good results in all our activities. To all Moulder House members, I must say that it has been a most pleasant duty serving as your head o f house. I am indeed proud to be a member of Moulder House and am

pleased at the co-operation and involvement that you so unselfishly gave to your house.

Strive to attain further heights!

M A Karim uf/ah (L 6Arts).

Head o f House

MOULDER HOUSE 1975-1976 "G " Head o f House Deputy Head

— D. Bindley-Taylof - H . Wilson

CRICK ET: Captain Vice-Captain

(both o f them

- T . Me W att — S. Braithwaite 9 school players)

The team spirit has been weak. As a result we were knocked out in the second round of the Inter-House Cricket Competition.

FOO TBALL: Captain Vice-Captain

— C. Waithe — H. Wilson

Due to the fact that "G " House had four school players jn the team, there was a brilliant field day, reaching the semi-finals, but being finally defeated by a chance goal from " L " House. However, we were runners-up in the competition.

A TH LETIC S: Captain Vice-Captain

— D. Bindley-Taylor — S. Braithwaite

"G " House wiped out most opposition to sprint to fifth position overall on Sports' Day itself. The reward of such determination shown by the athletes was paid off. Champion Girl for the house was Y. Nelson and Champion Boy, A. Dookhan.

The year '7 5 — '7 6 has been good overall for " G " House, but what is urgently needed is a greater sense o f

PINK responsibility and a greater awareness of the true meaning of the house sp irit Why is it that so very few people are actively involved in House activities? Why is it that there is very little, almost non-existent support from members of the house. It could be mere laziness or indifference. Y et we must all try our best to combat this malady which threatens to undermine the spirit of our house. Each individual * must in his or her way contribute to the House so that we can aspire to reach goals of betterment together as a house.

1. Tony McWatt — left in June, 1976; ardent supporter as well as active member o f the house; as Cricket Captain, he showed great leadership ability as well as giving good performances at the game.

2. Sammy Braithwaite — keen member o f the house; always helpful and willing to assist, was fully involved in ail aspects o f hbuse.activity* 3.

Edmond B|aithwaite popularly known as "Mavie" Braithwaite, the w it of " G " House who exemplified the proper house spirit; always active in house and was a very responsible Hockey Captain.

4. Mohammed Karimullah — a former Head of House ('74 — '75); was a stirring example to the rest of the house; did his utmost to raise house standards.

5. Andrew Goorbarry — Deputy Head of House; active member

particularly in association with house parties and volley-ball.

6. Peter Patterson — fully involved in all house activities, especially in athletics, volley-ball and football.

7. Edre Sills — quiet to« the point of self-effacement, yet did his swell bit.

8. Colin Joao — active in chess and volley-ball.

9. G. Tait — unofficially opted out of the house, becoming indifferent The valuable contribution of these members to the house will be sorely missed.

D. Bindley — Taylor Head-of-House.

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. . . that the same Paul claims to have an extremely long memory, but yet can't remember when he had his last bath.

Joe: Does your friend ever talk to himself?

Charles: I can't say for sure. Irve never been with him when he was alone."

Wife: "Wake up, there's a burglar in the house and he is eating up all the left-overs.

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W OOLLEY HOUSE REPORT 19 7 4 -1 9 7 5 "H"-EM ER A LD GREEN House Masters House Captains

— Mr. C. A . Yansen, — Mr. S. Deopersaud — H. Me Allister, — L. R. Ramprasad

Woolley House extends its heartiest welcome to all its new members for the Academic year 1974 — 1975, particularly the first formers. We hope they enjoy their stay in Woolley House.

Until now Woolley House has been rather sedate during the school year. It's masters and prefects, in keeping with the new drive of the school, have been concentrating their efforts on projecting to the members the essentials for a better future, some of which are religion, dedication and punctuality. We are pleased to report that there has been considerable progress in this respect and the house is now a better operating organisation for its efforts.

In sport, the house has as usual performed creditably, having been placed fifth in the Annual Athletics Meeting.

Special mention must be given here to Boxhill, Hudson, Ward and Wharton of the Lower School, for their perseverance and fine efforts. House Captain Me Allister and Marks, Lowe and London must also be congratulated on their respective contributions during the meeting. In general, our athletes have done well but we still urge them to keep on trying in the future, for the improvement o f Woolley House.

In the Inter-House Senior Cricket Competition, our team led by R. Harris and R. London as Captain and Vice-Captain respectively, did not dp as well and to date we are yet to score a win. Despite this, we console our cricketers and advise them not to lose heart, but to keep trying. In the Junior division, results were exceedingly better and we reached the finals quite comfortably; but were unfortunate in not being able to emerge champions. The team led by G. Archer (Capt.) and I. Hudson (Vice) must be commended on a very fine performance indeed.

In the chess competition, our team of F. Bacchus (Capt), V. Sue-Tang and Sue-Ho did fairly well.

During the Easter Term, Mr. Yansen, who was the only House Master at that time, was joined by Mr. Deopersaud, a new master on the staff.

The members o f Woolley House would like to welcome him and pledge their fullest co-operation to him in the future.

In closing we would like to bid farewell to the outgoing members of the House, particularly the senior members, and House Captain, Me Allister, who will be leaving us this year. Thank you for your services, all the best in the future.

L R. Ramprasad, Head o f House.

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CUNNINGHAM HOUSE REPORT 1974 -1975 "K " -

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— Pryor Jonas House Master Deputy House Master — M. M. B. Jaggernauth — M. Yhann Head o f House Thanks to the outgoing prefect staff of 'K ' House we, the present prefect staff have been able to manage the affairs of the house very well. We have had a new deputy house master whose name is Mr. Jaggernauth.

The last house day which was held during the Easter term was a tremendous success and to my mind this was an improvement on the house day before.

Although we did not get so much co-operation from the upper school, we got a great deal from the junior school who enjoyed every minute of the day.

In debating, the house team, consisting of George, Singh and Yhann went through to the third round.

whereupon the debating competition was scrapped.

In chess, the house team consisting of George, Singh and Broomes did very well and up to the time of handing in this report we were in a commanding position. In the joint hockey tournament 'K ' house playing against 'L ' house did fairly well.

This house has tremendous spirit and with the further help and, I hope, co-operation of the senior members we, 'K ' house, will go a much longer way.

M. Yhann, PrefectJHead of House.

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O N DIT . . . . that Fullhigh (also known as Emptylow) looked at "Peeps" and said, "M y boy, there is a Sale down town and soap is selling cheap." . . . . that "Peeps" gave him a long look and said, "So are shoes, sir!" . . . . that Adair International took the Lower Sixth Arts Geography class around the world in 80 minutes. ___ that Adair plans to go supersonic! . . . . that the donkey-cart in Adair's 'hangar' may be recruited! . . . . that the Lower Sixth are however sailing! . . . .that Q.C. was going Communist under the leadership of the Red General! . . . . that General Berry almost painted the School red! . . . . that Bumper was giving him full support — after all, Bumper was an ardent MARKSist! ___ that Berry was refused entry into the Cadet Corps because they found it impossible to supply him with a pair of boots. . . . . that when Mambo saw the Pet Club's guinea pigs he remarked: "What a funny set of puppies!" . . . . that Rip and Turk are well known as 'K iw i' and 'Nugget'! ___ that a new disaster film is being made — 'Upheaval Q.C.'I . . . . that Berry is the main feature — Producer, Director and leading star! . . . . that Berry's theme song is 'Breaking up is hard to do'! . . . . that Mato's Spanish lessons were so boring that even he complained of boredom! . . . .that, according to Sody, Charles is a Public Health Menace and a Social Hazard!

------ that looking at Shorty, Barney remarked: "Good things come wrapped in small packages, that will be five minutes of the best in Sport!" ___ that Berry gave a short speech on Speech Night lasting two and a half hours! . . . . that a special anti-glare lens was needed to shoot Bulby! . . . . that the only thing Bulb does slowly is driving! . . . .that " L " House nearly lost the tug-of-war competition —Frame was almost elected anchor-man I ------ that Uncle Eddie explained that he is a post-watcher at all fetes, because he is very fussy with his partners! . . . .that Uncle Eddie is famous for his Solo dancing at parties!

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------that Mambo resembles that famous singer Al Black! . . . .that according to Farny, "Gravel is a gravelly substance made up of gravel!" . . . .that "Black Shorty" is known as "The Candy Man" by certain young ladies.

------that "Shrimps Cart" has opened a Co-operative Stall in Q.C. . . . .that "Eddie G" on repeating a well-known advertisement — ""Daddy, why do we have to brush our teeth every day?"" was told by Sood: ""I wouldn't answer that question now, Eddie'". . . . .that "Red Child" on serenading a certain young lady with his theme song: T o be lonely" was told: "Well, from now on you really are! Goodnight." . . . .that the famous pair "Monty Bailers" was a hot favourite for the Over 21 High Jump at the last Sports Day. . . . .that at a certain party "Kaydee Small' (after discussing Physics for the whole night) was heard saying to a certain young lady, "You remind me of a Physics Test. I got 90% in it last term. I love Physics."

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. . . .that the Bulb said, whoever littered the Hall would be made to sweep it — that Scooby sat in the Hall and was made to sweep it fourteen times. . . . .that Debbie Braffit seems to be playing a star part in the film "Beauty and the Beast".

«■ . . . .that Owen has boasted of not having to cut his hair since he entered Q.C. ... . .that during a biological discussion between Cakes and Rat, Froggie was described as the missing link. . . . .that Baldy is a fanatical reader of horror stories such as T he Exorcist" — they are hair-raising. . . . .that Miss Josef fell under O.C.'s new Lawn Mower. . . . .that "Blue Beef" was neatly out-sharked by Barny in getting a dance from Andrea. . . . .that "Brutass" seems to have all-weather clothes. . . . . t h a t the amount of gasoline used by Django to get to school is inversely proportional to the amount of sweat generated and directly proportional to the amount of pushing done — Trotz Car Rule. . . . .that even books are becoming Guyanese — they always turn up late. . . . .that Baldy, Gauche and Sunmaroo all possess natural solar reflectors. m

. . . .that the self-same trio propose to supply electricity for the Bulb. ___ that Lurf is vying for a position among these reflectors.

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C L A S S I C O N DIT . . . that 'Neboo's' driving instructor preferred to give his instructions by radio (1960-61) . . . that on hearing 'Punjie' was awarded a scholarship to study 'pest-eradication/ a certain 5th former decided to leave school (1959—60)

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. . . that 'Dougie' didn't laugh for a whole week after hearing about the guinea-pig's miscarriage —After all, blood is thicker than water (1960 —61). . . . that during a physics experiment with 'Puck,' 'Breker' was heard to remark that the battery had blown (1956—57)

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. . . that murder of man is homicide, of a mother matricide and of Fleck of the Remove insecticide. (1954—55) . . . that 'Tete' was seen swanking at a Christmas Eve f$te with his cadet outfit.

(1945-46) . . . that on the opening performance of 'Macbeth' the hero's legs were whistled at by female admirers (1957—58) . . . that on being asked if all 16 girls were his daughters. Major General Dougie replied, "Of course not. What do you think I am? A factory? One was adopted."

(1960-61) . . . that the Chief wrote under general remarks for one report, "Dull, but steady — would make a good parent." (1954—55) . . . that Greene is immune to sarcasm, unruffled by embarrassment, suffering from a mental insurrection and has developed a hide which is impermeable to blows (1966—67) . . . that a school notice ran:— Found — One dollar and thirty-six cents on the field.

Will the owners please form a straight line outside the office at 3 p.m." (1959—60) . . . . that 'Rubber Guts' went to 'Bandido's* House Party wearing an "A" House tie! . . . .that a certain Sixth Former of St. Joseph's High screamed when 'Warboots' "smiled" at her I . . . . that Shiv of U6A specialises in treading on Shanks' (the artist of U6A) white soft shoes I 120

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-----that "Bulbous" has decided to give up buying hair cream and to start buying face cream! . . . . that'Balance'will be awarded a Nobel Prize for farming! . . . . that the Q.C. Film Co. is making a movie about the Ground, called "Never has so much been done for so long with so little result"! . . . . that 'Empty' will sing the theme song "If I only had time"! . . . . that the donkey which draws the school cart will be awarded the Senior School Prize for the person who by force of example, good work and interest in school activities has made the greatest endeavour to further the progress of the school I . . . . that Lot 12 is termed the Queen's College of D'Urban Street by an observant ex-Q.C. student, ex-politician I

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(Sung to the tune o f '7 only have eyes for you.)

This song is dedicated to m y fellow sufferers who wrote the JU N E , 1977 ' & and 'A ' level G .C .E . examinations. It is also a warning to those students who will write this examination in future.

Are the results out tonight?

I don't know if to laugh or to cry 'cause I'll only get E's and U's and D's.

I hope they'll be high But Bulby, he 'looks kind of sly Maybe he knows I'll have E's and U's.

I don't know if I'm in the sixth form Or cutting cane for Linden Forbes U's are here So am I Maybe millions of B's pass me by But the A's disappear from view 'Cause I only have E's 'Cause I only have E's 'Cause I only have E's and U's.

R IS E From the east the sun shall rise, Bringing exotic rays from the sky, Beyond the horizon it shall shine.

Illuminating the earth with light.

And a crimson-like sun shall come, Looking down in solemness, And its splendid array of rays.

Shall chase away the fleeting night.

And this golden sphere full of light, Brightening the dark land, Carving an image of delight, This splendid feature of sunrise.

The sparkling sun looking gay and bright, Shining on a blossom wet with dew.

Shall brighten up the dark sky, And indicate a fading night.

Rennie Jordan,

Form 4B.

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AND SHOUTS BECAME W H IS P E R S It was Diwali and everyone was happy, So we decided to have some light, and call a strike.

M.T. said no chairs for the celebration, Everyone said let's have a rebellion, The Student's Council heard from the Hindu Society and replied'—"We've got to stop this atrocity."

Just then Bulby came in, M.T. said no meeting!

Someone said Bulby looked scared, When Bumper started "Is he, say so.

Not me you know."

We mean to fight!"

So Bumper said — right on!

We'll give him till one.

But M.T. —in a smart lure Kept Bumper and the rest outside the door.

The rest made it "Sneakers" And shouts became whispers, Everyone scared to say strike, In case he's first out like a light.

M.T. finally sees Bumper at three, "You made a miscalculation, Don't interfere with the Administration."

"Nothing can be done!

Let Bumper be the one.

To give notice of strike.

Michael Brian Yassin.

L6SA.

L O T U S L IL IE S In ponds where lotus lilies bloom, And shed their fragrant petals, Leaving onl y bare stal ks.

Swaying in the breeze.

Once they were lovely flowers, Welcoming the sun; But now they look so forlorn Their lovely petals gone.

Leila Persaud,

Form 1B. E D IT O R 'S N O TE:- The foregoing poem won a Certificate o f Merit at the 1977 Guyfesta Cele­ brations.

T H E D E A TH O F DAY BY D E M E R A R A R IV E R The zenith is gone And the dimly glowing sun, Reluctantly creeps.

Along its western way Now framed by the black creaking koker, Then captured by the shuddering mast and singing sails, Of a sluggish sailing vessel While all along the river's edge.

The myriad insects' dismal drone, Render aloud the monotone dirge of the passing day.

Now the glorious sunset, The oblique rays creates sprite's pathway, Across the flowing river Whose mighty sinews' rippling folds Capturing light and returning shades, Which, all together form a richer harmony, Delighting the human eye.

Then the final throes The sullen orb, Like a fiery ruby resting on a cushion of clouds.

Engenders strange shadows that shift and grow, Miming the life and ways of those who went before.

Three canoes are bobling on the tide, there strides a warrior bold, proudly erect, armed with a bow.

And I am sure the shades of long-gone lovers rove, gliding by that ancient, bending tree.

And day is done Suddenly, the virgin forest of the other bank.

Grasps the sun with a giant's hand, Seeming to raise the flaming brand on high, While all is hushed in silence.

And yet the western sky seethes with light, That hints of tomorrow's dawn.

Thus, may the day of all tyrants decline With shorter intervals, Let the pallid stages fly And if the blood of true and false must needs commingle.

Drain and flow, (as afternoon's ruddy sunshine to the river) Sweeping to the distant sea a nation's sullied flag Then it must be so.

May nought but insects chant their funeral song.

Let the stern shades of all who ever died, Beneath the crushing yoke of their repressors Mock their waning gleam Then,.

Freedom's torch, aloft I aloft I Their ruins' fragments shall furnish fuel, Pride shall radiate from every single frame, Free of thei r shackles and their shame, . . . . . . and dawn will come again.

Loris Drepaui,

Form 6 SB.

DREAM OF PEACE "Peace and Love Brother Man/' These words we say each day; But do we say just what we mean, And mean the things we say?

We'd be free from violence, Crime rates would decrease; Man would live in happiness, Joy and lasting peace.

If most of us said what we meant, We'd say, "Baby, I love me," And if we meant what we said.

Our Fellow man would be Frea

But this is all a make believe, A dream that won't come true.

Unless we all mean what we say, And mean the things we do.

Free from want and fear, Free from pain and sorrow; Looking forward to each new day, Instead of dreading tomorrow.

Ardis Valz,

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O N M Y G R A N D M O T H E R ’S DEATH Why were we born?

To toil and sweat alone, To strive and strive and then to die.

And leave a trail of grief.

Was it for this that the dust became alive.

Only to become the dust again.

She used to rise at the first cock-crow.

When all the world was still asleep, To toil in fields of sugar-cane, To enrich some imperialistic power.

I remember her brown face, Oh, how gentle and kind it was, Her skin like dry parchment was Her face all crinkling when she smiled.

But alas a cardiac arrest The doctor says, Did she die to satisfy Some cruel avenging God,

Some atavistic power unknown Or to join a loving father In Heaven's open door.

We do not know, we cannot tell We only wish to have her back.

Why can't the codk-crow awake her now As it did on countless morns; We have to bear our .grief in silence For there is nothing we can do, Except hope that somewhere, sometime Before the Stars go out And before there ceases to be life on Earth, A worn and tired earth Before the avenue of time stops racing on We will meet her once again.

Satesh C. S. Singh,

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THE BIBLE AND MODERN SCIENCE The doctor had just come from the mortuary. He walked across the row of beds and began to examine the female patient there, his black broadcloth suit contrasting starkly with the whiteness of the bed sheet; his thoughts wildly racing through his head. He just could not understand why the mortality rate for this ward was so high.

In 1860 physicians knew little of the germ theory. They wore their street clothes while performing operations and straight from a post mortem would e x a m in e a liv in g patient without wholesale washing. No wonder in the nineteenth century hospitals were just stops on the way to the cemetery (for medical knowledge was limited).

Yet, hundreds of years before in the sixteenth century (Before Christ) God instructed the Israelites " If any beast die he also that beareth the carcass of it shall wash his clothes." Touching anything dead was followed by washing and it is a point to note that these people were commanded to wash frequently, in striking contrast with the customs in England 1000 years later, where baths were rare and scents worn to ward off offensive body odours.

Before Louis Pasteur or Joseph Lister ever dreamed of the micro-organisms called germs and antiseptic methods, the Bible has recorded a public health system of unsurpassing scientific foresight and unerring accuracy. Amazing, for the lack of scientific knowledge in that day among people who were in every way rowdy slaves just out of Egyptian bondage.

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can understand now, that the animal was probably infected and the disease would be transmitted. But they did not know th a t They obeyed through simple faith.

They ate no blood or fat. A principle which is biologically sound; for fat breakdown produces cholesterol which, if exceeding the normal percentage in the blood, is deposited in the arteries leading to arterio selerasis or (simply) heart disease. Blood has a high cholesterol content, and eating this is just as dangerous. (What an amazing fact and medical foresight in such common people).

The Bible in the light of modern science is one of the greatest health books ever seen.

"The life is in the blood", declares the Bible. How remarkably true. When the heart stops beating, no blood flows in the veins, and all life ceases. All the essential elements of life are found in the body's marvellous transport system â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the blood. In this fluid are found oxygen which is so vital to the tissues, amino acids and sugars from the digestive process being transported for use to the tissues of body and brain. In the blood, waste is carried for disposal. How fascinating is it that a great biological truth can be expressed in the few words of scripture.

Can you doubt it? The Bible stands u nm oved as a science book o f extraordinary accuracy. Men continually try to batter it down but only bruise themselves in the process since, no man, can kick against a pillar without being h u rt In the eighteenth century, men laughed Seventh Day Adventists to scorn,

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when they declared "Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging; He that is deceived thereby is not wise!"

'W h o has woe? Who has sorrow? Who hath redness of eyes? They that tarry long at the wine!!" Men laughed.

Alcohol is dangerous? Ha! Nonsense!

Then in the early 20th century, it was discovered that alcohol had a disastrous effect on the brain. Thomas E. Edison said " T o put alcohol in the brain is like putting sand in the bearings of an engine".

Why cannot men learn to accept that the scriptures do not lie? They always end up embarrassing themselves. But then I suppose some people never learn (eh)?

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C h ris to p h e r C o lo m b u s was a Christian. In an age when "Science" said that the earth was flat and that sailing too far out in the ocean one would topple over an edge to destruction and doom, Columbus probably read in Isaiah 40: 22 that God sits on the "circle" of the earth, and came to the conclusion that the earth was round like a ball, not flat like a penny. (You never knew that before did you?)

When the Greeks philosophied that the earth was supported on the great shoulders of the Greek God — Atlas — the Bible declared "He setteth the earth upon nothing.. . " a fact which we all know now. By the way, Sir Isaac Newton who discovered the law of gravity which kept the earth in place was a Christian who read his Bible.

There's a proverb which says — "D o n 't judge a book by its cover." Let us read i t When no one realised that gases had w e ig h t, God's Word declared, "He

looketh to the ends of the e a rth ___ to make the weight for the winds."

W hen no one understood the importance of the balance between land masses and the sea the scriptures said*.

"Who hath measured the waters in the hollow of His h a n d . . . . and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure and weighed the mountains in scales and the scales in a balance?" Isaiah 40: 12.

What a stupendous revelation! What a magnificent book! How can I help but believe its precepts I How can I help but follow in the path that it leads?

This book has been proven time and time again by the discoveries of the very men who try to tear it down. Yet, it still stands undeniably true.

This same book says that one day soon the earth will be no more. One day soon civilisation madly careening down the hallways of destruction will come to a screeching halt. One day soon the blue skies above will rip open and King Jesus will come riding down the sky in flaming majesty and men will curse the things that kept them away from Jesus. One day soon we shall see this glorious event. And in that day if you are still alive, let not this cry be wrung from your lips, "Oh, I knew, but I let the opportunity pass me by."

Laveme Bentt, U6Sc.B ED ITO R 'S NOTE:The magazine being a representation o f the entire school cu ltural, religious, academic — is p le a s e d to present to you the foregoing a rticle b y a p rom inent member o f the Queen's College Christian Fellowship .

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THE TABLE TURNED Beulah arrived home in Ogle and showed John what she had brought It was a very colourful pearl necklace. John said, "W hy do you have to do these things? Isn't your job enough? Isn't my pension enough?"

John was a cripple and every week-end Beulah went downtown to collect his pension because he was injured while working for his company.

Beulah worked as a maid for the Wharton's who were the people who had come from America the previous year.

They had bought a big house and hired five maids o f whom ope was Beulah.

One day when Beulah went down and collected John's pension she decided to get John a present She had gone into a shop and had seen a watch, but when she had asked the lady how much it cost, she was told ninety dollars. This was more than Beulah could afford and a sudden feeling came over her. She looked around to see if anybody was watching and she quickly picked up the watch and slipped it into her handbag. Now this had become a habit and John was worried. "One day," he said, "The police will catch you in the act and put you in jail, then I'll have nobody to take care of me."

"W hat you fretting for, I ain't gon get catch," said Beulah. "One of these days," said John. "One of these days . . . " T h e fo llo w in g week-end when Beulah went to town and collected John's pension, the manager went away and left a bulk of money near his desk. Beulah could not resist the temptation to stretch out her hand for it, but just as she was about to take it she heard the manager's footsteps coming back. She took back her hand just as the manager reappeared. She was sweating. She wondered if the manager has seen her.

The manager said, "Well, here is your husband's pension," and Beulah was relieved.

When she reached home and told John of the incident he became even more worried, as he could not prevent her from stealing.

The next week-end when Beulah went down town she decided to get something. She went inside a crowded store. Crowded stores were good for what she was about to do. Beulah went inside and looked about to see what to take.

After looking for ten minutes, she saw something that she wanted - a bottle of perfuma Beulah felt {her pocket, just to make sure that the fifty dollars from her husband's pension were still there and as they were she walked over to her heart's desire, the bottle o f perfume. When she reached it a shop-assistant came over with a lady and picked up the same bottle o f perfume which Beulah was going for. She was dismayed. Suppose the shop-assistant knew that she wanted to steal it.

Impossible! She chided herself for such foolish thoughts. The shop-assistant was saying to the lady, "Perhaps you wiil like this one." The lady wanted to smell it first. She smelt it but said it was not good. The shop-assistant said, "B ut this is the best type we have." The lady said, " | f that is your best type I would not like to smell your worst." The shop-assistant flushed angrily: " I f you don't like it nobody is forcing you to buy it!"

The lady said "Cool your temper.

Why fight?"

T h e shop-assistant said angrily: "Since you've come in this store afl you have done is to criticise. Who do you think you are anyway?"

The argument continued for a long time and Beulah was growing impatient.

Why didn't the lady just walk out o f the shop and leave the perfume instead o f standing there arguing?

The lady finally did this and Beulah had her chance. She picked up the bottle o f perfume just as a voice asked "Would you like to buy it?" "No, no, just looking."

The shop-assistant moved away and Beulah quickly secured it safely by slipping it into her hand-bag left open for the purpose. She hurried out but bumped in to som ebody by the door. Panic engulfed her. Suppose this was a police­ man the store detective, t h e ............

A man's voice broke into her thought "Watch where you're going lady." Beulah looked up, relieved. He was a tall young man wearing dark shades.

Beulah murmured "sorry" and hurried out o f the store. She was sweating. She wondered w h at would have happened if that has been the store detective and he had seen her take the perfume and transfer it

to her bag. She would have been in real trouble. Perhaps, she reflected, John was right. She might get caught, perhaps she had better stop stealing now before it was too late.

Beulah caught a taxi back home. She reached into her pocket to pay the driver.

There was no money! She screamed, "Police! Thief! T h ie f!"

Ten miles away a man was enjoying his second drink. He was happy. He chuckled every now and then. Fifty dollars richer than before. He finished his drink and walked outside smiling happily.

He was a tall young man wearing dark shades.

Paul Broomes.

ED ITO R 'S NOTE:â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The foregoing short story was awarded a C ertificate o f Excellence a t the 1977 Guyfesta. Queen's College won 9 Excellences in the Creative W riting D epartm ent

An old man walked into the police station and asked the sergeant: "Could you tell me who my landlord is?"

"Why he is the man you pay your rent to," answered the officer.

The old man shook his head and said: "I don't pay rent. About nine years ago I found me this house, moved in, and I have been living there ever since."

"Then why worry?" asked the sergeant, "you've got no complaint."

"I sure have," shouted the old fellow, "if he don't fix the roof soon. I'm gonna move out soon."

Employer to Applicant: Where are you from?

Applicant: Yale, Sir. Employer, very impressed: And what's your name, young man?

Applicant: Yim Yackson.

Mother: "Now, Freddy, wouldn't you like to give your football to that poor little kid who hasn't a daddy."

Freddy: (clutching football) "Couldn't we give him Daddy instead?"

THE RACE Last year, eighteen year-old William Doyle Spiker had been a 'dare-devil', a d i s o b e d i e n t lad and a t y p i c a l inexperienced young man, — factors which had caused him to perform ter­ ribly in last year's Annual Athletic Talent Spotting Sports for those under twenty years.

had happened last year. However, the equally experienced Jentony was also doing this. Meanwhile number six was up front, followed by four others, then Atherly, then two other unknowns, then Jentony, then a very tall boy, then Doyle, with Aaron and number twelve, Jansen, bringing up the rear.

He, being only seventeen then, and with not as much stamina as a twenty year-old contestant, had, like any young, stupid dare-devil of a kid, tried to keep up front with the leaders in the 5,000 metres event. Half-way through he was exhausted to the bone, so he started to lag behind, thus placing 13th out of a range of eighteen contestants.

A t the end of 2,000 metres you could scarcely hear a gun if it went o ff as there were so many gasps and pants being let o u t Now, Doyle was beginning to feel a slight stabbing at his heart and he was gasping, but still not as much as some other competitors, two of whom had dropped out at this stage. Now the tall b o y was leading, followed by a freckle-faced boy, then Jentony. O f the others Doyle was ahead of only three.

Doyle r e m e mb er ed , t h a t his grandfather had warned him about this swift-start, slow-end-thing, but, he also remembered that he had wanted glory and so had disobeyed his grandfather.

Now, at the National Park, dressed in his red T-shirt and blue trunks, feeling stronger and being more experienced than last year, he was remembering these things. He was awaiting the start of the 5,000 metres in the same competition. ''Brrrring," the bell sounded, and the loudspeaker blared, announcing the start of the events. Doyle went up to the starting line and surveyed the rest of the competitors. There was Minion 'Strongie' Jentony who had won the event last year and Simon Atherly, a boy from his school. Then, there was Michael Jansen and lanky Peter Aaron. Apart from these there were about eight others whom Doyle could not recognise.

The gun blasted, the crowd roared, on a typical Guyana Sunday, warm and sunny, with puffy clouds around. Doyle was conserving his energy by making a slow start because he remembered what

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With the 4,000 metre milestone looming up ahead you should have looked at their faces. All but Aaron, Doyle, and a stocky chap, because they were the ones who were trying to conserve energy, and Jentony and Jansen — because of sheer stamina — looked like not living through the race. From here the real race started. With the finishing line now only 800 metres away, Doyle, Aaron, Jansen, Jentony, the stocky chap and the tall b o y began to break into longer, even-paced strides leaving Atherly and the two remaining 'half-dead'contestants.

Three hundred and ninety metres to go and the race was now headed by the tiring Jentony, then Aaron, then Doyle who thought that he was running on his 'belly' now having 'lost bis feet', then the tall boy.

People were shouting. "Come on Jansen I" "Y ou can do it Jentony!" But through all the other noises, insults and encouraging remarks Doyle thought that he heard the sharp, strained voice of his

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grandfather saying: "Press on Doylie, for Heaven's Sake, press on!"

Now, with 100 metres to go, Doyle became c o m p l e t e l y o bl i v i ous of everything around him except to press on with speed. He passes Aaron and is a foot behind the slowing Jentony. Ten metres to go and he feels a deadly pain in his chest but an even more deadly one in his left fo o t The tape glides away as Jentony and Doyle crash into it followed by the tall lad, Aaron, Atherly, the stocky chap and then the freckle-faced boy, then Jansen.

The judges gave the decision to Jentony but there was a great controversy over the decision. Much o f the crowd was dissatisfied. However, the photo-finish method saved the day. Luckily, a reporter had 'snapped' the breath-taking finish and there was great tension at the Park while the photo was being developed. Doyle had literally collapsed at the end of the race where he was met,by his grandfather who helped him into shade, gave him water and examined him. His left ankle was severely twisted.

Now the final result was coming over the microphone and both Jentony and

Doyle eagerly awaited it, each hoping that he had won. This was it: "The judges would like to rerule the race because of a controversy by a photo-finish. Winning by a narrow margin in 15 minutes 24.9 seconds was William Q Spiker, followed

by Minion Jentony in 15 minutes 24.95 seconds.. . " Doyle danced a jig despite his injured ankle but you should have seen Jen tony's face!

Now, a happy Doyle knew that he might possibly be selected on the team, as a long-distance runner in the next Junior Carifta Games, but, he also knew that his 62 year-old grandfather's advice and coaching should have brought him at least a good space in last year's race, but which did not do so because of his disobedience.

Nevertheless, being one year older and one year more experienced he won the race this year. Thus experience is the dearest form of living, but like other expensive things it is good.

PETER BANARSEE ED ITO R 'S NOTE: The foregoing sh ort sto ry won a C ertificate o f Excellence a t the 1977 Guyfesta com petitions.

Horse Hartley: Every time I stand on my hands the blood rushes up to my head.

Maxie: So? Horse Hartley: Why then doesn't the blood rush to my feet when I stand normally?

Maxie: Probably it's because you have something substantial in your feet.

On Scratchy's Report: "He allows himself the healthy luxury of unleashing his pent-up emotions, which, had he suppressed them, might have turned him into a seething cauldron of self-consuming neuroses."

Translation: "He kicks, scratches, bites and spits!"

Raggie II (of the Pet Club): Mr. P-Tre, did you see a van full of monkeys pass here just now?

M EET TH E STALW ARTS OF TH E QUEEN'S COLLEGE M A G A ZIN E

NOEL A . ISHM AEL: Supervisor.

Being himself a former editor of the Queen's College magazine, his advice was both welcome and rewarding. He helped in editing and with the business. Also his work can be found in almost every area of the magazine.

R A B IN D R A N A T H MUNESHW ER: Business Manager.

Has been the only person to stick to his job unswervingly. Many have been the days that you could see our Business Manager footing it to the various firms in the centre of Georgetown. Indeed, he has to take a great part o f the praise fo r this magazine.

BHERI S. RAMSARRAN: Current Affairs Editor.

Did his job conscientiously and did not ask for any help nor needed any. When he had his job to do he did it. Judge the Current Affairs section for yourself. A memorable performance.

KEN R. CHUNG: Facts and Figures Editor.

His job required dedication and precision. Being the most important section of the magazine, we are happy that he was one o f the 'stalwarts.' Like Bheri he is a new Queen's College student and his work has done a lot to stimulate others.

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LEON S. S HIVA M B ER: Assistant Business Manager.

We had hoped for more from this originally dedicated member. He has won his place among the 'stalwarts' because of his initial dedication and conscientious work.

H A R R IC H A N D PERSAUD: General Editor.

Whenever there was work to be done Harrichand was willing to do it.

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