Wynberg Boys' Schools Magazine 1966 by Wynberg Boys' High School

ANNUAL MAGAZINE OF THE

WYNBERG BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL

DECEMBER 1966

SENIOR

SCHOOL

STAFF

PRINCIPAL Mr. N. R. Blackbeard,

B.A. VICE-PRINCIPALS

Mr. W. Lennox, B.SC.(HONS.). Mr. Gilmore, B.A. SPECIAL GRADE ASSISTANTS Mr. H. E. de W. Tasker, B.A. Mr. A. J. A. Morris, B.A. Mr. J. L. Mathew, B.SC. ASSISTANTS J. H. Blom, B.A. ...... Afrikaans, Religious Instruction J. C. Boltman, M.A. Latin, Religious Instruction D. Bromberger, B.A.(HONS.) . English Afrikaans J. G. De Jongh, B.A. . . T. W. Fair, B.SC. . . Mathematics, Science E. P. Hopkins, A.I.C.B.(SC.), N.C.T.C. Mathematics, Bookkeeping, Commercial metic A.B.C.l.(LOND.) Mr. N. J. Jordaan, B.A.(HONS.) Social Studies, Afrikaans Mr. P. Kallaway, B.A.(HONS.) Social Studies, English Mr. F. A. J. Kooy, B.A. General Science. Mr. M. Mc.Minn, N.A.T.D. Art, General Science Mr. A. Noffki, B.A. Physical Education, General Science Mr. V. J. Parkins, B.A . English, Mathematics Mr. H. H. E. Peacock, M.A . English, Religious Instruction Miss E. A. SeckeI, B.SC. Science Mr. D. S. Sieberhagen, B.A. Afrikaans Mr. C. J. A. Unger, B.SC. ...... Mathematics Mr. A. Verwymeren, M.O. MUSIC, U.P.L.M. Music Mr. J. J. Voigt, H.P.T.C. Metalwork, Woodwork CARETAKER: Mr. Brocker. GROUNDSMAN: Mr. HoLmes. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr.

JUNIOR Principal . Vice-Principal Sub AI SUb A2 Std. lA Std. IB Std.2A Std. 2B Std. 3A Std. 3B Std.4A Std. 48 Std. 5A Std. 58 Physical Training Class Singing . Remedial Speech Eurhythmics . Speech Training and Piano Violin Cello School Secretary

Play

Production

SCHOOL

STAFF

Mr. A. Lorie Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.SC. Miss B. Durham Mrs. D. Hutchison Miss L. Marsh Miss P. Watters Mrs. I. Oberholzer Miss L. Cowley Mr. R. Just Mr. F. Smith Mr. M. Bohling Mr. K. Hutchison Mr. A. Lorie Mr. K. Pretorius Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.SC. Mrs. E. Jennings Mrs. Zwarts Mrs. M. Botha Mrs. R. Just Dr. C. Brown, F.R.C.O. Mr. A. Lorie Miss R. Hutchinson Mrs. R. F. Buchanan

Arith-

Some weeks ago a very enjoyable talent contest was held in tbe school hall. A gratifying aspect of the evening's entertainment was the fact that many of the most successful performers were pupils who have not distinguished tbemselves academically, and one was left pondering the wasteful inadequacies of an educational system tbat can afford to ignore such diversity of talent.

It is indeed pitiful, especially in the junior classes, to note tbe frustrated withdrawal and tbe lethargy that overcomes so many pupils when they realise that what is asked of them is a mental alertness and feats of memory for which they are not suited. And after repeated failures in their first two standards in the high scbool, they leave and enter one of tbe trades. Not that any slur attaches to the trades - far from it - but it is deplorable that an apprentice should have left school having gained no worthwhile or satisfying education, or without having been put in tbe way of fulfilling tbe promise of his natural talents.

Our high-school curriculum falls between two stools. On the one band it is designed to meet the needs of pupils proceeding to tbe universitywith the result that there is a very considerable bias .in favour of academic and intellectual attainment - and on the other it attempts at the same time to cater for tbe needs of the academically less gifted. It fails both groups, if tbe despair of university authorities and tbe wasted, frustrating years spent at school by those who fail to gain a Junior Certificate are reliable criteria.

Much is being made of the need to extend and stimulate our brighter pupils, and plans are afoot to revise our syllabuses so that we shall send to the universities pupils better prepared for advanced academic studies, but a plea is made bere for those who fall by the wayside during their early years of schooling. For tbem a bold and revolutionary replanning is necessary. In all except a few cases, talent of some sort is there. We must unearth it, develop it, and in so doing afford these youngsters the dignity of achievment and fulfilment.

If ever our educational

system did meet the needs of society and of individuals, it certainly does not do so at present. Modern economy is so diversjfied and sophisticated that intellectual and academic attainments satisfy only a fraction of its needs. There is a ready and greedy market for a host of other qualities tbat are not recognised or developed by our curriculum.

A side-effect might be the reduction of destructive, senseless, purposeless rowdyism that so often goes by the name of entertainment.

In most city schools there is a constant coming and going of staff and one becomes accustomed to the strange and mainly young new faces that appear in the staffroom at tbe commencement of each year. One is grateful, therefore, for the bard core of experienced teacbers wbo bave put down roots and made the School their professional abode.

Until

three

years ago we had

four serving

members of staff who between tbem had contri-

buted 130 years of service to the School. First we lost Mr. Arguile and then Dr. Wood, and It is with great regret that we now report the loss of Mr. Thorp, vice-principal, and Mr. Tasker, senior special-grade assistant. Mr. Thorp retired on pension at the end of the first term, but after only a 1

PREFECTS Third Row (I. to r.): E. Jennings, P. Gilmour, P. McPherson, 1. Wiegman, H. Wegner, A. Blotnick. Second Row (I. to r.): L. WerbelofT, E. Merrifield, W. Millar, P. van Blommestein. A. Craxton, J. Fine. Front Row (I. to r.): J. Dodd, W. Barnes (Deputy Head Prefect), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal), B. Probyn (Head Prefect), Mr. W. Lennox (V lP), E. de Swardt, G. Kleyn.

must attribute tbeir excellent History prowess in Rugby to his indefatigable

brief respite found hjmself roped in to fill an urgent need at S.A.C.S., his Old School. Fortunately his talents are not wasted, for be is now teaching at Pinelands High School. In what year our

passes zeal.

and

Others who have left us since our last publication are Mr. Driessen, now at Pinelands High; Mr. W. Morris, whose health, we are glad to report, is now sufficiently recovered to allow him to resume teaching at Bergvliet ; and Dr. Wood, who is now at Plum::tead High after caring for our ground in the two years since his retirement from the teaching staff.

the case of Mr. Tasker this notice is somepremature, for be leav3 us at the end of the and a fuller tribute will be paid, as usual, in next issue.

In the meantime we should Ijke him to know that his expert handljng of rus professional and extra-mural duties bave earned him our gratitude and that of thousands of boys, of whom many

There are no fewer than nine additions staff this year. Science teacbers, it seems,

to the are at

find disappointing in tbeir children stems from the parents' unwillingness to give of tbemselves to their children.

a premium, and we were fortunate to secure the services of Miss SeckeI, who took over the classes taught by Mr. Thorp. At the end of the second term Mr. J. Mathew went on furlough and Mrs. Ryan was good enough to step into the breach. To both these ladies we offer our thanks for helping us in time of need.

The ladies' section of tbe P.T.A., headed by Mrs. Hamburger, has done a splendid job. The tuckshop is besieged during the school-breaks, and was of inestimable value during the winter months when boys were able to buy soup, a hot snack and coffee. Also greatly appreciated is tbeir presence on Saturday mornings to serve refreshments to players and spectators. We should like to offer our very warmest thanks to Mrs. Hamburger and ber band of mothers wbo perform this most valuable service.

Mr. Voigt, who came to us from Paarl Training College to take charge of the Woodwork and Manual Training Classes, has taken up residence in Littlewood House. He is assisted by Mr. Swanepoel, who spends three days a week with us. This arrangement alJows our Std. VI's to make a start with Woodwork, a subject formerly introduced in Std. VII.

The cultural highlight of the year for the High School was Mr. Peacock's production of tbe trial scene from "The Caine Mutiny". It was a sellout for its three-night run, and we are looking forward to his next production.

Also in the boarding-house is Mr. Fair, whose subject is Mathematics. He comes from Pretoria, where his father is vice-principal of the Boys' High School. Understandably, he has shaken down rapidly.

An evening's entertainment on a different level, but just as popular and entertaining, was a Talent Contest beid recently in the hall. An astonishing variety of talent was uncovered and tbe staff was left with the wry thought that if half as much effort and enthusiasm were put into schoolwork, teaching would be a very rewarding profession.

Mr. P'eacock, from Fish Hoek High, has a full timetable of English; Mr. de Jongh, from Selborne College, East London, teaches Afrikaans; Mr. Unger, formerly of Plumstead High, teaches Mathematics and Science; and Mr. Kallaway has come to us from Simonstown to teach English and Social Studies.

Our school societies, run very largely by the boys themselves, continue to provide an outlet for a wide range of abilities and interests, besides performing the very valuable function of familiarising members with committee procedure and teaching them to assume responsibility.

To all these gentlemen we extend a hearty welcome and hope that their stay at Wynberg will be long and happy. And this applies, too, to Mr.Holmes, our new ground3man, to wbom we are indebted for tbe excellence of our playing fields.

There is still nothing to add to last year's scant news about tbe move to tbe Hawthornden grounds. The matter is now largely out of our hands and we must wait patiently for the whole laborious procedure to bear fruit - in not less than five years.

The departure of Mr. Thorp left vacant a viceprincipalship to which Mr. Gilmore was appointed, and the resulting special-grade assistant vacancy was filled by Mr. A. Morris. Congratulations. Another promotion we are happy to record is Mr. McMinn's, wbose marriage took place early in the year. We wish him and Mrs. McMinn every bappiness.

As can be seen, it has been a placid and uneventful year. Tbe only drama has been supplied by a firm of contractors who are renovating and re-decorating the school. Jn after years when we recall the splintering glass, the thud of falling masonry and the jets of misdirected steam that come through vacant window frames, we'll say, 'We never closed'.

Our Parent-Teacber's Association, formed last year, is now functioning smoothly and witb obvious benefit to all concerned. Mr. Katz is to be congratulated on arranging two outstandingly successful meetings. At the first M r. Hurley was kind enough to show a film on space travel and lectured very knowledgeably afterwards; and at the second Mr. Pfuhl, a Personnel Officer, had his audience banging on every word - no mean feat, as he was suggesting tbat much that parents

Finally, we say goodbye to our Std. X classes. When the magazine reacbes them they will be wrestling with their last school examinations. We wish them luck and success, and hope tbat they will recall their school days with pleasure. 3

COMBINED

MATRICS

Back Row (1. to r.): M. Cann, R. Schultz, P. Reynolds, G. Doeke, A. Srubis, D. Anziska, S. Blanckenberg, D. Ger, R. Perrot-Humphrey, C. Braude, G. Taylor, P. Robertshaw. Third Row (1. to, r.): S. Stichling, B. Fisher, E. Green, L. Bridgens, M. Radomsky, S. Jacobs, T. Boyce, Q. Gibbs, D. Gauld, L. Roberts, D. Glasser, R. Scott, D. Bairstow, G. van Besouw, H. Morris. Second Row (1. to r.): N. Ward, B. Pringle, C. Kemp, J. Best, B. McIntyre, C. Wolf, J. des Lingeris, W. Millar, P. van Blommestein, V. Watson-Smith, A. Lawson, M. Bates, S. Scott, G. Booth, G. Main, D. Sawyer. Front Row (1. to r.): E. Jennings, J. Fine, E. Merrifield, L. Werbeloff, P. Gitmour, G. Kleyn, J. Dodd, Mr. W. Lennox (V lP), B. Probyn (Head Prefect), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal), W. Barnes (Deputy Head Prefect), Mr. V. Parldns, J. Wiegman, Mr. J. Blom, A. Blotnick, E. de Swardt, A. Craxton, P. MePherson.

SENIOR

CERTIFICATE,

Snyman, M. G., Treadaway, M. C., Van Dam,

1965

W. L., Wynton, B. D. First CLass Pass:

Habndiek, K., Hamburger, R.

A., Horwitz, R. C., Katz, R. 1., Pogrund, N. E.,

Rookledge, C. J. Second CLass Pass:

Second

Class:

Adshade, T., Baerecke, P. L.,

Barnard, P. L., Barrett-Jolley, R. W., BatweIl, Ainsworth, 1. W., Banks, D.

B., Basker, R., Baston, R., Boyd, V., Briel, H. V., Byron, A. M., Clarke, C. J., Crawford, R. N., De Srrudt, B. J., Eis, E., Emms, M., Feyt, T. L., Finberg, M., Fisber-Jeffer, B. N., Gargan, R. W., Glaum, F. C., Goetze, G. P.,

H. T., Blakemore, J., Burke, W. R., Buwalda, L., Cann, M. W., Carter, M. J., Champion, F.

R., Clark, G. C., Coates, N. A., oetzee, A. P., Cox, M. K., David,!.

M., Deane, M. N.,

Dewar, M. D., De Witt, D., Donaldson, R. J., Du Toit, M. L., Dyason, B. G., Eddy, E. V.,

Goodwin, C. M., Greef, J. J., Green, J. H.,

Eksteen, H., Eygelaar, G. A., Falconer, J. G.,

Hammond, G. C., Hendrikse, J. W., Home, A.,

Fitzwilliams, R. B. L., Fowler, R. H., Fried, J.,

Hoy, N. D. J., Hughes, D. C., Jones, H.

c.,

Gargan, H., Geldenbuys, E. B., Gill, D. J.,

Laas, P. J., Le Roux, D. C., Nieuwoudt,!.

S.,

Gluckman, D. E., Goldblatt,

J., Green, L.,

PillJlips, D. C., Raymond, L. E., Rutter, C. S.,

Harris, R. J. N., Hayman, M., Heydenrych, J.

Simcock, G. R., Slabber, C., Shedden, E., Ste-

J., Humphries,

phens, C. G., Tamlin, M. G., Waters, D. L.,

Kahn, B. M., Kaplan, H., KasseI, R. L., Katz,

Watson, B. A.

K. D., Keith, L. A., King, G. C., Knox, G. R.,

D. M. C., Hurwitz,

M. B.,

Lipshitz, G. H., Long, K. W., Loubser, E. D. L., Mackie, D. E., Mackay, 1. D., Marshall,

JUNIOR

CERTIFICATE,

Mclean, S. D., Millar, D. K., Morse, R. J.,

1965

A. R., McClurg, M. W., McIntosh,

T. A.,

First CLass: Bridgens, K. A., Butler, G. A., By-

Miitti, P. D., Neilson, K. S., Neilson, T. R. B.,

water, R. A., Campbell, D. M., Herbert, M. F.,

Patrick, B., Pearce, B. G., Pfeil, G. T., Pick-

Hurwitz, A. M., Kosner, K. M., Leyser, S.,

thaII, T. J., Pickup, B. L., Potts, N. M. R.,

Maimin, C. L., Miller, J. H., Oettle, T. S., Oostbuizen, J. H., Osrin, L. B., Pascall, A.,

Scott, 1. M., Scott, P., Sidman, D. J., Standley, A. P., Trollip, K. D., Van der Lindn, R. P.,

Paterson,

Van Eyssen, R. G., Vickerman, L., Wilmot,

S. P. H., Phematicatos,

M. C.,

Pringle, J. S., Sesselberg, F., Slome, J. M.,

M., Wouter, P.

Tills page sponsored by KeniLworth Pharmacy, Main Road, Kenilworth.

1965 Std. Std. Std. Std. Std. Std.

6A: Class Prize: A. Werbeloff. 6B: Class Prize: A. Wilmot. 60: Class Prize: D. Blanckenberg. 6B: English, Mathematics: P. Anderton. 6A: Latin: P. Dowling. 6B: Afrikaans, Merit Prize, Gen. Science: J.Ormond. Std. 60: Social Studies: P. Buchholtz. Std.6A: Merit Prize: W. Ward. Std. 6A: Merit Prize: D. Oelbridge. Std. 7 A: Class Prize, English: R. Josephson. Std. 7B: Class Prize, Woodwork: A. Goosen. Std. 7C: Class Prize, Commercial: R. Pawley. Std. 70: Class Prize: T. Wegner. Std. 7E: Class Prize: B. Morris. Std. 7 A: Afrikaans, Latin, Social Studies, Merit: M. Rubin. Std. 7 A: Mathematics, Merit Prize: A. Beattie. Std.7C: General Science: T. Pawley. Std.7A: English, Merit: A. Benjamin. Std. 7A: Merit Prize: P. Goodwin. Std.7A: Merit Prize: J. Katz. Std. 7A: Merit Prize: R. Pogrund. Std.7A: Merit Prize: J. Bloom. Std. 70: Merit Prize: N. Oettle. Std. 7E: Merit Prize: S. Marcus. Std. SA: Class Prize, Latin, Social Studies: J. Miller. Std. SC: Class Prize: T. Oettle. Std. SA: Oavidowitz Prize for English, Merit: M. Herbert. Std. SA: A fr.ikaans. Merit: C. Mairnin. Std. SA: Mathematics. General Science, Merit: A. Hurwitz. Std. SC: Commercial: B. Wynton. Std. SA: M eeit Prize: K. Kesner. Std. SA: Merit Prize: S. Leyser. Std. 9A: Class Prize, Afrikaans, Biology: H. Wegner. Std.9C: Class Prize: W. MiLlar. Std. 9A: English, Merit: W. Barnes. Std. 9C: Mathematics: A. Craxton. Std. 9A: Latin, Physical Science, Merit: N. Pasvolsky.

Merit:

L. Werbeloff.

Std. 9A:

History,

Std. 9A:

Geography:

H. Morris.

Std. 9B:

Metalwork:

P. McPherson.

Std.9A:

Merit:

J. Fine.

Std.9C: Commerce: B. McIntyre. Std. IDA: Class Prize, Afrikaans, D. F. Marais Prize: K. Hahndiek. Std. IDA: Mathematics, Maskew Millar Prize for History, Merit Prize: R. Katz. Std. IDA: Physical Science, Friedlander Memorial Prize for Engl ish: R. Horwitz. Std. IDA: Biology: E. EIs. Std. IDA:

History:

Std. IDA:

Geography:

R. Hamburger. V. Boyd.

Std. IOC: Commerce: R. Barton. Std. IDA: Bevan Prize-English Reading (1st): H. Briel. Std. 9A: Bevan Prize-English Reading (2nd): M. Nodue. Std. 1DA: Bevan Prize-English Reading (2nd): R. Horwitz. Std. IDA: Templeton P'rize (Music): D. Grodd. Std. IDA: Arguile Prize (Latin): Q. Rook ledge. Std. 9C: Epworth Music Society Cup (for services to Music): M. Bates. Std. 9A: ditto : N. Pasvolsky. Std. SA: ditto : M. Herbert. Std. IDA: ditto : O. Grodd. Caxton Prize for outstanding effort: G. Abelsohn. Std. IDA: Steyl Cup (most improved footballer): Q. Rookledge. Abelsohn Cup for Matric pupil who has done most for tbe School: G. Hammond (Head Prefect). Life Membership of Old Boys' Union (Head Prefect): G. Hammond. Friedlander Shield: Wellington House (G. Hammond, capt.)

Bevan 1st 2nd

English .

Reading

Competition

R. Fitzwilliams. W. Barnes.

FRITZ

GERHARD

THORP

Ten years short of a hali-century is a prodigious slice of anyone's life to devote to the service of an institution. Coming to Wynberg in 1926 as a young Science master, Fritz Gerhard Thorp, highly qualified and talented, has witnessed many changes in the growth and development of the School. Starting in a laboratory with a cracked stone floor and using spirit lamps, he first lectured to (l matriculation class of fourteen, a distant though clearly defined memory when silhouetted against the background of his present lectureroom, with its up-to-date equipment and tiers of benches packed with senior pupils. In those early days, the Senior and Junior schools existed under one roof, and often he found himself deputising in the lower standards for teachers absent through illness. At the University of Cape Town, be was a member of the Students' Representative Council and also President of the Education Society and, apart from being a very keen mountaineer, he captained the V.C.T. First Soccer Eleven. In his early period at Wynberg, he started the Debating Society, remaining in personal charge for twenty-five years and laying the sound foundation for its future successful development. He also instituted the Cross-Country Race, ran the annual athletic meetings, and supervised the administration of the Thrift Club.

"Freddie" Thorp will probably be best remembered for his essential kindliness, an endearing quality laced with a quiet sense of humour and a shy friendliness. Many were the times when he went far out of his way to be helpful both to the Staff and the boys he taught, and young masters in particular will not forget his ever-willing assistance and advice.

In the middle 1930's, he went on a year's exchange to the Royal Grammar School, Guildford, took a post-graduate course at King's College, London, and ava.iled himself of the opportunity of visiting many of the great English public schools, including Eton and Winchester. At this time, too, he became a member of the British Institute of Philosophical Studies.

Well liked by the young and well remembered by those who have left school, the ringing approbation given to his speeches at Old Boys' Dinners is a warm testimony to his lasting popularity and to the estimation of the value of what he has contributed to Wynberg.

Proficient in administration, he was ultimately appointed Vice-Principal, and during Mr. Bowden's ill-health, for several periods amounting in all to over one year, he ably administered the school as Acting-Principal with tact and efficiency.

H.E.T. 7

Have you considered

the S.A. Police as a career?

It would be worthwhile

doing so.

Enquire at your nearest Police Station for particulars - or Write to ,the Commissioner 0f Police, Private Bag 94, Pretoria 8

It is interesting

to note how tbe naming of climbs bas changed down the abyss of time. In the old days, most of the routes received the name of the buttress up which they meandered plus some other suitable noun to go with it. For instance: Africa Crag, Africa Face, Kasteels Gulley, etc. During tbe next stage in route-naming the names of main buttresses were still used, but the nouns which followed were most original and imaginative. Eg., Valken Parapet, Corridor Triangles, Barrier Edge, etc. Coming to modern times, we bave a completely revolutionary approacb. Gone are the names of buttresses and natural phenomena, and peculiar words and quaint phrases take their place. Eg., Touch-and-go, Flypaper Face, Desperation Corner, Block and Tackle, Snakes and Ladders and a bost of others describing more one's feelings on the climb than the climb itself. There are two remarkable things about the flora of Table Mountain. Firstly, the extraordinary number of species and then tbe amazing adaptation of the plants to varying climatic and physical conditions on the mountain itself. In "Flora of the Cape Peninsula", by Prof. Adamson and Capt. Salter, 2,622 species are listed as being indigenous to the Peninsula. This number is larger than all the known species in the British Isles, so we have indeed been richly blessed by Nature. I suppose the most renowned and celebrated of our Cape flowers is the Disa Uniflora, altbough this is by no means the only member of the disa family which Table Mountain supports. In the summer months I have walked along the stream feeding the De Villiers Reservoir and counted over 150 blooms along its mossy banks. Later in the year one can make an excursion to the southern Apostles and Grootkop and walk amid veritable fields of the blue Veld Disas. Tben there are the crassulas - bright flasbes of red against the grey rocks of the Africa cliffs, interspersed here and tbere with Climbers Friend, the sturdy roots of which make such a good hold for the rock-climber. Walking on the slopes of tbe Back Table, you can look down on the

TABLE MOUNTAIN When we who live in Cape Town casually glance up at Table Mountain, usually only to ascertain the prevailing weatber conditions, we little realise that this mountain contains the very reason for our being here. For if Table Mountain were not here, the "Fairest Cape" would indeed be a "Cape of Storms". There are few who know the history of tbis natural heritage wbich we Capetonians take so mucb for granted; yet our mountain has indeed a wonderful and fascinating story to tell those who care to delve into its past. The first recorded ascent of the mountain took place in 1503 by a Portuguese mariner, Antonia da Saldanha, after whom Saldanha Bay is named. Apparently be made his way to the summit up what is now called Platteklip Gorge. He writes that he found the rock ledges to be inbabited by baboons and also informs us that h.is party found abundant water on the summit. Much later, in the 17th century, we read tbat mariners often climbed the mountain as a form of recreation, and in the following century Dr. Thunberg recorded some fifteen ascents that he made by four different routes. He was a Swedish botanist and he left some interesting notes on the wonderful flora of our mountain. The first allusion to the so-called "table-cloth" was made by William Hickey in his memoirs. He writes of an arduous ascent that took almost twenty hours to accomplish - and little wonder, if we are to believe his description of the prodigious repast that he records baving enjoyed. However, it was only towards the end of tbe last century that climbing began as a serious pastime. In fact, the history of tbe climbing of Table Mountain is really the history of the Mountain Club which was founded at this time. During the 1890's and the early part of this century many fine climbs were opened, and the rock climbs of tbos,e early times remain tbe classic routes of todayold favourites like Right Face, Valken Buttress, Spring Stepover and many otbers. 9

footplatemen, or were connected with railways in some other sphere. There was my grandfather who came to South Africa from the Great Western Railways of England. From the start he was a lover of his locomotives, and his firemen spoke highly of him. For him, as for many, the cab of a locomotive was treated as his second home. There are so many people who don't realise how much time these men spend in their cabs, and that on a Karoo run like that of my grandfather's, temperatures during summer sometimes reach ] 30路F or more in a steam engine. We can be thankful that electrification has to some extent reduced these conditions. During the life of enginemen, no matter how capable and careful they may be, there is usually no escaping the inevitable mishap, which u~ually leaves its mark on his appearance or character. There was, for instance, the night when my grandfather ploughed into four hundred sheep nestling in a railway cutting, and another time when his fast goods train on the Beaufort West - De Aar run overturned, through the negligence of a station foreman in setting the points wrongly.

massed greenery of Kirstenbosch. Higher up the slopes the general tone changes to silver where the sun glints on the bearded leaves of the silver trees. Then there are the sombre pine forests in the middle of the Back Table, tbe sparse, windswept shrubs of the Iligb Western Table, and the reeds and moss of the damp Eastern Table. Every different area of the mountain sports its own peculiar vegetation and the experienced mountaineer can establish his approximate wbereabouts if he knows his flowers well. Table Mountain is not a high mountain as the Alps are high, nor is it a great mountain as tbe Himalayas are great, but no other mountain can claim to be as close to the hearts of the men and women who love it as can this national heritage of ours. There are those who climb it for its prospects, those who study its flora, those who seek adventure on its precipitous crags - but no matter what the motive for tbeir exertions, these people all unanimously agree that to climb it once is an experience unforgettable, and to climb it often and regularly is to live a new and higber life. As General Smuts once said on its summit: "The men and women of the coming centuries, who will in ever-increasing numbers seek health and inspiration on this great mountain summit, will find here not only the spirit of Nature, but also the spirit of Man blending with it." W.

BARNEs,

Wa.

FOOTPLATEMEN Railways are the interfusers of mankind and in South Africa they penetrate the remotest, most backward and barren parts of the country, thus fostering habitation and industrial development. My aim here is to sketch a small appreciation of the enginemen who move our trains every day. I wonder how many people who use passenger and goods trains every day consider the man in front who is responsible for their lives or their possessions It is as a result of the great responsibilities placed upon the shoulders of footplatemen that in their circle they possess a great respect for one another, one driver knowing what his mate (another driver) must bear. A fellowship has tbus evolved among these men and it finds expression in the "Locomotive Engineers' Mutual Aid Society". My life has been full of railway talk and facts, because of those of my relations who have been 10

My uncle, who came on to the same run many years later, had his stories too. There was the night when he brought the Blue Train into Beaurort West, and could not avoid a mishap with this precious load because there was an engine on the line in front of him. Though the damage was not severe, it certainly had an unnerving effect upon him ror a while.

THE

A bleached and twisted strand, Curving in a gentle arc; but not unduly taut, Joining the bodies of menOf men in fellowship with that which God has wrought. Joining bodies? Yes, but more .... Joining hearts; Yes! Even joining hearts with rope. Holding, combining men or light and life and hope. Men who climb above the stream of city life, As from cliff to summit peak they stray, Men of love, of desire to relinquish strifeo montes amantur a me!

These stories, I may say, are mere flashes rrom the lives or only two fine enginemen who never chanced their arm at anything. I therefore feel that men or the cab and footplate are men to be respected. One's greeting to such railwaymen is an affectionate salute to an organjsation which literally holds our country together. M. BATES, lOc.

POETICAL

ROPE

W. BARNES, lOa.

PREFECTS

Written on a chocolate wrapper on the ascent of Arrow Face.

What, silent still? Cr-xl-n.: Impetuous one. D- Sw-rdl: Your praise shall still find room even in the eyes or aU posterity. D-dd: Know thy voice, and suddenly grow grey with fear. F-n-: With dauntless breast the little tyrant stood. G-lm--r: Thoughts that do often lie too deep. J-nn-ngs: Fade far away, djssolve, and quite forget. Kl-yn: Tir'd eyelids upon tir'd eyes. M-eph-rs-n: A brazen calyx of no noise. Bl-In-ek:

THE MASTERPIECE Mr. Blaekbeard: Mr. Lennox: Mr. Gilmore

: A walk in the Black Forest.

19tb Nervous Breakdown, Noffki: Over under, sideways, down. Parkins: Rocking Pneumonia. Bromberger: Dedicated follower of fashion. Blom: Die Gezoem van die bye.

Mr. Sieberhagen: Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr.

The qualjty of mercy is not strained. M-ll-r: Sickness broke him. Impatient he cursed at first, but mended. V-n Bl-mm-sl--n: He reared high afore hjs body monstrous, horrible and vast. W-gn-r: The paper seeming boy with rats'eyes. W-rb-l-ff: The applause or listening senates to command. W--gm-n: Dance, and Provenc;:al song, and sunburnt mirth. B-rn-s: And .looked round Like a god, unseeing, into the air. Pr-b-n.: And all the heavens stood still, amazed with his threat. M-rr-f--ld:

L. WERBELOFF,

Big Boss Man. Substitute.

Mr. Tasker:

Mr. Peppermint

Man.

Jimmy come .lately. Drive my car. Boltman. : Where did we go wrong? Hopkins: Multiplication. Jordaan: That's Old-Fashioned. Kooy: Pied Piper. Voigt: If I had a Hammer. Morris: Cowboy Rock and Roll. MeMinn: Blue turns to grey. Seekel: One among the many.

Mr. Malhew: Mr. Fair: Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Miss

Mrs. Ryan:

lOa.

Satisfaction. G. TAYLOR, lOc.

HAS THE UNITED NATIONS

SERVED ITS PURPOSE? more talk by aU and sundry (few of wbom are diplomats in tbe true sense). A pattern emerges from these recommendations. Firstly, the Communist bloc: In 1946 a British destroyer was sunk with the loss of 49 lives at the mouth of tbe Adriatic. Albania, who had laid tbe minefield. completely ignored the recommendation from U.N.O. to compensate Britain. In October, 1948. the Security Council called on Russia to lift the Berlin Blockade. This was vetoed and then ignored. "Coriolanu ," a well-known political commentator, has tbis to say: "On the hundred or so occasions on which Russia has been decisively outvoted in the Security Council, she has applied the veto. No outside agency has been allowed to interfere witb tbe Soviet Empire". However, with few exceptions, the colonial powers - Britain, France, the Netherlands and Belgium - have been very good and have listened to and heeded the words of U.N.O.! 1962 saw the Dutch hand New Guinea over to Indonesia. Two years earlier the Belgians "expedited" the independence of tbe Congo, and still earlier .the Anglo-French forces evacuated the Suez Canal Zone when asked nicely to do so. Arab and Asian states, on the other hand, just bluntly say "no". Tbe Security Council instructed Egypt to allow free passage to Israeli ships through Suez in 1951. But the "Israelites" had still to "wander" via the Cape. India rejected appeals to hold a referendum in Kashmir, despite the appeals of U.N.o. In short: the noble concept conceived and brought into being at tbe close of tbe Second World War has degenerated into a mere forum for petty politicians to strut on to the world stage as apparent equals of the world's most learned and experienced statesmen. The mighty auditorium of U.N. has become a wonderful ecbo-chamber for upstart Afro-Asian states and the only law that prevails is: "He who shouts loudest gets tbe clearest and most effective ecbo in his own country". To look objectively at tbis international teaparty one can come to only one conclusion: tbat under the United Nations Organisation a double standard of behaviour amongst the nations bas been sanctioned and this has ski.lfully been twisted to the advantage of the East and tbe detriment of the Western World.

What is the purpose of this vast piece of diplomatic machinery which we call the United Nations Organisation? When laid down io the charter its idealistic purpose was to promote world peace and achieve unity among the different nations, colour-groups, castes, social classes - in fact all people on the earth io this mad world of today. That was the idealistic purpose. But what of its accomplishments? Working out new designs for wbeels and axles of ox-carts, studying tbe problems of motor-vehicle licensing io advanced countries, organising an "international association of international associations". Tbese are some of tbe accomplishments! This is the type of tbing that gets done with millions of dollars every year, and we sit back and watch the rot eat deeper and deeper. Let us consider some of the other international organisations wbich have tagged on to U.N.O. What have they been doing these past twenty years or so The Food and Agriculture Organisation sounds important, but what is it tbere for? Ideally this body should meet the needs of tbe underdeveloped countries with produce from the advanced countries. It should solve the problem of tons of food going into the sea in the U.S.A. to keep the prices up, while the emaciated millions of India die in the gutters. But does it? No, it does not; but that is because it cannot. There is no quickand-easy solution to a problem like this. The farmers in tbe east would be tbe first to suffer as tbe swirLing flood of stocks from the West poured in. Another thing: would tbe rice-accustomed palate take to wheat and maize? The utter futility of UNESCO can be demonstrated by citing just one example. A cocktail party was held in Rome in February, ]963. Two tbousand attended. Three million pounds were spent on building a suitable banqueting ball. The party's purpose? To inaugurate a conference on world hunger! Henry Moore had this to say about UNESCO: "It bas iron fins that flap about. It balances in mid-air. It is sensitive to every passing breeze. It is quite meaningless, utterly useless, and it costs a lot of money". But what of the great political forum provided by the General Assembly and Security Council? Tbese two bodies make an awful lot of recommendations to all and sundry, after an awful Jot

W. BARNES, lOa.

'N BESOEK AAN

'N BENOUDE OOMBLIK

CAPRI

Die plesierboot het oor die woelige waters van die Middellandse See geskop en gedans, en deur die mis en reën het ons die eiland Capri voor ons gesien. Dit was 'n pragtige toneel, maar so vroeg in die oggend bet die eiland nie 'n groot indruk op ons gemaak nie. Min bet ons geweet dat binne 'n paar uur, ons die mooiste eiland in die wêreld sou sien. Die vorige dag bet ons van Rome na ons hotel in Sorrento per bus gery. Ons het die dag daar deurgebring, en vroeg die volgende oggend na die klein hawetjie gery. Daar het ons, saam met 'n honderd ander mense, aan boord gegaan van die plesierboot wat ons na Capri sou voer. Die dag was bewolk en reënerig en nie van die beste vir so 'n rit nie. By die hawe Marina Grande bet ons aan wal gestap en is per motor na die suidekant van die eiland geneem. Daar het ons die pragtige kuslyn gesien en ook die huise van die beroemde mense wat die somer daar deurbring. Onder andere het ons die huis San Michele van Axel Munthe besoek met die pragtige tuine en kunswerke. Die grootste dorp op die eiland is Anacapri, en deur die grootste gedeelte van die dorp kan jy nie met jou motor ry nie. Die strate is omtrent twaalf voet of minder breed en 'n mens moet hier te voet beweeg. Daar was baie winkels waar 'n mens aandenkings kon koop, maar die pryse was hoog; gevolglik het ons nie lank by hulle vertoef nie. Ná die middagete het ons na die beroemde Grotta Azzurra gegaan. Tot ons ontsteltenis het ons gevind dat daar weens die slegte weer geen bote was om ons deur die grot te neem nie. Ons het beraadslaag en was oortuig dat ons hierdie toneel moes sien. Die enigste ander manier om binne-in die grot te kom, was om te swem. Daarom moes ons swem! Die blou water van die Middellandse See was net veertien grade bo vriespunt. Malligheid! Heeltemal waar, maar ek het dit geniet. Niemand wat Capri besoek, kan weggaan voordat hy die gebeim innige hemelblou kleur van die grot gesien het nie. Nadat ons die eiland platgery en alle besienswaardighede ingedrink het, is ons weer terug na die hawe. 'n Uur later het ons in Sorrento aan wal gestap na 'n dag wat ons nie gou sal vergeet nie. P. Gll..MOUR, lOa.

OP SEE

Dit was die oggend vroeg. Die see was doodkalm, en ons was op pad met die "Skudam", 'n sewentig-voet houtvistreiler, na Saldanha. Die vorige paar maande bet ons goeie vangste gemaak, maar nooit bet ons kon dink wat vir ons nog voor die deur gestaan het nie. Ek het rustig gelê en slaap met die gedreun van die tweehonderd-en-dertig perdekrag dieselenjin in my ore, en was tevrede met die vangs, want ek het geweet dat daar weer aan die einde van die maand 'n vet tjek op my wag. Skielik is ek wakker geruk deur een van die bemanning om die waak oor te neem. Op dié oomblik was die weer nog baie gunstig, maar skielik bet daar 'n berig oor die radio gekom en ons gewaarsku om skuiling te soek, aangesien 'n stormwind aan die opbou was. Soos 'n goeie bemanningslid sal doen, het ek die skipper, wat nog tevrede gelê en slaap bet, na die vorige nag se vangs, ingelig omtrent die waarskuwing. Ons het nie 'n storm verwag nie en was reeds myle ver van die naaste skuilplek af. Die bemanning is onmiddellik op dek geroep om alle moontlike teenmaatreëls teen die storm te tref. Om eenuur bet die deinings begin groot word en die wind het deur die toue begin hujl, maar dit bet nog geen gevaar vir die Skudam ingebou nie. Ek was nog altyd op wag toe die ingenieur my kom inlig dat daar baie water in die masjienkamer is. Die skipper het dadelik beveel dat die pompe almalop die masjienkamer gekonsentreer moes word. Na 'n halfuur het dje water al boe meer ingestroom en die pompe kon nie voorbly nie. Ons was almal baie nuuskierig om te weet waar die water vandaan gekom bet. Nadat vasgestel is dat die boot 'n lekplek opgedoen het, het ons geweet dat dit vir ons almal gevaar ingehou het. Die skipper het paniekerig begin word en bevele begin uitskreeu, en sodoende veroorsaak dat die manne baie opgewonde begin word het. Ek het dadelik gesien dat ek self sal moet reageer en in die masjienkamer afgegaan om te sien of daar iets was wat ek kon doen. Iets wat ek nooit sal vergeet nie, is toe ek een van die groot vloerplate oplig en die water in die skuit sien stroom het. Die eerste gedagte wat by my opgekom bet, was om die lekkasie te stop. Ek het dadelik sakke tussen die planke probeer indruk, maar die krag van die water was bo ons vuurmaakplek. Nadat kontak met die vuurtoring gemaak is en

wat toelating tot die Tafelbaaise hawe afgewys was aangesien dit te stormagtig was, rondgevaar het tot die storm bedaar het. Die storm was so erg dat dit die skip na die verraderlike rotse by Mouillepunt gedryf het. Met 'n geweldige slag het die verdoemde skip gestrand en hulpeloos op die skerp rotse gelê. Dit was nie Jank nie toe die reusagtige golwe die rampspoedige vaartuig begin breek het. Nadat die ruim oopgeskeur is, het stukke van die waar· devolle vrag op die strand uitgespoel. Doeanebeamptes het langs die kus waggehou om die uitgespoelde vrag te versamel. Groot stroke strand was met toue afgekordon en al langs die kus bet wrakhout gelê. Dit is later aan die brand gesteek om daarvan ontslae te raak. Belangrike dokumente en seekaarte is met behulp van 'n helikopter van die wrak afgehaal sodat daar 'n ondersoek gedoen kon word. ·Na 'n paar weke is daar probeer om van die vrag te red, maar dit het tot dusver nog nie geslaag nie. Ná 'n maand op die rotse is hierdie tamaai groot oseaan-vaartuig deur die mag van die see in drie gebreek. Dit wys net dat "n mens nie met die see kan speel nie. Elke keer as ek na hierdie wrak kyk, gril ek om te dink wat die see kan doen.

ons seker was dat daar 'n boot na ons op pad was, het die manne begin om bulle reddingstoerusting aan te trek. Die see het nog onstuimiger geword; die boot se verskansings was alonder die water en die branders het oor die skuit begin breek. Daar was vir ons net een uitweg aangesien daar geen bote in die nabyheid was nie, en dit was om in die reddingsboot te gaan. Die Skudam se agterkant het stadig begin sak toe die laaste van die tien bemanning in die bootjie was. Ons het met alle mag begin wegroei van die sinkende boot af en nadat ons 'n veilige afstand daarvandaan was, het ek treurig teruggekyk na die vaartuig wat ek begin liefkry het. Stadig maar seker het sy kop begin lig en sy naam "Skudam" nog vir oulaas hoog bokant die water uitgepryk asof hy vir die laaste keer vir ons wou groet. Skielik bet 'n groot deining die boot verberg. Alles was verby; maar in die oë van die bemanning kon ek trane sien. Ons is kort daarna opgepik deur die Brandon en veilig aan wal gebring. P. MACPHERSON, lOb.

S.A. "SEAFARER"

s. BLANCKENBERG,

"Die Kaap van Storms." Dis boe die kus om Kaapstad genoem is deur die eerste matrose in die vyftiende eeu. Sedert dié tyd het 'n groot aantal skepe langs hierdie kus gestrand. Op I Julie vanjaar het nog so 'n dramatiese gebeurtenis plaasgevind. Dié aand het dit katte en honde gereën. Dit was die stormagtigste aand wat ons tot dusver dié winter gehad het. Die S.A. Seafarer, wat op pad terug na Suid-Afrika was van Engeland waar daar 'n skeepstaking was, bet 'n algemene vrag aan boord gehad. Dit was kort na middernag toe dit binne 'n honderd tree van MouiUepunt gestrand het. Dit was net 'n klipgooi van die vuurtoring af. Behalwe die twaalf passasiers was daar omtrent sestig bemanningslede en '0 baba aan boord. Almal is gered met bebulp van die helikopters van die Suid-Afrikaanse weermag. Hierdie vlieëniers bet net so 'n grootse daad soos Wolraad Woltemade verrig toe hy veertien mense van die Jonge Thomas in Junie 1773 gered het. Wat werklik op die skip dié aand gebeur het, sal nie geweet word voordat 'n volledige ondersoek plaasgevind het nie. Dit blyk dat die skip,

lOb.

DIE EINDE Die koue wind waai en die ou man bewe, Hier is daar geen lewe. Is dit God wat hom so laat loop, Sonder enige kos en enige hoop? Die wêreld is wit, En die horison klim na die hemel. In die verlate vlakte is hyalleen met die sneeu, Soos 'n wit laken op die land. Hy struikel neer en staan nie weer op nie; Lê stil en sy gedagtes vlieg soos 'n wolk voor die wind. Hy't sy lewe geniet maar nou is dit klaar, Hy het geen krag en sy liggaam is maer. In die verte hoor hy 'n jakkals wat tjank, Hy probeer opstaan, maar val soos 'n stukkende pop neer: En die lewe vlug, Soos 'n kers geblus. L. OSRIN, 9a. 14

KING Ander/on: me." Bal/well:

LEAR TEACHES 90

SEEN THROUGH

"This speech of yours hath moved

"If but as well I other accents follow." "I will maintain my truth and honour firmly." COa/es: "I have years on my back." David: "M y mind as generous, and my shape as true." Cargan: "Oppress'd nature sleeps." Green: "Thy wit sball ne'er go slipsbod." Deane (during rugby match): "The enemy's 111 view; draw up your powers." fferbert: "My fooL usurps my body." ffurwitz: "How long have you been a secretary astronomical?" Katz (about to ring the bell): "Devise bis speedy taking off." Kemer: "I did ber wrong .... " Leyser: 'Thou dost make thy way to noble fortunes." Loubser: "All the powers of his wits have given way to his impatience." Lawrence: "'Tis strange that he should so depart from home." McLean (during maths.): "I know no answer." Maimin: 'These hairs, which thou dost ravish from my chin." Miller: "He grows, he prospers." Osrin: "I speak in understanding." Pascatl: "Made you no more offence but what you speak of?" BurgelI : "Give thee quick conduct." Pnema/ica/os: "I am a gentleman of blood and breeding." Pring1e: "So young, and so untender?" Se/by (as Librarian): "You owe me no subscription." Sesse/berg (at break): "A poor unfortunate beggar." Hammerschlag (during gym.): "But have I fall'n, or no?" Treadaway: "Stands still in esperance, lives not in fear." Plei/: "When I do stare, see bow the subject quakes." Vickermans (during exams.): 'The weight of this sad time we must obey." MILLER,

WINDOW

King's Court House. How the very name conjures up images of the past. How one gazes in awe at this image of history, notorious for its associations with the infamous Richard IV and as much a landmark of London as the Tower. It was on a bleak and chilly afternoon some months ago that I decided to explore the house from attics to dungeons, and became immersed in the past as I wandered through tbe famous Treaty Chamber, the sumptuously decorated State Bedroom, the ornate Queen's Parlour and other rooms. I drifted away from the inevitable crowd of American tourists and found myself ascending a dusty stairway to the attics. Wiping the grime of centuries off the windows of the central attic, I peered out over the mistiness that was London. Suddenly, glancing below towards the main entrance, I thought I espied a gleaming carriage . Imagination! All my thinking about the past . A man clambered down from the carriage. I rubbed my eyes in astonishment. He was dressed in a long blue, silver-lined coat, breeches, gaiters and frills. His shoes had buge gold buckles and he removed a three-cornered hat from his abundant hair. It was his face, though, that made me incredulous of my sanity. I bad seen that face everv time I went to the National Gallery, but now tbat face was alive and yet the very same as the portrait, down Jo the little beard. Below me was Lord WiJlismore, Lord Chancellor of England at the beginning of Richard IV's reign. ]\To shadowy phantom, but a creature of flesh and blood. My unbelieving eyes now travelled to the portal and there ob-erved His Majesty King Richard IV, accompanied by his liveried retinue, standing with extended hand. Reason slowly slipped from me as I remembered from my history textbook at Harrow what would happen. It did. Richard's gloved hand, from the gesture of welcome, suddenly flew up. Immediately, from the foggy gardens, a dark figure ran swiftly up behind the Lord Chancellor. A knjfe plunged deeply into Lord Edward's back. He staggered forwards and collapsed onto the gravel. ... I turned from the window and clutched my head. "Good grief!" I immediately ejaculated. "You imbecile. You're just having hallucinations. Ha, ha. It seemed so real, of course." Still laughing at my over-fertile imagination, I went back to the

Bridgen.s路:

AN ATTIC

9a.

ing. The story was tedious, the script disappointingly dim and the spectacular action scenes far too short. WaIt Disney productions are turning out more and more films, almost all of them charming. "The Moonspinner," his first thriller, was very exciting, far more so than the majority of the espionage rubbish which is like a disease at the moment. Dozens of secret agents are making their appearance on the screen and almost all are utterly preposterous. Notable exceptions are the recently released "Arabesque", the ingeniously planned "Mirage", and "The Ipcress File" with its excellent photography. Comedy is equally feeble. "Lady L" was very funny and last year's "Those Magnificent Men" the best and most fascinating of all, but I have never enjoyed American slapstick and the British comedy, like the British film industry, is' on a downward path and looks unlikely, at present, to recover. Some films I did not enjoy this year were "King Rat" and "The Flight of the Phoenix", which I thought were both deadly dull; "The Glory Gulp", "Bunny Lake is Missing" and "Genghis Khan", a pathetic attempt to recreate history. Many people, I should think, derived much pleasure, as I did, from seeing last year's films at our local cinemas. The brilliant "My Fair Lady", the charming "The Sound of. Music", which put sex, crime and brutality in its place, the exciting "Lord Jim" and "EI Cid", one of the best 'epis' ever made, were just some. "The King and I" was also a great pleasure to behold, as was "Sink the Bismarck". PersonaLly, seeing the much-publicised and controversial film "Cleopatra" once again was my year's top cinematic treat. A truly brilliant piece of entertainment, its subtleties and ingenuity extended far beyond the magnificence of its spectacle and that, combined with four excellent battles, some superb backgrounds and some wonderful acting, especially by Rex Harrison, made it supreme in its field, for me at any rate. We have at last been given Cinerama, and were none the better off until "The Battle of the Bulge" opened after two travelogues. It is a terrific war film with some of the best battles I have ever seen and some fine scenery and photography. It is limited to the history of one German panzer thrust, but is tremendously exciting and a "must" for all who like war on film.

window. Somewhat to my relief the driveway below was quite deserted. But not for long. In the distance, faintly, I heard the crunch of hooves on gravel. Eerily through the fog another carriage, with guards mounted, took shape and rumbled up to the entrance. I knew by the arms on the coach that it belonged to the Lord Chancellor, who climbed down, followed by six soldiers. The King appeared in the doorway, without his retinue. Pulling out a scroll from his robes the Chancellor read out the famous accusation. I had often gazed at this scroll in the British Museum. I waited again with bated breath, knowing that Richard would extract a phial of arsenic from his ring and ... "Okay, chaps," a man's voice shouted, "that's fine! If this year's pageant isn't the best-ever, then 1'11never produce another. Right, all wigs in the property box, please, and costumes must be ... ." And I laughed. Yes, up in that musty attic I laughed till my sides ached. I was ashamed and yet I was pleased. Through that grimy attic window I had seen history come alive. M. F. THE CINEMA

THIS

HERBERT,

9a.

YEAR

Up to now 1966 has been an excellent yea r for the Cinema and Hollywood has brought us some really outstanding productions. A striking example was the underrated but nevertheless magnificent film on Michaelangelo, "The Agony and the Ecstasy", which had, behides authentic background, some most memorable acting by Rex Harrison and Charlton Heston together with a sensible, literate script. "The War Lord" was another period film of unusual atmosphere and possessed some furiously exciting battles. Samuel Bronston's epic, "55 Days at Peking," took three years getting here but proved to be well worth waiting for. It had amongst its assets the largest and most impress.ive set ever built for a film, the beautiful Ava Gardner and a lovely ballroom scene. I would, however, quibble with the choice of "Dr. Zhivago" as one of the best films ever made. The acclaim it has received seems to me to be surpnslOg. Admittedly it was technically and visually magnificent and the cast was superb, but the scenic splendour reduced them to the level of photographed objects, completely devoid of feel-

All in all, it has undoubtedly been an excellent half-year and I hope the reducti,on of cinema audiences in England will not start over bere, especially whilst so much enjoyment is to be gained from an afternoon or evening at tbe movies. R. DIE WONDER

VAN

FITZWTLLLAMS,

'N NUWE

Die Suid·Afrikaanse Spoorweë bet die voortou geneem en die grondslag gelê van die SuidAfrikaanse vloot. Net na die Eerste Wêreldoorlog het die destydse regering drie ou skepe van Brittanje present gekry. Hierdie skepe is gebruik om spoorwegtoerusting uit Australië in te voer. Een van die drie skepe is gedurende die Tweede Wêreldoorlog gekelder en die ander twee is daarna verkoop. Die spoorweë het toe net "Die Hangklip" besit. In 1946 het die Safmarine skeepvaartonderoeming tot stand gekom en in 1959 is ses Union Castle-skepe onder die Suid-Afrikaanse vlag geplaas. Safmarine handhaaf nou drie gereelde dienste na en van Amerika, die Britse weskus, WesEuropa en die Ooskus van Engeland. Hulle besit tien skepe en hulle buur dieselfde aantal. Hulle het vier nuwe vrugteskepe aangekoop wat binne veertien dae vanaf Kaapstad na Southampton toe kan vaar. Hierdie vier bring die totale aantal skepe op viertien te staan. Elke skip het 'n bemanning wat bestaan uit sowat twintig blanke offisiere en dertig Kleurling matrose. Die volgende stap sal, hopelik, die totstandkoming van 'n Suid-Afrikaanse skeepsboubedryf wees. Die aanvoorwerk is reeds deur 'n kommissie van ondersoek gedoen. Groot ontwikkeling op die gebied van skeepvaart lê vir ons jong land voor die deur.

9b.

DAG

Die geboorte van 'n nuwe dag is vir my een van die mooiste geskenke wat die natuur aan die mens kan gee. Vroeg in die oggend, net voor die son opkom, word die horison tot 'n ligroos skynsel verkleur. As die son boër in die lug opstyg, word die rooi kleur deur 'n goue kleur vervang. Dit is nog koud, maar stadig verhit die goue sonstrale die aarde. Af en toe word die vrolike gekwetter van die voëls geboor. 'n Haan kraai luid in die verte en 'n hond blaf opgewonde. Die rook draai uit die skoorstene uit, en die plaasvolk staan nou op om 'n nuwe dag van werksaamhede te begin. Die koeie word uit die stalle gejaag en bul vat geesdriftig koers na die groen weivelde toe. Stadig rys die son hoër en boër. Die verhitte aarde bak nou in die son. Dit word middag. Almal probeer om die sonstrale te ontduik. Die plaasvolk hou op met werk om in die koelte van die bome lafenis te soek en om hul middagete te geniet. Die diere staan ook in die welkome koelte en rus. Stadig begin die kort skaduwees weer langer word en die mense gaan voort met hul dagtaak. Die son sak geleidelik agter die swart berge weg. Alles is nou koel en stil. Die mense geniet aandete en die diere word stal toe gejaag. Die wolke in die lug word oranje en rooi en die son sak stadig weg. Dit word nou donker en die huise se ligte word aangeskakel. Die maan loer skugter oor die horison. Verskillende soorte insekte kom nou uit en oral kan hul geluide gehoor word. Die voëls word nou stiller en stiller. Stadig word die ligte in die huise uitgedoof en mens en dier gaan 'n welverdiende nagrus tegemoet. J. OOSTHUIZEN,

ONS WORD

SCOlT,

9c.

DIE TOUR DE FRANCE Elke jaar in Junie of Julie is die hele Frankryk in rep en roer oor 'n fietswedren. Die fietswedren is die Tour de France eo dit is 'n alombekende feit dat dit die veeleisendste wedreo van sy soort ter wêreld is. Dit duur twee-eo-twintig dae en in hierdie tyd ry die jaers sowat 2,500 tot 3,000 myl (die roete verskil elke jaar). Hulle ry rondom Frankryk, soos u aan die naam van die wedren kan agterkom, asook deur dele van België en Italië. 'n Fransman, Jacques Anquetil, is die beId van die Franse fietsgeesdriftiges, want hy is die eerste man wat die Tour de France vier keer gewen het-in 1957, 1961, 1962 en 1963. Baie geld word in hierdie wedren betrek. Selfs al eindig jy laaste, wen jy nog sowat R170. Die wenner se eerste prys is R20,000, maar dit is niks in vergelyking met die geld wat hy daarna kan

9c.

'N SEEVARENDE VOLK

Die Suid-Afrikaanse vlag word al hoe meer op die oseane van die wêreld gesien. Dit is nie sommer net 'n geleentheidsvlag nie, maar die trotse simbool, van 'n groeiende handelsvloot. 17

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verdien nie. Enige man wat die fietswedren wen, is 'n baie gesogte adverteerder en hy kan, behalwe die prysgeld, nog sowat R80,000 verdien. Deur byvoorbeeld 'n ruk lank net met 'n sekere soort fiets te ry, word hy R40,000 betaal. Dit is egter harde werk en sluit 120 tot 180 myl van fietsry per dag in. Spanwerk speel 'n baie belangrike rol. 'n Jaer wat nie deel is van 'n span nie, het geen kans om te wen nie. Vir hierdie ondersteunende jaers is daar ook vergoeding, onder meer 'n soen deur die mooiste nooi in die dorp waar die dag se skof eindig. Die Tour de France is een van die hoogtepunte in die Franse sportwĂŞreld. A.

BEADlE,

These are also the oldest folksongs. Another section might well be labelled "Lyrics and Laments". Derived almost wholly from ballads, the narrative detail of such songs has been sheared away, and the emotional core remains. Says John M. Conly in the Joan Baez songbooks, "Their extreme beauty ... often compares favourably with the finest art poetry in any language". A good example of a Child Ballad is "Henry Martin", Cbild no. 250; and of a lyric, "The Water is Wide". Later, about 1600-1700, "Broadside Ballads" appeared. Printed on sheets which were broader than they were long (hence the name), they were many of them the work of "hack scriveners in the employ of printers", and the artistry of these compositions was of a lower order than that of the older, traditional ballads. In time, many were modified to become minor oral masterpieces. Many non-Child ballads such as these were classified in similar manner by the American, Malcolm G. Laws Jr., e.g. "Silver Dagger," "Stewball" and 'The Lily of the West". American ballads and songs form a unique section of folk music, and are the result of several cultural strains meeting and coalescing under the "unique conditions of American life and moves". This section includes prison songs, cowboy songs, love lyrics, "bad men ballads", moonshining songs and, of course, Negro Spirituals, referred to later. Examples of this section are "Banks of the Ohio", and "The House of tbe Rising Sun". Re Negro Spirituals, to quote again, "These songs are the articulate message of the slave to the world. Tbey are the music of an unhappy people, of the children of disappointment; they tell of death and suffering and unvoiced longing toward a truer world, of misty wanderings and hidden ways .... "Through all the sorrow there breathes a hope - a faith in the ultimate justice of things. Sometimes it is faitb in life, sometimes a faitb in death, sometimes assurance of boundless justice in some fair world beyond. But ... the meaning is always clear: that sometime, somewhere, men will judge men by their souls and not by their skins". This contribution has been written in the hope of giving a better understanding of folksongs, especially to those wbo think of "Gezoem van die Bye", or "Sounds of Silence" as folkmusic. But, of course, tbe only true way to understand folk is to sing it. ...

8a.

FOLK MUSIC To many people in South Africa today, the words "folk music" immediately conjure up visions of a bearded twenty-one-year-old, adorned with duffle-coat and turtle-skin sandals, hanging around coffee-bars, and occasionally actually singing song" which are, of course, subversive, socially antagonistic and anti-governmental. "Because," they think, "that is what a folksong is. What else could it be?" In actual fact this vision, if true at all, comprises so small a minority of "singers" and "songs" that it can almost be disregarded completely. Although the proportion of composed folksongs to true folksongs is increasing, I have yet to hear one that is subversive, socially antagonistic, etc. Admittedly, a few do make outcries against racial prejudice, atomic warfare, and other subjects, but the intention is most denitely not of deriding institutions, schools of thought, or governments, purely for the sake of derision. Most folksongs are actually hundreds of years old; a very few date back almost to the time of Chaucer, and folksongs of the East (of which less is known), are possibly older. Folksongs can be divided into various sections, although there must often be an overlap. One of tbe most orthodox, as it were, of sections is that consisting of the Child baUads - among the best of all folksongs in the English-speaking world, the three hundred and five Classic British Ballads which Francis James Child recognised as being truly traditional and which are still today recognised by the numbers which he assigned to them, and classified them by.

BENJAMIN,

8a.

When I awoke, the first rays of sunlight were stealing across the sky. I arose shakily and flung open the curtains. I remembered the previou night and shuddered. It was then that the slow realisation that it had aIL been a dream stole across my brain. I greeted the new day with a smile and was gazing out across the lawn when a pair of thin lips, spread in a hideous sneer, and half hiding dry, rotting teeth, appeared in my vision. Tbe mocking laugh had barely finished echoing through the chambers of my mind when my shrill screams rent the still morning.

HEY LISTEN! Spirit of Learning, hear, I pray, A scholar's humble plea today, Asking the things we pupils must To get a J.C. pass - or bust! From perils of tbe Euclidian eye, (Things squared are seldom phi) From Latin verbs of ancient Rome And Voortrekker routes so far from home, From dreaded reams of Science data, From Shakespeare's verse to Brooke, and later; If you can, with little fuss, Spirit of Learning, deliver us.

8a.

DOG

Get with the A's and mind the D's, And Kindly Spirit, I ask you, please, To keep my average .in the E's. G. J.

RUSEL,

DAVIS,

The hound stirred, stretched; sleep-warmed hide a-rippling, The dampness of his body-heat impressed upon the straw; Eager hind-limbs scratching, reaching; White-rolled eyes to contemplate the open kennel door. The wind rose, thresbed, sun-dried sand a-rippLing, The promise of a sea-bright mom upon tbe salttanged air. Tensely, hound-dog standing breathing, Wet black nostrils savouring the eager day so fair.

8b.

A DREAM? It felt as if I had been tossing and turning all night. I roll.ed over, sweating, and stared into the inky blackness. Suddenly I started! I could faintly see the white outlines of a shrouded figure. The image grew stronger and I could make out the figure of a tall old man, with a gaunt face, thin lips and morose eyes. I was fascinated by his decaying, brown-stained teeth. My mouth must have been hanging open, for in a deep, slow voice, he said, "Don't be frightened. You and I are going to become good friends." At first I thought he had put unnecessary emphasis 00 the word "friends", but passed it off as, grinning almost slyly, he shuffled forward and sat on my bed. "All of us," he began, "who were evil men in life are, after death, designated one of your kind. You have been given every chance and have been found to be," bis voice rose slightly, "one of the most despicable mortals who inhabit this earth. Wherever you go, I will. be not far behind you". "You mean you are a ghost?" I quavered. "Oh, yes, hadn't you guessed?" he said cheerfully, and added more slowly, "Whenever you experience an emotion which is out of the ordinary, you will hear my laugh and see my smile, and you shall fear!" Just as a scream started in my throat, his image began to fade and I slipped into blessed oblivion.

G. J. DAVIS, 8b. BRANDERRY Eeue gelede het die mense van Hawaii op groot houtplanke in die see uitgevaar en weer met die branders teruggery. Christopher Columbus het dit ontdek en iets daaroor in sy dagboek geskryf. Sy teorie was dat die Hawaiiers robbe sien branders ry het en daarvandaan die idee gekry het. Deesdae is alles baie moderner en ook baie vinniger. Die Hawaiiers het op 'n eenvoudige plank gery, maar nou leer 'n mens op die eenvoudige plank. Wanneer jy goed genoeg is, ry jy op die branders net voordat bulle breek, met ander woorde wanneer huILe baie regaf of uitgehol is. 'n Mens blyaltyd op die deining, maar die meeste van die tyd word die agterste deel van die branderplank so gehou dat die brander parallel met jou kop breek as jy laag buk. Daar is min branders wat 'n mens so kan ry. Op so 'n brander

moet jy skerp regs of links draai en rats voorpunt van jou branderplank beweeg.

A few schooner painter. distance and bits

na die

Die grootte van die branders verskil van plek tot plek. In Hawaii ry mense branders wat soms dertig tot veertig voet hoog is, maar in SuidAfrika is die grootste branders tien tot vyftien voet en selde meer as twintig voet hoog. Die kleiner branders is gewild as 'n mens fratsry wil beoefen, byvoorbeeld as hy agteruit wil ry of 'n paar keer in die rondte wil draai.

We surged past the stern of the schooner itself, sending her rocking frantically. From the bridge I touched the peak of my cap in greeting and apology to the skipper of the scbooner, whose only reply was a furiously brandished fist.

Dit is nie nodig om baie naby die see te woon om 'n goeie branderryer te wees nie, want 'n mens kan met rolskaatse oefen. Rubberwiele is die veiligste, maar ook die stadigste. Nylonwiele is amper net so veilig, maar dis baie vinniger. Staalwiele is natuurlik die vinnigste, maar hulle is daarom die gevaarlikste omdat hulle gly as jy te skerp of te vinnig draai. Ek voorspel dat branderry Republiek snel sal. toeneem.

se gewildheid

P". DANGER

SWIFT,

6a.

THE FOREST

The shadow paused, baffled. Which way now? Where could it run to evade the nightmare bearing down on it? A rustle. With a start it leapt up and tore across the common. It ran for ages, witb the fear of impending doom lending wings to its feet. On and on, with only one thought etched in its brain - escape! It stopped again, panting. Would this chase never end? It felt sure of its fate and yet, while there's life there's hope, and it must go on hoping.

in die

W. WARD, 7a.

COLLISION

brave Splflts who remained aboard the were pulling like mad on the dinghy's We were slowly, inexorably eating up the separating us, and there was a crunch of wood floated past our bows.

AT SEA

The fifty-thousand-ton bulk ore-carrier "Statesman" was ploughing its way sedately up the Channel. Silence was shattered by a buzz from the radar room. "Number One, here," I said, and the duty officer reported excitedly: "Unidentified object one mile ahead." I acknowledged and passed on the report to the captain. I ordered course to be changed ten degrees starboard. "Boom-boom!" The foghorn made the clammy, dense fog resound with its strident note. Once more the radar room called my attention. "ObjeĂŠt balf a mile abead", and a moment later tbe port lookout sighted ber. "Hard a port, full astern!" I ordered, and deep in the bowels of the ship tbe telegraph rang. There was a tense silence, and all eyes were riveted on the now becalmed two-masted gaff-rigged schooner. It was towing a small pram dinghy about a cable behind it. I was standing behind the captain and I could see his knuckles white as they clenched the guard rail. J could feel the perspiration beading my forehead. Four-forty yards to go and the bows were beginning very slowly to swing to port, and from that distance we could discern the crew of the schooner leaping overboard. The way was beginning to come off the ship but it was not going to be sufficient and I could see that they were going to be minus a dinghy.

It moved over a clearing toward some rocks, among which it lay concealed. For more than an bour it waited until, out of curiosity, it crept out, cautiously, but becoming more sure with every step. ".I've done it!" it thought triumphantly. "I've lost him!" But what was tbat outlined against the sky, crouched to spring off the rock? A swift leap, a thud, and tbe smell of blood. That night killed rabbit.

a family

of foxes

fed on a newlyC. DAVIS, 6a.

THE STORM Softly at first I heard the rain, Then very much stronger I heard Slowly Then

quicker

A~ the clouds Thicker

and quicker, rolled up

and thicker.

Lightning From

it again.

at first,

struck

the heavens

l.ike a bolt from

the blue,

dark and black of hue.

P. SH.ELTON, 6a. 21

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ons af opgemerk. Dit was snaaks dat daar niemand aan boord was nie. Ons bet besluit om ondersoek te gaan instel. Ons het niemand aan boord gekry !Lie. My vriend het gesê dat hy die polisieboot sou gaan roep terwyl ek duik. Ek het toe geduik. Die eerste ding wat ek gesien het, was 'n duikboot. Ek het nader gegaan en deur 'n venster geloer. Daar het ek twee man:> gesien. Die een man het 'n sak vol diamante aan die ander een gegee wat vir hom 'n rol note gegee het. Toe het iemand my skielik gegryp en my vasgebind en my binne die duikboot ingesleep. Een van die mans wat ek deur die venster gesien het, het omgedraai en gesê dat ek vir die haaie gegee moes word, want ek het genoeg gesien. Die man het my weer na die visserskuit geneem. Toe ons op die visserskuit was, het hy my duikpak uitgetrek en my onder na die masjienkamer toe geneem. Daar was 'n akwarium met 'n mensvreter· haai in. Toe ek dit sien, het ek geweet ek kan nie my dood ontsnap nie. Hy het my nader gestoot - tot ongeveer drie voet van die kwarium af. Toe het ek skielik 'n konstabel hoor sê: "Los die kind of ek skiet jou dood." Ek het toe bewusteloos geword. Ek het veel later in my eie bed bygekom. My vriend het vertel dat hulle die diamantesmokkelaars gevang het en dat ons daardie middag ons beloning by die polisiestasie kan gaan haal.

Oh, madam. Guys are only being dutiful If they say that you are beautiful, Wben really you're an awful bag, Dressed to the nines in a stylish rag, All got up with powder and paint To make you look just what you ain't; Stiletto heels to give you height, Elastic girdle pulled in tight, All perms and waves and teased-up hair: Oh madam, what a frightful scare! P.

AVONTUUR

SWIFT,

6a.

IN DIE DIEPTES

Verlede week was ek nabyaan my dood. Dit is 'n dag wat ek nooit sal vergeet nie. Ek en my vr.iend het 'n motorboot gehuur. Ons bet elkeen 'n duikpak gehad en ons het ook suurstofapparate gehad. Ons het omtrent twee myl met die motorboot van die kus afgery en toe het ons anker gegooi. Die see was baie kalm en net reg om te duik. .ons bet elkeen ons duikpak aangetrek en ons het 'n spiesgeweer saamgevat in geval van gevaar. .ons het 'n visserskuit omtrent so vier myl van

At the beginning of the year we welcomed Mr.

HEARD,

6b.

Best, S. Scott, P. van Blommestein. They performed their tasks in a very capable manner and are to be congratulated. What would a school be like without boarders? As always our boys bave taken a keen and active interest in tbe activities of the School. Most sporting sides and committees were well represented and a number of extra-mural duties were performed by our boys. We should like to thank Matron, Sister, Mrs. Blackbeard, and kitchen staff for the enormous amount of work put into catering for functions at school. To Mr. Blackbeard we offer our tbanks and appreciation for his guidance as "Father" of the House.

T. Fair and Mr. J. Voigt from U.C.T. and P.T.C.

respectively. They soon settled down to Boarding House routine ano life and so became part of the family. Unfortunately Mrs. Hunt had to leave us at the end of the third term owing to illness. We tbank her for all that sbe did for us. We were very pleased, and fortunate, to bave MIS. Frances (Arnott) along to help us out to the end of the term. We would like to welcome Mrs. Barwell as our new matron. We trust that sbe will settle down to a long and bappy stay. Our thanks go to Sister for the motherly way in which she tends us in times of illness. Our prefect body consisted of J. Dodd (head prefect), J. Wiegman, E. Green, S. Glasser, J. 23

LlTTLEWOOD

HOUSE,

1966

Front Row (I. to r.): P. Smuts, E. Sacher, C. Earley, P. Mann, D. L. Pretorius, C. van Tonder, H. Kamhoot, F. Kamhoot, M. Sacher.

G. Anderson.

Secolld Row (I. lo r.): M. Cann, R. Perrott-Humphries, S. Glasser, S. Scott, Mr. M. Bohling, Mrs. Francis (Matron), J. Dodd (Head Prefect), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal). Mrs. F. Blackbeard (Assistant Matron), J. Wiegman (Deputy Head Prefect), Sister de Klerk, Mr. T. W. Fair, Mr. J. Voigt, E. Green, J. Best.. S. Jacobs, P. van Blommestein. Third Row (I. to r.): J. Somerville, J. Theodor, N. Selby, T. Slabber, F. Sesselberg. J. Sheppard, D. Frahm, H. Lipschitz, W. Oosthuizen, D. M. Pretorius. N. Borain. K. Williams, C. Cumming, D. Milford, D. Durlacher. Fourth Row (1. to r.): S. Milliner, T. Langley, B. Dyason. 1. Mackay, K. Neilson. R. Weilers, P. Clay, D. J. Gill, E. Eddy, K. Kalz, K. Bremer, D. C. Gill.

P. Lewis.

Fifth Row (1. to r.): P. Selby, E. Loubser, M. Brown, N. Oettlé, H. Green, R. Barrel-Jolly. J. Lawrence, P. Barrelt, M. Muilwyk, P. Barrett. P. Baerecke. C. Burke, G. Pearcc. T. Oettlé, F. du Toit, R. Ritchie. Sixth Row (I. to r.): L. Osrin, B. Pearce, T. Piekthall, R. Peacock, A. Visser, R. Cumming, D. Calder, J. Retief. W. Burke, T. Snyman, R. Jeffrey, R. Gilbert. D. Millar.

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JUNIOR SCHOOL SECRETARY Up to June, 1966, the High and Junior Schools have shared one Secretary, Mrs. D. Cotton, whose volume of work increased to that extent when it became too much for one person. On June 1st, therefore, a new Secretary began duties in the Junior School itself. We were very pleased to welcome Mrs. Buchanan to this post, and it was not long before she became an indispensable part of our organisation. We trust her stay with us will be a happy one. To Mrs. Cotton, who for over ten years, shouldered so much responsibility so calmly and so ably, we extend our deepest gratitude. We thank her very much, too, for so readily giving both advice and help to Mrs. Buchanan when the secretarial duties of the two schools had to be divided, and established separately. Mrs. Buchanan is at present working in the Staff room, not an easy matter, but we trust that by the end of 1967 she will move into the newlybuilt Secretary's office adjoining the Principal's office.

MINISTER

The tragic news of the death of the Prime Minister Dr. H. F. Verwoerd came as a great shock to the School, wbere he himself had spent some time as a junior pupil. As a mark of respect we held a special assembly when we paid tribute to Dr. Verwoerd and expressed our deepest sympathy witb Mrs. Verwoerd and ber family. STAFF For the first time tbis year we bad enrolled two Sub A classes, and to tbese we welcomed Miss B. Durham and Mrs. D. Hutchison as class teachers. To Std. lA we welcomed Miss L. Marsh, to Std. I B Miss P. Watters, and to Std. 3B Mr. F. Smith. To the post of piano teacher we welcomed Dr. Claude Brown - a considerable honour for the school in having with us albeit for only a year, so distinguished a musician and teacher on the staff. Mrs. BagnaIl had to relinquish her work in Remedial Speech, but we were glad that Mrs. Zwarts was available to fill the gap. Mrs. Oberholzer went on furlough in the tbird quarter, when our old friend, Mrs. Merrington, came to deputise. We were very pleased to say "Welcome Home" to Mr. K. Hutchison after his interesting year in Europe. His magnificent sl.ides of his travels have given us the greatest pleasure. Mr. Hutchison has now been promoted to Special Grade Assistant. Mr. K. Pretorius is taking special leave during 1967, in order to complete an extra year of study in Graaff Reinet. We shall miss him greatly, while we convey our best wishes to him for a successful year. Our good wishes too, to Mrs. Pretorius and Maryna. Mr. Neville Schafer, Old Boy and former music teacher on the Staff, paid a holiday visit home from his studies in Amsterdam, was a member of the auclience at our "Hour of Music", and made his first appearance as soloist with the Cape Town Orchestra in the City Hall. From Miss Lacey we have had numerous letters and cards with most interesting details of her varied travels in Europe.

GENERAL It has already been mentioned above that we now have two Sub A classes. This will mean two Sub B classes as well from January, 1967, and at long last we shall have a double stream throughout the Junior Standards. This is most beneficial as we shall have all our pupils from the start, instead of having smaller numbers in Sub A and Sub B and then taking in a large number of pupils into Std. 1 who have begun elsewhere. The house known as "Mount Pleasant", in Oxford Street will be prepared for our use, and into it, in January, 1967, will go our extra Sub B class until the two new Kindergarten rooms, to be built during 1967, have been completed. The Tuck Shop, started originally by Mr. Pretorius, has considerably widened its scope thi, year. A special attractive kitchen was prepared, and a timetable drawn up enl.isting tbe help of three mothers daily to serve soup and bot pies to boys at lunch time. To all Staff members who helped to organise this, but in particular to Miss BarweIl and Mr. Pretorius, go our sincere thanks,

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as well as to those kind mothers who have formed such cheerful groups behind the counter each day. The Tuckshop will eventually move into "Mount Pleasant" and the old cottage be demolished to make more playground space. Into our Central Library in February went six new reproductions of famous paintings by Renoir, Murillo, Cezanne and Turner. These had been very kindly presented to us by parents - Or. and Mrs. J. Abelsobn and Dr. and Mrs. Z. Feitelson. Our sincere thanks to them for these valuable -contributions. In February we held our Annual informal meeting of new parents, when over a hundred joined us to hear of school routine, and see slides and films of school activities. In the first term we were accorded inspections by Miss J. Scholtz, Kindergarten Inspectress, and Mr. M. M. Wiggett, our Circuit Inspector. We wish Mr. Wiggett a very happy furlough in this second half-year. At the Annual Sports, Wellington were the victors. The Sub A and Sub B races were annual attractions. The Swimming Gala found Van Riebeeck House in the lead this year. Congratulations to Mr. Oosthuizen. The Annual Cricket and Tennisette matche between parents and juniors became again an enjoyable function on the .last Saturday of the first term. Over 200 boys entered names for Rugby. The Under 12 A, B, C and 0 teams had a successful season. The Under 11 and 10 teams also played matches, while the youngest players had their Friday games, assisted by "Uncles" from the High School. In the realm of cricket the Under 12 A remained unbeaten in the first term, while tills season we are entering three teams, Under 12 A and B and Under 11. Tennisette has been in very active progress throughout the year. Conditions were improved enormously by the provision of slurry sealed courts, and a specially prepared practising wall. Regular matcbes were played. It is here that we should like to extend our sincere thanks and great appreciation to all parents who have offered transport, provided refreshments, watched matches, and given us such wholehearted support. The Cross Country and cross playground races were beId i.n September.

The Republic Festival became a source of activity in schools, and in the Junior Gym Display at Newlands a Wynberg team of boys and girls took part. Mr. Oosthuizen trained the boys, and he and the boys are to be congratulated on an excellent achievement. On the occasion of the Republic Festival, too, each school was presented with a flag of tbe Republic by the Cape Education Department. The actual presentation was made by our Circuit Inspector, Mr. M. M. Wiggett, who was the guest of honour at the ceremony. At the Twelfth Annual Hour of Music, the School Orchestra, Soloists and our Junior Choir presented an ambitious programme. As guests again this year, we welcomed fifty girls from Notre Dame Convent who sang with our Choir. Tbe half-yearly performances by piano, violin and 'cello pupils took place in June and December. "Verse Speaking" programmes were again a feature on the final day of the school terms. The Annual Reading Competition in English and Afrikaans will be held in December. On the last school day of 1965, we held our special assembly, at which book awards to successful Std. 5 pupils were presented, as well a~ cups, and awards for other achievements. We were pleased and honoured to have Mrs. N. Blackbeard to distribute these awards. The following boys won special trophies: I. Derman Drama Cup - R. Schaff, P. Shelton. 2. Spears English Reading Cup _. S. loffe. 3. Newman Afrikaans Reading Cup-A. Burman. 4. Craye Tennisette Cup (Singles) - A. Marais. 5. Pachter Tennisette Cup Doubles) - A. Marais and R. Blackbeard. 6. Cricket Bats - D. Sims, A. Oosthuizen. 7. Athletics: Friedlander Cup - G. le Roux. Baskin Cup - M. Oosthuizen. 8. Swimming - Congratulations to D. Yach who set three new records in the Under 10 Section. 9. Davidowitz English Award - G. Ronaidson.

MRS. R. JUST Near to going to press we realised with regret that we were to lose the service of our speech teacher, Mrs. R. Just. She bas been such an enthusiastic and cheerful member of the staff and her annual productions have been a source of great delight. We thallk her very much and know she will often be in our midst on big occasions. 27

STANDARD

THE HAUNTED

One day I went for a walk and after walking for quite a long way it began to get dark. Just tben I came to a house, but it was old and haunted. I was very excited and nervous as I had never seen a haunted house before, and I crept inside. I saw many spider-webs and as I was tired I decided to go to sleep. I was awoken from my sleep by strange noises. I soon began to want my mother and started shouting for her, but no one heard me. Just then someone cackled. It was a ghost. Everything was black and scarey. I saw that the windows were broken anc! the doors bashed in. I went outside and I saw a lizard come running out of a dark bush. I was so scared that I just ran and ran and ran and finally I found my mother who took me home.

ANIMAL ADVENTURES In Africa you find most animals. The lion is king of the animals. He is hungry now so he decides to go for a hunt. Through the jungle he goes. Soon he finds a herd of zebra. He starts to chase them. He has now caught a zebra. He grabs it by the neck, kills it, and carries it to a shady place. Then he calls his wife and cubs to enjoy the dinner. Other animals eat grass. Most animals go to sleep in winter. The birds flyaway to a warm place. The rabbits store their nuts. And it is summer once again. R.

HOUSE

VAN ROSENVELD.

SAILING One Sunday I went sailing in very rough weather and I saw ten people drowning. They were bobbing up and down in the water. I sailed there quickly and helped them into tbe boat. In that way I rescued them. One of them asked me to have supper with him but I could not go as I had to go to a meeting.

YOSSLOWJTZ.

SCARED One night my mother went to fetch some water from the well, because we had no taps. One loose sapling from the roof fell on her head. I quickly picked her up and put her to bed. Then I mounted my horse and galloped off. I heard a noise and it was a cheetah. At last I saw a house far off and finally I arrived there. I knocked at the door. A man answered the door. I told him what had happened. He got rus lorry and fetched my mother and took her to hospital. She was soon much better. J. RONALDSON.

B.IRLAM.

FARMING CANE When you grow sugar cane you have to clean tbe ground. You must burn tbe grass and then you must stump the ground. When you bave done all tbese tbings you take a tractor and plougb. Afterwards you get fertiliser, put it on the trailer, bitch the trailer to the tractor, and the men tbrow it on the land. Then you plant your cane and let it grow. C. EDGAR.

A PIRATE SHIP One day a beautiful British ship was sail.ing past a huge rock and a few pirates were there in their srup. They sailed out from behind the rock and made war. But the British were too quick and got their cannon ready. They l.it the cannon and fired, but they missed. The pirates caught a man and made him walk the plank. They also took rus scarf from him before he fell into the sea. Then they went to claim their treasure. Later there was another enemy attack and it was again the pirates' victory.

SCARED Once I was living on a farm. One day I was feeding the birds when I heard a noise. It went bang-ting-bang-ting路bang! I ran to the house. A piece of timber had fallen on my mother's head. I ran to the horse-yard, grabbed a horse, threw on the saddle, jumped on and rode away. The next farm was a hundred miles away.

I. MARKS.

E. MARX.

STANDARD IN THE

AN ANIMAL STORY Once upon a time I was walking in the wood. when I heard a snorting sound bebind me. J turned around and I saw a wild pig. He was chasing me so I started to run. I grabbed on to a branch and it snapped and the pig started to chase me again, so T picked up a stick and hil him and he turned around and ran away.

WOODS

Once upon a time I went into the woods. I heard a roar. I looked around and saw nothing. Then 1 looked up in the tree and saw a leopard. I started to run. The leopard ran after me. I saw a branch hanging I.ow. J jumped and got hold of it and the leopard ran on. Then when I saw he was gone, ] came down and went home. K. RYAN. AN ANIMAL

STANDARD

ADVENTURE

IN A BOAT

One day my father and I went fishing. As we were travelling along, the boat began to sink. Quickly my father got his diving suit and put it on. Then he dived down to see what was going on. When he came back, J said, "What happened?" And my father said that a rock made a hole in the boat. Then my father put up a flag with help in the middle. And a tug boat came to our rescue. And if the tug boat had never come. we would still be there to this very day. G. O_AYDEN. THE

THE LIFE STORY OF A PIRATE "My name is Black Hawk tbe pirate. I sail tbc seas. My crew mates are Jimmy, Tommyand Billy. We take biscuits and wine on every voyage. Every morning the crew hoist the sails and reload the cannons. We attack at least one ship a day. Jimmy keeps the sabres but I keep tbe guns. One day we were sailing the English seas when we were challenged to a fight, our ship sank. Jimmy was killed and so were my other ship mates. I survived but was stranded on an island. I made myself a home of leaves and reeds. As [ was hunting one day a queer looking creature rushed out at me and tossed me with its horns. I was injured but was rescued two days later by a passing ship." D. KAVAI.SKY.

STORY

Once I was listening to our radio and [ was in a play. I was fighting a leopard. He pounced on me. 1 was on crutches. I stuck my fist down his jaw and, crash!, my crutches broke. My wife came out of the hut with Rover, our dog. The dog saw that I was in danger. My wife .Iet him go. He ran at me and took my gun and my hand and pulled hard. Then 1 was on my crippled legs. The dog dropped my gun. I picked it up and had to shoot twice. When I had shot twice the leopard was dead. R. DU PI.OOY. AN

a.AYDEN.

THE K[NG AND HlS SWORD Once upon a time there lived a king. He had a sword, and a battle was on. The enemy wanted his sword so they had a battle. One of the enemies stole the sword, and when the king found out that it had been stolen, he went to look for it. He found .it in his river, then he jumped on his horse and rode into battle. With his faithful sword he killed the enemy, and from then on he ruled his people with care. A. MORRIS.

JUNGLE

L wenl hunting in Africa. I went all about and the last place I went to was dangerous. I shot a lion and a black mamba. I saw a pride of wild cats. I shot at one, but I missed the cat. They began to run at me. I dropped the gun and began to run to the truck. I ran as fast as I could, but as I got close to the truck the cat that I sbot caught me by the pants. Then they all packed on me and bit my arm again and again, but my friend heard me shouting and he ran to me and shot all the cats.

FIFTEEN LITTLE ANTS Fifteen little ants went walking one day, and they came upon a piece of rice. "I'm having it," said one. "I saw it first:' said another. "It's mine,'" said anotber. Just then a cat who had been Listening to the ants said, uJ will throw this piece of sand far, and you must fetcb it." When the ants came back the cat had gone, and the rice had gone too. R. VAN ZYL.

VAN BREDA.

to go. They went as far as the Amazon River in a land-rover, then they hired two canoes, and went the rest of the way by river. Some hours later my uncle heard the trees overhead rustle. An anaconda slithered out of them. My uncle picked up his gun and shot at it but he missed. So he called the other men. They all fired and at last the serpent feU down into tbe river. The men got out and pulled it on to the bank so that the canoes could go on. The next day they saw a bilJ. They decided to have a closer look at it so they all climbed out of the canoes and set out into the jungle. At the foot of the hill they saw a big cave. There was a tunnel at the back of it which went deep down. Suddenly they came in front of a pile of stones and sand and found that the roof had fallen in. They started to shovel it all away, at last .they had made a big hole. When they got through tbe hole, they saw the explorers and treasure that they had found. My uncle and his men got the explorers safely back h) the town, but that is only one of my uncle's adventures.

THE WRECK OF THE S.A. SEAFARER "What's the matter?", I said sleepily as I was awakened. I found it was Air-Commodore Jones, who said, "There is a wrecked ship with seventysix passengers on it." I quickly got dressed and wakened my crew. We got the helicopter out and went towards the stricken ship. By then we were in sight of the ship and we circled round and after three unsuccessful tries we got a line down to the ship. We pulled up the line and took the rescued people to the gardens. Two more helicopters were called and between us we rescued everybody on board the ship. I went back to bed tired, but happy. A. VANN. THE STOLEN JEWELLERY One morning whiJe I was reading the newspaper, I saw the Mayor's wife's jewellery had been stolen. That afternoon I was out hiking with my friend, Arthur Jones, when I saw a sack hjdden under a bush. We looked inside and found that it contained the missing jewels. We were about to take the sack away, when two men ran up shouting angrily. I guessed that these men were the thieves so I ran away as fast as I could. Arthur began to follow me, but he tripped and fell. Quickly the thieves tied a piece of cloth around Arthur's mouth then one picked up the sack and they led him away. Meanwhile, I ran to a nearby police station and told tbe story to the chief constable. A squad car was sent out and the thieves were soon being taken back in the car. We were very glad that we were able to help in getting back the jewellery. P. MERR1NGTON.

MERRINGTON.

MY TWO HAMSTERS My two hamsters are as playful as can be, and are as busy as bees. One's named Dizzy and the other named Scampy and to watch them, makes me giddy. They scurry up and down in their golden gowns, but when it comes to bedtime, they slow down, and go to bed sadly. R.

VAN

ZYL.

THE LOST KEYS One Sunday we went down Jacob's Ladder. We reached St. James beach and played amongst the rocks. Soon we decided to go back to the car. As we sat in tbe car which was parked on Boyes Drive, my mother discovered she bad lost her keys. So we had to go all the way down tbe steps again. I found the keys next to a rock. My mother had to go all the way back up the Ladder to tbe car and drove it back to the beach. The next week-end I asked my mother to take us again, but she said, "No. no, no, absolutely

THE LOST GOLD MINE I have an uncle who was once an explorer. He told me that when he was on holiday in South America he went to Rio de Janeiro. One day a friend of his who was in the government invited him to join a search party which was going into the Amazon jungle to look for some explorers who had set out in an attempt to find some lost treasure that once belonged to a tribe of savage Indians. A few days later the search party was ready

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HAWfREY.

STANDARD OUR

HOE EK MY VRIEND SE LEWE GERED HET Ek en my maat het besluit om strand toe te gaan vir die dag. Ons het toebroodjies ingepak en ek het my hond. Stompie, geroep. Toe klim ons op ons fietse en ry weg. Ons het al langs die see gery tot ons by 'n kafee gekom bet. Toe het ons koeldrank gekoop en op die sand gaan sit en eet. Skielik sĂŞ my vriend, "Haai, Willie! kyk daardie wrak op die rotse. Kom ons gaan daar 'n bietjie rondkyk." "Nee, ons moet nie. Ons sal nooit daar naby kom nie. Die water is te diep;' het ek gesĂŞ. "Ag, jy's laf. Bly dan hier. Ek sal alleen gaan," se Fransie. 'n Bietjie later hoor ek 'n gil en ek sien hoe Fransie se kop onder die branders verdwyn. Ek het my hemp uitgetrek en ingeduik. Stompie hel langs my geswem. Ons het vir Fransie uit die water getrek. 'n Paar mense het gesien wat gebeur het en bet hom na hulle huis geneem en vir hom iets droog gegee om aan te trek en iets warm gegee om te drink. Hy het gou weer beter gevoel en ons het huis toe gery. Van daardie dag af was Fransie altyd baie versigtig en gehoorsaam.

BRlT1SH BULLDOG

One day my father came home from a trip to Johannesburg and said that we were getting a thoroughbred British bulldog in a few weeks time. Eventually the day came when we were to fetch him at tbe airport. Wt; saw the 'plane come in to land. After a long wait we saw the little crate being pushed through on a trolley towards us. The puppy was beautiful and wc called him "M r. 'Erny' Tggins. He weighed nine pounds when we got him, but after his first birthday he weighed over fifty pounds. My dad is going up to Johannesburg again next week to get him a little mate called Eliza Doolittle. D.

THE MAN AND HIS

MEYEROWIT7.

HOOD

Once upon a time, In a pixies wood, There lived a little man. With a witches hood. Now tbis little man, And his witch's hood, Taugbt all those pixies, To be bad not good.

HACK.

MY RABBIT I have a little rabbit, His name is Bobtail-Bing, He eats green grass and carrot tops, And spends his time doing funny hops.

He punched tbe pixies, And trad on thei.r toeses, And hung poison ivy, At the end of their noses.

H.is eyes are brown, his tail is white, H.is two front teeth are long, He does not like his rabbit cage, And bites the door in angry rage.

Until one day, He was playing by the river. He bated water, 'Cause it made him shiver.

A pix.ie came, And pushed him in. And ran away. With a naughty grin.

STOKEWEI.I

SHIPWRECKED One day my father and I went sailing in our little boat. The sky was overcast but the sea was quite calm. We were enjoying ourselves so much that we did not notice a heavy fog rolling in from the sea. Too late we turned for home and very soon we could only see a few feet around us. My father put me in the very front of the boat as a look-out, whIle we moved in the direction he thought the harbour lay. Suddenly we heard a

His bood was so heavy, He went down, down, down, That was the last they saw of him. rn pixie town. G.

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crash and the boat hit some ugly black rocks. Water rushed jn and as the boat sank we had to clamber on to the rock where we crouched, shivering and very frightened. Luckily the tide was going out and as the fog was lifting so was our fear. We felt so foolish when the sun came out and showed that the beach was so close that by swimming just a few yards we were able to wade to the shore. We were happy to be alive, but sad to have lost our boat. G. MEYER.

STANDARD

A few days later we flew to Vienna in Austria. There is a church built in Gothic style with two spirals towers. One is unfinished. One evening we had supper in the town of Grinzing. Later we travelled to Salzburg in a hired car and visited the site where "The Sound of Music" was filmed. We flew to Israel by Austrian Airways. We stayed at the Dan Carmel in Haifa and visited the Technion University. From Tel Aviv, our next stop, we went to Ceasaria, an old Roman sea port, where a theatre is being reconstructed and used again as it was two thousand years ago. In Jerusalem we saw the Hurusa Hospital and the famous Dead Sea. Five days later we flew to Athens in Greece. The most famous sight in this city is the Acropolis, on which the Parthenon, an old temple, stands. I found the tiny streets of Athens very interesting because they are beautifully decorated. A few of these streets lead to ancient theatres. Too soon we had to return to South Africa after a wonderful summer holiday in Europe.

THE WIND Oh, how the wind blows, Through meadow and dale, past bushes and trees A gale has come, old trees fall, flowers are ruined, Suddenly there is a flash, the sky is lighted, just for a moment. The wind is howling, the sea is raging, Down comes the rain, wetting everything; Dawn is near and the clouds subsides, The wind blows itself out and all is quiet. N.

YACH.

A THUNDERSTORM

SILBOWlTZ.

Late one afternoon the sky became overcast and the clouds grew dark. In the distance I could hear a rolling of thunder. I felt a cold drop of rain on my face and the next moment the rain came down in torrents. Suddenly, without warning, there was an earsplitting clap of thunder, and the whole earth seemed to vibrate. The lightning flashed across the sky and I dashed to the shelter of a thick oak tree. I waited shivering with cold and fear. Slowly the storm seemed to die away, and then ceased altogether. The rain stopped and the clouds parted, revealing a warm bright sun. I came out from under the oak and walked home thankfulJy. That was the worst thunderstorm I had ever been in. O. BLUMBERG.

A SUMMER HOLIDAY IN EUROPE Rome, the famous capital city of Italy, was to be our first stop after leaving Johannesburg on the 8th June. How excited I was when we left the Golden City on our way to a holiday in Europe. St. Peter's, the largest cathedral in the world, was the first of many historical buildings that we visited, after our arrival in Rome. We also saw the most famous of the Roman ruins, the Colosseum and afterwards went to the Olympic swimming bath. A few days later my father and I motored south to Florence. The second largest cathedral, St. Paul's, is in this famous city. After our stay at the Villa Medici Hotel, we visited the remains of Ostia, just outside the city. We went by car to Milan, where my sister and I went window-shopping in the Arcade. Later we drove to Lake Como, Cernobbia where I learned to water-ski. m Venice we had to take a gondola to the centre of the city, as there are no streets, only waterways. We saw the Doges Palace-the King's Palace. In St. Mark Square there are hundreds of pigeons, which are fed regularly every day.

A VISIT TO A GAME RESERVE The growling of a lion could be heard in the bush as we sat around the campfire. I was filled with excitement and thought, "If this was our first day, what would the rest of our stay be like?" At the crack of dawn we went down to a waterhole where we saw a shadow of a buck appear.

seun met 'n emmer vol melk in sy hand gesien_ Hy het gesê dat hy die groot koei gemelk het. Later het ons na die ou windpomp gegaan. Oupa het gesê dat die windpomp water in die dammetjie pomp. Ons het ook na die koringlande en mielielande gestap en gesien hoe die trekkers werk. Na 'n aangename vakansie op die plaas moes ons weer terug dorp toe. A. HENDRIKSE.

It emerged a graceful figure walking at the foot of the gleaming pool. Then we saw a cheetah, the fastest animal in the world, come out of the bushes and run at the game warden. I was terrified, but the warden luckily scared the animal off. As we were touring through the thickest part of the Park, we saw a gigantic elephant tear up a tree in anger and it sounded as if the world had been shaken. Luckily it moved off into the bush. On our last night at the Park I had an adventure of my own. I was taking a stroll t1uough tbe park where the hyena lived when suddenly it leaped out of the bush and came towards me. I calJed for help, but when none came I thought it best to climb the nearest tree. After a while the hyena slunk away and as I got down I could hear it laughing and calling to the rest of the pack. Wbat an exciting way to end my visit to the game reserve.

STANDARD

I am a little Canadian boy. I am ten years old. My name is Paul. My parents and my three sisters have been captured by the Germans. I am living in a little ruin in the woods. It is ten miles away from the German concentration camp. One dark and misty night I decided to free my family. It was about nine o'clock and I decided to enter at twelve o'clock. During the three bours I would get everytbing set for the escape outside the concentration camp. Before I could move a muscle, I was surrounded by German guards. They took me inside the concentration camp. In the morning all I got for breakfast was a small portion of water and a slice of stale bread. As soon as I could move, I found my parents and my tl1ree sisters. That nigbt we got together and made plans for our escape. The next morning we got the same breakfast as we had the morning before. That nigbt my family and I got together. My father told my mother to keep my sisters calm, while my father and I crept up and knocked out five officers using judo and making one feel drowsy. We asked him wbat the pass-word was and he said it was "Himmel". We knocked b.im out and quickly ran back to my mother and sisters. Luckily my mother and sisters had short bair, which made them look like boys. We quickly cbanged into the officers' uniforms. We walked past the entrance-gate and as soon as we were out of sigbt, we ran for our lives. As soon as we reached freedom we made plans to leave the country. P. KATZ.

D. CHArT.

BIRDS From the Eagle strong and rrughty, Down to tbe Robin chirping brigbtly ; All the birds of the sky flock together, All the birds of every feather. They fly right up to the blue above, Chirping and singing As they go winging, Up to the clouds above. Now they are swooping .Iow over trees, Then they go flying through the heavens with ease. O. BLUMBERG. 'N BESOEK AAN 'N PLAAS Op 'n Woensdag bet my ma en pa gesê dat ons 'n brief van oupa en ouma ontvang het. Hulle het gevra dat ons hul plaas in die Transvaal moet kom besoek. Na aIJes gereed was, het ons vroeg een oggend in die motor geklim, op ons pad Transvaal toe. Ons het in Pretoria gestop en by 'n groot winkel ingestap. Ons bet geskenke vir oupa en ouma gekoop. Toe het ons weer in die motor geklim en na die plaas gery. Toe ons daar aangekom het, het ons oupa en ouma die presente gegee. Ons het toe uitgegaan en die melkkamer deurgekyk. Ons het 'n klein

OUR TRIP TO HERMANUS One day my father told us that we were going to Hermanus with some friends for the September holidays. On the Saturday after we broke up, we left. 34

When we arrived we went straight to the botel and settled down. Five minutes later, my sister and I were downstairs exploring. First we went to the birdcage and looked al all tbe birds. Theu we went into tbe hall and had a look at all the table-tennis tables. We ran outside again and we saw our friends coming. We rushed out of the way of their car, and, as soon as it was parked, we ran to meet tbem. Just tben my mother called us and we went inside to help ber unpack. The next morning we took a dr.ive to tbe lagoon and fished off tbe rocks. At lunch-time we went back to tbe hotel, and after lunch my father, his friend, his friénd's son and I spent the rest of the afternoon on the golf course. The rest of the week we spent fishing and going for drives, and at the end of the week we went home. S. BEBR.

WHAT'S YOUR SCHOOL? '·What's your school?" said the man on the bus. ·'Wynberg," I said, and he looked quite touched. ·'A very good school, I'm told, that's true. ··1 hope you respect your white and blue." 1 stopped and thought, and I'm glad to say, T had behaved in a mannerly way. The moral of this applies to you: Remember your School, and be proud of it too. D. WHY? Why does the wind blow? Wby does the river flow? Why do birds fly? Why do we die? Why do boys have to go to school? And fishes swim in a pool? Can anyone tell me why? Oh, WHY?

'N RUGBYWEDSTRYD

J. GERRIE.

Een Saterdagoggend het ek rugby by my skool gespeel. Ek speel vleuelomdat ek baie vinnig hardloop. Na 'n rukkie het ek 'n doel gedruk. Toe die wedstryd klaar was, was die telling 3-0. G.

A FISH

RACE

One day there were two fishes having a race in a brook, When suddenly one got caught by a fishing book. The other swam on witb a happy look on his face. Because now he had won the race.

Roux.

·N RUGBYWEDSTRYD

Ek het in 'n Rugbywedstryd teen Paarl gespeel. Ons het per bus gegaan. Na 'n rukkie was ons daar. My kaptein het gesê dat ek senter moet speel. Na vyftien minute het ons begin. Die skeidsregter het gesê dat ons moet begin. Mathews het 'n doel gedruk en Tony Fiynn het dit vervyf, en ons het die wedstryd 5--0 gewen.

FORTY

GIBBONS.

SHIPS

Forty ships went a-sailing at sea; One came back to fetch me. While I was aboard, I captured pirates and received a reward. How exciting it was to be aboard.

M. VENTER.

IN THE DARK

BrRD.

GIBBONS.

BLUE SEA THE BULLFIGHTER

In the dark

blue sea with corals bright and fishes that gLint of golden light, lies the sunken ship. In the dark blue sea lies the big blue shark with savage teeth, so big and sharp, waiting for his prey. In the dark blue sea are creatures strange with Jong thin spines that wiU cause intense pa.in. Deep in the ocean are wonders too, while around the rocks lurk dangers.

Full of courage and fuU of strength Stands the bullfighter at the length. Then the bull charges at the flight, With the fighter at the fight. Suddenly the sword swings, Hitting the bull on the crown. Then with blood pouring red the bull falls down, to lie Forever on the ground.

G. BREIT.

A. VICE.

sweetpeas and poppies, with daisies in between. Three hedges grow around the biggest bed. I stopped at the stream to throw a couple of stones into it, and then stepped across by means of stepping-stones. Leaving the path, I ran across the lawn to the sun-dial. Seeing the time, I went on and arrived at the rose bed. I marvelled at how quickly the buds had opened up into flowers. r moved on to where the fountain towered high into the air. There I sat on a bench for a minute to watch my feathered friends bathing in the bird-batb. I then realised that I had been wandering for a long time. I cut across the lawn, up the steps, and into the house. It was indeed a happy stroll through my garden.

STANDARD 4A A HAUNTED

VILLAGE

"Aaab, he, he, he." "Did you hear that shout and laugh, Dick?" said Joe. "Sure did," said Dick. "That's the ghost that kills people. I remember that laugh from last night." Next morning the villagers found tbe body of a woman hanging from a tree. Tbe body was battered and the victim had been strangled. Rumours went round the village that one of their gods was angry with them. For the next three days three more lives were claimed by the so-called god. The chief of the village said that they should move because the village was haunted, but Dick had a plan in mind. That night Joe sat in a tree with Dick. Joe had a shot-gun loaded and ready to shoot the "ghost". "He! He!" "Listen!" said Dick, "there's that laugh again. Get ready with the shot-gun." "There he is, plug him." The "ghost" fell to the ground. Dick and Joe climbed out of the tree and ran to the body. It was a figure dressed like a ghost and it had claws over its fingers. Joe had shot the person through his heart. "That's the end of the ghost," said Joe. "Sure thing," said Dick. "He was known as a dare-devil, and he was an evil man," said one of the villagers. Before he was sbot he was a convict who had been sentenced to ten years' imprisonment for trying to kill a man with a knife. A few weeks earlier he had been set free and started terrorising the inhabitants of the village. J.

MY IDEAL

B. WHITLEY.

A STORM

AT SEA

The "Seaworthy" left harbour at one o'clock and brought forth a glorious afternoon with the sun shining and the breakers lapping against the stern of the ocean-going vessel. Everything was going smoothly up till about six o'clock. Then the crew began to feel uneasy as dark clouds started to form against the now darkening sky. Suddenly the wind began to grow. In a few minutes it was screaming across the sky. "All hands on deck!" rang out the command. The wind in its fury was now a gale. "Reef the main sail!" Some of the sailors began pumping water from the deck, while others were trying as best they could to control the vessel. The rumbling of thunder could be heard and lightning seen at intervals. The gallant vessel was tossed about like a cork. "Rocks ahead," yelled the look-out. Even as he spoke, a grating sound could be heard. The tremendously powerful waves still pounded broadside on to the "Seaworthy". "We're off the rocks," yelled a sailor. Then, after about five minutes of fighting, the terrible grating noise could be heard again. This time there was a shout, "A leak, we've sprung a leak!" Then, just as suddenly as it came, the storm subsided. "We're on an island," yelled a voice. And so they were. The crew managed to get most of their supplies to the island. About five months later the survivors were rescued and taken to safety.

OOSTHUIZEN.

GARDEN

Sitting on the lawn in my spacious garden was simply marvellous. I thought I would take路 a stroll through it. . My garden consists of twenty large beds of flowers and five lawns, of which two descend in terraces to a stream. Also, there are a few rockeries, a sun-dial, and two fountains. There are many different kinds of flowers, such as roses,. 路carnations, pansies, primroses, dahlias,

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GRANGER.

A MOUNTAIN-CLIMB

long intervals. However, by lunch-time I had entered four. One in particular, "Royco Soup Picture Packet," bad rather an exciting prizeand all I had to do to qualify for this was to draw a copy of a Royco Cream of Tomato Soup packet. Imagine, a brand-new bicycle for this! Second prize was a transistor radio. and third a year's supply of Royco soups. I set my heart on winning this bicycle and concentrated on my artistic copy of the packet. It did not take me as long as I thought it would and it was soon on its way. The following week I received a letter saying tbat I was to go to Broadcast House in Sea Point that night. We went along and sat inside and waited. The radio announcer appeared and read some names from a list. Mine was included and I had won - the bicycle! It was a proud moment when I stepped up to tbe platform and received my brand-new bicycle.

There, looming up in the dim distance, was Mount Logan. I had long waited to climb it and now I had my opportunity. The guide showed my friend and I a narrow track leading up into the clinging mist. It was strenuous work, and after three nours we stopped under a boulder and rested. . It was now steep and we had to knock steel pegs mto the solId rock. The guide was first, I was second ~nd Jack, my friend, followed. Suddenly 1 felt a Jerk on the rope tied to my waist. Jack's foot had slipped and he was dangling at the end, a matter of about fiv:: yards between us. We were now about ten thousand feet hign and the air was getting thinner. It was dusk as we arrived at tbe fust rest camp. That night Jack said he had left some provisions outside and went to fetcb tbem. An hour passed and be had not returned. The guide and I went outsi.de to search for him. I quickly gatnered a hurflcane lamp and set off. I heard a groan coming from beneath a ledge and returned to fetch a rope ladder. I climbed down and saw him lying in a crumpled heap at the bottom. The guide came and strapped him to his back and slowly ascended. The next morning, with Jack strapped to the guide's back, we descended. We took him to hospital and he had to stay there a week for observation. He then thanked us for saving him. K.

WOLF.

A SHOT! We were lying in our tent when suddenly there was a loud noise nearby. My friend and I jumped up an~ ran out of the tent and we saw, lying face down lo a fi~ld, a man, and another running away from him with a revolver in his hand. I saw that be had been shot and so I ran to a phone-box wllich was nearby. I phoned for an ambulance and minutes later it arrived, siren wailing. Thi~ had all happened in a matter of minutes and we could still see the other man who was running away. My friend and I set out in pursuit, but a moment later he vanished into a forest. When we arrived at the forest we could still hear bim, so we kept on running. The distance became shorter and shorter, and we were catching up on him. Suddenly he tripped, and before he could recover we had caught up, but he was a strong man and he managed to throw us off. He pulled out a gun and said "Stick 'em up". Moments later a curt order rand out from behind him. "Drop that gun". It was a policeman and he handcuffed the man and took him to gaol. The next day we recei~ed a reward because he was an escaped convIct. Later that day we heard that the man who had been shot was a policeman who was pursuing the convict.

HOPKINS.

COMPETITIONS It was a cold, windy and rainy day. I had '.flu and had to stay in bed. I had nothing to do except listen to the radio. I decided to enter some of the competitions announced from time to time. My mother gave me a pencil and some paper on which to write down the answers to the questions and the addresses of tbe various competitions. I tuned in and listened carefully for any sign of one. After half an hour of tense waiting I heard "Guess the Programme". The announcer gave the introduction to a programme and I had to complete and say which programme it was. I was convinced that it was "The Loudspeaker Show" and proceeded to write down the answer and address on my piece of paper. I waited anxiously for the next and became rather annoyed for they were only announced at

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depths. A few minutes later we heard by telephone that they had found the wreck and were beginning to get things ready for hoisting. Suddenly he stopped talking. We called again but there was no reply. We hoisted up the life-line, which contained the telephone line, and found it had been deliberately cut! Fortunately for the diver his air-hose had not been cut. Now we just had to call the other diver and he would rescue the first. But the same thing had happened to him. There must be someone who was cutting the divers' lines. I asked if they had an aqua-lung which I could borrow to see what had happened. They agreed and I went over the side. I dived deeper and deeper until I saw the two divers. Then suddenly I saw an aqua-lung diver like myself. He was the one who had cut the lines. I drew my knife and cut the line from his aqua-lung to his mouth. Gasping for air, he went straight back to the surface. I tied two life-lines to the divers and went up, back to the tug. On board they hoisted up the divers and soon we were all on deck. That was the end of a very exciting outing.

STANDARD 48 A BREA THT AKING

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We were lying in our tent when suddenly there was a loud noise nearby. "A lion," I said to my friend, Howard. I grabbed my rifle and dashed outside, but I was too late. The lion had gone. The next morning Howard and I set off to find the killer. As we walked along, a native came staggering up. "Great chief," he said, "a lion killed two people in my village last night. You must kill him." Then I asked, "Can you send me ten warriors?" He said "Yes", and soon we were off again, prepared for any danger that lay in our path. That evening our search, having proved fruitless, ended. We set up camp opposite a stream. Late that night we heard a roar and a scream. Howard grabbed his rifle and I did likewise. We hurried outside. We shot at the lion, but missed. We went after the lion but soon lost track of it. We went back to bed. In the morning we asked one of the warriors if he could pick up the lion's track. He said he would try and so saying we set off. Later the men said that they had seen the lion heading towards Python's Waterhole. We immediately changed course and soon we reached our destination. Upon arrival we were startled to see that the killer was engaged in a fight with a twenty-foot python. Eventually the lion was squeezed to death. We shot the python. When everything was over I said to Howard, ''That's one worry off our minds".

EXPLORATION OF THE SOUTH SEA ISLAND OF PONGO I, Prof. McDuff, and my two colleagues, Jim Baxter and Ted Hawkins, eventually left New York on the small vessel, the "Explorer", on the 27th February, 1965. We were bound for the South Pacific but had to stop at Panama due to engine trouble. I continue my story on the 2nd March. It was 6.30 a.m. and we were sailing through the Canal after having repaired our engine. On the morning of the next day we had travelled two hundred miles, still 2,000 miles from our destination. After another ten days we spotted Panga, the island of our final destination. On the shore was Terry White, another of my friends. He was the only white on the island inhabited by Pangalians. Our task was to explore for rubies. One had already been found in the Bundie River by one of the natives. It was a ruby of considerable value and size. The river is not a big one. It is about five miles long and at its widest point thirty yards wide. After settling into our small hut we began to question the native about the finding of the ruby. In reply he answered, "On rocks, in river, bad

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AN EXCITING

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OUTING

Early one Sunday morning my father and I went to the Simonstown Harbour. We had heard that a salvage tug was leaving the harbour. My father knew the captain of the tug and had arranged for us to go aboard and watch the divers salvage the wreck of a ship that had recently sunk with a valuable cargo. The weather was fine and at half past nine we left the harbour and set out to sea. When we were about fifteen miles out from the shore we approached the site of the wreck. Two divers were helped into thelr helmets and diving apparatus by their crew. Soon they were lowered over the side and they disappeared into the 38

place, many big Lizards", That day being the 12th March, we decided to go down the river, with the native on the 14th, At six o'clock on the 14th we left the village in a small canoe, On board was Jim Baxter holding a rifle, the native, whose name turned out to be Thaba, with the paddle, and myself with a map of the area. About two miles down river the native pointed out a rock. He told us tbat he had seen something sparkling and climbed out of his canoe. He then said that a huge reptile had attacked him but he had had just enough time to grab the ruby and escape. After a lot of coaxing I managed to get Thaba to help lift the rock while Jim covered us with the rifle. Under the rock we found as large as life a small chest full of gems of all kinds. When we got back to tbe village I told Jim, Ted and Terry about a story telling of a chief wbo had hid all his wealth before a war so that it would not fall into enemy hands. The next day, after loading our vessel with stores, we left for New York with tbe jewels in the island chief's hands. N.

after letting off a burst which smashed my cockpit. Back at base, later, in the mess, two pilots stood in front of me. "Why clid you bring two bombs back when you should have dropped them all?" asked one. "I wanted more left for my next raid," I answered, and laughed. A minute later the door banged and they were gone. G. FITZPATRICK. THE MOUSE One dark night, When the moon was shining bright, A little grey mouse crept out To look about. He found some cake Of an excellent make, Just right, For a mouse tonight. C.DolG. I HAD

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I had a small rhinoceros, I kept him here for years; He had a round, grey, bulky back, And small and pointed ears. He ate a lot, you bet he did: One hundredweight a day; But he always ate an apple too, To keep the "doc" away. My maid, she simply hated him, And worse if he trod on ber foot. She said, "Och, aye, Ab'm telling ye, That animal's gotta get oot!" I took no notice, no, not I, I simply turned away; But I was to regret this actShe turned on him one day. She bad an old gunShe wasn't a crack shot; But the old girl was wise, And she filled it with buckshot. She shouted, "Ah'll kiJI 'im!" "He trod on mah corn!" "Boom!" It went off and hit him, Just under his horn. I had a small rhinoceros, But I don't have him now; Last week I bought a little cat, And I've also bought a cow.

WATSON.

"MAKASI" On the runway of 620 Squadron's base stood a silver P47 Thunderbolt with a tail like a sieve. This was Makasi, my pride and joy. The shattered cockpit opened, and out I came, looking just as scruffy as old Makasi. A young mechanic ran ur to me, took a glance at my plane, and said, "Sir, you'd better report to the 'Wingco'!" T froze him with a stare, leapt down, and ambled across the tarmac. There was a knock on the door. The Wing Commander stood up, and sbouted for me to come in. I opened tbe door and walked in. 'Take a seat," he murmured, without looking up. "Now, Mitchell, I want to speak to you," he exclaimed, putting down his pen. Ten minutes later, I came out, walked up to Makasi and caught hold of her bigh tail. I patted it and poked my finger through a bullet hole. "We're going somewhere, old girl, you and J."

Fifteen minutes later, up in the air, I pulled back the joystick and Makasi soared into a cloud. 1 dropped six bombs, looped tbe loop, and roared home. A Mig 15 jumped up in front of me. I fired two missiles and watched the Mig explode,

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Mayer sitting in the corner. He is the man who organises these children's concerts. Tben tbe London Symphony Orchestra began to play "Ultava" by Smetana. This is about a river in Czechoslovakia and it was a beautiful piece. Then the guest came in and it was Jacqueline Du Pre wbo played the 'cello. Wben she was finished, another piece was played called "Overture in the [talian Style in D" by Scbubert, but before this the conductor, Trevor Harvey, told us about it, and played a bit of it on the piano. The orchestra had violins, 'cellos, flutes, trombones, violas, drums, and many other instruments, each taking turns to play at the right time. Wben we went home we crossed a bridge which overlooks the Thames, to get to the station. Tben we went down on an escalator. We bought our tickets and took the train to Ealing. When I arrived home I showed my mother the programme and told her about the concert. Sometimes my mother came with us to help to look after tbe children with the teacher. I wish I could still go.

DAY"

At last tbe great day bad come, and we were on our way to tbe Republic Festival "Youth Day" at Newlands. When we arrived, we took our seats on the stand and waited anxiously for tbe show to begin. Suddenly there was a thunder of drums and the proud school cadets began their grand march. Their gold- and silver-tinted drums shone brightly in the sunlight, and later when tbey were standing at attention, a Voortrekker Girl and a Boy Scout had the honour of hoisting tbe South African flag. Then all the spectators, accompanied by the Naval Band, began to sing "Die Stem". After the ceremony, tbere was a speech by the Administrator, followed by folk dancing, which was done by schoolgirls in colourful frocks. As soon as the girls had left the field, the next item began. Hundreds of little children gave an amusing and well-organised display with coloured balls. A few minutes later the gym display began. There were times when the audience gasped in amazement at tbe feats of the performers. The coloured track-suits were magnificent and when they assembled in formation, tbere, in front of us, were the colours of South Africa. The Naval Band concluded a most successful and beautiful day in which our school was proud to take part.

M.LANDMAN.

A VISIT TO JOHANNESBURG LOWVELD

AND THE

It was the 29th June, 1966. I stepped into the Boeing 727 which was to take me to Johannesburg. After forty minutes, the plane touched down at Jan Smuts, tbe international airport a little way out of Johannesburg. I was taken from the airport by my aunt to her house. There I was greeted by my cousins and their father. Three days later we were on our way to the Lowvel.d. After four hours' driving we stopped for lunch on the top of Mt. Anderson, the highest mountain in the Transvaal. It was late afternoon before we sank into a soft bed at our hired rondawels near Sabie. The next day we toured around the hilly or mountainous countryside. All along the slopes are vast forests of trees. We also went to a number of waterfalls, e.g. Lone Creek, Bridal Veil and Mac Mac. On Wednesday we rose early and journeyed the twenty miles to the Kruger National Park. We saw a number of animals including acheetab. The rest of the holiday was spent in exploring the different landmarks of the Transvaal Lowveld. Tbe climate in the Lowveld is similar to tbat where we live. We left after ten most enjoyable and interesting days in the Lowveld.

D.HERRON.

A CONCERT FOR SCHOLARS IN THE ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL When I was living in England I used to go with my school on a Saturday morning to tbe Royal Festival Hall. We travelled by train and bus. When we arrived there with the teacher, we had something to eat, and bought a programme. Wben tbe time came, we entered and proceeded to our seats. The concert was mainly for children. Then some of the musicians entered the stage and began to tune tbeir instruments. When the leader and tbe conductor entered, people clapped. Then the conductor began to tell us about tbe composer and the music. The music began and you didn't even hear a cough. The music was Beethoven's Symphony No. 4. After this piece was played we clapped and the orchestra stood up. We saw Robert 41

A MOUNTAIN

On arriving back in Johannesburg, I took a bus into the city and had a look at the Afrikaner Museum at the Library. I also went up Brixton rower, the FM tower for Johannesburg. At the top you enjoy an aerial view of Johannesburg. The day soon dawned when I was to leave. On arriving at the airport I had my luggage weighed and then stepped into the Boeing which was to take me home. The plane took off and I glimpsed, for the last time on my holiday, the Golden City of "Johannesburg". R. FRIEDLANDER.

CLIMB

The sun shone brightly on a little party of boys, slowly ascending the high Swiss peak. The party included Jack Roberts, Peter Hugh, Tom Turner, Jimmy Edwards, and me. "Whew, hard work this," panted Jimmy, and although it was winter and the mountain was covered with snow, we were all panting and perspiring. Soon the path became steeper and after a while we started scaling the shaggy cliff-like rocks to the summit. "I vote we stop and rest a while," said Jack as we were nearly at the top. "Let's just reach the peak first," I called, "and then we can have a bite to eat." "Wow!" gasped Tom, "this is a steep one," and he spoke the truth, because far below we could see the earth, but all the way it was a sheer drop. None of us noticed a huge cloud, drifting slowly over the summit, until suddenly I turned round to see only the faint outline of my friends, who were sitting really very close. "Quick," I cried in alarm, "we must climb down before this cloud blots out the way altogether". "Right, come one," called Peter, and we scrambled down the steep slope. Half-way down, Peter suddenly caught his foot in a bush and he fell right over the edge. "Peter, Peter, Peter's falJen," howled Jack, and, at that moment, I heard Peter screaming as be fell. Luckily the sun came out just then, and I could see Peter lying on a ledge far below. It did not take us long to scramble down to the ledge and we saw that Peter was very seriously injured. He had broken his leg and arm and he was in desperate need of hospitaL attention. "Listen," husbed Tom suddenly, and through the stillness we beard a buzzing noise. It grew louder, and suddenly the dark shape of a helicopter appeared above us. "Hooray," we all shouted togetber, and very soon Peter was being hoisted into the helicopter on a stretcher. "You coming too?" shouted a man from the door. "All right," cried Jim, and soon I was climbing up the rope ladder into the macbine. When we arrived bome, Peter was rusbed to hospital wbile we told our worried parents about the accident. Dad said he had called out the mountain rescue unit because be bad been worried about us. After six months in hospital, Peter recovered and wanted to climb that peak again.

A MOUNTAIN ACCIDENT I awakened suddenly to the sound of my alarm clock. Lazily, I opened one eye to see the luminous hands pointing to six o'clock. I jumped out of bed, washed, dressed and within fifteen minutes I was eating my breakfast. Afterwards, I packed my haversack and was ready to leave my flat. That day my friends and I were to climb Lion's Head, and when we had reached the summit we were to have a picnic and return home later in the day. I had arranged to meet them at the bus terminus at half past seven. They had all arrived by half past seven, but, owing to difficulties with the bus, we left the terminus only at eight o'clock. We started climbing up the mountain .immediately after the bus had stopped to turn around. For the first hour the climbing was quite easy, and we paused at regular intervals to rest. But then we came to loose rocks and stones. It was quite troublesome here because some of my party lost their footing and although they were inclined to cut and bruise themselves, none of them was seriously hurt. At eleven o'clock we arrived at the top of the mountain and proceeded to prepare our picnic. An hour later we started the descent. While clambering over some rocks, one member of our party, Tom, lost his balance and tumbled down the side of the mountain. He stopped just one foot short of a big rock and we estimated that he had rolled about thirty feet. We hurried down to where he lay and found that he had broken his left leg. After tying his leg to a splint we proceeded once more on our way. We left Tom at the hospital and later went home. A few weeks later Tom came out of hospital, but his leg was still in plaster of paris and we were all happy to see him weU again.

M. GOLDSTEIN.

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The fire was burning more fiercely by then, and they scrambled up the slopes with great skill. Fortunately there were gum trees growing from which they could pick branches and beat the fire. A jeep, well equipped, carried water .in tanks, axes in order to chop trees down, and damp sacks. The water was used to keep tEie branches wet so that they would not smoulder. The fire was creeping closer and c10 er still to our house. I fetched our hose and began spraying our reed fence and our precious fruit trees. The firefighters started a fire lower down the mountain. T thought this was stupid, but I later found out that they were making a fire path.

THE LOST BOAT It was a wet, stormy night when the fishing boat set out. It was on its way out of the harbour for a good night's fi hing. The boat hadn't gone far when suddenly a great fog settled around them. The captain wa n't very worried because he was used to fogs. To ensure that they could not collide with another ship, the captain blew the boat's foghorn every few seconds. Suddenly there came a shout from the starboard side of the ship, "Man overboard!" Everyone, including the captain, left their posts and rushed to where the shout had come from. There in the water was a fisherman struggling to keep afloat in the choppy sea. He was immediately thrown a life-line and bauled back on deck. In the excitement nobody had bothered to blow the foghorn. Suddenly a huge shape appeared out of the fog and crashed into the tiny fishing vessel. There was no serious damage done to the boat and after apologising to the captain of the ship which had collided with them, they set off for the nearest port. But, unknown to them, during the collision a piece of metal had landed near the boat's compass so that it showed them going south instead of north. To make matters worse, after they had left the other boat, they found a seriously injured man who bad been hurt during the collision. This story was found written on a piece of paper on an abandoned fishing boat found floating in the Atlantic Ocean. The crew were not aboard and nothing was heard of them again.

By six o'clock that night it was all over and I was so exhusted that I fell asleep, sitting in a lounge chair, without having had any supper. J. VAN BREDA.

A DESPERATE

RACE AGAINST

FIRE

Two years ago, when we were living in a house, near tbe mountain side, a fierce fire broke out in the forests on the slopes. A few minutes later, a little boy came running down the slopes with a box of matches in his hand and, immediately I knew what had happened. As I was gathering tbe axes together, I heard my fatber phoni ng the fire-fighting department. In five minutes' time, they came roaring around the corner at a frightening speed. They hurriedly sorted out the equipment and raced up the slopes to the now blazing fire. Perspiration ran down their faces as they tried to extinguish the flames which were flung out into the air. As we were felling the trees, we saw a tree falling down on one of the men.

G. GILLMER. A FOREST FIRE Two years ago, when we were living in a house near the mountain side, a fierce fire broke out in the forest on the slopes. My father is a forester, and when I told him about the fire, ne smashed the fire-alarm outside our house. Immediately it registered in the depot, and in no time there were lorries loaded with fire-fighters arriving. Tbey were all wearing brown overal.ls with "C.C.C." in red on their backs, which stood for "Cape Town City Council". Some of them had Walkie-talkies strapped to their backs, with which they could contact the lorries below.

We immediately rescued him. He was unconscious. Two men took him down to the jeep and treated him with first aid. Slowly, but surely, the fire was being extinguished. A few sparks fell into a bush. As it started to burn, a few men sprayed it with a fire-extinguisher. When the fire was completely out, we retired and went home to have a peaceful rest from the once blazing fire. Luckily the fire had been subdued, or our home would have burnt to the ground. R.IRLAM.

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When the library first opened at the beginning of th'e year, the new librarians were faced with an almost insurmountable task. All the books bad to be re-classified and re-shelved. The Librarians, much to tbeir credit, soon had the library functioning normally. The librarians consisted mainly of Std. 10 and Std. 9 boys. Owing to pressure of work, all but four of the Std. 10's left, and the work was undertaken wholly by Std. 9's. Those who make the most use of the library are the standard sixes and sevens. The standard eights use it often enough, but I regret to say that few of the serious pupils ever visit the library. This is partly due, I think, to the lack of good novels. Many recent publications are being rejected as "unsuitable"; for tbe lower classes tbey may certainly be, but not for senior boys. It

might be a good idea to open a section for standard 9's and 10's only. The library has a good reference section, but not many people use it. The standard eights usually use it to obtain material for themes, but once these are in, the books are left to gather dust until the next set of I.C.'s arrive. Unfortunately there are a few boys who seem to think that the magazines are tbeir personal property. These magazines are of interest to other people, and not a week goes by without someone inquiring after some magazine or another. Sometimes the magazines are returned, but more often than not they are adĂŤled to the owner's collection. Except for a few mishaps like these, the library continues to run smoothly. P.S. 45

.__)J.OUJe WELLINGTON House Masters: Bromberger. House Captain:

Doubles competition. Other players to defend Wellington's intere"ts on the tennjs court were L. and K. Bridgens, Reynolds and Vickerman.

HOUSE

Messrs. E. Hopkins,

L. D.

Judo. This year Wellington had a Judo team that even the Japanese would be proud of. In tbe Jnter-House competition Wellington were winners by a fifty-point margin. In the Junior section S. Butcher won the individual championsh.ip, while P. Baerecke carried off the Senior Honours.

W. Barnes.

Vice-Capt ain : M. Cann. Secretary:

J. Fine.

Committee: A. Blotnjck, G. Pfeil, A. Lowry, D. Gauld, P. Macpherson.

SwimminE? Our swimming hopes depended largely on the success of two swimmers, and perhaps the finest feat of our sporting year was when Ben GouId, swimming in the Under 16 220 yards Freestyle, broke not only the Under 16 record but also that of the Open division. Our other waterbaby, young Alan Hammond, put the 100 yards breaststroke and two-lengths' butterfly records next to his name in a very fine performance.

The Wellington spirit whicb Mr. Bromberger infused into everyone jn our ranks served as a foundation for our successes, and the results we achieved were a just reward for the effort and enthusiasm which all concerned displayed throughout tbe year. A thletics. This year we outstripped all opposition and ran out clear winners, with forty points separating us from our nearest rival, Van Riebeeck. Our senior runners set a fine example with A. Long and A. Standley outstanding. D. Asher, K. Long and M. Oosthuizen contributed generously to the total jn tbe junior events. Whereas tbe kudos go to tbe above-mentioned atbletes, the credit must go to Mr. Bromberger whose willing advice and encouragement secured tbe Old Boys' Cup for WeLLington. In the Senior Cross Country, Wellington runners were well to the fore. De Wet won tbe race and Baerecke, Bridgens and Long were placed in the first ten. Tbe Junior Cross Country proved rather djsappointing, and only Bremer was weLL placed.

Cricket. Wellington's cricketers were ratber a mediocre bunch but certainly not lacking in spirit. Of these, only Fine and Bridgen. could command fairly regular places in the 1st XI. Wellin~ton members have made their presence felt in the sporting and cultural activities of the school. Wayne Barnes, our House Captain, was the military figure largely responsible for marching the Wynberg detachment into second place at the annual competition, while many of our members were in the ranks to boost the esprit de corps. Jn the Debating Society the powerful rhetoric of C. Braude and W. Barnes swayed many a debate in Wynberg's favour, while Alec Blotnick did much to make the路 Golf Club so successful. Andrew Lowry once again proved an efficient leader of the S.C.U. and Wayne Barnes, one of the pioneers of the Mountain Club, has spared no effort in workin~ for this club, which is fast reaching its summit. The Badminton Club owes much to the efforts of Stephen Blanckenberg, and he is to be congratulated on being awarded Wynberg's first badminton Blue. Barnes, Fine, Macpherson and Blotnick were members of the 1966 prefect body.

Rugby. Wellington Senior team failed to secure a point in the Inter-House competition and so failed to capitalise on the Junior side's success. Wellington, however, were placed second in the overall count. De Wet, Pfeil, Scott, Main and StandJey all represented our 1st XV and Blotnick wa included in tbe touring party. Tennis. This year Asber kept the ball very much in Wellington's court by winning the scbool's Singles title for tbe second year in succession, and together witb Leyser he won tbe

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House Masters: Messrs. J. Mathew, A. Noffki. House Captain: E. de Swardt. Vice-Captain: D. Knight. Secretary: P. Gilmour. Committee: E. Merrifield, H. Morris, D. Humphries.

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Hou.!'e Master: Mr. J. Oosthuizen. House Captain: A. Craxton. Secretary: J. Dodd. Committee: E. Jennings, P. Robertshaw, D. Bairstow. Athletic.!'. This year we were runners-up in the

Oe Waal House had a moderately successful year, and can look forward to a rosy future, as there are many good up-and-coming juniors. At the annual atheltics meetin~ we took fourth place owing to a lack of talent, but not of enthusiasm. We congratulate Rhodes House on taking first place this year. Cricket. Our cricket star twinkled quite brightly this year. We provided seven first eleven players: E. de Swardt, who captained the side, Gilmour, Merrifield, Powell, Cawood, Rookledge and also the captain of the U15A, K. Kolesky. Mr. Mathew must be thanked for his help and encouragement at all times. Rugby. De Waal had a good senior side this year, finishing second in senior ru~by, but owing to weak juniors we finished last overall. We congratulate E. de Swardt and D. Knight on being chosen to represent Western Province at Craven Week. In addition to these two Burke, Ward, Blakemore, Humphries and Eddy were regular first team members. Tennis. We congratulate our first team who won the Inter-House competition. Leyser, Castle, Ellert and Burke were all regular members of the School first team. Judo. Here, as in the tennis, we congratulate our team on winning the Inter-House competition. Swimming. In the School Gala we were placed fourth, owing to our lack of senior swimmers. Weir and Falconer are to be congratulated on excellent performances. These two were also chosen to represent Western Province. We had an excellent turn-out in the annual cross-country and we congratulate Weir on winning the junior section in a very good time. In the Inter-House golf tournament held this year we took second place. De Waal has three prefects this year: De Swardt, Gilmour and Merrilield. Although the year did not realise all our hopes, it can be said that we had a very very enjoyable time. We would like to express our gratitude to Messrs. Mathewand Noffki for the guidance and assistance they gave us during the year.

annual athletic meeting. There were many fine performances in our house team, and a very fine house spirit prevailed amongst our athletes. Performances of merit were tbose of A. Craxton who was thjs year's Victor Ludorum ; C. Kemp, who gained second place in the mile and 440 yards; D. Bairstow who just missed first place in the Open long jump; our juniors Gluckman, Casper and Currie, who contributed their share of points, L. Oosthuizen who came second in the U.16 hurdles and should do very well in the years to come. Although we did not take first place this year, I am sure we will win the House Cup in the near future, and I would like to congratulate Wellington House on winning the cup. Swimming. For the first time in many years we won the swimming gala, with many fine performances. We had a strong house team, especially the juniors and the U.19 team. The swimmers who stood out were W. Anderton who won the senior swimming cup by taking first places in the 100 yards and 220 yards freestyle and the 100 yards butterfly; M. HUIwitz who won the 100 yards backstroke; McLean who won tbe 220 yards breaststroke; Walker who won the UJ () diving; Yach wbo won the one length freestyle and backstroke in the U.12 division; Perry, who won the U.12 one length breaststroke; Yach and Behr in the U.IO section. Van Riebeeck won tbe U.lO, U.12 and U.l9 relays. Unfortunately J. Dodd, one of the best swimmers in our school, could not take part owing to an injury, but he did more than his share in training and selecting our house team. Rugby. Tbis year we had two strong rugby teams in tbe house games, wbich we won. Our senior team was led to victory by the vice-captain of the school's 1st XV, M. Deane. Botb our teams won two matches and drew one. Unfortunately D. Bairstow and M. Hurwitz were injured early in the season. They both played for the 1st XV. Other 1st XV players in Van Riebeeck are P. Robertshaw, D. Williams and C. Kemp.

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Cricket. This year Van Riebeeck was represented by E. lennings, M. McClurg and M. Deane in the 1st XI. McClurg and lennings topped the bowling averages, while lenrungs was second in the batting. Woodin, Gluckman, Oosthuizen and Peters represented us in tbe U.ISA team but, owing to unseasonable, inclement weather, Van Riebeeck was prevented from following up their magnificent win against Wellington (after being behind on the first innings), and quite possibly winning, at least, tbe senior house cricket.

drum major, was a very able and hard-working House captain. Athletics. Rhodes came third at this meeting, with a total of 59 points. B. Schneider was the Under 14 champion, while A. Oliver and S. Bird put up good performances in tbe Under 12 and Under 19 age groups respectively. In the Open evenl~, Watson-Smith was our best athlete. Swimming. A good, combined effort by the team secured us second place in tbe Gala. K. Nielson and R. Perrott-Humpbrey swam well .in the Open events, while Goles (U.I6) and Rosenberg (U.14) both gained valuable points for the house.

General Activities. Van Riebeeck has had a very successful year in all activities. We had a few good places in the cross-country. Gluckman won the U.13 race, while Woodin and Williamson came 3rd and 4th respectively in the U.lS section. De lager ran a fine race for the senior event and ended up in 3rd place in a very good time. The golf house matches were won by Van Riebeeck with D. Bairstow and Goldblatt dominating the games. Tbe great success that Van Riebeeck house has enjoyed this year was due not only to the strong house spirit of our members, but also to the drive and determination of our bouse masters, Mr. Oostbuizen, Mr. Voigt and Mr. lordaan. A.

Rugby. Our teams came joint-second Inter-House matches.

Tennis. Rhodes was beaten in the second round of tbe Inter-House tournament, but the fact that some of our junior players are very promising, augurs well for the future. In the cultural activities of the School, members of Rhodes House played an important part this year. L. Werbeloff was the chairman of both the Science Club and the Debating Society, while N. Pasvolsky is tbe leader of the orchestra, and chairman of the Chess Club. P. van Blommenstein, L. Werbeloff and G. Kleyn are all members of the prefect body.

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RHODES HOUSE House Master: Mr. A. Morris. House Captain: B. Probyn. Secretary: N. Pasvolsky. Committee: L. Werbeloff, V. Watson-Smith, P. von Blommenstein, R. Perrott-Humphrey, G. Klein, K. Kesner, M. Westrnoreland, C. Wolf.

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This was the Society's 23rd Annual Season, when Mr. Peacock undertook to produce the Annual High School play. First Function,

18th June

The Hall was well filled on tilis occasion when a programme, presented entirely by the school, was given. First, the School Orchestra and soloists gave us the Triumph Dance from Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas", the first movement from Mozart's "Adelaide" Concerto for Violin and Orchestrasoloist Neville Pasvolsky, the Keltic Lament by Foulds, and a Smetana Polka. There followed two one-act plays. The first of these was "The Seventeenth Highwayman", by Eric Forbes-Boyd, with Norman Coates as Producer, and a cast including S. Friedlander, P. Shelton, D. Jupp, M. Stein, P. Dowling and P. Furman. The plot, concerning an attempt to rob the Marquis of Tottenham, was well sustained, and the surprises of bogus characters surprising us as they should. The second play, "The Boatswain's Mate," by W. W. Jacobs, contained only three characters, taken by H. Bosman, D. Gohl and H. Gohl, with producer T. Kyriacos. The spirit of this play was similar to that in the previous one, and it went quite well. J. du Plessis stage-managed throughout. . At the conclusion, coffee was served, after a ' .pleasant evening's entertainment. Second

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The "Twelfth Annual Hour of Music," by the School Orchestra, soloists, and Junior Choir in conjunction with the choir of Notre Dame Convent took place in the School Hall on August 19th and 20th. The programme on this occasion was possibly the most ambitious and best balanced that we have given. The Orchestra, seated this

year in a large semicircle, opened the programme with the Overture and Triumphing Dance from Purcell's opera "Dido and Aeneas". The slow section of the overture drew forth some pleasing legato playing, while the ensuing quick section kept a good rhythm, as did the Dance. Arnon Hurwitz and Mr. A. Lorie then gave us the first movement of a Mozart Sonata for Violin and Piano, lively and rhytilrnical. Malcolm Bates then gave a clean and very competent reading of the solo part in a Vivaldi Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, an item that was particularly enjoyable. Next came Mozart's "Adelaide" Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, in which the soloist was Neville Pasvolsky. This is a very beautiful work, interesting throughout, but dependent upon a performance with good style and pleasing tone, and these qualities were evident throughout in Neville's playing. The combined choirs, lOO girls and boys, then assembled to sing us five delightful songs with piano accompaniment, played, impeccably as usual, by their director, Mrs. Elsie Jennings. The songs were "Spring Wind" by Thiman, "Who is Sylvia?" in the setting by Coates, "The Owl and the Pussycat" by Rely Hutchinson, the evergreen "No John" and "Sing, Joyous Bird" by Phillips. The singing was delightful. and obviously enjoyed by choir and audience alike. There followed Haydn's Concertino in C for Piano and Orchestra, in which the soloist was Michael Herbert, who gave a thoughtful and controlled reading of the solo part, for which he deserves great credit. The Choir then returned to the platform to combine with the Orchestra in the singing of three of the ten Biblical songs, based upon Psalms, and set to music by Dvorak. First came "Songs of Gladness", second "Hear, Oh Lord, My Bitter Cry" and lastly "Oh Sing Unto the Lord a Joyful Song". This item created a big impression upon all present, and set in motion the immediate preparation of a fourth song in the series, during the ensuing week. The songs are very beautiful, and the final one was repeated by general request.

wng:; - "Jack in the Box", "The Soldiers", "The Golliwogs", "The Little Duch Girl and Boy", and "The Pirates", while a magician waved his magic wand over groups dressed as the toys described, which came to life for the duration of the respective songs. This was a most attractive item, and Miss Durham, Mrs. Hutchison and Mrs. Jennings are to be congratulated along with their young participants for continuing the old tradition in so charmjng a manner. There followed a musical play in two acts, on the story oE "Rumpelstiltskin", the well-known Grimm Fairy Tale, words by Miriam Adams and music by John Clements. This proved to be a brilliant adaptation .in its libretto, and the music was of a high standard, and very beautiful. Of the cast, Rumpelstiltskin himself was played by Maurice Goldstein. Trus was an excellent character study, commanding, sufficiently' grotesque, and very satisfying. Michael Wolters as the King has great stage presence and acted forcefully. David Holmes was an excelJent, wellspoken Miller, McCallum an able Miller's Wife, Andrew Klopper and David Rerron most attractive and entertaining as Griseida and Lucy, Bruce Riley a handsome and winning Prince Richard, and Anthony Botha and Owen Blumberg competent pages. Tbe 13 Princesses were an alarmingly attractive group, and the young pages a smart set.

Tbe programme continued and concluded with Czech music, Dvorak's "Humoreske", neatly played, and a charming polka, "Venkovanka" by Smetana. Another memorable "Hour of Music". And we are most grateful to the principal and parents of tbe Notre Dame Convent girls for their kindness and co-operation in making the choir items what we wished them to be. The names engraved upon the Epworth Society Music Cup this year are N. Pasvolsky, M. Bates, A. Hurwitz, J. Miller and M. Herbert. Tbeir service to 1966 School Music was considerable and greatly valued. Fourth Function, 26th and 27th September 33rd Annual Entertainment The 33rd Annual Entertainment by the Junior Drama Group, Junior Choir and Sub A classes took place in tbe School Hall in the last week oE tbe third term. For over thirty years, tbe programmes had opened with a Kindergarten song scene which Miss Lacey had always produced, and which had become a real tradition. The tradition was continued this year when our Sub A's took the stage in a delightful sketch, "The Wizard oE Toyiand" . On benches in the background stood a choir with fresh young voices who sang five

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The a,nimals, too, were most realistic. The play followed the Grimm story exactly, and the tension was gradually built up to the scene in wnich Rumpelstiltskin's name was discovered, and the Princess' baby thereby saved. The whole cast entered most tborougWy into the spirit of the play, and gave the large and enthusiastic audiences an hour and a balf of delightful entertainment, excellent acting, excellent singing, and a most attractively danced Pavane. Our thanks and congratulations go first to the producer, Mrs. Cynthia Just, whose finest, and alas

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"THE CAINE MUTINY" I went last week to tbe opening nigbt of Mr. Peacock's production of "Tbe Caine Mutiny" and came out over two bours later botb surprised and deligbted. I bad already beard the play on tbe radio, tbought it excellent, and wondered how it would come out on stage. Now, thanks to Mr. Peacock's extraordinarily efficient producing and handling of performers, I cbeerfully support the unanimous verdict that it was a great success, and not easily forgotten. I was astonisbed at tbe ease with whicb the performers acted their parts, and the almost total lack of stage fright or prompting was most praisewortby. Micbael Herbert, playing tbe lead, gave a brilliant performance as Captain Queeg. His last outburst .in tbe witness box was tbe best and most memorable part in the play. In making the most of every sentence he scored a triumpb in a most difficult part. Kenneth Kesner used talents I did not know he possessed as defending attorney Greenwald, and made a great success of it. He was faultless in lines and stage-movement and carried off the difficult final scene as a drunkard, most convincingly.

AJso wortby of much praise is Taki Kyriacos as Lieutenant Maryk. Once he wore into his part he was excellent and he bad some particularly striking moments wben be was cross-examined near the end. His voice is good and he was another great asset to the play. The Anderton brothers both portrayed doctors and were higbly entertaining in tbeir parts. The defending attorney's argument with Dr. Bird is worth mentioning bere as a very well-acted scene. William Anderton was Dr. Bird and Patrick was correctly overbearing as Dr. Lundeen. Keith Brown seemed rather small for the part of a naval captain but he succeeded in carrying it off. I liked Jonatban Benjamin as Lieut. Keith and Peter Furman as Lieut. Keefer very much. Robin Burns managed a hard part quite amusinglyand Norman Coates, although baving a less fIIamboyant script, was also good as tbe prosecuting attorney. An enormous amount of hard work went into tbis play from the producer and cast, and the result was highly laudable, as shown by the applause and the very genuine curtain-calls. R.

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TALENT EVENING, 26th September, 1966 Adjudicator's Report:

Theirs was tbe most polisbed performance, and they also revealed pleasing touches of originality. Runners-up were the other guitar duetists, Benjamin and Sesselberg, who sang with sympathy and understanding, though not always with perfect intonation. Anderton, in his four-part sketch, captivated the house, and took third place. Other contestants who earned tbe judges' approval were Clay and Barrett (violin and piano), Roberts (piano solo) and Pam, whose folk songs with banjo/uke' accompaniment were not aided by a breakdown in tbe mike and amplifier. The audience rightly showed its appreciation of the humour of the compere, Micbael Cann, wbo performed a difficult task well. Bruce Probyn deserves congratulations for having initiated this 'Talent Evening', and we hope that it will become an annual feature. For consideration for next year's performance, we would like to suggest that the entertainment would benefit greatly from the services of a producer.

Three judges acted independently, having first agreed that they would award balf the points for the quality of the subject matter, a quarter of tbe points路 for stage-craft (good speech, singing, posture, and so on), and a quarter of the marks for good taste and style. One judge emphasised (at least to himself) that mus.ic should include melody, harmony, rhythm, and variation of texture and interpretation. Of the 'group' performances, the 'Nazi'skit, led by Milliner, gained 34t points of a maximum of 60, and took first place. The 'pop' groups did not lag far behind; their music was of a high 'pop' standard - it had rhythm and melody, but tended to be too loud. These groups lost points for displaying little originality - possibly the fault of the medium. Of the individual performances, solo and duet, first place was gained by Coates and Loury with their Folk Songs and guitar accompaniment.

'OP' ART The current exhibition at the National Gallery entitled "Art of the Space Age" has aroused considerable interest amongst old and young alike. Part of the fascination derived from the exhibition is due to the fact that the exhibits move, either physically, or optically, through the way in which the shapes have been cleverly arranged so as to create the illusion of movement as you change your vantage point. Those viewers who seek some relationship between these exhibits and that definition of art which demands of it that it concern itself with the representation of naural appearances, will be disappointed. This definition bears no relationship to those concepts of art which have motivated the creation of these exhibits at the National Gallery. It would take too long to trace those developments in 20th century art which bave led up to 'Op', but if any sceptical visitor to this exhibition wiU regard the works as being mainly inspired by the tremendous scientific and technological strides of this century, and the fascination that this scientific development holds for tbe artist, and if he views them in this context, he will appreciate them more fully. The following experiments in 'Op' art were made by Wynberg boys in Std. VI after they had been shown some reproductions of work on the "Art of the Space Age" exhibition.

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The Mountain Club bas been in existence for four years now and in that time we can bonestly say that it has become one of the most active of the school societies. As the honorary secretary of 1965 recommended, tbe committee of this year has concentrated on acquiring a strong junior section without which our club would surely have died. However, I think that tbis danger has successfully been averted as our junior members this year are certainly in the majority. The highlight of tbe year was once again a trip to the Cedarberg. Tempting the weather gods to some extent, this trip took place in April instead of the usual December. However, the gods were kind and wc enjoyed beautiful weather for the duration of our visit - except for tbe last day! As one of our companions was heard to remark,

if it was raining cats and dogs, then there were certainly Great Danes in the Cedarberg! This trip lasted one week and many peaks of the central area of tbe Cedarberg were climbed. The year's climbing began with a rock climb of ."D" standard called Sunny Cove Face. At least nine of the climbers were new to tbe sport and altogether five hours were spent in getting the party up and down Elsies Peak. Once again the new members were introduced to the old classics of Table Mountain and many enjoyable days were spent on climbs like Spring Stepover, Right Face, Valken Buttress and many others. Members expressed their enjoyment at being taken up GrottoFountain-Cairn Traverse by Mr. Cronwright and once again the Club must thank him for his un路 remitting efforts in organising leaders for our 57

interesting and unique series of sLides depicting tbe life-cycle of the praying mantis, as well as many other pictures of equally peculiar animals. Our thanks must go to the above for providing such entertaining and informative evenings for our Club. At .intervals films were shown during the long break at scbool and these were well attended by club members. I sincerely hope that tbe Club continues to introduce the younger fellows to every aspect of the beauty of our mountains, and that the criterion used to judge the members of our club shall not be the standard of their rock climbing, but their attitude to our wonderful mountains and the respect with which they climb and enjoy them. I should like to take this opportunity of thanking my committee which bas given me such admirable support tbroughout the year. Dood luck for the future, W.B.H.S.M.e.!

climbs and for giving of his own time to lead the club over week-ends. Although the most important activity of our Club is tbe practical side of climbing mountains, we have our theory as well. Every term we have an evening meeting in the Junior School assembly room where a number of interesting topics are dealt with. After the Cedarberg trip members naturally wanted to show the slides of scenes and subjects to which these mountains so amply lend themselves, and an evening was accordingly set aside for this purpose. Mr. Cronwright was invited to show a selection of his wonderful transparencies which soon put our own pbotographic efforts very much in the amateur class. A very interesting and, in parts, hilariously amusing talk was given by Mr. and Mrs. Bob Reynecke about their travels in South America. The third term saw Mr. Neville Well er coming to speak to us on the amazing "gogga" world of our country. This talk was illustrated with an

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The 1966 season has been a pleasant and successful one, seventeen teams having been entered in the inter-school competition while other teams, notably the Under 190, the Under 14D, the Junior First XV, the Under 11 and the Under 10 played a few specially arranged matches. Including the group of very young juniors, some 460 boys were catered for during the year. The best teams of the year were the Under 15A, the Under t3A and the Under 12A. The Under 15A team produced an excellent brand of rugby and scored 182 points, while only 34 were scored against them. An excellent, closeknitting pack of forwards provided a solid platform from which the bacldjne attacked strongly on all available opportunities. This team should in future provide excellent material for a strong first team. Only two matches were lost during the season; these were against R.B.H.S. and against S.A.C.S., but in a return match S.A.C.S. were beaten by 6 points to O. The Under 15A record for the sea!:on is 13 matches played, 9 won, 2 lost, 2 drawn, 182 points for and 34 against. Mr. Lennox, a coach whose teams for some years have been among the best in their age group, is to be thanked for and congratulated on the excellent coaching of a team that played such attractive rugby this year. The Under 13A too had a very fine record. Of the 14 matches played they won 11, drew 2 and lost only I. They scored a total of 233 points and had 72 scored against them. The forwards played well as a pack but it was the fast backline that often caught the eye. A feature of this team was that on several occasions, with the final wbistle only minutes away, they found themselves trailing by 2 or 3 points. Against Paarl BH, O. F. Malan and Worce. ter, for example, much to the relief and joy of parents and other supporters, tries were scored seconds before the final whistle was due. Exciting moments such as these have made this season one to be remembered with pride and pleasure by spectator and player. Congratulations go to the team and their coach, Mr. Fair, for the good rugby and wonderful spirit engendered.

The Under 12A team, too, bad a very good season. Of the 13 matches pLayed 8 were won, 3 were drawn and 2 were lost. 77 points were scored by tbe team and 27 points were scored against it. The speed with which the forwards, often lighter than their opponents, got into tlie loose scrums could be held up as an example to many a more senior player. The knowledge and skill of this team have done mucb to enhance tbe high standard of Wynberg Under 12 rugby. This standard redounds greatly to the credit of tbe coach, Mr. Pretorius. We wish Mr. Pretorius a happy and successful year while he is away on study leave during 1967. On paper, at the beginning of the season, this year's School Team did not hold out much prospect of developing into a combination of any merit, and this was amply borne out by a very weak series of performances during the first balf of the season. Many players were completely inconsistent in their form, and team-building presented an almost insoLvabLe problem. One main difficulty was that many players who were technically gifted were unable to stand up to the rigours of Under 19A rugby, and tbe other that too many team members were not prepared to make the sacrifices necessary to attain the requisite standard of fitness to be capable of achieving tbe standard of play expected of a Wynberg First Fifteen in the top-line Under 19A competition. Gradually, however, Mr. Oosthuizen, supported by a keen, fit nucleus headed by Probyn and Deane, managed to build up a workmanlike side during tbe latter part of tbe second balf of the season. This is a pleasing end to the story, but it is an arrant waste of the services of tbe best coach in Under 19A scbool rugby to present Mr. Oosthuizen with the Jatter problem for tbe major part of the season. B. Probyn and M. Deane, captain and vicecaptain respectively, played a large part in tbe ultimate success of the team. Both by their example and their unselfish and un tiring efforts they assisted in building a team whicb ended the season triumphantly. Its two best performances 59

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An Under l3C team was entered for the first time for some years. Although from the point of view of results, the team was not too successful, the season proved most enjoyable and an excellent esprit de corps was built up. Ably led, the players gave a good account of themselves and notable victories were achieved against Rondebosch and S.A.C.S. Messrs. Kallaway and Blom are thanked for the tireless coaching of this team. The Under 12B team improved as the season progressed, the record being: played 12, won 7, lost 5, with 83 points for and 45 against. "Improved as the season progressed" can so often be said about teams coached by Mr. Pretorius, whose reputation as a first-rate coach of consistently good sides is known throughout the Peninsula. Mr. Hutchison's C and D players had few fixtures during the first half of the season and consequently were somewhat unsettled. With more matches during the July-September term, their progress was very good and thei r rugby fa r more attractive. The C team in particular did well in winning a number of matches against the B teams of other schools. Mr. Hutchison is to be thanked for his very enthusiastic coaching. The Junior First XV played a number of matches against Western Province Preparatory School and against Monterey. These games were played at a fast pace and provided the spectators with attractive, orthodox rugby. The Under 11 and Under 10 teams are not coached as teams but are brought together only for their matches. However, they did well. They played six games, of which they won two and lost four, but scored 35 points while 23 were scored against them. A word to all those playing rugger at Wynberg: Catching and kicking the ball, tackling and fitness, fitness to play the game at the fastest possible tempo are essential in a game of rugby; but these essentials take time to develop and consequently should be attended to by each individual himself. At practices coaches have not the time to attend to these matters to the extent that they would like: they naturally have to spend most of their practice attending to team coaching; it is therefore the duty of each individual player to practise the above-mentioned skills himself and also to get thoroughly fit by the beginning of the season. All players and coaches thank Mr. Blackbeard for his keen intere t in and for encouragement given to rugby at Wynberg. His co-operation is highly valued. We thank him too for his support at first team games.

The work done in the Tuck Shop by the ladies of the P.T.A. is greatly appreciated by members of staff, visiting referees and masters and by players and spectators. Their warm smiles and hot coffee have been much appreciated. The School thanks visiting referees, Major Kolesky, Messrs. P. Burman, B. Kelynack, Ralpb Burmeister, P. Morris, W. Edwards and Tubby Ger for refereeing many of the home matches. It is hoped that they enjoyed the games as mucb as we did. Doug Hopwood is to be thanked for tbe assistance he gave in coaching the Senior teams. His coaching, based on years of experience as an international player, was both valuable and inspiring to our senior teams. Springbok Lionel Wilson is thanked for assisting E. de Swardt who represented W. Province at Craven Week. During the June holidays our first XV travelled to Natal where they played Port Natal, Durban Boys' High School and Kearsney College. From all accounts our boys were well liked wherever they went and maintained the fine reputation in Natal that Wynberg teams have built up during past tours. Judging by the enthusiasm with which the tour is mentioned, the boys enjoyed it to the full. We thank very sincerely the parents who received our players into their homes, those responsible for the hostels where our boys were put up and the three schools who were our hosts. Michael Deane's more detailed account follows later. Potchefstroom Boys' High School touring team came to Wynberg where they played a match against our first team. It was an enjoyable occasion and we thank our visitors for the game which they won 3-0. We at Wynberg were deeply appreciative of the visit by Mr. J. J. de Kock ("Mr. Laws") on Friday, 29th of July. It is not often that we are able to have a world authority visiting us at Wynberg, but on this occasion we greatly enjoyed the evening and derived much benefit from the interesting talk. A film illustrating the rules was shown. This too the audience found enjoyable and instructive. Mr. de Kock answered questions from the floor. While coffee was being served, players crowded round Mr. de Kock and again asked questions which he was happy to answer. Our thanks are due to Mr. Blackbeard for arranging for coffee to be served. We thank Mr. de Kock for giving up his valuable time and coming to talk to us. We also very much appreciate Mr. 61

It is now appropriate to mention tbe name of Mr. H. E. Tasker. It is a name that bas been on the lips of senior Wynberg rugby players for 34 years; it is a name that has been well-known in Western Province scbools' rugby circles for almost the same length of time; yet apart from appearing in tbe section on Rugby in our Magazine of 1965, it bas never before been printed there. Although the names of many coacbes and players and others who bave given service to Wynberg rugby have appeared each year, Mr. Tasker, senior coach and rugby correspondent and administrator, who, over a long period bas done more for our scbools' rugby than any other man, bas never allowed his name to appear in the appropriate section of the school Magazine.

were a 6-3 win against a talented J. J. du Preez team, and an 8-6 victory at Paarlover a strong Paarl Boys' High side, this latter victory being particularly warming as our team had to play for two-thirds of the game without D. Knight, their Craven-Week scrumhalf, who was injured in the first quarter of an hour and was unable to continue. The Second Team, although it suffered from the same disabilities as tbe School Team, on tbe whole played well. Its form, however, was inconsistent, and this was due mostly to indecisive tackling by the backs. Nevertheless, this team can be congratulated on some rattling good performances, the best being their two matches against Bishops second team, both of which we lost (3-0) and (9-6).

RUGBY FIRST FIFTEEN, 1966 Froll{ Row (\. to r.): Mr. H. E. Tasker (Coach), E. de Swardt, B. Probyn (Captain), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard, M. Dean (Vice-Captain), D. Bairstow, Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen (Coach). Second Row (\. to r.): N. Ward, E. Eddy, M. Dewar, P. de Wet, D. Humphries, D. William, C. Kemp. Third Row (\. to r.): P. Baerecke, L. Buwalda, J. Blakemore, J. Retief, W. Burke, P. Robertshaw.

a few years in England where he and Mrs. Tasker wiU see as much ballet and as many plays as they can before returning to the Republic. On behalf of the ma"ter who coaches the game and on behalf of all Wynberg rugby players, past and present, I wish Mr. and Mrs. Tasker happiness and continued good health in their retirement. Returning to the rugby report, I have pleasure in recording how much I enjoyed some of the matches of the Under 19C. Although this side often supplied players to the more senior teams, it played bright, spirited rugby. Back line movements were often a joy to behold, while the forwards, combining well, often played fine, constructive rugby. A feature of this team was its fitness in matches. For this fitness, the good spirit of. the team and the successes achieved during the season, Mr. Voigt is to be thanked and congratulated. The rather light Under 16A team did not have a very successful season. Apart from the opening match, no game was won or drawn during the first half of the season. The second half, however, opened with a drawn game against Bishops. This seemed to encourage the side because it won three more matches. Towards the end of the season the team was rather badly beaten in two games. The B team did much better, winning five of their 11 matches, two of which they won by 20 and 40 points respectively. It is confidently expected that when the Under 16 group enters the Under 19 division next year, boys already in that group will be of great help to the newcomers and that their games will improve. Messrs. Noffki and Hopkins are thanked for the hard work they put into training these players. The Under 15B, although enjoying their season, never seemed able to produce the type of rugby played by the A team. However, unless A teams have suitable opposition, their practices and consequently their matches tend to suffer. Some credit for the fine rugby played by the A team thus goes to the B team. The Under 14A team started the season without the services of four of the 1965 Under l3A players. Further withdrawals owing to illness weakened the team further. On one occasion seven players had to be replaced. However, as sometimes happens, these setbacks seemed to spur the team on to greater efforts. Although only four matches were won, the players and, I am sure,

Mr. Tasker came to Wynberg when the school's senior team played in a lower division. In order to build up spirit in the players and improve the standard of play, he entered the first team in the A division. He also took charge of tbe Under 13 group. In their first few games some teams suffered heavy defeats. The senior team, for example, lost 55 and 62 nil to S.A.C.S. and Hottentots Holland respectively. However, backed by his knowledge and keenness and the enthusiastic assistance of men like Dr. H. G. Wood, Mr. E. Martin and Mr. A. Simpson, his hard work soon enabled Wynberg to play on equal terms against the A division sides of other schools. This is the type of service the school has been fortunate in having for many years. It is unlikely that any other man in the Peninsula has played so important a role in his schools' rugby life as Mr. Tasker has in his. In 1948 Wynberg Boys' High was much smaller than it is now; there were fewer than 300 boys in the senior school. There were only two rugby fields, no swimming bath and little equipment for rugby, cricket, tennis ant! athletics. Then, as the school began to grow, Mr. Tasker was the prime mover in having the contributions to the School Fund increased from eleven shillings per team to the present figure which allows us to have the equipment we need inside and outside the classroom. For many years the school Athletic meeting and the annual Cross Country were run by Mr. Tasker. Wellington House was fortunate in having him as House Master. It was during this time that Wellington won the Inter-House Athletics twenty times in succession! Long and valuable service given to the Committee . of the Western Province Schools' Rugby Football Union has resulted in his being elected a Life Member, an honour accorded to very few. Experience gained by many years of selfless devotion to the game of rugby is now being drawn upon to produce weekly articles in a local newspaper. These articles are read and appreciated by thousands of lovers of our national game. The above remarks .indicate but inadequately the service given to extra-mural activities in the School, but it should also be remembered that the School has never had such a long succession of outstanding Senior Certificate subject results as those obtained by Mr. Tasker's History pupils. Mr. Tasker will be retiring from teaching under the Cape Education Department at the end of the first term of next year. He intends teaching for 63

UNDER 15A RUG BY Front Row (I. lo r.): J. Sims, K. Kolesky, Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal), 1. Katz (Capt.), Mr. W. Lennox (Coach), I. Emms, L. Oosthuizen. Seo':JI1d Row (I. to r.): A. Goosen, A. Ross, S. Silverstone, R. Ritchie, R. Weilers, D. Asher, P. Boland. Back Row (I. to r.): C. Scaife, G. Barret, D. Calder, S. Kitley, R. Gilbert.

Many boys in tbis group were completely new to rugby at the beginning of the season, but by the middle of the third term team performance, as measured by frequent clashes with S.A.C.S., had definitely improved; and several individual players bad shown clear evidence of progress in their understanding of the game, besides playing it with greater vigour and enjoyment. In the light of the above facts, 1966 can hardly be said tohave been altogether unsuccessful. Sincere thanks are due to Mr. Bromberger for his enthusiastic coaching, whicb caused hjs team to improve in spite of numerous difficulties. The Under 13B players did not bave a very successful season, but they did enjoy their games and clearly showed that they had matured.

the coacbes, Messrs. Jordaan and Sieberhagen, enjoyed the rugby. Tbe B team, too, was affected by illness and by players being taken into the A team as a result of illness there. This group's main weapon was jts back line which, on occasion, moved attractively. Messrs. Sieberhagen and Jordaan are thanked for the bard work put into the coaching of these two teams. The Under 14C team was affected by withdrawals in the A and B teams, and so was tbe D team, which bad a number of friendlies arranged for it. But it is to the credit of the players tbat altbough winning only a small proportion of the games, their morale remained reasonably high throughout.

Burman's arranging the evening and thank hjm for it. It would be qujte impossible for a School of this size to run its extra-mural activities without the aid of the pupils. During winter an immense amount of important work falls on the shoulders of those responsible for the rugby equipment. Never do coaches have to go searching for the balls for their practices, never do they have unsatisfactory balls for matches. To the equipment men, J. Dodd, P. Baerecke, E. Eddy and M. Muilwyk, go our grateful thanks for a long, difficult and responsible task done with first-class efficiency and a delightful spirit of helpfulness. To Michael Deane and Jannie Wiegman go my personal thanks for the fine work they did as Rugby Secretary and Press Attache respectively.

Always efficient, always obUging, each saved me very many hours of work. J. Retief, L. Osrin and D. Miller illd good work in collecting the scores of the home and away matcbes. They are to be thanked for tbeir useful contribution. Most of these important duties are carried out by boarders. Only boarders' names figure on the list of those who carry jugs of water, basins of oranges cut by the members of tbe PT.A., and buckets of sand. For the above duties our tbanks go to: C. Earley, C. van Tonder, G. Ooran, I. Slabber, K. WiJljams, K. Katz, S. Milliner, J. Theodor, C. Burke, N. Oettle, N. Borain, R. Cumming, C. Cumming, H. Green, D. Frahm, N. Selby and P. Selby.

UNDER J 2 A RUGBY Front Row (I. to r.): D. Bird, G. le Roux, Mr. A. Lorie (Principal), S. Wolf (Captain), Mr. K. Pretorius (Coach), A. Lamb, L. Venter. Second Row (I. to r.): M. Brown, D. v. d. Byl, K. Hopkins, M. Reeves, J. Taylor, S. Casper. Third Row (I. to r.): G. Anderson, M. Peters, J. Oosthuizen, D. Pretorius, A. Mason. 65

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Once again Senior Boys, this year under the supervision of Messrs. Smith and BohLing, performed invaluable servi.ce to the School in coaching our nursery of young players. They bave given these little fellows great fun, and they have taught them some of the basic skills whicb wiLl stand them in good stead when tbey are selected to play matches in higher age groups. Coaching by the senior boys makes the task of the masters who later take over from them so much the easier. To the following boys the Schoo.! owes a great debt of gratitude: A. Blotnick and J. Fine who coached "Springboks" and "Villagers", D. Bairstow and D. Humphries who coached "All Blacks" and "Hamiltons" a'ld G. Pfeil and J. Cawood who coached the "Lions" and "Tigers". A. Blotnick, under the supervision of the masters, acted as coach-manager. The excellent condition of our school fields is due in no small measure to care fostered on them by many people, the chief of whom is Dr. H. G. Wood who left us during April and is now teaching again. We thank him for the work he has done over many years. His efforts over a long period are not unrecognised and they contribute much to the present excellence of what are among the best school fields in the peninsula. Mr. Holmes too is to be thanked for the meritorious work he has done since his arrival. He has been at Wynberg for but a short time and is to be comp.!imented on the splendid appearance of all the grounds. Our fields are among our most precious possessions; the B field has been ours since before the turn of the century, the A field has been in use for forty years. The care lavished upon them over such a long period bas brought them to their present maturity. Finally, I wisb again to refer to the coaches. Their service given should never be taken for granted. Messrs. Oosthuizen, Tasker, Voigt, Noffki, Hopkins, Lennox, Sieberhagen, Jordaan, Bromberger, Fair, Kallaway, Blom, Pretorius, Hutcruson, Bobling and Smith are tbanked and complimented for their entbusiastic and invaluable service to Wynberg rugby. Tbe following rugby awards have been made for tbe 1966 season: Honour Award: E. de Swardt. The Honour Award is the highest sporting award tbat is made to a Wyn berg boy. Blues: B. Probyn, E. de Swardt and M. Deane. Colours: D. Bairstow, J. Blakemore, W. Burke, L. Buwalda, M. Deane, E. de Swardt, P. de Wet,

D. Humpbries, C. Kemp, B. Probyn, J. Retief, P. Robertshaw, N. Ward, D. Williams. The Brian SteyL Award, presented by Mr. C. C. W. Steyl in memory of his son, one of our primising young players, was awarded to N. Ward of the First XV as the player who bas shown the greatest improvement during the season. In this regard mention should be made of Bruce Dahl of the Under 13A, who for sheer spirit, determination and deadly tackling attained a standard which brought him close to this award. Tbe following Committee:

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B. Probyn (School Captain), M. Deane (Vice-Captain), E. de Swardt, D. Knight, D. Bairstow. They are to be congratulated on their selection to this important office and are thanked for their service to their coaches, their team and their School. A.J.A.M.

1st XV RESULTS Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs. Vs.

Sea Point Rondebosch Bishops Bellville Rondebosch (Newlands) S.A.C.S Paul Roos _ Port Natal (Tour) Durban B.H. (Tour) Kearsney _ Potchefstroom (Friendly) Bishops J. G. Meiring .. J. J. du Preez Paarl B.H. Marist

Won 8-3 Lost 0-15 Lost 9-20 Lost 5-14 Lost 3-26 Lost 5-10 Lost 9-28 Lost 3-6 Lost a-lO Lost 9-11 Lost 0-3 Lost 0-15 Won 14-9 Won 6-3 Won 8-6 Drew 3-3 Lost 6-23 Drew 23-23

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time and time again, but unfortunately the backs could not capitalise on tbis asset. On the Tuesday we were taken by car to Durban Boys' High which was in tbe process of celebrating its centenary. I am sure tbat all Wynberg boys wish to congratulate D.H.s. on their wonderful achievement over the years. On the same day the team was taken on a tour, by launch, of Durban harbour. In the match against DH.s. we lost 10-0. This score is in a sense a poor reflection of the game. Throughout we played good rugby, but failed to take advantage of the opposing team's mistakes. Botb teams played good, clean, open rugby and the ball was given plenty of air. On Thursday we were picked up by bus and taken to Kearsney College where we played our last game of the tour. That evening we were guests at a film show. . We were extremely unlucky to lose the Kearsney match. We were leading 9-8 when, one minute before the end, a Wynberg player was seen to go off side. An easy penalty kick took the game out of our hands and we went down 1.1-9. And so the tour came to an end. Now only tbe memories of probably the happiest eleven days ever spent by any of tbe players, come flashing back to us. This tour could only have been possible through the hard work of Mr. Oostbuizen, Mr. Tasker, our coaches, and Mr. Morr.is who did a lot of work behind the scenes. I am sure that all members of the touring team would like to join .in thanking the three of them for making tbe tour tbe success it was. For they are jolly good fellows.

HOUSE RESULTS JUNIOR SECTION Rhodes 15, De Waal 3. Van Riebeeck 3, Wellington 3. Wellington 9, Rhodes O. Van Riebeeck 8, De Waal O. Van Riebeeck 16, Rhodes O. Wellington 10, De Waal O. Log: Van Riebeeck Wellington Rhodes De Waal

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1st XV TOUR TO NATAL,

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M. DEANE.

The 1966 Rugby tour to Durban officially started as tbe train pulled out of Cape Town station on Friday, 24th June. On our arrival in Durban we were taken in pairs to the homes of the Port Natal pupils where we stayed till tbe Tuesday. On Monday morning the team was taken 011 a bus tour of Durban. One of the main features of this tour was, I think, a visit to the Indian Market. It was here that a friendship was struck up between Des, Mike, James and Agmat, the most unforgettable character we have ever met. The match on the Monday afternoon against Port Natal was played in hot dusty conditions. The Scbool forwards, as in the other two games, rose to tbe occasion. They got the good ball

1st XV MATCHES 1. WYNBERG vs. SEA POINT, 23rd April, 1966. At 11.13 with a slight southerly breeze Wynberg kicked off, playing downfield. Sea Point missed a chance of scoring in the first few minutes when they missed a penalty. After .I 7 minutes of play, Ward opened tbe scoring for Wynberg by going over for a try. Probyn converted and at half-time Wynberg led 5-0.

After 5 minutes Point scored, but fairly even until half when Probyn 68

of play in the second half, Sea failed to convert. Play was half-way througb the second put a penalty over. Wynberg

managed to retain their lead unlil the final whistle, thus winning 8-3. As this was the first game of the season, both sides played very loosely; but Deane and Blakemore of Wynberg played well.

4. WYNBERG vs. BELLVILLE, 14th May, 1966. At 11.15 on a perfect day for rugby, BellviIJe kicked off. After only three minutes of play, Bellville was awarded a penalty, which they converted. Play was fairly even after this. Just before half-time Williams broke and scored under the posts. probyn converted to make the halftime score 5-3 in our favour. Minutes after the start of the second half, W.BH.S. mi~sed an opportunity of scoring when Probyn's penalty kick went 路wide. Soon after this Bellville broke through the School's defence and scored next to the posts. Converting, BellviIJe now led 8-5. Ten minutes later Bellville increased their lead when they put over a penalty in front of our posts. Soon after this, a loose maul developed on our line. Benville added to their score when one of their forwards went over for a try. Failing to convert this, Bellville won 14-5. The Wynberg team played very well, being within the Bellville half mo~t of the time, and were unfortunate to have lost.

2. WYNBERG vs. RONDEBOSCH, 30th April, 1966. With a slight north-westerly wind blowing, Rondebosch kicked off. It was a perfect day for rugby a'nd after only eight minutes of play Rondebosch put over a penlaty. Minutes after that they went over for a try but failed to convert. Probyn failed to score points for Wynberg when he missed a penalty. Just before half-time Rondebosch put over another penalty, thus leading 9-0 at the half-way mark. Soon after the kick-off a Wynberg wing fumbled a cross-kick by a Rondebosch player, and Klette of Rondebosch gathered and went over for a try. The Wynberg back line unfortunately did not do we.11and often allowed the Rondebosch centres to break through. Owing to a forward pass, Wynberg failed to score when Knight went blind near the Rondebosch 25. Rondebosch were pressing most of the time and after a line movement Warren (R.B.H.S.) went over for a try. Failing to convert, Rondebosch won 15-0.

5. W.B.H.S. vs. S.A.C.S., 4th June, 1966. S.A.C.S. kicked off at 11.20 a.m. Wynberg played very well in the beginning and, in the forward exchanges, saw more than their fair share of the ball. After seven minutes of the first half S.A.C.S. had a chance to score when they were awarded a penalty. The kick failed, but minutes afterwards they were awarded another one. This again failed, and after lO minutes of hard and fa~t rugby, W.B.H.S. scored when Burke put over a penalty from about 35 yards out. Half-time score: Wynberg 3, S.A.C.S. O. The game was being played at a very fast pace and S.A.C.S. again missed a penalty early in the 2nd half. From an orthodox line movement S.A.C.S. scored with a converted try by Kaye (5-3). Wynberg again took the lead when Probyn put over a beautiful penalty (6-5). A S.A.C.S. forward rush developed and a forward crashed over for another converted try. Final score: Wynberg 6, S.A.C.S. lO.

3. BISHOPS vs. WYNBERG, 7th May, 1966. On a perfect day for Rugby, W.B.H.S. kicked off, playing downfleld, at 11.25. Withi.n minutes Wynberg failed to score when Probyn missed a penalty on the half-way line. Stanley was injured, and although he continued playing was unable to run, so Blakemore went on to the wing. After only ten minutes of play Skeeles of Bishops broke and scored. After 25 minutes Probyn put over a' penalty, bringing the score up to 3-5. Shortly after this Bairstow sent Hurwitz over for a beautiful try. Failing to convert, W.B.H.S. led 6-5. Minutes after this the Bishops wing went over for a try in the corner. Converting it, Bishops led 10-6 at half-time. When the W.B.H.S. full-back failed to find touch, the Bishops full-back cut across and Skeeles went over for another try. Van der Byl once again converted. Soon after this he put over another penalty inside the W.B.H.S. half. After a period of even play, Bishops again had a beautiful line-movement and the wing scored. The try was converted, and Bishops led 23-6. After pressing on the Bishops line, Bairstow broke and sent Blakemore over for a try. Failing to convert, W.B.H.S. lost 9-23.

6. PAUL ROOS GYMNASIUM vs. W.B.H.S., 18th June, 1966. Paul Roos comfortably won a game in which they dominated the set-scrums, Wynberg the lineouts, with loose play being very even. A Wynberg back coming up too fast on defence, presented a ready-made opening on three occasions; of these, the Stellenbosch backs took full advantage. In the 10th minute, Van Dyk, fly-half, broke and sent over Versveld for a try near the posts. An easy 69

fine penalty. Soon after this De Swardt equalised when he too put over a fine penalty. Meiring again took the lead when Schoeman put over a drop. The half-time score was thus Meiring 6, Wynberg 3. After a kick ahead by Knight, Wynberg were brought into the attack. After a five-yard scrum, Blakemore went behind and scored in the corner. De Swardt converted and Wynberg were in the lead. Soon afterwards Wynberg were awarded another penalty near the Meiring posts when tbe full路back held on to the ball after being tackled. De Swardt converted anel Wynberg now led 11-6. For a while after this Meiring stayed within our half. Near our line, after a scrum, the scrumhalf went blind and the wing was sent over for an unconverted try in the corner. Dewar, centre, added Wynberg's final points when he broke cleanly after a line movement and went over for an unconverted try. Sooo after this the final whistle went, anel Wynberg thus won 14-9.

kick at goal failed (3-0). Five minutes later, Versfeld, centre, broke, kicked abead and beat the defence to the touch-down for an unconverted try (6-0). Just before half-time, Versveld broke again and sent his partner, Herzog, over under the posts. Venter converted (11-0). After the resumDtion, Bairstow put over a superb penalty for Wynberg from forty yards out (11-3). In the 10th minute, from a blind-side movement, the ball sped to Venter, right win~, who scored near the posts. He converted the try himself (16-3). A minute later Burke, Wynben~ flv-half, put over a fine raking drop from 40 yards out (16-6). Shortlv afterward~ Paul Roos staged a forward rush for Ackerman, lock, to gather and score far out. Venter converted with a fine kick (21-6). Tn the fifty-eighth minute, the Stellenbosch back-line again swung into action for Venter to score in the corner. Again he converted his own try with a magnificent kick (26-6). Just on time, Burke goaled a fine thirty-five-yard penalty (26-9).

9. WYNBERG vs. PAARL BOYS' HIGH, 20th August, 1966. Paarl Boys' High kicked off at 11.15 a.m. on a clear, windless day. A good line-movement and inter-passing resulted in a try being scored by Paarl. Tbe kick failed (3-0). In the Stil minute Wynberg were given a penalty 38 yards out, but Probyn's kick hit the upright. After breaking rouod the scrum and kickiog ahead, Knight was injured and bad to leave the field. A penalty taken by De Swardt for Wynberg

7. W.B.H.S. vs. BISHOPS, 23rd July, 1966. When Wvnberg kicked off at 11.16 a.m., it was overcast and the field was sog~y. Wynberg, playin~ very well, pressed strongly in the first few minutes but failed to score. Only some good touch-kicking by Bishops relieved the pressure and, after a loose maul near the Wynberg line, a Bishops forward crossed for an unconverted try. Wynber~ was plaving verv well and reDeatedly came close to scoring. Half-time score: W.B.H.S. 0, Bishops 3. After the kick-off, Wynberg were again pressing strongly but were pushed back when a fumbled ball was kicked ahead. Shortlv afterwards, Van der Bvl (Bisbops) put over a penaltv (6-0). Knight (W.B.H.S.) then went off side, but Van der Byl's kick hit the uDright. Bishops increased their lead after a conventional line-movement which ended in an unconverted try by the right wing (9-0). Bishops scored again when a forward dived over for an unconverted try (J 2-0). Probyn missed a penalty from a very kickable position. Just before the final whistle Skeeles (Bishops) scored an unconverted try (15-0). Towards the end Wynberg pressed strongly but failed to score. Final score: W.B.H.S. 0, Bishops 15. 8. W.B.H.S. vs. MEIRING, 30tb July, 1966. Playing with a high wind behind them, Meiring moved downfieId immediately after the kick-off at 11.15. In the fifth minute Schoeman put over a 70

was badly sliced. At this stage Wynberg were pressing hard and after a full line movement in the 22nd minute Kemp scored in the corner. Probyn converted with a magnificent kick (3-5). In the 30th minute De Wet, deputising for Knight, fumbled on the Wynberg (joe and the ball was picked up by a Paarl player who scored. The kick failed (6-5), and at half-time the score was the same. After the restart Dewar put Wynberg back on the attack. We were awarded a penalty from 35 yards. Probyn put this over with a magnificent kick (6-8). Wynberg were awarded another penalty a whjle later but Probyn missed and the game ended with Wynberg on the defensive. De Wet had a good game, deputising for Knight at serum-half. Wynberg won 8-6.

Fjve minutes later the S.A.C.S. wing scored in the corner after a full line movement. The try was converted with a beautiful kick to put S.A.C.S. in the lead 8-3. The S.A.C.S. full-back was having an excellent game clearing many times while under pressure. Half-time came with S.A.C.S. still leading 8-3. From the start Wynberg attacked strongly, and in the 10th minute S.A.C.S. were again penalised in front of their posts. De Swardt again made no mistake, diminishing the lead to 86. Five minutes later S.A.C.S. increased their lead when, after some bad tackling by Wynberg, the S.A.C.S. centre scored. The try was converted and S.A.C.S. led 13-6. In the 20th minute of the second half S.A.C.S. scored again after a full line movement. The kick failed (16-6). The whistle went with no further score added.

10. WYNBERG vs. ST. JOSEPH'S, 27th August, 1966. Playing up-field, Wynberg kicked off at 11.20. Right from the start it was exciting rugby. Both the lines moved well and it was strange that neither line was crossed at tbis staqe. After only minutes of play Wynberg were awarded a penalty. De Swardt put Wynberg in the lead with a fine kick. Soon after Wynberg were on the attack and Dewar crossed the line after a classic dummv路 scissors, only to be called back for a forward pass. Early in the second half St. Joseph's nearly scored when the Wynberg full-back trioped while chasing a big;h kick, but Wvnberg were brought back on to tbe attack by a fine touch kick. With only minutes left before the final whistle, St. Joseph's were awarded a penalty in front of the posts almost on the 25-yard line. St. Joseph's made no mistake with an easy kick. The game ended with the scores level at 3-3.

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SCHOOL vs. OLD BOYS Wynberg Boys' High School 23, Wynberg Old Boys 23. Tn an exciting, rollicking game, played according to traclitional agrecment under Australian rules, no direct kicking to touch exceot within one's OWll twentv-five, two keen sides fought out a well-merited draw. In the sixth minute, the School ~cored first, newar, centre, snaoping up the ball ill hroken plavand diving over in the corner for Probvn to convert with a suoerb kick from the touch-line (5-0). Fifteen minutes later, the Old Bovs eaualised when a shrewd tactical kick by Scott, fiv-half, saw Hay tread on the left wing gather and force his wav over far out. Duk steered a difficult kick across the wind and through the posts (5-5). Shortlv afterwards, Scott snapped over a cri<p drop from thirty yards (5-8). Just before half-time, Powell, left wing, after a 10nl1;djagonal run scored in the corner for Mansfeld to add the major points with a fine kick (5-13). On the resumption, the School immediately mounted a series of attacks and, receiving from a forward rush, Probyn, flank, dummied cleverly to cross under the posts. De Swardt added the major points (10-13). Luck, scrum-half, on several occasions went very near to scoring. After a bright period of alternating attack and defence, Powell, again receiving from a full threequarter movement, scored after a fifty-yard run

11. WYNBERG vs. S.A.C.S., 31st August, 1966. S.A.C.S., the home team, kicked off with a slight breeze behind them. In the third minute Wynberg were penalised for a line-out infringement. The kick was put over from a difficult angle. S.A.C.S. led 3-0. Play was very scrappy. S.A.C.S. nearly scored wben Williams kicked infield inside bis own 25. S.A.C.S. were pressing hard but it was Wynberg who scored next. In the 20th minute S.A.C.S. were penalised in front of their own posts and De Swardt made no mistake (3-3). 71

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near the posts. Scott put over a good kick (10-18). Almost immediately, the School mounted a counter-attack and Burke, centre, brushed off several tackles to score under the posts. Humphries made no mistake with the kick (18-18). Turvey and Hay tread, the Old Boys' centres, continued to probe the School's defences, and the latter soon sent Powell away on another fortyyard run to score under the posts. Van Niekerk converted (15-23). A clever tactical kick by Burke saw loose play develop on the Old Boys' line for the School left wing, Williams, to force his way over ten yards from the posts. Deane converted with a neat kick (20-23). In the closing minutes, Dewar intercepted and put in a forty-yard run; from tbe resulting melee near the Old Boys' line, Williams again dashed over to score far out. The kick at goal narrowly failed, and the game ended in a draw (23-23), a very fair reflection of the play.

D. KNIGHT. - A very talented scrum-balf and undoubtedly the best s.crum-half in Schools' rugby. He must develop his tactical kicking and the speed of his break. He has resilience and a promising future in Senior rugby if be works hard at his game and maintains a requisite standard of fitness. Represented W.P. Schools at Craven Week. D. BAIRSTOW. - A centre who on form is exceptionally penetrative. Unfortunately, bowever, owing to illness and a series of injuries, he was unable to play for most of the season. He is also a very talented wing. C. KEMP. - A game, hard-running wing witb an elusive turn of speed. He must learn to control his throw-in from line-out better and develop more opportunities for bimself. D. WILLIAMS. - Fast developing into a strong attacking wing. He bas a sound defence. He must, however, watch a tendency to over-run his centres and learn to cover his back-line and look for opportunities.

H.E.T.

Old Boys' Team I. Scott, C. Hay tread, O. Powell, A. Turvey, A. Badenhorst, F. Duk, A. Luck (Capt.) (Inter-Provincial), R. Johnston, B. Searle, T. le Roux, M. English, M. Mansveld (Inter-Provincial), P. Heritage, R. Charles and J. van Niekerk. Referee: Mr. Ralph Burmeister. CRITIQUE

OF 1st XV,

W. BURKE. - A very keen and promising centre with a deceptive break and a prodigious kick. His defence needs tightening-up, and he must also concentrate on his first three yards of acceleration. M. DEWAR. - A most promising centre. He is strong and has all the attributes necessary for a top-class centre. A fine prospect for next year if he works hard to reach peak fitness and tightens up his defence.

1966

B. PROBYN.-An inspiring captain whose general standard of play improved considerably. Through his own high example of fitness and keenness he led his team out of the wilderness and inspired them into scoring some notable victories in the second half of the season. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1966.

L. BUWALDA. - A keen and great-hearted player who, by sheer determination, forced his way into the first team. He has good hands and feet and a cool head. He must .learn to kick with both feet and must speed up his general play. He has that precious asset of being able to recover quickly after making a mistake.

M. DEANE. - A very fine vice-captain who gave his captain full support when needed most. Concentrating on intense fitness, he has fulfilled the promise of last year and developed into a very fine line-out forward. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1966.

J. RETIEF. - A greatly-improved player who developed into a very sound line-out forward. His play still, however, lacks 'devil', and he tends to play in patches, probably owing to not maintaining peak fitness.

E. DE SWARDT. -A most talented player, with a big match temperament, equally at borne at full-back or fly-half. He bas good hands and feet; he must, however, improve bis tactical kicking, learn to kick witb his left foot and work at improving his tackle. Represented W.P. Schools at Craven Week. Honour award for 1966.

D. HUMPHRIES. - A strong, experienced front-ranker whose game improved as the season progressed. He shows much promise, but he must increase the tempo of his game, and attain a higher degree of fitness. 73

P. ROBERT-SHA W. - After a slow start he developed into a more than useful front-ranker. A very courageous and hard-working forward who at all times gave of his best.

P. DE WET. - A keen and prornlslUg young flank-forward. He is fit and works hard; he must. improve his tackling and anticipation. Also shows much promise as a scrum-half.

N. WARD. - Undoubtedly the most improved player in the team. One of the keenest and greatest-hearted of players. He overcame the handicap of lack of weight and size and made himself into a very good hooker; he is a tiger in the loose.

E. EDDY. - A light but courageous centre whose size and weight were against him. He is keen and game and can always be relied on to give of his best. Shows promise as a fly-half.

P. BAERECKE. - A solid, hard-working flank. He is fit and keen; he must, however, improve his speed off the mark and his anticipation.

J. BLAKEMORE. - A natural eighth man. He has speed, mobility and anticipation. He must, however, work very hard at his fitness, develop a strong first-time tackle, improve his distribution from broken play, and maintain a sustained tempo of speed and fire throughout the entire game.

G. PFEIL. - A strong, hard-working lock-forward; unfortunately a bad knee injury cut short what might have been a very good season; he is an excellent prospect for next season J.F.O

Chairman: S. Blanckenberg. Secretary: T. Kyriacos. Oommittee: B. Probyn, M. Cann,

Cape Town High School. It was decided to form a Schools' League, and the following schools entered teams:

J. Dodd,

E. Merrifield.

1. Cape Town High. 2. Diocesan College.

The Badminton Club was formed during the last quarter of 1965. It enjoyed a membership of 21 players. During the above period the club was limited to standard 8's, 9's and 10's.

3. Observatory.

4. Pinelands. High. 5. Plumstead 6. Queen's Park High 7. St. George's Grammar

At the beginning of this year the club was opened to boys from all standards. There was an enthusiastic response and we now have 51 playing members.

Events During

8. Wynberg

Congratulations to Stephen Blanckenberg, who captained the W.P. Junior Mel1ville Cup Team, which came third in the Junior National Championships held in Johannesburg.

1966:

1st Term: Mr. Gohl, a coach, devoted his Saturday mornings to coaching players at the school. 20 players attended this coaching session. Many thanks to Mr. Goh!. On the 25th February the Juniors challenged the Seniors. The outcome was a victory for the Junior Team (9-8).

Congratulations to Bruce Clark on rus selection to the W.P. Badminton Team. The team was placed second in the National Tournament. Bruce, an Old Boy of our School, is well remembered for his exciting rugby in our 1st XV. Bruce won the W.P. Singles title for the second successive year. He also reached the semi-finals in the men's singles in the S.A. Championships in Johannesburg.

2nd Term: On Friday,

13th

May,

a meeting

was held

Boys'.

Vs. Cape 7-}.

3rd Term: There was a good entry in the school championship. Thirty-six entered the singles, while 16 couples entered the doubles. Stephen Blanckenberg won the singles by beating Philip Goodwin 15-8. Stephen Blanckenberg and Gavin Millar won the doubles championship.

Vs. Queen's 8-0.

of a very successful

Vs. Bishops,

at Bishops.

Vs. Plumstead, Vs. St. George路s,

at Wynberg, at Gordons,

Colours: S. Blanckenberg Blues: S. Blanckenberg.

won 8-0.

24/8/66,

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won 7-1.

TEAM,

1966

B. Probyn, Mr. N. R. Blackbeard,

R. Clark,

and P. Goodwin.

T. KYRIACOS (Secretary).

won 8-0.

BADMINTON P. Goodwin. Back Row (I. to r.):

29/8/66,

won

AWARDS

11/8/66,

Front Roll' (seated, I. to r.):

at Wynberg,

18/8/66,

Observatory, at Observatory, 22/9/66, won 7-1. We would like to thank Mr. Voigt for all he has done to help the club and us. Generally we have had a most successful season, being undefeated, and the prospects for the future are bright.

drew 4-4.

5/8/66,

at Gordons,

season:

17/6/66,

High,

Park High, at Wynberg,

Vs. Pinelands,

The W.P. Under 18 and Under 15 championships are to be held on the 4th and 5th October. Six boys have entered and we wish them every success. Results

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FIRST TEAM TENNIS B. Castle, W. Burke, L. Bridgens, A. Ellert. D. van Gysen, Mr. N. R. Blackbeard, S. Leyser, Mr. Boltmao, D. Asher.

TENNIS (October 1965 to September 1966) This season w.as one of great progress, chiefly owing to the fact that we were kindly allowed the use of the new Girls' School courts, for which we are extremely grateful. As a result of this, more boys were able to participate and we had four teams instead of the usual three in the interÂŁchool competitions. Most of our players sbowed great keenness and practised much more. We are indebted to Mr. Stelzner for training some of tbe junior players during tbe 1st term. Thereafter Mr. de Jongh took charge and be is also to be thanked for his hard work and keenness. Our school championships were keenly contested and proved very enjoyable. The Open Singles was won by D. Asber, who beat D. van Gysen 12-14, 6-2, 7-5 in a match lasting almost three hours. D. Asher and S. Leyser won the

doubles title for the second year, beating D. van Gysen and P. Twiss, 6-0,6-4, in a rather one-sided match. In the Under IS section, R. Blackbeard won the singles championship, beating P. English 6-2, 6-1. The doubles Under IS was won by R. Blackbeard and G. Davis, who beat R. Josephson and C. Priestman 6-4, 6-3. The Under 14 singles was won by G. Barnard who beat R. Blackbeard. Finally, the beginners' singles was won by J. Katz wbo beat K. Katz 6-2, 4-6,6-3. The Most-Improved Player's Cup was awarded to R. Blackbeard. New trophies were acquired by tbe Headmaster, who sbowed great interest in tennis tbroughout the year. In the Schools' League the 1st team sbowed a marked improvement. Altbough we lost 4-3 against Westerford, the team played extremely well, with Asher taking Gross (No. 2) to

three hard-fought sets. Against Rondebosch (who are unbeaten) Burke and Van Gysen played weU to take a set off the unbeaten Rondebosch No. 2 couple. We also played the Old Boys who, unfortunate.ly, were represented by only four members. The School excelled themselves by winning three matches to one. Heartiest congratulations must be conveyed to Rodger Mcfarlane, one of our Old Boys, who was recently awarded a 'Varsity Blue. Once again we played the staff, wbo bad a particularly strong team. The Scbool proved just too strong, winning by the narrow margin of four matches to three. To mark the opening of their new courts, we wcre invited to play a match against the Girls' School. This match was divided mto age groups and was good fun, with the boys winning fairly comfortably. The final of the House matches is, at the time of writing, still being played, with De Waal and WelJington contesting the final. In some of tbe recent Cape 10wn tournaments a number of our boys did extremely well. In tbe "Link" Tournament D. Asher won all tbree titles in the Under 14 section at the beginning of the year, and later on in the W.P. Championships reached the semi-finals of the doubles. L. SWomovitz, a promising young player, also did well in the W.P. Championships, reaching the finals of the Under 14 doubles. In another tournament A. Werbeloff reached the finals of the Under 14 doubles. In the Ranson Tournament G. Davis reached the finals of the Under 16 singles.

Finally, our thanks are due to Mr. Boltman, whose keenness helped to raise the standard of our tennis. Often during the summer season Mr. Boltman stayed until 7.30 p.m. at Rondebosch. where the 1st Team play their matches. Results: 1ST

TEAM LEAGUE MATCHES Beat Jan van Riebeeck 6-1 Beat Herzlia 6-0 Lost to Rondeboscb 2-5 Lost to S.A.C.S. 3-4 Beat C.B.C. 6-0 Lost to Wester ford 3-4 Beat St. Joseph's 7-0 Played 7; Won 4; Lost 3.

School Championships Open Singles: D. Asher. Open Doubles: D. Asher and S. Leyser. Under J5 Singles: R. Blackbeard. Under 15 Doubles: R. BJackbeard and G. Davis. Under 14 Singles: G. Barnard. Beginners' Singles: J. Katz. Most Improved Player: R. Blackbeard. After losing in the Under 14 Singles Final at the beginni'lg of the year he improved considerably and then recently won the Under 15 Singles. Colours:

Awards A. BlIert. B. Castle, L. Bridgens. S. LEYSER (Captain).

TABLE TENNIS The Table Tennis Club was unfortunately severely restricted owing to circumstances beyond the committee's control. The fact that both the Table Tennis Club and the Gym. Club must operate in our small hall has proved a serious drawback, and the many activities for which the hall is used both during and after school ha greatly restricted our limited playing time.

Chairman: B. Castle. Secretary: J. Fine. Master-in-Charge: Mr. Boltman. The Table Tennis Club remained one of the most strongly patronised activities this year. The membership increased to about a hundred and interest was keenest during the winter months .. At the time of writing, the annual school competition is reaching the final rounds and the four seeds, B. Castle, A. Werbeloff, J. Fine and L. Schlomowitz, are still well in the running. The newly instituted house matches proved a great 路uccess. The teams were: Van Riebeeck: L. Schlomowitz, D. van Gysen. De Waal: B. Castle, A. Felbert, B. de Vries. Wellington: J. Fine, P. Reynolds.

Tennisette During the first term of 1966 well over a hundred boys played tennisette at School. With the acquisition of a further three courts on the newly-developed part of the playground, we now have six courts suitable for matches, and another three practice courts. making a total of nine 78

JUNIOR SCHOOL TENNISETTE TEAM Mr. K. Hutchison (Coach), L. Venter (Captain), Mr. A. Lorie (Principal), M. Venter, Mr. R. Just (Coach). Back RoC/w (I. to r.): N. Prye, D. Holmes, M. Peters, A. Blackbeard.

Frollt

Row

(I. to r.):

courts in all. We were very pleased to have the six majn courts re-surfaced this year with a finer more suitable surface for playing. We have now a wall in the new playground with two half-courts against it for practising. These increased facilities have helped to strengthen the importance of tennisette as a major sport in the Junior Scbool. I should like to thank Mr. Just who organised tbe School tennisette so successfully wbile I was overseas last year. In the Regional Tournament, held during the fourth term of 1965, Wynberg won four out of tbeir five matches, with the finals of the Inter-Regional Tournament being an allWynberg occasion. In the Peninsula Tournament much praise is due to Andre Marais and Robert Blackbeard wbo won the doubles competition with Andre Marais tbe runner-up in the singles section. These two players also won the Pachter

Cup in tbe Scbool Doubles Tournament and Andre Marais the eraye Cup in the Scbool Singles Tournament. An innovation this year has been Winter Tennisette. Mr. Just coached certain promising players during the winter months and this has helped greatly to improve the general standard of play. The team bas done quite well this year, winning three of its five matches during the first term. The parents played against tbe boys and the parents once more showed their superiority, winning by the comfortable margin of four sets. Mr. Houba

has again given special coaching to those pupils who desired it, while the Staff members have helped with the general daily tennisette. K. 79

HurCHISON.

Christopher Stephens, last year's Ist XI captain, shattered all records when he rattled up 210 runs not out in 172 minutes and then proceeded to take eight of the composite Southern Suburbs XI wickets in an official Schools' Week match. Later he was selected as vice-captain of the Western Province Nuffield XI and together with Quenton Rookledge formed the hard core of the team which performed so well during the Nuffield Week at Cape Town. Chris. was almost selected to play for the South African XI to play against Western Province at Newlands. He was, however, chosen as 12th man for the W.P. side which opposed the schoolboys. His W.P. schoolboy team mates by popular vote unanimously awarded him the Olympics bat "for the player contributing most to the success of bis side". David Powell, who compl.eted last season as the team's captain, was incapacitated and it was Cbr.is. who had to take over the leadership of the team. Eddie de Swardt is now in command and under his generalship, the callow colts are rapidly becoming seasoned campaigners. We look forward to some powerful performances tbis year and trust that tenacity and determination will win when ability is running thin. Tbe much-publicised Protea League has come to stay. All efforts to modify the form it has taken bas met with obstinate refusal and we will, under protest, continue to support the whole-day Saturday league. We hope, however, for certain modifications to be accepted in the future, which will enable needle matches to come to some finality if extra time is provided for their completion. We would like to congratulate Ken Heldsinger, one of our Old Boys, and his Western Province Willows who so successfully toured England earLier this year. We believe that Ken has already paved the way for Western Province in their figbt back to the A section of the Currie Cup competition. Mike Lamb and Howard Spiro were in路 cluded in tbe touring team and gave a good account of their cricketing ability.

Tbe 1st XI has few outstanding players this season, but when they become determined, and give of tbeir best, they become invincible. We saw them beat the log leaders in commendable style, but tbey showed a singular inability to finish off tbeir good work on more than one occasion wben victory eluded them and a tame draw resulted. We must develop the killer instinct, although we do realise tbat cricket is a sport as well as a recreation. Cricket philosophy can also show a will to win wbich can shine through its culture and its tecbnique. The team finished the season in tbe 8th position on the log, but with keenness, loyalty to tbeir captain and coaches, application and dedication to cricket, they could top tbe log. The match of the season was against the log leaders. McClurg and Eric Jennings bowled magnificently, actually striking the wicket six times. We managed to total 136 runs, thanks to some attractive batting by Mike Dewar who made 53, and W.P.C.c. replied with only 67 runs, making us winners by 69 runs. These are the players upon whom we mainly depend, and with J. Fine on form, supported by E. de Swardt and E. Merrifield, we should mould into a side difficult to beat. Once again we were fortunate to obtain the services of our coach, Mr. Tom Reddick, for the Under 15A and the 1st XI. The lion's share of coaching fell on the willing shoulders of the staff. We welcome the services of the new staff members, namely Messrs. Unger and Voigt, and would like to express our thanks to all who have made cricket at the school such a worthwhile sport. Mr. Reddick encouraged the staff to become more efficient coaches by conducting a coaching school earlier this year. We hope that his effort will bear fruit this season. Mr. A. J. Morris took over tbe Under 13A team whilst Mr. K. Pretorius was on vacation for a term. Jn the Junior School, Messrs. Pretorius, Bohling and Wolf supervised the Under 12 and Under 10 cricket. 80

FIRST CRICKET Xl ROil" (I. to r.): J. Fine, E. Merrifield, Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), E. de Sward! (Capt.), Mr. J. Mathew (Coach), P. Gilmour (Vice-Capt.), M. Dewar. Back Row (.I. to r.): R. Kent, J. Cawood, B. Rookledge, M. Deane, M. Mc Clurg, E. Jennings. Front

The two teams which play in the Under 15 A divi~ion had the best record of the season. Our congratuLations go to Messrs. Hopkins and Jordaan, the respective coaches. Mr. Hopkins will be acting in loco parentis when be takes bis team to Johannesburg on tour during the September holidays. The 1st XI will also have two matches before the commencement of tbe season, one again t Grey High of Port Elizabeth and one at Bishops.

look on this as a singular achievement: they must have enjoyed their school cricket very much. Mike Bowditch hit the headlines in the W.P. vs. Natal match, with some good bowling, anĂŠ! Neville Budge is gradually becoming the Province's most consistent opening batsman. We look forward to the rise in status of Howard Spiro with great expectation. We would like to thank our supporters' club which operates every Saturday with our teams, especially the Ist XI followers. With regularity Messrs. Merrifleld, Gilmore, De Swardt, Bridgens, Dewar, Rookledge, Jennings, Cawood and Solly Fine and their families are found wherever the team is playing. The Old Boy interest and support from Neville Budge, Jack Burt (Jnr. and Snr.), Andy Kriegler, Fritz Bing, Ron Gibbs and, of course, "Ginger" Townley Johnson, is greatly appreciated by the team. Once again our groundsman, Dr. H. G. Wood, kept us well supplied with excellent pitches. The weather was unfriendly to cricketers on a number

The following awards were made for the season: Honour A ward: Ctuis. Stephens. Blues: C. Stephens ; Q. Rookledge; D. Powell. Colours: C. Stepbens; Q. Rookledge; E. de Swardt; J. Fine; E. Jennings; P. Gilmour; M. Dewar; K. Bridgens; E. Merrifield and D. Powell. As reported in the recent Old Boys' Newsletter, there were 27 of our Old Boys pLaying first division cricket for various clubs last season. We 81

of occasions but play 011 all but one was able to proceed, thanks to Or. Eddy's gift of a plastic wicket cover. A very welcome and special feature of the season was the provision of a tuckshop, which operated so efficiently. To Mr. Blackbeard for engineering the project and Mesdames Hamburger and Anziska who, together with their assistants, were responsible for the enterprise, we express our thanks and appreciation. The 1st and 2nd XI's would like me to express our thanks to our matron at Littlewood House for looking after us at lunch- and tea-times on Saturdays. J. L.

FIRST ELEVEN MATCH

Swardt (39). With some fine bowling and sound fielding the School had Defence struggling to avoid defeat. They eventually totalled 174/8 and the game thus ended in a draw. Rookledge (3/24) and Watson (3/44) bowled well for the School. Vs. Technical

MATHEW.

Vs. U.C.T.

In a game played in a bowling South-Easter, the Varsity Xl batted first and totalled 250. Faced with this mammoth task, the School struggled to reach 101/9 at the close, top scorer being De Swardt with 28. The match therefore' ended in a draw.

SUMMARY

1965 Vs. Western

Province

(friendly).

As a prelude to the 1965/66 fixtures, the School played against the Western Province Wednesday Xl on Newlands A, and batting first, totalled 216/3, Stepbens (72 n.o.) and Rookledge (51) being the highest scorers. The Wednesday Xl replied with 103/9, Oilmour taking 4/28. and the match resulted in a draw. Vs. Standard

Bank

Vs. Stellenbosch

(friendly).

Vs. SA.C.S.

Batting first, the School scored 180 all out. thanks to a determined innings of 77 by Rookledge. S.A.C.S., given about 145 minutes in which to score the runs. took up the challenge and raced to 182/4, to win the match by six wickets. Rookledge (3/51) was the only School bow.ler to have ally success.

Vs. Bishops.

In their first league fixture of the season, the School was defeated by eight wickets by a powerful Bishops team. Batting first. the School struggled to reach 124, tbanks to a determined knock by De Swardt. With Nuffield opener John Cheetham in fine form, Bishops knocked off. the runs for the loss of only two wickets. Bank

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School won the toss and, batting first, reached a grand total of 245/6 before Skipper Cbris. Stephens, who made a magnificent 153 n.o., declared the innings closed. Of all the best innings played by a Wynberg batsman, this knock must surely be one of the best ever. The powerful Stellenbosch team then reached 174/7 and the game ended in a good draw for the School. Rookledg~ (3/21) was the most successful bowler.

The Bank's XI won the toss and batted first. Tight bowling by the School bowlers kept scoring down and with time running out their innings was declared at 136/7. The School had little difficulty in reaching the target with only four wickets down, thereby gaining a six-wicket victory.

Vs. Barclays

College.

The School lost the toss and were sent in to bat on a good wicket. Thanks to a fine innings of 88 bv Rookledge, the School totalled ]94/9 dec. The Techs. XT was then put out for 135. with Bridgens (4/35) and Rookledge (3/28), doing the damage. The School thus won by 59 runs.

Vs. St. Joseph's.

With a fine opening stand of 116 by Watson (69) and Rookledge, who was eventually out for a grand 120, the School totalled 221/6 dec. The St. Joseph's XI was then bowled out for 188 to give the School a 33-run victory. Bridgens (5/52) was the School's best bowler.

(friendly).

Batting first on a fine Wednesday afternoon, the School scored 141 j3 dec. (Dewar 65). Excellent bowling by Rookledge (4/10) and Oow (2/14) saw the Bank bowled out for 101. leaving the School with a forty-run victory.

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V~路. Defence.

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The Scbool won tbe toss and, batting first. reached an excellent total of 200/5 dec. Top scorers were Fine (64), Stephens (41) and De

In a game played on the S.A.C.S. field, the School started disastrously and at one stage were 50/5. But good batting by Fine (62). Carter (38) 82

Bishops.

and Merrifield (25) eventually saw the School to a reasonable total of 181. Once again John Cheetbam batted excellently to score 104 n.o., but the Bishops side only reached 145/4 at the close and the game thus ended in a draw. In a game which will long be remembered by both players and spectators, the School batted first and after being 63/7, eventually totalled 263/9. Stephens, in a devastating innings, thrashed 210 n.o., including 13 sixes, to ensure a place in lhe Nuffield XI. When the Southerns XI batted it was again Stephens who stole the limelight, taking 8/27, to cap a most fantastic and praiseworthy match performance. Southern Suburbs were put out for 128 and the School, or perhaps it would be better to say Stephens, won by 135 runs.

Vs. Rondebosch. Sent in to bat, the School reached a good total of 199/9 dec. The main contributions towards this total came from Dewar (49), Fine (48) and Merrifield (37). When Rondebosch batted, wickets fell steadily, and about half an hour before tbe close it appeared that we would run out comfortable winners. But owing to a dropped catch at a crucial moment the School was thwarted and had to be content with a draw. Rondebosch totalled 144/8, with Gilmour (2/34) and Merrifield (2/1 0) being the most successful bowlers. Vs. Bm·c1aY.I·Bank (friendly). The Bank's XI won the toss, batted first, and were soon bowled out for 95. Kolesky (2/3) and Jennings (2/8) bowled well for the Schooi. Tbe School had little difficulty in reaching this total, to win the match by seven wickets. Dewar was top scorer with 31 n.o.

Vs. Country. Batting first, the School scored 160/4 dec., with Stephens making another good innings of 71. The Country XI gave little opposition and were easily bowled out for 63. Best bowling for the School came from De Swardt who took 4/17. The School thus gained its second victory of the week, by 97 runs.

Vs. SA.C.s. S.A.C.S. won the toss and elected to bat first. They eventually declared their innings at 208/7 and left the School three hours in which to score the runs. The School was soon in trouble, however, and wickets fell steadily until De Swardt (29) and Jennings (29 n.o.) dug in and steered the score to 110f7 at the close. The game thus ended in a draw.

Vs. S.A .C.S. Sent in to bat on a sticky wicket, the School struggled to reach 146 all out, Merrifield being the top scorer with 38. When S.A.C.S. batted their opener, Foster, was in an aggressive mood and rattled up a fine 80 n.o. to give his side an eight-wicket victory.

Vs. Shell (friendly). Batting first, the School scored 124/4 dec., thanks mainly to a good innings of 76 n.o. by

1966

Vs. Weslern Province. The School began the year with a league fixture against Western Province on Newlands A. The side included only three players who had not previously represented the Ist XI. Batting first, the School totalled 189 all out, with Fine playing a sound innings of 57. The Western Province Xl had little difficulty in reaching this total and won the match by six wickets. De Swardt bowled well to take 2/37.

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---~ Vs. Slandard Bank (friendly). Batting first in a Wednesday aftetnoon match, the School scored 118 all out (powell 41). Thanks to some very tigbt bowling, the School was able to play a creditable draw, as the Bank's XI were 110/6 at the close.

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Fine. Opening bowler Jennings then broke the back of the Sbell team's batting and ended with figures of 5/18. Shell were all out for 111 to give the School victory by 16 runs. Vs. Tech.nical

1st XI Captain's

Comments

The Ist XI lost its stars during tbe middle of the season, but a new, young side of fine possibilities has been developed. The team improved towards the end of the season as it became more experienced, although slipping slightly from its mid-season position on the Protea League table. Messrs. Mathewand Reddick are to be thanked for their enthusiastic coaching and encouragement, and one certainly feels tbat their hours of work will brin" worthwhile results. We trust that the fruits of "this coaching will be borne during the forthcoming season. Thanks are also due to our "Supporters' Club". which included Messrs. Rookledge, Stepbens, De Swardt, Gilmour, Merrifield, Fine, Jennjngs, Bridgens, Cawood, McClurg and Dewar, fo~ their regular attendance at our matches and their excellent support generally.

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Batting on a damp pitch, the Scbool scored 185 all out witb the main contributions coming frolll De Sw'ardt (51), Jennings (51) and Cawood (34 n.o.). Tecbs. tben scored 148/8 and the game thus ended in a draw. Jennjngs (3/30) and McClurg (4/16) bowled well for the School. Vs. Defence. Sent in to bat, the School were soon bowled out for 117. Only Cawood (43 n.o.) and Jennings (30) showed signs of mastering the Defence pace attack. Defence had Little difficulty in reaching our score and won the match by six wickets. Vs. Old Boys. The School batted first and scored 187 all out. Merrifield (72) and Kent (45) batted well. Tbe Old Boys then reached this total with nine wickets down and won the match by one wicket. Cawood (2/27) and Gilmour (2/25) bowled well for the School.

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2nd XI The 2nd XI" got off to a fine start with a victory by 29 runs over Fish Hoek. Unfortunately thi was the one and only match of seven which the team won. Humphries and Deane were undoubtedly the most successful bowlers, and together with Paterson, Long. Kolesky and Gauld, constituted a strong and varied bowling combination. The team lacked a reliable and constant runscoring batsman though Deane, Kent, Humphries and Kolesky all hit some good scores on various occasions. Dyer, Rookledge, Goodwin and Green show a lot of promise for the future. Rookledge was a good wicket-keeper but must learn to watch the ball on the leg side while behind the stumps. A good spirit was present throughout the season. With constant practice the team should do well during the coming 1966-1967 season.

Vs. Western Province. Batting first, the School scored 136 all out. Dewar was top scorer with 57. The School's two seam bowlers, Jennings (4/30) and McClurg (5/17), then skittled the Province XI out for 68 to record a fine victory for the School by 58 runs. Vs. SI. Joseph'.I路. Batting first, the School rattled up 248/8 dec. in under three hours. Fine (78) and Merrifield (74) were the highest scorers. In spite of. good bowling by Gilmour (5/29), St. Joseph's scored 130/8 by the close and the game ended in a draw. Vs. Slellenbosch University. Sent in to bat, the School was all out for 70, and Stellenbosch, though made to battle for their runs, eventually won by five wickets. De Swardt (3/38) and Jennings (2/33) bowled extremely well.

3rd XI The 3rd XI did not have a very good season. On the whole our bowlers were fairly successful. but our batsmen did not produce the form expected of them. Nevertheless, a fine team-spirit prevailed and our matches were thoroughly enjoyed. Altbough we did not win any games, some notable performances were recorded-particularly

Vs. Bishops. Batting first on a wet pitch, tbe School was aU out for 138. Only the tail-enders, Bridgens (32 n.o.) and McClurg (20), offered any resistance. Bishop's then reached this total with two wickets down, to win the match by eight wickets.

against our strongest rivals. Against S.A.C.S. the team scored 122 runs in even time. And against Bishop's we were left 95 minutes to make 131 runs, and at the close of play we were eight runs short with one wicket standing! Our most successful batsmen were W. van Dam, A. Blotnjck (Captain) and D. Asher, while E. Eddy, M. Erye, M. Linekar and G. Des Lingeris were the chief wicket-takers. On behalf of the team I sbould like to tbank Mr. Gilmore, our coach, for bis much-appreciated assistance during tbe season.

5th XI Cricket The Fifth Team did very well for itself in the 1965-66 season. This was particularly so in the new year when several standard tens decided to take up cricket again and Ellert took over the captaincy. In the first half of the season the Fifths, led by Kemp, won two matches, drew one and lost the other. Good performances were put up by Patrick Deane, Ian Scott, Carl Anderton, Burns and Ward with the bat, and by Anderton, Kemp, Van Staden and Boyce witb the ball. In the second half under Ellert the team was unbeaten in four games and actually defeated the School Fourths on a memorable occasion near the end of term. Outstanding batsmen were Asher, who scored an undefeated centl,lry, Ger, Reynolds and Ellert ; and Honeyman, Rolfe, Ger, Ellert and Leyser took frequent wickets. A feature match was that between an Ellert XI and a Ger XI in which both captains managed to distinguish themselves. The teams were drawn from Fourth and Fifth Team players.

4th Team The Fourth bad a very enjoyable, if not too successful, second balf of the season. We played six matches, won two, drew one and lost three. Our failure to achjeve better results was due mainly to a lack of penetrating bowlers, but this was compensated for to some extent by keen fieldin~ and an excellent team spirit. Linekar bowled extremely well throughout the season and Morris and Dol1rnan batted well. The team wishes to thank Mr. Parkins for his coaching. It is greatly appreciated.

GAMES RESULTS Vs. S.A .c.S. S.A.C.S. 131/4 dec. (Mclntyre 2/36). 31. Lost by 100 runs.

1965 : Vs. Simonstown. Simonstown 196, Wynberg 103/5. Draw.

Wynberg

Vs. Plumstead. Wynberg 99 (DolIman 31). Plumstead (Boyce 3/24). Lost by 3 wickets.

Vs. Westerford. Lost. 100/7

Vs. Sb1wnstown. Simonstown 53 (Lineker 7/13, Mclntyre 2/7). Wynberg 57/7 (Mclntyre 13). Won by 3 wickets.

Westerford

200/6, Wynberg 55.

Vs. Fish Hoek. Fish Hoek 29, Wynberg Won by eight wickets.

30/2.

Vs. Bishops. Bishops 86, Wynberg by one wicket.

Won

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1966: Vs. Lansdowne. Wynberg 181/4, Lansdowne 64. Won by 120 runs.

Vs. Fish Hoek. Fish Hoek 53 (Lineker 6/31). Wynberg 56/9 (Wynton 17 n.o.). Won by 1 wicket.

Vs. Simonstown. Simonstown 28, Wynberg 30/4. Won by six wickets.

Vs. Muizenberg. Muizenberg 144/7 dec. (Wynston 2/3). Wynberg 114 (Lee 40, Morris 25). Lost by 30 runs.

Vs. Bishops. 32 runs. Vs. Sea Point. by 25 runs.

Vs. Sf. Joseph's. St. Joseph's 168/4 dec. (Wynton 2/48). Wynberg were set to get 169 in 100 minutes to win. They did well to score 122 for 4 (Morris 30 n.o., Dollrnan 29).

Wynberg 68, Bishops 36. Won by Wynberg 76, Sea Point 51. Won

Vs. Wynberg 4th. 67 runs. Friendly: 85

5ths 105/6, 4th 38. Won by

EUert's XI 214/9, Ger's XI 73.

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the time of going to Press, the itinerary is as follows: Sept. 30: Dept. Cape Town. October 1st: Arrive Kimberley, play Kimberley B.H.S. October 2nd: Depart Kimberley. October 3rd: Arrive Johannesburg. October 4th: Play Jeppe B.H.S. October 5th: Play St. John's College. October 8th: Depart Johannesburg. The team arrives back in Cape Town on the 10th October. Individual players who have performed notably so far, include Kolesky and Clark with the bat and Gilbert Oosthuizen and Dyer with the ball.

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It is pleasing to be able to report that the Under 15A side has fulnlled all the initial promise it displayed early in the season. Not only does the score book reflect commendable victories over, inter alia, the strong Bishop's side, but there has developed among the side a strong 'espirit de corps' which is so essential to both individual and team success. So strong is the potential of the side and so fluently have individual members developed that Mr. Hopkins considered that it would be beneficial to all members to meet opposition from further afield and consequently a tour to Kimberley and the Transvaal has been arranged. At

Vs. Bishops B: Bishops 95 (Long 6/35). Wynberg 96/4 (Oosthuizen 43, Green 28). Won by 6 wickets. Vs. St. Joseph's A: W.B.H.S. 129 (Long 35, Ritchie 27). St. Joseph's 64/4 (Long 3/20). A draw. 1966 Only one member of the 1965 team was still avaiJable, but one of the most successful teams in the school was moulded out of Under 13's and Under 15 C's and D's. Forceful batting and a very accurate attack backed up by keen fielding, provided the foundation for success. Contributing also to this was the example and captaincy of Brian Peters and a very fine team spirit. The team beat the A teams of St. Joseph's and Bergvliet, soundly avenged a previous defeat by S.A.C.S. B and, after having the very strong S.A.C.S. A 48/8, lost to them by a respectable 74

Results U.15A Vs. Plumstead (Won by 8 wickets): P'um~tead 56 (Horton 4/21, Dyer 2/6). Wynberg 60 for 2 (Kolesky 15, Clark 15 n.o.). Vs. Berf?v'iet (Won by 107 runs): Wynberg 148 (Kolesky 55, Oosthuizen 35). Bergvliet 41 (Gilbert 4/.13, Clark 2/13). Vs. Bishops (Won by 69 runs): Wynberg 145 (Clark 61, Oosthuizen 36). Bishops 76 (Oosthuizen 3/18, Clark 3/25, Gilbert 3/23). Vs. St. Joseph's (Won by 113 runs): Wynber~ 159 (Kolesky 92, Oosthuizen 37 n.o.). St. Joseph's 46 (Oosthuizen 4/18, Gilbert 2/5). Vs. SA.c.s. (Lost by 9 wickets): Wynberg 49 (Emms 17). S.A.C.S. 50 for 1 (Clark 1/19). Vs. Wester/ord (Drew): Wynberg 205 (Emms 76, Kolesky 69). Westerford 149 for 6 (Gilbert 4/50, Dyer 1/10). Vs. Rondebosch (Lost by 95 runs): Rondebosch 165 (Dyer 4/59, Woodin 3/13). Wynberg 70 (Gilbert 28, Emms 11).

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RESULTS Vs. SA .c.s. B: W.B.H.S. 106 (pogrund 19, Sims 14). S.A.C.S. 77/7 (Anderson 3/16). A draw. Vs. SA.C.s. A: S.A.C.S. 104 (Castle 4/27, Pogrund 2/8). W.B.H.S. 30 (pogrund 9). Lost by 74 runs. Vs. Bishop's B: Bishop's 142/7 dec. (Ritchie 2/26). W.B.H.S. 41 (Pogrund 12). Lost by 101 runs. Vs. SA .C.S. B: W.B.H.S. 154/6 dec. (Bakkum 50 n.o., Reyneke 47). S.A.C.s. 62 (Castle 7/22, Pogrund 3/9). Won by 92 runs. Vs. Bergvliet A: W.B.H.S. 91 (Valentine 20, Ritchie IS). Bergvliet 81 (pogrund 5/25, Ritchie 4/21). Won by 10 runs. Vs. St. Joseph's A: W.B.H.S. 98 (Peters 35, Horton 35). St. Joesph's 85 (Ritchie 6/16, Rorton 3/4). Won by 13 runs. Vs. 5th Xl: Fifth XI 84. Under 15B 87/7. Won by 3 wickets.

Under 158 1965 The team experienced mixed fortunes during the first half of the season as is reflected by the record of won 2, drew 2, lost 2. However, it was very noticeable how the players matured and this promise was fulfilled in the second half of the season when most of them moved up to the Under 15A and the 2nd and 3rd XI's. Long was the spearhead of the bowling attack and was ably supported by Des Lignens. The most successful batsmen were Oosthuizen, Goodwin and Des Lignens. Jacobs was a competent wicket-keeper. RESULTS Vs. Plumstead A: Plumstead 120/5 decl. (Maimin 4/25). W.B.H.S. 54. Lost by 66 runs. Vs. Rondebosch B: Rondebosch 144 (Gilbert 4/9). W.B.H.S. 85/6 (Morris 20, Des Lignens 20 n.o.). A draw. Vs. Bergvliet A: Bergvliet 52 (Long 5/19, Des Ligneris 4/6). W.B.H.S. 53/7. Won by 3 wickets. Vs. SA.C.S. B: S.A.C.S. 182 for 7 dec. (Long 3 for 48). W.B.R.S. 66 (Goodwin 11). Lost by 116 runs. 88

The remainder of the season went evenly, with a final tally of two games won, one drawn, and three lost. The main run-getters in the team were R. Pawley and B. Coben, and the best bowlers were R. Pawley, N. Kirkwood and J. Jobnstone.

Under 15C The first game of the season was played at Bishop's. Runs were slow in coming and those that did were mainly due to the stout efforts of Visser (22) and Friedlander (13 n.o.). B.isbop's replied with 86/9, Powley having a good spell of bowling in which be took 4 wickets for 9 runs. The replay of the match later on in the season was in favour of Wynberg. Wynberg scored 96, our main scorers being the captain, Kirkwood (22), Pawley (30) and Valentine (18). In the very closing minutes Wynberg snatched the victory from Bishop's with Munro being out Lb.w. to Kirkwood. The main factor bebind this wiu was P. Josephson, who took 6 wickets for 56.

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Under 13A The indifferent results of the seven matches played - three won, two drawn, two Jost - are probably attributable to the opening batsmen's inability to give the innings a sound start. However, Jupp played a few sound innings and on occasion was ably supported by Porter and Ramsden. The opening bowlers were quick but many balls were wasted by bowlers not attacking the

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Having arranged a few successful local cricket tours, I was approached once again to organise yet another. After some consideration and with the support of a few local Ist Division players, a cricket tour to England was set in motion. Many fund-raising events were organised and, with the help of many business houses, private persons and our manager, David Harvey, the tour was made possible. The Wil.lows played ten fixtures, winning three and seven were drawn. Two of the drawn fixtures were stopped by rain with the Willows well jn command. Two other fixtures were completely washed out. Fixtures were against County II and minor counties, Considering that cricket was combined with sight-seeing, the unbeaten record was indeed good. Mike Lamb was in excellent form, especially against Berkshire at Earley and scored an excellent 13L He scored most runs on tour, ending with an average of 31. Ken Heldsinger's best effort was a delightful 78. Howard Spiro, the last of the three Wynberg Old Boys. proved the best 'keeper, and when needed to save the side from defeat in our last fixture against Middlesex, batted well for 34 not out. The Willows were very well accepted, made many friends both on and off the field, and much experience was gained by all.

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440 yards: 1. A. Long (W); 2. C. Kemp (VR); 3. 1. Scott (W). Time: 54.6. 880 yards: 1. A. Stanley (W); 2. A. Blotnick (W); 3. K. Kesner (R). Time: 2: 9.9. 1 Mile: I. A. Stanley (W); 2. C. Kemp (VR); 3. K. Kesner (R). Time: 5: 1.5. Shot Put: 1. A. Craxton (VR) ; 2. M. Cann (W) ; 3. O. Bairstow (VR). Oist.: 36ft. tin. High Jump: 1. A. Craxton (VR) ; 2. O. Bairstow (VR); 3. O. Williams (VR). Height: 5ft. 5tin. Long Jump: l. A. Craxton (VR); 2. O. Bairstow (VR); 3. T. Scott (W). Length: 19ft. lain. Relay: I. Wellington; 2. Van Riebeeck; 3. Rhodes. Time: 47.7.

Tbe tendency in the past has been to tnink of athletics as consisting of the annual meeting and perhaps one or two hectic weeks of trainjng beforehand. To reach any standard at aH we must rid ourselves of this misconception. The 4th term should be regarded as the start of the athletic season whjch finishes at the end of the 1st term of the following year. The cross-country, at the end of the 3rd term, should be used as conditioning for the coming track season. Beside; this, regular competition is necessary, and so jt was tbat teams were entered jn five different competitions this season. The younger age groups, particularly, showed much promise; the Under 13 and Under 15 relay teams both won their events at the W.P. Junior Championsrups at Paarl. WEST GERMAN SCHOOLS TOURING TEAM: At time of writing, this team was due to compete in a triangular meeting at Green Point. The other teams are from W.P.S.A.U. and Boland - S.W.D. Congratulations to A. Craxton on being nominated for the trials for this meeting and also to O. Asher, B. Schneider and M. Oosthuizen, who have been selected to take part in extra events at the meeting.

Annual

Under 16 100 yards: I. O. Asher (W); 2. H. Oosthuizen (W); 3. B. de Vries (OW). Time: 11.3. 220 yard~: J. O. Asher (W); 2. H. Oosthuizen (w); 3. J. Cawood (OW). Time: 25.3. 110 yards (hurdles): I. M. Snyman (OW); 2. L. Oosthuizen (VR); 3. J. Cawood (OW). Time: 16.0. 440 yards: I. O. Asher (W); 2. K. Long (W); 3. A. Armstrong (W). Time: 55.0. 880 yards: 1. K. Long (W) ; 2. A. Cook (W); 3. G. Connolly (OW). Time: 2: 17.6. Shot Put: 1. G. Connolly (OW); 2. L. Oosthuizen (VR); 3. M. Oewar (R). Oist.: 3lft.l1tin. High Jump: J. H. Green (VR); 2. O. Calder (DW); 3. R. Cummings (VR). Height: 5ft. Itin. Long Jump: I. H. Green (VR); 2. H. Oosthuizen (W); 3. C. Smedley (R). Length: 17ft. Oin. Relay: I. Wellington; 2. Oe Waal; 3. Rhodes. Time: 40.1.

Championships:

Our own track at the Hawthornden fields was unfortunately not ready, nor were there any changing and toilet facilities. The Garrison autborities kindly made their track available again and the meeting was held in fine weather on Friday, II th March. It was scheduled to finish at 2.30 p.m. to allow the cadet band to attend the Tercentenary celebrations at the Castle. A wards of certificates and trophjes were made at a later date at school.

Under 14 DETAILED

RESULTS

100 yards: 1. B. Schneider (R) ; 2. M. Oosthuizen (W); 3. T. Coetzee (OW). Time: 11.9. 220 yards: I. B. Schneider (R) ; 2. M. Oosthuizen (W); 3. F. Kalis (R). Time: 26.4. 75 yards (hurdles): I. M. Oosthuizen (W); 2. B_ Schneider (R); 3. R. Tatham (R). Time: 16.4. High Jump: 1. P. Anderton (VR); 2. 1. Rosenberg (VR); 3. T. Coetzee (OW). Height: 4ft6tin.

Open 100 yards: 1. A. Long (W) ; 2. 1. Scot (W) ; 3. L. Traub (R). Time: 11.2. 220 yards: I. A. Long (W); 2. 1. Scott (W); 2. A. Blotnick (W). Time: 24.6. 110yards (hurdles): 1. A. Craxton (VR); 2. V. Watson-Smith (R); 3. W. Burke (OW). Time: 15.3.

ATHLETICS

TEAM

Front Row (I. to r.): J. Oosthuizen, A. Blotnick, Mr. N. Blackbeard (Principal), A. Craxton (Captain), Mr. A. NofIki (Coach), D. Bairstow, I. Scott. Middle Row (I. to r.): M. Oosthuizen, A. Goosen, D. Katz, K. Long, D. Calder, A. Long, K. Liston, E. Casper, M. Gluckman, Back Row (I. to r.): B. Schneider.

I. Emms, D. Asher, P. Anderton,

Long Jump: 1. P. Anderton (VR); 2. M. Oosthuizen (W); 3. R. Tatham (R). Length: 16ft. 4in. Relay: 1. Rhodes; 2. Wellington; beeck. Time: 53.8.

50 yards: 1. S. Bird (R); 2. E. Robb (OW); 3. P. Mathew (VR). Time: 7.1.

3. Van Rie-

75 yards: 1. S. Bird (R); 2. G. Cawood (OW) ; 3. E. Robb (OW). Time: JO.5. Relay:

75yards: 1. J. Oosthuizen (VR) ; 2. A. Oliver (R) ; 3. G. le Roux (VR). Time: 10.1.

1. Wellington. House

2. De Waal. 3. Rhodes. Results

1. Wellington

120 yards: 1. J. Oosthuizen (VR); 2. A. Ouver (R); 3. G. Anderson (W). Time: 15.8. 2. Wellington;

H. Green, F. Kalis,

Under 10

Under 12

Relay: 1. Van Riebt<eck; Rhodes. Time: 43.9.

L. Oosthuizen,

133 pts.

2. Van Riebeeck 3. Rhodes

4. De Waal... 93

93 pts.

_.................59 pts. 39 pts.

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Old Boys' Cup: Winning House: Wellington. Hoogenhou/ Cup: Victor Ludorum: A. Craxton. Neville Riley Cup: Open Hurdles: A. Craxton. Tay{ie/d Cup: Open Mile: A. Standley. H eadmas/er' s Cup: Open 880 yards: A. Stanley. Woollas/on Cup: Open 440 yards: A. Long. Duncan Taylor Cup: Open Long Jump: A. Craxton. Sfanley Lewis Cup: Open High Jump: A. Craxton. Dr. Bobbins Cup: Open 100 yards: A. Long. MacOona/d Cup: Under 16 Relay: Wellington. Dry Pycrojl Cup: Under 16440 yards: O. Asher. C. E. Fe/bert Cup: Under 16 Champion: D. Asher. Arthur Newll1an Cup: Under 14 Relay: Rhodes. Bas-kin Cup: Under 14 Champion: B. Schneider. Junior Relay Cup: Under 12 Relay: Van Riebeeck. Baskin Cup: Under 12 Champion: M. Oosthuizen. Junior Relay Cup: Under 10 Relay: Wellington. Pried/ander Cup: Under 10 Champion: S. Bird.

Athletic

Awards

Colours: A. Long (220 yds.: 24.6; 440 yds.: 54.6); A. Standley (880 yds.: 2:9.9). B/ues: A. Craxton (Victor Ludorum). CROSS-COUNTRY

1966

This was the second year that the new course was used for the Under 15 and Senior races and, like last year, there was a large number of entries. The times were better than .last year's as the course was slightly simplified. The weather was ideal for running and the Junior Races were also keenly contested. Results U.19: I. K. Slattery (W); 2. M. Paver (OW); M. Cawood (DW).

1. G.le Roux (VR); 2. R. Priestman (R) ; 3. L. Venter (VR). U.13: 1. M. Gluckman (VR); 2. M. Goslett (R); 3. P. Benjamin (OW). U.15: J. P. Weir (DW); 2. F. Kalis (R); 3. N. Woodin (VR). Time: 19min. 33.8 secs. Senior: 1. P. de Wet (W); 2. J. Des Lingeris (PW); 3. N. De Jarger (VR). Time: 19min. 22.4 secs. U.11:

Overall 1st: 2nd: 3rd: 4th:

Van Riebeeck Rhodes Wellington _ De Waal

Inter-Schools

7562 points. 7347 points. 6541 points. 6370 points. Cross-Country

This was again held at Rondebosch School: the Junior (U.15's) race over a distance of 2~路 miles and the Senior race over 3{- miles. Our team did very well, the U.l5A team coming second out of six and the Senior A team sixth out of seven. This is probably the best our teams have done over this course. P. Weir was the first Wynberg Boy home (7th overall) and P. de Wet the first Senior (30th overall). Over 100 boys took part from 18 schools. Awards: C%ur: 9.5

P. de Wet.

Under 16, 100 yds. Freestyle:

At the beginning of the year Mr. Fair took over the coaching of the swimming team, and the early rp-sult of his enthusiasm was our victories in the galas held at School and at R.B.H.S. The junior section of the team was very successful, especially the U.14's, in which group A. Falconer, A. Hammond and L Rosenberg did very well. These three, with P. Anderton, set up a new W.P. record for the 4 x 50m. Medley Relay at the Western Province Schools' Swimming Gala. B. Gould excelled in the U.16 section, winning many backstroke races. P. Weir and G. Goles were keen rivals in breaststroke, and at the school gala Weir's Butterfly showed a marked improvement. D. Yacb, from the junior school, swam well in his backstroke events. Although the U.19's did not contribute many of the team's points, they kept up admirabJe team spirit. However, they must learn to contribute both spirit and points if W.B.H.S. SwimminR Team hopes to continue its successes. Members of the team participating in the W.P. schools swimming gala did extremely wen, with B. Gould in the U.16 section, and A. Hammond, 1. Rosenberg and A. Falconer in the U.l4 section being selected for the Western Province Schools' Swimming Team. A.w.A.

Blues: A. Gould. Colours: W. Anderton, Rosenberg,

A. Falconer,

G. Goles, A. Hammond.

1966 INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING Under la, One Length Freestyle:

P. Weir,

I. B. Gould. 2. P. Weir. 3. R. Burns.

Time:

58.5 secs. (Record).

Under 79, 700 yds. Freestyle: t. W. Anderton.

Time:

62.6 secs.

Under 10, I Length Breastsroke: t. S. Behr. Time:

33.5 secs.

2. M. Hurwitz. 3. R. Perrott-Humphrey.

2. T. Cleary. 3. P. Goles.

Under 12, 7 Length Breaststroke: t. L. Perry. Time:

28.0 secs.

2. D. Yach. 3. S. Cranko.

Under 74, 700 yds. Breaststroke: 1. A. Hammond. 2. R. Foster. 3. N. Mannington.

Time:

82.2 secs. (Record.)

Under 16, ]00 yds. Breaststroke: t. G. Goles. Time: 79.6 secs. (Record.) 2. R. Wolman. 3. R. p'eacock.

Under 19, 100 yds. Breaststroke: I. F. McClean. 2. T. OettIe. 3. D. Williams.

GALA

Time:

76.9 secs.

Under 14, Diving: 1. D. Milford. 2. D. Sims. 3. J. Gibson.

1. T. Yach. Time: 25.3 secs. 2. R. Bredenkamp. 3. B. Gibbons. Under 12, One Length Freestyle: I. D. Yach. Time: 20.2 secs. 2. D. Pretorius. 3. L. Butler. Under 14, 100 yds. Freestyle: 1. 1. Rosenberg. Time: 60.0 secs. (Record.) 2. A. Hammond. 3. A. Falconer.

Under 19, 440 yds. Freestyle: 1. K. Neilson. Time:

22.43 Points.

6 min. 53.5 secs.

2. R. Perrott-Humphrey. 3. T. Kyriacos.

Under la, One Length Backstroke: 1. B. Gibbon. 2. T. Yach. 3. p, Levers.

Time:

34.0 secs_

SWIMM1NG TEAM, 1965-1966 Front Row (I. to r.): A. Dorman, D. L. Pretorius, R. Foster, P. G. Hill, P. Goles, M. C. Cohen. Second Row (I. to r.): 1. Best, Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal), B. Gould (Vice-Capt.), Mr. T. W. Fair, R. Perrot-Humphries. Third Row (I. to r.): R. M. Wolman, I. Rosenberg, N. D. Mannington, T. OettlĂŠ, P. J. Weir, A. Falconer, A. H.ammond. Fourth Row (I. to r.): G. Goles, R. Peacock, A. Hurwitz, G. Klein, W. Anderton, J. Sims, R. Burns, P. Anderton. Absent: J. Dodd (Captain).

Under 12, One Length Backstroke: I. D. Yach. Time: 26.5 secs. 2. L. Perry. 3. J. Oosthuizen. Under /4, 100 yds. Backstroke: ]. A. Falconer. Time: 71.5 secs. (Record.) 2. I. Rosenberg. 3. P. Hill. Under 16, 100 yds. Backstroke: 1. B. Gould. Time: 67.1 secs. (Record.) 2. J. Simms. 3. R. Burns.

Under 19, 100 yds. Backstroke: I. M. Hurwitz. 2. P. van Blommenstein. 3. G. Kleyn. Under 16, 100 yds. Butterfly: 1. P. Weir. 2. N. Oettle. 3. Under

19,

83.4 secs.

Time: 72.9 secs.

100 yds. Butterfly:

1. W. Anderton. 2. T. Kyriaeos. 97

Time:

Time: 76.3 secs.

Under 14, Two Lengths Butterfly: 1. A. Hammond. Time: 2. 1. Rosenberg. 3. A. FaJconer. Under 16, Diving: l. A. Walker. 2. K. Kolesky. 3. K. Bremer.

Under JO, HOl/se Relay: 1. Van Riebeeck. 2. De Waal. 3. Wellington.

42.2 secs.

2 mill. 0.5 secs.

Under 12, House Relay: I. Van Riebeeck. Time: 1 min. 28 secs. 2. Rhodes. 3. De Waal. Under 14, House Relay: l. Wellington. Time: 1 min. 18.4 secs. 2. Van Riebeeck. 3. Rhodes. Under 16, House Relay: I. De Waal. Time: 2 min. 42.2 secs. 2. Rhodes. 3. Wellington. Under 19, House Relay: I. Van Riebeeck. Time: 2 min. 45.6 secs. 2. Rhodes. 3. Wellington. Senior Swimming Cup: I. W. Anderton. 2. T. Oettle. 3. F. McClean. Final House Points: I. Van Riebeeck 116 2. Rhodes _.... 84 3. Wellington 64 4. De Waal _.................................. 61

24.83 Points.

Under 16, 220 yds. Freestyle: I. B. Gould. Time: 2 min. 26.4 secs. (Record.) 2. R. Burns. 3. A. Walker. Under 19, 220 yds. Freestyle: l. W. Anderton. Time: 2 min. 42.5 secs. 2. K. Neilson. 3. J. Falconer. Under 19, Diving: 1. T. Oettle. 2. V. Watson-Smith. 3. T. Kynacos.

Time:

22.60 points.

Under 16, 220 yds. Breaststroke: I. G. Gales. Time: 3 mins. 12.3 secs. 2. P. Weir. 3. R. Wolrnan. Under 19, 220 Breaststroke: I. F. McLean. Time: 3 min.17 secs. 2. T. OettLe. 3. D. Williams.

lUDO Judo at Wynberg this year has suffered many setbacks, but the keenness and the spirit of the boys has kept up Wynberg's good record. M. Westrnoreland, our captain, was very unfortunate in that he was injured and has not been able to do judo for the whole year. The novices have shown much promise and next year we are certain to start with a strong team. Mr. Butcher and Mr. Pahl have really excelled themselves in coaching us and we would like to thank them both for the time they have sacrificed on our behalf. Mr. Butcher, as always, has done a very good job and we certainly hope that be will coach Wynberg for a long time to come. We would also like to thank Mr. Blackbeard for his help and co-operation. Without his wholehearted support it would bave been very difficult to run the club efficiently.

At the Western Province Schools' Judo Championship, which was held early in April, Wynberg again excelled in the various weight groups. The Juniors did not do as well as usual but Stanley Butcher reached the finals in two weight groups, but was knocked out by the W.P. champion, Piet Nel, from Paul Roos. However, be came back and won the W.P. Open title in his weight category. In tbe 161-pounds and below division P. Buereeke won the title. In the 175-pounds and below McPberson reached tbe finals but was very closely beaten. In the 195-pound division Van Blommestein, a newcomer to the club, did very well to win the title, and in the open championships he reached the finals. He beat a black belt to get there and it was really a fine effort. The team that reached the finals was: Van Blommestein, McPherson, Baerecke (Capt.), 98

JUDO TEAM Back Row (I. to r.): R. Munroe, R. Peacock, O. O'Neill, M. Muilwyk, P. Lewis. MiddLe Row (I. to r.): M. Whitkin, K. Bremer, R. Ritchie, E.O'NeiU, F. du Toit, M. de Jager. Front Row (1. to r.): K. Neilson. M. Cann, P. Baerecke (Capt.), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard, Mr. A. Butcher (Coach), P. MacPherson, A. Hurwitz. Sitting on. GroulTd (I. to r.): G. Howse, D. Durlacher, P. Hargitai, J. Theodore, D. Milford.

Hurwitz and Butcher. The Western Province Schools' team was chosen on tbe same evening to fight an invitation team. Two Wynberg boys were chosen: Van Blommestein and Baerecke.

We are sorry to hear that Guy Westrnoreland had to have an operation on his knee, but we hope to see him back on the mat soon. Eric Kiwi is doing very well at Cape Town University and received a Varsity blue for Judo. In Paarl, Barry Everard has started his own Judo club. He brought some of his pupils to Wynberg one evening and they did exceptionally weU. To revert to the club's activities, we have again started the Inter-Scho.ols Judo League. So far we have done very well.

In the Inter-House Judo Competition tbe school's senior champion was Baerecke of Wellington and the Junior champion was Butcher. also of Wellington. We found that there was much interest in the competition, which was well attended. The final points total was: Wellington

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GOLF Chairman: A. Blotnick. Secretary: J. Miller. Committee: E. de Swardt, J. Goldblatt, W. Paterson. Masters-in.-Charge: Messrs. Kooy and Parkins. Tills year the Golf Club has fulfilled the hopes of 1965 in that it has slowly but surely become one of the most popular and active societies in the school. The dedicated committee, under the chairmanship of A. Blotnick, is to be congratulated on the club's success. Approximately fortv boys are members of the club and membership cards were again issued. Some of these boys had had no goLfing experience whatsoever, but during the course of the year have displayed a tremendous amount of enthusiasm and keenness. The Club has had a very full year. Several school competitions have been held, which have been won by Bairstow, Cawood, Rolfe, Goodwin, byer, Harris, Miller and Kent. We are extremely grateful to the Clovelly Country Club for granting us the courtesy of their course on numerous occasions. Mr. Bunting and Mr. Bodmer, respectively vice-captain and professional of the Clovelly Country Club, are to be thanked for their invaluable help in this respect. The Inter-Schools competition was held on 1st April at the Rondebosch Golf Club. Wynberg, with an entry of fourteen, did not do as well as had been expected, but the e_xperience gained was invaluable and should serve us well in the future. The school was captained by J. Slome. c.B.C. deservedly emerged the winners of this most enjoyable .competition. In' May Mr. Cedric Amm, the well-known golfing professional, and Mr. Jack Plummer gave an appreciative audience a talk on various aspects of goLf. It may be remembered that Mr. Plummer visited us in similar circumstances last year with Mr. Brian Henning. Mr. Plummer kindly gave us rule-books, which have been distributed among the boys. Both these gentlemen are to be thanked for giving up thejr valuable time to give us a most beneficial lecture. Two new events were initiated th.is year. One was the Inter-House competition wh.ich was played at Clovelly. Tills was won by Van Riebeeck, with De Waal second, Wellington third, and Rhodes fourth. The other event was the match against the staff. This match was played at the King David Country Club and was thoroughly enjoyed

CLUB by all concerned. The competition was played on a BIB Stableford basis with Mr. Milk kindly consenting to fill in on the side of the staff. The results are as follows: Messrs. Parkins and Kooy (40) vs. Goldblatt and Miller (38). Messrs. Fair and Miller (33) vs. Slome and Lipshitz (37). Messrs. Boltman and Hopkins (36) vs. Blotnick and Cawood (36). Staff 109; School Ill. Final Result: School won by 2 points. In order to encourage the junior classes to take an .interest in the game, two clinics were held on the Hawthornden Field during the year. Balls and clubs were provided by the W.P. Golf Foundation and Mrs. Gluck, Honorary Secretary, is to be thanked for her assistance in this respect. Mr. Kooy and Mr. Parkins took charge of the first clinic and their help was much appreciated. These clinics were extremely well attended and it is sincerely hoped that such clinics will be a regular event during the forthcoming year. A film entitled "Gary Player's win in the U.S. Open" was shown in the Biology Laboratory during July. Over a hundred and th.irty boys were present and all were greatly impressed by the wonderful golf displayed. Another innovation th.is year was the match between the Clovelly Country Club prentice members and the school, which the Prentice members won by three games to two. The Clovelly Country Club committee is to be thanked for so generously providing handsome prizes for the best score. These prizes were presented to Cawood and Goodwin who returned an excellent score of 49 points. The school provided two golf balls as prizes for the runners-up. One of the h.ighlights of the year was the "Present vs. Past" match held recently at the Westlake Golf Club. This is the second match of its kind at the school as one similar match took place last year with the school emerging the victors. We are indebted to the committee of the Westlake. Golf Club for permitting the match to be held at their Club once again. Although golfing conditions were far from ideal, the match was an immense success, with the school narrowly defeating their opponents by one match. Mr. E. Ford is to be thanked for arranging the Old Boys'

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library and these are at tbe moment circulating among the boys. In conclusion, on behalf of tbe committee, I sbould like to thank botb Mr. Kooy and Mr. Parkins for taking such a great interest in the Golf Club's activities. Tbeir help and interest is much appreciated by aU. It is hoped that the forthcoming year will be as successful for the Golf Club as this year has been. This can only be achieved by bard work and co-operation by the committee and members alike. J. MILLER.

team. Tbe teams were as follows: Old Boys: Messrs. Stewart (capt.) ; Coetzee; Englisb; Ford; N. Gelb; D. Gelb; Jacobson; Miller; Pemberthy; Sternslow ; Silbowitz and Peck. Scbool: Goldblatt (capt.) ; Cawood; Harris ; Goodwin; Rolfe; Bairstow; Blotnick; De Swardt; Gilmour; Miller. Mr. Kooy and Mr. Parkins also represented tbe school. It is hoped tbat a scbool cbampionship will be held during tbe final term. Various clinics and competitions will in adrution probably take place towards the latter half of tbe year. Mr. Parkins bas acquired two interesting golt books for the

Science Chairman: L. WerbelofI. Secretary: J. Miller. Committee: W. Barnes, J. Dodd, G. Besouw, N. Pasvolsky, Blanckenburg. Master-in-Charge: Mr. Matbew.

the South African Association for the advancement of Science, was held at the Stellenbosch University between the 22nd and 24th June. Wyn berg was allotted twenty-five tickets and approximately seven hundred and fifty students from various Western Cape schools attended. The opening speech was delivered by Prof. Thorn, Rector of the University of Stellenbosch. Professor Thorn stressed the need for an increase in scientific education as this subject is rapidly becoming the essential basis of the modern world. A s.eries of interesting lectures and demonstrations followed and this was the procedure throughout the duration of the congress. Although most of the lectures were in Afrikaans, we soon adapted ourselves to the language and a Wynberg delegate was seen to be ruligently writing notes in both languages. The lectures dealt with almost every faculty, from "Social. Deprivation on tbe Bebaviour of the Rbesus Ape" to "Chromatographical Separation Techniques". A word of praise is due to all the lecturers who helped to make tbe Congress an extremely interesting and beneficial event. Our thanks go to Mr. Mathew for bis unfailing support and interest. Mr. Mathew is at present on furlough and we wisb him everything of the best. Now that the year is drawing to a close, we sincerely hope tbat the Science Club will continue to prosper and that next year's Science Club will prove a success.

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Owing to unforeseen circumstances the Science Club this year has not enjoyed the same success as in previous years. Science Club membersbip cards were not printed this year and this, psychologically, is a disadvantage. It is hoped that this will be rectified in tbe near future. Another setback is the fact tbat no scientific outings, besides the Science Congress, have been undertaken as yet this year. Emphasis should be laid on the importance of such outings if the Science Club is to be a. success. During tbe year a number of interesting functions was arranged and were well attended. Numerom films were shown and tbese proved to be most beneficial in tbat they covered a wide range of topics sucb as astronomy, Antarctic exploration, medicine, etc. In June Mr. R. Hurley, a member of the Western Cape Moonwatchers team, gave a large audience an enlightening lecture on "Tbe possibilities of landing a man on the moon". Films, one entitled "The Walk in Space", were also shown. We are indeed grateful to Mr. Hurley for his memorable lecture. As in precerung years, tbe Annual Science Congress was tbe highlight of the scbool's scientific activities. The Congress, under tbe auspices of

J. MILLER.

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STUDENT'S CHRISTIAN Chairman: A. Lowry. Vice-Chairman: W. Barnes. Secretary: P. Bredenkamp. Commilfee: J. Harris, D. Read. Boarder's Commi/lee: J. Best, E. Green. Masters-in-Charge: Messrs. Driessen, Matthew and De Jongh. The S.C.U. looks back on another year of spiritual blessing and growth. The work it has done in the school this year has been made possible only by the interest of its members through God's guidance, and to Him we are grateful. The year began with an address by an Old Boy of the school, Graeme Slade, who also served on the S.C.U. Committee in 1963. Later .in the first quarter, in conjunction with the Plumstead Youth for Christ Bible Club, we sponsored the film "Seventeen" in the school hall. This meeting drew people from local clubs and schools, and was a great success. During the second term Mr. McDougall, who never fails to draw an interested audience, again gave up some of his time to address us and screen the China Inland Mission's Centenary film. Another well-known speaker was Mr. George Young of the Cape Times. Two other films shown at our Monday meetings were: "God of the Atom" and "Conflict in the Sky". Both proved interesting and informative. A printed programme made its appearance for the first time during the second quarter and was circulated round the school. An invitation was extended to the members of the Wynberg Girls' High School and all parents to attend a film evening in our school hall. This venture met with great success and we received a return invitation to take part in discussions with the girls and C.U. members from Sans Souci in the Girls' School Hall the following term. This time of fellowship also proved profitable to us all. A panel was selected to represent the school and was asked to answer certain questions, after being given ten minutes for preparation. The Reverend Mr. Russel Harrison of Plumstead held a most interesting discussion on the meaning and purpose of prayer, and suggested possible forms our prayers can take. A recording of modern Gospel songs played at a meeting later in the term also held great interest for our members and showed irrefutably that modern music is not necessarily degrading to the Christian message. In short, it went down well.

UNION

A report on the year's activities would be incomplete without a word of thanks for the support given, and interest shown by so many members of our school's staff. We would like to mention especiaLly Messrs. Peacock and Boltman, who both gave up lunch-breaks to address some of our meetings. We are also indebted to those masters who, during the year, have undertaken the responsibility and charge of the Students' Christian Union. Many thanks go also to the headmaster, Mr. Blackbeard, for all his continued co-operation and understanding, and to Mrs. Ryan and Mr. Matthew for the use of the Biology Laboratory. In closing, we would remember Mr. Driessen, who left us in April to take up a new position. For several years he served the school and S.C.U. faithfully and won the respect of all. We wish him happiness in his new post and God's richest blessings.

YACHTING

CLUB

The Yachting Club has only recently been revived and consists mainly of junior members from Stds. 6 and 7. We hope that the interest of senior pupils will be aroused. The Inter-Schools' Sailing Championships is drawing near. These races are to take place on 22nd October at Zeekoevlei, where last year we took overall points in the Championship and were awarded the cup. As yet our club has no yachts, but some are privately owned and their owners have taken out less fortunate members and introduced them to the joys of sailing. We should like to thank the many Old Boys and the junior members of Zeekoevlei Yacht Club for their help and encouragement.

PHOTOGRAPHIC

CLUB

With the exception of a few club members, the Photographic Club was fairly inactive during the year. Printing equipment was available, but little use of it was made by the thirty members who enrolled at the beginning of the year. Two competitions were arranged but had to be cancelled because of a Jack of entries, Prospective members must realise that the club's activities can be successful only if the members themselves contri bute towards them. S.G.

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DEBATING

League. Though the team did not do very well, it is felt tbat the experience gained will be of great value if the venture is repeated next year. The highlight of the year for the Society was the Inter-Schools Debating Contest which was held during the third term at Wynberg Girls' High School. L. Werbeloff and W. Barnes were originally entered to oppose the motion that "Street collections for charity should be abolished". W. Barnes had, however, to withdraw on account of illness and his place was taken by G. Braude. The team did extremely well, narrowly coming third behind Springfield Convent and the Girls' School. At the time of writing, the Old Boys' Debate is shortly to be held when the motion "Science. is a menace to civiLisation" will be debated. During the last term the Best Speakers' Debate wiLl be held and it is also hoped to have an Inter-House Debate. In concluding, thanks must be given to Mr. Kooy for the interest he has shown in tbe Society as well as to Mr. Blackbeard and Mr. Larie for allowing us to use the school balls. A special word of thanks is also due to the boarders who have continued to support us during 1966.

Chairman: L. Werbeloff. Secretary: A. Blotnick. Committee: W. Barnes, S. Leyser, M. Herbert, J. Benjamin, M. Rubin, B. Probyn. Masrer-in-Charge: Mr. Kooy. Tbe Debating Society bas, like many of the other school societies, not enjoyed as active a year as was hoped. Those functions which were held have, however, been well supported and as long as this enthusiasm is retained, the Society can look forward eagerly to the coming year. The first debate of the year was held at Westerford when the motion "Western civilisation is Little more than savage" was keenly discussed. The school, which was represented by Benjamin, Werbeloff and Herbert, supported the motion which was carried by a large majority. The second debate, with Wynberg Girls' proved as successful as tbe first. According to tradition the teams were split up, with Rubin, Leyser and Werbeloff representing the school. It was finally decided by a narrow majority that "Military training for girls should be made compulsory". The Society then entered a team of five in a "Forum Discussion" organised by the Victoria

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THE 1966 MATRIC Although the original date for the dance had to be altered owing to its being a Jewish holiday, everything was prepared in time and a wonderful time was had by all. This, of course, was only due to the amazing amount of work put into it both by the fellows and their parents. Our ambitious decoration of the hall as a section of Outer Space would have been quite impossible bad it not been for the co-operation received from the ladies, the fellows themselves, the many firms that donated materials and, of course. Mr. Blackbeard for allowing us to use the hall. The committee extends its thanks to all these people who so willingly helped us in our task.

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Several innovations were introduced this year. One concerning the actual decor was the fact that the ceiling was domed upwards this time whereas the usual procedure is to lower the ceiling level until our normally small hall is made to seem even rmaller. This year the ladies provided us with perfume for the girls as well as corsages, which are still being kept as keepsakes. It is impossible to mention by name all the people who have done so much to give this year's matric class such a wonderful dance, but I would like to take trus opportunity of thanking them all on our behalf. WAYNE

BARNES.

THE CHESS CLUB Chairman: N. Pasvolsky. Secretary: M. Radomsky. Committee: L. Werbeloff, 1. Goldblatt, B. Castle. During the past year, the Chess Club has enjoyed considerable success. Many new members, mainly from Std.s 6 and 7, joined tbe club, pushing the membership up to more than ninety. More support from tbe senior classes would ensure more competition for the team members, and consequently a uigher standard of play. Special beginner-classes were held during the first two terms, and about fifteen boys were taught the basic moves and the rules of chess. The attendance at the daily meetings was good. with as many as twenty boys playing.

Tue following boys played first team chess thjs season: 1. N. Pasvolsky (Capt.). 2. L. Werbeloff. 3. R. Fitzwilliams. 4. A. Hurwitz/J. Goldblatt. 5. r. Schewitz/J. Miller. The team was fairly successful, and should finish about seventh in the inter-school league. Four matches were also arranged during tue year for the second team. Tt is hoped that next year chess colours will be awarded to those players who put up good performances in tbe inter-school matches. N. PASVOLSKY.

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Third Row (I. to r.): SlO I. Scott, SlO H. Morris, SlO C. WoLf, SlO E. de Swardt, SlO W. MiJlar, SlO B. Me Intyre, SlO A. Craxton, SlO D. Dreghorn-Ward. Second Row (I. to r.): SlO D. Gauld, SlO R. Penot - Humphrey, SlO W. Barnes, DIM B. Probyn, SlO G. KLeyn, SlO J. Wiegman, SlO H. Wegner. First Row (I. to T.): A/Fd/Crt D. Kooy, A/Fd/Crt J. Voigt, A/Fd/Crt E. Hopkins, Cap!. W. Lennox, A/Fd/Crt A. Noffki, A/Fd/Cl't T. Fair, A/Fd/Crt D. Bromberger.

THE CADET DETACHMENT themselves creditably, securing second place. This is the first year we have entered a senior platoon in the competition and although we did not secure a place, tbat did not detract from tbe smartness of our platoon. We wijl do better next year. Four of our student Officers also attended a course tbis year and our congratulations go to SlO 1. Scott wbo secured first place (equal). The remaining Sla's W. Barnes, W. Millar, PreghornWard, attended the course successfully, having percentages of not Jess tban 70 %. Congratulations to tbese officers. Unfortunately, we could not hold an annual cadet inspection tbis year owing to Jack of equip-

1966 has been a busy and successful year for our school detachment. A/Fd./Cts. Voigt, Fair, Bromberger, Noffki attended courses to qualify for promotion. All were successful, obtaining averages of 80% and over. A/Fd/Ct. Kooy bas now taken over duties as Bandmaster and Capt. Lennox has been promoted O.C., Major Wheeler having retired in 1965 owing to i.l1ness. We wish Major Wheeler a pleasant and well-earned retirement. Our officers are all keen mem bers of the Cadet Body and tbe effect of this is to be seen in the upgrarung of our cadet standard. "A" company, under the command of SlO G. Kleyn, rud weLlin the annual cadet competition and acquitted 106

ment. This inspection, however, is postponed only until early next year, when we bope to rectify tbis state of affairs as regards equipment. I would like to tbank all officers, SlO W. Barnes and bis student officers, nOIl-commissioned

officers and cadets, especially of UA" company and the Special Platoon, for the many bours of arduous work, sacrifice of free time and effort they put into making the Wynberg Cadet Detachment a force with whicb to be reckoned.

Tbis bas been a difficult year for tbe band, in that the wbole aspect of the competition has changed with the introductioll of trumpets, and also owing to the receipt of the competition music very late in the year. My own personal opinion is tbat this was one of the finest bands Wynberg has produced. Unfortunately, the judges did not sbare tbis opinion, as we were placed only third. The whole competition this year, from the point of view of bands, was inadequately ad-

ministered, and I share this opmJOn with other Band Masters. Sgt. P. Macphersoll was placed second in solo drumming and Sgt. G. Dodd second in Tenor Drumming. May I express my thanks to D IFd/Kooy, D I M B. Probyn, Senior Buglers and Trumpeters and all members of the band for their excellent efforts ill adverse circumstances. W.L.

BAND Back Row (I. to r.): I. Emms, J. Best, B. Rookledge, W. Anderton, M. Hurwitz, R. Falconer, H. Kaplin. Middle Row (I. to r.): T. Probyn I. Robertson, S. Jacobs, J. Oosthuizen, J. Retief, T.OettlĂŠ, A. Lawson, J. Benjamin, M. Co hen. Front Row (I. to r.): Cpl. M. Deane, W {O(ii) P. MacPberson, W /O(ii) P. De Wet, Capt. W. Lennox, W/O(i) B. Probyn, A/Fd/Crt D. Kooy, W/O(ii) A. Pascal Cpl. M. Cann, G. van Besouw.

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progress being made in outer space travel. A most interesting and enjoyable evening was had by all. In the third term parents had the distinct pleasure of having Mr. Bert Pfuhl talk to them on tbe solution of some of tbe problems parents face with modern youth. At the end of his lecture many parents felt convinced that it is not the parents who have tbe problem with their children, but the youth who have tbe problem with their parents. This talk was most objective and informative and many parents must have left wondering whether perhaps Mr. Pfubl was not correct i'1 that tbe parents were the problem. One of the main points brougbt out in Mr. Pfuhl's address that cannot be brought home to parents forcibly enough, is tbat parents do not as a rule take enough interest in their children. One of the main media througb which such interest can be taken, is through the child's activities at school. By parents attending school functions and joining in every possible school activity, a great impetus is given to the child to take more interest and a greater interest in school activities. All in all, the year's activities have been most enjoyable and thanks are due to the ladies for their magnificent work in tbe tuckshop and for catering at other scbool functions. The Ladies' Section of the P.T.A. got under way in October last year. Two successful cake sales were beId to provide initial funds. To begin with, Saturday morning cricket players and spectators were supplied with refreshments. The Ladies' Committee organised catering for prizegiving and the annual school sports. It was then felt that a permanent tuck shop was sorely needed and a successful appeal was made to the School Committee who generously sanctioned the immediate erection of same. The tuck shop is open daily and also during sports functions and is staffed entirely by mothers. It is run as an amenity, but its small profits are banked into the P.T.A. Banking Account.

Although the school magazine does not appear to be the correct forum for reporting the activities of the Parent/Teachers' Association, it is felt that this, the first opportunity of recording in the annals of the school the formation of such an association, is sufficiently important to do so in this instance. It is furthermore hoped tbat parents will, from reading tbe magazine, become more acquainted with the activities of the Association. Tbe first General Meeting of the Association was beId in August, 1965, when a most enthusiastic band of parents adopted and ratified the constitution which had been drawn by tbe provisional Committee. Subsequent thereto, a committee was elected and a full year has now passed since the Association was fust formed. During this year the most important achievement bas been the establishment and running of tbe tucks hop which is situate between A and C playing fields. Tbe tucksbop is open every day during lunch breaks, on Saturdays or on other occasions when sporting events are beId. It is run entirely by mothers of the scbool under the very able and enthusiastic guidance of the Ladies' Committee headed bv Mrs. Alice Hamburger. Thus far this has been the main activity of the Association and thanks of both boys and parents are due to tbe ladies for their efforts. During this year meetings of the Association have been beId, the first of whicb was only for parents of boys in Standard 6. This was held in order to give parents of new boys to the Hig'1 School an opportunity to meet the staff and discuss any problems with which they may be faced. It is felt it was enjoyed by all who attended and was generally voted to be a necessity for parents of boys just coming to the school, as it was an ideal opportunity for tbe principal, Mr. Blackbeard, to explain to parents what is expected of both them and their sons. During tbe second term Mr. Rupert Hurley very kindly showed films of the first space walk and lunar probe and imparted some very interesting information to parents dealing with the rapid

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Enthusiasm for the Union - true enthusiasmis, of course, enthusiasm for the School, and it does not grow on reflected glory, but on shared endeavours. It does not depend upon the fluctuation of scholastic or sporting achievements, nor upon the possibility of a move of tbe School. The School goes far deeper than this: tbe School is a spirit of which we are all part, each a valuable unit which is truly necessary for the full attainment and understanding of the Spirit of Wynberg Boys' High School, as it has grown to be in the last one and a quarter centuries of progress and achievement. Without the interest and enthusiasm of every man who passes through the School, the ultimate goal of the Old Boys' Union is very difficult to achieve. This year at the School has seen our Headmaster settling firmly into his position at Wynberg, and daily earning greater admiration for his achievements in all fields associated with school life. Inevitably, and rigbtly so, this annual letter must carry my tbanks to those various people . and orgcl.Oisations who have through their energy made the working of the Union a little easier. My committee, Wllich is formed of busy men, bas eenerally been most co-operative, and I would urge those who form any committee to take on the task in the full knowledge that there is much work to be done, and that witbout full co-operation between the members. the goals of the Union are considerably decreased, and witbout sustained labours, development is impossible. As I write, and reflect upon my last year's letter, T am again reminded of the fantastic passage of time, and the mercurial speed with which one year replaces another, and many tasks one left undone due to "too little time", and uncertainty as to the future. The future is ahead, be it good or bad, and whatever tbe days ahead hold, botb the School and the Union will need all tbeir resources to meet the challenges of tomorrow witb confidence

THE PRESIDENT'S LETTER Dear Reader, Tllis year I take the opportunity of addressing not only established Old Boys of the School in my letter, but also those younger men who will soon be Old Boys of the School in the accepted sense of tbe words. We of the Old Boys' Union have, since the founding of the Union, been greatly dependent on the support of our new and school-leaving members. Not only for their contributions to our funds in the shape of subscriptions, but more particularly for the enthusiasm and energy that they can devote to our various projects. which are de路 signed to be of ultimate value to our Old School. The more that young members of our Union are able and prepared to do, and the more responsibility they are prepared to shoulder in the running of the Union, the better we will be able to fulfil our aims in furthering the interests of the school and its pupils. Often when at school as a pupil, the endeavour of the Old Boys' Union on behalf of the school go relatively unnoticed in the burly-burly of everyday 路school activities, but the Union is active, and the results of this activity, when seen from our side of the fence as it were, are always a source of great pleasure to us Old Boys who have been able to assist in bringing a dream to reality. What the Union is able to do for the School is very dependent upon two main factors: The first is strength of membership, with which, of course, is bound up the question of finance. The second is that equally, if not more important quality called enthusiasm. Strength of membership is naturally dependent on individual enthusiasm, but enthusiasm and tbe resultant drive does not necessarily depend upon strength of numbers, but upon the individual's own personal wish and abiJjty to do work for the Union, and in turn for the Scbool. UI

and success. Progress must not stop because of indecision or doubts, for if planning for the future is halted even temporarily, a void will occur which will take possibly years to fill or recover from. This must be remembered by all Old Boys in regard to the possible move of our School, and the natural tendency to "wait and see" which results from indecision, and bearing this in mind, I would charge the incoming committee with the great responsibility - the continued responsibility - of achieving things for the School in directions other than concrete ones such as providing sporting facilities or buildings which, although greatly needed, are at present in the melting pot. All my words can perhaps be best summed up by saying that the choice of our School motto applies just as strongly to the Old Boys as it does to the School, and that in our activities we will encounter, and must ... "overcome difficulties". With 1966 closing rapidly, I wish the School, its scholars and staff, a successful climax to the preparations of the year, and the best wishes of all Old Boys for the coming festive season. To all Old Boys, my committee and I extend our s.incere greetings for Christmas and the New Year, and invite you to join us in our endeavours in 1967. My personal and grateful tbanks go to our Secretary, our Treasurer, and the Committee wbo have done so much of value in so many varied fields, and to those Old Boys who have supported us, and the large number who have given us reflected glory to shine in. Finally, and most important of all, the thanks of us all go to the School for giving our Union its meaning, its life-blood and its Name.

although the pr.ice of the tickets has risen, so bas the quality of the food and the speaking. At the dinner Mr. Thorpe was given a good send-off to his retirement. It is hoped that he will have a long and happy retirement.

On the Rugby field many Old Boys have distinguished themselves during the past season. Amongst the names which spring to mind are Mike Bowditch, Billy Searle, Andre Maree for Villagers, Rutus Johnson, Hewie Hutton, Ronnie van Rijn and Melvin Erasmus for False Bay. It is with regret of Lionel Wilson sentative Rugby, good innings they

[n other fields of sport, Druce Clark has distinguished himself at badminton playing for West路路 ern p'rovince, and Roger McFarlane has done particularly well at tennis for U.C.T. A father-and-son combination playing First League Darts for Protea Club is Felix and Donald eraye, and although the club has not done particularly well, the two Crayes have distinguished themselves. Amongst last year's matric class the following are known to be at Cape Town University: Richard Horwitz is taking medicine, Goodwin is taking B.Com., Eis Marine Biology, Hoy is taking B.A. teaching, later hoping to become a gym teacher. Clark is studying B.A. and Glaum Electrical Engineering. Last year's Bursary Award winner, Casper Hahndi.ek, is studying B.Sc. (Maths.) at U.C.T.

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that we hear of the retirement and Aubrey Luck from reprebut as they have both had a can now rest on their laurels.

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During the years the O.B.U. held a few outings which were fairly well attended. Amongst the more successful were the golf outing whicb was held at the King David Country Club, and the bowls outing which was held on the same day. The following week the Union played tbe School at golf. The School team, which bad two masters in it, won by one point.

The lone wolf studying at Stellenbosch is Fisher Jeffes who is taking Medicine. Scordilis bas joined the bank, and the following, when completing their Qtizens' Force training, will go to U.C.T.: Katz, Hamburger, Rookledge and Stephens. Gordon Hammond and Densil le Roux are at present in the Navy, and Ainsworth is in the Air Force.

The dinner, which has become the social event of the year, was attended by 144 members, and 112

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