Peterite 1976-1980

THE PETERITE Vol. LXVII

OCTOBER, 1976

No. 393

Edited by D. G. Cumm in, J.P., M.A.

EDITORIAL Anniversaries can be solemn or joyful occasions, and sometimes a mixture of both. As a nation we have a passion for them, with a peculiar reverence for centenaries and half centenaries. So this year 4th July had a special significance not only for the United States but for us too. We feel we had a share in the making of that nation, partly in having a government stupid enough to think it could hold its turbulent colonies against their will, but more deeply in the fact that the makers -,of the United States had taken with them across the Atlantic the self-evident truths on which they based their Declaration of Independence. And perhaps as a reminder of this greatest of our exports, we this year lent the United States a copy of Magna Carta which had expressed these truths rather earlier, if rather more crudely. To another centenary we are giving less heed. In 1877 Queen Victoria became Empress of India, and the Imperial Raj started its majestic but uneasy sway. The man who best caught the spirit of those heady years, Rudyard Kipling, had seen deeper than most when he wrote at the supreme moment of imperial glory, the Diamond Jubilee of 1897, an uncharacteristic warning: To, all our pomp of yesterday Is one with Nineveh and Tyre. Judge of the nations, spare us yet, Lest we forget Exactly fifty years later all could see that the high priest of the Raj had also been its prophet; but at least in the making of the new India and Pakistan our concern was not to try to hold on to what we once thought was our possession, but to ensure that the parting should be dignified and friendly. The history of nations and of peoples is always fascinating, although the term history is itself difficult to define. If we look for development, then we have to examine the rise and fall of nations, failures and successes. If we look for progress, we had best look into those much smaller communities which have kept their identity though "kingdoms rise and wane". Such a community is a school; and may we not, with pardonable pride, pause in 1977 to celebrate thirteen hundred and fifty years of our school's life? Of course there are long gaps in our knowledge of the school, as there must be of any institution that stretches back before the days of easy printing and the conscious leaving of records. But there was a school of St. Peter in 627, set up as part of the York mission centred on the Minster; and there is no indication that such a school discontinued its connection with the Minster from that year onwards. 1

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Editorial School Notes .. .. 1350 Years Presentation of Prizes, 1975 ... Commemoration, 1976 The Common Room and Staff Commemoration Sermon Prize List Examination Results, 1976 Valete Salvete The Chapel Music ... Drama ... Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme Science Societies Theological Society Printing ... Chess Club Radio Five ... Christian Union The Threshold Athletics Rugger ... Hockey ... Boat Club Cross Country Cricket ... Shooting Swimming Tennis ... Fencing The Oxford Cup, 1975-76 Walking Club ... Table Tennis ... Youth Action York ... Orienteering ... House Notes ... ... Cambridge Letter Another Letter from Sheffield Old Peterite News ...

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627-1977 The School has occupied several different sites, and has been in Clifton since 1844

We relish this connection. We are proud that the Dean of York is ex officio Chairman of our Governors, so that the general guidance of Minster and School is still vested in the same authority as in 627. Annually we keep the festival of St. Peter in the Minster on a Sunday close to St. Peter's day. This year that Sunday happened to be 4th July: and as a simple gesture of congratulation to the great nation on whom so much of the world must now depend for the guarding of those "inalienable rights . . . life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness", we closed our St. Peter's service with the whole-hearted singing of The Battle Hymn of the Republic. It may have surprised some; but among the congregation on that last day of York's triennial festival were several Americans who were deeply moved that the ancient school, in the great Minster, should identify itself with the much criticised, exasperating but splendid nation that leads the free world. The Editor wishes to thank the many contributors to The Peterite and would welcome correspondence and articles of general interest from Peterites past and present.

SCHOOL NOTES 1975-76 The Very Reverend Ronald Jasper, D.D., was installed as Dean ot York on October 10th, and has become the Chairman of the Governors He has been twice to the Chapel during the year, to celebrate Holy Corn munion and give an address, and to preach on Whit Sunday.

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We congratulate Sir Peter Shepherd, a Governor whose four sons were at the School, on being Knighted in the New Year Honours. *

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Councillor W. Ward, J.P. has joined the Board of Governors. *

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Among those who gained places at Oxford or Cambridge, we congratulate I. P. Heavens on the award of an Open Scholarship in Mathematics at Clare College, Cambridge. *

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We welcome two new masters and hope they will enjoy their time at the School: Mr. J. A. Owen-Barnett, who will teach P.E.; and Mr. D. J. Raggett, B.Sc., University of Kent, to teach Mathematics. *

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As Assistant Bursar we welcome Squadron Leader J. R. Morris; R.A.F. (retd.).

During the year five visitors have very kindly talked to the Lower Vlth General Studies set: Lieutenant Colonel A. C. Roberts, Sir Donald Barron, Air Marshal Sir Leslie Mayor, Miss Gibbs and Dr. Patrick Nuttgens. We thank them for the wide range of stimulating information they gave. * The Autumn Term started on September 10th, and ended on December 13th. * * * Speech Day was on October 4th, and the Prizes were presented by Professor W. Walsh, M.A., of the University of Leeds. The Athletic Sports were held in the afternoon. * * * On October 13th there was a party for disabled people in the Sports Centre. * * * The Royal Artillery Team gave an excellent Presentation on October 14th. * * * His Grace the Lord Archbishop of York made a flying visit, his first to the School, on October 17th, when he arrived by helicopter as the only means of being able to keep an appointment in York after a visit to Tyne-Tees Television. * * * Half Term was from the 18th to the 26th October. On November 6th, 7th and 8th the Drama Society presented "The Caretaker" and "The Hole". These are reviewed in this edition. * * * York Symphony Orchestra gave a concert in the Memorial Hall on November 21st. *

On November 26th Evensong in Chapel was followed by a concert. *

"tolanthe" was presented on December 11th, 12th and 13th, and made happy finale to the term; it is reviewed in this edition. *

The Spring Term started on January 12th and ended on March 27th. * * * On Sunday, January 18th the School took part in the Epiphany Prosion in York Minster. * * * Major R. Chapman gave a talk on the Zaire River Expedition on February 3rd. 3

The Royal Signals gave a Display on February 10th. The Archbishop of York took the Confirmation Service and c brated Holy Communion on March 13th.

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Vittoria's St. Matthew Passion was performed in Chapel on M 24th.

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The Summer Term started on April 27th and ended on July 10th.

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The Boat Club Dance was on May 15th. • * Students from Doncaster College of Education visited the School o May 25th. The same evening the Music Prize Competition was held.

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The new grand piano in the Memorial Hall was played for the first, time publicly by Dorothea Law on June 21st. ,

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On July 3rd the Duke of Edinburgh Awards were presented in the, Memorial Hall, and there was an excellent display of the wide variety of activities enjoyed by those in the scheme.

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The St. Peter's Procession in York Minster was on July 4th.

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Commemoration was on July 10th. The retiring Chaplain, the Revd. N. H. Kemp-Welch, was the preacher at the Service.

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In a sponsored swim for the Northfield School Mini-Bus Appeal, Justin McCarter and lan Hindhaugh raised a substantial sum; and for the same cause Mrs. Shuttleworth raised £100 on a market stall from the sale of nearly new clothes.

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Among individual sporting achievements we congratulate those who have gained international honours: C. J. Hirst (Orienteering); K. J. Miller (Golf); A. W. Tait and G. W. Tait (Fencing). And in the year of a highly successful Cricket season D. I. Riley was selected for the Public Schools XI against the English Schools Cricket Association.

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FOUR INTERNATIONALS

G. W. Tait, A. W. Tait, K. J. Miller, C. J. Hirst.

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1350 YEARS It is now generally accepted that 627 was the year of the foundation of the School as part of the York mission of Paulinus, who built the first York Minster, a small wooden baptistery, for the baptism of King Edwin of Deira in that year. The passage of thirteen hundred and fifty years of the School's history gives cause for rejoicing, and in 1977 it is intended to celebrate the occasion in various ways. For this purpose a committee has been formed, and already many suggestions have been considered. The programme will be published in good time, but Old Peterites in particular would like to know that during the last fortnight of the Summer Term, which ends on 9th July, it is hoped to mount an exhibition of the artistic work of Old Peterites. Mr. John Gaastra would be very pleased to hear from those interested in such an exhibition, and he emphasises that he has in mind artistic work in the broadest sense. D.G.C.

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES 4th October, 1975 The experiment of holding the Presentation in October instead of during Commemoration was successful from one important point of view: it was held on our own territory, in the Memorial Hall. There was, however, the obvious disadvantage of lack of space; but the occasion was a happy one, and certainly more personal than it has tended to be in the bingo hall. The Vice-Chairman of the Governors, Mr. W. R. Wilkinson, O.B.E., J.P., presided, as our new Chairman, Dr. Ronald Jasper, had not yet been installed as Dean of York. The prizes were presented by Professor W. Walsh, M.A., Professor of Commonwealth Literature and Chairman of the School of English, University of Leeds. The Headmaster gave a report on the School year, less detailed than in the past because the record of most activities had already been published in The Peterite. He expressed his regret at the enforced ending of the Direct Grant Schools because he felt that the opportunity for an academic secondary education was thus being withheld from many who might have benefited from it. After the Headmaster's Report, Professor Walsh presented the prizes, and there follows a summary of his address.

Professor Walsh said that the country had made a bad error in ending Direct Grant Schools, but this decision had given an opportunity to the British people to show independence. He reminded us that D. H. Lawrence had recommended the virtues of independence and courage: the courage to be oneself; and from this he showed that it is difficult 6

to be a radical because one is at once likely to adopt the uniform of the radical and thus cease to be oneself. He urged parents to seek to develop these two qualities in their children, because parents can provide the continuity that is needed for these virtues to flourish. The Professor said that human life "above sensation and the spasmodic" depends on continuity; and the lack of continuity produces instability as is often seen in the universities. Hence the value of tradition which Professor Walsh defined as "the living continuum of life" with a capacity for change; it is not a matter of unchanging dress and similar customs. He regarded evolving human language as the supreme instrument of continuity. The Professor concluded by saying that we need something to refer to, something lasting; we need an ideal and thus a "pattern of belief" is essential. D.G.C. J. J. Clark, the Head of the School, then thanked Professor Walsh for presenting the Prizes and for his address.

COMMEMORATION 1976 On July 9th, 10th and 1 1 th a wide range of activities was open to Old Peterites, and many of them to parents and present members of the School. The annual cricket match was played on Friday and Saturday, and there were more sporting events than in previous years: 5-a-side Soccer, Tennis, Badminton, Water Polo and Rowing on the Saturday; and the "Burnett" Golf Competition on the Sunday. On the Friday night a highly successful Barbecue was run by the Cricket Club at Manor Farm, Sutton-on-Derwent, and it is hoped that this will have started what will become an institution; on Saturday the O.P. Club Annual Dinner was held in the School, with several of those dining having become OPs only hours previously. A number of Old Peterites joined the special Commemoration Choir and gave the lead in a fine Service; and after the Service a cocktail bar was open in the Sports Centre balcony. All visitors were able to take lunch in the School. There was an Exhibition in the Art Studio, and a delightfully sophisticated musical entertainment in the Music School called "Going for another song." Some said that they missed the marquee while they enjoyed tea in the sunshine which made it unnecessary to use the Hall; some said they missed the speeches and the Prize-giving; some thought that Commemoration wasn't the same as in the past. In various ways it wasn't; but it was a happy weekend with plenty to do or to watch for those who came to be part of the occasion. D.G.C. 7

THE COMMON ROOM AND STAFF Three masters left us in July: Mr John Orr and Mr. Trevor Tiffany to take up other appointments, and the Revd. Noel Kemp-Welch has retired as Chaplain; his sermon preached at the Commemoration Service is reproduced in this edition. The Headmaster has written about all three, and we join in wishing them well. We offer our good wishes, too, to Mr. E. W. Herring who has been our Caterer; for him nothing seems to have been too much trouble, and we have been fortunate in his quiet and courteous efficiency; and to Mr. J. G. Coates who, as Clerk of Works, has had a very important part in the tremendous range of improvements in our buildings in recent years.

N.H.K-W. Noel Kemp-Welch leaves St. Peter's after twenty years as Chaplain. A Choral Scholar at King's College, Cambridge, he graduated in History and Theology in 1933; his parish experience was gained in Liverpool in the late thirties and in parishes in Berkshire, and for three years he was Chaplain of King's College, Cambridge. After the war, he spent nine years as Warden and Headmaster of St. Michael's College, Tenbury, before coming to St. Peter's in 1956. I can speak from personal experience only of Noel's last nine years in York. These have been increasingly busy and noisy years, so memory suggests, and in that business and noise Noel is not a man to have raised his voice. But his voice has been heard clearly all the same. Thus, in all the confusion of a rehearsal for one of the great Minster services, Noel would be there, quietly deploying his vast forces and miraculously getting us in the right places at the right time. He has introduced the new liturgical services of the Holy Communion into the School, so that we are now well used to Series 3. In his introductions to readings in Chapel, in his meditatively personal sermons, in his taking of Family Communions and in his readings in the Compline services, he has constantly reminded us of an alternative society, of a needed dimension, of the futility of competition and conceit and self-seeking. He has exemplified, as well as preached, peace of mind. Yet the message was not passive: he called us to self-discipline, with firm expressions of conviction, and showed an alert appreciation of beauty. Nor was he narrow or sectarian. In the Chapel and the Theological Society he has welcomed variety of voices—high and low, Quaker, Roman Catholic, Methodist, Jewish, agnostic—as long as they were sincere and affirmative. I retain clear memories of Noel in various contexts—as a genial umpire of cricket games in the summer; as one struggling gallantly in the Common Room to impose order on notice-boards and work-tables; as the man behind the examination scene calmly coping with the problems of panic-stricken omission by G.C.E. candidates; above all as a musician, singing as the Christus in that superbly simple setting of the Passion by Vittoria. And I remember the rapt attention he gained when, in a Chapel service, he sang one of Vaughan Williams's mystical songs, a setting of words by Herbert—surely a priest with whom Noel has an affinity. It is good news indeed that Noel will continue to exercise this gift of his in the Minster Choir. Our gratitude to him cannot be measured in normal ways. Our best wishes go with him and Stella in his retirement. P.D.R.G. 8

(Photo: T. O. White REVD. NOEL KEMP-WELCH, M.A.

J.P.O. John Orr, who has left us for Hampton Grammar School, spent two eery productive years in the School. After leaving Rydal School, he spent three years at St. Peter's College, Oxford, and a year on his PostGraduate Certificate in Education at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge. He came to St. Peter's for his first teaching experience. He brought great vigour and bounce to his work in the School. As a rugby coach, he galvanized his team from the touch-line--there was no escaping his vociferous sense of purpose! This last year, he has invigorated School tennis, with the help of some enthusiastic players among the boys, and has expanded the game in the School—in this, showing the way himself by vivid example. We have seen him as a keen singer in those enjoyable performances by Queen Anne Grammar School in our Chapel. Those in the Manor have been most grateful to him for his cheerful presence and ministrations. 9

Primarily, of course, he is a Maths teacher, and a very good one. He has fired several sixth-formers with scholarly zeal, at that stage when Maths can become an arduous ordeal: the ordeal has become fun. At the same time, he has taught sympathetically those in the middle school whose aims are humbler—an "0" level or a C.S.E. grade 1. We shall indeed miss John and we wish him good fortune. P.D.R.G. T.T. After spending six years at St. Peter's, Trevor Tiffany has decided to leave us to devote himself to swimming instruction. We have greatly benefited from having such a high-powered swimmer with us. With that blend of amiability and ruthlessness that often characterizes the good specialist teacher, Trevor has always extracted the best from our swimmers. A high point of his time was of course the successful season of 1972, when the School won the Northern Public Schools Relays here in York, and then went on to win the John Parry Relays in London. But each year he has produced a strong swimming team, if not one to beat those Northern Schools that allow their best swimmers full-time swimming, at least good enough to set the pace among Schools in which swimming takes a less prominent role in the general pattern of sports. He has also launched Water Polo as a sport, creating an enthusiasm for the game and opportunities for its practice locally to a high standard. His coaching methods include the best modern techniques practised in the U.S.A. but are also seasoned with a quietly genial humanity. If swimming is Trevor's enthusiasm, he has, in his obliging way, assisted at many other sports and P.E. activities whenever needed. In the winter term he was often to be found in the thick of game one, a fearsome sight, and he gladly upheld a special responsibility for the second XV. In every sport he played, he brought humorous relish and massive power—ils ne passeront pas! Our thanks to Trevor, therefore, for his great swimming enthusiasm, for initiating us to Water Polo, for much advice about the equipment for the Sports Centre (I doubt if we would have the weight-lifting apparatus but for his insistence) and for much companionship in and out of School. We wish him well in the world of swimming. P.D.R.G. * * * MR. J. G. COATES

Jack Coates often looked sceptical about some of the strange request , extension to the stage; but he was never baffled. A quiet appraisal, a few seemingly casual measurements, and within a few days at the most the job would be done. Meanwhile the normal routine of construction repair and maintenance would go on; and wherever the action was, Jack would be there. On the perilously steep pitch of the Chapel roof, belov, ground level dealing with some crisis, and as often as not plying from one job to another by bicycle, loaded with wood and glass and wire, and of course a bag of tools. But, loaded or not, there was always a greeting 10

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Jack became Clerk of Works when Bob Hawkins retired in 1970, but he has worked at the School for over thirty years; so he has seen the place transformed out of recognition in many areas, and he has had a hand in almost every part of that transformation. For a long time all alterations were done by the School's internal staff, until the scale and complexity of the expansion made contract work essential; and when this happened it became an important part of the function of the Clerk of Works to create and preserve harmony between his own staff and those from outside. Those of us who have been resident in the School will always remember the courtesy and tidiness with which Jack invariably carried out and completed a job, either of major construction or of simple maintenance. Jack Coates came at a very early age from Barrow-in-Furness, but his family were from York and he is very much a York man. Here he will continue to enjoy his garden in his retirement, and it may well be that we shall see him from time to time about the School. We shall always be glad to do so. We thank him and wish him well. D.G.C.

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COMMEMORATION SERMON By the Revd. Noel Kemp-Welch, M.A. I do hope I am not doing anyone an injustice when I say that I do not remember a Commemoration Sermon about St. Peter. It does seem odd, doesn't it? Has it seemed too obvious a theme? Or have Commemoration preachers in recent years thought that we would know all about St. Peter in any case? A few weeks ago Roger Depledge gave us a series of week-day readings on the theme of Courage. After considering three courageous women, Joan of Arc, Edith Cavell and Ann Frank, he finished off with two events in the life of St. Peter. The first was his burst of courage—in the heat of the moment and with the support of his fellow Apostles—when he slashed at the ear of the High Priest's servant: and then the contrast of his abject failure when he found himself alone and inactive, faced with a sudden challenge out of the blue. So Roger Depledge set the Peterite ball rolling: let us follow it up for a few minutes this morning, for St. Peter is so typically the ordinary man who suddenly finds himself caught up in the influence of Jesus. Let us think of three other incidents which represent three stages in St. Peter's spiritual growth—indeed in the normal spiritual development of any of us. The first is the moment when Jesus borrowed Peter's boat as a sort of floating pulpit from which to address the crowd on the shore. Peter had been fishing all night without any success. Now he was cleaning his nets and was obviously very reluctant to push out again. When Jesus suggested the idea it seemed plain daft. But against his instincts he did as Jesus had insisted, and to his immense surprise he netted a large shoal of fish. He had the reward which comes when we respond to Jesus's pressure, and it was then that Jesus promised him the far more satisfying reward of catching men. What about ourselves? Can we say, as Peter did, that we have toiled all night and caught nothing; that we have genuinely tried to let Jesus into our lives and yet do not seem to have got anywhere? Perhaps we have: though I suspect that a good many of us have not even begun to try. If we have tried, then Jesus says to us: "Push on; don't give up feebly. You may get fed up, but stick to it," and eventually—perhaps quite suddenly—there will be a break through. In the past few years I have had a number of letters from O.P.'s who didn't seem to get much, if anything, out of their religious experience at School. Yet like Peter, doing his regular job as a fisherman, they had been picking up experience without realising it. When suddenly the influence of Jesus had become an unavoidable thing in their lives they felt, like Peter, so ashamed that they had resisted him in the past. I can think of one O.P. who is now a lawyer in York, another who is a research scientist on the other side of the Pennines and another who qualified as a doctor and is now a lay evangelist in West Germany. The second incident represents a new stage in Peter's growth toward maturity. At the moment when Jesus asked him who he thought him to be, Peter found himself making the whole-hearted statement that he believed Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of the living God. 12

When Jesus pointed out that he would be rejected by his fellow Jews and put to death, Peter did his best to deter him. Now he really cared for Jesus and it seemed horrible—unthinkable even—that such a man would be treated in this way. Perhaps, too, Peter had a sub-conscious feeling that if Jesus was going to be treated in this way the same sort of treatment might be coming to him. Jesus rounded on him sharply: "Get behind me, Satan". However kindly meant, Peter's attempt to dissuade Jesus was really making things more difficult for the man he was coming to respect. And surely it is the reverse side of the coin of love that when we come to know someone more intimately we are tempted to use them for our own advantage, it may well be without realising what we are really doing. I am very conscious that that has been so in my own life. Yet, without doubt Peter was by this time genuinely devoted to his master. At this stage he has swung from rather unwilling obedience to somewhat over emotional concern for Jesus. And this brings me to the third episode. Peter was staying at the little sea-side town of Joppa. While he was waiting on the roof-top, with mouth-watering smells of the mid-day meal coming up to him, he dozed off and had a strange dream of a ship's main-sail being let down containing all sorts of food which a Jew was forbidden to eat. Well, many of you know the rest of the story. If ever a dream showed how a man's sub-conscious mind was working, this was it! And when, immediately afterwards, a little group came to him from the Roman Centurion Cornelius, Peter went to this Gentile's house without a moment's hesitation. It was a spontaneous revolutionary thing to do. It was guaranteed to bring down on him the wrath of his fellow Jews. It was going clean against the whole of his upbringing and the conventions of his own people. Yet if Peter had not acted it is as certain as anything can be that we would not have been here this morning in a School dedicated to him. Had it not been for Peter's dream and his reaction to it the whole of history might have been quite different and Christianity might have remained a closed shop to a tiny minority of pious Jews. But by this time we see a Peter who is mature, standing on his own feet, making his own decision and prepared to defend it. Peter had reached maturity in a remarkably short time—as people do who have had some pretty scaring experiences. Perhaps in about four years, the length of time most of us are in St. Peter's. And in that short time we can see how Christian conviction evolves. First, doing what we are told in the early stages, relying on the experience and wisdom of others, even if it doesn't make sense to us. Then the dawning realisation that there is something altogether good and wonderful about the life of Jesus. Finally, there comes the willingness to respond to his call, even if it means a complete break with our old way of life and the conventions in which we have been brought up. In this last stage we set sail with the wind of the Holy Spirit behind us, not knowing where we shall be blown. Almost certainly we will end up miles from our starting point. It is very unlikely we will have an 13

easy passage. We are far more likely to have times when we seem to be stuck on a sand-bank, unable to move. For some of us there will be shattering experiences of ship-wreck which will turn our lives upside down. Yet I am certain that God in his wisdom and love will never let us be tested more than we can bear, and that if we keep going as St. Peter did God will be able to make use of our lives. So it is my heartfelt prayer that God will be able to use the lives of every one of us in this Chapel, Peterites old and young, Governors, staff, parents and friends, and that we for our part will give Him our joyful and willing co-operation. We will never regret it. Of that I am absolutely convinced.

PRIZE LIST NORMAN CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE RHODES PRIZE THE B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE ... YORKSHIRE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY'S PRIZE THE STEPHENSON PRIZE FOR GREEK P. E. LORD PRIZE FOR CLASSICS ... THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LATIN:

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S. Bruce-Jones J. J. Clark R. W. Parkinson J. R. Swiers R. A. C. Bronk

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Senior ... Junior ... WHYTEHEAD MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DIVINITY:

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P. S. Lancaster S. J. Shilleto ... R. W. Egleton

Junior ... TOYNE EUROPEAN HISTORY PRIZE GEOGRAPHY PRIZES:

... P. A. Newdick ... J. P. J. F. Abbott ... ... R. M. Barron SIR LUMLEY DODSWORTH ESSAY PRIZE ... THE JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE 1 G. Cole ... G. J. Norman ... ... ... ... SCHOOL ESSAY ... G. J. Norman ... THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZE ... ... ...

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THE ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH:

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... G. B. Brown ... R. M. Barron

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MODERN LANGUAGE PRIZES:

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THE DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS

... A. S. Newstead ... A. S. Newstead ... 1 A. F. Heavens 1 M. F. Gargan

PRIZES FOR MATHS AND SCIENCE

(1975 C. A. F. BrownY ... { C. C. Harland

THE DAVIDSON PRIZE FOR SCIENCE THE WILCOX PRIZE FOR SCIENCE ... THE FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN ART PRIZE (Junior) ... HANDICRAFTS PRIZE ...

C. J. Hirst J. H. Larcombe G. C. Pattie J. N. C. Turner ... S. J. Shilleto ... C. J. Hirst ... M. M. Christelow ... H. R. B. Pease ... P. D. Jowsey 14

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MUSIC PRIZES:

Keyboard Strings ... Woodwind Brass ...

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... H. C. Gatiss ... M. P. Haw ... J. A. Johnson ... N. P. Frost

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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PRIZES:

Vlth Form

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... J J. R. A. Greaves C. G. A. Morcom ... R. J. T. Wilson ... A. D. M. Harrell ... R. D. E Brown

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Vth Forms IVth Forms IIIrd Forms

FORM PRIZES P. W. S. De Silva R. E. Craig S. C. Wetherell R. I. Hepworth D. J. Fawthrop ••• A. D. M. Harrell ••• H. W. P. Fisher • •• G. G Thompson • • • A. T. Barton • • • G. Cole ••• G. A. Flintoff N. R. Barnes J. Clayton J. C. Neal A. J. Collinson I. D. Hindhaugh

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EXAMINATION RESULTS 1976 The following successes were achieved at Advanced Level: — Atkinson, P. T.—French, Geog., Eng. Lit. (Al). Barron, A. J.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. Bray, C. P.—French, Eng. Lit., S.M.P. Maths. (A). Charlton, P. T.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. Clough, H.—Econ. Dalby, C. J.—Eng. Lit., Pol. Stud., Gen. Stud. Dell, K. L.—French, M.E.I. Maths., Gen. Stud. Dietrich, M. P.—Anc. Hist., Pol. Stud. Dodd, K. S. A.—Anc. Hist., M.E.I. Maths. Driffield, T. M.—Geog. Egleton, R. W.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Pol. Stud. Gatiss, H. C.—French, Eng. Lit. (Al), Music, S.M.P. Maths. Harte, J. H.—Eng. Lit. Irons, S. B.—French, Eng. Lit., Hist. Islam, A.—Econ. Kay, B. M.—Eng. Lit., Hist. (AU), Pol. Stud. Kirby, T. S. D.—Geog., Biol., Econ. Knowles, G.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. (A). Lister, D. J.—Hist., Geog., Econ. Monro, N. P.—Eng. Lit., Art. Moore, T. C.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Latin. Naylor, A. L.—S.M.P. Maths., Econ. (A).

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Newdick, P. A.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Geog. Potter, D. N.—French, German. Pulleyn, R. F.—Hist., Geog., Econ. Scott, P. Q.—Geog., Econ. Snowdon, J.—Hist. Spencer, P. S.—M.E.I. Maths., Econ., Gen. Stud. Stafford, P. M.—Eng. Lit., M.E.I. Maths., Econ., Gen. Stud. Temple, A. J. S.—M.E.I. Maths., Econ. (A). Thomas, J. S. M.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. Wallace, S. W.—French, Eng. Lit. Watson, C. I.—Econ. Westropp, C. N.—Eng. Lit., Econ. Wilson, L. S.—Econ. Hirst, C. J.—Physics (AU), S.M.P. Maths (Al), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A), Chem. (A), Gen. Stud. (A). Newstead, A. S.— French (A), German (A), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A), Gen. Stud. (A) Tatterton, S. J.—French (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A2), S.M.P. Further Maths., Latin (A). Turner, J. N. C.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (AU), S.M.P. Further Maths., Chem. Atha, E. J.—Biol., Chem. Barker, T.—Chem. Belton, M. A.— Physics, Chem. Brown, C. A. F.—Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. Bruce-Jones, S.—Geog. (Al), Biol., S.M.P. Maths. (A). Creasy, B.—Biol., Chem., Gen. Stud. (A). Dench, S. R.—Physics, Biol., Chem. Harland, C. C.—Biol. (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. (Al). Haw, M P.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Hodgson, C. I.—Physics, Biol., Chem., Gen. Stud. Hudson, R. V.—Physics (A), Biol., Chem. Larcombe, J. H.—Biol. (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. (Al), Gen. Stud. Matthews, V. V.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chem. Morcom, C. G. A.—Eng. Lit. (A), Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. Nichols, I. A.—Biol., Chem., Art. Nicholson, K. G.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Parkinson, R. W.—Biol., S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Pattie, G. C.—Physics (Al), Biol. (Al), Chem. (A). Pritchard, G. F.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chem. Procter, P. J.—Physics, Biol. (A), Chem. Prowde, A. M.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. Ramsden, N. J.—Physics, Biol. (A), Chem. Storey, E. P. V.—Biol., S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Swiers, J. R.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chem. Tait, A. W.—M.E.I. Maths., Chem. Twizell, J. H.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Varley, A. J.—Chem., Gen. Stud. Widdicombe, P. D.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Young, D. J.—Biol., S.M.P. Maths., Chem. At Ordinary Level (Grades A, B or C) or C.S.E. Grade I: Anderson, M. B. (10); Bronk, R. A. C. (10); Burn, M. J. (9); Caulton, D. M. (10); Cooper, D. W. (11); Craig, R. E. (12); Crossley, C. C. (10); Crowley, P. W. M. (11); Day, A. H. (11); Denison, J. N. (10); De Silva, P. W. S. (11); Fawthrop, D. J. (11); Hawkswell, C. (11); Hepworth, R. I. (11); Lethem, J. A. (11); Markwick-Smith, J. R. (9); Marsland, R. (8); Morris, N. F. (9); Parkinson, E. M. (8); Turner, M. St. J. (11); Wetherell, S. C. (11); Wiggle, I. P. (11); Wilson, R. J. T. (11); Bird, C. R. (8); Braime, S. L. (4); Burn, S. M. (10); Collingwood-Gittins, R. (10); Ewing, A. M. (5); Gray, M. (8); Halsall, S. B. (6); Holderness, S. F. W. (6); Johnson, C. P. (7); Kerr, K. W. (7); Lumb, 16

W. E. (7); Macfarlane, J. R. (7); Mair, D. J. B. (8); McKinlay, H. J. (3);

Morcom, J. P. (9); Morris, G. H. (9); Murray, K. S. (8); Pattison, N. R. (9); Schofield, G. (8); Schofield, J. S. (5); Scott, M. J. (4); Smakman, D. C. (3); Tait, G. W. (10); Temple, S. D. M. (8); Wright, A. J. (8); Aldridge, J. T. (10); Baggs, J. H. (3); Barker, R. C. (6); Bruce, R. M. (5); Budge, I. (2); Hawking, N. S. (2); Hughes, J. J. R. (5); Humphreys, S. W. (4); Johnson, G. H. (5); Kaiser, R. A. (8); Kilmartin, P. S. (4); King, G. J. (5); Mayor, J. I. D. (2); Miller, K. J. (3); Newstead, T. I. J. (5); Ross, J. P. (4); Ross, J. R. (5); Rushbrooke, P. D. (7); Wilkinson, R. M. (10); Wilson, M. E. (4); Atha, S. E. (3); Atkinson, N. G. (5); Brown, S. D. (4); Burdass, T. J. (2); Chilman, P. W. H. (5); Dee, M. C. M. (1); Frost, N. P. (3); Nichols, R. D. (1); Parker, M. 1. (3); Preece, J. W. (1); Readman, R. W. (4); Teale, R. J. (6); Turnbull, N. J. G. (2); Turner, A. R. (6); Turner, R. M. (5); Wallhead, V. A. (4).

VALETE Name

House

D Clark, J. J. R Fell, S. D Fuller, G. T Gumbrell, G. D. T Heavens, I. P. Nicholson, W. G. M. M

Date of Leaving

13.12.75 27.10.75 13.12.75 13.12.75 13.12.75

Name

Sherratt, R. G. J. Walker, A. K. Woollons, P. J. Yates, A. D. B.

House

Date of Leaving

SH T D M

13.12.75 13.12.75 13.12.75 13.12.75

27. 3.76 JULY 1976 DRONFIELD

Atha, E. J., Barker, T., Belton, M. A., Dietrich, M. P., Dodd, K. S. A.,

Kirby. T. S. D., McGregor, C. S., Morris, G., Varley, A. J., Yates, I. P. M. GROVE Dalby, C. J., Harte, J. H., Hodgson, C. I., Kilmartin, P. S., Moss, T. N. B., Smakman, D. C., Snowdon, J., Steggall, A. Q., Twizell, J. H., Westropp, C. N., Young, D. J. MANOR Barrett, R. A., Clare, P. C., Creasy, B., Dee, R. C. C., Dell, K. L., Dench, S. R., Gray, A. P. P., Haw, M. P., March, A. G., Matthews, V. V., Morris, N. F., Nichols, R. D., Parker, M. I., Pritchard, G. F., Reay, T. C., Storey, E. P. V. QUEEN'S Barron, A. J., Charlton, P. T., Clough, H., Knowles, G., Naylor, A. L., Newstead, T. I. J., Tait, A. W., Turner, R. M., Wallace, S. W. RISE

Bray. C. P., Driffield, T. M., Ewing, A. M., Holderness, S. F. W., Hudson, R. V., King, G. J., Lister, D. J., Monro, N. P., Potter, D. N., Ryder, P. D., Spencer, P. S., Temple, A. J. S., Thomas, J. S. M., Watson, C. I. SCHOOL HOUSE

Graham, N. R. E., Islam, A., Johnson, G. H., McKinlay, H. J., Nicholson, K. G., Parkinson, R. W., Pullan, I. R., Ramsden, N. J., Scott, P. Q., Swiers, J. R., Wilson, L. S. TEMPLE Coates-Walker, T. J., Jowsey, P. D., Nichols, I. A., Pattie, G. C., Procter, P. J., Prowde, A. M., Pulleyn, R. F., Stafford, P. M., Widdicombe, P. D., Wilson, R. J. T.

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SALVETE Name Hinchliffe, D. R. Kay, S. R. Mainds, R. C. S.

BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1976 Name Form House IVB Nield, M. J. SH Nield, R. D. LVI D IVC Q

House G G

Form

MB' IVB

BOARDERS, SEPTEMBER 1976 Bentley, C. T. G., Dronfield; Booth, A. D., Dronfield; Brierley, J. N. D., Dronfield; Broadbent, C. G., Dronfield; Broadbent, R. F., Dronfield; Bunney, M. G. S., School House; Chapman, R. P. A., School House; Close, P., School House; Coates, R. T., Dronfield; Elliott, J-A. S., School House; Elston, R. S., Manor; Gee, M. C. S., Rise; Hill, C. C., Rise; Hitchenor, A. D., Rise; Holden, J. R., Manor; Linton, R. E., School House; Lister, R. W., Rise; Litten, R. S. P., Manor; Longthorp, S-P., Manor; Ludley, J. D., School House; Macdonald, L. R. P., School House; Megginson, A. F., Rise; Morris, S. R. A., Manor; Prescott, A. R., School House; Reynolds, M. A., Manor; Winchurch, J. C., Manor. DAY BOYS, SEPTEMBER 1976 Oates, G. A., Dronfield; Moayyedi, P., School House; Watson, J. D. F., Temple. DAY BOYS FROM ST. OLAVE'S Ashurst, C. W. A., Temple; Ashton, S. D., Queen's; Aspinall, N. D., Queen's; Blackburn, T. J., Grove; Bowstead, M. D., Temple; Blacker, A. W., Queen's; Burton, P. G., Grove; Carder-Geddes, A. D. G., Temple; Coverdale, R. E., Rise; Cramb, I. D. M., Queen's; Dixon, A. J., Queen's; Eyre, A. J. D., Temple; Farrow, J. R., Temple; Giddings, S. H., Temple; Gillett, A. M., Rise; Hall, M. J., Temple; Heap, T. A., Queen's; Hjort, M. F. A., Grove; Hobson, C. T., Grove; Ibbotson, P. R. J., Grove; Jesper, M. G., Grove; Johnson, A. R. M., Queen's; Johnson, P. E., Temple; Jones, B. J. I., Temple; Jones, T. R. W., Grove; Macfarlane, D. J. B., Queen's; Macpherson, A. R., Queen's; Newitt, F. S., Temple; Prendergast, J. A., Queen's; Prosser-Higdon, T. N., Grove; Sellers, M. I., Grove; Taylor, J. P. M., Manor; Taylor, J. R. C., Temple; Webster, R. H., Grove; Williamson, D. A., Queen's; Wood, P. A., Temple; Woollons, S. J., Queen's; Worrier, C. M., Grove; Wright, E. F. J., Grove. BOARDERS FROM ST. OLAVE'S SEPTEMBER, 1976 Beaumont, I. D., School House; Dee, S. N., Manor; Etches, S. W., School House; Fawthrop, A. J., Rise; Green, A. W., Manor; Hall, R. B., Rise; Hancock, C. G. L., Manor; Harness, N. A., Rise; Hopkinson, C. H., Rise; Iveson, R. H., School House; Kettlewell, T. S., Rise; Pal, D. K., Dronfield; Pell, A. J., Manor; Reed, A. C., School House; Rider, T. G., Dronfield; Roberts-Pratt, J. A., School House; Rooms, D., Dronfield; Schofield, R. N. J., Manor; Schoon, A. N., Rise; Shipley, M. S. 0., Dronfield; Walker, C. R., Dronfield; Webb, S. W. C., Manor. BOYS ENTERING THE SENIOR SCHOOL IN SEPTEMBER, 1976 AT THE SIXTH FORM STAGE Biddle, R. W., Dronfield; Healey, J., School House; Morris, R. A., Grove. DAY GIRLS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1976 Adams, L. T., Queen's; Elston, S. L., Queen's; Jackson, Z. C. J., Grove; Jesper, N. C., Grove; Stansfield, L. A., Queen's. A special welcome to the first St. Peter's girls.

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THE CHAPEL How quickly radical changes can settle into an established pattern! A year ago I mentioned that compulsory Sunday Services are now restricted to occasions when the whole School community would expect to gather together. We had also introduced a special service for New Boys and their parents. Now we are beginning to take these changes for granted. The Rev. Roger Noyes gave the New Boys a splendid start this year and we are most grateful to him for coming. A reconstructed Chapel Committee, reduced in numbers and responsible for St. Peter's alone, meets several times a term. A Suggestions Box (in bold Post Office red!) has been placed near the Chapel and good use (and not so good) has been made of it. The suggestions are all considered by the Chapel Committee, who have acted on many of them. They have also collaborated with great enthusiasm and involvement in shaping special services with the Bishop of Selby and the Dean of York. It is a wonderful encouragement that two such busy men were willing to give time to come to our committee meetings and were so open to receive suggestions. The main services of the year followed the usual pattern, but two of them call for special comment. On the Monday after the Harvest Thanksgiving there was a cheerful party in the Sports Hall for sufferers from Multiple Sclerosis. I need hardly add that this happy inspiration came from the indefatigable Mr. and Mrs. Shuttleworth. The other special occasion was the Confirmation on 13th March. This was the first official appearance of our new Archbishop and we were so happy to welcome him. (It was not quite his first appearance in the School as some time earlier he had descended from heaven in a Tyne-Tees T.V. helicopter on his way to the Minster!) At fairly frequent intervals we break the routine of the week-day services and we are very grateful to those who have taken charge: Roger Depledge, Ian Armstrong (with the help of Richard Barrett and Andrew Steggall with their guitars), the members of the Christian Union both in the Christmas and Easter terms, the Head Master with boys from the Third Form and the combined contribution of Barry Creasy and Howard Gatiss. I wonder whether many people in the School appreciate the amount of preparation these services have required. At last we have been able to put down down some really good flooring in the Sanctuary. Not only does it give a greater sense of cohesion to the east end of the Chapel, but it enables the piano to be moved about without difficulty or damage. We are now looking forward to the provision of a small Chapel under the gallery which can be used for week-day Communion services, prayer meetings and private prayer. This will meet a long-felt need. Let us hope it will not take too long in coming. The Chaplain could not do his job without the dependable help of a considerable number of people, week after week. May I please express my warm gratitude to Ronnie and Maisie Allenby and Bill Williams for all the cleaning and polishing they have done for years past; to the Troika of Barry Creasy, Howard Gatiss and Stephen Nendick, for their care of the vestments and the laborious

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business of putting out and collecting service sheets; to the ever increasing band of servers, to Mrs. Wilson for washing and repairing the linen, and to Mrs. Nix and her helpers who have kept the Chapel beautiful with flowers; and of course to Keith Pemberton and the choir for all their loyal and devoted service? We do appreciate it so much. May I end with a word of personal thanks to Arthur Ellery, David Cummin and the Head Master for their never failing support and encouragement.

N.H.K.-W. HARVEST FESTIVAL

In past years, the produce brought for the Harvest Festival has been distributed amongst Clifton residents, notably those living in the Almshouses—but this year, some of the gifts were used for a party, held in the Sports Centre, for handicapped people It was such gifts as eggs, sandwich filling, and tinned food which were particularly welcome—and these were supplemented by cakes baked by masters' wives. In particular, we must thank Mrs. Shuttleworth for arranging all this catering—and for performing the necessary but unwelcome task of buttering the bread! The party was held on the balcony, and for much of the time there was activity in the hall below, football, basketball and other sports; musical entertainment was provided by Howard Clough, Barry Creasy, Paddy Smith and Howard Gatiss—and the visitors were encouraged to sing along in "Mud, Mud". Apart from such obvious contributors, many others were involved in helping, by wheeling the old people from their cars, by transporting food from the Manor, by acting as waiters: and by washing up! This was, I am sure, a very worthwhile way of using all the gifts for the Festival; the enjoyment of our visitors was evident not only from their thanks at the end of the evening, but also from the letter we received. Thanks again to all who helped (practically all the Manor, it seemed to me!) and particularly to Mrs. Shuttleworth for making the whole thing possible. H.C.G

MUSIC A strong intake of experienced trebles from St Olave's and the Song School promoted a suggestion that the Choir should combat the decline in use made of it by the establishment by voluntarily singing Choral Evensong on certain Wednesday afternoons. Rehearsals were held at 3.0 p.m. and Evensong sung at 4.0 p.m. The support for this was good and it enabled the repertoire of services and anthems to be kept alive; it is hoped to repeat the experiment during the Christmas and Easter terms next year. The orchestral strings also received a good injection of new blood and this has had a stimulating effect, especially in the creation of a chamber music string group (now known as the Petrus Ensemble) who have played under the direction of Mr. Finch. The remainder of the 20

strings have been strong enough to rehearse separately and this has enabled useful basic training to be undertaken. The wind group was not so fortunate in its new members and has relied more on the experience of boys in their '0' level year, some of whom have provided a good demonstration of the sense in keeping instrumental work going through this difficult year and of the relaxation it can afford. However, in deference to the exams, we did not take a brass group to the Minster for the St. Peter's Procession. In the Christmas term, Iolanthe was rehearsed and performed with enjoyment, choruses and principals all contributing to a fine spectacle. The House Singing Competition took place at half term and while it undoubtedly proved entertaining and created some House spirit, its actual musical value from a competitive aspect was suspect. Gone are the days when each house would produce a prescribed unison song, an unaccompanied song in four part harmony and a small instrumental ensemble. A suggestion that the entertainment value of the event should be increased at the expense of the competitive in the manner of the House Plays has been discussed and may reshape next year's performance. During the Easter Term the go ahead was received for the purchase of a new grand piano for the Hall. The project, which had existed as a pipe dream for some years, was brought nearer by the suggestion that a memorial to Freddie Waine should take this form. In the end it was decided to associate the name of this oustanding Director of Music with the Music Scholarship awarded to new boys, but the piano was also to be purchased. The delivery of the new instrument took place during the period already heavily booked for House plays and Trial Exams so there was little opportunity to hear it. At the beginning of the Summer Term several piano pupils gave a recital, and later, an outside recitalist, Dorothea Law, gave an impressive demonstration of the instrument's potential. The Music Prize Competition also produced some good piano playing, and it was noticeable how much more sympathetically strings and woodwind could be accompanied. In the Minster we sang the Battle Hymn of the Republic to mark the coincidence of our St. Peter's Procession with the American Independence Bicentenary celebration, and the year ended with a concert in the last week of term, socially so desirable, but what a problem! '0' and `A' exams, moving of desks, timing rehearsals, the heat, and an unexpected bonus problem—the visit of the Associated Board examiner on the same day! K.R.P.

The following successes have been obtained in Associated Board exams during the year. (Pass, unless otherwise indicated). Grade Instrument Name 1 4 5 5 5 5 4 3 4 5

P. V. Aagaard M. B. Anderson C. R. Bird C. A. F. Brown J. E. A. Brown R. D. E. Brown A. P. Burdass

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Piano Cello Theory Violin Theory Violin Piano Trombone Piano Theory

Merit

5 5 5 6 4 5 6 6 6 5 7

R. D. Burton R. M. Craig P. W. M. Crowley P. G. Fender G. A. Flintoff N. P. Frost H. C. Gatiss

7 2 4 6 4 5 2 2 2 5 1 6 6 5 5 3 2 4

S. B. Irons D. J. Johnson J. A. Johnson

D. R. Kaner A. J. Leckenby J. A. McGrath S. J. Mawby A. J. B. Miller J. C. Neal R. M. Owen N. C. H. Pemberton P. N. Reay B. Saber S. J. Shilleto R. J. T. Wilson

Violin Theory Violin Violin Piano Violin Theory Theory Piano Trumpet General Musicianship Piano Piano Flute Theory Violin Theory Piano Violin Piano Theory Piano Organ Theory Theory Piano Flute Piano Flute

Distinction 1 Distinction

Merit Merit Merit

Merit Merit

Merit Merit Distinction I

DRAMA "IOLANTHE" Dramatis Personae: The Lord Chancellor, Barry Creasy; Earl of Mountararat, Edmund Atha; Earl of Tolloller, Steven Bruce-Jones; Private Willis (of the Grenadier Guards), Mark Burn; Strephon (an Arcadian shepherd), David Du Croz; Queen of the Fairies, David Barron; Iolanthe (a Fairy, Strephon's mother), Kit Bird; Celia (Fairy), James Neal; Leila (Fairy), Paul Aagaard; Fleta (Fairy), Graham Flintoff; Phyllis (an Arcadian Shepherdess and Ward in Chancery), Nigel Pemberton. Fairies: Stephen Ashton, Oliver Bird, Christopher Bronk, Fergus Craig, Nigel Dixon, Christopher Drury, Carl Hancock, Timothy Heap, Gregory Lomas, David Nendick, David Pemberton, Andrew Powles, Timothy Prosser-Higdon, Jason Rea, Jeremy Taylor, Andrew Whipp, Harvey Whittam, Simon Woollons and Jonathan Wright. (With one exception the Fairies are members of St. Olave's School.) Peers: Mark Anderson, Charles Anelay, Alastair Barron, Roderick Barron, Howard Clough, Keith Coulthard, Roderick Craig, Kevin Dell, Roger Depledge, Peter Fender, Peter Gardiner, Christopher Greaves, John Greaves, Don Hamilton, John McGrath and Patrick Smith. Lord Chancellor's Chair Carrier, Andrew Gray. 22

Make-up: Barry Creasy, David Bretherton, Simon Dench, Simon Dresser and Tony Miller. Set designed and painted by Mike Christelow, Des Clout, Basil Smith and Mike Thornham. Construction Unit: Kevin Dell, Tony Miller, Michael Christelow and Nigel Morris. Lighting: Tim Barker and Stephen Atha. Wardrobe Mistress: Noreen Gypson. Orchestra composed of members of the Music Staff, Boys and Friends of the School. Rehearsal Accompanist: Joyce Ellery. Director of Music and Conductor, Keith Pemberton. Producer, Edmund Field .

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Printed by Gordon Fuller and the Printing Option. We should like to thank Mrs. Forbes Adam for lending us so many of the costumes and also Mrs. Blissett, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Craven, Mrs. Dench, Mrs. Du Croz, Mrs. Field, Mrs. Gardiner, Miss Gypson, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Jordan, Mrs. Kirby, Mrs. Le Tocq, Mrs. Nix, Mrs. Nixon, Mrs. Rayson, Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. Shuttleworth for their help with costumes and dressing. The last time I saw lolanthe, in a prep school production, all the roles, from fairies to Peers, were played by little boys. The range was too wide for them, and for this reason I anticipated the St. Peter's production with mixed feelings: how would a boys' school cope with fairies and so many female characters and, in general, the great variety of roles in Iolanthe? The worry turned out to be misplaced—the producer, Edmund Field, not only coped but gave us something highly successful and very enjoyable. One reason for the success was the opportunity to deploy such a wide range of actors, from St. Olave's through St. Peter's to the staff and even the Head: St. Olave's and staff cum sixth-formers provided a very plausible range from perky little fairies to stately Lords. Another reason was the balanced nature of the performances; an unusual thing in a school production—there were no weak spots, either of groups or individuals. On the one hand there was the group of fairies, looking remarkably pretty for St. Olave's boys, tripping hither and thither with gusto and evident relish, and led by three engagingly humorous principal fairies. On the other hand there were the two groups of peers, handsome and dashing tenors, and stately and lordly basses: everything they did was done with great verve—they made their entrances with éclat, their singing had swing and speed, and when acting as stage onlookers all of them (and particularly Don 23

Hamilton and the Head) "hammed" their oohs and ahs and grimaces with great spirit. What can one say of individual performances? We were given firm singing and characterisation in the Mountararat and Tolloller of Edmund Atha and Steven Bruce-Jones; a good performance of a nerve-racking role from Nigel Pemberton, singing the Shepherdess to David Du Croz's Strephon—a pair whose duets improved during the evening. From Kit Bird we had a successful performance of the very difficult role of lolanthe. David Barron gave us a very matronly and statuesque Queen of the Fairies: would a fairy ever challenge her authority—a Queen twice the size of most of her subjects? We saw Mark Burn's Private Willis have his moment of glory at the beginning of Act II (splendid sets of Palace Yard, Westminster)—he had the physique to match (and fit! ) his uniform. Two performances must be singled out from this catalogue. Firstly, Barry Creasy was the comic centre of the evening, and deserves the star role in any review. He played the Lord Chancellor as a Restoration fop, using exaggerated, prancing and whimsical movements of his long hands and lanky figure to marvellous comic effect. What was extraordinary was that he did this while singing; while singing a part whose length is inordinately difficult both for memory and voice; while singing comically! The second performance was a minor role, Chair-carrier to Barry Creasy's Chancellor: the short Andrew Gray by the long Barry Creasy (good casting). Here in Andrew Gray's humorous byplay with the chair and splendid use of his own facial expressiveness we had a great comic talent revealed—may one say?—in miniature. All these were helped by the excellent sets, make-up and costumes; and in the background there was orchestral playing of a high standard under Keith Pemberton—especially in the woodwind (excellent fluteplaying) and brass, who came into their own in the fanfares for the Peers' Chorus. Why was it all such fun? There was confidence and high spirits in the whole performance, which could not be without effect: the improvisation of Barry Creasy and Andrew Gray is one example of actors' enjoyment which communicated itself to the audience. In addition to all this, I think that certain incongruities made for a lot of the fun. It is very funny to see a very tall Chancellor and a very short Chair-boy; a History Master and a third-former singing to each other; St. Olave's boys as pretty little fairies; the Head and other Masters as Peers; and finally, perhaps, a performance of lolanthe without a female on stage? M.J.B. "THE CARETAKER" Freezing cold, like imminent death, wonderfully concentrates the mind; so I learnt one November night in that quaintly ecclesiastical building, the Old Gym. The set of "The Caretaker" called for an unheated junk-room, and it was there for the asking, with nothing extraneous to distract, perhaps as never again in its plush and electronic future. A play then, about Power: how people exercise it, and react under it; often the same person: today's sycophant is tomorrow's Caesar. 24

Simon Wallace plays Davies, a pitiful old man: the twitch, the sniff into the dirty sleeve, the nervous tremor of the jaw, are professional touches in a sophisticated performance. Marcus Haw, playing Aston, gives Davies food and shelter. Why? To befriend him? No. Why then? A whim? Charity? For company? No. More likely for a need in himself, to play the Tin God. But Aston knows he cannot rely on his own sanity, and vacantly nurtures his sane periods. Marcus Haw certainly shows us the empty ache in the poor man's soul. Mick bursts in as a threat, and Brian Kay brings to the part the authentic touches of the criminal sadist: the twisted leer, half-smile; the light-hearted mean trick; the unprovoked cuff and kick. Davies is the butt; he protests and whines, but knows who's boss. But, when he gets the chance to take advantage of Aston's apathy, then how he plays the bully, too. It is a revelation of human nature that we uneasily suspect; it is the genius of the play to bring it out, and the strength of this excellent production. Davies changes; his voice and features harden; he attacks, demands, boasts and rants. Then Aston reveals his lurking madness; his apathy becomes panic. Mick returns for the showdown: the tension breaks. A good play, well produced, well acted! Well done! J.P.R. "THE HOLE" "Curtain raisers" before Senior rugger matches are partly to entertain, and partly to give young players a taste of the "big-time". This was surely the justification for this production of "The Hole". Ian Lowe needs to train his actors coming up the School. It is not an easy play—some say it is a spoof. The Visionary, in the guise of a watchman, broods over a roadwork: a hole. Miller looked suitably enigmatic, and has potential. The others consider the hole, stare into it, purport to see visions in it, and argue the significance of those visions. Personally, I found it a little tedious, though there were amusing touches from the actors who coped rather well. If this seems to damn with faint praise, it is because only a production of the calibre of "The Caretaker" could have transcended the cold and gloom. In retrospect, I feel that the plays would have been better given on separate nights. J.P.R.

"I feel that instead of any inability to communicate there is a deliberate evasion of communication. Communication itself between people is so frightening that rather than do that there is a continual cross-talk, a continual talking about other things rather than what is at the root of their relationship." "I want to present living people to the audience, worthy of their interest primarily because they ARE, they exist, not because of any moral the author may draw from them." "Simple truth can often be something much more terrifying than ambiguity or doubt." 25

"The desire for verification is understandable, but cannot always be satisfied. There are no hard distinctions between what is real and what is unreal, nor between what is true and false. The thing is not necessarily either true or false; it can be both true and false. The assumption that to verify what has happened and what is happening presents few problems, I take to be inaccurate. A character on the stage who can present no convincing argument or information as to his past experiences, his present behaviour or his aspirations, nor give a comprehensive analysis of his motives is as legitimate and as worthy of attention as one who, alarmingly, can do all these things. The more acute the experience the less articulate its expression." Harold Pinter. "THE HOLE" by N. F. SIMPSON Tony Miller Toby Thomas Richard Bronk Sandy Day Chris Thwaites

The Visionary Endo Cerebro Soma Workman

"THE CARETAKER" by HAROLD PINTER

Brian Kay Marcus Haw Simon Wallace

Mick Aston Davies

Brian Macdonald, Tim Barker Kevin Dell, Tom Reay, Barry Creasy and Howard Gatiss PRODUCER: Ian Lowe

LIGHTING AND EFFECTS : STAGE CREW :

COMBINED CADET FORCE The appointment of the Senior N.C.O. returned to the R.A.F. Section after some years: Warrant Officer P. T. Atkinson became Contingent Warrant Officer. The Contingent was this year free from an Annual Inspection, which meant that normal training could go on more easily, but it also left us without the incentive that preparation for an Inspection always brings. However, we had several full uniform parades, sometimes with inspection by a visiting officer, and the standard of turn-out was often good, with 26

some cadets making strenuous efforts to make the best of themselves in uniform. Apart from visits to H.M.S. Caledonia by the Royal Navy Section, and numerous Air Experience Flying opportunities for the Royal Air Force Section, the highlights of the year came with two presentations by the Regular Army and a remarkable talk on Bomb Disposal by Major Markham, G.M., R.A.O.C., who gave us a vivid account of his dangerous work, showing above all the confidence that comes from training. The first Presentation was by the Royal Artillery in October; by films and talk, by models and professional demonstration the team gave us a splendidly informative picture of the weapons of the modern army and their place in the N.A.T.O. defence system. In February the Royal Signals gave a display. Here again we were shown the vital importance of Signals in a modern defence system; but the added attraction was the opportunity for cadets to handle so much of the sophisticated equipment which was set up in full working order. We are very grateful to the Presentation Teams of the Services who go to such careful lengths to explain their professional skills, and we would assure them that one of the most impressive things about these particular presentations was the obvious enthusiasm of the teams and the pride in their work. In January Lieutenant Bulcock went away for a year to teach in New Zealand, and in his absence Lieutenant Dawson has taken charge of the Royal Navy Section. The C.C.F. Shooters have had a full programme of competitive shooting, and there is a separate account of this. We would like to say here how pleased we are that Captain Le Tocq still gives so much of his time to Shooting all through the year. D.G.C.

ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION

During the School year 1975-6 W.O. P. T. Atkinson has been the N.C.O. in charge assisted by Cpls. Snowdon, Park and Holderness. Six members of Flight A completed their proficiency qualifications, Cpl. Holderness obtaining a distinction in Part 3. Thirteen of the 16 cadets in Flight B have passed Part 2 of the proficiency examinations, Cdt. Abbott obtaining a distinction. During the Summer Term six cadets joined the section from the Third Forms. R.A.F. Camp in 1975 was at Halton, Buckinghamshire, where ten cadets headed by Cpl. Park enjoyed a versatile programme which included flying, gliding, shooting, swimming and a very successful night exercise. Camp in 1976 was at Lossiemouth from 17th-24th July. There was no air experience flying during the Autumn Term but 11 cadets obtained flights at R.A.F. Finningley on Sunday, 22nd February. During the Summer Term air experience flying facilities for the School were transferred to Leeming. Here Wednesday, 26th May, 27

and Wednesday, 9th June, have been available with five and ten cadets respectively obtaining flights. With the departure of some senior cadets last year 'hang gliding has been held in abeyance. However, a group of cadets in the present Flight A hope to revive this activity in 1976-7 under the leadership of J. /Cpl. Wiggle. Among the achievements of the section in the past year W.O. P. T. Atkinson succeeded in passing 0 level Air Navigation on a very limited instruction time, and Cpl. Holderness qualified as a glider pilot during the Easter holidays. P.L.H.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD SCHEME THE CROCK OF GOLD

It seemed, as far as I remember, to be a rather simple job at the time, though the passage of the intervening years has doubtless dulled the memory. Possibly it should also be admitted that it is most unlikely that the niceties of the task were apparent to me, since I was rather young back in '50 and I couldn't possibly have appreciated the considerable problems of three dimensional geometry, involved in the alignment of a ball catch with its socket on the pantry door. Even at such a tender age I displayed a marked lack of patience as I held the door steady whilst my father painstakingly chiselled away; it seemed to take a time totally out of proportion to the problem, time enough for Dick Barton (Special Agent) to have extricated himself from many dilemmas and to have solved numerous apparently insoluble problems of much greater significance. I vividly recall not being too impressed when ringing in my ear I heard, "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing right". A well worn cliché perhaps, but full of meaning and worthy ideals. I hope those who have just completed their programme of activities for the Gold Award feel that they have lived up to its meaning. For my part, I am sure they have, and they have every reason to be proud of their achievement. Though five of the seven have worked through the Bronze and Silver stages to Gold during the last four years, one chose to omit Silver and one was a direct entrant at Gold, and in every case much has been accomplished in the two years needed for completion of the Gold Award. The Physical Activity section may have seemed rather inappropriate, particularly for those who have taken part at every level, but in most cases it allowed a different form of pursuit to be undertaken, resulting in a new experience. The Service section is, I believe, the most significant part of the Gold Award programme, since it presents a very real opportunity for a worthwhile contribution to the community. Several spent a year acting as voluntary National Park Wardens and in addition to enhancing the enjoyment of others, it proved to be a most rewarding form of service. The cycling proficiency scheme could not function 28

thout voluntary help and we are happy to have made a significant ntribution to this most worthwhile activity. The Residential Qualifican involves being away from home comforts for a week or so, to end a course designed to broaden the experience, and most chose join one of the numerous Acorn Camps which are organised by the tional Trust throughout the country. It seems to have been a most joyable week, and resulted in much worthwhile forestry work being e. The Interests section presents an opportunity and incentive to rsue a chosen enthusiasm to a level of considerable expertise and these re chosen wisely and have been rewarding. Indeed, those who chose 'mming have contributed significantly to that activity within the chool and have made tangible improvements to the amenities in the ool. Finally I would like to thank the Gold group for the contribution hey have made to the running of the Silver and Bronze. I hope they eel that they have benefited from their time in the scheme and that hey agree with me that the badge is merely an outward sign of a great hievement. We are very pleased to record the following awards: R. W. Parkinson C. A. F. Brown T. C. Moore G. F. Pritchard I. A. Nichols S. Bruce-Jones V. V. Matthews I hope this success will inspire others to continue to the Gold Award. D.H.H.

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SILVER AWARD

Having previously completed the Bronze Award, those who chose to ntinue to Silver took to it like "old hands", and apart from a few who d to succumb to the pressure of other interests, completed the ogramme successfully. The Physical Activity section involved some in all manner of gyrations the Sports Hall whilst others completed the ASA gold award personal rvival course. For the Service section some chose to learn more about the Fire Service, others became "Fifth-columnists" within the ranks of the Police, whilst the remainder learnt more about the care of animals under the direction of the R.S.P.C.A. Whilst most chose to walk on the North Yorkshire Moors for the expedition, some chose seemingly the more leisurely pursuit of cycling, but having seen them struggling over a contour line" on one occasion I think they are right to feel peeved at that less than accurate description. One of the walking groups had the audacity to set out to correct the Ordnance Survey map, resulting in a boulder-by-boulder description of walks on the moors. The personal Interests section is always the most difficult to administer. It calls for above average commitment to a chosen pursuit which may be golf, squash, war-gaming, taxidermy or one of a host of others. When someone's interest is seen to be flagging he must be, and is encouraged to continue, but the line between encouragement and enforcement is a fine one and some owe their success to possibly overzealous cajolement, but it is very difficult to stand by and watch someone flounder, when every other section of the award has run so smoothly. 29

Those concerned ought to remember that the Interests section is the only one which hinged on personal initiative rather than group organisation, whereas at Gold level the whole programme rests on the individual willingness to organise all sections of the scheme. In the end, however, I am satisfied that the following boys deserve the Silver Award: G. W. Tait A. H. Day M. B. Anderson S. C. Wetherell D. J. Fawthrop R. A. C. Bronk R. M. Wilkinson J. A. Lethem S. M. Burn R. J. T. Wilson J. W. Preece D. M. Caulton R. E. Craig D.H.H.

BRONZE AWARD

We owe thanks to the more senior members of the School's Award Group for much of the donkey-work that has gone into this year's 23 Bronze Awards. And thanks, perhaps, to the Bronze entrants for allowing themselves to be organised. Even at the beginning they were running round small circles (in the name of fitness). They must have wondered then, and since, if obtaining an Award involved anything else. It does. Eventually the whole group satisfied the Service section requirements by gaining British Red Cross Junior First Aid Certificates. There have been more individual satisfactions, too: many boys made the best possible use of the opportunities offered them by the Interest section, meeting assessors and supervisors well able to help them with a very diverse range of activities: Power-boating, with the assistance of a member of the R.N.L.I.; Ornithology, with help from a member of the B.T.O.; Vikings, with encouragement from a University Lecturer. It is almost invidious picking out individual examples since there were not really any exceptions. Some of these people were members of staff, some were outsiders: one of the best features of this level of the Award is the way in which people are willing to help. It is good, often, to see the help being returned later. The expeditions had their moments of spectacle and chaos; but eventually gave us two enjoyable weekends with a lot being learned about different—occasionally very different—areas of North Yorkshire, on foot or bicycles. It is all very pleasing to look back on, and we are proud to record the following successes: P. G. Fender S. J. Andrews W. N. B. Mortimer R. M. Barron C. Bean M. S. D. Blackburn S. M. Buckle M. R. Buckley R. D. Burton R. A. J. Dyson

S. J. Goodwin M. E. Hall P. M. Johnson D. Kay S. J. Megginson A. J. B. Miller

A. J. Powell G. N. Ray T. J. Raylor R. G. Sharp N. G. Townsend M. J. Tyson

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SCIENCE SOCIETIES SENIOR The season commenced with problems over dates for meetings at Queen Margaret's, and as a result only fifteen members of the Society were fortunate enough to attend an excellent talk on "Cancer". After glossing over general aspects of cancers, the speaker dwelt upon the subject of lung cancer, and produced statistics associating smoking with occurrence of lung cancer, which would induce uneasiness in the most robust of smokers. The speaker illustrated his talk with colour slides of tumours, and left a specimen of a cancerous lung, which seemed to act as an emetic to the nicotians of the Society. The most potentially interesting talk of the season on "Cosmetics" turned out to be disappointing as the speaker arrived without having been briefed about what was expected of her. However, Mrs. Jones gave an illuminating talk which proved to be informative for the members of Queen Margaret's. The most technical talk of the season proved to be a highly enjoyable one concerning "Pyrotechnics". The speaker illustrated his talk with various demonstrations of explosives, and at one time the speaker was obscured behind a cloud of purple smoke. After assorted bangs and noises, members left the smoke-filled room with a greater knowledge of how to disrupt Chemistry lessons. Dr. Stone informed us of the "Recent advances in medicine", which included advances in the field of gastroenterology in which the speaker is particularly interested. He showed a medical instrument, costing £3,000, used for internal examination which basically consisted of optical magnification apparatus attached to a long probe which can be inserted into the throat. We were informed with great relish by Dr. Stone that German doctors, whom he claims are less considerate than British doctors, discovered that if one probe is inserted into the throat, and the other probe is inserted into the opposite end of the alimentary canal, the two probes meet half-way; thus the entire alimentary canal can be examined. One of the most fascinating talks of the season was on "Biorhythms", given by Mr. Chipping of the Biorhythmic Research Association, who gave us an informative insight into the rhythms of the body. The rhythms of importance are those of intellectual ability, physical ability and sensitivity, and these approximately monthly cycles govern our behaviour. Mr. Chipping very kindly donated numerical information and a biorhythmic slide-rule to the Society in order that members could calculate their own cycles, which has proven popular during the weeks before exams, and so far there have been few complaints of inconsistency. Finally I would like to offer my thanks to David Young, the Treasurer, whose never ending efforts have helped to maintain the smooth-running of the Society, and, of course, to Mr. Harris who has exerted himself to provide yet another excellent season of talks. David and myself wish him all the best for the future. A.J.V.

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JUNIOR This Society was restarted at the beginning of the Easter Term, Mr. Butler kindly consenting to take charge. Since then it has flourished, with over 70 members; a large proportion of these attended most meetings. In the Easter Term we had one meeting with a guest speaker and one film meeting. Mr. B. Creasey gave a short talk on the history and techniques of Winemaking. He proceeded, with the help of his assistant, to show us how to make grapefruit wine and finally members sampled some of his produce. HIC! At the film meeting a film entitled "Airport", on the workings of London Airport, was shown. The only meeting of the Summer Term was a film meeting. Two films were shown which dealt with man's efforts to feed the growing population and the consequences of this action. I would like to thank Mr. D. J. Butler for arranging the meetings, and the House Representatives for publicising them. D.J.F.

THEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Despite lamentably low membership, the Society has been able to hold four meetings during the year. Perhaps it is the word "theological" which is off-putting, conjuring up a concept of profound religious discussion—whereas the Society's field is much broader than this. The first meeting was the customary one at which two members of Staff are asked the question "What do you believe in, and why?". Mr. Butler had had no Christian background, but became a committed Christian after attending what he described as a "Bible-thumping session". Mr. Hughes, in contrast, had come from a church-going family and had, without pressure from his parents, come to believe in God. Lively discussion followed the two talks. Canon Burbridge (the Precentor of York Minster) was the speaker at the next meeting: he spoke about the place of cathedrals in modern life. He lamented the fact that, although the Minster was part of Britain's heritage, it received no state aid towards its upkeep. Asked about the finances of the Minster, Canon Burbridge pointed out that many visitors did not contribute, and he admitted that an entrance fee in the future could not be completely ruled out. Mr. John Brown gave a very interesting illustrated talk on icons to a shamefully small audience. We saw slides of mosaics, icons and Russian Church architecture, all depicting many scenes from the Bible, the Transfiguration and the Crucifixion included. Our last speaker was Miss Gadd, talking about miracles. She could not say whether the miracles of the Bible (such as the crossing of the Red Sea, and Christ's miracles in the New Testament) were true or not; and she knew little of psychosomatic cures—but she did believe in some of today's miracles. Miss Gadd talked at length of Padre Pio, who had effected a cure on someone born with one leg three inches shorter than the other, and another girl who had had no eyelids. Miracles, the 32

speaker said, were inevitably open to doubt, but at some point, one had to accept that something was happening which was not accountable for in human terms. As for explanations, Miss Gadd could not hope to justify these actions: force-fields, a fourth dimension, something spiritual . . . In conclusion, I would like to thank all the speakers—and Mr. Kemp-Welch, who has run the Society for many years. I hope the Society continues to run in future years, perhaps regaining the popularity it merits. H.C.G.

PRINTING CROSSED KEYS PRINTERY Once again we are proud to report a very successful year. Although at the start of the year Gordon Fuller (our Master Printer) had left us, the vacancy was soon filled very adequately by Andrew Varley. Three 'apprentices' have started work with the Printing Press, and there is some promise for the future as regards staffing problems, both in the Typesetting and Printing departments. We have during the year been able to make the fullest use of the Typesetting equipment, installed last year. This has enabled us to push up productivity to even greater levels than was anticipated. Another factor about productivity has been the amount of 'overtime' worked by various people. While of course we would like to see our output increased even more, it is doubtful whether this can take place, unless more official time is made available to us. Besides the very many "Run-of-the-Mill" type jobs undertaken (see list below) we have made use of every opportunity to experiment with new techniques and ideas. This has been made possible by a more efficient use of our equipment, and the results, whilst not always apparent in the school, have generally been very pleasing. Two notable examples were the programmes produced for the "Iolanthe" production and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme Presentation of Awards. Both these programmes were ambitious, and though not perhaps as expertly produced as might be by a commercial printer, they were very successful. Various changes have been made in the equipment and works layout, and there are still some to be made. By the beginning of next school year, the Crossed Keys Printery will be at the final stage of its recent rapid growth. If present levels of support and investment are maintained then, we predict, the current high standards of quality should be maintained, and hopefully significantly improved. The following table shows the "Throughput" of Crossed Keys Printery over the years 1974/5 and 1975/6. 33

1975/6

1974/5 Job Type

No. printed

Value

No. printed

Value

Tickets Programmes Administration Shop Chits Others External

4,640 1,680 3,100 12,000 770 6,055

53.50 27.00 49.00 15.00 11.00 40.00

5,675 3,810 1,520 17,000 1,755 2,640

93.50 93.00 22.00 30.00 36.00 34.00

No. of jobs undertaken in 1974/5 39 1975/6 52 Production increase from 1974/5 to 1975/6=6.6% We have deliberately discouraged people from using our services as an evasion of high costs. The number of external jobs undertaken has as a result decreased, and the effect has been to allow us more time to concentrate on other productions. M.M.C.

CHESS CLUB, 1975-76 During the year fifteen matches were played of which we won six, drew two and lost seven. However, with one team dropping out from lack of support, one of our best wins did not count in the final analysis. The year has seen the development of a young team which, in coming fifth out of fifteen competing teams in the second division of the York league, shows promise for the future. Following Ian Heavens's departure at the end of the Christmas term we were forced to reshuffle the team which had played basically unchanged throughout the term, and the team took time to settle down, but thereafter played well. Regular members of the team: 1. W. J. Adler. 2. A. F. Heavens. 3. R. E. Craig. 4. J. P. Ross. 5. P. W. S. de Silva. 6. T. C. Stephenson. Also played: C. Bean, K. C. Brown, I. P. Heavens (Christmas term). The Chess Club has continued to meet at Thursday lunchtimes and has been efficiently run by Alan Heavens who organised (and won) a six-round Swiss competition during the Summer term. W.J.A. Score

Home Or

Date

Opponents

Away

Result St. P. Op't.

Thurs. 2nd Oct. Wed. 8th Oct. Wed. 15th Oct.

National Glass 2 Armstrongs 3 St. Pauls Y.C.

Home Away Home

Lost Won Won

2 44 5

4 14 1

Acomb York General 2

Away Home

Won Lost

5 21

1 34

(disallowed)

Thurs. 30th Oct. Wed. 12th Nov.

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Wed. 3rd Dec. Wed. 10th Dec. Tues. 13th Jan. Wed. 21st Jan Tues. 10th Feb. Mon. 16th Feb. Wed. 3rd Mar. Wed. 10th Mar. Thurs. 18th Mar. Wed. 24th Mar.

Armstrongs 2 AHGS Clifton Hospital Bootham Rowntrees Shepherds 2 Vickers 2 Nunthorpe York 2 Pocklington 2

Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Away Home

Wins 5 Draws 2 Losses 7 Out of 14 matches.

Lost Won Lost Lost Lost Draw Won Won Lost Draw Totals

2 4 11 1 21 3 5 31 21 3 42

4 2 44 5 34 3 1 21 31 3 42

Total Points Scored 42 Position in league 5 (DIV 2)

RADIO FIVE The most memorable event in the last year was the fund raising scheme "Ernie's Choice". This was based on a premium bond idea with a five pound note for a winner each week. The money went towards the buying of new equipment. I would like to thank all those who helped. Other events included a rock concert to raise money for Youth Action, York and the Northfield School for the Disabled, and the loan of our equipment to provide music for a S.I.S.S. dance. It had been hoped to extend the range of Radio 5 to Manor and Dronfield over the road but there were more important things for the School to spend money on so the scheme will have to wait. John Glen is taking over as the boy in charge of Radio S next year; I wish him well. I would like to thank all those who did shows or who helped in any way and special thanks go to Richard Barrett and Chris Westropp who devoted much of their time to helping Radio 5 run smoothly. A.Q.S.

CHRISTIAN UNION "The Christian Union will be meeting today at five minutes to one in Room Si and anyone who cares to come along will be most welcome . . ." An announcement similar to that has been made in Chapel nearly every Wednesday morning for the last four years: and that, basically, is all most people in the School know about the "C.U.". We tend to appear as an elite group who disappear behind closed doors and emerge half an hour later after participating in some mysterious ritual. That impression has perhaps been strengthened by the weeks when a few of us have taken Chapel. These services have been, to say the least, different. The C.U., however, wants neither to make any secret of what 35

we stand for nor to appear as just a freak movement. We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God (he proved it by rising from the dead) who is alive today, and that he can be known as a personal friend. It is this relationship which is important; not trying to follow his ethics, or going through the proper motions of worship, or simply living "nice" and moral lives, but experiencing the change Jesus makes in people's lives, as shown most dramatically by the early Christians. The CU was started by sixth-formers from St. Peter's and Queen Anne's and is run on informal lines. Meetings theoretically alternate between the two schools and are organised by a committee of the older members. In addition to these joint meetings we also hold weekly Bible studies on a Thursday lunchtime and we have appreciated the cooperation of the staff in organising these. So what is the C.U. and what does it do? It is run by committed Christians and we make no attempt to hide that, but anyone who is interested, however vaguely, comes to meetings. The C.U. is united in as much as those who know Jesus as a person have a great deal in common. And this special kind of friendship is expressed by gathering together to sing (usually modern songs to guitar accompaniment), by meeting for discussions or to see films, though more often to listen to a speaker for twenty minutes on a topic of general interest such as "Science and Creation". Meetings are seldom serious occasions in any case but have included humorous interludes such as a balloon debate. In order to get to know each other better we also meet outside school for social evenings, sport or to go to the theatre. If there is any real sense of unity it is because of the mutual friend many of us share, or as one American Underground Newspaper put it: "Rumour has it that a brother died for sins, came hack to life three days later and is coming again. Guess who?" I.J.A.

THE THRESHOLD .. My Temporal Lady

Too long, my temporal lady, did I Measure my life by you, Gaze at your hour-glass figure And watch my love flow through. For, like so many others, My hands have traversed your face Only to come to rest upon The irony of your waist. Now, with so much more time to make, I follow more reliable paces And the circles in which my hands move Avoid all double faces. And what will I remember Of your everlasting teens— The ticking and the tocking Or just the tucking in between? B. M. Kay, M VI. 36

Flight I lay on my back and listened, Riveted to Mother Earth yet lifted up by what I saw. The skylark, moving, yet like a statue, Mocked me with his scornful song; His every graceful, commanding movement Humbled me. I lay on my back and listened, The gradual crescendo came to a climax, The distant, daunting murmur became a deafening roar. This angular monster of the sky engulfed my senses, Its abstract form casting an evil shadow over me, And the shadow of death over life. Created to destroy. This man-made devil of the sky Revolted me. I lay on my back and thought. One bomber is a trespasser when it flies But there can never be too many birds in the skies. - R. P. Jemmett, III A. The River All around the ship as they lay at anchor yellow water sucked and chuckled. The sluggish current carried past a splintered box, a spar, the bloated bodies of a dog and a pig, and then something covered in sodden rags—eyes already bitten out by the sharp-toothed fish—a native's body. Across the river the bank trembled in the midday sun, bright as a fanned flame. The air was heavy and the wind slept. Temple bells rang faintly like tired tin cans. The river—the most sacred in all India— lay flat, oily, a serpent a mile wide reflecting the shimmering amber sun. The peasants laboured among the mustard flowers which stretched as far as the eye could see, into the lazy, misty foothills. The crescent-shaped bank presented a panorama of buildings—an array of shrines, temples and palaces rising tier on tier from the water's edge. The bank was lined completely with stone, with steps for bathing and cremation. It was at these bathing steps that the pilgrims were thickest—like flies on carrion. Some pilgrims washed themselves whilst in a boat, others clambered down the slimy green steps and walked in until the water lapped around their shoulders. Others merely washed their feet in the enigma which restored physical and mental vitality. A leper was carried down the narrow maze of dirty, dusty lanes. The bearers on reaching the steps walked cautiously down them and immersed him in the water. He screamed as the water stung his terrible sores. He began to chant a Brahman verse and drank the water. He was then carried out. As night drew in the smoke from the pilgrims' camp fires darkened the sky and their chantings drowned the ringing of countless bells. 37

On the bank a funeral pyre was just being lit. The group stood in the twilight, chanting. As the flames flared up the cantations grew louder. . . . The following morning when the flames had died down the natives came, picked up the ashes in baskets, walked solemnly down the steps and threw them into the river—the river to everlasting life. R. M. Barron, IV A. Le Condamne

Se tenant cloue hors de grace au mur blanchi, 11 cherit ses dernieres images du monde, Les imprimant avec soin sur son ame immonde; Bride du soleil maudit, it n'a plus d'ami. Des gouttes de sueur coulent sur sa figure; II les entend tomber par terre. La chaleur Lui fait engluer les paupieres de sueur, Aveuglant ses yeux d'une secretion impure. 11 sent la caresse de pluie sur sa peau, La grace de Dieu venue emporter sa peur. Sans honte it attend qu'on fasse arreter son coeur, Que les gouttes de son sang se melent aux eaux. Pourrie de guerre, sa vie n'est plus chere, Damne a la terre, sa mort, n'est plus amere. G. B. Brown, L VI. Le Trois Mai

Voila la peinture, accrochee sur son clou, oil on peut voir les morts, pas caches dans leur trou. Its y seront toujours. Il faut qu'on les regarde. Mais quand on les a vus, on va, et on bavarde. On essaie d'oublier les cadavres taches De sang. On ne parle pas de vies arrachees. Ce n'est que la peinture rouge, on les voit comme Des formes. On n'avoue pas qu'ils sont des hommes. Les meurtriers muets, le fusil a la main, Pourquoi sont-ils toujours en'train d'assassiner? Les morts n'auront—ils pas de repos souterrain? Les morts y resteront toujours, ni froids, ni pales. Mais on ne pourra jamais les reanimer, Les memes hommes dont on lit dans un journal. P. S. Lancaster, L VI. Pour Faire le Portrait d'un Motocycliste

Esquisser d'abord une moto Avec des pneus bien antiderapants; esquisser ensuite 38

des pompes a essence, des vetements en cuir pour le motocycliste; placer ensuite le papier contre une colline dans les montagnes ou bien dans une ville; se cacher dans l'herbe sans rien dire, sans bouger. Parfois le motocycliste arrive vite, mais it peut aussi bien mettre plusieurs jours. Quand le motocycliste arrive, s'il arrive, s'il essaie de s'asseoir sur la moto, esquisser immediatement la piste: ensuite esquisser la foule et des nuages de poussiere: s'il n'essaie pas de demarrer c'est mauvais signe, Mais s'il essaie de demarrer et s'il attend avec impatience le signal de depart C'est bon signe, signe que vous pouvez signer; alors vous arrachez tout doucement Un des rail de la roue et vous ecrivez votre nom dans un coin du papier. R. D. Burton, IV B.

Pour Faire le Portrait d'un Ours (d'apres Jacques Prevert) Peindre d'abord une caverne avec une grande entrée: peindre ensuite quelque chose a manger, quelque chose a boire, quelque chose d'utile pour l'ours: placer ensuite la toile contre un rocher dans un bois ou dans la montagne, se cacher derriere un autre rocher sans bouger: parfois l'ours arrive vite, mais it peut aussi bien y mettre de longues annees. Quand l'ours arrive, s'il arrive, attendre que l'ours entre dans la caverne: si l'ours ne mugit pas c'est mauvais signe mais s'il mugit c'est bon signe: alors vous signez votre nom dans un coin du tableau. C. G. Rymer, IV A. 39

ATHLETICS, 1975 STANDARDS The keen and lively interest in athletics and the inter-house standards competition, was reflected in the fact that all but one House managed to better their 1974 result. This improvement in standards is clearly illustrated by the last three years' results. Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's 7.31 8.90 5.91 1973 5.91 9.07 5.71 8.80 5.56 1974 9.92 6.17 8.30 7.82 1975 1st 2nd 3rd

1975 Queen's The Rise School House

School House Temple 7.33 8.25 7.66 7.01 8.73 8.75

Rise 7.40 8.06 9.46

Average points per boy 9.92 9.46 8.75

i In the Under 15 Standards section, C. Bean, K. P. Clarkson, R. I Pulleyn, N. Squire and M. J. Tyson all gained maximum points as di bl

R. C. Barker in the Under 16 group and C. J. Hirst and J. H. Larcom in the Under 17's set.

SPORTS Despite poor weather conditions for the Inter-House Athletic Sports the following School records were broken. C. J. Hirst of Temple set a new 1,500 m. time of 4 mins. 24.0 secs. R. C. Barker (Queen's) won the Intermediate High Jump with a new record jump of 1 m. 59 cm. C. Bean, also of Queen's, won the Junior Long Jump with a new mark of 4 m. 67 cm. The Athletics Shield was virtually a walk-over for Temple who amassed 941 points—nearly 30 points clear of their nearest rivals, Queen's, who had 65 points. Their victory was thanks mainly to their senior boys who made a clean sweep of all the athletic trophies. RESULTS:

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS SHIELD Points 1st Temple 94+ 2nd Queen's 65 47f 3rd The Manor 4th Dronfield 26+ 5th The Grove 181 6th 7th

The Rise School House

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Winner of the Gofton Cup (Senior 400 m.): R. F. Pulleyn. Winner of the Emsley Cup (1,500 m.): C. J. Hirst. Joint Winners of the Clive Lewis Cup (Senior Sprints): C. J. Hirst, S.

Winrow-Campbell. Winner of the Robinson Walker Cup (Senior 800 m.): C. J. Hirst.

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RUGGER, 1975-76 FIRST XV We ended the season as a good, well-balanced team. Only five of the thirteen School matches were lost but with the potential available the record should have been better. We got off to our usual lethargic start with some of the more established players not hitting form until after mid-term. One feels this is partly as a result of the lack of opportunity to prepare a future 1st XV during the Easter term as do several of our opponents. Three weeks' preparation prior to the first match is hardly adequate after an eight-month lay off. Initially the handling of the backs was woeful; however, once Twizell had learnt to give the ball straight out with Thomas and Pulleyn running on to the pass, it looked superb. Everything came right against Worksop whilst at Pocklington the forwards stuck doggedly at powerful opponents and the backs were sharp enough to capitalise. The defence could also be very good. The draw with Leeds and the one point defeat at Durham showed us at our most determined. None tackled better than wingers Glaysher and Denison who was promoted from the Under 16 Colts. At full back Potter could win matches with goal kicking and his fielding too was sound. The captain, Pulleyn, playing in the centre tried to do too much on his own but later scored some electric tries. The other centre, Kirby, also improved to play a well-balanced game. He scored the crucial try at Denstone and had an excellent game against Worksop. At fly half Thomas became so dominant that it is hard to remember his early lapses. Later on, he looked a player of real class with his competitive determination proving decisive against Pocklington. Twizell at scrum half was inclined to try too much himself, then found he could give a sharp service and did so. Graham won selection for the hooking spot against severe competition and he was strongly propped by Dench and Sherratt. Lister at lock was strong and surprisingly mobile—the cornerstone of the pack. In the early games we would have collapsed without him. The other lock, Stemmler, whose inclination is to rove the field, disciplined his game and still produced some great covering particularly at Barnard Castle. flaw at No. 8 was the fittest in the side and he was particularly prominent in the early games. Parker, a flanker promoted from the Under 16's has great potential as a mauling forward. His try against Leeds where he drove over after a boot and chase by Haw was typical of them both. The other flanker Turner was strong in the close exchanges. During the Christmas vacation Thomas played for the Durham County Under 19 Schools and Pulleyn and Lister had Yorkshire Under 19 Schools trials. They were a good team with a good spirit. All but two of the defeats (Bradford and Ampleforth) could just as easily have been victories. Team: Potter, Glaysher, Kirby, Pulleyn (Capt.), Denison, Thomas, Twizell, Dench, Graham, Sherratt, Stemmler, Lister, Turner, Flaw, Parker. All were awarded Colours, and Caps were awarded to Pulleyn, Thomas and Lister. J.P.R. 42

SECOND XV !II If winning is all important, then the 2nd XV had a mediocre season.

They won five and lost six of their eleven fixtures. However, as crowd pleasers they could hardly have been better, as less than two goals separated both sides on nine of the eleven matches. Despite playing some entertaining rugby their lack of penetration in attack, and weak tackling under pressure, cost them many a victory. The talent in the side was undisputed and from the selected XV no less than nine players had experience in the 1st's. However, talent and enjoyment do not win matches and so it is difficult to judge the season on results alone. Those players who represented the lst's did so commendably and selection of Colours was made difficult with R. W. Egleton, D. I. Riley and A. J. S. Temple finally taking the honours. The final analysis was made on their contribution to the 2nd XV, and though other boys would be justified in considering themseleves better players—none gave better service. The following were official Second Team players: N. J. Radford, P. C, Clare, B. M. Kay, C. C. Harland, A. J. S. Temple, D. I. Riley, G. B. Brown. M. D. Willetts, R. W. Egleton, G. Knowles, D. R. Duthie, T. C. Moore, S. Bruce-Jones (Capt.), P. A. Newdick, A. S. Newstead, R. F. Hart. T.T.

THIRD XV After a number of lean years, the 3rd XV discovered an excellent enthusiasm for the game and a skill and winning capacity which surprised several people, not least the players themselves. Slow to find their rhythm early on and betrayed by two or three incidents of flat-footedness they went down 0-24 to Silcoates 2nd XV. The next match at Woodhouse Grove produced an 11-0 victory and some of their best rugby, with Harland's experience crucial in the centre, and Glover, a late arrival on the scene, showing us all, and himself, that he could play a bit in the back row. With growing confidence they tackled, and convincingly defeated, Barnard Castle in a game where the team's new attitude was best illustrated by Driffield's dogged refusal to stay off the field, while suffering an unpleasant arm injury. Scarborough College gave way in a rather untidy fixture and then came the first real reversal at Giggleswick. A long journey, possibly, had dulled the edge of many players and this apathy permeated the rest of the team, going down to a useful side which they had heavily defeated the previous year. In a 3-0 victory over Fyling Hall 1st XV, a little confidence was restored, however nervously, thanks, as it turned out to a fine Simon Wallace penalty. Simon's place-kicking, often of siege-gun proportions, threatened visiting sides often and took him into Queen Anne's field on a few occasions. Ampleforth, more powerful then even they have been for some years, were held to 0-21 in atrocious conditions, thanks to a determined defence and even some impressive attack. In this defeat, ironically, some of the confidence returned and the ball started moving again. The return match at home to Fyling Hall was again hard-fought and enthusiastically supported on both sides. That we were eventually clear winners does little credit to a keen and friendly team whom we hope to entertain for many years. Worksop, who had defeated us last year, were a most impressive-looking 43

side in the early part of the game but were overwhelmed by a fine exhibition of back-up play and we came home 39-0. The final match against Pocklington proved to be a little too much and thwarted any plans to finish a good season on a high note. None the less, the spirit prevalent during the season was a credit to all the team and to the captaincy of Niall Monro who showed a fine example in his pressure kicking from set pieces. Players: Abbey, Clout, Collingwood-Gittins, Dalby, Day, R. C. C. Dee, Dietrich, Driffield, Duthie, Gargan, Glover, M. Gray, Harland, C. P. Johnson, K. W. Kerr, G. J. King, N. P. Monro (Capt.), T. C. Moore, Snowdon, R. H. Taylor, R. M. Turner, Wallace, Simpson, Winrow-Campbell, Witty. A.W.R.

UNDER 16 XV (Senior Colts) The Senior Colts season got off to a fine start with over 100 points being scored in the first four matches, thanks to fine wins against Hymers College, Ashville College and Nunthorpe G.S. 2nd XV. Victories against Ampleforth and Durham in mid-season were nail-biting affairs but the School pulled off the necessary efforts. The remaining matches were good matches and the final victory against a strong Pocklington side completed a remarkable unbeaten season. At full back Julian Hughes tackled most bravely and was responsible for more than one victory. The wingers James McKinlay and Edward Parkinson ran strongly and were always difficult to stop. In the centre Philip Kilmartin was most elusive and Paul Johnson frequently cut through the opposition to make good tries. John Glen was a fine captain and always marshalled his side well. Gordon Tait did well, quickly getting the ball away yet making elusive runs on his own on many occasions. In the forwards Paul Morcom hooked well and was ably supported by Stephen Humphreys and Tim Newstead, the latter being perhaps the most devastating player in the side, with his turn of speed which often shocked the opposition. In fact Tim was leading try scorer which is all the more remarkable from prop. The lock forwards Kevin Kerr (a fine leader) and Chris Hawkswell pushed many packs back and claimed much possession in the line-outs. Mark Wilson, Roddy Turner, Gary King and Adrian Wright all covered miles of ground covering and gaining loose possession in addition to scoring tries. All this was achieved without the services of Nigel Denison and Mike Parker who deservedly gained selection for the 1st XV. The team was: J. J. R. Hughes, H. J. McKinlay, C. P. Johnson, P. S. Kilmartin, E. M. Parkinson, M. J. Glen, G. W. Tait, S. W. Humphreys, J. P. Morcom, T. J. Newstead, C. Hawkswell, K. W. Kerr, A. J. Wright, G. J. King, A. R. Turner, M. E. Wilson. All were awarded their Colts' XV Colours. B.A.

UNDER 15 'A' XV The team, comprising a number of powerful and talented players, proved more than a match for most of their opponents, as the results clearly indicate. Notable victories were gained against Archbishop Holgate's G.S. when 44

the team played splendidly to over-run a competent side 32-6, and against Ampleforth College when, having lost a first match 14-20, the team once again showed its potential by winning a second encounter 8-4. However, against stern opposition the team sometimes tended to lose its sense of collective responsibility and individual skills were squandered through lack of cohesion. Next season greater maturity should bring good prospects for the team which has been very ably led by Nicholas Hare and Julian Wilson. I

D.H.

UNDER 14 COLTS XV A record of six victories out of sixteen matches does not normally provide optimism for the future; however, such bald facts do little credit to the players. This year's intake was characterised by a considerable lack of pace and size which, whilst being necessary requisites at all levels of rugby, are particularly decisive factors at this level. These were partly offset by a depth of skill and enthusiasm well above average. Several matches were lost by narrow margins often as a result of breakaway tries as was the case against Barnard Castle, Pontefract and Hymers, but against sides of comparable physique, the quality of rugby produced was extremely high as exhibited against Ashville, Silcoates and Ampleforth. Although the side lacked outstanding players it was pleasing to see the development of a back division which when given good ball produced slick movements sometimes nullified by the faster opposition's cover. Both wingers, Julian Guy and John Howie, improved enormously whilst the strong running of Charles Burdass at fly half and Ian Hindhaugh well complemented the highly skilful play of Nigel Chapman. Mike Johnson developed I into a competent scrum half with a shrewd kick and an eye for a break whilst Peter Burdess at full back always gave of his best and never lacked courage. The forwards were well led by Cliff Irwin at loose head prop. He provided a sound base for hooker Mike Thompson who with David Gardner at tight head prop worked tirelessly in the loose. The locks, Rod Craig and Julian Clayton provided a plentiful supply of line out ball but lacked aggression in the loose. This was partly offset by two of the most outstanding for' wards, Paul Greenwood and Paul Nicholls, ably backed up by Guy Nettleton at No. 8. After a disastrous start, the Colts have undoubtedly improved in both individual and team skills. Their lack of size and speed will always make matches difficult to win but if all the team can retain their enthusiasm there 1 is no reason why these players in future years should not develop into a wellbalanced team capable of playing a good standard of enjoyable rugby. The Under 14 'Ws had a very successful and thoroughly enjoyable season with only one of their four defeats being against a genuine U.14 'B' side. Like !the 'A' XV they lacked physique and speed but never enthusiasm or skill. Under Chantry's captaincy the quality of their play was of an extremely high level. Several players when brought into the 'A' XV gave a good account of themselves, notably Rowbottom, Lister, Lodge and Wilson. The depth of fir nt was indicated when a 'C' XV played their one and only match and need Hymers College by 30 3. J.W.R.H. -

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THE OLD PETERITE MATCH This was played on the last Saturday of term with snow lying on the pitch It was a great occasion, a festive match, the Old Boys winning by a singl point 14-13. As far as the School is concerned, it was a fitting end to th Christmas term, far better than the Wednesday fixture, parents and old boy' were watching in force as well as the School. The Universities had comel down and contributed recent Old Boys as players and spectators; old friend were everywhere. Despite the snow, it was not at all a bad game with Ha and Pulleyn prominent for the School and Phillips and Dickinson for th s Old Boys. We sympathise with those O.P. players whose commitments with senio ' club sides preclude Saturday but is it really a bad thing? They often make th O.P. side too strong for the boys and they may keep out of the O.P. sid s players who otherwise rarely play rugger. In the years ahead when they ha v dropped from their Club and County 1st XV's into coarse rugby they wi S find nostalgia and a warm welcome in the O.P. side and also from the Scho side anxious to take advantage of their anno domini! J.P.R.

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There were several contenders for the most improved player. Runners u were David Riley and Anthony Temple both of whom became very goo( 2nd XV players, but the winner, David Lister won his 1st XV cap in his firs year on Game 1. Though a team player up the School, he was not out standing. This season, particularly in the early games, he carried the whole pack with him in the heavy work which is essential for a team's success. J.P.R.

RESULTS First XV Sat. 27th Sept. Wed. 1st Oct. Wed. 8th Oct. Sat. 11th Oct. Wed. 15th Oct.

Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts (home) Silcoates School (home) ... Woodhouse Grove School (away)

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Ashville College (home) Denstone College (away) Leeds G. S. (home) ... Wed. 5th Nov. Giggleswick School (away)... ... Sat. 8th Nov. The King's School, Pontefract (away) Sat. 15th Nov. Ampleforth College (home) ... ... Wed. 19th Nov. Barnard Castle School (away) ...

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Wed. 26th Nov. "A" XV v Scarborough College (home) Sat. 29th Nov. Worksop College (home) ...

Sat. 6th Dec. Sat. 13th Dec.

Pocklington School (away) ... Old Peterites (home) ... ...

Wed. 8th Oct. Sat. 11th Oct, Wed. 15th Oct. Sat. 1st Nov. Wed. 5th Nov.

Woodhouse Grove School (away) Bradford G. S. (home) Ashville College (away) Leeds G. S. (home) Giggleswick School (home) ...

Sat. 8th Nov.

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Silcoates 2nd XV (home) Woodhouse Grove (away) Barnard Castle (home) Ashville College (home) Giggleswick (away) Fyling Hall 1st XV (away) Ampleforth (away) ... Fyling Hall 1st XV (home) ... Scarborough College 2nd XV (home) ... Worksop College (home) Pocklington School (home) ...

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Hymers College (home) ... Barnard Castle School (away) ... Ashville College (home) ... Nunthorpe G. S. (home) Ampleforth College (home) • • • ... Durham School (home) Worksop College (away) ... Nunthorpe G. S. (away) ... Pocklington School (home) ...

Under 15 Colts XV Wed. 8th Oct.

Sat. I I th Oct. Wed. 15th Oct. \ . Wed. 5th Nov. 10 Sat. 8th Nov. 9 Wed. 12th Nov. !3 Sat. 15th Nov. 12 Wed. 19th Nov. 19 Sat. 22nd Nov. 3 Wed. 26th Nov. II Sat. 29th Nov. 12 Wed. 3rd Dec. 2'- Sat. 6th Dec. 44 Wed. 21st Jan. 11 Sat. 24th Jan. Wed. 4th Feb. I" Wed. 11th Feb. 4 Sat. 14th Feb. 10 Sat. 21st Feb.

Woodhouse Grove School (home) Barnard Castle School (away) Ashville College (away) ... ... Giggleswick School (home) ... The King's School, Pontefract (home) •.• Ampleforth College (home) ... ... Silcoates School (away) Durham School (home) ... Scarborough College (away) ... ... Hymers College (away) ... ... Worksop College (away)... Archbishop Holgate's G. S. (home) ... ... Pocklington School (away) ... Hymers College (home) ... Pocklington School (home) ... ... Ampleforth College (home) ... Archbishop Holgate's G. S. (away) ... Silcoates School (home)

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Under 14 Colts XV Wed. 8th Oct. Sat. 11th Oct. Wed. 29th Oct. Sat. 8th Nov. Sat. 15th Nov. Wed. 19th Nov. Sat. 22nd Nov. Wed. 26th Nov. Sat. 29th Nov. Sat. 6th Dec. Wed. 21st Jan. Wed. 4th Feb. Wed. 11th Feb. Sat. 14th Feb. Wed. 18th Feb. Sat. 21st Feb.

Woodhouse Grove School (home) ... ... Barnard Castle School (home) ... Archbishop Holgate's G. S. (home) ... The King's School, Pontefract (home) Silcoates School (away) ... Durham School (home) ... Scarborough College (away) ... Hymers College (home) ... Worksop College (away) ... Pocklington School (home) ... Hymers College (away) ... ... ... Ampleforth College (home) Archbishop Holgate's G. S. (away) Silcoates School (home) ... Hymers College (home) ... ... Ashville College (home) ...

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Woodhouse Grove School (home) ... ... Nunthorpe G. S. "A" XV (away) Fyling Hall School Junior XV (away) Silcoates School (away) Durham School (home) Fyling Hall School Junior XV (home) Hymers College (home) Hymers College (away) Silcoates School (home) Hymers College (home)

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RUGBY FIXTURES, 1976 25th Sept. Saturday Wednesday 29th Sept. Wednesday 6th Oct. Saturday 9th Oct. Wednesday 13th Oct. 16th Oct. Saturday Wednesday 20th Oct. Wednesday 3rd Nov. Saturday 6th Nov.

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Any Old Peterite wishing to play in the Old Boys' match against the School should apply to J. R. Wood, "Mayfield", Stockton-on-Forest, York. Tel. York 400305 or J. W. R. Hutt at the School. Tel. York 52660. We would also like to turn out a 2nd XV against the O.P.'s if there were sufficient interest.

HOCKEY, 1976 The hockey season this year promised well with increased fixture lists

• at first, second and colts eleven level. We should as well begin to notice

( the benefit of some option hockey and the increase of colts fixtures 7 ilait year. 0 first eleven, captained by John Twizell, had a mixed season. 00 The he team worked hard and showed flashes of the talent which they had. were unable to sustain it, however, and were not rewarded by the 0 which they so often deserved. Our defence was strong and often 3 Mess, and this type of defence can lead to penalty corners and flicks land a number of matches were lost or drawn in this way. John Twizell led the side and by his own efforts spurred them to give of their best. The second eleven, captained by Richard Egleton, started the season 2 'ell with some fine scores but rather lost momentum. There was some Me play by some of the younger members of the side and this experience hould stand them in good stead next year. This year the colts eleven had a much expanded fixture list. They proved steadily as the season went on and should find the match aperience very useful. Timothy Burdass led them well and he should e pleased with the performance of his team. On the less elevated level a lot of hockey was enjoyed by the rest of he Club and I hope that this will continue to be so. Finally I should like to thank everyone who helped, whether playing, mpiring or coaching, for a very enjoyable season. R.H.H.

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First Eleven from : J. H. Twizell* (Captain), D. J. Young,* S. Bruce-Jones.*

M. Parkinson,* R. W. Parkinson,* F. T. Abbey,* J. Noble,* N. P.

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School's opening match, where the team played an attacking game, ch tended to leave gaps at the back. Leeds scored two quick goals 49

before the School's defence settled down. The School fought back we with goals from Alan Tait (2) and David Thomas, but eventually lost very exciting match 3-4. v. Ashville College This was the School's most convincing performance, totally ou playing a novice Ashville side. The School won 6-0 with goals fro Alan Tait (2) Richard Parkinson (2), John Noble and David Thomas. v. Scarborough College In a match we would dearly have loved to have won, and althou the School dominated throughout we were unable to turn all o possession into a goal. v. York H.C. Against a team of nine first XI club players the School put up brave performance. Despite a scoreline of 5-0, three of which wer conceded in the last five minutes, in no way were we disgraced. In th words of the Evening Press; David Young had a "brilliant game" i goal, including a penalty save, and Peter Clare was "magnificent". v. Pandas A Pandas team including Bill Cloughton and Bill Pickersgill heat 6-1. The solitary School reply was from John Twizell. v. Worksop College The School did well against a very well drilled Worksop team. School was taken by surprise by the speed of the Worksop pitch, after conceding three early goals the defence settled down and more held its own for the rest of the match.

v. Styx An excellent performance against a very skilful Styx side that a lot more of the play. Alan Tait scored a fine goal, but the yr eventually lost by conceding a penalty flick in the second half. score 1-2. v. Bootham School A good victory for the School against our local rivals, revenge for last year's defeat. Two first half goals, one by Peter Clare and the other by R' Parkinson, were easily enough for a good 2-0 victory. v. Archbishop Holgate's Grammar School

Despite playing better than A.H.G.S. and having most of the with Niall Monro, as always, covering a lot of ground and Nigel R unfortunately hitting the post, the School lost from a solitary flick, 0-1. 50

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SECOND ELEVEN RESULTS:

Bootham Won 6-1 Junior Leaders, Strensall Won 4-1 Scarborough College Won 4-0 Welton Wanderers Cancelled Pandas H.C. Lost 4-1 Worksop College Lost 1-5 Bootham Lost 6-0 A.H.G.S. Won 0-5 Second Eleven from: R. W. Egleton, S. W. Wallace, G. Knowles, J. Hughes, D. V. Clout, G. W. Tait, J. H. Larcombe, R. M. Stringer, Gargan, I. R. Pullan, F. T. Abbey, D. A. J. Thomas. COLTS ELEVEN RESULTS: Welton Colts Lost 2-0 Bootham Won 7-0 Scarborough College Lost 2-1 Worksop College Lost 0-2 A.H.G.S. Drew 0-0 Colts Eleven from : T. J. Burdass, J. R. Markwick-Smith, D. M. Caul M. E. Wilson, R. E. Craig, J. P. Ross, R. Collingwood-Gittins, J. R. D. C. Smakman, P. S. Kilmartin, J. H. Baggs, S. M. Burn.

BOAT CLUB 1975-76 Christmas Term This year we welcomed back Mr. Du Croz from his year's exchange visit to the U.S.A. to again take control of the club. The Christmas term was spent maintaining all our hard-worked equipment; we varnished all the clinker training boats, and gave our two clinker fours complete refits. Other equipment such as oars and bicycles were repaired and painted. All the work was done by members of the club, under the supervision of Mr. Du Croz, and other club officials. Easter Term At the start of the Easter term it was decided to form a senior squad, which meant the senior end of the club training in various combinations in eights and fours; the idea being to develop adaptable oarsmen, who would row well together when crews were finally picked for the Heads of the rivers. The first event of the season was the Tyne head of the river. As the, event clashed with half term, a scratch four entered with very little train ing behind them. The result was that they came a very commendable 4th place with a time of 18min. 1 lsec. After half term serious training for the coming events started, the first of these being the Trent head of the river, in which the first VIII rowed, and came 4th- in the senior C eights, beating two senior C crews a senior B crew and two elite crews. In the Yorkshire head of the river at York, the School was well represented—having four IVs in the event. The 1st IV came 3rd in the senior B division. The senior C and junior 52

fours both came 2nd in their events, beating five other crews and four other crews respectively. The Colts 1st four had an extremely good row, and won the novice division very convincingly, beating their nearest rivals from Sheffield City Boat Club by 46sec., over approximately a 21 min. row. Summer Term It cannot be denied that the club has had a rather disappointing term, with only one event being won (by the Colts 1st IV) out of all the open regattas entered; especially when we look back and see how encouraging the Easter term Head of the river results were. Below is a summary table of how all the competitive crews fared throughout the season, showing lists of all outside crews beaten directly by St. Peter's Boat Club crews, showing that although a crew may not win an event, they can still be proud of their achievement if they reach the final or semi-final. We must mention some particular successes. The 1st IV probably produced their best form late on in the season at Durham and Tees regattas, having very close and exciting races on both the Saturday and Sunday at Durham, and being knocked out in the final by a strong St. Leonard's School crew. The senior C IV and Junior IV both did well on home ground, the Senior C IV reaching the semi-final at York summer regatta, and the Junior IV reaching the final at York Spring regatta. The Colts 1st IV were the most successful crew of the season, winning the Mackay Challenge Cup at Durham Wear regatta, winning the Colts division at our invitation regatta and reaching the final at Bradford sprint regatta. The Novice crews worked hard to gain status during the term, but the nearest they got to their goal was to be finalists at both the Durham Wear regatta, and the Nottingham City regatta. At the end of the Summer term there was some extremely exciting house rowing. After much battling the results were as follows : Senior House Rowing Cup — School House. Junior House Rowing Cup — School House. Jollyon Smith Cup (Sculling) — K. C. Brown. Other cups presented : Andrew Sherris Cup for Coxing — A. P. P. Gray. Cup for Most Improved Oarsman — N. Morris. In conclusion I should just like to thank, on behalf of the club : Mr. and Mrs. G. Gray, who have towed our trailer to many regattas, and helped us in many other ways; the Supporters Club Dance Committee and all the coaches who work so hard throughout the term, including Mr. John Hood. Officers for 1976 /77 : Captain: Kevin Brown. Vice-Captain : George Crowther. Boatswain: Robert Marsland. Senior Cox : Philip Johnson. N.J.R. 53

1st VIII: Bow—T. C. Moore (C. A. F. Brown) 2—I. A. Nichols (M. L. M. Warne) 3—P. A. Stemmler 4th Senior C eights at Trent (T. C. Moore) 4—J. Snowdon 5—C. G. A. Morcom (P. A. Stemmler) 6—N. J. Ramsden (I. A. Nichols) 7—K. C. Brown (C. G. A. Morcom) Str. —L. S. Wilson Cox—A. P. P. Gray Beat: Nottingham and Union B.C. Burton Leander B.C. Newcastle University B.C. Derby R.C. Sheffield R.C. Sheffield University B.C. 1st IV: 4th Senior B fours at York Bow—K. C. Brown Finalists at Tees regatta. 2—N. J. Ramsden 3—C. G. A. Morcom Str. —L. S. Wilson Cox—A. P. P. Gray Beat: Tees R.C. Kingston Hull R.C. Durham School B.C. Grey College B.C. Graduate Society B.C. (Durham) Durham School Colts Senior C IV: 2nd York Head. Bow—P. S. Spencer Semi-finalists at York summer 2—J. Snowdon (G. A. Crowther) regatta. 3—P. A. Stemmler (J. N. C. Turner) Str.—I. A. Nichols Cox —P. D. Johnson (R. D. Burton) Beat: Bradford School B.C. Whitby Friendship R.C. Sheffield City R.C. Archbishop Holgate's Grammar School University Graduates Society B.C. Tees R.C. Junior IV: 2nd York Head. Bow—C. A. F. Brown Finalists at York Spring. 2—M. L. M. Warne (J. Snowdon) 3—T. C. Moore Str.—G. A. Crowther (M. L. M. Warne) Cox—P. D. Johnson (A. P. P. Gray) 54

Beat: Durham School B.C. Bradford G.S.B.C. Kingston Hull R.C. Derby R.C. Durham A.R.C. St. Leonard's School B.C.

Its 1st IV: Bow—J. P. Morcom 2—R. M. Turner 3—D. Cooper Str. —R. Marsland Cox —N. S. Hawking

1st at York Head. Won the Mackay Challenge Cup at Durham Wear. Finalists at Bradford Sprint. Won at St. Peter's School invitation regatta.

Beat: Sheffield City R.C. Newcastle Polytechnic York University University College Durham Archbishop Holgate's Grammar School York City R.C. Bradford City R.C. Nottingham High School Nottingham B.C. Bradford G.S.B.C. Lancaster R.G.S. Durham School Durham A.R.C. ovice IVs: Bow—G. Morris

Finalists at Nottingham City regatta. (P. S. Spencer) Finalists at Durham Wear regatta.

2—N. Morris (G. A. Crowther) 3—P. S. Spencer (K. C. Brown) Str. —G. A. Crowther (N. J. Ramsden) Cox —P. D. Johnson (R. D. Burton) Beat: Soham Village College Peterborough R.C. Bedford School University College B.C. Archbishop Holgate's Grammar School York City B.C. (Colts 2nd IV: Bow—J. R. Macfarlane 2—S. Wetherell 3—K. Murray Str.—A. M. Ewing (G. Morris) (D. Burton) Cox—R. Brown Junior Colts: Bow—Ray 2—Mortimer 3—Sharp Str. —Powell Cox —Brooke

Bow—Linton 2--Squire 3—Leckenby Str. —McCarter Cox —Spencer

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Bow—Motion 2—Greenwood 3—Quirke Str.—Townsend Cox —Storey

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CROSS COUNTRY, 1976 Conditions were ideal for this year's cross country so it was no surprise really when Chris Hirst's winning time of 22 mins. 37.9 secs., became the new record. That apart, the main interest revolved around the team contest between Queen's and The Manor. The first six runners from each house count towards the inter-house trophy and Queen's whose 6th runner was placed 19th overall, could well have expected to win. Manor however. had 4 of the first 7 runners and this was good enough to secure them No. 1 team position. RESULTS :

4 E. P. V. Storey (Manor) 5 F. T. Abbey (Queen's) 6 K. J. Miller (Queen's) 7 G. F. Pritchard (Manor) 8 J. F. Ellison (Rise) 9 N. E. R. Brown (Queen's) 10 S. Wilson (School House)

1st C. J. Hirst (Temple)* 2nd M. P. Haw (Manor)

3rd C. C. Harland (Manor)

* New Record Time: 22 mins. 37.9 secs. TEAM SCORES

The Manor Queen's The Rise The Grove Temple School House Dronfield

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63 71 134 136 177 186 218

THE JUNIOR LONG RUN In the inter-house Junior competition we had the largest number of competitors as yet, with 161 starters and finishers! Kevin Miller's winning time of 18 mins. 21.7 secs. was well outside the record time but was nevertheless a creditable performance. With 12 places counting towards the Inter House Junior trophy, it is the minor placings which count in this competition and this time Queen's were able to score well "at the back" and clinch the trophy. RESULTS:

1st K. J. Miller 2nd J. F. Ellison 3rd W. G. M. Nicholson 4 R. G. Sharp 5 A. B. Tuck 6 P. J. Nichols 7 M. P. Kerr 8 S. J. Goodwin 9 J. M. V. Storey 10 D. R. Kaner

TEAM SCORES:

Queen's The Manor The Rise Temple School House The Grove Dronfield

383 443 455 486 516 648 785 T.T.

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1ST XI, 1976 K. Mohan, Esq., R. Collingwood-Gittins, N. J. Radford, D. N. Potter, G. W. Tait, J. S. M. Thomas, D. Kirby Esq. J. S. Taylor, C. T. Brockbank, P. C. Clare (Capt.), D. I. Riley (Vice-Capt.), R. M. Stringer, M. I. Glen.

CRICKET RETROSPECT After the promise of the 1975 season it is a pleasure and perhaps something of a relief to be able to report on an outstanding 1976 season. The strength in depth at the top of the School was shown in a number of ways; there was a successful and attractive 1st XI and an unbeaten 2nd XI, and for the first time a series of 3rd XI matches was arranged. The 1st XI had an unlucky and disheartening start to the season. losing to Sedbergh and M.C.C. in the first week; in both matches the weather played a significant part. Thereafter the team was undefeated in all matches, and of the remaining eight school matches seven were won and only one drawn, and that a moral victory if ever there was one. The strength of the XI lay in a talented attack supported by good fielding especially near the wicket, and effective batting. The main bowling honours were shared by Peter Clare and David Riley, who took 82 wickets between them. Clare's ability to make an early breakthrough and also to remove the later batsmen quickly was a tremendous asset. He was well supported with the new ball by John Taylor. Riley continued to develop into a high-class leg-spinner, though it was only towards the end of term that he got the wickets he deserved. The rest of the attack was made up of three more slow bowlers, Nigel Radford with his off-spin and two very promising left-arm spinners, Gordon Tait and Richard Collingwood-Gittins. The batting, if not outstanding, was usually equal to the task demanded of it. Every member of the team was capable of scoring runs and in a way it was a pity that some of the later batsmen had few chances to build an innings. The leading run-scorer was Mark Stringer, who recovered from a poor start to score 461 runs. He scored runs consistently, but must have felt disappointed at losing his wicket five times in the forties. Peter Clare also topped 400 runs and played some fine innings, hitting the ball in front of the wicket with great power. At the end of the season, David Riley was batting as we knew he could and he scored over 200 runs in the last five innings. It was good to see Chris Brockbank find form late in the term and David Potter proved to be a valuable hard-hitting middle order batsman. It was a good fielding team. The outfielding was sound with Chris Brockbank at times brilliant in the covers, but the most encouraging aspect was the close catching, particularly of John Taylor and David Potter. The fielding cup was won by Taylor, who showed himself to be a fine fielder in any position and who took several superb catches at gulley or short-leg. The 2nd XI had a splendid season and were undefeated in their eight matches. James Thomas and Niall Monro led the team with great enthusiasm. Some of the younger players, Stephen Brown, Julian Hughes, Mike Parker and James Ross, scored most of the runs, whilst another fifth-former, Kevin Kerr, was the leading wicket taker with 21 wickets.. The Senior House Cup was retained by the Manor, but they had to survive a major crisis in the first round against Queen's and also had problems in the semi-final against Dronfield and in the final against the Rise. The Junior House Cup was won by the Rise, who defeated the Manor in the final. The Single wicket competition for the Yeomans 58 -

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up was won by Peter Clare. In the final he narrowly defeated Julian ughes who did extremely well to reach that stage. This report would of be complete without a special word of thanks to Andrew Naylor, ho has been an excellent scorer and has really been another member the team. . The term finished with the splendid news that both Peter Clare and

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This committee came into being after an informal meeting at the School in November, 1975, of parents and members of staff, who were teen to help the cricket in the School. At this first meeting, a comnittee was formed, comprising five parents and two members of staff. the aims of the committee were to encourage support for all the 'School teams, to develop the social atmosphere for the cricket supporters and to help to improve the cricket facilities at the School. It was agreed hat the first objective should be to provide covers for the 1st XI held. During the winter, two social functions were held at York C.C., 'soth of which were much enjoyed. The highlight of the year was un:

doubtedly the Barbecue, held on the Friday evening of Commemoration. Such was the success of the evening, both socially and financially, that the general opinion was that it should become an annual event. If so, the Barbecue Committee guarantee that they will solve the problem of dust. By the end of the season the covers for the 1st XI field had been ordered and thanks to the efforts of many people, the Committee was in a position to meet the substantial cost. Whilst it might be invidious to single out individuals for special mention, I feel that the thanks of all should be given to Bill Kerr, the Chairman of the Committee, to Jim Wright, the Chairman of the Barbecue Committee, to Harry Clare, who probably spent more of the summer in York rather than his home town of Huddersfield and who ran the Bar at the Barbecue, and to Richard and Norma Hobson, who, in addition to allowing us to use their farm for the Barbecue, did an enormous amount of work. Thanks also must be expressed to all the wives and girl-friends who did so much work for the three functions during the year. An important date for your diary: 1 1th December. The Cricket Club's first dance, to be held at the School. D.K. 3rd XI CRICKET This has been the first summer in which St. Peter's has fielded a 3rd XI side and as such Mr. Armstrong was determined to make this new team a success and prove to the School that a 3rd XI side would he beneficial and above all enjoyable to all those who took part. Although hampered at the beginning of the season by non-interested players, we finally fielded a side full of enthusiasm, this being achieved by the introduction of "non cricketers" as such, but who wanted to play an -

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enjoyable game of cricket. This policy brought pleasing results with a fine display from John Stone who scored a total of 90 runs in his onh two innings for the School. Our match results would have been better if we had been spared the attack of ex-1st XI bowlers from two of our opponents, but we have no complaints. There were some outstanding individual performances from Tarik Islam with his 52 against Pocklington and Andrew Naylor's excellent cover fielding. We can also take pride in the fact that Richard Taylor (who won our single-wicket competition) and Stephen Brown were promoted from our ranks to play for the 2nd XI. But the main achievement of the side this year has been that we have all enjoyed our cricket. Played 6, Won 2, Drawn I, Lost 3. D.V.C .

UNDER-15 COLTS CRICKET REVIEW This has been an undistinguished season for the Senior Colts. Of the eleven matches played, three resulted in defeats, one was won and the remainder were drawn, although two of these were moral victories to the School. The seam bowlers, with the exception of Neil Shuttleworth, were very erratic and this early inaccuracy was sufficient to prevent us from winning, particularly against Bootham, Giggleswick and Leeds. Of the spin bowlers, Howard Pease, who showed considerable improvement during the season, was usually the most effective. Julian Wilson, a most enthusiastic wicket keeper, performed well under such circumstances. The batting, like the bowling, lacked consistency. Too often impetuous strokes and poor technique were the downfall of middle order batsmen facing slow bowling. Whilst the majority of runs came from the bat of Jeremy Markwick-Smith and John Ellison, the application of Kevin Miller often added stability to an otherwise mediocre batting side. Cricket, more than most games, demands prolonged concentration, not only in batting and bowling but also with fielding. Most of the present side should make Game 1, but to secure a First XI place will require more dedication and concern for the improvement of technique than has been exhibited during this season. The team was selected from: — P. Johnson *J. Markwick-Smith (Capt.) H. Pease *J. Wilson N. Shuttleworth N. Sanderson T. Sudworth R. Mainds M. Kerr

*J. Ellison K. Miller I. Rayson R. Pulleyn P. Fender C. Rymer N. Hare * awarded colours

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JUNIOR COLTS The record of this team speaks for itself: Played 8, Won 7, Drawn I (and in this match the result was a very one-sided draw). There were several fine victories, but that against Pocklington was the best all-round performance. The strengths of the team were a happy team spirit, a determination to win, a lot of ability, and some very good reserves, who would have got into the team in a normal season. There were several splendid individual performances: C. W. Burdass scored 72 not out out of 88 for 2 against Leeds and 57 against Hymers; C. J. Stubbs had 87 60

not out against Hymers, 5 for 22 against Ampleforth, and a hat-trick against Bootham, all clean bowled; M. W. Johnston, 5 for 10 against Durham, 4 for 6 against Bootham and several useful scores with the bat; M. J. H. Moodie scored 46 not out to win the match against Giggleswick; A. R. Taylor 6 for 11 against Pocklington; A. M. Precious 6 for 19 against Giggleswick; I. D. Handhaugh 5 for 32 against Bootham; and S. W. Prest had several good scores in tight situations. The quicker bowlers were often aggressive and usually bowled a good line and length, and the spinners whilst not quite as reliable had their good days also. The technique of the batsmen improved as the season progressed, and became more reliable. There is no doubt this team has a lot of potential and what is more important a willingness to learn and improve. They have given both me and the spectators who have been to the matches a great deal of pleasure watching them. Those who played for the team were: C. W. Burdass (Capt. and W./K.), J. E. A. Brown, A. P. Burdass, N. J.

Chapman, I. D. Hindhaugh, M. W. Johnston, C. M. P. Lister, M. J. H. Moodie, D. M. Noyes, A. M. Precious, S. W. Prest, C. J. Stubbs, A. R. Taylor. G.M.S.

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*J. S. M. Thomas (Capt.) *N. P. Monro (Vice-Capt.) *S. D. Brown *C. C. Harland *M. P. Haw *J. J. R. Hughes *K. W. Kerr *M. I. Parker *R. W. Parkinson *J. P. Ross *J. H. Twizell

1•*P. C. Clare (Capt.), 1975-76 t*D. I. Riley (Vice-Capt.), 1974-75-76 t*R. M. Stringer, 1975-76 *C. T. Brockbank, 1975-76 *R. Collingwood-Gittins, 1976 *M. J. Glen, 1975-76 *D. N. Potter, 1976 *N. J. Radford, 1976 *J. S. Taylor, 1975-76 *A. W. Tait, 1975-76 *G. W. Tait, 1976

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SUMMARY OF RESULTS 1st XI Date 1st May 5th May 8th May 12th May 15th May 19th May 26th May 2nd June 5th June 9th June 12th June 19th June 26th June 3rd July 7th July 9th July 10th July

Opponents

Ground Result

School

Sedbergh School ... M.C.C. Bradford G.S. ... Durham School Worksop College ... The Forty Club ... Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C.... ... York C.C. Giggleswick School ... Craven Gentlemen C.C. ... Ampleforth College

Home Lost Home Lost Home Won Home Drawn Away Won Home Won Home Won Home Drawn Home Won Home Drawn Away Won Away Won Home Won Away Won Home Drawn Home Drawn

127 for 5 126 131 for 9 dec. 57 124 for 6 123 83 70 for 5 108 162 for 6 dec. 112 113 for 2 122 126 for 5 67 for 9 159 for 7 dec. 64 134 180 for 9 187 for 6 dec. 105 106 for 3 172 175 for 4 106 196 for 9 dec. 193 for 4 dec. 92 144 for 8 253 for 2 dec. 214 for 6 dec. 180 176 for 8 175 for 6 dec.

Pocklington School ... Bootham School The Saints C.C. I.Old Peterites

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1st XI AVERAGES Batting No. of Innings

Not out

Runs

Highest Innings

P. C. Clare ... 17 3 410 73 R. M. Stringer ... ... 17 1 461 66 D. I. Riley ... ... 16 3 356 65* D. N. Potter 14 4 217 45* C. T. Brockbank .... 17 1 267 43 M. J. Glen ... ... 13 0 166 28 N. J. Radford ... 13 5 24 95 G. W. Tait ... ... 6 2 28 10 J. S. Taylor ... ... ... 3 62 17* R. Collingwood-Gittins ... 3 32 21* W . Tait ... ... ... ... ... 19 10 Also batted:-J. S. M. Thomas 2*, 7, 8*; J. J. R. Hughes 5, 0, 14*; N. P. Monro 12, 2, 2. *-Denotes 'not out'.

Average 29.29 28.81 27.38 21.70 16.69 12.77 11.87 7.00 6.89 6.40 4.75

Bowling Overs

Ai. C. Clare ... D. I. Riley ... J. S. Taylor ... G. W. Tait ... R. Collingwood-Gittins N . J. Radford Also bowled:-R. M. Stringer Kerr 8-2-28-0.

Maidens

Runs

Wickets Average.

186 43 464 43 10.79 ... 204.1 72 551 39 14.13 . ... 152.4 37 343 24 14.29 . ... 107 30 306 17 18.00 4 23.00 . ... 26.1 3 92 . ... 27 3 I11 4 27.75 -0-11-2, D. N. Potter 8-0-35-1, J. S. M. Thomas 32-7-107-3, K. W ...

2nd XI 8th May 12th May 15th May 5th June 12th June 19th June 26th June 3rd July

St. Peter's 114 for 8 dec. Bradford G.S. 37 for 6 (R. Collingwood-Gittins 3 for 0). St. Peter's 119 for 9 dec. Durham School 96 for 8 (K. W. Kerr 3 for 18, M. P. Haw 3 for 7). Worksop College 126 (R. Collingwood-Gittins 4 for 29), M. P. Haw 3 for 21). St. Peter's 127 for 5. St. Peter's 147 for 5 dec. (M. J. Glen 43). Giggleswick School 52 (K. W. Kerr 6 for 14). Ampleforth College 139 for 9 dec. (C. C. Harland 3 for 38). St. Peter's 112 for 5 (J. J. R. Hughes 51, S. D. Brown 36 not out). Leeds G.S. 117 for 9 dec. St. Peter's 112 for 7 (M. I. Parker 44). Pocklington School 104 (C. C. Harland 5 for 28, J. S. M. Thomas 4 for 28). St. Peter's 62 for 8. Bootham School 122 (K. W. Kerr 5 for 40, R. H. Taylor 4 for 14). St. Peter's 123 for 7 (J. S. M. Thomas 40 not out, R. W. Parkinson 371.

UNDER-15 COLTS CRICKET 1st May 8th May 12th May 19th May 2nd June 5th June 12th June 16th June 19th June 26th June 3rd July

St. Peter's 170 for 9 (J. Markwick Smith 77; J. Ellison 66) Sedbergh 91 for 1 Bradford G.S. 59 (M. Johnson 4 for 16; N. Hare 2 for 3; H. Pease 2 for 14; N. Shuttleworth 2 for 16) St. Peter's 61 for 8 (K. Miller 16) Durham 92 for 9 (N. Sanderson 5 for 20; N. Hare 2 for 13) St. Peter's 67 for 7 St. Peter's 147 for 8 (J. Ellison 44; I. Rayson 30) Hymers College 70 for 8 (N. Hare 2 for 6; J. Markwick-Smith 2 for 11; N. Sanderson 2 for 12) Manchester Schools XI 141 for 9 (N. Shuttleworth 2 for 16; M. Johnson 2 for 32) St. Peter's 54 (K. Miller 21) Giggleswick 100 (N. Hare 4 for 34; H. Pease 4 for 15) . St. Peter's 60 for 6 Ampleforth 158 for 8 (N. Shuttleworth 4 for 32; H. Pease 2 for 21) St. Peter's 100 for 6 (J. Markwick-Smith 26; R. Pulleyn 22) St. Peter's 132 for 9 (J. Markwick-Smith 38; C. Burdass 21; N. Hare 21 not out) Bootham 85 for 9 (N. Hare 5 for 28; H. Pease 3 for 141 Leeds G.S. 100 (N. Shuttleworth 5 for 37; N. Sanderson 4 for 23) St. Peter's 85 (R. Pulleyn 18) St. Peter's 120 (J. Ellison 34; K. Miller 22) Pocklington 121 for 6 (H. Pease 3 for 20; N. Sanderson 2 for 35) Oakwood School 179 for 5 (H. Pease 4 for 34) St. Peter's 146 for 6 (J. Markwick-Smith 40; I. Rayson 21; J. Ellison 26)

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ENIOR HOUSE MATCHES Queen's 61 (R. Collingwood-Gittins 5 for 29; C. Harland 3 for 12) lost to Manor 62 for 9 (R. Pulleyn 18 not out; A .Tait 3 for 9) Grove 85 (J. Markwick-Smith 36; M. Kerr 16 not out; J. P. Ross 4 for 18) lost to Dronfield 87 for 7 (J. P. Ross 24; J. R. Ross 19) Temple 120 for 8 (C. Hawkswell 52; D. Riley 27; J. Glen 4 for 61; N. Radford 4 for 44) beat School 119 (N. Radford 27; S. Brown 26 not out; C. Hawkswell 3 for 30; K. Kerr 3 for 38; D. Riley 3 for 46)

1st Round

[Manor 152 (M. Stringer 60; M. P. Haw 30; J. S. Taylor 4 for 68) beat Dronfield 120 (C. Brockbank 40; P. Clare 4 for 22; R. Collingwood-Gittins 3 for 19) Semi Finals- Temple 62 (D. Riley 20; J. Thomas 6 for 31; J. Baggs 4 for 31) lost to Rise 63 for 6 (C. Hawkswell 3 for 17) Final

f Manor 107 (R. Taylor 40; J. Thomas 5 for 51; J. Baggs 3 for 24) beat 1 Rise 78 (ID. Potter 27; C. Harland 5 for 35; P. Clare 3 for 24)

JUNIOR HOUSE MATCHES School 114 for 8 (1. Hindhaugh 46; N. Hare 6 for 32) lost to Temple 125 for 4 (S. Dixon 34; D. Noyes 24) Queen's 88 (M. Moodie 27; P. Fender 23; A. Taylor 5 for 27; N. Sanderson 3 for 32) lost to Manor 92 for 8 (R. Pulleyn 50; R. Mainds 5 for 26) Grove 93 (J. Markwick-Smith 29; M. Kerr 18; C. Stubbs 5 for 41; P. Johnson 3 for 24) lost to Dronfield 94 for 6 (S. Prest 28 not out; J. Markwick-Smith 4 for 29)

1st Round

Temple 48 (D. Noyes 18 not out; N. Sanderson 3 for 24; A. Taylor 6 for 24) lost to Manor 117 for 5 (N. Sanderson 33; 1. Rayson 23; A. Taylor 29 not out; H. Pease 4 for 50) Dronfield 88 for 9 (S. Prest 32 not out; P. Johnson 21; J. Ellison 5 for 39; C. Rymer 4 for 18) lost to Rise 90 for 1 (C. Burdass 52 not out; J. Ellison 26 not out)

Semi Finals

Fins

Manor 103 for 5 (A. Taylor 31 not out; N. Sanderson 25; I. Rayson 24; j N. Shuttleworth 4 for 49) lost to Rise 104 for 3 (J. Wilson 37; J. Ellison 26; A. Taylor 3 for 31)

J.W.R.H. ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 1st May Result: Lost by 5 wickets SEDBERGH

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL R. M. Stringer, run out ... ... M. J. Glen, b. Daniels R. C. Collingwood-Gittins, c. Wilkinson, b. Allinson ... ... P. C. Clare, b. Allinson C. T. Brockbank, c. and b. Wilson ... D. I. Riley, c. Thornton, b. Birchenall ... D. N. Potter, b. Birchenall J. S. Taylor, c. Horler, b. Wilson ... N. J. Radford, c. and b. Wilson ... J. S. M. Thomas, not out ... A. W. Tait, run out ... Extras ...

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

5

6

7

8

12 19 44

Extras

11

... 126

Total for 10 wkts.

21 12 30 10 20 16 10

J. J. Rogers, l.b.w., b. Clare C. R. Parker, b. Clare ... M. Allinson, l.b.w., b. Radford S. A. B. Daniels, b. Taylor D. L. Birchenall, b. Taylor ... J. A. Stewart, not out ... M. Thornton, not out N. Horler 0. D. Wilkinson did not bat D. J. lkin M. H. Wilson

14 10

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

9

26 27 29 44 77 104 117 122 126

...

8

... 127

Total for 5 wkts.

5

15 64 64 87 104 Bowling Analysis

0. D. L. Birchenall 18 S. A. B. Daniels 8 M. Allinson 4 M. H. Wilson 17 4 L J. Rogers

M. 6 2 6 0

W. 2 1 2 3 0

R. 34 21 10 34 16

Av. 17.00 21.00 5.00 11.33 co

0. P. C. Clare 15 J. S. Taylor 15 4 J. S. M. Thomas D. 1. Riley 8 N. J. Radford 5 R. C. CollingwoodGittins 2.1

63

M. 3 3 0 2 0

W. 2 2 0 0 1

R. 43 23 12 22 15

Av. 21.5 11.5

0

0

4

co

co 15.0

St. Peter's 126, Sedbergh 127-5 The School lost its first match of the season by 5 wickets. The match! was played in bitterly cold and eventually wet conditions. The School batted first and after a good opening stand of 26, wickets fell at regular intervals. D. I. Riley (44) held the innings together against steady bowling, especially by M. H. Wilson (3-34). A total of 126 was not impressive, but with both teams very short of practice, it was not an easy target. Unfortunately for the School, the start of the Sedbergh innings coincided with the start of the rain, and the bowlers were at a great disadvantage. In fact all the bowlers bowled well and made Sedbergh fight all the way. The result was never in doubt after a second wicket partnership of 49 between M. Allinson (30) and J. J. Rogers (21). For the School, J. S. Taylor (2-23) and P. C. Clare (2-43) formed a promising opening attack.

ST. PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 5th May Result: Lost by 74 runs M.C.C. 131 for 9 dec. (J. A. F. Valiance 55, D. I. Riley 6 for 45). St. Peter's 57 (R. K. Platt 4 for 8, D. Wilson 4 for 6).

ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played at home on Saturday, 8th May Result: Won by 4 wickets ST. PETER'S SCHOOL

BRADFORD G.S. D. A. Stead, st. Tait, b. Riley P. A. Raper, c. Taylor, b. Thomas ... P. A. Kellett, run out... ... A. R. S. Barr, b. Thomas ... D. A. Lowson, c. and b. Tait, G. W. C. J. Storr, c. Potter, b. Tait, G. W. I. Hudson, b. Taylor ... R. S. Lawrence, b. Taylor ... R. T. Brown, I.b.w., b. Clare R. J. Gregson, l.b.w., b. Clare P. J. Skelton, not out

15 13 25 2 6 6 24 ... 17

R. M. Stringer. c. Lawrence, b. Kellett M. J. Glen, c. Barr, b. Lawrence ... C. T. Brockbank, b. Hudson ... P. C. Clare, c. Barr, b. Lowson ... D. I. Riley, c. Barr, b. Hudson D. N. Potter, c. Skelton, b. Kellett J. S. Taylor, not out N. J. Radford, not out ... J. S. M. Thomas did not bat G. W. Tait A. W. Tait Extras

40

25 18

3 1

Total for 6 wkts.

Total for 10 wkts.

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6

Fall of wktF. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

T), 1

24 32 39 64 64 79 102 103 111

0. M. W. R. 2 23 P. C. Clare 11 3 9.2 4 2 15 J. S. Taylor 4 2 14 J. S. M. Thomas 1 I 17 8 1 28 D. 1. Riley 7 0 2 28 G. W. Tait

0 18 to

9 5 2 78 1 13 1 21

Bowling Analysis Av. P. A. Kellett 11.5 7.5 I. Hudson 7.0 D. A. Lowson R. S. Lawrence 28.0 14.0 R. J. Gregson R. T. Brown

64

0. M. W. R. 16.2 5 2 34 17 13 8 2 20 10 1 1 1 12 4 1 4 0 0 20 I 0 0 12

Av. 17.0 8.5 20.0 12.0 ao

1

Bradford G.S. 123, St. Peter's 124-6 In a rather undistinguished match, the School defeated Bradford G.S. by 4 wickets. On a helpful wicket, the bowling of both teams was very erratic. Bradford G.S. won the toss and batted first. After a brisk start, they found runs hard to come by against the slower School bowlers. P. A. Kellett (25) showed considerable ability and the captain, I. Hudson (24) hit out well. The wickets were shared between the five School bowlers. The School had another poor start, but recovered thanks to a good innings by the captain, P. C. Clare (40), who was well supported by D. 1. Riley (25). ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Wednesday, 12th May Result: Drawn ST. PETER'S SCHOOL

DURHAM SCHOOL C. J. Kingston, c. Taylor, b. Riley A. Edge, b. Taylor C. J. Brown, c. Tait, A. W., b. Taylor ... P. Bell, c. Thomas, b. Stringer D. K. Allen, b. Riley M. P. Mannes, c. Clare, b. Tait, G. W. P. T. Brook, b. Clare A. Lawson, b. Clare ... D. R. Sedgewick, b. Clare D. Bell, st. Tait, A. W., b. Stringer ... C. Peakin, not out ... Extras Total for 10 wkts. Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

5

6

7

8

•••

7 8 3 28 0 2 11 0 0 11 0 13

...

83

••• • •• • •• ••• •••

C. T. Brockbank, c. Bell, P., b. Brook R. M. Stringer, b. Bell, D. P. C. Clare, not out ... J. S. Taylor, b. Bell, D. D. N. Potter, b. Bell, D. D. I. Riley, b. Bell, D. N. J. Radford, not out M. J. Glen did not bat J. S. M. Thomas G. W. Tait A. W. Tait Extras Total for 5 wkts. Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

9

•••

22 2 23 12 1 5 0

...

70

•••

5

5

17 37 54 62 70

14 23 27 27 32 56 56 58 82

Bowling Analysis 0. P. C. Clare 15 16 J. S. Taylor D. I. Riley 10 G. W. Tait 7 N. J. Radford 3 J. S. M. Thomas 4 R. M. Stringer 0.2

M. 5 7 8 4 I 0 0

W. 3 2 2 I 0 0 2

R. 20 19 3 6 4 18 0

AV.

6.67 9.50 1.50 6.00

D. Bell A. Edge P. T. Brook

0. 7 2 4

M. 3 0 0

W. 4 0 1

R. 16 19 30

Av. 4.0 co 30.0

ca

cc 0.00

Durham School 83, St. Peter's 70-5 The School drew the home match with Durham School, though it is difficult to imagine a team contributing less to a game than did the Durham XI. After a delayed start, Durham batted first and set their sights on a lengthy occupation of the crease. Eventually they were dismissed for 83 after batting for 55 overs, nearly three hours. Their captain, P. Bell (28) batted for most of this time and presumably achieved his objective, namely not losing the match. For the School, P. C. Clare (3-20), J. S. Taylor (2-19) and D. I. Riley (2 for 3 in 10 overs) were the main wicket takers. The School was left with 40 minutes batting or 13 overs, and thanks to some brave "slogging" they got near the target, ending with 70 for 5. P. C. Clare (23 not out) and C. T. Brockbank (22) hit out powerfully, whilst D. Bell (4-16) bowled very steadily. 65

ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played away on Saturday, 15th May Result: Won by 54 runs WORKSOP COLLEGE ... 1 H. J. Foster, c. Tait, A. W., b. Clare P. A. Shuttleworth, c. Stringer, b. Taylor 0 W. G. Smith, b. Clare ... ... 9 J. L. G. Smith, l.b.w., b. Tait, G. W. ... 29 ... ... 22 C. L. M. Best, c. and b. Riley P. W. Nutt, b. Taylor ... ... D. W. Wall, b. Clare S. Basnett, not out... R. A. Mason, c. Tait, A. W., b. Taylor ... P. N. Wall, c. Tait, A. W., b. Clare ... R. J. M. Welburn, b. Clare Extras ... 1

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL M. J. Glen, c. Foster, b. Wall, D. W. R. M. Stringer, b. Smith, J. L. G. ... C. T. Brockbank, b. Welburn P. C. Clare, c. Nutt, b. Smith, J. L. G. D. I. Riley, b. Wall, D. W. ... D. N. Potter, not out J. S. Taylor, c. Mason, b. ... N. J. Radford, not out J. S. M. Thomas did not bat G. W. Tait A. W. Tait Extras

•••

•••

•••

6 66 19 55 0 7

0 0

9

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 — — — — — 12 44 151 151 152 161

0 2 24 64 86 96 100 100 102

0. M. W. D. W. Wall 12 P. N. Wall 12 R.J.M.Welburn 15 8 S. Basnett 7 W. G. Smith J. L. G. Smith 10

4 1 1 1 0 3

10

Total for 10 wkts.

... 162

Total for 6 wkts. dec.

3 0 1 0 0 2

R. 36 38 30 16 18 15

Bowling Analysis Av. 12.0 P. C. Clare co J. S. Taylor D. I. Riley 30.0 G. W. Tait co co 7.5

0. M. 9.4 3 9 2 9 2 0 9

W. 5 3 1

R. 11 18 31 29

Av. 2.2 6.0 31.0 29.0

St. Peter's 162-6 dec., Worksop 108 The School had a convincing win over Worksop, showing themselves superior in all departments. After winning the toss, the School batted first and on a lovely batting wicket built up a big score. A fine partnership of 107 between R. M. Stringer (66) and P. C. Clare (55) helped the School to a score of 162-6 dec., despite two interruptions by rain. Worksop lost three early wickets to the new ball, but recovered quite well thanks to J. Smith (29) and C. Best (22). When these two were dismissed by the spinners, the opening bowlers removed the last five batsmen very quickly. J. S. Taylor took 3 for 18 and the captain, P. C. Clare, finished an excellent all-round performance with 5 for 11. The bowlers were well supported in the field, especially by wicketkeeper A. W. Tait, whose three dismissals included a brilliant one-handed legside catch.

ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 19th May Result: Won by 8 wickets The Forty Club 112 (P. C. Clare 5 for 22). St. Peter's 113 for 2 (R. M. Stringer 48, C. T. Brockbank 37 not out). 66

ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 26th May Result: Won by 5 wickets Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 122 (R. Venables 50, D. Milbank 45, P. C. Clare 6 for 26, J. S. Taylor 3 for 29). St. Peter's 126 for 5 (D. N. Potter 40 not out, R. M. Stringer 35, D. Milbank 3 for 39).

ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 2nd June Result: Drawn York C.C. 159 for 7 dec. (D. Tompkins 39, D. I. Riley 3 for 42). St. Peter's 67 for 9 (C. Kirk 3 for 1). ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 5th June Result: Won by 70 runs ST. PETER'S SCHOOL R. M. Stringer, b. Thurmott... N. P. Monro, c. Hartley, b. Kerr C. T. Brockbank, b. Thurmott P. C. Clare, b. Kerr ... D. I. Riley, c. Dixon, b. Kerr D. N. Potter, b. Kerr ... N. J. Radford, b. Kerr R. Collingwood-Gittins, not out J. S. Taylor, I.b.w., b. Kerr ... G. W. Tait, c. Brackenbury, b. Kerr A. W. Tait, c. Dixon, b. Brackenbury

43 12 5 1 O O 24 21 O 10 10

GIGGLESWICK N. Roberts, c. Brockbank, b. Riley ... 15 M. Dixon, b. Clare ... .. ... ... 0 G. Brackenbury, c. and b. faylor ... ... 12 M. N. Thurmott, c. Tait, A. W., b. Taylor 0 B. Alston, b. Tait, G. W. ... ... ... 1 S. Hartley, not out ... ... 11 P. Wilkinson, c. Potter, b. Riley ... ... 6 M. S. Kerr, b. Clare ... ... 0 A. L. Greenwood, c. Taylor, b. Riley ... 1 I. N. Brewis, b. Clare ... ... ... 1 D. Brown, b. Clare ... ... ... ... 0 Extras

Extras Total_for 10 wkts.

... 134

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Fall of wkts. I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 26 26 32 42 55 56 57 64

38 57 58 58 58 86 95 97 115 0. M. W. R. 1 26 G. Brackenbury 13.1 4 7 49 25 13 M. S. Kerr 8 2 34 M. N. Thurmott 17 17 5 1 0 D. Brown

... 17

Total for 10 wkts.

Bowling Analysis Av. 0. M. W. R. 26.0 P. C. Clare 12.2 4 4 18 7.0 J. S. Taylor 7 3 2 7 17.0 D. I. Riley 12 7 3 14 oo G. W. Tait 5 3 1 7 R. CollingwoodGittins 1 0 0 1

Av. 4.5 3.5 4.67 7.0

St. Peter's 134, Giggleswick 64 Despite an indifferent batting performance, the School had a comfortable win over Giggleswick by 70 runs. The School batted first and progressed well to 57 for 1, mainly thanks to R. M. Stringer (43). At this stage, four wickets fell for 1 run, partly as a result of some steady bowling by M. Kerr, who eventually took 7 for 49, and partly because of some poor batting. The later batsmen 67

played with good sense, especially N. J. Radford (24) and R. Coilingwood-Gittins (21 not out) and St. Peter's were all out for 134, not a big score on a lovely batting pitch. The Giggleswick batsmen were immediately in trouble and no-one was able to cope for long with the pace bowling of P. Clare (4-18) and J. Taylor (2-7) and the leg-spin of D. Riley (3-14). ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 9th June Result: Drawn Craven Gentlemen C.C. 187 for 6 dec. (T. Robinson 100, C. Hartley 45). St. Peter's 180 for 9 (P. C. Clare 73, R. M. Stringer 46, M. Webb 5 for 51). ST. PETER'S v. AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played away on Saturday, 12th June Result: Won by 7 wickets ST. PETER'S SCHOOL

AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE ... J. Willis, I.b.w., b. Clare F. Beardmore-Gray, c. and b. Taylor A• Robertson I.b.w., b .Clare C. Soden-Bird, b. Tait, G. W. ... N. Hadcock, not out ... ... A. Stapleton, I.b.w., b. Clare M. J. Craston, I.b.w., b. Tait, G. W. W. Frewen, I.b.w., b. Clare ... C. Newsam, b. Collingwood-Gittins M. Lucey, c. Taylor, b. Riley F. O'Connor, b. Clare Extras Total for 10 wkts.

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 2

6

7

8

1 1 9 12 53 9 3

8

R. M. Stringer, not out ... N. P. Monro, I.b.w., b. Frewen C. T. Brockbank, I.b.w., b. O'Connor P. C. Clare, b. Beardmore-Gray ... D. I. Riley, not out D. N. Potter N. J. Radford ). did not bat J. S. Taylor R. Collingwood-Gittins G. W. Tait A. W. Tait Extras ...

105

Total for 3 wkts.

•••

4 1 3 •••

46 2 10 29 5

14

... 106

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 ——— 22 42 100

9

2 16 29 56 59 60 75 80

Bowling Analysis 0. P. C. Clare IS 6 J. S. Taylor 12 D. I. Riley G. W. Tait 15 R. CollingwoodGittins 2

M. 8 1 7 7

W. 5 1 1 2

R. 20 16 22 25

Av. 4.0 16.0 22.0 12.5

0

1

14

14.0

F. O'Connor W. Frewen C. Newsam C. Soden-Bird F. BeardmoreGray

0. 17 13 8 9

M. 6 4 2 4

W. 1 1 0 0

R. 27 29 16 11

Av. 27.0 29.0 co so

6.4

1

1

9

9.0

Ampleforth College 105, St. Peter's 106-3 The School had a convincing 7-wicket win in the away match at Ampleforth. Ampleforth batted first and never really recovered from losing both openers in the first three overs. A very good innings of 53 not out by N. Hadcock helped to produce a total of 105. For the School, the captain, P. Clare (5-20), was again the main wicket-taker. He had good support from G. Tait (2-25). 68

1

The School had little difficulty in scoring the necessary runs but they took a long time doing so. M. Stringer (46 not out) and P. Clare (29) scored the bulk of the runs.

ST. PETER'S v. LEEDS G.S. Played away on Saturday, 19th June Result: Won by 6 wickets LEEDS G.S. ... S. K. Lax, I.b.w., b. Clare ... ... R. C. F. Wadkin, b. Clare ... C. R. M. Stead, c. and b. Riley C. M. Pickard, c. Tait, A. W., b. Tait, G. W. P. Stoker, b. Tait, G. W. ... P. A. P. Roberts, b. Tait, G. W. ... A. W. Dodgshon, b. Clare ... M. J. Cooke, 1.b.w., b. Clare T. J. Towler, not out ... N. J. Duxbury, b. Riley ... St. J. C. D. Marsden, l.b.w., b. Riley Extras

6

7

8

M. J. Glen, c. Roberts, b. Lax ... ... R. M. Stringer, run out C. T. Brockbank, b. Duxbury P. C. Clare, not out ... D. 1. Riley, c. Stead, b. Dodgshon D. N. Potter, not out N. J. Radford R. Collingwood-Gittins J. S. Taylor did not bat G. W. Tait A. W. Tait Extras

... 172

Total for 10 wkts.

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL 61 10 5 0 4 0 5 0 30 32 1 24

Total for 4 wkts.

27 38 3 61 10 27

9 ... 175

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 ———— 67 70 71 111

9

30 43 48 68 74 84 84 101 163

Bowling Analysis P. C. Clare J. S. Taylor D. I. Riley G. W. Tait

0.

M.

16 9 14 13

3 3 3 7

W. 4 0 3 3

R. 52 22 55 19

0. S. K. Lax 15.1 N. J. Duxbury 15 9 M. J. Cooke T. J. Towler 17 A. W. Dodgshon 5 2 P. A. P. Roberts 2 C. R. M. Stead

Av. 13.00 a) 18.33 6.33

M. 2 2

I 8 1 0 0

W. 1 1 0 0 1 0 0

R. 29 36 29 44 16 6 6

Av. 29.0 36.0 to a) 16.0 OD

co

Leeds G.S. 172, St. Peter's 175-4 After a good game of cricket, in which both teams had periods of supremacy, the School had an impressive 6-wicket victory over Leeds G.S. The School had early chances to make a breakthrough, but two catches were put down. It was not until the Leeds opener, S. Lax (61), was dismissed that the School got on top. At 101 for 8, Leeds were in trouble, but a stand of 62 between N. J. Duxbury (32) and T. J. Towler (30 not out) helped to produce a respectable total of 172. For the School, P. Clare took 4 for 52 and D Riley 3 for 55, but most promising was the slow left-arm bowling of G. Tait (3 for 19 in 13 overs). Apart from a shaky spell, when three wickets fell for four runs, the School reached the target comfortably. A good opening stand of 67 between M. Stringer (38) and J. Glen (27) was the foundation for the win, whilst P. Clare (61 not out) and D. Potter (27 not out) both batted well. 69

ST. PETER'S v. POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 26th June Result: Won by 90 runs ST. PETER'S SCHOOL M. J. Glen, b. Allison R. M. Stringer, run out C. T. Brock bank, c. Charlesworth, b. Allison P. C. Clare, c. and b. Charlesworth D. 1. Riley, not out ... D. N. Potter, b. Brumfield ... N. J. Radford, I.b.w., b. Allison ... R. C.-Gittins, c. Charlesworth, b. Allison ... J. S. Taylor, b. Allison ... G. W. Tait, run out ... A. W. Tait, not out ... Extras ... Total for 9 wkts. Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

5

6

7

M. 3 1 2 11 5

W. I 0 0 5 I

POCKLINGTON SCHOOL R. Thompson, c. Taylor, b. Radford ... D. A. Crowe, c. C.-Gittins, b. Taylor ... ... N. Readman, b. Riley ... N. D. Charlesworth, st. Tait, A., b. Riley P. Russell, c. Riley, b. C.-Gittins A. Brumfield, c. Taylor, b. Riley ... ... K. Howard, c. Taylor, b. Riley ... M. Turner, b. Clare ... M. Allison, I.b.w., b. Riley ... P. Halliday, c. Radford, b. Riley ... G. Edmunds, not out Extras ... Total for 10 wkts.

... 196 8

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5

9

26 38 100 116 140 159 167 167 168 0. N. Charlesworth 15 G. Edmunds 14 D. A. Crowe 8 M. Allison 25 A. Brumfield 18

20 47 I 22 62 12 8 0 0 0 9 15

R. 35 41 20 50 35

6

7

8

31 29 4 1 10

27

... 106 9

40 66 68 69 98 98 99 103 106 Bowling Analysis Av. 0. M. W. P. C. Clare 9.2 2 1 35.00 co 6 0 I J. S. Taylor 14 9 6 D. I. Riley G. Tait 3 2 0 10.00 4 2 1 35.00 R. C.-Gittins 6 1 1 N. J. Radford

R. 16 24 12 5 3 19

Av. 16.00 24.00 2.00 3.00 19.00

St. Peter's 196-9 dec., Pocklington 106 The School continued its run of victories with a 90-run win against Pocklington, largely thanks to a superb all-round performance by D. I. Riley. The School batted first and made rather slow, but steady progress against some accurate bowling. J. Glen (20), M. Stringer (47) and P. Clare (22) played well early in the innings, but the key figure was D. I. Riley, who held the innings together with a fine 62 not out. For Pocklington, M. Allison (5-50) was the best of a steady, containing attack. Facing such a big total, Pocklington made a good start. Forty runs were scored quickly before D. Crowe was dismissed for 29. His opening partner, R. Thompson, played well for 31, but no-one else was able to cope with the School's spinners, of whom D. I. Riley took 6 for 12 in 14 overs. The bowlers were supported by some brilliant catching near the wicket, particularly by J. Taylor. ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 3rd July Result: Won by 101 runs ST. PETER'S SCHOOL M. J. Glen, c. and b. Lawton R. M. Stringer, b. Foulds C. T. Brockbank, c. Lawton, b. Foulds P. C. Clare, run out .. D. I. Riley, not out .. D. N. Potter, not out N. J. Radford R. C.-Gittins did not bat J. S. Taylor G. W. Tait J. J. R. Hughes Extras Total for 4 wkts. dec....

BOOTHAM SCHOOL A. Rattray, b. Taylor M. Hyde, I.b.w., b. Riley ... M. Foulds, c. Riley, b. Tait C. Lawton, l.b.w., b. Tait ... S. Rands, I.b.w., b. Riley ... M. Bellerby, b. Riley A. Walker, c. Brockbank, b. Tait A. Musgrave, c. Brockbank, b. Riley C. Walker, c. Brockbank, b. Riley P. Caldwell, not out .. N. Downing, l.b.w., b. Clare Extras

3 8 43 I 65 45

...

28

Total for 10 wkts.

... 193

70

... ...

14 28

...

0 27

...

92

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 —— — — 7 11 17 104

M. Foulds C. Lawton N. Downing A. Rattray P. Caldwell

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5

6 7

9

8

4 57 62 76 76 78 80 86 91

0. 18 14 7 15 7

M. 7 6 2 4 1

W. 2 1 0 0 0

R. 43 35 28 31 28

Av. 21.5 35.0 a) co co

Bowling Analysis R. 0. M. W. 8.2 4 1 11 5 4 1 1 5 34 15 4 15 3 8 3

P. Clare J. S. Taylor D. I. Riley G. W. Tait

Av. 11.0 5.0 6.8 5.0

St. Peter's 193-4 dec., Bootham 92 The School won its last match against other Schools, this time against Bootham by 101 runs. On a very hot day and on a wicket which gave some help to the spin bowlers, the School gained a big advantage by winning the toss. In fact they made a poor start, losing the first 3 wickets for 17 runs. After this D. I. Riley (65 not out) and C. T. Brockbank (43) put things right, but not without difficulty. The Bootham bowlers bowled very steadily, especially the captain, M. Foulds (2-43), but eventually the sun took its toll and the School's batsmen got on top. Riley had valuable help from D. N. Potter (45 not out), until the School declared at 193-4. Bootham lost an early wicket, but then M. Foulds (28) and M. Hyde (14) put on 53 for the second wicket. Once this good stand was broken, the School got on top and none of the batsmen were at ease against the spin of D. I. Riley (5-34) and G. W. Tait (3-15). ST. PETER'S v. SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 7th July Result: Drawn Saints C.C. 253 for 2 dec. (J. Leathley 123 not out, T. Copley 59). St. Peter's 144 for 8 (A. Winder 4 for 25). ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played on Friday and Saturday, 9th and 10th July Result: Drawn OLD PETERITES . ... J. J. Clark, c. Hughes, b. Clare E. D. W. Fulbrook, b. C.-Gittins ... ••• ... J. A. Eatough, st. Hughes, b. Potter ... ... ... D. L. W. Sim, not out ... J. C. Richardson, c. Hughes, b. Riley ... ... ••• J. S. Barton, b. Radford ... J. C. Rounthwaite, c. and b. Riley ... M. G. B. Hepworth, not out ... I. M. R. Thomas ). did not bat E. M. H. Ranson M. W. Woodruff Extras Total for 6 wkts. dec.... Fall of wkts. 4 1 2 3

5

...

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL 3 69 73 22 27 0 0 2

M. J. Glen, c. Hepworth, b. Rounthwaite R. M. Stringer, c. Thomas, b. Ranson ... C. T. Brockbank, c. and b. Woodruff ... P. C. Clare, c. Richardson, b. Ranson ... D. 1. Riley, c. Ranson, b. Rounthwaite ... D. N. Potter c. Richardson, b. Ranson ... N. J. Radford, b. Ranson J. S. Taylor, not out. .1. J. R. Hughes, st. Richardson, b. Ranson ... G. W. Tait, b. Ranson ... R. Collingwood-Gittins, c. Woodruff, b.

18

Extras

... 214

Total for 10 wkts. Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4

6

5

6

7

71

8 3 8

... 180

8

9

42 44 64 122 130 145 152 152 176

6 156 158 199 200 210

...

16 27 5 51 22 16 7 17

P. C. Clare J. S. Taylor D. I. Riley G. W. Tait D. N. Potter R. C.-Gittins N. J. Radford

0. 11 9 10 12 8 6 2

M. 0 3 1 2 0 1 1

w. 0 2 0

R. 38 19 45 43 35 12 4

Bowling Analysis Av. 0. 38.0 M. W. Woodruff 12 co J. C. Rounthwaite 17 22.5 E. M. H. Ranson 16.1 co J. A. Eatough 2 35.0 J. J. Clark 5 D. L. W. Sim 12.0 3 4.0

R. 40 44 50 12 13 13

Av. 40.00 22.00 7.14 co co co

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL M. J. Glen, c. Eatough, b. Woodruff R. M. Stringer, b. Clark ... ... C. T. Brockbank, b. Ranson ... P. C. Clare, run out ... ... D. I. Riley, c. Thomas, b. Ranson D. N. Potter, c. Fulbrook, b. Ranson N. J. Radford, b. Ranson ... J. S. Taylor, l.b.w., b. Rounthwaite J. J. R. Hughes, not out ... ... G. W. Tait, not out ......... R. Collingwood-Gittins did not bat Extras

4 29 42 15 32 25 2 1 14 6

M. 1 4 2 0 0 0

W. 1 2 7 0 0 0

Second Innings OLD PETERITES M. G. B. Hepworth, c. Hughes, b. Clare ... 25 E. M. H. Ranson, c. Potter, b. Taylor ... 19 ... ... ... 19 J. S. Barton, b. Taylor I. M. R. Thomas, c. Tait, b. Clare ... 3 7 M. W. Woodruff, c. Brockbank, b. Riley ... ... ... 28 .1. J. Clark, not out ... ... J. C. Richardson, c. Potter, b. Tait ... 17 ... ... ... 29 D. L. W. Sim, not out E. D. W. Fulbrook 1 did not bat J. A. Eatough J. C. Rounthwaite Extras ... 28 Total for 6 wkts. dec....

... 175

Total for 8 wkts.

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6

...

..•

6

... 176

Fall of wkts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 75 75 103 136 152 155 155

24 72 80 84 94 125

Bowling Analysis P. C. Clare J. S. Taylor D. 1. Riley G. W. Tait

0. M. W. R. 10 0 2 53 12 2 2 28 11 3 1 41 6 0 1 25

O.

Av. 26.5 14.0 41.0 25.0

M. W. Woodruff 14 J. C. Rounthwaite 13 E. M. H. Ranson 15 J. J. Clark 5 4 J. A. Eatough

M. W. R. 45 3 I 44 I 3 4 48 1 21 0 12 0

Av. 45.0 44.0 12.0 21.0 co

Old Peterites 214-6 dec. and 175-6 dec. St. Peter's 180 and 176-8 The Old Peterites won the toss and built a big score, largely thanks to J. A. Eatough (73) and E. D. W. Fulbrook (69). Following the declaration at 214-6, the School made steady, but rather slow progress. P. C. Clare (51) batted well and several others played useful innings, though most of the later batsmen had to sacrifice their wickets in the search for quick runs. E. M. H. Ranson was the main wicket-taker with 7-50. In their second innings, the Old Peterites scored 175 for 6 dec. This time the School bowled and fielded much better and it was only when D. L. W. Sim (29 not out) and J. J. Clark (28 not out) came together, that runs were scored quickly. After losing an early wicket, the School's second innings developed well. There were good innings from C. T. Brockbank (42) and R. M. Stringer (29) and later by D. I. Riley (32) and D. N. Potter (25), but eventually the run-rate was too high, few wickets were left and the result was a draw. Once again, E. M. H. Ranson bowled well, taking 4 for 48. 72

SHOOTING The Winter Term's shooting followed the usual pattern of league matches and options. Four teams were entered for the former, but they enjoyed little success, all being out-classed, i.e. placed in divisions too high for their ability. Nevertheless, it must be admitted that standards in the School have declined, with a first VIII averaging 750 (in 800) whereas only a few years ago we could expect 765—nearly two points a man more. There was, however, some improvement during the term if the totals of all four teams are considered, and this, except for one disastrous occasion, continued through the Spring Term, when seventeen out of the twenty team members improved their averages. Team placings in the leagues were correspondingly better. Minor colours were awarded to: S. R. Dench (97 .4), P. D. Widdicombe (94 .8), J. N. Denison (93 .6), P. T. Charlton (93 .0), R. C. Barker (93 .0), C. J. Hirst (92 .4), C. G. A. Morcom (92 .2), A. M. Prowde (92.0). The Balls Cup for the highest match average was therefore won by S. R. Dench. The house match was shot, as used to be the custom, at the end of the Spring term, under conditions similar to those for the leagues. The result was, Winner: Temple. C. G. A. Morcom P. D. Widdicombe A. M. Prowde C. J. Hirst

98 96 94 96

384 Runner up: Manor 338 The first match event of the Summer Term was the N.E. District Schools' meeting at Strensall on 22nd May. We could find time for only two practices and the team, which must have been one of the youngest entered, did quite well in the circumstances: out of nineteen entries, sixth in the Section Competition, third in the Snap, and survivor of three rounds in the Falling Plates before being knocked out by the eventual winners. The team consisted of R. C. Barker, R. A. Kaiser, D. M. Ellison and M. C. J. Sunley. The usual trip to the County of Lancaster R.A. meeting at Altcar took place on 5th June, and respectable scores were made, but we proved no match for Sedbergh, who were strong enough to enter three teams and who virtually swept the board. Nevertheless, scores were encouraging and but for a mishap which necessitated a re-shoot we would probably have won the Fletcher (Marling). Unhappily the re-shoot was disastrous with two jammed magazines. This year twelve shooters went to Bisley, supported by three full-time markers in an effort to reduce pressure on the shooters on the one hand and to comply with the new regulations about markers. This worked very well and our scores at Bisley began to show a recovery after the indifferent results of the last two or three years. In the team snap shooting match we came tenth (ex 28) and, in spite of a score below our expectations, eleventh in the Marling. The Ashburton 200 yds. shoot was one of those unexplained slumps that occur from time to time, whereas the 500 yd. shoot was comfortably good and our total was our highest since 1971. Our position was 34th (ex 66), and S. R. Dench was awarded a Schools hundred badge. 73

Major colours were re-awarded to S. R. Dench (Capt.), P. D. Widdicombe (Vice-Capt.), R. C. Barker, and were awarded to J. P. Abbott, P. W. H. Chilman, J. N. Denison, S. W. Humphreys and R. A. Kaiser. The rifle club owes a debt of gratitude to Mr. Hirst and R.S.M. Power for much help, especially during the Summer Term. Without it shooting would not have been possible. Individual and House awards for the year were: Green Howard Cup (.303 championship): Donegall Badge (best score at 200 yds.): English XX Jewel (best individual score under Marling conditions): House Aggregate Cup (highest average in classification): Individual Cup (highest classification score): Recruit Cup (on classification scores):

R. C. Barker S. R. Dench M. C. J. Sunley Grove

R. E. Craggs

D. M. Ellison L.C.LeT.

SWIMMING Nineteen-seventy-six started well for the swimming team with the Seniors winning their section of the York Schools Swimming Competition and the Under-15s combined with St. Olave's Under-13s to win the Junior Relay Trophy. Chris Stubbs (Under 13 Back), Nigel Denison (Senior Fly), Peter Clare (Senior Breast) and Victor Matthews (Senior Free) all recorded individual wins. The John Parry Relays (North of England Public Schools) were held at St. Peter's this year and were highlighted by our Colts Freestyle Relay win, in a new record time. The new record was set in the heats of the competition by: — Richard Pulleyn 26.7, Mike Johnston 26.9, Ian Hindhaugh 26.9, Kevin Clarkson 25.3 for a time of 1 min. 45.7 seconds. The placings of the finalists were as follows: — 1.46.7 1st St. Peter's 1.48.3 2nd Bradford Grammar 1.49.5 3rd Bootham School 1.52.8 4th Barnard Castle With Hindhaugh and Johnston still eligible next year, there is no reason not to expect another win, in yet another new record time. Only four Inter-School matches were held this season. They were: — Worksop College, home, won 159-124. U.14 won 51-25, U.16 draw 49-49, Seniors won 59-50. Durham School, home, lost 95-101. U.15 lost 484-491, Seniors lost 464-512. Bootham School, home, lost 111-117. U.14 won 40-36, U.16 won 42-34, Seniors lost 29-47. Welbeck College, home, won 54-31. Senior match only. The Worksop match gave us a confidence booster for the early season though the signs of weakness, or rather our lack of depth at Under 16 and Senior levels, were a cause for concern. Nevertheless Kevin Clarkson started well with two Under 15 Freestyle records. His times were 25.5 for 50 yards and 60.2 for the 100 yards. Nigel Denison set a new Under 16 mark with his 28.3 for the 50 yards Butterfly and the Under 14 Medley 74

team of Chris Stubbs 15.7, Paul Greenwood 16.7, Justin McCarter 15.1 and Guy Nettleton 13.1 set a new School record of 60.6. Against Durham the match result was in balance until the very last relay and were it not for the same old problem of cricket commitments, we would have registered a noteworthy win. Alas, we should be content with the fine swims of Kevin Clarkson, who had three individual wins, and Nigel Denison, who swam a superb 50 yards Butterfly in 27.1, which gave him a new senior record. The Bootham match again showed how badly we need to be able to field a full strength side if we are to win fixtures. This match result was also decided by the last relay and the age group scores show clearly where our weakness lay! Ian Hindhaugh equalled the School record of 27.2 for the 50 yards Freestyle, a time which he had already done in the School Sports. In the annual St. Peter's Quadrangular, Barnard Castle were again easy winners and Bootham again just managed to beat us for second place after we had led the competition in its early stages. The Inter-House Swimming Sports produced five new record times— Kevin Clarkson in the U.15 50 yards Freestyle 25.8, Ian Hindhaugh in the U.14 50 yards Freestyle with 27.2 and three Relay records. Both Under 15 relay records fell to the powerful Manor House team and Queen's Seniors set a new Medley mark. The competition was won comfortably by the Manor with Queen's and School House runners up. Colours were re-awarded to Victor Matthews, Tom Reay, Nigel Denison and Kevin Clarkson, whilst Martin Gray and Roddy Turner were new colours. Congratulations to Kevin Burns (Queen's 1971-72) on his selection for the Montreal Olympics and to Nigel Denison, who takes over as Captain for 1977. Our thanks go to Mr. Tiffany, who is leaving the School, for his devotion to this sport and for developing it within the School to its present high standards. V.V.M. STANDARDS This year the Swimming Standards programme was both modified and up-dated, so that it could be incorporated into the general physical education syllabus and therefore tested during class periods. Because of the present allocation of "games time" it is still not possible to test all boys in the School, but each boy tested this year had the same opportunity as the next, and so a fair comparison of standards can be made by working out the average points per boy. The old "Low-Mid-High" standards have been replaced by an elaborate system of tables on which the slightest improvement can be registered. This eliminates the long gaps between standard points, and each boy has something to aim for with each of his attempts at standards. Everyone swims 25 yards of each of the four strokes—butterfly, backcrawl, breaststroke, frontcrawl, and their percentile ranking can be registered and compared with other boys in their age group, both in St. Peter's and in other secondary schools around the country. In working out the Inter-House competition scores, we use a scale of 1-12 points for each of the four strokes, and a score of 40 points and over places a boy in the top percentile for his age, in the country. 75

INTER-HOUSE STANDARDS—RESULTS THIRD FORMS

Points gained

Boys Average points tested per boy Position

Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

400 421 290 429 444 395 402

13 14 9 17 13 13 16

30.7 30.7 32.2 25.2 34.1 30.4 25.1

3rd= 3rd= 2nd 6th 1st 5th 7th

FOURTH FORMS Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

175 166 360 242 257 304 146

10 13 14 13 12 14 11

17.5 13.0 25.7 18.6 21.4 21.7 13.2

5th 7th 1st 4th 3rd 2nd 6th

FIFTH FORMS Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

214 206 223 269 175 223 190

10 9 8 9 7

21.4 22.9 27.9 29.8 25.0 31.8 27.1

7th 6th 3rd 2nd 5th 1st 4th

7 7

The following boys gained over 40 points in their respective sections: THIRD FORMS J. E. A. Brown, Queen's, 45 points. I. D. Hindhaugh, School House, 43 points. A. H. Kershaw, School House, 43 points. C. E. Irwin, Rise, J. R. J. McCarter, Manor, and I. G. Wilson, Temple, all had 42, with J. Clayton, Rise, and J. C. Hicks of Dronfield both gaining 40. -

FOURTH FORMS K. P. Clarkson, Manor, 41 points. M. J. Tyson, Rise, 41 points. A. T. Barton, School House, 40 points. FIFTH FORMS M. Gray, School House, 42 points. A. R. Turner, Queen's, 42 points. G. W. Tait, Queen's, 40 points.

TOTALS AND RESULTS Accumulative No. of Points boys tested Total

Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

789 793 873 940 876 922 743

33 36 31 39 32 34 34 76

Average

Position

23.9 22.0 28.2 24.3 27.3 27.1 21.8

5th 6th 1st

4th 2nd 3rd 7th T.T.

THE H2O POLO CLUB The opening of the season saw us withdraw from the West Yorkshire League due to travelling problems and therefore most of the season's games had to be on a friendly basis. 1975 League Results: — Halifax Water Polo Club Home Lost 4-9 Halifax Water Polo Club Away Lost 1-12 Huddersfield Otters Away Lost 0-1 Huddersfield Otters Home Lost 0-2 Not too impressive a start to the year on first sight, but it must be remembered that Halifax have been the National Junior Champions for three out of the past five years and they had no less than five Yorkshire County players in their team and one Great Britain International. These were early season games for our team, who lacked both fitness and match practice after the long summer lay-off. Results improved as the year went on : — Spenborough Bradford Metropolitan Bradford Metropolitan Huddersfield New College Huddersfield New College

Home Away Home Away Home

Won Drew Won Lost Won

5-3 3-3 5-3 2-4 11-0

In the annual Yorkshire Championship, which is run on a "knockout" basis, our U.18 side reached the semi-final stage. In the quarterfinal we played Sheffield Dolphins and registered one of the longest games on record in the County. After "full time" the score was 7-7 and so two periods of extra time were played to decide the outcome of the game. After these two periods the score was 8-8. It took a further four periods of extra time for St. Peter's to emerge the eventual winners by 11 goals to 9. We unfortunately played the semi-final directly after the Easter break and it took the team too long to settle. We faced a three-goal deficit after the first quarter and although we managed to reduce that deficit to seven goals to six at one stage the eventual score was ten to seven against us. We played friendly games against the following sides: — Away Bradford Grammar School Drew 8-8 Bradford Grammar School Home Won 7-4 St. John's College Away Won 6-4 We also entertained the Army national team and with the help of David Spencer, Peter Kendrew and Trevor Tiffany the score of 9-6 against was by no means discreditable. We had several matches with our old friends from Scarborough Swimming Club which seemed to work out in our favour each time, though the U.16 side are having much closer contested games as the 1-1 away draw, and the 5-2 home win would suggest. We congratulate V. V. Matthews on a fine season as Captain and on his selection for the Yorkshire County U.19 squad. Gary King had another very good season in goal and he also is to be congratulated for his County squad selection and his representative honours for the North of England U.16 side. 77

We also congratulate an "old" Peterite, D. C. Spencer, who, this yea' , won representative honours for Great Britain's Modern Pentathlon team and David also played water polo for the North Eastern Counties U.21 team. Our thanks go to Simon Dench for his dominant use of the whistle during the junior matches and his shielding hand during the fierce senior battles. Next year's team will be weakened by the loss of five long-standing campaigners. Victor Matthews, Peter Clare, Greg Pritchard, Alan Tait and Gary King are all leaving this year—but with the influx of several promising young players led by Ian Hindhaugh and Mike Johnston, with Martin Gray, Marcus Tyson, Kevin Kerr and Gordon Tait alongside, the club's future still looks bright. Congratulations to Martin Gray, who takes over as Captain of Water Polo for 1977. Good luck! The Inter-House Competition.— This year, for the first time, we held a Junior Water Polo competition which proved to be a very exciting one. Both School House and the Rise had relatively easy passages in the early rounds but the final was a very different matter. It took two periods of extra time for The Rise to emerge as the eventual winners. Manor repeated their success of 1975 by winning this year's Senior competition, defeating Queen's by 13 goals to 3. T.T.

TENNIS This has been one of the most successful seasons for many years and the future for tennis in the School looks bright. However, it must be said that the facilities at School are not as good as one would like, and because of this we have had to use other schools' courts. The 1st VI of Alastair Barron, George Knowles, Anthony Temple, James Larcombe, David Barron and Graham Village had a very good season, recording victories over Barnard Castle, Archbishop Holgate's, Roundhay and Scarborough College. In addition there were draws with Bootham and Pocklington and four defeats to the strong sides of Leeds Grammar School, Hymers, Ashville and Ampleforth. It was great fun playing in this team since there was a tremendous team spirit and great enthusiasm for the game—they deserve credit for their hard work. Perhaps the highspot of the season was the match against Bootham which was drawn 41-41, but the result was always in doubt until the final set which we lost six games to five. On results throughout the season Alastair Barron and George Knowles were the outstanding pair, and they were awarded their 1st VI colours for their good performances; the second pair of Anthony Temple and James Larcombe could at times play extremely well particularly against pairs who were expected to beat them; the third pair of David Barron and Graham Village were a very consistent pair, who achieved some fine results and should do well next season. 78

During the year the Tennis Club has managed to obtain coaching from Gina Huntington and this has improved the standard of tennis within the School immeasurably. She must be thanked for this and it is hoped she will continue coaching next year since without good coaching it is virtually impossible to have a high standard of tennis in the School. In addition to the 1st VI, we also had a 2nd VI and an Under 17 team which competed in a local league. Both these teams had a lot of young players in them who showed a great deal of potential and promise for the future. The Under 17 league team after losing their first two matches went undefeated and nearly won the league. One player who played in both these teams and deserves special credit is Tony March, who put in a lot of effort and improved greatly because of this. He was awarded his Colt colours for this. It would be impossible for me to finish this report without mentioning the work of Mr. Orr and Mr. Butler, who took over the running of tennis this year. They brought enthusiasm and sound advice to the running of the Club and there was a great increase in the numbers playing tennis in the School. The Club will miss Mr. Orr next season since he took a firm stand on the position of tennis within the School. Although there is much promise and encouragement for the future, the advances made this year must not be lost. Having said this tennis is very much alive in the School. A.J.B.

FENCING 1975-76 Looking back, this has been our most successful season for many years. The Christmas term starts off the cycle which results in us being in the peak of condition for the National Age Group, and Public Schoolboys Championships at the end of the Easter term. As usual the Christmas term started off our season in a quiet way, with the series of matches against the Y.F.A., Archbishop Holgate's, Queen Margaret's, Escrick, and The Mount School. These resulted in fairly convincing victories in all departments. The start of the Easter term called for team training to begin seriously with the Yorkshire Age Group Championships just after half term and the Nationals and the Public Schools Competitions in the space of five days at the end of the Easter term. The Yorkshire Age Group Competitions proved very successful. Alan Tait won the U.19 Foil with Stephen Winrovv-Campbell second. Gordon Tait took the U.16 title with Andrew Johnson second. Andy also finished second in the U.16 sabre, and took the U.16 epée title. Finishing in the top four in the regional competition means that we qualified for the National Age Group finals. The National Age Group finals were held in Birmingham on the 27th March. Gordon Tait proved his worth with a superb second in the Under 16 competition—a best ever result in this competition by a member of the School. 79

The Public Schoolboys Championships brought the best out of us all. Stephen Winrow-Campbell fenced very consistently (again) on all three days to reach these semifinals in all three weapons. He narrowly missed the final in the epée, going out on indicators. Andrew Johnson reached the semifinal of the foil, also going out on indicators. Alan Tait came sixth in the senior foil competition. Gordon Tait won the junior foil competition. Again this was the best ever result by a member of the School. As a result of the efforts of everybody in the team we won the Pearson Cup. This trophy is awarded each year to the team with the best overall results. Again this was a best ever for the School team. The summer term brought the Pocklington Team Trophy back to the School for the second time in the two years the competition has been running. We had several good individual results with Gordon Tait fencing for England Schools against Scotland and Wales in Edinburgh. He won all but one of his fights. Stephen Winrow-Campbell came second in the Yorkshire Senior Foil and third in the National Men's Novices competition. Also Alan Tait was recently selected to go to Israel as a member of the British U.18 foil team. I would like to thank Mr. Power for all his time and effort, which made this a most successful and enjoyable season. Colours awarded to G. W. Tait. Colours re-awarded to S. Winrow-Campbell, A. Johnson, A. W. Tait. A. Barrell.

A.W.T.

THE OXFORD CUP, 1975 76 -

Holders: Queen's School Points House Grove Queen's Awarded Manor Rise Tempi( Dronfield

Senior Rugger Junior Rugger Senior Cricket Junior Cricket Senior Rowing Junior Rowing Athletic Sports Athletics Standards Cross Country Junior Long Run Swimming Sports Swimming Standards Tennis ... Shooting (Team) Squash ... Fencing

••••• ••• ••• •••

20 10 20 10 20 10 15 15 10 10 15 10 15 15 15 15 225

20 10 — 10

20

— — — — ____ — — — ___ —

— — — 10 15 10 — —

55

—

80

15 — 10 —

20 10 — 15

— — —

15

— —

_ 15 — 15

55

40

30

15

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WALKING CLUB, 1975-76 During the Winter and Spring terms the Walking Club was under the guidance of Mr. Macdonald and Mr. Gaastra. We did many pleasant walks around the White Horse, Hood Hill area. On one Autumn afternoon it was so foggy that even though we walked within two hundred yards of Rievaulx Abbey, we did not catch a glimpse of it. Nearer York on some of the better days, weatherwise, we have ventured to Kirkham Abbey, the grounds of Castle Howard (to see the pyramid, the Mausoleum and the lake), and Ampleforth Forest. Whilst on one crisp winter's day we went to the Brickponds at Sand Hutton and to our surprise they had a two-inch thick sheet of ice covering them. Later on in winter we went to Terrington and just after we left it started to snow and we walked for the rest of the afternoon in blizzard conditions, therefore we gratefully accepted a cup of coffee, some biscuits and a warm log fire kindly offered by Mr. and Mrs. Baldwin of Terrington. For the Summer term we had another Mr. Macdonald to take us out. This Mr. Macdonald is a New Zealander and is on an exchange with Mr. Bulcock. The tveather was not very kind. Out of the first four walks we were soaked with rain three times, and on the fourth, while we were walking from Newton-upon-Rawcliffe to Skelton Tower and back, we were subjected to rain, sleet and hail. When it became warmer we walked from Cloughton to Hayburn Wyke where the more daring members went for a swim in the sea, which was to say the least cool! Our last few walks have been on the Ings to Overton and that area. I thank all those who have aided and abetted our very enjoyable walks of the last year. H.C.

TABLE TENNIS Table Tennis matches against youth clubs and other schools commenced towards the end of the Christmas term. Team members were drawn entirely from the fourth forms but were usually playing against opponents who were on the average two or three years older. In spite of this the team acquitted itself well, winning most matches by convincing margins, and losing only one match, that against the York Boys Club. Players were drawn from the following: —M. A. Raheem (captain), M. S. D. Blackburn, T. J. Casling, B. Saber, S. M. Dixon, G. Dixon and S. J. Goodwin. A visit from Peter Simpson, the North of England table tennis coach, proved very helpful. The Inter-House table tennis knockout competition was won by Temple, who defeated Grove 5-4 in the final. P.L.H. 81

YOUTH ACTION YORK The last year has seen many varied tasks carried out by our intrepid band of volunteers. There has been gardening, decorating, lawn-cutting, and the weekly visits to local Old Age Pensioners and Bootham Psychiatric Hospital. In addition we have participated in occasional Charity collections in the city centre (many thanks to Le Girondin Restaurant, who gave two of our collectors a free coffee on a wintry Saturday morning), and have also organised or helped in fund-raising for Youth Action York (dismantling marquees, Radio 5 benefit concerts, side-stalls and a Charity Football Match). We pride ourselves on being a varied and worthwhile addition or alternative to the standard games programme for senior boys in the School. But we would be nowhere without people, and the following list must by definition of our activities be incomplete. Many thanks to Tim Barker, Andrew Steggall, Kevin Dell, Greg Pritchard, Steven Bruce-Jones, Mike Christelow, Chris and John Greaves, Andrew Holmes, Philip Johnson, Jonathon Kneeshaw, Philip Lancaster and Paddy Smith. Thanks also to those who have assisted us with transport, advice and support throughout the year. Mrs. Shuttleworth, Mrs. Smart, Mrs. Judy White, Mr. B. Allen, Mr. Depledge, Mr. Harris, Mr. Power, and Major Sugden at Lumley Barracks. R.A.B. & C.N.W.

ORIENTEERING It could be claimed that the School Magazine is no place to applaud the particular achievements of individuals, in an activity which is not readily available to all boys in the School. However, I believe it can be justified when a boy gains the sort of International recognition which Chris Hirst has in the Orienteering world. He has frequently represented Great Britain in International matches against teams from Norway, Finland, Sweden, Switzerland and Denmark and recently won against such diverse opposition in an individual International event in the Lake District. Despite being far younger than all the others in contention, he has already been selected for the Great Britain pool from which the Senior Team will be selected for this year's World Championship to be held in Aviemore in September, and there is every prospect that he will be selected for the final team. Orienteering is no longer in its infancy; it has made great progress during the last few years and such recognition as this at international level is very creditable. D.H.H.

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HOUSE NOTES DRONFIELD Christmas Term At the end of last term we said goodbye to George, our porter, who has been very ably replaced this term by Herbert Rollinson. We also welcomed Mr. Hughes as our new Assistant Housemaster at the beginning of term. John Clark returned for his Oxbridge term and was both Head of House and Head of School for its duration. We have since heard the news of his success in gaining a place at Lincoln College, Oxford. Brian Kay captained the Athletics this year and in the sports we gained fourth position as opposed to last year's sixth. Julian Guy performed very commendably and Tim Kirby deserves mention for his second placing in the Senior Long Jump. Our athletics standards, however, did not go quite as well. "All the Young Dudes" was this year's contribution to the InterHouse Singing Competition from our willing, if not all that talented. choral volunteers. It was adapted, instrumentally accompanied, produced and directed by Edmund Atha, with Tim Barker providing special vocal effects during the performance. Paul Rushbrooke gave us the help on the guitar which we could not have been without. Although our performance only gained us fifth position overall, it had a distinct taste of originality. In the House Rugby Competition, we suffered two fairly narrow defeats. In the Senior competition we met Temple, and after a hard fought game the opposition eventually came out on top. The side was captained by Tim Kirby who also had a good season with the School 1st XV and was consequently awarded his Rugby colours. In the Junior Rugby competition (which did in fact occur during the Easter Term) we narrowly lost against the Grove, and Ashley Powell, who captained the side, must be highly commended. Edmund Atha, Stephen Atha, Tim Barker, Philip Reay, Paul Aagaard and, of course, Mr. Coulthard must be mentioned for their very creditable contributions to this year's School play production, "lolanthe". At the end of term Tim Kirby, Brian Kay and Charles McGregor were awarded their Senior House colours. Easter Term Tim Kirby was made a School Monitor at the start of the term. This term saw the start of a comparatively new sport inside the School, the indoor five-a-side football. Each House had two teams and every team in the competition played each other. Our captain was Marc Dietrich who showed "tremendous" skills in the execution of this sport. Although we did not in fact win the competition, if the two teams' performances are combined, we came out on top. It must be noted, however, that when our 'A' team played our 'B' team, the supposedly less skilful 'B' team won! Marc Dietrich also captained the House Cross-Country team, but despite his hard efforts with training runs and such like, we only 83

managed sixth position, although Chris Brockbank presented a fine individual performance in coming fifteenth overall. Our Junior CrossCountry team suffered a similar position in the race but individual performances such as Michael Sunley's eleventh placing should be highly commended. The House Swimming and Water Polo teams were captained by Andrew Varley this year, and although he was unfortunately unable to swim in the Sports, his competent and experienced coaching helped us to gain a very respectable fourth position. In the Water Polo, however, we came up against a very skilful Queen's team and as a result lost quite heavily. Paul Yates and John Wrigley swam very well indeed and it looks as though we have a strong swimming team in the making for future years. In last year's notes Tim Stephenson said that he hoped, after last year's House Play, that there would be more productions as successful as "A Tale of Two Idiots". I am pleased to report that this year's production was as successful. Edmund Atha produced it and we were at first going to perform an Agatha Christie play, but just a short while before the play was supposed to occur, it was decided that we should write our own. So Brian Kay, Andrew Varley and Marc Dietrich concocted, "Dick Whittington at York", a play within a play. It included a host of special effects, current impersonations of police officials, "custard pies", and jokes from members of the House whose humour has yet to be equalled. We were able to manage such a high degree of House participation that we even persuaded someone to become the "murderer"! The whole production went off very well and we were able to take advantage of Andrew Varley's printing skills for the programmes. I would also like to thank Fiona Minty, Jane Ackroyd and Alex Abbott for their acting performances. This term also saw the start of the Inter-House Table Tennis competition. George Dixon was captain and despite his hard coaching efforts, we lost to a strong Grove team. George Dixon also organised a Snooker competition within the House this term. John Stone captained our House Badminton team, but through no fault of his own we suffered defeat against the Manor in the first round. Altogether then, this has been a very busy term both inside and out of the House, showing enthusiasm if not skill in all modes of activity. Summer Term Chris Brockbank was appointed Captain of Cricket this term and in the Senior Inter-House competition we beat the Grove in the first round but lost, very narrowly, to the Manor in the second round. John Taylor bowled well but an important note must be made of Ken Dodd and Marc Dietrich for their memorable "last stand", which produced some of the most entertaining cricket of the whole competition. The Junior cricket side also played the Grove in the first round and beat them, but in the semi-finals we lost to the Rise. The side was captained by Philip Johnson who commends Beng Siew Yeo and Stuart Press for their creditable performances. Our Tennis team this year proved to be quite flimsy in some quarters and in the first round we found ourselves up against a very skilful Queen's team (the eventual winners of the competition). 84

Excepting the types of activities within the everyday scope of the House and School, a mention must be made for Grant White, whose hobby of photography has won him the attention of many masters and pupils with his superb photographs of the School and of sporting activities within the School. We have also seen the progression of Philip Reay in his piano studies and Patrick Crowley with his violin performances, both in concerts and competitions. At the end of term we will be saying goodbye to all the monitors except Brian Kay who will be returning next term to sit for his Cambridge Entrance Examination. In finishing I would like to thank the cleaning staff in the House for their efficiency and patience in cleaning up after us, Mrs. Irving for doing so well the numerous jobs entailed in being Matron to us. Thanks also to Mr. Hughes and particularly to Mr. and Mrs. Coulthard who have cheerfully and efficiently brought the House through another academic year. C.S.M.

GROVE Christmas Term

The Grove boarders returned to see the upstairs studies redecorated and turned into bedsitters, which was a pleasant improvement. Although the Grove had no outstanding performers on Sports Day, consistent running by Mark Blackburn and David Smakman, and jumping by Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Graham Cole gained useful points. Ian Wiggle was in charge of the House Singing, and along with his fellow choir members sang very well in the more serious side of the competition. The Senior House Rugby team took to the field this year, but although losing 44-0 to a very hard Manor side, the score seemed not to reflect the relative effort. John Twizell represented the 1st XV, Geoff Brown the 2nd XV, Philip Kilmartin the Senior Colts XV and David Gardner the Under 14 XV. The term ended on a happy note with the Christmas Party given by Mr. and Mrs. Allen. Easter Term The House welcomed back George from his trip to Australia and also welcomed Arend Bokenkamp on German exchange with Geoff Brown. Rupert Brown did very well to win the 3rd form General Knowledge Competition. Clive Hodgson was made a School Monitor and celebrated by leading home the House Cross Country team. In the Junior Long Run Michael Kerr was 7th and David Kaner 10th. John Noble was awarded his House colours for his efforts as Captain of Cross Country. The Junior Rugby team, with few School team players, did well to beat Dronfield in the 1st round. 85

The Grove had three members of the Hockey 1st XI, John Twizell (Captain), David Young and John Noble, and each gained his School colours. Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Philip Kilmartin represented the Colts XI. The House played a leading part in the Radio 5 Concert with Andrew Steggall, David Young and Chris Westropp. In Tim Casling and Mark Blackburn the Grove has two outstanding table tennis players and the House team was unfortunate to lose in the final of the House competition. Summer Term

We welcomed back Geoff Brown from Germany. Again the House musical talents came to the fore with Nicholas Frost the most successful of our competitors. The Senior House Cricket team gave a brave performance, losing by 3 wickets to Dronfield. Jeremy Markwick-Smith batted very well for 36 runs and Philip Kilmartin took 4 wickets. Dronfield also defeated our Junior Cricket team, but Jeremy Markwick-Smith again batted well. Michael Kerr played a dour but useful part, batting throughout most of the innings. Jeremy was also captain of the Senior Colts XI and was awarded his House colours. Graham Village led the House Tennis team to two fine victories before losing to a very strong Queen's team. He also played regularly for the School Tennis VI and was awarded his House colours. In the Folk Evening Andrew Steggall, David Young, Chris Westropp and Sandy Day took part, with Andrew outstanding. John Snowdon has been the Grove's leading member of the Boat Club. As the year neared its close the House discovered that it had eventually won a Cup, the House Aggregate Cup for Shooting. We are sorry to have to say goodbye to Tom Moss who has been here for one year, from the U.S.A. He has taken a full part in the House and School, representing the latter at Basketball. We wish him well and hope that he keeps in contact with us. Also we have to say goodbye and thank you to Mr. Depledge and welcome Mr. Butler as the Assistant Housemaster. The departing Middle Sixth would like to say thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Allen and wish them, the new Head of House and his Monitors good luck for next year. J.H.T.

MANOR Christmas Term

At the beginning of the term Steven Bruce-Jones was appointed Head of House and Peter Clare a school monitor. We welcomed thirteen juniors to the house and hope they enjoy their time here to the full. The first event of the term was the athletic sports in which we had a strong team admirably led by Edward Storey which came third to Queen's and 86

Temple. Our overall performance in the standards was not so good as we were fifth. The other main sporting event was the senior house rugby in which we met Rise, having beaten Grove with ease. We lost 10-16 to the Rise, the eventual winners, despite the stirring leadership and example of Simon Dench and Peter Clare. In the house singing competition our rendering of "Scarborough Fair" was acclaimed as the best song of the evening. Though our part song was unfortunately a little ambitious, we achieved second place behind our old rivals Queen's. All credit must go to Barry Creasy for his directorship which has led the house to top placings four years running. Our Christmas party was just as much of a success as last year's. We invited sixty boys and girls from Boston Spa to the sports hall for an "It's a Knockout" competition. Both our guests and the boys of the house enjoyed themselves immensely and we are very grateful to Mrs. Shuttleworth for her superb organisation, which made it all possible. As well as activities within the house we have contributed to most activities of the School with prominent parts played by members of the house in Swimming, Water Polo, Shooting, Squash, Rugby, Printing, Social Services, Radio Five, Choir and the York Symphony Orchestra. Congratulations are especially due to Mike Parker on getting a trial for Lancashire Colts at rugby. Another field in which we are competing as a house is the five-a-side soccer, in which our two teams are enjoying playing despite disappointing results. Senior House colours were awarded to Barry Creasy and Junior colours to Richard Pulleyn, Kevin Clarkson and Nicholas Sanderson. In general, a fruitful term in which the amount of effort put in is not reflected by the results. S.B.-J. Easter Term At the beginning of this term Steven Bruce-Jones was appointed Head of School, Peter Clare Head of House, and Victor Matthews and Marcus 'Haw were appointed school monitors. The first major event of the term was the Junior House rugby, in which we did very well, reaching the final, but Rise again proved too strong for us and we lost 13-7. After missing out last year the house made sure we would have a play to entertain the School with. With a lot of effort from everyone, and some excellent producing by Steven Bruce-Jones, the House put on a very good performance of "Forty Years On". Nearly all of the house took part, showing excellent spirit. In the Inter House Cross-Country Race the Manor did extremely well. Although Chris Hirst won it in a new record, Marcus Haw, Edward Storey, Chris Harland and Greg Pritchard ran with incredible guts and determination, all coming in the first ten places, laying the foundations for the rest of the team. And thus we came out winners. Queen's were second. The Manor had two more successes in this term, winning the Water I Polo and the Inter-House Swimming Sports under the stirring leadership of Victor Matthews and Gregory Pritchard. In the Water Polo we beat Queen's House in the final, 13-2. In the swimming we did especially well with one or two of our best swimmers down with flu. Queen's came in 87

second with an excellent fight. We also won the Swimming Standards due to a fine effort from the lower three years of the house. At the end of a very successful term indeed Junior House colours were presented to Tim Upton, Andrew Motion, Ian Rayson and Matthew Quirke.

Summer Term The first major events concerning the house this term were the Senior House cricket matches. In the first round we played Queen's House, who were not at full strength, and when we had them all out for about sixty, we felt confident of victory. However, our concentration was lacking due to over confidence and if it had not been for the younger members of the team we might well have crashed to a very unexpected defeat. However, Richard Pulleyn and Ian Rayson pulled us through very courageously to meet Dronfield in the next round, which proved to be another very exciting match. Mark Stringer showed his form on a rather indifferent wicket and Peter Clare bowled tidily to pull the house team through to meet Rise in the final. Once again on an indifferent wicket, the Manor was struggling, losing five quick wickets. However, due to some very fine batting by Richard Taylor we passed the hundred mark. We then proceeded to get Rise out, not without a very hard fight in rather poor light. We had a very good performance by Marcus Haw in the music competition; he won his section, playing the violin. We were not so very lucky, however, in the house tennis competition, as we met a very strong Queen's team in the first round of the competition and were thus knocked out. However, Tony March played very well, taking quite a few games off George Knowles. Returning to cricket, and our Junior House team, they have done extremely well; they reached the final after beating Queen's and then Temple to meet Rise in the final. Both the previous matches, especially the game against Queen's, were very exciting and showed the very keen attitude of the younger part of the house with Andrew Taylor bowling exceptionally well. • In the final, however, we were beaten quite convincingly by the Rise, who were very pleased to avenge their Senior House team's defeat. All in all it has been a very successful term, just as the whole year has, and we would like to wish all leavers the very best in the future. P.C.C. QUEEN'S Christmas Term The beginning of the term saw the appointment of Alan Tait as Head of House and Alastair Barron, Howard Gatiss, George Knowles, Stuart Newstead, Julian Turner and Simon Wallace as house monitors. In the athletics which started the year the house, led by the example of the Captain of Athletics, Michael Willetts, worked hard and were rewarded by holding the Standards Cup. Despite some fine individual performances the house were beaten into second place by Temple on 88

Sports Day. Later in the term Stuart Newstead, captaining the rugby, led the house to the final, where they lost to The Rise. Julian Turner sustained an injury which meant that the team were one short for much of the game. The house also lost in the final of the fencing to Temple. On the cultural side the house singing competition was won after some fine performances and a lot of hard work by Howard Gatiss. Easter Term

Alastair Barron was a school monitor. The Easter term brought Georg Raspe and Alfred Bodefeld on exchange for David Barron and Philip Johnson. They eventually settled down and we hope they enjoyed their stay with us. Simon Wallace produced a fine house play entitled "Black Coffee" by Agatha Christie. This was a splendid production which everyone both on stage and behind the scenes enjoyed. In the swimming pool we finished runners up in the Inter-House Swimming and the water polo. The house, under Alan Tait, put up a determined effort against a very strong Manor team. The swimming team, captained by Nigel Denison, worked hard and enthusiastically but again lost to a talented team from The Manor. The cross country team produced some fine individual efforts by Tim Abbey, the captain, and Kevin Miller, but were beaten into second place. The junior side, however, retained the junior long run cup and a fine individual performance was put in by Kevin Miller. The junior rugby side were beaten despite some courageous performances and a lot of work. Nicholas Squire led them with great tenacity. Despite some good performances by our team the shooting cup went to Temple. Summer Term

We welcome David and Philip back from their term in Germany. In the cricket competitions we were drawn against The Manor and both matches produced what is now the traditional cliff hanger. Our very strong tennis team, captained by Alastair Barron, retained the Tennis trophy. After the previous years' successes we were there to be shot at and this year the house seems to have been the perpetual runner-up. Many activities have been supported enthusiastically by all years in the house and there is much hope for the future as the younger ones gain experience. A.W.T. I should like to express my thanks to Alan Tait and to all the monitors. R.H.H. THE RISE Christmas Term

At the start of the term the house was pleased to welcome Mr. Armstrong as Assistant Housemaster. Niall Monro was appointed Head of House and David Potter was made a school monitor. 89

As usual the sporting year began on the athletics track. Unfortunately our final position of fifth on Sports Day didn't reflect the effort put in by our athletes, our only winner being Charles Burdass, who won the Junior Cricket Ball. A much truer reflection of the overall house efforts came in the Standards, where we came a very creditable second. Marcus Tyson was captain of our successful Junior Water Polo team, beating Dronfield, Manor and School House. On the rugger field the house were very successful, winning the Senior House Cup for the third time in as many years. Disposing of School House in the first round (28-0) and Manor in the semi-finals (16-10), the final was a personal triumph for the captain, Toby Thomas, who scored three spectacular tries in a 30-6 victory. The Rise again had their fair quota of team players. David Potter, Toby Thomas and David Lister were awarded their First XV colours. The latter two must be congratulated on both being awarded their caps and also on being selected for Durham and Yorkshire trials respectively. David Lister rounded off a fine season by winning the Morris-McGrath Trophy for the most improved rugger player. Tony Temple and Richard Egleton gained their Second XV colours and Niall Monro captained the Third XV. Towards the end of term the House entered an A and B team in the newly-formed School 5-a-side soccer league, which was to be carried on into the Easter term. By the end of term the A team was on top of the league with three wins in three matches. Senior House colours were awarded to Richard Egleton and Tony Temple. Marcus Tyson, Chris Rymer, Tim Sudworth and Garry Thompson gained their Junior colours. Easter Term

The term began with the appointment of David Potter as Vice-Head of School, and Toby Thomas was made a school monitor. The highlight of the term was undoubtedly the fine performances of our Junior rugger team. Even though there were a number of team players in the side, the Cup was finally won with an exceptionally good all-round team performance, the non-team players excelling themselves. After victories over Queen's and School a very close and hard-fought Final was won 11-7 over Manor. In both the cross-country events we were placed third. Although again many people tried hard, special mention must go to John Ellison, who ran outstandingly well in both, coming eighth in the Senior and second in the Junior. For the School hockey teams, Niall Monro was awarded his First XI colours and Richard Egleton his Second XI colours after captaining the side. Tim Burdass and John Baggs played regularly for the Colts. Gary King, a member of the School First Water Polo team, was captain of our House team who were narrowly defeated by Queen's in the semi-final of the House Knockout Cup. The House also won the new Third-Forms Rugby 7-a-side League, gaining maximum points in six matches. Unfortunately the House did not do very well in the swimming sports, coming fifth, but this disappointment was more than made up for by our footballers, who won the School five-a-side League. At one stage the team 90

won nine matches in a row, dropping only four points during the whole competition. The team, captained by Niall Monro, played with much flair, scoring 66 goals and conceding only 25. Much of the team's success can be attributed to David Potter, who scored in every match, ending up with a total of 33 goals to his name. Finally commiserations must go to a gallant effort by our Junior squash team. Although potentially a winner, the injury-hit team were beaten in a hard-fought final. Summer Term This term the house scored two notable academic successes. Richard Egleton won the Toyne European History Prize, and Richard Bray won the top Boarding Scholarship. We congratulate them both on their efforts. Our tennis team had a mixed season. Captained by First VI player Tony Temple, they did well to beat a strong School team in the First Round but were well beaten by seemingly inferior opponents Grove in the Semi-Final. David Potter was awarded his First XI colours and Toby Thomas and Niall Monro played for the Second XI. In the Senior cricket competition the house reached the final for the fifth time in six years only to be beaten again by Manor. However, the Junior team extracted just revenge by heavily defeating Manor in the final of the Junior competition. Finally I would like to thank all the monitors for the tremendous amount of work that they have done this year in the House, and hope that their exam results confirm all they deserve. N.P.M.

SCHOOL HOUSE Christmas Term School Appointments. Congratulations to Nick Ramsden—Head of Boats, a post which now seems traditionally filled by School House, and Bob Sherratt—School monitor. Christmas Term brought some notable new arrivals, 13 Juniors, also Babak Saber, Manwarul Islam—and the Goodwin brothers, Ian and Simon. All settled in quickly. The house has all the cheerful ingredients of an International Convention with representatives from Bangladesh, Bolivia, Chile, Holland, Hong Kong, Iran, Ireland, Kenya, Singapore, Zambia and Lancashire. We were well served in Athletics by our Captain, James Larcombe, who not only gained full points (in his standards) but inspired his team, notably Simon Goodwin and Stuart Andrews, with creditable results. Our Rugger side was subject to lengthy and vigorous training by Captain Nick Graham, but alas to no avail, being beaten on a foggy day by an experienced Rise side who were the eventual competition winners. Congratulations are due to Nick Glaysher, Nick Graham, Bob Sherratt and Phil Stemmler, who served the School XV well and were all justly rewarded for their efforts by being awarded their colours, Nigel Radford also played but was unfortunate not to gain his colours. 91

The Senior Colts, led by Jon Glen, had a wonderful term, winning all their matches, and colours were awarded to the whole team, which included James McKinlay and Edward Parkinson. In the Junior XVs we were represented by.— Under 14 As Hindhaugh and Chapman Under 14 Bs Kershaw Under 15 As Bird and Hinchliffe Whilst we were placed third in the Work Cup at least we had the satisfaction of being the highest placed of the Boarding Houses, no mean achievement. Junior Water Polo was notable for the time and energy expended by Martin Gray. His very young team reached the final, only to have the ill-luck to be beaten in extra time by an older and more experienced Rise team. A good effort! Ian Hindhaugh and Andrew Kershaw deserve special mention. Both represented the School in swimming and water polo along with Paul Greenwood, Tim Barton, Martin Gray and Edward Lumb. November and December provided little snow or opportunity for winter sports, but we were all concerned and sympathetic as Mr. Craine suffered a recurrence of his back trouble. Happily at the time of writing these notes he is now restored to his customary good health and humour. Finally and sadly we said goodbye to Bob Sherratt, whom we shall miss. It is reported he has obtained employment at a brewery, presumably as preliminary and not an alternative to taking up his place at Edinburgh University.

Easter Term Easter Term brought the appointment of Richard Parkinson as School Monitor, and one new boy, David Hinchliffe. In the Water Polo competition we lost to Manor 6-3 in the semi-finals despite sterling work by Kershaw, Hindhaugh and Gray. The House Play "Red Spy at Night" was an example of tight casting involving Graham Nicholson, Nick Graham and Ross Pullan, plus for the second consecutive year two guest celebrity stars from Queen Anne's —Debbie Long and Elaine Simmonds, whom it must be noted are becoming increasingly popular. The audience were enthralled for the full duration of the play-25 minutes! Credits are also due to John Swiers, Paul Scott and Tony Miller for creating a superb set, and to Mr. Macdonald, for "Producing", and much other hard work, including operating the curtain. Congratulations are due to Richard Parkinson, for his Gold Duke of Edinburgh award, and to Richard Barker, who shot for the School. The Senior Long Run was notable for good efforts by Stuart Wilson (10th), Richard Barker (13th) and our Captain, James Larcombe (17th), notwithstanding his adventures with barbed wire fences. Jeremy Storey distinguished himself in Junior Squash but generally alas we are currently lacking in skill if not enthusiasm; we lost 5-0 to Temple. 92

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Mid-term brought a few notable casualties from influenza, but happily they were all restored to us in due time. We lost the Junior House Rugby to the eventual winners—Rise, but the contest revealed some hitherto undiscovered talent; Manwural Islam playing for the first time demonstrated great panache, only tempered by his repeated inability to understand the off-side rule. In spite of a great effort from Babak Saber we lost to Temple in the Table Tennis competition. House Squash was also lost to Queen's 3-2 in the final, a good effort from Graham Nicholson, Stuart Wilson and James Larcombe. On this occasion Nick Graham has not denied being idle! There was an innovation in the Junior Cross Country when both first and second years were entered. There were good efforts from Richard Sharp (4th), Simon Goodwin (8th), Jeremy Storey (9th), Howard Bilton and Duncan Fallow. We gained third place in House Swimming, with thanks to Ian Hindhaugh and Martin Gray; it was unfortunate that Andrew Kershaw was confined in the "San" at the critical time. In the House Competitions, the Senior Table Tennis was won by Edward Parkinson, who beat James Larcombe 3-1, the Junior by Babak Saber, who beat Simon Goodwin. Darts—Edward Parkinson beat Mark Pullan and Ian Hindhaugh beat Andrew Kershaw. The competitions were well supported and there has been a keen competitive spirit and much goodwill and enjoyment. School Colours were won by Graham Nicholson and James Larcombe for Squash: Nigel Radford, Richard and Edward Parkinson, First XI Hockey: congratulations to all of them. Both James Larcombe and Ross Pullan represented the Second XI. Trial Exams for the Fifth and Middle Sixth came round and to Mr. Craine's relief "examinitis"—or as he sometimes calls it the "Silly Season"—passed quietly and without undue incident. We regretfully failed to make an appearance in the House Singing Competition due to the retirement of Richard Owen, our one surviving choir member. We were, however, able to produce some fierce competition, albeit on a different plane with the confident strains of the Classical, and occasionally not so Classical guitars of James Larcombe, Stuart Wilson and Jon Glen tentatively supported by David Reed. It is worth recording the unusual occasion when the hallowed formality of school assembly was broken by the Headmaster's announcement that a package had been delivered from Chelsea Football Club, addressed to "A Supporter". Those who are knowledgeable in these matters directed their attention to Julian Bowen-Rees, who curiously did not step forward. The Five-a-Side competition was notable for our B team, well led by Simon Goodwin and Jon Glen, finishing higher than the A team, in spite of the enthusiasm of Ross Pullan and Stuart Wilson. The Juniors were not allowed to enter the competition and although we did not have an official booking for the sports hall there has been 93

much activity in borrowing other allocations. Some splendid games have taken place and we have the talent and enthusiasm to do really well in the future.

Summer Term We returned to find the top floor and studies had been superbly carpeted. As a result of accommodating visitors during the holidays the House funds are particularly healthy, and we intend to purchase some games equipment in the near future. Cricket. The House was well represented by the following : 1st XI — Jon Glen and Nigel Radford 2nd XI — Richard Parkinson and Steve Brown 3rd XI — Anwarul Islam Under 14 XI — Ian Hindhaugh, Nigel Chapman Senior House Match. We lost to Temple in the first round. Steve Brown carried his bat through the innings, and although the result was close, our fielding was not up to standard. Junior Cricket versus Temple. Temple set a target of 125. Ian Hindhaugh played a Captain's innings and whilst we lost by 11 runs, the side, which contained eight Juniors, demonstrated great enthusiasm and determination, which looks well for the future. Tennis. We lost to Rise in the first round. Nick Graham and Edward Parkinson played well in the doubles and only lost one game. Rowing. The following represented the School at regattas : Senior: Nick Ramsden, Stuart Wilson, Phil Stemmler, Malcolm Warne. Junior: Tim Linton, Stuart Andrews, Paul Greenwood, Richard Sharp. A new bike shed, with lock, is now operational and is used extensively, especially by the Junior-Middles. Our representatives in the First XI, Jon Glen and Nigel Radford, are both to be congratulated for gaining their colours, as are Richard Parkinson and Steve Brown, who represented the School at Second XI level. School prizes have been won by Tim Barton and Ian Hindhaugh for consistently good work throughout the term. The B.M.A. Prize went to Richard Parkinson. "Ted" Craggs and Richard Barker both won shooting cups—well done. The House carried on its dominance on the river, winning two cups from three finals. The Junior four who at the start of the competition were given no chance, beat Grove and Temple to reach the final against Queen's. The race was won after a re-race. The Seniors won their cup against Temple; again they were not favourites. Our third finalist, Stuart Wilson, was unlucky to lose in the final of the sculls, by just half a length. Much of the success must be due to the hard work in coaching of Nick Ramsden and Stuart Wilson. House colours were awarded to Martin Gray, Edward Parkinson an Richard Barker and Senior colours to Ross Pullan, Richard Parkinso and Nick Ramsden. 94

A blend of determination and enthusiasm built up over the last year should hold us in good stead for the future. Finally I would like to thank every member of the House for his support over the last year. Their co-operation has made my year in office a most enjoyable one. Lastly I wish you all every success in the future. I .R.P.

TEMPLE Christmas Term I. P. Heavens was appointed Head of House, and G. D. Gumbrell was a School Monitor. The whole of the Middle Sixth were House Monitors, with R. F. Pulleyn as a School Monitor. The term got off to an unfortunate start when Mr. Croft fell ill a few days before. We are pleased to be able to record a full return to his former health. Mr. Daniel is to be thanked for running the House so well during Mr. Croft's absence. C. J. Hirst and I. G. Wilson are to be congratulated for gaining maximum points in the Athletics Standards. On Sports Day the House team, under the leadership of C. J. Hirst, achieved a remarkable win by not only coming first overall-94 points to Queen's 65 (second)—but by winning all the Athletics Cups. There were many fine individual performances; C. J. Hirst won the Senior 800m and 1500m, setting a new School record, R. F. Pulleyn the Senior 200m and 400m, S. J. WinrowCampbell the Senior Long Jump and 100m, J. A. Wiseman the Senior High Jump, C. P. Johnson the Intermediate 200m and I. G. Wilson the Junior 100m. The Senior and Intermediate Relay teams both won their events. Well done for this outstanding achievement! Members of the House featured strongly in the School's Rugby teams; R. F. Pulleyn was Captain of the 1st XV; P. A. Newdick, T. C. Moore, R. F. Hart, D. I. Riley and S. J. Winrow-Campbell played for the 2nd XV; P. T. Atkinson played for the 3rd XV; K. W. Kerr was Vice-Captain of the Under 16 Colts XV, for which J. P. Morcom, C. P. Johnson, C. Hawkswell, S. W. Humphreys and M. E. Wilson also played. J. N. W. Hare captained and I. A. Robinson played for the Under 15 Colts XV. I. G. Wilson played for the Under 14 Colts XV. A good match against Dronfield resulted in victory for the Senior House team by 28 points to 9. Unfortunately they were beaten 3-12 by Queen's in the next round. The entry in the House Singing Competition was enthusiastic but unprepared, the team being stricken by illness, and we came fourth. Various knock-out competitions were organised in the House, proving very enjoyable; A. F. Heavens won the chess, S. M. Burn the snooker and M. A. Raheem the table tennis competition. I.P.H. Easter Term At the beginning of the term, R. F. Pulleyn was appointed Head of House and C. J. Hirst was appointed a School Monitor. We congratulate I. P. Heavens on his election as a Scholar in Mathematics at Clare College, Cambridge. 95

The term began well as members of the House proved their academic skills in the General Knowledge paper—special congratulations are in order for C. G. A. Morcom, J. R. A. Greaves, R. J. T. Wilson and A. Barrel!, who won their particular groups. On the rugby field, the House met with little success at Junior level, although J. N. W. Hare, I. A. Robinson, I. G. Wilson and A. Jackson all played in regular School teams. The Senior Inter-House cross-country race produced, once again, no success at House level, and we finished fifth. However, good performances were recorded by C. J. Hirst, who won the event, and A. M. Prowde, who finished 27th. At Junior level there was a little more success, and the House finished fourth, with particularly good efforts by A. B. Tuck, who came fifth and was, in fact, the first Third-former home, M. A. Raheem, S. M. Dixon and M. W. E. Watson, who all finished within the first twenty. In the Inter-House indoor sports competition, the House has shown considerable skill, and has proved successful—if not always victorious. Perhaps the highlight of these competitions was our victory in the Table Tennis competition. M. A. Raheem led the House to a decisive victory, beating School House 7-2, Manor 6-3, and Grove in the final 5-4. The team consisted of M. A. Raheem, H. R. B. Pease, S. M. Dixon and C. P. Johnson. In Squash, the Senior Team was narrowly defeated by Dronfield 3-2. However, the Juniors reached the semi-final and were narrowly defeated by Queen's. Prominent players in the competition were P. M. Stafford, H. R. B. Pease and P. N. Mander. The Badminton teams also had some success, and both teams reached the second round. The Shooting team was particularly strong this year, and it consisted of P. D. Widdicombe, A. M. Prowde, C. J. Hirst and C. G. A. Morcom. Sharp eyes, steady shooting, accompanied by consistent skill, enabled us to win the cup comfortably. Two teams competed in the Inter-House Five-a-Side tournament. The 'A' team had particular success, and finished second in the league, and were the only unbeaten side in the competition. Top goal scorers were Riley and Pulleyn, and the team was also made up of Newdick (Capt.), Wilson, Wiseman, Kerr and Irons. In the other School sports, C. G. A. Morcom, T. C. Moore, I. A. Nichols and C. A. F. Brown all rowed in Senior fours, and C. G. A. Morcom is a permanent oarsman of the first four. His brother, J. P. Morcom, rowed in the Colts four, who won the Head of the River in the Novice Class. In the swimming sports, as a House we had little success, but individual congratulations are due to K. W. Kerr and I. A. Robinson, who both came second in their events. Summer Term

The term quickly got under way, and the summer sporting programme began immediately: Cricket, Water Polo and Rowing fixtures all set the initial pace in the first week of what is, in both academic and sporting circles, a very energetic term. D. I. Riley was appointed Captain of Senior House cricket, and his regular place in the First XI makes him a most worthy leader. We defeated School House by two wickets in the first round of the InterHouse competition—C. Hawkswell made a very fast 52. We lost to The 96

Rise by four wickets in a close and tense struggle, in which only 125 runs were scored altogether. Other members of the House are to be congratulated on playing for School teams: K. W. Kerr (1st XI), J. N. W. Hare and H. R. B. Pease (Senior Colts), and D. M. Noyes (Junior). J. N. W. Hare was appointed Captain of the Junior House cricket team. The House Boat Club members provide a formidable line-up of enthusiastic oarsmen, many of whom have represented School crews: the most notable members being C. G. A. Morcom, T. C. Moore, C. A. F. Brown, I. A. Nichols and J. P. Morcom—all having rowed for top School crews. Judging from the abundance of good oarsmen, we anticipated some success in the Inter-House competition. Disappointingly, little success was gained by the Tennis team, who were surpisingly defeated by the Grove in the first round. In Water Polo and Shooting congratulations are in order. K. W. Kerr is a regular and valuable member of the first team in Water Polo, and C. J. Hirst, A. M. Prowde, P. D. Widdicombe, S. W. Humphreys and P. W. H. Chilman are House Shooters, who also represent the School. Academically, the House has asserted its influence on the term in no uncertain way. We learned that D. M. Noyes had gained a Scholarship, which is a very commendable feat; C. J. Hirst won the Wilcox Prize for Physics, P. A. Newdick the Senior Geography Prize, P. W. S. De Silva the Dean of York's Junior Latin Prize, P. S. Lancaster the Whytehead Senior Divinity Prize, A. F. Heavens shared the Dronfield Prize for Mathematics, G. C. Pattie a prize for Science, P. D. Jowsey the Handicraft Prize, and J. A. Johnson the Music Prize for Woodwind. R.F.P.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER May Week, 1976 In the wake of an entertainment held in Trinity College and attended by Peter Croft, David DuCroz and various past and present members of the School, parents and friends, a quorum of Cambridge Old Peterites decided to produce a Cambridge letter sketching the varied activities of the "1st XVI". Eldest surviving is Angus Bowie (Temple, 1962-1967), whose long experience has well equipped him for dealing with the local Abbot. Now a Research Fellow of Emmanuel, his time between supervising, parties and High Table banquets is spent writing a thesis on ancient Lesbian poetry. Several rungs below on the academic ladder comes the large group of third year undergraduates. Famous in the sports pages of The Times and Daily Telegraph is Steve Coverdale (Queen's, 1967-72), Cricket Blue, multiple sportsman for Emmanuel and occasional lawyer. Also in the Law faculty is John Mitchell (Temple, 1967-1972), whose occupations in Corpus Christi are many and varied. From the Governing Body of the College to part-time barman, footballer, jazz musician and sometime Yeoman of the Guard, he is pledged to appear in the Lents next year. These two report occasional sightings of Robert Gray (Dronfield, 19671970) in the Old Schools. He is known to row for Selwyn. 97

Medievalist Andrew George (Temple, 1967-72) has condescended to leave Trinity College cricket ground to assist in the invention of this letter, which he now claims to be a forgery. Also in Trinity is Richard Sharpe (Temple, 1967-72) hero (?) of University Challenge and doyen of the publishing world. He reads (and writes) Anglo-Saxon and Celtic and has recently achieved the distinction of being bumped three times in Trinity's tenth boat. Derek Dempsey (Grove, 1967-72) reads Philosophy and is often to be found in the buttery on the Sidgwick Site. Otherwise he lives in Christ's. Equally elusive is Dick Harland (Manor, 1968-73) in his second year in Clare. Ex-Head of St. Olave's, ex-Tongan policeman, David Beck (Alcuin, 1964-67) is now in Pembroke and has played rugger for the University this year. Also in Pembroke is second-year Simon Atkinson (Temple, 1968-73), whose reputation has only just survived the time when several less than ebriate OPs invaded his lodgings. High-up in University fencing circles, Simon is leaving Classics this year for areas more contemporary. No relation is Russian-speaker Chris Atkinson (School House, 196772), whose linguistic studies have led him over most of the known and parts of the unknown world, though during term he can still be found in Caius, wearing the characteristic East German Pioneer uniform. Hard-working secretary of Trinity Hall Boat Club this year was Philip Challis (School House, 1968-73), who specialises in Biology and Bump Suppers. Phil's unfortunate accident at this term's Supper presented the staff at Addenbroke's Hospital with an interesting problem in the reaction of anaesthetics with CHSCH2OH. Spectacularly undistinguished in recent events has been the Trinity 1st Boat, with Paul Withers (Rise, 1969-74) at No. 4. Audible at 800 metres, Paul's vocal repertoire is not in the common run of Trinity mathematicians and he has also posed for a Homerton Art Class. Also to be seen at Homerton, but in the more respectable capacity of lecturer, is Andrew Riley, a former master at St. Peter's. During the Michaelmas Term he descended briefly from the skies around Cambridge to attend an OP gathering in Trinity. The blame must fall on Paul and his fellow freshmen Chris Smith (Queen's, 1969-74) and James Harrison (Queen's, 1969-74) for getting together a flexible sub-set of the Cambridge contingent for distinctly informal OP dinners two or three times a term. James, reading Classics in Corpus Christi, has shown great talents as LX Club front-row forward and Bacchant, involving him in sporadic conflict with the college porters. Chris, a St. John's oarsman (failed 12th boat) reads medicine, together with a flock of women, as does Tim Stephenson (Dronfield, 1970-75) in Caius. Their conversation is best steered away from the more emetic aspects of the Dissecting Room. Academic work is more interesting to do than to report, but it does occupy a considerable proportion of the spare time of all Cambridge OPs, as hopefully exam results will show. Some were almost as exhausted by Tripos as by the May Balls. It is perhaps surprising that only two of those mentioned above, Derek Dempsey and Andrew George, are leaving this year, but even more surprising that only one or two Peterites are coming up as freshmen in October. Past or present members of the School are always welcome in Cambridge, especially at the irregular dinners, though it must be appreciated that these occasions are anything but nostalgic. The Cambridge Old Peterites. 98

ANOTHER LETTER FROM SHEFFIELD Following on from last year's letter from Sheffield, I thought it might be best to give a slightly broader view of University life and a few aspects relating to Sheffield in particular, but before doing so it is worth noting that it is not a bad idea if you feel like it, to take a year off from studying, have a rest, and then embark on your further education. It is not unknown for people to find the need to continue at a certain pace of academic study too much, this is particularly true of the Law course. However, don't let this detract from the obvious enjoyment and achievement which can be found in University life. Most people find they settle in by the end of the first term, and the freedom is very conducive to participation in the social life surrounding the University. This is particularly so in Sheffield, where the University is very much integrated with the City. One point which must be emphasised, as Mark Dimelow noted in his letter to The Peterite last year, is that self discipline is the all important factor at University or any College, both in work and play. The attractions of the life are many, and these must be balanced against your work commitment, where you will find the onus is on you to keep up with the course requirements. There seems to be a surprising number of Peterites at Sheffield, both in the University and at the Polytechnic. It seems to be a very popular area, probably because it is just far enough out of reach of parents for people to feel fully independent. Mark Dimelow mentioned last year the large range of activities including sport, politics, and other recreational facilities in the Union, Halls, and Faculties, not to mention the inter-University competitions and liaisons, so I will not reiterate that point. However, one further aspect of University life is accommodation. We are often told that with inflation affecting rents and prices in general, the situation is fairly tight. Nevertheless, there is a wide range of accommodation for students, including lodging with a family, living in a flat, at home, or in a hall of residence. From the first year point of view, purely on social grounds, I would recommend going into hall if you can, as that way you will get to know more people quickly, and then later on perhaps decide to go and live in a flat. Finally, if you want to get away from University for a while, there is a perfect back door to Sheffield, namely the Peak District, which will provide you with fresh air and good walks, interspersed with a few pubs, and a change from any constraining routine. Basically you make University, or any College for that matter, what you will. C.E.S.M. 12.3.76 The Editor would be very pleased to have letters from other Universities and Colleges.

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OLD PETERITE NEWS The Old Peterite Club's 85th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on 10th July. F. N. Newdick was elected President of the Club for a period of two years in succession to P. S. Atkinson. D. W. Grice, R. D. Harding, K. Hick, C. H. Lewis, K. M. Ratcliff and D. T. Rumfitt were elected to serve on the General Committee. It was announced that the East Riding dinner would be held on Friday, 27th May, 1977, at the Highfield Country Club, Driffield. The meeting discussed at length the problems of running a London dinner, specifically the problems of cost and of finding an organiser. Although the dinner held in April had been a very enjoyable evening, many of those attending were not from the London area. Eventually the meeting reluctantly agreed that there should be no dinner this year. It was announced that D. L. Brown would be the North East Hon. Secretary in succession to J. N. Roe. The School v. Old Peterites Rugger match will be played on Saturday, 11th December. That evening there will be a Dance held at the School, run by the School Cricket Club.

TIES The following crested Club ties are available from the Hon. Secretary, D. Kirby, The Rise, 41 Clifton, York: — All Silk £2.85 Terylene/Crimplene £1.30

OLD PETERITE CLUB OFFICERS President: F. N. Newdick, "Talgarth", 134 York Road, Haxby, York. Hon. Secretary: D. Kirby, The Rise, 41 Clifton, York. Hon. Treasurer: J. E. Moore, "Mylncroft", 1 Mylnhurst Road, Sheffield. District Hon. Secretaries: — West Riding: M. A. Butterworth, 9 Station Road, Upper Poppleton, York. North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, Netherby House, 15 Upper Dicconson Street, Wigan, Lancs. North East: D. L. Brown, 40 Carmel Road South, Darlington. East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, "Greystones", Garton, Driffield, Yorks. York: J. C. M. Rayson, 2 St. Olave's Road, Clifton, York. Birmingham: M. Hollway, P.O. Box 34, 63 Colmore Row, Birmingham 3. 10n

OLD PETERITE CLUB ANNUAL DINNER The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 10th July, 1976, in the School Dining Hall. The toast of "The School" was proposed by J. A. Denison. The Headmaster responded, and also proposed the health of the "Club" to which the President responded. The Club is again indebted to the School Catering Staff for the excellent meal provided. Those present were: Dronfield, J. The President Fearnside, F. (F. N. Newdick) Fearnside, F. H. The Headmaster Gaastra, J. N. The Hon. Secretary Graham, G. E. L. (D. Kirby) Green, P. The Hon. Treasurer Hall, M. S. (J. E. Moore) Hamilton, D. H. P. S. Atkinson Harding, R. D. (Immediate Past Harding, R. F. President) The Head of the School Harris, P. L. Harwood, R. H. (S. Bruce-Jones) Hepworth, M. G. B. Allen, B. Angel, S. Hick, K. Hirst, D. Atkinson, R. Hubbard, R. H. Baker, E. T. N. Hudson, R. Baldwin, R. R. Hudson, T. F. Brindley, R. A. Jesper, D. G. S. Brown, A. Johnston, P. D. Brown, J. C. Browne, D. Judge, H. W. Knowlson, D. W. Chilman, K. G. Le Tocq, L. C. Clare, P. C. McCarter, D. B. Clark, J. J. Clarkson, I. G. Mcllroy, W. S. Magson, N. J. Collins, P. Matthews, V. V. Croft, P. G. Megginson, J. S. Cummin, D. C. Nendick, B. M. Dench, P. G. R. Dench, S. R. Newdick, J. M. Newdick, P. J. Denison, J. A.

Nix, J. Parkin, G. D. Peacock, R. W. Penty, J. R. Penty, P. R. Potter, D. N. Powell, W. W. Power, P. F. Ranson, E. M. H. Ratcliff, K. M. Raylor, A. W. Raylor, J. M. Rayson, J. C. M. Richardson, J. C. Robinson, C. A. Rounthwaite, D. P. Rounthwaite, J. C. Rumfitt, D. T. Shepherd, P. N. Shepherd, P. W. Shuttleworth, G. M. Simpson, A. E. Smith, W. Stanley, R. M. Stapleton, J. S. Taylor, M. R. Thompson, C. W. Thompson, E. G. Wetherell, 0. C. Wood, J. R.

THE OLD PETERITE WEST RIDING DINNER 27th October, 1975 The President and Mrs. Atkinson The Headmaster and Mrs. Gardiner Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Barrett Mr. and Mrs. M. Butterworth Mr and Mrs. P. M. Darley Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hudson Mr. and Mrs. D. Kirby Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Marks Mr. and Mrs. C. Metcalfe Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Metcalfe Mr. and Mrs. G. F. B. Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Moss Mr. and Mrs. F. N. Newdick

Mr. and Mrs. F. N. Parkin Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Parkin Mr. and Mrs. I. T. Parkin Mr. R. D. S. Pilcher and Guest Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Raylor Mr. and Mrs. J. C. M. Rayson Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Shepherd Mr. and Mrs. W. Smith Mr. and Mrs. D. Stabler Mr. C. W. Thompson Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Todd Mr. and Mrs. Webster

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OLD PETERITE CLUB LONDON DINNER The Old Peterite Club London Dinner was held at the Great Wester Royal Hotel on Friday, 2nd April, 1976, and for the first time ladies wer present. Fifty-five gathered to hear John Addey propose the toast of th School and the Headmaster reply. Jimmy Hanson, a past President of the Old Peterite Club, then proposed the health of the ladies and Mrs. Sheila Dronfield, the wife of the former Headmaster, replied on behalf of the ladies. It was felt by all that this innovation was one that should be repeated and hoped that next time the numbers would be somewhat greater. The general feeling was that a Dinner in the Spring was preferable to one in the Winter months. Those present were: — • J. F. W. Addey %P. S. Atkinson—President Mrs. P. S. Atkinson • D. P. Atkinson - S. Astley N. R. Barton ▪ Dr. H. N. Blackford A. C. Brown Mrs. A. C. Brown J. 11. Dixon Mrs. J. B. Dixon R. S. Dixon Mrs. R. S. Dixon J. M. L. Dook Mrs. J. M. L. Dook J. Dronfield—former Headmaster Dr. Sheila Dronfield Dr. R. Field P. D. R. Gardiner—Headmaster H. A. L. Golightly Miss D. M. Easton Dr. G. E. L. Graham J. A. Hanson—Past President Mrs. J. A. Hanson Richard D. Harding Robert Harding Mrs. R. Harding D. Kirby—Hon. Secretary

Mrs. D. Kirby • C. H. Lewis Mrs. C. H. Lewis , T. J. Lewis—Past President Mrs. T. J. Lewis , Dr. W. Maxwell Mrs. W. Maxwell • F. N. Newdick—President Elect Mrs. F. N. Newdick . D. J. Pallant Mrs. D. J. Pallant • C. J. Pattison Mrs. C. J. Pattison . C. J. Quickfall Mrs. C. J. Quickfall • J. C. Richardson Miss M. Needham • A. Short . D. L. Slade • R. J. Slade . A. B. Smallman Mrs. A. B. Smallman • C. J. A. Smith Mrs. C. J. A. Smith C. W. Thompson—Immediate Past President Miss P. Pannell

EAST RIDING DINNER The Annual East Riding Old Peterite Dinner was held at the Highfield Country Club, Driffield, on Friday, 21st May. The toast to "The School" was proposed by C. C. Dee and the Headmaster responded. Those present were: — J. U. Burdass H. M. Beachell The President (P. S. Atkinson) The Headmaster D. P. Atkinson J. S. Atkinson

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OLD PETERITE GOLF The Competition for the Burnett Trophy was held at York Golf Club, Strensall, on Sunday, 1 1 th July, when twenty Old Peterites did battle! As usual the Competition was run as a Stableford and the trophy was won by Paul Middlebrook with 37 points (on a better last nine), with a gross 76, playing from an 8 handicap. The runner-up and winner of the prize for the best gross score was Keith Ratcliff, also with 37 points, with a gross 73, playing off a 5 handicap. Richard Wood was third with 33 points (21 handicap). The weather was extremely hot—almost too hot—but this was counteracted by the presence on the tenth tee of Reg Stephenson who very kindly provided iced drinks for all the competitors as they staggered through! This was a life-saving service, for which the rest of us were extremely grateful. The Old Peterites again qualified for the final stages of the Grafton Morrish Tournament, to be held during October. The team was led by Paul Middlebrook and the other five members were Tom Booth, Richard Crowther, David Edbrooke, Bob Elliott and Cliff Lockwood. We wish them every success in the finals, which, of course, will have taken place by the time this is in print. J. C. M. R. NEWS OF OLD PETERITES Engagement PEARSON. On 4th August, 1975, John Pearson became engaged

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KITCHING-HORWOOD. On 28th February, 1976, at All Saints, Brompton, Dr. C. J. Kitching to Miss Hilary Horwood of the Vicarage, Brompton. (Temple 1959-63). MARSHALL-CUNNINGHAM. On 5th July, 1975, at the Royal Engineers Garrison Church, Old Brompton, Medway, Kent, Captain Donald L. Marshall, Royal Engineers, to Nina Carol Cunningham of Wigmore, Kent, and formerly of Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. (Grove 1957-62). WEBSTER-COATES. R. V. Webster married Jennifer Coates of Birstwith, Harrogate, on 15th March, 1975. (Grove 1952-55). 103

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COLLINS. To Michael and Honor (née Birtwhistle) on Friday, 21st . November, 1975, at Scunthorpe General Hospital, a son. (School House 1952-56). WIGHTMAN. To Jennifer and David Wightman on Thursday, 25th March, 1976, a son, Andrew Robin John. (Queen's 1955-61). Deaths

GODWIN. On 13th April, 1976, Mark Godwin (Temple 1969-74). HARDCASTLE. On 8th July, 1976, H. R. Hardcastle. ( 1915-18). SAVILLE. On 10th June, 1976, John Saville. (1914-19). An appreciation appears in this edition.

ANDERSON, S. (1916-21). Major Anderson writes of his days in the O.T.C. band which was asked by the G.O.C. Northern Command to play "martial music" through the streets of York when the first war was over and there was no other band available. They played for about two hours, and at the Mansion House were asked by the Lord Mayor to play the National Anthem which was not possible for buglers. Major Anderson thinks it "a pity that there is no Army Cadet Force in the School now". (He is perhaps not aware that there is a Combined Cadet Force with a Royal Navy and a Royal Air Force Section; the Army Section has been recently closed, but we hope to revive it in time.)

CARLILE, J. W. (Manor 1964-69) is tenant of the Star Inn, East Ilsley, Newbury. He married in 1973, his wife having two children by her first marriage, and they had a son last year. DEAS, R. M. (1931-36). Maxwell Deas is Head of Religious Programmes for Tyne Tees Television. He arranged the recording of four Epilogues for broadcast in the north east by David Rumfitt (1934-39), Manager of Midland Bank, Richmond, Yorks.; they were joined at lunch afterwards by John Sleight (1935-40), Features and Political Programmes Editor for Tyne Tees; and another chance visitor to the studios that day was Professor C. Northcote Parkinson (1923-29). EGGLESHAW, R. C. (Temple 1965-69) is Assistant Staff Manager at Claridges Hotel, London. GIBSON, T. A. (Temple 1969-74), Midshipman, left Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, in December, 1975, having been presented with one of two Admirals' swords for services to the College. He is now in H.M.S. Antelope. GRICE, D. W. (School 1967-72), scholar of St. Edmund Hall, Oxford, gained First Class Honours in Jurisprudence. HEPWORTH, M. G. B. (Queen's 1965-71) has succeeded J. L. Richardson as Secretary of the Pandas Hockey Club. KING, H. A. (Queen's 1956-62) was runner-up in the Medical Journalists' Association Award Competition, for his articles on the treatment of Haemophiliacs. 104

KITCHING, C. J. (Temple 1959-63). Dr. Christopher Kitching read History and researched for his Ph.D. at Durham University, and joined the Public Record Office six years ago. He conducted an eleven month survey of Church of England central records for a recently published report. One room, "a fascinating place, in which a missionary society kept its records and relics" contained skulls and spears; and he saw "hundreds of thousands of files stretched from end to end of the Church Commissioners' vaults". As Dr. Kitching says, "there's an awful lot of information in Church records which relates to other aspects of history". MARSHALL, D. L. (Grove 1957-62). Captain Marshall, Royal Engineers, is Training Officer for the Royal Engineer T.A.V.R. Specialist Units at Camberley, Surrey. PEARSON, J. S. D. (Temple 1967-72) has been awarded a B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying at Newcastle Polytechnic. RUDDOCK, J. M. (Queen's 1959-64) writes from Sinsheim in Germany about the School's motto, Super antiquas vias, wondering if its meaning is taught here. He says that he has come to know that the old paths are the way of the Bible, the paths taken by St. Peter when he started to follow Jesus. "The opposing world forces are likely to be as strong at St. Peter's as elsewhere," he writes, "and it would be naïve to consider that Jesus was well known at the School when I was there." He hopes "that the situation is now different", and he recommends for reading the first letter of St. Peter, particularly the 23rd verse of its first chapter. TOWNEND, J. V. (Manor 1963-68) has become an Associate of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, having obtained his diploma in Land Economics in 1973. WEBSTER, R. V. (Grove 1952-55) works with a firm of solicitors in Leeds. WEIGHILL, W. P. (1941-46), recently promoted Colonel, has taken command of Victory College at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst. The responsibility of the College is the military training of all the Post University Cadetship and Direct Entry graduate officers, Short Service and Regular.

JOHN SAVILLE, O.B.E., J.P. With deep regret we report the death of Mr. John Saville, after a short illness, on 10th June, 1976. He was educated at St. Peter's School during the period 1914-1919, his school-days thus including the whole of the First World War. From school he passed in due course to Leeds University, where he obtained a degree in Pharmacy. Throughout his subsequent life he maintained close contact with his old school. He sent his son to St. Peter's, and there are now four of his grandsons to maintain and strengthen the family tradition. This gave him much pleasure and satisfaction, and he followed their progress with keen interest. John Saville was for some time a member of the Old Peterite Club Committee, and for over seven years the Honorary Treasurer of the Club. After the Second World War the support of its Old Boys was the 105

School's greatest need, for the ravages of air raids had taken their toll, and during the war very little in the way of repairs was possible, and any modernisation or new buildings quite out of the question. John was one of the outstanding senior stalwarts of his generation on whom we depended—and not in vain. His old School friends, and indeed many others, will miss him, and will consider themselves fortunate to have been privileged to know him. John Saville was one of the best known and most respected men in York public life. He was a York magistrate for over twenty-three years, chairman for many years of the former York National Health Service Executive Council and a member of the former York "A" Hospital Management Committee. In recognition of his services to the community, John Saville, who was for thirty years chairman of York Boys' Club, was awarded the O.B.E. in 1971. He was a former governor of the Company of Merchant Adventurers, past president of York Rotary Club, past chairman of York Round Table and chairman of the Friends of Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate. He founded the York Photographic Society and was a former chairman of York Branch of the Pharmaceutical Society of which he became a fellow in 1973. John Saville was a member of York Diocesan Board of Finance and a churchwarden of Dringhouses Church and of St. Helen's Church. He was actively involved, too, with the Jane Wright Charity and the Bishopthorpe Trust. All past and present members of the School send their condolences to his widow and family, and pray that they will be given strength to bear their loss with fortitude and thanksgiving. J.D.

MARK GODWIN 1956-1976

It was with great sorrow that we heard of the death of Mark Godwin on 13th April, less than two years after he left school. We offer our deep sympathy to his family, and in his memory it is intended to plant a tree in the School grounds.

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THE PETERITE Vol. LXVIII

OCTOBER, 1977

No. 394

Edited by D. G. Cummin, J.P., M.A.

EDITORIAL Early planning for the celebration of our thirteen hundred and fiftieth anniversary was sometimes on the rather grand scale. A concert at the School by a great national orchestra; the first performance of a specially commissioned piece of music; a Royal visit. Plans were later modified, partly by inflation, but perhaps more by a deep feeling that this kind of celebration can best come from within the community itself. There were of course events that relied for success on outsiders: the celebrity hockey and cricket matches; the May Ball; the first day postal cover; the commemorative plate. But each of these had its close connection with the School. The celebrities played hockey and cricket against Peterites past and present; the May Ball was organised by Colonel Abbott and Mr. Hubbard, with Mr. Macdonald, at his peril, rigging marvellous lighting effects; the first day covers were posted in the School; and a Governor, Mr. Michael Sinclair, initiated the production of the plate on terms very generous to the School. Other events displayed that originality which is the essence of a school that is moving forward. The decline of originality was one of the most penetrating observations made by Edward Gibbon about the decadent Roman Empire; "a cloud of critics, of compilers, of commentators, darkened the face of learning", he wrote; and his words might be a warning for our own society, and a stimulus to those seeking to keep it alive. So it was refreshing to find that in our celebrations of a long past, we were able to show some of that originality that gives hope for the future. A hanging cross for the Chapel, designed and made by Mr. John Brown; an exhibition of art by Old Peterites, arranged by Mr. Gaastra; a new detailed history of the School prepared by Mr. Hamilton and several boys; the film made by Mr. Butler and his team; and a homespun pageant to look at 1350 years with some pride but with not too much reverence. But looking back is only of value if it stimulates movement forward. As the Headmaster said at the 1976 Speech Day, when reviewing what he called " a bumper year", "a happy and purposeful life needs . . . a vision in which the highest aspirations of our natures can find satisfaction". Somewhere in these celebrations of the awesome 1350 years of the School's life, some have probably been seeking such a vision; and many of us would feel that the rich and familiar words read in every Commemoration service had this year a deeper meaning than before: "With their seed shall continually remain a good inheritance". The Editor wishes to thank the many contributors to The Peterite and would welcome correspondence and articles of general interest from Peterites past and present. The special cover design is by Michael Christelow.

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Presentation of Prizes The Common Room and Staff Prize List Examination Results, 1977 Valete Salvete The Silver Jubilee

The Chapel Music ... Drama ... ... Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme Science Societies The Chess Club Northfield School Minibus Appeal ... ... Christian Union Politics Visit to Parliament ... Super Antiquas Vias . . . Medley ... Athletics 1976 ... Cross Country 1977 Rugger 1976-77 Hockey 1977 ... Boat Club 1976-77 Cricket ... Shooting Swimming Tennis ... Fencing Table Tennis Riding ... The Oxford Cup 1976-77 House Notes ... Cambridge Letter Old Peterite News

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1350 THE COMMEMORATIVE PLATE A product of Mulberry Hall, York

SCHOOL NOTES We welcome the Revd. J. M. Roden as Chaplain, Mr. R. C. G. Drysdale, M.A., St. Andrew's University, who will teach History, and Mr. S. P. Bainbridge, B.Sc., Leicester, who will teach Biology. Mr. R. J. Bulcock has returned from a year in New Zealand, and we say goodbye, with thanks and good wishes, to Mr. Bruce Macdonald who was here in his place. *

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The House Musical Entertainment was on October 22nd. There was a meeting for parents of IVth Formers on October 23rd, When Half Term started and lasted until October 31st. On November 6th Miss S. McCormick, the Governor of H.M. Prison, Askham Grange, gave a talk to the VIth Form. * * * On November 13th Col. C. F. W. Egleton gave a talk to the VIth Form. The Speech Competition was held in the Drama Centre on November 13th. * * * On Sunday, November 14th, the Revd. B. T. Croft conducted the Service of Remembrance. * * * On November 19th there was a "Nearly New Sale" followed by a Wine and Cheese evening and Auction Sale in the Memorial Hall. This was to raise money for the Northfield School Minibus Appeal. * * *

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The Annual Inspection of the CCF was made by Group R. B. Gubbins, R.A.F., Officer Commanding Royal Air Force, Linton-on-Ouse, on May 17th. * * * On May 19th the Choir took part in the R.S.C.M. Festival at Ripon. * * * There was a Choirs Concert in Chapel on May 26th. * * * The Music Prize Competition was held in Hall on May 31st. On June 2nd two plays were performed in the Drama Centre: an adaptation from Of Mice and Men (Steinbeck) and Albert's Bridge (Stopparcl). There was a meeting for parents of Lower VIth on June 3rd. Half Term started the same day, and lasted until June 8th. * * * On June 26th the St. Peter's Procession took place in York Minster. * * * 1350: June 29th, St. Peter's Day. The Dean of York consecrated in Chapel the hanging cross designed and made by Mr. John Brown. A First Day Cover was issued by the Post Office in celebration of the School's Anniversary. * * * Only 1st Mrs. Margaret Thatcher took off by helicopter from the 1st XV field. * * * On July 2nd The Duke of Edinburgh Award Presentations were made in Hall. * * * 1350: Poorlinus was here, a Pageant of how it might have happened —but certainly didn't, was presented under floodlight in front of the Library. * * * 1350: The Dean of York preached at the Commemoration Service on

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* * * The same day there was an exhibition of art by Old Peterites, 1350: and a film about the life of the School was shown in the Drama Centre. * * 1350: The Cricket XI toured Southern Schools from July 11th to 14th.

Richard Atkinson Memorial Prize for Drama A prize for Drama has been endowed in memory of R. F. Atkinson (School House, 1966-71) who died suddenly on November 6th, 1975 at the age of 22. A sum of £707 has been donated and invested to yield an annual income, some of which will be reinvested to keep pace with inflation. From the total a silver salver has been bought and engraved after 5

a design by Mr. J. N. Gaastra, who has also designed a book plate to be presented each year to the winner. The salver was formally handed over to the Headmaster in the Drama Centre at Commemoration 1977, in the presence of the President of the O.P. Club and many of the contributors, by Richard's parents; it will be kept in the Memorial Hall with a card on which will be written the name of the current winner, as a tangible reminder of the Prize. After the presentation of the salver the contributors took sherry in the Rhodes Room. The contributors are:— D. L. and Mrs. D. Atkinson, C. J. Atkinson, Miss J. Atkinson, Miss E. Atkinson, R. J. Bulcock, A. C. W. Cook, S. P. Coverdale, G. D. Craine, P. G. Croft, M. Daniels, Mr. and Mrs. Drummond, J. R. Drummond, D. W. Grice, P. L. Hall, M. G. B. Hepworth, A. N. Lawrence, Mr. and Mrs. S. Les, C. Les, J. J. Les, J. A. Mitchell, I. Robinson, R. Sharpe, R. J. Wood.

1350 SOME PERMANENT COMMEMORATIVE ITEMS THE COMMEMORATIVE POSTAL COVER In conjunction with the Postal Authorities a Commemorative Postal Cover was issued on St. Peter's Day (June 29th) to commemorate the 1350th Anniversary of the School. The cover was designed by Mr. John Brown and carried the special Jubilee stamps issued to commemorate the Queen's Silver Jubilee. All covers were hand franked by the Postal Authorities in York with the School's special 1350th postal frank. Approximately 1,000 were purchased by pupils, parents, O.P.s and other interested collectors of commemorative covers. We posted covers to more than 20 overseas countries. Collectors of commemorative covers may be interested to know that this was the School's second commemorative cover issued by the Post Office. The first cover was issued in 1974 on the occasion of the official opening of the Sports Centre. A few covers are still available and may be obtained from the Bursar, price £1.10 each. A photograph of the cover appears elsewhere in this edition. COMMEMORATIVE MUG To commemorate the 1350th Anniversary a local York potter was commissioned to design and hand produce a Commemorative Mug for presentation to all pupils and members of staff. There are a few surplus mugs available for sale to O.P.s and other interested persons. They will be sold through the School Shop on a "first come" basis at a cost of £1.50 each. Applications should be made direct to the Shop Manager, but it is regretted that mugs cannot be despatched by post. 6

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THE 1350th COMMEMORATIVE PLATE The School is most grateful to Mr. M. D. B. Sinclair (a member of the Governing Body) for arranging for the issue of a most attractive limited edition Commemorative Plate. The issue was restricted to 500 numbered plates and was sold out within a few days of being offered to parents and O.P.s, and other collectors of limited edition plates. The School benefited by the sum of £1,800, which was most generously donated by Mulberry Hall as a royalty on the sales of the plate. This sum has been placed to the credit of the Development Fund Appeal. DEVELOPMENT FUND APPEAL, PHASE II As part of our 1350th Anniversary Year, Phase II of the Development Fund was launched on March 18th by the Headmaster addressing a gathering of parents in the Drama Centre. The aim of Phase II of the Appeal is to raise £40,000 to pay for the building of a Centre for Design and Technology. So far the response from parents and O.P.s has been extremely generous and £24,000 has been promised providing the balance can be raised. We are now going all out to raise this balance in order that the building of this new Centre may commence in 1978. J.P.F.A.

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES 2nd October, 1976 For this occasion we were honoured by the presence of His Grace the Lord Archbishop of York, who distributed the prizes and gave an address. The Chair was taken by Mr. Walter Smith, Chairman of the Finance Committee of the Board of Governors. The Headmaster, after greeting the large gathering of parents, listed highlights in what he called a bumper year: I

The successes of the cricket season. The performance of The Caretaker in the old gym. The large number of representative teams (at least 12 sports in the Easter term). The formation of the Chapel Committee. The large crop of Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The success of the fencing team. The success of four internationals in the School. The work of the Crossed Keys Printery. The teamwork of Iolanthe. He expressed the School's thanks to three men recently retired, who had worked for twenty years or more in the School—the Chaplain, Noel Kemp-Welch; the Clerk of Works, Jack Coates; the chef, Joe Franks. Finally he turned his attention to the School's relationship with the outside world, in these words: 9

It is time to enlarge my scope beyond the parochial. This year has seen a really momentous event—the Government pledged its support to an international United Nations Covenant, which became effective last week, and thus "undertook to have respect for the liberty of parents to choose for their children schools other than those established by the public authorities, which conform to minimum educational standards laid down or approved by the State." It is good news that a Socialist government thus admits the right of parents to choose independent education— some years ago it looked as if they were seeking to render such choice illegal. This is a great step forward. Fair enough that the State can legislate for compulsory attendance of children at School, but not that children must attend only a School provided by the public authorities. Indeed the theoretical arguments do not seem to lead to the clear conclusion that the State has to provide any schooling itself, and arguments that the State must control the curriculum are totally unjustifiable—in 1984 or at any other time. This endorsement by the Government of a parent's right to choose is a great philosophical encouragement to those of us concerned in independent education; but it is no very tangible compensation for parents having to pay large school bills. The cost of running a School thoroughly is high, and is no more exempt from inflation than the food we eat, or the power we use: our wages and salaries are based on national levels. The running of a labour-intensive organisation like a School, in which 70 per cent of our costs are on wages and salaries, can only reflect the rate of inflation. There is little to cut back on: by running our own laundry we can make some savings; by running or accommodating holiday courses we can put aside some money towards capital costs, in particular in improving our boarding provision. But what we refuse to do is to reduce the quality of the education—in classroom and lab. In the meantime, our Appeal, which has reached £82,000, has provided the financial basis for Sports Centre and Drama Centre: we would now like to push on with a new Workshop, the extension of Lab. provisions and the replanning of the primary area in St. Olave's as the remaining objects of our Appeal. Though I am implying the centrality of academic work to St. Peter's, I have not actually discussed academic results. I shall end by some comments on them. As I said, it has been a bumper year. The "A" levels, by and large, make cheerful reading. We usually average a 75% pass rate when you have totted up all the "A" levels taken—this year it was 79%. A large contingent (14) has returned to sit for entry for Oxford and Cambridge. Of the 74 candidates, 30 took Chemistry and all passed it; 30 took Maths and all except one passed it. I pick out two subjects, not to make invidious comparisons, but to show that the Maths and the Sciences are strongly represented in our Sixth Form. Another pleasing fact I have calculated is the number of candidates who, tested five years ago in a Verbal Reasoning Test, came out below 110, emerge with two or more "A" levels—the number is four on the Science side, and eight on the Arts side, 12 in all. At "0" level similarly promising results reveal that 53 out of 55 boys passed Physics (29 with Grade A), and 28 out of 29 passed Biology. All 10 German candidates passed, and the percentage pass rates in English Language (84%) and Maths (about 90%) are commendable. A criticism I would make is that too many boys go in for "0" levels concentrating 10

on five or six subjects and not really trying at one or two. But the G.C.E. "0" level at 16 plus (as it now stands), is a test over the whole range of subjects, not just a menu from which the candidate hopefully picks a few tasty items. One must lay emphasis on exam. results—I do not think parents, nor the boys and girls themselves, would wish me to do otherwise. Fair enough, as long as we realise that exams are not the true end of education but a means (sometimes a clumsy and unsympathetic means) to an end; the scaffolding which is dismantled once the building stands. Exams are fallible, and the results are liable to misinterpretation; they are sometimes misused by employers who do not really know what is meant by "A" levels. But exams do provide incentive; they do provide an aim that helps teachers structure their courses; they do allow us to measure ourselves if not against objective standards in the nation at large, at least comparative standards. And the natural progression—we hope for all boys—is from "0" levels—devised to test all-round basic competence— to "A" levels, designed to provide study in depth of difficult and challenging courses. Our largely graduate staff teach over the whole range 13 to 18; there are no teachers exclusively for the sixth form, or exclusively for the Middle School. This continuity from 11 or 13 to 18 is an important feature of so many schools in this country; and schools with a strong sixth form emerging from the middle schools are, I claim, valuable, even essential, for the country as a whole. I base this claim on two main counts. One: The economic survival of the country depends on a competitive approach, on the best talents of our young. That cosmopolitan sage, Professor George Steiner, recently warned the Headmasters' Conference that British schools were letting Maths and Modern Languages go by default. To quote: "The linguistic laziness which cuts this country off from the Continent means that in Brussels, where so much of the future will be decided, there is a drastic underrepresentation of talent from this country." And again: "It is frightening that so many of the basic decisions which will involve our survival economically are not accessible to people who are otherwise regarded as fully qualified and educated"—by which he meant that too many sixth formers drop Maths too early. (While taking Professor Steiner's criticisms to heart, I am encouraged by the large proportion of our Sixth Formers who are studying Maths, and by the decision of a number of ambitious sixth-formers to combine Maths with French and German at "A" level.) The second count is the need for vision. There are times nowadays when we feel that life is a frantic chase to keep up, in a never-ending competition to an ill-defined goal of economic survival. A ratrace, in fact. And it is clear that a happy and purposeful life needs something more than competition. It needs a vision in which the highest aspirations of our natures can find satisfaction. It is the gradual formation of such a vision in each one's mind that is a second ultimate aim of education, and which calls for that continuity I have just mentioned. Are we not in danger, therefore, in cutting ourselves off from the sources of power unless we take seriously the need for intellectual strength (competitive and visionary) to flow through our sixth forms into University. Polytechnics, industry and politics? There is a fear that intellectual rigour may be dissipated into soft options, into subjects lacking a discipline of learning. Let's face it; you will forget most of the factual detc.,1 that you learn at school, within a few months perhaps of passing the 11

exam. And what will be left? A vague blur? A meaningful or meaningless certificate? Or will you have gained the ability to think, to balance evidence, to draw valid conclusions, to solve problems, and to see the significance of your studies? A sixth form is devoted to the acquisition of hard and necessary skills (linguistic skill, mathematical literacy, knowledge of cause and effect, a sense of human relationships at their most complex and profound, skill in persuasion, creativity)—qualities that educational reform could so easily dilute. There is much to be done at St. Peter's before we can be remotely satisfied; we still find a reluctance among many boys to commit themselves whole-heartedly to the study of languages; the temptations to an egalitarian philistinism are always with us. But this last year we could look with pride at a sixth form that was obviously aware of the compelling need for advanced skills. With all our economic difficulties in running the school (difficulties heroically shared by fee-paying parents), this has been a specially happy year in the congenial co-operation between a dedicated teaching staff and a purposeful sixth form and their parents. A secondary school is at its happiest when disciplines of study, and the pursuit of excellence in many sports, and joy in creativity, and care for the community, are fully operating in the sixth form. That is why I unhesitatingly call last year a bumper year.

After the Headmaster's Report, His Grace the Lord Archbishop of York presented the Prizes, and there follows a summary of his address.

The Archbishop recalled his first visit to the School by helicopter, when the pilot had looked down at the impressive array of safety precautions on the grounds, and had said "Surely I'm not as bad a pilot as all that". His Grace then drew an interesting message from the activities of the artist who had recently been painting his portrait. The Archbishop had found it to be a chastening experience. He had been fascinated first by the time taken by the artist in getting to know the Archbishop and his way of life before any drawing was started, and then by the skill of the painting itself, which left the artist exhausted at the end of each day. It had been a process of vision followed by the application of basic skills in expressing the vision. So the Archbishop, emphasising the need for "vision and application," said that school may not always be enjoyable; there is need for the teacher who can make us work as well as for the teacher who can inspire enthusiasm; he himself had retained enthusiasm inspired at school, but remembered, too, those who had made him work. Thus vision is no good "unless you can express it, and basic skill is the key to freedom in expression just as the artist had the basic skill to give him freedom of expression." D.G.C. C. J. Hirst, the Head of the School, then thanked His Grace for presenting the Prizes and for his address.

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THE COMMON ROOM AND STAFF Mr. David Du Croz left us in July to take up another appointment, and we all wish him well. We offer our good wishes, too, to Mr. G. Johnston, who has retired as Head Groundsman after working in the School for 18 years. Under his guidance the termly miracle never failed, as the playing fields were fresh and ready again for heavy use with each change of season. On the domestic side, Mrs. Allenby (Maisie) has retired from work in the School, where in particular she took such remarkable care of the Chapel. We thank her and wish her well.

D.R.D.C. David Du Croz came to us from Cambridge in 1969 to teach History and coach Rowing. He now leaves us to join the History Department at the Haberdashers' Aske's School. His success at St. Peter's has largely stemmed from his generous expansion of mind and energy beyond the simple definitions of History and Rowing. He has become a fine History teacher, with a sympathy for the boy not naturally fitted for historical study (yes, we have a few like that) and at the same time high standards of intellect for the skilful historians —History, as he insisted, is no easy ride. His work on the Middle School curriculum invited IIIrd Formers to research on a thematic rather than chronological basis and thus to exercise embryo judgment. Projects can be thin educational fare, at their worst scissors-and-paste compilations or ill-spelt chunks of 'mindless copying; but at their best they can 'be strenuous, rigorous and demandingly exploratory. David, by presenting this ideal and setting up new thematic courses, has left us an invaluable legacy. But he has also taught in the Sixth Form: in his serenely persevering way, he has cajoled Sixth Formers to analyse and argue more rigorously than they thought they could. The History Department, not a large one, has always done well by its Sixth Formers, and the Oxbridge score over the last few years, without trumpet-blowing, has been impressive. In this David has played his full part. As an oarsman he has presided over the Boat Club and seen its expansion to a membership of 90. He inaugurated the St. Peter's Invitation Regatta—a regatta unique in my experience for providing instant races for any casual visitor to the river (none of those half-hour waits!)—and this has become a tradition of the summer season. His patient coaching, unflappable amid the friendly chaos of the riverside, has resulted in increasingly good performances at regattas. How fitting it was that, in his final season, the Boat Club has secured a record number of prizes (at any rate in my time), at least one at every age level. Parental involvement, both socially and as back-up transportation, is tremendously appreciated; the work of David and Mary, in helping with social functions such as dances and buffet lunches, has made fund raising for the Boat Club a source of enjoyment for the guests at those functions and of hilarity for those combining to lay them on. We owe all members of the Rowing Supporters Club, and especially David and Mary, a debt of gratitude for this mini P.T.A. But David has not stayed within boundaries. He has shown the fun of participation in the total culture of the School—games, intellect and arts. He has brought a zest to the stage at St. Peter's in several elegant 13

characterisations in Gilbert and Sullivan and as a long-suffering actor, always crisp and reliable, in whatever bizarre plays his colleagues dream up—as a military man in a blacked-out hotel, as a hungry castaway out at sea. David pre-eminently exemplifies a versatile cultural life, lived not out of a sense of duty but for the mere fun of it. There is much I have left out—his partiality for, and skill in, English teaching, his friendly association with Dronfield House as Assistant, his obliging attitude as colleague, his endless patience. We shall miss him and Mary, and we wish them (and Laura) a very happy future. P.D.R.G

PRIZE LIST NORMAN CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE K. H. RHODES PRIZE ... THE B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE

... M. M. Christelow ... C. J. Hirst ...f M. St. J. Turner S. C. Wetherell ... R. A. C. Bronk

...

... THE STEPHENSON PRIZE FOR GREEK THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LATIN:

Senior ... Junior ...

A. D. M. Barrell D. M. Noyes J. R. MarkwickSmith C. N. A. Greaves P. S. Lancaster

TOYNE EUROPEAN HISTORY PRIZE GEOGRAPHY PRIZE SIR LUMLEY DODSWORTH ESSAY PRIZE THE JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY:

IVth Forms ... IIIrd Forms ...

G. Cole G. W. A. Ashurst

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZE(S):

... VIth Form below the VIth Form THE RICHARD ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR DRAMA

... C. T. Anelay ... G. J. Norman ...f B. M. Kay M. M. Christelow

THE ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH:

Senior ... Middle School...

••• •••

... FRENCH ESSAY GERMAN THE ATKINSON PRIZE FOR RUSSIAN SPEECH PRIZES:

•• •

• •• • ••

P. D. Johnson R. D. Burton P. W. S. De Silva G. B. Brown P. W. S. De Silva

Senior Junior

C. T. Anelay A. J. B. Miller

Poetry Music

... P. S. Lancaster P. W. M. Crowley P. G. Fender N. C. H. Pemberton C. R. Bronk (. R. D. E. Brown ... R. E. Craig ... A. F. Heavens R. J. Thorpe A. F. Heavens J. R. A. Greaves ... D. J. Fawthrop

"1350" PRIZES:

THE DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS PRIZES FOR SCIENCE ...

THE DAVIDSON PRIZE FOR SCIENCE 14

...{

R. D. Nield A. Jackson

... T PRIZE _ NDICRAFTS PRIZE USIC PRIZES:

N. C. H. Pemberton C. R. Bronk J. R. MarkwickSmith ... f S. D. Ashton A_ A . J. Collinson

Keyboard Strings Woodwind Brass ... GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PRIZES:

VIth Forms ... Vth Forms ... IVth Forms ... IIIrd Forms ...

... P. W. S. De Silva ... D. R. Hinchliffe ... R. D. E. Brown ... T. A. Heap

...

FORM PRIZES Vth Forms

IVA ... ... ... ... ...

IVB IVC IVD ILIA MB' MB' IIIC

....f A. D. M. Barrell C. Bean S. J. Shilleto J. M. V. Storey ... G. Cole J. A. McGrath ... A. R. Taylor ... J. C. Neal ... A. W. Brown ... D. A. Williamson ... D. K. Pal ... f T. S. Kettlewell A. G. A. Oates ... L. R. P. McDonald

The WORK Ctri' was won by Grove

EXAMINATION RESULTS 1977 The following successes were achieved at Advanced Level:— Abbey, F. T.—Geog. Allen, W. M.—Econ. Barron, D. J.—French, German, S.M.P. Maths., Gen. Stud. (A). Biddle, R. W.—Hist. (Al), Econ. Brown, N. E. R.—Hist., Pol. Stud., Econ. Christelow, M. M.—Eng. Lit., Geog., Art. Clout, D. V.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Art. Craggs, R. E.—Eng. Lit., Econ. Crowther, G. A.—Ancient Hist., Pol. Stud., Econ. Dixon, A. M. M.—Eng. Lit., Geog., Econ., Gen. Stud. Dryland, J. C.—Hist., Pol. Stud. Duthie, D. R.—Ancient Hist. Glaysher, N. C. I.—Eng. Lit., S.M.P. Maths., Econ., Gen. Stud. Glen, M. J.—French, Eng. Lit., Gen. Stud. Greaves, C. N. A.—Hist., Geog., Econ., Gen. Stud. (A). Johnson, P. D.—French, S.M.P. Maths., Gen. Stud. Lancaster, P. S.—French (A), Eng. Lit. (Al), Hist. (Al), Gen. Stud. (A). Nendick, S. R.—Hist. Nichols, T. C.—Pol. Stud. Noble, J.—Eng. Lit., S.M.P. Maths., Econ. Park, S. N.—Pol. Stud.

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Pease, I. P. B.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. Pullan, A. M.—Pol. Stud. Simpson, D. M. B.—Eng. Lit., Hist., Econ. Smith, J. B. S.—Eng. Lit., Art (A). Stemmler, P. A.—Gen. Stud. Taylor, R. H.—French, German, Eng. Lit. Thornham, M. R.—Art. Village, A. G.—French, Eng. Lit. (A), Hist. (A2). Warne, M. L. M.—Eng. Lit., Econ. White, T. G.—Econ., Photography. Wilson, W. N.—Eng Lit., Econ. Witty, P. M.—Eng. Lit., M.E.I. Maths., Econ., Gen. Stud. Alder, W. J.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Chem. Brown, G. B.—French (Al), German (A), S.M.P. Maths. (Al ), S.M.P. Furth Maths. (A). Gargan, M. F.—Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths., Chem., Gen. Stud. Greaves, J. R. A.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Chem. (A), Gen. Stud. (A). Heavens, A. F.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A). Leefe, P. A.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., S.M.P. Further Maths., Econ. (A), Gen. Stud. Smith, P. J. P.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Econ. (A). Stone, J. W.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. Anelay, C. T.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Econ., Gen. Stud. (A). Brockbank, C. T.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Brown, K. C.—Physics, Biol., S.M.P. Maths., Gen. Stud. Gittins, P. T.—Geog., Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Gen. Stud. (A). Hart, R. F.—Physics, Biol., Chem., Gen. Stud. Hyett, P. W.—Physics, Chem. Kay, S. R.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chem. Kneeshaw, J. A.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Robinson, A. C.—Physics (A), Biol., S.M.P. Maths. (A). Spence, J. D.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chem. Stringer, R. M.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chem. Thomas, D. A. J.—Geog., Physics, M.E.I. Maths. Thorpe, R. J.—Physics (A), Biol., Chem., Gen. Stud. Willetts, M. D.—Physics, Gen. Stud. Winrow-Campbell, S. J.—Physics, Biol., Chem. Wiseman, J. A.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A). At Ordinary Level (Grades A, B or C) or C.S.E. Grade 1:— Abbott, J. P. J. F. (10); Barnish, W. A. (9); Barrell, A. D. M. (11); Barron, R. M. (11); Bean, C. (11); Blackburn, M. S. D. (8); Brooke, D. A. (9); Burton, R. D. (10); Casling, T. J. (10); Chadwick, C. J. (10); Clarkson, K. P. (11); Craig, R. M. (11); Dixon, S. M. (9); Fender, P. G. (11); Greenwood, P. D. (9); Hinchliffe, D. R. (10); Kay, D. J. (9); Nield, R. D. (9); Raheem, M. A. (11); Reed, D. J. (8); Rymer, C. G. (9); Sharp, R. G. (6); Shilleto, S. J. (11); Storey, J. M. V. (11); Williamson, H. T. S. (11); Aldersley, R. J. (2); Bell, C. J. (9); Buckle, S. M. (8); Cuckston, P. G. (9); Ellison, D. M. (6); Ellison, J. F. (9); Fisher, H. W. P. (9); Goodwin, S. J. (9);. Gray, P. A. (3); Hall, M. E. (4); Jackson, A. (3); Jemmett, N. J. (7); Johnson, J. A. (9); Kerr, M. P. (10); Leckenby, A. D. (6); Megginson, S. J. (3); Miller, A. J. B. (5); Motion, A. B. (3); Pease, H. R. B. (8); Power, M. J. (6); Quirke, M. F. (4); Rayson, I. C. M. (7); Thompson, G. G. (7); Wrigley, J. F. (4); Andrews, S. J. (4); Barton, A. T. (1); Bulmer, G. C. (8); Burnett, C. F. (3); Dixon, G. (7); Hare, J. N. W. (9); Kaye, A. H. (5); Lister, S. R. (6); Mainds, R. C. S. (3); Mortimer, W. N. B. (4); Pulleyn, R. J. (3); Raylor, T. J. (9); Sanderson, N. M. (3); Shuttleworth, N. D. (8); Squire, N. (1); Sudworth, W. T. (I); Swiers, P. J. (7); Townsend, N. G. (7); Tyson, M. J. (6); Wilson, J. P. (6); Barker, H. M. (3); Buckley, M. R. (3); Carmichael, W. N. (7); Caulfield, M. P. (3); Galley, J. (2); Johnson, P. M. (4); Linton, T. C. (5); McCarter, P. E. (5); Owen, R. M. (3); Powell, A. J. (3); Ray, G. N. (1); Reay, P. N. (4); Robinson, I. A. (1); Spencer, C. (4); Sunley, M. C. J. (4); Thwaites, A. C (4); Upton, T. C. (7).

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VALETE Name Atkinson, P. T. Braime, S. L. Brown, C. A. F. Bruce-Jones, S. Chilman, P. W. H. Egleton, R. W. Gatiss, H. C. Harland, C. C. Hawking, N. S. Hirst, C. J.

House

T

SH T M T R

Q M M

T

Date of Leaving

11.12.76 19. 3.77 11.12.76 11.12.76 19. 3.77 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76

Name

Irons, S. B. Kay, B. M. Larcombe, J. H. Mayor, J. I. D. Morcom, C. G. A. Mortimer, J. C. B. Newstead, A. S. Tatterton, S. J. Turnbull, N. J. G. Turner, J. N. C.

House T D

SH G T G Q Q R Q

Date of Leaving

11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76 11.12.76

JULY 1977 DRONFIELD Allen, W. M., Barker, H. M., Biddle, R. W., Burnett, C. F., Brockbank, C. T., Crowther, G. A., Hyett, P. W., Kay, S. R., Park, S. N., Powell, A. J., Reay, P. N., Rider, T. G., Stone, J. W., Taylor, J. S., White, T. G., Wrigley, J. F., Tervit, G. C. GROVE Bell, C. J., Brown, G. B., Caulfield, M. P., Gray, P. A., Noble, J., Ray, G. N., Robinson, I. A., Spence, J. D., Village, A. G. MANOR Anelay, C. T., Christelow, M. M., Dee, M. C. M., Holmes, A., Kneeshaw, J. A., Motion. A. B., Pulleyn, R. J., Sanderson, N. M., Smith, P. J. P., Stringer, R. M., Taylor, R. H., Upton, T. C. QUEEN'S Abbey, F. T., Clout, D. V., Barron, D. J., Brown, N. E. R., Dixon, A. M. M., Dryland, J. C., Johnson, P. D., Kaye, A. H., Nendick, S. R., Preece, J. W., Simpson, D. M. B., Smith, J. B. S., Thomson, M. A., Thornham, M. R., Leefe, P. A., Thomas, D. A. J., Thorpe, R. J., Willetts, M. D. RISE Adler, W. J., Brown, K. C., Burdass, T. J., Duthie, D. R., Dyson, R. A. J., Fisher, H. W. P., Thompson, G. G., Thwaites, A. C., Witty, P. M. SCHOOL HOUSE Barton, A. T., Craggs, R. E., Glaysher, N. C. I., Glen, M. J., Goodwin, I. C., Linton, T. C., Owen, R. M., Pull an, A. M., Radford, N. J., Roberts-Pratt, J. A., Stemmler, P. A., Warne, M. L. M. TEMPLE Gittins, P. T., Greaves, C. N. A., Hart, R. F., Heavens, A. F., Jackson, A., Johnson, J. A., Mander, P. N., Nichols, T. C., Pease, I. P. B., Riley, D. I., Robinson, I. A., Wilson, W. N., Winrow-Campbell, S. J., Wiseman, J. A.

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SALVETE BEFORE SEPTEMBER, 1977 Name

House

Form

Name

House

Form

Nodder, A. P. Prudom, R. M.

SH M

IIIB, LVI

Albakri, Z. S. Wass, D. R.

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BOARDERS, SEPTEMBER, 1977 Bilton, G. R. M., School House; Clayton, N., Rise; Hall, N. J., School House; Hall, S. J. J., Dronfield; Hills, T. M., Rise; Ijaz, M., Dronfield; Jewitt, A. M., Dronfield; Kean, D. T., Manor; Lawrence, J. C., Rise; Ledger, R. A., Dronfield; Lee, G. F., Manor; Mcllroy, D. R. J., School House; Plahe, F. N., School House; Spence, R. W., School House; Stancer, W. W., Dronfield; Sweetman, M. P., Dronfield; Wadhawan, R., Manor; Wye, J. P. C., Manor. DAY BOYS, SEPTEMBER, 1977 Dodman, P. A., Temple; Hall, J. M., Temple; Harrod, J. K., Grove; James, G. A. D. Temple; Knocker, R. K., Temple; Potter, M. R., Temple. DAY BOYS FROM ST. OLAVE'S Atkinson, J. D., Queen's; Beaumont, D. A., Temple; Bell, K. E., Grove; Bird, 0. J., Temple; Boocock, R. W., Temple; Clarkson, K. M., Queen's; Copley, A. P., Queen's; Craig, F. A., Queen's; Critchley, P. A. D., Temple; Davie, I. D., Queen's Dickson, N. P., Temple; Drury, C. J., Temple; Gair, R. J., Grove; Gilbert, T. W., Temple; Hameed, A., Temple; Jackson, A., Temple; Jacques, C. A. J., Grove; Kaner, T. A., Grove; Kell, P. A., Grove; Kirby, R. J., Grove; Liddle, R. D., Grove; McMeeking, A. R. G., Grove; Nendick, D. A., Queen's; Neville, S. J., Queen's; Nield, J. C., Grove; Orange-Bromehead, J. R., Grove; Oxtoby, R. S., Manor; Paveley, D. J., Grove; Pearson, M., Temple; Pemberton, D. N. C., Queen's; Porter, A. M., Queen's; Powles, A. J., Queen's; Pulleyn, J. I. P., Manor; Saville, I. J., Queen's; Sellers, W. I., Grove; Shuttleworth, A. J., Grove; Simpson, A. J. N.. Grove; Simpson, J. P. B., Queen's; Slater, A. G., Queen's; Smith, R. H., Queen's: Smith, S. D., Grove; Turner, G. M., Queen's; Whipp, A. G., Queen's; Wi!link. M. D., Grove. BOARDERS FROM ST. OLAVE'S SEPTEMBER, 1977 Aagaard, A. R., Dronfield; Beaumont, N. V., School House; Bell, C. R. W., Rise: Bramley, R., School House; Brown, A. W., School House; Chippendale, M. L., Dronfield; Dibb, R. F., School House; Gibson, A. C., Manor; Harnby, N. F.. Manor; Heap, C. J. A., Dronfield; Heywood, M. J., Manor; Hirst, J. E., Dronfield: Jones, J. M. P., School House; Lomas, G. C. H., Manor; McGrath, A. P., Rise: Mathews, C. B., Rise; Midgley, S. M., Rise; Naylor, M. A., Rise; Nichols, A. J.. Manor; O'Farrell, J. P., Rise; Paterson A. James, School House; Quirke, N. P. Manor; Reed, M. W., School House; Robinson, Jeremy, Dronfield; Warrington. T. C. St. J., Rise; Weeks, R. I., Manor; Williams, S. N., Rise; Young, R. C., Dron. field. 18

BOYS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1977 Miller, K., Dronfield; Whatmoor, N. W., Temple.

DAY GIRLS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1977 Anderton, L., Temple; Dixon, C. J., Queen's; Gillett, J. C., Queen's; Gray, B. K., Temple; Harrod, J., Grove; Thorpe, P. A., Grove; Sampson, A. G., Grove; Tapp, J., Grove.

GIRL BOARDERS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1977 Addinall, R. M., Manor; Dalby, W.E., Dronfield; Harness, J., Dronfield; Stringer, H. S., Manor.

The Silver Jubilee It may seem that in celebrating our own special anniversary we have overlooked the great national occasion of the Royal Jubilee. As a Royal School we stand second to none in offering

our loyal greetings to Her Majesty and in expressing our deep admiration for the remarkable lead and sense of stability she gives us in these turbulent years. So far the School has made one presentation to the Lord Mayor of York for the Jubilee Fund, the money being contributed by those who came to the Pageant in July. In the Autumn term there will be further activities for raising more money so that we friends of the School can show our loyalty in a tangible way by supporting the splendidly imaginative purpose of the Jubilee Fund.

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THE CHAPEL For the first two terms of the academic year the School was without its own chaplain and services were taken by many masters and boys. Arthur Ellery officiated on many occasions and we are especially grateful to him for his help, given over and above an already very full timetable. Our thanks too go to visiting clergy who helped out in a variety of ways. In fear and trepidation the present writer appeared in Chapel on the first day of the Summer term and has since lived to tell the tale. Some changes have been effected recently. On St. Peter's Day, the Dean of York came to our morning worship and blessed and dedicated the new hanging cross and the new lectern Bible. The cross was designed and made by John Brown (St. Olave's School) and the lectern New English Bible given by F. N. Newdick, President of the Old Peterites . The brass chandelier had to be removed from its previous position and it may be hung elsewhere in Chapel at a later date. The hymn books have been supplemented by "Hymns for Today" and we hope to start the new year with "Psalm Praise", a book of psalms —old and new. Compulsory services have been well attended (!), which is more than can be said about the Communion services. I do not think that 7.30 in a morning is anyone's favourite time, and I hope that in future we shall have the Communion service at a regular time later in the day and on the same day each week (other than Sunday). The usual Community services have taken place throughout the year. with the addition of the "1350" Service on May 15th. I think that the time has come for us to examine many of our traditional services and ask whether or not they are still suitable. The Christian Church outside the School does not stand still and we must ensure that we are not fossilising "Anglican tradition" within our community. The Bishop of Selby Confirmed the following St. Peter's boys on March 5th: Stewart Andrews, Christopher Bentley, Richard Coverdale. Michael Hjort, Simon Mills, Stuart Prest, Richard Pulleyn, Michael Sunley, Terence Wallhead, Simon Woollons, John Healey and Duncan Fallow. We wish them well as they start their committed Christian life within the fellowship of Christ's Church, and try to live out their faith in a country where Christians are in a minority. Many thanks to the Chapel Committee for all their help and work. especially to Charles Anelay, sacristan, John Greaves, secretary, and Stephen Nendick, crucifer. It has been good to have the band playing in Chapel on occasions; I sincerely hope that they will be able to participate more in the future, along with the choir. The choir give consider able time and energy to help our worship, and we are most grateful to them. My personal thanks to all who have given helpful criticism this past term—boys and masters. May this continue. J.M.R. FLOWERS IN CHAPEL First and foremost grateful thanks, as always, from all who use the Chapel to all those who "do the flowers". Most of them claim to be no good at it. Their results bely them! You who help would be heartened 20

to hear the appreciative comments made on so many occasions and by all kinds of people. The School Chapel lies in the centre of our whole community and is there for all, both St. Peter's and St. Olave's, and a great many people use it. But it is a relatively few generous, caring and ever-willing helpers who go on providing the money, the flowers, and the time and effort to arrange them. Week by week, and on special occasions, the "regulars" rally round. Most have jobs and numerous other commitments and go out of their way to help. So—we WOULD welcome some new helpers. And you do NOT have to be an expert! If you are shy of starting why not join forces with a friend and come together? The flowers are normally "done" some time on Saturday, and one of us will show you everything. Please, Peterites —of both sexes, Olavites, parents, staff, friends, do consider giving it a try! And if you can't help in person, perhaps you could contribute flowers from your garden, plants from your greenhouse, or even just money from your purse! And, while we're at it, I'm pretty sure the chaplains would also welcome a bit of Peterite or Olavite "elbow grease" to take a turn at polishing the brass and silver! Contact can be made with one of the chaplains, or through the School Office, or with me direct. Finally. a word of thanks to these same chaplains, to the organists, organ scholars, choristers, staff and cleaners, all of whom bear patiently and cheerfully with interruptions, mess and clutter, not to mention heady smells and drippy vases! Quite often they even lay on "music while we work". Much appreciated! S. M. NIX, St. Olave's

MUSIC One of the changes in the musical routine was the reshaping of the House Music Competition, which emerged as a House Entertainment— no longer competitive, but designed to allow each house to put on a programme of its own choice. This posed considerable problems of planning which, mercifully, were outside the responsibility of the Music Department. Music was still present in its traditional sense although very little of the Toy Symphony was audible over the claques which greeted the entry of various members of staff playing the novelty instruments. In Choir trebles were in short supply (though this has been partly remedied during the year thanks to a recruiting campaign) and in the Carol Service singers from the congregation were invited to occupy spare seats in the Choir Stalls. This augmented choir won for itself the curious reproof from one quarter that it had sung too enthusiastically! You can't win! The small Choir sang some Choral Evensongs on Wednesdays in the Christmas and Easter following the successful precedent of the previous year, but they were not allowed to continue into the Summer Term despite some enthusiasmm to do so. Orchestra and Band have had a reasonable year which included the experiment of a concert in the new Drama Centre. The acoustic, excellent for speech, is a little dry for music, but the enthusiasm of the performers countered that. The programme included a full rendering of Carmen Saeculare, a song composed for the School about 70 years ago. 21

The St. Cecilia concert was given in Chapel at the end of November, and at a combined recital with St. Olave's Choir in May several Coronation Anthems were sung. The number of boys learning instruments continues to rise gradually even with, or perhaps because of, some pruning out of unproductive material. Encouraging as this is, it does cause problems as music expands into a crowded curriculum, and the would-be musician has to be prepared to fight for the time to pursue his interest. More boys are taking Associated Board Exams but some are leaving the final preparation rather late and not doing themselves justice. Standards are high and every detail counts. There were good sounds in the Music Prize Competition, particularly from the strings, who all played with a lively sense of style. The introduction of a minimum standard for pianists kept the entries down to a reasonable figure and reflects the increasing standard of this section. Next year a similar standard will apply to the strings. As part of the 1350 celebrations a prize was offered for a composition suitable for the School orchestra. The four compositions entered showed a wide variety of style ranging from a string trio to full orchestra and it was thought undesirable to pick out an individual winner. So the prize was shared and the orchestra has had a preliminary look through the parts with a view to performance next term. Having dropped the idea of a concert at the end of the Summer Term because of the many ancillary problems, we became involved in a combined concert with several York music societies in the Minster. A lastminute change of date flung the event into the middle of exam week and the number of boys available to take part was drastically reduced. However, the School was represented very capably in both choir and orchestra by masters and boys and despite some last-minute crises the concert got under way. K.R.P. ASSOCIATED BOARD RESULTS Name P. V. Aagaard S. D. Ashton N. D. Aspinall L. G. Bleasdale A. P. Burdass A. J. Collinson R. M. Craig P. W. M. Crowley A. J. Dixon P. J. Fender T. A. Heap R. P. Jemmett D. J. Johnson J. A. Johnson D. R. Kaner J. A. Lethem R. S. P. Litten S. J. Mawby G. J. Norman

Grade 2 5 4 4 2 2 5 6 6 5 6 7 3 5 4 5 5 5 3 4 1

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Distinction Cello 6 N. C. H. Pemberton Violin 2 J. R. C. Taylor Piano 3 A. B. Tuck Grade 5 Theory: C. J. E. Bird, C. G. Broadbent, R. D. E. Brown, T. A. Heap, R. P. Jemmett, T. R. W. Jones, D. R. Kaner, R. S. P. Litten.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY CONCERT "Even before the music begins there is that bored look on people's faces. A polite form of self-imposed boredom—the concert."

Henry Miller (b. 1891), Tropic of Cancer. Had anyone shared this view before the opening bars were played, their opinion soon changed. As the audience merged with the orchestra in the intimate confines of the Drama Centre, total involvement was unavoidable. An atmosphere of unbridled enthusiasm spread to the remotest corners of the room. The playing could rarely be described as diffident and the orchestra's intention was made clear in the opening piece, the March from Carmen (Bizet). The performance quickly matured with increasing confidence; the concentration of the players was clearly visible from the furrowed brows of the strings to the rhythmic blowing of the wind section. From Bizet to Rimsky Korzakov and the Dance of the Jugglers, an aptly named piece with frequent variations of intensity and speed confidently executed with scarcely a dropped crotchet, the brash interruptions of the cymbals and the rattle of the tambourine contrasting sharply with the studied precision of the cello. In contrast there followed a solo violin performance of Sicilienne (Paradis). Once he warmed to the task there was little hesitation in Peter Fender's playing, as he confidently attacked a daunting series of arpeggios with only the occasional tongue-biting revealing any sign of tension. The audience murmured in anticipation as the Wind Band opened their music folders and selected the first of five pieces which were to prove immensely entertaining. The conductor's commanding bulk willed from the musicians an enthusiastic performance. It was hard to resist foottapping, a ploy used by several members of the band in lieu of a personal metronome. The mellow confident sound was reminiscent of a lazy Sunday afternoon around the bandstand in the park. In Ballet Egyptien, the self-control of the brass enabled the woodwind to feature in this jaunty piece, with the occasional interjection from the flutes subduing with their mellow sound the sharper resonant dominance of the clarinets. Anyone of even the remotest Irish ancestry couldn't avoid being stirred by the trio of Irish pieces, the Irish Washerwoman in particular arousing memories of scrubbing board and tub which had a romance not equalled by the mechanical gyrations of the push-button automatic. The Choir, freed from the constraints of daily duty, seemed to be injected with new life and enthusiasm, and minor slips apart, they achieved a splendid blend of tones in a variety of songs. The musical story of Jonah and his dealings with his God and a benign whale, was sung with unparalleled dash and sense of fun, which radiated to the audience, whose facial expressions revealed their captivated enjoyment, tinged with concern at Jonah's migration into the belly of the whale, only 23

relieved by an almost audible sigh as he returned safely to land along the tongue of his obliging captor. After dire warnings of what was about to assault our ears, we were "privileged" to hear a rendering of a "musical work" which claims to be the School Song, and if the introduction is to be believed the experience is unlikely to be repeated this side of a further 1350 years. Written in 1908 for the York Pageant, the words contributed by the Bishop of Bristol probably benefited from the obscurity of the Latin text, and the music was composed by G. F. Tendall, a previous music director of the School, whose other interests included cricket, boating and rugby, in which he was doubtless even more accomplished. Having declined the invitation to translate the Latin during the Choir's noble journey through the 14 verses, most of the audience sat in awe whilst some tittered, no doubt pretending to have understood some Latin pun, though even the non-classical couldn't avoid noticing a reference to Guido Fawkes in verse 9, and I thought I detected some mention of Physics in verse 13, which I hope was flattering. Any preconceived notions about the nature of the evening were quickly changed when we were entertained to the virtuosity of the jazz trumpet with honky-tonk piano accompaniment, reminiscent of the blue smoke-filled cellar frequented in our long-lamented youth. As the high notes aggressively pierced the air, facial expressions in the audience varied from mild surprise to knowing approval, whilst foot-tapping and headnodding became obligatory to even the most restrained. Again, "Can-Can" from Orpheus (Offenbach) inspired the most selfcontrolled to move in time to the compelling music, but none relinquished their seats to indulge in gymnastic acrobatics normally accompanied by this captivating piece. The concert drew to a close with a brief interlude of Beatle nostalgia, an unusual setting of the Yellow Rose of Texas which featured a spirited performance from the trombone trio, but the percussion section didn't go unnoticed, and four pieces from Yeomen of the Guard (Sullivan) which formed a fitting climax in this Jubilee year. What a marvellous evening of music and song, so much talent and enthusiasm, such a variety to satisfy very appetite, the enjoyment of both performers and audience was a joy to behold; "I know . . . I was there." D.H.H.

THE HOUSE MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENTS EVENING The evening attracted more attention, and for more reasons, than anyone might have expected. It was conceived originally as a development of the old House Singing Competition, to widen its appeal and to allow of a greater scope for originality of contribution. Unfortunately, the attempt to widen the definition of what would happen, made it vague. Perhaps, in the end, the acts and entertainments were too diverse to set with each other—but I am not sure. The lack of definition for the audience caused the biggest problems. Having no expectations to work on, they set up some of Itheir own. Sadly, the scum rather than the cream rose to the top; and left a nasty after-taste. Boys in bulk seem to demand uncomplicated amusement to which they can respond loudly. In the absence of clear information to 24

the contrary, they assumed the House Entertainments would be uncomplicated; and they did respond loudly. I imagine I sound disapproving. I was—particularly of the animal element in the proceedings. There were deliberate wreckers in the audience, small claques whose only aim was to mock and jeer; and no condemnation is too strong for that kind of behaviour during a civilised attempt to provide entertainment for a civilised community. However, that was not all the evening. Much was learned; and, most importantly, much was enjoyed. The Wind Band's performance was a good opener, spirited and popular; dominating enough to demand the audience's attention, good enough to keep it. The Manor followed with hypnotic humour: the rhythm of their cowboy ride was well sustained against the opposition of other rhythms stamped on the floor—though, for their comfort's sake, it is as well that none of them is on a riding option. For a short time, it seemed as if School House's contribution would be drowned in uproar. To their great credit, Jon Glen, David Reed, and Andrew Reed kept singing; and in the end their interminable rendering of The Lambton Worm had the audience shouting for more. With the exception of that small band of wreckers, most of the audience was now in generous enough mood to listen to what was presented. Contrast followed contrast. A skilful duet by Keith Pemberton and Patrick Crowley at one extreme of the cultural scale was followed by the only thing in the world worse than the Bay City Rollers—Queen's House imitating the Bay City Rollers. Howard Gatiss and Steve Bruce-Jones produced their special "thing", excerpts from Gilbert and Sullivan most professionally performed. Here, the acoustics of the Hall rather than the audience noise made it difficult to listen with as much attention as one would wish. Queen's—or, more precisely, Peter Fender—teetered to the brink of disaster with their next item. It went on too long. Nothing, apparently, happened. The audience grew restive. It was the arrival of disaster in the form of a bucket of water over the performer which redeemed the act, lent it some point both brave and funny. My own memory of the evening is confused at this stage by my increasing state of nerves. The Rise chopped their way through Monty Python's The Lumberjack Song, to an appropriate reception; and then the turn of staff and Orchestra playing the Toy Symphony. I am glad the programme noted apologies to Haydn. I am told the noise in the Hall was no less for us than for any others: from where we sat, the silence seemed immense. Keith Pemberton counted in the Orchestra. We counted the bars. It is not easy to play a cuckoo and control incipient hysterics and count to 141-2-3-4; 142-2-3-4; without faltering somewhere along the line. We acquired an enormous admiration for real musicians. I cannot remember whether we played an encore or whether it was just one more repetition of a line of music we seemed to have played too often already. We enjoyed it. I digress to a note on audience behaviour. Though I do deplore the presence of those who wanted only to see the evening spoiled, I do also think a loud and enthusiastic audience response is an important element in the enjoyment of occasions such as this. Above all else, the House Musical Entertainments should never become solemn. 25

The only real workers in the School were followed by Temple's rendering of My Old Man's a Dustman. Was I the only one to wonder why they looked so much more at home in those rags than they ever do in School uniform? Their performance was exceptionally good. The Grove acted as well as they played. Their entry was dramatic; and had just the right touch of lightness to predispose the audience in their favour. The strings and woodwind were better received—and so they should have been—than one might have expected. If the evening succeeded in anything, it was in widening the range of what a School audience would accept in the face of its initial prejudices. Credit to the Grove for their contribution to this. Steve Irons was not listened to with quite the attention deserved by a splendid recital. His mixture of modern and classical nicely matched the wider mix of the evening: only the noisier groups in the Hall spoiled it for the rest of us. Still, he was talented enough to take and to hold the attention of a large majority of those present, and to sustain his performance superbly. This act perhaps more than any other illustrates the Entertainments at their best: a chance for the whole School, musicians or not, to listen to good music well played, of a kind that would not elsewhere get a hearing. Patrick Crowley and Paul Rushbrooke sustained this note for Dronfield's contribution. Here, however, the technical inadequacy of the Hall was made too obvious. Not enough attention had been given to sound balance, and so at the back only patches of the performance were heard. The conclusion was well received : what seemed like most of the House on stage miming to Room to Move. Judgements? We owe thanks to Bruce Macdonald for taking on the task of putting this together: it is useful to have a scapegoat who leaves the country soon afterwards. He did an excellent job of setting up each item; and of deciding the sequence of a more varied programme than most concert managers ever meet in their lives. Thanks, also, to the stage crews (there must have been some?). And especially, thanks to Mike Christelow for being Master of Ceremonies. There is perhaps no-one else who could have walked the evening's tightrope between chaos and enjoyment without falling off one way or the other. Conclusions? The House Musical Entertainments Evening was experimental. Things went wrong; but a great deal more went right. It showed two things: that there is a great range of musical talent in the School; and that given the right atmosphere, the rest of the School is willing to listen and to enjoy. Those make it worth doing again. D.J.H.

* ST. CECILIA CONCERT in Chapel, November 26th This was a delightful concert for the happy occasion of St. Cecilia's Day. There were three parts: the first by the Choir; the second by the Petrus Ensemble and the third by the Orchestra. The Choir was relatively small, and perhaps for this reason conveyed to the audience the sense of joy of people singing together, exactly the right spirit for a day when the theme should be the joy of music. 26

The same spirit showed in a different way in the concentrated skill of the Ensemble playing pieces by Albinoni and Haydn. The Orchestra played five pieces, among which Doe's Folk Dance Rondo was performed with great zest, and the Allegro from Mozart's Church Sonata No. 12 made a fitting finale to this concert which we hope will be an annual event to which many more people will come to celebrate St. Cecilia's Day. D.G.C. CHOIR: Give us the wings of faith Greater love hath no man than this O come ye servants of the Lord Cantate Domino A spotless Rose The Sans Day Carol

Bullock Ireland Tye Pitoni Howells arr. Rutter

PETRUS ENSEMBLE: Largo and Allegro from Trio Sonata in G minor Scherzo and Finale from String Quartet, Op. 33 No. 2

Albinoni Haydn

ORCHESTRA: Overture "Faramondo" Larghetto—Allegro—Andante Folk Dance Rondo Prelude and Air from Brooke Green Suite Watchman's Song (Hamlet) from Lyric Suite Allegro (Church Sonata No. 12)

Handel Doe Holst Grieg Mozart

CHOIR: P. V. Aagaard, M. B. Anderson, C. J. E. Bird, C. R. Bird, R. D. E. Brown, P. W. M. Crowley, G. A. Flintoff, M. C. Gatiss, T. A. Heap, J. A. McGrath, N. C. H. Pemberton, J. C. Neal, P. J. P. Smith, I. P. Wiggle. (Organ: N. C. H. Pemberton). ORCHESTRA: 1st Violin: P. W. M. Crowley, P. G. Fender, D. R. Kaner, D. J. Johnson. 2nd Violin: R. M. Craig, M. B. Anderson, C. J. E. Bird, R. D. E. Brown. 3rd Violin: S. J. Mawby, J. T. Aldridge, N. J. G. Turnbull, G.-J. M. F. Winder, J. R. C. Taylor. Viola: Mr. Finch, C. R. Bird. Cello: N. C. H. Pemberton, P. V. Aagaard, A. D. Leckenby, L. G. Bleasdale. Flute: J. S. Johnson. Clarinet: J. R. Markwick-Smith. Horn: R. E. Craig, A. J. Collinson. Trumpet: Mr. Riley. Percussion: J. C. Neal, G. A. Flintoff. Piano: H. C. Gatiss. PETRUS ENSEMBLE: P. G. Fender, R. M. Craig, C. R. Bird, N. C. H. Pemberton.

GOOD VIBRATIONS On February 4th those of us who were lucky enough to get tickets were privileged to hear the first performance of a new work by Mr. Hamilton entitled "A Scientific Exploration of Music". The piece is scored for a small orchestral group, a number of electronic instruments, some newcomers to the concert platform (such as the teapot, watering can 27

and lemonade bottles) but above all for the human voice—a long and very demanding role taken with great verve and enthusiasm in this performance by the composer, who also conducted the work. However modern in treatment, the structure of the composition is essentially classical, being based on the form of a sonata's first movement. After an introduction consisting of a hornpipe and some musical quotations, Mr. Hamilton aired the first subject. This takes the form of a discussion on vibrations and longitudinal waves which is then picked up by each instrument in turn before the human voice returns to develop the subject. This time the approach is more analytic and the instruments are used contrapuntally, illustrating and commenting on such concepts as length and tension of strings, resonance and length of pipes and finally lip movement and valves. This brass and hardware section marks the end of the first subject and, after a brief bridge passage, the second subject is introduced. Here the mood is divergent with the instruments being allowed more room to show their virtuosity and individual character and Mr. Hamilton has chosen a subject that lends itself to harmonic variation. By so structuring the development to culminate in a display of lip and valve technique in the brass section the composer neatly brings the two subjects together. There is a brief recapitulation and then, rather than ending the work with a traditional coda, Mr. Hamilton returns to the opening hornpipe, thus achieving a fully unified circular form. Such an analysis can scarcely do justice to the complexity and wit of the composition and fails to give an account of the number of visual effects that are an integral part of the score. So intricate a work is clearly very hard to perform but such was the discipline of the playing (and all of the 32 boys and staff involved were, in a very real sense, playing) that the evening was a triumphant success—rarely can so unconventional a work have been greeted on its first performance by such a crescendo of applause. Some of the audience might question the tone and style of this review, claiming that they had attended an illustrated lecture. I can only reply that, while I found the evening instructive as well as enjoyable, I had long before the end stopped learning about the science of music and was content to sit back and listen instead to the music of science. I.M.K.L.

DRAMA HENRY IV PART I By WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE performed in the Drama Centre, December 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

THE CAST IV

Steven Bruce-Jones

Sir Walter Blunt Sir John Falstaff Prince Hal Peto Bardolph

Philip Lancaster Paddy Smith Mark Burn Richard Bronk Malcolm Warne Jon Glen

King Henry Earl of Westmoreland

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Charles Anelay Sandy Day Jeremy Markwick-Smith Brian Kay Roderick Craig Peter Fender Louise Adams Andrew Johnson Zoe Jackson Tony Miller William Adler Stephen Irons Louise Stansfield Martin Gargan Geoffrey Brown

Poins Earl of Worcester Earl of Northumberland Henry Percy (Hotspur) Chamberlain First Traveller Lady Percy Francis Mistress Quickly Sheriff Mortimer Owen Glendower Lady Mortimer Earl of Douglas Sir Richard Vernon

Other parts played by Ian Goodwin, David Duthie, Ian Wiggle and members of the Cast.

THE CREW Stephen Atha Lighting Engineer (under the direction of Mr. Brian Macdonald) Avril Lowe Costumes Tony Miller Make-up Mike Christelow Stage Manager The `Set' by: Phil Stemmler, Nick Glaysher, Ian Goodwin, Steven Bruce-Jones, Mike Christelow, Peter Fender, Richard Owen and Christopher Spencer. Woodwork by Pete Hyett Prompter Assistant Producer Producer

Duncan Fawthrop Brian Kay Ian Lowe

As for the Great Bard, I count myself among his worshippers, particularly of the great speeches, the great soliloquies; but I find most of the comedy unfunny. I used to think the plot of Henry IV (1) rather superficial, rather trite. In revealing and emphasising duplicity of character, and Machiavellian motives, this production was a success. For me, Falstaff's buffoonery is rather a bore, but he's also selfish, worldly and mean—and that's interesting. Mark Burn was both cringing and domineering; a lackey then a popinjay, until the final, pitiful braggadocio. If a shallow character can have depth, Mark Burn revealed it. Steven Bruce-Jones with his commanding voice and regal bearing showed us the strength in King Henry; more facial expression might have suggested the cunning behind the power. The way Richard Bronk, as Prince Hal, delivered that marvellous speech—the one where he's the sun, hiding until he decides to emerge for 29

the burn-up--left us in no doubt that here was a cold-hearted, devious and ambitious cynic, choosing for a while to play the practical joker, but bully enough to hide behind protocol when it suited. Bronk's voice sustained this demanding role, but not always his mannerisms. Brian Kay played Hotspur like a Valentino: too heroic, too sublime for this world; destined to be a legend after death. He thrived on adulation, particularly from his Lady—Louise Adams was perhaps too submissive; or was there a hint of rebellion behind the lowered eyelids? Brian spoke a little too fast, but he truly lived the part, communicating zest to the whole cast with swashbuckling gesture. His facial expressions—a weakness in the other players—were outstandingly good: the curling lip when he spurned, the bright gaze when he inspired, the impatience, almost absent-minded, when he chose to love. Bravo! The players of the secondary parts were clearly apprentices to the craft; there was promise in Jon Glen's Bardolph, Charles Anelay's Poins, Martin Gargan's bellicose Douglas, and in particular the Celtic mystery of Louise Stansfield as Lady Mortimer. The production, after the Interval, was original and impressive: rival camps on opposite stages, with the battleground between them. What had been to me a pretty banal plot, I now understand as an exposition, perhaps even a justification of Machiavellian government, and of compromise. Idealism, like Hotspur, has no place in the real world— Regretfully: "Fare thee well, great heart . . ." I had watched the previous School play in freezing dereliction, yet Ian Lowe's interpretation of Pinter gave me unprecedented enjoyment of that stark playwright's work. This time, Old Gym the Caretaker has been done away with, and he has had a splendid reincarnation: warm, sumptuous, fit for King Henry. What, then, is the future for the Drama Centre? We have had Coronation, can we hope for sublimation? The Dirty Old Man has become King; can he become a god? There is a Shaffer play that could work that magic, and it is a future possibility—I have that "from the horse's mouth"—no, not Equus. I'm thinking of Royal Hunt of the Sun. So, you see, your critic has adopted THE PUN, against his better judgement. It can only be the influence of GOOD WILL. I will be laughing at his jokes next. Some day. J.P.R. ,

THE SHEPHERDS' PLAY The 600-year-old Painters' and Glaziers' Play of the Shepherds— adapted from the Chester cycle of Miracle Plays—was presented in the Chapel on December 9th, 1976. It was my first introduction to any activity at St. Peter's, and what a pleasant introduction! I found it all very enjoyable and often highly amusing. The fight scene in part I of the play was so realistic as to be worrying (I had forgotten for the moment that Rugby was played at the School!) and the humorous dialogue was handled in a very natural way. The boys had firm strong voices and entered into their roles very easily. The prac30

tical difficulties of staging a play in Chapel were not entirely overcome. The Drama Centre should make a notable difference in future. Carols and readings were presented with the play. The Choir sang Ouittez Pasteurs particularly well, though they were obviously short of voices in their Shepherds' Cradle Song. It was a welcome relief to stand and sing a carol at the end, after sitting on hard pews for almost an hour. The play was produced by the Headmaster. J.M.R.

OF MICE AND MEN The best-laid schemes gang aft a'gley, especially in the summer term. Of course it had been a marvellous idea when, before Easter, the members of a Lower Sixth book evening had decided to take Steinbeck's novel, dramatise it themselves, and produce it in the Drama Centre. Difficulties, however, soon set in; the production had to be modified to a reading with only key scenes acted, the cast reduced to six; there was even talk of abandoning the project and only the persistence of Richard Bronk, adapter, producer, actor, kept the project alive. So, when the lights dimmed and Nigel Denison rather hesitantly began to read, the audience sat back prepared to be tolerant of a praiseworthy effort. And the acting was at times static, and the accents did wander over at least three continents, and the editing did cause some unevenness and imbalance, and none of it mattered, for dominating the whole production was Sandy Day's portrayal of Lennie. His was a magnificent performance, capturing the balance of physical strength and mental simplicity, sustaining the tension between absurdity and tragedy. In his most difficult "murder" scene with Louise Adams the audience laughed and, horrified, hated itself for doing so—there can be no finer tribute to any performer. Day was given sterling support, in particular by Bronk as a long-suffering George and by John Healey making a promising acting debut, while Duncan Fawthrop masterminded behind the scenes. Thanks to them all for such a moving and rewarding evening. I.M.K.L. ALBERT'S BRIDGE by Tom Stoppard As the producer, Mr. Gardiner, says in his programme note, this play "presents a challenge to the Drama Centre that is too tempting to resist"; and the mesmeric effect of the steady painting of the bridge at near roof level made a compelling visual impact. Incidentally, no rehearsal was possible with silver paint, and Kit Bird's skill with the paint brush was an important part of his relaxed performance which kept the play going so well as he exuded a genuinely innocent bonhomie and was inventive in his comic effects. If Andrew Blenkinsop overacted, he did so in an amusing way which brought out the bullying selfishness of the Chairman. Douglas Williamson pointed his lines brilliantly to make George a real character, the smooth, devious type that menaces many a committee, and James Brown had a nice line in aggrieved querulousness. 31

It may seem invidious to have picked out so few performances for particular comment, but here was an excellent, rounded production in which the actors were second year boys gamely supported by two girls from York College. It is a measure of its success that we were left slightly disturbed; who is the more selfish, the man who wants to jump from the bridge or the man who has become possessive about painting it? not to mention the motives of the committee members. And what is the menace of those marching feet, relentless, unchanging? the most frightening kind of automaton, a unified mass of people with no-one to direct them. Robin Jones and Michael Bowstead arranged the music, which was witty and crisp, and the timing was very impressive. Jeremy Hicks and Jonathan Greaves had a very complex lighting programme which they executed virtually without flaw. In skilled hands the Drama Centre met the challenge of Albert's Bridge, and once again we saw the marvellous possibilities of this splendid building. D. G. C. CAST Gary Tervit James Brown James Hewitt Kit Bird Andrew Blenkinsop Timothy Heap Douglas Williamson Andrew Gillett Mary Hall Michael Johnston Charlotte Semple Christopher Bronk The Place: Clufton The Time : 1960s SET provided by M. D. from an idea by Nick Adams DoTriNu: Jonathan Greaves, Jeremy Hicks Music composed and/or arranged by Michael Bowstead, Robin Jones and played by Philip Burton, Nigel Pemberton SOUND EFFECTS : Christopher Bronk, James Hewitt This play was written for broadcasting in 1967 and received a stage performance two years later. It presents a challenge to the Drama Centre that is too tempting to resist.

Bob Charlie Dad Albert Chairman Dave George Fitch Mother Father Kate Fraser

SPEECH COMPETITION 13th November, 1976 For this experimental competition in the Drama Centre, each competitor spoke from memory from a piece of his own choice and read a poem from one of two specified anthologies. Thus the 12 contestants (six for the Middle School prize, and six for the Sixth Form prize) spoke in all 24 different pieces—thus presenting no easy task for the three 32

adjudicators. However, few would dissent from their final choice of winners. Outstanding in the younger group were Andrew Johnson's rapt and thoughtful version of Masefield's Upon the Downs (one can speak pianissimo in the Drama Centre and be heard) and Simon Woollons's clear articulation in contrasting poems, a war poem by Sassoon and a piece of pastoral 'by Pope—an unusual choice that really came off. Kit Bird missed the intensity of Milton's On His Blindness but gave a tenderly zestful account of Betjeman's A Subaltern's Love Song. But there was no doubt that Tony Miller, with two highly confident and expertly controlled performances, was a worthy winner of this group. He was in total command of his material and achieved exactly what he set out to do. The Sixth-Formers were even more difficult to pick out. Philip Johnson seemed well inside T. S. Eliot's Journey of the Magi, and Sandy Day interestingly combined Shaw and Larkin for a striking contrast. An outstanding individual performance was Patrick Crowley's steely version of Sylvia Plath's Lady Lazarus, with its strange blend of obsession and self-mockery; but his other poem did not impress. Richard Bronk was a model of clarity in two contrasting pieces, sweet and sour, and showed considerable verbal relish. In the event, the adjudicators brought out Charles Anelay as narrow winner. He dealt with Enright's The Poor Wake Up Quickly incisively and then gave a sardonic and uninhibited account of Betjeman's Slough it was a good evening for the Poet Laureate. Some general thoughts: the winners were those who handled their audience most confidently, and confidence comes with practice. Competitions like this have therefore good justification, and they can be rather fun. In general, I found that the speakers gauged their pace well. Words, when spoken aloud, must, by a sort of transference, breathe; this means finding the right weight for the words, and being able to vary pace and volume in tune with the words. It was good to hear 12 voices grappling with the problem, and most of them succeeding. P.D.R.G. -

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POORLINUS WAS HERE A Pageant of how it might have happened—but certainly didn't If classroom history was presented with the humour and vigour of this review of the past 1,350 years, history teachers could be guaranteed as receptive an audience as attended the Pageant at the end of the Summer Term. Fast-moving, overtly corny and enacted with such obvious enjoyment, it was impossible not to be infected with the wit and nostalgia of this patchwork history of the School. Mr. Cummin and his team are to be congratulated on a text that led us through scenes from Paulinus and Alcuin to George Hudson in less than an hour, without excluding any of the worthwhile details while providing us with a masterly insight into events as they might have been but almost certainly were not. Knit together by a commentary packed with oblique historical references and wit, like a good champagne that was both sparkling and dry, these scenes traced the development of the School through a series of local historical events and personalities. 33

It would be invidious to single out individuals in the cast because all of them, from the prospective medieval parents to the hind legs of Dick Turpin's horse, contributed to the overall quality of the performance. They acted with a welcome unselfconscious ease which was much in keeping with both the script and the unconfined setting in front of the Library. The songs, which accompanied each of the scenes, were lustily sung by musical and unmusical voices and did much to set the tone of the occasion. When you hear Roman soldiers singing an adapted version of a popular Scottish ballad, or Henry VIII's Church Commissioners abusing the words (though not the tune) of one of Ancient and Modern's oldest favourites, then you have an atmosphere truly fitting to an anniversary celebration and the end of term. Much of the success of the show was due to the excellence of Brian Macdonald's arrangement of the lighting which spotlighted the surreptitious schoolboy smokers, the medieval fire-fighters, and picked up with superb timing the many varied exits and entrances; also to the costume which aptly portrayed each age and added colour and realism to the script. It was altogether a splendid tribute to a long rich history. D. R. D. C. Many people helped with this venture, but I would like to pay special tribute to Mark Anderson, Richard Barker and John Healey who came into it from the start to concoct the ideas, to help write the script and to persuade performers, often successfully, to come to rehearsals which were sometimes held in odd corners of the School, usually with at least one character missing. As the date of performance drew frighteningly near, Mark worked out a meticulous time-table for rehearsals, Richard managed the "box-office" and John looked after the costumes and props with firm and minute care. In addition, if a new character had to be invented, any of the three was ready to take it on: thus, at a late stage. John became Damper and Mark became Horrid Boy. At times it seemed that a pageant would never get off the ground, but Mark, Richard and John kept it going and knew that it would provide a bit of fun for the end of the year. D.G.C. PROGRAMME

W. Riley W.R., K.R.P., Stephen Ashton, David Aspinall, Ian Anderson, William Barnish, Robin Litten, Ian Wiggle

FANFARE

PROLOGUE There are no vulgar fractions The Master Singers K.G.C., R.G.D., P.D.R.G., D.H.H., D.J.R., J.M.R. SCENE I Eboracum 410 We hope you'll enjoy the Dark Ages Robert Marsla Porus Clottus Kevin K Leftus Lastus SCENE II Eoforic 627 Paulinus rules OK Louise Stansfield May Knott (Press reporter) Mark Burn Paulinus Ebor (St. and Headmaster) Stewart Andrews, Geoff Sharp, David Reed, Assistants John Healey Newspaper Boy

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Poorlinus was here John Healey, Richard Barker, Mark Anderson, Mark Burn, Richard Owen.

Sc ENE III Eoforwick 782 Give your boy an education Mr. A. Spiring Mrs. A. Spiring Perce Spiring Dr. Al Quin (Luminary and Headmaster)

Tony Miller Zoe Jackson Sandy Day Duncan Fawthrop

Sc ENE IV York 1069 Well, at least it isn't POT Richard Barker Will Adler Mark Burn David Hinchlifie John Healey

I. Likeit U. Wood Noah Thingortwo Ivor Buckett (Fire Chief) Damper SCENE V York 1485 We 'ave backed t' Bosworth loser Lord Mayor 1st Alderman 2nd Alderman Sir Roger Cotam 35

Jon Glen John Healey Richard Teale Sandy Day

SCENE VI York 1486 Give TWO cheers for Henry Tudor

Stewart Andrews David Reed Jon Glen John Healey Richard Teale Jeremy Markwick-Smith Susan Elston Nigel Denison

Sword Bearer Assistant Lord Mayor 1st Alderman 2nd Alderman Henry VII Queen Elizabeth (of York) U. Bore (Public Orator)

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SCENE VII York 1539 We haven't come to argue Abbot of St. Mary's Dean of York Commissioner's Clerk

Ian Wiggle, Sandy Day' Mark Anderson

SCENE VIII York 1585 I intended to expel you Dr. Pullen (Headmaster) Guy Fawkes (boy)

Duncan Fawthrop Richard Owen

SCENE IX London 1605 Now I'll only be notorious U. Wait (Constable) Ida Know A. Hunch (Constable) Guy Fawkes (man) Horrid Boy

Patrick Crowley Zoe Jackson Paul Aagaard John Healey Mark Anderson

SCENE X York 1739 I'm a gentleman of the road Jon Glen Dick Turpin Stephen Humphre ∎ A. Lert (Porter) Patrick Crowle ∎ E. Plodds (Watchman) Paul Aagaard 0. Deare (Watchman) Neil Pattison, Nicholas Frost Bess (horse) SCENE XI York 1843 She'll be bringing lads to Peter's George Hudson Dean of York SCENE XII York 1977 How do you find us? May Knott A visiting Bishop

D.H.H. D.J.R. Louise Stansfield Mark Bunt

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God Save The Queen Written and presented by DAVID CUMMIN with Mark Anderson, Richard Barker, John Healey We wish to thank: Mrs. Bird, Mrs. De Little and York City Council, Miss Gypson, Mrs. Wilson, Col. Abbott, Mr. Bond, Mr. and Mrs. Coulthard, Mr. Dawson, Mr. Du Croz, Mr. Gaastra, Mr. Harris, Mr. Hubbard, Mr. Macdonald, Mr. Pemberton, Mr. Power, Mr. Riley, Stephen Atha, Adrian and Terry Wallhead. 36

COMBINED CADET FORCE Captain Le Tocq has given up his charge of Shooting, and has thus ended his long connection with the Contingent. Contingent Commander before the Second World War, he returned as a Major from his own war service to make Shooting in the School into a major sport, and to develop it to a very high standard, particularly in the days of the big compulsory contingent and large numbers from which teams could be drawn. We thank Captain Le Tocq for the dedicated skill he has given to Shooting for so long, and for his work at many an Army Camp when he brought to map reading in particular a competitive excitement which many will remember with pleasure and gratitude. Sub-Lieutenant Dawson has resigned from the Contingent, and we thank him for the time he gave to it, especially in the year when Lieutenant Bulcock was away. Pilot Officer R. C. G. Drysdale has joined the Royal Air Force Section, having had previous experience as an officer in the Contingent at West Buckland School. The characteristic of the year has been the steady improvement in the standard of bearing and turn-out, with most cadets taking a genuine pride in their appearance; it is not a matter for complacency, because there is still room for much improvement, but the comments of the Inspecting Officer and his team on May 17th were much more complimentary than they have been in recent years. This year we had an Inspecting Officer from the Royal Air Force, Group Captain R. B. Gubbins, R.A.F., the Commanding Officer of Royal Air Force, Linton-onOuse. It is an indication of the healthy rivalry that grew up between the two Service Sections during the year that the Officers unanimously agreed that the Fernie Cup should, for the first time, be shared by Petty Officer Denison and Flight Sergeant Markwick-Smith. The main Summer Camp for the Royal Navy Section was in H.M.S. Caledonia, and this was a very varied and full week. For the Royal Air Force Section a week was spent at Royal Air Force, North Luffenham, where the Section, led by Sergeants Atkinson and Collingwood-Gittins, won the Best Syndicate Award for their all-round performance during the week in Shooting, Swimming, Drill, Initiative and Night Exercises and Map Reading: a very good performance. A special word of praise and thanks goes to the Buglers, who, under the expert training of Mr. Riley, made an excellent impression as they sounded General Salute at the Annual Inspection, and to the Band of St. Olave's, who added much to the success of the day by playing during the Inspection. We hope that those who think of joining the CCF will do so knowing that music can be an important part of CCF activity, and we would much like to revive the Corps of Drums. D.G.C.

ROYAL NAVY SECTION In the winter it was, as is always the case, difficult to organise outdoor activities, but the N.C.O.s of the section organised a very successful night exercise on Strensall Common which involved all the members of the section. The junior N.C.O.s did a good job of guiding their groups 37

through a ring of defending leading seamen. It is an exercise which will be repeated more often. The Easter term saw the return from New Zealand of Lt. Bulcock who took over command from Sub-Lt. Dawson again. Thanks go to Sub-Lt. Dawson for running the section in Lt. Bulcock's absence. This term also saw the departure of the most enthusiastic member of the section, L. S. Chilman, who joined the Royal Navy at the beginning of the summer We wish him the best of luck. The first few weeks of the Summer term were spent preparing thoroughly for the General Inspection. A jackstay across the river, snorkelling, a raft race and assault course were arranged for the inspecting officers; there were also many hours spent polishing boots, whitening belts and pressing trousers. The turnout was excellent. The Royal Navy section was congratulated for its smartness and efficiency. It was described by Group Captain Gubbins as "an above average inspection". At the end of the Summer term some members of the section spent a weekend at H.M.S. Caledonia's adventure training school in Scotland, which was a successful visit. On the whole it has been a good year for the R.N. section and we look forward to an even better one. J.N.D.

ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION The N.C.O. in charge has been F/Sgt. Markwick-Smith, who has been assisted by Sgts. M. E. Wilson and G. Schofield, together with Cpls. N. G. Atkinson, Collingwood-Gittins and Wiggle. With a larger number of senior cadets than for some time, it has been possible to provide greater opportunities for leadership with generally beneficial results, particularly in outdoor activities. One of these activities organised was a highly successful night exercise held towards the end of September, 1976. Sgt. Wilson and Cpl. Wiggle are to be congratulated on obtaining their gliding certificates. Five members of Flight A were awarded their proficiency certificates. All had been successful in the Part 3 examinations, J/Cpls. Abbott and Spencer obtaining distinctions. Projects tackled by this flight included the building of a small hovercraft by J/Cpl. Chadwick and a study of survival techniques by the majority of the flight. It had been intended that the classroom experience gained would be put to practical effect early in the Summer term, but the terrain was unfortunately not available at the last moment. Thirteen out of the 14 members of Flight B succeeded in passing proficiency part 2. Generally this flight had entered into most of the section activities with enthusiasm. Projects tackled on the occasion of the general inspection included the erection of a model Bailey bridge from the sections provided (by no means a straight-forward task) and the building of a raft from oil drums, pieces of wood and rope. The latter was used in a "cross the river" race against the Naval Section. Eight new members joined the section from this year's third form. Air experience flying has been available at R.A.F. Leerning on two occasions per term, and in general the School has had a large share of the 38

facilities available in this activity. Wednesday afternoons have generally been over-subscribed, but Sunday flying, when more pilots were available, has not enjoyed as much popularity. The hang glider has not been in operation as the minimum of four who have parental consent has not been forthcoming. It is still a possibility with adequate support. Camp in 1976 was at R.A.F. Lossiemouth. This was popular, in spite of the long journey involved, and cadets who attended were able to see the up-to-date aircraft and to enjoy a varied and instructive programme. The 1977 camp (U.K.) was at R.A.F. North Luffenham near Stamford. Three senior cadets, F/Sgt. Markwick-Smith, Sgts. Schofield and Wilson were able to attend a camp at R.A.F. Bruggen, Germany during the Easter holiday. P.L.H.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD SCHEME The year has been one of rapid expansion for the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme in the School. The range of activities seems to be growing even faster. The Interest Section has included Brass-Rubbing, Taxidermy, Marquetry, Philately, Filography, Chess, Farming, Swimming, Canoeing, Poultry-Keeping—to name but very few. We are grateful to all the Supervisors and Assessors who give so freely of time and skill. The Physical Activity Section involves Athletics or Circuit Training or Swimming or (for the first time recently) Skulling (sic.). Expeditions—especially on the two for Bronze Awards— seem to have struck the wettest weekends of term or holiday. I refer you to the later Weather Report. Save for thanks, again, to supervisors and assessors and Mr. Macdonald for the driving—and for so much else in the running of the Award this year—I think I need not add anything to that account. The Service Section has included the old faithfuls of First Aid, Fire Service and Police Service; and a new addition in the form of a course in Industrial Safety, for which we are indebted to RoSPA and Mr. Horwell. My own contact with that course seems to have consisted of arranging a flow of projectionists who would later come back and turn green when asked about the film they had shown. One of the pleasing features of the year has been an extensive breakdown of the rigid 12-month cycle of the Group: quite a lot of boys joined Silver direct, and thus will not finish until September. Others have expeditions or interests to complete. Others are moving freely in and out of the Scheme as their other occupations allow; and boys are also taking part in activities—such as expeditions or courses—which have been arranged by the Scheme who yet have no intention of aiming for a full Award. This is good. My thanks to all, for all the help and encouragement received. On Saturday, July 2nd, the following Awards were presented by Mr. L. Baynes, Senior Youth Officer, North Yorkshire: — 39

Certificates in Occupational Safety :— John Aldridge Sandy Day Geoffrey Brown John Lethem Robin Bruce Kenneth Murray Crispin Crossley Neil Pattison

Mark Pullan Martin Turner Simon Wetherell Ian Wiggle

BRONZE AWARDS 1977 Paul Aagaard Nicholas Adams Ian Anderson Bartle Aylmer Richard Barrett David Bird Timothy Bough Robert Bowles Joseph Boyd Guy Bramley James Brown Richard Brown Michael Bulman Charles Burdass

Jeremy Clayton Christopher Coates-Walker Andrew Collinson David Cuckston Jonathan Drinkwater Duncan Fallow Jonathan Greaves Jeremy Hicks Ian Hindhaugh John Howie Clifford Irwin lain Johnstone David Kaner

lain McLeish David Miller Henry Needier Guy Norman Michael Powell Stuart Prest John Richardson Timothy Stephenson Mark Theakston Michael Thomson Marcus Watson Yeo Beng Siew

SILVER AWARDS 1977 Stewart Andrews Stephen Buckle Mark Buckley Dennis Burton

Richard Dyson Simon Megginson Anthony Miller Nicholas Mortimer

Gavin Ray Timothy Raylor Nicholas Townsend Marcus Tyson

GOLD AWARDS 1977 David Barron Michael Christelow Michael Dixon

Jonathan Dryland Andrew Holmes Philip Johnson

Jonathan Kneeshaw Alistair Robinson Patrick Smith D.H.H.

BRONZE EXPEDITION Weather

The Saturday proved to be the worst day possible to set out on an Expedition of this type. The sky was totally clouded over and the weather report was not very encouraging. The rain began about 15 minutes after the coach left and it just seemed that our luck was out. Just before we were dropped at Helmsley the rain stopped and placed a glimmer of hope into us. This was not to last, as about a mile-and-ahalf from our set-off point the rain re-started. To add to the fact that our hopes had been drowned, it took it upon itself to add thunder and lightning to the list of discomforts. The rain did not last long, for it soon turned to hail. The thunderstorm placed itself neatly over the top of us and proceeded to try and dissuade us from going any further. This failed so it tried harder. We were approaching a T-junetion to the turn-off for our second or third check point. We decided that to preserve the maps from the same fate as had befallen us we would crowd under a tree. Mark Theakston decided against this plan and stepped boldly out into the road. There was a flash, and a tree stump only about 25 yards away felt the impact of a 40

bolt of lightning. Partly shaken but mostly undisturbed we moved off to the amazed stares of passing cars. We were delighted when we reached the bridge over the river for it gave us protection from the barrage of hail stones and it gave us a chance to regain our breath without swallowing mouthfuls of water. During one of the breaks between squalls we set out again and arrived at Rievaulx to be confronted by another downpour. We took shelter in the porch of the town meeting-house, but we were thrown out by one determined swallow waiting to get to its nest. Having walked through the town we turned left up a dirt road to one of the most amazing sights I have ever seen on any of these expeditions. The road has a drainage tunnel running under it and the water running off the hills was just too much for it to cope with; so the next best thing was straight over the road, and we had to wade knee deep through it. The hail seemed to stop as we approached Tylas Farm and it was then that we saw our assessor and Mr. Hughes for the first time that day. The weather then began to change. There were only occasional showers during the night and at about seven o'clock on the Sunday morning we got our first glimpse of the sun. Our socks were soon dried and the nine or so miles were pleasant but, I felt, a little less interesting than the day before. The walking was definitely helped by the warmer weather; and it also helped to make the wait at Hutton-le-Hole much more relaxing. It was fortunate we did not have to spend another evening out because later on in the afternoon the rain began again. Nevertheless, it was most certainly the most interesting expedition, and a very enjoyable one at that. I.D.H.

SCIENCE SOCIETIES SENIOR SCIENCE SOCIETY This year has been a very successful one for the society, which met as usual with that of Queen Margaret's School. There were ten meetings and a visit, in all, which a great number of people enjoyed. To start the ball rolling three members of the committee gave talks. Particularly noteworthy was that of John Spence, who competently dealt with the complex subject of "Motor Engineering". The other speakers were Mike Willetts (Marine Shore Biology) and William Adler (Water Supply). Then we welcomed Dr. Bunday from Bradford University, whose talk "Getting Married the Mathematical Way" proved both informative and amusing. The conclusion was that the probability of finding one's ideal partner at the first attempt is 0.37! Dr. Singh from Leeds University showed, with some excellent slides, the problems being faced at the moment in the North Sea and how they are being surmounted, in his talk on "Marine Engineering". Also from Leeds University came Dr. Chadwick, who spoke on "Circadian Rhythms." The last meeting of the Christmas term had a very mysterious ring about it. Dr. Clark from York University talked on "Black Holes"— which he defined as objects which so distort the space fabric that nothing, 41

not even something travelling at the speed of tight, can escape from it. The existence of such objects could possibly entail the end of the Universe—but we were reassured as Dr. Clark informed us of the proposed Cosmic Censorship Hypothesis which would prevent this. After the Christmas break we resumed with a talk on "Nuclear Power" given by Mr. Isles, again of Leeds University. Then Mr. Kim Booth, an undergraduate from York University, gave an inspired talk on "Genetic Engineering". He explained the whole concept of genetics—how information is passed from one generation to the next, and the structure of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid), the molecule which is responsible for this. "Aircraft development—Putting Technology to Work" was the next talk, given by Mr. Melling from Hawker-Siddeley, which included a film on the development of the Buccaneer aircraft. The penultimate meeting turned into a discussion in which members of the society actively participated. The subject was "Population Control" and Dr. Firn from the Biological Department of York University provided excellent guidelines for the discussion. Lastly there was a talk on "Computer Electronics" which included a display of actual components of a computer. The year was rounded off with a thoroughly enjoyable visit to Robin Hood's Bay and Boggle Hole to study the fossils and marine life—and to have a paddle! My thanks to Mr. P. L. Harris for another excellent season of talks; to Mr. Brian Macdonald and Mr. Ray Mylan for their enthusiasm on the visit; to the treasurer John Stone and the committee from Queen Margaret's, Claire Wildish and Caroline Lydon. M.F.G.

JUNIOR SCIENCE SOCIETY The Society had a series of meetings spanning the Christmas and Easter terms. The more notable of these were three talks given on Lasers. Wildlife and Railway Technology. Professor 0. S. Heavens, from the University of York, started the year with his talk on Lasers. He explained how a laser worked and then the many applications of the device; well illustrated and demonstrated. Mr. C. Smith, from the Yorkshire Museum, gave an almost informal talk on Wildlife to be seen around York. By getting society members to comment and ask questions while he showed slides, he led the meeting into a relaxed, informative atmosphere. Michael Christelow, Head of School, made his debut as a society speaker. He presented a very well prepared talk on railway technology, explaining, with illustrations, the many applications of modern science to our railways. All other meetings were films supplied by the many large groups, e.g. Shell, I.C.I. etc. Topics ranged through environment, space exploration, physics, medicine and Concorde. The Society is indebted to the speakers and once again expresses its thanks; also to the House representatives: Townsend, N. Jemmett, Owen, C. Bronk, Megginson, R. Craig, Johnson, and to Mr. D. J. Butler for organising the meetings. D.J.B. 42

THE CHESS CLUB 1976/77 The Chess Club continued with its regular Thursday lunchtime meetings, having a membership of about 20. However, the meetings were only attended regularly by a "hard-core", consisting mainly of members of the School team. The House Chess Competition was held in the Spring term. The Temple team (from A. F. Heavens, P. W. S. De Silva, R. P. Jemmett, R. I. Hepworth, C. P. Johnson and A. D. M. Barrell) had a narrow victory over School House in the semi-final, but easily beat Queen's in the final of the competition. The School team, captained by W. Adler, had a very successful Christmas term, winning all their seven matches. The team was in Division II of the York Chess League, and the following five wins were obtained: — ✓ Park Grove Won 6-0 ✓ Nunthorpe Won 5-1 v Acomb Won 34-24111111i ✓ Armstrong's HI Won 4-2 ✓ Stockton Hall Won 5-1 The team also won through the first two rounds of a knockout competition: — ✓ Acomb Won 4-2 ✓ Armstrong's III Won 5-1 However, the Spring term results were very disappointing. In the knockout competition, the team was beaten by a strong first division team :— ✓ Armstrong's I Lost 1-5 The following results were obtained in the league: — ✓ Rowntree's II Lost 2-4 ✓ Pocklington II Lost 1-5 ✓ Bootham Lost 11-4f ✓ York II Lost 2f-34✓ Shepherd's II Lost 21-3+ ✓ Armstrong's II Won 4-2 ✓ A.H.G.S. II Lost 0-6 by default ✓ Clifton Hospital Lost 0-6 by default Regular team members were W. Adler (4 points out of a possible 13), A. F. Heavens (10 out of 13), P. Moayyedi (8 out of 14), R. E. Craig (7 out of 14), P. W. S. De Silva (8 out of 12), and T. C. Stephenson (5 out of 11). Also played: J. P. Ross, J. M. V. Storey, R. W. Biddle, A. D. M. Barrell, P. A. Leefe and D. V. Clout. R.E.C.

NORTHFIELD SCHOOL MINIBUS APPEAL I would like to take this opportunity to publicise the amount of work put in, and the degree of success enjoyed, by the organisers of this appeal. The original team consisted of some Manor sixth-formers and other 43

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House representatives with considerable support from parents and friends of the School. On their part planning continued through the Summer and Autumn Terms with a climax in the Grand Auction and subsequent presentation of the cheque. But when things had to be done this team were not the only workers; many members of the School were always on hand for odd jobs, and much credit must go to them for the smooth running of proceedings. The first of the money-raising activities was a market stall of nearlynew clothes in the Summer Term and this was followed up by sponsored activities organised by Richard Collingwood-Gittins, Justin McCarter, Dick Taylor and Andrew Holmes. But the greatest contribution to the final cheque took place on Friday, November 19th, with first a nearlynew clothes sale in the Memorial Hall which was followed (after a thorough rearrangement of the Hall) by a Wine and Cheese Party incorporating Gift Stalls and an Auction. Credit for the success of the evening must go to the people who came, those who donated items for auction, and our very successful auctioneer, Mr. Dee. To demonstrate the many and varied sources of money, here is an approximate list: £ Summer Term nearly-new clothes market stall (£50 to Multiple Sclerosis) 3 Sponsored Swims and 1 Sponsored Run Nearly-new clothes (November) Cheese and wine tickets Less bill for cheese and wine Auction Raffle Gift Stalls Donations

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The final cheque was presented to Mr. Richardson, Headmaster of Northfield School, on November 25th, and there followed a small party for the organisers of the appeal. Up to now I have neglected to mention Mrs. Shuttleworth, to whom the majority of the credit must surely go. It is she, with the help of Mrs. Anelay and Mrs. French, who has consistently borne the brunt of the organisation work and led her team to produce such a successful appeal. Well done! S.B.-J.

CHRISTIAN UNION "It's a Happy Road that we're travelling on .. ." The C.U. has continued on that Happy Road through weekly Bible Study, Prayer and the joint meetings with Queen Anne's. One of the high points of the year was a concert attended by over 200; the low point was one meeting this term at which six were present—including the speaker! The Christmas Term saw us full of enthusiasm and featured a somewhat misunderstood "Neg" in Chapel. He didn't seem to catch on, so 44

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C.T.A., C.N.A.G, J.R.A.G., P.S.L.

KOINONIA With the Christian Union consisting mainly of sixth formers, the need for a less serious junior branch soon became apparent—hence Koinonia (= fellowship in Greek), an informal group for third and fourth formers, was born in the Easter term. Meetings consist of various permutations of quiz, serial, discussion, filmstrip, singing, occasional outside speaker and on one notable occasion KADS (Koinonia Amateur Dramatics Society!) made a brief but memorable appearance. On Shrove Tuesday we had a pancake party when, among other things, multi-coloured pancakes were tossed—a creditable number returning to the frying pan from whence they came. In our more serious moments we have been considering the implications of following Christ and his teaching. Finally, our thanks go to Mr. Hirst for allowing us the use of S.I. I.J.A., D.J.R.

POLITICS VISIT TO PARLIAMENT I une 16th, 1977 A jolly day out, the Politics Visit to Parliament of Jubilee Year, 1977. Something to remember amongst O.P.s on future anniversaries; at the millenium perhaps. What will you remember, Dear 0.P., at Commem. 2000 amidst the nostalgia and the beer? (£5 a pint?). The Redcoats and the Massed Bands on Horseguards: it was still Rule Britannia in 1977 for more people than cared to admit. The Guided Tour of the Houses of Parliament to meet the spirit of Gladstone and Churchill and the rest. Oh yes, they were still there, all right, in 1977, and not just in effigy. They were brooding over us; they gave us hope. Are they still with you in 2000? I wonder. 45

It was a Monday, remember, so we had not expected much action in the Commons; but we were in luck, if rowdy disillusion can be called lucky. The Prime Minister made a Statement to the House. A rare event. What was it that filled the House after Question Time, when it usually empties? Was it war or other National Catastrophe? No, it was about Nepotism. The Prime Minister's son-in-law had been appointed Ambassador to Washington, and the previous Ambassador was said to have been denigrated by a Downing Street Public Relations man. The Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. James Callaghan, felt constrained to disassociate himself, pompously and publicly, to the House. The Conservative Opposition seized the opportunity for noisy exaggeration and insincere moral shock. They overdid it. When it was all over, the House emptied, leaving the customary few to debate a vital issue on a Private Member's Motion: deteriorating morale in the Police Force over Pay and Conditions. A sad contrast. Were we naive, then, in 1977, in trusting the great spirit of Parliament to pull us through? J.P.R.

SUPER ANTIQUAS VIAS Produced by Derek Butler, Michael Christelow, Prasannajit De Silva, Robin Bruce Because it was made by a diverse group of people, the range of this film is wide. Mr. Butler is finishing his first two years at St. Peter's. Mike Christelow his last two; and they both have very different ideas of what the School is. They examined these ideas carefully before recording them; and so the resultant images are something like everybody's memory of the School. Before I recall the images themselves, I must mention the technical quality of the film. The very fact that one may pick out flaws is a measure of the evenness of the rest. Sound is synchronised more often than one would have believed possible; and shots are composed, focussed, cut, panned or re-focussed with an ease that means the eye does not register anything awkward. Not only were there these routine successes. The film has its moments of spectacle, too. No matter how often I see it, I am surprised by the quality of the sequence which shows a crewman abseiling from his helicopter. How did the cameraman keep the shot composed—even when the descending figure paused to check his rope? That was an unrepeatable shot, and it worked. The structure of the film is simple. After the opening credits, it follows a School day from dawn and the rising-bell to dark and lights-out. However, as soon as you begin to consider detail, you run up against the difficulty of judging the film as good or bad. You watch the School House dormitory waking up, and you laugh, and you think, it never 46

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happens like that! They are never that enthusiastic! And straightaway you meet the question, Well, what is it like? Then you become aware that the next sequence provides part of the answer. The impression of crowded washrooms is accurate; and through the bars of School House stairs you glimpse a slide down the bannisters to breakfast. A shot so successful happens partly by accident. Boys do sometimes slide down bannisters—but the camera had to be there to record them. The profusion of such happy accidents in this film is a compliment to two sets of people: the film-crew for being there; and the boys for being natural in front of the camera (I realise, suddenly, that I am excluding the staff from this compliment. Do we spend most of our time acting anyway?). Of shots which rank as the camera-crew's successes, these spring to mind : —Using the coaching boat to follow the First Eight along the Ouse 47

through York gives an unfamiliar viewpoint—one well chosen because it is the viewpoint best known to the coaches. On the climbing-wall, dramatic photographs are probably two-apenny: all you need to do is make it look as though someone is going to fall off. Here is an illustration, however, of the care behind the film. The cliches have been avoided; and the climbing is both unsensational and technically correct. The main sports are not neglected. There is an impressively active sequence of rucks, mauls, close-play and running in Rugby. The final impression should satisfy all those in the School who sample Rugby: there is a fearsome scrappiness for timid youths; at the same time as a record of some fine moves. Perhaps in these shots, the sparse resources of the film-makers are most evident. We have become used to seeing every shot from at least two cameras, through wide-angle and close-up lenses, fast and slow. In spite of this, I think the results are accurate. The zip-pan to Hockey is novel, though more intrusive than any other such device in the film. My question about the Hockey will spring to the mind of anyone who played it this year. Where did they find such a sunny day? They have done a good job of capturing this game, rather fluid in its movements around the dominating umpires. The Hockey is ended by the one shot I would wish to cut from the film. A daffodil transition from Spring Hockey to Summer Tennis strikes me as too much the cliche among many other more subtle movements. The objection seems churlish when set against the images of Tennis. Here music and sport are matched in a sequence which both shows us techniques and gives us impressions—perhaps the best use of slow-motion in the film. Cricket is briefly but powerfully dealt with, both indoors and out, in skilful intercuts of player bowling—an impression here of enormous force being released—and wicket falling. The slow-motion pause heightens the tension in that long moment before the ball is delivered. The longest section of the film is, I think, the oldest. The report of a Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expedition has been seen before, but loses none of its quality for that. It contains perhaps the most natural moment in the film: the indecision of the farmer who does not know what to do with his hat. It also contains the most professional shot in its impact upon the viewer: the hand-held filming of a walk across the moors is an achievement worthy of note. Those figures on a skyline against flaring light are a memorable image. The images of the C.C.F. are scarcely less worthy of note, at both extremes of weather. No-one can fail to envy the boys sailing beneath the Forth Bridge, silhouetted against blue skies; or to pity those being inspected on the greyest of wet days at School. The slow, vertical pan from flag to parade ground echoes and emphasises the slow, vertical drizzle. The willingness of the boys to be natural in front of the camera is most evident in the filming of the Dining Room. There, more than anywhere else, the boys must have been aware of the presence of the camera; but were trusted not to react. This time, only one was unable to resist the temptation to glance sideways at it. In the sequence of cuts and changing camera angles, he is barely noticeable. 48

It is a curious fact that the film should seem at its most confident when it is showing other people acting. The sequence recording rehearsal and performance of Henry IV (0 ought to seem patched and disjointed, given the number of times it cuts between the players' retakes of the same scenes; but the effect is cumulative until it shows us how the director and the actors build up their own interpretations of a scene. The evening will show the School freshly even to half its members: Day Boys rarely know the imposition of another unbroken hour-and-ahalf's work for Prep; rarely see the relaxation in Boarding Houses. Even the roll-call, here nicely seen from the point of view of boys approaching it down a corridor, is something not inflicted upon them at that hour— though the next camera angle forces one to re-consider the implications of the tone of that statement. Seen from outside the House, its meeting asserts that the Boarding House is a single, living unit. The close of the film, lights going out, re-makes the same statement. If this review is episodic, so is the film. It divides the School into compartments. One sees the quality of the representation of each of these parts; but one must then judge the film as something more than—or other than—the sum of its parts. Once agreement is reached on the quality of individual sequences, the questions are of selection and balance. Does the film show anything unnecessary? Does it omit anything which should have been shown? Does it allocate its attention in the right proportions between the topics it does choose to illustrate? I suppose, here is the place to say 'that the film is not long enough. We do not see a Saturday Assembly, or an end-of-term rush to leave. There is no sign of the Music in School; nor any sound of its other noises. We do not enter a Day House; or the Headmaster's study. Any member of the School could make his own list of the things which should be in the film. I do not, on the other hand, think there is anything which should have been left out. So to balance: is everything dealt with in the right proportion? The perceptive reader will osberve that I have made no mention, yet, of the film's treatment of the School activity which dominates all others: work in the classroom/laboratory/workshop/formroom or prep room— call it what you will: the places where teaching and learning happen. These are seen in the film; but I would argue that they are not seen enough. The structure of the film (the day in School) sets up expectations which are not fulfilled by the relatively brief shots of masters and boys at work. I think that the portion of the day spent in academic work is large enough to merit greater attention in the film, even at the risk of some repetition of images—for much of work is repetitive. Having said that, the treatment accorded to work is as skilled as anything else in the film. The shots are steadily paced, intercutting classroom, workshop, art room and lab. Then they speed up to a climax of ringing bells, which is the moment at which other activities take over. The balance is not helped by the commentary. Though the words themselves are well chosen and accurate—and appropriately read by the Headmaster—they are applied unevenly. Some activities, like Climbing, receive comment. Others apparently equally worthy receive no words at all. Somehow, the presence of music—though it is most appropriate and well synchronised—is not a substitute in giving balance. 49

I do not wish to imply by these criticisms that the film is not a success. As with all things, it could have been better; but that would have taken time and money which are simply not there for the taking. There are, I think, two sentences to be passed in judgement. If you think in pictures and if you think about the School, one of the pictures is likely to be here on the film. The images are something like everybody's memory of the School. D.J.H.

• . . MEDLEY FROM THE FIRST YEAR White Bird

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Conservation is a word That may apply To animals, not to machines. Do we ever digress To think what a mess We make of people's dreams? There are White Birds That fly with grace Touching the stratosphere. They have support In an American court. How much do they have over here? Is this great success To be dashed like the rest While the critics gladly applaud? Or all come together Make the Birds live forever In the spirit of true concord.

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In their never-ending search for nectar, The sun shines relentlessly, From a deep blue, cloudless sky. Yet now and then a sharp click, Followed by generous applause, Disturbs the peace and tranquillity, Of this 'Pleasant Summer Scene', For a game of cricket has begun. People watch, bathed in warm sunlight, Sipping a cool drink or eating ice-cream, While the batsmen defy the fast bowlers. FROM THE COMMON ROOM Cancer — a Prayer

J. P. Rigby Unmentionable. It used to be unmentionable; but now it's gossip. CANCER? — Well, it's nothing. Come on, say it. "CANCER"— There; it doesn't bite. "CANCER. CANCER. CANCER." There — it's tamed. TAMED? Oh no! Cancer is not tamed. Cancer — God's answer to complacency. Not me! Please, God, not me — Anyone but me. Cancer — God's Ace of Trumps. Spades! Cancer — a lottery; a grim roulette. Who's next? Will I be next? The cold touch; slow advance; long torture. Inexorable. The Crab. Cancer Of Zodiac, the Crab. CANCER. Cold, fishy, cruel crab; Creature that crawls, and feeds on carrion flesh. Cancer, the Crab; cruel, cold. Not the dead, red, crab of the slab, Not the ghostly crab of the pool. No. CANCER. The cowardly crab: Spiny, spidery, leprous-white; Cruel crab of dank, dark caves; That scuttles, hidden, cowardly; That strikes! Retreats, and strikes! End it! Smash it with a stone! Vain hope; its offEpring scuttle now, and bite; and bite. Smash one; smash ten; a thousand more attack, and bite; and bite. Cancer probing, gripping, nipping — on nerve, on bone, in lung. Cancer twisting, cancer gripping. Pitiless. 51

Cancer feeding — Insatiable. Will I be next? It runs in the family, like green eyes. It spawned, and hatched and multiplied. Cancer — the Crab. Of Zodiac the inscrutable, the shifty one. "Don't fret" you say. "Why talk of Crabs in caves? Of monstrous, scuttling hordes? — Just nightmares!" "Why talk of stones, of smashing crabs with stones? Of myriads more spawned forth, all leprous-white to feed on human flesh? — Don't fret" you add. "Today it's not like that. It's tame. See; it's tame—the Cancer ward, all clinical. Familiar — no need for fear of caves. The friendly nursing-sister waits; The jolly visitor; the trolley with your tea. Cosy. Like home. No cave." And so, I'm reassured. No Cave! No nightmare. No foul, dank cave; No scuttling, leprous creatures of the sea. Cosy — of course. Then — WHAT IS THAT? That thing? That shrouded thing? By God! But I DID see! Hidden? Not quite! The gasping stare. The grey-green skin. The haunted glance. The terror of the CRAB. Drugs — Sedation — Let's pretend! But do not catch the eye, the dull, sedated eye; The eye — the dull eye and drugged brain. THEY KNOW! The clinical ward, the cosy bed — All sham! The cave. The cave is real. The rock is wet, and green with slime; And from the foetid dark they scuttle — A myriad furtive Crabs. They scuttle, probe and bite, and bite again. You smash them with a stone and more Crabs come. — No use to plead, or scream or fight or run. We look in from the entrance of the cave; And weep. And when the tide comes in at last — into the cave. And the Crabs creep off to wait — we do not enter. We pretend: No Cave — just a Ward! — Cosy, clinical. Oh God! Not me!

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Some Songs from the Pageant, Poorlinus Was Here

D. G. Cummin HE MASTER SINGERS' PROLOGUE: (Tune, While Shepherds Watched) When St. Paulinus came from Kent In 627 A.D., He took a look across the Trent To see what he could see. King Edwin held the power and might In this city called Eoforic, And he said it would be alright To found a northern Bishopric. Paulinus built a wooden church And a school to grow up with it; And from our long and deep research We'll show you how he did it. A well tried path the school has trod Since back in 627; Our patron is that man of God Who holds the keys of Heaven. From thirteen hundred and fifty years We've made a few extractions; Now some's for laughter: some's for tears; —But there are no vulgar fractions. So please relax, although we say This won't be a sensation; We think it's not too bad a way To start Commemoration. PAULINUS'S SONG, 627 (Tune, Early One Morning) I've come from Canterbury As a teacher and a missionary To show you Christianity And the straight and narrow way. Chorus (after each verse): Oh, St. Paulinus, Please don't malign us; Start your task is all we ask; Paulinus rules OK.

I don't want to offend you, But I really must amend you, And I strongly recommend you, To the straight and narrow way. Chorus:

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So if you want your little lad To do much better than his Dad, To teach him I'll be very glad-And we might take girls one day. Chorus:

SONG OF THE PETERITE SMOKERS, 1069 (Tune, Austria) Smoking has become our passion And we ought to cut it out; It's a rather nasty fashion, And it's harmful, there's no doubt. Sinister voice: Every packet has a Government warning.

But we think it's rather manly, Even though it costs a lot; And our Dads say, rather wanly: `Well, at least it isn't pot.' SONG OF THE CITY WATCHMEN (Tune, Drink to me Only) We are the watchmen of this city; We usually turn up late; We think it's all a terrible pity That crime pays at such a rate. We do our best to keep it down, Without getting any encouragement; But, when there's trouble in the town, It's us what gets the disparagement. *

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ATHLETICS, 1976 Athletics at School took a leap forward this season with the inclusion of new throwing events and some longer track races at certain levels. The standards system was also revised to allow some reward for smaller improvements in performances, so that instead of the 3-point system there was introduced a 5 and sometimes 6-point system to improve the motivation for better performances. There is surely no other sport that can cater for so many people at so many levels for so many different events or skills. Thus different somatatypes can now find success in being part of a House team in a House competition, the likes of which very few other sports can offer. That old and possibly forgotten maxim of "everyone pulling together" can be seen to be believed in the first few weeks of the School year. Yet with all these assets, the sport still has only 14 or 10 games afternoons —as is the case for 1977—in which to be brought out of the cupboard, dusted down, shown off and then put back into moth balls until the next year. A situation that might justify careful reconsideration now that the sport has a new and fuller format. The new events included in the Standards Competition and the Inter House Athletics Shield were the Shot for all age groups, the Discus and Javelin for the under 17's, the 3,000 metres race for Under 17's and Seniors and the 800 metres and 1500 metres for the Under 15 ag6 group. These new events make previous standards competition comparisons no longer viable as the statistics and averages involved are incompatible. So too, does the practice of achieving maximum points per age group no longer apply, but the following boys achieved the best raw scores for their ages: J. H. Larcombe (School House) R. E. Craig (Queen's) K. P. Clarkson (Manor) R. M. Craig (Queen's) R. H. Iveson (School House)

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I. Queen's 21.8 Winner of the Athletics Standards Competition 2. School House 18.4 3. Rise 17.4 4. Dronfield 16.9 5. Manor 16.2 6. Temple 15.9 7. Grove 13.4

The Athletics finals day provided a very keen contest for the interHouse shield. On a day that was cold but fine, fortunate for the time of year, the competition was not decided until the very last track race with Temple just beating Queen's to overall winner. All but one of the Junior Age Group records was broken and K. P. Clarkson managed some very fast sprinting to create three new records for the Intermediate Group. Congratulations to all the winners, a list of whom, and their events, is as follows:— SPORTS DAY RESULTS Senior Age Group 100 metres—S. J. Winrow-Campbell (Temple) 200 metres—S. J. Winrow-Campbell (Temple) 55

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400 metres-M. D. Willetts (Queen's) 800 metres-C. J. Hirst (Temple) 1500 metres-C. J. Hirst (Temple) 3000 metres-C. J. Hirst* (Temple) Long Jump-J. S. Taylor (Dronfield) High Jump-J. A. Wiseman (Temple) Shot-J. A. Wiseman* (Temple) Relay: 4 x 200m.-Temple House

Intermediate Age Group 100 metres-K. P. Clarkson* (Manor) 200 metres-K. P. Clarkson* (Manor) 400 metres-K. P. Clarkson* (Manor) 800 metres-K. J. Miller (Queen's) 1500 metres-K. J. Miller (Queen's) 3000 metres-K. J. Miller* (Queen's) Long Jump-J. R. Markwick-Smith* (Grove) High Jump-J. R. Markwick-Smith (Grove) Shot-R. J. Pulleyn* (Manor) Discus-J. N. W. Hare* (Temple) Javelin-R. J. Pulleyn* (Manor) Relay: 4 x 200m.-Manor House*

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Junior Age Group 100 metres-C. W. Burdass* (Rise) 200 metres-R. H. Iveson* (School House) 400 metres-R. M. Craig (Queen's) 800 metres-A. B. Tuck* (Temple) 1500 metres-A. B. Tuck* (Temple) Long Jump-R. M. Craig* (Queen's) High Jump-A. M. Precious* (Dronfield) Cricket Ball-C. W. Burdass* (Rise) Relay: 4 x 100m.-School House* * New School record. ATHLETIC SHIELD 87 pts. 1. Temple 2. 3. 5. 6. 7.

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M. D. Willetts Winner of the Gofton Cup (Senior 400m.) C. J. Hirst Winner of the Emsley Cup (1500m.) Winner of the Clive Lewis Cup (Senior Sprints) ... S. J. Winrow-Campbell C. J. Hirst Winner of the Robinson Walker Cup (Senior 800m.) J.O.-B.

CROSS COUNTRY, 1977 Conditions were not good for this year's Cross-country. Previous heavy rain and flooding led to numerous re-arranged dates and though some dry weather had come round at last, the course was still very heavy. Similar to the previous season, the main interest revolved around the team contest between Queen's and The Manor. As the first six runners count towards the trophy and with The Manor whose last runner was in

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earlier than that of Queen's, the latter house managed four of the first ten which clinched the trophy for them. Though the winner's time was a full two minutes outside the record, due to the weather conditions, D. A. J. Thomas ran a very creditable 24m. 38.8 seconds. RESULTS

TEAM SCORES

1. D. A. J. Thomas (Queen's) 2. R. C. Barker (School) 3. R. H. Taylor (Manor) 4. J. F. Ellison (Rise) 5. K. J. Miller (Queen's) 6. T. C. Linton (School) 7. J. Noble (Grove) 8. F. T. Abbey (Queen's) 9. J. N. Denison (Queen's) 10. S. J. Andrews (School) * *

65 Queen's 98 The Manor 117 The Rise School House 121 151 Dronfield 163 The Grove 233 Temple

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THE JUNIOR LONG RUN The Junior Competition was favoured with better weather and much drier conditions than the Senior. This was fortunate for the spectators who witnessed a very fine and close finish and for some of the back runners in a field of 183—the largest number to take part so far. The outright winner was A. B. Tuck (Temple) in a time of 18m. 2.5 secs., who just managed to cross the line before A. R. M. Johnson (Queen's) in such a close race that the last 250 metres were run neck and neck ! In the team trophy, as with last season, Queen's just managed to hold off the challenge of The Manor to hold first place. RESULTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

A. B. Tuck (Temple) A. R. M. Johnson (Queen's) D. R. Kaner (Grove) A. P. Burdass (Rise) P. J. Nichols (Manor) J. E. A. Brown (Queen's) W. G. Nettleton (Manor) F. S. Newitt (Temple) P. Moayyedi (School) D. C. Miller (Queen's)

TEAM SCORES 405 Queen's 409 The Manor School House 422 535 The Rise 549 Temple 571 The Grove 782 Dronfield

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RUGGER, 1976-77 FIRST XV Six wins and seven defeats in School matches is a modest record, but it is better than had seemed likely in October. Lack of Rugger the previous Easter term was a particular handicap this season. The few old colours were slow to hit form, and the welcome improvement of several unlikely candidates only later became apparent. When eventually we moulded a team, it was quite a good one. Only Leeds and Ampleforth, two exceptional teams, really outclassed us, and it is significant that we were the only team other than these two to beat a vintage Giggleswick side. 57

Early in the season, the team's promise was unrecognisable, and even some of the victories were painfully laborious. Only thrice were the team really "on song": vs. Giggleswick, in retrospect an excellent result; vs. Durham, when we proved the stronger side against worthy and tenacious opponents; vs. Worksop, when a superb St. Peter's defence kept out a physically powerful and sophisticated team. Prop forwards like to say that games are won in the tight. Thank Heaven this is not invariably true, for we would not have won any! Paul Morcom eventually secured the hooking spot, but had a big leeway of inexperience, some of which he made up. At prop, David Duthie and Richard Hart developed their scrummaging, but were not always adequately supported. Hart's strength was in the mauls, and Duthie took the whole pack with him in many spirited drives, ending in several tries. At lock, Philip Stemmler hit form rather late. He often looked his best when the rest of the pack were beaten, as at Ampleforth when he did great covering. The other lock, Martin Gargan was picked for his lineout work, which was often our only source of precious possession; he must learn to avoid being dispossessed. Roddy Turner was the most consistent of an improving back row, and has a high work-rate. Mike Willetts was fast around the field, and Kevin Kerr shows promise at No. 8. Scrum-half was one of the difficult positions to fill. John Healey started rather hesitantly, but developed his confidence and a fair pass. David Riley had to learn the job of captain and fly-half at this level the hard way—by learning from his mistakes on the field. He corrected a tendency to run across, and made some determined tackles. His goal-kicking would be outstanding at any level, and was often crucial for victory. Faut-demieux, he gallantly took over the captain's job, learnt to discipline himself, then disciplined the side when it was on the verge of disintegration. The Durham match was played his way, like it or not, but we won well. One might say that we were the more able side—true, but we had already lost to less able sides! The back-line had attacking potential, but rarely enough good ball to show it off. Nick Glaysher gave an example of determined tackling and running on the wing, epitomised by his try vs. Pontefract, and the way he broke the Durham defence to set up Denison's try. The other winger, Paul Johnson, scored several tries before an injury in the Giggleswick match kept him off rugger. The centres were alike in one respect: both hard tacklers, but otherwise John Noble's elusive running contrasted with Nigel Denison's direct acceleration for the line—and how often he got there! Nigel Radford at full back was not consistent, but at his best, particularly at Worksop, he showed class. The clear lesson is that we must get organised sooner. Whilst the problems of organisation and of selection were exceptional this season, they are with us every season. Players from 2, 3 or even 4 age-groups come together, and often the few talented players are in the same position. It is a case of wasting talent or changing position, and we cannot afford to waste talent! One might argue that other schools must have the same problems— how do they cope? Nearly all of them play in the Easter term, often turning out next season's likely 1st XV as an 'A' team. In this way they get their bad matches over in obscurity, instead of in the glare of publicity. 58

Other sports at St. Peter's have precluded Easter term rugger at senior level, and while I would like to think rugger was not incompatible with these in the future, we have got to do something now. What? Well, more practice matches early in the Autumn term would help; vs. opponents other than schools, but not mature adults. Unfortunately, few club Colts' teams function in September. However, the Universities are still down and undergraduates could turn out in midweek. In the holidays Philip Stemmler played for Berkshire U/19 schoolboys, while David Duthie and John Noble had final trials for Durham County U/19 schoolboys. Team: N. J. Radford, C. P. Johnson, J. N. Denison, J. Noble, N. C. I. Glaysher,* D. I. Riley,* J. Healey, D. R. Duthie,* J. P. Morcom, R. F. Hart, M. F. Gargan, P. A. Stemmler, A. R. Turner,* K. W. Kerr, M. D. Willetts, All were awarded colours. (* Caps). MORRIS-McGRATH TROPHY It was unusually difficult to award this trophy for the most improved player. Consider the Candidates:

1. David Riley: In and out of his age-group teams as centre or fullback. Became a fair 2nd XV fly-half last season. This season became a good flyhalf and a good captain. 1st XV cap. 2. David Duthie: Never sure of a place in his age-group team at hooker or prop. Last season in the 2nd XV back row. Became a good prop and, in many games, the best forward. 1st XV cap. 3. John Noble: A promising threequarter at prep school; neglected at St. Peter's because he was physically a late developer. Dropped out of team Rugger, but, for love of the game, volunteered for 3rd XV or lower. His opponents discovered he had hardened up as a tackler and runner! 1st XV colours. 4. John Healey: Came to St. Peter's this season from a non-rugger school, having missed last season through illness. His game at scrum-half improved steadily. 1st XV colours. 5. Martin Gargan: Lost his place at lock at Under 15 level, and only came back last season as an unlikely-looking but effective 3rd XV fullback. This season he proved himself as a good lock, particularly in the lineout. 1st XV colours. It was decided, on balance, to award the trophy to Martin Gargan. J.P.R. SECOND XV The season started well with two comfortable wins to stabilise and prepare the side for what was to be their best match of the season, against Bradford Grammar. This narrow defeat seemed to instil even more the sense of urgency to gain a greater share of the loose ball for our competent back division to run up the points. This was amply proved pi the next two games with the opposition, though evenly matched, making the mistakes which the School were able to capitalize on and from 'second phase' play run in the tries. 59

Against Giggleswick and the King's School, Pontefract we were on the receiving end of this possession and in the dying minutes of the Pontefract match a series of missed tackles allowed a winning try to be scored against us—a dampener on the spirit and effort of a side up till then playing very well and giving one hundred per cent to their performances. Next came Ampleforth whose very capable and experienced side showed us the heights to which rugby at this level can be played. The School stuck at their task very well and under pressure at all times refused to break down, keeping the score to a respectable level and proving that their attitude and effort could be easily sustained even in a defeat of this nature. The games that followed provided good wins for the team, and their final game against Worksop College showed how the determination was still there at the last, as the School, up against very good opposition, who had the better of the game territorially, kept their heads and played the right sort of game to win in the closing stages of the match. To single out players in a team which has played so well is not easy, but some mention must go to the Captain, R. W. Egleton whose play always showed the way for others; the experience of the scrum-half G. Brown; the kicking of J. Hughes and flair of G. Tait—all of whom were awarded their colours. The following were official second team players: J. J. R. Hughes, E. M. Parkinson, P. M. Witty, D. V. Clout, S. J. Winrow-Campbell, G. W. Tait, G. B. Brown, S. W. Humphreys, S. N. Park, P. A. Leefe, R. W. Egleton, C. Hawkswell, A. H. Day, R. M. Stringer, A. J. Wright, M. E. Wilson, F. T. Abbey. J.0-B. THIRD XV The fortunes of the 3rd XV followed the usual pattern. Ably and enthusiastically led by Jon Glen, the squad trained and practised hard. Their efforts were amply rewarded by the heavy defeat of Woodhouse Grove School. At Barnard Castle against all the odds, the team showed great spirit to turn an imminent defeat into a famous victory. After a couple more less convincing wins and a hard fought draw against Giggleswick, the demands of the two senior teams increased through injuries. With its reserve of strength and speed sapped, the 3rd XV struggled bravely on but could not hold the strong opposition in the final three games. Thus ended another season of predictably varying success during which 27 boys represented the School in the 3rd XV. The following played: F. T. Abbey, R. C. Barker, D. J. Barron, C. Bean, S. D. Brown, T. J. Burdass, S. M. Burn, M. P. Caulfield, R. CollingwoodGittins, A. H. Day, H. W. P. Fisher, M. J. Glen (Capt.), S. J. Goodwin, M. Gray, P. D. Greenwood, R. A. Kaiser, P. A. Leefe, J. R. MarkwickSmith, K. S. Murray, S. N. Park, R. W. Readman, A. C. Robinson, I. A. Robinson, J. P. Ross, N. P. Shuttleworth, R. M. Stringer, M. E. Wilson. D.H. UNDER 16 COLTS XV The Senior Colts again had a fine season, nearly living up to the standard with regard to results, of the 1975 XV. Only one match was lost to a strong Ampleforth XV. The term started with the team amassing 113 points after only three matches. The match against Pocklington was expected to be 60

difficult and it certainly was; however, the School were worthy winners 9-7. The three other matches were good victories and the team never looked like being defeated again. Julian Wilson scored several good tries and was a most able captain. John Ellison and Nicholas Hare were outstanding forwards who in fact deservedly represented the 1st XV. In addition the strength of Marcus Tyson and tackling and running of Nicholas Squire meant that the team had a fine pack. In the centre Richard Pulleyn was a force to be reckoned with and he was ably partnered by Timothy Upton. Richard also kicked many fine goals. The speed of Kevin Clarkson was a feature of the team's success and he scored many excellent tries. Stephen Andrews, David Bird, Andrew Motion, David Hinchliffe, Nicholas Sanderson and Kevin Miller were a credit to the side. It was pleasing to see Kevin forsake his golf to play so wholeheartedly for the XV. Team. R. A. Kaiser, K. P. Clarkson, T. C. Upton, R. J. Pulleyn, S. J. Andrews, K. J Miller, J. P. Wilson, J. N. W. Hare, D. J. Bird, D. R. Hinchliffe, A. B. Motion, M. J. Tyson, N. M. Sanderson, N. Squire, J. F. Ellison. B.A. UNDER 15 COLTS 'A' XV In many ways the record of 13 wins in 17 matches speaks for itself. The spurt in growth of many members of the team meant that at last we were of comparable size with most of our opponents and as a result the fine attacking potential materialised. This was shown immediately by reversing last year's results against Woodhouse Grove and Barnard Castle in the first two matches. With this confidence the team went from strength to strength, showing great spirit against the strong King's School, Pontefract and coming back from 9-0 down to inflict on Durham their only defeat of the season. It was this same spirit which enabled them at last to beat, more convincingly than the score suggests, our old rivals from Hymers towards the end of the season. The attacking flair is exemplified by the fact that the back division of the captain Mike Johnston and Charlie Burdass at half-back, Nigel Chapman and Ian Hindhaugh in the centre, and Julian Guy and Nick Butterworth on the wings, between them scored 35 of the 41 tries, full back John Howie being the only one not to score. Needless to say, backs can only score if the forwards provide them with the ball—and this they did successfully. There were a number of positional changes during the season, the usual pack consisting of Cliff Irwin at hooker, ably supported by Tim Stephenson and David Gardner. Rod Craig in the second row was partnered by Jeremy Clayton or Guy Nettleton who alternated between second row and blind side wing forward, a position also occupied by James Gair and John McGrath on occasions. Ian Wilson and Paul Nichols were the regular number 8 and open side wing forward respectively. Perhaps the main weakness of the team was its tackling—shown up horribly by the powerful Bradford side. The old adage of the best form of defence is attack has been proven yet again. I.J.A. UNDER 15 COLTS S' XV The 'B' team, like the Senior one, enjoyed a good season losing only three games in all; a very surprising reversal in its second game at Hymers and defeats against the respective 'A' teams of Nunthorpe and Selby G.S. 61

We opened at Nunthorpe where the hosts suggested what we already suspected; that an 'A' XV, even a moderate one will always have a solid foundation of very talented players, often in key positions, who will prove too fast, too skilful, too strong for the average 'B' team. One try by John McGrath, who always led by example in the pack and a Mark Moodie penalty, were scant reward for a fine, good-humoured performance. To be fair, after some successes in early season training with the 'A' team, the result did give the team a sense of proportion thereafter and it began to work well in its own right. Two home wins before half-term, against Durham and Ashville restored confidence, though both of them were nail-biting affairs. Against Ashville, John McGrath's departure with a broken finger after scoring the winning try (aided by an excellent Precious conversion) was pure story-book. At Giggleswick we were clearly the better side but had to rely on three Moodie penalties, until one moment of magic from Ian Hindhaugh gave us the moral as well as the mathematical victory. Some of our best rugby was seen at Hymers and at Pocklington. In the former case the ball was given lots of air and the talents of individuals and the collective selflessness produced a fine result. The comprehensive victory there made the subsequent defeat in the second term all the more surprising. At Pocklington all played their part; I remember particularly John Cooper's realisation that he had the speed and strength to beat a defence down the middle and a faultless full-back display from Peter Burdass. My hope is that the many boys who figured in what I found a thoroughly enjoyable season will carry on to serve senior teams as well in future. A.W.R. UNDER 14 COLTS 'A' XV The Under 14 Colts consisted of the majority of last year's St. Olave's pack but virtually a completely new back division. The pack was formidable opposition which was never beaten and rarely equalled. The front row of Paul Johnson at loose head, Simon Longthorp at tight head and Jonathan Watson at hooker was extremely solid yet mobile, and coupled with the strength of the locks, Alistair Carder-Geddes and Ian Beaumont, provided a stable platform for a plentiful supply of tight ball. Simon Webb, Richard Iveson and Jonathan Brierley combined to form a mobile back row with Simon Webb producing several outstanding performances both in attack and defence. The half-backs, with Chris Stubbs captaining the side from scrum half and Stephen Kettlewell distributed the ball well. When conditions were heavy the powerful boot of Chris Stubbs provided the necessary territorial gain from which the team could attack. Richard Lister at inside centre showed an incisive, deceptive turn of speed and as the season progressed, developed a sound defence. The other centre position was shared by Anthony Pell and Richard Linton who were steady and sound in defence. Anthony Dixon on the left wing and David Noyes at full back made considerable progress during the season. and the others handled and defended well. As a back division their one drawback was lack of pace, with the exception of Andrew Kershaw on the right wing whose devastating and elusive running outpaced many opponents. The first five matches of the season were won quite comfortably. This was followed by a lethargic display at Durham where poor covering and uncharacteristically bad tackling produced the first and onlyreverse of the term. 62

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The first match of the Spring term resulted in a 4-12 defeat against an extremely good Pocklington side. This was followed by our first match against Bradford G.S. which was marred by the minute size of the pitch which cramped the play of the backs. Against Ampleforth, the side found themselves ten points down in as many minutes to an efficient Ampleforth XV. Thereafter under heavy conditions the forwards produced a notable performance of attacking play to take the game. By this stage of the season injuries coupled with illness in certain vital positions resulted in an unsettled side and, apart from a frolic in the mud at Ashville, the standard of play of the earlier part of the season was not maintained. After the completion of the inter-school matches, the season was rounded off with a side consisting of John Howie, Richard Lister, Andrew Kershaw, Chris Stubbs, Paul Johnson, Simon Webb and Richard Iveson winning the Durham School Invitation Sevens Competition on March 5th. On their way to the final the School beat Barnard Castle 28-0, Mortimer School second team 26-0, Durham 26-6, Grange School, Stockton 32-6 and Duke's School, Alnwick 14-7. In the final everyone played superbly with the tackling and covering being the outstanding features of the game against a well-equipped side from Mortimer School, Tyneside who had only conceded eight points in their previous five matches. The final score of 20-4 in no way flattered the St. Peter's side and it was a fitting end to an enjoyable and highly successful season. J.W.R.H.

UNDER 14 COLTS 'B' XV The Under 14 'Ws had a mixed season, starting off with wins against Woodhouse Grove and Silcoates. In this second match the backs produced some marvellous running play which impressed all watching. A trouncing by a much taller and heavier Nunthorpe side signified the start of a bad spell in which matches which could have been won were narrowly lost and matches which should have been won easily were nearly thrown away. The loss of confidence after the Nunthorpe match had much to do with this; the quality of ball provided by the forwards was never as good as it could have been and the backs had a tendency to kick too much. The flowing rugby seen earlier was never really utilised again until the last match, when a superb win was scored against Silcoates. Notable performers were M. Sellers, R. Broadbent—a most successful hooker and C. Hobson, whose tackling was consistently excellent. D.J.R.

THE OLD PETERITE MATCHES For probably the first time, two O.P. XV's were organised for the last Saturday of term. Unfortunately a severe frost on the previous night completely ruled out any possibility of play. Those who set off early had a wasted journey but I hope that this will not deter them from the matches on Saturday, December 17th. If we receive as enthusiastic a response as last year we should be able to field two XV's. I am confident that the sponsors of post match liquid refreshments will also willingly oblige again! Any Old Peterite wishing to play should contact either Richard Wood at "Mayfield", Stockton-on-Forest, York, Tel. York 400305 or myself at the School, Tel. York 52660. J.W.R.H.

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RESULTS FIRST XV Sat. 25th Sept. Wed. 29th Sept. Wed. 6th Oct. Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 13th Oct. Sat. 16th Oct. Wed. 20th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat. 6th Nov. Sat. 13th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Sat. 20th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov. Sat. 4th Dec. Tues. 7th Dec. Sat. 11th Dec.

Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts (home) Silcoates (away)... ... Woodhouse Grove (home) Bradford G.S. (away) ... Ashville (away) ... Denstone (home) Hymers (home) ... Giggleswick (home) ... King's Pontefract (home) Ampleforth (away) ... Barnard Castle (home) Durham (home) ... Worksop (away) ... Pocklington (home) ... Leeds G.S. (away) Old Peterites (home) ...

Wed. 29th Sept. Wed. 6th Oct. Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 13th Oct. Wed. 20th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat. 6th Nov. Sat. 13th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Sat. 20th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov. Sat. 4th Dec. Tues. 7th Dec. Sat. 11th Dec.

... Silcoates (away)... Woodhouse Grove (home) Bradford G.S. (away) ... Ashville (home) ... Hymers (home) ... Giggleswick (away) ... King's Pontefract (home) Ampleforth (home) ... Barnard Castle (home) Durham (home) ... Worksop (away) ... ... Pocklington (home) Leeds G.S. (away) ... Old Peterites (Home) ...

Wed. 6th Oct. Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 13th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Wed. 10th Nov. Sat. 13th Nov. Sat. 20th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov. Sat. 4th Dec.

Woodhouse Grove (home) Barnard Castle (away) Ashville College (away) Giggleswick (home) ... Fyling Hall 1st XV (home) Ampleforth (home) ... Fyling Hall 1st XV (away) Worksop (away) ... Pocklington (away) ...

Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 13th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat. 6th Nov. Wed. 10th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Wed. 24th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov.

Barnard Castle (home) ... Ashville (away) ... Nunthorpe (home) Pocklington (home) Ampleforth (away) Durham (away) ... Hymers (home) ... Worksop (away) ...

Result F. A. Lost 4 24 Lost 9 17 Won 10 7 Lost 6 33 Lost 12 30 9 15 Lost Won 17 14 Won 24 4 Won 10 6 Lost 12 62 ... Lost 17 22 ... Won 21 4 ... Won 18 10 ... Cancelled ... Lost 0 34 Cancelled

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SECOND XV ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

Won 38 7 Won 58 0 Lost 10 12 Won 22 12 Won 17 3 Lost 12 16 Lost 6 10 Lost 6 20 Won 25 0 Won 27 3 Won 12 10 Cancelled Cancelled Cancelled

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Won 38 4 Won 13 8 Won 3 0 Drew 10 10 Won 10 7 Lost 0 22 Lost 0 12 Lost 0 24 Cancelled

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Won Won Won Won Lost Won Won Won

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UNDER 15 COLTS "A" XV Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 13th Oct. Sat. 16th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat 6th Nov. Wed. 10th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Wed. 24th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov. Sat. 4th Dec. Wed. 26th Jan Wed. 2nd Feb. Sat. 5th Feb. Sat. 12th Feb. Sat. 16th Feb. Sat. 19th Feb.

... Woodhouse Grove (away) Barnard Castle (home) Ashville (home) ... ... Silcoates (home) ... ... Giggleswick (away) King's School, Pontefract (away) ... Ampleforth (away) ... Durham (away) Hymers College (away) ... Worksop (home) Pocklington (away) Bradford (away) Ampleforth (home) ... Stowmarket H.S. (home) Hymers College (home) ... Silcoates (away)... ... Ashville (away) ...

Wed. 6th Oct. Wed. 16th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat. 20th Nov. Wed. 24th Nov. Wed. 1st Dec. Sat. 22nd Jan. Wed. 16th Feb.

Nunthorpe G.S. 'A' XV (away) ... Ashville (home) ... Giggleswick (away) ... Durham (home) ... ... Hymers (away) ... Selby G.S. 'A' XV (home) ... Pocklington (away) Hymers (away) ...

Wed. 6th Oct. Sat. 9th Oct. Wed. 20th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Sat. 6th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Wed. 24th Nov. Sat. 27th Nov. Sat. 22nd Jan. Wed. 26th Jan. Wed. 2nd Feb. Sat. 12th Feb. Wed. 16th Feb. Sat. 19th Feb.

... Woodhouse Grove (away) ... Barnard Castle (away) Archbishop Holgate's G.S. (home) ... Silcoates (away)... King's Pontefract (away) ... Durham (away) ... Hymers (home) ... Worksop (home) Pocklington (home) ... Bradford G.S. (away) ... ... Ampleforth (home) ... Hymers (home) Silcoates (home) Ashville (away) ...

Wed. 6th Oct. Sat. 16th Oct. Wed. 3rd Nov. Wed. 10th Nov. Wed. 17th Nov. Sat. 20th Nov. Wed. 24th Nov. Wed. 1st Dec. Sat. 22nd Jan. Wed. 16th Feb.

... Woodhouse Grove (away) ... ... Silcoates (home) Nunthorpe G.S. 'A' XV (away) Fyling Hall Junior XV (home) ... ... Durham (away) Fyling Hall Junior XV (away) ... ... Hymers (home) Selby G.S. 'A' XV (home) Pocklington (home) ... Silcoates (away)...

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20 13 26 12 29 4 31 10 0 22 0 0 15 21 7 15 6

19 0 3 0 0 15 8 9 8 13 10 30 0 0 6 6 0

Lost Won Won Won Won Lost Won Lost

7 40 6 4 13 0 6 4 28 4 10 22 17 0 0 12

Won Won Won Won Won Lost Won Won Lost Won Won Lost Drew Won

24 28 68 22 26 10 30 14 4 16 18 8 10 20

14 8 0 14 0 22 6 4 12 0 10 16 10 0

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22 32 4 12 3 8 11 10 0 30

0 0 42 14 14 13 10 10 36 6

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UNDER 14 COLTS "A" XV ... ... ...

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UNDER 14 COLTS "C" XV Wed. 24th Nov. Wed. 16th Feb.

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Hymers (home) Hymers (away)

Won Lost

SUMMARY OF RESULTS, 1976-77 1st XV (Inter-School matches) ... ... ... 2nd XV... ... ... ... 3rd XV ... Under 16 Colts XV ... ••• Under 15 Colts `A' XV ... Under 15 Colts `B' XV • •• Under 14 Colts 'A' XV ••• Under 14 Colts 6B' XV ... Under 14 Colts 'C' XV

P. 13 11 8 8 17 8 14 10 2

W. 6 7 4 7 13 5 10 4 1

D. 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0

L. 7 4 3 1 4 3 3 5 1

F. 165 231 74 174 231 87 306 132 28

A. 258 93 87 37 127 86 116 145 8

INTER-HOUSE RUGBY SENIOR COMPETITION 1st Round Dronfield 3 pts.; School 40 pts. Temple W.O. v. Grove. Manor 4 pts.; Rise 7 pts. Semi-finals School 4 pts.; Temple 0 pts. Rise 0 pts.; Queen's 10 pts. Final School 0 pts.; Queen's 16 pts. JUNIOR COMPETITION 1st Round Queen's 26 pts.; Grove 0 pts. School 52 pts.; Temple 0 pts. Rise 0 pts.; Manor 0 pts. Replay — Rise 12 pts.; Manor 0 pts. Semi-finals Queen's 3 pts.; School 3 pts. Replay — Queen's 8 pts.; School 35 pts. Rise 27 pts.; Dronfield 3 pts. Final School 0 pts.; Rise 16 pts.

FIXTURES 1977 ... Headingley Colts 24th Sept. Saturday ... Silcoates School Wednesday 28th Sept. Woodhouse Grove School Wednesday 5th Oct. Bradford G.S. ... 8th Oct. Saturday Ashville College Wednesday 12th Oct. Denstone College 15th Oct. Saturday Giggleswick School Wednesday 2nd Nov. King's Pontefract 5th Nov. Saturday 12th Nov. Ampleforth College ... Saturday Wednesday 16th Nov. Barnard Castle School ... Durham School 19th Nov. Saturday ... 26th Nov. Worksop College Saturday Pocklington School 3rd Dec. Saturday Leeds G.S. 7th Dec. Wednesday Old Peterites 17th Dec. Saturday 66

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CKEY 1977 HOCKEY, The 1977 Hockey season Ill HO was one of the more successful for a number Under the enthusiastic captaincy of John Noble, the first eleven

of years. produced a number of very useful wins. It was a pleasure to see the emphasis on attack and to note that all departments of the team thought ahead to see how the next attack should develop. The team only lost very one inter-school match, against Bootham, the rest were won, some As always, however, the best displays were against more convincingly. experienced opposition and without a doubt the matches against York H.C. and the Hockey Association were our best. It would be wrong to single out individuals in a team which I shall remember as one in which everyone was part of the whole, and each individual was helping the rest. The second eleven, captained by Mark Stringer, was as always a blend of youth and experience. In a season sadly reduced by the weather they were unbeaten. The younger members gained a lot of experience and I

hope that this will stand them in good stead for next year. The colts eleven, which is slowly building a useful fixture list, was as successful as the second eleven. John Ellison and his team were undefeated and produced some fine hockey. I hope that everyone, both team players and those who were not, enjoyed their hockey, although the weather limited us greatly in the early part of the season. I hope too that many of those who have played hockey at St. Peter's will go on to join clubs and continue to enjoy the game. Finally my thanks to all my colleagues for their help and support during the season.

R.H.H.

First Eleven: York University (Away) Cancelled. Leeds Polytechnic (Home) Cancelled. Easingwold School (Away) Won 10-0. Bootham School (Away) Lost 3-0. Ashville College (Home) Won 8-0. Scarborough College (Away) Won 2-0. York H.C. (Home) Won 3-1. Pandas H.C. (Home) Lost 4-1. Styx H.C. (Home) Lost 4-1. Hockey Association (Home) Lost 3-0. Nunthorpe School (Home) Won 2-0. Worksop College (Home) Cancelled. Team: J. Noble (Capt.).* S. M. Burn,* E. M. Parkinson,* M. F. Gargan,* G. W. Tait,* D. V. Clout,* J. J. R. Hughes,* F. T. Abbey,* N. J. Radford,* J. Healey,* D. A. J. Thomas.* Second Eleven Yorkshire Volunteers (Home) Cancelled. Leeds Polytechnic (Home) Cancelled. Bootham School (Home) Won 8-1. Scarborough College (Away) Won 3-0. Welton H.C. (Home) Cancelled. Leeds G.S. (Home) Cancelled. Worksop College (Home) Cancelled. Nunthorpe School (Home) Won 7-1. Team : R. M. Stringer* (Capt.), J. R. Markwick-Smith, D. M. Caulton, R. E. Craig, T. J. Burdass, J. P. Ross,* R. Collingwood-Gittins, J. R. Ross, C. T. Anelay,* G. B. Brown, J. W. Stone.

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Bootham School (Home) Won 4-0. Welton Colts (Home) Won 8-0. Scarborough College (Away) Won 4-1. Bootham School (Away) Won 1-0. Team from: J. F. Ellison* (Capt.), M. F. Quirke, I. C. M. Rayson Rymer, R. J. Pulleyn,* R. A. Kaiser, K. P. Clarkson, K. J. Miller Wilson,* M. P. Kerr, I. A. Robinson, J. P. J. F. Abbott. * Colours.

FIRST XI MATCHES 1977 v. Easingwold (away) Won 10-0 The School got off to a good start with a new fixture after our first two matches cancelled. As the score suggests, we were i i command of the play, with the ball rarely in the opposition's half. Radford 5, Noble 3, Thomas 1, Abbey 1. v. Bootham (away) Lost 3-1 This was the first time that the back line had any pressure to with, and after the previous game it was slow and was caught unpre and the Bootham forwards slipped 3 goals past us. The solitary was from Thomas, who was unlucky not to get more. v. Ashville (home) Won 8-0 Again. the strong forward line of the side (four of which ha eleven experience last season), accompanied by a very sound half pair controlled the play and were duly rewarded with the goals. Radford 3, Thomas 2, Healey 1, Noble 1, Abbey 1. v. Scarborough (away) Won 2-0 Perhaps the best match against a school side of the season, in the apparent weak defence of the School proved otherwise and thi the deciding factor in a match in which our attack was not going a as it could have. Thomas 1, Noble I. v. York H.C. (home) Won 3-1 Our first match against a club side proved to be one in whi solid defence linked with the forwards to outplay a much mor perienced side. Thomas 2, Radford 1. v. Pandas H.C. (home) Lost 4-1 As usual, Pandas fielded a very strong and skilful side. The S played some good hockey, but were beaten by their inability to h the short corners both in attack and defence. Noble 1. v. Styx H.C. (home) Lost 3-1 Again, playing against a much older and more experienced sid School played exceptionally well, but Hughes's attempts to pu through the opposition's defence proved fruitless, and Thomas end the only scorer, with Noble missing a penalty flick. Thomas 1. 68

v. Hockey Association XI (home) Lost 3-0. Without doubt this was the best game of the season, and the opposition, who were easily the best side on our fixture list, did not run away with the game. We were helped in that game by Peter Netherwood, Bill Pickersgill and Cameron Gough and are most grateful to them for their invaluable assistance. v. Nunthorpe (home) Won 2-0 Our last game of the season was by no means our best; even so we did play well enough to beat them 2-0 with everyone playing well as individuals, but not playing as a team as we were able to do throughout the rest of the season. Thomas 2. J.N.

St. Peter's School Past and Present versus a Hockey Association XI Sunday, March 6th, 1977 As part of the 1350 celebrations a hockey match was played between St. Peter's School Past and Present and a Hockey Association Eleven. THE SCHOOL XI Cameron Gough (Leeds Corinthians, Yorkshire), Peter Netherwood (York), Edward Parkinson (St. Peter's), Julian Hughes (St. Peter's), Nick Magson (York). Gordon Tait (St. Peter's), Tim Abbey (St. Peter's), John Noble (St. Peter's), Nigel Radford (St. Peter's), John Healey (St. Peter's), David Thomas (St. Peter's). Substitutes: Martin Gargan (St. Peter's), Dominic Clout (St. Peter's). HOCKEY ASSOCIATION John Horsfall (Farsley), Tim Huzzard (Welton, Yorkshire, E. District), Philip Sharpe (Ben Rhydding, Yorkshire), David Higham (Harrogate, Yorkshire, The North), Bill Pickersgill (Norton, Durham County), Robin Ince (Welton. Staffordshire, Midlands), Derek Bellerby (York, Yorkshire, England), Paul Couttie (York, England Schools), Simon Cook (York, Wales), Steve Parker (Welton, Yorkshire E. District), Bill Cloughton (Norton, Durham County). Umpires: Gordon Gildener (Y.C.H.U.A.), Peter Shaw (N.C.H.U.A.). * * * The following report of the match appeared in the Yorkshire Evening

Press:

FINE HOCKEY IN SCHOOL DEFEAT St. Peter's School played some outstanding hockey despite going down 3-0 to a very strong Hockey Association Xl. From the start the School defence marked their opponents tightly. Although a number of short corners were conceded, stubborn covering by the boys usually prevented clear shots. Those on target were dealt with by Cameron Gough, an Old Peterite making a guest appearance in goal for the School. Gough was beaten only twice in the first half, the first a shot by Bill Pickersgill (Norton) being brilliantly saved on the line by Edward Parkinson and the second a goal-bound shot cleared by the foot of another guest player, Peter Netherwood. Simon Cook, the former Wales Inter-

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national, scored from the penalty spot. The School gave the Hockey Association. XI defence a worrying time with fast raids led by Nigel Radford and Tim Abbey. Only a full-length diving tackle by Philip Sharpe, the former North and Yorkshire player, stopped Abbey when he burst clear just before half-time when the School were unlucky to be a goal adrift. In the second half Gough was called on to make a number of saves from Cook but it was Cook who scored both goals to complete his hat trick. The first came early in the half from a short corner and the final goal was a classic. A movement at breathtaking speed saw the ball swept from defence to Bill Clough'ton on the left wing. Cloughton turned quickly, centred and Cook's shot, inches inside Gough's left-hand post, was unstoppable. A supreme move which drew long applause from the large crowd.

(Yorkshire Evening Press)

BOAT CLUB 1976-77 Christmas Term This term saw much useful maintenance and some rowing. Early on in the term—at York Sprint regatta—the Club had two wins. The previous season's Colts IV and Junior Colts IV both won their respective events. Throughout the term a small group of seniors rowed pairs and sculled in preparation for the Easter Term.

Easter Term At the start of the term it was decided not to form a 1st VIII and the seniors trained in Fours, while the Colts used Celia. The first event of the term was Durham Invitation regatta in which three Colts IVs, a Novice IV and a Junior Colts IV rowed. Two of the Colts crews came second equal. Later in the term—at the Trent Head of the River—the School was represented by the 1st IV and 2nd IV. The 1st IV beat an elite crew in winning the Pennant for the Junior Division. The Second IV, in Senior C, did not do too well against tough opposition. In the Yorkshire Head of the River, three Fours and a Colts VIII rowed. Although no pennants were won, there was some good rowing.

Summer Term During the Easter Holidays a new fine Four arrived from Cambridge Racing Boats (the home of last year's pairs). Although somewhat different from Herbert Chicken, the 1st IV soon learnt to cope with this beautiful craft, which was christened "Cindy" by Mrs. Daniel at York Summer regatta (on the occasion of the Grand Buffet Lunch at the Boathouse). One of the most memorable events of the year was the 24-Hour sponsored row organised by Mr. Macdonald, in which four Fours, an Eight and B.M. sculling took part. Altogether 132 miles were rowed and £360 was raised. At night the crews rowed through floodlit York, which proved to be an interesting experience. With the term only one week old, the row did a lot to awaken oarsmen as to their fitness. 70

As the term progressed so crews found their form. The 1st IV this season (rowing with a bowside stroke) lost in the final at Durham Wear regatta by three feet to Durham University. A week after this narrow defeat they travelled to Tees Regatta and won Senior C Fours, beating Tynemouth by 14 lengths. This win at Tees made up for their defeat in the final of the same event last year. After Tees the 1st IV rowed at Nottingham City regatta on the Holme Pierrepont course—in a race in which four of the six competitors sank owing to rough water! The regatta was eventually cancelled. After half-term and Cambridge regatta the lsts rowed at Durham again and this time won the Senior C Fours event—the Corporation Challenge Cup. Following this win the crew's status was raised to Senior B and the competition became tougher. At York they lost in the final of such an event to a strong Leeds University crew, while they also combined with the 2nd IV to lose to York City in the final of Senior B Eights. The season ended with a narrow defeat by Durham A.R.C. in the midst of A Level exams at Leeds regatta. The crew was not a sprint crew. The 2nd IV rowed Herbert Chicken this season but failed to win any Senior C events—which usually have a large number of entries and often need four or five races to win. At this level the School is competing not against its own age group but against rowing clubs throughout the country whose crews are much heavier and more experienced. The crew changed its order during the term to allow new-addition Richard Prudom to row as novice. Towards the end of the term they adopted a German bowside rig—unusual in that stroke was on bowside with 2 and 3 on strokeside behind him. With this rig they rowed at Leeds Sprint and won the Junior B event convincingly. The 3rd IV this season trained hard in Mary. At Tees regatta they won the Novice Fours event, beating the Colts 1st IV in the final. After Tees the crew did not win again but their success was at least some reward for the amount of work which went into their training. The 4th IV was a crew which enjoyed their rowing without being highly competitive. When they did race they tried hard and showed much determination—as at Bradford Invitation regatta. The Colts 1st IV showed their potential early in the season at Sheffield regatta where they came second to Becket School in a four-lane final. The crew rowed well throughout the term and were three times losing finalists. It was on the same day as Leeds Sprint that they travelled the long way to Hexham to win the Junior U-18 Fours. Other Colts crews competed throughout the season and gained valuable racing experience. The Junior Colts have shown a great deal of enthusiasm this term. At half-term the 1st IV went to Cambridge with Mr. Du Croz and rowed well to win their first race. They were beaten by a more experienced crew but enjoyed the visit made pleasant by a large contingent of Cambridge Old Peterites. who gave much discussion as to the possibility of forming O.P. crews for open regattas. The 1st crew showed their class when they won the Colts (U-16) Fours event at Leeds Sprint, beating the Colts 3rd IV in the final. Other Junior Colts crews rowed with enthusiasm this term at our own invitation regatta and particularly at Bradford. The Junior Junior Colts, having been trained in Eights, have since shown a great interest in sculling and the boats have been in great demand 71

this term. This keenness can be seen in the 17 entrants for the Junior Sculling Cup. Other small-boat interest in the Club has come from the pairs, and we are very grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Morcom for presenting a cup for a Pairs competition. This was held on a points basis this term using handicaps against the more senior oarsmen, although the event was eventually won by George Crowther and Kevin Brown. At the end of term there were the Inter-House competitions and sculling events, the results of which are as follows:— Senior House Rowing Cup — Dronfield. Junior House Rowing Cup — Queen's. Senior Sculling Cup — D. Cooper (D). Junior Sculling Cup — J. Cooper (D). Other cups presented were:— Andrew Sherris Cup for coxing — Philip Johnson. Cup for most improved oarsman — Mark Pullan. The work of Mark Pullan as boat and oar repairer extraordinaire deserves a special mention. Without his excellent work the Club would not have been able to function. Although many take the equipment for granted, its maintenance and repair are essential. I should also like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Gray, who have yet again towed our trailer throughout the season and provided us with hot tea and refreshments when it was most needed. At the end of this term Mr. and Mrs. Du Croz will be leaving. On behalf of the Club and their colleagues I should like to thank them most sincerely for all their hard work and devotion over the past six seasons. They have our very good wishes for the future. Mr. Macdonald will be taking over the responsibility of the Club next term with the help of Mr. Duncan and assisted by Mr. Daniel and Mr. Hughes. K.C.B.

Club Officers for 1977-78:— Captain

Robert Marsland

Vice-Captain Boatswain Senior Coxswain

Kenneth Murray Paul McCarter David Brooke

The winning crews were:— 1st IV

Bow M. L. M. Warne 2 P. A. Stemmler 3 G. A. Crowther Str K. C. Brown Cox P. D. Johnson

2nd IV

Bow R. Prudom/P. Morcom 2 S. Wetherell 3 D. Cooper/R. Marsland Str R. Marsland/D. Cooper Cox J. Greaves

3rd IV

Bow J. Macfarlane 2 M. Pullan 3 K. Murray

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Bow A. Leckenby 2 N. Squire 3 S. Lister Str P. McCarter Cox D. Brooke Junior Colts 1st IV Bow R. Craig 2 P. J. Drinkwater 3 C. Irwin Str J. Clayton Cox J. L. N. Greaves/J. M. G. Bulman

Colts 1st IV

CRICKET RETROSPECT The 1977 season provided ample proof of the unpredictability of cricket. The prospects for a successful year could hardly have been brighter, but things turned out very differently. Five wins, three defeats and 13 draws are not disastrous results, but they do reflect a far from outstanding season. The problems began before the season. The team was badly let down when one key player opted out, then another recovering from illness had to miss the early matches. It was in fact possible to field the full team in only three out of 21 matches and several of these were affected by bad weather. One was left with the feeling that the season had never really got off the ground. The batting had strength in depth. Eight batsmen scored over 150 runs and the team was only bowled out three times. Unfortunately until late in the season only David Riley showed the concentration to make a big score. His total of 571 runs at an average of 40.79 was a fine effort. The most improved player was John Taylor, who developed into a reliable No. 3 and played some superb innings. Richard CollingwoodGittins began to realise his potential, particularly when he opened the innings on the tour. Jonathan Glen rarely failed against the new ball, but all too often he was dismissed because of poor concentration, as were Charles Burdass. Julian Hughes and Nigel Radford, all of whom played some impressive innings. After a good season in 1976, Mark Stringer only occasionally found his best form. When in the field the team was only able to exert consistent pressure when the spinners. Gordon Tait and David Riley, were bowling together. They bowled 677 overs during the season and shared 100 wickets. Of these 63 were taken by Gordon Tait, an outstanding sustained performance. This is the highest number of wickets taken since R. P. Crawford took 77 in 1925; certainly no spin bowler has approached this figure. Despite his variety of pace and flight he bowled with great accuracy. He was well supported by David Riley, who never took the number of wickets which he deserved. The quick bowlers were disappointing. All had shown good form in the nets, but they lacked confidence in the middle and rarely made an impact. John Baggs, who came into the team mid-season, bowled with real pace and should be a threat next year, as should Chris Stubbs. who as a 14-year-old, showed considerable promise. The fielding cup was re-awarded to John Taylor. In general this was the worst fielding team to be seen at St. Peter's; at times as against Leeds G.S., when 12 catches were dropped, the standard was embarrassingly bad. One of the reasons for the poor fielding was the lack of team spirit. 73

This report would be unrealistic if I did not comment on the most significant weakness of the Xl. At a time when one sees so much illfeeling and ill-discipline on the sporting scene at a national level, it was perhaps not so surprising, though no less regrettable, that this should happen at school level. Without doubt this team fell a long way short of its predecessors in standards of behaviour and manners. This criticism does not apply to all the players, but there were several displays of bad temperament and poor sportsmanship which did nothing but harm to the name of the School and caused a great deal of embarrassment for our many supporters and for our opponents. It is to be hoped that this season's lessons have been fully appreciated and that a better atmosphere will exist next year. In contrast the 2nd XI had a splendid unbeaten season. Admirably led by Dick Taylor, the team enjoyed their cricket and reaped the reward of their enthusiastic efforts. Kevin Kerr and Neil Shuttleworth were a formidable attack and all the batsmen had their good days, notably Stephen Brown, John Ellison, Richard Readman and Dick Taylor himself. For the first time in many years there was not a regular 1st XI scorer, but I would like to thank all those who did the job, particularly Mark Anderson, who scored in all the club matches. Our thanks also to John Hall, our remarkably imperturbable and cheerful groundsman, and to Keith Mohan for his many hours of coaching and for his unwavering optimism. Our special thanks are due to the Social Committee, whose tremendous efforts have provided us with superb covers as well as some most enjoyable functions. Their continued enthusiasm is a great encouragement to the School. Finally our congratulations to David Riley, who was selected for the M.C.C. Schools Xl and for the England Young Cricketers XI, and also played for the Kent 2nd Xl. He has provided hours of enjoyment for the cricket enthusiasts of St. Peter's, and we wish him well for the future. D.K. 2nd XI *R. H. Taylor (Capt.) *S. D. Brown *J. F. Ellison *K. W. Kerr *J. R. Markwick-Smith *R. W. Readman *N. D. Shuttleworth *J. P. Wilson P. M. Johnson R. J. Pulleyn I. C. M. Rayson *—Colours

1st XI t*D. I. Riley (Capt.), 1974-75-76-77 t*G. W. Tait, 1976-77 t*J. S. Taylor, 1975-76-77 *J. H. Baggs, 1977 *C. W. Burdass, 1977 *R. Collingwood-Gittins, 1976-77 *M. J. Glen, 1975-76-77 *J. J. R. Hughes, 1977 *N. J. Radford, 1976-77 *J. P. Ross, 1977 *R. M. Stringer, 1975-76-77 f—Cap

SUMMARY OF RESULTS 1st XI Date 30th April 4th May 7th May 11th May

Opponents Sedbergh School ... Bradford G.S. Durham School

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Result Drawn Drawn Drawn Won

School Opponents 169 for 9 dec. 152 for 6 57 for 6 183 for 6 dec. 156 78 for 5 88 89 for 5

14th May 18th May 21st May 28th May 1st June 11th June 15th June 18th June 25th June 2nd July 6th July 7th July 8th JulyI 9th July I Ilth July 12th July 13th July 14th July

... Home Drawn Home Drawn Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. Home Lost ... Away Lost Giggleswick School ... Home Won The Forty Club ... ... Home Drawn Ampleforth College Craven Gentlemen C.C. ... Home Won Home Drawn ... Leeds G.S. ... Away Drawn Pocklington School Home Won Bootham School ... Home Drawn The Saints C.C. ... Away Drawn Ashville College ... Home Drawn ... Old Peterites The King's School, ... Away Drawn ... Canterbury ... Away Lost Sevenoaks School ... Sutton Valence School ... Away Drawn Trinity School, Croydon ... Away Won Worksop College ...

74 for 4 188 for 2 dec. 153 for 1 106 201 for 3 dec. 104 for 4 111 115 for 5 216 for 8 dec. 185 for 8 118 for 8 dec. 94 97 for -5 222 for 8 dec. 167 for 6 221 163 for 7 170 for 8 dec. 190 for 3 dec. 209 for 5 229 for 4 dec. 145 for 9 dec. 132 for 5 152 for 7 dec. 93 205 for 6

154 for 7 dec. 138 172 145 for 3

116 for 8 150 124 for 5 143

1st XI AVERAGES Batting No. of Innings

Not out

6 ... 20 D. I. Riley ... 1 ... 17 J. S. Taylor ... 6 ... 10 G. W. Tait ... 5 ... 18 J. J. Hughes ... 0 ... 15 ... -. M. J. Glen 2 ... 20 R. Collingwood-Gittins 5 ... 16 ... N. J. Radford 0 17 ... R. M. Stringer 2 ... 13 C. W. Burdass 3 9 ... J. F. Ellison ... 1 ... ... J. P. Ross Also batted:-J. H. Baggs 0, 1*, 16; S. D. Brown 9, 7, 2; '4 Markwick-Smith 2; K. W. Kerr 1*. '-Denotes 'not out'.

Runs

Highest Innings

Average

40.79 91* 571 23.56 54* 377 22.25 43* 89 20.97 42* 272 20.07 45 301 17.44 56 314 16.82 31 185 16.06 50 273 14.91 36* 164 9.17 22 55 5.80 6* 29 C. J. Stubbs 1*, 5, 4*; J. R.

Bowling Overs

Maidens

Runs

Wickets

Average

11.14 7 78 10 34 ... C. J. Stubbs ... 12.65 63 797 110 ... 350 G. W. Tait ... 21.43 37 793 108 ... 327 ._ I. Riley D. 26.66 6 2 160 28 ... N. J. Radford 28.70 10 287 21 ... 88.5 J. H. Baggs ... 32.09 11 58 353 ... 147.4 J. S. Taylor 32.10 10 321 18 101 ... ... J. P. Ross ... Also bowled:-M. J. Glen 1.3-0-12-1; K. W. Kerr 11-2-53-2; R. Collingwood-Gittins 12-2-38-0; J. F. Ellison 4-1-20-0; S. D. Brown 1-1-0-0; R. M. Stringer 1-0-5-0; J. I. Hughes 1-0-8-0.

2nd XI 7th May 11th May 14th May 28th May 11th June 18th June 25th June 2nd July

St. Peter's 106 (R. W. Readman 28; R. H. Taylor 33; I. Rayson 30). Bradford G.S. 98 (K. Kerr 7 for 31). St. Peter's 129 for 4 dec. (R. Readman 54). Durham 48 (K. Kerr 4 for 10; J. Baggs 4 for 14). St. Peter's 81 (R. Pulleyn 23 not out). Worksop 72 for 8 (J. Baggs 4 for 10) Giggleswick 119 (N. Shuttleworth 4 for 25). St. Peter's 120 for 5 (S. D. Brown 35; K. Kerr 26 not out). St. Peter's 20 for 2 v. Ampleforth. Match Abandoned. Leeds G.S. 149 for 3 dec. St. Peter's 144 for 8 (J. Ellison 69; R. Taylor 25). St. Peter's 154 for 3 dec. (S. D. Brown 97; J. Markwick-Smith 32). Pocklington 9 for 0 wkt. Match Abandoned. Bootham 138 for 9 (N. Shuttleworth 5 for 41; K. Kerr 3 for 39). St. Peter's 117 for 9 (R. Pulleyn 38).

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ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 30th April St. Peter's 169-9 dec., Sedbergh 152-6 Result: Drawn Put in to bat, the School made a poor start, losing three wickets for 14 runs. A recovery was led by D. I. Riley (57), who batted very well. He was supported by J. Hughes (23), J. Ellison (22) and C. Burdass (19). For Sedbergh, M. Wilson (4-52) and S. A. B. Daniels (3-53) were the most successful bowlers. Needing 170 to win, Sedbergh made a slow but sound start. Eventually the run-scoring increased and R. V. Price hit four sixes in his innings of 36. C. Thornley (70 not out) played solidly, but the other batsmen were unable to score quickly against steady bowling, particularly by G. Tait (4-44). At the end Sedbergh were 18 runs short of victory. On a cold day, the fielding of both teams was of a high standard. ST. PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 4th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 57 for 6. M.C.C. 183 for 6 dec. (D. Wilson 52). ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played away on Saturday, 7th May Result: Drawn Bradford G.S. 156, St. Peter's 78-5 On a bitterly cold day, the School drew the away match at Bradford G.S. Bradford G.S. lost an early wicket, but a good stand of 56 between P. Kellett (79) and C. Storr (21) followed. The middle order batsmen fell quickly to G. Tait (6-49) but Kellett, helped by the later batsmen, took the score to 156. Kellett was dropped four times off D. Riley (1-34 in 33 overs), but it was a skilful and invaluable innings for his team. The School's bowlers stuck to their task well, bowling 87 overs in the four-hour innings. Left with only two hours to bat, the School had little chance of winning, especially after a heavy shower of rain. D. I. Riley (33 not out) batted very well, but the match petered out into a draw. ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played away on Wednesday, 11th May Result: Won by 5 wickets Durham 88, St. Peter's 89-5 Durham batted first and made a good start. It was not until the introduction of the spin bowlers, G. Tait (4-27) and D. Riley (3-25), that the School got on top. C. J. Kingston (30) batted soundly for Durham, but the last nine wickets fell for 30 runs. R. M. Stringer (24) and J. Glen (22) gave the School a solid start, but four wickets fell quickly and it was left to J. Hughes (22 not out) to guide the School to a five wicket victory. 76

ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 14th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 145-9 dec., Worksop 74-4 The School were put in to bat and found run-scoring difficult on a slow turning wicket. The innings was held together by D. Riley (75 not out). He received sensible support from the later batsmen and was able to declare at 145-9 leaving Worksop two hours to score the runs. They were never able to achieve a satisfactory run-rate and the School did not really threaten to bowl them out. The cause was not helped by some poor catching. ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 18th May Result: Drawn York C.C. 188 for 2 dec. (R. Marchant 75, D. Tompkins 51 not out). St. Peter's 132 for 5 (J. J. R. Hughes 33 not out). ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 21st May Result: Lost by 9 wickets St. Peter's 152 for 7 dec. (D. I. Riley 60 not out). Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 153 for 1 (M. Whitehead 94 not out). ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 28th May Result: Lost by 13 runs Giggleswick 106, St. Peter's 93 Giggleswick made a good start mainly through M. Dickson who hit 40 out of the opening partnership of 44. J. Baggs then took two quick wickets in his first match for the School and the Giggleswick innings fell apart to the spin bowling of G. Tait (4-18) and D. Riley (2-27). The Giggleswick total of 106 would have been much less, had the School not dropped five catches. In reply, the School's batting was poor. Five wickets fell for only 37 runs and only J. Taylor (44) played with any confidence. His fine innings took the School to 93-7, but opening bowler G. Brakenbury (4-35) returned to take the last three wickets in five balls. The other opening bowler, P. Jackson, took 4-26 in an excellent spell. ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 1st June Result: Won by 4 wickets Forty Club 201 for 3 dec. (S. D. Brown 63, E. Martin 50). St. Peter's 205 for 6 (R. Collingwood-Gittins 56, R. M. Stringer 50). 77

ST. PETER'S v. AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 11th June Result: Drawn Ampleforth College 104 for 4. Match abandoned because of rain. ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 15th June Result: Won by 5 wickets Craven Gentlemen C.C. 111 (C. J. Stubbs 4 for 19). St. Peter's 115 for 5 (D. I. Riley 46 not out). ST. PETER'S v. LEEDS G.S. Played at home on Saturday, 18th June Result: Drawn Leeds G.S. 216-8 dec., St. Peter's 185-8 Leeds G.S. batted first and played well against some good bowling. A. Wright (52) and R. Wadkins (26) were successful openers. The middle order failed mainly to the spin of G. Tait who took 4 for 61 in 31 overs. At 131 for 7, Leeds G.S. were in trouble, but some powerful hitting by M. Cooke (44) and N. Duxbury (33 not out) took them to the formidable total of 216-8 dec. They were helped greatly throughout the innings by some appalling fielding by the School; in all, twelve catches being dropped. In reply, the School made a good effort. J. Glen (23) and J. Taylor (52) put the School in a promising position; however, the momentum was lost when three wickets fell cheaply. C. Burdass (36 not out) and N. Radford (21) played some fine shots, but the target was out of reach. For Leeds G.S., A. Dodgshon took 3 for 54. ST. PETER'S v. POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 25th June Result: Drawn Pocklington School 118 for 8 dec. (G. W. Tait 5 for 30). Match abandoned because of rain. ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 2nd July Result: Won by 5 wickets Bootham 94, St. Peter's 97-5 Bootham won the toss and made a sound start until the introduction of the spinners. Thereafter all the batsmen struggled with only M. Hyde (24) and C. Lawton (20) making double figures and the innings closed at 94. For the School G. Tait (7-39) and D. Riley (3-23) bowled excellently. In reply, the School lost an early wicket, but after some problems against the new ball M. Stringer (43) and J. Taylor (22) made the match safe. The loss of three wickets in two overs to P. Caldwell (4-19) caused some anxiety, but in the end the School won comfortably by 5 wickets. 78

ST. PETER'S v. SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 6th July Result: Drawn Saints C.C. 222 for 8 dec. (T. Copley 57). St. Peter's 167 for 6 (D. I. Riley 78). ST. PETER'S v. ASHVILLE COLLEGE Played away on Thursday, 7th July Result: Drawn Ashville College 221, St. Peter's 163-7 After a bad start, Ashville College recovered quite well mainly thanks to R. Laing (23), but the middle order collapsed against D. Riley (3-41) and G. Tait (3-58). At 90 for 8 the School was on top, but the initiative was lost as R. Whiteley (67) and D. Rock (56) added 130 in a remarkable stand. The innings closed at 221 which left the School an enormous task. The School batted quite well, but no-one built up a big innings and a draw became the inevitable result. R. Collingwood-Gittins (37) and J. Glen (30) were the top scorers, but like so many others they got themselves out through lack of concentration. ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 8th and 9th July Result: Drawn St. Peter's 170 for 8 dec. (J. Glen 45, G. Tait 43 not out, J. Taylor 37, E. M. H. Ranson 3 for 31) and 229 for 4 dec. (D. Riley 91 not out, J. Hughes 42 not out, J. Taylor 32). Old Peterites 190 for 3 dec. (D. M. Rawlings 131 not out, I. Robinson 38) and 209 for 5 (J. C. Richardson 77 not out, E. M. H. Ranson 62).

1350 TOUR OF SOUTHERN SCHOOLS ST. PETER'S v. THE KING'S SCHOOL, CANTERBURY Played away on Monday, 11th July

Result: Drawn ST. PETER'S SCHOOL J. Glen, c. Darko, b. Rahman ... S. Brown, c. Smith, b. Rahman ... J. Taylor, c. Darko, b. Rahman ... R. Collingwood-Gittins, b. Wright D. Riley, c. Darko, b. Wright ... J. Hughes, c. Elliot, b. Wright ... N. Radford, not out ... .•. C. Burdass, b. Smithers G. Tait did not bat J. Ross J. Baggs Extras Total for 7 wkts. dec.

KING'S SCHOOL, CANTERBURY Gilham, b. Tait ... Hannah, c. Hughes, b. Taylor Wright, b. Tait ... Smithers, c. Hughes, b. Tait Smith, b. Riley Rahman, b. Tait ... Breeze, not out ... Elliot, lbw, b. Riley Darko, c. Glen, b. Tait Barber. not out Snoxall did not bat Extras

7 9 33 48 10 13 10 2

...

20

Total for 8 wkts.

... 154

79

8

... 116

Fall of wkts. 1/9 2/30 3/48 4/65 5/65 6/65 7/65 8/100

Fall of wkts. 1114 2/17 3/97 4/114 5/126 6/149 7/152

9 1 36 3 6 0 18 0 25 10

Bowling Analysis Rahman Breeze Snoxall Gilham Smith Elliott Smithers Wright

0. 16 1 8 10 3 2 8.2 7

M. 6 0 3 3 1 0 0 0

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W. Baggs Taylor Ross Tait Riley

0. 8 8 4 14 10

M. 0 5 0 4 4

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5 2

St. Peter's 154-7, King's School, Canterbury 116-8 The School batted first on a beautiful pitch at Canterbury. Two early wickets fell to the very fast bowling of G. Rahman (3-40). R. Coilingwood-Gittins (48) and J. Taylor (33) batted very well and useful runs by the middle order batsmen enabled the School to declare at 154 for 7. Although the required run rate was not high, King's School found the spin bowling of G. Tait (5-41) and D. Riley (2-20) too much for them and they settled for a draw ending at 116 for 8. ST. PETER'S v. SEVENOAKS SCHOOL Played away on Tuesday, 12th July Result: Lost by 12 runs SEVENOAKS S. Prodger, b. Taylor ... C. Boon, b. Riley ... S. Ledsham, c. Stubbs, b. Tait T. Heritage, c. and b. Tait W. Stewart c. and b. Tait ... ... S. Hickey, b. Taylor K. Storey, 1.b.w., b. Tait S. Brownlow, b. Taylor ... C. Alcock, c. Baggs, b. Tait P. Colman, c. and b. Tait ... P. Russell Vick, not out ...

89 12 5 4 0 2 5 0 9 2 2 Extras 20

Baggs Stubbs Tait Riley Taylor

M.

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0 23 9 49 7 20 17 0 5 0 1 7 . 138

Total for 10 wkts.

150

Total for 10 wkts.

Fall of wkts. 1/0 2/20 3/54 4/69 5/106 6/118 7/118 8/136 9/136

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0. 3 5 26 14 9

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL M. Stringer, c. Storey, b. Prodger R. C.-Gittins, I.b.w., b. Colman C. Burdass, run out ... J. Taylor, c. Alcock, b. Prodger S. Brown, c. Hickey, b. Stewart ... D. Riley, b. Colman N. Radford, b. Prodger G. Tait, c. Stewart, b. Colman . C. Stubbs, st. Storey, b. Colman J. Ross, c. Storey, b. Prodger J. Baggs, not out ... Extras

Bowling Analysis W. Prodger 0 Stewart 0 6 Colman Alcock 1 3

0. 18.4 15 17 3

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Sevenoaks 150, St. Peter's 138 Sevenoaks batted first on a variable pitch and were indebted to a fine innings by S. Prodger (89) for their total of 150. No other batsman was at ease, indeed only one reached double figures. G. Tait (6-61) and J. Taylor (3-10) bowled well for the School. In reply, the School lost two early wickets but J. Taylor (49), supported by R. Collingwood-Gittins (23) and D. Riley (20), helped to provide a close finish. Unfortunately apart from a flurry by N. Radford (17) the later batsmen fell to the bowling of S. Prodger (4-43) and P. Colman (4-37). 80

ST. PETER'S v. SUTTON VALENCE SCHOOL Played away on Wednesday, 13th July Result: Drawn ST. PETER'S SCHOOL ... J. Glen c. Foster, D. b. Skinner R. C.-Gittins, b. Skinner M. Stringer, c. Foster, A., b. Sutherland J. Taylor, c. Benson, b. Skinner ... . 1. Hughes, b. Shaw ... D. Riley, c. Benson, b. Sutherland C. Burdass, c. Foster, D., b. Shaw S. Brown, c. and b. Shaw ... ... G. Tait, c. French, b. Shaw C. Stubbs, not out ... J. Baggs, b. Skinner Extras ...

21 24 35 0 36 0 11 2 11 4 16 12

SUTTON VALENCE ... M. Benson, c. Brown, b. Tait ... ... Skinner, I.b.w., b. Taylor J. D. Foster, c. Taylor, b. Tait .. G. Sagar, st. Burdass, b. Glen ... R. Featherston, c. Stringer, b. Stubbs ... ... R. Prophet, not out

Extras

Skinner French Featherston Shaw Wickens D. Foster Sutherland

M. 3 0 3 6 2 0 7

R. 32 17 12 49 15 9 27

21

Fall of wkts.

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25 12

... 124

Total for 5 wkts.

... 172

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...

49 4

1/35 2/64 3/69 4/104 5/124

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0. 7 6 14 1 9 3 1 1 1 0.3

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0 2 1 0 0 0 1

St. Peter's 172, Sutton Valence 124-5 The School made a useful total which lacked a really big innings. J. Hughes (36), M. Stringer (35), R. Collingwood-Gittins (24) and J. Glen (21) were the main run-scorers against a steady attack. J. Skinner (4-32) and N. Shaw (4-49) both earned their figures in long spells. In reply, a fine innings of 49 by M. Benson put Sutton Valence on top, but when the third wicket fell at 69 they surprisingly abandoned any attempt to win the match. ST. PETER'S v. TRINITY SCHOOL, CROYDON Played away on Thursday, 14th July Result: Won by 7 wickets TRINITY SCHOOL . _. N. Woodman, b. Tait R. Steadman, c. Burdass, b. Tait ... Tait l.b.w., b. D. Whitfield, N. Raisherook, l.b.w., b. Riley ... ... M. Johnson, b. Tait ... J. Woodman, 1.b.w., b. Tait ... Riley I. Roberts, 1.b.w., b. P. Smith, ct. Radford, b. Riley M. Francis, b. Tait M. Blows, not out ... J. Martin, l.b.w., b. Baggs Extras Total for 10 wkts.

ST. PETER S SCHOOL J. Glen, c. Francis, b. Roberts ... R. C.-Gittins, c. Woodman, J., b. Martin ... M. Stringer, b. Blows J. Taylor, not out ... D. Riley, not out ... J. Hughes N. Radford did not bat C. Burdass G. Tait C. Stubbs J. Baggs Extras

49 22 10 2 0 5 0 17 14 6 1 17

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... 143

Fall of wkts. 1/29 2/43 3/55

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9/137

81

17 16 14 54 37

145

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0. 8.5 5 1 26 28

M: 4 2 0 13 12

R. 16 11 7 41 51

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0. 6.2 11 6 10 4

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R. 28 37 17 30 26

W. 0 1 1 1 0

Trinity School, Croydon 143, St. Peter's 145-3 After a good opening stand of 53 between N. Woodman (49) and R. Steadman (22), wickets fell steadily to the spinners, G. Tait (6-51) and D. Riley (3-41). The School's early batsmen batted sensibly, but it was not until D. Riley (37 not out) and J. Taylor (54 not out) came together that any clear superiority was gained. Their stand of 90 provided some of the best batting of the season. ST. PETER'S PAST AND PRESENT XI v. YORKSHIRE PAST AND PRESENT XI Played at home on Sunday, 15th May Result: Drawn Yorkshire XI 266-4 dec., St. Peter's XI 126-7 The "1350" Celebrations match provided some fine cricket for good crowd. The Yorkshire XI's innings was dominated by K. Sha (168 not out). He received sound support from all the other batsmen o whom B. Leadbeater (32) was the top scorer. For the St. Peter's G. Tait (2-71) bowled with considerable promise. The St. Peter's XI were never in a position to challenge the York shire total. C. Robinson (69) batted extremely well against a steady attack, in which N. Crawford (3-21) and P. Sharpe (3-26) were the main wicket takers. Our thanks are due to Mr. Desmond Bailey for bringing such a formidable Yorkshire XI to the School.

THIRD XI "Volunteer Gentlemen Cricketers who wish to become a little more serious about the noble art"—so ran the note with five names on it of boys who wanted to play more cricket than the non-team option allowed. The Third XI exists for such people—who are not necessarily brilliant cricketers but who thoroughly enjoy the "noble art" nevertheless. This has certainly been the hallmark of the Third XI; we may not have won many matches, but we have enjoyed ourselves. This is not to say the cricket has been of a poor standard. The batting has had a tendency to be satisfied when double figures have been achieved, but the bowling has been exceptionally tight and some of the fielding excellent—it was a joy to see the first three Bishop Burton batsmen falling to catches at the wicket, second slip and gully—never easy catches at any level of cricket. My thanks to Tim Burdass for captaining the side so efficiently and enthusiastically, to the 19 gentlemen who have played their cricket in such an excellent spirit, to Clive Broadbent, our ever-present scorer, and to Mr. Hutt for arranging the fixtures. Results to date: v. Worksop (lost): Worksop 99 (Pease 6 for 25); St. Peter's 82 (Pease 29, Glaysher 19). 82

v. Nunthorpe 2nd XI (lost): Nunthorpe 89 for 8; St. Peter's 68. v. Bishop Burton College (25 overs) (won): St. Peter's 95 for 6 (Ross 35 n.o., Burdass 22); Bishop Burton 45 for 7 (Glaysher 4 for 13). v. Ampleforth: St. Peter's 41 for 4. Rain. v. Silcoates 2nd XI (draw): St. Peter's 97 (Ross 25); Silcoates 67 for 7. v. Pocklington: St. Peter's 79 (Ross 20); Pocklington 62 for 2 — Rain! I.J.A.

SENIOR COLTS CRICKET REVIEW The high standard displayed by last year's Under 14 Colts has been maintained this year and as a consequence they have recorded another undefeated season. It was unlikely that we would be blessed with another summer of hard, fast wickets. On only two occasions, against Giggleswick and Manchester Boys, were the wickets unaffected by rain and on both of these occasions batsmen were able to show their full repertoire of attacking shots, while the bowlers were able to demonstrate that a good line and length will eventually overcome even the best of batsmen. The spearheads of the bowling have been that well-known left-arm duo of Chris Stubbs and Andrew Precious. Possibly Chris's best performance of the season was at Worksop, where on an unresponsive, slow wicket he pounded down 12 overs and took 4-18 against good class batsmen who were chasing a modest score. Andrew Precious improved his bowling considerably this season and his accuracy and ability to move the ball off the wicket was excellent. He had many fine performances but his best was probably against Manchester Boys when on a good batting track he bowled 13.4 overs to take 5-16. These opening bowlers were well supported by Ian Hindhaugh and Andrew Taylor, although the latter will be remembered for several outstanding innings which included two fine half centuries. Other batsmen to shine were Stuart Prest, who opened and had to blunt the opposition's attack, and Mark Moodie. Stuart was particularly strong on the on side as was Mark, although in the latter case a "good eye" compensated for unorthodox shots over mid wicket. The same could be said of James Brown, whose attacking potential greatly exceeded his defensive ability, and Nigel Chapman, whose aggression saved the day on a sporting wicket at Durham. By contrast, the watchful defence of Peter Burdass added stability and patience to the middle order. The fielding was nearly always of a high standard, with John Dodman outstanding in the slips. "Doddy" took catches which most players would have not even touched and he also demonstrated that despite a highly unorthodox forward defence, he had the ability to score a lot of runs, as he showed against Leeds G.S. One general weakness in the batting, if one is allowed to be pernickety, was the lack of a sound bat-pad forward defence which most players need to work on during the winter since this stroke will have to be played more frequently against First XI opposition than has been necessary against less experienced bowlers who do not deviate the ball very considerably. The side was well led by Michael Johnston, who took over the captaincy from Charles Burdass, who was elevated to the First XI. Whilst Michael did not have the opportunity to bat often, his slow left arm 83

bowling was a tremendous asset even on unresponsive wickets where guile rather than spin was the foremost consideration. In the last match of the season he finished with the remarkable figures of 4 wickets for 0 runs off 1.4 overs. Since the success of this side has been due to an all-round 'team effort, mention must be made of Julian Guy and Richard Brown, who were called up to play on several occasions. Michael Johnston, Charles Burdass, Chris Stubbs and Andrew Precious were selected for the North Yorkshire Under 15 Squad, with Michael Johnston and Charles Burdass going forward to the final Yorkshire trial. School colours were awarded to Michael Johnston, Chris Stubbs, Andrew Precious and Andrew Taylor. Finally I would like to thank not only those who have played for the Senior Colts but also all the parents who have so loyally supported the teams over recent years, and have made it such an enjoyable team with which to be associated. J.W.R.H.

SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1977 Saturday, May 7th St. Peter's 121 (S. Prest 33; M. Moodie 27; I. Hindhaugh 32). Bradford G.S. 64 for 4. Wednesday, May 11th St. Peter's 79 (N. Chapman 34). Durham 50 (C. Stubbs 7-14; A. Precious 3-27). Saturday, May 14th St. Peter's 104 for 9 declared. Worksop 60 for 6 (C. Stubbs 4-18). Saturday, May 28th Giggleswick 107 (C. Stubbs 3-25; A. Precious 4-31). St. Peter's 108 for 2 (S. Prest 30; A. Taylor 53 not out). Wednesday, June 1st Manchester Boys 122 (A. Precious 5-16). St. Peter's 126 for 3 (C. Burdass 29; C. Stubbs 25 not out; A. Taylor 35). Saturday, June 11th Ampleforth 37 for 3 (C. Stubbs 3-21). Match abandoned. Wednesday, June 15th Bootham 54 (A. Precious 4-4; A. Taylor 3-13; M. Johnston 3-18). St. Peter's 55 for 2 (A. Taylor 25). Saturday, June 18th St. Peter's 161 (A. Taylor 52; J. Dodman 50). Leeds G.S. 52 (A. Precious 4-22; I. Hindhaugh 6-28). Saturday, June 25th Pocklington 148 for 9 dec. (C. Stubbs 3-53). St. Peter's 5 for 1. Match abandoned. Saturday, July 2nd St. Peter's 215 for 8 dec. (C. Stubbs 22; A. Taylor 31; M. Moodie 52; J. Dodman 27; M. Johnston 37). Oakwood 60 (A. Precious 6-19; M. Johnston 4-0). 84

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JUNIOR COLTS CRICKET St. Peter's 64. Bradford 65 for 3. Durham 97 for 8 dec. (Webb 5 for 37). St. Peter's 46 for 4 (Noyes 19 not out). St. Peter's 100 (Noyes 50). Worksop 103 for 8 (J. P. M. Taylor 3 for 22). St. Peter's 119 for 4 dec. (Wright 35 not out, Hobson 47). Hymers 120 for 2. Giggleswick 121 for 7 dec. (Wright 3 for 31). St. Peter's 91 for 4 (Webb 36, Noyes 25). Leeds 115 for 4 dec (Wright 3 for 28). St. Peter's 95 for 4 (Webb 36, Lister 20 not out). Pocklington 131 for 8 dec. (Taylor 3 for 20). St. Peter's 0 for 1. St. Peter's 120 for 6 dec. (Noyes 50, Brierley 25, Lister 19 not out). Bootham 91 for 7.

After last year's phenomenal season, many games have been spoilt or mined by this year's terrible weather. The XI has been far stronger in batting and bowling, and in the only two matches badly lost, it was physique rather than ability which won the day. Several of the batsmen have both good technique as well as a sound temperament, and will score many runs as they become stronger physically. The spin bowlers, too, show promise, and with greater accuracy and more care over field placing, should be amongst the wickets in the coming seasons.. The team basically 85

lacked a genuine fast bowler. The ground fielding was good but the catching was variable; all in all there was a general air of keenness, and I feel sure that as they progress through the School many of them will come "good" if they will continue to work at it as they have done this season. The following represented the School: D. M. Noyes (Capt.), J. N. D. Brierley, R. F. Broadbent, R. P. A. Chapman, I. D. M. Cramb, A. J. D. Eyre, A. D. Hitchenor, C. T. Hobson, P. E. Johnson, T. S. Kettlewell (W/K), R. W. Lister, R. N. J. Schofield, J. P. M. Taylor, S. W. C. Webb, E. F. J. Wright.

SHOOTING Owing to a curious double breakdown of communications, we did not enter for the B.S.S.R.A. leagues in the Winter term, as has been our custom for some years. Instead the whole term was spent on practices, mainly within the options scheme. As it happened several of the most experienced team members were engaged in other activities and did very little shooting, but some beginners made a useful start and by the end of term we were able to select three teams for the Spring Leagues. The "A" team were outclassed in their division and had no success, but "B" team tied first in their division with Stowe, having lost only one match and, appropriately, having a tie with Stowe in their particular round. The "C" team, from a weak start, improved considerably, but it was only in the last round that they had any success. There is no obvious explanation for the erratic nature of the scores, both with many individuals and with the totals: in the third round the teams totalled 1351, and in the fourth, a fortnight later, made 1391, an average of 2.6 per man better. As a result of the .22 season. minor colours were re-awarded or awarded to: J. P. J. F. Abbott, S. W. Humphreys, P. W. H. Chilman, D. M. Ellison, J. Galley, R. A. Kaiser, J. N. Denison, R. E. Craggs. The Summer term's .303 shooting suffered badly from a shortage of range allocations—five in all, quite inadequate for either building up a team or introducing the beginners to serious shooting. Use of a 30 metre range was possible once or twice a week, but after the initial stages its usefulness is very limited. As usual some Bisley practices had to be sacrificed in order that we could enter a team for the N.E. District Skill-at Arms meeting at Strensall. Even so, we were able to practise for only one of the competitions. In view of this, we did reasonably well: Section Competition: 2nd (ex 17) Snap Competition: 6th (ex 19) Team Aggregate: 3rd. The team for these events was: R. C. Barker (Capt.), J. P. J. F. Abbott, D. M. Ellison, S. W. Humphreys. Individual Championship: R. C. Barker 3rd (ex 51). Our Strensall practice on June 11th came to an early end, through some administrative mix-up in the allocation of ranges, and consequently it was a very ill-prepared team that went to the C.L.R.A. meeting at 86

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tcar on the following Saturday. Results were not above expectation: C.L.R.A. Cup 5th 438 Cadet Pair 96 5th Reserve Pair 78 6th 3rd Fletcher (Marling) 181 The C.L.R.A. team consisted of : R. C. Barker (Capt.), R. A. Kaiser, S. W. Humphreys, J. P. J. F. Abbott, D. M. Ellison, M. C. J. Sunley, N. J. Jemmett and J. Galley. In view of the shortage of practice, and the fact that, presumably I because of the small numbers in the C.C.F., not enough good shots have emerged from recent intakes to the rifle club, it was felt that a truly representative team could not be found for the N.R.A. meeting at Bisley and accordingly it was decided not to enter. St. Peter's is not alone in finding itself in this position: Bisley entries have fallen from over one hundred to 65 in the last few years. The fundamental situation is this: the "Ashburton" and other major competitions are regarded by all as inter-school competitions, but only members and certain ex-members of the C.C.F. are eligible; if therefore a C.C.F., for whatever reason, ceases to be representative of its school, attendance at Bisley is more likely to do harm than good to that school's reputation. Internal competitions were won as follows: Inter-House team (.22) — Queen's. House Aggregate (Classification) — Queen's. Individual Classification — P. W. H. Chilman. Recruit Cup — J. R. M. Hewitt. Green Howard Cup (.303 Championship) — R. C. Barker and M. C. J. Sunley. Donegall Badge — R. C. Barker. English XX Jewel — M. C. J. Sunley. L.C. Le T.

SWIMMING This year the School had a young swimming team, the Seniors being entirely absent of Middle Sixth formers and only having three regular members of Lower Sixth, the rest being made up from the fifth year. This makes the forecast for next year very promising. The match record for this season, however, was not all that successful, with the full team winning only one match against Ampleforth. The Colts team was quite successful throughout the season, however. They qualified for the finals in both the freestyle and medley of the John Parry relays. The team also retained the Rose Bowl at the York Schools' swimming competition. Mike Johnston came first in the 50 yards Under 15 butterfly with a time of 29.8 secs., and Ian Hindhaugh came first in the 50 yards Under 15 with a time of 25.5 seconds. New records were set up this year by: Nigel Denison in the Senior 50 yards freestyle with a time of 24.5 secs; Roddy Turner broke the Senior 100 yards breaststroke with a time of 1.13.8 secs; Mike Johnston broke the Under 15 50 yards butterfly record with a time of 28.8 secs; Ian Hindhaugh set a new Under 15 50 yards freestyle record with a time of 25.2 secs. 87

Mention must be made of Kevin Clarkson and Paul Greenwood, who are promising members of the team. Thanks must go to Mr. John Owen-Barnett for carrying on where Mr. Tiffany left off. Martin Gray was a promising member of the club and his fitness training up and down the London underground escalators will always be remembered. Next year, when our swimmers "come of age" could well be a vintage year for us, and we look forward to it along with the repair and modernisation of the swimming pool. J.N.D.

INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING GALA This year the inter-house gala provided us with a very fine competition, keenly contested, with the race for first place being settled only at the last event of the day. Some performances of note were by the Captain of swimming, Nigel Denison with a record time in the 50 yards front crawl of 24.5 with other records falling to School House seniors and Queen's House seniors in the two relays. A full list of results is as follows:— Individual Medley 50 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breaststroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Backstroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

UNDER 14 GROUP C. Stubbs (D) C. Stubbs (D) I. D. M. Cramb (Q) C. Stubbs (D) C. Stubbs (D) School House School House

1.20.1 secs 29.8 40.4 33.8 33.9 1. 4.7 54.4

Individual Medley 50 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breaststroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Backstroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

UNDER 15 GROUP M. Johnston (Q) I. Hindhaugh (SH) P. Greenwood (SH) M. Johnston (Q) I. Hindhaugh (SH) Queen's Queen's

1. 8.0 25.4 35.6 30.0* — 30.6 1. 1.4 52.2.

SENIOR AGE GROUP R. Turner (Q) N. Denison (SH) K. Clarkson (M) R. Turner (Q) M. Burn (SH) N. Denison (Q) N. Shuttleworth (R) M. Gray (SH) Queen's School House

1. 8.4 24.5* 59.5 33.1 79.3 28.0 31.2 1.15.2 54.0* 48.2*

Individual Medley 50 yds Freestyle 100 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breaststroke 100 yds Breaststroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Backstoke 100 yds Backstoke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay * New School Record. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th

FINAL SCORE Queens 109 points School 981 points Rise 49-i points Dronfield 47 points Manor 33i points Temple 12-i points Grove 11 points 88

INTER-HOUSE STANDARDS — RESULTS IHRD FORMS

No. of Total Points boys tested Average Position

Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

244 245 334 327 353 470 371

12 10 13 12 12 15 13

20.3 24.5 25.7 27.2 29.4 31.3 28.8

7 6 5 4 2 1 3

FOURTH FORMS Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

367 390 270 290 320 296 288

15 17 13 13 13 12 16

24.4 23. 20.7 22.3 24.6 24.6 18.0

3 4 6 5 1= 1= 7

FIFTH FORMS Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

197 154 272 245 276 176 158

10 9 11 13 10 9 9

19.7 17.1 24.7 18.8 27.6 19.5 17.5

3 7 2 5 1 4 6

The following boys scored over 40 points in their age groups:— THIRD FORMS I. Beaumont, School House, 44 points A. W. Blacker, Queen's, 41 points I. D. M. Cramb, Queen's, 42 points A. J. Dixon, Queen's, 40 points M. Gee, Rise, 40 points R. B. Hall, Rise, 43 points R. Iveson, School House, 45 points B. J. I. Jones, Temple, 42 points A. P. Nodder, School House, 41 points M. I. Sellers, Grove, 40 points C. R. Walker, Dronfield, 42 points FOURTH FORMS J. E. A. Brown, Queen's 40 points M. Johnston, Queen's, 40 points I. Hindhaugh, School House, 43 points FIFTH FORMS K. Clarkson, Manor, 44 points P. D. Greenwood, School House, 41 points R. Pulleyn, Manor, 41 points N. Shuttleworth, Rise, 44 points M. Tyson, Rise, 43 points 89

TOTALS AND RESULTS Dronfield Grove Manor Queen's Rise School House Temple

Total points 808 789 876 862 949 942 817

No. of boys tested 37 36 37 38 35 36 38

Average 21.8 21.9 23.6 22.6 27.1 26.1 21.5

Position 6 5 3 4 1 2 7

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WATER POLO The beginning of the season was not a very impressive start, as we had to re-arrange the team, having lost six people from the previous year's to and with a distinct lack of enthusiasm for fitness training. As the season progressed results improved as people settled down in their new positions, especially at U15 level under the guidance of M. Johnston. RESULTS Bradford G.S.

Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors Seniors Juniors

Lost Lost Won Won Lost Lost Won Won Drew Won

5-6 4-11 10-0 10-413 2-3 3-7 5-4 10-0 2-2 10-0

York U17 Champs. Ampleforth 'B' Final v. Scarborough S.C. Seniors Moston Brook Juniors

Won Lost Lost Won

5-0 1-3 2-6 4-7

Bootham Rishworth Ampleforth Bradford G.S.

The highlight of this year was the England School's District finals, in which the Senior and Junior teams reached the finals, where they were beaten by Bradford G.S. 5-7 and by Brooksbank 4-9 respectively, with Ian Hindhaugh emerging as top goal scorer of the competition. Everyone was pleased to receive a medal for being runners-up, especially our new goalies—E. Parkinson and M. Burn, for whom it was their first match in goal and both made some amazing scores! This year we only visited Scarborough Swimming Club once, and lost 5-1 in the Seniors and 3-7 in the Juniors, having won at home the week before, 10-3 and 7-4. Despite this result everyone had an enjoyable day. Towards the end of the season great improvements were seen in several players, including D. Fallow, C. Irwin and J. McCarter in defence, and M. Johnston and A. Kershaw in midfield. The senior team was strengthened with the return of S. Temple after a year's absence, and with the arrival of Roddy Turner. 90

Next year's season looks very promising as none of the team is leaving and more interest has been created in the lower part of the school, thanks to our coach Mr. Owen-Barnett. This year there was no Junior Inter-house competition, but the finals of the Senior competition saw a close match between School House and The Rise, with The Rise winning 4-3 after 10 minutes of ova time. M.G.

TENNIS In many ways this has been a very good season for the tennis club. We had more players than ever before—a total of 68—and managed to attract a sizeable number away from cricket. There seems to be a promising future for the club, with the resurgence of interest for the game in the School, especially if more youngsters can be encouraged to start and be trained as soon as they come into the School. In terms of results for the School teams, the season held mixed fortunes. The 1st VI started off with a resounding victory over Archbishop Holgate's but never managed to keep up this early success. Graham Village and Dave Barron, playing more attacking tennis than last season, produced some fine results—including a draw against a county pair from Ashville. However, they seldom managed to summon up enough enthusiasm to defeat vastly inferior pairs, and consequently dropped crucial games. Nick Brown and Des Clout were amongst the converts from cricket, and ended the season by taking more points than any others. Their style of play caused problems for all opponents, and they too achieved a draw against a county pair at Hymers. The third pair was, perhaps, our weakest link. Jon Dryland and John Healey both had great style and flair, but their tendency to go for the more flamboyant shots often let them down. John Lethem played consistently well throughout the season, and added stability to the third pair whenever he played. Elsewhere there were more encouraging results. The 2nd VI lost only two matches, and were a very formidable side. Rod Barron—who is still eligible to play for the Under 17s—and Martin Gargan played convincingly all season, and were backed up by good performances from John Greaves, Steve Temple, Adrian Wright, and Richard Hepworth. Victories were recorded against Archbishop Holgate's, Worksop, Pocklington and Bootham. The Under 17s, who play in a local league, had a good season, finishing in the top 3 of the table. Rod Barron and Mark Blackburn were too strong for most opponents, in singles and doubles, and there were some promising matches played by the younger members, Graham Cole, Ian Hindhaugh and Ian Wilson. The House Senior Cup was won, for the second year, by Queen's and the Ladies doubles final was won by Grove. Thanks from the whole club go to Gina Huntington, who once again came in to give the invaluable coaching necessary if a high standard of tennis is to be maintained in the School. Most of all, thanks are due to Mr. Butler and Mr. Hirst, who worked patiently and tirelessly throughout the season, organising the normal games programme and matches, driving teams to away games, and helping with coaching at all levels. 91

There only remains to wish next year's team good luck, and to hope that the club's undoubted strength in depth can be transferred to the major teams. A.G.V.

FENCING This has been a most interesting season. The Public Schools' results were good in the Senior Foil. Gordon Tait reached the final with ease and was runner-up in the final pool. Stephen Winrow-Campbell fenced well in the foil and reached the semi-final of the sabre. Our juniors were on form and Andrew Johnson and Christopher Bird reached the semi-finals. Jonathan Moore was out in the quarter finals— this was an excellent result. The entries for this junior foil were 157. Very good fencers are coming to us from St. Olave's this year and fencing is going strong. Our Old Peterites are doing well. Simon Atkinson, Cambridge Blue; David Spencer an International Pentathlete; Midshipman Paul Green, R.N., was mounted champion-at-arms (Under 20). As you can see, fencing is a good activity after school. We would like to thank all parents and friends for their wonderful help. P.F.P.

TABLE TENNIS This has been a season in which the School enjoyed success at the local level. One match was drawn but all the others were won convincingly except that against Park Grove School, York, where after a hard struggle, St. Peter's emerged as the North Yorkshire representative (under 16 competition) in the area finals. Two more hurdles had to be surmounted if the team was to reach the national final, but the first of these, held at Moor Grange School, Leeds, proved beyond them, as they were outclassed by West Yorkshire and Humberside representatives. Although the standard has risen considerably, it is still some way below that of the best school teams engaged in national competitions. Those who represented the School in these matches were chosen from:— M. S. D. Blackburn H. R. B. Pease M. A. Raheem (Captain) S. M. Dixon T. J. Casling The School has recently acquired two fast playing tables used in the recent world table tennis championships at Birmingham. It is hoped that these will help to raise the standard of play. Next season it is expected that both under 16 and under 19 teams will be involved. P.L.H. 92

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RIDING For the first time there was a competition between Queen Margaret's Escrick and St. Peter's. We were delighted that our team won the cup. The competition took the form of a mini One-Day Event: Dressage, testing the skill of the rider, and accuracy, suppleness and obedience of the horse: Show Jumping, and the Cross Country course which tests fitness and courage of horse and rider. The British Horse Society Test No. 6 was used and the Judge was Mrs. Rosemary Miens, a B.H.S. List 6 Judge. Louise Stansfield, our captain, rode an excellent Dressage test, a clear round Show Jumping and clear Cross Country but for one fall. Falls are heavily penalised, and it must be said that Louise was riding the most difficult horse, who dropped a Shoulder when she was not expecting it. Dominic Johnson rode an exceptional Dressage test, with 20 faults Show Jumping and 10 Cross Country. Simon Shiletto had a tough time in his Dressage test, but rode a beautiful clear round Show Jumping and Cross Country. This was well ridden on a strong horse and a real test of courage. Louise Adams distinguished herself by being first over all in all three disciplines. Her enormously improved riding was helped by a well-schooled horse. S.K-W.

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Joint Holders: Manor and Queen's School Pts. DronAw'd field Grove Manor Queen's Rise House Temple 20 20 Senior Rugger 10 10 Junior Rugger 20 20 Senior Cricket 10 10 Junior Cricket 20 20 Senior Rowing 10 10 Junior Rowing 15 15 Athletics Sports 15 Athletics Standards 15 10 10 Cross Country 10 10 Junior Long Run 15 15 Swimming Sports Swimming 10 10 Standards 15 15 Tennis 15 15 Shooting (Team) 15 15 Squash 15 15 Fencing 50 20 125 10 20 225

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HOUSE NOTES DRONFIELD Autumn

The House welcomed all the new boys including Bob Biddle, who had come over from America for one year to join the Middle Sixth. Brian Kay gained a scholarship to America for nine months with the English Speaking Union—the first member of Dronfield ever to gain such an award. The term got off to a warm start with the hobbies room catching fire; some of the Sixth Form were thankfully on hand to put the fire out. Luckily for everybody the School's printing equipment was not badly damaged. The sporting year started on a high note. The House, led by Mark Allen, gave an excellent all-round display of athletics on Sports Day— Stuart Prest being specially commended. Rugby was soon upon us under the leadership of Simon Park, who played for the School First XV: we turned out to play a strong School House side; they were not severely stretched though, and we went down 40-3. For weeks behind the scenes members of the Sixth Form were preparing for the first House Entertainments competition; the Dronfield performance started poorly, with the near traditional "Yellow Rose of Texas" being sung by various members of the House and led by Patrick Crowley. This was followed by "Room to Move", starring Brian Kay. Peter Hyett, Mark Allen, Simon Park and Paul Rushbrooke. The audience, although baffled when the mimed set was short circuited by mistake, were nevertheless kept awake by this exceptionally original effort. Easter

We welcomed Zorul Albakri into the Lower Sixth from Malaya, where they take their 0 levels a term later than we do. The term's sport was soon under way with the Juniors winning their first round squash match, under the leadership of Stuart Prest, against Temple. Unfortunately we lost in the next round to the eventual winners. The chess players, led by James Ross, fought gallantly against Temple House, but we proceeded no further than round one! After a bye in the first round of the Senior Squash House matches our team, (led by the School's Nos. 1 and 3, beat Manor 3-2. In the final, thinking the first two strings were "safe", we met Temple; unable to win at 3, 4 or 5 the team then crumpled to a 5-0 defeat—nevertheless a fine effort to get to the final. Bob Biddle, our keen American runner, took charge of the running, and although we only came fifth on the day, it was not due to lack of effort in practising. The Juniors, a few days later, ran to a disappointing seventh. The swimmers, under the experienced web of John Taylor, took to the water with great heart and we came fourth in what has been One of our weaker sports since we last won the cup in 1965. During the term there had been an inter-house five-a-side football tournament in which Dronfield were prominent. The Sixth Form team at one stage had a 94

record of P11, W10, DI, Points 21. Unfortunately, with the Sir Matt Busby Trophy won, we slipped up in our last match to record our first defeat of the whole tournament. Our thanks go to Pete Hyett and the supporters club, who turned out in numbers for all our games. Summer More or less as soon as we came back from the Easter break cricket was upon us. Dronfield, with players from the First, Second, Third and many younger XIs, got a bye in the first round. In the second round we only just beat School House, who nearly brought off a surprise win over our much fancied team. In the final, about halfway through a rather cold Summer term, we met Temple. Dronfield batted first and we scored 118 off our 36 overs. Temple, at one stage 30 for 5, fought back and eventually needed two runs off their last ball. Even with the support of the whole of Dronfield there was nothing we could do to stave off their fine comeback, and they did, in fact, gain the necessary two runs. A disappointing result, but taken in our notably fine spirit. Our strong Junior side, led by Chris Stubbs, who plays for the First XI at only 15, won their first round match against Queen's. In the Tennis house matches we lost in a close game against Grove House; we did commendably well though, as only one member of the House plays tennis full-time. George Crowther rowed for the School's 1st IV and led the House to victory in the Senior Rowing. In addition David Cooper won the Senior Sculling Cup and Jonathan Cooper the Junior. Congratulations to Deb Pal for gaining the top boarding scholarship for his excellent work, also to Paul Aagaard who was awarded a Bursary for his efforts and talents in the field of music. During the term Mr. Coulthard unhappily had to spend several weeks in hospital following an ear operation, but we are all sure he'll soon be back among us and send him our best wishes. Even though Mr. Coulthard has been sadly missed, Dronfield has continued to run as smoothly and happily as usual, thanks to a combined effort from all the boys and Mrs. Coulthard and Mr. Hughes. We would all like to thank the many members of staff who have so willingly stepped in to look after us—we enjoyed having them in Dronfield and appreciated their help. Those of us who are leaving thank our excellent cleaning staff and Mrs. Irving for their care of us and our belongings over the last five years. The House thanks all the Monitors for their help and wishes them well in the future. C.T.B. GROVE Autumn We welcomed Mr. Butler as Assistant Housemaster. Again our team performance on Sports Day left something to be desired. However, there were individual performances worthy of mention, namely Jeremy Markwick-Smith winning the intermediate high-jump and Alistair Robinson coming second in the Senior high-jump. Several members of the House represented the School in rugby teams including John Noble First XV, Geoff Brown and Sandy Day Second XV; Jeremy Markwick-Smith, Alistair Robinson, Sandy Day, Charles Butterworth, James Gair, and David Gardner also played. 95

The Grove had a strong representation in the School play, with Richard Bronk and Sandy Day playing leading parts. The House also provided a very polished performance of "The Sting" for the House Entertainments Evening; we would like to thank particularly Ian Wiggle, who organised the musicians. In another sphere of School life John Spence was the major force in the revival of the Motor Enthusiasts Club. Academically the House shows signs of improvement, especially in the lower years of the House, who came an easy second in the Work Cup with their nearest rivals 280 points behind. Easter

On their return from the holidays Geoff Brown and Alistair Robinson were enrolled as School Monitors; Rupert Brown distinguished himself by coming first in the Fourth Form General Knowledge competition. For the first time in a few years the Grove put on a House play, skilfully produced by Sandy Day, and starring Richard Bronk, Geoff Brown and Zoe Jackson. John Noble captained the School hockey team, the House also being represented by Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Geoff Brown in the Second XI and Michael Kerr in the Colts XI. The Junior House Rugby team, captained by David Gardner, put up a brave fight, going down 21-0 to Queen's. The Long Run results were, on the whole, disappointing, but again individual performances are worthy of note; John Noble seventh and Michael Kerr thirteenth in the Senior event, David Kaner third and Jonathan Wright eleventh in the Junior Long Run. Similarly in the House Squash and Water Polo competitions we failed to get the results, but individuals, namely Graham Cole and Jonathan Wright in the Squash and James Bell and Mark Caulfield in the Water Polo all gave very pleasing performances. In the Swimming Sports Matthew Sellers came third in the Under-14 freestyle and David Kaner second in the Under-15 medley and third in the backstroke. Perhaps the biggest disappointment of the term was when the House Table Tennis team lost to Temple in the final of the House Competition for a second time. Summer We had very few representatives in cricket teams this year. Jeremy Markwick-Smith, who played for the Second XI, proved to be a very good captain for the House, and although the day was lost to a strong School House side, he performed well, taking three wickets. Despite reaching only a small total, the Junior Cricket XI lost only narrowly to School House by two wickets, Jonathan Wright batting throughout most of our innings. Martin Jesper and David Cuckston bowled well. Graham Village was appointed captain of School Tennis, and Graham Cole, Mark Blackburn and Tim Casling represented the Under-17 VI. The House Tennis Team of the three above plus Richard Morris did well to reach the final, losing to a strong Queen's team. Academically this was a very rewarding term with Michael Kerr sharing the Sixth Form scholarships, and Jeremy Markwick-Smith winning an Army scholarship. John Abbott also did very well to get to the final of the scholarship, although he failed to be awarded one at the end of it all. 96

We were delighted with Christopher Bronk's and Jeremy MarkwickSmith's efforts in the music competition, and they won the string and woodwind sections respectively. For a third time this year, the actors in the House gave performances to remember, with Sandy Day and Richard Bronk in the production Of Mice and Men and James Hewitt and Christopher Bronk in Albert's Bridge. James Hewitt is also to be congratulated for being awarded the cup for best C.C.F. recruit in shooting. In the House Boating competition the Junior Four of Christopher Bronk, David Gardner, David Kaner and Matthew Sellers with Philip Burton as cox rowed well to lose by a few inches to Rise. Finally then, as everyone knows, the Grove becomes solely a day-boy house next term, and therefore the Middle VI would like to thank Mrs. Richardson for looking after us, Mrs. Perry, Mrs. Wrigglesworth and Mr. Elliott for cleaning up after us, and lastly Mr. and Mrs. Allen for all their help and understanding which they have offered us and we hope that they will be as happy in the future as we have been in the past few years. J.N. I would like to thank the departing Middle Sixth Monitors for helping to make the two years living in the Grove so pleasant for my family and me. B.A.

MANOR Autumn After everybody had overcome the immediate and perennial problems associated with getting to know 14 new boys, the House settled down to the more serious and threatening danger posed by Athletics Standards! Three weeks of this culminated in a position of fourth equal for the House on Sports Day. But if that doesn't seem too thrilling, individual performances certainly were. By the end of the day, Kevin Clarkson had become utterly predictable, having broken records in the 100m, 200m, 400m, and sharing first place with his team mates in the Intermediate Relay of 400m. On the previous day Dick Taylor ran excellently in the 3000m.—a new race. He was at the fore again in the 1500m, while Chris Harland ran well in the 800m. Besides these and others, the captain excelled himself in amongst the spectators! What of indoor sport? Well, Dick Taylor featured rather strongly in his Table Tennis Competition—by winning. Just for the record, the League Chart was drawn by Nigon, for those who know him. Mr. Shuttleworth might have won, but dropped out—at the semi-final! A revised version of the Singing Competition was held this year, in the form of the House Entertainments Evening. Though the author made a fool of himself as "compere", everyone was loudly applauded. A special mention should go to the "Hole-in-the-Curtain-Gang" which brought the jokers out of Steve Bruce-Jones, Chris Harland, Dick Taylor, Andy Holmes, Johnny Kneeshaw, Ken Murray and Dave Caulton. 97

One of the most—if not the most—successful events this term was the Grand Auction, Christmas Stalls and Wine and Cheese Evening, organised by Mrs. Shuttleworth. This was not strictly a Manor House-organised event, but a full report by Steve Bruce-Jones can be found elsewhere in this issue. One of the last events of the term was a traditional House Party. When first approached, many of the boys were dimly suspicious, having never been in a House Party before. The evening, however, was a very great success, giving everyone, from the Juniors to the Middle and Upper Sixth the chance to laugh and be laughed at. Finally, we said goodbye to Chris Harland and Steve Bruce-Jones, who were both awaiting the results of their "Oxbridge" exams. On the last morning Mr. Shuttleworth announced that Dick Taylor was to be Head of House as from the Easter Term. House colours were awarded to Bob Stringer, Mike Christelow and Dick Taylor. M.M.C.

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The term started with Mike Christelow being appointed Head of School and Dick Taylor took over as Head of House; both Mark Stringer and Charles Anelay were made School Monitors. The beginning of term equally heralded the arrival from New Guinea of Rick Prudom, who has settled in well and is proving a great asset to the House. As far as sport was concerned we came close to winning several events but never actually made it. Both Junior and Senior Cross-Country teams came second; Dick Taylor ran well to come third in the Senior event, and Paul Nichols and Larry Nettleton came fifth and seventh respectively in the Junior run. My thanks also to all those who put so much effort into training for this event. The Junior Squash team reached the final but succumbed to the strength of the Rise opposition, with only Chris Lister managing to win his match. The Junior rugger team took the eventual winners, Rise, to a replay in the first round with both matches proving to be closely fought contests, the second match being decided on penalties rather than ties. On a more individual level Paddy Smith must be congratulated on the completion of his Duke of Edinburgh gold award scheme, Andrew Holmes for attaining his teacher's Certificate for Life-Saving, and Tim Coleman, Joe Boyd and Simon Webb for gaining their Bronze Medallion Life-Saving Awards under a strict set of judges. Our thanks are due to Mrs. Shuttleworth, who kindly organised two events which were very much appreciated by the boys. The Pancake Evening produced a great deal of amusement and the decided lack of pancakes ending up in the pan reflected a sad state of cooking ability within the House! The football match against the Deaf School of St. John's, although unfortunately abandoned directly after half-time due to a severe hailstorm, was thoroughly enjoyed by all those who took part. Finally Paul Nichols, Justin McCarter, Larry Nettleton, Andy Taylor and Chris Lister must all be congratulated on being awarded their Junior House Colours. R.H.T. 98

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Summer The first Senior House cricket match occurred in the second week of the term. Although we lost to Queen's it was a very close and exciting match, and the result was in doubt until the last ball. Scores: Queen's 178, Manor 177! On the other hand, the Junior House XI succeeded in winning their cup. Receiving a bye in the first round, they beat Dronfield in the second. Manor batted first and scored 120 (A. J. Taylor 62, S. W. C. Webb 20) and then bowled out Dronfield for 106 (Taylor 4 for 33 and Webb 4 for 20. In the final, against School House, we had a hattrick against us in the first over, were 0 for 3, 5 for 4, 7 for 5 and eventually made 39, thanks to C. M. P. Lister (12) and EXTRAS (7)! When we bowled we gave away 9 in the first over, 5 in the second, and so lulled the opposition into a false sense of security that they were all out for 38, after being 15 for 1 and 25 for 3! A famous victory had been achieved, and superb team spirit had triumphed, thanks mainly to Andy Taylor, who captained the side and took 6 for 16. S. W. C. Webb was awarded his Junior House Colours at the end of term. Following the successes of last term, Andy Holmes and Ken Murray got the following through the Bronze Life-Saving exam: C. M. P. Lister, J. R. J. McCarter, S. N. Dee, C. G. L. Hancock, J. R. Holden and R. S. P. Listen. They themselves were awarded their Teaching Certificates. The House gained outstanding successes in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme; Gold: M. M. Christelow, A. Holmes, J. A. Kneeshaw and P. J. P. Smith; Silver: W. N. B. Mortimer, T. J. Raylor and N. G. Townsend; Bronze: I. G. Anderson, R. N. Bowles, J. M. Boyd, J. M. G. Bulman, A. J. Collinson and I. R. M. McLeigh. Other successes were amongst the prize-winners. Mike Christelow shared the Richard Atkinson Memorial Prize for contributions to School Drama, this prize being presented for the first time this year. A. J. Collinson shared the prize for Brass Instruments, A. J. Taylor won a form prize, and last but by no means least, K. Clarkson won a senior scholarship for his academic as well as his sporting activities. Academically the House has worked very hard this term, especially those for "0" and "A" levels, and the Quiet Room has been in constant use. R.H.T. The House has not had a vintage year for cups as it had last year, nevertheless it has been a happy year, in which individuals have made their mark, and the occasional team event has shown that the House spirit is very much alive. We extend to all those who are leaving, in particular Mike Christelow and Dick Taylor, the two Heads of House during the year, our thanks and our best wishes for the future. G.M.S.

QUEEN'S Autumn At the beginning of the term Queen's welcomed three girls into the House, perhaps the most significant event at the School since G. Fawkes, O.P., almost left his mark on James I, and we hope that Louise Adams, Susan Elston and Louise Stansfield enjoyed their first term here, which 99

would certainly seem apparent from the way they have been involved in House and School activities. With the Head of House absent for the first three weeks, a great many thanks must go to the two School Monitors, Howard Gatiss and Julian Turner and the House Monitors, Tim Abbey, Dave Barron, Dominic Clout, Mike Dixon, Martin Gargan, Phil Johnson and Mike Willetts for ensuring that the year began smoothly. The sporting scene began with the traditional exploits on the Athletics track, and Tim Abbey and Mike Willetts must be congratulated on the way they managed to persuade virtually everyone to try and gain a few points, and this excellent effort from very limited opportunities because of the weather brought the Standards Cup to Queen's. On sports Day itself Queen's were very narrowly beaten into second place by a very strong Temple team, the result finally being swung by a disqualification in a Relay. However, this does not detract from some fine individual performances, notably Mike Willetts winning the 400 metres, Rod Craig the Junior Long Jump with a new record, and the achievements of Tim Abbey and Kevin Miller in the distance events, the latter taking a clean sweep in the Intermediate 800m, 1500m, and 3,000m. After the Athletics the House exchanged its sports kit for the more genteel and cultural attire of the House Musical Entertainment. A special mention must be made here of Howard Gatiss, who has been in or behind virtually everything throughout the School and has always produced a success, indeed it has seemed in recent years as if the House Singing was his own one-man show. This year Queen's produced several entertainments, varying from Howard's classical piano, ably supported by his choristers, through Peter Fender's determined violin playing in somewhat unhelpful conditions—a bucket of water being tipped on his head, and the country yokels from the Senior Middles, to the guest appearance of the Senior part of the House as the Bay City Rollers, whose instant appeal and success can be judged from the fact that the audience were screaming "We want the Rollers" before the first note had even been sung! The whole evening illustrated once more the willingness of so many in the House to participate in many different events and their efforts to make them a success. Whilst major events in the House came and went, the game of darts built up an enthusiasm bordering almost on fanaticism from some members. Many an unsuspecting passer-by was seen to stop in his tracks at the cries of "Bonny Arrows", "Hard wire" and other such terminology imported from certain establishments round the town. This term an Inter-House Darts Tournament was organised for the first time and Queen's managed three wins from their first five matches, losing narrowly to Rise and Manor. Within the House two tournaments were played. In the first Dominic Clout combined steady scoring with deadly finishing to take the trophy, beating Martin Gargan 3-0 in the final, and Nick Brown carried off the second competition, a triumph for his own organisation, since as well as the two darts competitions he also organised a Table Tennis tournament which was won by Mark Moodie, with Nick Adams as runner-up. Julian Turner was appointed captain of Senior House Rugby and waved his magic wand to give Queen's a bye into the semi-final, where they met a young, but strong Rise team and, despite a catalogue of mistakes, finally ran out winners 10 0 with tries by Mike Willetts and Julian , Turner. In the final Queen's confirmed their standing as We-match 100

favourites by producing some excellent rugby for a House to beat School House 16-0, with Julian Turner, Roddy Turner and Nick Squire scoring tries and Julian Hughes kicking the goals. For his captaincy and many other contributions to House and School life Julian Turner was awarded his Senior House Colours. Outside the House Nigel Denison, Martin Gargan and Mike Willetts were awarded First XV colours, and Roddy Turner was awarded his cap; in addition Martin and Roddy were selected for Yorkshire Under-19 trials. John Lethem was awarded his Squash colours and Richard Craig played very successfully for the School Chess team. In the School production of Henry IV, Part I, we saw excellent performances from Louise Adams, Martin Gargan and Louise Stansfield, while many others helped in smaller roles and backstage. At the end of term Queen's said goodbye to its four Oxbridge candidates, Howard Gatiss, Stuart Newstead, Steve Tatterton and Julian Turner. The House will be a poorer place without their many and diverse skills. and we send all our congratulations to them for gaining Oxford and Cambridge places, as well as our best wishes for the future. A.S.N. Easter The term began with Tim Abbey being appointed as Head of House and Martin Gargan as a School Monitor. The term was plagued with bad weather and resulted in a hectic last fortnight, but a fortnight which proved to be very successful for the House. In the Cross-Country both Senior and Junior teams put in a lot of hard effort and were rewarded with victories in both teams. David Thomas had a brilliant run and took first place, thus winning the Goodburn Cup. He was supported by some good efforts from Kevin Miller and Tim Abbey. The team captain, Nick Brown, must be mentioned for all the hard work which he contributed in organising and running both teams. In the Junior event a splendid effort was made by everyone, and as much by those weaker members who came in lower down the line as by those in the top positions. Andrew Johnson is to be commended on a very determined effort which resulted in a neck and neck first place finish, though unfortunately he was beaten into second place. James Brown and David Miller also made good runs and the efforts of the two teams resulted in two astounding wins. The Squash team had a dramatic win over Dronfield in the final. Dronfield seemed to be the favourites with the School's number one and three seeds, but not to be discouraged by this John Lethem, the captain, and his team of Jonathan Dryland, Kevin Miller, Mike Thornham and Roddy Turner played some dynamic squash and scored a 5-0 win. The swimming took place the next day and once more through some very hard and determined efforts, victory was gained. Nigel Denison captained the team and set a good example in his fine efforts by setting a new School record in one event. The relay team also set a new School record. Though the whole team made their contributions a special mention should also be made of Roddy Turner, Mike Johnston, James Brown and Ian Cramb. Richard Kaiser led the Shooting team and through consistent high scores he and his men retained the Shooting cup. Some fine efforts were 101

also made in the Junior Rugby and Junior Squash events, though were without success. Outside the House events many members of the House contributed to School teams, notably the First XI Hockey team, which read very much like the House list with no less than six members in the team, these being Tim Abbey, Des Clout, Martin Gargan, Julian Hughes, Gordon Tait and Dave Thomas, and all gained their colours. John Lethem, Jonathan Dryland and Kevin Miller represented the School in the Squash team and were awarded their colours. Tim Abbey and Nigel Denison are to be congratulated on the award of their Senior House colours.

Summer On the cricket field we were without success. In the Senior competition we reached the semi-final but were beaten by Temple. Gordon Tait led the team and displayed some fine bowling skills and Julian Hughes made a destructive 95 in the first round. The Junior team also showed great enthusiasm but were defeated in the early rounds. The Tennis team was of great strength, with five members of the House all playing in the First VI. David Barron led the team and along with Nick Brown, Des Clout and Jon Dryland displayed useful tennis skills in retaining the trophy. Dave Barron, Nick Brown and Des Clout were awarded their School colours. The girls seemed to have settled into the House and the School and Louise Stansfield and Louise Adams should be congratulated on their successes in the School's horse-riding team. The overall picture of the last three terms is one of great success and emphasises the tremendous effort and spirit which there has been within the House for the last year. The convincing style in which the Oxford Cup was retained is in itself a fine reflection on all members of the House. F.T.A.

THE RISE Autumn Term At the start of the term the House welcomed Mr. Bruce Macdonald as an Assistant Housemaster, and Richard Egleton, who had returned to take Oxbridge exams, was appointed Head of House. Kevin Brown was appointed Captain of School Rowing. Will Adler was Captain of House Athletics. In the Standards the Rise came first of the boarding houses. On Sports Day, the Rise came 3rd equal. Richard Egleton captained the Senior House Rugger team. Despite having only five sixth-formers in the team, the Rise had a good win over the Manor in the first round and put up a very creditable performance before losing to a strong Queen's team. David Duthie was awarded his 1st XV Colours and Cap, Richard Egleton captained the 2nd XV and John Ellison, Marcus Tyson and Julian Wilson were awarded Colts Colours. David Duthie and John Ellison were awarded their Senior House Colours. 102

At the end of term we bade farewell to Mr. Macdonald and to Richard Egleton. We wish both the best of luck. Easter Term

The term began with the great news that Richard Egleton had been accepted to study Law at Oxford University. The School welcomed back Mr. Bulcock from his year in New Zealand and he replaced Mr. Macdonald in the Rise. David Duthie was appointed Head of House. Tim Burdass captained a young 5-a-side soccer team, which did very well in the inter-house competition. Charles Burdass was the captain of the Junior House XV, which despite a sluggish first round match against the Manor, which had to be replayed after a scoreless draw, went on to beat School House convincingly in the final. Kevin Brown was Captain of House Cross-country, but neither team was successful although there were several good individual performances, notably by John Ellison (Senior) and Peter Burdass (Junior). The House had a good win in the Junior House Squash competition, where Peter Burdass led a powerful team. Perhaps the most commendable victory for the House came in the Water-polo competition. The team, which included many younger members of the House and was captained with tremendous enthusiasm and confidence by Marcus Tyson, won the cup after great wins over the very strong teams of Queen's and School House. The House also showed its all-round ability and spirit by winning the Swimming Standards Cup. At the end of a very successful term, Junior House Colours were awarded to Peter Burdass, Jeremy Clayton, Clifford Irwin, John McGrath and Tim Stephenson. Summer Term John Baggs captained the House Cricket XI which lost narrowly to the eventual winners, Temple. The Junior House XI suffered a similar fate. In the School teams, John Baggs and Charles Burdass were awarded their 1st XI Colours, and John Ellison, who played in the 1st XI for much of the season, Neil Shuttleworth and Julian Wilson were awarded 2nd XI Colours. On the last day of term our oarsmen came close to success. The House IV and scullers Kevin Brown and Jonathan Drinkwater reached their respective finals, but unfortunately all lost at this stage despite great efforts. We wish luck to all our leavers and hope that our exam. candidates have been successful, particularly the tremendously industrious fifthformers. D.R.D. SCHOOL HOUSE Autumn School Appointments: Martin Gray was appointed Captain of Water Polo, and Richard Barker Captain of Shooting. Congratulations to both of them. 103

In a new style Athletics Standards Competition the House managed a creditable second place with good all-round effort. There were many promising performances on Sports Day, in which we were placed fifth, notably Richard Iveson and the Junior Relay Team (Andrew Kershaw, Ian Hindhaugh, Graham Thornberry and Richard Iveson) who broke School records. A rare appearance (a slightly exaggerated comment on the programme) was made in the House Entertainments. Jon Glen, James Larcombe, David and Andrew Reed combined to form a quartet of guitarists, highlighted by their rendering of the Geordie folk song, "The Lambton Worm", accompanied by raucous singing from the audience. Thanks to Mr. Macdonald for help with problems of pronunciation. The House reached the final of the Senior Rugby Competition, ably led by Philip Stemmler. We overcame Dronfield 40-3 in the first round. A more difficult match against Temple confronted the team, who won through a nail-biting game with a try from Nick Glaysher to win 4-0. Unfortunately, Nick was not available for the final and we went down to a strong Queen's team 16-0. The younger members of the side, and Mark Pullan, our only non-team member, playing on the blind side (in more ways than one) distinguished themselves. Nick Glaysher was awarded his First XV cap; Phil Stemmler, Nigel Radford and John Healey their First XV colours; and Stuart Andrews, David Bird and David Hinchliffe their Colts colours. Other team players: Edward Parkinson (Second XV); Martin Gray, Jon Glen, Steve Brown, Richard Barker, Simon Goodwin (Third XV); Nigel Chapman, Ian Hindhaugh (Under-15 A); Richard Iveson, Ian Beaumont, Andrew Kershaw (Under-14 A); Richard Linton, J. Roberts-Pratt (Under-14 B). Paul Greenwood, remarkably, played for three teams: Third XV, Under-16 and Under-15 A. Phil Stemmler was made a School Monitor after half-term. James Larcombe was re-awarded his Squash colours. In a new Competition for Speech, Tony Miller won the Junior section. New introductions to the House were the Bar Billiards table and a darts board, both of which proved to be immensely popular. Malcolm Warne, Ian Goodwin, Tony Miller and Jon Glen were involved in the School play, Henry IV, and Mr. Macdonald was in charge of the lighting. James Larcombe was awarded his Senior House colours. I should like to thank all the members of the House for their help and co-operation, and I wish them all the best for the future. J.H.L. Easter

At the beginning of this term we received the good news of Malcolm Warne's appointment as School Monitor and the addition of Andrew Nodder as a new boy. Phil Stemmler was appointed Head of House. At the end of this term Simon Braime left us, and we wish him the best of luck in the future. The highlight of this term came to the Senior part of the House with the production of the two plays: The 'Ole in the Road and Top 104

Table. Here a lot of hard work and time was put into the performances,

particularly by our Assistant Housemaster, Mr. Macdonald, who directed and produced both the plays. We would also like to thank him for taking Jonathan Glen's part at such short notice owing to Jon's absence with glandular fever. Special thanks must also go to the casts who had various accents to imitate. Mark Pullan's Russian was exceptional! In the Inter-House swimming competition we were very unfortunate in that we lost the cup to Queen's by only a few points. Had our Junior relay team not been disqualified we would almost certainly have won the cup. One point to mention is that our Senior House relay team of N. Radford, P. Stemmler, I. Hindhaugh and M. Gray came first in their event, breaking a School record. On the whole, Martin Gray, the House swimming captain, led a strong and very enthusiastic team. Also to Martin's credit was the way in which he captained the water-polo team which lost narrowly in a good final against Rise 3-4 after extra time. Congratulations should also be given to M. J. Burn, E. Parkinson, E. Lumb, A. Kershaw, G. Thornberry, D. Fallow and L. McDonald who, with M. Gray and I. Hindhaugh, all represented the School in the England Schools' Waterpolo Nationals. The team fought hard but lost in the final. The House's swimming standard overall is very high and the Junior section of the House is very strong. M. Gray received his water polo colours and swimming colours. I. Hindhaugh was awarded swimming colours also. Hockey colours were re-awarded to E. Parkinson and for the first time to J. Healey. In the Senior Cross-Country our captain, Richard Barker, came second, followed by Tim Linton sixth and Stewart Andrews tenth. In the Junior Long Run the House's efforts were good but rewarded only with P. Moayyedi coming in ninth, R. Linton thirteenth and R. Sharp fifteenth. Junior House Rugby—here a very young team with seven "Juniors" in the side was ably led by Paul Greenwood but lost to a bigger and older Rise team in the final. Unfortunately no details are available on House Squash but our captain, Nick Glaysher, assures me that we were narrowly beaten in both Junior and Senior finals. Bar Billiards is a sport that has developed a large following in 'the House and saw sizeable entries for both Junior and Senior competitions. In the Junior division Mark Bunney won. The Senior division had a particularly large entry including Mr. Craine and Mr. Macdonald. The Housemaster lost in the early rounds but our Assistant made his way to the final, where he lost narrowly to S. Buckle. House Darts again gave us an incredible display of skill. In the Junior division I. Hindhaugh won, beating H. Baton in the final—Ian's second year of success. The Senior Darts was won by Mark Pullan, who beat Richard Barker in the final. Although Mark arranged the draws, he assures us that his victory was fair, i.e. not fixed. Thanks, Mark. House Table Tennis competitions were begun, but due to table demolition by certain members of the House, they were never completed. In the Five-a-Side Football League the House entered a squad of ten. The two captains, Ian Goodwin and J. Glen (Jonathan stepped down re. his illness) led the team valiantly but to their lowest ever position. The team failed to live up to their promised form of 1976, despite regular practices. 105

Summer

The Summer term, always noted for its full academic programme of "0" and "A" levels, still managed to provide time for the various extracurricular activities available in and around the School. N. Radford, J. Glen and S. Brown all played for the First XI, Steven on fewer occasions than the others. He received his Second XI colours while Nigel and Jon were re-awarded their Firsts. J. Healey and N. Glaysher gained their Third XI colours: I. Hindhaugh, N. Chapman and R. Brown were members of the Under-15s, and 1. Beaumont, R. Chapman, D. Fallow and L. McDonald played for the Under-14s. In the Inter-House Cricket, the Senior team won their first round with Grove but lost narrowly to a very strong Dronfield team. In the Junior competition we reached the final after two very close early round matches. The deciding match against Manor was yet another exciting spectacle but School lost by two runs. On the river P. Stemmler and M. Warne rowed in the First IV, M. Pullan in the Third IV, and four members of the Intermediates made up the entire Colts Third IV. In the Inter-House Rowing we were beaten in the first round of the Senior competition due to a combination of mechanical failure and bad luck. In the Junior Fours event we reached the semi-finals but lost to a strong Queen's crew by only three feet. Minor Shooting colours were awarded to Edward Craggs, who was a star member of the House team that came third equal in the I-H competition. Richard Barker, who shot regularly for the School team, succeeded in retaining the .303 Individual Shoot Cup. He was also awarded the Donegan. Badge, while P. Stemmler and W. Warne were awarded their First VIII colours. Mark Pullan was awarded the Most Improved Oarsman Cup—a very fine effort. The following are to be congratulated on attaining their Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award: S. Andrews, S. Buckle, M. Buckley and A. J. Miller. The following were successful at Bronze level: D. J. Bird, G. Bramley, R. Barrett, R. Brown, D. Fallow and I. Hindhaugh. It has been a busy term academically with G.C.E. exams coming over a long stretch of time. We look forward to some good results. Congratulations to Lindsay McDonald, who won the IIIC Form Prize. House colours were awarded to S. Andrews, P. Greenwood, T. Linton, R. Sharp and J. Storey. Senior House colours went to: J. Glen, M. Pullan, N. Radford, P. Stemmler and M. Warne. At the end of every year there are many goodbyes to say. This term these go not only to leavers in the Middle Sixth and Fifth Form as well as J. Roberts-Pratt after one year, but also to our Assistant Housemaster, Mr. Brian Macdonald. In saying goodbye to Mr. Macdonald we wish him well in the future—although he has left the House we shall no doubt still see him taking part in many activities in the School. We would all like to congratulate him on his marriage in July and wish him every happiness. We would like to thank Mr. Craine, Mr. Macdonald and Mrs. Wilson and her staff for all the hard work they have all done through the year in keeping School House running steadily. Lastly I would like to thank all the House Monitors for all their energetic work and unfailing support. The Lower Sixth have also contributed greatly to the work required in running the House, and John Healey 106

has been chosen as Head for next year. In closing I would like to wish him and all in the House good luck for the years to come. P.A.S.

TEMPLE Autumn This term has been one of the most fruitful for a long time, for Temple, with many successes both in our traditional hunting-groundthat of work—and the sporting field. The term opened with the news that G. C. Pattie had obtained three As at "A" level—and thus had satisfied the conditions for entry to Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. Congratulations also to P. W. S. De Silva, who gained 11 A passes at "0" level this summer. As a result of their grades, five other boys decided to stay on and take the "Oxbridge" exams in November. Our number of prizewinners this year was remarkable: on Speech Day, out of 57 prizes given 22 went to Temple boys; of the five prizes for general knowledge, only one was not won by a boy from our House. Four members of the House—A. D. M. BarreII, S. J. Shilleto, P. W. S. De Silva and C. J. Hirst obtained two prizes each, and as a final honour, we regained our rightful place as winners of the Work Cup for the previous academic year. After the speeches of the morning, the athletics competition took place. Although we were defending holders of the Athletics Shield, many thought that our team was weaker than last year's, but in the Senior 3000m and the Junior 1500m, held before Sports Day itself, we had already recorded two wins, by C. J. Hirst and A. B. Tuck respectively. Our performance on the track and field produced a fine crop of results. J. A. Wiseman (Seniors) was found to have surprising talent for Shot Put. He won this, together with his main event, the High Jump. A. B. Tuck (Juniors) added the scalp of the 800m to his wins, and came second in the 400m, also J. N. W. Hare (Intermediates) won the Discus, and was second in the Shot by a small margin. S. J. Winrow-Campbell, as expected, was victorious in the sprints: the 100m and 200m were won with ease, and to complete a set of Temple individuals' wins in all Senior track events except the 400m, the 1500m and 800m were taken by C. J. Hirst. Finally, with the last event—the Senior Relay—to come, the winner—Temple or Queen's—would be decided in this race. Our relay team of K. W. Kerr, C. P. Johnson. C. N. A. Greaves and S. J. Winrow-Campbell proved too strong for Queen's and we took first place, to retain the overall trophy for the second year running. This term's Rugby has been no disappointment. In the House competition, our first-round opponents, Grove, withdrew, obviously recognising the strength of our Senior team. The second round brought us up against a determined School House side. It was a close match, eventually decided by a single try by N. J. Glaysher of School House. Temple players twice actually had possession over their opponents' try-line, but the final touchdown of the ball did not succeed. Our team—which included only two non-School team players—was bitterly disappointed with this narrow defeat and we wish the side better luck next year. Temple furnished the School First Team with many players: D. I. Riley (School Captain), R. F. Hart, K. W. Kerr, J. P. Morcom, J. N. W. Hare and C. P. Johnson 107

appeared regularly. S. W. Humphreys, C. Hawkswell (Second XV), S. M. Burn, M. E. Wilson (Third XV), I. A. Robinson (Under-16), I. G. Wilson, D. M. Noyes (Under-15), A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, J. R. Fan -ow, J. F. Watson (Under-14) also represented the School on the rugby pitch. Members of the House also took part in numerous other sports: S. M. Dixon, M. A. Raheem and H. R. B. Pease provided the backbone of the School Table-Tennis team, and obtained fine wins over players many years older than themselves. The House Darts team of R. F. Hart, T. C. Nichols, D. I. Riley, J. A. Wiseman, C. Hawkswell and K. W. Kerr produced a 100% record of wins in the two matches played; A. B. Tuck and H. R. B. Pease played regularly for the School Under-15 and Under16 Squash teams. On the non-sporting side, the House produced a short musical interlude for the "House Entertainments" evening. Fifteen Sixth-Formers made admirable "refuse disposal operatives" who sang about their father, and a complete foil was provided by S. B. Irons's elegant piano playing. The thespian talents of P. S. Lancaster ("Earl of Westmoreland"), S. B. Irons ("Owen Glendwr"), the type-cast S. M. Burn ("Falstaff"), and the inept J. A. Johnson ("Francis") were well displayed in the School production of Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part I. A term of the greatest participation by many members of the House, in all manner of activities. C.J.H.

Easter At the start of term J. R. A. Greaves was appointed Head of House with D. I. Riley as a School Monitor. It is in an academic, rather than a sporting sense, that members of the House have excelled this term. We begin by congratulating our successful Oxbridge candidates. C. I. Hirst gained an Open Exhibition in Natural Sciences at St. John's College, Cambridge; Alan Heavens, doing fourth term entry, was awarded a place at Churchill College to read Natural Sciences, and C. G. A. Morcom at Worcester College, Oxford to read Geology. In School, P. W. S. De Silva won the Senior General Knowledge Prize. We won the Inter-House Chess competition, beating Queen's in the final; we were ably led by A. F. Heavens, who also won the House tournament, which he organised. He, and P. W. S. De Silva also played for the School team. Temple's performances in less sedentary sports were rather varied. Although A. B. Tuck won the Junior Event, the Cross-Country events weren't our best. The same could be said of the Squash and Swimming. In Junior Rugby, too, success eluded us, and we lost heavily in the first round to a physically larger School House team. In the Five-a-Side Football Competition, our team, captained by J. A. Wiseman, finished a strong second and M. A. Raheem's Table-Tennis team retained the trophy, outclassing Grove to achieve this. The riflemen came a creditable second in their event, S. J. Winrow-Campbell was the captain, and he also represented the School, as did P. W. H. Chilman. S. M. Burn was a stolid First XI goalkeeper, and I. A. Robinson played for the Colts Hockey team. A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, J. D. F. Watson, and I. G. Wilson played for School Rugby teams, and we also had a number of oarsmen in School boats, S. C. Wetherell, J. R. Macfarlane, and J. P. Morcom. Other notable sportsmen were K. W. Kerr108

School Basketball and Water Polo, P. W. S. De Silva, R. I. Hepworth, and C. P. Johnson—Badminton for the School, and the fencers, S. J. Winrow-Campbell and J. A. Johnson, who both fenced for Yorkshire Schools. J.R.A.G. Summer

This term has been one of our most successful in recent years, in both sports and academic matters. The highlight was the triumph in the Senior House Cricket Competition for the first time since 1970. The team started by defeating Rise in the first round by two runs. Temple made 101 runs (Riley 33, Dixon 19, Nichols 14), Rise 99 (Riley 5 for 18). The second round was against Queen's; Temple scored 148-8 (Riley 81) and then proceeded to bowl Queen's all out for 105. Riley again took five wickets. The Final between Temple and Dronfield was very close. Dronfield made 118-7 off 36 overs and Temple 119-8, needing eight runs off the last over. The crucial part was the stand of 92 between Riley (66 not out) and Dodman (28). They took the score from 24 for 5 to 116 for 6. In the Junior Competition D. M. Noyes and his team beat the Rise by four wickets (J. R. Dodman 88, D. M. Noyes 32 and 6 for 21) in the first round. In the semi-final there was an exciting finish; the team made 94 and School House hesitated on that total for a couple of overs with eight wickets down before scoring the winning run. The team fielded very well and held some good catches. The House Fencing team, captained by S. J. Winrow-Campbell, won the Inter-House Competition, and the captain, J. A. Johnson, A. D. M. Barrell, and J. E. Moore also fenced for St. Peter's. The House Tennis team (captain J. A. Wiseman) reached their semi-final; J. R. A. Greaves, R. I. Hepworth, and I. G. Wilson also played tennis for the School. We had many other representatives in School teams: D. I. Riley First XI Captain; K. W .Kerr Second XI; A. F. Heavens, P. T. Gittins, N. J. W. Hare, H. R. B. Pease all Third XI; and J. R. Dodman, A. B. Tuck, D. M. Noyes, R. P. Jemmett, J. D. F. Watson, P. F. Johnson and A. J. D. Eyre Junior XIs. S. C. Wetherell, J. P. Morcom and J. R. Macfarlane rowed for School Fours and S. J. Winrow-Campbell and S. W. Humphreys shot for the School. K. W. Kerr played Water Polo for St. Peter's. Temple was well represented in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, with R. F. Hart, A. F. Heavens, C. N. A. Greaves, P. S. Lancaster, and J. R. A. Greaves completing their Gold Awards. Our academic achievements included the following Prize-winners: A. F. Heavens (Maths, Physics), J. R. A. Greaves (Chemistry), P. W. S. De Silva (Russian General Knowledge, French Essay), C. N. A. Greaves (Geography), P. S. Lancaster (Essay and Poetry), A. Jackson (Handicrafts), A. D. M. Barrell and D. M. Noyes (both Latin), C. W. A. Ashurst (Essay); and form prizes were awarded to A. D. M. Barrell, S. J. Shilleto and J. C. Neal. All of this adds up to splendid achievements by many boys. Many more should copy their example. My thanks are given to the Monitors: D. I. Riley, C. N. A. Greaves, R. F. Hart, I. P. B. Pease and S. J. Winrow-Campbell for helping to run the House. J.R.A.G. 109

CAMBRIDGE LETTER May Week, 1977 The intrepid band of Old Peterites in Cambridge, who over the past two years have built up a strong fellowship, again report the more memorable of their doings. Over half of us have been involved with rowing but other activities have been infinitely varied. Angus Bowie (Temple, 1962-67), our longest standing member, entertained several of us with his Faculty lectures on obscene Greek iambics. He made his last resident appearance at an O.P. party in March, as he leaves his Research Fellowship in Emmanuel for a lectureship at Liverpool University. There he joins the tireless archivist Andrew George (Temple, 1967-72), who graduated from Trinity last year but returned on 5th November to commemorate Guy Fawkes's exploits, fireworks at Corpus attracting some attention from the Dean. Also graduates, Steve Coverdale (Queen's, 1967-72) and John Mitchell (Temple, 1967-72) have just completed the LL.B. degree. Steve's all Blue career in Emmanuel and University sports has continued unabated, and we send our best wishes to him and Jane for their marriage in July. After the end of the football season, John joined the rowing fraternity. He organised Corpus IVth Boat and helped it to two bumps in the Mays, in spite of heavy demands made on his time by the ballrooms of Cambridge. Left over from last year as a 4th year undergraduate, Richard Sharpe (Temple, 1967-72) achieved more success in Trinity's IVth May Boat than in the IVth Lent Boat, and has recently rowed the Marathon to Ely and back. He has just published his first book, Raasay: a Study in Island History, and his vast thesis for the Anglo-Saxon Tripos has convinced the examiners that in future a word limit is essential. Of the 3rd year, Dick Harland (Manor, 1968-73) has had a successful year in Natural Sciences and in Clare College J.C.R. and soccer squad. Simon Atkinson (Temple, 1968-73) has studied psychology and social sciences at Pembroke, with whose 2nd May Boat he went down three places. Phil Challis (School House, 1968-73) rowed for Trinity Hall 1st Lent and May Boats and has been successful enough in talking to and tending his plants to be invited back for three years research into rogue sugar-beet. Paul Withers (Rise, 1969-74) has spent an exhausting 2nd year in Trinity. Our most distinguished oarsman for many years, Paul's frightening training schedule culminated in a fine performance at no. 6 in the victorious Goldie, and he also did lots of sums for his supervisors and still sings deafeningly. The host of several excellent lunches and dinners in St. John's, Chris Smith (Queen's, 1969-74) has been much in demand as a coach for Girton Boat Club. His fluent jive has won him a tap on the shoulder and the chance of University honours. Also a rowing coach, James Harrison (Queen's, 1969-74), classicist and expert in sleepdom, has been one of the most powerful members of Corpus 1st Boat and 1st XV pack. His sporadic conflict with the porters, mentioned last year, has threatened to escalate into all-out war with the Dean. Ian Heavens, reading Maths in Clare, has been converted from Scottish and Newcastle to Greene King and regularly makes appreciative appearances in the better-equipped college bars, while also being an active member of the notorious Clare-Homerton Badminton Club and 110

cox of Clare 3rd May Boat. Also in his first year at Cambridge, Paul Townsend (Manor, 1968-73) left Reading with a First last year and is now doing a Ph.D. in the Architecture Faculty and plays hockey for Christ's. Others around of whom we may report include Andrew Riley, a former member of Staff, now lecturing at Homerton, who unfortunately is often too busy to join us these days. Tim Stephenson (Dronfield, 1970-75) is in his second year reading medicine, medicine and more medicine at Caius. The Beck brothers, former Olavites David and Aidan, are still in Cambridge. David, a graduate of Pembroke, is with the City Police and Aidan is an undergraduate at the same college and rowed for their strong IVth May Boat. We look forward next year to having Chris Atkinson (School House, 1967-72) back from Siberia to complete his degree in Russian at Caius, and to Guy Shuttleworth's company during the Lent Term as Schoolmaster Fellow at Magdalene. Old Peterite numbers at Cambridge will increase next year since there are only three leavers and more than twice as many recruits. To those leaving, Simon Atkinson, Steve Coverdale and John Mitchell, we wish the best of luck, and assure those coming up in October of a warm welcome. There is no formal O.P. dinner in Cambridge, but we do meet every few weeks to enjoy each other's hospitality. The high point of this year was the party in St. John's after Cambridge Regatta, when we were very pleased to have with us David Hughes and the two School crews and a number of non-Cambridge O.P.s, parents and friends. May we emphasise, finally, that Peterites past and present are always very welcome at our informal gatherings in college dining-halls and bars. The Cambridge Old Peterites.

OLD PETERITE NEWS The Old Peterite Club's 86th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on 9th July. J. A. Denison, G. E. L. Graham, R. F. Harding, L. C. Le Tocq, E. M. H. Ranson and J. C. Richardson were elected to serve on the General Committee. It was announced that the East Riding dinner would be held on 26th May, 1978 at the Highfield Country Club, Driffield. Appreciation was expressed to the Headmaster for the Reunion Day for Old Peterites who had been at the School between 1945 and 1950 and for the May Ball; it was felt that both functions had been very successful. The School v. Old Peterites Rugger match will be played on Saturday. 17th December. That evening there will be a Dance held at the School, run by the School Cricket Club. 111

LONDON OLD PETERITE SOCIAL EVENING As no dinner had been arranged, a social evening was organised the Pill Box, Westminster Bridge Road. A private bar was run by Manager, P. M. Emsley (O.P.) and the enjoyable party was attended 38 Old Peterites.

OLD PETERITE CLUB OFFICERS President: F. N. Newdick, "Talgarth", 134 York Road, Haxby, Y Hon. Secretary: D. Kirby, The Rise, 41 Clifton, York. Hon. Treasurer: J. E. Moore, "Mylncroft", 1 Mylnhurst R Sheffield. District Hon.Secretaries: London: P. M. Emsley, The Pill Box, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1. West Riding: M. A. Butterworth, 9 Station Road, Upper Poppleton York. North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, Netherby House, 15 Upper Dicconson Street, Wigan, Lancs. North East: D. L. Brown, 40 Carmel Road South, Darlington. East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, "Greystones", Garton, Driffield. York: J. C. M. Rayson, 2 St. Olave's Road, Clifton, York. Birmingham: M. Hollway, P.O. Box 34, 63 Colmore Row, Binning ham 3.

THE OLD PETERITE WEST RIDING DINNER The West Riding Dinner was held at the Barn Inn, Cowthorpe, on 2nd November, 1976. Those present were: The President and Mrs. Newdick Mr. and Mrs. D. Kirby The Headmaster Dr. and Mrs. G. F. B. Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. J. Barker Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Moore Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Barrett Mr. R. W. Miers and guest Mr. and Mrs. M. Butterworth Mr. P. Newdick and guest Mr. and Mrs. R. Clemons Mr. C. W. Thompson and guest Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Kent

OLD PETERITE CLUB ANNUAL DINNER The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 9th July, 1977 in the School Dining Hall. The toast of "The School" was proposed by J. A. Hanson. The Headmaster responded, and also proposed the health of the "Club" to which the President responded. The Club is again indebted to the School Catering Staff for the excellent meal provided. 112

Those present were: The President (F. N. Newdick) The Headmaster The Hon. Secretary (D. Kirby) The Hon. Treasurer (J. E. Moore) The Bursar (Col. J. P. F. Abbott) Allen, B. Atkinson, D. P. Bainbridge, M. W. Bolton, T. B. Brindley, R. A. Brown, J. C. Browne, F. D. Burdass, J. U. Butterworth, M. A. Chilman, K. G. Chilman, P. W. G. Clark, J. J. Clarkson, I. G. Creasy, B. Cummin, D. G. Dell, K. L. Denison,. J. A. Dixon, J. B. Dixon, R. S. Dodd, D. F. Dodd, I. L. Dronfield, J. Fearnside, F. Fearnside, F. H.

Fenton, P. A. Gaastra, J. N. Gatiss, H. Gibson, T. A. Gill, I. Hall, M. S. Hall, P. L. Hamilton, D. H. Hanson, J. A. Harding, J. T. Harding, R. D. Harding, R. F. Harnby, F. B. S. Harris, P. L. Hart, J. B. Hepworth, M. G. B. Holden, R. J. Holmes, D. C. Hubbard, R. H. Huntley, W. G. Hyde, J. Jesper, D. G. S. Johnston, D. P. Knowlson, D. W. Le Tocq, L. C. Lewis, T. J. Lightowler, J. C. P. N. Lockwood, P. A. MacKeller, W. G. Magson, N. J. Marshall, H. C. Megginson, J. S. Murray, H.

Nendick, B. M. Newdick, J. M. Newdick, P. J. Nix, J. Parkin, G. D. Peacock, R. W. Penty, J. R. Penty, P. R. Phillips, D. M. H. Potter, D. N. Ramsden, N. J. Ranson, E. M. H. Ratcliff, K. M. Raylor, J. M. Rayson, J. C. M. Richardson, J. C. Rounthwaite, D. P. Rounthwaite, J. C. Saville, M. Shepherd, P. M. Shepherd, P. W. Shuttleworth, G. M. Smith, W. Spencer, P. S. Swiers, J. R. Thompson, C. W. Thompson, E. G. Walker, R. M. White, G. White, T. G. Wood, J. R. Woolgrove, F. G.

OLD PETERITE LODGE No. 6412 The Annual Installation Ceremony of the Old Peterite Lodge was held at The Masonic Hall, Duncombe Place, York at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, 15th June, 1977. Bro. Michael Anthony Butterworth was installed as Worshipful Master by W. Bro. T. D. J. Layfield. The Worshipful Master then appointed his Officers as follows: Senior Warden Bro. P. M. Darley Junior Warden Bro. J. K. Hick Chaplain W. Bro. Rev. Canon D. V. Hewitt, P.P.G.Chap. Treasurer W. Bro. G. D. Smith Secretary Bro. B. J. Watson Director of Ceremonies W. Bro. F. N. Newdick, P.P.J.G.D. Senior Deacon Bro. L. P. Dobson Junior Deacon Bro. G. M. Todd Assistant D.C. W. Bro. C. S. Shepherd, P.P.S.G.D. Charity Steward W. Bro. J. E. Moore Asst. Secretary W. Bro. E. G. Thompson Inner Guard Bro. D. I. Fletcher Steward Bro. F. J. Hornby, O.B.E. Steward Bro. P. C. Knowlson Steward Bro. G. D. B. Knowles Steward Bro. R. Atkinson Steward Bro. R. D. S. Pilcher Tyler Bro. E. E. Howe

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At the Festive Board following the Installation, the Toast to St. Peter's School was proposed by Bro. P. C. Knowlson and the response was given by W. Bro. F. N. Newdick. Any Old Peterite wishing to know further details should contact B. J. Watson at 1 Scawton Avenue, Huntington, York YO3 9JA. BRITISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA The Secretary of this Association has asked us to draw attention to its existence. It was formed about seven years ago to hold various functions for old boys of public schools. The address is P.O. Box 178, Hamilton Hill 6163, and the Association would like to increase its membership. OLD PETERITE GOLF The Competition for the Burnett Trophy was held on Sunday, 12th July, at York Golf Club, Strensall, when 22 Old Peterites played. The winner, for the second year running, and for the fourth time in all, was Paul Middlebrook with 37 points, with Maurice Hall as the runner-up with 34 points. David Jesper was a point behind with 33, and Jon Stone scored 32. It was a very enjoyable day and it was particularly pleasing to see so many Old Peterites playing—especially two very new Old Peterites, Jon Stone and Russell Thorpe, who had left School only the previous day! J.C.M.R. NEWS OF OLD PETERITES Births

BRADLEY. On 9th April, 1975, Mark Howard, a son for S. H. Bradley. (Temple 1958-63). DARLEY. To Paul and Margaret (née Kitching) on 2nd June, 1976, a son, Richard James. (Queen's 1960-66). SPENCER. On 27th November, 1976 at Sheffield, Benjamin James, to Christopher and Margaret. (Queen's 1958-62). Deaths

SEABORNE. On 20th November, 1976, W. L. ("Bill"). A graduate of Queen's College, Cambridge, he taught at St. Bartholomew's School, Newbury, apart from six years in the Forces, and was Senior Geography Master until he retired. (1926-31). YELD. On 27th September, 1976, P. H. Yeld, formerly a Master at the School. BARTON, N. R. (Queen's 1955-60) has been appointed Headmaster of Newlands Preparatory School, Gosforth. 114

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Reunion of O.P.s (1945-50), 12th March.

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BOOTH, J. M. (Manor 1946-51) emigrated to Adelaide, Australia in 1975, and is an Endodentist in a specialist practice. His sons will not be able to go to "Peter's", but are attending St. Peter's, Adelaide, known as "Saints". Any Dental /Golfing O.P.s would be very welcome to look him up, and he sends good wishes to all O.P. friends. BOWIE, A. M. (Temple 1962-67), a Research Fellow at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, has been appointed to a Lectureship in the Department of Greek at the University of Liverpool. BRADLEY, S. H. (Temple 1958-63) has gained a Diploma in Management Studies. COOPER, J. J. (Queen's 1958-64) has become team vicar of St. Peter's, Cowleigh in the Malvern Link Team Ministry. COSSINS, J. C. (Queen's 1957-64), who graduated from London University in 1967 and qualified as an A.C.A. with Price Waterhouse in 1971, is now Chief Accountant with Finnish Paper and Board Services Ltd. in London. CRAWFORD, R. P. (1920-25) sent good wishes to the School for the 1350th Anniversary, he having enjoyed the 1300th celebration in 1927. In 1925 he took seventy-seven wickets for the 1st XI, a record which still stands. DINGWALL, R. W. J. (Queen's 1964-68) has been appointed Research Officer with the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Wolfson College. Oxford. GEE, J. P. (Dronfield 1964-69) has formed his own promotions and public relations firm, Power Promotions & PR, in Wokingham. Berkshire, having trained with a large advertising agency and been an Assistant Advertising Manager and an Account Executive. He still has a great interest in motor sport, and his clients include several leading racing drivers and teams. HARDING, D. F. (Rise 1960-65) at Bisley was runner-up for the Queen's Medal and won the Wantage Competition and the Rapids Aggregate Cup. He was Captain of the 10th Gurkha Rifles team who won seven cups and were first in the inter-unit N.R.A. Army Championship. HARDING, R. D. (Rise 1960-66) has been teaching at the Repton Preparatory School since 1969, becoming a Housemaster in 1974. He became Housemaster of Alcuin House in St. Olave's in September in succession to Mr. J. C. Brown. He has played squash for Derbyshire for the last seven years, being county champion in 1974, and he is currently captain of the side. Another O.P. has played in the team: W. M. Howard (Rise 1955-60). LEWIS, C. H. (Rise 1950-55), a former Head of School, is Senior Partner and Founder Member of Clive Lewis & Partners which was founded 13 years ago and is one of the leading specialist Estate Agents in Great Britain, dealing with all transactions involving commercial property. In 1976 he was elected President of the British Chapter of FIABCI, to which 33 countries are affiliated. In 1972 he gave a Paper to the Congress in Sydney and in 1975 he gave one in San Francisco on the Effects of the Recession on Commercial Property Values throughout Europe. He has recently been appointed SecretaryGeneral of the World Commission on Shop and Office property, which is answerable to the United Nations, and he is a Member of the Executive of the Central Branch of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. He was recently elected to the World Executive 116

Committee of FIABCI, being only the third to be elected from the U.K. in 28 years, and its youngest member ever. PERRY, N. F. (Grove 1959-63) has given up a career in public relations to live on his 40-foot Greek sailing caique which he is chartering to small parties in Crete this year. REYNOLDS, A. G. O.B.E. (1939-45) has been appointed Chairman of Ralli Hong Kong Ltd., a subsidiary of the Bowater Corporation. ROBINSON, A. (Rise 1970-73) has recently been commissioned into the Royal Air Force and has started training in Air Traffic Control. He finds "the maintenance of standards in the Royal Air Force very refreshing". SHARPE, R. (Temple 1967-72) has published his first book, Raasay: A Study in Island History.

EDITORIAL NOTES The Peterite is the magazine of St. Peter's School, York.

Members of the Old Peterite Club who write to the Editor are asked to show their St. Peter's dates (not St. Olave's) and the House they were in. No notice can be taken of anonymous correspondence, but a writer who wishes to use a pen name or to withhold his name from publication for a special reason should make this clear to the Editor. The Editor reserves the right to select news from any source, but in general personal notices will only be published if they are from members of the Old Peterite Club. The Peterite is published once a year, in October, and copy should be sent to the Editor before the end of the Summer Term. If any member of the Old Peterite Club should not receive a Peterite number, will he please write to the Bursar. Applications for advertising space should be made to the Bursar, St. Peter's School, York.

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OLD PETERITE CLUB MEMBERS JOINING DECEMBER 1976 1971-1976 Atkinson, P. T., 11 Foxthorn Paddock, Badger Hill, York. (Tel. York 55164). 1971-1976 Egleton, R., Dolphin House, Beach House Road, Benbridge, Isle of Wight P035 5TA. 1973-1976 Hawking, N. S., Huddleston Grange, South Milford, Nr. Leeds LS25 6JU. (Tel. South Milford 682399). 1972-1976 Mortimer, C., The Grange, Staveley, Nr. Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. (Tel. Copgrove 265). 1930-1932 Sproule, J. S., 342 Upper Shoreham Road, Shorehamby-Sea, Sussex. (Tel. 01-499-2470).

MEMBERS JOINING JULY 1977 1972-1977 Abbey, F. T., Hall Farm, Long Marston, York. (Tel. Rufforth 265). 1972-1977 Adler, W., 36 Buxton Road West, Disley, Cheshire SK12 2LY. (Tel. Disley 4080). 1972-1977 Allen, W. M., The Diggings, Crypton Lane, Ashover, Nr. Chesterfield, Derbyshire. 1972-1977 Anelay, C. T., 3 Ridgeway, Acomb, York YO2 5DA. 1972-1977 Barron, D. J., "Greenfield", 37 Sim Balk Lane, Bishopthorpe, York YO2 1QH. (Tel. York 705675). 1974-1977 Barton, A. T., Bruce House Farm, Sessay, Thirsk, York YO7 3BL. (Tel. Hutton Sessay 368). 1976-1977 Biddle, R. W., Holderness School, Plymouth, N.H. 03264, U.S.A. 1972-1977 Brockbank, C. T., The Orange Tree, Shincliffe Village, Durham DH1 2NN. 1972-1977 Brown, G. B., Deepdale House, Slackhead, Nr. Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7AX. (Tel. Milnthorpe 2159). 1972-1977 Brown, K. C., 2 Hazeldene Drive, Pinner, Middlesex. (Tel. 01-866-5020). 1972-1977 Brown, N. E. R., Ebor House, Upper Poppleton, York YO2 6J R. 1973-1977 Burdass, T. J., Dotterill Park, Kilham, Driffield, North Humberside. (Tel. Thwing 244). 1974-1977 Caulfield, M. P., 6 Millfield Lane, Nether Poppleton, York. (Tel. York 795979). 1972-1977 Christelow, M. M., Cedar Lodge, Aysgarth School, Nr. Bedale, North Yorkshire DL8 1TE. 1972-1977 Clout, D. V., "Oakhurst", Carr Lane, Escrick, York. YO4 6JN. 1972-1977 Crowther, G. A., Fixby Lodge, Fixby Park, Huddersfield, Yorkshire. (Tel. Huddersfield 37091). 1973-1977 Dee, M. C. M., Gatehouse, Wansford, Driffield, North Humberside. (Tel. 0377-8423). 1972-1977 Dixon, A. M. M., 26 Horseman Avenue, Copmanthorpe, York. (Tel. York 706029). 1972-1977 Dryland, J. C., Linden Cottage, 7 Strensall Road, Huntington, York YO3 9RF. (Tel. York 768893). 1972-1977 Duthie, D. R., Breckon Hill, Ushaw Moor, Co. Durham. (Tel. Durham 730328). 1970-1974 Dyson, R. A. J., "Brammerton", 137 Stepney Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Y012 5NJ. (Tel. Scarborough 75266). 1975-1977 Fisher, H. W. P., 42 Salisbury Avenue, Cheam, Sutton, Surrey SM1 2DJ. (Tel. 01-642-0508). 1972-1977 Gargan, M. F., 29 Foxwood Lane, Acomb, York YO2 3LH. (Tel. York 791666).

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THE PETERITE Vol. LXIX

OCTOBER, 1978

No. 395

Edited by D. G. Cummin, J.P., M.A.

EDITORIAL Whoever said that travel broadens the mind said it long before the package tour and supersonic flight changed travel from an adventure in itself to a means of being somewhere else as quickly as possible. If you cross the Atlantic in the morning you can be home again by bedtime. Speed is vital; the tourist can "do" York in an afternoon: and a fit young man, wearing gymshoes, has broken the "four minute Louvre" barrier, by visiting the Venus, the Winged Victory and the Mona Lisa within that time limit. When this magazine was started, one hundred years ago, the pace was slower, but there were signs that it was quickening. In the Cambridge letter to the very first Peterite, Vol. I, No. 1, published in December, 1878, we read that "some persons of an enterprising turn of mind wish to introduce that admirable invention, the tram, into the streets of this venerable seat of learning. . ." In the same volume is an Old Peterite's account of "A trip to Germany", travelling from Hull in S.S. Fairy, an unfortunate name for a ship, as he discovered when he asked a blunt passer-by where he could find "the Fairy". But the writer's pleasure is in the journey, in his fellow travellers, and in the excitement of approaching the moonlit banks of the Elbe. In this edition of the Peterite we publish an account of a journey made this year by a school party: "Sahara expedition". As it was for the writer a hundred years ago, so the interest in this trip is in the journey itself: the time taken to sleep by the roadside, to haggle in strange markets, to see "the true poverty of Morocco", to catch a scorpion, and to establish "a bond of self-reliant comradeship". In short this was travel, and it will certainly have broadened the minds of those who enjoyed it. The preface to the first Peterite, reproduced in part as our frontispiece, said "the chief interest of our columns . . . will be derived from the news that they contain, news of the School for Old Peterites, and news of Old Peterites for the School". We hope we have kept faith with the founders of the Peterite; we hope that Old Peterites will continue to read with satisfaction of the progress of their School, and we know that present Peterites can face the uncertainties of the future with more confidence when they read of the enterprise and successes of those who have been here before them. The journey goes on. The hundred years has seen our nation rise to a peak of political power and lose political influence at a rate characteristic of the pace of the twentieth century. In two world wars we learnt, in concentrated crises, to find ourselves; and now the task is to adjust to life probably without cataclysm, although there will be no lack of attempts to create conflict from obscurely contrived causes. It is not easy; but it is a supreme challenge to an ancient nation wise 1

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T T is with more than the usual diffidence that attends the first 1 publication of a School Magazine that we present our bantling to a world that is generally so forward to hail a novelty, so backward in supporting an idea when its novelty has once died away. Our idea cannot claim the merit of novelty ; there have already been two attempts to establish a Magazine at St. Peter's, and both have failed. We must, then, to avoid another failure, consider carefully what our object in publishing a School Magazine must be, seeing that the success of an undertaking generally depends on a due appreciation of this point. In. the first place, we must inform our readers that we do not aim at literary distinction. Whether that will follow or not is a question that must be left to time to decide. At present we wish to open a channel of communication between past and present Peterites, and supply a want that makes itself felt more and more. The chief interest of our columns, therefore, will be derived from the news that they contain, news of the School for Old Peterites, and news of Old Peterites for the School : and there will also be any items of University intelligence that will be likely to interest any of our readers. Original articles by past and present members of the School will be inserted for amusement and instruction, but we think it desirable to exclude from our publication all controversial topics on either political or religious differences, aswe consider that they would be at the same time above our capacity and foreign to our purpose. With regard to our title : it was earnestly debated whether it would not be better to cast aside the ill-omened associations and cacophony of the old name, and call our production " St. Peter's School Magazine," but after a protracted discussion we decided that it would be better to retain the old name, as it would better express the combined interests The Peterite, Vol. 1, No. 1, Page 1, December 1878.

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1 Editorial 2 School Notes ... 6 Presentation of Prizes 12 The Common Room and Staff 16 Prize List, 1978 18 Examintion Results, 1978 20 Valete 21 Salvete 22 The Chapel 23 Music ... 30 Drama ... 40 1350 Years of Science 41 "A History of St. Peter's School" ... 42 The Threshold ... 46 ... Combined Cadet Force 51 Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme 53 ... Science Societies 54 The Historical Society 54 Young Farmers Club ... 55 ... Christian Union 55 Visit to Parliament ... 56 Sahara Expedition Easter 1978 59 The School Telescope 62 Athletics 1977 ... 63 Cross Country 1978 65 Rugby 1977-78 73 Boat Club 1977-78 76 Hockey ... Cricket ... 91 Swimming Tennis ... 92' 93 The Oxford Cup 94 The Chess Club 95 Table Tennis ... 96 Inter-House 5-a-side Soccer League 96 House Notes ... 108 Cambridge Letter 110 Old Peterite News 116 Editorial Notes Old Peterite Club, New Members and Changes of Address 117

enough to regard its past not as a matter for sighing, but for strength: not for looking back to a deceptively golden age, but for travelling forward with relish and with hope, and with an open mind. The Editor wishes to thank the many contributors to "The Peterite" and would welcome correspondence and articles of general interest from Peterites past and present.

SCHOOL NOTES 1977-78 Three new appointments have been made to the Governing Body: County Councillor E. A. K. Denison, T.D., (O.P.), Mr. G. Raymond Burn who has had two sons in the school, and Mr. K. M. Ratcliff (0.P.) the recently elected President of the Old Peterite Club. Two new masters have joined the staff: Mr. T. R. Grisdale, B.A., of Merton College, Oxford to teach Classics, and Mr. J. G. Shaw, BA., of St. John's College, Oxford to teach Chemistry.

* * * The Chapel Committee decided that the `guide-lines' card, published in The Peterite in 1975, and issued to each boy as a guide for his attitude to Chapel, should be withdrawn as no longer suitable. * * * The Autumn Term started on September 13th and ended on December 17th, half-term being from October 22nd to 30th. * * * At the Community Service on September 18th the Head Master was the Preacher. Mr. Alex Lyon, M.P., York's Citizen in Parliament gave a talk to the Sixth Form on September 24th.

* * * The Revd. Haydn Harrison, the Diocesan Youth Officer preached at the Special Service for New Boys on September 25th. * * * Sports Day was October 1st. * * * Captain C. C. Loxton, Royal Navy, Commanding H.M.S. Caledonia visited the CCF and talked to the Sixth Form on October 4th. * * * Speech Day was October 8th; the Prizes were distributed by Mr. T. Devlin, Director of the Independent Schools' Information Service. 2

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On February 12th the Preacher in Chapel was the Revd. Canon R. Hockley, Precentor and Chamberlain of York Minster. * * * There was a concert in the Drama Centre on February 24th and 25t including a new work by Robin Walker (O.P.). * * * House Cross Country was run on February 27th The Inter * * * On March 3rd His Grace the Lord Archbishop of York held Co firmation and celebrated Communion. * * * There was a concert by York Symphony Orchestra in Hall on Marc 11th. * * * Mr. David Crease, M.A., Head of the Design Unit in the Univers of York, gave a talk to the Sixth Form on March 14th. * * * There was a Passion Drama in the Drama Centre on March 16th. * * * On March 17th there was a concert in the Drama Centre. * * * There was a Passion Service in Chapel on March 18th, and a meeti for Vth Form parents in the afternoon. * * * The Summer Term started on April 23rd and ended on July 15 with half-term from May 26th to 30th. -

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Some members of the Sixth Form visited Parliament on May 8th. * The Annual Inspection of the CCF was on May 9th; the Inspecting fficer was Rear-Admiral J. A. Bell, B.A., B.Sc., LL.B., Director Naval ducation Service, who was accompanied as Aide by Flying Officer D. Harrison, B.A., (O.P.). * The Choir took part in the R.S.C.M. Festival at Ripon on May 1 1 th. *

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Mr. G. H. Hepworth, York City Solicitor and Deputy Town Cler gave a talk to the Sixth Form on June 13th. Scenes from Bertolt Brecht's 'Caucasian Chalk Circle' were pe formed on June 16th in the Drama Centre. *

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OPINION `Our youth loves luxury, has bad manners, disregards authority, and has no respect for age: our today's children are tyrants: they do not get up when an elderly man enters the room: they talk back to their parents: (Socrates) they are just very bad.'

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES 8th October, 1977 The Chair was taken by Mr. W. R. Wilkinson, O.B.E., I.P., Vice Chairman of the Governors, and the prizes were distributed by Mr. T Devlin, Director of the Independent Schools' Information Service. The Headmaster gave this report: In this our 1350th year of continuous history, the Editor of The Peterite has compiled an impressive record of a year's doings. I do not

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intend to repeat all that is recorded in that Peterite; so if I don't now mention your name, your interests, the activity you excel at, don't be offended. You have not been forgotten. Our celebrations for this unusual anniversary have been planned to touch the life of the School at as many points as possible— We have been reminded of our long past by the Historical displays shown each week at the back of Hall, which are eventually to be compiled as a book for each one of us, and in a more light-hearted vein by Mr. Cummin's witty, and hilarious, pageant at the end of the Summer Term. We have seen, in tangible form, handsome memorials of the scar in Mulberry Hall's resplendent plate, the more homely mug given to each member of the School, and the healthily controversial hanging cross designed and executed by Mr. Brown for Chapel. We have left to posterity our own record of school life in 1977 in the film shot by members of the School. We have tried to stimulate work in the arts with exhibitions and concerts and prizes. We resuscitated the School Song at a concert last term, and came to the conclusion that on account of its dignified Latin, its sturdy four-square rhythm, and its generous proportions, it merited another performance—in fifty years' time. In the meantime, some of the celebration music composed by our present music students will be performed later this year. We laid on a number of events for pure merriment—a sumptuous May Ball, a cricket match against a Yorkshire side of celebrities and a hockey match against a very strong side from the Hockey Association. Four cricket matches against schools in Kent made an enjoyable finish to our normal cricket season. And the celebrations are not yet over—we are to hear a lecture on 1350 years of Science (though the term LECTURE does sparse justice to the methods of presentation that the Physicists have in store for us), a rugby tour is to be arranged, and we are being invited to invest in some 1967 port. But all of this is the icing on the cake—icing that has perhaps ensured that the year has been an enjoyable year for all except Puritans. The cake underneath has not been so rich a mix as I was able to report last year. Academically, my colleagues have found that a proportion of our G.C.E. candidates took a perfunctory view of their academic work—regarding it as something that would be taught to them rather than as something that they would learn for themselves. The essence of a school is, I suppose, the complementary activities of teaching and learning. They aren't the same thing. One is no substitute for the other. This year I was aware of a larger number than usual who reckoned that it was enough to do the set work and leave the rest to their teachers, thus omitting a complete dimension of work—their own research, their own discovery for themselves, their own thinking, their own exploring, their own observations, their own power of discrimination—above all, their own initiative. That's learning. So, to underline an obvious point, our central aim must be first to provide solid foundations—in language, maths, and thinking— secondly to provide opportunities for the imagination to expand—in writing, speaking, the arts, in making things, and thirdly to keep alive 8

,tandards of scholarship. That's teaching. The student, for his side,

must bring the learning initiatives I mentioned a moment ago. And if there is a mutual enthusiasm in the mixing of this cake, and if we feel that we are going places (to needed and useful jobs, to courses in Universities and Higher Education that excite our imaginations), then the School is thriving. There are areas in the School, in last year's Lower VIth and IVth forms in particular, where I have strongly felt this mutual enthusiasm, but there are areas where it has been assumed only by individuals, not the year group; or where the imaginative fervour has been directed not at the things of the School but towards an escapism of leisure, an entertainment that was an end in itself. This may be a roundabout way of saying that our academic results were more praiseworthy in individual achievements than in mass results. For instance, the percentage passes of all "A" level papers taken in the School is down from 79% to 75%; on all "0" level papers taken in the Vth forms from 73% to 70.5%—not disastrous and, indeed, partly to be explained by differing ability between one year group and another. But I think they suggest where the main efforts of teaching and learning must be directed. There is much discussion at present about our VIth form curriculum. A fresh campaign is being mounted by many teachers in Schools and University, on the narrowing of subjects that is caused by "A" level concentration on three subjects in depth, with only minor courses in General Studies, when the efforts of our Secondary and Higher education should be aimed at providing well-trained, versatile young men and women to bring their talent and energy to the nation's industrial and commercial performance. The dropping of, say, Maths or French or a Science, at 16, may be premature; able sixth-formers may be cut off from a know-how that may be needed in as yet undefined tasks of industrial recovery. The new dogma that is being urged is five subjects in the Sixth Form, not three. If the criticism is accepted in the D.E.S., and the Schools Council, and in higher education and in the Secondary Schools, then we may expect considerable changes in VIth form curriculum in the next two or three years. Our Heads of Departments are spending this year scrutinizing the curriculum from 11 to 18 in the light of the needs of the individuals (in an age of job shortage) and of the country (is wealth creation a higher priority at present than social service?). For myself, I believe that our present breadth of study up to 16 is right in principle, but that in the Sixth Form, sixth-formers should not feel obliged to restrict themselves to only three subjects. They should be encouraged, and the ablest ones positively urged, to tackle more than three (say four or even five). (In passing, I note that out of our 62 "A" level candidates last term, 17 in fact took and passed four "A" levels.) This line of thought points to a wider range of subject levels in the Sixth Form, but this is not the occasion to descend to detail, and I now pass on to areas of School life other than the academic. In Sport this year, we had a fine overall Rugby season, particularly among the Colts teams who all had successful seasons-40 wins, 17 losses. Our hockey team was the most skilful and spirited for many seasons, and our Boat Club, brought up to a high pitch by Mr. Du Croz, whom we shall greatly miss, had various successes with virtually every crew. 9

The 1st XI Cricket was talented but lacked the cohesion for decisive success (the Senior Colts being our most consistent side, with their six wins and no losses). One is glad to see expansion in several sports— tennis, table-tennis, riding and golf—and the continuance of swimming, water polo and fencing. Our mountaineers have been very active, with, I think, four holiday expeditions—a deN elopment encouraged by the Climbing Wall in the Sports Centre. Squash, though not reported in the Peterite, is a thriving sport with about 20 in last year's squad (and many more playing just for fun), and matches throughout the dark of winter at senior and junior levels in all five teams. A word about Shooting: Mr. Le Tocq started running competitive shooting under C.C.F. auspices in 1938, and, War Service apart, he has continued to do so till this year; the pattern of .303 shooting that took our teams year after year to Bisley was started by him in 1952. In the heyday of the C.C.F., when it was easy and inexpensive to book ranges and obtain tip-top rifles and unlimited ammunition, he encouraged our Shooting team to a succession of resounding successes—especially in the Snap competitions. We shall not forget Mr. Le Tocq's long career as Master-in-Charge of Shooting— hundreds of Old Peterites are grateful to him for his benign but bracing encouragement to do well at a sport which lasts a lifetime. The C.C.F. continues to provide for the energies and specialist skills of many individuals in the School—for instance gliding, seamanship, air navigation, military music, dinghy drill, flying experience and shooting. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, with its tentacles reaching out in all directions—the fells, Social Service, personal interests—continues to contain a programme of self-improvement attractive to very many in the School (14 Gold Awards, 12 Silver Awards, 39 Bronze Awards is an impressive total). In the arts, we have had a gloriously self-indulgent year exploring the versatility of our new Drama Centre. When we converted it to its new use, we did not think that it would be more than a Drama teaching centre, Lecture Theatre, large classroom and rehearsal room. What I did not foresee was its success as a performing centre, in which performers and audience—in all about 160 people in one sitting—could interrelate in a most exciting way. The production of Henry IV Part I last December was a revelation of the Centre's potential, a production half on a conventional stage, half in the round. Since then there have been six productions there, musical and dramatic, and anyone who has acted and played in, or watched and listened there knows how it concentrates and compels one's attention and how manifold are its uses. Funnily enough, despite a larger number of productions than usual last year, there was a dearth of House Plays. Six were planned and two took place. Was this laziness on the part of producers and their casts, who crumpled when the difficulties cropped up, or was it that the traditional setting for House Plays—the Memorial Hall—is so difficult for actors and audience compared to the Drama Centre? Buildings like this encourage special types of activity. Benjamin Britten used to plan a musical composition with a particular building in mind: the Drama Centre is ideal for small dramatic events. Next year in February we are planning a specially commissioned musical piece, part opera, part oratorio, from an Old Peterite composer, part of the inspiration for which comes from the Drama Centre itself. Another building which would extend a needed activity is a proper Workshop. A generous response to our Appeal gatherings from parents 10

and well-wishers has put us on the way to planning a Centre for Design and Technology as our next major amenity, to take the place of our somewhat cramped Workshop that at present takes space in the Labs. Such building has to be financed by Appeals rather than by raising fees that are already uncomfortably high for everybody. Improvements to the boarding houses are financed partly by the income from the holiday courses and lettings which the Assistant Bursar arranges in the vacations. There is much to be done in keeping our buildings up-to-date, and the Governors at present have at the top of the list the necessary re-roofing and extension of the Swimming Bath, and then the building of a Centre for Design and Technology, on its own site. Parents who came to our Appeal gatherings seemed pleased by this development. I personally have always wanted the making of things to be a much larger feature of the curriculum and of our leisure time than it is as yet. This building would bring valuable creative opportunities to St. Peter's and St. Olave's. But it is people not buildings that count in the long run. I would like to thank the Governors for their hard thinking and committed concern for the School in these financially tough times, and to thank my colleagues in the Senior and Junior Schools for their hard work in and out of classroom, in term and in holidays. Schools reflect the needs of their times. Throughout its 1350 years, St. Peter's has been reflecting the needs of a succession of ages, sometimes in a dynamic way, sometimes in a stale or decadent way, sometimes betwixt and between. It is up to all of us—Governors, parents, staff, girls and boys to ensure that our own little contribution to that evolutionary progress is dynamic and not stale. I have tried to show that the School, though in no position to sit back complacently, is concerned to provide a broad range of activities to all boys and girls, to set and elicit high standards of teaching and learning, to contribute men and women of broad intellectual and practical resource and vision to the future of a country that remains unconvinced of its role in the world. After the Headmaster's Report, Mr. Tim Devlin, Director of the Independent Schools' Information Service, presented the Prizes, and there follows a summary of his address.

Mr. Devlin said that in the early nineteen eighties the falling birth rate was likely to make independent schools "physically expendable", although at present there were not enough places available in State schools, so no government could get rid of them now. But he predicted that the independent schools were likely to face an "outright attack against their position" in a few years, and that it was no good thinking this would never happen because "it can and it will, as it could and did with the Direct Grant schools". Mr. Devlin said that government had already been attacking independent schools by stealth, and it was against these attacks that the schools must be specially watchful because they did not always get publicity. Mr. Devlin praised the Conservative Party for its "brave decision" to promise to restore state places in schools that had formerly received the direct grant: a brave decision in the light of the falling birth rate.

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M. F. Gargan, the Head of the School, then thanked Mr. Devlin for presenting the Prizes and for his address.

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THE COMMON ROOM AND STAFF We have suffered the loss of two of our number in the past year. On 30th November Mr. Paddy Power died suddenly, and at once we felt the deep void left by that sunny and quite remarkable personality who had done so much for the School and for the City. To Mrs. Power and her family we offer our warm sympathy, and the assurance that their loss is shared by all at St. Peter's. The Address given in Chapel at the Memorial Service is published in this edition. On 5th March Mrs. May Allenby died after some time in hospital. Her work was mainly in keeping the Chapel clean and tidy, and it seemed that nothing was too much trouble for her. It was not long ago that we joined together to wish Maisie a happy retirement, and we were glad to see her about, enjoying a more relaxed life; but alas, it was not for long. We all offer our deep sympathy to Ronnie. Two masters are leaving us: Mr. Bainbridge after a short stay, and Mr. Duncan, after fourteen years is obeying the call to the Ministry. We wish happiness and success to them both.

PATRICK FRANCIS POWER, M.B.E. 1910-1977 A memorial Service was held in Chapel on 10th December, and the following address was given by Mr. D. G. Cummin.

On Christmas morning some years ago I met Paddy Power tying a bed on to the top of his car. He had found a family destitute because of neglect. They needed a bed and they could expect no dinner at all, let alone a Christmas dinner. From Paddy Power they got both. When Regimental Sergeant Major Instructor Power went to Buckingham Palace to receive his decoration many years ago, it was at the time when his son was about to be born. The King asked Mr. Power what family he had, and to the delight of his Sovereign Mr. Power replied. . . "Sir: I have three daughters, and I'm waiting for my relief to turn up at any moment". "If you can walk with kings, nor lose the common touch", said Kipling ... "you're a man". It is indeed a man we think of today with gratitude and with joy. For I don't think any of us can think of Paddy Power with gloom. Of course we feel most deeply the impact of his passing. None of us can enter into the private grief and shock that his family have suffered. We can only pray that they will come to know the reality of the words: "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted". And if our support can help them to find comfort, they know they have it in full measure. But to us Paddy Power was a man of dynamic energy: fearless, forthright, irrepressible, overwhelmingly generous, utterly unorthodox. Sometimes I have thought that he and Robin Hood might have compared notes on one or two things. Perhaps less obviously he was a man far more sensitive than some of us may have thought; more easily hurt than the vigorous and bluff 12

appearance would readily reveal. It was very important to him to be needed: and if the need for him should seem to diminish, so might the confidence of this out-going, warm-hearted and kindly man. I doubt if any one who is here today has not at some time known the kindness of Paddy Power. It could be expressed in unusual ways. The very small cadet recruit, given a uniform too big for him, might be dismayed to be told: "You'll grow into it". But the growing process would start at once when the recruit heard: "Come back next week and I'll have a new one for you" . . . and then the calculated premature promotion of the small recruit, often a prediction . . . "carry on . . . Corporal". I doubt if anyone here ever asked in vain for genuine help from Paddy Power. He didn't like to be put upon, and he did like simple appreciation. But if there was need for an unusual prop for a play, a piece of equipment for a special activity, or a group of boys requiring occupation at a difficult time, Paddy Power was your man. And how quickly we started to notice the void that has opened in these recent days. I'm told that there was a memorial service for Paddy a few days ago in Paris: and it isn't surprising. His activities took him all over the world: as referee in top level football; as coach and manager in international fencing. As he himself would say, he must be "where the action is". The personal skill was far less important than the driving force of personality. A direct "You're getting. soft" could restore the waverer to the discipline of training: a crisp "Well done" could lift the learner to the heights of effort. Let Paddy Power take a few local boys on to a cleared public space by the river, put up goal posts and referee their game, and the field becomes, as of right, and I suspect for years to come ... "Paddy's field". Few men have stamped their mark so indelibly on so many different pages. The Carmelite Order in Thicket Priory, sick pilgrims needing help to get to Lourdes, the children of many a school, members of York University and of the Armed Services, to mention but a few, will not easily forget this man. And here in the School where he served so loyally and so long, I am sure we shall seek to set up some permanent reminder of him. I think that Paddy Power was not made for old age; I don't know how he would have adapted to it. The first threat of inaction came when he had a severe foot injury about a year ago. He fought it and willed himself back to activity. But perhaps it was a chill warning for him. Certainly in recent weeks he felt himself less decisive, less sure, and perhaps things seemed dark as he looked ahead; I hope they now shine brighter for him again. We honour the passing of a good man of a kind rarely to be seen. Patrick Francis Power was his own man, with a deep faith in his God to whom we now give thanks for his life.

S.P.B. Paul Bainbridge taught Biology for the year at St. Peter's. During that year he showed a particular skill in patiently steering the struggling 13

P. F. Power, M.B.E. 1910-1977.

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individual towards his "0" and "A" levels. He will be most particularly remembered in the School for his many contributions to music: he sang in the Choir, he helped organize the House Concert, he was always ready to join in with small instrumental groups. Above all we shall remember that meticulously trained group of members of staff who sang with such musical precision and art at the Wind Band Concert in March. P.D.R.G. C.P.M.D. Patrick Duncan leaves us after fourteen years in order to be ordained. He was a most versatile schoolmaster who, more and more strongly inspired by the Christian faith, became anxious to fulfil a pastoral vocation more extensive than is possible in a school. We have been fortunate in having had in our midst a man able to touch the life of the School at so many points. As a Classics teacher, he has taught small groups of skilled classicists in the Sixth Form and steered more or less reluctant "0" level candidates to their aim; he has been particularly associated with the very successful introduction of the Greek Civilisation courses at "0" level and with the Ancient History courses in the Sixth Form. He has also taught English, showing a talent for encouraging the unacademic boy and for proving to him his own worth and skills. Our memories of Patrick—a quiet but dynamic man—are not confined to the Classroom: we will remember him on the river, up mountains or on a motor-bike. His riverside activities not only entailed spurring on crews but also repairing boats and initiating the very successful Rowing Supporters' Club. His strong interest in mountaineering, canoeing, sailing and the open air life generally, had previously taken him for three years teaching to New Zealand, and for some years he shared these interests with the boys. He has a remarkable gift for getting on the right wave-length with the young. He was an excellent Assistant Housemaster, vigorous, fair and keen to discuss issues frankly: in conversation with him, one felt immediately that he was interested in others' viewpoints and not merely with expressing his own opinions. His strong Christian commitment was a driving force behind the Christian Union activities which have been happily shared by Peterites and girls from Queen Anne Grammar School for some years now. He sometimes arranged a week's services with members of the C.U. and these services, with their remarkable combination of spontaneous informality and urgent commitment, made apathy crumble and brought the Chapel happily together. Patrick has so many skills that he has not been able to pursue them as he would have wished, nor to share them fully with Peterites. He is a skilful painter, as was clear at an Exhibition of his at the University about five years ago, and an accomplished musician. He ran the School magazine for a short spell. With so many talents and interests, he might have fallen in with the way of the world and specialised in only one or two of them. Patrick preferred to remain a full and rounded human being, a family man, a 15

parishioner, a teacher concerned not merely with a subject but with the whole process of growing up and confronting life. The decision he has taken to seek ordination perhaps comes as no surprise to those who sense his reluctance to be limited as a human being to a few skills. It is a brave decision to have taken, in the cause of exercising his full humanity. We wish him and Sue and their family the best over the coming years and thank him for his incalculable service to, and humane influence on, the School.

P.D.R.G.

PRIZE LIST R. Marsland M. F. Gargan D. W. Cooper T. A. Heap R. A. C. Bronk

NORMAN CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE ... K. H. RHODES PRIZE B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE STEPHENSON PRIZE FOR GREEK ... P. E. LORD PRIZE FOR CLASSICS THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LATIN : Senior

1J. A. McGrath D. M. Noyes D. A. Williamson

Junior ... GEOGRAPHY PRIZES: Senior ... Junior ...

J. Healey A. W. Green

SIR LUMLEY DODSWORTH ESSAY PRIZE JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY: IVth Forms IIIrd Forms • •• • •• • •• THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZES: Senior Junior

R. A. C. Bronk

... D. A. Williamson J. E. Hirst P. W. M. Crowley G. J. Norman

PRIZE FOR A DEBATING SPEECH ...

S. M. Burn

RICHARD ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR DRAMA

S. M. Burn A. H. Day S. E. Atha

ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH:

Senior Junior

... Louise T. Adams ... R. J. Kirby

FRENCH ESSAY GERMAN

...

Ruth M. Addinall A. D. M. Barrell D. R. Hinchliffe

...

ATKINSON PRIZE FOR RUSSIAN ...

...

P. W. S. De Silva

cR. D. Nield J. Nield

FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN 16

... SPECIAL PRIZE FOR DESIGN THE DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS PRIZES FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES

WILCOX PRIZE FOR PHYSICS ART PRIZES : Senior Junior HANDICRAFTS PRIZE MUSIC PRIZES: Senior: Keyboard Strings Woodwind Brass ... Junior: Keyboard Strings Woodwind Brass ...

... Ruth M. Addinall . C. J. Chadwick P. W. S. De Silva R. E. Craig ... S. G. Wetherell J. T. Aldridge M. St. J. Turner D. J. Fawthrop R. E. Craig ... H. R. B. Pease ... G. A. Oates ... M. J. Nield ... N. C. H. Pemberton ... P. G. Fender ... J. R. Markwick-Smith ... N. C. H. Pemberton D. N. C. Pemberton ... A. G. Whipp ... A. J. Dixon ... M. J. Heywood

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PRIZES: VIth Forms Vth Forms IVth Forms 1IIrd Forms

... P. W. S. De Silva ... R. D. E. Brown ... T. A. Heap ... T. A. Kaner

FORM PRIZES Vth Forms .

IC. J. E. Bird J C. R. Bronk G. Cole J. A. McGrath D. A. Williamson P. Moayyedi S. J. Woollons S. R. A. Morris T. A. Kaner M. J. Heywood S. N. Williams A. M. Jewitt

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IVA IVB IVC IVD IIIA 11113 1 11113 2 IIIBa The WORK CUP was won by The Grove

OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE J. R. A. GREAVES

gained an Open Scholarship to Trinity Hall, Cambridge, to read Engineering.

The following gained places Christ's College, Cambridge, (Veterinary Science). D. J. FAWTHROP St. Edmund Hall, Oxford, to read Medicine. M. F. GARGAN (Also an English Speaking Union Exchange Scholarship to America). Emmanuel College, Cambridge, to read Law. P. S. LANCASTER Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, (VeterM. Sr. J. TURNER inary Science). 17

EXAMINATION RESULTS 1978 The following successes were achieved at Advanced Level

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Anderson, M. B.—Latin, English Literature (A2), History (A2). Bronk, R. A. C.—Latin (Al), Greek (A), English Literature (A2). Albakri, Z. S.—Ancient History, English Literature. Baggs, J. H.—History. Barker, R. C.—English Literature, History, Art. Bruce, R. M.—English Literature, Geography, Economics. Burn, S. M.—Ancient History, English Literature, General Studies, Economics. Denison, J. N.—Ancient History, French, English Literature, General Studies. Frost, N. P.—English Literature, Geography Healey, J.—French, English Literature, Geography (A2), General Studies (A). Humphreys, S. W.—Ancient History. Kaiser, R. A.—Ancient History, English Literature, Economics. Kerr, K. W.—Ancient History (A), French, English Literature. Macfarlane, J. R.—Geography, Pol. Studies, Economics. Mair, D. J. B.—Spanish, English Literature. Markwick-Smith, I. R.—French, English Literature, History, General Studies (A). Marsland, R.—Geography, M.E.I. Maths., Economics. Miller, K. J.—History, Geography, Art. Morris, R. A.—English Literature, Geography. Prudom, R. M.—English Literature, History, Geography. Readman, R. W.—Art. Ross, J. R.—English Literature, History. Schofield, J. S.—History, Economics. Teale, R. J.—History, Pol. Studies, Economics. Turner, A. R.—Pol. Studies, M.E.I. Maths., Economics. Wilson, M. E.—Geography, M.E.I. Maths., Economics. Aldridge, J. T.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A), Chemistry, General Studies. Collingwood-Gittins, R.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Chemistry. Craig, R. E.—Physics (Al), Biology (A), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Day, A. H.—Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Gen. Studies (A), Art. De Silva, P. W. S.—French (Al), Russian (A), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), S.M.P. Further Maths. (A), General Studies (A). Hepworth, R. I.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Lethem, J. A.—Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further Maths.. Chemistry, General Studies. Atkinson, N. G.—Art. Bird, C. R.—Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Brown, S. D.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Economics. Burn, M. J.—Biology, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry. Caulton, D. M.—Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Cooper, D. W.—Physics (A), Biology, Chemistry. Crossley, C. C.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Crowley, P. W. M.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Economics. Fawthrop, D. J.—Physics (A2), Biology (A), Chemistry, General Studies (A). Halsall, S. B.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Hawkswell, C.—Physics, Biology, Chemistry.

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Hughes, J. J. R.—S.M.P. Maths. Johnson, C. P.—M.E.I. Maths., Art. Lumb, W. E.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths., General Studies, Art. Morcom, J. P.—Physics (A), Chemistry. Murray, K. S.—Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry. Parkinson, E. M.—Physics (A), S.M.P. Maths. Pattison, N. R.—Geography, S.M.P. Maths., General Studies. Ross. J. P.—S.M.P. Maths., Economics. Rushbrooke, P. D.—M.E.I. Maths. Schofield, G.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry. Tait, G. W.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry. Temple, S. D. M.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Economics. Turner, M. St.J.—Physics (Al), Biology, Chemistry (Al), General Studies (A). Wetherell, S. C.—Physics (Al), Biology (A), Chemistry (Al), General Studies (A). Wiggle, I. P.—Physics, Biology, Chemistry. Wilkinson, R. M.—Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry. Wright. A. J.—S.M.P. Maths., General Studies. Adams, L. T.—French, English Literature, Art (A). Jackson, Z. C. J.—Geography (A), M.E.I. Maths., General Studies Economics. Jesper, N. C.—French, German, Geography, General Studies. Elston. S. L.—Physics, Chemistry, General Studies. Stansfield, L. A.—Biology, Chemistry, General Studies.

At Ordinary Level (Grades A, B or C) or C.S.E. Grade 1:— Anderson, I. G. (11); Barnes, N. R. (9); Bilton, H. T. D. (11); Bird, C. J. E. (11); Bray, R. M. (11); Bronk, C. R. (11); Brown, R. D. E. (11); Campbell, A. C. W. (11); Cole, G. (11); Dodman, J. R. (7); Flintoff, G. A. (10); Jemmett, R. P. (11); Johnson, D. J. (10); McGrath, J. A. (11); McLeish, I. R. M. (6); Moodie, M. J. H. (11); Neal, J. C. (11); Noyes, D. M. (11); Stephenson, T. C. (11); Stubbs, C. J. (11); Taylor, A. R. (11); Watson, M. W. E. (7); Adams, N. T. (6); Allison, A. D. (8); Bleasdale, L. G. (7); Brown, J. E. A. (6); Bulman 1. M. G. (3); Burdass, A. P. (5); Chantry, C. W. R. (8); Chapman N. J. (10); Clayton, J. (7); Fallow, D. C. (4); Guy, J. (9); Hewitt, J. R. M. (9); Johnston M. W. (9); Kaner, D. R. (9); Kershaw, A. H. (5); Mawby, S. J. (10); Nichols P. J. (7); Norman, G. J. (8); Pemberton, N. C. H. (10); Precious, A. M. (9); Prest, S. W. (8); Shirtcliffe, J. M. (6); Thornberry, G. (7); Tuck, A. B. (7); Winder, G. J. M. F. (7); Blenkinsop, A. J. (7); Bowen-Rees, J. T. (6); Bowles, R. N. (10); Brown, A. W. (5); Collinson, A. J. (7); Drinkwater, P. J. (9); Gair. J. D. (9); Gardner, D. E. (8); Hampshire, P. A. (3); Hicks, J. C. (6); Irwin, C. E. (8); Jackson, J. (5); Needler, H. M. J. (9); Nield, M. J. (9); Powell, M. J. (5); Theakston, M. I. (3); Thompson, R. F. T. (4); Waddington, M. J. (7); Yeo, B. S. (8); Aagaard, P. V. (8); Aylmer, T. B. (5); Barrett, R. J. (2); Bough, T. J. (5); Brown, R. J. (2); Butterworth, C. N. E. (4); Coleman, T. C. J. (9); Cuckston, D. P. (5); Hindhaugh, I. D. (6); Howie, J. H. (7); Johnstone, W. J. I. (8); McIlroy, R. J. C. (2); Moore, J. E. (6); Nettleton, W. G. (7); Reeve, I. J. (5); Richardson, J. R. (6); Rowbottom, R. A. (2); Rusholme, D. S. (8); Wilson, I. G. (10); Bird, D. J. (1); Boyd, J. M. (2); Bramley, G. (2); Burdass, C. W. (4); Coates-Walker, C. P. (1); Cooper, J. (4); Greaves, J. L. N. (6); Lister, C. M. P. (4); Lodge, M. A. (5); Miller, D. C. (1); Mills. S. N. (2); Saber, B. (5); Wallhead, T. R. (3). 19

VALETE Name Gargan, M. F. Greaves, J. R. A. Lancaster, P. S. Plahe, F. N.

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Date of Leaving 17.12.77 17.12.77 17.12.77 31. 1.78

Name Bulmer, G. C. Gilbert, T. W. Reed, D. J.

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JULY 1978 DRONFIELD Albakri, Z. S., Atha, S. E., Atkinson, N. G., Bird, C. R., Budge, I.. Cooper, D. W., Johnstone, W. J. I., Ross, J. P., Ross, I. R., Rushbrookc. P. D., Schofield, J. S., Wallhead, V. A., Greaves, J. L. N. GROVE Aldridge, J. T., Bell, K. E., Cuckston, D. P., Day, A. H., Fawthrop, D. Frost, N. P., Hardy, D. R., Jackson, Z. C. J., Jesper, N. C., Morris, R. A Pattison, N. R., Turner, M. St. J., Wiggle, I. P. MANOR Chantry, C. W. R., Caulton, D. M., Crossley, C. C., Halsall, S. B., List C. M. P., Murray, K. S., Nichols, P. J., Prudom, R. M., Readman, R. Wilkinson, R. M. QUEEN'S Adams, L. T., Aldersley, R. J., Brown, Andrew W., Denison, J. N.. Elston, S. L., Galley, J., Hughes, J. J. R., Kaiser, R. A., Lethem, J. A., Miller, K. J., Mills, S. N., Stansfield, L. A., Tait, G. W., Turner, A. R. RISE Allison, A. D., Baggs, J. H., Bray, R. M., Bruce, R. M., Clayton, J., Marslan R., Megginson, S. J., Sudworth, W. T., Teale, R. J., Temple, S. D. M Wright, A. J. TEMPLE Burn, S. M., Coates-Walker, C. P., Hampshire, P. A., Hawkswell, C., Hepwor tl R. I., Humphreys, S. W., Jackson, J., Johnson, C. P., Kerr, K. W., Macfarlan e J. R., Morcom, J. P., Richardson, J. R., Schofield, G., Thompson, R. F. Watson, M. W. E., Wilson, M. E. SCHOOL HOUSE Barker, R. C., Brown, S. D., Buckley, M. R., Burn, M. J., Gray, M., L W. E., Mair, D. J. B., Mcllroy, R. J. C., Parkinson, E. M., Sharp, R. G.

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SALVETE Name Dixon. R. Minnighan, P. A.

BEFORE SEPTEMBER, 1978 Name Form House 1I1B 3 Sabey, R. N. IIIB 1

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BOARDERS, SEPTEMBER 1978 Adeney, M. H., School House; Bew, A. R., Manor; Binns. J. F., School House; Bond, R. J. S., Manor; Bradley, A. C., School House; Clark, D. T. J. F., Manor; Emsley, D. E., Dronfield; Linton, J. N., School House; Norman, R. N., Dronfield; Skrentny, B. A. R., School House; Topham, F. J., School House; Topham, K. D., Dronfield. DAY BOYS, SEPTEMBER 1978 DeLittle, J. B., Dronfield; James, C. R. H., Temple; Turner, R. W., Temple. DAY BOYS FROM ST. OLAVE'S Atkinson, P. J., Temple; Bayston, R. W., Grove; Bellamy, S. I., Grove; Boorman, T. R., Grove; Bough. D. F., Temple; Bradley, S. G., Grove; Burr, J., Gro ∎ e: Burton, J. G., Grove; Coe, H. A., Grove; Crawshaw, R. J., Queen's; Drury. P. J., Temple; England, N. J., Queen's; Gibson, C. J. Manor—DBdr.; Greenwell, R. J. 0., Grove; Groom, G. C., Queen's; Hall, J. W., Temple; Hartley, A. S., Queen's; Hawkswell, M. C. Temple; Hill, N. W., Grove; Hjort, A. F. H., Grove; Hopwood, M. P., Queen's; Hunter, C. T., Queen's; Hutchinson, J.N., Queen's; Hyde, T. C. K., Grove; Johnson, C. D., Temple; Johnson, C. P., Queen's; Kendall, J. P., Grove; Lewis, S. J. Dronfield—DBdr.; Marshall, C. C. Grove; Newitt, N. J., Queen's; Oglesby, J. R., Temple; Sanders, G. T., Queen's; Santorsola, N., Queen's; Simpson, F. M., Temple; Smakman, E. J. Grove; ' aylor, A. J., Temple; Torlesse, J. C., Temple; Turner, J. R., Queen's; etherell, J. 0., Temple; Wetherell, M. L., Queen's.

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Barrett , J. L., Manor; Bird, M. D., Rise; Burdass, S. P. Rise; Burdon, A. M., Manor: Chantry, E. R. A., Manor; Davenport, D. M. Manor; Davies, N. P. G., Dronfield; Figge, A. J., School House; Forman, A., School House; Gilliat, I. W., Rise: Gorman, S. R., Rise; Hardy, R. C., Rise; Hopkinson, J. R., Rise; Jackson, C. J. S., Manor; Jones, A. G. G., Dronfield; Kettlewell, R. J., Rise; Ledger, W. P.. Dronfield; Lee, J. A. S., Manor; McDonald, D. S., School House; Mansfield, R. J. R., Manor; Muirhead, J. M., School House; Newby, S. R. A., Manor: Pacey, A. J. Dronfield; Paterson, A. J., Dronfield; Powell, C. J., Rise; Ramsden, N. A. Manor; Rivis, N. H., Manor; Ryder, C. J., School House; Say, B. J., Dronfield; Shaw, C. A., School House; Smith, A. G., Rise; Stancer, P. S.. Dronfield; Stubbs, A. J., Dronfield; Thomas, D. W., Rise; Venable, R. D., Dronfield; Wilks, R., Manor; Wright, G. A., Rise. BOYS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER 1978 Carr. W. S., Queen's; Waterworth, J. R., Grove. DAY GIRLS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1978 Batty, H., Grove; Denison, K., Queen's; Liddle, Louise, Grove; Morcom, K., Queen's; Plimmer. J., Temple; Rigby, Mandy, Grove; Rolston, A., Queen's; Smith. R., Temple. GIRL BOARDER ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1978 Schofield, J., Dronfield. 21

THE CHAPEL Those who expect "the Church" to retain what is beautiful and old (in fabric, language or liturgy) and who wish to lean on the Church as a refuge for their nostalgia will have had a thin and disappointing year in our Chapel. I make no apologies for this. My aim (not always successful) throughout the year has been to make the daily and special services as varied and as relevant as possible. If we use archaic and obsolete forms of worship and of language, then religion is seen as archaic and obsolete. Christianity is neither. Some of the special services this year (starting with an Advent Carol Service) have been voluntary and proved very successful as regards numbers and atmosphere. This, I am sure, is a step in the right direction. The final service of the year was the Commemoration Service. The "Te Deum" was moved to a more suitable place earlier in the service, but was still not sung well. The Provost of Blackburn gave a tremendous sermon with the theme of "semper fidelis" (always faithful) and it was good to hear the place roll with laughter. My thanks to all who have given help and constructive criticism. A special "thank you" to the chaplain of St. Olave's, Arthur Ellery, now "translated" to be vicar of Great Ayton. We wish him well and look forward to welcoming his successor, the Revd. Raymond Hargreaves. J.M.R. CHAPEL DECORATING It has been a year of changes, beginning perhaps last year with the installation of John Brown's blue hanging cross and the final demise, therefore, of the brass altar cross and the brass altar vases. Without a cross on the altar vases don't look quite right, do they? Generations of us have battled with those infuriating narrow necks! Yet now they've gone we think nostalgically how bright they shone when newly cleaned, and we sneak them back on festivals! We miss Maisie. She cleaned the chapel and she loved the flowers. So it was a stroke of inspiration as well as generosity when Ronnie offered to give new vases in her memory. He found us four cream, urn-shaped vases which are excellent for plants as well as for flower arrangements. Thank you, Ronnie, very much. Following this we decided it was time we also had some more stable flower stands, to replace the two originally made in T.A. classes and now a mite wobbly and rusty! We are grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Bough for their expert help in choosing new ones, light but firm, and adjustable for height. These are the Chapel's own gift in memory of Maisie. Our next thanks are due to John Hall and the gardeners who tend the greenhouses. An emergency shortage of flowers one weekend led to an offer of a pot plant or two. What began as a stop-gap proved so attractive that it has rapidly become a staple part of the decorations. Indeed, the chapel would sometimes have been very bare this last twelve months without them! But how many people would mind much if it were bare? I wonder. So many say they admire the flowers but we have reached an all-time low in helpers and contributors! A few — a very few — faithful, loyal `old hands' and one or two most welcome new ones. If YOU enjoy the 22

flowers and feel they should be there, will you consider whether you could help a little? Please! You don't have to 'do' them alone. We'll always help and show you around. And it's not as difficult as you may imagine — truly! If you cannot come and arrange, perhaps you could bring in some greenery or flowers, or pot plants occasionally, or a contribution towards buying some. A 'flower' book hangs in the cupboard in the Chapel lobby. Please just put your name down for your choice of Saturday, or contact me personally or via the School office (and one small P.S. to those who have the job of moving the flowers before and after Communion: many of the arrangements do have a back and a front!). Though, to be fair, we've all had our difficulties lately, what with making sure we don't obscure the choir, or the visiting clergy, that we don't get in the way of the mike or the Communion rail or the extra instruments, and that we don't let water drip down the sentry boxes or on to the piano! Despite all this the Chapel has certainly looked beautiful on a number of occasions, particularly for the Carol services and for Harvest, and we do thank all who have helped. As always the organists and their protégés frequently turn the chore of topping-up during the week into a series of mini-recitals, a very pleasant bonus. Finally I would like to record my personal thanks to Arthur Ellery and to Joyce. Joyce regularly came down specially at the beginning of term and other awkward times to do flowers, however involved she was in other activities. Arthur not only gave us much practical help but was always willing to consider with us how best we could improve our efforts to beautify the Chapel in keeping with the changing furnishings and services. His kindly encouragement and advice on these matters will be much missed. S.M.N.

MUSIC The Orchestra and Band have had a most successful year, each reaching new heights. In March the Band gave a concert in Drama Centre directed by Mr. Riley who brought in many other school musicians to make a varied and interesting programme. The organization was most professional and although only one performance was scheduled, the demand for tickets was such that the final rehearsal was converted into an open recital which was also fully subscribed. Following this came an invitation to play at a private reception for the Architects' Association to be held in the Railway Museum in June. Our first public engagement outside School was not entirely helped by the Associated Board's selection of the same day for their examinations, but we grow used to their knack of choosing a day we don't want, and the event was widely acclaimed as a success. The orchestra's triumph received much less public support, (people won't come unless you make them go to the trouble of obtaining a ticket!) but was none the less an event in the School's musical history. The concert in June included the Haydn Military Symphony and we think this is the first time a complete symphony has been played by the 23

111 School orchestra. The concert also included the first movement of the Borodin Quartet which the School Quartet had played at a reception of the St. Andrew's Society earlier in the year. Christmas term saw the St. Cecilia concert (which included Elgar's Serenade for Strings), "Trial by Jury" and the Carol Services. The Epiphany Service took place after a rehearsal which was made difficult by some uncertainty about the administrative arrangements. Later in the term, a music-drama, "The Bird-Catcher in Hell", composed by Old Peterite Robin Walker was performed. In Summer, the Music Prize Competition threatened itself by its own success. The largest number of entries ever made it necessary to split the Junior Section for 3rds and 4ths from the Seniors and hear them on the previous evening. Even so we had a three hour session, adjudicated with skill and helpful advice by Ronald Perrin. The standard of playing was very pleasing. K.R.P.

ASSOCIATED BOARD RESULTS Name P. V. Aagaard R. M. Addinall C. J. E. Bird C. G. Broadbent R. D. E. Brown M. L. Chippendale A. P. Copley F. A. Craig D. Fallow P. G. Fender G. A. Flintoff J. Guy T. A. Heap M. J. Heywood R. P. Jemmett D. J. Johnson R. S. P. Litten S. J. Mawby P. Moayyedi A. J. Nichols M. Pearson D. N. C. Pemberton N. C. H. Pemberton J. R. C. Taylor R. C. Young

Grade 6 8 3 5 5 1 6 4 1 5 8 6 8 5 5 5 6 5 5 5 4 5 4 3 6 7 7 8 4 3

Instrument Cello Piano Piano Piano Piano Piano Viola Cello Piano Piano Violin Organ Piano Piano Piano Trumpet Piano Piano Trumpet Violin Piano Piano Clarinet Horn Violin Violin Cello Piano Violin Trumpet

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Distinction Merit Merit Merit

Theory of Music — Grade 6: D. N. C. Pemberton, W. W. Stancer. Grade 5: 0. J. Bird, N. Clayton, A. P. Copley, T. A. Kaner, J. A. Lethem, A. G. Slater, A. G. Whipp. 24

ST. CECILIA CONCERT November 24th, 1977 I must say that I had never before heard anything like Hummel's "Champions on Parade" in Chapel, but it did serve to capture the attention of the somewhat modest audience, or perhaps I should say congregation, and the obligatory foot-tapping helped revive the circulation which laboured in the arctic climate of this November evening. Latecomers didn't quite know whether to march to their places in time with the music or attempt to slide in as unobtrusively as possible, followed by the 'icy' stares of those already present. The piece achieved a pleasing blend of woodwind and brass with percussion solo albeit for only a few bars at a time—St. Cecilia must have felt invigorated by this overture. A change of mood now, with Chopin's "Ode to Music." The band, though competent, failed to display the same self-confidence in this slower work, which required more deliberation and less dash—the sustained notes presented some problems but confidence blossomed with the imminence of the final crescendo. I must say that I found "Pacific Grandeur" (Olivadoti) lacking in that particular commodity; for me, it seemed to take too long to establish its identity—then, like the coming of dawn the visual image suddenly became clear—I could almost see the Drum Majorettes striding brashly down the aisle, as if mistaking the occasion for an American Presidental Convention. I was pleased I'd sorted that out, since I could then settle back and simply listen to the music. Having boarded the "time machine" we were transported back two centuries to the American War of Independence. The strains of "Yankee Doodle" were immediately recognisable and I could clearly picture the splendid bright uniforms of the drummers marching into battle. This romantic mood was not to last, the sinister rumblings of war were soon to be heard and the piece reached its climax in a well-orchestrated discordent crescendo. Then came the still quiet of the Evening Song and Last Post. I have always found the mellow brass so well suited to this sombre poignant work—the soothing, comforting tuba, the powerfully strident trombone and the controlled dominance of the trumpet, so ably played that the mood was not disturbed in the least—eyes closed, thoughts drifted into the oft-forgotten past—trying so hard to remember, praising, thanking, honouring those whose sacrifice had so recently been commemorated; then suddenly the peace was shattered by the shrill intrusion of the woodwind, which for me at least was so out of place—perhaps it served well to jar us back to reality. Then it was over. Having reached broad agreement in the pitch of "A", the clarinet quintet entertained us with a magnificent rendering of Mozart's Quintet (K. 851), during which the initial concordance was generally maintained. Like home-made wine, the work matured with the passage of time, the violinists playing with great dash and confident attack, rarely put a foot, or should I say finger, wrong. In this they were ably supported by competent viola and cello, and throughout a long piece, during which mistakes could so easily have multipied and inaccuracy given rise to tedium, 25

I was aware of neither of these faults, as all involved played with flair and authority. It must have given them as well as the audience, much satisfaction. The string orchestra got under way with "Rhosymedre" (Vaughan Williams). The first impression was one of delight to see so many accomplished players making music together. The orchestra, like the chorus, offers a haven for those who are not confident enough to "go solo"—each member is assisted by, and in turn assists those around him, and finally the individual sounds merge in pleasing harmony, leaving only the quiet passages to expose the individual uncertain contributions. This largely well-orchestrated piece ended with a well sustained note with all players in broad agreement. Bach's Suite in D started with a lively gavotte and visions of a Royal Ball. The Air conjured up a less pleasant atmosphere due to its frequent misuse as background music for a television cigar commercial—there ought to be a law against it. The sometimes uncertain bowing of the violins was punctuated by the seemingly less demanding pizzicato of the cellos, played with a degree of sensitivity unexpected from frozen fingers. There were occasions when some players displayed a lack of musical awareness of those around and the sound began to fragment and lose some of its cohesion; in this respect the orchestra had lost a little of its literal meaning—"a company of musicians playing together". However these mild (unlike the chapel climate) criticisms must be seen in the general context of a most enjoyable evening, during which it was so gratifying to see such a large number of musicians in our midst. How pleasant it would have been to hear at least one piece with brass, woodwind, strings, percussion in short, the lot, all together. They are not rivals to be seen in earnest competition, though they can exist separately as we have heard, but equally they can co-exist to mutual benefit and to the further enjoyment of the audience. D.H.H.

Concert, March 17th. The concert, held in the Drama Centre, contained an unusually wide range of items, many of which were of a more popular nature. The opening was enthusiastic and the three items played by the band pointed the way to the rest of the evening's enjoyment. The faster melodies were were well balanced and showed some good ideas whilst Harold Walter's Deep River Rhapsody was played with great feeling, which more than countered the odd technical error. The contribution by Philip Burton, Robin Jones and Michael Bowstead with an unusual combination of instruments provided us with some interesting sounds, particularly the Japanese Tune. I hope that we shall hear more from them. Sandy Day's guitar solos showed his command of the instrument and although the Maple Leaf Rag was a little fast for my taste, the selection and execution of the material was excellent. The con26

trast provided by the Angelic Host with their glee club and barber shop singing was most marked. Their enthusiasm and skill showed the hidden talents of some colleagues. Peter Fender with his violin solos, particularly Copeland's Ho Down, excited us all with his talent and total rapport with the music and it is always a pleasure to hear him. In the band's next selection the mood had been changed and they handled the material chosen well, though I felt they found the strict tempo of The Entertainer a little difficult. Perhaps it was where I was sitting but I was very disappointed that I was unable to hear clearly Mark Burn and Paul Rushbrook's guitar items. The balance between the guitars was pleasant and the individual playing was good, but the vocal part was lost. A great pity. The piano and vocals by Patrick Crowley were difficult to put over but I found Patrick's performance most exciting and his talent is obvious. My only regret about "Benny and the Crets" is that they showed my age. Their evocation of my youth with Buddy Holly, Craig Douglas and many others was for me the high spot. Who will or could forget Teenangel. The band brought us to a rousing conclusion with "A Glen Miller Tribute." It is always ambitious and dangerous to emulate someone as well known and unique as Glen Miller but Bill Riley and the band managed to capture his style very well. Perhaps the mellowness of Glen Miller was not there, but then many have tried to reproduce Miller and nobody has succeeded. Altogether a most enjoyable evening during which a large number of performers showed a wide range of varying talents. On behalf of all of us in the Drama Centre that night I congratulate Bill Riley and the band and all the other performers on a most enjoyable evening. R.H.H.

Concert in Hall, 1st June. What a wealth of musical talent there is in the the school, and how appropriately it was used on this warm early summer evening. For anyone wishing to forget for a short time the clamorous world of terrorists and "freedom fighters" and the stridency of the World Cup, here was sweetness and joy. The two chamber pieces were not only of remarkably high standard in performance, but so exactly right for the half-way stage in a long term: the pause before the onslaught of exams and other intrusions. The '1st Movement of the Borodin Quartet: evocative, peaceful; and the last movement of the Mozart Trio: a sort of quiet conversation between three gentle instruments, kept together by that astonishing tranquillity which Mozart draws from the piano in a way yet unsurpassed. Haydn's Military Symphony made us all realise that we have an orchestra of which any community could be proud. It is in the Allegretto that the military metaphor is fully sustained. The "off duty" life of assembly rooms and park, with the occasional reminder of sterner things 27

when the drum was used with disciplined effect; then the call to from the trumpets, "And silken dalliance in the wardrobe lies." A happy poem of the variety of the martial life : and the joyous grandeur of the big Finale brought a sudden reminder : we were enjoying this music on the very eve of the 25th Anniversary of the Coronation. All who came to this memorable concert would like to thank the players and their Conductor; a school cannot but thrive as long as it has this richness in music.

D.G.C.

PROGRAMME Borodi

1st movement of Quartet in D

Peter Fender, Roderick Craig, Ruth Addinall, Nigel Pemberton. Mozart

Last movement of Trio in Eb K497

Peter Fender, Ruth Addinall, Nigel Pemberton. Haydn Adagio—Allegro Allegretto Minuet and Trio Finale—Presto 1st Violins: P. G. Fender,* P. W. M. Crowley, D. A. Kaner, A. G. Whipp C. R. Bronk, R. D. E. Brown. 2nd Violins: M. B. Anderson, R. M. Craig, D. N. C. Pemberton,* S. J. Mawby T. A. Kaner, A. J. Nichols, G. J. M. F. Winder. Violas: Ruth Addinall, A. P. Copley,t Mr. H. J. Finch. Cellos: P. V. Aagaard, A. D. Leckenby, L. G. Bleasdale, F. A. Craig. Flute: Sarah Marsh (Queen Anne G.S.). Oboe: Mr. E. Vyner. Clarinet: J. R. Markwick-Smith.* Bassoon: Mr. C. Allison. Horns: R. E. Craig, A. J. Collinson. Trumpets: Mr. W. Riley, M. R. Heywood.*t Trombones: W. A. Barnish, D. R. Marsh (St. Olave's). Timpani: Mr. M. R. Hotton. Bass Drum and Cymbals: R. C. Barker. Triangle: J. C. Neal. Piano Continuo: N. C. H. Pemberton.* Conductor: Mr. K. R. Pemberton. tlndicates Award winne *Indicates this year's Music Prize winners. Symphony No. 100 in G (The Military)

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THE SCENE CHANGES 1878-1978

The Gymnasium, 1895, becomes

The Drama Centre, 1977. A, (, ■ mnasium was the gift, for long anonymously, of an Old Peterite, the

DRAMA WOYZECK by Georg Buchner THE CAST Woyzeck Captain Doctor Andres Marie Kate Drum-Major 1st Showman Corporal 2nd Showman 1st Apprentice Grandmother

Stage Lights

Sandy Day Mark Burn Richard Bronk Patrick Crowley Louise Stansfield Zoe Jackson John Healey Ian Wiggle Tim Raylot Phil Lancaster Jeremy Markwick-Smith Susan Elston

THE CREW Duncan Fawthrop, Bob Marsland, Tim Prosser-Higdon Brian Macdonald, Steve Atha, Terry Wallhead Producer: Ian Lowe

About the Play:

George Buchner (1813-37) died of typhus at the age of twenty-three, leaving his fourth play 'Woyzeck' unfinished. The play is based on an actual event. In 1821 a soldier named Woyzeck killed the widow with whom he had been living. Three years later, despite the suggestion that he might he insane, he was publicly executed. Buchner crams into his play, which is only twenty-four pages long and contains as many episodic scenes, an entire vision of oppressed and suffering humanity. His Woyzeck, who is in his dumb way deeply virtuous, is oppressed by society in the persons of the Doctor and the Captain who exploit and abuse him; by the Drum-Major who seduces Marie, his woman, and then persecutes him; and above all by Marie, whose infidelity destroys his one prop in a hostile and largely incomprehensible world. `Woyzeck' has been called the first modern tragedy, because it has a working-class hero whose predicament is portrayed with insight and compassion. But its importance is much greater than that. In its poetic vision, its scale, variety and scope of theme, it anticipates by at least fifty years many of the major achievements of 'modern drama'. (adapted from `Sophocles to Fugard' by Brian Stone and Pat Scorer) About the Text:

Buchner left four separate manuscripts of the play, all of which are fragmentary and contain much overlapping material. Various scholars and producers have attempted to assemble a definitive text, with differing results, some leaving the play 'open-ended' as I have done, others suggesting that Woyzeck drowns, as in the version Berg used for his opera 30

'Wozzeck',. In attempting my own solution I have tried to remain faithful to Biichner's original intentions while devising a scene arrangement that I hope is dramatically satisfying. I have begun the play by establishing the forces working against Woyzeck—the Captain, the Doctor, his visions of destruction (with Biblical references to Sodom and Gomorrah and the Last Judgement); then suggesting his relationship with Marie (the still point of his turning world), before showing the betrayal of that relationship. 1 have taken the idea of the mill-wheel, used by the Captain at the start of the play, and have made this the dominant visual image of the production, using it also as a device for dividing some of the scenes. The only major changes I have made in the play are in its music. Biichner wrote in a Hessian dialect and made extensive use of local folk-song. Wherever possible I have used equivalent English folksongs (`The Unquiet Grave', 'The Water is Wide'), or where that has not been possible have either adapted the original words to fit folk-song tunes (e.g. Tilliburlero) or found folk-song words for which Patrick Crowley has composed new tunes. 1.M.K.L. WOYZECK—not Everyman, but Every Man's whipping-boy, and so, potentially Any man: that's a grand pronouncement, worthy even of the Drum Major. A disturbing pronouncement too, about a German play written a hundred years before its time. Prophetic. For the Drum-Major, bully-boy, could be Any Man too; and most of us are complacent as the Captain. Disturbing. A disturbing play; perhaps a great play, unfamiliar to most of us. It was an "experimental" production and what an experiment! In The Round, the mill-race turning, grinding-down the poor, feeding the fortunate. Heavy Symbolism! Aha!—unfashionable; something to criticise; but it would be glib criticism and unfair. It was more than symbolism; it was both the theme and inspiration of the production. Sandy Day knows he is not yet versatile, but his Woyzeck was an outstanding performance by any amateur standards. He was a man frustrated beyond endurance, not just at the agony of his impotence against exploitation, but also at the stagnation of his own intellect. Buchner, 1 think, wanted to show the tragedy of denying a man his potential and of Society thus wasting its own talent. The agony of a mind full of ideas and no vocabulary to express them produced Sandy's twisted, tortured expressions. He wanted to communicate, but seemed only a buffoon. So he retreated and gave us the vacant stare, the bovine submission, only to break yet again into frustrated anger at himself. These were not the only contrasts. Woyzeck was happy for a time, naively happy, and Sandy showed us the gentle touch of simple love and then the awful realisation of betrayal and the deadly obsession with revenge. Woyzeck became both animal and man, a bull in the ring, provoked beyond reason, yet human as well, cunning in despair. Well done Sandy; it was all there, in your hunted, obstinate expression, your fixed stare. 31

Other performances were not eclipsed. Mark Burn as the Captain, bluff and insensitive of Woyzeck at first. and later too indifferent to help. Louise Stansfield as Marie, passive and maternal, with just a hint of the latent wildness; at her best when regretting her own baser nature: a schizo-phrenic. I would have liked the contrast to have been more marked. John Healey as the Drum Major, the Cock o' the Walk—cynical, selfish, brash, full of life; just the man for Marie. John really had to act, for he was anything but type-cast. It was a great team effort, epitomised by the spontaneous élan in the Scene at the Fair. What tumblers! What roustabouts! What ZEST! What a frenetic hurdy-gurdy of a tune! What a contrast with the cold understatement of Patrick Crowley's voice and guitar elsewhere. Contrast. If the mill-race was the inspiration, then Contrast was the selfconscious strategy of this very successful production: the sudden change of mood: the shock. Disturbing. Good Theatre. Very Good. J.P.R.

"TRIAL BY JURY" "Trial by Jury" was presented in the Memorial Hall on the 8th, 9th and 10th December 1977. Semper fidelis—full houses each evening—and the truism still appies, that nothing staged here succeeds quite like G and S, assuming a fair criterion to be the immediate involvement of audiences responding with complementary rapport to Edmund Field's eighth excellent school production. A pleasant blend of musical and vocal expertise was offered by a talented cast, the musicians, commendably, now in imposing proportion members of the School. The first, most obvious effect was, of course, visual, the stage replete with vivid sartorial contrast (well done costumiers, sewers and menders!), the Lawyers and Members of the Public balanced in colourful humour and size against the more sombrely attired and vocally subdued Gentlemen of the Jury. Dominant (or domineering?) in his centrality, Mark Burn, in shape and antics designed to test our faith in a temperate judicature, earned the concluding eulogy—"and a good judge too." His rotund ebullience and fiery vocality was appositely complemented by a more earnestly melodious Patrick Crowley as the Defendant, and Paul Aagaard as the Counsel for the Plaintiff, both able to communicate with some impact to the furthest regions of the auditorium. Congratulations to Jill Gillett on being the first girl member of the School to take a major part in a School Gilbert and Sullivan production: her rendering of the Plaintiff achieved delicate poise between staunch single-mindedness and pitiable frailty. Attuned to and convinced by her pleas, we even began to regard as injudiciously distracting Mark's humorous background histrionics. The The Usher (Kit Bird) and his assistant (Mark Anderson) upheld the probity of the courtroom whilst allowing rein to the satire, persuading us not to take too seriously these amorous proceedings. Thus, colourful spontaneity, vocal conviction and an overwhelming sense of enjoyment 32

were conveyed to audiences who were nightly appreciative of the production and who departed saddened only by a realisation of its brevity. R.J.B.

SHEPHERDS' PLAY & CAROLS December 14th/15th 1977 The Drama Centre was used to great advantage for this entertainment, an evening divided between music and a mystery play. The wind band, under the direction of Mr. Riley, played first for the audience to sing Christmas carols, establishing a convivial mood at once. There followed a charming selection of Christmas music arranged by Leroy Anderson; the orchestration for wind instruments was amusing, and seemed as much fun to play as it was to hear. Three carols, arranged for recorders and percussion and played by Philip Burton, Robin Jones and Michael Bowstead, showed the acoustic virtues of the building as well as the talent of these young musicians. Refreshed by an interval for coffee, the audience sang again—after obediently rehearsing the 15th century tunes—to open the Wakefield Second Shepherds' Play, from the Towneley Manuscript, put into modern English by David Holbrook. The play begins on a note of realism and humour with the three shepherds' account of the miseries of their lives and the shortcomings of their wives. Jonathan Brierley, Colin Hill and Michael Shipley handled this exposition in a natural style; they all gave mature performances, and took care that the significance of their lives should not be lost. The creation of the lonely mood of the winter hillside by the restrained use of recorder music was good indeed, and the rough peasant costumes helped to set the mediaeval mood. With the entry of Mak the Sheep stealer, played by Robert Hall with great gusto, begins the development of an interlude which has lost none of its comic power in the five centuries since it was written: a lamb is stolen, the theft discovered, and Mak persuades his wife, Gill, to hide it in her bed. Timothy Linton gave the female role a forthright Charley's Aunt treatment, adding greatly to the laughs, and the plot proceeded with a relentless, crazy logic until, when Robert Hall pointed to a stuffed cuddly lamb, pronouncing, "I am the father of that!", the audience was helpless with laughter. The expiation of Mak's crimes is accomplished in a simple, childlike way, and the author prepares us to turn to the serious object of the play with the appearance of the Angel. In a scene of real dramatic power, Simon Woolions gave this part great dignity. The Nativity of Christ, to be contemplated in the closing scene, was acted with feeling, and the beautiful verse spoken with reverence as the author surely intended it to be. The well-known story was given a new poignancy in this excellent performance. P.J.B. PROGRAMME

THE WAKEFIELD SECOND SHEPHERDS' PLAY from the Towneley Manuscript put into modern English by David Holbrook. The audience is asked to sing two Carols, one at the start and one at the end. 33

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THIS ENDRIS NIGHT (15th Century) This endris night I saw a sight, A star as bright as day; And ever among a maiden sung, Lullay, by by, Lullay! This lovely lady sat and sung, And to her child did say: "My son, my brother, father dear. Why liest thou thus in hay? "My sweetest bird, thus 'tis required, Thou thou be King veray; But nevertheless I will not cease To sing, by by, lullay!" The child then spake in his talking, And to his mother said: "Yea, I am known as heaven-king, In crib though I be laid: "For angels bright down to me light: Thou knowest 'tis no nay; And for that sight then may'st delight To sing, by by, lullay!" CAST Jonathan Brierley Colin Hill Michael Shipley Robert Hall Timothy Linton

1st Shepherd, Coll 2nd Shepherd, Gib 3rd Shepherd, Daw Mak, the Sheepstealer Mak's wife Gill 1 Mary An Angel

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Christopher Bentley assisted by Richard Ivcson Clive Broadbent Prompter Jamie Holden Props Stephen Atha, Terry Wallhead Lights Music arranged and played by Philip Burton, Robin Jones and Michael Bowstead with assistance from Paul Bainbridge and Howard Gatiss. Noreen Gypson Costumes Peter Gardiner Producer Stage Manager

NOTE ON THE PLAY This remarkable 15th Century play has been called the first English comedy. The writer, the so-called Wakefield Master, grafts onto the simple account of the Shepherds in St. Luke's Gospel two elements—first, a feeling of contemporary Yorkshire, seen in the complaints by the two older shepherds against the weather and their masters, and in their treatment of their boy, the 3rd Shepherd; secondly a richly suggestive folk-tale, featuring a comic rogue, Mak, the wild man of the moor, who may stand for the fallen Adam that

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Christ was born to save. Before the birth at Bethlehem, we are shown a farcical parody of childbirth, with several double meanings (the lamb-Christ; suggestions of the Eucharist). It has been suggested that the author, "drawing upon fertility rituals, incorporates the ritual of the death and rebirth which was celebrated at the winter solstice". At any rate, it seems clear that, in the original performances, the actor in the troupe who played Gill also played Mary, and that that part of the stage which was Mak's cottage was also a stable at Bethlehem. AT THE END :

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PERSONENT HODIE (Tune of 1360) (Words found in Piae Cantiones 1582) Personent hodie Voces puerulae Laudantes jucunde Qui nobis est natus, Summo deo datus, Et de vir-vir-vir, et de vir-vir-vir. Et de virginco Ventre procreatus In mundo nascitur. Pannis involvitur Praesepi ponitur Stabulo brutorurn Rector supernorum Perdidit dit-dit, perdidit-dit-dit Perdidit spolia Princeps infernorum Omnes clericuli Pariter pueri Candent ut angeli, Advenisti mundo. Laudes tibi fundo, Ideo - o - o, ideo - o - o [deo gloria In excelsis deo!

AN EVENING OF MUSIC AND DRAMA Those who attended the evening of Music and Drama in the Drama Centre on Friday, 24th February were left in no doubt as to the very considerable piece of music written by Robin Walker (Old Peterite) specially for the Drama Centre and for the 1350 Celebrations of the School. His musical setting of "The Bird-Catcher in Hell" (a Japanese Noh play translated by Arthur Waley and set as a music-drama) proved to be a thrilling and inspired work. There must have been difficulties for actors and musicians alike, but all concerned proved themselves worthy of the challenge and this first performance came over splendidly. Gordon Pullin's fine singing of the wordless music was an unusual feature and the boys who took part are to be congratulated on their performances, especially Timothy Kaner as "Kiyoyori", the Bird-Catcher. The cast also included Craig Lawrence as "Yama", the King of Hell; Mark Heywood, James O'Farrell, Nigel Beaumont, Adam Brown, Guy James, Michael Reed as realistic demons; and Fergus Craig and Andrew Whipp as the Chorus. Excellent masks and costumes were by John Gaastra and Noreen Gypson. The music-drama was directed by Peter Gardiner and conducted by the composer. 35

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The evening began with Ravel's Chansons Madecasses sung by Gordon Pullin, and readings by Peter Gardiner and Ian Lowe, which took the place of Yeats's Purgatory on the first night. It was an evening with a sombre air and maybe not everyone's cup of tea. Perhaps another time we might see what Robin Walker can do with the Bird-Catcher in Heaven! On the second night, Yeats's one act play Purgatory, which had been cancelled the first night because of illness, was performed. Purgatory was appropriately placed between the paradise depicted by the Ravel songs and the Bird-catcher's Hell. The play (written in the sparest verse in a mood of intense gloom) tells of the purgatory of a dead woman haunting a ruin, once a fine country house, compelled to relive a guilty moment in her life from which a chain of consequences has evolved. Her son, now an old man, attempts to read her mind and indeed to lay her ghost by destroying his own son, a bastard likely, to judge by the unpleasant remarks he makes in the play, to spread further moral pollution. The old man murders the boy, in the hope of concluding the tale, but. though the ghost seems to have been relieved in the closing moments of the play, the haunting continues without respite. The intensity of this depressing play depends on the acting and verse-speaking of the actor of the Old Man. Tim Raylor portrayed this part with great sensitivity, adapting his voice to the old man's moods, by turns cantankerous, agonized, tender and murderous. As the unpleasant boy, Julian Wilson was a touch too polite perhaps but acted with gusto, once the character was roused. B.C.

PASSION DRAMA Thursday, 16th March, 1978, in the Drama Centre

The Oberammergau Passion Play is performend every 10 years in the small town of Oberammergau in Bavaria, fulfilling a pledge made in the 17th century by the townspeople to God in thanks for protecting them from the then fast spreading plague. With the assistance of 23 boys, 2 girls, slides and music, Christ's Passion—the sign of God's pledge of love, justice and forgiveness to us—was movingly relived under the direction of the Chaplain. With most of the characters some distance from the screen there was a temptation to lose concentration occasionally but, nevertheless, there can be no denying the ringing clarity of the message. Richard Bell and Craig Lawrence narrated clearly as with enthusiastic performances from Paul Moayyedi as Christ, Louise Stansfield as Mary and David Pemberton as Pilate we were led simply through many familiar scenes which now became refreshingly alive. Judas's confusion and treachery suddenly became very personal as we realised how glibly we do exactly the same: "You pour curses on Judas Iscariot And yet in the same paths you tread; For envy, greed and brother's hate Unceasingly exterminate Man's peace, and joy, and blessedness." All too quickly we were led through the tragic, corrupt trial, with ilate desperately trying to find a way out, and understand Christ, until 37

with fresh power we heard those words hitting straight at our hearts, "Father, forgive them, they do not know what they are doing". No time to ponder —the death conquering resurrection and subsequent triumph and glorification were again all too short—but again the point was unmistakable:

"Hallelujah! To Thee who hast risen! . . . Thou hast purchased our salvation, After death—Eternal Life! " Our thanks to Mr. Roden and his excellent team for a skilfully produced and heart warming evening.

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THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE SCENES FROM THE PLAY BY BERTOLT BRECHT Cast Timothy Kaner Chorus Craig Lawrence The Governor Anna Sampson The Governor's wife Fergus Craig The Adjutant David Kean Prince Kazbecki Andrew Eyre, Martin Worner Two doctors Roderick Craig Simon Janine Tapp Grusha Bridget Gray, Christopher Drury, Michael Shipley Servants Carl Hancock, Colin Hill Ironshirts Timothy Raylor Azdak Rupert Smith Grand Duke Andrew Shuttleworth Invalid Christopher Drury Limping man Andrew McMeeking Blackmailer William Sellers, Craig Lawrence Two Lawyers fain Davie Corporal Bridget Gray, Andrew Shuttleworth Old couple James Allen Michael Michael Bowstead, Philip Burton, Robin Jones, Musicians Robin Litten, Peter Fender Stephen Lister Lighting Jamie Holden Props Peter Gardiner Producer Scenes culled from Brecht's lengthy epic drama made for an hour' rather puzzling entertainment on Friday, June 16th. The audience, despite the narration provided by Brecht and clearly enunciated by Timothy Kaner, did not seem to master the rudiments of the political intrigues in the state of Crusinia 'in olden times'. Perhaps the lack o spatial definition, by the use of a bare stage with simple platforming, guided the audience's eyes too little; perhaps the inexperience of th e IIIrd and IVth formers, compared with the half dozen VIth formers in the heftier roles, meant that sections of the play were not projected with the requisite confidence or clarity. This said, there was much to enjoy. The play rotated securely on the twin poles of two remarkable characterisations: Janine Tapp playe . Grusha with a sure touch, as a tough, obstinate, quietly smoulderin

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woman, yet with a warm heart in spite of herself; and Tim Raylor was given a chance to be outrageous as Azdak — this rogue was frantically disgusted by the human stupidity around him, and craftily concerned with saving his own skin, yet was able to evolve a humane morality — 'what there is shall go to those who are good for it'. Anna Sampson acted the part of the empty-headed and vicious wife of the Governor with great relish, and Roderick Craig exuded manly fidelity with a twinkle in the eye. Among the many IIIrd and 1Vth formers in the cast who were able to gain acting experience within the stringent teamwork demanded, mention should be made of Richard Elston's coy and slatternly village policeman (a delightful characterisation), and Colin Hill and Carl Hancock as a couple of soldiers of notable irresponsibility. But all played their part in a large team and seemed to be enjoying themselves, and their enjoyment was soon shared by the audience. P.A.E. HOUSE ENTERTAINMENTS This year's House Entertainments took place on the Friday before the half term holiday amid much enthusiasm from an appreciative audience in a packed school hall. All Houses contributed artists for the event and the performances were arranged in such a way that all the items could be enjoyed whether they were serious or light-hearted in mood. Most of the more serious items were placed in the first half of the programme leaving the humorous items to round off the show and leave the audience in a jovial mood for the half term holiday. The high standard of the acts was appreciated by all those present and indeed at times the applause lasted such a time that it seemed it would never end. Martin Gargan as M.C. took this in good part and indeed encouraged one group to come back for an encore which they duly did much to everyone's delight. Credit must be given to all who took part for their ingenuity in picking the various items for performance; and who would have thought that a rendering of Linden Lea by Dronfield could compare with Fatbelly Jones and partner of the Two Ronnies fame, or the string quartet from Grove with the four Rock and Roll artists from Queen's? The participation of the female members of the school, especially from Manor, added colour to the event and they must surely have found it extremely warm work dancing the "can-can" to Abba's Waterloo. They all looked remarkably like the House Rugby team but perhaps the light was playing tricks! Queen's did produce a real female star (apologies to the boys of Manor) with Miss Mop (Bridget Gray) using the whole stage in front of her male backing-group. On reflection most of those present will remember the light-hearted acts best of all, but it must be remembered that other individuals did receive rapturous applause after their turns. Patrick Crowley with his own composition on the piano started off the evening with a very clever arrangement which incorporated all types and styles of music from classical to rock and roll while Mark Burn, David Reed and Babak Saber captured the audience with a guitar and flute piece during which silence was not even broken by a cough. 39

The night was a great success and worthy of all the applause ii received. The amount of hard work which was put in behind the scene paid off and we all look forward to another House Entertainment Evenin in the near future. N.M.W.

1350 YEARS OF SCIENCE 19th and 20th October, 1977 Those of us who went to Don Hamilton's first lecture, "A Scientific Exploration of Music" expected excellence and found it. How much more difficult then was the task he set himself for the second lecture. with this high standard to maintain and with the truly daunting title of "1350 Years of Science", as appropriate to the School's celebrations this year. But 1350 years of science proved to be impossible, as Science unfortunately did not begin in the year 627 A.D. So the lecture developed into a history of Science from its earliest beginnings up to the present day. The lecture was presented in two halves, the first mainly historical with a dramatic ending in the form of a short play, the second historical with practical demonstrations. In this way, together with a variety of visual aids and characteristic touches of humour, the attention of the audience was held throughout and interest never flagged. We were led through the earliest known scientific and mathematical discoveries (illustrated in one instance by some very dubious juggling with figures), to the ancient Greek scientists and philosophers. We followed the decline of scientific knowledge throughout Europe in the Dark Ages, until the eventual flowering of the medieval universities led to a renaissance in all branches of learning. It was not until the 16th century that Copernicus put forward his theory of a heliocentric universe, and it was to be many years later that Galileo suffered for his heretical Copernican beliefs. We were warned in the programme not to take a simple historical view of the Church as representing mindless opposition to change. This was a timely warning, for in the play that followed, short extracts from Brecht's "Galileo Galilei", adapted by Kit Bird, there seemed little to be said in defence of the Church at that time. Kit Bird took the part of Galileo, and movingly portrayed the young man convinced of the truth of his observations, who is finally reduced in his old age to recanting all his beliefs. The instruments of persuasion were three impassive inquisitors, played by Christopher Bronk, Rupert Brown and David Kaner. Only Pope Urban VIII (John McGrath) retained his humanity. Galileo was not physically tortured, but a chilling description of the rack was given by Michael Johnston as William Lithgow. In somewhat subdued and thoughtful mood the audience at this point adjourned for coffee. After the interval we found ourselves facing the opposite way and confronted with a formidable array of scientific apparatus. Now we moved on to the great figures of modern science: Newton, Priestley, Lavoisier, Faraday, Darwin, Maxwell. There were demonstrations of all sorts from the simple to the complicated; from the lighting of a 40

glowing splint in oxygen to the detection of a passing plane by radar. We saw a simple electric motor and a demonstration of a transformer in action. Geiger-counters were used to detect radio-active playing cards, and to check the contents of a wallet. These, and many other demonstrations, involved a large number of boys, who also helped with projecting the visual aids. The whole venture was clearly meticulously thought out and executed. Every demonstration worked convincingly, the complications and hard work involved must have been immense. In a subject as wide-ranging as this the problem facing Don Hamilton must have been primarily one of selection. Somehow he succeeded in giving us a lucid account of the development of scientific knowledge over hundreds of years, culminating in the great advances of recent times, and demonstrating some of its practical uses. The lectures gain in excellence. We shall look forward to "The se and Fall of the Atom" with high expectations. J.G.

"A HISTORY OF ST. PETER'S SCHOOL." Mr. D. Hamilton and a team of able assistants wrote and published "A History of St. Peter's School" as a part of the 1350th anniversary celebrations. The aim was to inform Peterites of the School's history in an interesting and stimulating way. The magnitude of such a task I I was considerable. The book attempts to set the School's history in the context of important national and local events of the last 1350 years. This has understandably led to a problem of balance since the amount of material available on the School between 627 and 1800 is limited. The emphasis in the first half of the book is therefore more on national and local events. We can only imagine what life in the School was like within this general historical framework for much of this time. From about 1800 onwards more detail is available on the School's development and the balance changes accordingly. The second half is almost entirely devoted to the 18th and 19th centuries and is presented in an authoritative and interesting way. Life during these years is recorded in detail. School rules, the timetable, the development of the curriculum, the fees and examples of questions taken from the 1854 and 1873 examination papers, all help to bring the history to life. Other more serious matters are also recorded: the decline in numbers between 1866 and 1910 followed by the successful expansion in the mid-twentieth century. The valuable contributions of J. Dronfield and K. H. Rhodes are also noted. The book is well presented and easy to read comprising a successful blend of hard fact with amusing anecdote. There are numerous charts, plans, graphs and illustrations which admirably support and enlighten the text. The publishing of "A History of St. Peter's School" is a notable achievement. A few minor inaccuracies do not detract from the work as a whole. Mr. D. Hamilton and his assistants are to be congratulated iton a task well done. We can no longer remain ignorant of the School's past with any justifiable excuse. R.C.G.D. 41

THE THRESHOLD MASOCHISM DENIED I will have unquestioning obedience. But you can't say it now, so you're reasonable. And they're not. You think too much. They laugh—he laughs. But he means it. You can see it behind the smile. Morning run cold shower CE bulging muscles ten 'A's don't t Sweat straight bat head down clean shave four 'A's don't stop OP Oxbridge blues first marry good job breed more can't stop .. No! Too late to ask why, too bad. My life, not yours, I can stop it. Think you can fill up my time, stop me thinking, work it out of me. You can't! Hypocrisy. Structured creativity, broad mindedness in the proper spheres, sound base of discipline, traditions. The dangerous drug originality . .. thinking habits with Insidious and uncontrolled results. Cannot but take a serious view ... thinking or thunkenness (For a limited period only . . . our 627 Vintage Thought) And he moans and he moans--to those who don't matter. But I suppose when we're square We must blame someone, A sheepish grin Mustn't we? Douglas Williamson IV A

THE ROOM Paint smeared air, jam-jars full of murky water, and bits and pieces all over, this to me is the art studio. This one single room is a hive of activity where people sit dawdling with paint on paper or scribble furiously on a sheet of coarse-grained paper with a pencil which has been hacked to bits with a pen-knife. Here also several masterpieces are produced by rather odd-looking people. Squat sixth-formers and lanky boys at the other end of the School sit perched on a chair or table, crouching over small pieces of paper or staring at an engine long-since stopped. The modern tables with "war-wounds" of paint and glue stand roughly in order, not that many people are bothered about order in this room re-named Bedlam. The Master that struts around in here must be mad according to his pupils. He sometimes runs, throws, leaps about and hits people with their work, while at other times he may as well be a dead hamster lying prone in the bottom of its cage. 42

The walls are plastered with hand paintings and display-boards. People paint crude and refined pictures, show a train pulling out of a station, describe a flower or face in a few simple lines and all of them are here on those boards in a multicoloured frieze "Art", they say, "is a way of describing yourself", and this room describes everything possible in every possible manner, from posters to models. Everything in this room is a creation of man, and is admired by men. The broken skulls and clocks lie scattered, like corn in a field, around the room. Some are covered with a fine dust while others are swamped in it, after having lain hidden from prying eyes and hands in locked cupboards. These innumerable objects are described by one ungainly word—models. Surely something better could he thought of and yet I suppose it would be very hard to think of a word as intricate as the objects themselves. And at the end of each day as the night draws on there is still one lonely boy sitting here amongst the organised disorder, dreaming of a picture in his mind so exquisite it would be impossible to put on to paper. And even he must leave, and when he is gone a small glow appears around every brush, tube of paint, table, model, drawing, print, and even the humble pencil joins in that well timed "Dance of the Studio", and we return to our deadly dull 9 to 5 o'clock routine of the tense "outside". J. E. Hirst, III BI

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THE FINAL ESCAPE An old hermit sat with dreamy thoughts, Silently sifting useless memories. He gazed over the barren wasteland That was his life. Had it been one futile rebellion? His sudden tiredness, His broken spirit escaping From a mass of profanity. As he surveyed his soul A divine faltering came into his thoughts. He lay down silently, prayed. And knew the ultimate freedom. C. W. A. Ashurst, 4B *

TRENCHES ON THE MADRID FRONT (Some thoughts inspired by "Memorias de la Guerra Civil") A solitary line of earth separates us, But we are far apart. To reach you, a lifetime. Strange roads, strange beaches. Yet, nevertheless, hostile brothers, How close our blood. 43

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You, who were once at my side On the same playground swing, Why do you hide yourself away In the dusky April evening Like a sinister menace? You, carpenter who opened our door, Engineer of my summer train, Bellringer of Sunday mornings . . . But when victory is reaped in The wheatsheafs of our fields We will meet again, on the plains by the Manzanares. Richard Coates, 4C

Fragment: I SAW HIS ROUND MOUTH'S CRIMSON... by Wilfred Owen I saw his round mouth's crimson deepen as it fell, Like a Sun, in his last deep hour; Watched the magnificent secession of farewell, Clouding, half gleam, half glower, And a last splendour burn the heavens of his cheek. And in his eyes The cold stars lighting, very old and bleak, In different skies. An Appreciation I think this is a very clever poem, as in no line does it say that it is about a soldier dying. It is a descriptive poem, but not obviously. You can tell it is about a soldier being shot and a man watching him die, feeling helpless to stop it, just watching. The poet describes in the I first line that he could see the blood coming from the man's mouth. He uses an analogy to describe this in the second line: "Like a sun, in his last deep hour. . ." I believe that before the comma, Owen was saying that the man resembled the sun but after the comma, he is referring to the man; that is the man being in his last deep hour, but Owen has chosen his words well, in that the second clause of the line is an ambiguous clause, either referring to the man or to the sun. Throughout the entire poem everything has double meaning. The dying man is a personification of the sun going down, leaving darkness again in the poem. When the soldier is shot, his body goes in to darkness as the sun (life) he possessed drains from him as he dies. So does the earth die as the sun disappears over the horizon. In the third line, "Watched the magnificent recession of farewell. . ." this again refers both to the man and the sun. In the fourth line, the man clouds over as life is flowing away. The sun goes down like his 45

life; the clouds cover the sun and where the sun shines through is half bright, whereas the other clouds further away are dark. And the man is half alive but half his life is gone, like the dull clouds. Just as the sun disappears over the horizon it lets out a great burn before it leaves us, a short, sharp burst of light, its farewell or its encore. So, the man does this, has a very last burst of life just before he dies, either to pass on some secret or to wave goodbye, that last violent burst of energy shines through before death snatches him from this earth. The sixth line is about the man's eyes, next how the stars illuminate both the dead soldier's eyes, those stars being his tears and the frozen water on his lifeless eyes. But there are very different stars which light up the sky, old and far away and giving off very little light. The stars are in different skies; the man's eyes and the open spaces. Throughout the poem, Wilfred Owen keeps up the comparison between the soldier dying and the sun disappearing over the horizon. Both are very similar. David Kean, Ma 1977'

COMBINED CADET FORCE We have had a year of many changes, overshadowed by the death in November of RSMI Power. It would be difficult to measure the great contribution Mr. Power made to the Contingent in more than thirty years of unstinting service. Everyone who was in the School in those years will have his own memories and stories of that remarkable personality, and those who were in the CCF knew him in a special way. Encouraging, driving, inspiring, Mr. Power could turn a moment of tension at an Annual Inspection to one of good-humoured ease, or a grumbling Army Section, soaked from a day's exercise at camp, into a unit determined to make the best of it and get ready for the next bit of work. All who went to those big army camps will remember the arrival of Mr. Power, as the night exercise was about to close down, with stew and coffee, and his unique ability to make the occasion both amusing and worthwhile. We recall, too, with gratitude how often Mrs. Power and Mr. Anthony Power gave us their help. After such a heavy loss, we were indeed fortunate to be joined in January by RSM H. A. Tooms of the Royal Irish Rangers, who came to us part time while he was still in the Army and full time from later in the Easter Term. Mr. Tooms has quickly established himself with us, both as an instructor, notably in Shooting, and as an administrator. We hope he will be happy in the School and in the Contingent. Captain Croft has felt it is time for him to give up his appointment as Adjutant. We thank him for his careful management of the Contingent office, and for his work on the training side, particularly with Arduous , Traingptes. At the end of the School year, Flight Lieutenant Harris retired from full-time teaching and has resigned his command of the Royal Air Force Section, which will be taken over by Flight Lieutenant Drysdale. Flight Lieutenant Harris served during the Second World War as an officer in 46

the Royal Air Force Technical Training Command, and was thus able to bring to the CCF soon after the war particular skill and experience first to form a Signals Detachment, which played an important part in the days when the CCF included most members of the School, and then to take command of the Royal Air Force Section. Every opportunity was taken by Flight Lieutenant Harris to secure for the RAF Cadets their full share of Flying Scholarships, Gliding training, Air Experience Flying, and many excellent camps and courses. In addition he initiated the entering of cadets each year for 0 level Air Navigation, and quietly gave up much of his spare time to teaching them for it with some very successful results. Members of the RAF Section have been kept up to the mark, and have been given the fullest encouragement not only to take advantage of the splendid opportunities open to them, but also to put something back into the Contingent by staying on as instructors and administrators and thus gaining invaluable experience. The Contingent is deeply grateful to Flight Lieutenant Harris for the long and distinguished service he has given. In general we have had another successful year, and the standard of turn-out and bearing at the Annual Inspection was mostly good. The Inspecting Officer was Rear-Admiral J. A. Bell, B.A., B.Sc., LL.B., Director Naval Education Service. We were glad to welcome as the Admiral's Aide Flying Officer J. D. Harrison (O.P.), who was stationed at RAF Linton-on-Ouse for part of his training as a pilot. Lieutenant J. Craven, R.N. (O.P.) was also able to join us for the day, and this pleased us very much as he has given us much help during the year when he has been on leave. The Officers of the Contingent wish to record their appreciation of the work of Coxswain J. N. Denison and Warrant Officer J. R. MarkwickSmith in their long association with the CCF. With many other responsibilities in the School, both have maintained very high personal standards as senior NCOs and have given a lead in their respective Sections. They have made constructive suggestions about training and administration and have learnt, sometimes from mistakes but more often from successes, some of the difficulties that are to be overcome in organising training programmes and in carrying them out. CCF SHOOTING The announcement made last year that shooting would in future be confined to our own small bore range fortunately proved wrong. We had to start again in a sense, but we were able to get some bookings on the Strensall ranges in the Christmas and Easter terms, sometimes in bitterly cold and wet weather; but it proved worthwhile as we lost many of our summer bookings because the ranges were being rebuilt in May and June, so at least we had given new shooters some experience. We were determined to take a team to Bisley, which we did not do last year, and although we were not successful, we felt it was a good thing to find our way around in this high-powered competition. We entered for the Ashburton and the Marling, and by making a double entry in the Iveagh we were able to let everyone, including our two markers, have a go at a competitive shoot. We finished in the lower half of all these matches, but with some good individual performances we did better than we had expected. The following formed the Bisley team: 47

The Eight: R. C. Barker (Capt.), J. P. J. F. Abbott, L. G. Bleasdale, P. G. Cuckston, D. M. Ellison, J. Galley, J. R. M. Hewitt, N. J. Jemmett. Ninth man: M. A. Lodge. Cadet Pair: C. G. Broadbent, D. R. Wass. Markers: R. D. Nield, R. T. Coates. All the above shot in the Iveagh (500 yards) competition.

At Altcar we did reasonably well, and in the CCF Skill at Arms meeting at Strensall we came third out of twenty in each of the three matches, Cadet Jemmett coming second out of eighty in the Individual Championship. Our internal competition took place at Strensall on the Electric Rang with results as follow : Recruit Cup : R. T. Coates Inter-House: Queen's Green Howards Cup (for best Individual Shot): J. R. M. Hewitt. The Donegall Badge for Shooting and for outstanding service as Armourer was awarded to L. G. Bleasdale. In future we shall confine shooting to full-time members of the CCF. The scheme of associate membership produced bigger numbers for choice of teams, but the public expense of ammunition and the use of equipment and ranges make it reasonable that those who are prepared to take a full part in CCF training, particularly in imparting their own skill with weapons in training others, should enjoy the advantages of the sport. D.G.C.

At Bisley we were delighted to meet David Harding, a former Captain of School Shooting. He had just won, by a large margin, the Queen's Medal for champion shot of the Territorial Army. Last year he was runner-up for the Medal in the Regular Army; and to share his triumph this year, many of his former regiment, the 10th Gurkha Rifles, had come to Bisley. Our warm congratulations to David Harding.

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December saw the Navy Section joining the RAF Section, or rather opposing them, in a night excercise on Strensall Common. The fictional situation and the inability to completely avoid making mistakes combined to make this a generally enjoyable event. Excitement was augmented by the use of flares, thunderflashes and blank rounds in rifles. Appetites were worked up in anticipation of a more than welcome meal served by the catering staff back at school, and amusingly fruitless attempts were made by cadets to wash camouflage paint off hands and faces. In November some members of the section spent a week end at H.M.S. Caledonia in Scotland. Activities indulged in included shooting with SLRs, working with diesel-engined cutters, swimming, a tour of a conventional submarine and witnessing the Remembrance Day Parade in Edinburgh. Making use of the bowling alleys and a cinema visit added to the already excellent quality of the elements which made the weekend so enjoyable. The General Inspection was held in May, the Inspecting Officer being Rear Admiral J. A. Bell. The extensive preparation for the inspection resulted in the creation of an impressive effect by the section both on the parade ground and during the afternoon's activities. The latter included rigging up a jackstay across the river and its consequent use by cadets as a means of crossing from one bank to the other. Closely following the General Inspection was a weekend at Dall, Loch Rannoch. Most of the newly joined, enthusiastic third formers took the opportunity to go on this visit. The training, with all its memorable incidents included swimming and canoeing in the not uncool waters of the loch, building jackstays and deathslides at the cadets' own risk, and climbing. Tuesday afternoons have continued to provide opportunities for weekly training. The winter season was in itself a partial cause of much classroom work culminating in some promising results being made by cadets under exam conditions. Use was made of the school range for pistol firing and opportunities for .303 shooting at Strensall were eagerly taken by cadets in the section. On these occasions SLRs and sub machine guns were sometimes also used. Weekly activities for the summer include much outdoor work such as the construction of load-bearing equipment and boatwork. The end of the summer term marks the end of Coxswain Denison's time as leader of the section, and we would like to express our gratitude for all his efforts in organisation and his active role in CCF life. The section has a lot to look forward to, the nearest future event being the arrival of a twenty-six foot cutter which will provide much interest and doubtless augment already evident enthusiasm. R.D.N. ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION

The RAF Section has been pleased to welcome F/O R. Drysdale during this school year, and will benefit from his previous experience as an RAF CCF officer at West Buckland School. 14 cadets joined at the end of the Easter term and this brought the total number at the general inspection to 37, 3 less than the establisment. 50

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In the proficiency exams 2 passed at advanced level, 5 completed part III, and 4 obtained part II. Sgt R. Collingwood-Gittins is to be congratulated on obtaining a B grade in 0 level air navigation with a very limited amount of instruction, and so also is Cpl J. F. Abbott who obtained a distinction in the advanced proficiency exam. Gliding qualifications during the year were obtained by Sgt M. E. Wilson, Sgt G. Schofield and Cpl P. Swiers. Once again air experience flying took place at RAF Leeming and conditions were satisfactory for this activity on no less than 5 occasions. Usually on each visit it was possible for 10 cadets to fly in dual controlled Chipmunks and the section would like to express its appreciation to Sq/Ldr Ritchie, the officer commanding the AEF at Leeming. RAF cadets have been ably led by Warrant Officer J. Markwick-Smith assisted by Sgts M. E. Wilson, G. Schofield and R. C. CollingwoodGittins and a training programme with a fair degree of variety has been provided including a night excercise. Sgt R. Collingwood-Gittins was the N.C.O. in charge of the St. Peter's School flight at RAF North Luffenham in July 1977, when a plaque was presented to the school for the best all round performance in drill, shooting, swimming, initiative and night exercises. This year's RAF camp was at Cranwell from July 15-22nd and 15 cadets enjoyed an excellent programme of varied activities. The Section came second among eleven schools for all-round efficiency in the Camp, and first for standard of appearance and for maintaining the tidiness of their quarters. P.L.H.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD SCHEME The Annual Presentation of Awards took place in the School's Memorial Hall on the evening of Saturday, 8th July, when Miss Marjorie Hodgson presented the following Awards: —

Stephen Ashton David Aspinall Christopher Bentley Andrew Blacker Anthony Booth Jonathan Brierley Richard Chapman Simon Dee Anthony Elliott Simon Etches John Farrow Andrew Fawthrop Marc Gee Andrew Green Paul Aagaard Christopher Coates-Walker Richard Barrett

BRONZE AWARDS 1978 Paul Moayyedi Martin Hall Andrew Nodder Nigel Harness Gary Oates Christopher Hobson Deb Pal Adrian Hitchenor Jeremy Prendergast Charles Hopkinson Andrew Reed Peter Ibbotson Jason Schofield Richard Iveson Michael Shipley Martin Jesper Jeremy Taylor Stephen Kettlewell John Taylor Richard Lister Charles Walker Robin Litten Simon Webb Simon Longthorp Jonathan Winchurch Lindsay McDonald Simon Woollons Andrew Megginson SILVER AWARDS 1978 Paul McCarter Roderick Barron Michael Sunley Mark Blackburn Simon Shilleto Peter Fender 51

Martin St. John Turner

GOLD AWARDS 1978 Duncan Fawthrop

In addition, Gold Awards have been gained during the year by:— Alan Heavens Philip Lancaster Christopher Greaves Geoffrey Brown John Greaves

The year has been a very busy and eventful one, from which we have learned a great deal—usually by making mistakes. The Bronze Award Group has been bigger than ever before, with the result that a great deal of the work and initiative has had to come from the boys themselves. Particularly pleasing, has been the wide variety of Interests being pursued—sometimes entirely new interests, like the Kite Flying, for which a syllabus was devised by two of these boys. I would not have believed that Kite Flying could occupy anyone for the necessary six month period, but have revised that opinion. We again owe thanks to Mr. Deighton, who undertook the huge task of assessing the Expeditions in June, with willing and useful assistance from a number of boys from the Gold Award Group—who played their part in keeping the Fourthformers on the right paths. The Silver Award has effectively been taken by two groups during the year: some members of the LVI have been working towards this for a long time and finally attained it; while a small group of Vth formers went on to Silver after their Bronze Awards. For various reasons— like falling off bicycles—some of these did not reach the actual Award, but I hope they will fulfil the remaining requirements in the early part of next term. That cycling accident deserves further mention: perhaps it should not have happened, but it did. The most re-assuring thing is to know how willingly the boys were helped when help was most needed, and how well the boys coped themselves. Their earlier training and their common sense were enough to limit the damage to its minimum. Their assessor, although technically unable to pass the entire group, was full of praise for the way in which the boys dealt with the whole business. The Gold Award Groups continue to work very hard—often not directly for themselves in the Award, but helping with the work of the other groups. The MVI Gold expeditions found September Lakeland at its wettest; but they profited greatly from the experience and they have come close to completion of the Award at the end of their "A" Level year: I hope to be able to announce a large crop of Awards for this group in next year's Peterite. The LVI Gold group, less committed to academic work, has been as helpful as ever: though they do not organise themselves as quickly as I would like, they are nevertheless getting through a good deal of work, especially in the Interest and Service sections of the Award. I cannot omit—as ever—a clear statement of our debt to the vast group of people who have helped during the year: the Scheme could not possibly continue without such aid and assistance so willingly given. I will mention Mr. Wilson, Mr. Macdonald and Mr. Daniel by name only because their aid is so continuous and direct to the whole Scheme; but all the others deserve equal thanks. D.J.H. 52

SCIENCE SOCIETIES SENIOR SCIENCE SOCIETY This year has been an extremely successful one for the society—and this, in itself, has caused problems. At the beginning of the Autumn Term we found that at St. Peter's alone we had one hundred members out of a total Sixth Form of about one hundred and forty. The regular meeting place of the society at both schools had to be changed to accommodate the numbers attending the meetings—our Drama Centre proving an ideal place for holding Senior Science Society meetings. For the first meeting of the Autumn Term, which was held at Queen Margaret's, we welcomed Dr. Bayley-Green, Ph.D., whose talk on "Rabies" proved very thought provoking. The film accompanying the talk showed the awesome results of rabies in such detail that it made rabies appear as serious a threat as it is. Dr. Paterson from Leeds University showed how forensic science is involved in criminal and civil law. The questions after the talk centred on how to avoid giving a positive result with a breathalyser when under the influence. Also from Leeds University came Dr. Von Knorring, who spoke on "Gems and Precious Stones". The next two speakers came from Bradford University. Dr. Stonehouse gave a talk entitled "Deep Sea Biology". Mr. Fozzard gave a talk on a current topic, namely "Nuclear Power". He presented the talk without bias and ended by leaving the members to decide the crucial question of whether it is advantageous or not. The term ended with members of St. Peter's visiting Askham Bryan Agricultural College. The tour was a success despite it snowing! After the Christmas break we resumed with talks from three members. Richard Collingwood-Gittins tried to teach the less mathematical the Special Theory of Relativity, John Lethem taught us Water Divining and Richard Craig took us briefly through the basis of Astronomy. Intending that not all the talks should be highly scientific, our next talk proved rather historical. Red flu managed to cancel the meeting once, but with a little white magic the meeting was finally held. Mr. Peel gave a talk on "Witchcraft". Being a leading authority on the Lancashire witches, he concentrated on this topic. The penultimate meeting was on "Photochemistry". Dr. Griffiths, of Leeds University, dealt with the subject thoroughly—even demonstrating several chemical reactions without the laboratory equipment necessary—one disadvantage of the Drama Centre. A joint trip to Bass Charrington's brewery at Tadcaster proved an immensely popular end to the term's activities. I would like to thank Bass Charringtons for the refreshments we received! The last meeting of the society for the year was kindly given by representatives of Savilles who demonstrated the latest in Hi-Fi. My thanks to Mr. P. L. Harris for another excellent season of talks and trips; to the members of the committee of both schools and to Alex Tyson and Sarah Shaw for acting as Queen Margaret's secretaries. D. J.F. 53

THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY The beginning of the Autumn Term saw the formation of a new Historical Society, under the guidance of Mr. Drysdale, the aim of which is to foster an interest in History in the widest possible sense. The function of the elected committee, which was presided over by Mark Anderson was to decide upon a termly subscription and to arrange a programme which would be of interest and of value to members of all age groups in the school. A visit to London was arranged in the Spring Term with members visiting the Imperial War Museum and the Houses of Parliament, and this was followed up in the Summer with a visit to Helmsley Castle and Rievaubc Abbey. We were also fortunate in being able to organise visits of a selection of outside speakers. Lectures by Dr. Addyman speaking on "Excavations in York" and Mr. David Trent from Amnesty International were of general interest whilst Professor Aylmer, and the distinguished Old Peterite Dr. Christopher Hill spoke on aspects of the Civil Wars which were relevant to the subject being studied by "A" level candidates for the History Special subject. All talks were received well and thanks must go to all the speakers who so kindly gave up their time. Several films were arranged for fund-raising purposes, with subjects ranging from "The Charge of the Light Brigade" to "The Day of the Jackal." Response to the society was at first not enthusiastic but membership has risen during the Spring and Summer terms, despite the restrictions placed on the Summer agenda by exam commitments. Thanks must go to all committee members, especially in the publicity section where much hard work has gone into advertisement of events. J.G.

YOUNG FARMERS CLUB Under the chairmanship of Graham Bulmer and support of a new enthusiastic committee the Club made a good start. The new committee was S. Megginson (Secretary), R. Wilkinson (Minutes Secretan ). P. Swiers (Treasurer) and C. Lister and C. Burdass. During the Autumn Term there were four meetings and one visit. At the first meeting Mr. Quarrie, director of H. Bushell and Sons Ltd., gave an illustrated talk on Ford Tractors. At the next meeting Mr. Dawson, of Hargreaves Fertilisers Ltd., gave a talk on the work of the company. On the 13th October representatives of the committee attended an advisory committee meeting which was followed by an excellent meal given by the School. The next Club meeting was a very interesting visit to the Sugar Beet Factory. The fourth meeting was a talk given by Mr. Bradley, the Area Supervisor of the Potato Marketing Board; this talk was accompanied by an excellent film, showing the work the Board. The final meeting of the term was a talk by Mr. Hardman, lecturer in charge of Pickering Agricultural centre, who illustrated his talk with slides and a film of life in the college. In the Easter term there were four meetings and two visits. The first meeting was a talk illustrated by two films on Sperry/New Holland 54

machinery given by Mr. Gillah. The second meeting was a talk, illustrated with slides, entitled "Calf rearing" by Farmway. The third meeting was a talk by Mr. Seward on International Harvesters. There was then a 3rd and 4th form trip to the "A.I. centre" down Stockton Lane. The final meeting of the term was a film show on David Brown Tractors. The term finished with a 5th and 6th form visit to Askham Bryan College of Agriculture. At the end of term we saw the departure of Graham Bulmer, and Philip Swiers was elected as the new chairman. During the summer term there were two meetings, a talk by the Milk Marketing Board and a visit to High Mowthorpe Experimental Husbandry Farm on a damp Sunday afternoon, but we were well entertained. The year finished off with an advisory committee meeting on Thursday 29th June, where suggestions were put forward by the committee for next term's meetings. On behalf of the club I would like to thank Mr. Coulthard for his advice, and thank Mr. Macdonald for help in transporting the club on their various outings. S.J.M.

CHRISTIAN UNION KOINONIA Koinonia is an informal Christian group for 3rd and 4th formers, where we meet to discuss relevant issues. Sometimes the discussion stems from the Bible, sometimes we discuss the Christian view of subjects like racial intolerance. We have enjoyed a number of outside speakers, perhaps the most interesting being the visit of Rev. Graham Cray when we joined with the modern music group to hear his multi-media presentation of "Old Wave, New Wave" the trend of pop music today. We meet socially as well. Our Christmas party included singing carols with the residents of Linton Lodge Old People's Home. On Shrove Tuesday we had our now traditional pancakes party when multi coloured pancakes were again tossed and enjoyed. During the Summer term, with members dwindling, we changed our venue from S1 to the more comfortable surroundings of No. 8. Any 3rd and 4th formers who are interested (however vaguely) are warmly invited to join with us. I.J.A. D.J.R.

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT L.VI POLITICS SET 8th May, 1978 It drizzled, but we all enjoyed ourselves. We even saw, and heard some Legislation in both Houses of Parliament. The Robing Room and the Chapel were closed to visitors, an implausible relic of the firemen's strike; but we did hear a policeman bark 55

at one who, not being a Member, had the temerity to "Sit in the Commons". After lunch, we scrambled to exchange our vouchers for Gallery Seats; "Hats off—Strangers! " was called by the Bobby, and that curious anachronism, the Speaker's procession, shuffled through the Lobby, with Wig and Mace. Then: up the narrow staircase: Your briefcase, Sir? Your handbag, Madam? Take an Order Paper, and into the Gallery. Quiet Please! And the muttering from the Floor of the House below becomes clearer as you lean back in your pew against the microphone. Wedgie Benn is answering Questions. Energy Secretary; he's no fool, whatever the Tory Papers claim. Innocent Question and Barbed Supplementary are too easily deflected. The sharpest darts come from his own left-wing, his erstwhile companions-in-arms, the "Tribunites" below the gangway, Dennis Skinner and his henchmen, merciless and ever present. Three-thirty p.m.; the end of Question Time. But, Lo! The House does not empty, as expected. On the contrary, it fills. It must he a Great Event; we are in luck. The Opposition Parties are uniting to defeat the Government on a Clause in the Finance Bill. They intend to squeeze the Chancellor until his pips squeak, with a penny off Income Tax. So, in they troop, the household names: nod to the Speaker: Enoch, and Joe Grimond and Dennis Healey of course. But even they have to wait for Parliamentary Procedure. First, two Private Notice Questions, a bonus for Politics students; then one Andrew Faulds, by profession actor but, while "resting", occupying himself as an M.P., is in the limelight again, bearded like Keir Hardie, with a veritable Red Flag of a necktie. He is apologising for a Breach of Privilege, rudeness in the House. A good melodramatic performance. At last to the serious business. The House goes into Committee; the Speaker's Chair is vacant, the Mace removed, and the Chairman of Ways and Means takes his seat. Geoffrey Howe, the Shadow Chancellor, rises to speak: sneer and counter-sneer. We leave before the Division, but the Opposition get their penny. The cost of the next election? Who knows? Next, into "Another Place" to see for ourselves. Is the modern House of Lords really revitalised? Alas, it seems moribund. "End 'em or mend 'em! "—if you can be bothered. Then came the excitements before we caught the Low Speed Train to York. If you want to hear some Fiction, ask the others. For myself, I had a cup of tea. J.P.R .

SAHARA EXPEDITION EASTER 1978 At 12 01 a.m. on Thursday the 23rd March we assembled at St. Peter's Grove to start our journey to North Africa. From here we were driven down to London Heathrow by Mr. Dawson and Mr. Hubbard, with Mr. Daniel accompanying us to ensure our safe arrival at Malaga. We arrived in London at 7 00 a.m., very weary from the journey, and we settled 56

down for the 11 40 plane to Madrid. This was a little late, but with great excitement and a heavy sense of expectancy we set off for Spain, finally leaving England ten months after the party had been brought together. We arrived in Madrid at two o'clock and departed for Malaga at 4 30. There we met Mr. Bulcock who had driven the Mercedes bus and trailer through France and Spain with all the provisions for the trip, and the bulk of the luggage. Malaga we arrived at a small Spanish town, Marbella (which I weFrom had passed an hour before) where we settled down to a large meal of chicken and chips washed down with some local Spanish wine. We slept our first night's sleep-41 hours—on a roadside. The next morning after an early start we arrived in Algeciras to take the ferry across the Straits of Gibraltar to Spanish North Africa (Ceuta), where we explored the duty free zone. After a few hours we left to make the border crossing into Morocco. Having entered Morocco we made our way to a camp site near a village called Asilah. Here some of the more tired members settled down to sleep after a meal cooked mainly by Mr. Daniel, who showed to us for the first time that culinary expertise which blossomed over the three weeks, whilst others explored the village. When we woke next morning we saw the first bargains of the trip, particularly notable was a fine set of beads acquired by Richard Craig, who was assured that they were amber. Some local traders gathered outside the camp and several of the more intrepid among us went to have our first attempts at haggling, a facet of the Moroccan life which made buying souvenirs hard to resist just for the sheer pleasure of it. That evening we travelled to Tangier where we explored the medina (walled inner city) and had our first Moroccan meal, in the Hotel Tangier. This turned out to be a memorable evening as we met a school trip from the Blue Vale School Toronto, with whom we made many friends. The following day was spent travelling by road to Marakesh. Our day in Marakesh was one of the most memorable of the trip. It started with a tour of the old city, where many sights—and smells—of the squalor and destitution showed to us for the first time the true poverty of Morocco. Also there were thousands of little shops filled with potential "bargains"; it was in a place like this that the party first became aware of the haggling expertise of Nigel Denison, who impressed us by the price for which he had bought an impressive leather pouffe. In the afternoon we split up to explore the famous Marakesh Square, which contained many varied acts, ranging from snake charmers to a dentist operating without anaesthetic. The next day we travelled, stopping on a patch of land 6,500 feet up the Atlas Mountains, whilst some fearless mountaineers, under the lead of Mr. Daniel, and with John Abbott bringing up the rear, set off for a walk. The rest of us who stayed behind had time to ponder over the trip, and write our letters. We spent a pleasant evening by the campfire listening to music and eating another of Mr. Daniel's delicacies. We finally settled down to a quiet night's sleep. The following day we travelled to Goulimime, in Southern Morocco, hoping to travel Tan Tan Plage, but unfortunately the military stopped us going further south because of a war over the Spanish Sahara. So the next day, despite Mr. Bulcock's efforts to get us through, it was decided to travel eastwards to Zagora in order to try and search the 57

sandy desert by some other route. Yet again we were stopped, at a road block, near to the desert fortress of Foum El Hassan—the most southerly Moroccan outpost. After a while we were let through, and under the guidance of a Moroccan soldier, we found our way over the rocky desert to the fortress. We were given the hospitality of the camp by the commander in chief and the army doctor. We were offered a military escort to Tata the following morning at 8 30, but the route was too rough, so we declined. That afternoon we were guided for a walk through the desert by the doctor to find some ancient carvings. We returned to an old building in the oasis to spend the night. We were joined after our meal by the commander and the doctor, to whom we sang some British folk songs. The next day we washed in the oasis and travelled back to Goulimime where we saw the Camel Market the following day. Only Marcus Tyson dared to show the desert nomads the way to ride a camel. For the next two days we travelled towards Erfoud in search of the sand dunes, seeing on the way some of the most spectacular scenery in Morocco, around the Quazazate area and in particular in the Dades Gorge where we cleaned ourselves in the river. Also Nick Squire managed to catch a scorpion, which he also managed to put out of harm's way. On day thirteen (4th April) we reached the sand dunes, at a place called Mozouga, and spent our time climbing up them and rolling down. The next day we arrived at Fes where we went for a true Moroccan meal in a Muslim restaurant. The next morning we wakened early to the sound of rain on our tents, and started to travel back to Tangier by crossing the Rif Mountains. Whilst in the Rif Mountains we passed through the village of Ketama, the Marijuana centre of Morocco, which showed to us an all too obvious source of wealth to the Moroccans. Finally we arrived back in Tangier that night. We made our way early next morning to Tangier harbour to catch the Hydrofoil to Gibraltar. We spent a hectic and expensive time in Gibraltar. Returning to Tangier we spent our last Moroccan Dirhams and had a four star meal in the hiotel Africa. The following morning we crossed out of Morocco into Ceuta and from here back to Algeciras. From here we travelled to a quiet Spanish town Los Barrios. Here we had a meal and after the meal we sampled the local "Jerez" and explored the town. Here we were quite a shock to the local Spaniards, in particular the hairy figures of Stewart Andrews, Colin Bean, and Martin Ellison in their Moroccan sheeps wool waistcoats who caused a few eyebrows to be raised. The next day we travelled to Seville to see the bullfight and explore this beautiful Spanish town for a few days. On 1 1 th April we travelled to see and sample the Gonzalez Byass sherry Bodega, after which we drove to Antequiras where we spent our last night in Spain in a small Spanish hotel. On our last day we returned to Malaga to catch a plane to Madrid and from here to London Heathrow, where we were met by Mr. Squire and Mr. Armstrong who drove us back to York. In twenty-two days we had travelled seven thousand miles, four thousand of them by air; we had motored one thousand miles south of the Straits of Gibraltar, beyond latitude 30° N; we had experienced a 58

tiny part of the Third World and some of its problems; we had shared the experience of desert travel and its scenic splendour; finally, we had established a bond of self-reliant comradeship in circumstances which, though testing, we now look back upon with an appealing sense of nostalgia. M.P.K.

THE SCHOOL TELESCOPE As part of the 1350 Anniversary celebrations, the School has bought an astronomical telescope. Originally, the School was intending to buy a 5-inch reflector telescope, but the School governors were finally persuaded to buy an 8-inch, Cassegrain-type reflecting telescope made by Celestron in the United States. The telescope is equipped with a tripod, a star diagonal, and several lenses, and cost just over £800. The design of the telescope is as follows:— Light passes through the correcting lens of the telescope on to the main mirror. The size of this parabolic mirror determines the amount of light collected, and also the resolving power of the telescope—the larger the mirror, the smaller the angular separation between stars which can be resolved (i.e. seen as two stars instead of one). The light is reflected from the main mirror to the secondary mirror, which then reflects the light through a hole in the main mirror. An image is produced by these mirrors, and the eyepiece then magnifies the image.

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The telescope also has a finder telescope (which has a magnifying power of x6) with cross-hairs, so that celestial objects can be found more easily—if the object concerned is positioned at the intersection of the two cross-hairs in the finder scope, it is then in the field of view of the main telescope. The main telescope is equatorially mounted, and also has a small electric motor which makes it rotate once on its axis in 23 hours 56 minutes. This means that, if the telescope is properly set up with the electric motor running, it will follow any star (or planet) in the sky without further adjustment. The telescope is kept in a locked cupboard which has been built on the roof of the Science Block. It can be used during the holidays, since the key for the cupboard can be borrowed from the Bursar. However, the telescope has to be returned to the cupboard before 10.30 p.m., which can create problems, since, for much of the year it is still not properly dark at that time. This telescope is an excellent instrument, and useful astronomical work can be carried out with one of this size. The lenses with the telescope allow magnifications varying between x40 and x500. With the telescope, much detail will be observable on the surface of the Moon; transits, occultations, and eclipses of four moons of Jupiter, five moons of Saturn, two moons of Uranus, and one moon of Neptune, can be observed; detail on the surfaces of Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn can be observed; many star clusters, double stars, variable stars, nebulae, and galaxies can also be seen. The telescope can also be used to observe eclipses, comets, novae, and asteriods. This telescope is an excellent buy, and, if used to full effect by the members of the School, should be a great asset. R.E.C.

Fencing The death of Mr. Power was a particularly severe blow to School Fencing, for which he did so much. Fortunately the School secured the services of Mr. Norman Millar as coach, and fencing has continued to thrive. In the Public Schools competition, the School Captain, C. J. E. Bird, reached the semi-final of the Junior Foil, and G. W. Tait, who came 4th in the Senior Foil, was again selected to fence for Great Britain in Israel.

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A Railway Society has been formed by the Revd. J. M. Roden, with steam locomotives as its centre of enthusiasm. The Society has had several excursions, and has put on an exhibition.

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ATHLETICS, 1977 As was feared last year in my report the lack of time available and the bad weather proved a fatal combination for the Standards Competition. Can this sport continue in its fullest capacity in our school if we treat it this way-I think not. Those who suffered most in 1977 were the rugby specialists; those who have the most to give and often end up representing the house on Sports Day with the least preparation. The average per boy in each House was as follows:19.8 1. Queen's Winner of the Athletics Standards Competition 16.9 2. Rise 16.6 3. School 15.3 4. Dronfield 14.5 5. Temple 14.0 6. Grove 13.9 7. Manor The Inter-House Athletics Shield was won by Queen's with Temple the runners up, a reversal of last year's result, on a cold but fortunately sunny day. Congratulations to all the winners, a list of whom, and their events, is as follows:Senior Age Group 100 metres-N. Denison (Queen's) 200 metres-N. Denison (Queen's) 400 metres-N. Denison (Queen's) 800 metres-J. Ellison (Rise) 1500 metres-R. Barker (School) 3000 metres-K. Miller (Queen's) Long Jump-K. Kerr (Temple) High Jump-J. Ellison (Rise) Shot Putt-R. Turner (Queen's) Discus-G. Tait (Queen's) Javelin-S. Goodwin (School) Relay: 4 x 200m-Temple

12.9 secs. 25.9 secs. 58.0 secs. 2 mins. 13.8 secs. 4 mins. 40.0 secs. 10 mins. 50.0 secs. 5 metres 24 cms. 1 metre 60 cms. 11 metres 86 cms. 30 metres 90 cms. 40 metres 90 cms. 1 min. 45.3 secs.

Intermediate Age Group

100 metres-J. Guy (Dronfield) 200 metres-J. Guy (Dronfield) 400 metres-I. Hindhaugh (School) 800 metres-A. Tuck (Temple) 1500 metres-A Tuck (Temple) 3000 metres-A. Tuck (Temple) Long Jump-R. Craig (Queen's) High Jump-G. Cole (Grove) Shot Putt-T. Stephenson (Rise) Discus-B. Yeo (Dronfield) Javelin-I. Hindhaugh (School) Relay: 4 x 200 metres-School House

13.1 secs. 26.8 secs. 60.7 secs. 2 mins. 21.3 secs. 5 mins. 10.0 secs. 10 mins. 41.9 secs. 5 metres 37 ems. 1 metre 57 cms. 11 metres 22 cms. 25 metres 36 ems. 39 metres 85 cms. 1 min. 50.7 secs.

Junior Age Group

100 metres-A. Blacker (Queen's) 200 metres-R. Lister (Rise) 400 metres-G. Lomas (Manor) 800 metres-G. Lomas (Manor) 1500 metres-A. R. M. Johnson (Queen's) Long Jump-I. Cramb (Queen's) High Jump-I. Cramb (Queen's) Cricket Ball-I. Cramb (Queen's) 62

14.1 secs. 27.5 secs. 64.8 secs. 2 mins. 31.9 secs. 5 mins. 4.3 secs. 4.00 metres 1 metre 45 cms. 63 metres 77 cms.

N. Denison R. Barker N. Denison J. Ellison

Winner of the Gofton Cup Winner of the Emsley Cup Winner of the Clive Lewis Cup Winner of the Robinson Walker Cup

ATHLETIC STANDARDS CUP

ATHLETIC SHIELD

(average per boy)

Queen's 2. Rise 3. School 4. Dronfield 5. Temple 6. Grove 7. Manor

94 pts. 71 pts. pts. 59 pts. 44-1 pts. 35 pts. 26 pts.

I. Queen's 2. Temple 3. School 4. Rise 5. Dronfield 6. Manor 7. Grove

1.

19.8pts. 16.9pts. 16.6pts. 15.3pts. 14.5pts. 14.Opts. 13.9pts. J.A.0-B.

CROSS COUNTRY 1978 Conditions were more favourable for this year's Cross-country race but the preparation was not so good. A slight deviation from the established course meant that some 300 yards was omitted making the winning time invalid as a record. This season saw a reversal of last year's result with Rise coming home a comfortable first some thirty points in front of the runners up, Queen's, with the Manor in third place. Four of the six runners to count in the Rise team were in the first ten runners in a field of fifty-three, which clinched the trophy for them. TEAM SCORES

RESULTS 1. '). 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

K. Miller (Queen's) P. Burdass (Rise) M. Kerr (Grove) A. Tuck (Temple) R. Bruce (Rise) J. Drinkwater (Rise) J. Brown (Queen's) J. Ellison (Rise) M. Sunley (Dronfield) D. Kaner (Grove)

Rise Queen's Manor Grove Dronfield Temple School

57pts. 99pts. 142pts. 143pts. 145pts. I63pts. 238pts.

THE JUNIOR LONG RUN Dry conditions on a sunny day ensured a close race. Although the out-right winner, A. R. M. Johnson of Queen's, seemed in no real danger of being pipped at the line, as was the case last year, all of the first ten places came in within a space of 30 seconds, with many runners changing position in the last 100 metres of the 1st XV rugby field. In the team trophy Queen's were easily winners with Rise runners-up and Manor third by equal margins. TEAM SCORES

RESULTS

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

A. R. M. Johnson (Queen's) 2. P. Moayyedi (School) 3. T. Hills (Rise) 4. K. Clarkson (Queen's) 5. D. Macfarlane (Queen's) 6. G. Lomas (Manor) 7. F. Newitt (Temple) 8. A. Wright (Grove) 9. M. Walker (Grove) 10. D. Noyes (Temple) 1.

Queen's Rise Manor Grove School Temple Dronfield

273pts. 389pts. 479pts. 491pts. 652pts. 72Opts. 744pts. J.A.O-B.

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RUGBY 1977-78 FIRST XV The opening game of the season against the Retiring Captain's side consisting of fourteen Old Peterites proved to be a popular innovation. The power of the O.P.'s pack dictated the early play but as the game progressed the School's backs, who had hitherto defended strongly, were able to demonstrate pace and versatility to run in six tries by C. Burdass (3), N. Squire (2) and N. Denison. In the following match against Headingley Colts played under blustery conditions on a hard ground, the School failed to capitalise on ample possession and could only manage two tries by K. Kerr and K. Clarkson. Clarkson, the fastest back by far, broke a collar bone and did not play again for the rest of the term. This was to herald the start of a disastrous season of injuries in which by half term only one of the regular backs had managed to play all the games. Against Silcoates, the School started very lethargically and a reorganised back line looked disjointed. particularly in defence. There was a lack of support particularly by the forwards who did not maintain the continuity when the ball was in the hands, a characteristic which persisted in some senior players throughout the season. The resultant win by two penalty goals scored by J. Hughes was indicative of a poor display by the School. The intervention of Sports Day proved costly. R. Prudom, a strong running centre, pulled a hamstring; however, it allowed I. Hindhaugh, a talented fifth-former, to play his first game against Woodhouse Grove. Despite the close scores, St. Peter's were comfortably on top with an early try by R. Turner, who was consistently prominent in the loose, and two penalties by J. Hughes. J. Wilson, who had made such a promising start to the season and had secured the scrum-half position despite severe competition, had to leave the field with a shoulder injury. The reorganised side lost their fluency and allowed the opposition to come more into the game. After four consecutive wins the School were forced to defend for most of the game against Bradford G.S., the strongest opposition of the season, the only score coming from a dropped goal by C. Burdass. To the School's credit it should be noted that Bradford were made to defend desperately during the last quarter of the game. Against Ashville, the School's forwards dominated the game from the start with tries by J. Ellison, M. Gargan, J. Wilson and R. Prudom but an entertaining first half was followed by a complacent, disjointed second half. The final match before half term at Denstone saw an extremely depleted team put up a determined first half without scoring against a sound defence. In the second half, Denstone gained the ascendancy to outrun the School's makeshift threequarters despite the acres of ground covered by J. Ellison in the unaccustomed role of full back. It was hoped that half term would relieve the injury problem, but against one of the best Giggleswick sides for many a year in which the School were outplayed for most of a fast, open, clean game, four players hobbled off the field and were unfit for the following Saturday against 65

King's Pontefract. The School were further handicapped by the loss of skipper M. Gargan and although the seven man pack continued to dominate up front, the lively Pontefract backs were quick to take advantage of any mistakes by the School. Despite losing 12-18 against Ampleforth the match was to herald better times. Playing with the wind the first half, the School built up a 12-4 lead with three well judged penalties by J. Hughes, whose place kicking was outstanding throughout the season, and a neat dropped goal by C. Burdass. Despite territorial advantage, the School failed to cross Ampleforth's line due to their superb cover defence and with the wind at their backs in the second half, their backs ran in three further tries from clean second phase possession. A ragged display against a weak Barnard Castle side in which the School should have trebled the score was followed by a dismal, lethargic display against Durham in which the forwards were well beaten in the scrums by a formidable Durham front row. A home game against Worksop saw the School put on a much better display in which the forwards were dominant and in which K. Kerr, N. Hare and R. Turner had outstanding games. Again several promising attacking moves did not produce tries, more due to lack of continuity than pressure from the opposition. The following Saturday at Pocklington produced one of the most exciting matches of the season. The game was full of fast, skilled rugby but both sides defended so keenly that neither side was able to score. The nearest either side came to scoring was from a long-range penalty by J. Hughes which struck the cross-bar and rebounded into play for Pocklington to clear. On the day neither side deserved to lose although the School may rue their wasted chances which in this game proved costly. The last School match against Leeds G.S. resulted in a narrow defeat for the School. Leeds scored early against the run of play and went further ahead with a try immediately after the resumption. Yet again, it was a case of periodic lapses of concentration which were heavily penalised by the opposition. Although the School were well on top a t the close and replied with tries by M. Tyson and I. Hindhaugh, Leeds' lead was too much for the School to overhaul. The final match of the season against the Old Peterites produced another exciting finish with the School going down by the narrow margin of 15 points to 17 points. It was pleasing to see two O.P. XV's turned out. It is hoped this will be a regular feature. Overall, the season was disappointing. After a promising start matches were lost through injury to key players, particularly against Denstone and King's Pontefract which could easily have been won with a full strength team. In other matches, for example against Leeds G.S., the team's own mistakes let them down whilst against Giggleswick and Bradford G.S. the opposition were markedly superior on the day. It is unfortunate that the season is compressed into about three months. Anyone who is injured for several weeks in reality misses a substantial part of the season. The intrusion of Athletics in the Autumn Term has been regarded as a further handicap in the development of an efficient 1st XV who play against sides which are able to prepare and play their future 1st XVs during the Spring Term. 66

With this in mind, the School were able to turn out on two occasions last Spring Term a side consisting mainly of potential 1st XV players against sides from Nunthorpe G.S. and Scarborough R.U.F.C. This provided an opportunity to experiment with a view to the following season and was a very beneficial exercise. During the Christmas vacation, J. Hughes, J. Ellison and N. Hare attended Yorkshire Under 19 Schools trials. Although none made the final trial, both J. Ellison and N. Hare will have a further chance this season and with a little luck both should catch the selector's eye and make further progress. Colours were awarded to: M. F. Gargan,* A. R. Turner,* J. J. R. Hughes,* K. W. Kerr, J. N. Denison, J. N W. Hare, J. F. Ellison, R. M. Prudom, C. P. Johnson, I. D. Hindhaugh, C. Hawkswell, J. D. Gair, M. J. Tyson, C. W. Burdass, G. W. Tait, N. Squire, S. W. Humphreys. (*Caps). J.W.R.H. MORRIS McGRATH TROPHY As usual this was a difficult trophy to award. Several established players made a marked improvement, none more than J. Hughes whose sound defence and reliable goal kicking was impressive throughout the season. Three fifth-formers eventually established regular 1st XV places, namely C. Burdass, J. Gair and I. Hindhaugh. All were worthy of the award but for all-round improvement the award went to I. Hindhaugh. J.W.R.H. -

SECOND XV The season started off well with a comfortable win against Silcoates, but with injuries to both 1st XV and 2nd XV players, often over a quarter of Game 1 were injured for any given match and including positional changes as many as a third of the team changed from match to match. Those who took part gave of their best but against reasonably settled sides this was often not enough. Perhaps the Denstone match illustrated the frustrations endured by the 2nd XV during the first half of the season. A "scratch" side found themselves down by twenty points in as many minutes, but undaunted they stuck at it, only conceded one second half try, and had the opposition under considerable pressure without managing to score. After half term, with the exception of the Ampleforth game, the side performed creditably and were generally more settled. Against Barnard Castle, the School were able to capitalise on the opposition's mistakes and kept territorial advantage, whilst at Durham in a thrilling encounter both forwards and backs played well in open "end to end" rugby. The improvement was maintained with a good win against Worksop and a narrow defeat against Pocklington. The best game of the season came in the match against the O.P.s with some potential Game 1 players moulding well in a team that showed discipline under pressure and lots of flair. The game was a great success and an enjoyable way to round off the season. J.0-B. 67

SENIOR COLTS On paper the XV was a good side but never quite lived up to expectations. The departure of Ian Hindhaugh and James Gair, to the 1st XV halfway through the season did not help. The team started with two sound wins over Barnard Castle and Ashville College with Ian Hindhaugh scoring the majority of the points. Following this there were only two victories until the end of term, but one of these against Ampleforth College was most creditable. When Nigel Chapman had to move to the vacant fly-half position he rose to the occasion and looked most promising. John Cooper was the replacement in the three-quarters and scored some fine tries to justify his inclusion. Scrum half and captain Mike Johnston always worked hard to lead the side, and a similar example was set by Cliff Irwin in the back row of the the forwards. However, the side never lost the will to win and came back with a fine victory over Pocklington in the final match. The following played and were awarded colours. R. M. Barron, J. Cooper, J. H. Howie, J. Guy, C. N. E. Butterworth, N. J. Chapman, M. W. Johnston (Capt.), S. P. Longthorp, D. E. Gardner, T. C. Stephenson, R. M. Craig, W. G. Nettleton, I. G. Wilson, P. J. Nicholls, C. E. Irwin. B.A. UNDER 15 XV Christmas Term This was a term of mixed fortunes. Three defeats out of the first four matches necessitated a change in tactics, and later results were much better. By the end of the term, six matches had been won and five lost. The strength of the team lay in the pack supported by the captain, Stubbs, at scrum-half. The pack, though lacking height, was strong in the tight and formidable when the forwards were handling the ball. The front row of Johnson, Watson and Brierley won a lot of ball, especially in the fine win against Ampleforth. In the second row CarderGeddes was a tremendous worker and the loss to the Under 16 XV of Longthorp was offset by the emergence of Fallow as a first-class mauler. In the back row Webb and Sellers were always at the heart of things, whilst at No. 8 Iveson, when fit, was a great strength. Unfortunately he missed several matches, though in his absence McDonald was an able deputy. Behind the scrum, Stubbs kicked superbly, particularly when playing back to the pack. Outside him, the backs were always outsized and usually outpaced. It is to their immense credit that they tackled superbly and it was only against the talented Pocklington team, when both first choice centres were unfit, that the defence was unreliable. At fly-half and inside centre, Kettlewell and Lister showed considerable promise. Kershaw was always strong and difficult to tackle. On the wings, Lee improved with every game and has a lot of natural talent, whilst Dixon, if rather frail, never lacked courage. Behind them, Noyes was reliability itself in defence and showed potential in attack. Team: D. M. Noyes, G. F. Lee, A. H. Kershaw, R. W. Lister, A. J. Dixon, T. S. Kettlewell, C. J. Stubbs (Capt.), J. N. D. Brierley, J. D. F. Watson, P. E. Johnson, A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, D. C. Fallow, M. I. Sellers, S. W. C. Webb, R. H. Iveson. D.K. 68

UNDER 15 'B' XV The team enjoyed a reasonably successful season winning four and losing three of its matches. As with last year's team, they found the opening fixture against a relatively strong Nunthorpe 'A' XV, a difficult affair and never really threatened the home side. In their second match, however, at Ashville College, they came back strongly from a one-try half-time deficit to score two late tries, both largely individual efforts by Pell. Webster added the goal to one of them. Their next match at Durham was, despite losing, a most enjoyable game. The windy conditions made life difficult, but both teams worked hard for openings which never really came in a game played in excellent spirit and very well handled. Hymers were really no match for the team at York and the tally of three tries could have been greater. Probably the best performance came against a useful Read School 'A' XV under severe pressure much of the game, a break by Ibbotson from a maul tipped the balance our way and the defence, in which Beaumont and Webster were outstanding, stuck bravely to the task of containment. A very pleasing win against Pocklington, away from home, in heavy rain looked to have set them up for a grand finale to the season but the return with Hymers was unaccountably lost against a side quite comfortably beaten in the earlier part of the season. A satisfactory season all round, notable for gritty team effort rather than any individual brilliance, although Pell did emerge as an effective centre and top try-scorer. The following represented the team: Beaumont, Blacker, Booth, Chapman, R., Dee, Etches, Gee, Hitchenor, Rjort, Hobson, Hopkinson, Ibbotson, Linton, McDonald, Megginson, Pell, Reed, Schofield, Taylor, J. P. M., Webb, Webster, Wright. A.W.R. UNDER 14 COLTS The principal difficulty with the Under 14 Colts this year was selecting the best side with boys in their correct positions. There were few, if any, outstanding players and the fact that boys played for the A team reflects the situation. The other problem was rather more serious—we couldn't score tries! The forwards could certainly match the opposition for size and in the tight, but they were slow around the field and reluctant to run at the opposition—a problem common to the backs also. The result was that players seldom received the ball on the burst and hence sufficient momentum was not achieved. The backs handled and tackled well and eventually learned to attack and defend as a unit. The potential of this side is good. In the second row, Richard Dibb and Robert Gair are both over 6 feet already—Richard was rarely beaten in the line. Russell Broadbent is a quick striking hooker and Tim Hills a tireless open side flanker. With John Pulleyn strong at prop and John Farrow learning to channel his enthusiasm at No. 8 there is the basis of an excellent pack. What a pity that Richard Bell is small at the moment and that we were without his services for so long through injury. 69

Outside the pack, Andrew McGrath was sound at scrum-half although he needs to vary his play and work on a quicker service. Richard Knocker, Neil Hamby (who also missed a number of matches through injury) and Rupert Smith were always dangerous. Nigel Clayton at full back saved many certain tries before moving to the wing to allow Jonathan Atkinson in at full back. Jonathan's improvement augurs well for next season. I am sure that as this team grows up and matures, it will be a difficult side to beat. I.J.A.

UNDER 14 'B' XV Despite the lack of strength at the top end of the A" team this year, competition for places was very keen. The depth of players at lower 'A' team level extended thr ghout the 'B' team and even further. In fact boys la e e T's during the season, 15 of whom also played for the 'A's at some time. With this strength, it is hardly surprising that the T's annihilated all but 2 of their opponents, one of the 2 being an 'A' team anyway. The outstanding points scorer was J. M. Hall with 14 tries

to his name. There were weaknesses however, in particular the reluctance of most players to tackle when the opposition ran at them. Perhaps it was the- lack of practice in defence in so many easy matches that allowed too many points to be given away on other occasions. The team will have to learn to tackle much more efficiently if their most impressive record is to continue through to the Under 15's. D.J.R.

RESULTS FIRST XV

Wed. 21st Sept. Sat. 24th Sept. Wed. 28th Sept. Wed. 5th Oct. Sat. 8th Oct. Wed. 12th Oct. Sat. 15th Oct. Wed. 2nd Nov. Sat. 5th Nov. Sat. 12th Nov. Wed. 16th Nov. Sat. 19th Nov. Sat. 26th Nov. Sat. 3rd Dec. Thurs. 15th Dec. Sat. 17th Dec.

Retiring Captain's XV (home) Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts (home) Silcoates (home) ... ... Woodhouse Grove (away) Bradford G. S. (home) Ashville (home) ... Denstone (away) ... Giggleswick (away) ... King's Pontefract (away) Ampleforth (home) ... Barnard Castle (away) Durham (away) ... Worksop (home) Pocklington (away) Leeds G. S. (home) Old Peterites (home)

Result Won Won Won Won Lost Won Lost Lost Lost Lost Won Lost Won Drew Lost Lost

F. A.

Wed. 28th Sept. Wed. 5th Oct. Sat. 8th Oct.

SECOND XV Silcoates (home) ... Woodhouse Grove (away) Bradford G.S. (home)

Won Lost Lost

35 4 3 4 0 32

Sat. 15th Oct. Wed. 2nd Nov. Sat. 5th Nov.

Denstone (away) ... Giggleswick (home) ... King's Pontefract (away)

Lost Lost Lost

0 32 10 12 0 20

Wed. 12th Oct.

Ashville (away) ...

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10 6 12 3 24 0 0 6 12 16 0 13 0 8 15

13 0 0 6 30 3 28 16 18

18 0 14 3

0 14 17

4 35

0 48 Lost 9 7 Won Drew 16 16 Won 14 0 6 9 Lost 0 14 Lost 14 20 Lost

Ampleforth (away) Sat. 12th Nov. Wed. 16th Nov. Barnard Castle (away) ••• Durham (away) Sat. 19th Nov. ••• Worksop (home) Sat. 26th Nov. ... Pocklington (away) Sat. 3rd Dec. ... Thurs. 15th Dec. Leeds G. S. (home) Old Peterites (home) ... Sat. 17th Dec.

Wed. 5th Oct. Sat. 8th Oct. Wed. 12th Oct. Wed. 2nd Nov. Wed. 9th Nov. 1 Sat. 12th Nov. Sat. 19th Nov. Sat. 26th Nov. Sat. 3rd Dec.

Sat. 8th Oct. Wed. 12th Oct. Sat. 15th Oct. Wed. 2nd Nov. Sat. 5th Nov. Sat. 12th Nov. Wed. 16th Nov. Wed. 23rd Nov. Sat. 26th Nov. Sat. 3rd Dec.

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THIRD XV Woodhouse Grove (away) Barnard Castle (home) ••• Ashville (home) ... Giggleswick (away) Fyling Hall 1st XV (home) ... Ampleforth (away) Fyling Hall 1st XV (away) ••• Worksop (home) ... Pocklington (home)

Won Won Lost Lost Won Lost Lost Lost Lost

UNDER 16 COLTS XV Barnard Castle (away) ••• Ashville (home) ••• Denstone (away) Nunthorpe G. S. (away) Pocklington (away) Ampleforth (home) ••• Durham (home) Hymers 3rd XV (home) ••• Worksop (away) ... Pocklington (home)

Won Won Lost Won Lost Won Lost Lost Lost Won

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UNDER 16 COLTS 'B' XV ••• ••• ••• Wed. 16th Nov. Durham (home) .• • ... ... Pocklington (home) Sat. 3rd Dec.

Won Lost

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Wed. 5th Oct. Sat. 8th Oct. Wed. 12th Oct. Sat. 15th Oct. Wed. 2nd Nov. Sat. 5th Nov. Sat. 12th Nov. Sat. 19th Nov. Wed. 23rd Nov. Sat. 26th Nov. Sat. 3rd Dec. Wed. 25th Jan. Wed. 8th Feb.

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UNDER 15 COLTS XV Woodhouse Grove (home) Barnard Castle (away) ••• Ashville (away) ... Silcoates (away)... Giggleswick (home) ... King's Pontefract (home) ... Ampleforth (home) Durham (away) Hymers (home) Worksop (away) ... Pocklington (away) Bradford G. S. (home) ••• Hymers (away)

15 COLTS 'B' XV rpe G.S. 'A' (away) ... Nunthorpe Wed. 5th Oct. ... Ashville (away) ... Wed. 12th Oct. ••• Durham (away) Sat. 19th Nov. ••• ••• Wed. 23rd Nov. Hymers (home) Read School, Drax 'A' (home) Wed. 7th Dec. ... ... Pocklington (away) Sat. 4th Feb. Hymers (away) Wed. 8th Feb. 71

••• ••• •• • ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• •••

Won Lost Lost Lost Won Won Won Won Lost Won Lost Won Lost

Lost Won Lost Won Won Won Lost

UNDER 14 COLTS XV Woodhouse Grove (home) Wed. 5th Oct. Sat. 8th Oct. Barnard Castle (home) Silcoates (away)... ... Sat. 15th Oct. Langley Park (home) ... Mon. 31st Oct. King's Pontefract (home) Sat. 5th Nov. Wed. 16th Nov. Durham (home) ... Wed. 23rd Nov. Hymers (away) ... Worksop (away) Sat. 26th Nov. Pocklington (home) ... Sat. 3rd Dec. Bradford G.S. (home) Wed. 25th Jan. Hymers (home) ... Wed. 8th Feb. Sat. I 1 th Mar. Ashville (home)

Lost Lost Won Lost Won Won Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost Won

UNDER 14 COLTS 'B' XV Woodhouse Grove (home) .. ... Wed. 5th Oct. Wed. 19th Oct. Silcoates (away) ... Fyling Hall (home) Wed. 9th Nov. Wed. 16th Nov. Durham (home) Fyling Hall (away) Sat. 19th Nov. Wed. 23rd Nov. Hymers (away) ... ... Read School, Drax 'A' (home) Wed. 7th Dec. Pocklington (away) ... ... Sat. 4th Feb. ... Wed. 8th Feb. Hymers (home) Sat. 11th Mar. Ashville (home) ...

Won Won Won Won Won Won Lost Won Won Lost

UNDER 14 COLTS 'C' XV Wed. 23rd Nov. Hymers (away) Hymers (home) Wed. 8th Feb.

Won Won

Wednesday Saturday Saturday Wednesday Saturday Wednesday Saturday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Saturday Saturday Wednesday Saturday Wednesday Saturday Saturday Wednesday

20th Sept. 23rd Sept. 30th Sept. 4th Oct. 14th Oct. 18th Oct. 21st Oct. 24th Oct. 25th Oct. 27th Oct. 4th Nov. 11th Nov. 15th Nov. 18th Nov. 29th Nov. 2nd Dec. 9th Dec. 13th Dec.

1st XV FIXTURES 1978 Retiring Captain's XV ... Headlingley Colts ... Silcoates Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle ... ... Ashville ... ... Denstone (10.30 a.m.)... Royal Hospital School, Ispwich ... Colchester R.G.S. ... Stowmarket H.S. King's Pontefract ... Ampleforth Bradford G.S. ... Durham ... ... Worksop... Pocklington Giggleswick Old Peterites

INTER-HOUSE RUGBY SENIOR COMPETITION Queen's 16 pts.; Rise 0 pts. JUNIOR COMPETITION School House 8 pts.; Temple 4 pts. (after extra time)

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BOAT CLUB 1977-78 Christmas This term was almost totally devoted to maintaining and renovating the boats and equipment in the boathouse. A team, under Mr. Duncan, worked very hard to prepare the boats for the oncoming season and a lot of very useful work was done. On the rowing side of things — at York Spring Regatta—the club had no success.

Easter Once again it was decided not to form a 1st VIII and the Senior river oarsmen concentrated on Fours with a view to Head of the River races. A training weekend was held in York during the term to decide crews for the inter-regional championship under 18 events for the North-East of England region, and several School crews entered. In the Yorkshire Head of the River there was some good rowing, especially from the 1st IV w:-to entered Senior B and came second, but in a time faster than that of the crew who won Senior A. The Novice Four also had a very promising row.

Summer On the first Saturday of term the School was represented at Sheffield Regatta by two crews, the 1st IV who lost in their first race, and the Colts 1st IV who lost in the final to Bradford. York Spring Regatta also proved to be unsuccessful in terms of School Boat Club wins. However, the 2nd IV showed the way by a memorable win over Durham School at the Durham Wear Regatta. The same evening the Boat Club Dance was held, which was very successful, raising £360 for the Boat Club funds. Many thanks to all who came and gave their support, and especially to all those who helped with the preparation and tidying up. At our own Invitation Regatta for the Junior River crews, we had no wins but the experience proved to be very useful and at Bradford Schools Invitation Regatta the Colts 3rd IV won, and the Club won the Macleod Trophy for the most successful club to enter the regatta. Bradford City and Tees Regatta were both held on the same day and School crews went to both. The Colts 1st IV were beaten in the final of the Under 16 event by St. Leonard's, and the first Pair ever to row in competition for the School won its first race but capsized in the second! The Novice Four were beaten in the final by Durham A.R.C. at Tees Regatta. Over half-term two crews, the 2nd IV and Colts 1st IV, went to Cambridge Regatta and although there were no wins it was very much enjoyed; and many thanks to all the Old Peterites at Cambridge for their hospitality.

Another fund-raising activity was the York to Goole long distance row which was completed in 5 hours 2 minutes and 20 seconds and raised just over £100. At Durham Two-day Regatta the Novice Four quite deservedly got their status and David Cooper (Stroke of the 1st IV) won the Novice Sculling event. 73

Successful Colts Crew at Sheffield Regatta.

Brinkmanship between Goole and York.

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At York Summer Regatta, the following weekend, the Colts 1st IV won by beating Lancaster Royal Grammar School, and at Leeds Spring Regatta both the Colts 1st and 2nd IVs were finalists in Junior Under 16 and Novice respectively. After a rather slow and unsuccessful start to the season the Boat Club has built up steam and in all has won six trophies. It was also good, and sometimes amusing, to see a pair racing for the Club, namely Ken Murray and Simon Wetherell. The theft of two outboard motors in the Christmas term meant that coaching was very restricted and although a new engine was soon bought it was not put into use until special locks were fitted in the Boathouse. The Club also purchased a hard-shell coaching boat. Many thanks to all the very hard-working coaches who nevertheless overcame the difficulties and put in many long hours of coaching on bicycle and on foot. It is a very great loss both to the Boat Club and to the School that Mr. Patrick Duncan is leaving us. We will miss his guidance in boat maintenance and especially his, sometimes a little obscure, coaching! After all, they do it at Cambridge — or so he says! Anyhow, on behalf of the Boat Club and their colleagues, I should like to thank him most sincerely for all he has done for the club over the past 12 years. We wish him all the best for the future.

R.M. Club Officers 1978-79: Captain: Paul McCarter. Vice-Captains: Andrew Leckenby and Stephen Lister. Boatswain: Jonathan Drinkwater. Senior Coxwain: David Brooke. Senior House Rowing Cup: Dronfield. Junior House Rowing Cup: Rise. Senior Sculling Cup: D. Cooper. Junior Sculling Cup: J. Drinkwater. Coxes Sculling Cup: A. Gillett. Open Pairs Cup: J. Clayton/C. Irwin. Andrew Sherris Cup for Coxing: J. Gillett. Cup for most improved oarsman: I. Budge.

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In 1977 various crews helped row a total of over 120 miles in a 24hour period to raise money for the Boat Club equipment fund. As some found the repetitive course a little boring, the venue was changed this year — only to face a threatened cancellation due to a bore of another kind: the Yorkshire aegir (or aegre). The Ouse is not a particularly pleasant river in its lower reaches — at least as far as its banks at low tide are concerned — so it was planned to row upstream from Goole towards the beauty of York. Unfortunately, given that the weekend of Sunday, 4th June was the only one free in the regatta calendar, the course in the end had to be reversed to use an ebbing tide and to avoid the aegir. Gerry and Shirley Gray, two of our ever-faithful supporters, very

kindly accompanied the crews for security as well as interest in their

55 h.p. launch. Accompanying them in turn were 'coach' Andrew Gray and the timekeeper-cum-photographer extraordinaire D.J.H. B.M. drove 75

the Mercedes minibus plus trailer, and with Messrs. Morcom and Moore the gaggle (they like being on water?) of oarspeople gathered at Nahurn to see the 1st IV complete the initial stage downstream to the lock. The boat was duly — and muddily — ported, and from then on it was plain sailing. The changeover at Cawood went smoothly with the help of the Whitecross Powerboat Club's pontoons, and Selby provided no real problems other than unsavoury odours from the muddy banks. The term 'sailing' used above was now not totally out of place, as a fresh breeze was making conditions quite difficult. When the Colts 1st crew handed over to 2nd IV at Barmby Barrage the wide Ouse was sporting white horses on its wavelets. Undaunted, Jill Gillett sat bravely at, and at times in, her wet task and steered "Mary" to the final destination. At Goole the tide was so low that the boat had to be split and dismantled while floating in the water to allow a safe lift-out'. All was achieved smoothly, if not a little slowly, amidst muddy legs and ankles, wet clothes and tired bodies. It had taken 5 hours 2 minutes and 20 seconds for the row. The only disappointing note was that the launch developed engine trouble on its return journey, and it took longer to cover the distance than it had done under oar-power. Very warm thanks must go to the Gray family for all their help and support, the car drivers, all those who sold and particularly bought tickets, and of course to the crews: 1st IV, 2nd IV, 3rd IV, Colts 1, Colts 3. The final total of money raised was £105. Who knows what will happen next year? B.M.

HOCKEY 1978 This surely must have been one of the most disappointing seasons from the point of view of the weather. All four sides when they were able to play showed that they had flair and determination and had we completed a full season I think it would have been one of the best in recent years. The first eleven under the captaincy of Edward Parkinson showed skill and a team spirit which led them to win the four inter-school matches which were able to be played. They not only defended well but the number of goals which they scored showed that there was considerable ability in attack as well. Our defeats came against a verb. strong Styx side and against a touring college side from Cambridge. It would be invidious to mention any names, for this year success came from a team effort and it was this that pleased me more than anything. The captain, Edward Parkinson, led the side very well and I congratulate him on his personal play and on his captaincy. The second eleven was an interesting blend of senior players an colts who gained a lot of experience which I hope will stand the fi eleven in good stead next year. They more than any other side we frustrated by the weather. 76

It was pleasant to see the standard of talent and enthusiasm in the colts sides, both Under Sixteen and later in the season at Under Fifteen. It can only be good for school hockey and it makes me look forward to next season with a lot of hope. Finally my thanks to all players, ground staff and my colleagues for their help during the season. R.H.H. First Eleven: Team from: S. M. Burn, E. M. Parkinson (Capt.), A. M. Precious, J. J. R. Hughes, J. P. Ross, R. Collingwood-Gittins, G. W. Tait, K. Miller N. J. Chapman, J. F. Ellison, J. R. Ross, R. E. Craig, K. J. Miller. Second Eleven: Team from: M. F. Quirke, J. R. Markwick-Smith, R. E. Craig (Capt.), J. A. McGrath, J. H. Baggs, C. G. Rymer, M W. Johnston, J. D. Gair, M. P. Kerr, K. J. Miller, R. A. Kaiser. Colts Eleven: Team from: M. A. Lodge, H. T. D. Hilton, J. M. Shirtcliffe, C. W. R. Chantry, B. S. Yeo, A. C. W. Campbell, A. R. Taylor, S. W. Prest, P. J. Nichols, M. W. E. Watson, A. P. Burdass. Under 15 Eleven

Team from: J. C. Winchurch, L. R. P. McDonald, M. G. S. Bunney, J. N. D. Brierley, J. D. F. Watson, C. J. Stubbs, J. R. C. Taylor, M. C. S. Gee, D. M. Noyes, S. W. C. Webb, R. P. A. Chapman, R. W. Lister, T. S. Kettlewell. FIRST XI HOCKEY MATCHES 1978 v. Army Apprentices College (Home) Won 2-1

After only one practice the school took on, with amazing success an Army side which had been playing together since September. Play was understandably a bit scrappy and an early goal was conceded. However, a high work rate brought two goals by half-time which was sufficent to clinch the match. The opponents improved markedly with time but the school contained them well conceding no further goals. Healey 1, Ellison 1. v. Scarborough College (Home) Won 2-1 The score does not reflect how much better the school was than Scarborough. We did not play well and our lack of practice became obvious. In the end, however, a creditable win was recorded. Tait 1, Chapman 1. 77

v Styx (Home) Lost 5-1 The school's first defeat of the season, against an extremely strong and experienced side. Only occasionally were the school able to put more than a few passes together and move into a shooting position, one such move producing their only goal of the game. Tait 1. v. Nunthorpe G. S. (Home) Won 5-0 A match which always looked the school's from the first goal. This came after 15 frustrating minutes of attacking. With control of the mid field and some fine moves the school scored a meagre total of five goals. Miller 2, Hughes 2, Tait 1. v. Bootham School (Home) Won 6-1 Damp conditions did nothing to prevent a resounding victory over our local rivals. The school team seemed to thrive on a classic third goal. This came from a fast counter attack which caught the opposition hopping. The ball was skilfully moved up field by a series of short well timed passes; the move was started and finished by James Ross. A period of stalemate in the second half was broken by two more late goals. The opposition scored from a penalty flick. J. P. Ross 1, J. R. Ross 1, Tait 1, Miller 2, Ellison 1. v. Christ's College Cambridge (Home) Lost 1-0 A side on tour to Scotland dropped in at York for their first game. The match started well with attacks developing at both ends, but their centre forward who was clear through was brought down in the 'D'. The flick was decisive as no other goals were scored. The school were unlucky on several occasions from short corners. We hope to see Christ's College back for a fixture next year. E.M.P. Home Home Home Home Home Home

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1ST XI 1978 Unbeaten in School Matches (Standing) K. Mohan Esq., C. W. Burdass, A. M. Precious, C. J. Stubbs, J. F. Ellison, I. D. Hindhaugh, M. W. Johnston, D. Kirby Esq., (Sitting) J. H. Baggs, J. J. R. Hughes, R. Collingwood-Gittins, (Capt.) G. W

(Photo: K. Pettinger)

CRICKET RETROSPECT

After last year's disappointing season, it is particularly pleasing to report on a most successful and enjoyable season in 1978. We were even lucky with the weather with not a single ball having to be missed in a far from good summer. Much of the credit for the team's success must go to the captain, Richard Collingwood-Gittins, who set a fine example both on and off the field. It was a pleasure to see the enthusiastic response of the whole team to his positive and encouraging leadership and rarely, if ever, can the School have had such a brilliant fielding team. The basic statistics of the season were that 19 matches were played, 10 won, 8 drawn and 1 lost, this single defeat coming when the team was considerably weakened by examination calls. In interschool matches, 8 were won and 4 drawn. The batting on paper looked rather thin, but it was rarely found wanting. James Ross and C.-Gittins were a fine opening pair. Ross was consistency itself, failing to reach double figures only once in twenty innings. As in the previous season, C.-Gittins only showed his true ability after the end of term. His 117 against V.O.C. Rotterdam was a joy to see and after his 80 against Sutton Valence, one was left to ponder how many runs he would have scored in the season had Sutton Valence been his home pitch, such was his confidence there. John Ellison, Julian Hughes and Charles Burdass all played innings of power and quality and were ideally suited to follow such a reliable opening pair. Ellison and Burdass, like their skipper, revelled in the faster pitches in Kent and it was good to see Burdass, so disappointed with his own form early in the season, win the Sutton Valence for us. Ian Hindhaugh also showed promise for the future, when he realised that application linked with his natural ability to hit the ball a long way would produce more consistent results. His progress was very encouraging, as were the occasional innings of the other younger players. The bowling had great depth, indeed apart from the two wicketkeepers, Hughes and Burdass, all the team could bowl capably. The new ball was shared by John Baggs and Chris Stubbs. Baggs, tall, quick and hostile, was always dangerous, though he got little help from the slow pitches. Congratulations to him on his selection for the Yorkshire Schools Under 19 XI. Stubbs bowled much better than his figures suggest. Like other left-arm over the wicket bowlers, he beat the bat many times without getting the reward of a wicket. The two mediumpace bowlers, James Ross and Andrew Precious, both moved the ball appreciably and were very reliable. The rest of the attack was shared by three slow left-arm spinners. Gordon Tait, so successful in 1977, never really got into the groove. There was a lack of pentration and he bowled too many loose balls. C.-Gittins took some valuable wickets, seemingly having the knack of making a breakthrough, when it was most needed. Late in the season, Michael Johnston came into the team and bowled with immense promise. A big spinner of the ball, he averaged a wicket every two overs, a remarkable striking rate. It was as a fielding team that the XI excelled. The tone was set by Hindhaugh at cover. Very quick and athletic, he saved many runs and put the opposing batsmen under constant pressure. He fully 80

deserved to win the Fielding Cup. The close catching was exceptionally good. Ellison in particular, C.-Gittins, Burdass and Ross took a lot of catches, some of them absolutely brilliant. The 2nd XI also had a very successful season, only losing once—to Selby G.S. 1st XI. Ably captained by Stephen Brown, they batted aggressively and in depth and bowled effectively, particularly when Michael Johnston was in the team, providing variety. The Senior House Cup was won by the Rise, who defeated Dronfield in a high-scoring final. In the Junior final, the Grove beat the Rise to win the cup. The Yeomans Cup for the Single Wicket competition was won by C.-Gittins who beat Ellison in the final. Our thanks to Keith Mohan our coach, to John Hall our groundsman, to Paul Moayyedi, who did a splendid job as 1st XI scorer, and once again we are grateful to the Social Committee, who this season presented us with first-class sightscreens. Finally a comment about the Sutton Valence festival. We are very grateful to the Staff and boys of Sutton Valence for their excellent organisation and hospitality. Reports on the individual matches follow later, but it was interesting to play in limited overs matches and whilst not being wholly convinced by the system, there were certain advantages, which appealed to me personally. Above all, the principle of the team batting second having a realistic number of overs in which to chase a total has much to recommend it. D.K. 2nd XI

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*S. D. Brown (Capt.) *N. J. Chapman *J. R. Dodman *K. W. Kerr *S. W. Prest R. W. Readman 'N. D. Shuttleworth *A. R. Taylor R. J. Brown J. Guy P. M. Johnson J. R. Markwick-Smith K. Miller M. J. H. Moodie C. G. Rymer J. P. Wilson *—Colours

t*R. Collingwood-Gittins (Capt.), 1976-77-78 t* G. W. Tait (Vice-Capt.), 1976-77-78 t*J. H. Baggs, 1977-78 t*J. J. R. Hughes, 1977-78 t* J. P. Ross, 1977-78 *C. W. Burdass, 1977-78 *J. F. Ellison, 1978 *I. D. Hindhaugh, 1978 *M. W. Johnston, 1978 *A. M. Precious, 1978 *C. J. Stubbs, 1978

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SUMMARY OF RESULTS Date 29th April 6th May 10th May 17th May 20th May 24th May 31st May 3rd June 10th June

Opponents Ground Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C.... Home Bradford G.S. Home Home M.C.C. ... Home Durham School Worksop College ... Away York C.C. ... Home The Forty Club ... Home Sedbergh School ... Away Giggleswick School ... Home

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107 for 8 161 48 for 5 47 152 for 7 193 for I dec 113 39 153 for 7 dec. 107 for 5 175 for 5 193 for 3 dec. 146 for 3 143 97 for 6 164 204 for 7 dec. 58

Craven Gentlemen C.C. Ampleforth College Pocklington School ... ... Bootham School ... The Saints C.C. ... Old Peterites ...

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King's School, Rochester

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1st XI AVERAGES Batting No. of Innings Not out 4 20 1 20 4 15 1 17 19 3 2 12 7 12 5 12 3 10 8 4

... ... J. P. Ross R. Collingwood-Gittins ... C. W. Burdass ... J. J. R. Hughes J. F. Ellison ... I. D. Hindhaugh C. J. Stubbs ... ... G. W. Tait R. W. Readman A. M. Precious

Runs 591 643 334 352 349 177 81 70 57 26

Highest Innings 67 117 65 66 81 47* 24 28* 31 11

Average 36.94 33.84 31.27 22.00 21.81 17.70 16.20 10.00 8.14 6.50

Also batted:—M. W. Johnston 15,2,0*, J. H. Baggs 6,6*, S. W. Prest I, N. J. Chapman 0. *—denotes not out'.

Bowling Overs ... M. W. Johnston ... .. J. H. Baggs R. Collingwood-Gittins ... ... J. P. Ross A. M. Precious ... G. W. Tait C. J. Stubbs ...

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36.1 194.4 47 122.5 113.1 187 148.3

Maidens 8 61 10 35 34 58 53

Runs 101 398 169 323 308 491 364

Wickets 17 40 13 21 20 30 21

Average 5.98 9.95 13.00 15.38 15.40 16.37 17.33

Also bowled:—I. D. Hindhaugh 6-0-37-1, J. F. Ellison 4-1-18-0.

ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 29th April Result: Drawn Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 161 (M. Cooper 58, A. M. Preci 6 for 28) St. Peter's 107-8 (J. J. R. Hughes 66) ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played at home on Saturday, 6th May Result: Won by 5 wickets Bradford G.S. 47, St. Peter's 48-5 After winning the toss on a good wicket, Bradford G.S. crashed to the sustained pace attack of J. H. Baggs (6-20) and C. J. Stubbs (2-7). The School's fielding was outstanding. In reply the School also struggled especially against P. Kellet (4-20) but some good shots by J. Ellison (14 not out) saw them to a comfortable victory. 82

ST PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 10th May Result: Drawn M.C.C. 193-1 dec. (J. F. C. Leathley 89 not out, B. Leadbeater 86) St Peter's 152-7 (R. Collingwood-Gittins 82) ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Wednesday, 17th May Result: Won by 74 runs St. Peter's 113, Durham School 39 The School batted poorly against some tight bowling and good fielding. J. P. Ross (20) played well, but the School slumped to 61 for 7. The later batsmen batted gamely, I. Hindhaugh (17), G. W. Tait (17) and C. J. Stubbs (15) all scored useful runs. In reply, Durham got bogged down against G. W. Tait and J. P. Ross and eventually wickets fell quickly. Tait took 5 for 8 in 15 overs and Ross 2 for 7 in 10 overs. With little time remaining, the captain, R. Collingwood-Gittins took 3 for 2 to help the School snatch victory. The close catching was brilliant with C. W. Burdass and Ross taking 7 catches between them. ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played away on Saturday, 20th May Result : Drawn St. Peter's 153-7 dec., Worksop College 107-5 Put in to bat on a wicket which gave considerable help to seam bowling, the School made slow but steady progress. The soundness of the early batsmen bore fruit when the later batsmen took the score to 153-7 dec. C. Burdass (65) was the leading run scorer. In reply, Worksop made a poor start and were never able to make a realistic effort to score at the rate required. The captain, P. Shuttleworth scored a sound 51, but could not increase the run-rate against tight bowling and fielding. On a wicket which had eased greatly, the School never seemed likely to bowl out the solid Worksop batsmen. ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 24th May Result: Drawn York C.C. 193-3 dec. (P. Jackson 68 not out, D. Prest 62) St. Peter's 175-5 (J. F. Ellison 63, I. D. Hindhaugh 47) ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 31st May Result: Won by 7 wickets The Forty Club 143 (E. Martin 55) St. Peter's 146-3 (C. Burdass 40 not out, J. J. R. Hughes 36 not out, J. P. Ross 36) 83

ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 3rd June Result: Drawn Sedbergh 164, St. Peter's 97-6 Sedbergh lost early wickets, but recovered from 44 for 4 thanks to a stand of 87 between M. Allinson (55) and D. Proudman (36). The later batsmen contributed little and Sedbergh were all out for 164. The School's bowlers were steady, though the fielding was not up to its usual standard. J. P. Ross (2 for 20), A. M. Precious (2 for 25) and C. J. Stubbs (2 for 34) were the main wicket takers. With little time to get the runs, the School lost early wickets and the match faded into a draw. J. P. Ross (48 not out) batted well, but the score was made to look worse for the School, as three wickets were thrown away towards the end, when a draw was inevitable. ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 10th June Result: Won by 146 runs St. Peter's 204-7 dec., Giggleswick School 58 The School batted first on a good pitch and had a splendid opening partnership of 143 between the captain, R. Collingwood-Gittins (69) and J. P. Ross (67). There followed a remarkable collapse, when seven wickets fell for 21 runs. This was partly due to some steady bowling by P. Wills (4 for 39), but more because the middle order batsmen showed a total lack of concentration and purpose. Fortunately G. Tait (28 not out) and C. Stubbs (11 not out) then played with greater sense and the School declared at 204 for 7. In reply, Giggleswick found the School's pace attack too much for them and C. Stubbs (4 for 19) was particularly successful. The later batsmen had no answer to G. Tait (4 for 15) and Giggleswick were dismissed for 58. ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 14th June Result: Lost by 51 runs Craven Gentlemen C.C. 175-5 dec. (J. J. Shires 76, K. Turley 64) St. Peter's 124 (J. J. R. Hughes 58) ST. PETER'S v. AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played away on Saturday, 17th June Result: Drawn Ampleforth College 170-9 dec., St. Peter's 134-5 In a rather depressing game of cricket, the School had the better of a draw against Ampleforth College. In simple terms, Ampleforth batted for virtually four hours on a good, if slow, pitch and left the School slightly less than two hours to score the runs. Ampleforth batted first and after quite a good start lost 5 wickets before lunch. A good stand of 50 between D. Dundas (58) and A. 84

C. Smith (22) did little to inspire Ampleforth who plodded on until they eventually declared at 170 for 9. All seven of the School bowlers bowled accurately with A. M. Precious (4 for 41) and J. Ross (3 for 40) the most successful. For Ampleforth, Dundas held the innings together and although he batted a long time, he did well to prevent a collapse. In reply the School made a fine attempt to score at approximately twice the pace of the opposition. J. Ross (57) did an excellent job, with powerful assistance from J. Hughes (33) but in the end the School had to settle for a draw at 134 for 5. D. Dundas (4 for 27) bowled steadily for Ampleforth and collected wickets as the School chased a quite unrealistic target. ST. PETER'S v. POCK LINGTON SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 1st July Result: Drawn St. Peter's 201-9 dec., Pocklington School 107-8 The School had much the better of a drawn game between these two unbeaten teams. Put in to bat, they had the good basis of an opening stand of 65 between J. Ross (39) and R. C.-Gittins (29). A useful spell by D. Wood (3 for 32) then took the School to 94 for 4, but a fine stand between J. Hughes (53) and I. Hindhaugh (47 not out) put the School back on top. Coming on to bowl as sixth change bowler, A. Brumfield took 5 for 18 as the later batsmen hit out. In reply, Pocklington lost three early wickets and were never able to make a challenge against some tight bowling and excellent fielding. M. Parkhill (21) was the top scorer and in the end the tail did very well to save the game. For the School, A Precious (3 for 11 in 12 overs) was the most impressive bowler. ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 8th July Result: Won by 10 wickets Bootham 80, St. Peter's 81-0 In the local derby Bootham were no match for the unbeaten School XI. At lunch the School's decision to put Bootham in to bat did not seem justified. Only three wickets had fallen for over 50 runs and one of these was an unnecessary run-out. However, the innings collapsed after lunch, the last seven wickets falling for 14 runs. M. Johnston took 5 for 11, including a hat-trick, a remarkable performance for a boy playing only his fourth game for the 1st XI. G. Tait supported him with 2 for 28. For Bootham A. Smith (19) gave the innings a slow but solid start, whilst J. Clough (34 not out) played very soundly and deserved better support. In reply, the School's opening pair of J. Ross (52 not out) and R. C.-Gittins (27 not out) knocked off the runs without any difficulty. ST. PETER'S v. THE SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 12th July Result: Drawn The Saints C.C. 139 (W. Shucksmith 54) St. Peter's 104-8 85

ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 14th and 15th July Result: Won by 9 wickets Old Peterites 40 (J. H. Baggs 7 for 14) and 183 (R. M. Stringer 41 D. L. W. Sim 27) St. Peter's 180-6 dec. (J. F Ellison 52, C. Burdass 51, J. Eatcugh 3 for 18) and 44-1 SUTTON VALENCE FESTIVAL ST. PETER'S v. VOC ROTTERDAM Played at Sutton Valence on Monday, 17th July Result: Won by 250 runs St. Peter's 312-4 dec., VOC Rotterdam 62 Put in to bat, the School made a solid start and as the Dutch boys tired, the School's batsmen took complete control. R. CollingwoodGittins made a superb 117, and J. Ellison (81) and C. Burdass (63 not out) helped in the run spree. The School eventually declared at 312-4. In reply, J. H. Baggs (3-13) took three wickets in his first four overs and VOC then succumbed without much fight to the spinners G. Tait (4-14) and M. Johnston (3-11). ST. PETER'S v. KING'S SCHOOL, ROCHESTER Played at Sutton Valence on Tuesday, 18th July Result: Won by 123 runs St. Peter's 223-7 dec., King's School, Rochester 100 Put in to bat again, the School's batsmen flourished against steady medium paced bowling. R. C.-Gittins (58), J. P. Ross (48), J. Ellison (48) and R. Readman (31) all contributed to a formidable total of 223-7 in the School's 60 overs. For King's School J. Cornett bowled throughout with great stamina, ending with 5 for 83. In reply, King's School lost two early wickets and although T. Kirby (35) and P. Nichols (32) added 70 for the third wicket, the other batsmen failed and J. H. Baggs (5-22) quickly removed the tail in his second spell. J. P. Ross (2-24) and R. C.-Gittins (2-2) caused the breakthrough in the middle of the innings. ST. PETER'S v. CR ANBROOK SCHOOL

Played away on Wednesday, 19th July Result: Won by 9 wickets Cranbrook 87, St. Peter's 91-1 Cranbrook won the toss and batted on an unpredictable pitch. J. H. Baggs (5-32) destroyed the early part of the innings and as he tired, T. Patten (24 not out) and J. Gurr (19) added useful runs, until the spinners took the last three wickets. When the School batted, J. P. Ross (51 not out) and R. C.-Gittins (24) had little difficulty in taking the School to a 9 wicket victory. This was not a performance to be underrated, as the pitch gave considerable help to the bowlers. 86

ST. PETER'S v. SUTTON VALENCE SCHOOL Played away on Thursday, 20th July Result: Won by 3 wickets Sutton Valence 185, St. Peter's 189-7 At last winning the toss, the School put Sutton Valence in to bat and made an immediate breakthrough. From 39 for 4, R. Fetherston (73) and S. Cranner (40) did very well to take the score to 127 before M. Johnston (3 for 52) removed the middle order. J. H. Baggs (5 for 28) again removed the later batsmen quickly. In reply, R. Collingwood-Gittins (80) hatted excellently and although J. F. Ellison (23) started well, the middle order failed against tight bowling and keen fielding. At 148 for 6, the School were in real trouble, but C. Burdass (51 not out), riding a little luck, played some fine shots and took the School to a great victory and saw to it that the School remained undefeated in all inter-school matches. Credit, too, must go to Sutton Valence, who contributed so much to a most enjoyable match, and had their catching been better, there is no doubt that the result would have been different. THIRD XI With many of last year's regulars leaving us, this year has been a time of (not always successful) rebuilding. The emphasis of 3rd XI cricket has always been that the cricket should be enjoyable—what has been sad is the way some have treated this as an excuse to avoid trying to improve their own standard of batting, bowling and fielding. Naturally this applies to the minority—in general the spirit has been good and there have been several notable performances in all spheres of the game. John Dodman scored a very good 50 at Worksop, the excellent running between the wickets by the captain, John Ross, at Nunthorpe all but won us the match and Keith Miller's fielding was always of a high standard. John Ross, Keith Miller, Chris Rymer, Howard Pease and Peter Burdass have all bowled steadily often without luck, and Nick Hare often stepped in to take a vital wicket. My thanks to John Ross for captaining the side this year and to Mr. Hutt for arranging the fixtures. Results: v. Askham Bryan College of Agriculture (away) Lost: Askham Bryan 101 for 5

(30 overs); St. Peter's 65 for 9. v. Nunthorpe G.S. 2nd XI (away) Drew: Nunthorpe 92 for 6 dec. (Burdass 3-17); St. Peter's 92 for 7 (Dodman 39). v. Worksop under 16 (away) Drew: Worksop 157 for 4 dec. (Brookes 112); St. Peter's 98 for 6 (Dodman 65 n.o.). v. Silcoates 2nd XI (away) Won: Silcoates 46 (Miller 4-14, Hare 3-12, Ross 2-7); St. Peter's 48 for 1 (Wilson 20, Dodman 20 n.o.). v. Ampleforth 3rd XI (away) Lost: Ampleforth 171 for 6 dec.; St. Peter's 31. v. Hymers College (home) Drew: St. Peter's 146 for 5 dec. (Kerr 34, Whatmoor 26, Miller 27, Dodman 24); Hymers 71 for 8 (Crawford 23, Rymer 3-7). v. Bootham Park (home) Lost: Bootham Park 107 for 6 (Clout 51) (25 overs); St. Peter's 80 for 9 (Wilson 28). I.J.A.

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SENIOR COLTS CRICKET REVIEW

Although the majority of the matches were drawn, the Senior Colts can be reasonably satisfied with their progress this season. They were only bowled out once and that was on a rain affected wicket against Pocklington, although against Sedbergh it was only the determination of the last wicket pair, S. Kettlewell and J. Taylor, which saved the day. The reason for the numerous drawn games is not hard to find. With just over four hours' playing time, the bowlers lacked the penetration to bowl out the opposition and leave themselves sufficient time to knock off the runs. J. Brierley bowled steadily and was a most improved bowler but rarely troubled the batsmen. J. Simpson, who had pace, only rarely bowled to his potential. It was often left to the spinners, D. Noyes, J. Schofield and J. Wright, to provide the break-through with Wright obtaining the most success. The most technically correct batsmen, namely D. Noyes, J. Wright, C. Hobson and J. Simpson, played several sound innings but often due to lack of strength were unable to punish the bad balls sufficiently. Too often a sound start was not built upon. This placed the middle order batsmen of R. Lister, S. Webb, A. Eyre, J. Schofield and J. Taylor in a difficult position in trying to get runs quickly against bowlers who had been allowed to dominate the pace of the game. Despite the dearth of wins, the most pleasing aspect of the season was the enthusiastic approach by all the team not only in playing their games but in the effort made to improve their technique during the various practice sessions. Several players made noticeable improvements and if this is maintained they should reap the benefits on Game 1. The team was selected from: — *D. Noyes (Capt.), *J. Wright, *J. Simpson, C. Hobson, J. Brierley, R. Lister,

S. Webb, A. Eyre, J. Schofield, J. Taylor, S. Kettlewell, A. Hitchenor, J. Winchurch, J. Watson, S. Woollons, G. Lee, A. Fawthrop. * Awarded colours.

J.W.R.H. SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1978 Wednesday, May 17th Durham 114 for 9 dec. (J. Wright 7-38). St. Peter's 115 for 4 (J. Wright 52; D. Noyes 36). Saturday, May 20th St. Peter's 138 for 4 dec. (C. Hobson 21; D. Noyes 34 n.o.; J. Brierley 34 n.o. Worksop 93 for 8 (J. Wright 5-45). Wednesday, May 31st St. Peter's 152 for 4 dec. (J. Wright 60 n.o.; D. Noyes 46). Manchester Boys XI 154 for 5 (J. Schofield 2-37). Saturday, June 3rd Sedbergh 146 for 6 dec. (J. Wright 3-42; D. Noyes 2-31). St. Peter's 72 for 9 (D. Noyes 21). 88

Wednesday, June 14th St. Peter's 122 for 9 dec. (J. Simpson 71). Hymers 75 for 6 (J. Wright 3-21; J. Simpson 2 for 15). Saturday, June 17th Ampleforth 166 for 7 dec. (J. Brierley 3-31; J. Simpson 2-33). St. Peter's 66 for 3 (J. Simpson 53). Wednesday, June 21st St. Peter's 120 for 3 dec. (J. Simpson 32; D. Noyes 37 n.o.; J. Brierley 22). Bootham 54 for 7 (J. Simpson 4-19; J. Schofield 2-3). Saturday, July 1st Pocklington 52 (J. Simpson 6-18; J. Wright 3-12). St. Peter's 33 Wednesday, July 12th Oakwood 131 for 5 dec. (J. Brierley 2-21). St. Peter's 123 for 7 (R. Lister 40; D. Noyes 37 n.o.).

JUNIOR COLTS `A' team results: Played 6; Won 4; Lost 2

Durham 33 (Dibb 5-8, Simpson 2-3, Kean 2-3). St. Peter's 34 for 4 (Pearson 12 n.o.). St. Peter's 41 (Gibson 12). Worksop 42 for 2. Giggleswick 49 (Kirby 4-14, Willink 3-3, Dibb 2-10). St. Peter's 50 for 1 (J. M. Hall 36 n.o.). St. Peter's 150 for 9 dec. (Gibson 87, Willink 15). Hymers 125 (Kirby 4-32, Willink 5-60). Ampleforth 167 for 7 dec. (Dibb 3-50). St. Peter's 97 (Kirby 30, Willink 25). St. Peter's 105 (Willink 23, Liddle 18, Gair 15). Bootham 67 (Kirby 4-28, Dodman 3-13, Atkinson 2-6). team results: Played 4; Won 2; Lost 2

f St. Peter's 120 for 6 dec. (Kaner 28, J. M. Hall 20, Broadbent 20, Harnby 17). Nunthorpe 'A' 121 for 7 (Bramley 3-38). Worksop 100 for 9 dec. (Sweetman 3-16). St. Peter's 101 for 7 ( J. M. Hall 20, Knocker 16, Nichols 14). St. Peter's 152 for 5 dec. (J. M. Hall 79, Harnby 52 n.o.). Silcoates 81 (Sweetman 5-12). f St. Peter's 54 (Jones 17). Pocklington 55 for 4 ( Jones 2-10).

Both teams have played keenly, enjoyed their cricket and been prepared to practise. The 'A' XI has had depth in its batting, but been a little suspect against accurate bowling, as it was against Worksop. Generally, though, it was more than adequate to cope with the 89

opposition and there were splendid attacking innings by Gibson against Hymers and J. M. Hall against Giggleswick. Willink has a good temperament and his technique is improving; Liddle is powerful off the front foot, but unfortunately did not get going until the end of the season; Kirby is limited in his strokes but can be effective; Harnby and Gair are both good off the front foot, but must learn the technique for back foot strokes to be consistent. There is plenty of skill, and much promise for the future, especially if some of the lessons learnt can he put into practice next season. The bowling was varied, but sometimes lacked penetration, this being due to the lack of a pace bowler, once Simpson was promoted to the Senior Colts XI. Kirby always bowled steadily, gave very little away, and sometimes bowled very well; he has a great deal of promise, especially if he can get a correct line for his slow leg breaks (to a right-hander). Dibb bowled his medium paced deliveries accurately, but as yet has not developed an ability to move the ball much; he had one splendid day at Durham. Willink with his off-breaks and Dodman with his medium cutters each bowled well on occasions. Gibson and then Knocker both kept wicket keenly, were eager to learn, and improved their technique during the season. All in all the team pulled together happily, withstood the loss of Simpson, and show much promise for the future. Kirby and Willink shared the captaincy and both were able to promote keenness and interest, and to gain from the experience. The 'B' team played keenly and enjoyed their cricket. There were two outstanding innings by Hall and Harnby at Hymers, and several good knocks by others during the season. Sweetman was the most successful bowler, though Bramley was consistent with his medium paced deliveries. G.M.S. INTER HOUSE CRICKET -

SENIOR COMPETITION 1st Round Rise 223 for 3 (C. W. Burdass 109 n.o., J. Ellison 55). Temple 68 (D. Noyes 21; N. Shuttleworth 3-17; P. Burdass 5-20). Queen's 55 (M. Kerr 6-26). Grove 28 (Tait 6-1; Johnston 4-21). School House 63. Dronfield 64 for 1 (J. P. Ross 33 n.o.; A Precious 28 n.o.). Semi-Finals Queen's 39 (N. Shuttleworth 5-21; J. Ellison 4-5). Rise 40 for 3 (C. W. Burdass 24; M. Johnston 3-26). Manor 71 for 9 (I. Rayson 34 n.o.). Dronfield 73 for 4 (J. P. Ross 22). Final Rise 189 for 3 (C. W. Burdass 106 n.o.; J. F. Ellison 37). Dronfield 150 for 7 (J. P. Ross 39; P. Johnson 21; K. Miller 24). 90

JUNIOR COMPETITION 1st Round Manor 154 for 2 (S. Webb 96 n.o.; J. Taylor 35). Dronfield 85 (J. Brierley 26; J. Schofield 5-31; J. Taylor 3-21). School House 51 (R. Lister 3-28; A. Hitchenor 3-10). Rise 52 for 6 (R. Lister 20; I. Beaumont 3-19; R. Bramley 2-13). Queen's 59 (J. Atkinson 31). Temple 58 (J. Atkinson 9-21). Semi-Finals Manor 73 (J. O'Farrell 4-7; S. Williams 3-22; R. Lister 3-22). Rise 74 for 4 (R. Lister 50 n.o.). Grove 124 for 3 (J. Simpson 55; J. Wright 39). Queen's 25 (J. Wright 2-9; J. Simpson 5-9; R. Kirby 2-1). Final Grove 147 for 6 (R. Liddle 66 n.o.; J. Simpson 22; R. J. Gair 20). Rise 118 for 8 (J. Clayton 22; J. Simpson 5-34: R. Kirby 2-57).

SWIMMING This year has been a very difficult time for the Swimming Club in many respects. Our pool was out of action from October to June, so much of the time devoted to swimming was lost in travelling to and from local public baths. Land conditioning and weight training were still available, but there is no substitute for actual water work. Therefore the promise of our previous year's young swimming team was never realised to its fullest extent as exams were soon to take our senior swimmers away and School matches had just finished as our wonderfully refurbished pool was available to us again. New records were set up this year in the Senior age group by Kevin Clarkson (Manor) and Roddy Turner (Queen's). Kevin broke the 50 yards freestyle record in 24.2 and Roddy broke his own 100 yards breast-stroke record in 73.2 seconds. In the Easter term the club swam well in the York Schools Swimming Championships with the Under 15 age group coming second and winning the Senior age group, wresting the trophy that had for so long been with Bootham School. Along with some very fine swimming from St. Olave's — who won the other, Under 13 age group — we retained the Rose Bowl for freestyle and medley relays. In the school matches against Worksop (Senior, Under 16, Under 14), Ampleforth (Senior, Under 15), Welbeck (Senior) and Ashville (Under 15, Under 14) some individual age groups won but the overall matches were lost by margins within single figures. Our Quadrangular (Senior, Under 16, Under 14) against Bootham, Bolton and Barnard Castle and our Triangular (Senior, Under 15) against Durham and Newcastle R.G.S. were lost by larger margins but were of equal enjoyment to all who took part. 91

No inter-house or School Water Polo matches were able to take place nor was the inter-house Swimming Gala or Standards Cup able to be competed for. The following boys represented the School this season: N. Denison, R. Turner, M. Gray, E. Lumb, *K. P. Clarkson, *P. Greenwood, *M. Tyson, I. Hindhaugh, C. Walker, R. B. Hall, M. Sellers, R. Iveson, A. Reed, B. Jones, I. Beaumont, L. McDonald, P. Close, *K. M. Clarkson, G. Lomas, T. Hills, A. Brown, M. Heywood, S. Neville and M. Reed. Special thanks must be given to our Middle Sixth swimmers — Nigel Denison, Roddy Turner, Martin Gray and Eddie Lumb — for their commitment and their example and we all wish them well for the future. Special congratulations must go to Kevin P. Clarkson, next year's Captain of Swimming, Paul Greenwood, next year's Vice-Captain, Marcus Tyson and Kevin M. Clarkson for obtaining full School Colours for Swimming this season. J.A.O-B.

TENNIS The pattern of this season's results was similar to last year's; the 1st VI struggling against same very strong teams, with the 2nd VI winning four out of their six matches very convincingly. The 2nd VI was selected from Richard Morris, Nick Adams, Richard Hepworth, Mark Wilson, Ian Wilson, Mark Blackburn, Tim Casling and John Aldridge, and although some of the tennis they played was unorthodox, the results they achieved were well-deserved. Both teams retained a stability in pairing and ranking throughout the season, and Rod Barron and Graham Cole as 1st pair played steadily and consistently. Their success was not confined to School tennis, however, as they were selected to represent the North Yorkshire Under 16 Colts after several area and county trials. This is a significant achievement in the tennis club, as it means that boys can now play further, more competitive tennis, beyond the level of inter-school matches. Steve Temple and John Healey combined well as 2nd pair to play some of the most entertaining doubles tennis, despite being somewhat erratic and over ambitious at times. The 3rd pair of John Lethem and Sam Wright often had an apparent jinx, as they constantly lost sets after playing well and leading easily. A notable victory was the 71-11 win over Archbishop Holgate's, and in the matches against Worksop and Bootham the close scorelines of 4-5 generated a lot of excitement. The season's tennis matches have all been played in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere which has added to the enjoyment of the game, and I would like to thank Mr. Hirst and Mr. Butler for their part in generating this feeling. J.H. 92

THE OXFORD CUP 1977-78 Holders: Queen's

School Pts. DronAw'd field Grove Manor Queen's Rise House Temple 20 20 Senior Rugger 10 10 Junior Rugger 20 20 Senior Cricket 10 10 Junior Cricket 20 20 Senior Rowing 10 10 Junior Rowing 15 15 Athletics Sports 15 Athletics Standards 15 10 10 Cross Country 10 10 Junior Long Run Swimming Sports 1 3- No Competitions—Baths out of action. Swimming Standards 15 15 Tennis 15 15 Shooting (Team) 15 15 Squash 15 15 Fencing -

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THE CHESS CLUB 1977/78 The Chess Club continued to meet on Thursday lunchtimes in the Stephenson room. There was membership of about 20, but only a few turned up at each meeting. Under the captaincy of R. E. Craig, the Chess team, which was in Division III of the York Chess League, had a very successful season. achieving second place in the division (finishing only half a point behind Rowntree's II), and remaining unbeaten in the league. The results (home result first) were as follows: ✓ A.H.G.S. II ✓ Park Grove ✓ Rowntree's II ✓ Acomb ✓ Poppleton ✓ Stockton Hall ✓ Armstrong's III

Won 54-1 Won 6-0 Won 3i-21Won 31-21 Drew 3-3 Won 4-2 Won 31-21

Won 6-0 Won 6-0 Drew 3-3 Won 5-1 Won 34-2/ Won 5i i Won 41-1 i

Four other matches were played—two in a school knockout competition run by the Sunday Times (against Ferens Junior High School, and Hymers College), one in the York Chess League knockout competition (against York University), and the last a friendly against St. Olave's.

✓ Ferens Junior High School ✓Hymers College ✓York University ✓St. Olave's

Won 4i-11 Lost 2-4 Lost Won 4-2

The regular team members were P. Moayyedi, R. E. Craig, P. W. S. De Silva (who has extended his unbeaten run in school matches to 19 games), T. C. Stephenson, D. N. C. Pemberton, and J. M. V. Storey. Others who played for the team were C. Bean, P. A. D. Critchley, R. J. Kirby, B. S. Saber, C. G. Broadbent, and A. D. M. Barrell. The individual records of the regular team members were as follows:

P. Moayyedi R. E. Craig P. W. S. De Silva T. C. Stephenson D. N. C. Pemberton J. M. V. Storey

Played 16 16 14 13 14 14

Won 8 11 8 9 10 8

Drew 3 2 6 0 1 0

Lost 5 3 0 4 3 6

59.4 75.0 78.6 69.2 75.0 57.1

No member of the team is leaving St. Peter's this year, so that the team (which will be in Division II) should be even better next year. The York Under 18 Chess Competition was won by P. Moayyedi (who is still only 15), beating R. E. Craig in the final. P. Moayyedi also reached the semi-final of the Under 15 Competition, losing to the eventual winner. 94

The Inter-House Chess Competition was held during the Summer erm, the results being as follows: 3 Dronfield Dronfield 2 Rise 05 } Dronfield Manor (on 21 Manor 21 board count) Grove 3+ Temple Temple School House 0+ 3+ 1 Temple 0+ Bye Queen's Queen's

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This was the second year running that Temple has won the chess competition, the team being P. W. S. De Silva, A. D. M. BarreII, P. A. D. Critchely, R. I. Hepworth, and C. P. Johnson.

R.E.C. & P.W.S. de S.

TABLE TENNIS During the 1977-78 season matches involved under 19, under 16, and under 15 teams. In order to obtain a reasonable number of local fixtures,

the senior team joined the York and District Table Tennis Association, and were placed in the 6th division. They acquitted themselves well and finished 5th in the league. The position would have been higher had it been possible to turn out the best team on all occasions but difficulty was experienced because of the late hour at which the matches ended. The following have represented the school in these fixtures: M. S. D. Blackburn (Capt.), H. R. B. Pease, S. M. Dixon, T. J. Casling, M. A. Raheem and T. J. Blackburn. M. S. D. Blackburn is to be congratulated on winning the Bagshaw trophy, in a competition open to all members of the York and District T.T.A. but with handicaps according to the league division in which the player normally competes. In the North Yorkshire Schools competition, the under 19 team were eventually eliminated 5-4 by Scarborough Sixth Form College. The under 16 team had a fairly successful season, losing only 2 of its 8 matches. The following have represented the school on more than one occasion : R. P. Jemmett (Capt.), M. J. H. Moodie, D. J. Johnson, P. Moayyedi, T. J. Blackburn and R. J. Kirby. InI the North Yorkshire Schools Competition the team had several easy victories in the preliminary rounds but were eventually eliminated 5-3 by Knavesmire School. P.L.H. 95

INTER-HOUSE 5-A-SIDE SOCCER LEAGUE Bells, banners, big crowds and "projectile bunting" threatened to lead to the banning of spectators from this third year's 5-A-Side matches. Still, it says something for the enthusiasm of the play that so many vociferous people were prepared to turn up at the Sports Centre during lunchtime in the Easter Term. Dronfield were favourites to retain the title as Champions in many people's eyes, although Rise quickly opened up a seemingly unbeatable lead in the table with seven won matches. School House blew hot-andcold, though were particularly unfortunate to have on-going injury problems. Both Manor and Queen's promised a great deal but were either too clever for themselves or very unlucky when it came to scoring goals. Grove battled on almost to the end of all their matches before they gained a win. In the end the competition turned out to be similar to a medieval battle with the two commanders-in-chief leading their men by personal example. Keith Miller of Dronfield, in his first year at the School, and a true "Geordie" to boot (literally), showed tremendous skill; although John Ellison's (Rise) shooting was just as devastating. Eventually the Dronfield team moved into a winning points lead in the penultimate match, and so Rise, who had won the first-ever league, failed to regain the "Sir Matt Busby Trophy". footnote: It must be remembered that the cup—small as it may be—was presented to the School by the late Paddy Power. While Sir Matt Busby was one of his many distinguished personal friends, this rugbyconscious School cannot have had a better friend to soccer than Paddy. Perhaps it is a fitting tribute that the most enthusiastic play in the competition which Paddy helped begin has come in this sad year. B.M./J.A.B.

HOUSE NOTES ➢ IZONFIELD Autumn On our return to school it was a pleasant surprise to see that Mr. Coulthard's health had vastly improved and he was able again to run the house on a full time basis. As well as a new set of juniors we welcomed two new boarding girls into the Lower VI year of the house, Jillian Harness and Wendy Dalby. Athletics once again was upon us, John Ross captained the house and we improved on last year's results coming fourth in the standards, with Terry Wallhead and John Ross gaining high points, and fourth on sports day, with Julian Guy winning both the intermediate 100 and 200 metres races. In the Arts field the House Entertainment evening (formerly the singing competition) the team being P. W. S. De Silva, A. D. M. Barrel!, P. A. D. 96

was on a higher standard so as we had 11 members of the house in the choir (nearly half the 'choir) we decided to do a four part harmony song—Linden Lea, and a lot of time and effort was put in and a high standard was attained on the evening. Our thanks in this respect must go to Paul Rushbrooke who has represented the house on the Entertainments Committee. After half term not the most popular of events—the House Rugby was once again upon us. Luck was not on our side and we were drawn against the eventual winners Queen's in the first round but the team, led by Ian Budge, was high in spirits and although we lost, the score was not really a true reflection of the game. The Junior Rugby team, led by Chris Stubbs also lost against Rise in the first round. It was unfortunate that Mr. Coulthard was unable to take part in Trial by Jury but there was still a good number representing the House in Paul Aagaard, Steve Atha , Chris Bird and Patrick Crowley. Easter

James Ross was made a school monitor in this term. Due to the bad weather our collective efforts were mainly concentrated on indoor activities, notably the House Play. Preparations began for the play towards the end of the Christmas term, the Middle Sixth writing the scripts. The material for the play was taken from many sources but as a whole the play was a concept of Dickens's "A Christmas Carol", our Play title being "Scrooge through his looking glass". When we came to allotting parts we had such a large number of people wanting to take part that we eventually had to give priority to members of the fifth and sixth forms. I think it is a fair assessment that all fifth and sixth forms were involved in some way and a fair proportion of the third and fourth forms as well. On the night the play was received well by an adequately large (and responsive!) audience. I would like to thank the whole cast for contributing so much time (sometimes three nights a week) and effort, and 1 hope that a play will become a traditional event in the years to come. The other success of the term came from the five-a-side soccer team captained by Keith Miller. Having lost to Rise in the opening match, when we faced them in the deciding match we reversed the earlier result to retain the cup. The team consisted of Keith Miller, James and John Ross. Andrew Precious and George Dixon. The Cross-Country Team led by James Schofield put in a valiant effort and came fourth overall, with Michael Sunley coming in a promising ninth position individually. In Squash, we unfortunately lost to Temple in the first round. House colours were awarded to Patrick Crowley. Summer

Cricket seems to be the main interest and time-consuming activity this term. James Ross captained our cricket team, and the team spirit was high after being so narrowly defeated last year. In the first round against School House we won easily and though in the second round against Manor after 20 overs the outcome wasn't clear eventually we beat them convincingly. In the final against Rise, after they had managed 188 for 3 on the first day we found this figure out of our reach on the 97

second day but we knocked up a commendable 150 in the overs allowed. The Junior House Cricket team led by John Brierley were unfortunately knocked out in the first round against Manor. The House Chess Team led by James Ross had successes in the first two rounds against Rise 13-21 and Manor (5-0) but in the final the competition was too high so we had to settle for second place. In Rowing David Cooper, as well as winning a Sculling Cup for the School, retained the House Sculling Cup and captained the House IV which won the Senior rowing competition once again. In the Shooting Competition Clive Broadbent and Richard Coates won the Junior Section, Richard being awarded the Recruit Cup. On the academic front most of the prizes took place in this term. In the extended two day Music competition William Stancer came second in the Junior Keyboard Section. Many members of the House took part in Musical events too numerous to mention but it is noticeable that there is a keen interest in the junior—a good sign for the future. David Cooper won the Prize for the most promising pupil wishing to take a medical career and Stephen Atha won a prize for his work behind the scenes in stage productions, notably lighting. In the Speech Prize Dronfield cleared the board with Patrick Crowley winning the senior section and Guy Norman the junior section in which 3 out of the 6 contestants were members of Dronfield. Steve Atha and Adrian Wallhead must be mentioned for their work on the Chapel and Food Committees respectively. Also I would like to thank the Cleaning Ladies who tidy up after us and Mrs. Irving who continues to act as our matron. I must thank the Middle Sixth for their hearty cooperation in running the House and also Mr. and Mrs. Coulthard who continue to run the House in an efficient and cheerful manner. Finally all our best wishes must go to Mr. Hughes who leaves us this term. During his three years as assistant housemaster his friendliness and understanding of House affairs has been warmly appreciated throughout the house.

P.W.C.

GROVE Autumn On arriving back after the summer break, the first news was that, due to some excellent GCE results, notably the previous year's A-level results, Grove had won the Work Cup, which provided a great boost to the morale of the House. As in previous years, the House, as a whole, did not excel on Sports Day, but there were some good individual performances, notably Michael Kerr coming second in the senior 3,000m, and Graham Cole winning the inter high jump. In the House Rugby competition, a young side tried hard, but lost to the eventual finalists, Rise. Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Sandy Day played regularly for the School 2nd XV, James Gair played in the 1st XV, and several other members of the House also played in School teams. On the non-sporting, perhaps more important, side of School life, members of the House participated in Mr. Hamilton's lecture "1350 years of science", took part in the House concert, organised by Ian Wiggle, and in the Drama Society's production of "Woyzeck", where the Grove representation of Richard Bronk, Zoe Jackson, Ian Wiggle, 98

Jeremy Markwick-Smith, and Sandy Day made up much of the cast, with the ever-present Duncan Fawthrop stage managing. On the musical side, there was again a large Grove contingent, playing in such events as the St. Cecilia's Day Concert. Duncan Fawthrop was secretary of the Senior Science Society and was made a School Monitor, to join Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Sandy Day. Easter

The first day of the Easter term, as usual, had the General Knowledge paper—and the Grove was well-represented with Timothy Kaner winning the Junior Section, and Rupert Brown the Intermediate Section, and going on to become a vital member of a succesful School team in an inter-school competition. For the second year running, the House presented one of a series of House plays—unfortunately the production could not make up with enthusiasm what it lacked in experience. In the two Cross-Country runs, the pattern was as for Sports Day— good individual performances, but a lack of strength in depth; notable was Michael Kerr who was third in the senior event. Again the House was well-represented in a concert of post-classical music at the end of term. Richard Bronk and Robert Nield were awarded their House colours. Summer

In the summer term the senior cricket team lost closely to Queen's, after good performances by Jonathan Wright and Michael Kerr, who took six wickets; Michael Kerr was awarded his House colours. In the Music Prize competition, Jeremy Markwick-Smith won the Woodwind section for the second consecutive year; there were several members of the House involved in the Poetry-Folk evening and also in the excellent Orchestra concert for that term. At last the sporting fortunes of the House changed: the Table Tennis team lost in the final for the third consecutive year, and the Senior Tennis team, of Graham Cole, Mark Blackburn, Richard Morris (capt.) and Tim Casling beat Rise in the final to win the Tennis Cup; with the Junior team losing in their final. All the above-mentioned players represent the School Tennis teams. Throughout the year, several prizes were won by members of the Grove, including Science prizes by Martin Turner, Duncan Fawthrop and John Aldridge, a Drama prize by Sandy Day, and the Dronfield maths prize by Chris Chadwick. There was a good House representation in the School Cricket and Shooting teams, notably at Junior and Intermediate level and this was borne out by the House performances in these sports. The Junior Cricket team beat Rise in their final, with good performances by Richard Liddle (66) and Jonathan Simpson (5-34) to win the Junior House Cricket Cup. In the shooting the Senior team were a close second, and James Hewitt won the individual Senior trophy. Finally we should like to thank Mr. Allen for his tolerance and help throughout the year. A.H.D. I wish to thank the Middle Sixth Monitors for helping in so many ways with the House. B.A. 99

MANOR Autumn

At the beginning of the year we welcomed 14 juniors, but the spotlight centred on Ruth Addinall and Helen Stringer, the first two girls to join Manor; the number of visitors rose dramatically! Our athletes, ably led by Dick Wilkinson, suffered a heavy loss when Kevin Clarkson broke his collar-bone playing for the 1st XV three days before Sports Day, and another when Richard Prudom pulled a muscle on the day. As a team we did not fare too well, but we had one outstanding runner, Gregory Lomas, who won the 400 and 800 metres Junior races comfortably, and only just missed winning the 1500 metres race. In the rugger House Matches we went out to School House in both matches. The Senior was remarkable for the number of serious injuries sustained in what was a hard but clean game; four players did not finish the match! Richard Prudom, in particular, played half the match dazed and then had to go off with concussion after another heavy collision. The game was lost after he left the field! The Junior XV fought bravely, especially Simon Webb who captained the side and set a fine example with his enthusiasm and great spirit. A new sensational group was our contribution to the Concert, but an unfortunate mishap rather spoilt the effect! Our thanks, though, to Geoff Townsend for all his efforts. The highlight of the term was the House party, to which all parents, brothers and sisters were invited. Over 110 guests attended, including parents from Hampshire and Holland(!); all voted it a great success. Our thanks to Mrs. Shuttleworth for organising the whole evening, to all parents who so generously helped, and to Geoff Townsend who organised the boys. Senior House Colours were awarded to Richard Collingwood-Gittins, Richard Prudom and to Kenneth Murray; Junior House Colours went to Simon Dee and Anthony Pell. Easter

Mr. Shuttleworth had a term's rest from the House, and went to Magdalene College, Cambridge. During his absence Mr. Bulcock kindly stepped into the breach, and we all hope he enjoyed his term with us. My thanks to Mrs. Shuttleworth and to Mr. Raggett for their extra help during the term. The first week was rather interesting as everybody adjusted to the change of leadership! The snow prevented many of the outdoor activities, except for the rowers who had to brave the cold, in between the floods! The hockey, in particular, suffered badly, and our representatives Dave Caulton and Richard Collingwood-Gittins were unlucky to play so little for the 1st XI. The House 5-a-side team had a promising start, lagged in the middle and finished strongly in fourth position. In the two cross-country events, led by Crispin Crossley, we finished third, with good grouping rather than a few outstanding runners; they were good performances in view of the lack of training due to the weather, and to the flu epidemic which at one time had over half the House in its grip. Geoff Townsend gave an excellent talk to the Junior Science Society on Taxidermy. During the term preparations for the House play had been going on, but because of the flu the date had to be changed, and the enthusiasm 100

which had been so evident began to die. However, mainly thanks to Ruth Addinall, Rich Prudom, and to Mr. Bulcock the play was performed on the last Tuesday of the term. The evening was a tremendous success, and the play was hugely enjoyed by all the audience. Tim Raylor, Dave Caulton and Kevin Clarkson were outstanding, but almost everybody in the House took part and were able to enjoy the thrill of such a successful venture. This provided a fitting climax to the term.

Summer We welcomed Mr. Shuttleworth back to the House after his term away in Cambridge, and we hope he enjoyed himself. The House soon settled down to its usual routine. We were well represented in the cricket teams, with Richard Collingwood-Gittins the captain of the 1st XI. In the Senior House Match we were easily defeated by Dronfield, in spite of a fighting 33 not out by Ian Rayson, but gained our revenge in the Junior Match when Simon Webb hit a glorious 99! However, he was not able to repeat this in the next round and we went out to Rise. Congratulations to Richard Collingwood-Gittins, who won the Single-Wicket event and gained his 'Cap', and to Andy Taylor on his 2nd XI Colours. The members of the Boat Club had a good year, as many of them were in winning crews; Crispin Crossley, George Bulman and Jamie Holden all won momentoes of their triumphs. Unfortunate accidents ruined our chances in the Senior Fours and one of the sculling races, and we did not shine in the House events. We hope for better luck next year. If we have not succeeded too well on the games field several members of the House have done well in other ways. Mark Heywood won the junior brass section prize, a music bursary and a form prize—a wonderful start to his time in the Senior School. Congratulations also to Ruth Addinall, who was awarded the French Essay prize, and won an art prize for research work in fabric design, and to Stuart Morris on winning a form prize. In the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme eight Junior Middles completed the Bronze section and were awarded their badges at the end of term. Kevin Clarkson, next year's School Swimming Captain, despite the lack of facilities has succeeded in breaking the 50 metre free-style School record, and also qualified for the 100 metre freestyle in English Schools Championships. Mention must also be made of Tim Raylor. who has been a leading light in nearly every School play, as well as achieving great heights with his poetry. Academically, those sitting exams have been blessed with cool weather, and the 0 level candidates have worked noticeably harder during the year. I wish them and my contemporaries good luck in the future, and thank the House for making it an easy year for me. Junior House Colours were awarded to George Bulman, Rupert Chantry, Tim Coleman, Jason Schofield and John Taylor. K.S.M. 101

QUEEN'S The year started off well for Queen's with the Athletics. With the help of every member of the House Queen's won the Standards Cup. This victory was followed up by the winning of the Athletics Shield. Notable performances were by the captain, Kevin Miller, who came first in the 3,000 metres and a very close second in the 1500 metres. G. Tait won the discus and Nigel Denison put up a very good performance by winning the 100m, 200m and 400m and thereby securing the Gofton Cup and the Sprint Cup for Queen's. The juniors also competed well with notable performances from A. R. M. Johnson and I. Cramb. The rounds of House matches started soon after the Athletics and Queen's, led by M. Francis Gargan, continued the winning streak by defeating a strong Rise side in an exciting final. Members of the House were also very active off the games field, as could be seen in the House Musical Evening. About 30 members of the House took part in Simon and Garfunkel's "Loves me like a rock" and a creditable performance was put up in spite of persons unknown cutting the song! The concert also hailed the arrival of "Benny and the Crets", comprising Gordon Tait, Julian Hughes and two of Queen's most frequent visitors. At the end of the Christmas term we said goodbye to M. F. Gargan, who was to spend the next six months in America. The Easter term saw Louise Stansfield becoming the first-ever girl school monitor(esse). It was also Louise who directed and produced a memorable House play which again involved all years within the House. Mention must be made of the Cat and the Fairy Queen, together with Kit Bird, Rupert Smith and Peter Fender and others too numerous to mention. The cross-country soon came upon us and Kevin Miller put up an excellent performance by coming first in the Senior run. The team was narrowly beaten into second place. The juniors, however, won, with the most notable performance from A. R. M. Johnson, who came first. The House also excelled in the inter-House squash matches, with Queen's beating Rise in the final John Lethem and Dixon played very well. The preoccupation with exams in the Summer possibly led to the House's defeat in the inter-House cricket, but this was soon rectified by Queen's victory in the shooting. Unfortunately there were no swimming sports this year, but Queen's have some very promising juniors, especially K. Clarkson and J. D. Atkinson. All in all it has been a very successful year with much to be proud of. The silver jubilee of Queen's House has been a memorable year. Let us hope the standards set by the House keep at their present high level. J.N.D.

THE RISE Autumn At the start of the term Robert Marsland was appointed Head of House. Robin Bruce was appointed captain of Athletics, and Rise finished a creditable 2nd in the Standards and 4th on Sports Day. Outstanding 102

'. performances were: John Ellison, who was first in the Senior High Jump and 800 metres, Tim Stephenson who was first in the Intermediate Shot, and Richard Lister, first in the Junior 200 metres. The House also won the Junior 4 x 100 metre relay. Adrian Wright was appointed captain of Rugby, and he was well supported by three 1st XV Colours: John Ellison, Charles Burdass, and :Marcus Tyson. The Rise did well to reach the final of the competition, where they were beaten by a very strong Queen's team. In the Junior competition, the Rise XV were beaten by Temple in the second round. Easter

At the start of the term we were pleased to hear that Robert Marsland had been appointed the Head of School, and we congratulate him on this honour. John Baggs was appointed Head of House. The House 5-a-side soccer team was captained by John Ellison. Urged on by, at times, over-enthusiastic support from the Rise contingent, the team were eventual runners-up, and were perhaps unlucky to have been overtaken by Dronfield. Chris Rymer captained the House cross-country team, which won the team competition by a large margin. The most pleasing aspect of the House's victory was the effort put in by the whole team, rather than individual performances. The House Squash team, led by Peter Burdass, did well to reach the final, where they were beaten by a talented Queen's team. The following people represented the School in hockey: John Ellison (1st XI), John Baggs (1st XI), Julian Wilson (1st XI), Chris Rymer (2nd XI).

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The Senior House Cricket XI was captained by John Baggs, and reached the final by victories in matches against Temple and Queen's, and faced a strong Dronfield side in the final. Charles Burdass (106) and John Ellison (37) got the Rise off to a good start, and Dronfield never really threatened the Rise total of 188 for 3. Rise won the match by containing Dronfield to 151 for 8 (Baggs 4 for 56). In the Junior Cricket House matches, Rise again reached the final, but this time were the losers. Nevertheless, it was a spirited team effort. In the School teams, John Baggs, John Ellison and Charles Burdass were all awarded their 1st XI colours, and John Baggs his 1st XI Cap. Stephen Temple captained the House tennis team, who did well to reach the final, but were eventually beaten by Grove. Stephen Temple and Adrian Wright were both awarded their 1st VI Colours. House Colours were awarded to John Baggs, Peter Burdass and Charles Burdass. The term was rounded off splendidly by our oarsmen, who on the last day of term won three cups, the Junior Fours, the Open Pairs and the Junior Sculls. 103

We wish all our leavers success in the future and thank them for all they have done for the House. Our special thanks go to Robert Marsland, the Head of School, and John Baggs, Head of House. J.H.B.

SCHOOL HOUSE Autumn

At the beginning of the term the House welcomed the new intake of eleven juniors, and I hope they will all enjoy their days in School House. In the Athletics, keen participation by nearly all the House resulted in 3rd place in the Standards, and this was matched by some fine individual performances on Sports Day. Captain Richard Barker won the 1500 metre trophy, Simon Goodwin the Senior Javelin, and Ian Hindhaugh the Intermediate 400 metres and Javelin. The Intermediate Relay team, comprising Julian Bowen-Rees, Ian Hindhaugh, Andrew Kershaw and Graeme Thornberry also won, and our final 3rd position was the highest amongst the Boarding Houses. In the House Entertainments Evening Babek Saber, Mark Burn and Dave Reed played "Hotel California" and "Vincent", whilst Big Jim Jehosophat (alias Richard Barker) and Fatbelly Jones (Mark Burn) sang their own riotous versions of the Two Ronnies' song "They Knew What She Meant." The Senior House rugby team was severely weakened by injury, but nevertheless won a hard opening match against Manor 13-9. Ian Hindhaugh and Stewart Andrews scored the tries and Ian Hindhaugh kicked a conversion and a drop-goal. Meanwhile our very strong Junior House team, captained by Andrew Kershaw, won the competition with victories over Manor (14-0), Queen's (32-6) and Temple (8-4). Duncan Fallow was outstanding, scoring six tries, and the 3rd formers all played courageously. Easter

In the General Knowledge paper, on the first day of term, Dave Hinchliffe won the LVI prize and then captained a successful School team in the "Trustee Savings Bank Challenge Bowl". The House unfortunately lacked strength in depth at cross-country, although Richard Barker came 5th in the Senior, and Paul Moayeddi was 2nd in the Junior event. The outdoor games programme was severely affected by the weather, although the House was represented in the 1st XI Hockey team by captain Edward Parkinson and also Nigel Chapman. Efforts were thus directed to indoor activities, where Richard Barker led the House five-aside football team to 3rd position, with the most notable match being a 5-4 victory over Rise. The House maintained its recently established tradition of producing a House play, and this was due entirely to the unaided effort and enthusiasm of the Lower VI. Recruiting the acting talents of Janine Tapp from Grove (who effectively had a temporary House-transfer during 104

this period), the other major roles in the Stoppard play After Magritte were played by Geoff Sharp, Dave Hinchliffe, Stewart Andrews and Simon Goodwin. Dave Hinchliffe was the driving force behind the production, whilst Paul Greenwood co-ordinated the efforts of Steve Buckle and Tony Miller backstage. Summer

With the re-opening of the swimming pool more School matches took place and, encouraged by Water-Polo captain Martin Gray, in particular, Eddy Lumb and Paul Greenwood, School House provided many members of both Junior and Senior Water-Polo and swimming teams. The Senior House cricket team, under the captaincy of Steve Brown, went out to Dronfield in the first round, but the results of the tennis competition were more rewarding. The U16 team, consisting of Graeme Thornberry, Andrew Kershaw, Howard Hilton and John Ludley (having been dragged away from the Wimbledon TV coverage to play), drew inspiration from it and beat Grove 9-4, 9-4 in the final. Throughout the year Dave Mair took on the unglamorous positions of House Librarian and representative on the Chapel Committee, which he filled very conscientiously. Junior House Colours were awarded to Duncan Fallow, Ian Hindhaugh and Andrew Kershaw. Senior House Colours were awarded to John Healey, Richard Barker and Edward Parkinson. Lastly I would like to thank Mrs. Wilson and her staff for attempting to clean up after us, and our best wishes go with Mr. Bainbridge, who has always been friendly and approachable, and ready to help with any problem throughout his year as Assistant Housemaster. The best wishes of the House also accompany Mr. Craine on his retirement as Housemaster after 14 years. His dedication to the welfare of the boys in his charge, and the understanding of any problems, have created the happy, relaxed atmosphere which is distinctive of School House. J.H.

TEMPLE Autumn

At the beginning of term, J. R. A. Greaves remained as Head of House and the following were appointed House Monitors: S. M. Burn, P. W. S. De Silva, R. I. Hepworth, K. W. Kerr, J. P. Morcom, S. C. Wetherell and M. E. Wilson. After a gallant attempt to retain the Athletics Shield, we came second to a strong Queen's team. This was especially creditable since we lost some of our best athletes last year. Congratulations are due to A. B. Tuck, who is fast developing into another Christopher Hirst on the track. Rugby followed Athletics, and Temple boys featured prominently in School teams. At Senior level, 13 out of 14 Middle and Upper VIth Formers played for 1st, 2nd or 3rd XVs, notably K. W. Kerr, C. Hawkswell, and S. W. Humphreys, who were in the First Team, as was J. N. W. Hare. Lower down the House, we were well represented in Colts teams, 105

by D. M. Noyes, I. G. Wilson, A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, R. K. Knocker, P. E. Johnson and J. D. F. Watson. On Speech Day, many prizes were collected by members of the House. Another academic success was won by P. S. Lancaster, who gained a place at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, to read law. He also acted in the School Play, Woyzeck, along with S. M. Burn, playing a leading role. The Middle VIth contributed a lot to the life of the School, forming a large percentage of the Senior Science Society, and performing with great hilarity and not a little talent in the House Entertainments Evening. G. Schofield was awarded a Gliding Certificate, and the Junior Middles made themselves evident around School with their dynamic skateboarding activities. In the Senior House Rugby Competition we were soundly beaten by the Rise, although the team we fielded was one of our strongest in recent years. At the end of term, S. C. Wetherell was appointed Head of House. J.R .A .G. Easter At the beginning of this term S. C. Wetherell took over as Head of House and P. W. S. De Silva was appointed a School Monitor. We congratulate last year's Head of House J. R. A. Greaves on gaining a scholarship to Trinity Hall, Cambridge to read Engineering, and P. S. Lancaster on gaining a place at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, to read Law. The House chess team passed to the second round of the Inter-House Chess Competition. We have in the House three players who have made appearances in the School team — P. W. S. De Silva, A. D. M. Barrell and P. A. D. Critchley. In the chess competition arranged within the House the eventual result was a draw between R. I. Hepworth and A. D. M. Barrell. The House can boast a good number of School team players at all levels in a wide range of sports. School rugby players included A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, P. E. Johnson, J. D. F. Watson, D. M. Noyes, J. R. Farrow, R. Dixon and R. K. Knocker. Having all these School team rugby players gave us the strongest Junior rugby team for some time. However, they lost, after extra time, in the Final of the Junior InterHouse Rugby Competition to School House by 8 points to 4. The contain of the House team was D. M. Noyes Our fencers — S. M. Giddings, J. E. Moore and M. J. Hall — have done very well this term with good places in the Yorkshire Epée Championships. S. M. Burn is the First XI Hockey Team goalkeeper. M. W. E. Watson and D. J. Johnson also played hockey for the Colts team as last year. On the river, we have J. P. Morcom, S. C. Wetherell and J. R. Macfarlane in competition crews. We also have a fair number of representatives in School teams for racket games. R. I. Hepworth is captain of the School Badminton team. and the members of this team also include C. P. Johnson and P. W. S. De Silva. H. R. B. Pease and A. B. Tuck have played squash for the School, and H. R. B. Pease, M. A. Raheem and S. M. Dixon are members of the School table tennis team. Despite these team players the 106

House squash team was knocked out of the Inter-House Squash Competition in the second round by Rise. The House squash captain was M. E. Wilson. The House five-a-side football team, captained by C. Hawkswell, included all these players at least once in the Inter-House Five-a-Side Competition in which they were not as successful as hoped — C. Hawkswell, C. P. Johnson, S. M. Burn, K. W. Kerr, M. E. Wilson, J. N. W. Hare and R. I. Hepworth. In the Junior and Senior Cross-Countries we were not successful, although A. B. Tuck ran very well to come fourth in the Senior event. Finally, in the end of term Modern Music Concert in the Drama Centre, K. W. Kerr and S. W. Humphreys showed their singing talents as part of the star attraction group calling themselves "Benny and the Crets". S.C.W. Summer

The Summer term is renowned as the term in which exams are held, but this term is also packed with sporting activity. The primary summer sport is cricket. Unfortunately Temple is completely lacking in 1st XI cricket players, though both K. W. Kerr and J. R. Dodman played for the 2nd XI team and have their 2nd XI Colours to show for it. Team members were more numerous in the Junior part of the House. D. M. Noyes was the Senior Colts captain, and A. J. D. Eyre and J. D. F. Watson were also members of this team. The U14 team included P. A. Dodman, J. M. Hall and R. K. Knocker. The lack of many very good Senior players meant the Senior House team did not achieve any success. The Junior team, despite all the School team members, lost narrowly to the Queen's team. Rowing is also a sport that comes into its own in the summer, but again we lacked large numbers of oarsmen. J. P. Morcom was in the 1st IV, S. C. Wetherell in the School pair and J. E. Moore, J. R. Farrow and A. D. G. Carder-Geddes were members of other School crews. Numbers did not permit the formation of a Senior House crew, and the Junior crew was soon knocked out of the Inter-House Competition, mainly due to technical problems with the boat. One sport in which Temple was successful was table tennis. The House team, captained by M. A. Raheem, beat Grove in the final of the Inter-House Competition. Even though we beat Grove at table tennis they had revenge in the House tennis competition in which they were victors over Temple, despite our having M. E. Wilson, R. I. Hepworth and I. G. Wilson in the School 2nd VI. The Inter-House chess competition was won by Temple in style for the second year running — not one game was lost during the competition. For this the captain of the chess team, P. W. S. De Silva, must be congratulated along with the other team members — A. D. M. Harrell, P. A. D. Critchley, C. P. Johnson and R. I. Hepworth. The main event in fencing this term concerning the House was that J. E. Moore won the new trophy in memory of Paddy Power for being the most improved fencer. In the Inter-House fencing competition Temple lost to Queen's 5-4 in the final. 107

As usual the House contributed significantly to the C.C.F. during the year, with M. E. Wilson winning the Fernie Cup for being the best cadet. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme was supported by a few, C. P. Coates-Walker and S. J. Shilleto obtaining the Silver Award, and M. J. Hall, J. R. C. Taylor and J. R. Farrow gaining the Bronze. There were also a number of academic achievements by the members of the House; P. W. S. De Silva won three prizes (Russian, Mathematics, and General Knowledge), S. M. Burn won two prizes (Drama and Debating), S. C. Wetherell won a Science prize and H. R. B. Pease won the Senior Art Prize. Finally I must wish all those who left at the end of term good luck in the future, whether they have gone to university or straight into employment.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER May Week, 1978 There must surely have been more O.P.s in Cambridge this year than for quite a few years past, ranging in status from those on lofty High Tables to those on the lowliest buttery bench in the University. Not satisfied with nine years' residence in Emmanuel as student and Fellow, Angus Bowie (Temple, 1962-67), who is now a lecturer in Greek at Liverpool, frequently returns to Cambridge to pursue his researches in the U.L. Another perennial, or rather perpetual, visitor is John Mitchell (Temple, 1967-72); after four years of Law at Corpus Christi, this year has seen him in Guildford and London on weekdays and in St. John's or Girton every weekend. His contemporary, Andrew George (Temple, 1967-72), has also spent several weekends revisiting his old haunts and flames in Cambridge. Since leaving Trinity he has become an archivist, working at East Sussex C.R.O. Of permanent residents, the longest serving member now is Richard Sharpe (Temple 1967-72) in Trinity, now completing his fifth year after having scraped a First last June. His second book, after being successfully launched at a Luncheon in Corpus, seems set to outstrip the first, which is still top of the best-sellers on Raasay. Also doing research here are Richard Harland (Manor, 1968-73) and Phil Challis (School House, 1968-73) in their fourth years, and Paul Townsend (Manor, 1968-73) in his second. Richard, following his school experience with Xenopus toads, is now at the Medical Research Establishment, working on his Ph.D. Despite the Caius soccer blazer which he wears, he is a member of Clare. Phil, after his Tripos glories in Applied Biology, is completing a year's research into the wanton behaviour of sugar beet before going off to Lancaster University. His rowing career has in four years come full circle, from getting bumps and oars, through rowing over time and again, to being bumped four times this year in Trinity Hall's 1st May Boat. This year Phil has hosted our first O.P. event in Christ's, where he plays hockey in the time allowed off from his research into quantitative methods in architecture. 108

Chris Atkinson (School House, 1967-72) has returned from Siberia to continue his study of Russian, and was one of the hosts for an O.P. occasion in Caius, which coincided with his birthday; the excellent cake was rapidly demolished. Eldest of our third-year men is Paul Withers (Rise, 1969-74) in Trinity, who turns everything he touches to gold. He rowed an unforgettable race in his second successful Goldie boat, and was a Wrangler in the Mathematical Tripos; he is now rowing for Cambridge Lightweights. Chris Smith (Queen's, 1969-74) of St. John's has made a dramatic come-back this year in "0 What a Lovely War" (again), and was type-cast as a rude mechanical in "The Fairy Queen". He startled everyone, especially himself, by his Tripos result, which bars him from the Nines Club. He now leaves for King's College Hospital, hotly pursued, as ever, by droves of women. This year found James Harrison (Queen's, 1969-74) in fine fettle; winning his war with the Dean, he has been a Foundation Scholar of Corpus and stroked the 1st Boat to six bumps in Lents and Mays. In November Prince Philip visited the College to be presented to him. Tim Stephenson (Dronfield, 1970-75) of Caius has finished his medical Tripos with yet another First, and goes on to clinical studies in Sheffield. Mixed fortunes have been the lot of second-year Ian Heavens (Temple, 1970-75), who won his oars in Clare 4th May Boat, but was expelled from the infamous Clare-Homerton Badminton Club; O.P.s from throughout the land were dredged up for his unmentionable party. There is now quite a gang of first-year men. Chris Harland (Manor, 1971-76) plays squash for the Ganders, while imbibing with the Clare Crabs. Also in Clare, the notorious Stuart Newstead (Queen's, 1971-76) has made his mark at arrers, cricket and footie. He is known around the folk-clubs for his dance with a lady and two scarves. Chris Hirst (Temple, 1971-76) of St. John's found his crutches a great hindrance in negotiating the zigzag paths of Bacchus, but has recovered with a vengeance and is back on top orienteering form. Graham Pattie (Temple, 1971-76), a member of the appalling Caius 3rd May Boat, stood as a joke for the J.C.R. Committee and for diving officer of C.U.U.E.G., but his record of service in Acapulco was insufficient to gain election. Our only contact with the aristocracy is Julian Turner (Queen's, 1971-76), stroke of Magdalene 2nd Boat, engineer and cravat-wearer. He hosted an O.P. evening in Magdalene, attended also by Simon and Paul Atkinson (Temple, 1968-73 and 1971-76 respectively), after which the revellers had to climb out of the College. Howard Gatiss (Queen's, 1971-76) reads some economics and tinkers with the new Metzler organ in Trinity. He shares an interest in the opera with Alan Heavens (Temple, 1972-77), who was host to a Rechabite's feast in Churchill. Confessing to having done nothing noteworthy in Cambridge—he spends half his time in Oxford—Alan is leading the rush of tourists to the now famous island of Raasay. Geoff Brown (Grove, 1972-77) has inherited the O.P. law books from John Mitchell via Chris Smith. He left them, however, to take an extracurricular interest in the medical profession, leading to a little affair at the Emmanuel May Ball. At the opposite end of the scale, Guy Shuttleworth, himself a soccer and cricket Blue in King's (1807-10), joined our company for the abstemious term of Lent: his sparse fare on Magdalene High Table was supplemented, however, by Red Cross parcels from his 109

wife Tanya. Other former members of the Masters' Common Room now in Cambridge, apparently for good, are Andrew Riley at Homerton and Rob Wyke at St. Catherine's. David and Mary DuCroz made a guest appearance at Cambridge Regatta, and another former captain of First and Third Trinity, Nick Blackford (Manor, 1959-64), was seen at their Bumps Supper. Pete Summers (Temple, 1963-68), who returned to coach Corpus last year, is now coaching a successful Imperial College crew. On Regatta Day we were again able to welcome two crews from the School, although they seemed sadly unappreciative of our ale. This year we have several leavers—Phil Challis, Chris Atkinson, Paul Withers, Chris Smith and Tim Stephenson; we wish them the best of luck for the future—they will no doubt return periodically a la Mitchell —and look forward to welcoming those coming up in October. The Cambridge Old Peterites.

OLD PETERITE NEWS The Old Peterite Club's 87th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on 15th July. K. M. Ratcliff was unanimously elected President of the Club in succession to F. N. Newdick. P. M. Darley, M. G. B. Hepworth, D. C. Holmes, D. M. H. Phillips, D. N. Simmons and E. G. Thompson were elected to serve on the General Committee. It was announced that the East Riding Dinner would be held on either 18th or 25th May 1979. Those in the area will be informed of the date by the Area Secretary, any others wishing to attend this immensely popular area dinner, should contact the Area Secretary, P. S. Atkinson, "Greystones", Garton, Driffield. Three masters at the School, C. E. Field, P. L. Harris and G. M. Shuttleworth were elected honorary life members of the Club, in addition to D. G. Cummin, who was elected at a Committee meeting earlier in the year. TIES D.P. Club ties are available from the Hon. Secretary, D. Kirby, The Rise, 41 Clifton, York. Crimplene—£1.80 each OLD PETERITE CLUB ANNUAL DINNER The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 15th July, 1978 in the School Dining Hall. The toast of The School' was excellently proposed by F. B. S. Hamby and the Headmaster responded. The toast of 'The Old Peterite Club' was proposed in a superb speech by the Club's guest, the Very Rev. Lawrence Jackson, Provost of Blackburn. The new President, K. M. Ratcliff, responded. The Club is again indebted to the School Catering Staff for the first class meal provided. 110

Those present were: The President (K. M. Ratcliff) The Headmaster The Very Rev. Lawrence Jackson The Hon. Secretary (D. Kirby) The Hon. Treasurer (J. E. Moore) The Bursar (Col. J. P. F. Abbott) The Head of School (R. Marsland) Adler, W. J. Allen, B. Armstrong, I. J. Atkinson N. G. Atkinson, P. S. Bainbridge, M. W. Baker, E. T. N. Beadle, J. J. Briggs, N. Brindley, R. A. Brown, D. Brown, J. C. Browne, F. D. Bruce, R. Bulcock, R. J. Burn, S. M. Clappison, j. Clarkson, I. G. Creasy, B. Croft, P. G. Crowe, P. Crowley, P. Cummin,.D. G. Darley, P. M. Denison, J. A.

Dronfield, J. Fearnside, F. Fearnside, F. H. Gatiss, H. C. Gill, I. A. Graham, G. E. L. Hall, M. S. Hamilton, D. Hanson, J. A. Harding, R. D. Harding, R. F. Harnby, F. B. S. Hepworth, M. G. B. Hirst, D. Houghton, C. C. Hubbard, R. H. Hudson, R. E. Hudson, T. F. Humble, J. G. Jesper, D. G. S. Jesper, N. Johnston, D. P. Knowles, G. Le Tocq, L. C. Lewis, T. J. Lockwood, C. Lockwood, P. A. Macpherson, I. S. Magson, N. J. Markwick-Smith, J. R. Mathews, J. Middlebrook, P. Morris, P. A. Nendick, B. M. Newdick, F. N. Newdick, J. M. Newdick, P. A. Oliver, R. W.

Parkin, G. D. Pattie, S. K. Peacock, R. Penty, A. Penty, J. R. Phillips, D. M. H. Potter, D. N. Powell, W. B. Pritchard, G. D. Pulleyn, R. F. Pulleyn, V. C. Ranson, E. M. H. Raylor, J. Rayson, J. C. M. Richardson, J. C. Robinson, I. Rounthwaite, D. P. Rounthwaite, J. C. Rumfitt, D. T. Shepherd, P. M. Simpson, A. E. Spence, J. N. Stansfield, L. Steel, K. A. Stevens, R. A. Tait, A. W. Thompson, C. W. Thompson, E. G. Turner, A. J. Turner, E. H. N. Wallace, S. Ward, T. B. White, T. G. Wood, J. R. Woolley, C. J. Yeomans, J. F.

THE OLD PETERITE WEST RIDING DINNER The West Riding Dinner was held at the Swan and Talbot, Wetherby on 19th January, 1978. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. G. D. B. Knowles Mr. and Mrs. P. S. Marsden Dr. and Mrs. G. F. B. Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Moore Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Moore Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Moss Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Rawlings Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Raylor Mr. C. W. Thompson and guest

The President (F. N. Newdick) and Mrs. Newdick The Headmaster (P. D. R. Gardiner) and Mrs. Gardiner Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Barratt Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Bird Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Butterworth Mr. R. E. Hudson Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Kent

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OLD PETERITE CLUB OFFICERS AND GENERAL COMMITTEE-1978/79 President:

d, K. M. Ratcliff Esq., "Dormers," 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamstel Herts. Past Presidents:

P. S. Atkinson Esq., "Greystones," Garton, Driffield, North Humberside. H. L. Creer Esq., J.P., "Daresbury," 117 The Mount, York. YO2 2SA. J. A. Hanson Esq., "Montclair," 11 Newton Drive, Accrington, Lancashire. T. J. Lewis Esq., Sway Wood Paddock, Mead End Lane, Sway, Nr. Lymington, Hants. F. N. Newdick Esq., "Talgarth," 134 York Road, Haxby, York. F. W. B. Pacey Esq., O.B.E., "The Cantens," Ruebery Lane, Osmotherley, Northallerton, North Yorkshire. DL6 3PG. C. W. Thompson Esq., F.R.I.C.S., 2 Brinkbum Vale Road, Totley, Sheffield. Vice Presidents:

The Head Master, St. Peter's School, York. K. G. Chilman Esq., 71 Meadowfields Drive, Huntington Road, York. J. Dronfield Esq., O.B.E., J.P., M.A., Askham Bryan, York. YO2 3QS. Brigadier C. C. Fairweather C.B., C.B.E., T.D., J.P., D.L., "The White Lodge," Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland. The Rt. Rev. M. H. Harland, "White Chimneys," Rockwood Road, West Wittering, Nr. Chichester, West Sussex. Sir Philip R. Morris, C.B.E., M.A., LL.D., Bryncoedifor Vicarage, Rhydymain, Dolgellau, Gwynedd. Hon Secretary:

D. Kirby., Esq., M.A., The Rise, 41 Clifton, York and St. Peter's Schoo York. Hon Treasurer: J. E. Moore Esq., "Mylncroft," 1 Mylnhurst Road, Sheffield, 11. District Hon. Secretaries: West Riding G. D. Parkin Esq., "Woodhayes," 26 Chevet Lane, Sandal, —

Wakefield, West Yorkshire. North West Dr. G. E. L. Graham J.P., "Croft End," 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan. WN1 2QY. North East D. L. Brown Esq., 40 Carmel Road South, Darlington. East Riding P. S. Atkinson Esq., "Greystones," Garton, Driffield, Nort Humberside. York J. C. M. Rayson Esq., M.A., 2 St. Olave's Road, Clifton, York and St Olave's School, York. —

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Committee P. M. Darley., 11 The Paddock, Boroughbridge Road, York. YO2 6AW. J. A. Denison Esq., Manor Court, Skelton, York. Dr. G. E. L. Graham J.P., "Croft End," 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan. WN1 2QY. D. W. Grice Esq., 86 Welham Road, Norton, Ma1ton, North Yorkshire. R. D. Harding Esq., Alcuin House, 12 The Avenue, Clifton, York. YO3 6AT. R. F. Harding Esq., Filmer Cottage, Bulmer, York M. G. B. Hepworth Esq., Bell House, Askham Bryan, York. J. K. Hick Esq., "Mole End," 1 Newdale, Usher Park, Haxby, York. YO3 8LN. D. C. Holmes Esq., 18 The Avenue, Stokesley ,Middlesbrough, Cleveland. L. C. Le Tocq Esq., 12 St. Peter's Grove, York C. H. Lewis Esq., "Oakhurst," 7 Totteridge, Common, Totteridge, London. N20 8LL. D. M. H. Phillips Esq., Aldersley Farm, Holt, Wrexham, Clwyd, North Wales. E. M. H. Ranson Esq., 17 Carleton Avenue, Simonstone, Nr. Burnley, Lancs. J. C. Richardson Esq., The Forge, Little Ouseburn, York. D. T. Rumfitt Esq., St. Olave's, 30A Westfields, Richmond, North Yorkshire. D. N. Simmons Esq., 113 The Oval, Brookfield, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. E. G. Thompson Esq., "West Winds," 4 Moor Lane, Haxby, York.

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OLD PETERITE LODGE NO. 6412 The Annual Installation of the Old Peterite Lodge No. 6412 was held at the Masonic Hall, Duncombe Place, York at 4 00 p.m. on Wednesday 21st June, 1978. Brother Paul Martyn Darley was installed as Worshipful Master by Worshipful Brother M. A. Butterworth. The Worshipful Master then appointed his Officers as follows. Senior Warden Bro. J. K. Hick Junior Warden Bro. L. P. Dobson Chaplain W. Bro. G. H. Briggs Treasurer W. Bro. G. D. Smith Secretary Bro. B. J. Watson

Director of Ceremonies Senior Deacon Junior Deacon Charity Steward Assist. Director of Cermonies Assist. Secretary Inner Guard Steward

W. Bro. F. D. Newdick Bro. G. M. Todd Bro. D. I. Fletcher W. Bro. J. E. Moore W. Bro. C. S. Shepherd W. Bro. T. D. J. Layfield W. Bro. F. J. Hornby Bro. P. C. Knowlson Bro. G. D. B. Knowles

Steward Steward

Bro. R. Atkinson Bro. R. D. S. Pitcher Bro. R. A. Relton

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At the Festive Board following the Installation, the Toast to St. Peter's School was proposed by Bro. G. M. Todd and the response was given by W. Bro. F. N. Newdick. Any Old Peterite wishing to know further details should contact: B. J. Watson, 1 Scawton Avenue, Huntington, York, YO3 9JA.

NEWS OF OLD PETERITES Births

HAIGH-LUMBY, P. R. announces the birth of a son, James Robert, on 28th November, 1976. (Temple 1965-70). HARDING. On 16th February, 1978 to Jan and Richard Harding, a daughter, Sarah Joanne. (Rise 1960-66). WILKS. To Chris and Janet on 2nd June, 1977, at Princess Royal Maternity Hospital, Huddersfield, a daughter, Susannah Mary. (Queen's 1962-67). Marriages

BARRETT, A. R. married Diana Kathryn North on 20th September,. 1977. (School House 1954-58). FERGUSON, M. J. On 24th June, at St. Paul's Church, Letchworth, to Kathy James. (Queen's 1963-68). PEARSON, J. S. D. married Pauline Goodenough, B.A., S.R.N., at St_ Thomas's Church, Newcastle upon Tyne, on 23rd July, 1977. (Temple 1967-72). Engagement

FLETCHER, P. H. announces his engagement to Jennifer Conroy of Wigan. (Dronfield 1967-72). Deaths

BEACHELL, H. M., on Sunday, 7th May. (1922-23). HAMILTON-WILLIAMS, C. D. killed in a yachting accident in Ne Zealand. (Temple 1960-65). NELSON, H. N. On 23rd November, 1977 at Kingston General H pital, Hull, aged 77. (1913-18). ROBINSON, A. E. At East Ayton, Major-General A. E. Robinson, D.S.O., J.P., D.L., (formerly The Green Howards) aged 83. YEOMAN, W. G., on 5th June, 1978 at Marlow. (School House 1912-17). BARRETT, A. R., a partner in Spicer and Pegler, Chartered Accountants Leeds, since 1972. (School House 1954-58) BARTON, N. R. appointed Headmaster of Newlands Preparatory School, Gosforth. (Queen's 1955-60). BROWN, G. B. shared the George Long Prize in Roman Law at Cambridge. (Queen's 1972-77). COCHRANE, R. E. appointed Manager at Natwest Bank's Hull, Holderness Road Branch. From 1969-70 he was President of the Wakefield Junior Chamber of Commerce. (1941-46). 114

DAY, T. M. is commended in the Musical Times, April 1978 for his recital on the restored 1895 Walker organ at St. Matthew's Northampton. (Dronfield 1966-69). FLETCHER, P. H. has become Site Engineer with Tarmac Construction Ltd. at Saffron Walden. (Dronfield 1967-72). HARRISON, J. P. H. took a first in part 2 of the Classical Tripos and was awarded a research studentship at Corpus Christi, Cambridge (Queen's 1969-74). HILL, J. E. C. Dr Christopher Hill, Master of Balliol, received an honorary degree at York University on 7th July, and came to the school to give a talk to the History Society (Rise 1925-31). HIRST, C. J. led Cambridge University Orienteering team to victory over Oxford, winning the individual event by 3+ minutes; and led the University O.T.C. team to victory in Eastern District Army (T.A.) championships, again winning the individual event. He has since represented British Universities in Finland, the British Army in Sweden, and Great Britain in Norway. (Temple 1971-76). HARDING, D. F. won the Queen's Medal at Bisley for champion shot of the Territorial Army. (Rise 1960-65). HOWAT, J. N. T. After nine years as Vicar of Wheldrake, Revd. Jeremy Howat has been appointed Rector of Hurlingham and Villa Devoto, Buenos Aires, Diocese of Argentina and Eastern South America (School House 1948-54). O'DONNELL, G., Commander, Royal Navy, serving as Supply Officer in H.M.S. Ark Royal. He would be pleased to hear from any O.P. contemplating selling a 1350 Commemoration Plate. See Changes of Address. (Manor 1946-50). PEARSON, J. S. D. is now a Chartered Surveyor and qualified to become an Associate of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors. (Temple 1967-72). PHILLIPS, D. M. H. played No. 2 at Squash for Wales, for which he now has ten caps. (Rise 1970-75). ROBINSON, A. Pilot Officer, Royal Air Force, an Air Traffic Control Officer. He really enjoys his work, "the life and the responsibility of being an officer". (Rise 1970-73). ROBINSON, I. played No. 2 at Squash for England which won the tournament in which Phillips played for Wales. Robinson now has thirty England caps, and eight Great Britain caps. (Temple 1966-71). SLEIGHT, J. I. Features Producer and Political Editor for Tyne-Tees Television; he has just completed a successful year as Captain of the City of Newcastle Golf Club, and is resuming work on his history of the Club. (School House 1935-40). Information supplied by R. M. Deas, (Grove 1931-35, School House 1935-36). STEPHENSON, T. C. took a first in part 2 of the Medical Tripos at Caius, Cambridge. (Dronfield 1970-75). WILLSTROP, M. was on the staff of Gresham's Junior School from 1969 to 1978 and is now professional coach and Manager at Abbeydale Squash Club, Sheffield. He has been playing Squash for Norfolk and been involved in coaching the England Junior Squad as Assistant National Coach. (School House 1950-55). 115

WITHERS, P. N. took a first in part 2 of the Mathematical Tripos am was awarded a research studentship at Trinity, Cambridge (Rise 196 74). WOOD, R. A. B. Senior Lecturer and Consultant Surgeon at Ninewe l Medical School and Teaching Hospital, Dundee. (Manor 1956-61)

OLD PETERITE GOLF The Competition for the Burnett Trophy was held at York Golf Club, Strensall, on Sunday, 16th July, 1978. The Stableford Competition was won by Richard Harding with 36 points from a 15 handicap. David Hunter was the runner-up with 35 points, beating Paul Middlebrook who also had 35 points, on the last nine holes. Paul, in fact, won the prize for the best gross score (76). The afternoon was greatly enjoyed by sixteen Old Peterite golfers, and the date to watch for next year is Sunday, 15th July, when Robert Harding will take over as Secretary. Paul Middlebrook will continue to organise the Old Peterite team for the Grafton Morrish Trophy.

EDITORIAL NOTES The Peterite is the magazine of St. Peter's School, York. Members of the Old Peterite Club who write to the Editor are asked to show their St. Peter's dates (not St. Olave's) and the House they were in. No notice can be taken of anonymous correspondence, but a writer who wishes to use a pen name or to withhold his name from publication for a special reason should make this clear to the Editor. The Editor reserves the right to select news from any source, but in general personal notices will only be published if they are from members of the Old Peterite Club. The Peterite is published once a year, in October, and copy should be sent to the Editor before the end of the Summer Term. If any member of the Old Peterite Club should not receive a Peterite number, will he please write to the Bursar. Applications for advertising space should be made to the Burs. St. Peter's School, York.

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OLD PETERITE CLUB MEMBERS JOINING JULY 1978 1976-1978 Adams, Louise T., "The Laurels", 44 Simbalk Lane, Bishopthorpe, York. (Tel. York 704446). 1977-1978 Albakri, Z., 34 Broom Valley Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire. (Tel. Rotherham 60934). 1973-1978 Aldridge, J. T., 18 Strensall Road, Huntington, York. (Tel. York 768486). 1973-1978 Anderson, M., Highfield House, Lilling, Sheriff Hutton, York. (Tel. Sheriff Hutton 601). 1973-1978 Atha, S. E., "Ashfield", Burnley Road, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, West Yorkshire. (Tel. Halifax 33352) 1973-1978 Atkinson, N. G., Special Flight, Libyan Arab Airlines, P.O. Box 2555, Tripoli, Libya. (Tel. Tripoli 72922). 1974-1978 Baggs, J., "Kilnstones", Underbarrow Road, Kendal, Cumbria. (Tel. Kendal 21485). 1973-1978 Barker, R., 60 West Green, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS9 5ND. (Tel. Middlesbrough 710390). 1974-1978 Bird, C. R., "Merrymoles", Cat Lane, Bilbrough, York YO2 3PN. (Tel. Tadcaster 833268). 1975-1978 Brown, A. W., Mount Pleasant Farm, Escrick, York. (Tel. Escrick 274). 1973-1978 Brown, S. D., 69 Darlington Road, Hartburn, Stocktonon-Tees, Cleveland. (Tel. Stockton-on-Tees 582221). 1973-1978 Bruce, R. M., "Southfields", 16 Marton Moor Road, Nunthorpe, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. (Tel. Middlesbrough 316294). 1974-1978 Buckley, M. R., 21 Towthorpe Road, Haxby York. (Tel. York 761167). 1973-1978 Budge, I., Silver Hill House, 270 Eccleshall Road South, Sheffield S1 1 9PS. (Tel. Sheffield 364306). 1974-1978 Bulmer, G. C., Riccal House, Nunnington, York YO6 5XG. 1973-1978 Burn, M. J., "Rivenhill", Chestnut Hill, Keswick, Cumbria. (Tel. Keswick 73622). 1973-1978 Burn, S. M., 24 The Horseshoe, Dringhouses, York YO2 2LX. (Tel. York 706461). 1974-1978 Caulton, D. M., 30 Ashfurlong Road, Dore, Sheffield S17 3NL. (Tel. Sheffield 362979). 1975-1977 Coates-Walker, C. P., 122 The Mount, York. (Tel. York 23692). 1973-1978 Collingwood-Gittins, R., "Overdale", Billinge End Road, Blackburn, Lancs. BB2 6PY. (Tel. Blackburn 54542). 1973-1978 Cooper, D. W., Brook House, North End, Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland. (Tel. Middlesbrough 700630). 1973-1978 Craig, R. E., 17 Askham Lane, Acomb, York YO2 3HB. (Tel. York 798630). 1973-1978 Crossley, C., Laver Head, Green Lane, Shibden, Halifax, West Yorkshire. (Tel. Halifax 201716). 1973-1978 Crowley, P., River House, 12 St. Peter's Road, St. Margaret's, Twickenham, Middlesex. (Tel. 01-892-2661). 1975-1978 Cuckston, D. P., "The Hollies", 36 Main Street, Haxby, York YO3 8HT. (Tel. York 760986). (Tel. 1973-1978 Day, A. H., 28 India Street, Edinburgh. 031-225-1944). 1972-1978 De Silva, P. W. S., 8 St. Olave's Road, Clifton, York YO3 7AL. (Tel. York 55383). 1973-1978 Denison, J. N., Manor Court, Skelton, York. (Tel. Beningbrough 277). 117

1976-1978 Elston, Susan L., "Chards", Marske Mill Lane, Saltburn, Cleveland. (Tel. Saltburn 3747). 1973-1978 Fawthrop, D. J., 5 Bramble Dene, Woodthorpe, York. (Tel. York 706988). 1973-1978 Frost, N. P., 19 Montague Walk, Upper Poppleton, York. (Tel. York 794659). 1974-1978 Galley, J., Prospect House, Gate Helmsley, York YO4 1JS. (Tel. Stamford Bridge 71233). 1972-1978 Gray, M., Château Perigord, Appt. 8B, 6 Lacets St. Leon, Monte Carlo, Monaco. (Tel. (93) 507924). 1973-1978 Halsall, S. B., Fern House, Narrow Lane, North Ferriby, North Humberside. (Tel. 0482 631615). 1975-1978 Hampshire, P. A., 2 Church Street, Riccall, York. (Tel. Riccall 226). 1974-1978 Hardy, D., 35 St. Paul's Square, York. (Tel. York 26604). 1973-1978 Hawkswell, C., Lime Tree Farm, Heslington, York YO1 5EB. (Tel. York 55262). 1976-1978 Healey, J., 1 Roxby Road, Thornton Dale, North Yorksshire. (Tel. Thornton Dale 581). 1973-1978 Hepworth, R. I., 4 Braeside Gardens, Acomb Road, York YO2 4EZ. (Tel. York 798708). 1935-1938 Hornby, F. J., Lt. Col., O.B.E., R.A. (Retired), "West Garth - , Tollerton, York. (Tel. Tollerton 326). 1972-1978 Hughes, J., "Chaparral", Stamford Bridge Road, Gate Helmsley, York. (Tel. Stamford Bridge 71020). 1976-1978 Jackson, Zoe, "Eppleworth", Deighton, Escrick, York YO4 6HD. (Tel. Escrick 323). 1976-1978 Jesper, Nicola, Gorse Cottage, Lord's Moor Lane, Strensall, York YO3 8XF. (Tel. York 490728). 1973-1978 Johnson, C. P., 15 Montague Walk, Upper Poppleton, York YO2 6JG. (Tel. York 794633). 1972-1978 Kaiser, R. A., Leylan House, 3 Shipton Road, York YO3 6RE. (Tel. York 54113). 1972-1978 Kerr, K., Haigh End, Alne Cross, York YO6 2JD. (Tel. Tollerton 312). 1973-1978 Lethem, J. A., Derwent House, 59 Osbaldwick Village, York YOl 3NP. (Tel. York 25364). 1975-1978 Lister, C. M. P., Healaugh Grange, Healaugh, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS24 8BX. (Tel. Tadcaster 833183). 1973-1978 Lumb, W. E., Skeyne House, Garman Carr Lane, Wistow, Selby, North Yorkshire YO8 OUW. (Tel. Cawood 541). 1973-1978 Macfarlane, J. R., 30 Pear Tree Avenue, Upper Poppleton, York YO2 6HH. (Tel. York 794617). 1973-1978 Mair, D. J. B., Preston House, 29 Levenside, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. 1973-1978 Markwick Smith, J. R., The Old Barn, Acaster Lane, Bishopthorpe, York YO2 1SA. 1973-1978 Marsland, R., Wharfe View House, 301 High Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby, West Yorkshire. (Tel. Boston Spa 843947). 1974-1978 Megginson, S. J., Kirkburn Grange, Garton-on-the-Wolds, Driffield, North Humberside. (Tel. Driffield 89237). 1973-1978 Miller, K. J., 27 Green Dykes Lane, Hull Road, York. (Tel. York 59434). 1975-1978 Mills, S. N., Lotherton Park Farm, Aberford, Leeds. (Tel. Aberford 257). 1973-1978 Morcom, J. P., The Old Vicarage, Overton, York YO3 6YL. (Tel. Beningbrough 261). 1973-1978 Murray, K. S., Kiplaan 19, 25665P Den Haag, Holland. 1975-1978 Nichols, P. J., 3 Woldholme Avenue, Driffield, North Humberside. (Tel. Driffield 42287). 118

1973-1978 Parkinson, E. M., "Laurel Bank", 15 Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 8AY. (Tel. 0943-609264). 1974-1978 Pattison, N. R., 15 St. James' Mount, York YO2 1EL. (Tel. York 28735). 1977-1978 Prudom, R. M., c/o 6 Pennine Crescent, Redcar, Cleveland TS10 4AE. (Tel. Redcar 75748). 1973-1978 Readman, R. W., The Holmes, Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland. (Tel. Hutton Rudby 700322). 1974-1978 Ross, J. P., 6 Walnut Grove, Winchester, Hants. S022 5HR. (Tel. Winchester 61956). 1974-1978 Ross, J. R., 6 Walnut Grove, Winchester, Hants. S022 5HR. (Tel. Winchester 61956). 1973-1978 Rushbrooke, P. D., 21 Broomfield, Adel, Leeds LS16 6AE. (Tel. Leeds 671230). 1973-1978 Schofield, J. S., 59 King Edward Road, Thorne, via Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN8 4DE. (Tel. Thorne 812142). 1976-1978 Stansfield, Louise A., "Fairfield", 25 The Horseshoe, Dringhouses, York YO2 2LY. (Tel. York 707159). 1953-1957 Stanton, M. P., The Bolton, Forest Moor Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire HG5 8LT. (Tel. 0423-888132). 1974-1978• -Sudworth, W., 31 Norman Drive, Hatfield, Doncaster, South Yorkshire. (Tel. Doncaster 843002). 1973-1978 Tait, G. W., "Southern Cross", 7 Algarth Road, Stockton Lane, York. (Tel. York 22659). 1973-1978 Teale, R. J., "Beituna", 2 Greenfield Lane, Middleton-onthe-Wolds, North Humberside. (Tel. Middleton-on-theWolds 396). 1973-1978 Temple, D. M., 18 Sledmere Drive, Tollesby Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. (Tel. Middlesbrough 84883). 1973-1978 Turner, A. R., 17 West Bank, Acomb, York. (Tel. York 791854). 1973-1978 Turner, M. St.J., St. Mark's Vicarage, 13 Wheatlands Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 BBB. (Tel. Harrogate 504959). 1974-1978 Wallhead, V. A., "Kia-Ora", Helperthorpe, Malton, North Yorkshire. (Tel. West Lutton 293). 1975-1978 Watson, M., St. Helen's Farm, Newton Kyme, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS24 9LY. (Tel. Tadcaster 832108). 1973-1978 Wetherell, S. C., 21 The Mount, Malton, North Yorkshire. (Tel. Malton 2164). 1973-1978 Wiggle, I. P., 4 Castle Howard Drive, Malton, North Yorkshire Y017 OBA. (Tel. Malton 2610). 1973-1978 Wilkinson, R., Manor Farm, Kirby Hill, Boroughbridge, York YO5 9DS. (Tel. Boroughbridge 2478). 1973-1978 Wilson, M. E., "Longueville, "Mill Hill, Huntington, York Y03 9PY. (Tel. York 768861). 1973-1978 Wright, A. J., 29 Grasmere Road, Redcar, Cleveland. (Tel. Redcar 6671).

O.P. CHANGES OF ADDRESS-1978 Ainley, J. G., "Simonsdelf", Simons Lane, Frodsham, Warrington WA6 6HQ. Barrett, A. R., 2 Oakwood Park, Leeds LS8 2PJ. Black, A. G., Chestnut Farm, Sand Hutton, York YO4 1LB. Blackburn, J. F., c/o Haba Engineering Surveys Ltd., 24 Jahan Street, Takhte Jamshid Avenue, Tehran, Iran. Bond, M. J., Cefn Gwestydd, Newtown, Powys.

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Pickersgill, W. R., 1 Manor Way, Great Smeaton, Northallerton, North Yorkshire. Ratcliff, K. M., "Dormers", 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamsted, Herts. Robinson, A. C., 3 Eversley, Leasgill, Heversham, Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7EY. Robson, P. J. F., 8 Kenilworth Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG23 8JA. Rounthwaite, D. P., 18 Castle Close, Leconfield, Beverley, North Humberside. Shepherd, G. E., "Brow Side", Vicarage Lane, Burton, Carnforth, Lancashire LA6 1NW. Shepherd, A. M., 68 Clifton, York. Shepherd, P. M., Gill House, Tollerton, York YO6 2EA. Shepherd, P. N., 124 The Mount, York. Sherriff, A. G., Flat 1, The Castle, 1 Riffel Road, London N.W.2. Shubrook, Flt. Lt., D. C., M.A., R.A.F., 26 Brendon Road, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 1HX. Simpson, G. R., 120 Leeds Road, Selby, North Yorkshire YO8 OJG. Sim, D. L. W., 60 High Street, Newport Pagnell, Bucks. Sproule, M. I. H., 42 Knowl Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire. Stead, R. L., 201 East Gomeldon Road, Gomeldon, Salisbury, Wiltshire. Steel, Dr. K. A., 4277 Jeston Crescent, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Tate, D. H., "Sandfels Place", Park Lane, Reigate, Surrey. Turner, J. N. C., 51 Askham Lane, Acomb, York YO2 3HB. Watts, R. J., 78 Woodland Lane, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 4QG. Wood, R. A. B., "Lubnaig", 442 Blackness Road, Dundee. Wise, Dr. E. J., 31 The Crescent Filey, North Yorkshire Y014 9JS. Young, D. G. M., Lindisfarne Cottage, 8 Quarry Edge, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 IRB. Yule, G. S., 35 Albany Road, Bramhall, Stockport, Greater Manchester. Yule, Dr. R. M., Victoria Hospital, Whinney Heys Road, Blackpool.

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OCTOBER, 1979

No. 396

Edited by R. C. G. Drysdale, M.A.

PREFACE

It was with some trepidation that I accepted the position of editor of The Peterite in the middle of the Summer Term. Not only has the magazine a long and distinguished history going back more than a hundred years, but I am following David Cummin who has been editor for the last ten years. David's concept of The Peterite has closely matched that of its original brief: namely, that it should essentially be a report on the School's activities and that it should act as a link between Old Peterites and the School. David has approached this difficult task with scholarly enthusiasm. His distinguished editorials with their historical perspective, their light touch and insight into school life will long be remembered. Many colleagues and Old Peterites alike have regarded David's editorials as the most valuable part of The Peterite. I know that I shall find it difficult to follow in his footsteps. In the coming year I shall be examining ways of extending the original brief of The Peterite. I would particularly like to see more original literary and artistic contributions. It must, however, be pointed out that production costs have soared and financial considerations must inevitably determine the magazine produced.

The Editor wishes to thank the many contributors to The Peterite and would welcome correspondence and articles of general interest from Peterites past and present.

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CONTENTS PAGE

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•• Preface School Notes 1978-79 •• Presentation of Prizes The Common Room and Staff A Tribute to Peter Gardiner Tribute to Peter Gardiner by the Dean of York Mr. D. E. P. Hughes, M.A. Oxford and Cambridge, 1978-79 Prize List .. Examination Results 1979 Valete Salvete The Chapel .. Commemoration Service Chapel Flowers Music •• Drama The Rise and Fall of the Atom Poems •• •• .. Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme •• •• Senior Science Society The Chess Club 1978-79 .. The Northcote Parkinson Society •• Business Game Report Young Farmers' Club •• •• •• The Railway Society `St. Peter's School, York, A.D. 627' — A Brief History of a Locomotive •• •• •• •• •• •• School Bird Ringing Sahara Expedition -- Easter, 1979 The Faroe/Iceland Expedition, 1979 House Notes Athlectics Cross Country Swimming Rugby Hockey Boat Club Cricket Squash Rackets •• Tennis Water Polo Club, 1979 Table Tennis Cambridge Letter Sandhurst Letter Old Peterite News

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SCHOOL NOTES 1978-79

The Autumn Term started on 12th September and ended on 16th December.

The preacher on 17th September was Rev. R. Lewis, Archbishop's Chaplain and Director of Ordinands.

On 26th September Air Commodore Fountain from the Ministry of Defence gave a presentation on the role of the Royal Air Force.

Speech Day was held on 7th October. The guest speaker was Professor Sir Peter Swinnerton-Dyer, F.R.S., the Master of St. Catharine's College, Cambridge.

Sports Day was held on 7th October.

Dick Reid, Esq., gave a Sixth Form lecture entitled, "A Carver's World' on 14th October.

Professor Northcote Parkinson addressed the Historical Society on 18 October.

On 9th, loth and nth November "Antigone" was produced in th Drama Centre.

The Remembrance Service was held on loth November.

The York Symphony Orchestra held a Concert in the Memorial Hall on 18th November.

Pete Morgan, a poet, addressed the Sixth Form on 18th November. 2

The Rev. J. A. Heslop, Vicar of St. Olave's Church, was the celebrant at Communion on 3oth November.

The Advent Carol Service was held on 3rd December.

"The Yeomen of the Guard" was performed in the Memorial Hall on 7th, 8th and 9th December.

The Cricket Club Dance was held on i6th December.

The Easter Term started on 15th January and ended on 24th March.

Mr. Michael Standen, a novelist, addressed the Sixth Form on 2oth January.

The School took part in the Epiphany Procession in York Minster on 21st January.

Mr. Peter Panteli addressed the Sixth Form on Community Service Volunteers on 27th January.

On 3oth January Major J. W. A. Fleming gave an illustrated talk on the Mount Kenya Expeditions.

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The Bishop of Selby's Confirmation Day was held at St. Paul's Church on 17th February.

On March 22nd a Concert was held in the Memorial Hall.

The House Art Exhibition was held between 22nd and 24th March.

The Summer Term started on 23rd April and ended on ][4th July.

A Memorial Service for Jillian Harness was held in the Chapel on ist May. 3

The theme of the Community Service on 6th May was Christian Aid.

Dr. Bailes from the University of Bradford gave a lecture entitled, "The Power Game" to the Sixth Form on 12th May.

The Boat Club Dance was held on 12th May.

Mr. D. H. Hamilton's illustrated lecture entitled, "The Rise and Fall of the Atom" was given in the Drama Centre on 16th and 17th May.

A Poetry/Folk evening was held in the Drama Centre on 24th May.

Dr. Court from the University of Bradford gave a lecture to the Sixth Form entitled, "The Use and Abuse of Drugs" on 2nd June.

The Bishop of Selby was the celebrant at Holy Communion on 7th June.

The Waine Awards Concert was held in the Memorial Hall on 7th June.

The Confirmation Candidates spent a weekend at Marrick Priory from 8th - loth June.

The Confirmation Service was held on 15th June. was the celebrant.

The Bishop of Selby

The St. Peter's Procession took place in York Minster on 24th June.

The main body of '0' and 'A' level exams started on 25th June.

A Lecture-Recital by Anthony Hopkins, C.B.E. was given in the Memorial Hall on 25th June.

The Dean of York was the celebrant at Holy Communion on 29th June. 4

Commemoration Day was held on 14th July. The Preacher was the Headmaster. The Old Peterite Annual General Meeting and the Annual Dinner were held later in the day. We acknowledge with gratitude the gift of £I,000 for the School Appeal from Mr. J. S. Cooper, former Master in Charge of St. Olave's.

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES 7th October, 1978 The Chair was taken by Sir Donald Barron, Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors and the prizes were distributed by Professor Peter SwinnertonDyer, F.R.S., Master of St. Catharine's College, Cambridge. The Headmaster started his report by reviewing the broad field of extracurricular activities and the sporting achievements before turning to academic matters: We tend to measure our academic activity by the results of external written exams at the ages of 16 + and 18 +. These exams provide a reasonably objective yardstick. I would not ascribe to the G.C.E. marksheets the authority of the tablets of the law. The exercise of mind in a written exam is a small part of our engagement with each subject. General standards fluctuate; some subjects shift their emphasis (Economics and Geography are more mathematical than five years ago); occasionally a subject is marked one year with inexplicable severity or generosity. But all that said, I approve of the centrality of these written exams based on memory, because they demand not merely recognistion of concepts but mastery of them. You can only be said to have grasped a subject when you can actively reproduce it in your own words. I can report at '0' level a fairly encouraging picture with an overall pass-rate of 76% of the papers attempted, and impressive results in English, Maths and the Sciences. Languages present a special difficulty, it seems, for us : apart from our top sets in Latin and French it appears that the grappling with the grammar and idiom of foreign languages induces a defeatism in many of you. By determination and concentration, we could overcome that defeatism, as evidently occurred in the study of the Classics last year, when the second Latin set showed a vast increase in the pass-rate. What about proving it can be done in French ? Incidentally, the loci% pass-rate in Greek Civilisation is remarkable, and reminds us of our pedagogic loss in Mr. Duncan; he has poured much enthusiasm and labour into this course and this result speaks volumes. The 'A' level results were the best I have known at St. Peter's. 83% of papers attempted were passed, 2o% at a top grade. The high standards that have obtained on the Maths and Sciences were upheld. No one failed any of the foreign languages attempted, and the English subjects, including some candidates without academic pretensions, showed the splendid results of responsive industry. And let me say unequivocally that while some of the scholars produced spectacular results (one character six grade As and another five), the results which were the greatest achievements were prob5

ably those of seven or eight boys and girls of average ability whose middle grades represented exceptional perseverance. Hard work can remove mountains. The General Studies 'A' level exam has now been taken, with considerable success, by three successive year-groups. It is good to see so many sixth-formers indicating a general strength in this way. I am led to ponder the words BREADTH and NARROWNESS, which are so often bandied to and fro in discussions of our Sixth Form curriculum. It is suggested that restriction to three examined subjects in the Sixth Form is bad for the mind. If it restricts your thinking to those three subjects then I agree that it is bad. The pressing problems that this generation of sixth-formers (in this country and in the world) will have to solve over the next 3o years demand a broad spread of skills, insights and sympathies. Engineers must not only be efficient engineers but also conscious of human needs and historical traditions; businessmen need not only degrees in Business Studies — they may have to sell their goods in French and will need human perspectives as well. We cannot turn out professionals in a single skill — of science, or communication, management, or whatever — who lack the confidence of a wide involvement with human experience or are deficient in mathematical reasoning. It's no good confining your attention to skills and studies, some of which may be out of date in five years' time. One answer being contemplated by the Schools Council is the extension of Sixth Form study to take in not three subjects at 'A' level but five subjects, three at N or Normal ( = A) and two at F level or Further ( = i A). In other words, the idea is to impose greater breadth and less depth. This is not the time or the place to argue in detail the pros and cons of this scheme: suffice it to say, I think that it would be mindless to jettison the 'A' level, because it is a recognised yardstick; that breadth in the sense I have in mind is not attained at the expense of depth; that subjects can be taught and learnt broadly or they can be taught and learnt narrowly; that we need a flexible Sixth Form choice consisting of 'A' levels and 'A' levels (all right let's call them Ns), and that a sixth-former could choose a pattern appropriate to him from the menu that the School could provide of, say three 'A' levels and one N; or one 'A' and three Ns; or two 'As' and two Ns; and so on in 1, any number of combinations. The standards attained by our sixth-formers by way of entry to Higher Education are high. Don't let's endanger these standards by placing our trust on an exam as yet untried. The breadth that we should aim for is that of a wide spread of competence at 16, measured at present by '0' levels; a spread of study in 'A' levels and subsidiary subjects in the sixth-form to give depth and breadth (not one at the expense of the other). That's the framework. But I'd add a personal commitment to our studies that all of us — pupils, staff, parents — ought to be aware of . . . ,

a. The mind working at full stretch. The most satisfying sports are those that stretch us to our limits. We must be prepared to be fully stretched; to develop our full powers of thinking. 2. The mind prepared to study by itself, not under the compulsion o unremitting direction. If you are to have confidence in your own judgm you must learn to work independently. You are not parrots.

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3. A readiness to understand why people act and think as they do, and the in their idioms but on your terms. Human ability to communicate with them —

beings and human groups, in so much of their behaviour, are irrational. The understanding of others' irrationality (and of one's own) is a mark of breadth of mind. And fourthly, in case this all sounds too theoretical . . .

4. A readiness to take responsibility. In the old days of the Public Schools monitors imposed a stereotyped discipline on the day's routines because they were given powerful privileges. They got things done because they gave orders. This attitude on the part of leaders (it has been labelled Ruritanian) represented one way of handling people. Is it an appropriate preparation for management in modern conditions ? Well there is a time for orders, and orders may need enforcing. I'm not against them. But, as an educational aim, I prefer to see in our senior pupils responsibility exercised through representative groups discussing specific management matters in the School, so that our sixth-formers learn how consulation and representation work, not in theory, but in the nitty gritty of everyday School life. This is the philosophy behind our system of representation in groups in various departments of the School — Chapel Committee, Catering Committee, the group publicising "What's on ?". I hope my keynote has been obvious. In a fine year for the School, a significantly large number of girls and boys, by their achievements in and out of the classroom, have demonstrated purposeful breadth. Sir Peter Swinnerton-Dyer distributed the prizes. In his speech Sir Peter put forward the thesis that much of the School curriculum has no practical justification beyond its value as an acedmic discipline. Expanding on the theme, he gave support to this mind-training as invaluable and necessary to all branches of Higher Education.

THE COMMON ROOM AND STAFF This year has seen several changes in staff. Mr. Gardiner, the former Headmaster, has left to take up a new post in Hertfordshire. Mr. Hughes, the Second Master at Shrewsbury, has been appointed Headmaster and will be taking up his appointment in January, 1980. Mr. Cummin is the interim Headmaster. In addition several other members of staff have left: Mr. Harris to enjoy retirement, Mr. Roberts to take up a position as Head of Department at St. Nicholas R.C. School in Northwich, Mr. Butler to prepare for Ordination at Durham University, Mrs. Atkinson to follow her husband who has been appointed to the Chair of Philosophy at Exeter University, and Mr. Grisdale who hopes to enter the world of Advertising. The following new members of staff joined in September: Mr. G. MacDonald, B.A. (London), M.A. (York) to teach History, Mr. R. Harriman, B.A. (York) to teach Chemistry, Mr. A. G. Roberts, B.Sc. (Aberdeen) to teach Physics, Mr. P. Walls, B.A. (Bangor) A.I.B. to teach French, Mr. P. Taylor, M.A. (Liverpool) to teach Latin and Mrs. J. H. W. Drysdale, M.A. (St. Andrews) to teach French. 7

MR. P. D. R. GARDINER, M.A.

(photo by Lawrence Bleasdale) 8

A TRIBUTE TO PETER GARDINER Like a man, no school is an island. It is influenced by, and is expected to influence, the political, social and economic circumstances of the society of which it is a part. In the political sphere the schools have seen a swing from right to left and now back to right again, and the independent schools have felt themselves under sufficient pressure to take some measures of self-defence, mainly ISIS. Social changes of all kinds have been considerable — increased tolerance of behaviour formerly frowned upon; the move towards more friendliness, or familiarity — call it what you will; increased escapism as reflected for example in increased consumption of alcohol; changes in acceptable costume and hair styles; the lowering of the age of majority from twenty one to eighteen; increased use of personal transport; the falling birth rate; the spread of belief in co-education; the decline in church-going. The list could be extended greatly, and these changes have all presented problems and opportunities to the schools, whether independent or not. The impact of economic events, too, has been enormous, while ideas in education itself have not been static, by any means. This, then, is the background against which Peter Gardiner's influence and work at St. Peter's has to be viewed. He took over a school with a well founded basis of scholarship, a sound reputation in the world of school sport, and an unusually good internal atmosphere. It is not easy to follow a long established and respected regime, and, human memory being what it is, the old days tend to be the good old days, but nevertheless the net advantages were great: it was not reform but development and adaption to changing circumstances that were to be the new headmaster's task. It may well be that, however long his tenure, no headmaster of St. Peter's has had so many external influences to consider, and of these probably the most worrying was the world-wide student unrest of the early 197os, which spread from the universities to the schools. St. Peter's was in fact not much affected, such incidents as there were being very minor and individual. The reasons for this near-immunity are not simple to analyse, but Peter's firmness where it was called for and adaptability where that was appropriate to an improved atmosphere must surely have been amongst them. One of the manifestations of this unrest was the appearance amongst a small minority of hostility to chapel services, just at a time when some dissatisfaction with the forms of organised religion was springing from other and more worthy sources. This problem, more particularly in its longer term aspect, has been met by making services less dependant on ritual and more on relationship to daily experience, bringing them more into line with modern needs. It would be idle to pretend that Peter's guidance in this has pleased everybody or has entirely surmounted the indifference arising from a largely secular society, but it has succeeded in keeping "Chapel" as a substantial influence in the school. And, frankly, that is probably as much as anyone could reasonably hope for. These are but two examples, albeit major ones, of the many decisions he has had to make in response to changing external circumstances. There are many others, ranging from abolition of the school cap to keeping a register of eighteenth birthdays, some easy, some difficult. However, one of Peter's characteristics is to have thorough consultation with 9

those concerned before making a decision and if sometimes this has seemed to some to have gone almost too far, it means that rarely has anyone not had the opportunity to put his point of view. But ultimately the decisions have to be the headmaster's. Where these have been painful, as they have been on occasion, for such is a headmaster's lot, his reluctance to hurt anyone's feelings has always been very obvious. Painful decisions, however, tend to be those forced by circumstances. Perhaps not less difficult to carry out, but far pleasanter, are those which could broadly be called developments, and in this field Peter has engineered introductions of major importance and has carried opinion with him. This is no place for a catalogue, but who can deny that the school has benefited greatly from parents' meetings; the encouragement of drama, including the establishment of the Drama Centre; the Sports Hall; the Swimming Baths in their new form; and the great diversity of activities now available ? These are not the only positive developments and perhaps above all Peter will be remembered for the introduction of girls into the VI Form, one of the most successful achievements of his regime. In all these ways he has made with great smoothness the transition from the benevolent autocracy appropriate to the nineteen fifties and early sixties to the more free and easy atmosphere called for in the nineteen seventies. Timing has been important, for influences are gradual in their growth as a rule, and development is rarely urgent. While a school has to move with the times, when changes are for the better or are compelling, it also must not move with every whim or fancy or passing fashion. It is fair to say that at St. Peter's in the last twelve years no policy decisions have been rushed and none delayed too long. It is hardly deniable that the most vital feature of a school is its "tone", which defies definition, but is an amalgam of discipline, friendliness, tolerance, enthusiasms, manners, and no doubt many trace elements. For at least half a century St. Peter's has had a very good "tone". It is perhaps as great a tribute as any to Peter's headship that he has not only maintained this but has enhanced it. All this has been done at a time when economic, and to a lesser extent political, developments have been hostile. When over a period economic pressures have been such as to raise school fees nearly five-fold, credit must be given to a headmaster who has seen his school rise in numbers from 645 to 750, his teacher/pupil ratio improve, many classrooms modernised, a Sports Hall buit, the Swimming Baths modernised, and that without any falling-off of standards elsewhere. On the political side there has been no direct threat, but the Headmasters' Conference felt it necessary to set up ISIS as a means inter alia of informing public opinion, and one of Peter's lesser known activities is that he was one of the founders of that body and has served on its committees both locally and nationally. And what of Peter himself ? He has been no remote headmaster, but has associated himself closely with every school activity, knows all the boys and girls personally, is always available. Thus his concern, his culture, his sense of humour, his enthusiasm and his capacity for hard work have been pervading and incalculable influences for good. It has sometimes been said that it is impossible to be both a gentleman and a good headmaster, but at St. Peter's the dilemma has not existed: we remember him as both. L. C. L. T.

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TRIBUTE TO PETER GARDINER BY THE DEAN OF YORK, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS In the summer of 1975, when it became known that I was to leave Westminster for York, one of the first letters of welcome I received was from Peter Gardiner on behalf of St. Peter's School. It was a friendly and charming letter which not only gave me great pleasure: I was also impressed by the obvious love and enthusiasm the writer had for the school. Since then we have had nearly four years of pretty close contact, and I can only say that these four years have in no way changed my first favourable impressions. Here was a man whose dedication to the School and its well-being was complete. Here was a scholar — in love with his subject and with teaching. Here was a pastor — with a genuine concern for those under his care. Here was a man of culture — interested not only in the arts but also in all manner of things of good report. But above all here was a true Christian gentleman — and that is the highest compliment I can pay. The Governing Body of St. Peter's is an interesting mixture of people, nominated by different groups and covering diverse interests — the church, education, local government, law, business. It would be strange if there were not differences of opinion from time to time — indeed it would be very disquieting if there were never disagreements. Sometimes governors disagree with governors, sometimes governors disagree with the Headmaster. But I can truthfully say that during my four years as chairman, despite disagreements, our meetings have never been stormy and tempers have not frayed: and this has in large measure been due to Peter's own careful preparation of material, his own good temper and his courtesy. And at the end he was there ready to entertain us, encouraging us to relax, and to forget all our problems over a drink and a meal. So Peter leaves us for Stanborough — a job very different from St. Peter's, but one where I feel sure he will have an opportunity to use his obvious gifts and talents to the full. We wish him, his wife and his family every happiness, and we thank him for twelve years unstinted service here with us. He has done a great deal for the school as an institution: but there must be many individuals who feel all the better for having known him. That says a very great deal.

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MR. D. E. P. HUGHES, M.A.

(photo by Lawrence Blew"

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MR. D. E. P. HUGHES, M.A. Mr. Hughes, the new Headmaster, will take up his appointment in January, 1980. He was educated at St. Paul's School, London and then at St. John's College, Oxford where he was a scholar. He graduated in 1954 with an Honours degree in Chemistry. After university he was commissioned in the Royal Horse Artillery. In 1956 Mr. Hughes was appointed Assistant Master at Shrewsbury School. He was made Head of Chemistry in 1958 and Head of Science in 1965. In 1972 he was appointed Second Master. Between 1967 and 1968 Mr. Hughes was seconded to the Nuffield Physical Science Project and appointed Chief Examiner. He has written two textbooks and various articles, book reviews and letters. Mr. Hughes is married and has three children. His recreations include hill walking, badminton, music and bridge.

OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE 197 8- 79 Exhibition to read Classics at Merton College, Oxford. Exhibition to read Mathematics at Trinity College, Cambridge. Scholarship to read Archaeology at Christ's College, Cambridge. Scholarship to read Medical Sciences at St. Catharine's College, Cambridge. Place to read Engineering at Magdalene College, Cambridge. Place to read Mathematics and Physics at St. John's College, Cambridge.

R. A. C. Bronk P. W. S. De Silva* J. Healey S. C. Wetherell R. Collingwood-Gittins R. E. Craig*

Place to read Law at Girton.

J. R. Markwick Smith

*Also E.S.U. Scholarships to America.

PRIZE LIST J. F. Ellison J. Healey

NORMAN CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE .. .. K. H. RHODES PRIZE . • .. B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE .. THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LATIN:

Senior

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M. P. Kerr

M. D. Bowstead

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.. .. .. .. Junior WHYTEHEAD MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DIVINITY 13

T. A. Kaner

f C. R. W. Bell IT. M. Hills

TOYNE EUROPEAN HISTORY PRIZE GEOGRAPHY PRIZES: Senior .. .. Junior SIR LUMLEY DODSWORTH ESSAY PRIZE JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY: .. IVth Forms .. .. IIIrd Forms THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZES: .. Senior .. Junior PRIZE FOR DEBATING .. RICHARD ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR DRAMA ..

J. C. Neal

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.. S. R. Lister .. J. C. Torlesse .. Ruth M. Addinall

D. T. Kean B. A. R. Skrentny .. G. J. Norman .. R. D. Venable .. W. N. Carmichael I j. Healey .. C. J. E. Bird L.A. J. B. Miller

ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH: .. Senior Junior FRENCH ESSAY .. .. .. .. GERMAN .. FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS

.. Ruth M. Addinall .. A. G. Whipp .. Ruth M. Addinall .. A. D. M. Barrell .. N. G. Townsend .. Amanda C. Rigby C. Bean .. .. R. M. Craig PRIZES FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES S. J. Shilleto J. M. V. Storey DAVIDSON PRIZE FOR CHEMISTRY .. Bridget K. Gray ART PRIZES: .. R. D. Nield Senior .. S. M. Midgley Junior .. f T. N. Prosser-Higdon HANDICRAFTS PRIZE A. R. Prescott .. T. R. Wallhead PADDY POWER PRIZE MUSIC PRIZES .. Ruth M. Addinall Senior P. G. Fender N. C. H. Pemberton .. D. N. C. Pemberton Junior A. G Whipp GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PRIZES: .. C. J. E. Bird VIth Forms .. M. D. Bowstead Vth Forms .. .. R. J. Kirby IVth Forms .. N. P. G. Davies IIIrd Forms

FORM PRIZES M. D. Bowstead .. T. A. Heap D. A. Williamson D. R. Wass .. T. A. Kaner .. P. A. Dodman .. f G. C. H. Lomas J. P. O'Farrell .. M. P. Sweetman .. P. J. Drury .. N. J. England .. J. M. Muirhead .. A. C. Bradley

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EXAMINATION RESULTS 1979 The following successes were achieved at Advanced Level:— Barrel!, A. D. M. — Latin (A), French (A), German (A), History (A2), General Studies (A). Barron, R. M. — Latin (A), French, History (Al), General Studies (A). Andrews, S. J. — General Studies. Blackburn, M. S. D. — French, English Literature (A), General Studies, Economics. Burton, R. D. — French (A), English Literature (A), General Studies (A), Economics (A). Carmichael, W. N. — History, Political Studies, Economics. Craig, R. M. — English Literature, Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry. Dixon, G. — English Literature, Political Studies, General Studies, Economics. Dixon, S. M. — General Studies, Economics, History. Ellison, D. M. — M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Ellison, J. F. — English Literature, S.M.P. Maths., General Studies, Economics. Fender, P. G. — English Literature, Music, S.M.P. Maths. Goodwin, S. J. — English Literature, S.M.P. Maths. (A). Hinchliffe, D. R. — French (A), German, English Literature (Al), General Studies (A). Kay, D. J. — English Literature, S.M.P. Maths. (A), Economics. Lister, S. R. — Geography, Political Studies, Economics. Nield, R. D. — French, English Literature, Art (A). Pease, H. R. B. — English Literature, Art (A), General Studies, Economics. Quirke, M. F. — English Literature, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Baylor, T. J. — English Literature (A), History, Political Studies. Rayson, I. C. M. — English Literature, S.M.P. Maths., General Studies. Swiers, P. J. — Geography, Economics. Tyson, M. J. — History, Political Studies, General Studies, Economics. Whatmoor, N. W. — History. Williamson, H. T. S. — English Literature (A), History, General Studies (A), Economics (A). Wilson, J. P. — English Literature, General Studies. Abbott, J. P. J. F. — Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry, General Studies (A). Bean, C. — Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), S.M.P. Further (A), Chemistry, General Studies (A). Brooke, D. A. — Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Casting, T. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Chadwick, C. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Clarkson, K. P. — Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further, Chemistry, General Studies. Greenwood, P. D. — M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Hall, M. E. — Physics, S.M.P. Maths., General Studies. Hare, J. N. W. — Physics, S.M.B. Maths., Art. Jemmett, N. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Kerr, M. P. — Biology, S.M.P. Maths , Chemistry (A), General Studies. Leckenby, A. D. — Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A), General Studies (A), Art. Mortimer, W. N. B. — Physics, S. M.P. Maths. Power, M. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Rymer, C. G. — S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Shilleto, S. J. — Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), S.M.P. Further, Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Shuttleworth, N. D. — Physics, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Storey, J. M. V. — Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Townsend, N. G. — Biology, General Studies, Economics. Buckle, S. M. — Physics (A), Biology, Chemistry. Cuckston, P. G. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Raheem, M. A. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Addinall, R. M. — French (Al), English Literature (Al), Music. 15

Anderton, L. R. — English Literature, History. Dalby, W. E. — English Literature, History. Dixon, C. J. — French, English Literature (A), General Studies, Art. Gillett, J. C. — French, English Literature (Al), History, General Studies (A). Gray, B. K. — English Literature (A), Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (Al). Harrod, J. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Rolston, A. J. — History, Political Studies (A). Sampson, A. G. — Biology, Chemistry, Art. Stringer, H. S. — Biology, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Tapp, J. V. — M.E.I. Maths., General Studies, Economics. Thorpe, P. A. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. At Ordinary Level (Grades A, B or C) or C.S.E. Grade 1:— Ashton, S. D. (11); Ashurst, W. A. (9); Aspinall, N. D. (11); Bentley, C. T. G. (7); Blackburn, T. J. (5); Blacker, A. W. (5); Booth, A. D. (8); Bowstead, M. D. (11); Brierley, J. N. D. (4); Broadbent, C. G. (5); Bunney, M. G. S. (10); Burton, P. G. (6); Carder-Geddes, A. D. G. (11); Chapman, R. P. A. (5); Close, P. S. (6); Coates, R. T. (8); Coverdale, R. E. (7); Cramb, I. D. M. (10); Dee, S. N. (4); Dixon, A. J. (11) ; Elston, R. S. (10); Etches, S. W. (5); Eyre, A. J. D. (11); Farrow, J. R. (4); Fawthrop, A. J. (6); Gee, M. C. S. (7); Giddings, S. H. (8); Gillett, A. M. (11); Green, A. W. (8); Hall, M. J. (6); Hall, R. B. (5); Hancock, C. G. L. (6); Harness, N. A. (7) ; Heap, T. A. (11); Hill, C. C. (7); Hitchenor, A. D. (7); Hjort, M. F. H. (7); Hobson, C. T. (3); Holden, J. R. (7); Hopkinson, C. H. (8); Ibbotson, P. R. J. (1); Iveson, R. H. (3); Jesper, M. G. (10); Johnson, A. R. M. (6); Johnson, P. E. (4); Jones, B. J. I. (3); Jones, T. R. W. (10); Kettlewell, T. S. (9); Linton, R. E. (4); Lister, R. W. (8); Litten, R. S. P. (5); Longthorp, S. P. (3); Ludley, J. D. (8) ; MacFarlane, D. J. B. (5); MacPherson, A. R. (3); McDonald, L. R. P. (6); Megginson, A. F. (5); Moayyedi, P. (9); Morris, S. R. A. (6); Nodder, A. P. (6); Oates, G. A. (8); Pal, D. K. (11); Pell, A. J. (2); Prendergast, J. A. (6); Prescott, A. R. (5); ProsserHigdon, T. N. (8); Reynolds, M. A. (5) ; Rooms, D. J. (1); Schofield, R. N. J. (8); Schoon, A. N. (6); Sellers, M. I. (8); Shipley, M. S. 0. (9); Taylor, J. P. M. (2); Taylor, J. R. C. (1); Topham, K. D. (9); Walker, C. R. (10); Wass, D. R. (9); Watson, J. D. F. (5); Webster, R. H. (5); Williamson, D. A. (11); Winchurch, J. C. (6); Wood, P. A. (1); Woollons, S. J. (7); Worner, C. M. (7); Wright, E. F. J. (9).

VALETE T. R. G. Richard Grisdale left us after a year's appointment with us. We are grateful to him for his scholarly teaching to the bright, his sympathetic approach to the less academic, and his vigorous participation in five-a-side soccer and cricket. We wish him well for the future. P.D.R.G.

M. J. A. Joan Atkinson, as part-time French teacher, has in her three years in the School made many friends and become a fully integrated member of the teaching staff. It became obvious from her teaching of French that she was interested not only in the subject but also in the boys she was teaching. It was her faculty for finding the right words of help or encouragement for the struggler that made her so suitable as a confidential advisor to the girls when they joined the Sixth Form. Thus we are immensely grateful to Joan, 16

not only for her conscientious teaching but also her help with the personal relations of the School, in which she did such selfless and valuable service. We wish her and her husband every happiness in their move to the University of Exeter. P.D .R.G.

D. J. B. Derek Butler joined the teaching staff in September, 1975 as a member of the Physics Department. After gaining his degree at Aston University and his P.G.C.E. at St. John's College in York, he set himself at St. Peter's in his first teaching appointment to make himself a really efficient Physics teacher. In his four years he decisively proved his skill, as his pupils and his exam results will testify. Among his special interests were tennis, and film and television. It was appropriate that in his last summer at St. Peter's he should assist in the coaching of a most successful tennis team. In his coaching there were no fireworks but an impressive mixture of perception and determination. As regards his interest in film, the monument to his good work is now available in the School, and has been seen by many Peterites, present and past: I refer to his film of the School, shot, with the assistance of a team of enthusiasts among the boys, in time for the 535oth Anniversary of the School. A number of sequences in that film are unforgettable — the rowing and rugby sequences for instance, in which the tricks of slowing down or speeding up the camera enlarged our perception of the nature of the games with a strange novelty. The time came however when Derek felt that his life would be more intensely fulfilled as a priest than as a teacher, and so now he leaves us to undertake his training for ordination. His very perceptive talks from the pulpit on Science and Religion during one week and his invaluable aid at the weekend with Confirmation candidates at Marrick Priory suggest that he will have a great deal to offer in his chosen future. We are sorry to lose so good a Physics teacher, but we recognize his profound commitment, and wish him and Heather every happiness. P .D .R. G.

A. W. R. Alan Roberts joined St. Peter's in September, 1973 to teach a variety of languages — his degree at Leeds University included French, Latin and Russian. Such teachers are invaluable and find their way into the less accessible interstices of the timetable. Although there have been only a trickle of Russian students in the School, Alan has provided this language for the occasional Sixth-former and for groups in the IIIrd forms: those who have gone onto their '0' levels have found it a strenuous and enjoyable process — membership of the most elitist club in the School! Alan's main work has been in French at all levels, and he has shown a consistent skill in adapting the language appropriately to the very wide range of language learning that we find in the School. Alan has been much in demand outside the classroom for his genially exercised skills and the agreeable informality of his conversation. He has been a most valuable member of the rugby staff; in particular his skill in 17

encouraging a spirit of enjoyment among the third XV of the School has been most marked. Whatever game he has coached, rugby, tennis or cricket, there is enthusiasm far removed from fanaticism about his approach, which brings out the best in boys. Last year, he undertook fresh responsibilities as a member of the Careers team in the strenuous process of interpreting the Birkbeck tests, and interviewing Fifth-formers. He is a good listener and a kind speaker. The temperate common sense of his reports has been most helpful and encouraging to a generation of boys. He has also answered a popular need in his interest in and knowledge of modern music, and it was a delightfully characteristic idea that he should share this interest with the boys in a lunch hour once a week. Alan established himself in our midst as a most delightful and unassuming conversationalist — both staff, and boys and girls felt that — and it was a particular pleasure to us all when his first-born son arrived upon the scene; we almost look upon young James as a Peterite! We congratulate Alan on his appointment as Head of Modern Languages at St. Nicholas R.C. High School, in Northwich, and we wish him and Irene every happiness for the future. P.D.R.G. P. L. H. Philip Harris, Scholar of Jesus College, Cambridge joined the staff of St. Peter's in January, 1946, having served seven years in the Technical and Training Command instructing in radio and radar. The School has been fortunate in keeping such a humane and skilful teacher for most of his professional life. Generations of boys (and a few girls too) have received the benefit of his instruction in the labs, and, if they misbehaved, the salutary catharsis of cleaning the lab. sinks. Milestones of Philip's career after his arrival in 1946 were his appointment as overall Head of Science, the extension of the labs. that took place under his direction in 1955, and the series of Science Conversazioni that he planned in the sixties and seventies. So much has been recorded in The Peterite and is part of the official history of the School. Perhaps I should add a more personal assessment of Philip from the twelve years during which I had the pleasure of being his colleague. As soon as I arrived, I could see it was a strong and lively Science Department with a consistent record of Oxbridge awards at one level and a concern for the less academic at another. In captaining his team of Science masters, he allowed them to develop individual initiatives and he co-ordinated the resulting pressure of space and equipment with a strong practical sense. He always took on himself a full programme of teaching, and took his full share of the range of abilities — the lowest sets as well as the top. Those who experienced his teaching found him in their early days a stringent and demanding teacher, clear, thorough and businesslike, but as they grew up they came to appreciate the less formal and more relaxed atmosphere of his sixth-form teaching. He enjoyed jokes and red herrings as much as the class did, but he was sternly insistent that there should be no fooling around. If he disapproved of something, he showed a tough bluntness that left the offender in no doubt. 18

His powers of administration were outstanding. The extraordinary upheaval of each Science Conversazione in which over half the boys in the School and over half the teaching space in the School were occupied, was managed by Philip with remarkable aplomb. Everyone was given his parameters within which he was free to display his thing — hence one experienced an exhilarating sense of freedom within bounds. I remember one stand in the Scott Block which epitomized those gatherings: a German exchange student was all set to give a display with explanatory spiel of something to do with crystals, and the guest of honour, one of the country's leading crystallographers, came up to hear this talk, led by Philip. Despite the boy's expostulations, he had to speak his piece — in English — to the distinguished expert; and he weathered the ordeal with near-fluency. I cannot readily think of a more educational exercise. About ten years ago, Philip suggested that the Senior Science Society should invite to membership the girls of Queen Margaret's School, Escrick. It was through his invitations that this extension of the Society took place. Again Philip's guidance was not dictatorial or prescriptive. The ideas for talks came from a joint committee of pupils from each School and Philip then found the lecturers, whether on drugs or explosives or cosmetics or silicon chips, from nearby University or industry. He provided the framework within which the boys' and girls' curiosity could be satisfied. It was after seeing how well these joint meetings went that I felt it feasible for girls actually to join the School as full members — in lab. and classroom, instead of only at the social periphery. Philip, up to his last term, took a full share of extracurricular activities, two of which merit special mention. During his teaching span here, he ran the R.A.F. Section and, voluntary as it became, it consistently attracted groups of enthusiastic recruits and satisfied them with opportunities of signalling, of visiting airfields, of flying, of passing exams. in aerial navigation and of gaining gliding certificates. And about four years ago, he capitalised on the new Sports Centre by taking as an option, groups of boys for table tennis. He entered his strongest players for local leagues and remarkable successes were recorded under his benign sponsorship. Thus he was innovating at the time when many teachers, as they approach the home straight, remain perfunctory. There was nothing perfunctory about Philip. Philip Harris achieved an enormous amount in his time by way of instruction, pastoral assistance (and I haven't even mentioned his spell as Assistant Housemaster), and encouragement of boys through extracurricular activities. In pursuit of his aims, he was single-minded and extraordinarily persistent. During my twelve years at St. Peter's, I came to recognize various approaches from members of staff when they wished to gain authority for an innovation. Some bore down like battleships; some prepared the way with written prologues of explanation; some came up with a jaunty air of "Oh, by the way, Headmaster". Philip's technique was to sidle round the knots of coffee drinkers at break and stand unobtrusively at my elbow . . . until I turned. And I was caught. May I say that never on these occasions was I invited to authorize anything impractical, extravagant or extreme. He had always prepared his case immaculately and, if I ever said no, the more fool me. Philip retired at Christmas 1978, and was thus released for globe-trotting in more convenient months than School holidays. It was typically generous 19

of this loyal teacher that he agreed to waive the right this last summer term in order to fill a temporary gap and that he taught with all his old skill, thoroughness and good humour. To him and Margaret we wish every possible happiness in retirement, with many years of trips to exotic parts of the world.

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JULY 1979 DRONFIELD Brooke, D. A., Dalby, Wendy E., Dixon, G., Johnson, P. M., Kay, D. J., Lister, S. R., Miller, K., Rooms, D. J., Sunley, M. C. J. GROVE Blackburn, M. S. D., Burton, J. G., Casling, T. J., Chadwick, C. J., Cuckston, P. G., Harrod, Jane, Ibbotson, P. R. J., Kerr, M. P., Nield, R. D., Prosser-Higdon, T. N., Sampson, Anna G., Swiers, P. J., Tapp, Janine V., Thorpe, Prudence A., Worner, C. M. QUEEN'S Blacker, A. W., Brown, J. E. A., Craig, R. M., Dixon, Caroline J., Ellison, J. F., Fender, P. G., Hunter, C. T., Leckenby, A. D., Macfarlane, D. J. B., Macpherson, A. R., Mainds, R. C. S., McCarter, P. E., Miller, D. C., Power, M. J., Prendergast, J. A., Rolston, Alicia J., Squire, N., Winder, G. J. M. F. RISE Burdass, C. W., Mathews, C. B., Megginson, A. F., Rymer, C. G., Schoon, A. N., Shuttleworth, N. D., Spencer, C., Tyson, M. J., Wilson, J. P., Wright, G. A. MANOR Barnish, W. A., Boyd, J. M., Carmichael, W. N., Ellison, D. M., Mortimer, W. N. B., Quirke, M. F., Rayson, I. C. M., Stringer, Helen S., Townsend, N. G. TEMPLE Anderton, Louise, Dixon, S. M., Gray, Bridget K., Hare, J. N. W., Jemmett, N. J., Newitt, F. S., Pease, H. R. B., Raheem, M. A., Shilleto, S. J., Taylor, J. R. C., Watson, J. D. F., Whatmoor, N. W., Williamson, H. T. S. SCHOOL HOUSE Andrews, S. J., Barrett, R. J., Beaumont, I. D., Bird, D. J., Brown, R. J., Buckle, S. M., Etches, S. W., Goodwin, S. J., Greenwood, P. D., Linton, R. E., Reed, A. C., Storey, J. M. V. 20

SALVETE BOARDERS, SEPTEMBER, 1979 Abel, L. J. W., Rise; Abel, T. A., Rise; Angel, J. R., Dronfield; Banks, C. P., Dronfield; Bulman, A. J. D., Manor ; Cole, A. S. P., Manor; Deas, R. C., School House; Ellis, R. W., Manor; Gillespie, R. G., School House; Kinnear, A. M., Dronfield; McClarron, S. C., School House; Ogden, R. G., Dronfield; Spink, R. G. E., Dronfield; Strike, R. J. A., Manor; Walker, H. G., Manor; Weston, R., Dronfield; Wilson, E. R., School House. DAY BOYS, SEPTEMBER, 1979 Lyon, M. P., Temple; Shanks, J. W., Temple; Sharrock, D. J., Temple; Valiance, M. G. B., Temple. DAY BOYS FROM ST. OLAVE'S Abbey, M. J., Temple; Armishaw, J. P., Grove; Arrowsmith, N. D., Grove; Atkinson, J. P., Temple; Baren, A. D. K., Temple; Beaumont, J. P., Temple; Binnington, J. P., Queen's; Bowden, J. A., Grove; Butterworth, M. D., Grove; Carr, D. H., Grove; Cass, M. A., Rise (D.Bdr.); Chapman, P. N. B., Queen's; Chilman, R. K. R., Temple; Conacher, S. R. M., Queen's; Copley, D. J., Queen's; Cramb, M. W. J., Temple; Dickson, G. C., Temple; Dobie, M. J., Queen's; Duffield, R. P., Grove; Ellerker, R. J., Grove; Foley, M. J., Queen's; Galley, S. D., Queen's; Galley, W. F., Grove; Gardner, R. 0. B., Queen's; Gower, T. C., Queen's; Hall, A. R., Grove; Hameed, Z., Temple; Heslop, N. J., Queen's; Hopton, N. D., Temple; Houston, A. J. G., Grove; Howie, F. W. H., Queen's; Jacques, P. J. D., Grove; Kaner, B. C., Grove; Kelly, P. J., Grove; Knox, A. K., Queen's; Nichols, M. E., Grove; Procter, J. G., Grove; Robinson, G. G. B.;, Queen's; Stone, A. F. M., Grove; Thompson, G. A., Queen's; Wicks, R. J., Queen's; Wise, M. G., Queen's; Wombell, C. D., Temple; Wood, S. P., Temple. BOARDERS FROM ST. OLAVE'S, 1979 Allan, C. R. W., Dronfield; Barker, A. J. E., Manor; Bird, S. P., School House; Bradbury, S. F., Dronfield; Chamieh, M. A., Manor; Collingwood, S., Dronfield; Eddell, P. H. B., School House; Farnsworth, J. R., Rise; Fawthrop, R. S., Rise; Frank, J. A., Manor; Gray, A. P. M., Manor; Hughes, R. W., Rise; Jacques, D., School House; Kashita, S. A. L., Dronfield; Knapton, J. W., Manor; Leadley, A. D., School House; Millard, A. J., Manor; Nichols, A. T., Manor; Oldfield, C. J. M., Rise; Pawson, J. I., Rise; Rollo, K. G. T., Temple; Rooke, S. R., Rise; Spence, S. D., School House; Stewart, J. M., School House; Sweetman, D. C. M., Dronfield; White, J. G., Rise. BOYS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM SEPTEMBER, 1979 Aggarwal, R. K., Queen's; Cochrane, A. R. N., Rise; Paranjothy, M., Queen's. GIRL BOARDERS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM, SEPTEMBER, 1979 Bulmer, Bridget J., Manor; Smith, Miriam R., School House; Spratt, Mary H., Manor; Priestley, Fiona J., School House. GIRL DAY BOARDERS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM, SEPTEMBER, 1979 Lockey, Claire F., School House; Shuttleworth, Sally A., School House. DAY GIRLS ENTERING THE SIXTH FORM, SEPTEMBER, 1979 Boorman, Amanda S., Temple; Neville, Sarah J., Temple; Smith, Johanna L., Temple. 21

THE CHAPEL A lady said to me in the Minster recently, "You don't have chapel services any more at St. Peter's, do you ?" I was able to assure her that we most certainly did, though I fear that she was not impressed with the idea of "only" four or so Community Services per term on a Sunday. It has been noticeable when we have had voluntary special services such as the Advent Carol Serivce and the Whit-Sunday evening Family Communion, that these are supported more by the days boys and parents than by the boarders. Both these occasions were very enjoyable, and those who came (boys and adults) said how much more preferable were such services than the compulsory ones. Our two largest services have, of course, been the Minster ones. Both are fraught with problems. To many people; especially "first-timers" and those taking part in the Service, the Epiphany Procession is a magical and enthralling litury. But to so very many of the boys (who can't see or hear what is happening for much of the Service) it is a gigantic bore. The Service is the Minster's own, and we are invited (and honoured) guests. I feel that the time has come to make this a voluntary occasion for us, as it is for the rest of the vast congregation. When Western Christianity decided that St. Peter ought to be commemorated on 29th June each year it did not have to cope with '0', 'A/0' and 'A' levels! As St. Peter's School we can hardly fail to honour St. Peterstide — indeed I feel that we should make far more of St. Peter's Day itself. But exams prevent us from doing anything other than the bare minimum of rehearsal for any service in the Minster. It would have been marvellous to have heard the band in the Cathedral, but practice time was impossible. Perhaps a boost for St. Peter's Day and a Minster celebration for our true founder, St. Paulinus (loth October) is the way forward ? A feature of the mid-week services this year has been the House weeks. These have been very worth while. I have only needed to give a minimum of help, most of the material and planning being organised by the House reps of the Chapel Committee plus willing helpers. Some weeks have been quite outstanding. The choice of taped music has not been to everyone's taste, but at least we have managed to get away from the archaic image of 17th century Anglican Prayer Book conformity. I hope that the House weeks will continue and that the more hesitant Houses will be a little more forthcoming. Some individual boys have bravely taken on Chapel for a day, and our thanks and admiration go to them. The Thursday Communion Services continue to be well attended (over 40 on two occasions) and we have been pleased to welcome the Bishop of Selby, the Vicar of St. Olave's (A.J. Heslop), and the Dean of York as visiting celebrants. The Bishop of Selby Confirmed and celebrated Communion at the St. Olave's/St. Peter's Confirmation Service on 15th June. Forty-three boys were confirmed, the following zo from St. Peter's:— Jonathan Simpson Mark Adeney Robert Gair Jonathan Atkinson Peter Atkinson Rupert Bond Jonathan Burr John Burton David Clark

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Barney Skrentny Rupert Smith Peter Stancer William Stancer Jonathan Winchurch

The weekend before the Confirmation Service the St. Peter's candidates went away to Marrick Priory (Youth Centre) near Reeth, with Mr. and Mrs. Butler, my wife and myself. We spent the weekend discussing "Belonging" (to society, school, the Church, etc.) and were able to go fell walking and canoeing. (Here I felt a duty to keep an eye on things from the bank, rather than go canoeing myself!) We were able to display in the school ante-chapel the results of the various discussions, and certainly found the two days an invaluable preparation for Confirmation. Preachers during the year have been the Rev. Bob Lewis (Archbishop's Chaplain) at the Beginning of Year Service, myself at Harvest, and the Headmaster at Commemoration. Jillian Harness, aged 17 years, died in April after a valiant and cheerful battle against cancer. Great numbers of her friends in all the school years came to the Memorial Service in Chapel. The whole school responded magnificently to a special collection for Cancer Research, an organisation that Jillian herself did so much to help. At the very beginning of the School year the new vestments were dedicated at a communion service. These are the "Margaret Ping Memorial Gift", and we are most grateful to Hugh Ping for his generous help in the purchase of these cassock-albs in memory of his mother. The term and year ended with the Commemoration Service, devised this year by the Headmaster. The choir played a very important part, as always, and the whole service was uplifted by the magnificent playing of the band. I hope that they will be able to play for us far more frequently than in the past. The choir have given a good lead at the weekday services and have sung at all the special occasions in chapel. Their anthem at the Memorial Service and their singing at the Advent Carol Service were particularly outstanding. We are indebted to Mr. Pemberton and all the choir. My thanks to all members of the Chapel Committee for their very helpful ideas and for their efforts. Particular thanks go to Roderick Craig for his two years' service as a most reliable and unflappable crucifer; to Tony Miller as a very able and dedicated Sacristan; and to William Barnish as an exceptionally efficient and articulate Secretary. The chapel has been beautified throughout the year by Sheila Nix and all the women who have helped her with the flowers. We are most grateful to them. We have been able to welcome this year the new chaplain of St. Olave's, the Rev. Raymond Hargreaves, and we wish him well. J. M. R.

COMMEMORATION SERVICE - 14th July, 1979 The Headmaster delivered the following sermon: At Commemoration we are "compassed about by a great cloud of witnesses". We remember those whose lives helped build up this School and influenced us, its present members. Perhaps each of us will see among that great cloud a few individual faces whose memory remains most strongly with us. Especially I remember some who died having spent the most 23

useful and perhaps the happiest years of their lives in this community — Kenneth Rhodes, Freddie Waine, Paddy Power, Jill Harness. And when they died, the only place in the School where we could adequately sum up our grief and our gratitude was this Chapel. At such moments we can see where the centre of the school truly is. In the light of their lives, at Commemoration we can take stock. We can contrast the community we would like and we hope for with the reality that we actually have, that falls so far short of that ideal. Thus in our first hymn, the writer John Newton, a very wild ship's captain engaged at one stage in the slave trade, imagined his ideal community, Zion, as some Italian hill town, mysteriously provided with springs, from the walls of which the saved could, rather smugly, gaze out at their enemies. That was the ideal pictured by his eighteenth century Evangelical fervour — I hope he found what he was looking for! And in the second hymn, "Turn Back 0 Man" we see a twentieth-century poet's gloom at the ideological lunacies that have led to wars of unparalleled destruction, wars in which a technology of killing from a distance has been perfected. "Earth might be fair", if only . . . And yet even he dares to say "Earth shall be fair". How shall we take stock ? How can we judge if this is a good school ? How can we judge if it is, in any important sense, a Christian School ? Do the words "good" and "Christian" have anything to do with each other ? Well, we all like measuring things, and we can measure '0' and 'A' level results, and we can work out cricket averages, count up rugby points for and against, we can produce plays and concerts, and assess them in our official records; we can organize sponsored events for fund-raising, and so on. Without these things, the School has no apparent purpose. All of these must take place in a good school. Without them, no school. But they might all b e very good and the school might still be a very bad school. There are less measurable things that make up the texture of day-to-day life. After Darwin, after Freud, we of the twentieth century are aware that we are animals of impulse, fiercely competitive in order to survive, with deep feelings of anarchy and aggression that threaten to erupt. That's true on the battlefield; that's true in a school common room. We know that we must exercise a judicious control over these impulses. Repress them and you head for trouble; give them free rein and you have chaos. Good order is therefore something of a knife-edge. So, after our measurements of exams and score, our second criterion is the balance between tolerance and repression that is found in the School. A third test is in the words we use. We use words not only to inform but also to assert ourselves, to delight, to show off, to identify ourselves in the community, to show concern. At two levels I ask you to think of the state of words in this School. One, how much jeering is there ? In a bad school the jeer has become accepted as normal. In a good school, it won't have disappeared (that would be unrealistic) but at least it is kept in its place, and at least it is possible for one person to encourage, or express concern for, another. Two, words are so important because that is how we make promises. If promises are not kept, you can rely on nothing; the place is a jungle. Here are some words of Montaigne (not a Peterite, but he is among the "cloud of witnesses"). "Since mutual understanding is brought about solely by way 24

of words, he who breaks his word betrays human society. It is the only instrument by means of which our wills and thoughts communicate, it is the interpreter of our soul. If it fails us, we have no more hold on each other, no more knowledge of each other. If it deceives us, it breaks up all our relations, and dissolves all the bonds of our society". Do we keep our promises in this community ? A fourth test of a school is, how do we treat people ? Can friendship flourish ? In St. Peter's I believe it can and does and that some of the friendships you have made will last for the rest of your lives. But the question must still be asked and faced, do we treat others as ends in themselves (as important as ourselves) or as means to our ends ? Do we even begin to understand in our lives as a practical proposition the biblical injunction to "love they neighbour as thyself" ? There are four tests then of the goodness of a school — the quality of its achievements; its good or bad order; language; fellowship. But further to these, the school must draw out and develop the best powers of everyone in it for the needs of the day. Let me take examples from the past from our cloud of witnesses. If you read The Peterite magazines at the end of the nineteenth century you will judge how the School trained men to run an Empire, from the large number of letters to the Editor from Old Boys all over the world — on safari in Africa, sailing adventures in the Far East. I recommend these letters — they're great fun. I think of Sir Frank Swettenham, Old Peterite, who in 1896 masterminded the federation of the Malay States and laid the commercial and technological basis of the rubber plantations there. He answered one need of the time. And I think of another great man who lived in the early twentieth-century, who could see how the development of road and rail communications in this country was entirely in the hands of the business man and the engineer, who, between them, were producing grotesquely ugly sights. That man, the Managing Director of the London General Omnibus and the London Underground companies, had the vision to see that artists and architects must be brought into the world of transport. As a patron, he brought them in; through hi :n posters were revolutionized, and London Underground Stations were built that were good to look at. That man was Frank Pick, an Old Peterite. I repeat, the School tries to develop the best powers of everyone for the needs of to-day. And those needs, as I hardly need tell you, are frightening. You are growing up into a world of microprocessors, that will probably alter the nature of most people's work; a world in which energy from fossil fuels is fast running out; a world on the brink of revolution in various technologies from genetic engineering to colonizing space; a world in which two-thirds of living people are underfed, and one-third at or below starvation level. Man is at once potentially god-like and potentially destructive in his technological powers. If you are not to be cut off from the sources of power in that world, you will have to be well instructed in the words and the technology which mediate between man and his doings. It is an exciting and dangerous world for you to grow up in. But it is also a world in which human beings are born, grow up, fall in love, marry, have children, mature, age and die; in it the proportions of human happiness and misery will be much the same as ever. 25

It is clear that our education must not make us merely clever at words and technology, but that a spirit must get into our solution of these problems — a spirit, it seems to me, that is above and beyond what is human. And that is why this Chapel again turns out to be central, whether you are a conventional believer or an agnostic, or an atheist. In the centre of Chapel is the Cross. Its shape is both the I crossed out, selfishness crossed out, and the gesture of forgiveness. It is a symbol of the Spirit that must get into us if we are to survive. And here, at last, is my text, from Paul's letter to the Colossians, Chapter 3, Verse 14: "To crown all, there must be love, to bind all together and complete the whole".

CHAPEL FLOWERS The hard winter which limited decorating so severely earlier on made final bountiful amends in time for Commemoration. The roses which should have bloomed in June suddenly filled the gardens in mid July and for the last weekend of the summer term the Chapel was full of them. We had pink and red and flame, with copper foliage and white syringa and, in the centre window, a lacing of bright blue cornflowers which intensified the blue of John Brown's hanging crucifix. Back in October, Harvest brought a riot of glowing colour and fascinating shapes, and every ledge and resting place overflowed as the Olavites carried in a bumper collection of fruit and vegetables and sheaves, with jam and eggs and tea and tins and two magnificent harvest loaves. Red and silver and evergreens, with the fairy lights on the two Christmas trees always bring the Chapel warmly alive for the December carols each year. In the Spring the girls in St. Peter's arranged a profusion of daffodils and tulips for the service for Jillian Harness. And there were more massed vases for the Confirmation, held this year in June instead of March. Our School Chapel does need a mass of colour to look effective. Small arrangements get "lost". So it has been difficult indeed this year to provide for all those "ordinary" weeks in between the highlights! Our faithful band of helpers is VERY small these days and everyone of them has a host of other commitments besides. We have said goodbye to one or two who have left and gladly welcomed two or three newcomers. But we would love to see many more to swell the numbers of arrangers, or even just to bring along some flowers or greenery from time to time for others to arrange. PLEASE consider whether you could help, even just once a year perhaps, and give your name to one of us or to the Office. None of us are experts but I think we all feel it is worth some effort to make the Chapel more colourful and attractive, both for services and as a place to spend a few quiet moments in the day or even just to practice in. Our thanks as always go to all those of you who already do contribute in various ways. And this includes parents, boys and girls, wives of governors, staff and friends. Thank you for your gifts in cash and in kind, for your help and your encouragement. The results do not go unappreciated. And a special word of thanks to the Chapel cleaners and porters. They put up most patiently with all our mess and the sometimes mountainous piles 26

of rubbish after special occasions. As to the musicians, we know we cause you problems! We hope you will continue to bear patiently with the spreading arrangements, straying insects, heady smells and pollen, not to mention leaky vases. We do try not to upset too many music stands as we clamber about the chancel! We hope you enjoy the flowers. We certainly enjoy your music, the daily practice as well as the real thing. And where would we be without the piano by the centre windows ? S.M.N.

MUSIC It is four years since Mr. Finch took over the string teaching and continued the good work which Mr. Sandercock had begun before: his ability to get players on to higher grades had to be experienced to be believed, but this was tempered with a kindly patience toward the less gifted. Mr. Finch has returned to Sussex for health reasons and we wish him a happy retirement. One of his replacements, Mrs. Smith has quickly earned promotion I to a full time job at Malton and we are sorry her stay was so short. Mr. Hinckley has also left for a post in Leicester. We thank them all for their ' work here and wish them well for the future. In Chapel the idea of an Advent Carol Service continued, and it was pleasing to sing in procession from the gallery, through an uncrowded Chapel to the chancel, though the candles were a real fire risk! The first evening of the three day Music Festival was held in Chapel enabling not only organists, but also brass and others to use the pleasant acoustics. Commemoration was celebrated with a brass group playing in the hymns and Te Deum. In Hall, Yeomen of the Guard in December, a Band and Orchestra concert in March, The Music Festival in May, and a new idea, the Waine Concert in June. This was organised and presented entirely by the fifteen Waine pupils and was a great success. A lecture by broadcaster Anthony Hopkins drew a large audience who were delighted by his wit and untiring anecdotes. Occasional parties have attended concerts and operas and the proposal for form a Music Supporters' Group seems to be fruitful and may help more to enjoy music. The following have taken part in concerts during the year:— MEMBERS OF BAND: A. J. Dixon, S. N. Williams, M. Pearson, A. R. Aagaard, W. P. Ledger. R. N. Sabey, G. A. Flintoff, C. R. W. Bell. A. J. Collinson, B. C. Kaner. J. M. P. Jones, M. J. Heywood, R. S. P. Litten, N. D. Aspinall, R. C. Young, M. L. Chippendale, A. J. Slater. S. D. Ashton, W. A. Barnish, I. G. Anderson, C. C. Marshall. Trombone: Euphonium: C. A. Shaw. N. C. H. Pemberton, J. C. Neal. Tuba: Percussion: T. A. Heap. Clarinet: Saxophone: Horn: Trumpet:

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1st Violin: 2nd Violin:

Viola: Cello: Piano:

P. G. Fender, D. N. C. Pemberton, A. G. Whipp, R. D. E. Bro C. R. Bronk, T. A. Kaner. R. M. Craig, D. R. Kaner, S. J. Mawby, J. R. C. Taylor, G. J. M. Winder, A. J. Nichols. R. M. Addinall, A. P. Copley, J. R. Oglesby, A. F. H. Hjort. P. V. Aagaard, A. D. Leckenby, F. A. Craig, L. G. Bleasdale. N. C. H. Pemberton.

ASSOCIATED BOARD OF THE ROYAL SCHOOLS OF MUSIC The following have been successful in examinations during the past year: Name A. R. Aagaard P. V. Aagaard O. J. Bird F. A. Craig P. G. Fender M. P. G. Haslam T. A. Heap A. F. H. Hjort T. R. W. Jones D. R. Kaner W. P. Ledger S. J. Lewis J. C. Neal J. R. Oglesby M. Pearson D. N. C. Pemberton N. C. H. Pemberton R. N. Sabey B. A. R. Skrentny A. G. Whipp R. C. Young

Grade 4 4 5 5 6 3 6 3 7 6 4 1 6 4 5 8 8 8 5 3 2 7 4

Initrument Clarinet Piano Piano Cello Piano Violin Piano Viola Piano Violin Clarinet Piano Piano Viola Clarinet Piano Violin Cello Clarinet Piano Piano Violin Trumpet

Merit Merit

Distinction

Distinction Distinction

M. J. Heywood, S. J. Mawby and M. Pearson passed the Grade 5 Theory Examination. N. C. H. Pemberton passed the Associate examination of the Royal College of Organists and was awarded the Diploma A.R.C.O.

DRAMA ANTIGONE It worked so well, this odd fusion of the work of two great playwrights. Here were two interpretations of the same dilemma, contradictory but somehow complementary. The first interpretation, by Sophocles, saw Fate 28

and the Innate Wilfulness of human nature pre-determining the result of an irreconcilable clash between Duty and Duty. The second interpretation, by Anouilh, saw Idealism as a mere cloak for pragmatism, where compromise and a 'cover-up. are what sensible people settle for. This production of Ian Lowe's sought to combine these two interpretations: the eternal Greek, and the cynical French. Impossible ? Well, yes in a way; but it worked. Its inconsistencies were in a sense its strength. John Healey played Creon as a complete pragmatist, a politician of our own times, a wheeler and dealer: Anouilh's Creon. On the other hand, Janine Tapp's Antigone was almost all Sophocles, I with moral questions seen only as Absolutes; an Antigone of bloody-minded 1 wilfulness. So John and Janine should have been acting each in his/her own vacuum. We should have been witnessing two plays simultaneously, hardly related to each other. What we did see were indeed two plays simultaneously, but not at all unrelated. John and Janine were good enough to do it. Add a sexy vitality to the calculated coldness of a martyr, and you have Janine's Antigone. Take a careworn, responsible, avuncular figure, respected as a keeper of the peace, warm-hearted up to the limits set by worldly values—that was John's Creon; and we can all sympathise with him. What hope had such a fallible, such a human and reluctant leader in a clash with that inflexible female will ? Antigone suffered her cruel fate, of course, but that in itself was her victory, and Creon's defeat, for he wanted it to happen less than she did. tion of Haemon, his own Creon's terrible punishment was the self-destruction Antigone's lover. Christopher Bronk as Haemon spoke his lines confidently, but more intensity would have made his self-sacrifice plausible. For making the whole bizarre plot plausible, even credible, we must thank Tim Raylor as the Chorus. With a perfect rendering of long and difficult passages, almost expressionless, pitiless as eternity, he exposed the pathos we i all have to face in life. Poor Antigone . . . Poor us .. . As Ismene, Wendy Dalby was surprisingly good: most ordinary of ordinary mortals; ineffectual schemer; winsome, emotional, and dedicated to self-preservation. So unlike her sister, Antigone: so like most of us. As Eurydice Ruth Addinall had to be passive, until she was cornered and became desperate, or perhaps just resigned. The hunted look was just enough to leave us uncertain. The others had to be stereotypes to emphasise the central characters: Jeremy Markwick-Smith as the Messenger, trying hard not to become involved, then barely concealing his panic; Bill Barnish as the Guard, a timeless caricature of the 'fly' soldier, convincing and not overdone. We, the audience, could identify with these last two characters, for, while the Nobs were destroying themselves, these two were looking after Number One. Of course. J.P.R. 29

THE CAST Creon

John Healey

Antigone

Janine Tapp

Chorus

Tim Raylor

Ismene

Wendy Dalby

Haemon

Chris Bronk

Eurydice

Ruth Addinall

Guard

Bill Barnish

Messenger

Jeremy Markwick-Smith

with Anna Sampson and Richard Collingwood-Gittins BACKSTAGE Terry Wallhead

Simon Shilleto

Brian Macdonald

and members of the stage option PRODUCER Ian Lowe

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Avril Lowe

THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7th, 8th and 9th December, 1978, in the Memorial Hall. Before the production of 'The Yeomen' one couldn't help but wonder whether the whole project was too ambitious. Notoriously one of the most difficult Gilbert and Sullivan operas, it seemed hardly likely that a school could do it justice given the time available for rehearsal. Yet with the School's first opportunity to use its girls in a major Gilbert and Sullivan opera, the extra versatility should give more chance of success. Having seen other schools bite off more than they could chew and providing nothing better than embarrassment, it was with not a little apprehension that I sat through the overture, wondering what was in store. In fact I need not have worried at all; once again Edmund Field, the producer, provided us with a highly polished evening's entertainment. Initial thoughts concerning the new potential in the sixth form girls were well founded. Jill Gillett played the part of Elsie Maynard both charmingly and competently. Miggy Biller represented the female staff as Dame Carruthers and managed to create exactly the right blend of critical, overpowering authority, with that hint of fragility. That left only one Olavite to be found to play a major female role. Matthew Wise's facial expressions as Phoebe Meryll were certainly some of the highlights of the evening for me, and so the age-old problem of the female cast was well solved. As usual, the set and costumes were of a very high standard; congratuladons to all involved, especially to those who worked on the scenery, as it was prepared by the stage 'option' with almost no staff supervision, Stephen Lister and Tony Miller taking the lead. As for the rest of the major parts, Don Hamilton was well cast as the authoritative Sir Richard Cholmondeley. Nick Wilson seemed to be really living and enjoying the part of Assistant Tormentor (what on earth do they get up to in St. Olave's ?). Paul Aagaard was suitably heroic, and Timothy Heap both responsible and scheming. By far the most difficult character in the production to my mind must be Jack Point. The need to be comic and yet tragic in the same scene is not easy, yet Kit Bird handled the role very convincingly indeed. Unfortunately, there was no natural comedian in the cast to steal the show as has been seen so often in the past. Instead the atmosphere was much more one of elegant humour with the occasional more hilarious moments. The cast found it difficult to be convincing in the more romantic scenes, but otherwise the acting was of a very high standard. I was impressed with the degree of commitment of the cast to get such a long production so well polished throughout. Altogether it was a thoroughly enjoyable and highly entertaining evening— well done all. It did, however, leave me with one unanswered question : surely someone can tell me why a cook's brain pan is like an over-wound clock ? Answers on a postcard .. . D.J.R.

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A Scene from 'The Yeomen of the Guard'.

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL AND ST. OLAVE'S SCHOOL

present

THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD or

THE MERRYMAN AND HIS MAID by W. S. GILBERT AND ARTHUR SULLIVAN

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7th, 8th and 9th December, 1978,

in the Memorial Hall DRAMATIS P ER S ONIE Sir Richard Cholmondeley (Lieutenant of the Tower) .... Don Hamilton Paul Aagaard Colonel Fairfax (under sentence of death) Timothy Heap Sergeant Meryll (of the Yeomen of the Guard) James Hewitt Leonard Meryll (his son) Kit Bird Jack Point (a Strolling Jester) Wilfred Shadbolt (Head Jailor and Assistant Tormentor).. Nicholas Wilson The Headsman Marcus Tyson Stephen Lister First Yeoman John McGrath Second Yeoman Timothy Kaner First Citizen William Stancer Second Citizen Jill Gillett Elsie Maynard (a Strolling Singer) Matthew Wise Phoebe Meryll (Sergeant Meryll's daughter) Miggy Biller Dame Carruthers (Housekeeper to the Tower) Andrew Hjort Kate (her niece) Chorus of Yeomen of the Guard, Gentlemen and Citizens: Roderick Barron Oliver Bird Fergus Craig Roger Depledge Christopher Drury Paul McCarter Tony Miller James Neal

Jeremy Taylor Andrew Whipp Richard Chilman Graham Dickson Jane Harrod Tom Hewitt Nicholas Hopton Philip Kelly

David Marsh Matthew Nixon Duncan Rayson Martin Robards Matthew Scott Mark Stanley Adam Stone David Sweetman

Costumes: Once again we should like to express our gratitude to Mrs. N. C. Forbes Adam for her continued generosity in lending us costumes. We should also like to thank the following for help with dressing and the making of costumes. Mrs. Bird, Mrs. Blissett, Mrs. Craven, Mrs. Dench, Mrs. Field, Mrs. Gardiner, Mrs. Harding, Mrs. Kirby, Mrs. Nield, Mrs. Nix, Mrs. Nixon, Mrs. Rayson, Mrs. Robinson. All the Yeoman Warders' Costumes were hired from William Mutrie & Son Ltd., of Edinburgh. Wardrobe Mistress and Assistant Producer: Noreen Gypson Make-up: Mrs. Bird, Kit Bird, Peter Gardiner and Tony Miller

Stage Management: John Gaastra, Stephen Lister and Tony Miller With thanks to the 'Stage Option' whose names are displayed in the Dining Room. Lighting: Stephen Lister, Tony Miller and Terry Wallhead Dances: Arranged by Mrs. P. J. Bird Orchestra: Friends and Members of the School Repetiteur: Nigel Pemberton Director of Music: Keith Pemberton Producer: Edmund Field 33

CORNEILLE'S `HORACE' Then out spake brave Horatius, The Captain of the Gate: `To every man upon this earth Death cometh soon or late. And how can man die better Than facing fearful odds, For the ashes of his fathers, And the temples of his Gods ?' Macaulay's stirring words made Horatius into a Victorian hero of the empire building type. Two centuries earlier Pierre Corneille saw Horace as an example of the triumph of gloire over amour within the austere setting of French classical tragedy. Denis Hirst's production of extracts from the play with members of the Sixth Form brought the strength of the original over to an audience many times removed in language and expectations from seventeenth century French aristocrats. Denis Burton had the thankless task of playing a hero who is not only prepared to fight his sister's fiancé to the death, but is glad to do so: Avec une allegresse aussi pleine et sincere Que repousai la soeur, je combattrai le frere. David Hinchliffe's role as Curiace, his unfortunate victim and friend, could more easily excite our sympathy, while Jill Gillett's Camille forcibly expressed the distraction of the sister and fiancée between them. Ruth Addinall gave Valere's report of off-stage action the clarity this convention requires, and Roderick Barron and Warren Carr played Father and King with a gravity well beyond their years. Between the tension of the scenes Katharine Denison's cool, crisp narration provided continuity. Indeed the acoustics of the Drama Centre gave us the chance to appreciate the effort and accuracy of the actors' language. After the traditional trois coups and the equally traditional trac, or nerves, all the participants gave us performances of great clarity and feeling. This meant that an audience often struggling with '0' Level French, or even School Certificate, could identify the simplicity of passages such as Curiace's cry: J'ai le coeur aussi bon, mais enfin je suis homme. The action and the memorising of so much text seemed equally to enthrall the many younger members of the School present. Without sacrificing classical austerity Terry Wallhead's ice-cold and blood-hot lighting and Robert Nield's design concentrated attention on the real issue, that old Roman tag that stared at us across the centuries and cultures, that slogan which is always topical and tragic : DVLCE ET DECORUM EST PRO PATRIA MORI. R. G.D . CAST Narrator Horace Curiace Camille Valere Le Vieille Horace Tulle Design: Robert Nield Lighting: Terry Wallheal

Katharine Denison Denis Burton David Hinchliffe Jill Gillett Ruth Addinall Roderick Barron Warren Carr Prompter: Andrew Barrell Producer: Denis Hirst 34

ROMEO AND JULIET After all the production difficulties, Romeo and Juliet achieved a high standard of performance. I saw it on Friday evening: I am told that on Saturday it was even better. There were flaws: some of the movements were wooden (though not the fight scenes: magnificent proof of Kit Bird's quality as a fencing coach); some cues were taken late (though at least one such was splendidly covered by Andrew Hjort); the second-half prompter knew the words but not the pauses (is this why they decided not to need any second-half prompts on Saturday ?); and the scene changers looked occasionally like stray devils from a production of Faustus. But to draw attention to these things is to carp and quibble—or to emphasise precisely how high are the standards by which one must judge the whole. If it had not been announced, no one would have known how recently Tony Miller had taken over the role of Montague. As for Mandy Rigby and Kit Bird, for all the strain they had been and were under, they held together and dominated the evening. Ob them depended success. For highest praise generally, I would single out the quality of the versespeaking. I have rarely heard third and fourth formers (to say nothing of others) speak Shakespearian blank verse with more natural rhythm and greater awareness of meaning. One couplet stands in my memory even now: Death lies on her like an untimely frost Upon the sweetest flower of all the field. Hearing that, one foresaw that Capulet's love for his daughter transcended the feud. Gregory Lomas added dimensions to my understanding of the pathos of the play: Paris's love for Juliet is as powerful, as ill-starred as Romeo's. He could not win. Barney Skrentny as the young Mercutio, still not knowing when to stop talking, died more brightly, more nobly, more disinterestedly than I had known before, explaining to me why Romeo killed and was banished for him. This gave dignity to Romeo's love for Juliet: though it was intense, it was not to the exclusion of all the world. None of this comprehends the best feature of this production: the way it illuminated the play's explorations of maturity and the contrasts between natural wisdom and acquired or inherited experience. The young Romeo and Juliet show their older families the way to wisdom. In this production, their greater spiritual maturity was pointed by their being surrounded by younger actors. The contrasts worked symbolically. The success of this depended upon the skill of the youngsters cast as elders. One had to believe, for instance, that Romeo, Juliet, Paris and Capulet would all seek advice and assistance from Friar Lawrence. Tim Kaner carried this off well: a trustable friend and mentor. One had to accept, too, that a whole city could be divided by loyalty to one or other of Montague and Capulet. Tony Miller and Craig Lawrence kept the necessary balance between their roles as 'Godfathers' and the potential for humility at the deaths of their children. Kit Bird and Mandy Rigby helped this process: they deferred to those around them in a way that helped us to believe in the age and seniority of the characters. Kit, for instance, deferred to Mark Adeney and to Tim 35

Mandy Rigby and Kit Bird in 'Romeo and Juliet'.

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Kaner; so Romeo was devoted in different ways to Benvolio and to Friar Lawrence. Mandy accorded just the right places to Andrew Hjort and Craig Lawrence; Juliet used the nurse she had once held in awe, and learned to live around the shadow of her father. Kit and Mandy did far more than say the right lines from the right places. And so the production succeeded. If the only motive was to use the Drama centre balcony properly, then it was a good motive. Romeo and Juliet did that and very much more. D.J.H.

ROMEO AND JULIET (Drama Centre, 6th and 7th July, 1979) Kit Bird Mandy Rigby Fergus Craig Barney Skrentny Craig Lawrence Charlotte Semple Tcny Miller Mark Adeney James O'Farrell Tim Kaner Gregory Lomas Andrew Hjort Angus Aagaard Stuart Smith Peter Simpson David Clark Andrew McMeeking Robert Boocock Rupert Smith Paul Minnighan Ian Davie Stage-Crew: David Davenport, Andrew Figge, John Turner Lighting: Terry Wallhead, Iian McLeish, James Muirhead Set: by Studio Make-up: Tony Miller Costumes: Mrs. Bird, Mrs. Rigby, Miss. Gypson

Romeo Juliet Prince Mercutio Capulet Lady Capulet Montague Benvolio Tybalt Friar Laurence Paris Nurse Balthasar Sampson Gregory Peter Abraham Cousin Capulet 1 Page Friar John Apothecary Officer

Special thanks to Ian Lowe, without whom the production would not have materialised, and to John Gaastra, Michael Dawson and Alan Tooms. Produced by Peter Gardiner.

THE CHESTER SHEPHERDS' PLAY (Drama Centre, Thursday, 14th December, 1978) (Adapted from the Chester Painters' and Glaziers' Play) The play was performed before and after the Carol Concert in Hall, with the audience providing carol interludes. All the male parts were taken by third-formers. It was obvious from the boisterous characterisations that there is a talented group of actors in the year that joined the School in 1979. P .D . R. G. 37

CAST Hankin Sym Tud Trowle Angel Mary Joseph

Mark Adeney Richard Venable David Clark Barney Skrentny sung by Kit Bird spoken by Peter Davies Jane Schofield Andrew Paterson Lighting: Terry Wallhead, Peter Stancer Produced by Peter Gardiner

THE RISE AND FALL OF THE ATOM (An illustrated lecture by D. H. Hamilton and the Physics Department) It has been an eternal question whether the scientist should consider the moral consequences of his invention or discovery. Gatling and Mills were boffins who did what was asked of them, and their contribution to destruction is only exceeded by that of the 'Manhattan Project' in degree, not in principle. So the solemnity of the last part of this presentation, with the 'Threnody for the victims of Hiroshima' and 'A song about Major Eatherley', left an unanswered question: can the fearful ruin caused by the atom bomb be balanced against the lives that were not sacrificed in a projected 'conventional' attack on Japan, and against the lives of thousands of starving and despairing war prisoners saved by the bomb's timely delivery ? Of course it was right that we should have been left to reflect on this ultimate power that man has given himself; and the fascination of the evening was in watching man's resistless progress towards it. Giving the ancients the chance to speak for themselves made a lighthearted but useful approach. We at once felt the sense of awe in the presence of men in whom wisdom was more prominent than expertise; but we could also enjoy the eternal human weakness of scientists who must disagree with each other until they can be convinced by experiment; and how pleasing to see that the first experiment needed brute force rather than scientific skill. Soon we were in the realms of skilled scientific experiment carried out with consummate ease; and when we were told 'this one you can do for yourselves', we knew that if we tried we would certainly get it wrong and be left wondering why. Mr. Hamilton has the happy ability to expand without pomposity the distillation of the learning of 2,50o years; and furthermore he manages to use his audience, even those of us who are ignorant, and to leave us thinking that we are potentially quite clever. As time went on we began to think we really could appreciate that a ten-inch gold ingot contains 6o million million atoms, and we felt we could consult a periodic table as confidently as a calendar, since the audience had been turned into the periodic table. `Charged particles' suggests something very modern until we found that the ubiquitous Aristotle had used them to cure gout, and that some of his contemporaries had used a piece of amber to produce the effect that Thomson was to refine and explain in the Cavendish at Cambridge. Is there 'nothing new under the sun' ? 38

In fact, the presentation of some of the great scientific discoveries was, as always, dramatic in that such marvels could come from simple domestic activities. The idea of a coalman delivering pitchblende at the home of the Curies as the preliminary to one of the profound discoveries is the sort of human touch that somehow gives hope to us all: the feeling that the endless gift of discovery vouchsafed to the dedicated will take us nearer to ultimate truth. So how right it was, that as we came to the awesome explanation of the atom by Rutherford, he should be introduced on the screen paddling at the seaside, trousers rolled above his knees; it made us think that perhaps Newton really did find interest in a falling apple. And so to imploded atoms, collapsed stars, the horror of 'black holes' and the discovery of the neutron and the possibilities that might arise from using it to bombard the nucleus of an atom. Science, like music, knows no frontiers; and ironically it was the attempt to create scientific frontiers that produced 'the fall of the atom', and which can, if we are not careful, produce the second and final fall of man. 'The Bomb' won a war, and thereafter became a symbol of national prestige. It may be more comfortable to try to keep science free from moral judgements and from politics; but the story of the atom leaves us much to think about. Scientists used to be called philosophers, and we can see why: the search for scientific truth is the search for eternal truth. Mr. Hamilton and his team made the presentation seem very easy, almost casual: 'we'll just see if this one works'; and of course it did every time. It was learning with a smile, and we are very grateful to all who made it possible. D . G. C. `PANEL OF EXPERTS' Roger Bacon (English c. 1210-1280) Democritus (Greek c. 420 B.c.) Lucretius (Greek c. 95-55 B.c.) Aristotle (Greek 384-322 B.c.) Rene Descartes (French 1561-1650) Robert Boyle (Irish 1627-1691) John Dalton (English 1766-1814)

J. A. McGrath C. R. Bionk C. J. E. Bird T. A. Heap T. A. Kaner R. D. E. Brown D. R. Kaner

Experiments: C. R. W. Bell, C. J. E. Bird, C. R. Bronk, R. D. E. Brown, A. M. Gillett, T. A. Heap

Visual Aids: J. E. Hirst, D. R. Kaner, T. A. Kaner, J. C. Lawrence, A. P. McGrath, J. A. McGrath

Lights and Music: P. A. Minnighan, A. J. Nichols, W. I. Sellers, R. Wadhawan, T. R. Wallhead, A. G. Whipp, J. P. C. Wye THE RACE TO PERFECT THE ATOM BOMB

Reader: I. M. K. Lowe Music: Penderecki, 'Threnody for Victims of Hiroshima' Poem: John Wain, 'A Song about Major Eatherley' 39

POEMS The Labour of Mrs. Hercules Not having seen seven o'clock in bed For years and a natural light sleeper, She cannot find the time or strength to dread The coming of her fifth child, or weep her Anguish for the other four's grubby hands. The police have been round twice since Christmas Because John, the oldest lad, always lands Himself in trouble. 'Shouldn't see that lass So often,' according to DeidreAnd she has had three of her own grown up Long since. Someone said he ought to see A psychiatrist but the choice was up To John and it was her problem rather Than theirs. She must expect one of the five To be reckless and just like their father Who—although unwelcome now—will arrive In a drunken state eventually. Telling herself that they're not the only Couple who have to sleep separately Reminds her that it can become lonely At nights and the waterpipe needs mending. By the close of another day, those tasks That must still be done seem never ending: She knows why she does them but no one asks.

Ian Rayson

New York, New York Dusk is grey in New York. Light comes slowly, painfully, revealingly. The joggers circle Central Park. The in-crowd have just got home, And Time Square is full of pigeons. The air has no smog, has no noise, has no humidity, yet. Quickly the streets fill: organised, habitual, chaos: Workers going to work, Drinkers going to drink, And the whores on Fifth Avenue are going to bed. Coffee is served: hot, black, sweet; It ends with the traditional: `Have a nice day, y'all.' On the streets below `Don't walk: don't walk' Is spelt out In blood-red neon. The sun hovers above the river— Melting in exhaust fumes. The moon watches the concrete blocks below. Julian Wilson 40

Cool Poem `So this is love' I thought, Fumbling with the seat recliner, face a painfully concentrated display of ease and confidence. Courage gathered I advance along an exposed ridge of thigh, sink into glib military metaphors. And then the stalemate, sprawled across the gearstick, waiting for inspiration/anything to distract her from me here until a growing awareness of self of tightening muscle and explosive God cramp my thigh. Outside, all around, the night closes in with winks and nudges hidden laughter and I try to see the funny side. `You do love me, don't you ?' At my mumbled reply even the strewn clothes cringe. So you're driving home later having laughed it off and put it down to experience: you don't feel ashamed only sorry and maybe you'll see her again someday .. . Tim Raylor

Little light is shining Little light is shining as we walk Endlessly in front of our own harsh tread. Little light is shining when, all talk Forgotten, we take comfort in your bed. It is, perhaps, a realisation Of a kind. We have what we take And take no heed of a situation That surrounds us in the morning when we wake. I amuse you, I can tell by your Smile. I too laugh when you mother Me and accept this for Those moments when we amuse each other. Thinking back on your alibis For why our cloud has no silver lining Only saddens me. Coldly I realise That inside, little light is shining. Ian Rayson

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COMBINED CADET FORCE This year has been remarkable for the number of individuals who have taken opportunities to show initiative in helping to keep the contingent going. It is always difficult to pick out names without seeming to neglect the contribution of others who are not named; nevertheless, there are some who should be clearly acknowledged. Contingent Warrant Officer Abbott took over the Senior N.C.O. responsibility, and was quick to adapt himself to the task of organising parades, and wise enough to ask for instruction when he was not sure what was required. Sergeant Hewitt has been a very valuable contributor not only in the skill of shooting but has given up much of his time, with others, in the armoury and as an instructor. The Royal Air Force Section has thrived greatly in the year, not least because of the enthusiasm and efficiency of Flight Sergeant Swiers, who added authority to his instruction by taking advantage of what the C.C.F. ii has to offer to the R.A.F. Section, by obtaining a gliding qualification. The Royal Navy Section fell rather low in numbers, but the dedicated efforts of a few not only kept it going but produced an infectious enthusiasm. Coxswain Lodge gave a splendid example of personal determination in a wide range of activities. However, much of the credit for the success of the Section during the year must go to Coxswain R. D. Nield, who took over responsibility as Section Coxswain quite unexpectedly in January, and stayed there throughout the school year, doing much to maintain morale. It is for this reason that he was awarded the Fernie Cup for 1979• Section activities will be reported separately, but among events of general interest and importance we should mention the excellent presentation given by the Royal Air Force in October, and we would like to express our thanks to the presentation team. The night exercises on Strensall Common, planned and organised by senior N.C.O.s, were useful if only as showing how difficult it is for a group to keep the all important silence when moving in the dark, Lastly, there has been a considerable movement for restoring an Army Section to the contingent. It can be done: but it will only be done if would-be members are prepared to commit themselves to a rigorous training and for a guaranteed period of service. Before such a section can come into being, parents of those interested will be asked to give it their full support. D . G. C. ROYAL NAVY SECTION The section has had a very successful year with its contingent of twentyfive cadets, all of whom have taken part in some of the many varied courses and camps offered by the Royal Navy. One of the most exciting was perhaps the week long Sea Training Course aboard the Guided Missile Destroyer, H.M.S. Bristol. Ten cadets spent an entertaining and often rigorous time working on, and learning how one of the most advanced warships in the modern navy is operated. The Tuesday afternoon sessions, although of short duration, have continued to provide valuable opportunities for cadets in a variety of fields, even though last winter's weather prevented many of the usual outdoor activities. 42

Some excellent and informative talks and film lectures given by the N.C.O.s ensured that the time was not wasted. During the Easter and Summer Terms the group took pat in .22 Rifle Range practice; constructing a jackstay across the River Ouse (we could do with a pontoon bridge to prevent some cadets getting their feet wet !); making a hoist with yard arms and rope; snorkelling in the school baths; tackling the assault course at Strensall and making the R.N. store shipshape. We organised a night exercise on Strensall Common in conjunction with the R.A.F. section, which proved, if not entirely up to expectations, an enjoyable experience. The 'pyrotechnics' kept everyone alert on a rather cold evening and the hot soup, served back at school afterwards, was most welcome. To the dismay of everyone in the section there was no General Inspection this year! Even so the general smartness and mirror-like toecaps were kept up to standard for the normal parades. Two annual weekend camps were held, one at H.M.S. Caledonia in Rosyth, the other at the Dall Adventure Training Centre in Scotland. Many members of the section, in particular a very keen third form contingent, participated in swimming, shooting with S.L.R.s and S.M.G.s, sailing in diesel engined cutters, canoeing and the dreaded trip down the 'death slide'. A nuclear submarine was visited and, for the first time, the section was asked at short notice to provide a four-man sailing team to take part in the Scarborough College Regatta. We hope to do better next year ! We are grateful for the help and guidance afforded unstintingly to the section of Lt. Bulcock. Bob Nield, our Coxswain, is to be thanked for his hard work and enthusiasm as leader of the section over the past year. He was largely responsible for the moulding of the section into a small but efficient unit. M.A.L.

ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION The section has enjoyed a successful year with numbers rising to fifty-one cadets in the summer term. Nineteen third formers joined at the end of the Easter term. The 1978 Summer Camp was held at R.A.F. Cranwell and was most successful. Everyone had a flight in a Chipmunk and a glider (although Sgt. Wilson was only airborne for forty seconds) while many also flew in an Andover and a BAC 1-i 1. A series of initiative exercises provided much head-scratching and hilarity and it quickly became obvious that those cadets who had been in the Scouts and knew how to tie knots were at a distinct advantage. The section came second in the inter-school competition, having been narrowly beaten on aircraft recognition. At the end of a full week cadets and officers alike returned home exhausted. During the year the section has been involved in a wide range of activities. These have included: orienteering, shooting (the section took part in the Assegai Competition which had been started by Sqn. Ldr. Morris, our assistant bursar, when he was with H.Q. Air Cadets) initiative exercises, slogging round the Army Assault Course at Strensall, night exercises on Strensall Common, aircraft recognition tests and the inevitable proficiency work. 43

The following cadets passed Part III Proficiency in Weather, Air Navigation and Engines: Cpl. Heap (Distinction), Cpl. Gair and Cpl. Coverdale. The following Cadets passed Part II Proficiency in Principles of Flight and Aircraft Operation: Paveley, D., Critchley, P. A. D., Hills, T. M., Midgley, S. M., Pemberton, D., Nield, J., Topham, K., Beaumont, D., Gair, R., Hall, N. and Kell, P. A. To promote enthusiasm within the section an inter-flight competition was organised throughout the year. Sgt. Swiers's flight won in a close contest. The prize was a visit to the R.A.F. Museum at Hendon. The air experience flying visits to R.A.F. Leeming have continued although we have been dogged by adverse weather conditions and unserviceable aircraft. Our thanks go to Flt. Lt. Bell for doing his utmost to get as many cadets airborne as possible. Although we were not awarded any Flying Scholarships this year we were allocated five gliding courses at Arbroath. Sgt. Hewitt, Cpl. Walihead, Cpl. Heap and Cpl. Giddings attended. The weather at Easter did not allow Cpl. Walihead to complete the course and so he returned in August. The summer camp for 1979 was held at R.A.F. Lyneham, the home of the R.A.F. Hercules squadrons. There was a full programme which ranged from an orienteering exercise to flying in the Hercules (Cpl. Giddings managed to get over four hours of flying, one of his main qualifications being a strong stomach). Although the section did not do well in the inter-school competition, the camp was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. The success of the section this year owes much to the N.C.O.s. Special thanks must go to Contingent Warrant Officer Markwick-Smith whose enthusiasm and dedication did much to sustain the section in previous terms. We wish him every success at Girton College, Cambridge. We are also grateful to Contingent Warrant Officer Abbott and Sgts. Swiers and Ellison for their hard work in the section. Flt. Lt. P. L. Harris left the section at the end of the summer term in 1978. He had given twenty years of devoted service to the section and he is greatly missed. His determination and dedication enabled the section to survive the difficult years. When he left last year the numbers in the section were on the increase and he must take much of the credit for the strong position of the section at present. Our best wishes go to him in his retirement. R. C. G.D.

C.C.F. SHOOTING In September, following our visit to Bisley, D. M. Ellison was made captain of shooting for the year. Full colours were awarded to the following members of the 1st VIII: L. G. Bleasdale, P. G. Cuckston, J. R. M. Hewitt, N. J. Jemmett, M. A. Lodge, and were reawarded to J. P. J. F. Abbott, D. M. Ellison, J. R. M. Hewitt and M. A. Lodge. Minor colours were awarded to D. A. Beaumont and R. J. R. Mansfield. The greater part of the first two terms was spent making extensive use of our miniature range and this included in February the shooting of the R.A.F. Assegai competition, a national .22 competition for C.C.F. cadets. Although we did not win D. M. Ellison had a very good shoot. The other members of the team were J. P. J. F. Abbott, N. J. Hall and J. R. M. Hewitt. 44

We have made various improvements to our range this year. Initially, by a concerted effort spread over several options periods, we laid share chippings on the floor of the range forward of the firing point. This vast improvement was followed by the blacking out of the skylights, necessitated by the combined damage caused by strong winds and vandals, which means that now only the target frames need be illuminated, an improvement which can make snap shooting more interesting. In the summer we were joined by eight new shots from the third form. Unfortunately we were unable to give them as much open range practice as one would normally expect in the summer term because the Strensall ranges are all undergoing extensive improvements. We had to make do with virtually no open ranges throughout the summer term and this severely hampered our performance in competitions. Three teams were entered into the Strensall skill-at-arms meeting in May. We came third in all three events and reached the semi-final in the falling plate competition. J. P. J. F. Abbott was our only contender for the individual while C. Broadbent did very well to win the pool bull competition and a cash prize by beating over one hundred other cadets. The three teams comprised of: P. G. Cuckston L. G. Bleasdale D. M. Ellison R. J. R. Mansfield M. A. Lodge J. P. J. F. Abbott C. Broadbent

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P. A. Wood J. R. M. Hewitt Unusually the County of Lancaster R.A. meeting at Altcar was on a Wednesday this year and its clash with '0' and 'A' level exams severely depleted our team. Despite this some of the younger shooters gained the invaluable experience of competing in a real competition and this enjoyable trip can only benefit our performance next year. It was decided not to take a team to Bisley until we have had a chance to improve our performance and strengthen our numbers. For the rest of the term we therefore concentrated on the .22 range with the introduction of a cross-country or similar activity before actually shooting. This innovation has several advantages; not least is its beneficial effect on our shooting and consciences! As has been normal in more recent years our internal competition took place on the electric range at Strensall in June. Following an afternoon and evening shooting the prizes were awarded as follows :Recruit Cup (best shot under 16)

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Our thanks to all those members of staff who have helped to run shooting this last year and our best wishes to J. P. J. F. Abbott and D. M. Ellison, who have done so much for shooting throughout their time at the School. J.R.M.H.

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H.M.S. BRISTOL—GUIDED MISSILE DESTROYER In the middle of May ten R.N. cadets under the supervision of Coxswain Lodge spent a week at sea on H.M.S. Bristol, one of the Navy's most advanced warships. We were to go from the Firth of Forth to Portsmouth by way of the Skagerrak, over one thousand miles. On the Sunday afternoon all ten cadets travelled up to Rosyth by train and arrived in the early evening. We spent that night comfortably billeted at H.M.S. Cochrane on the Firth of Forth. We joined H.M.S. Bristol at o.00 hours the next morning and were given bunks in the stokers' mess. The destroyer had also taken on cadets, mostly in smaller contingents, from four other schools and they were billeted elsewhere on board. We sailed early on Monday afternoon while the occupants of 4F stokers' mess gave a hand on the forecastle. Once away from the quayside ten proud cadets lined the side in front of the 4.5-inch gun as Bristol passed out of harbour and in bright sunshine passed under the spans of the Forth Road Bridge. The rest of that day was spent being shown around the ship and being lectured to by officers from the various departments. We were to spend a day in each of the four departments and so get a glancing insight into the different aspects of shipboard life. Tuesday morning was spent with the seamen. Most of the cadets helped 1 in various ways on deck while a couple took it in turns to take half hour watches on the bridge. They had to keep a good look-out for other vessels coming out of the mist, which had brought visibility down to just under one mile. Towards the end of this watch several cadets took the helm for half an hour and with grim-faced determination took control of the Navy's 6,000-ton monster. By Tuesday afternoon we were well out into the North Sea and nearing the Skagerrak, where Bristol was to take part in a N.A.T.O. communications link-up. We spent the afternoon and Wednesday morning with the W.E. Department (electrical engineers) where we saw banks of radio equipment, teleprinters and coding machines. The afternoon was broken up by the first of several man-overboard exercises watched by the cadets during the week and then by the meeting of old and new when Bristol caught up with a Danish cutter used as a training ship. The next two watches were spent with the N.E. Department (Mechanical Engineers). Watches were taken in the ship's control centre, where cadets kept a close eye on and operated the steam and gas turbines while others worked in the engine rooms and did general checks. On Thursday morning part of the mortar pit was covered over to reveal a small flight deck on to which a Wasp from H.M.S. Hermione landed. Our final two watches were spent with 'supply' and a great many onions were peeled by all! For many the highlight of the trip occurred on the Thursday afternoon when the mortars fired twelve canisters into the Channel to mark the end of their use. It had been decided that they would be removed on arrival at Portsmouth as their role is now amply fulfilled by the Ikara radio-controlled missile. We came alongside at Portsmouth on Friday morning and were released in the afternoon. Most cadets went straight back to York and a much needed half-term break. Although exhausted by the end everyone had thoroughly enjoyed the experience of living in a guided missile destroyer. Our best wishes must go with H.M.S. Bristol when she takes up her new role as flagship for N.A.T.O.'s Atlantic Fleet later this year. J.R.M.H.

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DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD SCHEME Because of the atrocious weather at Easter, all the Silver Award Expeditions are incomplete; so it was decided to postpone the Annual Presentation until a later date. Boys at other levels of the Award have taken advantage of this to spend more time on various activities, so the list of those who have gained Awards in 1979 will have to wait. It looks like including about 3o Bronze Awards, is Silver, and about to Gold Awards—many of these, pleasingly, gained by people who have left the School but kept in touch long enough to complete the requirements. 1978-79 began with wet Gold Award Expeditions in the Lake District. The autumn term was taken up, as usual, with work for the Physical Activity Section, and with Silver Award Service courses. The October half-term holiday saw successful Silver and unsuccessful Gold Expeditions on the moors and in the dales, again in the sort of conditions that had participants looking for arks rather than barns to shelter in. The major part of the spring term was the usual Bronze Award first-aid course, for which as so often we owe many thanks to Mrs. MacFarlane, Mrs. Popplewell, Mr. Coward, and others of the St. John Ambulance Association. The Silver Practice Expeditions were called off at twenty-four hours' notice upon reports of twenty-foot snowdrifts. I don't know if these were exaggerated: the boys were indignant at the decision. Their parents were relieved. For myself, the Met. Office made up for it all with two superb weekends for the fourth form Bronze Award Expeditions. We set all kinds of records for slick operations here: for the first time in my experience all the groups were in their camps by 8.0o p.m. on the Saturday evenings. No one got obviously lost. The sixth form helpers were marvellous. The one potential emergency was sensibly and correctly dealt with. My thanks to all those involved, especially Ron Deighton and Mike Dawson for their work assessing and transporting the whole show. For the future, may I invite you to the presentation. That is the best place to see what is involved in the Award Scheme at St. Peter's. The biggest change is that we no longer have the traditional Tuesday afternoon slot. This means that people will have to work harder to find time for Award Scheme work: no bad thing when one considers the difficulties of attaining an Award outside a community like ours. It also means that more people will be able to do both C.C.F. and D. of E., a move which I welcome since I have never felt they ought to be in competition. About twenty-five third formers have enrolled to attempt the Bronze Award in 1979-8o: I look forward to working with them. D.J.H.

SENIOR SCIENCE SOCIETY Though the membership of the society this year has been smaller there has been no reduction in activity or interest. The programme of meetings began with an illustrated talk by Dr. Cooke of Bradford University on the Chemistry of Colour, which proved a popular 47

and enlightening curtain raiser. The highly successful accompanying experiments were particularly appreciated as being difficult to perform on unknown territory. Next Dr. Stonehouse, who by now is no stranger to the society, came from Bradford University to talk on Polar Research. Once more his excellent slides and his own personal experience provided a unique insight into the problems of Antarctic research and the competition between nations in this field. We welcomed Professor Jones from Hull University to the next two meetings. The first one was on Blood Groups and Associated Diseases and the next on the Qualities and Inequalities of Sex. Perhaps the title belies the content, which centred arouund the probability of boy/girl birth, sexassociated diseases and then the practical involvement by some members of the group in tests for masculinity and femininity and red/green colourblindness. At this meeting members from Queen Margaret's expressed their appreciation to Mr. Harris for his invaluable and untiring help, by presenting him with a gift to mark his impending retirement. For the final meeting of the Christmas term we were delighted to welcome some boys from Pocklington School to the talk on Physics in Archaeology, particularly in relation to the Yorkshire Dales. Mr. Aspinall of Bradford University motivated many to an interest in the subject. We also managed to arrange a film on Nature and Wild Life during this term thus covering a wide range of scientific topics. The term's programme culminated in a very popular and highly successful trip to London to visit the Science Museum. We are indebted to Mr. Harris and Mr. Shaw for their forbearance and loyal support, which enabled us to mix entertainment with education and hopefully generate even greater enthusiasm for the rest of the year. The first lecture of the spring term, though postponed until February due to adverse weather conditions, proved to be important not only for the information imparted by Dr. Sheila Dronfield, O.B.E., on the subject of Birth Control but also because of the less tangible contribution she made in determining attitudes both at a personal and community level. Unfortunately we were able to include only one more meeting as the extreme weather conditions continued to interfere with plans, but the St. Peter's committee were particularly fortunate in being entertained to an excellent meal cooked by the girls of Queen Margaret's. The social event at the end of the year proved to be both enjoyable and enlightening even though to some it was no doubt familiar stamping ground. Rowntree Mackintosh may be a household name in York but it also has a scientific connotation now. I would like to put on record my thanks to all our speakers who gave their time and efforts so generously on our behalf; to Mr. Harris whose know-how and expertise has been invaluable in the survival and development of the Society; to Mr. Myland for holding the fort at Queen Margaret's; to the committee for their varied contributions, especially Paul Greenwood, treasurer, and Ruth Lodge, secretary for Queen Margaret's; and to the members, literally for their life blood! It seems that for the moment the activities of the Science Society will be in abeyance but it is our hope that it will emerge with ever greater industry in the not too distant future. Helen Stringer. 48

THE CHESS CLUB 1978/79 The Chess team had another successful season having been promoted to Division II of the York Chess League after their unbeaten record in Division III. Competition was a lot stronger in this division but the team, which was the same as last year's, played some commendable chess and won many of their matches while only marginally losing most of the others. By the end of the Christmas Term St. Peter's had played most of their matches and were lying second in the division. Unfortunately the captain, R. E. Craig and P. W. S. de Silva left at the end of this term and the remaining four matches had to be played with a considerably weakened team. Under the captaincy of P. Moayyedi, the new Chess team did not live up to the standards of the old, losing three out of the four remaining matches. However, this was mainly due to inexperience and the same team will still be playing in two years time. The results were as follows:— Away Home Won York II Lost 23-34 Lost 0-6* Armstrongs II Lost 21-33 Lost 1-5* Lost l3--41* Lost 21-31 Won 4-2 Lost 2-4 Won 31-21 Won 41-11*

National Glass Lost 23-33 Pocklington II Lost 2-4 Won 4I-11 Clifton Hospital Won 4-2 Bootham Norton & Malton Lost 2-4 Rowntrees II Won 33-21 Shepherds II Won 5-1 *Matches played by the new chess team.

St. Peter's eventually finished sixth in the division. The regular team members were P. Moayyedi, R. E. Craig, P. W. S. de Silva, P. A. D. Critchley, D. N. C. Pemberton, C. Bean and J. M. V. Storey. Others who played for the team were P. A. Craig, P. Drury and C. Broadbent. The Inter-House Chess Competition was held during the Spring Term, the results being as follows:— Grove Rise

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THE NORTHCOTE PARKINSON SOCIETY This year saw a growth in the society, not only in membership but also in the number of events which took place. The programme concentrated mainly on the first two terms, since exams invariably prevent full participation 1 during the summer term. One of the first events was an amusing and informative talk on the role of the Navy during the Napoleonic Wars, by that eminent historian, Professor Northcote-Parkinson, an Old Peterite, after whom the society is now named. There were also interesting talks by Peter Wenham on Roman York, and Dr. Powis on the French Wars of Religion (a lecture which was invaluable to 'A' level candidates), and at the beginning of the summer term Mr. Drysdale gave us a fascinating insight into the Inca way of life with his illustrated talk on the Inca Empire. There were also opportunities for members to take a more active part in society events. In the spring term a balloon debate was held, in which figures such as Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, Thomas More and even Jack the Ripper were represented. The eventual winner, by a huge majority, was Neil Carmichael, who represented Disraeli. The visit to London again proved to be a popular feature, and members were able to visit the Imperial War Museum. A collectors' evening, with Mr. Peter Arnot, of the York Stamp Centre in attendance, encouraged members of the society to display collections of items such as coins, stamps, war souvenirs, miniature bottles and clay pipes. The committee would like to thank Mr. Drysdale, on behalf of the society, I, for all the time and effort he has put into the society, in particular with regard to the organisation of the majority of the events of this year. Jill Gillett

BUSINESS GAME REPORT The academic year 1978/79 was the seventh in which St. Peter's has entered the Institute of Chartered Accountants/I.C.L. sponsored Business Game, and since a mini-version of the game quite often appears in the last few Maths. lessons of term, this year's Board of Directors were no strangers to the concepts involved. The task before Directors Kit Bird, Laurie Bleasdale, Chris Bronk, Rupert Brown, Dominic Johnson, David Kaner, Steve Mawby, Mandy Rigby and Ian Wilson was to sell our "consumer durable units" in order to make a larger profit than the three other school boards in our heat. To do this we had to manipulate among other things, prices, investments, loans, capacities and transport costs in five different sales areas (one for each school plus one common area) over a period of five rounds. In the first round of the first heat we began with what seemed steady, sensible ploys; prices were edged up for bigger profits, advertising expenditure put up to help sell our more expensive units and a moderate amount of investment made in extra production capacity (or "plant"). When the computer calculated results of the four Board's decisions came through we discovered that our prices were a bit higher than the rest of the field's, and our plant much smaller. Nevertheless, we were in second place. Trying to correct these discrepancies proved harder than we thought it would be — 50

we reduced our prices, but so did our competitors, and due to a large increase in the sales market we were left with a large number of units in stock. This in turn led to us not investing enough in our comparatively small plant, a mistake which cost us dear in the third round, when a 9% increase in the market meant we couldn't meet demand, and so lost some of that vital commodity that only the Business Game represents with hard cash — goodwill. However, an absurd price reduction in the fourth round helped us to get back our advantage and we emerged from a somewhat confused fifth round the winners of the heat. After Christmas we started on the second round, playing with three of the Ica schools (out of the original 393) who had got through to the next stage of the competition. In this game we took a step closer to the harsh realities of the Easter Term when we learnt that for the first two rounds there would be a transport strike, meaning that we would be limited in our sales in other areas. At the suggestion of two of the most vociferous members of the Board, we tried to undermine the efforts of one of our opponents by concentrating our small amount of transportable units in their area. The extent to which this benefited us is uncertain, but the unlucky opponents (who had made the biggest profit of all in their first heat) were pushed into third place by the end of the game. We had learnt from the first heat the importance of increasing our plant to keep pace with the expanding market that is a feature of every game, and we were cautiously optimistic that the extra production capacity in which we had invested (using the money saved on transport) would enable us to win through in the last two rounds. Unfortunately, an error in the third round in allocating enough funds to our now fully operational transport system meant we missed out on a chance to sell all our produced and lost a lot of goodwill. A double blow. All sorts of radical measures were suggested to help us win back our lead — cutting our advertising expenditure by £200,000 , lowering our prices to rock bottom values and so forth, but none seemed to promise results, and in spite of what our I.C.L. expert commentator called "an excellent final round" we could only content ourselves with the fact that we had come a very close second. Nevertheless, we learnt a lot which can be passed on to future Directors — the importance of investing and so on, and, of course, we had a lot of fun in our occasionally riotous Board meetings; our thanks go to Mr. Armstrong for presiding over them, and indeed for his persevering organisation of our foray into the world of big business. C.J.E.B.

YOUNG FARMERS' CLUB The opening meeting of the year selected a new committee as follows: P. Swiers remained Chairman, C. Burdass was appointed Vice Chairman and Minutes Secretary, S. Buckle was appointed Treasurer, T. Coleman became Club Secretary, and S. Prest and R. Rowbottom were elected to the committee. 51

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Apart from showing two films, entitled 'Precious Soil' and 'Spraying for Profits', which were both most interesting, the programme never really got under way this year. However, interest and support remain and we hope we may be able, once again, to report on considerably more activity next year. S.W.P.

THE RAILWAY SOCIETY One of my books on steam locomotives describes an 'eccentric' as a 'small crank'. An admirable description, some may say, of railway fanatics. I think though that this would be an unfair label to stick on our Railway Society. It is, rather, a small group of enthusiasts. We have met, on average, once per week—usually on a Wednesday lunchtime. Our programme of activities during the year has been a modest one. The exception has been, perhaps, the 'Grand Exhibition', which is reviewed elsewhere in The Peterite. Everyone worked tremendously hard for that event. Members have seen railway films and a slide show cum mini-exhibition of the Stockton & Darlington Railway I5oth Anniversary (Rupert Brown plus J.M.R.); visited the relics shop at York station, the annexe to the National Railway Museum and the York model railway layout in Skeldergate. A few members attended a lecture on 'The Whitby-Scarborough line' at the York branch of the North York Moors Railway Society. We wound up the year by going on the two-hour round 'Steam Trip. from York—Leeds—Harrogate—York. This train was pulled by the streamlined A4 'Sir Nigel Gresley'. Most of us managed to get an eye full of soot, which was far preferable to smelly diesel fumes! The original nameplate, 'St. Peter's School, York, A.D. 627', and its replica have both been restored to their authentic colours during the year. Research for this and for the three-panel exhibition on the 'St. Peter's School' loco has been done by Rupert Brown. The Railway Society is to be responsible for the weekly polishing of the nameplate on the outside of the Memorial Hall. My thanks to all members who have supported the society during the year, and particular thanks to the committee : Paul McCarter, Rupert Brown, Andrew Leckenby, and our very talented publicity artist, Robert Nield. J.P.R.

RAILWAY SOCIETY GRAND EXHIBITION (Drama Centre, 1.15-8 p.m., Wednesday, 23rd May, 1979) On entering a main railway station, all our senses are engaged in the appreciation of our surroundings. Bustling people, the growl and metallic sounds of locomotives and stock, announcements, the smell of diesel and decay, and our ever failing attempts to avoid the animate and inanimate. In many ways this atmosphere was created by Mr. Roden and his team, Stephen and Robert Nield, Rupert Brown and Paul McCarter, for the railway exhibition (with the exception of the smells!). One would walk around looking at the exhibits, with the constant showing of the film 'Locomotive' (excellent) in one direction catching your eye, slides 53

in another, and with the ears satisfied by recordings of station announcements, steam hissing from giant locomotives. In this atmosphere the exhibits gained a further dimension. There were several working model layouts; a large 1930's vintage '0' gauge collection from Paul McCarter, Timothy Prosser-Higdon's 'oo' gauge marshalling yard (mostly built from scratch), and two other coo' gauge layouts from Richard Greenwell and Oliver Bird. The skills of the patient modeller were also prevalent; Mr. Graham Metcalfe's superb hand built '0' gauge carriages, Mr. Peter Twyman's hand built '00' gauge locos and Mr. Geoff Bird's working model signals. Side by side with all this were many exhibits of railway paraphernalia, vintage and modern, and notably a photographic exhibition of the 4818 `St. Peter's School, York A.D. 627' locomotive direct from the National Railway Museum, compiled by Rupert Brown. The exhibition enjoyed a constant stream of visitors from both schools, and from outside, interestingly they included Mr. A. E. Malton, the original fireman in the loco, 'St. Peter's School'. I would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to Mr. Roden and his team from the Railway Society for a very enjoyable event, and I I hesitate to make one suggestion to complete the atmosphere of the next one— a steam generator. D.J.B.

`ST. PETER'S SCHOOL, YORK, A.D. 627' A BRIEF HISTORY OF A LOCOMOTIVE `St. Peter's School, York, A.D. 627' was one of twenty-seven locomotives which formed the fourth batch of the V2 Class. It was built at Darlington in March, 1939, and was finished in the old N.E.R. tradition, i.e. no works number, green cylinder casings and the class painted on the buffer-beam. In all other respects its livery conformed to the standard L.N.E.R. passenger livery of lined apple green. A. H. Peppercorn (later C.M.E. of the L.N.E.R. and B.R. Eastern Region) supervised the construction and handed the locomotive over at the naming ceremony on 3rd April, 1939, claiming the locomotive would run two million miles. This ceremony was attended by some eight hundred people and took place on the middle road between platforms 6 and 7 (Scarborough line) at York. The tea was described in the School magazine by a junior boy as being 'gorgeous'. At present only one photograph of St. Peter's School in L.N.E.R. days is known to exist, though it is not available for reproduction. Virtually nothing is known of the locomotive's record in traffic and I would be grateful if anybody who knows anything about its working life would contact me at the School. Originally numbered 4818, St. Peter's School, York A.D. 627 was renumbered 847 in 1946 and 60847 after nationalisation in 1948. Whether St. Peter's School was ever painted in L.N.E.R. black is doubtful since no wartime photographs of it are known to exist and also the nameplate photograph shows the L.N.E.R. lining clearly under the grime. In B.R. days 60847 was painted lined black and eventually B.R. Standard Green. 54

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St. Peter's School, in common with every V2, had its leading pony truck altered due to derailments at high speed. Also its cylinders were replaced during B.R. days due to fractures in the original monobloc casting. After being shedded at York all its life the locomotive was cut up in June, 1965, having run some 950,000 miles in twenty-six years of service. Contemporary newspaper reports suggested that the nameplates were removed in 1965; however, from the photographs it can be seen that they were removed almost a year beforehand. One nameplate was presented to the School in 1965 but the whereabouts of the other remains a complete mystery. To mark the fortieth anniversary of the construction and naming, both the original and replica nameplate are undergoing restoration to original L.N.E.R. condition at the School. R.D.E.B.

SCHOOL BIRD RINGING This has started again in a small way after a lapse of nearly three years. The summer term ringing is a long term study of breeding swallows and house martins at a farm near Wetherby. It is hoped to ring all birds in the nest and all the breeding adults. Next year we hope to retrap some of last year's birds and see if they are at the same nest site. The totals for the year were as follows : swallow 73; blackbird 23; blue tit 21; house martin 19; dunnock 6; wren 3; great tit 2; song thrush 2; robin t ; goldfinch 1; mistle thrush I ; starling 1. Ringing Recoveries 1975-78 During the period 19 birds were recovered as follows. All were local except for two starlings. Time between ringing and recovery is given. I greenfinch, 2 years; 5 blackbirds, oldest 6 years; 1 mute swan, 8 years; 2 robins, older 5 years ; t house martin, 3 years—this has meant three return journeys to Central Africa; 9 starlings, one 8 years, three 7 years, one from Rotherham 6 years and one from Portsmouth 2 years. G.D.C.

SAHARA EXPEDITION - EASTER, 1979 This year's expedition was composed of twelve, including the party leader, Mr. Bulcock, who was again accompanied by Mr. Daniel. It began on a warm Sunday evening, 25th March, outside St. Peter's School, and got progressively hotter and more interesting over the following three weeks and three days. The party travelled overnight to Plymouth, and spirits remained high until early morning. After all, the gale forecast was only a rumour. The twenty-four-hour crossing in conditions which rarely allowed one to stand still was a severe test, which the R.N. contingent of the party failed badly. Spain and the Cantabrian hills offered, however, a calmer outlook of scenic splendour. The first Wednesday of the expedition saw us in Seville, where we camped in the orange-groves, and our appetites improved as our culinary expertise 57

developed. Algeciras was our next stop, and from there we enjoyed a smooth crossing (relative to the Bay of Biscay) over the Straits of Gibraltar to the duty-free port of Ceuta. A bottle of whisky purchased here for £1.8o later fetched—entirely at the purchaser's insistence, it must be admitted—an unbelievable k2.1 in Algeria, thereby helping to finance a first-class hotel for us all. Ceuta and the nearby Moroccan frontier marked the start of haggling, and the beginning of a remoter civilisation on the verge of the Third World. Tangier offered mysticism and intrigue, and a tour of the Medina proved to be very interesting. We, too, were a source of interest (and profit) for the locals. In particular, as darkness fell, the Moroccans found Richard Jemmett's legs amusing, and Duncan Fallow was honoured by a proposal from some friendly traders, obesity in their eyes signifying opulence and therefore the prospect of an excellent dowry. Safi, on the west coast, was our next destination, and we were let down badly by the Fodor Guide as we searched for a non-existent camp-site. Ceramics were the main product of this town and the usual swarm of guides offered to show us round. Guides, though helpful when one was lost, were generally a nuisance, and Marrakech was perhaps the worst place for this. The main square at Marrakech was one of the most impressive sights of the expedition, with its snake-charmers, water-carriers and story tellers, who attracted large audiences of children and adults alike. After having a first class meal at the Bagatelle restaurant in Marrakech, we prepared ourselves for the desert and a week of self-catering. Our journey to the desert took us over the Atlas mountains to Ouarzazate, and we caught our first glimpses of the Saharan mud villages. Amethysts on sale at the roadside tempted many of us, and the art of haggling was now almost perfected with the inclusion of shirts and personal items in many deals. In anticipation of the closure of the Algerian-Moroccan frontier, we decided to visit some sand dunes at Merzouga (to ensure that we did actually see some sand). The entire party (except Mr. Bulcock) climbed a dune there, led nobly by Mr. Daniel and superman Jonathan Drinkwater, who almost ran up; Mr. Bulcock 'kindly' offered to prepare lunch for us. Later that day, we all enjoyed a swim in the Source Bleu de Meski and were able to cool off a little. Algeria was not easily accessible (we spent three hours on frontier territory before crossing) but once there we enjoyed the luxury of a first class hotel at Taghit (thanks to the whisky mentioned earlier.) The sight of Taghit, an oasis at the base of tall dunes which extended to infinity, was literally breathtaking, and the hotel there could not have had a more perfect setting. We lapped up the luxury before moving on to Bennis-Abbes, and later that day David Kaner enjoyed his birthday party in the desert. After having our fill of food and drink we all slept soundly under the stars. Leaving Algeria was equally as time-consuming as entering the country, but bribes of tomato ketchup speeded up proceedings slightly and we returned to a dark and overcast Morocco. After camping on scorpion territory on our first night back in Morocco, we headed towards Fez. There was little time to see the old town, and those of us who ventured as far generally got lost. The return to Tangier marked the nearing to an end of the expedition, and after final gifts had been bought, we left Morocco for Ceuta and Spain. Wet after camping through a storm in Ceuta, we returned to Spain, taking 58

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Torremolinos by storm, and then moving north to Madrid, where we visited a spectacular bull-fight in the main ring. The final crossing from Santander to Plymouth was pleasantly calm, and after stopping for fish and chips near Plymouth, we arrived safely in York at around 7 p.m. (Wednesday, 18th April). There was a marked absence of deck-chairs on returning, and there was some speculation as to whether they had failed to stand up to the wear and tear of the expedition or whether we had all simply eaten too much. If this is any indication, Mr. Daniel was one of the first to fall through his chair! Finally it only remains to be said that we are all very grateful to have had the opportunity of going on this expedition and thank Mr. Daniel and Mr. Bulcock very greatly for giving us such a marvellous time; many thanks also to all who were connected in any way with the expedition, including our parents for enabling us to go. G.C.

THE FAROE/ICELAND EXPEDITION, 1979 The expedition party, led by Mr. Daniel and Mr. Hughes, consisted of: John Abbott, Kevin Clarkson, Lawrence Bleasdale, John McGrath, Paul Aagaard, Bill Barnish, Paul Greenwood, Tim Raylor, Geoff Townsend, Paul McCarter, Robert Bowles, Rod Craig, Phil Johnson and Steve Buckle. All assembled promptly on the morning of Sunday, 15th July, and having packed the trailer the night before, the journey was soon under way shortly after 7.3o a.m. After leaving York in brilliant sunshine, the weather steadily deteriorated, until with 490 miles behind us, we pitched camp in a light drizzle. The following day was again typical of the Scottish Highlands and we quickly moved on to Thurso to do some boat shopping before going to meet the vessel itself at Scrabster, on the north Scottish coast. At 4.00 p.m. we boarded the `SmyriP and were soon bound for the Faroe Islands. The crossing itself was choppy and most of the party felt queasy, and so it was with great relief that we emerged in Torshaun, the capital of these Danish-owned islands, in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The weather, however, was unkind, though typically Faroese, as it relentlessly poured with rain. Nonetheless, the rain did not totally hide the unique scenery of Faroe — in particular that of the lush green hills, the fast flowing streams, and the tidy houses with grass roofing. And so amidst the rain we became acquainted with the Faroes, touring all around the main island, Streymoy, and venturing farther on to the neighbouring island, Eysturoy. That evening the weather brightened and we were able to pitch camp near to the road in Skalafjordur. The site soon became a focal point for passing cars and all gave a friendly smile and wave to the party. One local even sold us some cod, which Kevin Clarkson, along with various able assistants, nobly and skilfully prepared and filleted. The rain returned that night, along with some Faroese bullocks which had earlier been driven away from the area. However, this time the attack was unnoticed and a tent was savagely hoofed, from which a rather dismayed and by that time soggy Geoff Townsend and Tim Raylor bailed out and made quickly for the minibus. 59

Icelandic Scenery

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The rain continued into the morning, with the tents absolutely saturated. It was so wet that it was impossible to get up for breakfast, and so a few brave members of the expedition proceeded to serve breakfast in bed to the majority with excellent service! The situation was desperate. The party needed a stroke of luck, and the good fortune came when a local, seeing our plight, offered us a room and garage. The offer was gratefully accepted and we were soon drying out. We did not camp again in the Faroes, but stayed in Gotugjogv, enjoying the luxurious hospitality of Mr. Jacob Hansen. Our adopted host also acted as a guide, showing us several interesting locations in Eysturoy, including a trout farm and several Faroese buildings such as the local school and meeting house. One of the most fascinating places was Oyndarfjordur with its legendary `moonstones'. The legend runs that in the seventeenth century two French ships came to the Faroes to pillage and to recruit slaves. As these ships were departing, an old witch from the hills forbade this act and turned the ships into two huge rocks, one of which sways in the water, causing a surface displacement of the order of ten or so centimetres. An incredible sight to behold. After the whole group had been entertained to trifle and home-movies in the Hansens' home, it was with great satisfaction that we left the Faroe Islands and reboarded the `SmyriP on its passage for Iceland. It was at this stage, however, that the weather on the sea became really vicious, and `Smyril' gave even the best sea travellers sickness problems. Phil Johnson and Bill Barnish must definitely merit a mention for their sporting performances! Still we battled on to Iceland, arriving in Seydisfjordur on Saturday evening (21st July), and with the diesel cans filled up, we set off in a westerly direction across the island. The first difficulty to overcome was the roads. When Desmond Bagley had said in his book, 'Running Blind', 'The average Icelandic road makes an English farm-track look like a super highway,' he wasn't joking! Progress was slow, and after travelling a mere thirty miles, we camped just outside Egilsstadir. What a welcome surprise gereted us when we woke up on Sunday morning. The sun was shining brightly and the air was crystal clear, with views stretching for miles on end. It was quite different from the iron grey skies and bleak mountain bases, so often depicted of northern Iceland. Making the most of the good weather, we travelled along the 'ring road' and then along a track towards a famous snow-covered mountain, `Herdubrerd', which in English translates as 'broad shoulders', quite befitting the shape of the mountain. The track also introduced us to some Icelandic larva flows, and whilst most of the party were content with a small piece of larva for a souvenir, John Abbott will always be remembered for the sizeable piece of the country he brought back with him! Evenings in Iceland are generally somewhat cool. This is because of a cold northerly wind, known as `Hafgola' which blows in from arctic regions, and so extra sweaters were often required as the evenings progressed. 61

Having accounted for the lava and taken heed of the cold, we spent Sunday night near an extinct volcano crater (Hrossaborg), which had formed a spectacular natural amphitheatre. The weather was equally good for the next few days and we travelled along the ring road, visiting some marvellous sulphur springs at Namaskard before we reached Myvatn. Myvatn literally means `midge-pit', but we spent several midge-free hours in the area, primarily to bathe in the hot water pools, which at about 40 °C are incredibly relaxing and refreshing, but also to look at some most unusual lava formations (Dimmuborgir) and to climb up a volcano (Hverfjall). After Myvatn, we set course for Akureyri, the great north Icelandic metropolis, containing io,000 people and being the third largest Icelandic city. Here we set about buying various commodities, the most popular being woollen goods, which were found to be good value. That evening we dined tastefully in Akureyri and enjoyed some very good food. Thursday was spent visiting Husavik, which is a major fishing port, and then driving on to the most northerly point of Iceland, which practically brushes the Arctic circle. Here, Mr. Hughes, Kevin Clarkson and Paul Greenwood boldly ventured into the sea, and although it was only a quick dip, it will certainly be a memorable wetting. Also to be found on the northern coast was an incredible variety of birdlife, carefully monitored by Geoff Townsend. His most amazing observation being that of a Gyr Falcon. Waterfalls are said to be spectacular in Iceland, and we were by no means let down with our visit to Dettifoss, a very broad fall with a thundering 44 m. drop. Friday was a day for heading back to Seydisfjordur and we found a good place to camp that evening along the fjord. The proximity of the sea inspired Robert Bowles and John McGrath to attempt some fishing using a needle and thread. Three rather inedible fish (or rather two fish with one caught twice) were all that resulted. If the encounter with the Faroese bullocks had not been enough, this final camp was besieged at some unearthly hour by wild horses and sheep, which after a brief encounter with Paul McCarter, Bill Barnish and Robert Bowles, were soon herded away by the rest of the party to pester some other European campers before moving farther down the fjord. The return boat journey was much more pleasant with the sea almost placid, and after a short stopover in Torshavn, where everyone was wrapped up in festival celebrations, the group was soon back in Scotland, arriving mid-afternoon and then travelling overnight down to York. So what of Iceland ? I think everyone now realises just how large the country is, while still relishing the variety, scope and beauty of the land. We have seen so much, yet explored so little. I'm sure we shall all return. Finally, I would like to thank all the members of the group for combining to produce such a successful trip. Special thanks must go to Mr. Daniel and to Mr. Hughes for all the hard work they both put into the trip. J.A.M.

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HOUSE NOTES DRONFIELD Autumn We began the Christmas Term by welcoming the new members of the House and congratulated Richard Venable on gaining a scholarship (we also congratulate Andrew Paterson, who was subsequently awarded a scholarship during the Summer Term). We also warmly welcomed Jane Schofield and Katherine Stancer to the Lower VI and Mr. T. G. Shaw, who was to be our Assistant Housemaster. Patrick Crowley also returned to try a seventh-term entry to Cambridge. Unfortunately, because of serious illness, Jillian Harness was unable to return. Sporting events immediately became dominant features of our nonacademic activities. The athletics programme showed that the House was capable of securing victories in various events and success was recorded by Philip Johnson, who set a new record in the Senior Javelin event, by Charles Walker, who won the intermediate 400 metre race and by Andrew Stubbs, who won the junior high jump. In all the day was extremely enjoyable, the House coming fourth overall in the inter-House competition. Prior to the athletics we attended Speech Day and, after listening to an interesting speech, members of Dronfield House were well represented, gaining a good proportion of the prizes; we congratulate David Cooper, Jonathan Hirst, Patrick Crowley, Guy Norman, Gary Oates and Andrew Jewitt. The Christmas Term is also the rugby season but, unfortunately, we did not prove too successful against a formidable Rise team. Without our captain, Keith Miller, we played with determination against the opposition, with Julian Guy and Chris Stubbs performing particularly well. It was particularly pleasing to observe the participation of many members of the House throughout the year in theatrical and musical events which dominated the cold, miserable winter terms. Wendy Dalby convincingly played the part of Ismene in 'Antigone', Paul Aagaard took a major role in `The Yeomen of the Guard' and many of the juniors performed in the `Shepherds' Play'.

Easter Predictably the General Knowledge exam confronted us on the first day of the Easter Term and we congratulate Peter Davies on achieving the highest score in the third forms. The House cross-country team, under the leadership of Michael Sunley, although not achieving first place, did not come last. The junior rugby team, captained by Russell Broadbent, played with enthusiasm, but lost to the Manor. Throughout the term the House football team performed at lunch times under Keith Miller and came second overall, losing a vital match to Rise. Some superb goalkeeping by George Dixon contributed to the success of the team. The swimming gala gave our swimmers a chance to display their talents and Charles Walker, Bruce Jones and Andrew Precious all performed well. An amazing surprise was the success of the water polo team. Brilliant goalkeeping by Jonathan Brierley saved crucial opposition points and so we managed to get through to the final, though we lost narrowly here. Some members of the House entered impressive exhibits in the House Art Competition at the end of term. 63

Summer

At the beginning of the Summer Term we learned with deep regret of the death of Jillian Harness. She had been a tremendous asset to the House through her sense of humour, her vigour and her determination to succeed. A deeply moving memorial service was held in Chapel to commemorate a girl so popular in her year, in the House and in the School. After the departure of Mr. Shaw, Mr. Hamilton became our Assistant Housemaster and we thank him for all he has done for the House during the Summer Term. The junior cricket team, captained by Russell Broadbent, unfortunately lost its first round match against Queen's, though Milo Sweetman and Andrew Stubbs showed that there is hope for the future. The senior team, however, captained by Philip Johnson, had a more successful run. They beat Temple in the semi-final round. Temple only scored 87, thanks to fine bowling by Andrew Precious and Chris Stubbs and the latter was our highest scorer with 34 runs. In the final we could not quite achieve the score set for us by Rise in spite of a score of 62 by Julian Guy. Mention should be made of the shooting team under Clive Brockbank (fourth in the individual event), which fared well against other Houses. Because of absence we could not assemble crews to compete in the rowing inter-House competition this year, but we congratulate Terry Wallhead on winning the Senior Sculls event. The year, then, has been one of mixed blessings. Academically we have shone with a talented third form and L VI; in sport we have improved and some very talented individuals have shown their skills. In all the future looks promising. S.R.L. GROVE

Autumn Returning after some excellent G.C.E. results, the House welcomed the new juniors along with the four new members of the lower sixth—Helen Batty, Louise Liddle, Mandy Rigby (Scholarship) and John Waterworth. We were pleased to see the return of Mark Anderson, Richard Bronk and Jeremy Markwick-Smith (Head of House) for their Oxbridge entry exams. Duncan Fawthrop and Martin Turner gained places at Christ's College and Gonville and Caius College Cambridge respectively (both to read Veterinary Science) on the merits of their 'A' level results. Our results on the athletics field were much as expected although there were some good individual efforts, particularly from Michael Kerr (3,000 m., 2nd), Richard Kirby (cricket ball, 2nd), David Kaner (80o m., znd) and Graham Cole (long jump, znd, and high jump, 3rd). On the rugby field the senior team was unlucky to draw a strong Rise team in the first round for the second year in succession. Despite this, the team led by James Gair put up a good fight and kept the score down to a respectable 22-0. James Gair was awarded his House Colours as a result of his efforts to train a largely 'amateur' team. The junior squash team found success in the first round of the interHouse competition, defeating the School House team. This success was, however, short-lived as the team was defeated by the Rise team. The senior team lost to a strong Temple team on the first round. The House squash has 64

been enthusiastically organised by Dennis Burton, who was awarded his House Colours this term. During this term members of the House showed us their acting talents in Anouilh's play, 'Antigone'. Janine Tapp, Jeremy Markwick-Smith and Chris Bronk all played leading parts in the production. Jane Harrod, James Hewitt and Andrew Hjort also appeared in the School's Gilbert and Sullivan production, 'The Yeomen of the Guard'. During the term John Abbott and Michael Kerr were both appointed School Monitors. Easter

During the Christmas break we were pleased to hear that Richard Bronk had been awarded an Exhibition to Merton College, Oxford, to read Classics and that Jeremy Markwick-Smith had been offered a place at Girton College, Cambridge, to read Law. We wish them the best of luck when they go up to their respective colleges in October. This term John Abbott succeeded Jeremy Markwick-Smith as Head of House. The first day of the Easter Term was, as usual, set aside for the General Knowledge paper. Rupert Brown and Richard Kirby both put up creditable performances. Richard represented the School in the inter-School General Knowledge Quiz. The team had continued success throughout the term and eventually won the regional competition. On the sports field our various teams, despite much determined effort, met with little success. The junior rugby team, captained by Matthew Sellers, lost 12-0 to a strong Rise team in the first round. The junior water polo team had a narrow defeat against Temple in the semi-final and the senior team lost after extra time to the Dronfield team in the first round. Both the senior and junior cross-country teams came fifth overall, with some good individual runs by Michael Kerr (Loth), Jonathan Wright (nth), David Kaner (i9th) in the senior event and by Martin Warner (9th) and Tim Kaner (15th) in the junior event. The House swimming team had some good individual swimmers. Robert Gair, Matthew Sellers and Tim Kaner swam particularly well. This term was marred by the sudden death, after a short illness, of George Elliot, who cleaned up after us for many years. Summer

The House Monitors were this term joined by Charles Butterworth, Graham Cole, David Gardner, James Hewitt and David Kaner. Mandy Rigby, Chris Bronk, Rupert Brown and David Kaner, along with several others, worked extremely hard to produce an excellent performance of 'Pygmalion'. An actress from outside the school had to be recruited for one of the parts and the House would like to thank Charlotte Semple for her performance in the play. It was, however, disappointing to see so few other members of the House in the audience. This term has been the most successful term of the year as far as sport is concerned. The senior cricket team won convincingly by six wickets against the School House team in the first round of the competition. Jonathan Wright (Capt.) batted well, as did Richard Kirby and Jonathan Simpson 65

(63). (Richard and Jonathan played for the 1st XI School team and Richard was awarded his School Colours. Unfortunately, we were once again put out of the competition by a strong Rise team. The Juniors also had an easy victory against Temple in the first round, due to some excellent batting by Robert Gair (44 n.o.) and Richard Liddle (58 n.o.). However, the team were yet again knocked out of the competition by the Rise team. The tennis team played some excellent tennis and went on to win the event after defeating Queen's and School House teams during the competition. The team was captained by Mark Blackburn; Tim Blackburn, Tim Casling and Graham Cole also played in the team. Tim Casling and Graham Cole were awarded their House Colours. Helen Batty and Louise Liddle must be congratulated for winning the Ladies' Competition, beating School House in the final. The shooting team managed to retain the inter-house Shooting Cup for a second year after a competition on Strensall ranges. James Hewitt also retained the individual cup and John Abbott survived several rounds of a knock-out competition to win the individual falling-plate trophy. After losing in the final for two years in succession the table tennis team finally managed to win the competition just before the end of term. During this term Waine music award holders put on a concert in which two members of the Grove, Rupert Brown and David Kaner, played. In a concert held later in the term the House had no fewer than nine participants. Mandy Rigby again gave us a polished performance as Juliet in the School's production of 'Romeo and Juliet'. Andrew Hjort also appeared in a leading role and several members of the Fourth form also took pat in the performance. We should also like to thank Phillip Swiers for his week of lively Chapel Services during this term. On the academic front, the few prize winners so far announced include Michael Kerr for the B.M.A. Biology Prize and Mandy Rigby for the Dronfield Mathematics Prize (Steve Mawby, Chris Bronk and Rupert Brown were all highly commended and just missed winning the prize). Robert Nield has been awarded the senior Art prize, Tim Prosser-Higdon the Handicraft prize and David Wass a Fifth form prize. On the whole this can be considered one of the better years in the history of the House. However, it must be said that this is largely due to a minority of individuals. It would be encouraging to see a little more 'House spirit' and a few more members of the House getting involved in more of the extracurricular activities in the School. Finally, we must say our goodbyes: firstly to Mr. Butler, who leaves us as assistant Housemaster to seek Ordination, after a further period of study— this time at St. John's College, Durham University. Secondly, to all those Fifth and Sixth formers leaving the School and we wish them the very best of luck in their future careers. J.P.J.F.A.

MANOR Autumn The beginning of the academic year saw the arrival of fifteen third formers and Martin Ellison, who moved over from Queen's. We hope they enjoy their time in the Manor. 66

The first main event was Sports Day. Overall we were weak as a team, but in Kevin Clarkson and Gregory Lomas we had two fine athletes. Kevin was unlucky to be pipped at the post in both the too in. and 40o m. races, but Gregory did very well to win both Ioo m. and 80o m. races in his group. If boys are to benefit from School societies it is necessary for House representatives to advertise events, and encourage overworked pupils to take half an hour off prep! Neil Carmichael has done a magnificent job in this respect; he was on four committees, and I think the members of the House can rarely remember a day when the notice-board didn't have one of his `notices' on it. Kevin Clarkson and Geoff Townsend were made School Monitors soon after half term, and I am indebted to them for their help. The Manor did remarkably well in the Senior rugby competition. Having disposed of Queen's 9-6 in the first round, without the captain, we were drawn against School House in the semi-final. With a lot of pride at stake in this match, the game was, not surprisingly, very closely fought, and with the help of the woodwork we scraped through 7-6. In the final we met a very strong Rise XV, but a determined performance gave us a fully deserved draw, 6-6. Gary Lee's kicking was outstanding in all matches, but the superb tackling and rucking, backed up by a magnificent team spirit were the main factors in the success of the team. Congratulations to Richard Elston and Andrew Green on gaining their `Gold Personal Survival' swimming awards, and to Robin Litten on passing his Swimming 'Honours'. The Christmas Party was held in the House this year, and over 15o parents and families braved the elements to come. Each study and Common Room organised games and competitions, and they proved a great success. This was followed by a tremendous supper and a highly successful Auction held in the Drama Centre. Very many thanks to the parents, without whose help this would not have been possible, and for their many kind donations. Special mention must go to Mrs. Shuttleworth for organising it, and to Mr. Dee for running the Auction. A cheque for £405 was presented to Sir Peter Shepherd to help his appeal for a 'Scanner for Cancer' for the York District Hospital. Congratulations to Chris Harland, an old Manorite, who has won a squash blue for Cambridge, and to Kevin Clarkson, who, having recovered from the broken collar-bone he sustained last season, was awarded his 'cap' for the 1978 rugby season. The House members have also got down to work, and there have been a record number of 'merits' this term. May this long continue! During the term Senior House Colours were awarded to Kevin Clarkson, Guy Nettleton and Andrew Taylor, and Junior House Colours to Gregory Lomas, Andrew Gibson, Neil Harnby, Gary Lee and John Pulleyn. This term has been a very successful and happy one for the House. I think it has been due to the House spirit, and I wish the new Head of House, Geoff Townsend, all the best in keeping this spirit going for the next two terms. R.C-G.

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Richard Collingwood-Gittins presents a cheque for £400 from the Manor to Sir Peter Shepherd to raise money for a body-scanner to help in the detection of cancer- at York District Hospital -rammammr— —

Easter

The Easter term began with the good news that Richard CollingwoodGittins had obtained a place at Magdalene College, Cambridge; and I am sure the whole House will wish him well. The bad weather during the term produced many problems but everybody happily spent their time playing in the many competitions organised by members of the Lower VI. Congratulations to all winners, especially Andrew Gibson, who won both the darts and the table tennis competitions. Geoff Townsend received acclaim through his hobby of taxidermy with two radio interviews and an article in a local paper. Also hitting the headlines was Neil Carmichael, whose views on the former prime minister, the Right Honourable Edward Heath, were published in the `Daily Mail'. The House play was performed to a full house in the Drama Centre and the evening culminated in a pancake tossing session which was a tremendous success. Special thanks must be given to Ruth Addinall for organising and producing the play, to Nick Mortimer for his work back stage, and to the leading star, Tick (alias Mark Heywood). Thanks to Kevin Clarkson's and Matthew Quirke's consistent coaching over the last two terms. Five Juniors and five Junior Middles passed their Bronze Medallion life-saving exams. The Junior rugby team reached the final with two great wins against Temple and Dronfield. The final against Rise produced some excellent rugby and some superb tackling, especially by the captain, Neil Harnby. The game was in doubt right up to the final whistle, and a draw 4-4 was a fair result. A strong Junior House squash team reached the znd round of the interhouse tournament but unfortunately lost in the final. Mention must be made of three promising young players, Jeremy Barrett, Mark Burdon and Rupert Bond, who all played well and showed promise for next year. The Swimming Sports provided an afternoon of great excitement, especially as it suddenly dawned on us all that we could win! Special mention should be made of the Juniors who showed tremendous keenness all round, especially Mark Burdon. Thanks also to Mark Heywood and Greg Lomas for their efforts and to Kevin Clarkson and Seniors. There were some very fine wins and several important second places were obtained, which gave the Manor a win. Kevin induced great enthusiasm among the team as their captain, and set a fine example by breaking the 5o yards freestyle school record. The Junior cross-country was dominated by Greg Lomas, whose hard training paid off with an excellent win. The House produced a very good display in the House Art competition with all years being represented. Thanks must go to Joe Boyd for organising the whole display, and congratulations to Geoff Townsend for winning the Frank Pick prize for art and design, with his taxidermy. Ruth Addinall had a marvellous term winning both the French essay and spoken French prizes. Junior House colours were awarded to Mark Heywood, Richard Elston, David Kean and Mark Burdon during this term. Summer

The House junior cricket XI got off to a good start beating Queen's convincingly, Andrew Gibson showing excellent style in his batting, and Jeremy Barrett bowling devastatingly. Unfortunately, a strong Rise team beat 69

us in the final. The Senior XI were soundly beaten by Temple in spite of a fine knock by Andy Taylor. The House shooting competition was entered by the Manor although only two of the House shoot. Martin Ellison came an overall second in the competition. Many Manorites won prizes this term, David Kean the English essay prize, Ruth Addinall a music prize, and the Lumley Dodsworth essay prize, Neil Carmichael the debating prize, Gregory Lomas a form prize, and Mark Heywood came near to winning a music prize with a very confident trumpet recital. Tim Coleman, William Barnish and George Bulman all obtained rowing club colours, and Robin Litten and Simon Longthorp Junior Club colours. Also to be congratulated are both House rowing teams for reaching the finald in both the inter-house competitions. The House got caught up in the election campaign and a mock election was held one evening. Bill Barnish, speaking on behalf of the Alcoholic Party, won a very convincing victory! The Poetry-folk evening, held in the Drama Centre, was dominated by Monorites, who read many of their own poems and also performed many songs accompanied by a variety of instruments. Before the start of 'A' levels Bill Barnish organised a week of chapel services; the theme was 'love and peace'. Congratulations to Andy Taylor on gaining 2nd XI Cricket Colours and to Richard Mansfield on his Minor Shooting Colours. Junior House Colours were awarded to Robin Litten, Jamie Holden and to Jonathan Winchurch. Senior Colours went to Bill Barnish, Tim Coleman and Geoff Townsend. It just remains for me to thank Mr. and Mrs. Shuttleworth, Mr. Raggett and Mr. Paterson, on behalf of the whole House, for all they have done in the past year. Mr. Raggett leaves the Manor after three years. We are very grateful for all his help and encouragement. To all those who are leaving we thank you for what you have done and wish you well. N.G.T.

QUEEN'S Autumn The term began with the Athletics, where we were not as successful as in previous years. In the Standards competition, despite having an average per boy as high as last year, we finished third, behind Temple and Rise. Special mention must be made of Andrew Copley, who had the most points in the School in the Standards. Due to some excellent performances, especially by the Intermediates and Juniors, we finished third on Sports Day. Andrew Copley smashed the Intermediate Discus record, throwing further than the Seniors, who are three years older than him! Andy Blacker and Jonathan Atkinson won the Intermediate and Junior High Jumps respectively; Fergus Craig won the Junior 4;; metres; and David Macfarlane won the Intermediate 80o metres. Many members of the House were involved in preparing for the House Entertainments Evening, which was unfortunately cancelled. It was a great pity that the Queen's House version of 'Mister Blue Sky' was not performed —it sounded really good in the practices. There was little success for us in the Senior Rugby competition—our team, weakened by the loss of four of our better players, was defeated in the first 70

round by Manor, who reached the final against Rise, where they drew. The ist XV players (captain Nick Squire, Rod Craig, and Mike Johnston, all of whom were awarded their 1st XV colours) played well, as did the front row of Russell Mainds (prop and captain of the 3rd XV), Nick Adams, and Alec Campbell, the latter two being non-team players. Andrew Copley and Jonathan Atkinson, who played for the U/15 A XV, played courageously in the Senior team. In non-sporting activities, the House has been well represented. Jill Gillett, Kit Bird, and Tim Heap sang and acted well as principals in 'The Yeomen of the Guard'. Paul McCarter, Rod Barron and Andrew Whipp were Yeomen, and David and Nigel Pemberton, Pete Fender, Steve Ashton, Andrew Copley, and Rod Craig played in the Orchestra for the production. During the term, the House was well represented in the Wind Band, Choir and Orchestra. At half term, Jill Gillett and Rod Craig were appointed School Monitors. David Pemberton, Col Bean, and Richard Craig played regularly for the School Chess Team, and there has been a recent craze in the House for playing Chess. May I also take this opportunity of thanking Mr. Hubbard for the firm, but relaxed and friendly way in which he runs the House, and for all he does to look after us. R.E.C. Easter At the beginning of the term the House was delighted with the news that Richard Craig had gained a place at St. John's College, Cambridge, to read Mathematics, and an English Speaking Union Scholarship to the U.S.A. Roderick Craig was appointed as House Captain. The highlight of this term must surely have been the House Play. The performance, though a little raw, was hilarious and put over with much enthusiasm—who can ever forget the sigh tof Russell Mainds (in drag as ever) falling backwards over his chair and two hairy Scottish legs flailing in the air, bedecked with high heels and Queen's House socks. The House owes a lot to the endeavour and organisational powers of our producer, Jill Gillett—who received her House colours for all the effort she put in. The House showed less enthusiasm for the Senior Cross-Country Run— but the Juniors put on a fine team display to win the Junior event: notable here was excellent running by Nick England, and those not normally associated with the event who kept out other Houses from key positions. Our thanks to James Brown for organising both events. The Juniors also produced a spirited display in the House Rugby and were unlucky to be beaten—they were trained by Nick Squire and Mike Johnston. Mike was also our only representative in the 1st XI Hockey Team—and for his many and varied activities in School and House he was awarded his House Colours at the end of term. Summer term saw the arrival of a new rowing coach—Mr. Wootton. Out of a top squad of eight rowers Queen's produced five: Paul McCarter (who was also Captain of Boats), Nick Squire, Andrew Leckenby, John Howie and Roderick Craig. Mike Johnston was our only representative in the 1st XI Cricket Team. 71

Again Mike was very active—organising the House Cricket (I am not allowed to mention the Senior Team). However, the Juniors again produced a great team effort beating a strong Dronfield team and losing very narrowly to Manor. Special mention must be made of the skilled performance of Captain Jonathan Atkinson. The swimming competition showed the House working as a team, perhaps only lacking depth among the IIIrd form, and we were narrowly squeezed into second position by Manor. In School terms the House boasted Roderick Barron as Captain, but as in the Water Polo we sadly missed Nick Adams and we did not achieve what we, perhaps, expected in the House Competition. In the Ladies Tennis Katharine Denison and Katherine Morcom came a creditable second. The Housing Rowing Competition had not taken place at the time of writing—but under the watchful eyes of Paul McCarter and Andrew Leckenby the Junior IV has a fair chance, and the Senior IV an excellent chance of winning. Throughout both terms the House has performed extremely well in Choir, Orchestra and School Plays, especially 'Horace' and 'Romeo and Juliet', in which Kit Bird had the starring role as Romeo. The Waine Awards Concert was almost a Queen's benefit evening as so many of the performers and so much of the organisation was by members of the House. I would like to thank Mr. Hubbard and fellow monitors for all the time and effort they have put in since January; and I am sure the rest of the House would wish the Middle VIth and Vth Form who are leaving the best of luck for the future. I would especially like to thank Mr. Roberts who, although he has only been Assistant Housemaster for a year, has settled into the atmosphere of Queen's House with warmth and understanding—a ready source of friendship and help—we all wish him luck with his future career in Cheshire. R.M. C.

THE RISE John Ellison was appointed Head of House at the beginning of the new School year. The term started very encouragingly with the winning of the Athletic standards, which reflected the effort put in by the whole House. On Sports Day, the House was a very close second in the Athletics Cup. Individual winners were Charles Burdass, John Ellison, Timothy Hills and Nigel Clayton, with wins also for the Senior and Junior relay teams. A special mention must go to Jonathan Drinkwater for his dedication and inspiration as House Athletics captain. In the Rugby, the Senior House team reached the final and drew 6-6 with Manor. After easy games against Grove and Dronfield, the team failed to make full use of its five 1st XV players in the final. In chapel, Julian Wilson, with the help of a number of readers, took a week of services. At the end of term, Senior House colours were awarded to Jonathan Drinkwater, Cliff Irwin, John McGrath and Tim Stephenson. J.F.E. 72

Easter We arrived back after the holiday to the news that John Ellison had been selected to play for the Yorkshire Under 19 XV. A fine achievement, but John was not content with this and went on to play for the North of England and the England Schoolboys. John Ellison was appointed Head of School and Julian Wilson took over as Head of House. The Rise was well represented in the School Hockey teams, with six members of the 1st XI, John Ellison (Captain), Charles and Peter Burdass, John McGrath, Chris Rymer and Julian Wilson. Jonathan Shirtcliffe played for the and XI. Rugby continued for the Under 15s and 14s and the Rise Junior XV, captained by Richard Bell, played with great spirit to reach the final, in which they drew 4-4 with Manor. In the Cross-Country the Rise excelled, keeping the Team Cup for the second consecutive year. Special mention must go to Peter Burdass, who won the race and with it the Goodburn Cup, and Jonathan Drinkwater, who was third. In the Junior event, the Rise came second. Tim Hills was second, Gary Wright fifth and Shaun Gorman eighth. The Rise did well to win the Inter-House Swimming Standards and to come third in the Swimming Gala, under the captaincy of Neil Shuttleworth. In a five-a-side Football Competition the Rise, captained by Julian Wilson, won the trophy that evaded us during the last two years. Under the captaincy of Marcus Tyson, the Rise won the Water Polo Cup, beating Dronfield convincingly in the final. The Rise also won the Senior and Junior Squash Cups, under the captaincy of Peter Burdass. Special mention goes to Shaun Gorman for playing in both teams. To end the term, the Rise finished with another first, this time in the House Art Exhibition under the supervision of Jonathan Drinkwater.

Summer The Rise won both Cricket Cups. In the final the Senior XI defeated Dronfield in a close battle. Charles Burdass, the captain, made 67 and Richard Lister 41, the wickets were shared by John Ellison and Chris Rymer. In the Junior final we had an easy victory over the Manor. The team was captained by James O'Farrell and there were excellent performances from Patrick Burdass, Shaun Gorman and David Thomas. Charles Burdass, John Ellison and Patrick Burdass (who was a Junior) represented the School 1st XI and Richard Lister and Julian Wilson played for the and XI. In the pool, Neil Shuttleworth, Marcus Tyson, Nigel Harness and Tim Hills represented the School regularly. Marcus Tyson also captained the School Water Polo team with Cliff Irwin, Charles Burdass and Marc Gee members of the team. The House Tennis team, captained by Peter Burdass, unfortunately lost in the first round to the Grove. With the string of victories in many sports, it was no surprise that the Rise won the Oxford Cup. Robert Hall and Julian Wilson represented the House in the Poetry and Folk evening. John McGrath was a major contributor to 'The Rise and Fall of the Atom'. Craig Lawrence and James O'Farrell had parts in 'Romeo and Juliet'. 73

As the term comes to a close, I would like to wish good luck to all the leavers and also to wish John Ellison 'bon voyage' on his trip to Australia and New Zealand to play rugby for England. I must also thank Mr. and Mrs. Kirby, Mr. Armstrong, Mr. Bulcock and the monitors for their help and kindness during the year. It has been a successful year for the Rise with the House spirit as high as ever; long may it continue. J.P.W.

SCHOOL HOUSE Autumn The house underwent a major facelift during the summer and we returned to find the place looking at its best. This change was completed by a different administration with the arrival of Mr. Daniel, Mr. Hughes and Mr. Owen-Barrett, and the House quickly settled down. Perhaps it was just a good omen, or maybe the success that the house had long awaited, but Sports Day saw a fine start to the new-look house with several outstanding performances culminating in the house lifting the Athletics Shield for the first time in living memory. Stewart Andrews was a fine captain and credit must be given to Andrew Kershaw, who broke the Intermediate javelin record, and Richard Iveson, whose impeccable display was the backbone of the overall victory. Jeremy Storey also produced great form in winning the 3,000 metres trophy in a strong field. The House also achieved 3rd place in the Athletics standards. The Senior Rugby team was one of the strongest the House has had for some time, but did not live up to expectations, comfortably beating Temple 23—o in the first round, but losing in the semi-final to Manor. On a School front, the House showed good all-round Rugby representation, a total of 3o House players representing the School in all teams, Fraser Topham being the outstanding player of the U.I4 side. The term saw Paul Greenwood as our new Head of House, and Simon Goodwin became the House's second School Monitor later in the term. Although the House entertainments evening never took place, it would be unfair to ignore the contribution and work of Babak Saber, who prepared a sound House performance in a rendering of the 'Hippopotamus Song' and various songs played by himself on flute with Andrew Reed on guitar, and it was unfortunate that his effort was not realised. The House gained its usual crop of School rugby colours : Ian Hindhaugh and John Healey for the ist XV, Paul Greenwood, Stewart Andrews, David Bird and David Hinchliffe for the and XV and Richard Iveson, Andrew Kershaw, Lindsay McDonald and Ian Beaumont for the U16 colts. Spring The term began with the happy news that John Healey had gained an Exhibition to Oxford University. We wish him well for the future. The House welcomed two new members, Rachel Smith and Judith Plimmer, lately of Temple, who soon settled in as the first female members of School House. A marked increase of activity was subsequently noted around the vicinity of study nine! 74

The general knowledge test produced several good results within the House, David Hinchliffe achieving the second highest score in the School of 1504 and Lindsay McDonald coming top of his particular form. We achieved further success on the sporting front with the victory of the Junior Water Polo team who won the competition without conceding a goal. The highly-fancied Senior team went out in the semi-finals to the eventual winners, Rise. The House Senior Squash team also pulled out a fine performance. Under the captaincy of Rachel Smith they reached the final without a School player in the team, losing eventually to the favourites, Rise. The Junior Rugby team, defending the cup, were narrowly beaten, again by Rise by 4—o in the first round. They gave a spirited performance, however, and were unlucky not to progress further in the competition. The House Five-a-side Football team lived up to their promise and were in contention for the title right up to the last match. By coming second, however, they achieved the best House performance for some years and credit must be given for the enterprising captaincy of Simon Goodwin, who often inspired the team in adversity. The new float rugby option found good support in the House, Stewart Andrews being made captain and Simon Goodwin, Jeremy Storey and David Hinchliffe also playing for the team. The House Swimming effort went well under Paul Greenwood, who was re-awarded his School colours. We came fourth in the end, a creditable performance in view of setbacks in the final weeks dur to injuries. On the hockey field Nigel Chapman was a regular member of the ist XI, and Ian Reeve, a regular 2nd XI member, also played occasionally for the 1st team. Howard Bilton also played for the seconds and Richard Chapman and Lindsay McDonald for the Colts team. For the first time in several years the House failed to put on a play, although Ian Reeve, Rachel Smith, Richard Barrett, Duncan Fallow and Barney Skrentny must be recognised for their effort in this field. David Hinchliffe appeared in the School production of 'Horace' and Tony Miller followed up his performance in 'The Yeomen of the Guard' with contributions backstage to other House plays. In the Senior and Junior long runs the House produced a few creditable personal performances, although team positions of 6th and 4th respectively were a little disappointing. Paul Moayyedi and Ian Hindhaugh came 4th and 7th in the Senior run and Nick Linton 7th in the Junior. Summer Duncan Fallow, Ian Hindhaugh, Andrew Kershaw and Graeme Thornberry gained Water Polo Colours. Paul Greenwood was awarded Swimming Colours. The House Tennis team, captained by Andrew Kershaw, got to the final of the competition and lost by the narrowest possible margin of 14-12. Andrew Kershaw and Howard Bilton played for the School 1st VI and got their colours and Graeme Thornberry and John Ludley played for the znd VI. The Table Tennis team, captained by Simon Goodwin, put up a brave fight, but were clearly outclassed and went out in the first round to Temple. 75

On the cricket field the House met with little success, losing in the first round to Grove in the Senior competition and to Rise in the Junior one. Ian Hindhaugh and Nigel Chapman played for the 1st XI, gaining their colours. Ian retained half the Fielding cup. Richard Brown gained and XI colours. The tit5s were represented by Richard Dibb and Jonathan Jones, and the U14s by Clive Bradley, Mark Adeney, Nick Linton, Andrew Forman, Barney Skrentny, Chris Shaw and James Muirhead. Clearly we look to the junior end of the House for future strength in this field. The Boat Club was also well represented in the House, David Bird and James Paterson being awarded their colours. The House also assembled two good crews for the inter-house competition. Andrew Prescott won the Junior Sculling; and the House reached the final of Junior IVs. David Bird was `most improved' oarsman and James Paterson won the Coxswains' Cup. The House shooting team did well, coming fourth overall. James Binns, the House representative, got to the final of the falling plate competition, Nick Hall getting to the semi-final of the same. In the overall result, Nick Hall was sixth and James Binns eighth. The House contributed to the poetry and folk evening through the poetry of David Hinchliffe and Mr. Hughes, and the music of Babak Saber and Andrew Reed, making up for the failure of the House entertainments evening. Academically, the House picked up six prizes, James Muirhead and Clive Bradley gaining form prizes, Tony Miller getting an Atkinson memorial prize for his dramatic contributions, Barney Skrentny winning the Third form essay prize, Jeremy Storey winning a Maths and Science prize and Andrew Prescott a handicrafts prize. Paul Moayyedi won a Sixth form scholarship in addition to this. House colours were awarded towards the end of term to Paul Greenwood and Stewart Andrews, for all-round contributions to the life of the House, and Junior colours to Paul Moayyedi for contributions in athletics, work and chess to both School and House. Paul, the School chess captain, led the House team of Jeremy Storey, Andrew Figge, Howard Bilton and Babak Saber (and himself, of course) to victory in the House final against Queen's and won the York individual LIi8 competition. The House has had a successful year and we look to the long continuation of this in the future. Thanks must also go to Paul Greenwood as a versatile Head of House and we wish the best of luck to all our number who are leaving this term. D.R.H.

TEMPLE Autumn The Head of House, S. C. Wetherell, and P. W. S. De Silva, another School Monitor, remained to take the Cambridge Scholarship Examination and we congratulate them most warmly, the one on being elected a Scholar of St. Catharine's College, to read Medicine, the latter an Exhibitioner of Trinity College, to read Mathematics. As expected we could not match the high standard of Athletics of the past two years on Sports Day. However, we had a much improved per76

formance in the Athletic Standards, coming a close second to the winners. Congratulations are due to A. B. Tuck, winner of the Emsley Cup for the 1,5oo m. event, J. N. W. Hare, Senior Discus and Shot, R. K. Knocker, Junior Long Jump, and M. Pearson, the Junior Cricket Ball. On Speech Day, P. W. S. De Silva, S. M. Burn, A. D. M. Barrell, H. R. B. Pease and D. M. Noyes were awarded prizes. In the Senior Rugby competition we were handicapped by losing the majority of last year's players; however, the team, consisting of a lot of nonrugby players, managed a very creditable performance, which was not reflected in the final score, and certainly dominated the forward play, especially in the set scrums. The House provided several guardsmen, C. J. Drury, 0. J. Bird, J. C. Neal and J. R. C. Taylor in a very polished and enjoyable production of `The Yeomen of the Guard'. Once again in the common rooms there were some closely fought internal competitions, A. D. G. Carder-Geddes winning the snooker and R. K. Knocker the table tennis. At the end of term J. N. W. Hare was appointed Head of House. Easter The Junior Rugby team easily won their first round match 34—o against Queen's. They were unfortunate to be knocked out in the semi-finals by Manor 14-17, where a lack of concentration in the second half lost them the lead and despite continued pressure in the closing minutes they could not recapture it. The chess team failed to reach its potential and lost in the and round to Queen's 7—o. The internal chess competition was most successfully organised by A. D. M. Barrell and won by M. A. Raheem, who perhaps had a lucky draw. The competition gave a great deal of pleasure to many and we are grateful to Barrell. In squash A. B. Tuck represented the School as a member of the first V and D. F. Bough played in the U14 team.

The five-a-side football team had its good and bad days, but it was noted for hard defensive tackling by one member and the occasional hot shot from the captain, N. W. Whatmoor. The team finished fourth in the merit table'

Congratulations to A. B. Tuck, who was second and F. S. Newitt, who was fifth in the Senior Long Run. Temple finished overall a respectable second in the Seniors but last in the Juniors.

In the Swimming Gala the House tied for last place. P. J. Atkinson and D. F. Bough in the U14 group finished first in Butterfly and second in Breast-stroke respectively, while R. K. Knocker was second in U15 Breaststroke. In the Water Polo competitions the Juniors reached the final and were beaten 4—o by School; the Seniors were knocked out in the first round by Dronfield t—o.

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work, sadly, was only from members of the MVI Bridget Gray, J. N. W. Hare, N. J. Jemmett and H. R. B. Pease. 77

Summer The Senior cricket team had a comfortable first round win against Manor, in which J. R. Dodman scored 16o not out, and Manor lost all ro wickets for 159. But against the 1st XI attack of Dronfield the story was different. D. M. Noyes made 46 of our total of 87 in the allotted overs. In reply Dronfield scored them for the loss of 5 wickets, but not without some excitement when their first four batsmen were dismissed for 34. However, an inexplicable change of bowling let them off the hook. The Junior cricket team looked strong on paper, as six of the players represented School teams. Grove disposed of our total of r 11 without the loss of a wicket. The Fencing Team won the House Cup, and many individual trophies, thanks to the efforts of S. H. Giddings, C. J. Drury, and the captain, J. E. Moore. The Table Tennis team lost in the final to Grove, at a time in the term when all our players were not present. In Tennis we had a lady captain, Louise Anderton, for the first time. But there any record ceases. Academic prizes were won by several members of the House and we congratulate them on maintaining a high standard of work. J.N.W.H.

ATHLETICS The standards competition was again upset by only 49% of the total grades possible being recorded. In virtually all events just to take part would secure a grade, however small. A special mention must go to Andrew Copley, of Queen's, who achieved an overall score of 51 pts. out of 55 for his age group in events ranging from the long distance races, through the short sprints, the throws and the jumps. This achievement is unlikely to be equalled let alone bettered. The average per boy in each House was as follows:— 21.317 1. Rise Winners of the Athletic Standards Competition 21.196 2. Temple 19.8 3. Queen's 18.4 4. School 13.7 5. Manor 13.5 6. Dronfield 12.4 7. Grove Sports' Day provided us with one of the closest finishes on record. Some eight new School records were set. Senior Age Group 11.6 secs. 24.0 secs. 53.3 secs. 2 min. 8.8 secs. 4 min. 38.9 secs. 10 min 10.8 secs. 5.65 metres 1.60 metres 12.28 metres 30.40 metres 36.45 metres 1 min. 41.6 secs.

100 metres—C. Burdass (Rise) 200 metres—C. Burdass (Rise) 400 metres—J. Ellison (Rise) 800 metres—J. Ellison (Rise) 1500 metres—A. Tuck (Temple) 3000 metres—J. Storey (School) Long Jump—J. Drinkwater (Rise) High Jump—J. Ellison (Rise) Shot Putt—N. Hare* (Temple) Discus—N. Hare (Temple) Javelin—P. Johnson (Dronfield) Relay: 4 x 200 metres—The Rise 78

Intermediate Age Group 100 metres-R. Iveson (School) 200 metres-R. Iveson (School) 400 metres-C. Walker (Dronfield) 800 metres-P. Moayyedi (School) 1500 metres-D. Macfarlane (Queen's) 300 metres-P. Moayyedi* (School) Long Jump-R. Iveson (School) High Jump-A. Blacker (Queen's) Shot Putt-A. Kershaw (School) Discus-A. Copley* (Queen's) Javelin-A. Kershaw* (School) Relay: 4 x 200 metres-School* Junior Age Group 100 metres-G. Lomas (Manor) 200 metres-N. Clayton (Rise) 400 metres-F. Craig (Queen's) 800 metres-G. Lomas* (Manor) 1500 metres-T. Hills* (Rise) Long Jump-R. Knocker (Temple) High Jump-J. Atkinson (Queen's) Cricket Ball-M. Pearson* (Temple) Relay: 4 x 100 metres-The Rise * New School records. INTER-HOUSE ATHLETIC SHIELD 871 1. School 86 2. Rise 69 3. Queen's 60 4. Temple 37 5. Dronfield 6. Manor 23 7. Grove

11.8 secs. 25.0 secs. 57.3 secs. 2 min. 12.2 secs. 4 min. 42.9 secs. 10 min. 8.5 secs. 5.34 metres 1.55 metres 10.91 metres 30.80 metres 41.55 secs. 1 min. 44.0 secs. 12.6 secs. 26.5 secs. 62.0 secs. 2 min. 15.2 secs. 4 min 52.3 secs. 4.94 metres 1.37 metres 70.80 metres 54.0 secs.

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CROSS COUNTRY The spring term weather took its toll yet again on the Clifton Ings. As the ground was badly flooded for so long both the Senior and Junior Cross

Country competitions had to be run over a new course, bounded by the two bridges-Scarborough and Clifton. On a clear but windy day the Rise took the senior competition, yet again, by storm! TEAM SCORES RESULTS

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Burdass P. (Rise) Tuck, A. (Temple) Drinkwater, J. (Rise) Moayyedi, P. (School) Newitt, F. (Temple) Macfarlane, D. (Queen's) Hindhaugh, I. (School) Ellison, J. (Rise) Hitchenor, A. (Rise) Kerr, M. (Grove)

Rise Temple Queen's School Grove Manor Dronfield

67 102 120 129 133 167 217

Due to the course change, eight runners only per House were able to run in the Junior Long Run. A fine battle to lead the race took place between Tim Hills of the Rise and Gregory Lomas of the Manor, with the latter managing to overcome the former, who was handicapped by the previous day's arduous School cross country team's commitments. 79

RESULTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

TEAM SCORES

Lomas, G. (Manor) Hills, T. (R) Copley, A. (Queen's) England, N. (Queen's) Wright, G. (Rise) Clarkson, K. (Queen's) Linton, N. (2chool) Gorman, S. (Rise) Worner, M. (Grove) Saville (Queen's)

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Queen's Rise Manor School Grove Dronfield Temple

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SWIMMING The season started off well with a clean sweep from under thirteen through to Senior level in the York Schools' Championships. The Relays Rose Bowl was also kept with the School. From this Kevin Clarkson (Queen's), Kevin Clarkson (Manor) and Ian Hindhaugh (School) went on to represent the city in the District Finals with both Clarkson boys being picked for the inter-division gala. The summer term began with our quadrangular against Barnard Castle, Bolton and Bootham Schools. Apart from the illness of Charles Walker, our under sixteen team captain, the competition went well for us with Kevin Clarkson (Queen's) creating a new School record for the under fifteen too yards Freestyle. We ended up a close third behind Bolton with Barnard Castle winning with some ease. The John Parry Relays, which were held at St. Peter's this year, seemed to be a success. A special vote of thanks must go to the external officials who ran the competition, giving up their time to help us, despite a fully committed summer of officiating at other swimming competitions. The senior relays squads did not reach the finals but managed to set a new freestyle record—beating the 1971 record set then by an unbeaten team. The Colts squad manage to get into the freestyle final, which proved to be a good omen for future matches. We then went to Leeds Grammar for a most enjoyable match at all age groups in which we were able to participate at each level except the under fourteen group. We won the match overall with the under fourteen freestyle relay squad setting a new School record in the 4 x 5o yards. The match against Durham saw some very fast swimming as preparation for the Public School Relays was well under way. Durham won by some fifteen points with some very experienced individuals. Paul Greenwood (School) set a new roo yards Breast Stroke record for the senior age group and both Senior Relay squads set new records in the Medley and Freestyle 4 x 5o yards. In London at the Public Schools Relays, both teams swam well and produced the fastest times yet since winning the events in 1972. The next age group match against Pocklington saw a comfortable win in the end, by winning all but one of the relays, yet Pocklington were able to win five of the twelve individual events. In this match Mark Burdon set a new under fourteen 5o yards Breast Stroke record. We next travelled to Ampleforth for a most pleasant fixture against them and Bootham at under fifteen and Senior age group levels. A special commendation is due here to the under fifteen team, who were able to 'keep our heads above water' sufficiently to win the 80

very close match overall. We also travelled down to Worksop for a comfortable win with credit this time going to the under sixteen senior colts, who obtained such an age group lead as to run away with the competition as the senior and under fourteen groups were equal on points. A very narrow result in our favour finished off the season against Ashville College at home, with new records for Charles Walker (Dronfield) in the under sixteen 5o yards Butterfly and Kevin Clarkson (Queen's) in the under sixteen and under fifteen too yards freestyle. All credit must go to the Senior Squad of Kevin Clarkson (Manor), Paul Greenwood (School), Marcus Tyson (Rise) and Neil Shuttleworth (Rise), who were the only swimmers to represent us at Senior level throughout the season. They have had to swim some 400 competitive lengths in about 85 races. A tremendous achievement from a very special group of people. Kevin Clarkson (Queen's) and Charles Walker (Dronfield) must also take credit for their commitment and achievements throughout the season. The following boys represented the School swimming club apart from the abovementioned individuals : N. Harness, B. Jones, R. Iveson, P. Close, I. Beaumont, G. Lomas, T. Hills, M. Heywood, A. Brown, A. Copley, M. Reed, N. Rivis, C. D. Johnson, D. Bough, M. Burdon, S. Colton, M. Haslam, J. M. Wetherell, J. Binns, and D. Macdonald. Officials of the club, without whose help the home galas could not take place, C. Hill, R. B. Hall, T. Stephenson, I. McLeish and D. Fallow.

UNDER 14 GROUP SWIMMING RECORDS 50 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Backstroke 100 yds I.M. 4 x 50 yds Medley 4 x 50 yds Freestyle

I. Hindhaugh 1976 M. Burdon 1979 D. Spencer 1971 C. J. Brown 1968 D. Spencer 1971 1979 1979

27.2 secs 35.1 30.6 30.5 68.6 1. 15.9 1. 56.0

UNDER 15 GROUP SWIMMING RECORDS 50 yds Freestyle 100 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breast Stroke 100 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Back Stroke 100 yds Back Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 100 yds I.M. 4 x 50 yds Medley 4 x 50 yds Freestyle

I. Hindhaugh 1977 K. M. Clarkson 1979 K. M. Clarkson 1979 M. R. McMahon 1971 C. J. Brown 1969 C. J. Brown 1967 M. Johnston 1977 D. Spencer 1972 1977 1976

25.2 secs 57.5 34.5 1.16.7 30.0 1. 3.5 28.8 1. 6.3 2. 6.1 1.45.7

UNDER 16 GROUP SWIMMING RECORDS 50 yds Freestyle 100 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breast Stroke 100 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Breast Stroke 100 yds Back Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 4 x 50 yds Medley 4 x 50 yds Freestyle

I. Hindhaugh 1977 K. M. Clarkson 1979 K. M. Clarkson 1979 P. Greenwood 1978 C. J. Brown 1969 C. J. Brown 1969 C. Walker 1979 1977 1976 81

25.2 secs 57.5 34.6 76.5 30.0 63.5 27.6 2. 1.7 1.45.7

SENIOR AGE GROUP SWIMMING RECORDS K. P. Clarkson 1979 23.5 secs 50 yds Freestyle K. R. Burns 1972 50.6 100 yds Freestyle 32.1 J. Pearson 1971 50 yds Breast Stroke 72.2 P. Greenwood 1979 100 yds Breast Stroke 27.0 C. J. Brown 1971 50 yds Breast Stroke C. J. Brown 1971 57.8 100 yds Back Stroke 27.1 N. Denison 1976 50 yds Butterfly 60.3 K. Burns 1972 100 yds I.M. 1.51.8 1979 4 x 50 yds Medley 1.43.0 4 x 50 yds Freestyle 1979 INTER-HOUSE GALA RESULTS Under Fourteen Group M. Burdon (Manor) In dividual Medley M. Burdon (Manor) 50 yds Freestyle M. Burdon (Manor) 50 yds Breast Stroke P. Atkinson (Temple) 50 yds Butterfly S. P. Burdass (Rise) 50 yds Back Stroke Manor Medley Relay School Freestyle Relay Individual Medley 50 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay Individual Medley 50 yds Freestyle 100 yds Freestyle 50 yds Breast Stroke 100 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Back Stroke 100 yds Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay * New School record. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

77.8 secs 29.5 38.1 34.8 35.0 63.7 54.7

Under Fifteen Group K. Clarkson (Queen's) K. Clarkson (Queen's) K. Clarkson* (Queen's) J. Atkinson (Queen's) R. J. Gair (Grove) Manor Queen's

68.4 secs 26.8 34.5 32.2 33.0 61.2 51.5

Senior Age Group M. Johnston (Queen's) K. Clarkson (Manor) K. Clarkson (Manor) J. Brown (Queen's) P. Greenwood (School) M. Johnston (Queen's) I. Hindhaugh (School) I. Hindhaugh (School) Queen's Rise*

65.0 secs 24.6 56.0 35.2 74.1 27.8 28.8 69.2 56.3 47.9

FINAL SCORES 86k Manor (Winners of Inter-house Swimming Gala) Queen's 681 Rise 56 School 31k Dronfield 201 Grove 19k Temple

INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING STANDARDS Totals and Results 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Rise School Queens Temple Manor Dronfield Grove

Average of 8.18 per stroke Average of 7.02 per stroke Average of 6.51 per stroke Average of 6.41 per stroke Average of 6.37 per stroke Average of 5.51 per stroke Average of 5.48 per stroke

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Those boys who achieved an average of II or more, out of a possible a points over each stroke, putting them in the top 8% for their age groups the country. 11 K. Clarkson (Queen's) 11 C. Walker (Dronfield) 11 A. Forman (School) 11 J. Binns (School) 11.2 P. Atkinson (Temple) 11 D. Bough (Temple) 11.5 S. Colton (School) 11.5 M. Burdon (Manor) 12 C. D. Johnson (Temple) This is an increase of over 5o% on the last competition held in 1977. J.A.0-B.

RUGBY FIRST XV In winning all of their normal School matches, the 1st XV have not only recorded one of the best rugby seasons in the history of the School, but have also far surpassed the average number of tries per game, scoring sixty-one tries and only conceding eight in fourteen inter-school matches, with only two of the regular XV failing to score. Such numerical information illustrates the tremendous all-round scoring potential of the side. Forwards, in addition to being dominant in set pieces, were good ball handlers with exceptional ability in open play. Their positional versatility, which allowed locks to prop or act effectively in the back row and Rankers who could become more than adequate substitutes in the threequarters, meant that even with two or three regular players injured the side could still function smoothly. The backs, with such plentiful possession going forward, could hardly fail to make effective raids on the opposition's line. Like the forwards, their versatility kept the unit 'in full throttle' even when under strength. The efficiency of the unit had much to do with the conversion of two former scrum halves into a very sound inside centre and a fine attacking full back. Although the side's high scoring potential was anticipated, their excellent defensive record was less predictable. The pedigree of the backs regarding their defensive qualities did not fill one with extreme optimism but those who had weaknesses worked hard during the early part of the season to improve their tackling, none more so than Kevin Clarkson and Richard Collingwood-Gittins. The overriding factor, however, was the superb covering of the forwards and in particular the back row, where John Ellison, the number eight and captain, was outstanding In what is an intensive term of rugby, winning sides are a product of more than physical ability and skill. The character of the team played such an important role when 'the chips were down'. Against Ampleforth and Bradford, the School were behind in the first half but finished well on top. Against Durham, after a confident start which produced thirteen points in almost as many minutes, the opposition staged a tremendous fight-back to level the scores midway through the second half before the School took control again in the last quarter. These results were gained through a total commitment by the team for the full game. They worked hard for each other, and were never prepared to 83

accept defeat. Such is the nature of the game of rugby that these positive characteristics are allowed to express themselves so obviously and naturally success gained through honest endeavour is therefore more satisfying. In the first match of the season, an experimental XV faced a strong pack brought by the retiring captain, Martin Gargan. The opposition gained the major share of set piece possession but the School defended well, the only try against them being a push over try in the corner which Julian Hughes was unable to convert, although he was in fine kicking form, converting three long range penalties. The next match against Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts saw the School move together and with ample possession from the set and loose play they ran out comfortable winners. In the first inter-school match, the School had an easy victory against an inexperienced Silcoates side. The power of the forwards was soon evident in the scrum, where the opposition were driven back with ease and the backs subsequently well supplied with good ball. Of the eight tries scored, four were scored by the forwards with the props, Nicholas Hare and Paul Johnson, being in support to score one each. One try in particular stood out, being typical of many tries scored throughout the term. It was the culmination of a three-quarter movement which was maintained by interpassing amongst the forwards, who then linked up again with the backs to score under the posts. The high scoring of the first match was maintained against Woodhouse Grove, although play midway through the second half became disjointed when the School were reduced to thirteen men because of injury. A similar pattern was exhibited against Barnard Castle, when after a disjointed start the School found their rhythm to win comfortably by 28-6. Against the previously unbeaten Ashville side, the School were forced to make positional changes. Marcus Tyson exhibited his strength by performing admirably as a stand-in prop and along with Nicholas Hare provided a solid platform for Cliff Irwin, the hooker, to monopolise the scrums. With John Ellison again dominating the line-outs and the back stifling Ashville's attacks by their quick tackling, the School were in command until late in the game when slackness in defence allowed Ashville to reply with a quickly taken short penalty which resulted in a try. The last match before half term against Denstone was expected to be a closer affair, but the School had little difficulty in recording their fifth win in a row. The first half was generally of a scrappy nature with a try by Julian Guy created by a counter-attack by John Healey, and a quickly taken dropped goal by Charles Burdass being the only scores. Although the second half was of a better standard with tries by Keith Miller and Charles Burdass, the School did not show the sparkle of previous games. Half-term was devoted to a tour of East Anglia. In the first match, an understrength, reorganised side were surprised by the power of the Royal Hospital School's pack. Too many positional changes in the backs, coupled with the opposition's pressure, meant that the School rarely mounted any effective raids which had continuity. Charles Burdass for once was off form with his goal kicking and several potential scoring chances were wasted. Late in the game the opposition scored after a kick ahead produced an awkward bounce which caught the School's defence flat-footed. It was one of those games when nothing went right. 84

Against Colchester R.G.S. the following day, the School's reorganised side sustained considerable early pressure from R.G.S.'s three-quarters. After trailing by a penalty and losing Charles Burdass, the fly half, the side showed tremendous spirit and determination to fight back and win in the closing stages of a gruelling game played on a bone hard surface. The final match of the tour against Stowmarket H.S. resulted in a comfortable 41-0 victory against inexperienced opposition. The game was undistinguished and reflected the tiredness of the party, being the third game in three days. A few days' rest after the tour was not only welcome but necessary in order that minor injuries caused largely by the extremely hard grounds could recover before embarking on the hardest part of the season. The game against King's, Pontefract, was very much a tale of the power and possession gained by the School's pack depriving the inventive Pontefract's backs from gaining the ascendency for most of the game, although periodic lapses of concentration let them in for two tries late in the game. The School should have won by a more convincing margin but the backs were guilty of selfish play at times. The following Saturday proved to be the high point of the season when for the first time since 1962 the School beat Ampleforth on their own ground. The School defended well in the first half playing uphill but lacked cohesion in attack. The only score in the first half was a well taken penalty goal by Ampleforth. In the second half the School's pack gained superiority and kept Ampleforth under pressure for the rest of the game. The lead was taken when John Healey kicked ahead after a poor defensive kick by Ampleforth which John Ellison touched down. Further pressure resulted in a line-out near Ampleforth's line from which Mike Johnson jinked over to score in the corner. The final try by Marcus Tyson again in the corner was from a well executed rolling peel following another line-out. Four days later, the School travelled to Bradford and found themselves 3-4 down at half-time. The second half was played in a torrential storm, and with the Bradford defence standing firm the School were unable to take the lead until the last quarter of the game. After a peel from the back of a line-out, the ball was spun along the three-quarter line, and from the ensuing ruck Rod Craig picked up to score. The result was put beyond doubt in the closing minutes when Kevin Clarkson with great precision kicked ahead and outpaced the defence to score in the corner. Considering the atrocious conditions both sets of backs displayed a high level of skill. Three days later, the School faced their old rivals, Durham, in what turned out to be one of the most exciting, nail-biting matches of the season. The School got off to a superb start and built up a 13-point lead in almost as many minutes with a penalty goal from the half-way line by Charles Burdass and tries by John Ellison and Ian Hindhaugh. Complacency, coupled with a very spirited fight-back by Durham, saw the scores level with fifteen minutes to go. By this stage of the game Durham looked in command, but the School rallied, regained control and took the lead with another fine penalty kick by Charles Burdass. These last three matches, played in a period of eight days, were without doubt the most testing part of the season. Everything else to follow was, by comparison, easier.

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The next match at Worksop, played on a slightly frosted surface, produced an emphatic 38-3 victory. After a ragged start, the School slipped into top gear to score twenty-five points in twenty minutes, with Richard CollingwoodGittins being set up for his first try of the season! Unfortunately, the second half was far below the standard of the first half and the only additions to the score were two unconverted tries. The following Saturday, the match against Pocklington had to be cancelled because of frost which left Giggleswick as the last School match. The opposition defended spiritedly but the power of the pack and the direct running of the backs produced a regular supply of points. As the game progressed and the School got more dominant, over-confidence and lack of concentration, coupled with over-elaboration, meant that several scoring opportunities were squandered. However, the game was unique in that all the eight tries were scored by the backs with Julian Guy contributing half of them. The final match of the season was played against a strong Old Peterites side. The O.P. backs initially were given too much room in which to move with Toby Thomas and Bill Cloughton showing considerable penetration, but the defence as usual held firm. The School gradually gained supremacy and an early penalty goal by Charles Burdass was followed by two well taken tries by Julian Wilson and Marcus Tyson. In the closing stages of the game, the O.P.s made a spirited rally and were stopped short of the line on several occasions until eventually Toby Thomas deservedly scored with Julian Hughes converting from near the touch line. During the Christmas vacation, Nicholas Hare, Charles Burdass and John Ellison attended Yorkshire Under 19 Schoolboys' trials. Nicholas and Charles made the semi-final trials, the former in the opinion of many being unlucky not to make further progress. John Ellison made the final trial and was selected as reserve for the first county match. He subsequently played in the remaining county matches, regional trials and for his country. Such are the vicissitudes of those involved in trials! He played in all the three internationals, against Scotland when he scored a try, against France and against Wales. He was also selected for the England tour of Australasia which took place during July and August. Colours were awarded to: J. F. Ellison (Capt.),* J. N. W. Hare,* J. P. Wilson,* C. W. Burdass,* K. P. Clarkson,* M. J. Tyson,* J. Healey,* N. Squire, R. Collingwood-Gittins, J. Guy, P. E. Johnson, R. M. Craig, J. R. Markwick-Smith, I. D. Hindhaugh, K. Miller, M. W. Johnston, C. E. Irwin. (* Caps.) J.W.R.H.

MORRIS-Mc GRATH TROPHY 11 Not for the first time was this a difficult trophy to award. Numerous players were in contention, but the trophy was awarded to Julian Guy who, whilst always being a good defensive wing three-quarter, developed into a very constructive attacking winger. Not only did he frequently score tries but on many occasions he provided the continuity and perception for others to cross the line. J.W.R.H. 87

SECOND XV The season started off well with a series of four wins to bring us to halfterm riding on the crest of a wave. With the 1st XV playing so well the effort and commitment manufactured by the whole of Game One was a joy to be part of. As injuries occurred in the first XV more than adequate replacements were found from the second XV to ensure the smooth running and coordinated victories which stemmed from excellent personal performances of players playing above themselves when needed for the top team. It would be true to say that at least two-thirds of the second team members would have, under usual conditions, been automatic first-team material—such was the depth of talent for this season. Along with the very wet weather, and our toughest opponents of the fixture list, November found our light but mobile pack unable to cope with the grounds. We suffered from a spate of very narrow defeats but with the ground becoming firmer as the weather became colder we launched back on our winning streak up to the best match of the season against the Old Peterites. The following represented the team: P. Greenwood (Capt.),* N. Shuttleworth,* J. Andrews,* D. Hinchliffe,* D. J. Bird,* J. Gair,* T. Stephenson, G. Nettleton, M. E. Hall, I. G. Wilson, P. Burdass, J. Cooper, R. Barron, C. Bean, J. McGrath, A. Rowbottom, S. Goodwin, C. Butterworth. (*2nd XV colours.) J.0-B.

THIRD XV (`THE CLUB') The Club had mixed fortunes but proved to be a popular side with 33 Fifth or Sixth formers turning out in the eight games played. Of the four matches lost, two were narrow defeats against Fyling Hall 1st XV, one was the customary defeat by Ampleforth and the fourth was an unexpected defeat by Worksop. The opening matches produced three comfortable victories against Woodhouse Grove, Barnard Castle and Ashville. Forwards were generally in control and backs performed competently with John Cooper showing the most penetration. It was unfortunate, from the point of view of the record, that Fyling Hall 1st XV were a very good side and beat the School narrowly but deservedly on both occasions. In the match against Ampleforth, after an extremely poor start in which the School were twenty points down after only twelve minutes, the side clawed their way back into the game and an even contest then ensued with the backs, especially Anthony Rowbottom and John Howie, tackling superbly to contain the opposition's swift three-quarters. The match against Worksop was the least distinguished of the season. A hastily reorganised side never got to grips with the opposition and for once the general standard of the tackling was poor. The final match of the season, against Giggleswick, saw a strong side play some excellent rugby to dominate all aspects of play. David Topham scored two fine individual tries and the forwards created many scoring opportunities with good support play. Richard Craig and Andrew Taylor played in all the matches whilst Russell Mainds, the captain, along with Robert Webster, Jeremy Storey and 88

Timothy Coleman played in all but one. Several players could become useful members of the game, especially Simon Longthorp, whose solid forward play and determined mauling was outstanding. Many thanks are due to Mr. Roberts for the tremendous spirit he generated throughout the season; he will be a loss to the rugby in the School but we wish him every success in his new post both on and off the field. The team was selected from: Robert Webster, Andrew Taylor, Anthony Rowbottom, Anthony Pell, Charles Butterworth, John Taylor, Jeremy Storey, Simon Longthorp, John Watson, David Gardner, Michael Hall, Richard Craig, Mathew Quirke, Ian Wilson, Timothy Coleman, John Cooper, Beng Yeo, John Howie, Russell Mainds, Ian Reeve, George Bulman, Graeme Thornberry, Richard Brown, Anthony Dixon, Lindsay McDonald, Duncan Fallow, Simon Goodwin, Mark Lodge, David Topham, Ian Beaumont, Gary Lee, John McGrath, Roderick Barron. J.W.R.H.

SENIOR COLTS The Senior Colts returned to their winning ways again this season; with only one defeat by old rivals Ampleforth by the narrow margin of 9-3. The early matches produced many points, in fact 78, and Andrew Kershaw soon developed his try-scoring form. The match against Durham was perhaps the most exciting win: played in atrocious conditions, the team called upon all their determination and thanks to two fine tries by Andrew Kershaw and David Noyes, deserved their success. The victory over Hymer's College was not easy and was achieved only thanks to a final penalty by Christopher Stubbs, who in fact was a prolific scorer over the season with his boot. The final match was also a hard fought affair and the team had to work hard to hold a strong Worksop XV. Once again the sound tackling of the two centres, Stephen Kettlewell and Richard Lister, was called upon. Simon Webb was an enthusiastic captain, and perhaps Marc Gee was the most improved player. The important ball-winners, John Watson at hooker and Alistair Carder-Geddes in the line, also played an important part in a well balanced team; the members of which deserved their colours. L. R. P. McDonald, A. H. Kershaw, R. W. Lister, T. S. Kettlewell, A. J. Pell, C. J. Stubbs, D. M. Noyes, J. N. D. Brierley, J. D. F. Watson, P. R. J. Ibbotson, A. D. G. Carter-Geddes, M. I. Sellers, M. C. S. Gee, R. H. Iveson, S. W. C. Webb. B.A.

UNDER x5 COLTS 'A' XV The story of this season is, in many ways, similar to that of last year. The defence was sound but there was a general lack of initiative in attack. Only the captain, Richard Knocker, looked capable of breaking through with any regularity. There was, however, a definite improvement in performance as the season progressed. A disappointing start, with defeats by Woodhouse Grove, Barnard Castle and Ashville, led to good wins against Durham and Worksop. The spirit of the side changed gradually from pessimism to cautious

optimism. The forwards worked well in both set-scrums and line-outs, hooker Russell Broadbent and jumpers Richard Dibb and John Farrow doing their 89

jobs consistently well. The pack was still far too slow around the field and accordingly won little second phase ball. John Pulleyn was outstanding at prop and Craig Lawrence and Andrew Gibson were the two most improved players in the side. Richard Bell took over the scrum half job half way through the season and although his service was short, he performed capably. He combined well with the back row to swallow any attacks round the base of the scrum. Richard Knocker was outstanding at stand-off and was by far the top scorer in the side. He was supported well by Neil Harnby at inside centre. The backs were often confronted with stronger and faster opposition, tries conceded around the flanks accounted for defeats in the hands of Barnard Castle, Ashville and Ampleforth. Very little got through the middle though, a credit to the brave tackling of each member of the backs. Despite different combinations of centres and wings, they never looked like testing well organised opposition defences, indeed only three tries were scored by centres and full back in the season, the wingers getting none at all! The story of the season is one of good performances against strong opposition, where defence was sound, but unimaginative, often mediocre play against weaker sides, where the onus was on attack. If the members of the team can learn how to create chances for each other, support the ball carrier and link together as a team more, then the potential is there for a very fine side. Team: Atkinson, R. Smith, Copley, Harnby, N. Clayton, Knocker, Bell, Pulleyn, R. F. Broadbent, A. Gibson, Dibb, Farrow, Hills, A. P. McGrath, Lawrence. Also played: J. M. Hall, Dixon, Sweetman, Clarkson, Warrington. D.J.R.

UNDER 15 COLTS 'V' XV The team had a reasonable season, winning three and losing three of their matches. All too often, however, the team took fifteen to twenty minutes to get into their stride and conceded valuable points during this time. Once they had settled down the play improved accordingly. The commitment of the team was whole-hearted throughout the season and never was this commitment more evident than when the opposition were in the lead. The two most exhilarating matches to watch were, ironically, matches we lost. The first was against Nunthorpe when we lost by one point after a hard match in which neither side gave any quarter. The second was the match against Read's when, although faced by a superior team, the `B's played with courage and tenacity not evident previously. One of the unfortunate aspects of the season was the fact that all too often our opponents scored from our mistakes rather than through their attacking ability. The forwards provided the drive for the team and although the backs were generally strong in defence, they lacked penetration; attacks mounted on the enemy line were usually contained with comparative ease. On the positive side the team spirit was strong and undaunted in defeat. Another positive feature was the way in which the team worked together rather than playing as a number of individuals. 90

[ The following represented the team: Weekes, Warrington, C. Broadbent, F. Craig, R. Gair, Jacques, Hall, Neville, Williams, Bramley, A. C. Reed, A. J. N. Simpson, J. M. P. Jones, Willink, K. Clarkson, Lomas, R. Dixon, Lawrence, A. C. Gibson. R. C. G.D.

UNDER 14 COLTS 'A' XV The Under 14 Colts recorded one of the most successful seasons for many years. After an initial setback at Woodhouse Grove, when we were unable to convert plentiful possession into points, the team went from strength to strength. The basis of the success was a big but mobile pack— prop Fraser Topham and locks David Bough and Craig Gibson scored 17 tries between them! The handling ability, support and unselfishness of the forwards—exemplified by their remarkable performance at King's School, Pontefract, was a delight to watch on many occasions. The backs, with the exception of Patrick Burdass at scrum half, in general lacked penetration, but made up for this by being increasingly willing to vary their mode of attack, good handling and much improved discipline in defence. In the last five matches only Pocklington managed to cross our line. Indeed, over the season only 8 tries were scored against us, compared with the 43 we inflicted on our opponents. The Easter term was a frustrating non-event with only one match being played. This must be one of the most talented Under 14 Colts teams we have had in the School for many years—add to this their dedication and sheer enthusiasm and one is left looking to the future with eager anticipation. The regular team was A. G. Smith; A. Hameed, S. R. Gorman, J. A. S. Lee, A. M. Burdon; G. A. Wright, S. P. Burdass; F. J. Topham, T. OrangeBromehead, P. J. Atkinson, C. J. Gibson, D. F. Bough, D. A. Beaumont, R. J. Kettlewell, D. C. Johnson. In addition D. W. Thomas, J. L. Barrett and J. B. DeLittle can feel justifiably disappointed that they were unable to establish a regular place for themselves. I. J.A.

UNDER 14 COLTS XV Like their 'A' team colleagues, the Under 14 `B' team had an outstandingly successful season, their only loss being to Nunthorpe 'A' team. The team was rich in talent, providing competition and more than adequate replacements for the 'A' team. There can be little doubt that as these boys mature, many will occupy first and second XV places in years to come. The team was selected from: R. W. Turner, B. Skrentny, A. J. Stubbs, J. B. De Little, D. W. Thomas, T. C. K. Hyde, M. H. Adeney, N. Linton, N. Ramsden, J. R. Hopkinson, C. J. Ryder, T. Hunter, J. Binns, A. Chantry, C. A. Bradley, A. Forman, S. A. Cotton, J. L. Barrett. I . J. A. RESULTS First XV Wed. 20th Sept. Sat. 23rd Sept. Sat. 30th Sept. Wed. 4th Oct.

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Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Sat. 27th Oct. Tues. 24th Oct. Wed. 25th Oct. Thurs. 26th Oct. Sat. 4th Nov. Sat. 11th Nov. Wed. 15th Nov. Sat. 18th Nov. Wed. 29th Nov. Sat. 2nd Dec. Sat. 9th Dec. Wed. 13th Dec.

Barnard Castle (home) .. Ashville (away) .. Denstone (home) Royal Hospital School, Ipswich (away) Colchester R.G.S. (away) Stowmarket H.S. (away) King's Pontefract (home) Ampleforth (away) Bradford (away) Durham (home) Worksop (away) Pocklington (home) Giggleswick (home) Old Peterites (home)

Sat. 30th Sept. Wed. 4th Oct. Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Sat. 4th Nov. Sat. 1 1 th Nov. Wed. 15th Nov. Sat. 18th Nov. Wed. 29th Nov. Sat. 2nd Dec. Sat. 9th Dec. Wed. 13th Dec.

Second XV Silcoates (away) Woodhouse Grove (home) Barnard Castle (home) .. Ashville (home) .. King's Pontefract (home) Ampleforth (home) Bradford (away) Durham (home) Worksop (away) Pocklington (away) Giggleswick (away) Old Peterites (home)

Won 16 3 Won 20 13 Won 34 6 Won 20 12 Lost 7 14 Lost 6 8 Lost 0 8 Lost 3 15 Won 7 3 Cancelled Won 16 3 Lost 9 12

Wed. 4th Oct. Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Wed. 8th Nov. Sat. 11th Nov. Sat. 25th Nov. Wed. 29th Nov. Sat. 9th Dec.

Third XV Woodhouse Grove (home) Bardnard Castle (away) Ashville (away) Fyling Hall 1st XV (away) Amplefoith (home) .. Fyling Hall 1st XV (home) Worksop (away) Giggleswick (home) ..

Won Won Won Lost Lost Lost Lost Won

Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Wed. 1st Nov. Sat. 1 1 th Nov. Sat. 18th Nov. Wed. 22nd Nov. Wed. 29th Nov.

Wed. 11th Oct. Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Wed. 1st Nov. Sat. 4th Nov. Sat. 11th Nov. Sat. 18th Nov. Wed. 29th Nov. Sat. 2nd Dec. Wed. 28th Feb. Sat. 10th Mar.

Won 28 6 Won 23 7 Won 20 0 Lost 0 4 Won 10 6 Won 41 0 Won 27 10 Won 12 3 Won 11 4 Won 16 13 Won 38 Cancelled Won 44 0 Won 11 6

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Senior Colts Barnard Castle Ashville .. Nunthorpe Ampleforth Durham Hymers Worksop Pocklington

Won 11 3 Won 38 0 Won 29 6 Lost 3 9 Won 10 9 Won 13 12 Drew 7 7 Cancelled

Under 15 Colts 'A' XV Woodhouse Grove (away) .. Barnard Castle (away) .. Ashville (home) Silcoates (home) Pontefract (away) Ampleforth (away) Durham (home) Worksop (home) Giggleswick (away) Silcoates (away) Pocklington (away)

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Result F. A. Wed. 11th Oct. Wed. 18th Oct. Sat. 18th Nov. Wed. 22nd Nov. Wed. 6th Dec. Sat. 9th Dec.

Under 15 Colts 'B' XV Nunthorpe Grammar School .. Ashville .. Durham Hymers Read's Giggleswick

Wed. 1 1 th Oct. Sat. 14th Oct. Wed. 1st Nov. Sat. 4th Nov. Wed. 15th Nov. Wed. 29th Nov. Wed. 28th Feb. Wed. 14th Mar.

Under 14 Colts 'A' Results .. Woodhouse Grove (away) Barnard Castle (away) .. Silcoates (home) King's School, Pontefract (away) Durham (away) .. Worksop (home) Silcoates (away) Pocklington (home)

Wed. 1 1 th Oct. Wed. 1st Nov. Wed. 8th Nov. Wed. 15th Nov. Wed. 22nd Nov. Sat. 25th Nov. Wed. 6th Dec. Wed. 24th Jan. Sat. 27th Jan. Wed. 7th Feb. Sat. 17th Feb. Wed. 28th Feb.

Under 14 Colts 'B' XV Nunthorpe G.S. 'A' (home) Silcoates (home) Fyling Hall Jnrs. (away) Durham (away) .. Hymers (home) .. Fyling Hall Jnrs. (home) Read, Drax 'A' (away) .. .. Ampleforth (away) .. Pocklington (home) Hymers (away) .. Ashville (away) .. Silcoates (away)

18 19 Lost Won 19 12 Won 10 6 Won 14 4 8 24 Lost 3 20 Lost

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4 10 Lost Drew 8 8 Won 43 13 Won 50 0 Won 21 0 Won 11 0 Won 46 0 Won 24 8

4 42 Lost Won 54 0 Won 8 4 Won 24 6 Won 31 4 Won 14 8 Won 18 12 Cancelled Cancelled Cancelled Cancelled Won 46 0

SUMMARY OF RESULTS 1978-79

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13 6 4 5 5 3 6 7

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350 129 134 111 134 70 207 199

A. 62 85 86 44 126 85 39 76

INTER-HOUSE RUGBY In the final of the Senior competition Rise drew with Manor, 6 points each, whilst in the Junior competition the same two Houses drew by 4 points each. This must be unique in the history of the competition. Both finals were characterised by the usual total commitment of all players, who gave their all and were a credit to their Houses. J.W.R.H.

Wednesday Saturday Saturday Wednesday Saturday

19th Sept. 22nd Sept. 29th Sept. 3rd Oct. 13th Oct.

1st XV FIXTURES 1979 Retiring Captain's XV .. Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts Silcoates . • . • . • Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle .. 93

Home Home Home Away Away

Wednesday 17th Oct. Ashville .. .. Saturday 20th Oct. Denstone .. Saturday 3rd Nov. King's Pontefract Saturday 10th Nov. Ampleforth Wednesday 14th Nov. Bradford .. Saturday 17th Nov. Durham .. Wednesday 28th Nov. Worksop .. Saturday 1st Dec. Pocklington Saturday 8th Dec. Giggleswick

Home Away Away Home • Home • Away • Home . Away • Away

BOAT CLUB 1 978-79 When I arrived at St. Peter's I didn't know quite what to expect from a Boat Club which had spent the most important period of the year without recognised coaching, and certainly my hopes for the summer term were not very high. However, the emergence of two crews which won open regatta events and the fact that many oarsmen in the club are now rowing to a high technical standard pay tribute to the hard work of the boys during that Easter term and especially to David Hughes, who ran the club, and whom I cannot thank enough for the help given to me. The first task of the summer term was to sort out regatta crews and, whilst David Hughes and Barry Daniel looked after the Juniors, the Senior oarsmen found themselves changing side, position and crew quite regularly to establish the best order. Obviously selection was almost totally subjective, but by half-term the crews had started to settle. It was then that illness struck and we had to begin all over again. The regatta programme was changed slightly this year, we went to fewer regattas but took more crews to those visited, a move which has been largely responsible for generating tremendous club spirit. Trips were made to Bradford, Tyne, Durham and Leeds, and crews were entered for both York Spring and York Summer. On many occasions crews were unlucky, losing to the eventual winners, often by the smallest of margins, or suffering equipment failure, but there were times when crews rowed so abysmally it made me wonder if the outing had been worth it. Our two wins of the season were in the Novice divisions at York Spring and York Summer Regattas. At half-term we made the annual trip to Cambridge, entering two scratch crews for the regatta. It rained all day Saturday and both crews were eliminated in their first races but the Cambridge Old Peterites managed to dry our dampened spirits and slake our hunger and thirst at a marvellous party that evening. On behalf of the Boat Club I must thank them for their kind

hospitality. In mid-June we held our junior Invitation Regatta and had entries from various schools in the north. Thanks to the work of many boys the racing ran to schedule and St. Peter's was able to produce the winner of the U-16 division. Two crews went to the Bradford Junior Invitation Regatta in July and were beaten semi-finalists. The Boat Club Dance was held in May and splendidly organised by the Supporters Committee and Mr. John Morris at the School. The event was a great success and enabled a significant sum of money to be contributed to

the cost of the new four and the new blades, which were delivered at the 94

start of term. The new boat, incidentally, was named 'Juliet' by Mrs. Gardiner at York Summer Regatta and then went out to win the Novice Final. I must thank all those parents and friends who have helped, in so many ways, during this year. I am quite sure that the Club could not survive without their support. I hope that we can further rationalise the coaching and running of the Club during the next year so that the obviously high potential of some of our now junior oarsmen can be achieved and our supporters will see a good return for their efforts. Officers 1979-80:—

Jon Drinkwater Tim Coleman, Jon Cooper

Captain

Vice-Captains

Mark Bunney, Marc Gee Jamie Holden

Boatswains Senior Coxswain

K.W.

Senior IV: Junior IV:

BOATING RESULTS Queens.

Cox'less Pairs: Open Skulls: Coxswain's Sculls: Most Improved Oarsman: Coxswain's Cup:

School. Prescott/Megginson. T. Wallhead. G. Mulman. D. J. Bird. J. Paterson.

HOCKEY The winter of 1978/79 will be remembered as one of the longest and hardest for many years and this seriously curtailed the hockey season. It was late February before any games could be played outside, and we all had too much of tennis court games or training in the sports centre. The matches in the latter part of the season were a bit of a lottery, but all teams did themselves a lot of credit. No inter-school matches were lost by the first eleven and the club matches produced some fine play by the school. The second eleven won two of their five games but scored twice as many goals as they conceded. The Colts won their only match. The disappointment over the weather is the greater as there was so much enthusiasm and potential for a successful season. Perhaps next year will bring better luck. I would like to thank J. F. Ellison for his enthusiastic leadership of the first eleven and my colleagues for their help and support throughout the season. R.H.H. FIRST XI HOCKEY REPORTS Bootham School (home) x—o Scorer; Precious A satisfactory beginning to the season, which at one stage appeared as if it would never start. St. Peter's began well and took the lead just before half-time, through a penalty by Precious, but failed to take complete aommand and eventually had to rely on stern defence to avoid conceding a goal. Worksop College (home) i—i (Miller) Once again the St. Peter's defence excelled in a magnificent all-round performance. What was lost in skill was made up for in enthusiasm and 95

determination, and the School were unlucky to concede a late goal from a deflected short corner. York H.C. (away) 0 -4 In terms of chances St. Peter's were at least equal to this strong York XI, as only weak finishing prevented St. Peter's from taking the lead early on and the final score of 4—o hardly reflects the hard work and skills of all departments, with centre back Precious and winter Miller outstanding. Styx (home) 1-4 (Miller) After taking the lead just before half-time through a Miller set-piece, St. Peter's failed to dominate and defensive slackness allowed Styx a 2-I lead at the interval. Two more spectacular second-half goals allowed Styx to cruise to a comfortable victory. Nunthorpe (home) 2-I (Chapman, Miller) After a brilliant goal by Chapman and another from winger Miller, St. Peter's relaxed and failed to take complete control of this scrappy game, allowing Nunthorpe to reply early in the second-half. Only good defensive skills from full-backs McGrath and Rymer and fine saves from goal-keeper Quirke denied Nunthorpe an equaliser. Headmaster's XL (home) 3-4 (Chapman, Ellison, Miller) An exciting and eventful match with both sides holding the lead at some stage. St. Peter's started badly but pulled back to take 2-1 lead and were slightly unfortunate to lose 4-3 in the end with Johnston and Precious excelling in midfield. Team from: M. F. Quirke, C. G. Rymer, J. P. Wilson, A. M. Precious, C. W. Burdass, A. P. Burdass, K. Miller, J. F. Ellison (Capt.), N. J. Chapman, M. W. Johnston, M. P. Weir, J. A. McGrath. RESULTS Second Eleven Worksop College (Home) Lost 5-2. York University (Away) Lost 3-0. York H.C. (Home) Lost 2-1. Junior Leaders Strensall (Home) Won 9w1. Nunthorpe School (Away) Won 11-0. Team from: M. A. Lodge, B. S. Yeo, H. T. D. Bilton, J. M. Shirtcliffe, D. J. Johnson, R. N. Bowles, A. H. Kershaw, S. W. Prest, I. J. Reeve, J. D. Gair (Capt.), A. R. Taylor, J. M. Boyd, A. C. W. Campbell, J. Guy. R.D.G.

Colts Eleven Pocklington School, Won 3-1. Team from: J. C. Winchurch, A. J. Peel, M. G. Jesper, J. P. M. Taylor, J. D. F. Watson, M. G. S. Bunney, M. C. S. Gee, D. M. Noyes (Capt.), L. R. P. McDonald, A. D. Hitchenor, R. P. A. Chapman, T. S. Kettlewell. D.M.N.

CRICKET RETROSPECT It is not easy to report on the 1979 season. On the whole it was enjoyed by both the players and the spectators, but in some ways it was frustrating. The basic results tell their own story. Six matches were won, two lost and eleven drawn, of these all the four matches in Kent produced positive results, three wins and one loss. Too many of the drawn matches, particularly most 96

of the School matches, were unnecessarily defensive and tedious, so much so that I personally am convinced that unless there is a substantial change in attitude in the Schools towards positive cricket and less preoccupation with avoiding defeat, there will have to be a change of system, which will inevitably mean some form of overs cricket. I have never liked the idea of this type of cricket, but our experience of it at Sutton Valence in the last two years has to a great extent converted me. These matches have ensured that the team batting first cannot occupy the crease for an excessively long time (6o overs at the most), whilst the team batting second has a realistic length of time to try to win the match (at least 5o overs); at the same time the result can be a draw. Certainly the possibility of such a change deserves serious consideration. The 1st XI was one of the youngest to represent the School. The success of the team speaks highly for the fine leadership of Charles Burdass and the spirit of the other old colours. Unusually only one member of the Middle Sixth was in the 1st XI and only two regularly in the 2nd XI. This was not a strong cricketing year, but the absence of Middle Sixth players was not entirely due to lack of ability, two spring immediately to mind who could have strengthened the 1st XI. However, what the team lacked in age and experience, it made up for by its enthusiastic and cheerful attitude to the game. If there was no outstanding player, there was batting in depth. Top of the averages was David Noyes, who had an indifferent start to the season and did not get in to the teem until mid-term. When he got his chance, he took it very well, scoring over 30o runs in the season. He showed a good defensive technique and plenty of concentration and courage. Charles Burdass played two superb innings, but never hit consistent form. John Ellison promised a lot, but his concentration span was very short and all too often he got out to rash shots. Ian Hindhaugh continued to improve and played some forceful innings. Nigel Chapman had a splendid first season in the XI. A fine striker of the ball, he worked hard at his game and was a great asset to the team. In a different way, so was Jonathan Wright, who played some crucial innings in a more defensive role. Andrew Precious and Chris Stubbs played some valuable innings, batting with good sense and application. There were also some promising performances from young players such as Patrick Burdass, Chris Hobson and Jonathan Simpson. The bowling was steady, if rather short of penetration, particularly on the slow wickets in the north. All the bowlers were more formidable on the faster pitches in Kent. An unusual feature of the attack was that the four main bowlers were all left-arm. The quickest of them, Stubbs, promised a great deal, but did not get the wickets he often deserved. His new-ball partner, Precious, made good progress and on occasions bowled exceptionally well. He has now found a pace which suits him and he has the ability to move the ball considerably. Michael Johnston started the season in fine form. He flighted the ball well and spun it prodigiously. After half-term he lost form and then confidence, but happily he again bowled consistently well during the week in Kent. The other spin bowler was Richard Kirby, an Under 15 Colt, who had a very promising first season in the 1st XI. He showed a placid temperament, rarely allowing his length and line to waver and was a good support for Johnston. The only right-arm bowler to bowl regularly was Hindhaugh. Late in the season he showed that he could become a useful swing bowler. 97

The fielding, if not as outstanding as in 1978, was of a high standard, Hindhaugh again set a superb example and Ellison caught some brilliant catches in the gully. The Fielding Cup was awarded jointly to these two. It would have been invidious for either not to be recognised. One other individual who deserves a mention is John Dodman, who took some fine catches close to the wicket. Regretfully it was not possible to hold the Single Wicket Competition for the Yeoman's Cup. So many days were missed early in the term because of bad weather that the competition was not under way when G.C.E. exams started. Both House cups were won by the Rise. In the Senior Competition, the Rise did well to hold off a formidable challenge from Dronfield. In the Junior Competition the Rise won the Cup very easily, but one must add a word of sympathy for the Grove, who lost two of their potentially strong team to the 1st XI. Thanks are due to so many for making this such a happy season. To Keith Mohan, our dapper and ever confident coach, to John Hall, the grounds. man, and his staff, to the kitchen staff, who provide such excellent teas, to Paul Moayyedi, our excellent scorer, to Alan Thompson, who kept the pavilion and the kit in good order, to Messrs. Grieve, Mott and Room, who have umpired for us—how much we appreciate their work—to the Social Committee for their continuing help and, of course, to our supporters. It is a particular pleasure to me personally and also to the School and the players that so many parents and friends come to watch our matches. Our thanks to the organisers of the Sutton Valence Festival, which again provided a most enjoyable climax to the season. Finally, the best wishes of the Cricket Club go to Mr. Gardiner as he leaves St. Peter's. He came on our first two trips to Kent and has always been a keen spectator at matches at all levels. We are very grateful for his help and support. D.K.

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2nd XI IstXI Selected from:— Selected from:— *J. Guy (Capt.) t* C. W. Burdass (Capt.) 1977-78-79 *J. N. D. Brierley t* M. W. Johnston 1978-79 *R. J. Brown t* A. M. Precious 1978-79 *J. R. Dodman *J. F. Fllison 1978-79 *C. T. Hobson *I. D. Hindhaugh 1978-79 *S. W. Prest *C. J. Stubbs 1978-79 *A. R. Taylor *N. J. Chapman 1979 *J. P. Wilson *R. J. Kirby 1979 P. M. Johnson *D. M. Noyes 1979 R. W. Lister *E. F. J. Wright 1979 K. Miller S. P. Burdass J. P. M. Taylor J. R. Dodman S. W. C. Webb C. T. Hobson S. J. Woollons S. W. Prest A. J. N. Simpson *—Colours f— Cap

SUMMARY OF RESULTS Date 23rd April 5th May 9th May 16th May 19th May

Opponents Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. .. Bradford G.S. .. .. Durham School Worksop College ..

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Result Drawn Drawn Drawn Drawn Drawn

School 135 for 8 dec. 45 for 0 107 for 7 115 for 7 204 for 3 dec.

Opponents 129 for 8 135 for 9 deli 172 for 4 dec 117 117 for 4

23rd May 30th May 2nd June 9th June 13th June 16th June 30th June 7th July 11th July 13th July \ 14th July) 16th July 17th July 18th July 19th July

York C.C. .. The Forty Club .. Sedbergh School .. Giggleswick School Craven Gentlemen C.C. .. Ampleforth College Pocklington School Bootham School The Saints C.C. .. Old Peterites

Home Home Home Away Home Home Away Home Home Home

Drawn Drawn Drawn Won Won Drawn Drawn Won Drawn Lost

Trinity School, Croydon .. King's School, Rochester William Hulme's G.S. Sutton Valence School ..

Lost Sutton Valence Won Away King's, Rochester Won Away Won

92 for 9 162 for 4 32 for 2 186 for 8 108 for 6 158 for 7 dec. 204 for 8 dec. 114 for 8 172 for 9 dec. 144 207 114 for 7 121 for 7 196

116 101 for 5 184 for 7 dec. 30 182 for 5 dec. 220 for 9 dec. 89 for 8 58 194 for 7 dec. 150 for 6 dec. 167 for 4 210 for 2 113 120 64

xst XI AVERAGES Batting No. of Innings

Not out

Runs

Highest Innings

72 11 344 D. M. Noyes .. .. 161 39* C. J. Stubbs .. .. 14 7 1 133 43 A. J. N. Simpson 7 308 46 N. J. Chapman .. .. 15 1 55 I. D. Hindhaugh .. 15 1 296 C. W. Burdass 18 362 96 14 5 179 31 A. M. Precious .. 15 9 118 61* E. F. J. Wright .. 257 47 J. F. Ellison .. 14 1 88 23 J. R. Dodman 11 4 61 13* M. W. Johnston .. 11 33 22* 6 1 S. W. Prest Also batted:—S. P. Burdass 29, 1, 15, 1; C. T. Hobson 2, 5, 11*; R. J. Kirby 0*, 0, 3, 0. *—Denotes 'not out'.

Average

31.27 23.00 22.17 22.00 21.14 20.11 19.89 19.67 18.36 8.80 8.71 6.60

Bowling Maidens

Runs

Wickets

Average

.. 222 68 A. M. Precious .. .. 210.1 55 M. W. Johnston .. 172.2 52 R. J. Kirby .. .. .. .. .. .. 213.1 69 C. J. Stubbs .. .. .. 70 12 .. .. .. I. D. Hindhaugh .. .. Also bowled:—J. P. Ellison 13-5-42-1; A. J. N. Simpson 15-1-72-1.

563 636 437 488 259

36 38 24 25 11

15.64 16.74 18.21 19.52 23.55

Overs

ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 28th April Result: Drawn St. Peter's 135 for 8 dec. (J. F. Ellison 27, J. R. Dodman 23). Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 129 for 8 (M. R. Whitehead 43, M. W. Johnston 4 for 21). ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played away on Saturday, 5th May Result: Drawn Bradford G.S. 135 for 9 dec. St. Peter's 45 for o Despite dreadful weather conditions, both teams played positive cricket and it was a pity that in the end the weather was the victor. Batting first, Bradford G.S. made a good start, with D. Walker scoring 31. After the introduction of the slow bowlers, both opening batsmen were dismissed. After this S. M. Hewitt (3o) and P. Kellett (17) played soundly, but wickets then fell quickly. The innings was held together by S. G. P. Hewitt (24) and eventually Bradford G.S. declared at 139 for 9 after 72 overs. For the School the left-arm spinners bowled almost 5o overs, M. W. Johnston taking 5o for 48 and R. J. Kirby 3 for 4o. In reply the School made 45 without loss, when hail and later rain ruined the game. S. W. Prest (22 not out) and A. J. N. Simpson (18 not out) had put the School in an excellent position. 99

ST. PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 9th May Result: Drawn M.C.C. 172 for 4 dec. (J. A. F. Valiance 47 not out). St. Peter's io8 for 7 (A. J. N. Simpson 43, J. C. Wardle 5 for 5o). ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played away on Wednesday, 16th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 115 for 7. Durham 117. On a very slow, soft wicket, Durham School made a sound start with P. C. Shaw scoring 22. The School's spinners then broke through and Durham slipped to 59 for 5. A useful stand between C. H. A. MacDonald (25) and J. M. Thompson (17) was broken by C. J. Stubbs (2 for 16) and eventually Durham were all out for 117. M. W. Johnston took 5 for 41 and R. J. Kirby 2 for 28. The School's innings was delayed by rain and only 75 minutes remained when play re-started. All the batsmen made a brave effort to score quick rt ns, but in the end the School were two runs short of the Durham score, seven wickets having fallen as the batsmen hit out. C. W. Burdass (35) was the top scorer, and for Durham W. S. Thompson took 4 for 41. ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 19th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 204 for 3 dec. Worksop College 117 for 4. For the third year in succession Worksop put the School in to bat. On a plumb wicket, the School lost an early wicket but then J. F. Ellison (32) played well. E. F. J. Wright (61 not out) did a good job as anchor man, but was unable to accelerate later in the innings. Fortunately, C. Burdass hit a splendid 96 to be able to declare at 204 for 3. R. D. Wall took the three wickets to fall for 48. Worksop made no serious effort to score at a reasonable rate, though A. Brookes played some good shots in his 56 not out. For the School A. M. Precious took 3 for 44. ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 23rd May Result: Drawn York C.C. 116 (D. Batty 33, R. J. Kirby 3 for 19, C. J. Stubbs 3 for 22 St. Peter's 92 for 9 (N. J. Chapman 39, R. Marchant 4 for 26). )

ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 3oth May Result: Drawn Forty Club roi for 5 (E. Martin 37). ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 2nd June Result: Drawn Sedbergh 184 for 7 dec. St. Peter's 162 for 4. Scdbergh lost early wickets to A. M. Precious (5 for 61), but recovered well through C. Robinson (78 not out), C. Oliver (3i) and D. Umbers (25) and eventually declared at 184 for 7 dec. 100

The School made a fine effort to score the necessary runs, but despite this were never really in a threatening position. N. J. Chapman (46), I. D. Hindhaugh (38 not out), J. F. Ellison (32) and J. Simpson (25) all attacked well. ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 9th June Result: Won by 8 wickets Giggleswick 3o St. Peter's 32 for 2. The School crushed Giggleswick by 8 wickets and thus ended a sequence of drawn matches. Having been put in to bat, Giggleswick never recovered from losing their first three wickets before a run was scored. A stand of 25 for the fourth wicket was followed by a great collapse and the whole team was dismissed for only 30. Remarkably only three batsmen scored any runs at all. For the School, A. M. Precious took 6 for 22 and M. W. Johnston 3 for 5. The School lost two wickets in scoring the required runs with E. F. J. Wright (13 not out) batting very solidly. ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 13th June Result: Won by 2 wickets Craven Gentlemen C.C. 182 for 5 dec. (T. M. Wright 6o, J. J. Shires 59 not out, M. W. Johnston 3 for 75). St. Peter's 186 for 8 (A. J. N. Simpson 39, C. W. Burdass 24, I. D. Hindhaugh 24, A. T. Winder 5 for 56). ST. PETER'S v. AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 16th June Result: Drawn St. Peter's to8 for 6. Ampleforth College zzo for 9 dec. Despite losing three early wickets to C. J. Stubbs (4 for 43), Ampleforth built a large total of 220 for 9 declared. The Ampleforth captain, T. Beardmore-Gray scored an aggressive 97, having his share of good fortune but playing some superb shots on the off-side. He was well supported by A. Calder-Smith (42). A. M. Precious (3 for 57) took three late wickets for the

School. The very late declaration left the School little chance of victory and at 32 for 3 they had no chance at all. J. Ellison (35) and N. Chapman (29) put on 55 in quick time, but the game faded into a feeble draw with the School 108 for 6. One of the few highlights of the match was a fine performance by D. Harrison, the young Ampleforth wicket-keeper. ST. PETER'S v. POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 3oth June Result: Drawn St. Peter's 158 for 7 dec. Pocklington 89 for 8. Batting first, the School lost two early wickets but recovered quite well. All the middle order batsmen made runs, particularly I. Hindhaugh (33), N. Chapman (25) and J. Ellison (23) but no one built a big innings.At119 for 7, the School was in trouble again, but a determined stand between C. Stubbs (23 not out) and J. Wright (14 not out) took the score to 158 for 7

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dec. For Pocklington, A. Shanks took 3 for 27, making the early breakthrough and D. Wood 4 for 73 in a long spell of leg-spinners. In reply, Pocklington made a sound start and at 72 for 2 were in control. At this point a superb catch by D. Noyes broke a promising stand and then J. Guillen was dismissed for an aggressive 45. In the chase for runs, more wickets fell quickly to M. Johnston (4 for 26) and A. Precious (3 for 24) and Pocklington's later batsmen held out for a draw at 89 for 8. ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 7th July Result: Won by 146 runs St. Peter's 204 for 8 dec. Bootham 58. Put in to bat, the School had a good start through D. Noyes (39) and S. P. Burdass (29), the latter showing great promise in his first match. A number of wickets were lost unnecessarily and at 91 for 5 the School was struggling. However, N. J. Chapman (38), A. M. Precious (27) and C. J. Stubbs (39 not out) took the score to a formidable 204 for 8 dec. For Bootham J. Heywood (5 for 66) bowled his googlies successfully and the catching was of a high standard. The Bootham innings never really got off the ground. A. M. Precious (3 for 28) and C. J. Stubbs (2 for 18) took early wickets and the later batsmen fell to the spinners or to foolish run-outs. ST. PETER'S v. SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 11th July Result: Drawn Saints C.C. 194 for 7 dec. (C. Kuggeleign 6o, W. Andrews 40, R. J. Kirby 4 for 47). St. Peter's 114 for 8 (D. M. Noyes 30, J. Anderson 5 for 25). ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 13th and 14th July Result: Lost by 6 wickets St. Peter's 172 for 9 dec. and 144. Old Peterites 15o for 6 dec. and 167 for 4. Put in to bat the School lost three early wickets, but a fine stand between D. M. Noyes (6r) and I. D. Hindhaugh (55) provided the bulk of the runs in an innings of 172 for 9 dec. For the Old Peterites, E. M. H. Ranson (3 for 36) and J. C. Rounthwaite (3 for 38) were the main wicket takers. In reply, the Old Peterites declared at 15o for 6 after good innings by D. L. W. Sim (56) and J. A. Eatough (42 not out) and some attacking bowling from C. J. Stubbs (5 for 30). In their second innings, the School's batsmen were unable to cope with the aggressive bowling of J. H. Baggs (5 for 36). J. F. Ellison made a pleasing 47 in his last innings for the School. The Old Peterites had to score quickly to reach their target, but a victory was always possible on a good wicket and fast outfield. R. Collingwood-Gittins (54) gave the innings a positive start and some big hitting from M. Hepworth (43 not out) took the Old Peterites to a long-awaited victory off the fourth ball of the last over. 102

ST. PETER'S v. TRINITY SCHOOL, CROYDON Played at Sutton Valence on Monday, 16th July Result: Lost by 8 wickets St. Peter's 207. Trinity School, Croydon 210 for 2. Put in to bat, the School made a slow, but solid start. D. Noyes (47) played well, but was unable to increase the tempo, as the overs were running out. C. W. Burdass (52) got the innings moving and the momentum was continued by N. Chapman (35) and C. J. Stubbs (20). All the other batsmen lost their wickets in the slog at the end, four being run out and the final wicket fell off the last ball of the 6oth over. For Trinity J. Vigar (4 for 46) bowled very steadily. The Trinity innings got off to a quick start and the School bowlers were unable to contain R. Steadman, who hit 3 sixes and 18 fours in a magnificent 130 not out. He was given excellent support by J. Woodman (52). ST. PETER'S b. KING'S SCHOOL, ROCHESTER Played away on Tuesday, 17th July Result: Won by 3 wickets St. Peter's 114 for 7. King's, Rochester 113. The King's innings collapsed to the weing bowling of A. Precious (4 for 24) and I. Hindhaugh (2 for 21). After being 29 for t, the middle order batted aggressively, N. J. Hill (25) and I. D. Burns (21) making useful scores. The School's spinners, R. Kirby (3 for 39) and M. Johnston (I for 5) took the later wickets. In reply, the School also struggled, particularly against J. A. Cornet (3 for 25). At 3o for 4, the game was wide open, but a fine stand between C. Burdass (37) and A. Precious (31) took the School to the brink of victory. Both were out before the end, but the School eventually won by 3 wickets. ST. PETER'S v. WILLIAM HULME'S G.D. Played at Rochester on Wednesday, 18th July Result: Won by 3 wickets St. Peter's 121 for 7. William Hulme's G.S. 120. William Hulme's G.S. made a slow but steady start, with S. P. Dickinson (37) and A. P. Laker (17) putting on 53 for the first wicket. C. J. Stubbs and A. M. Precious bowled 18 overs for 28 runs in a good economical spell. Thereafter the two spinners worked their way through the William Hulme's batting, M. W. Johnston taking 5 for 48 and R. J. Kirby 4 for 32. They were supported by excellent fielding. The School had a very good start from D. M. Noyes (32) and J. R. Dodman (22), but three wickets then fell for 7 runs. A quick flurry from I. D. Hindhaugh (i6) was followed by two more wickets and an hour and a half's rain. When the innings was restarted, A. M. Precious (21 not out) played maturely and with good support from the later batsmen to guide the School to a narrow, but well-earned victory. For William Hulme's, P. A. Rainford (2 for 46) and N. W. Hewitt (z for 23) bowled well in long spells. ST. PETER'S v. SUTTON VALENCE SCHOOL Played away on Thursday, 19th July Result: Won by 132 runs St. Peter's 196. Sutton Valance 64. The School finished the season with a resounding win against the host 103

Put in to bat, the School made 196. D. Noyes (72) batted splendidly for almost the whole innings in far from easy conditions and received good support from N. Chapman (41) and I. Hindhaugh (28). For Sutton Valence, A. Foster took 4 for 54 and R. Prophet 3 for 37, the latter bowling a long steady spell. The Sutton Valence innings collapsed to the School's seamers. A. Precious (6 for 16) bowled superbly and had good support from C. Stubbs (2 for ti) and I. Hindhaugh (2 for 14). SECOND XI The season opened with the usual fixture against Bradford Grammar School on a cold, bleak day, when the School's umpire wore scarf, overcoat and gloves. We lost off the last ball. A dismal start set the pattern of the rest of the season, which, to say the least, was very disappointing. The bowling was often hostile, even tight, but too much depended on one or two players, and better fielding could on occasions have made all the difference to the results of their efforts. Many of the batsmen failed to live up to last season's attainments. There were highlights and some exciting—even entertaining— play was offered by the team. In the Durham match there was a shortage of time; but this did not deter Brown and Noyes from scoring tot for the first wicket. Against Worksop we made a slow start and so did not gave the visitors enough time, or ourselves, to bowl them out. The wins against Giggleswick and Bootham were impressive. In the second game against Pocklington, a sporting declaration gave the visitors a chance and they took it, winning with a couple of overs to spare, thanks largely to an intelligent second wicket stand of 93. At Ampleforth the game could have been saved if the captain's instructions had been heeded, and some free hitting at a vital point, when victory was impossible, had been curbed. But their bowling proved superior, and the three l.b.w. decisions against us were all given by our umpire. Colours were awarded to: J. Guy (Captain), R. J. Brown, J. N. D. Brierley, C. T. Hobson, S. W. Prest, A. R. Taylor, J. P. Wilson.

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THIRD XI The 3rd XI is, as always, a side determined to enjoy its cricket. Unfortunately, this led also to a side that at times does not take its cricket seriously enough. There is certainly more potential ability within the team this year, performed as well as could be expected, notable figures being Rymer 6 for 12 v. Worksop and Lee 5 for 29 v. Bishop Burton. At least the bowlers gave the batsmen some reasonable totals to chase. All too often, however, the batting looked fragile as there seemed to be a determination to hit at least every third ball for 4, an attitude that usually led to low totals. 104

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RESULTS Nunthorpe 2nd XI (lost): Nunthorpe 153 for 5, St. Peter's 101. Worksop (won): Worksop 68, St. Peter's 70 for 0. Bishop Burton (lost): Bishop Burton 78, St. Peter's 75. Hymers (lost): St. Peter's 79, Hymers 82 for 3. Ampleforth (lost): Ampleforth 164 for 7, St. Peter's 47. Bootham Park (won): Bootham Park 86 for 8, St. Peter's 87 for 6.

D.J.R.

SENIOR COLTS CRICKET REVIEW The Senior Colts, after an inauspicious start, have been moderately

successful, winning three and losing three of their eleven matches. The early season matches suffered because of the generally poor weather and soft pitches. Against Bradford G.S., the School bowled 64 overs as the opposition struggled to accumulate 89 runs. A late declaration should have ensured at least a draw but reckless batting against very accurate slow bowling brought about a complete collapse. The match against Durham was noted more for the opposition's negative approach and the persistent rain than for the quality of the cricket, whilst against Worksop it was only the aggressive batting of Andrew Gibson which allowed the School to declare after tea. Good bowling by Jonathan Atkinson and Marcus Pearson gave the School an outside chance of victory but after a late declaration there was insufficient time to bowl out the opposition. Rain affected wickets were still a prominent feature immediately after half-term. Against Manchester Schools, the game was abandoned with the School 90 for 4 after a very good batting performance by Patrick Burdass, a very promising junior colt. The match against Sedbergh on a lively wicket was one of changing fortunes. The School, 21 for 6 at one point recovered to 78 all out largely due to a determined knock of 31 by Neil Harnby. Sedbergh at 35 for 6 appeared to be heading for defeat but a spirited stand eventually saw them home by two wickets. By the time of the Giggleswick match, the wickets were becoming more suitable for batting and this was reflected in the scores. A fine first wicket stand of 88 by Angus Aagaard and Patrick Burdass allowed the School to declare at 151 for 5 and a comfortable victory ensued when Giggleswick were dismissed for 67 with Michael Willink taking 5 for 26. Lack of penetration by the bowlers of both sides coupled with insufficient time produced two drawn games against Hymers and Ampleforth, whilst against Bootham an inept batting display by the visitors against some very good seam bowling by Richard Dibb and Jonathan Atkinson saw the School cruise to an easy nine wicket victory. The game against Pocklington was played on a superb batting track. The School scored 165 with Patrick Burdass contributing 73 runs, but apart from him and Jonathan Jones, the other batsmen threw their wickets away to give Pocklington plenty of time to knock off the runs. 105

The final match of the season against Oakwood produced a good win for the School. After a delayed start, Oakwood recovered from 15 for 5 to declare at 6 for 9. In reply, the School attacked the bowling to win in fine style with Richard Liddle riding his luck to score an unbeaten 76. This year, more boys played for the 'A' XI than usual due to the homogeneous ability of the squad. Very few players were consistently outstanding, but several occasionally turned in good performances. Amongst the bowlers, Richard Dibb was one of the most consistent and was unlucky not to obtain more wickets, whilst Jonathan Atkinson with his ability to swing the ball was often the most effective. The fielding was patchy but Jonathan Jones and Jonathan Atkinson always maintained a high standard. The batting early in the season lacked solidity. Too often batsmen were out playing at balls which should have been left or defended. Few players had the concentration and temperament required to build an innings although this is not always feasible when matches do not start promptly or are reduced by prolonged tea intervals. If senior colts matches had a minimum of four and a half hours of playing time then the surfeit of drawn matches which prevail at present may be reduced substantially. The team was selected from: M. Willink (Capt.),* J. Atkinson,* P. Burdass,g A. Gibson, J. Jones, R. Gair, R. Dibb, R. Liddle, M. Sweetman, M. Pearson, N. Harnby, J. Hall, A. Aagaard, J. O'Farrell, R. Bramley. (* Awarded colours.) SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1979 Saturday, 5th May Bradford G.S. 89 for 8 dec. (M. Pearson 4-23; J. Atkinson 4-10). St. Peter's 26. Wednesday, 16th May St. Peter's 136 for 8 dec. (A. Gibson 37; J. Hall 26 not out). Durham 73 for 1. Saturday, 19th May St. Peter's 127 for 9 dec. (A. Gibson 53; J. O'Farrell 22). Worksop 72 for 7 (M. Pearson 4-23; J. Atkinson 3-23). Wednesday, 30th May St. Peter's 90 for 4 (P. Burdass 47 not out). Manchester Schools' C.A. Match abandoned. Saturday, 2nd June St. Peter's 78 (N. Harnby 31). Sedbergh 81 for 8 (M. Willink 3-22). Saturday, 9th June St. Peter's 151 for 5 dec. (A. Aagaard 48; P. Burdass 42). Giggleswick 67 (M. Willink 5-26). Wednesday, 13th June Hymers 144 for 9 dec. St. Peter's 77 for 3 (P. Burdass 35 not out; M. Willink 27). Saturday, 16th June Ampleforth 131 (M. Sweetman 4-32; M. Willink 3-31). St. Peter's 93 for 7. Wednesday, 20th June Bootham 49 (J. Atkinson 6-13; R. Dibb 3-22). St. Peter's 50 for 1 (R. Gair 25 not out). Saturday, 30th June St. Peter's 165 (P. Burdass 73; J. Jones 25). Pocklington 168 for 3. Wednesday, 11th June Oakwood 116 for 9 dec. (R. Dibb 4-42). St. Peter's 117 for 4 (R. Liddle 76 not out).

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SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1979 SENIOR COLTS 'B' TEAM REVIEW The Colts 'B' team enabled several players who were not quite able to play for the Senior Colts to take part in some very competitive inter-school cricket. Some talent was discovered, and some 'A' team players allowed to gain the confidence they needed playing for the 93' XI. Despite the mammoth score against Hymers, the team's strength lay in the bowling and all-round fielding strength. This allowed no team any latitude, until the last match against Nunthorpe, where we out-batted and out-bowled the opposition, but were beaten by good fielding against our poorer showing. Philip Dodman developed a feel for the right moment to make changes as the season developed, and in his quet way handled the bowlers well. Many of the players have the ability and enthusiasm to develop well if they keep up their interest next year.

J.R.L.

Team from: P. A. Dodman (Capt.), T. Kant, R. Knocker, G. James, M. Chippendale, R. Broadbent, J. O'Farrell, M. Sweetman, A. Aagaard, G. Bilton, J. Jones, R. Bramley, R. Liddle, J. M. Hall, M. Pearson, N. Clayton, N. Beaumont, A. Copley, S. Hall, A. Nichols. RESULTS St. Peter's 101 (James 38 not out). Worksop 59 (Dodman 3 for 1). St. Peter's 250 for 2 dec. (Kant 139, Dodman 51, Liddle 40 not out). Hymers 58 (Sweetman 4 for 11, Pearson 3 for 19, Beaumont 3 for 12). Nunthorpe 'A' 39 (Sweetman 7 for 11). St. Peter's 42 for 4 (Liddle 32 not out). Pocklington 117. St. Peter's 120 for 6 (O'Farrell 51). St. Peter's 87. Nunthorpe 'A' 88 for 3.

JUNIOR COLTS CRICKET XI In many ways the record of played 9, won 6, drawn 2, with one abandoned speaks for itself and reflects one of the most successful seasons for many years. A glance at the statistics will show that Shaun Gorman was the chief run scorer, amassing 316 runs in 9 innings—he also proved to be a very useful off-spin bowler. This is not to say the batting rested on him—no side succeeded in bowling us out—indeed any side that can afford to have Peter Atkinson, Nick Linton, Andrew Forman and Tony Smith batting at 6, 7, 8 and 9 must be well equipped. It is interesting to note that Andrew Forman, without exactly reproducing the shots in the style of the M.C.C. coaching manual, was never out all season! The loss of wicket-keeper/batsman Patrick Burdass to the senior colts (and later the 1st XI) was initially a blow, but Chris James proved to be an admirable replacement, both as a wicket-keeper and an opening batsman. David Thomas bowled consistently well, but his batting was disappointing with the notable exception of his superb knock against Pocklington. Jeremy Barrett grafted his runs at number four and twice dug in when we were in danger of a collapse. Following him in was Mark Adeney, who gained much needed confidence as the season progressed. It would be unfair to write more without mentioning the skipper, Andrew 107

Stubbs. Not only was he a difficult man to remove when at the wicket, but his off-spin bowling was rarely off target and his captaincy at times quite excellent. His frequent shrewd tactical change of bowling and his willingness to learn from mistakes revealed a remarkable maturity. The example he set in the field was copied to good effect—with Pocklington and Hymers (five dropped catches) being the exceptions. The bowling attack was varied—the new ball was taken by David Thomas and any one of Peter Atkinson, Andrew Forman, James Muirhead (who frequently found the edge with his prodigious away swings) and Fraser Topham (who beat the bat with off cutters and away swing). Add to this the off-spin of Andrew Stubbs, Shaun Gorman and Mark Adeney and you have a very balanced attack, almost certain to be joined in years to come by the left arm leg spin of Timothy Hyde. In conclusion may I thank our two scorers, David Clark and Andrew Paterson—their outstanding neatness has been much appreciated. I.J.A. RESULTS Bradford G.S. (Away). Match abandoned. St. Peter's 167 for 5 dec. (Burdass 69, Adeney 24, Gorman 23). Bradford 35 for 1—Rain and hail! Durham School (Home). Won 10 wickets. Durham 68 (Thomas 4 for 10, Forman 4 for 15). St. Peter's 72 for 0 (Gorman 40, Burdass 27). Worksop (Away). Match drawn. Worksop 123 (Thomas 5 for 19, Stubbs 4 for 22). St. Peter's 63 for 6 (Gorman 22). Giggleswick (Away). Won by 8 wickets. Giggleswick 74 (Stubbs 6 for 24, Gorman 4 for 19). St. Peter's 75 for 2 (Gorman 32, Thomas 31). Ampleforth (Home). Won by 100 runs. St. Peter's 172 for 7 (Gorman 97, Adeney 40). Ampleforth 72 (Stubbs 4 for 21, including a hat-trick, Forman 3 for 10). Bootham (Home). Won by 10 wickets. Bootham 84 (Gorman 4 for 7, Stubbs 3 for 10). St. Peter's 85 for 0 (Gorman 47 not out, James 26 not out). Pocklington (Home). Won by 6 wickets. Pocklington 149 for 6 (Thomas 4 for 40). St. Peter's 150 for 4 (Thomas 95 not out). Bootham (Away). Won by 69 runs. St. Peter's 136 for 7 declared (Gorman 38, Forman 31, Barrett 26). Bootham 67 (Topham 3 for 13, Stubbs 3 for 19). Hymers College (Home). Draw. Hymers 139 for 8 declared. St. Peter's 64 for 7.

JUNIOR COLTS `13' XI For one reason or another the 'IV team only played two of their scheduled matches. Both of these resulted in convincing wins. Like the 'A' team, they were well equipped with a variety of accurate bowling and good fielding, many of the bowlers getting their opportunity to prove themselves in the 'A' team. The team was selected from: Clive Bradley (Capt.), Gary Wright, Timothy Hyde, Barny Skrentny, Chris Powell, Chris Shaw, Taylor, Nigel Ramsden, Ian Gilliatt, Rupert Bond, Craig Gibson and Adam Chantry. I.J.A. 108

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RESULTS Worksop (Away). Won by 105 runs. St. Peter's 162 for 5 dec. (James 54, Bond 32 not out, Taylor 21). Worksop 57 (Muirhead 5 for 15). Pocklington (Away). Won by 5 wickets. Pocklington 43 (Bradley 4 for 6). St. Peter's 47 for 5.

INTER-HOUSE CRICKET SENIOR COMPETITION 1st Round School House 120 (I. Hindhaugh 41, R. Kirby 6 for 40). Grove 122 for 4 (J. Simpson 67, J. Wright 39). Queen's 70 (M. Moodie 25, C. Rymer 6 for 28, J. Ellison 4 for 40). Rise 72 for 0 (J. Ellison 36 not out, C. Burdass 34 not out). Temple 269 for 3 (J. Dodman 160 not out, D. Noyes 66). Manor 159 (A. Taylor 55, D. Noyes 4 for 24).

Semi-Finals Grove 75 for 6 (C. Rymer 4 for 36). Rise 78 for 1 (C. Burdass 54 not out). Temple 87 for 7 (D. Noyes 46, A. Precious 5 for 30). Dronfield 88 for 5 (C. Stubbs 34).

Final

Rise 173 for 8 (C. Burdass 67, R. Lister 41, J. Ellison 27, C. Stubbs 5 for 57). Dronfield 131 (J. Guy 62, C. Stubbs 31, J. Ellison 4 for 29, C. Rymer 4 for 97).

JUNIOR COMPETITION 1st Round Temple 111 for 8 (P. Atkinson 32). Grove 113 for 0. Rise 116 for 4 (D. Thomas 70). School House 93 (C. Bradley 41, D. Thomas 5 for 33). Dronfield 49 (J. Atkinson 6 for 13, D. Copley 3 for 30). Queen's 50 for 3 (R. Smith 30).

Semi-Finals

Rise 82 (D. Thomas 39, T. Hyde 6 for 20). Grove 75 (D. Thomas 8 for 26). Manor 137 for 3. Queen's 74 (J. Atkinson 24).

Final Rise 185 for 4 (P. Burdass 89, D. Thomas 30). Manor 48 (S. Gorman 6 for 21, D. Thomas 4 for 22).

OXFORD CUP Senior Rugger Junior Rugger Senior Cricket Junior Cricket Senior Rowing Junior Rowing Athletics Sports Athletics Standards Cross Country Junior Long Run Swimming Sports Swimming Standards Tennis Shooting (Team) Squash Fencing

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SQUASH RACKETS The season was most notable for the large number of players representing the School, which totalled 37, at levels from 1st V through Girls to U.14. A Girls' team was fielded for the first time and they reached the final of the North Yorkshire inter-school tournament. They were ably led and encouraged by Helen Stringer. Both Helen and Prudence Thorpe played some very good Squash considering their inexperience. The first Five had a season of mixed fortunes. While performing only moderately against experienced opposition in the Local League, and often disappointing against our normal school opponents, the team excelled themselves in the Premier Products National Inter-Schools knock-out competition. Only one St. Peter's team has gone further than the quarter-final, where we lost 2-3 to Stewarts/Melville. The team relied for its success on consistency. Mark Moodie and Tim Stephenson at 4th and 5th strings won all their matches in the competition, and showed good fighting qualities, sometimes having to work hard to get themselves back into the match. Andrew Tuck at Number 3 won all but his quarter-final match, where, although surprising his opponent with his tenacity, was not quite good enough to win. All three should be able to use the experience gained in matches this season to help them to become very difficult to beat next season. Justin McCarter's form varied wildly—often during the course of one match. If he could curb his impetuosity a little, while still being aggressive, his natural timing, speed and reflexes could ensure that his results improve considerably. Peter Burdass played throughout at first string, and never lost to an inferior player. He sometimes won against the apparent odds. All members of the team, particularly at the top end, have enough good shots to be successful at their level if they can learn to play them at the correct time, perhaps being prepared to wait a little longer before finishing off rallies. Rise had three players with first team experience, and three who had played for the school U.15 team, and they dominated the Senior and Junior inter-house competitions, winning both with something to spare. 1st team: A. P. Burdass (Capt.), J. R. J. McCarter, A. B. Tuck, M. J. H. Moodie, T. C. Stephenson.

1st TEAM RESULTS Inter-School matches: Won 9, Lost 15 All matches: Won 14, Lost 13

The following also played at least five matches for school teams: C. W. Burdass, R. N. J. Schofield, A. P. Copley, J. R. Orange-Bromehead, J. M.

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TENNIS This season has proved remarkable and unprecedented in its success since for the first time in the history of the Tennis Club, both 1st and and VI teams maintained an unbeaten record through the season, although two fixtures were lost through cancellation. After an initial feeling of uncertainty as to the strength and potential of some of our players, a suitable formula was soon reached. The 1st V proved a strong and attacking side. The first pair, 111

Rod Barron and Mark Blackburn, were the anchormen of the side, conceding only three sets in the course of the season. The second pair, Graham Cole and Pete Burdass, the combination of orthodox and unorthodox tennis styles played positively, obtaining consistent results, whilst our third pair, Howard Bilton and Andrew Kershaw (Graeme Thornberry also playing) brought off some creditable victories against strong opposition. The 2nd VI made up of the following squad: Nick Adams, Brian Tuck, Tim Casling, Ian Wilson, Tim Blackburn, John Ludley, Ian Cramb, demonstrated the relative strength of our players with convincing victories against Leeds and Worksop. The highlights of the 1st VI's success came with crushing victories against a Bootham side that in previous years has always proved our equal, a match in which only 1 set was lost in 18 played, and against Scarborough College, who included among their ranks a North Yorkshire Under 19 player. The final match of the season against Ampleforth was decisive. It provided spectators with both excitement and tension, but could not remove the final indignity of a draw 41-41. Interest in the Tennis Club has shown encouraging signs of growth this season, especially in the female quarter, where our ladies team brought off a convincing victory against York College. To maintain this trend, involvement and interest in the sport muse be encouraged in the lower levels of the School, Thanks must go to Gina Huntington for her invaluable coaching and instruction, especially lower down the School, and many thanks above all must be given to Mr. Butler and Mr. Hirst, who have worked patiently and incessantly to ensure the smooth running of all features of the Tennis Club. The departure of Mr. Butler at the end of this term will be a great blow to the Club since his services in recent years have been invaluable and we wish him all the best in his future career. As one of the less well-known and less well-established sports in the School, with limited resources and facilities, the success of this season has been all the more deserved and it raises hopes that tennis will em e rge to play a great part in the sporting activities of the School. R. M. B.

WATER POLO CLUB, 1979 This season has been successful and very enjoyable for the club members, with good results at both U19 and Ur6 levels. The U19 team was well balanced with both skill and strength. Graeme Thornberry, in goal, played a vital role in all the matches, and excelled in the Bradford G.S. game with a series of fine saves. The defence was solid, Duncan Fallow and Cliff Irwin were never easy for opposition forwards to play against. The midfield was made up of Andrew Kershaw, Mike Johnston, Ian Hindhaugh and Marcus Tyson. Charles Burdass, Mike Kerr and Nick Adams also played. The only loss of the season was in the final of the Yorkshire and Humberside Championships, in which a disputed goal was the only difference between ourselves and Brooksbank. This meant that the club had to settle for runners-up medals for the second time in three years. At U16 level Marc Gee and Lindsay McDonald showed real skill and determination, which earned them the opportunity to play at U19 level, 112

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which they took well. Both are good prospects for the future, and since next year all but one of the senior first team return, the club's future at that level looks encouraging. The U15 team also entered the Yorkshire and Humberside Championships, but did not fare as well as was hoped. However, there is potential, and with practice they should improve. The Senior House Matches were unseeded this year, and so the two main contenders, Rise and School House, met in the semi-final, with Rise winning 4—I. The final was therefore a formality, in which Rise retained the Water Polo Cup, beating Dronfield 4—o. School House beat Temple 4—o to win the Junior Competition. Finally we must thank Mr. Owen-Barnett, our coach, whose hard work has been so invaluable to the club at all age group levels. M.J.T.

RESULTS Under 19

Dewsbury A.S.C. Won 4-3 (Johnston, Kershaw, Tyson, Hindhaugh). Bradford G.S. Won 5-3 (Tyson 3, Kershaw, Hindhaugh). YORKSHIRE & HUMBERSIDE CHAMPIONSHIP; Doncaster G.S. Won 2-1 (Hindhaugh 2). Rishworth. Won 5-4 (Johnston 2, Kershaw, Tyson 2). Final—Brooksbank. Lost 2-3 (Hindhaugh 2). Ampleforth. Won 7-4 (Tyson 4, Kershaw, Johnston, Irwin).

Under 16 Dewsbury A.S.C. Lost 3-4 (Kershaw 2, Gee). Bootham. Won 8-0 (Kershaw 7, McDonald). Ampleforth. Drew 1-1 (Kershaw). Bradford G.S. Won 6-4 (Gee 3, Fallow, McDonald, Kershaw).

TABLE TENNIS As there was no local schools league available in this age group, the under 19 team was once again entered in the 6th division of the York and District Adult League. 18 of the 22 matched played were won. School matches were not very numerous. There were two hard fought encounters with Moor Grange and Allerton Grange in Leeds, both of which were drawn, and a convincing win against Bradford Grammar School. The team won the North Yorkshire Knockout Competition, and as a result represented the county in the area finals in January, where they were eliminated from the national competition. The following represented the School in matches at this level: M. Blackburn (Captain), H. Pease, M. Raheem and S. Dixon. The under 16 team took part in a local schools competition and won all their matches except those against Knavesmire School, finishing runners up in the league. They also finished runners up in the North Yorkshire Knockout Competition, losing in the final to Stokesley School. The team was chosen from T. Blackburn (Captain), P. Moayyedi, R. Kirby, S. Woollons and D. Williamson. P.L.H. 113

CAMBRIDGE LETTER May Week: June, 1979 Several informal O.P. dinners have been held this year, as usual, as well as an immense tea in honour of G. Fawkes, Esq., O.P., in Richard Sharpe's rooms; the other principal events have been the now annual party after Cambridge Regatta, when we are especially pleased to welcome present members of the School and O.P.s from the mud-brick universities, and the so-called Literary Luncheon, when this collection of half-truths is fabricated. Senior O.P. and man of letters is Richard Sharpe (Temple 1967-72), whose published writing this year has been confined to contributions to such popular journals as `Eriu' and Tigse'. He has continued his rise towards the Head of the River and is now a regular boat oarsman. Unlikely to leave Trinity in the near future, a porter has said of him, 'They'll put up a statue when that chap leaves.' Ph.D. students Richard Harland and Paul Townsend (both Manor, 1968-73) have continued active in lab, office and elsewhere this year: Paul has played hockey for Christ's, while Richard has been playing regular away matches in London. Our other graduate, James Harrison (Queen's, 1969-74) led a Corpus rugby tour to Jersey this year and was returned by courtesy of Larry 0. Watsaprin of the local constabulary. He leaves Cambridge without an oar, but with the distinction of having coached the fastest women on the Cam. Alone in the third year is Ian Heavens (Temple, 197o-75), a mathematician who has developed a sudden interest in legal matters. Oarsman and cox, he now claims that the notorious Clare-Homerton Badminton Club of previous O.P. letters never even existed. Other notable sportsmen in Clare are Christ `Yorkshire Grit' Harland (Manor) and Stuart Newstead (Queen's both 197176). A blue, and next year's university squash captain, Chris confines his aquatic interests to Trinity fountain. Stuart has been particularly active in college cricket, football and hockey; has represented the university in the Varsity Arres Match and has also been involved in the Clare Punts and May Ball, He regards as his major achievement this year the restoration of the late-night bar; the college is paying him to go away this summer. Our sole political hack is Howard Gatiss (Queen's, 1971-76), C.U.C.A. member, Trinity J.C.R. secretary and economic adviser; he describes himself as somewhere to the right of Genghiz Khan. This year his musical prowess has been largely restricted to the famed Corpus Bar Piano, where he has displaced the Dean of College as our resident accompanist. Christ Hirst (Temple 1971-6), in St. John's, was unlucky to miss a cross-country half-blue this year, but made up for it by winning the Boundary Run (for the second year running) and the Varsity Orienteering Match; being an orienteer, he has changed to physics. Across the backwater from Chris lives Julian Turner (Queen's, 1971-76), our star oarsman and stroke of Magdalene 1st boat. A May-ball profiteer, he still insists on wearing a cravat for his rare appearances in the engineering labs. At the other end of the rowing scale is Graham Pattie (Temple, 1971-76), whose boat failed to secure a place on the river. Occasional vegetarian and founder-member of the short-lived Caius smoothies society, his Acapulco style has seemingly failed to impress his landlady. Graham is a Stop Pre 114

reporter, and photographer, as well as Scientific and Expeditions Officer for C. U. U.E. G. A man who does go to the theatre, however, is Opera-buff and ringswopper, Alan Heavens (Temple, 1972-77); although he has another year to go at Churchill, he is already resolved to go the way of all flesh as soon as he leaves. His contemporary, Geoff Brown (Grove, 1972-77), has no such intentions this year after a strangely quiet May Ball; he has devoted his attention more to academic affairs since he won the Roman law prize last year. With Geoff in Emmanuel is Phil Lancaster (Temple, 197 2- 77)— rumoured to be sponsored by Wilkinson Sword—who entertained us to an excellent dinner earlier in the year. Of the other three first-year men, Duncan Fawthrop and Martin Turner (both Grove, 1972-77) are heart-warming vets. Martin, from Caius, was observed at Jesus May Ball, while Duncan shows sufficient promise for selection for the O.P. Choir; Christ's having already accepted him. John Greaves (Temple, 1972-77) claims to have 'nothing to say', but has been a consistent performer at O.P. meetings and organised the regatta party. The two resident former members of the Masters' Common Room, Rob Wyke and Andrew Riley, have been seen the U.L. tea-room and Lion Yard respectively; reappearances have also been made by Guy Shuttleworth and Paul Nixon, former Fellow Commoners of Magdalene (1978) and Churchill (1973). Other regular visitors include, of course, John Mitchell, now a Very Important Articled Clerk in the City; Phil Challis, who is teaching for a year; Paul Withers and Chris Smith, who have returned to the fold of Coarse Rugby, and Andrew 'Tiger' Varley, of whom enough said. Finally, we welcome all next year's Freshers and bid au revoir to our three leavers. We look forward eagerly to the first O.P. dinner in Girton. The Cambridge Old Peterites.

SANDHURST LETTER For many people, Tuesday, 2nd January, 1979 simply meant the remains of a New Year's party hangover, or possibly the first day back at work after a well-deserved rest during the festive season. To some, however, it dictated the beginning of a completely new experience and hence the resurrection of the Sandhurst letter. By midnight on the 2nd January, the Standard Military Course Number zo (SMC 20) was assembled. The following morning saw two hundred new Officer Cadets undergoing instruction in the rudiments of drill. Officer Cadet Nigel Denison (Queens 1973-78) found himself in x3 platoon, commanded by a Royal Marine captain and a 6 ft. 6 in. Irish Guard colour sergeant, soon to be known as 'Uncle Ted'. Drill was like a religion to the colour-sergeants. Drill was not our only form of amusement, however. Exercises in such exotic places as Dartmoor, the Brecon Beacons and Salisbury Plain took up a fair amount of our time. The type of exercise varied. On some we would be digging trenches; not a pleasant experience, especially if they were halffull of water. On others we would have mock riots and have such things as pig-manure, half bricks, eggs and petrol bombs thrown at us. Pig manure 115

was especially offensive to the Arab cadets! The exercises were also designed to give us as little sleep as possible, and on one four day exercise, the average amount of sleep we had was about six hours. The Officer Cadets of SMC 20 had an easier time then those on the Rowallan Company course, however, as Richard Barker (School 1974-78) will be ready to tell anyone. They were woken up at unearthly hours of the night and told they were to be ready to go on exercise within the hour. Once on exercise they had to butcher their own rations. Life at Sandhurst is not all work, however. The social life is excellent. Parties are frequent and usually last till the very early hours of the morning and young ladies are brought from far and wide to attend. At the end of May a weekend was put aside for 'community work'. Thirteen platoon were assigned to an open air museum in Hampshire to help restore old farm buildings. On the Saturday the 'volunteers' removed 17,000 slates from an c.18th brickworks. As a reward for all this hard work a party was thrown in one of the restored buildings which was enjoyed by all until the charcoal fire in the centre got rather out of control. The platoon was allowed a weeks rest before it sampled the festivities of the June Ball, an occasion which will not be forgotten by anyone present. This coming September will see the arrival of another Old Peterite to Sandhurst, Jeremy Markwick-Smith (Grove 1973-78) who will be attending a three week pre-university course. He will not be alone, however, as Nigel Denison after being commissioned in August is returning to Sandhurst for a further six months training before joining the Green Howards. Richard Barker will be commissioned next April and should be joining the same regiment. J.N.D.

OLD PETERITE NEWS The Old Peterite Club's 88th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on 14th July. D. W. Grice, J. K. Hick, J. C. M. Rayson, J. C. Rounthwaite, D. T. Rumfitt and J. E. Smith were elected to serve on the General Committee. J. C. M. Rayson retired as York Secretary and the meeting thanked him for all his work in that position. R. D. Harding was elected to replace him. Thanks were also expressed to C. H. Lewis, who had retired after many years of service as a member of the committee and as the London Secretary Regional dinners were announced as follows: West Riding: Thursday, 8th November, 1979, at Stonleigh Hot Wakefield. London: Friday, znd November, 1979, at the Great Western R o Hotel, Paddington. East Riding: Friday, 30th May, 198o, at the Bell Hotel, Driffield. The Headmaster, P. D. R. Gardiner, was thanked for all that he had done for the Old Peterite Club and was elected an Honorary Life Member of tht Club. 116

K. M. Ratcliff, the President of the Old Peterite Club, would like to thank all those Old Peterites who so generously contributed to his appeal on behalf of Peter Gardiner. He was able to give Peter Gardiner a cheque for a considerable sum of money at the Old Peterite Dinner on 15th July. COMMEMORATION, 1980 It was announced that the 198o Commemoration would be held on 12th July. TIES

O.P. Club ties are available from the Hon. Secretary, D. Kirby, The Rise, 41 Clifton, York. Price—£2.25 each.

LONDON OLD PETERITE DINNER The London Old Peterite Dinner was held at the Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, London, on 24th November, 1978. Present: The President (K. M. Ratcliff), The Headmaster, R. A. Brindley, N. A. J. Brindley, A. C. Brown, M. L. Bywater, R. F. Cawood, J. C. Cousins, P. J. Dronfield, R. A. Field, H. W. P. Fisher, J. F. Franklin, M. G. A. Garbutt, C. W. Gibson, G. E. L. Graham, J. A. Hanson, F. H. Hillyard, J. M. Holt, A. J. King, D. Kirby, T. J. Lewis, C. J. Pattison, C. J. Quickfall, E. M. H. Ranson, D. E. Raynor, J. C. Richardson, A. A. Short, D. N. Simmons, A. E. Simpson, A. B. Smallman, C. J. A. Smith, R. A. Stratton, C. W. Thompson, D. A. Turnbull, F. J. Wiseman.

The next London dinner will be held on 2nd November, 1979, and applications may be made to K. M. Ratcliff, 'Dormers', 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Beckhamsted, Herts. Tel. No. 04427-73123 (home) or or-821-2445 (office).

The Club, as ever, is indebted to Tony Short, for his arrangements at the Great Western Hotel.

THE OLD PETERITE WEST RIDING DINNER, 1978 The Old Peterite West Riding Dinner was held on 2nd November, 1978, at the Stoneleigh Hotel, Wakefield. Again it followed the tradition of being the only Old Peterite Dinner to which wives and girl-friends are invited. An innovation this year, however, was the invitation of a guest speaker, Dr. Michael Green, a distinguished forensic pathologist from Leeds. His account of his researches into the diverse meanings of the word Peterite, past and present, revealed several criminal connotations which greatly amused his audience. A raffle was held during the evening and this raised the sum of £18 for the school appeal fund. An excellent meal was provided by the proprietors of the hotel, and the venue proved to be both popular and successful. The 1979 Dinner will be held at the same venue on the first Thursday in November again, 1st November! Further particulars will be circulated to W.R.O.P.s whose whereabouts are known, but I would be pleased to hear from anyone who has not attended a W.R. Dinner recently and would like to attend in 1979. I may be contacted at Wakefield (0924) 60841 (business), or (0924) 256962 (home). My address is: Ashton House Veterinary Hospital, 69 Westgate End, Wakefield, West Yorks. 117

Members of the club who attended in 1978 are as follows:— F. N. Parkin and Guest R. W. Peacock and Guest J. J. Rhodes and Guest D. H. Rhodes and Guest G. W. Smith and Guest R. D. Harding J. R. Woodcock J. C. Abel and Guest R. Hopkinson and Guest Headmaster and Wife Dr. M. and Mrs. Green

C. W. Thompson and Guest P. D. Woodcock A. R. Barratt and Guest W. M. Hudson and Guest H. Gration and Guest J. E. Moore and Guest R. W. Metcalfe and three Guests M. J. Kent and Guest G. F. B. Mitchell and Guest G. D. Parkin and Guest I. T. Parkin and Guest

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB EAST RIDING DINNER The East Riding Dinner was held at the Bell Hotel, Driffield, on Friday, 25th May, 1979. The toast of 'The School' was proposed by the President, K. M. Ratcliff. In the absence of the Headmaster, D. Kirby responded for St. Peter's and J. C. M. Rayson for St. Olave's. Those present were:— Frank, C. Potter, B. The President (K. M. Ratcliff) Allen, B. Armstrong, R. G. Atkinson, D. P. Atkinson, J. S. Atkinson, P. S. Blissett, J. D. Browne, F. D. Bulmer, G. Bulmer, H. C. Burdass, C. M. G. Burdass, R. Clegg, C. A. Dawson, J. R. Dee, C. C. Dimmey, S. H. Dodgson, M.

Gooder, F. Gooder, P. Heap, B. A. Hepworth, M. G. B. Homby, M. R. Hudson, T. F. H. Humble, J. Jobling, G. M. Johnston, D. P. Kirby, D. McNeil, C. Mcllroy, W. S. Megginson, J. S. Megginson, P. R. B. Ogley, D. M. Penty, A. D. Pexton, R. D.

Powell, W. L. Rayson, J. C. M. Rounthwaite, J. C. Shepherd, P. M. Shepherd, P. N. Shepherd, P. W. Smith, G. W. Smith, J. E. Starkey, J. H. Swiers, J. Thompson, C. W. Tindall, R. Tomlinson, N. E. Ward, D. Wood, H. L.

OLD PETERITE CLUB ANNUAL DINNER The Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 14th July, 1979, in the School Dining Hall. The toast of 'The School' was proposed by the Immediate Past President, F. N. Newdick, and the Headmaster responded. The toast of `The Old Peterite Club' was proposed by G. Long and the President, K. M. Ratcliff, responded. The President then presented a silver salver and a cheque to the Headmaster as a farewell gift from the Old Peterite Club. The Club is again indebted to the School Catering Staff for the excellent meal provided. Those present were:— The President The Head of School Bainbridge, M. W. (K. M. Ratcliff) (J. F. Ellison) Barron, D. J. The Headmaster Abbott, J. Blissett, J. D. The Hon. Secretary Adams, L. Bretherton, D. C. (D. Kirby) Aldridge, J. T. Brindley, R. A. Allen, B. The Hon. Treasurer Bronk, R. A. C. (J. E. Moore) Atha, A. T. Brown, C. A. F. The Bursar Atkinson, P. Brown, J. C. (Col. J. P. F. Abbott) Atkinson, P. S. Bruce, R. M. 118

Quirke, D. M. A. Hirst, C. J. Bulcock, R. J. Ranson, E. M. H. Hirst, D. Burdass, C. M. C. Raylor, J. M. Hobson, R. Burn, G. R. Rayson, J. C. M. Hubbard, R. H. Burn, M. Richardson, J. C. Hudson, R. Chilman, K. G. Robinson, C. A. Hudson, T. F. Clappison, J. W. Rounthwaite, J. C. Humble, J. G. Clark, J. J. Ruddock, G. F. Jackson, Z. Clement, C. Ruddock, R. H. D. Jesper, D. G. S. Collingwood-Gittins, R. Rumfitt, D. T. Jobling, G. M. Creasey, B. Sedman, E. C. Johnson, A. Cummin, D. G. Shepherd, Sir P. Johnston, D. P. Darley, P. M. Shepherd, P. M. Kent, M. J. Dench, P. G. R. Shepherd, P. N. Knowles, G. Denison, E. A. K. Shepherd, P. W. Lethem, J. A. Denison, J. A. Shuttleworth, G. M. Le Tocq, L. C. Depledge, R. G. Simpson, A. E. Lockwood, P. A. Dresser, S. Smith, W. Long, G. Freanside, F. Stabler, D. A. McIlroy, W. G. Fenwick, S. Stansfield, L. Magson, N. J. Frost, J. R. Stevens, R. A. Mitchell, G. F. B. Gargan, M. F. Stringer, H. Morris, P. A. Gillett, J. Thomas, J. S. M. Newdick, B. M. Hall, M. S. Thompson, C. W. Newdick, F. N. Hamilton, D. H. Thompson, E. G. Newdick, J. M. Harding, G. W. Turner, J. Newdick, P. A. Harding, J. T. Varley, A. J. Parkin, F. N. Harding, R. D. Wallace, S. Parkin, G. D. Harding, R. F. Wiggle, I. P. Penty, A. D. Harland, C. C. Woolley, C. J. Penty, J. R. Harris, P. L. Young, J. J. Penty, P. R. Heap, B. A. Yule, G. S. Phillips, D. M. H. Heavens, I. P. Procter, P. J. Hepworth, M. G. B. Pulleyn, R. F. Hick, J. K. It is regretted that ten names are not listed. Unfortunately a number of tickets were booked without the names of these Old Peterites being given.

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President K. M. Ratcliff, Esq., 'Dormers,' 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamsted, Herts. Past Presidents P. S. Atkinson, Esq., `Greystones; Garton, Driffield, North Humberside. J. A. Hanson, Esq., 'Montclair,' II Newton Drive, Accrington, Lancashire. T. J. Lewis, Esq., O.B.E., Sway Wood Paddock, Mead End Lane, Sway, Nr. Lymington, Hants. F. N. Newdick, Esq., `Talgarth; 134 York Road, Haxby, York. F. W. B. Pacey, Esq., O.B.E., 'The Cantens,' Ruebery Lane, Osmotherley, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 3PG. C. W. Thompson, Esq., 2 Brinkburn Vale Road, Totley, Sheffield. 119

Vice-Presidents

The Headmaster, St. Peter's School, York. K. G. Chilman, Esq., 71 Meadowfields Drive, Huntington Road, York. J. Dronfield, Esq., O.B.E., Askham Bryan, York YO2 3QS. Brigadier C. C. Fairweather, C.B., C.B.E., 'The White Lodge,' Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland. The Rt. Rev. M. H. Harland, 'White Chimneys,' Rookwood Road, West Wittering, Nr. Chichester, West Sussex. Sir Philip R. Morris, C.B.E., Bryncoedifor Vicarage, Rhydymain, Dolgellau, Gwynedd. Hon. Secretary

D. Kirby, Esq., The Rise, 41 Clifton, York, and St. Peter's School, Yor Hon. Treasurer

J. E. Moore, Esq., `Mylncroft,' i Mylnhurst Road, Sheffield. District Hon. Secretaries West Riding: G. D. Parkin, Esq., `Woodhayes,' 26 Chevet Lane, San

Wakefield, West Yorkshire. North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, 'Croft End,' 297 Wigan Lane, Wig

WNi 2QY. North East: D. L. Brown, Esq., 4o Carmel Road South, Darlington. East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, Esq., `Greystones; Garton, Driffield, North

Humberside. York: R. D. Harding, Esq., Alcuin House,

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P. M. Darley, Esq., i i The Paddocks, Boroughbridge Road, York YO2 6AW. J. A. Denison, Esq., Manor Court, Skelton, York. Dr. G. E. L. Graham, 'Croft End,' 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan WNI 2QY. D. W. Grice, Esq., 86 Welham Road, Norton, Malton, North Yorkshire. R. F. Harding, Esq., Filmer Cottage, Bulmer, York. M. G. B. Hepworth, Esq., Bell House, Askham Bryan, York. J. K. Hick, Esq., 'Mole End', i Newdale, Usher Park, Haxby, York YO3 8LN. D. C. Holmes, Esq., 18 The Avenue, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. L. C. Le Tocq, Esq., 12 St. Peter's Grove, York. D. M. H. Phillips, Esq., Aldersley Farm, Holt, Wrexham, Clwyd, North Wales. E. M. H. Ranson, Esq., 17 Carleton Avenue, Simonstone, Nr. Burnley Lancs. J. C. M. Rayson, Esq., 2 St. Olave's Road, York, and St. Olave's School, York. J. C. Richardson, Esq., The Forge, Little Ouseburn, York. J. C. Rounthwaite, Esq., 221 Boroughbridge Road, York. D. T. Rumfitt, Esq., St. Olave's, 3oA Westfields, Richmond, North Yorkshire. D. N. Simmons, Esq., 113 The Oval, Brookfield, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, J. E. Smith, Esq., `Beechcroft; Kilnwick, Driffield, North Humberside. E. G. Thompson, Esq., 'West Winds,' 4 Moor Lane, Haxby, York. 120

NEWS OF OLD PETERITES

Births DARLEY. To Paul and Margaret (nae Kitching) on 1st February, 1979, a son, Philip Anthony. (Queen's, 196o-66.)

Marriages HUNTLEY, W. G., married Gillian Reeves, at St. John's Church, Sunderland, on 19th August, 1978. (Rise, 1968-72.)

Deaths BUTLER, Sqn. Ldr. H. A., on 3rd July, 1979. (1926-32.) GREEN, Sub. Lt. P., on 22nd July, 1979. (1957-79.) HARNESS, J., on 21st April, 1979. (Dronfield, 1977-78.)

BEADLE, J. J., has gained a First Class degree in the Honour School of English Language and Literature from Oxford University. (Queen's, 1969-74.) COOPER, Revd. J. J., has been instituted to Westborough with Dry Doddington and Stubton in plurality with Claypole by the Bishop of Lincoln. (Queen's, 1958-64.) GRIFFITHS, J. C., has been appointed Attorney General of Hong Kong. (School, 1944-50.) HALSTEAD, A. R. J., has gained a B.A. in Architecture from Leeds School of Art. He is now going to work for a year in Bahrain for a British Company. (Temple, 1970-75.) HARRISON, R. L., has been working for Perkins Engines in Brazil for the last five years and is now Development Testing Supervisor. He is married and a daughter was born in May of this year. (Queen's, 1963-67.) HEADLAM, A. M., after lecturing for a number of years at the Universities of Nice and Nanterre and at the Sorbonne, has completed a doctorate on Samuel Beckett. He is at present Senior Lecturer in French at Oxford Polytechnic and Field Chairman of the Honours B.A. Course in French Contemporary Studies. (Temple, 1957-62.) JANES, P. N., has graduated from Edinburgh University with B.V.M. & S., M.R.C.V.S. (Temple, 1969-74.) JOHNSON, R. S., is now Managing Director of Redditch Controls Ltd. in Alcester, a company manufacturing equipment for dispensing beer and drinks. He is also a Director of I.M.I. Drinks Dispense Ltd., part of the I.M.I. Group. (Dronfield, 1964-68.) KIRBY, T., is the Regional Licensed Property Valuer (Yorkshire) and Regional Secretary of the British Field Sports Society. (School House, 1951-56.) MOXON, N. P., has graduated at the Officer Cadet Training Unit, R.A.F. Henlow, and has started his training as a pilot at R.A.F. Church Fenton. (Queen's, 1969 -74.) 121

O'DONNELL, G., was promoted Captain, Royal Navy, in December, 1978, and commanded H.M.S. Ark Royal for the final six months of her life. He has since been appointed as Admiral's Secretary to the Commander-in-Chief Naval Home Command in Portsmouth. He is still keen to hear from anyone with a 1350 Commemorative Plate for sale. (Manor, 1946-50.) POWELL, W. B., has been appointed Consul (Commercial) in charge of the Commercial Department at the British Consulate-General in Chicago. (Rise, 1947-51.) RODGERS, Sir John, Bt., D.L., M.P., has now been M.P. for Sevenoaks for thirty years. At present he leads for the Conservatives on the Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly, is chairman of the Group of Independents, Chairman of the Political Affairs Committee, Senior VicePresident of the Western European Union and Vice-President of the European League for Economic Co-operation. He has just been awarded the insignia of Grand Officier of the noble Order of Leopold II by King Baudoin. In addition to this, several other European countries, such as Spain, Portugal and Liechenstein, have conferred high honours on Sir John for the work he has done in Europe during the last twenty years.

HUGH LESLIE CREER (1881 - 1979) Distinguished both as a citizen of York and as an Old Peterite, Leslie Creer died in April, 1979 at the age of 98. He was at the School from 1893 - 1898 and had a fine sporting record, including colours for two years in the Cricket XI. In 1912 he became a member of the Old Peterite Committee and was President of the Club from 1955 - 1958. He was a founder member of the Old Peterite Masonic Lodge. During the first World War, Leslie Creer was commissioned in the 8th Volunteer Battalion the Prince of Wale's Own West Yorkshire Regiment. From 1927 - 1949 he was Clerk to the Governors of the School, and he himself became a Governor from 1949 - 1967 and was Vice-Chairman of the Board. In the City, Leslie Creer was a leading solicitor and a Justice of the Peace. In the Civic year, 1933 - 1934, he was Sheriff of York. We acknowledge with pride and thanks Leslie Creer's splendid service to the School and the City. D.G.C.

SUB-LIEUTENANT PAUL GREEN, 1957-1979 Paul won a scholarship to the Senior School in 1970. His commitment was total, and he distinguished himself both academically (thirteen '0' levels and four 'A' levels), and in extra curricular activities (School swimming and fencing teams, house athletics team, P.O. in the C.C.F.). During his years at the School, his mother presented a trophy which is now awarded annually to the most successful house water polo team. Of his many qualities, we shall remember especially his tenacity, his innate cheerfulness, his vigorous 122

leadership, and his reliability—qualities particularly apparent and appreciated when encouraging and instructing the younger cadets in the C.C.F. He was awarded a Royal Naval Scholarship in October, 1973, and took up his appointment at the Royal Naval College in 1975. On his new environment, his superior officers were quick to appreciate his talents, and were generous in their praise. In April, 1976, his Captain at Dartmouth writes to the School : `Midshipman Green is a pleasant and sensible young officer who has done well in training so far. He learns quickly, has proved to be completely reliable, and has shown ample determination to succeed. He is a firm leader with considerable drive and initiative, and can be expected to do well in the Navy. He has now been appointed to H.M.S. Mermaid before commencing his degree course at the Royal Naval Engineering College, Manadon.' Sea training, in fact, took him to Iceland, where he served in a frigate during the Cod War, to Barbados, Columbia, Mexico, Norway, and the Middle East. Paul had just completed successfully his degree course when, the week after playing at School in the Old Boys' water polo team, he died in a canoeing accident in the Royal Naval Championships on the River Awe at Taynuilt, Oban. Royal Naval Officers were pall-bearers at the funeral, and many others attended the service, during which the Revd. Michael Long spoke eloquently and aptly of Paul's conscious decision to 'opt in to life', with all the stimulation, challenges, rewards and hazards which such a decision involves. He leaves us with the warmest memories of his open sincerity and devoted commitment, and with a savage sense of shock at the tragic waste of a life and career which promised so highly. R.J.B.

JILLIAN HARNESS During Jillian's time with us she was a valued and lively member of her year and her enthusiasm and sense of fun were greatly appreciated in the school community. We were glad that she was able to visit us several times during the Autumn following the operation on her cancer, and her continued cheerfulness in the face of adversity helped put our problems into perspective. Jillian's death saddened us all, but her influence was such that the Memorial Service in the School Chapel was an inspiring and joyous occasion, paying tribute to and giving thanks for one who had helped to make the School a happier place in which to live. K.G.C.

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OLD PETERITE CLUB MEMBERS JOINING JULY 1979 1974-1979 Abbott, J. P. J. F., The White House, 28 Water End, Clifton, York YO3 6LP. 1977-1979 Anderton, Louise R., Fleet Bank Farm, Tollerton, York. 1974-1979 Andrews, S. J., 11A Stumperlowe View, Fulwood, Sheffield SIO 3QU. 1974-1979 Windsway,' Kensington Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX3 OHW. 1976-1979 Beaumont, I. D., 28 Nichols Way, Linton Park, Wetherby, West Yorkshire. 1976-1979 Blacker, A. W., Middlethorpe Grange, Simbalk Lane, Bishopthorpe, York. 1973-1979 Boyd, J. M., 116 Bury New Road, Whitefield, Manchester M25 6AD. 1974-1979 Brooke, D. A., 'Low Wood,' 33 St. Wilfrid's Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 6AA. 1974-1979 Buckle, S. M., Brooms House, Boroughbridge, York YO5 9JN. 1975-1979 Burdass, C. W., `Highfield; Thwing, Driffield, North Humberside. 1974-1979 Burton, R. D., Providence Green, Green Hammerton, York. 1974-1979 Carmichael, W. N., Little Swinburne, Colwell, Hexham, Northumbria. 1974-1979 Casling, T. J., 29 West Thorpe, Dringhouses, York. 1974-1979 Chadwick, C. J., 113 Askham Lane, Acomb, York. 1974-1979 Cuckston, P. G., 'The Hollies,' 36 Main Street, Haxby, York YO3 8AT. 1977-1979 Dalby, Wendy E., Orchard House, Great Barugh, Malton, North Yorkshire. 1975-1979 Ellison, D. M., 16 Allanhall Way, Kirkella, Hull, North Humberside. 1974-1979 Ellison, J. F., Dales Cottage, Wilsden Road, Harden, Bingley, West Yorkshire. 1976-1979 Etches, S. W., 'Woodside,' Loftus, Saltburn, Cleveland. 1974-1979 Fender, P. G., 8 White House Gardens, The Mount, York YO2 2EA. 1977-1979 Gillett, Jill C., 'Holly Garth,' Easingwold Road, Huby, Sutton-on-Forest, York YO6 1HJ. 1975-1979 Goodwin, S. J., 11 Nichol's Way, Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS22 4AD. 1977-1979 Gray Bridget, 19 Portland Street, York YO3 7EH. 1974-1979 Greenwood, P. D., Flat 14, Cameron House, 40 Magazine Gap Road, Hong Kong. 1974-1979 Hare, J. N. W., `Lyngarth; Escrick, York YO4 6LQ. 1976-1979 Ibbotson, P., Lodge Farm, Colton, Nr. Tadcaster, North Yorkshire. 1974-1979 Jemmett, N. J., 20 Ings Road, Wilberfoss, York YO4 5NG. 1974-1979 Johnson, P. M., 38 Thames Avenue, Guisborough, Cleveland TS14 8AE. 1975-1979 Kay, D. J., The Stables, Grey Close, Worsall Road, Yarm, Cleveland TS15 9EF. 1974-1979 Kerr, M. P., 'Haigh End,' Alne Cross, Alne, York YO6 2JD. 1974-1979 Leckenby, A. D., 18 Fenwicks Lane, Fulford, York. 1976-1979 Linton, R. e., Middle Burntoft Farm, Wolviston, Billingham, Cleveland TS22 5RD. 1974-1979 Lister, S. R., 58 Palace Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG14 1HA. 1976-1979 Macfarlane, D J. B., 30 Pear Tree Avenue, Upper Poppleton, York YO2 6HH. 1976-1979 Macpherson, A. R., 'Lindale,' 16 Midway Avenue, Nether Poppleton, York. 1974-1979 McCarter, P. E., 102 Acomb Road, York YO2 4ER. 125

1976-1979 Mainds, R. C. S., 5 Deramore Drive, Badger Hill, York YO1 5HW. 1976-1979 Megginson, A. F., Kirkburn Grange, Driffield, North Humberside. 1977-1979 Miller, K., 34 Elm Street, Jarrow, Tyne and Wear NE32 5JD. 1974-1979 Mortimer, W. N. B., The Grange, Staveley, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. 1974-1979 Nield, R. D., 8 The Avenue, Clifton, York. 1974-1979 Power, M. J., Plainville Farm, Wigginton, York. 1976-1979 Prendergast, J. A., Gate Fulford Cottage, Fenwick Lane, Fulford, York Y01 4PL. 1976-1979 Prescott, A. R., Wold House, Lund, Driffield, North Humberside Y025 9TW. 1974-1979 Quirke, M. F., 11 Clifton Dale, York YO3 6LJ. 1974-1979 Raheem, M. A., 13 Chalfonts, Tadcaster Road, York YO2 2EX. 1974-1979 Raylor, T., Ivy House Farm, Stockton Lane, York YO3 9UB. 1972-1979 Rayson, I. C. M., 2 St. Olave's Road, Clifton, York. 1976-1979 Rooms, D. J., 5 Wolfreton Garth, Kirkella, Hull, North Humberside. 1974-1979 Rymer, C. G., 29 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 ODJ. 1977-1979 Sampson, Anna G., Newton Kyme Hall, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS24 9LR. 1974-1979 Shilleto, S. J., 32 Holgate Road, York YO2 4AB. 1974-1979 Shuttleworth, N. D. The Manor, 1 St. Peter's Grove, Clifton, York. 1974-1979 Spencer, C., 'Field Gap,' Trip Garth, Linton Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS22 4HY. 1974-1979 Squire, N. Ileathfield,' Lordsmoor Lane, Strensall, York YO3 8XF. 1977-1979 Stringer, Helen S., Holme House, Carleton, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 3RL. 1974-1979 Sunley, M. C. J., Lownethwaite Farm, Reeth Road, Richmond, North Yorkshire. 1977-1979 Tapp, Janine V., Bridge House, Cattail, Green Hammerton, York. 1976-1979 Taylor, J. R. C., 13 Markham Street, York YO3 7NR. 1977-1979 Thorpe, Prudence A., aillinbeck,' Chantry Green, Upper Poppleton, York YO2 6DL. 1974-1979 Townsend, N. G., `Greystones,' 235 Carmel Road North, Darlington DL3 9TF. 1974-1979 Tyson, M. J., 'Four ways,' Park Street, Winterton, Scunthorpe, South Humberside DN15 9UB. 1976-1979 Watson, J. D. F., St. Helen's Farm, Newton Kyme, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire. 1977-1979 Whatmoor, N. W., Tanglewood Restaurant, Malton Road, York YO3 9TW. 1974-1979 Wilson, J. P., c/o Mobil Exploration Norway Inc., P.O. Box 563, Sandvika 1301, Norway. 1976-1979 Worner, C. M., Corner House, Marton-cum-Grafton, York.

O.P. CHANGES OF ADDRESS-1979 Addey, J. F. W., Canonbury House, London N1 2NQ. Anderson, T. D. F., 209 New King's Road, London N.W.6. Anfield, J. R., `ViIlene,' 15 Green Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9DP. Avison, B. J., 34 Fixby Road, Fixby, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD2 2JQ. Baddeley, W. D., Brown Street Farm, Old Newton, Stowmarket, Suffolk. Beall, C. H., Flat 11, 11 North Hill Road, Headingley, Leeds, 6. Beaumont, F. C., 31 Baeamont Gardens, Ham, Richmond, Surrey. 126

Best, A. D., Dr., 130 Beverley Road, Kirkella, Hull, North Humberside. Bird, D. J., 'Woodlands,' Closewood Road, Denmead, Hants. P07 6JD. Bloomfield, A., 39 Ouse Lea, Shipton Road, York. Bond, C. J. D., 2 Brentwood Gardens, 72 Campsground Road, Rondebosch 7700, Cape Town, Republic of South Africa. Bretherton, D. C., Drungewick Hill, Drungewick Lane, Loxwood, West Sussex. Brown, C. A. F., 25 Elmfield Avenue, Malton Road, York YO3 9LX. Brown, J. P., Swiss Cottage, Moor Lane, Bishopthorpe, York. Bruce, R. G., Sandy Mount, Victoria Road, Aughton, Lancashire. Bruce-Jones, S., Department of Geography, University of Bristol, University Road, Bristol, 8. Burn, G. N., 'Valhalla,' 7 Tadcaster Road, Copmanthorpe, York YO2 3UL. Burn, S. M., 'Valhalla,' 7 Tadcaster Road, Copmanthorpe, York YO2 3UL. Burton, D. J. G. B., `Craigleith,' Prescot Avenue, New Barn, Longfield, Kent. Cawood, R. F., 391 Watford Road, Chiswell Green, St. Albans, Herts. Clement, C., 21 Barmoor Lane, Scalby, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Y013 ONX. Cooper, J. J., The Rev., Stutton Rectory, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 5BY. Coverdale, S. P., 1 Heathfield Lane, Boston Spa, Nr. Tadcaster, North Yorkshire. Dickie, A. V. A., 45 Laleham Avenue, Mill Hill, London N.W.7. Eggleshaw, R. C., 106 Bellenden Road, Peckham, London S.E.15. Ferrar, A. N., Dr., 25 The Glen, Bolton, Lancs. Field, R. A., Dr., Woodlands Lodge, Rodenhurst Road, Clapham Park, London SW4 8AB. Fletcher, P. H., 23 School Lane, Haslingfield, Cambridgeshire. Frank, C., `Stoneridge; Deepdale, Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Gomersall, A., 131 Biddiford Green, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 7TL. Goodwin, I. C., 11 Nichol's Way, Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS22 4AD. Green, D. G., 88 Thorndale, Sutton Park, Hull, North Humberside HU7 6DQ. Grove-Stephenson, J. C., 8 Hawnby Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS5 7QS. Harrison, R. L., Motores Perkins S.A., Caixa Postal 30.028SP, Sao Paulo SP., Brazil. Heap, B. A., 4 Lime Avenue, York. Hillyard, F. H., 28 Hillview Road, Hatch End, Pinner, Middlesex HA5 4PA. Hirst, C. J., Bowland House, Cliffe Common, Selby, North Yorkshire YO8 7EE. Holgate, E., 42 Scalby Mills Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Y012 6RW. Holgate, E. M., 42 Scalby Mills Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Y012 6RW. Howard, W. M., `Larchfield; Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, Strathclyde G84 9JL. Huntley, W. G., 43 Highside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. Hutchinson, C., Major, 5 Richmond Close, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey. Jenkins, P., Stolzengrabenstr 45, 6517 Oberwie, Switzerland. Johnson, R. S., 6 Arrow Grange, Arrow, Alcester, Warwickshire. King, A. J., 67 Windermere Road, Coulsdon, Surrey. King, C. D., 'Aloha,' Elphinstone Road, Whitecraigs, Glasgow G46 6TE. King, H. A., 'Big Muddy,' Lilac Avenue, Appleton Roebuck, York. Kirby, F. A. L., 11 Dewar Close, Collingham, Wetherby, West Yorkshire. Knowles, P. E., `Greentrees; 46 Boroughbridge Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 8BN. 127

Lambert, R. F., 'Willow Green,' Slingsby Walk, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 8LL. Lightowler, J. C. P. N., 1 Belle View Cottages, Osmotherley, Northallerton, North Yorkshire. Moore, C. R., 'Broad Acres,' The Old Coach Road, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS24 8HA. Morris, P. A., Holly Garth House, Holly Tree Garth, Stockton-onForest, York YO3 9UW. Motum, J. H., 'Long Barton,' 5 Northbrook Road, Shapwick, Bridgewater, Somerset. Nelson, S. G., 18 Clifford Road, Poynton, Cheshire SK12 1HY. Oliver, R. W., Lt., The White House, Main Street, Alne, North Yorkshire YO6 2LB. Parkin, I. T., 15 The Balk, Walton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Pattinson, J. M., 3 The Elms, Elmfield Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-uponTyne NE3 4BD. Platt, W. G., Dr., 9 Glebelands Drive, Leeds, 6. Powell, W. B., British Consulate General, 33 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602, U.S.A. Reed, E. M., 19 Glebelands, Pulborough, Sussex. Rigg, H. W. J., Wg. Cdr., c/o Williams & Glyns Bank Ltd., Holt's Branch, Whitehall, London, S.W.1. Rounthwaite, D. P., South Way, East Ord, Berwick-upon-Tweed. Sanderson, N. M., 29 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire. Seaton, N. R., 18 Westlands Grove, Stockton Lane, York. Sedman, E. C., 4 Shooters Hill, Pangbourne, Berkshire RG8 7DU. Shepherd, C. S., 15 St. Edward's Close, Dringhouses, York YO2 2QB. Sheriff, E., Eagles House, Newtown, Powys, Wales. Shouksmith, R. P., 10 Muncastergate, York. Shubrook, D. C., Sqn. Ldr., Officers Mess, R.A.F., Newton, Nottingham NG8 8HL. Sim, D. L. W., 46 Horsefair Green, Stoney Stratford, Milton Keynes MKI1 1JP. Simpson, D. H. K., 43 Dale View, Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9EW. Smith, C. K., 5 Wellington Square, London, S.W.3. Staines, J. E., 5 Foxes Row, Brancepeth, Durham. Stemmler, P. A., Moody Cottage, Texas A & M, Galveston Texas, U.S.A. Stephenson, P. St. G., `Sunnyside,' Oakdene Avenue, Darlington DL3 7HR. Stones, D. I., 21321 Grant Avenue, Torrance, California 90503, U.S.A. Taylor, M. R., Brackenrigg Cottage, Wass, Coxwold, North Yorkshire. Thirwell, J. R. W., 76 Little Bushey Lane, Bushey, Hertfordshire WD2 3SE. Todd, G. M., 12 Muncastergate, York YO3 9LA. Tong Lop Bong, 70 Dragon Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 5DQ. Toulson, H., Stonedoor House, 59 Ackworth Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 3PG. Turnbull, D. A., `Marmfield; Sandpit Hall Road, Chobham, Woking, Surrey. Walker, E. R., 6 Temple Road, Bishopthorpe, York. Warren, D. E., Wg. Cdr., Officers Mess, R.A.F. Cosford, Wolverhampton. Watson, F. F., Bronte House School, Apperley Bridge, Bradford, West Yorkshire. Whittle, J. R., 120A Walm Lane, London, N.W.2. Winrow-Campbell, S. J., Bur Tree House, Hutton Sessay, Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Wishart, N. R., 'The Sheilings,' Libanus, Brecon, Powys, Wales. Yeadon, D. S., Hill Top Cottage, Boldron, Barnard Castle, County Durham.

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THE PETERITE Vol. LXXI

OCTOBER, 198o

No. 397

Editorial Committee:

Alistair Carder-Geddes, Christopher Ashurst, Michael Bowstead, Anthony Dixon, Ian Cramb, Andrew Fawthrop, Timothy Blackburn, Andrew Cochrane, Neil Harness and David Aspinall. Photographs: Lawrence Bleasdale. Edited by R. C. G. Drysdale, M.A.

PREFACE The Peterite caters for several different markets. Many readers rightly want a record of what has been going on in the School during the previous academic year. Parents and prospective parents want to gain an idea of the multitude of activities available. Some want to see evidence of the considerable artistic and literary talent in the School. Others expect a measure of entertainment. The Old Peterites, too, have a strong claim on the magazine as it was originally published with them in mind. These claims are not, of course, necessarily mutually exclusive. It is, however, difficult to satisfy all these competing interests equally and the end result is, inevitably, a compromise.

This year's magazine sets out to publish a greater number of original contributions and while the response to the Poetry competition was encouraging, the committee was disappointed by the comparative lack of interest in the Short Story and Photographic competitions. This edition of The Peterite is thus not exactly what the Editorial Committee wanted, but it is a step in that direction. It is hoped that next year's issue will contain more contributions from the wealth of talent in the School.

The Editor wishes to thank the many contributors to The Peterite and would welcome articles of general interest from Peterites past and present.

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Preface .. .. Editorial Presentation of Prizes .. Oxford and Cambridge Prize List .. .. .. Examination Results, 1980 .. .. Common Room Notes .. .. Valete .. Salvete .. School Notes .• InterView with the Headmaster .. .. .• .. .. Thirty Years On Result of "The Peterite" Opinion Poll .. .. The Chapel .. .. Chapel Flowers Comnlemoration Day .. Musid Notes .. .. .. Drama .. A Day's Climbing in Snowdonia .. Sahara Expedition — Easter, 1980 .. Norway, 1980 Cairngorms, 1980 .. .. .. Combined Cadet Force Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme .. .. The Harris Science Society The Northcote Parkinson Historical Society .. Young Farmers' Club .. Business Game •• .. •• .. .. The Chess Club "St. Peter's School, York, A.D. 627" — A Sequel .. Visit to Parliament by Lower VI Politics Set School Bird Ringing Scanner Appeal Day .. Visit to Munster .. House Notes Poetry Competition .. Poetry Folk Evening Crossword .. Athletics .. Cross Country

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EDITORIAL "Titanic sunk — one Aberdonian feared drowned." Such reputedly was the headline of an Aberdeen newspaper after the catastrophe in 1912. Whether this headline was ever printed I have yet to discover, but it does have a certain credibility and confirms the insularity found in many countries. Britain has had to be an outward looking country to survive and yet, paradoxically, in the context of the international community we are often too pre-occupied with our own relatively petty problems. The Media has much to answer for in this respect. A staggeringly high proportion of the world's population lives either on or below subsistence level. We see appalling images of starvation crawl across our television screens and die in front of our eyes. And yet the Media gives such disasters a comparatively low news-rating. Certainly if five people die in a London train crash it commands more attention than the rising tide of famine and lingering death in the Horn of Africa. We, in the western industrial democracies, are a small, affluent elite surrounded by a sea of world poverty. Too often the cries of the starving are ignored. Was the Chapel Collection of £55 from staff and pupils a realistic donation to the Kampuchean refugees dying in their hundreds each day from starvation ? And yet when our record is examined closely, as Richard Harding has done in his excellent chronological history of the School, it can be seen that if St. Peter's stands for anything, it is not insularity nor lack of commitment to the wider world. Generations of Old Peterites have made significant contributions in every walk of life.

This present generation will see more fundamental changes in their lives than any other. We are living in an age of "dissolving certainties", to borrow a phrase. It is for this reason that one of the major challenges facing education is not simply to produce exam success, but to make pupils more aware of the problems they will face not just as citizens of this country, but as part of the world community.

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PRESENTATION OF PRIZES 6th October, 1979 The Chair was taken by the Dean of York, the Chairman of the Board of Governors, and the prizes were distributed by Professor S. B. Saul, Vice Chancellor of the University of York. Mr. D. G. Cummin, the Acting Headmaster, started his speech by welcoming the Lord Mayor of York, the Lady Mayoress and the Vice Chancellor. He then continued: There can be no better way of keeping strong the links between the School and the City than to have here together the First Citizen, the ViceChancellor of the University and you Mr. Dean as our Chairman, reminding us of our close ties with the Minster. In echoing the words of welcome to our visitors that you have made Mr. Dean, may I add how very gratified we are that one of our Clifton Councillors is this year's Lord Mayor, making this a peculiarly local as well as a Civic occasion. In considering the past year I must first sadly refer to the deaths of three people closely connected with our community: In April, in the fullness of his years, Leslie Creer died: a distinguished citizen and a distinguished Old Peterite; President of the Club for many years, Clerk to the Governors and later a Governor himself — truly a man of whom both the City and the School are justly proud. I said that Leslie Creer died in the fullness of his years, and as though to remind us of the mystery of life, we lost two very young members of our community. The gentle Jillian Harness died in April. She had had to give up her school life knowing that she had not long, but she often came to see us and at every visit she made us all feel happier. Then in July, Paul Green was drowned in a canoeing accident. As a Sub-Lieutenant on the threshold of his career, he had just gained his Engineering degree in the Royal Navy and the future looked bright. We extend our sympathy to those who mourn their loss and we assure them that we remember them with pride and joy. As one having the responsibility to try to keep in good order the bridge between two Headmasterships, I am able both to look back to the past few years and forward to the future. It is with affection and admiration that I look back to Peter Gardiner's twelve years with us here. He brought us intellectual refreshment, and with his quiet and often subtle ways, effected changes in the life of the School that showed his determination to seek to fulfil the vision that he had. But as a practical schoolmaster he took an unstinting part in the day to day life of the School — in games, drama and all kinds of activities — and he was always accessible to masters and pupils alike. Peter Gardiner frequently reminded us that education is a process that has no proper connection with politics or social differences, and it is entirely characteristic of his honesty of purpose that, in seeking change for himself, he should find it in a school where the aim is exactly the same as in any other school and where only the environment is different. We who have worked with Peter Gardiner know that he will enrich those with whom he now works. We thank him for what he has done here and we wish him happiness and success. And now we look to the future, and we are ready to welcome Mr. Peter Hughes from Shrewsbury School. My contacts with Mr. Hughes make it dear that you and the Governors, Mr. Dean, have made a wise choice and that 3

we can look forward to the cautious development of new ideas that can only bring further prosperity to the School. Meanwhile we look back on the past year, and first I refer to academic achievements. You will see on the prize list the successes in entries to Oxford and Cambridge, and there is cause for particular congratulation to Nigel Pemberton who, at the age of 16, became an Associate of the Royal College of Organists. This is not the first time a boy at the School has achieved this distinction, but I think Nigel is the youngest to have done so here. A further individual distinction is the award to John Abbott of a National Open Scholarship to read Engineering as a civilian scholar, at the Royal Military College of Science. At the Ordinary Level of the G.C.E., the results were much as last year. Of the 91 Vth Form candidates, 10 passed tz subjects each and the overall percentage of passes (73%) is slightly down on last year, but in general we can say that all through the '0' levels the industrious were rewarded. A word of warning might not come amiss: there should be no relaxing of effort for any particular subject on the assumption that the subject can be taken again, as of right, in the autumn. For the first time this year all IVth Formers (95 of them) were entered for the Religious Studies '0' level paper, and the 6o passes again show this to be a worthwhile and promising innovation. Those 6o boys start the '0' level year with the confidence of having mastered at least one subject, 24 of them having taken a Maths paper as well and all of them passing — all but two of them with A grade. In the 'A' level examination the results were again impressive: in fact if you work out the percentages, the attainment of top grade passes is higher than last year. But what is more important is that more candidates are showing that four or more 'A' levels (rather than three) can become the norm for the able boy or girl. 45 candidates, in fact, took four or more 'A' levels, and they accounted for 46 of the total 55 A grade passes. I mention this statistic to follow the comments made by Mr. Gardiner last year about the Normal and Further Examination Scheme proposed by the Schools Council as a replacement for the present 'A' level. The purpose of the N. and F. Scheme is the very worthy one of broadening the base of a sixth-former's education, but we think we are already doing that here in three ways : first by the wide range of existing 'A' level courses available, second by the flexible use of the Alternative '0' level courses that can be taken halfway through a pupil's career in the sixth form, and third (and perhaps most important) by the General Studies courses taken by every sixthformer. These courses are designed in part to lead to one of the General Papers taken by all 'A' level candidates, but mainly to provide a wide range of interesting topics that we feel can only enrich a school education. Let me give some examples of the courses run by our own staff: Looking at Buildings, Ecology, and Musical Appreciation, to name but three. And these internal offerings are enriched by visitors, to whom we are very grateful, and again, some examples will show the range. Already this term we have had a presentation by one of our Governors, Mr. Michael Sinclair, on "The Business of Soccer". And how grateful we are to him for this comprehensive view not only of what happens behind the scenes, but the inclusion of a visit to a York City match as part of his presentation and needless to say, York City won the match. Later this term we shall have a lecture from Dr. Hogarth, a York University Biologist, on Dragons, and then a two-day visit from Mr. Colin Briant concerned with the School and Industry Project, this being to give sixth-formers a close look at the workings of industry. We hope that from this visit there may develop opportunities for pupils to spend a bit of time in an industry, not just looking round but actually participating in the work being done. 4

All in all we are alive to the need for the broad education and we hope that parents would never support a son or daughter who might be tempted to say, "That is not an exam subject — it's a waste of time". If they do, then either we have got it wrong or their children are not at the right school. And so to some of the many things we do here that have nothing directly to do with exams, but which give so many people an opportunity to develop enjoyable skills. There have been four important dramatic performances: a French Play, Horace, (and a second one will shortly be produced); Antigone (not in Greek or in French but in English) was performed by sixth-formers; Romeo and Juliet (the last production here by Peter Gardiner) was fraught with difficulties that made postponement necessary but was then beautifully performed; and earlier in the year we had the splendid production of The Yeomen of the Guard performed by both Schools and giving a marvellous outlet for the orchestra as well as the performers, and opportunities for the designers and lighting experts to combine in this memorable performance. Dramatic, but also highly scientific, was Mr. Hamilton's presentation The Rise and Fall of the Atom. He and his team made all their experiments look easy, and when we were told "this is one you can do for yourselves" some of us actually thought we might have managed it, although we probably did not try. We were involved in it all; we enjoyed it, and we were left with much to think about in the deep problems of atomic energy Among the many activities through which the friends of the School raise money for various causes we should mention in particular the splendid effort by The Manor (pupils and parents alike) at a Christmas auction in raising over L40o for the Body Scanner being provided in York. Committees are often suspected of being designed to cover up inactivity, but I should mention two School Committees formed during the year which are becoming very active: the Advisory Committee for the Environment of the School (A.C.E.S.) is made up of pupils and staff whose interest is to try to preserve and enhance the environment. The Committee has examined and made recommendations on buildings and traffic in the grounds, on treeplanting and litter. Those who have served on it feel that they have had the chance to take a constructive part in making the School a pleasanter place to live in. A second Committee is just getting off the ground. Its purpose is to publicise the events in the School and events outside which members of the School could usefully know about. It offers scope for initiative, for artistic skill and for the psychology of advertising. What we hope to achieve is not only greater awareness of what goes on in the School but also closer links with the City, of which we are a part. We would like to feel that some of the events in the School would be attractive to people outside — some lectures, some concerts and plays. Obviously invitations must be limited by space, but we would like to feel that what's on in St. Peter's can sometimes be open to a wider public. Reference to concerts reminds me that while we have a wealth of music in the School, as shown in concerts by the orchestra and by the wind band, in individual performances and in our choir, nevertheless as a School we are not good at singing. Sometimes a rather determined glumness seems to cover up the feeling that I am sure many must have that they would love to sing if they dared. Well, in the near future it may be that at short notice there will be invitations to come and sing for half an hour or so, and I am sure Mr. Pemberton will welcome parents as well. It could be worth trying and might make us more aware of the pleasure of community singing. Looking at activities away from the School, some spectacular expeditions have taken place during the year, one to the Sahara and one to Iceland by way of the Faroes, and a rugged climbing expedition to Snowdonia. I am sure that parents as well as boys are very grateful to the masters who organise these trips and maintain harmony in the parties they take with them. 5

THE PRIZEWINNERS, 1979•

An expedition of a different kind came for some privileged members of the C.C.F. — a week's voyage from the Firth of Forth to Portsmouth by way of the Skagerrak in H.M.S. Bristol — a spectacular example of the splendid opportunities open to members of the C.C.F., not least because it was free, since like all C.C.F. activities it was part of the training provided for cadets by the Ministry of Defence. Within the School itself the many societies have flourished throughout the year over all sorts of interests open to everyone. And now to look at the year's sport. I have not of course mentioned all the sports (competitive and otherwise) in which the School is involved, and if this part of the report seems to be too selective it is because I have tried to pick out aspects of School sport that show not only the successes but also the difficulties that we sometimes face. Thus I would say that Boating had a set-back when Mr. Brian Macdonald left, but nevertheless enjoyed a successful season having been kept going by Mr. Hughes and Mr. Daniel and further strengthened when Mr. Wootton arrived. And once again we thank the Boat Club Supporters who raised a good contribution in their summer dance. Hockey suffered more than for many years from appalling weather which prevented any outside hockey until well into the term. When they got their fixtures the 1st XI lost none of their matches, but next season is bound to be affected by the loss of a season's experience. Rugby football had a very good season, regularly fielding eight teams during the autumn term. The 1st XV had a season that ranked with that of 1949 when the School was unbeaten. They won all their normal inter-school matches on their northern circuit and had only one defeat in their East Anglia Tour when a make-shift XV lost by a try in the closing minutes of their first game. Among several outstanding players must be mentioned John Ellison, who represented England Schools in all Home Internationals and then in their highly successful tour of Australia and New Zealand. The Cricket XI had a very good season. The team was young but had a fine spirit and plenty of determination. There were no really outstanding players — it was rather a team in which everyone played their part. Only one inter-school match was lost, whilst five were won and the remainder drawn. As only the captain (Charles Burdass) and one other player have left School there is great promise for next season. There are two more matters that I want to report specifically: one is the recently completed chronology of the School which has been carefully collected and checked by Mr. Richard Harding, an Old Peterite, now Housemaster of Alcuin in St. Olave's. It is a very valuable factual addition to the Histories of the School, and we thank and congratulate Richard Harding for what we can properly call a labour of love. The other matter has in it a risk, for if generosity is recorded someone else may feel slighted. But in a world that all too often shows ill-will and division, a warm gesture from the past can bring only pleasure. Just before this term started I received a kind letter from Mr. Scott Cooper, who many years ago was Master-in-Charge of St. Olave's, and he enclosed a gift for the School of £r,000. And many who knew Scott Cooper will appreciate that the generosity lay as much in the gesture as in the amount. We have welcomed six new members of staff this term; their names are recorded in The Peterite; and earlier in the year we welcomed Mr. Paterson and Mr. Wootton; we wish them all a happy and successful time at St. Peter's. It seems that an Independent School is under pretty close scrutiny, particularly in its own locality, and such a School comes in for a good deal of criticism — some justified, some not. All of us in this community (pupils, 7

parents and staff) need to be aware of the importance of manners, appearance and conduct in keeping the School's good name What I have tried to show in this report is that some things in our record are better than others, that we try to be aware of what needs improving and to nourish what is good. We can I think look back without complacency but with some satisfaction, and certainly we look forward with confidence and with hope.

The prizes were then presented by Professor Saul. In his speech Professor Saul spoke of his concern for the cuts in education as well as the growing failure in many circles to realise what education was all about. Professor Saul was also depressed by the fact that those in authority often expected social scientists and economists to come up with solutions when what was asked for could not be solved.

OXFORD and CAMBRIDGE The following won awards :A. D. M. Barrell Open Scholarship at Corpus Christi College, Oxford ; for History and Latin. C. Bean

Open Scholarship at King's College, Cambridge, for Engineering.

C. R. Bronk

Post-Mastership at Merton College, Oxford, for Natural Sciences.

R. M. Barron

Open Exhibition at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, for History.

Amanda C. Rigby

Open Exhibition at Lincoln College, Oxford, for Mathematics.

The following won places :Worcester College, Oxford. (Law). R.DBurton Jill C. Gillett

Trinity Hall, Cambridge. (Law).

PRIZE LIST J. A. McGrath J. P. J. F. Abbott

NORMAN CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE K. H. RHODES PRIZE B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE

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J. A. McGrath

THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LATIN:

D. M. Noyes T. A. Kaner JS. R. Gorman WHYTEHEAD MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DIVINITY 1E. J. Smakman TOYNE EUROPEAN HISTORY PRIZE .. S. H. Giddings Senior Junior ..

GEOGRAPHY PRIZES:

D. S. Rusholme N. P. G. Davies A. J. Stubbs

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J. C. Neal

SIR LUMLEY DODSWORTH ESSAY PRIZE

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JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR

MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY:

B. A. R. Skrentny R. 0. B. Gardner R. D. Venable F. M. Simpson R. M. Craig RICHARD ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DRAMA { T. J. Raylor Amanda C. Rigby ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH: Katharine J. Denison Senior A. G. Whipp Junior W. S. Carr FRENCH ESSAY W. S. Carr GERMAN B. Saber .. FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN M. D. Bowstead DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS A. C. W. Campbell G. Cole D. J. Johnson PRIZES FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES D. R. Kaner Amanda C. Rigby C. J. E. Bird DAVIDSON PRIZE FOR CHEMISTRY C. R. Bronk WILCOX PRIZE FOR PHYSICS A. C. Gibson HANDICRAFTS PRIZE M. A. Lodge PADDY POWER PRIZE MUSIC PRIZES: f C. G. Broadbent Senior D. N. C. Pemberton B. C. Kaner Junior .. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PRIZES: R. D. E. Brown VIth Forms .. T. A. Kaner Vth Forms .. R. D. Venable IVth Forms R. K. R. Chilman IIIrd Forms

.. IVth Forms .. .. .. IIIrd Forms .. THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZE .. .. .. PRIZE FOR DEBATING

FORM PRIZES F. A. Craig T. A. Kaner D. N. C. Pemberton W. I. Sellers A. G. Whipp D. M. Davenport P. J. Drury S. R. Gorman E. J. Smakman J. C. Torlesse J. P. Atkinson G. G. B. Robinson D. H. Carr S. F. Bradbury

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IVth Forms IIIA .. IIIB' .. IIIB 2 .. .. IIIB' .. The WORK CUP was won by Grove

EXAMINATION RESULTS 1980 The following successes were achieved at Advanced Level:— Bilton, H. T. D. — Latin, Geography, Maths., General Studies. Noyes, D. M. — Latin, History, Maths., General Studies. Aagaard, P. V. — History, M.E.I. Maths. Adams, N. T. — English, Art, Economics. Anderson, I. G. — English, History, Economics, General Studies. Barnes, N. R. — English, History, Political Studies. Blenkinsop, A. J. — English, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Bowen-Rees, J. T. — Geography, Political Studies, Economics, General Studies. 9

Brown, R. D. E. — German, Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A), Further Maths., G Studies. Bulman, J. M. G. — English, History, General Studies. Butterworth, C. N. E. — Geography. Carr, W. S. — French (A), German, English (A), General Studies. Chapman, N. J. — History, S.M.P. Maths., Economics, General Studies. Collinson, A. J. — History, Geography, Political Studies. Cooper, J. — History. Dodman, J. R. — English, History. Fallow, D. C. — History, Geography, General Studies. Flintoff, G. A. — S.M.P. Maths., General Studies. Gardner, D. E. — Geography, Physics, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Hewitt, J. R. M. — English, History, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Hindhaugh, I. D. — Political Studies, Woodwork. Howie, J. H. — Geography, Economics. Irwin, C. E. — Geography, Political Studies, Economics, General Studies. Jemmett, R. P. — English, Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A), General Studies. Johnston, M. W. — English, General Studies. Kershaw, A. H. — History, Political Studies. Lodge, M. A. — English, History, Political Studies, General Studies. Miller, A. J. B. — English, Physics, Art, General Studies (A). Moodie, M. J. H. — English (A), Physics, S.M.P. Maths. (A), General Studies ( Neal, J. C. — French, History (A2), English, General Studies (A). Nettleton, W. G. — English, History, Economics. Pemberton, N. C. H. — Music (Al), General Studies. Powell, M. J. — English, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Reeve, I. J. — English, History, Political Studies, General Studies. Rusholme, D. S. — History, Geography (Al), Political Studies, General Studies. Shirtcliffe, J M. — English, Economics, General Studies. Stephenson, T. C. — English (A2), Physics, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Taylor, A. R. — German, Biology, Chemistry. Thornberry, G. — History, Political Studies. Tuck, A. B. — English, History, Political Studies. Waddington, M. J. — History. Waterworth, J. R. — History, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Bird, C. J. E. — Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), Further Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Bleasdale, L. G. — Chemistry, General Studies. Bronk, C. R. — Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), Further Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Cole, G. — Physics, Biology, S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Drinkwater, P. J. — Biology. Hicks, J. C. — M.E.I. Maths., Economics, General Studies. Johnson, D. J. — Physics (Al), Biology (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Kaner, D. R. — Physics (Al), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), Further Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). Mawby, S. J. — Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies (A). McGrath, J. A. — Physics (A2), Biology (A), S.M.P. Maths. (A), Chemistry (A), General Studies. Moore, J. E. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Needler, H. M. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Nield, M. J. — M.E.I. Maths., Woodwork. Norman, G. J. — Biology, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies (A). Precious, A. M. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry. Prest, S. W. — Biology, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry. Saber, B. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry. Stubbs, C. J. — Physics, M.E.I. Maths., Economics, General Studies. Wilson, I. G. — M.E.I. Maths., Economics, General Studies. Bowles, R. N. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Burdass, A. P. — Art, Economics. Campbell, A. C. W. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Coleman, T. C. J. — Chemistry, General Studies. Gair, J. D. — Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. 10

Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Studies. Guy, J. Batty, H. M. — French, German, Art. Denison, K. J. — French, English, History, General Studies. Morcom, K. G. — English, M.E.I. Maths. Rigby, A. C. — English (A), Physics (A2), S.M.P. Maths. (Al), Fur. Maths. (A), General Studies (A). Smith, R. E. — English, History, M.E.I. Maths., General Studies. Stancer, K. H. — English, History. Liddle, A. L. — Biology, S.M.P. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Plimmer, J. A. — Biology, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. Schofield, A. J. S. — Biology, M.E.I. Maths., Chemistry, General Studies. At Ordinary Level (Grades A, B or C) or C.S.E. Grade 1 :— Aagaard, A. R. (7); Atkinson, J. D. (7); Beaumont, D. A. (11); Beaumont, N. V. (6); Bell, C. R. W. (11); Bilton, G. R. M. (10); Bird, 0. J. (9); Boocock, R. W. (2); Bramley, R. (3); Brown, A. W. (3); Chippendale, M. L. (1); Clarkson, K. M. (7); Clayton, N. (6); Copley, A. P. (11); Craig, F. A. (12); Critchley, P. A. D. (9); Davie, I. D. (5); Dibb, R. F. (5); Dodman, P A (11); Drury, C. J. (8); Gair, R. J. (12); Gibson, A. C. (5); Hall, J. M. (4); Hall, N. J. (5); Hall, S. J. J. (9); Hameed, A. (3); Hamby, N. F. (10); Harrod, J. K. (9), Heap, C. J. A. (8); Heywood, M. J. (10); Hills, T. M. (12); Hirst, J. E. (11); Ijaz, M. (10); Jacques, C. A. J. (10); James, G. A. D. (8); Jewitt, A. M. (10); Jones, J. M. P. (1); Kaner, T. A. (12); Kean, D. T. (7); Kell, P. A. (5); Kirby, R. J. (12); Knocker, R. K. (9); Lawrence, J. C. (13); Ledger, R. A. (11); Lee, G. F. (6); Liddle, R. D. (2); Lomas, G. C. H. (10); McGrath, A. P. (11); Mcllroy, D. R. J. (10); McMeeking, A. R. G. (8); Midgley, S. M. (10); Minnighan, P. A. (9); Naylor, M. A. (6); Nendick, D. A. (9); Nichols, A. J. (12); Nield, J. C. (12); O'Farrell, J. P. (9); Orange-Bromehead, J. R. (12); Paterson, A. James (3); Paveley, D. J. (8); Pearson, M. (5); Pemberton, D. N. C. (12); Porter, A. M. (4); Powles, A. J. (8); Pulleyn, J. I. P. (1); Reed, M. W. (10); Robinson, J. (3); Sabey, R. N. (12); Saville, I. J. (9); Sellers, W. I. (12); Shuttleworth, A. J. (10); Simpson, A. J. N. (2); Simpson, J. P. B. (11); Slater, A. G. (7); Smith, R. H. (4); Smith, S. D. (10); Spence, R. W. (4); Stancer, W. W. (11); Sweetman, M. P. (9), Turner, G. M. (3); Wadhawan, R. (6); Warrington, T. C. St. J. (10); Weeks, R. I. (4); Whipp, A. G. (12); Williams, S. N. (11); Willink, M. D. (5); Wye, J. P. C. (12); Young, R. C. (3). —

COMMON ROOM NOTES Mr. D. G. Cummin was Acting Headmaster in the Christmas term.

Mr. D. E. P. Hughes took up his appointment as Headmaster in January. At the end of the Summer term Mr. D. G. Cummin retired after thirty-one years of service to the School. Mr. P. G. Croft was appointed Second Master and Mr. R. C. G. Drysdale was appointed Head of History. Mr. R. J. Bulcock became Contingent Commander of the CCF in May and has been appointed Housemaster of Temple House. Mr. I. J. Armstrong has left after seven years to take up a Maths appointment at Archbishop Holgate's Grammar School. Mr. A. G. Roberts has left after one year's teaching to go into the world of Insurance. Mrs. J. H. W. Drysdale has left after one year's part-time temporary appointment. The following new members of staff joined in September : Mr. S. A. Cranville, B.A. (Durham) to teach Economics and Mrs. S. D. Deacon, B.Sc. (Sunderland) to teach Mathematics. Those who knew Andrew Riley, a former assistant Chemistry master at St. Peter's between 1965 and 1972, will be sad to hear of his death from leukaemia in January, 1980.

VALETE DAVID CUMMIN David Cummin joined the Staff in 1949. He had served in the Royal Air

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Command. He then continued his education at Emmanuel College, Cambridge and The Department of Education in Birmingham University before coming to York. At St. Peter's there are few areas of School life where he has not been vigorously involved. He started the R.A.F. Section of the C.C.F. in 195o and became the Contingent Commander eight years later. In his early days he sang in the Chapel Choir and still retains a fine voice as we have seen on other occasions. As a Diocesan Lay Reader he has actively and regularly assisted in the formal services of the Chapel, and the addresses which he has given from the pulpit have been a reflection of his own creed and a thoughtful stimulus to us. For many years he presided over the Debating Society and inspired the Montgomery of Alamein Prize for public speaking, now unhappily no more. He has continued to referee Hockey matches and for a time organised the game here and played regularly. He was associated with the Rise for nineteen years, as Housemaster for the statutory fifteen. The Jackpot is still evidence of his presence there. In the House he was ably supported by his wife Dora who has always involved herself most loyally in the activities and interests of the boys, and has continued to do so. Without such support our community would be the poorer. But it is all too easy to take this for granted and to show little appreciation of its great value. The losers will be the boys themselves. While he was Housemaster of the Rise he was appointed the Head of the History Department, to which he has attracted both able assistants and VI form pupils. The young have been fortunate to be taught by him the disciplines of the historical process and the two open awards at Oxford last November are ample evidence that he has retained his touch to the last. Open Scholarships at the two ancient Universities of England were once described by Sir Cyril Norwood, a great historian himself, as "the blue riband of academic achievement", and so they still are, for both taught and teacher, a product of true and sympathetic team work in the best traditions of education. When he left the Rise, he succeeded Leslie Le Tocq as Second Master in 1974. In this there has been ample opportunity for us to see the enormous stature of the man. As an administrator he never panics but always remains firmly in control, no easy task when dealing with academics. Indeed David has been a most genial colleague to work with, absolutely direct and true. Many of us have benefited from his help and advice, the fruit of long experience in the service of this School and of his skill as a historian to sort out the true from the false. He has too been more than a colleague. To share a task with him is always a delightful experience, an opportunity to see his dry and impish sense of humour. On more public occasions this sense of fun has never been better demonstrated than in the Pageants which he has written and produced, the last for the 1350 celebrations, a witty, original and hilarious skit on the history of the School, admirably staged in front of the 1927 building. When Peter Gardiner left unexpectedly in 1979, David Cummin stepped into his shoes until his successor was able to come. His performance was unruffled and the interregnum passed smoothly because continuity was maintained without any fuss at all. The spontaneous applause on his last Assembly and in the final Staff meeting, at which he presided as Acting Headmaster, both showed his capacity for attracting admiration and loyalty from Staff and pupils alike. His vigorous life has not been limited to the confines of the School. He is still a Justice of the Peace and Chairman of York 2000, both of which activities reflect his energetic pursuit of a fair deal. The campaign of York 2000 rightly attracted national attention and helped as much as the Esher Report to preserve the civilised amenities of York for us to enjoy in the future. As a York City Councillor he was introduced to the wider fields of the Local Education Authority and the North Yorkshire Police Authority. He still serves, although he is no longer a councillor, and is, inter alia, Chairman of the Managers of the three Clifton Primary Schools. From all this 13

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contact with the local community the School cannot but benefit. For we cannot live in isolation even if the temptation to do so is great. York is justly proud of its School and David Cummin has contributed no small part to the reasons for that pride by his involvement with the city. He can also look back with pride on his work here, and we with gratitude to him. We wish him and Dora a well deserved and active retirement for many years to come.

IAN ARMSTRONG Ian came to St. Peter's in 1973, and from the start he proved to be an efficient, conscientious teacher, who worked his students hard. He had high standards and did not tolerate sloppy or incomplete work, but essentially he was interested in doing the best for his students and in helping them to achieve the highest possible standard, whether they were the double mathematicians in the Sixth Form, or in set four in the thirds. Outside the classroom he became increasingly committed. He has been an enthusiastic rugger and cricket coach, especially with the junior teams, with whom he has been mostly concerned. He has run the Business Game in which the mathematicians and economists in the School attempted to maximise profits in a battle with other schools. He formed a Junior Christian Union group in the School for two years. The Work Cup based on merits, exam results and work in general, is awarded each September; Ian became responsible for working out the complicated procedure for finding the winner; only he understood it ! Ian was Assistant Housemaster in Dronfield for two years and has been in the same position with Rise for the past five. The fact that he has been an Assistant during the whole of his time here reflects his concern for the individual, both in and out of the classroom. As a mathematics colleague he has given me outstanding support and loyal service, never more so than when I was away in Cambridge for a term and he dealt with all the day-to-day problems in the department. Nothing has ever been too much trouble for him, and endless are the times that I have been grateful for his advice and help. He leaves the department with a splendid record. In view of his future appointment no doubt we shall still be able to call on his services on a Saturday morning In the Common Room he will be equally missed. Whether it was to look after a General Knowledge quiz team, help on the Paddy Power committee, travel away with a squash team, run a scrabble competition or take part in a staff squash or cricket match, his reply was always in the affirmative; he would turn his hand to anything. As a colleague and a friend he will be greatly missed. We thank him for all he has done. Soon after the end of term, Ian married Christine Hunter; we all join in wishing them both every happiness and good fortune in the future. G. M. S

ALISTAIR ROBERTS The one regrettable feature of Alistair Roberts' time at St. Peter's was the shortness of his stay. He taught Physics to all ages with the same Celtic firmness and dour humour, and the liveliness of his delivery often penetrated the walls of the laboratory building. In addition he made significant contributions in other areas of the School. His expert presence in the C.C.F. was much appreciated by colleagues particularly in the Naval Section, and of him at least it could be said that he looked very much at ease in the uniform. It was therefore inevitable that his sporting interests would make him gravitate to the river and the Boat Club, where he felt at home with fellow "salts". 15

His recent sortie into the boarding side of the School was, I'm sure, appreciated in The Rise. Having so quickly and with such enthusiasm settled into our community, his leaving is that much more of a loss. The School has lost a genuine enthusiast and the members of the Physics Department a valued colleague. D.H.H. Name Abbott, J. P. J. F. Addinall, Ruth M. Aylmer, T. B. Barre11, A. D. M. Barron, R. M. Bean, C. Burton, R. D. Clarkson, K. P.

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JULY, 1980 DRONFIELD Aagaard, P. V., Blenkinsop, A. J., Broadbent, R. F., Chippendale, M. L., Cooper, J., Guy, J., Hicks, J. C., Hirst, J. E., Norman, G. J., Precious, A. M., Prest, S. W., Robinson, J., Schofield, A. Jane S., Stancer, Katherine H., Stubbs, C. J., Weston, R., Yeo, B. S. GROVE Batty, Helen M., Bleasdale, L. G., Bronk, C. R., Butterworth, C. N. E., Cole, G., Gardner, D. E., Hewitt, J. R. M., Liddle, A. Louise, Lodge, M. A., Nichols, M. E., Nield, M. J., Rigby, Amanda C., Waddington, M. J., Waterworth, J. R. QUEEN' S Adams, N. T., Bough, T. J., Davie, I. D., Denison, Katharine J., Flintoff, G. A., Howie, J. H., Johnston, M. W., Moodie, M. J. H., Morcom, Katherine G., Porter, A. M., Turner, G. M. RISE Burdass, A. P., Clayton, N., Drinkwater, P. J., Hall, R. B., Hobson, C. T., Irwin, C. E., McGrath, J. A., Needier, H. M. J., Powell, M. J., Shirtcliffe, J. M. MANOR Anderson, I. G., Bowles, R. N., Bulman, J. M. G., Coleman, T. C. J., Collinson, A. J., McCarter, J. R. J., McLeish, I. R. M., Nettleton, W. G., Oxtoby, R. S., Pulleyn, J. I. P., Quirke, N. P., Taylor, A. R., Wadhawan, R., Webb, S. W. C., Wye, J. P. C. TEMPLE Barnes, N. R., Boocock, R. W., Dickson, N. P., Dixon, R., Dodman, J. R., Hall, J. M., Hameed, A., Jackson, A., Johnson, D. J., Johnson, P. E., Moore, J. E., Neville, S. J., Pearson, M., Sharrock, D. J., Tuck, A. B., Wilson, I. G., Young, R. C. SCHOOL HOUSE Bilton, H. T. D., Bowen-Rees, J. T., Bromley, R., Chapman, N. J., Fallow, D. C., Hindha ugh, I. D., Kershaw, A. H., Miller, A. J. B., Plimmer, Judith A., Reeve, I. J., Saber, B., Smith, Rachel E., Thornberry, G.

SALVETE SEPTEMBER, 1980

Third Form Entrants DRONFIELD Atterwill, S., Clavell, A. N., *Hilton, M. G. B., Ijaz, T., Lincoln, J. D., Neely, A. D. Shield, D., *Tether, D. R. C., *Toes, P. M., Wilson, N. M. 16

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Sixth Form Entrants Chao, Jacqueline S-W., Gorst, Rosalind D., Stewart, Frances L. DRONFIELD Fitzgerald, L. Siobhan, Houston, Susan M. F. QUEEN'S — Haxby, E. A. RISE Shelton, Fiona B., Whiting, Elizabeth E. MANOR Craig, Amanda J., Dobie, Clare M., Stewart, A. D. L. TEMPLE Atkinson, Sophie, Hamilton, Bridget S., O'Reilly, Judith M., SCHOOL Sutton, Jane E. *Boys coming from schools other than St. Olave's.

SCHOOL NOTES The following speakers addressed the Sixth Form during the academic year: Patricia Beer, a Poet; M. D. B. Sinclair, Esq., on the business of soccer; A. Healey, Esq., on crime and the community; Dr. A. J. Peacock on George Hudson, the Railway King; Air Marshall Sir Leslie Mayor, K.C.B., A.F.C., D.L., F.R.Ae.S., R.A.F., on Home Defence; D. Clark, Esq., on the York Mystery Plays; and G. A. Burras, Esq., B.SC., on Nuclear Power. A Memorial Service was held in the Chapel for Paul Green on 15th September.

The Lord Mayor of York planted a tree in remembrance of Jillian Harness on 6th October. Richard Harding has produced an excellent chronological History of St. Peter's. At present there are only a few duplicated copies in circulation. It is hoped that it will be published soon. A concert, organised by Bob Hall and others, was held early in January for Cancer Research. Over £roo was raised. A Sponsored Walk in aid of the World Wildlife Fund was held on 3rd February and £300 was raised. A Fête was held on 1st June for the York Scanner Appeal Fund and k;1,520 was raised. The Preacher at the Commemoration Service held on Izth June was D. G. Cummin, Esq., J.P., M.A. 17

INTERVIEW WITH THE HEADMASTER Andrew Cochrane and Andrew Fawthrop interviewed Mr. Hughes, the new Headmaster, for The Peterite. The questions asked were based on suggestions from many pupils and covered a wide range of topics. What Q. are your long and short term plans for the School ? To raise academic standards and to provide a greater variety of opportunities in other internal and external activities, so as to make St. Peter's the automatic choice for parents wishing to send their child to an independent school in the north of England. What is, in your opinion, the role of the Headmaster ? Q. A. The role of the Headmaster is to give long term direction to all aspects of the School as there are already boys in St. Olave's who will still be in St. Peter's in ten years time. Do you think that it is worth having girls in the Sixth Form and do you Q. think the School will become co-educational ? I think that in the future there will be an increasing demand for girls to A. come into the Sixth Form and it would be foolish to ignore this demand. There will be a carefully controlled expansion of the number of girls in the Sixth Form to forty. There are no plans to lower the age of entry for girls as this would exclude St. Olave's boys. What do you think of the balance of subjects in the School at present? Q. A. At present, the balance is about right, although there will be some slight changes. We are not paying enough attention to computer education and I hope to make this available to all pupils. The number of technical subjects taught will also be increased with the building of the new Centre for Design and Technology. Do you think that the games system is well balanced at present ? Q. I would like to see more freedom of choice, but I would be unhappy to A. lose the Athletics. All boys should do four games sessions a week. Do you agree with corporal punishment ? Q. A. I do not oppose it, but I cannot see where it is appropriate. Do you agree with a Sixth Form bar or club ? Q. A. Yes. It is not the principle which is stopping us having one, but the shortage of space. It is on the list of improvements proposed. What do you think of compulsory chapel ? Q. A. I see the role of Chapel as one of the ways of providing a moral education for the school-boy and I do not propose to change that. The present system of Sunday services will also be kept. Why is School House so important for change ? Q. A. This is because the number of boarding places wanted in the future will probably decrease as this is the present trend. If the number of places for day boys are insufficient School House can be converted into two Day Houses. Q. What do you think about the present system of education ? Do you think that the old system was better and what changes would you like to see in the present system ? A. I never liked the Eleven Plus exam. dividing pupils into academic and non-academic categories and I was not sorry to see it go. A system with much freer exchange between Grammar and Secondary Modern schools would have been better. The present system of education with large comprehensives is also not very good as schools of fifteen hundred pupils are too big. The system in Independent schools is much better in that it has a reference system with the pupils who will be suitable 18

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for the senior school being referred there by the Preparatory school. There is also an exam. to help the Public school assess the pupil's performance. Would you enjoy being the Headmaster of a large school ? I would not enjoy being Head of a large school as one would be remote from what was being done in the school. The job of the Head is to deal with people and to direct policy, not to deal with vast amounts of paperwork as often happens in large schools. About seven hundred is the ideal number of pupils. What are your favourite leisure pursuits ? Bridge, hill walking, music, squash and cricket at a low level. What is your favourite type of music ? I like all composers, but especially Bach and Bartok. What about Pop music ? I don't mind the Beatles and Pink Floyd but most of it leaves me cold. What was your reaction on finding out your application to become Headmaster here was successful ? My feelings were mixed. I felt sadness on leaving Shrewsbury, but excitement on getting the job here.

THIRTY YEARS ON When the Editor asked me to write about changes in the School in my time here, I perversely found myself thinking first about the things that have not changed. The excitement of the four seasons, seen in relation to school terms, never ceased to give me pleasure : the tang of Autumn in early September with the anticipation of the thump of rugger balls in needle matches; dark evenings with concerts or plays; a carol service and Christmas; the sharp air of January; rules about snow-balling, and the first panics as trial exams remind us that the Certificate exams really will happen; the greenery of the long summer, and the poignancy as the school year moves to its close with the feeling that one day it must be the last school summer for each of us, boy or master. When I came to St. Peter's I had been many years away from schools, in the Royal Air Force and other occupations; and I can still recall with some embarrassment that after such a long time I could no longer easily distinguish a boy of seventeen from one of fifteen; and the distinction was not helped by the fact that all except actual monitors wore the regulation brown jacket, monitors being selected for a much sought after position in which the responsibilities were greater than now but were readily accepted. I quickly realised how very strong in the school was the "seniority system". It varied from house to house, but in general it meant a strict grading of years, with carefully guarded privileges acquired as a boy moved up the school. The system had a few good points in maintaining a form of discipline and in teaching responsibility, but it inevitably led to bullying and it had to go, so that authority now has to rest on respect and ability and not on a built in system. Not surprisingly this graded system devised by the boys supported a conventional authoritarian school with the accepted compulsory activities; but it was agreed that what was compulsory for the boys was obligatory for the masters. Thus for a boy or master to be absent from Chapel, including Sundays, would be extraordinary. There was a Service every Sunday, usually Evensong but sometimes Martins, but even so there would be at least thirty or forty boys and several masters and wives at the voluntary 8.o a.m. Holy Communion, 19

and some at each of the two 7.15 a.m. celebrations on week-days. It is indeed a change that perhaps because of experimental liturgies in the Church as a whole it would be difficult to have an effective Evensong or Mattins because few would be familiar with the poetry of the Prayer Book or even the Apostles' Creed; but change is characteristic of development. Compulsory Sunday Chapel meant that exeats were limited to Sundays, three times a term, from 9.3o until Chapel time. There was no half-term holiday until 1965; until then the nearest thing to a half-term in the long Christmas term was to have All Saints Day as a holiday after a compulsory Choral Communion; and similarly in the Summer term Ascension Day was the much appreciated holiday. Public holidays such as Whit Monday were ignored. Apart from games, which offered almost no options, the other main compulsory activity was the CCF, with Scouts as the only accepted alternative. Thus every Tuesday everyone went into uniform; and as the school increased the CCF grew to about three hundred and fifty. There was plenty of grumbling by cadets every week, but a very high standard of turn-out, as can be seen in the photographs of parades in those days. I suppose the change in attitudes began in the late sixties when unthinking liberalism became the vogue; students who had no idea where they were going tried to influence children in the schools; adults became anxious to avoid a "generation gap" and the country started to lose its direction. In school Chapel was seen as "establishment" and therefore wrong; the CCF became a popular but illogical target for "ban the bomb" enthusiasts; and discipline was to be resisted in any form. Unfortunately the challenge to the system and the desire for "freedom" had a paradoxical effect. School children became less independent; less able to think and learn for themselves; and it is only in very recent years that they have begun to realise that if you are going to run it is first better to learn to walk. I don't believe that boys at this or any other school have changed in nature. They have had to learn to resist pressures from unscrupulous and ignorant purveyors of half-baked ideas. And I think that the resistance to these pressures shown in this school and many like it is perhaps the most hopeful sign there is that no matter how fashion and routine may change, the soul of the intelligent human being does not. D.G.C.

RESULTS OF "THE PETERITE" OPINION POLL Section x:

Best Album: (1) "The Wall", Pink Floyd; (2) "Duke", Genesis; (3) "Down to Earth", Rainbow. Best Single: (a) "Going Underground", Jam; (2) "I Don't Like Mondays", Boomtown Rats; (3) "Suicide", The Mash; (4) "Brick in the Wall", part 2, Pink Floyd. Best Group: (1) Police; (2) Blondie; (3) Genesis. Best Male Vocalist: (1) Sting; (2) Peter Gabriel; (3) Bob Geldof. Best Female Vocalist: (I) Debbie Harry; (2) Kate Bush; (3) Olivia Newton John. Worst Album: (I) "Regatta de Blanc", Police; (2) "Nightflight to Venus", Boney M; (3) "Lena Martell's Greatest Hits". Worst Single: (1) "One Day at a Time", Lena Martell; (2) "What's Another Year ?", Johnny Logan; (3) "The Sparrow Song", Ramblers. Worst Group: (i) Abba; (2) = Madness, Dooleys, Nolans; (3) Boney M. 20

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Best T.V. Documentary: (I) "Life on Earth"; (2) "Whisker's World";

(3) "Horizon".

Best T.V. Comedy: (1) "Not the 9 o'clock News"; (2) "Fawlty Towers"; (3) = "Citizen Smith and "Benny Hill". Best T.V. Drama: (I) "Dallas"; (2) "Tales of the Unexpected"; (3) "Henry V". Section III:

Best Film 79/80: (I) "Life of Brian"; (2) "1o"; (3) "The Deer Hunter". Best Actor: (I) Clint Eastwood; (2) John Cleese; (3) Dustin Hoffman. Best Actress: (I) Bo Derek; (2) Raquel Welch; (3) Jane Fonda. Literature: Best Book 79/8o: No outstanding preference was expressed.

Best Book ever: the preference was predominantly for pulp thrillers, e.g. "The Rats". Best Play: the preference in Middle School was for set texts. The Upper School preferred T.V. plays, e.g. "Bloody Kids". Newspaper: there was a definite preference for tabloids. Magazine: there was a preference for motor, hi-fi and photography magazines; e.g. "Motor", "What Hi-fi" and "Amateur Photographer". Music Paper: (r) "Sounds"; (2) "New Musical Express"; (3) "Melody Maker". Section IV:

Musical Preference: (I) Heavy Metal, 184 people or 54%; (2) Contemporary, 18o people or 53%; (3) Rock and Roll, 122 people or 36%; (4) Punk, 98 people or 29%; (5) Mod, 85 people or 25%. (More than one allowed; percentages out of 338.) Section V: The majority believed that capital punishment should be restored and that British troops should be withdrawn from Northern Ireland. The reintroduction of National Service found little support. Section VI:

Most frequently read newspapers were: "Daily Telegraph", "Daily Express", `Yorkshire Post" and "Sunday Times". The most occasionally read were: "The Times", "Daily Mail", "The Sun" and "The Mirror". The following, supposedly, were never read: "News of the World", "Guardian", "Sunday Mirror" and "Times of Zambia". Lastly, in reply to the question, "What three major changes do you expect to see in Britain in the next twenty years ?" the response was perhaps predictably gloomy. More strikes, more militancy and even nuclear war tended to dominate people's thoughts. We would like to thank the 338 Peterites who helped in compiling the poll. Christopher Ashurst and Alistair Carder-Geddes.

THE CHAPEL To say that the biggest thing that has happened this year regarding the Chapel was the theft of the Communion silver, would be unfair — though there is a grain of truth in the statement. This has been a quiet year, with no great shake-ups or radical innovations, or even outpourings of the Spirit! Our conservative brethren have been able to sleep soundly in their beds, despite distant rumblings of "Methodist" worship and changing patterns of Services. Some of the House Weeks during the year have been excellent, including a few outstanding services taken by individuals. I, for one, have found it a 21

humbling experience to listen to boys courageously expressing their faith in public. I remain disappointed that our many musicians are still shy over performing in Chapel. Our worship could be given a tremendous boost if these talented girls and boys would take courage and ignore the Philistines. We have had the usual large services such as Harvest, when Mr. Chris Chapman was the preacher, Remembrance and Christian Aid. The Advent Carol Service lost much of its appeal and "magic" by being compulsory. The Passion Service at the end of Easter Term featured the choir ably singing plainsong with settings by Vittoria, and readings from Kahlil Gibran's "The Prophet". On Wednesdays during Lent, local clergy spoke in Chapel. From Alan Heslop, Vicar of St. Olave's; Bob Giles, Senior Diocesan Youth Officer; the Dean of York; Michael Escritt, Vicar of Bishopthorpe; and John Cockerton, Rector of Wheldrake, we heard much to provoke, disturb, educate and amuse us. I hope that there can be increasing contact between the School and parishes, for we must never be an isolated community, Christian or otherwise. Similarly, the Chapel is primarily for School worship, not for private use by individuals outside. Weddings, baptisms and other such occasional Services should really take place in Parish Churches, as the Archdeacon of York has indicated. The central feature of Christian life in school remains the mid-week Communion Service. This is well supported by many boys and one or two staff. We have been pleased to welcome, as visiting celebrants, the Archdeacon of York, the Vicar of St. Olave's, the Vicar of Poppleton, the Bishop of Selby and the Rural Dean of York. I continue to hope that many who have been confirmed recently will find their way to a communion service. The Bishop of Selby confirmed and celebrated communion at the St. Olave's/St. Peter's Confirmation Service on 13th March. Fifty-five boys were confirmed, including the following eight from St. Peter's : Andrew Bulman, Simon Cole, James DeLittle, David Emsley, Nicholas Hall, Christopher Hobson, John Simpson and Henry Walker. Prior to being confirmed, these boys, with some others confirmed the previous year, spent a weekend at Marrick Priory (Youth Centre), near Richmond. The Sunday morning Communion Services are mainly attended by one or two friends of the School. I believe though that it is important that the sacrament continues to be celebrated each Sunday during term time. On the first Sunday of each month we are invited to join in the St. Olave's School Communion Service at 10.3o a.m. All Communion Services in the School Chapel — as in all Anglican Churches — are open to all who wish to attend and to all who sincerely wish to receive the sacrament. This is one Service where formal dress remains optional. During the Summer term we have had a "Favourite Hymn Week", at the suggestion of the Chapel Committee. This proved very popular and the "Top 16" were sung on five days with enthusiasm and, occasionally, gusto. At the time of writing, the St. Peter's Procession in the Minster looms ahead. This is fraught with even more problems this year, as the whole School takes exams before and after the Sunday, and the Minster is all but taken over for York Festival. St. Paulinus could still come to our aid in future years, if we dare to break with tradition. The preacher at Commemoration is to be David Cummin, the retiring Second Master. The new school year should see the disappearance of the problematic afternoon Chapel and the emergence of morning worship once a week in Clifton Methodist Church. This is a magnificent building and I look forward tl to the chance of worshipping in it. It seats almost r,000, and this will be ideal for our very large occasions such as the Christmas Carol Service. The Chapel Committee have welcomed Mr. John Brown's design of a new silver pewter chalice, patten and ciborium to replace the stolen ones. These are to be made in the school by Mr. Dawson. 22

It has been good, during the year, to have the St. Olave's chaplain, Raymond Hargreaves, preach to the school, and also to welcome and have the new Headmaster preach to us. All our thanks as always to Mr. Pemberton, the choir and organists, and to Mrs. Nix and the ladies who see to the flowers. Finally, my thanks to the Chapel Committee for their ideas and help, especially to David Noyes (Secretary), Kit Bird (Sacristan) and Tony Miller (Crucifer). J. M. Roden.

CHAPEL FLOWERS The School Chapel is by no means easy to decorate effectively — the more so since flowers on the altar are in the way of the celebrant and flowers on free-standing pedestals tend to be in the way of the communicants and of personnel in the chancel generally! Which really only leaves the windowsills. One lone arrangement on the windows behind the altar needs to be large and showy (and therefore heavy to manipulate and keep watered) otherwise it becomes almost invisible half way down the chapel. So, without the excellent variety of pot plants provided by John Hall and Walter Monkman, the chapel would be pretty bleak during the seasons when flowers are hard to come by. We are grateful to them. I am also very grateful to the small, busy, but willing and hard-working band of helpers who rally round so faithfully, despite all their other commitments, and who produce such magnificent results on festivals and special occasions. Our thanks too to several regular givers of donations, in cash or in "kind". We do not normally have flowers in Lent, except for the Confirmation and First Communion. During this last school year that left thirty other "flower weeks". There were helpers for seven of them, one a parent and the rest masters' wives. We do hear some appreciative comments about the flowers but there is no doubt that, this last year, the decorations could often have been much better during ordinary weeks had there been more help. I, personally, feel strongly that there ought to be flowers in the chapel, not only for the greater glory of God but also because very many people in church or chapel feel more at home and more relaxed if there are flowers and greenery there. I am not sure how many of you share this view. But, if you do, please consider whether you could help occasionally and so make the chapel a more beautiful place in which to worship or to find a few moments of peace and tranquillity. As we have said many times in the past, you do not need to be an expert in order to help, and we won't leave you to cope on your own if you feel at all diffident. On the other hand, fresh ideas and skills would be most welcome. But, whether you are a pupil, a parent, a member of staff, a wife or just a friend of the school, if you have been happy to see flowers in chapel in the past, please think again whether you could join our band of helpers and make the chapel more beautiful in the future. It looks daunting at first but it's not so difficult once you get started! And it is certainly very rewarding. Sheila M. Nix.

COMMEMORATION DAY Mr. D. G. Cummin, the Second Master, gave the following sermon at the Commemoration Day Service: NEHEMIAH, CHAPTER 12, V. 40.

"So stood the two companies of those who gave thanks in the House of God". Nehemiah was a very able and quietly determined Jewish exile in the service of the Persian King Artaxerxes; and about the year 435 BC he got 23

permission from the king to go and organise the repair of the walls of the ruined Jerusalem, then as now the centre of the Jewish faith and nation. The task was difficult, not only because Nehemiah had agreed a time limit with the Persian king, but more so because there were enemies all round Jerusalem doing all they could to stop the work being done. It is not surprising to read that Arabs were prominent among the enemies, because things haven't changed much in the fundamental politics of the Middle East. So we read that they all plotted together to come and fight against Jerusalem and to cause confusion in it : and that the builders each "with one of his hands wrought in the work and with the other hand held a weapon". They slept in the desolated city, with continuous guards and an alarm system to rally everyone when the enemy threatened. It was not just a formidable building job : it was being done under siege conditions. But within fifty-two days the job was done : well within the time limit. And now the time had come to give thanks to God, and Nehemiah arranged the thanksgiving in a special way. It was to be a commemoration: but it was organised in such a way that there could be a final inspection of the walls on the way to the ceremony. The people assembled at the west gate of Jerusalem, and there Nehemiah divided them into two companies, one led by Ezra, the other by Nehemiah himself. One company was to move round the walls to the left, the other company moved to the right, and so they would meet at the east gate of the city, at Mount Moriah where stood the Temple, the House of God . . . no doubt as they moved round, some of those who had laboured at the rebuilding would look with a critical and approving eye to see that all was well . . . and at the Temple, where I'm sure they couldn't all get in — it's often difficult to fit everyone in for a commemoration — there was great rejoicing . . . "The joy of Jerusalem was heard even afar off". I suppose that since the seventeenth century, when the authorised version of the Bible became the most powerful influence in English thinking, Jerusalem has come to be regarded as a symbol of the ideal society. But like any symbol of the ideal, we should be careful about how we aim for it. It is stirring enough to hear hundreds of voices singing Blake's great hymn "Jerusalem" on the last night of the Proms with a rising sense of euphoria, and it's easy to forget the depth of Blake's thought with its touches of irony : and I suspect that the heady feeling engendered by such a rousing occasion has worn off by the next day. But if we think about the ideal community more closely, we can perhaps learn something from this exciting episode in the history of the real Jerusalem, when Nehemiah organised the rebuilding of the walls. First, we should remember that there can be no permanent ideal community: such a concept would be a contradiction, for permanence would imply no change : and that would mean that we would become contented but mindless creatures browsing "for ever in green pastures" and so St. Paul tells us : "We have here no continuing city". Secondly, because the ideal community cannot be a permanent one, I think we should ask ourselves what we mean by the community. What is our Jerusalem ? And while we must not lose sight of our sense of community with our nation and with our world, we should first look at the community of which we are most closely a part. And today that community is here . . . our School. And surely at commemoration our community is formed of two companies who gather to give thanks in the House of God. There is the company of the present members of the School and the company of those who have been here in the past. But whether past or present members, we are all concerned with the good repair of our Jerusalem . . . our School. The two companies change dramatically at the end of each school year. Today some eighty of the present school company will leave to become past 24

members — Old Peterites. And in September some hundred new members will join the School. So the companies re-form: the process of renewal continues and the School makes progress. But we should remember that Nehemiah's two companies had first gone round the walls of Jerusalem to make sure that all was well. We too, in one of our two companies, have each year had the opportunity to help in keeping the walls of our Jerusalem in good repair : and as we come each year to a commemoration, we should ask ourselves : "is all well ?" "Has the work been well done ?" "Are there any bad patches to be made good before next time ?" This is the annual theme of our commemoration. To remember with pride our past and those who are no longer with us in the physical sense, although, as Peter Gardiner reminded us last year, we like to feel that they are with us in spirit, "a cloud of witnesses". So we remember, we commemorate, but we also dedicate; and to do this we first see if all is well and ask what needs to be done. We see that the walls are in good condition and then we give thanks and look forward to another year. Nehemiah's two companies circling the walls and uniting on the east side of the city make a great symbol of unity : and we are reminded of another reference to Jerusalem, in Psalm 122, written probably six hundred years before Nehemiah's time and famous as an anthem . . . "Jerusalem is built as a city that is at unity in itself". The community without unity is nothing: and unity is something we all believe in but often find difficult to attain. In any community there will be differences of opinion: there will be arguments, sometimes quite fierce ones. But if hatchets cannot be buried after a decent interval, there is no unity. In any community there will be clashes of personality: but if we hinder one another through jealousy or threat or hatred, there is no unity. If we think that the School means only those who are taught and those who teach, and that others are here only to serve our needs in maintenance, administration or in the kitchens: and if we can't thank those who do things for us, or worse, if we hinder them in their efforts, there is no unity. St. Paul described the community as a body made up of many members with different functions but with the same overall purpose: "we are members one of another". If in our community there is the sense of common purpose between those at present in the School and those who have left: and if we see that everyone in our community is here as part of that common purpose, and is accepted as such then, as our two companies come together to give thanks in the House of God, having seen that the walls are in good repair, but watchful to keep them that way, we can say with that same psalmist words that Nehemiah's two united companies may well have sung at their commemoration: "I was glad when they said unto me, we will go into the House of the Lord".

MUSIC NOTES Christmas Term At the beginning of term a meeting to discuss the formation of a Music Supporters' Club was held. Interesting ideas were exchanged and partly as a result of this a Publicity Committee was formed in School to deal with advance information of events. The gradual integration of girls into the Choir began with the Harvest, developed through Remembrance and reached full fruition in the Carol Service. This is encouraging and is a help in overcoming the difficulties of treble recruitment (which are social rather than musical). In the November concert we were joined by trebles from Red House School, a pleasing idea which could well be repeated. At this concert a string quartet consisting of Fifth form members of Queen's House made its first appearance. 25

They have combined together throughout the year, organising their own practice sessions and setting a fine example of what should be happening in many musical fields. Easter Term The idea that the Minster Epiphany Procession could be revised seemed improbable but nevertheless was so: an unaccompanied arrangement by Dr. Jackson of a medieval carol was sung at the West Door and Willcock's lively setting of Resonemus Laudibus for double choir and organ gave another welcome opportunity to sing with the Minster Choir. Refinements in the procession, introduced experimentally last year, were ratified as being easier for our large choir to negotiate, given only one rehearsal. Concerts for this term took an enterprising step forward with separate evenings for pianists, strings and wind. In each of these, ensembles were encouraged and the risk that a concert of one type of sound might be tedious was dispelled. Over 4o players took part in these three concerts. At the end of term a light-hearted concert was given by pupils and staff. A group of staff sang Flanders and Swami, and also took the novelty parts in the Toy Symphony: the Choir continued its search for another image with songs of varied style: a section of the band got audience participation in German beer songs. The End of Term service was centred around Vittoria's setting of the St. Matthew Passion, cut into convenient sections and punctuated with readings and hymns. The Choir has often sung this privately in the past, but this was the first time it had been presented to a larger audience. Summer Term The annual prize competition is a puzzling event: many say they do not like the tension of a competitive performance; others say the result is a foregone conclusion. Yet it attracts more entries each year. There were 42 entries, representing most ages and aspects of School music tuition. The event is conducted in as informal a manner as possible; three evenings are available and each entrant selects which is most convenient. Both Chapel and Hall are used and the playing is open for parents and friends to listen, though it is not intended to be a concert. How does one compare a simple piece played well with a complex piece in which there were some slips ? To say the former is an invitation to the unambitious, while the latter may tempt players beyond their ability. The balance is fine and sometimes controversial. This year's prizewinners were: Sixth Form, Clive Broadbent; Fifth Form, David Pemberton; Third Form, Benedict Kaner. Highly commended runners-up were: Andrew Whipp and Robert Gardner. The Second Waine Concert was held a week later this year, but as exams are creeping earlier, the extra time given for preparation was eroded by a Hall in use for other purposes. The programme lacked the variety in style and grouping of the previous year, but despite that, contained some worthwhile sounds. The entry for Waine Awards from our Junior School and the Minster Song School was very talented and there are now 22 Waine Scholars. Two of the Choir's important events come close together and both went even better than usual. In the Minster, the joy of singing "Tu es Petrus" in such sublime surroundings was truly reflected by the joint choirs of Senior and Junior Schools; a fortnight later, the Senior Choir, augmented by Old Peterite and Junior School volunteers, sang Purcell's "Rejoice in the Lord alway" and, as usual, Stanford's Te Deum. The Brass ensemble (David Copley, Robert Gardner, David Marsh, Stephen Ashton, directed by Mr. Riley) added some fine sounds to the hymns and Te Deum for Commemoration. Unusually, the Choir did not attend the Ripon Festival: I hope we may resume our long association with this R.S.C.M. event next year. 26

Finally, our thanks to Mrs. Garnett for many years of teaching the piano: her husband retires this year and she has decided to cut down her teaching to give them more free time. Also to Martin Marsh (O.P.) for the generous gift of an excellent flute which has already found a pupil. CONCERT

7.30 pm in CHAPEL

Friday, 16th November, 1979

Bach

I. Jesu, joy of mans' desiring

WIND GROUP 2. Prelude and Fugue in G minor (BWV 558) CLIVE BROADBENT 3. Abendmusik (Leipziger Turmmusik) BRASS GROUP 4. Festival Voluntary GRAHAM FLINTOFF 5. Motet O God, Lord God, when thou appearest, darkness flies. Thy light and thy glory shine forth on the earth, and thou art exalted 0 Lord, above all gods. We worship thy glorious name, 0 Lord God almighty. Thou only art my rock and my salvation and my defence, and I shall not be moved: my glory, my refuge, the rock of my strength, O Lord of all power and might. 0 praise the Lord all ye people, and praise him all ye lands. His merciful kindness endureth for ever: praise him in songs of joy. Be thou exalted above all heavens, thy glory above all the earth. 0 God, Lord God . THE CHOIR 6. Eine kleine Nachtmusik (1st movement) K. 525

Bach Wurz Flor Peeters Mozart

Mozart

QUEEN'S HOUSE QUARTET

Overture for Brass BRASS GROUP 8. (a) Allein Gott in der Hoh' sei Ehr. BWV 716 (b) Noel nouvelet (c) Figures plain and fancy (No. 2)

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ROBIN JONES

9. (a) Chorale (b) Prince of Denmark's March

Bach Clarke

BRASS GROUP

Clarinets: Anthony Dixon, Richard Sabey, Marcus Pearson, Jonathan Binnington, John Armishaw,

Nicholas Heslop. Trumpets: David Copley, Robert Gardner, Jonathan Jones, Mark Heywood, Nicholas Hopton, Peter Stancer. Horns: Andrew Collinson, Benedict Kaner. Trombones: Stephen Ashton, Ian Anderson, Charles Marshall. Euphonium: Nigel Pemberton, Bass: James Neal. Strings: David Pemberton, Andrew Whipp, Andrew Copley, Fergus Craig. Choir: Erica Brears, Penny Gordon, Katherine Turner, Susanne Ramsden, Joanna Ferris, Samantha Jordan, Damian Austin, David Latimer, Rory O'Malley, Joanna Toes, Allen Rowell, Jonathan Binnington, Nicholas Heslop, Phlip Kelly, James Bowden, Clive Broadbent, William Stancer, Andrew Jewitt, Angus Aagaard, James Neal, Andrew Whipp, Fergus Craig, Andrew Hjort, Rupert Brown, Ian Partington, David Pemberton, Kit Bird, Paul Aagaard, David Nendick, Timothy Heap, Russell Broadbent, John McGrath. The Choir included singers from RED House SCHOOL. Conductors: Bill Riley, Keith Pemberton. Piano: Nigel Pemberton. PIANO CONCERT

7.0 pm in HALL

Scarlatti

Sonata in D. L461

DAVID PEMBERTON Prelude in B minor. Op. 28, No. 6 PAUL MOAYYEDI Nocturne in C minor. Op. 48, No. 1 NIGEL PEMBERTON Rondo in C CLIVE BROADBENT Study in A flat ANDREW WHIPP Spanish Dance No. 2 ROBIN JONES AND CLIVE BROADBENT Intermezzo in B flat minor. Op. 117, No. 2 DAVID PEMBERTON WILLIAM STANCER

Beethoven Czerny Kirschner Brahms

Debussy

ROBERT GARDNER

Liszt

Un sospiro NIGEL PEMBERTON

Rathgeber

Allegro in G Village Bellringer

Alwyn PHILIP KELLY

Chopin

Nocturne in A fiat Slavonic Dance in A.

Chopin Chopin

W. F. Bach

Foga in B flat Le petit negre

Wednesday, 30th January, 1980

GRAHAM FLINTOFF Op. 46 DAVID PEMBERTON AND K.R.P.

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Dvorak

STRINGS CONCERT

7.0 pm in HALL

Wednesday, 13th February, 1980

Schubert

Quartet in A minor (1st mov.). Op. 29 DAVID PEMBERTON, ANDREW WHIPP, ANDREW COPLEY AND FERGUS CRAIG

Goosens

Old Chinese Folksong. Op. 4, No. 1 TIMOTHY KANER

Kuchler

Concertino (3rd mov.) JAMES BOWDEN

Bach arr. Isaac

Bourree Country Gardens DAVID KANER, TIMOTHY KANER, JAMES OGLESBY AND PAUL AAGAARD

Telemann

Concerto in G (2nd mov.) ANDREW COPLEY

Bach

Aria (Peasant Cantata) CHARLES ALLAN

Schubert

Waltzes CHRISTOPHER BRONX, RUPERT BROWN, STEPHEN MAWBY, LAWRENCE BLEASDALE, AND ROBIN JONES

Tartini

Sonata. Op. 1, No. 12 (Adagio) JAMES OGLESBY

Bach

Partita No. 2 (Gigue) BWV 1004 ANDREW WHIPP

Haydn

Minuet and Trio Hob. XV/38 STEPHEN MAWBY

18th Century Dances JAMES BOWDEN, ADAM STONE, ANDREW HJORT AND MAURICE DOBIE

Saint-Saens

Le Cygne NIGEL PEMBERTON

Haydn

Concerto in G (1st mov.) DAVID PEMBERTON

Purcell

Sonata in G minor (1st mov.) DAVID KANER

Corelli

Trio Sonata in E. Op. 2, No. 10 Adagio — Allemanda — Sarabanda — Corrente ANDREW WHIPP, DAVID PEMBERTON AND FERGUS CRAIG

7.0 pm in HALL

WIND CONCERT

Wednesday, 5th March, 1980

B. Strayhorn

Take the A train FULL BAND

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Parade and Joyeux Depart WILLIAM LEDGER

arr. Hirt

Wang-wang Blues JONATHAN JONES

G. Tartini

Concertino — First movement (Grave) SIMON WILLIAMS

R. Vaughan Williams

Concerto for Tuba — First movement NIGEL PEMBERTON

W. A. Mozart

Mio Tesoro NEIL HARNEY

S. Scheidt arr. Howarth

Battle Suite — First movement (Galliar d battaglia Swiss Folk Tune — Zurich March NIGEL PEMBERTON, ANDREW COLLINSON, STEPHEN ASHTON, ROBERT GARDNER AND W.R.

Spanish Dance ANGUS AAGAARD, JONATHAN BINNINGTON AND WILLIAM LEDGER

Anglaise (from Suite for Trumpet, Oboe and Strings)

G. F. Hande

DAVID COPLEY

P. I. Tchaikovsky

Scene from Swan Lake, Op. 20 NICHOLAS HESLOP

W. A. Mozart

Concerto No. 3 — First Movement BENEDICT KANER

G. Vinter

Song and Dance JONATHAN BINNINGTON

E. Baines

Pastorale ANDREW SLATER

W. A. Mozart

Clarinet Quintet — Second movement RICHARD SASSY

P. I. Tchaikovsky

March from Symphony No. 6 FULL BAND

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Thursday, 20th March, 1980

END OF TERM CONCERT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Take the A train Waltz 0 what a beautiful morning THE CHOIR Waltzing Matilda Le Secret PIANO TRIO ROBIN JONES, CLIVE BROADBENT AND PAUL MOAYYEDI Song of the Weather THE SWANNSINGERS In the Bath R.H.H., D.H.H., D.G.C., R.G.D., P.T. and K.R.P. German Drinking Songs WIND GROUP ANTHONY DIXON, RICHARD SABEY, STEPHEN ASHTON, NIGEL PEMBERTON and W.R. Bandstand Boogie THE BAND Barn Dance A Transport of Delight THE SWANNSINOERS The Slow Train Old Mother Hubbard THE CHOIR More German Drinking Songs WIND GROUP The "Toy" Symphony THE ORCHESTRA W.R., D.H.H., R.H.H., R.G.D. THE BAND

MUSIC COMPETITION 1980 Monday, 19th May at 6.3o p.m. in Hall. Piano Piano Piano Cello Viola Trumpet Piano Piano Clarinet Piano Piano Trombone Piano Piano Piano Trumpet Clarinet Violin Piano

William Stancer Robin Jones David Pemberton Paul Aagaard James Oglesby Robert Gardner Rupert Brown Richard Jemmett Nicolas Heslop Philip Kelly Robert Gardner Stephen Ashton Miriam Smith Mary Spratt Graham Flintoff Nicholas Hopton Richard Sabey Stephen Mawby Clive Broadbent

Hungarian Folk Song No. 2 The Darkened Valley Fantasia in F sharp min. 2nd Mov. Le Cygne Sicilienne Sonata detta del nero Fantasia in D minor Visions Fugitives No. 10 Swan Lake Study No. 6 Bagatelle in G minor Sinfonia — Cantata 156 Scherzo Allegro Nocturne Op. 37, No. 1 March (Occasional Overture) Larghetto (Quintet) Siciliano Sonata in F 1st Mov.

Liszt Ireland Mendelssohn Saint-Saens Faure Fantini Mozart Prokoviev Tchaikovski Harris Beethoven Bach Clara Schumann Haydn Chopin Handel Mozart Bach Mozart

Tuesday, zoth May at 6.3o p.m. in Hall Babak Saber Paul Aagaard Anthony Dixon Andrew Whipp Stephen Wood Timothy Hyde Jonathan Binnington Charles Allan David Copley Dominic Johnson Andrew Collinson

Flute Piano Clarinet Violin Violin Piano Clarinet Violin Trumpet Piano Horn

Adagio (Concerto No. 1) Concerto No. 12 — last Mov. Humoreske Liebesfreud Gopak Gymnopedie No. 3 Quintet We have a new master Trumpet Tune Polonaise in A Horn Concerto No. 2 last Mov.

Mozart Avison Dvorak Kreisler Satie Mozart Bach Purcell Chopin Mozart

Wednesday, 21st May at 6.3o p.m. in Chapel Robin Jones David Pemberton Clive Broadbent Charles Marshall Benedict Kaner James Bowden Timothy Kaner Andrew Copley David Kaner Jonathan Armishaw Adam Stone Benedict Kaner

Organ Violin Organ Trombone Horn Violin Violin Viola Violin Clarinet Violin Piano

Herzlich thut mich verlangen Concerto No. 3 1st Mov. Prelude on St. Peter Panis Angelicus Morceau de Concert Russian Fantasia No. 2 Sonata jn B flat Aria and Gavotte Sonata jn E min (Adagio and Allegro) Sonata in E min (Grave and Allegro) Bolney Ballard The Swan Sonata in G 1st Mov.

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Bach Mozart Darke Franck Saint-Saens Portnoff Arne Marcello Scarlatti Jones Saint-Saens Schumann

WAINE CONCERT Thursday, izth June at 7.00 p.m. in Hall PRO GRAMME En bateau; Cortege; Ballet. (Petite Suite)

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Canzonet (Haydn) and Scherzo-Trio (Beethoven) OSZ (Autumn)

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Mozart

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Sonata in A minor, 1st movement

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Trio No. 7 in E flat

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1.iebeslied

Kreiskr ANDREW WHIPP AND DAVID PEMBERTON

The Jockey (Teasdale) and Yesterday (Lennon and McCartney) STEPHEN ASHTON AND NIGEL PEMBERTON

Sonata No. 2 Largo and Allegro

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Debbie; Lonesome Road ..

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ASSOCIATED BOARD EXAMINATIONS During the year, the following have been successful in Associated Board Examinations. The results are Passes unless shown otherwise: Name

P. V. Aagaard C. R. W. Allan J. P. Armishaw J. P. Binnington 0. J. Bird C. G. Broadbent A. P. Copley D. J. Copley N. F. Harnby N. J. Heslop M. J. Heywood A. F. H. Hjort N. D. Hopton T. C. K. Hyde R. P. Jernmett T. R. W. Jones

Grade 5 1 3 5 5 5 7 5 3 3 6 4 4

Instrument

Piano Violin Clarinet Clarinet Flute Organ Viola Trumpet Clarinet Clarinet Trumpet Viola Trumpet Piano Piano Organ Piano Horn Violin Violin Piano Clarinet Trombone Viola Trumpet Violin Trumpet Violin

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B. C. Kaner D. R. Kaner T. A. Kaner P. J. Kelly W. P. Ledger C. C. Marshall J. R. Oglesby A. G. Slater A. G. Whipp C. D. Wombell S. P. Wood

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The following passed Grade 5 Theory: F. A. Craig, R. 0. B. Gardner, A. J. Nichols, J. R. Oglesby, R. N. Sabey and A. F. M. Stone.

DRAMA HEIL CAESAR "That's just how Communists come to power !" A colleague's reaction at the interval contrasted nicely with your reviewer's thoughts about the dangers of Fascism highlighted in the BBC Schools Television updated version of Julius Caesar further adapted by Ian Lowe for our Drama Centre. The production certainly presented us most vividly with all the paraphernalia of 30

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the modern authoritarian state — uniformed violence, body searches and control of the media. The twentieth century parallels were so numerous the mind reeled — Spanish Civil War, coup d'etat in Korea, access to television for extremists. Much of Shakespeare's material was immediately familiar. Kit Bird's Caesar presented a man made arrogant and careless by his own power, heading

CAST (in order of speaking) Rod Craig Tim Baylor Kevin Clarkson Tim Heap Kit Bird Guy Norman Mandy Rigby Craig Lawrence Ruth Addinall Katherine Stancer Jill Gillett Mark Adeney John McGrath Barney Skrentny Ian Anderson Stephen Mawby Chris Bronk Rupert Brown James O'Farrell Julian Guy Katherine Morcom Mark Lodge Television and Sound Crew: Lawrence Bleasdale, James Hewitt, John Abbott, Rupert Brown and Chris Bronk. David Hughes, Jon Hirst, Ian McLeish, Terry Wallhead and Backstage members of the stage option. Photography: Lawrence Bleasdale. Programme and Poster Design: Mark Lodge. Producer: Ian Lowe.

Cassius Brutus Trebonius Cicero Caesar Casca Antonia Newscaster Portia Fortune Teller Calpurnia Metellus Messala Decius Ligarius Publius Octavius T.V. Director Captain Lepidus Newsreader Radio Operator

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towards his tragic end, not even realising why. The conspirators were largely an unsavoury bunch, with Rod Craig's Cassius the most unscrupulous and menacing. Tim Raylor as Brutus gave an excellent portrait of a man tortured by the conflicting claims of loyalty and morality — an intelligent, sensitive liberal pushed around and manipulated by others less humane but more forceful than himself, a figure more reminiscent of School than politics. His bowing out left the stage a less hopeful place. The adaptors' inventions had their own special interest. John McGrath played an independent army-commander with the right degree of efficient detachment and lack of humour. With Mark Antony's transformation into the Lady Antonia the play's modern resonances rang even louder; Mandy Rigby's iron resolve and vowels formed to command turned the character into a frightening mixture of ITN newsreader and Prime Minister. Indeed her performance on the closed circuit allowed the audience to see both studio cynicism and screen conviction at the same time, a remarkably ungimmicky use of modern resources for dramatic effect. The production extended the Drama Centre almost as far as possible without excluding the audience. Scaffolding dominated the second half, the split levels took us back to the devices of Shakespeare's wooden 0, while the television screens exercised the same hypnosis as ever. Furthermore the set required the services of a host of technicians whose involvement made the event a school play in the widest and best sense. The many minor characters, some of them very young, acquitted themselves with the panache we have come to expect, so that the total effect was stunning — a universal situation, cleverly scripted main roles and a wealth of dramatic variation both to entertain and instruct the Third Former and also to remind his parents (and grandparents) of what dangers we have faced and still face in the modern world. R.G.D.

LA CANTATRICE CHAUVE by Eugene Ionesco One remark overheard immediately after the first performance of the play was that "it could never have been written by an Englishman", and this is certainly true, in spite of the fact that Ionesco's characters have English names and that great play is made upon their "Englishness" in the opening sequence. The programme notes pointed out the debt owed by Ionesco to phrase-book dialogue, parodied at the beginning of the play in the scene between Monsieur and Madame Smith, which owed its artificiality to the "situation dialogue" of the language textbook. It was, of course, the artificiality of the characters and their situation which Ionesco was highlighting in stripping their speech of logic in the normal sense, reducing conversation to meaningless non-sequiturs which, in a manner typical of the French, they still sought to invest with intellectual significance. We were warned that the play was a parody of drawing-room comedy and the actors were served by a very fine, traditional-looking, set which contrasted admirably with the confusion of "background" music greeting the audience as they entered the auditorium. Unfortunately, many of those present seemed to miss the point of this clever attempt to begin the process of disorientation, being content merely to play "spot-the-tune", until the arrival of the characters from the back of the auditorium and their inspection of their surroundings reinforced lonesco's insistence upon the artificiality of the situation. From this point, nothing operated on an accepted level, even the "trois coups", which traditionally signal the start of a performance, becoming an informal tattoo. Fortunately, for an audience with varying levels of competence in French, the actors enunciated very clearly, a fact which greatly helped those struggling with the vocabulary. With very little hesitation, relationships were established 32

and explored, to reveal the emptiness of bourgeois society. Ruth Addinall and Warren Carr, with many cries of, "Comme c'est curieux" and "Quelle coincidence", eventually establish that Monsieur and Madame Martin are man and wife and that Alice, the pretty little girl with "un veil blanc et l'autre rouge", is their daughter — only to have Katharine Denison (playing Mary, with the touch of "gaite parisienne" which one has come to expect of the traditional French maid) reveals that they are not man and wife and that there are two little girls called Alice, one having the right eye red and the left eye white, the other with the right eye white and the left eye red! More confusion was to follow, with David Hinchliffe, as Monsieur Smith, asserting, "Quand on sonne a la porte, c'est qu'il y a quelqu'un", only to have Jill Gillett, as his wife, "prove" that "Quand on sonne a la porte, c'est qu'il n'y a personne". This argument was settled by the Fire Officer (Roderick Barron) whose arrival and ringing (or non-ringing) of the doorbell had initially prompted the discussion. As the play moved towards its climax, the characters presented in turn a series of "anecdotes", culminating in Roderick Barron's "tour de force", the Fire Officer's recital of "le rhume". The climax itself was well executed, both by actors and background staff, as a total breakdown of communication was conveyed in the confused, simultaneous shouting of the characters, the changes of lighting and the strange background music. This led up to a complete blackout, from which emerged chants of, "C'est pas par la, c'est par ici" and a repetition of the opening scene of the play, with Monsieur and Madame Martin substituted for Monsieur and Madame Smith, but carrying on an identical conversation. The play is ambitious in its attempts to break down the conventions accepted by its audiences, but once its aims are known, it depends less upon any intrinsic literary value (which Ionesco would be the last person to claim for any of his work) than upon imaginative staging and competent execution, in which the author was well served by the "cercle dramatique francais de l'Institut S. Pierre". P.W. LA CANTATRICE CHAUVE Madame Smith Jill Gillett Monsieur Smith David Hinchliffe La bonne Mary Katharine Denison Madame Martin Ruth Addinall Warren Carr Monsieur Martin Le Capitaine des Pompiers Roderick Barron ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The group wishes to thank the following for their help:Andrew Barrell — prompting and bells. — Theatre Royal Properties Department. Daniel Bond Mike Dawson 1 — set. f John Gaastra Joyce Hirst — Bourgeois bric-a-brac and objets d'art. — publicity. Mark Lodge — all kinds of things. Ian Lowe — lighting. Iain McLeish — music. Keith Pemberton — printing. Alan Tooms Leading Fireman Wade — North Yorkshire Fire Brigade (York). Terry Wellhead "I_ — lighting and sound. Ken Wootton f

THE MIDDLE SCHOOL PLAY Journey's End is a deceptively difficult play to perform successfully. It appears straight forward enough — an immediately accessible situation, clearly defined characters, only one location, a comparatively simple lighting 33

plot — but there are hidden pit-falls. With most of the action taking place off stage and with a realistically cramped set, the play essentially consists of over two hours of static talking by characters who verge dangerously close to stereotypes expressing values that, to a modern audience, can all too easily appear absurd. Mark Adeney's production made the play work and, whatever other comments or quibbles a carping critic might make, that is the ultimate test of success. Caught in the horrors of the first world war trenches the people are pitted against the place and all, in different ways, are the losers. For this reason the set, the physical manifestation of the place, is crucial and here was the production's greatest strength. By its daring conception and visual impact the set brought the reality of the trenches vividly alive, never for a moment allowing us to forget the external fight against which the inner conflicts of characters take place. Of these characters it was Andy Stubbs' Stanhope that dominated the evening. While others acted their parts, he was his, embodying the brooding exhaustion of a man fighting for sanity in the mad house of war while desperately summoning up hidden resources of inner strength to try to ensure the physical and moral survival of his company. The maturity of this performance was remarkable. The other characters all had to fight against the temptations of caricature. Andrew Hjort's bluff, dependable Trotter succeeded admirably by allowing the humour of the part to come naturally, faltering in credibility only near the end in the drunk scene where he slightly over played. In contrast David Clark's performance grew in strength after an unconvincing start in which his too mechanical emphasis prevented him from exploring the subtleties of the character. His final, most difficult scene was, by the Saturday night, his best as he effectively conveyed both Osborne's sense of imminent death and his courageous reassurance of the nervous Raleigh. Raleigh is perhaps now the most awkward of all the parts, for youthful idealisation of war and hero worship are outmoded follies, too easily turned into material for a "Ripping Yarns" parody. Richard Venable managed to avoid the potential absurdity of the role by consistent underplaying, giving us a more muted and sensitive characterisation at the expense of the dramatic change of attitude after the raid. If his is the most difficult part then Hibbert's is surely the most unrewarding, having too few scenes to fully establish a character whose main feature is, in any case, lack of character. There were some excellent moments in Barney Skrentney's performance but he never quite got into the play and, while he remains one of our most promising talents, he must concentrate now on breath control if he is to reach the ends of sentences without running out of steam. Of the other parts Bradley Say's Colonel showed admirable, quiet (sometimes too quiet) control, suggesting a sympathetic caring man beneath the weakness and platitudes. Dave Thomas gave the play a very confident start with his cheerfully inefficient Hardy : Richard Norman coupled good comic timing with unobtrusively efficient handling of the complex catering demands of the script and Andrew Paterson, Richard Mansfield and Jeremy Barrett all gave sterling support. For all the individual talent displayed, it was the teamwork that was the most impressive aspect of the production all the credit for this must rest squarely on the producer. Mark Adeney can be well pleased with his directorial debut for here was a consistently intelligent interpretation of the play where even the effects that did not quite succeed, such as the synchronisation of the explosions and the roof collapse or the over hasty lighting change at Raleigh's death, were still well thought out ideas. The Middle School play is an excellent opportunity for young talent to be discovered and developed —Journey's End not only fulfilled this role but was a very impressive production in its own right.

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Andy Stubbs David Clark Andrew Hjort Barney Skrentney Richard Venable Bradley Say Andrew Paterson Richard Norman Dave Thomas Richard Mansfield Jeremy Barrett Many thanks to D.J.H. for help and advice. James Muirhead STAGE MANAGER/LIGHTING Mark Adeney DIRECTOR/PRODUCER STANHOPE, Commanding an Infantry Company OSBORNE TROTTER HIBBERT RALEIGH THE COLONEL THE COMPANY SERGEANT-MAJOR MASON, the Officers' Cook HARDY, an Officer of another Regiment A YOUNG GERMAN SOLDIER A PRIVATE SOLDIER

A DAY'S CLIMBING IN SNOWDONIA The day was a fine one, with crisp cool weather. The sun had not yet come up from behind Pen yr Ole Wen but a slight pink reflection on its shoulder from the early morning light was rapidly appearing. The moon was still up, behind our hostel, yr Hafod, and above Y Garn and Foel Goch. It felt beautiful, with just the odd car purring along, the gurgle of running water, and the bleating of sheep. All thirty of us gathered outside the cottage, waiting for the off, up the mountains which towered behind the hostel. Now we were just waiting for the masters to appear, who were just going to lock up the hut, and then we would be on our way. It was nearing ten now, and eventually there was a line of us zig-zagging up the mountain towards Foel Goch — but we weren't going to this summit. Overnight frost was visible on the ground and together with ice on the mountainside it was treacherous if you weren't careful. Now I thought that I didn't want to go on if this was what it was going to be like; but soon it was over. The pace was steady although I found myself at the back — but who cares ? It wasn't a race. A sudden tiredness struck me as I had not slept well the first night because of cold and restlessness. After about two hours we were nearing the plateau between Foel Goch and Y Garn, which was covered in crisp, frozen snow; and it was a relief, for me anyway, to reach some flat ground for a while and have a rest while the others took photographs. But the rest was short-lived as we had to get down before nightfall. We could see Snowdon ahead of us, sprinkled with snow around the summit. As we were going southwards towards Y Garn the sun was dazzling us on the glittering snow. I thought this was the time to have some ski goggles. But I forgot about the sun and looked away over towards the north, admiring the magnificent views towards Bangor and Anglesey. We reached the shoulder of Y Garn which had a lot of loose rock on it; and it often slipped away from under my feet. The shoulder was steep and dangerous as there was a sheer drop on one side and the shoulder itself had some icy patches. It was tiring going up here and I felt my calf muscles bulging and aching although the pain was soon over as we reached the top. Here we rested for a while for other people to catch up, and to give them a rest as well. But when everyone had caught up and was on top, we set off 35

immediately. A lot of people had thought it was lunch, but they had to put their packups away hurriedly and repack their ruck-sacks. I found myself behind everyone else. On the way down, which was a fairly gentle slope, the party was strung out in a long line in front of the great mass of Glyder Fawr. Below, I could see a lake, frozen from the intense bitter cold for some weeks. Around this area we were going to have lunch before we split up into two parties. Soon we had all collected at the foot of the big Glyder and we all chose a spot for lunch, preferably out of the Arctic Wind. All I wanted at that time was my boiling hot coffee, as I was cold, and I wasn't hungry either. After a hasty lunch, we split up into two parties; one going down the Devil's Kitchen, the other over Glyder Fawr. A party of about fourteen of us started off up the Glyder. It was icy at first as water had frozen, but then we got onto the main path, which zig-zagged up the mountain gently. The tiredness came back again, but this wouldn't keep me from going up. The feeling of freedom came back to me, and it was just marvellous being up in the mountains again. The path continued to zig-zag almost to the summit and as we got higher the snow became more apparent, in drifts at the top. Aching legs were putting me in agony, and I was glad to know where the top was after being up the same mountain the year before. The view was incredible, and with clear, cool weather we could see so much: north up to Anglesey and beyond, west to the Caernarvon peninsula, east back towards England with some factory smoke appearing over Merseyside. There was no time to stop as nightfall was drawing near. We hurried down as quickly as possible without killing ourselves. It was snow at first but then bog grass which was wavy in the wind. My toes began to ache as my boots were too small and they were hitting the ends. There was a big lake below us which we were heading for first. We soon reached that; and then it was relatively flat track to the Snowdon car park where we were going to be picked up just after dusk. Jonathan Winchurch. I found my second trip more enjoyable, for two main reasons. Firstly, I knew what I was in for: climbing on the mountains, friendliness in the hut, and how to occupy oneself in the evenings. Secondly, the weather was kinder, and varied each day. It provided something for each walk that made it more exciting. Wind on the first day was so strong that we could hardly walk. There was a blizzard on the second day; sun and occasional heavy snow showers on the third; and a magnificent last day with blue sky for the most time. The year before I had found that as it was a new experience I didn't take full advantage of the options available. For example, I made the mistake of going into Bangor . . . However, I have thoroughly enjoyed both trips to Snowdonia and hope to go on many more. I recommend it to anyone who wants to get away from it all and to experience new types of adventure. Ian Saville.

SAHARA EXPEDITION - EASTER 1980 The expedition this year was again led by Mr. Bulcock, accompanied this time by Mr. Tooms, and consisted of: David Aspinall, Alistair Carder-Geddes, Richard Coates, Anthony Dixon, Andrew Fawthrop, Tim Heap, Paul Johnson, Claire Lockey, Sarah Neville, Gary Oates, Sally Shuttleworth, David Topham and Charles Walker. The expedition started from in front of the school on the first Sunday morning of the Easter Holidays: the day was spent travelling down to Ply- 1

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mouth, where we stayed the night at the Drake Hotel after discovering that the Post House had mis-booked us. Monday morning began at six o'clock with an early call; the ferry sailed just after nine, and soon, in spite of quite a smooth sea most of the party had retreated to the safety of their cabins, where they spent most of the twenty-four hour crossing to Northern Spain. After docking in Santander late the next morning, the expedition arrived for the first time on foreign soil: soon we were walking up the beautiful, but steep, Cantabrian Hills — the minibus was apparently incapable of hauling both us and Mr. Bulcock up one particularly steep stretch. Once over the top, we made fairly good time southward through Spain, arriving the next next morning at Torremolinos on the south coast after a gruelling twentyfour hour drive via Madrid and Malaga. A swim on the beach, and a drive along the Costa del Sol later, we caught a ferry at Algeciras, and that night, after a smooth crossing of the Straits of Gibraltar, which afforded us an excellent view of the Rock, and a short stop once ashore in the Spanish-controlled duty-free port of Ceuta, we pitched camp in the dark at Asilah on the north-west coast of Morocco. A brilliant sun the next morning revealed a magnificent beach on which we spent the day, sun-bathing, swimming, building a sand-castle and recuperating from the exhausting journey through Spain. This was our first opportunity to sample our own cuisine, which went from strength to strength as the expedition progressed. On the Friday, a visit to nearby Tangier offered most of the party their first experience of Moroccan "salesmanship", and a gentle initiation to the fine art of haggling; on the Saturday, we left the beach and travelled southwards through countryside ranging from pastoral to arid, stopping for the night just north of Marrakech. Marrakech, on the Sunday morning, was one of the highlights of the trip : the colourful markets, the ancient medina, and the exotic main square, with its elaborately dressed water-carriers, its story-tellers and snake-charmers, although highly touristic (and hence exorbitantly priced, as many of us found to our cost!) offered hours of entertaining sight-seeing and haggling. In the afternoon, with the temperature inside the bus well beyond the range of the thermometer, we began our long journey eastward to the Sahara dunes. That night, after a minor repeat of the Cantabrian Hills incident (yes — we had to walk again) we slept out in a small valley in the Atlas Mountains, where the dew came down like rain and an intinerant Arab deftly removed Anthony Dixon's money belt from the bus. The next day saw us haggling again as we climbed steadily upwards, this time with the roadside amethyst-sellers : it was here that the commercial value of the three girls on the trip became apparent, with Claire Lockey being offered one piece of rock for ten dirhams and two kisses ! After crossing the High Atlas that morning, we travelled for the next three days through the barren, rocky semi-desert, stopping for a swim at the Source Bleu de Meski on the Tuesday afternoon, and crossing the Algerian frontier at Figuig on the Wednesday evening: the Algerian officials are supposedly renown for their cussedness and corruptibility, and it was mainly the latter that we experienced as we passed through their customs in record time. Our outward journey finally ended on Thursday afternoon as we came over a hill to the breathtaking sight of the small green oasis of Taghit, with its palm trees and its typical Saharan mud-hut village, nestling at the foot of an enormous caramel sand dune. Unfortunately, the hotel at which we had planned to spend a few nights of luxury was full of Germans, and as we pitched camp for the night, beneath the dunes, we were beset by the local merchants, who competed to buy all our old jeans The next morning, Sarah Neville surprised us all by being the first one to climb a dune before breakfast ! Others soon followed and the rest of the day was spent climbing dunes and around the hotel swimming pool. The 37

Germans finally departed on Saturday and we booked into the hotel that morning : after doing our laundry and enjoying a shower, the rest of the day passed in much the same way as Friday. The following morning marked the start of our return journey and for an uneventful (except for two flat tyres — probably thanks to our Algerian "friends") day-and-a-half we retraced our steps back across the Algerian frontier and soon after another swim in the Source Bleu on Monday afternoon, we turned north to cross the Atlas by a different route. We arrived back at Asilah on Tuesday, and Wednesday was spent either on the beach, or making a final visit to Tangier, where Tim Heap managed to get mugged by a small gang who made their getaway in a sort of motorized wheelbarrow ! The next day, after a brief stop in Tetuaan to collect our mail from the poste restante, and a not so brief stop in Ceuta to do our duty-free shopping, we crossed back from Africa to Spain and spent the night in a hotel. It had been arranged for us to meet Mr. Croft on the Friday, for a visit to the Domecq Bodega at Jerez. This proved to be most interesting and that afternoon, after a good lunch, we arrived at a campsite just south of Seville. Seville proved to be an easy place to get lost in on Saturday, indeed, David Aspinall was actually given up for lost until we overtook him on the way back to the campsite, with only seven miles left to walk. The party returned to Seville next day to see a bull-fight, and, at crack of dawn on Monday, set off northwards again, arriving at Palencia, where we had what was probably the best meal of the trip, by nightfall. After the meal, we travelled on into the early morning in order to reach Santander in time for the ferry at eleven, but as we began to climb the Cantabrian Hills, the weather, which had been deteriorating since Sunday morning, turned from bad to worse. Rain gave place to snow, and eventually a blizzard, which culminated in our having to push the bus and trailer (separately at one stage) up the last mile of the pass, in thick and often driving snow. We arrived, still dripping wet, but just in time, the next morning, only to find the ferry late and Santander flooded, but by that afternoon most of the party were more concerned with the effects of a none-too-smooth sea as we sailed homewards. After arriving in Plymouth late on Wednesday morning, the journey back to York was uneventful and we arrived late at night to a reception committee of anxious parents. It became clear as we unloaded the trailer that between us we had accumulated large quantities of Moroccan leather goods and national dress. Amazingly, the party were all in good health, for all, apart from Sarah Neville and Mr. Tooms, had suffered from illnesses ranging from sunstroke to food-poisoning to sea-sickness during the trip. Finally, on behalf of the party, I would like to thank Mr. Bulcock and Mr. Tooms, and everybody else who was connected with the organisation and preparation for the expedition, for a great experience, and a most enjoyable holiday. T.A.H.

NORWAY 1980 Previous sea crossings had left some members of the St. Peter's School Norway Expedition wary of matters nautical. However, on Monday, 14th July the North Sea was on its best behaviour and, after an easy drive from 7 St. Peter's Grove, the sixteen members of the group set sail from Newcastle on the "MS Blenheim". After a reasonable night's sleep and breakfast, the jagged coast of Norway was sighted. As we slipped in between the islands and up the Fjord towards Bergen, cameras appeared as the photographers 38

began their three week marathon throughout the country — the results of which we await eagerly. After disembarking we left Bergen and began our journey north through rain which we hoped would soon stop. The next day proved drier but more exhausting, when the brown bus and trailer were unable to climb the steep gradients of the Sognefjell mountains unaided. After passing Trondheim we continued up the Arctic Highway towards the town of Mo-iRana and Svartisen, a permanent four hundred square kilometre cap of ice and snow. We arrived at the Svartisen camp site at about 8.o p.m. on Thursday evening. The following morning we packed tents, sleeping bags and fooa (largely consisting of sweets) for a two day walk. We took a small boat along the Svartisvatnet Lake and then walked (with a number of tourists) towards the Osterdalsisen glacier, which came off the ice cap. We then walked up the side of the glacier and pitched camp near its head at about 6.o p.m. At about 8.3o p.m. we left our tents and sleeping bags and, after clambering up a steep bank, reached the ice cap itself. We walked north-west for about threequarters of an hour until we decided we had reached the Arctic Circle. We then started back to our camp, and a small route change ended up with us crossing in bare feet a stream which flowed from an ice-covered lake. No members of the party regarded it as warm. Having spent the remainder of the night and part of the morning in our tents we made our way back to the lake and after an hour long wait for the boat we arrived back at the campsite where we had left the bus and trailer. A quiet evening for all ensued. The next day we drove away from Svartisen to where the Arctic Highway crosses the Arctic Circle and there we found a huge number of tourists. After spending some time buying cards at the shop thoughtfully provided for that purpose we went south, driving through part of Sweden, and then camped on a beach next to Rossvatnet, one of the largest inland lakes in Europe. Late in the evening several reindeer came along the beach to drink but were evidently put off by our bright orange tents. The next morning we drove towards Trondheim and after another rainy camp went into the city, where we spent several hours before continuing our drive south. We reached a pleasant roadside lay-by where we spent the night, after a supper of Norwegian plaice which we'd bought in Trondhein fish market. The following day we arrived in the Romsdal valley and pitched camp in the afternoon below the 1,80o ft. high Troll Wall. On our first day in Romsdal we split into two groups. One group walked for about is miles along the Langfjelldal valley while the other visited the nearby town of Andalesnes. The next day the party again split into small groups, some of which walked and some of which swam or spent more time in Andalesnes. Driving south from Romsdal we passed through Lom, with its quaint wooden church, and reached the northern most point of Josterdalobreen, the largest ice-cap in Norway. After pitching camp the group again headed for the snowline. The ice was much easier to reach than that on Svartisen, and soon we were standing on a 5,700 ft. summit, perhaps a little closer to understanding the phrase, "on the roof of the world". Descending to goulash and mash seemed a bit of an anticlimax. The next day we drove down the west side of the ice-cap looking for another way onto it — unfortunately our main hope for this proved fruitless, and in the hot sunshine driving was hard on the passengers as well as the driver. Leaving the Josterdalsbreen we headed south again. On Tuesday, at the start of our third week in Norway we camped soon after lunch and spent the afternoon sunbathing on an island in the middle of a warm river. After a mixed grill in the evening we slept off the previous days' travelling. The following day we drove for most of the time, arriving in Bergen at about 6.o p.m., and eventually finding a campsite — only the second organised campsite we stayed on. On Thursday, leaving the trailer on the site we 39

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drove into Bergen to do our final bout of souvenir hunting. Bergen rewarded our attention by again raining on us. We then returned to the campsite for our last night in Norway. Next morning we drove back into Bergen and joined the queue for the ferry. The ship left on time and we sailed down to Stavanger. We stopped there for an hour, and as we left we had an awe-inspiring view of the "Alexander Kielland", the giant oil platform which had capsized in the North Sea. During the evening there was a disco on board which was attended by nearly all members of the party, and once again the sea gave nobody any problems. At Newcastle we disembarked quickly, and after a drive down what seemed a luxurious road (the A19) we reached York and our much longed for hot baths. To Mr. Hughes and, especially, Mr. Daniel go all our thanks for this immensely enjoyable and interesting trip. D.R.K. and C.J.E.B.

CAIRNGORMS 1980 We had set out on the Sunday after the end of term, in mid-morning. By the time we were to get to the Cairngorms at about 5 o'clock we would only have an hour's walking time before dark which would force us to set down camp only a little way into the Ben Avon range. This is on the south side of the massif, near Braemar. On the Monday we would have to walk a lot further and it would be hard because of an increasing depth of snow. As it was, when we woke up on Monday morning it was snowing very heavily, which meant that it would be even more tiring in soft snow. So we set out about 10 a.m. in very poor conditions : snowing, cold, with poor visibility. Luckily the track was very well marked, despite being covered in several inches of snow. As it was the first day, my ruck-sack was very heavy, probably 6o pounds, with bits hanging on it everywhere, rattling against each other every so often. Indeed, it was very hard going in the soft, wet snow, and I was thankful for any rest possible. In this way we made very slow progress and so didn't reach the ideal place for our second night's camp. Because of the bad weather it would not have been possible to camp exposed on the mountain slopes, so instead we sheltered in a valley. It was nearing 4 o'clock by this time and the pace was getting slower and slower. There was a general vote that we should stop and set up camp in a pleasant, sheltered valley with Scots pines around us. It had been snowing all day up to now, though it stopped for the evening as we set up camp — so that was a help. But we still had to dig out many inches of snow to form a base for our tents, which obviously meant a few cold hands and toes. However, this didn't take all that long; and soon brews were on the boil to warm us up again after a long, strenuous walk. Jonathan Winchurch.

COMBINED CADET FORCE In 1974 we decided to close the Army Section of the Contingent because it was becoming too small to work well, but we always intended to re-form it when the time was right. So it is very pleasing to record that the Army Section came back into existence this year, under the command of Lieutenant Tooms who has brought into the Contingent his special knowledge and experience from the Regular Army, most recently as a key member of the Cadet Training Team. We welcome Mr. Tooms to this appointment and we hope that the revived Army Section will now go from strength to strength. 41

The "ARETHUSA", the Naval Section's new cutter. ET. CIADR. BITI.COCK at the helm.

A Combined Cadet Force, however, depends in a very large part on the enthusiasm of the cadets themselves; in fact, without this a Contingent has no reason for existence; and in the long process of getting the Army Section going again, we should acknowledge the determined efforts of Corporal James Binns who, in the summer term of 1979, when he was in the Royal Navy Section, patiently enlisted support among boys who were not necessarily in the CCF so that he was able to convince the officers that there really was a demand for the revival of the Army Section. This was a good example of Initiative and of enthusiasm supported by action. So at the Annual Inspection on Tuesday, 13th May, all three Sections were once again on parade. The weather was good, and the Inspecting Officer, Group Captain R. H. Wood, O.B.E., R.A.F., the Officer Commanding, Royal Air Force Linton-on-Ouse was very pleased with what he saw, not least with the welcome displayed in signalling flags on the mast. The Group Captain trusted himself to the jack-stay rigged across the river by the Royal Navy Section: we do not recall any previous Inspecting Officer doing this, and happily all was well. Before the end of term, Lieutenant Commander B. J. Bulcock assumed command of the Contingent, and we wish him success and hope that he will have the active support from his colleagues in the Common Room that he will greatly need as the numbers in the Contingent grow. It is very easy to criticise the CCF as having no obviously useful function, or even of encouraging militarism, just as it is easy to question the value of many other activities in a school; but the fact is that the CCF gives to many boys something that to them is worthwhile and challenging, and any school that is privileged to have a Contingent would be very foolish to let it dwindle and die for lack of support from its masters. Sub. Lt. Roberts who has been a great asset to the Naval Section with his sea-faring background unfortunately left the School at the end of the year. His energy, drive and humour will be missed. The Contingent thrives, with more cadets going to camps and courses than for many years and with the bright prospect of a close association with the Green Howards, the Regiment to which we are now privileged to be badged in the Army Section. It has been a great pleasure and help to have had many visits from Second Lieutenants Barker and Denison, who were both prominent members of the Contingent and who have been giving their spare time to help with the training of the Army Section. At the Annual Inspection they presented a plaque bearing the Green Howards badge, and this will be permanently placed over the CCF notice board. This association with a famous Regiment reminds us how much we depend on the Services for their interest and support; we thank many members of the Services during this year; the Cadet Training team who have identified themselves with the Army Section; and the visiting officers and NCOs from the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force. In return we hope that we are able to uphold an interest in the work of the Armed Forces and to provide an opportunity for some boys to see if their future might be found in the very varied and responsible life that the serviceman must be prepared to undertake if he is good enough for it. D. G. C.

THE ROYAL NAVY SECTION The section has enjoyed a successful year, thanks to the inspiring leadership of Cox'n Lodge, who, together with his team from the Middle Sixth, particularly PO Bleasdale, has set high standards in industry and enthusiasm, encouraging greatly the younger cadets. An additional training aid has this year been the arrival, on permanent loan from the Royal Navy, of the 27 foot 43

motor cutter, "ARETHUSA", whose usefulness has been demonstrated both in parade time, and on a full-day exercise during the Christmas term. On that occasion, the flooded river made for an unusual and exciting excursion to Linton Lock and beyond. It is encouraging that various courses sponsored by the Navy have again been taken up by several members of the Section, who have returned with qualifications which include certificates in sailing proficiency very costly to obtain through civilian sources. H.M.S. Caledonia has again been helpful in allowing us the use of its finely situated expedition centre at Da11, on the shores of Loch Rannoch, for a June weekend, and the facilities of the ship for a week in the Summer, and a long-weekend in November. The boating, swimming, and shooting facilities remain the most popular attractions at H.M.S. Caledonia — though a day at sea on a mine-hunter, with its cunning electronic devices expertly used on a realistic exercise, was certainly stimulating. The Dall weekend was this year noteworthy for its production of two rival rafts, which, on first launch, proved to be unseaworthy, depositing their occupants unceremoniously into the Loch. But, with modification, stability returned, for fishing and exploration, the former unfortunately unsuccessful, and not supplementing at all our Navy diet of eggs and steaks expertly prepared by LS Bird. At School, Cox'n Lodge has modified and refurbished the stores, which were warmly complimented by the Inspecting Officers. He has also brought a sense of quiet involvement, sound organisation, and clear forethought to much that he has achieved, and we are most grateful to him for his outstanding leadership. Not least, he has set high standards for his successor, P.O. Paveley, whom we congratulate on being the youngest section coxwain for many years. We all wish him success.

R.J.B. ROYAL AIR FORCE SECTION The Section has had a successful and busy year with 47 cadets on parade at General Inspection when Group Captain R. H. Wood, 0.B.E., of R.A.F. Linton-on-Ouse was the Inspecting Officer. The training programme during the year has again been varied. The highlights have included an excellent night exercise at Strensall last November (surely the first night exercise when almost everything has gone to plan?) visits to the assault course at Strensall and a visit to R.A.F. Linton-on-Ouse in June. Group Captain R. H. Wood, the Station Commander, is an enthusiastic supporter of the C.C.F. and we look forward to continued close co-operation with R.A.F. Linton-on-Ouse. The biggest disappointment must be the lack of Air Experience Flying. One group of cadets has now had its flying cancelled seven times because of 1 bad weather/lack of pilots/aircraft unserviceability. They were due to fly in April, 5979 and are still waiting. Their frustrations are understandable. The Proficiency results were again satisfactory. The following cadets passed Part III: J. Burr, H. Coe, S. Bellamy, F. M. Simpson, J. R. Oglesby (credit), S. Bradley, P. A. D. Critchley, T. Hills, S. M. Midgley, J. Nield and D. A. Beaumont. The following cadets passed Part II: J. Kendall, R. Young, P. Stancer, F. Topham, S. Cotton. Proficiency work involves a considerable amount of hard work and the cadets who passed are to be congratulated. The Section sent F/Sgt. Hewitt, Sgt. Brown and L/Cdt. Oglesby to R.A.F. Wildenrath in Germany and L/Cdt. Burr and Cdt. Young to R.A.F. Gibraltar at Easter. We congratulate Sgt. Wallhead and Cpl. Giddings on the successful completion of their Gliding Courses. The Section again took part in the Assegai Shooting Trophy open to all R.A.F. C.C.F. Sections and we came a creditable twenty-eighth out of the seventy-three Sections in the competition. The Summer Camp was held at R.A.F. Locking near Weston-superMare. The following cadets attended: L/Cdt. J. Burr, L/Cdt. J. R. Oglesby, / 44

L/Cdt. F. M. Simpson and Cdts. P. N. B. Chapman, M. Dobie, S. P. Wood, N. D. Hopton, J. W. Shanks, R. 0. B. Gardner, P. J. Kelly, T. C. K. Hyde, A. F. M. Stone and M. G. Wise. The Camp was, as usual, both busy and interesting Almost everyone had two air experience flights from Kemble, home of the Red Arrows. Most cadets managed to see round the Red Arrows hangar and sit in the cockpit of a Red Arrows Hawk as well as seeing them give a breath-taking display. L/Cdt. F. M. Simpson and Cdts. J. W. Shanks, P. N. B. Chapman and R. 0. B. Gardner all did some gliding. L/Cdt. J. R. Oglesby excelled himself on the range and was one of the two cadets to gain an R.A.F. Marksman's badge out of the sixty-one cadets attending the Camp. We did well in the inter-schools competition considering the average age of St. Peter's cadets was between two to three years younger than that of other schools attending the Camp. And while we would rather forget about the drill competition we surprised everyone, including ourselves I suspect, by coming second in the Five-a-Side football. The team led by Cdt. N. D. Hopton consisted of: Cdts. R. 0. B. Gardner, M. G. Wise, T. C. K. Hyde and S. P. Wood. The team played with rugged determination and skill against teams physically stronger and taller than ourselves. Everyone enjoyed the Camp and returned home tired-out after an eventful week. Wg. Cmdr. D. G. Cummin retired at the end of the summer term after thirty years of service to the C.C.F. We shall greatly miss his dedication and guidance and we wish him well in his retirement. We congratulate Lt. Cmdr. R. J. Bulcock on taking over as Contingent Commander and we look forward to a continuing revival of the C.C.F. under his leadership. Lastly, I would like to thank all the NCO's, and in particular F/Sgt. J. R. Hewitt, for their enthusiasm and help this last year. R.G.G.D.

ARMY SECTION The re-forming of the Army Section was enthusiastically welcomed; in fact since the beginning of this term we have attracted no less than 38 cadets. The majority of cadets are IIIrd and IVth formers with a few Vth and VIth formers who have been promoted. The following cadets have been promoted to Corporal: J. Lawrence and A. Fawthrop while the following have been promoted to Lance Corporal: N. Clayton, J. Binns, M. Reed and J. Jones. The section has recently received confirmation that its members can wear the Green Howards cap badge. The badges will be presented by the Commanding Officer of the Green Howards at the start of next term during a day visit to the Green Howards' Regimental Headquarters at Catterick. Here thanks must be expressed to Second Lieutenants Barker and Denison of the Green Howards who left the school two years ago and have helped us so much in laying the foundations for a relationship with the famous Regiment. Because of the obvious problems facing a newly formed organisation, the section has had little opportunity to learn about the Regular Army; however, due to the R.S.M's. (Sgt. Major Tooms) enthusiasm in organising various courses we have already learned how to erect bivouacs, shoot, dismantle and clean both the American and British .303 gauge rifles, dismantle and reassemble Bren guns and, of course, how to drill. We have also had a very informative display and talk on modern infantry weapons laid on by the Cadet Training Team, and hope to arrange several trips to the assault course at Strensall in order to test our cadets' ability at climbing over walls, jumping ditches, swinging on ropes and other Tarzan-like activities. We have also arranged for an eight-day Annual Camp at Catterick to take place at the start of the summer 45

Cadets going round the Army Assault Course at Strensall. 46

holidays; an event to which we are all looking forward with great enthusiasm. Here we thank the ever enthusiastic Cpl. Maggs who has been, and hopefully will continue to be, an invaluable help to the section. We welcome Sgt. Shaw who has undertaken to help instruct us in the military training we require. It was with regret that we learnt that Wing Commander Cummin, Officer Commanding St. Peter's School C.C.F., will be leaving at the end of the Summer term to enjoy a well earned retirement. We thank him for his years of service and wish him all the best in the future. We must also congratulate Lt. Commander Bulcock on his appointment as the new Officer Commanding and we wish him every success in the forthcoming years. Craig Lawrence.

C.C.F SHOOTING At the beginning of September, James Hewitt was made captain for the year and, as usual, the winter and spring terms were fully occupied with the extensive use of the .22 miniature range for the options. During these two terms special emphasis was put upon weapon training and the innovation of term leagues was moderately successful. The National Assegai competition for R.A.F. contingents was entered for the second consecutive year. The team of four, J. R. M. Hewitt (capt), D. A. Beaumont, N. J. Hall and F. M. Simpson had an encouraging result considering the age of the greater part of the team, occupying twenty eighth place in the country. During the Spring term nine new shots from the third form joined the club and numbers were again boosted by a further intake in the summer when full-time shooting operated. Yet again we suffered from a shortage of open ranges at Strensall. However, an evening spent sighting the rifles on the 3om open-range paid off the next day when two teams were entered for the N.E. District Skill-at-Arms meeting. The two teams consisted of: J. R. M. Hewitt (capt.), M. A. Lodge, D. A. Beaumont and D. J. Paveley. L. G. Bleasdale (capt.), C. G. Broadbent, T. R. Boorman and P. A. Kell. Fifteen teams from ten north-eastern schools entered the competition and, as last year, the first team occupied third place in the deliberate shoot at 200M and 3oom. In the last match, a falling-plate, knock-out competition, both teams reached their respective semi-finals with the first team winning convincingly in the final. Following this win, the first team success for several years, full colours were awarded to David Beaumont and David Paveley and were re-awarded to Lawrence Bleasdale, James Hewitt and Mark Lodge. No team was sent to the County of Lancaster R.A. Meeting at Altcar, primarily due to the close proximity of certain '0' and 'A' level G.C.E. Exams. It is, however, hoped that a team will attend this and the Bisley meeting next summer. The School's internal competition was, as usual, held at the end of the summer term. This produced the following results: J. R. M. Hewitt J. R. M. Hewitt D. C. M. Sweetman

Green Howards Cup (individual deliberate) Falling Plate Cup (Individual snap) Recruit Cup (under 16 individual) House Aggregate Cup

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At the end of term it was announced that Clive Broadbent would be captain of shooting next season and that Paul Kell would be the new Armourer. We are, of course, all very grateful to those members of the staff who have helped run the shooting club this year. However, our special thanks go to Mr. D. G. Cummin whose additional help has made many of our visits to the open ranges possible. We wish him every enjoyment in his retirement. J.R.M.H. 47

TRIP TO GIBRALTAR The R.A.F. Station at Gibraltar was the host for this year's Easter Camp. Two Peterites, Robert Young and Jonathan Burr, joined other C.C.F. members at Gatwick Airport on the morning of the 27th of March. By 14.00 hrs. the group were in Gibraltar and enjoying their first taste of the warm sunny climate. After a lunch in the camp canteen the cadets were assigned to quarters and then formed into Flights of about 15. There are contingents from all three services based on the "Rock" and the cadet camp was assisted and entertained by all three. Friday started with a practice on the firing range. This was followed by a trip around the harbour in an R.N. launch. A major N.A.T.O. exercise had just ended and the harbour had a variety of Royal Navy ships at anchor. The view from the launch was magnificent and very inspiring. During the afternoon an orienteering exercise kept everyone busy. Saturday was initiative day when the Flights had to build a raft with old oil drums, ropes and any other materials that could be found on the beach. A look around a Nimrod aircraft completed the day. Sunday was a sight-seeing day around the Rock, and with the aid of an information sheet we discovered many interesting places. On Monday the group was entertained by the 2nd Light Infantry. A strenuous walk up about three miles of steps was followed by gym tests and a trip around the assault course. A look at modern weapons concluded the day with the Army. By this time the hot sun had started to take its toll (90°F one day). One member was confined to his bed, not a Peterite I hasten to add. As a comfort to this bed-bound cadet a request was played upon the camp radio by B.F.B.S. whose studio was conveniently situated near our group's dorm. Tuesday saw the cadets in our flight on a trip abroad an Air Sea Rescue launch to explore the coastline of the "Rock". We also had an interesting look at the equipment on the launch: radar, sonar, radio and navigation and rescue aids. More sunbathing followed. On Wednesday morning we had a flight in a Wessex Royal Navy Helicopter which was noisy but exhilerating. The view was something to remember. This was followed by an afternoon to spend those last few pennies and to chat to the local inhabitants. On Thursday the Flight looked around "H.M.S. Kent", a Destroyer, and a Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel. We then thanked Squadron Leader Major D. Lacey, the Officer in Charge, and all who helped to make the stay interesting, before flying home in a 727 of Dan Air during the afternoon. Jonathan Burr.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD SCHEME Since the last report, Neil Pattison, Sandy Day, Kenneth Murray, John Lethem, Richard Craig, Ian Wiggle and Simon Wetherell have achieved Gold Awards: congratulations. At a presentation in the Drama Centre on Saturday, r7th November, 1979, Mr. Mike Hutchinson of the York Award Centre gave out certificates to 29 Bronze Award winners and ro Silver Award winners. We are grateful to Mr. Hutchinson for giving of his time in this way; and offer congratulations to all those who have gained Awards. The commitment of time needed is becoming greater, the more so with modifications recently introduced in the Scheme: it is pleasing to see so many capable of sustaining the effort and initiative required. 48

Silver Award Expeditions took place in the Autumn half-term; with the Cycling group proving that there are two sides to every valley, but nothing like a fifty-fifty chance of the group and the supervisors being on the same one at the same time. A long evening's search ended after much wrangling with a secretive Telephone Information Service: we finally got the number we needed to discover that the boys were safe. The First Aid Course in the Spring put us further into debt to the St. John Ambulance Brigade. In return, it is pleasant to record that some of our boys acted as judges for a St. John's swimming sports in our pool; and others have performed the same service for York Scouts and Cub Scouts. Despite considerable difficulties of their own, York Fire Brigade have again put on courses for us at Bronze and Silver level: we are grateful. On average, I suppose the weather has been right for the summer expeditions : one blazing, sun-stroke special and one cancellation for fog and pouring rain: at the time of writing, we are still trying to fit in the Bronze Expedition Assessment weekend. I am looking forward to that: the Practice weekend was perhaps the most successful yet, owing to excellent help from groups of Sixth formers. But after all, perhaps the best summary of the work of the Scheme came out of the York Award Associations Annual Presentation at the Guildhall on Friday, 25th January, 1980. The School was well represented. The Earl of Swinton made the presentations.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD PRESENTATIONS IN THE GUILDHALL ON FRIDAY, 25th JANUARY Paul Aagaard gave the following speech which, for reasons of space, has been edited. He outlined some of the activities of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and spoke of its benefits. Certainly my Duke of Edinburgh Award experiences have given me an enormous amount of benefit over the last three years. To look back, projects that initially appeared to be ordinary turned out to be unexpectedly exciting and have been of great value to me. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is not only a much cherished Award which stands you in good stead when applying for a job, or filling in a University UCCA Form, but it involves you in a wide range of interests. The Award Scheme attracts many different people mainly because of its versatility, even people with physical disabilities can enter the Scheme as there are special concessions made for them. There is practically nothing that you can think of which cannot be incorporated within the Award. It breaks down all academic divisions allowing both the less intelligent, and the brightest candidates to excel themselves outside the classroom. Perhaps the most ambitious part of the Course at all three levels, Bronze, Silver and Gold is the Expeditions. For this I chose cycling as opposed to walking. My Silver Assessment Expedition, for example, took me on a circular route from Harrogate across the Pennines going through Nidderdale and Wensleydale. The total distance covered was 115 miles. For my Bronze Award I had been on a camping and cycling trip around Cornwall. In the Interests Section of the Bronze Award I collected a portfolio of brass rubbings from many churches in Yorkshire and also further afield. This proved to be quite an expensive hobby, as most churches charged anything from sop to £3 for the privilege of rubbing a brass. The hobby was extremely interesting — it is exciting to find complete and original old monumental brasses, and one learns from them a little of the life and traditions of previous generations which is, I think, fascinating. 49

Another interest which I knew nothing about was Marquetry. This was a hobby I started for the Silver Award and which I still pursue. The purpose and validity of the Interest Section of the Award soon became apparent in that one could pursue either an interesting hobby, or embark on something which one knew nothing about, or perhaps had never even heard of before. The Service Section of the Award I found more and more interesting as I went up through the Scheme. At the Bronze level I attended a Course on First Aid which taught me something about dealing with common body injuries. At the Silver level I attended a Fire Service Course which proved to be most useful. Again in this section of the Award you are not expected to remember everything that has been said and repeat it "parrot fashion", treating each lecture as a classroom lesson, but you are expected to assimilate the main gist and above all get some enjoyment out of the Course. At Gold level the Service Section features much more strongly in the Award. You are expected to help younger members of the Scheme and do rather more important ventures on your own. I have helped on Bronze Assessment Expeditions — camping out with one or two groups. I also helped at York Minster on the Information Desk. When I arrived I did not feel exactly informative about the Minster. I soon found out, however, that the information necessary comprised largely of . . . where the nearest toilet and pub were .. . At Gold level an extra section is necessary to obtain the Award — namely the Residential Activity. For this I attended an Acorn Camp. These camps are run by the National Trust and cater for anyone over the age of sixteen. Each year the National Trust issues a booklet with all the available camps in at different National Trust Properties. Usually they last for one week and you help to restore the property in some way. The Trust are very careful who they allow on these camps and demand a note of recommendation from some reliable source. Once on the Course the Leader has to submit a report on each person at the end of the week and for working on the camp you are given an Acorn camp Volunteer card, which enables you to get in free to any National Trust Property for one year. I attended a camp just south of Chester in Wales at Chirk Castle. On the camp there were ten boys and ten girls ranging from the ages of 16-25. The leader was a police sergeant and the assistant leader a Leeds university student. Much of the castle had been restored, but one wing was still in the process of being restored. Our camp turned out to be really enjoyable and made for a great week. Our main jobs on this camp were: painting the endless iron railings which bordered the castle and grounds, and re-building the "ha-ha" stone wall, a "ha-ha" wall being distinct from a free standing stone wall in that it leans against a bank of earth on one side. Everyone worked surprisingly hard but the real sporting turn came when the 1 tourists arrived, in their hundreds. The other members of the group had amazing stories to tell about the fun they had in other camps with the tourists. One of the best stories was how they chained their feet whilst working on their job and they put up a sign which read "Please do not feed the prisoners" apparently the result was most effective as tourists gave them a wide berth. We did not try this one but we did put up a notice saying "We are unpaid and hungry — please donate" . . . unfortunately we only thought of this on the last day, but nevertheless we got £12. Then perhaps the plan got a little out of hand because a coach load of Old Age Pensioners insisted on giving us two large cardboard boxes of food which we felt a little guilty about. On two evenings in the week we had dinner in the Servants Dining Hall — a lovely atmosphere with big log fires. On the last night we spent our £12 on refreshment for a Barbeque which we held in the Castle gardens. The week was a great success and I have booked another camp this year. To view the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme as a whole, I see that it brings from within a person many different talents which he or she may or may not have known were there. It offers young people in the United King50

dom and in the other Commonwealth Countries a challenge and an opportunity to expand one's leisure activities. On these criteria I think the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme is an excellent award to have in one's possession and, unlike other awards, it has not become out-dated and old fashioned but has very much kept pace with the youth of today.

THE HARRIS SCIENCE SOCIETY After Mr. Philip L. Harris had left the School for the first time the School's Science Society was disbanded. It wasn't until early in the Summer term this year that it was decided to re-form the Society. Deb Pal immediately proceeded for form a Committee consisting of house representatives and other enthusiastic members. Soon the committee started to meet regularly to discuss and eventually decide what form the Society should take. All decisions being, of course, backed by the Headmaster, who took it into his own hands to contact Queen Margaret's of Escrick to see if they wanted to hold joint meetings, as was done previously by the Senior Science Society. It was again during these meetings that a unanimous decision was made to ask Mr. Harris to inaugurate the Society, and to subsequently use his name for the Society. Douglas Williamson and Deb approached Mr. Harris, and after convincing him that it was not a practical joke, a constitution for the Society was delivered to the Headmaster. Meanwhile, Deb, who by now had assumed two roles of chairman and secretary, worked very hard to obtain material for the opening meeting. On Wednesday, 4th June the Committee, Mr. Harris and the Headmaster met for a short informal chat, in the Rhodes room before the first meeting. About 4o people attended the opening meeting which Mr. Harris opened with a short speech, in which he, among other things, wished us luck and thanked us for naming the Society after him. His speech was followed by three interesting and informative films on energy and nuclear power. Thanks are especially due to Deb Pal, for his hard work and enthusiasm in getting the Society on its feet, the Headmaster's secretaries for their typing of correspondence, the Headmaster for his complete support at all stages and Clive Broadbent and Mike Shipley for printing the membership cards. Jason Schofield.

THE NORTHCOTE PARKINSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY The society's programme this year has spanned a wide range of subjects and the popularity of the society has continued. Talks with relevance to the `A' level syllabus have included : "Fascism in the Thirties" by Mr. Trythall of York University; "The Origins of the Second World War" by Professor Carr of Sheffield University; and "The Enlightenment" by Professor Hampson of York University, while talks on more general topics have included : "The Phoenix Park Murders" by Tom Corfe and "A Historian Researching into Medieval Women's History" by Dr. Biller of York University. The questions resulting from these talks were always interesting and not a few heated dis0 cussions occurred with their presenters. The Balloon Debate was, as last year, both hilarious and enjoyable and many incisive questions were fired at the competitors. However, by presenting 51

many of his personal views and causing general uproar, Ian Anderson, as Karl Marx, swept all opposition aside and remained in the balloon. The society showed two films this year, one satirical and one biographical on the career of Adolf Hitler. The former being Charlie Chaplain's "The Great Dictator", and the latter a deeply disturbing study of Hitler's career. The visit to the Roman fortress of Vindolanda was both interesting and enjoyable, and the visit to the Viking Exhibition at the British Museum at the end of the Summer term was a great success. On behalf of the committee I would like to express our gratitude for the work of Mr. Drysdale, who has again proved invaluable to the society. Stephen Mawby.

YOUNG FARMERS' CLUB The first meeting was a talk and films by Mr. Denby from I.C.I. We saw two films on grass management and then Mr. Denby answered questions. Before the meeting a new committee was elected: S. Prest, Chairman; T. Coleman, Vice-Chairman and Minutes Secretary; P. Burdass, Secretary and R. Lister, Treasurer. The next meeting was a trip to the sugar beet factory in York. In the final meeting of the Autumn term we saw two films on milk. The highlight of the year was unquestionably a visit by two members of John Smith's Brewery Ltd. They brought a film on the brewery process and samples of the various stages. After the meeting we all enjoyed sampling the end product. Finally thanks must go to Mr. Paterson and Mr. Coulthard who transported us to the sugar beet factory. Stuart Prest.

BUSINESS GAME This year, as usual, the team won the first round, but was defeated in the second. The early periods of round one, were a massive disaster for the team, due to their adoption of rather unusual tactics and the game commentator was unable to grasp the strategy behind our decisions. However, the commentator grasped the catastrophic effects as he stated that the team was rapidly approaching insolvency and that an accountant was badly needed. A rapid change of plan was needed and so, closing their ears to the radical minority who had influenced the newer members of the committee in the earlier stages, the board proceeded to implement monetary shock tactics which caused a change in their fortunes and took them from third to first place. Armed with the knowledge gained in round one the team then entered the second round and pursued a much more cautious and coherent course. Despite a record net profit in the final period this unadventurious policy failed to win the team the game and they finished second. Mr. Armstrong has again given up much of his time to be present at board meetings and has given much help about policy decisions and I would like to express, on behalf of the committee, my thanks. Stephen Mawby.

THE CHESS CLUB

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4-2. Won 14-44. Lost Shepherd's II 41_-11. Won Won 4-2. Clifton Hospital Lost 2-4. Lost 21-3f. Norton & Malton 14-44. Lost Lost 4-54. Nunthorpe I 31-21. Won Drew 3-3. Rowntrees II Drew 3-3. Lost 21-31. Bootham Lost 1-5. Lost 1-5. A.H.G.S. I Lost 21-3f. Lost 21-34. York II 1-11 (Double points). Lost Pocklington Points against 674. Points for 404. Won 4 — Drew 2 — Lost 10.

The House Chess competition was played in the Spring and Summer term. Temple beat last year's winners School House in the final 3-2. A special mention must go to the Rise which, though they had no team players, readily beat School House in the semi-final (School having three team players). Temple v. Queen's Dronfield v. Grove

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`ST. PETER'S SCHOOL, YORK, A.D. 627' A SEQUEL Following my article in last year's edition of The Peterite, I was asked by the editor to write a follow-up article and to publish some photos of the locomotive. Firstly, I must reiterate my thanks to those two O.P's. who replied to last year's article and provided some valuable information filling in several gaps in the engine's history. I now know for certain that photographs exist for every period of the engine's history though there is still a chronic shortage of pre- and immediate post war photographs. Secondly, more knowledge has now been made available about the engine's workings. It seems from lineside observations that the engine spent most of its life working fitted freight trains on the old G.C. (Great Central) main-line from York and the North-east. Perhaps its most noteworthy passenger duty was to haul the train carrying the school's CCF to its annual summer camp on at least one occasion. Some measure of 4818's performances may be gained from the BR tests on 60845 (LNER No. 4816) in 1953, these have been well documented elsewhere in "The LNER 2 - 6 - 2 and 2 - 8 - 2 Classes" (Ian Allan). Turning now to the photographs shown here, detailed examination will reveal that the tender behind the locomotive varies between the photographs, this is due to the fact that when the locomotive was overhauled the tender was dealt with separately and thus on completion a locomotive would receive the first tender outshopped after it. When built in 1939, 4818 received a 4,20o gallon Group

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ST. PETER'S SCHOOL, YORK, A.D. 627 in April, 1965. This is the last known

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(Photo: R. D. E. Brown Collection.)

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL, YORK, A.D. 627 in 1951, note the older pattern tender.

(Photo by courtesy of .7. R. Walker, F.N.R.M.)

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Standard tender of the most modern design although it always carried a 4,20o gallon tender many published photos of it show the locomotive with an earlier pattern of this design as preserved with Green Arrow in the N.R.M. If any O.P. reading this has any information relating to date of tender exchanges, photos, or dates of special workings (e.g. to CCF camps) by 4818 I would be most grateful if they would contact me via the school. Finally, for anyone wishing to construct a model of 4818 there are two excellent kits on the market. Firstly, the Nu Cast kit with correct pattern tender for 4818 as initially built and the Jamieson model featuring the older pattern tender. Nameplates for the model are available from L.F.C. at Holmfirth. Rupert Brown.

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT by Lower VI Politics Set Red is a dangerous colour, particularly for Public Schools, but Alex Lyon, Labour M.P. for York, goes beyond the call of duty every year on behalf of St. Peter's. Once again he went through the tedious business of collecting tickets from his Parliamentary colleagues; by the Friday he had eight tickets, but, when we arrived at Westminster on the Monday he had conjured up a further six, enough for all of us to witness a melodramatic Question Time in the House of Commons. We did not see the Prime Minister, but there were many heartfelt Questions — about our (lack of) Defence, directed at Francis Pym, and about our (lack of) Industry, directed at Sir Keith Joseph. There was a Private Notice Question, about a lunatic American Computer which had grown tired of waiting for Nuclear War and had resorted to False Alarms. There were no less than three requests for Emergency Debates under Standing Order No. 9, all delivered with intense feeling, particularly one by Enoch Powell on Violence in Northern Ireland. He still has such power to mesmerise; like Lloyd George and Churchill, he will be remembered. Some of us were a little embarrassed by the quaint formality of the Speaker's Procession, and others were disillusioned by the contrasting informality of the House; but the Speaker's wise words proclaimed the Humanity under the Wig, and Members' outrage at Injustice, to me, at least, rang true. For myself, the more I visit our Parliament, the more I am reassured. J.P.R.

SCHOOL BIRD RINGING The following birds were ringed during the year. Numbers in brackets indicate those ringed in the nest. Blue tit 137 (i6); swallow 129 (I to); blackbird 51; starling 65 (3); great tit 44 (15); greenfinch 35; swift 3o; house martin 23 (3); tree sparrow 21 (17); dunnock 16 (4); sand martin 15; willow warbler 14 (5); robin II; song thrush 9; wren 7; reed bunting 6; coal tit 6; whitethroat 5; sedge warbler 5; pied wagtail 5 (4); spotted flycatcher 4 (4); yellow hammer 3; lesser whitethroat 2; willow tit 2; cuckoo I (I); meadow pipit 1; chiffchaff 1; linnet 1; bullfinch 1. Total: 659 birds of 32 species. Only six recoveries were reported in 1979, but six different species were involved. The three interesting ones were: a starling ringed in 1970 found in Leeds. A redwing ringed in 1968 was found by detecting the ring only using a metal detector in woods at Bingley, West Yorks. Pride of place must go to the nesting cuckoo ringed near Wetherby on 23rd June. This bird hit a window in Holland on 7th August and was later released unhurt. G.D.C. 57

Presentation of the Cheque for the Scanner Appeal to

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SCANNER APPEAL DAY 1st June, 1980 Scanner Appeal Day, held to raise money for the North Yorkshire Body Scanner, boasted a host of entertainments and was rewarded with both good weather and a good crowd. After an unpromising start, the weather brightened and by half past one all the activities were in full swing. Highlight of the afternoon was undoubtedly the cricket match between the Girls and the First XI, which provided both amusement and some good cricket. While this was going on many of the crowd walked round the sideshows which were many and varied. The pillow-fighting, contested on a beam above a soft mat, drew a large crowd, some of whom were sprinkled with feathers when a particularly violent swipe burst one of the pillows ! Another attraction was Paul Johnson's "lovely bunch of coconuts" which involved varied methods of hurling wooden blocks at coconuts, some luckier than others; unsuccessful attempts provoked remarks about glue and nails whereas successes were rewarded with furious attempts to look as though the hit was completely intentional. The long jump pit was imaginatively converted into a "treasure hunt" game while one dubious individual spent the afternoon relieving Olavites of their money by insisting how easy it was to hit a ten pence piece in the bottom of a bucket of water with five pence coins. Three fire engines arrived at the school to give demonstrations and contributed a hose in the "sponge throwing" game — this gradually increased in popularity as the crowd were given the opportunity to soak first School Monitors, then the Head of School, and finally one member of staff whose true grit was destroyed in a matter of minutes by a barrage of sponges! The minibus was on hand to take people down to the river to enjoy boat trips on "Arethusa", run by Mr. Bulcock, and these trips proved to be a great success; back at school, tea was served from a marquee and the crowd were entertained by the Wind Band. The whole enterprise was presided over by Mrs. Shuttleworth whose hard work ensured that everyone who came enjoyed themselves tremendously. At the end of the day, the magnificent sum of £1,520 had been raised. Christopher Ashurst.

VISIT TO MUNSTER Warren Carr recently went to Munster in West Germany to improve his language skills. In the following article he tells of his experiences living with a German family and in getting to know Munster. Munster is a large town in West Germany with 267,000 inhabitants and lies just north of the industrialised areas of Dortmund, Essen and Dusseldorf, and is some 35 miles east of the Dutch border. It is the capital of Westphalia and administrative centre for the surrounding area of Munsterland. It is an episcopal seat, and religion figures prominently with nearly 70 per cent of the people Roman Catholics, attending services in the many modern churches as well as the Cathedral. The town is twinned in England with York, and it was through St. Peter's that the connection with a family was obtained. With only a year to go before 'A' levels and my German well below standard, a trip to the country to stay with a family was imperative. After a flurry of late arrangements, an exchange was organised and my visit set for 8th August until 5th September. The physical similarities between the towns are soon evident. The original town of Munster, within the old city wall, is much the same size as York and development has been similar. The surrounding countryside, like that of York, is endlessly flat, only more so in Munster. Not unnaturally, agriculture 59

!I is predominant, with only small amounts of light industry besides the administrative offices. I met my host at Munster station, and we drove to his house on the outskirts of the town. There, in the small but comfortable modern bungalow, I was introduced to the family of two daughters and a son, my friends and companions for the next four weeks. I then retired for what I thought would be a spell of swift unpacking, but made the mistake of first lying down on my bed. I fell asleep immediately. Some two hours later I was woken by an amused host and emerged from my cellar-room for my first meal. Eating with a family abroad is an ordeal the first few times. I told myself: "It's easy. Just do whatever they do".

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HOUSE NOTES DRONFIELD Autumn At the beginning of the Christmas Term we welcomed into the House eleven new junior members. We also welcomed Mr. P. Taylor who became our Assistant Housemaster along with Mr. D. H. Hamilton. The athletics programme was upon us immediately and although we brought up the rear on Sports Day it was not through lack of effort, with Andrew Stubbs gaining over half our entire points, winning both the Junior High Jump and the Junior too metres. Some impressive prizes were won on Speech Day by members of the House, the most notable being the Paddy Power Prize won by Terence Wall61

head — a prize given not to those who excel in the major sports and activities, but to those who do the more mundane jobs which are so essential to the running of all these other activities. Other prize winners were Guy Norman, Peter Davies and Milo Sweetman. In the Senior House rugby this year we lost to a potentially stronger side, School House, however, we certainly put up quite a creditable opposition against them, captained by Julian Guy. The Middle VI also presented a week of Chapel Services this term which showed how the year could really produce something of worth and standing outside the classroom. While on the subject of extra-curricular activities, Dronfield produced a very good supporting team for the school play this year Heil Ceasar, namely Julian Guy, Guy Norman and Katherine Stancer — this play was one of the best plays put on by the School in the versatile Drama Centre. Musically, the House was well represented with twelve members taking part in the St. Cecilia's Concert in both the wind band and the choir. It was also very pleasing to see over half the house in the audience for the "Carols for All Concert" at the end of the term.

Spring The term, although the shortest of the three, produced some excellent results from members of the House. Guy Norman organised a Sponsored Walk in aid of The World Wild Life Fund, an activity which at St. Peter's has never caught on. The course was around the school buildings, each lap being about one-third of a mile. Although approximately 3o people took part many people completed over 5o laps and were well sponsored from boys in the school. Consequently, the amount raised was a staggering £3oo. In all an excellent effort on behalf of the House. Musically, the term was extremely full with five Concerts in all. A proportion 53% of the House were involved in these Concerts, quite a respectable percentage in comparison with other Houses. It is particularly pleasing to see young members putting in an effort, Charles Allen, for example, who recently passed Grade I Violin with Merit. On the sporting side this year our best performance was seen in the Swimming Gala right at the end of term with the School Captain of Swimming, Charles Walker, leading quite a strong senior team but a much weaker junior team to come a creditable 5th place overall. In the House Cross Country this year Dronfield — to use an old phrase — "came last but not least". Another increasingly important Sport which took place this term was Hockey — Andrew Precious, the School Captain of Hockey and a very notable all-round sportsman, received a hockey stick at the end of term and his Hockey Colours which were also awarded to Julian Guy and Ben Siew Yeo. Another excellent effort this term was the House Play, "Three Bears and a Couple of Dwarves" performed by well over half the House and written completely by members of the House in the Dronfield tradition which has in the past, and did on this occasion, achieve great success in the eyes and ears of most people — it was produced by Julian Guy and Guy Norman who put much effort into an initially shaky script giving the cast confidence to perform it. Finally, at the very end of term the House Art Competition produced some splendid results from Dronfield. We came second overall. Those involved were: Jeremy Hicks, Ben Siew Yeo, Clive Broadbent and Gary Oates.

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this occasion was easily won in a final against Grove. The Junior team did not do quite as well, although the captain Andy Stubbs scored a century in the first round. The House shooting cup was also won under Clive Broadbent with David Sweetman winning the individual U.16 shooting cup. Congratulations must also go to Jonathan Cooper who received his rowing cup and to Simon Bradbury for his third form prize. House Colours were awarded this term to, in the seniors, P. V. Aagaard, C. Stubbs, T. Wallhead, A. M. Precious and in the juniors, A. Jewitt and J. Hirst. Musically Clive Broadbent excelled, winning the senior music prize, playing the organ in the St. Peter's procession in York Minster and in the Waine Award concert. Julian Guy presented another week of chapel services with the help of other members of the year. Bradley Say, a IVth former, also took a service. The Middle School play, Journey's End organised and directed by members of the IVth form unearthed acting talents from Dronfield, namely Andy Stubbs, Richard Venable, Richard Norman, Andrew Paterson and Bradley Say who fitted his part as Colonel extremely well. In the Inter-House rowing competition the House won the senior class with Terry Wallhead winning the open sculls. As a result the House lost the Oxford Cup by only 5 points. Overall the House has had an excellent year winning the senior cricket, the shooting and the rowing. Many individuals have also contributed much throughout the House and the School making for a pleasant year. Paul Aagaard.

GROVE Autumn At the start of the term we welcomed Mr. Drysdale to the House as Assistant Housemaster. We were also pleased to see the return of John Abbott (as Head of School) and Dennis Burton for their term in the Upper VI. Despite some good performances in the Athletics Standards (Juniors Robert Ellerker and James Procter showed promise and Timothy Kaner and Jonathan Simpson also gained high scores) we could only manage sixth place and did not better this position on Sports Day. Individual performances worthy of mention were: James Orange-Bromehead (second, javelin), Matthew Sellers (second, 800m), Graham Cole (first, long jump), Timothy Kaner, David Kaner, Jonathan Simpson and Jonathan Wright also gained useful points. With a little more effort from some members of the House, we should hope to improve our positions next year. If talent was perhaps a little lacking in the Senior House rugby team, enthusiasm was not and we fought well, !osing narrowly 8-4 to the Rise in the first round. Richard Liddle was the scorer of our only try. James Gair, a 1st XV player and the appointed captain of our team, was unable to play due to injury but remained in charge of his side adopting the role of cocah. David Gardner replaced him as captain on the field. The House was well represented in non-sporting activities throughout the term; we had several boys in the choir and were well represented musically with Andrew Hjort, James Bowden and Adam Stone performing in School Concerts whilst the more senior Grove House sextet consisted of Christopher Bronk, Rupert Brown, Stephen Mawby, Lawrence Bleasdale (strings), Robin Jones (piano) and David Kaner (solo violin). It was also pleasing to see many members of the House taking part in the School play, Heil Caesar. Mandy Rigby and Christopher Bronk both had major roles whilst Stephen Mawby, Mark Lodge and Rupert Brown also took part and Lawrence Bleasdale was important in special effects backstage. 63

During the course of the term David Kaner was appointed a School Monitor. Easter We returned with the most welcome news of Oxbridge successes. Congratulations to Dennis Burton on gaining a place at Worcester College, Oxford, to read Economics; also to Christopher Bronk on his remarkable achievement during fourth term in gaining a post-mastership (Scholarship) to Merton College, Oxford, to read Physics and to Mandy Rigby on winning an Exhibition to Lincoln College, Oxford, to read Mathematics (also during fourth term). Academically there were further successes at the start of the term with both Rupert Brown and Timothy Kaner gaining General Knowledge prizes. This represented Rupert's fourth General Knowledge prize since his entry into the Senior School. On the sports field we were unfortunately unable to match our academic prowess. Although we were unsuccessful in the squash competition, James Bowden showed some strength and should prove a valuable House and School squash player in the future. The Juniors lost narrowly in the first round of the House rugby and managed fifth place overall in the cross country in which James Procter achieved a creditable ninth place. In the Senior cross country the captain, Jonathan Wright, managed a commendable sixth place. There was little to rejoice over in the House swimming competition. The team of Grove finalists consisted mainly of the Gair and Kaner families! Needless to say, they were responsible for gaining almost all our points. David Kaner and Robert Gair each gained a third and a fourth place and David Carr swam well to achieve second place in the Junior butterfly. Finally, on the sports side, we are grateful to David Gardner for his efforts in the five-a-side soccer over this and last term. In the House art competition we were unlucky not to gain any distinction; some of the work displayed was quite excellent and many thanks to Helen Batty for her organisation of the House effort. Towards the end of the term, we enjoyed a most amusing House play, The Lady From Maxims. Mandy Rigby, the producer and "star of the show" caused quite a stir with her costume and it took the full house some time to recover from the impact of her first appearance. David Kaner and Christopher Bronk acted out their roles very well and the previously undiscovered Rupert Brown was most popular with the audience. We again thank Charlotte Semple (a pupil at York College for Girls) for her help and part in the play. At the end of the term David Kaner, Christopher Bronk, Rupert Brown and Mandy Rigby were awarded their House Colours for their services to the House, particularly in acting and music. Summer The first major sporting event of the Summer term was the Senior House cricket and the excellent performance by the House against Rise took us to the final of the competition. There was some very good batting (Jonathan Simpson 97, Jonathan Wright 47, Richard Liddle 39) helping the Grove along to their score of 218 for the loss of five wickets. Rise in reply made 145. Richard Kirby should be commended on some excellent bowling. We were, however, unable to beat Dronfield in the final. Grove batted first making 71-9 and Dronfield won by six wickets. In the Junior cricket we again fell to Dronfield making only 34 runs in reply to a Dronfield innings of 161. On the cricket field there was individual success for Jonathan Simpson and we congratulate him on winning the Young Fast Bowler for Yorkshire (continued on page 81)

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POETRY COMPETITION The Peterite organised a Poetry Competition in the Summer term. The standard of entries was high and the choice of the outright winner was difficult. The first three poems published are in order of merit. Thanks must go to all who submitted entries. A First Love Poem Misty dawn lies grey, A blanket on a pillow of green, As the sleepy air hangs sharp And cold, as I hold You close and warm. Soft breath moves, gently soothing, Lightly cooling. The mist soon clears from the Hollows of forget-me-nots, As orange burns The grey away. This is the dawn, Ours is the day; My night was banished, the day we met — Our Sun, risen, Will never set. I love you, too.

Christopher Ashurst.

Cui Bono ? I just can not do any more Latin. I can not face it with an aequo animo. I've had it a.m. and p.m., o .. o i urn urn Ad nauseam, ad infinitum And when all the ablative absolutes Have been worked out, There's still verbs to decline, decline, declines, etc. All I want is some peace and quies. Who says it's a "sine qua non ?" Who wants that wretched 'A' level, '0' level, Of 'A' level, for 'A' level, by 'A' level ? Some exist, who enjoy Latin (De gustibus non est disputandum): But, Ye Gods, I cannot get it right — All this apposition, allusiveness, assonance and alliteration! Ceteris paribus I might have succeeded But order wrong the words in the are! After all, humanum est errare: Even if laborare est orare, I don't care. I may be an Oxymoron, but .. FORTUNA FAVET FATUIS! Anthony Dixon. . . .

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Same Old Story So close I could reach out and touch it. Beauty Rich dark exotic unexplored, A wealth of undiscovered Love. Light not yet lit Cold black coals of inexperience Not knowing what is lacking Wanting Missing Needed. Fires and desires of the Hunters of the lucky casket but also Of the poor Venetian too but Beauty remains virgin Aloof unexplored untouched. Cold. So close Beauty right in front of me On the other side of a Broad Endlessly deep Chasm. Ugly black scar defensive Forbidding Viscous black welt Dividing paths of nature Defying resisting laws of Nature. Substance unknown to either of us Not mortal or immortal but There. Existing As nothing by nothing like A wall so invisible It cannot be seen through. It blocks. A chasm of intangible reality Emptiness hollowness black blank Despair. And beauty Far away across endless black space. So close I could reach out and Touch it. Warren Carr.

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No More War "No more war, no more arms, no more pacts". Said the politician, looking at the facts, "The build up of arms leads to war. We cannot ignore that fact, anymore". (Loud applause from the floor.) "Fear provokes fear". This is what they wanted to hear. But they didn't hear the rumbling of the tanks. As they gave the speaker their whole-hearted thanks. Nor the roaring of the planes, overhead, As the demonstration march went ahead Through Hyde Park and to Parliament, hand in hand with each other. Is it any wonder they were surprised to discover The Kremlin there instead ? Mark Simpson. The Birthday I tell one: he says "Yes, I already knew". I tell another, "Oh, yes. I thought it was yesterday". Another wishes me many happy returns I thank him But he goes on to talk of "bumps". Another says, "Great, we'll sing 'Happy Birthday' in tea". But that doesn't work (not enough people). The fifth shakes me by the hand (but he's on three's side) The last says "Oh" and delves Deep into his all-powerful memory And finds he knew already But he won't admit it, so he shuts up. Then I tell myself And I say Does it matter ? No-one understands or knows Exactly what to do. They're undecided Perhaps feeling childish mentioning bumps but too adult saying "Happy Birthday". Birthdays shouldn't be forgotten. Richard Venable. The Whale Once the studious elegant beast of the seas, devouring the silver coloured cryll, gliding through aimless water, is now reduced to a mass of flesh, severed in many places. The blood polluting the sea, from a harpoon gun. An animal now gasping for survival through its blow-hole, no longer plentious, but rare and shy, afraid of its enemy, man and greed. The result, a young whale wanders through the sea, ponderously, sadfully, calling in its melodious voice, for its mother, who by now is being eaten as food, on your plate. John Dodman. 68

A Circus Animal based on ideas from Cider with Rosie and As I Walked Out by Laurie Lee I was caged seemingly, no escape. The village had me trapped, wrapped up in its cape. Roads shone through by bars, single shafts of light But getting a chance to use them was slight. In the house, my mother, with a whip-like tongue, Wherever I tried to run to, she'd discover before long. And then there were my sisters, all very neat, Rather like performing dogs that ran around your feet. In a ring round me stood my friends and brothers, Content with being the back-up, stardom is for others. They were happy just to be alive, complacent and lazy, But I wanted to get out and waiting drove me crazy! I walked around my cage, there was no-one there but me

And suddenly I realised that I had found the key. Andy Stubbs.

SHELTER "Shelter" won the short story competition run by The Peterite. Our congratulations to Alistair Carder-Geddes. "Well" they'd said "will you do it then ?" I hadn't been too keen on the idea from the start, but the wife liked the thought of getting one over on that Mrs. Rowbottom up the road, and the kids wanted their pictures in the paper; and by the time they'd finished telling me I was the typical Joe Bloggs, and mumbled on about human values and scientific importance plus my patriotic duty, I found I'd said "yes". Mind you, if we'd known what it was all going to be like down here, it would have been "nuts" to Mrs. Rowbottom and the papers. After we've all done our bits and pieces they asked us to do — though what good all those dots and graphs, and pushing buttons are going to be, goodness knows; I can't make them out, but the kids say that there's a computer somewhere making sense of it all; anyway, after all that, what is there left to do all day ? We've played monopoly until we all feel we'll join a demolition gang: I owe the wife £5,000 after a bad run at pontoon (and I bet she won't let me forget it); and we've missed Match of the Day and Coronation Street on the Tele. Come to think of it, that's probably what they meant about human values — the Tele I mean — and being surprised at what we'd learn down here. It's me and the wife who miss the Tele most, the kids don't really mind as long as they've got their tapes. They'd like to play them louder of course, but I couldn't stand that. I haven't told them yet, but when you get to listen, some of it's not at all bad. And we've played some games together that I haven't played since I was a kid myself — pity the boy cheats, I'll have to sort that out. The books they've given us I can't get on with, but the wife says she's going to join the library. She'll have to go to the girl's school too — her reading's shocking. Funny what you find out when you've got time to talk — I never knew how much the wife disliked Paul. Paul, of all people, he's been my best mate since school, I mean, we all go to the pub every Friday evening and have a great time, or at least, I thought we did. Granted he's not been the same since he married, but then they never are, are they ? 69

There isn't much room down here either just as well we've been on those caravan holidays or we'd be going mad on top of each other. There's a limit to what my stomach will take of tinned food too, and I reckon I've reached it — they forgot the beer as well. They said there was a panic button we could use, and I've looked at it once or twice, but in a real nuclear war you couldn't use it could you ? Anyway, if they haven't got through in another hour I'm going up and to hell with them and their experiment. After all, they said three days and 18.0o hours on the dot and it's passed that now; and I've got a darts match, the wife's fed up — she's run out of her knitting wool — and the kid's have begun fighting since their radio batteries went flat. I don't like it anyway, you'd have thought someone would have checked to see we were O.K. The wife says they're probably watching us on a secret Tele — bet they've had a few laughs. I don't want to frighten them or I'd ask them all what they'd do, because as I said, I don't like it. I wonder if I ought to press that button or just go up and lift the lid ? Perhaps they've forgotten we're here it'd be just like some idiot to go off duty and not pass on the message to let us out. Above ground the smoke and ashes settled on a scene of total destruction. Nothing stirred — except in the middle of the waste land a square sheet of metal began, slowly, to rise from the ground. A. Geddes. —

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JOY RIDE The moon slid behind a cloud and a cool, strong breeze ruffled the trees. It was now so dark that, if your eyes were unaccustomed, you could feel the darkness with your hands and breathe it. The long grass under the boy's feet was dampening already with dew and, as he ran, the tall grass whipped and slashed at his bare legs, soaking them and leaving red imprints on his white skin. The boy had been running now for ten minutes, his breathing was forced and painful and tears trickled down his face. A low, spindly branch swung at him out of the darkness, and he fell, cut and shocked; but in a moment, after a quick glance backwards, he was on his weary legs again, pounding along, through the whispering trees. A little way off were what appeared to be two giant yellow eyes. The boy was running towards these eyes. As he got closer the eyes turned into car headlights. The boy (who was wearing only a pair of shorts and a white Tshirt) reached the car and stopped. Cutting out the glare of the headlights with his arm, and breathing heavily, he peered at the car. Over the car bonnet lay, the mangled body of a young girl. The car was jammed against the trunk of a tree, a road ran passed nearby. The car had swerved off the road and into the tree. He had been thrown out of the car, but she hadn't been so lucky, she had gone through the windscreen. He had run off into the wood, concussed and very afraid, but he had recovered his senses and was back. Her long black hair was matted with blood. Her once pretty face was covered with it, and the shattered glass lay over everything. He tried to take her pulse, but he didn't know how to. He listened to see if he could hear her breathing, but he couldn't be sure. Not knowing whether she was dead or not he ran onto the road, hoping that a car would come along. But the road was empty of everything but silence. So he ran, again, along the road hoping to find a village, or stop a car. He wished he could remember whether he had passed a village just before the crash. 70

Now it began to rain, and the wind blew it into sheets, making the darkness even more impenetrable. The warm summer's night was gone and the boy's sweat was replaced by icy water and shivers. Then a sound, that perhaps of a distant car. The boy stopped. With the water dripping off him, he stood with his head slightly to one side, listening, whilst straining to regain his breath. Again the noise, nearer this time, it was a car. Now the lights could be seen, raking the darkness from the road. The boy's heart raced even faster, the car was less than half a mile away now, he stood, legs apart, in the middle of the road, waving his arms like a madman. The car approached and stopped in front of him, a window was rolled down and a voice, as if from the end of a tunnel, swore. The boy, from the shock of the accident, the exhaustion of running, the freezing rain, and now the dazzling lights, fainted. Mark Simpson.

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POETRY FOLK EVENING The following poems are a selection from some of the many read at the evening.

Fluent Affluent Truculent Flatulent Lives in a tent Gives up rent for Lent Isn't bent Knows what he means And means what he meant He isn't half spent He's got an intent To get a job in management He can't believe He's not heaven sent That's the way it goes He knows so he went Missing. Alec Campbell.

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You couldn't care for cows: You'd just hit them with sticks To move them around, Their backsides you'd kick. Do you remember my flight ? Well, I won't forget, oh no! I was one of that herd In '76 at Heathrow. Mark Adeney.

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What's up, Midas ? What's wrong with your hand ? Everything you touch goes black All over this land. I don't understand it, Your power has gone: There used to be men here And now there are none. You touch all the soldiers, Then they go black: Fires start at random. Hey, Hell wants you back. Mark Adeney. 72

Far over the Misty Mountains cold, Went Bilbo the Hobbit; to caverns dim, To dungeons deep and passages old He voyaged and met poor Gollum the grim. Sly Gollum was hungry, and said to himself, "Riddles I'll ask him and maybe he'll stay", And so he began to ask with great stealth If Bilbo would mind just a little delay ? "What has deep roots that nobody sees; Up to great heights its great summit goes; It's wider than lakes and taller than trees; It's as old as the world, and yet never grows ?" "Easy!" said Bilbo, "A mountain, I s'pose". "Was it so easy ?" asked Gollum, surprised, As he slid up to Bilbo (who'd kept on his toes, And spotted the danger). "My turn", he surmised. "Thirty white horses, on a wet, red hill; Quickly they champ, and loudly they stamp; And when the food's gone, all at once they are still". "Teeth!" shouted Gollum, whose breath was so damp. That the Hobbit had ice all over his face. All at once Bilbo saw the glint of a knife, And without looking scared he said without haste, "It's my go", and spoke now in fear of his life. "Loud wailings it makes, and voiceless it cries, Toothless it bites; without feathers it flutters; Legless it runs, wingless it flies; Breathless it blows and mouthless it mutters". Gollum was stuck. "Just a minute!" he cried. Suddenly he said, "I remember what blows: That's it, it's the wind, it can't be denied!" So he riddled again, his voice angry and low. "It cannot be seen, it cannot be felt; It lives behind stars and dwells under hills; It cannot be heard, it cannot be smelt; And empty holes and caverns it fills. It comes before all, and follows all after; It lives in death, and dies in life; It ends all joy, and kills all laughter, Quiet as death, quick as the knife". "Darkness!" said the Hobbit, to Gollum's distress. Bilbo had heard that one long before, And now he remembered one more for this pest. He started again before Gollum said more. "A box without hinges, key or a lid", Said Bilbo, as he watched this creature's eyes, "Yet golden treasure inside is hid", He continued again to hungry sighs. Long thought poor Gollum, at last perplexed. Slowly he angered, till red his eyes shone. He jumped all at once, all angry and vexed, But lucky for Bilbo, with his ring he had gone. Barney Skrentny. 73

Role Call 'I he bell rings up the curtain Each year a different audience Each year the same old show. I glue my smile on, Check for traces of sincerity, And make my entrance. "Good (emphasis) Morning (fraction pause — ironic touch this) Gentlemen — stroke Ladies' (joke). The first scene: forty minutes The first act: fourteen weeks A safe three acter — beginning, middle, end — well that's what paying customers want — Something to instruct and entertain Without the threat of being made to think, Of challenging assumptions. I used to play the juvenile lead: Nice but naive, Impractical ideals that sort of thing. Some touch of vague significance for the meaning mongers But for the most part comic light relief. As I get old I'll need a change of role More in the character line. Perhaps The drunken has been or the classroom bore The flog 'em villain with the heart of gold There's so much choice. At least it's not like life. One day, just once, I'd like to play myself: The bell would ring I'd enter Stand And say But no one yet has written me the lines. Ian Lowe. . . .

A Night under the Mountain of a Disco The loudness of the Music hides the quiet solitude of faces, Faces that sit, faces that stand, faces that stare among long streams of other lonely faces. Now "Lips that would kiss Form prayers to broken stone". Attempts at friendship are rebuked, Non-attempts forgotten. Attempts at liveliness are missed — Boycott is not heard — The Queen dismissed The loudness of one girl's dress hides nothing, Another follows but never finds. Thank your fly through the air like cutting remarks, But the tones that matter lay forgotten in the despair and smiles, Smiles which mean nothing, which don't belong. The voice of a lost leader calls out across the room, Nor does he belong, not any more, There are women, but the crying is only inward — "I'm sorry we don't have that". 74

Songs of broken groups take the air, The ironical shout of "all right now" lies over the grave of Paul Kossoff; A song of re-unification turns sour in the wake of a smashed band, And the desperate voice of David Bowie cries out: "Can you hear me, Major Tom ?" But they cannot. Ian Anderson. Edward Thomas — 5th February, 1917 Yes, I remember Alaincourt — The name, because one cold spring day Of sleet the slow troop train drew up there In sunlight, unexpectedly. The steam hissed. Someone cleared his throat. No one left and no one came On the bare platform. What I saw Was Alaincourt — only the name. And poplars at the village end, And mistletoe in a field. Snow lay Among the railway tracks, as pale As the cold, crimson, sunset sky. And for that minute a field gun sang Close by, and round it, as deadly, Duller and duller, all the guns Of Flanders and of Picardy. The War Diary of Edward Thomas: 5th February, 1915 At 7 a.m. after many stops and starts we were close under partly wooded chalk hills, among railway trucks, and near a village with here and there an upper storey quite open like a loft. Snow. Gradually flatter and poplars regular as Fine snow-fall. Furzy telegraph poles, orchards, level crossings, children cuttings. Mistletoe in field, poplars by Alaincourt. Amiens at 2 and train left a score of men behind for a time. Pale sky and crimson sun at sunset. Doullens at 8. Guns all the time Dave Hughes. . . .

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GRAMPI I used to call him Grampi because all the other boys had Grandpas, and mine was special. He was one of the few truly happy men; happiness was a way of life for him, and he'd had his share of troubles. His wife wasn't easy, a bit of a scold, a bit of a nag, and he'd had to fight to make a living. When I was five years old, I used to walk in the park with Grampi. I liked painting the park railings; it was before the war, before they carted away the iron railings for munitions and left those rusty stumps you see everywhere. I painted the railings with water, and a stick with a chewed end. Sometimes Grampi would help me, and paint a few railings himself; but I was always the foreman. "How's that Grampi ?" "That's fine boy, fine. You're and artist". Grampi was a great walker, but on the way home, when the water had dried on the railings, he would wait for me while I painted them again. He was strong. Not big, but compact and strong, a man who had humped floursacks, two hundredweight at a time. He always carried his watch in his waistcoat pocket; a gold watch on a gold chain with a gold medal dangling. The medal was for cycling, a hundred-mile road race, British Championship; he'd been a gymnast and a footballer too. There were posed photographs of Grampi 75

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as a young man, thinner and wiry, with Grandma before she turned sour, pretty and happy as he was, both with their bicycles, on a day out. Grampi's legs were still strong, so he could sit and swing me up on his foot, and I was a good weight even at five years old. One day he swung me up with such vigour that his slipper flew off and crashed through a windowpane, soon to be followed by a screech from Grandma. "You fool, you fool — what will we do ?" "Shut up woman, you're all wind and water" — it was the nearest he ever came to harsh words. At least Grandma was still very fond of him. Everybody warmed to him. When he was hit by a cricket ball in the park — smack on the side of the head, full pitch — and he was still out cold when they carried him home, there was a crowd around the stretcher all the way. For days afterwards strangers called to ask after him. He was soon as bright as ever of course, for Grandma took charge, and brought him around and nursed him until she was sure he was right. Only then did she snap at him. "You fool, fooling with cricket at your age !" Grampi wanted everybody to be as happy as himself. When he passed a pretty woman, or even one not so pretty, he would doff his hat. "Good day — Lovely day. By — you're looking champion". Or, "By — you're a real bobbydazzler today!" I suppose some people might have been embarrassed, but I didn't notice it; for most people he was a sunbeam in a drab day. Was he childish ? Or a dirty old man ? I don't think the idea crossed anyone's mind, certainly not his. How far are we removed in so short a time from that age of innocence. Without the benefit of much formal education, Grampi had applied his considerable intellect to the fashionable philosophies of his youth, notably Charles Darwin and the Fabians. He had spent his working life building up a bakery business by private enterprise. "Damned hard work" was his comment on that. Yet he affected a rather naive Socialism, and wanted to convert us all. He used to sing the Red Flag at the least excuse. After espousing Darwin, and Marx via Bernard Shaw, he could hardly have retained his religion, but he never lost the old Orange prejudices of his sectarian upbringing. He was suspicious of alcohol and of Roman Catholics: Grandma was a Catholic, and she fought him over that. Theirs must have been a love match to survive; the best sort of love-match, bitter-sweet. As for death and eternity, Grampi's zest was for this life. "It's the only life we know. Enjoy it". But, when he came close to his own death, he became less dogmatic; it wasn't just sentimentality, more a simple instinct that he was not ashamed to hide. Grampi loved the Music Hall, and when I grew old enough he used to take me with him for a treat. The few seedy Music Halls still in business after World War Two weren't much, but they were still magic for Grampi, so they were magic for me. His tile may not have been brand new, but it was jaunty, and his boots black and shiny. He thought himself a real toff when he dressed up, as avid as ever for a night out, his eyes a-sparkle, keeping time to the music with his foot, joining in at the chorus; none of your reticence. Where were all the uptight Englishmen in his day ? "Get back to the ha'penny places" he would call to a poor performer. A lot of it was nostalgia for him, of course. "She reminds me of Vesta Tilly — our Vesta" was his highest praise. "You should have seen our Vesta" he would say on the tramcar going home. "She could knock spots off them all, our Vesta. I can see her now, in the spotlight; and the audience hushed just worshipping her — they didn't hush easily, those audiences. We all worshipped Vesta you know". "Yes, Grampi". 77

"Imagine — dressed in tights and a tail-coat; white bow-tie and a topper; twirling her cane like a toff. And her voice. Clear. Glorious. A voice to fill a Hall". "Yes, Grampi". His eyes sparkled and his cheeks glowed. He must have been in love with Vesta — just a little bit. When he was seventy-five, Grampi dug over a virgin field to make a garden. He did such a routine of exercises in his bedroom before breakfast as to shake the rafters: shadow-boxing, press-ups, pant, grunt and sweat. He kept it up, too, as best he could, up to the end — no wonder he nearly made it to 9o; just six months short. In his last years, I didn't see a lot of Grampi; I made excuses. I learnt later that he had missed me, but now I think, maybe, I was the one who missed out. John Rigby.

GENESIS — REVELATION Through the low buzz of conversation and soft background music, the sound of a heartbeat grows louder. A huge cheer fills the hall as the houselights go down and the audience is left in total darkness, flashbulbs already stabbing at the stage as the heartbeat is drowned by the opening chords of "Deep in The Motherlode" Genesis appear on stage in a dazzle of green, yellow and blue light, Phil Collins leaping about the stage from drums to keyboards and back again, in fine voice and bursting with energy. Mike Rutherford, in complete contrast, sways sedately behind his double-necked guitar for the entire concert. "Motherlode" is followed by a chilling rendition of "The Carpet Crawl" and, in recognition of the band's early days, "Dancing with the Moonlight Knight", the audience cheering wildly as the opening chords of each are recognised. The classic "Squonk" leads to the section of the concert devoted to the new album, "Duke", with Phil sending the audience into stitches with his story about Albert, the character depicted on the album cover. The sad tale of Albert, who fell in love with his television set and a week later is found in hospital having the glass removed, has absolutely nothing to do with the next selection of songs: "Behind the Lines", "Duchess" — performed with invaluable help from "Frank", the drum machine — "Guide Vocal" and then "Duke's Travels/Duke's End", one of the highlights of the evening with lights probing the dry ice from roof and floor, and Phil appearing like some Messiah figure centre-stage with a powerful light behind him. It's time for some audience participation in "The Lady Lies". Phil plays both hero and villain, cavorting around alarmingly far away from the microphone but somehow leaping back in time for the chorus, the audience cheering and hissing at the "hero" and "villain" respectively. "Say it's Alright Joe" is performed as a little vignette, with Phil as the lonely drunk with only his breath on the glass to remind him he's alive, and Tony Banks as "Joe", the bar pianist. A captivating performance. The classics "Follow You, Follow Me", "Ripples" and "Afterglow" are played to an enchanting light show and wildly appreciative audience. A figure appears on stage, green light picking him out through the smoke, as the instantly recognisable introduction to "Dance on a Volcano" is played — Daryl Stuermer, Genesis' American tour guitarist, whose excellent work has been well received by the audience. The combined drumming skills of Phil and Chester Thompson are in evidence during the spectacular "Los Endos", the drums rattling and echoing round the Apollo as the stage disappears into darkness. During the encore — "I Know What I Like" — the audience and band are illuminated by the "Lightbox" — two rows of Jumbo Jet landing lights over the stage. Mike Rutherford is soundly beaten over the head by Phil's tambourine as a punishment for his inactivity, and as the grand finale, Phil, like an electrocuted 78

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competition (and on his Poo prize). Again on an individual note, congratulations to Louise Liddle on winning a Novice Class in a Three Day Event held at Murton; she unfortunately did not maintain this winning form at the Bramham Horse Trials but should be congratulated on qualifying to take part. In the House tennis we again reached a final, beating Queen's in the first round. We were forced to field a weakened side against our first round opponents but Robert Webster and Martin Jesper should be commended on gaining a 9-4 victory over a good Queen's pair. In the final Graham Cole (captain) and Mark Blackburn, Timothy Kaner and Martin Jesper lost to a strong School House team consisting entirely of 1st VI players. In the shooting James Hewitt won both the Best Individual Shot and the Falling Plate competition; James Hewitt was NCO in charge of the R.A.F. section of the C.C.F. whilst Mark Lodge was Head of the R.N. section and overall Head of the C.C.F., indicating the strength of the Grove contingent in the C.C.F. Congratulations to Mark Lodge on being awarded The Paddy Power Prize for his all-round contribution to school activities. Many other prizes were won throughout the term by members of the House; James Gair was awarded the B.M.A. prize for prospective Medics, Christopher Bronk the Physics prize and Science prizes were won by David Kaner, Mandy Rigby and Graham Cole. In addition, Mandy Rigby won a prize for acting. We should also like to thank Mandy for the House chapel services she conducted and for her participation on the School Chapel Committee along with James Hewitt. During the term Jonathan Wright, Timothy Blackburn, Robert Webster and Martin Jesper were appointed House Monitors, taking over the duties of the MVI Monitors busy with examinations. Many thanks to those Monitors for the work done over the year: Graham Cole, David Kaner, James Hewitt, James Gair, David Gardner, Charles Butterworth, Christopher Bronk, Mark Lodge and Stephen Mawby; and we wish all the best to those leaving the school, in their future careers. Thanks also to Mr. Drysdale for the work he has done in the House in his first year as Assistant Housemaster. It is a little unfortunate that we were largely runners-up rather than winners in sporting events this term, but it is hoped that hard work and perserverance will prevail in the future to give greater success next year. Graham Cole.

MANOR Autumn Returning after the Summer Break, the House welcomed twelve new Juniors, two new members of the Lower Sixth, Bridget Bulmer (sister of Graham) and Mary Spratt, and our new Assistant Housemaster, Mr. Harriman. We wish them well and hope they enjoy their time in the House. Tim Coleman was appointed Head of House. In the House there were several major changes. The "fire safety" measures had been completed, with doors everywhere, and with new routes of escape! The Lower Sixth and Fifths were nearly all in Study Bedrooms, and nearly all the Middle Sixth had single study bedrooms. Some of the corridors had been carpeted to cut down the noise in the upper part of the House, the Quiet Room had become the T.V. room, and the Assistant Housemaster's sitting room the Quiet Room. He had moved downstairs the previous year to the Senior Common Rooms, which had been converted to a self-contained flat. The manoeuvres carried out during the past eighteen months have enabled the number in the House to be increased, whilst giving greater comfort and privacy, especially to the Fifths and above. Athletics Standards, interspersed with rugger, got us off to an energetic start. We did not do well in the Standards, but fared better on Sports Day, thanks mainly to Kevin Clarkson, who won both sprints and the Clive Lewis 81

Cup, to Gregory Lomas, who won both the 400 metres and the 800 metres races; in the latter he broke the intermediate record by 7 seconds; and to Neil Harnby who won the too metres and then tripped a metre or so from the line in the 200 metres. We came second. In the Senior rugger we did well, beating Queen's 25-9 in the first round, Rise 17-4 in the semi-final, and then School House 7-6 in the final. This was a splendid game with the result in doubt until the final whistle. The victory reflected great credit on the House spirit, and on the Captain, Kevin Clarkson, who played throughout with a painful leg strain. Incidentally, Guy Nettleton was awarded the cup for "the most improved rugger player during the term". Many members of the House brought great credit on themselves and the House by their efforts during the term in rugger, chess, athletics, and in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. In the School Play, Heil Caesar, Timothy Taylor as Brutus was most convincing, and Ian Anderson led the Services in Chapel for a week with great sincerity. Perhaps the highlight of the term was the traditional House party; everybody felt it should be held in the House again. Each Common Room and Study organised at least one game, and decorated its room, and there was a prize for the best game and for the most cheerful room. The parents and Mrs. Shuttleworth provided a superb supper, and the evening ended with a play put on by the "ancient" members of the House in the Drama Centre. We said goodbye to Ruth Addinall, Kevin Clarkson and Tim Raylor, and wished them well in their future at University, and also to Simon Longthorp who left with our good wishes to go into farming. Senior House colours were awarded to Simon Longthorp and Simon Webb, and Junior House colours to Rupert Bond and Craig Gibson. Easter The term was a busy and a successful one for the House. With the weather good the School hockey XI had its best season for many years and we were represented by Andy Taylor and Bobby Bowles. The Junior rugger XI beat a very strong Temple team 12-8, then Dronfield 42-3, but finally lost a very close final to Rise by tt—t o. Both Senior and Junior squash V's lost in the final to Rise after closely fought matches; three Junior Middles, Jeremy Barrett, Rupert Bond and Michael Burdon represented the House in both competitions and this augurs well for the House in the future. The Junior water polo team reached the final, but the Seniors were beaten in the semifinal. Having being pipped at the post so many times, at last the House was successful; in the swimming sports we held off a strong challenge by Temple to win the Kazerooni Cup. Fine individual efforts came from Tom Nichols, Michael Burdon, Gregory Lomas, Mark Heywood and Nicholas Rivis, but the victory depended on the relays where we were very strong all round. Mention must be made of the Senior Middle Medley Relay team of Andrew Gibson, Neil Harnby, Mark Heywood and Gregory Lomas, who beat the record. In the cross-country we came fourth in the Senior and third in the Junior, but our only runner of note was Gregory Lomas who came fifth in the Senior race. Eleven of our Juniors, trained by Simon Dee, Richard Elston, Robin Litten and Jason Schofield, each gained a Bronze Life Saving Medallion. The artistic members of the House won the House "Art" competition with a wide variety of exhibits, and especially with some superb large pieces of furniture designed by Andrew Gibson and Richard Weeks. But none of this would have been possible without the drive and organisation of Jamie Holden. Jason Schofield was runner-up in the York Squash Plate. The House very much enjoyed a pancake evening, when each year spent a hilarious hour tossing pancakes, with varying degrees of success! 82

Junior House colours were awarded to Jeremy Barrett, Adam Chantry, David Davenport, Christopher Jackson, James Lee, Nicholas Rivis and Tom Nichols. Summer The term was not as successful as many we have had. Both cricket teams lost rather easily to the eventual winners, and in the tennis, after winning a close match with Temple, we lost to Grove. Individually, though, the picture was much rosier. Greg Lomas knocked another two seconds off his School Record time for the 800m and was invited to take part in the English Schools' Athletics Championships at Liverpool, but unfortunately was unable to compete. Richard Mansfield came third in the U.I6 individual .22 shooting competition, and Andy Taylor had a most successful season for the Second XI scoring runs and taking wickets, (how well Mr. Croft's incentive worked!). The rowers had a very good season. The Junior IV lost narrowly in the final to a strong Rise IV of older boys, Tim Coleman won his Cap (the first time Caps had been awarded for rowing), James Lee won his Junior Colours and also shared the Wentworth Ping Prize for the best junior oarsman, David Clark won the individual Junior sculling cup, Jamie Holden won his full Colours and the Andrew Sherris Cup for the best cox, and Simon Newby was appointed Boatswain for next year. Andrew Gibson won the Design and Technology Prize. Many members of the House were involved in the highly successful and enjoyable Cancer Scanner's Appeal Family Day, when k1,5oo was raised in an afternoon, and well supported our two girls Bridget Bulmer and Mary Spratt against the First XI! Senior House Colours were awarded to Bobby Bowles and Junior Colours to David Clark and Nigel Ramsden. T.J.C. 1979-8o has been a most enjoyable and successful year in the House, and as it comes to a close we say goodbye to fifteen of our numbers, I thank them for all they have done, and wish them well in the future. G.M.S. QUEEN'S Autumn Fifteen new members were welcomed into the House in September and four people returned for upper sixth work. Roderick Barron, Jill Gillett and Michael Johnston were school monitors and Roderick Craig was appointed Head of House. In the athletics, held at the start of the term, although many members tried hard the House was placed fourth in the standards. Robert Gardner particularly obtained a very good score in this competition. On Sports Day, despite a determined effort by the team, the House was fifth. Under Michael Johnston's captaincy the Senior House rugby fifteen unfortunately lost in the first round by 25-9 to a strong Manor side. It was particularly pleasing to see some non-team players making such enthusiastic efforts in the game. In school drama members of the House took leading parts in both the French play, La Cantatrice Chauve and in Heil Caesar, where particularly Kit Bird's performance deserves mention. School music has been ably and enthusiastically supported by a large number of members of the House. In the band concert, the orchestral music and in the choral life of the school individuals have brought much pleasure to the rest. 83

Speech Day showed that, despite all these activities, academic work has not been neglected. Many individuals won prizes and the House won the Work Cup. Although not a term of achievement, the contributions from the members of the House have provided much for the general life of the school.

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Easter At the beginning of the term the House was pleased to hear of the successes of the Oxbridge entrants. Colin Bean was awarded a scholarship to King's College, Cambridge and also gained a sponsorship from British Leyland. Roderick Barron was awarded an Exhibition in History to Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford. Jill Gillett gained a place at Trinity Hall, Cambridge. Roderick Craig has gone to work with handicapped people before going to University. Michael Johnston was appointed Head of House. The Easter term provided what must be the highlight of our year, with the House taking both Senior and Junior long runs. Nicholas England gave a fine personal performance. Alec Campbell worked hard to achieve such fine results. The House Water-Polo team reached the final of the competition and contributed to a very fine game, but we were beaten by a strong School House team. The House Swimming team had moderate success with notable performances from the under i6 age group. Kevin Clarkson broke two school records : the Individual Medley and the 5o yard Breaststroke. The under 16 Freestyle relay team also set a new school record. Nicholas Adams put in a large amount of work in both swimming and water-polo. The House did not distinguish itself in the five-a-side football, however, unlike many other Houses. Any members of the House who wished to participate did so and no select group dominated the team. The Junior House Rugby team was beaten in the first round by a strong School House team. The team's spirit throughout a difficult match was commendable. Mike Johnston trained the rugby teams. The House play was a great success, with polished performances from all concerned, including many not accustomed to dramatic performance. Mark Moodie and Nicholas Adams both excelled. Kit Bird showed great forethought in his choice of play for it allowed "minor" deviations and alterations without losing its continuity. Many thanks to Kit Bird and Katharine Denison for a fine production. In the House arts competition, ably run by Nicholas Adams and Tim Bough, there were many fine pieces of work especially from non-specialist artists. For his many and varied activities throughout the School and House, Kit Bird was awarded his House colours. Summer The term started off on a high note, in the Senior House cricket, when the team did well to beat a strong Temple side. Mike Johnston made 72 and took six wickets. However, our good fortune was not to last as we were defeated in the next round by the eventual winners. At the time of writing the House I rowing, tennis, Junior cricket, and fencing has not taken place. In the rowing we have competent crews but we lack last year's stars. The House tennis team has two School players : Nicholas Adams and Ian Cramb and a good performance is expected. The Junior cricket makes up in enthusiasm what it lacks in talent although there are some good players in the third forms. Kit I Bird is our only representative in the House fencing and should do well. Queen's will be well represented in the Waine concert and we are to congratulate Fergus Craig on being awarded a Waine Award and also a Sixth Form Scholarship. Nigel Pemberton is, as ever, very active in the musical side of the House and makes a large and invaluable contribution. The House was well represented in the poetry and folk evening showing a wide divergence of 84

the House in School activities. Queen's was also well represented in the languages, Katharine Denison was awarded the Spoken French prize and Warren Carr the French Essay prize. In the Middle School we have also done well, Andrew Whipp won the Spoken French prize and David Pemberton music prizes. Although Mr. Hubbard looks stern and depressed on the House photograph this is in no way indicative of the atmosphere in the House, which is, as ever, relaxed and friendly. Many thanks to Mr. Hubbard, Mr. Paterson, and the Monitors for the large amount of effort they have displayed throughout the House all year, our best wishes go to all those leaving and we wish them luck in the future. M.W. J.

THE RISE Christmas Term began with the news of John Ellison's successful Australian tour with the England Schoolboys' Rugby Union party. Congratulations to him on a fine performance Mr. Walls joined Mr. Armstrong as an assistant housemaster and John McGrath was appointed head of house. New juniors for the term were Tim and Jonathan Abel, Michael Cass, James Farnsworth, Richard Fawthrop, Billy Hughes, Chris Oldfield, Jonathan Pawson, Stephen Rooke and James White. Chris Hobson joined the House from The Grove and Andrew Cochrane (on a scholarship from South Holderness School) was also a welcomed addition to The Rise Sixth form. House athletics was again captained by Jonathan Drinkwater, whose efforts were rewarded with the retaining of the Standards Cup ; a good House effort. Sports Day, however, was only notable for a few individual successes. Richard Lister, Nigel Clayton, Mark Bird and Patrick Burdass all competed well and new school records were set by Tim Hills (3,000 m) and by Shaun Gorman (400 m). Rugby was again popular in the House with 27 people representing a School team. Cliff Irwin captained the Senior XV, which after a narrow win over Grove in the first round, went down 17 points to 4 to the eventual winners, Manor. Squash was once again popular in the House. Encouraged by School captain, Peter Burdass, Tim Stephenson, Shaun Gorman, Tony Smith, Billy Hughes and James White all became regular players for the School. The Rise was represented in the School play by John McGrath, Craig Lawrence and James O'Farrell. Senior House colours were awarded to Marc Gee and to Richard Lister. At the end of the term Jonathon Drinkwater took over as Head of House with John McGrath joining the new Headmaster as Head Boy. J.A.M. Easter Mr. Roberts took over from Mr. Walls as an Assistant Housemaster. We thank Mr. Walls for his brief stay and welcome Mr. Roberts into the House. In the general knowledge competition, Andrew Cochrane finished high up in the School, and went on to represent the School in local general knowledge matches. The House was well represented in the 1st XI hockey team, with John McGrath, Richard Lister, Marc Gee and Stephen Kettlewell all gaining their colours. 85

In the cross-country, the Rise Senior team, captained by Adrian Hitchenor, narrowly failed to win the team cup, losing to Queen's by a single point. On a brighter note, however, Peter Burdass won the Goodbum Cup for the second year running; in so doing he knocked eight seconds off the old record. Shaun Gorman also led a spirited performance by the Junior team. On the squash court, both House teams dominated the competition, with the team players showing plenty of their potential. Both finals were 3—a victories over Manor. Another win over the Manor occurred in the Junior rugby competition. Patrick Burdass converted a late penalty to secure an It-10 win in a hard contested match. Success in the swimming pool was confined to the Junior water polo, where captain Dave Thomas scored five goals in a 7-1 win over Manor! The House chess team convincingly beat Manor in the 1st round of the inter-house chess tournament before being dismissed by favourites School House. A concert in aid of the Cancer Research Fund was organised by Bob Hall, who enthusiastically co-ordinated and performed in a fine evening's entertainment. The Five-a-side soccer team won the House league and finals series, coming up from a lowly position to dominate the later fixtures. The squad of Richard Lister, Stephen Kettlewell, Tony Smith, Patrick Burdass, Chris Hobson, Adrian Hitchenor and Marc Gee were the youngest victorious team ever. With the younger members of the House, then, contributing to a large part of the Rise's success, it was fitting that term ended with Junior House colours being awarded to Richard Kettlewell, Chris Powell, Mark Bird and Tony Smith.

Summer House cricket teams, this year, suffered mixed fortunes. The Senior XI in the first round lost to Grove despite an unbeaten 5o from Shaun Gorman and some quick runs from Richard Lister. The Juniors, however, played well and eventually beat School House in the final. In the three matches Shaun Gorman had a batting average of 8o and took 16 wickets. After half-term it was announced that Michael Cass had won a scholarship, and that Craig Lawrence had been awarded a national army scholarship — a noteworthy achievement since only forty are awarded annually. The House was represented in the poetry-folk evening by Bob Hall, Colin Hill, David Thomas and Marc Gee who all contributing much original material to an exciting show. The House tennis team sportingly lost to Queen's in the first round of the tournament and the rowing Junior IV, stroked by Simon Williams rowed well in the inter-house competition. At the end of term it was announced that Tim Stephenson, an Oxbridge candidate, was to become Head of House, and Marc Gee and Richard Lister were to become School Monitors. After joining the House in the spring, Mr. Roberts is leaving and we would like to wish him and the MVI leavers together with Chris Hobson, Robert Hall and Nigel Clayton good luck for the future. Mr. Armstrong, after being Assistant House Master in the Rise for five years, is also leaving the School. I would like to thank him for the time and effort he has put into the running of the House and wish him luck in the future. Jonathon Drinkwater.

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SCHOOL Autumn We returned this year with great expectations of what lay ahead of us. The first was our hope of retaining the Athletics Shield. House athletics was captained by Ian Reeve. In the end we came fifth on the day. There were good performances from the Senior relay team, from Ian Hindhaugh in the Senior javelin; and from Paul Moayyedi and Ian Hindhaugh in some track events. The Senior House rugby team was full of hope, with many returned from last year and much strength in the lower years. Results in the preliminary rounds were encouraging, with victories over Temple 7—o and Dronfield 20-4 ; but in the final our hopes were dashed with a replay of last year's result against Manor. We lost 6-7. Despite this disappointment, much credit should be given to the team led by Nigel Chapman. There was the usual interest in Autumn term drama and music. David Hinchliffe took a major part in the term's French play, acting Monsieur Smith in La Cantatrice Chauve. Mark Adeney and Barney Skrentny played Metellus and Decius in Ian Lowe's production of Heil Caesar. Miriam Smith won the Girls under 19 York and District Junior Squash Plate competition. The new occupants of study II were making an important contribution to the House. David Hinchliffe left at the end of term: we wish him well for the future. Spring In the first few weeks of term, Paul Moayyedi, Babak Saber and Jonathan Jones played in the concert arranged by Bob Hall to raise money for cancer research. At last, School House could admire the Senior House water polo cup on its own trophy shelf, having been runner-up for the last four years. Duncan Fallow led a strong team whose only real opposition, Rise, was defeated in the semi-final. The Junior water-polo team were not as consistent this year, falling to Rise in the semi-finals However, led by Andrew Forman, this team shows a great deal of promise for the future — as, indeed, do many sports at this level. Rachel Smith again captained the squash team; but unfortunately this year we were defeated early. The Junior squash team's victory over Queen's 5—o deserves mention; though they too lost the next round. James Muirhead was a very able captain. The Junior rugby squad put up a strong team to beat Queen's in the first round; but were convincingly beaten by a hard-playing Rise team in the semi-finals. The Juniors have also made an important contribution to School rugby at this level; and their quality is indicated by the fact that Fraser Topham (Junior captain) and Clive Bradley were good enough for inclusion in the Senior team in the Autumn. It is unfortunate that their enthusiasm was not a match for well-drilled opponents. As usual, one of the highlights of the sporting programme was the five-aside football competition. This year's House team was organised by Nigel Chapman and Julian Bowen-Rees. The team did not fulfil its real potential, being knocked out of the final four by Rise. Paul Moayyedi ran a captain's race in a very hard-fought Senior long run: he came in third. As if following his example, the efforts of the rest of the team brought the House into third position, once the points had been totalled up. The Juniors were not nearly so strong : Nick Linton was first home for the House, twelfth in the School. The House came fifth. Running was the means for the next bit of fund raising that the House got involved in; James Stewart raised £55 for the World Wildlife Fund by joining the sponsored walk/jog/run around the School arranged by Guy 87

Norman. John Ludley and Andrew Nodder are also to be commended for their 5o and 41 laps. Thanks to Duncan Fallow for organising the House's contribution to this event. The final sporting event of the term was the House swimming sports, which provided much entertainment. It was an exciting afternoon with the result in doubt almost until the closing relays. Our strong team was placed third. Encouraging swims came from Steve Cotton and Simon Spence. Ian Hindhaugh won the Senior four lengths backstroke and the Senior two lengths freestyle. Paul Moayyedi and Babak Saber played in concerts in the Memorial Hall.

Summer Cricket is not strong in the Senior part of the House — with the outstanding exceptions of Nigel Chapman, who has kept wicket most ably for the ist XI, and Ian Hindhaugh, whose contribution to the team has been recognised by the award of the Fielding Cup for the third successive year. It was, therefore, no surprise when the Senior team lost to Grove before 4.3o p.m.! The Junior team was able to draw in people from School squads and so should have been a great deal stronger. It did indeed beat Queen's and Dronfield but only after lower order batsmen had rescued them from near-disastrous collapses in the first few overs of both those games. It is a tribute to Mark Adeney's captaincy that the team did fight back. They lost to Rise in the final, putting up a good fight on the way — including a hat-trick by Andrew Forman. It is worth noting that the only other hat-trick in the School this season came from Richard Dibb, for the third XI. It is pleasing to see the continuation of the tradition that many School House boys work in the scorebox for School matches. Nor was cricketing success limited to the boys this season: the girls were a driving force in setting up the Scanner Appeal Family Day; and they did well in the cricket match against a rather handicapped first XI. Thanks to Mark Bunney and Claire Lockey for co-ordinating the House's contribution to the success of the Appeal; and to all who took part in stalls and sideshows. Tennis is, without doubt, the House's great enthusiasm and strength at all levels. The Senior team and the Girls team won their House competitions. Special congratulations go to Miriam Smith for her victory in the girls competition; Claire Lockey for reaching the final of the York and District Women's Under i8 Singles; and Howard Hilton and Miriam Smith on being runners-up in the Terry's Mixed Doubles Tournament. Thanks to Andrew Kershaw for his work and his example as captain. Congratulations this term go to Babak Saber for his award of the Frank Pick prize for design; and to Barney Skrentny for the Fourth Form essay prize. Mark Adeney produced a successful staging of journey's End, this year's middle-school play. Barney Skrentny and James Muirhead also made valuable contributions to it. The list of people in the House who have been awarded sports colours this term is an impressive once: well done all. I would like to thank all who have made the running of the House so smooth, and to wish all the best to those who are leaving. I.D.H. and D.J.H.

TEMPLE Autumn At the beginning of term D. M. Noyes was appointed Head of House, with N. R. Barnes, J. R. Dodman, A. B. Tuck and I. G. Wilson as House Monitors. The term got off to a good start, when we learnt that the House had come second to Queen's in the Work Cup by the smallest of margins. This failure 88

was despite several prizewinners, J. C. Neal, A. D. M. Barrell, S. J. Shilleto, Bridget Gray, M. D. Bowstead, P. A. Dodman and P. J. Drury. The House was even more successful in athletics. For the second year running we came second in the Standards Competition to Rise, though this year it was by a larger margin. On Sports Day the team excelled itself. Many of the team achieved much more than was reasonably expected of them. The most memorable race, was undoubtedly R. P. Jemmett's nail-biting struggle with I. Hindhaugh of School House over Soo metres. They were neck and neck down the final straight, but R. P. Jemmett was unfortunate to lose by inches. R. K. Knocker set a new Intermediate record for the long jump, which also beat all the Senior Competitors and D. S. Rusholme won the senior high jump. A. B. Tuck, the Captain of House Athletics, led by example in winning both the Senior 3,000 metres and 1,50o metres and it must be said that the success of the team was due largely to his enthusiasm and encouragement. Perhaps the strongest set of results came from R. Dixon in the javelin. He was a disappointing fourth in the Intermediate event, but then came second in the Senior event. All the above, along with J. R. Dodman, D. M. Noyes and J. R. Farrow were awarded their Senior House colours. The Juniors also did well with C. D. Johnson winning the Senior long jump, M. J. Abbey the 800 metres and D. F. Bough the cricket ball. The Junior relay team also won their event. The above three Juniors and R. W. Boocock and M. Pearson were awarded their Junior House colours. There were 18 boys from the House, who represented the School at rugby, the majority playing for the Junior sides. P. E. Johnson, A. D. G. Carder-Geddes and R. K. Knocker were permanent members of the 1st XV; I. G. Wilson and D. M. Noyes played for the 2nd XV; R. Dixon, J. M. Hall the U.x6s; D. A. Beaumont, A. Hameed, P. J. Atkinson, D. F. Bough, D. C. Johnson, R. W. Turner the U.15s; M. J. Abbey, J. P. Atkinson, N. D. Hopton, K. G. T. Rollo, C. D. Wombell the U.14s. So we had modest hopes for a successful run in the Senior House Rugby Competition. This was not to be. We were unluckily drawn against the eventual runners-up, School House. Despite this the team played with great spirit, especially the forwards, who more than held their own against the School House pack. The match though was lost in the backs, who were unable to convert strong pressure in the secondhalf into points. The match was eventually decided by a controversial try, when a School House player knocked on, as we thought! We all stopped, except for I. G. Wilson, waiting for the whistle, which was only blown when School House scored. There is a well-worn saying there, which all rugby players have drummed into them, but which we all seem to forget. The term ended on a high note. A. D. M. Barrell was awarded an Open Scholarship in Ancient and Modern History at Corpus Christi College, Oxford, an award upon which we offer him our warmest congratulations. In saying goodbye to him, we thank him for his contributions to the intellectual life of the House and wish him well for the future.

Spring The term started on a bad note. The Junior House rugby team despite having eleven school team members, lost to Manor in the first round 12-8. They played weakly in the first half and only as individuals, not as a team. The whole team played much better in the second half and were unlucky to have two tries disallowed, before scoring two tries late in the half. Manor went onto the final. The Senior House squash team, after predictably beating Dronfield 5-0, was narrowly defeated in the second round by Rise 3-2. The Junior squash team also came through the first round, beating Grove 4-1, but then lost to Rise again in the semi-finals. A. B. Tuck was a regular member of the School squash team. 89

In the Senior cross country, A. B. Tuck, Captain of the School team, came second, as in the previous year, but the Senior team did not do as well as last year, coming only fifth. In contrast the Juniors improved on last year's result, by finishing in second place. M. J. Abbey won the race and C. D. Wombell finished a very creditable fifth, for which he was awarded his Junior House colours. Several members of the House played for various school teams. In hockey, D. M. Noyes played for the First XI, gaining his colours, D. J. Johnson played for the First XI and Second XI, J. R. Dodman for the Second XI, R. W. Boocock for the Colts XI and Sarah Neville and Johanna Smith for the successful Girls XI. In rugby C. D. Johnson, P. J. Atkinson, D. F. Bough, D. A. Beaumont, A. Hameed and R. W. Turner played for the U.I5s, and M. J. Abbey, J. P. Atkinson, J. P. Beaumont, N. D. Hopton, K. G. T. Rollo, C. D. Wombell and S. P. Wood all played for the U.14s. During the last week of the term the House competed in several other sporting events with varying degrees of success. In the water polo competitions both the Senior and Junior teams were knocked out in the first round. In complete contrast the House won the Swimming Standards Cup, the first time in at least 13 years, and the swimming team did very well in the finals, scoring 83 points and coming second, only five points behind the winners, Manor. The Junior team did exceptionally well, scoring 81 of the House's 83 points, K. G. T. Rollo, setting new school records in all his races. C. D. Johnson and D. F. Bough all won their events, as did the U.14 and U.15 relay teams, with the U.15 team setting two new school records. The only Senior to win any points was the Captain A. D. G. Carder-Geddes, who was awarded his Senior House colours. Junior House colours were awarded to P. J. Atkinson, J. Wetherell, M. Cramb, Z. Hameed and N. Hopton. Overall a very pleasing result and a vast improvement on last year! The House five-a-side football team did not live up to expectations. In the initial stage of the competition, the team did well winning five games, drawing one and losing one. But when the top four teams met, our hopes of winning were immediately dashed as the team lost to Rise and then Dronfield, by the same score, i—o. The only person to play consistently well was J. R. Dodman in goal, who continually brought off some brilliant saves. The team only realised its full potential in the final game, beating Grove 3—o, despite missing a penalty. The team's final position was fourth. Competing in a different sort of team were R. K. R. Chilman and J. P. Atkinson, who were in the Inter-school Quiz teams. In the Inter-House chess competition the House reached the final, which will be played next term. Our own internal House chess competition will hopefully also be completed next term, but the Junior Common Room Table Tennis competition was finished, with C. R. H. James the winner. The following were all regular members of the orchestra or wind band or choir who performed in the End of Term Concert: R. N. Sabey, 0. J. Bird, J. C. Neal and M. Pearson. Summer

The first Inter-House event of the term was the Senior cricket. We were to meet Queen's. With two 1st XI members, the House Captain, J. R. Dodman and D. M. Noyes, a 2nd XI player P. A. Dodman and several 3rd XI players we were confident, especially as Queen's had only three first game members and little else. Unfortunately our optimism was soon shattered as Queen's scored 133 all out. When D. M. Noyes was run-out in the first over, all depended on J. R. Dodman. He tried to repair the damage with a gallant 42, but to no avail as we were all out for 114. Later on in the term the Junior House cricket team fared no better. Rise scored 168 for two, a score which Temple rarely looked like matching. Temple were eventually all out for 89. The only Temple batsman to play well was J. P. Atkinson who scored 68. 90

The House had more success in the less active sport of chess, beating School House 3-2 in the final. The team was captained by D. J. Johnson and other team members were R. P. Jemmett, D. S. Rusholme, P. A. D. Critchley and P. J. Drury. The internal House competition, having reached the semi-final stage at the end of last term, slowly progressed. By half-term P. J. Drury had made the final, but D. J. Johnson and R. P. Jemmett were still locked in combat. Johnson, wisely using his captain's perogative, got through to the final. Finally, after this marathon competition, P. J. Drury beat his captain i—o. The fencing team, captained by J. E. Moore and consisting of M. S. Hall, C. J. Drury, S. H. Giddings was also successful, beating Queen's in the final. We congratulate C. J. Drury on being awarded the Paddy Power Fencing prize. The tennis team was not so successful, narrowly losing to Manor in the first round. The team was I. G. Wilson (capt.), A. B. Tuck, P. J. Drury and D. F. Bough. The Girls' team was similarly unsuccessful, losing badly to School House. At half-term we learnt that Mr. P. G. Croft was leaving us to take up his new post of Second Master. Mr. Croft's achievement can be seen in two ways. Firstly, in terms of trophies, there is only one sport in which Temple have failed to gain a major trophy, rugby. I doubt if the silver cupboard has been bare during Mr. Croft's time. Secondly, Mr. Croft has kept the House happy, relaxed and yet at the same time with the right atmosphere for working. Temple has won the Work Cup no less than seven times during Mr. Croft's 13 years. For this service to the House we thank him very much and hope he enjoys his new job. Next term Mr. Bulcock takes over as Housemaster. Finally, I would like to thank the Monitors : N. Barnes, J. Dodman, A. B. Tuck and I. G. Wilson for their help in the smooth running of the House and to wish the whole of the Middle Sixth well in the future. David Noyes.

ATHLETICS With the need to change the usual "all-in" athletics programme to one of a two day commitment each week by each boy, we reverted back to a three

point system of standards. The results were as follows :15.0 (average per boy) 1. Rise 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Temple School Queen's Manor Grove Dronfield

11.60 11.23 10.54 10.09 9.56 9.00

Special mention must go to C. D. Johnson (Temple), R. Gardner (Queen's) and N. Clayton (The Rise) who scored near maximum points and were top of their respective year groups. Sports Day took place in fair but windy conditions. The outright winners — Temple — took an early lead and managed to score in all but three of the thirty-one events. Some seven new school records were created. 100 metres 200 metres 400 metres 800 metres 1500 metres 3000 metres Long Jump High Jump Shot Putt Javelin Relay 4 x 200 metres

SENIOR AGE GROUP K. Clarkson (Manor) K. Clarkson (Manor) I. Hindhaugh (School) I. Hindhaugh (School) A. Tuck (Temple) A. Tuck (Temple) G. Cole (Grove) D. Rusholme (Temple) J. Dodman (Temple) I. Hindhaugh (School). School

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11.4 secs. 24.3 secs. 52.7 secs. 2 mins. 11.5 secs. 4 mins. 30.0 secs. 9 mins. 59.2 secs. 5.34 metres. 1.60 metres. 11.16 metres. 41.80 metres. 1 min. 41.8 secs.

Winner of the Senior Long Jump, GRAHAM COLE, in action.

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INTERMEDIATE AGE GROUP 12.2 secs. N. Harnby (Manor) 100 metres 26.0 secs. N. Clayton (Rise) 200 metres 55.6 secs. 400 metres G. Lomas (Manor) 2 mins. 4.9 secs. 800 metres G. Lomas (Manor)* 4 mins. 51.2 secs. 1500 metres T. Hills (Rise) 10 mins. 5.7 secs. 3000 metres T. Hills (Rise)* 5.46 metres. Long Jump R. Knocker (Temple) 1.55 metres. High Jump J. Farrow (Temple) 39.35 metres. Javelin J. Pulleyn (Manor) 1 min. 45.7 secs. Relay 4 x 200 metres Manor JUNIOR AGE GROUP 100 metres A Stubbs (Dronfield)* A. Stubbs (Dronfield) 200 metres 400 metres A. Gorman (Rise)* 800 metres M. Abbey (Temple) 1500 metres A. Gorman (Rise) Long Jump C. D. Johnson (Temple) High Jump A. Stubbs (Dronfield) Cricket Ball D. Bough (Temple) Relay 4 x 100 metres Temple • New School Records.

12.2 secs. 26.0 secs. 58.4 secs. 2 mins. 19.5 secs. 4 mins. 53.8 secs. 4.82 metres. 1.43 metres. 60.10 metres. 53.7 secs.

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETIC SHIELD 100 pts. 1. Temple 641 pts. 2. Manor 55); pts. 3. Rise 521 pts. 4. School 471 pts. 5. Queen's 30k pts. 6. Grove 231 pts. 7. Dronfield

J.A.O-B.

CROSS COUNTRY Due to the resurgence of interest in cross country throughout the School last year a regular programme of inter-school fixtures was arranged at all levels this year. In the inter-school matches convincing performances were recorded by both Seniors and Juniors against Pocklington, Silcoates, Ashville, Woodhouse Grove and Nunthorpe G.S. A measure of the improvement made is reflected in how well the School did against Barnard Castle and Newcastle R.G.S. in the match at Barnard Castle, however Bradford R.G.S. were in a class of their own. After a slightly disappointing performance at Durham in the North Eastern Schools Cross Country Championships when Peter Burdass was unavailable and Jonathan Wright was well below his best, the Seniors put in their best performance the following Saturday at Ampleforth coming second to the host school in a strong field. Peter Burdass was the outstanding Senior runner and both he and Andrew Tuck, the captain were awarded their colours. Other consistently good performers were Jonathan Wright, Greg Lomas and Paul Moayyedi all of whom will form the nucleus of a strong team next season with Doug Williamson and Ian Saville. Amongst the Juniors Jonathan Abbey and Nick England were the most prominent. They were ably supported by several other good third and fourth formers, who providing they maintain their interest, should make their mark at cross country in future years. CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS Wednesday, 23rd January. York and District Schools Trial (at Tadcaster). 1st J. Abbey. Junior Race: 1st P. Burdass; 2nd J. Drinkwater; 3rd P. Moayyedi; 4th A. Tuck, Senior Race: 6th P. Aagaard; 9th S. Woollons; 10th A. Campbell. Saturday, 26th January. St. Peter's v. Pocklington, Silcoates and Ashville (at Pocklington). 35 pts. Seniors: 1st St. Peter's 79 pts. 2nd Silcoates 93 pts. 3rd Pocklington 118 pts. 4th Ashville Individual placings: Ist P. Burdass; 2nd A. Tuck; 5th P. Moayyedi; 7th J. Wright; 8th G. Lomas; 12th N. England.

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Start of the Senior Cross Country Race.

Wednesday, 6th February. St. Peter's v. Woodhouse Grove and Silcoates (at Silcoates). 1st St. Peter's 35 pts. Seniors: 47 pts. 2nd Silcoates 3rd Woodhouse Grove 104 pts. Individual placings: 1st P. Burdass, 4th A. Tuck; 5th G. Lomas; 7th N. England; 8th P. Moayyedi; 10th J. Wright. 22 pts. fst St. Peter's Juniors (U.14): 66 pts. 2nd Woodhouse Grove 99 pts. 3rd Silcoates Individual placings: 1st J. Abbey; 2nd C. Wombell; 3rd K. Rollo; 4th D. Gardner; 5th J. Procter; 7th R. Ellerker. Saturday, 16th February. St. Peter's v. Barnard Castle, Bradford G.S. and Newcastle R.G.S. (at Barnard Castle). 31 pts. 1st Bradford G.S. Seniors: 81 pts. 2nd Newcastle R.G.S. 103 pts. 3rd Barnard Castle 105 pts. 4th St. Peter's Individual placings: 9th P. Burdass; 12th A. Tuck; 17th G. Lomas; 20th J. Wright; 22nd P. Moayyedi; 25th N. England. 43 pts. Juniors (U.14): 1st Bradford G.S. 75 pts. 2nd Newcastle R.G.S. 100 pts. 3rd Barnard Castle 114 pts. 4th St. Peter's Individual placings: 4th J. Abbey; 13th C. Wombell; 16th D. Gardner; 26th R. Ellerker; 27th J. Frank; 28th J. Procter. Wednesday, 27th February. St. Peter's v. Silcoates, Ashville and Woodhouse Grove (at Woodhouse Grove). 51 pts. ist St. Peter's Seniors: 2nd Silcoates 61 pts. 3rd Ashville 94 pts. 99 pts. 4th Woodhouse Grove Individual placings: 1st P. Burdass; 4th A. Tuck; 7th J. Wright; 8th P. Moayyedi; 12th J. Schofield, 19th R. Jemmett. 32 pts. 1st St. Peter's Intermediates (U.16): 53 pts. 2nd Ashville 3rd Woodhouse Grove 95 pts. Individual placings: 1st G. Lomas; 2nd N. England; 3rd D. Williamson; 4th I. Saville; 10th G. Groom; 12th G. Sanders. 20 pts. 1st St. Peter's Juniors (U.14): 441 pts. 2nd Woodhouse Grove 611 pts. 3rd Silcoates Individual placings: 1st J. Procter; 3rd D. Copley; 4th R. Ellerker; 5th N. Hopton; 7th G. Robinson. Wednesday 5th March. North Eastern Schools Cross Country Championships (at Durham). 86 pts. 1st Newcastle R.G.S. 98 pts. 2nd St. Joseph's, Hebburn 116 pts. 3rd Barnard Castle 166 pts. 4th Durham 185 pts. 5th St. Peter's 206 pts. 6th St. Bede's 236 pts. 7th King's Tynemouth 242 pts. 8th Dame Allan's Individual placings: 17th A. Tuck; 20th G. Lomas; 27th P. Moayyedi; 37th J. Abbey; 40th N. England; 44th I. Saville. Saturday, 8th March. North East Regional Public Schools Championships (at Ampleforth). 48 pts. 1st Ampleforth 93 pts. 2nd St. Peter's 121 pts. 3rd Welbeck 130 pts. 4th Durham 166 pts. 5th Denstone 190 pts. 7th Ampleforth 2nds 218 pts. 8th Pocklington Individual placings: 2nd P. Burdass; 10th A. Tuck; 12th P. Moayyedi; 17th G. Lomas; 20th J. Wright; 32nd N. England. Wednesday, 12th March. St. Peter's v. Woodhouse Grove and Nunthorpe G.S. (at home). 33 pts. 1st St. Peter's Seniors: 49 pts. 2nd Nunthorpe G.S. 3rd Woodhouse Grove 105 pts. Individual placings: 2nd J. Drinkwater; 3rd G. Lomas; 4th P. Moayyedi; 6th A. Tuck; 8th J. Wright; 10th D. Williamson. 35 pts. 1st St. Peter's Juniors (U.15): 54 pts. 2nd Nunthorpe G.S. 97 pt3. 3rd Woodhouse Grove Individual placings: 1st J. Abbey; 2nd N. England; 3rd C. Wombell; 7th F. Newitt; 9th G. Groom; 11th R. Ellerker.

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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

SENIOR RESULTS P. Burdass (Rise)* New School Record - 22 minutes 30.0 seconds. A. Tuck (Temple) P. Moayyedi (School) 1. Queen's 79 pts. J. Drinkwater (Rise) 2. Rise 81 pts. G. Lomas (Manor) 3. School 102 pts. J. Wright (Grove) 4. Manor 135 pts. K. Clarkson (Queen's) 5. Temple 154 pts. T. Hills (Rise) 6. Grove 178 pts. I. Saville (Queen's) 7. Dronfield 258 pts. D. Williamson (Queen's)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

JUNIOR RESULTS J. Abbey (Temple). 17 minutes 54.0 seconds. N. England (Queen's) G. Groom (Queen's) S. Gorman (Rise) C. Wombell (Temple) G. Sanders (Queen's) N. Newitt (Queen's) R. Kettlewell (Rise) J. Procter (Grove) R. Crawshaw (Queen's)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Queen's Temple Manor Rise School Grove Dronfield

222 pts. 385 pts. 387 pts. 500 pts. 645 pts. 681 pts. 957 pts.

J.W.R.H.

SWIMMING The term started off well, at home, with a victory at U.14, U.I6 and Senior age groups over Bolton and Bootham, but narrowly losing to Barnard Castle - the result being decided only by the very last relay. Next came the John Parry Relays where the Seniors just missed the finals, but the Colts team of Kevin Rollo, David Bough, Mark Burdon, Steve Cotton and Chris Johnson, reaching the final of the Medley Relay and coming fourth and winning the Freestyle final. With this victory a combination of Colts and Seniors went down to the National Public Schools Relay finals in London where some 6o schools from Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales compete in Open Age Group Medley and Freestyle Relays. The Medley team just missed the final to come tenth overall and yet the Freestyle team of Charles Walker, Kevin Clarkson, Kevin Rollo and Ian Hindhaugh made the final and came fourth overall in the country. In the following school match we travelled to Ampleforth to take on the home side and Bootham at Senior and U.I5 levels. As the Colts team was able to nearly double the oppositions' scores we were assured of overall victory. The very next day another away trip took us to swim against Ashville College and Leeds Grammar at Senior, U.16 and U.14 age groups. This match was secured for us this time by the U.14 groups as the other levels were very close. After half term we took on Worksop College at home and even with a weakened side managed to score maximum points in all but three events. Almost the same occurred the next week at Pocklington with the U.I6 age group scoring near maximum points this time. Our last match against Durham finished the season off badly for us at we lost overall with a depleted group due to other commitments. During the season four of the eight school relay records and sixteen of the twenty-nine individual records have been rewritten. Ten of these individual records have fallen to Kevin Rollo of Temple. The success of the Club lies in the depth of good swimmers who may share the winning of individual events to allow new records to be created by the very best swimmers and the relay teams without over-swimming the latter to ensure victory in the matches. The whole Club is to be congratulated on an excellent season. The following boys represented the School swimming club :C. Walker, I. Hindhaugh, B. Jones, C. Hopkinson, N. Harness, R. Hall, A. Fawthrop, K. Clarkson, A. Copley, A. Brown, M. Heywood, N. Midgley, 96

M. Reed, G. Lomas, C. Johnson, D. Bough, M. Burdon, S. Cotton, N. Rivis, K. Rollo, N. Hopton, M. Chamieh, J. Frank, J. Knapton, S. Turl, S. Spence, J. Abbey, A. Leadley and D. Carr. The following officiated at the home galas : C. Hill, T. Stephenson, I. Cramb and R. Bell. INTER-HOUSE GALA RESULTS Individual Medley 50 yds. Freestyle 50 yds. Breast Stroke 50 yds. Butterfly 50 yds. Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

Under Fourteen Group K. Rollo (Temple)* T. Nichols (Manor) T. Nichols (Manor) K. Rollo (Temple)* K. Rollo (Temple) Temple Temple

Individual Medley 50 yds. Freestyle 50 yds. Breast Stroke 50 yds. Butterfly 50 yds. Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

Under Fifteen Group C. Johnson (Temple) S. Cotton (School) D. Bough (Temple) D. Thomas (Rise) C. Johnson (Temple) Temple* Temple*

71.4 26.7 36.4 33.7 33.1 57.5 49.5

Individual Medley 50 yds. Freestyle 50 yds. Breast Stroke 50 yds. Butterfly 50 yds. Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

Under Sixteen Group K. Clarkson (Queen's)* G. Lomas (Manor) K. Clarkson (Queen's)* K. Clarkson (Queen's) M. Heywood (Manor) Manor • Queen's *

63.8 secs. 28.0 33.0 28.2 31.7 57.4 49.0

Senior Group C. Walker (Dronfleld) I. Hindhaugh (School) C. Walker (Dronfleld) A. Precious (Dronfleld) N. Harness (Rise) C. Walker (Dronfleld)* I. Hindhaugh (School) I. Hindhaugh (School) Dronfield School

63.6 secs. 23.7 56.0 33.9 78.5 27.1 31.0 67.5 54.7 48.0

Individual Medley 50 yds. Freestyle 100 yds. Freestyle 50 yds. Breast Stroke 100 yds. Breast Stroke 50 yds. Butterfly 50 yds. Back Stroke 100 yds. Back Stroke Medley Relay Freestyle Relay • New School record. 1. 2. 3. 4.

Manor Temple School Queen's

64.5 secs 29.5 37.0 28.6 29.6 62.7 53.6

FINAL SCORES 5. Rise 88 pts. 6. Dronfield 83 pts. 7. Grove 78 pts. 72 pts.

49 pts. 43 pts. 16 pts.

INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING STANDARDS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Temple Rise School Manor Grove Queen's Dronfleld

Totals and Results Average of 7.716 per stroke 42 boys Average of 7.672 per stroke 25 boys Average of 7.125 per stroke 27 boys Average of 6.452 per stroke 34 boys Average of 6.209 per stroke 33 boys Average of 6.128 per stroke 35 boys Average of 6.067 per stroke 28 boys

Those boys who achieved an average of 11 or more out of a possible points over each stroke were as follows: R. Gardner (Queen's) J. Frank (Manor) K. Rollo (Temple)

11 pts. N. Midgley (Rise) 11 pts. M. Chamieh (Manor) S. Collingwood (Dronfleld) 11 pts. 11.5 pts. S. Spence (School)

11.7 pts. 11.7 pts. 12 pts.

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RUGBY FIRST XV After an extremely successful season in 1978, it is obviously very disappointing to record only two wins in twelve matches last season. With seven colours returning one hoped for a reasonably successful year without it being outstanding. What went wrong ? Firstly, most of the returning colours did not make the expected improvement and impact another year's maturity should have given. Unfortunately Kevin Clarkson, the fastest threequarter suffered continually from torn hamstrings as a result of Autumn term athletics. (Must we handicap ourselves every year by having such a farcial attempt to do athletics in the Autumn and at the same time attempt to play rugby at a high level ? Both suffer, one should logically go.) Cliff Irwin suffered from migraine and was only selected for five matches, the rest of the time he acted as replacement, whilst Paul Johnson doggedly continued to play with a nagging ankle injury that troubled him for a substantial part of the season. In addition to injuries to old colours, several other players who had established themselves as prominent 1st XV players, in particular Nigel Chapman, Jonathan Brierley and James Gair, all received injuries serious enough to miss a substantial part of the season. Altogether 28 players represented the 1st XV compared with 19 the previous season. Another major factor contributing to such a poor season was the diabolical tackling of a minority of the team, but the majority of the backs by which 235 points were conceded in 12 games. Tackling is 25% technique and the rest determination and courage. Some players fell short on both. Looking closer at the units, whilst the backs' defence was always suspect, the attacking flair of the backs was only realised in two games. When Nigel Chapman was injured, the back line never functioned effectively in attack for the remainder of the season. The forwards had strengths but also too many weaknesses to be able to dominate and dictate games when it was necessary to change the style of play. The front row of Paul Johnson, Simon Webb and Simon Longthorp, all from the Lower Sixth were a very efficient unit and very effective in the loose. They would have been a formidable trio the following season if they had completed two years in the Sixth. What a tragedy that not one stayed on. Rod Craig at lock was supported by Alistair Carder-Geddes. The former's strength was in the line-outs, and this was augmented by Guy Nettleton, at Number 8 who whilst more at home in the second row, took over the Number 8 position and performed extremely creditably in defence although his handling and ball distribution was found wanting at times. Unfortunately, the other two first choice Hankers, James Gair and Jonathan Brierley rarely played together because of injury and their replacements were unable to cope with the demands of 1st XV rugby. The first match against the Retiring Captain's XV in which all of the previous season's 1st XV except John Healey played saw the School get off to a good start being only 6-7 pts. down at half-time. In the second half the School lost both props and the stronger opposition's forwards with considerably more possession ran strongly to expose the weak defence of the backs. Against Silcoates, the visitors scored twelve points in the first ten minutes whilst the School were still trying to put their game together. Thereafter the game was more even although the opposition's pack always had the edge in both set pieces and open play. What ball the School got was often squandered by poor decision making. A penalty goal by Chapman made the final score 3-12 pts. An improved performance at Woodhouse Grove resulted in a 16-9 pts. victory. The pack with Simon Webb hooking produced more ball for a back 98

line which gradually gained in confidence as the match progressed. Nigel Chapman had a fine second half producing several breaks one of which resulted in a fine solo try. His increased confidence was demonstrated in the following match against Barnard Castle when he scored a further three tries and the School, after a shaky start, ran out comfortable winners by 3o-15 pts. At this point of the season the backs were playing as one had expected. Whilst their defence was suspect they had the potential to score more points than they gave away. Unfortunately the forwards had not provided the cover to give an extra line of defence, the back row in particular being a problem area. Against Ashville, the first major blow to the season was struck. The pack played badly and Ashville dominated the game from the start. Nigel Chapman broke his arm and was out for virtually the rest of the season. The attacking potential of the backs was considerably diminished whilst their defensive weakness was still very apparent. In the following match at Denstone, the School got off to a good start, the pack dominating the set pieces with Rod Craig and Guy Nettleton providing a plentiful supply of well controlled line-out ball, but the backs being unable to penetrate the superb cover defence of Denstone. The general improvement in the performance of the pack's open play was largely due to the inclusion of James Gair at flanker who put the opposing half backs under a lot of pressure. In the second half, Denstone obtained more possession and from one of their threequarter moves they outstripped the School's cover to score in the corner. It was ironic that for the first time this season the pack looked an efficient unit in all aspects of play but the backs were unable to penetrate without the incisive running of Nigel Chapman. This good performance by the pack still left one reasonably optimistic about matches to come. After half term, a further blow was struck. James Gair, who had added so much mobility to a previously ineffective back row, broke an arm against King's Pontefract. Despite this, the School should have had the game sewn up before half-time with all the possession they gained from both first and second phase, but the backs were ineffective and showed inexperience in vital positions, unlike the opposition whose backs fed off the School's mistakes to score twice to draw the game at 10 points each. The School were well beaten by Ampleforth, o - 4o pts. The opposition were highly organised as usual with outstanding skill at half-back. Whilst the School's forwards played well both in loose and set play, Ampleforth's backs with strong running, good support and superb handling were able to use their possession more effectively. Unfortunately, the School's recent injuries had not allowed the back division to gain sufficient understanding so that mistakes in attack often resulted in opposition tries by their quick counter attacking. Only one of Ampleforth's six tries came from first phase with three of their tries coming from breakdowns in the School's attacks. The School were unlucky not to score, Ian Hindhaugh being stopped short on at least two occasions. Chris Stubbs playing his first game at fly-half had a sound game, much mobility to a previously ineffective back row, broke an arm against whilst Alistair Carder-Geddes, Simon Webb and Jonathan Brierley covered a lot of ground in a pack that worked hard for the whole of the game. Against Bradford, the School conceded 28 points in the first half. It was as though tackling had gone out of fashion as Bradford appeared to score at will. Fortunately, some pride was salvaged in the second half when only one try was conceded in reply to a converted try by John Cooper and a penalty goal by Ian Hindhaugh. Whilst defeats by Ampleforth and Bradford were not unexpected, 74 points conceded in two games left an awful lot to be desired not only in the 99

FIRST XV match against Giggleswick.

technique of tackling but in the manner in which some players were prepared `to throw in the towel'. Against Durham, a difficult side to beat on their own ground at the best of times, the School wasted early scoring chances with poor forward support whilst conceding i6 points in the first half of the game. The School's only reply was a penalty goal by Mike Johnston. After the resumption a further three points were given away before the School rallied to close the gap with two tries by Julian Guy one of which was converted. On the day, Durham were worthy winners, but the School played very badly. At this stage of the season, with most of the traditionally hardest fixtures over, more frequent success stories should have unfolded, but confidence was low, the injury toll high and lucky breaks needed so desperately nowhere to be seen. Worksop was lost 14 - i8 pts. when the School, after starting so well and leading by i t - 4 pts. at half-time, let the game slip from their grasp by a further repetition of poor defensive play. The following match at Pocklington produced another heavy defeat against a side with powerful fowards and strong running backs. The School's forwards as a unit were completely outplayed in all aspects of the game, but as the opposition ran in seven tries at regular intervals it was interesting to see how individuals coped with adversity, as the School's pack was reduced to six fit men. The front row of Paul Johnson, Simon Webb and Simon Longthorp worked like Trojans. They attempted to hold their ground with little push from behind with Simon Webb hooking several balls against the head going back. They covered like Hankers and showed tremendous determination. The match will be remembered though by the way Rod Craig, not usually noted for his aggressive play, took on the mantle of captain and pack leader when the acting captain Guy Nettleton left the field and played possibly his best ever game for the st XV. With only one effective line-out jumper, he virtually controlled the lines-out himself. The final match at Giggleswick typified a lot of the problems of the season. The School, seven points down through a try and a penalty, the latter being for an extremely strange decision in front of our own posts, pulled back six but were unable to penetrate a sound defence. Colours were awarded to : M. W. Johnston* (Capt.), I. D. Hindhaugh*, K. P. Clarkson, R. K. Knocker, J. Guy, P. E. Johnson, C. E. Irwin, S. P. Longthorp, R. M. Craig, W. G. Nettleton, S. W. C. Webb, C. J. Stubbs, R. H. Iveson, J. N. D. Brierley, J. D. Gair, T. S. Kettlewell, A. D. G. Carder-Geddes. J.W.R.H. * Caps were awarded.

MORRIS-McGRATH TROPHY The trophy was awarded to Guy Nettleton. In the Lower Sixth he was a regular member of the 2nd XV but this season he was one of the hardest working and one of the most consistent players in the 1st XV. His endeavour was rewarded with a Yorkshire trial during the Christmas vacation. J.W.R.H.

SECOND XV The second XV scored fifty one tries and conceded ten, building up over 250 points and conceding only 75 in the eleven school matches in which they won 8, drew t and lost only 2. The success lay partly in the age and ability of the forwards with the competent exciting play of the backs. The season started off well with successes all the way to half term with the true colours of the team being nailed to the mast against Ashville when against what was a bigger and very able group of players the School managed with only 14 men for all but two minutes of the match to harass and upset the opposition into 101

making more mistakes which we were able to convert into points on the board. In mid-November came the "old enemy" Ampleforth who well beat us in the second half but were made to work all through the first half and only overcame our stretched defences in the last quarter of the game. We then went on to draw with Bradford in a game that we should have won, and did well against Durham in very cold conditions to produce some of the best tries of the season. After a keen contest against Worksop we lowered our previously high standards of play and were beaten by a very good Pocklington side despite scoring two tries to their one. We finished off the season with a resounding victory over Giggleswick with a batch of eight well-engineered tries. To pick out any individuals from the group would be difficult as all contributed so much towards each others game to produce committed 15 man winning rugby. J. McGrath, R. Barron (Capt.), N. Chapman, I. Wilson, C. Bean, M. Gee, T. Coleman, T. Stephenson, C. Butterworth, D. Kaner, D. Fallow, D. Gardner, D. Hinchliffe, D. Noyes, R. Lister, J. Cooper, A. Kershaw, P. Burdass. The whole team was awarded their Second XV colours. J.A.O-B.

THIRD XV The Third XV have again proved to be what it has always been: a group of people playing rugby because they thoroughly enjoy it. The team contained those who wished to play purely for pleasure, and those who also were on their way to senior teams. The large number of people who represented the XV are indicative of the general enthusiasm and talent of the Club. It was a pleasure to be associated with them. Third XV team selected from : Webster R.H., Dixon A. J., Howie J. H., Hobson C. T., Taylor A. R., (Captain), Lee G. F., Taylor J. P. M., Wright E. F. J., McDonald L. R. P., Thornberry G., Liddle R. D., Bulmer J. M. G., Kaner D. R., Booth A. D., Reeve I. J., Dee S. N., Pell A. J., Butterworth C. N. E., Hitchenor A. R.H.H.

SENIOR COLTS The Senior Colts again had a very successful season, winning all their matches until the final fixture against a strong Pocklington XV, which was lost by 7 points to 3. John Pulleyn led a well balanced side which was particularly strong in defence; conceding only two tries in the whole term. The second match was a try-scoring spree against a weak Ashville side and was followed by two handsome victories against Nunthorpe and Hymers College. The Ampleforth fixture again proved to be a tense struggle which was won with difficulty, to points to 6. Worksop College played well on their home ground and victory was by no means certain until the final whistle, and certainly would not have been gained but for the fine tackling of Andrew Copley. During the term Neil Harnby scored several fine tries and the two wings, Robert Gair and Jonathan Hall, completed many good movements with ten tries between them. In the back row Andrew Gibson was the chief scorer and on two occasions his tries were vital in close matches. No player worked harder than Timothy Hills who tackled tirelessly. Possession was always vital and for much of this, credit must go to Richard Dibb and Russell Broadbent. J. I. P. Pulleyn (Capt.), J. D. Atkinson, C. R. W. Bell, R. F. Broadbent, A. P. Copley, R. F. Dibb, J. R. Farrow, R. J. Gair, A. C. Gibson, N. F. Harnby, T. M. Hills, J. C. Lawrence, A. P. McGrath, M. I. Sellers and R. H. Smith. B.A. 102

UNDER 15 'A' XV The season started optimistically enough, despite the loss of last year's stand-off who had left the School. Convincing wins in the first two fixtures made up for the defeat and draw which were last year's results. However, by then, both centres had broken collar bones and it was clear that the loss of three first choice backs was inevitably going to cause problems. Thomas took over at stand-off, his skilful touches going some way to make up for his lack of speed and mobility. Stubbs played at inside centre and quickly matured to become a useful player with much promise for the future. Bond, and later Linton, played at outside centre. The very strong pack went a long way to make up for the difficulties the backs were having. There were few occasions throughout the season when the pack failed to gain superiority over their opponents. The matches when they were "on song", notably against Ampleforth and King's Pontefract, saw the opposition ripped apart. Gibson and Bough were dominant in the line-out and the scrummaging was usually sound. The rucking and mauling needed attention but gradually improved as the season progressed. It was a pity that the forwards showed a reluctance to set up their own attacks by breaking and rolling off the mauls. Perhaps one of the reasons for this was that they preferred to leave the attacking responsibility to Burdass at scrum-half. He was the outstanding player of the team, showing a maturity of play and a high level of skill. Often he made breaks away from his forwards when a link with them would have been more suitable. He has the potential to be a very fine player indeed, but has much to learn if he is to fulfil this potential. There was some disappointment, particularly in away form. Defeats at Silcoates and Worksop were both due to lethargy at crucial moments and the draw at Durham was below par. The Christmas term finished, however, with a very fine win at Pocklington. The Easter term surprised us all with the fine weather, although after Pocklington's return visit, perhaps we would rather have had snow ! After that the time was used to experiment. Stubbs showed potential at full back, Bond came back into the team a much improved player, Ellis showed himself to be a fine prop forward and Topham demonstrated elusive skill on the wing. With Gorman and Lee back from injury the backs looked far more solid and positive. All in all, there is much potential in this squad of players. If they can learn to play for each other, then the future of senior rugby at St. Peter's in a couple of years time looks bright. Team from: A. G. Smith, A. J. Stubbs, A. M. Burdon, F. J. Topham, A. Hameed, S. R. Gorman, J. A. S. Lee, N. Linton, R. J. Bond, D. W. Thomas, S. P. Burdass, P. J. Atkinson, T. Orange-Bromhead, R. W. Ellis, D. F. Bough, C. J. Gibson, C. Bradley, C. Johnson, R. J. Kettlewell and D. A. Beaumont. D.J.R.

UNDER i5 'B' XV The Under 15 Colts repeated their achievement of the previous year at the Under 14 level and remained undefeated throughout the season. This was not too predictable or evident at the beginning of the season, but once the fixtures started, their enthusiasm and drive, demoralised all opposition. Despite injuries in the 'A' team, which meant losing some of our more able players, the team never lost their sense of purpose or morale. Our attacking play was perhaps the most exciting aspect of our game, and when going forward the pack, in particular, looked formidable. In contrast our defence looked relatively weak and generally the tackling was poor. Throughout the season however, we only conceded four tries, and achieved considerable victories against Ashville and Pocklington. 103

The FIRST XV in action against Ampleforth.

The weather was much kinder this year and this provided for continuity, and allowed all the players to develop as a team. The team: N. A. Ramsden, R. W. Ellis, C. J. Ryder, E. R. Chantry, A. Forman, J. Binns, J. L. Barrett, S. A. Cotton, J. N. Linton, M. Adeney, R. J. S. Bond, J. B. DeLittle, B. A. Skrentny, T. C. K. Hyde and A. G. Smith. On one or two occasions the following substitutes played: M. Haslam, A. Pacey and M. Bird. D.G.M.

UNDER x4 COLTS RUGBY Although this year's Under 14 Colts were, compared to most of our opponents, small in stature, there can be no doubt that they made up for their lack of height and weight by courage, dedication and willingness to work for each other, even when the game was well beyond their reach. Kevin Rollo was a captain in the John Ellison mould — from his position of No. 8 he led by example, collecting seven tries in the process. The pack in front of him worked well as a unit. Rarely were we pushed back and the quick striking of David Wombell, excellently supported by Mark Chamieh and Frank Howie meant that we got more than our fair share of scrummage ball. James White and James Frank formed a solid second row with Tom Nichols and Andrew Gray working well in the back row with their captain. Behind the scrum, half backs Andrew Millard and Jeremy Atkinson worked well together but lacked the necessary ideas and speed to dictate a game. The two centres, Paul Chapman and Robert Gardner were up so quickly on their opposite numbers and tackled so ferociously that frequently bigger stronger opponents were smothered before they had had a chance to get moving. Jonathan Abbey was a dangerous left wing and Shaun Turl balanced this with sound defence on the right wing. Maurice Dobie eventually established himself as the regular full back and, like all his colleagues, his determination to work at the basic skills and also the particular skills needed for his position is to his credit. It was this attitude of determination, courage and willingness to learn — both new techniques and from their mistakes — that makes me convinced that this group will form a solid first fifteen who thoroughly enjoy their rugby in year to come. I.J.A.

UNDER x4 COLTS 'B' XV The 'B' XV enjoyed quite a reasonable season, winning five of its eight matches. The fixtures began with impressive wins over Silcoates and Fyling Hall, and success continued to the end of the Christmas term. It was unfortunate that the team selected to play the strong Pocklington side was considerably weakened; this not surprisingly resulted in the only convincing defeat of the season. The performance at Ampleforth and Ashville revealed the spirit of this '13' XV: in both matches the team fought back and prevented the opposition from scoring in the second half. The season ended as it began with a decisive victory. Throughout the season the forwards were strong in scrummage, ruck and maul; their chief weaknesses were in line-out and loose ball situations. It was a pity that the half-back combination had to be changed so often following the injury to R. HUGHES, who showed great potential at scrum-half early in the season. The backs learnt several salutary lessons in alignment and realignment and by the end of the season were showing greater imagination in attack. The team was selected from: R. P. Duffield, S. P. Wood, S. F. Bradbury, S. D. Spence, R. G. Ogden, M. W. J. Cramb, J. R. Farnsworth, G. G. B. 105

Ampleforth in possession.

Robinson, R. W. Hughes, J. I. Pawson, T. A. Abel, J. P. Beaumont, C. J. M. Oldfield, A. M. Kinnear, N. D. Hopton, D. C. M. Sweetman, M. G. Wise, S. P. Bird and N. D. Arrowsmith. Also played: R. J. Ellerker, J. W. Knapton and A. D. Leadley. P.T.

RESULTS 1st XV

Result

F

A

Home Home Away Away Home Away Away Home Home Away Home Away Away

Lost Lost Won Won Lost Lost Drew Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost

6 3 16 30 4 0 10 0 9 13 14 0 6

23 12 9 15 27 6 10 40 34 19 18 38 7

•• •• .. •• •• •• •• •• •• •• ••

Home Away Away Away Away Away Home Away Home Home Home

Won Won Won Won Won Lost Drew Won Won Lost Won

44

0

22 12 17 58 4 9 22 19 10 36

3 0 3 6 23 9 7 6 19 0

•• .• •• •• •• •• •• •• ••

Home Away Home Home Home Away Away Away Away

Won Won Won Won Won Lost Lost Lost Lost

46

0

23 12 22 22 3 0 3 7

6 3 3 6 66 6 6 20

SENIOR COLTS .. Barnard Castle School .. .• Ashville College •• Nunthorpe G.S. •. Hymers College •• Ampleforth College •• Durham School •• Worksop College •• Pocklington School

Away Home Home Home Home Home Away Home

Won Won Won Won Won Won Won Lost

10 69 25 27 10 20 8 3

0 0 0 3 6 6 3 7

UNDER 15 COLTS 'A' XV Home Woodhouse Grove Home Barnard Castle .. Away .. Ashville .. Away .. Silcoates .. Home King's Pontefract Home .. Ampleforth Away .. Durham Away Worksop Away Pocklington Home Giggleswick Home Pocklington Away Bradford G.S. Home Ashville .. Home Silcoates

Won Won Won Lost Won Won Drew Lost Won Won Lost Lost Won Won

14 14 20 10

6 6 0 16 0 0 14 8 13 3 36 12 0 6

Wed. Sat. Wed. Wed. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat.

Sept. 19th Sept. 29th 3rd Oct. Oct. 13th 17th Oct. Oct. 20th 3rd Nov. Nov. 10th 14th Nov. Nov. 17th Nov. 28th 1st Dec. 8th Dec.

Retiring Captain's XV .. .. .. Silcoates .. .. Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle .. .. Ashville .. .. Denstone King's Pontefract .. Ampleforth Bradford G.S. .. .. Durham .. Worksop Pocklington Giggleswick

Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat.

Sept. 29th 3rd Oct. Oct. 13th Oct. 17th 3rd Nov. Nov. 10th Nov. 14th Nov. 17th Nov. 28th 1st Dec. 8th Dec.

2nd XV .. Silcoates .. Woodhouse Grove .. Barnard Castle .. .. Ashville .. King's Pontefract .. Ampleforth Bradford G.S. .. .. Durham Worksop Pocklington Giggleswick

Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat.

Sept. 29th 3rd Oct. Oct. 13th 17th Oct. 7th Nov. Nov. 10th Nov. 24th 1st Dec. 8th Dec.

.. Silcoates .. Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle .. .. Ashville .. .. Fyling Hall Ampleforth Fyling Hall Pocklington Giggleswick

Sat. Wed. Wed. Wed. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat.

Oct. Oct. Oct. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Dec.

Wed. Sat. Wed. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed.

Oct. 10th Oct. 13th Oct. 17th Oct. 31st 3rd Nov. Nov. 10th Nov. 17th Nov. 28th 1st Dec. 8th Dec. 19th Jan. 30th Jan. 9th Feb. Feb. 27th

3rd XV

13th 17th 31st 7th 10th 17th 28th 1st

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First Boat in action.

UNDER 15 COLTS 'B' XV Ashville .. Silcoates Durham Hymers Pocklington Ampleforth Bradford G.S. Ashville • . Silcoates

Oct. 17th Oct. 31st Nov. 17th Nov. 21st Jan. 19th Jan. 23rd Jan. 30th 9th Feb. Feb. 27th

Wed. Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Wed. Sat. Wed.

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Away Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Home

Won Won Won Won Won Won Won Won Won

30 23 34 38 24 30 18 40 21

0 0 0 0 3 4 4 6 4

Lost Won Won Lost Won Won Lost Lost Won Lost Lost Lost Lost

4 22 30 7 16 21 O O 46 3 0 4 8

24 10 16 28 4 8 6 23 0 11 18 8 10

Won Won Won Won Lost Lost Lost Won

50 15 12 8 O O 4 16

4 0 6 4 23 8 10 0

UNDER 14 COLTS XV Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed.

Oct. 10th Oct. 13th Oct. 31st Nov. 3rd Nov. 10th Nov. 17th Nov. 28th 1st Dec. Dec. 8th Jan. 19th Jan. 30th Feb. 9th Feb. 27th

Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle .. Silcoates King's School Pontefract Ampleforth Durham School Worksop Pocklington Giggleswick Pocklington Bradford G.S. Ashville .. Silcoates

Wed. Wed. Wed. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat.

Oct. 31st Nov. 7th Nov. 21st Nov. 24th 19th Jan. Jan. 23rd Feb. 9th Feb. 16th

Silcoates Fyling Hall Hymers Fyling Hall Pocklington Ampleforth Ashville .. Fyling Hall

• • Home . • Home • • Away • • Home • • Away • • Home • • Away • • Away • • Home • • Home • . Away • • Away • • Home

UNDER 14 COLTS 'B' XV • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

INTER-HOUSE RUGBY Junior Competition 1st Round:

Senior Competition 1st Round:

8 pts. Dronfield 4 pts.; Grove 8 pts. Temple 12 pts.; Manor 0 pts. Queen's School House 48 pts.

8 pts. Rise 4 pts.; Grove 9 pts. Queen's 25 pts.; Manor 0 pts. Temple School House 7 pts.

Semi-Finals:

Semi-Finals:

3 pts. Dronfield 42 pts.; Manor School House 0 pts. 18 pts. Rise

4 pts. Rise 17 pts.; Manor School House 20 pts. 4 pts. Dronfield

Final: Manor 7 pts.

Away Home Away Away Away Away Away Home

Final: Manor 10 pts. Rise 11 pts.

School House 6 pts.

1st XV FIXTURES Wed. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat. Wed. Sat. Sat. Wed.

Sept. 17th Sept. 20th Sept. 27th 1st Oct. Oct. 11th Oct. 15th Oct. 17th 1st Nov. Nov. 8th Nov. 15th Nov. 26th Nov. 29th Dec. 6th Dec. 10th

Retiring Captain's XV .. Headingley R.U.F.C. Colts Silcoates Woodhouse Grove Barnard Castle .. Ashville .. Denstone King's Pontefract Ampleforth Durham Worksop Pocklington Giggleswick Bradford G.S.

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Home Home Away Home Home Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Home Away

BOAT CLUB The boat club entered the Eighties with a spirit of change. The important decision in the long term was the change in emphasis on funding. The school is now committed to replace and maintain all equipment to a high standard, while the supporters will be raising regatta costs. Another innovation has been the introduction of girls rowing, one of those involved takes up the story. 109

IV Year Boat in the York Spring Regatta.

GIRLS' ROWING The Summer term saw the arrival of four girls in the Boat Club. They were welcomed with enthusiasm, and thanks to the able coaching of K.W., D.J.H. and A.G.R. were able to row in Durham Regatta after only six outings ! Unfortunately, the efficient coxing of John Hutchinson could not prevent the girls from colliding with the bank at the start, nevertheless they persevered and managed to finish the race, losing by only three lengths. One week later this ill-fated crew, with the substitution for one of the girls of Mrs. K. Wootton, made their final appearance of the season (much to the relief of other members of the boat club) at York Summer Regatta. Although unsuccessful in winning anything, the girls at least "entertained" other river users.

BOYS' ROWING The major brake on the pace of progress within the club has been the lack of specialised staff. However, we have been fortunate in having the regular help of Dr. Paul Robinson, whose experience in the 1975 Cambridge crew has added a fine technical edge to the J.16 coaching, and of Dr. Ken Shanks (York City R.C.) whose wealth of experience and enthusiasm has greatly encouraged our J.15 crews. We will all miss Alasdair Roberts whose wit and artistry have given a touch of style to junior coaching. Behind his abrasive exterior he hid a deep concern for the boys and the sport. We wish him well and hope to see him on many a river bank. From a somewhat different angle, an important staff recruit has been Mike Dawson whose skill has helped keep our boats above water. We are already seeing great improvements in the way boys look after equipment as they become more aware of the skills needed to maintain it. Support for the Club this year has been magnificent. Parents and friends have attended a successful wine and cheese party and an enjoyable buffet lunch. (Thanks to Diane Wootton, Tony Jackson and his staff for the catering.) Support at regattas has also been encouraging, even through some vile conditions. It is good to say that the supporters have had something exciting to watch. Beginning with very near misses at the Yorkshire Head we have had finalists ate very regatta. Most pleasingly the success has not been at any one level. The First Four have set a fine example by their professional approach and reached finals at Birmingham, Durham, Bradford, Leeds and York Summer Regattas. Like the First Four, most crews had been entered above status and performed well. One hope for the future was the very near miss of a composite 8 formed with York University B.C. for Leeds Regatta, after only two training outings they eventually lost a closely contested final. The most convincing win was the First Four at Bradford where they clearly outclassed all opposition, and the most encouraging were the J.16 4 -I at Durham and the scratch J.15/J.16 4 which romped home in the J.16 event at Bradford Schools Invitation Regatta. Peterite readers who would like to follow the fortunes of the Boat Club more closely should contact Ken Wootton at the School and we will ensure that they are added to our newsletter mailing list. WINNING CREWS 1980 Senior C 4+

Bradford

Junior 18 4+

Durham

Junior B 4+

York Summer

Wallhead, T. R.; Drinkwater, P. J.; Coleman, T. C. J.; Cooper, J. Jewitt, A. M.; Hirst, J. E.; Williams, S. N.; Craig, F. A.

Cox: Holden J. R.

Cox: Paterson, A. James.

Bird, C. J. E.; Howie, J. H.; Kaner, D. R.; Needier, H. M. J. Cox: Warrington, T. C. St. J. Bradford School Invitation J.16 4+ Spence, R. W.; Hardy, R. C.; Kettkwell, R. J.; Lee, J. A. S. Cox: Hutchinson, J. N.

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FIRST XI playing Ashville.

COMMEMORATION ROWING RESULTS Dronfield Senior 4 +: Rise J unior 4+: Wallhead/Cooper Open 2: Senior Sculls: T. A. Wellhead D. T. J. F. Clark J unior Sculls: The School beat the Old Peterites in both 80 and 40 races. BOAT CLUB AWARDS 1980 Holden, J. R. Andrew Sherris Cup for Coxing: Topham, K. D. Most Improved Oarsman Cup: Kettlewell, R. J. and Lee, J. A. S. Wentworth-Ping Oar (Best IVth Form Oarsman) BOAT CLUB OFFICERS, 1981 T. R. Wallhead. Captain: Vice-Captains: A. J. Dixon and A. M. Jewitt. J. R. Farrow. Secretary: S. R. A. Newby. Boatswain:

K.W.

The New Equipment The revolution in new materials has given industry a remarkable new tool in carbon fibre. Its application in "Carbocraft" racing shells, with their distinctive colour schemes and clean, uncluttered lines, has meant lightness and incredible strength. On a recent visit to the Carbocraft works we were most impressed with their skill and knowledge in this relatively new field. The boat is based on a glass-fibre sandwich construction reinforced with finely woven carbon fibres. It is also coxed from the bows with the cox lying down under the canvas, this should improve the stability of the boat and increase its potential speed. To complement the boat we have also six oars made of aluminium tubing with plastic spoons and wooden handles. These are the gift of a most generous parent and will be lighter, stiffer and have a longer life than wooden oars. M.D.

HOCKEY CLUB The season was one of the most enjoyable that I can remember. The spirit which was generated in both first and second elevens led both teams to make the very best of their talents. It meant that all players thought of the help which they could give to each other rather than of their own individual game. The first eleven played consistently well and their results show this. The losses for the main part were due to the greater experience of the opposition rather than the limitations of our own play. The attack was exciting to watch and whenever they got possession there was always the possibility of a goal. The defence in general was firm and inspired that confidence so necessary for a side to succeed. My memory of the season however is of the enjoyment which the players got from their games, and this was reflected in their play. The captain Andrew Precious stamped his authority on the side and led, not only by encouragement, but also by example. I congratulate and thank him for his efforts during the season. The second eleven, under the captaincy of Bob Bowles, was a blend of experience and youth. They had a successful season losing only two of their matches, both to club opposition. I hope that the experience gained by the younger players will stand them in good stead next year. The colts team was chosen from eighteen players and it was pleasing that so many players are of a standard to represent the School. The team had I a mixed season, but learnt the hard way that experience counts for a lot. hope that they will mature as players in the coming years. 113

GIRLS' XI playing Scarborough College.

The girls' eleven played four matches this season and became particularly successful as the season developed. It is especially pleasing to be able to report such enthusiasm from the girls for the game. Finally, I would like to thank my colleagues for their help during the season.

R.H.H. HOCKEY REPORTS 1980 v. Easingwold School. (Won 3-0. Chapman 2, Taylor).

Under difficult conditions the School gained a well deserved vistory. The team contained six new players with Stephen Kettlewell making a confident start in goal. The attack looked particularly sharp with Nigel Chapman opening the season's account. v. Army Apprentices College, Harrogate. (Won 3-1. Chapman 3).

After a shaky start in which the School went a goal down, two goals in quick succession produced a half-time score of 2-1. In an exciting second half the School consolidated on this lead with Nigel Chapman completing a fine hat-trick. v. York H.C. (Won 3-0. Chapman 2, Johnston).

In this additional fixture the School played a York H.C. side notably strengthened by two OldPeterites, Andy Penty and Roger Anderson. Despite this the School prevailed, winning a close game 3-0. v. York University. (Lost 0-3).

Despite losing this game, St. Peter's learnt much from playing a skilled and experienced University side. Occasional lapses in defence were severely punished and towards the end of the game several good scoring opportunities were missed by the attack. v. Bootham. (Won 2-0. Johnston, Chapman).

In a game played under surprisingly good conditions the defence was rarely troubled. Penetrating play down both flanks opened up the Bootham defence, resulting in two well-taken first half goals. v. Ashville. (Lost 1-2. Chapman).

The School made an uncertain start to this game allowing Ashville to take the lead mid-way through the first half from a short corner. Shortly after the restart Ashville scored under similar circumstances. Whilst not playing well a draw would not have been an unfair result for St. Peter's. v. Scarborough College. (Won 7-1. Johnston, Chapman 6).

In a game in which the School never looked like losing, St. Peter's played some good attacking hockey resulting in Chapman scoring an excellent double hat-trick. The mid-field took complete command of the game with both Noyes and R. Lister showing enterprise and imagination. v. Worksop College. (Drew 1-1. Chapman).

For this match John McGrath captained the side in the absence of the injured Andrew Precious. In a skilful and entertaining game with both sides playing open hockey Worksop scored midway first through the first half. However, in the second half St. Peter's stormed back and the late equaliser was no more than they deserved. v. York H.C. (Won 2-0. Chapman, Precious).

In this game the School gained a hard earned second victory of the season against a strong York H.C. side. The School attack exposed some flaws in the York defence with Andrew Taylor being the architect. With a goal in each half by Chapman and Precious, the latter being a well-taken penalty flick resulting from sustained pressure, St. Peter's sealed the match. v. Pandas H.C. (Drew 1-1. Chapman).

On a cold and windy day the match began slowly although there was probably a good reason for this. After a fairly even first half St. Peter's took the lead when Nigel Chapman converted a short corner. With victory in sight Pandas managed to scramble a late equaliser scored by Mike Kerr. v. Styx. (Lost 0—.2).

Against a powerful Styx side containing several county players and one international, St. Peter's did well to prevent a goal spree with Stephen Kettlewell performing outstandingly in goal. Conversely the School were desperately unlucky to see three shots cleared off the line in the dying minutes. v. Leeds G.S. (Won 4-0. Chapman 2, Johnston 2).

In a game of wasted chances, St. Peter's dominance was not reflected in the scoreline. It was not until the second half the industry of the wingers J. Guy and A. Taylor was rewarded with well taken goals by M. Johnston and N. Chapman. v. InvitationXI (Won 6-3. Chapman 2, Precious 2, Johnston, Guy).

The School rounded off a very successful season in fine style against a strong Invitation XI. Although the scoreline suggests an easy win, this was never so. This was a great team effort with Chapman and Precious scoring before half time and then repeating this feat in the second half with the other goals being scored by Johnston and Julian Guy getting a very much deserved first goal for the School. A.M.P. First XI chosen from:—A. Precious (Captain), S. Kettlewell, J. McGrath, J. Gair, J. Yeo, R. Lister, J. Guy, M. Johnston, N. Chapman, D. Noyes, A. Taylor, M. Gee, S. Prest, (I. Reeve), (R. Bowles).

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RESULTS Second XI:

v. Bootham (Away). Won 4-2. v. Pocklington (Home). Drew 2-2. v. University of York (Home). Lost 1-4. v. Scarborough College (Home). Won 9-0. v. Wetton H.C., Under 16s (Home). Won 2-0. v. Worksop College (Away). Drew 1-1. v. Worksop College (Home). Won 1--0. v. York H.C. (Home). Won 1-0. v. Pandas H.C. (Home). Lost 1-4. v. Leeds G.S. (Home). Won 7-0. Team from:—M. Lodge, J. Winchurch, H. Bilton, J. Taylor, R. Bowles, D. Johnson, M. Bunn0;, S. Prest, C. Stubbs, M. Jesper, I. Reeve, R. Chapman and L. McDonald.

Colts Hockey XI Fixtures and Results Colts Hockey XI Fixtures and Results

Bootham School (Away). Lost 1-5. Bootham School (Home). Won 3-0. Scarborough College (Home). Won 2-0. Worksop College (Away). Lost 0-11. Pocklington (Home). Won 10-0. Easingwold (Home). Drew 0-0. (Both fixtures against Welton H.C. were cancelled). Team from:—Goalie — S. J. Neville. Backs — S. J. J. Hall, G. R. M. Bilton, R. J. Gair (Capt.). Halves — R. D. Liddle, I. D. Davie, N. V. Beaumont, A. R. Aagaard, M. D. Sweetman, J. O'Farrell. Forwards — D. A. Nendick, M. L. Chippendale, J. M. P. Jones, M. D. Willink, D. N. C. Pemberton, T. A. Kaner, R. W. Boocock and N. Clayton.

Girls' XI Hockey Although this season there were only a few matches it did not reduce the enthusiastic response from all the girls, some of whom had never played hockey before coming to St. Peter's. A special mention must be made of Claire Lockey and Louise Liddle, who scored the majority of the goals. We would like to thank all the members of staff, who helped umpire and organise matches and John Dodman who bravely acted as a goal keeper for us in some of the matches. K.G.M. Results:

v. York College (Away). Lost 1-2. v. Scarborough College (Home). Won 2-1. v. York College (Home). Drew 1-1. v. Manor School (Home). Won 4-0. Team from:—Helen Batty, Katharine Denison, Louise Liddle, Rachel Smith, Katherine Morcom, Sally Shuttleworth, Miriam Smith, Katharine Stancer, Claire Lockey, Bridget Bulmer, Sarah Neville and Johanna Smith.

CRICKET RETROSPECT As thirteen players with first XI experience were available, there were high hopes for the season, but in many ways these hopes were not fulfilled. In terms of actual results (Played 17, Won 6, Drawn 9, Lost 2) it was quite a good year, but there were few occasions when the team played really well. The batting was particularly disappointing. There was no lack of depth, but only Chris Stubbs and Andrew Precious played consistently well and it is significant that there were only five innings over 5o during the season. Stubbs, having bolstered the middle order for a long time, did a good job when given the opportunity to open. His fine century against the Old Peterites was the first scored by a Peterite at home since Peter Hall's hundred against Sedbergh in 1971. The most reliable batting came from Precious, who always 116

seemed likely to make runs, though perhaps he did not make the big scores of which he was capable. David Noyes had a disappointing year. Apart from a very good innings at Sedbergh, he struggled all the time and had to rely on his immense application to get a reasonable number of runs. The middleorder batsmen, Ian Hindhaugh, Nigel Chapman and Jonathan Simpson, all played useful innings — Chapman's superb 84 not out against Durham being an outstanding exception — but they lacked the concentration to make a lot of runs. Jonathan Wright started and finished the season quite well, but had a very lean spell, which all batsmen meet at some time in their career. John Dodman did a good job in the middle order; perhaps somewhat limited in his stroke-play, he never lacked courage or determination. Patrick Burdass continued to improve, playing a number of promising innings. The bulk of the bowling was done by the opening bowlers and Michael Johnston, the captain. Both Chris Stubbs and Andrew Precious used the new ball effectively, but they rarely bowled well on the same day. It was a just reward that these two invaluable all-rounders were selected for the Yorkshire Schools Under 19 XI. The other seamers, Jonathan Simpson and Ian Hindhaugh, did not bowl a great deal, but Simpson bowled well on occasions, especially against Durham. He should gain more consistency next season, when he gets a lot of bowling. Johnston took 35 wickets, more than anyone else. He bowled aggressively and although he was inconsistent at times, he always seemed likely to take wickets. Like the support seamers, the other spinner, Richard Kirby, suffered from lack of bowling and was unable to get into the rhythm he had in 1979. The fielding was good, at times very good, but the team did have its "off-days". Ian Hindhaugh was again an inspiration and he shared the Fielding Cup with David Noyes, a fine fielder anywhere and particularly good in the "bat-pad" position. A special word of praise for Nigel Chapman, whose wicket-keeping improved considerably. The Single Wicket Competition for the Yeomans Cup was won by Ian Hindhaugh who beat Stuart Prest in the final. As he had beaten Precious and Stubbs to reach the final, this was an excellent performance in a very worthwhile competition. The Senior House competition was won by the "veterans" of Dronfield who comfortably and deservedly defeated the young Grove team. The Junior Cup was retained by the Rise who beat School House in the final. Once again, my thanks to all who have done so much both on and off the field to help the season's cricket. It is easy to overlook the many helpers without whom the cricket would be less enjoyable. D.K. ii st XI t*M. W. Johnston (Capt.), 1978-79-80 t*A. M. Precious, 1978-79-80 t*C. J. Stubbs, 1978-79-80 *N. J. Chapman, 1979-80 *I. D. Hindhaugh, 1978-79-80 *R. J. Kirby, 1979-80 *D. M. Noyes, 1979-80 *E. F. J. Wright, 1979-80 *S. P. Burdass, 1980 *T. R. Dodman, 1980 *A. J. N. Simpson, 1980

znd XI Selected from :— *A. R. Taylor (Capt.) *S. W. Prest (Vice-Captain) *R. F. Dibb *A. C. Gibson *C. T. Hobson *R. W. Lister *M. D. Willink J. D. Atkinson J. N. D. Brierley P. A. Dodman R. J. Gair R. D. Liddle S. J. Woollons *—Colours

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Opponents

Ground

26th April 3rd May 7th May 14th May 17th May 21st May 28th May 31st May 7th June 14th June 21st June 28th June 5th July 9th July 11th July 12th July 14th July 15th July 16th July 17th July

Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. Bradford G.S.

Home Home Home Home Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Home

Craven Gentlemen C. .. Worksop College .. York C.C. The Forty Club .. Sedbergh School Giggleswick School Ampleforth College Durham School .. Pocklington School Bootham School .. The Saints C.C. .. Old Peterites Trinity School, Croydon .. William Hulme's G.S. King's School, Rochester .. Sutton Valence School ..

Result

Opponents

School

107 for 4 Won Drawn 194 for 6 dec. 157 for 7 Drawn 128 for 8 Drawn 138 for 6 Drawn 77 for 7 Drawn 103 for 5 Drawn Drawn 134 for 5 dec. 190 for 6 dec. Won Abandoned. 190 Won 70 Lost 48 for 2 Won 111 for 9 Drawn Drawn 153 172 for 7 dec. King's, Rochester Abandoned. 84 for 2 Sutton Valence Won 130 for 6 Won Away Lost 116 Away

1st XI AVERAGES Batting No. of Innings Not out 5 .. 14

Runs

106 154 for 9 175 for 3 dec. 178 for 4 dec. 173 for 9 dec. 179 for 2 dec. 152 for 4 dec. 55 for 8 71 90 182 for 5 dec. 47 215 for 4 dec. 133 for 3 dec. 135 for 9 81 129 117 for 9 dec.

Highest Innings

106* 312 C. J. Stubbs 26* 120 7 .. 11 J. R. Dodman 347 51 2 .. 14 A. M. Precious 36* 4 110 .. 10 S. P. Burdass 84* 3 217 .. 15 N. J. Chapman 48 286 .. 18 2 I. D. Hindhaugh 50 3 267 .. 18 D. M. Noyes 48 243 0 .. 16 A. J. N. Simpson 35 1 173 .. 16 F. J. Wright 37 18* 1 7 M. W. Johnston 11 2 11 .. 4 .. .. .. .. R. J. Kirby .. Also batted:—S. G. Gorman, 4, 3; S. W. Prest, 0, 12; A. R. Taylor 10; M. D. Willink, 0, 0. *—Denotes "not out".

A. M. Precious C. J. Stubbs M. W. Johnston A. J. N. Simpson R. J. Kirby .. I. D. Hindhaugh

Bowling Overs • • 199.4

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211 187 78.3 83 27

Maidens

Runs

Wickets

78 58 44 15 20 9

413 527 617 289 289 92

30 33 35 12 11 2

Average

34.66 30.00 28.92 18.33 18.08 17.87 17.80 15.19 11.53 6.17 5.50

Average 13.77 15.96 17.63 24.08 26.27 46.00

ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 26th April. Result: Won by 6 wickets. Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 106 (C. J. Stubbs 3 for 28). St. Peter's 107 for 4 (A. J. N. Simpson 48). ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played at home on Saturday, 3rd May. Result: Drawn. Bradford G.S. 154 fo 9. St. Peter's 194 for 6 dec. Batting first the School made a fairly large total, but it was not until A. Precious (51) batted, that runs came freely. All the other batsmen seemed set for a good score and then got out. Facing a difficult target, Bradford G.S. lost three early wickets, but recovered well through S. Hewitt (56) and G. Fitzpatrick (33). At one point they were getting into a winning position, but when both were dismissed, Bradford ended up saving the game at 154 for 9. For the School, C. J. Stubbs (5 for 41) bowled impressively and received useful support from M. W. Johnston (3 for 49). ST. PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 7th May. Result: Drawn. M.C.C. 175 for 3 dec. (P. Baines 76, A. Moor 54 not out). St. Peter's 157 for 7 (I. Hindhaugh 48, A. Precious 32). ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 14th May. Result: Drawn. Craven Gentlemen C.C. 178 for 4 dec. (P. Fitton 51, R. Schofield 49). St. Peter's 128 for 8.

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ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played away on Saturday, 17th May. Result: Drawn. St. Peter's 138 for 6. Worksop 173 for 9 dec. Worksop made a very good start through N. Cooke (58) and P. Wheeler (41). On an easy pitch, the later batsmen failed to capitalize on this start and Worksop progressed rather uncertainly to 173 for 9 dec. After the loss of two early wickets, the School became bogged down and got so far behind the run rate that the later batsmen were unable to put things right. I. Hindhaugh and N. Chapman, both 27, were the top scorers, whilst R. Wall (3 for 36) bowled well for Worksop. ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 21st May. Result: Drawn. York C.C. 179 for 2 dec. (D. Prest 66, L. Barker 49 not out). St. Peter's 77 for 7 (F. Mason 4 for 26). ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 28th May. Result: Drawn. The Forty Club 152 for 4 dec. (P. Jackson 70 not out). St. Peter's 103 for 5 (A. J. N. Simpson 44, A. M. Precious 41 not out). ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 31st May. Result: Drawn. Sedbergh 55 for 8. St. Peter's 134 for 5 dec. In a game affected by rain throughout the day the School did well to recover from 4 for 2 to reach 134 for 5 dec. D. Noyes (50) and A. Precious (44 not out) played fine innings against some hostile fast bowling by N. Meadows (3 for 57). With little time to win the match, Sedbergh lost early wickets in attempting to score quick runs and ended the match hanging on for a draw at 55 for 8. For the School, C. J. Stubbs (5 for 25) bowled very well and the fielding was outstanding. Both teams deserved great credit for playing an interesting match in appalling conditions. ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 7th June. Result: Won by 119 runs. Giggleswick 71. St. Peter's 190 for 6 dec. Batting first, the School lost both openers cheaply, but I. Hindhaugh (40) and J. Wright (20) staged a recovery. A Precious (43) batted excellently, but when he was dismissed, the School was struggling at 138 for 6. A very promising innings by P. Burdass (36 not out) supported by J. Dodman (23 not out) enabled the School to declare at 190 for 6. In reply, Giggleswick lost early wickets to C. Stubbs (5 for 25) and never recovered. The middle order survived for some time, but eventually M. Johnston (5 for 28) broke through and he and Stubbs took the last four wickets for one run. ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 21st June. Result: Won by 100 runs. Durham 90. St. Peter's 190. The School had a convincing 100 runs victory against Durham School, but not without serious problems early in the match. Batting first, the School lost wickets steadily to the seam attack of M. Fletcher (3 for 35) and J. Thompson (3 for 50). Of the early batsmen only C. Stubbs (31) and A. Precious (37) played with confidence. With the score at 75 for 6 Durham were well on top, but they were unable to cope with a superb innings of 84 not out by N. Chapman. The innings included 4 sixes and 9 fours and transformed the game. Durham made a sound start,but once the opening stand was broken, the innings collapsed to the School's pace bowlers, J. Simpson (4 for 15) and C. Stubbs (3 for 31). The School's fielding with I. Hindhaugh brilliant at cover and N. Chapman in good form as wicket-keeper was of a high standard. ST. PETER'S v. POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 28th June. Result: Lost by 112 runs. St. Peter's 70. Pocklington 182 for 5 dec. Pocklington recovered well from 31 for 3 to declare at 182 for 5. All the batsmen played aggressively, particularly M. Townend (35), P. East (52 not out) and M. Brown (45 not out). Of the School's bowlers only A. M. Precious (4 for 32) posed serious problems. When the School batted, C. J. Stubbs (22) played well but no-one else played with any conviction. Most were dismissed through bad shots and only one other batsman reached double figures. The total of 70 represented a performance best forgotten. The Pocklington captain, A. Shanks had the outstanding figures of 8 for 29 and was well supported by his fielders. ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 5th July. Result: Won by 8 wickets. St. Peter's 48 for 2. Bootham 47. Bootham School never recovered from a disastrous start of 11 for 4. J. Dowell (17) batted with determination, but no-one else was able to make any impact. For the School, A. Precious (5 for 15) was the main wicket taker. Eventually after 43 overs, Bootham were dismissed for 47. In reply, the School struggled against some promising pace bowling by H. Metcalfe (2 for 13), but lost only two wickets in winning the match.

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ST. PETER'S v. SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 9th July. Result: Drawn. Saints C.C. 215 for 4 dec. (J. Wigley 76, J. Henderson 72). St. Peter's 111 for 9 (D. M. Noyes 37, M. Cooke 4 for 25). ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 11th and 12th July. Result: Drawn. St. Peter's 153 and 172 for 7 dec. Old Peterites 133 for 3 dec. and 135 for 9. The School's first innings of 153 was not impressive, although A. J. N. Simpson (48) played some fine shots. For the Old Peterites, P. Clare (3 for 59) and J. Eatough (3 for 27) were the main wickettakers. The Old Peterites first innings of 133 for 3 dec. was dominated by D. Sim (64) with good support from R. Harding (39 not out) and J. Richardson (24). On the second day, the School was able to declare as 172 for 7, thanks to a splendid undefeated century by C.J. Stubbs (106 not out). J. Eatough (4 for 57) again bowled well. Chasing a formidable total, the Old Peterites started very slowly against steady seam bowling and then lost wickets to the spinners, especially M. W. Johnston (5 for 44). C. W. Burdass (53) hit the ball hard, but no other batsmen was able to build a big innings and the Old Peterites ended up saving the game at 135 for 9. ST. PETER'S v. WILLIAM HULME'S G.S. Played at Sutton Valence on Tuesday, 15th July. Result: Won by 8 wickets. William Hulme's G.S. 81. St. Peter's 84 for 2. After a delayed start, William Hulme's G.S. started quite well with D. Wright scoring 24, but the later batsmen struggled against some fine bowling by A. M. Precious (6 for 31 in 23 ove s), supported by M. W. Johnston (3 for 33) and they were dismissed for 81. The School lost an early wicket, but D. Noyes (25 not out) and J. Dodman (26) took the score — very slowly — to 53. Then I. Hindhaugh (23 not out) hit five boundaries to show that the wicket was not as difficult as it had seemed. ST. PETER'S v. KING'S SCHOOL, ROCHESTER Played at Rochester on Wednesday, 16th July. Result: Won by 4 wickets. King's, Rochester 129. St. Peter's 130 for 6. King's lost an early wicket, but progressed well in the pre-lunch session largely through a fine innings by D. Raye (70). However, when he was out, the innings collapsed quickly to the left-arm spinners, M. W. Johnston (5 for 41) and R. J. Kirby (3 for 25). In fact the last seven wickets fell for only nine runs. The School's innings was held together by E. F. J. Wright (35) against some tight bowling by M. Fairbank (3 for 62) and J. Cornett (2 for 38). A good innings by A. M. Precious (43) took the School to a well earned victory. ST. PETER'S v. SUTTON VALENCE SCHOOL Played at Sutton Valence on Thursday, 17th July. Result: Lost by I run. Sutton Valence 117 for 9 dec. St. Peter's 116. The School finished the season in an unsatisfactory match against Sutton Valence. Batting first, Sutton Valence struggled all the time against C. J. Stubbs (4 for 29 in 20 ovens) and A. M. Precious (2 for 38 in 25 overs). Unfortunately these two bowlers were given little support by the fielders. An opening stand of 52 seemed to have set the School on the way to victory, but the middle order committed batting suicide and only C. J. Stubbs (54) applied himself properly. The least said about the rest of the match the better, the School lost by one run, despite a fine effort by J. R. Dodman.

SECOND XI The team was unbeaten and all credit to them for that, especially at Bradford and Pocklington, where they kept their nerve and denied the opposition success, at Bradford by tight bowling and excellent fielding, at Pocklington by cautious batting. Some draws were very much in the team's favour and the fact that the batting was generally stronger than the bowling meant that both Selby and Giggleswick were able to fend off the attack of the bowlers until the wickets were drawn. That said, the bowlers on occasion measured up to their task very well, and Dibb, Prest and Taylor all took four or more wickets in a match. The batting was, when necessary, adequately defensive and equally aggressive at other times, Hobson, Lister, Taylor and Willink all passing their fifty in an innings. The team always set out to win and played some attractive cricket in doing so, both at the wicket and in the field. Morale was high and this was in no small measure due to the captain, Andrew Taylor, who by his example and encouragement gave a fine lead to the team. He was well backed up by the senior members. 120

SUMMARY OF RESULTS Date

3rd May 17th May 21st May 31st May 7th June 14th June 21st June 28th June 5th July

Opponents • • Bradford G.S. • • Worksop College Selby G.S. 1st XI • • Pocklington School Giggleswick School Ampleforth College • • Durham School Pocklington School • • Bootham School

Ground

Away • • Away • • Home • • Home • . Away • • Home • • Away • • Away • • Home ••

Result

School

Opponents

166 for 7 Drawn 168 for 6 dec. 95 212 for 5 dec. Won 87 for 8 Drawn 156 for 9 dec. Match cancelled due to rain. 48 for 7 Drawn 152 for 6 dec. Match cancelled due to rain. 134 for 9 148 Drawn 137 for 6 dec. 106 for 9 Drawn 58 157 for 1 dec. Won

P.G.C.

SENIOR COLTS CRICKET REVIEW The Senior Colts have had a good season without it being outstanding. Four matches were won, three drawn and two lost. Of the two lost, it was a case of good bowling against low scores due to thoughtless batting. The batting on the whole lacked consistency. Good batsmen were often out to the same shot. They either did not listen or if they did, they did not learn. Those who worked hard at their batting made noticeable progress, none more so than Tony Smith who by the end of the season looked a fine prospect. The bowling was generally accurate after the first match. Peter Atkinson generated a lot of pace and with greater accuracy should do well on Game I. Whilst David Thomas was often the most penetrating of the seam bowlers, Sean Gorman bowled a good line and length with his off spin, whilst Andrew Stubbs the captain, although being able to spin the ball prodigiously at times needs to work on a more rhythmic run-up and delivery if his full potential is to be achieved. The poorest aspect of play was often the fielding With the exception of Tony Smith, Sean Gorman and Andrew Stubbs, the ground fielding lacked sharpness with the opposition rarely being preoccupied about the fear of being run-out in taking a quick single. Too many players also dropped relatively easy catches at crucial times. It was unfortunate that we had such a wet second half of the school term. Virtually the whole of June and early July was played on rain affected wickets. Two matches were cancelled, one against Ampleforth when the pitch was unplayable on the morning of the match, the other against Oakwood who decided not to travel because it was raining in Rotherham and the weather forecast was not promising for York! If all our decisions to play were based on weather forecasts would we ever get started ? The first match of the season saw the School dismissed for 59 runs on a pitch more suited to rugby than cricket. Only Peter Atkinson and Andrew Forman reached double figures. In reply Bradford lost six wickets in overhauling St. Peter's total, but with more accurate bowling the match would have been a closer affair. A much improved bowling display in the next match against Worksop by David Thomas and Fraser Topham allowed the School to coast home by nine wickets, with the former accompanied by Sean Gorman putting on sixty runs for an unbeaten second wicket partnership. After half term the School entertained Manchester Schools and after a superb innings of 79 by Patrick Burdass, the opposition were set 161 runs to win in two hours. Loose bowling and sloppy fielding allowed Manchester to keep up with the clock until the last few overs when suicidal running between the wickets forced them eventually to play out a draw. The match against Sedbergh was played in persistent rain throughout but the opposition showed remarkable accuracy in bowling out the School for 52 runs with a very soggy ball. The School responded with similar accuracy and not until the final over was their total passed with Sedbergh's last pair at the wicket. 121

The following week at Giggleswick produced another exciting finishs With thunderstorms enveloping the ground Mark Adeney and Andrew Stubbs produced an enterprising fifth wicket partnership to surpass Giggleswick'. declaration with only a few balls remaining. Some fine batting by the first three Hymers' batsmen allowed them to eventually declare at 162 for 5. In reply, the School got off to a slow start and a draw was always the probable result despite an aggressive unbeaten 41 runs by Peter Atkinson hit in only 23 minutes. A comfortable victory against Bootham in which Jeremy Barrett hit an unbeaten 4o runs, was followed by a draw at home against Durham in an undistinguished game in which both batting and bowling were below par. The match against Pocklington was expected to be a close game. The School made a sound start on a slow, difficult wicket with Tony Smith producing his best innings of the season. The middle order batsmen were soon out attempting to accelerate the scoring and it was up to the later batsmen to glean runs where they could against some very accurate bowling. In reply, Pocklington to their credit went for a win until almost the end, but a superb delivery by David Thomas won the match with the first ball of the final over. My thanks are due to Andrew Stubbs on the efficient and cheerful way he led the side, to William Ledger for scoring and to the support of many parents both at home and away, it was much appreciated. The team was selected from: A. Stubbs (capt.), S. Gorman*, D. Thomas*, M. Adeney, P. Atkinson, A. Smith, J. Barrett, A. Forman, C. James, F. Topham, C. Bradley, N. Linton and J. Muirhead. * Awarded colours. SENIOR COLTS RESULTS Saturday, 3rd May St. Peter's 59 (P. J. Atkinson 24). Bradford G.S. 61 for 6 (P. J. Atkinson 3 for 11). Saturday, 17th May Worksop 74 (D. W. Thomas 3 for 18; F. J. Topham 4 for 18). St. Peter's 78 for 1 (D. W. Thomas 25 not out; S. R. Gorman 41 not out). Wednesday, 28th May St. Peter's 160 for 9 dec. (S. P. Burdass 79). Manchester Schools' C.A. 151 for 8 (P. J. Atkinson 3 for 41). Saturday, 31st May St. Peter's 52. Sedbergh 53 for 9 (P. J. Atkinson 4 for 24; D. W. Thomas 5 for 25). Saturday, 7th June Giggleswick 129 for 9 dec. (D. W. Thomas 4 for 25; S. R. Gorman 3 for 24). St. Peter's 130 for 4 (D. W. Thomas 30; S. R. Gorman 26; M. H. Adeney 26 not out, A. J. Stubbs 34 not out). Wednesday, 11th June Hymers 162 for 5 dec. (A. J. Stubbs 3 for 44). St. Peter's 114 for 4 (D. W. Thomas 22; S. R. Gorman 38; P. J. Atkinson 41 not out). Saturday, 14th June St. Peter's v. Ampleforth — match cancelled on account of the weather. Wednesday, 18th June St. Peter's 157 for 5 (P. J. Atkinson 24; M. H. Adeney 26; J. L. Barrett 40 not out). Bootham 55 (P. J. Atkinson 3 for 10; D. W. Thomas 3 for 23; A. J. Stubbs 3 for 18). Saturday, 21st June Durham 134 (P. J. Atkinson 4 for 69; D. W. Thomas 3 for 25). St. Peter's 88 for 6 (S. R. Gorman 29). Saturday, 28th June St. Peter's 102 for 9 dec. (D. W. Thomas 24; A. G. Smith 37). Pocklington 83 (D. W. Thomas 5 for 33, A. J. Stubbs 3 for 36). Wednesday, 9th July St. Peter's v. Oakwood — match cancelled on account of the opposition!

J.W.R.H.

JUNIOR COLTS XI The Junior Colts enjoyed a most successful season, winning five of their eight matches and losing only to Bradford G.S. in the first match of the season. The most noticeable characteristic of the team was their willingness to learn from their mistakes. The elementary lessons of avoiding bowling short on a slow wicket and putting the team's survival above personal ambition were learned against Bradford and the latter lesson was greatly valued in a dis122

appointing match against Pocklington when we sorely missed the bowling and batting of the injured skipper, Billy Hughes. The bowling was varied, with the hostile Jeremy Atkinson and the offcutters of Billy Hughes being particularly penetrating. James White and Peter Jacques bowled steadily and both are learning the need to bowl accurately, especially when the opposition are batting well. Giles Robinson and Robert Gardner, the two off-spinners did not bowl as much as I would have liked. Robert especially turns the ball considerably and both are learning how fatal it is to bowl a bad ball, and the art of varying flight, line and speed. It was a permanent source of difficulty getting the correct batting order. Everyone could bat adequately — perhaps the best example is that Paul Chapman was down to go in last at Durham and opened the innings in the next match. Jeremy Atkinson's ability to hit aggressively was always a danger to the opposition — his 6o not out at Durham was hit in 5o minutes and included 4 sixes and 6 fours. This is not to say the batting was totally reliant on him — Richard Duffield, Billy Hughes and Giles Robinson also had scores over 4o with many others hitting useful runs. The fielding improved immensely as the season progressed. Jonathan Pawson developed into a very safe wicket keeper, especially against quicker bowling. The ground fielding and throwing was especially good, with Giles Robinson and James White being outstanding in the covers. We badly missed having a specialist slip fielder, but with this exception most of the catches were held. Overall then, an enjoyable season, with all members of the team contributing to the success and having the satisfaction of seeing their individual performances improve. Finally my thanks to Billy Hughes for being such a reliable captain and to Richard Fawthrop for his scoring. The squad consisted of: Billy Hughes, Jeremy Atkinson, Giles Robinson, Richard Duffield, Peter Jacques, Jonathan Pawson, Andrew Millard, Tom Nichols, James White, Simon Cole, Robert Gardner, Paul Chapman, David Wombell and Matthew Wise. I.J.A.

RESULTS Lost by 56 runs. Bradford G.S. (Home). Bradford 215 for 3 dec. St. Peter's 159 (Duffield 43; Hughes 36; Jacques 26). Nunthorpe G.S. (Away). Won by 9 runs. St. Peter's 101 for 5 (23 overs). (Pawson 33, Millard 23; White 20 not out). Nunthorpe 92 for 4 (23 overt). Worksop College (Home). Won by 57 runs. St. Peter's 123 (Atkinson 50; Hughes 31). Worksop 66 (Hughes 4 for 12; Jacques 3 for 6). Won by 79 runs. Silcoates (Away). St. Peter's 179 for 1 dec. (Hughes 92 not out; Robinson 73 not out). Silcoates 100 (Robinson 4 for 19; Hughes 3 for 20). Match Drawn. Giggleswick (Home). St. Peter's 145 for 8 dec. (Robinson 47 not out). Giggleswick 88 for 8. Won by 5 wickets. Hymers College (Home). Hymers 89 (Atkinson 4 for 33; Hughes 3 for 36). St. Peter's 92 for 5 (Atkinson 27; Duffield 21; Jacques 21 not out). Durham School (Away). Won by 8 wickets. Durham 88 (Hughes 3 for 24; Robinson 3 for 15). St. Peter's 91 for 2 (Atkinson 60 not out; Robinson 26 not out). Pocklington (Away). Match Drawn. Pocklington 159 for 4 dec. (Atkinson 3 for 36). St. Peter's 116 for 9 (Atkinson 24; Pawson 23).

Uz5 'B' XI On the face of it, the statistics (Played 5, Won 4, Lost 1) imply a successful season. The one defeat was, perhaps, the most significant match. Set a very reasonable target by Worksop, the batting collapsed. The team as a whole learnt that even at 'EV level it is important for batsmen to build an innings 123

rather than have a quick swing and be out nearly as quickly. The matches against Silcoates and Hymers showed that this lesson was not only learnt, it was also applied. The Nunthorpe game, a twenty overs affair, was won more by luck than judgement and Pocklington were effectively beaten in the first half hour by a fine stand between Linton and Bradley. The bowling throughout the season was competitive although not always accurate - most teams had a hard time scoring at any reasonable rate. Several players in the side could make a reasonable contribution to cricket in the Senior sides if they are willing to take the game seriously and work at their performance. The team was selected from: R. Bond (capt.), C. Bradley, J. Muirhead, C. Powell, R. Ellis, B. Skrentny, I. Gilliat, C. Shaw, C. Gibson, E. Chantry, T. Hyde, N. Linton, and A. Taylor. Also played: P. Atkinson and F. Topham. D.J.R. SENIOR COLTS "B" XI RESULTS Wednesday, 7th May St. Peter's 74 (C. Powell 22). Nunthorpe G.A. "A" XI 70 (B. Skrentny 5 for 7). Saturday, 17th May Worksop 98 (C. Powell 4 for 7). St. Peter's 85. Wednesday, 21st May Silcoates "A" XI 93 (J. Muirhead 5 for 17). St. Peter's 97 for 5 (J. Muirhead 27). Wednesday, 11th June St. Peter's 142 for 6 dec. (C. Powell 39; T. Hyde 31). Hymens 75 (C. Bradley 5 for 37). Wednesday, 18th June St. Peter's 111 (N. Linton 27; C. Bradley 25; C. Shaw 20). Pocklington 95 (C. Bradley 4 for 21; C. Powell 3 for 33).

INTER-HOUSE CRICKET SENIOR COMPETITION

1st Round:

Queen's 133 (M. Johnston 74). Temple 116 (J. Dodman 42, J. M. Hall 27. M. Johnston 6 for 55). Manor 14 (A. Stubbs 3 for 5; A. Precious 7 for 6). Dronfield 15 for 0. Grove 248 for 5 (J. Simpson 97; J. Wright 47; R. Liddle 39). Rise 145 for 5 (C. Hobson 24; R. Lister 29; S. Gorman 43 not out).

Semi-Finals:

Queen's 29 (C. Stubbs 6 for 9; A. Precious 4 for 12). Dronfield 34 for 1. School House 101 (I. Hindhaugh 24; R. Dibb 24. R. Kirby 6 for 67). Grove 103 for 4 (J. Wright 46 not out; M. Willink 28).

Final:

Grove 71 for 9 (J. Wright 34; C. Stubbs 3 for 25; A. Precious 5 for 25). Dronfield 73 for 3 (C. Stubbs 46 not out).

JUNIOR COMPETITION 1st Round:

Dronfield 178 for 3 (A. Stubbs 121 not out). Grove 35 (A. Stubbs 4 for 10; P. Jacques 4 for 14). School House 204 for 8 (J. Muirhead 67; M. Adeney 34; C. Shaw 39; A. Forman 39. P. Chapman 5 for 36). Queen's 91 (P. Chapman 25; J. Muirhead 6 for 12, including a hat trick). Rise 165 for 2 (S. Gorman 104). Temple 92 (J. P. Atkinson 63. S. Gorman 7 for 46).

Semi-Finals:

School House 59 (F. Topham 27; P. Jacques 5 for 31). Dronfield 19 (A. Forman 4 for 3; J. Muirhead 4 for 4). Manor 80 (A. Millard 25; D. Thomas 4 for 34; S. Gorman 5 for 38). Rise 81 for 3 (S. Gorman 40).

Final:

School House 61 (R. Linton 35; D. Thomas 5 for 22; S. Gorman 5 for 38). Rise 65 for 4 (A. Smith 33 not out. A. Forman 3 for 23, including a hat trick).

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SQUASH 1979-80 The season for the 1st V fell into two distinct halves. Before Christmas, although winning five matches against moderate sides, they did not fulfil the promise shown last year. However, after January only one match was lost and that 2-3 with an experimental side containing only two regular players. We stood at the bottom of the York and District League, Division 1, at Christmas and at the end of the season had risen to third place. The best result against another school was our narrow win over Barnard Castle, who were beaten finalists in the Premiere Products National K.O. tournament. All of the team members played their part in the excellent results, and it was pleasing to see them realise their potential. At Colts level, several of the Fourth Form showed that if they are prepared to play as often as they can, and gain from match experience, then they have the ability to develop into very good players. Peter Burdass Captain: A. P. Burdass. Colours: A. P. Burdass, A. B. Tuck, J. R. J. McCarter, M. J. H. Moodie, T. C. Stephenson and R. N. J. Schofield. Lost 12. Won 12. First team results: Drawn I. Lost 9. Won 13. Others: The following also represented the School in three or more matches : • J. Atkinson, J. Barrett, R. Bond, J. Bowden, P. Chapman, A. P. Copley, N. Hopton, J. Muirhead, A. Smith and J. White.

TENNIS Over the last two seasons tennis has really established itself as a major sport in the school's sporting curriculum. There have been more and more people playing tennis as a full-time option and the standards of play are ever improving. This year in particular team selection was difficult with such a broad field of talented players. The season's results are evidence of the high standards achieved. In yet another excellent season the 1st VI won six of their seven matches and lost only one whilst the znd VI were unbeaten in their five fixtures. (Fixtures against Pocklington and Ampleforth had to be cancelled.) Four of the first team members were also members of last year's 1st VI and it is remarkable to note that they have suffered only the one defeat over two seasons. 125

This season opened at Roundhay, Leeds, where both first and second teams scored convincing victories. (8—i and 8+ 1 respectively.) Only a handful of games were lost and this represented a very good start to the season. The only defeat of the season came in the next fixture against Leeds Grammar School (1st VI home, znd VI away). It may have been that the contrast between this and the first match was too great so early in the season, but Leeds were undisputedly the better side on the day and many unforced errors by the 1st VI players threw chances away. Although many sets were fiercely contested (there were five tie-breaks played) the first team lost 61-1. The second team were a little more fortunate gaining a 41-41 draw in a match where six tie-breaks were played, five of which were won. In the triangular match against Barnard Castle and Ashville, four matches were won and two halved to give the school a convincing 2+-i victory over each school. There was some very good steady play in this match in conditions which were far from ideal; Nicholas Adams was brought in to play for the first team and the scratch partnership between Graeme Thornberry and Nicholas Adams worked well. A resounding 7-3 victory was scored by the 1st VI over a good Worksop side in another hard fought match, a victory being won over a strong wind as well as the opponents. The second team had an equally good victory winning 61 points to 2+. In the next match against Bootham it was encouraging to see the introduction of another player, David Kean into the second team. He and Andrew Tuck won all their matches as did Tim Blackburn and Ian Cramb to help the side along to a commendable 8-1 victory. The first team had a narrower 51 31 win, Graeme Thornberry and Graham Cole retrieving a vital 2+ out of 3 points in their games. Against Archbishop Holgate's (home) it was the first pair combination of Howard Bilton and Andrew Kershaw who held the team together, winning 21 of the 6 points gained by the team. Much the same was true of the fixture against Scarborough where the first pair played a vital part in gaining victory; Ian Cramb who was introduced into the first team for this fixture played very well. The increase in the number of girls in the School has been accompanied by a corresponding rise in interest in tennis, and a higher standard of play. This year much of the internal tennis played has been very competitive, and the girls team competed with some success in the York and District Team Tennis League. Those representing the School were : Claire Lockey, Miriam Smith, Sally Shuttleworth, Rachel Smith and Mandy Boorman. In conclusion one can only say "sorry" to the many good players who did not get a chance to play team tennis this year. With five of the 1st VI players members from the MVI, one can, however, expect an array of new faces next season when the chances of success look equally good. Many thanks to Mr. Lee and Mr. Hirst for their organisation of school tennis this term and to Mr. Taylor and Mr. Walls for their valuable help. Regular first and second team players were as follows : 1st VI: Howard Bilton, Andrew Kershaw, Graeme Thornberry, Graham Cole, Peter Burdass and John Ludley. 2nd VI : Nicolas Adams, Andrew Tuck, Ian Cramb, Timothy Blackburn, Ian Wilson and Timothy Kaner. Graham Cole. -

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WATER POLO A combination of skill and enthusiasm made possible a successful and enjoyable season. The senior team was fortunate in that it retained the majority of its experienced players from last season. A sound defence consisting of Duncan Fallow, Nick Adams and Cliff Irwin complemented another out126

standing season by Graeme Thornberry in goal. In mid-field the precise ball distribution of Mike Johnston and Ian Hindhaugh made possible prolific goal scoring on many occasions and allowed Andrew Kershaw favourable opportunities to show his potential in attack. The team owes its thanks to Marc Gee, Adam Brown, Kevin Clarkson and Mike Reed for their contributions. Always a problem in the early part of the season, the lack of fitness and match practice made success at the Regional Club Championships at Ampleforth beyond the reach of a spirited performance. The team beat Dewsbury to earn a place in the semi-final against Halifax where it lost by a narrow margin. Later in the term the team was unlucky to hold to a draw by Rishworth, but then showed determination in an overwhelming defeat of Ampleforth. Early in the summer term at the England Schools Regional Water Polo Championships, the team was undefeated but for the third consecutive year were runners-up, this time by goal difference alone. The team drew with Doncaster G.S. and Rishworth but recorded wins over Salendine Nook and Bradford G.S. Some of the players are able to support York Water Polo Club with their Junior fixtures and from this a greater association will hopefully be built. Many thanks finally to the club's vociferous supporters and Mr. John Owen-Barnett for his often unacknowledged and unseen organisation and help. C. Irwin and M. J. Johnston.

FENCING This year the Fencing Club has had mixed fortunes; while our Seniors have achieved an exceptionally good standard in competition, our numbers are still small. However, with fencing now on Tuesdays and Thursdays we hope a return to the "come and have a go" tradition of a few years back will bring more Juniors into the club. The year started quietly, with all club members in various states of training for the new season. At half-term we were sorry to lose our coach, Mr. Norman Millar. In his five terms at the school he has done a lot for fencing, and we wish him well in the future. His departure left us to organize our own training until the Christmas break, but in early November came our first success when Jon Moore, Kit Bird, Steven Giddings and Martin Hall took the first four places in the Yorkshire U.18 Epée, with an Olavite, David Caulderhead, winning the U.i6. At the start of the Easter term we were all delighted to welcome Mr. Anthony Power as school coach, especially those of us who had fenced with his father. An ex-British Foil Champion, Mr. Power stepped in at very short notice, and we are very grateful to him for this. As February came, and the season approached its peak, results went from good to better; Kit Bird and Jon Moore were second and fifth respectively in the Yorkshire Junior Epée, while in the Yorkshire Novice Foil Kit Bird was first with Martin Hall fourth. The club then went on to win the Yorkshire U.18 team Foil and Jon Moore, Kit Bird and Martin Hall all fenced for the York Senior team in several matches. At Easter came the major event of our fencing calendar; the Public Schools Fencing Championships. A good overall performance put St. Peter's eighth out of the 35 schools competing, while on the individual side Martin Hall fenced excellently to come third in the Senior Foil. Chris Drury also did very well, reaching the semi-finals of both the U.16 foil and epee. Both Hall and Drury were subsequently awarded School Colours. In the Summer term, with competitive fencing behind us, we nevertheless managed to keep busy. On the Scanner Appeal day the club challenged members of the public to mini-duals: some Peterites proved to have a natural (and 127

aggressive!) talent. During the last fortnight of term a Junior St. Peter's team beat a team from the Mount School o-6 (despite being outnumbered in supporters). A rather hurried House match was won by Temple, while Chris Drury defeated all four Sixth Formers in a nerve-racking individu al competition. Finally, my best wishes for the future go to all school fencers, especially Martin Hall, who takes over from me as captain. C.J.E.B.

BRISTOL LETTER Mid-Nov. Week, 31st June, 1980. After three years we've eventually produced the long-awaited Bristol letter! No O.P. dinners have been held this year, but we think all are alive and well, except for Dave Young (Grove 71-76) whom no one has ever been too sure about. However, it is rumoured that he has graced the Polytechnic with his presence, and has shone as a co-editor of the Bristol Student newspaper and part-time underground musician. Having just graduated in Human Studies, we eagerly await news of his next move. After extensive Antipodean travels Steven Bruce-Jones (Manor 71-76) has had a ruthlessly efficient three years in which he has presided over the renowned Geographical Society, appeared as a leading light in various operatic productions, and battled arduously on the rugby field for various reputable institutions. He leaves us this year to take up a trainee managerial post with Rio Tinto Zinc, having just survived a year of cohabitation with Graham Nicholson (School 71-76). The latter has captained the University squash team to unparalleled heights, but his talents are to be lost this year when he dons his 'wellies' to become a real-life civil engineer with Redpath Dorman Long Contracting. He parts company with two other regular CAMRA connoisseurs in the squash club, John Lethem (Queen's 73-78), next year's captain and devotee of expensive restaurants, and James Larcombe (School 71-76), both of whom are budding quacks. James Larcombe, in his capacity as treasurer of the club, has unexplainedly managed to finance trips to Switzerland to the Open Squash Championships for certain O.P. members (with a little time off for a spot of skiing, of course!) Having almost caused a local bus strike as Athletic Union Transport Co-ordinator he has now resorted to shooting space invaders in the local hostelry. Paul Atkinson (Temple 71-76), ex-cohabitor of the aforementioned Larcombe, rose to the heights of public life last year as editor of the University's Student Prospectus, but has now retired to the world of academic study from which he regularly emerges in the early hours of the morning. He graduates in English Literature this year and describes his future as "uncertain". His brother, Simon Atkinson (Temple 68-73) adds his own personal touch of maturity to our ranks. A respectable accountant, once a mainstay of the "Cambridge Letter", he is now more accustomed to being seen "after-hours". Brian Kay (Dronfield 71-76) another student of English, part-time philosopher and collector of wayside "objets d'art", leaves us this year for a position with the "Yorkshire Evening Post" as a journalist. Our other final year student is Paddy "Stirling Moss" Smith (Manor 72-77), renowned rally-driver and capable economist, who takes a sojourn in Australia next year. Patrick Crowley (Dronfield 74-79), operatic superstar and political activist has already made his presence felt in his first year. When asked, he denied modelling himself on Gatiss (Trinity College, Cambridge 77-8o). 128

John Aldridge (Queen's 73-78) studies Civil Engineering here, and it has been rumoured that the now infamous Jeremy Storey (School 74-79) also frequents our "Hallowed Halls". As always, we look forward to accepting many more Oxbridge rejects to swell our ranks in the coming year. Perhaps we might even manage an O.P. Dinner. The Bristol Old Peterites.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER May Week, 1980. This year has been marked by rather fewer formal O.P. gatherings than of late : the now traditional Guy Fawkes Meeting was well attended, but two subsequent dinners were more sparsely attended — symptomatic, perhaps, of the inefficiency of the post-Harrison era. Senior O.P. is still Richard Sharpe (Temple, 1967-72), now an M.A. and agony columnist of the popular journal "Eriu". He is secretary of the Trinity Lake Hunt — which, given that it takes place in the Lake District, would hardly seem to tax the brains of one currently preparing the Coles Notes on the palaeographical aspects of the Patrician documents of Armagh. Fellow Ph.D. student Richard Harland (Manor, 1968-73) is also completing his thesis this year, and is being exported to Seattle, USA, to undertake further research. Of third-year men, Chris Hirst (Temple, 5971-6), after vane (sic.) attempts to achieve notoriety in York, has contented himself with carrying off the British Orienteering Championship and a Newnham girl, and is now returning to the army. Chris Harland (Manor, 1971-6) is also a national champion, this time in squash, in which he is captain of the blues team. His attempts to provide the Master of Clare with home-brew through a special tap in the ceiling of the latter's study were not well received, and his First in Part II Medicine was only grudgingly handed over. Julian Turner (Queen's, 1971-6), in keeping with the image described in previous years' letters, has given up beer for cocktails. He finds straw beds more amenable than Magdalene sheets after an evening's entertaining, and amuses his guests by bricking up doors in the middle of the night — an attempt, perhaps, to put his extensive knowledge of engineering into practical effect. This knowledge has clearly not been evident to Tripos examiners, who have conscripted him into the Nines Club. Julian also rows for Magdalene I, and describes their performance as "unlucky". Ahead of Chris Hirst in the race to the altar are Stuart Newstead (Queen's 1971-6) and Alan Heavens (Temple, 1972-7), who will be married this summer (though not to each other). Stuart is leaving behind his football, darts, cricket and hockey to make a quick escape to Yale to count his blessings on a statistics course; Alan, having taken a First in maths., is staying at Churchill to do a Ph.D. The only Peterite in politics is Howard Gatiss (Queen's, 1971-6), who denies taking Trinity College out of NUS simply to write to The Times about it, as part of a publicity stint to gain election to the Cambridge Students' Union as Ayatollan Democratic candidate. Insufficient voters saw the light, however, and Howard is limping back to Apostleship, and hopes to be discovered as the Seventy-ninth Man in years to come. His attempts to spy out the secret life of Graham Pattie (Temple, 1971-6) have been unsuccessful: the latter is either keeping a low profile or is simply underwater. Geoff Brown (Grove, 1972-7) has transferred his emotional life from May Balls to the Arts Theatre Roof Garden — more dare we not say. Duncan Fawthrop (ibid) denies having any romantic attachments and maintains that 129

his frequent visits to Girton are simply to enquire after the welfare of pioneer of Jeremy Markwick-Smith (Grove, 1973-8), who, despite being the Cazenove of Huntingdon Road, cannot find total fulfilment in Girton, and plays hockey for Christ's. Jeremy organised a dinner in the Lent Term, at which Richard Craig (Queen's, 1973-8) became intoxicated on Twix bars, and was introduced to Bin Brook, where he met a watery end. The result of this Girton "happening" was the refusal of the College to hire Jeremy a room for the Regatta Party in the Easter Term, which was eventually hosted by Richard Craig in St. John's. Few Cambridge O.P.s. were present, but those who were discovered new meaning in the word "drinkwater", and we trust that the young gentleman found the way to the boathouse in the end. Maths has not turned out to be the exhilerating subject Richard expected, and in the absence of a Chess Tripos, he is changing to Engineering. John Greaves and Phil Lancaster (both Temple, 1972-7) have taken over the University Christian Union, and maintain that their Saturday evenings run to nothing more scandalous than mass Bible reading. The former's monastic life has led him to a starred 2/ii, and he is known locally as the Archbishop ; the latter was seen deeply involved with an air bed at the now infamous Emma May Ball; he has apparently been blackmailed into sharing his coveted Wilkinson razor blades with John Healey (School House, 1973-8). John is now Captain of Rugger at Christ's, and has ended the year with an oar and an outstanding College bill of several hundred pounds, this despite a reduced buttery account following his desertion of Abbot Ale for milk. Another sportsman is Richard Collingwood-Gittins (Manor, 1973-8), who has crusaded happily towards a IIIrd in Engineering at Magdalene (a la Turner): he almost played in the final of the Cricket Cuppers but managed to get injured just in time. Simon Wetherall (Grove, 1973-8) has been unable to find rooms in College, and commutes from a field outside the city in the Catz Second Boat. With regular visits from his better half, Simon finds little time for medicine, as does Martin Turner (also Grove, 1972-7), whose particular interest is currently fever of the glands. Prasannajit de Silva (Temple, 1973-8) is happy winning Firsts in Maths and representing Trinity in its 'n'th chess team. We have had visits this year from former member of Staff David du Croz, and Andrew George (Temple, 1967-72), both collecting their MAs; of Peter Croft's activities on the night of the Trinity Matriculation Dinner, the less said the better. A. J. Varley, Esq., has continued his pilgrimages to Cambridge: this year saw him following the Clare May Ball, at which he consumed several bottles of champagne, with a good breakfast of canned beer. To our large contingent of leavers, we wish the very best of luck; we look forward to welcoming a new bunch of Freshers this Michaelmas. The Cambridge Old Peterites.

OLD PETERITE NEWS OLD PETERITE CLUB The Old Peterite Club 89th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on Saturday, 12th July and there was an attendance of 44 members. The Head Master, D. E. P. Hughes, was welcomed by the President to his first Annual General Meeting. R. F. Harding was elected President of the Club in succession to K. M. Ratcliff. D. Kirby retired as Hon. Secretary and was thanked by the President for the good work he had done for the Club over the past 16 years and a small presentation was made. 130

R. D. Harding was elected as the new Hon. Secretary. The Hon. Treasurer presented the audited accounts for the year ended 31st December, 1979, which showed the accumulated fund for the running expenses of £1,911 and that during the year 66 new members had joined. J. E. Moore was thanked for his continued good work as Hon. Treasurer of the Club. J. A. Denison, G. E. L. Graham, L. C. Le Tocq, E. M. H. Ranson and J. C. Richardson were re-elected to serve on the Committee for a further term of three years and I. U. Warrington together with N. Graham, were elected to fill vacancies thereon for three years and two years respectively. Reports were received from District Hon. Secretaries and all reported successful dinners. However, the informal buffet supper at the Black Swan, though most enjoyable, was poorly attended and it is hoped that the equivalent function on Saturday, 2nd May, 1981, will be better attended. The first mixed O.P. function at the Jasper's Country Club, Wigginton Road, designed to bring younger members together, got off to a good start and will be held again on Friday, 27th March, 1981. Regional Dinners were announced as follows :Thursday, 6th November, 198o at the Stoneleigh Hotel, West Riding: Wakefield. Friday, 7th November, 198o at the Great Western Royal London: Hotel, Paddington. Friday, 29th May, 1981 at the Bell Hotel, Driffield. East Riding • Discussion took place as to future Reunion Days being held at the School and also suitable alternatives to the tie to be worn by the girls, though nothing definite was considered.

TIES O.P. Club ties are available from the Hon. Secretary, R. D. Harding, Alcuin House, 12 The Avenue, Clifton, York. Price: £2.25.

LONDON OLD PETERITE DINNER The London Dinner of the Old Peterite Club was held at the Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, London on 2nd November, 1979. Some forty three O.P's. supported the function and this was an increase of eight compared with the previous year. Unfortunately, two O.P's. had to cry off literally at the last minute, which is understandable, but more disturbingly three failed to turn up. Your organiser/organisers work hard to make each Dinner as successful as they can and it is frustrating when invitations are ignored. The object of writing is, firstly, to persuade O.P's. to attend, and secondly, to invoke some sort of response which may kindle the flames for future occasions. Equally, the opportunity can be taken from the reply of updating addresses for the Club's records. Some 310 invitations were sent out, and 43 acceptances were received, 52 declined and about 12 had seemingly departed elsewhere and they were recorded as "gone away", "not known", "whereabouts not revealed" and other remarks which are not suitable for these pages. The result of the exercise indicated that some 66% of London O.P's. did not reply. Hopefully, when next years issue of The Peterite has been circulated a more enthusiastic response will be forthcoming. Your organiser's objective is to increase the number of O.P's. attending and it is not unrealistic to expect at least too. Those who did, appeared to enjoy the occasion, and have undertaken to contact other O.P's. Indeed, if every O.P. at this year's dinner contacted and brought along another O.P., the too mark would soon be achieved. This thought is left with you.

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We were delighted to have David Cummin, the Acting Headmaster, and David Kirby with us for the occasion, from the School. Messrs. Denison, Graham, Hanson and Ranson also managed to arrange some nefarious excuse for either the Thursday prior, or the Saturday after, in order to attend. Their presences as always are most welcome. Your organiser was scolded by Mr. Pick, (who first went to School in 1908) for not realising that to drive from Peterborough to Paddington and return after dinner was an everyday occurrence. At the dinner the President of the O.P. Club proposed the toast to the School, David Cummin replied and from what he said the School is managing to progress along the ancient and well-trodden ways. The whole evening was thoroughly enjoyable and as the age span at school stretched from 1908-1977, everyone seemed to know someone. There was also, what one might say in the engine room, a plethora of middleweights, i.e., 193o-196o, indeed well over half of the attenders came into this category. Next year the dinner will be on 7th November, 1980 at the Great Western Hotel, Paddington, and we shall have a new President and a new Headmaster to welcome and entertain. If you would care to come along but do not receive an invitation, please contact Keith Ratcliff on 04427 - 73123 (Home) or 01-821-2659 (office). Overnight accommodation at reduced rates can be arranged. In conclusion, the Club owes a great debt to Tony Short who, although he couldn't attend this year, was responsible for all the arrangements which were, as usual, first class. The following O.P's. attended:— The President (K. M. Ratcliff) The Acting Headmaster (D. G. Cummin) The Hon. Secretary (D. Kirby) V. M. Black Temple 1936-1942 Nigel Brindley Rise 1970-1975 Alan Brown Rise 1938-1942 David Burton School House 1939-1942 Richard Cawood Manor 1961-1969 Jonathan Clark Dronfield 1971-1975 John Denison Temple 1938-1942 Allan Dodds Master 1950-1964 John Dook Manor 1942-1946 Patrick Dronfield Rise 1953-1959 Hugh Fisher Rise 1975-1977 Timothy French School House 1941-1945 Earlam Graham School House 1932-1937 Nicholas Graham School House 1971-1976 James Hanson School House 1918-1922 J. M. Holt School House 1948-1953 Clive Lewis Rise 1949-1955

David Phillips Rise T. S. Pick Day Boys David Proctor Manor Colin Quickfall Grove Robert Raley Rise Michael Ranson Rise Keith Ratcliff Manor Andrew Robson Temple Jonathan Rounthwaite Temple E. C. Sedman Temple Eric Simpson Temple Jon Stone Dronfield Robert Stratton Manor David Tate Rise J. D. Taylor-Thompson Temple R. S. F. Webber School House Frank Wiseman Master Timothy Young Temple Robin Field Grove

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THE OLD PETERITE WEST RIDING DINNER The West Riding Old Peterite Dinner was held at the Stoneleigh Hotel on 8th November, 1979. The following members and guests attended: Mr. & Mrs. G. D. Parkin Mr. & Mrs. F. N. Parkin Mr. & Mrs. I. T. Parkin Mr. P. D. Woodcock Mr. & Mrs. A. R. Barrett Mr. C. W. Thompson & Guest Mr. D. G. Cummin Mr. & Mrs. S. Wroe Mr. R. Harding Mr. R. D. Harding Mr. & Mrs. H. Gration Mr. & Mrs. M. Kent

Dr. and Mrs. G. F. B. Mitchell Mr. & Mrs. A. E. Moss Mr. & Mrs. J. Rhodes Mr. & Mrs. Smith Mr. & Mrs. M. J. Poynor Mr. C. J. Watson & Guest Mr. P. Haigh-Lumby & two Guests. Mr. & Mrs. R. Peacock Mr. & Mrs. D. S. Atkinson Mr. & Mrs. J. Moore Mr. & Mrs. G. Smith

The total number of guests was forty three. A raffle was held in aid of the Development Appeal which raised £29.00. The 1980 Old Peterite Dinner will be held at the Stoneleigh Hotel, Doncaster Road, Wakefield, tel. (0924) 61598, on Thursday, 6th November, 1980. Any members wishing to attend should contact me at 69 Westgate End, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, tel. (0924) 60841, or home (0904) 256962. 132

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB EAST RIDING DINNER The East Riding Dinner was held at the Bell Hotel, Driffield on Friday, 3oth May, 1980. The toast of "The School" was proposed by the Chairman, Cohn Frank, and the Head Master responded. A special tribute was paid by the Chairman to the retiring Second Master, David Cummin, who also responded. Those present were:— A. Raylor F. Hardy M. Burdass Chairman J. Routhwaite T. Hudson R. D. Burdass (C. Frank) T. J. T. Schofield M. Jobling K. G. Chilman The Headmaster N. Shepherd R. Jobling C. A. Clegg Past President P. M. Shepherd D. P. Johnston D. Coles (P. S. Atkinson) G. M. Shuttleworth P. Megginson J. Coles Hon. Secretary C. J. Swiers W. Mcllroy D. G. Cummin (D. Kirby) N. E. Tomlinson F. N. Newdick C. C. Dee D. P. Atkinson T. G. Tomlinson D. Ogley P. A. Fenton J. S. Atkinson D. Ward R. Peacock A. C. Fenwick A. G. Black T. Ward R. D. Pexton F. T. Gooder J. C. Brown I. U. Warrington W. L. Powell P. R. Gooder D. Brownie H. Vickers J. C. M. Rayson R. D. Harding R. J. Bulcock R. F. Harding C. W. Burdass With apologies for names omitted, which has occurred when tickets have been bought for friends.

OLD PETERITE CLUB ANNUAL DINNER The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 12th July, 198o, in the School Dining Hall. The toast of "The School" was proposed by E. G. Thompson and the Head Master responded. The toast of "The Old Peterite Club" was proposed by J. B. Mortimer and the new President, R. F. Harding, responded. D. G. Cummin, the retiring Second Master, was presented with two prints and a cheque from the President in recognition of his thirty-one years' service to the School. Also in fine form he too responded. The Club is indebted to Mr. Jackson and the School Catering Staff for the excellent meal provided and a really enjoyable evening was spent by 140. Those present were:— Prest, S. Hubbard, R. H. Burn, S. M. The President Prowde, A. M. Hughes, D. J. Carmichael, W. N. (R. F. Harding) Pulleyn, R. F. Humble, J. C. Chilman, K. G. The Headmaster Quirke, D. M. A. Huntly, W. Clark, J. The Hon. Secretary Ranson, E. M. U. Hyde, J. L. Croft, P. G. (R. D. Harding) Rayson, J. C. M. Jesper, D. G. S. Cummin, D. G. The Hon. Treasurer Richardson, J. C. Jesper, N. Dawson, M. (j. E. Moore) Rigby, M. Johnston, D. P. Dele, K. Imm. Past President Roberts, A. Kaner, D. Dench, S. R. (K. M. Ratcliff) Robinson, A. C. Kent, M. J. Denison, J. A. The Bursar Roe, M. Kershaw, A. (Col. J. P. F. Abbott) Denison, J. H. Rounthwaite, J. C. Knowles, G. Denison, K. J. The Head of School Rumfitt, D. T. Le Tocq, L. C. Depledge, R. G. (J. A. McGrath) Ruddock, D. U. D. Lister, D. Garr, J. Abbott, J. Scholefield, J. Lister, D. J. Gargan, M. F. Addinall, R. Shuttleworth, G. M. Lister, S. R. Gibson, C. W. Allen, B. Simpson, A. E. Lockwood, P. A. Gillett, J. Andrew, W. Smith, W. Mackellar, W. G. Golightly, H. A. L. Atkinson, P. S. Stabler, D. Magson, N. J. Gooder, P. R. Barron, D. J. Stansfield, L. A. Marshall, H. C. Goodwin, C. W. Barrow, R. Stringer, H. Miller, T. Goodwin, I. Bainbridge, M. W. Stubbs, C. Mitchell, G. F. B. Guy, J. Barton, N. R. Tong, L. B. Morcom, C. Graham, G. E. L. Bird, C. Thompson, C. W. Morris, A. Graham, N. Bleasdale, L. Thompson, E. G. Mortimer, J. B. Hall, M. S. Brindley, R. A. Turner, J. Mortimer, W. Hamilton, D. Brook, A. Turner, J. N. C. Moss, A. E. Hanson, J. A. Brough, R. G. Varley, A. J. Neal, J. Hornby, F. B. S. Bruce-Jones, S. Ward, C. Newdick, B. M. Harris, P. L. Brown, C. Ward, C. N. Newdick, F. N. Harrison, J. P. U. Brown, E. G. Warrington, I. U. Newdick, P. A. Harrison, R. L. Brown, G. B. White, T. G. Parkin, G. D. Heap, B. R. Brown, J. C. Woolgrove, Penty, A. Hepworth, M. G. B. Brown, R. G. Woolley, C. J. Phillips, D. M. H. Hicks, J. C. Brown, S. A. Wootton, K. Plimmer, J. Hindhaugh, I. D. Burdass, C. Yeo, B. S. Potter, D. N. Hirst, D. K. Burdass, J. V. Precious, A. Holmes D. C. Burn, G. R. Unfortunately two names are not listed as their tickets were booked without the names being given.

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OLD PETERITE CLUB Officers and General Committee 198o/81 President: 1 R. F. Harding, Esq., Filmer Cottage, Bulmer, York, YO6 7BN. Past Presidents:

e J. A. Hanson, Esq., "Montclair", i i Newton Drive, Accrington, Lancashire. ■ T. J. Lewis, Esq., O.B.E., Sway Wood Paddock, Mead End Lane, Sway, Nr. Lymington, Hants. ,. F. W. B. Pacey, Esq., O.B.E., "The Cantens", Ruebery Lane, Osmotherley, Northallerton, N. Yorkshire, DL6 3PG. I C. W. Thompson, Esq., 2 Brinkburn Vale Road, Totley, Sheffield. P. S. Atkinson, Esq., "Greystones", Garton, Driffield, North Humberside. F. N. Newdick, Esq., "Talgarth", 134 York Road, Haxby, York. K. M. Ratcliff, Esq., "Dormers", 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamsted, Herts., HP4 3BN.

Vice-Presidents:

e The Headmaster, St. Peter's School, York. K. G Chilman, Esq., 71 Meadowfields Drive, Huntington Road, York.

♦ J. Dronfield, Esq., O.B.E., Askham Bryan, York, YO2 3QS.

Brigadier C. C. Fairweather, C.B., C.B.E., T.D., J.P., D.L., "The White Lodge", Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland. The Rt. Rev. M. H. Harland, D.D., "White Chimneys", Rookwood Road, West Wittering, Nr. Chichester, West Sussex.

Hon. Secretary: I R. D. Harding, Esq., Alcuin House, 12 The Avenue, Clifton, York, YO3 6AS.

Hon. Treasurer: I J. E. Moore, Esq., "Mylncroft", i Mylnhurst Road, Sheffield. District Hon. Secretaries: West Riding: G. D. Parkin, Esq., "Woodhayes", 26 Chevet Lane, Sandal, Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

1 North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, J.P., "Croft End", 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan, Lancashire, WNI 2QY.

North East: D. L. Brown, Esq., 4o Carmel Road South, Darlington. East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, Esq., "Greystones", Garton, Driffield, North Humberside.

York: R. D. Harding, Esq., Alcuin House, 12 The Avenue, Clifton, York, YO3 6AS.

Committee: P. M. Darley, Esq., II The Paddocks, Boroughbridge Road, York, YO2 6AW. J. A. Denison, Esq., Manor Court, Skelton, York. Dr. G. E. L. Graham, "Croft End", 297 Wigan Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WNt 2QY. N. R. E. Graham, Esq., "Croft End", 297 Wigan Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WNI 2QY. D. W. Grice, Esq., 86 Welham Road, Norton, Malton, North Yorkshire. M. G. B. Hepworth, Esq., 3 Hampden Street, Bishophill, York. 134

J. K. Hick, Esq., "Mole End", i Newdale, Usher Park, Haxby, York, YO3 8LN. D. C. Holmes, Esq., 18 The Avenue, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. L. C. Le Tocq, 12 St. Peter's Grove, Clifton, York. D. M. H. Phillips, Esq., Aldersley Farm, Holt, Wrexham, Clwyd, North Wales. /E. M. H. Ranson, Esq., 17 Carleton Avenue, Simonstone, Nr. Burnley, Lancs. /J. C. M. Rayson,Esq., 2 St. Olave's Road, York and St. Olave's School, York, YO3 6AB. /J. C. Richardson, Esq., 33 Berry's Road, Upper Buckleberry, Nr. Reading, Berkshire. J. C. Rounthwaite, Esq., 26 The Market Place, Mahon, North Yorkshire. D. T. Rumfitt, Esq., St. Olave's, 3oA Westfields, Richmond, North Yorkshire. D. N. Simmons, Esq., 113 The Oval, Brookfield, Middlesbrough, Cleveland. E. G. Thompson, Esq., "West Winds", 4 Moor Lane, Haxby, York. I. U. Warrington, Esq., The Old Vicarage, Pocklington, York.

BURNETT TROPHY The Old Peterite Golf Club competed for the Burnett Trophy at the York G.C. on Sunday, 13th July. A splendid afternoon was enjoyed by all in a Stableford contest over 18 holes, which was followed by food, ale and prize giving. From the 17 competitors (maximum 24), H. L. Wood (Manor 1962-66) proved that his handicap was more false than everybody else's by collecting the winning total of 37 points. R. F. Harding, Secretary O.P. Golf.

GRAFTON MORRISH TROPHY The final of the Grafton Morrish Trophy was played at Hunstanton and Brancaster Golf Clubs on 28th, 29th and 3oth September, 1979. St. Peter's beat Pocklington in the first round but, unfortunately, were knocked out by Kelvinside Academy in the second round. The following Old Boys represented the School at the finals:— A. T. Booth, G. M. Booth, R. Crowther, R. Elliot, P. J. Middlebrook, K. Ratcliff, A. Robson, J. Stone and R. Thorpe. In May, with the assistance of the 1979 Yorkshire Amateur Champion, K. Miller, the Old Boys managed to qualify at Huddersfield Golf Club. We hope to be able to field a strong team in the finals to be held during October at Hunstanton and Brancaster. The organiser of the event, Paul J. Middlebrook, would like to know of any Old Boy who has a handicap in low single figures who would be available to play in this event in future years.

The Editor, The Peterite. Sir,

14 St. Olave's Road, York. 14th July, 1980.

I should be most grateful if you would allow me, through The Peterite, to express my deep thanks to the Members of the Old Peterite Club who contributed with such astonishing generosity to the gifts that were presented to me by the President at the Dinner on 12th July. The magnificent gesture and the occasion were overwhelming, and I can only say that it has been an honour and a continuing pleasure to be involved in the life of the School and the Club, and that I look forward to many gatherings where I can maintain the friendships I have formed over the years. Yours faithfully, David Cummin. 135

NEWS OF OLD PETERITES Births LEAKE. On 21st November, 1978 at Copthorne Hospital, Shrewsbury to Christopher and Caron Leake, a daughter, Claire Louise. WOOD. To Claudie and Richard, a son, Guillaume, on 3rd May, 1980.

Engagements HIRS'F, C., to Miss Claire Littlejohn, of Cossington, Leicester.

Marriages GRICE, D. W., married Rosalind Smith on 11th August, 1979. McKENZIE, D. J., married in 1976 to Sylvia Mann. RAYMOND, D. M., married Geraldine Hyman at St. John's Wood, United Synagogue, London, N.W.8., on Thursday, 8th November, 1979. WOOD, R. A. married Mlle Claudie M-F. Dupont on 5th August, 1978 at Vaugneray.

Deaths ALDERSON, Surgeon-Captain B. R. Alderson, R.N. (ret'd) on 26th April, 198o, aged 71. (School, 1923-26). CUTFORTH, Maj.-Gen. Sir Lancelot E. Cutforth, K.B.E., c.a., R.A.O.C. (ret'd) on 7th April, 1980. (School, 1913-1917). HORNBY, Lt. Col. F. J. Hornby, R.A., 0.B.E. on 4th November, 1978. LOFTHOUSE, Maj. G. A., T.D., on 12th June, 1 974. MORRIS, Sir Philip Morris, K.C.M.G., C.B.E. on 21st November, 1979. (School, 1913-20). SAMMAN, R. A. C. on 11th December, 1979. STOUGHTON, Dr. R. H. on 9th November, 1979.

ALDERSON, G. W. A., is married with two children, James who is seven and Anna who is five. He is now a manager with Barclays Bank in Dorset. (School, 1956-61). ANFIELD, J. R., is now Assistant Director (Planning Services) of the Peak Park Joint Planning Board and is involved in the long term planning, management and conservation of the Peak Park. He has been involved with National Parks for ten years, having previously been with the Countryside Commission and the Exmoor National Park. He remains an enthusiastic amateur musician and invites any O.P's. in the Buxton area to come to the Opera House and enjoy the 1980 Festival. He is married with two children. (Queen's, 1956-61). BAKER, Maj.-General I., has recently been made G.O.C. North Eastern District and is based in York. CHILMAN, Dr. T., is a General Practitioner in Gloucestershire. He had a scientific and mathematical career in Cambridge before studying Medicine at St. Thomas' Hospital in London. He then spent ten years in various London teaching hospitals before moving to Gloucestershire in 1975. At present he is in the process of setting up advanced purpose built computerised practice premises and may market medical computers in the future. (Temple, 1953; Queen's 1954; 1948-58). COOPER, J. J., was taken ill on the day of his institution on 7th June, 1979 and withdrew acceptance of the living on medical advice. His new appointment is assistant curate of Eye with pastoral care of Occold and Redlingfield. (Queen's, 1958-1964). 136

EGGLESHAW, J. R., joined Lloyds Bank International as a project finance manager two and a half years ago. He has recently negotiated and arranged a S67o million loan for a middle eastern country and is now off to Los Angeles to set up a merchant banking operation within Lloyds Bank in California. He asks any old friends passing through L.A. to look him up, care of the Bank. (Temple, 1953-61). GODWIN, P. J., after playing guitar in many different groups and working hard for seven years, he achieved success with Sham 69 in 1979 and since then has gone on to join the group Viva which is now touring and recording. (Queen's, 1967-72). GRICE, D. W. qualified as a solicitor in February, 1979. He married Rosalind Smith, a primary school teacher. on 11th August, 1979. (School, 1967-72). HIRST, C., has been awarded the Sir Joseph Larmor's Award to final year graduates for an outstanding contribution to College and University life in all spheres. He graduated from St. John's College, Cambridge with a B.A. (Honours). FLINT, P. J., is currently a partner in a firm of Chartered Accountants in Sheffield. His wife is expecting their second child; they already have a son, James, aged two. (Rise, 1960-64). FRIDGE, N. R., has been accepted for an M.B.A. course at the prestigious Harvard Business School and starts in October. KIDD, C., has taken over as editor of Debrett's Peerage and Baronetage. Before his new appointment he was assistant editor of Debrett's rival, Burke's Peerage. He is also continuing his work as a biographer and is at present working on the life of Lady Rochford sister-in-law of Anne Boleyn. LEAKE, C. J. P., is now number two on the Daily Telegraph Industrial Desk. He had previously been the Industrial correspondent of the Wolverhampton Express and Star and then Scottish correspondent of the Daily Telegraph. (Dronfield, 1965-69). MONRO, N., has graduated from Ravensbourne College of Art and Design (London) with an Honours Degree in Graphic Design. (Rise, 1971-76). RAYMOND, D. M., writes to say that he would be pleased to hear from any O.P's. who know him and live in London. He suggests that London O.P's. who are interested in ladies joining a dinner or some such occasion, should try and organise one themselves. RODGERS, Sir John, BT., D.L. For his services to Europe, Sir John, former Minister and M.P. for Sevenoaks, has been appointed Knight Commander, First Class, of the Royal Order of the North Star by H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf, of Sweden. Sir John has also been created a Commander, First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland by the President of Finland. Sir John was, for more than ten years, a U.K. delegate to the Council of Europe where he was President of the Political Affairs Committee, Leader of the Conservatives and President of the Independent Group of Representatives. He has been given the Medal of the Council of Europe for outstanding services to Europe having already been decorated by Spain, Portugal, Belgium and Liechtenstein. Last year Sir John was made Chairman of Radio Luxembourg. WOOD, R. A., after production control work at Metal Box and sales work with the Reed Paper plastics division he has specialised in the production of industrial packaging products. He has set up a company called Plastic Coated Closures and is operating from a barn at his home. (Manor, 1957-61).

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WANTED ROGER HORSLEY writes asking if anyone has a copy of the programme for the 1927 Commemoration Day. If you have, please contact him at : "Ashbourne", School Road, Little Maplestead, Halstead, Essex. DONALD LUPTON (Grove, 1929-34) writes asking if anyone has a spare back number of Vol. XXVII, Number 273, of March, 1933. If you have please contact him at: 63 Corder Road, Ipswich, Suffolk.

OBITUARIES Maj. General Sir Lancelot E. Cutforth, K.B.E., C.B., R.A.O.C. ( 1 899198o) Major General Sir Lancelot E. Cutforth, K.B.E., C.B., R.A.O.C., had a distinguished career in the Army after being educated at St. Peter's and the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich. On leaving the Army he was Chairman of the London Area Transport Users' Consultative Committee and on the London Transport Passengers' Committee. Sir Lancelot died on 7th April, 198o at the age of 81. Sir Philip Morris, K.C.M.G., C.B.E.

The following obituary has been printed with the kind permission of "The Times". Sir Philip Morris, K.C.M.G., C.B.E., Vice-Chancellor of Bristol University 1946-66, died on 21st November at the age of 78. Philip Robert Morris was born on 6th July, 1901, the second son of M. C. Morris, an inspector of schools and a Yorkshireman. He was educated at Tonbridge School, St. Peter's, York, and Trinity College, Oxford, where he obtained a first in Modern Greats. He became a lecturer at Westminster Training College in 1923 and during his two years at Westminster qualified for the Teachers Diploma of the University of London. In 1926 he went to the Kent Education Authority as administrative officer and later became successively Deputy Director and Director of Education. He was regarded as an outstanding Director and won golden opinions for his work. In 1942 to 1944 he sat on the McNair Committee on the Training of Teachers and Youth Leaders, and was one of the minority who suggested an area training organization scheme which was later to be adopted by nearly all the universities. In 1944 Morris was chosen by Sir P. J. Grigg, Secretary of State for War, to organize and run the Army's Educational scheme. It was no sinecure: books had to be chosen (and a million and a half printed), sites found for Army Colleges, teachers collected, and adequate financial resources wrung from authority. Morris threw himself into the scheme with energy, and soon won the confidence of senior officers and civil servants and the respect of the Army Educational Corps; he was a good picker of men and the success of the scheme was due in great measure to his efforts. In 1946 with the Army release scheme well away, he was invited to be Vice-Chancellor of Bristol University. At the same time he was interviewed by the Minister of Education, Miss Ellen Wilkinson, as possible Permanent Under-Secretary to help her put the 1944 Act into operation. He had set his heart on the university, and was delighted when Sir John Maud was selected for the other post by the minister. He went to Bristol at the right moment. Sir Winston Churchill was his Chancellor, the university was ripe for expansion, and money was available. It was a task that he thoroughly enjoyed and it was an education to be taken by him round the new Engineering School, Science Laboratories, Medical School, etc. He brought to the university a number of outstanding teachers 138

and research workers, so that under his leadership Bristol became one of the leading provincial universities. He found time for many other activities. From 1946 to 1959 he was vice-chairman of the British Council, and in this capacity his wise counsel in the awarding and placing of scholarships and in the exchange of professors and lecturers between Great Britain and other countries was invaluable. He was greatly interested in broadcasting, and in 1945 persuaded Sir William Haley to organize an educational programme for the Forces with the argument that this offered the BBC an excellent opportunity to experiment with adult educational broadcasts, which the corporation would have to provide after the war. On going to Bristol he became a member of the BBC West Region Advisory Council, in 1952 he was made a governor of the BBC and in 1954 he became vice-chairman, a post he held until 1960. As a chairman Morris had few equals, and he was often asked to preside at important committees. He had always a complete grasp of the matters under discussion, and his keen sense of humour and quiet determination to reach decisions made a large contribution to agreed conclusions. Two notable successes were the conference on African Education held in 1952 which brought together Africans and British from East and West Africa to study the reports of the Binns and Jeffrey Missions, and the Commonwealth Education Education Conference at Oxford in 1959 which set under way the Commonwealth Fellowship Scheme, Commonwealth educational problems never lost his interest. These conferences, together with his visits to universities overseas and his membership of the Committee for Education in the Colonies, gave him a wide knowledge of educational problems overseas and of the men and women who were concerned with them. How he found time for all these activities, and he never undertook anything that he did not carry out wholeheartedly, was a wonder to his friends. For, in addition to his work for education, he was a member of the Boy Scouts Association, the General Nursing Council and President of the Library Association in 1955, and gave freely of his time for more local bodies such as the Theatre Royal, Bristol, the Bristol Old Vic Trust and the South West Region Hospital Board. Few men have exercised more influence on education at all levels, and this at a time when education was advancing qualitatively as well as quantitatively both nationally and internationally. He was made an honorary Fellow of Bristol University in 1966. Many sought his opinion for he inspired confidence, and his sound judgment, ability to see a problem in its simplest terms, sense of humour and background knowledge sent them away feeling that they had gone to the right man. He was appointed CBE in 1941, knighted in 1946 and created KCMG in 1960. He married in 1926 Florence Redvers Davis, second daughter of W. D. Green, by whom he had two sons and two daughters. One daughter predeceased him. Dr. R. H. Stoughton

The following obituary has been reprinted with the kind permission of "The Daily Telegraph".

Dr. R. H. Stoughton, a notable horticulturalist who was Professor of Horticulture at Reading University from 1933 to 1957, and, from 1957 to 1961, Principal of the University College of Ghana, died on 9th November at the age of 76. Raymond Henry Stoughton was born on 8th January, 1903, and educated at St. Peter's School, York, and the Imperial College of Science and Technology where he became an Associate of the Royal College of Science in 1923 139

and graduated B.Sc. in 1924. From 1924 to 1926 he was in Ceylon as mycologist to the rubber research scheme there and from 1926 to 1933 he was assistant mycologist at Rothamsted Experimental Station. In 1932 he gained his D.Sc. from London University. In 1933 he was appointed to the Chair of Horticulture at Reading where he was to spend much of the rest of his working life. During this period he published numerous articles on plant pathology and bacterial cytology in the Proceedings of the Royal Society and other learned journals, and was awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Victoria Medal of Honour in 1954. From 1957 to 1961 he was in Ghana as Principal of the University College of Ghana. On his return he continued active in the affairs of the Royal Horticultural Society; he was a member of its council from 1964 to 1975 and served on numerous committees, and was a Vice-President of the Society in 1976. He was awarded an Honorary LL.D. by the University of Toronto. He married, in 1925, Audrey Milne Rennie. They had three sons. His wife died in 1950. Ron Yeomans, 1908 1980 The following obituary has been reprinted with the kind permission of "TheYorkshire Evening Press". -

One of Yorkshire's longest-serving committee members and a vicepresident of the club, Mr. Ron Yeomans has died in a Leeds nursing home. He was 72. Mr. Yeomans, of Church Lane, Cross Gates, Leeds, had a deep passion for cricket, and was a well-known figure on Test and County grounds throughout the country. A life-long journalist, he became a frequent freelance sports contributor to the Daily Telegraph on his retirement from the Yorkshire Evening Post and, naturally, his specialist subject was cricket. Mr. Yeomans served for the maximum 21 years on the Yorkshire committee as a Leeds district member, and two years ago he was elected to the general committee in order that he could continue his service. From 1972-78 he was chairman of the public relations sub-committee. A member of the Cricket Writers' Club, Mr. Yeomans formed the Leedsbased Northern Cricket Society in 1948, and members recently opened a fund in order to mark his long service as secretary. He attended St. Peter's School at York, where former Yorkshire captain Mr. Brian Sellers was a contemporary, and before the 1939-45 War, he worked for the Sheffield Star, later moving to the Yorkshire Evening News at Leeds and, on its closure to the Evening Post. Such was his knowledge of cricket that he was often referred to as a "walking Wisden". The gate at his home featured three cricket stumps, and a lawn at his former home in Seacroft was made up with pieces of turf from famous cricket grounds all over the world. He leaves a widow and two daughters.

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HIS TREE WAS PLANTED THE STAFF AND PUPILS .OF )

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THIS TREE WAS PLANTED BY THE STAFF AND PUPILS OF

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