Calgary - Alberta 1956-57 Editorial
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•• • • • • • • • • • • ••• • • • • •• • •••• ••• I 9 5 6 - I 9 5 7 THE YEAR BOOK OF THE PROVINCIAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & ART CALGARY - ALBERTA 1956-57 EDITORIAL The writing of the editorial for a "Tech" Year Book has something of a finality about it. As we realize that our year at P.I.T.A. is drawing to a close, it is with difficulty that we choose words to express what is in our heart. It is a well known statement that "He who sees deepest into the future looks with the realization that so much of today will never be left behind". Those who make the most of today accept these facts cheerfully; those who make little use of today reject them. At one time or another, we all experience the fact that every day well spent becomes a day of pleasant memories to which we can look back with pride from the future. This is a book of memories. To some it will mean more than to others; to me it stands as a symbol of days spent in deepest enjoyment. We cannot but appreciate the excellence of the training that we have received within these walls, under the guidance of a staff of instructors infused with an enthusiastic spirit of service. Besides, we have had an excellent opportun ity to gain valuable experience by participating in such activities as the Students' Association, the Tech-Art Record, the Emery Weal, and Athletics. In these activities we have had the opportunity to work and co-operate with others, as well as to accept responsibility and leadership, important steps in the advancement to our future careers. Through a sound student-staff relationship, the Tech-Art Record has long been one of the traditions of Tech. It is my hope that this co-operative spirit will continue to keep in stride with the rapid progress of the Institute. It is also appropriate to wish that every editor, henceforth, could have as congenial and as efficient an editorial staff in publishing future editions. To the entire editorial staff of students and instructors goes a "Thank you". My sincere hope is that, in the days to follow, and through the years to come, you may turn these pages and live again your year at "Tech". AL ANDRUCHOW, Editor. DEDICATION This issue of the Tech Art Record is dedi cated to opportunities which are available for "Prince" and for "Pauper" if they will only see. Those of us who have high ambition and who see to the future can visualize the abounding opportunities opening along the paths of the technical students of today. The Year Book editors wish to express their most sincere thanks to Mr. Clarke, Mr. Jorgensen, Mr. Yates, Mr. Overby, Mr. Blodgett, Mr. Mid dleton, Mr. Howard and ail of the students who so generously gave us their assistance in the organization, the completion and the publica tion of this book. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Message from A. 0 . Aalborg ---------------------- 6 Message from E . W. Wood ---------------------- 7 Administration Staff ----------------------------------- 8 Editorial Staff ------------------------------------------ 9 Students' Executive --------------------------------- 10 Art Department -------------------------------------- 13 Aeronautics Department ---------------------------- 19 Agricultural Mechanics ---------------------------- 25 Automotive Department ---------------------------- 31 Drafting Department -------------------------------- 3 7 Industrial Electricity ---------------------------------- 4 7 Home Economics ------------------------------------ 53 Machine Shop -------------------------------------- 59 Radio and Refrigeration --------------------------- 63 Science Department ------------------------------------ 71 Building Technology ---------------------------------- 77 Industrial Arts ------------------------------------------ 81 English Department ----------------------------------- 85 Correspondence Department ---------------------- 85 Scholarships ------------------------------------------------ 87 Sports and Activities ---------------------------------- 91 Advertising ------------------------------------------------- 109 A Message to the Students from Hon. A. 0. Aalborg MINISTER OF EDUC.AnON Education and training serve a two-fold purpose. On the one hand they provide the individual who pursues them with abilities and skills which make him a more effective, contented and prosperous person. He can have greater pride in his knowledge, his accomplishments and his contributions. But others profit also. As skilled and capable persons participate in the industrial, commercial, professional and social life of the community and the nation, they raise the level of total achievement to the advantage of all. The Institute of Technology and Art offers such education and training. The rapidly growing industries of Alberta and other provinces of Canada have made heavy demands on the school for more artisans, craftsmen and special technicians. It is with satisfaction that we see these demands met and note that industry eagerly engages "Tech" students. A program of steady expansion is being supported to provide more accommodation and facilities at the Institute. The end of this expansion is not in sight. The importance of the Provincial Institute of Technology and Art and its graduates can hardly be over-emphasized in the changing scene of Western Canada. I am very happy, therefore, to convey greetings to all students, to salute them, and to wish them every success in their chosen field. ANDERS 0. AALBORG, Minister of Education. Page 6 A Message to the Students from E. W. Wood PRINCIPAL January 17th and 27th, I 956, marked the 250th and 200th anniversaries of the birth of Benjamin Franklin and Johannes Mozart respectively. In the years which have intervened the world has changed more completely and in more different ways than in any period of at least twice its length since the beginning of recorded history. The contributions made by these two men were vastly different. Benjamin Franklin was a man of letters, a scientist and a stateman. Mozart was immortal ized by his musical compositions. In a sense, one was the complement of the other. No one would dare to distinguish between the value of the contribution of each. Who would dare to attempt to assess them? Because of the essentially technological nature of Institute courses it would be natural to assume that the interests of Institute graduates would tend to follow the scientific interests of Benjamin Franklin. In my farewell message to the graduating students of the year 1957, I should like to express the hope and wish that your development may be broad and full, and that as your lives unfold you will seek to develop and acquire cultural interests and pursuits. It is my hope that the cultural life of which Johannes Mozart was so eminent and worthy an example will, in time, hold as great an appeal for our graduates as do the tech nologies of Benjamin Franklin. Then, and not till then, will you have had a liberal education. Then and not -till then will you be prepared to take your place in a world where technology is providing the means whereby man can enjoy more leisure and enter into, as never before, the enjoyment of cultural pursuits. E. W. WOOD, Principal. Page 7 ADMINISTRATION STAFF E. W. WOOD W. A. B. SAUNDERS W. E. JAMISON J. E. LAIRD MRS. D. KENNEDY Principal Vice-Principal Director, Evening Classes Bursar M. VAN C'AMP MISS R. M. BIEN MRS. TOM BINGHAM MISS I.GILBERG MRS. N. LAMINMAN Stenographer Steno., Main Office Steno., Admin., Office MISS N. HENRIKESEN MISS E. DOWKES MRS. H. MORRIS MRS. L. A. EMMERSON J E. BRINTON MRS. A. J. OT.TVER J. P. BROWN L.A. WATSON K. GORDON MISS E. C. CODE Storekeeper Assistant Storekeeper Secretary, Main Office . Pa ge 8 YEARBOOK STAFF AL ANDRUCHOW MEL MacBETH DELI SACILOTIO ELFIE PARROTI PAUL EPP Editor Assistant Editor Art Editor Business Manager Candid Photographer MIKE GOMERY DALE HARVEY GRANT DUFF SHARON POOK S. E. OVERBY AdvertisinR Mana/leT Editorial Manager Candid Photographer Photo Editor Printing and AdvertisinR I. C. YATES F. JORGENSON S. E. BLODGETI I. MIDDLETON D. A. CLARKE Editorial Adviser Advertising Adviser Art Adviser Photo Adviser Financial Adviser G. R. HOWARTH Committee Chairmafl Page 9 FALL TERM STUDENTS' EXECUTIVE At this time it gives me great pleasure to thank all the students who voted for me and for the other members of the Executive. I would also like to thank all the students and staff for the support and assistance they have given the Executive during my term in office. It is my sincerest wish that all of you who will be graduating this year will find the jobs you choose both interesting and rewarding, that life following "Tech" becomes rich socially, spiritually and financially. DALE HARVEY, Pr('sident. SPRING TERM STUDENTS' EXECUTIVE During election week at "Tech" chaos reigns. Questions are in every one's mind. Who will be elected? Will it be a hard-working, conscientious chap, a real go-getter, or will it be one of the more loquacious types who captivates all with his brilliant campaign speech and does little else? Many benefit from these elections. The student body receives their due in well-run activities spearheaded by their Executive. But what do the Executive members themselves receive? Holding office on Students' Council is more than just an honor and a privilege: it is a golden opportunity. Where else could one obtain so much experience in public speaking and debates, or in the learning of business procedure and co-operating with others? Where else could one meet, mix, and work with so many fine young men and women? From even these small observations it is obvious who benefits the most. To the many students at Tech during the year 1955-56, I wish to extend my most sincere appreciation for granting to me the honor, privilege and golden opportunity of serving as their vice-president a nd later as their president. To the administration and staff, I extend, on behalf of the students and the Student Executive, our sincere vote of thanks for your guidance a nd direction of our many activities. Were it not for you, many of these golden opportunities would cease to exist. KEN PALMER, Pre.rident.