Wynberg Boys' Schools Magazine 1968 by Wynberg Boys' High School

ANNUAL MAGAZINE OF THE

WYNBERG BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL

DECEMBER, 1968

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RYAN PINE

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SENIOR

SCHOOL

STAFF

PRINCIPAL Mr. N. R. Blackbeard,

B.A. VICE-PRINCIPALS

Mr. W. Lennox, Mr. S. Gilmore,

B.SC. B.A.

......................... . Mathematics .................................................................................. . Geography

SPECIAL GRADE ASSISTANTS Mr. J. L. Mathew, B.SC., B.ED . ....................... BioLogy Mr. A. J. A. Morris, B.A. . English, Geography Mr. V. J. Parkins, B.A . .................................... . English, Mathematics ASS1STANTS Mr. J. M. Blom, B.A. . Afrikaans Mr. J. C . .Boltman, M.A. . Latin, History Mr. P. R. Breetzke, B.A. . Mathematics Mr. D. Bromberger, B.A.(HONS.) . English Mr. P . .Broster, B.SC. . Science Mr. J. de Jongh, B.A. . Afrikaans Mrs. G. Fitzpatrick, P.H. . Mathematic,I', Commercial Mr. A. J. Fourie, H.P.T.C Afrikaans Mr. L. Heath, B.A Latin, English Mr. P. KaUaway, B.A.(HONS.) History, English Mr. F. A. J. Kooy, B.A English Mr. I. le Roux, B.A. .. . Social Studies, Afrikaan~' Mr. D. A. E. Melck, B.SC.(HONS.) Science Mr. J. D. Miller, B.COMM. Commercial Mr. A. Noffki, B.A.(PHYS. ED.) Physical Education Mr. D. A. Orchison, N.A.T.D. Ar' Mr. C. P. A. Vermymeren, U.PoL.M. Music Mr. J. Voigt, H.P.T.C. . Woodwork, MetaLwork Mr. J. Roux, H.P.T.C. (ITINERANT) Woodwork SECRETARY: Mrs. J. Cotton, B.A. CARETAKER: Mr. A. C. Brocker. GROUNDSMAN: Mr. N. Marais.

JUNIOR Principal Vice-Principal Sub Al Sub A2 Std. lA Std. I.B Std. 2A Std. 2B . Std. 3A Std. 3B Std. 4A Std. 48 Std. 5A Std. 5B Physical Training Class Singing and Choir Remedial Speech Speech Training and Drama Eurhythmics Piano . Piano Violin Cello Recorder Secretary Caretaker Kitchen Supervisor

SCHOOL

STAFF

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. Mr. A. Lorie Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.SC. . Miss H. Haynes . Miss A. Coop Miss R. Hurwitz . Miss P. Watters Miss A. Cooke . Miss L. Cowley Mrs. I. Oberholzer Mr. F. A. B. Smith . Mr. K. Hutchison . Mr. R. Just . Mr. A. Lorie Mr. M. K. Pretorius Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.sC. Mrs. E. Jennings Mrs. A. Zwarts . Miss R. Glaun Mrs. M. Botha Miss C. Liefman Mr. F. Rautenbach Mr. A. Lorie Mrs. C. Perold Mr. F. A. B. Smith Mrs. J. Buchanan . Mr. M. Donough . M rs. Katie Foster

About this time of year the teacher in cbarge of a matriculation class begins to wonder nervously how his charges are going to fare in the final examination. Do they still have the roneoed notes given to them early the previous year? Did Smith, a laborious left-hander, manage to take down in full the dictated explanation of that difficult poem? Will Jones remember to provide his own French-curve and compass for this examination? And what about the Jewish boys who were absent wben he covered the final chapter of History, calling out the key facts that had to be underlined?

arrive at the university tbey are all at sea. Lecturers are not appointed on tbeir teaching ability but on their academic achievement and research work. They deliver their lectures, not always comprehensibly, and it's up to tbe students to make what they can of them through critical discussion with their fellow students and by discerning reading. Forty per cent of them fail lamentably in the effort. Why is this so? To begin witb, the Junior Certificate examination is not a sufficient test of ability to perform tbe work of the senior secondary course. Too many slip througb the mesb and find tbemselves in inhospitable waters. However, they may not be ignored. In fact, they claim a major share of attention. A teacher's reputation rests upon his ability to shove and drag tbrough their examinations pupils whose talents are not of the academic kind. Hence tbe note-giving and the skeleton answers which may procure a pass for the less-gifted pupil, but do immeasurable harm to tbe boy whose career at the university depends upon a carefully nurtured independence and a trained reliance upon his own critical power to distinguish tbe essential from the non-essential.

He is stalked by a nagging apprehension and a sense of guilt. Did he drive bis class wi.th sufficient ruthlessness? Had he forgotten to provide skeleton answers for any likely examination questions? He anticipates the embarrassment of finding a string of E's and more than tbe usual scattering of F's in his symbols when they are posted on the staffroom noticeboard the following year. Wretched man. He is both victim and perpetrator of an inadequate and injurious system of education. Were he not inured to the system under which he sweats, his anxiety would be for the thirty pupils who have decided to proceed to the University.

Tbe present Senior Certificate examination attempts to cater for both scbool-Ieavers and university entrants, and satisfies the needs of neither. Surely the time bas come for two-stream education in the senior secondary years? The pupil whose future lies in the workaday world would then not be saddled with an education that has never touched him into excited response or afforded him the dignity and satisfaction of worthwhile achievement and which, let it be added, has very little carry-over value for bim. On tbe other hand, the boy who plans an academic future could bave much more required of him in hoth type and method of study.

There is a forty per cent mortality among firstyear university students, and our teacher has spared no effort - in fact has sacrificed himself and his family - in contributing to this failure rate. He sends out pupils who lack initiative, have little sense of personal responsibility, bave never learnt to ferret out information for themselves or to read in support of a syllabus. They are so used to being spoon-fed that they rely completely upon the teacher to reduce their textbooks to easily digestible proportions. And when tbey 1

Tbis is Mr. Orchison's first appointment. He takes over the post of art master, vacated by Mr. Rodger. It is pleasing, indeed, to be able to report a reversal of the teacher-drain. Both Mr. Miller and Mr. MeJck have been recruited from commerce and industry, the former to teach Bookkeeping and the latter Science.

Staff Departures Reported as intending departures in last year's magazine, Messrs. Sieberhagen, Hopkins, Fair and Rogers left us at the end of last year. During the course of this year we lost Mr. C. Dnger to S.A.C.S., and Mr. T. Metrowich to the world of industry. We thank the former for his valuable services to cricket, and the latter for bringing a breath of fresh air into our Science department. Mr. Metrowich's defection to the Metal Box Co. is a serious loss to teaching and highlights the urgent need for a boldly realistic revision of salary scales and advancement posts. We were fortunate in having Mrs. P. Matthews and Mrs. C. le Clercq take over classes at short notice during the early part of the year. Mrs. Matthews took the Englisb classes of Mr. Kooy, who was away on furlougb, and Mrs. le Clercq filled in pending the arrival of our new Mathematics master, Mr. Breetzke. To both these ladies we extend our sincere thanks for their conscientious efforts, and we are grateful, too, to Mrs. Fourie for her assistance during the period of Mr. de longh's illness.

To Messrs. Bromberger, Fourie, Orcruson and Broster go our hearty congratulations: to the first three on their weddings, and to Mr. Broster on his engagement. We wish them ever happiness.

It was witb great regret that we learnt of the death of Mr. J. Wheeler, who taught Mathematics at W.B.H.S. from 1959 to 1965, and who was for a time O.C. Cadets. He suffered more tban the ordinary man's share of personal tragedy, and this contributed to an early failure in health but never blunted a dry humour that endeared him to his colleagues.

Staff Arrivals Mrs. Fitzpatrick arrived at the beginning of tbe year to take over Mr. Hopkins's Mathematics and Commercial classes. She is still with us, now substituting for Mr. Dnger. Messrs. Fourie, Breetzke, Heath and Orchison all joined the staff at the beginning of the year. Mr. Fourie, who teaches Afrikaans, is no stranger, having been with us on a temporary basis for part of .last year. He has distinguished himself early by coacbing an unbeaten D.13A Rugby team. Mr. Breetzke, wbose subject is Matbematics, is not a complete stranger either. He did his practice teaching at Wynberg the year before last. His interest in rugby and tbe cadet band is appreciated. Mr. Heath is from Selborne College. He teaches Eng]ish and Latin, is a housemaster in Littlewood House and bas participated in a variety of Scbool activities including rugby, cricket, bockey and the Dramatic Society.

Tributes A new committee was appointed this year: Messrs. R. Felbert (Chairman), S. Myers (ViceChairman), R. Friedlander (Secretary), S. Jones, T. Cawood, A. Oosthuizen, l. Aschman. We thank these gentlemen for their active interest in the School and for the sacrifice of time and effort involved. We regard ourselves as fortunate in having a committee of such able persons to help guide the destiny of the School at this all-important time. To the outgoing committee we offer our sincere appreciation for their valuable achievements during their term of office. We must once again thank our Parent-Teachers' Association: Messrs. D. Barnard (Chairman), S. Gilmore (Hon. Sec.), N. Blackbeard, F. Botha, W. Mannington, J. Morom, A. Morris, Mrs. S. Blanckenberg, for their interest and support. There is no doubt tbat in many instances a closer and more sympathetic understanding of a boy's

SCHOOL PREFECTS, 1968 Back Row (I. to r.): A. Goosen, J. Katz, B. Morris, M. Rubin, T. Scott. Slonding (I. to r.): R. Pogrund, M. McClurg, N. Oettle, B. Gouid, P. Goodwin, R. JosephsOlI. Sealed (I. to r.): ]. Sims, Mr. S. Gilmore (Vice-Principal), P. Crathorne (Head Prefect), Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), L. Oosthuizen (Deputy Head Prefect). Mr. W. Lennox (VicePrincipal), P. Baerecke. A bsellt: S. Kitley.

needs has resulted from an informal chat between teacher and parent. The Mother's section of the P.T.A. has con路 tinued its good work in tbe Tucksbop - to which an extension has been added - and staff and boys are indebted to them for lunch-hour sustenance. Mr. Marais is indefatigable in his care of the School grounds. It is doubtful whether any school fielding as many rugby and cricket and hockey teams as we do is so limited for space, and it is a great tribute to Mr. Marais that the fields are

as well-grassed as they are. Some relief was achieved by re-marking the Hawthornden field to give two rugby pitches and a hockey pitch. Another timely, though sad, development was the felling of the dangerously over-taU and aged pines at the corner of tbe "C" field, forming tbe western boundary of the Littlewood House gardens. Jn their place ornamental sbade-giving trees have been planted, and here again we are indebted to Mr. Marais.

Developments Plans have been drawn up and submitted for tender for a block of changing rooms to be l'uilt on our new Hawthornden fields - the site of the future new school. It is hoped to have this muchneeded block completed by the end of the year. At the moment there are no changing or toilet facilities at all on these top fields. A new Science laboratory is in the last stages of construction. It lies immediately behind the Art Room and became necessary with the introduction of the new Science syllabus. Plans have been passed for extensions to the Manual Training Block. It is hoped that the building will be complete before the end of the year. It has been accepted by the Provincial Administration that the W.B.H.S. will move to the Labia site. Additional ground has been acquired on 'this estate and we expect the move to take place .inside five years. Our committee has been promised that it will be consulted at every stage of developmt:nt, so we anticipate an eminently satisfactory new school. When the High School moves, the Junior School will occupy our present buildings until, eventually, they will also move to a site close to the High School.

General There was a sharp improvement in examination results. The Senior Certificate results were particularly pleasing, with 18 first-class and 42 second-class passes. We have maintained a very high sporting standard in all departments. We won the inter-school swimming competition for the third year in succession and two of our boys were chosen for the Western Province men's swimming team. Our 1st Cricket XI finished second on the log to Stellenbosch in the Protea League, and one of our boys was awarded the Cape Times Bat for outstanding bowling in the Schools' Cricket Week. The Judo team won the inter-schools' shield for the third time in four years - a personal triumph for Mr. A. Butcher and son, the coaches. Three of our rugby players were selected for the Craven Week Western Province team, which was captained by one of our boys. Our tennis, under the guidance of Mr. Boltman, has made such progress that we were honoured in being allowed to enter two first teams in the schools' competition and, to complete an outstanding year of sporting achievement, our badminton team won the inter-schools' competition. Indicative of the prevailing spirit is the fact that thirty-two of our boys entered the Big Walk, one of them - a Std. VI boy - completing the twenty-two and a half miles in 4 hours 40 minutes.

Vintage Old Boys will be pleased to hear that Dr. Bobbins made a surprise visit to the School during the first term. His request that he might spend a period teaching 9A and lOA was gladly met, and those fortunate classes greatly enjoyed his visit.

Lest it be thought that our achi.evements lie solely in the sphere of sport, mention must be made of the following: M. Herbert, a very gifted English scholar, won the Cape Argus Bursary of R400 to train as a teacher of English. J. S. Pringle was adjudged winner by the South African Ornithological Society of the Sir LIewellyn Andersson Essay Competition. P. Anderton won the regional Road Safety Public Speaking Competition and came second in the finals contested by Peninsula Schools. Our Debating Society also distinguished itself by winning an inter-schools forum discussion instituted by the South African Council for English Education.

More recent Old Boys will regret the tragic early death of David (Ossie) Powell, (1965 Matriculation class). He will be remembered as a brilliant batsman and fly-half. Early in his matriculation year it was noticeable that his energies were being saped, and an exploratory operation revealed that he was suffering from an inoperable tumour. He died in Johannesburg early this year. Mrs. Powell, to whom we extend our deep sympathy, has donated a trophy in his memory. It will be awarded to the most improved batsman of the year.

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MATRIC

CLASS,

1968

Rall' (J. to r.): M. Cox, J. Cawood, R. Gildenhuys, P. Corbitt . .I. Williamson, R. Cummings. Q. Dollman. A. Strickland. D. Calder, B. Wynton, P. Pickup, P. Wilmot, H. Millar, B. Rookledge, K. Kock.

FOl/r/h

Third

Rall' (I. lo r.): B. Davison, J. Benjamin, D. Carver, C. Clegg. F. du Toit, G. Connolly, A. Armstrong, D. O'Neil!. J. Bowie. D. Gill. C. Priestman. L. Hamburger, L. Keilh. P. Moss, J. Townsend. T. Wegner.

Second Row (I. to r.): A. Levin, K. Brown. D. Rolfe. D. Pratt, A. Falconer, 1-1. Lipshitz. R. Pawley. R. Kent. T. Knol, C. Scaife, T. Pawley, S. Marcus,

K. Williams,

A. Beattie,

J. Schewitz.

D. Rubel, P. Cridge,

K. Kolesky.

N. Oettle. R. Pogrund, J. Katz, R. Josephson, 1. Scott, B. Morris, M. Rubin. Mr. S. Gilmore (Vice-Princ.), P. Cralhorne (Head Prefect), Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), L. Oosthuizen (Deputy Head Prefect), Mr. W. Lennox (Vice-Principal), P. Goodwin, Mr. P. Broster, P. Baerecke, A. Goosen, M. McClurg, B. Gouid, J. Sims. Ahsell/: S. Kitlcy.

FroIII

Row

(I. to r.):

1967

GxalJ'lin a fion

P. Dowling, A. Friedlander, P. Furman, S. Gibson, B. King, J. Klein, J. Ormond, S. Pam, D. Reeves, M. Rowe, C. Ryan, B. Sacks, N. Selby, T. van Gysen, H. Waight, A. Werbe· loff, A. Wilmot. Second Class: T. Bakkum, A. Basquez, A. Bes· sesen, J. Boland, I. Brownlie, W. Butland, R. Clark, P. Clay, T. Coetzee, B. Cohen, M. Cohen, G. Cooke, K. Corin, C. Cumming, G. Davis, R. Dawes, M. Diamond, A. Dorman, P. du Toit, R. Elliot, I. Emms, P. Feitelson, R. Foster, M. Fried, E. Gluckman, J. Gold· stein, J. Herbert, G. Hoffman, P. Honeyman, S. Horwitz, D. Hugo, L. Hutton, M. Katz, T. Kings, R. Langley, A. Lategan, L. Law· rence, C. Lehy, C. Martin, S. Mclntyre, G. Millar, S. Milliner, I. Oliver, R. Peacock, R. Pharo, D. Pretorius, T. Probyn, R. Prowse, M. Reyneke, T. Robertson, I. Rosenburg, B. Schneider, A. Shenker, I. Slabber, C. Smedley, B. Stowe, D. Thomson, G. Twiss, R. Unger, B. Valentine, D. Vaughan, R. Venables, D. Verster, A. Walker, W. Ward, R. Weilers, M. Witkin, D. Woldendorp, N. Woodin.

SENIOR CERTIFICATE, 1967 First Class: R. Barrett·Jolley, R. Fitzwilliams, M. Herbert, R. Hurwitz, K. Kesner, S. Leyser, C. Maimin, J. Miller, T. Oettlé, J. Oosthuizen, S. Paterson, M. Pnematicatos, P. Scott, J. Slome, M. Snyman, M. Treadaway, W. van Dam, B. Wynton. Second Class: A. Anderton, P. Barrett, H. Bat· well, K. Bridgens, G. Butler, L. Buwalda, R. Bywater, N. Coates, N. Cohen, I. David, M. Dewar, B. Dyason, E. Eddy, R. Fowler, D. Frahm, H. Gargan, D. Gill, J. Goldblatt, L. Green, J. HammerscWag, R. Hards, M. Hur· witz, H. Kaplan, K. Katz, G. King, G. Knox, T. Kyriacos, J. Lawrence, I. Mackay, A. Marshall, L. Maytham, S. Neilson, E. O'Neill, L. Osrin, A. Pascall, B. Pearce, G. Pearce, N. Potts, J. Pringle, G. Rawlinson, P. Selby, F. Sesselberg, K. Trollip, G. Twiss, R. v. d. Linden, R. Voigt, D. WiUiams, T. Piekthall. JUNIOR CERTIFICATE, 1967 First Class: P. Anderton, A. Barnard, B. Blaine, D. Blanckenberg, P. Buchholtz, R. Delbridge,

wbo had had their education at W.B.H.S. and had made their contribution to South Africa. The Brigadier then reminded the senior boys that they, too, would sOOn be called upon to perform a service to their country, and asked them to accept their military training in that spirit, for it was essential that South Africa should have a strong and efficient military force.

Distinguished guests present were Brigadier Van den Hovin, O.C., Western Province Command, Mrs. van den Hoven, Mr. M. Wiggett, Inspector of Schools, Mr. R. Gibbs, Mr. A. Lorie and Mc. R. Felbert. The Headmaster's Report included an expla· natory reference to the new Mathematics syUabus that had been introduced that year, and an appeal to pupils to complement their academic education by supporting the School's clubs and societies. Mrs. van den Hoven then presented the prizes. Brigadier van den Hoven addressed the School on the difficulty of choosing the right career. But whatever career was chosen, he said, always aim at the top, and remember that study does not end at school, for we live in an age of speciali· sation and must constantly keep abreast of de· velopments. We at Wynberg were fortunate. We had got off to a good start and should try to follow in the footsteps of tbe many famous men

PRIZE LIST, 1967 Std. 6A Class Prize, Mathematics Prize: T. HeweU.

Std. 6B Class Prize, General Science, Social Stud· ies: G. GiIlmer. Std. 6C Class Prize: T. Dodd. Std. 6D Class Prize, Commercial Prize: D. de Villiers. Std. 6A English Prize, Merit Prize: M. Cooke. Std. 6A Afrikaans Prize: J. Wessels. Std. 6A Latin Prize, Merit Prize: G. Gilbert. 6

Std. 6A Merit Prizes: S. MacFarlane Bradfield. Std. 6B Merit Prize: P. Rubin.

and N.

David Leyitt Memorial Prize (for the Std. VIII pupil who has done the most for the School and his fellow pupils): P. Anderton. Honours Award: M. Herbert. Abelsohn Cup for the Matriculation pupil who has done the most for the School: L. Osrin. Life Membership of the Old Boys' Union: G. Pfeil. Friedlander Shield: Van Riebeeck House.

Std. 7A Class Prize, General Science, Social Studies, Latin: N. Wright. Std. 7C Class Prize, Afrikaans: R. Blackbeard. Std. 7A English Prize, Merit Prize: 1. Thomson. Std. 7A English Prize: G. RonaIdson. Std. 7C Commercial Prize, Merit Prize: C. Tylcoat. Std. 7A Mathematics Prize, Merit Prize: I. Schmaman. Std. 7A Merit Prize: L. Mi.llner. Std. 7C Merit Prizes: T. Green and C. Burke.

PRIZE LIST, 1968 Std.

J. Oosthuizen (6B):

Standard Prize, Social Studies Prize, 68 Class Prize. G. T. Fitzpatrick (6A): English Prize, 6A Class Prize. J. H. de Jager (6A): Afrikaans Prize. K. T. Hopkins (6A): General. Science Prize, Merit Prize. D. S. Garisch (6A): Mathematics Prize, Merit Prize. L. Schneider (6A): Latin Prize, Merit Prize. R. le Roux (6B): Commercial Prize, Merit Prize. P. Byrne (6C): 6C Class Prize.

Std. 8A Class Prize, Davidowitz Prize for English, Latin Prize, General Science Prize, Mathematics Prize: P. Anderton. Std. 8C Class Prize, Commercial Prize: D. Blanckenberg. Std. 8B Social Studies Prize: J. Ormond. Std. 9A Class Prize, Latin Prize: M. Rubin. Std. 9C Class Prize, Geography Prize, Commercial Prize: T. Wegner. Std. 9A English Prize, Science Prize, Merit Prize: A. Benjamin. Std. 9A Biology Prize. Merit Prize: D. Rubel. Std. 9A Mathematics Prize: I. Schewitz. Std. 9A Merit Prize: R. Josephson. Std. 9A History Prize: P. Goodwin.

Merit Prizes: 1. Stephenson (6A). S. Granger (6A), P. Sutherland (6A), A. Brookes-Neill (6A), S. White (6A), B. Whitley (6B), S. Dyason (6B). Std.

Std.

VII

lOA Class Prize, Biology Prize, Science Prize, Maskew Miller History Prize: A. Hurwitz. Std. IOC Class Prize: P. Scott. Std. lOA Friedlander Memorial Prize for English, Merit Prize: M. Herbert. Std. lOA D. R. Marais Prize for Afrikaans: C. 路Maimin. Std. lOA Mathematics Prize: M. Pnematicatos. Std. lOA Arguile Latin Prize, Merit Prize: J. Miller. Std. IOC Commercial Prize: J. Slome.

M. Cooke (7A): Standard Prize, Mathematics Prize. Latin Prize, 7A Class Prize. G. Gillmer (7C): English Prize, Social Studies Prize. 7C Class Prize. J. Wessels (7A): Afrikaans prize. M. Henderson (7C): General Science Prize, Merit Prize. R. Waring (7C): Commercial Prize.

Templeton Music Prize: A. Hurwitz and M. Herbert. Epworth Music Society Cup (Services to Music): lOA: A. Hurwitz, J. Miller, R. Bywater and M. Herbert; 9A: C. Snaith ; 9B: A. Goosen; 8A: P. Clay. Bevan Prize for English Reading: 1st: R. Fitzwilliams; 2nd: M. Herbert. Caxton Prize for Outstanding Effort: T. Pickthall.

R. Blackbeard (8C): Standard Prize, 8C Class Prize. N. King (8A): Davidowitz Prize for English. C. Burke (8C): Afrikaans Prize, Merit Prize. T. Schmaman (8A): General Science Prize, Mathematics Prize, Latin Prize, 8A Class Prize. R. Blumgart (8B): Social Studies Prize. 1. Thomson (8A): Commercial Prize, Merit Prize.

Merit Prizes: T. Hewett (7A), N. Bradfield (7A). G. Gilbert (7A), S. MacFarlane (7A). Std.

VfTT

Merit Prizes: N. Wright (8A), D. Sims (8A). C. Tylcoat (8C), T. Green (8C). 7

Std. IX

Templeton Prize for Music: A. Goosen (J OB), P. Clay (9A), C. Snaith (lOA). Epworth Music Society Cup (Services to Music): A. Goosen (lOB), R. Snaith (lOA), P. Clay (9A), R. Pogrund (6A), D. Read (9A), 1. Schewitz (lOA). Bevan Prize for English Reading: (1) P. Anderton (9A), (2) M. Rubin (lOA). Caxton Prize for outstanding effort: B. Gould (lOB). David Levitt Memorial Prize (Std. VIII pupil who has done most for the School and his fellow pupils): G. Ronaldson (8A). Honours Award: P. Baerecke (lOB). Abelsohn Cup for the Matriculation pupil who has done most for the School: P. Crathorne (lOB). Life Membership of Old Boys' Union: P. Crathorne (lOB). Friedlander Shield : Van Riebeeck House.

P. Anderton (9A): Standard Prize, English Prize, History Prize, Latin Prize, Mathematics Prize, 9A Class Prize. C. Barton-Bridges (9A): Biology Prize, Science Prize, Geography Prize, Merit Prize. D. Blanckenberg (9C): Commercial Prize, Afrikaans Prize, 9C Class Prize. Std. X D. Rubel (WA): Standard Prize, Biology Prize, Maskew Miller History Prize, lOA Class Prize. N. OettlĂŠ (IOC): D. F. Marais Memorial Prize for Afrikaans. J. Benjamin (lOA): Friedlander Memorial Prize for English, Science Prize, Merit Prize. T. Wegner (IOC): Mathematics Prize, Commercial Prize, Geography Prize, lOC Class Prize. M. Rubin (lOA): Arguile Prize for Latin, Merit Prize.

:!Janee,

1968

On the night of the dance, 21st September, everybody arrived looking radiant, and it was pleasing to notice that most of the matrics were there. The band played until 9.30 p.m., when we all went over to the hostel for supper. Supper was a lavish affair by candle-light, with cold meat and salads, with a glass or two of grape-juice. For dessert we had trifle. Bryan Rookledge, chairman of the dance committee, made a short speech in which he welcomed everyone. He then presented Mrs. Blackbeard with an orchid, and Sister de Klerk with a box of chocolates. There were toasts given to the headmaster and his wife, Sister, and Stephen Kitley, by the head prefect.

Our theme this year was "Underwater," and at first it seemed as if it would be reasonably easy to gain the wanted effect. This, however, was not to be. No sooner had we started putting up decorations than we ran into trouble. What at first, in theory, would have taken one night, was turned into a mammoth four-night task. Thanks, however, to Bryan Davison and Ben Gouid, and their team of artists, our task was made somewhat easier. We had three layers of newsprint up to a height of eight feet round the hall, and onto these our friezes were painted. (I don't think there was any doubt as to the quality and suitability of the scenes.) There were pictures of Neptune, mermaids, submarines, fish, and just about everything else to do with life under the sea.

The remainder of the evening went off very successfully, and I am sure that everyone present will remember this dance for all time. It was thanks to the dance committee, including Keith Kolesky, John Cawood and Kenneth Long, Mr. and Mrs. Blackbeard, Sister, and the mothers that helped in the kitchen; and last, but by no means least, everyone who gave up their time in helping, that the dance was the success it was.

For our ceiling we used over 200 sheets of crinkle paper, joined together, to form the water, while our lighting effect was gained by placing a revolving disc in front of the spotlight, thus bathing the hall in a mass of alternating colours. At the entrance we had a long tunnel made entirely out of tin foil.

PETER CRATHORNE.

GREY

temples I saw a band of gleaming metal, and something leaped in the distance to come crashing to the earth with muffled sound.

I was in tbe mist. Confused shades of light played among obtuse bars of sunlight filtering tbrougb the gloom as the vapours twisted and tumbled in a Satanic glee. Over and over I turned with them, swirbng, falbng ... falling to such a place as I knew not, altbough of one thing I was sure and tbat the cold reality of the awful Presence towards wbich I was swimming.

All the time the church-bells rang in the old monastery on the cliff while the careless hours danced to the tune speeding the day towards oblivion and the year towards old ink. Shadows of some strange past stood stone statues in the grime. Shivering with the cold, I stumbled through the fog, cursing at tbe clumsy flint beneath my numb and shoeless feet. Great waves of pain rose and fell like some monstrous tide in my head. Great depths of pain everdeepening, filling my tired mind with bleak despair as some murky pool spills over with collected rainwater and swamps all but the imperial figure of portly Victoria in the village square and the tired rows of crosses beneath the oak and ash trees. Those who fell in war and are forgotten. There was a dawn light about the faded curtains as the shoelace-selling woman pulled her thread slippers over her swollen feet and, throwing the moulded covers off her bed, stumbled to the mirror. Pressing her cracked lips pale against tbe steamed-up glass, she wept as she had done for fifty-three years. Sbe knelt beside a broken figurine of the BlessĂŠd Virgin and mournfully intoning the Paternoster she caressed the cold soap-stone, as a mother ber dead child, her wet hands fumbling in her anguish. A sudden light struck the place out of mind and in the bleak heather distance another tree crashed to the ground. And the morning shuddered as tbe clouds wrapped the sun in shrouds of tarnished silver. I was joined by the Strange One and he took me by the hand, gently touching my numbed fingers and leading me through the haze to a further place. A field of death. Here, I learned, a great folly of mankind had been. Mounds of mouldering corpses stood as seven shadow temples to Hades. And how the Lamb had been sickened. And how tears bad flown in countless unsmiling eyes and gloom bad entered in tbe place of those missing lights.

Rivers of sound played on my thoughts as I lay back weakly against the shadow of my back. Chilled to my bones, I folded my arms about my nodding head and, smiling weakly, I allowed the queer light to spill over my shoulders and thighs and genuflected to the Image of my delight. The wind stirred a little in the great hall and swung the silver velvet curtains against the crystal panes. It teased the veils of the virgin bride as her young blood chased to her cheeks with some pleasure, thought I, till on closer look I saw she wore jewels of misery about her high neck, and spilling down on each side of her small shoulders her silken curls cast lights of infinite despair about her. Her grey-sea eyes brimmed with cruel tears as long-lashed eyelids strove to hide the heartache shining through. A loveless union whilst a loved one is remote. St. Agnes, guard her. I ran from the hall and wept for the child's sake. A Guinevere to weep in Arthur's court while Sir Lancelot polishes his armour and lead. Through dim eyes she'll see the shine of his spurs like stars in a great night. Soon I was chasing ashy butterflies in and out -of the trees and across fields of lavender, to pause behind the great cathedral and whittle myself a staff of birch with which to knock the granite boundaries as I ran widdershins through the moonlit grass and under the eyes of the greyeyed Lady, Mary. He was a very old man. Of the seven churches in the divine candlestick of John he knew and had seen all but Ephesus and I saw the wisdom great in his fathomless eyes. About his silver 9

bestaan. Die hoogste gebou in die Midde-Ooste, die Sbolem Mayer-toring, vind ons in hierdie stad. Die ou deel van die stad is Jaffa waar nog baie ou huise en nou, kronkelende straatjies en stegies is. Die ou hawe van Israel is by Jaffa. Israel se internasionale lughawe, Lod, is net buite die stad. In die ou dele van die stad is daar nog baie tekens van die 1948-00rlog. Die nuwe hawe is by Haifa. Die uitsig vanaf die berg Karmel, wat uittoring bo die stad, is ski Ideragtig. Die moderne Tecbnion-universiteit is een van hierdie stad se besienswaardighede. Jerusalem is 'n baie interessante stad. Dit is die heilige stad van die Jode, die Christene en die Mohammedane. Die Via Doborosa, die Westelike Muur, die Kerk van die Heilige Graf en die Dom van die Klip is wêreldberoemd. Die winkeliers verkoop 'n interessante verskeidenbeid van artikels in Jerusalem. In die nuwe deel van die stad is die Knesset of parlement, die Universiteit, die Hadassah-bospitaal, die Museum, en die bekende monument waarin die Dooie See-rolle bewaar word. Op die berg Sion is 'n monument vir die sesmiljoen Jode wat gedurende die Tweede Wêreldoorlog in konsentrasiekampe gesterf het. Die graf van Koning Dawid is ook daar geleë. Net buite die stad is die bekende Olyfberg, die berg Skopus en die Tuin van Getsemane. As 'n mens van Jerusalem na die Dooie See gaan, daal jy vanaf 'n hoogte van 2,400 voet bo seespieël tot 1,300 voet onder seespieël. Eilat is volgens my mening die mooiste dorp in Israel. Daar word groot oliepype aangetref. Koning Salomo se myne word net buite die dorp aangetref. Aan die ander kant van die golf is 'n Jordaniese dorp, Aquaba. Tiberias en Nazareth in die noorde is albei skilderagtige dorpies. Tiberias kyk uit op die See van Galilea en die Golan-hoogtes. Daar is 'n bekende Christelike kerk in Nazareth - die dorp waar Christus grootgeword het. Die Kibbutzim word in baie mooi dele van die land aangetref. 'n Paar van hulle is selfonderhoudend, maar ander is afhanklik van toerisme. 'n Paar plase beskik oor hul eie nywerhede. Die meeste bet hul eie ammunisie-opslagplekke, want baie van die inwoners moet teen die terroriste veg vir hul lewens.

One lone gull flew out of the mist and, crying, she crossed my empty skies to Eternity, whence she was swallowed up by the countless upturned faces beseeching the peace of Oblivion or the light of Paradise. Sorrowing, He stroked his ashen beard and I gazed, wondering, into His eyes as He bent them to the depths. "There lies a rock," said He, "in an undiscovered ocean, that all the birds of the waves shun. No sun shines over that sky. No grass warms the coldstone. It lies untouchable in tbe sea of Life, a rock of Sorrow." Where tbe gull bad gone a cush-winged albatross appeared, a bird of ancient lore. Mindful of wbat I had beard beside tbe stream from wbere druids of old mumbled witbin a fairy ring of the fates befallen tbose wbo disturbed an albatross, I let the bird well alone, yet followed at a distance to a migbty palace of ice in tbe far south. I could breatbe a musk-perfume. From the east a silver censer swung on a brilliant cbain across tbe moon, streaming heavy smoke behind as a comet dives through tbe heavens. The room was fiUed, and beneath the lofty jeweUed roof I knelt in the piled ashes and buried my head into the sackcloth in mute worship. D. C. GILL, lOA.

ISRAEL Ek het die voorreg gebad om onlangs 'n besoek aan Israel te bring. Israel is 'n baie mooi land, maar dis 'n baie klein landjie en is ongeveer so groot soos Wallis. Daar is 'n woestyn, die Negeb, in die suide en 'n baie vrugbare vallei, die Huleb, .in die noorde. Die sentrale deel van die land is ook baie vrugbaar. Die aangrensende lande is almal vyande van Israel. Hulle is die Libanon, Sirië, Egipte en Jordanië. Vanaf 1948 toe die staat Israel gebore is tot vandag toe, was daar gedurig grensvoorvalle tussen hierdie lande en Israel. In 1948, 1956 en 1967 was daar oorloë teen die Arabiere. In elk hiervan het Israel sy vyande suksesvol teruggedryf. Daar is 'n paar groot stede en baie gemeenskapsplase wat Kibbutzim genoem word. 'n Paar van die bekende stede is Jerusalem, Tel AvivJaffa, Haifa, Eilat, Tiberias en Nazaretb. Tel Aviv is 'n groot en moderne stad. Twintig jaar gelede het dit uit slegs twee klein dorpies

Israel - land van kontraste - is voorwaar 'n interessante land en die moeite werd om te besoek. A. FRIEDLANDER,

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WE WELCOME YOU BACK AGAIN To my fellow youth, Who, I am told, Are the promise of tbe future.

I bave great pleasure in announcing tbat the prefects for trus year areSo, he's a prefect! Yes I shook his hand but he makes me sick . . . So what must I do - get plonked?

IV I have chosen to speak onTHIS IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT TERM! Close the window and take out your books I'm doingYes, well, that's not my fault, is it? You want five? What now? It's booked. O.K. OUS, HOU KOP NOU! I want sometlling of matrie standardDo tbe rest yourselvesYes, to-morrow's Matbs III'd like to wish our matrics the best of luck in their forthcoming ... CLAP-! CLAP! Sure schooldays are the best of OuIEVERYBODY OUTSIDE! Wbat do you mean we're empty? I'm an iodependently and critically thinking young man andAb, he's a -ARE YOU PEOPLE -!! Communist! Ha! Ha! Ha! ...

Warm days, russet slopes, Empty words, uncomfortable silences. Air bum, tar steam, leaf rustle. Guitar, moan, feedback wbistleWhat are you going to be? A lawyer, a doctor, Well I picked up trus broad, see, I'd heard she was quite a girl, But it didn't work outNo, I made some excuse and left her standing outside the bioscope EVER YBODY OUTSIDE! No, I believe in education and extension of the franchise ... All right, wh at's francruse? That's equal to that, because that bisects that So be was rolling around and then this guy came up to us and said Hey, you must listen to Springbok on Friday night; there's this thing about. Give me back my case!

Quo vaditis you blind fools? Quo vaditis you aimless wanderers, People of hearty notrungs, Cruldish angers, Jovial emptinesses? Groping your unlit ways Down tbe 'burnt-out ends' of determined years, Perchance you will never meet Life's end Merely slide off and lose the way , On a sLippery corner, Witb tbe world smiling Inanely. I will sit On a lengthy afternoon, Staring, As the lazy shadows slide, At a dark spot on a bright wall. For I am not so much afraid of death As afraid to die knowing tbat all is witbout order, Aim. If so, "Good night, ladies, good nigbt, sweet ladies, good night, good night."

Quo vadis? Christ asked Peter. Eliot speaks of the shadow and schoolboys chatter loudly to a wiser silence. Do I hear? They have a matric dance and it's fantastic and All tbe boys who are disappointed with tbeir partners gather in corners to tell clubhouse jokes and the staff smile fixedly. for four hours! ... Yes! and afterwards What'shis-name's having an after-partyGot a fantastic old man; last time he gave everybody ... EVERYBODY OUTSIDE: IT'S STOPPED RAINING ... COME ON OUS! III

A smile freezes, Dew drops, A chain dangles from a frozen band Dull voices utter meaningless platitudes and the wheel turns round. Lines form, mix, break, Race you to the tucksbop! :?t's so good to be young," they say, and, Scbooldays are the best of your life," they say ...

J. BENJAMIN, 11

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DIT SPOOK GLO IN DAARDIE OU BOUVAL Ek glo nie aan spoke nie, maar die volgende onverklaarbare voorval het verlede jaar plaasgevind. Een nag op pad Koffiefontein toe, is ek deur 'n donderstorm oorval. My motor het in die modder vasgeval en ek was verplig om skuiling te soek. 'n Paar honderd tree van die pad af was daar 'n ou opstal waar niemand gewoon het nie. Dit was rondverte.1 dat dit glo daar gespook het, maar omdat ek nie bygelowig is nie, en omdat dit reeds laat was, het ek besluit om die nag daar deur te bring. Alles het verwaarloos gelyk en daar was geen ruite in die vensters nie. Eers maande later het ek ontdek dat daar in die ou dae 'n grusame moord gepleeg is. Ek bet 'n skoon kamer uitgesoek en was gou-gou aan die slaap, uitgeput van die dag se vermoeienis. Skuins oor twaalf bet ek skielik wakker geskrik. My hart het in my keel geklop toe ek die gekraak van vloerplanke en die geskuifel van voetstappe gehoor het. Ek was te bang om ondersoek in te stel en dje kamerdeur bet vanself oopgegaan. Ek het bewus geword van die teenwoordigheid van iets bonatuurliks en van skone angs bet ek die kombers oor my kop getrek. My hare het penregop in die grieselige stiHe gerys en angssweet het van my afgerol. Dit het gevoel of my hart sou gaan staan toe 'n vlêrmuis kort-kort rakelings by my verbygevlieg en 'n uil op die dak gesteun het. Ek het voel·voel in die donker vorentoe beweeg en 'n wit, spookagtige gedaante gewaar. Ek wou skree, maar kon geen woord uitkry nie. Gelukkig het ek by my positiewe gebly en eindelik die moed bymekaar geskraap om die gees aan te spreek. 'n Holklinkende stem het my vertel dat hy geen rus kon vind voordat hy die feite van sy dood bekend gemaak het nie. Dit was sy broer en nie sy vrou wat hom vermoor het nie. Toe bet hy weggeraak. Ek het dadelik hoed vasgedruk en spore gemaak, Die bouval het waarlik gespook. Ek sal nooit daardie vreesaanjaende ondervinding vergeet nie. M.

RUBIN,

Afrika produseer. Dit .is goed en wel om op nywerheidsgebied te vorder, maar die groot aantal mense wat in al die fabrieke werk, moet gevoed word. As ons na die oosterse lande kyk, veral na Indië, sien ons watter slegte gevolge swak beplanning kan hê. Dit het lank geneem om die huidige bevolkingsyfer van 3,000 miljoen mense te bereik. Voor die einde van die twintigste eeu sal daar volgens berekening tweemaal soveel mense wees. Van hierdie 6,000 miljoen mense sal vier-vyfdes nieblankes wees. In Suid-Afrika sal daar net viermiljoen blankes wees teenoor die sestienmiljoen nie-blankes, insluitende die Bantoes. Waar sal die kos vandaan kom? As ons weer na Indië kyk, salons sien dat honderd-duisende mense aan ondervoeding sterf. Hierdie getal sal verdubbel word. Hierdie toestand van sake beboort nie, en moet nie, in Suid-Afrika plaasvind nie. Dit beteken dat ons ons voedselproduksie ten minste moet verdubbel gedurende die volgende dertig jaar. Om dit te doen, moet ons die bodem herstel en dit ten volle benut, sonder dat die grond sy vrugbaarheid verloor. As ons weer na die bevolking in Suid-Afrika kyk, vind ons uit dat van die 36 miljoen mense wat hier sal wees teen die einde van die eeu, 26 miljoen Bantoes sal wees, 5 miljoen blankes en 4 miljoen nie-blankes. Aangesien die bevolking verdubbel gaan word, is dit verstaanbaar dat daar meer kos moet wees Waar daar hoër produksie is, is daar meer bodem nodig. Hier in Suid-Afrika is net 15% van al ons land op die oomblik bewerkbaar. Om meer bewerkbare bodem te verkry, het ons water nodig. Ons kryongeveer twintig duim reën per jaar, waarvan 90% deur verdamping verlore gaan. Om ons bodem te bewaar, moet ons dus eers ons waterprobleem oplos. Gedurende 'n jaar lewer die Oranjerivier 2t miljoen kubieke voet water, die Zambezie 38 miljoen, terwyl die Amasone in Suid-Amerika 2,370 miljoene kubieke voet water lewer. As ons al die riviere in Suid-Afrika bymekaar tel, is die opbrengs maar net 20 miljoen kubieke voet water - 18 miljoen minder as die Zambezie alleen. Van hierdie totaal kan net 'n derde opgedam word. Gelukkig is daar nou reeds projekte aan die gang om toestande te verbeter, soos b.v. die Oranjerivier-skema. Volgens 'n sensusopname deur die Verenigde Volke se Voedsel- en Landbou-organisasie, sal

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EN WATERBEWARING IN SUID-AFRIKA Dit word vinnig een van Suid-Afrika se grootste probleme. Om'n beter en meer duursame ekonomiese stelsel op te bou, moet ons meer in Suid-

Chorus: Lord, yo' turned yo' face from me. First Singer: An' ah was singin' on th' steamer - singin' swingin' Serendippy, Chorus: Lord, yo' done turned yo' face from me. First Singer: An' th' cotton had bin plenty, An' ah was full 0' Vintage Twenty; Chorus: 0' Lord, until Eternity, Yo' turn you face from me!

daar 'n vermeerdering van 30% in die aanvraag na voedsel wees in 1977, en teen 1985 sal hierdie aanvraag tot 120% styg. Dit behoort nou duidelik te wees dat iets drasties gedoen moet word. Op die oomblik pluk ons die wrange vrugte van jare van swak boerderymetodes soos bandelose oorbeweiding, wat een van die grootste oorsake van erosie is. In 1923 is daar bereken dat daar 187 miljoen ton slyk deur ons riviere meegesleur is. Vandag verloor ons tussen 300 en 400 miljoen ton bogrond per jaar. Dit beteken dat ons meer as 300 miljoen rand per jaar verloor. Ons moet nou besef hoe uiters belangrik hierdie saak is. Ons moet ons bodem red sodat die nageslag van Suid-Afrika kommervry daarop kan voortbou. Bodem is lewe. P.

CRATHORNE,

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First Singer: She was standin' in th' shadow when mah eye saw summat faLI, Chorus: Lord, yo' turned yo' face from me. First Singer: It were th' cotton-moon a-shinin' on her long black hair, Chorus: Lord, yo' done turned yo' face from me. First Singer: Well, ah left muh wife an' baby, Fo' to run-off with that lady. Chorus: 0' Lord, until Eternity, Yo, turn you' face from me!

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STYGIAN DIXIELAND CARNIVAL For the first time ever, the GENTLEMEN'SMUSIC AGENCY(BOSTON),acting on behalf of the public benefit, have managed to secure the exclusive rights to the publishing of the famous DIXIELAND ON THE STYX; CARNIVALMUSIC. Once a year, the minstrels from all over Hades meet aboard a houseboat float and hold the STYGlANDIXIELAND CARNIVAL. For kind permission to reproduce these unique songs we are indebted to Messrs. Pluto & Proserpine (Sole Agents: Hades (pty.)

ยง4. First Singer: We stood fo' Memphis City where ah sang th' Memphis Blues, Chorus: Lord, yo' turn yo' eyes from me. First Singer: There mah lady upped an' left me standio' lonesome in mah shoes, Chorus: Lord, yo' dooe turned yo' face from me. First Singer: And ah died from too much drinkin', While th' sun were slowly siokio', Chorus: OH LORD- UNTlL ETETNITY, Yo' TURN Yo' FACEFROM ME!

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ITEM I: THE MISSISSIPPI STEAMER BLUES. Chorus: Lord, you turned yo' face from me, Lord, yo' done turned yo' face from me, 0' Lord - until Eternity, Yo' turn yo' face from me! ยง1.

~ Well, mah Marm she lived down by th' docks - down in a house 0' sin, An' she leave me livin' with a friend an' a man she never seen; An' after many harvests when ah' were roundin' twenty-five, A man come round t' tell me Marm be fixin' for t' die.

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ยง Well, ah was born ao' raised on Louisiana farm, 'Till th 'droughts come down an' Pappa upped an' left Marm; An' we moved to New Orleans when ah were breakin' close on four, An' already ah bin fixin' for to be a man 0' law.

First Singer: Well ah lived th' life 0' an honest man, Chorus: Lord, yo' turned yo' face from me. First Singer: And ah done mah share on th' cotton lands, Chorus: Lord, yo' done turned yo' face from me. First Singer: But on that Mississippi River, Ah done sold mah soul for ever; Chorus: 0' Lord, until Eternity, Yo' turn you' face from me! First Singer: Well it were Dixie time th' wide Mississippi,

THE NEW ORLEANS MOTHER BLUES.

year on

An ash-hued seagull sweeps through woolly skies While silver shafts of sun illurne his path. Ah yes! In rainbows brighter colours play, Yet only grey brings joy to light my eyes.

Well, ah never seen mah Mama since ah were a mite 0' four, An' ah stood only a week before ah started off t' war; Them be cruel folk she left me with - a ba' without a bome, An' ab couldn't forgive mah Mamma so ah let ber die alone.

D. C. GILL, IDA. DIE RING Spelers: MARINA MIETSIE MOEDER ...... FERDINAND BOETMAN... VADER LOUIS .. Decor .. Grimering Spelleiding .

Next harvest ah be fightin' off th' sunny coasts 0' Spain, When a bullet gone an' struck me down witb bleedin' in mah brain; An' a-dyin' on th' deck ah be tor Gabr.iel awaitin', When there weren't no angel fetch me, there be the black wings 0' Satan!

Bridget Dreyer ...............Janet Shorn Mariana Fourie .............. Robin Burns ... Ian Scott . Phillip Wilmot ........Robert Good Ben Gould & Kie Norman Coates Mnre. De Jongh, Blom, Fourie

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When ah reached th' land 0' shadow ah didn't find mah Mother, Fa' all ber life 0' sin she be with th' Virgin Mother; Her sin died with her body - an' while this river roll, Ah'm a-sighin' an' a-cryin', for mah sin be with mah soul.

Tweetaligheid is in Suid-Afrika van die allergrootste belang. Met hierdie doel voor oë het die Wynbergse Hoër Seunskool en die Wynbergse Hoër Meisieskool besluit om Helene Pienaar-de Klerk se toneelstuk, Die Ring, op te voer. Die toneelspelers is sorgvuldig gekeur en daarna moes hulle die moeilike taak aanpak om hul onderskeie rolle te leer. Dit bet groot opofferings geverg, want daar moes ook vir die eksamen geleer word. Na 'n paar weke van oefening het die groot aand aangebreek om op die verhoog te verskyn. Die spelers was uit die aard van die saak senuweeagtig, maar die onderwysers het hulle moed ingepraat. Dit was 'n ongewone ondervinding om in die kostuums voor 'n gehoor te verskyn en dan nog die woorde ook te onthou. Die eerste aand was egter 'n groot sukses. Die gehoor het die spelers goed ondersteun en hul het uitgesien na die twee opvoerings van die volgende twee aande. Die onderwysers het ons goed bygestaan en dit was tot 'n groot mate aan hulle te danke dat alles goed afgeloop het. Mnr. Blom se grappies, mnr. de Jongh se geduld en mnr. Fourie se kritiese ontleding het alles bygedra tot ons sukses. Ons wil van hierdie geleentheid gebruik maak om die onderwysers en die drie spelers van ons susterskool, hartlik te bedank vir hul samewerking. Ons hoop dat ons skool voortaan elke jaar 'n Afrikaanse toneelstuk salopvoer.

All rights reserved, GENTLEMEN'SMUSICAGENCY(BOSTON). There will be a second instalment of these most unique lyrics next month. You may order your copies in advance from the Agency and you are advised to do so as soon as possible to ensure speedy delivery. Permission to reproduce the above items may be obtained, on applicatIon, from the Gentleman's Music Agency (Boston), sole agents for Messrs. Pluto & Proserpine, Hades (Pty.) Ltd. GREY With age the fairest head must turn to grey, The brightest sky must sometime dull with ram, The gayest face must pall with inner pain, And noon-light fade to twilight with the day. With days and hours, years must slip away, Leaving their memories of some happy time; Which even the wisest sage will sip, a wine To giddy him with thoughts of yesterday. Still greater heights of Beauty pallor hath, The loveliest eyes are said to be soft-grey;

Deur P. WILMOTen I. SCOTT,St. XB.

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bave been impessible fer me to. attempt to. sing er play, so. I staggered inside, had a cup ef streng black ceffee, and WALKED heme.

I den't do. very much hitch-bikjng, enly wben fer seme reasen or ether tbe train er bus service is inadequate. I was ence asked to. sing and play at a readheuse in Scarberougb, and discevered that I had no. transpert to. get there. To. make matters werse, I was carrying my guitar wbicb, altheugh sma1J, is quite a disadvantage if yeu are trying to. bitch a lift.

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HIT HIM - HE'S FRAGRANT (My Private War on Cosmetics) What with all these mulcbes, emulsiens and meenstruck madnesses en the market teday, it's little wender that the w贸rld has undergene such a metamerphesis in tbe last half-century. At ene time it was censidered daring and furtatious to put a teuch ef Apple Blessem (which js edeurless) berund one's ears, but nowadays, women cover themselves in all sorts of voodoo preparatiens, fermented and distilled in tbe dustbins and slums of Paris. "Ladies" are vaguely reminiscent of angered skunks. Accerding to the manufacturer, Tabee (the "forbidden" perfume) should be worn enly when yeu are alone. I tbink the real reasen fer this is that it makes a large contributien to city smegs and attracts every stray cat fer miles around. "My Sin" is advertised without words. A picture sbews a train cempartment with a weman reading a nevel and all the etber eccupants of the cempartment staring at ber. With a skirt like that I den't blame them. "Secret Spell sheuld enly be wern by the daring!" So. say tbe manufacturers. I say it sheuld and ceuld enly be worn by tbe very brash. Lipsticks are definitely out! Tbe traditienal salutatien must be preceded by a nibble through balf an inch of Rosy Apple, Wild Cherry, Fiery Apricot and Tainted Tangerine. I, persenally, weuld prefer to. raid an orchard. And reuge heigbtens cheek-celour. There should be a limit to everytbing. But apparently cesmeticians den't thjnk se. They pump eut gallen upen gallen ef face-shiner, face-liner, face-shaper, Acre-Garn and Modest Blush. Each ef these unguents is very sticky in its ewn right; when they are cempeunded, dancing cheek to. cheek is like an invelvement with a gluepet.

I left beme in a happy frame ef mind, cenfident that semeene was beund to. give me a lift, but after three mjles ef walbng, I wasn't so. cenfident, I had walked nearly five miles when I came acre ss a man, struggling to. get his car (a battered eld "Sunbeam") to. start. leffered bim the use ef my muscles in exchange fer a Ijft, and after a little hesitatien, and a leek at the bulky case under my arm (what was it that AI Cape ne used to. carry abeut in a vielin case?) he agreed.

I was seen to. discever tbat sperts cars aren't built fer carrying leng bulky ebjects, but fertunately tbe glass ef this particular spertscar's rear windew was nen-existent, and by sitting in a creuched-up pesitien, with the neck ef the instrument firmly clutched in my hand and the bedy stuck eut ef the windew, I was able to. accemmedate myself. We had driven abeut a mile, crawling aleng at ten miles an beur, when it cressed my mind that, fer a sperts car, ten m.p.h. is net very fast. [ asked the reasen. The man teld me that he bad just finished building tbe fibre-glass reef ef the car but, fer seme edd reasen it had werked itself leese. If he attempted to. drive any faster, the whele thing weuld fly eff. I .effered to. hang en to. it with my free hand, and a mement later, we were off. We were seen screaming aleng the narrew winding read to. Scarbereugh at sixty-five m.p.h. I sincerely believed my time had ceme. At ene stage I became so. pre-eccupied witb watching the read and the terrible cliffs ever which we weuld plunge if he faltered, that I almest lest my grip ef the reef. The man, hewever, saw me and infermed me that he weuld "wring my neck" if Tlet his reef fly eff. I was so. petrified that I mementarily released my grip en the gujtar, but fertunately, through titanic efferts, managed to. catch it again.

Eye-shadews devastate me, but net in the sense they are suppesed te. A very popular shade is "Purple Midnight". It is painted on with a brush, and is invariably applied too. thickly. It contains a lumineus compeund, and in a dark hall it is ghestly enough to send a chill dewn the mest stalwart spine. "Blue Haze"

By the time the chap had reached my destinatien, I was such a nerveus wreck that it weuld 17

THE S':ANCE I had always been vaguely interested in the supernaturalthat was why I now sat at the circular table, watching the medium gradually drifting into a trance. ActuaIly, I am an escaped convict; I bad been doing five years for armed robbery but, with my pal Nobby, I had escaped. Now I was hiding up in this town, Middleton, awaiting Nobby who had gone to fetch the loot from the cache. For want of anything better to do, I was attending tbis séance; it wasn't half mysterious. Although, as I say, I don't believe a word of these fakes, I've always been vaguely interested in psychic phenomena. The room was, of course, darkened. The eight of us were holding hands, just like ring-a-ring of roses. Well, I suppose we were like children playing a game; only I didn't believe their tricks. A crystal ball, cushioned in velvety purple, lay on tbe table in front of tbe clairvoyant, who was an elderly woman witb, apparently, quite a reputation. Sbe was gazing fixedly into the deep, deep glass. Soon - you could bave struck me pink with a feather - an apparition appeared, floating in the air before me. (They do it with mirrors.) Then a middle-aged woman on my right screamed, "That's my Reginald!" In a toneless voice, the medium started speaking: "Hello, mother. Don't worry, I'm safe. In the Elysian fields: remember? How .is father? I am very happy here. Why don't you join me some time? " "Enough, enough! Break contact!" We parted hands. The clairvoyant turned to Reginald's mother; Reginald had vanished. "I realize how greatly this affects you, madam, but you must on no account speak or part hands until I say so. You are placing the medium in grave danger if you disobey me. Remember, in spiritualism the forces of evil have great powers. And now," with a flourishing gesture, "let us continue". There were fine beads of sweat on the forehead of the medium. She still stared straight in front, as if mesmerized by some unseen force. Again we linked hands, and I thought to myself that that last scene was more impressive than mo t, and tbat the medium was a fine actress. My mind sneered at the thought of the money the clairvoyant was making. Why. she had made me fork out tbree guineas! Six times three is eighteen. Eighteen guineas per moming : not bad for a little racket like this. On tbe other hand, all the gadgets must cost a pretty penny.

is not much better. Nowadays, however, more subtle colours seem to be coming into vogue. Brown! "Dusky Twilight" reminds me of clay mud. Foundation garments have nothing to do with cosmetics, but also rate a high nuisance-value. Dancing cheek-to-cheek with a chick in a wire bra is reminiscent of a wrestling match with a knight in full battle-dress. Girdles produce terrible effects. A plump girl in a girdle seems to bave hips around her middle. These factors may be bearable in themselves, but squeeze a girl into foundations, smear her face full of goo, douse her with mystical potions, add enormous earrings (an important contributor to the rising rate of blindness), and a shy boy could be put off girls for life. The moral: notbing is bad in moderation. So girls, please go easy. D. WARD,9A. DAARDIE DAG WAS EK BYNA DOOD Die leeu se oë blink in die skemerdonker. Hy staan so ongeveer twaalf voet van my af. Ek lê op my maag en ek kan voel boe my hart teen my bors klop. Sweet begin van my kop af drup. "Kan hy my sien? Kan hy my sien?" dink ek. Ek kan niks doen nie, kan nie skree of weghardloop nie. "Waar is hy? My pa?" vra ek vir myself. "Waar is by?" Ons het kom jag, bier in die bosveld ek en my pa. Ek bet alleen ver in die bos gegaan om 'n bok te gaan skiet. My enkel ... eina, ... het ek teen 'n rots, in die skemer, gestamp. Ek het bier omtrent 'n halfuur in die bos gelê. Die leeu het deur die bos geloop en skielik hier voor my stilgestaan asof hy iets kon boor. Hy bet vroeër iets gehoor. Die stem van my pa! Die leeu brul in sy keel. My lyf word so styf soos 'n stok. My hart staan stil. Ek kan my pa hoor nader en nader na my toe kom. Die leeu stap een tree vorentoe. Ek voel siek. Kan nie ... roep ... nie. Skielik kom uit my keel: "Pa, leeu!" Die leeu sien my. Hy spring blitsvinnig deur die lug. 'n Skoot knal, en die leeu lê bo-op my. Dood! "Piet! Piet my seun!" roep my pa. "Is jy veilig?" Ons was weer bymekaar, ons was bly, ons huil en ons lag. Daardie dag was ek byna dood. D. VERSTER, 9B.

The medium's voice broke in on my thoughts. In the same dreary tone she said, "One of us is an unbeliever, with a jet-black past. He is afraid. He likes green paper - money. His accomplice is nearby. He is starting to panic." And indeed, it was true: my mouth was dry as tinder. My brain just needed a spark to set off my confusion. How could she know all this? My train of thought whirled to a conclusion: Nobby. Nobby, the louse, the little runt, was double-crossing me. After all I"d done for him ; I'd get him. I kicked over my chair and started to run. And then, blackness came upon me: I struggled and kicked and clawed, but to no avail. The devil had me in his grasp. I remember nothing more. Looking back, I feel sure that the forces of evil, under Satan's leadership, cast a trance over me - my reward for dishelief in the mighty forces of darkness, I suppose. Ironic, isn't it? The devil catching a criminal. But then, for all my bad traits, I believe in God. My advice to anyone in similar circumstances is: don't dabble in the occult. P. J.

A MOMENT

ANDERTON,

lined against the lighter grey of the sky behind_ The plane jolted sickeningly as the upper branches of the trees clawed at the undercarriage. I glanced wild-eyed out of the side window in time to see the propeller thrashing its way through the branches. My last thought before I lost consciousness was that I was going to die. When I awoke, I could not remember what had happened or what was happening. A clue was given to me, however, when I heard the untroubled roar of the engines. I opened my eyes a little wider and looked at the pilot next to me. He was stiU unconscious. Suddenly I remembered the horror of the crash and screamed. The sound filled the cockpit and the pilot's eyes flickered and he groaned, but did not regain consciousness. I looked desperately at the altimeter. It registered fifteen thousand feet. I looked at my watch - half-past four. I looked out of the side windows. Yes, the engines were both running smoothly. The clouds were still white and fluffy and the sun was still shining warmly through the plexiglass windows. I leaned over and shook the pilot awake. He opened his eyes as if they were heavy from lack of sleep and yawned widely. "Sorry old man, forgot you couldn't fly, stupid of me." He resumed control of the plane. "But don't you remember the crash?" I asked. "Crash? What crash?" he asked. "Don't tell me you've also been dreaming!" Suddenly I began to experience doubts as to whether the crash had actually taken place. For the rest of the flight I sat back tensely in my seat, ragged thoughts churning through my mind. By the time we reached the aerodrome I was almost convinced that I had been dreaming, but the memory was so starkly realistic that I couldn't forget it. The ghastly picture of the black, straight tree-trunks, palely illuminated sky, and the crack and roil of thunder was a continuous presence in my mind. We climbed stiffly down from the cramped cockpit and stretched broadly. Suddenly I glimpsed the harsh sunlight scintillating off the dents on the engine cowling. Cold sweat broke out all over me and I grasped at the pilot's sleeve. Following the direction of my wavering finger, he assured me that the dents had been made in an accident some months before, but what he did not see were the bright green, leafy branches tangled around the left wheel of the undercarriage. J. SHEPPARD, 9A.

9A.

TO FORGET

I had always been vaguely interested in the supernatural, and one day my interest was turned to belief after a certain terrifying event. The plane droned on over the white, fluffy clouds and the sun shone warmly into the small cockpit where we were sitting. Now and then our idle watchfulness was disturbed as the twinengined Piper-Cub hit an air-pocket, but apart from that, everything was peaceful until, without warning, we flew into cloud. Having never flown in a small aeroplane before, I was a little frightened; but the pilot was calm and collected. We c.limbed up to the 'ceiling', but still could not get above the cloud. After fifteen minutes the clouds became thicker and darker, almost black, and soon the roar of the engines was drowned by the rain which lashed down on the cockpit. Suddenly the sky was lit up for an instant by a flash of lightning. That instant was enough to show us that we were diving straight towards the ground. The pilot pulled frantically at the controls, but the plane would not respond. He shouted at me but I cou.ld not hear him because of the noise of the rain and the thunder. Suddenly, framed in the perspex of the cockpit window, I saw the tall dark trunks of trees out-

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To most, winter is not a well-loved season, but to a surfer it is the most eagerly-awaited time of the year. Excitement rises to peak level between April and May, for then the first North-Westers blow. To others, the atmosphere seems dreary and grey, but to the wave-riding clan the :ltmosphere takes on a magic touch of excitement.

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Now the surfer on tbe outside is blown over tbe top of the wave. Only the man in the middle remains. The wave bas picked him up now. It tbrows bim downwards. As be burtles down tbe face of tbe monster be looks to his left. Tbe wave is very steep tbere, and could break in a few seconds, "bombing" him "out". He reaches the bottom of tbe wave at a terrifying speed, and shifts his right foot to tbe back of tbe board, leaning backwards and to his left. Tbe board swings viciously round, and almost throws him 011 balance. He recovers and begins to climb. Tbe wave starts falling above his head. He stretches forward for greater speed, and shoots across tbe wave, which chases angrily after bim, sometimes breaking right over him, enclosing him in a dark tunnel. He is obliged to go on, always striving for more speed, lest the wave should ove.rtake him.

As the cold sets in and the trees lose their leaves, surfers lose tbeir heads, for this is the time of year surf hits the Cape. Fearsome gales, miles out to sea, create huge swells, wbich change direction to round the points, and are lined up in perfect ranks facing tbe beaches. The strong oil-shore winds give tbem white helmets, and tbey marcb proudly up to the beach, still in orderly ranks, only to be cut down by bundreds of surfboards ridden by screaming maniacs. .It is on days like this when Muizenberg, which normally has small, gently-breaking waves, becomes unridable with waves over fifteen feet in beight. Tbis is the cue for the sleepy little town of Gordon's Bay to come to life. If one were to travel through Gordon's Bay on an average day, one would express the opinion that nowhere else in South Africa were such small waves. lt is like the proverbial millpond. On tbese wintry days, however, huge swells penetrate this calm bay. Early in the morning a few surfers arrive. Usually very few go there, but these boys will stay there all day. Some are local boys, and some come from town, but all are quite experienced. Upon arrival, they "check" the surf. It is averaging about eight feet, but the big ones, which come in "sets" of three, are between ten and twelve feet high. Boards are untied and waxed before you can say "surf's up", and they wait .impatiently for a lull so that they can launch their boards. The tension is terrible as they sit and wait for a good wave. They shiver with excitement as the first set is spotted on the horizon. A minute or two later the waves sweep boldly into the little bay. This is an exceedingly fast point-break, and the surfers are aware of this as three of them paddle for what is essentially a one-man wave. The man on the inside chickens out, for to be caught inside here is the quickest way to be sucked "over the fails". I think this expression is self-explanatory, and this is the worst and most dangerous way to end a ride, because surfer and board fall twelve feet together, with the crushing weight of tbe huge curl above them, and are

Tbe wave slows down once more. He has made it. He has surfed just at tbe mouth of the dark tunnel all the way, and was sometimes 'iO far inside it that be was invisible from the sbore but he is in the daylight once more. He路 ha~ covered over seventy-five yards in the space of a few seconds that seemed like hours. He now d.rops to the bottom of tbe wave and turns sharply, flying into the air for a few feet as be shoots over the top of tbe wave, which is trying to spring its last trap on him. He has won! The jubilation inside him makes bim want to shout, but all tbat leaves his throat is a feeble croak, barely audible to himsel.f. He paddles out again wbile the chilly wind pulls at the wave tops, making the crests white. People on the beach shjver and d.rink steaming beverages, but to these surfe.rs the cold doesn't matter. All that matters is the waves! D. WARD,9A. GREY Grey is all the d.rabness and greyness of our l.ives, the set pattern of our emotions, the greyness of old faces, tbe grey of death. Not sudden, glorious death but slow, painful, poverty-stricken grey death sinking into nothingness, into grey. Grey is non-colour, non-life. Grey is rain, grey endless rain; misery, endless misery, squalor and cold. Grey is ... gray. M. ROWE, 9A.

on the 19th August, just as he was banking on a take-off that would return him to Germany, an R.A.F. Victor came out of dense cloud and collided with his Canberra.

'N NOUE ONTKOMING Dit was vroeg een koue oggend toe ek, Oom Piet en Klaas gaan jag het. Ons was op pad na die watergat waar daar baie bokke behoort te wees. Oom Piet het voorgestap, gevolg deur my en ou Klaas. Alhoewel ou Klaas agter gestap het, het hy die eerste skoot geskiet. Ek moet liewer nou sê dat Klaas 'n inboorling van Suidwes is. 'n Groot gemsbok het op die grond neergestort. "Mooi skoot, Klaas!" het oom Piet uitgeroep. "Dankie Baas." Dit was snaaks om die iUipkaffer te hoor praat. Dié het hy baie min gedoen. Terwyloom Piet en Klaas die bok afgeslag het, het ek 'n bietjie verder deur die lang, geel gras gestap. Toe het ek 'n beweging net dertig tree voor my gesien. Die bloed het in my are gestol, en ek het begin bewe. Dit was die geel liggaam van 'n leeu! Sy oë het baie honger gelyk en sy taai spiere het fluks onder sy goudkleurige vel gespeel. Die kragman van die veld het op sy agterpote gesak en was gereed om te spring. Ek het versigtig gekorrel en die sneller getrek, maar niks het gebeur nie! Natuurlik dink ek, die geweer is nie eers gelaai nie! Maar nou was dit te laat! Die leeu was in die lug en ek kon sien dat hy op my te lande sou kom. 'n Skoot het geknal en in plaas daarvan dat dit my einde moes wees, was dit 'n dooie leeu wat op my rug te lande gekom het. "Seergekry, Seuntjie?" "Gelukkig nie, Oom. Net 'n paar merke op my bors." Alhoewel ek nou weer in die stad is, word ek nog bang as ek dink aan die noue ontkoming wat ek daardie dag gebad het. D. DELBRIDGE, 9B.

Next year, when my parents return to South Africa with Johan's young widow and child, his ashes will be brought out, too. IVANSLABBER, 9c.

SURGERY ON A COW As I live on a dairy farm, I am quite accustomed to seeing various operations on cows. About two weeks ago I heard that there was a cow which was about to be operated on for the removal of stones and wire from its stomach. Cows eat stones and sand when they bave a pain which worries them, and sometimes the farmhands do not break up the lucerne properly, or accidentally let baling wire into it. First the vet. washes the cow's side and his hands with antiseptic. After that be shaves the cow's side wbere the inc.ision is to be made. After that he anaesthetises the area with a series of injections. He then gets his scalpel from his tray and clips in a new sterile blade and, with two people to help him, makes the first incision. He first cuts the skin, wtlich is about one-eighth of an inch thick, along a length of about six inches. Beneath the skin there is a layer of fat wnich is one-and-a-half to two inches thick. Finally tne stomach, which is greyish in colour, is reached. He then clips back the skin and the layer of fat by means of forceps, which are held by nis assistants. When the stomach is cut it is pulled outwards to overlap the layers of skin and fat. At this point the vet. again washes his hands in antiseptic. He then squeezes his hand tb.rough tne opening into the stomach and feels around for the wire, stones, or whatever foreign body it is. H usually takes about fifteen minutes or more to find it. Sometimes there is a large piece of wire penetrating the wall of the stomacn in the neighbourhood of the heart, in which case the vet. often sews the wound up again without trying to remove the wire, lest he do more harm than good. However, if this is not the case, the vet, first takes out handfuls of the semi-digested cow's food, until eventually the stomach is almost empty and he can be sure that he has removed all foreign bodies. He then gets a bundle of dry lucerne and pushes it inside the stomach to pre-

FLIGHT lT. JOHAN SLABBER Flight Lt. Johan Slabber entered W.B.H.S. in 1955 at the age of thirteen, and matriculated in 1960. The S.A.A.F. having its fuU quota of flying personnel, Johan joined the R.A.F. and sailed for England in July, 1962. He married an English girl in 1966 and in May of this year their daughter was born. Soon after his marriage his Bomber Squadron was transferred to Bri.iggen in Germany. In August of this year the squadron had to return to England briefly to take part in an air display, and 22

vent friction between the stitches and the food. He sews up the stomach with a dissolving suture. The layer of fat is then sewn up with a very large curved needle, very similar to those used for sewing mattresses, dissolving thread again being used. After sewing up each layer, he squirts some white antiseptic over the incision. He does not sew up the outer skin with dissolving thread but with an ordinary suture, which he removes after three weeks. After such an operation the cow has to be kept separate from the herd for three to four weeks until the wound is fully healed. During the entire operation the cow stands up. J.

MARTIN,

TREASURES

A new world exploded around me as I broke the water of the cool, calm, tideless Mediterranean on that warm day in June. A new world of brightness, of cleanliness and of complete silence, far removed from the dusty, bustling and hectic life of the city. Here and there the sun's rays flashed on the forms of tiny, silver fish as they darted and frisked -lheir way through the water with an effortless wiggle of their tails. A shadowy form lazily weaved and plunged about. A seal ventured to the surface to bask in the warmth of the sun's magical rays. All this I took in at a glance as the water closed over my bead. I trod water for a moment and adjusted the breathing apparatus of my aqualung. That completed, I jacknifed into the depths. Down, down, down, until I finally glimpsed the shadowy forms of rocks on the sea-bed. This was the under-water photographer's paradise. The bright colours of the sea anemones that cling to the rocks, the soft greens and browns of the growth on the seabed and the shoals of multicoloured fish that swim unheedingly past you or stare uncuriously at your face. Suddenly all the beauty and colour was gone and terror struck at my heart as I felt the tentacle of an octopus grip my bare skin. I whirled round, at the same lime drawing my razor-sharp knife from its sheath, only to stare stupidly at a long, fleshy strand of seaweed wrapped round my leg. Trembling slightly, I was now determined to get what I had come for and leave as quickly as possible. I soon sighted the heavy, awkward, but very expensive, outboard motor that we had lost the previous day. It was lying next to what seemed to be a reef of yellow rocks. A flip of my flippers sent me coasting down towards it. Luckily it did not seem to be damaged. I stopped for a moment to inspect the curiously coloured rocks. A close inspection showed that they were covered with gold coins. Excited now, I prised at the rock with my knife, and to my surprise a large piece came off in my hand. I recoiled in shock at what confronted me. The face of a man! After a few moments my confidence and courage returned and I ventured forward again, to find with relief that the face was made of wood! I could now see that what I had thought were rocks was actually a ship, and the face was the figurehead on the bows. She lay on her side, half submerged in sand, and scattered all round were gold coins. If we could get these coins to the boat we would be

8B.

GREY Sweeping road thrown into light Brings that colour Of the middle man. Controversial idea between wrong and rigbt. Tabby cat on the grey floor mat warms himself by dying asbes. A suddened sigbt of the dying light. Thousands of cigarette ends mingling across the stands with wrong horse tickets. P. SWIFT, 8A. THE PROPHET And the teacber said, "What of Complete Knowledge?" And he answered unto him: Like a tiger which falls into a trap, ever seeking That warm current, ever looking for The easiest way to enter heaven, but Never Finding it. Likea tiger which falls into a trap, ever seeking To find a way out, ever looking for a way To get out to set a trap for the hunter who Never Thinks of cruelty. That is Complete Knowledge." N.

WRIGHT,

UNDER THE SEA

8A.

Matie Mates and Lieberstein IX. Quite soon after the start we found eager spectators who handed out glasses of water and quarters of oranges to competitors. At Muizenberg we passed Crathorne, and were heartened by the fact that we were continually overhauling other teams. It was about here, too, that we overtook the stragglers in the women's and the veterans' sections. At Bergvliet I speeded up and went ahead with Ian Stephenson riding with me. Gary Fitzpatrick joined us at Wynberg, and we passed AndrĂŠ Goosen and Solly Marcus at Rondebosch. I had passed quite a few schoolmates on the way who sportingly cheered me on. I reacbed the "1 mile to go" mark and put on my final spurt. I reached the finishing post in four hours forty minutes. Half-pint cartons of milk were again provided for competitors and I thank,fully grabbed mine. Our team finished thirty-eighth. S. GRANGER, 6A.

rich for life. I picked up the motor - under water it was quite light - and thrust upwards. I did not need to stop to decompress, but I noticed that the water was a good deal rougher and murkier than when I had descended. I saw the shape of our boat above me, but I was totally unprepared for wbat was waiting for me on the surface. What had been a placid sea was now a seething, boiling cauldron whipped by a bowling wind. Eager hands helped, fust the motor and then me aboard the boat. While I was changing, I told my friends about my find. We were all eager to dive again and bring the treasure up, but it was clear that a severe storm was blowing up, and it would have been dangerous to attempt to dive then. With growing impatience we rode out the storm in our cabin cruiser for three days, and when we eventually descended into the depths for our treasure, we found a featureless sea of sand where there should have been rocks. Our treasure was gone for ever. S.1{ACPARLANE,7A.

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THE RUSH HOUR Here and there an alarm rings. The time, fivethirty p.m. A steady trickle forms from the main entrances of the huge building complexes in the heart of the city, and the pavements are splashed with colour as women sboppers and business girls join tbe throng. The streamlets intermingle and soon become one steady main stream. It falters for a moment at a pedestrian crossing, gathers its strength and surges through a lane of impatient motor vehicles. Thicker and more sluggish, the stream converges on the railway station, filters through tbe narrow entrances and forms once again under the huge departure boards. Many break away and dash frantically to particular platforms. Tbe fleet among them are fortunate, for tbey shoulder their way into the standing-room before the doors slide closed. The whistle blows and the whole train shudders and jerks. For a brief moment the crowded passengers are roused from their own thoughts, but return to their newspapers and vacant stares once the train has settled down to its monotonous rhythm over the fish-plates. The stations come and go, and the crowded train disgorges its passengers; some to trudge home to nagging, dissatisfied wives, others to young and beautiful and understanding womenfolk. But to all - deep inside - it is good to be away from the confusion of the city.

BIG WALK

I do not know what madness prompted me to enter the Big Walk, but I did, and prepared for the event by twice walking to Muizenberg and back from Plumstead. I was one of five who formed the Wynberg Third Team. There were altogether six Wynberg teams entered, and it was suggested that each team should be accompanied by a rider carrying refreshments, sweets, jerseys and so forth. The big day dawned on Thursday, Kruger's Day, and "Stompie" Ahrends, "Watty" Watson and I arrived at Jubilee Square, Simons Town, at nine o'clock, weU in time for the start at eleven. We passed some of the time drawing and consuming the half-pint of milk provided by the Milk Board. Watching the fifty-milers stride by on their way to tbeir turning point at Froggy Pond also helped to wbile away the time. At ten o'clock the veterans and the individual boys started, and the women's novice teams at tenthirty. Finally we were caUed to the start, the Mayor's gun fired, and we were off. Our team got away fairly well, and we could see Crathorne and Marcus just ahead of us. Tbere were colourful dresses and costumes all around us, and shirts bearing team-names ~uch as Magpies, Gobi Desert Canoe Club, Mighty

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GREY

But grey can be the sweet, cool evening before: nightfaU. Grey can express the lonely but happy feeling of one far from something wanted. Grey can be a victory, yet not without loss.

A person who bas been in bed for months, possibly years. A tbin, wrinkled face witb cbeekbones prominent. Tbe densest tbunder-cloud. Tbe loneliest place. . . . A lone vulture sweeping over a dead body on a high cliff. The sea on the stormiest of njgbts. A dead body. Tbe dullest of colours, sometimes not even a colour. The moment before a storm breaks. A scene after battle. Just anything duU, dull, dull. . . .

Grey is repentance of the world.

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Fourth Row (I. to r.): G. Anderson, J. Somerville, N. Selby, C. Cumming, R. Hewett, I. Slabber, T. Dunster, K. Bremer, A. Bevan, M. Green, M. Stalling, I. Smith. N. Boraill. M. Austi.n, A. Brown, 1. van Rensburg. Third Row (1. tor.): A. Questiaux, C. Doig, D. Sawyer, J. Wessels, J. Questiaux, C. van Tonder, T. Dodd, G. Rixon, L. Slow, N. Red[ord, C. English. D. Milford, J. Brits, N. Walsh, J. Russel, G. Doran, P. van Tonder. Second Row: P. Bragg, K. van Zyl, M. Smit, G. WaIters, T. Earley, D. Jobnson, R. van Zyl, T. Hewett, S. Ryan,P.Mann, S. Dyason, C. Earley, D. Rivett, B. Goodrnan. J. Bunton, B. van Rensburg, D. Eyre, J. Barton-Bridges. First Row (1. to r.): A. Visser, H. Green, Mr. 1. Voigt, G. Li.pshitz, Mr. P. Broster, R. Cummlng, Sister de Klerk. P. Baerecke (Head Boy), Mr. N. Blackbeard (Superintendent), Mr. L. Heath, D. Pretorius, R. Weilers. Mrs. Blackbeard, N. Oettle (Deputy Head Boy), D. Calder, Mrs. BarweIl, K. Williams,

The Littlewood Family welcomed a new addition this year in the shape of bouncing, bonny Mr. Lionel Heath, an English and Latin teacher and promising hockey player. Having been a hostel master at Selborne College, he is no stranger to boarding house life and was soon at home barking orders and confiscating tuck with calm assurance. He was aided and abetted in these activities by the veteran Mr. Johan Voigt and Mr. Peter Broster. Neither of these gentlemen, however, could stand the pace and both will be leaving at the end of the year, the former to study at university and the latter to get married. We wish them both the best of luck as they further their education.

school societies. Boarders act in plays, work in the library, ball-room and cricket shed, and play in the school orchestra and cadet band. Without junior boarders, rugby players' thirsts would go unquenched at half-time, place-kickers would be unable to place, let alone kick the ball, and wings would possibly have no corner flag to go for. Generally then, the boys of Littlewood House set a good example in keenness and participation for that sub-species, the dayboy.

The prefects this year were only five in number, but they managed as efficiently as eight had before them. A particularly happy relationship existed between them and the staff, who appreciated their assistance and their frequent invitations to tea. The prefects, Peter Baerecke (head), Noel Oettlé (vice-head), Dale Calder, Rober Cummings and Kenneth Williams can be proud of the standard they have set, and we wish them and the other matrics equal success in whatever they undertake on leaving school.

It is with gratitude that we acknowledge the continuing fine work of Mr. Jock Schoeman, Mr. Stan Jennings and Phillip De Wet, who run an informal service in the hostel on Sunday nights. The speakers they invite can talk to the boys on their own level, and a mid-week Bible study run by a small group of boys is a measure of the interest current in the hostel. Many thank yous, too, must go to Sister de Klerk, who with unfailing good humour and kindness reassembles shattered carcases, doses the ailing and thwarts the malingerers. Mrs. BarweIl, the matron, has built up a happy and competent kitchen staff, and our gratitude to her is best expressed in an opinion given by one of our more experienced hosteliers who voted the Littlewood table "the best ever".

For a group of only 80 boys the boarders manage to play a large part in all facets of school activities, as even a brief glance at the sports and society reports will show. At every level of ability boys participate in swimming, tennis, cricket, judo, rugby, hockey and many of the

To Mr. and Mrs. Blackbeard, who have recently been choosing pictures which brighten the hostel considerably, go the thanks of aH who ".ave benefited from their interest and guidance in the past year. It is a pleasure to work under them, knowing their help and advice is always available.

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STAFF To the Staff in January we welcomed Miss Haynes to Sub Al, Miss Burger to Sub Bl, Mrs. Hewitson to Sub B2, Miss Hurwitz to Std. lA, Miss Cooke to Std. 2A, Mr. Rautenbach to the new additional post as piano teacher, and Mr. C. Perold as cello teacher. We had letters from Miss Durham who is teaching in England, and bas become engaged, Miss Cowley has become engaged, and Miss Glaun is soon to be married. Our best wishes to them all. Miss K. Lacey this year paid a visit to Japan, and, on her return, entertained her former colleagues with a graphic account of her trip.

GENERAL In our 1967 issue we remarked that there had been big changes in our establishment. Now we can report tbat the newly-acquired ground, where houses had been demolished, is planted with grass, has benches instalfed, and serves as excellent playground for the 144-odd Sub A and Sub B pupils. It also served as' excellent open-air tea space for the crowds on Parents' Day. And the house retained in Oxford Street has served many purposes - for play rehearsals, and as headquarters of the Tuckshop. Further improvements include a complete change of furniture in the staff room, and the provision of new curtains. And the old School bell, the ringing of which in our "long building" necessitated a boy running each time to various places in the corridors, has been replaced by an electric bell system, with two bells inside and one outside. Our enrolment now stands at 545 plus, and the building is uncomfortably crowded. In February in the Assembly Room at 8 p.m. we welcomed a large gathering of new parents who were given details of School routine and shown the excellent films and slides of School activities made by Mr. Pretorius and Mr. Hutchison. At the conclusion, tbe warm evening made tea possible outside. Tbe new Primary Syllabus was introduced this year. The new approach to maths. was begun in Subs A and B, Stds. I and 2, and will enter Stds. 3, 4 and 5 from next year. Our Circuit Inspector, Mr. Wiggett, and his assistant lecturers gave the most valuable and valued series of lectures to parents, and organised seminars for tbe teachers in tbe schools. The new Maths. and Science courses were treated. The Triennial Election of a School committee resulted in the appointments to the committee of

MISS G. BARWELL (MRS. T. SANDROCK) In December last we bade a reluctant farewell to Miss BarweIl after her three years of service at the School - service in every sense of the word. She had left to be married to Mr. T. S. Sandrock in January of this year. Their wedding took place during our Xmas vacation, and they planned to leave for the Transvaal two weeks later. On the first Friday of the first term Mrs. Sandrock visited us to show us their wedding pictures, and to bid us au revoir before their departure. Only two days later we were all deeply shocked by the tragic news that Mr. and Mrs. Sandrock had met with a fatal motor accident on their way up north. It seemed impossible to believe tbat these two happy young people had lost their lives so needlessly. The School conveyed its messages of sympathy to Miss Barwell's bereaved mother. As a tribute to Miss Barwell we record that sbe made a lasting impression on us all at tbe School. She came to us fresh from her training, entered wholeheartedly into the life of the Scbool, and went from strength to strength, sparing herself no effort, and gaining the respect and adrn'ration of pupils and staff alike. "Wynberg" was "her School", and her last remark on that final Friday morning was, "I

Mr. R. T. Felbert (Cbairman), Mr. R. Friedlander (Secretary), Mr. S. Myers, Mr. J. Cawood, Mr. A. Oostbuizen, Mr. S. Jones and Mr. J. Ashman.

The drama classes continued to be most cessful in Miss Glaun's bands.

Our 35th Annual Entertainment took place in October when a Kindergarten songscene, and a play with music, "Aladdin", comprised the programme.

During tbe first term, the Annual Parents vs. Juniors cricket and tennisette matches were played. Once again the parents, in top form, proved the winners, but tbe games were enjoyed by all.

The Annual and Afrikaans

The Under 12A and B and an Under II cricket team were entered in tbe "League". All three teams were quite successful and there are definitely a number of talented cricketers in these teams. The Juniors wbo played cricket on afternoons also provided some promising

On the final schoolday of 1967 tbe School held its final assembly under the trees when book awards and trophies were handed to successful pupils.

Monday players.

The followin.g boys December, 1967: I. Craye

The School Tennisette Team acquitted itself very well during the first term, and the boys are to be corn mended on their higb standard of play. The team remained unbeaten in all weekly matches against otber schools. Only in the Parents vs_ Juniors match was opposition too strong.

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Judo took place twice weekly, with contests against schools such as Sunlands Primary, Monterey and Western Province Preparatory.

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man. 10. Derman Drama Cup: M. Goldstein, Blumberg, A. Pelt and L. Perry.

The Fourteenth Annual Hour of Music by the School Orcbestra, soloists, recorder players and Choir took place in August. A special word of congratulation to Mr. F. B. Smith on the standard of recorder playing.

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Our half-yearly performances by violin, cello and piano pupils took place in June and December.

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Reading Competition in English will be held in December.

At the 1967 Reading Competition we had the privilege of adjudication by Mrs. Dorothea Spears (English) and Miss Sarah Goldblatt (Afrikaans).

Tbe Junior rugby teams had a very good season, despite the number of wet Saturdays. The Under l2A, B, C and 0 teams played regular weekly games while a Junior First XV, Under Il and Under 10 teams played several mid-week games.

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THE CREA nON God mad the wuld God mad the pipl God mad the mowntin God mad the sun and the strs God mad the sciy and the siy. G. Williams, Sub. Al.

Beginning with Free Writing from Sub A - i.e. the spontaneous expression of beginners, without formalities of spelling and punctuation. HUMPTY DUMPTY humpty Dumpty sat on the woU hunty Dumpty had a grate flirl irl the cins hirses and irl the cins men coodant poot humpty Dumpty to geth a gane. C. Merrington, Sub. A I.

SUB.A2 WHEN I AM BIG When I am big I am growing too chase robz arond and poot t hem in Jale and giv them a tickt and take my plees dog with. M. Coltman, Sub. A2.

A CAT A cat has frunt pors and bak pors. My cat is a black and white cat My cat has a long tale. A cat eats meat. N. Sanders, Sub. Al.

THE PICNIC Jane and Peter went for a picnic. Peter said I like bread Jane said I like bread too I will unpack the food thank you Jane. we will have lunsh Peter is hungry. P. Willamis, Sub. A2.

SHIPS I went on a ship and I saw a possn throwin sum string out the ship and the ship fits on the siy and there are fish in the siy there are wayIIs and there are shocks in the siy sumtun a possn can swim in the siy. C. Ashman, Sub. AI.

THE LITTLE ELF Wun daye The little elf went to a little shop The shop ladee sed wot doo yoo wont I wont a little sbip to pIa with in the see on tbe sand witb the shell casiJ and the shells wiU bee on the top. S. Riley, Sub. A2.

SNOW WHITE Won day there livef now white and a wick wiĂŤh and she had a majick mirow and she sed to it mirro:w mirrow on tbe woU hoo iss tbe ferust ov us all snow white is the ferust ov us all tben the wick wich got angi and sed huntis tak her to the woods and cill her but he did not ckill her he Jet her gow and she llavd with the seven dwarfs aod the nex deay the wick weech gav hoer an apll to ait and she fell dun ded.

WHEN I AM BIG I am now big I am a cow boy I fite tbe indyns the indyns fite me. R. Herold, Sub. A2. THE PICNIC Picnic time showtid Janet and John tbay wir tacking There puppy witb them. M. Bridgens, Sub. A2.

R. Anderson, Sub. AI. COMING TO SCHOOL test of all we go to ouw des and we stot writing Just by fow brack we doo Maths and then we go to brack and then we doo come in we doo ow Janet and John Book and then we doo auw New Maths book and then we go borne. M. Ruthel, Sub. A I.

THE LITTLE ELF long ago there livd a Little elf be liked the sun very much he sat in the sun and looked at the sky he thoot the sun was the best thing. evree day be wood go and look at the sun and looked at the sky. P. Williams, Sub. A2.

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came from Ploto. It flew through the air to earth. It was green and it had wings. It came to my room and said: Boo. I woke up suddenly and I saw the monster standing at the foot of my bed. I said: Hallo, my friend ru get some food for you. I got out of bed, just then my father came in, and he said: You are late for school John, I jumped up and dressed. I bad breakfast, I went to the car, climbed in and went to school. J. Morris, lA.

THE SQUIRREL One day I saw a squirrel in a tree. Then I saw a boy with a gun and he also saw the squirrel in the tree. He tried to shoot bim but he always missed him. A. Meyers, Sub. Bl. THE WITCH There was once a witch who lived in the forest and who also ate people. There were two children, Richard and Beverley who were very kind and went to play in the forest. They went too far and they came to the castle where they were caught. The witch said that if they drank the water they would turn into deer. Richard drank the water and the King was very cross so he told the witch to leave his kingdom. P. Malbin, Sub. Bl.

HOW WE CAN HELP TO PREVENT FIRES There are lots of ways to start a fire and to stop a fire. To start a fire you need oxygen. If a fire has not got air it cannot burn. So one day a careless man threw the end of a cigarette out of the window. It landed on some dry grass and started a fire. Never throw alive matches around. Never throw matches in a waste paper bin. Never throw cigarette ends out of a car window. Obey these rules and you will help to prevent fires. T. Knight, lA.

THE AUGHRABIES FALLS One day I went to the Aughrabies Falls in my Fatbers car and my uncle came with us. The Falls were high and the water ran into a big river. We had a braaivleis and we had good fun. We played all day. M. Hurworth, Sub. B2.

A COWBOY STORY Cowboys live in America. They have lots of fun. They ride on horses. They can lassoo animals, Cowboys are fast at drawing guns. Some cowboys live at ranches, Cowboys wear stetsons. I like cowboys. They use rifles and also small guns. They are very tough. They ride big bulls, J wish I was a cowboy. P. Greenberg, lA.

THE FUN FAIR The fun fair has all kinds of t.hings and I went on a rocket and my brother went on the horse. It has a big wheel and bumper cars and the bumper cars are fun. I went in one. G. Bower, Sub. B2.

THE COUNTRY I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT I would like to visit Spain because I like the bullfighting. The man who does this holds a red sheet in his hands. Before that the bull is in a box and when a man opens the box the bull runs out of the box and comes into the ring. Then the man takes the sheet and puts it in front of the bull. When the bul.! runs at the man he jumps away from behind the red sheet. C. Morris, lA.

MY DOG One day I went to get a new dog andI took him home and then I took him for a walk. When J came home he was tired and had a rest. Then he woke 'and we played ball. C. Nicklin, Sub. B2. MY DOG I had a dog and he had black and white spots and when I came home from school he barked until he could bark no more. I played with him all day. We played with a ball and we went to the pond and we saw the fish. A. Erasmus, Sub. B2.

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MY ADVENTURES IN A BOAT On the 4th of March - a Friday, I went fishing in my uncle's boat. We went very far until a huge whale emerged from the depths. We bobbed up

MY DREAM One night when I was fast asleep I started to dream. A horrid dream. J dreamt a monster 33

took his knife and leapt at the lioness. They roared with fear and ran away. Then Robert, Steven and I ran to my father and told him the story. My father didn't believe us. B. Joffe, IB.

and down. I was clinging to the side of the boat. My uncle splashed in the water trying to swim. A passing steamer saw the whale swimming through the water. The captain saw the whale first. Then he saw me. He picked me up. Suddenly I remembered my uncle. He ... he's drowning. I ran to the captain. I told him about my uncle. He shouted out, "Turn round, a man may be drowning." We rescued my uncle. Then we sailed home safely. When we got home my Mom could not believe us. P. Voigt, IB.

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MY HOLIDAY The aeroplane took us on many a flight. We saw Rome in the day and Athens at night, We watched bullfights in Lisbon and Estoril too, We toured the Greek Islands on the sea of blue.

SAILING One Sunday we went to Zeekoeivlei and my father's friend brought a motor boat with him. He took the boat down to the place where they take the boats into the water. He sailed the boat round to the picnic spot. So we went for a ride and our faces were covered with spray, but Tracey my sister had more spray on her face than anybody else. On one ride my brother and I had to duck down because there was not enough room for all of us. My mother and father went for a ride. They made us cross because they were taking too long. Then when they came back we went home and had supper and went to bed. V. Wood, IB.

Israel is truly a wonderful land, With many brave soldiers and lots of sand. The Israeli melons are red and sweet, My holiday was simply a great big treat. M. Lewis, 2A. THE STRANGER WHO FOLLOWED .ME HOME One day as I walked home from school,I walked past a car. In the car was a man. He got out of the car and followed me. I walked into a shophe walked into the shop. We walked all over the place. Then I saw a police-station. I walked into the police-station. The man ran away. I told the inspector the whole story. The inspector said, "The man who followed you home, kidnapped the prince of China." We got into a police car, and drove to where I had first seen the car. The man was just about to get into the car. When he saw us he jumped in and drove away. We followed him. Soon we came to a dirt road. The policeman shot a hole into the tyre of the car. He surrendered and told us where the prince had been hidden. When the prince returned to China, the queen was so happy that I was given a reward.

FISIDNG Today I went to see a film about fishing. We saw a whaler bringing the whale and taking it to a place called a slip. They pull the whale in on the slip. Next we saw a fishing trawler. We saw them taking their nets out to sea and throwing their nets out to sea and they leave the nets in the water for a long time and then they pull the nets in and they sort the fish into baskets. There are lots and lots and lots of fish on the decks. There has to be a lot of work done on a fishing trawler. There are always men on the decks working. They hardly get any sleep and then they go back to the bay and they load al !the fish off the boat. J. Maile, IB.

G. Leih, 2A. DANGER! ESCAPED CONVICT I was sitting in my room listening to the radio, when there was a broadcast that a convict had escaped. His name, John Macullum. I got up and climbed out of the window, hoping to help. I heard the police chasing the convict. As he passed by, I dived at his feet but he kicked me in the face. He ran on but he dropped his gun.

AN ADVENTURE One day my brother and my brother's friend Robert and I went to the forest. It was so dark and ghostly that we were quite scared. Then suddenly a fierce lion with its lioness appeared out of the wood. We jumped aside. Robert took his pen knife and because he was a very brave boy, he leapt at the lion. My brother Steven 34

I shot him in tbe leg - be fell to the ground. By now my face was bleeding badly. I did not mind as tbe convict was in the hands of tbe police. My mother and father heard the news. In fact, so did the whole of South Africa. The newspaper read, "M. Bilrger stops convict from escaping." I received a fifty rand reward. The convict was sentenced to ten years in prison. I was quite proud of myself.

just passed by doing runety, followed closely by a Chev, and there's a man on his bicycle ringing his bell to pass them!" S. Davis, 2B_ VELDBLOMME Ons is baie gelukkig om so baie veldblomme hier in die Kaap te hĂŞ. Die Afrikaanse name vir die blomme is net so mooi soos hulle is. Daar is die wag-'n-bietjiebos wat jou haak en laat stilstaan. Oupa-pyp-in-die-bek is 'n mooi blommetjie met 'n lang groen pyp in die middel. Ander name is moederkappie, rotstert, volstruistoon, olifantsoor, hanekam, kanniedood, skilpadkos en seeroogblomme. Dit is nou alweer Lente. Gaan kyk na al die mooi blomme met die oulike name. Maar moet net nie pluk rue. Lente is rue die tyd om agter die tralies te sit rue. K. van Zyl, 2B.

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THE ICE-CREAM MAN Ting-a-ling! Ting-a-ljng! rings the bell, Ice-cream man comes his wares to sell. Run-a-long, run-a-Iong, money grasped tight, He opens his box and Oh! What a sight! There's vanilla and chocolate. What shall I pick? Strawberry, orange - Oh, let's have a lick. I think I'll have a cup and a spoon. Ice-cream man, please come again soonl T_

MY PETS I have a little dog called Patch, Who lives in a kennel made of thatch. He loves to bark, he loves to run, Together we have lots of fun. Hamilton is my hamster's name And when he feels like biting someone He always bites them on their thumb. My budgie, Tweet, is very sweet, And often gives my ear a tweak. I play with my pets every day And this they return in a friendly way. C. Hyland, 2B.

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NAUGHTY AND HAUGHTY I have a mongrel. They say he's a dog. My mother named him Naughty Bob. He's black and white when he's clean and bright, But when he's dirty, what a sight! He loves to run all through the house, Skidding on the carpets and jumping on the couch. He's very lovable and naughty, And keeps on biting the tail of Miss Haughty my cat. Naughty and Haugbty belong to me And I wouldn't part with them for all the salt in the' sea. M. Hughes, 2B.

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AN AEROPLANE FLIP ALONG THE COAST One Sunday afternoon we went to the Cape Aero Club. Every Tuesday and Sunday my mother bas lessons on how to fly a plane. The plane we went into was called a Piper. We first checked the oil, then we boarded the plane. My mother started tbe aeroplane and checked all the instruments. Soon we were high in the air. When we reached the coast we flew about three hundred feet above sea level. Later we circled Seal Island a number of times and then flew on to Fish Hoek. Then we flew back to Muizenberg where we could see lots of surfers. I asked my mother to flyover our school. About ten minutes later we flew inland. We also saw yachts and speed-boats at Zeekoe-Vlei.

VAN DER MERWE DOES IT AGAIN! A man driving a Chevrolet passed a man pushing a bicycle with a broken chain and offered to tow him. "If I go too fast for you, ring your bell and I will slow down," he said. They started oft' slowly, but after a while a Jaguar overtook them and the driver of the Chev. automatically speeded up, forgetting aU about the cyclist. They passed van der Merwe's house. He stared in surprise and rushed to 'phone the police. "You must come quickly," he said. UA Jag. has 35

Soon I spotted our school. In the swimming pool I could see a boy holding on to the edge of the pool. I could also see the orange and grey slates on the side of the pool, which made a very nice picture. After that we flew straight back to the airport. Then we alighted from tbe plane and soon my mother bought me a cold drink. I was soon back at the boarding house. I asked my friends i{ they bad seen the plane. Some said "Yes" others said "No". They asked me if I enjoyed the flip. I said "yes, I did," and next time J went I would invite some boys to come with me. P. Smuts, 3A.

The next day we went on a boat to an island on the Zambesi River. We then went to the falls for our last time. David Livingstone was the man who discovered these falls. Tbe natives called it Mosi-oa-Tunya which means "The smoke which sounds." Tbat night we went to bed early. The following day we left for home. R. van Rosenveld, 3A. A VISIT TO GROOT CONSTANTIA One cold day the standard three classes went to Groot Constantia. Tbe homestead has a thatched roof and it is a white-wasbed gabled house. We entered the house and saw a beautiful pot from the Far East. We entered tbe bedroom and saw a four-poster bed with a cradle on each side. The furniture was all hand-carved. Most of the furniture was antique. Soon we went into the kitcben and saw the old barrels and pots. There was. also a hearth. Soon we went down to the slave quarters wbich were dark and gloomy inside. Tben we went down to the wine cellar and saw many interesting things. As we were coming out, we saw two cannons on each side of the entrance. Presently we caught the bus and returned to school. T. Yosslowitz, 3A.

A BRAVE DOG On a Friday night in the bolidays I saw a blind boy walking home {rom Scouts, with an Alsatian named Shane. Tbe dog's coat was black and tan. Tbe boy told me tbat be obtained the dog {rom the Guide Dogs' Association. The boy's name was Kevin. He was crossing over a road where men bad Jeft a hole. Suddenly the dog stopped and Kevin carried on. He {ell into the hole. At that moment Sbane ran to a man and wbined and wruned. Tbe dog walked until they eventually reached the hole. Tbe man pulled Kevin out of the hole and Shane received a reward of RIO wortb of bones and meat. On Sunday morning I went to Kevin's house to see if there was anything wrong with him. His mother said tbat he bad sprained his ankle. I asked rum if J may take Sbane back to tbe Guide Dogs' Association. Sbe said "Yes, please." So Sbane and I walked to the Guide Dogs' Association. I left Shane there. On Friday Kevin's {oot was much better. B. Jrlam, 3A.

A TRIP TO EUROPE It was the 14th June, and I was excited as I was. going to Greece, Israel, Italy, Switzerland, Holland and England. "Ding Dong" went tbe bell for IiUle break, and I dasbed bome. It was a long wait but I had to be patient. Tben we had to fly to Jo'burg to go through customs and at last we walked into an Alitalia DC8. A few minutes later the jet was airborne. An hour later we landed at Lusaka and alighted at the airport for something to drink, and I chose a coca cola. At 5 a.m., we arrived at Athens. At half past 6 we had a hearty breakfast and unpacked. Then we rested. We went to the Acropolis the next day, a day cruise to Hydro, and Aegina. We spent the afternoon swimming, and hired boats at Vola Gemeny and then drove back to the airport and flew by Olympic 707 to Tel Aviv. We slept at the Dan Hotel. Then we visited Gaza Ben Nordechi, a living memorial and then went to the beach. In Jerusalem there are the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Wailing. Wall, the Mount of Olives, Ammunition Hill and Mount Scopus. Then we went to Ashdot and Ashkelon. I swam in the Dead Sea, went to Madsada. and the Galilee. We spent the nigbt in Agelat Hashacar and then we returned to Tel Avivand flew to Rome where we saw the Castle of St.

A TRIP TO THE VICTORIA FALLS In the morning I woke up very happy for we were going on a boliday to the Victoria Falls. Soon we were on our way to the station. Presently we were sitting in tbe train. Suddenly we heard a bell. The engine pulled slowly out of the station. After two days we arrived at Salisbury. Our car came by train a day before we arrived. My father fetched tbe car and we drove to the Victoria Falls. As we approached we could see the dew, and a rainbow. We stopped and got out to have a look. Father said we might go through the rain forest. So we took off our sboes and walked slowly on. The ground was just mud. As I looked through tbe trees I could see tbe falls. It is about half a mile across and about two hundred feet down. 36

Angelo, the Colosseum, the Gardens of Tivoli and Hadrian's Villa and the Ville de Este with four thousand fountains and Aqueducts over the Tiber. We flew to Venice and bathed at the Lido, went on a gondola to the Rialto and to St. Mark's, similar to the Vatican, and just like St. Paul's. Then we went by train to Switzerland, by car to the Jongfrau and it was very cold. We went into town to look at the watches and then by car to Zurich and flew to Holland. We visited the Van Gogh paintings and the Ryks. Museum, drove around Holland and flew to England. We went in the tube, visited Eton, the Tate GalJery and the Tower of London. Then we flew home. J. Feitelson, 3A. STANDARD

My brother, Derek, was on another diving board when someone ga ve him a sharp push. Everyone stared open-mouthed with horror as Derek feU and hit his head against the side of the board, and then fell with a terrified scream into the water. There was a great splash. AU the officials (my father was one of them) rushed to where my brother had faUen into the water. To everyone's relief my brother was alive, but he had a hump where his head had hit the side of the board_ The boy who had pushed him was found and punished. T. Yach, 3B. DIE APPELDIEF Eendag het '0 seuntjie oor 'n boer se hek geklim en onder 'n appelboom gestaan. Hy het in die boom geklim en begin eet. Na 'n tydjie het die kwaai boer hom gesien. Hy het sy hond onder die boom laat bly. Die seuntjie was baie bang om uit te klim, want die hond wou hom byt. Laat daardie aand het die boer die seuntjie by sy oor huis toe gesleep. D. van Breda, 3B.

THE WINDHOEK AIR DISAS1ER On the 20th of April, 1968 the Boeing 707 called "Pretoria" left J. G. Strydom Airport, outside Windhoek. The plane reached the height of about six hundred feet, and started to wobble. Then suddenly the left wing burst into flames. The pilot, Captain E. Smith. tried to make a crash landing but crashed and the plane broke into three parts. There were seven survivors out of one hundred and twenty-nine people aboard. One hundred and twenty-two people had been kilJed. The ground was blackened for about a mile. When the "Pretoria" came down, it made huge craters in the ground. P. Blackbeard, 3B.

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OUTING WITH THE CUBS As I jumped out of bed, my heart leapt with joy because I was going on an outing with the cubs that day. It was not long before all of us were beginning to cUmb up the mountain. When we had arrived at the top, the cubmaster said we must aU look for footprints of animals on the ground. Soon a call from one of the cubs was heard. He had found the footprint of an animal, and we had to trace it on a piece of paper, and find out what kind of animal it was. One of the cubs already knew and told us that it was the footprint of a hare. We decided to go down the river and camp there. Our tents and luggage were soon in order. The cubmaster suggested we should make a raft, and once we had built it, we had to start lunch. We aU set out to look for wood, when a yell came from another cub - he had cut his finger. The cubmaster took out bis First-Aid kit and told us to watch how to bandage a finger correctly. After lunch we lay down for half-an-hour, then went rowing on the raft. We aU took turns to row. As night approached we made a large fire and the cubmaster read us a few stories. Later wben we were in bed, the camp fell silent. In the morning we set out for home. S. Barker, 3B.

AUTUMN In Autumn just about aU Nature's animals go to sleep. The soft gentle calling of the birds slowly fades. away as they fly to warmer countries. Few of them remain to fight the cold, wet Autumn with its lonely skeleton trees and branches swaying in the wind. Autumn is the time when aU the colourful leaves faU to the ground to form a faded golden carpet. of rust-covered leaves. G. Clayden, 3B. NEAR-TRAGEDY

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thought. When I neared the bottom I saw a little cave in a rock. I advanced closer to see what was in it, when suddenly I felt the cold tentacle of an octopus clutching me. I tried to scream, but couldn't. As I was drawn closer to that soft beak I calmed myself and stabbed at its eyes. Almost at once it let off a purplish fluid which coloured tbe water so much that I couldn't see wbat I was doing. I stabbed blindly again and the octopus let go. I at once swam upwards. I surfaced and I found tbat I was far away from tbe boat. I swam towards it, terrified that I would meet up with some other underwater creatures.

OUR NATIONAL HERITAGE The population of South Africa relies much upon our own farmers for a great deal of farm produce. Good soil is very important for the growth of these crops. Unfortunately much of the good top soil is continuously being washed away by a process which we call soil erosion. Soil erosion is caused both by man and nature. A good example of soil erosion caused by man is in Lesotho. The natives who live there keep too many cattle which graze too long on one piece of land. The result of this is that the grass is eaten right down to the roots and the wind and rain wash the top soil away and leave bare, rocky ground. This can be prevented by not overstocking as it is called, and planting grass, sour figs or lupins on unused fields. Soil erosion is also caused by rain water flowing over bare ground which forms little hollows. As they deepen, the water flows faster, deepening and widening the hollows until they eventually form large dongas. These dongas can be filled up by building walls across the path of the water. In the winter when flood water comes rushing into the donga it is stopped by the wall and the silt in the water gradually buijds up until the donga is filled. Another way of preventing soil erosion is by ploughing horizontally and not diagonally on hills. The flood water is caught by the ploughed lines instead of rushing straight down the hill. This method is called contour ploughing. D. Merrington,

When I got to tbe boat, I related the story to my dad. He was very sympathetic towards me but inwardly he knew that it couldn't bave been a very big octopus. I vowed that I would never go diving again. A. Knight, 4A. ADVENTURE BENEATH THE SEA It was a bright, sunny morning that day at Sunnyside Bay. On the little piece of beacb stood a group of four young men. Two of them were clad in thick rubber diving suits. Tben they dived into tbe deep, clear water of the Atlantic Ocean. The reason for this was simple, as those two young men were after a wreck, in which there was treasure! It all came about when Bob Davis' uncle had been killed in a motor car accident. In his will, everything, surprisingly, had been left to Bob. Among his belongings Bob had found an old map. On this map there was a drawing of Sunnyside Bay in the middle of which stood an old-fashioned ship and next to it was that exciting word, treasure! As Bob and his friend, Dave Roberts, descended, Bob could not belp feeling a surge of excitement run through him. They were then on the ocean bed, five fathoms below the surface where his friends, Charlie Beckett and Peter Naude, waited. Presently they came to tbe old wreck and Bob was forced to admire the staunch build of it. With excitement up to fever pitch inside him, Bob made his way into the wreck. Then, suddenly, Bob became aware of Dave waving his hands up and down. Bob then saw what Dave had seen: another frogman swimming quickly towards them with a knife in his hand! His first tbought was to swim away as fast as he could. But he calmed himself, and pulled out a skinning knife. When the other frogman saw it he swam away quickly. Bob and Dave then pulled the beavy box out of

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AN EXCITING DAY One bright summer's morning in the Christmas holidays my father informed me that we were to go diving that day. For my last birthday I had received a new diver's outfit, which included the oxygen tanks, and speargun. We packed our food, and diving equipment into the car, and drove off. When we arrived at our destination, which was Muizenberg, it was a bit cbilly but nevertheless we were not deterred. We bad brougbt the boat with us, and so we pushed the trailer down to the water and set the boat afloat. As we were in our costumes already, my Dad pulled strongly out to sea. When we were quite far out I decided to dive. As I sank into the cool, green depths, I wondered if tbere were any sharks about, but I soon shook off this silly 39

the wreck. They then bore it up to the surface and to their delighted friends. They then took it to the police and related their experience. A. Vann, 4A.

realised that my back was sticky and thoroughly wet. I was being stuck to an envelope with the two five-cent stamps, addressed to Germany. With a bump I landed in the letter box and shortly afterwards was taken out and sent on my way to Germany by plane. I arrived there twelve hours later and was delivered to an old house, where a young girl took the envelope and rushed inside. She was extremely fascinated by me and ran some hot water into a basin. She was going to take me off my envelope and keep me in a stamp album for years and years. Plop! I landed in the boiling water and received such a fright that I jumped off the envelope with a start and landed on my bedroom floor realising it was all a dream. A. Burman, 4B.

A TIIUNDERSTORM It was a still, dry day. A warm wind blew

gently in the trees. Everyone and everything was waiting. There was no cheerful twittering of birds, no dogs barking. No children were playing in the gardens. Clouds had piled up in the early afternoon and were now darkening the whole sky. AJI of a sudden the wind grew fiercer and some big, heavy raindrops fell, sizzling as they hit the dry road. An ominous rumbling could be heard in the distance, gradually growing louder as it came nearer. Suddenly there was a deafening crash of thunder and a vast sheet of lightning lit up the scene for a second. Suddenly there was a second roar, louder than the first one and a mighty oak crashed down somewhere. An owl Hew out of its branches, lucky to be alive, but hooting angrily for having his rest disturbed. In the silence that followed, the wind hurtled through the chimney pots and howled in the trees, trying to tear off their bare, twisted branches. Some tiles slithered off a roof, a ben-house toppled over then, too, the wind died down and lights flickered on in the disturbed village. Men came out to inspect the damage with hurricane lamps. The rain gushed down and swept away all the twigs and papers that the wind had left lying in the fields and roads. The village went back to its disturbed peace, the lights flicked off, and all that was left of that raging storm was the soft pattering of rain and a gentle moaning of the wind in what was left of the branches of the trees. P. Merrington, 4A. STANDARD

THE RIDER A rider gallops down the cobbled street, In to a canyon where the mountains meet, The chill of the wind, Eats through his boots, And in the distance an old owl hoots. But still he rides onward through the night, Hardly aware of tbe tbick frost's bite. It starts to get lighter,

Tbe trees still blow, Then in the distance a cock begins to crow, And tbe rider gallops away, At the silent break of day. A. Greenberg, 4B.

THE TRAMP'S DEED With a vivid Hash the heavens parted, And with a splash the rain started, The hills resounded with a thunderous roar, The sea thundered and into the sky did soar. The Jittle wild animals hurried down their holes, But the rain and wind and ice battered their tired But sadly those who could not run,

THE STORY OF A ONE-CENT STAMP Were found alone in tbe morning sun. A man and a dog would pass nigh, Stop, and utter a sorrowful sigh. Then he would kneel and pray, And standing up resume his way, Leaving behind a little cross, That soon Nature would cover with moss.

"Help!" I screamed. I was rapidly shrinking into a tiny little square. Now I could no longer shout for I had been turned into a one-cent stamp ready to be sold on the post-office counter. A young boy entered the post-office, and walked up to the counter. "Two five cent stamps and one one-cent stamp please," said the boy to the clerk. He gave the boy two five-cent stamps and then T

D. Gill, 4B.

THE WILD DUCK

maar ek het bly staan. Ek het skaars asemgehaal toe elie man my sien. Hy het nader gekom en sy geweer gelig maar voor hy kon skiet het my vriend van agter gekom en hom duiselig geslaan. Toe het ek iets gesien. Kon elit waar wees? Ja, elit was 'n los part in elie opening en ons het elit gou uitgehaal en deurgeswem. Ons het ontsnap uit elie bande van Kommunisme. B. Hack, 4B.

One summer's day I was rieling along the road through the marsh when I heard the cry of a wild duck in the reeds nearby. I stopped and looked into the reeds and there was a wild duck flapping its one wing because the other was broken. I took the bird home and cared for it. Slowly but surely it became weLLand very tame, finally eating from my hand. One fine day I let it go free and it joined the other ducks who were migrating to warmer countries. I never thought about him again but as spring filled the air the next year, I heard the ducks as they returned home again. As I went outside one of them dropped from the sky down into the yard and came waddling forward. I knew at once that it was the one I had cared for. It stayed with me until the autumn came again, when it flew away with the others. Every spring I long for its return. J. Hamilton, 4B.

THE 4B'S MOTTO 1. We are never late for school, We obey the golden rule, Be always right on time Is our motto. 2. We always do our work, We're never known to shirk, Be always on the job Is our motto. 3. We keep our books so neat, Mr. J. says it's a treat, Be tidy and complete Is our motto.

UIT DIE BANDE VAN KOMMUNISME Dit was die jaar 1963 en ek was alleen in my kamer in Oos-Berlyn, elie .land van my straf. Ek was daar gebore en ek het my hele lewe daar gebly. Maar ek het daardie nag besluit dat ek gaan ontsnap. Die volgende more het ek en my kamer-maat gesit en praat hoe ons uit elie land kan kom. Toe het my vriend gesĂŞ, "Die ou rivier wat deur die muur gaan. Daar is een wag maar ons kan probeer." Ek het saamgestem en ons het toe dadelik begin planne maak. Ons het beplan om die volgende aand te gaan. Ons het ou klere aangetrek en ons sakke voIgemaak .met belangrikke artikels. Ons het in elie stilte van die aand vertrek en saggies die hoofstraat afgeloop. 'n Rukkie later het ons by die park gekom waar die rivier begin en van daar af moes ons swem. Ons het saggies in elie water geklim, na die muur begin swem en net vir asem opgekom. Ons het nader aan elie muur gekom en toe die groot soekligte gesien. Ons het teen aan die wal geswem en net in die skaduwee van huise vir asem opgekom. Later het ons by die opening in die muur gekom en toe het ons iets sleg uitgevind - die opening was met doringdraad toegemaak. Ons bet uit die water gek.lim en op 'n dun muurplaat gestaan. Toe het ons voetstappe geboor nader kom. My vriend het saggies in die water geklim

4. We never make a noise, Like the rowdy 4A boys, Be as quiet as can be Is our motto. 5. Mrs. J. says our singing, Is ljke bells that are ringing, Be always well in tune Is our motto. 5. We never talk in class, That's why we all will pass, Be attentive all the time That's our motto. G. Meyer,4B. THE BOOTLACE For For For For For And

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The fresh water fish is as swift and agile as the sea fish, the trout being the most common. It lives in swift running streams with plenty of eddies and whirlpools. It also lives in the sea like the salmon. When migrating towards the sea in autumn, it leaps up little waterfalls, some of them four feet high. The bass is not so widely distributed in the Cape as the trout but can be found near Stellenbosch in tbe Jonkershoek hatcheries. The bream is said to be one of the oldest fisb living. Some have been caught at an age of twelve years which is a great age for a fish. An interesting point about the carp is that it has taste barbels which helps it when tasting its food which is a great blow to anglers for they cannot use lures of any kind. G. Brett, SA.

I ran towards tbe Old Drill Hall where the "Playtime Wonderland" exbibition was being sponsored by a host of leading toy firms. The "Matchbox Scalectrix" set was one of the many fascinating features. There were a large number of imported toys under the Stafford Shaw stand. There was a large collection of dolls on show and also the very popular "glooks". The plastic toys for the smaller children were very popular. A motor-bike company had their leading creations on sale wh.ich were submitted as first prize in a competition held in the hall. The Scalectrix firm organised free rides with the little cars which attracted a considerable crowd of people. A sweet counter was situated in the middle of the hall which sold candy-sticks, all-day suckers and many delicious sweets. Dolls' dresses were sold at a stand where one migbt see coloured women making them.

A HOLIDAY AT NGOROGORO It was early one mornmg when my mother awakened me and reminded me that it was that day we were to start on our journey over a thousand miles of East-African bushveld. An hour later we had piled into the "land-rover" and were bumping along an old cart-track. In an hour's time we had stopped at the "Nairobi-Club" to stock up with cold-drinks and supplies. A little later we were travelling at a steady pace towards the Tanzanian border. On reaching the "Serrengetti-plains" we underwent a complete medical check-over due to the prevalence of sleeping-sickness brought by the "tsetse-fly." The car was sprayed and we were inoculated against the dreaded disease. After this ordeal we proceeded through the game packed country.

Games to play indoors in the winter were on show. A lady was demonstrating a game by the name of "Spiro-Graph" which makes patterns. It is fascinating to discover the number of indoor games there are. When one is at home on a rainy day, one thinks there is nothing to do. J also thought so until I saw these games. After boarding the train home, I thought of what a great variety of toys we have to play with. But half the children don't realise it. G. Brown, SA.

Within two days we had reached the town of Arusha which is the nearest civilised spot in four bund.red miles of the Ngorogoro crater. As the road had been washed away by heavy rains it was very hard going. Once within the walls of the camp we pitched our tent and waited for dawn. As the sun rose our battered "land-rover" clambered down the steep volcanic walls. On the floor of the crater we employed the system of chasing game in the "land-rover" across the bottom of the volcano. After sampling tasty snacks we drove to ~ shady secluded spot where we sighted a pride of lions consuming their kill. At the end of an enjoyable week we returned to Nairobi.

FISHES OF THE CAPE The thin streamlined body of the fish cannot be compared with any other living creature. The powerful tail fin is used to propel the fish at a tremendous speed through the blue depths. It is really remarkable the way they obtain their food witb the tides. The cannibals of the sea eat any fis.bin sight. The barracuda, kabeljou and yellowtail are a few of the migrants that call at False Bay during the summer months. The well-known rock feeders such as the dassie, galjoen, hottentot and John Brown do not eat fish, but rock creatures such as worms, red bait and mussels which wash off rocks at high tide. These fish are well known

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Sitting down to homework one day, I lapsed into a day-dream. It was a particularly cold day, and I wondered how the trees, the plants and animals were enjoying it. It is a sad thought to experience because, even if one's own cat is sitting cosily by the hearth, many other less fortunates are out there in the bitter cold, probably dripping wet. A great vision came before my eyes. I saw trees scattered about this dream land. There were so many that one could not count them all. Underneath these I saw zebras and buck enjoying the bright sunshine, although the sun was hidden for a moment behind the one cloud that paraded the sky. The lions, a .little distance away, were fenced in because there would be danger if they met the graceful buck. I could see harmless little monkeys performing tricks, which, in my opinion, were just a little too dangerous for them. However, none of the daring little things met with any mishaps. Further on I witnessed a fight between two baboons, one named Ringo and the other, Jeb, the latter winning by hitting the other on the head. They impressed a small crowd who had gathered to watch it. After his victory Ringo, just a little too over confident, began throwing water at poor Jeb, and the attendant had to separate them. This zoo had an enormous space for the birds to enjoy, and after seeing it, I wondered if the cage was bigger than my own garden. Of course, it wasn't, that was impossible, but it might have been. There are an infinite number of birds in the cage. Enough, I thought, to impress any bird enthusiast. I would just envy the person who visits this animal paradise. In my mind there is only one person capable of building a perfect zoo and that is God himself. Now my thoughts are rudely interrupted, as I must go to tea and currant buns. It is cold outside, but thinking of my ideal nature reserve will help to improve the situation. D. Chait, SA. PUTT-PUTT-A

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fessionals, who are engaged in other jobs but can enter competitions which are played on a money basis. A person can become a professional only when he or she is eighteen years old. Many people think that Putt-Putt is a game of luck, but they are wrong, as has been proved. Putt-Putt has grown a great deal in popularity among the boys and girls between the ages of ten and fourteen years. At each Putt-Putt course, there is a challenge system. There are three ladders, one for the professionals, one for the senior amateurs and one for the juniors. At the end of the season the three people who are at the top of the junior ladder, go to America for a year. Their schooling and clothing are paid for by Putt-Putt. They also represent South Africa in American competitions. Putt-Putt is a most enjoyable game, although it is played both for money and for pleasure. A. Katz, SA. THE 1965 REURES

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Every year the small country town of Le Mans in France is the scene of the biggest and longest world endurance race for sports and Gran Turismo cars. The race takes place every year on the twentieth of June. The 1965 Le Mans was a scene of activity, hustle and bustle. Once more, Ford and Ferrari would battle the full twenty-four hours of the gruelling race for top honours with the German Porsches providing a strong challenge. Tbe two minute bell rang out a note of excitement, with only two minutes to go before this historic race would take place. They're off! Fords, Ferraris, Porsches, Chaparrals, Alfa Romeos and a host of other cars jumped off the line. As the cars tore down the main straight it was a yellow Ford G.T. in the lead with a Ferrari right on his tail. A little way back followed two Porsches and a Chaparral. The position after six hours was, Ford in the lead still followed by a Ferrari P.2. Then suddenly it happened. The leading Ford, feeling the pressure on him, entered ArangĂŞ bend at onehundred and forty miles per hour. Not being able to control his machine, Chris Parkers had a disastrous crash which cost him his life. The black flag was waved and all the racers stopped their machines, waiting for tbe track to be cleared of the metal pieces scattered for hundreds of yards. After a short delay tbe race was resumed with Ferrari in the lead.

After eighteen hours of driving, only twelve cars remained in the race out of forty-three starters. The Ferrari pit mechanics were overjoyed at the thought of winning the Le Mans. At four o'clock the winning Ferrari came over the hill crossing the line three laps ahead of the second Ferrari. Ferrari were first, second and third at Le Mans. What a wonderful ending to such an exciting race. L. de Wet, SA.

at him, and told him that there was nothing to it. "We'll see," he said mysteriously. "We'll see." Five minutes later, we were out on the water, and I was attaching hooks and sinkers to our lines. Fred halted the boat, and dropped anchor. We then took up our rods, let the lines drop into the water, and patiently waited. After an hour we began to tire of this sport, as we had only caught one fish between us. I suggested exploring the river, and Fred agreed. He pulled up the anchor and then handed the oars to me. "Well let's see how good you are at rowing," he said. I took the oars with astonishment, and lifted them out of their holders. I had never rowed before and did not know what to do. Fred put them back in their holders and implored me to hurry up. I tugged them backwards and forwards, hoping that I was doing the right thing. I looked up, and there was Fred rolling about, doubled up with laughter. I was so astonished that I let go of the oars, and sadly watched them floating swiftly down the river. Our craft drifted slowly down after them for about three miles, where we eventuaUy managed to coax it to the shore. We climbed out, tied it securely to a nearby tree, and trudged four miles back to the boathouse. On our arrival we left instructions for someone to collect the boat, and from there, we proceeded to our homes, where we spent the rest of the day resting our weary limbs. S. Behr, SB.

A VISIT TO THE AIRPORT One afternoon I, Terry, decided to visit a private airfield near our house. On reaching the airport, I was delighted to see that my uncle was flying his light aircraft. My uncle asked if I would like a flip in the plane. I was most excited and did not hesitate to accept the invitation. After I had boarded the plane, uncle started the engine, turned the 'plane into the wind and a minute later we rose into the air. I strapped myself into the seat as we were about to do a roll. My uncle dropped one flap, and applied pressure on the rudder. The plane completed a perfect roll. In a faster aircraft it is only necessary to apply slight pressure on the rudder, as it will roll with ease. We were nearing the coast and so my uncle brought the 'plane down to five hundred feet. We swooped over a holiday resort and the people were astounded and surprised to see how low the 'plane was. My uncle banked and headed for the airfield. The scenery was beautiful and the land below took the shape of a man. A few minutes later we approached the airfield. My uncle lowered the flaps, and the 'plane glided into land. I thanked my uncle very much for the flight and then r:an home. T. Redman, SA.

REVENGE The bright yellow weaver bird returned home with a mouth full of grubs, just in time to see a long green snake worming out from her nest. She immediately realised that her young family had been eaten and so she flew up to a high branch to think how she could get revenge. Just then, as the snake was lowering itself to the ground, the weaver bird saw a little mongoose skipping along the path by the tree in which the nest was made. She flew between the snake and the mongoose making angry noises so that the mongoose turned and saw the snake. It quickly prepared for battle and circled the snake, waiting for an opening while the bird watched, and then like a flash the mongoose leaped at tbe snake's head and bit straight through its bead, killing it instantly. Tbe little weaver then flew up to ber nest to repair it and was content with her revenge.

THE INEXPERIENCED OARSMAN On the first day of the July holidays my friend Fred invited me to accompany him on a fishing trip. I accepted the kind invitation, and early the next morning we set off for the boathouse, situated on the banks of a wide river. It was only on our arrival that I discovered that the boat we were going in was a rowing boat. I don't know what kind of boat I had imagined, but seeing that we were going in a rowing boat came as quite a shock to me. I told Fred that and he replied that a rowing boat was not so easy to handle. I laughed

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reeled in our lines, stuck the rods under some scrub, and ran down to where the boat lay. Without thinking we jumped into it and both grabbed the oars. Fred was experienced at this sort of thing, I was not although I did not let Fred know that. I asked Fred if I might row first, and then pushed the boat into the sea. I took the pieces of wood in my hands and began to row. At first it seemed rather easy, but a few minutes later I began to feel the strain. The boat decreased in speed, moved slowly, more slowly, and finally until it was hardly moving. Suddenly the boat hit a rock which I had failed to see. It overturned and we fell head-first into the ice-cold water. When we surfaced, I gasped for breath, for I was far from a good swimmer. We clung to a rock nearby, and, seeing a small craft in the distance, began to shout for help. The people aboard somehow heard us and made for the spot where Fred and I were. They helped us aboard, where they treated us to hot coffee. We recovered our fishing rods, after thanking the people for their kindness, and made for home, wet and sad. However on the brighter side, Fred had caught three fish which he gave to his mother that night, for supper. As for me, I don't think I'll go fishing again especially in rowing boats.

It was a bright Spring afternoon, one well suited for fishing, or an outing at the sea. Fred, a keen fisherman, and my closest friend, arrived at my house, with his fishing rod and bait, suggesting such an idea. I willingly agreed, although I had never relished the thought of sitting on the rocks fishing, for a whole day. I did not possess a fishing rod, but Fred's elder brother had offered to lend me his for the afternoon. My mother was only too pleased to let us go, for that afternoon, like all Sunday afternoons, was her bridge day. Half an hour later, Fred and I were strolling towards the beach, Fred of course, thinking of the wonderful afternoon which lay before him. After a rather long walk, we reached our destination, chose a comfortable spot, cast our lines, and settled down, waiting for that tug, which every fisherman hopes for. After two unsuccessful hours, I began to get bored, and looked around for other means of entertainment. To my surprise, there on the beach, lay a small rowing boat, half eaten away by time, and beside it lay two oars, with which one could steer the boat. Now, that was something exciting! I related my idea to Fred, and to my delight, he seconded the motion. We

1968 has been a big year for the school library. As much as possible has been done to improve the facilities available.

of decimal classification and, although it will probably mean much work in its introduction and upkeep (schoolboys are no respecters of classification systems).

During previous years the books had been allowed to lose their proper places on the shelves, but this year the confusion has been sorted out, thanks to tbe hard work of the librarians.

It would be appropriate at this point to remember Mr. Parkins, the master in charge of the library, and Mr. Blackbeard, without their help and co-operation it would have been difficult to make any progress. Also to be thanked are those boys who have given up much of their time working in the library.

Of more interest to the users of the library are the large numbers of new books, covering a wide range of interests, which have been added to the library. Not only has the lending library been expanded, but the reference section as well. In fact there's barely room for all the new reference books!

It is hoped that the progress made this year will be continued in the years to come.

It is intended to introduce the Dewey system

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DE WAAL HOUSE House Masters: Mr. J. Mathew, Mr. P. Broster. House Captain: J. Cawood. Vice-Captain: J. Sims. Secretary: D. Calder. Committee: K. Kolesky, R. Weilers, B. Rookledge. Athletics: De Waal managed to gain only third place owing to the lack of spirit in the middle-age groups. Those wbo distinguished themselves were: M. Cawood (U.12), K. Bluff (U.14), K. Kolesky (U.19), B. de Vries (U.19), D. Calder (U.19) and J. Cawood (U.l9), wbo was Victor Ludorum for the second year running. Swimming: Here again De Waal finished tbird. However, they put up a better performance than in the atbletics. Tbe lead.ing swimmers were P. Weir (U.l9), R. Burns (U.l9), B. Davidson (U.19) and A. Falconer (U.16), wbo must be congratulated on gaining provincial bonours. Cricket: In the inter-house cricket we met with greater success, finishing second. Our seniors won their section, but the juniors let us down again. J. Cawood (V.C.), K. Kolesky and B. Rookledge were regular 1st XI members and were awarded colours. Tennis: With two first team players, T. Wi 1mat and B. de Vries, we managed to gain only thiId place in the competition. Both the above players were awarded colours. Rugby: Tbis year we had three strong teams in the house games, whicb we won. Our U.19 team, despite playing witbout Rookledge and Cawood, won all its games. We had eigbt members in the 1st XV: K. Horton (Colours), R. Weilers, T. Wilmot (Colours), K. Kolesky (Blues), D. Calder (Blues), J. Sims (Honours), B. Rookledge (Honours) and J. Cawood (Honours). Cawood, Sims and Rookledge must be congratulated on representing Western Province in the Craven Week. Cross-Country: On this occasion the members sbowed tbat they had some spirit and just about everybody ran. P. Weir, R. Peake, H. Bosman and M. Cawood put up excellent performances to help us gain a second place. Prefects: J. Sims was appointed a School prefect.

The lack of spirit in the midd.le group seems to be tbe cause of our slump in the last few years, and if this can be rectified, De Waal will once again become a major house in the interhouse competition. WELLINGTON HOUSE House Master: Mr. D. Bromberger. House Captain: P. ("Bullie") Baerecke. Vice-Captain: 1. Scott. Secretary: A. Goosen. Committee: B. GouId, D. Asher, M. Cox, K. Long, A. Cook:, A. Jacobs. Undoubtedly the foundation of all our success this year has been the enthusiasm infused into everybody by Mr. Bromberger. Wellington spirit won througb in varying degrees in most aspects of School life. Tbanks go bath to Mr. Bromberger and to "Bullie" Baerecke and his committee for their example and support especially evident at the Athletics Meeting. Our junior leader was Sacher. Athletics: With few outstanding athletes, but all the spirit and training we could muster, we won. Le Roux did well in the Junior events, and congratulations go to Asher, Steadman, Sacks and Oosthuizen in the senior divisions. But above all, the honours go to our relay teams, one and all, that covered themselves with glory, obtaining 36 out of a possible 50 points. Swimming: Well done, Van Riebeeck, but you beat us by only two points. Our younger swimmers did well and we can look forward to a rosy future after a few lean years if tbey keep this up. Ben Gould and Alan Hammond eacb broke the records in each of their tbree races, and both represented W.P. at the S.A. Senior Championships. Well done! Many of the points, as in the athletics, came from the team events. Rugby: We were represented in the First Team by P. Baerecke (captain), A. Ross, A. Goosen and M. Cox; Bowie, Cook and Long playing occasional games. These boys were the force that pushed us into second place behind De Waal 10 the senior house games. Judo: We came joint second with Rhodes in the house competition. Where is our fighting spirit? There were not even enough boys to make up a full house team! Congratulations go to 49

Baerecke, Milford, Bremer, Sheppard and Britz for their Herculean efforts. Hockey: Congratulations to two of our number, Des Ligneris and Stalling, for getting into W.P. hockey trials, and the whole corps of hockey players is to be congratulated on their fine performance in pushing our team into the first division in its second year of playing. Cricket: In the house games we were hopelessly outplayed, with Reyneke and Bakkum our only two players of any standing. Other Sport: We congratulate Barry Cohen, the School champion, who ping-ponged his way into the W.P. junior table tennis team. Well done! Asher was the only force in the woefully weak Wellington House tennis team; he also represented his province, this time at the S.A. Championships in Klerksdorp. In the Badminton Club Danny Blanckenberg did well to keep his place in a team of W.P. players. Cadets and Band: Scott, Baerecke and Lea guided, ordered and bawled A Company into second position in the competition. The Societies: Leaving the sporting side of School life, we find that Wellington was well. represented in cultural activities. Ben Gould has reached the highest peak in mountain club affairs, as chairman of one of the School's most active clubs. Scott was chairman of the Students' Christian Union and Rubin of the Hebrew Cultural Society and the Photographic Club. Wellington was the tone behind the School Orchestra: congratulations go to the four Wellington soloists and to Sheppard and Goosen for their fine performances in "Iolanthe" . Prefect Body: Scott, Goosen, Baerecke, Pogrund, Gould and Rubin were all chosen as School Prefects for 1968. Spirit has been the formula for all our achievements, and if the Wellington spirit flies as high as it has done this year, we can look forward to a bright future over the next few years at least.

lar mention must go to the enthusiasm of our house masters, Messrs. Oosthuizen and Voigt and Leon Oosthuizen and the committee. Thanks must go to all these. Rugby: The House games were, as usual, closely contested. The fiery pack toiled up against our towering opponents and won a fair share of the ball, but somewhere along the line we erred and finished only third in the senior log. In tbe final playings, however, we ended up joint second. As the season ran its course, Corbitt, Brownlie and Oosthuizen found regular 1st XV places, while Schewitz, Kitley, Cratborne and Goodwin all had tbeir turns. A wards: Colours: L. Oosthuizen. Cricket: Our House cricket side was unequaIJed in britliance. Not even tbe once mighty De Waal could deny us victory and our team, whicb would bave done the Springboks proud in talent路 and spirit, with help from the Under Fifteens, won tbe Inter-House Cup for the first time. M. McClurg (captain), N. Woodin, J. Townsend and P. Goodwin have all found regular places in tbe top eleven in Western Province schools' cricket. Awards: Colours: J. Townsend, N. Woodin. Athletics: Although most unlucky not to win the annual sports, Van Riebeeck gave an outstanding account of themselves in all events, from the 440 to tbe non路competitors' mile. Leon Oosthuizen, John Williamson and Hilton Harris (under fourteen) all excelled in their respective events, Oosthuizen winning the 'Don McDonald Best Performance' Trophy. Awards: Blues: L. Oosthuizen; Colours: J. Williamson. Swimming: Don Scbolander would bave had difficulty in finding a place in our team, even in the Under Ten division. Thus it came as no surprise to us wben we carried off the Gala Trophy. Yach and the Perry and Tyler brothers dominated tbe Junior sections and the seniors did everything expected of tbem other than smash world records. Thanks to P. Anderton for his work with the Juniors. Tenn.is: Van Gysen and Townsend formed the spearhead of our house team, which is faring well in the as yet undecided house games. They both represent the First School Team which has lost but one match, that against Rondebosch. Awards: Blues: D. van Gysen. Colours: L. Shlomowitz. Judo: This year the powerful Van .Riebeeck contingent took the honours in the inter-house

A.G. VAN RIEBEECK HOUSE House Masters: Mr. Oosthuizen and Mr. Voigt. House Captain: L. Oosthuizen. Secretary: P. Goodwin. Committee: P. Anderton, P. Crathorne, S. Kitley, M. McClurg, J. Townsend, P. Wilmot. This year, as has been the case in preceding years, Van Riebeeck has fared well. This success must be credited to the whole house, but parti:::u50

competItJOn. Hearty congratulations to Dave O'Neill and Hewitt on being selected for Western Province Juniors. Awards: Blues: D. O'Neill; Colours: Wessels, Hewitt. Badminton: For the second successive year, P. Goodwin captained the First Team, which has for three years remained undefeated. Chess: As in the sporting fields, our members have distinguished themselves here. 1. Schewitz won the School championships and the runner-up was R. Waring. What is more, Van Riebeeck's team of potential Grand Masters won the interhouse competition. Cross-Country: Van Riebeeck entered wholeheartedly into this contest and John Williamson did very well, winning the Under 19 event. Our teams in all sections produced good results, and with the ability and promise shown should continue to do well in the years to come. Williamson's win was within Blues time, but at the time of going to Press, no award had yet been made. Hockey: This year, for the first time, Wynberg entered teams into the Schools' League and McClurg, Woodin, Van Gysen and Harris were members of the First team and played particularly well. Special mention must go to McClurg and Woodin, final trialists, and D. van Gysen, preliminary trialist in the Western Province Schools' Hockey trials. Awards: Blues: McClurg; Colours: Van Gysen, Harris and Woodin. Prefects: P. Crathorne (Head), L. Oosthuizen (Vice Head), M. McClurg, P. Goodwin and S. Kitley. The last of these bas recently been seriously injured in a car accident. We hope he recuperates quickly, and we are looking forward to having him back at School. P.G. RHODES

Mr. Morris and by the new recruit, Mr. Lionel Heath. We should like to welcome Mr. Heath, and thank him for his work during his maiden year in our prominent house. Gratitude is also due to the committee under Barry Morris, for continued effort in the face of overwhelming odds. Rugby: Our house teams, those in the Under 19, 15 and 13 groups, did not excel this year. The Under 19 side, especially, had to contend with teams with more 1st XV players. Our own representatives in the School's 1st XV were J. Katz, B. Morris and I. Emms. Our congratulations go to J. Katz for his Rugby Blue and to B. Morris for his Colours. Rising talent, especially in this year's Under 13 age group, augurs well for Rhodes's future. Cricket: Rhodes was well represented in the Ist XI by R. Kent, B. Morris, R. Clark and 1. Emms. R. Kent was awarded his Colours. Lack of numbers led to our disappointing results in House Cricket. Swimming: In a closely contested gala, Rbodes were unlucky to finish last, for until the final relays, we had featured prominently. Notable performances came from I. Rosenberg, G. Goles and N. OettlĂŠ. Athletics: Yet again, Rhodes seemed to be cheated of victory only in the dying stages of the Annual Athletic Championships. Altbough we came only 3rd, we were just eight points behind the eventual winners, Wellington. Bernard Schneider, a promising athlete, deservedly won the Under 16 Championship. F. Kaljs did well in athletics and also came 3rd in the Schools' open Cross Country race. He is to be congratulated on representing Western Province as a Junior Walker. He gained his Colours award for Athletics. The junior athletes bad spirit, albeit no success. Tennis: Rbodes was this year the major force on the tennis courts, winning the House Competition from Van Riebeeck. Five Rhodes players represented the School in the 1st League: A. Barnard, R. Blackbeard, R. Josephson, R. Kent and A. Werbeloff. The first three players were awarded Tennis Colours, with R. Josephson captaining one team. R. Blackbeard won the internal Under 15 singles title. Badminton: A. Barnard and R. Clark represented the 1st team and G. Goles the 2nd, and twice the 1st. A. Barnard is congratulated on representing W.P. juniors, and be has been awarded a Badminton Blue.

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House Masters: Messrs. A. Morris, L. Heath. House Captain: B. Morris. Vice-Captain: J. Katz. Secretary: R. Josephson. Committee: G. Bloom, R. Clark, I. Emms, G. Goles, R. Kent, N. OettlĂŠ, 1. Rosenberg, B. Schneider. This year has not been one of outstanding success for Rhodes House. However, if there was no victory, there was at least keen endeavour. As usual, Rhodes had a good spirit, fostered by

Judo: The Westmoreland force was sadly missed, but F. du Toit represented the 1st Judo team. Rhodes came 2nd in the inter-bouse competition. Sailing: Morris, the (following prominently

Table Tennis Club: A. Werbeloff is to be congratulated on representing W.P. 'B' juniors. Cultural Affairs: In this spbere Rhodes played a leacling role. J. Katz was chairman of the Debating Society and captained the debating team, with R. Josephson and P. Furman, which won the Inter-Schools' Forum Debate. D. Rubel of Rhodes was in the chess team and R. JosephSOn led the Science Club. Prefects: B. Morris, J. Katz, R. Josephson and N. OettIĂŠ. On behalf of the Captain and Deputy, I should like to thank the House, and especially Mr. Morris, for excellent support during 1968. The Rhodes members might do well to remember that tbe essence of achievement is taking part, and that persistent effort invariably brings success. R.J.

Under tbe personal leadership of Mr. club was again active, with Bongers in his father's footsteps) featuring on the waves of Zeekoevlei.

Hockey: In this growing sport, Clark was a member of the Ist team that did so well to finish 2nd on the Jog in its first season. Band: I. Emms, on the tenor drum, and Robertson, the School's solo drummer, were Rhodes' representatives. In the preliminary selections for solo awards, 1. Emms was adjudged the second best tenor drummer and 1. Robertson the best side-drummer at the annual competition.

Chairman: M. Rubin. Secretary: K. Fine. Committee: P. Hargitai,

brought along some of his own prints to i.llustrate his talk. The prizes awarded were as follows: Transport: (.1) Hey; (2) Hey; (3) Wilson. Sport: (I) Hargitai; (2) Hey; (3) Rubin. Humour: (1) Hargitai.

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Th.is year saw the revitalization of the Photographic Society, after several years of decline. The excellent progress is due mainly to hard work on the part of the committee and tbe enthusiasm of members.

More than eighty entries were received in the colour slide section, which was won by Fine. During August, the Committee decided to organize an Inter-School Competition. Rondebosch Boys' High, Plumstead High, Herzlia, Bishops, Sea Point Boys' High and Cape Town High are participating, and nearly two hundred prints and the same number of slides are expected. I should like to thank Mr. Stuart Coleman, Mr. Bob Adshade and M r. Nicolas Jordaan for agreeing to judge the competition, as well as those who are sponsoring us for their generous prizes. The subjects are Sport, Animal Life, Architecture ~nd Portraiture. It is hoped that this competition will become an annual one. Last, but not least, our sincere thanks go to Mr. Mathew for the use of tbe Hiology Theatre, and to Mr. Broster (master-in-charge) for his assistance and guidance.

At the beginning of the year, tbe darkroom was restocked, and it became the centre of the society's activities during afternoons and evenings. Enlarging and printing techniques were demonstrated on several occasions to new members. Our thanks go to Mr. Morris for letting us use the masters' changing room as our darkroom. Thi.s room proved most suitable. In the first term, a successful competition was held, and twenty-five entries in the categories of Action, Portraiture and Scenery were received. Judging was by Mr. Fair, a former master-incharge of the society. In the second quarter the number of entries doubled. Mr. Charles Field kindly agreed to judge the photographs, as well as give a general talk on picture-taking. He

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Chairman: L. Oosthuizen. Secretary: M. Rubin. Committee: P. Crathorne, A. Goosen, P. Anderton, J. Benjamin.

their training of the boys' chorus and the soloists. It would be difficult to find a sweeter aCtress and singer than Melody Ogden for the role of the leading lady. Patrick Anderton, playing opposite Melody, carried off rus difficult part with great aplomb. The convening acting and excellent singing of John Sheppard and Andre Goosen were overshadowed only by the brilliant acting and outstanding appreciation of Gilbert and Sullivan by Michael Herbert. The regal Beatrice Roselaar, and Ruth Brown both played their parts admirably. Much praise goes to the competent stage management team and the W.G.H.S. art department for the excellent settings, especially in Act II. The girls' roles did not lend themselves to colourful costumes, but it is a long time since such

First Function In collaboration With "our friends across the fence", a memorable performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's 'Iolanthe' was presented early trus year. It played to packed audiences for four rughts. Sound production, lively music, young talent and effective dĂŠcor all contributed to its success. Mrs. Jennings and Miss Gundi made maximum use of organ and piano and gave tone to the show. Miss Basevi, after eight months of rehearsal, produced the excellent show. Mr. Verwymeren and Miss Liefman are to be thanked for

one. He puts the stone into a pot of water together with a chicken and a piece of ham which Sybil provides. Tbe latter likes the taste of the brotb, and sbe excbanges tbe food for tbe stone. Wben the guest arrives, tbere is nothing to eat. Tbe excellent diction and convincing acting impressed all. These two plays were well produced by Mr. L. Heath. Ben Gould and his helpers were responsible for tbe excellent stage set and reali.stic sound effects. The Afrikaans play "Die Ring" was a joint production by Afrikaans Masters Blom, de Jongh and Fourie. The male lead, Ian Scott, as brother of the bride, was ably supported by the fema]e lead, Janet Shawn, of Wynberg Girls' in the part of the bridesmaid, Philip Wilmot, the father of the bride, Bridget Dreyer, also of W.G.H.S. in the allimportant role of the bride, and her spouse-to-be, Robin Burns. Other participants in this matrimonial incident were Mariana Fourie (tbe mother of tbe bride) and Robert Good (the groom's brother). The play was well received. The action centred round a wedding ring mjsappropriated by tbe jealous sister of tbe bride. Tbis unfortunate girl was misled by the kindly, brotherly affection on the part of the bridegroom, to fancy that tbe Jatter preferred her to his prospective bride. However, as is customary, all things end happily.

striking costumes as those worn by the Peers were seen on a Wynberg stage. They contributed greatly to the general impression of the performance. Why more of our boys cannot see the value of such a production remains a mystery. Although the boys in tbe cast had some testing times during rehearsals, a few now wish to join the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Cape Town, while all immensely enjoyed working for tbe show. Second Function During the second term, Mr. Kallaway arranged for a party of boys to attend a performance of "Turandot", one of Capab's operas, at a nominal cost. A packed theatre thoroughly enjoyed the opera, especially the beautiful singing of Joyce Barker and Ge Korsten. Our thanks go to Mr. KalJaway for providing the opportunity to see this superb production. Third Function On the 14th and 15th June the dramatic department presented three short plays. 'The Death Trap' tells of Prince Dimitri, Prince of Austria (David Cratborne) who is wanted out of the way by Colonel Gimitza, Major Vontief and Captain Schultz, played by Graham Buchholtz, Maurice Goldstein and Andrew Klopper respectively. Dimitri's great friend, Doctor Stronetz (Chcl[les Facer), arrives at tbe ca tie just before the three get into action, and performs a hasty medical inspection of Dimitri. He tells them of tbe prince's ill-health; on hearing this the officers leave. Dimitri, thinking this a trick, congratulates Stronitz, who confesses, however, that his diagnosis was correct. Taking a small bottle of fatal poison, Dimjtri pours its contents into a bottle of wine. He beckons to the officers and hands them each a glass of the wine. They all drain their glasses and die, Dimitri also dying but liquidating his enemies at tbe same time. 'The Pot of Broth' had as its central character a tramp (Barry Barnard) who wanders into a house looking for food. The owner (Gary Fitzpatrick) enters the room and invites the tramp to sit down and partake of a meal. Just tben his wife, Sybil (Ian Stevenson), puts in an appearance and cruelly orders the tramp (0 depart as they were expecting a guest for dinner. Showing the woman a stone that he had picked up to throw at a dog, the tramp explains that it is a magic

Arms and the Man This year, in August, the Boys' in conjunction with the Girls' School presented us with a fine production of Bernard Shaw's "Arms and the Man". The latter, one could say, is tbe story of bow Raina Petkoff, a romantic young Bulgarian lady living at the end of last century, turns from her fiance, Major Sergius Saranoff. to a soldier of fortune, Captain Bluntschli; and in tbe process learns something of the true nature of love and war. The play was an excellent choice for Mr. KaUaway to make, not only because it is a matric etwork for 1968 but also because of its wide audience appeal: its humorous scenes and witty dialogue hold young and old alike, wbile as a drama of ideas tbe play also goes down well with the more sophisticated. The cast are to be congratulated on their portrayal of Shaw's characters. Raina was very well 54

played by Oenise Fuller, who successfully conveyed the changes in mood of an inexperienced young girl and the conflict that went on within her.

be in the field of facial expression where Anderton was rather handicapped for the lack of his glasses. Of the remaining characters, those of Catherine Petkoff (Raina's mother), Louka and Nicola (dramatically contrasted servants of the Petkoffs in a sub-plot) and the Russian Officer were usefully acted by Alexis Fuller, Beatrice Roselaar, Peter Furman and Ivan Schewitz. In general, the standard of acting was high, the fact that no word of prompting was necessary throughout being just tribute to Mr. Kallaway and clear evidence of the enthusiasm generated among his actors. Criticism there can be - of the brick wall on the right of the stage (iD the third act) that shook so violently every time the door was touched; and perhaps of the fact that some of the actors betrayed their inward feelings too much by facial expression, thus leaving too little to be guessed at by the audience (though this can under the circumstances also be defended). But overall, one's impression is of a very successful production enjoyed by actor and audience alike, and redounding to the credit of Mr. Kallaway and the School.

John Benjamin and AJan Visser as Sergius and Major Petkoff, father to Raina, mastered their parts well too as the man of honour (nose-in-air <'1 never apologise!") and heroic leader of a suicidal but victorious cavalry charge; and as the no-nonsense lover of home comforts, happy to be back from the rigours of war. Benjamin certainly stole the limelight somewhat, but Visser in a more quiet role indubitably excelled himself, 1 feel. Patrick Anderton in a vital part constituted the anti-romantic projectile that is directed at the romantic-idealist "structure" of the Petkoff household. His forte was, in my opinion, the bedroom scene, in which, dirty, bedraggled and unnerved by continuous fighting, he breaks into Raina's bedroom for refuge, eventually falling asleep on her bed for sheer exhaustion. Anderton's portrayal of a man in the twilight zone between the wakeful state and sleep was outstanding. If fault is to be found with his performance it can only 55

In conclusion, our sincere thanks go to Miss Urie of the Girls' School for her co-operation in lending three of her girls for the play; and to Mr. Blackbeard and the boarding house staff for providing coffee at the interval. Others to whom we are indebted are detailed below.

FOURTEENTH "HOUR OF MUSIC" 23rd and 24th August, 1968 The Fourteenth Annual Hour of Music (which also meant the School Orchestra's 33rd Anniversary) was held on Friday and Saturday, the 23rd and 24th August, 1968. Once again the programme opened with a work for two violins and keyboard - this time Purcell's Golden Sonata played by Peter Clay and And.re Goosen with Mr. Lorie at the piano. The two solo violinists played well and blended most satisfactorily. There followed a Vivaldi Violin Concerto in G Major with Orchestral Accompaniment. As solo violin, David Pogrund, a very young player, acquitted himself ably, and should do well in future. For the first time at an "Hour of Music" we introduced our junior recorder players. Gary CatteIl (descant) and Gareth Rossiter (treble) each played a short recorder sonata by James Hook. They were most fortunate in having their keyboard accompaniments performed on a spIDet by their teacher, Mr. Forbes Smith, whose skill

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Richard Weilers, Stanley MiUiner, Ian Rosenberg, Leonard Hamburger and Paul Williams. Costumes by courtesy of the Little Theatre with special thanks to Mrs. Rooza. Lighting: Peter Furman. Make-Up: Bernice Lutzno. Prompt: LoreUe Garish and Jennifer Sawyer. Sound Effects: Mervyn Stein. Mr. Orchison, Mr. Voigt and Mr. Coates are to be sincerely thanked for their invaluable assistance.

helped to create the correct period and provided great charm. Next came the Adagio K261 for Violin and Orchestra, the solo part being taken by the 1968 orchestra leader, Andre Goosen, who gave a steady, singing account of his music. Back came the recorder players to entertain us with a varied group. Gareth Rossita played a delightful Xmas Pastorale by Milford, Clive Stockwell played a short Sonatina by a modern German composer, Roer, and the consort gave us some pleasing old English and French folk music. Mr. Forbes Smith and Miss C. Liefman were the accompanists on spinet and piano respectively. Mr. Smith is to be heartily congratulated upon the excellent progress of his recorder group. To hear them playing with correct breathing and phrasing is a noteworthy experience. The next soloist was Ivan Schewitz who gave a gay account of a Gay Rondo by John Field, arranged for piano and orchestra. In the ensuing Romance by Svendsen - for violin and orchestra - Christopher Sna.ith played the solo part with pleasing tone and great feeling for the music. The stage curtains then opened to reveal the Junior Choir, who, with their tireless trainer and accompanist, Mrs. Elsie Jennings, had carried off four cups at tbe Eisteddfod in May - a matter for great congratulation. On this occasion they repeated their four Eisteddfod items - "Tbe Ash Grove", "Linden Lea", "Tbe Shepherd and the Skylark" by Thiman and the ever-popular "Song of the Jolly Roger" by Candish. Needless to say, each song was most musically rendered, and a sheer delight. The orchestra then gave a group of three Ijghter pieces, "To a Wild Rose" by MacdoweIl, "A Sleigh Ride" by Mozart, and a new Pizzicato Polka' by Strauss. These were well contrasted and played with good ensemble and spirit. The final item for choir and orchestra was a setting of "I Vow to Thee My Country" - the tune taken from an Irisb Air,

to Aubrey Meyer, our 1963 leader, who is now a Bachelor of Music, is working for his Master's degree, bas done both conducting and composing at U.c.T., and has now been playing in the Cape Town Orchestra. 35th ANNUAL ENTERTAINMENT BY THE KINDERGARTEN CLASSES, THE JUNIOR DRAMA GROUP AND THE CHOIR On October 17th, 18th and 19th, in the School Hall, the Junior performers, numbering 180 this year, provided their annual entertainment for parents and friends. The traditional "ONE" Kindergarten item this year multiplied itself by three and the programme opened with "Slippers and Shoes", a delightful song scene by the Sub B2 class. S. Bester, M. Jaffe and D. Price with a choir of 30, sang and acted with great enthusiasm. The Sub Bl class followed with a musical setting of Edward Lear's "The Jumblies", who, with green faces and blue hands, went to sea in their sieve. Miss J. Burger, producer, and Miss C. Liefrnan, who trained the singers and accompanied them, are to be greatly congratulated for two interesting items. In the third item, both Sub Al and Sub A2 in combination gave us "The Puppet Maker's Shop", in which the puppet-maker used his puppets to enact the story of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" to a group of children. All the main characters, the Carpenter (R. Herold), Snow White (M. Davis), the Prince (C. Buchanan), tbe Wicked Queen (G. Marcuse), the dwarfs and Soldiers, were excellent, and the whole a tribute to the producers, Miss T. Coop and Miss H. Haynes, and tbe accompanist, Mrs. Jennings. The Junjor Drama Group and tbe Choir, drawn from Standards 3, 4 and 5, then took the stage in an up-to-date version of "Aladdin" - a musical play by Rt. K. Palines - set in two acts of nine scenes. At curtain-rise, attention was immediately drawn to a tableau of Peking citizens making their purchases in the market place. There followed the traditional story of Widow Twankey, her son Aladdin, the rich uncle Abanazai, tbe Emperor and his beautiful daughter, the quest for the old, dirty lamp, its genie, tbe Grand Vizier, and, of course, the happy ending. The cast included some gifted performers, wbo gave of their best. Special mention must be made of Avron Greenberg's excellent portrayal of

On to the Epworth Music Society Cup this year are engraved the names of Andre Goosen, Christopher Snaith, Peter Clay, David Pogrund, David Read and Ivan Schewitz. They gave of their best and steadiest throughout the year. Our special thanks to six Old Boy members who gave us the benefit of their maturer experience - and our congratulations and best wishes

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Aladdin, Clive Stockwell's charming Princess SoShy, Charles Miller's bluff and bristling Widow Twankey, Clive Archer's lazy laundry assistant, tbe sympathetic, if slightly bewildered Emperor of Jeremy Kahn, the demonic and determined Abanazai of Barry Goodman, the commanding Genie of Richard Farrant, the sleepy Grand Vizier of Dorian Paver, the brawny, brainless policemen of David and Peter Merrington, and the princess' two charming attendants, Joho Edgar and Clifford Keet.

Mr. K. Pretorius. Mr. Pretorius. too, was the superb stage director, assisted by H. Woldendorp, G. le Roux, H. Mattbews, S. Ryan, G. Gibson, S. Casper and G. Luden. Mr. F. Smith was in charge of the lighting, properties were made by R. Bailey, R. Priestman, D. Bird, A. Dyer and R. Schumann. The prompt was L. Perry.

The producer of this lively and spontaneous musical play was Miss R. Glaun, to whom go our hearty congratulations. She certainly elicited the best from ber youthful cast, who were all too sorry when tbe play's run had ended. Our special thanks go to parents who provided all the excellent colourful costumes of the evening, who assisted with make-up, transport, and other important matters.

The music was catchy, and the choir, seated around the piano, gave the singing actors excellent support. Mrs. E. Jennings, at the piano as usual, made the music vital, charming and utterly melodious. The costumes were designed by Michaellpp, and so was the set, wbich was then constructed by

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:JJelaclunenl As always, 1968 has proved no less busy or less successful tban any previous year. We were sorry to lose Fd/Ct. T. Fair who went to Bishops this year, and our OlM. Fd/Ct. T. Metrowich wbo left teaching to go into tbe industrial world. May we wish them good luck in their new ventures. On tbe otber hand we were extremely glad to welcome to our forces Fd/Ct. L. Heath, a most experienced officer. Mr. P. Breetzke, who recently joined our staff, is now helping with the band, and he is indeed a welcome addition. Fd/Ct. D. Bromberger is now our new OlM. "A;' Company, under the command of SlO. I. Scott, did weU in the annual cadet competition and acqu.itted themselves creditably in secming second place. Guided by Fd/Ct. A. Noffki, SlO I. Scott and bis "A" Company have proved to be one of the finest companies the detachment has ever produced. We would also like to tbank Fd/Ct. J. Voigt and SlO L. Oosthuizen for the earnest endeavour they put into building up a special platoon for Founders' Day. Unfortunately all the hard work put in by the platoon and the results of this hard work were not seen by the audience on Founders' Day, owing to bad weather. We feel that our visitors would have been very impressed by the

ceremony we had laid on by tbe "Guards", the whole detachment and tbe band. Luckily tbe rain stopped for a short time, during which tbe 59

CADET OFFICERS Back Row (I. to r.): SlO M. McClurg, C/SM R. Cummiog, SlO P. Wilmot, SlO R. Gildeohuys, SlO R. Burns, SlO L. Oosthuizen. Standing (I. to r.): SlO G. Lipshitz, SlO J. Katz, C/SM D. Hugo, WO T B. Rookledge. C/SM P. Baerecke, SlO M. Cox, SlO A. Goosen. Seated (I. to r.): SlO P. Lea, SlO 1. Scott. FD/CT L. Heath, Capt. W. Lennox, FD/CT A. NofTki, FD/CT J. Voigt, SlO P. Crathorne.

whole detachment, headed by the band, to march past tbe Memorial Tableau. next year our v.isitors, parents, friends Boys will be privileged to witness this ance.

was able We bope and Old perform-

The band had no easy passage this year. Practically the whole bugling section were learners at the beginning of the current year. Tbe cacophony of sounds that were emitted from the playground at short and long breaks gave one tbe impression that somebody was in dire pain and was due any minute to "cash in their ebips". Far from this being the case, the opposite was happening. There was no death, but a band was born, and a sturdy

In conclusion I would like to tbank all Officers, S/O's, NCO's and cadets of tbe whole detachment, especially tbose of "A" Company and the Special Platoon, who spent many arduous hours outside of normal training periods and sacrificed free time to improve and raise the standard of the Wynberg Cadet Detachment. 60

baby it proved to be. Unfortunately our marching again let us down this year, and we secured second place in the Final Western Province Cadet Band Competition. This was still an excellent achievement. The individual placings were also very good. Ist Place Solo Drumming: T . .Robertson. 2nd Place Tenor Drumming: 1. Emms. 2nd Place Base Drum: A. Visser. 2nd Place Bugling: T. Probyn. We wish Trevor .Robertson luck when he (;ompetes in the National Championshi ps this year at Goodwood, on the 8th October.

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K. Bremer, D. Gargan, T. Dodd. D. Iupp. Slandill!? (I. to r.): P. Buchholtz. R. Weilers. T. Coetzee, D. Calder, Sgt. A. Visser. Cpl. G. Davis, S. Gibbs, T. Pawley, B. Connor. Sealed C;. to r.): Cpl. [. Emms, St./Sgt. R. Pawley, won T. Robertson, won L. Keith. WOl B. Rookledge, WOII T. Probyn, St./Sgt. J. Benjamin, St./Sgt. M. Cohen, Capt. W. Lennox. ROl\"

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(Dedicated to all Maths. Teachers who like rich fruit cake and nutty.) In maths 'tis fine to see each line Begin anew with 'equal to'. With much regret to-no aVllil Every day I moan and wail "Where's the sign That starts the line?" How some pupils, thrombosed clots, Even fail to put the dots To show that numbers together tied Must in fact be multiplied. Such as these, we must lay claim, Have never heard of 'Bodmas' Fame. The wonderful world of Logs is closed When an index question has been posed To blighters who cannot even see That a logs are in fact just indices. To mathematicians of that brood A log is just a hunk of wood. The new maths laws are now in spate And any boy can now relate How that horrible sum - the obstinate bruteIs so easily done if you Distribute. So pupils talk of laws galore, But let them try to multiply by four, And see what tripe will emanate 'Cause numbers they can't manipulate. Many think the new maths. fine A nd any clot can be Einstein. But a person who reasons like this is obtuse: New Maths. or Old Maths. is hard as the deuce. And those who do Maths. just by learning the rules And not doing examples are ruddy great fools. This message for years I've been trying to send, And the only result is I'm now round the bend. But if you really are wanting a laugh, Just look at a sketch of a parabola graph. On the axes drawn, below and above, Claim is made to a smooth-line curve, But the path that is drawn by the Nines and Tens Is that of a drunk with Delirium Tremens. I could go on and on for ever, amen, On the sufjering caused by pupils in Ten. A teacher of Maths., the poor simple soul, If he had any sense he'd go on the dole, For at least he'd be sure, though he didn't teach class, That h.e wouldn't end up as a dithering ass By Teaching Maths. 'In Extremis.' 63

Art and artists have become the butt of sour jokes, made by a degenerate era unable to comprehend and unable to be comprehended. Every era has its own fundamental assumptions, its own way of thinking, its own "mental climate". In art we see something not only of the man who created the work, but something as well of the spirit of his epoch. It must follow, that if art expresses the spirit of an age, it must vary from

age to age. Pseudo art therefore can only be the result of a pseudo generation, a generation tbat has built up its own image of what an artist should be and expects him to conform regardless of the consequences. Art is not life in a garret, yet it is not a game either. It is not wild nights, much talking and a shabby appearance, yet it is not luxury either. If you can paint or sculpt it does not follow that you are an artist. Because you have facility with the pencil, brusb or ch.isel and your likenesses are good, tbis does not mean tbat you are an artist either. Art is something far more personal, far deeper; it involves the forming and interpretation of profound concepts backed by a mastery of technique. Technique cannot be achieved overnight, a fact that we all tend to forget. Neither does it come with the passing of years unless the study has been hard and continuous, and only tben if the "man" himself has matured to a similar degree. Art is work, hard work, which requires sustained concentration not only physically but also mentally. It requires tbe artist fust to create a problem, if possible one tbat has not been created berore, and then to solve it in a unique manner. To those that sneer at the artist in general, please do not allow the pseudo to fog your minds. If you have seen a painter tbat works only at his leisure, when he is "inspired", tben you have not seen an artist. Drawing, wbether we like tbe idea or not, is the basis of all tbe visual arts. If the student cannot master the technique of drawing, the technique of making concepts visible, then he has no future as an artist. Before be can arrive at a concept, he bas to form one tbrough seeing. Not everybody who looks at a person's face, for example, actually sees that face, with its form, construction, colour and tonal gradation. The layman is not trained in this particular sphere, but does realise their inherent qualities once they have been pointed out to him. It is for this reason that tbe layman's criticism of art is so weak; he neither knows what constitutes a work of art, nor does he botber to acquaint himself with tbe necessary information. Rather, when faced witb a situation wbere an 65

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opmlOn is required, he falls back on the wellworn statement, "I know what I like". An example of this type of ill-founded attack is that on the "Smuts" statue in the Gardens. The main argument against its value as a work of art is that it is not a naturalistic copy of tbe man. This type of argument was brusbed aside by no less a master than Michelangelo, wbo faced similar criticism over his statue of Medici. He brus!1ed all criticism aside with tbe view that nobody would recognise the naturalistic features of the man four bundred years later, so that it did not

matter. Time has proved him correct. Criticism should rather bave been on the grounds of form and design, the language whicb the sculptor is involved witb, and the criteria by whicb be judges his own and other work. A work of art can only be understood if we see tbe work from tbe artist's point of view. Even in so-called "modern art" the basic criteria of design, colour, texture, form, light and shade are still employed; it is the interpretation through new media, a direct result of our epoch, that has changed.

:lennidelle This year has again proved to be a successful year for Tennisette in the Junior School. In the first term of 1968 there were over 130 boys playing tennisette each week. A good number again availed themselves of tbe opportunity of having special coaching with Mr. Houba. Tennis coaching was also given to a number of boys. In the fourth term of 1967, two major tournaments were staged. Tbe first was the Cape Peninsula Primary Scbools' Tennisette Tournament. The second was the Annual School Tournament. Many bundreds of children play in tbe Peninsula Tournament, whicb is played in three stages. Stage I is played witbin each participating school, Stage II is played between schools in various regions and Stage II is the inter-regional and final st,ag~: Botb singles and doubles are played. Last year M. Venter, L. Venter, A. Hendrikse and H Frye won through to Stage HI in the doubles section, while L. Venter, playing very well, reached the final in the singles section. Here he was unfortunate in losing to a boy from Zwaanswyk Primary ScbooI. Jn Stage II within the Peninsula Tournament, the Regional Finals were played, and L. Venter won the floating trophy in the Singles section. After Stage m, tbe Cape Peninsula Tennisette Team to play Boland was chosen, and L. Venter was cbosen as number two singles and for tbe number one doubles to partner the winner of the Peninsula Tournament. Again the Peninsula team

fared badly, losing to Boland in the annual encounter, whicb last year was played at "home". Tbe 1967 School Tournament attracted a large number of entries, and the finals were played on Parents' Day. L. Venter won the Singles and the eraye Cup, for the second consecutive year, while L. Venter and M. Venter won the Doubles and the Pachter Cup, also for the second consecutive year. At tbe Junior School Final Assembly of 1967, with a tennis racket by the School for the fine standard of play wbich he had maintained and for tbe great promise he had shown. L. Venter was presented

During the first term of 1968, tbe team played six matcbes, and remained unbeaten, a tribute to the keenness and effort of the players. M. Venter and A. Hendrikse both maintained unbeaten records in their singles matches, while together they were unbeaten in tbeir doubles matches. In tbe Annual encounter with tbe Parents, beid during the first term this year, tbe team lost, but not without putting up a good display of courage against superior odds! The teacbers who have coached tbe boys regularly are tbanked for tbeir time and effort, and we also wish to tbank the parents who very kindly provided transport for "away" matcbes. K.H. 67

Tbe Under 13A team bas the finest record of the year, aU its matcbes being won. Teams beaten include strong sides like Bishops, Sacs, Paul Roos and Rondebosch. The importance of the "IS-man-game" was stressed at the weekly practices. This resulted in a magnificent team spirit which, witb the high degree of technical excellence, was the main cause of the outstanding success. The team and the coach, Mr. J. Fourie, were most appreciative of the inspiring coaching of Old Boy and ex-Springbok Dave Stewart, who is thanked for giving up bis time to help these young players. Mr. Fourie, the team's enthusiastic and knowledgeable coach, is to be thanked and congratulated. Under l3A results are as follows: Vs. Paarl Gym Won 19-0. Rondebosch Won 6-3. Jan van Riebeeck Won 23-3. Tygerberg Won 19-0. Bishops Prep. Won 6-0. St. Joseph's Won 60-0. Won 11-6. S.A.C.S. Won 14-6. Paul Roos Rondebosch Won 9-0. J. van Riebeeck Won 34-3. c.B.C. Won 57-0. Won 17-0. D. F. Malan Benville Won 10-0. S.A.C.S. Won 11-6.

The School XV of 1968 must be one of the best in the history of Wynberg. Its dedication and esprit de corps, especially in adversity (of which the team had more than its fair share), made the season a memorable one for the players, for its many supporters and especially for its coaches. Credit for maintaining the fine spirit and high standard of play goes mainly to the coaches, but much goes to the captain, Peter Baerecke, the vice路captain John Cawood and to the Senior Rugby Committee comprising J. Katz and 13. Rookledge. Not for several years has the school had a 1st XV captain wbo possessed all tbe qualities of leadership and who played at the top of his form, never asking more than he was prepared to give. The forwards, outstandingly led by the captain, developed into an extremely powerful pack. It was hard, fit, quick onto the loose ball and technically proficient. Rucking and une-out work being of the highest quality, the backs had a regular supply of "clean" ball. Owing to injuries to key players, the backs did not reach such a consistently high standard. They did, however, at all times play attacking, running rugby which. after all, makes Rugby the game that players and spectators love. Perbaps the zenith of the team's achievement was reached during the tour of the Transvaal when the first match against the very powerful Helpmekaar team was drawn (6-6), the second match, against St. Stithian's College, was won (8-3) and the last game, against the until-thenunbeaten Pretoria Boys' High School, was won (19-0). It is recorded with pride that the rugby, the bearing and the behaviour of our touring team earned many compliments from our hosts on the Highveld. The success of a fine team like the Under 19A does not depend only on the natural talent of its members, it depends on previous coaches, and especially on efforts of those currently coaching it. To Mr. Oosthuizen and Mr. Voigt go sincere thanks for their enthusiastic and expert coaching of the Under 19A and B teams.

296-27. Additional games: Western Province Western Province

Won 14-3. Won 36-6.

346-36. The School 2nd XV enjoyed a very successful season. The early matches were particularly impressive as the tempo was very fast and the forwards virtually took complete control of those games. Then, owing to injuries, especially in the first team, the combination was weakened, but when the injured players returned and the com68

bination was re-established, the 2nd XV finished the season on a high note. The strengtb of tbe first team depends, inter alia, on tbe strengtb of its opposition at practices. Tbe first XV was indeed fortunate in having such a good team against tbem on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

many keen supporters with fine displays of running football. The tbree-quarters especially played well and had they been supported by a heavier pack they would have done even better. Of 16 matches played, 6 were lost, usually by very small margins, e.g. the two games against the unbeaten Bishops team proved very exciting, Wynberg losing 6-9 and 5-9.

The third team was not very successful during the earlier part of the season. However, thanks to Mr. Metrowich's "commando rugby" training the situation improved, but it deteriorated again when many of tbe more experienced players were taken into tbe B team. The team was sorry to lose Mr. Metrowicb at the end of the 2nd term, but was fortunate in getting Mr. Broster in his place.

The Under J 5A results were: P. W. D. L.

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Tbe Under 15B team started badly but gradually improved. The boys in this team were always keen and played to the best of their ability. It is due to their support at practices that the A team proved a good team.

As previously

injured players returned to the releasing more experienced players for the tbird team, performance in the second half of the season improved. Boys were always eager to turn out for practices and there was keen competition for places in the team. Tbe spirit was good and the boys 路enjoyed the season's rugby. Mr. Metrowich and Mr. Broster are tbanked for their keenness and for their efficient coaching. The Under 16A team was keen but did not fare weU: it won only three matches. On some occasions tbe backs layed well, only to find, as against Jan van Riebeeck, tbat tbe forwards were not winning the ball often enough. On the other hand, in the second match against Sacs (the first baving been lost 6-11), the forwards battled valiantly, onJy to find tbat some of tbe backs were tackling ineffectually. The rugby played was usually open and bright, and, had the players exploited more of their potential, the Under 16A team would have fared better. Mr. Broster is thanked for tbe bard work he put into coaching this team. Tbe Under 16B and C teams did not bave a very successful season, but enthusiasm was always high and the boys always played with vigour and enjoyed their games. Boys promoted to higher teams held their own in tbe stronger competition. Tbe coaches, Mr. Melck (UI6B) and Mr. Heatb (Under 16C) are thanked for their time, their keenness and for the knowledge given to these teams. Tbe Under 15A team produced very good rugby on numerous occasions and thrilled their Ist and 2nd teams,

The Under 15C and 0 teams had a difficult season as they often found tbey were matcbed against A or B teams of other scbools. They also lost many key players wbo were promoted to the A or B teams, but they did play hard, and they did enjoy their games. Mr. Le Roux is to be tbanked for his knowledgeable coaching of the A and B teams and for his entbusiasm in ensuring tbe continued existence of 4 Under 15 teams. It is due to his encouragement and interest tbat some undecided boys put their names down for rugby and became useful and reliable players for the rest of the season. Mr. Blom and Mr. Miller too, are tbanked for what they did for the C and D teams this year. At this stage mention must be made of players who turn out to practices regularly but do not get games unless special matches are arranged. Their loyalty is natu.rally expected, but it is nevertheless much appreciated. The Under 14A and B teams started the season with some very good wins over Paarl Gymnasium, Rondebosch and Tygerberg, their talent and their fiery spirit bringing these good victories. During the second balf of tbe season the A team failed to maintain the excellent standard of the first half because the cohesion in the pack fell away somewhat. Individuals, however, matured and played excellently in the last few matches. Peter Sutherland, for example, played several matches as a centre in the C team, but when it was noticed that he had started improving he was played in the full-back position for the A team. He is considered to be tbe most improved of the 69

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FIRST RUGBY TEAM, 1968 Sirrill!? (I. to r.): B. Rookledge, Mr. J. Oosthuizen (Coach), P. Baerecke (Captain), Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), J. Cawood (Vice-Captain), M.r. J. Voigt (Coach), J. Katz. Second Row (I. to r.): K. Horton, A. Goosen, I. Emms, J. Sims, I. Brownlie, K. Kolesky. B. Morris. Back ROil) (I. to r.): A. Wilmot, A. Armstrong, L. Oosthuizen. D. Calder, M. Cox. P. Corbitt, A. Ross. younger players and is awarded the Azriel Fine Cup, a new award, for the most-improved younger player of the year. He is to be heartily congratulated on his fine performance. Mr. Noffki is warmly thanked for tireless work in organising all the rugby in the Under 14 group and in coaching his two teams, the B team finishing the season as one of the best teams in the School. The Under 14 log is: Played Won Lost Drew IS A 6 6 3 B 15 12 3

The Under 14C and 0 teams struggled because of the small number of players available and because maturing players were taken into the higher teams, but under Mr. Hoy's enthusiastic coaching many players improved and should prove of considerable benefit to more ~enior teams next year. Special thanks are due to Mr. Hoy, who, as an Old Boy and student, gave up free time to coach at practices and to referee matches or to travel with teams on Saturday mornings. His service to the U14C and D teams is greatly appreciated.

successful season as far as winning games was concerned, but these boys did have success in that they enjoyed themselves. The Under 12A team, although lighter than usual, gave a very good account of itself. Some games that should have been won were lost by but small margins, sometimes because of a reluctance to tackle. These weaknesses were not tolerated by their coach, Mr. K. Pretorius! The team thereafter woo all the remaining matches, and this despite the unusual lightness of the pack of forwards. Although light, the forwards, particularly the loose forwards, were able to provide

The Under 13Bs had a happy and successful year. Splendid coaching helped players so much that fiLLing vacancies in the A team presented no difficulties nor did it noticeably weaken the A team. The proficiency of the Bs was a fine stimulus to A players who knew that there always were several capable players ready to fill their places should they lose form. It was the good practice provided by the B players that helped the A team so much. The players

Under 13C group lost many improving to the As and Bs so did not have a

UNDER THIRTEEN A Back Rou' (I. to r.): C. Ahrends, T. Earley. A. Blackbeard, G. Oweo, L. Venter. SJanding (I. to r.): A. Oliver, K. Bluff, I. Gibbs, H. Matthews, R. Payne. H. Roup. Silting (I. to r.): D. van der Byl (Vice-Capt.), Mr. N. R. Blackbeard (Principal). G. le Roux (Capt.), Mr. A. J. Fourie (Coach), R. Bailey. Front: E. Page. A bsen/: J. Bruwer.

the backs with an adequate share of the ball from broken play. Weak handling cost the team several tries, and even let opponents in on various occasions.

Mr. Marais takes a keen interest in the condition of tbe fields. All who use the fields appreciate what be is doing for tbem. Many people belp in the running of rugby at Wynberg, in fact it would be quite impossible for a school of this size to run its extra-mural activities without the aid of many responsible boys. Coaches never bave to worry about providing or pumping balls: the equipment men, R. Weilers (ifc), K. Bremer and D. Milford undertake this very important and onerous task with first-class efficiency and witb an admirable spirit of belpfulness. To these boys go tbe tbanks of coaches and players.

Nevertheless the record of P. W. L. D. For Against 14 9 4 1 153 32 proves tbat the team played running rugby and improved as tbe season wore on. Long will these boys be remembered for the way the wings ran hard for the corner flag, for the Light pack's hunting together so well and for the excellent team spirit. The B team was not quite so successful, but it did end the season by winning the last 4 games. The Junior First XV played good attacking rugby in tbe few games they had. The Under I lA improved after a shaky start and finished up by playing well. The Under 10 group had some most enjoyable games. The "Uncles" are thanked for their assistance on Friday afternoons. Although the C and D teams consisted largely of Under Il players, some of whom were beginners, they gave a good account of themselves. This was mainly due to the entbusiasm and determination with which they played their games. For several years now Wynberg has always been able to field a powerful Under 12A team that plays crowd-pleasing rugby and wins, if not all, almost all of its matches. For inculcating this consistently high standard of proficiency, Wynberg thanks Mr. K. Pretorius and those who assist him. Messrs. Hutchison, Just and Smith are al 0 thanl\ed for valuable coaching so enthusiastically given to tbe Under l2 group, the Under llA and to the Under lOA teams. The younger juniors once again enjoyed and derived benefit from their Friday afternoon games. Senior boys, J. Cawood, A. Jacobs, K. Kolesky, M. Muilwyk" A. Falconer, M. Reynccke, A. Dorman, F. du Toit and 1. Rosenberg are warmly thanked for their valuable coaching. John Cawood (Honours Award), under the supervision of Mr. Smitb, acted as coach-manager. The active interest taken in tbe condition of the fields by Mr. Blackbeard and the School Committee is of tremendous value to all sporting activities and these gentlemen are thanked for wbat they are doing.

To Ronnie Josephson, our Hon. Secretary wbo did much work for me and also for Mr. Oosthuizen, go my personal tbanks for a job efficiently and pleasantly done. Also to Raymond Pogrund, the Press AttachĂŠ, go my personal tbanks for a duty excellently carried out. Robert Cumming is thanked for his duties as Results Secretary. Long may Wynberg continue to produce young men of the calibre of these and others in our present Std. lO! For carrying water, sand and cut oranges we thank the following boarders: S. Dyason, M. Smit, 1. Smith, D. van Rensburg, M. Green, G. Doran, C. Doig, B. van Rensburg, J. Somerville, J. Russel, C. Early, G. Anderson, P. Mann, C. Blakemore, N. Walsh, A. Brown, D. Rivitt, J. Wessels, N. Redford, P. Bragg, C. English, D. Eyre, J. Barton, C. Cumming, N. Selby, I. Slabber, K. van Zyl, R. van Zyl, C. van Tonder, R. Venables, D. Jobnson, S. Ryan, J. Britz, N. Borain and J. Bruwer. Players, referees and spectators all appreciate the service given in the Tuckshop by the ladies of tbe P.T.A. These ladies are warmly thanked. It is now no longer possible to run rugby at School without the belp of outside referees. The following gentlemen bave given tbeir valu:lble services to Wynberg: Dr. J. Katz, Messrs. P. Burman, P. Morris, P. Tester, 1. Engel.ke, E. de Villiers, W. van Heerden, B. McEwan, S. Ger, W. Edwards, T. Metrowich, Doug Hopwood and Max Baize. They are warmly tbanked for tbeir contribution to our rugby. Mr. Dave Stewart is tbanked for coming to Scbool to help with tbe coaching of the UI3A team. He and Mr. Jannie Barnard (they both played rugby for Soutb Africa), and Mr. Mike English, also helped the 1st XV. It is much appre73

1967. At the beginning of this year he played four games in tbe Under 15D, but during a practice he was asked to fill a position in the A team. He showed great courage and determination and was thereafter selected as flank for the Under 15A team. The senior cup, the Steyl Award, goes to Patrick Corbitt who started as a flank in tbe Under 19C at the beginning of the season. On the recommendation of his coach he was brought up to the B team where he played as centre. His strong running and good defence impressed so much that he became a regular wing in the A team. Another new award, the Eric Tasker Cup, goes to De Waal on winning the Inter-House Rugby competition.

ciated when such busy men give their valuable time to help our rugby. We thank tbem sincerely. I wisb to refer to our coaches again. Without their contributions there would be no rugby. Naturally all extra-mural activities hinge on the time and enthusiasm given by members of the staff. They are warmly thanked for all tbey have done for rugby this year. Tbe highlights of a rugby season are probably games against teams from other centres. This year, apart from our tour to the Highveld, we had an enjoyable game (described later) against the Prince Edward team from Rhodesia. We enjoyed having the boys. Tbe School thanks tbe following families who accommodated the visitors: Crathorne, Sims, Oosthuizen, Kitley, Scott, Armstrong, Cook, Horton, Bowie, Long, Rookledge, Brown, Cawood, Williamson, Basquez, Burns, Jacobs, Snaith, Josephson and Anderton. Adriaan

Trophies are awarded for outstanding achievement in one of any number of different field, but often the opportunity is taken to commemorate some event or the service of some person or persons. For record purposes, here follow accounts of the circumstances giving rise to the donation to the School of these cups.

Geldenhuys

It was with a great sense of sbock that Wynberg learnt of the sudden and tragic death on 4th May, during a rugby match of Adriaan Geldenbuys of Jan van Riebeeck. Adriaan was a boy of exceptional academic ability, remarkable maturity for his years, and, according to people who knew bim, a most pleasing personality and a cbaracter of tbe highest order. Our sincere sympathy goes to the members of the bereaved family.

The Azriel

Fine Trophy

Th.is trophy, awarded to tbe most improved Under 13 or Under 14 rugby player, was presented to tbe School by Mr. A. Fine to commemorate the years at and the contribution to Wynberg of the Fine family. Solomon Fine (1926-1934) played rugby and cricket for A sides and finally first teams, captained Van Riebeeck House and boxed for the School. Azriel Fine (1929-1940) captained A sides in rugby and then the 1st XV for 2 years, played in all A cricket teams, v / capt. of 1st XI, played in final Nuffield Trials, winner in W.P. Junior Athletics Championships, Under 16 School Champion, later Victor Ludorum, Van Riebeeck House Capt., School Athletic Team Capt. Awarded Triple Blue. Winner of Best Speaker's debate, School Prefect, then Head Prefect in 1940. Gregory Fine (son of S. Fine), 1952-1963, played rugby and cricket for A sides and later fir t teams, played in Nuffield Trials. Jonathan Fine (son of S. Fine), 1955-1966, played rugby. Played cricket for all A sides, Nuffield Trials, School Prefect. Kevin, son of S. Fine, and Nicholas and Derrick, sons of A. Fine, are sti1.1at Wynberg.

The following awards have been made for 1968: HO/1JOur Award: P. Baerecke, J. Cawood, B. Rookledge and J. Sims. Blues: P. Baerecke, D. Calder, J. Cawood, A. Goosen, J. Katz, K. Kolesky, B. Rookledgc, J. Sims. Colours: A. Armstrong, P. Baerecke, D. Calder, J. Cawood, M. Cox, A. Goosen, K. Horton, J. Katz, K. Kolesky, B. Morris, L. Oosthuizen, B. Rookledge, A. Ross, J. Sims and A. Wilmot. A new award, the Azriel Fine Cup, for the most improved Under 13 or Under 14 player goes to Peter Sutherland who played at centre in tbe U.14C team for half the season. When he was brought in at full-back in the A team he proved an asset to the side, his kicking and catching being sound. It should also be mentioned tbat his approach to tbe game is exemplary. Another new award is tbe P. de V. Wahl Cup for the most improved Under 15 or Under 16 player, and it goes to Neville Askew of the U.15A team. Neville played in C teams in 1966 and 74

The Philip de V. Wahl Trophy This cup, awarded to the most-improved Under 15 or 16 rugby player, was presented to the School by Mr. C. Sims in memory of Mr. Wahl who taught at Wynberg from April, 1925, to December, 1953. [n the magazine of J 924 it was recorded: "For many years past sport in the School has been sadly neglected. There have been occasional flashes in the pan, but nothing lasting has been accomplished." (Quoted from 1953 magazine.) When Mr. Wahl arrived on the scene, however, he soon changed all. that, for it was in the realm of sport that he made perhaps his greatest contribution to the life of the School. In 1928 the Under 13 rugby team (which included Mr. C. Sims) proved the best team in its division. The Senior Cricket Team, in its first season in Schools' First Division, almost defeated a Bishops team which had played in First Division Club Cl icket and which included well-known cricketers ~uch as P. van der Byl, Jack Gentry and Owen Smith. During his 29 year at Wynberg Mr. Wahl produced many good rugby players and cricketers who did well when they left school. Tt is on the foundation so well laid by him that the boys at Wynberg today can build up ever-improv'mg standards in rugby and cricket.

Mr. Tasker is a man with very wide intere$ts and an enormous capacity for throwing himself completely into whatever job he tackles. Apart from being a history teacher, he has varied lIlterests ir. art, theatre and music. He is a great lover of sport in general, and has literally devoted his life to rugby and to a lesser extent swimming and athletics. However, as the presentation of this Eric Tasker Trophy is a rugby award, I should like to confine this pen picture mainly to my association with Mr. Tasker on the rugby field. My friendship with Mr. Tasker was almost immediate from the day he joined the staff in 1934. How one remembers the battJe he had with the very meagre senior rugby material in those years. Our senior rugby was very much in the doldrums, but Mr. Tasker went about the resurrection of Wynberg rugby with enthusiasm and a spi rit that was almost frightening. He pulled no punches and courageously attacked the lack of enthusiasm among the boys in a most outspoken manner, and slowly but surely over the years he built up a wonderful team spirit, and improved the general standard so much, that for the first time in Wynberg School history we entered a first team in the Under 19A division in 1938. I was a member of this side. As a team we did moderately well, but the following year. 1939. J had the honour of being captain of this first team side, wnich it was said was one of the best senior sides ever to play in schools' rugby. How well I remember the Friday short break team talks. Eric Tasker formed a ub-committee of senior boys, wbo, together with himself, comprised tbe selection committee. By doing this he installed a closeness and an 'esprit de corps', unusual between master and schoolboys in those days.

The Brian Steyl Award This award was presented by Mr. C. C. W. Steyl in memory of his son, a promi. ing young rugby player, who died of polio during the epidemic of 1957. For 9 years the most improved player in the School bas been winning this trophy. Henceforth it will be awarded to the most improved enior player. The Eric Tasker Trophy This cup is to be awarded to the House winning the Inter-House Rugby Competition. We are grateful to Mr. A. Fine for presenting this trophy which will keep alive the memory of a man who did so much in the academic sphere as well as the sporting sphere at Wynberg.

Up to 1938, although blues were awarded, there was no special badge or blazer to signify this award. It was also in 1939 that Mr. Tasker formed a special sub-committee of senior boys, under his chairmanship, to make their recommendations in tbis connection. The sub-committee of senior boys consisted of S. Lewis, J. Mathew (the present master at Wynberg), J. Brink and myself. As a result of our deliberations, special colours badge and blues blazer were designed and were used that year, and which I am happy to say are still .in existence. All of us who had the pleasure of being closely associated with Eric Tasker so appreciated the depth of his understanding of schoolboys, and

ERIC TASKER, 1934-1967 have always considered that it was a very fortunate day for Wynberg Boys' High when Eric Tasker joined the staff in 1934, and continued to give outstanding service to the School i,n all spheres for a period of almost 34 years, until his retirement in 1967. 75

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HOUSE RUGBY, 1968 Senior Section

Ronaid Josephson carried out his duties as Rugby Secretary admirably. The above are to be congratulated on being elected to an important office and are thanked for their service to their coach and to rugby at Wynberg. A.J.A.M.

De Waal Il, Rhodes 3. Wellington 5, Van Riebeeck O. WelLington 15, Rhodes O. Van Riebeeck 0, De Waal 3. De Waal 8, WelJington O. Rhodes 0, Van Riebeeck 5.

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Rhodes 3, De Waal 5. Wellington 0, Van Riebeeck 6. Van Riebeeck 6, De Waal 3. Rhodes 0, Wellington 25. De Waal 0, Wellington 5. Van Riebeeck 21, Rhodes O.

Lost 0- 8. Drew 6- 6. Abandoned. Won 11- 8. Drew 6- 6. Won 14-11. Lost 9-16. Lost 0- 9. Lost 0- 3. Lost 0- 3. Lost 3- 8. Lost 6-13.

Under 13 Section Wellington 3, Van Riebeeck 8. Rhodes 0, De Waal O. Rhodes 0, Wellington 3. Van Riebeeck 0, De Waal 3. Van Riebeeck 0, Rhodes O. De WaalIl, Wellington 3.

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wing but could not beat his opposite number. Five minutes before the close of play, the Wynberg fullback failed to gather a rolling ball and Bester of Paarl Gym. was up to score. Botha added the extra two points. Goosen proved superior in the hooking duel throughout, but the line-outs were often indecisive. Final score: 8-0.

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W.B.H.S. vs. R.B.H.S., at Rondebosch, 27th April, 1968. Wynberg kicked off in windless conditions on a field dampened by continual rain, but the weather held, and it was a perfect day for rugby. A good kick by Morris (scrum half) put Wynberg on the attack, but they were sent back by a long touch kick. In the 10th minute, Rondebosch again found themselves under pressure after 'Wilmot, the Wynberg centre, had put in a spirited run, and from the resulting loose scrum, Kolesky received the ball, but his drop was charged down. Robarts, the Rondebosch fly half, was harassed continually by the lively Wynberg loose trio with the result that his backs saw very little of the ball. In the 20th minute Rondebosch were awarded a try when Fitzgerald scored after Armstrong had apparently dotted down for a 25 drop-out. The kick failed. Minutes later, Cawood, receiving the ball from a full Ijne movement, put in a brilliant 50-yard run to beat four opponents and score near the corner. Calder's kick was wide. Half-time score: 3-3. Rondebosch maintained the pressure for the first 10 minutes of the second half and were rewarded with a fine dropped goal by fly half Robarts. This gave them a 6-3 lead. The Rondebosch jumpers, HuUon and Immelman were receiving solid support in the lineouts, but their centres lacked enterprise and many opportunities were wasted. For Wynberg, Rookledge played well and did good work at the back of the lineout. In the 25th minute, Wynberg failed to equalise when they were awarded a penalty for a scrum infringement. The break came when Cawood executed a well-judged cross-kick, the Wynberg pack provided a quick heel and with the Rondebosch backline out of position, Wilmot cut jn to score tbe equalising try. The attempt at conversion was tbe fourth goalable kick that failed to yield points for Wynberg. Final score: 6-6. Referee: M. KasseI.

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MATCHES W.B.H.S. vs. PAARL GYMNASIUM, at Wynberg, 20th April, 1968. From the start, the Wynberg forwards played as a unit, providing concerted support in the loose scrums. In the 10th minute, Cawood was unable to open the score with a penalty kick from the touch line and five minutes later, Paarl set foot in Wynberg territory for the first time, only to be forced back by Kolesky's fine relieving kick. The Wynberg fly half (K. Kolesky) was unlucky not to score when he snapped up a dropped pass and jinxed his way through the defence, only to be stopped a yard short of the line. The home team failed to score when two goalable penalties went astray. Wynberg maintained territorial superiority throughout this half, but despite a lion's share of the ball from the scrums, the backs were unable to capitalise on this advantage since they were checked by keen tackling. Half-time score: ~. Paarl swarmed into the Wynberg half with renewed vigour and in the 15th minute were rewarded with a penalty on the 25. Botha put over a good kick to make the score 3-0 in Paarl's favour. Though play in general was unconstructive, Emms was conspicuous for his fearless tackling at centre and Cawood ran well on the 78

W.B.H.S. vs. JAN VAN RIEBEECK, at Wynberg, 4th May, 1968. Van Riebeeck kicked off in windless but cloudy conditions and from the start came dangerously close to the Wynberg line. In the 3rd minute, the nippy V.R. scrum half broke round the front of the line-out and with the Wynberg defence out of position scored in the corner. Meintjies converted with a perfect kick from the touch line. A sudden NW wind dispelled Wynberg's hope of scoring wben two goal able penalties went astray. Both packs were securing a sufficient supply of the bal!, but there were frequent mid-field breakdowns owing to faulty bandling by the Wynberg centres. The thrustful Van Riebeeck three-quarters, however, made better use of the ball, which was being taken well by De Wet at no. 5 in tbe line-outs. In the 25th minute, a V.R. flanker broke away from a line-out and scored midway between the corner flag and tbe posts. Meintjies again succeeded with a good kick to make the half-time score 10-0. The game was called off early in the 2nd haLf after a J.v.R. player had unfortunately passed away in an Under 16 game on the B field. Ref. Mr. E. De Villiers.

ments were seen. Tbis can be ascribed to the hard man-for-man tackling by the Wynberg backs and the cover defence of tbe loose forwards. Half-time score: 12-6. Soon after the resumption, one of the visiting flankers left the field after being concussed in tbe first baLf. The forwards were tiring, with the result that the tempo of the game became much slower. Play in general was unconstructive and tbe Wynberg pack took a commanding position since the opposition had only 7 forwards. In the 23rd minute, Cawood clinched tbe game when he scored in the corner after Kolesky bad broken from a scrum on the 25. Tbe Wynberg wing was forced to leave the field with an injured shoulder. In the closing stages, the P.E. backs opened up in characteristic fashion with two promising movements, but the Wynberg defence held. Final score: 15-6. Referee: Mr. M. Baise.

W.B.H.S. vs. TYGERBERG, May, 1968.

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In a hard forward game whicb never reacbed any great heights, Wynberg defeated Tygerberg 11-8 on a damp field. Tbroughout the first half, Kolesky, the Wynberg fly balf, kept bis forwards on the attack with his judicious kicking, but in tbe 20tb minute Calder's penalty kick hit the upright. Tbe home backs showed good form though many movements broke down in their final stages. Shortly before halftime Cook, the left wing, scored in the corner after receiving the ball from a line movement initiated when Katz (Wynberg prop) broke away from a loose scrum. Half-time score: 3-0. Early in the second half. Calder, who had been kicking effectively, increased Wynberg's .lead to 6-0 when he put over a penalty kick from a difficult position. The Tygerberg team was pressing hard and almost scored on two occasions but Kolesky cleared with a phenomenal kick of 50 yards. Cook, the Wynberg wing, chopped a pass on one occasion but redeemed himself shortly afterwards when he scored his second try. Horton converted to make the score 11-0. At this late point, Tygerberg staged a revival, scoring 8 point~ in quick time (Lamprechts a penalty, and tbe conversion of a try scored by Brits), but they were unable to draw level. Final score: 11-8. Referee: Mr. W. van Heerden.

W.B.H.S. vs. PRINCE EDWARD (Salisbury), at Wynberg, 9th May, 1968. In a fast and open game under the strict control of Test Referee M r. Max Baise, the visitors went down 15-6. Five minutes after the start, P.E. were penalised and Calder's kick shaved the left upright. From the drop-out, Rookledge gathered, and after eluding several tackles scored far out. Calder was unable to convert. Score 3-0. Immediately after the kick-off, Robertson, the P.E. fullback, equalised with a 40-yard penalty goal. The referee did not hesitate to award penalties for off-sides, with the result that Calder added 3 more points to the Wynberg tally when he succeeded with a kick from the half-way. Minutes later the P.E. fullback again levelled the score at 6-6. Horton increased the Wynberg score to 9 when he put over a 3D-yard kick after P.E. had again incurred a penalty for an infringement in the loose. Shortly before half-time, Kolesky (Wynberg f1yhalf) scored a clever try. He received tbe ball near the P.E. line, feigned a pass to tbe wing and, taking tbe gap, cut in to score. Finlayson of the visiting team dominated tbe une-outs from no. 3, but few full back-line move79

witb a perfect conversion. Half-time score: 8-3. Fifteen minutes into the second half, St. Joseph's heeled against the head and Todesco (scrum-half) put Hart clear for the centre to score. The kick failed (8-6). Wynberg increased tbeir lead to 11 with a penalty by fuU-back Horton from in front of the posts, and went further ahead when Weilers, taking a pass above his head, scored in the corner after an electrifying break by Ross (centre) (14-6). Three minutes from time, St. Joseph's came back into the picture and their territorial advantage was rewarded as Todesco forced his way over under the posts. Pombo converted. Final score: 14-11. Referee: Advocate Steyn.

W.B.H.S. vs. BISHOPS, at Wynberg, 18th May, 1968. In a rousing game, Wynberg, playing for a good part of the second half with only 13 men, did well to draw with a strong Bishops combi路 nation. The Wynberg forwards gradually secured a commanding position, but the Bishops defence was sound and no score was forthcoming. Wynberg failed with two penalties, and in the 20th minute Kolesky (Wynberg flyhalf) left the field but returned shortly afterwards. Five minutes later, Horton failed to open the score when a penalty directly in front of the Bishops poles went wide. Shortly before half-time, Cox, the Wynberg right wing, put in a strong 40-yard run, but there was no support and his final pass went astray. The first half produced some fine rugby, but the Wynberg backs with a major share of the ball could not break through. The Bisbops backline, however, moved at top speed whenever in possession and looked dangerous at all times. Half-time score: 0-0. Kolesky did not return after balf-time and Baerecke received attention for an ankle injury. Using their superiority in numbers, Bisbops drew first blood when centre Tomlinson scored a good try after a full line movement. Wynberg struck back when Horton goaled a penalty; score 3-3. Shortly afterwards, Starke of Bishops put over a kick from the 25 to draw ahead 6-3. The Wynberg team was further depleted wben Rookledge, who had played a storming game, was forced to leave the field with a back injury. With only six forwards, Wynberg won sufficient of the ball to force themselves onto the Bishops line, where they were awarded a penalty. Calder succeeded with a brilliant kick from the touch line to level the scores. Final score: 6-6. Referee: Dr. J. Katz.

W.B.H.S. vs. SACS, at Wynberg, 8th June, 1968. Wynberg kicked off with a strong wind behind them, and after 15 minutes' play Calder (Wynberg lock) goaled a penalty to open the scoring. SACS were forced to play with 7 forwards wben Dahlkamp left the field with a band injury, but he returned soon afterwards. Shortly before halftime, Corbitt (Wynberg left wing) had a sparkling run to put the home team in an attacking position but the game was again held up when Sims (Wynberg lock) left tbe field with a shoulder injury. The whistle for half-time went with no further score being added. Half-time score: 3-0. Soon after the resumption, Wynberg were penalised for hands in. Le Brun equalised with an easy kick. SACS were at this stage using tbe wind more effectively, and after winning a Lineout in the Wynberg 25, Prosser dashed over to score and Le Brun increased the lead to 8-3 with a fine kick from the touch line. SACS scored again when lock forward Jacobs gathered a kick from his centre wbo bad broken beautifully. Le Brun again converted, to make the score 13-3. Then Wynberg rallied well and reduced tbe deficit to 7 points when Corbitt scored in tbe corner after a spirited rush by the Wynberg forwards. The long conversion attempt by Calder hit the crossbar but bounced the wrong way. Horton then goaled a penalty, to put Wynberg within striking distance, but another penalty to SACS put the result beyond doubt. Final score: 16-9. Referee: Mr. P. Morris.

W.B.H.S. vs. ST. JOSEPH'S, at St. Joseph's, 25th May, 1968. Wynberg, reduced to 14 men when Emms was injured early on, made full use of their opportunities to defeat their opponents 14-11. After a tight 20 minutes, Calder goaled a fine 50-yard penalty to put Wynberg into a 3-0 lead. Five minutes later, St. Joseph's drew level with a penalty by Pombo. Wynberg were swinging the baU freely and a good three-quarter movement transferred play onto the St. Joseph's line. The ensuing ruck saw Morris (scrum half) break round the blind side to send his flyhalf Wilmot over in the corner. Calder added an extra two points

W.B.H.S. vs. PAUL ROOS, at Stellenbosch, 15th June, 1968. In a game that produced little exciting rugby, Paul Roos defeated Wynberg 9-0 on a very heavy field which made backline running difficult. 80

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Ra'\\' (I. to r.): J. Thompson. A. Falconer, A. Hammond, A. Barnard. L. Perry. Middle Row (I. to r.): A. Wilmot. 1. Rosenberg, D. O'Neill, F. Kalis, B. Gouid, D. Asher. Front Rol\' (I. to r.):. B. Rookledge. 1. Cawood, Mr. N. R. Blackbcard (Headmaster), Back

P. Baerecke, J. Slms. T. Hewett.

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Within minutes of the start, Paul Roos received a penalty in front of the posts, but the kick went wide. Paul Roos kept up the pressure, and in the 20th minute the full-back missed his third attempt at goal. A good run by Corbitt (Wynberg centre) late in the first half put Wynberg on the attack, but they were driven back by a long penalty kick. Despite an excess of the ball, the Paul Roos backs could not break through the Wynberg defence. Half-time score: 0-0.

loose ball was touched down by a Paul Roos player. From the drop out, Hoffman and Forrer sparked off a thrilling movement, and after 50 yards of interpassing between the two, Forrer dived over to open the score (3-0). In the 12th minute Wynberg were awarded a penalty on the 25, but Horton failed to convert from a difficult angle. Shortly afterwards, Forrer scored his 2nd try after a full line movement to increase the score (6-0). The final try came when Stander (centre) burst through the defence for an unconverted try. Final score: 9-0.

5 minutes after tbe resumption, Wilmot (Wynberg fly-half) had a clever break, but the resulting

Referee:

Advocate

Steyn.

we were comfortably accommodated in their bosteis. Tbat evening some of us attended a play put on by a girls' school, tbe rest preferring to relax on their own. Tbursday morning saw us on a most interesting bus tour of Pretoria and di.strict. Included in the trip were tbe Voortrekker Monument and the Union Buildings.

THE 1 st TEAM TOUR OF THE TRANSVAAL - JUNE, 1968 The team, resplendent with the attractive togbags presented by the Old Boys' Union, left Cape Town Station on Saturday, 22nd June, to embark on a tour of tbe Transvaal. After a high-spirited train journey we arrived in Johannesburg on Sunday afternoon. The team split up and either in pairs or singly went to private homes of boys from Helpmekaar HoĂŤrskool. On Monday morning, bright and early, we were taken on a conducted tour of Johannesburg, and later bad a ligbt training session. In the afternoon, Skipper Peter Baerecke led out the first-ever Wynberg team to grace a Transvaal field. The team as a whole impressed tbe Transvalers with strong back play off a solid forward base, the loose trio of Baerecke, Rookledge and Cox being outstanding. With excellent support from front-rankers, Katz and Kitley, Goosen, the number one booker, was able to win the tightbead duel witb the Transvaal Craven Week hooker. The Test panel referee, Mr. Cas de Bruyn, handJed the game, that ended in a well-deserved 6-6 draw. Tbat evening we went to the cinema with our respective bosts. The following morning we were sbown over the Brixton Tower and Northcliffe (Johannesburg's only pbysical feature remotely resembling a hill) on our way to St. Stith.ians College at Randburg, which is just on the outskirts of Johannesburg. We lunched at the l:ichool before playing that afternoon. In this game Wynberg were largely in command, although the "Saints" never stopped trying. Good defence, with Cawood and Kolesky prominent, kept them out. Altbough beaten in tbe scrums, the Wynberg pack, by way of some beautiful jumping by line-out men Sims and Calder provided their backs witb good ball, which they used well. The result, a clear-cut 8-3 victory, was well received by the sporting St. Stithians' team. Features of the rugby played in the Transvaal were tbe bard and dry fields, and tbe extent of bounce of tbe kicked ball. After dinner at St. Stithians, we left for a dnema in Jobannesburg, the drive througb Hillbrow proving as interesting as tbe film itself. We again spent tbat night at private bomes. The following morning, a scheduled visit to a mine baving been cancelled, was free in Jobannesburg. We lunched at Johannesburg Station before leaving by train for Pretoria Boys' High, where

The afternoon's game was tbe last on tour and we were privileged to bave in control Dr. Bertie Strasbeim, the referee who was later to bandie the 4th Test against the Lions. His advice afterwards, especially to hooker Goosen, proved invaluable. The team functioned as a unit, the forwards providing good ball that tbe backs, with tremendous punch in tbe line, used to full advantage. Tbe backing up of the team as a whole, but especially of loose men Baerecke, Rookledge and Cox, was an outstanding feature of the game leading to five gem tries. Wynberg, playing rugby in true Western Province style, won 19-0 against the hitherto unbeaten Pretoria side. Immediately before tbe game, it was announced that John Cawood had been selected once more to represent Western Province at Craven Week, joining the other two Wynberg "caps", Rookledge and Sims. A pleasing aspect of the tour was the return to the side of tbe three players injured in the Cape, Cawood, Rookledge and Kolesky, whose generalship at ftyhalf proved very valuable. A bappy side were guests that evening at a (jlm show of a recent Test match. Tbe next day we visited Iscor and lunched there after being shown through tbe complex. That evening a farewell dinner at Pretoria's Residensie Hotel provided a fitting climax to an unforgettable week. Later, with pleasant memories of a wonderful tour, a slightly diminished team (the Craven Week contingent and a few others remained on in Johannesburg), said tbeir goodbyes to tbe Transvaal.

]n closing, on bebalf of tbe captain, Peter Baerecke, and the entire touring team, I would like to pay a tribute to the tireless "behind-thescenes" work of Mr. Morris, to tbe coacbes Mr. Oosthuizen and Mr. Voigt, and to tbe Old Boys' Union for their generous and welcome gifts. Also, our thanks go to the Katz, Morris and Kolesky families, as well as to a number of Old Boys, for tbeir wbole-bearted support wbilst we were in the Transvaal. It was a highly successful tour enjoyed by all. R. JOSEPHSON. 82

The Opening Match of the Tour Vs. Helpmekaar HoĂŤrskool, Johannesburg (Monday, 24th June). Helpmekaar kicked off in fine. wea.ther and Wynberg were taking time to acchmatlse themselves to the pace of the game and tbe field. The Helpmekaar forwards were functioning more as a unit tban were tbeir Wynberg counterparts, and tbe borne team would bave scored had their centres been able to penetrate tbe bard first-time tackling. After Calder had missed a penalty attempt from the lO-yard line, Wynberg irnprov~d vastly. From just outside tbe Helpmekaar 25 In the 16th minute, flybalf Kolesky sent over a beautiful drop-kick that was three points all the way. Play swung down to tbe Wynberg Line in the 20th minute and the Wynberg backs were trapped offside at a line-out. Tbe easy penalty in front of the poles was converted by Badenhorst. Baerecke, flank, capitalised on a handling error by Helpmekaar and with eighth-man Cox nearly scored from a dangerous rush. The balf ended with Wynberg on attack, after a strong run by Corbitt down the right wing. Half-time: W.B.H.S. 3, H.H.S. 3. After the break, Wynberg pressed strongly. The pack, however, were playing loosely and were being driven back. Rookledge, nonetheless got through a lot of good work in the loose. Stout Wynberg defence held the keen Helpmekaar team out. Jn the 18th minute, skipper Baerccke left the field with a painful ankle injury. A slightly demoralised Wynberg side then let Helpmekaar in. In the 20th minute, the Helpmekaar wing, Powell, received, kicked ahead to foil the cover defence, gathered again near the line and crossed far out. The conversion failed. Horton missed a penalty shortly afterwards from just outside the 25. At this stage Baerecke returned, to inspire his team. Wynberg were attacking when almost on time Helpmekaar were penalised 40 yards out and 20 yards from touch. Calder goaled with a magnificent kick, to level the scoring and give the Wynberg team a deserved draw for their first outing. Final score: W.B.H.S. 6, H.H.S. 6. Referee: M r. Cas de Bruyn.

sun, on a very warm day. From the first linemovement that the "Saints" launched, Wynberg almost opened their account. A dropped ball at centre was footed through, and from the resulting rush Baerecke and Corbitt nearly scored. At this stage the Wynberg backs looked ready to score at any moment. Wynberg missed another oPP?rtunity when Calder's kick from the lO-yard hne veered off at the last second. St. Stitbians were putting on strong pressure themselves with a greater share of the ball from tight play, though Wynberg dominated the loose. A break by R?ss led to a ruck in tbe Saints' 25. WIth usual sWIftness the forwards had the rucked ball out to the backs. The ball was spun to Corbitt on the left wing for bim to beat bis opposite number and cross far out. Calder's kick missed. Wynberg were not vastly superior, and the Saints had their share of line movements, without being able to achieve a break-through. Half-time: W.B.H.S. 3, St. Stithians O. From the re-start Wynberg forced St. Stithians into their 25. After eight minutes, a fine piece of clearance from a tighthead by the Wynberg hooker, Schewitz, saw the ball out to fly-half Kolesky. He placed a beautiful kick over the heads of. the shallow-lying defence for Cawood on the ngbt wing, coming in fast, to beat the Saints' fullback to the toucbdown. Horton kicked the easy conversion for Wynberg to take a safe 8-0 lead. The Saints missed an opportunity of opening their scoring when a penalty attempt went astra~. The Wynberg side was tiring and the. St. Ttlthlans centres began penetrating the first hne of defence. However, an excellent cover defence with Cawood and Kolesky prominent held them out. The gallant Saints launched a final attack with only 3 minutes to no side. A centre broke and gave to FreemantIe for tbe wing to score a well-deserved try. The conversion failed. Thus Wynberg re~istered a good victory over a team always trying to break their strangehold, and very nearly sucsucceeded in tbe closing stages. The provincial referee, Mr. Eddie Hofmeyr, handled this delightful game. Final score: W.B.H.S. 8, St. Stithians 3. The Final Match of the Tour Vs. Pretoria Boys' High School, Pretoria (Thursday, 27th June). Pretoria Boys' High Scbool kicked off on a chilly, windy afternoon. After five minutes Ross at centre kicked abead for Cawood to come close to scoring. Wynberg kept up tbe pressure with

The Second Match of the Tour Vs. Sf. Stithians College, Randburg, Transvaal (Tuesday, 25th June). St. Stithians, clad in white, kicked off into the 83

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Sims prominent in a dangerous forward rush. In the 21st minute, receiving from a full line-movement, Cawood streaked over to score. Calder missed the kick. Play moved from end to end, with neither side showing marked superiority. Wynberg were getting more than their sbare of the ball from the hard-working forwards, especially Sims and Calder in the line-outs, but untidy handling among tbe inside backs prevented Wynberg from going further ahead. Half-time:

Craven Week was introduced five years ago, as a means of improving South African Schools' Rugby and also to give boys from different parts of the country an opportunity to get togetber, both on and off the field. This aim has been achieved, and no one will agree more than those wbo have taken part. The W.P. team this year, which included three Wynberg boys, Brian Rookledge, John Cawood and John Sims, failed to produce a good record on paper, but the team did play good, open rugby, and with a little more practice together, could well have made a better showing. Apart from the actual matches, any morning when teams were not playing, they were coached by their Springbok "stepfathers", as they were called. In the case of W.P. it was Mr. "Butch" Lochner, and these men managed to give a lot of individual attention, which was greatly appreciated. Off the rugby field our time was fully occupied, and the entertainment consisted of a reception with the mayor and a cinema show the following evening. The Bloemfontein Police Force staged a very entertaining Variety Show, which was appreciated by all except the Rhodesian boys, who were unable to understand Afrikaans. On tbe Friday, tbere was no rugby, and all tbe boys were entertained by the Army. The morning was taken up by a conducted tour of the parachute school, where we saw a fine practical demonstration. In the afternoon we were taken out to a shooting range and were given a very interesting weapons demonstration. Dr. Danie Craven gave us a lecture on the finer points of rugby that night. Brian Rookledge must be congratulated on being the first Wynberg boy to captain a Craven Week team. We would all like to thank the Shell Company, who sponsored this week. We would also like to thank Mr. Oosthuizen and Mr. Voigt for their entbusiastic and expert coaching that helped so much towards our selection.

W.B.H.S. 3, P.B.H.S. O.

The first indication of what was to follow, came in tbe 8th minute. A tighthead from Goosen in the Pretoria half saw the ball out to centre Wilmot. He broke incisively to outstrip the defence and score midway out. Horton's attempted conversion failed (6-0). This try inspired the team and they really "clicked" for the first time. Now almost unbeatable, they took:. complete command. Long kicks by Calder for Wynberg and Jacobs, the Pretoria flyhalf, both failed. Baerecke charged down a clearance kick by Jacobs to put Wynberg on attack. From a lineout Wynberg burst through in a forward rush and Baerecke and Morris pressed simultaneously. Horton goaled from close in after 18 minutes (11-0). Six minutes later Kolesky brought off a break:. that had class written all over it. Leaving the defence flat-footed, he linked up with Cawood, moving up fast. Cawood beat his opposing wing by sheer speed to score in the corner. A magnificent conversion by Calder from touch rounded off the best movement of the tour. In the dying minutes Armstrong made good ground on the left. When he was tackled, the ball was moved to the other wing, where Cawood after shaking off a tackle found his way blocked. He passed inside to the ubiquitous Kolesky backing up, and he scored in the corner. Calder's kick missed, leaving the score at a very impressive nineteen points to nil. A fitting end to a fine tour. Final score: Referee:

W.B.H.S. 19, P.B.H.S.

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J. SIMS.

Dr. Bertie Strasheirn.

W.B.H.S. vs. RONDEBOSCH, at Wynberg, 20th July, 1968. Both teams ran on to the field with great eagerness, baving drawn an early-season encounter 6-6. Playing on a heavy field, Wynberg kicked off, and from the start it was clear tbat a gruelling, tense forward game was in tbe offing. Both packs worked very well in the set scrums and the loose,

Touring Party Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, Mr. J. Voigt, A. Armstrong, P. Baerecke, J. Bowie, D. Calder, J. Cawood, P. Corbitt, M. Cox, A. Goosen, K. Horton, R. Josephson, J. Katz, S. Kitley, K. Kolesky, K. Long, B. Morris, B. Rookledge, A. Ross, I. Schewitz, J. Sims, R. Weilers, A. Wilmot. 84

though line-outs were often untidy. Few fluent line movements were seen, but trus was due chiefly to hard tackling and tight covering by both sides. In tbe 25th minute Calder failed to open the scoring with a difficult penalty kick. Halftime score: 0-0_ Kolesky (Wynberg fly-half) kept his forwards on the attack with some good line-kicking. In the 20th minute, Fitzgerald (Rondebosch wing) was wide with an easy penalty from 30 yards ouL but minutes later Robarts (f1yhalf) provided some excitement when he cut the line and jinked past a few Wynberg defenders, but the movement was checked. The break-through came when Morris (Wynberg scrumhalf) was enticed into an off-side position from a set scrum in front of his own posts for Fitzgerald to raise the flags with the easiest of penalties (3-0). Wynberg struggled to equalise, and the final whistle saw Calder (lock) missing with a 40-yard attempt at goal. The Wynberg loose trio was always quick to the ball and Rookledge in particular did good work in tbe Ijne-outs and the I.oose play. Final score: 3-0. Referee: Mr. E. de Villiers.

W.B.H.S. vs. BISHOPS, at Bishops, 3rd August, 1968. ]n an exciting open game, Bishops shaded Wynberg 8-3, with both teams playing entertaining rugby. Bishops kicked off with a strong wind at their backs, but Cawood (Wynberg wing), gathering the ball, took play .into the bome team's 25 wi.th some strong running in which be outstripped the surprised defence. In the 2nd minute Wynberg was awarded a penalty, but Horton was off the mark with a difficult kick against the wind. A determined Bisbops team stormed on to the Wynberg line and a penalty agajnst the defending si.de saw Starke open the scoring with a good kick (3-0). From a line-out on the halfway line, the ball rolled loose. Kolesky (fiyhalf) received through good supporting play and a quick heel by the Wynberg pack and he sent Cawood away to dot down in the corner. The kick failed (3-3). The 20th minute saw Kolesky snatch a rolling ball in his own 25. He made a good 40 yards before passing to Cawood, who was coming up fast in support, but the pass was knocked on and a promising movement curtailed. A beautiful break by Ross (centre) took play to within yards of the Bishops' line, but a long kick relieved the pressure. Half-time score: 3-3. Wynberg again started off well and almost scored when Ross .Iobbed a long pass out to Cawood, who gave Ernms a clear run to the line, but the final pass was ruled forward. Both packs seemed to be fading and Bishops, capitalising on a lapse in tbe Wynberg defence, scored from a set scrum on the Wynberg line as one of the flankers crashed over under the posts for Starke to convert (8-3). Final score: 8-3.

W.B.H.S. vs. JAN VAN RTEBEECK, at J.v.R., 27th July, 1968. Despite the miserable conditions and heavy ball, both teams played enterprising, instructive rugby. The two flyhalves, Kolesky and Meintjies, fed their backs at every opportunity, but neither side crossed for a try, and the only score of the game came in the 15th minute wben Meintjie put J.v.R. in the lead with a good penalty goal. 1n this half, both packs did well in the tight phases, but Wynberg had tbe edge in the loose, with Rooldedge in particular very quick to the point of breakdown. Half-time score: 3-0. From the kick-off. Wynberg launched a number of dangerous three-quarter attacks deep into the V.R. half and the two centres (Ross and Wilmot) broke well, but a solid cover defence he.ld them at bay. An absorbing line-out tussle between Calder and De Wet at nO.Swas an interesting feature of the game with Calder gradually gaining the advantage. In tbe 15th minute, Calder was short with a long, angled attempt at goal. Shortly afterwards V.R. gained possession from a line-out inside the Wynberg 25; Meintjies broke inside, but his centre knocked on with the line at his feet. For the last 10 minutes the heavier V.R. pack pounded at the Wynberg try Ijne, providing many anxious moments for the defenders. Final score: 3-0. Referee: Mr. E. de Villi~rs.

W.B.H.S. vs. PAARL GYMNASIUM, Sat. 10th August, 1968. On a sunny day .in the Paarl Sports Stadium, Wynberg faced up to Paarl Gymnasium .in one of the matches celebrating the Centenary of the Paarl Boys' High School. Paarl Gymnasium kicked off, and the exchanges from the beginning were unusually vigorous. Their pressure told, and in the 7th minute tbey scored a goal (5-0). Already there were signs of over-robust play, and the Wynberg skipper was laid out for a while. Two attempts by Calder (Wynberg) at converting penalties went astray, the first shaving the upright. After 15 minutes Calder put over a good kick from outside the 25 85

version pushed the score up to 24-3. 12 minutes after the resumption, Rookledge (flank) tore away from a loose scrum on the H.H.H. 25 and had a clear run to the corner. H.H.H. left their counteroffensive a little late when their flyhalf had two clean breaks, but good covering by his opposite number, Kolesky, checked the movements on both occasions. An opportunist try by the H.H.H. right wing (C. Ross) and the conversion rounded off the scoring. Final score: 27-8.

to bring Wynberg back into the game. Their hopes suffered a set-back when the Gym. flank romped over next to the posts, the score moving to 10-3. Kolesky, fly-half, was off the field just before half-time, but returned. Half-time: W.B.H.S. 3, Paarl Gymnasium 10. Calder's kick at goal after 5 minutes missed, and Gym. went further ahead with a well-worked try at the corner flag. The conversion failed. Wynberg, taking the initiative, were opening up from virtually their own line, while the opposition were content to maintain their unbeaten record in schools' rugby. Wynberg nearly scored, but the final pass to Armstrong was ruled forward. Almost on time, flyhalf Kolesky received from centre Ross and kicked ahead for Cawood on the right wing. He was stopped short of the line, but the ball, beautifully rucked by the Wynberg pack, sped out to Armstrong who streaked over for an unconverted try (13-6). This score was greeted with tremendous applause from the crowd. The Paarl side won, but Wynberg came out of the match with distinction, playing crowd-pleasing, festival rugby. Final score: W.B.H.S. 6, Paarl Gymnasium 13. Referee: Mr. Axrowegh.

Referee:

Mr. B. Mc Ewan.

W.B.H.S. vs. S.A.C.S., at S.A.C.S., 24th August, 1968. Gaining the major share of the ball and using it effectively, Wynberg won 16-9 on a sticky field. SACS kicked off, and in the 7th minute, flyhalf ~orrison put them in the lead with a penalty kIck from the 25. Then Kolesky scored after Brownlee had picked up a loose ball and made good ground before swinging the ball out to his flyhalf. The kick went astray and the score remained 3-3 until half-time. Good breaks by Ross and Morris gave the SACS fifteen a few anxious moments. The Wynberg '8' was very effective in the loose, heeling the ball quickly and cleanly from the rucks. In the line-outs Rookledge, standing at number two, formed an effective counter to the SACS jumpers. Half-time score: 3-3.

W.B.H.S. vs. HOTIENTOTS HOLLAND HIGH, at Wynberg, 17th August, 1968. With the major share of the ball, Wynberg outplayed their opponents to the tune of 27-8. Both teams played positive rugby, but the well-drilled and more mobile Wynberg pack laid the foundation for victory. Calder opened the scoring in the 4th minute with a penalty kick from the 25, and five minutes later a quick change in direction by Ross (centre) saw Cawood over for an un converted try (6-0). In the 12th minute Momberg replied with an easy penalty, but it was not long before the home side went further abead wben Morris (scrum half) snatched up a loose ball to score close in. Horton converted (11-3). A kick ahead by Ross had the H.H.H. fullback in trouble; the ever-present Baerecke was up to gather the ball and pass to Cox, who dashed over for a try under the posts. Another conversion and the score was 16-3. Half-time score: 16-3. . It was Calder again who set the score rolling 10 the second half with a mighty 40-yard penalty (19-3). Emms scored in the right-hand corner after a good movement in which 7 Wynberg players handled the ball, and an excellent con-

Immediately after the resumption, a kick ahead by Ross was touched down. From the resulting 25 drop-out, the ball reached Kolesky, who ran 40 yards, shaking off three tackles before scoring under the posts. Horton's conversion gave Wynberg an 8-3 lead. Minutes later, Morrison received from a line-out and steadied himself for a fine drop-kick. In the 15th minute, be added another 3 points to the SACS tally when he booted over a 40-yard penalty with the greatest of ease. A Iineout inf!ingement enabled Calder (Wynberg lock) to raIse the flags with a difficult kick from 30 yards out (11-9). Five minutes before full time Cawood collected a kick ahead by the SACS fly: half and with an amazing burst of speed broke down the centre of the field and scored in a good position for Horton to goal (16-9). Kolesky, the Wynberg flyhalf, engineered movements and varied his play with intelligence. He scored a try in each half. Final score:

16-1. Referee:

Mr. Arnold.

W.B.H.S. vs. PLUMSTEAD, at Wynberg, 7th September, 1968. In a game that had something of a "derby atmosphere", Wynberg fully deserved their 9-6 victory over a keen Plumstead side. The visitors opened the scoring with a penalty by Hendrickse, the flyhalf, and this was followed up when Horton equalised with a penalty in front of the poles. The game promised at times to flare up into an exciting, fluent match, but owing to numerous scrums and other stoppages in play, it did not achieve its full potential. Plumstead increased their score to 6 points when the wing, Orange, crossed for a try after a good run down the touch line (6-3). Wynberg fought back strongly, and in the 24th minute Cawood beat his man to come within inches of scoring. Baerecke (flank) almost scored after he had picked up a loose ball round a scrum near tbe Plumstead line, but he lost the ball while diving over. Just on half-time, Calder made no mistake with a beautiful kick from 35 yards out. Half-time score: 6-6. In the fifth minute of the second balf, Cawood, receiving from a line movement, was again given very little space in which to move, and stepped out at the corner. A few minutes later, Morris (scrum-half) broke clear from a line-out but was tripped. The resulting penalty by Horton shaved the outside of the left upright. Calder (lock) was having a field day .in the line-outs, and after gathering tbe ball cleanly from one of these, broke right tbrough onto the 25, and the resulting movement almost led to a score. Sustained pressure on the visitors' line saw Rookledge force his way over the line, but the referee awarded a penalty and tbis time Horton succeeded witb a good kick from the same position. In the closing stages, an opportunity for Plumstead to equalise with路 a penalty was wasted. Final Score: 9-6. Referee: Dr. J. Katz.

were having everytbing their own way in tbe tight scrums, but in tbe JOth minute, Corbitt crashed over in the corner, only to be calIed back for a knock-on on the 25. School, however, scored two minutes later when KoJesky ran up the toucll line and cross-kicked. A series of handling errors by the Old Boys saw Baerecke gather a loose bali to send Rookledge over for a try, which Calder converted with a superb kick. Turvey replied for the Old Boys after evading several tackles in a 40-yard dash for the line (5-3). The Old Boys were using their plentiful supply of the ball to good advantage, and in the 25th minute, Badenhorst scored under the posts after flanker Charles had made the running. Probyn's conversion took the score to 8-5. Turvey went over for his second try after a movement initiated by the imaginative Doug Hopwood who deceived the defence with a dummy pass in a standing position on the halfway line. Half-time score: lJ-5. The Scbool kept tbe game alive with a fine try by Ross. He broke well and gave the ball out to Emms who passed back inside for his co-centre to score far out (11-8). The Old Boys now turned on the pressure and attacked relentlessly in the School's 25. School's defence came through tbe ordeal, and from their own line they opened up and Cawood was given space in wbicb to move, but Hopwood managed to force him into touch. From the ensuing line-out, Baerecke pounced on a loose ball in the Old Boys' in-goal area to level the scores at 11-all. Eigbt minutes from time, Cawood gathered a loose ball just inside tbe Old Boys' half and turned on tbe pace to score a well-deserved try. Baerecke's attempt at conver-

W.B.H .S. vs. OLD BOYS, 18th Septem ber, 1968. The large crowd that braved the damp conditions was treated to a fine display of fast-moving open rugby in the true Wynberg tradition. The Old Boys' team, witb Doug Hopwood (wing) helping to prove tbat low tackling does not always payoff, managed to shade tbe School team 16-14, but the latter did very well, considering that their pack was grossly out-weighted. School had the better of the earlier exchanges and attacked from tbe start with good runs by both wings, Corbitt and Cawood. The Old Boys 87

bands and kicks equally well with both feet. Unfortunately a serious injury prevented him from reaching his peak form. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1968.

sion was unsuccessful (14-11). The fast pace of the game was beginning to tell on the School players and they were unable to check an Old Boy attack, which resulted in Turvey going over for his hat-trick. The conversion by Hopwood from in front gave the Old Boys their 16-14 victory. Final Score: 16-14. Ref.: Dr. J. Katz. Unless otherwise stated, wrote the match reports.

Raymond

D. CALDER : One of the most improved players in tbe side. Througb sheer hard work rind application he developed into one of the finest Line-out forwards playing school rugby. He should mature into a very fine forward. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1968.

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OLD BOYS' TEAM

A. GOOSEN: One of the finest hookers in inter·school rugby. An outstanding forward in both the tight and tbe loose, a player wbo bas a promising future. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1968. B. MORRIS: A very sound and competent scrurnhalf who served his team well. He must, however, improve his kicking and develop a straigbt break. A. ROSS: A promising young centre. He has speed, safe hands, a very fine break and a sound defence. He should develop into a fine player next season. A. WILMOT: A most versatile player, equally at bome at both fly-balf and centre. He bas served his team well and should mature into a fine player next season. A. ARMSTRONG : A wing of undoubted ability who played some good games during the season. K. HORTON: A more tban sound full·back. He has good hands and kicks well with both feet. He must endeavour to increase his power of acceleration and to improve his tackling. M. COX: A rugged, reliable eighth man whose game improved as tbe season progressed. At his best when the pressure is reallyon. I. EMMS: A keen and intelligent centre whose form was badly impeded by a number of injuries. He should develop into a very good player next season. I. BROWNLEE: A sound and mobile frontranker who played some very good games during the season. He should mature into a very fine forward next year. P. CORBITT: Undoubtedly the most improved player in the team. He is a strong, fearless, bardrunning wing who plays with zest and determination. L. OOSTHUIZEN: A very sound front-ranker. Unfortunately a knee injury put an early end to his rugby career.

I. Scott; D. Craye, A. Turvey, M. Erasmus, D. Hopwood ; M. Bowditch, L. Wilson; S. Ger, M. English, R. Katz; A. Badenhorst, D. Whitfield, J. van Niekerk, B. Probyn; R. Charles. Dave Stewart withdrew because of a leg injury and Alistair Thorn and Aubrey Luck had to turn out for a Western Province team practice before their match against Natal.

CRITIQUE

OF 1st XV

P. BAERECKE: A top·class captain who, through his own high standard of fitness and dedication, was an inspiration to his team. A very fine constructive flank forward. Awarded Honour Badge and Rugby Blue for 1968. J. CA WOOD: The finest wing in Schools' rugby. Unfortunately a shoulder injury just as he was reaching his peak form prevented him from reaching greater heights. A player of exceptional promise. Represented W.P. Scbools at Craven Week. Awarded Honour Badge and Rugby Blue for 1968. B. ROOKLEDGE: A hard, rugged flank of great promise. His fiery play, speed on to the loose ball and hard tackling were an inspiration to tbe team. Captained the W.P. Schools team at Craven Week. Awarded Honour Badge and Rugby Blue for 1968. J. SIMS: A tireless, hard·working lock·forward. His grand all-round driving play coupled with his excellent line-out play earned him a place in the Western Province Scbools side at Craven Week. Awarded Honour Badge and Rugby Blue for 1968. J. KATZ: A hard, vital and very knowledgeable front·ranker. A tireless worker, both in tbe tight and the loose, who maintained a consistently high standard of play througbout the season. Awarded Rugby Blue for 1968. K. KOLESKY : A player with the makings of a top·c1ass fly·half. He has a cool head, safe 88

Miller managed to cut down his lead. The best scores were:

S. KlTLEY: A good lock and front-ranker. He is a knowledgeable player, but must infuse more fire into bis game, both in the loose and the tight. WEILERS: A keen and promising Loose-forward. He is very fit and works hard. He must, however, improve his speed off the mark and develop a keener sense of anticipation. . I.F.O.

Harry Lipchitz (85-86-171). Philip Goodwin (90-83-173). Hugh Miller (92-87-179). Wynberg boys managed to feature in otber competitions held by the Golf Foundation. Lipshitz won the best net prize in the S.A. Junior championsbips. Casper won the Pepsi-Cola Winter Trophy and Langley took the honours in a Bogey Competition. In one such competition, Dave Rolfe sank a 4-iron approach for a two on a par-4 hole at Metropolitan, while Philip Goodwin managed to achieve one of the primary ambitions of every golfer - a hole-in-one, at the 6tb at Royal Cape. In conclusion, I would like to thank all the members for their ever-willing support of the club.

Chairman: P. Goodwin. Secretary: R. Langley. Treasurer: E. Casper. Captain: H. Lipshitz.

As in the past, the Golf Club has enjoyed a successful year, tbe meetings and competitions receiving good support. At the first of our meetings we decided upon a new system of prizes. Each boy paid a small competition entrance fee, and tbis money went towards purchasing the balls which were distributed as prizes. This system enabled us to give the top players in the championships far more substantiaL prizes than in the past. During the first half of the year, 3 competitions were staged, Roy Langly winning two and Michael Cooke winning the other. We were very pleased to see the progress made by not onLy a few, but aH of the members, and as a result the winning scores in competitions have greatly improved. Since last year Sean Dowling has cLipped rune shots off his handicap and is now 21. Dave Rolfe aod Roy Langleyare now down to 14, Hugh Mille.r has dropped from 18 to 10, Philip Goodwin from 15 to 9 and Harry Lipchitz from 12 to 7. We entered 3 teams in the Inter-Schools Cnampionships, held on a foursomes basis at Mowbray. Although Wynberg did not feature among the winners, the boys thoroughly enjoyed tbe keen competition. The eventual winners were Paul and Barry Carrol of C.B.C. After the June holidays, the scnool championships were held over two rounds, tbe first of which was played at Clovelly in wet and very windy conditions. Of the 6 qualifiers, Lipshitz (85) and Goodwin (90) fared best. The final round was played at Westlake and, as expected, Lipshitz came out on top, although Goodwin and

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Once again it gives me great pleasure and pride to be able to record tbe achievements of the School's Cricket Club during the season in review. Our first eleven has emerged second only to the Protea log leaders for the season. We hasten, therefore, to congratulate Stellenbosch University on winning the Protea Cup for the 1967-68 season. No previous W.B.H.S. 1st XI that I can remember has not been represented in the W.P. Nuffield XI, but ironically this is true for this season; despite the fact tbat no previous team has achieved such success at this level of cricket.

back into the A section of the Currie Cup InterProvincial Cricket competition this season. Derek Low, we note, was still active for tbe Province, and bope tbat he will return permanently. Fritz Bing was also active as a manager and advisor on numerous occasions during the season. Whilst mentioning the Old Boys of recent years, one is immediately reminded of that fine young cricketer who passed away so tragically this year. I refer to David (Ossie) Powell. Mrs. Powell has donated a cup in bis memory to tbe Cricket Club. The initial award went to our captain, Morris McClurg, as tbe best batsman of the season. Another of our outstanding Old Boys to pass on was Brian SewelI, who met his untimely death in the Windhoek air disaster. We sympathise with those wbo bave been bereaved during tbe season. and remember the exploits of our friends during their shining hours.

Tn assessing the team's ability, we would not be wrong if we stated that it was teamwork and the sacrifices made by each player that contributed to the success of the side. Ken Bridgens led the team ably last year, which included the short tour to Natal in September. It was here that the young side learned to appreciate each other's ability so tbat when Morris McClurg took over command he had a well-drilled machine with which to operate in the middle. Tbese two captains bave personally given of their best to the club. They are jointly at the top of the batting averages and McClurg is, with Roy Clarke, at the top of the bowling averages. Morris goes one better by being second to Keith Kolesky, our wicket keeper, as a catcher in the field of play." He took twelve catches to Keith's twentythree, but Keith also bas fifteen stumpings to his credit.

Two years ago we featured an article on the W.P. Willows and note with satisfaction that Ken Heldsinger is again active on a tour of Rhodesia with tbis team. Congratulations on this noble effort! It is only by sponsoring such tours that our Union will ever be able to shake off the shackles of inexperience which are binding our young players. On tbe schoolboy level, too, we welcome the enterprise of Messrs. R. Watson of R.B.H.S. and D. Thompson of Bisbops in running the underfifteen week last season. To Mr. Lionel Heath of W.B.H.S. we also extend our congratulations on convening the 'Invitation Week' at the Cape for tbis September. This type of topline cricketing experience must improve the standard of our cricket here in the W.P. Dale College, Queen's College, Grey College, P.E., and Union High from Graaff Reinet will be visiting during the preseason holidays.

Two of the W.P. Nuffield representatives, Payne from R.B.H.S. and the captain, R. Cheetham, of Bishops, were chosen for the S.A. Nuffield XI. We congratulate these two players and their respective schools on this fine achievement. The W.P. Colts team which played the visiting Australian schoolboys was captained by Cbris Stephens, and he had Geoff. Jobnson and Spencer Trott witb him in the same team. Michael Giles and his Technical College team are to be congratulated on winning the first league competition. We hope that W.P. will be able to force their way

We are indeed privileged to have so many of our Old Boys scattered among the first teams of tbe various clubs. This enables us to enjoy the competition much more, as we follow the fortunes of our respective cbampions. Michael Oiles, 91

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for our Natal tour. Mr. Cawood was indeed most helpful in this enterprise, and we would Ijke to record the Club's thanks to him for his enthusiastic guidance in all our cricketing matters. Here Mr. Blackbeard and the Committee must be singled out for thanks as well, for their encouragement and concern in all the matters pertaining to cricket and the well-being of the teams, and especially for our new score board.

Primarily, when we extend the Club's tbanks to all who have been so helpful to us during the season, we mention the sterling work of our staff. Week after week they untiringly give of the.ir time, energy and themselves to make the boys' lot a happy one, and the Schoors a successful one. Mr. Tom Reddick, and for a short period Mr. Gavin Pfuhl, were our coaches during the season. During tbe weeks before Varsity commenced, keenness in cricket became very apparent, and we would like to thank these two gentlemen for this surge in keenness. Mr. D. Kooy continued to look after the under thirteens, with Mr. A. J. Morris supervising the A team. Mr. Pretorius returned to the Junior School at tbe commencement of the year and immediately reshaped their programme, entering an additional under eleven side for competitive matches. Messrs. Smith and Just are assisting with the supervision, and the boys are enjoying their cricket. Mr. Unger took over the organisation of the under fifteen group from Mr. Ed. Hopkins, who left for Kimberley in mid-season. The A team had some excellent matches but were not tbe best team in the competition. There is some excellent material in this team, however, and I am looking forward to the new season. Messrs. Blom, Bromberger and Kallaway maintained the enthusiasm of these lads and they had a very successful season.

Mr. Marais, our groundsman, has been confronted with an almost impossible task of keeping the rugby club supplied with fields and then immediately switching his efforts to the preparation of wickets. The grounds were in good condition throughout the season. Tbe wickets the first team played on were always good, sometimes excellent. To him and the groundstaff we extend our sincere thanks. The Umpires' Association has provided us with more umpires this season tban ever before. This may well be because we bave supplied tbem with at least one permanent umpire, namely C. Priestman, a schoolboy umpire who, the Umpires' Association feel, should mature into a first-class autbority in this sphere. When an army is in the field, for everyone soldier at the front, there must be ten backing him up, if victory is to be achieved. For us we have five backroom boys, who ensure the smooth running of the equipment side of the Club's needs. These boys, under Master's supervision, pack at least twenty bags of cricket gear weekly, checking each item, throughout the season. To them then, we would express not only our thanks but our deep gratitude for a job well and conscientiousl y done.

In the senior group we entered only four teams for the last term of the year. Messrs. Mathew, Heath, Gilmore and Voigt were in charge of the respective teams.

Awards for the Season:

Jn the 1st XI Captain's Remarks, he mentions the loyal parents and followers who so keenly support our teams. We are indeed thankful to them for the keenness and competitive spirit they engender in these matches. To the wonderful team of motbers wbo "man" the Tuck Shop we would also tender our sincere thanks. Especially for cricket, where tea and lunches play such an important part, we express our gratitude to Mrs. Blackbeard, our matron Mrs. Powell, and Sister de Klerk from the bostel, and to Mrs. Blanckenberg, Mrs. Probyn and their helpers. Mrs. McClurg must receive special thanks bere for her pa rt, together with that of the fund-raising committee wbich so ably raised tbe necessary funds

Colours: K. Bridgens, M. Deaar, M. McClurg, J. Cawood, B. Rookledge, K. Kolesky, N. Woodin, R. Kent, ]. Townsend. 1st XI Caps: Humphries,

All these

1. Emms,

2nd XI Caps: B. Morris, geris, K. Horton.

awarded colours and D. T. Kolesky, R. Clark. T. Bakkum,

Under 15 Caps: M. Gluck.man, Lamb, C. Ramsden, F. Kalis, Under

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Bat Awards: Kolesky. For taking

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Vs. Ttechs., 21/10/67. Batting first on the picturesque Vineyard ground the School were all out for 124 (McClurg 25). Techs replied with 96; McClurg 3/13, Cawood 3.18. In our second innings we were bowled out for 117 (Woodin 27). Techs, requiring 145, were dismissed for 105. McClurg bowled constantly to take 5/22. The School thus won by 40 runs.

House Matches. lunior 10 6 8 0

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Player Bridgens, K. McClurg,M. Woodin, N. Townsend, J. Goodwin, P. Dewar, M. Kolesky, K. Clark,R. Kent, R. Cawood, J. Rookledge, B.

Bowler Clark, R. McClurg, M. Kolesky, T. Cawood, J. Bridgens, K. Woodin, N.

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Batting NotOut Highest Total Aver. 2 62 343 22.86 7 61 502 22.81 3 106 652 22.44 4 63 457 20.80 4 54 135 19.28 0 54 301 17.70 1 53 469 15.12 2 31 152 13.81 4 28 306 13.39 3 51 335 13.10 1 45 280 J 0.71

Bowling Ovs. Mds. Wkts. 146.1 31 30 346.1 71 68 45 22 140 348.4 54 60 166.5 19 22 177 39 18

Rns. 341 798 347 1,008 551 504

Vs. Plumstead, 4/11 /67. Plumstead, batting first, could not master McC1urg's fine seam bowling and were soon out for 68 (McClurg 7/21). The School knocked up a brisk 268, Wooding scoring a fine 106. Plumstead improved in their second knock, scoring 187, which was still not sufficient to avoid defeat. The School won by an innings and 13 runs. Vs. SACS, 18/11/67. Sacs batted first and scored 174. Bridgens, bowling his leg-spinners, took 6/59. We scored 204. Bridgens completed a fine double by scoring 62. S.A.C.S., after being 14/4, recovered to score 191/6 dec. We scored 115/6 in our second innings. The School thus won on the 1st innings by 3 wickets.

Aver. 11.36 1l.73 15.77 19.01 25.14 28.00

Vs. "Black Bau", 20/12/67. The "Black Bats", captained by Clive van Ryneveld, included two provincial cricketers (M. Oiles and N. Budge), both Wynberg Old Boys. The School scored 178/5 dec., Woodin missing his second century by three runs. The "Black Bats" knocked off the runs, thanks to N. Budge (62). The School lost by 7 wickets.

Fielding Kolesky, K., 23 ct. 15 st.; McClurg, M., 12 ct.; Rookledge, B., 9 ct.; Woodin, N., 8 ct.; Townsend, J., 7 ct.; Cawood, J., 6 ct.; Bridgens, K., 5 ct.; Kent, R., 5 ct. ; Clark, 5 ct.; Goodwin, P., 4 ct. ; Emms, 1., 4 ct. ; Dewar, M., 3 ct. ; Reyneke, 3 ct.

Vs. Banks, 6/12/67. Playing against a strong Banks Wednesday the School scored 148/8 dec. (Townsend Denne, a 1st Division player, slaughtered School's bowling, scoring 62 in quick time. School lost by 4 wickets.

FIRST XV MATCH SUMMARY

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1967 Schools Week. Vs. Bishops, 9/12/67. Playing on the plumb SACS wicket, Bishops batted first and scored 200/6 dec., the wickets being evenly shared. At the close the School had scored 193/8. (Townsend 46, Woodin 38, Bridgens40). The match was thus drawn.

Vs. Stellenbosch "B", 10/10/67. This was the first game after the tour. The School batted first and scored 138. Dewar (33) and Bridgens (24) were the only batsmen able to master the students' bowling. Stellenbosch were bundled out for 83. McClurg (5/12) had the Stellenbosch batsmen tied up in knots. We scored 182 in our second knock, thanks mainly to Dewar (41) and Woodin (36). Stellenbosch needed 237 to win, but were all out for a mere 76. McClurg (7/26) did all the damage. The School thus won by 161 runs.

Vs. Town, 11/12/67. Batting first on a damp Bishops "B" pitch, the School was dismissed for 52. Only Townsend (13), Dewar (15) and Cawood reached double

FIRST XI CRICKET, 1968 .'lUlllding (I. to r.): R. Kent, B. Morris. J. Townsend. R. Clark, P. Goodwin. I. Emms. Sealed (I. to r.): K. Kolesky. J. Cawood (V.-c.), Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), M. McClurg (Capt.). Mr. J. Mathew (Coach), B. Rookledge, N. Woodin. figures. Town got the runs for the loss of 2 wkts. We thus lost by 8 wkts.

1968 Vs. S/alldard Banks, 24/1/68. With four members away, the team reshuffled with 3 Under Fifteens and a 2nd Team player filling the gaps. Batting first, the School was skittled out by D. McMeeking. an Old Boy, playing for Claremont 1st, who took 5/18 with his leg-spin and googlies. Goodwin (25 n.o.) and Kolesky (18) were the main contributors to our total of 109. At the close, Banks were struggling with 93/8. Dyer took 3/14. The game was thus a draw.

V~路. Rondebosch, 12/12/67. Rondebosch batted first on the U.e.T. Oval and scored 160/7 dec. (Bridgens 3/69). The School had scored 119/6 at the close (Dewar 42, Wood in 29). The game was drawn. Vs. Nor/hems,

13/12/67.

In a game played at the Vineyard, Northerns, batting first, scored 206/8. Dewar, bowling legcutters, took 4/22 in sixteen avers. The School held out and scored 150/8, Kolesky (42), Townsend (23), Cawood (23). The game thus ended in a draw.

Vs. SACS (Friendly Ma/ch Practice), 27/1/68. A rather depleted SACS side batted first on a damp pitch and declared at 57/9, McClurg 3/11),

Clark (3/18). The Townsend retired at 116/7 in tbe second School thus won by

for 216. Cawood, bowling steadily, took 5/62. The School, after being 68/5, were all out for 200 (McClurg 36, Cawood 27, Rookledge 27, Clark 31). V.C.T. were skittled out for 76 in their second innings, Clark (4/28), Cawood )/41). Requiring 92 for victory, the School was sensationally out for 89. Woodin batted well to score 33. The School lost by 3 runs.

School declared at 156/5. 55. SACS improved to score innings (Cawood 2/10). The 8 wickets on the 1st innings.

Vs. Rondebosch, 3/2/68. In the first official game, Rondebosch were bowled out by Cawood (5/35) for 92. The School scored 137 (Rookledge 44). In their 2nd innings Rondebosch scored 102, McClurg doing the damage by taking 6/29. The School, needing 57, knocked off the runs for the loss of 4 wickets. (Kolesky 28 n.o., Kent 22.) The Scbool won by 6 wickets. The first victory against R.B.H.S. for many years.

Vs. Barclays Bank, 19/3/68. In the last game the Banks were bowled out for 99 (McClurg 3/16, Goodwin 2/3, Kent 1/1). Kolesky came to life in the last game and steered the School to a fine 8 wicket victory by scoring 53. Wood in (32) and Kolesky put on 80 for the first wicket. The 1st XI won by 8 wickets. M. REYNEKE.

Vs. Stellenbosch "A", 17/2/68. Playing against a powerful side which included several 1st Division players, the School scored 129 (Townsend 29, Rookledge 26). Stellenbosch scored 216 (Rookledge 3/8, Goodwin 2/8). In our second innings we scored 163. McClurg (61) played a captain's innings. Stellenbosch, requiring 77, got the runs for the loss of 8 wickets (Cawood 5/32). The end of a tense match was played ID light rain. The School thus lost by 2 wickets.

1st XI Captain's Comments. This year we had a fairly experienced team, losing only four players of the 1967 team. We moulded into a fine and spirited side. The bowlers attacked the stumps relentlessly and this paid dividends. The fielding, on occasions, was not up to standard, but on the whole it was good. We lost two vital games narrowly, one to Stellenbosch University, who won the log, and thus slipped from 1st to 2nd position on the final log. The highest position the School has yet held in the Protea League. We achieved two very notable victories in beating R.B.H.S. and Bishops. We had not beaten Rondebosch for many years and had never beaten Bishops previously. Messrs. Reddick and Matheware to be thanked for their enthusiastic coaching and encouragement, especially Mr. Mathew for the constant assistance he has given me. Thanks are also extended to Matron for supplying us with lunches, and to the ladies of the Tuckshop for the refreshments. We also appreciate the regular attendance of Messrs. Cawood, McClurg, Clark, Rookledge, Reyneke, Woodin and Mesdames Kent, Rookledge, McClurg and Cawood at our matches. I would also like to thank my vice-captain, John Cawood, and the rest of the team for the excellent support they have given me at all times.

Vs. Bishops, 2/3/68. Playing against Bisbops at home for the first time in five years, Bishops were all out for 139, Clark bowling very well to take 5/34. The School scored 256. Townsend (63) batted very attackingly, hitting Il fours; McClurg (57) again batted well, and Cawood (51) showed what power he possesses. Cawood again came to light in Bishops' 2nd innings, taking 6/39 out of a total of 150. Requiring 36 runs, the School knocked them off for the loss of 1 wicket. The School thus won by 9 wickets. This is the first victory the School has ever had over Bishops. Vs. Old Boys, 13/3/68. The Scbool batted first on a damp pitch and were soon in trouble with 6 wickets down for 52 runs. Goodwin and Cawood came together for a timely 50 partnership. The School was eventually out for 156 (Goodwin 54, Cawood 32). The Old Boys were bundled out for 138 (Burt 62), McClurg (3/30). In the second innings the School declared at 72/5 (Woodin 37), leaving the Old Boys 45 minutes in which to score 93 runs. They got the runs for the loss of 7 wickets with five minutes to spare. The School lost by 3 wickets.

MORRIS McCLURG.

2nd XI The team did not fare too well during the first half of the season and entered the second half with a negative attitude to the game. However,

Vs. U.C.T., 16/3/68. V.C.T. batted first, and at one stage were 16/4 and at a later stage 99/8, but were eventually out

after two games the players realised their potential and tbeir attitude improved, as did tbeir results. This can be seen by comparing the results of the two halves of the season. At least one batsman managed to get a high score in each of the games, and the bowling was generally of a high standard. Fielding was the weak point of the team, but this also improved during the season. Howard Dyer captained the side efficiently during the second half of the season, and Bakkum, Horton and Desligneris were awarded 2nd team caps for their achievements and enthusiasm. Results. Lru[ Term, 1967. Vs. Sea Point: Sea Point: 146 for 6 (Eddy 2/18). Wynberg: 62 (Emms 23). Lost by 84 runs. Vs. Bergvliet: Bervliet: 108 (Kolesky 8/40, Eddy 2/28). Wynberg: 11/ (Goodwin 28, Dyer 34, Morris 26). Won by 2 runs. Vs. Paarl: Wynberg: 74 (Gilbert 38). Paarl: 75 for 8 (Kolesky 6/25). Lost by two wickets. Vs. S.A.C.S.: Wynberg: 153 (Goodwin 27, Dyer 13, Simms 13, Emms 40). S.A.C.S.: 160 for 2 (Long I /16, Hutton I /33). Lost by 8 wickets. Vs. Rondebosch: Wyn berg: 49 (Emms 18). Rondebosch: 51 for 3 (Desligneris 2/9). Lost by 7 wickets. Firsl Term, 1968. Vs. Rondebosch: Wynberg: 88 (Emms 28, Williams 16). Rondebosch: 90 for 7 (Long 2/14, B. Dyer 2/18). Lost by 3 wickets. Vs. Paarl: Paarl: 42 (Desljgneris 5/9, B. Dyer 217). Wynberg: 43 for 2 (Emms 22 n.o., Horton 14 n.o.). Won by 8 wickets. Vs. Fish Roek: Fish Hoek: 111 (Ritchie 3/35, Long 3/4, Desligneris 4/25).

Wynberg: I 12 for 8 (Morris 23, Desligneris 38). Won by 2 wickets. Vs. S.A.C.S.: Wynberg 137 (Willjams 18, Dyer 17, Horton 46, Ba.kkum 22). S.A.C.S.: 118 (Ritchie 3/39, B. Dyer 2/19, Horton 4/19). Won by 19 runs. Vs. Old Boys: Wynberg: 162 for 6 (Dyer 18, Ritchie 18, Bakkum 72). Old Boys: 129 (Ritchie 5/38, H. Dyer 2/11). Won by 33 runs. Vs. Bishops: Bishops: 159 (Long 2/25, Desligneris 5/38). Wynberg: 121 (Horton 46, Williams 16). Lost by 38 runs. PLAYED

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3rd XI General Report. Although during our 5 matches we won 1 and drew 1, losing the rest, a terrific spirit was formed. We had one or two stars such as Hamburger and Kalis. For tbe rest, we all pulled together and contributed to our cause. Details of Matches. Vs. Oude Molen T.R.S. Wynberg: 64 / 10; Oude Molen 65/4. Hamburger 25, Kitley 12 n.o., Anderton 9. Our middle-order batsmen collapsed and we were in a desperate position until the tail wagged and put on 22 runs. Bowling: Kalis 4/19. Vs. Muizenberg R.s. Wynberg: 148/10; Muizenberg: 12/10. Hamburger 40, Damain-Harris 20, Cook 19. Bowling: Kalis 5/2, Anderton 5/4. Vs. J. G. Meiring. Wynberg: 106/10; J. G. Meiring: 8317. Dollman 28, Long 23, Kitley 18. After losing the first 3 wickets for no Dollman and Long togetber put on 55 J. G. Meiring were stiU batting, when stumps drawn. Bowling: Anderton 1/6, Long 3/30, Kaljs

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Vs. Simonstown H.S. Wynberg: 64/10; Simonstown: 7417. Long 29, Gluckman 13. We collapsed towards the end, and they hammered us to win comfortably. Bowling: Long 2/24. Vs. Groote Schuur H.S. Wynberg: 66/8; Groote Schuur: 78/10. DO.llman 46, Pogrund 10. After dismissing them for 78, we started well but lost 4 wickets for no runs. Bowling: Damain-Harris 5/19, Anderton 3/15, Kitley 2/16.

5. Lost to Voortrekker I by 6 wickets. Wynberg 96 all out. Voortrekker 98 for 4 wickets. 6. Lost to Bellvil.le IT by 82 runs. Bel.lville 154 all out. Wynberg 72 all out. 15A Cricket The 1968 season opened with four of last season's team available, viz. Johnston, Ramsden, Gluckman and Schouw, but in building up a new team some valuable lessons were learnt. The team did not shape up to expectations, and notable weaknesses were a lack of bowling penetration, poor running between the wickets and a reluctance to call as each ball was played. Batting was only fair against good length bowling and the only department that was generally sound was fielding.

4th XI Analysis. WON DREW LOST 8 1 3 The 4th XI enjoyed a good season, owing to the fact that they were ably led by Brains Peters, who inspired a very fine team spirit. A highlight of the season was the good fielding, notably in the Sea Point match. Good batting performances were given by Redelinghuys, Cohen and Vance, the last ending the season with a score of 83 in the final match. Pretorius and Trevor Probyn shaped into quite useful seam bowlers, although the former tried to bowl too fast at times. Cohen developed a dangerous leg spin towards the end of the season. PLAYED

Lamb emerged as a most promising future prospect and well deserved to be included in the W.P. Under 15 XI during Schools Week. Gluckman, after an indifferent start, learnt to use the new ball to advantage and improved with each match. Ramsden, often inconsistent with the bat, has ability and played a number of good innings. During the term the School played six matches, winning two, drawing one and losing three.

5th XI

Under 15A Results

The 5th XI enjoyed mixed fortunes during the season. The matches were thoroughly enjoyed, whether winning by 9 wickets or losing by 80 runs. RonaIdson, Friedlander, Visser and Milford batted well, while Milford, Visser, Gohl and Lawrence bowled with some success. First Visser, and' then RonaIdson, kept wicket well.

Vs. Westerford (won by 36 runs): Wynberg 109 for 7 decl. (Lamb 36, Porter 22). Westerford 73 all out (Wessels 3 for 0). Vs. Rondebosch (lost by 7 wickets): Wynberg 103 for 8 decl. (Ramsden 34 n.o.). Rondebosch 106 for 3. Vs. Bishops (lost by 8 wickets): Wynberg 45. Bishops 53 for 2. Vs. Paarl BH.S. (won by one wicket): Wynberg 120 for 9 (Lamb 31, Gluckman 23, Jupp 23). Paarl 119 (Gluckman 4 for 32). Vs. S.A.C.s. (drawn): Wynberg 121 for 9 d~1. (Lamb 31, Gluckman 28 n.o'.). . S.A.C.S. 44 for 5. Vs. Rondebosch (lost by 10 wickets): Wynberg 50. R.B.H.S. 51 for no wickets.

Results. l. Beat Fish Hoek II by 9 wickets. Fish Hoek 18 all out. (Gohl4/3, Dunster 417). Wynberg 20 for 1.( Friedlander LO n.o.). 2. Beat Simonstown IT by 4 wickets. Simonstown 82 all out. Wynberg 83 for 6 wickets. 3. Lost to SACS IV by 32 runs. SACS 104 aH out. Wynberg 72 all out. 4. Lost to Tygerberg I by 6 wickets. Wynberg 55 all out. Tygerberg 56 for 4 wickets. 99

Results:

Schools' Week Vs. Grey H.s. (PE.) (lost by 8 wickets): Wynberg 102 (Lamb 35). Grey 112 for 2. Vs. Boland School (won by 5 wickets): Boland 135 for 8 (Gluckman 6 for 31). Wynberg 139 for 5 (Lamb 66). Vs. Northern Schools (lost by 92 runs): North 151 for 7. Wynberg 59 (Ramsden 19).

[., P W 4 6 2 All in all, the Ul5B seems to be enjoying itself, and providing enjoyable cricket. P. ANDERTON & E. CASPER.

During 1968 the Under 15C team played fairly good cricket, winning two matches convincingly and losing two relatively narrowly. It was only the lack of a bit fore dedication to the game that prevented the team members from putting in better performances. Of the batsmen Brown, Sutherland, Le Roux and Anderson stood out above their fellows, and most competent with the baU were Sutherland, Le Roux and Coffin. The most successful players were undoubtedly Sutherland and Le Roux, both of whom shone in both departments of the game. They should go far in the world of cricket, as should Mauger, Coffin, Brown and others when they realise that the more one gives the more one surely receives.

U15B Cricket, 1967 Our first match against Bishops gave us victory by 53 runs: an auspicious beginning. But then Fortune frowned on us, and we lost by only 12 runs to Westerford UI5A. In our next match, SACS U15B were dismissed for 24, and we corn路 fortably passed that total for the loss of three wickets. The match against Rondebosch was a ding-dong thriller and ended in victory for us by 1 run, the winning run being hit off the last ball of the day! Against CBC next, we won by three wickets. In a return match against Bishops we inflicted a second defeat; this time we won by 8 wickets. However, we ended the 1967 season going down to Pinelands U15A, who defeated us by 55 runs. Chief wicket-takers were Pretorius, Anderton, Porter, Cohen and Sims; the first 3, especially Pretorius, being proficient. Main run-scorers were Cohen, who often provided the sheet anchorage, Redelinghuys, Jupp, Pretorius and Porter, with other people often chipping in. Fielding was fair to good, with Redelinghuys a competent wicket-keeper. P W L 752

Results 1968. 1. Lost to Zwaanswyk by 4 runs: Zwaanswyk 84 (Coffin 3/13, Sutherland 2/16, Le Roux 2/19). Wynberg 80 (Brown 17, Coffin 30, Le Roux 11). 2. Beat Plumstead by 56 runs: Wynberg 98 (Butler 21, Anderson 19, Mauger 25, Sutherland 10). Plumstead 42 (Coffin 4/24, Bradfield 3/16). 3. Lost to Bishops by 26 runs: Bishops 94 (Sutheranld 5/20, Feldman 3/24). Wynberg 68 (Brown 17, Sutherland 30). 4. Beat Pinelands by 7 wickets: Pinelands 72 (Butler 2/10, Feldman 2/13). Wynberg 73/3 (Barley 10, Le Roux 45).

1968 Although the 1968 season did not produce such good results as before, a lot of good cricket was played. Des Ligneris batted and bowled well, later keeping wicket steadily. Unfortunately three boys (Ludin, Sims and Kock) were promoted to the UI5A: this was a blow. Casper, Kock and Bricknell all bowled extremely well. In the two matches which we won, Kock took 7/13 in one and Casper 5!7 in the other: worthy achievements. Schouwand Sims deserve mention for two good batting performances.

U15C Cricket, 1967-68 During 1967 the C team performed creditably, notching up two wins, one very narrow defeat and one more definite defeat. It was only in the last match that the players' concentration flagged somewhat. Oosthuizen, MiIford and Wessels were the best batsmen, while Oosthuizen, Dunster, Milford and Wessels all achieved a fair deal with the ball. Best all-round prospects for the future are Oosthuizen, Dunster, Wessels and Sirncock - this is provided they continue to give, and give more

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4. Lost to Groote Scbuur: Wynberg 50 (Simcock 19, Scott 7). Groote Schuur 51/6 (Milford 2/17).

Results 1967. 1. Beat Oude Molen by 20 runs: Wynberg 69/9 (Oosthuizen 36, Milford 13). Oude Molen 49 (Dunster 3/5, Oostbuizen 3/10, Milford 2/17). 2. Beat Observatory by 4 wickets: Observatory 45 (Dunster 3/8. Wessels 4/2). Wynberg 45 (Dunster 3/8, Wessels 4/2).

Under 150 Cricket This was an unlucky season, with only two of our four fixtured games played. Both were played against Zwaanswyk. Wynberg made 42 all out and Zwaanswyk were 88 all out. Playing them again, Wynberg were all out for 50. In reply, Zwaanswyk made 128 for 8 declared. We thus lost both of our matches. P.M.

3. Lost to Muizen berg by I run: Muizenberg 29 (Wessels 3/8, Milford 2/1). Wynberg 28 (Burger 12).

U.13A Cricket The first term of 1968 proved a successful one for this team. Of 7 matches played, one was

UNDER

13A CRICKET

TEAM

Slandinl? (I. to r.): J. Edwards. G. Je Roux, D. Bradfield, C. van Tonder. G. Owen. G. Cawood. Seated (I. to r.): K. BluO', N. Watson. Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster). L. Venter (Capt.), Mr. A. Morris (Coach). T. Earley. E. Page. A bselll: J. Daniel. J. Bruwer. D. Doveton.

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lost, one was drawn and the remaining five were won, some by a considerable margin. Larry Venter, the captain, handled his bowling well, and it was this fact which helped the team to do well. Garth le Roux and Terrence Early did well with bat and ball and have been selected to represent the Peninsula Schools' Under 13 Primary School team to tour the Transvaal later this year. Terrence Early obtained several good scores, his best innings being 60 n.o. against S.A.C.s. Graham Owen bowled very well on various occasions, his best performance being 7 wickets for 13 runs against Christian Brothers. The fielding of Edward Page was always a pleasure to watch and always an example for other cricketers to follow.

of a high standard season.

was maintained

during the

Under 12A Cricket The team played six games, won four, lost one and drew one. The highest team score was 161 against Rondebosch when the game was drawn. Batsmen who show promise are Mark Venter, S. Bird, D. Chait, T. Cleary and E. Robb. Mark Venter is to be congratulated on his 82 runs scored against Rondebosch. The best bowling figures were returned by Bird with 12 for 55, Asher with 8 for 47 and Cleary with 15 for 42. Batting, bowling and, most important, fielding

HOUSE MATCHES 1968 Senior Junior Van Riebeeck 22 Van Riebeeck De Waal 20 De Waal Wellington 6 Rhodes Rhodes 4 Wellington

Athletic tratnlOg sessions have been held regularly throughout this season, and here we must again thank Mr. Neville Riley for hls assistance. Teams bave also been entered for as many meetings as possible, and this is starting to pay dividends - the pupils compete regularly, remain fit and gain valuable experience. We welcome the news that the Spartan Harrier Club is to start an inter-schools league this season. Regular meetings are to be held at the Green Point Stadium on Friday evenings. There has long been a need for something like this in school athletics and we look forward to taking part. Thanks are also due to Leon Oosthuizen, v:ho has now been athletic captain for two years and

has set a fine example gratulations also to tropby, presented by tbe best performance sbips.

Under 11A Cricket Although the team could not maintain last year's unbeaten record, it did produce entertaining and attractive cricket. Out of the 7 matches played, 2 were lost and 2 drawn. The team generally p.layed well, but players who contributed most to the success of the team were A. Vann who batted and bowled consistently weU, and R. Farrant who made good progress as an opening batsman. P. Jones showed great improvement as a bowler. A good team spirit prevailed throughout the term and contributed greatly to the success of the team.

10 6 0 8

Final Position Van Riebeeck 32 (Winners) De Waal 26 Wellington 14 Rhodes 4

by hls hard training. Conhim for winning a new Mr. Don Mac Donald, for at the Annual CbampionA.N.

Annual Championships. Metric distances were used for the first time th.is year. As a result, all events were timed over both tbe metric and old distances to allow for record breaking. Those who broke records were B. Schneider in the U.16 440 yds. and tbe Rhodes U.16 Relay team. L. Oosthuizen also equalled the U.19 hurdles record.

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III .

Back Row (I. to r.): D. Doveton, A. Oliver, G. le Roux.

E. Casper,

Standing

(I. to r.): R. le Roux, B. de Vries, N. Fine, A. Basquez, K. Vaughan.

K. Bluff, M. Gentz, F. Kalis, M. Oosthuizen, H. Green.

D. Steadman,

Seated (I. to r.): J. Cawood, J. Williamson, Mr. N. Blackbeard (Captain), Mr. A. Noffki (Coach), B. Schneider, G. Gillmer. III Front: H. Damain-Harris.

AdditionaL events this year were the discus and the U.14 800 metres. The latter event gives those of the junior age groups who are not sprinters an opportunity to compete. Also intended as an encouragement to participation is the non-competitors' L,SDOOmetres, which is run on a team basis and is onLy for U.16 or U .19 runners who have not qualified for other events.

D. Calder.

B. Sacks.

(PrincipaL), L. Oosthuizen

The meeting took place on Friday, 1st March, with the conditions for the morning heats almost perfect, but these deteriorated in the afternoon when a wind sprang up. The Victor Ludorum went to J. Cawood. B. Schneider was the U.16 champion, H. DamainHarris the U.14 champion, and A. Gibson and S. Bird turned out to be the best juniors. Finally, our thanks go to Mr. A. Noffki (organiser) and Mr. J. Oosthuizen (Starter), the timekeepers and all others who helped to make the meeting a success. L.O.

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DETAILED RESULTS

(V.R.); 3. C. le Roux (V.R.). 12·8. Long Jump: 1. R. le Roux (W.); 2. S. Casper (V.R.); 3. J. Oosthuizen (V.R.). 15' 8". High lump: I. l. Oosthuizen (V.R.); 2. S. Casper (V.R.); 3. P. Sutherland (V.R.). 4' 4".

Under 19: lOO m.: I. J. Cawood (O.W.); 2. O. Asher (W.); 3. L. Oosthuizen (V.R.). 11·8. 200 m.: I. J. Cawood (O.W.); 2. B. de Vries (O.w.); 3. O. Asber (W.). 23·9. 400 m.: 1. J. Cawood (O.W.); 2. L. Oosthuizen (V.R.); 3. O. Asber (W.). 53·1. 800 m.: 1. J. Williamson (V.R.); 2. K. Kolesky (O.W.); 3. K. Long (W.). 2:9·0. 1500 m.: I. J. Williamson (V.R.); 2. T. Wilmot (O.w.); 3. P. Weir (O.W.). 4: 32·2. lOOm. Hurdles: I. L. Oosthuizen (V.R.); 2. K. Kolesky (O.W.); 3. J. Cawood (O.w.). 14: 6. Long Jump: 1. C. Smedley (R.); 2. R. Gildenhuys (O.W.); 3. 1. Scott (W.). 18' st". High Jump: 1. O. Calder (O.W.); 2. H. Green (V.R.); 3. R. Cumming (V.R.). 5' 2t". Shot Putt: I. O. Ritchie (W.); 2. O. Calder (O.w.); 3. R. Gildenhuys (O.W.). 36' Discus: 1. R. Gildenhuys (O.W.); 2. R. Ritchie (W.); 3. S. Kitley (V.R.). 99' 5". Non-Competitors' 1500 m.: 1. B. Peake; 2. O. Rolfe (W.); 3. G. Goles (R.). 4:41·1.

Under 12: 110 m.: 3. M. 70 m.: 3. M.

1. S. Bird (R.); 2. M. Cawood Tyler (V.R.). 15·5. I. S. Bird (R.); 2. M. Cawood Tyler (V.R.). 10·0.

(O.W.); (O.w.);

Under 10: 70 m.: I. A. Gibson (R.); 2. M. Sacher 3. P. Smuts (W.). 11·0. 45 m.: I. A. Gibson (R.); 2. M. Sacher 3. G. Cawood (O.W.). 7·4.

(W.); (W.);

Relays: Open 400 m.: I. De Waal; 2. Wellington; 3. Van Riebeeck. 46·9. U.16 400 m.: 1. Rhodes; 2. Wellington; 3. Van Riebeeck. 48·2. U.14 400 m.: I. Van Riebeeck; 2. Wellington; 3. De Waal. 54·2. U.12 300 m.: I. Wellington; 2. De Waal; 3. Van Riebeeck. 43·0. U.IO 200 m.: I. Wellington; 2. Rhodes; 3. De Waal. 32·2. Old Boys, Staff & School: 1. School; 2. Old Boys; 3. Staff. 47·5.

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Under 16: 100 m.: I. B. Schneider (R.); 2. G. Gillmer (R.); 3. M. Oosthuizen (W.). 12·0. 1200 m.: I. B. Schneider (R.); 2. G. Gillmer (R.); 3. M. Oosthuizen (W.). 24·4. 400 m.: I. B. Schneider (R.); 2. F. Kalis (R.); 3. T. Coetzee (O.W.). 53·7. 800 m.: I. F. Kalis (R.); 2. G. Moseley (V.R.) ; 3. M. Reyneke (W.). 2:11·57. 1500 m.: I. F. Kalis (R.); 2. G. Mo eley (V.R.); 3. J. Klein (W.). 4: 39·3. 100 m.: Hurdles: I. O. Steadman (W.); 2. B. Schneider (R.); 3. M. Gentz (R.). 14·7. Long Jump: I. R. Elliot (R.); 2. P. Anderton (V.R.); 3. M. Oosthuizen (W.). 18' t". High Jump: 1. B. Sacks (W.); 2. P. Anderton (V.R.); 3. G. Gillmer (R.). 5' 2". Shot Putt: I. I. Rosenberg (R.); 2. B. Sacks (W.); 3. O. Pretorius (O.W.). 34' 9". Discus: I. R. Pbaroah (V.R.); 2. O. Steadman (W.); 3. M. Reyneke (W.). 126'.

Overall Results: 1st Wellington 2nd Van Riebeeck 3rd Rhodes and De Waal (jointly)

98 po.ints. 91 points. 90 points.

Cup Awards: Macdonald Trophy for best performance: L. Oosthuizen (V.R.). Old Boys' Cup: Winning House: Wellington. HoogenhOI.11 Cup: Victor Ludorum : J. Cawood (O.W.): 18 pts. Neville Riley Cup: U.19 Hurdles: L. Oosthuizen (V.R.). Tayfjeld Cup: U.19 ]500 m.: J. Williamson (V.R.). Headmasler's Cup: U.l9 800 m.: J. Williamson (V.R.). Woollaslon Cup: U.19 400 m.: J. Cawood (O.w.). Duncan Taylor Cup: U.19 Long Jump: C. Smedley (R.). S/anley Lewis Cup: U.l9 High Jump: O. Calder (O.W.).

Under 14: 100 m.: 1. H. Oamain·Harris (V.R.); 2. K. Bluff (O.W.); 3. R. le Roux (W.). 13·05. 200 m.: I. H. Damain-Harris (V.R.) & K. Bluff (O.W.) (Tie); 3. R. le Roux (W.). 27·0. 75 m .Hurdles: I. R. le Roux (W.) : 2. S. Casper

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Cup:

U.19

100 m.:

Cawood

880 yds. C. Felbert : 1 mile: M. Allis: II0yds.Hurdles: N.Riley: L. Oosthuizen: Long Jump: B. Weinreich: High Jump: W. Hutton : Shot Putt: O. Whitfield:

(O.W.).

Ryan Cup: U.19 200 m.: J. Cawood (D.W.). Open Shot Putt Cup: R. Ritchie (W.). Open Discus Cup: T. Gildenhuys (O.W.). David & Salkow Cup: U.19 Relay: De Waal. Mac Donald Cup: U.16 Relay: Rhodes. Dry Pycmft Cup: U.l6 400 m.: B. Schneider

Under 10: Underl2: Under 14: Under 16: Under 19:

1947. 1947. 1958. 1959. 1964. 1947. 1964.

Under 14: 100yds. P. Lowry: 220 yds. J. Moore: 75 yds. Hurdles: M. Oosthuizen: Long Jump: L. Shapiro: 18' High Jump: J. Leeson: 5'

11·5,1936. 26·2, 1956. 11·2, 1967. lOt", 1950. Ot", 1954.

Under 16: 10-4, 1952. 23·6, 1952. 54·1, 1968. 2: 5·0, 1964. 15·5,1941. 20' 61-", 1952. 5' St", 1961. 34' 7", 1965.

Athletic Awards: Athletes are eligible for awards at any official meeting they take part in, provided they achieve the required standard and meet the necessary conditions, such as age, etc. . An award need not necessarily be made once the required standard has been reached. A pupil must be in Std. 8 or in the U.16 or U.19 age groups; his form should also be consistent and

Under 19: 100 yds. L. Shapiro: 220 yds. L. Shapiro : 440 yds. C. Felbert :

1964. 1964. 1956. 1968. 1961.

The venue this year was Paarl, and against the best junior athletes in the W.P. and Boland, two Wynberg boys acquitted themselves well. They were K. Bluff who won the UJ3 70 m. in 8·7 sec., and G. Gillmer whose 11·5 sec. in the U.15 100 m. obtained him 3rd place. The U.I5 relay team, consisting of M. Oosthuizen, E. Casper, N. Fine and G. Gillmer, obtained I st place and the U.13 relay team 2nd place. F. Kalis also obtained a 2nd place in the U.l9 5000 m. walk. Colour standards were achieved by L. Oosthuizen, J. Williamson, B. Schneider and G. Gillmer.

9·2, 1942. 15·0, 1965.

100 yds. L. Shapiro: 220 yds. L. Shapiro: 440 yds. B. Schneider: 880 yds. L. Raymond: 110 yds. Hurdles: C.Rossolirno: Long Jump: L. Shapiro: High Jump: A. EUiot: Shot Putt: A. Craxton:

30·5, 42-1, 53·5, 48·3, 47·1,

W.P. Junior Championships:

Under 12: 75 yds. S. Versveld : 120 yds. M. Oosthuizen:

Van Riebeeck: Van Riebeeck: Wellington: Rhodes: De Waal:

Zwaanswyk High School were again hosts for this meeting, held on the 9th of March, and our thanks go to them for their efficient organization. Perhaps, in the not too distant future, when Wynberg have their own track, we could also sometimes act as hosts for this meeting. Best performances were by B. Schneider and K. Bluff, who obtained 1st places in the U.16 200 m. and UJ3 100 m. respectively, as did M. Oosthuizen in the U.15 Long Jump; the UJ3 relay team also came first. Colour standards at this meeting were achieved by J. Williamson and B. Schneider.

Under 10: 7·0, 7·0, 7·0, 7·0, 7·0, 9·9, 9·9,

220 yds.: 330yds.: 440 yds.: 440 yds.: 440 yds.:

W.P.S.A.U. Championships:

Record Holders: Denison: Weinreich : Skeeles: Bland: Oosthuizen: Weinreich : Oosthuizen:

5' st", 36' St",

1963. 1954. 1948. 1968. 1968. 1956. 1956.

Relays:

(R.). C. E. Felbert Cup: U.16 Champion: B. Schneider (R.). (18 pts.). Arthur Newman Cup: U.14 Relay: Van Riebeeck. Baskin Cup: U.14 Champion: R. le Roux (W.) (12 pts.). Junior Relay Cup: U.12 Relay: Wellington. Baskin Cup: U.l2 Champion: S. Bird (R.). Junior Relay Cup: U.IO Relay: Wellington. Friedlander Cup: UJ 0 Champion: A. Gibson (R.).

50 yds. N. B. R. J. J. 75 yds. B. J.

2: 2·0, 4: 36·3, 14·5, 14·5, 14·5,

10·4, 1952. 23·2, 1953. 53·0, 1963.

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he must have the correct attitude towards the sport. The following are the new standards, some of which have been altered to metric distances: Event

100 m. 200 m. 400 m. 800 m. 1500 m. 100 m. Hurdles (3') High Jump Long Jump Shot Putt (14 Ibs.) Discus (1t kg.) Shot Putt (12Ibs., U.16) Discus (I kg., U.16) lOO m. Hurdles (2' 6", U.16)

C%ur

The first two runners bome in the Senior race were also the first two bome in the same race last year - namely J. Williamson (V.R.) who won this year in 17: 02, and P. Weir CD.W.) wbo came second in 17: 43. For the distance, both these times are excellent and are of Blues standard. F. Kalis was third in 18: 35. Qualifying times for the course in future will be: Juniors 28 min., Seniors 25 min.

B/ue

11·8

11-4

24·0 54·0 2:08 4:30 14·9 5' 5" 19' 6" 37' lIS' 40' 145' 14·4

23-3 52·9 2:03 4:20 14·5 5' 8" 20' 6" 39' 125' 42' 6" 15S' 14·0

Overall Results:

U.9 U.ll U.13 U.15 U.l9 Totals

Athletic Awards for 1968: B/ue: L. Oosthuizen. C%urs: J. Williamson, F. Kalis, B. Schneider (Re-award).

Van Riebeeck De Waal Wellington Rhodes 941 843 952 863 1779 2639 2628 2574 2662 1960 2363 1788 2760 2564 1417 1683 2530 587 1059 634 10,672

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Celtic-Harriers Schools' Race: Teams were again entered for tbis event, held on Monday, 2nd September, on a road course in Rondebosch. The U.16 team did well to come second to D. F. Malan Scbool. The first Wynberg runner home was F. Kalis in 12: 34, over a distance of 2·4 miles. He was 5th overall.

Cross-Country, 1968: Tbe races were run this year on Monday, 16th September. The cross-playground results were as follows: U.9: I. J. Woldendorp (V.R.); 2. S. Davis (D.W.); 3. K. Sutton (R.). U.II: 1. M. Cawood (D.w.); 2. A. Vaun (D.W.); 3. M. Paver (D.w.). U.13: I. I. Gibbs (R.); 2. R. Priestman (R.); 3. M. Tyler (V.R.). The course for the U.15 and U.19 runners was altered slightly this year from 3·4 miles to 3·25 miles. As a result, award times have been cbanged to comply with the new distance. In future they will be: Blue, 17:20, and Colour, 17:55. The course now seems to have got rid of its 'teething troubles', and for the sake of consistency future cbanges will be avoided as far as possible. Unfortunately, many boys took it upon themselves to be dishonest by not completing the full course. It is a discredit to tbem and tbe School that the course will have to be more thoroughly 'policed' next year. In the U.15 race, B. Peake (D.W.) ran a fine race to win in 18: 25. H. Bosman (D.W.) was second in 19: 26 and K. Vaughan (V.R.) third in 19: 28.

Inter-Schools' Cross-Country of the W.P.S.A.U.: Held at Rondebosch Boys' High School on the last Tuesday of the 3rd term every year, this race always attracts a large number of entries. The winning time for tbe U.15 course, 2t miles, was a new record this year - 12: 37. B. Peake ran well to finish second overall for Wynberg in 12: 46. As a team, Wynberg finished fourth. The U.19 race, over 2t miles, was won in the record time of 14: 44 by D. Muller of Rondebosch. J. Williamson was the first runner home for Wynberg in 15: 28, finishing 6th overall. As a team, Wynberg finished third, a better performance than that of any previous Wynberg team. Cross-Country Awards for 1968: B/ues: J. Williamson, P. Weir. C%urs: F. Kalis, N. Woodin, P. Corbitt, B. Wynton. A.N. 106

Back (I. to r.): S. Damain-Harris,

FIRST HOCKEY XI D. Rolfe, T. van Gysen, T. Coetzee, Q. Dollman,

M. Stalling. Middle (I. to r.): N. Wood in, Mr. N. R. Blackbeard, Ligneris. Front: A. Beattie.

G. Des

to the higher leagues, and since the players had proved themselves worthy of such promotion the offer was immediately accepted. Some thanks at this stage are very much in order: to Miss Cox of the Girls' School for the practices arranged when hockey was in its infant stage last year; to the Garrison authorities for the use last year of their field; and most of all to Mr. Blackbeard and Mr. Morris, both for their keenness to have hockey established at the school and for their assistance in having a hockey field delineated on our Hawthornden grounc.ls. Lastly our thanks go to a lady teacher who spent only a term or two at the school last year

1968 is the year in which hockey as a regular sport came to Wynberg. Last year a few practices and friendlies (mainly with the Girls' Schoo.l) were arranged in the third term, but this year for the first time Wynberg entered teams in the schools' hockey leagues. Progress is already first team played in second in the Third the season, however,

M. McClurg, Mr. D. Bromberger,

R. Clark,

to be reported. Initially our the Second League and our League. Half way through we were offered promotion

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but was - unwittingly, we think""':'"the inspiration behind the establishment of Wynberg hockey. Some big things start in small or nonserious ways: may hockey at Wynberg grow to something big both in Schools Hockey and in the lives of the boys (and later men) who play the game. Long live hockey! D.B. MATCHES

Schools players, one of whom scored their onlygoal. DolJman scored for the School. The gamethus ended in a l路all draw. P. W. D. L. F. A. 7 5 2 0 27 5 Third Term (First League): Vs. R.B.H.s. We were promoted to the First League for the thjrd term. In our first game we came up agamst the powerful Rondebosch team whjch had previously been beaten only narrowly by Cape Town High. Clark scored a brilliant goal in the first ten minutes for the School. This greatly encouraged the School team but we were unable to score again before half-time, when the score was 1-1. We went into a 2-1 lead almost straight afterwards, however, McClurg scoring from a good centre from DoLlman. Rondebosch again' equalised but a few minutes from the end McClurg converted a penalty flick to give the School a 3-2 victory. The game was played at a fast pace and was excellently controlled by two provincial umpires.

2nd Term (Second League): Vs. Queen's Park. 1st. In our first game we scraped home 2-1. We opened the scoring with a good angled shot by Van Gysen on the right wing. At balf-time the score was I-I. From the bully-off Van Gysen sped through to score his second goal. Our defence played magnificently and there was no further score. Vs. R.B.H.S. 2nd. McClurg's first goal started the ball rolling and we were on top throughout the game. McClurg (3), Burns, Dollman and Deo Ligneris were the goal scorers. The final score was 6-1. Vs. Westerford. 2nd. In a game where our forwards played badly, we drew 0-0. We were on top the whole match but poor finishing by the forwards prevented a victory.

Vs. Fish Hoek. This match was cancelled Hoek fields were unplayable.

because

the fish.

Vs. Bishops. This game was also played at a fast pace. The' School's defence played extremely well as they had done in all the previous games. Bishops scored first and the half-time score was 1-0. But immediately after half-time the School struck twice within one mjnute. McClurg and Burns were the goal scorers. We hung on to our slender lead until ten seconds before the final whistle, when Bishops scored the equaliser. The result was therefore a 2-aIJ draw.

Vs. Malmesbury. Ist. Dollman completed the hat-trick before halftime to give us a 3-0 lead at the changeover. Further goals were scored by Van Gysen (2), Clark, McClurg and an especially good penalty-flick by Woodin. Final score 8-0. Vs. Plumstead. Ist. In this game we again proved we were too strong for 2nd division. We completely overwhelmed our opposition particularly in the second half. Goals were scored by Van Gysen (2), Des Ligneris, Dollman, Clark and McClurg to give us a 6-1 victory.

Vs. Westerford. This game was fast and hard until ten minutes. from the end. Our defence then failed and let Westerford through three times. Tbe half-time score was 1-1 but we eventually lost for the first time this season, going down to tbe tune of 5-1. Our forwards played well and only brilliant saving by our opponents' goalie prevented us from scoring more goals. Clark scored our only goal.

Vs. S.A.C.s. 2nd. Our defence played well, giving the forwards all the chances they needed. Good goals by Van Gysen (2) and McClurg (2) gave us our fifth VIC' tory of the season, the final score being 4-0.

Vs. S.A.C.S. In a hard-fought game we lost for the second time, by 2 goals to I. Sacs scored first and then McClurg equalised from an intelligent free hit by Woodin. Our forwards pressed hard and time

Vs. Pinelands. 2nd. Our forwards again missed many chances. Our defence played very well and help the strong Pinelands attack. Pinelands included two W.P. 108

and time again only good goalkeeping by Sacs prevented addition to our score. Sacs scored their second goal midway through the second half. Tourn.ament at Pinelands Sixteen schools took part in this tournament, and Wynberg was drawn in a section with Cape Town, Camps Bay and Plumstead High Schools. The games consisted of two ten-minute halves. Vs. Cape Town High. The forwards missed chances but our defence was outstanding. There was no score. Cape Town went on to win the section and eventually the tournament.

are also due to Mr. Heath for his kind assistance and support. The matches could not possibly have been so enjoyable had we not had excellent umpires every week. Mr. Clark, Rory's father, and Sgt. Grey, who are both provincial umpires, officiated at a number of our games, and to them and the other umpires we express our hearty thanks. Our supporters' club was not very large, but tbose who attended regularly included Mrs. Jupp, John Des Ligneris, Mr. McCJurg, Mr. Clark, Mr. Harris, Mr. Dollman and Mr. Gould. To them we also extend our thanks. We have a wealth of talent and therefore I think our hockey can only go from strength to strength. This year's team included only four matries, so next year's team should be strong. Last but not least, thanks to the team members who gave me their loyal support. The team spirit was good and this showed up in the results.

Vs. Camps Bay High. We forced eight short corners yet were again unable to score. Our defence once more played well and prevented our opponents from scoring. Vs. Plumstead. Our forwards clicked! We ran out winners by four goals to nil. Van Gysen scored a good solo goal and then DoJlman ran on to a through pass to slam it home. McClurg then scored twice, the first time from a penalty-flick. P. 7

W. 2

D. 3

F. 11

MORRIS

McCr.URG.

CANOE CLUB

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Chairman: N. Oettlé. Secretary: J. KJein. The W.B.H.S.C.C. was founded in March this year as a part of the Peninsula Canoe Club. At its first meeting the club was addressed by Mr. W. van Riet, chairman of the South African Canoe Federation, who congratulated the School on being the first in the country to have its own canoe club. J. Klein and N. Oettlé represented the School at various races, including the Breë River Canoe Marathon, the Berg River Canoe Marathon and the South African Sprint Championships, where Klein obtained some exceptionally good places. In the four-day, 160-mile Berg River Marathon, which is reputed to be the most gruelling canoe race in the world, Klein capsized and his canoe sank in a notorious section of bush on the first day. Although he was disqualified for not completing the day's run, he managed to salvage his canoe and he continued in an unofficial capacity. N. Oettlé was placed 29th and T. Oettlé, an Old Boy of the School, came 28th. Only thirty-seven of the forty-six starters completed the course. Four of our boys attended a five-day training course for canoeists near Velddrif in October, and we hope to challenge Bellville High School to a team race in the near future. N.O.

M. MCCLURG. Match vs. Old Boys. This game was played on Founders' Day in pouring rain. It was the first time the School had ever met the Old Boys at hockey and they found their opponents a strong team that included some well-known players. The Old Boys were first to score and then added a second goal about half-way through the first half. The School reduced the deficit to 2-1 when Dollman scored from a good angled shot. In' the second half the School's play improved. A weU-taken goal by Van Gysen put the School on level terms. Then play swung from one end to the other with no further score until shortly before the end when the Old Boys again scored. Two more goals in quick succession eventually put the matter beyond all doubt, thus giving the Old Boys a 5-2 victory. Hockey Captain's Comments. We had an especially good season seeing that it was only our first in league hockey. This would not have been possible but for the time spent by Mr. Bromberger in coaching us. Mr. Bromberger started hockey at the School and gave us his undivided attention throughout the season. Thanks

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cern for teams of boys under fifteen years of age. We entered a team consisting of: S. MacFarlane (Capt.), T. Hewitt, R. Goodchild and L. Venter, with M. Henderson as reserve. By beating Jan van Riebeeck and Fish Hoek, they are the Zone winners and will therefore represent our School in December at Stellenbosch where teams from all parts of the country wil! compete.

League Tennis. The W.P.L.T.A. agreed this year to Wynberg and Rondeboscb entering two first tearns in the School Tennis League. Tbis is a credit to the hard work of our coach, Mr. Boltman, for it was he who last y~ar made this proposal. It was then turned down, but persistent pressure on his part gained its acceptance. Only two schools were honoured in this way, and it says much for the tennis at Wynberg that we were one of them. It was decided to split the strength of the teams, as it was the purpose of the authorities to encourage a more even standard in the Province. Tbe tearns, as tbey were for most of the season, read: A

Other Matches. The annual match against the Old Boys was again a great success, the standard of play being raised, as always, by tbe presence of talented Old Boys. This year Roger MacFarJane led tbe team, wILich included Mr. Blackbeard, who kindJy agreed al the last minute to fill in for a late withdrawal. The Boys won 6-3 in an enjoyable day's play. The House matches were dominated this year by Rhodes and Van Riebeeck, the other houses suffering from a lack of numbers, although their best players fared well. The eventual winner was Rhodes in a closely-contested final match.

Josephson (Captain), Asher (Captain), Sh.lomowitz, Van Gysen, Wilmot, Townsend, Barnard, De Vries, Blackbeard, Kent, MacFarlane. Werbeloff. The success of the scheme is borne out by tbe resuJts. Tbe Ist A team went tllfough tbe season unbeaten, while the 1st B side lost only to Rondebosch. The clash between the A side and Rondebosch is eagerly awaited. Although the standard was rather poor a few years ago, our teams have been improving gradually. Last year our Second Team was unbeaten and our First lost only to Rondebosch. This year, with tbe teams in the First League, only one defeat was recorded. .rt is generally felt that the tennis at the School has reached its peak and the abundance of juniors of merit promises to see this high standard maintained. The Third and Fourth Teams did very well in the Second League in spite of the fact that they had to compete against the First and Second teams of some schools. Owing to the large number of players, we were able to play a Fifth Team in some friendly matches.

School Championships. A very good entry was recorded in this annual event. In the Open Singles Asker and Van Gysen contested tbe final, beating Townsend and Josephson respectively in the semi-finals. Asher triumphed again with a 6-2, 7-5 win to retain his "title". In the doubles, Josephson and Sblomowitz played Asher and Van Gysen in the doubles final after defeating De Vries and Townsend, and Wilmot and Barnard respectively in the semi-finals. Asher and Van Gysen won 6-2, 6-2. In the other sections the competition was just as keen. Blackbeard won the Under 15 final 6-3, 6-1 against MacFarlane. Tbe doubles event was won by Hewett and Blackbeard in beating MacFarlane and Goodcbild 6-3, 6-1. The Under 14 winner was MacFarlane who beat Venter in the singles, wbile the doubles went to Goodchild and MacFarlane 6-2, 6-3 with Venter and Cook as runners-up. All in all, it was a very successful tournament.

Milk Board Tournament. A tournament on a national scale has been organised this year by a large dairy product con-

FIRST A AND B TENNIS TEAMS, 1968 Standing (J. to r.): R. Kent. A. Wilmot, A. Barnard, A. Werbeloff, R. Blackbeard, L. Shlomowitz, S. MacParlane.

B. de Vries,

Seated (I. to r.): J. Townsend, Mr. N. BLackbeard (Headmaster), D. Asher (Captain R. Josephson (Captain B Team), Mr. J. C. Boltman (Coach), T. van Gysen.

A Team),

In closing, our thanks go to Mr. de Jongh and Mr. Blackbeard for their enthusiasm and support on match days. Mr. Boltman is to be thanked for his organisation of teams at the School. We are in addition very grateful to the Girls' School for allowing us the use of their courts during both the summer and winter seasons.

Outside Achievements. As usual, we had a good representation at the Tournaments outside our School during vacations. MacFarlane did weU to win the Under 14 section of the W.P. Tournament. David Asher reached the finals of the doubles and mixed doubles and tbe quarter finals of the singles. Shlomowitz also fared well. On the strength of his fine performances at this tournament, David Asher was selected to represent W.P. in the Junior Provincial Tournament in Klerksdorp. To bim go our congratulations. This was the second year tbat be had been accorded this honour.

Awards. Colours: A. Barnard, R. Blackbeard, R. Josephson, L. Shlomowitz, A. Wilmot. Blues: T. van Gysen.

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Honours

(the bighest award made at Wynberg):

from the Republic took part and Rhodesia was also invited to participate. Each team consisted of four boys and four girls, accompanied by a manager. All the players stayed in private homes and our School was represented by David A~her. The tour was a most enjoyable one and W.P. fared fairly well. In the interprovincial tournament W.P. came joint second with Natal in tbe strong section, which was won by Northern Transvaal. In their match against Northern Transvaal, W.P. were narrowly beaten in an exciting match. Southern Transvaal beat Northern Transvaal in the final of tbe inter-provincial tournament.

D. Asber. Most Improved

Player:

R. Josepbson.

League Results. 1st A Beat Bishops J. v. Riebeeck S.A.C.S. " C.B.C. Wynberg B

7-0 7-0 4-3 6-1

6-1 1st B

Beat Sea Point Westerford Bishops Lost to Rondebosch Beat Herzlia

4-3

4-3 ......5-0 3-4 4-3

D. ASHER

AND

Although the players did not play up to expectations in the individual events in the championships, overall they acquitted themselves well. Staples and Da Costa, both of Rondebosch, reached the semi-finals of the boys' doubles:

R. JOSEPHSON.

This year the cup for the most improved player was awarded to RonaId Josephson. At the end of last year he was determined to improve bis standard of tennis in order to get into the First Team. In spite of the fact that be is a Matric boy and a prefect with many duties, he tried his best to improve his standard of play by regular practice. His entbusiasm was rewarded when he was chosen as captain of the IB team and also wben he reacbed the semi-finals of the School championships.

The people of Klerksdorp were extremely hospitable and did their utmost to make the team's stay a happy and memorable one. Dances and a braaivleis were held, and on tbe Wednesday evening tbe teams were the guests of the Mayor of Klerksdorp at a cocktail party and dance beid in their magnificent town hall. A tour of a gold mine was also arranged, and this proved to be a most interesting and pleasant experience. Tbe tour was of great benefit to the Western Province Team, who learnt to realise the .importance of attacking tennis as this is probably the main defect in the tennis of tbe Western Province.

D. ASHER.

The W.P. Junior Tennis Tour. This year the South African Junior Championships were held in Klerksdorp. Eleven teams

D. ASHER.

Badminton CJub membership has dropped somewhat, mainly owing to the Jack of practice time, as the hall has been in great demand throughout the season. Nevertheless, there has been keen competition amongst our members, and we were again able to enter two teams in the schools' league, which has grown from eigbt to eleven teams during the three years of its existence.

time Wilmot has played for Province. R. Clark and G. Goles reacbed the final trials for tbe W.P. team. Six of our members entered in the South African Junior Championships and met with mixed fortunes. Tbe fi.rst team remains unbeaten since the start of the league, and we should like to congratulate them and hope that this performance will be repeated next season. The second team did well to lose only two matches. A new event this season was the match against the Old Boys during the third term. The match

Congratulations to A. Wilmot and A. Barnard, who represented the W.P. JUnior team in the South African Junior Inter-provincial Tournament beId in Cape Town. This was the second 112

was most enjoyable, and we hope that this will become an annual event. The School was hardpressed in winning 5路3 against a strong team. The School championships are at present in progress. There is a good entry of twenty-four in the singles and twelve couples in the doubles. During the forthcoming holidays, the Western Province Under 21 and Under 18 championships are to be held, and there has been a good entry in both events from the School. We wish all those entering good luck. 1s1 Team Results 26.4.68 vs. Cape Town High "A" 29.4.68 vs. St. George's Grammar

10.5.68 17.5.68 24.5.68 7.6.68 26.7.68 31.7.68 16.8.68 23.8.68 24.7.68

vs. Diocesan ColJege "A" Won 7-1. vs. Cape Town High "B" Won 8-0. vs. Observatory "B" Won 8-0. vs. Observatory "A" Won 7-1. vs. Plumstead Won 8-0. vs. Pinelands Won 8-0. vs. Wynberg "B" Won 8-0. vs. Diocesan College "B" Won 8-0. vs. Old Boys Won 5-3. Mr. Voigt must be thanked for all that he has done for the club during the season, especially in the organization of our matches. We all look forward to another successful season next year.

Won 8-0. Won 8-0.

D.B.

FIRST AND SECOND BADMINTON TEAMS Standing (I. to r.): G. Goles, R. Clark, D. Blanckenberg, P. Anderton, A. Fuller. Seated (1. to r.): A. Wilmot, Mr. N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), P. Goodwin (Capt.), Mr. J. Voigt (Coach), A. Barnard.

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1968 JUDO Back Row (I. to r.): J. Wessels, G. Rixon, D. Thomson, D. Milford, T. Hewett. SUmdin.g (I. to r.): A. Priday, K. Bremer, R. Weilers, I. Johnstone, M. Muilwyk, K. William.

Seated (I. to r.):

D. O'Neill.

F. du Toit,

Mr. N. R. Blackbeard,

Coaches: Messrs. A. Butcher and A. Butcher (Jun.). Committee: P. Baerecke (Captain), F. du Toit, D.O'Neil. We started off the year at a cracking pace by winning the Western Province Schools' Senior Team Championships for the second year in succession. (In the past five years we bave lost the shield only once, in 1966.) The team consisted of R. Ritchie, P. Baerecke (Captain), F. Du TO.it,

P. Baerecke

(Capt.),

Mr. A. Butcher,

D. O'Neil and M. Muilwyck. Tbe Junior team was less successful and was runner-up to Plumstead in that section. In the individual contests, J. DanieIs, J. Wessels and P. Baerecke won their respective weigbt groups, while R. Ritchie, D. Milford and F. Du Toit were runners-up in tbeirs. I should like to take this opportunity to congratulate Joho Daniels on his fine performance in tbe Soutb African Championships. John came a close second io his weigbt. Two Old Boys, 115

Grey and Micky Westrnoreland, are also to be congratulated on their fine performance in this year's games. The annual league competition was also won by the senior team for the third year in succession; in fact, every year since its inception. (It is interesting to note that Wynberg has not lost a match in this series.) The house competition, held in the third term, was won by Van Riebeeck House, with fifty-five points; Rhodes and Wellington were runners-up with forty points each; De Waal came fourth with thirty points. An Old Boys' team was invited to fight the School the same evening and the contest ended in a draw. The Old Boys' team consisted of K. Kingcross, A. Butcher, D. Macpherson and the Westmoreland brothers. Mr. Alec. Butcher and his son Alec have once more shown that they can produce champions.

Vice-Chairman:

Treasurer: Commilfee:

AWARDS Colours:

T. Hewitt, J. Wessels, J. DanieIs, D.

Tbomson. BIlles:

D. O'Neil.

P.L.B.

R. Josephson.

Chairman:

Secretary:

We thank them sincerely for all the work and interest they put into our club. Lilian, Mr. Butcher's daughter, also does a stirring job in grooming the Juniors for the years to come. The way she teaches, nurses and coaxes the little ones into becoming Judoka has to be seen to be believed. I should also like to thank Mr. Blackbeard for his support of the club. We hope that the turnout in 1969 will be much greater than it was this year, as many of our stalwarts are leaving school. We shall need all tbe support possible if we are going to keep tbe bigh standard of our Judo at Wynberg.

standard. It is hoped to ha ve this rectified in the near future. A pleasing feature of the Scbool's table-tennis is the prominence of two of our boys in outside competition. Barry Cohen and Arnold Werbeloff, playing in the second league for the MaristBelmont Club, have fared very well. Barry Cohen is to be congratulated on being chosen to represent the W.P. "A" side in the National Junior championships. He has to his credit a good victory over the present South African Junior champion, Leon Louw. Arnold Werbeloff was selected to represent W.P., and congratulations are also extended to him. At the time of going to Press, the enormous championship is in its final stages. The probable contestants of the final are Cohen and WerbeJoff, number one and two seed respectively. A good match is expected. All in all, the year has provided a great deal of enjoyment for many. With tbe obvious potential and enthusiasm present, the picture looks bright for the future, if the League system is reinstated. Our thanks go to Mr. Boltman, the master-in-charge, and also to the other members of the staff, in particular Mr. Voigt, for their enthusiasm and occasional participation. R. JOSEPHSON.

A. Beattie. Katz.

R. Pogrund. B. Cohen, A. Werbeloff.

The activity of this popular club was once again hindered by limited facilities. Tbe hall, the only place available for play, was invariably occupied during the long break when important matche bad to be played. However, the record-breaking entry of seventy for the annual School Cl1ampionsbip was most heartening. I am sure that .if the now defunct Schools Table Tennis League were to be revived, the overwhelming support for this game would enable the School to field many sides. Given an aim or goal for which to strive, the boys would show interest which could be fostered and formed into competitive talent. However, this is not yet a reality, although moves are afoot to have this League re-started. A number of attempts was made to arrange friendly matches against other schools this year, but these fell through. An exhibition match to be staged by top South African stars, David Ticktin and Hugh Colburn, came to nothing because the facilities available were 1I0t up to 116

mountain President: Mr. P. Cronwright. Chairman: Mr. Morris. Secretary: B. Gould. Committee: S. Kitley, R. Hiseman, B. Campbell. Since its inception, six years ago, the Club bas progressed rapidly to a well-functioning organization with an enthusiastic following within the School as well as without, with most of the leaders of the climbs being Old Boys who have continued participation in this most interesting and exciting sport. Owing to an official ruling of the South African Mountain Club no climbers under the age of sixteen are permitted to participate in S.A.M.C. rock-climbs and this has had a somewhat discouraging effect on some of the younger members. The weather, too, has been unfortunate, and it seemed that whenever we found a suitable weekend for a climb, we were hindered by rain or by examinations. Mr. P. Cronwright led the first climb of the year and a large party climbed Elsies Peak, with all the junior members participating and thoroughly enjoying themselves. The second climb was up Woody Buttress "B" led by L. Patrick, and once again there was a large attendance. It was a very hot day, and before the summit was reached, most of the climbers declared that they were "dying of thirst". Our first quarterly meeting was a most enjoyable evening, with Mr. Goy as our guest speaker. We were shown some outstanding slides of the Cedarberg and a number dealing with the Visgat Canyon and illustrating a trip on "lilo mattresses" which particularly caught our imagination. We had an excellent attendance, and S. Kitley, in the absence of B. Gouid, thanked Mr. Goy on behalf of the Club. The second quarter opened with a climb led, once again, by L. Patrick. Unfortunately, Spring Step-Over was obscured by a dense mist, so the party was re-routed up to Barrier Cave and, in the company of a number of university students, we were led up Valken Buttress. After lunch, B. GouId, accompanied by one of the students, climbed Barrier Frontal. But, once again, our party was surrounded by a thick mist which saturated our clothing and left us feeling

rather damp. Later we met several other climbers in a similar condition. This, unfortunately, was only the first of the difficulties we experienced with regard to the weather, for rain caused the cancellation of other meetings during the winter season. At our second quarterly meeting we were distressed to learn of the death of Mr. Barnes, the father of Wayne Barnes, our Secretary in 1966. Mr. Barnes had always had a most active interest in the Club and regularly attended the quarterly meetings. Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved. The third term's programme commenced with a quarterly meeting when Mr. A. KiIJick delivered a most interesting and informative talk on "Climbing in the Western Cape", a talk augmented by excellent slides which clearly illustrated conventional as well as uItra-modern climbing techniques. The meeting was also attended by Mr. Cronwright (who, as Honorary President attends all the Friday evening meetings), and past Secretaries of the Club, C. Walker and R. Horwitz. It is most regrettable that, owing to a severe injury sustained in a motor accident, Stephen Kitley, a very enthusiastic committee member, was confined to bed in Groote Schuur Hospital for ten weeks. In conclusion, this has been a most rewarding year for the Club, and this is largely due to the kind assistance rendered by gentlemen outside the School: to the various leaders of the climbs; to Mr. Cronwright for his invaluable organization, to Mr. Morris, and to Mr. Lorie at the Junior School for his kind permission for the Club to use the Junior School on numerous occasions for the quarterly meetings. We appreciate very much the coffee prepared by Mrs. BarweIl and Sister de Klerk for our Friday evening meetings. To all these people we extend our sincerest thanks. B.G. The Cedarberg

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painting which was rather badly damaged, the party moved on to survey the Stadsaal itself, and climbed in and out of tbe Amphitheatre. That evening it rained, and the following morning there was snow on the Sneeuberg. On Sunday morning the party was delayed. After a late start at 10 a.m., we set off along a well-worn goat track and bad lunch at Mr. Nieuwoudt's house. The scenery bad been rather bleak along the way and there were little patches of snow dotted all over the mountains. In the foreground was the Sneeuwberg with large drifts of snow on the slopes. After lunch tbey began to ascend the mountain behind the house, but unfortunately were forced to turn back after having climbed up about three-quarters of the way to the summit. The following morning the weather had cleared a little, and at 11 a.m. the party had packed and was on its way back to Cape Town.

always the focal point of the activ.ities of the Mountain Club for the year, and is looked forward to with uemendous enthusiasm by the members. It is customary for the expedition to take place during the vacations, when seven days are set aside for this purpose. However, as Mr. Cronwright had difficulty in obtaining leave to coincide with the vacations, the 1968 Cedarberg Trip took place during the Settlers' Day long week-end in early September. The Wynberg party met Mr. Cronwright and a group of boys from St. George路s at the turn-off to Citrusdal and then they continued to the Krom River where a tent was erected and lunch eaten. That afternoon the party moved on to view the Bushman paintings near the Stadsaal, an outcrop of rocks. The paintings were in excellent condition and the party studied the five elephant pictures. The paintings are fenced in to ensure that they are not damaged. After viewing a further elephant

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Science Science Department, to take over the reins. Mr. Broster, although actively involved in many other ventures at the School, kindly agreed to assist, where needed, in the Science Club as well, for which we thank him. Our appreciation also goes to Mr. Bromberger for continued support of our Club. His presence on excursions was very welcome.

Masters-in-Charge: Mr. Metrowich, Mr. Broster, Mr. Melck. Chairman: R. Josephson. Vice-Chairman: J. Katz. Secretary: R. Pogrund. Comm.iftee: P. Anderton, P. Furman, B. Schneider, M. Witkin. This year there was once again an increase in support of the club. This was due to the enthusiasm of our ebullient Master-in-charge, Mr. Metrowich. Unfortunately an excUJsion organised by tbe Science Club served to deprive the club of its driving force. I refer to the fact that we lost Mr. Metrow.ich to tbe Metal Box Company after our visit there had given him the opportunity of seeing at first band the facilities offered. I, on behalf of tbe club and its members, would like to tbank him most sincerely for all he did to make Science an enjoyment, and wish bim everything of the best in bis new vocation. IDs promised return to the teaching profession leaves the boys still in the Junior Scbool with something to look forward to. After Mr. Metrowich's departure at the end of the second term, we were fortunate in acquiring the services of Mr. Melck, a newcomer to tbe

Caltex Oil Refinery Our activitie this year began with a trip to the Caltex Oil Refinery in Milnerton. We were shown around the plant itself, although the workings of the various sections could only be explained - actual inspection being impossible. The thoroughness of the process impressed the group. Meta! Box Company The excursion to the Metal Box Company was, outside of its unfortunate resulting loss, most interesting and enjoyable. We were shown into their research section which deals with the study of reactions of metals and metal containers with foods and chemicals. A very comprehensive tour was provided by Mr. Hunter, the only unfortunate aspect being that there were a few too many 118

boys for the space available. The "explosion" of bacterial activity in a tin is one of the study tests undertaken here to determine the suitability of different metals to hold certain products.

Medical School A most enlightening visit was undertaken by a small group to tbe Medical School of the University of Cape Town. We thank Mr. Mathew for making this possible. The boys were shown genuine organs preserved at the School as well as some cases of extraordinary skulls and skeletons. Afterwards we wandered into the Physiology Laboratories and were kindly shown how the reflexes of a living frog were recorded. It was interesting, especially to the boys who study Biology, to see this semi-dissected frog performing its Jiving functions. Also on the medical scene, an excursion was arranged with kind assistance from our headmaster to see the topical documentary film on the Barnard heart-transplant saga, screened at a local cinema. The Committee and I convinced ourselves that the immense support (140 boys) was due to our appeal, and not because the visit would free the interested from scholastic duties to a small degree. The film itself, while wholly worthwhile, disappointed in that the accent was on the personal and not the scientific implications of the event. However, what was shown of the actual medical side was very interesting. During the latter part of the year emphasis was placed on scientific films. In addition, Mr. Melck kindly took it upon himself to give a talk on the role of DNA and RNA, the acids that are being associated with a hope for future cures for cancer. His talk explained most adequately the effects of these acids and their compounds on the cells of our body, and proved most interesting. Our thanks go to him for his keenness and enthusiasm be has shown during his initial term, and his leadership ensures great activity of the Science Club in years to come. All in all, this has been a very full year indeed, as far as this club is concerned. I would like to thank the committee for their continual assistance, the masters-in-charge, and also Mr. Blackbeard for his interest and active support of the club. At the time of going to Press, moves are afoot to have Prof. Chris Barnard address the School under our auspices. In addition to this it is hoped that in tbe near future facilities will be available to individual members to perform their own chemistry experiments supervised in our laboratories. With all this in store, the success of the club in the future is assured.

Junior Science Congress This year the highlight of the Club's agenda was once again the Annual Junior Cape Science Congress, whi.ch was held this year at Ste.llenbosch University. Not one of our eleven delegates declared any dissatisfaction at missing three school days to attend the Congress. The bus rides to and from Stellenbosch forged bonds between Clubs of both boys' and girls' schools, although Science was not always the topic discussed. Lectures were conducted in the main in Afrikaans and there were lectures catering for both Biology and Physical Science. The Physical Science group was treated to an exciting exhibition given by the Electrotechnical Engineers' Department, on the workings of a jet-rocket, a proud possession of the University. The actual firing of the jet took place, and the heat and energy produced was amazing. However, it is obvious that no momentum was allowed to ensue. A novel lecture on the hackneyed topic, "Science of Computers", was delivered by Prof. Goldner, M.Sc., and was widely enjoyed. "Astronomy" (prof. Cillie, M.Sc.) and "Aeronautics and Astronauts" (Mr. Hattings, B.Sc.) were other subjects interestingly dealt with. Mr. John Juritz from U.C.T. once again entertained the audience in the course of his lecture and demonstration, "Waves and the Universe". We were also indeed privileged to have seen a modified television set in operation, which proved interesting, all the more so because it may be the one and only time we are thus entertained. In路 the Biology section the highlight was a talk on "Organ Transplantation" by Dr. Marius Barnard, a member of the history-making hearttransplant team. It was an excellent lecture delivered with all the verve associated with the lecturer's famous brother. The Congress also included a visit to the Thorn Theatre for a brief recital by Matie drama students. Both auditorium (with its vast stage engineering) and production impressed. For the organisation of this highly beneficial three-day period, our thanks go to Mr. Metrowich and also to Mr. Blackbeard for his support and assistance.

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Having won the Inter-Schools' Shield in under the coaching of Mr. Tom Fair, we ourselves leading by 32 points in the 1968 petition and seemingly assured of victory

two of the four galas. Mr. Fair, unfortunately, bas left W.B.H.S. for Bishops, whose swimming has since come on tremendously. He did a tremendous job for our swimming and the School is

1967, find comafter

SWIMMING TEAM G. Bricknell, M. Cohen, P. Williamson, J. Williamson. J. Klein, D. de Villiers. G. Rixon. Middle Row (I. to r.): S. Tyler, A. Dorman, P. Weir, P. Anderton, 1. Rosenberg, A. Hammond. P. Feitelson, A. Silverman, 1. Thomson. Seared (I. to r.): J. le Seuer, T. Dunster. A. Falconer. Mr. N. Black beard (Princ.), B. Gould (Capt.), Mr. P. Broster (Coach), G. Goles (Y.-Capt.), L Perry, L. King. III front: G. Doran. B. Silverman. Back

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greatly in his debt. Overseen by Mr. Broster, the fine performance this year is due to an improved spread in age-group talent, some brill.iant individual swimming, but most of all to a great team effort by every boy. The boys who do not swim with clubs do their training from 7.00 a.m., and it is gratifying to see boys turn out regularly to practice and to see them rewarded with improved times. Water polo was started in the first term and wijl continue on an official basis in the fourth term, thanks to the keen interest of Mr. Deon Melck, a player of no mean ability himself. Apart from the Inter-School galas, Wynberg teams won relays at the Goodwood Gala, the Gordons' Gala and the Thomas Mitchell Cup at

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the Western Province Schools' Championships. At all these galas there were many fine individual efforts by boys, and the following were selected to represent Western Province at the South African Schools' Championships: Ben Gould and Alan Hammond (both of whom also swam for the Western Province Senior Team), Alan Falconer, Lynton Perry and Ian Rosenberg. Thanks to outstandingly efficient staff co-operation and fine organisation by house captains, the Wynberg School Gala went off most smoothly with nineteen records being broken during the afternoon. A new event which went down well was an inter-class non-competitors' relay, with a staff team just failing to beat lOA. Despite the fact that qualifying times for Blues

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and Colours were revised to a new high standard, the following awards were earned: Ben Gouid, the team captain, received an Honours Award, while Alan Falconer, Gerald Goles, Alan Hammond, Ian Rosenberg and Peter Weir were awarded Blues. Colours awards went to Terry Dunster and Lynton Perry. Revised

Colours

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and Blue times:

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Societ'j Chairman: J. Katz. Vice-Chairman: R. Josephson. Secretary: J. Benjamin. Committee: A. Goosen, P. Goodwin,

that we bave the potential, if only it was fostered and cultivated. This can be achieved only by strong support.

M. Rubin and R. Pogrund. Master-in-Charge: Mr. Kooy. During 1968 it became increasingly obvious to the committee that no society can operate successfully without the support of the School. This has not been a particularly active year! What bas happened to the intellectuals? Are we becoming a generation of body-builders without giving the necessary attention to our minds? The evidence this year certainly points that way. With reference to what has been said, I would like to congratulate the inhabitants of Littlewood House, who seem to be the only ones capable of independent, intelligent thinking. Thank you for your support, boarders. Even under the disadvantage of almost no support, we have enjoyed a few interesting meetings this year. Early in the second term we bad the pleasure of discussing whether "Capital punishment should be abolished". Tbis meeting took place in the Wynberg Girls' High Hall, and our thanks go to Miss Urie and the girls for a most enjoyable evening. R. Josepbson, P. Crathorne and M. Rubin represented the Scbool. Owing to a general lack of enthusiasm, our next meeting took tbe form of the Inter-Schools' Forum Debate, arranged by Jaycee. Last 'rear Wynberg had won tbeir section of this competition, and once again this year we looked forward to some measure of success. The Schaars team consisted of J. Katz, R. Josepbson, M. Rubin, P. Anderton and P. Furman. On this occasion, once more in the Girls' Hall, we were honoured with the support of fifteen boys, eleven of whom gathered in the back row of the spacious hall. For the second year in succession Wyn berg brought back the honours. This goes to prove

A week later J. Benjamin and P. Anderton represented the School at the annual inter-schools debate. This time we were not so fort~lI1ate, although our boys were mentioned by the Press for being by far the most entertaining of the entrants. My efforts on behalf of tbe committee resulted in a debate being organized for the juniors of the School. Tbose below standard eight were to discuss whether "War brings out the worst in people", with their counterparts at Westerford. Unfortunately this debate had to be cancelled as only seven supporters could be raised from the three junior classes. Spirit?

R. Anderton has been entered in a Road Safety Public Speaking competition which takes place after we go to Press. Good luck to him! Finally for this year, we have completed negotiations with the Old Boys' Union. Tbis debate is also after we go to Press, and the subject under discussion is, "Modern Society Destroys Individualism". We look forward to an entertaining encounter. Last, but not least, it remains for me to thank my committee, those who supported us and Mr. Kooy, our master-in-charge, for their help. To Mr. Blackbeard go special thanks. He was very helpful and encouraging at all times. May future Debating Societies have considerably more support than we did! As we go to Press we have much pleasure in reporting that P. Anderton, entered in the Road Safety Public Speaking Competition, finisbed first and goes through to the final round. Our hearty congratulations go out to him, and we wish him the best of luck for the next round. J.K., lOA.

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Union Chairman: 1. Scott. Vice-Chairman & Secretary: S. Kitley. Committee: R. Cumming, L. Keith, A. Strickland, J. Williamson, A. Kirkwood. Masters-in-Charge: Mr. J. L. Mathewand Mr. P. Broster.

thrashed out, and many interesting theological theories were expounded. Films and slides were relied upon to create more interest in the S.C.U., and one recording meeting was held. The Wynberg Girls' High School's combined meeting was a great success and the film, screened by a member of the Leper Society, proved to be very enlightening. Bible studies this year were infrequent, owing to waning attendance of the meetings. The highlight of the year proved to be a combined camp (held at Clovelly) between W.B.H.S., W.G.H.S., San Souci and S.A.C.S. Members of the committee attended this week-end "Leadership Camp". Much of value was learned there, and we hope it will be put to good use in the coming year. In any society in the School, there is a certain amount of organization done by the boys. A great deal, however, is achieved by the masters. In this connection we offer our thanks to Mr. Blackbeard for his co-operation and support, to Mr. Mathew for the use of the Biology laboratory for our weekly meetings, and to Mr. Broster for his guidance. We would lastly wish the "new commlttee" God speed and everything that is good in the coming year.

Once again a year has slipped by in the Ijfe of the S.C.U. It has been a quiet but nevertheless successful year with many problems overcome and friends made for those who attended meetings. This year's committee was picked later than usual- after the leadership camp held at Tricelle, but settled down quickly and ran the meetings efficiently. The Rev. A. W. Stops proved hjmself a staunch ally and friend of our Union by consenting to speak, on a number of occasi.ons, at extremely short notice. To him we give our sincere thanks and appreciation. Our meetings, being of an interdenominational nature, were sometimes graced with speakers from the Mormon, Catholic and other faiths. To these gentlemen who gave up their valuable lunch-breaks we offer our thanks. The Hebrew Cultural Society and the S.C.U. combined in a couple of interesting and informal discussion meetings. In this way parallels were drawn between the two faiths, problems were

Chairman: M. Rubin. Secretary: P. Furman. Committee: R. Pogrund, R. Josephson, L. Hamburger, M. Katz, J. Goldstein.

Eyes", in which it was shown how different immigrants may be absorbed with the minimum of bother, and "City Called Eilat". In the second term "The Holy Land" was screened. An innovation this year was a combined meeting with the S.C.U. when opinion on subjects such as "What is God? What is Heaven?", etc., were discussed. The talk by Rev. L. Mirvis on "The Massacre of Six Million" was delivered to commemorate those who perished in the Nazi holocaust. Rev. Mirvis struck us all as a speaker of exceptional ability, and we look

The Society enjoyed a most active year with meetings being held at regular intervals. The success may be attributed to the varying activities and to the large attendances at the gatherings. In February a well-filled school hall saw the screening of the films "Land of a Thousand Faces" and "The Israeli Airforce". These were followed by "Israel Through the Immigrants'

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forward to further talks by him. A discussion on whether Israel should give up any conquered territory proved stimulating.

in Mexico City. He spoke witb great lucidity on how Jewish olympic participants are f锚ted at the different venues of the Games. Mr. Harris Green, former Chairman of the Student Jewish Association at U.C.T., has also agreed to address the Society. The fourth term's activities will be organised by the Std. 9 members. Finally, I should like to thank Mr. Bo!tman for his assistance, the Zionist office for lending us the film, Mr. Broster for the use of the Science Lecture Theatre and Mr. Mathew for the use of his classroom and his projector. My thanks go also to P. Searle for giving up many a luncbbreak to work the projector, and to the Committee and members, for their support tbroughout the year.

The recent film "Victory or Else" was seen by over three hundred boys. It viv.idly depicted the Six-Day War and its aftermath. Mr. Alan Bricker, a war volunteer, showed us a selection of his excellent slides of Gaza and Jerusalem; his commentary was botb interesting and informative. After the holidays, a record of the Israeli Foreign Minister's address to the General Assembly of U.N.O. last year on "Why Israel Fought'路 was played. "Return to Mount Scopus" was also screened. Tbe Society was privileged to bear Mr. Harry Getz, President of the S.A. Swimming Union, address us On the coming Olympic Games

I. Scbewitz. A. Feitelson. The Chess Club bas bad one of its most successful seasons since its inception at Wynberg. In the Inter-Schools League we finished a creditable 7th, with A. Feitelson being the most successful individual. On a number of occasions we had a second team in action, and twice even a third team made its appearance. A boarding-bouse club was also initiated. Tbe idea to start a cbess club in the junior school was received with great entbusiasm, and several youngsters with latent talent were discovered. No doubt the club will benefit some time in the future from this generation's foresight. Tbe first team contained a fine blend of experience and youtb, and with greater application should do even better next year. I. Schewitz, R. Waring, D. Maeder, D. Rubel and A. Feitelson represented the Scbool regularly. Our greatest drawback, bowever, remains a lamentable lack of master support or interest. How often have we not looked witb envy at visiting teams who arrive in the cars of tbeir masters-in-charge! A smile of congratulation or commiseration at tbe completion of a game can make all tbe difference. In contrast. all our own administrative duties have been shouldered by our long-suffering chairCh.airman: Secretary:

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man-player-manager路coach-trainer, Ivan "Gary" Schewitz. For the record: The School champion hip was won by J. Schewitz, with Curly Waring a close second. The inter-bouse competition was won comfortably by the strong Van Riebeeck team. An exciting handicap tournament is at present being beId with many top players having been toppled.

J. Schewitz entered the S.A. Open and came nowhere (didn't even get his picture .in the paper!). He claimed he was deceived by the strange nap of the boards. Later tbis term J. Schewitz, D. Maeder and R. Waring are entering for the Western Province Junior Championship. We wish them luck! Plans were undertaken to build a grandstand in the B.iology Laboratory, and a bat was passed round our entbusiastic supporters one Friday afternoon. With a bit of luck, Ivan will get his hat back before the end of the year. All in all, it has been a most enjoyable season for, as one of the greatest players of all time said, "The beauty of chess is in the playing". How right I was! D.R. and Vry

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of Inscription on Memorias (Assembly seated). Head Prefect: Peter Crathorne.

I.-Hymn

No. I (Assembly standing). o God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home. o God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Be Thou our guard while life shall last, And our eternal home!

5.-The Last Post (Assemby standing). The Reveile. 6.-The Address (Assemby seated). Mr. J. 1. de ViIiers, M.P.C. 7.-The

Changing of the Guard (Assembly seated).

8.-The Laying of Wreaths (Assembly standing). (Hymn to be sung during tbe laying of wreaths.)

2.-The Lesson (Assembly seated). RonaId Josephson. Ecclesiasticus 44, verses 1 to 15.

Abide with me; fast falls tbe eventide; The darkness deepens; Lord, with me abide; Wben other helpers fail, and comfort flee, Help of the helpless, 0 abide with me. Hold Thou Thy Cross before my closing eyes; Sbine through the gloom, and point me to the skies; Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee; In life, in death, 0 Lord, abide with me.

3.-Prayers (Assembly seated). By the Headmaster. (a) For the School. (b) For those from the school who laid down their lives in the World Wars, 1914-1918 and 1939-1945. (c) For our Country. (d) The Lord's Prayer. (All unite in saying prayer.)

9.-The

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Marcb Past and Salute to tbe Memorial (Assembly stands as Colour passes).

surroundings: Jan van Riebeeck, the Cape of Good Hope, the Wynberg Military Camp and the viticulture that bad its beginnings on the hills surrounding tbe school. This tradition had to be preserved, and when we cbanged our site we deserved nothing but the best in builclings, grounds and playing fields. Mr. de Villiers promised that he would do everything in his power to see that we got wbat we deserved. Guests tben went across to Littlewood House for tea. A brief improvement in the weather made it possible for "A" Company of the Cadet Corps, the Special Platoon and tbe Band to put on a display before a hardy and appreciative audience.

Parents and guests gathered in tbe scbool hall and were addressed by Mr. J. I. de Villiers, M.P.C. We were reminded that we were celebrating the one-hundred-and-twenty-seventh anniversary of the founding of tbe scbool and that we had a proud tradition of scbolarship and tuition. An even older tradition, however, could be read from our school badge, which we had adopted from tbe coat of arms of tbe former Wynberg Municipality. The quartering of tbe badge showed bow closely we are linked with the tradition and history of our

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In the first term a get-together with teachers and parents of Std. 6 pupils was arranged, which served a very useful purpose as the principal and some teachers were given the opportunity of telling parents about the activities in the senior school, and parents also met the teachers in whose care their boys would be. In the second term Dr. Hewitson from the heart transplant team addressed parents, and in the third term Mr. Brian Lello was our guest speaker. Mr. Lello was the person behind the organisation which entered Bruce Dalling in Voortrekker for the trans-Atlantic race.

During the year a group of mothers again catered efficiently at sporting and other functions, and more important, at the tuck shop daily. I think present boys of the school must wonder how boys of earlier years managed to endure school daily without being able to look forward to a bun, a bottle of pop or a cup of soup during break. In conclusion, a word of thanks to members of the committee and to the tuck shop ladies for giving their time in the interests of the school.

Committee, 1968 Hon. President: Mr. N. Blackbeard, E.A. (Headmaster). President: Dr. Arnold Katz. Vice-President: Ronaid H. Gibbs. Hon. Secretary: Michael English. Hon. Treasurer: Robert Peck. Com!11ittee: R. Burton, C. England, H. Fay, R. T. Felbert, M. Herbert, B. Proben, W. Ryan. Senior School Representative: Mr. A. NofIki, B.A. Junior School Representative: Mr. J. F. Oosthuizen, B.se. Official address of the O.B.U.: P.O. Box 111, Wynberg.

to tbe age of tbe School, 127 years. Perhaps it is this youth that does not permit the strength of the School to be judged by its Old Boys' Union. Thus once more I make a plea for a membership drive.

D. BARNARD (Chairman).

The qualitative strength of the Union is there. There is in the Committee and outside a very fine nucleus of men who are prepared to work and serve for tbe benefit and improvement of the School they went to, lived with and loved. Most of them started in tbe kindergarten class and moved stage by stage to their graduation in standard 10. To them tbe School is a single unit which guided and prepared them for their adult life. Their Masters and Mistresses are as alive and loved whether tbey knew them in Sub. B. or standard 9. It is these young men that we want back on the rolls of tbe Union. It is tbeir sons that we would like to see coming to the School, once more bringing back the memories of their fathers. We are aware of the move to the new site. Some years will probably elapse before it becomes

PRESIDENT'S LETTER In his dedication to "The Story of a School", Dougie Thomson states: "This Book is Dedicated to the Old Boys' Union in the sincere belief that their strength is eventually the strength of the School". With tbis statement I heartily agree. Tbe operative word is "eventually". The Union is comparatively young in relation

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ship in Norway, which terminated a year ago. He then obtained a Fellowship on the staff of Leeds University, in tbe Department of Soil Science, to undertake lecturing and research work. His research duties bave thus far taken him to Ascension Island and Las Palmas where he collected rock specimens for processing and analysis. He has read several papers at international conferences, and he is quickly making a name for bimself in this sphere of activity. He is undecided how long he will remain at Leeds.

fact. [n that sense we have a little time in hand for planning and development, but that planning should begin now. One of the fine features of tbe Union in recent years has been the close liaison between the scholars and tbe Union. In various ways, both materially and by personal contact, on the sports field and in the classroom, the Union has made great efforts to meet the boys - tbe more the contact the closer the ties. In planning our activities we should always bear this in mind. To all Old Boys and to members of the School and staff who have been successful and achieved prominence in their academic careers, professional life, on the sporting field or any other activity, go my congratulations and good wisbes for greater success and achievements. My thanks to the committee for their support and assistance. They are a fine group of men in all respects. My thanks, too, to Mr. Blackbeard for his assistance to the Union at all times. Mr. Oosthuizen toa bas been a great help. My best wishes to the committee, all Old Boys, members of staff and their families. For them and all scholars may it be a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 1969.

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Dr. John Webb, Ph.D. Dr. Webb, 1958 Scbolarship winner, obtained his Ph.D. degree at Cambridge University in 1966 and is now lecturing at U.C.T.'s Department of Mathematics. He won tbe Cornwall. and York Prize for 1968 for his essay on "Unbounded linear operations in nOrDled linear spaces". 'This prize is awarded annually, and each year it is a warded in a different subject. We underst:l.nd that 10hn has spent most of the R300 prize money on books. Aubrey Meyer, B.Mus. Aubrey Meyer bas been awarded a scholarship by the South African Music Rights Organisation. The award is valued at RI ,000 a year for two year and it will. enable him to study composition al the Royal College of Music in London. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Music and is presently preparing for a Master's degree. He plays tbe violin and viola, and bas done some conducting and composition. Although Wynherg Old Boys are to be found in almost every walk of life, Aubrey, so far as we know, will become our first composer. [n tbe School Orcbestra he showed great promise even as a very young performer, and Mr, Larie gave him every encouragement to pursue his interest in music.

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Or. Howard Baker qualified in Medicine at the end of last year and is presently doing his housemanship at Groote Schuur Hospital. Michael Margalis ha obtained his B.sc. degree in Electrical Engineering and is now overseas furthering his tudies. Robert Sladen is nearing the end of his course in Medicine and is maintaining a bigh academic standard. Erich Tilders is at Stellenbosch University, taking a B.Sc. degree in Engineering. Thi , at Stellenbosch, is a five-year course, and Erich bas reached his fourth year, tbus far without failures. Vacant. N. D. Pasvolsky completed his military training last year and has commenced his university course tbis year. He is studying for a B.Sc. degree. A. Hurwitz is doing his military training.

lan Linden, B.Sc. lan Linden, 1959 Scholarship Winner, went to England soon after leaving school and joined tbe Royal Naval College at Dartmouth as a cadet. During his course he visited South Africa as a Midsbipman in one of the R.M. frigates. After completing his course at Dartmouth be attended Maoadon Royal Naval College where he obta.ined bjs B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering. Tbe examinations are set by London University. When oportunity offers, he hopes to prepare for an M.Sc. degree.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Dr. Eric Middiemost, Ph.D. After obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Geology at U.C.T., Dr. Middiemast won a Research Fellow-

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At present he is waiting to join the missile cruiser "Norfolk" now under construction and due for launching in mid-1969. We hear that there is little prospect for a visit to his home for several years.

On his return he was appointed to settle a dispute between King Khama and the Chartered Company concerning a road boundary. Later, at the King's request, and assisted by two of his regiments numbering 3,000 men, Mr. Sbaw cut a swatb 100 feet wide into virgin forest for 600 miles. Years later this swath was picked up in an aerial photograph, identified and used for map-making. To keep his men supplied with food he hunted on a big scale. His exploits earned him the name translated as "Pathfinder". In 1926 he represented S. Africa at an international survey conference in Paris. In 1921 he was one of the Commissioners appointed to define the high-water mark. In his younger days he participated in athletics, rowing and golf. Nowadays be enjoys walking, and from time to time may be seen strolling through the School grounds, interested in whatever activity may be taking place on the sports fields.

Michael Herbert. Michael Herbert, after matriculating in 1967, was awarded the bursary granted by the Cape Argus to a student intending to become a teacher, preferably of English. He is the second Old Boy to win tbe award, the otber being David Cole, who is teaching in Port Elizabeth. Michael intends to become a teacher of English and is studying at U.CT. for a B.A. degree. We believe that he has all the attributes, intraand extra-murally, for a successful teacher and leader. He gave ample evidence of his abilities at School ,where he was active in music and drama. His piano concertos with the School Orchestra were played confidently and feelingly and were a delight to the audience. His performances in the Gilbert and Sullivan operas were excellent. In particular, his part as the Lord Chancellor in "Iolanthe" nearly brought the house down and would have done credit to an experienced professional actor. He was also outstanding in comedy parts in School plays. He has served usefully on the U.B.U. Committee during 1968.

David Katz. David Katz, a medical student due to write his finals at U.C.T. next year, was awarded the Abe Bailey Travelling Fellowship last year, and he spent the December vacation in the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Israel. After doing a useful spell as student head of Shawco, he became President of the national body of Medical Students.

Hector M. Shaw, F.R.G.S. Mr. Shaw has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society in recognition of his services to Surveying. Now in his 90th year, he is one of the most colourful characters in the ranks of Wynberg's Old Boys, and it is astonishing to record that he still attends his office in Cape Town daily. He is one of the few remaining Old Boys who were pupils at the old school under Mr. Nixon and who transferred to the High School under Mr. Littlewood in 1892. He started his career as an Engineer with the P.W.D. Later he studied surveying at the old S. African College and in time was admitted a Government Land Surveyor in S. Africa, Rhodesia, Kenya and Bechuanaland. He has practised throughout Africa. Many years ago he went to America to work on the head waters of the Amazon and to deal with oil concessions. Here he fell a victim to the fever which was to plague him for 27 years, although it apparently had no permanent effect on him!

Christopher Stephens. Chris Stephens is quickly establishing himself as an all-rounder, for in addition to his achievements in the cricketing sphere he has been awarded the Jagger Memorial Bursary in the Institute of Administration and Commerce. Chris, a full-time student at the Cape Technical College, is studying for the Diplomas of the Institute of Administration and Commerce and the Chartered Institute of Secretaries, a combination which is possible since many subjects are common to both Institutes. Roland Eastman. Roland Eastman is glVlOg a good account of himself at U.C.T.'s Medical School. He won the Class Medal awarded to the best third-year Medical student. Comdt. W. Black. Commandant W. Black has been promoted to Staff Officer Operations of the Air Task Force at Headquarters in Pretoria.

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Martin Treadaway has joined the firm of Mr. Andre du Toit, Quantity Surveyor, and is studying part-time at U.C.T. for the diploma in quantity surveying. G. Slade, having qualified in B.Sc.(Hons.) in Geology at U.CT., is now reading for a Ph.D. degree in geology at Liverpool University. G. Stewart is路 anotber who has qualified in B.Sc. in geology. He was last heard of searching for oil in the Port Elizabeth district.

UNIVERSITY NEWS Another academic year will have ended by the time these notes are published. We are holding thumbs for all our student-Old Boys, whether they are in their first year or their last, and we wish them everything of tbe best in tbeir courses and in their careers to follow. We are aware that our list is far from complete, but the following are some of whom we have been able to obtain details: Medicine: B. Anziska, R. Kiwi and L. Savadier, In their final year, R_ Eastman, A. Coetzee, T. Zabow, S. Leyser and Andrew Selwyn, who presented a paper at the Medical Students' Congress: S. Ger, N. Pogrund, L. Nochomovitz, R. Sladen. Graduates include Dr. H. Baker and Dr. Leslie Kernoff who is doing post-graduate work at Groote Schuur HospitaL

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Rev. Stanley Grassow bas returned from his up-country work and is now at Simonstown Methodist Church. Rev. Kevin Barker (1959) will be remembered as a prominent athlete and rugby wing at School. At first he intended to become a teacher, but later decided to change to the Christian ministry and went to train in the United States. He holds the degrees of B.A. and B.D. He has now been sent by Youtb for Christ International to serve the Reefland as Associate Director. His American wife will be coming with him. Rev. Carroll Fulford and his brother, Rev. John Fulford, both obtained tbeir B.Th. degrees in the U.S.A. and have returned to South Africa as evangelists. Carroll (1952) is establishing a new church at Port Elizabeth, while John (1956) i ministering to a Church of Cbrist in Observatory. Rev. Dr. Herbert M. Bennett, former superintendent of Mount Coke Mission Hospital, has had a spell of ilJ health, and the Union wishes him a speedy recovery. Rev. Jack Cook is no longer lecturing at Lovedale Tbeological College; be is now in Johannesburg. Rev. H. Michael Arguile, on of our retired Latin teacher, has left Swaziland and gone to Umkomaas Methodist Church, Natal. Rev. LIewellyn Jones, who a few years ago was Curate at Caledon Anglican Church, tran ferred for a while to Bellville, and is now Rector at Robertsoo.

B.A. G. Kleyn, H. Briel, R. FitzwiUiams, J. Lawrence, M. Herbert, Barrett-Jolley, N. Coates (Fine Arts), P. Crundwell, K. Gottschalk. B.Sc. Civil Engineering: C. Barnes, E. de Swart, D. Sawyer. H. Mitchell, S. Blanckenberg, B. Mawman, C. Braude, P. Gilmour. Chemical Engineering: L. Patrick, E. Merrifield, G. Booth. Electrical Engineering: W. Barnes, F. Glaum. A. Craxton, B. Pringle. Land Surveying: R. Jennings, 1. Kirkwood. Geology: A. Killick. Zoology: E. Kiwi. NOl Specified: H. Till, A. Lowry, R. Hamburger, S. Pringle, 1. David, K. Katz, H. Morris, H. Wagner, K. Kesner, D. O'Neil, J. Miller, M. Miller. B.Sc. (Honours): Geography: A. Shedden, F. Opie. Architecture: G. Kernoff, D. Schmidt. B.Com.: H. Green, L. Werbeloff, B. Castle, D. Ger, Anziska, G. Hammond, Q. RookJedge, S. Stichling. Social Science: S. Kahn. M.Mus.: A. Meyer. Law: F. Kaminer. A. Steyn is at Stellenbosch University studying for the degree of B.Sc. in Military Science.

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Among the multifarious activ.ities of Dennjs Granger - who, with Ralph Felbert, was ooe of the Union's founders nearly forty years ago - is that of Tbeatre critic for one of the Rhodesian newspapers. One gathers from bis delightful letters that he leads a tremendously fuH life. Civic,

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professional and cultural interests or demands of society appear to involve him in a continuous occupation of the twenty-four bours of eacb day. His regular communications are a real tonic. Stan Jones and his family, together witb Ron Gibbs, formed a party for an overseas holiday during the winter. At their hotel in Derwentwater, English Lake District, they bumped into George Judelson and his wife. George, now Deputy City Engineer of Durban, bad been sent over to investigate new trends in engineering practice, especially in regard to disposal of refuse and tbe construction of parkades. Returning in tbe "S.A. Vaal", they met two other Old Boys in Bill Holmes and Tommy Goodson. Bill was completing his annual visit to the U.K. - something be has done for years. He recently retired from the City Council where be was a Committee Clerk in the Health and Housing Committee. Tommy Goodson received a radiogram a couple of days out of Southampton concerning tbe passing away of his father, and he left the sbip at Las Palmas in order to fly borne to attend tbe funeral. They met him again at Cape Town harbour where be bad come to meet his wife, who bad continued the voyage alone. Neville Riley, a Committee member, was another overseas traveller during the winter. We understand that he attended a conference on Photogrammetry in Switzerland, and then a seminar in HoJland. When these were over he ended his visit with a short holiday, which induded some skin-diving in tbe Mediterranean. Cape Town water too cold, Neville? David Lytton with his wife, three daugbters and a son, continues to live in Stratford-on-Avon. He i's the author of several books, and has written plays and scripts for the B.B.C. He played a major part in the activities to celebrate the 900tb anniversary of Westminster Abbey. Marius Reynolds, who at School in 1943 took the part of Titania in Miss Langford's production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", is now a well-established and highly considered architect in London. He lives in Hampstead witb his wife and two children. David Freund, after a successful period at the Micbaelis School of Fine Art, and having been responsible for a mural in the Cab!eway on Table Mountain, bas since studied in film studios in Berlin. He is now with bis parents in London.

Oliver Caldecott has for some years been resident in London with his wife and three children. He has been appointed a director of Penguin Books. He finds occasional moments to continue his painting and bas exhibited some pictures in London. Stephen Hunt is busy on a B.A. course prior to entering tbe teaching profession. He bas continued his violin studies at the S.A. College of Music, and plays in the University Orchestra. Christopher Perold is a senior Englisb master at Herzlia High School, Cape Town. His wife, Sandra, is a teacher of 'cello to our young Wyn berg 'cellists. Malcolm Bates, to continue the subject of 'cellists' continues to support tbe School Orchestra. Last year he completed his military training and this year he took a temporary clerical post at Conradie Hospital. Next year be intends to study art at the Technical College. Hilary Spears, baving been a teacher at Grey College, Port Elizabetb, and latterly at St. Alban's College, Pretoria, has recently been appointed Principal of the junior section of St. Andrew's College, Bloemfontein. This glad news was announced shortly before his marriage to Miss Maureen Chase. We congratulate him on both achievements. Johnny Spears, who is in the legal profession in England, came out with his wife to be at Hilary's wedding. In a letter to tbe Union, Ivan Sewrey tells us that he bas tbe odd chat with Charlie Savage and Neville Constantine, all of wbom are at the Mobil Oil Co. Charlie continues to write athletic news for the Press, and he managed a W.P. touring athletic team during the year. In the same firm is Rodney Camp, wbo has been appointed Chief Engineer. The Soutbern Life Association has a fair sprinkling of Old Boys, among whom are Terence Webb, Peter Robertshaw, Morris Steyn, Michael Henry, AJistair Nicholson, Christopher Goodwin and Stanley Jennings. Stanley during the year joined the ranks of the "marrieds". Chris Goodwin is a computer programmer. We are glad to bear that he is recovering quickly from a leg operation. A. McGrath and A. Rennie have become officers in tbe S.A. Navy. A few months ago tbe Union had the pleasure of conveying its congratulations to Mr. Harry

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Linington on his 93rd birthday. To the best of our knowledge be is tbe doyen of our Old Boys, baving started at tbe Wynberg Grammar School in 1883! A retired builder, be lives in Jobannesburg. His brotber, Mr. Percy Linington, lives at Fisb Hoek, and may be seen daily taking bis "constitutional" along tbe sea front. Also retired, be was previously in tbe Native Affairs Department. Sbakespeare is one of his main interests; be reads rus plays regularly and never misses a stage performance if be can help it. Lookjng fit and weU at Founders' Day was Mr. Cl egg, who has passed us some news of Rbodesian Old Boys. J. R. McLaren of the 1926 Matric Class is Chairman of the Rbodesian Board of Censors. From tbe 1912 class is Air Vice-Marsbal Sir Cbarles Mereditb, K.B.E., C.B., A.S.C., wbo headed the Rbodesian Air Force during tbe war, and later became Director of Central African Airways. Of more recent departure is Barney Pyecroft; we are unaware of his line of business.

adapt themselves to the difficult conditions. Considering tbat this is the School's first season in the hockey league, they put up a good show, and it is pleasing to record tbat in the inter-school competitions the team finisbed in second place. Thanks are extended to John van Niekerk and Brian McEwen for organising the rugby and hockey teams. NEWS

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Peter Godwin has done well to pass his final C.A.(S.A.) examinations within the period of his articles. Michael WorralI, B.Sc., F.F.A., 1957 Scholarship Winner, has accepted an actuarial post in Johannesburg. We are waiting to hear further details. Richard Cook recently held his first Art exhibition, whicb received favourable comment. Neville Dubow was one of the exhibitors at the display of metallic art in Greenmarket Square. The display received a mixed reception in Cape Town. Neville's contribution was a lofty structure consisting of three masts surmounted by discs, the theme of which unfortunately escaped us.

FOUNDERS' DAY, 1968 Founders' Day, again tbis year as last year, was affected by inclement weatber, and the first part of tbe ceremony, consisting of the memorial service and an address by Mr. J. I. de Villiers, M.P.C., was held indoors. Fortunately tbis was followed by a brigbt, albeit brief spell in the weather, just long enough for the cadets to perform the March Past and Salute to the Memorial, and for the band, arranged in the form of a W, to present an enjoyable programme of music. After tea in Littlewood House, the assembly gathered round tbe touchlines to watch the Past vs. Present rugby and hockey matches. It rained most of the time, but in spite of tbe slippery conditions, spectators saw a fast open game with good backline movements on both sides. Or. John Katz refereed the game in the traditional "social match" manner. The Past won by only two points, but tbe Present may take comfort from tbe knowledge that spectators were impressed with the initiative and determinati.on shown against an Old Boys' team of higbly experienced players. The game formed a fitting end to a successful rugby season wruch included a 1st XV tour to tbe Transvaal. In tbe hockey match tbe Past won 5-2. Here, too, tbe Present found an experienced opposition. Possibly the Old Boys were more readily able to

Eduard Ladan is another exponent of modern art, and some recent works, abstract in design, have been created by d.riving nails into wood. Norman Cohen graduated with honours at the Fashion Institute of Technology, which is associated with New York State University. He became Dean of tbe Institute and President of the Overseas Club. He is now working in Johannesburg. Peter Middiemost is engaged in the manufacture of stainless steel, and his work includes designing, draughting - and the odd bit of inventing. Ronaid Gaylard is serving with tbe Peter Hamilton Equipment Company in BakeweIl, near Derby, U.K. He has been with the Company for about two years and is .in the Sales Division. His work has taken bim all over Europe. He is hoping for a transfer to tbe Jobannesburg office soon. Jimmy Cole returned recently from New York, bringing his American wife with him. Employed witb Barclay's Bank, he bas spent about three years in overseas offices. David Helier discontinued preparing for an M .Sc. degree to serve in Israel, and subsequently graduated in Holland at PhiUips Electronics. He is proceeding to U.K. for further study.

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Or. Hymie Joffe and his family have returned from a tay in the U.S.A. He is attached to the Cardiology Department of Groote Schuur Hospital. Leslie Levy receives our congratulations, and sympathies, on his marriage; congratulations for the happy event, sympatbies because it took place in Port Elizabeth on the day that unprecedellted rains brought the floods. We hope that the rest of his married life will be smooth sailing after this tempestuous beginning. David Policausky left in 1961 and completed his matriculation in the U.K., proceeded to Stanford, U.S.A., where he graduated B.A. and continued to Oregon for his M.Sc. where he is now lecturing in Biology. The sad passing of Graeme "Ossie" Powell in Durban is recorded elsewhere in this section. We are pleased to know that two Old Boys in that area were able to visit him during his illness. One was Mike Finberg who is training to become an Hotel Manager. The other was Bernard Momsen who is in business there. Gerald Abelsohn is another Old Boy in business in Durban. Chris Walker is articled to a nrm of Chartered Accountants. He is studying for the nnals of his RCom. degree and thereafter will tackle his accounting examinations. He i aSSlstlllg the School's Mountain Club by taking parties on climbs. Frank Kleinman has joined the Foschini Organisation headed by Stanley Lewis. Peter Heritage, who marr.ied in July, has been appointed Assistant Sales Manager of the Metal Box Co. in Jobannesburg. Phi1lip de Wet, who also married recently, is working at the Plessey Co. in Plumstead. Oswald Powell (1962) has been transferred to Windhoek and expects to be there about three years. Other "recently marrieds" include Geoff Peiser (1961), Barry Napier (196l), John Mutti (1962), a bank teller at Plumstead, Roger Goodwin (1959), who is teaching at East London, and Alan Payne, who is with Robb Motors. John Goodwin (1961) has qualified as a Chartered Accountant and celebrated the event by announcing his engagement. J. Barham has become a teacher at a school for retarded children; the Union wishes him every success in a difficult but highly important calling.

Graham Crocker retired some years ago from the Railways in Johannesburg. He bas returned to Cape Town. and we were glad to see him at Founders' Day, together witb Mr. Townsend, wbo left School .in 1908. Acknowledgements. Thanks are expressed to our Committee members and to the following who have contr.ibllted news to this section: Messrs. A. Lorie, TownJey Johnson, R. Jennings, S. Jennings and D. Katz. Additional thanks are due to Townley Johnson for the photograph of tbe School's First Cricket XI of 1929/30, and for the particulars of the players appearing therein. SPORTING NEWS News of local interest concerning our younger Old Boys relates primarily to the sporting spheres where we are happy to make known to members further aneld tbat the bolders of tbe Senior Cricket Cbampionsbip are Technical College. More than half their nrst team are Old Boys. Captain of. the successful team was Mickey Giles who also played for Western Province. Runnersup, Claremont. were captained by Fritz Bing (also a Western Province player), and to complete a trio of Senior Western Province team captains was Neville Budge (Alma and also Western Province opening batsman). On occasions Ken Heldsinger, an old provincial representative, captained one of the Western Province Club sides. These particular participants in the Summer game, plus the numerous otber Old Boys playing in top-class cricket, must give merited pleasure to Jimmy Mathew, Tom Reddick and our erstwhile coaches Messrs. Duggie Thomson and Bill Bowden, as well as other staff members who assisted over the years. To the many Old Wynbergians who have gone on to Villagers we add the name Alastair Thom. He played as a junior after leaving School then went to tbe Transvaal where he was selected for tbis province. Later he played for one of tbe famous English clubs, while in Britain and on his return to Cape Town was selected for Western Province in his first season. He had been selected to play for the Old Boys in the Past vs. Present rugby match, together with Aubrey Luck, but as both bad been selected to play for Western Province the following Saturday, they bad to withdraw from the Old Boys' team, to our regret.

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Aubrey Luck (W.P.), Mike Bowditch (W.P. cricket), John van Niekerk, "Ras" Erasmus (W.P. Craven Week Schools) and Turvey also played First Team for this club. Mike English, Rufus Johnson, Dave Whitfield, Hugh Hutton and Colin Hay tread were among a host of our fellows who are with False Bay. Robin Solomon represented Western Province at Surfing. In Yachting, two Old Boys, Mike Dorer and Jeremy TownIey Johnson, were awarded their Western Province colours. In golfing circles, Gordon Bunting was selected for Western Province, and he also won the Cape Province Championship. In the inter-Provincial competitions be and his partner were tbe only Western Province representatives to reach the finals. Bruce Clark, who was a brilliant rugby centre and played cricket for Western Province Nuffield, represented Transvaal at Badminton. He bad previously played for Western Province. Roger MacFarlane once again gained a place in the Western Province Tennis side. Chris Stephens is one of many Old Boys who have played for Western Province Colts. In the academic line he has won a bursary, details of which are given in the section devoted to such achievements. Kenny Kingma is a Surf Life-Saving Springbok, and we hope to see him included in tbe next

South African team. His name is at present on tbe "short list". Brian Watson played full-back for the Western Province Under-20 team. We remember bis dad Eric playing in the same position for Villagers first team before the war. Congratulations to the family on this rather unusual "double". In bowls, Old Boys continue to keep the ball .rolling. Stan Jones has entered the lists by reaching the semi-finals of the Western Province Singles Championships. Charl.ie Scott bas been elected an Hon. Life Member of the Western Province Bowling Association for his contribution to the sport over many years. LATE NEWS David Glasser was organiser of tbe Jaycee Conference held in Cape Town in October. "Ginger" Townley Johnson was one of 路the exhibitors of cartoons in the Arts Festival. Denis Goldberg has returned to South Africa from the United Kingdom where he was employed by a London fum engaged in auctioning antiques and works of art. Jimmy Steele, after being stationed for some time at the Kimberley Branch of the Liverpool, London & Globe Insurance Company, opened a branch of tbe fi.rm at De Aar, and is now at the Port Elizabeth branch.

庐lrituar!] The Union records with regret tbe passing of the following Old Boys and extends its deepest sympathy to all who mourn their passing. Samuel M. Goodson Douglas Ogston Langridge Cyri] Joseph Youll David Graeme Powell Lt. Jack Slabber, R.A.F. Wilson Shepherd Barry Sbawzin Brian W. SeweI!.

ities regulady until advancing years restricted him to his home. In 1923 he was appointed Manager of the Provincial Insurance Co. and was the first South African-born citizen to be appointed manager of a British insurance company. In his younger days he was a keen cricketer at Cape Town Cricket Club, which he also served as secretary. Later he took up golf. Old Boys will remember him for his strong personality, his readiness to work for good causes, and for his constant interest in the School's welfare, for which he deserves our deepest gratitude.

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be sadly missed. He died a year ago in his early seventies. He left Scbool in 1913, and joined tbe South African Army when hostilities broke out in 1914. After Armistice he joined an oil company, and when he retired he took a temporary post witb a departmental store. His keenest interest was music, and for years he sang tenor in St. George's Catbedral Choir and in the Melodic Cboral Society.

of the crew collided with another and crasbed. Tbe accident occurred in England during an exercise. Jack at Scbool bad tbe reputation for being a bright, cheerful scbolar, and the sort of person wbo would relish the cballenge of an adventurous occupation. Wilson Shepherd. Wilson Shepherd left School in the late twenties and subsequently qualified as an architect. He left before the War to settle in tbe U.K. where he set up a practice. So far as we know he paid only one visit to South Africa after his departure, and be died in England a few months ago. Old Boys who remember him will recall a person of cultivated tastes, interested in music, drama and literature. He sang at concerts and acted in plays. Of Scottisb descent, be was keenly interested in tbe arts, customs and traditions of Scotland.

Cyril Joseph Youll. Cyril Youll, who died suddenly on 1st October, 1968, was a sincere, unassuming character. As a schoolboy cricketer in tbe twenties be was one of a group of outstanding exponents of the game. A left-hand slow bowler, be played for Claremont for several years and for Western Province for one fixture. He then achieved much success in the Merchants' League. Later he became an accomplished bowler. His demise came as a profound shock to the many friends who knew him in the commercial and sporting spheres.

Barry Shawzin. Barry Sbawzin died in Cape Town in April, aged about 32. He came to Wynberg as a boy of eleven or twelve from the U.S.A. After leaving he went into business for a time, but bis heart was in acting and be moved to the U.K. Here be did well in films and plays, and appeared in "Tbe Ring of Trutb", "The Figbting Cock" and in the record-breaking play of Agatba Cbristie, 'The Mousetrap". In addition to acting, he wrote scripts. His early death came as a shock to his friends, by whom he was beid in high regard.

David Graeme Powell. Graeme ("Ossie") Powell died in a Johannesburg bospital early in the year at the age of 21. This tragic event came after many years of illness which began during his schooldays. In spite of this, he participated in various school activities, including rugby and cricket. It was in the latter game that he showed most promise and in which a bright future was predicted for him. He attended Natal University with the intention of taking a B.Sc. degree in engineering but had completed only the first year when his illness prevented further study. G,raeme was one of those young men moulded from the finest clay. He was always a gentleman, friendly and considerate, and well liked by his contemporaries and by the staff. As a true sportsman he "loved the game beyond the prize". Towards the end he survived, with exemplary fortitude, two massive crises in the neuro ward of the hospital; the third was beyond his strength to endure. Tbus was extinguished a radiant light, the afterglow of which remains as a proud memory for all wbo were privileged to know him.

Brian W. Sewell. Brian Sewell was killed in tbe tragic Windhoek air disaster on 22nd April. He commenced bis schooling at Wynberg in the mid-twenties and finished at Grey College, Port Elizabeth. His natural ability at ball games impressed his coaches, and after he commenced work be achieved the rare distinction of representing Western Province at cricket, hockey and badminton. In tbe latter game he became a Springbok against England in 1948. He became a Captain in World War II and in the Middle East be often recalled rus years at Wynberg. After the war he was one of the founders of the W.P. Club hockey team, and he became a good golfer. He was General Manager of an oil company and was domiciled in Jobannesburg at the time of his demise.

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he was most unfortunate not to have represented his Province. Now a keen bowler at Plumstead. Sons were awarded Blues at School.

Back, Standing: ALWYN MCCORMICKplayed for W.P. XI, U.C.T. and Ist XI Mashonaland. U.CT. Senior Commissioned rank in Police. Executive position in Rhodesian

FIRST XI, 1929-30

Schools B.A. al B.S.A. cricket.

JACK PICKUP. Jack was a brilliant sportsman. Played for W.P. Schools XI and captained U.CT. where he played for W.P. in Provincial cricket. Played Senior Rugby for U.C.T. where he graduated with LL.B. Now practises in Vryburg. During the War he served as a Captain in an Infantry Regiment and was awarded the Military Cross for gallantry.

Middle Row: REG. WILKINSONplayed for W.P. Schools XI and opening batsman in Cape Town Cricket Club 1st XI. Town Councillor, Municipality of Simons路 town. Author of numerous short stories and regular contributor to the Press. Died in 1966. ERrc WATSON. A brilliant rugby footballer, played full-back for School and Villagers, where

JIMMY MATHEWSNR. Vice-Principal and playercoach. Played Senior Cricket for Claremont and

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provincial association-football for W.P. Member -of Wynberg A.F.C. His sons Jimmyand Hugh emulated his prowess and played Senior cricket. Hugh played for Boland and Jimmy for W.P.C.C. Active Service interrupted their careers, and the latter is coach at his old School.

Cups in W.P. Schools' rugby. At U.CT. he took his B.Sc degree. Was a Captain in the King's African Rifles in War and served in East Africa and India. Practises as a surveyor in Port Elizabeth where his keen interest is yachting. MfKE GELFAND. Brilliant fly-half in School rugby. Equally brilliant career at U.C.T., where he took his Medical degrees. In Rhodesia he continued nis work and is an acknowledged authority on Tropical Diseases with several books to his credit. Was Hon. Colonel in Rhodesian Forces during the War. Recognition came in Honours List when he was awarded Commander of the British Empire (C.B.E., Civil). This high honour is also held by A. M. Bruce-Brand, who captained the 1927 School team. Domiciled in Rhodesia, Mike is a Professor of Medicine.

GINGERTOWNLEYJOHNSONCaptained the team. Played for W.P. Schools XI Vacation Team and W.P. Cricket Club. Infantry stretcher-bearer in War with three Mentions in Despatches. Awarded Certificate of Merit for rescuing 30 persons from drowning. Member of Explorers' Club. Authorillustrator of three books. Had two sons at School with, respectively, Blues for Boxing and Cross-Country. CLIFF ASKEW played for W.P. Cricket Club as opening batsman. At U.C.T. he graduated with B.A. and B.Ed. Subsequently taught at Observatory Boys' High School until the War, when he was commissioned and seconded to the Royal Air Force. Is practising as an Industrial and Vocational Adviser. GEORGEHUMAN was a Left-handed bowler for Cape Town Cricket Club and most unfortunate not to have obtained Provincial honours. Plays bowls extremely well.

ALEC BERELOWITZwas the 'baby' of the team. He later played Senior Cricket for the Claremont Club. Absent:

HAROLDLouw. 'Oogie' was a brilliant sportsman who captained the Wynberg XI the following year. He played rugby for Villagers Senior side at a very young age and was seriously injured. Despite the loss of an eye, he somehow became a Sgt. Gunner in the S.A.A.F. during the War, and was Mentioned in Despatches. He lived in Johannesburg after hostilities, where he died some years ago.

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JOHN LlNCEY Captained outstanding School rugby teams which won the Under XV and XVII

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