T H E SUTTONIAN 1977
T H E SUTTONIAN
1977
EDITOR: B R Y A N BOESE
E D I T O R I A L COMMITTEE: ANDY BEITS BEN BROWN WILLIE KNOCKER G R A H A M SAGAR M A R K DE L A T O R R E
(The Magazine
V o l u m e 33
cover is a drawing of the A by Richard DigbyJ
Imshouses,
Number 2
EDITORIAL It is d i f f i c u l t to imagine that outside Sutton Valence w i t h its tranquillity and pleasant environment, its view o f the Weald and secure atmosphere o f a c o m m u n i t y , there lurks a nation whose basic fabric is crumbling. The School is evidently expanding as we see the all-weather hockey p i t c h under construction and plans f o r a music school in the pipeline. The United K i n g d o m , however, faces her greatest crisis as her economic and poHtical stability falters and the basic u n i t y she once enjoyed cracks i n t o factions. The f u t u r e , then, f o r the young person especially, is not encouraging. I t is Uttle wonder that one dominical paper has been running a series on the various regions o f the w o r l d to w h i c h one might consider emigrating. Indeed, the present level o f taxation, i n f l a t i o n and the xost o f living together w i t h the overall o u t l o o k do not form a promising picture. Those at an executive lehl particularly are getting a raw deal i n comparison to their European counterparts; constantly we hear examples o f executives f i n d i n g httle incentive to w o r k harder as the differences i n pay are, after tax, minimal. But despite the obvious financial attractions of moving abroad, many are happy to remain i n the country. For although the standard o f hving could be better, more value is put on the 'quality o f h f e ' . There is a feeUng that perhaps .the quiet suburban existence and the local communities are less available elsewhere; thus material sacrifices are made. Yet, i n view o f the way things are going at the moment, this comfortable situation may not be f o u n d a f e w years hence. This is because people are complacent and provided they can have their pleasant gardens and a p i n t at the " l o c a l " they w i l l not be too perturbed i f they can a f f o r d only one car. I t is this complacency - more so even than extremism w h i c h is the greatest danger to the f u t u r e o f the U . K .
EDITORIAL
People too readily and easily accept systems, situations and even societies which are not at all satisfactory. I t is the extremists who participate i n Society w i t h energy and so i t is they who make the running. I n this way there is more t o be said f o r extremists than f o r those w h o remain complacently mute. Before one is able to participate, however, one must be aware o f what is happening around one. T o this end the School should encourage interest i n matters o f current importance. This is not to say that steps have not been taken; there are f o r example, the annual Industrial Lectures where prominent members o f industry give their views. Though intended chiefly f o r Sixth-formers, many f r o m outside are invited. Attendance, however, has been disappointing considering the well-known reputations o f speakers such as Sir Derek Ezra and the late L o r d Feather. This, however, is a reflection of the apathy present even today; Britain's economic plight is everywhere aparent. This provides further reason f o r an increased emphasis on current affairs in the class-room. I f more people had a greater knowledge o f h o w the economy ticks we w o u l d not have so many problems today. More awareness, however, is n o t sufficient. Pupils must be encouraged t o be active; ' U t o p i a ' has been successful to some extent in achieving this b y holding discussions w i t h local pohticians. Such activities stimulate thought and help the student t h i n k individually. I n this way, w i t h a developed, t h o u g h t f u l approach to current issues, the pupil entering upon the w o r l d may be better prepared to participate vitally. Only w i t h individuals o f this nature may we expect to f i n d a stronger Britain, f r o m w h i c h one w o u l d n o t dream o f emigrating. Bryan Boese
NOTE
The Editor wishes to take this o p p o r t u n i t y to extend his personal thanks to the members o f his Committee w h o worked so hard i n the preparation o f this number o f the 'Suttonian'. Readers w i l l f i n d the format Httle changed f r o m that o f recent years; i t is generally agreed that 'the Happy Medium has been achieved between 'news' and 'views'. The enthusiastic reception accorded to the Quatercentenary issue last year certainly bears out this conclusion. Special thanks are due to James Miles f o r his superb photography, many examples o f w h i c h are to be seen in this e d i t i o n , and to Michael Smith f o r his help w i t h the art-work. Finally, the Committee wish to acknowledge their collective debt o f gratitude to A . N . G . R . f o r his advice in the early stages, and f o r seeing the finished copy through the editing and p r o o f stages.
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VALETE C H R I S T M A S T E R M 1976 A U S T E N J . C . ( 1 9 7 3 - W ) '0' Levels. 3id X V Rugby. 2nd X I Hockey. 1st V I Tennis. U16 V Squash. Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. Goes to Knightbridge Tutors College. Address: Huntbourne, Tenterden, Kent. B E N N E T T C . M . ( 1 9 7 2 - M ) 'O' Levels. 2nd X I Hockey. 1st V I Tennis. 1st V Squash. Duke of Edinburgh Silver and Bronze Awards. Giptain of Squash set. Goes to College then Polytechnic. Address: Dulvertou, Rockfield Road, Ox ted, Surrey. B I R C H C.W. ( 1 9 7 1 - H / W ) 'O' Levels. Goes to Davies Tutorial CoUege. Address: Wilde House, 10, Wilderness Road, Chislehurst, Kent. C A R R P.T. ( 1 9 7 3 - L ) '0' Levels. 3rd X V Rugby. U16 X I Hockey. Goes to West Kent College, Tonbridge. Address: 57, The Drive, Tonbridge, Kent. H A R T M.R. ( 1 9 7 4 - C ) 'O' Levels. 2nd X V Rugby, 1st X I Hockey. 1st X I Cricket. Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. Goes to Geelong Grammar School, Australia. Address: Ranch House, Westbere, Near Canterbury, Kent. J O N E S C D . ( 1 9 7 4 - W ) 'O' Levels. Goes to Technical CoUege. Address. 233, forest Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent. •PIPER T.S. ( 1 9 7 4 - L ) 'O' Levels. 1st X V Rugby. U16 X I Hockey. 2nd X I Cricket. Goes into Farming. Address: ChurchlandsFarm, Stone-in-Oxney, Near Tenterden, Kent. T H U R S T O N C.S. ( 1 9 7 5 - B ) L E N T T E R M 1977 S E L L E R S R. ( 1 9 7 4 - L ) 'O' Levels. School Choir. Address: Bassets, Cowden, Edenbridge, Kent. S U M M E R T E R M 1977 AKHTAR R.H. (1976-B) AMIN M.A. ( 1 9 7 5 - W ) 'A' Levels. House Prefect; 1st X I Hockey. 3rd X I Cricket. Goes into Business Studies. Address: 60 Ham Court, White Acre, Hendon, London. A N D E R S O N S.P. ( 1 9 7 5 - M ) 'O' Levels. Goes into Banking. Address: Dunakui, Ash Bank, Leeds, Maidstone, Kent. B A N K S P.J. ( 1 9 7 6 - H ) B A R D S L E Y A.S. ( 1 9 7 1 - F ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. 3rd X I Gicket (captain). Address: River Farm, Staplehurst, Kent. B A R T O N ( 1 9 7 3 - B / F ) 'O' Levels. B E N S O N M.R. ( 1 9 7 2 - M ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. School Prefect. 1st X V Rugby (Captain). 1st X I Hockey (Vice-captain). 1st X I Cricket (Captain). Clothworkers' Prize. Address: 7, The Wold, Woldinghain, Surrey. B E S T R. ( 1 9 7 2 - B / F ) 'O' Levels. Scholar. Form and Distinction Prizes. U16 X V Rugby. Address. The Warren, Bredgar, Sittingbourne, Kent. BISHOP T. ( 1 9 7 5 - F ) 'O' Levels. Distmction Prize. Address: The Old Vic, Smallhythe Road, Tenterden, Kent. B O E S E B.H. ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 2nd X V Rugby. Bridge I V . Editor of the Suttonian. Guardian of the Gavel to the Hunting Society. Derrick Prize. Bossom Prize. Address: 18, Giston House, Manor Fields, London. B R A N C H C . J . ( 1 9 7 3 - B / F ) 'O' Levels. B R I G G S S.J. ( 1 9 7 4 - M ) 'O' Levels. U15 fives team. .Address: Briarwood, Mount Pleasant Road, Weald, Sevenoaks, Kent. B R I G G S C . J . ( 1 9 7 4 - M ) 'O' Levels. Cross Country junior team. School Choir. Address: Briarwood, Mount Pleasant Road, Weald, Sevenoaks, Kent. BROWN R. ( 1 9 7 3 - W ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. Head of House. School Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. Scholarship. Hon. Sec. of Hunting Society. School Orchestra. Goes to Reading University. Address. 13, Bankfields, Headcorn, Kent. B U R G E D.J. ( 1 9 7 1 - F ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. H o a Sec. Archaeology Society. Address: 31, Pear Tree Lane, Maidstone, Kent. B U R T O N P.J. ( 1 9 7 3 - C ) 'A' and 'O' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X V Rugby. Cross Country team (colours). Athletics team. Swimming team (half-colours). Male voice ensemble. Goes to Polytechnic. Address. Margate House, St. Mark's Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
C H I L T O N G.D. ( 1 9 7 2 - L ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. Head of House. School Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. 1st X I Hockey Intermediate Athletics team. Senior Swimming team. Water polo 1st V . Goes into Busmess. Address: Courtlands, 39, Gatton Road, Reigate, Surrey. C O O K M.A. ( 1 9 7 2 - F ) . 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X V Rugby, 1st X I Hockey. Goes into Business. Address: Birchley House East, Foster Green, Biddenden, Ashford, Kent. C O O T E M.H. ( 1 9 7 2 - F ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. C R E A S E B.J.S. ( 1 9 7 2 - B / F ) '0' Levels. Address. 38, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent. D A L L A - M U R A B.W. ( 1 9 7 6 - W ) U.14 Rugby. Junior Crosscountry team. School Choir. Goes to school in Philadelphia, U.S.A. Address: Quarters 7, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, Penn, 19112, U.S.A. D R A P E R J.P. ( 1 9 7 4 - M ) 'O' Levels. School Choir. Goes to College. Address: 23, Crescent Court, The Crescent, Surbiton, Surrey. E I D N.O. (1975-W) '0' Levels. Senior Athletics team. Goes into Business Studies. Address: c/o Crystal Ice Factories, P.O. Box 54, Mecca, Saudi Arabia. E L G U I N D l M.S.Y. ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. 'O' Level Prize. Hon. Sec. of Fencing. Senior Cross Country team. Senior Athletics team. U16 Basketball. Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. Goes to University in Washington D.C. Address: George Washington University, Washington D.C. 20052. U.S.A. F R E E M A N D.J. ( 1 9 7 5 - C ) 'O' Levels. Goes to Smithfield College of Food Technology. Address: Brenchley, Oldfield Road, Bickley, Bromley, Kent. F R E N C H A . J . ( 1 9 7 6 - C ) 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X V Rugby. 1st X I Hockey. 1st X I Cricket. Economics Prize. Goes to Durham University. Address: 14 Canute Drive, Bransgore, Nr. Christ church, Dorset. G I B S O N M.P. ( 1 9 7 5 - B ) GRIMWOOD P.R. ( 1 9 7 2 - F ) 'O' Levels. U16 Fives I V . Address. 6, The Spires, Queens Road, Maidstone, Keht. HAJJAJI I.M. ( 1 9 7 1 - M ) '0- and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. 3rd X I Hockey. Senior Cross Country team. Senior Athletics team. Sgt in the C . C . F . Biology Prize. Goes to University. Address:
P.O. Box 12333,
Tripoli,
Libya.
IP H. ( 1 9 7 6 - M ) 'O' Levels. IP S.P.M. ( 1 9 7 5 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. Senior Cross Country team. Senior Basketball team. Captain of Badminton. Economics Prize. Goes to University. Address: c/o P.O. Box K-3188, Kowloon, Hong Kong, JACOBS R . J . ( 1 9 7 5 - B ) L I C E N C E M.I. ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) '0' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X I Hockey (Captain) Senior Athletics team. Senior Swimming team. Senior Basketball team. Goes to CoUege. Address. 2 Amherst Redoult, Brompton, Gillingham, Kent L O G G I E N.J. (1971-W) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. C . C . F . Sgt. Hon. Sec. of the Bridge Society. Goes to University. Address. 2 Mark Close, Longdon Wood, Keston Park, Keston, Kent. L O V E L A C E J . R . E . (1972-W) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 2nd X V Rugby. 2nd X I Hockey. Intermediate Cross Country. Captain of Bridge Club. Goes to University. Address:ManxCottage, 30 Candway,Bearstead,Nr. Maidstone, Kent. L U N D B E R G C . R . H . ( 1 9 7 4 - M ) ' O ' Levels. U16 Rugby. U16 Hockey. 3rd X I Cricket. Hon. Sec. of FootbaU Society. Captain of Junior Fencing team. Goes to College. Address. Darenth-dale, Shoreham, Village, Kent L Y N E - P I R K I S J.S.A. (1974-W) 'O' Levels. Intermediate Reading Prize. School Choir. Goes to CoUege. Address: Rose Burford College of Drama and Speech, Sidcup, Kent. K I N G S L E Y - S M I T H C.W. ( 1 9 7 4 - L ) ' O ' Levels. Junior Cross Country team. Art Scholarship. Goes to another school. Address. 43, Longmeads, Rust Hall, Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
K N O C K E R W.I. ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. Head of School, School Prefect. Head of House. 1st X V Rugby. Senior Cross Country team (Captain). Senior Swimming team. Suttonian Comrhittee. Army Scholarship. Headmaster's Prize. Clothworkers Prize. Duke of Edmburgh Silver Award. School Choir. Goes to Sandhurst and University. Address: 51 High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent. L E B O N J.M. ( 1 9 7 1 - L ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. U16 Fives. Chahman of the Hunting Society. Exhibition. Address: 10 Highfield Avenue, London N.W.I 1. LEOW C . K . ( 1 9 7 6 - L ) 'A' Levels. House Prefect. Wood Prize for Physics. Wistanley Prize for Chemistry. Goes to University. Address: 1, Taman Saint Helen, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. LEWIS P . E . ( 1 9 7 4 - W / F ) 'O' Levels. MARSH S.R.S. ( 1 9 7 1 - B / F ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. Goes to College. Address. The Vines, Sutton Valence, Kent. M I L L I G A N G . E . (1972-^C) 'O' and 'A' Levels. School Prefect. 1st X V Rugby. 1st X I Hockey. Senior Athletics team. Swimming team (Captain). Senior Basketball team (Captain) Waterpolo team (Captain). Clothworkers' Prize. Address. Tadendra, 38 The Rise, Sevenoaks, Kent. MOONY A . D . ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. 3rd X I Hockey. Senior Badminton team. Hon. Sec. of the History Society. Head Librarian."Š' Level Prize. Goes to University. Address. 23, Highfield Road, Chislehurst, Kent. N U N E S A . S . ( 1 9 7 3 - W ) 'O' Levels. 2nd X V Rugby. 3rd X I Hockey. 3rd X I Cricket. 1st team Fives. Goes to University. Address: 3 Norbrook Crescent, Kingston 8, Jamaica, West Indies. P E A C O C K N.J. ( 1 9 7 2 - H / C ) 'O' Levels. U13 Rugby. Goes to College. Address: Greydene, Station Road, Woldingham, Surrey. PINK T . ( 1 9 7 0 - B / F ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House-Prefect. P O L I T Z E R N.R.M. (1972-W) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 2nd Rugby. C . C . F . Sergeant. 'O' Level Prize. Goes to University. Address: Sadlers, Haslemere, Surrey R O T H M A N D. ( 1 9 7 2 - C ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. 2nd X I Hockey. 2nd X I Cricket. Junior Cross Country team. Senior Basketball team. Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. Address: 25 Denbigh Gardens, Richmond, Surrey. S A U N D E R S R . C . ( 1 9 7 4 - L ) 'O' Levels. U16 X I Rugby. U15 X I Cricket. Intermediate Swimrning team. Goes into Business. Address: Longcroft, Wmdmill Park, Wrotham Heath, Kent.
S H E A R S T . C . (1973-M) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X V ' Rugby. 2nd X I Hockey. Senior Swimming team. C'.C.F-. Sergeant. Goes into Banking. Address- Mead House, Yeoman Lane, Bearsted. Maidstone, Kent S O R R E L L N . ( 1 9 7 3 - F ) 'O' Levels. SMITH H.M. ( 1 9 7 2 - F / L ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 3rd X V Rugby. Goes to University. SMITH M.D. ( 1 9 7 3 - L ) '0' Levels. U16 X V Rugby, U16 X I Hockey. SMITH M.P. ( 1 9 7 0 - L ) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 2nd X V Rugby. Senior Cross Country team. Fifth form Prize. Art Prize. Goes to College. Address: 32, Oberon Wood, Beddgelert, Gwynedd, N. Wales. S U T H E R L A N D I.M. (1972-M) 'O' and 'A' Levels. School Prefect. 1st X V Rugby. 1st X I Hockey. 1st X I Cricket. Exhibition. Geography Prize. Clothworkers Prize. Hon. Sec. of Fencing. Goes to University. Address: Park Farm, Otford, Kent. T A S S E L L C.S. ( t 9 7 2 - F ) 'O' Levels. Vice-captain of Judo. Goes to Hadlow College. Address. Church Farm, Ulcombe, Kent. T A Y L O R - L O W E N T.M. (1974-M) 'O' Levels. T H U R S T O N J.S. ( 1 9 7 3 - F ) V A N D E R V L U G T P.B.A. (1972-M) '0' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 1st X V Rugby (Hon. S e c ) . 3rd X I Hockey. 3rd X I Cricket. Senior Swimming team. Goes to College. Address. Helfrichlaanz Wassenaar, The Netherlands. W A L T E R S S.H.A. (1972-M) 'O' and 'A' Levels. House Prefect. 2nd X I Hockey. 2nd X I Cricket. Senior Athletics team. Senior Fencing team. C . C . F . Sgt Goes to University or Polytechnic. Address Pakmi, Tangley, Nr Andover, Hants. W E L L S M.C.S. (1972-M) 'O' and 'A' Levels. Head of House School Prefect. 1st X V Rugby. 1st X I Hockey. 2nd X I Cricket. Intermediate Cross Country team. Senior Athletics teatn. 1st V Squash (Captain). C . C . F . Sergeant Major. Duke ot Edinburgh Silver Award. Address Wood End, Kent Hatch, Edenbridge, Kent. WHITE P.G. ( 1 9 7 5 - M ) WINCH T. ( 1 9 7 5 - B ) Y O U N G D . R . C . ( 1 9 7 2 - B / F ) 'O' Levels. Address Little Breton, Grange Road, St. Michael's, Kent.
Tenterden,
SALVETE
Lyle, P.J.A. (VV) Lynch, K . F . (F) McDowall, R . M . (M) Mee, S.D (M) Moony, D.J.M. (C) Orpin, R . R . (M) Padley, T.C. (M) Risby, T . C . (W) Sherry, N. (W) Sorrell, P. ( F ) Townsend, D . J . (F)
CHRISTMAS T E R M 1976 Lower V I Form V Upper I V Lower I V
Dihmis, W.C. (W) Lau, D.W.K. (C) Cheung, J . C P . (W) Tseng, S.K.W. ( L ) Aboul-Hosn, N. (W) Aboul-Hosn (Ma),T.A. ( L ) Arnett, E . (M) Baker, S.W. ( L ) Bannock, A . C . (F) Beckett (Mi), M.A. (W) Bristow-Smith (Mi), A.A. ( F ) Butcher, D . A . F . (W) Charlton, A . K . ( F ) Cooke, J.P. (M) Courage, S.D. (W) Court, H.W.R. (W) Critchley, D.A. (C) Crundwell, R.P. (M) Dalla-Mura, B.W (W) Davis, J.W. (F) Elwell, R . H . ( F ) Geden, M.A. (F) Gilder, S.P. (M) Higson, D.W. (M) Hdls, T.J.M. (M) Hinde.J.G.F. ( L ) Izard, M.G. (M) Keeble, M.P. (C) Kelly, A . C . V . (W) Knocker, (Mi), R . R (C)
Form I I I
Form II
Aboul-Hosn, (Mi), S. ( L ) Galloway. R . F I L ) Parsons, J.M. ( L ) Springett, M. ( L ) Anderson, P.R. (B) Anderson, R.W. (H) Banks, P.J. (H) Bodycomb, R . J . (B) Chantler, T.A (B) Farley, S.D. (B) Gibson (Mi), S.M. (B) Groves, D. (B) Guy, D.A. (H) Hinde, F . G . A . ( L ) Humphreys, S.P. (H) Machin, D.O. (B) Marriott, J.H. (B) Millar, A.N. (H) Prentice, R.M.W (B) Saint, B.H. (B) Townshend, S E . (H)
Troubridge, J . (B) Tyley, A.J. (H) Wareham. M (B) Wliitehouse (Mi), S.R. (H) Van Zwanenberg, S.P (B)
L E N T T E R M 1977 Lower V I Lower I V
Le.e,T.Y.(C) Bodkm, S.T D. (C) Buckeridge, (Mi), S.F.M (C) Doust, T.C. ( F ) Forster, J.G. (W) Haig, J . R . (C) Hands, D.J.B (M) Hann, M.O.W. (W) Jackson, M.G. (W) Mann, D.C. (W) Mattinson, P.H. ( F ) Moncur, G.D. (W) Pooley, C . R (M) Rafuse, B.R. (W) Shannon, N J . ( L ) Shaw (Mi), A . R . ( L ) Werner, C . E . (W) Wiggins, R . A . C . (W)
SUMMER T E R M 1977 Lower I V Form II
Katbi, M. ( L ) Jackson, N.A. (B)
TON VALENCE NOTEBOOK A m o n g the numerous activities o f a busy Christmas Term, the f o l l o w i n g events seem w o r t h y o f note: The Sixth F o r m Conference was held at St. Edmimd's School, Canterbury, the subject being: "Is Britain a Democracy?" The School Play was a revival o f the hugely entertaining farce "Charlie's A u n t " by Brandon Thomas. M r . W.K. Piper and his cast f u l l y deserved the plaudits o f the packed 'houses' to which they played. Further details o f the production appear elsewhere. The T h i r d A n n u a l Industrial Conference was organised at S.V. by the Careers Master, M r . A . R . Douglas; the entire S i x t h F o r m was treated to an informative and provocative programme o f lectures, f i l m s and business games. The opening address was given by A . E . Powell, Esq., J.P., the General Secretary o f S.O.G.A.T. and the 'week' ended w i t h Sir M o n t y Finneston's lecture on 'The Future o f British Industry'. Mr. A . G . Foulkes and the Chaplain combined to mastermind the Advent Carol Service to w h i c h many parents and local people were able to come. The atmosphere of j o y f u l anticipation was enhanced by the unveiling o f the new candle sconces, given by Mrs. Bentley. Cornwallis narrowly defeated St. Margaret's by 12-9 i n the House Rugby Final to reverse last year's result. D u r i n g the Lent Term, the Headmaster was away f r o m S.V. He had been granted a sabbatical term by the Governors. A . R . D . was acting Headmaster i n M r . Ricketts's absence. We were treated to an impressive display o f modern miUtary hardware mounted i n Chapel Quad b y the R o y a l A r t i l l e r y ; what schoolboy could f a i l to be intrigued b y the innards o f tanks and scout-cars and the e f f i c i e n t wickedness of ground to air missiles?
A team comprising Adrian French, Ben B r o w n , Philip New and Neil Farrance t o o k part i n the "Schools Challenge" but were defeated by Sevenoaks. Despite this disappointment sufficient interest has been aroused to inaugurate an internal competition -.s a regular feature. The Lenten Visitor was the Revd. T o b y Marchand, B . D . , A.K.C. Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Faversham, was the venue f o r the second Sixth F o r m Conference o f the year, the subject this time was "The Sanctity o f L i f e " . The Junior Play was Mr. R . D . Chance's p r o d u c t i o n o f an adaptation o f "The Merchant o f Venice" entitled " S h y l o c k and his Pound o f Flesh". A recording was made during the term o f the music o f the School. A . G . F . and F.R.R.J, worked extremely hard i n the production o f this Quatercentenary record and deserve our congratulations on the high standards achieved i n a wide diversity o f performances which range f r o m a full-throated rendering o f ' Jerusalem" i n which the whole School had its say through orchestral numbers, trios, madrigals to the ever-popular offerings o f the male voice quartet. Copies o f the record may be ordered f r o m the Bursar's Secretary. G.G.A. has launched a mini-appeal f o r funds which w i l l hasten the completion o f the all-weather hock-ey p i t c h and w o u l d welcome any donations f r o m hockey alumni o f S.V. The Most Popular Prefect Raffle raised ÂŁ 2 0 f o r the f u n d , and Martin Wells paid the price o f popularity by receiving his ' c r o w n ' o f School porridge before an enthusiastic gathering o f his 'fans' in Chapel Quad. I t is hoped that many more fund-raising activities o f that i l k w i l l take place i n 1977/78.
St. Margaret's retained the Hockey Cup b y defeating Cornwallis by 2-1. Founder's were victorious i n the most exciting Baton Race f o r years when they overtook St. Margaret's in the last leg to w i n by a short head. A n Open G o l f Championship, f o r w h i c h a cup has been presented by M r . and Mrs. Padley, was held f o r the first time on the School's four-hole course. The Hockey Tour o f Wales was again a highly successful feature o f the Easter holidays, Parties o f C.C.F. cadets and D . o f E. A w a r d candidates travelled to the Lake District, and B.R.D's francophiles were unleashed on the unsuspecting denizens o f Beauvais: while the former were outmanoeuvering themselves and getting lost and f o u n d w i t h their accustomed aplomb amid the vernal glories o f N o r t h West England the latter had swapped their usual fare o f beer and skittles f o r a diet o f 'petanque et v i n ordinaire'. Early in the Summer Term, the dormant hterary and cultural society shrugged o f f its lethargy, raised its head anew, renamed itself " U t o p i a " and leapt i n t o vigorous life by inviting three local politicians to expound their views. Maidstone's M.P., Mr. John Wells gave the T o r y point o f view, Mr. John Burnett spoke f o r the Liberals and Mr. Richard Evans O.S. aired the Labour Party's case. Other guest speakers included the new Vicar o f the Three Suttons, the Revd. David Steven, Charles Shirley, Esq. and A n t h o n y B r o w n , Esq. I t has become a tradition in recent years that the School plays host to prep school children f r o m far and near on C.C.F. Field Day, when the place is relatively deserted and therefore condusive to the p aying o f music. This year was no exception, and the S.A.T.I.P.S. Orchestral Festival .brought its melodious invasion, A . G . F . and the music staff waved their batons and by the end o f the day much music had been made and a good deal o f experience had been gained by the youngsters. The Tuck Shop did a brisk trade in ice-creams, too.
The R o y a l School o f Church Music were also welcomed to S.V. f o r a Choral Festival i n Chapel. • Speech Day was held on Friday, 3rd June; the Guest o f Honour was Sir John Read, Chairman o f E . M . L The annual Preparatory Schools Athletics Meeting and the Upper F o u r t h F o r m Careers Week were held after the School examinations. Cornwalhs completed a highly successful year by triumphing i n the A t h l e t i c Sports and the Swimming Finals as well as defeating Founder's i n the Cricket Match Final. The X I were hosts to touring teams f r o m Ridley College, Ontario, and St. Peter's School, Y o r k , and an Under 15 side f r o m a leading D u t c h cricket club, V.O.C. Rotterdam, played their first match on a grass pitch against S.V. Under 15s. A party o f D . o f E. G o l d A w a r d candidates spent a fortnight in the Lake District, and the C.C.F. Adventurous Training also took place in Cumbria. The newly established Edgar Mountain Society invited several distinguished scientists to speak at the School; these included D r . C. Isenberg, Professor J.S.R. Chisholm, Dr. B . H . Robinson and D r . R . H . Cragg. The f o l l o w i n g O.S. returned to the School to give talks to the Sixth F o r m : Paul Kirrage, n o w a cameraman w i t h I . T . V . , spoke on "Television", J i m Daly extolled the virtues of " D r i l l i n g f o r O i l i n the N o r t h Sea", and Chris R o f f e y recalled his life as a "Short Service Commissioned O f f i c e r in the A r m y " . Sutton Valence School welcomes the appointment to the Governing Body o f the f o l l o w i n g : Mr. J.A. L A W T O N , Chairman o f the Kent County Council. Mr. E.R.P. B O O R M A N , Managing Director o f the K e n t Messenger Group. Mr. L . A , L I D S T O N E , nominee o f the K e n t County Council.
AWARDS AND PRIZES SENIOR E N T R A N C E AWARDS:
'0' L E V E L S C H O L A R S H I P S A N D P R I Z E S
Major Scholarship:
P.C. Hitchman
D.C.P.S., Coursehorn
Minor Scholarship:
M.P. Keeble
Sutton Valence Sch.
Exhibition:
W.F. Paine
Feltonfleet Sch.
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JUNIOR E N T R A N C E AWARDS: Scholarships:
T.J. Craddock
Tormore Sch., Deal
M.E. Rose
Shepway County Primary Sch., Maidstone.
ATCHISON BEQUESTS: R.B. Taylor {University o f East Anglia) N.W.N. Townshend (King's College Hospital) D.A. Humphreys (University o f Southampton) BENNETT-HUNTING M E M O R L \ L AWARDS: J.R. Sheldon D.J. Leslie
(Exeter College, O x f o r d ) (Jesus College, Cambridge)
Following their excellent ' 0 ' level results the f o l l o w i n g have been awarded Scholarships: B.R. Brown J.P. D i m o n d M.P. Hughes G. W. Kemsley N.C. Smith '0' level prizes are awarded to: R.C. Barham I . N . H . Janes H . C. Milher M . H . Robertson
AVE ATQUE VALE At the beginning o f the year, we welcomed to the teaching staff Mr. C . G . V . Denby, B.Sc. to teach Mathematics. Chxis. taught here f o r two terms in 1975 and has returned, complete w i t h charming wife Catherine, to take up a permanent post. We trust that the Denbys' stay w i l l be a happy one. We said hello, t o o , to Mr. A . G . Brown, Dip. Tech., who brought his wife Judie and httle son Steven all the way f r o m Newington College, Sydney, N.S.W. Graeme came to S.V. on a years' leave o f absence and his friendly manner immediately w o n our hearts. No doubt he f o u n d us a strange breed when compared to our Australian counterparts; we, on the other hand, have greatly appreciated his c o n t r i b u t i o n to the life o f the School, not only in the science laboratories but also i n the many cultural and sporting activities which he helped to promote. We wish the Browns God-speed and hope that they w i l l take home w i t h them only pleasant memories o f their brief sojourn in the Garden o f England. To Mr. J . Nixon, who spent the Lent Term rushing between the G y m , the Music Schools and the First X I hockey pitch, we said hello and goodbye almost in the same breath. Nevertheless, we wish h i m well i n his f u t u r e teaching career, and trust that he w i h look back w i t h affection on his time as a 'student prince' at S.V. The retirement o f Mr. R . P . Coutts, M.A. Assistant to the Headmaster and Mr. D . A . Simmons, Head o f the A r t Department, at the end o f this academic year w i l l leave a substantial gap which w i l l not easily be f i l l e d . Appreciations of their contributions to the School over long and distinguished careers appear elsewhere in this magazine. The departure o f Mr. C M . Thatcher, after a comparatively short stay o f two years, w i l l come as something o f a surprise to many. Chris and his w i f e , Marianne, (and latterly baby Annemarie, too,) have become very much a part o f S.V., and especially o f Lambe's House where Chris has been Tutor this year. Junior rugger players and senior athletes w i l l have cause to be grateful f o r his keen coaching, while his t h o u g h t f u l approach to language teaching w i l l be missed by those he taught here. We wish the Thatchers well as they return to their adoptive homeland: West Germany. On the domestic f r o n t , there have also been some changes. Mrs. R . E . Horn has assumed the reins as Housekeeper-Caterer and under her practised eye the kitchens and laundry have been f u n c t i o n i n g smoothly. Mrs. M. McCurrach now manages the kitchens, and has f e d us every b i t as well as her predecessors, despite the escalating costs o f f o o d s t u f f s . Mrs. M. Dennis, Matron i n St. Margaret's since 1974, w i l l be retiring to the Sussex coast at the end o f the year. Michelle's f r i e n d l y concern f o r the needs o f her boys, her efficient house-keeping and her sensible no-nonsense attitude to the usual crop o f Mondaymorning ailments w i l l long be remembered w i t h affection and gratitude by her charges. Our best wishes f o r a long and happy retirement go w i t h her. Mrs. K . Dovey relinquishes her post as M a t r o n i n Westminster at the end o f the Summer T e r m to take up a new appointment at Friars School; although she was here f o r a relatively brief sojourn she qiiickly w o n the respect and affection o f her 'boys' and w i h be very much missed. Finally we welcome to the School Sgt. Major Prince; he has been helping w i t h Corps administration on a part-time basis during the year and w i l l take up a full-time appointment as assistant laboratory technician and S.S.I, to the C.C.F. after his discharge f r o m the A r m y . I
D.A.S. Sutton Valence w i l l not seem the same now that Derek Simmons has retired; his quiet sense o f humour and his calm approach to life w i l l be missed. For over twenty-five years he has run the A r t Department w i t h outstanding success, as has been evident at A r t Exhibitions on Speech Day. It was perhaps f i t t i n g that the exhibition last year for the Quatercentenary should be so memorable, as much o f the w o r k on display was produced under his guidance. Whilst he has had control o f the A r t Department, the Woodwork Department has moved into what used to be the old gym and is now the Craft Centre; also Pottery has started, again w i t h much success. However, i t is Derek's contribution to school life i n other directions which may be underestimated. Few here now w i l l k n o w that f o r many years he was the inspiration behind the scenes f o r school productions, designing sets, supervising the stage gang and maintaining an u n r u f f l e d calm when others were becoming fraught. He had some experience on the London stage prior to his arrival at Sutton Valence; apparently on one occasion he was seated on the stage o f a West End theatre consuming a fish and chip supper — w i t h o u t vinegar — when the curtain rose. His exit was no doubt made w i t h calm dignity and to thunderous applause! His love o f cricket was always evident, especially i n the Common R o o m where he defended Kent cricket strongly against the attacks o f those o f other allegiances. He ran the 1st X I f o r a number o f years and latterly has given valuable coaching to junior boys. His o w n batting gave pleasure to many, even though his calling o f a short single to gully, w i t h predictable results, remains a f i r m memory to many who were present on that particular occasion. But i t is Derek's help and advice w i t h such apparently trivial, and yet vital, things such as posters, notices, props for plays and seating plans which w i l l be sorely missed. Above all he willingly gave advice to b o t h boys and masters on artistic matters and on houses. He was never too busy to help or to listen and gave sound practical advice on decoration, reconstruction, university courses, art colleges or costume; he could always refer one to a book which w o u l d be most h e l p f u l . He also t o o k great pride i n having arranged a route for the 30 mile walk i n 1973 which kept the walkers o f f roads f o r the most part, only 3 miles being on tarmac thanks to the help o f O.S. and other landowners. Many boys and old boys have been made welcome at Eyhorne Manor, itself lovingly reconstructed over twenty years as a fine example o f a Hall House. Derek and Sheila's hospitality and kindness w i l l doubtless leave its mark f o r years ahead. We wish them b o t h a happy retirement and hope that we may see something o f them f r o m time to time. C.R.G.S. '
R.P.C. Robert Coutts is best described as a complete schoolmaster, one o f that sadly disappearing race who enters into every aspect o f school Ufe. Since he arrived at Sutton Valence i n 1953 to take over the Geography Department there are few tasks he has not undertaken; and whatever he has been concerned w i t h , he has run in a wholehearted and totally efficient way. ' E f f i c i e n t ' sounds a Uttle machine-Uke and it would be wrong to i m p l y this as Robert is always thoroughly human; 'effective' might be a better word to indicate that whenever Robert has been in charge the right result has been achieved i n the right way and the gratitude and a f f e c t i o n o f a large number o f Old Suttonians w i l l bear witness to this.
w i t h games and even longer since he was a Housemaster. The more elderly among us recall h i m tending the Bennett garden and the occasion when the boys, appalled at having snapped a particularly prized b l o o m , h o p e f u l l y repaired i t w i t h sellotape. A f t e r a y o u t h o f b u t t e r f l y collecting, Robert's chief relaxation has been growing flowers and his pleasure i n his garden at Hawkenbury robbed the School o f lis longer service as a Housemaster. However, the School has taken advantage o f his gardening expertise and many parts of the grounds have benefitted f r o m his knowledge and advice. A n d there is no need f o r me to remind readers o f the hospitality enjoyed at the White Cottage by many generations o f boys and staff.
I am not competent to say more o f his running o f Geography except that since 1953 i t has to m y knowledge been among the most popular and successful o f the academic departments at all levels. Large numbers have opted f o r Geography and some excellent results have been achieved. I k n o w that Robert has worried about his abiUty to keep pace w i t h new ideas and the enormous changes in the GCE syllabus b u t the results should have dispelled his fears. I don't intend to provide a list o f everything Robert has done at Sutton Valence but certain areas are particularly w o r t h remembering. He served i n the CCF f o r many years and was Commanding Officer f o r f o u r years. Linked w i t h this was 'Shooting and f o r nearly twenty years Robert and Jim Sergison looked after teams which were always returning f r o m Bisley and elsewhere w i t h the cups and shields they had w o n . I remember in particular a large but fragile looldng horse which must have been for Kent schools. The Easter hoUday practices at Bisley w i l l be remembered by many O.S. It is some time since Robert has been actively associated
More recently Robert's main activity outside the classroom has been as an organiser. He was the first to look after Wednesday 'Activities' and f o r some years now he has arranged the increasingly comphcated business o f invigilation f o r examinations. These are the essential but unglamorous 'behind the scenes' jobs upon which the smooth running o f a school so largely depends. The organiser usually receives nothing but complaints when things go wrong so I must redress the balance by emphasising that very Uttle has gone wrong and considerable credit is due. Since 1971 Robert has been Assistant to the Headmaster and, at one period, when b o t h the Headmaster and Patrick Macllwaine were unwell, he was Acting Headmaster. N o w that he is retiring, i t is impossible that he w i l l not be greatly missed but I am happy to say that Sutton Valence wiU not be losing h i m entirely: next September he wiU stiU be teaching part-time and looking after the calendar and Blue Book. I n the meantime aU at Sutton Valence wish Elizabeth and Robert many years o f happy and prosperous semi-retirement. A.R.D.
CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS A R E DUE TO: Population
Explosion
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Judie Brown and Stevie, Margaret Little and Paul, Mary Able and Lisa Maria, Pauline Shaw and Amelia, Marianne Thatcher and Annemarie, Moira Grierson Rickford and Nicholas, Linda Day and Catherine.
Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Thatcher on the b i r t h o f their daughter, Annemarie Christine. Mr. and Mrs. A . N . Grierson Rickford on the b i r t h o f their son, Nicholas Matthew. Mr. and Mrs. B . R . Day on the b i r t h o f their daughter, Catherine Sarah. G . E . MilUgan on his selection f o r Kent Schoolboys Rugby X V . M.I. Licence on playing Hockey f o r Kent U19 and the South East U 1 9 X I . J.M. Baldwin on being selected f o r b o t h Kent U 1 6 a n d U15 Hockey X l ' s . T w o o f his team-mates i n the latter X I were S.P. Licence and A . J . Foster. M.R. Benson on achieving a remarkable aggregate o f 1022 runs f o r the School X I this Summer. He thoroughly deserves his Selection to play f o r Kent C.C.C. 2nd X I as weU as f o r E.S.C.A. South, as Captain. He was 12th man for the English Schoolboys X I v The AustraUan Young Cricketers, and played f o r J. Inverarity's Invitation X I V. the Australians. Kent C.C.C. have offered h i m a contract for 1978. R.J. Bedford, A . J . Foster and S.P. Licence on the award o f their Junior Colours Ties f o r outstanding contributions to School sport at junior level.
CHAPEL NOTES on behalf o f all who use the Chapel I extend grateful thanks to the ladies who give o f their time and talents to beautify it in this way, as well as their care and attention to the special Harvest and Christmas decorations. Many thanks, too, to Mr. Harry Saunders f o r the unfailing supply o f flowers and shrubs.
During the Easter vacation, 1 attended a three-day Conference o f School Chaplains and Headmasters. This Conference - held at Bloxham School, Oxfordshire - meets every five years, and considers many d i f f e r e n t aspects o f the question 'Religion in our Schools' ( t o cover a vast field w i t h a useful umbrella-term!). I f the popular press is to be believed, religion is doomed, and only awaits the reading o f the burial Service over its ancient corpse; and - i f this were true — our Conference w o u l d surely have been an occasion for m u t u a l c o m f o r t among the mourners, and o f a searching for a role in the f u t u r e . T r u t h , however, is so otten stranger than f i c t i o n ; and the key-note o f the Conference (happily called 'Towards a New Vision') was one o f optimism and hope. N o one attempted to disguise the obvious fact that 'organized religion' throws up some f a i r l y d i f f i c u l t problems in our Schools at the present time, but far f r o m throwing i n the sponge, I t h i n k that all who attended came away feeHng that a brighter dawn is breaking, and that slowly but surely evidence is accumulating that there are growing numbers o f pupils turning to a true f a i t h i n the Risen i ^ r d . Our prayer must be that His Holy Spirit w i l l continue to w o r k among us for the salvation o f His w o r l d .
We extend a warm welcome to the Reverend David Steven, who was inducted as Vicar o f the Three Suttons on 9 t h March, and in offering h i m our best wishes f o r every Blessmg on his Ministry i n these parishes, we look f o r w a r d to a long association w i t h h i m . We have also had a change o f Suffragan Bishops. The new Bishop o f Maidstone is the R t . Revd Richard T h i r d , and we were deUghted to welcome h i m to the Chapel on WhitSunday when he Confirmed the f o l l o w i n g b o y s : Eric Arnett ( M ) Guy Beckett (W) Julian Buckeridge (C) Nicholas Butler (C) James Chantler ( B ) Adrian C l i f t o n ( M ) Andrew Coningsby (W) Michael Darhng ( L ) Mark Davies ( L ) A n t h o n y Findlay (W) David Freeman (C) Richard Harding (C) Daniel Higson ( M ) Tom Hills ( M ) James Hodges ( F ) Richard Kelsey (W)
We were delighted by the most generous g i f t o f f i f t y candle-lights, presented f o r use in the Chapel by Mrs Bentley in memory o f her' late husband, Norman Priestley Bentley (Master, Housemaster and Second Master 1921-1964). The candle-lights were dedicated at the Carol Service on 7th December and the Chapel looked quite superb by their light. Another splendid gift that we received was a fine cope and some eucharistic vestments; these were presented to us (very appropriately in the Week o f Prayer f o r Christian U n i t y ) by Frs. Barbyer and N i x o n o f the Roman Catholic parish o f Goudhurst, and we are most grateful.
Gareth Lewis ( L ) Peter Lyle ( M ) Michael Manning ( F ) Neville Miles (C) Guy Moncur (W) John Myers (C) Brady Rafuse (W) Peter Rosenwald (W) Jonathan Shimwell ( L ) A n t h o n y Stanford-Beale ( M ) Christopher Stanford-Beale ( M ) David Stevens (C) Nicholas Storey ( M ) Mark Talhot ( M ) Simon Thomas (W) Jonathan Waters (C)
Immediately after the Confirmation, the Bishop celebrated Holy Communion, and the candidates received the Sacrament w i t h members o f t h e n families and friends. This year, f o r the first time, the candidates attended a brief "retreat-conference" at the Canterbury Diocesan Retreat House at Westgate-on-Sea. The advantage o f taking the candidates away f r o m School f o r a short time prior to so important an occasion, when they had the o p p o r t u n i t y to reflect in relative peace on the meaning o f C o n f i r m a t i o n , was appreciated very much, and we were fortunate indeed to have Brother Mark ( o f the Order o f Saint Paul, A l t o n ) as retreat conductor. Under his guidance, the retreat became a truly spiritual occasion, but was never d u l l or heavy, as the candidates testified! I t is very much to be hoped that the candidates truly understand that their Confirmation is just the beginning o f a richer, fuller life in the Christian Church, and that they wiU become regular communicants at the Altar.
The question o f h o w best to observe the Chapel's f i f t i e t h anniversary continues to exercise us, and we are still debating what alterations — i f any — could be made to the chancel and sanctuary. W i t h the invaluable and tireless help o f Mr Edward Craven, 1 have been studying the documents relating to the early history o f the Chapel, including the Order o f Service f o r the Dedication (bearing the autograph of Archbishop Cosmo Lang). As a way o f giving thanks for all that past generations have done to bring the Chapel into being and to improve i t f r o m time to time, 1 hope we shah be able to f i n d some way to observe fittingly this significant milestone in the Chapel's history. Incidentally, although the f o u n d a t i o n stone was laid in 1928, the actual Dedication was carried out in July 1929, and so it seems appropriate to observe the 50th anniversary i n July 1979.
Preachers during the year have included:
During the year, the five Senior Houses have presented a Morning Chapel each term, and in general the standard has been good. We look f o r w a r d to some inspiring occasions i n the f u t u r e .
The Revd Roy Cotton Peter Timms, Esq.
Vicar o f St. Andrew's, Eastbourne Governor, H M Prison, Maidstone Rector o f Bodiam
The Revd Colin Sykes Wg Cdr V.J.W.M. Lawrence, R A RAF(Ret'd) Chief Accountant, M.C.C. The Revd Trevor Vickery Rector o f Staplehurst
A l l too o f t e n , the floral decorations in the Q i a p e l are taken for granted, and 1 wonder how many people stop to t h i n k how long i t takes to arrange Altar flowers so beautifully? Anyone who has tried w i l l k n o w that i t is no easy task, and
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Fr John N i x o n The Revd John L e f r o y The Revd T o b y Marchand
The Revd David C l i f t The Revd George Williams
Brother Bernard, SSF
Goudhurst (R.C.) Parish St Andrew's, Barming St John's, Hatfield (Mr. Marchand also organized a fine 'start o f Lent' course) Diocesan IndustrialChaplain Maidstone United Reformed Church
The Very Revd Victor de Waal P.G. Stibbe, Esq. The Very Revd Ian WhiteThomson
St Nicholas Friary, ^ Harbledown Dean o f Canterbury Headmaster, N o r w i c h School Retired Dean o f Canterbury The Revd David Barnes
THE LIBRARY though the m a j o r i t y o f those are w r i t t e n i n nothing more daunting than French. We were hoping that Ernest Hambloch w o u l d be able to come down to see his books but unfortunately his wife's i l l health prevented this. The Bookbinding Club has been active in repairing books, I have even done a few myself. There have been some eccentricities such as one volume being rebound inside out, but the new activity has been a great help and economy to the Library. M.H.F.
About 100 books have been added to the Library this year. A . D . E . Moony has been Chief Librarian and he and his helpers have kept the place i n as much order as possible. We are grateful to the f o l l o w i n g f o r presenting books. G. Pember (OS), Barclays Bank, Mrs. Warren, J. McC, G.A. Calver (OS). The books i n the Hambloch R o o m have now been arranged, catalogued and can be borrowed. There has not been a rush to take out the many i n foreign languages.
MUSIC RETROSPECT grateful to all who gave their time and skill to this enterprise. We call the record 'Sutton Valence School Music' and t h i n k it is an apt title, as about half the music is original and all the performers come f r o m w i t h i n our c o m m u n i t y . We included much o f the material on the record in the Lent Term Concert. Two other enterprises went well: the first was the Brass Ensemble, a new group f o r m e d by A l f Springate, who t o o k over as Brass Teacher f r o m the late, lamented George HoUey. One o f the most pleasant things about music is that age, f o r m . House and status i n the School are o f no importance whatever: i f y o u can play your instrument and keep your place that's all that matters. The Brass Ensemble is a perfect example o f this: nearly every f o r m i n the School is represented i n i t , f r o m F o r m I I to the Upper 6 t h . They played very creditably in the Summer Concert, keeping it simple and achieving some polish in their performance.
As our concerts and the Carol Services are reviewed elsewhere i n this magazine I shall content myself w i t h giving a summary o f other happenings in the School's musical life over the past year. In many ways the big event o f the year f o r the musicians o f the School was the cutting o f our first disc (on sale n o w , price £ 2 . 5 0 ) . We, did as much rehearsal as could be managed and made the tape in two sessions i n the Lent Term, one i n February and the other in March. Most o f the recording was done i n Chapel, the rest i n the Hall, and we were lucky (skilful?) enough not to need very many 'takes' before achieving the sort o f standard o f performance we had i n m i n d ; and t r a f f i c noise was no great problem — no a f f l u e n t O.S. zoomed into the Quad i n his TR7 during a quiet passage — though we do have an occasional background o f bird-song, which actually enhances the recording rather than detracting f r o m i t , giving a sense o f place which is very pleasant and w i l l probably remind many an O.S. o f his happiest days. Those taking part, the School Congregation, the Choir, the Madrigal Singers, the Woodwind, the Staff Male Voice Quartet and R o b i n Jackson, worked hard and uncomplainingly. I t surprised us how long i t can take to get a f e w minutes' music down on tape satisfactorily, even when things go w e l l , and I am
We f o r m e d another group this year: the Male Voice Chorus, a most enthusiastic group o f volunteers, t h i r t y strong, many w i t h Httle knowledge o f music notation and no choral experience, who met once a week f o r half an hour, and after very few rehearsals managed to produce some fine singing in the Summer Concert. We are hoping to continue our study o f the classics next year when we shall build on the strong f o u n d a t i o n now laid. In the Summer Concert we concentrated mostly on small groups and individuals, acknowledging the fact that the pressure on people's time is at its greatest during the Summer Term, w i t h its many conflicting interests. It is d i f f i c u l t to see how a cricketer, f o r instance, manages to cope w i t h his school-work, let alone practise an instrument, say, and rehearse f o r a concert. The f i n a l rehearsal o f the Brass Ensemble, on the day o f the concert, was the only one at which all its members were present. Nevertheless the happy relationship which exists i n this School between games and music continues, and next year's rugby and hockey "stars" are t w o o f our leading musicians, Richard Nichols and T o b y Foulkes.
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F.R.R.J, and I are once again most grateful to all those many members o f staff who support our musical endeavours whether by actuahy taking part, as many do, or by viewing w i t h understanding the fact that i f music is to be taken as seriously as other activities i t needs time f o r individual practice and f o r rehearsal. The Prep Schools came to us for the f i f t h year f o r one o f their Orchestra Festivals, directed as usual by A.G.F., and
many o f the same musicians turned up again later i n the term as choir boys f o r one o f the R.S.C.M. Festivals; F.R.R.J, played the organ f o r them. Finally we wish a f o n d farewell to Graeme B r o w n whose contribution to our musical life has been so much appreciated. We hope he w i l l crack a tube o f Foster's to us when he and Judie and Stevie get back to Sydney. A.G.F.
GEORGE HOLLEY It is w i t h regret that we report the death in December o f George Holley. George had taught brass-playing here f o r over nineteen years, and seemed to be f i t enough to go on teaching f o r many more. However, just before the Quatercentenary he suffered a stroke, f r o m w h i c h he never completely recovered. I am sure that all who knew George win remember h i m for the quiet way i n which he always seemed to be able to get things done. 1 must personally thank h i m f o r helping me pass three grades on the trumpet, and f o r starting me on m y way to a f o u r t h . A l l those who met h i m , either f o r class or i n orchestra, w i l l surely remember h i m f o r a long time to come. We express our deepest regrets and sympathies to his w i d o w and his f a m i l y .
We learned towards the end o f the A u t u m n Term that George Holley had died, a sad loss to us all. He had taught Brass here f o r nearly t w e n t y years, and it was one of his pupils (Stewart White) w h o was our first representative in the National Y o u t h Orchestra. George was a true professional: never late f o r a rehearsal, never missing a cue, thoroughly rehable in every way, and a teacher who t o o k great trouble w i t h his pupils, even to the extent o f ferrying day-boy trumpeters to their homes after orchestral rehearsals. Those who knew h i m wiU not forget his slow-moving, slow-talking dignity nor his kindness and friendliness to all w i t h w h o m he came i n t o contact. He was a nice man, and a good f r i e n d and colleague. A.G.F.
John Turner
SPRING C O N C E R T "Divertimento" was followed by the young hopefuls o f the whole o f 3 A strung across the stage and i n reasonable unison on their recorders and then by a successful and jazzy performance by the Woodwind Ensemble. The most popular item o f the evening was f r o m the gentlemen o f the Male Voice Quartet, performing unaccompanied American f o l k songs. The Quartet, notable f o r its humorous presentation and the glamour o f its neck ties, has received too Uttle fame in the School. The Pop-cantata "Nehemiah and the Building of the Wall" has been heard before and was repeated in honour o f its inclusion i n the recording o f the School's music. The choir sang splendidly and showed their enjoyment o f the Foulkes/Horn work. W.K.P.
There was f r i e n d l y i n f o r m a l i t y i n the Hall on Saturday night, the 19th o f February. Nervous clutching o f recorders; the more experienced musicians already enjoying themselves; an i n t r o d u c t i o n by Graham Foulkes. The Orchestra led into these musical rites o f early Spring w i t h t w o conductors. In their second piece, "Wahz in B flat" by A . G . F . , the w o o d w i n d in particular impressed w i t h a haunting vocal quahty. Michael Coote handled a very d i f f i c u l t Mozart "Fantasia" very competently, capturing the changes o f m o o d and displaying confident and rehable finger technique on the piano. Andrew Betts' performance on the Oboe was musical, but nervous. There seems to be a numerical preference f o r woodwind in the School; the very enjoyable and artistically competent 1.
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ORCHESTRA Shepaxd's Hey Waltz in B flat PIANO Fantasia in C minor K 475 O B O E and PIANO Sonata in G Allegro: Largo: Allegro
Grainger Foulkes Mozart Michael Coote Giovanni Boni
Andrew Betts, Mr. Graham Foulkes TRIO Divertimento K 229 No. 2 for Two Clarinets and Bassoon AUegro: Minuet: Rondo Mr. Graham Foulkes, Toby Foulkes, Nathaniel Harrison RECORDERS Three Tunes Form I I I A Recorder Group WOODWIND E N S E M B L E Sarazenenmarsch and Gavotte Prelude and Fugue: "Bach goes to Town"
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Soloists: Mrs Mary Able, Mr. Richard Horn, Pianist: Mr. Robin Jackson
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SUMMER CONCERT The brass players opened the Summer Concert this year. Their initial piece, however, brought bemused expressions to many in the audience, a few even grimaced wondering i f this was what they had been urged by so many to come and hear. Indeed, I believe, a few were even contemplating the fire exit. M r . Springate, however, sensing this feehng o f revoh sprang to his feet after this first piece to assure the audience that i n fact what i t had just heard "was not the trio f o r trumpets' - sighs o f relief - b u t the Brass Ensemble tuning up. A n d so i t was. For immediately our trumpeters struck into the real 'Minuet for Trumpet T r i o ' f o l l o w e d by a Handel Minuet heard just days before during the Jubilee Fireworks. A l l initial fears were thus quickly dispelled and a deUghted audience applauded enthusiastically after the f i n a l 'Trumpet V o l u n t a r y ' , though somewhat perturbed by John Turner's beetroot complexion.
rate, all four songs were professionally performed and b o t h spectacle and sound were ebullient. But i t was now the turn o f the Woodwind Department to blow wind - and what a w o n d e r f u l sound they made! 'Hurdy G u r d y ' provided an effective finish while the f l u t e of Richard Nichols made me green w i t h envy. The "piece de resistance" this year though was f o u n d in the newly-formed Male Voice Ciiorus, which had been throughout the term meeting once a week to sing w i t h gusto. The first piece performed was Elgar's 'Inside the Bar' which, sadly, does not refer to the type at w h i c h one drinks but rather the type f o u n d in a ship. This, however, did nothing to diminish the enjoyment o f the piece f o r us the singers (and I here include myself) N e x t , i t was " A - r o c k i n ' all n i g h t " a jazzed-up lullaby which seemed to go over well, and sent, we hope, our audience a-rockin' but not a-sleepin'. Tiie final t w o pieces were taken f r o m the Yale Song Book, the first being "Graceful and Easy", a delightfully simple d i t t y ;
However, John returned soberly to his seat and we were ready f o r the merry sound o f oboes, Andy Betts and A . G . F . This contrasted to the next slower piece f r o m Haydn's Trumpet Concerto, w i t h our John returning i n a more human colour, provmg to any doubters that he was a trumpeter o f some stamina. Next, i t was Richard Nichols accompanied by Foulkes and son who rendered a Waltz and Interlude to a captivated audience; perhaps the instrumental high-light o f the evening. It was d i f f i c u l t to k n o w h o w to take the amorous four gentlemen who next appeared; several thought they saw R.D.C.'s tongue slip i n t o his cheek once or twice. A t any
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Minuet for Trumpet Trio Minuet from The Music for the Royal Fireworks Trumpet Tune Two Folk Tunes (a) German Dance (b) This Old Man Mmiature Suite (a) AUegretto - DiabeUi (b) Minuet - Pleyel (c) Air - PurceU Trumpet Voluntary T H E B R A S S E N S E M B L E directed by Mr. A.D. Springate Oboe Sonata in C major Largo cantabUe; AUegro Andrew Betts, Mr. Graham Foulkes Slow movement from the Trumpet Concerto John Turner, Mr. Robin Jackson Waltz and Interlude for Flute, Clarinet and Piano Richard Nichols, Toby Foulkes, Mi. Graham FouUces Songs for Male Voice Quartet My Evahne We were gathering Swinging down the lane Toot, toot, tootsie Erne kleine Nachtmusik K 525 AUegro, Minuet and Trio T H E WOODWIND E N S E M B L E Divertimento for Two Clarinets and Bassoon K 229 No. 1 AUegro; Rondo Mr. Graham Foulkes, Toby Foulkes, Nathaniel Harrison Hurdy-Gurdy T H E WOODWIND E N S E M B L E Songs for Male Voice Chorus Inside the Bar A-rockm' aU night Graceful and Easy I got shoes
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BRANDON THOMAS "Well, College gents'U do anythmg"; so says Brassett, the College Scout about the 'pious fraud' devised by the three Oxford Undergraduates who represent the central characters of this farce. First produced in 1892, we associate "Charley's Aunt" with the 'Art for Art's sake' period dommated by the sparkling but more sophisticated and wittier comedies of Oscar Wilde. The plot concerns the persuasion of the somewhat reluctant Lord Fancourt Babberly by his two eager friends, Jack and Charles, to dress up as the latter's Aunt, in order to act as chaperone that they might the more properly entertain their young ladies. Just to compUcate the issue, the Aunt, Donna Lucia D'Alvadorez, arrives sooner than expected, quickly discovers the deceit, decides to 'stay and see it out' and finaUy agrees to marry Jack's father with whom she had had an exquisite encounter some years previously.
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interpretation, though a sUght lack of experience on the stage led to his not quite being able to communicate with the audience convincingly enough on those occasions when he was on the stage on his own. Lines such as, " A bit singular to look at, but then look at some of your old ladies! Nobody'd believe 'em possible", were not fully relished. The girls, on occasions, were a Uttle guilty of faUing to project their voices but Margaret Barham's performance as Donna Lucia was very commendable. There was a pleasant charm in her rendering, together with an intelUgent understanding seen especiaUy in the sharp sense of humour and the quiet assurance she expressed m the part. Ann Kirke and Sarah Hockly as Kitty and Amy presented sweet and innocent exteriors that were quite right for the parts, though I had seen Sarah act with a little more certainty earlier in the year as Gwendolen in an extract from Wilde's "The Importance of being Earnest". The part of Amy gave her less scope, of course. Finally Susan Smith, now almost a regular on the School stage, came very near to giving Ela Delahay that sort of chUdUke enthusiasm for life that obviously appealed to Babbs on theU first meeting.
This year's School Play, then, in contrast to the more academic drama of last year, 'Serjeant Musgrave's Dance', was very much the farcical situation comedy containing the usual ingredients of disguise, hidden identity, acceptable coincidence and hilarious dialogue. It has been quite a time since such a play was produced at Sutton Valence. Bill Piper is first of all to be congratulated on his excellent choice; there was no doubt in the minds of the Saturday night audience, at least, that they had been excellently entertained and this presumably was the main objective. However, no play can succeed without a well-chosen cast and herein lay the producer's second success. "Charley's Aunt" is, of course, a man's play since most of the action and the essential hilarity of the play are instigated by the male characters. Lord Fancourt Babberly is a plum part for anyone with a sense of theatre and some stage presence — John Lyne-Pirkis certainly possesses both these quaUties. His was an ebullient performance, remarkably well-sustained, and one that had the audience enthralled until the end. Though he has still fuUy to appreciate a sense of timing, especially in a play of this nature, he drew on the lessons he must have learnt from playing in 'Oliver' and 'A Madrigal for Master Lambe', and managed to enjoy the ridiculous nature of the situation without overexaggerating it - something so easily done when one can conceal oneself behind a part within a part. Philip New, as Jack, and Richard Baker, as Charley, were admirable foUs to each other: the former more mtense who spoke with great clarity and who steadily warmed to his part as it went on; the latter with a more understated yet shrewd deUvery who, however, was not quite so confident in his movements. This was understandable since it was his first stage appearance since the Nativity play three years ago. Bryan Boese, who had tended, I thought, to overact in the part of the Bargee in the previous year, achieved just the right sort of balance between smooth charm and self-opinionated pomposity in the part of Spettigue whom he characterised with an appropriate pugnacious, buUdoglike expression. Ben Brown gave a polished performance as Sir Francis Ghesney, successfuUy putting across a youthful-looking but nevertheless distinguished retired army officer; he clearly has a major role withm him if the right part can be found for him in the next two years. His namesake, Mark Brown, as Brassett, gave a competent
The sets, under the direction of Graham Able, were tastefully designed and skilfully manipulated between acts, and much attention had been given to aU the details and the trimmings that 'make' a production. Ultimately, however, it is the producer that fuses all the separate entities of a production together and there is Uttle doubt that Bill Piper was successful in doing this. Congratulations, on a highly entertaining and amusmg evening. R.D.C.
CAST
Ben Brown Sir Francis Chesney Bryan Boese Stephen Spettigue Philip New Jack Chesney . Richard Baker Charles Wykeham . John Lyne-Pirkis Ld. Fancouit Babbeily Mark Brown Brassett .Margaret Barham Donna Lucia . Ann Kirke Kitty Verdun Sarah Hockly Amy Spettigue Susan Smith Ela Delahay . PRODUCER : W.K. PIPER, ESQ.
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"SHYLOCK AND HIS POUND OF FLESH" Shakespeare has always been successfully performed i n schools at all levels and this adaptation o f 'The Merchant o f Venice'proved to be no exception. R.D.C. kept the essential ingredients o f the p l o t , o m i t t i n g the rather tedious casket scenes and c u t t i n g d o w n the love interest o f Lorenzo and Jessica. I n this way the interest centred on the love between Bassanio and Portia, and more i m p o r t a n t l y on the confUct between Shylock and A n t o n i o , l l i e remainder o f the plot was given to the audience through a Narrator, The problem w i t h the play has always been that Shylock is f o r a long time the villain o f the piece, w i t h his determination to gain revenge on A n t o n i o f o r all the insults which he has received f r o m the Merchant. Yet, at the same time, there is sympathy f o r Shylock because o f the way i n w h i c h he is treated not only on the Rialto, but also i n the court when all his money is confiscated and, worse stiU, he is to become a Christian. With this conflict over the interpretation of the play, the part o f Shylock is by no means an easy one; T i m o t h y Schofield f o r the most part was rather 'hangdog' and perhaps a sympathetic character, though I felt he might have gloated a little more over Antonio's misfortunes. As the Merchant Richard Baker brought out the melancholy fatalistic element i n the character and contrasted neatly w i t h the more passionate and energetic Bassanio o f Philip New; b o t h o f these showed h o w much they had gained
convincing doubled-up O l d Gobbo. Most pleasing to me was the way in which aknost every actor spoke out, so that very f e w words were lost; f o r the most part too, they looked boldly at the audience. I f some o f the arm movements were a little rigid, this is something which young actors f i n d hard to do w i t h o u t feeling most awkward. The costumes were most c o l o u r f u l - many o f the hats were instantly recognisable to the writer as having made an appearance outside last July! — the recorder music was pleasing, the set was simple and effective, the make-up and the hghting also contributed to a most enjoyable production, I , f o r one, look f o r w a r d to seeing some o f these young actors i n f u t u r e Junior and Senior productions. R.D.C. is to be congratulated on his neat and effective adaptation o f Shakespeare and also f o r encouraging t w e n t y - f o u r young actors to speak out so clearly and to entertain us so well, C.R.G.S.
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A D A P T E D AND P R O D U C E D BY R.D. C H A N C E , ESQ. & B.J. L I T T L E , ESQ.
COMMUNITY SERVICE As i n previous years, many boys have been engaged i n a wide range o f activities oh Monday afternoons w i t h the intention o f aidmg the local c o m m u n i t y , and particularly those members o f i t w h o have needs which are not met by the Social Services and other o f f i c i a l aid organizations. The activities this year have included visiting the sick in local hospitals; producing equipment f o r play-groups; assisting w i t h games at the local primary school; gardening and running errands f o r the elderly and i n f i r m , and taking part in various conservation schemes. I mentioned i n 'Chapel Notes' the Bloxham Conference which I attended recently. One o f the best addresses at the Conference was given by Dr John Rae, the Headmaster o f Westminster School, and I commend to y o u f o r your consideration his thoughts on the whole question o f community service: 'The community service that we encourage our pupils to engage in contains the danger o f avoiding a real tension. I do not doubt the value o f these activities . b u t I want to suggest that our claim to inculcate a sense ot service through these activities may be misleading to ourselves and to our
pupils. The need is there, and as a Christian community we must respond to i t . But the need is created by the injustices o f society, or by misfortune, or by the accident o f genetic inheritance. The contrast between those in need, Mving i n lonely poverty, and the good health and fortune o f our pupils is very great. The tension, i f faced, is acute. But does our community service face that tension - or does i t turn away f r o m it? A t first sight, our pupils, visiting an old lady alone i n her one r o o m too poor to provide even the meanest comforts o f l i f e , are learning that there is something intolerable in a social system that aUows this to happen. But i n practice I believe they are learning to accept the situation - not to change i t . Their visits and our emphasis on service may be making the intolerable tolerable, Action which is good i n itself may also be a device by which we; the d i r i s t i a n schools, domesticate the tension between our good fortune and the misfortune o f others, so that the tension does not threaten us any more.' ^e^ j ^ ^ ^ ^ ^j^^ , D.J.B.
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C . C . F . NOTES We had a very searching and enjoyable inspection with helpful suggestions as to how we might improve in certain directions. In these days of financial stringency the Army is not prepared to subsidise schools whose CCF's are not up to standard. Those found wanting are subsequently closed down. Annual Inspections therefore can be a source of some anxiety. The contingent received a good Inspection Report and Colonel Atherton was impressed most of all by the purposeful and friendly bearing of the Cadets. Two other Field Days were held at Pippingford Park and Mereworth Woods. Both went successfully and at the former we were able to use our inflatable dinghies for the first time. We hope to put these to more ambitious use in the future by carrying out a Medway expedition under the control of 7 CTT. Annual Camp was held at Warcop Training Camp in Cumbria and thirty three Cadets attended. The form of camp changed this year to introduce the three days of compulsory miUtary training. The purpose of this is to stop some schools using camp as a form of cheap holiday with Cadets doing nothing of a military nature and officers having a great deal of free time to loaf in the Mess. The offending minority must have had their illusions rudely shattered. This camp was professionally superb. The training programme was quite severe and brought everyone, both staff and boys to their fences. One found oneself under physical and mental pressure for at least twelve hours each day and at one point for thirty six hours non-stop. The boys learned what it is like to work a full day, follow this up, with a night exercise, launch an attack at 4.30 a.m., grab breakfast at 7.00 and be prepared to embark upon a full day of very exacting exercises, March and Shoot consisting of a five mile run in boots, followed by full scale battle assault course followed by shooting. Throughout the assault course the teams were bombarded with thunderflashes, smoke bombs and blank fire from Regular Army instructors. The battle Initiative Exercise consisted of eight stands each presenting a different type of problem to the team. "Get the barrel and the team across the obstacle using A, B, C etc. but not touchine X. Y, Z . . ." Again these had to be done within strict time limits and teams had to run from stand to stand. Despite the severity of it all the boys stuck to it and came away with a great feeling of achievement and having learned a great deal.
1976-77 was a year of steady progress and consolidation. Numbers rose to 127. This is 40% ol the Senior part of the School and must be regarded with some satisfaction. The routine training became more established with all boys following six different courses within a two year tiine span. This is reflected in a greater number of boys qualifying for their Army Proficiency Certificate. At the end of the summer term no less than thirty-six boys were fully quaUfied. The standard of shooting has risen and there were sixteen marksmen or first class shots compared with only four in the previous year. In signals training, five boys qualified in classification and as Assistant qualified Instructors. More Cadets are beginning to take advantage of the excellent courses which are laid on by the Army. Cpl. Lane attended a Signals Cert. 'T' course at Easter. Cpl. Calliafas and L/Cpl. Milner attended a U.K. Land Forces Leadership Course also at Easter. During the summer holiday Cpl. Calliafas and L/Cpl. Ricketts attended a Physical Training Course at the Army Physical Training Corps Centre at Aldershot and L/Cpl. Hughes attended a course in Electronics at the School of Electronic Engineering at Arborfield. Accounts of these experiences appear elsewhere. Adventurous Training took place in the Lake District in March and twenty Cadets participated. The weather was very good until the last day and night when it turned bitterly cold and windy. The physical performance of the Cadets was of a higher standard than the previous year. This was due firstly to the preparatory training and the higher standard of equipment acquired since last year. Our "bargain" wet weather wear provided us with a few hours of high comedy and was then consigned to the waste bin. The suits (Made in Korea) proved to be of gigantic size and swamped even the largest boys. Many surprised heads were turned to follow the progress of this column of lumbering giants. Greater amazement was to follow as gradually the seams split beginning at the backside. The view from the rear at one stage reduced me personally to rolling in the heather with painful helpless laughter. The Annual Inspection was carried out by Colonel M. Atherton, Commandant of Dover Shorncliffe Garrison and the assisting staff officer was Major R. Dixon, Queens Regiment, the TAVR Staff Officer from HQ S.E. District.
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As for the future, a challenge lies ahead. Now that the training is becoming normahsed, that is, boys are qualifying earlier, something interesting and worthwhile needs to be found to occupy them. An important item we hope will be a Military Band. Much work will need to be done to get this operational. We have bought a bass drum, four tenors, six side drums and eight bugles from Dover College, but all need to be refurbished, then an instructor found, boys willing to learn and then suitable times for instruction. The advent of Sgt. Major Prince from the Regular Army to join the School Staff in Feb.'78 will greatly widen the range of activities we will be able to offer particularly in military training and shooting. Other staff changes have occurred during the year. Captain B.J. Little left the Corps after ahnost eight years of devoted service. It is appropriate to record here the sincere
thanks of Cadets and Officers for the enormous amount of work he did on behalf of the CCF. The Rev. D.J. Barnes will be joining the Corps in the near future and we look forward very much to the help he will give us. The Chaplain has the experience of commissioned service in the RAF to draw upon. As one of the most important quahties of an officer is to be versatile and adaptable, and to be able to cope with rapid change he should have no problem settling in as a "Blue j o b " among so many "Brown jobs". Well, it is now head down and shoulder to the wheel for the next year. Our Senior NCO's have all left and we thank them for the great work they have done. The next group is very keen to step into their boots. We must now get our heads together and think of all the interesting and worthwhile things to do! Major J.B. Hughes
CONSERVATION For the past four years, the boys from the upper part of the School have been actively participating as members of our own Conservation Corps. During this time a number of projects have been tackled and these are set out below in chronological order. i. Removal of scrub from Meopham Downs to provide clearings in which various animals and plants could thrive. ii. Removing water cress from a slow moving stream at Langley Park Farm to induce the return of waterfowl. (See photo.) iii. Helping to clear the overgrown churchyard at Qiart Sutton. iv. Clearing overgrown allotments in Sutton Valence so that they could be re-utihsed by parishoners. V. Helping to clear the back terraces of the Sutton Valence Post Office and pruning old apple trees, vi. Documenting the inscriptions on the gravestones in Sutton Valence Churchyard to conserve local history. J.S.E.F.
SOCIETIES In the summer term the Aeronautical Society increased-its activities and membership. This year we again concentrated on Kites, making good position and air currents at the bottom of B.M. Sadly our activities were rather limited during the Christmas and Lent terms due to some bad weather, but the time was well spent in the society head quarters in Founder's House. Although, with a few notable exceptions, the standard of Art was not as high as would have been liked, the Art Society grew in strength towards the end of the year, until by the end of the summer term, it comprised 30 members. The aim of most was one of enjoyment rather than serious use of talent. The Badminton Club has had a good year. Thanks chiefly to the enthusiasm, tolerance, quiet persistence and efficiency of "Sam" Ip, we have played more matches than usual this year, including Juniors in the team as well as Seniors. Although we shall be losing most of our Senior players next year, we are encouraged by the thought that there are still plenty of keen up-and-coming Juniors to take their place.
Enthusiasm for Bee-keeping has increased dramatically this year with many more requests for membership than we can accommodate, and it is hoped that some of the junior members will have the opportunity to participate in future years. This summer term started off badly as we lost the three hives of bees which we had carefully nurtured through the winter, due to starvation following the cold Easter. However, on the 18th May we were recompensed with a swarm from Headcorn and this was later united with another swarm from Staplehurst thus making a stronger colony now housed in a double brooded WBC hive. (WBC being the initials of the person who invented this type of hive: W. Broughton Carr). Members of the society visited Mr. Richard Hollands' apiary at Higham, Rochester on May 18th and were allowed to inspect some of his hives. We also saw one of his colonies housed in a traditional skep. On May 27th we were very pleased to welcome an Old Suttonian, Mr. Richard Still (O.S. 1949 Founder's), who learnt his bee-keeping techniques from the English master of the time, Mr. A.B.
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Francis Drake" by P. Taylor and "Russia under the last Czars" oy D. Swarbrick. Under the patronage of A.R.D., the President and the Hon. Sec. the History Society looks forward to further lectures in the coming terms. With a large number of new members, the Pottery Society has devoted some time to teaching the art, and under the helpful assistance of Mrs. Piper original pieces, both hand made and wheel thrown have emerged with interesting contours, patterns and glazes. The Lent term saw the advent of a new society, "Utopia". The idea came from a "Suttonian" committee meeting, where the subject digressed bitterly to the lack of intellectual interest in the School. We felt that outside lessons and sport there was not enougli activity by and entertainment for the boys. The Hunting Society is still at a low ebb, and up till now there has been no forum for sensible discussion in any depth. Andy Betts therefore suggested the formation of a club to invite speakers to informal and intimated discussions on pohtics, philosophy, literature and culture, and also to get ourselves out ot the School to see plays and visit exhibitions and galleries. A meeting was called, the Society was christened, and a nucleus membership enrolled. Such a core will, we hope, provide the necessary catalyst to stimulate activity and interest. A committee of Andy Betts (Chairman), Ben Brown (Secretary), Willie Knocker, John Lyne-Pirkis and Mark De La Torre was elected. We have no master in charge because we feel that a society like this should come from and be run by the boys. But we are grateful to ANGR for his support of the idea, and to the Headmaster for his advice and encouragement. There remains the danger, however, that coming years will have no interest in this venture. "Utopia" must not be a passing whim: younger years wdl always be more than welcome to meetings. We were pleased to have Mr. John Wells M.P., who has sat for the Maidstone constituency for 18 years, as the speaker at our inaugural meeting in the Summer Term. In a Uvely discussion with an audience of 30, he outlined the Tory view on the Unions, the previous night's by-elections at Grimsby and Ashfield, the Monarchy, and his own views on front bench Tory talent and the famous Ted Heath split. He also explained the role of the constituency M.P. extensively. The following Friday Mr. John Burnett, Liberal Candidate for Maidstone, spoke in a more philosophical vein of the job of democracy: to produce concensus government and national unity. The largest and most excitable audience was inevitably drawn to question the Labour Candidate, Mr. Richard Evans (O.S.) Having denounced the National Front, he gave the Sociahst view on education, defence, the monarchy and the car industry. The 3 one and a half hour sessions were all very relaxed, and the stance of the parties attacked, queried and understood. Later in the term we welcomed the Rev. David Steven to defend the accusation that rehgion does more harm than good. Under the chairmanship of James Lebon the Hunting Society has had something of a quiet year. Several routine debates were held in the first two terms of the year, but support seems to be dwindling for the internal home-grown product! The special debates with Ashford School draw more spectators but not as many speakers as one would like. Despite a desperate lack of practice our Observer Mace Competition pair, Ben Brown and Mark Brown, acquitted themselves well at Cranbrook in the Zone finals, but were pipped by the girls of Ashford School — obviously they had treated the 'Specials' more seriously than ourselves. We hope to wrest the "Talking Teapot" from their grasp next term.
Derrick. Mr. Still gave the members of the society an informal talk on bee-keeping and very generously gave the School a five-framed nucleus from his good-natured Lincoln bees, which incidentally are excellent weather forecasters. On Speech Day the bee-keeping society mounted an exhibition in the Science block which included an observation bee-hive; interestingly enough, the queen chose that very afternoon to take .off on her nuptual flight. J.S E.F. NB. The bee-keeping society would like to hear from other O.S. bee-keepers. The Book Binding Activity started in September 1976 and the work has been mainly repairing library books and making a series of magazines mto books. The work is not as easy as it may at first appear to be' a high degree of accuracy is needed in measurement and cutting; also a great deal of care is required in making and fitting the new covers. The encouragement of M.E.F.P. and the Bursar is greatly appreciated. The Bridge Club has run three tables this year. We came 14th out of 21 teams in the Kent Qiampionships, our second best position ever! Our Friday evening friendly Duplicate games of mixed Staff and boys has continued to be very popular and successful. The Wednesday Club has been well supported by the younger members of the School. We look forward to seeing some of them in the -School Team in the not too distant future! This year we say farewell to 3 of our bid hands (!). Lovelace, Loggie and Lebon. We shall miss them. We wish them many happy evenings of Bridge in the future, and we thank them for their loyal support here at School. The Driving Course is a highly valued activity for a number of boys during the winter terms, who find the group tuition sound experience, eventually leading to their Driving Tests. Horse Riding continues to be a popular activity and we are grateful to Mrs. Scott, at nearby Ulcombe, for providing us with the facilities on very reasonable terms. Ornithology continues to interest a small group of boys and regular visits were again made to Langley Park Farm, with the kind permission of Mr. P.W. Chambers. The annual report shows just what an interesting area it is, detailing records of 114 species identified there during 1976, including Ruff and Short-eared Owl. Of the 43 species known to breed, the Snipe was the most notable this year. As usual, the Sutton Valence Golf Society, under the guidance of Mr. Horn, is starting to function again. The four-hole course on B.M. is improving with age (although still not up to Wentworth standards), and was host at the end of the Lent Term to the Sutton Valence Open, won by T.C. Padley. This term, there will be the usual visit to Ashford G.C. to play with the O.S., and we hope to enter a team for the Kent Schoolboys Championship, now under new management, which was not played last year Finally, due to the success of the Sutton Valence Open, it is hoped that another competition, possibly an inter-House one, will be staged during the term. The History Society was founded in 1961 and has been in existence for sixteen years. The desire for a society to promote an interest in history was felt by those boys and masters working in that field, and today all enthusiasts in the school are invited to come to the termly lectures. These meetings, held at present in Valence House, have a reputation for their delightful informahty and varied subject matter. Recent lectures included: "Tlie Peninsular War" by A.D. Enraglit-Moony, "Caesare Borgia" by D. Foster, "Sir 18
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UNIVERSITIES
In view of the narrowness of today's 'A' level science syllabus B.J.L. and G.G.A. thought, quite rightly, it would be right to introduce a science society to the School, thus the Edgar Mountain Society, named after the distinguished Old Suttonian was born. Five lectures from visiting academics were arranged: these were on various topics outside the syllabus but of interest to all scientific students from mathematicians to biologists. The first lecture, given by Dr. Isenberg of Kent University, encompassed all these disciplines. He talked about soap films, showing not only the affinity they have for covering the least surface area but also explaining the physics of surface tension and colour dispersion. T o supplement this programme of lectures, there were also two internal meetings given by students and masters on subjects which interested them. It is hoped that in the future more students will give such talks. We were extremely fortunate this year to have a good set of lectures which were all well attended. We look forward to the coming year in hopes for further enlightening excursions into the highways and by-ways of science. Thanks are due to B.J.L. and G.G.A. who arranged the programme and also to those who kindly gave up their time to come and talk; Dr. Isenberg: 'Problem solving with soap film'. Prof. Chisholm: '1 + 3 + 9 + 27 + . . . ?' Dr. Cragg: 'Scientific cartoons' Dr. Robmson: 'Instanteaneous reactions'. Dr. Freedman: 'The origin of life' Internal meetings: John Dimond,'Beetles'. Stephen Cookson.'Men and Machines'. Mark Hughes,'The Entertaining Election'. G.W. Kemsley, 'Alternative energy sources'. B.J.L..'Why geometry?' G.G.A.,'Extraterrestrial visits?' Graeme Kemsley
About three-quarters of those in the Upper Sixth apply for University each year, of which perhaps half are successful. The other half include optimists, those who withdraw, and those whose 'A" level results are inadequate; some of these eventuaUy achieve University places later on. Most boys are reahstic in their applications but a few do not fully appreciate what a 3 year academic grind can entail. Most boys get some kind of offer, though some Faculties such as Medicine are notoriously difficult to get into. There is much variation among the Universities in the methods of admission: some interview candidates, some • don't: entry standards differ. 1 keep "score cards" in the West Gallery and make some statistical survey each year, but experience teaches me to distrust my own records. Sometimes the bush telegraph is helpful, though often it is misleading. Some boys get admission through the U.C.C.A. 'clearing house', and it is occasionally possible to get entry, provided 'A' levels are adequate, at the last moment if faculties find themselves unexpectedly short. No one who seriously considers University should give up trying. 1 spend some time going to Universities to find out something about them, and Admission Tutors are invariably helpful. Often 1 find myself answering rather than asking questions, as University dons find it interesting lo hear about what goes on at the other end of an U.C.C.A. form. 1 can of course only see comparatively few people, and the personal contacts are fleeting, but at least 1 can try to describe the places and the atmosphere to candidates from Sutton Valence. In the last two years 1 have visited Oxford and Cambridge (both for the third time). Edinburgh, Dundee, Aberdeen, Sheffield, Birmingham, East Anglia, Essex, Sussex, Queen Mary College, and the independent University College of Buckingham. 1 estimate 1 have now been to nearly half the 50-1- Universities. These have, I hope been useful visits, certainly they have been highly enjoyable. M.H F.
THE INDUSTRIAL CONFERENCE
A PERSONAL VIEW What 1 expected of the industrial conference, 1 am not with an adult leader from industry. Mine .was a young quite sure, but what I got, above all, were some simple chemistry graduate from Kimberly-Clark called Chris insights and lessons about industry and life. My two main Porter. We introduced ourselves, two of our group being conclusions were firstly that if there is one word that sums girls, one of whom declared her hobbies to be learning to up the future and prosperity of Britain, it is 'industry' and drive and running people over! Anyway, the conclusion of secondly that I and all my contemporaries owe at least a our talk was that one always has to avoid conflict, a consideration to a career directly concerned with making problem that Chris continually illustrated by hitting his things to sell. At a time when there are more non-productive fists painfully together. We also talked about leadership — than productive workers, it is futile and hypocritical to what makes a man like Jim Callaghan (it might of course be criticise, if we have closed minds towards any possible "Maggie" by the time you are reading this) tick: we came career in manufacturing. up with everything from ability to how tall you are' The conference was opened by Mr. Albert Powell, The second afternoon was devoted to lectures, the apparently a professed Marxist. 1 had an interesting management and trade union point of view and "the argument with him after his speech, where he seemed to Productivity Movement", (about which 1 can tell you think that all other countries would have to go socialist precisely nothing, not understanding a word this lecturer before we ever could. Hardly the revolutionary ARD had said). The evening consisted of a fascinating "Any promised us! Questions?" type panel session with the afternoon's speakers who had every conceivable question about industry On the next morning we were shown a film called thrown at them. I enjoyed two moments in particular. The 'Problems with People' which, with an Australian sound first was when the Trade Union speaker got into deep track and poor acoustics, might as well have been in waters talking about his ideals and exclaimed defiantly: "1 Itahan! Still, we got the gist of it — mostly human won't change my views, at least not in my life-time." The confrontations such as a young boss telhng his older second was when one of the panel (an Industrial Chaplain subordinate to stop reading the paper when he should be by trade) severely reprimanded a student's description of the working. This was discussed in ten groups of eight, each 19
'74 miners' strike demands as "outrageous". 1 have a lot of respect for Industrial Chaplains now. The third and last day must have been one of the most informative that 1 have ever spent. We started with a film about a building site where a carpenter had been sacked for disobeying an order. This brought about a strike, and demands from the unions for re-instatement of the carpenter (Ken), better site conditions, a pay increase, and an end to demarcation violations. After this the ten groups paired up, one acting as the Union and the other as management to continue the unfinished story of the film. We, as the management, first suggested burning Ken and thought about this again later in the day! But we decided that we could not re-mstate Ken without having our orders disobeyed in the future but that we could concede on all the other demands When we met the unions I became the tough, unfeehng capitalist boss which horrified me as a hopeful Socialist! We resorted to tricks like getting the sun in their eyes and not letting them sit down, though we soon offered our seats and shook hands warmly when we saw we were in deadlock. Our dehberations took us down numerous bhnd alleys such as refusing a pay increase on the grounds of the Social
Contract, which sent the Unions off ringing up Len Murray about It and us swearing he was on hohday. In fact they could not give a damn about Ken, and with one Unionist in desperate need of his lunch we agreed not to re-mstate Ken, but to meet the other demands. Though some of my colleagues wished that they had burned Ken, we got a good settlement considering that one other group managed to end up by sacking all their employees and another triggered off a national strike. 1 suspect that might be the story of British industry - but 1 also learnt that the ridiculous reasons for strikes that one hears about, such as the dismissal of one man, are usually the spark of much greater tensions. The conference was brilliantly rounded off by Sir Monty Finniston with certainly the best speech that I , and I gather many others, have ever heard. This marvellous extracurricular initiative would never have been possible without the time and talent of our untiring group leaders, lecturers, and caterers. Many congratulations and thanks to all, and an especial vote of gratitude to A.R.D., our resident Careers "Supremo". Ben Brown
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LECTURES the establishment, whether one likes it or not. Almost any j o b is covered by some kind o f union or union contact, and Mr. Powell thought little o f those w i t h i n , who criticised Trade Unions but never tried to take any part in theu- affairs. The young should understand, become involved w i t h and be constructive towards the unions. The movement, Mr. Powell appealed in his peroration, desperately needs the new ideas of the young to help it adapt to the technological 80's. "The Trade Unions are a necessity i n our society, f o r the individual alone cannot achieve a higher wage rate or whatever w i t h o u t unionising, thus we must all play our part w i t h i n industry and the unions,"concluded M i . Powell. Ben Brown
A. E . POWELL, ESQ. Wlicn Vic l - c i t l i c r came lo speak three years ago it was in the heavy atmosphere of the miner's strike o f 1974 which was splitting the nation and forcing a general election. But Mr Powell arrived at the end o f the year o f the remarkable agreement between the T.U.C. and government to the AViVo pay limit and a year m which Britain's strike record was one o f the best in Europe. However, many were still muttering about disproportionate Trade Union power, using that very strike o f 1974 as the centre-piece o f their argument. We had been told by A . R . D . that Albert Powell was a Marxist, and that his brief was to be as controversial as he Uked. Thus, most o f the audience, bracing themselves f o r a rip-roanng version o f the Communist manifesto (and still promising to listen w i t h an open m m d - and, 1 suspect, fascmation) were disappointed. In fact, what we were given was a largely non-political analysis o f the New Trade Union movement. The only time Mr Powell showed any hint o f his pohtics was in his sarcastic opening hne, "outside this delightful school there are 1 1 m i l l i o n workers and their dependents w h o m we represent . . . " He added that we had a distorted view of the unions f r o m the media, and that 90% o f Trade Union problems were not o f the movement's making The " M a s h p o i n t " as he called i t , usually resulted f r o m a government or management decision. He therefore condemned the kick o f consultation w i t h unions in industry, and emphasised the need for personal, and not just technical, management. Referring to the feeling o f some that there is too much union power, Mr. Powell explained that the government is the largest employer in Britain and so has a vested interest m good industrial relations. Speaking as a devoted parhamentarian he saw the co-operation o f the Trade Unions and the government as a vital ingredient to our economic recovery. The T U.C. had, since the second World War, become highly involved in aspects o f government such as prices and wages pohcies, and this was right. Another area was sex equahty, and Mr. Powell briefly digressed to applaud the recent government legislation, but to deplore the small p r o p o r t i o n of women trade-unionists. Mr. Powell then moved on to the message o f his speech: - how we, as the ne.xt generation, should f i t in w i t h the Trade Union movement. Most of the y o u t h o f today w o u l d change jobs two or three limes before retirement, and he again criticised his colleagues, this time f o r their reluctance to have people transfer f r o m one j o b to another. He enlarged on his hopes f o r a new Union philosophy, when he said that they should be (and he hoped always had been) concerned w i t h technological change, thinking o f the 1980's and not o f romantic tales f r o m the movement's history. " A n y union, or sector o f industry", he said " t h a t can not condition itself to technology w i l l go under." This, perhaps not so strangely, was the basic Ihemc o f Sir M o n t y I'inniston, when he spoke f r o m the management side o f industry kiter i n the week. Mr. Powell concluded that the Trade Union's j o b is to "articulate for the inarticulate", and that Trade Unions are part o f
SIR MONTY FINNESTON, F.R.S. (Former Chairman o f the British Steel Corp.) At the time when this conference was first introduced in 1973 there was national concern about the lamentably f e w potential managers entering British Industry and industry's consequent weakness. One o f the reasons then f o r holding the conference was to open students' eyes to the 'Challenge o f Industry' and so perhaps attract more talent to the top strata o f industry; this w o u l d h o p e f u l l y improve the prospects o f our industry. Three years on however circumstances have deteriorated further and w i t h the prospect o f the whole o f British Leyland closing down one wonders what kind o f future, i f any, there is f o r British Industry. Prospects indeed seem gloomy; Sir Monty Finniston came then w i t h the awesome task o f explainmg how British Industry might become viable and in so doing present a challenge f r o m which we must not run. Sir M o n t y began by analysing our present financial crisis, saying tliat this was a symptom, and not a cause, o f our unsatisfactory industrial performance. To remedy this it was necessary f o r our exports to exceed our imports and to achieve this we had to produce goods and services which people wanted to buy. Being poor in natural resources it was necessary to import materials and through our skills manufacture goods f o r export and thus create our wealth. In the past, however, this had not been done e f f i c i e n t l y . Sir M o n t y asserted, quoting as an example the steel industry which still required much modernisation i f it was to compete efficiently. He pointed out that modernisation would cause a 50% increase in production w i t h only half the manpower. However w i t h greater mechanisation there would be problems w i t h the integration o f men and machines. Sir Monty referred to the case where men had to stand on the production line, two hundred yards apart, seeing that all was going well but in fact bored silly and longing for an accident! Thus to achieve greater efficiency one had to aim f o r greater integration by varying men's jobs or supplying music to the furnace men, suffering f r o m the sohtude o f their control r o o m . While cmphasing the necessity for greater mechanisation. Sir M o n t y made it clear that he was concerned as much as the Unions about the consequent redundancies and to this end he pointed to the
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need f o r providing employment in new and developing mdustries. Our speaker suggested that wo should concentrate our e f f o r t s on the manufacture o f high value products requiring high levels o f technology. In the field o f research and development the United Kingdom was a fore-runner, he commented, investing .£1500 milhon over the last twenty years. But where, he asked, were the fruits o f our skills? Sir Monty referred to the British invention o f the computer; why was Britain not a major world supplier o f computers? Here was an example indicative of the skill and know-how of which we were not taking advantage. Next, Sir Monty pointed to Japan, which t h i r t y years ago was a defeated and bankrupt nation, but now enjoyed a higher standard o f living than us; adding d r y l y that i t was no use saying, "Well, we weren't beaten in the war." The reason behind Japan's success was that she learned quickly f r o m other industrial nations, applying her new knowledge and then creating, through efficiency, many prosperous industries and thence a prosperous country. To be efficient like Japan, i t was necessary, Su Monty continued, to be forever changmg and adapting to change. This not only applied to industry but to our society as a whole, which
expected too much f r o m our outdated institutions. In this connection Sir Monty drew our attention to the Unions and management, and said he behevcd b o t h to be deficient He did not, he added, intend to interfere w i t h the Unions (though they would gaily interfere w i t h anything) but would comment that he beheved them to be reahstic and responsible although they have yet to play their f u l l part in society - especially concerning the adaptation to change. Management, Su Monty remarked, was demoralised and failing to communicate, one could not simply pat the heads o f 50,000 steel workers and send them home w i t h a Christmas bonus and expect peace. "People are d u m b , " he asserted, "and must be given lessons on how to speak," adding, in an experienced tone, " i l takes a long time to teacli anybody anything". Thus I t was a question of continuous change i f British Industry was to be prosperous, but Sir Monty emphasised that leadership would come only f r o m each individual. "Depend on yourself, not on others," he advised in conclusion, leaving us w i t h a motto which is perhaps the very essence o f a prosperous nation. Bryan Bocsc
SIX JOURS EN FRANCE
Nous avons voulu deux jours pour retoumer a Calais. Ayant dit au revoir, nous nous sommcs mis cn route, el sommes arrives a Chartres a six heures du soir. Nous avons beaucoup mange et assez bu ici, a un restaurant agreable. L'addition a coCite le double! Le lendemain matui nous avons visile la cathcdialc incroyable de Chartres et la cathedrale de Beauvais ct son horloge magnifique. A Calais M. Day nous a paye un repas trcs satisfaisaiu. suivi d'une traversec terrible! Enfin, il est tres difficile dc dire exaclcmcnl cc que nous avons appris pendant cette semainc un pcu dc culture, d'histoire (au sujet de la guerre surlout!), et nalurcllcmcnl du vocabulaire (nous avons mcme cssayc dc parlci fran^ais entre nous!). Nous croyons qu'il est absolumcnt ncccssairc de vivre la langue et d'etre enveloppe de la vie fran^jaisc, non seulement de grammaire fran^aise' Nous voulons remcicici M. Day beaucoup de tout son travail dans roiganisatioii el I'execution de ce projet. Ben Brown Mark dc la Tone Chris Newport
Notre professeur. Monsieur B.R. Day, nous a propose une idee tres interessante au debut du trimestre d'ete 1977. II voulaitnous amener a St. Nazaire pendant "la semaine des carrieres'", parce que nous, le Lower Sixth, n'etions que trois. Nous avons. decide de voyager par le chemin le moins cher — en voiture, et en faisant du camping. A six heures et demie du matin nous avons done pris I'aeroglisseur pour traverser la Manche de Ramsgate a Calais. Apres avoir roule cinq cents milles ce meme jour nous sommes arrives a St. Nazaire, mais nous avons du dresser la tente a I'exterieur du terrain de camping parce qu'il etait tard. Nous avons partage notre temps entre les repas, les visites et la plage — quel travail! Cependant, une de nos missions etait de trouver des reuseignements au sujet du raid sur St. Nazaire, en mars 1942, ou le pere de Mark de la Torre etait un des commandos. Le premier objectif de I'attaque etait de detruire la cale seche geante, qui etait la seule ou le grand destroyer "Tirpitz" pGt aller en radoub. L'autre objectif etait d'attaquer le grand nid de sous-marins la. Ainsi avons-nous rendu visite a M. Jean Guitton, qui etait le depute-maire de la ville et un combattant de la Resistance. II nous a montre tons ses souvenirs de la guerre, y compris quelques photos magnifiques, surtout une du "Campbeltown", le destroyer anglais, quand il avait eperonne cette cale seche. Le lendemain, mardi, M. Guitton nous a fait visiter la cale seche et a decrit ce qui etait arrive il y a trente-trois ans. Nous avons aussi vu le pont neuf, long et magnifique de St. Nazaire, qui enjambe la bouche de la Loire. Les deux premiers soirs de notre sejour, nous avons ete invites a diner chez Jacqueline, une amie de M. Day, avec trois autres Franjais - un homme tres drole qui s'appelle Lecoq; Joseph, un professeur d'anglais et Georges. La premiere soiree nous avons chante des chansons de Georges Brassens a la fin du repas. Nous avons remarque que les dmers fran9ais sont beaucoup plus longs, relaches et agreables qu'en Angleterre. II y a aussi beaucoup a boire. La deuxieme soiree on nous a donne des langoustines et du crabe que seul Ben Brown n'a pasaime. Le lendemain nous avons invite les quatre Franfais a dmer a un restaurant, a cause de leur generosite. lei nous avons eu le courage de gouter aux cuisses de grenouilles! Nous croyons que c'est a ces diners ou Ton pent apprendre beaucoup de fran§ais; et voir les Frangais, leur langue et leur traditions. Nous avons aussi nage un peu, visite le cimetiere des soldats anglais morts a St. Nazaire, et scrute les grands magasins au centre-ville, mats, prudemment, nous n'avons rien achete!
EXCHANGE VISITS TO BEAUVAIS : 1977 (Pilot Scheme) Thanks to the Maidstone Twinning Committee, we have started up an Exchange Scheme with the Institution du St. Esprit, a boys' boarding school in Beauvais (Oise). which is approximately one hour's journey from Pans. At Easter, 1977, a party of 20 boys (from Lower 4th. Upper 4th and 5th Forms), accompanied by Mr Day, went over to France and stayed with their counterparts for 15 days. Nearly all visited Pans at least once, and one lucky chap was taken skiing by his family. There were very lew who did not enjoy the trip very much indeed, and all of us learnt a little, and some of us a great deal, about the Ficnch language, culture and cuisme. We then had all but 2 (due to illness) of the Fiench boys back here for a fortnight at the end of July. The journey to Beauvais for some of us took as little as 3 hours from home to home, since we flew direct Lydd-Beauvais. The cost involved was the an fare, pocket money, and reciprocal entertainment of the correspondent. As a principle we attempted to keep the boys with their respective families and not meeting together, so that they would be able to profit from the maximum exposure to the language. Problems which arose were few, and we have been sufficiently encouraged by the success of the venture to continue the scheme next year. B.R D 21
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Force and the Community Service scheme. The Headmaster now turned his attention to the introduction of Sir John Read, the guest of honour. He particularly welcomed the opportunity of inviting such a leading industrialist to Sutton Valence, as the School has been very active in educating the boys about the needs of Industry and the career opportunities that exist within it, and he urged masters and boys alike to put an end to the apparent ahenation between schools and industry. Mr. Grafton then rose to invite Sir John Read, Chairman of EMI, to address the parents and boys. Sir John said that he came from Industry bearing good news of wide opportunities for people with a varied amount of differing talents, and he urged the boys to consider these many openings for a career in Industry. " I t is not easy to make the correct choice of a career, he said, but one of the most important factors should be job satisfaction, and balancing this with the desired standard of life: one should also remember, he urged, that a way of life dictated by a job must absorb the leisure life as well. Reminding us that the country's economic state leaves much to be desired, Sir John hoped that each individual would play his part in the ambitions of the country and help democracy itself to work. Towards this end he urged everyone to take an active interest in the affairs of the country and to speak up for their own points of view. Sir John considered three quaUties essential for success: human understanding, self discipline and, most of all, leadership. "There are no bad soldiers, just bad officers," he reminded us. Returning to Industry, he spoke once more of the opportunities and the importance of industry in our modern era. Choosing a career is, of course, uppermost in the minds of all school leavers, and he cited some of the various possibiHties — education, the city, the services — but looked upon industry as the finest challenge to young men. It has provided many goods for the well-being of the community and much beneficial change has come about through industry's struggles. He mentioned the electronic calculator, now some £200 cheaper than when it first appeared on the market, the telecommunications network, the Xerox copier and EMl's special contributions to the development of television and X-ray machines as well as the propagation of the Beatles. To work in Industry, with all its risks, involves much courage and integrity. Sir John concluded with an appeal for all to work at full capacity for the nation and the world, asking each boy to consider Industry, where much good can be done and success attained. He then proceeded to give away the prizes. GGA/Richard Brown.
Mr. Peter Grafton (OS), Chairman of the Governors, welcomed all present, especially the Headmaster on his return from his sabbatical term. The Headmaster then rose to speak, and expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome which he and his wife had received on their return to Sutton Valence; they were most grateful for the opportunity of a sabbatical and had returned to the fray greatly refreshed. The Headmaster then welcomed everyone to Speech Day, and hoped that they would not find the occasion too tame compared to the extravaganza of the Quatercentary Celebrations. Several staff changes for the end of term were then announced and, after thanking Mrs. Dennis, Christopher Thatcher and Graham Brown for their contributions to life in the School, the Headmaster went on to pay tribute to Derek Simmons and Robert Coutts, both of whom have served Sutton Valence for over twenty years: "When Derek Simmons came to the School, Art was at a very low ebb. It was thought to be a soft option, and boys had to work more or less on their own if they were keen on it. perek soon changed all that, and has had outstanding success in the Department, as those who saw last year's special Exhibition will have recognised. He it was, too, who first helped also to raise the Woodwork, then just in an old shed, to the respectability it enjoys in the Craft Centre today. In addition to that, Derek ran the school Cricket for some years, and has continued to encourage and help the younger boys right up to his retirement. He has always been ready to put his talents generously at the disposal of staff and boys. We thank him for the great contribution he has made to the life of the school, and wish Mm and Sheila well in their retirement. "And then, Robert Coutts. One thinks of Robert as a complete schoolmaster - there is so much that he has entered into over the years he has been at Sutton Valence: his efficient running of the Geography Department, his service in the C.C.F., twenty years running the shooting with outstanding success, Housemaster of Bennett, help with the games, adviser on the School gardens, and so I could go on. To me personally he has been the greatest help as my Assistant, efficiently preparing the Calendar and the Blue Book, and carrying out uncomplainingly so many other thankless tasks. I think of Robert as a most conscientious schoolmaster and a man of integrity. I am glad that he will be teacliing part time next year and helping in other ways, and I know that you will all join me in thanking him, and wishing him and Elizabeth a happy semi-retirement." The Headmaster then gave a brief review of the past year at Sutton Valence. The atmosphere was good, and he praised the spirit and the common sense of the boys, saying that their attitude to life was so much better now than that of their counterparts in the late sixties. Commenting on reports and examination results, he went on to say that the work and effort of the boys had been good too, and that as much pleasure was drawn from the successes of the less able, achieved by hard work and good teaching, as from the results of those more gifted. The Headmaster then mentioned the successful year the School has enjoyed on the games field, - a highly successful Cricket X I led by Mark Benson, who must be one of the outstanding schoolboy players in the country, our most successful Hockey X I ever and our best Rugby season since 1972. Athletics, too, was improving rapidly, and 1977 was our most successful season yet for Squash. Other areas of activity were also thriving, notably the Cadet
PRIZEWINNERS FORM I I FORM III
P. R. Anderson A. M . Copson (and Reading Prize and Distinction Prize) Distinction Prize M . J. Plommer T. Winch
F O R M LOWER I V S. D. Courage (and Distinction Prize) T. J. M . HiUs R. R. Orpin Distinction Prize M . S. Parrett F O R M UPPER I V R. J. Bedford (and Distinction Prize) J. P. M . Dismorr P. G. New (and Reading Prize and Distinction Prize) Distinction Prize S. M . Batten K. Ng M. J. C. Sherrard (2) M . J. West
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R. Best (and two Distinction Prizes) J. W. Miles (and Distinction Prize) Distinction Prize Akhlaghi Bishop 1. Bristow-Smith G. Burge P. Chaplin P. Farrance O. Harrison J. Swarbnck J. S. Watson M. H . Coote C U R R E N T A F F A I R S PRIZES P. G New A. M . Copson D. O. Machin
Angell Prize (Mathematics) Economics Prize Grizelle Prize (History) Art Prize Geography Prize Winstanley Prize (Chemistry) Wood Prize (Physics) Derrick Prize (Enghsh Verse Speaking) James Poole Prize (English Story) Music Prize Kingdon Prize (Latin) Kay Prize (German) Clothworkers' Prize
V I F O R M PRIZES Design Prize • W. Kirkaldie Bossom Prize (Spoken English) B. H . Boese Bloxham Prize (English) J.E.Burnett Wheeler Prize (French) M. Brown Biology Prize I . M . Hajjaji
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M. P. Hughes • A , ' J . French S. P. M . Ip D.C.G. Foster M. P. Smith I M . Sutherland S. A . Cookson C. K. Leow C. K Leow B. R. Brown B. R. Brown T. S. T. Foulkes J, C. Turner A. J. Betts J. C Turner A. J Betts J. C. Turner M. R Benson A J. Belts W 1. Knocker D. C. G. Foster G. E. MiUigan 1 M. Sutherland W. 1. Knocker
SUTTON VALENCE MUSIC SOCIETY 1. Taskin Harpsichord Trio. A recital by the Taskin Harpsichord Trio opened our season of concerts this year. The Tno consisted of Priscilla Palmer and Roger Doe who have for many years performed at musical clubs, London recitals and broadcasts, and who also play with the Scherzi Musicali and the 24 Baroque Orchestra, and Robert Vincent, a former organ scholar of Magdalen College, Oxford, who is now Master of the Music at St Martin-in-the-Fields, London and a Professor at the Guildhall School of Music. They presented an evening of Baroque music played on replicas of the original instruments, which included music by Handel, Mondonville, Marais, Corelli, Couperin, Rameau, and Buxtehude. It was a most enjoyable evening's transportation back to the 17th and 18th centuries.
degree from Southampton University before studying at the Royal College of Music. She is also a member of the B.B.C. Singers. It was a pleasing change to hear music of the human voice instead of instrumental music and the soprano solo 'Piangero', from Handel's 'Juhus Caesar' particularly stands out in my mind. 4. Danzi Wind Quintet. This year we were able to enjoy an extra concert which was provided by the Danzi Wind Quintet. This consisted of David Horn, an Old Suttonian, flute, Susan Paul, oboe, Celia Noakes, clarinet, Alan Boxer, bassoon, Alison Orr-Hughes, horn and Judy Spencer, piano. They are all second year music students. Their programme included three shanties by Malcolm Arnold, a piano quintet by Beethoven, a Divertimento by Haydn, La Cheminee du Roi Renne by Darius Milhaud, and Trois Pieces Breves by Jacques Ibert. The audience was extremely appreciative of their polished musicianship.
2. Medici String Quartet. For our second concert this season we welcomed back the Medici String Quartet, who had made such an impression last year. A quartet was formed in 1971 while the four members, Paul Robertson, David Matthews, PaulSilverthorne and Anthony Lewis were students of the Royal Academy of Music, where they were trained by Sydney GriUer. They played the quartet by Mozart, K458, the quartet by Shostakovich, number 8, and the quartet by Ravel, in F. It was yet again an excellent performance by this most talented quartet, who in fact broadcast the next day on B.B.C. Radio 3.
5. Rodney Slatford. The final concert of the season was a lecture recital by the double bass player Rodney Slatford, accompanied on the piano by Clifford Lee. Rodney Slatford first studied the double bass seriously with Eugene Cruft when at sixteen he joined the National Youth Orchestra and then continued his studies at the Royal College of Music with Adrian Beers. He is the co-principal of the English Chamber Orchestra and is Professor of the double bass at the Royal College of Music. In his lecture he included a Sonata by Giovannino, excerpts fromworksby Rossini, Beethoven, Verdi,Stravinsky 'and (jinastera, a Romance and Rondo by Franz Keyper, a Concerto written for him by Alan Ridout, Chanson Triste and Valse Minature by Koussevitsky and he finished his recital with L'Elephant from Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saens. He provided us with an excellent and often amusing evening yet at the same time made us aware of the fascination and function of the instrument. Andrew Betts
3. Michael George and Julie Kennard. Michael George and Juhe Kennard provided our third concert with a programme of duets and baritone and soprano solos by Purcell, Handel,Schubert,Faure,Schumann, Wolf, Walton, and Vaughan Wilhams. Michael George was a chorister at King's College, Cambridge and studied singing at the Royal College of Music. His solo career has taken him to Festivals at Bath, Aldeburgh and Tilford, and also abroad. He is a member of the Purcell Consort of Voices and of the Baccolian Singers. Julie Kennard was born in Newport and gained a music 23
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WINNING ENTRY: MCDONALD PRIZE DOES T H E LABOUR PARTY HAVE A F U T U R E ? It may well seem to many people that Labour has now gone fatenough and that there is little left to reform. Should it revise its philosophy in these modern, technological times? It may also appear that the party cannot survive much longer with its two apparently irreconcilable wings. Would a split be more honest and truthful to the electorate? Can the party stand the Trotskyist infiltration which it is now undergoing? Who is there to continue the battle of the philosophies within the party? What can it look forward to in the next two or three decades? Before we look at the possibility of the great 'split', it is useful to see just how necessary and relevant socialist philosophy of any shade is today. We live, of course, in changing times, a fact which many romantic Socialists would like to ignore. For today, as the late Tony Crosland shows in his book "The Future of Socialism", we have few clear-cut, oppressive and harsh social injustices to compare with those that Macdonald and A ttlee fought against in the first half of this century. Unions have great power now: we have comprehensive schools and a National Health Service; Social Services, Unemployment benefits and pensions are all good. Yet we still have Inner City poverty, deep class divisions and great inequalities. Crosland therefore looked forward to a realistic, constructive ana modern campaign, and not the one of pure 'saeva indignatio', justified by pre-war wrongs. "Kier llardic cannot provide the right focus with which to capture the reality of the mid-20th century world," writes Crosland. But Croslaud is gone now. and one of the Labour Party's Jijticulties is its lack of known philosophers to redefine the aims and aspirations of Socialism '70s style (Crosland wrote in 1956). .Iciikins has disappeared to Brussels from the right, and his loss is balanced by the fading out of poor Michael Foot. Neither Wilson nor Callaghan have ever been philosophers and the only major figure remaining is Tony Benn, and even he is muzzled as a government minister. The battle has been left to the younger men of the Manifesto and Tribune groups. The right wing stance has in fact been taken up by Giles Radice, Johnlloram, Bryan Magee and John Roper in their pamphlet. "What We Must Do". In addition to the normal Social Democratic demands they call for lower top rates of taxation, an Incomes Policy and more incentives. This is the policy of the majority of the I'. L P. and the Cabinet. But there has also been an attempt to form a grass-roots organisation of Labour moderates by Transport Secretary Bill Rodgers, Shirley Williams, and Manifesto group men Ian Wrigglesworth and John Cartwright. But the ' Campaign for a Labour Victory" looks like having little more success than the disastrous Social Democratic Alliance. A useful re-appraisal from the right, then, looks unlikely. Can wc expect anything new from the persistent Tribune group? They certainly look strong, with the familiar faces of Messrs. Ik ltcr. .Xikinson. Mikardo and Kinnock. Their centrepiece is still the 191H Clause 4 - Nationalisation of the means of production, distribution and exchange by democratic control. Naturally they see Capitalism in crisis, and see the need for a class struggle. Import controls, defence of public expenditure (except when it 'son defence), and stimuli to the economy and jobs are their more modern hobbyhorses. But it is obvious that their aspirations of a democratic, fully socialist society have not yet been reached by a long chalk. The policies of Benn and friends are indeed more coherent and clear-cut than those of the right, yet they look just as tired and economically unlikely as they ever did. But its worth remembering that they are the party's conscience, and that they care more than any other Westminster group about human deprivation and hardship. So it is blatantly obvious that there are two Labour parties in parliament. There is the right wing or moderate stance of the Liberal tradition, in pursuit oj radical reform oj the Social Order, political freedom, social justice and the ending of privileges - the socialism Crosland defined as "basically about equality", or in Shaw's words "the economic side of the democratic ideal". Then there is the left wing, more structured view that a just social order cannot be achieved unless a society based on Private property is replaced by one based on social ownership and control. Of course at grass-roots level, the majorhy are of the latter persuasion, but that is not where the battle of philosophies is or will be fought, nor where the spUt will come. If and when the parly does divide, it will be with Labour in opposition, litis IS for two reasons: firstly because m government the moderates have the whip hand and fill most of the jobs, but in opposition the left-wingers take control as policies become more radical (but to be ignored as soon as the party gets back into government). And secondly, because however much the left is in disagreement with the moderates when in government, it will never take really active steps for fear of an election and a Conservative
victory. The fact is that all the signs show that Labour could very well be in for a period of opposition of up to 15 years. The Labour government cannot put off an election until 1979, and it will probably come some time next year. It is unlikely that Mr. Callaghan s 'Golden Decade' will have begun by then, and the Tories, on the showing of Workington, Walsall North and Stechford will gain a landslide. They will then be silting pretty on the "Golden Decade" that Mr. Callaghan couldn't quite hang on for, the nation will prosper, and Labour will be out in the cold. In addition to this, they could well lose 30 or 40 seats to the S.N.P. in Scotland, and it would take them years to regain anywhere near enough seats lo get a majority. This depressing time for Labour would surely be accompanied by a drop in membership (it has already fallen from 1 million to about 300,000, and the narrower the parly base, the further left Labour swings), and an increasing vulnerability to infiltration, or entryism, as it is known in the trade. This is the second great threat to the party, though it is neither as dangerous or likely as that of a party rift. But as we have seen in the constituencies of men like Reg Prentice and Frank Tomney, admittedly extreme Labour right wingers, the parly has been infihrated by self confessed Trolskyists, though it can be any one who has the enthusiasm to turn up to meetings. The Prime Minster has described them as "those elements who misuse the word 'socialism'. . . they are always recognisable by their jargon and their intolerance". His cabinet colleague, Bill Rodgers says they "Care nothing for the survival of our parly as we have known it". The number of Social Democrat M.P.s could be in jeopardy with these men controlling reselection in the constituencies, a proposal likely lo be passed at Conference this year or next. Though Bill Rodgers sees the Tribune Group as a Trojan Horse for the undemocratic 'Outside Left", this extremist threat will be opposed by the whole Labour Party, for the Tribune Group are great democrats and dislike dictatorship as much as anyone. And the infiltrators have been successfully countered, as Julian Lewis, an Oxford post-graduate, was able to show when he brought a Court action against the meeting in Newham North East that dropped Prentice and had it re-convened with new membership. Infiltration is a threat to Labour's future, but the party should be able to deal with it as a small, visible enemy. Working on the assumption that Labour will be in opposition for a number of years, then, how is the party going to develop? Well, we can chart three scenarios for the leadership of the party, and thus its coherence. Labour lose the next election in 1978 or 1979. Mr. Callaghan, at 66 or 67, feels he is too old to lead the party in opposition, and resigns either immediately or after a short spell from the leadership. Now, assuming that the leader is still elected by Labour M.P.s only, a Social Democrat is elected, there being no more Tribuniies than at the time of the Foot I Callaghan election and probably less, as these M.P.s hold marginal seats and many would have suffered from the Tory landslide. But a moderate leader
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call only last SO long in opposition, and certainly not 15 years. The leader resigns, possibly after a Gaitslcell-like struggle where lie tries to "fight and fight again". But the party, swinging more and more left at last adopts Neil Kinnock's proposal of Party Conference electing the leader, which was recently defeated 97 - 43 by the P.LP. A left-winger is thus elected, most probably Tony Benn. The right wing now feel compelled to break away, forming a new parly under Roy Jenkins, Reg Prentice, Bill Rodgers or possibly the dynamic David Owen. The second scenario is that tlie Social Dciiiocrats cling on to the leadership, and an ageing Benn decides to take the plunge and leads a breakaway left-wing party. The third, and most unlikely, is that a left-of-centre man is elected and the party sticks shakily together. Benn is loo profound a thinker and too committed not to go for the leadership of a new party or the whole Labour one. The Labour Party still has a lot of achieve, but the Manifesto and Tribune Groups are striving for very different aims, and sooner or later the party must split, if only to come clean with the electorate. The result could be like the Whig Schism at the beginning of this century that produced the Liberal and more radical Labour parties. Indeed we could end up with a neo-Marxist government not so many years from now. A division would mean that neither parly could govern from some years, but socialists of whatever complexion would be fighting for something they believed in wholeheartedly and British voters would know where they stood. Until that time, the Labour Party has little future, but one of low morale, disillusion and hypocrisy. B. R. Brown (L VI)
EMOTIONS AT A PARTING The eternity of the moment numbs my mind. There I stand; clumsy, giant-like in my uselessness. A smiling, dumb fool Chill breezes stir my mind and fill me with Bursting passion and choking repression. Too quickly and too slowly the last ten minutes Drag and fleet by. The train comes: too late and yet too soon. I could have stood there a second or a century In silent worship and still be undecided. But now, as that perfect vision of beauty retreats Into the distance, I know that it is too late. Andy Belts
T H E BALLAD OF J E N N Y O ' L E A R Y Jenny, Jenny! Her mother calls the name. Her proud and loving father smiles. Crippled though, and lame. And the meagre, saintly girl Runs into open arms; Tickling, prickling, giggling, wriggling. Full of infant charms. Jenny, Jenny! Her teacher calls the name. And the lovely adolescent Reads her essay of acclaim. She blossoms into Spring, Grows shiny, yellow luiir. And loves the world, and all around. And lives without a care. Oh Jenny, kindness, hope and love! Why didn't they leave you be? If they wanted to change it all just then. Why couldn't they leave you be? Jenny, Jenny! The gunman calls the name. And the cold and distant killer Takes well-calculated aim. She knows her cause and brings down That helpless boy in green. And through her hood is proud and glad. Yet by all Ireland seen. Jenny, Jenny! The soldier calls the name. He, gunned-down, bleeding, cries for her. Crippled though, and lame. And she hastes to jail without a fear. Certain they are right. For to help the Catholics win the day. She has to stand and fight. Oh Jenny, kindness, hope and love! Why didn't they leave you be? If they wanted to change it all just then. Why couldn't they leave you be? Ben Brown
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about his life and what he had done and what he was planning to do. He used to speak at length about life in general, and how he believed one should live. People were frightened of him because he was asking them too much. He forced people to look at themselves, and they saw what they had only wanted to hide, and so they were afraid of him because they thought that he knew. They knew inside that he was right, but in their pride they could never actually agree with him, or try to do what he was doing. I saw a procession of horses, their riders each carrying torches. They had followed me to him. I should have known better, but somehow I felt that he wanted it to be this way. He saw them coming too, but said nothing. I admired his tranquillity. How could anyone act this way in the face of such imminent death? He put out the fire and picked up his rifle. I watched him load it, believing that he had changed his mind. But he just sat there, and when the men had ridden closer, he fired his shots high into the air in rapid succession. I watched as the torches scattered and a few seconds later the fire was returned, but they couldn't tell exactly where we were and soon the shooting stopped. Its last echoes fading away into the desert night. The silence returned, but slowly we could hear the sound of their hooves approaching-
We sat and drank tequila in the setting sun, watching two dogs in the dusty street. "He's gone into the desert." They'd been looking for him since dawn. The desert was the obvious place for him to go. A man can hide there, but he can also die there. He would have to come out by tomorrow and then they would get him. The man I was drinking with was the man who wanted him. He did not speak. But still he was calm. He knew that they would get him even though it would not be tonight. The searchers would be back soon, each with a tale of where he had been, and each planning to catch him when he came out of the desert. Why they wanted him I did not know. I asked, but no one would tell me. He was not a criminal As far as I knew he had done no man wrong. I knew where he would be, but told no one. This man was a friend, he had done no wrong, but still they wanted him. I met him at Jumanez when we were both still young men. He wasn't doing anything there, just the odd piece of work to make enough money to live. People hated him even there. If he walked into a room, people would leave. I'd always stay, but then I understood him. He used to frighten them, and now they were hunting him. I asked the man sitting with me why they were hunting him. "Because he's evil, he has done no good here." "But how can you say that he's evil just because he's done no good? He's done no harm, has he? He keeps to himself, interferes with no one. " "He's evil" There was no point in arguing. I would go to him tonight. While the searchers would be drinking, then I would go and find him. He was sitting where I had expected to find him. He was singing quietly to himself - ' It keeps away the animals," he always used to say. He knew that I would come, and so showed no surprise when I spoke to him. "They're still looking for you. " "I know". "What are you going to do?" "I've got to go back. " "But why can't you just go away somewhere else?" "I've been running for too long now. They did this to me at Jumanez, you must remember They did it at Chihuahua, and at Alamos. Oh, so many places. I've been hounded out of every town in this country. " "But why? Why?" "I frighten people. I frighten people because I say the truth, and people are always afraid of the truth." "The man back there, he's not frightened of you." "Everyone's got something to hide. Why else would he want me? I've got to stop running and fight one stand. This is as good a place as any other " "They'll kill you." "I know. But it'll be for a cause, won't it. They won't forget me. Maybe they 'II realize that I was telling the truth. " We fell into silence, there was only the hysterical noise of a cricket and the moon to keep us company. Maybe he was right. There was no point in running. But why should he have to run? So many people in the country would be forever thankful for the things that he had done for them. If ever he saw someone in trouble, he would never hesitate to help. But people said that he caused unrest, he was a trouble-maker. Just because sometimes a crowd of people, mainly children, would gather round him, while he spoke
For the first time I wondered what they would do to me. I hadn't done anything, but then neither had he. I examined the difference between myself and him. He had a power and strength about him which I was totally kicking. It was something that I had seen in no man before. I looked at him again. His face was totally without expression, as if he knew exactly what was going to happen, and then he spoke: "Leave me alone, go to them. " That was all. So I went. I watched the men take him, bind him and put him onto a horse. I went with them back to the town. He never spoke on the way back, and when we arrived he didn't say a word. They took him to the man with whom I had previously been drinking; still, he said nothing. There was nothing that needed saying He knew that they would kill him whatever he said. Perhaps he kept his silence for effect. He had always known how to manipulate people, and already I could see that the man was becoming progressively more and more worried. I recalled my friend's words: "Everyone's got something to hide. He's frightened of me. " I could see then that he was right. Suddenly a fit of anger came over the man. He could not get my friend to say a single word, and his fear grew under the look that he was being given. "Take him, take him away and give him what he deserves." I looked around me at the reactions of the assembled crowd. Most murmured assent and then walked slowly away, and the men who had been searching for him - I could see the delight on their faces. This was their reward, and they too would have the chance to do away with the man who was forcing them to face the ugly truth. But it was the others who fascinated me for a moment. They just walked away and made no noise. I knew that they would not be present at his execution. Not because they did not care but because they were sad. They could see that an injustice was being done, but had no means with which to fight it. There was nothing that I could do either, nor did I wish to see him die. So I returned to where I had been previously; sipping my tequila on the veranda. I watched them take him away. I noticed that their numbers had diminished. But still they dragged him out of the town to kill him I know not how.
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Once again I asked the man what he had done wrong. But he would not answer me as he was deep in thought. Then suddenly he spoke: "You were his friend. What was so special about him, why was he so different?" "No." He didn't understand my answer, and so asked again, agitated. I ignored him again and he fell back into his dream. The party of men returned. They were no longer deliriously happy. They each looked as though something terrible had happened out there in the desert. I wondered
what. They walked past us up the steps. Putting so much effort into every move. "I know what has happened to them and I know why he was killed." It was the man next to me who had spoken. "We killed him because he was too good for us, and they've realized what they've just done." I looked again at the men, standing up against the bar, each one staring straight ahead of him. "He was too good for us!" the man repeated. Mark Brown (UVI)
BRING B A C K T H E For some years now the School Straw Hat has not prospered as it might. In any one summer one can not reasonably expect to see more than three or four 'boaters' floating about the School grounds, but this is hardly surprising when one considers that the Straw Hat has now been completely struck off even the 'optional' section of the School Clothing List where it once was reckoned to be on a par with the School undervest. This is a great pity when one thinks of what the Hat represents; it is after all something of a tradition being the customary head-wear of the Public School Boy and in this way it distinguishes him from the common herd, thus maintaining the dignity of the School Searching through the muniments, the first record to be found of the Hat goes back to 1895 with a photograph of that year's cricket team where the scorer, it seems, sported one. Indeed to him, so I am told, it was necessary equipment; for when acknowledging the Umpire he would tip his Hat. In those days of course the 'basher' - as it was called - was very much on the 'compulsory' list and consequently was regarded with some scorn by my predecessors who thought them most uncomfortable and were forced to suffer them every Sunday on 'the Walk' which was equally compulsory and equally scorned. However, out of the Walks came two traditions. Firstly, there was 'Cock Hat Sunday' - the penultimate Sunday of term - when one wore the Hat a la Maurice Chevalier, almost in an act of defiance. Secondly, there was the rather more radical 'Sign Post Sunday' ~ the last Sunday of term when the thing to do was take the Hat off to every sign post or lamp post one encountered. This ritual developea into an excuse for mistreating the sign posts even to the point of kicking them, no doubt the result of the frustration built up over a term of Sunday Walks. Headmaster T.M. James finally abolished the Sunday Walk in about 1932 and so saved many of the parochial lamp posts which were by
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now falling into disrepair Consequently ~ and perhaps fortunately - these abominations are now things of the past. The 'bashers' remained compulsory, however, until the Second World War, when, owing to their exorbitant price they were made optional. No longer was it a point of honour to get one's Hat in as lousy a condition as possible, but rather to take great pride in it. Several years ago though the thing to do was to pull the Hat over the head in such a way that one could wear it about one's neck, this vogue led to a temporary banning of the oV basher and of course became something of a joke, being associated with silliness. For some time the Hat was regarded with suspicion. This may be illustrated by an experience I had just a few years ago when it was with great difficulty that I convinced my Housemaster that I was not 'pulling his leg' when I asked him if I could go into Maidstone to purchase one. There are, after all, several good reasons for having a Hat. Most importantly, it shields one from the sun when enjoying those gloriously torrid afternoons on "Upper", while at the same timegivinga remarkably smart appearance. In this way it distinguishes the wearer, especially these days when there are so few about. Finally, from a purely financial point of view, it is a sound investment. At ÂŁ7 the price may seem high, but it is quite possible that in fifty years they just will not make them any more and your Straw Hat will be a lasting testimony of the wonderful summers spent 'on the Hill'. Hopefully, more and more students will take up wearing the Hat and indeed many are now attracted by the idea. There can be no doubt that the Hat is anything less than respectable with our Head of School sporting one. So let us hope that the future will see a proliferation of the Hat, thus in a small way preserving the history and spirit of the School Bryan Boese
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WINNING ENTRY: JAMES POOLE PRIZE A FEAR TO K I L L When Cobban arrived in Paris for his second execution in as many days, he managed to put together a performance "just right for a traitor's death" as the critics had said. He simply stood on the stage in a normal suit and stared into the audience waiting for Martinod. Then, when he entered the hall, Cobban gave a radiant, friendly smile which seemed to calm Martinod, and, a moment later, tore off the traitor's shirt savagely. The audience found this symbolism brilliant, and had to be told to stop their applause after a whole minute. When the noise died down Martinod said softly to his executioner, "Quand vous voyez la peur, tout sera fini." The prisoner's expression did not seem to suit what he was saying, and it was almost as if it were somebody else talking through him. Cobban thought little of it at the time, but it always seemed to come back to him in dreams associated with terror.
Wilburt Cobban was a freelance executioner of untarnished repute. The state that wanted an execution of any style and sense of the spectacular would most certainly have hired him. His name was renowned in every civilised country for his supreme skills with the electric chair, the noose, gas and, perhaps his most reverenced speciality, the guillotine. Cobban was a living genius; it was a joy to watch the deftness with which he would place the rope around his victim's neck or strap him into the chair. Though he had his rivals of course, none could approach the sort of atmosphere that Cobban would create - he could actually transmit the terror of his prey to the audience, and I certainly know many people who have walked out the Death Theatre soaked through with sweat. Along with the job went invitations to all sorts of functions, chat shows and interviews. He was a regular member of the 'Any Questions' and 'Just a Minute'panels, and had recently been stopped in the middle of gassing a terrorist by Eammon Andrews for 'This is Your Life'. A great favourite with the ladies, Cobban would appear in interviews for women's magazines with incredible regularity. In short he was an idol. Many were the bedroom shrines to him; walls plastered with posters of him and his victims, and fantastic imitations of his personal guillotine and electric chair, both of which he often used on his commissions. It was a Friday when Cobban came down to breakfast. "Morning, Wilburt," said his wife, Julie, slightly sourly. "I do wish you'd get down a little earlier in the mornings. Your breakfast has been getting cold every day this week. " "I'm sorry, darling," said Cobban apologetically, "I've just been trying to get through my fan mail before ..." His eyes fell upon a huge pile of letters on the kitchen sideboard. "The next lot came?" finished Mrs. Cobban. "They 'II all be about that electric chair thing I went over to Washington for. You know. . . the rapist. It was televised over here, wasn't it?" "Mmm," murmured Mrs. Cobban, now deeply engrossed in her newspaper. Cobban decided to abandon the cold breakfast and glanced through the pile of letters. The first one was, sure enough, thanking him for Wednesday night's entertainment. So was the second. The third was an invitation from a rope manufacturer to advertise his products with the slogan: "R YLAN ROPE WORKS FOR WILBURT COBBAN - IT HAS TO!" The next was a letter in French. He handed it to his wife to translate. "Dear Mr. Cobban, You won't remember me. I am the wife of Georges Martinod, the man you guillotined 9 years ago in Paris. I understand your next execution will be your 500th. Or will it? Remember my husband's words to you? Best wishes, Marie Martinod." Cobban's mind darted back fearfully 9 years to Paris. It had been a dull, ordinary day - the stereotype weather for an execution in fact. Cobban was, even then, an executioner of renown, and had 249 deaths to his credit. He was on a tour of France, executing to packed houses from Calais to Nice, when a French traitor was found guilty of treason and sentenced to the guillotine.
But then, with the masterly glint of evil that was one of his trademarks, Cobban lay Martinod's neck on the block under the sloping blade 15 feet above, and untied the rope holding it there, sending it sliding down like a new ship being launched into the sea. But as the blade travelled, Cobban felt himself almost fainting as he saw Martinod writhing from a heart attack before it reached his fleshy neck. It was a totally new experience for the star. Yes he had seen fear in his victims, of course, but it had never really worried him. He really did not think about it. But Martinod's face was covered now with spittle and vomit; it seemed to burst with terror. His eyes widened the most horrific size. His whole body shook and throbbed, and then went cold and still before the contact of the steel, which sliced cleanly through. "Quand vous voyez la peur, tout sera fini." But Paris was 9 years ago. That afternoon brought (bbban a phone call from the British Home Secretary. "Wilburt? You know that loony they've just sent down? Well, the P.M. wants something really special for the Spanish president to see on his visit. The place will be packed. Could you get something really 'sensational' lined up?" "Well, what sort of a. . ." "An idea came up in Cabinet about a steel rope to cut through the skin. Anyway, Drury Lane Death Theatre tomorrow. O.K.?" Cobban arrived at Drury Lane in a dream, still worried about the strange letter. But when he got into the Death Theatre the riveting atmosphere transformed him. He saw 5 T. V. cameras, a packed press box next to the Prime Minister's special seats on the balcony, but it was the vast bubbling crowd waving posters of their idol and chanting songs about him that so excited Cobban. He emerged a few minutes later from his dressing room in his striking red gown and red hood. The tumultuous roar from the fans was quickly followed by a tense silence. Suddenly a warder dashed onto the stage and whispered to an angry Cobban. "We can't get the bastard out. He's so strong! God, you should see him - he's really off his nut. I'm surprised you didn't hear the screams!" "All right. Bill. I'll sort him out. We'll let the tension mount."
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It was remarkable, Cobban thought, that this was the first time that he had ever been in a death cell He had never sensed the sheer terror of that nightmarishly boring room, the tearing fear of the unknown pain of the last moments, surpassed only by the growmg Knowleage ana hopeless realisation that it was all over, that, as far as the prisoner was concerned, everything in existence was to vanish. Cobban was, for the first time in his happy life, penetrated by this devastating feeling of dread. And now he had to drag out this young man, writhing in the greatest pain man can know. The innocent horror in his darting eyes, the bloody spittle around his lips, the exaggerated trembling of every part of his wrecked body, suddenly smashed Cobban's mentality. It was then that the prisoner, a lad from the East End said his words in a wierdly calm voice:
"Quand vous voyez la peur, tout sera fini. " Cobban ran and ran through the corridor pursued by the deafening, constant scream that had burned down the wall he had built up around his humanity so many years ago. The world gone as it was to have been with his prey, Cobban threw off his awesome hood. He cried, cringing hysterically to the ground. "You're mad. You're not human: thank God I am at last." The startled crowd was stunned. The posters dropped. The cameras drooped. The press box was still The Prime Minister and his guest stared. Cobban slowly crawled to the noose, attached it with no frills to his neck and jumped before the police guards could reach him He had no fear of death. Only of life. Ben Brown (I.VI)
T H E IDEAL OCCUPATION
MAGIC MUSHROOMS
Dust to dust, ashes to ashes. Yet under the lid my Uncle still thrashes. Squirming within his padded cell, Perltaps in rhythm to the funeral bell He tries to shout But he can't get it out. He's lost his voice In the black Rolls Royce, Where the undertaker, stricken with gout. With a night black duster scurries about. He's getting frustrated; Got a man to be cremated. Looks at his watch; Takes a swig of scotch. The death-watch beetle Loves dead people. The ideal occupation In a disease-ridden nation.
Bombs clawed the earth In eruptive birth. Breaking out with tremendous booms. Blossoming forth as the sunflower blooms. Emerging from our poor dung heap As mushrooms from their earthy sleep. And in this dream The slate's wiped clean. And in the glare (To my despair) I espied. Though blistery eyed, God falling from his holy shroud, Dropping through the radiation cloud; And fearing for his soul's salvation He muttered words of redemption. So all died in this confusion So much for fission, and for fusion.
Mark de la Torre
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T H E KESTREL With barred tail depressed and red wings oiilsirctclied. The kestrel hovers high up, set in the sky With the wind rushing through his feathers. His eyes set like jet-black jewels in his grey licad. Scan the landscape, searching for prey. His sliarp talons and hooked beak are ready, ready to kill. His wings and tail are spread, ready to dive, His sharp eyes scan, ready to detect the faintest movement On the patchwork quilt below. The fields are silent, the hedgerows still. In expectation of the kestrel's dive, A mouse breaks the silence and scurries for its hole. Suddenly the kestrel swoops. The mouse looks up to its certain death. Its unblinking eyes filled with terror, A sudden scurry, a sudden flash of red. Then the kestrel flies up in triumph, Irito the dull, cloudy sky. A ndrew Copson 31
A VIEW FROM D O W N UNDER Mr. Graeme Brown has been spending a year's leave of absence with us from Sydney, Australia. Although a tall and athletic nwn, he walks slowly and deliberately and fias a calming influence on those around him. But his greatest asset is his informality and easy-going nature. He will laugh when boys shout "And it's Lillee bowling" across the pitch where he is umpiring an Under 13 cricket game He even waves if someone yells impolitely "Hi, Bruce!". In his year here, this bouncy Australian has brought an interesting outside view to Sutton Valence, and we have all benefitted from this youthful breath of fresh air. Mr. Brown was educated at the School in which he now teaches: Newington College, Stanmore, about four miles from the centre of Sydney. He left as a boy in 1961, and though never a playing sportsman, was a keen rugby referee, and oarsman (until he grew too tall and skinny} and became Vice-Captain of the School He spent the intervening years studying pharmacy, and it was in this way that he met his wife. Not finding success in pharmacy, he changed to teaching and after training was appointed by the NSW Department of Education to an Agricultural High School. Because this school was twenty-five miles out of Sydney and since he was doing a part-time university course at the time, Mr. Brown was appointed to a vacancy at Newington ill 1970. The College is independent like our school, its secondary section comprising 920 boys, and a staff of 55.
these performances and this year presented "My Fair Lady". There had also been a weekend Festival of the Arts. Mr. Brown's philosophy is that not everyone can excel at sport. You liave to provide some outlet for them. Often people complain that there's 'nothing for my Johnnie to do', but there are quite often things to do that 'my Johnnie' hasn't even noticed. He backs this up with the example of the Newington College Debating Team which "plays" on the same circuit of eight Public Schools as the sports teams do. Mr. Brown helped to resuscitate a School Paper during his stay at S. V., and has been instrumental in founding 'ONE PENNY'. He sees a paper of this nature having two essential functions: first to provide a free forum where boys can discuss aspects of school life that worry them, and second, to let us laugh at ourselves when we become just a little too serious-minded. He claims that Newington's paper has been well done and it is because of this that it has been accepted. A notable difference between the two schools is in the field of 'Educational Technology'. Mr. Brown missed a video-tape recorder, for instance. All secondary schools in Australia would have one. Newington's was bought from tuck-shop profits and is invaluable for taping educational programmes for replay during class. (Could our Economics Masters be out of a job as sixth-formers sit watching "The Age of Uncertainty" all day?) The VTR is also a vast asset to sporting teams, where players and coaches can examine and criticise techniques. The small library at S. V. is a disappointment. Great emphasis is placed on libraries in Australian schools, both state and independent, as resource centres. This means more than just books. One finds a large reading and book-storage area, small seminar/private study annexes, carrels equipped for use with cassette recorders and headphones and synchronised slides, video-recording facilities and storage and distribution points for slides and projectors. The libraries are staffed by specialist Teacher-Librarians who, in addition to professional duties associated with the resource centre, conduct courses in the first form on how to use a library.
Perhaps we should explain how Mr. Brown came to teach at SVS. His Headmaster likes his young teachers to gain experience in either Britain or America and so gave Mr Brown a list of schools to apply to in the south of England (where he understood the climate to be more moderate). Most of the 30 to which he applied, replied courteously that they could not afford new staff or that they were suffering from economic problems, etc. but Mr. Ricketts, in a twelve minute 'phone conversation, explained that he had a vacancy due to an increase in numbers. And so, in the inimitable words of our visiting science master, "we arrived!". Before he told us what differences he had found between the schools after his year here, he pointed out that the Australian Independent Schools are very much modelled on our own Public Schools. Similar emphasis is placed on the role of extracurricular activities. Chapel, the Arts, Corps, sport. Though Newington College has only 110 boarders, there are some schools with almost 100% boarding, and here they have a system of houses and 'living-in' housemasters copied from England's ancient tradition. Indeed, a glance at their School Magazine "The Newingtonian" shows what little difference 13,000 miles makes. However, Mr. Brown did draw attention to the "Students" Representative Council'inhishome school. He commended this to us and was enthusiastic about its achievements. By recommendation to the Headmaster, it has been responsible for the introduction of colours for outstanding achievements in the Arts, abolition of the previously compulsory boater, and the introduction of a summer school uniform. The Council consists of 18 elected members from all years, and it meets about once a month, with a master to check the facts for the representatives. The idea certainly seems to have brought a taste of democracy to Newington College. Mr. Brown has no doubt that Sutton Valence is quite conservative. Newington was not now as resistant to change as it had been, and had recently been witnessing an expansion in the Arts. Last year three plays and a Gilbert and Sullivan opera were performed along with a junior Drama Night, Poetry Reading and excerpts from Handel's "Messiah" with the assistance of Staff, Parents and Old Boys. The boys combine with girls from nearby schools for
An expanded reference centre is what Mr Brown sees as being on top of the list of building priorities for S. V.S. Of course, he was quick to point out that Australian independent schools are favourably treated by both political parties and parents receive tax concessions for school fees as well as per capita grants towards fees; schools can get them for buildings and capital equipment. However Mr Brown stressed that he had appreciated the opportunity to have spent the year here, especially in such a period of high teacher-unemployment. He was particularly grateful to the boys and masters alike who accepted him so readily, and also to the masters' wives who had been so kind to his wife and son in the earlv weeks of their stay. We too thank him for the large contribution he has made to S. V.S. in such a short time. Interview by Ben Brown and Graeme Kemsley
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RUGBY RETROSPECT Captain: M.R. Benson Vice-Captain: G.E. Milligan Hon. Secretary: P.B.A. van der Vlugt game, seen in the gifted player who elects to do the correct thing when in possession of the ball, never quite developed sufficiently for the team to achieve more than moderate results; until the later stages of the season the feehng was that we had two very talented 2nd XVs! Following a convincing 39-0 win over Tonbridge Club Colts, in the resumption of a fixture that had been undertaken by the 2nd XV in the previous 5 years, the inter-school matches began with two consecutive victories, the most significant being the 10-7 defeat of a strong Caterham side, whose forwards looked the more powerful combination but who had to yield the spoils in the face of a thrilling try and last minute drop goal by Benson; despite the 27-10 score line, the X V were less convincing against Kent College who lost their captain with a head injury just when they were coming right into the game. Certainly the School pack, with Milligan particularly to the fore, produced some good ball thereafter and 4 tries were added in the second half. Foulkes, at flanker, limped through much of the game and a series of changes took place before the next match, the most important being the introduction of Dennis at scrumhalf in place of Fetherston who moved to stand-off, and the consequent dropping of the experienced but non-physical Cook. The changes seemed to be quickly justified in view of the close struggle we gave to the always formidable Duke of York's R.M.S. The side defended with courage and might well have drawn level towards the end. Against an injury-hit Dover College, the side were slow to settle but later began to throw the ball about with almost gay abandon; the movement that ended with Willie Knocker racing beneath the posts will long remain in the memory. Incidentally the 24 points represented the highest number scored by a Sutton Valence side away from home for at least 30 years. Unfortunately in the big test at Hurstpierpoint, who finished the season unbeaten, our challenge came to nothing since Knocker, the hooker, was forced to leave the field after 2 minutes and the forwards were quite unable to cope thereafter.
1st XV (Won 7, Lost 6) During the hot summer months prior to the new rugby season, the 1st XV prospects for 1976 were viewed with a cautious optimism: the previous year's Under 16 team has developed promisingly; several young players had been given a taste of 1 st X V rugby and come through unscathed while somehow one felt that the depressing run of 3 disappointing seasons was about to come to an end. In the event, over half the games were won, 5 against schools, and with 3 away games lost by the narrow margin of only 4 points each, the overall record came near to rivalling that of Scott's and Townshend's sides of 1970 and 1972 respectively, It had been decided before the season began that, in contrast to recent seasons, the 1st XV and 2nd XV would train together, in view of the strength in depth that appeared likely amongst potential candidates for both sides. Almost 40 boys attended the 2 day pre-term training, including 3 Under 16 players each of whom showed promise but who, in fact, were not called upon to play outside their age group. The keynote of these opening sessions and indeed of the training throughout the term was the keeping of possession and, judged by the meaningful way most boys approached this, it was soon apparent that the anticipated depth would be there and that selection of both 1st and 2nd teams would pose problems. The competitive nature of the many types of practice games — the increasing skill and enjoyment of which were especial features of the season — added to the difficulties, and it is fair to say that it was not until the 8th match of the season that we could refer to a team with any confidence as being the full strength 1st XV. A few injuries — though far fewer than usual — played a part as well as the natural desire to give as many players as possible early opportunities to prove their worth at the highest level. l.H.M. and I were often under fire over selection, generally from those who had not witnessed the practice games or watched all the matches - shades of the amateur England 'selector' who confidently selects his side on the basis of reading a few newspaper articles and of having watched an extract on two on the 'Box'! Be that as it may, although the competitive atmosphere meant that the mauling, passing and support play improved during the term, that flair for reading the
The early matches after half-term were marked, on the one hand, by inconsistent play amongst the backs and, on the other, by the steady development of the forwards into a strong well-knit unit, aided by some impressive hooking
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the gallant Burton (deputy for Whittaker, the original firstchoice fullback), indicated that he could well have made the position his own far earher. Dennis and Fetherston, in the crucial half-back positions, started o f f well considering their inexperience, but they allowed mistakes to mar their performances and thus attempted rather less than was possible. Several wingers had opportunities, Burnett and French ultimately proving disappointing in the ease with which they lost the ball, while Brown came into the side for the last six games and indicated the value of determination both in attack and defence. My thanks are due to I.H.M. for his assistance with the coaching of both 1st and 2nd XVs this year. He has taken over this role from J. McC. who now devotes much of his time to the running of Squash and to helping with the coaching of the forwards in the Under 13 group. I should like to express my gratitude to John for all his expertise in his assistance with the coaching of 1st XVs over a period of 9 years. R.D.C.
by Neil Smith who had come into the team following blocker's injury. However, sandwiched between two of these games, the narrow defeats at Sir Roger Manwood's School and Brighton College, was the match versus King's Rochester, the highUght of the term, for no-one can remember a Sutton 1st XV scoring 54 points in recent years in a school fixture. Though they never gave up, the younger and less experienced opposition faced a faster and more confident side who played exceptionally well in the second half, switching the ball from one side of the field to the other in 7-a-side style. Nichols, who had been moved out to the right wing for this game with Shears replacing him in the centre, proved the point by scoring 4 tries, while the forwards steadily dominated every phase of play. It was a pity that Wells, who looked like developing into the ideal open side flanker, was injured in training after the Brighton match; he was replaced by Kemsley, the only change amongst the forwards in the final six matches. Two close home games followed; first, an exciting defeat by the successful St Lawrence XV who were allowed to recover after their forwards had been outplayed in the first half, and secondly a narrow victory against Cranbrook in a game that looked like finishing in a draw until Benson boldly struck a penalty from out on the left straight between the posts.
Colours: M.R. Benson, G.E. Milhgan, P.B.A. van der Vlugt, G.J. Sagar, D.A.P. Evans. Half-Colours: R.O. Nichols, M . l . Licence, A.J. Betts, N.C. Smith. Also played: Fetherston, Dennis, Foulkes, Kemsley, Shears, Whittaker, J.E. Burnett, Knocker, B.R. Brown, French, Wells, M.A. Cook, Burton, T.J. Clarke, Piper. Cornwallis won the Senior House Match Trophy by defeating St. Margaret's 12-9 in an exciting game. Founder's retained both the Junior House Match Trophy and the Junior 7-a-side Trophy. M.R. Benson won the Wickham Trophy for Kicking. G.E. MilUgan was selected for Kent Schoolboys and also played for Blackheath Schools. M.R. Benson played for both Harlequins and Blackheath Schools. G.J. Sagar played for both Blackheath and Sevenoaks Schools. D.A.P. Evans played for Sevenoaks Schools.
The season concluded on a bright note with the side really looking like a 1 st XV in the final two matches; they were a little unlucky not to win the Frank Abbott trophy in the encounter against Emanuel School since the halves and backs played with a confidence that had been lacking in earlier games, Fetherston and Shears particularly making incisive breaks that deserved better rewards; the two lock-forwards, Evans and van der Vlugt, played notably well, too, with the former scoring a great try after a clever pick-up close to the line. Finally the School completely out played a useful Old Suttonian XV on a frost-bound surface, dehghting a largish crowd with a skilful exhibition of handling and running, the 4 tries scored by Nichols and Benson together especially gaining approval from the connoisseur. As captain, Benson, who moved into the centre from scrum-half where he had played in 1974 and 1975, lacked the inspiration to lift his side at the vital stages of certain games, while his own performances were very mixed bearing mind he was fundamentally the outstanding player. At his best his kicking and running won matches, but he often looked unfit and some of his play, especially in the middle of the season, was very indifferent. Apart from Nichols, whose play gained considerably in confidence once he had moved to the wing, it was the forwards that most caught the eye: Milligan at No. 8 had a splendid season; he was always involved and his busiUng play deservedly earned him a place in the Kent Schools side versus Surrey; Evans and van der Vlugt, like Milhgan, ever present members of the side, mauled impressively and won much good line-out possession; Sagar, who also played in every match either as prop or flanker, was an invaluable utiUty forward whose hardness and alertness earned him 5 tries during the season; Betts and Licence at prop, each dropped twice, during the term, came back to add experience and knowhow in the art of winning the ball, while Smith was a revelation as replacement hooker, winning us not only most of his own ball but a useful proportion against the head. Kemsley never quite settled at flanker t h o u ^ he took his opportunity well when Wells was injured, while it is difficult to know what the back-row formation would have been had Toby Foulkes not been injured in the third match. His performances at fuU back, after he had finally agreed to replace
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who kicked some valuable goals early in the season, and Mark Dodson, who at times contrived successfully to combine the roles of hooker and scrum half — except, of course, actually during set scrums! It was a good season. Let's hope for an even better one next year. M.F.B. Colours: I.M. Sutherland, D.C.G. Foster, T.S. Piper, P.J. Burton, M.A. Cook, T.J. Clarke, A.S. Nunes. Also played: P.W. Ashenden, Belsham, Betts, Boese, B.R. Brown, J.E. Burnett, Dennis, Diniond, M.P. Dodson Foulkes, French, Hart, Kemsley, Knocker, M.I. Licence, Lovelace, Politzer, Robertson, Shears, M.P. Smith, Tree, Wells, Whittaker.
The following article appeared in the "Kent Messenger" after the record victory against King's School, Rochester. S U T T O N V A L E N C E S C H 54 pts K I N G ' S S C H O O L , R O C H 6 pts Following two successive defeats, Sutton Valence School rugby team returned to winning form with a vengeance against Kmg's, Rochester, and recorded then fifth victory of the season. The opposition was a youngish, slightly inexperienced side, but although the score at half-time was 30-0 in Sutton's favour, the Rochester forwards had more than held their own, especially in the rucks and mauls. It was outside that Sutton Valence were noticeably superior and even with httle more than an even share of possession in the first half, they looked both faster and more skilful with Nichols looking very strong on the right wing. Rochester rallied courageously at the start of the second half, but eventually Sutton returned to the attack and for the last 25 minutes of the game produced some of the best rugby seen from a home side at Sutton Valence in many years. With the forwards gaining the ascendancy in most phases of play and supplying the backs with a stream of good possession, the ball was switched from one side of the field to the other in spectacular fashion. Nichols' powerful running was rewarded with four tries while both Fetherston at stand-off and Benson in the centre proved a constant tlrreat to the visitors defence. Milligan had a stormmg game at number eight while Licence, Wells and Evans also stood out among the forwards. In the closing stages, Rochester did well to score a consolation try around the fringe of a set scrum only for Sutton to reply just before the final whistle with a classical try from Benson after Fetherston had scythed his way through the centre.
3rd X V (Won 2; Lost 3) Having seen little of their play, I feel hardly qualified to say much about this season's 3rd XV. With my commitments to the 2nd XV, and their commitment to the House league programme, it was not easy to get them welded into any kind of a unit, and so it is individual rather than team performances that tend to stand out in the memory of those who watched or refereed their matches. For example there were the times in the first match when, so I am told, Politzer took on the Caterham pack single handed, while in die match against King's, Rochester, it was the incisive running of de la Torre that was so impressive. It is a pity that there are not more 3rd XV matches because for many of the players this is not the end of the road and they need as much match experience as they can get. M.F.B. The following played: PW. Ashenden, Austen, K.J. Baker, Belsham, Boese, R. Brown, Calliafas, Carr, Chilton, de la Torre, Dimond, M.P. Dodson, El-Tayeb, Hajjaji, Hart, M.P. Hughes, Knocker, Lebon, Loggie, Lovelace, Marsh, Pink, Politzer, Robertson, Rothman, M.P. Smith, Tree, Whittaker.
2nd XV (Won 7, Lost 4) Although this was a good season for 2nd XV rugger, it was, perhaps, not quite as good as it might have been. Having come from behind to beat both Caterham (15-9) and Kent College (16-12) in rather scrappy games, the team looked at last to be settling down when they went to the Duke of York's and won by four tries to nothing. However, as it turned out, this was probably their best performance of the season and never again did they manage to produce the same combination of individual enterprise and coordinated teamwork which, 1 had hoped, would become a feature of their play. During the season there was a good deal of interchange between the 1st and 2nd XVs and it may be that this had something of an unsettling effect, but I believe that basically the trouble was that, as the season progressed, noone emerged who could read the game and direct the play accordingly. Martin Cook at fly half seemed cut out for this role, with plenty of 1st XV experience behind him he k i c k e d intelligently and well against the Duke of York's and made several penetrating runs with well-sold dummies, but this latter feature seemed to disappear from his game in subsequent matches and his kicking became far too stereotyped and predictable. It IS not possible to write at length about everybody who played for the 2nd XV but 1 should like to record one or two brief impressions. 1 hope that those who fail to get a mention will not take offence: I can assure them that their efforts were appreciated and did not go unnoticed. lain Sutherland, the captain, was a steadfast last hne of defence at full back, catching and tackling superbly. What a pity he is not a better kicker of the ball! From among the three-quarters Trevor Clarke stood out for his tireless pursuit of his own and others' kicks ahead; and Paul Burton at scrum half was another whose energies seemed inexhaustible; they both earned the tries they scored and both deserved more. Up front it was Tim Piper's combination of strength and skill that most impressed me; but others, notably David Foster and Andrew Nunes, also got through a lot of good work. Of those who were not awarded their colours, I should particularly like to mention Mark Hart,
UNDER 16 XV (Won 6, Drawn 1, Lost 2) This year's Colts were a promising bunch! Though dogged by illness and injury such that we were never able to field our strongest combination, the final record proved more than satisfactory. At its best the team could play very good open rugby — at times it was even possible to play "Total Rugby": that is, forwards win the ball, ball travels swiftly down the three-quarters to the wing, maul forms, the backs combine to win second phase possession, whereupon the ball then whips back along a line formed by the forwards! When we were able to adopt this pattern hatfuls of tries usually resulted. Individuals worked hard to achieve fitness and to improve their special skills. A l l of which augurs well for the future of Sutton rugger. After a low-key performance against a useful Caterham side, which we rather generously allowed them to win comfortably, we began a run of six stirring victories: we were too strong up front for our opponents from Kent College, Duke of York's, Brighton, Dover, Purley and Sir Roger Manwood's; consequently, the backs were amply supplied with the sort of clean possession which inevitably leads to clear-cut scoring chances. Against an unbeaten, though vulnerable, St. Lawrence XV we lost our cohesion and they came back from the dead to level the scores in the last minute of a see-saw struggle. Despite much exhortation of the troops before the Cranbrook "derby", not to -mention the offering of the requisite sacrifices to my "lares et penates", the team went down to its second defeat. We did all we knew to get back on terms in the second half but
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moment. He was ably supported by strong props Licence and Melikian, the latter must be congratulated on his first term's rugger ever. Although he has a lot to learn in loose play, he was a great asset in the set scrum. Ward and Thurston provided the shove in the second row, with the mobile, very capable Hickman at No. 8, who often broke well to set up the halfbacks and occasionally score from the base of the scrum. Loose play by the forwards was often excellent, and here the mobility of the pack came into its own. Best, never a selfish flanker, was always in evidence to mop up, and set the ball up again cleanly for the other forwards to run onto. Licence was a fearless tackier in defence, often crossing the field like a backrow forward to mow down a winger in full stride. If there was a weakness in the forward play, then it was in the line-out, where play was often messy despite some good jumping, occasionally, by Thurston. Practised moves often came off well, but generally raggedness spoiled the otherwise consistently good play of these forwards. It is worth noting that the pack changed little throughout the season, and they seemed to develop a good understanding of each other's play — a great asset.
Cranbrook soaked up the heavy pressure and ran out worthy winners of a tense contest. The formula for success at rugby demands that the pack be capable of winning the ball effectively: if our rucking was weak then this was more than compensated for by the strong scrummaging and skilful mauling of this set of forwards. The front row, comprising Richard Best, Mark Smith and Nigel Blaikie, was robust and combative; add to this the solid "boiler-house" of Gary Parrett and Paul Andersen and you have the basis of a useful "platform". The speedy flankers, Toby Smith and Andrew Coningsby, harried well and complemented the efforts of the packleader, Jeremy Bishop, at No. 8. The latter was the outstanding player in as good a Colts pack as I've seen: he is big and fast and, technically, has the makings of a very competent First XV player. At Colts level, he dominated in all phases of forward play. The three-quarters were fairly solid in defence and often looked thrustful and penetrating in attack. Nick Butler, whc captained the side, and Charles Ricketts tackled tigerishly and ran strongly at centre. Neville Miles and Carl Lundberg proved an effective contrast in styles on the wings: "Nev" likes to put his shoulder down and shunt for the hne whilst Carl favours the delicate feint and the outrageous side-step. Nick Shaw proved as dependable as ever at full-back, where the excellence of his positional play and the pin-point accuracy of his kicking more than made up for his diminutive stature. Anthony Findlay, something of a migratory bird last year, stepped into the fly-half slot and soon showed that this is his rightful position. He has a balanced running style, "fly-paper" fingers and a boot like "Big Bertha" - arid to that a good "footballing brain", which he is fast developing . . . what more could any Master i/c require? Russell Saunders looked to be settling in well as his partner, but was ruled out from half-term onwards by illness. Steven Cranmer deputised admirably, but was not as safe as his predecessor in defensive situations, though he was nippy enough in attack. The agony and the ecstasy? In the former category one most certainly recalls some injudicious passing and wayward kicking in the Caterham game as well as some powder-puff tackling against Cranbrook. The best moments . . . there were so many: "Bonzo" Bishop rampaging over the Brighton line from the "22" . . . Findlay ghosting in on the blind-side against Manwood's and a glorious try in the Purley match, in which a dozen players handled. The defeat of "Dukies" this year gave perhaps as much pleasure as anything! A.N.G.R. Colours: N. Butler, P.H. Andersen, J.N. Bishop, N. Blaikie, A.J. Findlay, C. Lundberg, N.J.C. Miles, C.M.T. Ricketts, N.R. Shaw, M.D. Smith, T.G. Smith. Also played; R. Best, A.C.L. Coningsby, S.P. Cranmer, M.J.A. Darling, M. Laverick, G.D. Parrett, R.C. Saunders, J.C. Wickens.
Injury at the start of the season meant that the threequarters were not at their strongest for the first few matches. Experiment, too, was needed before some players settled into a more regular position. The first match was lost when, although the pack gained more than its fan shaiC of possession, stronger opponent backs capitalised on mistakes, and poor tackling and lack of attack made this first performance seem a wretched display! To their credit, however, the backs always tried to throw the ball about and run adventurously In the majority of matches it was the backs who scored the points. One of the best tries of the season was the result of the simplest of basic movements, where the ball moved across the pitch twice and West went over in the corner, running hard as always. At stand-off half the team were lucky to have Bedford, whose play matured and inspired others as the season progressed; his kicking into empty space and touch was often extremely accurate, his running through seemingly effortless, but keenly incisive. Skipper Lewis at centre always made the effort to lead his team by example, always quickly onto the loose ball, or running through to test his opposite number on the burst. When he can learn to distribute the ball somewhat better, he will be even more effective, but all praise is due to his general play and captaincy. At scrum-half, Baldwin showed what a sensible player he can be, able to spot the opening and send away his fly-half, or using a kick ahead to advantage. Bowen, at full-back, was always on the attack, and his speed and evasive running often gained many yards to make up lost ground. Memorable matches? — Certainly the one against the Duke of York's, when tight play, good tackling and a single try gave hope after a shaky start to the season. Then on a day of lashing rain, against Purley H.S. (41-0), when the whole team threw the ball about as if it were dry and still; a furious battle in a bitterly cold wind to draw against St. Lawrence, and finally, the local derby against Cranbrook which produced some excitmg, creative rugger from both sides, and was possibly the best match of the season, despite being lost 6-0. Against Sir Roger Manwood's and King's, Rochester, large scores were indeed run up, but the team produced plenty of open, running play in these matches, in itself a pleasure to watch at this age level.
UNDER 15 XV (Won 6, Drawn 2, Lost 3) The results achieved by this U15 XV were, throughout the season, very favourable indeed, as was the standard of rugger. 200 points for, .and half that number against, showed that these boys proved, as in the year before, that they are consistent match winners and that they should earn a good reputation as they move up the school. The strength of the team lay in the pack. The shove from set pieces often sent opponents back several yards, and with Foster such a reliable hooker it was often taken for granted that the ball would be won at just the right
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Matches to learn from would be the ones against Caterham and Brighton, the first one lost heavily 30-8 at the first meeting of the season as described above, and the other, which, although a tidy, victory, saw 32 points coming from just two players; perhaps not the team effort that could have been hoped for in a 15-a-side game! Generally the season saw the building up of a side which enjoyed its rugger more and more, especially with its fair measure of success. Many boys found new positions, and perhpps a greater versatility in all round play. During practice sessions, the element of competition amongst the reserve team was maintained. It is pleasing to record that they too had their chance as a team in an UI5 'B' game against King's, Canterbury. Reportssuggest that,although die match was lost 20-0, the enthusiasm of the team did not die, and no points were scored in the second half! The XV has certainly confirmed the faith placed in them at U14 level, and they should continue to be successful in the future. Their enthusiastic approach made this an enjoyable season all round, and they deserve full praise for their attitude and achievement. Good luck next season! C.H.T. Colours: G.M. Lewis (Capt.), R.J. Bedford, J.R. Best, S.P. Licence, Hickman, A.J. Foster, West, Baldwin, Bowen, J. Thurston.
The age group as a whole was smaller in number than usual, about 50 instead of 60. As a consequence the team lacked physical stature, particularly in the backs. In an attempt to overcome this, the team group did one "Circuit" each week after half term. This proved not only to be quite popular but also went a long way towards toughening up the players. Thankfully once the first two matches were out of the way, defeat at Caterham and Kent College, the pack settled down and became quite a useful unit. Undoubtedly tlie best game in the first half of the term was the draw (4-4) against the Duke of York's. Risby scored early in the first half and the reply came late in the second. The only win in the first period was at the expense of Bethany (22-12) where the forwards scored all the points - both Bristow-Smith and Taylor scoring two tries. It was after half-term that improvements becameevident The pack was beginning to work as a unit, well led by the captain Parrett whose loose play was an example to be followed by the rest. Against Brighton we were defeated by size and Cranbrook pipped us (12-14) by the only conversion of the match. But it was against King's, Rochester, (22-0) that the pack dominated and the backs began to look more like backs than 'space fillers'. Higson excelled in the loose, Bristow-Smith managed a splendid last ditch tackle to deny the opposition, Risby — by then at scrum half - linked well and Rosenwald scored an opportunist try. Earlier form was reversed as we held St. Lawrence to a draw (12-12). The end came with a win against Riverston (32-0) when in the second half the team dictated play, Dorling being prominent in the loose.
Also played: Croucher, Sherrard, Needham, Ward, Tissiman, Waller, Alexander, Manning, Melikian, Soper, Thomas.
UNDER 14 XV (Won 4, Drawn 2, Lost 5) The aim this year has been to keep the whole age group together, so that all boys may gain some knowledge of the rugby skills. This has meant that more boys have had more, rugby than in recent years. I t has also meant that new boys, who had not played before, have had a real opportunity to learn the game and get into the team. Ultimately four previous non-players made the team. Every training session began with a run and general fitness work, followed by skills and finally some games - hopefully getting across the message that in order to enjoy playing the game to the full, a player needs to be fit, able to tackle, pass, maul and so on.
It only remains to mention the unusual; Risby scored hat-tricks in two successive matches, against Cranbrook and Riverston. In fact he managed 5 tries against Riverston, to bring his tally for the season to 10. B.J.L. Colours: M.S. Parrett, S. Taylor, D.W. Higson, T.C Risby, . A.A. Bristow-Smith, D.B. Dorling. Also played: Gilder, Izard, J.W. Davis, R.R. Knocker, Dalla-Mura,Rosenwald,Crundwell,Townsend, I . MardamBey, Hills, Charlton, R.M. Smith, M.A. Beckett, Bannock, Evenden, D.C.S. Clark, Kelsey, Geden, Dawson.
R U G B Y RESULTS
1st X V Tollbridge Club Colts Cateiham School Kent College Duke of York's R.M.S. Dover College Bethany School Hurstpierpoint College Purley High School Su Roger Manwood's King's School, Rochester Brighton College St. Lawrence College Cranbrook School Emanuel School Riverston School Old Suttonians
W. W. W. L. W. L.
39- 0 10- 7 27-10 0- 4 24-10
2nd X V W. 15- 9 W. 16-12 W. 16- 0 W. 22-12
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W. 13-12
L. 6-18 W. 54- 6 L. 0- 4 L. 7-14 W 7- 4 L. 6-10
L. 3- 6 W. 32- 0 L . 4-13 W. 3- 0 6-14 L. L. 12-28
3rd X V W.
8- 7
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9-13
U.15 X V
L. 3-19 W. 4- 3 W. 17- 4 W. 24-14
L. 4-33 L . 13-19 W. 4- 0 W. 22-12 D. 10-10
W. 22-12
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W. 7- 4 W. 22- 0 L. 0-32 D. 12-12 L . 12-14
W. 22- 0 W. 36- 0 W. 38- 6 L. 4-18 L. 6-26
U.14 X V
U.16 X V
W. 12- 3 D. 8- 8 L. 8-18
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0-50 0.28 4- 4
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H O C K E Y RETROSPECT Captain: M.l. Licence Vice-captain: M.R. Benson Secretary: T.J. Clarke 1st X I (Won 14, Drawn 4, Lost 3) As can be seen from the results, the School has enjoyed a very good season, surpassing by one the record 13 wins of the 1973 X I , who otherwise had an identical record. It is fascinating to speculate on how the match would have gone if these two teams had played each other, and I suspect that the superior finishing of this year's team would eventually have carried the day. We lost to a very skilful Hockey Association X I , and Kent College just deserved their narrow victory as they were quicker to adapt to the appalling conditions, but the defeat at Trinity can only be termed a diaboUcal miscarriage of justice. The drawn games with Cranbrook, St. Lawrence and Tonbridge produced some good, exciting hockey, and Tonbridge were probably the best school side we encountered this year. From the fourteen victories, two team performances stand out: the first was the 6-2 thrashing of Dulwich when our finishing was truly electric, and the second was the superb composure and polish shown in utterly outplaying West Glamorgan Schools in the last match of the tour for an emphatic 4-0 victory. It is amazing how effective a Captain Ian Licence has become from his position of goal-keeper. He has learnt a lot about the game during the last four years, and his tactical talks to the team have contributed much to our success. His own play has been of a very high standard - no school team put more than two goals past him, and ten of our opponents failed to score at all — and he thoroughly deserved his selection for the Kent Schools X I and the South East U. 19 X I . In front of him, Iain Sutherland was a most professional sweeper who never panicked under pressure, and Martin Wells recovered from illness in time to play some storming games at centre-back. Both Toby Foulkes and Richard Nichols have had good seasons in the wing-half positions, and this has meant few dangerous crosses from opposition wingers; they are fast, powerful and increasingly skilful, and they must have a good chance of County honours should they both return next year.
and he only succumbed to excessive fiddling on two occasions; much spontaneous rejoicing greeted his debut 1st XI goal in the season's final match, as the team recognised how hard he has worked at his game this year. Long may his dummy be remembered! Between these two in midfield strode the mighty Benson; Mark shares the I si XI appearances record (62) with Ian Licence, and his final goal tally of 59 must surely be unsurpassed also. Like his captain, Mark has had a great influence on the team, making shrewd passes - particularly with the overhead scoop - dribbling through defences with his excellent stickwork at speed, and - above all - finishing so devastatingly that he has scored 32 times in this season's 21 matches. It is, perhaps, no coincidence that die 1973 XI also had a good player on the right wing, for it is right wingers that create most scoring opportunities, and Trevor Clarke has done an excellent job in that position this year. He has both speed and stickwork, and he should gain further County honours in 1978, especially as he has now rediscovered how to score goals as well as make them. Having spent a year pretending to be a fives player, Martin Cook returned to the fold, rapidly establishing himself as a hard-working central striker: he ran far and wide to stretch the opposition defences, creating chances for others as well as scoring goals himself, including the most spectacular one ol the season against Eastbourne. Ajmal Aniin completed our forward line on the left wing, providing the necessary Oriental ingredient for a good Hockey team. "Aj's" play has improved out of recognition this season, and his goal against Dulwich was pure Pakistani magic. To have such a successful season as this, it is not sufficient to have a 1st XI with no passengers - one also needs first-rate reserves. John Dimond, who played in ten matches, must be the most improved player in the school, and he will have a big part to play next year, but Clive Dennis, Graham Sagar and David Foster are also to be congratulated for their sound .work in Wales, and Graham Chilton once again proved to be a most capable deputy when Ian Licence was away on County duty. As always at the end of a season, my thanks are due to the groundsmen (what a year they have had!) and to my colleagues of the Common Room who have grafted so hard in the interests of School Hockey; in particular this year, 1 would like to thank our "student prince", Jim Nixon, for his help with the first eleven, and, of course, to B.R.D. for his excellent driving, umpiring and general help with
After the first three matches, we played three men in midfield, and in most games they won us more than an equal share of the ball. Adrian French settled into his new surroundings well, and by half-term he had developed the confidence to use his dribbling and passing skills to best advantage; Gordon Milligan's stickwork was a joy to watch.
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crossword clues on the Welsh tour. For once I would like to end on a philosophical note from the tour. A Welsh schoolmaster commented how pleasant it was to see our team play good hockey and then all get together in the bar for a friendly drink with members of staff; he indicated that such a thing could not occur at his school. Surely good relations in a team off the field are an essential pre-requisite for success and enjoyment, perhaps our tours can spread more than just a reputation for prowess at Hockey. G.G.A, Colours: M . I . Licence, M.R. Benson, G.E. Milligan, T.J. Clarke, T.S.T. Foulkes, l.M. Sutherland, M.A. Cook, M.C.S. Wells, R.O. Nichols, A.J. French, M.A. Amm. Also played: J.P. Dimond, G.J. Sagar, C M , Dennis, D.C.G. Foster, G.D Chilton. House Matches: St. Margaret's defeated Cornwallis 2-1 in the Senior Final and the Lambe's Juniors outclassed their counter-parts from Cornwalhs by 6-0. All-weather Pitch: Progress towards the mammoth figure reauired to complete the new playing surface has gathered nTomentum. A "sponsored goal" venture has raised ÂŁ235 for the fund.
own shortcomings than by anything else. 1 feel sure that several of them will be pressing hard for places in the 1st XI next year. C.R.G.S. Team Squad: Chilton (Captain), de la Torre, Dennis, Dimond, D. Foster, Reeve, Shears (all Colours), Belsham, D.C.R. Clark, Fetherston, Kemsley, Rothman, Also played: Austen, K. Baker, M. Dodson, Galstaun, Lovelace, Newport, Van der Vlugt, Walters, Wells, Wickens.
2nd XI (Won 6, Lost 6, Drawn 3) What promised at one time to be an extremely successful season finished rather disappointingly in terms of results when the last four matches were lost. At the start of the term, it seemed that the defence would be more than adequate, but the attack might be short of goal-scoring power. In the event the defence was very sound until the last fortnight of term and the attack scored in every match until the same time. Without doubt the highhght of the term was the match against a previously unbeaten Cranbrook team who took an early lead and tirreatened to add to it. Suddenly within a matter of ten minutes before half-time the forwards came to life and scored three times, adding another three in the second half. The team produced some other good performances, notably against Kent College, Sir Roger Manwood's and on a hard pitch at Dulwich in a game which was lost but which produced some of the best hockey by the team all term. Only two sides were clearly superior, St. Lawrence and Tonbridge, though the village 2nd team were quite powerful. Altogether 23 different players turned out during the season thougli the team was generally picked from a squad of I 3, the number of changes may have had something to do with the shghtly uneven quality of the play. In goal Chilton had another good season and also captained the side; Foster D. played with immense calm and no little skill as sweeper behind a defence in which Sagar controlled the middle of the field with massive authority, flanked by various combinations of Kemsley, Rothman and Belsham, all of whom liked to attack which occasionally left the back rather stretched. In midfield, Dimond, when not playing for the 1st X I , and Reeve had plenty of skill, supported by Clark D.C.R. who played forward when Fetherston was unavailable because of his Fives commitments. The two wingers, Dennis and Shears, were both dangerous on the flanks, but also had the priceless ability to score goals, notching 11 between them, whilst in the middle de la Torre used his speed and determination to good effect. My impression was that the team enjoyed their hockey, except during the barren spell towards the end, and in this spell they were more frustrated and disappointed by their
UNDER 16 XI (Won 3, Drawn 2, Lost 5) The start might have been better; the first scheduled match was cancelled and thus Trinity School, Croydon were the first opponents. By half time the team were four down and looked completely out. However the half time reorganisation allowed the team 'to win' the second half 2-1, and heralded the formation for the remainder of the term. There were many ups and downs; the illness of Miles meant that the right lacked penetration, albeit that Darling was a most satisfactory substitute. Cranmer missed three important games with a back strain, and the team had to be changed considerably to fill his link position. Of the 'ups', the penalty corner moves worked well, Butler hitting out to Skinner; the many variations kept the opposition guessing. Skinner became quite a reasonable centre-forward and Butler worked very hard at centre-half Certainly the last two games of the term seemed to be the best, coming as they did after three away defeats. Against Eastbourne (3-3), we came back in the last 7 minutes to score two goals — Miles chased what seemed to be a dead ball and Wickens converted a penalty stroke. It was against Dulwich though that the team showed the dominance and skill of which it had always seemed capable. The 4-1 margin reflected the pressure that had been exerted. Alhson made some good saves. Prophet swept cleanly, Galstaun and Wickens played well as usual, Lundberg had his best game on the left and Ricketts held the midfield with his powerful play. B.J.L. Colours: J.C. Wickens (Captain), C.M.T. Ricketts, C M . Galstaun, N.J.C. Miles, C.R.H. Lundberg, N. -Butler. Also played: Allison, Cranmer, Skinner, Coningsby, Prophet, Newport, Darling, J.M. Wheeler, Laverick.
(N.B. The Masters' Common Room were defeated 3-1!) 3rd XI (Won 1, Drawn 1, Lost 6) It was not always easy to make up a team, and in a number of matches "scratch" sides were fielded. However there was a solid core of enthusiasm and willingness which meant that many of the games were enjoyable - even if we seemed to be more on the defence rather than attack. J. Lovelace was captain and T. Waters deputised when necessary. Those who also contributed to the team were:P. Ashenden, K. Baker, Belsham, D. Clarke, Darling, de la Torre, M. Dodson, King, W. Kirkaldie, A. Moony, Newport, Nunes, Robertson, Rothman, Talbot, J.M.Wheeler. M.E.F.P. /
UNDER 15 XI (Won 6, Drawn 2, Lost 3) We have had another very happy and successful season, with 28 goals for and only 12 against, our losses being by the odd goal in every case. Against St. Edmunds (2-3) the rain possibly prevented us shooting straight! At Tonbridge (2-3) we were 2-0 up, but back they came at us dramatically. At the end of the season we did well to restrain Dulwich to only 0-1.
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We were happy to hold Trinity to a draw at the beginning of the season, delighted to lay the ghost of Cranbrook by winning 2-1, and embarrassed to beat King's, Canterbury 12-1 (Lewis 4 goals!). Our best performance was on Upper, where we held a very good Eastbourne side to a goal-less draw. Tissiman at left-half shut the opposing right-wing completely out of the game by superb marking, courageous tackhng back and shrewd interception. Bedford (7 goals) and Lewis (8) scored consistently throughout the season. Soper always looked dangerous on the right wing. Our problem, i f we had one, was that we did not always dominate and control the midfield. Thus we relied on our County Under 15 defence (!) (Baldwin J.IVI., Foster and Licence) to keep out the enemy, and our wingers to create the offensive. B.R.D. Colours: Baldwin J.M., (Captain), S. Licence, A.J. Foster G.M. Lewis, R. Bedford, D. Tissiman, P. Murch. Also played: Soper, R.A.J. Baldwin, Buckeridge, Richardson, Swatland, Alexander, Croucher, Waller.
3-2. after Sutton Valence had been good value for their 2-1 lead at half-time. Risby, who scored 13 goals including all 5 against Kings, Canterbury, stood out for his skill and high work-rate, and the attack looked dangerous once he had developed an understanding with centre-forward Butler (7 goals). The eventual wingers, Davies and Doust, added width to the attack although they could probably have cejitred the ball on more occasions. At the heart of the defence, Townscnd was a tenacious, reliable fullback and Taylor a safe, enthusiastic goalkeeper; in midfield, Elwell played with cool class at centre-half, and received excellent support from Orpin and the -captain Rosenwald, the former so accurate and determined at left-half, the latter not so skilful but always busy on the right flank. A pleasing feature was the promise shown by some Under 13 players in the top group; these will surely form a useful nucleus for 1978. R.D.C. Colours: Risby, Townsend, Elwell, Rosenwald (Captain), Orpin and S. Taylor. Also played: Butler A.J., Davies, Doust, Higson. Mann, Girolami, J.W. Davis, M.S. Parrett, Haig, Hills, l.M. Anderson, Gilder, A.R. Shaw, Rafuse, Keeble.
UNDER 14 XI (Won 7, Drawn 1, Lost 3) With playing conditions in such violent contrast to last year when dry surfaces prevailed throughout the term, the development of both individual and team skills inevitably took much longer, and it was not until the final days of the term that the top squad of 22 was properly estabhshed from the original group of 76. Yet, despite all this and the fact that 21 players were given first team experience, the overall record was scarcely inferior to that of last year when 8 matches were won; indeed, all 11 matches were competitive, the three defeats being only by the odd goal. The early contests, apart from a 5-1 defeat of Friars, were narrow affairs determined by a single goal, the most significant being a rather fortunate 1-0 victory at St. Lawrence. Thereafter, with the team gradually taking shape, the goals began to come, to the tune of 20 in the last 6 matches. The best performances in this period were the 3rd successive victory over Tonbridge, this year by 2-1, the 5-2 defeat of Holmewood House and the close game we gave to an unbeaten Dulwich XI who were lucky to win
H O C K E Y RESULTS 1st X I Skinners' Trinity, Croydon King's School, Rochester Sir Roger Manwood's Kent College St. Lawrence St. Edmunds Old Suttonians Hockey Association Cranbiook School Friars Sutton Valence H. C . Maidstone H.C. Tonbridge King's School, Canterbury Winchester House Eastbourne CoUege Holmewood House Dulwich CoUege Army Apprentices College Llanishen Youth X I Stanwell Comprehensive South Glamorgan Schools West Glamorgan Schools
2nd X I
W. L. W. W. L. D. W. W. L. D.
1-0 1-2 5-0 1-0 1-2 1-1 5-2 4-2 1-5 2-2
W. D. D. W.
3-2 3-3 2-2 2-0
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1-4
L. L.
W.
2-0
w. w. w. w. w. w.
6-2 5-0 6-0 1-0 1-0 4-0
D. D. D.
w. W. L.
1-1 1-1 1-1 4-1 3-1 1-2 4-2 5-3
3rd X I L.
3-4
U,16 X I L. W.
2-5 7-0
U.15 X I D. W. W,
0-0 2-1 3-0
U.14 XI
L. W.
0-1 1-0
L. D.
1-5 1-1
L. D. W.
1-2 1-1 5-1
w. L.
3-1 2-3
W.
1-0
L.
2-5
L.
0-2
w.
2-1
D. W.
1-1 5-1
0-5 4-5
L. W.
0-8 3-1
L. L.
0-2 1-3
L. 2-3 W. 12-1
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0-4
L.
2-4
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3-3
D.
0-0
L.
0-2
L.
0-5
W.
4-1
L.
0-1
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2-1 5-0 4-1 2-3 5-2 2-3
w. w. w.
6-1
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SQUASH Captain: M.C.S. Wells
Junior Colts and U14 Vs and after Xmas more arrived in the shape of the second squash-playing Shaw, AUstair, a young player of great promise, who will still be U14 next season. Perhaps he will keep that Kent U14 title at S.V.? Apart from the representative level, the general standard of squash in the school continued to improve. Plenty of enthusiasm and interest was shown for the two Sunday Handicap Tournaments held, one in each squash term; all agreed, however, that the handicaps on the best players need to be heavier still! The Squash Set again functioned keenly and actively in the Autumn Term. St. Margaret's achieved their expected Hat-Trick of Inter-House Competition victories, beating Lambe's 3-2 in the final; but i t was closer than looked likely in September, as two of their team left at Xmas. The crucial match in the final, between Mark Benson, Capt. of Rugger and Cricket - who shows plenty of promise at Squash, too - and AJistair Shaw, aged 12, went to St. Margaret's 10-8 in the 5th, after two other games had reached 8-8! Lambe's look ready to take over the trophy from them next season. We look forward eagerly to next season, when only one of tfie 1 St V will have left, and we shall be the first school to compete in the Outer Kent League. J. McC.
This was a season of expansion and success — not as much of the latter as we hoped, maybe, but with some pleasing results at several levels. Again we played more matches than ever before; particularly noteworthy was the fact that the U l 4 V played several more matches than in any season before: match experience at an early age is of immense value. The 1st V's notable successes were a 4-1 victory over St. Lawrence, the first time we had played them at 1st V, a 5-0 against Brighton College 'A' V and two 3-2 wins over Sutton Valence S.C. 2nd V. At the lower age levels we recorded our first victory over Hohnewood House 1st V by the Junior Colts, 3-2, before Xmas, and a repeat of last season's U14 V win over their U12 V. The season's disappointments at 1st V were remarkably like those of last season - a 2-3 loss to Eastbourne College and 2 more defeats by Cranbrook, the first in the National Schools' Knock Out by 0-5 on those dark-floored Cranbrook courts where we have yet to win a match at any level. The second Cranbrook match, on our courts, which we lost 2-3, was extra-disappointing in that our victories came at Nos 1 and 2. As seemed likely at the end of last season Nick Shaw emerged as 1st V No. 1; his play improved all season (helped no doubt by the coaching sessions with Abou Taleb, the well-known professional, which he and several other boys attended during the season) and he recorded some notable successes, often against players 2 or 3 years older than himself, as he was still young enough to be No. 1 for the Colts as well. He played a mature, all-court game and lost only twice to other schoolboys in 14 school matches. In the Xmas hohdays he played for the Kent U16 team, while in our own Individual Championships he won both Open and U16 titles. Alan Reeve was undisputed No. 2 and played consistently all season; he was fast and determined, always very f i t , with a devastating volleyed forehand dropshot — when it was working! It was an unusual experience for us to go into matches feeling confident of wins at Nos 1 and 2. Fittingly, these two, after gaining Half Colours at Xmas, were awarded the fnst-ever Full Colours for Squash, at the end of the season. The remaining players in the 1st V were not of the standard of the first two, and this was the crucial factor which often caused us to go down 2-3 in the tight matches to Eastbourne, Hove G.S., Trinity School, and Cranbrook. CoUn Bennett (who left at Xmas), Martin Wells, Duncan Clark and Shahid Adamjee, who filled the lower places in the 1st V were never consistent enough, though all, on occasions, had good wins. By the end of the season another player was challenging successfully for a place in the 1st V - Richard Bedford, stiU only a Junior Colt, but a most improved player, who took Nick Shaw to 5 games- in the Open Championship quarter final, but could not make such an impression on him in the U16 Final. Two other players must be mentioned: Robert Elwell, coming to us from Hoknewood House, gave us our first outside success when he won the Kent U14 championship in December at Bexley, beating G. Cowdrey 3-1 in the final. He gave some welcome class and strength to the
RESULTS OF THE INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS OPEN: N.R. Shaw beat A.G. Reeve 3-0 3rd place: S. Adamjee beat M. Wells 3-1 UNDER 16: N.R. Shaw beat R.J. Bedford 3-0 3rd place: R.H. ElweU beat M. Odgers 3-0 UNDER 14: R.H. Elwell beat A.R. Shaw 3-0 3rd place: M. Beckett beat T. Padley 3-0 Ist V vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs. vs.
RESULTS Sutton Valence S.C. 2nd V Masters' Common Rm (VIII) Eastbourne College Sevenoaks School St. Lawrence College Cranbrook School (National Schools' K-O) St. Olave's School Hove G.S. ( I V ) Masters' C.R. (VIII) Trinity School 'A' Brighton College V S.V. S.C. 2nd V Sevenoaks School Hove G.S. Tonbridge School 2nd V Cranbrook School
OTHER TEAMS Set V 'A' V Colts V Junior Colts V U14 V Colouis:
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Played Played Played Played
4 4 4 5
Won Won Won Won
3 2 2 2
Lost Lost Lost Lost
w w 1 1 w 1 w 1 w 1 w w w 1 1 1 1 2 2 3
Full Colours to: N.R. Shaw, A . G . Reeve U16 Colours to: N.J.C. Miles, R . J . Bedford U14 Colours to: R.H. Elwell, A.R. Shaw
3-2 5-3 2-3 2-3 4-1 0-5 4-1 1-3 7-1 2-3 5-0 3-2 5-0 2-3 1-4 2-3
CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNING Captain : W.I. Knocker There is little doubt that vnth the present enthusiasm for running throughout the county, good results in competition can only be gained after hard work in training sessions. Tough mental and physical attitudes to rigorous training, schedules are prerequisites for success in cross-country, and these must be developed from an early age. The School Cross-Country squad is less fortunate than that of some schools in that the serious training can only start at the beginning of the Lent Term, whereas many of our competitors have been training hard since the previous summer. Bearing this in mind the 1977 season was very successful. The Senior squad, despite injuries to key runner, managed to win more than they lost. Their first fixture was the Knole Run, and in coming 25th out of 37 schools the team did well in what can only be realistically considered to be a hard training run at that stage of the season. An early victory over King's, Rochester, showed our improved form, but our next fixture, against 5 other schools, ended in disaster due to marking problems. After a narrow defeat by St. Lawrence College and Maidstone G.S., the team's results were very impressive. They defeated St. Edmund's, Bethany, Cranbrook and St. Dunstan's, with their only defeat by the very strong Kent College team. Another strong possibihty of a victory, against Duke of Yorks R.M.S. disappeared when the race was abandoned. The Intermediate squad made tremendous progress throughout the season and by the end was one of the strongest in the county. Their only recorded defeat was against Maidstone G.S. though it is doubtful if they would have defeated Skinners or King's, Canterbury, had the race been completed. We also fielded a junior team at times, and their performances improved considerably during the season. Individually, Knocker ran well, but was dogged by injury, as was EI-Tayeb, who ran very well for one not suited to this type of running. Brown ran consistently well, and he and Knocker represented Maidstone in the Kent
Schools Championship. Another steady performer was Burton, who, however, failed to make the progress hoped from him; unlike Barham who, if he took his training more seriously could become a very good runner. The Intermediate group was led by the consistent efforts of Thurston, Findlay and Best. The most improved runner was West, and Travis, Hickman, Needham and Cumberlege provided very good support. Among the juniors Burnett and Davis looked very good towards the end of the season, and among the others Kkkaldie was the best. I.H.M. Nation's Cup Winners: Cornwallis Division Winners: ' A ' - Knocker W.I. 'B' - Thurston ' C - Needham 'D'-KirkaldieS. Individual Steeplechase Winners: 'A' - El-Tayeb 'B' - Brown B.R. ' C - Needham 'D' - Kirkaldie S. Colours: Senior Full - Knocker W.I. Burton Brown B.R. El-Tayeb Barham Half - Findlay Intermediate Best J. Thurston West Junior Burnett D.A. Davis.
GOLF A good deal of Golf has been played this year over the four-hole course on BM pioneered by ARD. Last year's dry summer hardly gave the greens a chance to develop but with this year's growth they are becoming a little less frightening (though still, for this writer, guaranteed to bring on a nasty attack of the "yips") and there is no doubt that some impressive golf has been played. Last term's Open Championship (mentioned in the News Letter) was won by Padley (St. M) with a score of 32 over two rounds in bad weather. This term we have had a House Competition with teams of two boys playing over three rounds. This was won by Founder's, during which Baldwin recorded a round of 12, or 1 under par. I believe this score has since been equalled by others, but as it was achieved in a competitive round it must rank as the course record. It is not yet known if and when the Kent Schools Tournament is to be held this year. With our current crop of golfers we stand a chance of improving on our record of recent years, which has not been impressive. R.E.H.
FENCING This year has been more promising than past ones, with more boys taking up the sport. Had it not been for the sudden and untimely death of Professor Russell, our coach for the past 10 years, the School would have produced a useful squad of fencers. Nevertheless, owing to the perseverance and support of a few senior boys, namely 'Willy' Walters and Rowland Cook, fencing has continued its revival. There is now a promising squad of juniors, led by J.R. Waters, and including outstanding youngsters particularly Twiltermsup and Mardam-Bey mi. The future looks b r i ^ t for the School, as long as these youngsters continue to practice hard. M.S.Y. El-Guindi (Hon. Secretary)
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BASKETBALL
JUDO
Captain: G.E. Milligan The Senior squad played only three friendly games this season. In the home game against Cranbrook they played extremely well, showing a well developed understanding, as the nucleus of the team has now been together for three years. They lost the return match narrowly, but managed to beat the Masters in another close game. The Juniors, captained well by Juhan Allison, had a good season in the Maidstone Schools U16 League, finishing as runners up to the Maidstone School for Boys. In their home match against that school, they almost brought off that much sought after victory. They were leading by six points at one stage, btit lost finally by the narrowest of margins, one point. In the Kent Schools U16 Tournament they beat Borden, but lost to Maidstone School for Boys and Brockhill, who had an England U16 representative playing for them. In the Roy Fox Handicap Tournament, they played well, but the handicaps were just too high to make up in the short games. The eventual winners were the bottom team in the League. Junior colours were awarded to Julian AUison and John Wickens. Cornwalhs continued to dominate the Senior InterHouse competition, beating Lambe's 70-10, and St. Margaret's in the final 49-12. However, in the junior final two more keenly matched teams put on a fme display of competitive basketball. Lambe's had the match winner in John Wickens, who scored thirty points in their 50-31 victory over Cornwallis. D.W.T. Team Records Seniors: Played 3, Won 2, Lost 1. Points for 74, points against 65. Leading scorers: El Tayeb 32, Foster 14, Milligan 12, Evans 6. Juniors: Played 14, Won 8, Lost 6. Points for 489, points against 392. Leading scorers: Wickens 158, Allison 122, Laverick 65, Skinner 50, Darling 43, Rochanapruk 18, Foster 16, Jallad 12.
Over the year we have had a great influx of new members. These were mainly juniors but there were some boys in the senior bracket who wished to join. Due to this great number it was possible to form a junior and senior team for a few matches. The first was a senior match against Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School, Rochester. Remembering that our senior team had not fought in three years, it was pleasing to see that we held them to a two to one win. Akhlaghi, Melikian, Tassell and Cheung fought well against opposition who had been doing the sport longer and were ^ more experienced. The School, who had been invited to support, gave the fighters great confidence by then shouts of encouragement. The result for each individual fighter was as follows: Cheung won two contests and drew one, Calhafas, Akhlaghi, Melikian and Tassell won one contest, drew one and lost one each. The next match was at junior level against the Pohce 'R' division judo club. Many of our members had only had one lesson of judo instruction, nonetheless everyone fought well and showed plenty of promise for the future. It was enjoyable to see our juniors obtain two wins. CaUiafas and Cheung who came along to the match were given some rounds of competition by club members and they fought well. Peter Calliafas (Captain) and J.S.E.F.
FIVES Captain: R.J. Fetherston 1st IV Won 0, Lost 6; Other IVs Won 6, Lost 6. It is with some sadness that I have to report the fact that the 1st IV lost every one of their matches this year. When I learnt last summer that Keith Hale, last year's captain, would not be returning for his Upper 6th year, I knew that we should be struggling this season, but 1 did hope that we might be able to record at least one victory. In fact, this faint optimism grew stronger when, at the beginning of the term, I saw how much the players seemed to have improved: Richard Fetherston was hitting the ball much more crisply and, like the other three, seemed to be making fewer mistakes. Indeed, we did see many more good rallies in matches but inevitably, so it seemed, the opposition would eventually come up with a winning shot, Fetherston, by keeping the ball nearer the bar, was more successful than the others but even he seemed unable to cope with good adult opponents. Lower down we were a little more successful but it must be admitted that we would have fared rather less well had the matches not been contrived in such a way that a close result was likely. Westminster yet again won the Inter-House competition, easily beating St. Margaret's in the final. Fetherston (W) won the Open Singles competition, and with Nunes (W) retained the Doubles title which he won last year with Hale as his partner. The Under 16 Singles competition was won by Grimwood (F). M.F.B. 1st I V R.J. Fetherston, C.J. Hillier, C.J.V. Turner, A.S. Nunes. 44
CRICKET RETROSPECT Captain: M .R. Benson Vice-Captain: D.C.G. Foster Hon. Secretary: R.J. Fetherston X I (W8, D7, L2) The XI enjoyed its most successful season for many years. Eight matches were won in fine style, and four of the drawn matches might well be claimed as moral victories into the bargain. The team combined very well. Seven bowlers took more than 10 wickets apiece, and six batsmen scored over 100 runs. The star of the season, inevitably, was Mark Benson, who captained the side astutely for the second year running and was the mainstay of the batting. His aggregate of 1022 runs must surely be a School record. He scored his runs ah round the wicket, and proved a difficult man to shift once his eye was in. How wide his bat must have seemed to those who bowled at him! Mark's savage hooking and driving will linger long in the memory of all who saw him at the crease. He has added a sound defence to the plethora of attacking shots he developed last year, and his temperament is eminently suited to the role of opening batsman. 1 personally doubt whether his career total of 2801 runs will ever be equalled, so complete was his mastery of all but the highest class of bowling (pace Jim Standen!) Mark was well supported by David Foster and Graham Sagar, though neither of these two really reproduced their form of last season. James Skinner and Richard Fetherston had their moments with the willow too, as did new-comer Stephen Cranmer, who opened the innings with his captain, and also showed great skill behind the stumps, claiming 16 victims. The bowling was a useful blend of swing and spin, though we still lacked a 'blaster'. James Skinner's nippy outswingers defeated 22 oponents, while David Foster's variations on slow-left-arm claimed 25 victims, lain Sutherland and Richard Fetherston foiled 18 each, while John Wicken's late in-swing brought him 13 wickets. The team fielded pretty well and held most of its catches (after the first 3 games). King's, Rochester, felt Benson's teeth for the second year on the trot, as he hammered 104 out of 195 — 7 declared in 41 overs. King's did not chase on a pudding despite adequate time(60 overs), to end at 126-7. Benson then took 100 not out o f f St. Lawrence. Our challenge of 166-3
declared was not accepted, and 51-1 off 21 overs was the state of play when Jupiter Pluvius put us out of our misery. The Headmaster's X I were defeated by 4 wickets in a fluctuating game. This was a turning point! Kent College came to the 'Upper' and set us 180 to get in two hours; Benson and Foster (85) knocked o f f the runs: a splendid afternoon's cricket. Dover College were extremely fortunate to survive at 133-9 in reply to 182-4 declared. Cranbrook were convincingly defeated: Foster's wiles proved too much for their middle order, and he and Benson knocked off the 164 required for a 9 wicket victory. We had a finely balanced draw with the X L Club this year followed by the Speech Day defeat at the hands (and bats!) of P.E. Richardson's X I . . A patient 79 by Benson helped us to 158-7 declared; this proved no target for Edrich (W.J.!) and Richardson (P.E.), who engineered a thrilling last over win by 2 wickets for the 'stars'. The sight of John Taylor (Wales and British Lions) opening the bowling, resplendent in John Snow's Sussex sweater, will not easily be forgotten - nor will the batting of the two England veterans whose straight hitting was an example to all! The Band of Brothers batted too long, and the unlikely challenge was not taken up. We thrashed St. Edmund's, Canterbury, by 9 wickets, Benson making another unfinished 70 odd. Sutton Valence C.C. were bowled out for 75 and we won by 10 wickets. After the examinations, we entertained the Canadian tourists from Ridley College; a draw on paper flattered our opponents, but, on the day, they might well have won, so jaded was our performance. Term ended with the defeat of the Old Suttonians: Foster's 93 and Benson's 10th ' f i f t y ' helped the X I to 203-5 declared, then fine bowling by Fetherston (4-50) put the O.S. out for 169, Skinner 'knocking over' the last O.S. batsman with the final ball of the day. In 'Cricket Week' Trinity, Croydon, were defeated by 65 runs. A sub-standard batting performance at Maidstone (the only failure of the year!) meant that a modest target of 131 was beyond us. We fought a good battle with our guests from St. Peter's, York, and an honourable draw was achieved. The season closed with a hearty victory over the Junior Bluemantles. Benson made 45
his third century (114 not out) and Foster rattled up 91 for a total of 230-2 declared. The latter followed up with 4-16 when the Junior Bluemantles replied with 94 all out. Most pleasing to relate, in addition to the success of the X I , is the all-round excellence of cricket in the School as a whole. K.M.S's X X I I were unbeaten; and the U15 and U14 XI's won a good proportion of their matches. C.R.G.S's U13 X I also won 4 out of 7 games, no mean feat when one considers that they were pitted against the 1st XI's of large preparatory schools.
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V. V. V. V.
My congratulations and thanks are due to G.G.A., K.M.S., D.W.T., M.F.B., R.D.C., and C.R.G.S. and their helpers for their hard work in coaching at various levels, and to the groundsmen for the superb pitches. Finally, I should hke to say a special 'thank-you' to the Headmaster and to 'Uncle Edward' for their advice and support in my first year as Master I/C. A.N.G.R. Colours: M.R. Benson, D.C.G. Foster, R.J. Fetherston, l.M. Sutherland, G.J. Sagar, I.E. Skinner. Half colours: S.P. Cranmer, J. Wickens. Also played; N.R. Shaw, C.M.T. Ricketts, A.J. French, R.A. Prophet, A.J. Foster, M.J.A. Darling, R. King, J.M.Wheeler. House Match Final; Cornwallis beat Founder's. Inter House Leagues Winners; Lambe's.
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Master I/C's Prize: M.R. Benson Individual Cup: M.R. Benson Fielding Cup: S.P. Cranmer R.L.Kay Prize: A.J. Foster
AVERAGES Batting M.R. Benson D . C . G . Foster R . J . Fetherston J . E . Skinner G.J. Sagar S.P. Cranmer
I 17 16 12 13 14 12
N.O. 5 2 4 4 1 1
RUNS 1022 490 215 228 236 146
H.S. 114* 93 52* 55* 41 31
Ave. 85.16 35.00 26.87 25.33 18.15 13.27
Bowling J . E . Skinner J.C. Wickens D . C . G . Foster l.M. Sutherland R . J . Fetherston N.R. Shaw A . J . French
0. 154.2 79 148 124.4 121 123 104
M. 57 32 35 34 26 21 21
R. 285 189 369 273 320 317 329
W. 22 13 25 18 18 11 11
Ave. 12.95 14.53 14.76 15.16 17.77 28.81 29.90
C R I C K E T RESULTS King's School, Rochester - Match Drawn S.V. 195.7 dec. (Benson 104, Sagar 41) K.S.R. 126-7 (Wickens 4-27) St. Lawrence College - Match Drawn. S.V. 166-3 dec. (Benson 100*) S.L.C. 51-1 (Rain stopped play) The Headmaster's X I - Won by 4 Wickets. H.M. X I 166-9 dec. S.V. 167-6 (Benson 58) Kent CoUege - Won by 7 Wickets. K.C. 179-6 dec. S.V. 180-3 (Benson 54, D. Foster 85) Dover College ) - Match Drawn. S.V. 182-4 dec. (Fetherston 52*, Skinner 55*) D.C. 133-9 (Fetherston 3-17) Qanbrook School - Won by 9 Wickets. C.S. 163 (Foster 5-21) S.V. 167-1 (Benson 79*, D. Foster 45*, Cranmer 31) X L C l u b - Match Drawn S.V. 184-7 dec. (D. Foster 38, Skinner 31) X L Club 170-7 P.E. Richardson's X I ^ Lost by 2 Wickets. S.V. 158-7 dec. (Benson 76) P . E . R . X I 159-8
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Band of Brothers - Match Drawn B.B. 185-7 dec. (D. Foster 5-52) S.V. 115-5 (Benson 31) St. Edmund's School - Won by 9 Wickets. S.E.S. 110 (D. Foster 3-30>S.V. 112-1 (Benson 73*) Sutton Valence C . C . - Won by 10 Wickets. S.V.C.C. 75 (Sutherland 4-4, Wickens 3-17) S.V. 76-0 (Benson 54*) Ridley CoUege, Canada - Match drawn. S.V. 140-9 dec. (Benson 47) R.C. 130-4 (Sutherland 3-24) Old Suttonians - Won by 34 Runs. S.V. 203-5 dec. (Benson 56, D. Foster 93) O.S. 169 (Fetherston 4-50f Trinity School, Croydon - Won by 65 Runs. S.V. 191 (Benson 53, Sagar 34) T.S. 126 (Skinner 4;17) Maidstone Grammar School - Lost by 35 Runs. M.G.S. 131 (French 4-47) S.V. 97 (Benson 41) St. Peter's School, York - Match Drawn. S.P.S. 172 (Skinner 4-32, Shaw 4-49) S.V. 124-5 (Benson 49) Junior Bluemantles - Won by 136 Runs. S.V. 230-2 dec. (Benson 114*, D. Foster 91) J.B. 94 (D. Foster 4-16)
X X I I (Won 3, Drawn 3, Abandoned 2) The Second X I enjoyed an excellent and unbeaten season culminating with a resounding eight wickets victory over St. Edmund's to inflict on them their first defeat for three years. In fact the side was never in any danger of defeat and might have won the drawn games. The batting was sound with Humphrey, Dodson, Kemsley and Wheeler all playing well from time to time and the bowling was effective although only King was consistent. He bowled with accuracy and great heart supported by various visiting fast bowlers of whom French was the best. Darling was a useful stock bowler and Kemsley improved as an off-spinner. The real factor that made for success, however was the great spirit of the side which was reflected in their excellent fielding. Hardly a catch was dropped, and many good ones were held, while the ground fielding and throwing were first rate. Smith captained the side well and intelligently: in particular he used his varying and sometimes rather limited attack efficiently and he played three real captain's innings when they were most needed. Next year one hopes for some really high scores from the batsmen and a permanent pair of opening bowlers. K.M.S. Colours: N.C. Smith, R.H. King, G.W. Kemsley, M.P. Dodson, J.M. Wheeler. Also played: R. Humphrey, M. Darling, T. Waters, A. French, C. Newport, S. Adamjee, J. Hitchens, R. Prophet, J. wickens, P. Ashenden, I . Sutherland, T. Foulkes. Under 15 XI (Won 3, Lost 2, Drawn 2) After a couple o f cold, rain-curtailed practice games in AprO the Under 15s went to King's School, Rochester, for their first match. I was not at all sure that I had picked the best XI, and it was not until mid-June, after the final school match had been played, that I began to get a clearer picture of the talent available in this age group. Between those first and last matches we had had, for one reason or another, not a single opportunity to have a practice game and very few opportunities for net practice. The resuhs this year were better than I had anticipated because there was nothing like the depth of talent that we had had in this age group last year. The batting was very
brittle, and although odd members of the very long tail wagged occasionally, we relied very heavily on the first three or four batsmen; i f they failed we knew we were in trouble. Bedford, whose best innings was his 70 not out at Rochester, could develop into a very useful batsman in due course, as too could Foster, who finished second to him in the averages and whose best innings was his 55 against Kent College. Bedford also bowled very well to finish top of the bowling averages too. However, the bowling I most enjoyed was Dismorr's leg spin: he was not always quite as accurate as he ought to have been, but he turned the ball well and generally kept it well up to the bat. The players named so far were the only three to be awarded their colours. One or two others came close but I will mention no further names because the impression that I want to give of this year's Under 15s is that they were truly a team. They were well aware of their limitations as a batting side and knew that their chances of success rested upon their ability to put up a good performance in the field. Some catches, it is true, went down, and some runs were needlessly given away but, inspired by good bowling and the really excellent captaincy of Foster, they turned in some very creditable performances. (Foster really was an incredibly good captain — the best 1 have ever seen at Under 15 level). Few of this year's group will, I fear, find a place in next summer's 1st and 2nd XIs but I hope they have enjoyed their cricket and will continue to do so in the years to come. M.F.B. Colours: R.J. Bedford, J.P.M. Dismorr, A.J. Foster. Also played: Alexander, Charman, Cumberlege, Dodson mi, Fraser, Goss, Kershaw, Lewis, Murch, Soper, Waller.
Under 14 X I (Won 4, Drawn 3, Lost 3, Abandoned 1) The inclement weather experienced at the start of the season meant that the group suffered from a lack of net practice, so essential early on; there was a run of matches as the weather improved and somehow one felt that the ground lost was never quite recovered by the end of the term. Nevertheless this was an enthusiastic team who ultimately achieved results that were better than anticipated, the only real disappointment after half-term being the comprehensive defeat by another strong Tonbridge X I in the final match. Following 2 early draws, the defeat of Bethany and the inevitable Under 14 'procession', this time against Kent College, the side began to take shape and should have defeated Dover whom they let off the hook by allowing their No, 10 to take the score from 38-8 to 77-9 and thus improbable victory. We built a useful total at Cranbrook, thanks to an opening partnership of 56 between Taylor (48) and Charlton, but the opposition agains survived the hostile attack of Shaw and Orpin, having been 7-5 at- one point. We endured a mad iVi hours in the rain at King's, Canterbury on our return from the half-term break, but then recorded 3 consecutive victories, the most intriguing being the one over Holmewood House, a school we had not defeated for some years at cricket. Shaw (4-7) and Davidson (3-28) with the aid of 5 excellent catches, ensured that the batting was not going to be too stretched — just 91 were needed! However, some extremely accurate bowling reduced us to 41-4 after an hour but Rafuse, with a patient 18 got his head down, and Elwell, ironically an ex-Hoknewood House boy, with some strong hitting to leg brought about a famous victory only 8 overs later.
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Alistair Shaw dominated the age group, scoring 229 runs and taking 33 wickets (average 7.93): though he played some attractive shots on the offside, it was his bowling,,; however, that especially stood out. He has a good action but must aim for a smoother run up and remember the virtue of bowling at die stumps. Orpin combined with Shaw to form a formidable opening attack but he tailed off a little, while Davidson captured 15 wickets as he gradually learnt the arts of accuracy, flight and guide. Amongst the batsmen, Charhon played a number of useful innings, though he must improve his running and calling, but the disappointment was Rafuse. He looked a more than capable player but consistently got himself out through a lack of concentration or too much use of the bottom hand when playing defensively. Elwell, in general disappointing both with bat and ball, captained very shrewdly and with some obvious knowledge of die intricacies of cricket, while the effervescent Doust added liveliness behind the wicket to what was the best fielding side 1 have taken at this level. He had his moments with 5 catches in the game against Tonbridge. My thanks go to the boys for their efforts and for the sporting way they played and to C.G.V.D. for his assistance. R.D.C. Colours: Elwell, Shaw, Orpin, Charlton, Davidson. Also played: Rafuse, Doust, Taylor, Risby, Haig, Higson, Mann, Lynch, Mee, Davies M.
Under 13 X I (Won 4, Drawn 1, Lost 2) This was a good season with four victories, two defeats and a draw. Nine of those who played were members of the previous year's side and this experience proved invaluable. The bowling was the strength of the side; 'hough some quite good scores were made the batting always looked rather brittle. The fielding was usually sound, but one or two vital catches were missed, notably against Coursehorri. The outstanding player was Mark Davies, the Captain, who tailed vvith the bat only once and scored nearly two hundred runs; he also bowled rather too fast for most of our opponents, but he did pitch a little short and would be a better bowler if he kept the ball up to the bat. He was well supported by James Ricketts who skittled Bethany in the first match against them, taking a hat-trick, a feat which was emulated by Norris against Eylesden Court. The other two bowlers used mainly were Hopley, who teased out Kent College with his slow off-breaks, and Mattinson, the stock bowler. The first four mentioned above contributed well with the bat and looked promising for the future; they were well supported by Andrew Butler, John Hughes and Bodkin. Gibson kept wicket well to the quicker bowlers, whilst Wmch, Fowle and Gibson improved their worth in the field. King's, Rochester, were beaten comfortably m the opening match, Bethany were crushed twice and Eylesden Court defeated in a good game. The draw against Grenham House was sensibly achieved when it was clear that a win was unlikely, but similar application was lacking against Coursehorn when wickets were thrown away with gay abandon. The closest game was against Kent College, when two careless run-outs cost the team a possible victory. All in all it was an enjoyable and successful season. C.R.G.S. Colours: M.K. Davies, J.R.E. Ricketts, L.J.C. Hopley, Also played: A. Butler, ma Gibson, mi Gibson, Fowle, J. Hughes, Mattinson, Bodkin, Winch.
ATHLETICS Captain: M.I. Licence The following Thursday, Cranbrook hosted a meeting at U.16 and U.20 level against Maidstone G. S. and ourselves. This was very successful, for we won the U . I 6 match and finished second to Cranbrook in the senior match. A minor disaster in the 800m, where Pink spiked El-Tayeb, meant that valuable points were lost. However good performances in the long jump - Burnett 1st and Walters 3rd - and in the High Jump — won by Evans at I m 60 ensured that we came a very creditable 2nd. In the U.16 match we dominated most of the events. Tissiman won the 800m in a personal best time and then came second to Thurston in the 400m, again in a personal best time. The U.16 4 x 400m team recorded a time of 3m 51 sees. — very fast indeed for that age group. The best result of the season for the senior team was gained against St. Edmund's and King's, Canterbury, in the next match. There were some tremendous performances. Brown ran his first 800m of the season to record the very fast time of 2m 06 sees, and Evans raised his best in the high jump to Im 72 cm — 7 cm better than his previous best. I'he 4 X 100m relay team at last produced good take overs to record a very pleasing victory. In the U.17 match, with many boys actually of U.16 age, we finished second to King's, Canterbury. Tissiman knocked 4 seconds o f f his best in the 800m to record 2m 08 sec. and Best lowered his time by 10 seconds to win the 1500m in 4m 30sec. Needham raised his best jump to Im 63cm. On the last Tuesday before half term we sent a number of boys to the Maidstone Schools Championship. Seven boys were chosen to represent Maidstone in the Kent Schools final. Two boys who were not chosen actually broke school records at this meeting. Needham raised the U.I7 High Jump record to I m 65cm and Miles raised the U.17 Javelin record to 40.85m. Of the seven chosen. Wells could not compete due to pressure of work, but all the others made the finals at the meeting. Nichols came 4th in the U.20 100m and Licence came 4th in the U.20 Discus. Both achieved county standards. Brown ran well in the U.20 1500m, but was outpaced in the last lap. El-Tayeb and Tissiman ran respectively in the U.20 and U . I 7 800m, and Best ran in the U . I 7 1500m. Best and Tissiman will still be in the U.17 age group next year, and may well gain county selection. Our sole junior match of the season was an under 15 and U.I3 match against Eltham College. The U.15 match was
The process of raising the standard of Athletics at Sutton Valence continued during the season of 1977. Three highlights stand out. Firstly, the performance of the representative teams were markedly better than in recent years; secondly, the level of performance and competition in the Inter-House Athletics finals was the highest this decade; thirdly, a new Inter-House standards competition was introduced to encourage and allow those who did not opt for Athletics to take part in some track and field events, and this competition turned out to be far more successful than had been expected. The tough training sessions now necessary to ensure good competitive performance have tended to deter those boys who in the past have chosen Athletics as a soft option. Now we have a reasonably large group of boys who realise that good results can only be gained by hard training and practice. The training started on the first day of term owing to the need for maximum practice before the foundation match against Emanuel and Westminster City. We finished second in this, a small number of points behind Westminster City. As the latter are losing a large number of their best athletes this summer, there is a very good chance that we may win the Foundation Match for the first time next season. The outstanding feature for us this season was the performance of Wells. He came second in the 110m Hurdles, and five minutes later won the 400m. He also ran a very good last leg in the 4 x 400m relay to turn a six metre deficit into victory. Ian Licence also improved the meeting Discus record. The next match was the Sevenoaks relay. This meeting consist of all relays in the running events, and combined performances in the field events. This is really a test of the depth of a school's resources, rather than the level of best performance. As we are by far the smallest school in this meeting (the others being Cranbrook, Judd, Maidstone G. S., Sevenoaks and Skinners) our chances of success are very small. However we competed very well, and, as I was quoted elsewhere as saying, improved our performance even though we did finidi last. The 4 x 400m team recorded 3m 41.6 sees — a very fast time indeed. The next match was a comfortable victory against Dover College at U.17 and U.20 level. In this match the 4 x 400m teams were dominant though poor baton changing led to defeats in the shorter relays. 48
lost by one point, despite good performances by Burnett in the 800m, Risby in the sprints, Mann in the throws and Doust in the triple jump. In the U.13 match we were heavily defeated. Our last match of the season was the Duke of York's Cup. Our young team performed rather disappointingly, and in finishing 6th, coming behind two schools whom we have previously defeated. This meeting is extremely competitive. Nichols equalled his best time of 24.0. sees, in the 200m and finished f i f t h , and Wells improved his personal best to 54.0 sees, in the 400m only to finish sixth! Our performances in the throws were poor, and this left too much to be made up by the track athletes and the jumpers. However El-Tayeb knocked two seconds off his personal best in the 800m to finish second in 2m 03.3 sees, and in winning the Kent Messenger Cup for the best 1500m performance of the day, Brown lowered his personal best to 4m 20.3 sees. This was a poor end to a fine season. However on the other side of the coin it is to be remembered that of the ' 24 athletes who took part at the Duke of York's only 4 are leaving, and tliree were actually from the Upper fourth (U.16 age group). Next year — having savoured the competition and realised the standard - we should be able to perform much more successfully. The final athletic events in the School calendar were the Inter-House finals. Holdgate won the Junior House championship, narrowly pipping Bennett 'B' in the track and field events, and eventually winning the relays quite easily following a disqualification. Cornwallis dominated the Senior competition. They finished first by over 100 points in the track and field. However they were beaten into second place in the relays by Founder's. This was despite a superb win by the Cornwalhs U.17 4 x 100m team who set a new school record of 48.8 sec, and a record equalling run by Cornwallis in the 20 x 200m. However Founder's produced superior relay squads in the ' C Division and built up an advantage Cornwallis could not pull-back. One very pleasing feature of this Championship was the upturn of the fortunes of Westminster, who easily won ' C Division and did not finish in last place for the first time in a number of years.
The Inter-House Standards competition was organised to take place on Friday afternoons and in some P.E. lessons. The scoring was based upon the AAA 5 Star award system. This led many non-athletes to the track on BM and as a result over 200 AAA certificates were awarded. The winners of the competition overall were Cornwallis with Westminster second. In winning the Junior championship, Holdgate averaged more points per boy than the other three senior houses! I would like to thank BJL and JMcC for their regular help, and others who have helped less frequently but doubtlessly just as willingly. And finally thanks to CHT who has struggled manufilly to better the performances of the throwers. I.H.M. Colours: Senior- Full: Brown B.R., El-Tayeb, Wells Half: J. Burnett, Nichols Intermediate— J. Best, Needham, Tissiman
Results Foundation match versus Emanuel & Westminster City Sevenoaks Relays Dover College Cranbrook & Maidstone G.S. St. Edmunds & King's Canterbury Eltham College
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Duke of York's Cup Inter-House Championship: Senior Track & Field: Cornwallis Relay: Founder's Juniors Track & Field: Holdgate Relay: Holdgate Divisional Champions: 'A' - El-Tayeb 'B' - Best J. Findlay 'C - Mann Risby Inter-House Standards: Senior : CornwalUs Junior : Holdgate
TENNIS Captain: A.G. Reeve With the departure of Fermor and Austen, the stalwarts of the 1976 team, it was clear that we would not be able to field a strong V I in 1977. Reeve's absence for more than half the season was a further blow and the results speak for themselves. We did win two matches but this was undoubtedly our weakest team for many years. However, it was not an unhappy season; those who played certainly enjoyed their tennis and the prospects are encouraging. Of the nine who were in the V I at one time or another, all will be back next summer with the exception of Moony. Swatland and Bannock, the latter particularly promising, will partner each ether in the Thomas Bowl and both will, hopefully, be in the team for several years to come. Otliers who played in the team were Baxter, D.C.R. Clark, Coningsby, M.P. Chaplin and Farrance. After many years Mr. Mabberley gave up coaching at Sutton Valence. On his suggestion we turned to Mr. Harbour who was very helpful on the few occasions when
rain allowed coaching to take place. Incidentally, I have never seen so much tennis played in the rain; I suppose that now so few rackets are strung with real gut it doesn't do so much harm as it used to, but it's not much fun. Lambe's won the Inter-House Competition and N R contested the final with M.R. Benson, both of them 1st X I cricketers. A .R.D. Results: v. King's School, Rochester V. Sevenoaks School 2nd V I V. Bethany School V. Kent College V. Dover College V. Cranbrook School V. St. Edmund's School V. Eastbourne College V. Old Suttonians
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Inter-House Swimming Cup: Inter-House Relays: Penquin Race: Water-polo Cup: Junior House Swimming Cup: Junior Relays:
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Captain: G.E. Milligan 250 yd. KMyd. 100 yd. 100 yd. 100 yd. 50 yd. 50 yd.
Freestyle Freestyle Freestyle Backstroke Breast stroke Breast stroke ButterHy Individual Medley Senior 4 x 2 5 Relay Senior 4 x 2 5 Medley Relay Senior Penguin Race
This season was a successful one for the swimming squad. We had a very strong Junior/Intermediate Team and a Senior Team which, although not fulfilling its potential, held its own on most occasions. Of the Juniors, Michael Sherrard swam with great consistency — he should be a really excellent performer in the future - while Martin West, JuUan Buckeridge and Simon Licence also performed very well, winning many races between them. In the Intermediates, Julian Allison was outstanding and was invaluable in chalking up die points. Nick Butler backed him up, but needs to be a lot fitter i f he is going to be as successful as he ought to be. The Seniors were disappointing — they never really got down to hard training and never showed the determination necessary to ensure an outstanding season, although the experience and the ability, were there. Gordon Milligan, the Captain, missed the first half of the season owing to injury, but what the team missed in terms of an invaluable swimmer, it gained in his helpful advice and great encouragement. Paul Burton, perhaps the most dedicated of the Seniors, swam very consistently and Martin Robertson, having gained experience this year, should, with some hard training, be winning races next year. In the matches, we defeated Westminster early on in the term, as expected and the team swam a very good match against King's, Canterbury. The effort required to beat the latter proved to be a disadvantage against Tonbridge, two days later, although the Juniors won. Away at Eastbourne, we swam against a very strong, well-trained side and lost the match, though again, the Juniors acquitted themselves well. We ended the season by defeating Cranbrook and King's, Rochester, comfortably. The season was thus encouraging and the success of the Juniors indicates that we have great potential for the next few years, though this will only be realized through dedication and hard training. W.I. Knocker Colours: U16 J. Allison U15M.J.C. Sherrard J.C.H. Buckeridge S.P. Licence Results: vs. Westminster School (a) vs. King's, Canterbury (h) vs. Tonbridge (h)
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3 - 05.3 M. Sherrard 61.9 J , Allison 62.0 M. Sherrard 69.5 J . Allison 79.6 S. Ucence 35.0 S. Licence 30.7 J . Ahison 70.0 J. Alhson 49.6 Cornwallis 56.9 Cornwallis 4 - 29.9 Cornwallis
(3-07.2, own record 62.9, Milligan 62.8. own record 69.5, Benson 79.6, West 35.6, own record 33.1 Matthews 77.3, Bancroft
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WATER POLO Water polo has moved from strength to strength in recent years. This term there has been the usual enthusiasm with a water polo activity functioning each Wednesday. This has resulted in a very strong School team which has only lost one match. In the House water polo competition, Cornwallis, as they did in the rest of the swimming, swept the board. The final was between the two most enthusiastic water polo houses: Lambe's and CornwaUis and was played after the final day of swinuning Sports. After some fine play by Lambe's in the first quarter, Cornwallis started to take a grip of the game due mainly to the fact that they were the fitter team; the final score was 9-0 to CornwaUis. Paul Burton
Ist XV RUGBY FIXTURES 1977 (H) Saturday 17th Sept. Tonbridge Club Colts (A) Saturday 24th Sept. Caterham School (A) Thursday 29th Sept. Kent CoUege (H) Sunday 2nd Oct. Old Suttonians (H) Saturday 8th Oct. Duke of York's R.M.S. (H) Saturday 15th Oct. Dover College (H) Thursday 20th Oct. Hurstpierpoint College (H) Saturday 22nd Oct. Sir Roger Manwood's School (A) Sunday 30th Oct. Exeter School (A) Tuesday 1st Nov. Kelly College, Tavistock (A) Saturday 12th Nov. King's School, Rochester (H) Tuesday 15th Nov. Brixton College (H) Saturday 19th Nov. St. Lawrence College (A) Saturday 26th Nov. Ehham College (A) Saturday 3rd Dec. Cranbrook School (H) Wednesday 7th Dec. Emanuel School * It is hoped that 2 Old Suttonians sides can be raised (Old Boys wanting to play should write to R.D. Chance at the School) + A Half-Term Tour. Old Boys in the area are asked to support if they are free on these days.
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NEWS OF OLD SUTTONIANS The "Times" of 21st April told us that the 1976 British Press Awards had named Richard E. Woolveridge (1970-L) of the "South London Press" as the Young Journalist of the Year. This is the second time that this award has been given to a former member of the School. R.W. Fisk (1964-W) received it in 1970. Woolveridge received his prize from the Prime Minister.
After a silence of about a third of a century we have heard from Cmdr. W.J. Carter, OBE, RN, (1944-H and W). He was made OBE in the Birthday Honours for 1976 and is due to retire from the Navy in 1979. He has sent an almost perfect "Record Sheet" for the Muniments Room which might act as a spur to some O.S. who still have the form residing in their "pending trays". In Carter's case he says it had been there since 1971!! N.W.N. Townshend (1973-F) has passed his 2nd M.B. exam at King's College Hospital and is now in the midst of his clinical training at that hospital. In his spare time, he has played for the Hospital Rugby team in the Hospitals' Cup and also become involved in racing tobogganning, at which he has become a member of the British Team and was awarded the Cup for the most promising male British competitor for 1976-1977. Congratulations. He was one of the recipients of the "Atchison Award" from the School for 1977. Next season he seems to be going to toboggan all over Europe. Target, the 1980 Olympics. Good Luck to him. M.R. Marchant, OBE, RM, (1949-M) was promoted to Colonel in the Half Yearly List in June, 1977. G. Pember (1926-W), who now lives in retirement in Frinton on Sea, has continued his series of annual gifts to the Library. This year's book is the third of a trilogy on the "Railways of Southern England" and dealt with Independent and Light Railways. This volume is of particular interest because it continues a chapter on the old Kent and East Sussex Railway from Headcorn to Robertsbridge, part of which is preserved at Rolvenden by local enthusiasts. The dust cover showed a locomotive called "Sutton", unfortunately not Sutton Valence. Incidentally there were plans in 1910 to extend the line from Headcorn to Maidstone via Sutton Valence but the plans came to naught.
M. Tyrie (1954-F) moved to Worthing about three years ago where he practises Osteopathy after having worked for five years in a health clinic. He sees M.J. Hills (1959-W) and A.C. Beglin (1963-L) quite frequently as they are aU in the same profession. O.S. Readers of the ' Sunday Times" of 5th June, 1977, may have seen some references to E.H. Byrde (Master 1944-1950) with some photographs taken in the trenches in War 1. Mr. Byrde, now 93, lives with his daughter, Mrs. Bushell, in Burton Bradstock, Dorset. From our records he must be the senior surviving member of the Staff — and close challenger for being one of the senior members of O.S.A. J.W.W. Taylor (1965-F) has been elected to the Benevolent Board of the Band of Brothers. I t is believed that he is the first O.S. to join this August committee - but not, of course the first former member of the School who has qualified as a "Brother". Sir Charles Groves (1932-W), Vice President of the National Youth Orchestra, has been elected President for 1977-78. R.A.H. Still (1949-F), now living in Lincohishire, visited the School in May 1977 and gave a talk on "Bees" to the School Apiarists. He was a founder-member of the Society when he helped to make hives and frames for the late A.B. Derrick (Master 1926-to 1955). He also brought with him some young "queens" for the Society to help them repopulate their hives.
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manager for National Westminster Bank and is now at Head Office in Lothbury.
R.E. Tapping (1919-W) has been awarded the OBE for Services to Ex-Servicemen.
D.J.F. Godden (1960-L) left Malaysia in November last and travelling via Nigeria (4/'77) has gone to Hong Kong where he expects to be working for the next 2/4 to 3 years. Paul Neate (1956-W) has left his work with Philip Morris in Holland and is now with Careras at Basildon as Production Controller.
R.H. Palmer (1959-M) has returned to U.K. from the University of Zambia after being Senior Lecturer in the Department of History and is about to commence a one year Fellowship at the University of Edinburgh. He has a couple of books on African History due to be pubhshed this Autumn, by Heinemann Educational.
BIRTHS
GOLDEN WEDDINGS
HARRISON. On Thursday, 29th July 1976 to Jackie and NeviUe Harrison (1956-M), a daughter - Joanna Louise. A suitable greeting was sent from O.S. and O.M.T. Cricketers on Saturday August 7th. WALTER. On 23rd June 1976 to Pamela Joyce (nee Redman) and Michael A. Walter (1960-W) - a son, JuUan Michael. LONGDEN. On 7th August 1973 to Christina Ann (nee Preston) wife of Andrew J. Longdon (1956-L), a second son - Duncan Paul - a brother for Hamish. MOSS-GIBBONS. On 15th September 1976, to Nicola Aiisa (nee Templet) wife of David Frederick Moss-Gibbons (1967-F) a son - Timothy David. LEWIS. On 23rd March 1976 to Elizabeth (nee Bearsden) wife of Keith Glendower Lewis (1956-M), a son - Charles Owen. THATCHER. On Wednesday 10th November 1976 at Pembury Hospital to Marianne, (nee Belck) wife of Christopher Thatcher, master since 1975, a daughter - Annemane Christine GRIERSON RICKFORD. On 30th December 1976 at Pembury Hospital to Moira (nee Walker) and Alastair Grierson Rickford, master since 1972, a son Nicholas Matthew. BEGLIN. On 17th February 1971 to Erica and Christopher Beglin (1963-L) a son - Julian Russel Allan, a brother for Philippa. DAY. On 23rd February 1977 in Pembury Hospital to Linda (nee Durnford), formerly Caterer, wife of Brian Day (Master since 1971) a daughter-Catherine Sarah. LYNDEN-BELL. On March 18th 1977 in Sydney, Australia, to Marita and Richard Lynden-BcU (1965-L), a daughter. MEMMOTT. On March 2nd 1976 to Ehzabeth (ne'e LeGrys), wife of Richard Memmott (1963-L), sister of S.E. LeGrys (1968-C), a son - James Eric.
D'ALBERTANSON-ADAM. On 26th October, 1926, in Oporto, Portugal, Noel Udefonse D'Albertanson (1918-M) to Kathleen Joyce Adam. F U L U A M E S - M U R R A Y . On 25th July, 1927, at St. Jude's Church, Southsea, Rev. Owen Ralph FuUjames (1920-M) to Julia Murray.
DEATHS We record with regret the deaths of the former members or close associates of the School. GILLETT. In September, 1976, Alderman Sir Harold Gillett, a former Governor of the School. He had been Lord Mayor of London, 1958-9 and a Sheriff of the City of London, 1952-3. In the 1914-19 War he was awarded the M.C. and was mentioned in Despatches. Knighted in 1953 he became a baronet after his Term as Lord Mayor. He distributed Prizes at Sutton Valence in 1959. HART. On 22nd September, 1976, at his home in North St., Sutton Valence after a long illness, WilUam Hart (Bill, to most of his chents) for many years barber to the School. He had a difficult job both to please Housemasters who wanted their boys "short, back and sides" and his "patients" who had decidedly different views on the subject. He held a nice balance in these matters. KING. On 29th September, 1976, as the result of a motor accident on 31st August, Kenneth Walter Kmg (1919-M). Only a few weeks before his death Kenneth King was at Sutton Valence for the Quaterccntenary celebrations. From the "Fete" he took home the idea of running a "Horseshoe" game at his local political fete. He told us that he had considerable success for party funds. He was a Senior Freeman of the Clothworkers Company and always took a keen interest in the School, particularly in regard to its relationship with the Company. We are most grateful for his help and regret his untimely passing. PEDRICK. On 15th August, 1976, suddenly, at his home in Selsey, Sussex, Arthur Paul Pedrick, (1935-M) at the age of 57.
MARRIAGES WOODS-CHEESE. On 16th June, 1973, at Hughenden Church, near High Wycombe, Bucks., Christopher John Woods (1965-C) to Patricia Cheese of Hughonden. WALTER-REDMAN. On 21st October, 1972, at East Farleigh Church, Nr. Maidstone, Michael A. Walter (1960-W) to Pamela Joyce, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Surrey. BOWRING-ADAMS. On 7th December, 1976, m Bristol, Arthur Rennie Bowrmg (1968-L) to Jane Adams of Bristol. MARKS-WEBSTER. On 4th September, 1976, at All Saints' Church, Sanderstead, Nicholas Howard Ian Marks (1968-M) to Sharon Webster. R.W. Campion (1968-M) was best man. JACKSON-McALLISTER. On 27th August, 1976, at St. Mark's Church, Battersea Rise, S.W. 11 Robin Richard Jackson, GRSM, FRCO, ARCM, LTCL, Master and Organist since 1974, to Maureen McAllister FRCO of Battersea South, London, RUTHERFORD-SMITH. On Saturday, August 14th, 1976 at St. Peter's Church, Boughton Monchelsea, Anthony Richard Rutherford (1972-F) to Sally-Anne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Smith of Boughton and sister of R.P. SmUh (1970-F). A.P. Scott (1971-F) was best man. About 16 Suttonians ot various years were present but no one took a callover DANN-HAYWOOD. On, 7th May, 1977, in California Mrs. M. Haywood, widow of G.B. Haywood (1913-L and M) to George Dann of Glendale, California, Mrs. Dann had been a regular hostess to many O.S. Travelling in U.S.A., particularly E.S.U. students, during the past few years. WOOLVERIDGE-WHEATLEY. On 21st May, 1977, at Finchingfield Parish Church, Richard E. Woolveridge (1970-L) to Amanda Helen Wheatley. MARKS-BOUZON. At Chozeau, Isere, France on Saturday, 2nd July, 1977, Malcolm Kevm Marks (1972-F) to Mary Verohique, daughter of M. and Mme. Bouzon of Lyon, France.
KINNEAR. In a London Hospital, on 26th May, 1976, Harry Kinnear (1921-W), brother of R. Kmnear (1923-W), He had been on a visit to his daughter in Johannesburg when he suffered a heart attack. After a long stay in hospital in South Africa he was flown home to England but died four days after reaching the U.K. Harry was one of the original members of Westminster House when it was fii;st opened. COOPER. Peacefully in his sleep at his home in Eastbourne on 18th September, 1976, Captain Norman Thomas Porteous Cooper, CBE, RN, aged 77. After his naval career Capt. Cooper became Bursar at Sutton Valence from 1954 to 1966 and returned temporarily in 1968 on the death of Lt. Cdr. Frank Sweeney. He was one of the origmators of the "Friends of Sutton Valence School", the forerunner of the "QuarterCentenary Appeal" and the result achieved by the "Friends", bear witness to some of the many improvements which took place at Sutton Valence during his term of Office. His son, Richard, was a member of Founder's House from 1956 to 1958. The obituary m the "Daily Telegraph" recorded his Service career as follows; "He served in the 1914-19 and 1939-45 wars. Secretary and member of New Zealand Naval Board 1939-41, Secretary to Chief of Combined Operations 1941-2, Dept. of Dnector-General Supply Branch, Admiralty 1943-5, Secretary Fourth Sea Lord 1948-50 and Senior Supply Officer, Chatham 1952-4, CBE 1954.
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HOLLEY. On 6th December, 1976, in Eastbourne, George HoUey, for many years tutor in wind instruments at Sutton Valence. Very many musical O.S. will remember with gratitude George's help with their music. The School was represented at his funeral by the Dnector of Music, Mr. A.G. Foulkes. SOLOMON. On 29th October, 1976, peacefuUy in his sleep Harry E. Solomon (1922^M), father of G.R.H. Solomon, (1964-M). HOPE. At his home in Poole, Dorset, on 19th December, 1976, Frederick Howard Hope (1929-W), aged 66. "Freddie" Hope had been on the Staff of Westminster Bank since leaving School and had held the managership of a number of branches until his retirement in 1970. He was a keen cricketer and Archaeblogist, his chief interest being Roman Britain. His brother Robert (1932-W) has been invaluable in fmdmg information on all facets of Sutton Valence for School records, in fact he has widened our knowledge of the School's history more than any other old boy. RUSSELL. On 2nd November, 1976, at his home in High Halden, Kent, Kenneth Hamilton Russell, Professor of Fencing at Sutton Valence since the early 1960's. WEEDON. On March 9th, 1977, as the result of an accident, Martin Pryce Weedon, M.C., Former Clerk and Receiver to the Governors of United Westmmster Schools. Mr. Weedon retired on health grounds two years ago. He had always been a good friend of the School and we shall greatly miss his visits to the School on Speech Days and other occasions. SELLERS. On 29th May, 1975, Basil Richard Sellers, (1939-L).
REED. Robert David Reed (1967^F) died as the result of a swimmmg accident in April, 1976. His death by drowning was due to being struck in the chest whilst swimming i n a fjord just south of the Arctic Circle in Norway whilst awaiting the pubhcation of his book, "Amazon Dream" which was an account of his journeys and discoveries in. South America. He had revisited Colombia and written the draft for a book on that subject and was killed m Norway while getting f i t for another expedition BLATCHLEY-HENNAH. On 23rd June, 1977, at Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood, Frank Tregony Wolfe Blatchley-Hennah (master 1946 to 1954) in his 60th year. Tony "Blatch" was educated at St. Paul's School, whence he became Abingdon Scholar m Modern History at Pembroke College, Oxford, He served during the War in the Royal Artillery, in the rank of Captain, as a Liaison Officer with 21 Army Group under F - M . Lord Montgomery and was mentioned m Desptaches. He joined the Staff at Sutton Valence after the War and became O.C. of the C.C.F., Head of the History Department, Housemaster of Bennett House and also ran School Shootmg at Bislcy and elsewhere. He was also the founder of the "Hunting Society". Perhaps his greatest service to the School was m the compilation and publishing of "A Short History of Sutton Valence School" in 1951. After leaving Sutton Valence he worked in a school in Argentina and later in U.K When taken ill a few months ago he was teaching history at a school in Hendon. We record with gratitude all that he did for Sutton Valence, particularly the "History". E.A.C.
OLD SUTTONIAN SPORT
1881 and he carried his bat for 68 runs and took 7 wickets for 31 runs against The Clergy Orphans' School at Canterbury (now St. Edmund's School) in 1881. The first recorded century by a Suttonian was made by H.A. Crallan against King's School, Canterbury, (125) in 1884. Of the matches played in those days the games against Old Suttonians, The Village, Cranbrook School, and St Edmund's School are still on the fixture hst.
Cricket. Brewers' Company Cup. Round 1. Old Suttonians beat Old Dowegians on 29th May, at Sutton Valence by 151 runs. Round 2. Old Suttonians lost to St. Edmund's Old Boys at Sutton Valence on 12th June, by 16 runs (186 to 170). Golf. Autumn Meeting at Addington G.C. on Saturday, 22nd October 1977. Hon. Sec, P.A. de Pinna,Bruins, Wythwood, Haywards Heath, Sussex, (Haywards Heath 5483)
School Cricket Grounds. Originally School Cricket was played on. the site of the present School buildings and names of teams go back to to 1877. Cricket must predate this considerably because to first O.S. match contains the names of former members of the school who were here in the '60 and early '70s and it is unreasonable to think that they had never played the game before. In 1883 the ground, which was only 4 acres in area (Lillywhite) was changed to the present field of 8 acres (Lillywhite) near Warmlake. The Old Ground was then used by the Village until 1910. The present Upper was enlarged to include the "Net Area" in about 1920.
M.R. Benson's feats on the Cricket Fields for Sutton Valence these past few years prompted some research in the "Suttonian" and other reference books to find out whether anything like it had been achieved previously. Well, not for about 100 years do we find anything comparable. However between 1881 and 1884 we find that M.R. Cobb set up another record which, we think, is equally forbidding. In Lillywhite's Cricketer's Companion we find that he took over 100 wickets for the School in 1884. Since Cobb's other performances are in the same class we give his batting and bowling figures over those four years. M.R. COBB. 1881 to 1884. Batting Year Innings 1881 10 1882 11 1883 13 1884 15 Totals
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Total. 261 146 278 301
Highest 68* 39 76 60
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986
69*
Bowling Year Balls 1881 1882 1883 1884
Overs (4 balls) 872 (218) not recorded (308) 1232 1374 (343.2)
Totals
3478+ (869.2+)
Average 32.62 14.60 21.40 23.15 22.40
Maidens
Runs
Wickets
norecord
291 229 309 421
62 52 82 106
4.53 4.40 3.80 3.103
1250
302
4.14
86 102 (188+)
Changes of address of Old Suttonians Overseas. Note. Up-to-date address lists of all members of O.S.A.are kept by The Hon. Sec. O.S.A , The Hon. Keeper of Records, The Headmaster's Secretary and The President, (c/o The School, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, ME17 3HN) These will supply addresses of individuals if asked. Lists of O.S Overseas are also kept, and an up-to-date copy by Continents, Arears, etc. will be sent to members of the Association who travel overseas if they care to ask for them. Recent changes are:1944 J,P. Bidmead, 3/39, Studley Pk. Rd., Kew, Victoria, 3101, Austraha. Mrs. G. Dann, (formerly Mrs. G.B. Haywood) 201, West Mountain St., Glendale, California, 91202, U.S.A. J.N. Brice, 55-9111,5 Rd., Richmond, B.C., Canada, U7A 4N3. 1920 H.R. Beeson, 19, St. Nicholas Rd., Darien, Conn., 06820, U.S.A. R.W. Baker, c/o Taklai Logging Co., Box 6000, Prince George, B.C., Canada. D.J.S. Frederick, 137, Wineva Ave., Apt " A " , Toronto, Canada, M4E 2T3. 1928 R.G.W. Mills, Box 2156, Bulawayo, Rhodesia. D.J.F. Godden, c/o Scott Wilson, Knkpatrick and Ptms., 1720, Star House, Kowloon, Hong Kong. P. Neate has returned from Holland to U.K. Dr. R.H. Palmer has returned from Lusaka to U.K.
1884 bowhns is taken from Lillywhite's Companion for re85 (Season 1884).
Average
Cricketer's
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UNIVERSITY AND C O L L E G E EXAMINATION RESULTS. In addition to those results already published we now know of the following:Name etc. T. Voelcker (1970-F) T. Fleck (1974-F) G.N.T. Cooper (1972-C) J. Cooper (1972-M) Sqn. Ldr. C.J. Woods, RAF, B.Sc. (Bristol) (1965-C) B.D. Sorrentino (1973-L) F. Tahzib (1968-C) R.W. Campion (1969-M)
University or College Edinburgh (four year course) Goldsmiths' College London City University
Subjects History Zoology Mechanical Engineering Mining Geology
Result M.A., CI. I I . 1 Class I . B.A. (Hons), CI. I I . 1 B. Sc. (Hons).
Cranfield Institute of Technology Birmingham Aberdeen London University
Aeronautical Engineering Theology Medicine Law Finals
Y.K. Kwan (1973-M) J.M. SeweO (1964-L)
West of Scotland Agriculture College Food (Dau-y) Technology Poole Technical College, Mathematics and Physics Natal Advanced College, R.S.A. Chemical Technology Oxford Polytechnic Institute French for Institute of Linguists Guy's Hospital Medicine Polytechnic of the South Bank, London Town Planning Regent St., Polytechnic Inst. Photography King's College Hospital Medicine Jesus College, Cambridge Architecture (Part 1) Caius College, Cambridge Law (Part II) Jesus College, Cambridge Architecture Caius College, Cambridge Theology
M.Sc. Class I . M.B.,Ch. B. Class I I I . Called to Bar, November 1976 H.N.D. (Passed). Passed Diploma
S.D. Yates (1971-F) D.I.F. Kelleher (1965- F) S.P. Davie (1970-F) J.J. Young (1969-L) N.W.N. Townshend (1974-F) D.J.L. Leslie (1974-L) O.H.C. Stobbs (1973-F) J.A. Voelcker, S.A. (1970-F) J.S. Golob (1973-C)
Diploma, A.I.L. M.B.,B.S., 1972. C. N.A.A., B.A. (Hons), CL IL 2. Diploma. 2nd M.B. CI. n. 2. CI. I I . 2. Dip. Arch. (Cantab.). Class 1
ADDITIONS TO LISTS OF ACCEPTANCES AT UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES OF HIGHER EDUCATION. Name N. Shaw (1975-F) P.G. Cooper (1974-C) C.J. Bermger (1976-L) N.A. Smith (1976-L) C. J. Wait(1976-L) N.W.N. Townshend (1973-F) R. Horner (1975-F) G.M. Sharp (1975-F) R.D. des Trois Maisons (1976-C) A.C. Grant-Morris (1976-C) T.G. Bennett (1976-L) J.P. Coote (1976-F) M.G. Smith (1976-M) R.J.N. Leighton (1975-W) S.A. Mole (1975-F) J.M. Randolph (1975-F) J.T. Marshman (1975-L) L. Kung (1976-W) A.R. Bowring (1968-L) R.S. Baird (1972-F) J.M. Baulf (1976-C)
University, College, year of entry Loughborough University - 1976 Sheffield Polytechnic Institute - 1976 Durham University for 1977 Heriott-Watt University N.E. Surrey College of Technology King's College, London (1975) Edinburgh University (1976) St. Catharine's College, Cambridge Exeter College, Oxford Imperial College, London Sussex University East AngUa (for 1977) Newcastle (for 1977) Newcastle (1976) Thames Polytechnic Institute HuU University Yale University, U.S.A. (1975) West London College, Hammersmith Cardiff University (3rd year) Glasgow University (1975) Holderness School, U.S.A.
D. J.S. Frederick (1974-C) R.G. Stewart (1975-F) N.W.N. Townshend (1974-F) S.P. Davie (1970-F) J.J. Young (1969-L)
Ontario, Canada. London University King's College Hospital Polytechnic of the South Bank, London Regent St. Polytechnic
To study Food Processing Technology Physiotherapy History Architecture H.N.D. (Buildings) Medicine Engineering Science Engineering Psychology and Theology Zoology Environmental Science History Mathematics English Accountancy Law and Politics History and Philosophy Business Studies for H.N.D. Nautical Sciences Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics for B.Sc. English Speakmg Union student for one year. Archaeology Medicine Town Planning Photography
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•MASTERS-PREFECTS1977 MASTERS Headmaster : M.R. RICKETTS, M.A. Second Master: A.R. DOUGLAS, M.A. Assistant to H.M. : R.P. COUTTS, M.A., F.R.G.S.
Assistant Masters D.A. SIMMONS, D.L.C. (Hons) A. G. FOULKES, M.A. R.E. HORN, M.A. B. D. WARBURTON, B.Sc. M.H. FAIRBANK, M.A. F. R. BALL, B.Sc. R.F. BATES, B.Sc. R.D. CHANCE, M.A. M.F. BEAMAN, M.A. J. McCORMICK, B.A. K.M. SMITH, B.Sc, M.LBiol. D.W. TAYLOR G. G. ABLE, M.A. B. J. LITTLE, B.Sc.,A.F.I.M.A. C. R.G. SHAW, M.A.
B. R. DAY, B.A. A.N. GRIERSON RICKFORD, M.A. I.H. MARTIN, B.A. W.K. PIPER, B.A., B.Ed. J.S.E. FELTWELL, B.Sc, Ph.D., F.R.E.S., F.L.S., M.L. Biol. F.R.R. JACKSON, G.R.S.M.,F.R.C.O.,A.R.C.M.,L.T.C.L. Major J.B.HUGHES,B.A. M.E.F.PETTMAN,M.A. C. H. THATCHER, B.A. The Rev. D.J. BARNES, Dip.B. & R.S. C.G.V. DENBY,B.Sc. A.G. BROWN, Dip. Tech. (Sc), Dip. Ed., M.A.C.E. Mrs. M.A. POPAY, B.Sc. Mrs. B.J. PIPER Mrs.M.P. PETTMAN,B.A.
Bursar: Lieut. Cmdr. T.P. HALL, R.N. (Rtd.) PREFECTS HEAD OF SCHOOL W.I. KNOCKER (C) Cornwallis:
Founder's:
W.I. KNOCKER * G.E. MILLIGAN D.C.G. FOSTER B.H. Boese P.J. Burton M.I. Licence D. Rothman G.J. Sagar
A.J. BETTS * D.J.Burge T.S.T. Foulkes S.R.S. Marsh T.Pink J.E. Burnett S.A. Cookson A.S. Bardsley M.A. Cook
St. Margaret's: M.C.S. WELLS * M.R. BENSON I.M. SUTHERLAND T.C. Shears P.B.A. van der Vlugt S.H.A. Walters I.M. Hajjaji M.P. Dodson A.G. Reeve
Lambe's: G. D. CHILTON* A.J. French J. Lebon C.K. Leow H. M. Smith M.P. Smith S. Adamjee R.O. Nichols Westminster: R. BROWN * M. BROWN R.J. Fetherston N.J. Loggie J.R.E. Lovelace N.R.M. PoHtzer J.C. Turner A.M. Amin
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