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THE LUCERNIAN The MAGAZINE of the PRESBYTERIAN GIRLS' COLLEGE - - GEELONG - -

Editresses : MARIE WILSON, AUDREY MARGETTS Editorial Committee : P. BULL, D. KENDALL, J. L. McDONALD, M. MOSELEY, J. MURRAY, M. TOYNE

Vol. 2.

No. 16.

GEELONG : G. Mercer & Co. Pty. Ltd., Printers, 16 Malop Street

OFFICE-BEARERS

The Principal (Miss Lucy Shaw) is Patron of all School Societies Prefects : Marie Wilson (Senior Prefect), Patricia Bull, Audrey Margetts, Mary Noel, Nancy Wallace.

Probationers : Dorothy Kendall, Ruth Macmillan, Elizabeth McDonald, Jennie McDonald, Shirley McKinnon, Joan Murray, Margaret Toyne.

House Committee : Mary Noel, Audrey Jones, Dorothy Kendall, Ruth Macmillan, Elizabeth McDonald, Jennie McDonald, Lesley McLeod, Joan Murray, Heather Peden, Joanna Pyper, Elizabeth Sinclair, Betty Thornton, Patricia Worrall.

Sports Captains : Baseball : Captain, M. Toyne ; Vice-Captain, S. McKinnon. Basketball : Captain, P. Bull ; Vice-Captain, M. Toyne. Hockey : Captain, D. Grundy ; Vice-Captain, R. Macmillan. Athletics : Captain, M. Wilson ; Vice-Captain, N. Wallace. Ardens House : Captain, P. Bull ; Vice-Captain, B. McDonald. Forum Representative, D. Kendall.

Harris House : Captain, N. Wallace ; Vice-Captain, V. Gallagher. Forum Representative, R. Macmillan.

Lawson House : Captain, M. Toyne ; Vice-Captain, J. Murray. Forum Representative, J. Arnoldt.

Roslyn House : Captain, S. McKinnon ; Vice-Captain, M. Noel. Forum Representative, M. Moseley.

Library : Miss Hope, Lesley McLeod, Mary Moseley (Librarians), Patricia Bull, Audrey Margetts, Joanna Pyper, Elizabeth Sinclair, Nancy Wallace, Marie Wilson.

Social Service :

Patriotic Funds :

Miss Veitch, Mary Noel.

Audrey Margetts, Marie Wilson.

" Save the Children" Appeal Audrey Margetts, Mary Noel, Marie Wilson.

War Savings : Miss Shaw, Miss Sutherland.

Student Christian Movement : Miss Hope, Miss Veitch, Mary Noel (President), Dorothy Kendall (Secretary and Treasurer).

Music Club : Miss Wadelton (President), Miss Drew, Miss Littleton, Miss Heard, (Joint Vice-Presidents), Dorothy Kendall (Secretary and Treasurer), Jennie McDonald, Ruth Macmillan, Mary Noel, Heather Peden.

Camera Club : Miss Veitch, Betty Thornton.

PREFECTS

Standing (Left to Right): P. BULL, N. WALLACE, A. MARGETTS Sitting : M. NOEL, M. WILSON (Senior Prefect)

- CONTENTS Page 2 . . School Office-bearers .. 4 Editorial .. .. 5 . Council Notes .. .. .. .. .. Parents' and Friends' Association .. .. .. .. . • •. 6 6 " Morongo " Kindergarten and Junior School 7 •• •• . •• Calendar of School Events .. . . .. 12 . .. . School Notes .. .. . .. 13 .. .. House Notes .. . . .. 14 . •• . •• Prefects' Notes .. .. .. 15 . . Boarders' Notes .. . 17 .. .. Hospital Notes .. .. 17 . .. Kindergarten Notes •. 18 Sport 21 • • . •• . . School Activities 24 .. .. . Library Notes .. .. .. 25 Valete, 1944 .. . . .. . 26 Salvete, 1945 .. .. Speech Day, 1944. .. . .. .. . .. 26 28 Examination Results .. Old Collegians' Association— Annual Report, 1945 .. .. .. 30 Melbourne Branch Annual Report . .. .. .. 31 31 General Notes .. . . . .. . . Engagements 32 .. .. .. .. .. . Marriages .. 32 . . .. . 32 Births .. .. .. .. .. .. Old Collegians in the Services 32 •• . . Geelong Branch .. . • .. .. •. 33 . .. . .. .. .. 33 Honorary Members — Financial Members .. . 33 Life Members .. .. •• 35 Obituary .. .. . 36 Original Section .. 36 Book Reviews .. . 50 . . OS

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DITORIAL LAST peace has settled over the war- fortitude and endurance, must learn to abolish ATtorn world. But is the silence which has all self-interest, and " shall come to find his so suddenly replaced the noise and shouting of battle as we expected? Are we, who during the heat of war resolved and pledged to do so much, to fall back exhausted during the first period of rest? Like a storm which ravages the earth, war has cut down the flower of our youth, which now lies still and lifeless. But many, the sturdiest of our crop, and those who have been sheltered and protected by others, still remain to face the sunlight and serenity of peace. It is they who will be expected to compensate for the loss of those who have fallen, and it is among them that we must look for the leaders who will guide and direct us in the future. So often we are apt to regard as leaders only the men who command armies and nations during the time of war. But are not the leaders of peace far more important? Their task is not clearly defined, and unlike wartime leaders, they are not assisted by the unanimous cooperation of their followers, who have one single and common interest—the winning of the war. Their task requires more than an equilibrium between physical prowess combined with generalship, and a sense of honour. The leader of peace must be tolerant and understanding, and possess all the qualities of " sweet reasonableness," for he does not deal with soldiers and machines but with human beings, who must be taught to love their leaders and co-operate with them—not merely to love and obey. He must be endowed with

joys only in acts of enlightenment and mercy."

It must be one of our foremost aims to attempt to evoke this spirit in our leaders of to-morrow — a spirit which sees beyond all temptation, whose hope is to tread down all wrath and contention, and whatsoever is contrary to its honour. "A spirit that delights to do no evil nor to revenge any wrong, but delights to endure all things, in the hope to enjoy its own in the end." Without the example of true and temperate leaders, we cannot hope to inculcate a new sense of virtue and wisdom in the people of the earth. A country which has no faith in those who govern or lead it will never be fit to take an active part in the rebuilding of the world and in the maintenance of peace. And surely that is what we owe to those who have given their lives for us, and who believed that by their sacrifice they would enable a better way of life to be established. Let them not be disappointed. The purpose of each person who has survived the struggle must be to spread the ideals of tolerance and understanding throughout the world, so that a future of peace and security may be the enduring tribute to those who have paid the final secrifice—a tribute to such men as our former Prime Minister, John Curtin, or our own brothers and friends :

" And many more whose names on earth are dark, But whose transmitted effluence cannot die So long as fire outlives the present spark."

THE RT. HON JOHN CURTIN, P.C. Prime Minister of Australia Died 5th July, 1945 On Friday, 5th July, we heard with sorrow of the death of the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. John Curtin, P.C., who worked selflessly during the years of the war and finally gave his life in the service of his country.

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COUNCIL NOTES A MESSAGE FROM THE " MORONGO " spring to redeem the waste of war. This loveliness cannot grow and flourish if the ground COUNCIL on which it is planted is made stony by interWe wonder if all the pupils at " Morongo " have seriously thought why schools like their's were established, why their parents sacrifice themselves to send them as pupils, and why members of the Council give their time and much of their money for the benefit of the School. Perhaps this message may help pupils to understand the sheer necessity in these days of materialism to have our youth so trained that they will appreciate the finer and deeper things of life and have a sweetening influence in the communities in which they live. The next ten years may well be the most momentous in the history of the world. It has been said that the world to-day is in the meltingpot, and whether the process will remove much of the dross of life that we have experienced in recent years and produce a refinement for which we hope, is problematical. Science, which has leaped ahead during wartime researches, will unfold many things for mankind hitherto unknown. Atomic energy will revoSickness and lutionise all forms of power. disease will be lessened, and even the span of life itself may be lengthened. Television will be perfected, and travel to far-distant parts will be quick and safe. It is suggested by some that the rate of production of all raw material will be so increased by scientific devices that physical work will require far less time than at present. In thinking over these possibilities, one cannot help wondering if life may not become too easy. A life of ease has ruined many nations in the past. During the years of war we have all been pulling hard against the stream, meeting many difficulties, hardships, and even sorrows. The result is that we have been drawn together in a common effort, and have found strength in our endeavours. Now comes the temptation to rest on our oars, float downstream until we reach the placid waters where we can take our ease. That seems to be the prospect in the minds of many, and it is not a happy one. A life of ease is effortless. It is by the overcoming of difficulties that we gain strength. Without a fight we become weak and spineless. Christ said, " I come not to bring peace, but a sword." He meant that life should be a constant fight for the right. We want to suggest to the girls at " Morongo " that they regard life as a battle between the forces for good and the powers of evil. During the immediate post-war period there must of necessity be much suffering until the ravaged countries can be adjusted to normal life. At the moment, civilisation is weeping for the ruin of her high hopes, which were based on Lalse premises, but let us and all wellmeaning people see that her tears water a fertile ground from which some loveliness may

national jealousies, unfair distribution of raw materials and unjust treatment of minorities. One important fertilising agency is education— an education which. teaches the Fatherhood of God and the natural corollary—the brotherhood of man. Such an education will act as a leaven in the world. From whence would we expect such ian education to emanate if not from schools such as " Morongo." The interests of nations are so interwoven that just as no man liveth unto himself, so nations are not independent of each other. All education is important, but its value depends upon the motive behind it. The training of Hitler Youth was most thorough, but the motive behind it was of the devil. We frequently hear that youth is a nation's greatest asset, but it might well be its greatest liability, as it became in the end for Germany. " Morongo" and all schools like it are doing a national service in sending out into the world each year a stream of young life equipped by character and knowledge to appreciate the good and beautiful things of life. If this young life has accepted Christianity as its guiding impulse, then it will have a powerful influence for good upon the whole nation. Exemplifying this thought, it is interesting to note that only recently the parents of a former pupil, who died during the war while a member of one of the auxiliary services, handed to the Council a large sum of money to provide a memorial at the School in the name of their daughter, whose life had been blessed and enriched by her association with " Morongo." Her memory will ever be a fragrant one to her parents and all who knew her. Schools are judged by their pupils, and each girl carries a responsibility for the reputation of her School. We hope that by now the present girls have realised that by sending them to " Morongo " their parents are filled with a hope that when school is ended, each girl will emerge with Christian character ready to. enter into a life of sweet, gracious womanhood, and so bring joy into the hearts of her parents and blessings to humanity. In thinking back over the events of the ye'ar just ending, the Council regrets that many parents who wished to enter their daughters as boarders had to be. disappointed on account of lack of accommodation. Disappointments for 1946 have also been many, as the available vacancies were fully reserved early this year. A similar difficulty has arisen at the Junior School in the city. We are restricted by space to a certain number in both Nursery and Kindergarten sections. During the year it was decided to build a new Preparatory School at " Morongo " to house the Kindergarten pupils leaving the present Junior School in Elizabeth

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Street solely for Nursery pupils. The new school will be quite separate from the main school, will be modern in every respect, selfcontained, and will occupy one of the finest sites on the " Morongo " property. Plans have been drawn, approved by the Church authorities, and have been sent to the Government for a permit. Even when the permit is received, it is questionable when material will be available. There will be ample playing space, and many kinds of outside equipment, so that full advantage will be taken of the fresh country air, which should be beneficial to the young pupils. The Council was greatly encouraged on receipt of advice that the late Miss E. Y. Venters had bequeathed £1,800 to " Morongo," and also that the late Mr. W. M. Bell had under his will provided a legacy of £3,000 for the School.

Such bequests are extremely valuable to " Morongo." It is quite impossible to expand the School, lessen its debt, or make any forward move except by outside help. Every penny of ordinary income is needed to meet The Council the ever-increasing expenses. looks to those who value the influence of Christian education to provide for " Morongo's " future expansion. When, by bequests and other means, the Council has sufficient money to build the complete School, for which a scheme has already been prepared, there will be no finer Girls' School in Australia, for its unrivalled site of 103 acres provides scope for all future development. By making provision for " Morongo," friends are making an investment that will pay rich dividends through the future lives of the pupils. 0

PARENTS' AND FRIENDS' ASSOCIATION Activities of the Association were again limited this year, but two committee meetings and one social function were held. It was decided to defer the holding of the annual meeting until March, when office-bearers will be elected and plans for the year be discussed. It is earnestly desired that all parents and friends will demonstrate their interest in the School by attending this meeting, which will be the first held under peace-time conditions since 1939. In July, circulars were sent to parents and friends, enlisting their interest and support for a social gathering, held at the Geelong Free Library on August 10th. A good attendance resulted, and the successful function proved also a memorable occasion for all present, as during the supper interval,

word was received of the Japanese request for surrender. A few moments of awed silence followed the announcement, and then a voice burst into the singing of the National Anthem, in which all attempted to join. Possibly because all hearts were full and many eyes dim, the evening was brought quietly to a close. One carried home the memory of a few very gallar.t women (to whom the war years have brought sorrow and anxiety) as they busied themselves with the after-supper kitchen chores—smilingly hiding hearts in tumult. The Association rejoices with the members who have had their families re-united since that night, wishes bon voyage to those who are yet to journey with that goal in sight, and remembers with reverent pride the members whose dear ones purchased with their lives the victory we are privileged to share to-day.

Morongo " Kindergarten and Junior School Auxiliary At our opening meeting for 1945 the resignation of Mrs. Smail was accepted with regret, Mrs. Fairnie being elected as President in her place. Our meetings, which are held on the third Thursday of each month at the Kindergarten, have been well attended, and all welcome the opportunity of meeting the other mothers and the members of the Kindergarten staff. We were very sorry to say " good-bye " to Miss Radford (Mrs. Naylor), but were delighted to welcome Miss Cooke as her successor, and are pleased to say the same happy co-operation between the Auxiliary and the staff continues. It was with great sorrow that we heard of the death of Mrs, P. Neilson, our first President,

and in recognition of her untiring efforts over a great number of years, we have decided to donate a memorial prize each year. In June a very successful bazaar was held at St. George's, £89 being raised. This enabled us to present the Kindergarten with a wireless set, which is much appreciated by all, the " Music Through Movement " session being particularly popular with the children. To meet the demand for more beds in the Nursery School members made cushions for the window seats, and these are now the " special " resting places. Our speakers this year have included Mrs. R. H. Davies, who enlightened us on the subject of UNRRA, and Miss Anne Dreyer, who

THE LUCERNIAN illustrated with films her talk on the " Growth and Development of the Young Child." Miss Nan Venters charmed us with a well-arranged recital of gramophone records, and Miss Margaret Simson's demonstration on cake decorating was appreciated by all. The most popular meeting of the year, however, was the one at which the children entertained us with a delightful play and songs, and we are grateful to Miss Cooke for the presen-

tation of these. This meeting was also an Australian Tea, £4/12/- being sent to the funds for the children's section of the Free Library as a result. As this very successful year draws to a close, we thank all members for their loyal support, which we hope will continue through the years, and invite other mothers who are interested in the School to come along and join us. J. C. Lilburn, Hon. Secretary

CALENDAR OF SCHOOL EVENTS TERM I. February 14th. The opening Assembly for 1945 was held in the School Hall in the presence of members of the Council, their wives, and representatives of the Old Collegians' Association. Dr. R. G. McPhee (Chairman of the Council) presided, and apologised for the absence of Mr. David. The service was opened by the Rev. Mr. W. H. Waters, assisted by the Rev. Mr. E. C. Day, after which we sang the hymn, " Lord, Behold Us With Thy Blessing." After this, Mr. 0. C. Hearne, Dr. McPhee and Mrs. Mund addressed us. Dr. McPhee stressed the need for co-operation with the staff on the part of the girls, so that the School, as a whole, would benefit. Mr. Hearne conveyed wishes for a successful year from members of the Council, and expressed their kind desire to do more for the School in ,the future. Mrs. Mund (the President of the Old Collegians' Association) told us that the future of the School depended on the girls, rather than on the amount of capital expended by the Council, and that we must always keep this in mind. Miss Shaw read messages received from Miss Pratt and Sir Harry Lawson, and extended a warm welcome to new members of staff and girls. Miss Shaw also told us of the record enrolment of pupils, of her regret at having to disappoint many prospective boarders, and of the long waiting list for next year. After the singing of the School song and the National Anthem, the service was closed with the Benediction.

February 15th. The names of the girls chosen to be prefects for 1945 were read in Assembly this morning by Miss Shaw. We should like to congratulate the following girls on their appointment : Patricia Bull, Audrey Margetts, Mary Noel, Nancy Wallace and Marie Wilson, who was made Senior Prefect.

February 20th. Miss Shaw announced the House and Sports Captains in Assembly this morning. The following were the appointments :— Ardens House : Captain, P. Bull ; Vice-Captain, B. McDonald. Harris House : Captain, N. Wallace ; ViceCaptain, V. Gallagher. Lawson House : Captain, M. Toyne ; ViceCaptain, J. Murray. Roslyn House : Captain, S. McKinnon ; ViceCaptain, M. Noel. Baseball : Captain, M. Toyne ; Vice-Captain, S. McKinnon. Basketball : Captain, P. Bull ; Vice-Captain, M. Toyne. Tennis : Captain, S. McKinnon ; Vice-Captain ,J. Murray. Athletics : Captain, M. Wilson ; Vice-Captain, N. Wallace. Hockey : Captain, D. Grundy ; Vice-Captain, R. Macmillan.

February 21st. This morning Miss Shaw announced the names of the girls who were appointed as Probationers for 1945. We congratulate the following : Dorothy Kendall, Betty McDonald, Jennie McDonald, Shirley McKinnon, Ruth Macmillan, Joan Murray and Margaret Toyne.

February 22nd. Induction of the prefects. A special service, conducted by our School Chaplain, Rev. Mr. W. H. Waters, was held this -morning for the induction of the prefects. Mr. Waters addressed the prefects and the School on the true interpretation of a prefect's duty and the obedience and co-operation owed to them by the girls. He said to the prefects, " Let her be the helper and servant of all," and he also hoped that we would remember this throughout the year that lay before us. After the prefects had been individually congratulated by Miss Shaw and Mr. Waters, the service was closed with a prayer and the Benediction.

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March 5th. The first meeting of Forum for 1945 was held to-day. Miss Shaw presided, and Miss Hope, the Prefects, house captains, vice-captains and the various house representatives were present.

April 16th. This morning a special service was conducted by Miss Shaw in memory of Mr. Roosevelt. Senior school terminal examinations commenced this morning.

March 7th. Senior swimming heats were held after school to-day at the Eastern Beach pool.

April 17th. Mr. R. D. Elliot, ex-Senator and former' member of Lord Beaverbrook's staff on his mission to Moscow, was an interesting visitor to the School to-day. He spoke to us of his recent air trip to England and of the scars of battle and the wartime impressions which were the dominant features of the journey. The fact which so forcibly impressed Mr. Elliot while in England was that the war has brought rich and poor to an equal level. The shortages of food, clothing and the regulations of wartime are shared by all. He described to us the famous V1 and V2 bombs and their disastrous results, and at the same time estimated the bravery of the people as they face such menaces as these. The fact that they are fighting a war is all that matters to the English people, and because of this, they do not realise that they are enduring any hardship. Endurance develops character, and it is the belief of Mr. Elliot that many of us may have been improved by such an experience. The English character, he declared, was represented by Mr. Churchill, and went on to give high praise of the Prime Minister and his activities in Greece and other part's of Europe. To illustrate the fine character of the English people, Mr. Elliot concluded with a story of a visit to Aldershot Tattoo. One evening the people came from miles with rugs and baskets, and seated themselves on the grass. In absolute darkness they sat, until a golden cross appeared on the hill above them. A few minutes later a Union. Jack appeared, then Kipling's Recessional was recited. The hymn, " Abide With Me," was begun, but no one was able to sing, and so for several minutes they remained, then " God Save the King " was played'. As the people departed, Mr. Elliot felt deeply that not one of the people present would ever forget that night.

March 12th. During the afternoon the School swimming team took part in an inter-school relay in the " Hermitage " swimming sports. We would like to congratulate the members of the " Hermitage " team on their success. The junior heats were held after school to-day. March 15th. Annual Swimming Sports. This afternoon the Annual Swimming Sports were held. Ardens was the winning house, and for this we wish to congratulate all its members. Lawson was second, Harris third, and Roslyn fourth. The following girls are also to be congratulated on their achievements : Nancy Wallace, who was Senior Champion, and Marie Wilson, who was runner-up. Jan Winstanley was Junior Champion, and Janet Bowman runner-up. March 29th. This afternoon we broke up for our Easter vacation. April 3rd. School was resumed this morning after our short holiday. April 11th. A baseball match was played against the " Hermitage " senior team at Kardinia Park oval this afternoon. Our team was defeated, 25 runs to 14. April 12th. A junior baseball match was played against the " Hermitage " this afternoon. They were successful, the score being 35 runs to 14. April 13th. We heard this morning with deep regret of the death of Mr. Roosevelt. Special prayers were offered in our morning assembly. April 14th. This afternoon the boarders and many of the day girls were gathered on the banks of the Barwon River to watch the heats for the Head of the River. We were all very pleased, I think, at the success of our brother school, Geelong College. The Warrinn House dance was to have been held to-night, but has been postponed until April 28th.

April 18th. As the finals of the Head of the River Race were to be held in Geelong, Miss Shaw arranged the lessons so that we should be able to see them. We had a very short recess and lunch-hour, and left School for the river at 1.50. April 19th. To-day, after much preparation on the part of Mrs. Hardy and a group of helpers, a most successful tuck-shop was held. This was very popular with the girls, and as a result £.11/12/was raised for our patriotic funds. We' would like to take this opportunity of thanking Mrs. Hardy for all the work she did' in connection with this tuck-shop.

THE LUCERNIAN April 23rd. Shakespeare's Birthday. The School commemorated this as usual by a presentation of Shakespearian plays by several of the forms. Scenes from the following plays were acted : " Hamlet," " Macbeth," " The Merchant of Venice," and " As You Like It."

April 25th. Anzac Day. The Rev. A. Frazer visited the School this afternoon, and he was able to conduct our Anzac Day Service. For the central theme of his talk to us Mr. Frazer took the text, " Eye hath not seen, ear hath not heard the wonders the Lord hath prepared for them that love Him." He recalled to us the memory of the fallen, and the tremendous debt which we owe to those brave men and women. The world has lost the best of its people, and unless we also play our small part, their sacrifice will be wasted. To illustrate his point, Mr. Frazer told us an interesting story of the American Civil War. Russell Conwell, an officer in this war, felt that he had been responsible for the death of one of his men, John Ring, and so, after the war was over, he decided to work sixteen hours a day, eight for himself and eight for John Ring. All his earnings were devoted to the building and maintenance of a university and several hospitals. Mr. Frazer suggested that all of us should adopt this attitude after the present war, and also show our gratitude to those we have lost by working our hardest to improve the world and better its conditions. At the same time, we would be repaying our debt to God for the beautiful world in which we live. April 28th. To-day the prefects were invited to attend Old Girls' Day at " Morongo." Tennis matches were played between the Old Girls and some members of the present team, and a most enjoyable afternoon was spent. The School baseball team travelled to Ballarat to-day to play a baseball match against Clarendon Girls' College. We were successful, the score being 35 to 14 runs. In the evening the prefects and a number of the girls attended a dance in the Morrison Hall, Geelong College, which was held by the boys of Warrinn House. We would like to thank them very much for this most enjoyable evening. May 5th. After strenuous preparation of the hall by a band of diligent workers, our School dance was held this evening. Boys from Geelong College and the prefects of the " Hermitage " were our guests. Unfortunately, Miss Shaw was unable to be present, but we should like to thank Miss Hope, the other members of the staff, and girls, by whose arrangements and help the success of. our dance was ensured.

May 8th. Capitulation of Germany announced to-day. A commemoration service was conducted in Assembly this morning by Miss Shaw. It was announced that the following day would be a public holiday. May 9th. V.E. Day Holiday. To-day was pronounced a public holiday for the celebration of peace. Sport was played during the morning b., the Boarders, and we attended a Thanksgiving Service at Kardinia Park in the afternoon. May 10th. A special Assembly was held to-day in remembrance of Nell Moreton, one of our Old Collegians and a member of the W.R.A.N.S., who died while on active service in February of this year. We also remembered particularly Jean Lorimer, the first Head Prefect of " Morongo," whose death occurred during the year. The School broke up for the May holidays to-day. Mark reading was held in the afternoon. TERM II. May 30th. Second term commenced to-day. June 3rd. As our Librarian, Peg Riddoch, left at the end of last term, Mary Moseley and Lesley MacLeod were appointed to take her place. June 4th. It was decided to-day to contribute to the appeal for tinned food for the " bombed children " of London. June 8th. To-day we were very pleased to receive a visit from Mr. Hurst, who spoke to us of the important part that the Pacific Islands must play in the future of Australia. It is essential that we maintain a friendly relationship with these people and educate them to a standard equal to our own. This has been proved possible by an experiment conducted by Mr. Hurst over a number of years. While in the islands previous to the war, Mr. Hurst found the Nauruans to be kindly and generous and eager for information. He established Scout Movements, which were very popular and encouraged the boys to spend their time usefully by reviving their natural arts, for which badges were awarded, as they are in our Scout Movements. He promoted friendly relationships between these boys and a number of Geelong Scout packs by encouraging them to exchange gifts, for which both were appreciative. When Mr. Hurst left the islands, some of the boys were so eager to visit Australia that they persuaded him to bring them out here to

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be educated. Mr. Hurst brought them to live with him in Geelong, building special quarters for them at his home, and allowing them to live under native conditions in regard to their food, hours of meals, and such matters. They entered the Junior Technical School, and within a very short period their progress and success in both work and sport was amazing. After completing their education, many of the boys filled positions in Geelong, giving the utmost satisfaction to their employers. Thus Mr. Hurst showed us that it is possible to educate and make friends with the people. Experience in this war has shown us that these islands form a vital line of defence of Australia, and if we are to ensure our safety, it is essential that we do all possible to remain on friendly terms with these people. After school to-day a group of girls from Matriculation visited the American Housing Exhibition held in the Town Hall. We saw how numbers of houses had been built quickly in America during the war to accommodate the large numbers of industrial workers. These houses were mainly prefabricated, but had excellent conveniences and well - equipped kitchens. This showed us a possible way in which we in Australia could overcome our present housing problems.

June 9th. Our prefects attended a dance at the " Hermitage." This was most enjoyable. June 13th. To-day we were honoured by a visit from Madame Gregor Wood, accompanied by Miss Parlett. Mr. Hearne kindly arranged this visit for the School. Madame Gregor Wood sang delightful songs of the Hebrides, and made them more interesting and enchanting by telling us the background and history of each song. Thus she related to us stories of life in the islands. Miss Parlett also favoured us with some piano solos. June 20th. A most successful sale of pies was held to-day. A profit of two guineas was made for our patriotic funds. As Miss Shaw said, " we were either very patriotic or very hungry ! " June 23rd. The day-girl prefects assisted with the serving of afternoon tea at a very successful bazaar held by the Junior Auxiliary in the McPhillimy Hall. June 30th. Members of the basketball and hockey teams from " Clarendon," P.G.C., Ballarat, visited Basketball and hockey " Morongo " to-day. matches were played, in which we were successful, the respective scores being 26 goals to 10, and 2 goals to 1.

To-day we said " good-bye " to Valerie West and Elizabeth Burgess, who are leaving school to return to England.

July 5th. This morning we heard with regret of the death of Mr. Curtin. Special references to Australia's great loss were made in our morning Assembly. July 9th. A hockey match was held after school to-day against the " Hermitage " team, in which they were successful, the score being 3 goals to 1. July 10th. This afternoon we had the pleasure of a visit from Mr. Westcott, of Geelong Grammar School, accompanied by two of the boys, P. Hall and T. Hewat. They came to speak to us on behalf of the " Save the Children Fund " in connection with the U.N.R.R.A. appeal, and asked us for our support. Mr. Westcott spoke of the history of the " Save the Children Fund." He told us of how it was founded by Eglantyne Jebb in 1919, and of how it has progressed through the years and of all the good it has achieved for children of all nations. Timothy Hewat then told us of what has been, and what is being, done by Geelong schools, and urged us on to greater efforts. Peter Hall then spoke to us, telling us of the version of " Julius Caesar," by Orson Welles, which was to be presented later in the year. By this, he said, they hoped to raise funds for their appeal. After this most interesting afternoon we were all " spurred on " to greater efforts, and many applications were made for the making of lambswool slippers to be sent to the Geelong Grammar School in connection with this appeal. July 11th. Staff v. Prefects' Basketball Match. A most interesting and enjoyable match was held after school to-day, the prefects being successful. A collection was made, and the sum of £2 was raised for our patriotic funds. July 12th. A basketball match against Sacred Heart Convent was to have been held to-day, but was postponed on account of rain. July 19th. Our basketball team was defeated by that of the Sacred Heart Convent in a match played after school to-day, the score being 29 goals to 22. The junior tennis match was postponed owing to rain. July 31st. To-day we listened to an interesting talk on Malta by Captain Curmi. His aim, he told us,

THE LUCERNIAN was to give to the people of Australia a clearer impression of his country, so that a greater understanding could be created between Malta and Australia. He first gave us a brief resume of the history of Malta, and told how, by free choice, it eventually came to be a member of the British Empire in 1900. He then went on to show us how bravely it had stood through the war, and how it has helped the Allies. Left practically without defences during the period when the forces of the Axis were concentrated on Britain, she was bombed and later blockaded, after interference with German shipping lines to North Africa. After a period, during which the rations had become so low that the people were told not to exercise themselves, the Maltese will never forget that the first relief came from Australia. The King showed the admiration of Britain for these people by presenting them with the George Cross, and the other nations have sent badges and letters of appreciation for Malta's contribution towards winning the war.

July 20th. A hockey match against the Geelong High School was played after school. The score was two goals to one in favour of the High School. July 21st. Ten senior girls played in a tennis tournament at the " Hermitage " to-day, conducted by the Sub-Intermediate Form girls. We congratulate Pat Cassidy and B. McKay on their success. July 26th. A tennis match against Geelong College which was to have been held after school to-day was postponed. July 27th. A group of very interesting French plays was presented this afternoon by Miss Botterill's French Classes. These plays had previously been presented at the " French Soiree " held at Geelong College on July 14th, and were most enjoyable. July 28th. The Leaving and Matriculation French Classes went to Melbourne to-day to see " La Poudre Aux Yeux," presented at the Union Theatre. It was a most interesting play. August 4th. Members of the Matriculation Form attended a most interesting and informative debate on the subject that " Ethics play a greater part than Commerce," held at Geelong College. Their opponents, Melbourne Grammar School, who took the affirmative, won the debate. August 13th. There was a feeling of unrest, owing to the news that the end of the Pacific War was imminent. Special mention of this was made in our morning Assembly.

August 14th. This afternoon we were honoured by a visit from Leonard Hungerford, who is very shortly to travel to America to continue his studies. August 15th. The long-awaited news was received this morning. The announcement was suppressed for a short time at School owing to one of the forms being engaged in an examination. When the news finally " leaked out," there was great jubiliation and celebration. A short service of thanksgiving was held in the Assembly Hall, after which the day girls left for home. August 16th. V.P. Day Holiday. To-day was declared a public holiday for the celebration of peace. In the evening some of the senior girls attended a most enjoyable dance held at Geelong College. August 21st. Our School dramatic performance was to have been held this evening, but was postponed owing to illness. August 22nd. A basketball match against Geelong High School was played after school to-day. The High School was successful, the scores being 15 goals to 14. August 28th. The School dramatic performance, which was postponed from last week, and was to have been held to-night, was cancelled again owing to illness of some of the cast. August 29th. Several most enjoyable plays were presented after • school to-day. These were " Freckles," " A Night at the Inn," and " A Fruity Melodrama," and all proved to be most amusing. A collection was made, and the sum of £2/4/3 was raised for our patriotic funds. August 30th. End of second term. Before mark reading to-day a special service was held. Miss Shaw pointed out the significance of the fact that for many girls this was their first School Assembly to be held in peace time. Miss Shaw spoke to us about continuing to help those overseas who have suffered more than we have, and hoped that we would continue to raise money for our patriotic funds. She suggested that we place some peace memorial in the School as a token of our gratitude. TERM III. September 15th. Commencement of third term. This afternoon our School play, " The Brontes of Haworth Parsonage," which was cancelled last term owing to illness, was presented to the School.

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September 19th. This evening we presented " The Brontes of Haworth Parsonage " to our parents and friends. A collection was made to defray expenses. September 22nd. The Junior and Senior Athletics Teams competed in flag races against the " Hermitage " to-day. Both teams were defeated. September 26th. The test examinations began to-day. October 5th. The test examinations finished to-day. October 6th. The heats for our athletic sports were held this morning. October 7th. Annual Church Service. This evening our Annual Church Service was held at St. David's Church, Newtown. The service was conducted by Padre Gordon Powell, of the R.A.A.F. During the service, Padre Powell read to us the passage of "The Ten Virgins," and interpreted it, telling us of a wedding which he attended in Egypt. The ceremony lasted for a week, and was preceded by days of feasting and entertainment. Padre Powell attended one of these evenings, and found it to consist of three-hour performances of singing and playing stringed instruments. Padre Powell based his sermon on our School motto, " Sint Lucernae Ardentes," or " Let your lamps be burning." He had with him a small earthenware lamp, which had been recovered while excavating the pool of Bethesda, in Jerusalem. This lamp was similar in design to the lamp depicted in our School crest, and Padre Powell liked to believe it may have belonged to one of the ten virgins. He then interpreted the lamp in three ways, as the lamp of learning, the lamp of worship,

and the lamp of love. Padre Powell told us that we must always strive to keep our lamps alight and burning, and by reference to the film, " Mrs. Miniver," he gave us stirring examples of people who have done so. The senior girls sang " How Lovely are the Messengers " and the School rendered the School hymn. After the singing of " Onward, Christian Soldiers," the service was closed with the Benediction and the vesper, " Now on Land and Sea Descending." October '13th. Annual Athletic Sports. Another successful Sports Day was held to-day, Ardens winning the Margaret Shannon Cup. October 18th. This evening girls from Sub-Intermediate upwards attended the presentation of " Julius Caesar " by boys of Geelong Grammar School in their school hall. It was an excellent production, and we would like to lcongratulate the boys on their success. The play was held in aid of the " Save the Children Appeal." October 23rd. A visit was received this morning from Miss Crump, of the Training College. She told us of the life at the training college, and interested many girls in this vocation. October 27th. The Combined Sports at P.L.C., in which we were to compete to-day, were postponed until November 10th, owing to rain. November 10th. We enjoyed our visit to P.L.C., " Heatherset," and participation in the Combined Sports. Our congratulations go to M.L.C., the winning school. November 12th. The magazine went to print.

SCHOOL NOTES During the early part of the year we were influence has already been felt by the girls sorry to hear that Mr. Waters was not yet and members of the staff alike. well enough to begin his work as School ChapUnfortunately, we also lost another member lain. His place was filled, however, by Mr., of the staff this year. Miss Haase, who has Day, whose constant help and interest in been with us for so long that she had come " Morongo " have always been appreciated. Mr. to be regarded as the friend of every member Waters is now back with us once again, and of the School, has now resigned from the it is with pleasure that we welcome him each teaching staff. We hope, however, that if we Tuesday morning. have lost Miss Haase as our teacher, we have Owing to ill-health Miss Pillow was forced not lost her as our friend. She will always be to leave us during the year, but we all hope remembered by us, and we hope that she will that it will not be long before she is well visit us on every possible occasion. At the end of last year Miss Munday, Mrs. enough to rejoin us once more. We should like to welcome Miss Gerrand, who has re- Shiels and Mrs. Muller also left us. Miss Macplaced Miss Pillow. Although she has only Kenzie, who so efficiently filled the place of been in the School for a short time, her kindly Mrs. Muller, remained until only half-way

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Back Row (Left to Right): J. Murray, J. McDonald, M. Toyne, R. Macmillan Front Row : D. Kendall, S. McKinnon, B. McDonald

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Back Row (Left to Right): J. Murray, M. Moseley, D. Kendall, P. Bull, M. Toyne Front Row : M. Wilson (Editress), J. McDonald, A. Margetts (Editress)

THE LUCERNIAN through third term. We should like to thank Mrs. Muller most sincerely for returning to help us during the period between Miss MacKenzie's departure and the arrival of a new Bursar. We should like to welcome Miss Leigh, who has recently joined the staff as our Bursar. Miss Apted, Miss Botterill, Miss Field and Pam Rowley, one of our Old Girls, are new members whom we welcome to the staff. During third term we heard the glad news of the safe return of Miss Veitch's brother and Mrs. Wallis' husband from the prison camps of the East. We feel that special thanks are due to Miss Brownlow and Mrs. Thomas for helping us during the absence of these two members of staff. Several gifts were received by the School this year, for which special thanks and appreciation are given. One of last year's pupils, Judith Beach, presented us with an electric clock, and Mrs. A. J. Johnson, the mother of

another of our Old Girls, is arranging for the gift of a lectern, from which the prefects will read during morning Assembly. We should like to take this opportunity of thanking the members of the School Council for all their thought and generosity throughout the year. To them and to all the friends of the School who have remembered us, we owe our gratitude.

NELL MORETON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP To Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Moreton we offer our sincere sympathy in the loss of their daughter, Nell, a member of the W.R.A.N.S., who died on active service in February of this year. We deeply appreciate the generous gift of £1,000 made by Mr. and Mrs. Moreton for the foundation of a scholarship to be called " The Nell Moreton Memorial Scholarship."

HOUSE NOTES The Inter-House Competitions have been keenly contested this year. This has been due mainly to the efforts of the House Captains and to the support given to Miss Parrett and the House Mistresses. The following houses are to be congratulated upon their successes in the various fields of School activity :— Marion Rankin Shield for Basketball—Harris. Eva Miller Shield for Swimming—Ardens. Eileen Buckhurst Shield for Baseball—Lawson and Roslyn. Mrs. H. B. Simpson Junior Tennis Cup—Roslyn Margaret Shannon Memorial Cup for Athletics—Ardens. Hitchcock Tennis Cup—Lawson. Charles Neville Cup for Inter-House Sport— Roslyn. Pettitt Shield for Work—Results incomplete. Mrs. Lewis Hurst's Cup for Work and Sport— Results incomplete. Choral Competition Shield—Ardens.

ARDENS HOUSE This year we decided that Ardens should have a motto, and as a result we hope that all members of Ardens will remember to " Seek Wisdom." We would like to congratulate our last year's House Captain, Marie Wilson, on being appointed Senior Prefect this year—a position which she has ably filled. We should also like to take this opportunity to welcome all new girls to the house, and we are glad to see that they are already helping to keep the Ardens flag flying. In sport this year great enthusiasm has been shown. We were fortunate in winning the swimming sports, and we extend our congratulations to the champions, N. Wallace and J.

Winstanley, who are both members of Harris. M. Wilson and J. Bowman, members of Ardens, were runners-up. We should like to congratulate Roslyn on winning the Junior Tennis Cup, Roslyn and Lawson on winning the Baseball Shield, Lawson- on winning tlie Senior Tennis Cup, and Harris on winning the Basketball Shield. Harris was also successful in the inter-house hockey matches, which were played for the first time this year. Our boarders were fortunate in winning the Inter-House Choral Competitions, which were held during second term. Sports Day proved a memorable one for all Ardens girls, as we were successful in gaining the highest number of points, and will hold the Margaret Shannon Memorial Cup for 194-6. We congratulate the champions, M. Toyne, P. Cassidy, J. Dyson, J. McKenzie and three of the runners-up, J. Baker, A. Williams and J. Wills, are members of Ardens. We all wish to thank Miss Wood, Miss Pillow, Miss Gerrand and Mrs. Wallis for their continued interest in, and support of, the house, and we sincerely hope that Miss Pillow, who was forced to leave us for health reasons, is regaining her health, and will soon be back with us again. Patricia Bull.

HARRIS HOUSE " Not failure but low aim is crime." Although we have not been successful in all spheres of school life, our members have shown much interest and enthusiasm. We heartily congratulate Ardens on winning both swimming and athletic sports, and are pleased that we obtained third and second

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places respectively in the results. For the swimming we congratulate both Nancy Wallace and Jan Winstanley, the two champions. For success in athletics we extend our congratulations to all champions and runners-up, especially Joan Dyson, under 14 champion, and Nancy Wallace, runner-up in the open ; both these girls are Harris members. This year we have proved quite successful in the competitions for the Work and Sport Shield, being first in first term and second in second term. Needless to say, we are eagerly awaiting the results of this final term. Baseball matches played during first term were won by Lawson and Roslyn. Harris obtained second place. The House Choral Competitions were held during second term. Harris came equal third. We congratulate the members of Ardens on their success. During second term basketball matches were contested. Harris was very successful in this sphere, and so we hold the shield for the forthcoming year. Hockey matches, too—the first played for many years—were taken up with much interest. In these also we were successful, winning all three matches. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our House Mistresses, Miss Evans, Miss Sutherland, Miss Field and Miss Parkinson, who have always been willing to assist us. To the girls who are leaving, we wish the best of luck in whatever work they are taking up, and to those who are returning there is the task of helping new girls on their way and upholding the motto of our house. Nancy Wallace. LAWSON HOUSE This year Lawson girls have competed very keenly against the other houses in the various branches of sport, and have also done their best in the classrooms, though these results were not so happy as the ones on the playing fields. We were successful in drawing with Roslyn for the Baseball Shield and winning the Senior Tennis Cup. We would like to congratulate Ardens on winning both the Swimming Shield and the Margaret Shannon Cup for Athletics—a really fine effort. Roslyn was successful in winning the Junior Tennis,

and Harris the basketball. To both these houses we extend our congratulations. We welcome Miss Botterill to the house this year, and would like to thank her and our other staunch supporters, Miss Ray and Mrs. Kennedy, for their help. We should also like to welcome all girls who are newcomers to Lawson this year. I should like to thank all Lawson girls, new and old, for their enthusiasm and the keen house spirit shown by them throughout the year. I wish every success to those leaving, and may those returning keep the green flag flying high. Margaret Toyne. ROSLYN HOUSE Although Roslyn has not scored many victories in school activities this year, it is not as a result of a lack of interest shown by the members of the house, as all have shown their loyalty, and have supported the house in all phases of school life. We welcome all new girls to the house this year, and are glad that they have taken such an enthusiastic part in all its activities. We wish to congratulate Ardens House on being successful in winning both the swimming and the athletic sports. We also must extend our congratulations to the champions of these sports. Although Roslyn did not distinguish itself in these sports, every girl did her best, and with perseverance we may be more successful in the future. Also, our congratulations must go to the houses which won the baseball, basketball and tennis competitions. Our junior tennis team did very well this year, once again winning the Junior Tennis Cup. Roslyn members would like to thank Miss Hope for the valuable support she has given us throughout the year, also Mrs. Hardy and Miss Veitch, whose aid and interest have been greatly appreciated by all members of this house. To those members leaving school we wish the best of luck for their future success, while we have no doubt that those returning will do their utmost to keep the blue flag flying by upholding our motto " It's Roslyn ! Roslyn Forever ! " Shirley McKinnon.

PREFECTS' NOTES Four new prefects, P. Bull, A. Margetts, M. Noel and N. Wallace, were appointed early in the year, as only one of last year's prefects returned. The induction service for the prefects held on March 1st was conducted by the Rev. W. H. Waters. D. Kendall, B. McDonald. J. L. McDonald, S. McKinnon, R. Macmillan, J. Murray and M. Toyne were appointed as probationer-prefects,

On April 25th, in the afternoon, we were the guests of the Old Girls at a most enjoyabk " Back-to-School " Day, when tennis matches were played. In the evening the prefects and a number of the girls attended a dance at Geelong College, held by the boys of Warrinn House. For both these welcome and muchappreciated invitations our thanks are due.

THE LUCERNIAN The following Saturday the prefects and senior girls held a dance in the School Hall. Unfortunately, Miss Shaw was unable to be present, but we are very grateful to Miss Hope, to those who catered so well for our supper, and to those girls who gave such willing assistance and aided in the organising of our dance. The " Hermitage " prefects and boys from Geelong ''College were our guests. Early in second term we attended a &wee held at the " Hermitage." We had a most enjoyable evening, and would all like to thank our hostesses most sincerely. The day girl prefects, on Saturday June 23rd, assisted with the afternoon tea at a most successful bazaar held by the " Morongo " Junior Auxiliary in the McPhillimy Hall. On July 11th the staff most kindly consented to play us a game of basketball. They " dressed up," and entered the court in a most professional-like manner, much to the amuse-

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The boarders returned to school on Tuesday, February 13th. First term began with 98 boarders, but during the year some girls left, others came, and now the total is 93. We were sorry to lose three of our junior boarders, who have returned to the British Isles. A tennis tournament was arranged for the first Saturday to give new and old girls the opportunity of growing to know one another. On the second Saturday a picnic was held at Eastern Beach. Much to our disappointment, rain fell during the afternoon, and we returned earlier than had been anticipated. A picnic to Torquay was arranged by the members of the Once again School Council during March. rain interfered, but it did not deter us from obtaining the utmost pleasure from the day. Our sincere thanks are due to all the Council members and to all the members of the staff, under whose guidance plans went very smoothly. Matriculation and Sixth Form boarders were taken to see " Jane Eyre " on Saturday, 17th March. Arrangements were also made for Matriculation girls to see " Gaslight " and " This Happy Breed " later in the year. Boarders were fortunate this year to attend both the heats and finals of the Head of the

ment of all. A collection was made, and the sum of £2 was raised for our patriotic funds. Although the prefects were successful, the match was keenly contested, and we would like to thank the staff for this opportunity of matching our skill with theirs. Invitations have been received by the prefects and some of the senior girls to a dance being held on November 10th by the Geelong College prefects ; this should prove most enjoyable. To those prefects who will be returning and to our successors we wish the best of luck for 1946, and we know that they too will receive and be grateful for, as we are, the continued guidance of Miss Shaw and the members of staff, which makes it possible for us to carry out our small part in the life of the School and endeavour to keep burning the light of our lamp. Marie Wilson.

River Race, and we extend our thanks to those concerned with all preparations for these enjoyable afternoons. On Saturday, 22nd April, the senior members of the Student Christian Movement attended a lecture by Bishop Moyes, of Armidale, at the Geelong Theatre. Eight senior girls attended another lecture, " Youth Speaks to Youth," at St. David's Sunday School Hall later in second term. Old Collegians' Day was held on April 28th. Miss Pratt was fortunately able to attend and mix with the large number of Old Collegians present. Tennis matches were played during the afternoon. This year our School dance was held on May 5th. The " Hermitage " prefects and the boys

of Geelong College were our guests. We wish to express our gratitude to Miss Hope and the willing band of girls who helped to make the evening a success. During the year several girls attended dances arranged by the members

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of Mackie, Warrinn and Senior Houses, Geelong College. During the last week of first term, all boarders were thrilled to learn that the wireless for the Hospital had arrived. A fund to obtain the wireless was opened last year. Our sincere thanks are due to a great friend of the School, Mr. Bell, through whose interest we received the wireless earlier than was expected. A few boarders attended a French Night at Geelong College on July 14th, and later,. on July 28th, the senior French students attended a play at the University. We are grateful to Miss Botterill, who made possible our trip to Melbourne. V.E. Day, Wednesday, 12th May, was perhaps the most important day of first term. There was great excitement everywhere, and in the afternoon boarders attended the service at Kardinia Park. The news of the Japanese surrender on August 15th, was received with great applause by the whole school. As the news came through in the morning, that afternoon and the following days were declared holidays. Boarders joined in the service at Kardinia Park on the Wednesday afternoon, and in the evening a group of girls conducted a talent quest.

basketball and hockey teams came down from Clarendon, when matches were played, and a happy day was enjoyed. We were pleased to attend the presentation of " Disraeli " by the " Hermitage " Dramatic Club. This play and another, " The Maker of Dreams," were thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. On Thursday, October 18th, members of the Senior and Middle Schools were fortunate in attending a performance of Shakespeare's " Julius Caesar " by the boys of the Geelong Grammar School. This was an outstanding success, and the boys are to be congratulated on their performance. The Geelong College presentation of " Princess Ida," a Gilbert and Sullivan opera, was thoroughly enjoyed by all the boarders. During the year, especially in first and second terms, various clubs have played an active part in the life of the House. The Dramatic Club has had a very successful year, due to the enthusiastic guidance of Miss Hope and the girls in charge of the groups. On Saturday, July 28th, six one-act plays were presented. They were "A Dream Come True," " Freckles," "A Night at the Inn," " The Dear Departed," " The Man in the Bowler Hat,". and " A Fruity Melodrama."

A picnic to Flinders Peak, in the You Yangs, was arranged for the Thursday, where a very pleasant day was spent. Our gratitude is extended to Miss Shaw and to all those responsible for the arrangements. In the evening several girls attended an informal dance at Geelong College. This year all boarders attended the " Hermitage " annual athletic sports, held at the Corio Oval, and the Geelong College sports, held in the school grounds. A few boarders attended a tennis tournament at the " Hermitage " on August 18th. On June 30th the

The Lucernian Club, the object of which is to give girls confidence in public speaking, has been continued this year. We congratulate the girls in charge, who have carried on when support has been lacking. The Bicycle Club, under the guidance of Miss Parrett and other interested staff members, has been much appreciated, especially among the juniors. Golf, a new pastime introduced last year, has been continued this year. Girls have become members of the Bell Park Golf Club, and play each Saturday morning.

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It is due to the care of Miss Pillow, Miss Gerrand, Mrs. Kennedy, and all members of the staff that the boarders have been safely guided through another year. Those of us who are leaving extend our very best wishes to next year's Boarding House, with every possible success in all its activities. Mary Noel.

At the beginning of second term we were sorry to learn that Miss Pillow was unable to carry on the duties of Matron. Although she is not with us now, we know that her connection with the School, built up over a number of years, will continue, for we have been pleased to see her back at various School activities. In her place we welcome Miss Gerrand, who has capably taken over all the duties. 0

HOSPITAL NOTES This year we were able to obtain the longworked-for Hospital wireless. As the result of the many and varied efforts made by the boarders, we managed to raise £14/4/3, but without the co-operation and generosity of Mr. Bell, the purchase of the wireless would have been impossible. Mr. Bell and Mr. McRae made the wireless for us, charging us only for the materials, and they have offered to service it free of charge whenever the need arises. The wireless has brightened considerably the otherwise dull life in hospital. On behalf of the girls I extend to Mr. Bell and Mr. McRae our sincere thanks for their help and interest throughout the year. Early in the year a most-needed and useful gift was given by Dorothy Brebner, in the form of a writing desk. Another bed was given by the Misses Jean, Heather and Megan

Bowring. Also Jean McPhee has given us a very attractive flower bowl for the desk. Messrs. Turnbull and Berryman donated a folding bed-screen to the Hospital, and Mrs. R. G. McPhee has given us some very attractive floral linen with which to cover the screen. As the Hospital had no bookcase, Mrs. Kennedy and Miss Bechervaise very kindly donated some bookshelves. We have now only to fill the shelves with books, which will provide many pleasant hours for those in hospital. To Peg Riddoch we are grateful for our first contribution towards the Hospital Library. To all who have taken such an interest in the Hospital we would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation of their support. We would also like to thank Mrs. Kennedy and Miss Gerrand for all their work and service throughout the year. Dorothy Kendall.

KINDERGARTEN NOTES This year again we have had a record attendance in both Kindergarten and Nursery rooms, so every available space in classrooms and playground is being used. We were very sorry to say good-bye to Mrs. Naylor, better known to us as Miss Radford, at the end of first term. We wish her every happiness. During second term we had the Kindergarten and Nursery rooms painted inside, and we are all very pleased with the new colour scheme and with the Caneite boards round the walls, where we can pin our pictures. We thank the Council, too, for the gift of gas-heaters, which were much appreciated during the winter months. The Junior Auxiliary once again has been most generous, and we are most grateful especially for the wireless set, which was given to us in second term. This is used in the Kindergarten and Nursery rooms, and we are now able to listen to all school broadcasts.

GARDENS We have had a good display of flowers and vegetables in our gardens, and have great fun these days taking turns with the watering-can.

SPORTS Because of limited space at the Kindergarten, we had a number of practices at Kardinia Park before going to the Senior School for the sports. We think this helped us a great deal with our running, and we all had a very happy day.

HOBBIES DAY We are all working hard and looking forward to Hobbies Day, which is to be held soon. We are having our own Hobbies Day at the Kindergarten this year instead of taking our work to the big School. We have had a very happy year in our work at school, and have had a number of excursions and a picnic, which we enjoyed very much. Eight girls are leaving us at the end of the year to go to Senior School, and although we shall miss them very much, we know they will be happy there. It is not long till the end of the year now, and we are looking forward to our Christmas party at the big School. We wish everyone a very happy time.

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SWIMMING SPORTS

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The swimming sports, held on March 15th, The were keenly contested. Parents and visitors eagerly lined the pool. Ardens once again was successful in winning the Ena Miller Shield, with an aggregate of 65 points. Lawson followed, with 521 points, then Harris, with 52 points, and Roslyn, with 381 points. Our congratulations are extended to the champions : Senior, Nancy Wallace; runner-up, Marie Wilson. Junior, Jan Winstanley; runner-up, Janet Bowman. This year a swimming team from the " Hermitage " was invited to compete against our team. We were also invited to swim against them at their sports. Each time they were successful. Nancy Wallace.

On Saturday, October 13th, our Annual Athletic Sports were held. We were particularly lucky in that the day was fine and quite warm, and favourable for the running of sports. The field was brightly decorated with the usual house flags and colours, and the numerous spectators added to the air of gaiety. We reverted to the former idea of " picnic sports " this year, the School kindly providing hot water and milk for our parents and friends. Once again there was keen competition between the houses, Ardens gaining the Margaret Shannon Cup, with 2011 points. Harris was second, with 1763: points, Roslyn third, with 1541 points, and Lawson fourth, with 1334 points. We should like to congratulate the successful house and also the champions, who were as follow :—Senior, M. Toyne; Inter-

THE LUCERNIAN mediate, P. Cassidy; Junior, J. Dyson; Preparatory, J. McKenzie. A particularly interesting feature of our sports this year was the Invitation Flag Race, in which the junior and senior teams from the

" Hermitage," Sacred Heart Convent, and the Geelong High School competed. In the junior event the Geelong High School was successful, defeating the " Hermitage," Sacred Heart Convent, and " Morongo " teams in that order. In the senior race we were fortunate in narrowly defeating the Geelong High School team, which was closely followed by the " Hermitage " and Sacred Heart Convent. We should like to congratulate the various teams and thank them for participating in this event in our sports. On Saturday, September 22nd, we were invited to run against the " Hermitage " teams in their Annual Athletic Sports. We would like to congratulate both their senior and junior teams, who were successful in defeating us. This year we have been invited to compete in combined sports being held at P.L.C., at " Heatherset," on October 27th. This should prove to be most interesting and, we hope, most successful. We would like to thank the members of staff and girls who co-operated so well with Miss Parrett and ensured the success of the sports; we are all most grateful to Miss Parrett for all her work in connection with the sports and for the training of our athletic teams. Marie Wilson.

BASEBALL This year baseball has been played very keenly. Not only the School teams but the School as a whole has shown interest in this branch of sport. Several matches were played by both senior and junior teams during first term. The senior team had an especially enjoyable day at " Clarendon." Results of matches played during first term : " Morongo " d. Sacred Heart Convent, 35-10 runs. " Morongo " C.. " Clarendon," 33-15 runs. " Hermitage " d, " Morongo," 25-14 runs.

Results of junior matches :— " Hermitage " d. " Morongo," 35-14 runs. " Morongo " d. Sacred Heart Convent, 42-25 runs. The house matches were played with enthusiasm, and Lawson and Roslyn were successful in winning the Baseball Shield. I would like to congratulate the following girls, who were chosen to play in the School team, and thank them for their willing cooperation : S. McKinnon, M. Toyne, N. Wallace, P. Bull, V. Gallagher, V. Welsh, E. Block, B. McDonald, G. Rogers, B. Macfarlane, and S. Sillett. Margaret Toyne.

BASKET-BALL This year a keen interest has been shown in bas.ket-ball by everyone, and as well as the inter - house matches, several inter - school matches have been played. The Senior School team was 'fortunate in being able to play three inter-school matches. Firstly, we played " Clarendon," and were successful, the score being 26 goals to 10. Secondly, our team was defeated by the Sacred Heart Convent, who successfully gained 14 goals to our 10. The third match was played against the Geelong High School, and after a most exciting game, we were defeated, 15 goals to 14. The following girls have been included in the School team, and we should like to congratulate them on their efforts : S. McKinnon, A. Margetts, N. Wallace, M. Galbraith, M, Toyne, M, Wilson and P. Bull,

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The under 15 team was able to play two matches. In the first match, which was against the Sacred Heart Convent, our team was defeated, the scores being 29 goals to 22. In the second match, held against the Geelong High School, our team was successful, winning the match by 23 goals to their opponents' 18. The under 13 team also played two matches. In a match held against the " Hermitage," our team was successful, the score being 9 goals to 5. A match against the Sacred Heart Convent resulted in a win for them, as they gained 30 goals to our 9. The house matches have been played .as usual with much excitement and interest. We congratulate Harris House on their success in winning the Basket-ball Shield. Patricia Bull.

TENNIS This year we have had only four matches, although several have been planned already for this term. During first term a supplementary team played the Old Collegians, and succeeded in defeating them, the score being 28-26 games. Good tennis playing was displayed in the house competitions, which were contested during first term, and we have to extend our congratulations to Lawson and Roslyn, who won the Senior and Junior Tennis Cups, respectively. In second term we played two inter-school matches—one against " Clarendon," whom we defeated 32 games to 25, and the other against the " Hermitage," who defeated us 32 to 25 games. During the second term representatives of " Morongo," Geelong College and Geelong Grammar School played in a tennis tournament held by the " Hermitage." Patricia Cassidy and her partner were the victors. This term we have already played one match against Geelong College. Its members were successful, the scores being 48 to 26 games. At present the School senior and junior championships are being played, and everyone is entering wholeheartedly into the contest. We should like to congratulate the following girls on being chosen for the School team: J. Murray, P. Warren, B. McDonald, P. Cassidy, M. Toyne, N. Wallace, P. Bull and S. McKinnon. Shirley McKinnon.

HOCKEY The enthusiasm for hockey has been maintained this year. We have enjoyed matches with the " Hermitage," Geelong Ladies' Club, Geelong High School, Y.W.C.A., and " Clarendon." Results were as follow

" Hermitage " d. " Morongo," 3 goals to 1. "Morongo " d. " Hermitage," 2 goals to 1. " Morongo " d. Geelong Ladies' Club, 6 goals to nil. High School d. " Morongo," 2 goals to 1. " Moron go " d. Y.W.C.A., 2 goals to 1. Morongo " d. " Clarendon," 2 goals to 1. This year, on account of the enthusiasm of all girls for hockey, house matches were instituted. Harris was the most successful in these matches, and we should like to congratulate its members on their success. Our heartiest congratulations go to the following girls, who were members of the School team : Dorothy Wilson, Clair Wilson, Marion McKenzie, Dawn Grundy, Patricia Cassidy, Margaret Ellis, Margery Barnes, Winifred Mitchell, Ruth Macmillan, Audrey Margetts, and Enid Block. In conclusion, we should like to thank Miss Parrett for her great interest and her invaluable help in the coaching of the hockey team, and also Miss Ray for her kindness in umpiring the house matches on several occasions. Dawn Grundy.

SCHOOL COLOURS Swimming : M. Wilson, N. Wallace, J. Arnoldt, J. Winstanley. Basket-ball : N. Wallace. Baseball: S. McKinnon, B. McDonald. Hockey : D. Grundy, C. Wilson, D. Wilson. Tennis : S. McKinnon. Athletics.: M. Toyne, N. Wallace, M. Wilson, P. Bull. HOUSE COLOURS ARDENS Baseball: M. Wilson. Basket-ball : Jennie McDonald, P. Warren. Tennis : B. McDonald, P. Bull. Athletics : J. Baker. HARRIS Swimming : J. Winstanley. Baseball : V. Gallagher, N. Wallace, A. Margetts, V. Welsh. Basket-ball: M. Galbraith, A. Margetts. Tennis : N. Wallace, Z. Friedman. Athletics : N. Wallace. LAWSON Baseball : E. Block, G. Rogers, M. Gray. Basket-ball : D. Grundy, J. Murray. Tennis : J. Murray, M. Toyne. ROSLYN Baseball : M. Noel. Basket-ball : M. Noel, L. Morwick. Tennis : L. Morwick. Athletics : P. Cassidy,

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M. Wilson (Captain), N. Wallace, D. Barnes, M. Toyne, P. Bull, M. Noel, M. Galbraith, j. Baker

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During the year the various school activities have been discussed at the Forum meetings, which have been held regularly each Monday. The prefects, house captains, vice-captains, and forum representatives have attended the meetings, at which Miss Shaw and Miss Hope have presided. After the discussion of the general business, the house captains have recorded the lists of debits and credits received during the previous week. We would like to thank Miss Shaw for her interest and support and for all she has done to make our school activities a success.

This year study circles have been held on Sunday evenings, as the week-days were found to be too fully occupied. At the first meeting the following girls were appointed officebearers : President, Mary Noel; Secretary and Treasurer, Dorothy Kendall; and as members of the Committee, Jennie McDonald and Peg Riddoch. The members were divided into two groups under the guidance of Miss Hope and Miss Veitch. The Senior Circle studied " Venturing," and the Junior Circle " The Liberation of Mankind," by Van Loon. We have also read " The Man Born to be King," by Dorothy Sayers, and " Belief in God," by Bishop Gore. During the " Religion and Life " Week, held in Geelong, we were fortunate enough to be able to attend the last of a series of lectures held at the Geelong Theatre. The lecture we heard was entitled " Christ and the Individual," and was given by Bishop Moyes, of Armidale. Dr. Carrington also spoke on " Christ in the Home." Just before the second term holidays, several of the girls were able to attend a lecture entitled " Youth Speaks to Youth." Among subjects discussed was " The Christian Atmosphere in the Home and in Industry." Later in the term we were fortunate enough to receive a visit from Miss Francis Paton, the Travelling Secretary of the Student Christian Movement. These lectures gave us ample subject for thought and discussion. We are grateful to Miss Hotchin, who spent an evening with us and taught us some delightful international folk songs. Miss Shaw has always been very interested in our circles, and as our Patron, we wish to thank her sincerely. To Miss Hope and Miss Veitch we would like to express our sincere thanks for their help and guidance throughout the year. Dorothy Kendall.

DRAMATIC NOTES " The Brontes of Haworth Parsonage," by Elizabeth Goudge, was the play chosen this year by the members of the Dramatic Club. The story deals with the life of the two famous English novelists, the Bronte sisters, and it is perhaps for this reason that it first attracted our interest. All those who have read Emily's " Wuthering Heights " and Charlotte's " Jane Eyre " could not fail to be caught in the spell of the strange atmosphere which so influenced all who came in contact with it, and which is conveyed through the writings of the two authoresses. As it may be supposed, the play was difficult for an amateur cast, but each girl played her part with enthusiasm, and the performance was highly successful. The rehearsals were also greatly enjoyed, and much valuable experience was gained from them. It was arranged that the performance should be given in the McPhillimy Hall, but owing to illness amongst the members of the cast, the play was twice postponed, and was eventually held in the School Hall on Wednesday night, 19th September, for the parents and friends of the School. A performance had been given for the girls and members of staff on the previous Tuesday afternoon. We are all very grateful for the valuable help and training given to us by Miss Apted. This has been Miss Apted's first year with us, and we hope that her relations with us have been as happy as ours with her. Special thanks are also given to Miss Veitch for her interest and help with the scenery and furnishings, and to all programme sellers, ushers, and people who helped in other ways. This year we were sorry to say " good-bye " to Miss Haase, whose enthusiasm and skill in production have been responsible for our successes in the past. We feel that it is she who so firmly established the interest in dramatic work in the School until it has risen to its present height. We are so glad that she was present on the Tuesday afternoon and able to see the play before she left. Audrey C. Margetts.

MUSICAL ACTIVITIES MUSIC CLUB As 1945 draws to a close, it is with pleasure that we report that this year musical activities have flourished under the leadership of Miss Wadelton. The following committee was elected early in the year : President, Miss Wadelton; VicePresidents, Miss Heard, Miss Littleton and Miss Drew; Secretary and Treasurer, Dorothy Kendall; and as representatives of the houses, Jennie McDonald, Heather Peden, Ruth Macmillan and Mary Noel. During first term three very enjoyable evenings were spent by all. Mr. Hainy, President of the Geelong Gramophone Club, assisted by

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Mr. Ian Hunt, entertained us with a gramophone recital. Beethoven's Fifth Symphony and the Kreutzer Sonata, by Mozart, were the most popular records. Mr. Hainy presented to the School Library the " Children's Overture," by Roger Quilter, and " The Lark Ascending," by Vaughan Williams. To Mr. Hainy we would like to erpress our sincere thanks for his generou presentations. Miss Littleton and Miss Drew provided a most entertaining evening of songs and piano solos. Later in the term Mr. G. Logie Smith, Music Director at Geelong College, provided an evening of untold enjoyment with a gramophone recital. Mr. Smith, whose items are always very popular, explained and played the themes and various movements before playing the records, thereby making them so much more interesting. Among the records were " The Moldau River," by Smetana; Suite of six Dances, by Peter Warlock; and the Overture to the " Oberon " Opera, by Weber. Early in second term we were entertained by the Belmont Junior Choir. Such a form of entertainment has had no precedent in the annals of the Music Club, and so will be vividly remembered by all. Mrs. Hoe's expressive conducting enabled the conductors of the house choirs to obtain many useful hints about the correct method of conducting. The choir's delightful singing and their clear intonation spurred us on to greater heights. This year the senior music pupils again provided an evening, consisting of quartettes and two-piano duets. We would like to thank Miss Wadelton for all the time and trouble taken to make the evening a success. The principal feature of the Music Club in second term was the House Compbtition. Mrs. Hoe, the conductor of the Belmont Junior Choir, was the adjudicator. Ardens succeeded in winning the Music Shield, Lawson was second, and Harris and Roslyn tied for third. Mrs. Hoe gave us a short talk on the art of conducting, so it is to be hoped that a definite improvement will be noticed next year. As usual, the music examination girls entertained us one evening with their examination pieces. This accustoms them to playing before an audience, as well as proving valuable experience for the candidates. This year it was decided to use some of the money in hand ( £12/4/9) in obtaining a cupboard for our Musical Library. Mr. Ian Hunt very kindly planned and drew for us a cupboard modelled on that owned by the Geelong Grammar School. It is on order at present, and we hope to have it before the end of the year. Miss Shaw has always been very interested in all musical activities, and as Patron of the Music Club we would like to thank her for all her valuable help and assistance throughout

the year.

To Miss Wadelton and the Vice-Presidents we wish to express our sincere thanks for all the time and trouble taken in giving us the opportunity of appreciating good music. Dorothy Kendall.

CHOIR NOTES At the beginning of the year, under the supervision of Miss Littleton, a School choir was formed. So far, the choir has worked well, but there is still room for improvement. The singing in Assembly has reached a higher standard this year, as the choir practises each Friday afternoon the hymns for the following week. Anthems which the choir learned during the year have been rendered in Assembly on several occasions. We would like to take this ,Jvportunity of thanking Miss Littleton for her interest, and hope that under her capable direction the choir will continue its work next year.

ARTS AND CRAFTS With the inclusion of an approved craft in the School curriculum, interest has been stimulated in craftwork this year. Eighteen small looms and one two-shaft loom have been purchased, also the gift of a four-shaft loom has enabled further progress to be made in weaving. Although the donor of this loom is remaining anonymous, we express our sincere gratitude to her and to Mr. Arnott, who so kindly assisted in assembling the parts. Mr. Arnott also gave some yarn for weaving purposes. Although weaving is the main interest, decorative needlework, clay modelling, leatherwork, lino cuts, and glove making all play an important part. An exhibition of all craft work will be held on Friday, 9th November. In connection with this, a hand-woven scarf competition has been arranged. During the year work from the following girls reached such a good standard that it was included in the Melbourne Arts and Crafts Exhibition : J. Evans, Y. Valiance, B. Thornton, L. McNaughton, M. Gaulke and M. Noel were among those whose work was exhibited. All craft work has been conducted under Miss Howard's supervision, and we all owe a great debt to her constant interest and support. We should also like to thank her for making possible a very enjoyable trip to Melbourne, when we visited St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Art Gallery. We should like to take this opportunity of asking old scholars, who perhaps have weaving heddles which they no longer use, if they would allow the School to have the opportunity of purchasing these. The heddles for our looms are now almost impossible to procure. Mary Noel.

THE LUCERNIAN CAMERA CLUB REPORT During the year the club has been extremely active. At the beginning of the year, we were very fortunate in having a demonstration of the developing and printing of films by Mr. Bell. It is owing to his help that we have been able to continue with this work throughout the year. Printing, tinting and developing have been enthusiastically carried on by juniors and seniors during the week-ends this year. Because of the scarcity of films, we have not been able to have the competition which we had anticipated holding during first term; but we are hoping to have it in the near future. At the beginning of this term a printing and tinting competition was held, but the results are not yet complete. There has been a large membership of girls this year. I should like to thank Miss Veitch for her untiring help and interest in the club throughout the year. Betty Thornton.

THE GARDENING CLUB This year we formed a club for the victory garden. A committee of three was elected; it consisted of Ruth Macmillan, Mary Noel and Heather Hore. During first term carrots, peas and radishes were planted, but owing to stray cows breaking in, the garden was spoilt. In second term we started again by planting beans, carrots and pea seeds. We also transplanted some spinach and rhubarb plants, but these slowly died. In early spring the peas were ruined by frost, and we were left with only beans and carrots. The beans soon had pods, and during third term we have been able to supply half the boarders with beans for dinner. The - club has not been very successful this year owing to all its misfortunes, but next year we hope to have better results. The committee would like to thank Miss Veitch for her untiring efforts, and all other girls who have assisted. Heather Hore.

During first term various garments were knitted for the Bethany Babies' Home. Miss Veitch has been in charge of this knitting, and we express our thanks to her. £6/14/4 from the fund was spent in buying the wool. Knitting was done during second term for the bombed-out children of Britain. This was carried on in conjunction with the women of the University, who sponsored the appeal. We are grateful to Miss Sutherland for her willing guidance with this work. £7/10/2 was spent in buying wool. As well as money, a collection of tinned foods for Britain was made. These were sent in answer to an appeal by the Geelong Grammar School. In conjunction with the Grammar School, we also undertook the sewing of lambskin slippers for British children. We are grateful to Miss Shaw for her enthusiasm and help with this work. This year the School has joined the Victoria Birthday League. Individual girls who have joined have promised to bring books on their birthdays. These books are to be divided between the Geelong Free Library and the Victorian Outback Libraries. Day girls' bus collections have been continued this year, and boarders have joined with them for the first time. Boarders have had various other efforts among themselves. This year the Social Service Fund is not as great as in other years, as there were no proceeds from the School play.

Balance Sheet £ s. d. Balance from Last Year .. 8 12 5 Ugly Man Competition .. 3 1 0 •••• Bus and Boarders' Collection 12 2 2 Sale of Sweets .. 11 12 0 .• Pound Money .. 0 12 0 Proceeds from Sale of Pies .. . • • 4 17 8 " Save the Children " Fund .. . 3 1 1 Ministering Children's League . 4 11 7 Geelong Free Library .. 1 1 5 Boarders' Efforts .. 6 7 5 Boarders' Plays .. 2 4 3 Staff v. Prefects' Basket-ball Match 2 2 8 Camera Club .. 0 13 6 Miscellaneous .. 0 8 2 •

SOCIAL SERVICE AND PATRIOTIC FUNDS From various efforts throughout the year the sum of £61/7/4 has been raised. The money raised goes into the General Fund, but at various intervals special efforts have been made for definite causes, such as the Ministering Children's League, the "Save the Children" Fund, and the Geelong Free Library. The sum of £4/11/7 was raised from an inter-form penny drive for the Ministering Children's League; £3/1/1 was raised in collections for the Save the Children " Fund; and £1/1/5 from collections for the Geelong Free

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WAR SAVINGS GROUP This year the War Savings Group has been continued in the usual manner, and a large sum of money has been so far collected. Miss Shaw and Miss Sutherland have given up their time every Thursday at lunch time in order to receive the contributions. We wish to thank them very much, not only for doing this but also for their interest in this important branch of our patriotic activities. The amount of money collected to the end of October was £93/9/9. Audrey Margetts.

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Could any of us imagine a school without a library ? What a dull and uninteresting place it would be. The library is definitely the most indispensable part of school life. In its peaceful atmosphere many enjoyable hours are spent in the quest of education and recreation. Reading not only broadens the outlook but it also cultivates a feeling of understanding and tolerance, qualities which are so necessary if world peace is to be maintained. After years of bloodshed and strife, it is imperative that understanding between all nations be developed, in order to prevent another conflict. Naturally,

the best method of developing the spirit of comradeship between nations is to live and travel amongst their people, but unfortunately the opportunity of travelling is presented to very few. However, by intelligent reading, From books may take the place of travel. their pages we acquire a deep understanding of human nature and its idiosyncrasies, and this understanding will ultimately lead to universal peace. So we, who have the advantage of a fine library, should " read, mark, learn and inwardly digest " what it has to offer, and, by so doing develop an intelligent, tolerant attitude which is conductive to the growth of goodwill amongst nations. This year we have been extremely fortunate in receiving many gifts for the Library. Not only have we received gifts in the form of

books but also two cupboards—one for the junior fiction books (which is a gift from the Old Collegians' Association) and another for senior reference books (which was presented by an anonymous friend of the School). We have received books from Dr. McPhee, Mr. D. F. Neilson, Miss Pillow, Miss Haase, Mrs. Fotheringham, Isabel and Jeanette Arnott, Winifred Brockenshire and Ray Soper, and we should like to thank them for their generosity. At the end of first term we, unfortunately, lost our Librarian, Peg Riddoch ; Lesley McLeod and Mary Moseley were then appointed co-Librarians. We should like to thank the members of the committee for their co-operation, and we all wish to thank Miss Hope for her unceasing assistance and enthusiasm throughout the year. New Books Added to the Library, '1945 Augustus John (Phaidon Series) The Narrative of George Russell. Palgrave's Golden Treasury. English Music (W. J. Turner)

Bede's Ecclesiastical History. Richard Yea and Nay (M. Hewlett). The Good Master (K. Seredy). British Authors (R. Church). The White Cliffs (A. Duer Miller). British Marine Life (C. M. Yonge). Onwards to Victory (W. Churchill). The Bible for To-day (J. Stirling). Other Men's Flowers (A. P. Wavell). The Transforming Friendship (L. D. Weatherhead). The Greatest Thing in the World (H. Drummond). English Essays of To-day. The Testament of Beauty (R. Bridges). My Early Life (W. Churchill). Book of the Year 1944. Three Girls in a Boat (M. C. Fox Smith).

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America's Economic Strength (Hitch). The Church of England (Watson). Colonies (Walker). Shakespeare (Masefield). The Englishman and His History (Butterfield) India (Raman). The New Broom of Prior's Rigg (White). Call No Man Happy (Maurois). Bethlehem (Houseman). Shaping and Making (Lines). The Plays of J. M. Barrie. The Oxford Book of English Verse. Khaki and Green. Scott's Pictorial Calendar. Joan Tours a Hospital (Swinburne). Lassie Come Home (Knight). Nepal—Land of Mystery (Davis). Through China's Wall (Peck). Travers Drake (Mason). Queen Elizabeth (Neale). The Green Years (Cronin). The Passing of the Aborigines (Bates). Pastoral (N. Shute). Holbein's Drawings .at Windsor Castle (Phaidon Series). Jean et Jeanette (Gautier). Tu Viens en Angletree (F. de Grand 'Combe). Histoire d'un Merle Blanc (Musset). Paris et les Parisiene (Reither and Picard). La Comedie (Holland). Short French Plays (Dent). Le Petit Chose Vient a Paris (Daudet). Voyage d'Alexandre Dumas (Mansion). Le Tresor de Chateauvieux (Bon Houre). Contes et Recits (Mansion). Emile et Les Detectives (Kastner). Le Petit Roi D'ys (Toudouge). La Journee d'un Petit Lyceen (Angas). Nouveaux Contes Francais (Ceppi). Coquerico (Saxelby). Pot Pourri (Ewing). Over the Range (Ian Idress).

Doctor Doolittle's Circus (H. Lofting) . Doctor Doolittle's Post Office (H. Lofting). The Elements Rage (F. W. Lane). Dutch Administration in the Netherlands Indies (W. Preger). The Humble Dutch Herring (W. Preger). Modern Painters—Paul Nash (H. Pead). Modern Painters—M. Smith (P. Hendy) . Modern Painters—J. Piper (J. Betyeman). Australian Landscape (M. Morris). John Constable. When Shakespeare Lived in Southwark (E. M. Seth-Smith). Young Bess (M. Irwin). A First Course in Hygiene (Lyster). Hygiene (Thresh). First-Aid to the Injured (Cantlie). They Bought Her a Pony (Cannan). Education for Complete Living (Cunningham). The Outline of English Verse (Cowling). Great Lives of To-day (White). The Chinese (Galbraith). A Macbeth Production (Masefield). The Moon is Down (Steinbeck). Writing To-day (Baker). Atlantic Meeting (Morton). The Age of Catherine de Medici (Neale). Tales of Action (Roe). Tales of Adventure (Roe). French Plays for To-day (Thiery). More Simple French Plays (Titterton). Twelve French Plays (Ceppi). The Evolution of England (Williamson). Dr. Johnson and His Circle (Bailey). Britain and the British People (Barker). History of India, Vols. I. and II. (Dunbar). France (Maillard). Scotland (Finlay). Communism (Laski). Cecil Rhodes (Baker). The Last Rally (Belloc). North Africa (Brodrick). 0

VALETE, 1944 MATRICULATION Forbes, E.—Probationer, House Captain, 1944. Howey, E.—Probationer, Member of School XI., IV. School Colours, XI.; House Colours, IV. Lowson, E.—Head Prefect, 1944; Member of School XI. McDonald, J.—Probationer, Librarian. McKay, R.—Probationer. Noel, J.—Probationer. Winstanley, L.—Prefect, Editress of " Lucernian," Dux of School. LEAVING PASS Beach, J.— Blackwood, H.—Member of School XI. Burch, S.—Member of School IV. School Colours, IV.

Burnside, M.—Member of School XI. School Colours, XI. Christopher, M.—Prefect, 1944; House Captain; Member of School IX.; Captain of BasketVail. School Colours, IX. Dickens, E.—Member Of School VIII., IX., VII., XI.; Captain of Hockey. House Colours, IX. Dickens, J.—Member of School XI., IX. Douglas, B.—Prefect, 1944; House Vice-Captain; Member of School IV., VII., IX., Athletics; School Tennis Champion, 1944; Captain of Tennis. School Colours, IX., IV. Ford, P.— Grenf ell, M.— Hartley, P.— Hildebrand, M., Hodgson, M.—

THE LUCERNIAN Leslie, J.— McKenzie, B.—Member of School XI. McPhee, Y.— Madden, A.— Moller, L.— Morwick, A.— Mosman, M.—House Captain. Osborne, M.— Robertson, P.—Senior Athletics Champion, '44; Member of School Running Team. House Colours, VII. Rowley, P.—Member of School VII. House Colours, VII. Sweetten, G.—Member of School IV., VII. House Colours, VI., VII. INTERMEDIATE Brockenshire, R.— Carr, D.— Cookson, S.— Fagg, F.— Ives, V.— Jackson, B.— Milne, P.— Robertson, F. Robley, J.—Member of School IV., IX. House Colours, IV., IX. School Ross, G. — Captain of Baseball. Colours, IX. Timms, F.—

Umhauer, P.—Probationer; Member of School IV. Webb, M.— SUB-INTERMEDIATE Lawrie, H.— IVA Lynch, J.— Left During 1945 MATRICULATION Riddoch, P.—Librarian. LEAVING PASS Morton, N.— Tregale, P.— INTERMEDIATE Dobbyn, J.— Gray, M.—House Colours, Athletics. Wilson, C.—Member of School XI. Wilson, D.—Member of School XI. SUB-INTERMEDIATE Briggs, P.— Soper, R.— REMOVE Burgess, E.— Steed, A.—Preparatory Athletics Champion. West, V.—

SALVETE, 1945 Leaving—Macfarlane, B.; Putland, J.; Sillett, S. Intermediate—Bell, W.; Fargie, M.; Friedman, R.; McCrabb, P.; McCrabb, M.; McDonald, J.; McDonald, M.; McKenzie, M.; Parker, D.; Stephens, A. Sub-Intermediate — Cannon, J.; Dyson, M.; Elder, A.; Ellis, M.; Gaulke, M.; Houston, L.; Lee, J.; Monk, G.; McKenzie, K.; McLeod, U.; Norman, H.; Orton, L.; Parker, J.; Stevenson, J.; Watts, M.

IVB—Browne, M.; Bunworth, H.; Carr, S.; Kelly, R.; Payne, E.; Smith, E.; Wood, R. Remove—Baxter, E.; Dyson, J.; Freeland, P.; Lehmann, D.; Macdougall, S.; Winsor, E. IIIA and B—Burch, B.; Burrel, D.; Dabb, J.; Jewell, I.; Lewis, M.; McKenzie, J. IIA and B—Cannon, D; Fewtrell, J.; Ford, G.; McLennan, D.; McIntyre, W.; Nicholson, G.; Profitt, H.; Richardson, R.; Rowe, J.; Smail, E.; Turner, J.; Wallace, R.; Wray, A.

SPEECH DAY, 1944 The Annual Speech Day was held in the Plaza Theatre on the afternoon of December 14th. The speaker was the Rt. Rev. Walter McLean, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria, and the President of the School Council, Dr. R. G. McPhee, presided. The afternoon commenced with a musical programme. Some of the girls sang under the direction of Mrs. Thomas, and the School orchestra played two items. The central theme of the Moderator's speech was that all school life should revolve around the chapel. A true religious education,

he declared, was one in which all subjects were taught with a religious background and in a religious atmosphere. Religion is something which must not only be talked about but lived, and he looked forward to the day when the Christian way of life would be taught in all Australian schools. Discussing the place of women in the present world, he told the girls that there would not be homes for all of them in later life, for the flower of Australian manhood had perished during the war. They must therefore concentrate on acting in a womanly manner on all

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Form IVC occasions, no matter whether they should enter Cynthia Wootton, Needlework; Elizabeth professions or become the wives and mothers Fairnie, Scripture; Elizabeth Tarr, Form Prize; of to-morrow. In her Annual Report, Miss Shaw gave Frances Lowson, Form Prize; Pamela Chapspecial mention to the present examination man, Credit Prize. system. She stressed her belief that examinaForm IVB tions were not the essential part of school life, Joy Baker, Handwork; Carleen Bogel, Special but were an evil to be experienced by all who Scripture; Anne Steed, Speech Training; wished to enter the University. She declared Militza Meldrum, Progress Prize; Jean Trethat "Morongo " was not guilty of the accusathowan, Form Prize; Valerie West, Form tion that has been made against many schools, Prize; Kathleen Davis, Musical Appreciation, that examinations were used as a means of Honours; Helen Thomson, Scripture, Honours; advertisement. Joan Wills, Junior Music. The week set aside as " Education Week " Remove II. was, in the opinion of Miss Shaw, one of the main events in the world of education. It repPatricia Jaboor, Dramatic; Thais Wood, resented an attempt to awaken the public to Needlework; Patricia McKay, Scripture; Patsome of the glaring weaknesses in our present ricia Dean, Form Prize; Marjorie Elliott, Form system. If one had judged the effectiveness Prize; Joan Foster, Honours; Margaret Welsh, of the week by the attendance at meetings, it Junior Music. Remove I. might have been considered a glorious failure. This only served to show that the enemies of Deidre Dadds, Needlework; Lynette Madden, educational progress are apathy or conser- Music; Helen Auld, Scripture; Jean Archer, Special Scripture, Form Prize; Margaret Price, vatism. Speech Training, Form Prize; Ray Soper, Miss Shaw reported that the School had this Middle School Arts and Crafts; Janet Field, year evolved a system of parallel forms, thus Music; Alison Williams, Music, Form Prize; lessening the numbers in large forms and en- Noreen Davis, Honour Prize; Marcia Rashabling some girls to work at a slower pace leigh, Honours; Joan Moreton, Dancing. than others. Form Sub-Intermediate Miss Shaw also referred to the School's newJanette Reddie, Music; Marjorie Henry. est assets, the Assembly Hall and the Hospital, Speech Training; Margaret Walker, Violin; and said that every attempt would be made to Lorraine Munro, Junior Lucernian; Dorothy provide a new Preparatory School in the near Macdougall, Junior Boarder's Prize, Form future. She offered her thanks to the members Prize, Music; Lorna McNaughton, Form Prize; of staff for their support during the year, and Isobel Hargreaves, Form Prize; Marjorie bade farewell to the girls who were leaving. Barnes, Form Prize; Joan Handley, Form The various branches of school life and school Prize; Patricia Cassidy, Scripture, Honours. activities were also mentioned. Form V. The scholastic prizes were distributed by Betty Jackson, Chronicle of School Events; Mrs. Walter McLean, wife of the Moderator, and Mrs. L. Mund, President of the Old Col- Valda Gallagher, Senior Camera Club; Florence legians' Association, distributed the sports Fagg, Domestic Science; Freda Timms, Senior Drawing; Heather Lindsay, Progress; Heather prizes. Hore, Scripture; Joan Mockridge, Credit Prize. PRIZE LIST, 1944

Form V2

Form I. Diana Cowan, Musical Appreciation; Jenny David, Lower Form Prize; Pamela Ford, Upper Form Prize.

Dorothy Barnes, Form Prize; Ruth Lowson, Form Prize; Margaret Craig, Dramatic; Elizabeth MacDonald, Speech Training•, Elizabeth McConaghy, Scripture; Heather Peden, Music, Honours; Joanna Pyper, Dancing.

Gerda Nicholson, Musical Appreciation; Jill Ford, Progress; Jeanette Fewtrell.

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Form II.

Form IIIB Davina McIntosh, Arts and Crafts; Barbara Henry, Form Prize; Helen Hirst, Scripture; Rosemary Aikman, Honours; Betty Vincent, Honours.

Form IIIA.

Audrey Madden, Musical Appreciation; Elizabeth Hasler, Dramatic; June Bellew, Arts and Crafts; Pamela Lorimer, Form Prize; Joan Pope, Scripture, Honours.

Mary Noel, Senior Arts and Crafts; Elizabeth Dickins, Progress Prize; Elizabeth McKenzie, Progress Prize; Margaret Burnside, Good Citizen's Prize; Yvonne McPhee, Senior Lucernian; Jean Noel, Music Prize, Boarders' Prize; Shirley Burch, The Misses Keays Memorial Prize; Nancy Wallace, Good Citizen's Prize; Margery Mosman, Music. Special Dramatic, Senior Drawing; Betty Douglas, Senior Camera Club, Good Citizen's Prize; Heather Blackwood, Scripture, Music; Audrey

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Morwick, Credit Prize; Jennie MacDonald, Credit Prize; Haidee Prager Domestic Science Prize, Music; Audrey Margetts, Credit Prize.

Matriculation Form Eva Forbes, Good Citizen's Prize; Esna Howey, Senior Arts and Crafts; Jean

McDonald, Senior Boarders' Prize, Library, Form Prize; Rhonda McKay, Scripture, Credit Prize; Marie Wilson, Form Prize, Prefects' Prize; Erina Lowson, Dramatic Prize, Senior Prefect's Prize; Lorraine Winstanley, Speech Training, Lucernian, Dux of School; Esna Howey, A. C. Harris Prize.

EXAMINATION RESULTS, 1944 INTERMEDIATE Barnes, D.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, British History (Intermediate Certificate). Bauer, E.—English Expression, English Literature, French, British History, Drawing, Musis, Domestic Science. Cameron, M.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, General Science, English Literature, French, British History (Intermediate Certificate). Craig, M.—English Expression, General Science, English Literature, French, Arithmetic, Music. (Intermediate Certificate). Evans, J.—General Science, Arts and Crafts. Fagg, F.—Arithmetic, Music, Domestic Science. Field, J.—English Expression, Maths. A. and Maths. B, General Science, English Literature, French, British History. (Intermediate Certificate). Galbraith, M.—Maths. A, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French. Gallagher, V.—English Expression, English Literature, French, British History. Gurr, J.—English Expression, Maths. A, General Science, English Literature, French, British History. (Intermediate Certificate.) Hore, H.—English Expression, English Literature, British History, Arithmetic, Domestic Science. Ives, V.—British History, Domestic Science. Jackson, B.—English Expression, Geography, English Literature, British History. Jones, A.—English Expression, Maths. A, General Science, English, Literature, British History, Music. (Intermediate Certificate.) Learmonth, J.—English Expression, English Literature, Domestic Science. Lowson, P.—English Expression, Maths. A, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, Drawing. (Intermediate Certificate.) MacLeod, L.—English Expression, General Science, English Literature, British History, Arithmetic, Physical. Education, Music. (Intermediate Certificate.) McConaghy, B.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, British History. (Intermediate Certificate.)

McDonald, E.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, Drawing. (Intermediate Certifioate.) Malseed, D.—English Expression, Maths. A, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, British History. (Intermediate Certificate.) Milne, P.—Geography, Drawing. Mockridge, J.—English Expression, Maths. A, Geography, English Literature, British History, Arithmetic, Music, Domestic Science. (Intermediate Certificate.) Morwick, L.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, Music. (Intermediate Certificate.) Peden, H.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, British History, Music. (Intermediate Certificate.) Prosser, J.—English Expression, Maths. A, • Geography, General Science, French. Pyper, J.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature, German, British History. (Intermediate Certificate.) Robley, J.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, General Science, English Literature, French, British History, Drawing. (Intermediate Certificate.) Ross, G.—Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, English Literature, Arithmetic, Physical Education. Thomson, M.—English Expression, Maths. A, Geography, General Science, English Literature, French, British History. (Intermediate Certificate.) Thornton, B.—English Literature, Music. Timms, F.—Maths. A, Geography. Umhauer, P.—English Literature, British History, Drawing. Valiance, J.—English Expression, Geography, English Literature, Music, Domestic Science. Webb, M.—English Expression, Maths. A, Maths. B, Geography, General Science, English Literature. (Intermediate Certificate.) Wilson, C. — English Expression, English Literature, French. Wilson, D. — Geography, English Literature, French,

BASEBALL IX.

Back Row (Left to Right) : V. Gallagher, P. Bull, V. Welsh, S. Sillett (Emergency), E. Block, G. Rogers Front Row : N. Wallace, S. McKinnon, M. Toyne (Captain), B. McDonald, B. Macfarlane (Emergency)

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Back Row (Left to Right): P. Cassidy, P. Warren, B. McDonald, N. Wallace Front Row : J. Murray, M. Toyne, S. McKinnon (Captain), P. Bull

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Riddoch, M. — English, European History, British History. Robertson, P.—English, Animal Biology, Domestic Science. Rowley, P.—English, French, British History. Sinclair, E.—English Drawing, Perception. Toyne, M.—English, European History, British History, Domestic Science. Wallace, N.—Maths. II., Animal Biology, European History. Warren, P.—English, French, British History. Worrall, P. — English, Geography, European History, Drawing, British History. (Leaving Certificate.) Howey, E.—Physics. (Leaving Pass). (Leaving Pass). McPhee, Y.—Animal Biology, Botany. Noel, J.—Domestic Science. (Leaving Pass).

Arnoldt, J.—Drawing, Music, Perception. Beach, J.—English, French. Animal Biology, Domestic Science. (Leaving Certificate.) Blackwood, H.—English, French, Geography, Drawing, Music, Perception. (Leaving Certificate.) Bull, P.—English, French, Animal Biology, European History, British History. Leaving Certificate.) Burch, S.—Drawing. Christopher, M.—English, Physics, Chemistry. (Completed Leaving Certificate.) Dickens, E.—British History. Dickens, J.—Maths. II. Douglas, B.—English, Animal Biology, Domestic Science. Ford, P.—English, British History, Drawing, Intermediate Arithmetic. MATRICULATION Friedman, Z.—English, French, Maths. II. Greniell, M.—English, Geography, European Lowson, E.—English Expression (Pass). History, British History (Leaving Certifi- McDonald, J.—English Expression (1st Class cate), Intermediate Arithmetic. Honours), English Literature, French, Miths. II., British HisChemistry (Pass). (Matriculation.) Grundy, D.—English, tory, Commercial Principles, Music, Percep- McKay, R. — English Expression (1st Class tion. (Leaving Certificate.) Honours), French (2nd Class Honours), Hildebrand, M.—Maths. II. English Literature, Chemistry (Pass). (MatHodgson, M.—Geography. riculation.) Kendall, D.—English, Physics, Animal Biology, Wilson, M.—English Literature (2nd Class European History, Music, Perception. (LeavHonours), English Expression, Physics ing Certificate.) (Pass), Chemistry (Compensatory Pass). Leslie, J.—Drawing, Intermediate Arithmetic. L.—English Expression (2nd Class McDonald, J.—English, Botany, European His- Winstanley, Honours), British History, English Literatory, British History, Domestic Science, ture (Pass). Music. (Leaving Certificate.) McKenzie, B.—European History, British HisMUSIC RESULTS, 1945 tory. McKinnon, S.—English, Maths. II., Physics, Grade VI.—D. McIntosh, Credit; A. Madden, Animal Biology, British History. (Leaving Credit; E. Hasler Pass. Certificate.) Grade V.—M. Welsh, Honours; M. Shaw, Margetts, A. — English, French, Maths. II., Honours; L. Madden, Credit; J. Field, Credit; Animal Biology, European History, British J. Wills, Credit; M. Tritschler, Pass. History. (Leaving Certificate.) Grade IV.—A. Williams, Credit; J. Archer, Morton, N.—English, Geography, British HisPass; Y. Lee, Pass. tory, Drawing. (Leaving Certificate.) Grade Macdougall, Credit; A. Stephens Morwick, A.—English, Maths. II., Botany, Credit; D. Parker, Credit; V. Welsh, Credit; Animal Biology, Geography, British History, J. Prosser, Pass; J. Handley, Pass; E. Block, Music. (Leaving Certificate.) Pass; A. Ballintine, Pass. Moseley, M.—English, Botany, European His- Grade Stevenson, Honours; Grade III. tory, British History. (Leaving Certificate.) Theory, Honours; N. McCrabb, Credit; A. Jones, Credit; P. McCrabb, Pass; R. MacMosman, M.—English, British History, Drawmillan, Pass. ing, Music, Perception. (Leaving Certificate) Murray, J.—English, French, Maths. II., Geo- Grade I.—J. Reddie, Honours. graphy, European History, Domestic Science. (Leaving Certificate.) PERCEPTION RESULTS, 1945 Noel, M.—Maths. II., Domestic Science. J. Handley, Honours; J. Prosser, Honours; Osborne, M.—English, Maths. II., British His- A. Stephens, Credit; A. Ballintine, Pass; E. tory, Music, Perception. (Leaving Certifi- Block, Pass; D. Macdougall, Pass; V. Welsh, cate.) Pass.

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OLD COLLEGIANS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT - 1945 It is with pleasure I present to you the Annual Report for the year ending 1945. The Annual Meeting was held at the School Assembly Hall on Saturday, November 25th, 1944, when over 100 Old Collegians were present. After the meeting, the annual dinner was held in the diningroom, to which we were pleased to welcome representatives of the " Hermitage " Old Girls, Miss Shaw, and representatives of the School and Staff. We were sorry Miss Pratt was unable to be present. The following office-bearers were elected for the ensuing year :— President, Lorna Mund ; Vice - Presidents, Margaret Simson and Morva Tolhurst; Hon. Secretary, Wynne Sinclair; Hon. Assistant Secretary, Audrey Gillett; Hon. Treasurer, Mollie Shirra; Hon. Assistant Treasurer, Beth Davis; Committee, Margaret Neilson, Marjorie Cooke, Betty Grant, Doreen Galbraith, Shirley Herd, Betty Peck, Jean Rentoul, Audrey Smith, Joan Neilson, Jean Rowe, and Alison McPhee. Lorraine Winstanley came on to the Committee in the position left vacant for the girl leaving school at the end of the previous year. During the year we regretted receiving resignations from Morva Tolhurst and Heather Stewart. These vacancies were filled by Patsy Madden and Betty Penney, and the vacancy of Vice-President vacated by Morva's resignation was taken by Jean P entoul. On December 16th last your President and Secretary attended the " Hermitage " Old Girls' Reunion at their school, and enjoyed a very happy function. Our first social effort after the Annual Meeting was a picture night, held at St. George's Hall on December 17th, when £20/2/- was handed over to the Geelong Old Folks' Home Appeal. Our thanks are due to Mr. Stevens, of Thornbury, who presented his pictures free of expenses. A bike hike to Barwon Heads on March 3rd was not very well patronised, due no doubt to the vveather being most unsuitable for bike riding. However, it proved a most enjoyable afternoon, and we appreciate Eileen Douglas' gesture of making her house available for afternoon tea. £2 was cleared, and paid into funds. A week-end camp, held at Anglesea on April 14th to 16th, was a great success, and all who attended are very enthusiastic about holding another one. £10/2/- was cleared from this eff.f ort,

Our appreciation of Miss Shaw's invitation to the Association to hold the Annual Back-toSchool Day on April 28th was expressed by the attendance of 60 girls. During the afternoon the opportunity was taken to present an enlarged photograph of Miss Pratt to the School. A picture night was held at the Regent Theatre on May 23rd. Ninety-nine tickets were sold, and £3/11/7 profit resulted. Our effort this year for the Red Cross took the form of an afternoon card party and cake stall, held at the Geelong West Town Hall on August 8th. This was a great success socially as well as financially, and £23/18/9 was donated to the Red Cross as the result. A tennis tournament was held at the St. George's Church courts on September 29th, and a social afternoon tea added to its enjoyment. We would like to express our thanks to the organisers for their work and also to the St. George's Board for the use of the grounds. As an appeal had been received from the Geelong Junior Library for funds, a cake stall was held at the School Sports on October 13th, and £10 handed on to the Geelong Junior Library. There was a large attendance of Old Collegians at the School Service held at St. David's on October 7th. During the year the " Morongo " Junior Auxiliary held a bazaar, and a donation of £2/2/-, and also gifts to the stall, were made by the Association. Also, an amount of £10/10/- was donated to the School Library. Our President and Assistant Secretary were present at the Annual Meeting of the Melbourne Branch on October 27th, and congratulate them on their year's splendid achievements and enthusiasm. We are hoping before long to have a branch established at Forsham, where there is an interested band of Old Collegians. We would like to , xpress our appreciation to Mr. Neilson for auditing the books of the Association, and to our many friends for their help throughout the year. The Association is most grateful to Miss Shaw and office-bearers for their interest and support at all times. In conclusion, the office-bearers fot- the ensuing year are :— President, Lorna Mund; Vice-Presidents, Jean Rentoul and Doreen Galbraith; Hon. Secretary, Wynne Sinclair; Hon. Assistant Secretary, Audrey Gillett; Hon. Treasurer, Mollie Shirra; Hon. Assistant Treasurer, Beth Davis; Lorna Mund, President. Wynne Sinclair, Hon. Secretary.

THE LUCERNIAN MELBOURNE BRANCH Annual Report. I have much pleasure in presenting on behalf of the Committee the Annual Report for 1945. At the 1944 Annual Meeting the following office-bearers were appointed :— President, Eileen Hicks; Vice - President, Betty Anderson; Secretary, Jean Croll; Treasurer, Pat McBride; Committee, Bonnie Dwyer, Dorothy Glover, Minnie Harding, Rosa_ leen Price, Mavis Pettitt, Mollie Williams, and Ellen Strickland. This year we have had 46 financial members, among them being several girls who left " Morongo " at the end of 1944. We are anxious that all Old Collegians in Melbourne should become members of the Association and show their interest in their old School by supporting the various efforts which are arranged. In this connection, the Committee would welcome suggestions for future functions, so that it could have these in mind when arranging a programme for 1946. This year we have relied on straight-out giving for our Patriotic Fund, the money from which was donated to the Merchant Navy Patriotic Fund. Our girls have continued their monthly social gatherings for members of the forces. These have been held at the Combined Old Girls' Club. A salamagundi evening in February, a novelty card evening in June, and a picture night at the State Theatre in August, were all enjoyed by those who attended. The money raised by these functions will go towards the School. This year, for the first time, we arranged two hikes—one to Yan Yean and one to St. Helena. Although these did not have the support which we had hoped, those of us who hiked enjoyed our afternoons so much that we are looking forward to more of them during 1946. We have continued our contributions this year of War Savings Certificates towards the Gertrude Pratt Hall Fund, and hope to have at least 15 certificates to hand over at the Geelong Annual Meeting. We are also pleased that we are able to give our usual donation of £5 towards the School Library. Our knitting group, though much smaller this year, continues with the same enthusiasm to meet monthly, and a parcel of knitted woollies was donated to the Baby Health Centre Training School. I would specially like to thank Eileen Davies, who, though unable this year to attend our monthly " get-togethers," has still maintained her interest, and has been responsible for a great number of woollies sent in. And now, with the war ended and peace in sight, we feel we can use all our efforts in 1946 to help the School.

Our sympathy goes out to all who during 1945 have passed through sorrow. We rejoice with those who have had their loved ones restored. In conclusion, we would like to thank those who helped us during the year, and we would appeal for the loyal support of a greater number during 1946. Eileen Hicks, President. Jean Croll, Secretary.

GENERAL NOTES Pat McBride is Lecturer in Economic Geography at the University, and obtained her M.A. degree with 1st Class Honours. Edith Leigh is doing good work as Girl Guide Commissioner for Geelong District, No. 1. She and Pamela Rowley are keeping the flag flying in the office at the School. Marjorie Cooke joined the staff at our Kindergarten during the year; Loris Thompson has been there for some time. Alice Stafford is now on the staff of Messrs. Doebel, Libby and Taylor, Lydiard Street, Ballarat, and Betty is a student teacher at the Creswick State School. Kathleen Wilson, who has been on the staff of the Children's Hospital for some years, is at present doing a special course of training at the Austin Hospital. Lorraine Winstanley's voice is heard announcing over 3GL (Geelong) and Averyl McKinnon is at 3CS (Colac). Alexe Carnell is at present in Cairns, Queensland, with the A.W.A.S., and when we last heard from Eathorne Stewart she was at Queenscliff with the A.W.A.S., and Mary Stanistreet was with the W.A.A.A.F. at Lake Boga. Rhonda McKay is doing Pharmacy, and is apprenticed at Dickson's Pharmacy, Geelong. Peg Maddern is doing secretarial work for the National Fitness Children's Camp at Pt. Lonsdale. Betty Hughes holds the position of Assistant Housekeeper at the " Hermitage," Geelong. Isobel Lang is back in Geelong in the position of Nursing Sister at Bostock House, Geelong Grammar School. Four days after she completed her training as a nurse at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Mavis Honey travelled to Canberra to the Institute of Anatomy. Mavis was awarded a scholarship as Victorian representative to the School of Nutrition within the Institute. Her study was chiefly learning how an Australian diet standard could be judged. In September, at the end of the theoretical course, she and her fellow-students entertained all the personnel of the Institute to a dinner they had prepared. Since then, she has been doing practical field work in the district of Huonville, Tasmania. She will return to Canberra to consolidate the data she is now collecting.

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To Work With U.N.R.R.A.—So that she can work with the first Australian Red Cross relief refugee unit, the mobile hygiene and first-aid unit for Greece, Miss Moira Rankin, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Rankin, of Toorak, and formerly of Bendigo, has been granted special leave of absence from her position as dietitian of the Mental Hygiene division of the Department of Public Health. The unit which she is accompanying has been sent by the Australian Red Cross Society to work under U.N.R.R.A., and Miss Rankin will act as catering advisor. Her appointment is of special interest to Bendigo and district, where the family is so well known and where Mr. Rankin maintains business interests. Miss Rankin was educated at " Girton " and " Morongo," attending both schools when Miss Gertrude Pratt was Head Mistress. She completed her training for the dietetics course and that of almoner at St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne. Extract from the " Geelong Advertiser " on June 23rd, 1945, in its " Twenty-five Years Ago —1920 " Column :— The Moderator of the Presbyterian Assembly (the Rt. Rev. W. Fraser) performed the opening ceremony of the recently-established Geelong Presbyterian Girls' College at Roslyn More House, Latrobe Terrace, Newtown. than 100 pupils were seated on the platform in the basket-ball court. Miss Pratt is the Principal. We send our sympathy to all who have lost dear ones during the year, including Agnes Hutchins and Jean Marshall (nee Venters), Vera Reeves, Beryl, Stella and Joyce Mann; Marj. Walter (nee Mann), Gladys Profitt (nee Wynn), Edith Leigh, Joan Neilson, Joyce Smith, Doreen Galbraith, Edna McCann, and Jean Purnell (nee McIntyre), Vera Howell (nee Moebus) and Margaret Oddie. Should any member at any time have news of interest for the " Lucernian," the Secretary will appreciate receiving same.

Joan Spargo to Langham Dale. Agnes Venters to — Hutchins. Joan Berryman to Lawrence Kauffman. Shirley Hedley to R. R. Whitelaw. Rene Noble to Jack Hosford. Rae Rouch ,to Hayden Birrell. Margot Prowse to A. K. C. Harper. Helen Ferguson to E. E. Dunlop. Marjorie Northey to Eric Bloomfield. Phyllis David to Douglas Orchard.

BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Emms (Glynis Parish— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Jolly (Peg. Freedman)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. John McNair (Gladys Fagg)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ryan (Joan Carstairs)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. L. Miles (Jessie McLennan)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. H. Gault (Marian Parish)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. S. Illingworth (Gwen Webster)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. G. Spencer (Winsome Fagg)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Batten (Billy Ives)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Anderson (Joan Craddock)— A son. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Tolhurst (Morva Long)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Gray (Verna Robley)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. P. Sells (Stella Pagels) — a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Florence (Lorraine Tilley) —a son. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Orchard (Vivian Bartlett)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Burn (Rae McClure)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. D. Shirlow (Marie Purnell)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Rix (Margaret Cameron) —a daughter. Rev. and Mrs. E. A. Wale (Marian Cameron) —a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson (Muriel Warden)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. H. Unmack (Edna McLean)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Lober (Margaret Bell)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. G. Muller (Marianne Pettitt)— a daughter.

ENGAGEMENTS Joyce Hinchliffe to E. Orchard. Margaret Bell to K. G. Lober. Rita Glenn to Bob Sedgwick. Beryl Balfour to Ronald Scott. Jean Davies to Max Evans. Agnes Venters to — Hutchins. Nancy Field to John McIntyre. Mollie Shirra to William Hopkinson. Mollie Bromell to Malcolm Kelso. Winnie Burrage to Norma Middleton to Eddie Clifford.

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MARRIAGES Phoebe Bignall to Harry Bate. Margaret Bell to K. Lober. Margaret Cameron to Lloyd Rix. Morva Chisholm to Ian McCowan. Joy Lumb to Lindsay Parker. Marie Purnell to Doug. Shirlow.

W.R.A.N.S. Marian Honey, Minnie Harding, Enid Hore, Nell Moreton. A.W.A.S. Lois McDonald, Mary Strickland, Elsie Gough, Erica Johnson, Dora Madden, Lillian Logan, Alexe Carnell, Eathorne Stewart, Lois

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Griffin, Thirza, 58 Auburn Rd., Auburn, E. 2. Glover, Dorothy, 3 Elm Gro., Armadale, S. E. 3 Honey, Mavis, Canberra. Howie, Esna, Chalmers Hall, Parliament P1., East Melbourne, C. 2. Hooper, Mrs. W. (Lorna Ebbott), 64 Banool Rd., Balwyn, E. 8. Hawken, Mrs., Gowan Brae, Teesdale. Moreton, Pat., Parupa Park, Westmere. McBride, Pat, Janet Clarke Hall, Carlton. Mann, Mrs. R. (Greta Mathieson), 142 Summerhill Rd., Glen Iris, S.E. 6. McDonald, Jean, Chalmers Hall, Parliament P1., East Melbourne. McKay, Mrs. H. L. (Gwen Morgan), 87 Maude St., North Balwyn, E. 9. Bloomfield, Mrs. E. G. (Marjorie Northey), 33 Scott Gro., East Malvern, S.E. 6. Nelson, Mrs. (Muriel Warden), Burke Rd., MELBOURNE BRANCH Camberwell, E. 6. Perry, Kathleen, 416 Mont Albert Rd., Mont Life Members Albert, E. 10. Balfour, Beryl, 47 Briggs St., Caulfield, S.E. 8. Pettitt, Mavis, St. John's Wood, Burke Rd., Balfour, Daisy, 47 Briggs St.,Caulfield, S.E. 8. Camberwell. omen's College, Bartlett, Beth, University Price, Rosaleen, 186a Park St., West BrunsCarlton. wick, N. 12. Coldicutt, Mrs. K. J. (Dorothy Adams), Flat 2, Shields, Mrs. R. (Hazel Dugdale), 28 Clifton 35 Walpole St., Kew, E. 4. Rd., Hawthorn East, E. 3. Croll, Mrs. E. A. (Jean Pettitt), 1 Carramar Shirra, Margaret, Prince Henry Hospital, Ave., Camberwell, E. 6. St. Kilda Rd., Melbourne. Gough, Elsie, 5 Denbigh Court, 6 Denbigh Par., Unmack, Mrs. H. (Edna McLean), Lower Armadale. Heidelberg Rd., Ivanhoe. Hicks, Eileen, 12 Molesworth St., Kew, E. 4. Vigar, Jessie, 36 Hortense St., Burwood, E. 13. Johnson, Erica, 25 Denbigh Rd., Armadale, Williams, Mrs. H. (Mollie Rich), 17 Mable Cr., S.E. 3. Camberwell, E. 6. McKie, Mrs. M. (Helen Venters), " CarlingHonorary Member ford," Epping. Pratt, Miss G., " Devon," 1 Bayview Ave., Mahoney, Mrs. J. (Alison Simson), Glenbrook Hawthorn, E. 3. Ave., East Malvern. Milne, Chloris, 24 South Rd., Brighton Beach. GEELONG BRANCH French, Mrs. B., (Rosemary Weddell), 3 Bates St., East Malvern. Honorary Members Stevens, Mrs. E. (Frances Gough), la Clinton McLennan, Jean, 77 Aberdeen St., Newtown. St:, East Brighton. Pratt, Miss Gertrude (Headmistress 1920-41). Morrell Williams, Mrs. H. (Helen Twaddell), Mahoney, Mrs. J. (Alison Simson), 26 GlenThe Boulevarde, North Balwyn. brook Ave., East Malvern. Mann, Sister S. L., VX65922), 4th A.G.H., Financial Members A.A.N.S. Anderson, Elizabeth, 5 Denbigh Court, 6 DenRiddle, Sister E. D., VX8392, 4th A.G.H., bigh Rd., Armadale. A.A.N.S. Black, Joyce, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Storrer, Sister A. M., VX48624, 4th A.G.H., Parkville. Butcher, Mrs. A. (Bessell Batten), Bruce St., Financial Members East Malvern, S.E. 10. Bachelor, Pat., 2 Deakin Par., Mildura. Arnott, Isobel, 11 Purrumbete Ave., Manifold Bayly, Jeanne, Chalmers Hall, Parliament P1., Heights. East Melbourne, C. 2. Brownhill, Mary, Prospect Rd., Newtown. Collyer, Mrs. M. (May Roberts), 23 Liscard St., Badger, Kathleen, 2 Lunan Ave., Drumcondra Elsternwick, S. 4. Bennett, Rona, Dimboola. Davies, Mrs. R. (Eileen Buckhurst), 502 Punt *Brebner, Dorothy, " Willow Bank," TIttangor. Rd., South Yarra, S.E. 1. Barr, Nancy, 10 Albert St., Geelong West. Donaldson, Margaret, 9 Southey St., SandBell, Betty, 121 Kilgour St., Geelong. ringham, S. 8. Boadle, Mrs. G. (Carleen Roebuck), Aphrasia Douglas, Betty. St., Newtown. Dwyer, Bonnie, 93 Allison St., Elsternwick, Balfour, Mrs. J. R. (Dorothy Notman), S. 4. " Kalymna," Skipton. Dunlop, Mrs. E. E. (Helen Ferguson), 605 Bull, Jean, 298 Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Toorak Rd., Toorak, S.E. 2. Bartle, Joan, 31 Fairview St., Newtown.

Jones, Margaret Shirra, Margot Harper (Prowse), Margaret Whittaker, Jessie Penney, Peggy Hore. A.A.M.W.S. Nancy Carstairs, Alison Mahoney (Simson), Rosemary French (Weddell), Edna Unmack (McLean), Ethel Tribolet, Peggy Hore. A.A.N.S. Stella Mann, Ailsa Storrer, Dora Hallam (Riddle), Nancy McMeekin. W.A.A.A.F. Mary Stanistreet, Erina Lowsen, Doreen Williams (White), Ruby Smith, Eileen Sharp. R.A.A.F.N.S. Jean McPhee.

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Kendall, Margaret, 217 Pakington St., New*Burn, Mrs. H. (Rae McClure), 9 Normanby town. St., East Geelong. Lewis, Mrs. I. (Nancy Day), 24 Volum St., Barratt, Joyce, 28 Meakin St., East Geelong. Manifold Heights. Burch, Shirley, 2 Hermitage Rd., Newtown. Ling, Sylvia, 4 Fitzroy St., Geelong. Burnside, Margaret, 100 Prospect Rd., NewLittle, Gwen, Hamilton Hotel, Gray St., town. Hamilton. Beach, Judith, 5a Nantes St., Newtown. Lyle, Nancy, c/o. National Bank, Geelong. Brockenshire, Roberta, 26 Beach Par , DrumLang, Isobel, Bostock House, Aberdeen St., condra. Geelong. Cairney, Valree, 24 Humble St., East Geelong. Lowsen, Erina, 79 Prospect Rd., Newtown. Cameron, Jean, " Fort William," Mortlake. Money, Mrs. J. (Florence Davies), 23 GerCarmichael, Betty, " Argyle," Casterton. trude St., Geelong West. Chisholm, Mrs. J. (Lois Mathews), 99 MinMadden, Patsy, 3 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. erva Rd., Herne Hill. Moreton, Marian, " Coolangatta," Lake Bolac Douglas, Eileen, 35 Retreat. Rd., Newtown. Mund, Mrs. M. (Lorna Gill), " Burnham *Davies, Jean, 17 Marns St., Wagga Wagga, Flats," Skene St., Newtown. N.S.W. Muller, Mrs. A. G. (Marianne Pettitt), Bell Davis, Beth, 203 Autumn St., Geelong West. Post Hill, Geelong. Dunn, Mrs. W. (June Graham), 86 Peter St., Murray, Mrs. G. (Nellie Munro), 4 Wattletree Wagga Wagga, N.S.W. Rd., Drumcondra. Dickins, Joan, 280 Pakington St., Newtown. Munro, Marjorie, 64 Skene St., Newtown. Dickins, Beth, 280 Pakington St., Newtown. Maddern, Peg, 144 High St., Belmont. Elvins, June, " Carlyon," Latrobe Ter., Morwick, Audrey, 9 Connor St., East Geelong Geelong. Madden, Alison, 3 Pleasant St., Belmont. Evans, Patricia, Valley Rd., Highton. *Moreton, Honor, " Coolangatta," Lake Bolac. Eastwood, Shirley, 87 Malop St., Geelong. McPhee, Jean, 348 Ryrie St., Geelong. Fish, Jean, " Irol Park," Dookie. *McPhee, Alison, 348 Ryrie St., Geelong. Fallaw, Mrs. H. (Vida Walker), Eastern *McKenzie, Jean, 11 Bell Par., Drumcondra. Beach, Geelong. McCallum, Mrs. S. (Joan Price), 17 Glenleith French, Mrs. J. (Mary Graham), 167 Skene Ave., Drumcondia. St., Newtown. *McKinnon, Averyl, 18 Harcourt St., NewField, Pat, 98 Shannon Ave., Newtown. town. Ford, Pamela, 10 Fairview Ave., Newtown. McKindlay, Esna, c/o. 471 Swift St., Albury. Forbes, Eva, Box 18, Mortalke. McKinnon, Elaine, 14 Virginia St., Newtown. Graham, Marjorie, 167 Skene St., Newtown. McCoy, Ketha, Union Bank, Tamworth. Gillett, Audrey, Burnside Rd., Bannockburn. McGregor, Pat, 11 Smith St., Horsham. Grant, Betty, 131 Aberdeen St., Geelong. McPhee, Yvonne, 17 Strachan Ave., Manifold *Graham, Lois, " Lake View," Terang. Heights. Gillies, Helen, 27 Roxby St., Manifold Heights McGowan, Mrs. I. (Morva Chisholm), 26 Gordon, Jean, Coleraine. Lunan Ave., Drumcondra. Grenfell, Margaret, 8 High St., Newtown. McKay, Rhonda, c/o. Dickson's Pharmacy, Herd, Shirley, 29 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Ryrie St., Geelong. Harding, Mrs. D. (Nancy White), 10 Noble Neilson, Margaret, 68 Fairview Ave., Newtown St., Newtown. Neilson, Joan, 19 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Habergham, Joan, 4 Regent Court, McKillop Noel, Jean, Glenormiston North, via Terang. St., Geelong. Oke, Cora, Marshall. Hair, Evelyn, 76 Aberdeen St., Geelong. Purnell, Gwen, 136 Noble St., Newtown. Herd, Betty, 29 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Potter, Alyson, 9a Wattletree Rd., DrumHenderson, Margaret, 82 Shannon Ave., Newcondra. town. Penney, Betty, 98 Noble St., Newtown. *Hemphill, Elsa, 116 Roslyn Rd., Belmont. Piper, Mrs. F. (Ila Herd), 56 Upper Skene Hinchcliffe, Joyce, " Iron Duke," Noble St., St., Newtown. Newtown. Peck, Mrs. N. (Betty Berryman), 70 Fairview Headlam, Mrs. J. (Meg Carmichael), Flat 9, St., Newtown. 472 St. Kilda Rd., Melbourne. Parkes, Margaret, 11 Fairview St., Newtown. Hartley, Pat., Hesse St., Queenscliff. Rowe, Jean, 17 Roslyn Rd., Belmont. Illingworth, Mrs. S. (Gwen Webster), 264 *Rix, Marjorie, 24 Drumcondra Ave., Geelong. Pakington St., Newtown. Rogers, Mrs. R. (Margaret Mackinley), Jolly, Mrs. J. (Peggy Freedman), 36 Clare 240 Ryrie St., Geelong. St., Newtown, Hobart, Tas. Rentoul, Jean, 286 Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Jones, Mrs. C. (Lorna Pardy), 13 Meakin St., Robb, Claire, " Gleniffer," Scoresby. Geelong. Reid, Mrs. J. D. (Nancy Munro), 4 WattleJudge, Jean, 300 Latrobe Ter., Geelong. tree Rd., Drumcondra. King, Mrs. R. W. (Nancy Metherall), North Robertson, Gwen, 23 Meakin St., East Geelong Tatyoon. Rix, Jean, 146 Autumn St., Geelong West, Kirchofer, Joyce, Teachers' College, Grattan Roberts, Heatherbell, Rochester. St., Carlton.

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Hannon, Mrs. J. L. (Edith Olsen), " Bonnie Doon," Oaklands, N.S.W. Hearne, Patricia, 53 The Esplanade, Geelong. Hyde, Mrs. (Pauline Marchant), 29 Barclay St.,' Maryborough. Ingpen, Mrs. T. (V. Anderson), Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Irving, Mrs. J. (Myrl Holt), 342 Myers St., Geelong. Kerr, Joyce, " Green Abbey," Oaklands, N.S.W. Levey, Bertha, " Yuriga," Winchelsea. Leigh, Edith, Valley Rd., Highton. Matheson, Gladys, Laurel Bank Par., Newtown. May, Winifred, Private Bag, Stawell. Marshall, Mrs. S. (Jean Venters), 18a Trevalyn Rd., Trevalyn, Launceston, Tas. McCann, Mrs. E. (Edna McIntyre), " Dryden," Fyansford. McCormack, Mavis, Upper Morrison, via Elaine. McKeon, Gwen, Austin St., Newtown. McNair, Mrs. J. V. (Gladys Fagg), 80 Fairview Ave., Newtown. McColl, Mrs. (June Orchard), 37 Fitzroy St., Geelong. Newall, Mrs. A. (Mary McLennon), " Auvergne," Marnoo. Nelson, Mrs. E. (Les. Long), Stephen St., Newtown. Oddie, Margaret, Challicum Park, Beaufort. Orchard, Mrs. W. (Viv. Bartlett), 8 Oliver St., East Malvern. Purnell, Marjorie, Kojonup, W.A. Penney, Jessie, 98 Noble St., Newtown. Pettitt, Margaret, Box 188, Geelong. Profitt, Mrs. V. (Gladys Wynn), Claremont Ave., Newtown. Reeves, Vera, Flat 3, Maronor, 135 Kurraba Rd., Neutral Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. Smith, Joyce, 32 Elizabeth St., Newtown. Life Members Smith, Audrey, 11 Elizabeth St., Newtown. Batten, Mrs. 0. (M. Hirst), 44 Buckland Ave., Simson, Margaret, 7 Stephen St., Newtown. Newtown. Shone, Mrs. L. (Gwen Dancey), 25 Fairview Bond, Isabel, " Hylock," Scott St., Cobden. St., Newtown. Bartlett, Beth, cor. Latrobe Ter. and ElizaSutcliffe, Helen, " Oakwell," Highton. beth St., Newtown. Sloman, Mrs. J. H. (Lyn Adams), Victoria Blakiston, Mrs. S. (Gwen Madden), c/o. 30 Par., Geelong. Retreat Rd., Newtown. Stewart, Heather, 17 Buckland Ave., Newtown Bucknall, Mrs. M. (Isobel Heard), " Carinya," Tolliurst, Mrs. W. (Morva Long), Stephen St., Willaura. Newtown. Crawcour, Mrs. 0. (D. Jacobs), 100 Elphin Venters, Nan, Shannon Ave., Newtown. Rd., Launceston, Tas. Venters, Mrs. Stewart (Sadie Honey), Carnell, Alexe, 7 Lunan Ave., Drumcondra Gheringhap. Geelong. Cornell, Mrs. (Marjorie Gordon), Crocker St., Wood, Mrs. S. (Jean Mathieson), 17 Laurel Bank Par., Newtown. Ballarat. Dohnt, Mrs. E. (N. Heard), " Lake Banks," Walter, Mrs. K. (Agnes Black), Box 215, Hamilton. Noradjuha. Elsom, Jessie, " Wallup," via Horsham. Hutchins, Mrs. (Agnes Venters), c/o. Leigh Elvins, Pat, " Carlyon," Latrobe Ter.,Geelong Park Private Bag, Doroq, Geelong. Geddes, Innes, " Karmala," Lake Bolac. Hill, Lisle, Lonsdale St., South Geelong. Harding, Minnie, W.R.A.N.S., c/o. D.M.C. Hewitson, Betty, " Gold House," Healesville. Branch, Navy Office, Melbourne. Harper, Mrs. A. K. C. (Margot Prowse), Heard, Alison, " Lake Banks," Noradjuha. 1 Fyans St., Chilwell.

Rix, Mrs. L. (Margaret Cameron), 36 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Rowley, 'Pamela, 125 Aberdeen St., Geelong. Robertson, Pamela, 3 Claremont Ave., Newtown. Robley, Judith, 104 Shannon Ave., Newtown. Shirra, Mollie, 104 Aberdeen St., Geelong. Stanistreet, Mary, Russell St., Bendigo. Sinclair, Wynne, " Lorisville," 30 Eastern Beach, Geelong. Sweeten, Norma, Minerva Rd., Newtown. Smith, Mrs. G. Logie- (Enid Buchanan), 106 Prospect Rd., Newtown. *Stafford, Alice, 208 Pleasant St. South, Ballarat. *Stafford, Betty, 208 Pleasant St. South, Ballarat. Stewart, Eathorne, Queenscliff. Sweeten, Gwenneth, Minerva Rd., Newtown. Turner, Mrs. E. (Gwen Weddell), Moorabool St., South Geelong. Taylor, Mrs. D. R. (Annie McDonald, 16 Swin_ burne St., North Geelong. Thompson, Loris, 168 Yarra St., Geelong. *White, Mrs. R. (Gertrude Walter), c/o. 141 Skene St., Newtown. Walker, Jean, 23 Thompson St., Belmont. Wright, Mrs. J. (Myee Herd), 56 Upper Skene St., Newtown. *Wragge, June, " Narlga Station," Deniliquin. Weston, Mrs. W. (Pearl Black), Noble St., Newtown. Ward, Robin, Seabeach Par., North Shore. Winstanley, Lorraine, St. Andrew's Ter., North Geelong. Wilson, B., 324 Aberdeen St., Geelong. Williams, Mrs. A. W. (Doreen White), c/o. 10 Noble St., Newtown. Young, Olga, " Wombelana," Beaufort. * Denotes members financial for 1946. Will any member changing her address please notify the Secretary immediately ?

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Members will be sad to hear of the death of two of our Old Collegians during the year.

Jean Lorimer, who will be remembered by most as Jean Mcllroy, was the first senior prefect when the School opened at Roslyn. After leaving School she took up kindergarten work until she married Mr. Alan Lorimer. She was residing at Hartwell at the time of her death, and leaves a family of three boys. Nell Moreton, whose death occurred at Ararat Hospital at the age of 26 years, was a member of the W.R.A.N.S., and the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Moreton, of " Bellevue," Lake Bolac. Three weeks previously she went home on sick leave, but all that medical skill could do was of no avail, and the whole community at Lake Bolac, where she had lived since her childhood days and where she was so affectionately regarded, mourned her passing. Nell received her early education at the Lake Bolac School, and afterwards at " Morongo." She was a talented musician, and was a member of the choir, and for a time organist at Scots' Church, Lake Bolac. As accompaniste at concerts and pianiste at dances her services were constantly in demand, and were freely and cheerfully given, and in that way she assisted in raising a considerable sum for the Red Cross, A.C.F., and P.O.W. Funds, of which she was an active supporter. In all the young people's activities in the district, Nell took a prominent part. She was a past president of the Presbyterian Girls' Fellowship at Lake Bolac, and an exsecretary of the Lake Bolac Tennis Club. Her bright and friendly manner won friends everywhere who will long cherish her memory. We extend to the two families our very sincere and deep sympathy, and take the opportunity of expressing our appreciation of Mr. and Mrs. Moreton's generosity in presenting to the School the amount of £1,000 in memory of Nell.

ORIGINAL SECTION WAR AND PEACE War Sat with her gown round her tightly clutched, There was hate seen in her face. Peace Sat calmly and serenely, and there was Seen in her eyes love and grace. Wear Twisted and turned in restless agony, Her hands were smeared with blood. Peace Sat quietly with no movement at all, Her mind both pure and good. War Looked at Peace, and with many a piercing groan Sank into oblivion. Peace Looked at War with a pure searching gaze, gaze, And triumphantly lived on.

Patricia Bull (Matriculation).

BASKETBALL VII.

Back Row (Left to Right): M. Galbraith, N. Wallace, J. McDonald (Emergency), M. Wilson, A. Margetts Front Row : M. Toyne, P. Bull (Captain), S. McKinnon

HOCKEY XI.

Back Row (Left to Right): W. Mitchell, P. Cassidy, J. Baker, P. Bull, M. Barnes, M. Ellis Front Row : M. McKenzie, R. Macmillan, D. Grundy (Captain), A. Margetts, E. Block

THE LUCERNIAN Dread walked slowly in the fading light Down a lonely city street, And the only sound in the ev'ning grey Was the steady fall of his feet. War then marched with relentless tread Down the cold, deserted street, And the echoes awoke in the ev'ning grey From the menacing thud of his feet. Then Terror and Pain and Sadness all came Into the gloomy street, And the sound they made in the ev'ning grey Was the shuffle of fearful feet. But Peace approached as time went by, And into that dreary street She came with Happiness, Love and Relief, Stepping gaily with dancing feet. So Peace and her train conquered all at last In the lonely city street, And the only sound in the ev'ning grey Was the fall of Serenity's feet. Patricia Bull (Matriculation). ATOMIC BOMB As the dawn spread leisurely over those isles, Towards earth it dropped, shattering the universe. Only the gods were silent in that suffering world, Mounted on high—watching—they alone are Inaccessible, while man murdering man Called IT a gift to humanity ! Bombs, they do not discriminate, all fall Only the gods escape. They watch—silent-Maybe a day will come when Blood and tears will be no more. Maybe— When the devil is content. D. Kendall (Matriculation). JAN VERMEER It is difficult for us to understand how, for nearly 200 years after his death, the paintings of Jan Vermeer remained dormant and his genius unheralded. They had been sold as the paintings of deHooch, Metsu, and even Rembrandt, but about the middle of the 19th century interest was revived in this Dutch painter, and he was " discovered." Vermeer was born in Delft in 1632, and died in 1675. It seems certain that he was a pupil of Corel Fabritus, but there is little evidence for the belief that he was a pupil of Rembrandt. He was a master of the type of painting representing as " genre " or " conversation pictures." It is doubtful if he ever left his own country or, indeed, his own city. He was born, educated, married, and brought up his family, painted, and died, in Delft. We see, therefore, that it is not without good reason that he is called " Vermeer of Delft." There are only about 37 paintings by Vermeer in existence, The main explanation for

this small output being the amount of time he spent on each picture. His method of working was slow, and like all good artists, he was never quite satisfied with his work, but kept His striving to attain greater perfection. attention to detail also necessitated slow work, for no smallest part of the pattern he was painting was neglected. His choice of subjects was, of course, influenced by his surroundings. With very few exceptions, his paintings all depict the life of the Holland of his day. They are homely scenes, for the most part, with an atmosphere of peace, characteristic of the land of canals, pervading them. Perhaps the key to Vermeer's genius lies in his ability to be able to paint light. He had a magical brush, which could " reproduce light— light that penetrates and sparkles." It is interesting to note that in nearly all his pictures the light flows in from the left. Usually the beams stream in through an open window or casement not always shown in the actual picture. Other characteristics of Vermeer's paintings are the well-known lion-head chairs with blue plush seats, and the rug which serves as a drapery, floor covering, or tablecloth, as the picture demands. He was also fond of painting musical instruments, the virginals, the violin ; he liked a map on the wall. These restricted furnishings are more evidence of Vermeer's meagre income, for, during his life and for years after his death, his paintings were practically worthless. Perhaps one of the best-known of his paintings is the " Head of a Girl." Executed in the lemon-yellows and blues which he loved, this painting and " The Lacemaker " are the only portraits attributed to him. It is a simple, charming study, with a refreshing coolness about it, and is in almost full light, with an almost entire absence of shadow. This is a perfect example of Vermeer's ability to paint light. Another well-known painting is " View of Delft." The picture is peaceful, though the darkening sky and slightly stirring water give promise of violence. The moored boats and the few gossiping figures blend perfectly into the landscape. Not so well known is the " Little Street in Delft." Brick-red is the predominating colour, and again we see a lowering sky. All the people in the scene are, as is ever the case in Holland, busy, sewing, scrubbing and tidying. Everything is so unflurried and peaceful that, to me, this painting always gives the impression of time standing still. " The Pearl Necklace " is yet another example of Vermeer's brilliant interpretation of light. The figure is standing holding her pearls round her neck and gazing with quiet satisfaction into a small mirror. From the decoration in the girl's hair to the piece of paper and - brush on the table, every detail is perfect. The bright yellow of the girl's coat brightens what would otherwise have been rather sombre surroundings,

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Vermeer's genius is not quick and brilliant, but rather contemplative and quiet. His subjects are pleasing to the eye, and have a sleepy air of repose about them. His pictures are harmonious, and usually give an impression of space. Though simple and worldly, they are not dull, but contain a crisp freshness and subtle refinement. Vermeer appeared to be unaffected and uninfluenced by the ever-changing world about him. He lived in a dream world, though rather a practical one, and though he painted ordinary scenes and people, they, too, contained much of his dream when he set them on canvas. It can truly be said of Jan Vermeer that " he was concerned with glimpses of Heaven upon earth." Margaret L. Toyne (16 years).

In Buddhism : " Hurt not others with that which pains yourself." In Confucianism : " Is there any maxim which ought to be acted upon during one's whole life. The maxim of loving kindness is such. Do not unto others what you would not they do unto you. It is easy to see that this rule should not be acted upon too literally, and that it implies some knowledge and understanding of our fellow-men, and should help to create a state of relationship between human beings throughout the world, in which it is practicable, and to which it should apply. Brotherly love without righteousness is mere sentiment, and love of good without active fight against evil is mere hypocrisy. Z. Friedman (Form VI.)

THE REST IS SILENCE BROTHERHOOD From ancient times men have felt the need to worship a higher power. Primitive people, motivated by fear of all they could not understand, worshipped many gods, each with a separate function. Then as men progressed intellectually and spiritually, as they reached a higher level of civilisation, they came to understand that there is one Infinite Power, one God. Freedom of worship is a right of free men jealously guarded by those who love democracy. But all of these faiths are variations of a single dominant theme, and in one mighty chorus Catholic, Protestant and Jew all unite in proclaiming one Godhead. During the year a Brotherhood Week was conducted, and in truth it was one of the most curious phenomena of recent years ; it witnessed to the fact that if men will not or cannot grasp the truth of an idea which is also a reality, then their own experience of suffering will finally drive home to them that human history teaches us the laws governing human nature. It is also a standing refutation of Kipling's dictum, " East is East and West is West, and never the twain shall meet." The command to love thy neighbour as thyself flows from the fact that he is one of thy people ; he is in actual fact your brother, and should be treated as such. You must not hesitate to rebuke him, you must not- allow him to go on sinning—brothers we know are given to plain speaking to each other—but you should rather love him as yourself. Brotherhood came into the Western world through Christianity, and is, as its promulgation in the New Testament shows, an expression of the Mosaic law and the prophetic teaching, " All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them : for this is the law and the prophets." In Hinduism its form is : " This is the sum of duty : do naught to others which if done to thee would cause thee pain."

It has often been said that there is a very thin line between tragedy and comedy. Those of us who performed in or witnessed the rehearsals of " Hamlet " know this to be only too true. Matriculation Form chose to act the last scene of that great tragedy for Shakespeare's Day. The plot centres round the duel, and the efforts of the whole cast to make it appear realistic were amusing in the extreme. Hamlet and Laertes greet one another and agree to fight the duel. It is unfortunate that Shakespeare should have chosen Claudius to bring the antagonists face to face with the words, " Come, Hamlet, come, and take this hand from me." A ludicrous situation would invariably arise when Hamlet, neglecting to obey the order promptly, would leave the king standing foolishly with his hand poised in midair. Of course, Hamlet's whispered rejoinder, " Why not give me the arm, too ? " did not help matters. The combatants choose their weapons, Laertes obtaining the poisoned one. The cast, by this time has cleverly contrived to manoeuvre the portly king into a central position, from which vantage point he makes his famous speech, beginning, " Set me the stoops of wine upon the table." His order is ignored until he beckons furiously behind his back to Osric, who reluctantly sets an inkwell and a vase, the only available " stoops," on the table. The duel begins, and a diversion is usually created by Osric's lines, " A hit, a very palp, able hit ! " The unfortunate Osric, occupied with the cups of wine, more often than not forgets his cue, and the duellists wait patiently, with rapiers suspended, for him to pass his judgment. The duel then continues, Laertes and Hamlet darting frantic glances towards the king in an effort to remind that monarch that his next lines, " Stay, give me drink," affect their next movements. There is another pause in the combat, and the queen takes this opportunity to remark that

THE LUCERNIAN Hamlet is " fat, and scant of breath " ; this line is an obvious untruth, and the queen usually rendered it with a slight American accent, the She then reason for this being unknown. offers to wipe his brow with a " napkin." At this stage, we realise that, as usual, we have nothing which could serve as a " napkin," so the queen makes a few imaginary movements with her hand in the air, and the brow is taken as having been wiped. By now the king has surreptitiously but very noticeably stationed himself up left. As the queen attempts to drink from the poisoned cup, he steps dramatically forward and, with a melodramatic gesture, says, " Gertrude, do not drink." Audible titters from both cast and onlookers show that a wrong construction has been placed upon the remark. Claudius, remembering that his next speech is to Laertes, meanders absentmindedly in that direction, muttering, " It is too late." The action quickens as both Hamlet and Laertes are wounded and the queen collapses. In his last speech, Laertes reveals the guilt of the king. Claudius, knowing his death is near, obligingly places himself in a convenient position for Hamlet to stab him. As Hamlet wheels, the glare in his eyes, coupled with the point of the dagger, is too convincing for the quaking Claudius, who, deciding to shorten his ordeal, backs hurriedly away, and falls long before the blow is struck. Hamlet drinks the poison, and turning solemnly to Horatio, says, " I am dead, Horatio." He speaks six more lines, and finding himself still alive, more determinedly than ever says, " Horatio, I am dead." Can we

As Horatio rises, the four corpses also arise, thus signifying the end of the rehearsal. We find that we must agree with Hamlet, " the rest is silence." " Majopa."

THE FOX Under the hedge he pauses ; Nearby, the steaming horses Press on in the chase, Their riders straining to see the face Of their prey, crouched beneath The sheltering veil of heath. A thousand memories crowd his brain— The cool, refreshing April rain, The moist sensations of wet ground, The perfume of flowers ; the sound Of birds, chanting their songs of praise ; The wind rippling a field of maize. •

The pad of a hoof awakes the fox ; The hounds are close and a ditch blocks His path. He strains every muscle Hearing, behind him, the rustle Of danger. He leaps with a glorious bound, And lands with a thud on the hard, dry ground, And is off again ; Onward he rushes Beside the long grass that brushes His side as he passes. Onward Still he races ; he cannot afford To hesitate now. The hunter's horn Blows a triumphant blast to warn Him that all is lost. He will not stop ! Whatever the cost, He must keep on. But his breath Is failing, and death Is at hand. His breath is spent, his feet are lead, With a gasp he staggers, and his head Falls to his breast as he sinks To the ground. Beverley Macfarlane (Form VI.)

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blame those not acquainted with Shakespeare for taking these lines literally and for being first mystified and then amused by the spirit's willingness but the body's reluctance to die ? Horatio, kneeling beside the fallen Hamlet, speaks the touching words, " Now cracks a noble heart." Some of the pathos is lost by an annoying habit which the worthy Horatio's knees possess of cracking in sympathy with the lines as he kneels.

,(With apologies to Lewis Carroll) He thought he saw a jaguar, Sitting on a chair ; He found it was his sister, Combing out her hair. He thought he saw a teacher, Who questioned him in French ; He found it was a rattlesnake, Crawling on a bench. He thoUght he saw as donkey cart, Full of bread and honey ; He found it was his sweetheart, Counting out her money. Kathleen Davis (12 years)

THE LUCERNIAN LADY MIRROR DOES HER BIT

Helping to run a farm is not an easy thing when you are a London girl and have lived all your life in a very large city. Jane found it most exhausting, so exhausting that she fluno- herself down on the green grass of her uncle's orchard to rest. It was a very happy day for her. It was her birthday. " A year since I came to stay with Uncle Martin,"

idea why, but she felt it was up to Lady Mirror and herself to catch the spies if there were any. After making inquiries about the sabotage, she decided the spies must be in the vicinity of Hepworth Green, the nearest village. There were moors stretching round Hepworth Green, where any spy could escape and hide, and Jane decided that a skulk on the moors would be a good plan. She set out early one morning, having obtained permission from her uncle. With a packet of sandwiches, an apple for Lady Mirror, a bottle of milk, a handful of oats, and her watch, Jane rode in the direction of the moors. She knew every inch of them, having been with her uncle a year and a half, and she felt a queer feeling of pride surge over her as she trotted slowly along the rough path. At the end of the path there was a shack, and after tying Lady Mirror to a post and giving her an apple, she set off on foot through the heather. Having walked for two hours by her watch and having not seen anyone, she opened her bag and started to eat her lunch. She had just finished her second sandwich when she heard someone say, " Carl, Carl, where are you ? " She jumped to her feet, and leaving her lunch, crept on hands and knees to the place from where the voice had come from. After creeping along for a few minutes, she came across a clearing. Two men were squatting there before .a load of explosives. Jane's heart leapt. " If ve catch de 1.20 p.m. train to Vestcreach, ye vill be in time to blow de power station up. I vill get de car now. Come on, put de explosives in de bag. Achtung, you are slow, Carl." " The 1.20 p.m. train." Jane's brain was in a whirl. It was 12.55 p.m. now. Then she

she said to herself quietly. Jane was a war orphan, and though her uncle had had nothing to do with the family owing to money troubles, he had been compelled to take Jane for a while. After a month he had grown to like her, and when all the servants and farm workers were called up for war service, he was glad of her help. For this birthday, her fourteenth, Jane had been given a black thoroughbred mare, to which she gave the name Lady Mirror. The mare had a glossy black coat, and because of this Jane chose the name Lady Mirror for her. Johnson, the old groom, agreed to teach Jane to ride, and the orchard had been put at her disposal for the feeding of the mare. " Mistress Jane ! " The words startled her, and she jumped to her feet. " Oh, it's you, Johnson. Well, what is it that you want ? " " Your first riding lesson, Mistress Jane," replied Johnson. " Oh, how lovely," she cried, in one breath. The two walked slowly toward Lady Mirror, who was munching the green grass. On reaching her, Jane threw her arms round the horse's neck. Lady Mirror snorted, and Jane could feel the warm breath on her cheek. Six months had passed since Jane's birthday, and she had accomplished her task of learning thought of a plan. Creeping back to where to ride and looking after Lady Mirror. How- she had left her lunch, she grabbed the reever, owing to several air-raids, Jane had been mainder of it and hurried to find Lady Mirror. forbidden to ride far from her uncle's property. Mounting quickly, she turned the horse to anMuch sabotage had been taking place 'at some other direction. It was a short-cut to the stawartime production works nearby, and Jane tion. Lady Mirror was galloping wonderfully, had heard rumours about spies. She had no when all of a sudden something turned Jane's

THE LUCERNIAN heart to stone. The express was coming round the bend. In less than five minutes it would be at the station. Jane whispered something in the horse's ear. Her speed increased. It was a matter of life and death. A few minutes later they galloped into the station. Jane blurted out the story to the guard. The spies were caught, and Jane received a reward of ten war savings certificates. She resolved, however, that the money would go to a new stable for Lady Mirror, who really deserved all the merit. Margaret Price (12 years). There was once a little elf Who lived all alone ; He was always so happy and kind He would do each thing well With a merry wee song, But the sad part was that he died D. McIntosh (Form IIA) GENIUS REVEALS ITSELF After a recent experience, I have decided that were I a knight of mediaeval times, I would take as my motto the words, " Necessity is the mother of invention." I shall endeavour to explain this experience. The play chosen this year by the members of the Dramatic Club being " The Brontes of Haworth Parsonage," somebody was required to create a scene for the parsonage window. It was to consist of tombstones, rolling moors, and misty skies. One unfortunate member of the cast was chosen for the task, and after procuring the necessary materials, and designing the required scene, she called in the assistance of that worthy form, Matriculation. So for several weeks the Arts and Crafts Room was a hive of activity. Never were there seen so many pots of paint, such mixings, and such glorious blendings of colour. Michaelangelo himself would have felt insignificant as he stood before this panorama of hill and sky. For it was here that artistry reached its truest fulfilment. Rich blues, royal purples, and sombre greys mingled in one whirl of blinding colour as the brushes worked to and fro. But to those who see true beauty in the execution of detail, perfection reaches its highest level in the painting of the wall. Being the work of several select members of the form, it reveals the character of their minds in the glaring white of the gate, the irregularity of the stones, and in the haphazard deposition of moss. Multicoloured blades of grass show the modern tendencies of one mind. while neat stones which border the garden path reveal conservative and orthodox ideas of another. However, to a passing observer, it is the tombstones which are the dominant features of the work. Arising like crested waves upon the green hillside, they seem to possess some strange fascination. Being assured by several

of our members that crossed headstones did not exist in those days, the artists endeavoured to make each more individual by inscribing on it the name of some person of common interest. The artists wish to make it known that to bear one's name upon one of the aforementioned stones is a rare honour, and in no way reflects upon the character of the person mentioned (on the contrary !) So after weeks of hard and conscientious labour, one of the greatest works of our day has been completed, and because of this, we feel that this has indeed been one of the most momentous years in the history of art. At present, however, the piece lies like some undiscovered treasure in the depths of the Assembly Hall cupboard, but its creators have no doubt that, as such, it will soon be revealed to the world. The artists have already prepared for this day. A position on the Hall wall has already been selected, and a campaign is in progress by which it is hoped to raise sufficient funds for the purchase of a light bracket. A long series of discussions have been held to decide whether or not the piece will be sold. Some, believing that we should repay the world for all that it has given to us, urge that it is selfish to keep it. Others, believing that " le vrai maitre d'une oeuvre d'art est celui qui l'aime et la comprend," declare that only those who created it can love or understand it. After much consideration, the latter course was decided on, as it was eventually agreed upon by all that, by remaining in the School, the original would prove an inspiration and stimulus to our artists of to-morrow. A. Margetts (Matriculation).

THE FAIRIES The fairies came to visit me One dark, cold winter's night ; They slid down on a moonbeam, For they came to say " good-night." They told me all of fairy land, The birds and bees they see, The goblins and the butterflies That play so naughtily. Naomi Jacobs (11 years)

THE FAIRY DANCE I saw the fairies dancing, Dancing in a ring, And they were singing sweetly, Love to bring. The Fairy Queen sat in the centre, Dressed in shining gold, The King sat there beside her, Looking fierce and bold. R. Wallace (Form IIA)

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J. Pyper (Form VI.) EVENING STAR Evening Star, are you the one That showed the shepherds the way to come? You twinkled brightly night and day To show where Jesus in a manger lay. Yes, the bed was a manger and the pillow straw, A cow, ass and some lambs wandered round the floor ; When shepherds came, they knelt at the door. Janet Rowe (Form IIB)

THE LUCERNIAN ORPHEUS

A RUINED HOUSE

The old tramp leaned sadly against the farmyard gate. A strange character was he. Dressed in old grey breeches, ragged leggings, a colourless shirt, a bottle-green coat. Nothing about this man would strike an observer particularly, excepting perhaps his dreamy eyes. But if anybody happened to look closely, it would be seen that, for a tramp, his hands were remarkably well-kept, looking quite out of place in their sordid surroundings. Indeed, the whole man looked out of place on that beautiful spring evening. Old, when everything was springing new, tired when the world was thrilling with new life, homeless, when even the smallest bird had a nest, shabby, when the dullest bush was dressed in brave new green. But it went deeper than that. He went slowly down the green tree-lined lane, dim now with evening shadows, his head bowed with the weight of his bundles. This was the last home he would visit that day. It has disappointed him, as have all the others. What is this other thing that makes this man an outcast in this fine young world, that makes him different from other people, unacceptable in the eyes of the world ? He had gone in the usual way to the home doors, asking for food or drink to help him on to his destination. If the lady housekeeper was generous, he would offer her all that he had—he would ask if she cared to listen to his music. One and all, the good ladies would be shocked. " How," they exclaimed, " can't you do something useful—chop us that pile of wood, now, or weed the garden. We have no time to listen to your rubbishy fiddle ! " So his heart would stay locked up in his violin case until the evenings, when, seated by the camp-fire, he would take it out. The strains that came from his fingers brought forth magic into the night, and enchanted Diana on high. It charmed nymphs from the river, goblins from the bushes, fairies from the tree-tops, and graceful sprites from the air. And this one talent, which was death to hide, was lodged in uselessness. None would listen, no one cared to cease their busy rush of daily tasks to listen to a poor stray wandering fiddler. L. Macleod (Form VI.)

A ruined house stands by the road, I lean on a tree, and drop my load. This is the house that your father made. No stones or cement or boards were laid, But built throughout of the dull red sand, Moulded to bricks by the long-dead hand. The hard red earth was the only floor, And rough pine logs the creaking door. Here where they gathered to make a home None but the birds and the foxes come. Two old pepper trees droop and cry, Full of years, but not willing to die. A magpie sits on the crumbling walls, Never a sound on the stillness falls. Whence did they come? Where have they gone? Their days on earth have long been done. A wagtail hops on the hard red ground— See in the grass what he has found (Living reminders of these men Long since passed beyond our ken), Waving and dreaming of long, long pasts, Scarlet poppies with mourning hearts.

A SUNNY DAY The day it is sunny, The day it is bright ; I chase butterflies From morn till night. They flit from the flowers So gay and so pure, I wish I could catch one— Don't you ? E. Smail (Form IIB.)

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THE WATER-LILY Sprinkled among the large green leaves, Upon a lake of palest blue, In shades of daintiest coral pink, Float water-lilies bathed in dew. Their petals of a waxen touch, Are borne by stems of green, Upon their outstretched leaves there is A soft and silky sheen. Peacefully these lilies lie, Peacefully bathed in dew, Among the leaves they fall asleep, Upon this lake of blue. Margaret Price (12 years.)

AN OLD WOMAN Once upon a time there was an old woman called Miss Smith. She lived at the top of a hill in a dear little house. In her garden grew poppies, tulips, daisies and many other lovely flowers. She had a black cat and a black dog. Under a tree hung a golden cage with a blue bird in it. She had a garden seat and a table under the tree, too. When the sun was shining, she sat there with her sewing, and sang to the flowers and birds, and the blue bird sang sweetly with her. The poppies and tulips and all the other flowers danced and nodded their heads because they were so happy to be alive. J. Turner (Form IIB).

THE LUCERNIAN

WHY THE CHINESE HAVE SLIT EYES A mass of dark curls peeped round the door. With it followed a small figure clad in a red dressing-gown and green slippers. A man in his late thirties was seated in an armchair before the fire, reading the evening newspaper. " Papa," called the little girl softly. Her father looked round, and drawing her on to his knee, asked, " What story do you want to-night, my dear ? " She looked at him strangely, and said, " Why do the Chinese have slit eyes ? " He laughed at her. " My Aunt Annie told me why. Would you like to hear her story ? " " Yes, please, Papa," she answered simply. " A long time ago there lived in China an emperor called Chiang-Fu. He had one child —a daughter whom he named Tse Ling. Tse Ling was a pretty child, but from an early age she hated beauty, and thought of nothing but ugliness, death and poverty. She longed to help the poor people who were worse off than herself, but her father would not let her out of his sight. At the age of fifteen Tse Ling was left alone in the world, for her father died. His enemies put her off the throne, and she found herself in the slums of the capital city friendless and without food. She was not distressed, however, but managed to earn a living as a maid. For twenty years she worked in this way. At the end of this period a terrible plague was sweeping China. A monstrous dragon breathed fire over the whole country, and people were

dying off like flies from the disease which its breath brought. The emperor promised beautiful jewels to anyone who would go to the dragon and ask it to stop his terrible deeds. But nobody would answer to his call. At length, however, Tse Ling, seeing her chance, hastened to the emperor's palace. She told him her plans, but he merely scoffed at them and refused to let her go. Yet Tse Ling remained persistent, and at last he gave his consent. With a crust of bread and a stick in her hand and the clothes she stood up in, Tse Ling went forth to meet the dragon. It belched out great clouds of smoke and sparks at her appearance, and Tse Ling was almost blinded. However, she kept still, and called out to it to stop its work of destruction. The dragon was so surprised that it gave way at once, and the clouds of smoke cleared away. Suddenly a voice spoke to her from out of the sky. It called to her, and said, " You have answered your people's call, Tse Ling." The dazed Tse Ling found her way back to the palace. Her eyes were almost closed, and had turned into slits not like real eyes. How the people rejoiced at her return, and praised and thanked her ! And from that day on, every Chinese has slit eyes, for they will never forget Tse Ling. And now, my little child, run along to bed." A few minutes later the door closed, and a little child clambered into bed and fell asleep. Margaret Price (12 years).

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THE LUCERNIAN Two men walked in the city street, They had arranged to meet Each other on this day. As they went their way Folk turned to stare. Without a care They strode along ; heads up to face The world : this place For which they had fought. This place for which they had bought Freedom—at a price. The first man came from Russia. The aggressive Prussia Had learned to fear the " Red." As he walked, thoughts burned in his head. What had he fought for? Why had he suffered? Thoughts that he never before had uttered He now spoke aloud To his friend : " When the Hun arrived like a cloud Darkening the land, I burned. My thoughts at once turned To the past. Our fathers had fought for our rights, And at last, When we seemed like being able to live As we wished, we had to turn and give Our minds to defeating oppression again. I was fighting for men Who are old ; too old to fight for themselves. I was fighting for women, and the right To love them. For the sight Of the brown earth, for My children. The door We opened I will not have shut In their faces, but Most of all for my land. I helped to mould it with my hand. I love this Russian soil, And will not let my father's toil Be wasted. Having tasted The exquisite joy Of knowing that I, and my boy And girl will live as we wish, I will not now let a foe Who does not know The rudiments Of pity, mercy or justice, Over-run the land I love While I can raise a hand To stop him. I fought for my people, but above All, I fought for my land."

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They strolled through a park, And lounged on the grass. Dark Green trees met overhead. The Englishman smiled, and said, " I, too, fought for my land, but more Than that, I fought for The things that have gone before. For the traditions, the past. You fought for the future, I fought for our past that yet lives in our future.

I love our past. England has never nailed Her colours to a mast Which was false. She has never cast Her lot with the side which spurned truth. She has fought tooth And nail That right might prevail, The love of freedom not go. It never has, you know. I love our past and the future Which is born in our past. I've thought a lot in the last Few years, I've learnt all over again To know and love the women and men Of my history books. Nelson, Gladstone, Drake— Names that helped to make England the land she is now. Elizabeth, Charles, Alfred, Queens and Kings long dead, They showed us the way. We moulded her slowly, England, I mean, but surely The lower classes were unruly. The higher classes not always purely Great and good. But they all were the backbone Of England. The people alone Made her. Paid their lives for her. For England they died. She never has cried To them in vain. Through suffering and pain They live for her. I fought for this England, made Beautiful by the gay and the staid ; The people who built her traditions. I fought for this England, but more, I fought for the England that went before." So they each spoke their thoughts As they watched a lark In the trees. Like a light in the dark, They knew That they each had fought For the thing that they loved, And they each had loved the same thing. Margaret L. Tonne (16 years).

MY TEDDY BEAR I have a Teddy Bear, His name is Tom. But we're not quite sure Where he came from. Some say he came from town Because he wore a scarlet gown. Some say he came from up a tree, But this just makes us frown, For Nursie is quite certain He was specially made for me. Faye Pope (8 years)

THE LUCER.NIAN THE GREAT OF THE EARTH

" I think continually of those who were truly great, Who from their birth remembered the soul's history Through corridors of light, where the hours are suns endless and singing. Whose lovely ambition was That their lips, still touched with fire, Should tell of the spirit, clothed from head to foot in song." —Stephen Spender. What is it that makes men truly great ? It is not just determination or foresight. nor is it courage or self-sacrifice, but a combination of all four. Great men are determined. They know what they want, and they surmount all difficulties, they advance through storm and sunshine, till at last they reach their goal. They are farsighted, and see a vision of what lies ahead, and with this in view they are inspired to advance, following their ambition. Sometimes they succeed, sometimes they fail. But their very tenacity in following their vision makes them great. But no farsightedness can make a man great without courage—to battle against all odds, to face unflinchingly the opinions and adverse criticisms of men. Some men are afraid of the unknown that lies ahead, and seek to escape their fate. But the truly great have the courage to meet their destinies and battle through adversity to the better times that they believe to lie ahead. Sometimes troubles lie so thickly that to the end of their days they never emerge from the black cloud that is so difficult to disperse. Whether to triumph or to defeat, they go forward with high hearts. Sometimes they sacrifice their health, their life, their all, to further their great ideal. One of the causes of Mr. Roosevelt's death was the way in which he overworked himself. He willingly sacrificed his life that his country might experience a better, happier day. And not only his country—he saw beyond its narrow limits to the world-wide happiness and peace that lie ahead of us, and of which he failed to see the dawn. But, above all, greatness implies some Divine inspiration. A man's character may be built from the wood of courage, vision and stubborness, but the Divine spark is needed to make the whole burst into a flame that shines before all the world. He hears God's call, and arises to answer that call, trusting that he will be watched and guided ; God shows him the path he must follow to the bitter end. Faithfully, undauntedly, he walks, with the gleaming ideal ever beckoning him on.

A great man may arise from any class, race or religion. He may be known to all the world, he may be known to only a few. But wherever he may live, and whoever he may be, he is content " To strive, to seek, to find, but not to yield." Margaret Fargie (15 years).

PATRIOTISM IS NOT ENOUGH There have been many people in this world who have given their lives for the safety of others. Some in wars, others fighting for freedom, others in helping people not as lucky as themselves. Such was the case in the first World War when Nurse Edith Cavell gave up her life. On December 4th, 1865, a daughter was born to the vicar of Swardeston. She was christe - ed Edith Louisa, and was the eldest child of he Rev. Frederick Cavell. From the time when she was a small , ild, Edith had wanted to become a nurse. A last her wish became true, for, in 1895, she entered the London Hospital as a probationer. After her experience in many English hospitals, Nurse Cavell went to Brussels to help in establishing a modern training school for nurses. In 1907 she was appointed matron of the Birkendael Medical Institute. In August, 1914, at the outbreak of World War 1, she remained in charge of the Institute, which then became converted into a Red Cross hospital for both English and Germans. Seeing her chance, she secretly helped great numbers of Allied soldiers escape from hospitals and internment camps to the Dutch frontier. For nine months she kept up her great work ; but at the end of this period, the Germans became very suspicious of her activities. She was arrested on August 5th, 1915, and placed in a prison at St. Gillies. On October 7th, she was brought to trial before a court martial. Attempts were made, unsuccessfully, to obtain a reprieve. She was charged with having helped two hundred people to escape from Belgium. She confessed her deeds, and the trial was brought to an end on August 8th. On August 12th, 1915, this great nurse was shot to the horror of the world. Her statue, which stands near Trafalgar Square, London, bears her famous words, " Patriotism is not enough." It might be truly said of Edith Cavell that she gave her life " a ransom for many." Is this not sufficient to confirm the fact that she was one of the greatest women of the world, and that she will remain in the hearts of the people of the British Empire forever ? Margaret Price (12 years).

THE LUCERNIAN

The kites looked so funny that they made me laugh and laugh. A coolie's life is a busy one, because he has to work hard to earn his living. Pam Lilburne (7 years).

MR. WIND One day Mr. Wind was blowing along the road, and he saw a little girl. She had a new straw hat on. Her mother had just bought it yesterday. Mr. Wind said to himself, " Ha ! ha ! I'll blow her hat off ! " so he blew and blew until he blew tht little girl's hat off, and it went rolling down the street. A boy came along the road, and he saw the hat rolling down the street, and he said to the little girl, " I'll catch your hat for you." So the boy and girl ran after the hat. They met an old woman ; she was standing in front of the hat. She caught the hat and gave it to the little girl, and they said, " Thank you, old woman." Then both of them went to school. Faye Pope (8 years).

THE CAT

OUR MEN Lying on the battle grounds, The wounded, sick and brave, Through their senses memory sounds, For what they had they gave. Memories of the one they love, (All other memories cease), And of the gracious white dove, Which signifies the Peace. After five years of stress and strain After five years of total war, After five years of unbounded pain, Oh ! to gain peace for evermore. Australia ! Your work's all done 1 , At last the joyous news is heard, At last each mother claims her son, O'er all hovers the white-winged bird. Margaret Ellis (14 years)

THE CHINESE BOY There was once a little boy called Lin Choo. He was a little Chinese boy. He had no father or mother. He was a coolie. One week he would have to pull a cart, another he had to help grow the rice and other crops. One day I saw him working in the field. He wore a blue shirt, green pants and a yellow straw hat. He wore no shoes, because he was working in water. At night he got his friends to play with him with their kites.

Purring steadily, Dreaming readily, Sleeping soundly, The cat Wakes up suddenly, Jumps up hurriedly, Thinks he smells A rat. Moves quite soundlessly, Slinking endlessly Along to the end of The mat. Pounces quickly, Catches neatly, Goes back to where He sat. Washing carefully, Licking hopefully, Body so sleek And fat. Lies down sleepily, Dreaming happily, Life is extremely Flat. Patricia Bull (Matriculation)

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During the year some of our friends who came from Malaya have gone home to England, Ireland and Scotland. Some of our girls have been lucky enough to receive letters from them. The following are extracts from the correspondence :— From Valerie West's letter : " On board ship there was also school as well as at Morongo.' Every morning, from half-past nine till half-past ten, and every afternoon, from two o'clock till three o'clock. Sunday was the only day we didn't have it, although we had Sunday School from three o'clock till four o'clock in the afternoon. " We were divided up into four groups— (1) the babies, from 1 to 6 years; (2) first, second and third grades; (3) fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh grades; (4) the ones over twelve years. " I was in grade seven—the third group. " We had swimming every day from seven to nine o'clock, before breakfast, and ten o'clock to twelve, before dinner. " We had drill each afternoon. It was also divided into groups. The meals on board ship were very good, and it was lovely travelling. " We left Australia on Sunday afternoon, July 1st, and arrived at Liverpool on August lst. We did not stop at New Zealand because we had one hundred German spies on board, whom we were taking to England to work for us. We took about nineteen days from Melbourne to Panama. At Panama we were allowed to go ashore from three o'clock in the afternoon till midnight. " We got off the ship and took a taxi to Balboa City, where all the shops were. The people of Balboa were of different • colours. There were Spanish, Americans, darkies, negroes and Panarians. At the shops we bought some oranges, mangoes, sugar-cane, chewing-gum and sweets. " On Friday morning, at six o'clock, we left Balboa, and started to sail up the Panama Canal. First of all we went through three locks. When you get near the lock, ropes tied on to little pullies from the ship pull the ship into the lock. Then gates close behind and in front of the ship, so that no more water can get in. The ship rises as the water goes up. We were then eighty-five feet above sea level. After we had gone through the locks, we sailed down the canal until we came to the lake. We saw many birds and crocodiles as we passed through it. When we came to the end of the lake, we went through some more locks, so that we would be level with the sea again. " We went to Trinidad to pick up some sailors. After we left Trinidad, we took eight days to get home. Crossing the Atlantic we had pictures and parties.

" We then got a train down to Holyhead, where we took a boat across to Ireland. " I am going to a lovely school here called ' Alexandre,' but it isn't as good as Morongo.' From Pat Briggs' letter : " We took seven weeks altogether to get home : we stayed ten days in Wellington. While we were crossing from Wellington to Panama, we received an S.O.S. from an American merchant ship. One of their crew had fallen down a funnel and broken both his legs; as they were travelling without a doctor, we had to go back to them. " We don't feel the rationing very much in most things, but as there are quite a lot of us, it is much easier. We miss sweets and fruit very much. " While going through Panama Canal we were allowed on deck, but we were not allowed to throw anything into the water, as it would harm the lock. There were armed guards on board and on the shore ready to shoot anyone if they threw things in the water. " A flying bomb fell just near here during the war it was not far from our house." These letters have been appreciated, and we send with this copy of the magazine good wishes to our friends overseas. Sub-Intermediate.

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THE JOURNEY OF THE SOUL TO PARADISE The ancient Egyptians believed that the soul of a dead person had to travel a long, dangerous way before it reached paradise. It was thought that an Egyptian wild-dog, called Anubis, guided the soul along the dark, lonely paths that led to its destination. There were many dangers, such as horrible monsters, serpents which spat fire, and gigantic reptiles, but Anubis guided the soul faithfully. Firstly, the soul escaped in the form of a human- headed hawk from its mummified body, and began its journey by crossing the Western Mountain, which separated Egypt from the fabled land of Amenti. Afterwards, the soul boarded the boat of the sun-god, Ra, and passed under cover of night into the Mountain of the West. When the soul reached the Western Desert, he had to avoid meeting some apes who fished for the souls of men with nets. At this stage the soul again took its human form for a while •to escape from the. apes. The " Lily Lake " had to be crossed, but its ferryman was a sour, bad-tempered person, who was called " Face-Backwards," because he looked the other way when spoken to. This person had to be bribed before he would row the soul across. If he could not be bribed, the soul had to repeat certain charms obtained

from the Book of the Dead, a copy of which was left in the tomb for the soul's use. The last part of the journey was achieved with the help of the goddess Hathor, who, appearing as a cow, helped the weary soul over the deserts. When the sky was reached, the soul opened the gates of a foundry with more magic charms. He entered the foundry, and, accompanied by the god Horns, who was in the form of a green falcon, travelled to an island where grew the Tree of Life. Every day the soul went for a sail on the Celestial Nile, until one sunset the boat entered the Underworld, where lived the monstrous beasts and serpents who devoured the unwary souls of men. From the Underworld the soul entered Paradise, where he was shown into the Judgment Hall. In the middle of the floor was a huge balance, on which the mind and conscience of the dead man were compared with the feather symbol of Truth. The soul proclaimed his innocence of all the sins there were, and then the balance was consulted. If the balance did not swing evenly it proved that the dead man had been a sinner, so he was devoured by a female demon, who had the head of a crocodile, the body of a hippopotamus, and the hind legs of a lioness. If the balance confirmed the soul's statement, all was well, and the soul had his share of the eternal joys of Paradise. The Egyptians believed that Paradise was simply a glorified Egypt, where the royal souls had their servants and there was no misfortune or unhappiness, Jacqueline Hannam (14 years).

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BOOK REVIEWS " THE LAST ENEMY " (Richard Hillary) Richard Hillary is one of that gallant little band of fighters which stopped the Luftwaffe over England, evoking from Winston Churchill the tribute : " Never in the field of human endeavour have so many owed so much to so few." His days at Oxford were just an easy-going life ; friends, sport, literature and idle amusement bound him and his friends together. War came, and the problem of his career was solved. It would have been impossible to experience amusement, fear or exaltation to the same degree in any other existence than that of a fighter pilot. After extensive training, he was at last able to fly. then came Dunkirk, and to these lads connected with it the evacuation was just a colossal newspaper article, until they see for themselves the devastation on the beaches. Eventually he was drafted to a Spitfire squadron. After suffering much trepidation, he at last felt an exhilarating confidence—he was able to fly a Spitfire. That his friends considered they were fighting a war to see a world rid of fear, a better world and a Christian world had not occurred to him. His idea was that he was fighting this war because he believed that in war one can swiftly develop all one's faculties to a degree that it would normally take half a lifetime to achieve. Individual combat, selfinterest, total responsibility for one's own fate —to kill or be killed ; these factors constituted his attitude towards life. At times the losing of pilots was somehow impersonal, nobody felt any great emotion— there simply was not time. On September 3rd he was shot down. Trapped in the blazing cockpit of his machine, he managed to struggle free, and baled out. It appeared unlikely to him that he should he picked up, ,and so decided that he was going to die ; he was strangely unafraid. The chapter in which the long period of operations and convalescence is presented to us is entitled " The Beauty Shop." Coming to

the hospital with sickly smell of death in his nostrils, his badly-burned body received due attention, and after two months he was sufficiently recovered for an operation. The verdict was the provision of four new eyelids, but before long, under the capable hands of the Air Force doctor, he was able to raise and lower the new upper lids. Later came the two lower lids and also a new upper lip. The time came to remove the stitches, and he was given a .mirror to gaze at the result. It was indeed a surgical masterpiece, but a blow to his vanity, the new lip being deadwhite and thinner than its predecessor, and the left eyebrow having been raised to pair it with the other. There was then the long job of making his claws back into hands. In all the days of convalescence he had ample opportunity for thinking. Something had been happening in his thoughts, disturbing his previous acceptions of life. During training, his life had been too full of good times, during hospitalisation too full of pain, but during convalescence he had time to think it through. He seemed to be groping for a new concept, struggling to redefine his life. The " slapdash " egocentrics of his pre-war Oxford days would no longer serve. Yet he had not anything to take their place. His awakening came suddenly. For some time he had been allowed to be up and about on his own ; on this particular night he went up to London. A heavy raid was in progress when he arrived. After the raid, he was asked to help a demolition squad recover a woman who was buried under a bomb-blasted building. Looking down into the blood-streaked face, a sudden sense of unreality flashed across him. The poor creature started to weep, and with tears running down her cheeks, she lifted her eyes to his, and said, " Thank you, sir ; I see they got you, too." These words passing through his mind seemed bitterly futile to him. That the woman should so die was an enormity so great that it was terrifying. He recognised in that moment what his friends had instantly recognised as evil and had to be utterly destroyed. With awful clarity he saw himself just as he was, and dared not think that he had been so self-centred, so arrogant. They had all tried to tell him that no price was too dear to achieve victory, but he had not listened ; now he was prepared to write, to tell how ,his self-centred delusions had been swept away by what he had experienced. By a sudden realisation, he became one of the many who had learnt the lesson of St. Paul, " The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death." Z. Friedman (16 years).

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shoot the wounded mules and have breakfast." About this time Churchill wrote his first mili(By Rt. Hon. W. S. Churchill, M.P., C.H.) tary book, " The Malakand Field Force "—a resume of the movements of the Tirah ExpeIn , the world of to-day, when so many people are looking forward to the future, and rightly dition he had accompanied as correspondent. so, it is a pleasant relaxation to look back, He also published his first novel, " Savrola." especially into the lives of the great people of Hardly had the fighting on the Indian frontier ceased, when a new campaign began in this century. " My Early Life " gives an intimate glimpse the Sudan. After an unnecessary delay, caused into the life of one of the world's greatest by the disapproval of Lord Kitchener, Churchill statesmen, Winston S. Churchill. The school managed to obtain a commission in the 21st life in the 1880's, the life in the Army, and the Lancers, stationed at Cairo. He gives an exbeginning of a brilliant career in the House citing description of the Battle of Omdurman, of Commons, makes interesting, enjoyable which finally resulted in a win for the British Combined Forces. When describing this war, reading. Churchill says : " This kind of war was full of Churchill's scholastic efforts were anything fascinating thrills. It was not like the Great but brilliant, so it was decided he should em- War. Nobody expected to be killed. . . War bark on a military career. After several years which used to be cruel and magnificent has at Harrow and Sandhurst, he was gazetted to now become cruel and squalid." the 4th Hussars. Of the life in the Army Churchill returned to India in the following during Queen Victoria's reign, Mr. Churchill year, where he played, and won for his regiThe gives us a picturesque, vivid account. ment, the polo tournament. As his injured chivalry, the strict discipline, the rivalry beshoulder was again causing difficulty, Churchill tween regiments, and the splendour and maghad to play with his arm strapped to his side ; nificence of regimental social life, are vividly however, he managed to get three out of four portrayed. goals with which his side won. In 1899 At the age of twenty-one Churchill went to Churchill left the Army, and turned his attenCuba in search of adventure and active ser- tion to politics. Meanwhile, he finished his vice. A year later he was sent to India, and it book on the River War. At the first election was there, as he disembarked from the boat, in 1899 Churchill stood for Oldham, but was that he dislocated his shoulder. This injury badly beaten. One result was that he became has since ;hen caused moments of extreme acquainted with many leading politicians of the embarrasment in peril, violence and effort. day, namely, Mr. Chamberlain, Mr. Asquith and " Once it very nearly went out through a too- Mr. Balfour. However, Mr. Churchill had no expansive gesture in the House of Commons, time to brood over his defeat, as he was asked and I thought how astonished the members to go to the African War as war corresponwould have been to see the speaker to whom dent for the " Morning Post." Having arrived they were listening suddenly, for no reason, in Natal, Churchill attached himself to a unit, throw himself upon the floor in an instinctive and was immediately captured by Louis Botha, effort to take the strain off the displaced arm later General Botha, who afterwards became bone." At Bangalore (India) Churchill and Churchill's lifelong friend. Churchill escaped the other officers foctissed all their attention from Pretoria, and after being hunted and on their polo ponies, polo being first thought hounded, he managed to reach Durban, to find in all soldiers' mindS. As Churchill says: " We himself a popular hero. Re-entering the Army, sleep until five o'clock ; then the station begins he served in Africa throughout the Boer War, to live again. It is the hour of polo. It is both as a soldier and a correspondent. the hour for which we have been living all When Mr. Churchill returned to England, day long." he found that he was sought after to speak at At the age of twenty-two, Churchill began every type of political meeting. his " education." Four or five hours a day he again for Oldham, Mr. Churchill wasStanding elected spent in reading history or philosophy. It was with a modest majority. During the election . his belief that men should not enter the Uni- campaign Mr. Balfour and Mr. Chamberlain versities until they thirsted for knowledge ; spared no effort on Mr. Churchill's behalf, then they would appreciate their education so speaking for him at various large meetings. much more. Before the House of Commons met, Churchill As a correspondent, Churchill went with Sir toured England and America, lecturing on the Bindion Blood to North-West India. Here South African War. From this he raised occurred one of the " regrettable incidents " of £10,000, which enabled him to live peacefully history. Hundreds of native soldiers had been for a few years while he centred his /attention killed, while many British officers and men had on the political side of life. Churchill was just been brutally butchered. With all the careless twenty-six when he entered the House of abandon of youth, Churchill says, " The hag- Commons. -ard faces of the surviving officers added the Mr. Churchill leaves this message for the final touch to this grim morning scene. How- young men of to-day : " Come on now, all you ever, it was all over now. So we proceeded to young men all over the world. You are needed

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more than ever now to fill the gap of the generation shorn by the war. You have not an hour to lose. You must take your places in life's fighting line. Twenty to twenty-five. These are the years. Don't be content with things as they are. ' The earth is yours and the fulness thereof.' Enter into your inheritance, accept your responsibilities. Raise the glorious flags again." Dorothy Kendall (Matriculation).

" I SAW TWO ENGLANDS " (By H. V. Morton) Now the war is over, we find ourselves thinking of peace and the future of reconstruction ahead of us. Many, whose minds drift back to the days of war, think only of the later years, and contrast them with the present. Most of us, however, remember little of the years before the war, when anxiety was ahead, but life continued as usual. It is for this reason that H. V. Morton's " I Saw Two Englands," is of special interest. By relating his impressions and experiences, which take place on a journey through England in May, 1939, Mr. Morton gives us a. vivid glimpse of life before the war. We can then compare this with his description of a later journey in October of the same year, showing us the early effects of the war on the English people. The first journey takes Mr. Morton into Kent. Any who read or find pleasure in the study of history are interested in the thoughts which flash across the author's mind as he gazes at a country castle, the former home of some famous person. Quebec House, the former home of General James Wolfe; Hever Castle, the home of Anne Boleyn's father; and Penhurst Place, where lived the famous Sidney family, recall tales and small scraps of information gleaned from books and acquaintances. As he motors through the beautiful Kentish countryside, Mr. Morton describes the famous hop-gardens, and at Boxley tells of a visit to the church where George Sandys was buried. A visit to Canterbury, the famous cathedral city, is an interesting part of the journey. He describes the cathedral itself, and as he stands in the north transcept, recalls the story of the death of the famous Thomas a'Beckett. Walmer Castle, the home of Wellington, is his next stop, and here he is shown a small museum, and the simple room in which the Iron Duke died. He passes through Lewes, Pyecombe, Bignor (where he visits the site of an ancient Roman villa), and Chichester. Passing on to Hampshire, we obtain a glimpse of the little village of Selborne, where Gilbert White was born and lived, writing " so lovingly of birds and animals and flowers." Two other important features of this peacetime journey are a visit to Cumner, the village associated with the mysterious death of Amy

Rosbert, wife of Robert Dudley, and later to Bedford, the town with which Bunyon was so well associated. At Fortheringham, we learn the author regards the ruins of the castle where she was living at the time. But suddenly, one evening as Mr. Morton sits in a restaurant in Peterborough, his journey comes to an end. The news of the attack on Danzig recalls him to London that day, where he remains until, in November, he deterof the tragic death of Mary Queen of Scots, as mines to obtain a picture of England as she faces the first year of the war. On his second Journey he is very interested and amused to see huge London companies and business firms installed in large country homes. The Baltic Exchange controls the cereal imports from a village in Surrey, while the British Broadcasting Commission carries on most of its activities in a small country town. The greater part of Mr. Morton's second journey is devoted to the inspection of factories. He witnessed the colossal work involved in the manufacture of Wellington Bombers, and in the armaments towns of the Midlands he visits a factory turning out shrapnel shells, and watches the manufacture of tanks. The various branches of work involved in the manufacture of the 3.7 anti-aircraft gun and its shells are of special interest to him, and so also is a visit to a shipbuilding yard in the North. During his trip the author pays special attention to the importance of the English inn. He believes that it is highly significant that, of all English institutions, the country inn is the most satisfactory. " Eccentricity and oddity, which have always delighted the English, come into their own when the inn opens its doors in the evening," for it is here that the local characters meet and do and say as they wish. There is no restriction on their freedom, and it is here that the best of humour has its home. But as Mr. Morton is watching the navy in action, riding in a tank, visiting a Flying School, or being conducted over the Department of Postal Censorship, his descriptions are constantly relieved by the glimpses he gives us of the character of the English people. Whether it be in the form of a short story or the remark of some ordinary person, this glimpse enables us to understand the spirit which carried England safely through the war. We find that the opinions of our people form a strong contrast to those expressed by some German officers in a prison camp which Mr. Morton visits. It is his belief that the character of the English people is nowhere more clearly manifested than in the bravery of her fishermen. " War to them is merely a risky kind of game, with rules which you break at your peril,"

THE LUCERNIAN Mr. Morton finishes his trip with a reflection on the inertia of the English war effort at the time. He is somewhat disturbed by the apathy which is the result of the fact that everybody is waiting for something to happen. It is his belief that this could be remedied by the rise of a " full-blooded leader." But, after the defeat at Dunkirk, when the Battle for Britain has begun in earnest, he reflects upon the change war has made upon the country. It has revealed in the people an anxiety to defend

their homes and has revived local loyalties and traditions. For most people have returned to their homes, and here they remain, isolated by the shortage of petrol and the lack of mails. They have come to be satisfied with their own small town, realising that there is no better place to be in wartime, and proud to be able to guard it. " In this manner," says Mr. Morton, " we have without realising it tapped the wells of satisfaction which had begun to dry up when the world became restless and irresponsible." Audrey Margetts (Matriculation).

F A IR e CE1 (IF f f /Cook Om last on all filings lovely, every liour. ret not nigitt Seal thy sense in decal-71y slumber till to de l igt)t Z.I-)ou bast paid t1-713 utmost blessing; Since that all things thou would.st praise ideauty took from those who loved them in other clays. Walter de la 1314re