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ANNUAL

MAGAZINE OF THE

WYNBERG

BOYS' HIGH

DECEMBER 1961

SCHOOL

PRINTED

J. 48

RYAN

PINE

(PTY.)

ROAD.

LTD.

WOODSTOCK

SENIOR

SCHOOL

STAFF

PRINCIPAL

Mr. W. E. Bowden,

B.A., H.E.D. ......

...... Mathematics VICE-PRINCIPAL

Mr. F. G. Thorp,

M.A., B.SC., B.ED.

...... Physical Science STAFF

Mr. H. Arguile, B.A. Mr. H. E. de W. Tasker,

B.A.

A. G. Driessen, B.A. l. B. Gardener, M.A., B.ED. S. Gilmore, B.A. W. E. Gredley . . E. P. Hopkins, A.I.C.B.(S.C.), N.C.T.C. Mr. T. l. Hurter, B.SC. . . Mr. E. D. Keyser, B.A . Mrs. E. lennings, L.U.C.T. Mr. F. A. J. Kooy, B.A .

Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr.

Mr. A. Kucharzik, B.A.(HONS.) Mr. W. Lennox, B.sc.(r-IoNs.) Mr. l. L. Mathew, B.SC. Mr. A. l. A. Morris, B.A.

Mr. D. S. Sieberbagen, B.A. Mr. H. l. Smuts, B.A., B.COMM., A.LC.A. Mr. K. E. Ittershagen-Strauss,

Mr. A. Verwymeren Mr. G. E. B. von Hoesslin, Mr. l. R. Wheeler, B.SC. Mr. A. l. A. Wilson,

B.A. B.SC

B.A. ......

Dr. H. G. Wood, B.A., PH.D.

Latin, Religious Instruction History Religious Instruction, Afrikaans English, Latin Geography Afrikaans, Physical Education Mathematics, Bookkeeping, Commercial Arithmetic Art ...... Manual Training Educational Music English, General Science, Social Studies, Religious Instruction English, Social Studies Mathematics Geography, Religious Instruction Physical Education, Biology, Social Studies, English Afrikaans, History Bookkeeping, Commercial A rithmetic, Business Methods Afrikaans Music General Science, Mathematics, Afrikaans Mathematics English Mathematics, Zoology

SECRETARY: Mrs. l. Cotton,

JUNIOR Principal . . Vice-Principal . Sub A Sub B Std. lA Std.IB Std.2A Std.2B Std.3A Std.3B Std.4A Std.4B Std. SA Std.5B Physical Training Class Singing . Remedial Speech Eurhytbmics Piano Violin 'Cello Speech Training and Play Production

SCHOOL

B.A.

STAFF

...... Mr. A. Lorie Mr. l. F. Oosthuizen, B.sC. Miss K. Lacey Mrs. M. Padclick Miss P. Weights Miss A. Wyness Miss M. Levin Miss S. Elllott Mrs. J. Oberholzer Miss F. Gould Miss P. Smith Mr. K. Hutcheson Mr. A. Lorie Mr. K. Pretorius Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.SC. Mrs. E. lennjngs Miss P. Robertson Miss J. Evans Miss E. van der Linden Mr. A. Lorie Mr. J. Spink Miss D. Salmon

@hitUffl1l C. A. MACLEOD radio work. At one time he read scripts over the air for tbe Broadcasting Company. In bis spare time he built wireless sets of all kinds.

Charles Augustus MacLeod was born at Sea Point on 7th October, 1911. After obtaining the Senior Certificate at tbe Sea Point Boys' High School in 1929, he started work at the S.A. Mutual Life Assurance Co. In 1933 he took the Primary Teachers' Certificate at the Cape Town Training College, Mowbray, and took bis first teaching post at the Sea Point Boys' Junior School. His next post was Fish Hoek Primary School from January, 1935, to December, 1936. With one year's study leave in 1937, he obtained the B.A. degree at the University of Cape Town at the end of the year. The next year he took his first senior post at Grey High School, Port Elizabeth. From there he went first to Cathcart High School, then to Maitland High School. In 1942 he obtained the M.A. degree through private study, with English and Latin as major subjects. He joined the Wynberg Staff in July, 1946, and remained on the Staff until his death. He was the author of two English text books in use in schools today: UA Progressive English Course" for Std. VI, and one for Stds. VIr and VIll. He wrote many stories, articles and plays, and edited several school magazines. He was particularly widely read, and be looked after the School Library, which was greatly expanded under his guidance and direction. His interests were extraordinarily wide, and one of his particular joys was music. He studied it with great eagerness, and was especially keen on

He took a keen interest in all kinds of sport, but especially in tennis. For years be was a match player for Sea Point Lawn Tennis Club and later became Honorary Secretary of the Wynberg Lawn Tennis Club. At School he was in charge of Tennis, and his devotion and keenness brougbt outstanding success. He was Vice-President of the Cape High Schools' Tennis Association, and at times virtually carried all the responsibility of the organisation. In tennis circles, both in and out of School, he will be sadly missed. He belonged to the Anglican Churcb, and for years was a Churchwarden of the Holy Redeemer Church at Sea Point. Charles MacLeod was gentlemanly, earnest and sincere; only his best was good enough. He was absolutely loyal, trustworthy and reliable. His opinion was always respected and sought after. His thoughts were individual, and bis friendship was a great comfort. He was a fine, sensitive soul, whose zest for life and higb sense of duty sent him to an early grave. In his short span of life he accomplished enough to make his friends and his family feel proud of him. He passed away suddenly at his home in Claremont on Ist March, 1961, at 10.15 p.m. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, to whom we extend our deepest sympathy. H. I.SMUTS.

Gii/orial The year 1961 has been a memorable for our

country

and

we have changed and

for the School.

our status

by our withdrawal

have

severed solving

divisions created

our

and

peoples,

however,

bealing

fresh problems,

far

the tragic

we seem

the full im-

a fresh appraisement in a more

r.ealistic

nor a Monarchy,

of human approach

to our

racial

us as a School

memorable

in that

of our Double became

with that of educational

standards, place

country.

and

among

it entitles

the

recognition,

its present

and

for

of a School",

our birthday

is to be found

published

which

every

strive to uphold

tllis year

It is a record

celebrations.

all Old Wynbergians

can

be justly

present

as a School

depends

primarily

presents

What

that future

upon many

upon ourselves.

us with a continual obstac!es

overcome,

and

and difficulties if, in school

and

out

and

hey

very well, as we

School

Badge,

super-

reminds

us that

all sons of a common to a common

ideal.

representing

insignia

the

remind

individual us that

competition,

School

"Many

House

within

that

and a healthy

while,

to mark

returns

there

spirit of rivalry pointed

is a constant

happy

entity

as already

spur

so we all join

and

out.

fresh

in wishing

of the day".

the

Flore-:JI

Wynbergiensis!

a The

year

is once

again

rapidly

close, and we tak.e the opportunity our

we must

readers

perous

New

old School

but it de-

a very happy Year.

The

Calendar,

be a little longer

return

after

than

of it, we

to a

of wishing next

year

to the experi-

that the vacation but

all

and a pros-

the unpopular

usual,

likely to be any objections

to be

drawing

Christmas

ment made this year, means

reminding

are meant

cover,

of the b3.dge.

motto

Our School motto

challenge,

like to submit

colours,

and all aspiring

And

holds for us

things,

The

an entity,

th:'! School

and

It was only neces-

done

upon tbe School

endeavour.

of which

and

another

he takes in everything

Magazine

you will agree.

Mater

is just

At the same time, the four quarters

and

boy should and

it was done,

the new

This is the work

he might

year's

is room for diversity

While we are proud

of the past, we live in the present,

this

in "The

proud,

Wynberg

and enhance.

look to the future.

growth

that

of some

hence

and

of the keen interest

colours,

the

of its strug-

of its steady

size and status

deserving

cover.

Townley-Johnson,

to suggest

Alma

age by South schools

is surely

today

in his desire and

of commemoration;

we are essentially

institutions

The story of its birth-throes,

gle for

us that

think

us to an hon-

oldest

Birthday

mark

imposed

ample

to add lustre to its reputation.

design

chiefly

provide

of the Old School

his forbears

the

to say that

cetermination

sary

prob-

On Ist June

Jubilee.

will

that has to do with the School.

and

the celebration

but it is a very respectable

African

pends

been

magazine

that the product

instance

120 years of age. This may be no great age

overseas,

record

has

it has marked

Diamond

in comp3.rison

Story

the year

this

We venture

behind

presto!

For

is safe.

i3 not hgging

Mr.

lems.

oured

pages

we have to do in this spint,

look of the Magazin.e

but in

relationships

of Wynberg

special

all of which only goes to show that our salvation in a Republic

future

A J20th

to have

of which are not as yet fully apparent;

lies neither

whatever

evidence

us in good

In the process,

for ourselves

plications

stood

tackle the

the Commonwealth

have

our problems

among

Nationany

to that of a Republic,

from

ties which

stead over the years. from

one both

there

will

are

on this score! H.A.

not

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The Honour Award this year has gone to R. Sladen and L. Nochomovitz, both in Standard 8, for their initiative in launching and for their perseverance in producing, entirely by their own efforts, a magazine which not only does them great credit, but which enjoys great popularity among its wide circle of readers.

."...

Puzzles, Science Corner, Letters to the Editor, etc., the magazine boasts articles by such well-known personalities as Dr. Danie Craven, Mrs. Joyce Newton-Thompson, Lionel Wilson, George Young, Capt. M. F. Stern (Stamps), Neville Dubow (Art), Tom Reddick, Maxwell Price, etc. It has even attracted the notice of tbe Cape Argus, which has on three occas.ions given it publicity, and it has also figured on the radio in the "Calling to Youth" programme. Copies of the Times have been sent as far afield as Johannesburg, England and Germany.

The Times was started in 1958 by R. Staden, then in Standard V, L. Nochomovitz joining him the following year as co-editor. The publication was naturally rather primitive at first, and the difficulties were legion, not least being the cost of stencils, paper and ink, which were a severe drain on their slender resources, while the only "printing press" available to them was an old roneo machine. Nothing daunted by these difficulties, however, they persevered until the School at last officially recognised their work by supplying them with the requisite materials and allowing them the use of the School duplicator.

The editors claim to have found the work of compiling the material for the Times very interesting and rewarding. In addition to improving their general knowledge, they have found that(i) they have gained confidence;

tremendously'

in self-

(ii) they have lost their fear of V.I.P.s, whom they found to be human after all. ;

The first copy of tbe Times was a 12-page publication selling at the modest price of 3d. The latest edition, the price of wbicb has increased to 10 cents, is a much more ambitious publication running to 36 pages and containing colour cartoons by such well-known newspaper men as Townley-Johnson and David Marais of the Cape Times, and Jack Jackson of the Cape Argus. All proceeds from tbe sale of the magazine are donated to the Peninsula School Feeding Fund, a very worthy cause. So far, excluding the proceeds from the sale of the most recent edition, the Fund has profited to the extent of R60.00, and it is anticipated that the latest effort will make it possible to add to this another R30.00.

(iii) they have gained a sense of responsibility by carrying out a project like this on their own. Next year our youtbful editors move up to Standard IX, where their spare time will not be so plentiful as at present, with the result that they may be reluctantly compelled to discontinue their editorial work. They are looking, tberefore, for volunteers from the lower classes to carry on tbe work which they have done so well oer the past four years. It would be a great pity if the Times had to close down at this stage, and it is to be hoped that this write-up will encourage some of our would-be editors to offer their services to keep the Times rolling from the press.

In addition to news of School activities and such general magazine features as Crossword

Mr. A. Kucharzik joined the Staff to fill the vacancy left by Mr. Thomson's departure, and we wish him a long and happy stay with us. Mr. Strauss replaced Mrs. Pretorius, who could only be with us in a temporary capacity owing to the disqualification that she was married! This was her only disqualification, however, and we place on record our thanks for the sterling work she put in while she was with us, particularly in the teaching of Afrikaans. It cannot be an easy thing for a woman to serve on an otherwise purely male Staff, but Mrs. Pretorius took her place quite naturally and without any apparent embarrassment, and soon established her right to be regarded not as a stopgap but as a colleague and full member of Staff. Thank you, Mrs. Pretorius. For a short time Dr. F. K. Holdsworth helped to fill the vacancy left by the death of Mr. MacLeod, and later he was replaced by Mr. A. J. A. Wilson, who is still with us. Mr. Wilson is no stranger to some of us who remember him from his Rondebosch days, and we are very grateful to him for coming out of hjs retirement to help us. Another instance of the debt the Education Department owes to its retired teachers in these days of teacher shortages. During Mr. Arguile's absence on sick leave, Mrs. L. Spiro relieved for a short time during the third term, and we are grateful to her for coming to our assistance in this way, and hope she enjoyed her brief stay with us. Our hearty congratulations go to Mr. and Mrs. A. J. A. Morris on the birth of a daughter on 24th April this year, and we rejoice with them on this addition to the family. Mr. and Mrs. Morris also took over control of the Boarding House from lhe beginning of the year, and we congratulate, or should we say commiserate, with them on this appointment. At any rate, they have shouldered their added responsibilities with admirable sang froid, and we trust they are not finding the cares of their adopted family-80 of them-too onerous. Congratulations aLso to Mr. and Mrs. J. Mathew on the birth of a daughter, Elizabeth Jess, on 16th September this year. We share their joy aLso. 'The Prefects this year were elected as follows: G. Pasvolsky Head-Prefect), H. Baker (Deputy Head-Prefect), J. Bleach, J. Ditchfield, D. Fagin, W. Fick, S. Gottschalk, W. Groenewald, S. Jennings, I. MacRae, R. Ormond, D. Richardson, L. Schwab, J. Smuts, W. Tooley, D. Whitfield, H.

The year began with several Staff changes. Notably missing from the Staff Room was the face of Mr. D. H. Thomson, who left us at the end of last year to go to Bishops. His departure was a grievous blow to the English Department of the School, a blow accentuated by the sudden death of Mr. C. A. MacLeod shortly afterwards. We can ill afford to lose men of this calibre, especially in these days when English-speaking teachers are so hard to come by. During rus stay at the School Mr. Thomson made a lasting contribution to the life of the School in many ways. In addition to his work in the classroom, where he succeeded in instilling into bis pupils a love of the English language, he gave unstintingly of his time and energy to various extra-mural activities, particularly on the Cricket field, where he communicated to his 'side' rus own intense love of the game, and inspired them with the same keenness and enthusiasm which cbaracterised his own approach to everything he tackled. The Cadet Detachment too will miss rus leadership and guidance. His most outstanding service to the School, of course, is to be seen in the publication this year of rus "The Story of a School", compiled to mark the Double Diamond Jubilee of the School, and in this he will be assured of a lasting memorial. We miss him in the Staff Room, in the Classroom, and on the Playing Field, but our loss is Bishops' gain, and we wish him well in his new sphere of service. The death of Mr. MacLeod on 1st March this year left us aU stunned. A tribute to his memory will be found elsewhere in this Magazine. It is still difficult to realise that he is no longer with us, and we treasure the memory of a loyal colleague who spent himself unsparingly in tbe service of the School. To Mrs. MacLeod and the members of the family we extend again our deep sympathy. To take the place of those who left us last year, we welcome to the Staff Messrs. A. G. Driessen, A. Kucharzik, T. J. Hurter and K. E. IttershagenStrauss. Mr. Driessen is no stranger to us, and after a brief absence at Bellville we welcome him back to the Staff. Mr. Hurter has taken over the Art Room, and under his direction Art in the School has certainly come alive and taken on new meaning. Evidence of this will be found in various parts of this Magazine, notably in the contributions of AndrĂŠ Steyl, one of his star pupils.

SCHOOL PREFECTS Second Row (left to right): L. A. Schwab, S. R. Jennings, I. MacRae, R. G. Ormond, W. H. Fick, D. R. Richardson. First Row (left to right): H. R. F. Wolft', D. R. Fagin, S. D. Gottschalk, M. J. Smuts, W. Tooley, J. L. Bleach, W. R. Groenewald. Seated (left to right): D. E. Whitfield, Dr. H. G. Wood, Mr. H. E. Tasker, G. J. Pasvolsky (Head Prefect), Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), H. M. Baker (Deputy Head Prefect), Mr. F. G. Thorp (Vice-Principal), Mr. H. Arguile, J. G. Ditchfield.

Wolff. The office of Prefect is no sinecure, and, in congratulating them on their election to this office, we also thank tbem for tbe responsible way in which they have carried out their duties, pleasant and unpleasant. Our congratulations aJso go to all those appearing in our lists of successful examination candidates, to all those who have been awarded Scholarships and Bursaries, and to all, past and present pupils alike, who have in any way enhanced the name and reputation of their Alma Mater. In this connection, we note with pride the further success of Dudley Tomlinson at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. In "Les Patineurs" he is reported to have scored "one of tbe hits of tbe afternoon, in the virtuoso part of the 'Blue Skater'''. His performance is described as "technically strong and Jit by a vivid personaLity and a winsome characterisation. His final pirouettes tamed him an ovation". Nice work, Dudley; keep it up.

Donald Simons, to whose distinguisbed career in the Royal Canadian Air Force reference was made in last year's Magazine, recently paid a visit to the School while home on leave. It was good to see him again, and again we wish him "Alle die Beste". Another of our younger Old Boys, Barry Mason, has also brought distinction to himself and the School. In August this year he Jeft for the United States to take up a teachjng assistantship at Corneil University, New York, where be is teaching political theory in the Department of Government. At the same time he is conducting research work on the United Nations, and, while abroad, will represent the National Union of South African Students and the University of Cape Town at student congresses in the United States and Canada. At home and abroad our Old Boys continue to keep the flag flying high. We understand that there are likely to be further building alterations in the near future, plans

Strauss is taking up an appointment in Windhoek, and we are sorry to hear that Messrs. Hurter and Von Hoesslin are also severing their connection with us. We regret that their stay with us has been so short, and wish them all every success in their future careers. 73 Senior and 126 Junior candidates entered for the Certificate Examinations this year, and are now anxiously awaiting news of their fate. We hope it will be good news

haviQg been approved for modifications to the, Sci~nce block. The corridor is to be continued through what is now Mr. Thorp's storeroom, and a new storeroom and Lecture Theatre are to be built in the space between the present storeroom and the Woodwork block. The present Lecture Tbeatre will tben become a much-needed additional classroom. Rumour has it that several members of Staff will be leaving us at the end of the year. Mr.

1960 Class Prizes:

At the Annual Prize-Giving ceremony on Tuesday, 6th December, we were honoured by the presence of the Mayor, Mrs. J. Newton Thompson, to present the awards. In her address, which was a model of good diction, confident fluency and stimulating interest for all public speakers, she shared her wisdom on matters educational. Particularly she stressed the need for appreciation of the English language which should be saved from tbe onslaughts of sboddiness and poor taste. We shall Jong remember her visit for her graciousness and lively humour. We salute her services to our city, and thank her for her interest in us.

7A: P. Travis. 7B: V. Standley. 7C: G. Kernoff.

Standard VllI: Latin: D. Holland. General Mathematics: R. Herman. General Science: M. Margolis. Social Studies: F. Kleinman. Bookkeeping & Business Methods: G. Northam.

Class Prizes: 8A: 8C:

Merit Prize: A. ElIiott.

S/andard VI:

Srandard IX:

English: R. Pachter. Latin: R. Pachter. General Matbematics : C. Hay tread. General Science: R. Pachter. Social Studies: R. Pachter. Bookkeeping & Business Methods: B. Moodie. Woodwork: D. Pearson. Art: C.Dixon.

English: G. Pasvolsky. Latin: H. Baker. Physical Science: H. Baker and G. Pasvolsky. Mathematics: H. Baker. History: H. Baker.

Class Prize: 9A:

H. Baker.

Merit Prize: J. Duffield.

Class Prizes: 6A: 6B: 6C:

M. Margolis. D. Heller.

Standard X:

R. Pachter. H. Goodman. J. Deeley.

Afrikaans: C. Laubscher. Latin: A. Mitchell. Physical Science: D. McCallum. History: C. Laubscher. Bookkeeping & Commercial Arithmetic: C. Laubscher.

Merit Prizes: S. Ger, J. Newman.

Standard VII: Latin: P. Travis. General Mathematics: P. Travis. General Science: H. Kaplan, P. Travis and A. Gottschalk. Social Studies: R. Sladen. Woodwork: J. Capstick. Bookkeeping & Business Methods: V. Standley. Art: F. Opie.

Class Prizes: lOA: A. Mitchell. lOB: M. Marx. IOC: G. Laubscher. Friedlander D. Katz.

SPEC[AL PRIZES Pr.ize for English in Junior

Certificate:

Maskew Miller Priz:: for History: C. Laubscher. D. F. Marais Memorial Prize for Afrikaans: C. Laubscher. Best Speakers' Prizes: (1) U. Pritchard; (2) D. Katz. Bevan Prizes for Reading in English: (1) J. Bleach; (2) A. Mitchell. Templeton Prize for Music: (I) G. Rogers ; (2) H. Goodman. Epworth Music Society Cup for Services to Music: H. Dungey, N. Schafer, E. Malinaric, D. Freund, G. Rogers.

Honorary Membership of Old Boys' Union: Laubscher. Friedlander Shield: De Waal House.

ENGLISH READING COMPETITION The competition for Reading in English was held on Friday, October J 3th, and resulted as follows: 1st: D. Katz. 2nd: S. Gottscbalk and P. Todres. THE HONOUR TROPHY R. Sladen and L. Nochomovitz.

COMBINED MATRICULATION CLASS Third Row (left lo right): A. Nathan, B. S. Napier, D. M. Roe, S. M. Rogow, J. L. Evans, H. N. StoII, K. J. Thomas, H. D. Levenbach, S. R. Bass, R. Middelmann, C. J. P. Copeland, G. H. N. Sparks, J. B. le Sueur, H. Jessop, R. Solomon. Second Row (left lo right): E. Feist, A. A. Magnin, J. Nairn, J. Stauch, M. Henry, P. R. de Wet, L. de Bliquy, G. L. LevĂŠy, P. C. Fabricius, G. R. Peiser, E. P. le Roux, S. V. Kaplan, A. P. Viljoen, G. W. Hare, M. D. Aitken, R. D. Stewart, D. G. F. Sidman, M. J. Paddick, G. P. Leibbrandt. First ROl\)' (left fO right): R. J. T. Dau, A. E. Broek, J. D. Whitehouse, A. B. Clarke, T. Jamieson. D. J. Barnard, J. A. Goodwin, S. L. Jennings, W. H. Fick, 1. MacRae, D. R. Richardson, L. A. Schwab. H. S. Cailaghan, 13. K. Tait, S. Radowsky, N. R. Budge, M. Anderson, R. Kiwi, T. H. Bawden. Seated (Ieff to right): R. G. Ormond, H. R. F. WoUI, J. L. Bleach, M. J. Smuts. D. E. Whitfield, Dr. H. G. Wood, Mr. H. E. Tasker, G. J. Pasvolsky (Head Prefect), Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal). H. M. Baker (Deputy Head Prefect), Mr. F. G. Thorp (Vice-Principal), Mr. H. Arguile, J. G. Ditchfield, D. R. Fagin, W. Tooley, S. D. Gottschalk, W. R. Groenewald. Sealed 011 Ihe Groulld (left 10 right): C. J. Bell, W. Jenkins, S. Lurie, K. Gilmore. J. F. Duffield, L. D. Savadier, J. Schap, H. R. Spiro.

Gxamination Good, P. A.; Hadley, I.; Hancke, M. T.; Haupt, G. E.; Hemmings, S. S.; Holloway, P. M. ; Human, P. B.; Hume, M. J. ; Hunt, 1. L. ; Johnson, G. J.; Kahn, S.; Kaplan, R.; Keel, K. F.; Kennedy, M. W. W.; illin, M. J.; Knight, M. G. H.; Koekemoer, A. N.; Kriegler, A. B.; Labuschagne, E.; Levin, 1.; Levy, L.; Macrae, K.; Magnin, R. T.; Maisel, G.; Mandel, L. M.; Mannsbach, R. ; Maritz, B. K. ; Martin, P. G.; May, G. P.; Merrifield, R. M.; Miller, 1. B.; Moffett, J. L.; Miitti, J. E.; Nel, B. R.; Nurick, G. E.; Pachter, S. D.; Palm, B.; Parkes, J. C.; Peggs, N. R.; Rickson, N. F. ; Rossi, A. ; Salo, L. D. ; Smith, P. ; Sollinger, S. R. ; Spamer, C. H.; Steck, A. ; Steyl, A. C.; Sussman, C. M.; Taylor, O. V.; Templeton, D.; Thomas, N. F.; Van 't Hoogerhujjs, T. W. A.; Wallis, M. N.; Watson, P. C.

SENIOR CERTIFICATE First Class: Coates, P. R.; Cole, D. 1.; Heselson, N. G.; Laubscher, C. 0.; Loebenstein, J.; Lumb, R. L.; Marx, M. R.; McCallum, D. D. ; Mitchell, A. S. ; Shaskolsky, 1. S. ; Second Class: Alport, P. W.; Basson, A. G.; Brady, R. L.; Charles, R. A. R.; Coleman, D. L.; Colman, P. D.; Cook, D.; Cotton, G. F. ; De Wet, P. D.; Docke, B. W.; Dorer, M. A.; Du Toit, P.; Evans, K. W.; Foster, W. R.; Garven, T. M.; Gibbons, F. B.; GouId, W.; Jarmain, R. L.; Johnson, R. T.; Johnson, T. C.; Kahn, J.; Kantor, M.; Kelynack, B. S.; Kemp, G. K.; Klopper, H. P.; Koen, L: J.; Lewenson, J.; Lewin, J.; Lotter, E. R.; MichelI, B. T.; Mijler, 1. B.; Moens, R. M.; MundelI, M. P.; Northam, B. R.; Parnham, F. A. ; Pritchard, N. A. ; Rainey, D. J. ; Rennie, D. J.; Reynolds, G. C.; Rogers, G. S. ; Rourke, J. P.; Schouw, T. R.; Seeliger, R. G.; Shantall, G. C.; Sner, G.; Siegel, D.; Steele, M. J.; Stone, 1. F.; Talmud, L.; Versteegh, D. F.; Webster, P. D.; Zuyl, J. P. H.

Taalbond Results VOORBEREIDENDE AFRIKAANSE TAALEKSAMEN Laer Graad: Bramwell, C.; Brown N.; Bunting, G. E.; Clack, M. P. C.; Crundwell., P. S,; Engelke, P. P.; Ger, S. S.; Green, H.; Hale, M. M.; Haupt, C. P.; Hitchcock, P.; Holgreaves, P. M.; Le Roux, A. J.; Pachter, R. H.; Pieksma, F.; Prinsloo, J.; Radowsky, M.; Viviers, J.; Wyness, N. W. LAER AFRIKAANSE TAALEKSAMEN Laer Graad: Badenhorst, A.; Kiwi, R.; Kleinman, F. L.; Loebenstein, J.; Margolis, M. L.; Nochomovitz, L. E.; Stauch, J.; Todres, P. M.; Trott, S. P.; Viljoen, A. P.; Zabow, T.; Wolf!, H.R.F. HOËR AFRIKAANSE TAALEKSAMENS Laer Graad: Kahn, J.; Rogow, S.; Versteegh, D. F. WISE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS Post Senior Certificate Course: C. Laubscher, A. Mitchell. Standard X: G. J. Pasvolsky, H. B. Baker. Standard IX: D. R. Katz, M. Margolis. OLD BOYS' SCHOLARSHIPS 1959: L. H. Kaplan, M. Worral, J. H. Webb. 1960: M. Worral, J. H. Webb, I. M. Linden. 1961: J. H. Webb, 1. M. Linden, N. G. Heselson.

JUNIOR CERTIFICATE First Class: Anziska, B. J. A.; Baerecke, P. A.; Baker, R. N.; Bass, M. W.; Burrows, R. M.; Clarke, D. F.; Elliott, A. A.; Fairley, D. B.; Giles, M. J.; Gill, R. P.; Heller, D.; Herman, R. E.; Holland, D. G.; Katz, D. R.; Kipling, J. R.; Kleinman, F. L.; KnowIes, T. H. W.; MacFarlane, R. I.; Margolis, M. L.; Moore, V. C.; Northam, G. J.; Osburn, N. J.; Policansky, D. J.; Powell, O. P.; Selwyn, A. P.; Siaens, R. P. A.; Todres, P. H.; Trott, S. P.; Van Dijk, G. T.; Waters, R. J.; Watson, L. M.; Witte, B. C. P.; Zabow, T. Second Class: Attenborough, D. R.; Attenbo· rough, 1. K.; Bowditch, M. H.; Boyd, L.; Bray, R. A.; Burton, A. A.; Byron, K. G.; Chapman, N. A.; Clarke, A. F.; Cohen, D. S.; Cohen, S. A.; Collins, M. c.; Colljns, S. T.; Cook, F. V. S. ; Cook, R. S.; Cromhout, P. J. ; Davies, B.; De Reuck, D. K.; Desmarais, C. R.; Ellenberger, R. E.; Elliott, A. J. S.; Felbert, C. A.; Freedberg, H. R.; Friedland, D. B.; Gamsu, R. J.; Geldenhuys, S. C.; Geyer, R. C.; Gillham, T. R. C.; Godwin, P.;

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THE SPORT OF KINGS The hot sun beats down relentlessly on your back. Only the occasional cry of a gull breaks the intense silence. Your eyes turn to the horizon, where the deep blue of the sky meets the azure blue of the sea - looking for the swells which are racing silently towards the golden sands of the beach. You start paddling towards the beach, picking up speed before the towering swell reaches you. The only sound now is the swish of the water under the board - suddenly the swell is upon you and hurls the board forward. You swoop breathtakingly down the slide on the long run towards the beach. Board-riding was started in the South Sea [slands by the Polynesians. Their regard for this sport was so great that they called it 'The Sport of Kings". Duke Kuhanamaku of Hawaii introduced this fabulous art to Australia. He surfed on a crude sugar-pine board. At about this time the Australian Surf Life Saving Movement started. and boards were first ridden by the Life Savers. Tbus board-riding became part of the Surf Life Savers standard equipment. The Surf Life Sa vers per-

fected the boards, developing tbem according to the nature of tbe surf. For instance, on some beaches 'eigbteen foot boards were found to be best, because the waves did not break until they were close to the shore and these boards were capable of picking up a green slide long before it broke. Today the standard board is 16 ft. long, which is suitable for long green waves or steep breaking waves. The "trick" board is also a favourite - 10 ft. long, and a thrilling board to ride - so manoeuvreable that, once in a slide, it is possible to double one's speed by angling across the face of the wave. Developed from the surf-board and the canoe is the surf-ski, which, because it is paddled, is much faster than the other boards. It is even possible to catch a wave from behind on a ski. There is also tbe double ski, which is 22 ft. long and which can pick up almost any type of wave. These are very useful in rescue work. In a Surf Life Saving Carnival the double ski never fails to amuse and thrill the watching crowds as they ride out a big slide. R.

A Life Saver on a 16ft. board in slide for the long run

the beach.

SOLOMON,

10.

people who have different mother tongue. It could either be a language already in existence or one artificially invented. It would merely be an auxiliary language, not aiming to replace existing languages, although it might eventually have that effect. At present no such language exists. However, the attempt to supply a universal language goes back many centuries. Alexander the Or.eat spread Greek as an international language. For many centuries after his death, Greek was acknowledged as an international language. When Rome came to power, Latin replaced Oreek. Even after the fall of Rome, Latin continued to be the language of educated people. However, when, after the Renaissance, Classical Latin replaced Mediaeval Latin, it gradually ceased to be an international language. This was because of its difficult grammar and syntax, wbich could only be studied by very educated people and was more difficult than Mediaeval Latin. During the eighteenth century, French was the language of the upper class, but it lost ground after the French Revolution. Even today it is still used in diplomatic circles. It has been suggested that a modern language already spoken should fill the role of a secondary language. German. English, French and Russian have b:!en suggested, but these would be extremely difficult to foreigners. Latin and Greek, being "dead" languages, might not be resented as much as modern languages, but they are too difficult for the average person. However, Professor Peano of Turin invented a "modernised" Latin in 1903. He called this language "Interlingua". Another language, "Romanal", was also invented as a simple form of Latin. Both these languages have many followers. Attempts to construct an entirely new language completely free from all existing languages have gone back many centuries. The most important of these invented is Volapi.ik, invented by Father Schleyer, an Austrian priest. Since this language had an extremely complicated grammar, and because its founder refused to change it, it soon collapsed. The most popular of all "artificial" languages is "Esperanto", invented in 1887 by Dr. Z. Zammerhof of Warsaw. It was built both on Latin and Germanic roots. AU its plurals end in oj. It is extremely easy to memorise and has a simple grammar. lts supporters hold conferences. publish magazines, and have their own flag and anthem. "Ida" is derived from Esperanto. It was founded in 1907. "relo" is in fact the Esperanto word for offspring. It also has many followers.

A Life Saver springing to his feet a t the ~tart of a ride.

lOB QUOTATIONS

AND

QUIPS

A-nd-rs-n: From children expect childish acts. 0- BI-q-y: And I'm the weak-eyed bat no sun should tempt. (Browning) K-Im-r-: Absence makes the heart grow fonder. H-n-y: To sleep, perchance to dream. (Shakespeare) J-nk-ns: I love work, I could watch it all day. J-ss-p: I am not yet born, forgive me. M-dd-Im-nn: My head is always in the clouds. N--rn: To see her is to love ber. (Burns) R-d-wsky: If music be the food of love, play on. (Shakespeare) Sm-ts: All philosophies do 1 drat; how I love to be a Nat. St--ch: His flashing eyes, his floating hair. (Coleridge) W.h:'NKINS.

A UNIVERSAL

LANGUAGE

This term applies to a language which could be learned for the purpose of communication between

In recent years attempts have been made to create an international language of a different kind. Dutton's Speed words, founded in 1943, consist of extremely short words. Lancelot Hogben's Interglossa contains a vocabulary for seienti~ts. It is derived mainly from Latin and Greek. Words are built up on formulae. C. K. Ogden's basic English is not a new language, but actually a simplification of English. For instance, it only has eighteen verbs. Naturally the result is rather bare. As yet no universal language has proved triumphant. Esperanto has the largest following, but it is of little use to travellers. Each language has its advantages. Unless students of international languages reconcile their opinions, it seems unlikely that an international language will prove successful. B. ANzIsKA, 9a.

Eastern sector. The Western sector, however, was surrounded by Russian-controlled East Germany, and was only accessible to the Western Powers with the consent of Russia and East Germany. From then onwards East and West Germany continued on separate and independent lines from each other. In Berlin, as in the rest of Germany, the principal difference lay in the economic policy. West Berlin now became the asylum for refugees seeking to escape from the German Democratic Republic - as East Germany is called. The most important post-war event in Berlin was the "blockade" imposed by Soviet authorities in June, 1946, when they attempted to force the Western Powers to abandon their rights in the city. The blockade was placed on all land and water communications between East and West. The Western Powers, however, countered this with an "air lift" which lasted for II months. The blockade eventually ended in May, 1949. The U.N.O.'s attempt to bring the blockade to an end prior to this had failed. Although a solution was not reached over BerIin, the situation remained reasonably quiet until June of 1960. In 1960 the Soviet Union put forward a proposition for making Berlin a free city. The proposition, however, did not receive the support of the Western Powers. The most dramatic events of 1960 in Berlin began on August 30th, when the Government of the German Democratic Republic announced what amounted to a five-day partial blockade of West Berlin, from August 31st to September 4th. During that time no West German citizens were allowed to cross into East Berlin. In September a Soviet protest to the Western Powers on their "misuse" of the Berlin air corridor was rejected. The most recent crisis, however, started in July, 1961, when the flow of refugees through Berlin to the West reached an average of a thousand per day. The East German "Puppet Boss", Waiter Ulbricht, alerted the 100,000 men of East Germany's "People's Army" to maximum combat readiness, in order to stop the enormous flow of reiugees into West Berlin. Every East German refugee testifies that life in the Eastern Sector is becoming increasingly more difficult. In an effort to convert an agricultural area into an industrial one, East Germany has completely disregarded the hardships and sufferings of its inhabitants. As a result of the flow of refugees, the labour-short East German illdustry has suffered severely. The Soviet's latest demand for a peace treaty with East Germany, whereby she would secure

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE BERLIN SITUATION After "tbe war to end all wars" -1939-1945

we again find ourselves under that same dark cloud which hovered so ominously above us prior to the Second World War, a mere 22 years ago. It is incredible that after such mass slaughter and destruction, the nations of the world are prepared, if necessary, to resort to war in an effort to seek

peace. The advent of tbe hydrogen bomb and other DUClearweapons has possibly benefited mankind, if only for fear of what would occur in the event of a war; and it is this, and this alone, which will the eventual barrier between permanent world and the disastrous annihilation of the race and aU mankind. world politics today there are three main the Western Democratic, the Eastern Cornand a third bloc, comprising the nonneutral nations of the world. is today the most highly inflammable spot" in the world; and, notwithstanding consequences, a very grave crisis could up overnight. America, Russia, France, West Germany are continuously conan effort to reduce the tension. of the Second World War, Germany into two sectors: the East under and the West under the joint the U.s.A., Britain and France. Berlin, of Germany, was, however, situated in Sector. The Western Allies demanded Ibis metropolis, and it was thus agreed city of Berlin into a Western and 11

total control over access to Berlin, has been rejected by the West. This rejection has been prompted by the knowledge that, once this is obtained, the Western Powers would be deprived of all access to Berlin. As a last resort, Herr Ulbricht ordered a wall to be built to offset tbe flow of refugees. West Berliners have also been prevented from entering the Eastern Sector without a special permit. Despite these severe measures, about 30 refugees daily are still managing to find their way into West Berlin. And so the crisis continues without an apparent solution. A solution, bowever, must be found, and the responsibility for finding a settlement to the Berlin Situation, and with it, at least temporary world peace, lies squarely on the shoulders of the U.S.A. and the Soviet Union. F. KLEINMAN, 9a.

playing fields, which ]je so prettily at the foot of the mountains, presenting such a beautiful green picture and giving so much pleasure to the schoolboys. H. FREEDBERG, 9a. A FACE LIFT (1950-61) During this year a great deal has been written about the School, but very little about the past ten years. It is felt that the past ten years is not history, but common knowledge, but I feel sure that there are many boys at School whose stay has not been as long as mine. I am sure that more has taken place in the making of the School during the past decade than perhaps since 1892, when the School moved to its present site. As I tolddled up to School on my first day, the surroundings were a great mystery, although my family has been connected with the School since 1903. It might have stayed that way, had it not been that I was rather a naughty boy, as a result of which my parents decided that Boarding School was what I needed, so at the tender age of eight I became a boarder. However young one is, being a boarder at a school like this makes one feel part of it. Few boys realise that the "C" field was not so long ago nothing but weeds and rocks. It was the task of the boarders to make a field of it. A bulldozer was acquired, and every afternoon we were herded on to the ground, when we were set to work under the guidance of the senior boys. Today the result of these hours of labour, sweat and frayed tempers is to be seen in a beautiful rugby and cricket field. The boarders always seem to get hold of news of what is happening or about to happen before the day boys. Tbere were rumours that a new school was to be built, but we saw tbis as a wild dream that perhaps our grandcbildren would see. One morning, after breakfast, a convoy of trucks started to off-load bricks, cement and other building materials at the end of the drive. At this time the "A" and "B" fields were only about twothirds of their present size. At the bottom of the "A" field was what was known as the "Bundu", where we made our huts. Heaven help the poor day-boy who came within twenty yeards of it. As the old school was pulled down and tbe new one put up, so our precious 'Bundu" disappeared. For us boarders, however, the School came first, and we left the "Bundu" and made our huts in the new School, until some very unfortunate day-boy discovered them, and, in trying to get at them,

OUR PLAYING FIELDS To anyone who appreciates beauty it is a most stirring and picturesque sight to stand on our School entrance steps and look out upon the serene vista of our playing fields. The vast expanse of green before one, rising up to a background of trees and Kirstenbosch mountains in the distance, is a very beautiful sight. Immediately before the entrance steps are our two main playing fields. In the centre of tbe two playing fields is our main cricket pitch, which is in excellent condition during the summer due to the hard work of some of our masters. To the left of these fields is the cricket shed, in which all the cricket equipment is kept. Directly behind our "A" field is our memorial swimming pool and pavilion, which were built in memory of those of our boys who fell during the Second Great War. Since the erection of the swimming pool we have held our annual swimming gala there as well as various inter-school swimming galas. Lying alongside the pavilion are our tennis courts. I think that here our late English master, Mr. C. A. MacLeod, merits a word of praise for all tbat he did to build up our tennis section. In front of the tennis courts are the cricket nets, which is a scene of great activity during the summer when the players have their weekly practice. Then beyond the tennis courts are the shooting butts. Next to the cricket nets is the "C" field, which also has a cricket pitch in the centre of it. A short distance away, but not visible from the School, new playing fields are being prepared and are expected to be ready for use early next year. Wynberg Boys' High School can be proud of her 12

fell down and broke his leg. From then on the new building was strictly "out of bounds", unless one was accompanied by the foreman on very special occasions. During this time the Junior School had two new rooms built, but this seemed overshadowed by the Senior buildings. Of course we still had our old boarding-house, which, although it was not one of Sir Herbert Baker's best designs, was our real home, and, if any day boy dared to trespass, he received a good cold shower and never dared enter again. Across the School ground was "The Glade", which housed boarders too, but, unlike us, they wellt home for week.-ends. Saying good-bye to the builders, one felt it was the end of building for a long time, but within eighteen months they returned to build the upstairs to the back of the school. At long last the rumours of a swimming pool bt;came a reality, and tbanks to the generosity of the Old Boys, a living monument arose in memory of those who gave their lives in World War Jf. The cement was hardly dry and the bath just filled, when the boarders were teaching the world bow to break world records. Our School now seemed complete, but then came the builders again. This time our home was to be replaced by a modern hostel, which J am sure is not the same as the comfy old house with "Cristy Crackers" (the School Ghost) walking on the night of the new moon, but I believe too was forced to migrate. . It was a sorry day when I left the Boarding although in a way I was pleased, as I slept in "Littlewood House", and I should to compare the two, but, by those who knew the old building will always be remembered "Boarding House". the end of last term no building had place since the completion of Littiewood Now it is again the turn of the Junior to get some long-a wai ted classrooms. The tells us of a new Hall, but this time I be out of School by the time they At least, I hope so. hope that the next ten years will be as as the last. I. HADLEY, 9c.

DARKNESS,

backs and struck out to discover what our mountains have to offer. Many thrills await the mountaineer, but the greatest thrill of all lies in the very subterranean heart of the mountain - the dark network of tunnels and caves that strike deep into the living rock. These caves represent the best that adventure has to offer. Entering a long, narrow, tortuous tunnel that dives 500 feet into the dark, wet bowels of the earth is definitely not a thing that one does every day! As one great speleologist says, "You do not ha ve to be nuts to go caving, but it certainly does help!" However, if you go about the preparations and entry in a careful intelligent way, the element of danger is considerably lessened. Well, perhaps you have now become interested enough to want to try caving yourself. How will you go about it, and where and what will you cave? The area with the greatest number of caves is the Kalk Bay Mountain region. Here are found 67 caves, many of which possess beautiful caverns that arch up above you, and whose roofs are Jost in darkness. The darkness is perhaps the most frightening aspect. AU is deathly quiet save for your laboured breathing and the scraping of your body against the r.ock walls. You will need to select your equipment care路 fully, for nothing is more dangerous than a party headed for the "nether regions" with nothing more than their imagination. Never, never enter caves without companions. Everything must be able to be carried on your person. Firstly consider your lighting; it is important. A good powerful torch with spare bulbs and batteries is excellent. Don't forget some candles and matches, which should always be kept waterproof, and a ribbon of magnesium, which can be bought quite cheaply at any chemist's. When burning magnesium it is advisable to wind the ribbon round a green twig to ensure continuous burning. A little patience is required in lighting magnesium with matches, as a great heat has to be slowly built up before combustion will occur. Now consider your clothing. Bring along some tough spare clothing and definitely a long-sleeved garment. A rugby jersey is .ideal. A stout pair of boots is an absolute necessity. As regards food, bring along a bit more than you think you will need. A good, long rope capable of holding your weight will finish off your eq ui pment.

AHOY!

forlornly in top-storey southern-facing one can gaze out across the broad, of the Cape mountains, but how many "'lDllber have ever hitched a pack on their 13

Now you are armed to the teeth and ready to do battle, but against what will you strive? An excellent map of the Kalk Bay Mountain region, with all footpaths, caves and rivers clearly plotted, is obtainable from the Muizenberg Information Bureau. This map is suitable for compass work and contains a descriptive write-up of all caves plotted. Well, there you have the key to open up this new frontier to you. Accept the challenge.

dering far from tbe sticky heat of the plane to my destination at Novosibirsk, wbere I was to attend an International Red Cross conference. Glancing down, I watched with awed admiration as tbe high peaks of Nanga Parbat slipped underneath. As we cruised down into the valley, the pilot automatically started into a climb to rise above the approacbing Rakaposhi range. I was day-dreaming, and only reacted with mild interest wben the pilot called me forward. One glance at the instrument panel told me the answer; we were so heavily loaded with essential medical supplies that the Dakota could not climb fast enough. The Rakaposhi Range was 25,550 feet above sea level, and tbe Dakota was only climbing at 100 feet per mile, while we were still 500 ft. below tbe summit, which was only three miles distant. I realised tbat it was a crying shame, but it would have to be so. I opened tbe side-doors and glanced down the 25,000 ft. to tbe ground. Tbe beight was terrifying. Crossing the plane, I unstrapped heavy cases of drugs and pusbed a few over to the opening. But here the ridge prevented me from toppling them over. Mentioning this to the pilot, we decided that, as he banked the plane, I would topple out the crates. We rolled in a long curving bank, and I beaved tbe crates out. The heavy plane rose vertically for 30 feet, and I lost my balance. My poise destroyed, my body began to keel out. I managed to get a band to the ridge at the door. My bleeding fingernails tore at tbe bot plating, but the powerful slipstream dragged them off, and I struck my head a glancing blow on tbe tail plane, as I was flung out behind the plane. I was now fighting to maintain consciousness in the thin air, as I dropped like a stone toward tbe far-off eartb. Beads of perspiration streamed down my brow. The ground was rushing up towards me, and I could see tbe mountainous country below me. My fingers gripped feverishly for the comfort of the hard leather ripcord handle tbat seemed to evade me. Tboughts spun through my mind; I had to concentrate on tbe handle. Finally, locating the handle under some obscure fold, I jerked at it. Tben the suspense! Would it open? These thoughts were soon dispelled as the reassuring jerk of the opening parachute steadied my nerves. Glimpsing upward, I noted the contrasting white of the parachute against the azureblue of tbe midday sky. I hit tbe ground with a bone-jarring jolt and just lay tbere, relaxing. The aircraft bad Jong since disappeared, but I couLd still bear tbe far-off throb of tbe engines. I wondered wben tbe pilot

Speleologists: R. JENNINGSand R. EASTMAN,8a. THE ROCKET J shall be forever haunted by the beautiful sight Of that tall silver cylinder standing in the night; Red, green, blue lights reflected over there, In a placid pool under the cool night air. The wind parts the veil of billowing fumes, Revealing the rocket, ensbeathed in liquid oxygen plumes, Standing shivering in its loose polythene shroud, As the golden orb peeps out of the pink fluffs of cloud. The web of steel scaffolding retracts to near-by, As the siren wails out its desolate cry, Revealing an eager white shaft of light, Alone under the searchbghts, bizarre and bright. A deep roaring from a crucible of fire, The rocket shuddered as though stick in mire, Then a white-hot ingot of cascading might, A searing, screeching incandescent sight. Miles of metal, hope and wiring, Now, after lift-off, perfectly firing, A diminishing speck in the azure dome, Ever rising away from home. The tracking antenna, isolated, gaunt, The luminous bbps that the radar screen haunt, A machine, but a machine possessing a mind, Probing tbe universe, unknown hazards to find. The flight is over, with all its dangers frought; They have stopped, staring, tense and taut; And now the event for which everyone has wished, The radio signal, "Mission Accomplished". A. GOTTSCHALK, 8a.

NANGA

PARBAT

TO KENYA

The throb of tbe heavy Dakota engines filled my ears as we laboured up over Zaskar Range, a section of the mighty Himalays. After having left Rawalpindi in the International Red Cross Dakota only a few hours before, my thoughts were wan14

would realise that he was alone. My thoughts returned to my surroundings - rugged mountains on all sides, with the Indus River winding along in the gorge below. Picking myself up, I struck out down the lower slopes of Rakaposru to the Indus River. Here, on ground level, I was stiU 3,000 feet above the sea. Following the river aimlessly for about 3f miles, I arrived at a spot where a large rock overhung the trail, forming a large shadow. The spot was ideal for the purpose, and I started to sort out my personal possessions, consisting of a handkerchief, a pencil stub, five cigarettes, a tube of lifesavers, and old crumpled chocolate paper. The heat was intense, so I spent four hours in the shadow of the rock. Following the trail, I rounded a huge shoulder of the mountain, and with great relief saw wisps of smoke rising against the ruddy glow of the eastern sunset on the far horison. I was so taken by the panorama that I stumbled and fell over one of the wooden crates that had fallen on to the trai.l. The rough wooden case had burst on the ground, dispersing sets of first-aid kits that had been of immense value. I seized one of the cases and foraged through it. The phial was there, and I hastily injected the required dose into my anatomy. They were a strange nomadic people in their winter camp: truck-set, burly men with pale yellow tinges beneath their sun tan, and supplebodied women, with only their eyes showing. They were like black shapes crowded round the smouldering charcoal fire. I could read indefference on the faces of some and hostility on others. After an awkward pause, a shaggy-bearded man spoke to me in a well-known Hindu dialect. So that was it; the head-man was dying. No wonder the uneasy silence prevailed. I was led to the tent, which emitted an evil-smelling smoke. I learnt that he had been bitten by a snake while bunting in the Saser valley. Cougbing hard and rubbing my smarting eyes, I injected the life-saving serum into his leg. The following day, the chief baving recovered, I was shown an old broken-down jeep. Climbing in, I attempted to start it up, but tbe effort failed. Throwing open the bonnet, I saw that one sparkplug was missing. Tbe jeep was my only hope of ever reaching civilization alive. I checked through my scanty possessions and rediscovered the piece of tin-foil chocolate wrapping - the obvious improised spark plug. Now another problem confronted me: fuel. Remembering my war-time escapades, I obtained

a few mealies and stuffed them into tbe tank. Tbe old engine roared with a throaty cougb, and the jeep rumbled forward. The next few days we wound our tortuous route over the Karakoram Range and crossed the Soda plains, braving tbe most dangerous road in tbe world. I had used up all my insulin drug, and was relying on speed to save my life. I could feel how weak my tired frame was becoming. My feet were beginning to swell, and my entire system was cra ving for water, as I was forced to pour the last pint into tbe radiator. The midday sun beat relentlessly down from the brazen heavens. My lips were hard and cracked, and my tongue swollen and black. As the jeep rolled into the border village of Haji Langar, the crisis approached and I felt my body failing. I bad long since discarded my boots, as my feet were badly swollen. My legs buckled in under me, and I was lost in oblivion. Later the rest of the journey was related to me, by the hospital staff at Keriya. Fortunately the beadman at Haji Langar was tbe proud possessor of a radio transmitter, and this machine saved my life. A light Red Cross plane was flown in, and I was flown to the Keriya hospital, just inside the Chinese border. A fellow doctor was amazed at my recovery; so was I, being a diatetic. F.

OPIE,

Sa.

"THOU SHALT NOT KILL!" ".... Thou shalt not kill .... " Private Alex Conrads closed tbe Bible with a thud, then shivered. Hypocrisy, sheer hypocrisy, he thought. Men preach laws laid down thousands of years before and yet disregarded them as if they counted for nothing at all. 1917. Some people remember that date for a birth, others, perhaps, a death. A year of constant change, a year when the new-fangled flying machine became a weapon of destruction, a year that saw the birth of a new scourge, which was to lie dormant, put aside because of even greater evil, and then rear its ugly head thirty years laterCommunism ! But even more, people remember the date as being the third year of the Great War. 4.30 a.m. Another half-hour before reveille sounded. Conrads had not slept that night, nor had his mates, lying restlessly in the bunks around him. For they were in a trench, and who could sleep in an underground billet with drops of rainwater seeping down the back of your neck. Another half-hour Defore the men in the trench broke cover and charged the enemy, themselves in a trench, to kiU or be killed.

"Thou shalt 110t kill .... " Perhaps after the mess had been cleaned up, Conrads thought, men would realise how needless it had all been. But would they? Would it be the same story all over again, victory or surrender, new gains for some, losses for others, hardship for all? Bitterness and frustration welling up into yet another war after the previous one had been forgotten, while small children cried for their fathers? Or would men, at last, sadly but wisely, look back upon the trail of destruction they had created, and decide to end it once and for all? Perhaps tbey would, and yet. ... Reveille. Conrads leapt out of bed, after extinguishing his oil lamp. He and his companions hurriedly dressed, while the air filled with tbe usual acid early-morning complaints. Cockney Alan Pritchard remarked that he "didn't see as 'ow we 'ave ta fight the brass-'ats' ruddy wars for 'em, why couldn't they finish eachuvver off an' leave the rest of us bloom in' well alone?" Oaths and curses circulated freely, and the freezingly cold dawn atmosphere grew misty with the soldiers' evaporating breath. Stamping their feet to keep up their circulation, they filed out of the billet into the trench. Major John Williams had had a peaceful night's sleep, as he always managed to do. This was the reason for his cheerfulness of a morning, while other less fortunate souls staggered around blearyeyed. Thus it was in a similar vein that he addressed the soldiers before him: "Right, lads, you all know what we are to achieve today. However, to recap, it is, to put it in a nutshell, this: eight will remain in the trench and gjve concerted covering fire - remember to stagger your shots so that there are always at least seven firing; don't get caught with eight chaps loading - thirteen will come with me, approaching the Hun with a wide semicircle from the left of the covering fire, and Sergeant Major Bristowe wilJ lead the remaining fifteen frol11 the right, in the same way. You all know where you're stationed, not so? Right. Zero hour is in exactly eight minutes thirty seconds from now." "Why the hell couldn't we charge now," mutt.ered Conrads to himself. "Surely they know that the waiting's the worst part of all?" His reverie was disturbed by the request of, "Got a light, mate?" from Gerry McDonald, the only Digger in the platoon. "Uh - yes, next to my bunk," replied Conrads, "dunno why you're bothering though, only got a couple of minutes." McDonald, however, had disappeared, and returned a few seconds later flourishing a self-rolled cigarette,

wh.ich he puffed in ecstacy. His enjoyment, of course, was short-lived, and he was forced to extinguish the cigarette when Williams gave the order, "Ready. Get in there and finisb 'em off!" "Thou shalt 110t kill .... " Eight guns began a staccato fusillade as tbirty men grimly climbed from the safety of tbe trench to crawl the death-filled fifty yards of no-man's land to the Hun positions. The enemy soon recovered from the surprise barrage, and replied with equal vehemence. Conrads, in Bristowe's group, breathed the cordite-filled air with difficulty, and nearly choked as he saw McDonald, beside him, collapse with a bullet through his throat. McDonald was not the only one who fell before Bristowe's men reached the Hun trenchfive more met a similar fate - but the remaining eleven fell upon the surprised Germans with all the more impetuosity. Inside five minutes the trench was in British hands, with only one Hun not killed. He, surprisingly enough, was very much alive - so much so that he attempted to escape. Leaping to his feet, he swung a punch at Conrads, who was standing before him. Conrads took the full force of the blow in his face, but managed to grab him by the throat, the German's identity locket coming away in his hand. The enemy soldier desperately aimed a kick at Conrads, but was felled from behind by Alan Pritchard, who brought his bayonet up to fil,ish him off. "Thou ,I'hall 1101 kill!" Conrads lunged forward and gripped Pritchard's rifle before the blade could stab into the prone German's body. "No! Don't kill him!" he yelled. "Wassermavver wiv yer, the bastard tried ta escape didn't 'e?" "Just ... just leave him, that's all I ask, We've already had too much killing. Aren't you satisfied? " The British soldiers had been too stunned by what had happened to say anything, but they now did so witl1 alarming alacrity. "Conrads, you chicken or something?" "Finish the ruddy swine off!" "Conrads is right -leave him!" This last command came from Sergeant 'vIajor Bristowe, and the men, after long reflection, ruefully agreed with him. The stil.l-unconscious German was awakened with the aid of a bucket of water, and a guard posted to watch him. A victory, jf costly, had been won. The British had advanced another fifty yards and the exGerm<ln trench became their front line. The billet

was transferred to the newly-conquered trench, and the soldiers settled down to hold the position grimly until further orders came. Conrads suddenly realised that his fists were still clenched, and that there was something in one of them. Slowly, he opened his sweaty, grimy hand saw the German's identity disc lying in his palm. "I saved his life," thought Conrads bitterly, "but did I do the right thing? Wbat did another life matter in this apology for a world? Men were awarded medals for killing their fellowbeings and everyone felicitated them during war. And then what did tbe hypocrites do in peacetime? Oho-so-self-righteously condemned them to death!" Turning the identity disc over, Conrads read the soldier's name. "Wonder what he'li do once this war's over," be thought. "Funny name, too. Let's see, what is it again? . yes, funny name that: Hitler, Adolf Hitler." R. N. SLADEN, 8a.

In the first place a wattle or hakea bush absorbs far more water than a protea of equal size. Thus on the Cape Flats and other places they are responsible for lowering the water table. The dense wattle also forms an exceedingly dangerous fire hazard. Unlike deep-rooted proteas, w&lch bind the soil, hakea and wattle are shallow-rooted. Thus, when there was a cloudburst in the Hout Bay Valley, masses of these plants, together with almost 150 tons of very valuable topsoil, were uprooted and washed down the Disa River into the sea. After continual donga-forming erosion in which a road bridge was destroyed, at great expense a special concrete weir was built, the cost being defrayed from the taxpayers' money. Since the Cape Flats was overgrown with wattle (which forms an impenetrable hiding place), crimes such as assaults have skyrocketed, terrorising the local non-European population and making the work of the police very difficult. Recently the Table Mountain Preservation Board rejected permission to build a hotel on Table Mountain's slopes, but, by sheer weight of public opinion, the Board must be made aware of the (ar greater menace of alien vegetation, which is already in an advanced state of encroachmt!nt in the Table Mountain (sic) Reserve; otherwise the living jewels of our natural flora will become the fossils of tomorrow. A. GOlTSCHALK, Sa.

THE FOSSILS OF TOMORROW An enemy bas landed. The vanguard of its invading army has silently, swiftly and efficiently occupied large areas and trapped, surrounded and strangled its opponent. As it cancerously spreads over the country, the few pitiful remnants of our indigenous flora are rapidly dwindling. I am referring, of course, to the alien vegetation threat. From so eminent an authority as Mr. Conrad Lighton one hears that 50 years ago "disas abound the streams" and "tbe slopes of Table Mountain are covered with a dwarf forest of suikerbossies". Admittedly urbanisation, and especially vandalism, have played their part, but for the whole story one must look at Lion's Head or Chapman's Peak Drive where the unsightly wattle has advanced up the mountain, driving e\'erything before it as it monopolises the slopes. If one drives from Constantia Neck to Hout Bay, one has a good idea of what Du Toil's Kloof and Fransch Hoek will look like by 1965. Casting further afield, every year 250,000 acres of South African veld are desecrated by wattle or bakea. Thanks to the desperate and dedicated efforts of Prof. Pycroft and the S.A. Botanical Society, most species of our natural flora bave been evacuated to a strategic "last-ditch" defence inside flower reserves like Kirstenbosch. But even for those unfortunate souls who cannot appreciate the fragrant beauty of a Red Disa, or the majestic pride of a protea, there are otber more practical reasons why these plants should be exterminated.

Footnote: The Secretary, Control of Alien Vegetation, "Kitnocks," Cumnor Avenue. Kenilworth, Cape Town, will advise readers who would like to play a part in saving our natural vegetation.

8A HIT PARADE 1961 Slade: Smile, darn you, smile! Travis : 0 in love. Gottschalk : Riders in the Sky. Sternslow : Mickey the Most. Hobbs: Running Wild. Barberton: Apache. Eastman, lennings and Opie: Three Blind Mice. Barker: How much is that doggie in the window? Shedden: Autumn Leaves. Ronaldson : Rocking, Little Angel. Aikman: Sweet Innocence. lohnson: Whirlpool of Love. Pritchard: Walk, don't run. Meyer: Baby Sittin' Boogie. Maze: Wonderland by night. Germishuys: My Fair Lady. Sladen : Till the End of Time(s). L. NOCKlE, D. GOLDSTEIN.

INTO THE UNKNOWN

The silence was suddenly shattered by a deep bass voice echoing from the loudspeaker above. "Fasten seat barness." His gaze returned to the smiling portrait hanging in front of him and be involuntarily clenched his fists. "Stand by for .take off. Zero plus five minutes." Maugham did not listen. His mind was miles away with his wife and baby daughter. Would he see tbem again? The seconds seemed like bours. Large beads of perspiration formed on his forehead, not because of the heat but of something much greater. "Zero plus one minute." He closed his eyes and began to pray as never before. "Zero plus thirty seconds." Would tbe mission be successful? Would be see his wife's smiling face again? Tbose were his only wishes. "Zero plus ten; nine; eigbt; seven; six; five.'路 His senses were strained to tbe utmost. Suddenly in the distance he heard a faint humming. "Four; tbree; two." At the count of one he took a last glance at the photograph. "Zero." With a deafening roar tbe migbty bird came to life and with the grace of a giant albatross soared upwards into tbe unknown. After a short pause the first stage became detacbed and hurtled earthwards. With a deafening bang and a blinding flash the observers saw their dreams explode, fall earthwards, and disintegrate as it struck tbe ground. In the midst of the blazing inferno a small picture curled, blackened, and was no more.

Slowly the sun lifted its head above the horison and began the slow journey across the heavens, chasing before it the multitude of stars like a fleet-footed and mighty warrior. Scurrying southwards before a brisk breeze, a few whisps of cloud, tinted a multitude of shades by the light of the fiery red orb, reflected tbe birth of a new day. Later, even these clouds would be evaporated by tbe intense heat, leaving the sun supreme in a cloudless sky. Far in the distance, in a bleak, barren and partly scorched field, a tall thin cigar-sbaped projectile stood glistening in tbe first oblique rays of the sun. Slightly to the soutb a squat building was barely visible, silhouetted against tbe gilt edge~ of the clouds. Captain Maugbam slowly put on a thick beige rubber suit, whilst intently gazing through the open window at the picturesque panorama unfolding before his eyes. Thousands of thougbts jostled for a place in his mind. Memories of a lifetime were crammed into tbe space of a few seconds. Silently tbe taU, swarthy pilot walked over to the bedside table, picked up a photograph, studied it for a few moments, removed it from a wooden frame, and gently placed it in his breast pocket. A metallic clang resounded through tbe building as his boots struck tbe concrete floor. After winding his way througb a myriad of dimly-Ut corridors, he stopped in front of a massive door marked "Private", knocked three times rapidly, and without waiting for a reply twisted the large bronze knob. With a ghostly screech tbe door swung open and he entered, closing it behind him. Ten minutes later the captain, together with a number of khaki-clad technicians, emerged from an underground tunnel into the dim light of the control room. Through one of the thick glass windows he stopped to marvel at tbe mighty silver bird that would soon be spreading its wings. A solitary figure emerged from the building, walked out to tbe silver "cigar", and began to climb the long flight of stairs. On reaching tbe top, he paused, waved to his comrades below, turned and entered the steel prison, bolting the door behind him. The captain removed the portrait from his pocket, studied it once more, kissed it tenderly, and tied it to a protruding knob amongst the dials and gauges. He tben reclined on the padded couch, his bands automatically fastening the buckles on the harness.

NATHAN,

8c.

THE GROWTH OF THE UNION-CASTLE LINE The Union-Castle Line started off as two separate lines. These were tbe Union and tbe Castle Lines and there was great rivalry between these lines, which did not amalgamate until 1900. The Union Line was formed in 1855, and the first sailing took place on 29th September, 1857, when R.M .S. "Dane" (530 tons) sailed for Cape Town with passengers and mails. Sbe was followed at montbly intervals by "Celt", "Norman", "Phoebe", and in 1858 by"Atbens". The Castle Line was formed in 1872 with 18

Castle" and tbe record-breaker, "Windsor Castle" (which was wrecked on Dassen Island in 1876). The two greatest rivals of tbe '90's were Union Line R.M.S. 'Scot" and Castle Line R.M.S. "Dunnottar Castle" ; tbese vessels came out in 1892 and 1891 respectively and were of 6,844 tons and 5,625 tons respectively. The "Scot", even tbough a record-breaker, was a financial failure. The "Dunnottar Castle" had the distinction of carrying the first British Rugby Touring Team. The Union Line overshadowed the "Dunnottar Castle" in 1894 with R.M.S. "Norman" (II) (7,800 tons), and then the first specific Intermediate Rivalry started. The Intermediate service runs from London to Beira via South African ports. The Union vessels even outstripped tbe Castle mailships with their 10 "g's". Tbese were "Gaika", "Goorkha", "Gascon", "Guelph", "Gotha", "Greek", "Gaui", "Galician", "German" and "Galeka". The Castle Line came back into tbeir own witb "Carisbrook Castle", "](jnfauns Castle" and 'Kildonan Castle". But the Union Line had built "Briton" and "Saxon", with a larger ship to follow. This ship was to have been named "Celt" but, owing to amalgamation, was renamed "Walmer Castle". Neither line was witbout wrecks. The Union victims included "Dane" and "Athens" (both 1865), "Celt" (1875), "Teuton", "American" and "European" (all 1890), "Nubien" (1891) and "Mexican" (1900). "Asiatic" (1878) was aground, but was salvaged. The Castle victims were "Windsor Castle" (1876), "Conway Castle" (1893), "Drummond Castle" (1896), and "TantalIon Castle" (1900). Between amalgamation and World War I four mail vessels were built, namely "Armadale", "Kenilworth", "Balmoral" (which brought tbe "Walmer Castle", "Dover Castle", "Edinburgh

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Duke of Connaught out to inaugurate the Union) and "Edinburgh" Castles. In World War I eigbt Union-Castle ships were lost. "Dover Castle" (8,271), "Galway Castle" (7,988), "AJnwick Castle" (5,800), "Glenart Castle" (formerly "Galician") (6,700), "Galeka" (6,800), "Aroz Castle", "Carlisle Castle" and the new Llandovery Castle" (li ,423). In 1921 two 19,000 ton mail steamers came out. These were "Arundel Castle" and "Windsor Castle". Five years later history was made when tbe first motor mailship, R.M.M.V. "Carnarvon Castle" (20,100), arrived at Cape Town on August 2, 1926. She was followed three years later by the first Intermediate motor vessel, "Llangibby Castle", and in 1931 by the sisters "Winchester" and "Warwick" Castles. The "Winchester Castle" was ver.y nearly wrecked off Portland Bill in 1936. Three more mailships were built in the '30's: "Stirling Castle", "Athlone Castle" and "Cape Town Castle". With "Cape Town Castle", in 1938, tradition was broken, for formerly ships had been named after castles in Britain. A new class of cargo vessel was built, refrigerated "R" class vessels. Also four Round-Africa ships were built, "Dunnottar Castle", "Dunvegan Castle", "Durban Castle" and "Warwick Castle" (formerly "Pretoria Castle"). During World War II mailships "Windsor" and "Warwick" Castles were lost, as well as ten other ships. Since the war four mailships have been built. "Arundel Castle" was scrapped in 1959, "Winchester Castle" in 1960 and "Dunnottar Castle" in 1958. "Transvaal Castle" is being built, and the Union-Castle Line is now into its second century of service to South Africa. R. HAMBURGER, 6a.

(1841-1961)

educational centre, and grow from strength strength in every way.

These notes appear in an issue of special signifsince 1961 marks the 120th anniversary of foundation. Tt has been a source of pride to us all to have been associactivities in commemoration of this anniversary, and, in wishing the School happy returns of the day, we trust that, as progresses, the School will continue to hold position it does today as a leading Wynberg

STAFF In January this year we welcomed two young Standard One teachers, Miss P. Weights and Miss A. Wyness. The Eurhythmics classes were taken over for the year 1961 by Miss J. Evans, and in July the Junior piano pupils changed hands from Miss M. van der Linden, who proceeded overseas, to her sister, Miss E. van der Linden. Miss S. 19

ElIiott has taken a year's special leave which she will spend, happily and fruitfully, we hope, in Europe. It has been to the great advantage of a number of boys that Mrs. F. Ekron bas come after school almost daily to conduct extra Afrikaans lessons. We heartily welcome Mrs. Tasker to deputise for Miss Elliott during the 4th quarter.

Our third annual "Reading Competition" was held in December, 1960, when Mrs. Dorothea Spears (English) and Mrs. Pretorius (Afrikaans) were onee again our welcome adjudicators. The Spears Cup for English reading was awarded to Horace Briel (Std. 5) and the Newman Cup for Afrikaans reading to Stephen Cowen. Three large bus-loads of juniors went to the Claremont Civic Centre in June to see the annual "Theatre for Youth" production, this time of 'Tom Sawyer". The Standard 4 and 5 classes paid visits to the r,ecent "Meet the University" Exhibition. At the Annual Cape Town Eisteddfod, our Under 12 Singing Choir won two silver cups, first the City Council. Cup and second the Boosey and Ha wkes Cup. Hearty congratulations to Mrs. Jennings and the Choir. The Speech Choi r also entered for the Eisteddfod, earning distinctions for themselves and Miss W. Salmon. In March, Standards 3, 4 and 5 spent a most interesting hour when Miss Veldsman of the City Library Services gave a talk with slides about her Year visiting and studying Children's Libraries in America. In September, Mr. Johnson showed us his collection of slides made on a trip through Egypt and Europe. Parents' Day on 2nd December, 1960, brought a most interesting concert from 2.40 to 3.30 p.m. by the School Orchestra soloists, Singing Choir and Speech Choir. The exhibition of work was excellent, and after tea came the Tennisette Tournament rlnals when the Craye Cup for singles was won by David Phillips and the Pachter Cup for doubles was won by David Phillips and Gordon Hammond.

GENERAL Perhaps tbe greatest blessing achieved during this "birtbday" year has been the eventual start of our long-awaited building additions. At the time of writing the work is still in progress, and the playground is largely occupied with piles of bricks and loads of wood, and the air is filled with the sounds of banging and hammering. The lighting equipment of tbe wbole building is being overhauled, and each classroom already has replacements of very large, powerful lamps in large white bowls. By the beginning of 1962 we shall enjoy using our new Art room, and a small room to be used as a library. We shall at last have a suitable "front door", and an entrance foyer wbere parents can wait in comfort, and wbere we hope.to display special School photographs and trophies. There is also a special music block with two rooms joined to the main building by a covered way. The teacher .in charge of classes for Speech Defects and Hard of Hearing will also now have his own special room. But, as the building has grown, so the playground space has decreased, and another achievement of the "birthday" year has been the acquisition by the Education Department for us of two properties, "Sugar Loaf" and "La Corbiere", adjoining the School grounds, in Oxford Street. It is our intention to use this ground as additional playing space and for laying three new tennisette courts when the ground has been macadamised. Games this year have drawn the usual large number, and details appear elsewhere in the Magazine. We should here like to mention, in particular, tbe Under 11 rugby team which played seven matches during the season and won them all. In December] 960 the two cricket bats a warded by Mr. Pretorius were won by Edwin Merrifield and Brian Watson, while the School presented a bat to David Powell for scoring a century in a match on the Bloemfontein tour.

TO PARENTS Jn conclusion, may we extend our very be t thanks to all parents who have so generously provided transport for travelling teams, transport for class outings, refreshments for School functions. costumes for plays, donations for charities, and personal assistance when requested. And a very special message to Mr. Bunting for all his invaluable help and co-operation while his sons were in the Junior School. A Merry Xmas and Happy New Year to you all!

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THE PUppy It was round and fat, For it ate lots of meat, And it worried the cat, When she sat down to eat. But I am sorry to say, That it bas now gone away. To give a sick boy a big treat.

A SffiPWRECK When I was with my mother and father in the ear going to Sea Point on a foggy day, we heard â&#x20AC;˘ big crasb. I told my father there was something wrong, so we turned around and saw a ship on the rocks. We watcbed for a wbile, but tbe fog became so thick tbat tbe ship could no longer be seen, so we decided to go home. The next day it was in the newspaper.

EDWARD STEVENS.

A SHIPWRECK One day a ship was sailjng to America witb pirates on board. It got shipwrecked, but one pirate managed to reach an island. He djd not know tbat a treasure was buried tbere, until one day when he was digging for mussels and found tbe treasure. He then started to make a boat and, wben he was finished, he got into the boat. He came to a village, where be frigbtened everybody away, because he still had on his pirate c1otbes. He had the treasure and the whole village to himself.

DAVID JuPP.

KING KONG King, Kong! Wbat is wrong? There is a song written in Hong Kong, And it tells about a gong. Ching Chong made up the song, But it did not take him very long. JIM HEY.

A SHIPWRECK One day in early September a ship left England called H.M .S. Shannon. On it sailed until it was in the middle of the ocean. It became stormy and tbe ship wag..carried on to some rocks and started to sink. Tbe sailors managed to get some lifeboats down, and tbe following day they were picked up by another ship.

NEVILLE MANNINGTON.

MY BIRTHDAY My birthday was a lovely day, So we all went to Zeekoevlei. There we played with a yacbt, And soon got very hot. When we caught little fishes, We put tbem into silver disbes.

STEWART STILES.

DINNER! Once upon a time The clock struck nine And all the little ducklings Began to dine.

ANDRĂŠ MARAIS.

A PICNIC One day my fatber went out, so my friend and went riding on Jessy and Pam, tbe two horses, to have a picnic. We lit our fire, and the bush near us caugbt alight. Then the borses got loose. We stamped out the fire and rao after the horses. When we caught them, we found that Jessy had lost her hoof. We got on to Pam and rode back to the house. My father sent my friend home and I got a hiding.

HOWARD JUST.

A PICNIC One Sunday I went for a picnic near Simonstown. The place is called Olifants Bush. Wben we got there, we made a fire. A wbile later my Auntie and Uncle arrived. I asked my Uncle if he would make a net to catch a crab. After lunch we went on the rocks and he tried to catch a crab. It was under a rock all the time. I was trying to get a fish in the same pool, and all of a sudden I caught one of the fish_ It had black and white around its eyes. I showed it to my Granny. Then we went home.

ANDRE MARAIS.

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MY HOLIDAY I went to Durban via the Garden Route. The first night we slept at tbe Wilderness. When we got to Durban, I went on the boats and tbe

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dodgems and played midget golf. I also visited the aquarium. My brother and I went on the ghost train. I went to the beach every day. I was very sorry when we left Durban. JONATHANABELSOHN.

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MY INVISIBLE FRIEND I have a very special friend. Nobody has such a special friend as r. Do you want to know why he is such a special friend? Well, I'll tell you why_ He had invented a new kind of paint, and painted himself all over with it and became invisible. One day I went to play at the sports field, and I bumped into something. I looked around me, but I could see nothing. I looked again, but stil! I saw notrung. Then I heard a voice say, "Hello, what is your name?" After this he told me all about himself and how he had painted himself all over with his new paint. Then I told him all about myself. From then onwards we were friends. WILLIAMWARD.

THE SQUIRREL The squirrel is an animal with a bushy tail. He lives in the trees. His home looks like a hole hollowed in the trunk of a tree. He eats nuts and stores them for winter. I often see him in the oak tree outside my window. IVAN SCHMAMAN. THE SQUIRREL The squirrel has a nice bushy tail. He lives in a lovely oak tree. He has a warm hole for rus house. He collects rus nuts in Autumn. You see squirrels in the Public Gardens. NIGEL WRIGHT.

TWEE STOUTE SEUNS Een nag het twee stoute seuns 'n vuur gemaak. Die wind was baie sterk, en die vuur het hoĂŤr en boĂŤr gebrand. Toe trek die wind die vuur naby 'n huis. Die twee seuns was baie bang. Skielik begin die huis om te brand. Die mense bardloop uit die buis. Alles in die huis is afgebrand. Die seuns het gou-gou huistoe gegaan, en die mense het die vuur doodgeslaan. Die ouers van die seuns moes vir alles betaal, en die twee seuns was nie meer stout nie. RONALDWOLMARANS.

MY HOLIDAY I went to play with my friend Howard for the week-end. We walked to Clovelly beach and played soccer. That evening we went to bed. The next day we sold some empty bottles, and with the money from the bottles we bought a packet of chips. Then I went home. GEOFFREYRONALDSON. THE SQUIRREL Squirrels sometimes live in the Public Gardens. They live in trees. They eat acorns and nuts. They collect nuts in Autumn and store them away for winter. They are grey-brown and furry. MERVYNSTEYN.

MY HOND My hond se naam is "Buttons". Sy het wit kolletjies en 'n klein stertjie. Ons het 'n hondebok vir haar gebou, maar sy slaap voor ons voordeur op 'n mat. Sy speel mooi met ander honde. "Buttons" hou nie om in 'n motor te ry nie. Sy is my beste vriend. PETERFURMAN.

MY HOLIDAY On Saturday I went to Fish Hoek. I found some fishing hooks on the rocks. I saw a man fishing, and he caught an octopus. I was standing on a rock, and a big wave came and nearly washed me off. My friend was scared of waves. A.DEGROOT.

THE FIRE During the ho.lidays we went to Hermanus. While walking to the beach one day, we saw 'puffs of smoke coming from a road near our house. We hurried to wbere the smoke was coming from, and saw that a house called "Cherry Ripe" was on fire. The fire engine was there already, but unfortunately they had arrived too late. The house was almost burnt to the ground. Another house, about 80 yards away, had almost caught alight, but tbe firemen were able to save it. SANDYFRIEDLANDER.

MY FAVOURITE TOY I have clockwork trains and cars. My train runs on rails, and my cars ride along tbe roads. I got my train for Christmas. I bought one car and found the other two. My train carries cars too. PETER BENJAMIN.

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THE HAUNTED HOUSE While walking in a very dark and hazy street, I noticed an old house. It was raining at the time, and I was looking for shelter, when I came across it. I thought that it would offer some protection, so I investigated. I knocked on the door, but there was no reply, so I eased it open. It was dark, but I could see bits of crockery and furniture lying about. Suddenly I was grabbed around the neck by a pair of hands. I whirled around to see cl. figure in white robes standing over me. I was so scared that I ran out of the house. As I looked back to take one last look at the house, I saw it fadin~ away. I never saw it again.

Kenilworth. At last the great day arrived. Tbere was a lot of excitement in our old house. Tbe night before we had taken some of our clotbes to our new house, so there was not so much to take. That day I went to play with a friend, so I did IlOt know wbat was going on. My uncle is staying with us. Now we are very happy in our new house. DAVID LAN.

THE MAGIC RING Once, when I was walking in the road, I found a ring, so I picked it up. I took it home and looked at it. It was a bit rusty, so I rubbed it to get the rust off. Just as I rubbed it, a genius appeared. I got a fright, and he said to me, "Do not be afraid". He also said tbat he would do anytbing I wished. I said, "Make me invisible, and let me walk through anything." So he did. Night came, so I went into a shop, belped myself to some ice-creams and sweets, and took them to my room. I went to another big boy and hit him. I went bome and went to bed. I dreamed that the genius thrust a knife into me. Just as he did this, I woke up. It was all a dream.

ARNOLD WERBELOFF.

MY INVISIBLE FRIEND While going to the shop for mother one day, I was amazed to see a bicycle riding by itself. I was about to investigate, when suddenly a boy appeared from nowhere on the bicycle. I questioned him about these strange happenings, and he informed me that he could become invisible at will. His name was John, and we soon became good friends. One day we were on our way to the park. when we saw a girl, about our age (ten years), walking along the road with a basket of apples. We decided to play a trick on her. We planned everything in case anything should go wrong. We both knew our parts. I was to attract her attention, while he was to try to steal a couple of apples. This done, we walked contentedly down the road. The girl, very puzzled indeed, counted her apples over and over, trying to work out how two apples had disappeared into thin air! M. ROWE.

DIMLTRI GATZANIS.

LOST IN THE FOREST Once I decided to go for a walk in tbe forest. So I left my house and walked to the forest. Wben I got there, I fell asleep. When I woke up, it was dark. I was very worried. I got up and began to walk. I did not walk far, for I fell into a big hole. I stayed there for about an hour. Then I heard some voices. I shouted. Some men came to the edge of the hole and they hauled me out and took me home. That was the end of my adventure. STEVEN MARCUSE.

THE THREE MICE Once upon a time tbere were three mice, Who lived in a field of corn and rice. They ate the corn, They ate the rice, And in the morning they were very fat mice.

BABY-SITTING DAY I arrived at the house and knocked on the door. When it opened, I received a welcome arrow on my head. I walked in, and was shown to a table. I sat down and felt a hard jab from a drawing pin on the chair. Soon the mistress went to the shop. I walked into the kitchen, to slip on a banana peel into a tub filled with dye. At that I went to the children's room, opened the door, and received a box of cooldrinks on my head. Everything went black for about ten minutes. When I awoke, I picked up my wages and ran home as fast as I could. RoyFOSTER.

DAVID REEVES.

STANDARD 28 MY HOLIDAYS The first few days of tbe holidays were very exciting. We began to pack, for we were going to move. Our new bouse's name is "Border Ridge", as it is on the border of Wynberg and 23

THE MAGIC TABLE Once there lived a couple wbo were very poor. One day their dog jumped on the table and broke it. They had no money to buy anotber one. So they went to the city dump and tbere they found a table. Wben they got home, they felt hungry. They only had a leg of a chicken. When it had been cooked and served at the table, the leg turned into a whole chicken. In surprise, they got all the food tbey desired, which was more than they expected. From tben onwards they lived happily ever after. DENIsHUGo.

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clothes which I always bad wished for. Without anyone noticing, I grabbed the suit, which was much too big for me, and put it on. r walked outside, struggling to walk. I soon got tired of wearing it, so r took it off. A boy had just gone into a shop to buy his mother something. He parked his bike outside the shop. Tbe bike caught my eye, so r ran up to it anel rode off. After a while r heard someone shouting, "Stop him." I got such a fright that I crashed right into a pole. Someone threw a bag over me, and, before I knew anything, I was in my cage. r was very happy tbat r was in my cage again. r would never run away again. GREGORY

JOHNSO

OU JAAP Ek het 'n aap, En sy naam is Jaap. Hy sit in die deur, En hy is grys van kleur. Sy paal is in die skaduwee, En hy is ver van die pluimvee. As jy hom 'n appelkoos gee, Sal hy die pit ook opeet. Soms klim hy op die dak, Dan gee ek hom pak. Hy is ook lekker bang Vir my geel boomslang. As ek na die skool toe gaan, Huil hy homself omtrent gedaan. As ek na die winkel gaan, Jaag hy altyd die ou haan.

A TRIP TO JOHANNESBURG On tbe 22nd December last year, the family went to Johannesburg. My father and I went to the South African Airways booking office in Adderley Street. We were to leave on a Tuesday and go on a Viscount at 7.45 p.m. Finally tbe day came. We arrived at the D. F. Malan airport at six p.m. The Customs officer weighed our luggage and, funnily enough, us too. We then sat in tbe tea lounge watching the 'plane being refuelled. At about seven-thirty p.m. we heard a voice saying, "All passengers for flight number twelve at gate number two." By now there were many people at the airport. We boarded the 'plane, and the pilot revved up the motors. The plane took off dead on time. As soon as we had taken off, we were served with delicious fish, spinach and macaroni cheese. We got to Jo'burg at eight o'clock that night. It was a very enjoyable trip. S. SILVERSTONE.

C.CRONJE.

THE MOST ENJOYABLE DAY OF MY LIFE One bright and sunny day in December, we decided to go out to sea in our motor-boat. My mother and sister prepared some snacks, while my fatber and r checked the engine and filled the tank and a spare can with petrol. We were ready to leave. The boat and trailer were connected to our car, and the snacks were also in the car. We were on our way to Buffels Bay. Upon reaching our destination, we parked our car and put the lunch in the boat. We rolled the boat on to the jetty, and minutes later we were speeding across the water into the open sea. When we were far out at sea, we cut the motor and drifted. My father took out the fishing rods, baited them, and began fishing. My mother and sister occupied tbemselve by knitting.

BIMBO'S DAY I had just escaped from the zoo when I began to think of what I should do next. After a while I walked into the street in search of a fruit shop, while all the people screamed. Now you know we chimps love fruit. When I found the fruit shop at last, the man who worked there would not let me in. I waited until his back was turned and then I slipped in. Quickly I stole some apples, but, just when I was about to take a bite, the shopkeeper caught me and tbrew me out. I didn't manage to get tbe fruit after all. Next door to the fruit shop was a draper's shop. I peeped in through the door and saw a suit of 24

My father and I waited and waited for a bite. Luck was with me, for I caught the first fish. Twenty minutes later my father caught a fish. It was growing dark and late, so we started the engine and went speeding back to the jetty at Buffels Bay. Upon reaching home, I thought to myself, "That was the most enjoyable day of my life ..'

A VISIT TO THE AIRPORT Last Sunday my aunt was leaving for Johannesburg. The family and I got into a couple of cars to see her off. The journey to the airport took half an hour, but we still had an hour to look around before my aunt's plane left. Arriving at the airport, we parked our car in a parking area surrounded by beds of beautiful flowers. The car my aunt was in stopped at the entrance to have her luggage unloaded and weighed. Then I entered the hall, where there are many tables and chairs for the use of the public. On the wall are pictures illustrating man's conquest of the air. To your right is the tea-lounge, and to your left are the stairs leading to the balcony, where one can get a better view of tbe 'plane. Ten minutes before tbc 'plane left, tbe passengers were asked to board ber, so we said "Goodbye" to my aunt and waited to wave to the 'plane.

RONALD ]OSEPHSON.

DIE BOEK

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In my boekie Lees ek van 'n kat Wat wag in die hoekie Vir 'n muis wat kaas vat. Blaai om die bladsy, Daar staan 'n man; Hy lyk net soos jy, In sy hand het hy 'n kan.

M. CHADWICK.

Ek blaai die bladsy weer om, En daar sien ek 'n groot blom. Nou is ek vaak, En ek gaan slaap. G.

BIMBO'S DAY One day a gale blew up and tore a hole in my fence. The keeper saw it, but too late; I was out before he could count two. I scampered up a tree and slept there till the sun peeped over the mountain. Tbc gates had not opened yet, and there was not a soul in sight, so I ran to the tortoises' enclosure and jumped over the fence. I jumped on the tortoise's back to awake him. He was very annoyed, and ran as fast as his legs would carry him. I clung to him for dear life. He suddenly stopped and sent me flying over his back. I looked, and there be lay rolling over with laughter. I was very cross and ashamed, so I jumped over the fence and bid myself in the nearest tree. Some time later I saw a man selling peanuts. I swung down from the tree, grabbed a packet, and ran up the tree again. The man's face turned red with anger. He ran and called tbc keeper. The keeper saw me in the tree and told a boy to fetch a big net, while he threw a big banana up. I greedily caught it, and, before I could put it in my mouth, a big net was put over me and I was taken back to my cage. Nobody can say that I did not enjoy that day.

JOHNSON.

A DAY ON A FARM

One Sunday I went to a farm in Malmesbury. It was a very long drive. We left at nine路 thirty a.m. We first went to look at the wheatfields. We did not see anything but green wheat. I picked some wheat and lupins. We then went to the silo, where they keep the whole year's feed for the cows. We also went to the milking sheds. We saw the milking machines which they use for milking the cows. I also saw the fridges where they keep the milk. There is a sort of platform the same height as the lorries. Then we had tea. My cousin and I went to the water路mill. We also got some wild onions. I then went to play in the grain. We also went to see the sheep. We tried to catch them, but they were too fast for us. The owner of the farm asked whether we would like to watch the cows being milked. We said that we would. All the cows came to their places. The boys put on an electric machine and started work. When they had finished, the milk went to the fridges. We then had to go home. That was the most enjoyable day of my life.

CHRISTOPHER SNAITH.

A FLIGHT TO OUDTSHOORN On the last day of scbool my mother told me that the following Monday we were to go to Oudtshoorn by aeroplane.

L SfLBOWITZ.

The next day we went to Cape Town to book our seats. On Monday my father took us by car to the airport. At the airport, our luggage was weighed, and then we were weighed too. Then we gave our luggage to the ground crew to load on to the 'plane. We then went to the restaurant to have a cup of tea and suddenly we heard a voice say, "All passengers for the Spitfire one hundred please leave the restaurant and board the 'plane." Just before the 'plane took off, the air hostess told us to put on our safety belts. Then the propellers started to turn and we were off. The first town we stopped at was George, thirty miles from Oudtshoorn. Then we took oIl again. I timed the journey from George to Oudtshoorn. It took ten minutes. Before we got off, we were given a pill to eat.

Skielik het ons 'n groot geluid gehoor. Ek het na die plek gehardloop om te vra wat gebeur het. Die olifant het water deur sy slurp ingehaal en het die water weer uitgeblaas. M y vader het gesê dat ons huis-toe moes kom. Ek het die besoek by die dieretuin baie, baie geniet. MAURICE RUBIN.

SOUTH AFRICAN

In 1652 on a windy day, Jan van Riebeeck sailed into Table Bay; He built a fort and a garden too, He even thought of building a zoo. Then came Van der Stel, the planter of trees: He lived at the Castle and lived there at ease Many French Huguenots came in '88, And German Settlers arrived a little late.

S. MARCUS. STANDARD THE

Many people packed their wagons, Which were drawn by oxen, not by dragons, To seek and find a new, safe home, In a land where animals did roam.

WOODS

MAURICE RUBIN.

I like the trees of the wood, The moss and leaves smell good. The sun shines through the trees, And there is a gentle breeze.

A RAINY DAY Dripping through the branches bare, Softly through the noonday air, Leaves are falling from the trees, Raindrops dancing in the breeze.

I often take a stroll, With Spotty by my side; He wants to catch a mole, But it runs away to hide. KEITH

HISTORY

From the trees the squirrels peep. Birds are in their nests asleep; In their burrows rabbits hide, Cuddled closely side by side.

BROWN.

·N BESOEK BY 'N DIERETUIN Een Sondagoggend, toe die weer mooi warm was, het my vader ons dieretuin·toe geneem. Toe ons daar aangekom het, het my vader vier pakkies grondboontjies gekoop. Hy het die jong seun daarvoor betaal. Ons het eerste die bobbejaan gesien. Ek het 'n paar grondboontjies na hulle gegooi. Een bobbejaan het in die water geswem, en hy het water oor al die ander bobbejane gegooi en hulle papnat gemaak. Toe het ons na die leeus gegaan. Een leeu het rondgeloop en het gebrul so bard asof hy wou sê, .,Ek is die koning van al die diere, en ek is die sterkste". My vader het gesê dat ons op die kameel kon ry. Ek het dit baie geniet. My klein sustertjie het op 'n bokkie gery. Ons het die bokkies en voëltjies voedsel gegee. Die voëltjies was baie mak, en een voël het brood uit my hand geëet.

ROLAND CARTER.

'N DIEF IN DIE SPENS Een aand, toe my ouers aan die slaap was, Kruip ek stilletjies na ons spens se kas. Daar was teekoekies, botter en stroop; Stilletjies, stilletjies maak ek die laai oop. Skielik val die mes uit my vingers, Maak 'n geraas wat wakker die kinders. My kleiner broer Jannie skree "Inbreker inbreker"·. Ek probeer om uit te kom, maar ek slaan oor 'n beker. My My Ek Vir

ouers kom uit en sien wat ek doen. pa sê niks maar trek uit sy skoen. was baie, baie seer. 'n hele halfuur. DENNIS RUBE!..

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my father's rifle, took careful aim, and fired at the buck, hitting him in the neck. My father was so pleased that I had shot the buck that he gave me the rifle. Then we fed the dogs and horses and got our sleeping bags ready to go to sleep.

Lente is hier. Die vrugte is ryp, En deur die heining Sien ek 'n skilpad kruip. Lente is hier. Die dae word langer. Die voĂŤltjies sing weer, En elke ooi het 'n lammer.

DAVID

DIE

WINTER

SPOOK

Vir 'n Spook is ek nie bang nie, Want hy kan my tog nie vang nie. Hy het nie eers 'n hand nie, Ook het hy nie 'n tand rue, Dus kan -hy my nie byt rue.

Lente is hier. Die blare word groen. Die blomme bloei weer, En rondom bye zoem. DAVID

ASHER.

Vi r 'n Spook is ek glad nie bang nie, Want hy kan my nie seer maak nie. Hy het 'n ketting om sy voet, En op sy kop het hy geen hoed, En hy kan nie met my baklei nie.

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Winter is hier. Ons sit by die vuur; Dit is baie koud, En ek kap hout.

IAN GOODMAN.

Ek sien al die mense Wat kyk in die venster; Hul sĂŞ ek is bang Omdat ek nie uitgaan.

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CASCADE

The most beautiful scene I have ever seen was a cascade in Natal. It is cut back in the mountain, and in the centre is a mass of tangled undergrowth in which monkeys bave the time of their lives eating bananas and other such fruits. The flowers looked very vivid against the background of dark brown rock, and the river looked like a silver ribbon suspended from the top of the cliff. Where the cascade reaches the ground is a deep. wide pool where fishes just flick their tails and glide through the water, and where frogs lie on water-lily pads and sleep. There is an occasional $quawk from a parrot, as it flies from one tree to another. This is an animal paradise.

Maar wat kan ek doen? 0, ek is 'n pampoen. Ek sal klim uit die venster En dan kan ek speel met die mense. DAVID

ROLFE.

HUNTING In the June holidays my father and f went hunting in Rhodesia. We camped on the bank of the Zambezi River. We toured Rhodesia for a week, and on Sunday evening we groomed the horses for a hunting trip and made sure that the dogs were in good shape. We packed the food and guns and set out the next morning on horseback. After we had ridden five miles. we stopped near a waterhole and ~et up a camp in the mouth of a cave. In the evening I was sitting on a boulder, and I saw a waterbuck drinking at a waterhole. .r jumped up ofr the boulder and ran to tell my father. He grabbed his rifle from a nearby rock, while I picked up my air rifle from the ground and followed. While my father was running towards the waterhole, he slipped unexpectedly on some marshy soil and dropped his gun. The buck heard my father fall and started to run away. I picked up

LESLIE

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PRESTON

KEITH.

DIAMONDS

One dark night while everybody was asleep, a shrill siren rang out. John Waite jumped out of bed and ran to the window, and to his amazement he saw two shadows gLiding along in the eerie moonlight. He removed his nightclothes and dressd warmly. Ten minute3 later he was relating his story to Sergeant Blake of Scotland Yard. The eighteen-year-old John accompanied the policeman through every street in the illage. Early the next morning the telephone rang. John jumped out of bed and answered it. It was Inspector Carr, who told him that the Preston

Diamonds had been stolen. John gasped, for the Preston Diamonds were worth sixty thousand pounds. At ten o'clock the same day, as he was walking along in the park, he spotted a group of ruffians hiding behind some bushes. They were whispering about some robbery. He hid behind some bushes, and heard one of them say that his boss had the Preston Diamonds. In an old house nearby the park there lived an old friend of his father's who owned a Great Dane. John fetched the dog and set it on them. and they fled into ao old house next to the park. He chased them inside the bouse, and inside a room he saw "Scarface", the famous bandit. John ran to tell Sergeant Blake. Three policemen and the Sergeant went to the house. Here they found the gang trying to hide the diamonds. John looked around and found a chest full of stolen articles. The gang were seot to jail and John, who was a cricket-lover, received every article of cricket gear he wanted. Not many boys can boast of an adventure like that. CHARLES

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was another engine, and built around it a car, a black. car, a police car. ... He glanced down at the speedometer: 96 m.p.b. "Good grief! This can't be true. H's all a dream; it must be; it has to be! They can't prove any路 thing," he told himself. He hadn't meant to do il, he hadn't meant to kill his own brother! The sweat was dripping down his face now, on to his shirt, on to his trousers, dripping, dripping, dripping. He must control himself; he mustn'l worry. They wouldn't touch him; they couldn't. He was glancing continuously into the mirror now. He could see the searchlight scanning the road barely twenty yards from where he was sitting in his car. How could he stop his hands sbaking? He tried rubbing them, but he couldn't take bis hands from the wbeel for more than tbree seconds. He decided to leave them. What if his hands were shaking? Why was he worrying about such a little thing as that, when he was a wanted man? He must pull himself together. Tbey would never get him; they couldn't; they . .. crack! Suddenly the wheel went limp in bis hands. Desperately be banged down on the brakes. Bul it was no good. He saw tbc tree looming up ahead. He could see the gbostly white of the moon reflected on its leaves; then the car struck! "Well shot, sergeant. "Thank you, sir." "PuU over to tbe side." "Yes sir." They dragged him out of the wreckage ten minutes later. As be felt the cold steel of handcuffs lock around his wrists, he knew that !te had lost. Then his head rolled back and he began to laugh, a hysterical laugh that rang through the green valleys of tbe countryside and rose up to meet the first rays of the morning sun.

MAIM IN.

ANGELS

In Mayfair Avenue, House number seven, Lived three little angels, Just sent from heaven. One was called Pete, And the other called Dave, But the third was called Timothy, And was bandsome and brave. Pete admired beauty, Dave admired pearls, But Timothy, of course, Much preferred girls. Pete's hobby was woodwork, But Dave just read books, While Timothy searched For girls with good looks! TIMOTHY

KENNETH

KESNER.

HOLMES.

KIRSTENBOSCH About three hundred years ago tbere were about two thousand different kinds of plants in the Cape Peninsula. Unfortunately, when the white settlers came, they burnt and demolished the wild plants of South Africa. Later the Port Jackson was imported to keep tbe sand down, so that the houses would not be covered with sand. Now the Port Jackson has become such a menace that it has killed most of the plants on tbe Cape Flats. This is why }(jrsten-

THE CHASE The car roared along the quiet, country road. There were no lights on the car. There were no lights on the road. H was dark, very dark. The driver slammed bis gears into top, and, as his sweat-soaked bands gripped the wheel firmly, muttered to himself, "It's a good thing I know every inch of this road". From his position he could bear his engine greedily eating tbe petrol, but not far behind there

bosch was started - to protect and increase the wild plants of South Africa. Today we have these beautiful gardens where we find many trees and plants of South Africa, for example the Wild Almond, the Keurboom, the Cape beech, the Wild Peach and the Yellow-wood. There are also beautiful lawns, flower beds and shrub gardens, with streams running between them.

place of culture, the museum. Not knowing what I was letting myself in for, I consented to go. I was to meet Aunt at tbe museum at three o'clock, and she was there. After half an hour of rambling, I detached myself from the tentacles of tbe keen botanist and walked off to my favourite department, "Ancient Egypt". I had left my aunt with promises from her that she would call me when sbe left, but of course the absent-minded old girl forgot, and I was so absorbed in looking at the specimens that I did not hear tbe warning bell. Now I must tell you that in that museum there were different departments with electric doors dividing them, which were aU operated from a main switch. After anotber few minutes I happened to glance at my watch and saw tbat the time was twenty-seven minutes to six, and the museum closed at half-past five! I ran to the door, but it was closed. With horror I realised that I was locked in! After about ten minutes it started to get dark. I gazed at tbe Egyptian mummies. The shadows made it look as if the mummies were coming to life! I closed my eyes and shuddered. When I opened them again, the mummy was back in its case. Finally I fell into a troubled sleep in the early hours of the morning. At tbe first gleam of light J was awake. Oh, what a relief! I was soon out of that museum, and it will be a long time before I go into another one.

JOHN MOODIE.

TREASURE The pirate ship sailed into tbe bay, The skull and crossbones wafted on high. The time was tbe dawn of a beautiful day, And tbe sun was rising in the sky. Soon the anchor fell. The boat was put out. They thought they could tell There was no one about. To be sure, of civilization There seemed to be none, But. as for vegetation, There was plenty for everyone. The land an island was, I seem not to ha ve mentioned. They came to bury treasure, because The captain so intentioned. While they were digging in the sand And making rather a din, Behind them crept a savage band Of natives, with very dark skin.

DENIS RAPHAELY.

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The natives attacked by surprise, But the pirates were quick with a gun. Then the air was rent with cries Of natives on tbe run.

SMUGGLERS In a little deserted cove near Durban, where the mist lay thick, everything was silent. Suddenly a light flashed from the shore, piercing the gloom of the morning. Once, twice it flasbed; then it stopped. Soon an answering light was seen from the sea, and, as the sun rose, a small trawler could be seen making its way cautiously into the cove. After it had dropped ancbor, a strange thing happened. When all the nets were ashore, the men started cutting them up and pulLing thin strips of gold out of the rope. When tbey had extracted all the gold, a man gathered the strips and climbed up a ketch's rigging. Reaching tbe top, he opened a small cover on top of the mast and emptied his load into the hollow pole disguised as the mast. Now you probably think this strange, but you wouldn't if you knew that these men belonged to one of tbe

"They saw us burying the chest," The captain made it plain, "So I think tbat it is best To take it back again." The ship sailed out of tbe bay On a beautiful day at noon. Thert: were clouds in the East to spoil the day; They would be in a storm very soon. MICHAEL HERBERT.

A NlGHT IN THE Friday the fifth. Yes, that a night, to remember, and it My Aunt Rachel, a keen means a vibrant personality,

MUSEUM was a day, or ratber all started like this: botanist and by no had invited me to a

most highly-organised smuggling gangs in the world. The following day the ketch departed, and by afternoon it was nearing its destination. Then a look-out sighted a customs-launch, which gave chase. Tbe ketch crammed on all sails, but tbe launcb was faster and soon caught up with it. The smugglers confessed all they knew, and the customs men rounded up tbe rest of the men at the cove. Without this hide-out the rest of tbe gang collapsed, and that was the end of a once highly-successful smuggling gang.

THE SMALL DOG I had a little doggy That used to sit and beg, But doggy tumbled down the stairs And broke his little leg. Oh, doggy, I will nurse you, And try to make you well, And you shall have a little collar With a silver bell. But, doggy, you must promise And mind your word you keep, Not once to tease tbe little kittens, Or run among the sheep.

ARNON HURWITZ.

MY LIFE STORY AS A RUGBY BALL I am a rugby ball. Before I was 'born' I was the hide of a cow. One day a man came along and slaughtered the cow and kept me as leather. I was brought to a factory and was cleaned of any germs that were on me. I then heard from a friend (another piece of leather) that I was to be made into a rugby ball. It was then that I had all my thrilling adventures. After about a week I started taking shape. A man laced me up very tightly with a piece of lace. Before I was laced up, I had felt some air coming into my body, and soon I was as fat as a balloon. I was then polished and scrubbed and sent away to a toy shop. When I arrived at tbe shop, I was placed among many other balls which were lying on a shelf. I felt very shy and strange among all the other balls, but they treated me in a friendly way. After a day in the shop a boy came into the shop and bought me for the price of six Rand. I was very proud at the thought of having an owner. I soon learned that the boy's name was David. He took me to his house and laid me down on his bed. After a while he took me and went out of the house to play with me. I loved the sensation of being kicked high up into the air. When David went to s.chool the following day, he put me in the centre of a field. On either side of me there were fifteen boys. David kicked me, and all the boys started rushing towards me. At first I felt afraid, but not for long, for a boy picked me up and started running with me. When he saw another boy wearing the same colour jersey as he, he gave me to him. I enjoyed this game (called rugby) very much. I have had many other adventures, but I have not time to relate them to you, as I am about to be kicked off for the start of another rugby match.

Nor tease the little yellow cbicks That play upon the grass, You must not even wag your tail To scare them as you pass. JULES MILLER.

A STORMY NIGHT One night, as I was walking along a beach, I saw a crowd of people standing on the beach. They were all looking out to sea. I asked a man nearby what was wrong. He told me tbat a trawler was in distress. I looked out over the sea, and saw the trawler badly beaten against tbe sharp, jagged rocks. A little while later I saw a lifeboat speeding towards the boat. When the lifeboat arrived there, the bow of the ship was already breaking off. They were passing down a man when the deck gave way. Only one man was killed, because he was the last one to leave the deck. When the lifeboat returned to the shore, it brought thirteen men, there being only one lost life. They were all taken to hospital and treated for shock and injury. E.

GELDENHUYS.

SMOUSER AND THE VISITOR Smouser was a very large cat, and he had a record for catching moon mice. Now, as you must know, people have been sending mice up into space, and at the time a profes 'or was testing some mice, to shoot them off to the moon. But none of the mice he tested were completely fit. Just then he spotted a large mouse that seemed altogether fit and, when he tested him, he was perfect. So, not many days later, the mouse was shot off to the moon and, when he at last reached the moon, he was knocked very hard on bis head, and had a large bump to prove it.

JEFFREY FRJED.

Smouser, the moon cat, saw the earth rocket crash on the moon, and crept up to the rocket. When the mouse jumped out of the rocket, Smouser was frightened at seeing such a large mouse (for, you see, the moon mice are very small). But Smouser soon got used to this large mouse, and he also learned that the mouse's name was Mickey. After living three months with the mouse, Smouser got tired of him and kicked him so hard that he fell back to earth. Soon after Smouser felt lonely, so he called for Mickey. But Mickey only said, "No thanks, Smouser. I prefer it here where I am safe. Mother told me never to trust a cat."

I could hardly stifle my laughter, for the great composer had died over a century ago! Both Jack and I coUect stamps, so we often excbange duplicates. We also have electrical sets with which we make bells, alarms and accessories for his electric train set. We keep a note of all the experiments we make, and sometimes try to improve on them. Spare parts are obtained quite cheaply, and so with aU, or most of, our pocket money, we buy them, and are considering using a small room in his house as a laboratory. His parents have agreed to this, and, as soon as we have fixed the room up, we shall move our things into it. We bave formed a football and a cricket club, to which many boys belong. Many times have we both been elected as presidents, Jack of the one, and I of the otber. Now we are firm friends, which we hope to be for a very long time.

STEPHEN LTNNEGAR.

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NEVILLE PASVOLSKY.

AN UNEXPECTED

Two years ago, while Tom and Jack were walking beside a river, tbey saw a man fishing on tbe other bank. Tom and Jack both came from the same school and were in tbe same class. As they sat on the bank talking, tbey saw that the man on the other bank had caught a fish. The man jumped up and started to reel in the fish, but it was too big and strong for him to hold, and tbe fish pulled him into tbe water. Tom and Jack took off tbeir clotbes and dived into the water with their knives. They could not stay under the water very long, because tbey had to come up for breath. After searching for a long time, they found the man half-drowned at tbe bottom of the river. They took him to shore and give him artificial respiration, and tben took him to the hospital on a stretcher made of poles and reeds. After that they went back to the river to find his fishing rod on the bank, but they did not find it, tho"ugh they found bis artificial hooks and sinkers in a box. After that they ran home to get their costumes, aqualungs and flippers. Then they went back to the river and swam under water until they found the fishing rod. While they were under water, they saw a sbark coming towards them. They both were ready with their underwater guns. As it came nearer, they shot their spears into the shark's heart and then it fell dead. They went up to it and saw one of the man's hooks in his mouth. Then they hauled the shark on to the bank and buried it.

J. SLOME & L. ATLAS. STANDARD

VISITOR

A RIPENING FRIENDSHIP Two years ago, when we moved to our present house, I made friends witb Jack Wilson, who lives across the road. The same day that we had arrived Jack had come to visit us, and, tbough at first we didn't know what to say to eacb otber, I immediately took a Jiking to him. After we had settled down, Jack and I visited each other more often, and soon I found that we shared many of the same hobbies. Jack was always full of fun. One day, while we were walking to town, he beckoned to me to come with him to a large wbite bouse. We walked down the pathway and knocked on the door, which was promptly opened by the butler. When asked what we wanted, Jack said, "Could you tell me where Frederic Chopin Jjves?" With a worried look on his face, the butler replied that he was very sorry, but he did not know where he lived.

Then Tom and Jack went to the hospital and told the man the whole story of what had happened to him and the sbark. At the final end-ofyear school assembly, Tom and Jack received special medal from the headmaster, and twenty pounds each from the man.

FIRE! FIRE! It was a grey, cloudy day, and Jack and Tom did not look forward to tbe long walk to scbool. But it had to be faced, and Jack went to meet Tom on tbe corner. Arriving at school, they went up to tbe class路 room, where tbey left their cases. After assembly the classes went to their classrooms, but Jack and Tom were told to go downstairs and put the dustbins in their places on the playground. After thei r duty bad been performed, they went to see how t~le new building on the school premIses was getting on. There were no workmen to be seen, and so they walked inside. To their horror they saw that the beams had caught fire and the flames were slowly spreading towards the school There was no hope for the new building, as it was already a raging inferno, but there was a hope for the school building. Tom grabbed a spade and began throwing cement on the flames, but they crept steadily on, and in a few minutes they were licking at the assembly room curtains. Tom and Jack ran back to tbe scbool as fast as they could and climbed the stairs to the assembly room. Arriving there, they saw that already all the curtains were aflame, and they tried to pull them down, but the cords that held them up had not been burot, and their pulling was in vain. Then Tom remembered that tbere were some fire extinguishers kept down in the store room, and he ran down to fetch them. Coming back, he handed one to Jack, who began to spray foam on to the flames. By now the Principal had come looking for them, but, by the time he had found them in the assembly room, the fire was out. He was told wbat had happened in a quick explanation, and he went down to phone the fire-brigade to deal with the other fire. It was a proud Tom and Jack wbo went bome that afternon to tell tbeir parents and friends tbeir adventure, and at the final end-of-year school assembly Tom and Jack received special medals from the headmaster.

E. EDDY.

A MODERN PARK When I was asked to put forth suggestions for the planning of a park, I first thought the matter over very carefully. It had to be a place where children and adults would .love to go. It must be situated near tbe large hill with the caves which dominates a good part of our modern sub'urb. The park could be constructed over the river with the caves at the rear. I have discovered through experience that children .love to play "war" in more or less exciting surroundings. Therefore I recommend a large forest (very dark and mysterous), with some war relics, obsolete tanks, a couple of guns, situated .in specially made gun nests, all of which must, of course, be carefully hidden, so that the children have first the thrill of finding them, and then the joy and excitement of playing amongst them. There must also be a couple of tJee-huts, connected to the ground with rope ladders securely fastened at the top and bottom. Last, but not least, there must be a few swings and roundabouts, etc., for the younger children. Now I cqme to the adults. For the gardening fans, there should be a beautiful Botanical Garden, and huge hothouses filled with local as well as tropical plants. Now comes the park's great attraction! In the caves, deep inside where it is dark and dank, will be hundreds of species of mushrooms and toadstools. These will be obtained by forming a club, which will go on expeditions up the neighbouring mountains, exploring the forest. Pictures of all the species will be available, at two cents each. The price of admission to the park would be about five cents, for as long as you would like to stay. Facilities for picnicking and camping should also be provided. On the river there could be canoes for rure. Somewhere else in the park, I'm not quite sure where, there simply must be a small zoo. Here the older generation could spend quiet Sunday afternoons, relaxing and feeding tbe animals with peanuts, etc. There could also be a wonderful aviary with exciting birds from foreign lands. Those are my suggestions for a modern park.

ANDR茅W

LOWRY.

A SCHOOLBOY'S ADVENTURE It was a very hot day, and tbe whole of Greyfairs bad been given a half-boliday. Of course there were exceptions, like Bunter, who had detention (as usual!). Tom Merrie and Jack Whitfield were on their way to the beach, when their attention was drawn to a cbarge-wire leading towards the school! The boys were astounded!

LEON ROBERTS.

Tom broke the silence. "I suggest we follow this charge-wire to its source." Jack readily replied, "I'm game, as long as we will not be investigating in vain." It was a stifling hot day, and any otber boys would have left the matter unsettled. But not these two! They very soon traced the fuse to a little hut .isolated in tbe midst of a forest. Tom quickly whispered, "I'll go and spy on tbe occupants of the hut, while you make a sling." Jack willingly consented to his pal's plan. Tom crept up slowly, cautiously, and very apprehensively. To his great surprise be saw only one man inside. Why, he and Jack could very easily overpower one man. He signalled to Jack, and within a few minutes tbe two chums were debating wbat lo do next. Jack spoke bravely: "Why don't we barge in on him and knock him unconscious? Afterwards we can disconnect the fuse." Tom was rather scared, but put on a bold front. So the two boys barged into tbe hut and took the occupant by complete surprise. Meanwhile Bunter was still in detention. "Arno Amas ... cor, Amamus ; oh wrong!, cor, all the boys are swimmi . . . Ooh! The heavy band of Quelchy had struck again. By this time our 'beroes' had overpowered the man (and by making use of a telephone in the but) had notified the police. Tbe whole gang was rounded up and punished, and at tbe finaL end-ofyear assembly Tom and Jack received speciaL medals from the headmaster.

boat, the child was screaming his head off, so Jack went to quieten him down, while Tom went to stop the engines. After a few minutes they decided to go under water and try to push the boat off the sandbank. The first time they failed, but the second time was lucky, and tbe boat slid off tbe bank. Tom managed to restart tbe boat, so tbey moved back upstream. Meanwbile, the child's parents were wondering what could bave happened to tbeir child and boat, and were very glad wben the boys brought tbe boat to the mainland. They thanked the boys exceedingly and drove tbem home, where Tom and Jack bad sbowers and put on some dry clotbes. The parents then went to the headmaster of the school to tell him of the boys' deed. At the final end-of-year school assembly, Tom and Jack received special medals from the headmaster. SELWYN GLASSER.

ADVENTURE

ON A HOT DAY

It was a very hot Tuesday morning, and I was

sitting under a great oak tree reading a book. My friend Tom was sitting oext to me, gazing at a bee that was angrily buzzing in and out of a flower. As I closed my book about to go inside to my room (we are both at boarding scbool), I noticed that someone was hiding behiod a bush about twenty yards away from me. Luckily the person behind tbe busb had not noticed us. I hastiLy drew my friend's attention. As we were deciding what to do, tbe bush opened and a man stepped out. He was an old man of about seventy, and we were greatly puzzled about finding him there. The man walked slowly and quietly across tbe field and made his way towards the school museum. We knew that something very bad was about to happen. As the man was nearing the door, another man emerged from behind a tree. We stalked the two men unti.! they reached their destination. The older man seemed to bave a key which fitted the door, for he lost no time in opening the heavy doors. They went in and closed the doors after them. I quickly ran to tbe gardener's shed and brought out a loog piece of rope. Tom looked through the window of the museum. Yes, our guesses had been correct, for there at the far end of the room were tbe two men quickly piling all sorts of valuables into a bag. While Tom was at the window, I tied one piece of rope to the hinge

MARTIN NOCKIE.

A DAY AT THE RIVER It was a brigbt and sunny morning when Tom and Jack decided to enjoy a picnic down by the river. Tom went to tbe panlry and began to pack a bamper of minerals, sandwiches, sweets and a cake, while Jack collected tbe fishing rods and tackle. They climbed on to their bicycles, and rode down the bill towards the river. At the river they found an ideal spot for picaicking. Jack set out the rug while Tom was fixing up the food and lemonade. They settled down, and, just as Tom was about to take a bite off a piece of cake, be noticed a small child slip in one of the motor boats, and, as the child lIipped, his hand struck the controls of the boat. Immediately the boat began to glide downstream, slowLy picking up speed. Tom and Jack jumped up and swam after the boat. Suddenly the boat hit a sandbank, and tbe boys could see the child lurch backwards. As they boarded the

of the door and held the otber. When it was time, Tom rapped on the window. As soon as they saw Tom's face, they dashed madly to the door. Tbey were so quick tbat tbey did not notice the rope and went flying down the step with everything falling out of tbe bag. That is how we caught two of our country's greatest robbers. At the final end-of-year scbool assembly Tom and I received special medals from tbe headmaster. NORMAN

KINDNESS

TO ANIMALS

Two years ago, when we moved to our present home, I made friends with Jack Wilson, who lives across the road. Jack was fond of animals and pets. One day I accompanied him to the Main Road, and, while he was looking round the pet shop, be pointed out a squirrel to me. He was locked in a cage, and his nose was quite raw from trying to escape from his miserable home. My friend promptly purchased it and told the shopkeeper what he thought of him, keeping the squirrel in a cage. Soon he carried it to bis house. He gave it a wooden shed as a lodging place, and began adopting the cute little pet. He became very friendly, and often, when Jack and I sat at tbe river and talked or picnicked, he sat on Jack's shoulder and listened attentively like one of us. Pets got on very well at Jack's place, and often the worst of enemies would become friends. It was in this way that Bixi, the family watchdog, became friendly with the squirrel, and they spent many happy and playful hours together. The squirrel enjoyed his leafy bed, and was always prompt for meals, but protested when they were not there. On the whole he was a quite good and very lovable pet. One day Jack decided that he would see if the squirrel wanted freedom. Tbe squirrel accepted freedom, and the whole world was at Master Squirrel's feet. He scampered out into the forest and married, had children, and was as happy as a lark, but Jack knew it was a faithful squirrel, because it always came to visit him. Jack knew it was the same squirrel because of the scar on his nose . .I know squirrel are pests, but I am inclined to forgive them. Aren't you?

COATES.

[ PLAN A PARK If I were to plan out a park, it would be situated in a quiet spot tar from the bustling and noisy roads. I would definitely plan the park as far away as possible from any road, so that the children might play in safety. Fi rst of all 1 would choose a very fertile plot and grow all sorts of flowers from other countries to make the park look as beautiful as possible. There would be plenty of interesting accessories for all children to play with. Jt would be a park for adults as well as for children. I would plant plenty of oak and other kinds of trees to keep tbe park in a great deal of shade. There would also he a swimming bath with a filtration plant. For the adults who play tennis there would be a few tennis courts. 1 am sure I would build little swings, slides and see-saws for the babies who come in the afternoon with their nannies for walks round the park. After school, when the boys come back bome and walk through tbe park, I would have a soccer field laid out for them to play on, and for the girls a hockey field and a netball post for them to practise on. In the way of scenery I would layout a rockery with beautiful shrubs and flowers such as pansies, hydrangeas, sweet peas and many other varieties of flowers. The park would lead out to many other lanes and private walks. From tbe mountains little streams would flow through the park. I would hope to have a pond for the swans and the beautiful little ducks and fishes. There would be a couple of drinking fountans and also a tuckshop. I wouldn't allow any riding of bicycles in the park, as it would wear down the grass and also the narrow paths. The benches would be placed in the shady parts, and some in the sun for the people wbo like the heat. I would hope that the park would have a few braaivleis stands. I'm sure that many people would like this park, and one day I bope my ideal park will come true.

JONATHAN FINE.

STANDARD

SIXTY-ONE YEARS' CHANGE Rip van Wyk was climbing up Table Mountain. It was a sunny, crisp morning, and be enjoyed the climb. When he reached tbe top, he was tired and decided to have a rest. He lay down and dozed olI. Rip woke up 61 years later in the year 1961 and found that grass and plants had grown over him. He was hungry, so he decided to go home. When he reached the town, he got a fright when he saw all tbe big buildings there. He had not realised that be had slept so long, and was now quite frightened.

ANTHONY ELLERT.

They did not have these tin creatures caUed cars when he had lived here in 1900. The town had now become a bustling, bustling city. The electric trains were very different from the old "puffing billies" he had known. He wondered where he would go to now that bis bouse had disappeared in tbis fast-moving world. Poor old Rip stood on tbe pavement of Adderley Street, bewildered. Everyone was laughing at him because he bad such old-fasbioned clothing on. Fortunately his son, wbo was by now a very old great-grandfather, recognised rum and took him to his house in a suburb of Cape Town. But Rip was bewildered by these enormous sbops as well. Such things as escalators and lifts were unheard of by him. He would rather have tbe plain old stairs, anyway. He would rather have a horse and trap than a motor car. It only proved how much life had changed in not much more than half a century. EDMUNDDE SWARDT.

more. On the whole, the book is well set out and very interesting. I will explain one of these characters to you, so that it will be easier to understand the nature of this book: "Peter the Great," which explains his life story and how he revived the country of Russia. He made his capital at Petersburg (present - day Leningrad). He also brought the Tartars under his rule. I hope you too will enjoy these books and let your friends know about them. P. REYNOLDS. THE TRAITOR In 1651 a plan to assassinate Oliver CromwelJ, then dictator of England, was being discussed. The men involved were Tobias Brett, Edward Gordon and Gaston Kerne. These were all men who had suffered a long period of oppression at the hands of Cromwell's soldiers. They, as well as many others, thought that, if Cromwell was killed, England would benefit. The plan was that Kerne and Gordon were to steal into Cromwell's heavilyguarded mansion at two o'clock in the morning, each with a brace of loaded pistols. They were to get .into CromweU's bedroom and kill him in his bed. Then they were to work out their own salvation. At one o'clock the following night, after curfew, Kerne and Gordon walked along the main street. Before them in the blackness loomed Cromwell's mansion. As they stole past the guards and into the house, each man felt a wave of terror. Each one knew that they would succeed. As they crept through the house, they came near to the bedroom in which Cromwell slept. As they opened the door, armed men fell upon them. Kerne and Gordon were quickly overwhelmed. Then a terrible shock greeted both men. Brett was leading tbe troop of soldiers! "Traitor! Traitor!" shouted Gordon, but he was at once silenced. At the trial Kerne and Gordon were sentenced to be hanged, drawn and quartered. Brett was spared. The next day tbe executioner duly performed his duty, but Brett, mindful of bis crime, committed suicide the same day.

THREE BOOK REVIEWS As I was requested by one of my friends to suggest to him three good books, I thought first of my friend's nature. Finding him interested in history, I soon found three suitable examples. The first book is called "In Freedom's Cause". It describes the Scottish rising of about the time of Edward I and Edward II. It is the story of a young Scottish boy whose father was killed defending the castle of Aberfilly, and whose young son Archie thinks of nothing but vengeance. He thinks of joining William Wallace's band of soldiers, but he is still too young. After three years of intense training he joins up with Wallace. He has many adventures, and, when Wallace dies, he joins up with Robert the Bruce. He also regains his castle of Aberfilly. Robert is forced to flee through the English lines to the southern tip of Scotland. He goes off to Ireland to help the Irish rebels. He is also present at the Battle of Bannockburn. The second book is called a "Pageant of History". It describes English History from earliest times. It also describes the reigns of kings and queens. and the two great wars. It is difficult to explain the exact nature of the book in such great detail, and so I am afraid I wiU have to leave it â&#x20AC;˘ tthat. The third and last book is called "One Hundred Great Lives". This book describes famous men, women, explorers, soldiers, statesmen and many

THE BANK. ROBBERS GET A SURPRISE It was noon, and everything was quiet in the drowsy town of Kansas City. Everybody was resting or lounging around the streets . Meanwhile, some considerable distance away on a hill, there was a cave. Unknown to tbe inhabitants of the city, there was great activity going on

in the C:l ve in the form of plotting to raid lbe village safe, which contained a sum of money totalling more than eighty thousand dollars in hard cash. When the arrangements had been completed, the leader of the gang roughly outlined their plans. The raid was to take place that night at ten o'clock. Night came with its deathly stillness. Tbc gang rode towards the town, but left horses tethered to a tree on the outskirts. They walked briskly towards the bank and dealt the JWl.rd a nasty blow on tbe head. They rushed for the safe and quickly began to open it. Next moment the door opened, and a mocking voice said, "Surprise!" Inside the safe sat the sheriff pointing a gun at the gang. Unknown to the gang the money 11ad secretly been shipped away before, and the gang had so easily been fooled that they marched disgustedly away to the jail and were the laughing stock of Kansas City.

With three laps to go Tim was twenty yards behind tbe leader. At the end of the next lap Tim was ten yards behind. At the beginning of the last lap Tim was about tbree yards behind the leader. As they entered the final straight, Tim drew level. With a hundred yards to go Tim edged a quarter of a length ahead and managed to hold that lead to the end, thus becoming the new world cham路 pion! J. ROGERS. FIRE!

FIRE!

During the Second World War the aircraftcarrier H.M.S. Legend was patrolling in tbe Pacific Ocean. On board her was a whole squadron of Spitfires. The aircraft-carrier and her squadron were seeking the German pocket-battleship, the "Graf Spee". David Dew took off from the mother-ship and went to hi.s patrol section. As be was flying around looking for the "Graf Spee", two Focke Wolfes jumped down on him. The Germans had the advantage of surprise, and David only managed to shoot one of them down before h.is 'plane was a flaming wreck. Luckily one of his pal.s came and dealt with tbe remaining German. David near.ed the carrier, and belly-landed beside her in the water. A helicopter took off and picked him out of tbe water. The next day his whole squadron took off to seek revenge. They made a successful trip and managed to sboot five enemy 'planes down alto路 gether. As they were coming in for landing, one by one, Dav.id, coming last, reaLised that his undercarriage was stuck fast. No matter how many times be pushed tbe button which operated tbe undercarriage, it would Dot work. He told the carrier with his R./T. that .it would not work, and asked for advice. They told him to try and beliyland on the carrier. If he belly-landed on the water, it would mean that another 'plane would be lost. He came in, throttling down all the time. Even as he heard the screaming of his fuselage being ripped open, he knew lhat he bad come in too fast, much too fast. Suddenly a red sheet of flame descended upon the 'plane and she was a roaring .inferno as David jumped out. Next instant the fuel tanks blew up, There was a blinding flash, and one of the other

E. MERRIFIELD.

T拢M'S GREAT RACE It was 4 p.m. on the 17th May, 1946. Tim Morton pushed bis 500 c.c. Norton out of tbe pits to the starting line. He was racing against the world champion, wbo was a German. The flag went down, but Tim could Dot get his 'bike to start. Suddenly it roared into action. Tim jumped on and went careering down the track, last. At the end of tbe tbird lap be was thirteenth out of fifty-tbree. It was a seventy-lap race, and there were two miles to a lap. Tim overtook an English, Scottish and Irish rider to come into tenth position. Just then the Swedish ace crasbed, and that brought Tim to ninth position. Before tbe fortieth lap Tim had come up to fifth position. The British ace, who was tben fourtb, had to make a pit stop, and another bike's feeding-pipe burst. Tim was now third. On the sixty-second lap Tim made a quick pit stop of thirty seconds. Ahead of Tim were two Germans about ten yards apart. The front one was the world champion. On every lap Tim was gaining on them. Just as Tim was about to overtake, one of the Germans swerved out. Tim attempted to overtake on tbe inside, but again tbe German swerved in his path. Tim started to move to tbe outside of the rider, and, as the German swerved in his path, Tim swerved inside and just got past.

'planes caught alight. Suddenly, as if from nowhere, asbestos-clad men armed with fire extinguishers and hoses were fighting the roaring blaze. Already the fire was under control and only burning io places.

Half an hour later H.M.S. Legend was heading b3.ck for port with a gaping hole in her landing deck. The asbestos-clad men had done their work for the day. STEPHEN STICHLING.

LITTLE WOOD HOUSE Frollt Row (left to right): M. Rowe (omitted), K. Nielson, J. Benjamin, E. Eddy, S. Glasser, R. BurgeIl, M. Kahn, R. Thackeray, D. Hockney, A. Visser, J. Retief, D. Knight, E. Sheddon, M. Muilwyk, P. Cronje, G. Bloch, S. Scott, M. Finberg, P. Wright, N. Wright. Second RolV (left to right): J. Duffield, G. Hare, J. Bleach, D. Richardson, Mrs. H. Morris, Mr. A. Morris, Mr. W. E. Bowden, Mr. K. Pretorius, Miss G. Grifflths, W. Groenewald, G. LevĂŠy, J. Stauch, H. Spiro.

Mrs. F. Arnott, Mr. K. Strauss,

Third Row (left to right): A. van der Hom, B. Nielson, M. Creedy, W. Burke, L. Birger, R. Abrahams, M. Webster, H. Potash, R. Smith, H. Truter, S. Eddy, M. O'Connor, A. Turvey, J. Deeley, M. Warncke, J. Blakemore, D. Powell, A. Brown, M. Falk, J. Creedy, S. Rothman. Fourth Row (left to right): W. Moodie, F. Nieuwstad, R. van Wyk, N. Wallis, C. Sacher, J. Leibbrandt, D. Momsen, I. Levin, A. Hockney, A. Sutton, A. Sheddon, B. Momsen, A Steyn, S. Eloin-Jensen, E. Labuschagne, C. Tatham, J. Retief. Fifth Row (left to right): S. Kahn, M. Bass, R. Gamsu, M. Ronaidson, M. Knight, V. Sweet, N. Stephens, G. Nurick, P. Good, P. Baerecke, B. Evrard, R. Kiwi, M. Anderson, R. Sykes, D. Hughes.

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MEMORI~L PAVILION 1956

Cello Concerto, in which Derek Goosen played the solo part with pleasing tone and style. We are to hear the wbole concerto later in the year. The other soloists were Aubrey Meyer (violin) and Howard Goodman (piano) in the first movement of Dvorak's Sonatina for Violin and Piano - a lively perf.ormance of a ljvely work Following the music came a one-act play, HA Night at an Inn", by Lord Dunsane. The producer was John Bleach, the set by Leon de Bliquy, and the stage management by Paul Baerecke. The cast acquitted themselves well, and the audience was kept interested in the unfolding of the eerie plot.

At the start of tbe second term, the Society's membership stood at about 180, witb Chairman GERALD PABVOLSKY and Secretary DAVIDKATZ.

First Meeting, 29th April An excellent attendance ushered in the Society's first meeting of the year, when tbe programme was divided into three sections. The School Orchestra and soloists provided the first section. The Orchestra played Percy Fletcher's cheerful Folk Tune and Fiddle Dance, the Negro spiritual "Deep River" and the Gavotte from "Mignon" by Thomas. They also provided the accompaniment in the slow movement of Cirri's

Violin Quartet

plays Cruger

Chorale

at "Hour

of Music",

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The Junior Singing Choir with Mrs. E. ]ennings and the City Council Cup won at Cape Town Eisteddfod, 1961. The programme opened with tbe cheerful overture to Glinka's opera "RussIan and Ludmilla", and tben came Eric Coates' Tarantella "Covent Garden" including tbe old tune "Cherry Ripe". Two movements from Grieg's "Peer Glynt", and the Intermezzo from "Karelia" by Sibelius provided interesting contrasts. Mr. Tidboald asked each member of the woodwind and brass sections of the Orchestra to demonstrate his instrument, is also the harpists theirs. This "inside information", tbough brief, was most interesting and informative. The final item was Rimsky Korsakov's "Capriccio Espagnol", where much opportunity is afforded of hearing individual instruments and groups. We look forward to the time when tbe Cape Town Orchestra can play to better advantage in our new School Hall. We enjoyed this year's ,-,cQncert v.ery much nevertheless.

The third section of the programme was occupied by our guest artist, Mr. Artemisio Paganini, leader of the Cape Town Orchestra, who gave us a most enjoyable and all-too-short violin recital, with Miss Jean Boyd at the piano. He opened his items with the Handel Sonata in D, and followed this with two Spanish Dances by Sarasate, a Chopin Nocturne, Gossec Tambourin, and tbe Kreisler Sicilienne and Rigandon. Mr. Paganini's fine playing, and genial personality won him the admiration of the enthusiastic audience, and he :very kindly gave two encores. A round of coffee completed a most successful evening.

Second Meeting, 22nd May This meeting took place on a scboolday when the Cape Town Orchestra with its conductor, Mr. David Tidboald, gave a most welcome concertlong oerdue. 40

Third Meeting, 5th, 6th and 7th June

In minor parls, Gabe van Dyk and AndrĂŠ Rossi completed the picture adequately. Much praise goes to those who were responsible for staging and general effects. An excellent permanent set was constructed by Mr.Hurter and members of the Art Class - and Richard Cook's contribution to the scene painting was a considerable item in itself. Aubrey Steyn and Alistair Sheddon did oulstanding work with lheir lighting and sound effects respectively, and Clive Sacher and Paul Baerecke completed the very competent stage management team. The whole venture helped to make the School's 120th Anniversary a memorable occasion.

It had been decided, as part of the School's 120th birthday celebrations, to stage a full-length play, on three successive evenings, at the time of the big official functions. The official functions, however, had to be postponed for some time, but the play, "Men of Shadow", by Mary Hayley Bell, produced by Gordon Pethick, took place as scheduled. This was a most ambitious and successful undertaking, and a great credit to all concerned. To Mr. Pethick himself we owe our deepest gratitude for his skilful handling of players quite new to him, and then for inspiring tbem to give of their best, which they did. The cast felt it a great privilege to have worked under his direction. Of the performers, definite distinction went first to John Bleach, as the incapacitated Mordan, specially as he took over the role at short notice, then to David Katz for bis excellent study of Lew, and also to the comrades Polly (Richard Cook) and Kenny (Claude Felbert). Frank Kleinman was a convincing German officer, and Robert Siaens was also excellent in the smaller but significant part of Moy. Further pleasing character studies were given by Johannes Stauch as Charles, and Robert Gamsu as Enshaw.

Fourth Meeting, 22nd July On tbis occasion, 'Theatre for Youth" brought us "BANTU THEATRE", under the direction of Teda de Moor. This, we realised, was to be a completely novel departure for the Society, and it turned out to be one of the Society's most memorable evenings. Part T gave us a scene outside an African Township station, with the workers arriving home from the city by train. There followed the concert (African style) which filled the workers' evening. Part 2 brought us into the heart ofaXosa district. where hoeing in

The last of "Men of Shadow"

Fifth Meeting,

18th and 19th August

The Seventh Annual "Hour of Music" was also one of the functions held in celebration of the School's 120th Birthday, and the programme provided items oE unusual interest and variety. To begin with, there was a lively Concerto for Orchestra by Vivaldi in which passages both in unison and in harmony had made for much interesting work and discovery in rehearsals. The quick semiquaver sections in the finale were well done. There followed a novelty, a Chorale by Cruger (17th Century) arranged for four solo violins. the players being Aubrey Meyer, John Goodwin, Stephen Hume and David Phillips. They are to be complimented on excellent intonation. and rich and well-blended tone. A third item of unusual interest was a Sonata in G minor for two violins and piano, the violinists being Leon Mandel and Gerald Pasvolsky. Here again were two players who were obviously enjoying the work, and who gave a vital performance of it. Item 4 introduced the Stel. 3 and 4 Speech Choirs, trained by Miss Dawn Salmon. The Std. 3's gave a lively rendering of Waiter de la Mare's "OtT the Ground" anel Stel. 4 e1idVachel Lindsay"s "Simon Legree", a Negro sermon. Their e1iction and accent were alike good, and the atmosphere

Scene from "Men of Shadow"

the fields was in progress to the accompaniment of singing and rhythmical movement. Against a green cyclorama setting it was unbelievably realistic. Part 3 was a musical play, "George's Journey", wherein a young Zulu explains how he wished to study. His ambition was to work in an office as a clerk and to wear a suit and tie. Five scenes, (a) In the train, (b) The Fields, (c) rn Prison, (d) Night School and (e) The Office, provided a wealth of varied interest, much amusement, beautiful singing. freshest humour, and amazing talent. And perhaps the greatest overall quality of the show was that it was purely South African - indigenous to a degree. The packed hall sat spellbound, applauded long and vociferously, and, weary though they were, the war dancers generously gave an encore. What an unforgettable occasion! Our hearty congratulations to Miss Teda de Moor and her wonderful company. The company itself is now to be directed by Miss Babrow, and all we can say is, "Please come again soon".

Scene from "Men of Shadow"

created most impressive. The intoned chanting too was excellent. Item 5 brought a further novelty - a complete cello concerto (by 18th century composer Cirri), with Orchestral accompaniment. This was to have been performed by Old Boy cellist Eddy Malinaric, who had studied it and rehearsed it with us until April, when he had to leave Cape Town suddenly to accept a temporary position up country. The onerous task was immediately taken over by our present young leading School cellist, Derek Goosen. Tbe seriousness with which be applied himself to the work is more than praiseworthy. To his great credit goes the fact that he memorised the entire work, and, as time progressed, the musical content of the concerto was more and more realised, till the performance itself revealed many moments of really beautiful playing. Well done, Derek!

There followed the Singing Choir under their tireless director, Mrs. Elsie Jennings, in a group of varied and entirely charming songs, two of which had won them two silver cups at this year's Eisteddfod, "A Funny Fellow" by Michael Head, and "Rolling Down to Rio" by German. Victor Hely Hutchinson's setting of Lear's "The Owl and the Pussycat" with its haunting rhythm brougbt excellent two-part singing, and Mendelssohn's "On Wings of Song" some fine legato. As encore, and trailer for "Treasure Island", the Choir won tremendous applause for their singing of "The Jolly Roger". Item 7 was Percy Fletcher's attractive Folk Tune with variations and Fiddle Dance, both played with verve and steady rbythm. Neville Schafer, who had for three consecutive years played piano concertos with our Orchestra,

Graeme Rogers receives the Epworth W.B.H.S. Orchestra Cup from the Mayor, Mrs. Newton Thompson, at the prize-giving, 1960_

Long John Silver demands the treasure chart from Captain Smollett; a scene from "Treasure rsland".

Scherzo and .Ecossaises. Needless to say, these appeared this time as soloist in Chopin's Bminor were highlights in the programme, played with a sense of musicianship we bave come to take for granted from Neville. His playing becomes more mature each year, and we follow his musical career with great interest.

Sixth Meeting -7th

October, 1961

On this occasion we had an "ail-school" per路 formance, both successful and most pleasing. The programme opened with a one-act play, "Young Chippie," by G. L. Wallace. The cast was drawn entirely from Standard 6, and, as producer, we were fortunate in enlisting the services of Mr. A. J. A. Wilson with his long experience of play pro路 duction with boys. Both scenes of the play, first in Chippie's home, and then the auction mart, were carefully and clearly presented, and one heard every word distinctly. Christopher Goodwin was an admirable Chippie, and Donald Gauld as mother and Michael Cann as father. Both sustained quite difficult parts well. The auctioneer (David Grodd) and the bidders were quite con路 vincing. Now came our solo artist of tbe evening, Neville Schafer, wbo followed his recent success in the Performer's Licentiate exam witb a short piano recital including a Bach Prelude and Fugue, first movement of Beethoven's "Pathetique" Sonata. Chopin Waltz, Ecossaises and Study, "Danse de

There remained the lighter pieces which usually end the programme - first the Barcarolle from "Tales of Hoffmann" by Offenbach, played in singing style - second the Gavotte from "Mignon" with good clean articulation and lightness, and third, Waltz themes from Oscar Straus's "A Waltz Dream", where the luscious tunes were enjoyed by players and audience alike. Both on Friday and Saturday nights Mr. Lorie exhibited the beautiful silver cup presented a year ago by the Epworth Music Society to be awarded annually to orchestral players of merit. Those inscribed initially were Hugh Dungey, .Eddy Malinaric, Neville Schafer, David Freund and Graeme Rogers. As a result of outstanding work in this year's programme, the names of Derek Goosen, Leon Mandel and Gerald Pasvolsky will be added.

Delphes" by Debussy and "Polichinelle" by Racbmaninov. As encore we had Mozart's Turkish Rondo. This recital was most enjoyable, and we are all justly proud of NeviJle's achievements.

7th Function - 29th Annual Entertainment This was yet another event in celebration of the 120tb Birtbday of W.B.H.S. A delightful opening was provided by "Tbe Indians", most ably and imaginatively produced by Miss K. Lacey. Written by Mabel Down, it provided a far more fitting vehicle for the embryo talent of tbe little players than previous action songs. It was Jonger, and, witb its wigwam set and colourful costumes, it provided the little actors with the opportunity of displaying more action and excitement. Altogether a most happy choice and polished performance whicb did the producer much credit. The remainder of the evening was devoted to a full-length play, a dramatisation by J. E. Good-

Part 3 introduced the School Orchestra. To begin with we had the Cruger Chorale arranged for four violins, Aubrey Meyer, John Goodwin, Stephen Hunt and David Phillips. Then followed Barcarolle from "Tales of Hoffmann" (Offenbach), Gavotte from "Mignon" (Thomas) and the Meditation from "Thais" (Massenet). In the Meditation the solo part was played by David Phillips with nice singing legato and tone. Next came Eilenberg's "Mandoline Serenade" and, to end with, UA Waltz Dream" Waltz by O. Straus. Refreshments concluded a pleasant evening, well attended.

Leon Mandel and Gerald Basvolsky play tbe Handel Sonata for Two Violins al the "Hour Music", 1961.

Junior Special Choir with Miss D. Salmon,

man of Robert Louis Stevenson's book Treasure Island, with the production by Miss Dawn Salmon. This was an outsize undertaking, specially for juniors who had to sustain interest through ten scenes lasting two and a quarter hours. There were some excellent individual performances, among them the Long John Silver of Kenneth Kesner, Jim Hawkins of Michael Herbert, Squire Trelawney of Martin Mackie, Doctor Ljvesey of Timothy Holmes, Pew of Derek Mutti, Black Dog of Charles Maimin and Captain Smollett of John Moodie. These contained long parts to memorise and characterise. The smaller parts too brought interesting studies - Neil Murray as Mrs. Hawkins, Colin Goodman as Bill Bones, Denis Raphael as Israel Hands and Gerald Pfeil

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as George Merry. The crowd scenes and inevitable fights w.ere well handled. To Miss Smith anj Mr. Pretorius go great honours for outstanding costumes and sets, and the sea shanties sung by the choir had been well rehearsed, as usual, by Mrs, Jennings. Sound effects by A. Sbeddon, lighting by A. Steyn, and stage management by a competent group of helpers were all ably handled, and we have to thank Brigid Bates for her assistance as prompter. To those who took part tbe book will always be a living memory, and those who saw the play found much to enjoy and remember. The Music and Dramatic Society can look back upon a very full and successful year.

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injuries as in 1961. At times it rendered teambuilding almost impossible, and it is ample testimony to the leadership of D. Whitfield, one of the best captains the School has been fortunate to possess, that the team achieved the measure of success it did. The core of five, hard, fit forwards and two backs provided a solid foundation on whicb to build, but the support given them throughout the season was sporadic, and the lack of determination and resolution, both in attack and defence, prevalent in tbe rest of the team vitiated tbe possibility of a run of consistently successful performances. The School Team's defeat of Paarl Boys' High by 16 pts. to 8 in tbe Newlands curtain-raiser to the Springbok - Irisb Test Match was their best performance, and a bigh quality one at that. In this game both the backs and the forwards combined, especially in the first-half, to play sparkling, attacking rugby, and the team deserved the ovation it received at the end of the match. Its next best performance was a really heroic win by 16 pts. to 9 in an away match against a strong J. G. Meiring team, in which we played three-quarters of the game with only fourteen men, and the last twenty minutes with only thirteen.

The School has once again experienced a successful season, nineteen teams having been entered in the inter-school competitions, and a total of 514 players in all catered for. The nineteen teams entered were as follows: 19 A, B, C and D; 16 A and B; 15 A, Band C; 14 A, B. C; 13 A, Band C; 12 A, B. C and D. The Garrison authorities are to be thanked for making their fields available to the School for practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is hoped that our two new fields, together with the new changing rooms, will be in commission next season. Even with the addition of these fields the School's sporting activities are circumscribed, especially in the rugby season, when a full quota of home-fixtures could be allotted to us. Once again the School sorely feels the need for the infusion of young blood into both its scholastic and sporting activities. In the latter field, especially in the case of rugby, the burden presses heavily on those responsible for the administration of the game, and the undesirable practice of having to duplicate duties is unavoidable. This state of affairs has too long gone unheeded, and it is imperative that the Staff be augmented by the addition of several high-calibre young members as soon as possible. A blend of youth and experience is more essential to the smooth functioning of a school than to any other organisation, and the corroding effects of the relative absence of youth the more devastating. The best team of the year was tbe Under 13 A, which was unbeaten in its 13 matches, finishing up with the fantastic tally of 367 points for and only 20 against. Ably led by its entbusiastic captain, T. Watson, tbis team has consistently played good, open, imaginative rugby. Its most notable characteristic was its higb degree of technical excellence in bandling, backing up and kicking, combined with a most penetrative tbree-quarter line who made the most of the opportunities provided for them by a very good pack. Never in the remotest danger of defeat, it gave many delightful and sophisticated performances throughout the season. Not in the course of more than twenty-five years has the School Team suffered such a spate of

The Second Team started the season as a fairly powerful combination, but, as the season progressed, injuries so decimated the side that it was in the end hardly recognisable. Nevertheless, at its best, it was responsible for some excellent performances, many against other schools' "A" teams. The Under 19 C and 19 D were also subject not only to the devastating effects of their own quota of injuries but also to the continuous drain of replacements going to tbe first and second teams. It is understandable how disheartening this can be to both the coach and players, and tbe fact tbat they baUled through and put up some sterling performances reflects great credit on the coach and players alike. Tbe Under 16 A, very ably led by A. Badenhorst, played sound, soljd rugby throughout the season. Of the 12 games they played tbey won 10, lost one and drew one, finishing the season with the excellent record of 160 points for and 42

RUGBY 1st XV. Back Row (left to right): A. Maree, R. Dau, V. Cook, S. Jennings, B. Palm, L. Schwab. Middle Row (left to right): W. Seade, P. Fabricius. G. Peiser, S. Bass, P. Tester, P. Good, R.Ormond. Sitting (left to right): Mr. H. E. Tasker (Coach), D. Fagin, D. Whitfield (Capt.), Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), H. Spiro (Vice-Capt.), W. Fick, Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen (Coach).

in these circumstances tbe team fared very well and enjoyed their games tremendously. This year the Under 15 A had a rather up and down season. However, they always played witb determination, and when they lost it was always by a smaU margin. Their best performance was in an away match against the powerful S.A.C.S. 15 A team, a game which was narrowly lost by 8 pts. to 5. Tbe forwards were the strongest part of the team, and tbeir only fault was an inability to link with the backs. Initially the backs lacked penetration, altbough this fault was being steadily overcome as the season developed. Altogetber tbey played thirteen games, winning six, drawing one, and losing six, with the tally of 80 points for and 50 against. Tbe Under 15 B had almost the same virtues and faults as the "A" team, but it matured well, and towards the end of tbe season was winning matches by substantial margins. Tbe

against. In tbe main, their victories were due to the cohesion of the pack of forwards, wbo gave the backs ample opportunities to penetrate their opponents' defences. It is interesting to note that of the 160 points scored, the backs were responsible for 134 of them. There were not many changes throughout the season, and tbe only weakness evident was the poor defence of the inside backs. Mr. G. von Hoesslin and his team are to be congratulated on a season of sterling performance and delightful rugby. Tbe Under 16 B bad a good but not spectacular season, and, wben they did win a matcb, it was usually by a big margin, as is reflected in the tally of 117 points for and 75 against. The team was very well led by J. Sternslow, wbo had a great deal of work to cio off the field in finding reserves and substitutes for the many injured players. Tbus players often bad to play out of their customary positions, and 48

15 C played as well as migbt be expected in tbe difficult circumstances cnfronting it. Tbe Under 14 teams have bad a somewhat disappointing season. As in the case of the senior players, all three teams were extremely bard hit by injuries and seldom played at full strength. The UA" team played 12 matches, won 3, drew 1, and lost 8. Despite its unimpressive record, this team fought well, and was defeated narrowly on many occasions. The "B" team, after a most promising start in which they won all their matches in tbe first half of the season, was sadly depleted by injuries, and, as many of its players were promoted to the UA" team, it was unfortunately not able to sustain its excellent record. The "C" team, although not very experienced in match play, played good hard rugby, but during the sceond half of the season especially was handicapped by the unavoidable promotion of its better players to the "B" team. The Under 13 B's performances have at times been almost as attractive as those of tbe "A" which is high praise indeed. When at full strength: the back-line was one of the most penetrative that Wynberg has yet had, and the team's record of winning 8 matches out of the Il played, with a tally of 177 points for and 53 against, is one of which to be proud. An Under 13 C was entered this year and, although not strong, it was a most game combination which played with obvious enjoyment at all times. The Vnder 12 A started the season shakily, losing 4 of their first 6 matches and scoring 23 pts. for and having 69 registered against tbem. At this stage the forwards were very loose, and tbe backs were often out of position. When the backs received the ball, they could seldom move, as tbe forwards were allowing their opponents to come through almost at will, thus forcing the halves into mistakes, and providing their opponents with opportunities they readily took. After June, however, they improved out of all reco nition and out of their remaining 9 games, wo~ 7, d:ew 2: and scored 123 points for, while baving only 20 registered against them. Their final record read as follows : played 15; won 9; lost 4; drew 2; points for 146; points against 89. Mr. Pretorius and his team are to be congratulated on a performance of outstanding merit.

playing against other schools' "A" and "B" teams, they put up many creditable performances. Consi~ting mainly of Under Il players, and on some occasions only of player of that age group, they played rugby worthy of much older boys. The "D" team had a rather uphill struggle but, as with their elder brothers, keenness and determination earned them success. Tbe Under 11 A had an excellent season. Although at times some of the better players were out of action through injury and flu, this team was unbeaten in its six matches, scoring 85 points, while their opponents could only register 12. Tbe Under 10 had two games, losing both, but at the same time displaying several promising youngsters who should have a good future. Once again the parents who regularly followed the junior games are to be thanked. Their support is most valuable to the teams, and a special word of thanks is due to those who have so willingly helped with transport when called upon. The end of season party, arranged by parents, is also much appreciated by both the players and coaches. In late August we were delighted to be the hosts of Milton High School, renewing the contact both on and off the field that we had made when last touring Rhodesia. In an enjoyable match, played in the teeth of one of our winter's worst gales, we lost to our visitors by 3 pts. to 6. We hope in the near future once again to be meeting them on their home ground. The School extends its heartiest congratulations to its Springboks, David Stewart, Douglas Hopwood and Lionel Wilson on their selection to play for our national team against Ireland, and to Douglas and Lionel on their selection for the two Tests against the Wallabies. Tbe School also notes with pride that David Stewart and Douglas Hopwood both captained Western Province during this season. Both Aubrey Luck, one of tbe best scrumhalves in the country, and David Stewart are to be commiserated with on their ill-fortune to be incapacitated by injuries during the season just past, In May last a most successful "Rugby Clinic" was held one night in the School Hall. AJI phases of Rugby technique were widely covered by the speakers, Jobn Gainsford, Douglas Hopwood, Lionel Wilson and David Stewart, and a fusillade of questions dealt with in a crisp and expert fashion. A hall tightly-packed with players of all ages listened appreciatively during one luncb-bour to an interesting talk by Maxwell Price on overseas rugby. We hope to repeat both the clinic and the talk next season.

The Under 12 B team record follows roughly the same pattern as tbat of the "A". Their last three games, in which they scored 75 points to 9, provided a storming finish to their season. The record of the 12 C team is most pleasing. Often 49

UNDER 16A RUGBY TEAM Front Row (left to right): M. Bowditch (Vice-Captain), Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), A. Badenhorst (Captain), Mr. G. von Hoesslin (Master-in-Charge), B. Momsen, G. Johnson. Second Row (left to right): B. Bravo, M. Hobbs, R. Eastrnan, D. Apsey, M. Bass, A. Burton, J. Leibbrandt. Back Row (left to right): M. Stein, R. MacFarlane, H. Baker, G. May, D. Momsen.

Once again many senior players have performed an invaluable service to the School in coacbing our nursery of junior players. Tbey have given these little fellows great fun and pleasure each Friday afternoon, and in addition have succeeded in teaching them the important rudiments of tbe game. Tbe School owes an immense debt to tbese seniors, and the future excellence of tbe Under 12's and Under 13's is founded on the excellent work done by them. Full-time coaches of tbese junior divisions were: S. Kahn; G. Peiser and C. Sacber of the "Lions and Tigers"; W. Fick, H. West and H. Spiro of the "Hamiltons and All Blacks"; D. Fagin, R. Ormond and 1. Hadley of the "Springboks and Villagers". The Brian Steyl Award, presented by Mr. C. C. W. Steyl in memory of his son, one of our promising young rugby players, was awarded to W. Searle of the School Team as the player who has

shown the greatest improvement througbout the season. The Senior Rugby Committee (D. Whitfield; H. Spiro; D. Fagin; W. Fick and R. Ormond) are to be thanked for their able and tireless administration. Tbe past standard of most of tbe School's Rugby Secretaries has been remarkably high. This year, in D. Fagin tbe School bas possessed a Rugby Secretary wbo has been seldom equalled and never surpassed in his cheerful, smootb, tactful and efficient performance of the duties of wbat is a most onerous office. In additi,on, as in 1960, he has been an outstanding Press AttachĂŠ, and be bas also found time to be manager of the junior coaches. His willing efforts are more than appreciated. P. Good, G. Hare, J. Leibbrandt and R. Smith have once again maintained the high standard we have come to expect from our Rugby Equipment 50

Maintenance Department. Day in and day out during the season, these players perform an essential service without which rugby at the School could not function. Their keenness and efficiency alone make possible the high standard achieved by the coaches and players on the field of play. Once again the School is deeply indebted to Mr. G. Bunting for the tireless and enthusiastic work he has put into accompanying and refereeing the junior teams. Harrassed as we are by Staff shortages, his help is most appreciated by the coaches and little players alike. He has tbe art of handling boys to such a degree that one cannot but regret that he is not a member of the teaching profession. Mr. W. Edwards, Mr. C. P. Fourie, Mr. D. Thomson and Mr. B. Ekermans are to be thanked for refereeing many of our home matches. That they have so willingly given of their time is much appreciated, because nowadays referees of tbe highest calibre are very few and far between. Finally, and above all, the strength of our rugby is due in fuil measure to our coaches, wbo give of their time, energy and experience witb such unstinted generosity. Messrs. Oosthuizen. Strauss, Von Hoesslin, Lennox, Hopkins, Hutcheson, Morris and Pretorius are to be thanked and complimented on tbeir able and untiring services; the keenness and support given to tbese men by most players is an open testimony to the appreciation of tbeir efforts. The following Rugby Awards have been made for the 1961 Season: Blues: D. Whitfield, W. Searle, D. Fagin, W. Fick, R. Ormond, S. Jennings. Colours: D. Whitfield, W. Searle, D. Fagin, W. Fick, R. Ormond, S. Jennings, R. Dau, G. Peiser, P. Fabricius, V. Cook, P. Good, S. Bass, A. Maree, B. Palm, P. Tester, and L. Schwab. H.E.T.

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RESULTS OF THE 1st XV Second Term 1961. vs. Hottentots-Holland Won vs. St. Joseph's Won vs. Paarl Boys' High (Newlands) Won vs. Rondebosch Lost vs. Jan van Riebeeck Lost W. L. D. P.F. 3 2 o 48 Third Term 1961 vs. Paul Roos Gymnasium Lost vs. Bishops .. Lost vs. Rondebosch Lost

9. 11. 12. 13.

vs. S.A.C.S Drew vs. Paarl Gymnasium Lost vs. J. G. Meiring Won vs. Milton High Scbool (Bulawayo) Lost 14. vs. Old Boys Lost 15. vs. Jan van Riebeeck Lost P. W. L. D. P.F. 10 1 8 1 64 Finai Log: 15 4 10 112

17-14 6- 3 16- 8 6-12 3-10

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UNDER 16 A RESULTS Hottentots-Holland Won Jan van Riebeeck Lost Paarl Boys' High Won Rondebosch Won Paul Roos Gymnasium Won Bishops Won Rondebosch Won S.A.C.S Won Bellville High Won Paarl Gymnasium Won J. G. Meiring Drew Jan van Riebeeck Won W. L. D. P.F. 10 1 1 160

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UNDER 13 A RESULTS Hottentots-Holland Won St. Joseph's College Won Paarl Boys' High Won Rondebosch Won Paul Roos Gymnasium Won Bishops Won Rondebosch Won S.A.C.S Won Bellville High Won Paarl Gymnasium Won J. G. Meiring Won Jan van Riebeeck Won Jan van Riebeeck Won W. L. D. P.F. 13 0 0 368

3- 3 3-11 15- 9 3- 6 6-19 6-20 P.A. 142 189 6- 0 3- 8 17- 6 14- 0 13- 5 24- 0 17-14 8- 3 24- 0 22- 0 3- 3 9- 3 P.A. 42 39- 0 21- 3 6- 3 23- 0 8- 3 18-11 12- 0 20- 0 51- 0 74- 0 55- 0 17- 0 22- 0 P.A. 20

RESULTS OF UNDER 11 A's SINCE 1957. (Last 5 Years) P. W. L. D. P.F. P.A. 1957 3 3 68 3 1958 5 4 1 75 6 1959 4 4 72 3 1960 4 4 49 9 1961 6 6 85 12

P.A. 47 3-20 lO-lI 3-13

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UNDER 13A ~UGBY TEAM Front Row (left to right): Mr. A. J. A. Morris (Master-ia-Charge), D. Bairstow (Vice Captain), M. Emms, Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), C. Eager, B. Watson, Mr. A. Lorie (Principal). Second Row (left to riRht): P. West, D. PosweIl, C. Stephens, A. Standley, B. Probyn, D.Banks, B. de Smit, C. Slabber. Third Row (left to right): N. Hay, R. Katz, D. Sidman, L. Raymond, J. Retief. Absent: T. Watson (Capt.).

Van Riebeeck 15, Wellington O. Wellington 0, De Waal O. Rhodes 9, De Waal 5. De Waal 5, Van Riebeeck 10. Wellington 0, Rhodes 13.

RESULTS OF 1961 HOUSE GAMES lunior: Rhodes J 6, Van Riebeeck O. Van Riebeeck 0, Welljngton 26. Wellington 5, De Waal O. Rhodes 8, De Waal O. Rhodes 8, De Waal O. De Waal 18, Van Riebeeck O. Wellington 0, Rhodes 9.

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1st TEAM MATCHES

errors. Many scoring opportunities were therefore lost. Neither side was able to score a try, all the points coming from penalties. Fabricius goaled two easy penalties, one in the first half and one in the second, making the score 6-0 at that stage. Late in the second balf Essevraue (No. 8) replied with an easy penalty, to make the final score 6-3. Marist were unlucky not to score on time when Bass was caught in possession at fullback, but the final pass was ruled as forward. This was an unconvincing performance by Wynberg, as a big win against this weak Marist side had been expected. For Wynberg Clifton ran well on tbe wing, but received the ball far too seldom, while Whitfield and Cook were always prominent in tbe pack. Final score: 6-3.

Vs. Hof/entots Holland (Won 17-14). Venue: Wynberg 'A'. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. Referee: Mr. J. Oosthuizen. This was a bright open game and a very promising start to the season. Wynberg's victory was particularly meritorious because of the fact that they were five points down after two minutes' play. The whole team played well and this, together with fitness, team spirit and Fabricius' brilliant goal-kicking form, gave Wynberg victory over this powerful R.R.R. team. H.H.H. kicked off and, before Wynberg realised what had happened, they were five points down when Watson (centre) broke through to score under the poles, the Wynberg backs being slow in coming up to tackle. Du Toit (fly-half) had no difficulty in converting (0-5). Fabricius retaliated with a 3D-yard penalty (3-5). Wynberg took the lead when Jennings cross-kicked and the ball bounced luckily for Dau to pick up and send Fabricius over to score far out (6-5). H.R.H. took tbe lead again when Du Toit (fly-half) goaled a good penalty (6-8), but Fabricius replied with an equally good kick from 35 yards out (9-8). Fabricios, in brilliant kicking form, increased the lead with a magnificent 50-yard penalty, making the score 12-8. H.H.H. came back strongly and after a loose scrum five yards from the Wynberg line Ranklin (hooker) scrambled over for a try in the corner (12-11). Half-time 12-11. In the second half Wynberg had most of the play territorially and increased their lead when Clifton scored brilliantly in the corner after a blind-side movement. Fabricius converted with a magnificent kick from the touch-line (17-11). Wynberg nearly scored again on two occasions, Du Toit (fly-half) doing well to clear under pressure after Spiro broke through and kicked ahead. On time Watson (centre) scored bis second try far out to make the final score (17-14). Final score 17-14.

Vs. Paarl Boys' High (Won 16-8). Venue: Newlands. Kick-off: 12.30 p.m. Referee: Mr. Edwards. Tbis was a brigbt open game and was Wynberg's best victory of the year. Tbe game was played in two pbases, with Wynberg dominating in the first half and Paarl taking the initiative in the second spell. It was only keen Wynberg tackling that kept them out at this stage. It must be remembered, however, tbat the Wynberg booker Searle was concussed during the second half and, although he played on, Wynberg were unable to win many scrums after the interval. In the Wynberg team Spiro was outstanding at scrumhalf, while Jennings produced his best game of the year at fly-half. Centres Peiser and Dau both had good games, while Fabricius ran with determination to score his two tries on the wing. Whitfield jumped outstandingly in the front of the lineouts. Wynberg were soon off the mark, a nice break by Spiro setting tbeir line in action. Clifton rounded off the move by coming round to score near the poles. Fabricius converted (5-0). Three minutes later Spiro broke again, and this time Fabricius went over to score far out (8-0). Another good break by Spiro sent Fabricius over for his second try. Fabricius himself converted with a fine kick from touch (13-0). Paarl replied when Visser (centre) broke to send Wagner (scrum-half) over to score (13-3). Wynberg scored again wben Peiser heavily tackled his opposite number on the Paarl 25. Dau was on the spot to pick up tbe loose ball and score (16-3). Half-time: 16-3.

Vs. St. Joseph's (Won 6-3). Venue: Marist 'A' Field. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. This was an unattractive, scrappy game played in hot and dusty conditions. Tbe game never really got going, Wynberg always baving the upper hand but never being able to press home this advantage because of numerous handling

UNDER 12A RUGBY TEAM Front (left to right): P. Reynolds, Mr. K. Pretorius (Master-in-Charge), J. Rogers (Capt.), Mr. A. Lorie (Principal), C. Betts, Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen (Yice-Principal), C. Wolf!. Middle (left to right): T. Kyriacos, D. Humphries, D. Williams. G. Pfeil, N. Gow, G. Bunting, A. Lawson. Back (left to right): J. Fine, F. Spektor, P. Cronje, E. de Swardt, P. de Wet. rugby conditions. Rondebosch deserved their victory, because in tbis game their backs were superior, Sampson (right-wing) proving a matchwinner by scoring three tries. Wynberg were out路 played at line-out, and the backs bad a poor game. Although slightly lighter, the Wynberg forwards did exceedingly well in the set scrums, with Searle hooking outstandingly. Fabricius was the best of the Wynberg backs. The game was played at a fast tempo. Rondebosch attacked for the first 15 minutes, and deserved to open tbe score when Sampson (wing) scored in tbe corner (0-3). Just before half-time Wynberg struck back when they beeled from a loose scrum on the 25 and Spiro sent Fabricius (wing) over for a fighting try in the corner (3-3). Half-t.ime: 3-3. Wynberg started attacking immediately after

Paarl had more of tbe game after the interval, with their forwards doing particularly well. Wynberg were unlucky not to score when Dau broke well but lost the ball when going over. Hereafter Wynberg had to tackle desperately to keep Paarl out, but eventually Basson (lock) scored under the poles after a forward rush. Rabie (flank) converted (16-8). In the closing minutes Spiro broke and ran 50 yards before being' forced out on the corner flag. Final score: 16-8.

Vs. Rondebosch (Lost 6-12). Venue: Rugby 'A', Rondeboscb. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. Referee: Mr. C. Corin. There was great tension before tbis needle game, and a large crowd turned out in perfect

the resumption, and Fabricius missed an exceHent chance to put Wynberg in the lead when he failed with a penalty from 30 yards out. Sampson received the ball twice in quick succession and beat his man both times to score two unconverted tries (3-9). Le Grange (centre) increased the lead with a penalty (3-12). Bass (full back) replied with a penalty from 35 yards. Just before time Fabricius knocked on when trying to collect a cross-kick with an open line ahead. Final score: 6-12.

Paul Roos completely dominated play, and at no stage did Wynberg ever look like making a systematic recovery. At the end Paul Roos were running through at will. Spiro was the only Wynberg player to distinguish himself. Playing at scrum-half, his performance was particularly noteworthy, because he played behind a repeatedly retreating pack. Wynberg were also heavily beaten at line out, while the tackling of tbe backs often left much to be desired. The Paul Roos tactics worked in that they plugged the touch line for the first balf and thereby succeeded in wearing down Wynberg at forward. They crossed with a 6-0 lead, and thereafter were able completely to dominate the second spell. In the closing stages the Wynberg pack looked a very leg-weary eight Paul Roos scored six tries, only converting one, Wynberg replying with a try by Spiro halfway through the second half to make the score 3-12 at that stage. Final Score: 3-20.

Ys. Jan van Riebeeck (Lost 3-10). Venue: J. H. Buys fields. Kick-off: 2.30 p.m. Referee: Adv. Steyn. This was a bright and attractive game with Wynberg showing far better form after their disappointing display against Rondebosch. The final score was in no way a fair reflection of the game, and Wynberg were superior in every department except at line-out. The speedy Van Riebeeck blck-line was never given a chance to move because of fine midfield tackling by the Wynberg centres, and the home half-backs were under conalant pressure from the hustling Wynberg loose forwards. Cook played magnificently in the pack, linking with the backs and distributing the ball in briUiant fashion. Bass was an inspiration at flyhalf, always doing something original, while Spiro was always dangerous when in position at centre. There was no score in the first half, Spiro going over to score just before half-time, but the final pass from Schwab was surprisingly judged as forward. Half-time: 0-0. The second half was evenly contested, with Wynberg always looking more dangerous, but J. v. Riebeeck opened the score when a forward crossed far out after what seemed like a forward pass. Van Rooyen (full-back) converted (0-5). With time running out Wynberg tried to open up from their own line, but Schwab knocked on into the bands of Pienaar (centre), who ran over for a gift try under the poles. Van Rooyen (full-back) converted (0-10). On time Fabricius retaliated with a penalty (3 -10). Final score: 3-10.

Vs. Bishops (Lost 10-11). Venue: Wynberg 'A'. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. Referee: Mr. C. P. Fourie. The game was played in extremely hot and humid conditions, but nevertheless it was always a fast open match, with both sides using their backs whenever possible. The sides were evenly matched, with Wynberg sligbtly superior at forward, while Bishops bad the edge behind the scrum. Witb Whitfield recapturing his old brilliance at line out, and Searle hooking the ball back regularly from the scrums, Wynberg received more (han their fair share of the ball, but they were not able to capitalise on this advantage because of shaky handling by tbe inside backs. Spiro was again the outstanding Wynberg back, while Good ran with great speed on the left wing, his run down the touchline before sending Jennings over to score being a truly magnificent effort. The pack all played well, Whitfield and Palm being particularly prominent. Bishops opened the score after five minutes, when Bothner (centre) broke to send Young (wing) over in the corner (0-3). Wynberg replied when Spiro snapped up a dropped pass to run 50 yards to score a brilliant opportunist try. Fabricius converted (5-3). Bishops, however, took tbe lead soon afterwards when Bothner (centre) broke through to score near the posts (5-6). Half-time: 5-6.

Ys. Paul Roos Gymnasium (Lost 3-20). Venue: Coetzenberg. Kick-off: 11.30 a.m. This was a dismal performance, with Wynberg producing pathetic form. Except for the first 15 minutes, when play was confined to the home 25,

The game was one of the best of the season, with plenty of open play and both ~ets of back.s willing to swing tbe ball wbenever possiblĂŠ. The game became particularly exciting in the second half, with both sides trying desperately to score winning points. On the whole, Wynberg were ~ligbtly the better team territorially, and, witb Whitfield jumping outstandingly, they dominated the line-outs. Wynberg were pressing for practically the whole of lhe second balf, and were unlucky not to score on a number of occasions. Unfortunately Fabricius had an off-day with his place-kicking, and he missed several goalable penalties. S.A.C.S. started with great fire, and opened the score with :1 beautiful try by their right wing after a full-back line movement (0-3). Wynberg struck back soon afterwards when Good scored after a brilliant inter-passing movement covering at least 60 yards. Play was evenly matched for the rest of tbe half. Ha.lf-time: 3-3. Wynberg came close lo scoring on a number of occasions during the second half. Spiro was pushed out on the corner flag, and Whitfield was tackled inches sbort of the line after breaking round the back of the line-out. The game ended with S.A.C.S. attack.ing. Final score: 3-3.

Wynberg deservedly took the lead after halftime with a magnificent try by Jennings. The movement started on the Wynberg 25, and Good ran 60 yards down the touchline before passing to J enni ngs, wbo scored in the corner. Fabricius converted with a brilliant kick from touch (10-6). Wynberg held tbe lead until five minutes from the end, when Bishops heeled from a loose scrum and Bothner slipped through a gap to score. CulEs (loose forward) goaled the vital conversion (10-11). Final score: 10-11. Vs. Rondebosch (Lost 3-13). Venue: Home 'A' Field. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. Referee: Mr. D. H. Thompson. This return game had been eagerly awaited, and produced very good rugby. Rondebosch deserved their victory, but their ten-point winning margin was flattering to them. In fact Wynberg had more of the game territorially, particularly in the second half. Wynberg's downfall was their inability to make use of their opportunities. The Wynberg forwards had an excellent game, with Whitfield jumping well at )jne-out, and Searle hooking many tight heads. The Wynberg backs, therefore, received plenty of the ball, but lacked penetration. Schwab was the only back wbo was able to break tbrough tbe solid Rondeboscb tackling. The first half was evenly contested, with Rondebosch scoring after 15 minutes wben Jennings was caught in possession near his own line and Klette (flank) was on the spot to pick up and score near tbe corner. Le Grange (centre) converted from toucb (0-5). Du Toit (lock) increased the lead with a fifty-yard penalty (0-8). Wynberg came close to scoring when Fagin tackled tbe Rondebosch full-back in possession after a high kick on the Rondebosch 25. Half-time: 0-8. Soon after half-time Rondebosch increased their lead when Sampson ran round to score under the poles. Le Grange (centre) converted (0-14). For the rest of the game Wynberg had tbe upper hand, but were unable to score. Once Schwab broke beautifully, and finally, on time, Fabricius opened the Wynberg score with a penalty (3-13). Final score: 3-13.

Vs. Be/lville (Lost 12-30). Venue: Wynberg 'A'. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. This game was played in good weather for rugby, and the home team was very keen to gain a win over the unbeaten Bellville team. Unfortunately this did not come about, even after a promising start by Wynberg. The bome forwards again put up a sterling performance, in which Whitfield at line-out and Ormond and Fagin in the loose stood out. The bome backs, after starting confidently, slowly lost this confidence, which resulted in their giving a poor performance. Full credit must be given to tbe Bellville backline whose speed was outstanding. ' Wynberg were quick on the attack, and were awarded a penalty, which Fabricius put over (3-0). He succeeded with three other penalties in this half, while Uys (lock) scored a try, which Martin converted, and he also succeeded with a penalty for Bellville. Half-time: 12-8. Bellville then moved on to tbe attack, and scored 22 points in the second half. The scorers

Vs. S.A.C.S. (Drew 3-3). Venue: S.A.C.S. 'A' field. Kick-off: 11.15 a.m. Referee: Mr. M. East. 56

were Beuk:.es,Swanepoel (2), Martin and Rossouw. Martin succeeded in converting two tries and goaling a penalty. Final score: 12-30. Vs. Paarl Gym

booting the ball downfield, fed Peiser, who scored in the corner. Bass converted beautifully from touch (l0-0). Before half-time Fabricius (fly-half) replied with a penalty for Meiring (10-3). Half-time: 10-3. Wynberg increased their lead with the best try of the game. After heeling the ball quickly, Jennings joined the line. He passed to Schwab, who took:. a gap and, with 50 yards to go, cut inside the full back:.and accelerated. He scored brilliantly under the poles with the cover defence trying desperately to cut him off. Bass easily converted (15-3). Shortly afterwards Scbwab left the field with a shoulder injury, and Wynberg were reduced to six forwards, with Cook:. and Tester playing on tbe wings. Meiring replied with an easy penalty by Fabricius (fly-half), who also picked up a dropped pass to score Meiring's only try far out (15-9). Final score: 15-9.

(lost 3-11).

Venue: Paarl Sports Ground. Kick:.-off: 11.30 a.m. This was a slow and disappointing game played in terribly hot conditions. Wynberg had the bad luck:to have Spiro dislocate his shoulder after ten minutes, and therefore they played with 14 men for the rest of the game. Cook:.deputised at scrum half, and did very well under difficult conditions. Wynberg battled hard at forward, with their seven forwards courageously holding their much heavier eight opponents. Indecisive tackling by the Wynberg wings was a defin.ite weak:.ness and led to two of the Paarl Gym tries. Bass used his boot effectively at fly-half, while Schwab played well at centre. Fick:. had a good game in the forwards. Paarl Gym led 8-0 at half-time, the result of two tries, one of which was converted. They scored a further try after half-time (0-11). Early in the game Bass crossed after receiving on the outside from Peiser, but the final pass was ruled forward. Wynberg scored in the closing minutes, when Schwab was tack:.led short of the line and Sussman was on the spot to pick: up and score far out (3-11). Final score: 3-11. Vs. J. G. Meiring

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3-6).

Venue: Wynberg 'A' Kick:.-off: 4.15 p.m. This was a fine game played in good spirit under most difficult conditions, due to a strong wind and driving rain. The touring team's forwards were heavier than those of the home team, and credit must be given to the home pack, who completely outplayed the visitors in all departments, with Whitfield and Fick prominent. Credit must also be given to Searle for his hooking in this game, enabling the home team to win practically every scrum. The home backs also played well under the difficult conditions, but one feels that in the first half they could have made more of their opportunities. Still, under these conditions both back:. lines moved at eery opportunity, and Bass was constructive in the home's back:. line, although he put in a few weak:.kicks. Wynberg lost the toss and played with the wind in the first half. They immediately moved to the visiting team's try line, but repeatedly failed to score. Eventually Good (wing) scored a try after a full-back:. line movement initiated by a clever break:. by Bass. The conversion failed (3-0). Half-time: 3-0. It was now Milton's turn, playing with the wind, to move on to the attack:.. They scored an opportunist try after Bass had kick:.ed weakly for Woldemal (fly-half) to gather and score under the poles. The easy conversion was missed (3-3). Milton then scored a good try after Ferguson (centre) dummy-scissored, broke, and passed to

15-9).

Venue: J. G. Meiring, Goodwood. Kick:.-off: 11.15 a.m. This game proved to be one of the best efforts of the season by the Wynberg team. Playing with 14 men for the first half and with 13 men for most of the second half, the team battled courageously and completely outplayed the home team. The Wynberg pack:.overshadowed the Meiring eight in scrums, line-outs and especially in the loose. Even when reduced to six forwards Wynberg was able to win the ball freely from scrums and line-outs. The backs played well, with Bass, Peiser and Schwab (until he was unfortunately injured), always being prominent. Whitfield and Ormond were outstanding in a hard-work:.ing pack. Wynberg opened the score when Good crossed after a full-back:. line movement. Bass converted (5-0). At this stage Sussman (right wing) left the field with a badly-damaged ank:.le. Nevertheless, Wynberg increased the lead when Schwab, after 57

plenty of tbe ball, but they made no constructive use of it. As with many other games during the season, Wynberg bad more of the game terri路 torially, but rank bad tackling let the Van Rie路 beeck backs run at will. Centre-field defence was often non-existent. Maree was the only back to do himself justice, while all the forwards, particularly Ormond, Fagin, Fick and Whitfield, played weU. Wynberg were down 3-11 at half-time. Van Riebeeck scored six tries, only one being converted. Fabricius goaled two penalties for Wynberg (6-20). Fi nal score: 6-20.

Roberts (wing), who score::! midway between tbe poles and the touchline. The conversion was missed (3-6). Wynberg then staged an attack and narrowly missed scoring when awarded a penalty five yards from Milton's line. Fagin received the short kick, hut was stopped inches short of the line. Final score: 3-6. Vs. Old Boys (Lost 8-19). Venue: Wynberg 'A'. Kick-off: 4.15 p.m. Referee: Mr. Oostbuizen. This was, as usual, an enterprising game played under Australian rules, with no touch kicking outside the 25's. The Old Boys' experience proved too much for tbe School team, but neertheless the boys played hard and pluckily. In the School team Jennings had a good game at full back, while Powell played pluckily at f1yhalf. Tester had his best game of the season at 8th man. Jordan (wing) opened the score for the Old Boys after a break by Grendon (fly-half) (0-3). The School equalised when fine inter-passing by Good and Schwab led to Schwab himself scoring far out (3-3). Just before half-time Claydon (centre) broke and sent Andrews (wing) over to score. Anderson (centre) converted (3-8). Half-time: 3-8. Tbe Old Boys scored three further tries by Fourie (lock), Thorn (No. 8) and Gelb (scrumhalf), one of which was converted by Anderson (3-19). The School was rewarded for their efforts when Tester scored as Fagin led a forward rush to the line. Good converted (8-19). Final score: 8-19. The teams were as follows: OLD Bcvs: H. Oosthuizen; R. Jordan, B. Anderson, U. Clayden, G. Andrews; J. Grendon, G. Gelb; J. Large, J. van Roseveld, M. Meintjies; G. Bosch, J. van Niekerk (c.), J. Fourie, J. White; A. Thorn. SCHOOL: S. Jennings; Mr. Strauss, L. Schwab, G. Peiser, P. Good; O. Powell, A. Maree; W. Fick, W. Searle, B. Palm; R. Ormond, V. Cook, D. Whitfield (c.), D. Fagin ; P. Tester.

The School records with regret the death of Dirk Kamfer, the well-known sports-journalist and commentator, whose penetrating rugby reports, especially those on overseas matches, bave been most knowledgeable, instructive and entertaining. His place will not be easily filled. A CRITIQUE

OF THE FIRST XV

D. WHITFIELD.-A very fine captain who was always an inspiration to his team. His general standard of play has improved considerably, fulfilling every promise of last season. Undoubtedly one of the best line-out forwards in Schools Rugby. A captain and player of high calibre. H. SPIRO.-A very promising young player who was prepared to fill several positions during the season for the sake of his team. As vicecaptain he very ably assisted his captain. He has matured into a top-class centre and scrumhalf and a more than useful fly-half. S. JENNINGS.-A player of great ability. He has safe hands, a cool head, and a very fine kick. He must, however, eliminate an occasional tendency to lie too deep, and increase his speed in getting to the ball. A player of distinct .Q!omise. V. FABRICIUS.-A strong running wing who did not quite produce the form expected of him. He must tighten up his defence. A magnificent place-kicker. G. PEISER.-A talented player and knowledgeable centre wbo could not quite re-capture his promising form of last season. Has a definite tendency to over-break, and his defence still remains shaky.

Vs. Jan van Riebeeck (Lost 6-20). Venue: Wynberg 'A'. Kick-off: 11.30 a.m. Wynberg ended tbe season on a dismal note. They played well at forward and gave tbe backs 58

L. SCHWAB.-One of the most improved and promising players of the season. A great-hearted little centre with a very sound defence and an eye for an opening. Has every prospect of doing well in senior Rugby.

of his play and infuse more fire into both his attack and defence. V. COOK.-A forward of undoubted ability who played some very fine games during the season. He still has a tendency to forget that the locks are the main driving force in the scrum. With a little more self-discipline and determination he can develop into a top-class forward.

P. GOOD.-A wing of potential ability. He has speed and all the attributes of a good wing. He must, however, show greater determination when going for the corner-flag, and must watch carefully a weakness in defence. A good prospect for next year.

H. WEST.-A grand forward who at all times gives of hjs best. Unfortunately he has not quite been able to eliminate completely his tendency to rake and develop a faster strike.

S. BASS.-A versatile three-quarter with safe bands and a good tactical sense. Played some excellent games this season but still lacks concentration and determination in defence.

R. DAU.-A fine three-quarter who has matured well and who played some excellent games at centre. Unfortunately a bad knee injury cut short a very promising career.

A. MAREE.-An improving young scrum-half who covers a great deal of ground during a match, and has an excellent cover-defence. He must aim at more alertness and precision in his service.

C. COPELAND.-A greatly improved player who was comjng into his own when a bad injury cut short his season.

B. CLIFTON.-A strong hard-running wing who unfortunately was unable to maintain his form throughout the season due largely to a recurring knee injury. Must aim at more speed and tighten up his defence.

J. NAIRN.-A very speedy wing who is maturing slowly; must go harder on the wing and eradicate a weak defence. D. FRIEDLAND.-A sound, knowledgeable player who is equally at home at full-back, centre or wing; must infuse more fire and determination into his play.

W. FICK.-A strong, lively, hard-working forward, who bas fulfilled expectations. A player of definite promise in Senior Rugby.

W. TOOLEY.-An excellent flank who unluckily was injured early in the season, just at the moment he was beginning to show a marked improvement.

B. SEARLE.-The most improved player in the team. His all-round play has improed astonishingly. Technically tbe best hooker in Scbools' Rugby. A fine prospect for next year. B. PALM.-A tough some very good games. first-class front-ranker, definite lack of fitness season.

A. STECK.-A good, solid forward; ratber lacks speed and fire as a Ranker, but could be an excellent front-ranker or loek.

front-ranker who played He has the makings of a if he can overcome a at the beginning of the

H. WEST.-A bundle of energy and keenness; this lion-hearted player, handicapped by his weigbt and size, has always been on tbe fringe of a permanent place in the First XV.

D. FAGIN.-A strong, reliable hard-working forward. He has shown consistent improvement, and towards the end of the season was playing his best rugby. Always on the ball looking for work.

O. POWELL.-A keen, hard, fit player who is a most versatile all-rounder both in the back-line and forward line; potentially one of our most reliable backs for next season.

R. ORMOND.-A great-hearted player who through sheer determination, keenness and fitness made himself into a really good flank forward. He must develop a deadlier tackle.

C. SUSSMAN. - A speedy, improving wing, whose keenness and willingness to learn should probably earn him a permanent place in next year's School Team.

P. TESTER.-A solid, hard-working forward, but as an eightth man he must increase the tempo

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Congratulations to the W.P. Nuffield XI which f.red so well at Port Elizabeth this year. We are happy to report tbat Michael Bowclitch and Trevor Johnson, our two representatives in tbe side, made a satisfactory contribution towards the team's success. Howard Spiro and Andy Kriegler came very close to being selected when they performed adequately in the final trial at Newlands

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Back Row: L. Schwab, Second Row: V. Cook, Seated: M. Bowditch, (Master-in-Charge),

last year. Our very able skipper, Neville Budge. unfortunately sustained a broken finger a few days before Schools Week, and was therefore out of the running for selection. These three candidates stand a very good chance of being included in tbis year's side, if their excellent running between the wickets and thei r forceful wicketkeeping, bowling and batting persists.

XI CRICKET

P. Watson, G. Jobnson, M. Giles. B. Nel, D. Whitfield, B. Napier, G. Peiser. Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), N. Budge (Capt.), Mr. J. Mathew H. Spiro (Vice-Captain).

Messrs. M ike Slabber, Budge, Whitfield, Ron Gibbs, "Ginger" Jol1nson, Newman and others were regular and very welcome spectators at many of our games. Mr. Grendon and Mr. Dews were also seen from time to time recapturing great moments from the past. The Club enjoyed a good season of cricket. The reason for this lies squarely at the feet of the devoted staff members and the coaches. We extend our thanks and our congratulations to these gentlemen, namely the Headmaster, Messrs. Thomson, Gardener, Morris, Gilmore, Von Hoesslin, Driessen, Kooy, Hopkins, Wheeler, Hurter, Pretorius, Hutcheson and Fielding. The supervisors of the Under 10 cricket are their heroes, and for their sterling assistance in coachi ng these juniors we should like to extend our deserved thanks. There are many departments we should like to mention, such as the bat room boys, the umpires, the ground staff, and especially Dr. Wood and Mr. Morris, and the scorers, and in mentioning them we would express our gratitude to them for thei r share in making membership of the Club so pleasant. Before closing this report I must express our appreciation to Mrs. Bowden and Mrs. Morris, Matron and Sister and their staff for so efficiently supplying our teams and their visitors wilh. refreshments, so pleasantly served each Saturday afternoon. As we go to Press, the 1st X[ is preparing to lea ve on a lour to Oudtshoorn, where they will play three matches. J. L. MATHEW.

The Club was very sad to part with the enthusiastic and devoted coaching of Mr. D. H. Thomson, who has left us to take up a teaching appointment at Bishops. We still feel his spirit haunting our nets and fields, and occasionally we catch a glimpse of his person surrounded by small boys carrying cricket togs and wielding willows. The 1st XI was invincible at the end of last season, winning all their matches outright, which improved their log position from eleventh to sixth. Under Neville Budge each member of the side contributed bis sbare towards its success. The team has become a very formidable opposition, and should continue to do well in the coming season. We had boped to make use of the Dew grounds on tbe Hawthorndene Estate this season, but we trust next season will see us causing tbis fallow field to ring with the sound of ball on bat. Mr. Alf. Morris took over the coaching of the 2nd XI, releasing Mr. John Gardener to replace Mr. Doug. Thomson in the Under IS department. Messrs. Tom Reddick and Jack Newman guided our boys through the season with their invaluable advice and encouragement. Mr. W. E. Bowden returned to the task of steering his Under BA side to successes, which augurs well for the future of the School's cricket. Mr. "Keet" Pretorius's Under 12 of last year contributed considerably to the success of this year's Under 13 side. The following awards were made: Blues: M. Bowditch, H. Spiers. Colours: B. Michel, W. Foster, T. Johnson, B. Gibbons, M. Giles, M. Bowditch, H. Spiro, G. Peiser, N. Budge and A. Kriegler. Andy Kriegler was presented with the Anderson bat for contributing most unselfishly to the success of his side. The Old Boys' Junior Bat was presented to Geof. Johnson, and the Senior Bat to Michael Bowditch. Young was presented with a bat for making a century, and Macrae for taking eight wickets in an innings. We noticed the names of K. Heldsinger, F. Bing, M. Richardson, D. Louwand J. Burt amongst tbe various Western Province sides which were chosen during the season, and R. G~lb was the wicket-keeper for the Boland side. We hope to see young Ivor Savage's name included amongst those names next season. We would congratulate him on being awarded the most improved Juniors award for the Claremont Cricket Club. Some 26 of our Old Boys are actively engaged in first division cricket each week, a very commendable record indeed.

SUMMARY OF 1 st XI GAMES October 1960 to March 1961 Vs. Bishops (friendly). The first game of the season was played against Bishops. Bishops, batting first, recovered from 19 for 5 wickets to 167 all out (Gibbons 3/32). The School started well but collapsed and were all out for] 23 (Budge 45, Johnson 30). Thus Bishops won by 44 runs. Vs. W.P. Wednesday Xl (friendly). The School, batting first on tbe Newlands wicket, scored 179 for 6 declared (Johnson 51*). The Wednesday XI were dismissed for 91 (Morkel 3/9, Michell 3/36). The School won by 88 runs. Vs. U.C.T. U.C.T. scored 216 all out on the School wicket (Morkel 6/26 bowled well). The School were dismIssed for 127 (Budge 48). Batting again, U.C.T. declared at 76/4, leaving the School 75 mins. to

UNDER 15A CRICKET ELEVEN Back Row: R. Groenewald, S. Eddy, E. Pieksma. Middle Row: R. Sladen, M. Lamb, J. Newman, B. Mawman, B. Gottschalk.

R. Smith, Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), M. Ronaldsou (Captain), Mr. J. B. Gardener (Master-in-Charge), M. Rennie.

Front Row:

score 165 runs. At the close the School were 93/7. U.CT. won on the first innings by 89 runs.

in an exciting finish. Rondebosch thus won on the first innings by 48 runs. Vs. Liesbeeck Park. Liesbeeck Park scored 137 in their first innings (Kriegler 5/25). School replied with 101 (Johnson 32, Budge 31). Liesbeeck Park were dismissed for 98 in tbeir second innings (Micbell 4/22). The School, needing 135 to win, faltered badly and were dismissed for 47 (Michell 12).

Ys. WP. Wednesday Xl (friendly). The School scored 194/6 declared (Foster batted well, scoring 100*, and was supported by Johnson 61). The Wednesday Xl were dismissed for 121 (Michell 5/51). The School won by 73 rum.

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R.B.H.S.

Vs. Somerset West. Somerset West totalled 170 in their first innings (Kriegler 4/41). The School replied with 117 (Kriegler 31). Somerset West scored 120/8 declared (Napier 3/4, Cook 3/51). Tbe School, needing 174 in an hour, scored 111/5. Somerset West won on the first innings by 53 runs.

Batting first, the School were dismissed f.or 106 (Budge 38. Spiro 19). Rondebosch replied with 154 (Morkel 5/42, Michell 3/28). In their second innings the School scored 217 (Foster 79, Peiser 27,Spiro 25). Rondebosch, set to score 169 in 96 mins., failed by one run for the loss of 2 wickets 63

the School suffered in the second half of the season. Vs. Techs. The School were dismissed for 100 (peiser 31). Techs replied with 107 (Cook 7/48 bowled well). The Scbool scored 192/8 declared in their second innings (Spiro gave an excellent display of batting, scoring 73, and was supported by Budge 32 and Kriegler 23). Thanks to a devastating spell of fast bowling by Whitfield (5/30), Techs were dismissed for 70. The School therefore won by 115 runs. Vs. The Old Boys. The School were sent in to bat on a damp wicket, but scored 218/8 declared (Spiro 57, Bowditch 31). Olivier bowled well for the Old Boys, taking 3/50. The Old Boys were dismissed for 188 (Cook 6/57). The main run-getters for the Old Boys were R. Giles 48 and Bruce Anderson 29. The School won by 30 runs. Vs. Forces. Forces were dismissed for 35 (Cook 6/85). The School replied witb 129/6 declared (Spiro 34, Schwab 28). Forces were dismissed a second time for 76 (Whitfield 4/24). Tbe School tbus won by an innings and 18 runs in one afternoon. Vs. Forces (friendly). The School scored 208/8 declared (Bowditch 78, Budge 63). Forces replied with 102 (Bowditch 3/3). The School won by 106 runs, scoring their 208 in 117 mins. Vs. Alma. Batting first in the last match of the season, the School scored 125 (Giles 31, Spiro 28). Alma re路 plied with 130/7 declared (Whitfield 4/36). In their second innings the School declared at 120/8 (Giles 27, Bowditcb 27). Alma were dismissed for 109 i n the last over of tbe match (Budge 4/24, Kriegler 3/31). The School won by 6 runs. Highest Total Ave. Score Jnns. N.O. 28.9 347 99 1 T. Johnson 13 23.6 495 68 1 N. Budge 22 307 21.9 100* 1 W. Foster 15 20.9 500 78 3 M. Bowditch 27 452 18.1 73 2 H. Spiro 27 18.0 415 40 4 M. Giles 27 15.54 202 64 o L. Schwab 13 168 15.27 39* 3 D. Whitfield 14 50 208 13.9 o B. Michell 15 24* 90 12.5 2 G. Johnson 10 212 46* 12.47 2 A. Kriegler 19 246 1 31 9.46 G. Peiser 27 * Indicates Not Out.

SCHOOLS WEEK Vs. Country. Batting first, School scored 210/6 declared in even time (Bowditch 50, Kriegler 46*, Giles 40). Country were dismissed for 73 (Kriegler taking 6/13 bowled well). The School won therefore by 137 runs. Vs. Bishops. Bishops, scoring fast, declared at 207/9 (Kriegler 7/63 again bowled well). The School side was in trouble from the start, and were dismissed for 148 (Mic hell 50, Spiro 26, Gibbons 21). Bishops won by 59 runs. Vs. Rondebosch. Rondebosch, batting first, scored 196 (Kriegler 7/89). The School faltered, and at the close were 90/8 (Bowditch 24*). The game ended in a draw. Vs. S.A.C.S. After a bad start the School recovered, thanks to a good third wicket partnership of 160 in 101 mins. by Johnson (99) and Schwab (68). The School declared at 225/5, scored in 178 mins. S.A.C.S. were dismissed for 128 (Kriegler 4/35, Bowditch 4/19). The School won by 97 runs.

1961 Vs. Wynberg Club. In the first game of the year the School batted first and scored 137 (Bowditch 36, Peiser 2J). Wynberg Club replied with 89 (Cook 7/19 bowled well). Rain washed out play on the second week, and thus the School won on the first innings by 48 runs. Vs. Banks (friendly). Banks batted first and scored 124 (Kriegler 4/36). The School were left 90 mins. and, thanks to a hard hit 34* (including 4 sixes) by Whitfield, won by 2 wickets. Vs. Pinelands. The School scored 149 in their first innings (Spiro 49, Schwab 27). Pinelands were dismissed for 119, thanks to a good spell of bowling by Kriegler 6/21. The School totalled 128 in their second innings (Whitfield 39, Budge 33, Spiro 20). Pinelands, set to score 159, were dismissed for 134 (Cook 6/24, Kriegler 3/50). The School won by 25 runs. Vs. W.P. Wednesday Xl (friendly). Scoring fast, the School scored 200/7 declared (Budge 57, Spiro 49, Bowditch 30). The Wednesday XI got the required runs for the loss of 5 wickets (Jack Burt, Jnr., an Old Boy of the School, scored 45*). 410 runs were scored in an afternoon and the W.P. Wednesday XI won an enjoyable game. This was tbe only defeat that

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1st Xl's Captain's Remarks

14.6 15.6

The success of the team is due to the hard work exercised by our coaches, Messrs. Reddick and Mathew. Their advice was taken and their keenness followed by every member of the team, and we hope that we shall reward their hard work in the forthcoming season.

16.8 30.4 30.8

We should like to extend our thanks to Messrs. Whitfield, Napier, Budge, Spiro and Johnson, who have attended our matches regularly and given us excellent support.

Stumped 17

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NEVILLE

UNDER 13A CRICKET ELEVEN Baltom Row (left to right): Q. Rookledge, Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), D. Powell, Mr. A. Lorie (Principal), C. Stephens. Top Row (left to right): E. Merrifield, D. Chapman, B. Watson, R. Katz, P. West, M. Emms, J. Hendrikse.

BUDGE.

2nd XI

4th XI

With the commencement of the new year, five 2nd XI members were promoted to the 1st XI. The captaincy also changed hands, P. Fabricius taking over from L. Schwab. The side played five games and lost one, drew two and won two, losing to Bishops 2nd XI narrowly. The bowling and fielding were of a high standard, but batting lacked depth. With the improvement shown towards tbc end of last term, we look forward to an enjoyable term of cricket.

The 4th Team had a very successful season, winning ten matches out of eleven played. The eleventh match was drawn with Techs 1st XI. The team spirit was excellent throughout the season and the team was very well led by N. Thomas during the first half and by A. Clarke during the second half of the season. N. Thomas and A. Clarke were the most consistent bowlers, and they were responsible for taking most of the wickets.

BAITING

AVERAGES Inns. H.S. Total 14 48 268 7 59 98 14 48 184

Ave. 19.1 14.0 13.1

BOWLING AVERAGES Overs Runs Wkts. 131 14 P. Watson 47 14 167 B. Nel 64 132 9 P. Fabricius 34 71 4 I. Evans 25

Ave. 9.3 1l.9 14.7 17.7

P. Fabricius F. "Kleinman 1. Evans

The team wishes to thank Mr. Gilmore, who coached them for tbe first half of tbe season, and Mr. von Hoesslin, who was their coach during the second part of the season. Vs. Techs 1st Xl on 22/10/60. Wynberg 40/9. Techs 119f7 (Lewis 43). Match drawn. Vs. Rondebosch 5th XI on 29/10/60. Wynberg 89 (Harmer 30). R.B.H.S. 74 (Broster 23 n.o.). Won by 15 runs.

P. L. FABRICLUS.

Vs. St. Joseph's 2nd Xl on 5/11/60. Wynberg 46/4 (Harmer 14 n.o.). St. Joseph's 43. Won by 6 wkts.

3rd XI The Third team started the first term of this year with a successful win against Gen. Botha 1st Team by scoring at the rate of two runs a minute in order to win. The Third team played five first teams from other schools and only one second team, playing six, losing five and winning one. The standard of the first teams against which the third team played was much bigher than the standard of the past few years. BATTING B. Clarke M. Fourie K. Harmer J. Whitehouse

AVERAGES Inns. N.O. Runs 2 1 107 2 0 22 5 0 46 6 0 55

AVERAGES Wkts. Runs I. Whitehouse 10 87 N. Thomas .. .. Il 121 S. Trott 4 62 K. Harmer 6 103 J. Sternslow bowled once, taking 4/32.

Vs. S.A.C.S. 4th Xl on 12/11/60. Wynberg 60 (peggs 20). S.A.C.s. 54. Won by 6 runs. Vs. Sea Point 2nd XI on 9/11/60. Wynberg 72/5. Sea Point 71. Won by 5 wkts.

Ave. 107 11 9.2 9.2

Vs. Lansdowne 3rd Xl on 4/2/6l. Wynberg 40/1. Lansdowne 37. Won by 9 wkts. Vs. Bishops 4th Xl on 18/2/6l. Wynberg 101/8. Bishops 98. Won by 2 wkts.

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Ave. 8.7 11.0 15.5 17.1

Vs. Herzlia 1st Xl on 21 /2/6l. Wynberg 121/4. Herzlia 51. Won by 70 runs.

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12A CRICKET

ELEVEN

Front Row: J. Rogers. Mr. K. Pretorius (Mastcr-in-Charge), J. Fine (Capt.), Mr. A. Lorie (Principal), E. De Swardt. Second Row: N. Mathew, M. Dewar, W. Mildenhall, D. Williams, I). Gilrnour. Back Row: A. Lawson, P. Cronje, N. Gow, M. McClurg.

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1st XI on 11/3/61.

62/8. Bergvliet 58. Won by 2 wkts.

Mr. G. E. B. von Hoesslin, who coached the team in tbe 1960 part of the season, took over tbe

Ys. SA.C.s.

4th XI in 1961 accompanied by most of his team. Mr. A. G. Driessen took over the coacbing of the team, and under his guidance and assistance it welded into a good side.

4th Xl on. 18/3/61.

Wynberg 109. S.A.C.S. 31. Won by 78 runs.

1961 Vs. Sea Point. Wynberg 124/6 decl. (Rennie 56 n.o., Smith 37). Sea Point 69 (Gottschalk 3/3). Wynberg won by 55 runs.

RESULTS Beat Lost Beat Lost Beat Beat Beat Beat Lost Beat Beat Beat Beat

Bishops 6th by 3 wickets. to Muizenberg 2nd by 5 wickets. Westerford 3rd by 6 wickets. to Fish Hoek by 50 runs. Tygerberg Ist by 37 runs. Sea Point 3rd by 10 wickets. Herzlia 2nd by 6 runs. S.A.C.S. by 8 runs. to C.B.C. by 6 runs. Simonstown by 9 wickets. Fish Hoek by 7 wickets. Muizenberg by 46 runs. Westerford by 9 wickets. A. F. CLARKE.

AVERAGES Batting Inns. N.O. 1 Jenkins ................. 6 Watson, L. ............ 3 0 M. Bowling O. 22 Clarke, A. B....... 69.5 5 20.1 Patterson ...............

1960 H.S. Total 52 31* 26 23 R. Wkts. 34 136 10 50

AVERAGES Inns. N.O. Batting 0 Gilham ..................... 3 I Bender ....................3 M. O. Bowling 21.0 5 Sherwin 11 Macrae .......... ......38.4

1961 H.S.

Under 15

lOO 25 R. 34 92 II

Total 155 38 Wkts. 14 23

Vs. Bishops. Wynberg 47 (Lamb 16) and 52. Bishops 71/7 decl. (Mawman 3/11) and 29/4. Wynberg .lost by 6 wickets. Vs. Rondebosch. Rondebosch 126/9 decl. (Gottschalk 3/28). Wynberg 79 (Ronaldson 15). Wynberg lost by 47 runs. Vs. St. Joseph's. Wynberg 125 (Lamb 74, Gottschalk 18). St. Joseph's 66 (Gottschalk 6/20). Wynberg won by 59 runs. Vs. SA.C.S. Wynberg 59 (Groenewald 16, Sladen 15) and 88 (Lamb 18, Mawman 18). S.A.C.S. 60 (Gottschalk 4/18, Groenewald 4/27) and 89/8 (Gottschalk 3/25). Wynberg .lost by 2 wickets.

Ave. 10.4 8.6 Ave. 4 5 Ave. 51.7 19.0 Ave. 2.4 4

The Under 15 A of 1960 bade a reluctant fare路 well to Mr. D. H. Thomson. They gave him a good quarter's cricket to take away in his memory with him. We send him greetings and gratitude. Venturesome batting and declarations brought a reward of keen fielding and close finishes. Well led by Geoffrey Johnson, the team relied on all路 round performances by many good players. The attack was well路equipped for all circumstances, while the batting was defiant and workmanlike. In 1961 the side took on a new look. While most of the team suffer from a Jack of ounces and inches, there is much sound technique and keen路 ness. Gottschalk's bowling and Lamb's batting have been things to rely upon. Ronaldson's captaincy bas been aggressive and purposeful. Results have been gratifying in tbe circumstances, for against both Bishops and Rondebosch, highly rated sides, our ship foundered on the resistance of one batsman. The Bishops game was one of sensational collapses by both sides. The ending to the S.A.C.S. match was very close. Once again this report must suffer by having to be written before a final verdict on this team can be given. Perhaps by the time it is read, our middle batsmen will have produced the scores that will make this a good side. Our thanks go as ever to Mr. Reddick for his perceptive coaching.

1960 Vs. S.A.C.s. flA".

Wynberg 112. S.A.C.S. 109 (Trott 3/8). Wynberg won by 3 runs. Vs. Rondebosch. Rondebosch 114 (Hobbs 3/43) and 100/6 decl. (Watson 4/26). Wynberg 116 (Johnson 36, Sternslow 23) and 40/ I (Johnson 22 n.o.). Match drawn. Vs. SA.C.S. "B". Wynberg 130/6 decl. (Goosen 34, Sternslow 32, Johnson 25). S.A.C.S. 119 (Trott 5/38). Wynberg won by 11 runs. Vs. Sea Point. Wynberg 115/7 decl. (Sternslow 36, Kleinman 30 n.o.). Sea Point 39 (Hobbs 6/16, Watson 4/17). Wynberg won by 76 runs. 68

Under 15 liB" The 1960/61 season was a most enjoyable, if DOt too successful, season for the Under 15 B. :be side was ably led by Fagin (1960) and Haytread (61). When one considers that the side played in the A Division and that most of their performances were against other schools' A teams, results do not reflect a true picture of the 's strength. The best performance in 1960 was the beating Observatory A by 101 tuns, whilst, in the 1961 n, the match against R.B.H.S. 'B' proved to lie the team's best effort. The most successful batsman in the 1960 side was P. Smith, while the best bowler was undoubtedly Groenewald. In the 1961 side Lamb JII"Oved to be most successful with the bat, while Williams was always among the wickets.

Vs. R.B.H.S. B on 25/2/61. W.B.H.S. 113 (Tatham 25, Turvey 21, Hay tread 19). R.B.H.S. 99/7. Match drawn. E. HOPKINS. Under 15 "C" VS. Bishops C on 22/10/60. Bishops 11 for 4 wkts (rain stopped play). Vs. Rondebosch D on 29/10/60. Wynberg 128 (Cann 44, Van Dijk 23). Rondebosch 84 (Williams 5 wkts. for 13 runs). Won by 44 runs. Vs. Rondebosch C on 5/11 /60. Wynberg 50 (Gottschalk 19). Rondebosch 52 for 3 wkts. Lost by 7 wkts.

RESULTS Ys. St. Joseph's A 011 22/10/60. W.B.H.S.65 (Heller 24). St. Joseph's 66/1. Lost by 9 wickets. Ys. S.A.C.s. B on 29/10/60. W.B.H.S.45 (Rennie 18). S.A.C.S. 47/2. Lost by 8 wickets. Ys.R.B.H.s. B on 5/11/60 and 12/11/60. W.B.H.S. (Ist innings) 116 (Sladen 22, Heller 17, P. Smith 21). l.B.H.S. (Ist innings) 104 (Groenewald 5/45). W.B.H.S.(2nd innings) 50 (p. Smith 15). l.B.H.S. (2nd innings) 159 (Groenewald 7/61). Lost by 97 runs. Ys.Sea Point A on 19/11/60. W.B.H.S.57 (p. Smith 14). Sea Point A 58/8 (Groenewald 3/ 10). lost by 2 wickets. Ys. O.B.H.s. A on 26/11/60. W.B.H.S. 152 (Geldenhuys 40, Lamb 27, P. Smith 15). O.B.H.S. 51 (Newman 5/10). Won by 101 runs.

Vs. SA.C.S. Con 19/11/60. S.A.C.S. 62 (Cann 6 wkts. for 19 runs). Wynberg 35 (Standley 18). Lost by 27 runs. Vs. Camps Bay H.S. Olt 26/ 11/60. Camps Bay 52 (Erasmus 4 wkts. for 0 runs, Martin 3 wkts. for 20 runs). Wynberg 53 for 7 wkts. (Koekemoer 14, Macrae 14). Won by 3 wkts. Vs. Rondebosch C on 11/2/61. Wynberg 47 (Grundwek 14). Rondebosch 48 for 5 wkts. Lost by 5 wkts. Vs. Bishops D on 18/2/61. Bishops 113 for 4 wkts (dec.). Wynberg 52 (Green 13). Lost by 61 runs. Vs. C.B.C. on 25/2/61. Wynberg 71 for 7 wkts. (dec.) (Heritage 27, Kyritsis 16). e.B.e. 72 for 5 wkts. (Deeley 4 wkts. for 17 runs). Lost by 5 wkts.

FIRST TERM 1961 Ys.R.B.H.s. B on 4/2/61. W.B.H.S. 54 (Lamb 27 n.o.). l.B.H.S. 36 (Williams 5/2). Won by 18 runs. Ys. Bishops Bon 11 and 18/2/61. W.B.H.S. (1st innings) 22. Bishops(1st innings) 147 (Mawman 3/29). W.B.H.S. (2nd innings) 58. Lost by innings and 67 runs.

Vs. Plumstead H.S. on 18/3/61. Wynberg 49. Plumstead 50 for 2 wkts. Lost by 8 wkts. Vs. Camps Bay H.s. on 25/3/61. Camps Bay 36 (Dreday 7 wkts. for 24 runs, Haupt 3 wkts. for 7 runs). Wynberg 38 for 7 wkts. (Payne 12). Won by 3 wkts. 69

Under 13 "A"

Under 15 "D"

VS. Bishops on 22/10/60.

The Under 15Ddid not have a very successful season, only winning one match out of five. The batting of the side was not consistent, although there were some good individual scores, e.g. Frank's 28 against Bishops "0" and Bunting's 25 against Bergvliet. The side was captained first by Bloch and later by Seftel. Thanks are due to our coach Mr. Hurter for his coaching and umpiring in matches. B.S. BATTING

AVERAGES

Innings Bunting ........ ... 3 .............. - ......... 2 Kyritsis .................. 2 Saevitzon Frank .............................. 5 ................ 5 Cann ................ 5 Seftel Klinger ........................ 5

Klinger Seftel Frank Bunting Jones

Wynberg 130 for 4 dec. (G. Fine 54, B. Gottschalk 50). Bishops 135/7 (Callanan 3/38). Won by 3 wkts.

Vs. St. Jose ph's on 29/10/60. Wynberg 110 all out (Gottschalk 52, Pieksma St. Joseph's 111 for 7 (Gottschalk 4/35). Lost by 3 wkts.

Vs. SA.c.s.

N.O. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

BOWLING Overs Maids. 1 4 13 40 37 9 8 18 3

on 3/11/60.

Wynberg 81 all out (Gottschalk S.A.C.S. 82/5 (Sparks 2/16). Lost by 5 wkts.

1st TERM 1961 Highest Total Score Runs Ave. 38 12.66 25 22 11.00 16 7.00 14 9 6.40 28 32 5.80 15 29 21 4.20 tt 3.80 19 8

28).

38, Pieksma

18).

Vs. Bishops on 12/11/60. Wynberg 53 all out (D. Knight 14) . Bishops 43 all out (B. Mawman 6/19) . Won by 10 runs . Vs. R.B.H.s. on 17 /lI /60 . Wynberg 43 all out (Haupt 18 n.o.) . R.B.H.S. 47/0 . Lost by 10 wkts.

Vs. C.B.C. on 24/11/60. Wkts. 4 16 12 2 4

Runs 12 77 80 24 48

Wynberg 89/6 dec. (Pieksma 26, Gottschalk C.B.C. 31 all out (Mawman 4/4). Won by 58 runs.

Ave. 3.00 4.81 6.66 12.00 12.00

17).

Vs. R.B.P.s. on 2/2/61. Wynberg 68 all out (Powell 14, Stephens R.B.P.S. 56/8 (B. Watson 4/17). Match drawn.

RESULTS

18).

Vs. Rondebosch "D" on 4/2/61.

Vs. St. Joseph's on 9/2/61.

Wynberg 28 (Cann 6, Klinger 5). Rondebosch 28/9 (Jones 4/15, Frank 2/4). Lost by 1 wkt.

St. Joseph's 70 all out (Powell 3/5, Katz 3/11). Wynberg 80/2 (Rookledge 50, Powell 17). Won by 8 wkts.

"c" on 11/2/61. Wynberg 59 (Kyritsis 16, Cann S.A.C.S. 61/5 (Seftel 2/ (7). Lost by 5 wkts.

3/5,

Seftel

Vs. Observatory on 16/1/61. Wynberg 159/2 dec. (Powell 74, Stephens Observatory 18 all out (B. Watson 8/10). Won by 141 runs.

Vs. SA.C.s.

15, SettellI).

Vs. Bishops on 18/2/61. Bishops 146/4 (B. Watson 3/48). Wynberg 151/2 (Rook ledge 92, Stephens Watson 24). Won by 8 wkts.

Vs. Bishops "D" on 25/2/61. Wynberg 55 (Frank 28). Bishops 55/6 (Bunting 2/12, Lost by 4 wkts.

Settel

48).

3/22).

43, B.

Vs. Bergvliet "A" on 18/3/61.

Vs. R.B.H.S. on 23/2/61.

Wynberg 77 (Bunting 25, Cann 11, Saevitzon Bergvliet 74 (Settel 5/17, Frank 5/19). Won by 3 runs.

Wynberg 53 all out (Stephens 16, Powell 13). R.B.H.S. 41/7 (B. Watson 2/5, Stephens 217)路 Match drawn.

Vs. Bishops

9).

Vs. R.B.P.s. on 9/3/61.

"c" on 25/3/61.

Wynberg 32 (Saevitzon 5). Bishops 34/6 then 66 all out (SeHei 4/20, 3/19, Klinger 3/(2).

Wynberg 82/8 (Stephens 30, Powell R.B.P.S. 28/3 (B. Watson 2/11). Match drawn.

Frank

17).

Ys. W.P.P.S. on 16/3/61.

Vs. Simonstown

Wynberg 217/0 (Rookledge 111 n.o., Powell 90 n.o.) W.P.P.S. 96/8 (RookJ.edge 4/22, Stephens 2/37). Match drawn.

Simonstown 8 all out (Mundell 3/3, De Swardt 2/1). Wynberg 8/0. Won by 10 wkts.

Ys. St. Joseph's on 24/3/61.

Rookledge $tephens Powell

Powell B. Watson Stephens Stephens

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111 *

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6 27 11

Wynberg 14).

13 B team played

11 matches,

36 all out (Shaw Won by 27 runs.

Ave. 60 54 46.8

n.o., Bartholomew

5/17,

Mundell

4/11).

Vs. R.B.P.S. on 16/2/61.

Ave. 4,8 5.1 10.7 12.5

Wynberg 60 all out (Cronje 30). R.B.P.S. 16 all out (Shaw 8/4). Won by 44 runs.

Vs. Plumstead H.S. on 23/2/61. Wynberg 100/5 dec. (Shaw 44, Bairstow Plumstead H.s. 20 all out (Shaw 8/2, 2/15). Won by 80 runs.

won

Batting: Bartbolomew,

Sha w, G ronje, M undeU put up some quite good performances, but the batting of the whole side caused its downfall on several occasions. Bowling: Here Shaw must be singled out, Mundell also doing very well. O. M.O. R. W. Shaw 50 18 63 30 Mundell ·.· 50 18 91 17 Ys. Simonstown 13A on 20/10/60. Simonstown 91!7 dec. (T. Watson 3/20). Wynberg 49/6 (H. Bartholomew 14 n.o.). Match drawn. Ys. Rondebosch 13B on 31/10/60. Rondebosch 116/9 dec. (R. Imrie 3/24). Wynberg 52 all out. Lost by 64 runs. Ys. Claremont BA on 10/11/60. Oaremont 83/6 (D. Gauld 3/24). Wynberg 32 all out (G. Bunting 17). Lost by 51 runs. Ys. R.B.H.s. on 16/11/60. Wynberg 70/9 dec. (H. Jones 12, Gauld Il, Bunting 10). R.B.H.S. 44 all out (Gauld 7/23). Won by 28 runs. Ys. Golden Grove 13A on 24/11/60. Wynberg 49 aU out (Tatham 18). Golden Grove 52/3. Lost by 7 wkts. ·u.u

Mildenhall

Vs. Monterey 1st Xl on 14/2/61. Wynberg 59 all out. Monterey 53/9 (Shaw 7/19). Match drawn.

S, lost 3 and drew 3.

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63/6 dec. (Mundell38

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Under 13 "B" The Under

4/2,

Vs. CB.C. on 8/2/61.

Wynberg 172/5 (powell 62, Stephens 55). St. Joseph's 21 all out (B. Watson 6/6). Won by 151 runs . BAITING Inns. N.O. 7 2 7 3 8 2

on 2/2/61.

15 n.o.). Mundell

Vs. CB.c. on 15/3/61. Wynberg 56 all out (Probyn 18). C.B.C. 44/6 (Mundell 3/21). Match drawn.

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Bowling: Haupt: 7 112 (vs. Aliwal Rd.). 6/14 (vs. Grove Primary). Engelke: 4/3 (vs. Grove Primary). SeHel: 5!7 (vs. Plumstead Primary). Van der Horn: 5/6 (including a hat Marsh Memorial).

Bat/ing: Haupt: 56 n.o. (vs. Grove Primary). Raymond: 32 n.o. (vs. S.A.C.S.) and 33 (vs. Alpha Primary). In general the team's standard of play was, to put it kindly, unpredictable. However, if prowess with bat and ball was disappointing, there was at least a hearteningly greater observance of the niceties of backing up, correct calling, walking in with the bowling, etc., which make such a difference to the appearance of a team on the field.

score 61 for an outright win, but the batting faltered badly, and at close of play we were 48 for 8, Johnson being top scorer with 11. The School won on the first innings.

Under 12 "A" The Under 12A team played 17 matches during the 1960-61 season. winning Il and drawing 6. Top scorers were: Total Average D. J. M. B. N. J.

Powell Fine Dewar Watson Gow . Rogers

Bowlers: E. de Swardt B. Watson .. N.Gow R. Katz E. Merrifield P. Gilmour

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Inter-House The A. N. Holrnes Cup winning house at cricket.

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329 315 195 124 107 105

36 24 16 15 15 15

Overs 113 77 73 46 28 48

Wickets 33 23 25 22 17 18

Sunday the 24th was an exciting day as far as sight-seeing went. In the morning the team went to Oudtshoorn Methodist Church, and from there we went directly to the world-famous Cango Caves. In the afternoon and evening we were the guests of Mr. R. W. Groenewald of Ezeljacht, a renowned farmer of the George district. A superb braaivleis was held, and the boys enjoyed them· selves thoroughly. Victor Cook was heard at his best here, and during the stay at Ezeljacht there was seldom a moment when the team were not laughing at him. We returned to Oudtshoorn to have an early night, in anticipation of the strenu· ous games of cricket we had ahead of us. On Monday morning the Oudtshoorn Boys' High won the toss, and put the School in to bat. Thanks to some attacking batting by Giles (52), Johnson (38), and Whitfield (29), the School were all out for 145. The Oudtshoorn Boys' High were all out for 78, Kriegler taking 3 for 28, and Napier 3 for 5.

Cricket was presented

to the

Final Positions: De Waal Wellington Rhodes Van Riebeeck

22 17 13 8

In their second innings the School declared at 52 for 1, Giles having made 22 and Budge 26 not out. This left the Oudtshoorn Boys' High 120 runs to get for an outright victory. At the close of play they were 86 for 4, Cook bowling well to take 4 for 38. This gave the School a first innings win.

THE 1 st XI TOUR OF OUDTSHOORN 1961

After the game Mr. Gardener presented Mr. Kleyn, the Principal of the Oudtshoorn Boys' High, with "The Story of a School". Mr. Kleyn said that he hoped further tours between the two schools would take place, and that the Oudts· hoorn Boys' High would be able to come and tour Wynberg in the not-too-distant future.

The touring party, consisting of three cars, left the School early on Friday morning to reach Oudtshoorn late in the afternoon. On our arrival at Oudtshoorn we were welcomed by Mr. Maree, who arranged the tour and accommodation for the team during their stay at Oudtshoorn. The first game of the tour was played on Saturday, the 23rd. The fixture previously arranged was against the Oudtshoorn Cricket Club, but, owing to the lack of fields, the School played against the Oudtshoorn Defence at the Garrison field. Our hosts won the toss and elected to bat, but were soon in trouble against some good fast bowling by Whitfield, who took 5 for 19, and were all out for 85. An opening stand of 39 by Budge (33) and Giles (22) paved the way for a first innings lead over the Defence. Johnson (12) was the only other batsman to reach double figures. The School declared at 87 for 6. Defence batted again, and sportingly declared at 62 for 6, Cook taking 4 for 26. This left the School to

On Monday evening the School side was taken to the local cinema by the Oudtshoorn Boys' High School. The third and last game of the tour was played on Tuesday the 26th against South Western Dis· tricts Schools at the Garrison field. The School was sent in to bat after losing the toss, and Budge and Giles batted excellently, the opening partner· ship realising 133 runs. Giles made 85, while Budge, his steady partner, made 48. Other bats· men to make scores were Whitfield (41 not out), Schwab (35) and Bowditch (29). The School de· clared at 270 for 7, giving the opposing side the same amount of time to get the runs as we had.

South Western Districts were bowled out for bowling well to take 5 for 25, and 4 for 7. Tbe School thus won by 176 runs. the game Mr. Maree was presented witb a badge carved in wood, in appreciation of had done to make this and the previous such successes. Wednesday morning the team said their sad and left Oudtshoorn. It was decided, â&#x20AC;˘ to visit the Highgate Ostrich farm, and, being hown around by Mr. McIntyre, an Boy of the School, the team visited the showthe farm, where many souvenirs were

Chairman: L. Savadier. Commilfee Members: li Levenbach, J. Hume, D. Momsen, G. Pasvolsky. Tbe club has had a most successful season, a record number of boys joining, and tbe keenness shown has been very encouraging. The interschools championship was not held this year, but a very enjoyable match was played against the Wynberg Girls' High School.

o'clock we left for Cape Town and home at 5 p.m. a tired team, glad to be The Oudtshoorn hospitality and friendlihowever, will be remembered for a long to come. The entire team would like to express their sinthanks to Mr. Mathew, Mr. Gardener, Mr. and Mr. Whitfield for organising and protransport for the tour, and making it tbe it was, although these things may have forgotten in the heat of the day and the I~tcit.~mc~ntof the game. B.N.

There was an exceptionally large entry for the School championship, with Bass and Savadier reaching the Finals, which was won by Bass. An encouraging aspect is the large number of boys from the Junior classes wbo are showing a great interest in developing their table tennis. On behalf of the committee and all other members I should like to thank Mr. Smuts very much for the great interest wbich be has shown in the Club. L.S.

1961

Ma.ller-inCharge: Mr. J. Mathew. Chairman: H. Wolft. Vice-Chairman: M. Aitken. Secretary: A. Nathan. Committee: T. Zabow, A. Brock. Once again the club can look back upon a very lalCCC:ssf'ul year. Attendances have been unusually although there has been a noticeable lack junior members, especially from Std. 6. On March 14th a party of boys travelled to West and were the guests of the A.E. C.I. factory and a very pleasant day was wandering round the worksbops. On April 21st Dr. Barnard gave us an insight ioto the "open" heart operation by means of a

film and colour slides, during the showing of which the audience turned a queer shade of green, and hastily excused themselves. Films of various topics have been shown throughout the year, and our thanks are extended to tbe Shell and Caltex film libraries. On July 4th the American Consul was kind enough to give us the "short" on Alan Shepard's space flight. We are pleased to hear of the formation of tbe High Schools' Science Association and wish Professor Singer the best of luck for the future. Finally, I should like to thank all those boys who have helped to make this year tbe success that it has been. A. NATHAN.

This page sponsored by Maskew Miller Ltd., cor. Burg & Castle Streets, Cape Town. 73

SWIMMING TEAM C. Goodman, G. Bunting, B. Nielson, M. Emms, C. Wolf, V. Kempton-Jones, F. Specter, C. Searle. Second Row (lefIlo righl) : G. Hare, Mr. K. Strauss (Coach), R. Solomon, Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), M. Anderson (Capt.), Mr. E. Gredley (Coach), D. Richardson (V.-Capt.), Mr. D. S. Sieberhagen (Master-in-Charge), P. Good. Third Row (left to right): A. EuvTard, B. Searle, M. Knight, M. Reynolds, T. Hunt, H. Green, C. Hay tread, A. BUTton. Back Row (Iefl to right): H. Potash, A. Turvey, M. McCullagh, D. Momsen, D. Michaels, K. Kingma, r. Levin, M. Lamb, M. English, C. Tatham, M. NolI. FroIlI

Row (left

lo righl) : G. Hammond,

Swinuninfj in Rome. Neville Hayes holds the world record for the 220 yards butterfly, and our boys were thrilled to see him in action. It may interest our readers to know that the Konrads were the youngest swimmers ever to establish world records, John at tbe age of 15. and Ilsa at 13. Jobn is an accomplished tennis player, whilst Usa is equally good at bockey. Tbey were born in Latvia, and left that country witb their mother when they were still very young. In 1946 they settled in Australia, near Sydney, wbere John contracted polio. Under the watchful eye of John Talbot they started their swimming careers. It has been found tbat tbe Konrads bave bigger hearts than the average person, which enables them to pump more blood and oxygen than is

The Annual Inter-House Swimming Gala was held on the 17th March, and was won by Rhodes House. A feature of this Gala was the appearance of members of the Australian Olympic Games Swimming Team, who had been invited to come and train in our bath. Everybody present was thrilled to see them give a demonstration of their training methods. Their Coach, Mr. Holland, introduced the swimmers and told us that John Konrads was the holder of the world records for the 400, 800 and 1,500 metres and the 220, 440, 880 and 1,650 yards. His sister lisa holds the women's world records for the 440, 880 and 1,650 yards. The third member of the team was Jan Hogan, who was placed fifth in her 200 metres breaststroke heat

normally the case. This is partly the explanation of their wonderful stamina. The rest is dedication to a sport where only intensive training will bring results. In the first Inter-School Gala of the 1961 Season, Bishops beat us into second place in the Bleague, with Paarl Boys' High taking third place. However, in the second meeting, Wynberg turned the tables, the result being as follows: 1. Wynberg 75 2. Bishops 67 3. Pinelands 34 4. Herzlia 20 5. Muizenberg 3 6. Westerford 3 Our congratulations go to G. Hare and P. Good for being the first Wynberg boys to qualify for Colour Awards in Swimming. Hare swam the Under 19 100 yards Free-style in 62.4 seconds and the 100 yards Backstroke in 75.5 seconds, whilst

Left to Right:

Good did 83.2 seconds in the 100 yards Breaststroke. The Colour and Blue Times, which are only for Under 19 events, are as follows: Colour Blue 100 yards Freestyle ..".,."."". 63.0 59.0 220 yards Freestyle ",,""'" 2 min./40.0 2 min./30.0 100 yards Breaststroke ",," 85.0 75.0 220 yards Breaststroke 3 min.flO.O 2 min./58.0 100 yards Backstroke "".,,'. 78.0 70.0 100 yards Butterfly ",.,."""". 75.0 68.0 Normally a Swimming award is only made to a boy who is sixteen years of age, but may be made to a person under 16 at the discretion of the Swimming Committee and the Staff. The W.P. Schools' Swimming Championships were held in our bath and, though our best swimmers competed, they were unable to obtain a place in tbe finals. Nevertheless, keep on trying!

Australian Olympic Games Swimmers (Rome 1960). Mr. Holland (Manager), lisa Konrads, Jan Hogan, Neville Hayes, Jan Konrads.

Under Nineteen, lOO yards Breaststroke: I. P. Good (V.R.), 83.2. 2. L Hunt (W.), 86.9. 3. M. Knight (DW.), 88.0. Un.der Ten, One Length Backstroke: 1. G. Brooks (R.), 30.7. 2. S. Pringle (DW.), 35.0. 3. A. Visser (V.R.), 36.0. Under Twelve, One Length Backstroke: 1. G. Bunting (R.), 28.7. 2. C. Wol: (R.), 29.0. 3. C. Kempton-Jones (V.R.), 30.4. Under Fourteen., 100 yards Backstroke: I. C. Tatham (V.R.), 87.7. 2. A. Turvey (R.), 90.4. 3. M. Gomhout (W.), 95.7. Under Sixteen, lOO yards Backstroke: J. A. Burton (V.R.), 78.0. 2. K. Kingma (V.R.), 87.3. 2. G. Johnson (R.), 87.3. Under Nineteen, lOO yards Backstroke: I. G. Hare (R.), 75.5. 2. W. Searle (O.W.), 82.6. 3. M. Anderson (DW.), 86.4. Under Fou.rteen, One Length Butterfly: J. H. Potash (DW.), 22.0. 2. M. Emms (R.), 23.8. 3. C. Tatham (V.R.), 25.0. Under Sixteen, Two Lengths Butterfly: I. M. English (R.), 5l.1.. 2. H. Green W.), 54.8. 3. M. Bass (R.), 58.9. Under Nineteen, Three Lengths Butterfly: J. R. Solomon (DW.), 82.6. 2. P. Good (V.R.), 86.9. 3. M. Reynolds (W.), 95.0. Under Sixteen, 220 yards Freestyle: I. K. Kingma (V.R.), 2 min. 56.2. 2. C. Hay tread (V.R.), 3 min. 7.5. 3. A. Burton (V.R.), 3 min. 17.0. Under Nineteen, 220 yards Freestyle: J. R. Solomon (O.W.), 2 min. 46.3. 2. G. Hare (R.), 2 min. 54.4. 3. F. Nieuwstad (V.R.), 3 min. 10.1. Under Sixteen, 220 yard~路 Breaststroke: I. M. English (R.), 3 min. 25.7. 2.1. Levin (V.R.), 3 min. 37.0. 3. M. Bass (R.), 3 min. 40.2. Under Nineteen, 220 yards Breaststroke: 1. P. Good (V.R.), 3 min. 33.6. ~. 1. Hunt (W.), 3 min. 35.3. 2. M. Knight (DW.), 3 min. 35.3. Diving Under Fou.rteen: !. A. Turvey (R .), 30.93 points. 2. C. Tatham (V.R.), 25.1 points.

- The detailed results of our Inter-House Gala are as follows: Final House Points: 1st Rhodes, 129. 2nd Van Riebeeck, 93. 3rd De Waal, 85. 4th Wellington, 17. Senior Cup for Best Swimmer: 1st G. Hare Rhodes), 16 points. 2nd R. Solomon (De WaaI), 15 points. 3rd P. Good (Van Riebeeck), 13 points. Altogether 14 new times were established and this is ample proof that our swimmers are improving, especially our Juniors. Under Ten, One Length Freestyle: 1. G. Brooks (R.), 24.6. 2. A. Visser (V.R.), 28.1. 3. 1. Emms (R.), 29.6. Under Twelve, One Length Freestyle: I. V. K.-Jones (R.), 20.2. 2. G. Bunting (R.), 21.2. 3. C. Wolft' (R.), 22.9. Under Fourteen, 100 yards Freestyle: I. C. Tatham (V.R.), 70.3. 2. M. Emms (R.), 72.2. 3. H. Potash (DW.), 75.5. Under Sixteen, 100 yards Freestyle: I. A. Burton (V.R.), 69.6. 2. D. Momsen (V.R.), 70.0. 3.1. Spiby (R.), 71.4. Under Nineteen, 100 yards Freestyle: 1. G. Hare (R.), 62.5. 2. W. Searle (DW.), 67.1. 3. F. Nieuwstad (V.R.), 72.1. Under Nineteen, 440 yards Freestyle: 1. R. Solomon (O.W.), 6 min. 5.2. 2. M. Anderson (O.W.), 6 min. 42.4. 3. W. Searle (O.W.), 7 min. 47.0. Under Ten, One Length Breaststroke: 1. R. Wolman (O.W.), 39.8. 2. T. Schumann (DW.), 40.2. 3. 1. Emms (R.), 43.1. Under Twelve, One Length Breaststroke: I. C. Searle (V.R.), 72.8. 2. R. Bunting (R.), 29.0. 3. D. Williams (V.R.), 29.7. Under Fourteen, 100 yards Breaststroke: I. H. Potash (O.w.), 92.2. 2. D. Michaels (W.), 100.9. 3. M. Emms (DW.), 103.2. Under Sixteen, lOO yard~路 Breaststroke: I. 1. Levin (V.R.), 80.1. 2. M. English CR.), 86.1. 3. G. Till (R.), 93.8.

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3. S. Westrnoreland (R.), 22.6 points. Diving Under Sixteen: i. Thorn (V.R.), 27.3 points. L M. English (R.), 26.5 points. 3. 1. Levin (V.R.), 24.24 points. Diving Under Nineteen: 1. M. Anderson (D.W.), 35.8 points. 1. G. Hare (R.), 28.1 points. 3. M. Knight D.w.), 25.39 points.

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Under Fourteen (4 x 1 length): 1. Rhodes, 1 min. 19.0. 2. De Waal, I min. 21.5. 3. Van Riebeeck. Under Sixteen (4 x 2 lengths): 1. Van Riebeeck ,2 min. 56.0. 2. Rhodes, 3 min. 1.5. 3. Wellington, 3 min. 13.7. Under Nineteen (4 x 2 lengths): 1. De Waal, 2 min. 52.4. 2. Rhodes, 2 min. 57.3. 3. Wellington, 3 min. 6.9. All the boys who competed in this Gala would like to thank the House Masters, members of the Staff, and boys who assisted in making the Gala a success. A special word of thanks to Messrs. Gredley and Strauss, who coach our swimmers, and to Mr. Gredley for getting our bath ready in time for the Gala. D.S.S.

HOUSE RELAYS Vilder Ten (4 x 1 length): I. Rhodes, 1 min. 55.7. 2. De Waal, 2 min. 12.5. 3. Van Riebeeck, 2 min. 21.2. Vnder Twelve (4 x 1 length): I. Rhodes, 1 min. 29.5. 2. De Waal, 2 min. 10.5. 3. Van Riebeeck, 2 min.-40.8.

The De WaaL open relay team put up a fine performance by setting a new record in the time of 47.1 secs. David Whi.tfield was the Victor Ludorum. Thanks must be extended to Mrs. Newman for presenting the certificates and cups at the end of another successful sports meeting.

The annual athletic sports meeting, which was to be beId on tbe 3rd of March, was postponed to the 6th of March owing to the untimely death of Mr. C. MacLeod. The meeting was held at the Garrison sports ground, and once again we must thank those concerned for allowing us to use their track, aLthough we hope that this was the last time we shall have to ask for it, and that next year the athletic sports meeting will take pLace on our new fields.

RECORD HOLDERS 10: 50 yards:

UNDER

Thanks must also go to Or. Wood, his team of helpers, and the staff for making it possible for the meeting to run so smoothly. Without their hel p these meetings would not be the success that they are.

75 yards:

The weather was once again kind to us and we had a perfect day, although a slight breeze sprang up in the afternoon.

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N. Denison, 7.0 secs., 1947. B. Weinrich, 7.0 secs., 1947. R. Skeeles, 7.0 secs., 1958. J. Bland, 7.0 secs., 1959. B. Weinreich, 9.9 secs., 1947.

12:

75 yards: S. Versveld, 9.2 secs., 1942. 120 yards: B. Weinreich, 15.1 secs., 1949.

There was a keen tussle among the Houses this yt:ar, with the competition still wide open when the relays were about to commence. It was here that Rhodes, thanks to some good runni.ng by their relay teams, managed to clinch the House (:hampionships, leading De WaaL by lOt points.

14: LOOyards: P. Lowry, 11.5 secs., 1936. 220 yards: J. Moore, 26.2 secs., 1956. 75 yards Hurdles: N. Riley, 11.3 secs., 1944. Long Jump: L. Shapiro, 18ft. lOtin., 1950. High Jump: J. Leeson, 5ft. Oi-in., 1954.

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The standard set up this year was not particularly higb, especially in the longer distances. However, there were still a number of fine performances. In tbe morning David Whitfield won his 100 yds. heat in 10.9 seconds, and Barry Napier his in 10.8 seconds, which promised an exciting final in tbe afternoon. Napier ultimately won in the good time of 10.8 secs., running into a slight breeze.

16: 100 yards: L. Shapiro, 10.4 secs., 1952. 220 yards: L. Shapiro, 23.6 secs., 1952. 440 yards: R. Graylard, 54.7 secs., 1958. 880 yards: W. Ki rstein, 2 mins. 10.2 secs., 1940. 110 yards Hurdles: C. Rosslind, 15.5 secs., 1941. Long Jump: L. Shapiro, 20ft. 6tin., 1952. High Jump: A. Elliot, 5ft. 5tin., 1961.

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OPEN:

In the Under 16 section anotber exciting 100 yds. finaL was promised. This was won by Denis Fagin. There was, as expected, a strong tussle between David Clarke and Victor Moore in tbe open mile, which was won in fine style by Clarke. David WhitfieLd and Anthony EWot set up new lecords in the open shot putt and Under 16 high jump respectively, Elliot's jump of 5 ft. 5t ins. beipg particularly noteworthy, and it bettered the old record by 2in. Whitfield putt the shot 36 ft. 8t ins.

100 yards: L. Sbapiro, 10.4 secs., 1952. 220 yards: L. Shapiro, 23.2 secs., 1953. 440 yards: B. Heymann, 53.6 secs., 1952. 880 yards: R. Wucherpfennig, 2 mins. 3.5 secs., 1954. 1 rni.le: M. Allis, 4 mins. 36.3 secs., 1954. 110 yards Hurdles: N. Riley, 14.5 secs., 1948. Long Jump: B. Weinreich, 20ft. 9in., 1954. High Jump: W. Hutton, 5ft. 8hn., 1956. Shot Putt: O. Wbitfield, 36ft. 8i-in., 1961. 78

ATHLETICS, 1961 Back Row (left to right): J. Ditchfield, C. Walker, M. Bowditch, B. Clifton, W. Tooley, R. McFarlane, P. Good, V. Cook, G. Peiser, D. Fagin, A. Badenhorst. Middle Row (left to right): A. Turvey, D. Momsen, M. Hobbs, P. Fabricius, G. Hare, A. Vlok, D. Clarke, D. CaJlanan, H. Spiro, Standley. Sitting (left to right): B. Gottschalk, Mr. H. E. Tasker (Coach), Dr. H. G. Wood (Coach), D. Whitfield (Capt.), Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), B. Napier (Vice-Capt.), Mr. K. Strauss (Coach), V. Moore. Front Row (left to right): P. West. C. Eager, G. Hammond, R. Langley.

Cups

Relays

ID: 220 yards: WelJington, 31.1 secs., 1944.

Fried/ander

UNDER

Junior

12: 330 yards: Wellington, 43.0 secs., 1960.

Cup:

Relay

Cup:

Under 10 Relay, Wellington. Baskin

Cup:

Under 12 Champion, J. Caywood.

UNDER

16: 440 yards:

awarded

Under 10 Champion, R. Elliott.

UNDER

14: 440 yards:

were

Wellington, 53.5 secs., ] 956.

Junior

Relay

Cup:

Under 12 Relay, Van Riebeeck.

UNDER

Baskin

Van Riebeeck, 48.6 secs., 1951, and Wellington, 48.6 secs., 1951.

Arthur

OPEN:

440 yards: De Waal, 47.1 secs., ]961. The following points were obtained Houses: (1) Rhodes 105t (2) De Waal 95 (3) Van Riebeeck 77t (4) Wellington 55

Cup:

Under 14 Champion, A. Turvey. Newman

Cup:

Under 14 Relay, Rhodes. C. E. Fe/bert Cup: Under 16 Champion, D. Fagin. Dr. Pycroft Cup: Under 16 440 yards, D. Momsen.

by the

Dr. Babbins

Cup:

100 yards Open, B. Napier. 79

to:

Stanley Lewis Cup: High Jump Open, W. Tooley. Duncan Taylor Cup: Long Jump Open, B. Clifton. Woolaston Cup: 440 yards Open, D. Whitfield. Headmaster's Cup: 880 yards Open, G. Peiser. Tayfield Cup: Open mile, D. Clarke. Neville Riley Cup: 110 yards Hurdles Open, B. Clifton. Hooge.nhout Victor Ludorum Cup: D. Whitfield. McDonald Cup: Under 16 House Championship, Rhodes. Old Boys' Cup: House Cup, Rhodes.

Open 100 yds.: 1. B. Napier (DeW.), 2. D. Whitfield (DeW.), 3. J. Smuts (VanR.); 10.8 secs. 220 yds.: 1. D. Whitfield (DeW.), 2. B. Napier (DeW.), 3. J. Smuts (VanR.); 23.9 secs. 440 yds.: 1. D. Whitfield (DeW.), 2. J. Ditehfleld (VanR.), 3. J. Smuts (VanR.); 55.1 secs. 880 yds.: 1. G. Peiser (DeW.), 2. B. Davies (VanR.), 3. C. Felbert (DeW.) ; 2 mins. 11.4 secs. One Mile: 1. D. Clarke (DeW.), 2. V. Moore (DeW.), 3. R. Bray (VanR.); 5 mins. 1.4 secs. 110 yds. Hurdles: l. B. Clifton (DeW.), 2. W. Tooley (VanR.), 3. G. Hare (R.); 15.5 secs. High Jump: 1. Tooley (VanR.), 2. G. Peiser (DeW.), 3. T. KnowIes (W.); 5ft. 2tins. Long Jump: 1. B. Clifton (DeW.), 2. J. Smuts (VanR.), 3. T. Knowies (W.); 19ft. 6ins. Shot Putt: 1. D. Whitfield (DeW.), 2. G. Hare (R.), 3. M. Knight (DeW.); 36ft. 8tins.

CROSS-COUNTRY TEAM Front Row (left to right): G. Hammond, C. BramweIl, M. Lamb. B. JefIs, R. Thackeray. Second Row (left to right): D. Momsen, V. Moore, R. M:lcFarlane, Mr. W. E. Bowden (Principal), M. Hobbs (Captain), Mr. J. A. Mathew (Master-in-Charge), G. Peiser, H. West, M. Margolis. Third Row (left to right): R. Germishuys, L. Nochomovitz, M. Reynolds, C. Felbert, H. Baker, C. Walker, D. Clark, J. Heritage, M. Bass. Fourth Row (left to right): R. Burton, 1\. Euvrard, R. Sykes, C. Edwards (Junior Captain), P. Ryan, D. Schmidt, V. Standley, B. Momsen.

Under 16 100 yds.: I. D. Fagin (R.), 2. D. Momsen (VanR.), M. Steyn (W.); 11.2 secs. 220 yds.: 1. D. Fagin (R.), 2. M. Hobbs (W.), 3. D. Momsen (VanR.); 25.7 secs. 440 yds.: 1. D. Momsen (VanR.), 2. D. Fagin (R.), 3. R. MacFarlane (W.); 58.1 secs. 880 yds.: 1. R. MacFarlane (W.), 2. D. Momsen (VanR.), 3. M. Hobbs (W.); 2 mins. 16.5 secs. Long Jump: 1. A. Elliot (R.), 2. R. MacFarlane (W.), 3. D. Holland (VanR.), R. Brading (R.); 17ft. 9tins. High Jump: 1. A. Elliot (R.), 2. A. Badenhorst (DeW.), 3. D. Holland (VanR.); SU. Stins. 110 yds. Hurdles: 1. A. Elliot (R.), 2. M. Bowditch (VanR.), 3. A. Badenhorst (DeW.); 16.5 secs. Shot Putt: 1. D. Fagin (R.), 2. C. Walker (DeW.), 3. A. Badenhorst (DeW.); 33ft. 1in.

I NTER-ZONAL ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIP This year tbe School was able to enter a team ill the Interzonal Athletic championships, which were held at S.A.C.S. The competition was keen and the standard was very high, resulting in many records being broken during the course of the day. The School team, however, did not do as well as was expected, although many managed to reach the finals. The team, nevertheless, managed to procure a few worthwhile achievements. Barry Napier, in tbe Under 17 100 yards, came second in the good time of 10.6 secs. George Hare, in tbe Under 17 shot putt, where the standard was very high, did well to come third with a putt of 39 feet 4 ins. All in all, the School team obtained some good experience from the championships, and realised that more serious training is needed in order to do well.

Under 14 100 yds.: 1. A. Turvey (R.), 2. K. Jackson (R .), 3. D. Callanan (W.); 12.4 secs. 220 yds.: 1. K. Jackson (R.), 2. B. Gottschalk (W.), 3. G. Hammond (W.); 28.6 secs. Long Jump: 1. G. Hammond (W.), 2. A. Turvey (R.), 3. B. Gottschalk (W.); 15ft. Sins. High Jump: 1. A. Turvey (R.), 2. D. aBirstow (VanR.), P. Engelke (R.); 4ft. 9tins. 75 yds. Hurdles: 1. A. Turvey (R.), 2. P. West (DeW.), 3. P. EngeLke (R.); 12.1 secs. 75 yds.: (VanR.), 120 yds.: (VanR.),

1. 3. 1. 3.

J. L.

J. P.

WESTERN PROVINCE JUNIOR ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIPS The championships this year were held at the Green Point track and not at Paarl as usual. This was owing to the South African Athletic Championships to be held at Paarl. The School did not enter as large a team as usual, owing to there being a clash with an important senior cricket match. Again the competition was high. Barry Napier, in the Under 17 100 yards, obtai ned fourth place in 10.6 seconds, while William Tooley came third in the Under 18 120 yards hurdles. Colours: B. Clifton, B. Napier, J. Peiser, W. Tooley, J. Fagin, M. Smuts, G. Hare. Blue: D. Whitfield (Victor Ludorum).

Under 12 Caywood DeW.), 2. P. Cronje Roberts (W.); 10.2 secs. Caywood (DeW.), 2. P. Cronje Reynolds (W.); 16.0 secs.

Under 10 50 yds.: 1. R. Elliot (R.), 2. R. Josephson (R.), 3. R. van Berg (W.); 7.5 secs. 75 yds.: 1. O. Oswald (VanR.), 2. R. Elliot (R.), 3. R. Josephson (R.); 10.7 secs.

INTER'-SCHOOLS' CROSS-COUNTRY Due to difficulties in marking out the course on Rondebosch Common, the Inter-Schools Crosscountry took place at Rondebosch Boys' High School on 18th September. This race presented a compl.etely different challenge to that of our own, it being a much shorter and therefore much faster race. The School entered the following teams: Junior: C. Edwards (Capt.), Burton, C. Walker, A. Euvrard, Heritage, Thackeray. Senior: M. Hobbs (Capt.), D. Momsen, D. Clarke, R. MacFarlane, 1. da Silva, V. Standley, Bray, H. West, B. Momsen, H. Baker, C. Felbert, Leibbrandt, M. Reynolds. In the Under-IS race Edwards was up among the leaders from the start and showed great

Relays

Open (440 yds.): 1. De Waal, 2. Van Riebeeck, 3. Rhodes; 47.1 secs. Under 16 (440 yds.): 1. Rhodes, 2. Van Riebeeck, 3. Wellington; 49.8 secs. Under 14 (440 yds.): 1. Rhodes, 2. Wellington, 3. De Waal; 54.1 secs. Under 12 (330 yds.): 1. Van Riebeeck, 2. Wellington, 3. De Waal; 43.7 secs. Under 10 (220 yds.): 1. Wellington, 2. Van Riebeeck, 3. De Waal f 32.8 secs. 81

L. Raymond easily outdistanced the other competitors in the Under 13 Cross-Playground, while V. Standley and P. Cronje battled for the second and third places respectively. In the Under Il race N.Oow forged ahead steadily to win. J. van Eyssen and J. Cawood came second and third. The first place in the Under 9 Cross Playground race was taken by R. ELliott, followed by L. Strauss and B. Eastman. The Subs races, as usual, provided much colour and entertainment. The order for the Sub "A" race was Le Roux, Wolf and Anderson. The Sub "B" race, won by Frye, followed by Gentz and Scott-Shaw, was closely contested, and a number of the runners took falls. . This year the willingness and enthusiasm of the many helpers who acted as pickets and despatch riders was especially noteworthy. Mr. Mathew's organisation was in top form, and a vote of thanks is due to him as well as to Mr. Tasker, the starter, and Mr. Gardener, who acted as commentator, for a very enjoyable afternoon. The results were as follows: Senior Cross-Co路untry: 1. M. Hobbs (W.); 2. D. Momsen (V.R.); 3. D. Clarke (O.W.). Time: 32 min. 43.6 sec. Junior Cross-Country: I. C. Edwards (V.R.); 2. R. Burton (V.R.); 3. A. Euvrard (D.W.). Time: 33 min. 2 sec. Record. Under 13 Cross-Playground: I. L. Raymond (R.) ; 2. V. Standley (W.); 3. P. Cronje (V.R.). Under 11 Cross-Playground: I. N. Gow (V.R.) ; 2. J. van Eyssen (R.); 3. J. Cawood (V.R.). Under 9 Cross-Playground: I. R. Elliott (R.); 2. L. Strauss (V.R.); 3. B. Eastman (R.). Sub "B" Cross-Playground: 1. N. Frye (R.); 2. H. Oentz (R.) ; 3. P. Scott-Shaw (W.). Slib "A" Cross-Playground: 1. R. le Roux (W.) ; 2. S. Wolf (R.); 3. R. Anderson (R.). Points Gained in Senior Cross-Country Event: (I) De Waal: 5,710. (2) Rhodes: 5,488. (3) Van Riebeeck: 5,322. (4) Wellington: 4,899. Colours: 1960: G. Peiser. 1961: G. Peiser, 1. da Silva. Blues: 1960: W. Moore. 1961: M. Hobbs, D. Momsen, D. Clarke, R. McFarlane.

tenacity in keeping up the sizzling pace. He eventual1y finished third. Congratulations! Chris Walker finished sixth, and Burton was also up among the leaders. The Senior race was longer than the Junior, and an extremely fast pace was set. The race was over approximately 3t miles and was won by De Wet of Rondebosch in just over IH minutes. Pirie of Westerford came home in second place. Our first man home was D. Momsen in 12th place, directly followed by MacFarlane. Da Silva and Hobbs came in the first 25, and Clarke was 34th. The results in the Senior race would certainly have been better if our fellows had been able to train over this type of course. There are very many runners who will still be here next year, and the prospects look very bright. The awards for 1961 are as follows: Blues: M. Hobbs, D. Momsen, D. Clarke, R. MacFarlane, V. Moore (1960). Colours: I. da Silva, O. Peiser. H.B. THE 1961 CROSS-COUNTRY Although the weather during the preceding week had been unpromising, the 14th September proved an ideal day for the annual Cross-Country race. It was cool and cloudy, and a fresh breeze was blowing when the Junior runners set out at 2.21 p.m. in the first of the two main events. Very early in the race C. Edwards took the lead that he maintained throughout. At the Fountain he was already 700 yards ahead of R. Burton. Last year D. Momsen and M. Hobbs both broke the existing record, and the new record time of 33 minutes 2 secs. by Edwards is thus a fine achievement. Burton came second, and A. Euvrard and C. Walker third and fourth. The Open Cross-Country provided more competition. When the favourite, V. Moore, dropped back early in the race with a severe stitch, R. McFarlane took the lead. By the time the runners had reached Wynberg Hill, D. Momsen had moved into second place and M. Hobbs had passed D. Clarke. Hobbs continued moving up and came in first, while Momsen, who had fallen back to fourth place at the Beacon, came in second, followed by Clarke and MacFarlane. These four runners all qualified for Blues and I. da Silva and G. Peiser for Colours.

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FIRST TENNIS TEAM FroIIt Rall! (left to right): R. MacFarlane (Vice-Captain), Mr. W. E. Bowden J. Smuts (Captain), Mr. H. J. Smuts (Master-in-Charge), S. Bass. Second Row (left to right): M. Hume, A. Vlok, M. Reynolds, D. Templeton.

The standard of the School tennis Jast season reached a very high peak. Not only did the two singles players, Smuts and Macfarlane, score some noteworthy successes, but the doubles couples also gave persistently good support. The first team lost only one match during the whole of the season. We had high hopes of arranging a tennis tour to the Eastern Province during the September holidays, but for unavoidable reasons it had to be abandoned. Roger Macfarlane distinguished himself in the Western Province championships by reaching the finals in the Under 16 mixed doubles, the Under 16 boys' doubles, and winning the Under 16 singles title. He also won the School championship and

(Principal),

tbe Cbarles MacLeod Cup for the most improved player. It is as yet impossible to think of tennis at this school witbout thinking of the late Mr. MacLeod who worked so unceasingly to improve tennis amongst tbe boys. It is more tban just a personal sentiment that, when we get our new courts, tbey be named after him - if that is at all a practical idea. 1961 Captain: J. Smuts proved to be an excellent captain.

MacFarlane

was vice-captain.

1960 A wards:

Blues: J. Smuts, R. Macfarlane. Colours: J. Smuts, R. Macfarlane, S. Bass, M. Reynolds, D. Templeton, M. Hume. 83

IN MEMORIAM

Not only was he himself a fine coach, but he was instrumental in arranging professional coaching, especially for those new to the game. His work will be long remembered and appreciated in the hjstory of the School. A keen player himself, he was also secretary of the Western Province Schools Tennis Association, and secretary of the Wynberg Tennis Club. More could be said, but in this short obituary I sincerely hope I have amply expressed our sympatby, regret and admiration. J. SMUTS, Xe.

On behalf of the tennis players of the School I sbould like to express our deepest sympathy to Mrs. MacLeod. His untimely death came as a great shock to the School and to the Tennis department in particular. The tennis of the School was under his control. He took to heart the interests of all the tennis players, exerting himself always to raise the standard of tennis in general, paying particular attention to the weaker players.

Chairman: J. Bleach. Secretary: H. Wolft. Committee: D. Katz, D. Policansky, E. Labuschagne, C. Felbert. The first meeting of the Society took tbe form of the popular annual Hat Night. The usual wide variety of topics contributed to make it a most enjoyable and amusing evening. Much enthusiasm was shown by the fairly large attendance, who did not hesitate to challenge or favour the opinions expressed by the speakers. On Friday, 26th May, we were privileged to be the guests of the Wynberg Girls' High School Debating Society, and a spirited debate took place on the subject "A curfew should be imposed on all teenagers under 18 in South African cities". A time limjt of 10.30 p.m. on Weekdays anel 12 p.m. at week-ends was suggested. As expected, the teenage force was in full strength, and therefore the motion was overwhelmingly defeated, but not before it had brought to light many interesting and light-hearted opinions. Our representatives on the platform were J. Bleach, D. Katz and E. Labuschagne. Our gratitude goes to Wynberg Girls' High, not least for the excellent fare enjoyed by all afterwards. The next meeting, held on the 28th July, took the form of a parachute debate in which many famous people were amusingly depicted, and in some cases extreme origi nality was expressed which helped to make it a most successful evening. On 4th August at a meeting at which the Marist Brothers' debating society were our guests, an interesting motion was introduced "Should Capital punishment be abolished in South Africa?" A fter the speakers on the platform had enlightened the audience on the subject, the debate was thrown open to the floor, and, after several new opinions

had been expressed, a vote was called, and the motion was lost by a very narrow margin. With the important Old Boys' and Best Speakas' debates still to be held, as well as several external and internal debates, the Debating Society is certain of an extremely successful year. The standard of speaking this year has been maintained, and in many cases an encouraging improvement has been seen. The usual attendance of day boys is still small, but encouraging and interesting debates have begun to attract others who would otherwise be unoccupied on Friday evenings.

BEST SPEAKERS'

DEBATE

On Monday, 9th October, 1961, the Debating Society held its Annual Best Speakers' Debate at which the following members delivered speeches: Messrs. Nochomovitz, Policansky, Katz, Todres. Labuschagne, Felbert, Bleach and Anziska. The subjects ranged from cats to suicide, from international propaganda to the domestication of dogs. In addition orations were delivered on our Boardjng House. music composers, the native problem in South Africa. and the evil that men do. As usual, the standard set was very high, and the judges, Messrs. Gibbs and Newman, found it a difficult task to separate the leaders. It was Labuschagne, however, who took the honours, Todres being the runner-up. At this point it may be mentioned that it is the first occasion in the history of the Society that the award of Best Speaker has been won by two brothers. In 1949 Labuschagne's elder brother also won this award. Mr. Kooy adjourned the meeting with a vote of thanks to tbe judges who had carrierl out their task so well. L.S. 84

THE JUDO CLUB-1961 The second year since the establishment of the Judo Club, started off very well. A large number of new members were welcomed, and we soon got under way. Our meetings are held every Tuesday and Thursday evening, under the expert tutelage of Mr. Butcher, 2nd Dan. The first event was a display which we gave at the Wynberg Girls' High School FĂŞte, which was very successful and drew a large crowd. At our first grading of 1961 in March, we met a St. Joseph's team in both the senior and junior divisions. Two Junior teams took part, winning once and drawing once. However, in the senior division we were unfortunate to lose by one point. At this grading a number of Junior green belts were attained, and in the Senior division a number of oranges. The club had therefore set itself a high standard. On the second occasion we met, St. Joseph's was in their dojo. Here again two Junior and one Senior team took part. Both Junior teams were very successful, winning both their fights. The Senior team met their opponents twice, winning once and losing once. We then gave a display at a United Party Rally in St. James. There was a large crowd, which really seemed to appreciate the art of Judo. We also gave a display at Milnerton Junior School, where Mr. NortjĂŠ is now teaching. We are soon entering a Senior team in the Western Province League to gain more contest experience.

Towards the end of the second term we had inter-house team contests and also individual championships. The School kindly donated a number of fine trophies. The Senior inter-house contest was won by De Waal, and the Junior contest was won by Van Riebeeck. The Senior Champion was M. Knight, and the junior championship was won by Merr.ifield, while the 100 Ibs. and below was won by P. WestmorIand. We are grateful to all the instructors who come and give Mr. Butcher a helping hand, and we hope to see them again. We were also very proud to hear that two of our Old Boys, Geoff Sher and Neil Heselson, have done very well in Judo. In the recent inter-varsity Judo Championships they both represented their first teams, Geoff for Stellenbosch and Neil for Cape Town University. They ultimately met each other in a contest, and it was Geoff who came out on top. After a most eventful year our Judo will soon be ending for 1961. There will be a few boys leaving the School, and we wish them the best of luck in their future Judo. We hope to see a lot of new members next year. Those coming up from Std. 5 will now be able to join the club, as well as a number of new boys. We should like to express our thanks to Mr. Butcher, who so expertly takes us every Tuesday and Thursday evening. We who are staying are looking forward to another year of Judo in 1962. R. GAMSU, 9c.

HEBREW BIBLE SOCIETY Chairman: G. Pasvolsky. Secretary: S. Gottschalk. Committee: H. Levenbach. This year the committee decided to depart from the usual practice and asked prominent members of the community to talk on controversial subjects. Great interest was shown in Rabbi Abrahams' talk on "Should Israel Have Modern or Religious Law?" The honour of the first talk was given to our honorary President, Chief Rabbi Professor I. Abrahams, who congratulated the Society on its 10th anniversary. A good deal of controversy still exists about the talk given to us by Dominee van der Merwe of

the Dutch Reformed Church. His shrewd, perceptive and unusual views on Israel and world problems in general are completely different from those usually heard. I. Bloch, past secretary of the Society, gave us an informative talk, supplemented by his own coloured slides, on agriculture in Israel. Other speakers included Rabbi Sherman, Mr. Shimoni, Mr. Kruss and Mr. Glass. The Society has had a large amount of support from all sections of the School. Finally, we should like to thank Mr. Thorp for the use of the Science lecture theatre and Mr. Mathew for the use of his classroom. S.G.

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GRACIOUS

Photographed

Chairman:

A. Nathan.

Secretary:

S. Gottschalk.

Treasurer:

T. Zabow.

LIVING

Alan H. Nathan

(IOc).

In this respect there is a remarkable lack of interest among the younger members of the Society. This stems not so much from lack of interest, but from ignorance of the developing and enlarging side of photography.

Committee: W. Groenewald, S. Kahn. After a rather distressing 1960 the Club made exceUent progress this year. The Club is the newest, and consequently the least well-established in the School. The number of members has dropped, but we feel that all those who are actively interested in pbotography are members.

This year the club used the darkroom at week路 ends only, i.e. from Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon. Tbis was instituted路 to eliminate the bugbear of putting the screens up. In this respect we should like to thank Mr. Morris for uncomplainingly giving us lbe key at all bours of tbe

day and night. We should also Ijke to thank Mr. Hurter for the use of his art room as a darkroom. Another notable innovation was the issue of printed membership cards to each member, thereby facilitating their using of the darkroom. The competition this year produced a quality of entry far exceeding that of previous years. Our very sincere thanks go to Mr. Alec Vertue for so very ably judging the entries. The prizes awarded were as follows: (a) Black and Ist Prize: 2nd Prize: 3rd Prize:

Whjte Section: S. Gottschalk. A. Nathan. H. Callaghan.

(b) Colour Slides: 1st Prize: A. Nathan. 2nd Prize: T. Zabow. 3rd Prize: D. Helier. Last, but not least, our sincere thanks go to Mr. Verwymeren (tbe master in charge) for giving up so much of his spare time In helping the club as a whole. S.G.

WATCHING Photographed

WAITING

by S. Gottschalk,

(lOa).

Union Once again we have come to the end of another year, and we again thank the Lord for all His blessings on our S.C.U. this year. Although the attendances have left much to be desired, a solid core of standard sixes, sevens and eights has been built up, which will stand the S.C.U. in good stead in future years. The spirit has been excellent throughout the year, and our prayer meetings and Bible studies have been better attended, twenty or more being the usual number present.

Bliquy, was a constant source of .inspiration to those who needed strength. Hi.s fearless and pow.erful witness made a great impression on all those with whom he came into contact. Our Deputy Chairman, Robin Ormond, was always bright and cheerful, and this proved a great help at meetings. The commjttee, particularly Stanley Jennings and David Stewart, were ever willing to .lend a helping hand. As far as speakers are concerned, we had a fair share of the "personalities". George Young drew the largest audience, and, as usual, presented a very challenging message. Jobn Gainsford also proved to be a great draw-card, and ga ve a very

The main regret this year was that too few new faces were seen, and the weight of tbe organisation fell on tbe shoulders of the few seniors who were heart and soul in the work. Our leader, Leon de 87

choruses, and hymns at the meetings. This not only gave added impetus to the meetings but also helped to create a friendly atmosphere. This friendliness has prevailed throughout the year, and next year the prospects are very high. In conclusion, we should like to thank the master::, Messrs. Arguile, Driessen, Mathewand Gardener in particular, for their co-operation and friendly advice about tbe running of tbe S.C.U. Above all, our thanks go to the Lord for His help, which we knew we were receiving throughout the year.

sincere talk. Willem Brits, the W.P. rugby player, particularly impressed by his sincerity. We had speakers on all the various facets of life. Our theme for the third term was "The Practical Application of the Gospel". Mr. D. G. Mills spoke from his long experience, and proved very interesting. Not only did tbe S.C.U. organise meetings at School, but during the long week-end, a trip up the Kalk Bay mountains was arranged, and proved very enjoyahle. An innovation

this year was the singing of

BAKER

(Secretary).

CADET BAND W.B.H.S., 1961 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961 CADET BAND COMPETITIONS Front Row (left to right): Cpl. R. Kiwi, Cpl. D. Richardson. Sgt. K. Gilmore, B/M. P. de Wet, Cmdt. W. E. Bowden, M.C. (Principal), DIM. M. Fourie, Capt. W. Lennox (Bandmaster), Sgt. A. Steenkamp, Sgt. G. LevĂŠy, Cpl. P. Tester, LICpl. P. Fabricius. Middle Row (left to right): N. Wallis, Cpl. P. Dau, C. Smit, LICpl. M. Bass, V. Cook, LICpl. A. Badenhorst, G. Johnson, B. Momsen, R. Holmes. Back Row (left to right): M. Knight, K. Byron, R. Gamsll, E. Nallschutz, B. Clifton, Cpl. D. Roe, B. Finney. WINNERS

BAND

NOTES,

the Band tbemselves, and tbeir enthusiasm to out great personal sacrifice by the members of produce the best, tbat these successes are obtained.

1961

The Cadet Band has distinguished itself this year by gaining the following honours at the annual Western Province Cadet Band competition: First in the Band Competition, with 344 out of a possible 400 points; first in the Solo Drummer Competition, won by Sgt. A. Steenekamp ; and equal first with S.A.C.S. in tbe Best Drum-Major Competition, won by DIM. M. Fourie. It is not with-

May I extend my sincerest congratulations to the members of the Band, and my thanks to DIM. Fourie, B/M. P. de Wet and Sgt. Bugler K. Gilmore, without whom such good results would have been impossible. W.L.

LUNCH HOUR FORUM In the past few years the fortnightly meetings held in theh School Hall bave enlightened and interested many pupils, thanks to prominent men of our city who, being distinguished in various fields, discussed and spoke of them. A list of these speakers is enough to show their quality, and there is every prospect of furtber interesting visitors next year. On April 12th Dave Stewart, a well-known Springbok rugby player, spoke of the International Rugby Tour. On April 26th Mr. A. Lazarus gave a talk on the various aspects of photography, with accent on medical photography. On May 18th Dr. J. G. de Kock, a career guidance officer, discussed tbe metbods adopted to find suitable jobs for his clients. On May 25th Mr. D. Thomson, a former teacher at our School and the author of "The Story of a School", gave tbe audience an interesting talk on the history of our School.

On June 6th Mr. Maxwell Price, tbe newspaper correspondent on the Springbok Tour, gave us an interesting talk on tactics used by past and present rugby teams and individual players. On July 25th a prominent person in our City's advertising, Mr. F. Solomon, gave an interesting talk on tbe various types of advertisements and those undertaken by advertising agencies. On September 6th Mr. G. Myburgb, a wellknown Springbok Yacbtsman, spoke about yachts and yachting events in general. On September 20th Mr. Townley John50n, an Old Boy of the School, gave us an interesting talk on busbman paintings and on his experiences while searching for them_ We look forward to several other speakers this year, and are most grateful to all those mentioned for giving up their valuable time to come and increase our general knowledge on a great variety of topics.

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COMMITTEE,

In general Wynbrg Old Boys continue to enjoy a measure of success in the scholastic and sporting worlds, and their activities are watched with interest by their Alma Mater. There are still copies available of the history of the school ("The Story of a School," by D. H. Thomson), and any Old Boy who has not yet got one may do so by sending his name and address together with R2.40 to me at P.O. Box 1919, Cape Town. In conclusion, I wish to pay tribute to the cooperation and energy of my fellow Committee members and to thank them for belping to make my year of office a pleasant one. R. T. FELBERT.

1961

Hon. President: The Headmaster (Mr. W. E. Bowden, B.A., H.E.D., M .C., E.D.). President: R. T. Fel bert. Vice President: R. Townley Johnson. Hon. Secretary: R. Field, 7 J effcote Avenue, Bergvliet, or P.O. Box 194. Cape Town. Hon. Treasllrer: J. F. B. Ryan, C.A. (S.A.), 3rd Floor, Shopping Centre, Wynberg. Committee: L. H. Adams, R. J. E. Burt, R. H. Gibbs, W. J.Lea, S. B. Myers, R. van Rosenveld. Matrie Representative: A. S. Mitchell. Staff Representative: Mr. E. P. Hopkins. PRESIDENT'S

LETTER

The year 1961 has been a special one in the life of the School, being the 120th anniversary of its founding. I should like to have been able to refer to it as a memorable year, but c.ircumstances outside the control of all concerned precluded both School and Union from commemorating Founder's Day at the beginning of June as had been intended. As a result of this the celebrations were necessarily modified in form, but I understand that plans have been made to amplify the annual prize-giving ceremony so that it includes a tea party to which Old Boys, parents and the boys themselves will be invited. The School also proposes to give a buffet supper for Old Boys and their ladies, and I am sure that by the time this appears many of us will have occasion to look back on a pleasant evening spent in our oldal beit modernised-surroundings. The Jubilee Dinner was attended by about ]60 members, all of whom, I trust, enjoyed it. Our Life Membership continues to grow satisfactorily, but the number of annual members still lags behind what may be regarded as desirable. I am convinced tbat many of our members are in touch with at least one other Old Boy who has not joined the ranks of the Union and whom a little encouragement would cause to become an interested and useful member.

Winners

NEWS OF OLD BOYS of the Old Boys' Union Scholarship

NORMANBROMBERGER, B.A., B.A.(Hons.), B.SC. (U.C.T.), and B.A.(Oxon.) in Politics, Economics and Philosophy (1952) bas returned to South Africa after completing his course at Oxford. He flew back to take up a temporary post as Junior Lecturer in History at Rhodes University, Grahamstown. MENDEL KAPLAN, B.Com., Ll.B. (U.C.T.) and M.B.A. (Columbia, U.S.A.) (1953) is now in business with his father路s firm, the Cape Gate, Fence and Wire Works Ltd. He has developed an interest in Africana, and is at present on a study tour of Central Africa. EDUARDVANCOEVERDEN DEGROOT(1954), M.B., CH.B. (U.C.T.), deserves a special word of praise for securing these two degrees after having been in hospital shortly before his examinations with a serious illness. He is now a houseman at Groote Schuur, and intends spending next year at Frere Hospital in East London. Later be may specialise in obstetrics and gynaecology, unless brain surgery makes first claim. Eduard married not long ago. and we extend to him and his wife our best wishes.

DAVID BROMBERGER, B.A., B.A.(Hons.) U.C.T. (1955), has been teaching at Vryburg and hopes later this year to leave for U.K., where he intends to take an M.A. in History at London University.

father's footsteps by studying Medicine. We wish both representatives of the 1960 class every success and we shall report their progress In future magazines.

ROBERTKAPLAN,B.A., B.Com. (U.CT.) (1956) is at present in Geneva learning French. Like his brother. he proposes to study at Columbia University, U.S.A., for a Master of Business Administration degree.

In the news which follows we wish to tbank Mr. John Webb for most of the University news and Mr. Townley Johnson for most of the sporting news.

MICHAELWORRAL,B.Sc. (U.C.T.), has obtained his degree in Pure Maths and has also passed two of his Actuarial examinations. He is now working in the Actuarial Department of the S.A. Mutual.

UNIVERSITY NEWS It is most pleasing to be able to record that high academic honours have again come to the School, this time through Barry Mason, B.A., B.A.(Hons.) (U.C.T.). He matriculated in 1956 and later obtained his B.A. degree witb distinction. Late this year he was awarded a teaching assistantship at Cornell University, New York, where he will teach political theory in the Department of Government. He intends, while he is there, to carry out research work on the United Nations. He has also been appointed representative of NUSAS and D.C.T. at student congresses in U.S.A. and Canada.

JOHN WEBB (1958), like his predecessor, is also taking a B.Sc. degree in Pure Matbs and will be writing his finals at the end of 1961. He is including a course of Mathematical Statistics with it. In his second year examinations he won class medals in Pure Maths and Applied Maths. He proposes to continue his studies next year by preparing for a B.Sc.(Hons.) degree, also in Pure Maths, and is still keen to continue his studies overseas if the opportunity offers. He has successfully completed Part 1 of his Actuarial examinations.

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IAN LINDEN (1959) commenced his University career by preparing for a B.Sc. degree, and for the London University external G .C.E. at advanced level. Having passed the latter, be has interrupted his studies in order to continue at the Royal Naval College at Dartmouth. He will be there for a year, will spend a year at sea, and then spend three years at St. Jobn's College, Cambridge, studying for the Mecbanical Sciences Tripos. Ian has always desired a Naval career, and we are pleased that this opportunity has come his way. Our best wishes go with him.

Having congratulated Eduard van Coeverden de Groot under the heading of Scholarship winners, we congratulate likewise bis twin brother Frans, who has also received the degree of M.B., Ch.B. at U.C.T. All four sons of this family are now doctors, although only Eduard and Frans were at Wynberg, the other two baving been educated overseas prior to their settling in South Africa.

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There is one other Old Boy who this year re..:eives both our congratulations and thanks. He is Ernest Ford, who matriculated in 1954. His long Architectural Studies have ended and he now possesses the diploma in Arcbitecture (U.C.T.). For this we congratulate him. We wish to thank him for his valuable contribution to our History, "The Story of a School", in his attractive design of the dust cover. Altbough Ernie has been kept busy on his studies and examinations for some years, he has found time to assist the Union in many ways and to attend most of its functions. His co-operation

ALANS. MITCHELL(1960) is just completing his first year at U.C.T., where he is taking a B.Sc. degree in electrical engineering. Alan, however, has won a valuable bursary awarded by E.S.C.O.M. which will take him right through his university course, and one of tbe conditions attached to the bursary was tbat he should not accept any other. The Scholarship has therefore been awarded to the runner-up, who is: NEIL HESELSON(1960) . Neil is the son of an Old Boy, Dr. J. Heselson, and is following in his

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and contributions have been much appreciated and we wish him continued success in his career.

In this, the 120th year of the School's foundation, we asked our Vice-President, an authority on Old Boys' comings and goings, R. Townley Johnson, to give us a commentary of Old Boys in the news. He has risen to the occasion most commendably but with one exception. He failed to mention that he has collaborated in the production of another book. "The Bushman Speaks" has made its appearance, following the earlier work "Rock Paintings of the South West Cape". "Ginger" has kindly presented a copy of each to the School Library. Certain plates from the latter book have been included in the S.A. Archaeological production "Rock Paintings of Africa". Now for "Ginger's" round-up: On previous occasions Old Boys have captained Western Province Rugby teams. Names that come to mind are FRANKMELLISH (England and S.A.) and BENNIE OSLER, the famous fly-half wbose point-scoring spree against the 1928 New Zealanders in the first Test at Durban is still a Springbok record. In one season two Old Boys, DAVE STEWART and DUGGIEHOPWOOD,have won this bonour ; a signal distinction, in fact, as it must surely be a record for two players from one school to captain the Province in one season. On the subject of Rugby, we again associate ourselves with all the other well-wishers who have complimented these two. as well as LIONELWILSON, on tbeir successes in the Internationals played against Ireland and Australia this season. Dave was vice-captain in tbe Irish Test. AUBREYLUCK played for his Province against Natal after an excellent season with a famous British Club, BLACKHEATH (if I remember correctly), with whom he toured Kenya. He had shocking luck wben he fractured an arm in tbe Natal game, and will ba ve to wait for next season for further higb honours. Club Rugby finds many Old Boys in Senior Teams. Many of us go to Villagers, and, in addition to the Springboks mentioned above, we bave had Gus Bosch, Brian Hilliard, Hughie Hutton, G. Andrews, and John van Niekerk, son of Lollie and nephew of the illustrious Jock. Contemporary witb tbe latter wbo were previously at W.B.H.S., we recall Nic van Oudtshoorn, who hooked in tbose days, Mick Myburg, Vic Victor, Cyril Sharp, Ernest Lincey and Eric Watson, whose sons are doing well in School teams.

â&#x20AC;˘ We must apologise to readers for missing the pass lists of this year's University students, and consequently cannot record whatever successes we have had. However, a walk round the campus shows that plenty of Old Wynbergians are, we trust, hard at work on their courses. Among them we noticed R. Bennett, P. le Sueur, J. Wheeler, D. Bradley, A. Hermann, M. Drummond, R. Shlomowitz, R. Jowell, L. Speyer and D. Scott. We also noticed R. Totos, who has won a class medal in Social Anthropology. R. Hobbs, a part-time student, was among tbem, as were W. Goldblatt, M. Soltynski, N. Eden, F. Jackson, L. Pasvol, K. Burt, P. Haasbroek and R. Gaylard. Ivor Engelke is keeping up his rugby while preparing for an engineering degree. In the shadows of the Medical Block we observed A. Todres, D. Nathan, E. Ger and R. Marx. An "intruder" to Cape Town early in the year was L. Greenstein of Rhodes University who came down to sell copies of the University magazine "Tbe Rhodent". A newcomer to U.C.T. - and one who quickly made a name for himself - is Frank Dtik. Frank works at the S.A. Mutual, but is taking a part-time degree (a B.Com. we believe) and so qualifies to play rugby for U.CT. He has been playing fullback, and very effectively, for the 1st XV, although he has been somewhat unfortunate regarding injuries. GENERAL

PERSONALITIES

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We received the news just too late for publication in last year's magazine that Major Grant McIntyre had retired from the City Council. He left School about the time of the 1st World War and soon after joined the R.A.F. as a pilot. He served throughout the 1914 - 18 War and returned to South Africa to become a foundation member of the S.A.A.F. under Sir Pierre van Ryneveldt. In the mid-twenties he joined the B.S.A. Police in Rhodesia. In 1936 he became Assistant Airport Manager at Wingfield, and during the 1939 - 45 War returned to the S.A.A.F. as a Staff Officer with the rank of Major. After the War the Government took over Wingfield, and Major McIntyre joined the Council's Valuation Office. After his somewhat hectic and varied life we wish him peace and contentment in his retirement.

Eric Bouchet was with "the opposition", HamiItans, with whom we presently find Dicky Gelb and Norman Clayden. Dick played for Boland at cricket, as did Trevor Johnson after his Nuffield successes. At False Bay Bruce Anderson, Rufus Johnson, Jimmy White, Ron Glover and John Grendon have been entertaining the crowds with the exhilarating and enthusiastic style of game which makes them such a popular club with the Newlands spectators. Maxwell Price (who produced another excellent book after the Springbok tour of Britain and France, "Springbok in the Lion's Den") is an indefatigable stalwart of this Club. How much so many of our prominent players owe to Max we may never know. Over the years he has been a kind and generous critic and friend to a multitude of our Provincial and International players, It has been a delightful experience to spend many a happy Saturday morning at School in his company. His predictions about potential "players of class" which he spots even in the "under twelves" are never far "off-target". With him we congratulate Dr. Harry Anziska out in the Northern Suburbs, for here is another dedicated sportsman who has contributed so much, not only to a Club, Bellville, but to the Province. In his day he was (with his brother, Or. Ben Anziska) a first-rate lock-forward at School and then at Varsity. We hope that both these fine characters will long continue with their work. And in about 1973 may we still be in circulation to see Max's young son in the Under Twelves! With Union we have had Greyling at fly-half and Tim Clampett on the wing. The summer game provided further W.P. caps to Ken Heldsinger, Malcolm Richard on, Dereck Louwand Fritz Bing, wbile Jack's son, Jack Burt Jr., bids fair to emulating his Pater (who played for his Province in the days when Jack Pickup played Currie Cup cricket with him) and played for a W.P. XI with Ivan Savage. In Table Tennis we notice a new name among the successes locally of these sportsmen. He is a recent departure from School in the person of Robin Brady, who has just captained the Junior Western Province side which played at Maritzburg. He has been mentioned as No. 2 seed in the South African Junior section_ His success is a

merited one whicb is gratifying to all of us. Isadore Shifron was another Old Boy in recent years who performed exceptionally in the Western Province at this game. He keeps wicket for Green Point. Neville Cramer once again scored a fantastic number of goals at Basketball during the recent season. This Springbok has played in all of the Inter-Provincial matches this year, as well as against "touring" American service teams from visiting naval forces. A large number of our Old Boys have been sojourning overseas. Three of them, who were all great friends at School - Brian Gordon-Hogg, Nico Vos a brilliant Schoolboy athlete and Rugby player) and Jeremy Johnson - did much hiking and touring together. The former couple are still overseas and having a wonderful time. Jeremy Townley Johnson had a rare distinction when, with a fellow South African from Queen's College, lan de Lange, they competed unofficially in an International bob-sleigh competition in Norway. Competing teams came from this latter country, Sweden, Belgium and Germany. These two worthies proceeded to come second. When enquiries were elicited re this unusual placing, the reply was: "We lost five seconds when we came off the track and had to re-mount. This loss of time pipped us, as we were 4(5th seconds behind the winners, Norway." Further enquiry regarding their exceptional speed produced this reply: "We couldn't help it. After we had stopped, far beyond the finishing-line, almost into the wilds, we realised, positively, that our 'craft' had no brakes". Climbing the famou 12,461 ft. Austrian peak Gross Glockner twice in three days was another experience which Jeremy recal.ls in enjoyable visits to the Climbing Meccas of Britain and the Continent before he worked his way around Africa down the East Coast and back to U.K. via "the other way". On shipping "types", we recall David Seeliger who was such a magnificent Schoolboy footballer when he captained the junior teams before proceeding to the General Botha. He is a cadet officer in the Bank Line plying between India and East Africa. The monotony of tbe same run must be something to contend with in those temperatures_ David de Wet, whom we recall as a first-rate athlete, is cadet officer with Harrison Line between Europe and South America. The third of this

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Truly "Annie Lorie" (if he will forgive us the liberty of thus affectionately referring to him in sincere and kindly vein) must be proud of these successes of his prodigies. We have recorded the sporting and the cultural pursuits and achievements of the foregoing, and now record a hazardous pastime with which many Old Boys have been associated - Mountaineering. We partly descri be a magnificent a~cent as described by AndrĂŠ Schoon, one of our notable cragsmen, who writes of the memorable initial ascent of the Via Centrale Turret, Castle Rocks, Ceres.

triumvirate who were great companions is Michael Lundy, who was with the Ellerman and BucknaIl Line. He saw much of the world, including Europe, the Middle East and the Far East. He is now studying for his Matric entrance to U.CT., where he hopes to take his B.Sc. and then School teaching. We hope to see him at his Old School in the course of time. Another naval type is Danie Brink from Hout Bay. Danie is acting Fourth Officer in Safmarine Line and doing and keeping very well. It is with considerable pride, and certainly with gratification to Mr. Lorie and tbe Dramatic Society, to be able to record the high praise which has been justifiably lavished on two of our fellows in Theatre. David Lytton, overseas, has merited the platitudes which critics have accorded him. Nearer home we associate ourselves with critics' praise of the equally meritorious work Cecil Jubber has produced for our benefit. The eminent Transvaal critic Garry AUighan has commented thus on Jubber's production "Soul of the White Ant". " ... this production is unexcel1ed in any of the world's studios. I have listened to programmes from 19 different countries over the past 30 years, and have watched hundreds being produced. This all-South African production outlives tbem all in my recollection .... Everytbing fuses into a profoundly impressive cumulative whole. It left me emotionally exbausted." "Soul of the White Ant" was used by Radio South Africa to commemorate the S.A.B.C.'s 25th Anniversary. It became a fabulous birthday gift, because it gave the corporation - after a 25-year mixture of mediocrity and puerility-international stature and status ... as it is entered for the Italian Prize Festival of Pisa this year. I just cannot, in my most hashished dreams, imagine what could out-class it for the prize. It already ranks high in the great epics of the air." To tbis appreciation may we add our own, more personal, as Cecil is "one of us"; appreciation deservedly accorded to him and his six-star cast, to Eugene Marais the Afrikaans poet for writing this classic, and to Stephen O'Reilly for the beautiful descriptive music. Many will recall Micbael Albs as a fine longdistance scboolboy atblete and rugby booker. The Cape Town stage bas been enbanced by his acting ability as well as by anotber of our members wbo is producing such excellent stage-decor in the person of Colin CritcWey.

In the Mountain Club Journal he writes: " ... It was obvious that our success hinged on whether the great, exposed traverse beneath the overhangs, and the actual passage (hrough the overhangs themselves, were feasible climbing propositions. We were now surveying the next pitch - a bottomless, open recess with a couple of bulges -leading to a narrow catwalk bigh on the rigbt. Tbe exposure was startling, notbing for hundreds of feet. I put the first peg in; it wasn't a good one. If I fell off here I would finish up below the overhang ... it felt terribly unsafe, all the cracks pinched out and the pegs wouldn't hold. r was thankful when tbe only good one went in up to the hilt in the horizontal crack beneath the first bulge. That was better. A long stretch up to the second bulge - and I made it." The whole description of tbe climb makes absorbing reading to tbe many of us wbo, in our younger days, also indulged in this great sport, and we thought of our former colleagues, John Lincey and George Judelsobn, who shared so many del.ightful mountain occasions with us in the somewhat long ago. AndrĂŠ Schoon and bis companions Jannie Graaff, Paul Wbite and Colin Inglis are deserving of the high acclaim which this ascent has been accorded them and their support party which made this spectacular achievement possible. For a commendable couple of sea rescues we also compliment Gray Holland and Roger Jobnson. The former helped save several bathers who got into difficulties at Llandudno, and the latter similarly rescued two boys at Clifton in tbe past year. One of our oldest Old Boys, the fabulous "Bull" pritchard of Fish Hoek, has been credited with almost a score of sea rescues during his many years, and we are happy to record that Carl van Rooyen and his band of rescuers appear to be continuing with the good work. 94

NEWS OF THE 1960 MATRIC CLASS Although we have managed to trace all of last year's matric class, a good deal of the information included here is based on hearsay, and we must take this opportunity of apologising to anyone who has been misrepresented. Still, misrepresented or not, we wish the 1960 matrics all the best in their chosen careers. As in previous years, a large number of matrics have gone on to university. Studying at Cape Town University are Geoffrey Cotton and Manfred Marx (B.Sc.); Ivan Miller, Alan Mitchell and Brian Northam (B.Sc. Engineering); Deryck McCallum (B.Sc. Chemical Engineering); John Rourke (B.Sc. Botany); Neil Heselson and Ivor Shaskolsky (Medicine); Manuel Kantor (Law); Graeme Reynolds and Ivan Stone (B.Com.); and Peter Coates (B.Sc. Engineering). Geoffrey Sher is odd man out: he is studying medicine at Stellenbosch, and he and Neil Heselson have resumed their Judo rivalry on an intervarsity level. Peter David Colman (B.A. History) is also at U.C.T. James Lewenson was also at Cape Town University until he was unfortunately involved in a motor accident in May; for a long while his condition was critical, but James is now well past the crisis and on the road to recovery. We send him our best wishes for the rest of his journey. Articled clerks and part-time students at U.C.T. include Joey Loebenstein, Robert Lumb, Trevor Schouw, Rudie Moens and Jocelyn Kahn. Anthony Tollman is also doing accountancy. Fraser Parnham, Graeme Rogers and Richard Seeliger are doing Pharmacy at the Technical College, which institute of learning is also being attended by Gavin Kemp, Peter Alport and Neville Pritchard. Neville is training to be a teacher of commercial art. At the Service Gymnasia this year we have Billy Foster and "Snowy" Dorer (Naval); David Cole and Pierre de Wet (Army); and Tom Garvan, Robin Jarmain, Michael SteeIe and "Lolly" van Niekerk (Air Force). We have one policeman in Peter Klopper, who is attending the S.A.P. training college in Pretoria. The 1960 matric class has seemingly produced only two potential bank managers: Kenneth Evans and Peter du Toit have joined local banks. As far as public servants are concerned, Roy Charles, Peter KilJin and Derrick Rainey are be-

Lieved to be with various departments of the Divisional Council, and Tommy Robinson, WilLy Gould and Ernie Lotter have gone to swell the ranks of the Provincial Administration staff. David Cook (a trainee estimator) and Robin Brady have joined printing firms. Robin and Joey Loebenstein had the distinction of being chosen to travel up-country with the Western Province Table Tennis Teams earlier this year, Robin in particular giving a good account of himself. Jerome Lewin and Brian Kelynack are with Peninsula clothing concerns. Cedric Laubscher and Peter Mundell are with S.A. Mutual, and Basil Thomas is with Southern Life Assurance Co. Raymond Tripp has joined Metal Box. Brian Michell is an accountant in Simonstown, and Graham Shantall is working at his father's business in Cape Town. Bruce Gibbons intends taking Architecture at U.C.T. Trevor Johnson is at Paarl Training College, doing a course for P.T. instructors. Several ex-matrics have succumbed to the Wanderlust in varying degrees. Denver Coleman is over in London, doing a two-year training course at a plastics factory prior to returning to his father's branch of the concern in East London. Roger Miller is also overseas, at an establjshment training guide dogs for the blind. Lindsay Talmud is spending this year in Israel, studying the country and its way of life, before returning to Cape Town to attend university. Paddy Webster is a trainee draughtsman in Oranjemund. Donald Versteegh and Louis Koen are thought to be in Pretoria, and Alexus Basson is up-country, "in amongst the mines". Brian Docke is working as a shipping clerk with a well-known shipping firm in Cape Town. After doing a spot of globe-trotting and "hitting the high spots" in Europe, Derek Siegel has returned to work in his father's outfitters' shop in Wynberg. David Rennie remains our mystery man. He is known to be still in the Peninsula, and thought to be working in Rondebosch. We must apologise for not being able to ascertain exactly what he is doing. Roger Townley-Johnson has been doing bis old School proud. Many Old Boys will have read of his participation in .the rescue of three swimmers dragged out to sea by strong undertow at Llandudno.

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IDn jM拢lnnriant lan Ellefsen The following obituary bas been kindly s.upplied by Mr. Ivan Sewrey: It is with deep regret that I read of the death early this year of Ian Ellefsen, who was in my class at School and who passed his Senior Certificate in the same year that I did-1938. His passing at such an early age - about forty - came as a shock to all who knew him at School and in later years. He was well-liked at School and, as far as I remember, took part in most activities. Unfortunately I had not met him for a number of years prior to his death, and consequently cannot state what the nature of his employment was or what interests he developed in recent times, but we of the ]938 class would like to express our deepest sympatby to bis family.

The Old Boys' Union has received, with regret, the news of the passing of the following paststudents, and expresses its deepest sympathy to all who mourn their loss: Harold Frederick Webb Mr. Webb died in Claremont on ]9th July, 1961, at the age of 73, and in his passing tbe Union has lost a member whose support has been invaluable, for, when the post-war reorganisation of the Union commenced, it was Mr. Webb who supplied a host of names of Old Boys for membership, together with much interesting information about them. Mr. Webb had a varied career. After leaving School in ]906, he joined the Equitable Insurance Company. When the 1914-18 War broke out, he served- in the trencbes with the South African Brigade and was at Delville Wood for some time, although he missed the Battle of Delville Wood itself. On returning to South Africa, he taught for a while at Zonnebloem College, wben it existed for the purpose of educating the sons of Native chiefs. Later he tried farming for a sbort time, and finally joined the Post Office, wbere he remained for the rest of his days. He had many interests, per baps the keenest of which was bis interest in Theological matters. All his life he was a regular and loyal churchman.

Dr. Harry M. Wolfsohn Tbe following obituary has been kindly supplied by Mr. Townley Johnson : A member of an old and respected Wynberg family, Or. Wolfsohn attended School for his secondary education and was a most popular and brilliant scholar during the 20's. The classical side of education was his forte, altbough he played some cricket and enjoyed bis rugby in tbe junior teams, wbere his considerable weight was extremely useful in tbe scrum. After finishing his schooling, he proceeded to the Un.iversity of Cape Town, where he studied medicine with success, obtaining his M.B., Ch.B. degrees and Diploma of Public Healtb. In his later career as a medical man he was domiciled in Kimberley, in which city he held tbe important post of Medical Officer of Health until his untimely death early this year at a compara路 tively young age. All the Old Boys who knew him as a fine companion and an unassuming and kindly personality will mourn bis passing, while offering sincere con路 dolences to his wife, his family and his relatives.

Stanley S. Elliott Mr. Elliott died about a year ago in his early eighties. The Union possesses little information about Mr. Elliott, for he spent most of bis iife in India as a commissioner of one of the railway systems, wbere be remained until his retirement. He settled first in England, but, finding tbe cold too much of a contrast after India's beat, he returned to South Africa and bought abouse almost next door to the School. In his later years he became very frail, but continued to support Union functions, the last of which he attended being the annual dinner of two or three years ago. In appearance be was tall and distinguished, with a scholarly air. Although strict in his religious life as a member of the Plymouth Brethren he was most courteous, kindly and friendly in his attitude towards others. Mr. Elliott was unmarried.

Frederick Adolf Punt Mr. Pun.t died at Diep River in July, 1961, at tbe age of 45, when the farmbouse in. which he was sleeping caught fire. Mr. Punt was born in the same house, and, after leaving School in tbe middle 30's, worked as a poultry and vegetable farmer in partnership with bis brother.

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orthopaedic surgeon of Cape Town and settled in England about a year ago. He was at Wynberg until standard 6 when, we understand, bis family moved up country.

The following obituary has been kindly supplied by Mr. T. Bruce Gibbons: R. H. )Harry) Giddey, who died at Mossel Bay in January of this year, was tbe eldest of seven brothers, six of whom attended our Scbool, from about 1887 onwards.

Fred A. N. Di.ik and Donald Di.ik It is with profound sorrow tbat we announce the deaths of two Old Boys, father and son, witbin about six montbs of each other.

Harry was born in England in 1882, came with his fatber and mother to this country as a baby, was educated at Wynberg Boys' High Scbool, and at the age of sixteen went to England to train in the drapery business.

Major Fred Olik was another of Wynberg's colourful characters and men of action. He died at his home in Muizenberg at the age of 63.

J. C. (Jack) Anderson

On his return here be "travelled" for Wilson & Gilmour, merchants, and later for Jaggers of Cape Town. Then he worked as a buyer for MatreBruyns of Mossel Bay. In 1925 he joined his uncle's business, Pearce's of Claremont, as a Director, and after three or four years left for Mossel Bay again to set up as an agent witb a Mr. Dymond - Dymond & Giddey. In Mossel Bay be stayed and worked and made himself one of tbe best-loved men in that area. Apart from tbe memory of him as a vital, kindly and Christian man, he has left Victoria Park a garden of beauty and loveliness whicb wiU forever be one of Mossel Bay's gems of attraction to residents, children and travellers. Victoria Park was his very own creation, and be spent time, energy and thousands of pounds making it tbe delight it now is to ail wbo visit it.

Dr. Anderson died at Bath in England in September at the age of 40. He was a well-known A few years after be left School the 1914-18 War broke out and he joined the R.A.F. He served as a pilot in France in the primitive planes of that era. Flying must have been in his blood for, a few years after the war, he broke the record from England to tbe Cape. On another occasion he made a forced landing on Table Mountain. For a time he was Officer Commanding Young's Field, and was also an instructor in the S.A.A.F. In the last war he served again in the R.A.F. as a pilot. After tbe war he became a manufacturer's representative, and at last settled down to something like a routine life. He became a keen bowler, and in March of this year was one of the official umpires at the S.A. Bowling Championships.

I, personally, remember Harry Giddey as a cheery character witb an almost elfin-like humour twinkling from his bright eyes. He was a worthy son of, and a credit to, our School and his passing is mourned by all who knew him.

Donald, his elder son, left School about eigbt years ago and joined his father's firm. A few years later he went to Johannesburg to open a branch of the firm. Motoring to Cape Town to be with his family during the Christmas holidays, he was killed when his car was in collision with another.

Incidentally, the other Giddey brothers were, in order of seniority (after Harry): Stewart, Claude, Gerald (of sprinting fame), Cecil (S.A.C.S.), Percy and Sidney.

LATE NEWS The Old Boys' Dinner

Time has dealt kindly with "Godfrey". At times during the evening it seemed that we were back in his class, listening to the remarks and opinions of a clear and cultivated mind.

Tbe Annual Dinner held in the Constantia Room of tbe Grand Hotel was a "bouse-full" occasion wben the usual re-union of old friends took place. The sight of Or. Bobbins mingling with his old students took many of us back a quarter of a century and more to the days of O. Henry, Greek legends, G. B. Shaw and "wordguessing" on the board.

Younger Old Boys who have heard their elders discuss, almost with awe, the prodigious feats of Dr. Bobbins' memory bad the opportunity of judging for themselves when, in his toast to the Union, he recalled personalities and events which

many had since forgotten. It was an unforgettable evening and a worthy celebration of our Festival Dinner. To mention all who attended would be a difficult task, but among them were Mr. Cl egg, looking as fit as ever; J. Williams-Ashmann, a missionary from the Congo who escaped when conditions were blackest ; G. W. Scott, one of the Scott family referred to in the School History, and Mr. Duggie Thomson, the autbor of it.

The Past ys. Present Rugby Match We cannot supply any "social notes" this event, as the match was played in a and only a thin line of diehard spectators The commentary on the game will be the Rugby results section.

STOP PRESS Harry Pearce had a good season with Claremont Cricket Club last summer. He has been studying for a part-time B.Comm. and will write his first exams this year. Good luck for success in both spheres.

The Medical Profession was represented by Or. Stanley Eddy, Dr. J. Heselson and his son Neil, Gustav Marais, son of beloved "Choker", Dr. L. Mendelssohn, Dr. de Kock, cheery as ever, and Dr. Max Querido, wbo has bought a motor-bike (to compete with his Mercedes?).

A. Kilwarden Wolfe, last year's Chairman of the Cape Guild of Organists, bas been elected Chairman of the Melodic Cboral Society.

Among the Arcbitects we saw Billy Darrol, Medley Langley on crutches following an accident at squash, Ernie Ford and Bruce Gibbons, Acting Chairman of the School Committee. Accountants included Stanley Jones, secretary of the School Committee, and Tommy Goodson.

Alan Hodges, a bank clerk by profession, has been recording some good times in long-distance running. Norman Clayden bas left for the U.K. wbere he will spend a year. He hopes to keep up his rugby while be is tbere.

From an earlier era there were D. Langridge, W. Abbott and S. W. Dunn.

Jack Export during Lagos. tories, admit

Among the sportsmen we had Dave Stewart, Lionel Wilson, Gus Bosch, Fritz Bing, who with 1. Savage has won a Claremont Cr.icket Club award, "Roly" Slabber and Eric Watson, whose voice bad not recovered from tbe previous Saturday morning.

Goodson, wbo is with the Coca-Cola Co., bas been stationed in West Africa the last two years. At present he is in His work takes him to many African terribut he found that his passport wouLd not him to Liberia and Sierra Leone.

Taking a run out to Newlands recently we found Howard Bates in charge of the City Survey Office, and next door Desmond Riley running one of the Roads and Drainage Brancbes. Howard keeps fit these days by being Cubmaster to a vi.olently active Wolf Cub pack.

Finally there were Felix Craye, another Saturday morning "regular", Dick Friedlander, now a City as well as a Provincial Councillor, Peter Skeeles, Ted Pickup, Alex Solomon, who is doing well in the Provincial Administration, Denis Watson, Dave PosweIl, R. Wainwright and Hilary Langley, the City Council's Valuation Records Officer. A special welcome went to R. Silverman, who came in from Saldanha Bay, where his brother is the Mayor. Ralph speakers. proposed Bowden toast to ponded.

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News comes from yet another Old Boy who is making a name for himself oversea s- Hal Shaper - wbo matriculated in 1949. This year be was jointly responsible for the production of a musical version of Charlotte Bronté's immortal story, "Jane Eyre," which ran for three weeks at the Theatre Royal, Windsor.- In addition to being responsible for tbe adaptation of the story, be wrote the lyrics for the new musical play. He recalls the striking coincidence that Charlotte Bronté's close friend, Mrs. Gaskeil, wrote her extraordinary "Life of Charlotte Bronté" at 102, Cbeyne Walk, in Chelsea, and a century later the majority of tbe work on tbe adaptation was conceived just a few doors away at 125 - his own residence. Congratulations, Hal; keep it up.

Felbert was in tbe Cbair to welcome the On this occasion Professor D. Inskip the toast to the School, to which Mr. responded. Or. Bobbins proposed tbe the Union, to which Selwyn Myers res-

Tbe tenor of the speeches was reflected in the rendering by the Wynberg Old Boys' Union Choral Society, of the song, "Happy Birthday Dear Wynberg, Happy Birthday to You," which, at Mr Bowden's suggestion, ended the festivities.

THE COMPLETE SCHOOL,

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