The Cantuarian December 1976 - August 1977 by OKS Association

THE CANTUARIAN

DECEMBER 1976

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CONTENTS PAGE

EDITOR IAL OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE AWARDS, 1976

THIS AND THAT

KING'S CHARACTERS: ARTHUR GORE

THE QUEEN 'S VISIT

MR. R. W. HARRIS

THE SCHOOL

REPORTS AND REVIEWS

CORRESPONDENCE

"THE M IKADO"

ST. AUGUSTINE'S : THE MOVE

KING'S SPORT

IMAGINATIVE WRITING

KING'S SPORT (col/tinued)

C.C.F. NOTES

SALVETE AND VALETE

O.K.S. NEWS

ST. AUGUSTINE'S: SOME HISTORY

OUR CONTEMPORARIES We acknowledge with thank s the receipt of magazines from the followi ng schools;A ldenham. Ampleforth , Bedford, Bradfield, Bryanston, Cranbrook. Duiwic h, Eastbourne, Edinburgh Academy, Epsom, Fel sted, Glenaimond, Hurslpierpoint, Kent Co llege, Latymcr Upper, Marlborough, Orwell Park, Queen's College Hong Kong, R.G.S. Newcastle, Radley. St. Augustine's Wes tgate, S1. Edward 's, Stony hurst. St. Paul's, Sutton Valence, Tonbridge, Whitgift. Worksop.

THE CANTUARIAN VOL. XLI No. I

DECEMBER,

1976

EDITORIAL Buildings do not make a school but they are a very important element in its life. Over a century ago Mitchinson realised thi s when in his early years as Headmaster of King's, he persuaded the Dean and C hapter to embark on a building programme which created the Mint Yard as a school precinct, with School House (built as a model boarding house of the early 1860's) and Galpin's then the Headmaster's house. It was the view of Mitchinson and many other Victorian Headmasters that boarding education could not fulfil its ideals unless the surroundings were so designed as to encourage civilisation and privacy. This view is still valid today a nd we now face the task of organising our resources so that we can produce an environment in which pupils can develop as individuals. King's face s considerable problems if we are to fulfil these ideals. It is not possible to put up new buildings in the Precincts and many of our present boarding houses were designed for other purposes, and in any case are protected by preservation orders which make alterations difficult. Th is is why the acquisition of St. Augus tine's is so important for the School, in that it has enabled us to make a start on the problems of our boarding accommodation. St. Augustine'S was built as a college and without too much a lteration we have been able to adapt it to our use. There are now on~h un dred and seven boys in St. Augustine's and they live either in shared studies or single rooms. The study bedroom is to my mind the ideal unit for boarding in that it provides privacy and also allows its occupant to feel that he has a place which is his own a nd where he can withdraw from the pressures of institutional living. St. Augustine's has much else of value to the School, in that it is a building of considerable beauly, includes some splendid public rooms, has two chapel s, and is close to the rest of the School. We are now able to sell the Sanatorium, Plender and Riversleigh since we have created a new Sanatorium in St. Augustine's and the former inhabitants of Plender a nd Riversleigh now form part of Tradescant and Broughton houses in St. Augustine's. Yet it would be wrong to claim that the lease of St. Augustine's bui ldings has solved the School's accommodation problems. Though we have taken forty boys out of the Precincts and somewhat reduced the numbers of the School, many of the Precincts houses are still too crowded and too lacking in privacy. Plans are now being prepared and will

NEW FRIENDS IN NEW PLACES: The Dean and Mrs. de Want with the Headmaster in St. Augustine's Gateway Chamber

be submitted to the Governors early next year which envisage the creation of mo re stud y bedrooms in the Gran ge, the building or a Ilew gymnasium on Blores and the conversion of the present gym nas ium to a changin g area for girls and study bedrooms for School House. We cont inue to press ahead with Ollr planning application fo r the Lu xmoore land so that in time we can sell thi s area and use the mon ey to build two new board ing houses on Blares, whi ch will accommodate the present members of Luxl1100re a nd Lattergate. We wo uld then hope to be able to create a second day-boy house in the Precincts since Marlowe is too c rowded and lacks man y faci lities. All thi s will demand a great deal of money and though the sa le of so me of our outlying properties wi ll provide some fund s, an appeal wi ll have to be launched if we a re to solve all QUI' difficulties. In the end, even in these worry ing times, we must try and show the sa me faith a nd confide nce as did our Victor ian ancestors. Mitchin so n created an environment which enabled the School to prosper and if we mana ge to fulfil a ll our hopes we may do the same. St. Augustine's is a magnificent beginning but we must not rest with this-much more still ha s to be done.

OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE AWARDS, 1976 C HESHIR E, I. M. ... CHI SHOLM , CAROL M. COWELL, P . J.

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COX, N. ] . DURRANT, A. R. C. FI NN, A. H. R.

JACKSON, S. J . M. LA WFORD, S. C. LOCK, M. R. MA C KINTOSH, J . A. G. MARSHALL, N. H. MA YNARD, A. J.

NAUNTON DAVI S, J. V. NIBLETT, P. D.... NORRISH , G . N. T. SHAW , N. G. WALKER , I. F.

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WENDAN, A. M.. " WINTERSON, A. P .

Open Scholarship in Economics, Christ's College, Cam bridge Open Ex hibition in Mathematics, Sidney Sussex College, Cambri dge Open Exhibition in Natural Sciences, Peterhouse, Cambrid ge C horal Scholarsh ip, St. Catharine's Col lege, Cambridge Maso n Scholarship in History, Corpus C hri sti College, Oxford Open Ex hibition in Natural Sciences, Jesus College, Cambridge Open Scholarship in Natural Sciences, for Engi neering, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge Organ Scholarship, Magdalen College, Oxford C horal Sc holarship, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge Academical Clerkship, New College, Oxford Open Scholarship in Engl ish, Christ's College, Cambridge Open Scho larship in C lassics, Corpus Ch ri sti College, Oxford Open Ex hibition in Hislory, Jesus College, Cambridge Open Scho larship in Mathematics, Pembroke College, Oxford Open Exhibition in Modern Languages, Magdalene C ollege, Cambridge Open Exhibition in Hi story, Keble College, Oxford Open Exhibition in Classics, for Law, C lare College, Ca mbridge Open Exh ibition in History, Jesus College, Cambrid ge Instrumental Ex hibition , Worcester College, Oxford 2

~his & ~hat On 10th December the School was ho noured to. we lcome the Queen whcn she visited Canterbury. Her Majesty took luncheo n m the School Dmmg Hall. ... Very specia l eve nts have traditionally been the occasion for n Our Cover- or outburst of heraldry o n our cover, and so our entry lIl~e t~

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â&#x20AC;˘ long co nstituted the relation between Augustl11e s tWill ou~ ~~on~ has itself been long dead: but thi s is perhaps the first lime that the arms 0 rISe Ch urch which a re also ours, have been amicab le and equal ne' ghbours to those of th Abbey ~f St. Au gustine. T he surrounding wreath alludes to Tradescant and BlOughton, Kin's Scholars associated with St. Au gustine's after whom our houses the,e ale now gd Two of the man y dozens . of plants wh,ch Enghsh garde'l' s of we ttOI Tt'ladnesNcaenwt calle â&#x20AC;˘ . d M" g G lory broug 1t rom 1e 1e enterprise we re c hosen, the plane Iree an la . 0l11ln tl t even newer world of Australia World' whi le branches of wattle and euca yplus evo k e 1a whic h Broughton did so much to enlighten. 3

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New Faces . ambndge) to teach Modern Languages; James Graham-Brown (K t J gerbyslme C.C.C.) to teach English and as Professional Cricket Coach. Roger ~ 'I~n

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te~c~ E~gl\~h~eaCh MathemalIcs, and MIchael Webb (King's, Cambridge ~nd Bristol) t~ The first programme of Johnny Morr·s' B B C 2 . 01 Eng/and, confirmed the King's School I as ~ ~;jor"~~~~\t ~ to be in most IIlterestIng feature wou ld t b I K. ,I rap. our whilst Gerald Hattee runs neck and neck ~:i~~ th~ N~r;;:n S:~~~a~C}~.o~n~i~~~

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Speakers This Term We were fortunate this term in the number of distinguished men and women who found time to address us. Among others we M· heard Lord Snow on Solzhenitsyn, Sir Edmund Leach on M th Q D~;I~hCr~uch, Md·P·, on Thhe Working of Parliament, Her Honour Judge C~es' :'t· d·ffie I~r, an D r. J 0 n Rae, Headmaster of Westminster on some moderll' Ch· ns Ian 1 . cu ties. '

WMe ~ongratulate Robin and Laura Pittman on the birth of a daughter Katy

New Arrival

almnne, on December 17th.

Your Healths!

'('e are delighted to report the speedy recovery of Mrs. Wctherilt following ler sudden Illness at such a difficult time; we hope she wi ll soon be been sorely miss~~~~;f~~~i~tiol~tiJI~~s~ame tIme we welcome back Mr. Reid who has

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Prospectus t h se r. be PI,ct0nall y excellent S1!lCe several hundred photographs were available o. c tood 10m. T.le Cantum IOn hopes In Its next Issue to print some of those which were reJec e .... . Nothmg to Declare in 1849. He d"

When in September President Bhutto of Pakistan asked for the Koh-i-noor dIamond back there was probably a firm ghostly "No fear" from Colonel Mackeson, O.K.S . Mackeson had brought it into this country hidden in a ~:~t I~~~~~~~ ~lo~h~S, an~ saying nothing as h~ passed through the Custom;, h· In n la a ew years later. As IllS monument in the Cathedra l

:·~~oG~ver~~;_G~I~e~~eh~~~ef?,'~~~~ i~r~a~\ffi~,:~ea~~t:v~n~fu~~rmt~ ~~de c~~t::'"t~h~~f~ e~~;:~~t :~:I~~ha~~I~~:rl~d;~~~i~!:sP~ft~~~~~ii~c~~~~~~t~~~' temper, 'which added tenfold Dublin Embassy Ewart-Biggs.

Mr. Robin Haydon, formerly British High Commissioner in Malta whose son P~ul was recently at King's (Linacre, 1971-75), has bee~ appomted Bntlsh Ambassador in Dublin, succeedi ng Mr. Christopher 4

Creme de la creme

Of the King's houses Meister Omers was the one specially chosen to reatu re in the twenty-foot mural which adorns Morelli 's Coffee Shop and Ice Cream Parlour in MCl'cery Lane.

Mr. B. E. Money sadly missed.

As we were going to press we heard with deep regret of the death on 1st January of Bruce Ernie Money (Holme House, 1903-07) at the age or 87. One or the most senior and raithful O.K.S., he will be /

We were sorry to hear of the death in July of Mr. A. M. Leney, whose sprightl y and shrewd management of the Leney Travelling Awards wi ll be remembered by a number of O.K.S. whose plans came to fruition (a nd sometimes didn't) with help from this imaginative scheme. We are glad to learn that the Awards are to cont inue. Mr. A. M. Leney

The School was represented at the memorial service for Miss Anna

Anna Zinkeisen

Zinkeisen (Mrs. Guy Heseltine) by our former headmaster, Canon Newell, and Mrs. Newell. Miss Zinkeisen, who painted the portrait of Canon Newell which hangs in the Shirley Hall, died in October. Mousike . ..

Congratulations to Alex Winterson who in addition to his Instrumental Exhibition at Worcester College, Oxford, has gained the A.R.C.M. (Perrormer). Those who enjoyed his recital are probably not surprised

but it is a prodigious feat to achieve such an award wh ilst still at school , and is a great

tribute to Ronald Sm ith, his teacher. ... to Jonathan Haswell (Flute) who has been chosen for the Nat ional Youth Orchestra. He joins Christopher Anderson (Bassoon). ... to R. P. B. Strivens (Piano) and D. S. Bulley (Piano) who passed the Associated Board Grade VII! exam ination with distinction and merit respectively. A. R. C. Durrant (Piano) also passed Grade VIII. R. W. H. Jones (Piano) passed Grade VII. Mrs. Constance Ph ill ips retired at the end of term after many years as a teacher of Piano, Violin and Viola. Her string pupil s included Christopher Seaman, Conductor of the B.B.C. Scottish Symphony Orchestra. Mrs. Carol Bacon Harty also left us last term to be succeeded as Flute teacher by Miss Catherine Hill. Mr. Bernard Shaw is now teaching Percussion , Mr. Hugh Davies the Bassoon and Derek Faux-Bowyer the Guitar. Mr. Anthony Piccolo, known to many as Nanki-Poo, is joining the musical staff as a Piano teacher next term. Galpin's musicians mounted an "impromptu" concert in the Recital Room after lunch on Tuesday, 30th November, by all accounts a very well-prepared programme! They are, as ever, we ll endowed with ta lented performers, and on this occasion Nicho las Cox arranged

solo appearances on the viol in , flute, double bass and piano, as well as giving what turned Ollt to be his own last performance on c larinet, piano and as an alto. Our loss is Cambridge's ga in . Two spare even ings after the Carol Service saw the musicians giving chamber concerts

in the Recital Room . The first is reviewed elsewhere. The second, organised by Christopher Anderson and Jonathan Haswell, presented School House and Galpin's Halls in a selection of music from the Vivaldi G minor Violin Concerto, ably performed by C. A. C. White, to Seiber piano duets. One hopes that it may be possible to fit in more of these short concerts by the yo unger players. 5

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After last ~ear' s temporary aberration the Common Room XV summanly dlSnllssed the 3rd XV 13- 6 in their annual fixture.

Twenty Colts' tea ms from schools a ll over Kent met on Birley's on Sunday, 19th Sep.tember to play. for a Sevens cup. The competition, played on a gro up b~ s , s and co mpllsmg 43 games In all, was won by a strong team from Chislehurst and S,dcup G.S. who defea ted R.M.S., Dover, in the final. Congratulation s to the School fencers who have once again maintained their superlative

standards, and to the Colts' Ru gby XV on an ex tremely successful season. Be~ore ieavi!lg England for a three-week American tour with the London Phdhan.~? nlc . Orchestra,. Martin Pany. (Ma rlowe, 1957- 6 1), the .. . olcl,lCSti (l S pi Jnclpa i fl auti st, sent ahead hI s sil ver flute to Boston where WdlJam Haynes, the Instrument makers, were to mak~ a 7,500-dollar golden flute exact ly like It. Maltll1 was hopll1g to collect the silver flute 111 Chicago to use on the tour and the golden flute before returnll1g to England. '

. . . S,lence IS Si lver

Mrs. Lowe husband.

The School was shocked to hear of the sudde~ deat h of Mrs. Lowe from the shop by the Mint Yard Gate. King's was represented at her funeral by two masters and three boys. Our most profound sympathies go to her

Those constantly in deep water can take heart from the fact that one of Rachel's Saving Grace our ne~. girl S, ~achel ~illiam s., won t~vo c~ps in County Life-saving competitIOn s shOi tly befole sta rtJl1g at King's In September. Congratulations to P. R. Mallorie (Mei s~er Omers, 1936- 40) on his Officers. .. pi amotIOn to All. Commodore (With the actll1g rank of Air Vice-Marshal). . . . . . . to M; P. Banow who recent ly qualified for a short-servi ce comm ission and will JOin the Queen s Own H ighlanders. More congratu lations to Professor C. A. R. Hoare (Grange, 1947.â&#x20AC;˘. and Gentlemen 52), on hiS dl ~tll1 gu l shed appointment as Professor of Computation . at Oxford UllIverslty from October 1st, 1977. The achievement is more remarkable slIlce Professor Hoare was a classicist at school. . '.' to J. S. G. Thomas (Marlowe, 1968- 73) and C. S. Snell (Marlowe, 1969- 74) on shanng the Poetry Readmg Pnze at Corpus Ch risti, Cambridge. Split-site Schooling

R.B.M.'s solution to the problem of a Plender study and a Precincts bedroom was GKK 628L.

One of the most impressive exhibitions held in connection with the An .Englis!lInan bicen~en~ry of American inde'pe~dence. was "The European Vision of m Pans Amenca at the Gra.nd Palals 111 Pan s. Largely responsible for the . . conceptIOn and plannll1g of the exhibition, and for the preparation of ItS most detailed, scholarly and perceptIve catalogue was Hugh Honour, O.K.S.

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Professor Thomas Stapleton (Grange, 1933- 38) has sent us a copy of a letter he and the Headmaster of K ing's, Parramatta, had written to The Australian, in wh ich they amplified an account given in that publication of the lin ks between Australia and Canterbury. As this issue of The Can tuarian contains material- some perhaps not we ll~ known-o n this topic, we shall await comments with interest.

Australian Papers Please Copy

Pre-Oxford jitters: "I always get the Amazons mixed up with the Sabine

What a Boob

Wom en. "

In the limel ight thi s term has been one of our two city councillors, Stephen Woodley. First, along with five other councillors, his home was the target for thirty bags of rubbish which were left on his doorstep by Canterbury Young Liberal.s . Then his appointment to the Kent Education Committee and its Schools Sub-Committee aroused a good deal of local controversy, and most recently his speech to the A.M.A. Con ference, attacking Government educational policy, was highlighted on the radio. School must seem very dull in comparison! Political Master

A letter from Nicholas Thompson (Marlowe, 1960- 66) to the Daily Telegraph on the value of hereditary peerage reminded us that he is now a Prospective Conservative G .L.C. Candidate. We also believe that Antony Fell (Marlowe, 1958- 63) has been adopted as a Parliamentary cand idatebut where, and for what party? We should li ke to hear from political O.K.S.- there

Political O.K.S.

might even be votes in it, yo u ne ver know.

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When Professor Robert Rhodes James, former Assistant Clerk of the House of Commons, retained Cambridge for the Conservati ves in the recent by-election, no one could remember the last Clerk who made it into the Commons on hi s own account. We can affirm that there was a Lords Clerk, Sir Cuthbert Headlam ( 1890- 93) who sat as a Tory M.P. in the 1945 Parliament.

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And Now for Something A restaura nt advertising in The Mikado programme exhorted Completely Different . â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ visitors to " try our decor"!

Guess Who?

Member of staff: " I say, old chap, would you mind passing the wide bandwidth quarter-wave acoustic transformer?" Translat ion: " Would you pass me the megaphone'!"

Blare's once again assumed its occasional role as Royal airfield this term when the helicopter bringing the Duke of G lollcester to Canterbury landed there. The Duke was in Canterbury to see restoration work being carried out on the cathedral before visiting America to enlist support for the Cathedral Appeal.

Down to Earth

KING'S CHARACTERS: No. I ARTHUR GORE With the following profile we begin a new series designed to highlight some of those familiar characters who play such a large part in the everyday life of King's. Few would argue with our choice of the man to launch the series: more than forty years loyal service and connection with the school, years which span an acting headmaster, three headmasters and eight bursars, is qualification enough to enjoy a brief moment of Can luarian glory. Take into account, too, the man's gen ial manner, quiet efficiency and warmth- attributes we all recognise and respect-and it seems almost inevitable that we take as our subject Arthur Gore, our School Shop Manager. Eased into an appren ticeship in horticulture by his father, Arthur soon eased himself out and took a job, at the tender age of seventeen, at Ki ng's as a Ho use Porter. The you thful stride and twinkle of the eye perhaps belie the fact that Arthur's career at King's commenced in 1935, two terms before the advent of Canon Shirley, and was interrupted on ly by the war when Arthur, having seen the school off to Cornwall, served for five years in the R .A.F. T hose early days were exciting times at K ing's, times of expansion, of experiment, of effort, and all were expected to play their parts to the full. Financial pressures meant a small wo rking staff and when someone fell ill, improvisation rather than replacement was the norm. One was expected to perform all manner of task in a wo rking day which stretched from 6.30 a.m. to 9 p.m . Porter, headmaster's chauffeur, shop assistant, dining hall supervisor, general ad ministrator-all these positions (and many more) Arthu r was asked to fill, and filled, often on the same day ! But he is always quick to point out the compensations : the feeling of belonging to a large and successful fam ily; the high excitement (he recalls serving tea to George VI in the School Library in 1946, no doubt before returning to the clothes coupons and fuel requisition bills which were his staple diet in those days); the moments of humour with the boys (again he tells of the glee occasioned in a crowded School Shop by a yo ung boy's request for a suspender belt). Such snippets can give but a glimpse of the ri chness of life in those years and can but suggest the efforts Arthur has made on King's behalf in his years here. In 1968, on the retirement of Harry Curtis, then School Steward a nd Shop Manager, Arthur's qualities and business acumen were rewarded when he was placed in overall charge of both School Shop and Tuck Sho p, the position he continues to fi ll with efficiency and good humour. And to those qualities I feel many boys would be quick to add sympathy; for to some new boys, bewildered in the early-term swirl of the Precincts, Arthu r and the Shop, standing as they do on the periphery of scholastic strife, have become a haven, a source of avuncular comfort and reassurance. In fact Arthur's ability in the School Shop is shown best not in the purveyance of blazers and boaters but in the free giving of the human qualities of warmth, sincerity and cheerfulness. Canon Shirley once described Arthur Gore as "pure gold" and though this is perhaps not a phrase boys would use, none would disagree with the very pertinent sentiment. We wish Arthur, his wife, and two child ren many more happy years at K ing's. B.J.D. 8

THE QUEEN'S VISIT TO CANTERBURY It is now 500 yea rs si nce Ed wa rd IV held Great Council in Meister Omers (1470), and 400 si nce Elizabeth I visited Ca nterbury in state (1573), and the great affairs of contemporary Britain a re more common ly pursued in the corridors of Westminster or the T.U.c' than within the Precincts. but the visit of the reigning monarch, and one universally admired for her sense of dedication and service, remain s a notable event in the li fe of the city and of the school. So it was whe n the Queen spent five hours here on Friday, 10th December, having come to inspect progress on the Cathedral's restoration work and to attend Evensong. It was only the second visit of her reign to Canterbury. Arriving at Canterbury East Station, the royal coach having been hitched to the scheduled 10040 a .m. servi ce from Victoria, Her Majesty was received by the Lord Lieutenant and Lady Astor of Hever and by the Mayor and Mayoress, Councillor Ian Fowler (O.K.S.) and Mrs. Gillian Fowler. Large crowds, including 4,000 schoolchildren, lined her route through Canterbury to the Mint Yard, where Kin g's boys and masters ga ined their first glimpse of the Queen as she was dri ven throu gh to the official welcome at the Deanery. At the reception, guests connected with the Cathedral Appeal were introduced to the Queen, and some senior boys and girls assisting at the reception were fortunate enough to be introduced too. Subsequently, the school's closest contact with the royal guest occurred as Her Majesty wa lked from the Deanery to the school dining hall, stopping on her way to talk to the Headmaster of Milner Court and to three King's fifth-formers, Andrew Stein , Ch ristopher Feder a nd Graham Donnell, of whom Stein was the only one of the 168 boys who had stayed on a day into the holidays to achieve press quotation. Outside the dinin g hall , Celia Pi lkington presented the Queen with a posy of freesia s, wh ilst sister Sarah watched with arms folded in excitement. Once inside, the Queen joi ned a di stinguished luncheon gathering, which included the Archbishop and Mrs. Coggan and Lord s de l' lsle, Cromer, Salmon, Clark and Monckton with her at High Table. Posterity will not lightly forgive us if we fail to record that Gardner Merchant Ltd. , with Mr. Blair prominent, provided a splend id lunch of ;'vocado Pear with Prawns followed by Supreme of Chicken (and Cheverny, Domaine Gaudronniere, 1973). Nor, as emancipation and inflation sweep away our monki sh inheritance, will future generation s

of King's girl s be indifferent to the information that the Queen was dressed thus for the day: Her bille hopsack coat used ra ised shoulder and hip seams for emphasis and was set off with a hat in one of her favourite shapes-a rounded, off-the-face style. In matching blue wool, it had a pom-pom trim to contrast with a diamond patterned crown. Her accessories we re black patent and she wore three strands of pearls with matching earrin gs. (Our Archivi st would like to express his thanks to Rosemary Braithwaite of the Kel/t Herald.) 9

(Top) A POSY FOR THE Q UEEN FROM CELIA PILKINGTON (BOIlom) MY SISTER AND I ...

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Lunch completed, the Queen passed firm ly into the sp here of the Cathedral as she visited the restored Dean's Chapel and th e G lass Works, and chatted to some of the maso ns and specialists in stained glass workin g on restoration. Finally, her visit reached its climax wit h Cathedral Eve nsong (at 4 p.m .), a service which was attended by the whole Foundat ion (including Mr. Wen ley and ten King's Scholars), as well as by the Mayor and City Council. Before th is service, the school's Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Mr. David Goodes and with Jolyon Lockyer as trumpet soloi st, played music by Purcell, Corelli a nd Al binoni; at the close of the service, the sound of trumpet and strings made an impressive accompan iment to the retiring procession through the Quire. By 5 p.m. Her Majesty had left the city, a nd the 150 extra policemen on duty, our largest show of force since the Enthronement, we re relieved to leave the security of the Cathedral to the pigeo ns. S.C.W.

I I I THE MASTER OF STUDIES Mr. R. W. Harris will continue to 110IG the posit ion of Senior History Master, which he has occupi ed with d istincti o n since 1946, and he will retain his task as master in charge of uni versity liai so n. T hi s te rm , however, he hands over to Mr. C. J. Millar, the demanding and often tha nkless task of Master of Stud ies, an er twenty-two years service. The post was created by Canon Shirley in an ed ict prefaced by th e words " The H.M. of th is School is elderly and part-time", and it concentrated in the ha nds of Mr. R . W. Harris the tasks hand led by the then Second Master, Mr. J. B. Harris (examinations, classrooms, and the arrangement of deputies) and the time-table, then compiled by Messrs. Paynter and Prior. The post was somewhat of an inn ovation at the time, though Stonyhurst's Prefect of Studies provided a model. Pithy verbal notices replaced the cryptic eq uations of Mr. J. B. Harris, of which the most memorable is the marking instruction "Term =

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and streamin g largely replaced settin g.

Exam T he requirements of the post became more exact ing when Oxbridge entrance examinations were tran sferred to schools, and with the increase in the number of "0 " and HA" level options. In the admin istrat ion of the latter Mr. Harris has been assisted by Mr. Fairservice, and more recentl y by Mr. Wetherilt, but ex ternal examinations would have gone less smoothly without invigilation lists always posted well in adva nce, and Mr. Harris' constan t presence. Mr. H arris deserves ou r thanks for a complex job bri skly hand led under three headmasters. A.S.M.

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THE SCHOOL Caprain of School : A . A. A. Kanji Vice-Caprains: B. C. Judd , A. R. C. Durrant, K.S. SCHOOL MONITORS N. S. Lyons, K.S., G. St. A. Pugh, J. M . Maxey, M.S., A. W. H. Rankin, N. B . Farrell, A M. Wenba n, K.S., T. E. Milliken, P . J. Cowell, K.S., M.S., I. M. Cheshu e, K.S., A: J . Lockyer, M.S., P. R . Row land, A. P. I. Relf, A. J. Tracy, J. M. C. Hewes, K.S., G. N. J. Nornsh, K.S. HOUSE MONITORS A. A. A. Kanji, A. J. Tracy, A. P. I. Relf, H. E. Boultbee, C. J. Anderson, K.S., M.S., T. J. Horsey, K.S., M. K. Nicholas. G. St. A. P ugh, I . M. Cheshi re, K.S., R . A. Randa ll , M. R. Lock, K.S., M.S. , The Grange: A. J. C. Humphries. T . E. Mi lliken, T. D . Hoppe, J . V. Naunton Davies, D. G . Hudson, K.S., Walpole : A. J. Maynard, K.S., M.S., M. P. Mahtanl. Meisrer Omers: J . M . Maxey, M.S., P. J. Scott, P. J . G. Soden , A. C. J. Solway, M. Eagers. A. R. C. D urra nt, K.S., P. J. Cowell , K.S., M.S., J. M. C. Hewes, K.S., Marlowe: G. N . J. Norrish, K.S., S. J. Wright, N. A . Clark, S. J. R. Powles, K.S. N . B. Farrell, P. R. Rowland , J. R. Hodges, K.S., N. H. Marshall , K.S., Luxl11ool'e: T . W. P. Vesey, F. C. Dibden, K.S., R . C. B. B. Bowater, K.S. , T . F. Jermyn. B. C. Judd, D. A. N urse, N. J. Salke ld, N. G. Shaw. Ga/pin's : A. W. H. Rankin, A. J. Lockyer, M.S., A. S. McCorkell, A. M. Dyke, Linoae,' S. A. Armstrong. N. S. Lyons, K.S., P. R . Nye, S. C. Coupe, I. M. Hodges, K.S., Broughtall: R. W. Robson. A. M. Wenban, K.S., K . F . Tugwe ll, K.S., Y. Wing, J. D. Lowe. Tl'adescant : Caproin of Rugger A. J. Lockyer Caprain of Boats ~. C. Rudkll1 Caproin of Cross-Country J. H. McCabe Caproin of H ockey N. S. Lyons . Captain of Cricket A. W. H. Rankll1 Caproin of Swimming P. J. Scott Caprain of Tennis N . S. Lyons Caprain of Fencing A. H . R. F mll Captain of Shooting N. R . Jorgens~n Captain of Squash Rackets A. A . A. KanjI Captain of Gymnastics F. C. Dlbde~. Captaill of Basketball I. M. Cheshll e Captaill of Golf B. c. Judd Mallitar far Music M. R. Lock, M.S. THE CANTUARIAN Editors: M . H. P. H ill, K.S., G. O. Evans, K.S. Art and Photographic Adviser: T. S. H. Croft

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REPORTS AND REVIEWS CHAPEL NOTES The Cathedral. Renovation work has now started inside the Ca thedral, and the Quire is not available for our services for some months, so that our Sunday services of Matins have been held in the Nave. In the course of the Autumn Term Âˇthree events took place in the Cathedral at which the School was represented. The Dean's Installation was on September 25th, and the Scholars took their places along with other members of the Foundation to welcome Victor De Waal , who at our service of Matins the next morning admitted the new scholars in the traditional way. On St. Andrew's Day, the former Domestic Chaplain to the Archbishop, John Kirkham, was consecrated to be the new Bishop of Sherborne, and goes to that post with our best wishes. The day on which term formally ended was marked by the visit of Her Majesty the Queen to the Ca thedral , when a group of Scholars walked in procession to Evensong and the Chamber Orchestra played before the start of the

service. St. Augustine's. Now that the School has leased the buildings of this former missionary college of the Church of England the chapels there have been in regular use for our Holy Communion services at 8 a.m . on Sunday mornings and for early services during the week, as well as for house prayers for the two newly established houses, Broughton and Tradescant. Sunday Worship. Full services of Matins moved to the Nave during the term. Preachers at this service included Canon Derek Ingram Hill, Canon Residentiary of the Cathedral; Brian Rees, Esq., the Headmaster of Charterhouse; the Headmaster and Chaplain s. Lower School activities have included a production entitled God, Man and Nature, inspired by the works of William Blake and produced by Mr. Milford; and a film was shown in St. Mary's Hall of the work of the Leprosy Mission in India. The talks in the Shirley Hall have given the opportunity to hear some eminent speakers, particularly Lord Snow, the novelist and former Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Technology in Mr. Wilson's government, and Professor Sir Edmund Leach, the Provost of King's College, Cambridge. Dr. John Rae, the Headmaster of Westminster School , Mrs. Frank Hilliard of the Institute for Cultural Affairs, and M iles Roberts, Esq., a London businessman, have spoken of different aspects of living in community. Advent Carols. The Advent Carol Service, which is reviewed more full y elsewhere, had to be held in the Nave, using the seating provided for the choir at a choral concert two days before, but this enabled us to place the choir and the Chamber Orchestra almost in the middle of the School, and this contributed to a feeling of involvement in the service which has sometimes been missing in the Quire. The Service was held on December 6th, the Feast of st. Nicholas, and the retiring collection of ÂŁ92 was divided between the Mayor of Canterbury's Christmas Gift Fund and the Nick White Project Appeal towards community work in Northern Ireland. 12

Thanks. As usual, but no les~ sincerely, our thanks 110 to all .whoLha~e h~IP~d i~ t~~ organisation of and preparation for our serVIces, espeCially Maltm oc h w 0 as 0 so much as sac;'istan and server. The Cathedral monitors, servers and ot ers receive our grateful thanks. ' . ' Chapel Fund. Donations have been made from the Chapel Fund tlus term to the followmg causes :£ £ 30 Prevention of Blindness Research East Turkey Earthquake Appeal 10 20 Fund Church Army ... ... 10 R. U .K.B.A. Historic Churches Preservation 10 Samaritans 10 Trust ... 10 Sue Ryder Foundation .. . . .. 20 Imperial Cancer Research Fund Treloar Trust (for handicapped 30 Leprosy Mission ... ... 10 children) 10 Mental Health Appeal P. F .B.

ECHO OF THE WILD MR. JOHN ASPINALL . "The lack of compassion for the Animal Kingdom", said Mr. Aspinall, " IS the great a in O~I' culture". One call but admire his philosophy an~ S1I1centy, and .the film an.d ~n~uing short but thought-provokin~ talk was much apprectated by the lal ge and velY varied audience that filled the SocIetIes Room. . He made the point that an imals have an almost bottomless fut good nat~~e ~~~ that the usual gulf between animals and humans IS m an-made · s. I ~o proveent;~ the ff t H lett's and Port Lympne Zoo Parks unhke any ot hers 111 urope, ~~agesaas a ~;'tter of routine and Mr. Aspinall, hi~self, " playr wit~ f;,~,~~~e~st~~~r~":,~\~:~ However, his motive for keepmg WI ld antmal~ IS not, as e pu . E ' tI . curiosit " but in order to promote the breedmg of endangered specIes. . vel y ling we have cd'mes from nature and he feels that it is only right to repay somethmg to natlll e" the bank from which all cheques are drawn" . . . I would very much like to thank Mr. Aspinall for coming along and hope that hIs WIS!! "that just one person from the audience might feel a tmy bIt more concern for natlll e will have been more than reahsed. • G. O. EVANS.

THE BAR AS A WAY OF LIFE HER HONOUR, JUDGE COLES, Q.C. On October 15th we were privileged to be given a sixth-form talk by Her Ho~ou d d Coles Q C on "The Bar as a Way of Life" . Miss Coles gave an mfor m~ an !~fo~~ative 'acc~u'~t of life at the London Inns of Court and on the P rov mclal CtrC~ltS, with particular reference to the Criminal Courts, her speclahty. IHel: hvel and tumo;.~'::t style encouraged the evening to be rounded off wIth a vaflfed s~ eCllOn ~u~s ~Og~S c'oles man interested listeners-both masters and members ? . sc 0 0 - w lie 1 u , gracfously answered in an equally enthusiastic and entertamll1g way. ~r. H~tteeds bVo~~s of appreciation to Miss Coles at the end of the meetmg were warm y apPl ove y e applause of the audIence. R.B.Ma.

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HISTORY LECTURES The first of the lectures, designed to broaden a nd deepen inte rest in certain aspects of historiograp hy and history, was delivered by Mr. Harris on "Science in 17th Century England ". H is a im was to place Professor Butte rfield's statement that " the Scientific Revolution outsh ines everyth ing since Ch ristia ni ty .. . (it is) the origin of the modern world and modern menta li ty" into its English context. T his was most naturall y a ttained by a logical progression through the major constituent indi vid uals of the age: Sir Francis Bacon dyi ng in the snow whilst cond ucting experiments on the refrigeration of chickens, Robert Boyle, the founder of modern Chemistry, with his Oas Laws a nd the Atomic Theory of matte r a nd Isaac Newto n, whose discoveries of Calcul us, the spectrum of light and the laws of gravitation before the age of twe nty-five, surpassed all others. The essence of the age may be surmised from a reference to Robe rt Hooke's diary: "Today r spent most of my time considering a ll things". I n a more speciali st field Mr. Henderson talked on " Modern French H istoria ns and the Ancien Regime" . By discussing the writings of Bloch, Febvre, Braudel and others he showed that certain characte rist ics are evident in recent French historiography. No t only is th ere a marked attempt to write "to tal hi story" but in searching for greater precision

in hi storiography more wide ra nging subject ma tters have been em ployed . Moreover, all share interest in patterns of human behaviour toward s ca usation in history and thu s in rejecting the conservati ve approach around a nd abo ut periods of history instead concentrate on the individual and social and econom ic deli neat ions.

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SCHOOL HOUSE PLA Y The object of a house play is for the house concerned to display its drama tic talent, for the enthusiastic but inexperienced yo un ger members of the house to get stage experience, and for the audience to have an enjoya ble hOllr between dinner and the "News At Ten". School House ful fi lled two of these three requirements. N. F. Simpson's The Hole is, a lmost by defini tion, absurd . This makes it a good choice as a house play, for any extrovert can have a go at one of the leading parts wi th a reasonable cha nce of success. Peter H indle's direction ensured that the chances were heavily weighed in their favo ur. Hi s emphasis upon speed of dia logue and cues displayed a sound kn owledge of what was required . Outstandi ng in the case we re Catherine Bragg, a lways credibly Mrs. Ecto, and Felicity Parker, usuall y Mrs. Mesto. The other pa rts were played with suitable aba ndon, a lthough perhaps A Visionary could have floated rather higher a bove the D urnford. T he appeara nce of a live pig at 8.30 p.m. fro m beneath the floor of St. Ma ry's Ha ll was a n excellent to uch and it ensured that the play did not disappea r up its own title. A couple of regrets. Out of a cast of seven we saw th ree K ing's Week actors and two Oxbridge candidates. Where we re to morrow's Falstaffs? And where was today's? A p ity that one of the School's finest comic actors was content with direction a lone. But he did give us a very enjoyable hour. J .S.R. 14

THE SOCIETIES Two matches were played this term: in the SUI/day Times Tournament, King's were drawn aga inst Ha rvey Gra mmar Schoo l "s" tea m in Round I, and altho ugh the team won 3! to 2* on games played, the tie was aw~ rded .to the younger. Harvey team ,?n handicap, Later in the term, a younger King's team was blooded In a fnendly match with St. Edm und s, in which they achieved a respectable draw. Interest was lent to the term 's proceedings by the runni ng of a five-~ound .Swiss Tournal11 nt. ~ lthOU(~li marred by a number of defaults, the tournament reached its conclusIon wIth Durrant asbt lC wll1~e~ d poi nt s out of 5), fo llowe:d by Pim (4), Avraa mides (4), and Cox (31). The fi rst-round game etween len s and Cox had a neat fimsh;Arends (While) Cox (Black) Arends (While) Cox (Black) t P- K4 P- K4 10. P- Q4 P x P 2' N-KB3 N- QB3 I t. N x P P- B4 3' P- 03 B- B4 12. B-N5 eh. B- Q2 4' B-N5 N- B3 13. N - K6 Q- BI 5' N- B3 P- KR3 14. Q- R5 eh. N - N3 6' B-R4 P- KN4 15. Q x N eh. K - K2 7' B-N3 P- Q3 16. Q- N7 eh. K - KI S' N-Q5 N x N 17. Q x R eh. K -:K2 9: P x N N - K2 I S. Q- N7 eh. Rcslgns A.R.A.R. CHESS CLUB

The Society invited two stim ulating and amusing speakers th is term. Firstly, Francis Warner from St. Peter's, Oxfo rd, talked on 30t h September OI~ aspects of Shakespearean .Com~dy, punctua ting his views with some deli berately provocative comments. Mr. Warnel o u ~ llI:,ed Shakespea re's disadvan tages as a playwright compared with his u~ban and betler-e~ ucated c.o n~~mpOla~I~ , before o in on to post ulate how Shakespea re actually wrote hiS plays, the busmess of levlsm g-:-OI, III Shakes~ar:'s case, fa iling to revise- the ~in~s he ,,:,rote. Perhaps most memorable was the vel ve and . auth ority with which Mr. Warner shared hiS Ideas wit h us. On October 8t h, Eric Mott ram, Reader in American Studies at K i ng'~ <;ollege, London , .~ n d Lecturel at the Institute o f American Studies, London, talked about "Popular Fict io n on the Amellcan C~ n~pu s 1965-73" . Mr. Mo ttram descri bed how the literat ure popular. bctwee.n these; yea rs renccted the frust l at Ions and desires of the America n people, illustrati ng his views wit h a wlde.vanet.y of ~ooks from Lov.e Story to Olle Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Again , Mr. Mottram impressed hI S audlcnce nnmensely by IllS frank and friendly ma nner. . . I Next term we hope that the tal ks given by vis it.i ng academ Ics wl! 1 be s u pp l ement~d by. ta Ws from th hok members of the Society and poss ibly by a read mg o f poems wn tten by rryembels. F ma y, our an s go to Mr. D uesbury who continues to lure to Canterbury spea kers of the highest note. R Lo MARLOWE

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This term Mr. D. O. Osborne is our new President, an.d is al.ready taki ng a.n activ~pa rt. pro fessgf Raven our fut ure Head of Classics, came down tWIce thiS term, speak1l1g on Greek Trage y withoJt Prej udice" and "Sto ry-telling it,l Homer" .. -!ie successfllll~ argued that to understand the classics we must shed modern attitudes, especIally o n religIon and moral!ty. J. M. H ARTE. On 8th December some 48 of us met for the eX9 uisite pl.casure of an. ad~ rcss by the Revd'dBa?il Mi nchin n SC Six Preacher With the help of hiS record mgs, Mr. Mmchm gave us a WOI~ er u i mpressi~n ~f 'Greek Fo lk So~g and Dance, relating his subject to the musica l traditions of Ind Ia at~ the Near East. Often drawing on his rich experience of the land where a great part of IllS work 01 the church was done, Mr. Minchin quick ly convi nced us o~ the be~ uty C!f much t.h ~t had seemed stra nge, and was kind bot h to answer the sevcral intelligent questions which ~ I S ta,lk eliCited and afterwar?s to meet more than twenty o f us in the info rmal at mosphere of the PreSIdent s room" when~ the Sec ~ etary in formed the Pres ident thaI, to the best of his intelligence. the nu mbers attendmg ~ h e meetmg const ituted D.J.O. a record for the Soc iety. Our warmest thanks to a guest we hope to welcome agam. PATER

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aAcftli~~tseVaerda l m,onths. dft0rmanfcy the Eclectics have returned to life with a term of considerable I y n a arge In lI X 0 new members.

Our first major event was a pia no recital g' b th . I . . Ja nusz Stechley o n his third visit to K in's H' . lvell y c ext lcmc y talented young g pianist Andante Spiana,io (lnd Grande Polonaise, o neS comprih s in works demandmg both for performer and audience E'd I S , mlllor .on(lla, t ree ~ol11antlc ma mmoth programmes; as he sa id "Chopi~'s Gra ~l ; 11ent y ryIr. Sdtechley e~1Joys performmg such people's concerts' I perform it as;n ' , ' '! e .. ° 01latsl! I S usc as a tnumphant end to most well within the pianist's capabilitie~' ~h~~~~~o~fe~~ngia ~ert~~lIYt thes~ imposing piec~ proved to be Nor- as might have been the case ~it h three works fro' ye th WI s upe~ Oli S energy, .vl~alit~ and sk ill.y monotono,;!s; ~ach piece illustrated a differen t face t of tl~ pe~f~~~~"~sr~iI1I~ath tlC 1l ec!tal 111 anY ,w ,a sense of direction and dazzling techn ique were t· k bl h . e 10pin a compe mg in catchin~ exact ly the varying moods of the var~lti~n~~~hi~hade~;ictt t~ Sf~umannd ~elbnonstrate~ his s~il1 was the Llszt sonata undoubtedly a profo d' k' wh' I e alrgroun , ut most ImpresSive wit h full- blooded to'ne werc exper~IY cont~~st~d ~~i~ h' :he IC1 th~ de~ply sad, sonorous passages, played 1110re VivaCIOUS moment s. Altogether, a most im pressive and memorable concert.

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M. R. LOCK.

At the first meeting of the academ ic year the School Ast ronomer Mr Butt s oke with reference to the Viking mission to wew, at t at tllne st ili commg III Looking ahead so . I ' f . . ,me arnva ti mes or our dm nes were: Jupiter 1979, Satu rn 27/8/8 1 a~d Ura nus January 1986.

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With so much else happening this term 110 Madrigal Society as such has met. However, a Chamber Choir led the music in the fi rst Sung Eucharist in St. Augustine'S and also sang a channing carol by Peter Warlock, I saw a Fair Maiden, at the Carol Service. While the School services are in thc Nave, it is probable that a greatly-reduced choi r wi ll sing the anthems and also meet as next term's Madrigal Society. M, R, LoCK,

MADRIGAL SOCIETY

Much useful and enjoyable work has been done this term in s ight-readi ng a variety of pieces. Although The Mikado has occupied much orchestra time and obv iously carried a priority, it was felt that there should be a performance of some kind to round 00' the term's work . We therefore gave an Open Rehearsal, attended by an aud ience of encouragi ng size, in which we played Rossin i's William Telf Overture, the F irs t Movement of Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto with Clarence Mycrscough as soloist, and a select ion from Tchaikovsky's The Nu tcracker Suite. The occasion was entertaini ng and it certainly served to show where our strengths and weaknesses lie in the next two terms. Our thanks go to Nicholas Cox, A ndrew Maynard, Alex Winterson and Peter Cowell, who have been valua ble members of the orchestra for some time and are now leaving, and, as ever, to Mr. Myerscough and Mr. Wright for all their enthusiastic work. M. R. LOCK.

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PIANO RECITAL A piano recita l was give n on 1st December in the Shirley Hall by Alex Winterson , It was the last time we could hear hi m perform as a member of the School, and in my opinion thi s was the best I have ever heard hi m play, T he programme started with a fine performance of Dohnanyi's 3rd Rhapsody, Here he ex ploited the contrast betwee n the broad "cantabile" melod ies and the more vigorous passages excepti onall y well. Lisz!'s Les Jeux d'eaux a la villa d'Esle followed, Thi s is a piece in which textu res are important, and Alex captured the mood very well. Occasionally 1 felt the left hand melodies could have been given greater prominence, Chopin's Study in thi rds (O p, 25 No, 6) was played with the technical virtuosity it requires, Again he seemed to be underplaying the left hand's melod ic line, just as important as the ri ght hand's thi rds, The recital concluded with a most mature performance of Howard Ferguson's Piano Sonata , The turbulent atmosphere of the outer movements was evoked with a profoun d understanding, and the slow movement, which was the highlight of the recital, showed a remarkably deep sense of melody, The app lause was rewarded with a delicate rendering of Chopin's Nocturne in C sharp mi no r (Op, posth,), Over all we heard some well prepared and musical playing, and if some estimations of Alex's ability may have dw indled recently, this excellent performance effectively proved these notions inva lid, H is talent as a soloist will certain ly be missed , N, J, Cox, 17

MUSIC CIRCLE CONCERT 7TH DECEM OER . A small audience were regaled . I Âˇ .. g Iven in the Recital Room . The c~~~~r~'~'~ vaned l.tems at the Music Circle Concert Calma, sun g by Sally-Ann Ardouin acco p ned, a lIttle late, with Mozart'S Ridente 10 wI th assura nce and good control altho h ~,pa nlcd by Robert Strivens. The soloist sang beg,stet.; nevertheless, she soo n ~~rrne~~o the; t<;>ne w~' a t first, a little "t hin" in the higher "i! Chn stopher Anderson. Now the b . pIece. ., en we heard Ridout's Ariel la d 'r'Mmgly listen to by cho ice, bu t An~~~~~~;;s I;otan Instrument that most peopl~ ~vO{.~d ( I ,cult rh ythmI C passages were well executed. paYing was tonally very good, and some

T he opening passages of Moza rt'S Flute Q . . marred by some indifferent intona tion from tI 1/01 t~t III A (2nd a nd 3rd movements) were ~~t:veen the compon ents of the ensemble (Jo~ea~~~~g:r but tlhl eSre was a good tonal balance nvens and Martm Lock). Two solo Âˇ . aswe, ally-Ann Ardouin Robert played Chopin's Impromptu ill A jlat 0 plan~ p,eces fo llowed. First, Robert ' Strivens to be lIttle feeling for the piece ; one felt t~a;9h ~Ith ough techlllcally good, there seemed was ~omehow lackin g. There followed Poule~c~s ~,cal ro manticIsm of the central secti on MI alhtm Lock, who managed to instil some feel" octulpne No.4 In C minor, played by Tlyt m . mg mto o ulenc's dIfficu lt harmony and . Two somewhat larger works came n p,ece for flute, 'cello and piano althou ~xt. . Sonate en COllcert by Damase is a difficult case fortunately for the 'cellist: Who h:d It IS ~ometlllles played without the 'cello, in this to keep It on th e stand. There was ood ~ pel ;Od of jugglmg wIth the music in a n effort three musicians-Jonathan Haswell gSte~ ~n~lbalance between the instruments and all Hell to~ethcr ~n the more testing passag!~ I ~nd bl~nsl h311dh Ch~istopher Anderso'n-w~re aswell s plaYing of the flute part was . . lO ug t t e pIece to a fine conclusion he played just prior to the concert at ~~sp~rtlcular, out sta~ding-it was this piece th ai Orchestra: The first movement of Yiotti 's VUlcce~ful aud,t,on for the National Youth Simon Stll'ling, with the Ubiquitous R . 10 I~~ Ol1cel'lo In A minor was performed b part o n the piano. Stirling's tone in th~b~' t Stllvens acc,?mpanying with the orchestr';; son~ellmes a li ttle astray, but he qui ckly seft~~n~ was a lIttle harsh, a nd intonation was pCll ormance. OWIl to give a VivacIOUS and im pressive To conclude, a vocal ensemble sa n TA . well in tu ne and the voices well b~la~ce~e River God's Song by Moeran. The parts were was a bit thin in places-perh aps not a/tog' e~~hough the alto part, sung by Martin Lock preceding week. er SUI pnslng after h, s vocal exertions of th~ R.Y.J.B.

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BOOK REVIEW "JOAN OF ARC", by Edward Lucie·Smith. O.K.S. (A llen L1ne £7-50) " Joan, who had herself ca lled the Maid, a liar, pernicious deceiver of the people, sorceress, superst itious, blasphemer of God, defamer of the fait h of Jesus Christ, boastful, idolatrous, cruel, d issolute, invoker of demons, apostate, sch ismat ic and heretic," Thus read the sign nailed to the stake when Joan of Arc was burned at Rouen on May 30th, 143 1. Successive generations of historians, playwrights and dilettant i have had their own ideas about who Joan was and what her life signifies, but have not always been very convincing. Edward Lucie-Smit h, a.K.S., best know n as a poet and art-critic, sets out in his new biography of Joan to find a "human face" for the best-documented personage of the fifteenth century: " my aim", he writes, " has been to listen to all the witnesses ... and to try to construct from their testimonies a convincing portrait." He find s convict ion most intriguingly in psychological terms. Two stories about Joan's pa rentsa dream of her fa ther's which reveals ·'a strong incestuous element, combined with a degree of sadism", a nd the attempt to ma rry the girl oH' -help explain her hallucinatory experiences : "dangerous emot ions of this kind (i.e ., incest) and her repress io n of them were just the forces to create not only her voices themselves, but her ever-increasing determinat io n to carry out their commands." There was clea rly more to Joan than the simple peasant gi rl sitti ng by the Fairies' Tree at Domremy a nd listening to St. M ichael a nd St. Catherine. Joa n's tra nsvestism, too, is of particular interest. " In putting on male attire," Edward Lucie-Smith explains, "Joan undoubted ly d iscovered somet hing that corresponded to a deep-seated need within herself . .. a means of taking on a new social, as well as a new sexua l identity ... a silent but conspicuous assertion o f her cla im to be someone to whom no common rules applied." More generally, " her inability to form ord inary relationships of frie nd ship or love was increased by her own inner uncertainty about which sex she belonged to". The amount of time spent by Joan's judges in invest igat ing and trying to stop her custom of wearing men's clothes shows that interest in the subject is not merely a twentieth century obsession. A Joan with a "human face" emerges even more clearly in a number of relatively minor incidents. There is the Joan who burst into tears when the English at Orleans mistreated her heralds and repeated ly ignored her letters of summons, thus denying her accepta nce into the chiva lric and martial world to which she aspired. There is the Joan who chased one of the army prostitutes th rough the camp and struck her with a supposedly magic sword . The blade promptly shattered, a nd fUnlOUr had it that the royal a rmourers were unable to mend the weapon. The superstitious took due note. And then there is the Joan who slept all day so as to be able to keep awake when she went to bed with another visionary, Cat herine de la Rochelle, who claimed that a white lady visited and spoke to her at night: Joan didn't fall asleep, and the white lady didn't appear.. , . Edward Luc ie-Smith's descri ption of the world in which Joan moved helps explain a great deal about her impact. Particularly striking are his character sketches of some of the more eccentric personalities o f the age. Poor Charles VII , for example-son of the schizophrenic Charles VI , whose hallucinations included the conviction that he was made of glass, and of the "ostentatiously pious . .. agoraphobic . .. and grotesquely fat" Isabeau of Bava ria- never had a cha nce. He was'knock-kneed , had "a large collection of neurotic symptoms ... and could not qui te make up his mind whether to treat Joa n as a minor prophet or as a kind of curiosity." In the end, when Joa n was captured, € hades did absolutely not hi ng: "an unfeeling detachment of th is k ind has somet imes been thought characteristic of the children of schizophrenics." Then there were Gilles de Rais, a commander on the Orleans expedition, later a mass-murderer of children and the o riginal of Bluebeard, and Brother Richard , who encouraged Joan in her tendency towards religious excess, and went on to become "a kind of collector of female visionaries." And finally, when Pierre Cauchon, Bishop of Beauvais, had his desired trial of Joa n, we find that the judges were "males, middle-aged and scholarly. by their profession men of peace, con fronted by a young female who seemed to them the declared adherent of violence and everything that was irrational. She seemed to lay claim to the masculine potency which they had renounced by their clerica l vows, but which they were unwilling to concede to a usurper such as th is." And so Joa n of Arc was burned at the stake-Jeanne la Pucelle, fille de Dieu, dying to save France and lamenting that her voices had deceived her. In more ways than one it was a travesty of the death of Christ. And the end of her li fe was the beginning of an enduring and constant ly evo lving legend. What Edward Lucie-Smith has attempted to do is to d isentangle myth and reali ty. and to describe a Joan that the 1970s can understand and appreciate. She is not very attracti ve, but she is human. P.G.H.

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LEITERS TO THE EDITOR From:

T il E MASTER OF STUDIES

THE KINO'S SCHOOL, CANTERBURY.

Queen Elizabeth l's Birthday . 1976.

Gentlemen, As bo~rding houses prolirer~te at ~ing's ~in welcome contrast to those schools where they are being

closed), It must n~essa nly be l~creasmgly difficult. to fi~d an eponym for a new foundation, and names chosen ma,Y appeal to have b~lt a.ttenuated connect ion with the School, or, more likely, none at all. Jt is

not that Kmg s has exhausted Its list of great names; indeed,!t woul~1 be ,t ruer to say that the list has hardly been breach<:<i, and the great Somner, Harvey and Pater 51111 aWait sUitable recognition. Nor is it cionI' why the cho!ce of t~e names of great Headmasters has, ceased ,with Galpin: One wou ld have supposed that at any time thelc wou ld al~ays be a st rong vested mtcrcst In perpetuatmg the practice. However, it

occurs to me to ask whet her the time has not come to name one House after the most successful business-man t.he S~h~ol ha s,ever pl'?duced. ~f we are to I~a~c ~eadmasters o ut of th is considerat ion, the question Jemams . who IS the pr}me ca r:tdldate for the dlstmctlOn? My own choice wou ld be Richard Boyle, who came of a I~odcst Kentlsh family, was <.;ducated as a commo~er at King's, c. 1577-83 , where he must have known Mallowe, and went on to acqUIre enormous estates 111 Ireland at the price of about 4d an acre and to become the. fir;;t Earl of Cork and Lo~d Treasurer of Irela nd. Unfortunately he did not send his youngest son to King s, or we could have claimed two of the greatest scientists of the J7th century. Yours faithfully,

R. W.

HARRIS.

4 Little Ashfield, Petersfield Road, Midhurst, Sussex. 24th November, 1976.

The Stonham Collection Dear Sir, Whatever we may think today of sh.ooting and stuffi ng wild birds there is no doubt that O.K.S. Charles Ston~am amassed one of the country s most complete collection of birds that were on the British list at the hme. Having been responsible for these birds for ,~ost of the sixt ies and having drawn and persuaded boys to draw many o~ them I was very sorry to read,1I1 The Times of the sa le of this collection. I think that it has mo~e educationa l and c~ltural value potentmlly than was rea lised and, if the proposed sale had been more Widely known, ways might have been found of keeping it. I..N;.W. suggested to me that it seemed t;hat nothing less would sat isfy me than "buying the birds back .. ]n fact 1 fee l that my protest Will 11ave been worthwhile if it persuades those responsible for 1I11tlatmg the sale to look more carefully in future before they leap. ~&a.m

Yours faithfully, A. O. C . BENNETI'.

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"THE MIKADO" King's continued its splendid tradition of a pre-Christmas Gilbert and Sullivan with a performance of The Mikado that had the audiences on all four nights wide-eyed, sorepalmed, and clamouring for more. The chorus of schoolgirls from the Town of Titipu, sung here by boys, was angelic; the chorus of nobles, thunderous. The Mikado himself (James Mackintosh) was stentorian ; the three fussy Lords (Ivor Montgomery, Jonathan Haswell, Jeremy Haswell) who have to carry so much of the plot, were suitably skittish; and the loving couple, Nank i-Poo (Anthony Piccolo) and Yum-Yum (Sally-Ann Ardouin) had us fluttering our own eyelashes behind our fans-or our handkerchiefs. The operetta allows us innocently to enjoy the odd, colourful, romantic, even slightly disreputable ways of a grand oriental potentate, kind-hearted as he turns out to be, who is served by an officialdom not wholly unrecognizable in Whitehall or the Inns of Court. Mainly, however, it is a delightful fantasy, a charming extravaganza, and how well both singers and orchestra rose to the challenge of those familiar numbers: "Three Little Girls from School", "The Lord High Executioner", "A Wandering Minstrel I", and many others. We saw a set broad, well-constructed and brilliantly lit. All the players projected their voices well and used the front of stage as much as possible. One Or two of the comic surprises brought the house down, such as Nanki-Poo's slaying of a passing Emu while trying to do away with himself; and Ko-Ko's tumble over the prostrate form of Katisha, his unwilling bride-to-be. This lady (Martin Lock, in drag) had a memorably statuesque stage presence, chin raised in scorn at just the right angle, long cigarette-holder poised, and what is more, a voice to match the presence. Yum-Yum (a real lady this time) was as delightful as her partner in love was sympathetic, and she was ably supported by her sisters Pilli-Sing (Stefania Almansi) and Peep-Bo (Felicity Parker). The production as a whole had colour, speed and vitality. The words were clearly heard for the most part, whether spoken or sung, except perhaps in those faster passages of serendipity which call for an especially clear enunciation. Much of the comic effect of The Mikado depends all the puncturing of an absurd pOl)lposity, and here perhaps the spoken exchanges could have been given even more force and emphasis than they were. The Mikado's own weird laugh-cry suddenly made us awaTe of the alien ness of a foreign culture which up to then had been accepted as pure fantasy and chocolate-box: in fact the operetta is an odd mixture of elements, from late-Victorian social satire to a prognosis of The King and I and The Sound of Music-sad decline as most Gilbertians would find those works to be.

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THE MOVE TO ST AUGUSTINE'SAN INSIDE VIEW "First ca ll !" yelled Robertson. I turned over in bed and looked at my watch, 7.15 a.m. Gingerly I pulled myself out of the warm blankets and onto the cold flooring of the dorm itory. It was Friday, the day we were scheduled to move into St. Augustine's. No wing collars today but the scruffiest clothes we had. Some boys were dressed and making their way downstairs. r dressed in a leisurely fashion and walked down to what was now the ex-prep hall. A few minutes later I heard the tinkling of the breakfast bell and everyone rushed to the dining hatl. It was a strange sight to see fifty-six boys all attired in jeans and colourful shirts. Breakfast fell below normal standards, only one cupful of cereal instead of the customary two or three. As soon as breakfast was over everyone rushcd upsta irs to st rip beds and tie blankets into bund les. This didn't take tong and I was soon picking up my text books and tak ing them o utside to the waiting removal van. The tuckMboxes and overn ight bags were packed on. Finally, desks were ca rried out a nd stowed aboard . T he first twenty boys alphabetically stayed at Riversleigh to pack up whi lst the others went down to S1. Augustine's to unload. 1 was among those sent down to 8t. Augustine's. The vanload of tuckMboxes and desks arrived first. Eagerly everyone wa ited to see if he could find hi s own desk. Two boys at a time carried a desk. "Top of Warden's Lodge" soon became a fea red command. It was no joke ca rrying a desk up three narrow fli ghts of stairs. Somehow all those at the top o f Warden's Lodge secured a desk. The next van load was all the bedd ing. Typically. my bundle had come undone and my blankets were in a mess. Bedding was distributed to the various rooms. At about eleven o'clock I decided to have a cup of tea. There was a bit of a break until the next van arrived so boys positioned their desks. Trunks and pieces of bed arrived next. Everyone had attached his hOllse number to his bed so it was easy to reassemble complete beds. We were eventua lly going to have bunks but these hadn't arrived yet so the ord inary beds had to be tolerated for a wh ile. This made some rooms very cramped; fortuna tely the room 1 was in had enough space for single beds. By the time the beds and trunks had been d istributed it was time for our packed lu nch, Its constituents were a pork pie, two rolls, two pieces of cheese, two apples and a biscuit. No one liked pork pies so Sacker ate most of them and has been teased about it ever since. After lunch there were various jobs to be done such as taking the house library books to their new site. Most of the cases which had to be moved seemed to contain lead. I struggled with cases of books and various odds and ends. When these had been delivered, I went up to my room. There I discovered I had been given a mattress which looked as if there were a dead dog in it, it was so lumpy. Fortunately my housemaster saw it, decided it wasn't good enough to sleep on and replaced it with a better one. By this t ime I realised that I had to get to games so I cycled ofT, leaving several boys struggijng with co ncrete bicycle posts. It seemed stra nge to cycle to Birley's wearing jeans. After games I went back to St. Augustine's to change for supper. Later that evening the Headmaster came round to see our rooms and to decide whether we needed another day otT school to make Broughton habitable. That night we all slept soundly, comfortable in the knowledge that we had arrived. LEWIS GRENIER (Sh i).

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RUGBY FOOTBALL 1st XV Training Trip Early in September, while the sun was still blazing down relentlessly. the potential j st XV squad gat hered

at Kelly College, Tavistock. The aims were to gct possible team members together and to make a serious start towards getting fit. Denis Ball kindly welcomed us to his school and we are very grateful for all that he and his staff did to ensure that our visit was worthwhile. Kelly was perfectly situated for our purposes, being on the edge of Dartmoor and within easy reach of magn ificent coastlines. Everyone joined in the spirit of the venture enthusiastically : we swam in both fresh and salt water, ran and walked ma ny mi les while conquering endless tors, played soccer and squash, admired the superb scenery. tackled many dartboards and made the most of the convivia l West Cou ntry hospitality. Perhaps the highlight was when we battled with the Cornish surf in canoes and on surfboards. I n all it was an enjoyable, good-humou red training holiday. not least because of Mrs. Finney's admirable skill at keeping us all well fed.

lst XV Retrospect, 1976 As early as August hopes were high for an enjoyable season a nd I like to thin k that this is wIlat we had. However, things must be put into perspective by saying that we had the frustration of playing our best rugby away from home and that we had some great disapPointments by narrowly losing to five or six schools that we should probably have beaten. We lost as many matches as we won and it is significant that, although we scored 37 % more tries than our opponents, we scored 42 %less penalties. I firmly believe that, given a really good place kicker and more flair in attack, we would have won most of our matches. Little did we realise how crucial it was that both Stewart Wright and Nicholas Lyons were injured playing tennis in the summer-the try-scoring potential of both and the goal-k icking of the latter were sad ly missed. The two main lessons from this season are that more time must be spent on ensuring that we have reliable kickers and on learning and adhering to the laws so that, in future, we give away far Jess penalties than our opponents. The team did welt enough against Canterbury Colleges and an extremely strong O.K.S. side to suggest that they would do creditably against school sides. Consequently, the penalty-ridden losses against R.M.S., Dover, and St. Lawrence were very disappointing, particularly as the pack seemed in fu ll control. This was poor preparat ion for the trek to St. Paul's but the team rose to the occasion, assisted by a change of tactics, and ran in six tries on a day when everything went right for us. Just as pleas ing was the capture of Judd's remarkable 28-match run of success in a tight game where our pack was again outstand ing. We lost narrowly to K.C.S., Wimbledon, in a most und istinguished match which lacked any real flow. Sadly, our first match with Christ's Hospital was ca ncelled due to our "bug" but we shall look forward to next year. The Sevenoaks game was someth ing of a disaster and, although we lost to the better team on the day, it was galling that two of their three tries were straightforward interceptions due to our poor passing and alignment. The Irish Tour that followed was a great aU-round success and it was good to see the improved attacking abilities of the back~li ne. Back in Engla nd we lost to Cranleigh in a good rugged forward battle by a single score-a thoroughly enjoyable fixture where the main difference betwcen the sides was the testing kicking of the home outside-half. The rearra nged fixture aga inst Dulwich saw us play superbly as a team with the back row outstanding and we scored four tries to win the game comfortably after being only onc point ahead at half-time. Eastbourne's massive team was well held a nd we allowed them to cross our line only once although we were well beaten in the tedious penalty battle. We found good form again when Felstead came down and the last of the four tries was particularly memorable. Losing to Tonbridge was disappointing but the whole atmosphere was too tense for good rugby and , although we scored the only try, we gave away countless penalties. The beginn ing of the Epsom match was a real nightmare. The opposition took their chances very well with everyth ing going their way but at least we fought back to share the honours in the second half. The eagerly an ticipated game against T.K.S., Parramatta, from Australia lived up to expectations and saw us play very well to go:b-l up in the seriesParramatta won in 1936 and Canterbury in 1972! Everyone showed great determ ination and we had considerable territorial advantage which enabled us to kick three penalty goals although they crossed 24

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bur line fo r the oniy try. The next day we were delighted to welcome. Mike Will ia ms and his strong Public Schools Wanderers' side. The vis itors got a vast amount of possesS ion and, on the hard gro':lnd, gave a fine exhibition of fast attack in g ru gby which showed the value of support and accurate pass mg. It was a good occasion and the comb ined King's side was by no means disgraced. In the. fin~l ~me, due to interv iews and injuries, we had to put out an "A" XV which lost to ~ strong Rossall Side In mlserablr wet and muddy conditions. We were very pleased to welcome both tounng teams and hope that they enjoyed their vis its as much as we did. lolyon Lockyer surprised no-one by being an excellent captain and an outsta.nding play~r, leading by example both on and off the field. He was well support~~ by Brian Judd and Tim Jermyn !n a .powerf~ 1 front row that took great pride in dominating the oPPOSItion. Paul Nye and John Maxey did gleat wOlk in the second row and ensured a fine push so that the front five were rarely beaten. The back row had an uneven season vary ing from excellent to rather ineffe~t!ve. Hugh Boultbee produced some fine tackl~s and tries wit hout quite being the force that we had a nticipated. The flankers, Bob ~dn:ond~on and Justlll Easter, covercd a lot of ground and the latter should be a tower ofstren.gth n.ext y.eat. Rlchatd de la Ho);'de was the outstand ing back a nd attracted the attention of all who saw him With IllS long pass, good puntmg and strong ru nni ng. He scored fa r more points (66) than anyone else and, as I!,ng .as he c,,;n speed up all that he does, looks a good prospect for uni versity rugby. The backs. were lackm~ In .expenence and ballsense though they showcd plenty of determination a nd were sound 111 ~efence. DaVid .Chap~lan tackl~d superbly on the left wing a nd the hard-running Mark Scully has found IllS place on the n ght wmg. Martin Soden has made good progrcss and will develop into an excell~nt ce~tre. :reter Rowland was a most lo);'al team man, playing and tack ling I~ard in various pos iti(:ms, wh lie Clive GIi.ham sho,:""cd plenty. of promise at full-back. Ian Cheshi re and Mike Wen ba n never qUite fu lfi lled exp~c~ahons and It was sad mdeed that, th rough injury Norman Marshall saw so little of the season after a bnlllant start. In the last few matches the injured te~nis men returned to give glim pses of what might h~ve been. F irst Colours were awarded to Brian Judd, Tim Jermyn, Paul Nyc, Dave Chapman and Martm Soden. May 1 thank Robin Finney fo r his support in Devon, Du~lin and throug~ollt the season, Bob Jor~~ n for all his hard work on Bi rley's, Hugh Aldridge for arrang111~ the fi xture list a nd the Parramatta VISit, a nd Jolyon Lockyer for being an exceptiona l captain to work With. M.J.H.

1st XV Tour to Dublin Ma ny rugby tours have probably started by leavi ng some.one behind so we t~ok tha~ in our st ride, but few tours can have been based in such remarkable surround.mgs a n~ 'ye were qUIte ovel ~helm~d as we sat down for our first meal in Dublin. This was in the magmficent dIDlI1g room of the PlovOSt s House at Trinity College where we were the guests of Professor and Mrs. F. S. L. Lyons. O.ur par~y of twent>: was accommodated in th is house, onc of the finest in Ireland, and here we were to enj.oy qUIte extraordma~y comfort and hospitality for five days. Only 16 hours .aftex: landing w~ were I?I~y mg our first m~tch (m thick mud) and, not surprisingly, made a rather I~bon ous job of bcaUJ.1ÂĽ a splfl.ted S~. Columba s team. Brian Judd did well to score from the front of a hneout and the. oPP!,sltlon lepiled wl!h ~ dropped goal. In the second half Bob Edmondso n scored on the blindside a n~ , III spite o~ ~ome fi ne k l~kmg by the home outside-half, our defence held firm. After school lunch ~v~ enjoyed our VISit to. the Gumness factory ~nd were impressed by the large supply of free samples. Tnmty College ~.F.C. kmdly gave ~s. a recept!on that evening but we still managed to beat a Freshmen team the next mornmg. Rupert Hannah s mtroduch!,n into the line gave the attack a more purposeful look and the team played well to score two excellent tnes finished off by Dave Chapman and Richard de la Hoyde. The rest ?~ the weekend gave us ~ ch~nc~ to see Dubl in and the surround ing cou ntryside and we were able to VISit some famous and hlstonc Sites. On the Monday, against High School, we were to play some of ou~ best r.ugby of th~ se.asol1. We started slowly but then came back st rongly to score four thoroughly good tn es to give us a sat isfYing an.d somewhat unexpected victory . This was the perfect end to an unforgettable.tour and, for those who were ID the party, there wi ll always be the memories of the incredible food and dnnk, the Sal~on, Commons a nd 1;J"ace, ~he College Library and the Book of Kells, Guinness, entrance halls and sta l r~ases, cards and dice.. Insh hospitality Gainsborough, Dick and Kat hleen, Lansdowne Road, poverty 111 the st reets, the raID.. t~e Liffey, Hugh Boultbee, the easy journeys and above all the Lyons' most generous welcome and enthUSiastic interest and concern.

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RESULTS

Sept. 21. v Canterbury Colleges (Home). Won 9-4 Sept. 25. v O.K.S. (Home). Lost 0-8 Oct. 2. v R.M.S., Dove,Âˇ (Away). Lost 6-12 Oct. 5. v St. Lawrence (Away). Lost 3- 9 Oct. 9. v St. Paul's (Away). Won 34-8 Oct. 13. v Judd (Home). Won 7-6 Oct. 16. v K.C.S., Wimbledon (Home). Lost 3- 7 Oct. 26. v Sevenoaks (Away). Lost 3- 22 Oct. 29. v St. Columba's College, Dubli n (Away). Won 8-3 Oct. 30. v Trinity College, Dublin, Freshmen (Away). Won 13-4 Nov. 1. v High School, Dublin (Away). Won 16- 3 Nov. 6. v Cranleigh (Away). Lost 0-4 Nov. 9. v D ulwich (Away). Won 21- 12 Nov. 13. v Eastbourne (Home). Lost 6- 16 Nov. 20. v Felsted (Home). Won 26-13 Nov. 27. v Tonbridge (H ome). Lost 4-6 Nov. 30. v Epsom (Away). Lost 4-31 Dec. 4. v T.K.S., Parramatta (Home). Won 9-4 Played 18, Won 9, Lost 9, Points for 172, Points aga inst 172 OTHER R ESU LTS

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5. King's, Canterbury and Parramatta Combined XV 12 Public Schools Wanderers 42 7. "A" XV v Rossa ll (Home). Lost 3- 11

2nd XV When injury struck even before the first match of the season, the reluctant hero drafted in appeared with the words, "Just o,?e match, no !nore !" The fact that, thi rteen matches later, he was sti ll among t~osc who were celebratmg a most enjoyable and successful season, is proof of the united spirit of the side. The extended fixture list gave us enjoyable games against Cranleigh and Sevenoaks wh ile our internal "bug" robbed us of the match against Christ's Hospita l. As is often the case the tearr: took some time to settle down and th~ee of t~e four losse~ came early in the season, to a very strong O.K.S. side, to R.M.S., Dover, a nd to an lmpressl.ve St. Paul steam ..1.'hereafter Vfc lost .momentum only in the match agai nst Felsted and recorded espeCially notable and excltmg away wms agamst Du lwich, Tonbridge and Epsom. We were luc:ky tha~ lack of injury e!1abled us to play an almost unchanged pack throughout and they were rarely be~t.en m the hg~t; I~ck of .helght frequently prevented clean possession at the line-out, but spoiling of. OPPOSition ba ll and mfi lll te van ety of length of thro~ o(ten led to our ultimate possession ; occasiona l fa ilu re to look for th,? .ball marred the loose I?lay.whlch Ilnproved greatly duri ng the term. Our backs proved. to be great uti lity I?layers, several p laYlOg In two or three different posit ions, always more than sound In defence and sometllnes dangerous III attack when the ball was moving well down the line a lt hough we seemed to lack real incisiveness. ' Gaw~in Barna~d was always a fiery prop and became increasingly determined in the loose and usefu l at the hne-out with a n accurate throw. HIS colleague, Andy Ra nkin- one of six members of last term's 1st XX wh? represented the s.i de-s~on warmed to his task and worked hard in both tight a nd loose and used hiS height to good effect 1I\ the .Ime-out. H?oker Alex pyke-one of seven members who played in a ll !I1atches--ensured m~re ~ban our fa ir share of tight p~ssessl(:~n and was always qu ick to seize opportunities 10 loose play, often Imkmg forwards and. backs. Jl}l!an Veitch mus! take much credit for the spirit tbat perv~ded the forwards, fl?r he led them wit h an. ~ntll"lng a!ld determmed example; he a nd Nick Smithers prOVided a more-than-sohd second row, bot h dnvmg hard m all aspects of play and the latter cont ri buting well wit h his boot- perhaps most notably aga inst Dulwich. At No.8 La rs Sw1an ll was never far from t he b~lI, C?ften driving h~rd through the opposi ~ ion ranks. At wing-forward, Andy Plint made a great cont n ~utJon, never ce,asmg to amaze by prod~cmg the ball III what seemed to be impossible mau l situat ions, whde Ken Balson s remarkable opportunism and speed often gained us ground sometimes points and Gera ld Arculus always worked hard to gai n possession. ' ,

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Dominic Price improved greatly at serum-half as he became less timid in going for the ball, got his pass in more quickly a nd often kicked to good effect. When Neil Shaw was asked to step in early in the season at fu ll-back, few would have guessed he would then play in the centre a nd fina lly captain from fly-ha lf; his cheerful , determined- and inimitable--enthusiasm was no small factor in the team's success: nor his fearless tackling or sometimes unpred ictable kick ing! Ian Cheshire was a great asset for the second half of the season, with his ability to run very hard, see and seize the ga p in the cent re and follow kicks with speed. John Kent's attack was sound, his tackling admirable, especially when coupled with his keenness to get the ball afterwards. At times our def~ nce on the wings looked a little shaky, but Andy Tracy ran hard and fast, often round the opposition, a lways think ing about how best to use opportunities. The other winger deserves a specia l ment ion, for Abu Rahman had never played rugby before this term; his speed, natural ball sense and unique "hip swerve" were obvious assets, but not only did he master (most of!) the intricacies of the game within a short space of time and score eight tries, but his contribution as a character both on and off the field was invaluable. Rupert Hannah's sk ill as a ball player served the team in no small way: he started the season at fly-ha lf and captained with great aplomb, and returned after a short spell in the 1st XV to field, kick and run with great agili ty at full-back. Others deserve great thanks for contribut ions in other spheres: Rupert Robson, kept out of all but two matches, by injury, for his loya l support as touch judge; Clive Gilham for his work at full-back before promotion; Stephen Macbean for his outstanding artistic contribution for the not ice boards; Mike Hodgson for his encouragement; paren ts and others for their support even at away matches; Bob Jordan for his work on Birley's ; the East Kent bus drivers for their co-operation and patience. RESULTS

v O.K.S. Lost 6-32 v Cranleigh. Won 18-13 v Dover College. Won 22-10 v Dulwich. Won 6-4 v R.M.S., Dover. Lost 3- 10 v Eastbourne. Won 22- 0 v St. Lawrence. Won 58-0 v Felsted. Lost 4-13 v St. Paul's. Lost 7- 18 v Tonbridge. Won 10-8 v K. C.S., Wimbledon. Won 17- 8 v Epsom. Won 13--4 v Sevenoaks. Won 17--4 v Chatham House 1st XV. Won 18-9 Played 14, Won 10, Lost 4, Points for 221, Points against 133 Team: N. G. Shaw, R. H. Hannah, J. D. Veitch, A. M. Dyke, D. E. S. Price, A. M. N. Rahman, N. R. Smithers, L. M. Swann, A. J. Tracy, A. W. H. Rankin, A. C. L. Pli nt, K. D . Balson, J. L. McK. Kent, G. M. Barnard, G. Arculus, I. M. Cheshi re. The following also played: C. M. Gilham, R. A. Edmondson, S. J. Wright, A. P. I. Relf, R. W. Robson, M. K. N icholas. R.A.F.

3rd and 4th XV's With a strong nucleus of experienced players from last year's squad the 3rd XV looked set for a good season, but it was not unt il the last three matches, after much experiment ing, and after the stress of Oxbridge exa ms was over, that a team was for med which looked as if it could win with confidence. Two easy wins a t the beginning of the season did not revea l the main weakness of"'the side-a lack of balance between forwards and backs- the forwards generally provid ing very good possession from set pieces, but the ba ll being wasted outside and in the loose where the handling was far from perfect. Th is did not prevent continued attempts to play open rugby, and the team will be remembered for passing rather than kick ing, and for its perpetual good humour under the able leadership of Rupert Bowater. The sit uation in the 4th XV was aga in very unsettled, a total of 32 players being used in the course of the season, and full cred it is due to the regular squad who rea lly made a fine effort in spite of some d i s~ heartening results. 3rd XV: R. J. Smail , J. M. C. Hewes, C. W. P. Featherstone, R. L. B. B. Bowater (Capta in), T. R. Stead, F. H. M. Reid, D . G. H udson, J. V. Naunton-Davies, N. A. Stalker, R. I. Balicki, P. J. D. De Leyser, J. R. Hodges, S. C. Coupe, M. K. N icholas, A. P. 1. Relf, G. N. J. Norrish, R. S. Hays, P. W. Bloch. 4th XV: *P. E. J. H ill, *S. K. Brook, G. R. Wi ll is (Caplain), *N. G . Wells, P. G . W. Smart, J. P. Hall, ·S. R. Whitby, S. Mutua, . R. W. Stewart, A. M. Evans, J. J. Flack, R. A. Randall, S. J. M. Jackson, . 1. F. Walker, J. W. D. Haswell, · K. F. Tugwell, P. M. Hoblyn. • Also appeared for the 3rd XV. 27

RESULTS

3rd XV v O.K.S. Lost 10- 22 v Cranleigh. Lost 0-14 v Dover College. Won 34-4 v The Masters. Lost 6-13 v R.M.S., Dover. Won 30-4 v St. Augustine's College 1st XV. Lost 6- 14 v St. Paul's. Lost 16- 21 v Felsted. Won 12- 7 v St. Augustine's College 1st XV. Lost 3- 6 v Tonbridge. Lost 3- 9 v Kent College 2nd XV. Won 4-0 v Chatham House 2nd XV. Won 13- 9 Played 12, Won 5, Lost 7, Points for 137, Points against 123 41h XV v St. Paul's. Lost 7- 18 v Kent College 3rd XV. Lost 0-7 v St. Augustine's College 2nd XV. Won 12- 0 v St. Augustine's College 2nd XV. Lost 3- 30 v Kent College 3rd XV. Lost 10-13 v Tonbridge. Lost 3- 18 v Cranleigh. Lost 0-11 Played 7, Won 1, Lost 6, Points for 35, Points against 97 J.C.M.G., R.E.B.

Colts "A" XV

Played 15, Won 12, Lost 2, Drawn t , Points for 371, Points aga inst 67 The 1976 Colts' season has been an exciting and very successful one. With fifteen matches, incl uding our own Invitation Sevens Tournament, a Tour of Wales, several new fixtures, and a vis it by King's, Parra matta, this group emerged from an unusually crowded season with more success, tenacity and character than any previous Colts' XV. Early viclories aga inst Colfe's G.S. (60-12), R.M.S., Dover (31-4), and Judd (24-0) came in traditionally expensive fashion for our opponents, though the defeat aga inst St. Paul's at Osterley Park (4-14) helped players adjust and quickly mature towards an attitude and approach essential at senior level. With the team returned to fu ll strength and bursting with confidence again, the K.C.S., Wimbledon, and Sevenoaks matches returned comfortable victories (18-0) and 42-0) respectively. The moment had come and the time was ready for the half-term Tour of Wales. The two fixtures were outstand ing and memorable performancesj the win against Aberdare G.S. (24--4) came through solid physical commitment at forward, and an aggressive, attacking attitude in the three-q uarter line. Some of the best tries of the season were scored here. The fo llowing victory over Christ Church, Brecon (1 8-8), came through an ability to snatch rare opportun ities for tries, and also (and more courageously) through players' dedication in tackling every opponent in sight. From a technical point of view, these were the most rewarding matches of the entire season. At last the team had come of age and was learni ng from experience, being able to win games in more than one style of play. Perhaps the most impressive match outside Wales was against Eastbourne College. Matches against Cranleigh (28-0), Tonbridge (44-0), Epsom (34-4) and Felsted (13-0) were welcome victories, but the rivals of the season were wait ing for us to arrive at The Links at Eastbourne. Undefeated in three years, Eastbourne were expecting a tough match and they dearly wanted to keep their record intact. Ki ng's were equally determined to revenge their only loss a year ago at Birley's, and they were not to be denied a second time; they won a fine match 12-0, before a strong support and an appreciative Headmaster. The concluding games against King's, Parramatta, brought a draw (6- 6) and one not without surprise, since the home team had never drawn a match in its three years playing rugby at King's, Canterbury. As for the players, there is so much that can be said in praise of this team. At forward, the front row scrummaged remarkably well, and I do not remember them being "shoved" all season! M. J. Hudson was a skilled hooker and C. J. Jermyn is strong; he has a lively future in senior rugby at school. A. V. Butler (Captain) always led the team as a mature and responsible leader, with a perception uncommon in players of this age. The second row was shared between T. D. Jones and P. A. Bethell, though Q. ] . Mabbutt worked tirelessly throughout every match of the season. The flankers and No.8 had a tremendous season. C. Y. Darko played outstandingly in the line-out and is becoming a fine two-handed catcher; C. D . Andry Colllinlled on page 37

The Poet Considers His I;ncle's Photograph .I.G-B. I cannot, without wonder, pass him, he having passed before, before our paths could cross.

Would that smile, like the colour of the photograph, have become jaundiced? Would he look at this and wonder, wonder at the change in him? or in forgetfulness of youth pass himself by? Or is it better that in youth he saw himself and had not the time to forget?

A Vie,,, From Your Window Look to your window And see; This square view hoarded by a frame. Perhaps depicting rain soon to fall your window hangs, mellowed in predictable oils. A child darts into the stillness, throws a stone, then a glance, a quick dance forward behind the frame and the scene slows to a standstill.

J. G-B.

13 "'"lIS of Looking "t " Mirror Rich"rd Pleming (Item bJ I.

The mirror shines And glistens your face.

II.

Does it see your face Staring at it Out of the lamplight?

III.

An adolescent puckers And grins his face At the truth.

IV.

Hot breath on the mirror Dulls and tarnishes.

VI. VII. VIII.

A spiral mirror Twists the body Into horror shapes. A mirror with gold backing Blazes you. A doctor thrusts One down your throat. The candle and light reflect Myriad patterns on the surface.

IX. Stone breaks the Window of the mind. X. The image of an object Is murdered. Xl. An old woman Told lies, is Forced to accept Truth. XII. A young girl is reminded Of her vanishing youth. XlIl. The mirror speaks And the worshippers Kneel and hug the Shiny prophet.

(Vice-Captain) is probably the hardest-working forward, wh ilst A. J. Powys' sk ill in tack ling and covering brought roars from the touch line on ma ny occasions. The recent incl usion of C. D . Barclay at wing-forward shows h im to be an excellent spoiler a nd tack ler, a nd a defi nite player of the fu ture in this posit i o n~ As a unit, the forwards a re tall but slight, though what they lacked in weight, they made u p for in courage, mobility a nd a will ingness to Jearn . At three-quarter, M. P. L. Dow ie had a sou nd season at serum-half and G. D. P. Breeze generally played with grace and precision at outside-half; his 3 tries, I I conversions a nd drop goal were appreciated. At centre, I. M. Williams was the most improved player; h is explosive turn of speed, and new sk ill in tackling shows he is becom ing a complete footba ller. As top scorer with 111 poi nts this season, he must, as R. A. Darko (wit h 20 tries to his credit), feel proud of this achievement. There have been ma ny games this season, especially in Wales, when the team must feel a special affection for the part played by the two centres, Williams and Darko. On the wings, E. J . Bishop ran swift ly to pick up six tries a nd O. C. B. Hindley also scored six tries as well as notching up ni ne conversions and a pena lty . At full-back, T. D. Wa re could always be relied upon to tackle without fea r ; his ability to save absolutely certain tries was valuable, a nd his speed a nd skill to counter-attack were a lways exciting to watch from the touchli ne. Coaching the "A" XV has been a valuable and rewarding experience for me and I am indebted to everyone in the team. It is a pleasure award ing Colours to the whole side. Many players have their best rugby ahead of them, and I'm sure they will form into a great 1st XV in two years' time. Bon Voyage ! Team : T . D. Ware, E. J. Bishop, J. M. Williams, R. A. Darko, G. D. P. Breeze. M. P. L. Dowie, C. Y. Darko. C. J. Jermyn, M. J. Hudson, A. V. Butler, P. A. Bethell, Q. I. Mabbu tt , T. D . Jones, A. J. Powys, C. D . Barclay, C. D. And ry. R.B.M.

COLTS' TOUR TO WALES 1976 Tan y Ddraig wedi 'i Diffod H, as some thi nk, sport represents a sort of servitude, then the seventeen King's Colts that played in Wales at half- term, were will ing a nd exceptiona lly jovial slaves. Despite the for biddi ng pa rochialism of a nat ion that wields the AII-Welsh-Rugby-Rule like a toma hawk, a nd grins wit h pride at the number of lacerated sca lps left behind by old rivals, we were made very welcome there. In a land delinquent with perished poets and brillia nt rugby players, those d rams of encouragement from Mr. Gerald Davies at the Card iff Arms Park Clubhouse did wonders for an ambulat ing morale. As it turned out, the Canterbury lambs, once inside the Aberdare an<fBrecon dressing rooms, and charged wit h the correct dosage of pre-match nerve gas, d issolved their own fea rs of being liquidated by thirty local dragons-rampant, which for our three-feathered opponents must have seemed like another tidal wave of Normans returning for more. King's won both matches handsomely. For rugby fo otball in Wales is not a game in the ordinary sense; it is a cla nnish wonder. Nevertheless, in the scraps of future recollection it must be remembered that it was thi s English schoolboy side that tutored the Welsh this lesson. They are not the only well-read wizards of The Handling Code, though the only coterie born with bloodshot eyes. After years of staging one of the most fasc inating, cordial and violent of phys ical activities yet seen on earth , and in a world dedicated to such deli berate buffoonery, the grace in expertise of these young men must be d ist inguished amid the current hu ma nistic twilight in sport. )f the layman, or read ing excused-boots is d ismayed a nd astonished at my lacking national pride, I am only like the Aberdare supporters who, d ivertin g from their a iling heroes, threw the rhythm and hell of thei r voices behi nd the best team-Ki ng's School. I saw the dragon's fire extinguished-Tan y Ddraig wedi ' i Diffod- and I a m proud of the fire fi ghters. R.B.M.

"B" XV The "B" XV has enjoyed an excellent term's rugby. The success of last season has cont inued and the only defeat was suffered at the hands of a strong St. Lawrence "A" XV side. Forward domination has been the basis of most of the victories, but the back division has scored its fair share of tries. The team has been well led by Stephen Barron and has shown great spirit both on and off the field. I am certain that the 2nd and 3rd XV's will benefit greatly from the enthusiasm and sk ill available to them next year. RESULTS

v Colfe's G .S. Won 26-0 v Cranleigh. Won 18- 3 v Dover College "A" XV. Won 22- 6 v St. Lawrence "A" XV. Lost 4- 24 v St. Lawtence "A" XV. Drew 12- 12 v Eastbourne, Won 8-0 v St. Paul's. Won 44-14 v Tonbridge. Won 18- 0 Played 8, Won 6, Drawn 1. Lost I, Points for 152, Points against 59 Regular Team: J, R, Featherstone, p, N. Howard, J. R. A. Christie, M. B. Charlton , E, J. Sultan, D. G, Entwistle, J. M, G. Reid, S. J, Barroll (Captain), G. O. Eva ns, G, M, Neame, O. F. J. Pritchard, C. H, Jones, D, V. Matthews, S, H. Crago, S. 1. Scoones. C.J.R.J.

Junior Colts "A" XV RESULTS

v Colfe's. Won 10- 0 v St. Augustine's, Won 12-4 v RoM,S" Dover. Lost 0- 3 v Sf. Lawrence. Won 22- 0 v St. Paul's, Lost 4-21 v K.C.S., Wimbledon, Won 10- 0 v Cranleigh. Won 10-4

v St. Lawrence. Won 26-4 v Eastbourne. Drawn 0-0 v Dover College, Won 18- 0 v Felsted. Lost 8-28 v Tonbridge. Lost 4-18 v Chatham House. Lost 4-18

"B" XV RESULTS

v Colfe's. Won 22-0 v Sutton Valence, Won 18- 0 v Kent College. Lost 0-20 v Tonbridge, Lost 0-40 v Sf. Paul's, Lost 0-44 Th is has been a season of great promise. The team has been well led by Trythall and they have played with tremendous spirit a nd fire, Clack and Briscoe have been out for a lmost the entire season but individual flair appeared from hitherto unsuspected sources and a fine team spirit was built up, The outstanding feature was the magnificent tackl ing- particularly in the K.C.S" Wimbledon, and Eastbourne gameswith Trythall setting a fine example. Although the season ended with losses the team was still playing well and if some talented players will make a point of growing before next season these result s could easily be reversed, The "B" XV looked good whi le on top but seemed to get discouraged far too easily. "A" XV: A. J. Barrett, K, Tajbaksh, P. J. A. Try thall, M. D, R. Backhouse, H. M, Wenban, A. Camburn, J, A, Klein, M. A. Rashid, J. J. Haza n, N. F, Watson, D. K. Zamblera, C. E. W. McDonald, A. R. Wilkin, F. W. Searle, T. M. C. Reid. The following also played in the "A" XV: E. R. Lines, C, M. Curl, A. W. T. Briscoe, J. R, Carver, M, J. L. Long, W. B. Crawford , T, E, J, Clack, R. L. Ecclestone. ]n addition to the above the follo wing played for the "n" XV: R. C, Boyce, N. P. Will iams, M. R. G, Wi lkinson, K, S. Pothalingam, J. H . S. Steven, C. P. Smith, C, SI. C. Barr, A. McGrath, S, D. J. Watkins, D. G. Atherley-Symes, p, A. Bethell, A. M, Keen, S, A, Stamp, A. G, Stein, M, C. Hillman-Eady, G. A. Judd, N. M. Smallwood, R. T. F. Plemi ng, N. R. Pye. H.E.J.A., J.G-B.

Under Fourteen XV's "A" and "B" XV's Played II, Won 5, Lost 4, Drawn 2, Points for 139, Points against 71 1976 was a mixed season, A team of talented backs a nd diligent but inexperienced forwards were able to overcome the majority of opponents and it would be fair to say that they met only one genuinely superio r side. Defeats carne aga inst larger sides who were able to charge through our pack near the line a nd because of the very unfortunate fixture arrangement: eight of the eleven matches were away from home (two further away fixtures were cancelled), placing a considerable strain on thirteen-year-olds, Only one try was scored against us all season by oppos ition backs- a fine achievement. Francis Barrett captained the side at wing-forward with much dedication and set an example of hard tackl ing and aggressive running that indicate a good rugby future, In the centre John Vile ran powerfully, scori ng numerous tries. His intelligent defence was excellent. He will not be able to n m round opponents in future and when he learns this and alters his technique accordingly he will develop into a very able player. On the wings Andrew James, Kenny Odogwll and Michael Bugel ra n fast a nd forward to effect. Peter Whitby at full-back was fast in attack a nd usually sound in defence, James Scully as inside-cent re matured into a good player. Sean Porter tackled and kicked with considerable sk ill from fly-half and the power of the back division rested fi rmly o n his capa ble play. At scru m-half Jonte Watt gave a good, quick pass, although he sometimes was a little hesitant in defence. Christopher Breeze, Tim Hembry and Alan Milne kept regular places at hooker, prop and No, 8 and proved that it is upon their willing and able shoulders that a future pack must be bu ilt. Other places were shared by various players, among whom Simon Howard and Stuart Young showed enthusiasm and some potential. By the time th is team reaches the Colts, when they have grown and found a settled formu la in the pack, they wi ll be playing very good rugby, The "B" XV lacked the panache of the "A's" but fou ght well in all games, ably led by Paul Hewes, Ekow Hackman and Tim Blackmore spearheaded attacks and Hugo Turvey, Chri stopher Shaw and Karl Feistner showed themselves to be forwards of "A" team potential. Although the side showed freq uent tackl ing weaknesses, Alex Abplanalp was a constant exceptio n to this a nd he too should find himself with a regular place in the "A" side in the future, Generally a year of promise, K ing's has an intake wit h fewe r rugby players than many of our rivals and we also face considerable difficulties when playing sides who have been together since the age of eleven; our under-fourteen year is always one of experiment and learning, The whole squad are to be congratulated on the way they have applied themselves to their tasks. Their rewards lie ahead of them. RESULTS

v Eastbourne (A), Drawn 0- 0 v Colfe's G.S. (A). Lost 8- 4 v Dover College (A), Lost 16- 7 v R.M.S., Dover (H). Won 28- 0 v St. Lawrence (H). Won 48- 0 v Fclsted (A). Won 14-0 II Tonbridge (A). Lost 14- 0 v St. Pau l's (H). Won 22- 6 v Chatha'ftl House (A). Lost 23-4 v K.C.S., Wimbledon (A). Won 14-4 v Cranleigh (A). Drawn 0- 0 The fo llowing played: A. N. Abplanalp, F. J. M. Barrett (Captain), T. J. Blackmore, C. M. Breeze, M, B. Bugel, G, T. Ca nning, S. Chinchanwala, J. M. Evans, K. W, A. Fcistner, E. Hackman, T. J. Hembry. A, p, Hewes, S. A. Howard, N, A. M, James, D. E, Marshall, A. G. Mi lne, K. Odogwll, S. P. F . Porter, J. M. Scully, C. B. G. Shaw, I. S. Tatchell, H. T. Turvey, J. M. Vi le, J. D. Watt, P. R. Whi tby and S. B . .You ng,

"9" XV RESULTS V Sutton Va lence (H), Won 72- 0 v Colfe's G.S. (A). Won 20- 0 v Conyngham (H). Won 30- 16 v St. Paul's (H). Lost 0- 28 v Tonbridge (A). Lost 4-18 v Sf. Lawrence "A" (A), Lost 0- 6 In addition to those who represented the "A" Team the following played: C. H, L. Ballard, D. M. Bloch, A. R. Collins, L. J, Gren ier, M. J. R. Gwill iam, D. J. Kittle, P. B. Macdonald, J. S. Philipps, R, O. S. Pritchard, J. A. Rombulow-Pearse, J, R. W. G, Smith, T. J, T. Smith, G, K. Teakle. J.S.R., B.J.D.

"e" xv Five matches provided no less than thirty boys with the opportunity to represent the School on the rugby field. As a result, several very prom ising players emerged during the season, and they should have a chance to play for more exalted teams in the future. Tradition was broken when two of the fixtures (against Kent College and Conyngham School) were won, but losses were recorded against R.M.S., Dover, Tonbridge and Chatham House. The scores are forgettable, but the considerable enthusiasm generated by the participants is not. The following played: A. N. Abplanalp, A. K. Agha, A. J. Barton, A. P. R. Brown, J. P. Canning, N. W. S. Clements, R. A. Creasy, A. L. Dowie, H. M. Elliott, S. P. Evans, R. C. Gibson, L J. Graham, L. J. Gren ier, R. .8. W. Gumpert, M~ J. R. Gwilliam, J. P. Hargreaves, N. J. Hobbs, C. M. Horwood, L. A. Jorgensen, S. R. Lawrence, O. R. Lucas, P. B. Macdona ld, P. O. T. Neilson, R. O. S. Pritchard, H. M. Robertson, R. P. D. Sacker, P. Saras in , D. T. Taylor, J. C. G. Turner, R. J. M. Will iamson.

P.G.H. , J.R.P. , R.M.A.

CROSS-COUNTRY CLUB With on ly one First Colour remaining and limited resources on which to build, the Club has been steadily team-building through a series of difficult matches, which all produced mediocre results. Despite good running by Tom Milliken, both the O.K.S. and Skinners showed us how much ground had been lost and we had to struggle hard in our home six-schools match and in the Medway Races at Chatham. Thanks to the hard training of some members with Messrs. Cooke and Graham-Brown, we were in better heart for our visit to Portsmouth and travelled hungrily down there, keen to repeat our whitewash victory of last year. Alas, with the enforced retirement of our number one during the race, we never had a chance of making up for the loss of two regulars beforehand and struggled through the mud to an honourable defeat. Encouragement, therefore, has been restricted to the emergence of individual talents; in the Seniors, of Richard Horner, well nurtured by J. G-B., and in the Juniors of Hugh Bethell, who seems capable of following in his brother's shoes. With the return of Pete Rowland next term and further steady runnin g from this term's Captain and Vice-Captain, John McCabe and Guy Allan, prospects should be brighter, but much hard training lies ahead. Perhaps it will be up to the Colts to show the Seniors the way to victory. RESULTS Saturday, 25th September

Seniors:

O.K.S.,26,; K.S. C., 53!.

Saturday, 16th October Seniors: Skinners, 28; K.S. c., 55. Colts: Sk inners,30; K.S.C., 52. Saturday, 23rd October Seniors: Rochester Maths., 59; Kent College, 71; Maidstone G.S., 96; K.S.C., 105; Judd , 148. Colts: Ma idstone G.S., 5J; K.S.C.,72; King's, Rochester, 84; Judd,93. Junior Colts: Rochester Maths., 46; K.S.C., 75; Judd ,80; Maidstone G.S., 120; Kent College, 194. Saturday, 13th November THE MEDWAY A.C. RACES Seniors: 11 th. 10th. Colt s : Saturday, 20th November Portsmouth G.S., 44; Millfield, 61; K.S.C.,71. Seniors:

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FENCING CLUB A good standard has been achieved by all teams th is term and there have been ma ny pleasi ng performances by the younger members. The Clu b has so far managed to mainta in last season's unbeaten record in school matches and has also retained most of the County Cha mpionships held to date. A. F inn and R. Houlston, the only remaining members of last year's First Team, have been ably supported by S. M iles, M. H ill , P. Keat ing and H. Toofan ian. In the Second and Junior teams, M. Wh itehead, P. Kennedy, F. Kennedy and A. Damon have all made encouraging progress. In ~he Three~Weapon Championships we were again successful and have now held this trophy for six successive ye;ars. We also retained the Senior Team Foil Knock-out Championship and a determined effort by the JunIOr team won them the Under-16 Trophy. There was further success for HOlliston, H ill and Damon in th~ Junior Sabre Championships with Houlston winning the Junior title for the second y~ar r~nnin g and H Ili and I?amo.n gaining third and fifth places respect ively. Unfortunately we had to relmqUlsh the Team Trophy III thiS event as our only two Senior Sabreurs were not available. However, with seven King's fencers in the semifinals we still only lost by one point. The South-East Section events provided st ronger opposition and in the Sabre Competition it was good to see three King's fencers, Houlston, Keating and P. Kennedy, in the fina l. Houlston had not lost a .bout in the preliminary rounds, but with some difficult decisions going against him he went down by one ~ It for first place. However, this was an outstanding performance and I hope he will be able to take pa~t 1Il ~h e National Championships next term. There was a very high standard in the South-East Epee C~amp lonslllps and King's were well represented in the semi-final s but no one gained further promotIOn although M. Whitehead got very close and only went down on indicators. As he has only recently taken up the weapon and will still be a Junior next year this was a splendid effort which promises well for the future. It is not possible to name everyone but Pim, Gurr, Ray, Macmillan, Wilson, Brennan and Widdowson have all fenced well at one time or another and with a good depth of ability in the Club we can look forward to next term's matches with reasonable confidence. F inally, we have to bid farewell to our Captain of Fencing, Adam F inn, who is leav!ng to do some teaching before going to university. H e has been a most enthusiastic and efficient captam and I should like to thank him for all the hard work he has done this term. We wish him every success in his future career and hope to see him in the O.K.S. team next summer.

M.E.M. RESULTS School Matches v DANE COURT AND ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE

1st Team (F. E.S.), Won 19-8; 2nd Team (F.), Lost 1- 8; 3rd Team (F.), Won 5- 4. v KINO'S, ROCHESTER 1st Team (F.E.S.), Won 16- 11; 2nd Team (F.E.S.), Won 19-8; 3rd Team (F.), Won 9-0; 3rd Team (S.), Won 8-1. . v DOVER CoLLEOE 1st Team (F.E.S.), Won 19- 8; 1st Junior Team (F.), Won 9- 11; 2nd Junior Team (F.), Won 9- 0. v K.C.S., WIMBLEDON. WOll 26-10 (Foil only) 1st Team, Lost 4-5; 2nd Team, Won 6-3; 3rd Team, Won 7-2; 4th Team, Won 9-0. County and S.E. England Schools Championships KENT SCHOOLBOYS' THREE-WEAPON CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st, K.S.C. "A"; 2nd, King's, Rochester "A"; 3rd, K.S.c. "B". KENT SCHOOLDOYS' TEAM FOIL CHAMPIONSH IP

(Under 18) 1st, KS.C.; 2nd, King's, Rochester. (Under 16) 1st, K.S.C.; 2nd, Dane Court. KENT SCHOOLBOYS' SABRE CHAMPIONSHIPS (Under 16) 1st, R. Houlston (K.s.C.); 3rd, M. HiIJ (K.S.C.); 5th, A. Damon (KS.C.). S.E. SECTION SABRE CHAMPIONSHIP (Under 16) 2nd, R. Houlston (KS. C.); 5th, P. Keating (KS.C.); 6th, P. Kennedy (K.S.C.).

SQUASH RACKETS With Amyn Kanji retllfJ1ing unexpectedly, the side was far stronger than anticipated but unfortunately

there were only a few fixtures this term and none of any consequence. We were cas ily beaten by Harrow early in the term, with Kanji providing our only win, but the only other schools we played were Scvenoaks

and St. Edmund's. Canterbury. in the first two rounds of the National Tournament, and both resulted in 5-0 wins. We meet Tonbridge in the next round on January 22nd on their courts. Club matches were played against Kent S.R.A., The Escorts and The Jesters and all three provided wins for the opposition though they took the form of coaching sessions rather than serious games. Amyn Kanji was, of course, too good for schoolboy opposition and it is a shame that he won't be here for the later rounds in the competition. He has done a vast amount for squash at King's in his time here and we are most gratefu l for the part he bas played in recent successes. Michael Roskelly, Malcolm Smith and Jonathan Molyneux all have enormous potent ial and will provide the nucleus of what should be a formidable side in a year or two. John Lowe should be good enough next term to get a regular place in the side and Jonathan Bottomley will improve when he tries fewer extravagant shots and becomes more consistent. R.P.B.

BADMINTON Although thi s season has seen the largest number of matches played, it did not prove to be our most sllccessful. A weakness of the team is the frequent changes in its members, and tra ining is therefore not fu lly benefited from. The following played: P. Kit iyakara (Captain), P. F. Creswell (Secretary), N. Snidvongs, J. D. Snoxall, A. R. Few, J. D. Lowe, S. W. O. Macbean, A. L. Dowie, M. A. Smith, K. Snidvongs and W. Mekdhanasarn. It is hoped that badminton will be taken up more seriously as a Minor Sport. The younger members of the team show promise, especially Few and Snoxall. We beat the Masters' Common Room 7-2 in a friend ly match, but were less fortunate in other matches. We played St. Lawrence College twice and lost 2- 5 (home) and 1- 8 (away). ]n the three matches against Geoffrey Chaucer School we lost 2- 7 (away), 4-5 (home) and 3- 6 (home).

The team is certainly not to be discouraged by these. We started playing at King's only three years ago, and our achievement has been very considerable. I hope that this team will be able to get some more of Mr. Woodley's va luable coaching jf he can spare time from the busy world of English and Ten nis ! It is also hoped that girls will take part in future mixed matches. As I leave, my very best wishes go to the qub, and I hope to see them again soon in an O.K.S. match, which I am sure the Secretary will be keen to arrange! P.

KITlYAKARA.

Congratulations to Kitiyakara for being the first recipient of Minor Sports Colours for Badminton. R .J.M.

THE CANOE CLUB With the autumn rain bringing the level of the Stom up much higher than for a long time, many members of the Club have been able to develop their skills more quickly than usua l. Several trips have been made up river to mill-races that provided respectable wh ite water conditions. ]n addition, three afternoons were spent at Folkestone, where the waves have been sufficient to practise basic surfing. There is a regrettable lack of compet ition in East Kent, especially in the winter. We had one combined event with Geoffrey Chaucer School, which was evenly matched, with Burt sharing first place in the Slalom 500 metres with a Chaucer pupil. Next term we plan to hold more events of our own, and hope to invite other schools to an open slalom, and a 10,000 metres long-distance race. M.J.V. 42

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GYMNASTICS T his year's Inter-House Gymnast ics Competition was as enjoyable as ever with a good standard shown by all part icipants. It was a little disappointing, however, that more Sen iors did not take part and that in both age-groups too few Houses were able to produce two representatives for the team even t. In the Junior section , compet ition was very close throughout and at the end A. Few, L. Dibden and F . Searle all tied for first place. After a furth er vault of their own choice, A. Few, who produced an excellent straight ann overswing, was It points ahead and won the Ind ividua l Trophy. He and his team-mate, P. Bethell, a lso took the Junior Team Cup. There were only four compet itors in the Sen ior event and a ll gave excellent performances. However, although closely pressed by Chisholm and Molyneux for most of the compet ition, F. D ibden fi nally went ahead to win from Chisholm by 2t points. M.E.M . RESULTS

Junior Indiyidual Competition (First 5 places) 1st, A. Few (Gal.), 180·5 points; 2nd, F. Searle (M.O.), 179 points; 3rd, L. D ibden (Lx.), 178·5 points (the fi rst three had an ext ra vault after being eq ual on 162 points); 4th, f;. Godbold (S.H.), 156 points; 5th , D. Morley (Br.), 153 points. Junior Team Competition 1st, Galpin's (A . Few and P. Bethell); 2nd, Broughton (D . Morley and R. Capurro). Senior Indiyidual Competition 1st, F. D ibden (Lx.), 149 points; 2nd, D. Chisholm (M.), 146'5 points; 3rd, J. P. Molyneux (S.H.), 145·5 po ints; 4th, A. Dean (Lx.), 137 points. Senior Team Competit ion 1st, Luxmoore.

THE SHOOTING CLUB Results this term have been encouraging. After a defeat by Harro~ by 732 points to 730, we went on to improve our score to 760 in our other 'home fixture, against TonbJ;.idge, and beat them by fou r points. In postal matches agai nst Pangbourne and Framlingham our team scores were 740 and 750, aga inst Pangbourne's 756. We await the result of the second posta l match. The average score of the 1st VIII in matches had thus increased from 91·25 to 95 duri ng the term. Their ind ividua l averages were :N. R. Jorgensen J. H. McCabe} A. 1. Tame G. S. Allan C. J. Jermyn

J. A. Poppleton G. R. Wi llis R. D. Pritchard Sara C. Evans R. L. Ecclestone

98·33 96·83 95·33 94·83

94·50 94-33 93-83 91·83 90·33

Other members of G roup "A" include Frederica Gedge, Elizabeth Biron, M. V. Roskelly. M. F . Nicholson, J. L. Ha rper a nd E. O. Jorgensen. Minor Sports Colours were awarded to G. R. Willis and R. D. Pritchard. Thanks go o nce again to MI'. Recton and Mr. Ogi lvy for their help throughout the ten n. N. R.

JOR GENSEN.

C.C.F. NOTES ARMY SECTION Last term ended with twenty members of the Section attending Annual Camp at Sen nybridge. It was certainly the most successfu l camp that I have been on and it was enjoyed by everyone. To sta rt us off we had a vigorous assault course which was excellent once we had got wet. Later, on the electric range, our tea m of eight won an inter-C.C.F. compet ition, a nd congratula tions go to those cadets and N.C.O.s in that team. Ambushes this year were off a fo ur-ton lorry instead of the more usual land rover. Despite the longer drop. it was defi nitely a more enjoya ble way of tack ling ambushes, and ma ny lessons about them were learnt by everyone. The term bega n with two members joining the T.A.V.R. at our parent unit, 5th Queens. John Poppleton ancl Graham Willis are bot h apprecia ting T.A.V.R. training and are being paid into the bargain! Hopefully their exam ple will encourage other members of the School to joi n this very wort hwhile unit. F ield Day was marred somewha t by torrential rain and high winds. The Commando Section, however, went to Bowles to cl imb and abseil, and perhaps learnt a great deal more because of the extra di ffic ulties. The Army Section as a whole went to Hythe to shoot on the Cinema Ra nge. The standards varied but we all enjoyed shoot ing at moving huma n ta rgets in rea l life situations for a cha nge. It certainly high-lighted the d ifficu lties of shooting a man before he has the chance of throwing a grenade at you. The RE.M.E. Section has a lmost completed restoring the K2 ambulance, and it is hoped that another vehicle will replace it during next term. The APEX examination sq uad is to be congrat ula ted upon the high standard it achieved: 24 passed Weapon Train ing; 21 passed Dril l. The Stores. under the excellent guida nce of Mr. Reeton. operated very smoothly; and I should like to thank all the officers and Mr. Recton for ma ki ng my time in the Corps most enjoyable. M. AGGLETON (e.S.M.J. Our best wishes a nd than ks go wit h C.S.M. Aggleton for his fut ure.

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G. T. P. Brenna n J. R. A. Christ ie C. J. Jermyn R. D. Pr itchard To LjCpl.: S. e. e. Ken ny G. S. Tejpar W.J.R.H-S.

ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION This term has been largely given over to prepa ration for the Proficiency examinat ions which produced very satisfactory results, SOme 50 % of our candidates gai ning cred its or distinctions. Perhaps special mention should be made of cadets Gelio!, Johnston. Molyneux and Nelson who all produced particularly fine results. Though the emphasis has been on classroom work (a trend which will be relieved next term when the Part 2 cadets undergo six weeks of commando trainin g). at the same time ha lf the Section's cadets have flown in Chipmunk s at R.A.F. Manston, a good number have shot, a nd twenty cadets have taken part in the new "mini" night exercises. These exercises- about five hours in durat ion- a re intended to introduce younger members of the Section to night walk ing and map~reading. a nd have been very successful, though on one occasion the Volkswagen pilot, supposed to " fl y" the infi ltrators out of enemy territory, did fall asleep and miss his rendezvous point! The projected F ield Day trips to R.A.F. Ma nston and West Maili ng were aborted because of inclement weather and instead we made a trip to the Imperial War Museum. We've welcomed nine recrui ts this term and I should like to commend F lt.-Sgt. Willis for his excellent supervision of them ; the smooth running of the Section owes a good dea l to his keenness and precision. Finally, I should like to thank FIt.-Sgt. Stephen, Flt.-Lt. Furniss, ou r liaison officer (who now leaves us to comma nd a sq uadron of Pumas at R.A.F. Odiham), and especia lly Sqdn.-Ldr. Wenley (you've guessed it , the Volkswagen pilot !) whose assistance and ex perience are largely responsible for the healthy state of the Section at the present time. B.J.D. 44

ROY AL NAVY SECTION This has been a term of bllSY activity which has va ried widely a nd included canoeing, shoot ing, navigation, ori enteering, commun ications, leadership traini ng and sailing (during which time some cadets passed the capsize drill part of the R. Y.A. Elementary Certificate). I have been particularly pleased with the work which the Senior Ratings have put in and the traini ng they have given to the younger cadets. Our Cadet Coxswai n. Iva n Walker, left us earlier in the term so that he could work fo r Oxbridge exams. We shall miss him and his competent a nd encouraging approach, and are grateful for all he has done for the Section. He is succeeded by Cadet P.O. Peter Hall. The Summer Camps, held in such superb weather, were very much enjoyed by those who took adva ntage of them. T he camp at Loch Ewe was apparently as reward ing as ever. and David Ta n'a n's saili ng trip off the West coast of Scotland was successful and is the so urce of some am using anecdotes. Field Day this term was held on 14th October and the whole Section went to Portsmout h for a day and a half. Alt hough exceptionally fierce weather conditions prevented us goi ng to sea, we saw round some interesting ships, notably H.M.S. Torqlloy and H.M.S. Londoll. We sa iled round the harbour in a Fleet Tender and saw ma ny frigates and destroyers which had recently returned from a NATO exercise. Altogether a very worthwhile trip. We welcome Sub.-Lt. Michael Webb to the Section and thank him for the help he has a lready given us. And a particular word of welcome to Lt. Reid who arrived back at school earlier in the term; he will take over the running of the Section again next term. e.G.T.

COMMANDO SECTION The Section was rather sma ll this term, but this in fac t made it possible to ensure that every member had a thorough command of basic ski lls. The assa ult course at Birley's was developed by the Section, and used for a combined R.A.F./Commando training afternoon. It possesses a tunnel, a wall and a ditch; and with scramble net, and rope crossings added, it amounts to a dema nding course. The Signals Section helped to train our members in basic rad io techn iq ues. After an in it ial session on BIOI'e'S, we spent one afternoon on the marshes nea r Pluck's Gutter, pract ising co~ord i nat i o n of movements by radio. This demonstra ted what could be achieved- and also what needed furt her practice. One of the most enjoya ble afternoons was spent canoeing at Fo lkestone in late September. There was enough surf to ma ke it interesting, a nd , despite a number of ca psizes, members of the Section had greatly improved their sk ill by the end of the afternoon. COMMANDO NIGHT EXERCISE It was decided this time to make the exercise a more formal competnion. T hree teams fina lly emerged: one from the Naval Section, one combined team of R.A.F. a nd Commando members, a nd a strong-look ing one largely composed of School Monitors. .... The scenario was that each team had been dropped in host ile cou ntry (t he notorious North Downs between Ashford a nd the Stone Street). Before dawn, they had to collect information from friendly natives, cross a river by a brid ge of their own making, perform a difficult navigat ional task, and attack a fortified hill. The night of the 27th-28th November was stormy. By I I p.m. the organisers had esta blished their checkpoints: B. J.D. cun ningly concealed in a Mini outside a village discot heque; R.A.F. on a windy hillside ready to flash a signal to groups miles away in the dark ness; MJ. V. with enough rope to hang a reg iment, somewhere in a ploughed fiel d by a stream. J.R.P. had a llowed himself to be captured in a car park. and was by now acting as a de-stabilising factor on that group . The firs t part of the exercise went smoothly. All groups checked in on time, with the information they had gathered from rather surprised locals. Tents were then put up, until the second part bega n at 1 a.m. This part became very interesti ng. T he Naval Section, used to navigating in straight li nes, disregarded all obstacles, and went through rat her tha n round ditches, th ickets, etc. Wet but happy, they perfo rmed all tasks with great ela n, and eventually won the competition. 45

The R.A.F./Commando group must have been dc-stabilised by J.R.P., for they did not quite fi nd the fortified hill . However, they picked up after that and did cred itab ly. Pugh's ra iders, a vetera n civilia n team, had some interesting ideas. T hese incl uded forgoi ng the use of C.C.F. issued compasses in the navigational task. As a resul t they would certa inly have seen much more of the count ryside than the other teams, if it had not been da rk. T hey maintained morale, however, and finished on a strong note, putt ing in a ferocious attack on the fort ified hill, that would have shaken the commandoes defend ing it, if they had been awake to resist it. What does not Quite go according to plan always makes good reading. However, we must point out that everybody o n the exercise rema ined cheerful throughout, and what is more, despite mistakes, showed that they were determ ined to think, despite the cold and wet, the darkness, and their own tiredness. That is the point of these exercises. M.J.V.

SALVETE A. N. Abplanalp, A. K. Agha, C. H. L. Ballard, F. J. M. Barrett, A. J. Barton, H. W. L. Bethell, T. J. Blackmore, P. W. Bloch, J. T. A. Bradley, M. G . r. Brash, C. M. Breeze, P. A. Bromfield, A. P. R. Brown, M. B. BOgel, S. J. Burrell, S. R. McD. Cairns, O. T. Canning, J. P. Canning, K. K. C. Chan, S. A. J. Chi nchanwala, Katharine Claridge, N. W. S. Clements, A. R. Collins, R. F. Crabtree, S. D. Cranston Smith, 1. R. e. Cray, R. A. Creasy, J. D. Davis, T. J. R. Dawes, A. W. L. De Waal, J. H. L. De Waa l, Susan E. Durrant, J. T. Easter, H. M. Elliott, J. M. Evans, K. W. A. Feistner, R. e. Gibson, J. J. Graham, L. J. Grenier, R. B. W. Gumpert, M. J. R. Gwilliam, Cheryl L. Hadla nd, J. P. Hargreaves, Rosemary A. Hatfield, S. A. R. Heath, N. J. Hobbs, Susan E. J. Hogben, C. M. Horwood, S. A. Howard, R. G . Hulbert, J. C. Isbell , N . A. M. James, L. F. Jardine, Helen E. Jewkes, L. A. Jorgensen, F rances J. Judd, G. A. Judd, A. Kabi r, M. P. Khema ni , D. J. K ittle, R. A. La ngley, S. R. Lawrence, S. H. Lewis, W-S. F . Li u, M. J. L. Long, V. W. A. Lugt hart, M. A. Lynch, P. B. Macdonald, R. e. Macdonald, D. S. Macnaught, D. E. Marshall , Stella Mat hew, A. G. Milne, e. J. R. Moore, S. Mutua, A. F. Nason, Roya Nasser, P. G. T. Neilson, M. F. Nicholson, K. E. OdOgWll, J. S. Phillips, J. e. Pinder-White, S. M. Pope, T. H. J. Poplett, S. P. F. Porter, K. S. Pothali ngam, M. W. Presland, Sarah A. Priest man, R . O. S. Pritchard, N. R. Pye, H . M. Robertson, J. A. Rombulow-Pearse, R. P. D. Sacker, J. A. Saker, P. Sarasin. F. G . E. J. Sarre, S. A. Schwartz, Carolyn C. Scott, e. B. G. Shaw, J. E. A. Short, M. T. Simpson, J. R. W. G. Sm ith, T. J. T. Sm ith, Tracy D. Smith, Kat herine E. Spence, Mary E. Stacey, Lisa S. Starns, A. J. Strivens, I. S. Tatchell, D. T. Taylor, G. K. Teakle, J. C. G. Turner, V. Venkatacha lam, R. Vijeyasingam, J. M. Vile, A. V. Vinaver, J . D. Watt, S. M. Whatton, P. R. Whitby, e. A. e. White, P. J. Widdowson, J. C. Wil kinson, Rachel L. Williams, B. D. Wolstencroft, J. J. Woodruff, R. A. Wykes, A. M. K. Yap, S. B. Young.

VALETE AIREY, A. M. c/o F . & e.O. (Ca iro), King Charles St., London, S.W.l; H ildersham Hse.; Sept. '71; Lt.fWal. ; Hse. Mon.; Social Services Committee; 2nd XV Rugby Col.; Haymakers. ALI, H. 70 F.c.c., Gu lberg, Lahore, Pakistan; Aitch ison College, Lahore; Jan. '75; Lin; to Imperial College, London, or Birmingham University. ANDERSON,P. H. G. "Lyndale", IS Sand hurst Close, Sanderstead, Croydon; Claremont Sch.; Sept. '71; Lt./Lux.; Hse. Mon.; J . Colts Rugby; 3rd Tennis VI ; to Thames Polytechnic for a B.A. course in Internat ional Market ing. ARM ITAGE, J. P. Little Eggarton, Godmers ham, N r. Canterbury; Port Regis; Ja n. '72; Riv./Gr. ; Choral Soc.; Madrigal Soc.; Lead ing Seama n (C.C.F.); Sergeant (Comma ndos); Hon. Fordwich Sec.; Colts' Rowing VIII Col.; Gym. Club; J. Colts' Hockey; Canoeing; to Australia for a year. ARMSTRONG, S. A. Frenshams. Four Throws, Hawk hurst, Kent; Dulwich College, Coursehorn; Sept. '71; Lt./Lux.; Hse. Mon.; Europa Club; Haymakers; 2nd Orch.; 1st Cross-Country Col. ; 4th XV; Capt. 2nd XI Cricket (Col.); Golf team; School Football X I ; to read Law at Southampton University. BACKLER, L. A. 47 Eastc1iffe Rd., Pa l', Cornwall; J .K.S.; Jan. '72; M.; Cross-Count ry Colts Co l. ; Pros. oec. Medic ine.

BANKS, P. R. 29 Hamp.ton Gdns., Pointe Cla ire, Quebec, Canada; Selwyn House, Montreal; Jan. '74; LllX.~ 2nd VI Ten ms; Footba ll XI ; to read Bio-chemist ry at John Abbott College' Pros. occ. Dentistry. ' BARBER, M. J. L. 51 Art hur Rd., Wimbledon, S.W.19; Streete Court; Ja n. '72; PI./S.H.; Caxton Soc.;. 2nd Orch.; Kent Festival pianoforte class winner ; Min. Sp. Cols. for Canoeing (Committee); Tenms Club; to read History at the University of Durham. BARLOW, C. D. 31 Chichester Dr., Chelmsford, Essex; Cant. Cath. Choir Sch.; April '71; PI./Gr.; Hon. Mus. S. ; 1st, 2nd, Chamber Orchs.; Band; Choir; Madrigal Soc.; Choral Soc.; Jazz Club; Glee Club; Rug?y 1st XV Col. ; 2nd X[ Cricket (Colts' Col.); Athletics Team; Chora l Scholarship to read Econom ics at St. John's College, Cambridge. BARON, R. A. K. 118 K idmore Rd.,. Caversham, Reading; J.K.S.; Sept. '71; Lt./ Lux.; Sgt. C.C.F.; Chora l Soc.; Harvey Soc.; C:h~:)1 I'; T,he A!ikado-Ch~rus; J. Colts' Rowing VrIf; Cross-Cou ntry Club ; Gym. Club; to read CIVI l Engmcenng at Jmperlal College, London. BARR, T. G. "Tenbury", Burleigh Rd., Charing; Merchiston Castle Sch.; Sept. '74; M.; Min. Sp. Col. for Swimming; 1st Col.; Pros. occ. Medicine. BERNARD, D; A. O. II Marlborough Hi ll , London, N.W.8; The Hall, Hampstead; Sept. '72; Riv./ M.O.; Wa ltmg House Mon.; 1st XV Col. BERRY, A. J. Bourne Lod~e, Bridge, Nr..Canterbury; Hurstpierpoint College; Sept. '75; M.; Drama; Rugby Club; to Westmmster College m 1977; Pros. occ. Hotel Management and Catering. BEVERIDGE, T. J. 27 The Green, Writtle, Nr. Chelmsford; Hutton Park; April '71; PI./M.O.; Petty Officer (C.C.F.); Boat CI':Ib; ~hotographic Club; Sailing Clubj Sets and light ing for various plays; to Royal College of Engmeenng, Dart mouth ; Pros. occ. Royal Navy. BIDWELL, T. S. "Shelfords'\ Woodhurst Lane, Oxted, Surrey; Hazelwood; Sept. '73; R iv./ M.O.; Drama;. Colt s' Squash Team; Colts' Ath let ics Team ; 1st Basketball Team; to study "A" Levels at "DaVIes". B1LLINqHURST, M. R. 10 Hurst Farm Rd ., Weald, Nr. Sevenoaks; J.K.S.; Jan. '74; Riv./Gr.; Fencmg Club; Judo Club; to Judd School, Tonbridge. BLACK, N. H. 50 Western Way, Alverstoke, Gosport, Hants. ; J.K.S.; Jan. '74; Lt./Gal.; M.S.; 1st, Chamber Orchs.; Min. Sp. Col. for Athletics; to study Mus ic. BOLL~ND, W. J. 3 Place de la Vi llette,.Marcinelle GOO I , Hainaut, Belgium.; J.K.S.; Sept. '72; Riv./Wal. j Mm. Sp. Col. for Gym.; to At lant iC College, Glamorgan for Internat ional Baccalaureate. nOUGHTON, D. A. 16 Lawrence Rd., Heat h Park, Romford; New Place Sch.; Jan. '72; Riv./Gr.; Caxton Soc.; R.A.F. (C.C.F.); Choral Soc.; Choir; Boat Club; Cross-Country; Gym. Club; Canoe Club. BRASH, J. P. I. Woodbrow, Woodham Lane, Woking, Surrey; J.K.S.; Sept. '71; Lt./Lin.; Army (C.C.F.); Woodwork Mon.; to Chartered Accountancy. BRO,",:,N, C. J . 263 Boxley Rd., Ma idstonej J.K.S.; Sept. '71; Rivj Lin. ; C.C.F.; Ad Hoc Players; Kmg's School Players; J.C.R. Committee; Catering Comm ittee; Drama; 2nd vln; Haymakers' 3rd XV; to read Accountancy at Ed inburgh University. ' DROWN, P. J. Willow Grange, St ri ngers Common, Guildford; Hildersham Hse.; Sept. '71; Riv./Wal.; 2nd XV Col. ; to study Farm Ma nagement at Harper Adams Agricultura l College. BROWN, W. O. 14 Hurst Close, Tentel'den, Kent; Fri ars; Sept. '72; Pl./Gal. ; to University; Pros.occ. Journalist. BROWNBILL, N. C. "Copperkins", God inton Lane, Potters Corner, Nr. Ashford; Friars; Apri l '73; PI./S.H.; Commandos (C.C.F.); J. Colts and Colts Tennis; Pros. oec. Army-Royal Fusiliers. BUCKELDEE, J. R . "Drooshka", Bangors Rd., South, Iver, Bucks.; Davies'; Jan. '71; Riv./Ga l. ; i/c Orienteering; 1st Cross-Country Col.; 1st Athletics Col.; to Bristol to Study Town and Country Planning. BULLEY, P. G. Sussex Lodge, Upper St. John's Road, Burgess H ill, Sussex; Torrens; Jan. '73; Lt./Gal.; Choir; 2nd Orch.; Choral Soc.; to a nother school in Sussex.

CHAPMAN, R. 1. M. Middle Watch, Admimlty Wal k, Scasaltcr, Kent; Grenham Hse. ; April '72; M.; to fo llow a course in Pottery. CHERNEL CHERNELHAZI, A. H. P.O. Dox 81294, Mombasa, Kenya; Pembroke Hse. Seh.; Ja n. '72; Riv./Gal. ; to Kenya. COLLINS, M. R. G. M. The Gun House, Ca nnon St., New Romney, Kent; Dover College J.S. ; Sept. '74; Riv./Wa l. ; D rama; Merry Wives of Windsor; J. Colts' Xl ; J. Colt s' "B" XV; to South lands Comprehensive, New Romney . CORDY, R. M. 4 Old Avenue Close, Old Aven ue, West Byfleet, Surrey; Glengorse; Sept. '71; Riv./S.H. ; Joi nt Head of House; Sch. Mon.; Jun. and Sen. Games Committees; Capt. of Squash- 1st Col.; Fencing Colts' Team (Colts' Col.); 2nd Tennis VI ; Badminton 1st VI; to read Classics at New College, Oxford. COW IE, P. D. S. Dormers, Beacon Ave., Herne Bay, Kent; J.K.S. ; Sept. '71; M.; K.S.; Head of House; Sch. Mon.; i/c Bookbindin g Soc.; to Corpus Christi College, Cambridge to read Modern Languages. CRAGO, M. A. 37 Garden Rd., Sundridge Park, Bromley; Bick ley Park; Ja n. '72; Lt./Lux.; C.C.F.; 2nd XV Rugby Col. ; 2nd VI Tennis; Colt s Swimming; to Orpington College of Further Educat ion; Pros. oec. Naval Officer. CULLY, P. B. 54 Pioneer Rd., Sprowston , Norwich, Norfolk; Westerleigh; Jan. '72; Riv./Wal. ; Hse. Mon.; Head of Wait ing Hse.; i/c Christ ian Forum; Air Cadet Corps ; Choir; Chora l Soc. ; 1st, 2nd Hockey Col. ; Sec. Hockey Club; 2nd Xl Cricket; Haymakers; to read Social Studies at East Anglia University. CURR IE, T. D. C. Studley House, Kendal Ave. , Epping; Du lwich College; Apri l '71 ; PI. / M.O.; Hse. Mon. ; 1st V!J] Rowing Col. ; to St. Bart's Hospital for Medici ne. DALE J. N. H. The Downings, Westwell, Nr. Ashford; Betteshanger; Jan. '72; PI./Gal.; Hse. Mon.; Sch. Mon.; Caxton Soc. ; L/Cp!. (C.C.F.) ; Cha irman , Film Club; Sec. Swimmi ng Club; Vice· Capt. Swimm ing ; 1st Swimming Col.; Captain 3rd XI Hockey; 3rd XV; to read Economics and Accountancy at Leeds University; Pros. occ. Agricultural Eco nom ist. DALE, M. P. 6 Easton Road , Stonely, Hunti ngdon; Cat h. Choir Sch. , Cant.; Jan. '72; R iv./Wal.; Hse. Mon.; 1st, Chamber Orchs.; Choir ; M.S. ; Madriga l Soc. DE COURCY, I. A. The Old Vicarage, St. Stephen's Rd., Canterbury; Betteshangel'; Jan. '72 ; M.; Head of Pottery; I st, 2nd Orchs.; to read Food Science at Weybridge. DEUCHAR, N. J. 37 Ranelagh Hse., Elysta n Place, London, S.W.3; Carn Brea; Sept. '73; R iv./Gal.; Dra ma; 2nd Rowi ng VIJJ ; J. Colts' Rugby; to West minster School for "A" Levels. DEWELL, C. A. B. 16 Albyfield, Hawt horne Rd., Bickley; J.K.S. ; Jan. '72; Riv./Wal. ; C.S.M. (C.C.F.) ; Capt. of Shoot ing; Shoot ing Col.; to R.M.A. , Sand hurst. DH ILLON, S. S. P.O. Box 811 29, Mombasa, Kcnya ; Kenton College. Na irobi; Jan. '73 ; Lt./ Lux. DORUD I S. 61 Durrels House, Warw ick Gardens, London, W.14; Friars; Jan. '7 1; R iv./Lin.; Head of Hs~. ; Seh. Mon.; Capt. of Fencing; 1st Fencing Col. ; Pros. OCC. Medicine. EVA, H. D. Ash Grove, Mere Green, Stoke St. Gregory, Nr. Taunton, Somerset; J.K.S. ; Sept. '72; PI./Lin. FAZAL, A. S. P.O. Box 47796, Nairobi, Kenya; Kenton Co llege, Na irobi; Sept. '72; Lt./Wa l. ; 2nd XI Hockey ; to read History at Read ing University. FE LTON, A. E. Winscombe HOllse, Crowborollgh, Sussex; Holmewood Hse.; Sept. '7 1; Riv.fGr.; Head of Hse. ; Sch. Mon. ; Choral Soc.; C.C.F. (Orienteering); Golf Club ; Cl'Oss·Country; Fencing ; to read Medici ne at the London Hospital Med ical College. FEW Fennell a S. 12 Hanover Place, Ca nterbury ; Convent of Our Lady, St. Leonarcl s~o n-Sea; D rama; G irls' Squash Capt.; Girls' and Mixed Tennis Teams ; Ad Hoc Players; to read German at Westfield College, London. FOAD, Linda S. 30 Shakespeare Rd. , Birchington, Kent; Ursul ine Convent, Westgate; Sept. '74; S.H.; Choral Soc.; Choir ; Mother COIlNlge; to st udy Design at Bath Academy of Art. FORS HAW, R. H. W. Well Housc, Poppinghole Lane, Robertsbridge, Sussex; J.K.S .; Apri l '72; Lt ./LlIx.; Orch.; Retaking " A" Levels at West Kent Co llege. 48

GA RB IS, G. N. 1 Rosetower Court , Convent Rd ., Broadstai rs; Homefield; Sept. '72; LL/Lin ./M.; Dra ma; RA.F. (C.C.F.); 1st and 2nd Athletics Col.; Min. Sp. Col. for Shooting; to study Building! Surveying at Thames Polytechnic. GENT, P. 1 St. Stephen's Close, Canterbury; F riars; Sept. '72; Riv./Lin.; 2nd Xl Hockey Co l. ; to read Economics at University. GIBSON, G. C. 97a St. Stephen's Road, Ca nterbury; J.K.S.; Sept. '72; M.; K.S.; 2nd Orch.; Estate Management at Read ing University (1 977) applied for. GLADSTONE, D. G. W. Sheeplands, 17 Granville Rd., Limpsficld, Oxted; Hazelwood ; Jan. '74; R iv.fWa l. ; to school in Reigate for "A" Levels. GOO~D, J. P. The Lesser House, Fern hill Lane, Hook Heath, Woking; Allen House; Apri l '72; Rlv·/Wal. ; Hse. Mon.; Pottery Soc. ; 2nd Hockey Col.; 2nd XI Cricket; to South Bank Polytechnic to read Bllsiness Studies. GRAVES, Susan M. The White House, Pilgrim's Way, Chil ham; Simon Langton G.S.; Sept '74; Gr. ; Choral Soc.; Moth er COl/rage; M erry Wives 0/ Windsor ; to Drama School in 1977. GURR, P. A. Copperleas, Ottinge, Canterbury; Dover College J.S. ; Apri l '72; M.; to study Med ici ne at Du ndee University. HARMS, Clare A. 42 The Street, Ash, Ca nterbury; Kent College, Pembury; Sept. '74; Un.; Chora l Soc.; Girls' Choir ; Mother Courage; Merry Wives of Windsor; Ad Hoc Players; Girls' Hockey; Pros. occ. Actress. HARVEY, Marina J. St. August ine's College, Canterbury; Benenden; Sept. '74; Gal.; Ca noe Club Committee; Girls' Choir; Band ; Drama ; to Camberwell Art College. HARVEY, R. W. 67 The St reet, Boughton, Kent; Torrens; Jan. '72 ; Riv./Wa l. ; Co lts' IV. H ASWEL~, T. C. G. 31 Chi pstead St., London, S.W.6.; Westmi nster Abbey Ch. Sch.; Sept. '72; Madnga l Soc. ; Choral Soc.; J st Orch. (Librarian) ; 2nd Orch. ; Choir; Chamber Orch; Pirates 0/ Pellzal1ce; 4th XV; 3rd XI Cricket. HIRST, D. A. 9 Warden Court, Cuckfield , Haywa rds Heat h; Wick and Pa rkfield; April '72; Lt./Lu x.; 2nd VI Tennis; to read Economics/ Law at Exeter University. HY NARD, A. J. The Old Forge, Stevens Crouch , Battle, Wcsterieigh ; Sept. '73; Lt./ Lux. ; Able Seaman (C.C.F.); Sec. Sailing Clu b; Min. Sp. Col. for Sailing; Colts' Squash Col. ; Pirates 0/ Penzance; Midsummer Night's Dream; Merry Wives 0/ Windsor; to Hastings Grammar School. IQBAL, A. c/o D r. S. Iqbal, P.O. Dox 2482, Tripoli, Li bya; St. Edward's College, Malta; Sept. '74; Lin.; Leading Seama n (C.C.F.); to study Accounta ncy at Po lytechnic. IRWIN, P. J. Pick hurst Cottage, Chiddingfold, Surrey; J.K.S.; Jan. '72 ; PJ./Lin.; Treas. Caxton Soc.; Sgt. (C.C.F.); J.C.R. Committee; Sec. King's Week; 2nd XV Rugby Col. ; 2nd Athletics Col.; Min. Sp. Col. for Shooting; to read Veteri nary Science at Bristol University. JAMAL, M. I. E. 14 Long Walk , New Ma lden, Surrey; Dav ies'; Sept. '73; Lux. ; Head of Hse. ; Sch. Mon.; Sec. Harvey Soc.; 2nd Xl Cricket; 2nd XI Hockey; 1st V Squash (Min. Sp. Col. and 1st Col.); to read Pharmacology at Sunderland Polytechnic. • KHALID, N. P.O. Box 1949, Deira, Duba i, U.A.E.; Aitchison College ; April '75; Wa l. ; to read Econom ics at University. K1M, A. S. R.D.2, Box 427 Belle Mead, New Jersey, U.S.A.; Lawrenceville Sch.; Sept. '75 ; Wal.; Hse. Mon.; 1st Cross-Country Col. ; to read Biology at Yale University. KING, R. L. C. Brooms Down, Wateri ngbury, Kent; Windlesham House ; Sept. '72 ; Riv ./Wa l. ; 2nd Rowing Co l. KNIGHT, R. S. 7 Ken ilwort h Rd. , Kenilwort h, Cape, S. Africa; Diocesan College, Rondebosch ; Jan. '75; S.H.; Drama; Sailing; to read Electrical Engineering at Manchester University. LANDYMORE, S. C. F. c/o F. & C.O. (Rome), King Charles St., London, S.W. J. ; Grenham House; Sept. '7 1; Lt./Gr.; Hse. Mon.; Sec. Military Model Soc.; C.C.F. (Orienteering); 4t h XV; to read International H istory and Pol itics at Leeds Un iversity. LAT HAM , M. E. D. clo 450 A Beloit, Kensi ngton , Cali forni a, U.S.A.; Belmont and Hurst Sch.; Sept. '7 1; Lt./Wal. ; M.S. ; Sec. Chamber Orch.; 1st, 2nd Orch.; Choi r; Chora l Soc.; 2nd VI Tennis; 5th XV.

LE IGH, P. J. C. Ridge Co ttage, Wildernesse MOllllt, Sevenoaks; New Deacon; Sept. '74; Lt .fLux. ; Gym. Club; to Ashville College. LIDDELL, N. T. Dower Cottage, Roseacre Lane, Bearsted; Torrens; Sept. '71; Lt.fLux. ; Min. Sp' Col. for Tennis; 1st VI; Pros. occ. Mechanical Engineer. LINDSAY-WATSON, S. G. M. Tyler's Meadow, Castle Walk, Wadhurst, Sussex; Boa rzell ; Jan . '72; Lt.fLux.; Hse. Mon.; Leading Seaman (C.C.F.); Mother Courage; Drama; 2nd XV; retaking "A" Levels at West Kent College. LONGMIRE, J. D. 194 Send Rd ., Send, Woking, Surrey; Bury's Court; April '72; Pl./Lin.; Ch ief Waggoner, Haymakers ; Min. Sp. Co l. for Fencing; 2nd Xl Cricket Col.; to st udy Accountancy at South Bank Polytechnic. LUCAS, N. R. The Old Hall, Mappowder, Dorset; SI. Richard 's; Sept. '71; Riv./S. H.; 2nd XI Hockey; 1st VI Badminton; Capt. 2nd VI Tennis; to Loughborough University to study Banking and F inance. MADELEY, P. J. 18 Winterborne Ave., Orpington, Kent; Heathfield House; Jan. '71 ; Riv./Lin.; Hse. Mon.; Drama. MA INI, N. N. 14 Berwyn Rd. , Richmond, Surrey; Davies'; Sept. '73; Lt./Lux.; to Accounta ncy or Management. MATHER, D. I The Street, Bossingham , Nr. Canterbury; J,K.S.; April '7 1; PI./Lux.; Hse. Mon.; 2nd XV; to Wye College to read Plant Science. MAW HOOD , J. N. 20 College Road , Bromsgrove, Worcs.; J.K.S.; Sept. '71; PI./Ga l.; K.S.; Hse. Mon.; Trea s. Walpole Soc.; Cpt. (C.C.F.); Caxton Soc.; 1st, 2nd Rowing Col.; Colts' Judo Col.; Drama; to read History and Law at St. Catharine'S College, Cambridge, after a year in N igeria. MAY, K. R. The Hazels, Hearts Delight, Borden, Sittingbourne; Betteshanger; Jan. '72; M.; Pros. occ. Engineerin g. MILLS, R. P. 19 Station Rd., Cheddington, Leighton Buzza rd , Beds.; J.K .S.; Jan. '72; Riv./S. H.; Hse. Mon.; to SOllthampton Tech. College for an H.N.D. course in Ma rine Engineering. MINTO, Kirstie E. 26 Castle St., Ca nterbury; St. Stephen's College, Broadstairs; Sept. '74; G r.; Sec. Shooting Club; Ad Hoc Players; Drama; Mother Courage; Merry Wives of Windsor; to University College, London , to read Ancient History or Social Anthropology. MITCHELL, M. St. J. The Willows, 2 Fairlight Rd., Hastings, Sussex; Westerleigh; Jan . '74 ; Lt./Lux.; K.S.; Drama; Caxton Soc.; to Hastings Grammar School for" A" Levels. MOSS , A. Y. D. High Ha lden, Wilmslow Park, Wi lmslow, Cheshire; Arnold Lodge; Sept. '7 1; Pl./Lin.; Seh. Mon.; C.C.F.; Capt. of Rugby; 1st XV Rugby Col. ; 1st VIII Rowing Col.; Min. Sp. Col. for Judo; to read Medicine at King's College, London, and Westminster Hospital. MOSS, N. J. de V. Twccdhi ll Farm, Park Lane, Swanley Village, Kent; St. Michael's, Otford; April '72; R iv./Gr.; Choral Soc. MOYES, S. T. The Ga rden House, Darwin Rd., Birchington, Kent; Grenham Hse. j Sept. '71; M,; C.C.F.; Pros. occ. Medicine. MULLENDER, M. L. Coolbawn, Tydcombe Rd ., Warlingham, Surrey; Downside; Sept. '71; Riv./Gr.; Hse. Mon.; Colts' XI Col. NELSON, Amanda L. Ashby Cottage, Westbere Lane, Westbere; Simon Langton G.S .; Sept. '74; Gr.; Choral Soc.; Cho ir ; MOlher Courage; Caxton Soc.; Capl. Gi rls' Shooting; Capt. G irls' Tenn is (Girls' 1st Vl); Mixed Tennis VI; Girls' Hockey Xl; to read History at Westfield College, London. NICHOLL, S. G . 6 Ca nnons Mead, Stondon Massey, Nr. Brentwood, Essex; Westminster Abbey Ch. Sch.; Jan. '72; PI./Lin.; M.S.; 1st, 2nd , Chamber Orchs.; 1st XV; Pros. occ. Marine Photography. NOORMOHAMAD IAN, A. Kamma l Atutork , Kovi Gholestan, 49 West Nasjaran, Tehran, Iran; Shelton Agar Sell., Tehra n ; Jan. '75; S.H.; Judo Team; to school in the U.S.A. NORR IS, H. R. Pangbourne College, Pangbourne; Pallgbourne College; Jan. '74; Riv.jS. H.; Capt. of Hall; C.C.F.; Colts' Rugby, Hockey, Cricket and Ath let ics; to take "An Levels at Pangbourne College. 50

ORBACH, G. D. Southward, Rambledon Lane, West Chi it ington, Sussex; St. Edmund's Sch., Hindhead; Sept. '71; Riv./S.H.; Hse. Mon.; Capt. Cross-Cou ntry; 1st Cross-Country Col.; Vice-Capt. Athlet ics; 1st Athlet ics Col.; Murder iI/ rite Cathedral; Pros. occ. Cameraman for SOllthern Television. PENGELLEY, M. E. 73 MOllnt Ephraim, Tunbridge Wells, Kent; Yardley Court; Jan. '72; Riv.jWal.; to City of London Polytechnic to read Accountancy. PETRIE, P. J. S. Leigh Wood, Sandy Lane, Crawley Down, Sussex; J.K.S.; Scpt. '7 1; Lt./ Lux.; Hsc. Mon.; Sch. Mon.; Haymakers; Harvey Soc. Committee; Choir; Choral Soc.; Mikado; 1st XI Cricket-2nd Col.; 2nd XV Rugby Capt.; to read Medicine at Leicester University. P1M, R. S. Warren House, 38 Warren Rd., Bluebell Hill, Nr. Rochester; Wellesley House; Sept. '71; C.C.F.; 3rd XI Hockey; to read Marinc Biology at Swansea University. PROPPER, D. J. 12 Landscape Rd., Wariingham , Sm rey; Holmewood House; Jan. '72; Riv./G r.; Hse. Mon.; Sec./Treas. Photoglaphic Soc.; \st, 2nd Otchs.; ChOlal Soc.; Colts' Rowing Col.; Pros. occ. Doctor. RAGHAVJ I, H. A. P.O. Box 84722, Mombasa, Kenya; H.H. The Agakhan Sch.; Jan. '74; Lux,; 3rd XI Hockey; Bridge Team; to read Pharmacy at Brighton Polytechnic. RANDALL, M. J. Norma n Cottage, Morley Rd., Chislehurst, Bettcshanger ; Sept. '72; Lt./Lux.; Swimming Team; Min. Sp. Col. for WaleI' Polo ; Golf Team; 4t h XV; to read Economics at Excter University. RATCLIFFE, S. P. "Del Lago", George's Lane, Washington, Pulborough ; Salisbury Cal h. Sch.; Jan. '72; Riv.jS.H.; C.C.F.; Drama; Caxton Soc.; Pros. OCC. Underwriter at Lloyds. ROBERTS, J. Elaine V. Barn Cottage, Michelmersh, Romsey, Hants.; Godolphin Seh,; Sept. '74; Lin.; Drama; Choi r ; Choral Soc.; Gi rls' Choir; G irls' Hockey xr; to Westminster Tutors for Oxbridge. ROBERTS, J. C. V. Barn Cottage, Michelmersh, Romsey, Hants.; Christchurch Ca th . Sch.; Sept. '72; Lt./ M.O.; Choi r ; Chora l Soc.; Drama ; to read Econom ics at Queen Mary College, London. RODWAY, S. G. 52 T he Drive, Scvenoaks; J.K.S.; April '73; Riv./Gr.; Jazz Club; Choral Soc.; Orchestra; Band; Rowing Club; to Westminster Tutors. RUDIN, S. S. P. 7 Grange Gdns., Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzznrd, Beds.; Torrno\'e; Sept. '74; Riv./Sh.; K.S.; J. Colts' "A" XV; to Cedars Gramma r School for "A" Levels. SANDS, C. P. JO Hawes Rd., Brom ley, Kent; Westm inster Abbey Ch. Sch.; Apri l '7 1; Pl.jS. H. ; Hon. M.S.; Hse. Mon.; Sec. Cho ir ; 1st Orch.; Chamber Orch.; Chora l Soc.; Madrigal Soc.; G lee Club; to Theological College. SCOTT-MOREY, T. C. 87 Mt. N icholson Rd., Hong Kong; Friends' Centra l Sch., U.S .A.; Sept. '71; Riv./M.O.; Hon. Sen. K.S. ; Sch. Mon.; C.C.F.; Caxton Soc.; lst Col. in Rowing, Rugby, Athlctics, Judo ; Capt. of Shooting, Judo and Boats; Min. Sp. Col. in Basketball, Shooting, Gym.; Drama; Exhibition in Engineering at Jesus College, Ca mbridge. SEYMOUR, P. M. L. "Strathyre", Littlebourne Rd., Canterbury; Canterbury Cat h. Ch. Sch.; Sept. '71; M.; M.S.; C.S. M. (C.C.F.); Madriga l Soc.; Choir; Choral Soc.; Operatic Soc. ; 1st, 2nd Orchs.; Band; 4th XV; 2nd Xl Cricket; to work for D.P. SHERIDAN P. R. Av. Baron d'Huart 187, 1950 Kraainem, Brussels; Tonnore; Sept. '71; Lt.jLin. ; Hse. MO~l.; J.C.R. Committee; Drama; 1st X I Hockey Col.; 1st X I Cricket Col.; 1st At hletics Co l.; 1st XV; 1st VI1 Rugby Capt. ; to read Law at Southampton University. SM ITH , A. R. 24 Oak leigh Ave., Whetstone, London, N.20; J.K .S.; Sept. '71; Riv./Lin.; Hse. Mon.; C.C.F.; 2nd XV Col.; to Royal Free Medica l School. SMITH, Sarah J. Lyndon Hall , Lyminge, Folkestone; Ashford Sch.; Sept. '74; S.H.; Hse. Mon.; Senior G irl; Sec. Jun. Games Committee; Girls' Tennis VI and Mixed Doubles; Girls' Squash and Hockey teams; to read Biological Sciences at Imperial College, University of London. 51

SPENCER-PAYNE, J. R. 26 Capsta n Sq., Stewa rd St. , Londo n, E.14; Fonthill Sch. ; Sept. '73 ; Riv./Lin.Â· Colts' Xl Hockey; 2nd Xl Cricket; to City of London School fo r " A" Levels. ' STANLEY, C. K. 40 D evonshire Rd. , Dore, Sheffield; Westbourne Prep.; Sept. '71; Lt./Lux. ; Hse. Mon.; Capt. Cross-Country and 1st Col.; 1st Athletics Team; to read Medicine at King's College Hospital Medical School or Guy's Hospital Medical School. STANSFIELD, N. 1. Tigh Na Bruaich, Kirkhi ll, Inverness; 1.K.S.; Sept. '72; Lt./Lux.; K.S.; Athletics Team; attempting ent ry to Oxford , Merton College, to read Chemistry. STRONG, T. J. St. Alphage, Gossh ill Rd. , Chislehurst; New Beacon; Sept. '7 1; Riv./Wa l. ; Sch. Mon.; Capt. of School; J.e. R. Comm ittee; 1st X I Hockey Col. ; to read History at Un iversity Co llege, London. STRUTT, M. J. Bishop's L~~ge , Macclesfield Rd. , Alderley Edge; Canterbury Cath. Ch . Sch.; Jan. '71; LL/ M.O. ; Head of Waltmg Hse.; Hse. Mon. ; Leading Seaman (C.C.F.); e.S.M., Commandos; Choir; Choral Soc.; Glee Club; 2nd Orch.; 2nd X l Q'icket; 2nd XI Hockey Col. ; Capt.; to read Business Studies at University of Manchester. TAYLOR, P. M. Kingsdown, Millbrook, Jersey; Repton; April '72; Riv./M.O.; 1st Orch.; Band ; Jazz Club ; 2nd Orch.; to read Law at Goldsm ith's College, London. URY, D . A. P. 16 Daleham Gdns., Hampstead, London , N .W.3; Jan. '74 ; Riv./S. H. ; to The Hall, Hampstead. VAN BLOMM ESTEIN, M. D. 21 St. James Ave., Ewell, Surrey; J.K.S. ; Jan. '73; Riv./Lin.; Athletics Col.; Kent Athletics Team ; Cross-Count ry Team; to K.C.S., Wimbledo n, or N.E. Surrey Tech. College. VINES, A. J. R. Wallfield Farm, Pluckley, Nr. Ashford; Friars; Sept. '72; Lt./Gr.; Head of Military Modelli ng Soc.; C.C.F.; 2nd VI II , Cox; Judo Team; Ca pt. Sa iling a nd Min. Sp. Col. ; to study Town Planning at Chelmsford. VOHORA, B. P.O. Box 72463, Nai robi, Kenya; Na irobi Sch.; Jan . '75; Lux.; Hse. Mon.; 1st Tennis Col. ; J st Squash VI; to read Pharmacy at Brighton Polytechnic. WALTERS, N. J. e. P.O. Box 90680, Mombasa, Kenya; St. Mary's Sch., Na irob i; Sept. '71; Lt./ Wal.; Sch. Mon.; l.C.R. Committee; A Midsummer Night 's Dream; Merry Wives of Windsor; Mother Courage; 2nd XI Hockey Col. ; to read Economics and Accountancy at Edinburgh University. WARD, J. R. S. Bilting Court, Ashford; Canterbury Cath. Ch. Sch.; Jan. '73; M.; C.C.F.; Madriga l Soc.; Choral Soc.; to Had low College of Agriculture. WEBB, J. W. Field Top, G ravel Castle, Barham; King's College Sch.; Sept. '72; M.; C.C.F.; to read Computing with Statistics at Q.M.e., London. WEBB, W. F. 17 Parsons Green, London , S.W.6; Sussex Hse.; Sept. '75; PI. WHITSON, M. V. 58 Lyndhurst Drive, Sevenoaks; New Deacon ; April '71; Pl./Wa l.; C.C.F. WILKINSON, A. C. R. Church Settle, Wadh urst, Sussex; Holmewood H se. ; Sept. '7 1; PI./Ga l. ; Vice-Sec. Ki ngsweek; Cp!. (C.c.P.); Drama; to read Veterinary Science at Bristo l University. WILLTAMS, P. D. L. Kew Park, Bethel Town, Jama ica; De Carteret College, Jamaica; Jan. '72; R iv./Gal.; CpJ. (C. C.F.); 1st Fenci ng Col.; year otT in Jamaica, then University. WILLIAMS, R. J. F. Becon Lod ge, Broad Oak, Nr. Rye, Sussex; Windlesham Hse.; Sept. '71; Lt./M.O.; Sch. Mon.; Head of Hse.; Operatic Soc.; Choir; The Mikado; Pirates of Peuzallce; Jst Athletics Team, Col.; Capt. of Athletics; 1st Swimming Team ; 4th XV; to read Veterinary Mcdicine a t London Royal Vcterinary College. WOOD, A. W. 24 Stone Rd., Bromley; Tormore; Sept. '7 1; Lt./Lux.; to Kingston Polytechnic. WOOD, M. A. J. 14 Holmfirth Rd., Sea Point, Cape Town, South Africa; Diocesan Collcge, Cape Town; Jan . '75; Lin.; C.C.F., Commandos; Choir; Choral Soc.; Band; 1st Orch.; 3rd X I Hockey; to read English at Manchester University.

O.K.S. NEWS D. Sta iner (19J4 and Staff, J943- 58) is now living at Brandon in Sllffolk, where he says he feels very cut off from his Ca nterbury friends. His wife su ffers from arth ritis and they are unable to get about much. He gave news of D. G. S. Winters' death, and the sho rt obituary printed below. A charm ing picture appeared in the Daily Telegraph of Leslie Mitchcll (1920), RB.C. television's first announcer in 1936, with Dinah Sheridan who at 16 was wit h him on that fi rst programme. J. D. Handman ( 1925) has taken up the appoint ment of Res ident Engineer on the construct io n of a pipeline from Durban to Johannesbu rg, and is stationed at Malvern, just outside Durban. There was a very interesti ng article about P. M. Leigh-Fermor (1 931) in the Daily Telegmpl' magaz ine of July 30th. O. D. G. Barr (1 933) is not only a so licitor in Wisbech, but also Deputy Cha irma n of the Agricultural Land Tribu nal. Coroner for that area, a regular cont ributor of fishing art icles to Country Life, a Director of the East Midland All ied Press, author of A Family Way, wh ich he says "is st ill sell ing merri ly", and so on. Eviden tly a busy man. R. H. Prior (Staff 1939- 60) is now living in High Wycombe and teaching in a school there. There are now three O.K.S. serving in senior posts in the Foreign and Commo nwealt h Service: Sir Anthony Parsons (1930) is Her Majesty's Ambassador in Tehran , D. F. M urray (1942) is Her Majesty's Ambassador in Tripol i, Libya, and P. C. H. Holmer ( 1941) is Minister at the U.K. Delegation to NATO in Brussels. D. M. Ham ilton (1942) has been 25 years with the Mitchell Cotts Group, and is now Managin g Director of a subs idiary, Compania Ecuatorialla de l Te , in Quito, Ecuador. J. F. Dalrymple (1944) is now living in Caracas as Resident Representative of the Lloyds Bank International Group for the Andea n Region, and is the O.K.S. loca l secretary for Latin America- a wide area adm ittedly. E. K. Lewis (1949) is a Chartered Accountant wit h Mureo Petl'Olellln Ltd. , and recently found himself in Tripoli conducting an audit in English, French, and Arabic, with some Spanish thrown in. Whi le there he was very kindly entertained by Donald Murray, the British Ambassador, who sent his kindest rega rd s to a ll O.K.S. of his acquaintance. Lt.-Col. P. C. E. Creasy (1951) has been posted to England after 19 years in the Far East, where he says he has met O.K.S. "i n a coffee shop in Calcutta, a rubber estate in Johore, on a cricket field in Kedah, Malaya, and even in the 'gents' of the Roya l Hon g Kon g C lub", He now has a SOil in the School. A. M. J . Halsey (1953) was ordained in 1975 to a Clll'acy at St. Werburgh's, Derby, after two years' training at St. John's College, Bramcote, Notti ngham. Before that he had been 11 solicitor a nd ,company secretary. Dr. J. C. Harding (1953) is a Consult ant in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation in Bo urnemouth, and urges elderly O.K.S. not to join the "geriatric immigrat ion " into that town, but to be sensible and retire where they work. He is not fond of the N.H.S ., wit h its adm inistrat ive waste of time and money better spent on medicine. "To pay hi s taxes" he takes some of his holi day as M.O. on board Cunard ships such as â&#x20AC;˘. the new COllI/tess. R. M. B1ackall (1955) has left the Meteorological Office College where he was a lecturer, on post ing to one of the resea rch branches in the Meteorologica l Office H.Q. at Bracknell. He has offered to lecture at the School on any aspect of meteorology. P. B. Harding (1955), wit h the Australian Tourist Commissio n in Frank furt for fou r yea rs, has moved to Melbourne to be their Director of Corporate Planni ng there. A. J. B. Walker (1955) has moved in his computer career to Unilever, where he is in charge of three others doing statistical programming. Major E. A. J. Gardener (1957) is now at the Nat ional Defence College, Chesham. Major I. B. R. Fowler (1959) left the Sta ff College in 1974 and has since been working in an operat ional requ irements job at the Ministry of Defence which enta iled a lot of travel li ng round Europe and America. He has recently become Second- in-Com mand of the 1st Regiment, R.H.A., at Topcliffe Barracks, near Thirsk in Yorkshi re, where he and his wife would welcome O.K.S. callers. H. L. Foster (1960) has returned to England from his job in Malaysia. J have no news of what be does next. 5.1

F. J. D. Lambert (1960) has been Lecturer in History at the Latin America n Inst itute at Glasgow University since 1968, where C. F. Black (1960) lectures in the Modern History Department and specialises in Haly. A. J. Addis ( 196 1) is working as Group Representative for Barclays Bank in Indones ia, and li ving at Jakart a Pusat. B. W. Elvy (1961) qual ified as a Cha rtered Accountant in 1968 and, after a sa lly int o indust ry, ret urned to the same accounting fi rm of which he is now a partner, Hoby Pollock & Bell of Rochester and Sitting~ bourne. 1'. J. Shipp ( 1961), fo llowing trai ni ng in print ing and work with J. Lyons pri nt ing department a nd elsewhere, joined Cleveland County Council a yea r or so ago, and is General Secreta ry of their Tees-side Internat iona l Eisteddfod , and busy planning the next event in July. 1978. C. R. Davies ( 1963) is Assista nt Farm Manager at the Marcus Oldham Fa rm Management Centre at Geclong, Aust ralia. Hc has becn nine yea rs now in Austra lia and loves it, and has two chi ldren of seven and five. Lt. D.!'. R. Hews, R.N. (1 964) is working at the Ministry of Dcfence before leaving the Navy in Apri l to work in newspaper product ion. He has recently been in the air dircction frigate, H.M.S. L/ell/daff, with T im Osborne (1972) and paid vis its a ll round the world, includ ing Si ngapore, Bali, New Zeala nd for two months, Hawa ii , Panama and the West Indies. He met D. A. Whitaker (1971), living with his fami ly and managing a pub in Hong Kong; M. H. A. Lovatt (1944) and A. G. R. Willis (1934) bot h with the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank ; and in New Zeala nd , J. M. Draper (1957) and P. L. Munns (1962) now a doctor not far from Christchurch. J. A. Norwood (1964) li ves in Torquay and is Sales Manager of a sma ll company in the wine trade; he has been married seven years and has a small son aged two. W. S. Sampson ( 1969) has joined the T.A.V.R., the 94 (Berkshire Yeomanry) Signals Sq uad ron, and took a two weeks course at Catterick last autumn. R. A. K. Dinwiddie and R. J. E. I'age (197 1) were enabled by a grant from O.K.S. sources to take part in a Cambridge University Expedit ion to Nigeria, invest iga ting albinism in south-eastern Nigeria; it was very successfu l, and the result s will be publ ished in a medica l journal. H. Eng (1972) is now living in Si ngapore. S. J. H arrison (1973) came down from Cambridge in 1976 a nd is a Repetiteur at the London Opera Centre, which involves coach ing singers, accompany ing them, and some cond ucting as well. J. N. Punwar (1975) is at Oxford Polytechnic doing a B.A. course in Social Studies. L. C. D. Wcry (1975) is now living in Antwerp. Susan Graves (1976) is tak ing a one-yea r advanced secretarial course for linguist s at Canterbury, which involves short hand in French as well as English.

ENGAGEMENTS Clarke- Roscoe.- Gera ld L. Clarke (1941) to Gillian Roscoe. I'out- Powell-Brett.- Ia n Pout (1 963) to Ja ne Powell-Bret t. Dorward- M illican.- D r. John Dorward (1970) to Dr. Ishbel Millican. Barton- Kirby-Johnson.- Nicholas K. Barton to Deborah Clare K irby-Johnson (1 975). 54

MARRIAGES Elvy- Gisler.- Brian W. Elvy (196 1) to Ca rla Anna-Maria G isler, of Altd orf, Sw it zerla nd , on 2nd Jl)ne, 1973. Booker- Preece.- Peter Booker ( 1969) to Rachel Clare Preece, at Sout hampton, on 10th July, 1976.

BIRTHS Goddard.- To Muriel and John Goddard (Staff, 1957- 73), a daughter, Victoria Zoe, on 3rd OClober, 1976. Elvy.- To Carla and Brian Elvy ( 1961), a son, Phi lip James, on 31st July, 1974.

DEATHS Money.- On 1st Jan uary, 1977, Bruce Ernie Money (1903- 1907), aged 87. Winters.- In 1975, David George Stace Winters, C. n.E. (191 4- 19 16), aged 76. Fardell .- On 14t h September, 1976, Wilson (Bi ll) Fardell ( 1918- 1923), aged 72. C1egg.- On 28 th September, 1976, James Shields Clegg, A.C. A. (191 3- 1918- 1923), aged 7 1. Goskar.- On 18t h September, 1976, Tyrrell Adrian Goskar ( 1919- 1922), aged 71. De St. Croix.- On 14th August, 1976, Oli ver Hobson de St. Croix, aged 70. Hopewell.- On 29t h February, 1976, Anthony G ran t Hopewell ( 1920- 1924), aged 69. Sahbage.- On 15th J uly, 1976, John Morton Sabbage ( 1922- 1926), aged 68. Eustnce.- On 4t h October, 1976, Colonel Frank Alfred E ustace, O. Il.F., Roya l Marines (1920- 1922- 1926), aged 68. Goold.- On 10th Dece mber, 1975, Arthu r Ca nning Goo ld (1925- 1928), aged 64.

IN MEMORIAM

MALCOLM BOYLE and TOM ST ENN ING We we re sad to learn of th e pass ing in recent mont hs of two men who made substantial contributions to the School's music in the 1950' s. Malcolm Boyle, who di ed last Apr il , aged 74, was Director of Music at Kin g's fro m 1951 to 1954. Sometime organist of Chester Cathedral, he was a brillia nt keyboard playe r and he gave a memorable performance of the Pou lenc Orga n Concerto in Ki ng's Week 1953. Under hi s guid ance, the School Orchestra considerab ly widened its repertoire and his wo rk proved to be a firm foundation for those who succeeded him . Tom Stennin g died in December aged 88: he had a dist ingui shed ca reer as a n Army bandmaster, but he will be best remembered by O.K.S. as a kindly and expert clarinet teacher both here and at Milner Co urt. It is interesting to note that a 1956 progra mme lists him as a member of the orchestra for the first K ing's producti o n of the Mikado in King's Week that yea r. D.S .G. 55

O.K.S. GOLFING SOCIETY King's competed for the th ird time th is ycar in the Cyril Gray Tournament held at Worplcsdon from 24 1h~ 26t h Junc.

For the benefit of the uninitiated th is is a Public Schools' Six-a-sidc tournament for the over-fift ies, run on sim ila r lines to the Halford Hew it t. It is open to the 32 schools who joined the Ha lford Hewitt as compet itors when that tournament was doubled in size for the second time. It is pleasing to repo rt that the "o ld men" did well , and that we won through to the fi nal, beati ng on the way Berkhamstcad, Glenalmond, Ca nford and L iverpool. In the final we were beaten by Epsom after a good siruggle. The fo ll owing took part in some or all of the matches: G. YOllng, R. Grindal, G. Carter, S. Lucas, J. Sandeman Allen, R. Carden and I. Aucott.

The temperature did not go below 90 degrees during the five rounds. We played in 2t days, so that it became a test of physical endurance as well as of golfing skill! In the three years in which we have competed, we have reached, respectively, the third round, the sem i-final and the final. Let us hope that this progress ion will cont inue, and also that this small success wi ll encourage some of our younger members who play in the far more illustrious Halford Hewitt Cup compet itio n itself. IAN AUCOTT.

CANTUARIAN LODGE No. 5733 At the October meetin g held at Ma rk Masons' Hall the Lodge welcomed David James Wa rd (Marlowe, 1966--71) as a new member. We wish David many happy years of Freemasonry and in pa rticular as a member of his Old School Lodge. David now joins fellow contemporaries Godfrey Kent, David Sinclair and Peter Suchet and we are very pleased indeed to have these younger O.K.S. in the Lodge.

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We look forward with pleasu re to the December Meet ing, which wi ll give us the opporlllnity of welcoming Robert Maxwell Mi lls (Schoo l House, 1945- 49) as a new member of ou r Lodge, and which will give him furt her and more frequent opportun ities to meet fellow contemporaries such as Keith Lewis, David Dela hay Jones, John Lock and Fred Norton . A vis it to Tripol i during J une for internal audit pu rposes gave Keit h Lewis, the Sec retary of the Lodge, the opportunity to meet and enjoy the hospital ity of H.M. Ambassador to Libya, Donald Murray (Grange, 1938- 42), a fellow member of the Lodge, and hi s charming wife. A sw im in the Ambassadorial Poo l, fo llowed by an excellent dinner shared in very pleasant company made a most welcome change from having to lead an internal audit team consisting of American and Spanish oil compa ny representatives and having to audit the books and documents of the French consortium partner written in both A rabic and French ! As Keith Lewis cannot converse in Span ish, neit her reads nor speaks Arabic, and was furthermore advised at School to drop French in the interests of a ll co ncerned , we can only still await the fu ll and correct story as to whether or not this audit ever reached a satisfactory and successful concl usion 1 Ca ntuarian Lodge meets at Mark Masons' Hall , 40 Upper Brook St reet, London, W. I. , on the fourth Thursdays in February and October, the first Th ursday in December, and the first Mond ay in May (insta lÂˇ lation) each year. Additionally, Trienn ia l Meetings a re held during the summer months in conjunction wit h the Sister Lodges, The Old Lawrenlian No. 4 14 1 a nd T he Old Dovorian No. 5647, each Lodge tak ing its turn to hold the meet ing at the respective schools. Membership of Cantua ria n Lodge is open to all those who were educa ted at the School, to Masters, Governors and Officers of the School (in all cases both past a nd present), and to Fathers of O.K.S. and of boys still at the School. Addi:ionally, there is reciprocal membership wit h all those similarly connected wit h the King's School, Parramatta, New South Wales. The Lodge Secretary is Keit h Lewis (School House, 1946-49) of 16 Daryngton Drive, Perivale Park , Greenford, Midd lesex (Telephone: Home 01 -578 4167; Office 01 -349 9 19 1). Please contact h im, or Ian Gollop (the Housemaster of Lattergate) or any other Lodge member you may know, should YOll requi re any informat ion. We should be only too pleased to hear from you and meet you, and to help you in any \Ioay and as far as possible.

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BERRY.

(Top) SI. AUGUSTINE'S BRILLIANTLY RESTORED BY WILLIAM BUTTERFIELD, from a pdnt

by L. L. Rale, 1847 (Bottom) ST. AUCUSTINE'S AT ITS LOWEST EBB, from a print by T. Hastings, 1813

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ST. AUGUSTINE'S "M r. SOlTI nel' says, August ine the monk, the Apostle of the E nglish, obta ined from Ethel bert, the first Christ ian ki ng of Kent, a certain piece of ground, on which, wit h the king's help, he built this a bbey, and dedicated it to St . Peter a nd Sf. Pau l ; but St. D unsta n afterwards ded icated it a new, to the honour of thC3C a postles, a nd of St. Augustine, in the year 978; a nd from thence it was ca lled 5t. August ine's." Som ner and Gostling, both King's Scholars, a re right to use language of biblica l simplicity about this "certain piece of grou nd " fo r the King's boy who now walk s from somewhere near the school shop (where August ine was fi rst lodged when he reached Canterbury), through the Precincts, out by Quen ingate, and so to St. Augusti ne's (where August ine was buried) wi ll , whethe r he is aware of it or no t, traverse the patria rchal ground of civilised Engla nd . Everyone who takes pride in sharing the most ancient ed ucational t radition of this country wi ll understa nd the pleasure which the school's expansion into S1. Augustine's has brought. To make th is pleasure more in formed- if necessary- is the purpose of this very potted history. To found two ecclesiastica l establishments of prime importa nce wit hin, probab ly litera lly, a stone's throw of each othe r was asking fo r trouble, a nd Christ C hurch and S1. August ine's became "envious rivals" without delay_ T he one had the Archbishop, the ot her the ravollr of the Popes (broad ly speaki ng), but for a century a nd a ha lf S1. Augustine's domi nat ion was ensured by its monopoly of burials. T he present groundMpla n possibly preserves even Roman arra ngements, and certainly all the ea rly archbishops a nd royal personages followed the custom: a n umber of identified sites may be seen by a nyone who has ten m inutes and te n pence to spare. Buria ls brought substantial money through cbarges and pilgri ms' gifts, a nd Sf. August ine's grew in power. Among the Abbey's attractions which the modern mi nd can apprec iate better were the books sent by Pope Gregory to St . August ine himself (the Gospels brought by Corpus, Cambridge, to the Archbishop's enthronement may be survivors) ; they were kept behind the principa l altar- primitiae Iibrorllll1 totius ecclesiae AlIglicanae as one of the monks proudly descri bes them. T he eleventh Archbishop, Cllthbert, broke the undertaking monopoly by the gen ia l dodge of keeping qu iet a bout his death (as it were) a nd getting buried in the cathedral. When the "simple A bbot" ca me over to fetc h hi m as was the custom it was too late. Stra nge though it seems now, th is incident ushe red in a period of more balanced power. Strong abbots rivalled the a rchbishops- having direct access to the Popes, the right to episcopa l ornaments a nd , rather usefully, the r ight to m int money- and strong a rchbis hops managed to assert themselves vis a vis the abbots: bu t neit he r Christ Ch urch nor St. Augustine's was now o bviously the senio r pa rtner. T he seeds of Sf. Augustine's decli ne came with the murder of Becket a nd the tremendous economic advantages which Christ Ch urch derived subseq ue ntly- money in bodies, aga in. T here seems to have been some poetic j ustice in this as the Abbot, Clarembald, was implicated in the knights' pla ns. However, so strong was the Abbey's pos it ion, a nd so eagerly d id it respond to the Ch rist Church challenge, tha t the ensuing period was that of its greatest (but inward ly debi litat ing) magnificence. Of the build ings that remain in more than vest igia l fo rm the sple nd id Great Gate was fin ished by Abbot Fyndon in 1309the seeds of decl ine took a long time to sproul. To Becket's shrine cou ld be opposed SI. Augustine's hospitality, a nd right up to the D issolut ion it was St. August ine's wh ich had the honour, a nd expense, of royal a nd even imperial guests. Ma nuel l)alaeologus the Byza ntine Em peror came, in 1400, and so did Henry VIII , who doubtless cast a shar p eye round, on several occasions, even as la teoas 1536. A glimpse of a less grand transaction may be of interest to recent Ox bridge ca ndida tcs- " John, Abbot off Sayot Austens" is writing to the Prior of Christ C hurch : "My dewte beyog presupposed, I commend me unto your fa therhod, he rtely desyring yow tha t yff ye do send a ny scolers be a new eleccion to Oxford after Easter, to show yowr favour to one off your subjects whos fat he r ys my servant, namyd Rychard K nyghte, so that he be as abyll as other of your subiects as to lernyng with good behavyour." Alas, Rychard d id not ma ke it- at least, his na me does not a ppear in Dr. E mden's 15th century lists. T he yea rs immediately preced ing the D issolut ion of 1538 saw the Abbey r un down fina ncially and in nu mbers, yet the intellectual vigour of its prime was not wholly extinguished. T he learned John Twyne, whose headmastership forms one of the links between the mediaeval Can terbury school a nd the postReforma tion King's School, lodged for many years "within St. Austin's" and was o n terms of friendship with its last two officers, John Foche the A bbot and John D igon the Pr ior. T hese two, a nd Dean Wotton of the new Founda tio n at Christ C hurch, propound a nd eriticise a number o f Twyne's ideas in a conversation which const it utes his book De Rebus A/biol/icis. To Foche, the senior of them, usually fa lls the last word. It is interest ing (and, considering what their destination m ight have been, vexing) that a ft er 1538 Twyne obtained a IHlmber of books from the Abbey library; eventually they fo und their way to Corpus, Oxford. 57

(Top ) A GENERAL VIEW OF THE ABBEY AND ITS GROUNDS (St. Martin's Church in the distance), from a print by the Bucks, 1735. Ethelbert's Tower fell in 1822, with help from a battering-ram. (Bollom) THE COURTYARD AFTER BUTTERFIELD'S RESTORATION, from a print by L. L. Raze, 1847. T he buildings on the left (Tradescant) a nd the central conduit are additions, the Library with its external staircase, a nd the Chapel (right), a re restorations a nd reconstructions

SI. Augustine's monastic demise is linked with the school by anot her curious fac t. The Abbey having been handed over quietly, indeed abjectly, its occupa nts were treated kindly : all were pensioned, and Foche himself was allowed to retire on his ÂŁ133 a year to Sturry Court, once a dependency of the Abbey and now our Jun ior School. It was a generOllS sum- about nine times the s<l lary allotted to the headmaster of the new King's School. As soon as the King became possessed of the Abbey he demolished the redunda nt po rtions- the monks' quarters a nd the church- and adapted the rest to hi s own use as "the King's House". Today the Gateway, the Hall , the Chapel, the Li brary, and the ga rden of Broughton survive, or represent major parts of this royal resi dence. 111 1564 E li zabeth I gave the house to Lord Cobham, and it was during his ownership that she stayed there for a fortnight in 1573, having been welcomed at Christ Church by a Latin oration from the seni or King's- or, as he probably then was, Queen's- Schola r. Some of her meals would have been prepared in the remarkable hexagonal kitchen whose outl ine can be seen east of Tradesca nt. By 1612 St. Augustine's Palace, as it had come to be known, was a possession of the Wotton family, and lady Wootton's Green, with its intrusive "0", has been a reminder ever since. As a street name thi s is fa r outdistanced in a ntiquity by Old Ruttington Lane, however, and Queningate. These, together with the lane at the back of Tradesca nt, led from King Ethelbert's palace to St. Martin's Church (as a glance at a map will show) and there is little reason to doubt tha t the names ("Dnltting" or "Drlltning" being an old Germanic equiva len t to "Queen") record Queen Bertha's pious com muting of nearly 1,400 years ago. With the Wottons, and the name Tradescant, we pic k up a King's connection which those interested may follow up in the account given elsewhere in this issue. Through the Wottons, St. August ine's came into the hands of the Hales fami ly. In 1660 came its last royal occasion, when a t the Restoration K ing Charles J I spent several days there after landin g a t Dover. The first of them was St. Augustine's Day, 26t h May: a pleasin g bit of chronological tid iness. The principal Ha les res idences were elsewhere, and over the yea rs St. Augusti ne's decl ined and decayed, probably being even treated as a quarry when the great Hales mansion (on the hillside above Birley's) was being bu ilt towards the end of the 18th centu ry. This operat ion impoverished the fa mily, and in 1802 a n Act of Pa rl iament sa nctioned the alienation of the St. Augustine's property. The pri ncipal purchaser was a certa in John Hill , who paid ÂŁ 1,750 for, more or less, what the school occupies now ; and a William Goldfinch got the rest for 1,000 guineas. Both these enterprising men were King's School parents, be it noted! Some yea rs previously a n old King's Scholar, Wi lliam Carter, had secured a part of the grounds for a public-sp irited venture- the erection of the Kent and Canterbury Hospital. Th is building was pulled down last year, and a publ ic garden is being planted. The Schoo l might well ma rk its link s wit h these sites by a gift of trees. The years that followed these acqu isit ions a rc dubbed in all the accoun ts of St . August ine's as "The Years of Desolation" or even "Desecration ". The reason was the development of the area as an "amenity complex", rather naturally centring on the beer whieh was brewed on the premises. As owner, John Hi ll was merely consolidating what had a lready been done by tenants. "The rest of the house is let to a person who keeps a public house, and is fitted up for such customers as choose to spend their time there", says Gostling snootily; "The great court-yard (is) turned into a bowling-green, the fine chapel into a fives-court, with a skittle-ground near it; and the great room over the gate (is) a cock pit." Something for everybody: but Mr. Hill and Mr. Beer (anot her King's pa rent who had joined him) expa nded the scope considerably. An account of the place in about 1830 is given in The Auto-biography of a Mall of Kellf, whose cheerfulness keeps breaking in on the de rigue/lJ' lamentat ions: "At the time I am writing of, St. Augustine's monastery was desecrated to the purposes of a brewery-such are the base uses to which some of the noblest buildings which man can erect are subject to- a nd the ga rdens adjoining, the resting pl ace of nuns and monks, ... were used as a bowling-green and tea-drinking place for the plebeians of Ca nterbury. St. Augustine's brewery! . .. I can say with much pleasure (that) many a draught have I had of the good home-brewed beverage manufactured under its sacred roof. A part of the original building was used as a fives-court .. . I have seen some good matches played there .... Fireworks, balloons, and the Blondin of those days attracted crowds of Canterbury lads and lasses, and the old people as well , (who were) quite as much delighted ... as the young." J ust what Canterbury needs now, in fact. A little later, in 1834, occurred one of our King's School might-have-beens (pace logic). A surviving counsel's opinion, by John Bell of Street End House, discusses the suggestion that "it might be a considerable advantage to the Public that the King's School shd be removed from its present Situation near the Green Court to the ground behind the Gates of tile Ant ien t Monastery efSt. Augustine" . And not to the Public only, for "an open and a iry play ground wd be obtained for the Boys with good School Rooms & Masters' Houses and the Old Gates so great an ornament to the City might be ... kept in repair, ... and near

enough to the Cat hed ral" . Despite all these sensible argument s in favour of the idea the fina l advice was again st, for the " new site belongs to a Lunat ic" and the lega l difficulties of the transfer meant that it cou ld " only be done by Act of Parlia ment". T he unfort un ate owner was Mr. Hill's grand-daughter, his K.S. son havin g died young. It is not known who procured this opinion but it is likely that it was George Wallace, the Headmaster appo inted in 1832. Perhaps he had the encouragement of Dr. Russell , his former headmaster at Charterhouse and a cano n of Cantcrbu ry, for the Dean and Chapter, who were not officially aware of the schcme, could hardly have been kept in ignorance. Wallace did not get St. August ine's, but he did later build " the New Kin g's School", our present Library, to replace the mediaeva l Almonry in the Mint Yard. Ten years la ter Bell was proved correct, for it took three pri va te Acts of Parliament before A. J. Beresford Hop~ beca me the owner of tha t "elegible Freehold Property (compris ing) a Brewery, ... the Old Palace Pubilc HOllse, ... Gardens, Trap G reen, Fives COllrt, Shoot ing Gallery, Pav ilion , Bowli ng Green, etc .... ad mira bly ca lcula ted for the erection of a School ... ". Beresford Hope pai d ÂŁ2,020 for the Hill properly (evidently an age of stable prices), and what he did wit h it may be read in our account of Broughton, a little later in this iss ue. The Missionary College of St. August ine, in build ings most sensi tively restored and extended by the later famoll s William Butterfield, only just failed to celebrate its centenary. fn 1942 bomb damage compelled its closure, and a fte r the war it was felt that a Central College of the Anglican Communion was more likely to meet the needs of the time. In 1969 the bu ildings began to be used by theologica l st udents of King's College, London, a nd ou r readers probably have a n in kl ing of who is there now. May it last anot her 1,400 yea rs.

BROUGHTON AND TRADESCANT What the new SI. Augustine's houses should be ca lled was a quest ion debated with much energy and some sense. Most people agreeing with Mr. Shandy rather than with Jul iet about the importance of the matter, they clung tenaciollsly to their own tutelary favourites. In the end the names of two King's Scholars were chosen, each worthy to be commemorated in his own right and each hav ing clear links with SI. Augustine's. We hope before long to publ ish in Th e Callfl/oriol/ more comprehensive accou nts of thcm than is poss ible in this issue, but even the brief sketches that fo llow I11<lY fill one or two gaps ill our readers' knowledgc.

THE TRADESCANTS Both John Tradescants, fat her and so n, were remarkable men; and wh ilst strictly the hOllse ta kes its name from the son, a King's Scholar, some notice is ta ken in these liberal days even of King's parents, a nd so a more elastic interpretation is in order. After the surrender of St. August ine's Abbey to Henry VIII the bui ldi ngs were turned into a royal residence : the church was pulled down ancl splendid grounds were laid out- the lovely chequer-work wa ll in Brought on ga rden dates fro m Ihis time. They extended over the whole site of 16 acres, including what is now Chri st Church Co llege, H.M . Prison, and the old Hospital gardens. Their care and improvement demanded the foremost hort icult ural expertise of the day, so when early in the J7th centu ry they were in the possession of the Cec il family their Hatfield man, Mr. John Tradescant, kept an eye on things at Ca nterbury. He seems to have spent a good dea l of time in East Kent for he a lso acted as "cons ulta nt" to Sir Dudley Digges at his new Ch ilham Castle: and this led directly to a cha racteris tic Tradescan t enterprise, the voyage of discovery in quest of new plan ts and "A ny thing that is strang". Tradescan t had a lready ventured by proxy into Virgin ia, taki ng a ÂŁ25 share in an ex ped ition of .I6J7 largely financed by Kentish , and indeed Canterbury, men. The plant now known as Tradescalliia I'irgilliollfl was a mino), but lasting return. With Si r Dudley D igges he now, in 1618, went in person on a "Via g of Ambusad" to Russia. His account of the journey, of what he saw a nd brought back both by way of new pla nts and general curiosit ies for hi s expanding collections. is in the Bodleian Library at Oxford , the University wh ich a lso fina lly. received the Musaeum Tradescant ian ul11 "unj ustly sunk in the name of AshmoJe". From th is Russian voyage he returned with the la rch, as well as a number of lesser plants, and some Es kimo artefacts collected in Greenland by an offs hoot of the main exped it ion. Tradescant's home was now at Canterbu ry, with Lord Wotton at "St. Augustine's Pa lace", and in 1619 his eleven-yea r-old son first a ppears in the roll of King's Scholars, signi ng for his a ll owance in a beaut ifu lly clear hand. We do not know whet her he boarded at the school or lived at home despite his fat her's absence, for the elder Tradescant spent the

greater part of 162 1 on another voyage, thi s time to the Mediterranean lands. When he could be spared from gunnery against the Algerian corsairs, the official ta rget of the expedition , he collected the pirates' " apricockes", their gladio li , and from elsewhere ell route the horse chestnut also. The Musaeum gained as well "a Cowes tail, fro m Arabia" and objects from Jtaly, Turkey, and the Holy Land. In 1623 the elder Tradesca nt entered the serv ice of the Duke of Buck ingilam at Newhall near Chelmsford, and it is likely that John left King's at the same time, althollgh his name appears in a Scholars' roll of 1624- lhe record may be of a payment in arrears. Bes ides supervising the Newhall ga rdens, Tradesca nt acted as general assistant to the Duke, and accom panied him in 1625 to Paris to the wedding, by proxy, of Charles 1 and Henrietta Maria. He took the opportunity to add to his collect ion " little Jeffreyes boots", which the dwarf Jeffrey wore when he lea pt from a celebra tory pie, and to meet aga in the French King's gardener Robin. The false acacia, the robin ia, proba bly grew from a Tradesca nt seed. On the way back he und o~lbted ly revis ited Canterbury, for the Royal wedd ing-night was spent at St. August ine's, in the Gateway Chamber! In 1625 or 1626 Tradescant moved to an estate in South Lambeth, leased from the D ean and Chapter of Canterbury. It was here that his collect ion, great ly augmented by the you nger Tradescant in his turn, beca me not only the most extensive in Europe but, more im portant, the first accessible to the general public. " Tradescan t's Ark" was recogn ised as a unique educational asset of the capital, "of a ll places in England best for the improvement of children in their educat ion, because of the va riety of objects which daily present themselves to them , or may easily be seen (at) Mr. John Tradescant's". This was not a Tradescant "puff"there was no entry fee-but the professional view of a practising schoolmaster (probably enlightened by the ideas of the great educat ionist Comenius). Still in Buckingham's en tou rage Tradcscant sailed with the 1627 F rench expedition , perhaps not fully appreciated: "winter comes on apace and John Tradescant is one of (our) best engineers- pity ou r misery." The expedition failed but Tradescant came back wit h the poppy and the scented stock- one wonders what did grow in England before his time! After Buckingham's assass ination Tradesca nt appears to have been occupied at his Lambeth property- the ground s had been developed to be the premier nursery garden of the coun try- but in 1630 his career was crowned by hi s appointment as Keeper of His Majesty's Ga rdens, in rea li ty to superintend the Queen's palace grounds at Oat lands, near Weybridge in Surrey. John seems at this time to have acted as his fa ther's ass istant, and there is some ev idence that it was he who firs t culti vated the pine-apple in this country, at Oat lands. At the same time the Lambeth "A rk " and ga rdens continued to flourish, and to acquire a Eu ropea n reput ation. A list of the pla nts which cou ld be seen there was ava ilable from 1634- P/antarum ill Horto lohmlllis Tradescallti lIascentilll11 Cala/oglls, It shows 55 d ifferent kind s of plum , and the rest is in proporti on. John the Elder died in 1638 and hi s son was appointed to succeed him at Oatlands. How much time he spent there is difficu lt to assess. That some maintenance went on even during the Civil Wa r is proved by a Parliamentary order for the payment of ÂŁ20 to him, he having asked for ÂŁ40: but it was probably more prudent 10 take what was goin g. The true Tradesca nt tradition was carried on in the th ree voyages which the younger Tradescant made to Virginia between the yea rs 1637 and 1654. Although he acq uired rights to 100 acres of land there the real purpose of the expeditions was again the gatheri ng of new plants and " rarities". Two only ca n be men tioned- the remark ably mimic Passion flower, and the mantle of "Pohata n, King of Virginia", fat her of Pocahontas. The contents of the Lam beth Ark were by now great ly in need of comprehensive cataloguing, and to thi s Tradescant, who, after all, had had a good educat ion, applied himself in the 1650's. In 1656 was published the first catalogue of the first public museum in this country : Musaelll1l Tradescamianum: or, A Collection of Rarities preserved al SOlltll~Lambeth nee/' Londoll By Jolin Tradescfll1t. The work is dedicated to the President and Fellows of the Royal College of Physicians, an ind ication that Tradescant thought of the co llection as a mea ns of advancing serious knowledge and not as a peepshow. Another King's boy, the great William Harvey, had been elected to the presidency in 1654, and it may be that this influenced Tradesca nt when he pondered the ded ication- he mi ght even have kn own that yet another Canterbury boy Linacre, had founded the College! The book has engravings by Wenceslaus Hollar, a friend of Tradescant's, and prefi xed to it are fo ur pieces of verse, two Latin and two English, in which the characters of the two Tradesca nts are convi ncingly caught. The whole book is of great interest: a facsim ile is kept in the school archives. The uned ifying ta le of the muddle or bad faith which after Tradesca nt's death in 1662 attended the transfer of the Tradesca nt collect ions to Elias Ashmole (who later bestowed them on the University of Oxford where, in the Ashmo/ean Museum, what remains of them may nowadays be seen) ca nnot be set down here. Those interested IllUSt await our projected article, or consu lt The Tradescallls, Mea Allan , Michael Jose ph 1964, a very readable account of this attractive pioneering pair. There are, or were, copies in most house libraries.

WILLIAM GRANT BROUGHTON " His life ought to have been written long ago in full detai l" said Henry Bailey, second Warden of St. August ine's College, sometime in the J 880's. He was writing a pamphlet in the S.P.C. K. series Mission Heroes, Bishop Broughtoll of Australia, part ly in homage to the man to whose advocacy the resurgence of St. Augustine's as a centre of missionary religious education was due. To the best of our knowledge the remark still stands: what fo ll ows is the sketch of a sketch. Brought on was born at Westminster in 1788, the year, searchers out of coincidences will note, in which the first convict transports sailed fo r Botany Bay. His father " held a lucrat ive and confide ntial a ppt. under Govt. more immediately connected who ye Department of the Ld. Chamberlain in wch. he was honoured by ye esteem of ye late Mqs. of Salisbury" but the fam ily seem to have been hard up all the same. As soon as the boy was old enough to qualify, a claim was made on hi s behalf for one of the Heyman scholarM ships tenable "by poor Schola rs of the Founder's kin" at K ing's. These benefactions, the oldest after the King's Scholarships themselves, are sti ll in demand, even though their monetary va lue, unchanged through centuries, is now tr ifling : but in Broughton's day they were tanta mount to a free education, at schoo l and at Cambridge. He was appo inted to one in January, 1797, and became a boarder with the Revd. John Francis, the Second Master. At Christmas he was elected K ing's Scholar, so one might have thought that financia lly his education was secure: yet shortly before his death he wrote to his mother, a propos of entertaining one of the Cecils, "I could not help th inking how st range is the course of events which brings one of that family to my house; and I thin k that my having the honour of bei ng able to receive and entertain him on terms of equa lity, may law fu i1y grat ify you, and make some little return for the exertions and sacrifices which you a nd my dea r father made to give me ed ucat ion" . The Head master, Christopher Naylor, reported that "Broughton had what St. Paul calls 'a merry heart'," a n ambi guous remark in the mouth of one whom "we respected but did not love". "In sp ite of his lameness", says one who knew him at school, " he was always full of fun and frolic-quite a boisterous playmate". We have come across no other reference to this lameness, a materia l handicap during his Austra lian work, one would have thought. After five years his King's Scholarship terminated (Christmas, 1802) but he remained at school for anot her two years. Perhaps it is to this period that his remark a bove applies. It would certainly have been justified if he had had to vacate the Heyma n award as well , and th is is possible: a stronger cla imant to Founder's ki n had the right to supplant a more distant one perempto rily. There is the cha nce for some research here, as well as into another slightly curious episode : the date of his leaving the school was at the time recorded as May, 1804, but was many years later, "at the request of the Bp. ", amended to December, 1804. It is usually sa id that he gained an exhibiti on to Cam bridge at this stage, but was unable to make use of it as it was insufficient. There is no record of such an award from the Schoo l Feast Society, and the malter must remain doubtfu l for the present. We do not know how Broughton occupied himself in the years 1 804~ 1807, but in the latter year he obtained a clerkship in the Treasury of the East Ind ia Company. The Marquess of Sa lisbury and a dista nt (Heyman) kinsman, John Nairn , acted as guarantors. By 1813 he had left Ind ia House, determined on Camb rid ge and ordinat ion. He returned to Canterbury to resume his studies, and presumably lodged agai n with the Francis fa mily, for we know (Gilbert's Reminiscences) that Francis arranged mathemat ics lessons for Broughton and two K ing's boys "but' without Rev. C. Naylor's knowM ledge". The clandest ine lessons were given by a youn g Cambridge don, fo rmerly a King's Scholar, Henry John Hutchesson. Tt is a tribute to Broughton's personali ty that Hutcllesson remained a lifelong friend and supporter, endowi ng eventually a va luable scholarshi p at Sf. August ine's specifically for Broughton's purposes, and that the same is true of George Gi lbert, another of the trio, who bequeat hed his entire for tune to St. August ine's . It is even possible that the news that Broughton had founded a school in Aust ralia, The Ki ng's School, Parra matta, st irred the remain ing member of this little group into starting Marlborough Co llege- at any rate Charles Eaton Plater did just that. 1n 1814 Broughton received one of the Feast Society Exhi bitions a nd was able to proceed to Ca mbrid ge, to Pembroke Hall. He graduated with distinction, 6th Wrangler, in 1818, and to make the year more memorable he was ordained and he married. His bride was Sara h Fra ncis, eldest daughter of his ol d master, so perhaps his Canterbury sojourn was not ent irely given over to mathematical exercises. He was appointed to the curacy of Hartley Wespall, in Hampshi re, very near the Duke of Wellington's seat of Strat hfieldsaye, a geographical accident that shaped hi s ensuing life. The fi nger of prov idence a1so, perhaps temerariollsly, adva nced the fearsome Dr. Keate of Eton to be Broughton's rector there, but it is su rely to this that we ca n trace Broughton's friendship wit h Edward Coleridge, the Eton master who, more than anyone, was to bring about the rehabilitation of St. Augustine's, At Hart ley Wcspa ll Broughton 's energy and scholarliness brought him to Wellington's attention. In 1828 he was appointed to the Chaplaincy of the Tower of

London but within a few mont hs " his Grace sent to acq ua int me that the Archdeaconry of New South Wales was vacant .... Within a few days I proceeded to Strathfieldsaye, and was admitted by the Duke of Well ington to a n interv iew during which he to ld me that, in his opi nio n, it was impossib le to foresec the extent and importa nce of the co lonies to which he had drawn my attent ion. His sagac ious mind was d irected to all possible events that might arise . .. in those colon ies; and he added 'They must have a Church' .... T his was spoken with that degree of energy and good sense wh ich dist inguished every word that fe ll from his lips." Brought on accepted the post. He arrived at Sydney in September, 1829, to face this task: "There were eight churches and twelve clergymen in New South Wales. Melbourne was un inhabi ted, and South Austra lia was in a simila r sta te. In Va n D iemen's Land there were four ch urches a nd six or eight clergymen. (One man a lone) had plu nged into the da rkness of New Zealand .... Imagine your own Archdeacon (t hi s was spoken at Barnet in Herlfo rdshire) having one chu rch at St. Alba n's, anot her in Denmark, another at Constant inople, while the Bishop shou ld be at Calcutta . .. . I n point of fact no huma n st rength could bear the toil". I n his firs t fi ve years Broughton visited a ll the sett lements wit hi n his purview, a nd did what he could to encou rage the build in g of churches and schools. He a lso directed attenti on to the needs of the Aborigines, a nd projected a gram ma r of their la nguage. But it was ev ident that without substantial help from Engla nd . in money a nd tra ined men, nothing effectua l coul d be done, and in 1834 Brough ton returned home to press the appea l. 1n September he attended the Feast Society'S Anniversary D inner, at the Foun tain l-lotel in Ca nterbury. He was sp ied, whi le yet in the st reet, by the Duke of Well ington who was one of the guests. " He is a superio r man" sa id the D uke, and fetched hi m in hi mself. "The healt h of Archdeacon Broughton hav ing been proposed, the venerable Archdeacon sa id he had been lo ng absent from his nat ive land, and been round the world ; but noth ing could erase the recollection of-nothi ng seve r his connection with, the King's School at Ca nterbury-(applause) . .. He had been placed at the head of Christianity in a country where education was unk nown-he spoke of New South Wales; and it was part of his duty .... " Unfort unately ou r newspaper cutt ing is incomplete, but it is known that Broughton told the gathering of his foundation of the Parramatta school. a nd of his nami ng it the Ki ng's Schoo l after his own. Broughton's appea l to the country to face its responsibilit ies met with a good response, and the sum of ÂŁ13,000 was eventually placed at his disposal. T he number of clergy was doubled, and Broughton himself was consecrated fi rst Bishop of Australia. In 1835 he was again at Canterbury, preachi ng the Anniversary Sermon; in it he returned to his theme of the importance of o rthodox educa tion. He returned to Aust ralia in the spring of 1836, a nd redoubled his efforts. He bui lt churches-sometimes helping with his own hands-visited, preached, fo ught for the pre-em inence of the Church of England. There were tussles in the Legislat ive Cou ncil o n this last poin t, when somewhat surprisingly the Bishop's opponents included the Governor, Sir George G ipps, a nother King's Scholar. Broughto n carried the day. All the ti me he was conscious of the need for morc trained men, and of the impossibility that Austra lia shou ld produce them qu ick ly enough, and in suffic ient numbers. His letters to his friends in Engla nd are a lmost despairing. Th us to Edward Col eri dge : "The ex tremity to which I am reduced th rough wa nt of clergymen is truly hea rt-rendi ng .... I am willi ng to wo rk , and do work, I believe, harder than a lly cura te in the king's dom inions, but without proper inst ruments it is impossible to do the work req ui red . . . . Is it rea lly impossible to fi nd among the young grad uates ... some du ly quali fied and will ing to engage in o ur serv ice?" Or agai n "Pray do yOUi' best to bring about under some suitable direct ion or o ther the des ign of a sem inary in which students may be tra ined for the sac red office in the Colo nies." Broughto n's li fe-as perhaps most others-conta ins a number of arrest ing co incidences, but none more strik ing tha n that at th is very juncture a rich man had bought hi mself an abbey wit h only a vague idea of how it might come in handy. The ma n was A. J. Beresford Hope, the a bbey St. Augusti ne's whose "walls which once resounded with the solem n chant a nd swell ing ant hem now (1843) re-echo the wild, fie ndish revelries of the bacchanalian 01' the maddening curse of the gamester." T he racket subsided in the following year, when Beresford Hope became the owner of this "elegible F reehold Property", but what was he to do wit h it? His frie nd, Edward Coleridge, knew : did Beresford Hope "mean to give his site for a missionary college"? He had not any such definite idea but by the end of the year, 2nd December, J 844, he wrote to Coleridge lOSt. Augustine's is yours" . Victorian energy brought the fu ll scheme into operation in less than foul' years, and on 29th Ju ne, 1848, the restored and amplified bui ldi ngs were ina ugurated as the Missionary College of SI. Augustine. "Had Bishop Broughton not ... written his bu rning words of entrea ting appeal St. August ine's ... wou ld not have been called into bcing" is the judgement of the hi storian of the College. The Church which the D uke of Wel lington had decided the colonists "mus t have" cou ld now be planned on the appropriate sca le, a nd Brought on's energy a nd intellectua l power were devoted to the task. Also hi s money, fo r the establishment of new Austra lia n el ioceses meant more bishops to be paid: Brollghton oO'creel to forgo half his own salary for this pur pose. A q uarter was accepted, but " Let 110 ma n think me

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I have just been a journey of [,500 miles, occupyi ng more than three mon ths, and I ough t to start !o.morrow. 11 ca nnot, must.not go o n". T he burden had to be shared, and in 1847 the req uisite subdiVIS ion of the vast Sydney diocese took place, Broughton becoming Metropoli tan of Austra lasia. A matter which now engaged his attention was the relation of the developing Australasian Church with the cen tra l aut horities at home. I-lis ideas crystallised in a scheme of self-government we ll ahead of its time and closely resembl ing present practices. In August, 1852, Broughton sailed once more fo r England, to present his proposals. agalI~

After a terrible voyage via Panama d uri ng which yellow fever carried oIT "the captain, the pllrser, an engineer, and seven or eight men," and during which Broughton's "self-sacrificing devot ion ... won the adl ~lira t ion of everyone" he landed at Southam pton on 19th November, 1852. Bya Brollgh tonian coinCi dence this was the precise day of the D uke of Wellington's funeral- a blow to his hopes of enli sting that powerfu l ally on his side. Broughton himself suffered a colla pse of healt h, scarcely surpris ing in a ma n of .risi ng 65, and spent some weeks in unwonted inactivity. He rall ied, and began his programme of canvass mg and negot iation. But ea rly in Febr uary, while he was staying in Lo nd on wit h Lady G ipps, wid ow of hi s fe llow Ki ng's Scholar, he was again taken ill. He died on Sunday, 20th Februa ry, 1853. Broughton's nat ional standi ng, and hi s love for Canterbury-he had said that "from Ca nterbmy he had derived all that he prized in Iife"- made it fi tting that he should be buried in the Cat hedral. " On Saturday, Februa ry 26t h, (t he body) was borne ... into the Cathed ral, ... the Masters and the fifty Scholar.s of the King's Schoo l, in their surplices, preced ing the body; the Fellows and Students of SI. Augustme's College closing the long li ne of mourners". The Wa rden of St. August inc's and Edward Coleridge were among the pall-bearers. A memoria l fu nd was quick ly subscri bed, having among its objects the endowment of a Broughton scholarsh ip at SI. August ine's and of Broughton prizes at King's; a nd a monumenta l effigy was set over his tomb. The inscript io n begins " In hac ecclesia inst itutus pue,," (words which sank into the mind of Wa lter Pater, then a new boy of th ree weeks' stand ing in the schoo l, to reappea r in Emerald Uthll'art) and closes with the words which are said to have been Broughton's last: "The earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lo rd, as the waters cover the sea". The commemoration of this great man's name by King's at SI. Augustine's is surely singula rly apt. P.P.

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