i)rttritt. Vol. XXV.
CHRISTMAS, 1929.
No. 263.
School Letter. It is a well-known fact amongst editors that, when the time comes to compose the usual School Letter, the term, seems singularly devoid of events of importance which deserve special mention here. We cast our minds back over the term, only to find that it has been just like any other Christmas term—hot and cold, damp and dry, by turns. in September we manfully scrape our knees on the hard, cracked earth of the rugby field; in November we surge through a sea of liquid mud in our efforts to gain possession of a slippery, sodden ball. No doubt our forebears wrestled or fought or amused themselves in divers ways and under similar conditions in 627 A.D. during the Christmas term, and no doubt the editor of that day scratched his head with his .stylus, as he pored over a bare tablet, endeavouring to recall and record the events of the past term. Moreover, however generous in other respects people may be, when the worried editor asks for information on any point, they rub the backs of their heads and say : " Oh, yes, I remember; wasn't it wonderful or awful or curious," or whatever the suitable adjective may be. But information or even elucidation—no; they shut their mouths and resolutely refuse to grant any but the most obvious details. Therefore we desire that, if bored by reading this, ex-editors may recall their own difficulties when in the same position, and that others may consider the circumstances and restrict the fire of their criticism accordingly. This term the usual pastime4 and recreations have been followed out. In the football field, unfortunately, we have been unable to maintain the high standard reached during the past two or three seasons, but the form shown by the Coltspromises well for the future. With regard to the O.T.C., Certificate A has passed away for another year, though we are still in a state of suspense as to the final results. The Library has been opened for general use again this term, and so far has functioned well. There are five Librarians and five sub-Librarians, who are on duty six days a week to issue books. Beyond grousing that books cannot be taken out at any time whatever, which is only to be expected, no really adverse criticism has yet been heard. In conclusion, may we offer a hearty welcome to P. K. Bourne, Esq., who has joined the staff in the place of Mr. Tendall.
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Oxford Letter. The Old Peterite Club, Oxford, 2nd December, 1929. To the Editors of the " Peterite." Dear Sirs, Eheul fugaces Postume, Postume Labuntur anni This is beyond all shadow of doubt the most hackneyed quotation of all that can be found. But, sirs, the years glide on and with their passage there may not have escaped your notice a change in the tone of these letters. First came the dewy springtime of innocent happiness to the Freshman's heart, in which, with quotations from Matthew Arnold on his lips, and high ambitions in his bosom, he gazed on the bright new world of eager activity daily unfolding before him. Next came the burning summer of sophistication, which saw him plunge whole-heartedly into the maelstrom of worldly pleasures. Rising late, he fared forth with sybaritic calm to the Super," where, over his morning coffee, and between innumerable cigarettes, he bandied with his contemporaries the piquant gossip and the more piquant jest of the days. During the afternoon, stretched out in a punt or an'armchair, he ate lotos; over his evening we draw a veil, only hinting that it supplied the reason for his late rising ! Now, alas, behold him in tti,3 winter of his discontent. Disillusioned and satiated, he look:: back on a wasted youth, and forward, on his Final Schools, looming ever larger and nearer. Working in feverish spasms, yet realising the rarity of all knowledge, he knows not whither to turn for consolation. The pleasures of the past turn to ashes in his mouth. The world stretches before him arid and hopeless. To you, Sirs, with your wonted benevolence, these are as naught, to us at the moment, oppressed as we are with both past and future, yet, Sirs, for your sakes N. R. Dobree (Balliol), Vice-President, is to be congratulated on again representing the 'Varsity in the Relays. He has changed his " digs " to the great regret of the Secretary, who had no small difficulty in finding him. F. A. B. Pacey (Keble), Hon. Secretary, has retired from the world of politics, and is regularly to be found in the Library of the Union. He finds the chairs there very conducive to his afternoon nap.
599 A. G. Moore (The Queen's), Hon. Treasurer, is to be congratulated on obtaining a 2nd Class in Mathematics Moderations. He is now proceeding to the study of philosophy and economics. H. H. McGoverne (Lincoln), we hear, is to take the part of the witch in the O.U.D.S. production of " Macbeth." He has been known to attend history lectures. J. S. Fryer (Wadham) is captain of Wadham Hockey Club, and, as such, is entitled to distinction. Otherwise he wears a harassed expression which betokens much study. H. B. Jeffares (Exeter) is very elusive and we know nothing whatever about him. J. N. Bamforth (Merton) has an excellent head of hair, and looks very becoming in his scholar's gown or postmaster's uniform ! C. F. Williams (B.W.C.) is a model of respectability and spends much of his time in showing the Secretary the error of his way. He is a hospitable soul, with a great objection to being called " Mister " in the Oxford O.P. Letter. J. C. Yates (St. Edmund Hall) has ro ,A-ed a good deal, and the authoritites of his college Boat Club speak highly of his prowess. He lives miles out of Oxford, though not. quite in Cambridge! Ii. A. Patrick (Balliol) achieved the honour of a Freshman's Trial for " Rugger," and is therefore to be congratulated. Already he looks a typical undergraduate. The Club was able to welcome as a visitor to one of its meetings G. M. Curtois, of Guy's Hospital. G. B. Robinson, of St. John's, Cambridge, also paid us a visit. J. C. Rodgers has been seen in Oxford wearing a black hat of Chelsea style and origin. J. G. Troop continues to brew, and E. G. H. Mack to teach. We remain, Sirs, Yours faithfully, THE OXFORD OLD PETERITES.
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Cambridge Letter. King's College, Cambridge, December, 1929. To the Editors of the Peterite. Dear Sirs,— It is once again our pleasant duty to record the many and varied activities of " O.P. 's " in residence at Cambridge. That these activities are many and varied we know, but when it comes to details we find members a little slow at giving accounts of their respective stewardships. Perhaps it is a sense of modesty, perhaps of shyness, or even perhaps of shame that fosters this reticence, but such facts as we have gleaned are here set down that present members of the " royal and ancient " school, who intend following in our footsteps, may get something of the " spirit of University life " (we quote a distinguished predecessor) of which they hear so much. Let us first as in duty bound consider our honourable President ; E. G. B. Atkinson (Christ's) has been working—working really hard. He has an examination in the course of a day or two, and we feel sure that by the time this appears in print, he will have emerged triumphant. We understand he has taken exercise of some sort, but we are not sure what. B. B. Bridges (St. Catherine's), our oldest inhabitant, is, we are sorry to say, leaving us at the end of the term. He, too, has been working, and hopes before long to become a graduate. We wish him every success in this attempt, and in his further efforts at Guy's, where he is to carry on the medical tradition. He has on several occasions played Rugger for the Yorkshire Can -tabs. G. B. Robinson (St. John's) has played throughout the term for St. John's 1st XV. with conspicuous success. Has he heard of Baldock ? A. H. McCowan (Christ's) is a very keen Rover Scout. Whenever we call on him we find his rooms full of other members of this " gang," in their fearsome looking garb. He has rowed a good deal, but his chief characteristic is the magnificence in which he lives. His rooms are at once the admiration and envy of other members of the club. D. V. Hewitt (King's) is another of the palace dwellers. It is quite possible to get lost in his rooms. In order to penetrate to his lair, it is necessary to go through two ante-chambers and five doors, a matter which has seriously worried some of his visitors. As a result of this he is somewhat shrouded in mystery. He has been heard to bellow loudly in chapel, and he may even work, but he has so much warning of one's approach, that he usually manages to conceal this fact. •
6o i J. D. Fergusson (St. John's) has never shown his face since Guy Fawkes night, but this is probably due to the second M.B., which he takes this term, and for which he is doing a lot of work—a matter of 10 hours a day we are told. He has also played for St. John's 1st XV. at full back. G. P. Easten (St. John's) is another member who has vanished. Perhaps his well-known leanings towards conjuring account for this. However, though we do not see him we know that he exists, because on him depends to a large extent the pealing of Great St. Mary's bells, which we hear at odd times. He is also an enthusiastic oarsman, rowing in the Lady Margaret 1st Lent boat. N. H. Sutcliffe (King's) has clone great deeds in cross-country running. Having performed creditably in the Inter-College race, and gained a place in the Freshmen's contest, he has been running regularly for the 'Varsity second team, and occasionally for the first. We congratulate him on his second team colours, and wish him every success next season. W. G. Hutton (Peterhouse) has been playing Rugger for his college. He is a medico, and may be seen any day going to lectures, etc., with a load of books and other impedimenta almost worthy of a wheelbarrow, or handcart. He is thinking of inaugurating pedal cycle races, and has already purchased the latest model racing bicycle. C. G. Rob (Caius) is another budding doctor, and consequently finds it necessary to work. He was seen out on Guy Fawkes' night, but again, perhaps, " 'nough said. " He has played Rugger for the Caius Wanderers. R. G. Bullen (Queen's) has three pastimes—Hockey, at which he plays for Queen's ; Squash Rackets, doing great things for The Jesters ; and Chess. He finds that natural sciences claim the remainder of his time, and complains of overwork. C. N. Parkinson (Emmanuel) is very rarely seen. How he spends his time is quite unknown to us. He has joined the O.T.C., and he also rows. Perhaps he is another worker. G. N. P. Crombie (St. Catherine's), after a sojourn amid the barbarians of Wales, is again among his old friends. He is reading law, has played Rugger for St. Catherine's 1st XV., no mean achievement, and intends touring with the Yorkshire Cantabs. May we say in conclusion how very interested we all are in the school, to which we owe so much, how very eagerly we follow its activities, in every branch of work and play, and how very sincerely we wish it, and all its members, the best of luck in all their endeavours. We remain, Dear Sirs, The Cambridge Old Peterites. 2
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Sandhurst Letter. R. M.C. , Sandhurst, Camberley, Surrey. Dear Sirs, Since your pages have long been subject to a screed from the Universities concerning the activities of such Old Peterites as have qualified for a life of perpetual ease and smirking cynicism, surely it is time that a similar screed was published from those that have qualified for a life of hard work and undiluted materialism. Far be it from us to deride that homogeneous set of the world's thinkers, so aptly termed the "University type," to the edification of that heterogeneous set of the world's workers, so rightly termed GENTLEMEN cadets. But it will be appreciated by all who read your excellent journal, that whilst thinking by day and revelry by night may have its merits, hard work by day and rest by night undoubtedly has its virtues. And whilst thinking may be good for the mind, hard work is certainly good for the soul. Further, it is open to question if the University type is :" Pure and bright and in his natural spirit gay." But your Gentleman Cadet is certainly "as pure of mind but formed to combat with his kind." So this, the letter of those who work by day and rest by night, is presented for your edification. C. L. Troop (4 Coy.) has been awarded his rugger blue. He has played for the R.M.C. in every match this year as wing forward and upon occasions as three-quarter. He is listed 3rd in P.T. for his company, and plays squash, otherwise his life is beyond reproach. Very occasionally he is to be seen in town. Works hard. H. 0. Stibbard (3 Coy.) has been awarded his half blue for cross-country running—a particularly odious form of exercise, to which he is addicted. The B.S.M. has been heard to mention his name on Battalion parade—a sin which in R.M.O. life is slightly worse than murder in civil life; and it is rumoured that he did a puttee parade once this term, but will never do another one. Works hard. T. B. J. Eveleigh (1 Coy.) is listed seventh in squash for the battalion, plays squash and squash and squash. Sings in the choir to avoid Church Parade, plays Snooker on Sunday, and has the finest limp in the battalion, which is the result of assiduous practice, and excuses him battalion parade. Works hard.
603 C. D. 'Trimmer (1 Coy.). This particularly retiring gentleman is very reticent—but with difficulty we are able to divulge that he plays rugger for his company, especially in away matches at any regiment possessing an officers' mess. Has played rugger for B League, when his company never lost. He has indulged in his first and avowedly his last puttee parade. Occasionally spends a comfortable week in hospital and is sometimes seen in town. Works h ard. And that, gentlemen, is the complete issue. The neat little epithet attached to the end of each individual's character is one which will be willingly presented to any Old Peterite or otherwise, who works twelve hours a day, does drill, P.T. and equitation, plays rugger, attends six lectures a day, and manages to do private study as well. If it seems that m e have forgotten the " maintenance of the objective," remember we wield a sword better than a pen. We remain, Sirs, Yours, THE SANDHURST OLD PETERITES.
Inter-House Cricket. Clifton Manor Day Boys
Day Boys Clifton Rise
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In the final, the School House met the Day Boys, who had somewhat unexpectedly defeated Clifton Rise in the previous round, and beat them by eight wickets. The Day Boys batted first, in very poor light, against the bowling of Perry and Williams. The former bowled Harrop and Powell while only 13 were scored. At 23 Wellington was bowled by Williams, but meanwhile Cameron was playing himself in nicely. Perry proved too much for Holgate and Fearne, and the score stood at 34 for the loss of five wickets when Wiseman joined Cameron. Both began to hit, though Wiseman did not inspire his side with as much confidence as Cameron. The latter made some delightful drives, including one six with the best shot seen during this series of house matches; in his 59 were one six and ten fours. Wiseman also hit one six. Bullen bowled Wiseman at 86,.,and Williams disposed of Cameron at 98. The innings closed for 114.
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Next day the School House started their innings, Hutton and Williams being the opening batsmen. The runs came at a steady rate until Williams was caught at 44. Draffan came in and opened his score with a four and two sixes off his first three balls. Together these two hit off the remaining runs comparatively easily. Scores:— DAY BOYS. C. Wellington, b Williams E. A. Harrop, b Perry E. A. Powell, b Perry A. K. Cameron, b Williams E. EIolgate, b Perry J. Fearne, c Hutton, b Perry H. Wiseman, b Bullen B. N. O. Gosden, c Hutton, b Bullen R. Harwood, c and b Williams V. W. G. Musgrove, not out R. A. Carlton, c Pawle, b Williams Extras
4 3 8 59 4 0 14 5 3 3 8 3 Total
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Total (for . 1 wkt.)...130 R. G. Bullen, N. W. D. Yardley, H. Prince, R. C. H. Crosthwaite, P. M. Perry, S. S. Pawle, C. H. Prince and B. V. Rhodes did not bat.
Duke of York's Camp. This year we were represented at the Duke of York's Camp by D. Gray and P. M. Perry. They had better fortune as 'regards weather than the O.T.C., for at New Romney only the Sunday was wet, on which day all were confined to the huts. The whole organisation of the camp was extremely good in all respects. The gauzes, which were played in the morning, were up to their usual standard, both from the point of view of amusement and also of fostering the team-spirit. Bathing in the sea, which was conveniently near, was indulged in after all games and in the afterThe amusement tent more than noon; it was most refreshing. served its object and made the evenings short. Of particular
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interest was a lecture by Sir Henry Segrave, which included lantern slides of racing cars from 1914. On the Thursday the Duke came down, dressed in the camp uniform of shorts and a cricket shirt. The chief event of his visit was the camp relay race, which provided much amusement to all spectators, though many of the competitors found themselves older than they thought they were. On the last day the 400 campers started for the cross-country race, over a course of about two miles. This event concluded the camp sports, after which, all went down to the beach, where there was a bonfire and fireworks to be let off. After this a pillow fight between the sections and groups, though not officially organised, put the finishing touch to a week which opened the eyes of all campers to the fact that all did not live under the same conditions nor enjoy the same chances in life.
Football. First XV Fixtures. Date.
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.. •• Sat., Oct. 5 .. Bradford A Sat.. „ 26 .. Leeds Grammar School Wed., „ 30 .. Northumberland Fusiliers •• Sat., Nov. 2. . Durham School Sat., „ 16 .. Mount St. Mary's College .. Sat., „ 23 .. Giggleswick school •. Sat., „ 30 .. Worksop College Wed., Dec. 4 . .Northumberland Fusiliers Wed., „ 11 ..Yorkshire Wanderers .. .. „ 14 .. Ampleforth College Sat., . Wed., „ 18.. Old Peterites ..
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.. Home .. 44 12 .. Home • • 6 .. Away .. 8 3 ..Home 5 .. Away 5 8 — .. Away 11 .. Home — • . Home Cancelled. ..Home . Cancelled. .. Home .. Home
Football Retrospect, 1929. As it was only too obvious at the beginning of the season that we were going to have a team well below the average, we are not very disappointed with the results. Although we were out-weighted and out-paced by every side we met, we only suffered one heavy defeat, Bradford "A"—and that at the very beginning of the season before the team had had a proper chance of getting together. The forwards deserve a special word of praise; for although they have always played against heavier packs, they never had an unequal share of the ball and have made some very good rushes, which have often saved the side. Unfortunately the three-quarters did not take the chances given them by the forwards and there was no one who could make an opening or seize an opportunity.
6o 6 CHARACTERS. J. N. Thompson, Captain.—A sound and very hard-working forward. Must be congratulated on the sporting way he has taken all the defeats. R. C. H. Crosthwaite.--A sound scrum-half, both in attack and defence. C. C. Houghton.—A very useful and hard-working forward, although he often forgets that the ball can be taken forward with the feet. H. A. Butler.—A good forward who can seize an opportunity. With more weight ought to be very good next year. W. McC. Scott.—A forward who started the season poorly but improved as the season went on. W. Allport.—A sound centre three-quarter. Brilliant tackler, always brings his man down. P. M. Perry.—A centre three-quarter who is sometimes good. L. C. Hatt.—A fly-half who can make an opening but with insufficient pace to finish it off. B. V. Rhodes.—A sound forward, but light. Good tackler. M. B. Watson.—A greatly improved wing three-quarter. V. W. G. Musgrove.—A fast and much improved forward. Ti. Wareham.—A very hard-working forward, both in attack and defence. J. B. Doyle.—A very useful but light forward. H. Webster.—A wing three-quarter who is better in the attack than defence. H. Wiseman 1 Both have played full-back for the XV., though this is not really their position. P. N. Avery I SCHOOL v. DURHAM SCHOOL. Played at York on Saturday, November 2nd. A very even game resulted in a victory for Durham. Though the school ground was not in a very soft condition, the play was chiefly among the forwards and, since our opponents were somewhat heavier, they had the better of the game. Between the back divisions of both teams there was little to choose; the defence was excellent, but in both teams there was little or no real attack. The School kicked off, and the first few minutes of the game saw the School pressing. However, the heavier Durham pack pushed the School gradually into their own half and kept them there for the greater part of the half. The Durham forwards were heeling the ball very cleanly, but their backs did not make full use of their opportunities. The School backs handled in rather clumsy
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fashion, but did not suffer very seriously on this account. Towards the end of the first half Pawson scored a lucky try, which Smeddle converted. During the second half Durham were in the main on the attack, and at times came very near scoring. However, the School managed to keep them out, and on more than one occasion almost scored themselves, Crosthwaite being particularly unlucky in this respect. The forwards were playing well and stood up to their more than fair share of work. Avery at full-back brought off some exceedingly good kicks and was very useful in relieving the forwards. There was no further score during the half. It was just the difference in weight between the two scrums which turned the game in Durham's favour. Durham School, 5 pts. ; School, nil. Score :— Team :—P. N. Avery ; H. Webster, W. Allport, P. M. Perry, M. B. Watson; R. C. H. Crosthwaite, U. C. Hatt; J. N. Thompson, C. C. Houghton, H. A. Butter, W. Mc, C. Scott, L. Wareham, B. V. Rhodes, J. B. Doyle and H. W. Scatchard. SCHOOL v. MOUNT ST. MARY'S. Played away on Saturday, November 16th. The ground was soft in places, but this did not hinder the backs of both sides from making some good movements. There were some periods, however, during which they were loath to part with the ball, thus causing the forwards undue work: Our opponents kicked off, but a. scrum in the centre gave the ball to our three-quarters, who carried it into our opponents' twenty-five. However, after about five minutes' play, a good run by the Mount three-quarters, started by their full-back, resulted in the wing scoring in the corner. The try was converted with a very fine kick which just cleared the bar. For the remainder of the half play was very even, both sides making attacks, chiefly by forward rushes, but no score resulted. During the second half, play went in favour of the School, but they were unable to score. On two occasions they were on the point of scoring, only to be pulled up for a knock on or forward pass, due to getting ahead in eagerness when waiting for a pass. Mount St. Mary's nevertheless defended well and kept the ball out. Their forwards made sonic good rushes into the School's half, but their three-quarters made hardly any dangerous movements. The kicking of both sides was good; the School made several attempts to score from free kicks, but all fell short. Final score :— Mount St. Mary's, 5 pts. ; School, nil. Team :—P. N. Avery; M. B. Watson, W. Allport, P. M. Perry, H. Webster; R. C. EL Crosthwaite, L. C. Hatt; J. N. Thompson, C. C. Houghton, H. A. Butler, W. Mc. C. Scott, L. Wareham, J. B. Doyle, L. Wareham and V. W. G. Musgrove.
6o8 SCHOOL v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL. Giggleswick beat the School on Saturday, November 23rd, by 8 points to nil. The match was played at Giggleswick. The ground was exceedingly muddy, which caused the three-quarters to have little to do beyond falling. Our opponents scored their first try very early—after only five minutes' play—through Turner and Little converted. Afterwards play continued evenly though both sides attempted breakaways, only to be held by the opposing forwards; these movements were greatly hampered by the sticky mud. Towards the end of the half Baird got away and scored after a good run; the kick, however, failed. Giggleswick made several ineffectual attempts to score, but half-time came with the score still at 8-0. On the resumption both sides pressed hard and play centred round the half-way line. The school forwards then took the ball into the Giggleswick twenty-five, but failed to push the attack home. Then Giggleswick attacked and were temporarily held by a freekick which was given against them. However, shortly afterwards they were awarded a free-kick, but, from a line-out, Watson broke away and carried the ball to the Giggleswick twenty-five. Then Giggleswick got possession and took it away. They pressed hard during the last few minutes, but the School were awarded two freekicks, which relieved the pressure. Almost on time Giggleswick crossed the school line, but the try was disallowed, being carried over. Final Score :—Giggleswick School, 8 pts; St. Peter's, nil. The team was :—P. N. Avery; H. Webster, W. Allport, P. M.. Perry, M. B. Watson; C. Hill, L. C. Hatt; J. N. Thompson, C. C. Houghton, H. A. Butler, W. Me. C. Scott, J. B. Doyle, V. W. G. Musgrove, L. Wareham and B. V. Rhodes.
Second XV Fixtures. Date.
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Sat., Oct. 26.. Leeds Grammar School 2nd XV .. Away .. 6 14 Sat., Nov. 16. . Mount St. Mary's College 2nd XV . Home .. Cancelled. Sat., „ 23.. Giggleswick School 2nd XV .. Horne .. 6 3 Wed., „ 27.. Drax Grammar School 1st XV ..Away 23 Sat., „ 30..Worksop College 2nd XV .. ..Away .. 3 19 Sat., Dec. 14.. Ampleforth College 2nd XV .. Away . 2nd XV v. LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2nd XV. Played at Leeds, on October 26th. A good game resulted in a win for our opponents. Leeds pressed at first and scored from a penalty goal, but later the School carried the ball away and Wiseman, with a fine kick, converted from a penalty which had been allowed us. However, Leeds took the lead again with the third
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penalty of the match. At the opening of the second half the School played really well and Dowson scored in the corner. The kick failed. Shortly after Leeds scored from a breakaway and then scored again in quick succession ; the latter try was converted. The School were defending when time came. Score :— Leeds Grammar School, 14 pts. ; School, 6 points. The team was as follows :—H. Wiseman; P. W. Arnold, A. C. Mackintosh, P. 0. Dowson, E. Davenport ; H. W. Metcalfe, G. Hill; A. C. H. Raw, J. R. Mawer, C. 0. Daintry, V. W. G. Musgrove, J. Fargus, C. H. Prince, E. F. Williams and J. G. K. Henderson. 2nd XV v. GIGGLESWICK 2nd XV. This match, played on the School ground, resulted in a win for the School, after an exceedingly even game. A strong wind made kicking difficult, and a heavy shower towards the end of the first half caused the ball to be slippery. The School kicked off and at first our opponents pressed. Eventually, owing to a kick which, on account of the wind, failed to make touch, Giggleswick scored, but failed to convert. The School settled down better after this and a rather scrappy rush resulted in Huzzard scoring; this was not converted. Play became scrappy on account of the wet ball, and no further score resulted up to half-time. In the second half the School forwards got well together and played exceedingly hard. The Giggleswick backs were disorganised through one of them being injured, but their forwards were stubborn. An excellent rush by the School forwards enabled Henderson to score in the corner. The kick again failed. Giggleswick tried hard to score again, but the School forwards were on top and stopped them. Final score:— School, 6 pts. ; Gigglewick, 3 pts. The team was :—H. Wiseman; A. C. Mackintosh, P. W. Arnold, P. 0. Dowson, J. V. Huzzard; R. Ogley, H. W. Metcalfe; A. C. Raw, J. R. Mawer, C. 0. Daintry, J. Fargus, H. W. Scatchard, C. H. Prince, E. F. Williams and J. G. K. Henderson. 2nd XV v. DRAX 1st XV. Played at Drax, on Wednesday, November 27th, and resulted in a victory for the School by twenty-three points to nil. The ground was hard and the game exceedingly poor and scrappy. The School were out-weighted in the tight scrums, but, in spite of this, and also the fact that Drax played five three-quarters, it made little difference. The School had much the better of the game and, except for one or two individual rushes, were in their opponents' half almost continuously. The scorers for the School were Fargus (3), Metcalfe, Mackintosh, Dowson and Huzzard. The kicking was poor, only one try being converted, by Daintry.
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The team was :—H. Wiseman; A. C. Mackintosh, P. 0. Dowson, P. W. Arnold, J. V. Huzzard; C. Hill, H. W. Metcalfe ; A. G. Raw, J. R. Mawer, C. 0. Daintry, J. Fargus, H. W. Scatchard, C. H. Prince, E. F. Williams and J. G. K. Henderson. 2nd XV v. WORKSOP COLLEGE 2nd XV. Played at Worksop, on Saturday, November 30th, and resulted in a victory for Worksop by 19 points to 3. The ground was very much harder than that to which the School had been used, and it took some time for them to get used to it. In the forwards the School more than held their own, but the backs were greatly outpaced. Our opponents' backs were exceedingly quick to take any opportunity offered them and their handling and picking-up was exceptionally sure. From the kick-off the School pressed, and after ten minutes' play Metcalfe ea through in brilliant fashion and Mackintosh scored in the corner; the kick, however, was not successful. Following this Worksop pressed and were rewarded with a try which was converted. Both sides pressed after this, but half-time came with no further score. In the second half the superior pace of their backs began to tell and a series of breakaway tries were scored. The forwards played well together, Fargus, in particular, being good in the line out. There was a tendency with the wing three-quarters to try to turn in when held up instead of making for the corner flag. Metcalfe brought off some useful Ricks which saved the forwards greatly. Final score Worksop College, 19 pts. ; School, 3 pts. The team was.:—P. N. Avery ; A. C. Mackintosh, P. W. Arnold, H. W. Metcalfe, J. V. Huzzard; C. Hill, - P. 0. Dowson; A. C. Raw, J. R. Mawer, C. 0. Daintry, J. Fargus, H. W. iSatchard, J. G. K. Henderson, E. F. Williams and W. L. Seaborne. •" A " TEAM v. RIPON G.S. This match was played at Ripon. The ground. was hard and a fresh wind helped the School in the first half. The game itself was disappointing and scrappy, and the School team did not nearly come up to expectations. Ripon kicked off and the School at once took up the attack. After about ten minutes' play a good threequarter movement resulted in Watson scoring for the School; the kick, however, did not succeed. After this, the standard of the School's play deteriorated, and Ripon scored three times, converting one of these tries; before the end of the half. Shortly after the opening of the second half, Ripon scored again and this early success tended to dishearten the School. Throughout the rest of the game Ripon had matters much their own
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way, though Rhodes scored for the School after a fine effort by Mawer. During the second half the team was disorganised owing to Draffan being injured. Ripon G.S., 28 pts.; School "A," 6 pts. Final score :— Team :—P. N. Avery ; M. B. Watson, W. D. Draffan, W. Allport, H. Webster; P. M. Perry, C. Hill ; W. Mc. C. Scott, H. A. Butler, B. V. Rhodes, J. B. Doyle, J. G. K. Henderson, J. R. Mawer, J. Fargus and H. W. Scatchard.
, , Colts Rugby. One of the brightest features in a rather dull season has been the form shown by the Colts, ably coached by Mr. Rhodes. They have played three matches, all of which were won, and at the time of writing, have one more to play. The first match was against Ripon Grammar School Colts on Wednesday, October 30th, played at home. We were vastly superior in all departments of the game, and won easily by 39 points to 6. The scorers for the School were :—M. H. Wilson (3); E. Harrop (2); J. V. Huzzard (2); R. C. Baker, N. B. Corner. On Wednesday, November 20th, Ampleforth College Colts were met and decisively beaten by 17 points to 3. The opposing forwards were taller and thus had an advantage in the line-out, but the School were on the whole neater, quicker and more together. The first try carne when Fargus scored after a rush, and Jaques converted. Afterwards Ampleforth pressed and a three-quarter movement ended in their wing scoring in the corner; the kick failed. Shortly afterwards Baker led a brilliant forward rush and scored, but the try was not converted. Just before half-time the School were awarded a penalty in front of the posts, and Yardley scored a drop-goal. The School wore down the Ampleforth forwards during the second half and had most of the ball. Huzzard crowned a series of brilliant runs with a try in the corner, which was not converted. Baker led several fierce forward rushes and shortly before the end Arnold cut through and gave the ball to Harrop to score an unconverted try. Against Giggleswick School Colts, on a very wet field, the School again won by 12 points to nil. From the kick off the School attacked, and soon Barton scored, but Jaques failed to convert it. The forwards played very well together and kept their opponents tied down to their own half most of the time. Towards the end of the half Harrop scored a brilliant try ; the kick failed, the wet and heavy ball making accurate kicking impossible. In the second half Giggleswick pressed, but after the forwards had taken the ball away Baker enabled Barton to score. Again Giggleswick pressed and this time were rewarded with a try. However, the School soon attacked again and before the end Yardley cut through and scored a good try.
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The following have played for the Colts :—Back : S. H. Jaques; Three-quarters: J. V. Huzzard, E. A. Harrop, P. W. Arnold, D. H. West, J. R. Barton, J. H. Patrick; Halves : R. Ogley, N. W. Yardley, H. Bamforth; Forwards : R. C. Baker, N. B. Corner, E. L. Dalton, H. Wiseman, J. Fargus, H. K. Worsley, R. D. Pexton, M. H. Wilson, S. Hodgson, J. A. Brittain,, A. C. Raw.
The Leagues. Once again the Leagues have been organised by Mr. Milnes, and have played off their matches with customary smoothness. At the time of writing, the order of the Senior Division i s :A (captain, E. A. Richardson.) B (captain, H. J. B. Greaves.) C (captain, C. H. P. Bellwood.) The Junior Division is in the following order :E (captain, G. D. Stibbard.) D (captain, B. W. Woodcock.) F (captain, H. E. T. Summers.)
Squash. The first fixture of the term was against Fulford Barracks, in the School courts. Some good games were witnessed and a draw resulted, both matches and games being equal. The scores were:— S. M. Toyne, Esq., beat Lieut. J. Knox (3-2). P. M. Perry beat Col. Fraser (3-1). L. C. Hatt lost to Major Sutherland (2-3). N. W. Yardley lost to Major Sutherland (1-3). On November 19th a fixture was arranged with the Yorkshire' Rocks. The walls of the court were very wet, which greatly added to the difficulty of judging the angles at which the balls left them. All three of the School's team played well; Perry and Hatt had the hardest work, however, since they had to play S. M. Toyne, who beat them with ease. The latter was the only one of the opponents to win a match. All played two games each. Scores :P. M. Perry lost to S. M. Toyne (1-3); beat A. O. Elmhirst (3-0). L. C. Hatt lost to S. M. Toyne (0-3); beat E. G. Tew (3-0). N. W. Yardley beat A. O. Elmhirst (3-2); beat E. C. Tew (3-2).
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A third match was played on December 1st and 2nd against the Masters, and the result was a win for the School by three matches to two. Hatt and Yardley had comparatively easy victories, but Draffan found it rather hard to put a shot out of reach of his opponent, and Williams was harassed by the seemingly unending stock of cunning shots. Perry played well in his match, though the result was somewhat of a foregone conclusion. The results were :— P. M. Perry lost to S. M. Toyne, Esq. (1-3). L. C. Hatt beat W. H. G. 1VIilnes, Esq. (3-1). N. W. Yardley beat F. Smith, Esq. (3-0). W. D. Draffan beat K. H. Rhodes, Esq. (3-1). E. F. Williams lost to D. Norwood, Esq. (2-3).
Squash Competition (over
16).
R. C. H. Crosthwaite, owe 2) Crosthwaite W. Mc. C. Scott, + 3 ) (3-0) P. M. Perry, owe 2 hands + 51 . Perry C. 11. Prince, + 2 ) (3-0) A. C. Macintosh, + 1 E. F. Williams, scr. H. Webster, + 3 W. Allport, + 1
Williams (3-0)
Allport (3-1)
B. V. Rhodes, scr. ). 3 Rhodes ( P. O. Dowson, J. E. Blackburn, 41 R. D. Pexton, -1- 3 J Pexton (3-1) S. S. Pawle, + 2 J. E. Boyd, + 4
Perry, \v.°.
1 J Pawle (3-0)
Rhodes f (3-0)
Pawle (3-0) Pawle (3--1)
J. H. Bolland, + 4 R. E. Dowson, + 3
Bolland (3-0) f
11. A. Butler, + 3 N. W. Yardley, owe 2
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Hatt (3-1)
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Squash Competition (under 16). J. H. Denby, scr. D. V. Eckert, 4
Denby (3-0)
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Corner (3-0)
} Corner (3-2)
Arnold ) T. W. Jenkins, scr. P. W. Arnold, + 3
Arnold (3 —1) Arnold w.o.
W. D. England, + 1 G. C. Lee, + 2
} Lee (3-0)
J. E. Priestley, + 2 H. K. Worsley, scr.
Moore (3-0)
Worsley (3-2) Perry (3-1)
G. K. Crisp, C. H. Perry, (+ )we3 2
Perry (3-2) Moore
R J. L. Wall, + 5 C. E. 1'. Moore, + 1
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(3-0)
Moore (3 —0)
W. S. B. Bagshaw, + 1 )
R. C. Baker, owe 2 f Baker (3-2) E. A. Whitaker, owe 1 w.o.
} Baker (3-1)
Entertainments. The School Concert. In accordance with the usual custom, the School Choir, -slightly augmented for the occasion, and the Orchestra gave a concert on November 30th, under the very able direction of P. H. Sykes, Esq. To the average schoolboy, the "high-brow" or "classical" music generally given on this occasion is profoundly boring, but this concert was successful in showing both good taste and an appreciation of the requirements of the audience. Captain Duncan was most popular, and his songs, particularly the "old chestnuts," were very pleasant. Miss Mary Cobb played her violin solos in an accomplished manner, and we would like to have heard more of her. The other orchestral items received the applause they deserved. The bulk of the programme was given by
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the choir; the part-songs were well chosen and successfully rendered, arid, except for the Handel, the rest of the songs went down very well. Perhaps it is too much to expect an ordinary schoolboy to appreciate Handel's somewhat tiresome reiterations and repetitions, but doubtless they were appreciated by the visitors present. The programme is given below. PROGRAMME. Handel. "Hark! how the Woods" (from " Atalanta.") Handel. 2. Suite "Water Music'' (Nos. I, III and VI). Handel. " The Heart that's Contented 3. Chorus (from " Admetus.") Tschaikovsky. 4. Violin Solo "Andante Cantabile" Miss Mary Cobb. Coleridge-Taylor. 5. Part Song " Drake's Drum " (a) "King Charles" Maud Valerie White. 6. Songs Aitken. (b) "Maire, My Girl'' (c) "The Floral Dance" Katie Moss. (Old Cornish) Capt. A. G. Duncan. "Mock Morris" Percy Grainger. 7. Country Dance (For Strings and Piano). 8. Violin Solos Elgar. (a) "Chanson de Nuit" (b) "Minuet" Pugnani. Miss Mary Cobb. 9. Part Song "The Tinker's Song" Herbert Howells. (Old London). 10. Songs (a) "Annie Laurie" (b) "Ye Banks and Braes' (c) "Lizzie Lindsay" (d) "Loch Lomond" Capt. A. G. Duncan. 11. Part Song "Rolling down to Rio" Edward German. National Anthem. 1.
Chorus
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P ure Fun.
On Saturday, October 26th, the school had the pleasure of listening to a highly entertaining lecture by Mr. Will Owen, wellknown for his amusing illustrations to the stories of W. W. Jacobs. This lecture, if we can call it such, was all the more looked forward to as it had been postponed the term before. Mr. Owen began by
616 contradicting the popular fallacy that there are only seven jokes extant. "There are," he said, "seventy," and he proceeded to show seventy slides on the screen. Some of these were remembered with pleasure by his audience, more especially those dealing with the war and the British "Tommy." The most popular story seemed to be the one about "Louis Cross-Eye," which very effectively brought down the house. It was perhaps more the drawings than the jokes, though these were much appreciated, which tickled the audience's sense of humour; in this kind of illustration Mr. Owen's inimitable style has not been, and cannot be surpassed. Mr. Owen concluded his delightful lecture with some examples of his skill. Having showed some historical characters in a new light, he proceeded to caricature the head-master, the head-boy, and the captain of rugger, none of whom seemed entirely at their ease! Mr. Owen then concluded his lecture, which proved one of the most successful of the year.
Scientific Society. This term the Society has held a series of interesting and successful meetings. The first of these was the Exhibition Night, which was much appreciated. This was followed by a lecture on Wild Birds, by F. Year, Esq., whose collection of slides was excellent. They were of special interest to the Society as they were taken entirely in the neighbourhood of York. On November 16th, Mr. Featherstone gave a lecture illustrating some of the properties of Water: A new feature this term was the Demonstrations of various processes used in the treatment of metals, and of the X-Rays. These were given by members of the Society on the 7th of December. On the following Saturday, the 14th, there was an open lecture by Mr. Woodcock, entitled : " A Hundred Years' Study of the Living Cell." The Subscription of the Society has been raised this term from .6d. per term to 2s. annually ; the effect of this on the finances of the Society is not yet known. Preliminary arrangements have been made this term for the Triennial Exhibition, which is to be held on March 20th and 21st next Term. It is hoped and believed that this will be an even greater success than ever.
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The Junior School. St. Olave's has pursued its way without serious let or hindrance during the term, so that we can once more feel good work has been done. For the third year in succession the Junior School has produced a " Display " in the Gymnasium. This term it was held on Thursday, December 5th, and we were very pleased to welcome such a large number of parents and friends who came to see the exercises The programme is given below, but we might add the names of the boys who recited their pieces of poetry so nicely : J. T. Brockbank, M. J. Buckle, W. G. Burn, M. E. Croskell, E. J. Hudson, A. Ping, G. Plummer, P. H. Smith, P. H. Stembridge T. C. Stevenson, C. E. Windram, J. A. Wright. The success of the Display may be judged by the fact that Mr. Toyne gave us a half holiday on the following day. We should like also to take this opportunity of thanking—and congratulatingSergt.-Major Puddick on the excellent way he produced the graded exercises. St. Olave's Literary Society has again held its meetings during the term, and papers on a variety of subjects have been read. Mr. Featherstone has given the Society two " talks "—the first was about the Moon, illustrated by lantern slides; and the second was about the curious behaviour of Water, which he illustrated by interesting experiments. We are also continuing to contribute our quota to the Sichool Choir--in fact if we quote the " Yorkshire Herald," which said that " some promising songsters were in evidence at the Gym. Display," we shall believe our "choristers" do help to make a joyful noise! Talking of joyful noises, we must say a word of praise about our " soccer " team. In September it seemed doubtful to many of us how we should build a successful team—but it has been done, thanks to Mr. Chilman's coaching, and the keenness of both the probables and possibles. We do congratulate them on such splendid success. Last, but not least, we welcome Miss Booker to the Staff of the Junior School—may we say she is proving a great help both in work and games. .
St. Olave's School—Games. The Christmas Term of 1929 has been noted for the number of matches, and the kindness of the weather on half-holidays. We have only been unable to play games on two Thursdays, and then we were fortunate in having the use of the School Gymnasium for games, relay races, etc.
618 Up to the time of going to press we have played 6 matches, 4 of which we have won, with one drawn and one lost. Our last match is to be played on December 10th, at Marston Moor, York, against Red House School, whom we beat 5-2 at York one wet Tuesday. Our first match was on October 15th, against Grosvenor House School, at York. We lost 5-3, but in the return match we beat them 2-1 after a hard game. Terrington, at Terrington, was a good game. It ended in a draw 2-2. St. Olave's took a long time to settle down to a ground much larger than they were used to. The return match was played when the School ground was wet, and we won 8-1. We beat St. Bede's, Hornsea, 8-0 at York, and we are all looking forward to our Rugger fixture with them, at Hornsea, next March. The following constitute the 1st XI :—Lyth (captain), Lee (vicecaptain), Webster, Atkinson, Baines, Baker, De Burgh, IVIcUready, Denby, Davison, Lockwood; also played, Bushell, Large (ma.), and Quarrie.
Gymnastic Display. December 5th, 1929. PROGRAMME. 1. 2. 3.
School Song Drill Songs
4.
An Episode
5. 6. 7. 8.
Recitations. Drill Recitations. Songs
9. 10.
" John Barleycorn " Forms J.I, II, III. " Luther's Cradle Song " The Frog and the Mouse
B. Lee. E. Webster. J. M. Large. R. Birkett. D. McLean. M. Jeffrey. C. Biscomb. G. F. Dawson
" Waiting for the Bus "
Form J. IV. " The Presbyterian Cat " " The Waggoner "
R. H. Davison. M. Jeffrey. R. White. F. Farrow. J. M. Dickenson. F. F. Weatherill.
Forms J.V. and VI. Drill. School Song "Outward and Homeward Bound"
" God Save The King."
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O.P. NEWS. NOTICES. The O.P. hockey match will be played on Wednesday, March 26th. Will intending players send in their names to D. Norwood, 1 Rawcliffe Grove, York ? The School Commemoration Days next year will be July 18th, 19th and 20th. Cricket Match, Past v. Present, July 18th and 19th.
GENERAL. R. R. McEwen has taken the degree of Bachelor of Laws, Edinburgh. D. G. Ogilvie is playing regularly for the Northumberland XV. K. G. Chilman and H. G. Coates are playing outside-left and goal respectively for Yorkshire at hockey. R. H. Sanders played in both the Yorkshire trials at right full-back. C. L. Troop has been awarded his rugger blue at R.M.C., Sandhurst. T. G. Robinson has been elected captain of the Guy's Hospital XV this season. C. Dixon played for the Yorkshire XV earlier in the season. H. 0. Stibbard has been awarded his running half-blue at R.M.C., Sandhurst.
L. Lorrain-Smith has gained a scholarship to Balliol College, Oxford. BIRTH. RADFORD.—On November 27th, at Vancouver, to Shirley (nee Deuchars), wife of Basil Radford, a son. MARRIAGE. FERGUSON—HENDERSON.—On December 11th, at S. Columba's Episcopal Church, Largs, Ayrshire, Capt. John Mackay Ferguson to Annie Dorothea Leslie Henderson, of Northfields, Largs, Ayrshire. DEATH. A. 0. JOHNSON.—In July, as a result of a riding accident in Queensland, Australia.
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Obituaries. HENRY WOOD. We regret to announce the death of Henry Wood, an 0.P., who came to the School in the time of the late Rev. Archdeacon Hey, M.A., and remembered the coming of Mr. George Yeld as a new assistant master. The deceased was for many years a prominent farmer in the neighbourhood of Mablethorpe, Lincs., and died at his residence, " White Lodge," Mablethorpe, at the age of eighty-one. A son of the late Rev. W. Wood, one time rector of Theddlethorpe All Saints', Henry Wood lived for a few years at Alford, but for close on fifty years he farmed the Bleak House Farm, Mablethorpe. He was for many years Mablethorpe's representative on Louth Board of Guardians, and was also on the management of the Mablethorpe Council School. He was one of the most active supporters of the old Mablethorpe Horse and Flower Show Society during the whole of its thirty-four years' existence, and was the society's hon. secretary for many years until it became defunct five years ago. Henry Wood was a devoted churchman, and a staunch Conservative in the Louth division. [We much regret the failure to include the following notice in our last number.—Ed.] FRANCIS FREDERICK DITMAS. Colonel Francis Prederick Ditmas, late Colonel on the Staff, Royal Artillery, who died on May 26th last, was within five weeks of his 86th birthday. He was a man of remarkable energy, and last year was riding an ordinary pedal bicycle for considerable distances, and thought nothing of a ten mile walk. He was at the Old Peterite Dinner, 1927. He was the head of an old Yorkshire Military family (Beverley Minster containing many of their memorials). He was the 2nd son of Lt.-Colonel T. Ditmas, R.A., and a grandson of Colonel Harry Ditmas, formerly of the 15th East Yorkshire Regiment. He entered the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, 1860, being the first Peterite to do so. He, after two years at Woolwich, was commissioned in the Royal Artillery, in which he served for 37 years, 25 years of which was in the Horse and Field Artillery in command R.A., Depot Dover; and some 9 years on the Royal Artillery Staffs. He was a good polo player, rifle shot and keen rider to hounds; and a master of Kriegspiel and war games, and travelled much on the Northern Frontiers of India and in Tibet ; and since his retirement took an active part in all Associations concerning the welfare of ,the Soldier_ He married a daughter of Admiral J. Adams, R.N., and leaves a son, Lt.-Colonel F. L. Ditmas, D.S.O., M.C., and a daughter, the wife of Major Purcell, R.E.
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ilbenioriani. R. ARMSTRONG, School House, 1921-1924. We regret that the notice of Reginald Armstrong's sad death, on December 13th, 1928, was omitted in our March number. He was the youngest of five brothers, all of whom came to S. Peter's. Although he left school at a comparatively young age, he had made many good friends, and his cheery disposition made him popular with all. Leavinfz school in 1924, he had only been at work for a short time when he caught double pneumonia and died after a short illness of five days.
Original Compositions. Roman Britain. A CONCEIT, incorporating Tacitus, Annals, Bk. 12, Chs. 34-5. Scene 1. The Tent of Caratacus. [Caratacus, dressed in a deceased bear (exterior) and battle shorts, sits at a table; around him his staff.] Carat.—Now, gentlemen and others, time you went round and exhorted your men; confirm their mind, diniinish their fear, and excite them with hope of booty, When they're pretty worked up, bring them here and I'll speak as follows : [Exeunt all but C. After a brief time, swearing off in Early British. C. steps to tent flap and addresses invisible army.] Carat.—Friends, Britons, and the Rest! to-day's Thursday, to-morrow will be Friday! This day will be the beginning of recovering liberty or of eternal slavery! I would call on the names of your ancestors if I remembered them. It's on account of their courage that your wives are what they are! (Groans).—Oh, and your children. That's all, lads, and it's your picnic! [Clamour. Tribesmen are seen clamouring and doing things like that]. A Chieftain.—Oaths! by tribes; by the right, SWEAR ! [Confused noise, then silence. Curtain].
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Scene 2. The Tent of Ostorius. [Mr. and Mrs. Ostorius discovered at breakfast]. Mrs. Os.—Ossy darling, are we going to win? Os.—(In a voice choked with emotion and marmalade). I don't know ; it's their alacrity; and the stream thrown in the way, and the added rampart, and the imminent peaks—they're nothing if not atrocious ! I don't know how we— [Beastly row off]. Mrs. Os.—What's that? Os.—It's all right, stupid; it's only the soldiers clamouring that all things are conquerable by valour. Mrs. Os.—The darlings! Are they really ? [She goes to the window ; waves; smiles; more confused noise.] They do look nice. They've got such dinky little loricae and galeae I've got seventeen denarii on their winning. Os.—Buck up and pass the toast; I've got the ardour of the army to inflame before the second hour, and a river to cross into the bargain. [Curtain]. Scene 3. The same. [Mrs. Ostorius at the window clapping her hands. Enter to her Ostorius]. Mrs. Os.—Oh, Ossy, do look at that barbarian retreating to the peak of the mountain! Oh, he's sat on it and it's pricked him! I wish he'd— [Enter a Centurion.] Cent.—Mrs. and Miss Caratacus, your legateship. Os.—Oh, show 'em in. Mrs. Os.—(Aside) Well, there's no account—(halts.) Oh, How did you enjoy the battle? good afternoon, Mrs. Caratacus. Mrs. C.—Quite jolly ; but dear Ethelbaldrick has gone away rather quickly, and I wondered if you would let me send a message with the next army you send to the Brigantes? (Hands a paper). Mrs. Os.—Why, of course. Is this it? (Reads). " Ethelbaldrick Caratacus, c/o Hon. Chartis Mandaver, Mon Repos, Huddersfield, Yorks. My dear Eth—by the way, is it meant to be private? Mrs. C.—Well, it was really. Mrs. O.—(handing it back) Give it to the centurion. Oh, Ossy, can't we have another battle on Saturday? [Curtain].
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Youth. Go forth; they call you, Douglas, down the years, They who have done their work and found their rest; They bid you right some wrong, and dry some tears, Find out some truth, pursue some sterling quest. These were the good, these were the great, whose name Is writ on history's page in words of fire, And whose achievement's ever spreading flame Made pale the little ashes of desire. They have a fame; death cannot now deride. They have a rest. But you they bid arise, Take up the load they sadly laid aside, Receive the heritage of sacrifice. High streams th'inspiring pennon to your view ; "To be in truth, and not to seem to be!" One place the world has yet unfilled for you; Shall hell rejoice because you would not see? Life's curtain rises : no more time to con: The Critic sits your deed and word to scan. The stage is set; for you they wait; step on, Take your bold part, and greatly play the man. Through you again the tired-eyed world shall feel The pangs of joy, the luxury of tears. Love as a boy can love! ere time. reveal The splendid torment of maturer years. You will not serve for credit or for wage: Use wider recklessness, without reward, And leave to Him your mite of love to gauge, Who values most what you can least afford. Come life, come death, come victory or defeat, Despairing, or in triumph o'er despair, You shall be sure, and find the knowledge sweet, Your God will always know, and always care. " PONTIP'EX."
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The Hunted Stag. I The Autumn sun rose up the azure sky, Shedding its golden radiance around The rolling moors, which stretched as far as eye Could see ; the earth in frost's chill grip iron bound Rang at the touch of startled vixen, caught Far from her earth by daybreak's searching light : To be abroad by light of day is fraught With risk of death to sate Diana's might. II Down in the combe, concealed by ferny brake, An antlered stag lies silent 'midst the fronds : His ear pricked forward, and his heart a-quake, Betray a fear that snaps all mental bonds. Far down the vale, the sound of winding horn, Is faintly borne upon the rustling breeze : A frightened doe flees past with wide-eyed fawn; The clamorous bayings of the pack increase. III The stag starts from his trampled bed of fern, And heads down-wind with dog-pack in full cry. Mile follows mile, with many a twist and turn : Now, far ahead, the blue sea joins the sky. The friendly cliffs draw near; on, on he keeps, With heaving flanks, and tearing gasps for breath ; The headland gained, with one last spurt, he leaps Over the crag, to meet a noble death.
" CAMELOT."
The British West Indies. On Saturday, October 12th, the Rev. A. R. Runnels Moss visited the School to give a lecture on the subject of " The British West Indies." In opening his lecture he explained that instead of " telling tales " he was for once going to tell the truth. He commenced with a story, however, wherein he showed how easy it was for the false to be taken for the true and the true for the false. When this was concluded a second story, this time an actual incident in the lecturer's life, about the death-watch beetle and its connection with his voyage upon an ill-fated ship, was related.
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The lecture proper began with a map of the West Indies to give an idea of comparative size. Numerous slides followed, some highly coloured, which illustrate the people, country and conditions of the West Indies. The Rev. Runnels Moss guaranteed to any visitor fine weather without a drop of rain from August to March, also excellent hotel accommodation, with an appetising, if orginal, cuisine. The heat was not nearly so noticeable as a July day in London. Probably the most interesting part of the lecture was the description of the eruption of a volcano. With a wealth of word and graphic gesticulation, he described the terrible sufferings of the inhabitants, but, so as not to leave a bad impression of the West Indies in our mind, ended up with some slides showing the luxurious nature of the country.
Visit to the North-East Coast Exhibition. On Thursday, October 17th, a party of about 120 boys went from the school to visit the Exhibition at Newcastle. It can hardly be said that many went out of sheer scientific interest, but rather with the idea of a pleasant day off ; and without doubt everyone enjoyed themselves. The party set off early in the morning and arrived, after what was for some, a rather hectic train journey, in time to have lunch in the Exhibition grounds. Afterwards, everybody separated, and reunited for tea at 5-30. Let us follow an imaginary guide, who is to take us round. First of all comes the Palace of Engineering, where are exhibited various sorts of machinery and products. The big Tyneside ship-building firms sent a large number of models of ships which they had built, and these formed a part of a very interesting collection. Of particular interest was a large Diesel engine, actually in motion, being driven by electricity, and one could get a perfect view of the working parts. The coal pits sent different models and samples, where there was a fine display of electrical machinery. We next pass to the Palace of Industries, where there are actual machines in working order, making their products. The most outstanding exhibits were machines for packing flour, soap and tea, and making boxes and tins for Liver Salts. There is a Palace of Art across the Lake, but we will not go there because you have to pay sixpence, and it is the usual sort of picture gallery!
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In the "Evening World" Pavilion there is an "Ideal Home," but we are just too late for a greater attraction. Only a week ago the machine that won the Schneider Trophy was removed; earlier than that, Capt. Malcolm Campbell's racing car had been on view. Now we are at liberty to pass on to the Amusement Park, which attracted all rich persons, and spent the rest of our time and money on the Giant Racer, or the Water Chute, or listen to " African Natives " talking Tyneside dialect.
" Sally. Old members of the Boat Club and other friends of the School rowing will be interested to hear that " Sally " has been finally condemned. " Sally " is the old " fine boat " which was bought, secondhand, some years ago; she has done good service, but now her days are finished. However, it is obviously impossible to bring the School rowing to a satisfactory standard without a " fine boat," and so we are left with the problem of how to raise a new one. A new boat will cost some X75, including carriage, and it is proposed to raise part of this by subscription. Already several friends of St. Peter's rowing have promised to subscribe, and it is hoped that many others, on reading this appeal, will soon follow their example. It is essential that we have the new boat ready by the beginning of the Summer Term, and so we hope to have raised enough money by the beginning of February to be able to give orders for the boat to be built. Subscriptions should be sent to A. W. Ping, Esq., St. Olave's, Clifton, York ; or to K. H. Rhodes, Esq., St. Peter's School, York.
Notes and Items. On Sunday, October 13th, P. H. Sykes, Esq., gave an Organ Recital in the Chapel. The programme consisted of works by Handel and Bach, interspersed with two hymns by these two composers. As usual the recital was a great success. We congratulate W. Allport, L. C. Hatt, V. W. G. Musgrove, L. Wareham and H. Webster on receiving their 2nd XV colours. This term's "howlers" have included :—"Britannia sits holding a Triton," "Alpha Romeo, the handsome film star," "Corpuscules are a kind of pill."
627 For the Christmas Theatricals this term "Ambrose Applejohn's Adventure " has been chosen. An account will appear in the next number of the "Peterite." In accordance with the old custom the School attended evensong at York Minster, on Advent Sunday, December 1st. On November 11th, Armistice Day, in spite of rumours of the O.T.C. attending the service at the York War Memorial, a service was held in the Chapel. The following have been appointed Sub-Librarians:— C. H. Perry, N. W. Yardley, W. D. England, P. S. Atkinson, S. L. Beachell. Next term begins on Saturday, January 18Th Boarders return the day before.
Correspondence. Wakefield, December, 1929. The Editors of " The Peterite." Sirs, As I strongly criticised the return to the old style cover for the " Peterite " at the O.P. Meeting, I feel that it is only fair to say how much I appreciated the July number; it is far and away the most interesting I have read yet. If the present high standard of the contents is kept up, I have no doubt that I shall become reconciled to the cover in time. Congratulations on a really excellent production. I remain, Yours sincerely, H. W. Judge. To the Editors of the "Peterite." Dear Sirs, I should like to take this opportunity of thanking Mr. Davies for coaching the first and second fifteens. Few people, I think, realize what it means to turn out on a wet and cold afternoon and coach and referee a game. May I also thank Mr. Rhodes for all the trouble he has taken over the Colts, and all those masters who have so kindly refereed league games. Yours etc., J. N. THOMPSON, Captain of Rugger.
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VALETE AND SALVETE. The School House. VALETE. 1924-29. VIth Form. Head of the School. W. G. Hutton. Head of School House. 2nd XI Colours, 1926. 1st XI Colours, 1927. Captain, 1929. 2nd XV Colours, 1926. 1st XV Colours, 1927. Played for Hockey XI, 1929. C.S.M. in O.T.C. Hon. Sec. Scientific Society. R. G. Bullen. 1923-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. 2nd XI Colours, 1927. 1st XI Colours, 1928. Secretary of Cricket, 1929. Hockey XI Colours, 1927. Secretary of Hockey, 1929. Played for 2nd XV, 1927. Secretary of Squash, 1928-9. Secretary of Tennis, 1929. Corporal in O.T.C. Curator of the Museum. C. G. Rob. 1923-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. Played for 2nd XV, 1927. 2nd XV Colours, 1928. Sergeant in O.T.C. Committee of Scientific Society. M. J. Bennion. 1924-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. C.Q.M.S. in O.T.C. Cert. A. Editor of the "Peterite." A. L. Hicks. 1924-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. Sergeant in O.T.C. Cert. A. Editor of the Scientific Society Proceedings. D. Laycock. 1926-29. A3. Cadet in O.T.C. T. H. D. Wilson. 1926-29. A2. 2nd IV, 1929. Colours, 1929. Cadet in O.T.C. W. J. Crabtree. 1927-29. B2. Cadet in O.T.C. P. M. Yates. 1928-29. B3. Cadet in O.T.C. SALVETE. P. D. Allen, B2. J. M. Atkinson, B1. J. G. Brunton, B4. G. K. Crisp, B4. J. H. Crook, Bl. P. S. Maynard, Bl. R. W. Moore, B3. W. Toulmin, B1. R. J. L. Wall, B1.
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Day Boys. VALETE. E. Holgate. 1924-29. VIth Form. Head of Day Boys. 1st XI Hockey, 1929. Colours, 1929. Played for 2nd XI Cricket, 1929. L.-Cpl. in O.T.C. J. Fearne. 1924-29. Vth Form. 1st XV Colours, 1928. 1st XI Hockey, 1928. Colours, 1929. Cpl. in O.T.C. A. K. Cameron. 1925-29. Vth Modern. 2nd XI Colours, 1928. Played for let XI, 1929. Cadet in O.T.C. G. R. M. Horne. 1924-29. A3. Cadet in O.T.C. J. R. Etherington. 1924-29. VIth Form. Victor Ludorum, 1929. Cadet in O.T.C. F. L. C. Gosden. VIth Form. Cadet in O.T.C. A. G. Kirk. 1925-29. Vth Form. L.-Cpl. in O.T.C. J. J. S. Jones. 1927-29. Bl. Played for 2nd XV, 1928. Cadet in O.T.C. H. B. D. ;Tones. 1929. B4. J. W. Pennington. 1925-29. A3. SALVETE. J. R. Barton. B4. R. S. Bickle. B3. A. P. Croskell. B3. C. Powell. B4. J. A. Shaftoe. B4. G. C. Smith. B1.
Clifton Grove. VALETE. D. St. G. W. Gray. 1925-29. Vth Modern. School Monitor. Head of Clifton Grove. Played for 2nd XV, 1926-7. Colours, 1926-7. Played for 1st XV, 1927-8-9. Colours, 1927-8. Played for 1st XI Hockey, 1928-9. Colours, 1929. Played for 2nd XI Cricket, 1928-9. Colours, 1928. Cpl. in O.T.C. J. A. C. Platte. 1926-29. Remove. Played for 2nd XV, 1927-8. Played for 1st XV, 1928-9.. 2nd XV Colours, 1928-9. L. -Cpl. in O.T.C. J. M. Young. 1926-29. VIth Modern. Played for 2nd XV, 19289. Colours, 1928-9. Played for 1st XI, 1929. Colours, 1929. Played for 2nd XI Cricket, 1927. Played for 1st XI Cricket, 1929. 2nd XI Colours, 1929. Cadet in O.T.C. J. H. Foster. 1926-29. Vth Modern. Cadet in O.T.C. •
63o SALVETE. H. A. Lamb (from Day Boys). H. Eardley. B2. D. Lupton. B1. J. Hansen Bay. A2. R. S. Allen. B4. (Day Boarder).
Clifton Rise. VALETE. T. H. Raw. 1924-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. Played for 2nd XV, 1928-9. L.-Cpl. in O.T.C. L. W. Ryland. 1924-29. House Monitor. Remove B. 2nd IV, 1928. Colours, 1928. 1st IV, 1929. Colours, 1929. Played for 2nd XV, 1928-9. Cpl. in O.T.C. SALVETE.
J. Barker. B1. R. Middlebrook. Bl. J. W. Ryland. B3.
Clifton Manor. VALETE. C. D. Trimmer. 192 -29. VIth Form. Head of Clifton Manor. 2nd XV, 1927-8. 1st XV, 1928-9. Colours, 1928. 1st IV, 1929. Hon. Sec. of Boats, 1929. Sgt. Drummer in O.T.C. Cert. "A." H. A. Patrick. 1925-29. VIth Form. School Monitor. 2nd XV Colours, 1927-8-9 Played for 1st XV. Cpl. in O.T.C. S. M. Maclldowie. 1924-29. Vth Classical. Coxing Colours, 1927-8. Cadet in O.T.C. F. Llamedo. B4. SALVETE. A. J. Darton. Bl. H. F. Walley. Bl.
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Junior School. SALVETE. Brockbank, J. T. (D.B.). Butler, J. W. (D.B.). Croskell, M. E. (D.B.). Douglas, A. G. (D.B.). Lockwood, C. (D.B.). Ping, A. C. W. (D.B.). Tredger, R. B. (D.B.). Whitehurst, G. J. (D.B.).
Buckle, M. J. (St. 0.). Burn, W. G. (St. 0.). Denby, C. P. (St. U.). Etherington, G. (D.B.). McCready, B. H. (D.B.). Robertson, A. D. (D.B.). Smith, P. H. (D.B.). Stevenson, T. C. (D.B.).
VALRTE. Croskell, A. P., to Day Boys. Powell, C., to Day Boys. Darton, A. J., to Manor. Atkinson, J. M., to School House. Ward, P. G. T.
Chapel. The thanks of the School are due to Mrs. Toyne, for presenting a purple marker for the Lectern; to Miss Richardson, for presenting a red one; and to Miss Osborn for working them. Owing to these kind gifts there is now a complete set to correspond with the Altar Frontals.
Chapel Preachers. Sept. 29. Trinity XVIII. The Headmaster. XIX. Rev. F. IT. Barnby. ,, Oct. 6. XX. Organ Recital: P. H. Sykes, Esq., M.A. Oct. 13. „ XXI. Rev. H. B. Greeves, M.A., Rector Oct. 20. ,, of Walkington. XXII. The Very Rev. The Dean of York. Oct. 27. ,, XXIII. Rev. W. Hollis, B.A., Vicar of Nov. 3. St. Olave's, York. ,, XXIV. Rev. F. H. Barnby. Nov. 10. ,, XXV. Rev. C. E. Swinnerton, M.A., Vicar of Nov. 17. Sessay. „ XXVI. Rev. F. H. Barnby. Nov. 24. Dec. 1. 1st Sun. in Advent. .Evensong in York Minster. Dec. 8. 2nd Sun. in Advent. The Headmaster. Dec. 15. 3rd Sun. in Advent. Christmas Carols. 2,
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Library. The following books have been added to the Library this term :Dickens, Charles : Complete Works. [Presented by Capt. A. G. Duncan, M.C.1 Jeans, Sir J. H.: " The Universe Around Us.". Sheppard, A. T.: " Queen Dick." Torrance : " Tracking Down the Enemies of Man." Thomson, J. A.: " Modern Science." Rolleston, Sir H. : " Life of Sir Clifford Allbutt (O.P.)." Galsworthy, John : " The Forsyte Saga." Galsworthy, John : " A Modern Comedy." Milne, A. A.: " Those were the Days." Lamborne, E. A. G.: " The English Parish Church." Hardy, Thomas : " The Dynasts." Hardy, Thomas : " Collected Poems." Bailey, J.: " Shakespeare." Priestley, J. B.: " English Humour." " English Heritage " Parker, Eric : " Wild Life in England." Series. Dar win, B.: " The English Public School." .
Reviews. " MODERN SHORT STORIES." (Edited by Sir A. Quiller-Couch ; published by J. M. Dent.) When one picks up a book of this kind, what does one hope to find in it? The first thing that comes to the mind is the formation of the tale, and the way in which it is told. It is essential that the story should move, or the interest of the reader will flag; it may almost be said that it is impossible to tell an exciting tale unless it is kept constantly on the move. How much more realistic a story is, if, when one has read it, one seems thoroughly aquainted with the characters ; the actual story is worthless unless the characters are strongly and skilfully drawn. A book such as this is liable to become very boring and confusing, if the stories resemble one another in any way ; it is therefore necessary that the editor should choose stories upon subjects which cover a wide field of interest, and in which as many different styles of writing as possible are exhibited.
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The editor should also be careful to avoid selecting out of the dozen or so of which he intends to make of his book, one story which is not up to the general literary standard of its companions; that is to say, he should do his utmost to prevent the reader from suffering any disappointment. Does one find these qualities in " Modern Short Stories " ? The stories, on the whole, seem to be well told, but does it seem natural that the " Commanding Officer " in " The Tale," should remember so many minute details ? Failing that, is it likely that he could call to mind the exact conversations of his former companions If he did, would he not have quoted them in the manner of reported speech. Also, " The Ill-regulated Destiny of Kin-Yin " would probably bore a large number of people who read merely for the sake of the tale; it is too long and uneventful for their liking.
The stories certainly cover a very wide field of interest, and it is doubtful whether anybody would fail to find at least one part of the book that would interest them. Taking all these things into account, " Modern Short Stories " is well worth reading. " THE FOOTSTEPS AT TEE LOCK." (Ronald A. Knox ; Methuen and Co.) There are certain qualities which are essential to every book, and the following are some of those which are essential to one of this kind. First, there must be an attractive and well-thought-out plot. It is much more interesting if one can regard this plot from the point of view of the detective, rather than from that of the criminal; if this is the case, it will be better to keep the reader in ignorance of the criminal's movements, or of the solution of the mystery, until almost the last chapter of the book. When this is done, once the book has been started, one is often induced to go on reading it in order to find out what happens to this character or that. A book is not worth reading unless one is fully aquainted with the manner and appearance of its component characters when one has finished reading it. To bring this about, an author should not find it necessary to weary his readers with long and uninteresting descriptions of his characters, but he should be able to depict them merely by their speech and actions. Generally, one reads a detective story as a form of righter literature, and thus one would wish for a simple and clear story, with few complications, and, above all, with no unnecessary passages.
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The speeches of the characters should be absolutely natural, and it is necessary that the author should be able to put himself into the mind of each one of them. Are these qualities to be found in " Footsteps at the Lock " ? It is quite an exciting story, and one is certainly kept very much in the dark as to the solution of the mystery until the end of the book. After reading -it, one seems quite well acquainted with the " Lock-keeper," " Mrs. Brendon " and " Nigel Burtele," but little is known of either " Brendon " or " Leyland." The reader has no idea even of their personal appearance, whether they are fat or thin, or tall or short. The author keeps very well to the point throughout the whole book, and it would be a matter of some difficulty to find a passage of any length which could well be omitted. Nevertheless, there are in the pages of this book certain phrases which, at first sight, seem to be skilfully written, but which, on more careful observation, prove to be what one might call " cheap." One example of this might be found in the following lines : " I'm going to try Spinnaker Farm, and a whole lot of other places besides. No, thanks, I mustn't stop to dine." If the speaker had been asked in any possible way to dine, the answer would have been merely " No, thanks," and he would not have mentioned anything about the dining. Nevertheless, these passages are, on the whole, not unpleasantly obvious, and one puts down the book with a feeling that all po•nts have been satisfactorilly cleared up.
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e bituar p. J. R. ETHERINGTON, who had been at the School since 1924, has recently passed from our midst. He always pulled his weight, and passed steadily up to a place in the Sixth Form. His work was never showy, but always dependable. In the athletic activities, both of House and School, be distinguished himself even more noticeably, especially in the Cross Country, in which he captained his House. He gained the Victor Ludoruni Cup at the Sports this year, and was a promising all-round athlete. About the middle of the summer term he was involved in a road accident, and received serious injuries ; and, when apparently well on the road to recovery, he suffered a relapse in which his strength was insufficient to support him, and he passed away on July 22nd. We desire to extend our most sincere sympathy to his parents and friends, and to assure them that we do not forget his active and successful participation in all branches of School activity.
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School Officers. E. F. Williams (Head of School House). • J. N. Thompson (Head of Clifton Rise). J. R. Pope (Head of Day Boys). P. M. Perry. C. C. Houghton. R. C. H. Crosthwaite. J. B. Doyle (Head of Clifton Manor). B. V. Rhodes. J. E. C. Hill. E. Pawson (Head of Clifton Grove). Captain of Football : J. N. Thompson. Hon. Sec. of Football : R. C. H. Crosthwaite. Secretary of Squash : P. M. Perry. 0.S.M. : C. H. P. Bellwood. Editors of the " Peterite" E. F. Williams. J. R. Pope. C. H. P. Bellwood. B. F. Williams. Librarians : J. R. Pope. J. B. Doyle. J. A. Brittain. H. J. B. Greaves.
Contemporaries. The Editors acknowledge with thanks the receipt of the following, with apologies for any inadvertent omissions :—" The Dunelrnian," "The Reptonian," "The Stonyhurst College Magazine," "The Sedberghian," "The Ousel," "The Johnian," "The Brighton College Magazine," "The Haileyburian," "The Malvernian,'' "The Draxonian."
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