Cambridge Letter

It is with mixed feelings that we view the appointment of Archdeacon Cooper as Dean of Carlisle ; for many years a Governor of the School, he took an unostentatious interest in all its activities, from a Speech Day to a Junior League game, and he is one of the few preachers who never fail to hold the attention of a Chapel congregation. The School congratulate him on his appointment, and wish him the best of success in it, while feeling that they have lost, at any rate, partially, a real friend.

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Cambridge.

To the Editors of " The Peterite," Dear Sirs,

Cambridge, ever rich in contrasts, has this term provided us with them in an unusually full measure. At the beginning of the term we had a series of hard frosts. These provided us with excellent skating on the fens. We were also fortunate in being able to see the Amateur All England Championships. This cold, weather was followed by a snap of brilliant weather when butterflies were seen making their ways up and down the backs, unconscious of the fate which was to befall them. Once again Nature laid her wintry hand upon us, and butterflies were forgotten. The great blizzard came just at the time of the Lent races, rendering them unpleasant for spectators and something more than unpleasant for those participating. At the time of writing Spring has come again to Cambridge, and the backs are resplendent with their annual crop of crocuses. Punts and canoes are to be seen in numbers along the upper river towards Grantchester.

Not only as regards weather has this term been one of contrast, the quiet academic atmosphere of the courts and lawns has been rudely shattered by the sounds of pneumatic riveters. Construction and destruction proceed apace, and the wonderful new Library is rapidly nearing completion. New Physiology laboratories are in course of erection, in addition to many other large buildings in the Downing Street area, whose purposes are varied and a trifle obscure.

The outstanding event this term has been the opening of the Mond laboratory by our Chancellor, Mr. Baldwin. Here, Professor Kapitza, under the direction of Lord Rutherford, is to carry out magnetic and cryogenic research. Speculations are made as to whether he will succeed in releasing the boundless stores of atomic energy for the use of mankind.

Another noteworthy event this term has been the production of the biennial Greek play. The play this term was " Orestes of \eschylus," and was, as usual, a great success, drawing many visitors to Cambridge from other Universities and Schools.

Things have been going well for the University in the . Athletic field, and we have again a splendid crew on the river. It is said that there are at present fifteen men who would gain their rowing blues in a normal year. The results of the 'Varsity sports augur well for the Inter-'Varsity Athletic contest on March 18th.

Pembroke are to be congratulated on going head of the river this term, although this was expected by most competent judges early in the season. The lordly third Trinity boat was bumped by Fitzwilliam House. This resulted in some artistic, but unofficial mural decorations on the outside of their boathouse.

In the Union, this term, we have had no provocative nor publicity-raising motions ; it is, however, interesting to record that Sir Oswald Mosley failed to get the house to pass the motion that " This House prefers Fascism to Socialism." Sir Oswald also organized a Fascist meeting on Parker's Piece. This was not a huge success, as the torrential rain was rather more than even sturdy Fascists could contend with.

Of the movements of 0.P.s this term little is known.

A. L. B. Pattinson has again been working this term, and, consequently, has found little time for his favourite pastime of golf.

D. V. Hewitt is another worker, and has, at the time of writing, just finished taking his last exam. He is lucky in being able to look forward' to a summer term which will be entirely free from examinations.

H. J. B. Greaves has been rowing hard again, and took part in the Lent humping races. This with considerable success.

J. R. Pope continues to read English and hopes to take his degree in June. He is to take a Prep. School post in September.

A. L. Hicks has been seen very little this term. We understand, however, that he runs a very fiery little sports car.

W. McC. Scott has again been playing regularly for Emmanuel 1st XV. He is to be congratulated on being elected Vice-Captain. Emmanuel succeeded in getting to the semi-final in the rugger cuppers.