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SCHOOL LAYOUT, INCLUDING PEMBROKE HOUSE. Kearsney College Chronicle

Vol. 4, No. I July, 1955

ON SCHOOL MAGAZINES

I think It will be generally agreed that, except for those most intimately concerned, School Magazines would not be classified among the "best sellers". They contain none of the features which attract the common herd, not even a bathing beauty on the cover (though it's an idea). Their interest-value is very local; to the outsider, the lists of event-winners or prize-winners have the monotony of a telephone directory, and does it really matter whether we won the match or lost it? Only to those most closely concerned does it matter. What, Magazine Reader, do you look for? Let's be honest. Yes, of course. You turn over hastily to those places where your own name is likely to appear: your own name, gold-embroidered, standing there for everyone to see, if it were not for the fact that they are too busy looking for their own names. That done, what else is there of interest? Well—you already knew the results of the matches, so that is not news; the activities of your Society are known to you and of no interest to anyone else; the ' News is just a catalogue of unknown names; articles are boring, except for the writers. Yes, surely this is not a best-seller. And Old Boys? You, of course, turn to your own section, to see what news there is of your old friends, and whether the Editor has included that snappy bit of news about yourself (which you forgot to tell him). That done, a cursory glance through the school news, and the Magazine takes its honoured place on the shelf among its predecessors. As for the wider public—well, it hasn't much sex-appeal, has it?

T So you see how difficult it all is, this business of running a Magazine. There's a lot of work involved, for this booklet must be a record of the school's activities, its Minute Book, and as exciting as most Minute Books. It must aim at accuracy, it must not omit anything, it must be a "true reflection of the year's activities", and, somehow or other, it must be readable. Of course, we are not alone in this predicament. We are the fortunate recipients of a large number of magazines from schools both in and overseas. We like them; we enjoy reading them, in an impersonal sort of way; we are not really interested in the name of the fast bowler who did the hat-trick, but we enjoy the style of the writer. We are ever on the look-out for fresh ideas, both in the magazine set-up, and in the life of our school, to be derived from a study of the ideas and activities of older and greater schools than ours. A poor one is he who never learns, nor tries to. Adding up all the Magazines, and taking the average, we are left with a very fair conception of the run of life in the Average School—and, after all, that is what a magazine is supposed to give, isn't it? To begin with, ali magazine editors are faced with the same problem—how to fill up the Editorial. Their solutions come under fairly consistent headings: (I) A complaint about the scarcity of contributed articles from so large a school. (2)" I suddenly realised this morning that I hadn't written the Editorial. What shall I write about?" He had been thinking that over for weeks, and by the time he has finished wondering what to write about, the Editorial space is filled. (3) Just occasionally a little moralising on some well- accepted theme. One large school, producing its magazine every fortnight or so, begins with an essay, presumably by different students in turn. A good idea, this, if it can be worked. (4) Now and then some topical item—floods, snow. General Election, Test Match Victory, Billy Graham—is a godsend and eagerly seized upon. Once the Editorial is disposed of, we get down to brass tacks. School Notes, Examination Successes, Societies, Games, Feature Articles, Old Boys' News. The theme does not change greatly, though the amount of space allocated to each section differs. Some Magazines would be empty without the sport; others give space more generously to other things. Clubs and Societies are legion. If a school is supposed to be the world in miniature, then some of the larger schools certainly offer their pupils nearly everything that, as citizens, they are ever likely to be interested in. It is noteworthy, however, that, no matter how large the school, the attendance at any one Society is often very small; in other words, a Society is available for those who are really interested in that particular line. A Debating Society of 20 in a school of 700 boys seems a meagre proportion, but those 20 are keen. Others are attending other Societies. A good thing this. At a school like ours, with smaller numbers, either the same boys would need to attend all the meetings, or else the numbers would be too few to warrant their existence. To illustrate the variety offered, we select almost at random the following Societies and Clubs: Debating, Literary, Science, Films, Geography, History, Gramophone, French, German, Civics, Philately, Radio, Photography, Printing, Sailing, Meteorology, Farming, Cactus, Drama, Engineering, Art, Heraldry, Astronomy, Chess, Maths, Railways, Sociology. Others, too, whose titles convey little meaning to the uninitiated. Strangely enough, as far as we can see, no other school anywhere runs a Parliament. May we recommend the idea! Games and Sports? We read of the following: rugby, , soccer, hockey, athletics, , , fives, rackets, squash, shooting, fencing, , boxing. Not wrestling, it appears, though we have been told that this should be taught to every boy. These activities do not present great interest to the "outsider but to the participator they are vital. It is, however, always interesting to read accounts of the same match, as reported by rival schools. How difficult is objective truth! According to School A, their wing three-quarter made a scintillating dash, handing-off and side stepping in bewildering fashion, and finally hurling himself across the line at the corner flag. According to B, "This was followed by a try by the opposing side." Weather conditions, in general, suited the other side, particularly at cricket, and we read, of the same match, "We were perhaps unlucky not to force a draw," and "We were unlucky not to have won by a larger margin." In the older Public Schools of (and we wonder why these most private of all schools should always have been known as "public ") we find Clubs, Societies and Games which have developed traditionally, and whose titles and terminology convey little meaning to those not in the know. The Editor confesses complete ignorance as to the jargon of bowls and baseball—he still refers to the spherical articles used in bowls as" bowls", and talks about the "lawn "— but that is because he has not yet been perverted to that particular persuasion. Similarly we confess that the language of, say, the Eton Wall Game, though fully intelligible, we don't doubt, to the Etonian, bears little relationship to the English language as we know it. In that, of course, we admit our barbarism. Public School language tends to become a thing apart. Contributed items reveal a big range of literary skill. They run from unintelligible "poetry", to items presented by Jones Minor, intended to portray a cross-section of the school's literary life—but not necessarily raising the literary standard of the magazine. Many Editors, like your own, find that squeezing blood out of a stone is a childish diversion compared with the problem of squeezing articles out of a school. Our own opinion has always been that an item, if It is to be printed, should be reasonably good, and not too Jones- Mi nor-l ike. The Old Boys' Section features prominently in all magazines. In the older and larger schools, whose Old Boys run into thousands, it is obvious that the garnering and collating of Old Boys' information is somebody's full-time job. In our case it lies a good deal in the hands of your Editor, who has another full-time job as well! On one thing all Editors agree. The compilation of a school magazine is no easy task. It cannot properly be started until the term is ended, and that makes it a holiday task. So please don't shoot the Editor—he is doing his best. Hurrah! We have filled up the Editorial. Hands up all those who have read it.

MAGAZINES

We acknowledge the regular receipt of Magazines from the following schools, with apologies for any unintentional omissions: South Africa: Boys' High, Durban Girls' High, Durban Girls' College, Glenwood, Epworth, Girls' High, Maritzburg, Hilton College, - house, , Kingswood College, Mansfield, Northlands, Port Natal, St. John's High, Maritzburg. England: Ampleforth Abbey, Aldenham, Blundells, Charterhouse, Culford, Downside, Dulwich, Eton, Felsted, Kingswood, Leys, Loretto (Scotland), Monkton Coombe, Marlborough, Oundle, Perse, Queen's College Taunton, Shrewsbury, Sedbergh, St. Bees, St. Paul's, Westminster, Taunton, Yorkshire Residential School for the Deaf, Doncaster, Cheltenham.

SCHOOL NOTES

In common with other schools, we had our sporting programme of the first term wrecked by the polio epidemic. A promising and keen cricket side had all matches cancelled except one; the athletic sports and the swimming gala had also to be written off. In fact the swimming bath was not in use during the whole summer, a tantalising state of affairs during the hot season. The absence of all competitive activity was accepted philosophically, but we hope that the new polio vaccine will prevent any recurrence of this state of affairs. The new classrooms came Into use from the beginning of the year. Not only are they a great boon in themselves, but they have put an end to the use of common rooms or other odd places for teaching purposes, and have centralised the classroom work.

Meanwhile Pembroke House rises before our eyes. An aerial diagram elsewhere in this magazine shows its proportions. Older readers of this magazine will appreciate the fact that Pembroke House will be larger than the whole school as we once knew it. In spite of the diligence involved in its erection, we imagine that it may be touch and go whether it will be ready for the beginning of 1956. Mr. Viljoen left us in February to continue studies at Stellen- bosch—but we are glad to be spared the writing of his" obituary ", for we are delighted to hear that he will be returning to us next year. The presentation of "The Tempest" was a great success. Shakespeare cannot be adequately staged without an infinite amount of pain, and no trouble was spared by all involved, to offer a produc tion reminiscent of the polish of those far-off days. We congratulate them. We congratulate J. R. Tedder on his University J.C. bursary, implying that he came within the first score in the country. An honour achieved two years in succession. What about a hat-trick, present J.C.? Looking back now from the security of the dry season, we have lost something of the violence of our summer feelings—but never have we known such weather. Thunderstorms, hailstorms, wash- aways, floods, followed one another day after day, until the daily Press had exhausted its store of epithets and interjections. We at school chafed at conditions which kept us within the buildings for so long that we had almost forgotten just where the playing fields were, if and when they were visible through the mists and under the lakes. Congratulations to A. C. Cantrell for winning first prize (Junior) In the Essay Competition organised by the S.P.C.A. Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Storm took their leave this year, Mr. Storm for the first term and Mr. Hopkins for the second. In their places we offered a cordial welcome to Mrs. Tedder and Mrs. Burger respectively. It may not appear of major importance, but the repainting of the classrooms, fitting of picture rails, and hanging of attractive pictures, have greatly improved the sightliness of these rooms. We offer our most sincere sympathies to J. C. Young, whose father was killed in a car crash, and to R. G. Wilkins, whose mother passed away after long illness, and to J. Crookes, who lost his father during the holidays. Eighty-three exhibits, largely from the junior boys, were entered for the Natal Hobbies and Crafts Exhibition, in July. These com prised, mostly, paintings and woodwork.

EXAMINATION RESULTS

Matriculation: 1st Class: Deenik, L. Z., Ellison, C. R., (Maths), Erasmus, K. W., Hewitt, P. H., Mealln, M. E., Mudle, J. D. (Maths, Science), Rindel, R. 2nd Class: Alberts, J. J., Beatty, D., Bradshaw, J. M,, Daniel, P. K., Francois, P.T., Goodricke, J. R. D., Gray, R, T. A., Kyle, D. L., Murdoch, D. S., Roberts, D. C., Rodda, P. G., Schermbrucker, W. G., Simkins, P., Simpson, M. J. N., Taylor, J. W. 3rd Class: Barker, J. S., Cullingworth, C. C., du Toit, P., Moffitt, R. School Leaving Certificate: 2nd Class: Bull, J. R., Odeii, T. M., 3rd Class: Hunt, J. A., Khaled, P. W., Mcilwralth, R. B., Theunissen, D. W. Junior Certificate: 1st Class: First Division: *J. R. Tedder (University Bursary): 1st Class: *Baynash, P. i., *Benporath, D. W., Bentley, J. J., *Black, D. P., *Cohen, S., *Deenik, D., Foxon, C. C., Hayward, N. W.T., Henderson, A., Hoad, A. J. W., *Moses, C. R., *Murray, B. G. P., Nelems, J. M., Otter, G. J. *Perry, D. H., Richards T. D., Russell, P. R., *Schruer, A. R.. *Silburn, M. D. W., *Simpson, F. S., *Timm, H. K., *Voysey, R. W. *ProYinclal Bursaries. 2nd Class: Besson, E. H., Chambers, B. S., Joubert, H. R., Kukle, E. H., Lefson, J. W., Manning, M. E., McDougall, B., Pearce, R. N., Richardson, R. C., Spiers, R. A., Swinton, M. B., Young, D. M. 3rd Class: Beckett, H., Chaplin, A. H., Dowdle, A. P., Fisher, L. H., Haworth, G. H., Hendry, R. R., Lamb, D. G., McKeown, A. J., Miller, M. F., Murgatroyd, L. H., Robb, W. S., Timm, R. G., Winder, J. D., Young, I. C., Parkes, R. A.

Appointments

School Prefects: E. A. Fearnhead, Head (F.), B. L. Cohen (G.), S. B. A. Longhurst (M.) House Prefects: E. A. Fearnhead, V. C. Milne, J. C. Pettit, P. J. Ryan (F.); B. L. Cohen, N. L. Cross, C. J. Dukes, U. G. Groom (G.); S. B. A. Longhurst, C. C. Groenewald (M.); T. A. Polkinghorne, D. G. Cox, D. F. Perry (J). Library: W. A. Whitward, D. W. Francis, V. H. Dawes. Bell: H. Beckett. Gestetner: D. Deenlk. Projector: J. C. Pettlt. Chapel Committee: T. A. Polklnghorne, J. C. Pettlt, A. J. Hoad, H. K. TImm. Circulars: D. Perry, C. Foxon. Cricket Captain: U. G. Groom. Rugby Captain: S. B. A. Longhurst. Shooting Captain: J. C. Pettlt. Tennis Captain: P. Court. Drum-Major: G. H Haworth.

VALETE 1954

J. J. Alberts (52), H. B. Arney (54). J. S. Barker (49), F. E. S. Borgwardt (50), G. S. Brown (50), J. M. V. Bradshaw (49), D. Beatty (51), J. R. M. Bull (51), G. Bruce (53), C. C. Culllngworth (51), J. M. Copeland (53), B. Colley (54 to Feb., 55), P. K. Daniel (SI), L. Z. Deenlk (51), P. du Tolt (51), L. D. de Vaal (53), C. R. Ellison (51), K. W. Erasmus (52), E. J. Frick (50), H. C. Fraser (49), P. T. Francois (52), J. R. D. Goodrlcke (50), R. T. A. Gray (51), D. W. Harvey (50), P. H. Hewitt (51), J. A. Hunt (51). P. D. Houston (51), R. R. Hendry (54), S. Harwood (53), A. J. E. Howarth (53), P. W. Khaled (48), B. W. King (50), D. L. Kyle (51), B. Lightening (S3), M. E. Mealln (49), M. F. Miller (49 to Easter, 55), R. B. Mcllwralth (50), R. Moffitt (50), R. I. McLeod (51), D. S. Murdoch (51), J. D. Mudie (51), I. McLauchlan (51 to Easter, 55), T. M. Odell (51), S. M. Osier (53), M. PIgg (51), R. N. Pearce (52), F. C. R. Rowe (48), A. D. Rowe (50), P. G. Rodda (49), R. Rlndel (51), D. L. Roberts (51), M. J. N. Simpson (49), P. R. SImklns (51), D. H. Slabbert (54, to Easter, 54), W. G. Schermbrucker (54), D. W. Theunlssen (49), R. F. Tolken (50), J. W. Taylor (51), E. E. Todd (51), D. H. A. Vallntlne (51), T. W. Woodhouse (52), D. M. Young (51), J. H. Chaplin (62 to June, 55), J. A. K. Munro (54 to June, 55), A. R. Spiers (53 to June, 55), A. G. Hornby (54), R. Service (54).

SALVETE 1955

R. G. Brown (Day, Emberton), N. E. Bayman (Durban), H. Brand (WItzles Hoek), G. J. Colllngwood (), M. D. Cohen (Johannesburg), J. Dacam (Grahamstown), C. D. Gray (Vryheid), M. J. Holme (Johannesburg), R. G. Holmes (EmpangenI), A. D. Kapp (RIvervlew), F. W. Malnzer (Durban), H. E. Middleton (Marltzburg), J. B. Otten (Johannesburg), R. J. Panton (Johannesburg), D. van den Heever (Vryheid), P. H. Arnold (Lusaka), J. G. Brown (Durban), R. Bonella (Day, Botha's Hill), A. E. Bath (Carletonville), N. J. Blackburn (Day, Botha's Hill), P. R. Barnett (Germiston), A. Cantrell (Day, ), D. W. Cross (Marltzburg), J. L. Crookes (Umlaas Road), M. G. Ellis (Kokstad), D. L. B. Evans (Tongaat), T. G. Goodrlcke (Westvllle), J. M. Halnes (Kitwe), J. L. I. Hargreaves (Johannes- burg), P. M. Henderson (Kokstad), P. R. H. Jardlne (Durban), C. S. Keen (Bula- wayo), G.J. Law (left at Easter, Durban), L. M. Lewin (Sea View), J. S. Lacy(Durban.) R. V. H. Lund (Wlnterton), O. R. Lund (Winterton), N. V. LIddell (Clarens), P. Lacon-Allin (Hill Crest), G. A. Langton (OribI Flats), C. J. Molyneux (Durban), N. MacDonald (Port Shepstone), T. H. Moffett (Marltzburg), M. J. S. MacKay, S. M. Nalson (Durban), L. B. H. Nightingale (GInglndhlovu), D. P. D. Smart (Day, HIM Crest), D. B. Smith (Durban North), J. D. Simpson (Durban North), M. J. Stewart (Durban North), G. Stead (Durban), T. D. Syminton (Salisbury), J. Stockil (WInterton), P. M. Talmage-Rostron (Westvllle), T. W. Thompson (Verulam), L. H.Turvey(Gouda), A. van der Post(Durban), D. R. Woods(Johannes burg), P. E. A. Watson (Bergvllle), A. L. Walsh (Day, Bothas Hill), C. B. Wither- spoon (Westvllle), A. M. Webber (Isipingo), I. G. Wiseman (Umfolosi).

CHAPEL NOTES

On the first Sunday of the second term a service for the Recog nition of New Members was held and we were honoured to have welcomed eighteen boys into full membership of the Methodist Church. The Sacrament of Communion was administered during the Service and over 120 members of the congregation knelt in front of the Lord's Table in the presence of the whole School. This was indeed an inspiring witness of Faith, and it contributed greatly to the impressiveness of this important Service. We were glad to welcome many parents and friends of the boys most intimately concerned in this occasion. Their presence gave an added warmth and significance that we much appreciated. It was a Service from which all derived encouragement and inspiration. The serving of morning tea afterwards on the lawns in front of the Hall provided our visitors with a welcome opportunity of exchanging greetings with the President and the Headmaster and Staff.

We are grateful to Mr. and Mrs. R. Leslie and family of Kloof, who have presented a Baptismal Font to the Chapel in memory of "a beloved son and brother", Roy Leslie (1946-50), who was kilied in a motor-cycle accident in January last year. The Font was dedi cated in a short but impressive ceremony at the beginning of the Sunday morning Service on June 26th and the Leslie family were in the congregation. Mr. Oram, Roy's Housemaster while he was at Kearsney, recalled memories of this happy youngster and paid tribute to his character and his love for the School, and our Chaplain read a prayer of Dedication composed for the occasion. The Font is a beautiful piece of craftmanship and is completely in keeping with the dignity of the Chancel.

A notable event of the first term was the visit of the Pinetown Civic Choral Society on the evening of Sunday, March 27th, to sing an abridged version of Handel's Messiah under their conductor Mr. J. van Zyl who also sang the bass solos. The other soloists were Mavis Jackson, soprano; Uriel de Villiers, contralto: Derek Grady, tenor. Mr. Leonard Pearce played the accompaniments on

8 the organ with great artistry and effect. The performance was thoroughly enjoyed and many visitors from the neighbourhood attended. We are very grateful indeed to the ladies and gentlemen who gave us this great pleasure, and we hope that they will be able to visit us again. The opportunity to hear choral singing on the scale of the classical Oratorios certainly ought to appear occasionally in the programme of general cultural education. An innovation this year has been the holding of Congregational practices on two Sunday evenings a term. The School has responded well, and several new have been learned, have" caught on" and are now established favourites. Old Boys who read these notes might like to suggest that their own congregations try the following from the Methodist Book, for they have been very successful here: Nos. 29, 64 and 632. Mr. R. T. Polkinghorne was one of our visitors to the Recognition Service mentioned at the beginning of these notes, and his obser vant eye remarked that the vacant space behind the pews had been filled with chairs to accommodate the extra members of the congre gation. He thought the chairs looked most unseemly, and asked that twelve additional pews should be ordered at his cost, so that the dignity of the nave should no longer be spoiled on special occa sions. The pews have been ordered and Mr. Polkinghorne's cheque for well over £400 has been received. We are very grateful indeed to him for his generosity and for his care for the interior appearance of the Chapel, whose building he originally inspired. Such unasked- for gifts are a great encouragement to those who are entrusted with the maintenance of the Chapel and the reverence of the worship offered there.

ORGAN RECITALS

Two Recitals were given each term and some fine music was heard. Attend ances from the School have been disappointing, and it certainly seems a pity that more boys do not avail themselves of the opportunities given them to hear some of the classical and lighter works written for the instrument, as well as the solo and choral singing that have been included in the programmes. February 20th: Mr. G. M. Oram. Prelude and Fugue in G (Bach); A song Of Sunshine (Hollins); Gavotte in D minor (Martini); Postlude on "Hanover" (Hinton); Melody in E and Prelude in C sharp minor (Rachmaninoff). March 13th: Mr Herbert Williams. Fantasia on "St. Anne" (Harris); Prelude on "Crimond " (Rowley); Toccata from Suite Gothique (Beollmann); and with Mrs. Williams at the Piano splendid renderings of Caesar Franck's Symphonic Variations and Handel's Concerto No. 4 in F. May 15th: Mr. J. C. Hodgson (). Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor (Bach); Caprice in B flat (Guilmant); A Song of Sunshine (Hoiiins); Allegro Marziale (Greenhili). June 12th: Mr. G. M. Oram and the Cookson Armitage Ladies' Choir. Prelude and Fugue in D (Bach); Trumpet Minuet (Hollins); Grand Choeur in D (Guilmant). The Choir gave enjoyable renderings of" My Heart Ever Faithful" and "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" (Bach) and songs by Schubert, Mendelssohn and Handel.

THE TEMPEST'

The average layman—and your writer is a very average layman —must often wonder why Shakespeare is still a "winner," in face of the competition provided by so many other playwrights, both ancient and modern. His plots are thin and unsubtle, his humour is coarse, there is little "action," and, of course, his language is such that much of what he says is not literally understood. In fact, Shakespeare's plays need to be studied. Any examinee will tell you that after a year of research at a Shakespearian Play he Is perhaps beginning to understand what it all means. At a first reading little sense may be conveyed. There is an impression of grandeur; one admits the magnitude of the brain behind it all; but taken line by line, it is difficult stuff. Yet Shakespeare remains popular as ever, and not merely among the highbrows. It is an interesting theme, not to be pursued here. Of one thing, however, we are certain, and that is that Shakespeare must be be well presented if he is not to be a failure. There can be no half-measures—no improvisations, no insincerity, no tame and unfeeling recitals of words. The language, which so often reads ponderously and unintelligibly, must be brought alive by the fire and vigour of the actors. That is why the heaviest of plays, when put on at the Old Vic, becomes alive and vital. And that is why a school production can be so dismal a failure. Putting on a Shake speare play is always a chancy affair, unless one has perfect confidence in the quality of at least the leading actors. We have seen amateur performances that have been embarrassingly poor and which, we feel sure, the author would not have countenanced. We congratulate our Dramatic Society therefore on tackling Shakespeare again; the more so as the senior school lacks the acting quality so evident last year. The producer, Mr. Glass (and are we to believe that this is the first play he has produced?) spared neither himself nor his cast, and most commendably did all play their part. We are not among those critics who write up everything as "perfect", "unsurpassable" and "flawless", for to write thus is of no value to anyone. But we cannot look back on "The Tempest" and say

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As in many Shakespearian plays, the success must in some degree depend upon the quality of a central character, and we were most fortunate in having Prospero portrayed by one whose acting is now of professional standard—Mr. Rutherford-Smith. His presence dominated the stage. He projected himself into his part so thoroughly that every unconscious movement was that of a digni fied elderly man. He never faltered throughout and every emotion came from within himself; nothing was artificial. It was a fine performance. The long scene with Miranda, which reads heavily In the book, was made alive for us and passed almost too quickly— a test of convincing acting. Miranda, so graciously played by Miss Cross, played second fiddle admirably to Prospero, and sighed sweetly in her love for Ferdinand.

There were parts In the play which were dUTicult to make *' alive ". While the king and his followers were on the stage, one's attention was not held to quite the same degree. At a guess, one would say that Antonio had a part second only in length to that of Prospero—and what an admirable voice he has; but his part was difficult and without action. Alonzo, Sebastian, and Gonzalo were in like category: there was much talking, and good talking, and never a hesitation. But when one looks back, it Is not these charac- whom one best remembers. After Prospero we think of Stephano and Trinculo; they provided action and light relief, and some very clever acting. Stephano's reactions to the bottle were almost too real to be completely without experience. We hope he will pursue his acting, if not the bottle. We think of Ariel,—here, there and everywhere. Now too big for his sprightly part, but an obvious choice, for his singing voice. He gave a well-varied and pleasant performance. We think of unhappy and mis-shapen Caliban, ever grovelling and tormented, a piteous creature. We think, too, of Ferdinand—and could there ever have been a more doleful lover? His most passionate speeches would have done credit to the most experienced undertaker. Nor, too, can we forget the light and tripping femininity provided In the Masque by Iris, Ceres, and Juno, so kindly "lent" to us by St. Mary's School. Their speeches we could barely understand, but the Impression was pleasing, and a contrast to friends Caliban and Stephano.

11 There were others, too, but they cannot all be mentioned. Perhaps it Is well to be reminded that stage "props", clothing, lighting and make-up, do not all just "happen There are con structive and guiding hands behind all these things. To Mr. Metcalf, who was O.C. stage, and to Mr. Quarmby, who not only trained the singers but composed all the music himself, we offer our especial congratulations, and to the ladies and others who helped with the clothing and make-up we extend our sincere thanks. We hope that one and all will be on hand again this time next year! J.F.R.

Dramatis Personae

Alonzo, King of Naples Moses Ferdinand, son to Alonzo Head Sebastian brother to Alonzo Cox Prospero, rightful Duke of Milan , Mr. Rutherford-Smith Miranda, daughter to Prospero Margaret Cross Antonio, brother to Prospero Milne Gonzalo, honest old Counsellor Longhurst Adrian \ .. Chalmers Francisco f { McKeown Trinculo, a jester Simpson Stephano, a drunken butler Parkes Moster of the ship Benporath Boatswain VVinder C Hay ward J Black Mariners j Foxon TImm Caliban, a savage and deformed slave Pettit Ariel, an airy spirit Swinton Iris Bridget Hopkins Ceres Barbara Hooker Juno Christabel Harris Spirits attendant on Prospero Homer, Lowe Hayward Mudie, Simpson, Blackburn, Hargreaves, r Brown and Gray Stage hands and lighting crew Voysey, Murray, Robb, Neiems, Chambers, Cunningham Sets built and painted by Chalmers, Hermanson, Coggin, and the Stage Hands Sound Effects Hayward, Black. Properties Benporath PrompterjCall boy Foxon and Timm Stage Manager Mr. Metcalf Music composed by Mr. R. Quarmby Producer Mr. Glass Costumes loaned by the Natal Schools Theatre Organisation Spotlights loaned by the Dramatic Society The Producers wish to acknowledge with gratitude the valuable help given them by many friends, particularly by the ladles of the Natal Schools Theatre Organisation, without whose efforts the production would not have been possible in its present form. DRAMATIC CLUB

Interest In the drama during the last half-year has not been confined to our own production of "The Tempest". Fortunate parties of boys were able to see three other Shakespearian plays staged by amateur societies in Natal.

At the end of March we saw "Romeo and Juliet" produced by the University of Natal Dramatic Society in . This group has a long history of first-rate achievement behind it, and we were treated to a polished and understanding rendering of Shakespeare's lines, coupled with a fluent movement of the action, both qualities primary to the success of any play. We were pleased to see old boys Denis Roberts and Peter Rodda, who were prominent in last year's" Macbeth" here, with their feet on the bottom rung of the University Society's ladder. May they have further happy associations with the stage there.

Another production of quality which we saw was Michael- house's "Twelfth Night", a few days after our own "Tempest". Our hardworked cast were able to sit back and watch other school boys in action, and no doubt their criteria were considerably refined by their own recent experience. We all thoroughly enjoyed the production, and, happily, discussion afterwards was brisk and intelligently critical, with free comment on the merits and alleged demerits of the play.

Towards the end of term another party visited Northlands High School in Durban to see their production of "Macbeth". Armchair critics were we all on this occasion, but perhaps better qualified than most after our own toil and travail last year. "Mac beth" is no easy task for an inexperienced society: this was North land's first production, and unhappily they made rather heavy weather of it. As another sign of the increasing interest in dramatic work in Natal schools it is, however, to be welcomed with enthus iasm. Those eccentrics among us who consider dramatic productions to be at least as important as any other extra-curricular activity cannot be but delighted at this revival of interest in the stage. For too long has Shakespeare ("by Verity"!) been the schoolboy's anathema; the schoolboy's delight is fast becoming Shakespeare (by schoolboys). All power to this new Renaissance!

13 But .. . just as every schoolboy has developed keenly critical views on rugby and cricket, and just as every school is dissatisfied at fielding anything but the very best it can muster on the playgro und, so should no boy and no school be easily put off by anything but the highest standards on the stage. Nothing which is not of the fittest can expect long to survive. It is up to us to try to present plays which will arouse interest and pleasure by their sheer merit. To expect a person to appreciate something because it is "culture " without making manifest its qualities is an attitude we can no longer endure. R. R.-S.

KEARSNEY PARLIAMENT

OFFICE NAME Hon. Member for speaker J. F. keece Esq. Krugersdorp Deputy Speaker T. A. Poikinghorne Natal (North Coast) Secretary E. S. C. Schreuder Maritzburg (District) Prime .Minister J. T. Giles Beaufort West Leader of Opposition V. H. Dawes Cato Manor Publicity Officer A. J. W. Hoad Humansdorp Deputy Prime Minister and Minister External Affairs S. B. A. Longhurst Windhoek Minister Finance, Commerce and Mines S. Cohen Vereeniging Minister Transport, Posts and Telegraphs N. W.T. Hayward Berlin (E. Prov.) Minister Education, Arts and Science D. Deenik Kroonstad Minister Defence and Labour D. Benporath Rustenburg Minister Health and Social Service J. A. Cunningham Schmidt's Drift Minister Justice C. R. Moses Bioemfontein (Sentraai) Minister Lands, Agriculture and Food J. C. Pettit Wakkerstroom Deputy Leader of Opposition A. R. Schruer Zululand

Progrannme llt/i February: Election of Officers 25th February; Government motion, proposed by the Minister of Justice;" That it shall not be a mitigating factor but an aggravating one to be under the influence of alcohol when committing an offence." Motion carried. llth March: Government motion, proposed by the Prime Minister: "That South Africa should be a police-run state." Motion lost.

14 2Sth March: Cross-bench motion, proposed by the Member for Marltzburg Wembley (J. A. H. Lowe): "That the curricula of secondary schools be adapted to prepare pupils purely for their adult occupation." Motion lost. 6th May: Government motion, proposed by the Minister for Education: "That the best interests of African education will be served if the Government takes control of Native Schools." Motion carried. 17th June: Opposition motion, proposed by the Member for Constantia (F. Simpson): "That International Communism is preferable to a third world war." Motion lost.

The Parliament has been as well patronised as last year, but the Sixth Form leadership and the quality of speaking has not been comparable with that of a year ago. Nor, as a whole, has there been the maturity of opinion or dignity of procedure. Neverthe less a good following of Fifth and Fourth Formers promises well for the continued success of this Society. Government defeats should have led to their resignation—a course which they refused to follow, on the grounds that the oppo sition were not capable of stepping into their shoes. As usual the Cabinet Ministers were subjected to a barrage of questions, ranging from matters of world-wide moment to the origin of fingerprints in the evening's butter. These questions were dealt with adequately and firmly. Debating never rose to Ciceronian heights. Most fluent perhaps was the Prime Minister who, however, had a habit of going on, like the brook, and produced a soporific effect. Perhaps the best subject matter, though not the best delivery, came from the Minister of Education in his presentation of the Bantu Education Act. Speakers must realise that they win votes not only by the material in their speeches, but by the fiery and impassioned manner in which they are delivered. There is not much electricity in a lightning-flash, but it can hit uncommonly hard! Nevertheless, the speaker and the listeners are all benefited if the speaker has gone to some pains to find something really worthwhile to say. Unfortunately, the Society's meetings were sadly interfered with by a number of other functions—the S.A.B.C. Concert, "The Tempest", the Free Week End, and then the Examination pressure. This reduced the second term's meetings to two, plus a most inter esting talk by Mr. K. Sutler-Gore, on "Public Speaking ".

15 AFRIKAANSE VEREENIGING

Al hoewel die jaar met 'n klelner ledetal as gewoonllk begin bet, is ons dankbaar om te kan berig dat hierdie klein bende meer as vergoed bet biervoor deur bulle getroue bywoning van die ver- gaderings en bul bereid-willigbeid om te v^erk. Ons baal die boed af vir bierdie klein klompie getroues en wil die vurige boop ultspreek dat bulle moeite beloon sal word.

Bestuur vir 1955:— President: S. G. Osier, M.A. Vise-Presidente: Mnre. J. W. Storm en G. E. Burger. Voorsitter: B. Coben. V/se-Vbors/tter; G. Green. Sekretaris: D. Deenik. Bykomende Lede: C. Moses en E. Coetzee.

Werksaamhede 24 Februarie: Kiesing van nuwe bestuur vir 1955. 4 Maart Debat: ,, Dat die getroude lewe nie te verkies is bo die ongs- troude lewe nie." Stemming 14—12 ten gunste van die mosie. 18 Maart Toneellesing: „ As die nefie kom kuier." Die deelnemers was: B. Cohen, S. Cohen, D. Benporath, D. Homer en I. Chalmers. 29 April: Debat: „ Dat dagskool beter is as kosskool." Stemming 17—4 ten gunste van die mosie. 20 Mei: Onvoorbereide toesprake. 24 Junie: Debat: „ Dat dit beter sou wees om blind te wees as doof." Uitslag van stemming gelykop. G. E. B.

CHOIR

Tbe four sections of tbe cboir are far from balanced, either in quality or in tbe ability to read and memorize parts, witb a result tbat mucb more repetition bas been necessary for tbe altos and basses tban for tbe trebles and tenors. Tbere are a few good voices among trebles and altos; tbe tenors are, by our own standards, tbe best we bave bad for some years; tbe basses bave a sufficient volume of tone, but completely lack confidence and bave no-one to lead tbem.

16 The sacred work has been almost entirely devoted to the very laborious learning of simple hymn-parts. How different It would be if more of the singers could read music. In addition new tunes were learned, with some success, and by the half-year the choir was rendering "Come let us join our cheerful songs" In spirited. If not In fervent, fashion. On the secular side the choir has been chiefly occupied In practising two four-part songs—"Country Gardens" and "The Pilgrim's Chorus ". In truth not much to show for two terms' work, but we dare to hope that even the most unmusical are learning something for which, In later years, they will be grateful.

PERCUSSION BAND

For most part of this term the band has been struggling with one of the Hungarian Dances of Brahms. After the easy-going Minuets and Andantes of the first term, the wild, syncopated gipsy rhythms of Brahms have taken so much rehearsal time that had the performers been members of the Musicians' Union, one feels they would have been on strike long ago! However, If they are not yet playing with quite the rhythm of gipsies, they are playing with abandon, and the bangs, crashes, claps and tinkles, even If they are not always suggestive of Brahms' Hungarian Dances, at least help to give the impression of a Budapest Fair on Market Day. In spite of the above remarks, the writer Is pleased with the performers; they have the honour of being the only school band that has progressed as far as the Hungarian Dances!

S.A.B.C. CONCERT

On Friday, the 13th of May, we had the great delight of another visit from the S.A.B.C. Choir, with Its conductor, Mr. Leonard Pearce. This time their programme was a secular one, given In the School Hall.

17 Something unfortunate had to happen on the 13th, which was also a Friday, and sure enough it did—the iights failed, and when the choir arrived we were parading the grounds with lamps and candles wondering how on earth we were going to provide them with sufficient light to read their words and music. However, by eight o'clock the Hall was looking like an eighteenth century concert- room, and with the aid of two powerful pressure lamps—which almost asphyxiated the basses at the back, but nevertheiess gave good light—the concert was able to take place. We heard fine singing of sea songs, drinking songs, foik songs and ballads but, owing to the heavy stage curtaining, the singing lost the resonance which was so pronounced in the Chapel. Attractive solo songs were given by Miss Joan Hoimes, soprano, and Mr. Louis Kearney, tenor, most beautifully accompanied by Mr. Pearce. The tenor solo, "The Dear Little Girl", was specially enjoyed by the boys and, from their point of view perhaps we shall mention the choir's singing of "The Zulu Warrior" as an encore. The piano solos— Rondo Capriccioso of Mendelssohn and Chopin's Fantasie Impromptu —by Miss Pamela Loudon, also added to the evening's enjoyment. We are grateful to Mr. Pearce and this happy group of musicians; we always look forward to their visits to Kearsney.

VIENNA BOYS' CHOIR CONCERT

Fifty boys and eleven adults from the school joined 2,000 school children in the City Haii, Durban on the 10th of June, for a matinee performance by the Vienna Boys' Choir. Knowing, from past experience, of the excellence of this choir we left for Durban with high expectations of a full and enjoyable programme. We are sorry to relate that we came back disappointed —some of us, who had not heard this choir before, with an inferior impression of its quality—because, instead of the iong repertoire of delightfui singing, we were given twenty minutes of song and twenty-five minutes of operetta, presented in a spirit which was far from inspiring. How could this have been arranged except by an organisation which was more concerned with the profits than in giving schoolchildren a feast of music to remember?

The moral for the future seems to be that if we wish to hear visiting artists and companies giving the best of their art, then we must attend full evening performances—anything is good enough for schools!

18 FINNINGLEY FANTASY

We welcomed Mr. Glass back to the fold this year. He spent 1954 at the University of Natal, In Pletermarltzburg, and we con gratulate him on a successful year of study In B.A. Honours In History. In this utilitarian age, It Is good that there are those who still pursue knowledge for Its own sake. (Some few budding mathematics scholars will appreciate the unalloyed joy of the successful solution of a rider. This Is the type of satisfaction the scholar enjoys so richly. A cricketer knows It, too, but In a lesser degree, when he scores a chanceless century or two!) The House prefects this year are Fearnhead, Milne, Pettit and Ryan. In their hands there has been a happy atmosphere pervading Finningley. Some amongst us are still so young, however, that our enjoyment of life must needs be expressed vociferously. Civilised man, a rarity In our times. Is one the tenor of whose way Is marked by a quiet enjoyment and appreciation of life, and a constant appre ciation of the rights, peace and well-being of his fellows. We congratulate "Spud " Ryan on his inclusion In the Natal Schools' XV. He has brought honour to the School and to Finning ley. We are not unappreclative of his modest ways, and rejoice that he has been so rewarded. The House has been well represented In the School first teams. In the academic field we hold our own. It was pleasing that one of our members was awarded five distinctions In the Junior Certificate examination In December last.* We congratulate J. Mudie, of Gllllngham, Dux in 1954. We hope to see this honour return to Finningley In the near future. There has been considerable activity in hobbies amongst the boys. Some very good boats, model yachts and planes and full-scale ski boats and Hawaiian boards (" wine" boards to the boys). We all look forward to the Annual Athletic Sports, this year to be held in September. We trust, too, that the swimming bath will be in commission once more when the weather warms up. We wish Sister Anderson" bon voyage" on her trip to England for a well-earned holiday. We thank her for her constant care of our bodily needs. We have had a fairly good bill of health, and, mercifully, escaped all epidemics. Many boys—probable appren tices to wItch-doctorIng—land themselves in trouble through their attempts to doctor their own cuts and abrasions. When will *R. Tedder, the son of the Finningley Housemaster!—Ed.

19 they learn that these should be attended to at once by Sister's expert hand, not their own grubby one? Mrs. Sambrook will hold the fort during Sister Anderson's absence. To her we extend a hearty welcome. We trust she will find the South African boy a helpful and considerate fellow. Our thoughts and good wishes will be with Mr. Quarmby whilst he Is undergoing treatment In Grey's Hospital early In July. We hope that he will be permanently benefited by It. The "new look" In the dormitories In their pastel shades came as a surprise to the old hands on their return In February. They (the dormitories!) look fresh and restful. Pembroke House Is to be a very near neighbour. The walls are slowly rising. Some not-so-old Old Boys are already remarking on the changing face of Kearsney. We look forward to the time when our House contests will be triangular.

SCIENTIFIC SOCIETY

Lecture by Dr. H. Campbell Dr. Campbell was kind enough to come up to the College on 26th May to give us a lecture on his travels in the interests of research In wild bird-life. He took us with him to the wild, uninhabited St. Kiida Island off the North West coast of the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. While showing us some magni ficent coloured slides, he talked about the Island and the birds that are found there,e.g. the Fulmar Petrel, the comical Puffins, the Cormorants and many others. Other facts which he passed on were both amusing and informative. Dr. Camp bell showed us some photographs of the amazing scenery of the Island, one of which was a cliff which rose sheer out of the sea for 1,500 feet, with huge Atlantic rollers, 100 feet or more high, beating against its foot. The second part of the talk took us on an expedition to Inhambane estuary in Portugese East Africa. Dr. Campbell gave us a full description of the country side through which the party travelled. Again the slides of this region were excellent, showing great detail. There were some very picturesque scenes of dhows on the river at Inhambane. These dhows are, in reality, the "taxis" of the area. Dr. Campbell concluded his lecture with some beautiful scenic slides of the East Coast and its peoples. A.F.

20 HIGH-FIDELITY REPRODUCTION

People who listen to gramophone records are no longer satisfied with the sound reproduction of the conventional radiogram, and this has brought on to the market new high-fidelity apparatus designed to eliminate much of the dis tortion of the old-style equipment and provide the listener with considerably more realism. On 7th May, by the kind offices of one of Kearsney's neighbours. Col. Knights- Trench, the school was given a demonstration of the latest high-fidelity record player and also of a first-rate tape recorder. Earlier in the day recordings were made in the Chapel of organ music played by Mr. Gram and a piano solo by A. Hoad. These were played to the School in the evening and were notable for their clarity and realism. Mr. Peter Barnett gave a most interesting short talk tracing the history of gramophone development from the earliest cylindrical records, through the conventional wax discs played on the horn-style gramophone and the domestic radiogram, up to the present day long-playing records reproduced on the high- fidelity equipment. All this was excitingly illustrated by a wide variety of recordings of orchestral music, ballet music, and swing. The enthusiastic response with which this last was greeted served also to illustrate the depth to which musical appreciation has sunk under the influence of commercial radio pro grammes.

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY

For the most part of the second term conditions were good and some mem bers of the society made frequent visits to the observatory.

A fair number of star clusters were observed including Omega Centauri which is one of the most magnificent sights to be seen in the southern sky— in fact in the whole sky.

The moon has had more than its fair share of attention, but nothing further has been seen of the bridge on the edge of Mare Crisium. Some attention has been paid to Jupiter, and during recent weeks Saturn has been in a very favourable position, reaching the meridian about nine o'clock. The ring system is now more open and the planet presents a very beautiful picture when conditions are good, which is, however, not as often as one would imagine from the appar ently clear winter sky.

Towards the end of the term the observatory has resounded to the bang of hammers and the splash of cement as extensive repairs have begun. A new floor is half laid and new furniture has been planned by a few enthusiasts.

A. H. and L. F.

21 CRICKET

Polio precautions again restricted all cricket matches throughout the Natal Schools, and only at the end of the term was it possible to arrange any fixtures. However, the teams practised with marked enthusiasm, and great deeds of skill were witnessed in the cake matches, which were won easily by Gillingham, who annexed the cakes and the Inter-house Cricket Trophy. We again had the enthusiastic assistance of Mr. Roy McLean, and we are indebted to him for all the time he gives to the boys' cricket. We should like to congratulate him on his brilliant Test century at Lords. With the ban on inter-school games, the 1st XI concentrated on preparing for the Michaelmas tour of the Grahamstown district. M. F. Miller was appointed Captain of the Cricket, and after he left, early in the first term, U. G. Groom, the vice-captain, was appointed to fill the vacancy. He has done his duties quietly, and very well, and is building the eleven into a sound team. D. E. Perry is vice- captain, and the committee includes C. J. Dukes and M. N. W. Hulett.

The polio ban was lifted on the 24th March, and on the 26th, the 1st XI journeyed to Eston for a game against the local side. Groom won the toss and elected to bat. The Kearsney batsmen certainly made up for their earlier inactivity and, after two hours. Groom declared the innings closed at lunch at 218 for 7 . Groom, Hulett and Brazier were deceived by the pace of the , but Perry, Murray, Groenewald, Dukes and Longhurst all batted very well. The Eston C. C. innings started badly, and never recovered. Longhurst, bowling with considerable speed, and ably supported by Brazier at the other end, and very keen fielding, soon dismissed the Eston team for 59. Eston followed on, and only Dukes, with a whirlwind innings, had any success. Ryan bowled very well in the second innings. After Eston's second dismissal, their captain suggested that the Kearsney team bat for the remaining hour. The order was changed to allow the middle batsmen to have the practice, and they well and truly seized the opportunity. 216 runs were scored in the hour, and the soundest batting came fromJM. Hulett and G. Groom. Ryan had a very hectic 25 minutes. The Junior teams of the school had what practice the weather permitted, and the polio restrictions prevented the holding of matches.

22 KEARSNEY

(First innings) (Second innings)

Perry, b. Methiy 55 Groenewaid, not out 8 Groom, U., ct. Coiiinson, b. Bense 0 Huiett, ct. Huiett, b. Hagemann 55 Dukes, ct. White b. Bense . 30 Murray, b. Haworth 7 Groenewaid, St. Walker, b. Methiy 33 Groom, G. Not out 45 Huiett, l.b.w., Methiy 7 Brazier, b. Hampson 14 Murray, not out 4! Poikinghorne, c. Bense b. WaikerIB Groom, G., b. Coiiinson 5 Ryan run out 59 Brazier, ct. Bense, b. Methiy 1 Extras 10 Longhurst, not out 33 Extras 13 Total for 5 wickets 216

Total for 7 wkts. dec. 218

ESTON First Innings, total 59 Second innings, (Dukes 40) Total 74 Longhurst 7 for 21, Brazier 2 for 37, Ryan 6 for 31, Dukes 2 for 2, Ryan I for 0 run. Longhurst 2 for 39. Won by innings and 68 runs.

RUGBY

Captain: S. B. A. Longhurst. The standard of the 1st XV was generally high, but there were very bad lapses In the defence of the three-quarters. The best performance of the team was put up against Durban Tech. when the team played In the main curtain-raiser to the Natal-Northern Transvaal match on Kingsmead. The forwards have played very well and, although they were much lighter than their opponents, they won the majority of the scrums and the lineouts In all the matches but two. Considering that nearly all the schools whom we play have from two to three times our number of boys and are of a much higher average age, we are doing quite well In rugby. Congratulations to Ryan (wing) and Longhurst (centre) on being selected for the Coastal XV and especially to Ryan on his selection for the Natal Schools side to play in Pretoria against the Northern Transvaal Schools side.

23 MATCHES 30th April vs. D.H.S. Home Lost 6—32 We had only just returned, whereas D.H.S. had had two or three games, but they were far superior to us, and burning to avenge last year's defeat. They were stronger than ourselves In every department, and far fitter, and the final score was merely of statistical Interest. Nevertheless the game was contested In the best of spirit, and a pleasure to watch. 4th May vs. BEREA ROVERS Home Won 1 1—6 By this time we were fitter and more confident, and a good game resulted against heavier opponents. After an early try by Ryan, play was even till near half-time, when Berea Rovers scored and equalised. After the Interval Kearsney applied more pressure, when Hulett and Ryan scored, Timm converting one, and finally Berea added one try. An even and enjoyable match. 7th May vs. NORTHLANDS Away Won 28—3 We were the fitter side, and on a hard ground managed to score at fairly regular Intervals up to half time. Longhurst opened with a penalty; this was followed by tries by Groenewald, Ryan and Haworth. TImm converted one, and Longhurst added another penalty. Northlands scored once. Play after half-time deteriorated, but we were always the more likely to score, and In fact tries were scored by Hulett, Groenewald and Ford, one being converted by TImm. 14th May vs. MICHAELHOUSE Home Lost 6—19 MIchaelhouse were much the better team. Most noticeable was their smart service from the scrum, whereas ours was very sluggish. This led to their line being almost continuously on the attack, and It would not have surprised had the score been much larger. Perhaps MIchaelhouse were fortunate In the bounce of the ball; a little luck and we should have scored once or twice, whereas our only points came from two penalties by Longhurst. 21st May vs. OLD CROCKS Home Lost 28—30 The Old Crocks were neither old nor crocks, as they showed only too plainly. The game was played In the gayest of spirits, and few spectators, by the end, knew whether we had won or lost. The main purpose of a match like this is educative, and time and again the Old Crocks showed us the tricks of the game: the neat cross-kick, the reverse pass, scissors movement, long throw at the line- out. Tactics of this sort will always beat the stereotyped play, and It Is to be hoped that our players benefited from It all. The Old Crocks' weight was too much for our forwards, but when we did get the ball back (sometimes aided by the Crocks' hooker) our backs played a penetrative game, combining well, and moving the ball quickly. No-one was able to keep tally with the names of the scorers. 31st May DURBAN TECH. At Kingsmead Won 27—16 This was the curtain-raiser for the Provincial match, and a certain amount of nervousness was evident at first; but before long the team got Into Its stride and gave the large crowd a delightful exhibition of open play, to which the Tech. generously contributed. Scoring alternated for a while, but In the end we piled up a good winning lead. Conspicuous was the very fast running of Ryan, who

24 scored five tries from the wing; two others were scored by Dawes and Chaplin, and Longhurst converted three. 4th June vs. ST. CHARLES Away Lost 0—18 The team lacked the spirit of the previous match and were well beaten. The St. Charles flanks repeatedly caught our scrum-half, and their fly-half cut through our forwards again and again. Only at the beginning of the second half did we show any form, but could not penetrate their defence. The ball so seldom reached our backs that scoring seldom seemed a possibility. Ilth June vs. P.M.B. TECH. Home Lost 0—8 On a wet ground handling was difficult, but we pressed continuously through out the first half, and had Ryan not been so firmly marked, we should have scored several times. The game was played at a fast pace. In the second half we again had most of the play, yet failed to score. The Tech. fly-half broke through to score, and a little later one of our cross-kicks bounced backwards, was picked up by the Tech. right wing, who raced away to score. The final score Is hardly a true reflection of the play. 18th June vs. VOORTREKKER Home Lost 0—12 Steady drizzle fell throughout the game. In spite of our defeat, the team did not play badly. The forwards were heavily outwelghted, but packed low and tackled well; the backs, however, were unable to handle the wet ball properly, and missed several opportunities. Voortrekker were the bigger and stronger side, and their victory was deserved. 23rd June P.M.B. TRAINING COLLEGE Home Lost 8—1 1 Kearsney played well and had far more of the game than their opponents. Again and again we nearly scored but just could not manage to finish the move ments. All the forwards played well, the loose forwards being especially con spicuous, and a better fate was deserved. Longhurst scored a try, and converted a penalty try. Training College scored a try, a goal, and a penalty. 25th June vs. P.M.B. COLLEGE Away Lost 0—40 Our young and light team had no hope against the strongest school side In the Province, and were defeated as thoroughly as the score Indicates. Until we can build up our senior school with bigger and older boys, we shall never hold our own with a team like that of College. Their first centre, Higgs, cut through as he liked, his all-round play being quite outstanding. We missed our captain, Longhurst, but even he could not have stemmed the steady flow of tries.

Second XV

The team has enjoyed quite a successful term, and if we only had the assurance that they will not be leaving, shouid build up Into a good side for next year.

vs. D.H.S. Lost 0—3 vs. NORTHLANDS Won 46—0 vs. HARWOOD ist XV Won 12—6 vs. MICHAELHOUSE Lost 0—22 vs. HILTON Lost 3—23 vs. HARWOOD Ist XV Won 19—8 vs. P.M.B. COLLEGE Won 35—3

25 UNDER 15

Much as was expected, the under 15 side did not start the season very con vincingly. It is a lean year for material in this division, and a number of casualties suffered at the beginning of the season merely added to the difficulties of building a team.

In spite of everything, however, there was consistent improvement—although it seemed to be very slow in coming—and the side was able to end the first half of the season on a very encouraging note.

What progress was made was largely due to the keenness of the players themselves, a willingness to learn and to benefit from past mistakes and deter mination to do better next time. If this is the spirit in which we can start next term, there must be every reason to believe that we can look forward to more Improvement still, and consequently more success.

Results

vs. D.H.S Lost 0—32 vs. NORTHLANDS Lost 8—18 vs. MiCHAELHOUSE Lost 3—28 vs. ST. CHARLES Lost 13—17 vs. P.M.B. TECH Won 1 1—3 vs. VOORTREKKER Won 9—8 vs. P.M.B. COLLEGE Lost 0—16

Congratulations to Lewis on being selected for the combined Durban under IS team. G. E. B.

Under 14

The under 14 plays as well as its talent permits. We can never expect much success in this division. With barely enough boys in the age group to form a team, we meet the firsts of the Prep, schools, or the under 14 of large schools who may have 90 to 100 to choose from. The great thing is to enjoy the matches!

Results

vs. D.H.S Lost 3—27

vs. HIGHBURY . Won 23—0

vs. NORTHLANDS Draw 8—8

vs. MICHAELHOUSE Lost 0—II

vs. HILTON Lost 0—17

vs. TREVERTON Lost 3—6

vs. P.M.B. COLLEGE Lost 6—12

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Brian Denness Competition This competition is decided on a points system: 2 points for a doubles and I point for a singles win. Names of opponents are mentioned first in each case. vs. ST. CHARLES Doubles: McLeish & Kennedy vs. Court & Dukes, 6—5, 6—5. Muirhead & Robinson vs. Murray & Groenewald, 5—6,6—5, 5—7. Singles: McLeish vs. Court, 4—6,6—4, 6—3. Kennedy vs. Dukes, 2—6, 6—2, 6—3. Muirhead vs. Groenewald, 3—6, 6—S, 4—6. Robinson vs. Murray, 2—6, 0—6. Draw

vs. P.M.B. COLLEGE Doubles: Gray & Shreeve vs. Court & Dukes, I—6, 6—I, 9—7. Evans & Higgs vs. Murray & Hulett, M., 0—6,6—4, 6—2. Singles: Higgs vs. Court, 6—5,6—5. Gray vs. Dukes, 6—2, 6—2. Evans vs. Murray, 5—6, 2—6. Shreeve vs. Hulett, M., 6—1,0—6,2—5. Lost 2—6

vs. P.M.B. TECH. Doubfes: Smith & Todd vs. Court & Hulett, M,. 3—6,6—0, 4—6. Eaglestone & Hurd vs. Groenewald & Murray, 2—6, 2—6. Singles: Smith vs. Court, 2—6, 2—6. Eaglestone vs. Groenewald, 2—6, 0—6. Todd vs. Murray, i—6,0—6. Hurd vs. Hulett, M., 1—6, 0—6. Won 8—0

vs. HILTON COLLEGE Doubles: Rein & Roy vs. Court & Dukes, 5—6,6—I, 6—I. Watermeyer & Palmer vs. Murray & Hulett, M., 6—I,5—6, 7- Singles: Rein vs. Court, 6—3, 6—2. Roy vs. Dukes, 5—6, 6—I, 6—I. Watermeyer vs. Murray, I—6, 3—6. Palmer vs. Hulett, 6—4, 6—0. Lost I—7

27 CADET NOTES

There were no parades during the first term because of the polio scare, but the promotion squad turned out for a short period twice a week. Regular weekly parades were resumed in the second term and took the normal course of breaking in recruits and freshening up the old hands. There is no doubt that given a spirit of willingness the whole Detatchment can drill with considerable precision. Appointments: Student Officers: Fearnhead, E. A., Ryan, P. J., Pettit, J. C., Groenewaid,C. C., Cunningham, J. A., Groom, U. G., Cohen, B. L., Sergeant-Majors: Longhurst, S. B. A,, Cross, N. L. Sergeants: Perry, D. E., Francis, D. W., Milne, V. C., Dukes C.J.,Cox, D.G., Green, G. V., Young, I. C. Corporals: Ford, R. G. C., Murray, B. G. P., Brazier, K. L., Munro, J. A. K., Court P., Bauer C. F., Giles J.T., Beckett, H., Perry, D., Groom, G. R., Polkinghorne T. A., Immelman, P., Winder, J. D., Timm, H. K., Kukle, E., Whitward, W. A., Jenkins, D. C. L., Schruer, A. R. Band: Drum Major: Haworth, G. H., Sergeant Bugler: Russei, P. Corporal Bugler: Dowdle, A., LICorporal Buglers: Hulett, M. N. W., Nelems, J. M., Voysey, R. W., Corporal Drummers: Chaplin, A. H., LjCorporal Drummer: Henderson, A. Shooting. There is a great degree of keenness among many of the boys, but most of them, even the experienced ones, seemed to find difficulty in maintaining consistently high scores. The best and most reliable shot in the School is undoubtedly I. D. Bjorkman, and the runners-up are probably H. L. Bouman and E. A. Fearnhead. Competitions. Senior and Junior teams took part in the Natal Command Bisley held at the Athlone Range in May. In the Brick Match, the Seniors tied for second place with three other schools, and in the team match they were placed seventh out of fourteen teams for the time-limit event, and eleventh for the delib erate shoot. The Juniors came fifth out of nine teams in the Brick Match, seventh in the time-limit, and seventh in the deliberate. The total of all the Kearsney competitors, 1,108, placed them seventh out of fourteen teams in the consolidated results of the Bisley. D.H.S. took first place with a total score of 1,233. Our results can be regarded as below the general standard achieved in the practices. It is clear that concentration and nerves are the most important factors in successful shooting. The Petiet Cup Competition was fired the following day at the same Range. Twenty-six teams competed. Our Junior Team came 17th with a score of 359.6, and the Seniors came 20th with a score of 354. The winners were again D.H.S., who scored 391.9. The possible was 400. Shooting Committee: Pettit J.C. (Captain), Fearnhead E. E., Groom G. R., Richards T. D.

28 KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS' CLUB

OLD BOYS' NEWS

Marriages: J. S. Brown, E. B. Christian, V. Collingwood, J. Coombe, P. A. Foss, R. A. L. Kennedy, Dr. R. Kitchin, R. Niven, Rev, B. J. Woods, N. Stark, T. G. M. Prankish, R. W. Coote. Engagements: Rev. H. L. Albertyn, N. McLuckie, A. L. Mundell, T. D. Pennefather, G. C. Richardson, N. Tytherleigh, A. G. Frolick, C. Leisegang, E. van der Schyff. Births: A. O. R. Askew (daughter), D. W.Barker (son), N. Colepeper (son), A. H. Doidge (son), F. R. C. Groom (daughter), H. C. Corbishley (son), A. Lee (daughter), D. Munro (daughter), O. McLaverty (son), N. Pottow (son), N. Reeves (daughter), H. L. Robinson (daughter). Dr. R. Slatter (son), B. R. Tedder (daughter), A. Stockil (son), P. Garbutt (son).

Death: Bernard SchefTer Bernard SchefTer (36-39) was killed on April 16th, while motor cycling from Stanger where he had been linesman at a rugger match, to his home at Stanger Beach. It appears that as he rounded a corner, at dusk, he came upon a stationary and unlit lorry; skid marks showed how desperately he tried to avoid it, but to no avail; death must have been instantaneous. His tragic death was a tremendous shock to all his family and friends and especially to his bereaved wife and his two small children, to whom we extend our sympathy which is deeper than mere words can tell. For Bernard was loved and respected by all. At Kearsney, where he played for the 1st XV, he had a distinctive personality, and was a likeable and trustworthy boy. He was one of those who came to us at the old school and ended at the new. Since he left, we did not often see him, though he frequently wrote, and through his letters we could follow the development of a fine personality. For the details given below, we are indebted to his brother, H. L. Scheffer (39-40), who is now the Town Treasurer of Eshowe: Bernard left Kearsney at the end of i939 and immediateiy joined the as a permanent member. After undergoing training at Roberts Heights for nearly two years he was drafted overseas where he joined No. 2 Squadron as an air mechanic, and remained with that squadron through Egypt, Tripoli and eventually to Italy in 1943. In the early part of 1944 he returned to the Union.

29 After undergoing another course he was promoted to Flight Sergeant and saw service on the shuttle service between Pretoria and Cairo for a time before being stationed at Congella Flying Boat Base with No. 24 Squadron. While with this unit he flew from Durban to Langebaan In the Cape, and Durban— Richards Bay—Lake Kisumu. It was In that he met his wife. They were married In 1945 and made their home In Durban. In 1948 he resigned from the Permanent Force and joined the staff of Messrs. Lever Bros, in Durban. Towards the end of 1950 he and his family moved to Stanger where he took over the managership of his father's business. He was always a keen rugby player and regularly turned out for practice with the Stanger Club, although he gave up active play last season. He Is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and two children, Jennifer and Richard.

DURBAN BRANCH

The Annual Dinner, held at the Astra Hotel, Durban, on April 15th, was by far the most successful of Its kind ever held. This is in no small measure a tribute to the energy and sob-stuff appeal of the Branch Secretary, B. Theunissen. The occasion was informal. Speeches were limited to a brief one of welcome, from the Chairman, B. Stewart, and an equally brief reply by the Headmaster. Other than those, speech was confined to conversation and reminiscence, before, during and long after the dinner (which ended at 10 p.m.). There was no year of the school's history unrepresented, except for the first, so that those present covered a period of 32 years. Guests were the Headmaster and Mr. M. Edmunds, Chairman of the Kingswood Old Boys. Apologies for absence were received from Mr. Matterson, Mr. Oram, and J. C. Lorge. The list of those present is given below, and in addition flying visits were paid by R. A. Piper (23-25), I, McLeod (39-43) and M. J. Rodda (46-50). Old Boys Present; W. C. Hopkins 1922—26 N. F. Colepeper 1944—47 A. T. WInshIp 1923—24 G. J. Goodwin 1945—50 J. W. H. Howarth 1924—29 D. Rich 1945—50 M. Poole 1925—26 E. C. K. Dowse 1945—50 P. H. Hind 1925—30 C. WItherspoon 1946—50 M. H. Beckett 1926—29 T. Franklsh 1947—50 J. H. Hopkins 1926—33 P. Haley 1947—53 J. F. Reece (Master) 1927 M. McCarthy 1948—51 R. H. Theunissen 1929—37 B. N. Francois 1948—51 N. Reeves 1930—35 A. Moon 1948—52 D. Gllllat 1931—35 D. Hopewell 1948—53 K. W. Dyer 1931—36 M. Brand 1949—52 N. C. Poole 1932—36 C. RIndel 1949—52 F. R. Chlch 1933—38 B. W. Haley 1949—53

30 R. Mason i 934—35 N. More i 949—53 F. R. Chick 1937—4 i J. S. Barker 1949—54 B. Theunlssen i93B-4i/42 R. C. Best (Master) 1949 A. H. Doldge i939^i T. J. Shepstone 1950—51 G. G. Ballard 1939—41 T. W. Downard 1950—53 D. N.Johnson 1939—42 L. R. Slater 1950—53 J. Nasmlth 1939—43 G. S. Brown 1950—54 P. R. Jonsson 1939—45 J. Goodrlcke 1950—54 C. D. Nathan i 940—43 R. B. Mciiwralth 1950—54 1. W. D. Stones 1940—43 C. R. Ellison 1951—54 R. H. Dale 1940—45 D. Beatty 1951—54 D. E. Damp 1941—44 J. W. Taylor 1951—54 R. McLeod I94I-—44 J. M. Bull 1951—54 K. C. Nelson I94i—44 P. T. Francois 1952—54 O. McLaverty i94i—45 R. Rindel 1951—54 J. H. Coombe I94i—47 B. Lightening 1953—54 R. W. Woods 1942—45 T. Howarth 1953—54 B. L. Stewart 1943—48 J. Copeland 1953—54

JOHANNESBURG BRANCH

Activity has not been on a grand scale, but the enthusiasm displayed at the two functions during this half-year has been con siderable.

On the l lth November we had a Beetle Drive at Walberton Manor: this was a pleasant evening and we have to record our thanks to" Sister" Attlee who, as usual, acted as our host. Tea and soft drinks were served, and I think everyone enjoyed themselves.

The 30th April was the date for our annual Dance. By courtesy of the Old Johannians Club, we joined In with their dance, though in point of fact Kearsney Old Boys and their guests were the more numerous! We estimated that Kearsney were responsible for 85 dancers (President and Secretary included!). In our rather uncertain career as a Branch, these annual Dances have emerged as the one consistently popular event. We make a point of inviting Sister and Brother Clubs' representatives, and Old Boys are encouraged to bring non-member guests. In this way young people are not required to abandon their friends on a Saturday night!

31 HONOURS COLOURS

We apologise for the omission of the following names from the list given in the last Magazine: Rugby: R. Mark (1940). Cricket: J. Atkinson (1950).

Old Boys of the older vintage will be interested to learn that Sister Edwards, our Matron throughout the School's earlier days, left for her home country, Australia, at the end of January, and will not be returning to South Africa. Sister Edwards has been in frail health for very many years, and, with Time marching on, she has felt an understandable urge to see her latter days through in the country where she grew up. Old Boys will wish her many further happy years of life, and will remember with gratitude all that she did for them. Her address is: Miss E. Edwards, 3 Epsom St., Carnegie S.E. 9. Melbourne.

NEWS OF OLD BOYS

J. H.S.Ayres(42—46) has left the printing trade and gone to farm at Melmoth. J. C. Beningfield (40—41), in his turn, has given up farming in Zuluiand and has, we understand, gone to the U.K. to engage in Atomic Research. D. W. Barker (40—46), captain of Umzinto C.C., began the season with a century. H. A. Cowan (43—47) has completed his dental course and has now begun to practise. T.W. Calder (40—44) is living at Hilton Road and working with McNamees, Pietermaritzburg. C. G. Carelse (48—S3) wrote, in January, to say that he was anticipating going to , to work there for five or six years. With the capital saved he hoped to launch forth on a career as a commercial artist. F. R. Comins(41) has leased a 2,S00-acre farm outside Salisbury and prefers this to working in the Union. H. C. Corbishley (36—41) Is farming near Newcastle. V. Davy (38—46) captained Pinetown C.C. with no small success. In January we read, on consecutive Saturdays, of scores of 133, 202 not out, and 1 17. To promote humility, the next score was 0. P. R. Davidson (41—42) is, we hear, now flying planes on Commercial Airways, from Stamford Hill.

32 M. T. Eastwood (46—49) writes lengthily from Johannesburg. He is now with Murcombe, Summeriey & Lange, Architects, Engineers and Town Planners, working in the engineering division, and studying for a degree by correspondence. A memo on Vampire Jet fiying is to be found on another page. P. A. Foss (38—41) has returned to the Durban City Police. J. S. M. Fox (40—43) bowled his fast stuff for the Western Province, and on occasion batted with distinction. A. G. Frollch (48—49) has obtained his Wings with the S.A.A.F. D. G. Gardner (39—48) has given up Radio work. He and his wife now run a furniture shop in Johannesburg. D. H. Gilllat:(31—35) passes on his skill in the printing draft by lecturing once a week at Durban Tech. on Monotype-machine operating. H. N. Groom (44—47) has attained the rank of Captain in the S.A.A.F. This supplements his daily routine of rushing about by car as Area Manager (Point, Durban) of the South African Mutual. It must be a matter of 20 years since we last received a letter from G. E. Griffin (23—27), so that his recent one is all the more welcome. He continues to work in the Standard Bank, now in , after many years in Kim- berley. Old Boys he has met from time to time include Max Hulett, Dennis Knibbs, and Eric Peppier. His own eldest son has left school, and younger son and daughter are still studying. As we do not think he was married when we last saw him, this indicates pointedly how Time has a habit of passing. L. B. E. Hulett (29—35) has sold his Zululand farm and has bought, we believe, some pleasure resort at Hermanus, where he caters for holiday-makers. Group Captain H. E.(Paddy) Hopkins (24—27) paid the school a sur prise visit in June, while on the way (by sea) to Singapore, where he has been posted for the next two years. He looks fit as ever. E. T. E.(Joe) Hansen (47—50) has taken a prominent part as all-rounder for the O.F.S. cricket XI, but regrets their relegation to "B" Division. He keeps up his boxing skill, too, and won the O.F.S. heavy-weight division at the Empire Games Trials. W. J. Harwood (50—53) has completed a year at the University of South ampton Navigation College, and passed the final examination. He has now joined the British India Steam Navigation Co., Ltd., as an indentured cadet, and his first voyage was to Calcutta and back in the s.s." Chilka." A. H. Doidge (40—41) spent the earlier part of the year in the U.S.A. (five weeks) and U.K. (three weeks), studying advertising methods, on behalf of Messrs Hind Bros. In both countries he found the people most charming, and at a reception on his first evening in New York he felt as much at home as at any similar function in Durban.

J. R. B. Dersley (46—51) is with Leyland Motor Works, near Preston, England. E. C. K. Dowse(45—50) returned from 12 months in England, full of praises for the" Old Country." The time was spent partly on holiday and partly working and he "would go back tomorrow." He is now in the sales order department of Messrs Hind Bros. T. E. Dyson (47—50) is with Boshoff & Boyd, Estate Agents, Maritzburg.

33 D. G. Hudson (36—38) who travels for the Shell Company In Durban, recently won first prize in a photographic compteltion, with a picture of a Zulu riksha boy. Bird's eye view, no doubt. 0. K. Jackson (49—52) is, we hear, tobbacco-farming In Rhodesia. Dr. R. J. Kitchin (44—47) is specialising In Orthopaedic work with children. His wife Is a 5th year medical student, and when she has qualified they hope to go to London to practise. Dr. S. G. M. Lee (32—33) has acquired his D.Phil, at London, with, we Imagine, a thesis on Bantu Superstitions, and Is returning to teach at Fort Hare. H. Lund:(45—49) regrets to report that he failed to satisfy the examiners In his B.Sc. finals at Wits, and so has his teaching career postponed by one year. He Is helping to finance his course by conducting tutorial classes with first year students, among whom are ex-Kearsney boys P. du Tolt and C. S. Neumann. R. J. Leisegang (42—47) has been admitted to the Side Bar and has opened a legal practice in Port Shepstone. G. Launder (49—52) did his A.C.F. training this year with the 22nd Field Artillery (S. A. Irish). He is travelling for Randies Bro. & Hudson, Johannesburg. R. Mark (32—40) has returned to civilisation (I.e. Natal) and Is working with the Umzimkulu Sugar Co., near Port Shepstone. N. Mark (46—52) started his career as an articled clerk, and still hopes to take his C.I.S. In the past year, however, he Joined the firm of Randies, Bro. & Hudson, Johannesburg, as a traveller, "doing" Johannesburg central and suburbs. 1. G. McLeod (39—43) who recently returned after working for several years In England, is secretary to Myer's Wholesalers, Durban. O. McLaverty (42—45) Is with the Central Press, Durban. C. W. Mundell (46—51) finds tobacco-farming in Rhodesia much to his liking. He Is surprised at the number of Old Boys he meets—his own Inspector being one, M. F. Putterill. Others he has met Include I. Mackenzie (Bulawayo), L. J. Peel, D. Anger, D. G. M. Whitaker, and D. Hewitt, all tobacco-farming near Umtall. S. M. Osier (53—54) Is now at Bishop's, Rondebosch, where he has settled down well. T. D. Pennefather (39—43) is with R. Scott & Co., Durban. D. Pope (43) Is with Stuart Jones & David Anderson, Ltd., Durban. F. E. Porrill (50—53)expects to be apprenticed at the Ridge Road Pharmacy, Durban, for some years yet, and has given up most of his outside activities In order to swot 23 hours a week for his Intermediate Examination at the end of this year. O. D. D. Putterill (45—46) has been transferred from the Post Office Engineering Training School, Baragwanath, to the Automatic Telephone Exchange In Benonl. He has been lecturing for some years, and Is now happy to be back with more practical work. H. H.(46—51), F. C. R.(48—54), and A. D. Rowe (50—54) have all left the warmer climes of Zululand In order to settle with the family In Cornwall, England. They wrote us on the eve of departure, so we do not know yet of their plans or movements In England. We do not know whether to congratulate, or commiserate with, D. M. Sinclair (21—23) on being the first Old Boy to reach the age of 50. At least it Is a record which cannot be taken from him. This anniversary Indicates how

34 young a school we are, but also, we hope, shows how far we have come In the past 34 years. I. I. Ives (40—44), who has travelled the roads in every part of the Union and Rhodeslas, on behalf of the Shell Company, has been transferred to the London offices, for further experience. He and his wife have acquired a flat in Campden Hill Square, and he says he only needs umbrella and bowler to be the complete Londoner. G. C. Jacobs (30—37) continues to stake his claim as probably the best Country District bat in Natal and one of the best in the country. In spite of lack of regular practice. He carried his bat for i02 for the Combined Country Dis tricts team against Maritzburg this year. He is working, we believe. In the paper mill by the Tugela River. D. Scott (48—52) writes from Bedford School, England, where he Is con cluding his third year since taking Matric. at Kearsney. He has given keen support to the Debating Society (as here) and played for the Rugger XV. His next move is to McGill University in Montreal, to take an Engineering Degree. H. L. Scheffer (39—40), whose brother was recently killed in a motor smash, is now Town Treasurer of Eshowe. N. M. F. Smit (50—53) is articled to a firm of accountants in Pretoria, and hopes next year to go to Pretoria University. B. Theunissen (38—42) is proving an energetic and very successful secretary to the Durban Branch. L. C. Tarr (47—52) has, we hear, sailed to England to study farming, after two years at Cedara. K. B. Theunissen (34—37) was offered a lectureship in English at Rhodes. He turned this down in favour of continuing his junior school work at OribI School, Pietermaritzburg, where his novei and experimental methods are attracting a good deal of attention. R. H. Theunissen (29—37) is an attorney and junior partner In the soli citors Hawthorn & Fannin. As a diversion he finds much pleasure In under water fishing. L. J. Vermaak (37—38) has been appointed Organising Secretary for Natal for the Federal Party. A cartoon of his appears in this issue. T. Wyatt-Minter (41—42) has an Estate Agency in Maritzburg.

Natal University News

We have received the following information from N.U., Maritzburg; F. Farquharson: Secretary of the Methodist Club. Seems to be stili growing. Rev. Shipley says it is good to have a secretary to look up to. Is taking 3rd year Agriculture. D. O. Hall: 3rd year Agriculture. Roars around on a T.P. motor bike, believed to be his own. Has been hooking for the Ists and 2nds. M. O. Hall: 2nd year Agriculture. Ardent supporter of our sister school. Plays rugger for the under 19 B. P. H. Hewitt: 1st year Agriculture. Playing for the under 19 A. Sports a crew cut. J. A. Hunt: ist year Science. Arrived a month late and has been burled ever since in other people's notes. M. J. Leask: Taking a post-graduate Science course. Arranged a Science float for the Rag. Is co-leader of a Varsity Band.

35 T< M. Odell: Swotting principally for a driving test. Still keen on bees. P. G. Rodda: 1st year Arts. Had a two-line part In "Romeo and Juliet.'' Has" hitched "to Swaziland, but prefers to go by train. D. C. Roberts: 1st year Arts. Has divided his time between Arts, girl friend, and "Romeo and Juliet". W. Rock: 4th year Agriculture. Plays for the 1st XV. Member of the Oribi House Committee and graces High Table Often heard giving out announce ments over the microphone. Oppidani D. H. Lowe, 2nd year Arts, Tennis, Golf, and Motor-bike, and A. J. Tedder, 1st year Agriculture and Motor-bike, are also seen around the campus. 1954 Leavites The following were the expressed intentions of the boys leaving at the end of 1954. Whether these intentions have in every case been pursued, we are unable to say. J. J. Alberts; Stellenbosch University (Agriculture). H. Arney: Continued schooling. J. S. Barker: Natal University (B.A., LI.B.). D. Beatty: Printing. He set up the type for this Magazine. G. S. Brown: Commercial Art. G. K. M. Bruce: East London Tech. J. R. B. Bull: Howard College, Durban (B.Sc. Elect. Eng.). J. Copland: Electrical Engineering. C. C. Cullingworth: Standard Bank, Maritzburg. B. Colley (Easter 1955): Continued Schooling. P. K. Daniel: With Duniops (Scholarship obtained). L. Deenik: Apprentice Pharmaceutical Chemist. L. D. de Vaal: To Pretoria Technical College. P. du Toit: Witwatersrand University (B.Sc. Eng.). C. R. Ellison: Chartered Accountancy. K. W. Erasmus: Johannesburg College of Education, for teaching and possibly, later, ministry. P. Franfois: University. H. C. Fraser: Undecided. E. J. Frick: Business. J. R. D. Goodricke: Natal University (B.Arch.). R. T. A. Gray: Durban Tech.(Commerce). D. W. Harvey: Continued Schooling. S. Harwood: Continued Schooling. R. Hendry: Mining course at Bulawayo Tech. P. H. Hewitt: Natal University, Maritzburg (B.Sc. Agric.). P. D. Houston: Farming. A. J. E. Haworth: Engineering apprentice. J. A. Hunt: Witwatersrand University (Medicine). P. W. Khaled: Undecided. B. W. King: Undecided. D. L. Kyle: Rhodes University (B.Sc.). B. E. Lightening: Undecided. R. B. Mcllwraith: Wool Broker. R. Moffitt: S.A.A.F. Gymnasium, P.O. Tek. M. Miller: Farming. R. J. McLeod: Apprentice Sign-writer. M. E. Mealin: VVitwatersrand University (B.Comm., LI.B.;. J. Mellows: "General Botha". J. D. Mudie: Cape Town University (B.Sc.). D.S.Murdoch; Building. T. M. Odell: Natal University (B.Sc. Agric.). M. S. Osier: Continued Schooling.

36 R. N. Pearce: Draughtsman. M. Pigg: Undecided. R. Rindel: Accountancy. D. L. Roberts: Natal University (B.A.). P. G. Rodda: Natal University (B.A.). R. Rowe: Farming (England). A. D. Rowe: Undecided. M. Simpson: Accountancy. P. SImkins: Accountancy. W. G. Schermbrucker: Cape Town University (B.A., LI.B.), Articles in London, Practice in Nairobi. J. W. Taylor: Chartered Accountancy. D. Theunissen: Garage or Sugar-cane. E. E. Todd: Motor Engineering. D. H. A. Vallntine: Accountancy.

The editor prints all Old Boys News received in writing, but cannot guarantee to print verbal information.

Letter from America

I had rather a hurried farewell from South Africa. Briefly, the boat on which I applied for a job arrived in Durban on a Sunday, told me they'd take me, and we left next day. I worked as engineer boy, scrubbing, scraping, sand papering, painting the walls, floor and machinery. Another student joined me at Cape Town, so I had company. By and large, the trip was one of the most miserable months I have ever spent. We arrived at Quebec at night, but saw the Plains of Abraham where Wolfe and Montcalm had their battle. Along the St. Lawrence there appears to be a cathedral for every 50 people. I disembarked at Montreal. Went to a "tavern" on a Sunday night with two other sailors. The women had quite a vocabulary, but when two girls started a bottle fight, while the others cheered I cleared out! Went by train to New York and loved it. I had my first meal in U.S.A. on Broadway! I went through N.Y. about six times, but spent only eight hours in it. Went up Empire State, of course. Everybody is in a mad rush all day long. I travelled a couple of times on the subway or "toobes ". They are enough to send anyone nuts. All over the place there are signs:" In case of atomic attack, nearest shelter ..." Americans are .. . well, they are just amazingly kind and generous. I was invited to speak at a Rotary luncheon and a month later received a cheque for 5 dollars. Another fellow heard I was getting broke, so gave me 400 dollars. Invitations for parties,for week-ends,for dinners, etc., arrive all the time. During the winter I did a bit of skating, which is loads of fun. I was on my beam end most of the time. The cold didn't bother me, but give me the Durban weather every time. Said goodbye to my brother Einar the other day. He left for San Francisco, where I'll be joining him after the summer. All going well I should graduate from University of California, in San Francisco, next June. Haven't decided whether to go to a graduate school. If I can afford it, 1 shall probably take a Master's Degree. My field is Production Management. L. GJESTLAND (4$—SO)

37 THE VAMPIRE JET

I attended a Vampire Conversion Course in the Cape last October. The Jet is a really magnificent aircraft to fly—a real gentleman of the skies. Quite quiet, smooth and very clean. Its performance is superb. Something new regarding aircraft handling was learned in this course, that of recovering from the shock stall, or compressibility. The Vampire is not sufficiently streamlined or powerful to break the Sound Barrier, so at the speed at which the aircraft should become supersonic, it compresses instead. As the aircraft approaches Mach .82 one gets the feeling that the belly of the aircraft is being rubbed along a rough cobbled road, and then at about Mach. .86 it feels as though the nose of the plane has hit a brick wall, and, as it can't go through it, it shoots either up or down, depending upon height. The recovery action is very simple if you have your wits about you, i.e. throttle back and put the dive brakes out. It is frightening at first, but one gets used to it. Another interesting aspect of jet flying is the terrific altitude attainable. My highest is 41,300 feet, and at this height the sky becomes dark blue. The higher one goes, the darker it becomes, until round about 60,000 feet it is quite black, and if the sun is not shining directly on to the instrument panel, it is so dark that one cannot see the instruments. This is, of course, due to the lesser density of dust particles which diffuses the sun's rays. The designers have thought of everything. The Vamp has cockpit heating, and is pressurised, as well it might be, for, high up, temperatures vary between minus 50 and minus 70 degrees centigrade, and I believe that atmospheric pres sure is down to about 2i lb. per square inch. M. EASTWOOD (46—49)

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EDITORIAL

In the last Chronicle your Editor dwelt at some length on the problems which face School Magazine Editors. This time, with plenty of further reading matter available for you, he offers you the Compliments of the Season, and trusts that the year 1956 will be a very happy one for you all. This is quite the best Editorial he has ever written.

PRIZE-GIVING

Whatever weather conditions may be our fate for Carol Services and cricket matches, we seem assured of a fine day (fortunately) for Prize-Giving. This year was no exception, despite ominous thunder rolls during the speech-making. The hall was more packed than ever, and we are trying to envisage the future problem, when we have sixty more boys and many more parents. The new Assembly Hall is beginning to seem more of a necessity than a mere luxury! Board and Staff filled the platform when Mr. P. H. Hind, Chair man of the Board, opened the Ceremony with some well-chosen words of appreciation and gratitude for the whole-heated co operation of Board, Staff and Parents in the Development Schemes now under way. After the Headmaster had made his report and Mrs. Caney had graciously presented the prizes. Justice Caney addressed the boys and parents. He said it was not his intention to dwell on the subject of work—too much of his time already was devoted to the task of giving Hard Labour: and, if they wanted an address, his was P.O. Giiiitts. in an informal chat Mr. Caney traced the development of

39 the Church Schools, and their Importance in the life of a country. Less hide-bound by bureaucracy, the Private School can offer a wider syllabus and more cultural life than the normal Government School. He was particularly interested In the Kearsney Parliament and stressed the value of being able to think while on one's legs, as distinct from thinking while sitting down. In Kearsney, with which he had been closely associated for many years, he saw the full development of those faculties of body and mind which every Church School could and should offer. After Prize-Glving was over, and term declared at an end, visitors enjoyed tea al fresco on the school lawns, the threat of a thunderstorm having departed. Gradually the parties thinned out and by 5 p.m. the deserted grounds indicated that Kearsney's thirty-fourth full year was ended. Looking round on the extensive grounds and Imposing buildings one could not avoid the Impression that Kearsney has come a long way in thirty-four years.

HEADMASTER'S REPORT

This year has been one of phenomenal growth; the new Classroom Block Is In use, and the new PEMBROKE HOUSE, to accommodate 80 boarders. Is nearly complete. Pembroke House will cost £54,000 and the classrooms cost £10,000. This year we have had 23 day boys and 219 boarders; next year we shall have 24 day boys and 279 boarders, and so shall for the first time exceed 300. Mr. Hopkins and Sister Anderson took their leave this year. Next year Mr. Clegg goes on a six months furlough, during which time Mr. Storm will take over Gllllngham House. Mr. Viljoen returns after study leave and Mr. Tom Metcalf joins the staff. We offer a warm welcome again to Mrs. Reece, after many years absence, and to Mrs. Hough, who will take the junior work. Mr. Colley left the College in February, and his place has been filled by Mr. Montague. The health of the School has—with the exception of a spell of 'flu In the third term—been singularly good. Next year the Sanatorium will be housed In Pembroke House with Sister Anderson in charge, an arrangement which should prove very satisfactory. The Public Examination results for the end of last year reflected a very satisfactory position. The details are:— 1st Class 2nd Class 3rd Class Matric 7 IS 4 School Leaving — 2 5 There were two distinctions In Maths and one in P.Sc. 1st Class 2nd Class 3rd Class University Junior Certificate 23 12 15 With a grand total of 26 distinctions. Of the 23 boys who obtained First Class passes no fewer than 14 obtained Provincial Bursaries. Many boys sat for the Taalbond Exams with very pleasing results. It has been most gratifying to see the development which has steadily taken place In extra-mural activities.

40 The Dramatic Society, under the control of an excellent team consisting of Mr. Rutherford Smith, Mr. Glass, and Mr. Metcalf, has built up quite a reputation for Itself. Their production of "The Tempest" was an outstanding success on which they and the boys deserve to be warmly congratulated. The Debating Society—probably the only school debating society to be run on Parliamentary procedure—has had a good year. Apart from their usual meetings they staged Inter-school debates, quizzes and also visited the Durban City Parliament during the year. Mr. Reece deserves our thanks for his interest In this Society. The Debating Society, under Mr. Burger and Mr.Storm, has also had a good year, ending up with an enjoyable braalvlels. The Choir put on a very choice concert In the third term. Mr. Quarmby and the boys who played and sang are to be thanked for the pleasure they gave. The Chapel Is now run by a separate Trust Committee, with two of the senior boys as members of this Trust. The debt outstanding Is £1,050, which we hope steadily to reduce. The organ recitals and the organ music enrich our services greatly, as does the Choir. The Choir also put on their traditional and much enjoyed Carol Service. Rev. Cantrell has an effective progressive syllabus of religious Instruction in operation, and we are indebted to him for his services In this regard. Art work among the Juniors and the Seniors was one of the features of the year's work, and we are grateful to Mrs. Lutley and Miss Dessells for the standard and variety of the work done by the boys. In the Hobbles Section many boys were greatly helped by Mr. Montague in building various Items, of which boats and ski-boats were the most popular. Boys interested in sailing formed themselves into a useful Club, and learned something of yachting. Our Cadet Detachment had a good year. The Band did well in the Schools Competition, and has played a large part in the activities of the detachment and on special occasions such as Remembrance Sunday. The Detachment earned high praise from the Inspecting Officer of Natal Command. A feature I should like to comment on Is the shooting. We now have 32 marksmen and 33 first- class shots. The Board of Governors has delegated the control of sports and grounds to a Committee under Mr. Hopkins. This Committee, working on an annual grant, has done much to Improve sporting facilities and to keep the standard high. Our cricket team, coached by Mr. Roy McLean, has had a successful season enlivened happily by a tour under Mr. Best to the Eastern Province. The Rugby XV did quite well, and ended the season with a flourish. Our Annual Athletic Sports were strikingly successful. Ten records were broken and three equalled. Also a small College Team gave a good account of itself at the Natal Junior Athletic Championships. The Swimming Gala—postponed from the 1st term—was held In November and was very successful, nine records being broken. The swimming bath was recently reconstructed at a cost of £1,000. Interest in tennis has grown rapidly, and this is a happy augury for the future. Before concluding this Report I should like to comment on two matters of general Interest:— 1. A Post Matric Class Is under consideration by the Board. It Is Increasingly being realised that there is an unsatisfactory gap between school and University. The Matric Board Is considering how best to bridge this, and their report is eagerly awaited. The lines of academic thought seem to Indicate that this bridge between teaching and education may be undertaken by the schools. If we have a sufficient number of students to justify a Post Matric Course after next year It Is possible that the Board of Governors will Introduce this. 2. I feel it right also to mention that the private schools In South Africa have for some time felt uneasy as to their future. We In Natal are In a happy

41 position In that the Administration has ever been ready to assist us. The recent Spiers Report on Education in Britain gave as its considered opinion that in the best of the Public Schools education was of such a wholesome character with its emphasis on a full education, the personal relation of teacher and pupil, and training in leadership, that it was to be regretted there were not more of these schools. We feel that on this basis there is a good case for the Private School, for not only do we save the Province a goodly sum in its education budget, but we do try to provide a rich and full life for all boys who come to us. In education in a democratic country it is right that parents take a keen interest in the schooling of their children, if they exercise this right the future will look after itself. Uniformity is not necessarily the best soil for the growth of personality." The Headmaster concluded his Report by thanking all those, from the Chair man of the Board to the non-European servants, who have co-operated to make the year a pleasant and prosperous one.

PRIZE LIST

Form I: 1st: A. C. Cantreil. 2nd: R. A. Bouman. Neatness: J. C. Stockill. Afrikaans: A. C. Cantreil. Form II: 1st: A. Walsh. 2nd: J. de C. Hinch. 3rd: D. B. Smith. Afrikaans: T. R. Green. Afrikaans progress: A. Walsh. Form III: 1st: R. W. Simpson. 2nd: D. L. Pike and B. G. Williams. 3rd: P. J. Reece. Progress, 3b: J. V. Crewe, M. J. Don Wauchope, M. J. Storm. Progress, 3c: C. H. Garnett. Form IV; 1st: I. M. Chalmers. 2nd: R. J. Robbins. 3rd: D. B. Homer. Afrikaans: D. B. Homer. Form V: 1st: J. R. Tedder. 2nd: A. R. Schruer. 3rd: M. D. W. Silburn. Afrikaans: S. Cohen. Afrikaans Debating Society: D. Deenik. Industry: C. C. Foxon. Form VI; 1st: V. H. Dawes. 2nd: V. C. Milne. 3rd: N. R. Cross. Afrikaans: G. V. Green. Afrikaans Debating Society: B. L. Cohen. Industry: J. A. Cunningham and P. J. Ryan. Subject Prixes: Hindson Memorial Prize for Literature—Senior: J. T. Giles Junior: D. V. Thompson. Mathematics: V. H. Dawes. Biology: U. G. Groom. Physical Science: V. C. Milne. Ben Milner Memorial Prize for Biology: E. A. Hermanson.

Art: Senior: I. M. Chalmers. Modelling: M. G. Harvey. Pottery: R. G. Wilkins.

Music: Senior: A. J. W. Hoad and C. Coggin. Junior: P. J. Reece. Royal School of Music: Grade V (practical): A. J. W. Hoad. Grade V (theory): C. S. Keen and D. L. Pike.

Honours Awards: Athletics and Rugby: P. J. Ryan. Cricket: U. G. Groom and D. E. Perry. Rugby: K. L. Brazier. Swimming: N. R. Cross.

42 Trophies; Robbin's Cup Inter-House Shooting Competition: Finningley (Capt.: J. C. Pettit). Ken Trotter Shield for Highest Score in Imperial Challenge Competition: G. R. Groom (96). Immelman Trophy for the best Sportsman of the Year: P. J. Ryan. King's Cup for Cricket: U. G. Groom. Payne Shield for Tennis (Inter-House Competition): Gillingham House. Polkinghorne Cup (Senior Singles Championship): P. Court. Hulett Cup (Junior Singles Championship): J. A. H. Lowe. Fielding Prize: U. G. Groom.

THE LAYING OF THE FOUNDATION STONE OF PEMBROKE HOUSE

Ever since Kearsney moved to Botha's Hill, In 1939, the addition of a third big House has been in the thoughts of the School, and as a result of most generous help from many friends, the culmination of those thoughts can be seen in the building now nearing completion. September 3rd, 1955, was distinguished by the visit to the School of the Administrator of Natal, the Hon. D. G. Shepstone, who came to lay the foundation stone. On a day of brilliant sunshine the large gathering in front of the new House heard the Administrator's tribute to the work of private schools in educating the boys and girls of this Province. To the House system in particular he gave credit for the promotion of those qualities of loyalty and co-operation which were so important to the success of civilised societies, and for this reason he was particularly glad to be laying the foundation stone of a new School House. The House has been named Pembroke in honour of the late A. H. Smith, O.B.E., for many years a good friend not only to Kearsney College, but to young people everywhere. Pembroke House is honoured by the association of the names of Mr. Smith and Mr. Shepstone with its foundation, and may confidently look forward to a happy and successful future.

SCHOOL NOTES

"Come to Sunny South Africa" is one of those misleading suggestions which have no reference whatever to Botha's Hill. For the third consecutive year the final term has seen little but drizzle and mist, miserable and depressing, and playing such havoc with cricket that many juniors hardly seem to have handled a bat. By way of compensation it has been generally agreed that it has been "grand weather for swotting."

43 We congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins on the birth of a son, Robin, brother to Shaun and Liege, and Mr. and Mrs. Metcalf on the arrival of their firstborn, Jane. May they bring much happiness in their train, and not too many sleepless nights. Mr. Colley left us early this year and is nov/ working with Lever Bros., near Salisbury. Mr. Coliey had been with the School since we moved to Botha's Hill, and all through these years his master-hand was evident in the structural developments at Kearsney. His genius was at its best in the inventing and designing of apparatus and "gadgets" for school functions, and his imaginative ability was quite outstanding. Throughout his years here Mr. Colley was always most ready to help staff and boys with their difficulties and he was seldom found at a loss. We wish him and his family happiness in Rhodesia. We welcome Mr. Montague, who succeeded Mr. Colley, and trust that he and his family will have happy and useful years in our midst (we nearly said " mist"). We have watched Pembroke House grow, with much interest, and at the time of writing are still wondering whether it will be ready. It is a magnificent building. We congratulate: Mr. and Mrs. Tedder on celebrating their silver wedding. Mr. Best on being selected to manage the Nuffield Schools side at . Lesley Beatty and Clare Tedder on obtaining theii B.Sc.'s. P. J. Ryan, on establishing his claim as one of the fastest schoolboy sprinters in the country. His 100 yards in Durban was officially clocked at 9.9 sees, and unofficially at 9.7, but a following wind prevented the times being allowed. P. J. Reece, on gaining the award for his section of the 1955 S.A. Navy League Essay Competition, open to the whole country. He wrote on" The part played by the Merchant Navy in the economy of our country." A Fifth and Fourth Form Quiz Team, consisting of P. Baynash, C. Moses, I. M. Chalmers and D. B. Homer, paid a visit to Epworth in October, and won, by 53 points to 41, the annual Quiz organised by Mr. Reece. We should like to thank our Sister School for the warmth of their welcome and hospitality. On August 19th Professor S. F. Bush gave the School an interest ing lantern lecture on "The Frogs of Natal and Zululand." Visits have been paid by selected groups of boys to the chemical factory at Umbogintwini, to Wentworth beach for biological research, to the Daily News Printing Press, to the Durban Medical School, and to "The Importance of being Earnest" in Maritzburg.

44 News of Past Staff. Mr. I. van den Berg has left Michaelhouse, after five years, and has been appointed acting Headmaster of KwambonambI School, Zululand. Mr. R. W. Brown, who taught at Mbabane, Swaziland, for some years, and then accepted a teaching post In Scotland, Is returning, we hear, with his family, to Johannesburg early this year.

CHAPEL NOTES

On Sunday evening, September 4th, the S.A.B.C. Choir, under the direction of Mr. Leonard Pearce, visited us again and gave us another memorable evening of music composed for the services of the Church from the sixteenth century to the present day. Such music has an Inspiration all its own, an Inspiration that springs from centuries of worship and adoration In the high-arched cathedrals of the Continent and England, and this Choir does full justice to It beneath the lofty roof of our own Chapel. Their balance. Intonation and range of expression make their singing a delight to listen to, and we are grateful to them for always responding so willingly to an invitation to come and sing to us. The Remembrance Sunday Cadet Church Parade was as impressive an occasion as in past years, and we are glad to have a very large number of parents and other visitors to share our Tribute with us. We were happy that Mr. R. H. Matterson, who knew them all so well, could be present this year to read the names from the Roll of Honour. The sincerity and reverence with which the School enters into this Remembrance makes it indeed a valid and real Tribute from the Present to the Past, and it does much to confirm and strengthen the common allegiance of all who come to Kearsney. There is a lot to look forward to as the end of the school-year approaches, and one of the events most keenly anticipated, both inside and outside the School, is the Carol Service. On Friday evening, December 2nd, the Chapel was filled to capacity, and the large congregation thoroughly enjoyed the selection of old and modern Christmas carols that the Choir sang to them under the direction of Mr. Reece. Although a slight epidemic of a minor illness robbed the Choir of its full strength and caused the Choir master some anxiety, none of the listeners at any rate was aware of any difficulties, and the singing of the carols was admirably done.

45 The Board of Governors has recently delegated control of the Chapel and Its finances to a Chapel Trust Advisory Committee consisting of the Superintendent Minister, the Chaplain, and repre sentatives of the Governors, the Staff and the boys. The Committee will meet quarterly or as often as is necessary, and will report twice- yearly to the Board. Its principal duties will be to see to the maintenance of the building and the grounds, and also to clear the debt of just over £1,000 which still remains. The Committee has already arranged to have two lamp standards erected to light the central pathway to the main door. Baptisms. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. K. B. Theunlssen on bringing their baby to be baptised in the Chapel during the Half and also to Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Metcalf on the baptism of their daughter, Janet, at the beginning of the Sunday morning service on November 13th. We hope that as the years go by an Increasing number of Old Boys and their families will be glad to make the Chapel a use and a blessing to them. Thirteen boys were confirmed by the Bishop of Natal at St. Agnes Church, Kloof, on Sunday, December 4th. We offer them our congratulations and our warmest wishes for spiritual grace and strength. Organ Recitals. As It appeared that a number of people were prevented by other engagements from attending the afternoon Recitals, It was decided to try holding them In the evening In the place of one of the services. This experiment seems to have been a success as rather more visitors have attended and the organ Is heard to greater advantage since the "echoes " of the Chape! are damped down considerably when the greater part of the School Is present. The only difficulty Is to find visiting organists who are able to come to play to us In the evening. However, It Is hoped to continue evening recitals next year. August 28th: Mr. G. M. Oram. Two movements from Sonata No. 12 in D flat (Rheinberger); Funeral March and Hymn of Seraphs (Guiimant); Intermezzo and Sortie (Thiman). September 25th: Mrs. Charma D. Lepke. Two Choral Preludes (Brahms); Allegro Vivace from Water Music Suite (Handel): Allegro Vivace from Sonata No. 2 (Mendelssohn): Toccata from Fifth Symphony (Widor). November 13th.- Mr. Brian Goodwin, A.R.C.O. "Fiddle" fugue in D minor (Bach): Study in B minor (Schumann): TubaTune (Lang): Prelude on Darwall's N8th (Darke). Miss Marjory McConvill sang "Be Thou with Me" and "Sheep may Safely Graze" (Bach) and songs by Mendelssohn and Reger. Organ Fund. It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good, and when Mr. and Mrs. Tudor Davies recently sold their home at Botha's Hill they generously gave a miscellaneous collection of excellent household articles to Mr. Reece for sale on behalf of the Organ Fund. The proceeds totalled £53 and this amount is noted as a contribution from their son who was at Kearsney from 1949 to 1950. I am very grateful to the Tudor Davies family for their kind and generous thought, and also to Mr. Reece for the trouble he took to arrange the sale of the articles. G. M. O.

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Housemaster: V. L. Clegg, B.Sc. Assistant: R. Rutherford-Smith, M.A. Matron: Mrs. A. M. Brechin. Head Prefect: B. L. Cohen. Prefects: N. R. Cross, C. J. Dukes, U. G. Groom. A report of this kind seems inevitably to feature the highlights of the school year, and often leaves out of account the humdrum day-to-day life of the House. But it is the humdrum everyday things that really make or mar the happiness of our lives here. Therefore, above all other achievements, it must be noted that this has been a very happy year, and those who contributed to this are not always those who figure in academic successes, theatrical pro grammes, and sporting honours boards. They are the ordinary citizens, whose cheerful loyalty and comradeship is the real measure of the House's solidarity. After that come the many individual successes in all spheres of the School's activities. The prefects have carried out their duties with systematic efficiency: but they have done more than that; the interest they have taken in the running of the House has made the masters' task so much the easier. Head Prefect Cohen has rendered quite excep tional service, and a token of our appreciation was presented to him at a House ceremony. Gillingham made its mark in the cultural activities of the College during the year. Several of its members figured in "The Tempest," M. Swinton being outstanding in the part of Ariel. The Impromptu House Concerts were revived this year with great success. Gillingham presented theirs during the third term to show Finningley how to do it. J. T. Giles was an energetic and fluent Prime Minister of the Parliamentary Debating Society, and many other members of Gillingham added to the interest and amusement of that institution. B. L. Cohen and D. Deenik were mainstays of the Afrikaanse Vereeniging: and a large proportion of the members of the Chess Club came from Gillingham. Members of the House carried their capabilities on to the sports fields to good effect. Tennis. P. Court captained the team, which contained 4 Gillingham members, of whom 3 gained colours awards.

47 Swimming. Gillingham won the exciting and closely contended Gala, and 3 new records fell to Cross, Lewis and van der Post. B. Cohen, Cross and Lewis won colours awards, and Cross his honours. Athletics. The Athletic Sports was won by Gillingham, who took 5 of the new records, and 7 colours awards. Shooting. Gillingham fittingly demonstrated its pacific nature by conceding the Inter-House Shooting Competition to Finningley. Cricket. U. G. Groom captained the School 1st XI and gained his honours award. Of the 8 Gillingham members of the 1st XI 6 won their team colours. Rugby. Longhurst captained the School 1st XV, of whom 10 were Gillingham boys. Eight colours awards went to these members, and Brazier won his honours. We say good-bye to the following members who ere leaving the School: B. L. Cohen, N. R. Cross, C. J. Dukes, U. G. Groom, I. S. D. Alexander, D. J. Taylor, G. C. Hayward and J. W.Williams. Several of our number have also been chosen as pioneer colonists to Pembroke House. We wish them luck in their new home. We pay tribute to the gracious way in which the Matron has ministered to the comfort and well-being of the House. We are not always conscious of the work that this entails, especially when it is done so efficiently, and with so little ostentation. Mr. and Mrs. Clegg are to be on long leave for the first half of 1956. Our best wishes for a very happy holiday go to them and their children. During Mr. Clegg's absence, Mr. J. Storm will be in charge in Gillingham, and we wish him every success and happiness while he is with us. R. R-S.

FINNINGLEY PHANTASY

We have enjoyed a very full year; disappointments there have been, but generally we can look back upon a year of achievement. Sister Anderson enjoyed her three months leave in England in the third term very much. During her absence Mrs. Sambrook held the fort. We all wish to thank her for her hard work and gracious- ness. Finningley unites in wishing Sister Anderson many full and happy years as Matron of the new Pembroke House when she takes the reins there next year. We thank her for all she has done for Finningley House. So much of our comfort and well-being is due to her hard work. We are happy that Mrs. Sambrook is to return to us to fill the gap Sister Anderson leaves.

48 Finningley congratulates Giliingham on Its many successes in 1955. Giliingham won the Athletic Sports for the second year in succession by her more concerted efforts as a House. Whilst we once more enjoyed more individual talent, Giliingham, by her greater concentration upon the team spirit, deservedly won the day. Giliingham, too, retained the honours in the very successful Swimming Gala held in November, once more by her greater efforts as a House. Next year, with the advent of Pembroke House, great interest should be evident in the three-cornered contests which will be inaugurated. Finningley retained the Robbins Cup for Inter- House shooting and won the new cup for Inter-House cricket. This cricket is that played by the various" cake " divisions. It has truly been said that this is the nursery of the game in the School! One evening an Inter-House Table Tennis Tournament was held; Giliingham won this. It is to be hoped that next year Finningley will rely less upon her "stars " in the various branches of sport and more upon the keen participation of every fit boy in the House. Giliingham entertained the School in the third term to a most delightful Concert. So entertaining it proved that the Jobs in Finningley gloomed that we should never reach so high a standard. However, in the fourth term came our turn. Thanks to Mr. Glass and a small band of most energetic helpers, there was no doubt that our effort was of the same high standard as Gillingham's. Some idea of the effort made by the House may be gained when it is known that over fifty boys played their parts in the concert. It is to be hoped that these concerts will continue. They produce much fun and reveal much hidden talent. We congratulate V. H. Dawes (Milner-Finningley) on being Dux of the School in 1955. Academic achievements are dear to our hearts, and we hope that all Finningley boys will strive to shine, not only on the fields of sport, but also in academic realms. Deon van den Heever's long illness has saddened us. We pray that he may be given strength to bear his pain. All those of us who were able to visit him were humbled by his cheerful bravery and fortitude. He is a truly brave lad. (We regret to report that Deon passed away early in February.—Ed.) Our prefects this year maintained the standards of justice and fairplay we expect of them. There was a very happy atmosphere in the House throughout the year, and this, in great measure, was due to the wise and tolerant lead given to us by Fearnhead, Milne, Pettit and Ryan. We thank them, and wish them every success in their future. All those in Finningley who return in 1956 wish God-speed to those who have left us to take the next step in their careers. We shall follow their progress with the interest a family has for its sons.

49 To those few who, of necessity, have been transferred to Pembroke we wish every success in their new House. Whilst we expect them to transfer their loyalty to it, we trust they will ever gratefully remember their time with us.

KEARSNEY PARLIAMENT

Programme 12th August: "That the present trend of negotiations between the U.S.A. and the Soviet Union will not lead to ultimate world peace." Proposed by the Prime Minister (J. T. Giles). Motion carried. 26th August: "That the S.A.R. be denationalised." Proposed by the hon. member for Maritzburg District (D. P. Black). Motion lost. 23rd September:" That modern man is happier than his counterpart of 100 years ago." Proposed by Miss Jillian Ramsden and seconded by Miss Olwen Stein of St. Mary's; opposed by J. C. Pettit and A. J. Hoad. Motion carried. 10th October: "That television and radio be nationalised." Proposed by the Hon. Minister for Posts & Tele graphs (N. Hayward). Motion carried by one vote. Ath November: "That South Africa's only hope lies in having separate states for the white and the black." Proposed by Hon. Minister for Health & Social Services (J. Cunningham). Motion lost. 18th November: "That all towns should have a separate township where the native employees can live." Proposed by the Prime Minister. Motion lost. We were very pleased to welcome our friends from St. Mary's, and enjoyed both the debate and the fellowship afterwards. Speaking impa.-tiaily we feel that Kearsney had the better arguments, without the command of language of the opposition, and the final voting may have been due to the fact that the home voters voted for and against, whereas the visitors voted only for themselves! Come again St. Mary's. The other meetings were conducted in enthusiastic style, the best speeches coming from Cohen and Biack in connection with the Nationalisation of Railways, and the best thought from H. Timm in his brief speech against St. Mary's:" Happiness is a condition which arises from within, and is independent of time or age."

50 JUNIOR DEBATING SOCIETY

Secretary: G. Hayward. Committee: P. Mudie, J. Dowdle, D. Pike. At times uproariously, at others less so—but never dignified— the Third Formers in the House, assisted by the occasional senior, came to a variety of decisions during the first half of the year. They thought, strangely enough, that it was not a good idea to have girl friends. Later on—perhaps out of regret at reaching such a hasty decision—they concluded that co-education was more desirable than the segregation of the sexes in separate schools. The proposers of the motion that teenagers should read more classics won the day. The debaters showed an equally serious outlook when they decided that the leaders of England and Russia were more important people than Tom and Jerry of cartoon fame. The society held a quiz, a hat debate, and an eliminating contest to decide which of seven passengers in an aircraft should have the solitary parachute in the event of an emergency. Early in the Third Term we visited Epworth High School. An interesting debate was held in the school library on the motion: "That the Modern Girl is more degenerate than the girl of her Grandmother's day." This was proposed by Epworth, and the young ladies succeeded in persuading themselves and a number of Kearsney boys that this is indeed the case. At the College the Society continued its weekly meetings. Among the motions proposed were the following: "That every man should have a hobby," "That professionalism ruins sport," "That newspapers are a menace to society," and (the hardy annual) "That the female is the superior sex." Altogether it has been a successful year, and we trust that the members, in graduating to the Kearsney Parliament next year, will find that they have benefited from their association with the Junior Debating Society. S. G.

AFRIKAANSE VERENIGING

Die Afrikaanse Vereniging het 'n baie geslaagde jaar agter die rug, danksy die vlyt van 'n ywerige en baie pligsgetroue komitee, en die getrouheid waarmee die meeste lede—ongelukkig nie almal nie—die vergaderings bygewoon het.

51 Die jaar se verrigtlnge Is afgesiuit met 'n bale genotvolle vielsbraal. Daar kan seker geen sprekender bewys wees van die geslaagdheld van hierdle funksle nie, as die felt dat daar nog viels en wors oorgeskiet het! Program vir tweede helfte van jaar: 5 Augustus: Debat:" Wat speel die grootste rol In die wireld vandag? Geld, Die Brein, Die Llefde?" 2 September: Debat: "Dat dit wensllk Is dat 'n stelsel van ont- groenlng by Kearsney Ingevoer word." 16 September Debat: "Dat die doodstraf In Suld-Afrlka afgeskaf moet word." 14 Oktober: Onvoorberelde Toesprake. G. E. B.

CHOIR

In spite of the doubts expressed with regard to Its balanced quality, the Choir gave a very creditable performance In the Annual School Concert. The basses are to be commended for rising to the occasion, after giving some anxiety; the tenors, for their quick and accurate learning of parts; the trebles (most of them!), for opening their mouths and holding their own against rather heavy odds; and all of them, for putting such lively spirit Into the programme. We noted particularly the voices of Timm, Swinton, Thompson minor and Simpson minor, and thoroughly enjoyed the concert. Programme

Percussion Band "Hungarian Dance' Brahms "T rumpet Tune" Purcell Choir "Pilgrims Chorus" ..... Wagner Tenors, Baritones, Basses "Gaudeamus Igitur" Traditional Trebles "Rolling down to Rio" E. German Piano Solo (Hood) "Clair de Lune" Debussy Tenor Solo (Timm) "Road to the Isles" Hebridean Choir "Song of the Hebrides" (Arr. for parts R. Q.) Treble Duet (Simpson & Thompson) "Fairest Evening" Offenbach Trebles and Aitoes (Simpson, Thompson, Blackburn, Brown, V. de Heever, Coleman) "Where the Bee Sucks" (Arr. R. Q.) Piano Solos (Mr. Quarmby) Choir "Country Gardens" Cecil Sharpe Quintet (Swinton, Poikinghorne, Thompson, Timm, Ford) "The Gendarmes" Offenbach Trebles "The Vagabond" (Arr. R. Q.) Tenors and Basses "We Sail the Ocean Blue" (from "Pinafore ") Tenors "Drinking Song" (from "Student Prince")

52 Two Pianos (tAr. Oram and Mr. Quarmby) "Jam:\ican Rumba" V. Benjamin Tenor Solo (Swinton) "The Road to Mandalay "... O. Speaks Trumpet Solos (Milne) "Trumpet Voluntary" J. Clarke "Trumpet Tune" Purcell Piano Solos (Mr. Quarmby) "Un Sospiro" Liszt Two Valses Chopin Duet (Swinton and Timm) "The King's Highway" ... L. Coward For the Carol Service we had the usual weathe**— le.i.vy drizzle all day and a peasoup fog at night—and yet we had th";' sual supjDort from parents and friends. Those who travel far on such a night show, by their very fortitude, how much th.-' enjoy the Christmas atmosphere of this service. The choir, wea ned by absentees in the sick bay, sang as well as its qualities pern.it, for it has not been one of our best years, and all are to be congratulated on the amount of willingness they showed to work hard. The carols were greatly enjoyed. The service was most ably conducted by Rev. J. V. Cantrell, who gave a brief and well-constructed message on the lessons of Christmas. On the following Sunday the choir travelled to Kloof Church to present part of their programma. Programme Hymn . "O Come, Ail Ye Faithful." Lection: Luke i, 26-23 (Gabriel). Carols. "Gabriel's Message." "A Day, a Day of Glory." Lection: Luke II, 1-7 (The Birth). Carols . "Dear Little Infant." "Love came down at Christmas." Hymn . "Hark, the Heraid Angels Sing." Lection: Luke II, 8-14 (The Angels). Carols. " Wherefore this Great Joy ?" "Sing Luilaby." Lection: Matt. II, 1-2, 7-11 (Wise Men). Carols. "We Three Kings of Orient." "The Holly and the Ivy." Hymn . "Stil the Night."

ART AND CRAFTS

This year's Art and Crafts Exhibition by Junior House and Extra Art boys was perhaps notable for variety of work, and the Library presented a gay scene with over four hundred exhibits. Going forward from a series of brush drawings entitled "How I came to School," adorning the staircase, and for which artists were given a free hand (and apparently arrived at Kearsney in various curious ways, from swimming under water to being drojiped by parachute), we progressed to repeat patterns in stencilling, brush work and potato cutting, to tile designs, lamp shades, pottery

53 and modelling, book jackets and studies of still life in charcoal, water colour, etc. Christmas cards and decorations added a festive air to the scene. Prizes this year were won as follows:— Drawing and Painting |. Chalmers. Clay Modelling M. Harvey. ''o«ery R. Wi I kins'. Special Prizes:— Headmaster's Christmas Card Competition C. Keen (Form II) and L. H. Turvey (Form I). Mrs. Lutley's Prizes for Lettering A. E. Bath (Form II) and A. M. Webber(Form I). M/ss Desseiss' prize for improve ment in Pottery D. Woods. Miss Desseiss is now in charge of pottery and modelling. At her home she has her own studio and facilities to glaze and fire pottery, so that we have been enabled to go further ahead, and boys are taking much interest in this section. Lettering also has been the means of creating enthusiastic work, and several boys appear to have a definite leaning towards commercial art, which might lead to a successful career in their future. In this short article mention cannot be made of individual work, some of which was outstanding. Reference should be made however of the frieze—"The Circus," a joint effort in powder colour by Taylor and Coggin, which is probably good enough for an Inter-School Exhibition, but was completed too late for entry this year. S. L.

HOUSE CONCERTS The impulse to play the fool is a normal one, as long as It is spontaneous and unorganised. Put the demonstrator upon a stage, where an audience is officially present, and the fountain-head dries up and is replaced by an embarrassing self-consciousness. The value of the informal House Concert lies, therefore, not in the high quality of the production, but in the spontaneity of expression and the heartening revelation that it is possible to be uninhibited, even on the stage! For nobody worries—not even when the prosecutor, thoroughly entangled, accuses Guy Fawkes of having discovered America, and he, poor wretch, can think up no answer but a miserable" I'm sorry, sir." The gayest laughter came from the impersonations. I wonder why it is that masters' mannerisms which, in the classroom, cause not even the raising of an eyelid, produce shrieks of delirious laughter

54 when imitated on the stage! Impersonations by Swinton, Winder and Chambers were extremely clever, very recognizable, and very well taken by the victims. Mr. Rutherford-Smith, too, resembling more the witch of Endor than a film star, presented a telling picture of a curveless Monroe achieving her heart's desire to play straight, impersonating Charles Boyer impersonating Hamlet. There were ballets and bevies of beauty—so attractive that we who know the artists in their unadorned state are wondering just how beautiful a film star really is before she starts improving on nature. There were numerous playlets, with siick timing by the curtain-puliers, and there was music, of sorts. In quality, Chalmer's puppet show took the prize. This revealed the hand of the professional, especially in the Dance Macabre, where not only did the skeleton perform hideously, but where his iimbs became disintegrated, floated about the stage, and ultimately assembled again. What a worthwhile hobby! Finally we must commend the comperes, M. Hulett and R. Parkes, for keeping the fun going so admirably. J. F. R.

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY

The "season of mists" is here again, bringing "mellow fruit- fulness" to everything except the study of astronomy. At this time of year we are tempted to exchange our instrument for a Radio Telescope, which, we are given to understand, would treat with contempt even the mists of Botha's Hill! We have had few nocturnal peeps into the Universe, but during the day the Sun has been given more of our attention than it usually gets, on account of a rather unusual development of sunspots. This year marks the beginning of another cycle, when one would expect minimum sunspot activity, but, already, large spots are grouping on each side of the equator and can be seen gradually moving westwards across Old Sol's face. It is easy to tell how long he takes to look around at his family of planets by observing the spot groups—about 24^ days at the equator and a few days longer north or south, apparently proving that he is not co-ordinated, or that some of his family need watching more than others! The last cycle started in 1944 and within two years produced the biggest spot recorded up to that time; but a year later, in 1947, it produced a bigger one, covering an area large enough to swallow up nearly 100,000 earths!

55 The effects of the present spots have already been felt on earth by sudden fade-outs In high-frequency radio transmission over the whole of the daylight side. We do not wish to spread undue alarm and therefore predict that, no matter how large the sunspots become, Springbok Radio will be working as usual next term! R. Q.

PERCUSSION BAND

The School Concert tested the band's concentration to the extreme, but it performed very well and provided a lively opening to the programme. The addition of a xylophone has given the band new lustre and it cannot now be accused of playing out of tune! They have grown fond of some of the music introduced to them through this medium, especially the beautiful Andante from Schubert's C major Symphony, and perhaps the wild Hungarian music of Brahms. Boys who have had no other musical benefit than this from the rehearsals have at least had extra lessons in arithmetic and have accomplished something, for who can count four beats in the bar for nineteen or twenty bars and then come in with a precise tap on drum or triangle without feeling a sense of achievement?

YACHT CLUB Committee: J. Shave, H. Bouman, W. Badsey, R. Williams, N. Stott. As it was discovered that there were a number of boys interested in sailing, it was decided to start a Yacht Club at the beginning of this year. A committee was elected and fortnightly meetings arranged. Many members had had little experience of sailing so the first meetings were devoted to the elementary matters of learning the parts of the yacht and the nomenclature of the rigging. When these were mastered special attention was given to learning the various knots that are used in sailing. This proved of great practical value to the members. The first lecture was given by Mr. Gerston and Mr. Beningfield. They brought up a model yacht, which was the envy of all, and explained the finer points of boat construction. Then the lecturers discussed ways in which the yachtsman could benefit from the experience gained by model yachtsmen in regard to the set of sails and the positioning of the mast. This proved to be a most instructive talk.

56 Prattical demonstrations were given by Mr. Osier on his yacht "Frivolity," which was scraped and repainted in the workshop during the second term. The year's activities came to a happy close with a full day's expedition to Durban Bay where members were taken out on yachts and cabin cruisers kindly lent by friends. The wind was strong though freaky and the sailing gave the boys all the thrills that they hoped to have. It was a pleasant end to the year's activities.

RUGBY FOOTBALL

The 1st XV had a fairly successful season and although we did not win many matches, it was very pleasing to see that we were one of the few schools prepared to play open rugby. As a result of this we were invited to play two curtain-raisers on Kingsmead and one on the Track ground. The first one on Kingsmead was a curtain-raiser to the Natal v. Northern Transvaal match and the second one to the Natal v. Lions match. In every match this season our forwards were lighter than their opponents, with the result that our three-quarters, who were always very dangerous when they got the ball quickly, were starved of opportunities. With our increased numbers from 1956 we should be able to overcome this difficulty in about three years' time. Congratulations to Ryan and Brazier on their honours award, and to the following on their team colours award; Ryan, Longhurst, Brazier, Pienaar, Groenewald, M. Hulett, B. Hulett, Chaplin, Dawes, B. Cohen, Pettit. Ryan was the principal try-scorer, with twelve tries, while conversions were fairly evenly shared, with Longhurst leading with seven. MATCHES 13th August vs. PORT NATAL Away Lost 0—22 In the first half Kearsney missed several opportunities whereas Port Natal capitalised on our mistakes, the first 9 points coming from two drop-goals and a penalty. Ovenstone, injured early in the game, retired at half-time. Our forwards did very well In holding a far heavier pack and winning the line-outs. During the second half the Port Natal backs scored three times, two tries being converted. 20th August vs. DURBAN TECH. Home Won 6—3 Kearsney forwards played well, winning the line-outs and breaking even in the scrums. The backs, however, had little thrust and threw away many opportunities. Our score came from two unconverted tries in the first half, both of which were scored by Ryan. Tech. gained three points from a penalty goal In the second half and the final score was 6—3 in Kearsney's favour. With our wings starved and the centres off their usual form its was a disappointing match.

57 27th August vs. GLENWOOD Away Lost 3—8 Extremely windy weather conditions made anticipation of the bounce of the ball difficult. Kearsney playing Into the wind for the first half, did well to hold a superior pack. We broke almost even In the scrums but were down slightly on the llne-outs. Glenwood scored one try, which was converted, as was a penalty In front of the posts. This made the half-time score 8—0. With the wind now behind them, Kearsney, pressing hard, received their reward when Groom put over a penalty. Owing mainly to the wind two other penalties were missed and the final score was 8—3.

3rd September vs. OLD BOYS Home Won 20—11 Against the very substantial ghosts from the past, Kearsney played a good game. The forwards were constantly on the ball and during the first hectic twenty minutes had a hard time holding the Old Boys' forwards as well as they did. However, during this time, showing shades of past brilliance, the Old Boys scored 8 points, while Kearsney scored another 5. In the second half the un- fltness of the Old Boys soon showed, and to their one try Kearsney replied with four. Ryan, Francis, Fearnhead and Groenewald scored the four Kearsney tries, all of which Groom converted, making the final score 20—1 1. 10th September vs. ST. CHARLES Away Won 5—3 Playing their final game this season, as curtain-raiser on KIngsmead, Kearsney won a return match against St. Charles. Having previously been defeated by this team, our forwards played like Trojans to take the majority of the scrums. It was the flank forwards and eighth man, however, who deserve most of the praise. From the start and throughout the game they caught Landers and prevented him getting his line away or, as he successfully did In the previous game, breaking Individually. The line tackled well but did not feed Ryan sufficiently. For this reason he had few chances to break. One glorious run, however, was to fall to him and he scored In the St. Charles' corner. Longhurst, who was extremely unlucky, when a penalty kick of his struck the post and bounced clear, converted a hard kick to make it a sensational final ten minutes. St. Charles scored through a penalty In the first half.

Second XV vs. DURBAN TECH. Won 1 1—8 vs. GLENWOOD Lost 0—6

Under 15 Although the scores may perhaps tend to prove just the opposite, the Under 15 side can look back with a great deal of satisfaction on the past year. Though few in number, certain individual players have shown great improvement and have gained greater confidence in themselves as the season progressed. We look forward with interest to further progress and achievement as these players move up in the school. But after all is said and done, there remains the recollection of a fine spirit throughout the season, and most commendable of all, a spirit of great determination, otten in the face of great odds. The team was very ably led by P. Russell.

58 RESULTS OF MATCHES vs. DURBAN TECH. Lost 3— 9 vs. GLENWOOD Lost 3— 9 vs. PORT NATAL Lost 3—14 vs. PINETOWN Won 22— 0 G. E. B. Under 14 vs. DURBAN TECH. Won 15— 3 vs. PINETOWN Won 38— 0 vs. GLENWOOD Lost 3—14

CRICKET

The cricket in the School was generally of a high standard, and the most noticeable aspect of it was that what players lacked in ability, they certainly made up in keenness. The First Eleven was probably one of the strongest Kearsney has had for some years, with the batting generally strong; but the bowling tended to let the team down at times, mainly because the seam bowlers tended to concentrate their attack outside the wicket. The fielding throughout the School attained a very high standard. First Xi The season was started with a second tour of Grahamstown and district, and our sincere thanks are due to the Kingswood College Council and Mr. Slater, the Kingswood headmaster, for kindly allowing us to stay at the coliege; to Mr. and Mrs. Dacam, who accom modated the whole team at Jagger House, and who went to consider able lengths to see to our needs; and to Mr. Murray, the Kingswood coach, and Messrs. Eric Norton and Harry Birrill of St. Andrews College, who arranged all our fixtures. The tour started off on a very high note, with the Kearsney side putting up a very good performance against a strong Vagabonds side. Unfortunately, the team did not maintain the standard, and ended up by winning one match, drawing two, and losing two matches.

4th October vs. VAGABONDS C.C. At St. Andrews Draw. Mr. Eric Norton, the captain of Vagabonds won the toss on a wet day, and eiected to bat. Vagabonds deciared at i33 for 4 wickets, and at the close of piay, Kearsney had replied with 96 for i wicket. VAGABONDS, 1st innings: 133 for 4 wkts. (Longhurst 3 for 57). Kearsney, ist Innings: 96 for I wkt. (D. Perry 46 not out. Cross 37 not out).

5th October vs. ST. ANDREWS At St. Andrews Lost by 4 wickets. This game was piayed on a matting pitch, and was one of the slowest scoring games that I have ever seen. St. Andrews won the toss and put Kearsney in to bat. it took Kearsney two and three quarter hours to score 76 runs, of which

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M. Hulett scored a fairly rapid 22. St. Andrews could do nothing to increase the rate of scoring, and, batting as painfully as Kearsney did, passed the Kearsney score after two hours and thirty minutes batting. KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 76 (Hulett 22). ST. ANDREWS, 1st Innings: 86 for 6 wkts. (Brazier 3 for 28). 6th October vs. ASSEGAI BUSH At Assegai Bush Won by I wicket. Kearsney journeyed by truck to Assegai Bush and enjoyed a keen game with a team of very capable farmers. The result was in doubt until the last wicket stand which added 23 badly needed runs. ASSEGAI BUSH, 1st Innings: 133 (Longhurst 3 for 23, Brazier 3 for 25). KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 140 (Hagemann 38, Ryan 17 not out). 7th October vs. CUYLERVILLE C.C. At Cuylervlile Lost by 20 runs. Cuylervlile batted first and the Kearsney bowlers, unused to the concrete and matting pitch, found it very difficult to hit the wickets. Brazier, In particular found his deliveries bouncing over the top of the stumps time and time again. He bowled very well indeed. Kearsney started well, but the tail end did not wag at all. CUYLERVILLE, 1st Innings: 151 (Brazier 5 for 32, G. Groom 3 for 28). KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 131 (U. Groom 28, D. Perry 27, Hulett 24).

8th October vs. KINGSWOOD COLLEGE At Kingswood Lost by an innings and 107 runs. Kingswood batted first on a strange wicket, that played fairly well at the beginning of the game, and then played up as surely no other wicket has ever done. Mr. Murray's remark, that you had to win the toss was very true indeed. However, Kingswood well deserved their win, and in Keast, they have an excep tionally fine young cricketer: one whom we will hear more of In years to come. In this match. In the two Kearsney Innings, he took 14 wickets for 15 runs, a truly remarkable performance. KINGSWOOD, 1st Innings: 172 for 6 wkts. dec. (G. Groom 3 for 45). KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 31; 2nd Innings, 34. The team returned to Natal by sea, and the first game was against Hilton, played at Hilton on the 22nd October, 1955. Hilton won the toss and batted on a wicket that was slightly wet from rain. They were soon in serious trouble, but Palmer, batting very well Indeed, soon put them on a sounder footing, and they declared their innings closed at 109 for 6 wickets, shortly after lunch. Kearsney replied well, but rain at 4 p.m. stopped all further play. HILTON: 109 for 6 dec, (Longhurst 4 for 57). KEARSNEY: 56 for 2 wkts. (Haworth 19 not out, D. H. Perry 18 not out). 5th November vs. MARITZBURG COLLEGE At College Lost by 57 runs. College batted first on a good, although slightly damp, wicket, which tended to break up later in the game. They batted very well, no Kearsney bowler causing any real trouble, mainly because they did not attack the stumps. Four out of eight balls per over were well outside the stumps. College declared at 184 for

60 7 wickets, with Higgs piaying a good innings for 63. Kearsney started weli, but too many batsmen faiied, and College were easy winners by 57 runs. COLLEGE: 184 for 7 wkts. dec. (G. Groom 3 for 52). KEARSNEY: 127 (D. Perry 26, Hulett 20, G. Groom 20). 9th November vs. COLLEGIANS C.C. At Kingsmead No. 2 Won by 3 runs. Collegians won the toss, and sent Kearsney in to bat. U. Groom batted well, but Kearsney was dismissed for 77 runs. Pienaar and G. Groom bowled well for Kearsney, and managed to keep up the pressure to dismiss Collegians in an exciting finish, three runs short of their target. KEARSNEY: 77 (U. Groom 24). COLLEGIANS C.C.: 74 (G. Groom 3 for I I, Pienaar 3 for 17). 12th October vs. MICHAELHOUSE At Michaeihouse Draw. Kearsney batted first on a good wicket, and through good batting by the first four batsmen, scored 183 runs, against a defensive field. The Michaeihouse innings was interrupted by an appeal against mist. Following that, they managed to play out time. Conditions for the fielding side became difficult because of the damp ball, which became too wet for the spinners to use. KEARSNEY: 183 (D. Perry 43, Timm 24, D. H. Perry 23, U. Groom 22). MICHAELHOUSE: 68 for 5 wkts. (Pienaar 4 for 24). i6th November vs. KOOKABURRA C.C. At Kingsmead No. 2 Lost by 4 wickets. Kearsney lost the toss and batted first on a good wicket. The batting failed, and only Hulett and Longhurst offered any serious resistance. The Kookaburra club was in difficulties at one time, but some hard hitting by Mr. Drybrugh and Mr. McLean and a very good innings by Mr. Morby-Smith pulled the club side through. KEARSNEY: 106 (Hulett 22, Longhurst 22). KOOKABURRA C.C.: 1 16 for 7 wkts. (Pienaar 5 for 41). 19th November vs. D.H.S. At D.H.S. Draw. This game developed into a very high scoring game, which was fairly even all the time. Kearsney won the toss and batted on a very good wicket. After two wickets had fallen fairly cheaply, U. Groom and D. Perry became associated in an excellent partnership which added 152 runs, and was broken only when Groom was run out after a very bad call. His innings was a masterpiece. With Perry also run out soon after Groom*s-dismissal, the remaining batsmen chased runs at any cost, and wickets fell cheaply. D.H.S. made a spirited reply, Kingsley taking full toll for an easy let off behind the wicket, and was very unfortunate to miss his century by only 6 runs. KEARSNEY: 237 (U. Groom 1 15, Perry 63, Hulett 30). D.H.S.: 197 for 3 wkts. (Beckett 2 for 30). 26th November vs. GLEN WOOD At Glenwood Lost by 9 wickets. Kearsney was put in to bat on a wet pitch, could not cope with the good bowling of Burnell and Bense, and were soon dismissed for the low score of 46. Glenwood batted shortly before lunch, and thanks to their first five batsmen, who batted well, scored 176 before being dismissed. Kearsney's second innings was more like their normal form, and at close of play, they had scored 151 for the loss of 7 wickets. Hulett and U. Groom batted very well in this innings. Beckett bowled very well indeed for Kearsney. KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 46 ,, , „ ,. 2nd Innings: 151 for 7 wkts. (Hulett 55 not out, U. Groom 25). GLENWOOD, 1st Innings: 176 (Becket 6 for 66).

61 3rd December vs. STANDARD C.C. At Maritzbure Draw. ® Rain, unfortunately, put an end to a very Interesting game, but considering the weather at the time, we were very lucky indeed to play at all. Kearsney batted first on a very wet wicket, that did not dry out at all throughout the day. U. Groom, D. Perry and Ryan batted well to enable Kearsney to score 157 all out. The Standard club replied with 55 for two when rain stopped all further play, in a game which promised to be very Interesting. KEARSNEY: 157 (U. Groom 40, Ryan 36, Hulett 20). STANDARD C.C.: 55 for 2 wkts.

Natal Offord Schools Week The Kearsney team in this week never showed Its true form, and certainly produced Its worst form on two occasions. U. Groom was very unlucky to miss a place in the Natal Schools team, but was later invited to play, along with Hulett, to replace members of the team who had been called up on military service. Groom was not available because of A.C.F. training, but we congratulate Hulett on his selection, although he did not play eventually, because military leave was granted to all players selected for the Nuffield Week. Hulett was, however, awarded his Schools Colours and his Kearsney Honours. 12th December vs. GLENWOOD At Hoy Park No. i Lost by 10 wickets. Kearsney was put In to bat on a wet wicket, and fared very badly indeed. No batsman was at home at any time. The game started late, at 1.30 p.m., and Kearsney was all out at 3 p.m. for the low score of 69. Glenwood batted well, passed our score with no wicket down, and at 5 p.m. had scored 91 for the loss of 2 wickets. KEARSNEY: 69. GLENWOOD: 91 for 2 wkts. (Beckett 2 for 20). 13th December vs. MANSFIELD At Technical College No. 2 Won by 59 runs. All teams again had wet wickets to contend with, and Kearsney, put in to bat, did fairly well to score 68 all out. Mansfield fared badly, and could do nothing against the very accurate attack of Longhurst and Brazier. The second innings produced some quick scoring by Kearsney and some quick wickets for Mansfield, but even batting for only an hour, Kearsney did not have enough time to dismiss Mansfield a second time. KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 68 (Longhurst 19). 2nd Innings: 78 for 8 dec. (D. Perry 26 not wt). MANSFIELD, 1st Innings: 29 (Longhurst 6 for 16, Plenaar 2 for 0). 2nd Innings: 43 for 3 (Dukes 2 for 10). 14th December vs. ST. CHARLES At Kingsmead No. 2 Won by 4 wickets. St. Charles batted first on a good pitch, and but for Kennedy, might have had to struggle. Once again, the Kearsney seam bowlers did not attack the stumps. Kearsney batted well, particularly Hulett and D. Perry. D. H. Perry was run out carelessly, when he looked set for a good score. ST. CHARLES: 141 (Longhurst 4 for 28, Brasier 3 for 35). KEARSNEY: 146 for 6 wkts. (Hulett 51 not out, D. Perry 50).

62 15th December vs. MICHAELHOUSE At Technical College No. I Draw. Rain again took a hand in the games, and Kearsney batted first on a wet wicket that did not reaiiy improve very much aii day. Owing to a very fine innings indeed by U. Groom, Kearsney scored i38 aii out. Groenewaid, Pienaar and Hulett aiso batted weil. Michaelhouse never looked like scoring the runs, and the game, which at one time looked like being a close one, petered out into a draw. ' KEARSNEY: 138 (U. Groom 48, Groenewaid 28, Huiett 26, Pienaar 19 not out). MICHAELHOUSE: 67 for 7 wkts. (Longhurst 3 for 23).

16th December vs. D.H.S. At Hoy Park No. I Lost by 10 wickets. In this game D.H.S. made no bones about giving Kearsney a good hiding. The game again started late because of very wet pitches, and Kearsney, sent in to bat, were soon in trouble, and did not get out of it. D.H.S. dismissed Kearsney for 22, mainly through very good seam bowling by Cohen and Reid, and aiso because of rank bad batting by Kearsney. D.H.S. weathered the pitch for the first vital half hour, and then, batting very well, put on 100 runs for the opening wicket. Kearsney fared very much better in the second innings, and at close of play D. Perry and Hulett were scoring runs freely. KEARSNEY, 1st Innings: 22 2nd Innings: 102 for 3 wkts. (D. Perry 35 not out, Hulett 28 not out). D.H.S., 1st Innings: 132 for 2 wkts.

Second XI The Second XI had a verf successful season, and showed a keen, fighting spirit in all their matches. The First XI made some fairl)r heaY)r demands on them, the most successful of whom were Pienaar and Beckett. November 5th vs. MARITZBURG COLLEGE Won by 48 runs KEARSNEY: 145 (Beckett 48). COLLEGE: 97 (Pienaar 6 for 23).

November 12th vs. MICHAELHOUSE Draw (Rain stopped play) MICHAELHOUSE: 192 for 8 dec. (Voysey 3 for 44). KEARSNEY: 98 for 2 wkts. (Groenewaid 64 not out).

20th November vs. MARITZBURG TECH. Won by 57 runs KEARSNEY: 135 (Groenewaid 30, Polkinghorne 29, B. Hulett 27, Haworth 22). MARITZBURG TECH.: 78 (Ryan 5 for 9).

26th November vs. GLENWOOD Lost by 5 wkts. KEARSNEY: 63. GLENWOOD: 74.

63 Under 15 As there was practically no cricket last season it was obvious at the beginning of the term that the team was lacking in match practice. Although the weather has interfered with practices, there has been a steady improvement in all departments, especially in fielding and bowling. In both these departments we have held our own with other schools, but there is still a tendency, frequently, to bowl off the wicket. Our batting, though much improved, has let us down on occasion. J. A. H. Lowe has done well as captain, having been ably supported by a very keen team. The return of Hagemann has provided a welcome strengthening in both batting and bowling.

Under 15 "A" 22nd October vs. HILTON At Hilton HILTON: 149 for 8 wickets declared (Gardener 47, Fyvie 27, Watson 25). (J. H. Lowe 4 for 46). KEARSNEY: 75 (Dowdle 20). (Gardener 5 for 30). Lost by 74 runs. 5th November vs. MARITZBURG COLLEGE At Maritzburg COLLEGE: 119 (Farrer 22, Mcllrath 26, Robinson 22, Durow 20). (Jardine 5 for 31). KEARSNEY: 108 (Poikinghorne 30, J. A. Lowe 30, Jardine 33). (Lund 5 for 39). Lost by II runs.

12th November vs. MICHAELHOUSE At Michaelhouse MICHAELHOUSE: 262 for 5 wickets declared. (Doull 92, Woods 53 not out, Hamilton 49). (Hagemann 3 for 92, J. A. H. Lowe 2 for 41). KEARSNEY: 127 (Poikinghorne 29, Hagemann 15, J. A. H. Lowe 12). (Doull 5 for 65). Lost by 136 runs. 19th November vs. D.H.S. At Kearsney D.H.S.: 88 (Couzens 46, Zietsman 17). (Jardine 3 for 10, Hagemann 4 for 36, Robbins I for 8, Lees I for 8). KEARSNEY: 36 (Hagemann 16). (Clouston 6 for 13, Aiderton 3 for 19). Lost by 52 runs. 26th November vs. GLENWOOD At Glenwood KEARSNEY: 186 (Dowdle 47, J. A. H. Lowe 40, J. H. Lowe 40). (Poole 5 for 54). GLENWOOD, 1st Innings: 102 (Bossenger 39, Poole 20). (Hagemann 6 for 50). 2nd Innings: 88 (Jardine 7 for 33). Won by 84 runs on the 1st innings.

Under 15 "B" As the division is small, numerically, there has been little left once the "A" Team has been chosen. Nevertheless the "B" Team, under the captaincy of F. Simpson, has played gamely in the

64 face of strong opposition. Their performance against P.M.B. Tech. Under ISA was most creditable. If nothing else, they have enjoyed their cricket.

22nd October vs. HILTON At Hilton KEARSNEY: 38 and 88 (Stiebel 33). HILTON: 90 and 124 for 4. Lost by 9 wickets on double innings. 5th November vs. MARiTZBURG COLLEGE At Kearsney COLLEGE: 69 (Henderson 4 for 22, Miller 3 for 19) and 107 (Simpson 5 for 8). KEARSNEY: 37 and 49. Lost by 90 runs on the double innings.

12th November vs. MICHAELHOUSE At Michaelhouse KEARSNEY: 19 and 25. MICHAELHOUSE: 90 for 6. Lost by an innings and 46 runs.

vs. P.M.B. TECH." A " TECH.: 77 (Miller 6 for 16) and 79 for 5 declared. KEARSNEY: 44 and 27 for 8. Lost by 33 runs on the first innings.

Under 14

19th October vs. HIGHBURY Away KEARSNEY: 62. HIGHBURY: 68 for 5.

26th October vs. CLIFTON Home CLIFTON: 35 (Garnett 5 for 7). KEARSNEY: 75 for 3.

5th November vs. MARiTZBURG COLLEGE Away COLLEGE: 220 for 2 KEARSNEY: 49 and 40.

9th November vs. D.H.S. Home D.H.S.: 258 for 9. KEARSNEY: 70 and 46.

16th November vs. WESTVILLE Home KEARSNEY: 64. WESTVILLE: 33 for 6.

26th November vs. GLENWOOD Home GLENWOOD: 212 for 5. KEARSNEY: 88 for 9.

3rd December vs. MERCHiSTON Away KEARSNEY: 31 and 68. MERCHISTON: 94 (Garnett 6 for 24).

Under 13 Rain having allowed only two net practices during the term, and interfered with all games, so little practice has been available that no talent has been developed. The only signs of ability have been shown by the two youngest players, Simpson minor and Thompson minor. With a bigger selection next year, we look for better things.

65 ATHLETICS

Captain: P. Ryan. Committee: P. Ryan, S. Longhurst, V. Milne, R. Ford. Owing to the Polio restrictions in the first quarter, the Annual Sports were held on Saturday, 24th September, on the A. H. Smith Oval. A gusty wind, which turned bitterly cold in the afternoon, made conditions unpleasant for competitors and spectators alike. Despite this disadvantage there were some magnificent performances in all age groups. In fact the total of ten records broken and three equalled is unprecedented. In the Open 100 yds. John Barratt's time of lO-j sees., set up in 1932, was lowered by i/io sec. by P. Ryan who also improved his own Long Jump record. In the Under 16^ group the Mile and Half-Mile provided two of the most keenly contested races of the day. In the morning M. Silburn won the Half, setting up the new time of 2 min. 3.3 sees., but in the afternoon V. Milne turned the tables by winning the Mile in the record time of 4 min. 58.4 sees. A complete list of records. Including events decided before Sports Day is as foUows:—

Under 13 High Jump R. Boumann 4 ft. 7j ins. Long Jump D. Symlnton 17 ft. i In. 100 Yards D. Symlnton 12 sees. Under 14 100 Yards D. Pike [ 1.6 sees,{equals record) 4x110 Yards Relay Gllllngham 53.5 sees. Under 15 100 Yards J. H. Lowe 11.2sees, {equals record) Long Jump J. Bobbins 20 ft. 3 Ins. Cricket Ball J. Bobbins 92 yds. I ft. 8 Ins. High Jump H. Thomas 5 ft. 1^ Ins. Under 16^ 880 Yards M. Silburn 2 mins. 3.3 sees. 440 Yards M. Silburn 54.9 sees. Mile V. Milne 4 mIns. 58.4 sees. Open 100 Yards P. Ryan 10.1 sees. Long Jump P. Ryan 21 ft. 8 Ins. 4x110 Yards Relay Gllllngham 47 sees, {equals record) Unfortunately space does not permit mention of many out standing performances which did not achieve records. Despite keen competition from Finningley, Gillingham won the Inter-House competition quite comfortably by 1,353 points to 1,180.

66 We extend our appreciation to the following for their assistance in ensuring the success of the day. Mrs. Goldman and her staff for catering for the large crowd of visitors. Mr. Montague and the grounds staff. The Ladies who supervised the morning and afternoon teas. At the close of the day Mr. A. Hopewell, M.P., did us the honour of presenting the trophies.

PROGRAMME 75 Yds. (Under i3): 1st—D. Syminton 2nd—D. Dyer 3rd—D. Evans Time: 9 sees. 75 Yds. (Under 14); 1st—D. Pike 2nd—N. Polkinghorne 3rd—L. Alien Time; 8.9 sees. iOO Yds. (Under 15); ist—J. H. Lowe 2nd—J. Robbins 3rd—D. Homer Time: 1 1.2 sees. (Equals Record) iOO Yds. (Under 16^): ist—D. Francis 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—C. Groenewaid Time: i I sees. 100 Yds. (Open): Ist—P. Ryan 2nd—S. Sehreuder 3rd—S. Longhurst Time: 10.1 sees. (Record) High Jump (Under i3); 1st—R. Boumann 2nd—P. Watson 3rd—A. v. der Post Height: 4 ft. 7^ ins. (Record) High Jump (Under 14); 1st—D. Pike 2nd—M. Harvey 3rd—L. Allen Height: 4 ft. 7^ ins. 880 Yds. (Under I6i): 1st—M. Silburn 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—K. Brazier Time: 2 min. 3.3 sees. (Record) 220 Yds. (Open): 1st—P. Ryan 2nd—S. Sehreuder 3rd—H. Beckett Time: 23.i sees. Long Jump (Under 13); 1st—D. Syminton 2nd—R. Dyer 3rd—R. Boumann Dist.: 17 ft. i In. (Record) Long Jump (Under 14); 1st—C. Meyer 2nd—B. Williams 3rd—L. Alien Dist.: 16 ft. 7i ins Long Jump (Under 15); Ist—J. Robbins 2nd—W. Bodsey 3rd—J. H. Lowe Dist.: 20 ft. 3 ins. (Record) Long Jump (Under 16^); ist—V. Milne 2nd—H. Timm 3rd—J. Pettit and M. Don-Wauchope Dist.: 19 ft. 4i ins. (Record) Long Jump (Open): ist—P. Ryan 2nd—H. Beckett 3rd—P. Court Dist.: 21 ft. 8 ins. (Record) Discus (Under 15); Ist—J. Robbins 2nd—K. Lewis 3rd—B. Forbes Dist.: 124 ft. Discus (Open): Ist—P. Court 2nd—R. Ford 3rd—I. Young Dist.: 121 ft. 6 ins. 100 Yards (Under 13); Ist—D. Syminton 2nd—A. v. der Post 3rd—M. Mackay Time: 12 sees. (Record)

67 100 Yds. (Under 14); 'st—D. Pike 2nd—N. Polkinghorne 3rd—B. Williams Time; i 1.6 sees. 880 yds. (Under 15): ist—R. Williams 2nd—D. Homer 3rd—W. Badsey Time: 2 mins. 22 sees. Javelin (Open): 1st—K. Brazier 2nd—G. Groom 3rd—P. Court Dist.: 139 ft. 220 Yds. (Under 13); Ist—D. Symlnton 2nd—A. v. der Post 3rd—M. Mackay Time: 28.1 sees. 220 Yds. (Under 14); 1st—D. Pike 2nd—N. Polkinghorne 3rd—B. Williams Time: 27 sees. 440 Yds. (Under I6i); 1st—M. Silburn 2nd—C. Groenewald 3rd—D. Deenik Time: 54.9 sees. 880 yds. (Open): 1st R. Ford 2nd—E. Besson 3rd—N. Cross Time: 2 mins. 13 sees. 120 Yds. Hurdles (Open): 1st—G. Groom 2nd—G. Haworth 3rd—M. Seott Time: 17 sees. Discus (Under 15^); Ist—K. Brazier 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—A. Fearnhead Dist.: 136 ft. 2 ins. 110 yds. Hurdles (Under 15); Ist—W. Badsey 2nd—Jardine 3rd—J. H. Lowe Time: 16 sees. 110 Yds. Hurdles (Under 16^); 'st—C. Groenewald 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—E. Coetzee Time: 15.8 sees. Shot (Open): Ist—P. Court 2nd—G. Haworth 3rd—P. Ryan Dist.: 37 ft. ^ Ins. Shot (Under 16^); Ist—A. Fearnhead 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—M. Manning Dist.: 35 ft. 6 ins. 440 Yds. (Open): Ist—P. Ryan 2nd—S. Sehreuder 3rd—R. Ford Time: 53.3 sees. High Jump (Under 16^); Ist—W. Robb and D. Sparzo 3rd—A. Fearnhead and A. McKeown

880 yds. (Under 13); 'st—A. V. der Post 2nd—R. Boumann 3rd—J. Simpson Time: 2 mins. 35.5 sees. 880 Yds. (Under 14); Ist—B. Wiliiams 2nd—C. Jewitt 3rd—L. Allen Time: 2 mins. 31 sees. 220 Yds. (Under 15); Ist—J. H. Lowe 2nd—J. Bobbins 3rd—D. Homer Time: 25.6 sees. 220 yds. (Under 16^); Ist—D. Franeis 2nd—V. Milne 3rd—D. Deenik Time: 25.1 sees. Parents Walk: Ist—Mrs. Ford and Mr. Simpson. Mile (Under 15); 'st—P.Russell 2nd—D. Thresher 3rd—J.H.Lowe Time: 5 mins. 34.2 sees. Mile (Under 16^); 'st—V.Milne 2nd—M. Silburn 3rd—K. Brazier Time: 4 mins. 58.4 sees. . (Record) Mile (Open): 'st—E. Besson 2nd—R. Ford 3rd—N. Cross Time: 5 mins. 20 sees. 880 Yds. (Non-pnallsts): 'st—Hoad 2nd—D. Perry 3rd—A. Cunningham Time: 2 mins. 22 sees.

68 Old Boys' 100 Yds.; 1st—L. Polkinghorne 2nd—J. Newlands 3rd—P. du Toit Time: 9 sees. Relay {Under 16^); 1st—Gillingham 2nd—Finningley Time: 48.6 sees. Relay (Open): 1st—Gillingham 2nd—Finningley Time: 47 sees. (Equals Record) Relay (Under 13): ist—Gillingham 2nd—Finningley Time: 59 sees. Relay (Under 14); Ist—Gillingham 2nd—Finningley Time: 53.5 sees. (Equals Record) Relay (Under 15); Ist—Finningley 2nd—Gillingham Time: 50.6 sees. Relay (Past v. Present): Ist—Present 2nd—Past Time: 46 sees. Tug o' Wor; Ist—Finningley 2nd—Gillingham

EVENTS PREVIOUSLY DECIDED Cricket Sail: Under 15; 1st—J. Robbins 2nd—P. Jardine 3rd—N. Dunscombe 92 yds. I ft. 8 ins. (Record) Under 164; Ist—W. Robb 2nd—K. Brazier 3rd—C. Dukes 85 yds. 2 ft. 9 ins. Open: Ist—B. Longhurst 2nd—D. Perry 3rd—G. Groom 90 yds. 0 ft. 0 ins. High Jump (Under 15); Ist—H. Thomas 2nd—J. Robbins 3rd—A. Hutehison Height: 5 ft. I^ins. (Record) High Jump (Open): Ist—G. Groom 2nd—P. Court 3rd—G. Haworth Height: 5 ft. 3 ins.

TROPHIES Inter-House Competition—Oliver Pearce Gillingham Inter-House Relays—Tolken Gillingham

Best Individual Event: Under 13—Hopkins R. Boumann (High Jump) Under 14—Pennefother D. Pike (iOO Yds.) Under 15—Crant Weston J. Robbins (Long Jump) Under 16^—Les France M. Si I burn (880 Yds.) Open—Hulett P. Ryan (100 Yds.) Fiat Race—Trewhella M. Silburn (880 Yds.) Field Event—Joliffe P. Ryan (Long Jump) Hurdles—Haley C. Groenewald Best Runner-up: Under 13—Winder D. Syminton (iOO Yds, Long Jump) Under 14—Centenary B. Williams (800 Yds.) Under 15—Craven J. H. Lowe (220 Yds.) Under I6J—More V. Milne (Mile) Open—Sulin S. Sehreuder (100, 220, 440 Yds.)

69 Other Meetings A small Kearsney team gave an excellent account of itself at the Natal Junior Athletic Championships, In Pletermarltzburg, gaining three first places, a second and a fourth. P. Ryan achieved 10 seconds in the 100 yds. and also won the Long Jump title. Our competitors also did well In both the District and Inter- Dlstrlct Schools' Sports In Durban. NATAL JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS, PIETERMARITZBURG 29th October, 1955 Under 19; 100 Yards 1st—P. Ryan Time: 10 sees. Long Jump 1st—P. Ryan Distance: 20 ft. I Of ins. 4 X 100 yds. Re/oy 2nd—Kearsney College (S. Schreuder, S. Longhurst, H. Beckett, P. Ryan) Time: 45.4 sees. Under 17: 4 X I i0 yds. Re/oy 1st—Kearsney College (C. Groenewald, J. Craven, H. Ovenstone, V. Milne) Time: 46.7 sees. Long Jump 4th—J. Robblns.

DURBAN & DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOLS ATHLETIC MEETING 17th September, 1955 Open: 100 Yards 1st—P. Ryan Time: 10 sees. {Record disallowed owing to following wind) 220 Yards ist—P. Ryan Time; 23 sees. (Record) Mile 3rd—V. Milne. 440, 220, 110, 110 yds. Relay: Ist—Kearsney College. Under 16: Long Jump 2nd—J. Robbins. 4 X 100 Yds. Relay 2nd—Kearsney College. Under 14: 100 Yards 3rd—J. Stoekii. 230 Yards 3rd—D. Pike. 4x110 yds. Relay 2nd—Kearsney College. Kearsney placed Third in District Competition. NATAL SCHOOLS INTER-DISTRICT ATHLETIC MEETING Durban—15th October, 1955 Open: iOO Yards Ist—P. Ryan Time: 10.5 sees. (Record) 220 Yards Ist—P. Ryan Time: 23.8 sees. (Record) Under 16: Long Jump Ist—Robbins Distance: 18 ft. 1 1 ins. J. H. H.

SWIMMING

After seeing the unpalnted walls and bottom of the bath for months. It was a pleasant sight to see the bath full again. There are still some snags but we hope to have clear water In the very near future.

70 After three visits to Highbury and one practice in our own bath, we competed at the Glenwood baths, with very pleasing results. On Friday, November I Ith, we had our i2th Annual Gala. There was no time for heats so we started from scratch. This made it very close and exciting and the Gaia was actually decided by the last event, one length non-finalists. Congratulations to Giliingham on a very fine victory. Nine records were broken and some very fine times recorded. Trophies were distributed by the Headmaster, Mr. S. G. Osier:

TWELFTH ANNUAL GALA—RESULTS 50 yds. Free Sty/e (Open): 1st—N. Cross 2nd—E. Fearnhead 3rd—D. Jenkins Time: 26.9 sees. 50 yds. Free Style (Under 16); ist—Spargo 2nd—Gage 3rd—Shave Time: 26.9 sees. (New Record) 50 yds. Free Style (Under 15): Ist—Lewis 2nd—Panton 3rd—Syminton Time: 27.1 sees. (New Record) One Length Free Style (Under 14): Ist—Jewitt 2nd—B. Williams 3rd—Bryan Time: 21.3 sees. One Length Free Style (Under 13); Ist—Van der Post 2nd—Syminton 3rd—Preston Time: 18.7 sees. (New Record) Diving (Under IS): Ist—Syminton 2nd—Badsey 3rd—Lewis 100 yds. Free Style (Open): Ist—Fearnhead 2nd—Cross 3rd—Young Time: 59.9 sees. (New Record) One Length Breast Stroke (Under 14): Ist—Bryan 2nd—Millar 3rd—Coiiingwood Time: 27.9 sees. 100 yds. Free Style (Under 16): Ist—Spargo 2nd—Gage 3rd—Shave Time: 61.1 sees. (New Record) 50 yds. Breast Stroke (Under 15): Ist—Kelly 2nd—Bate 3rd—Badsey Time: 41.7 sees. 50 yds. Free Style (Under 14): Ist—Bryan 2nd—B. Williams 3rd—Coiiingwood Time: 35.0 sees. 50 yds. Free Style (Under 13): Ist—Van der Post 2nd—Syminton 3rd—Preston Time: 31.0 sees. (New Record) 50 yds. Breast Stroke (Open): Ist—Cross 2nd—Parkes 3rd—Cox Time: 36.5 sees. 50 yds. Breast Stroke (Under 16): 1st—de Jongh 2nd—Edwards 3rd—Spargo Time: 39.9 sees. iOO yds. Free Style (Unde:r 15) Ist—Lewis 2nd—Syminton 3rd—Russell Time: 62.7 sees. (New Record) Diving (Under 14): ist—Lewin 2nd—Eiils 3rd—B. Williams Diving (Under 13): Ist—Arnold 2nd—Lumley 3rd—Syminton

71 200 yds. Free Style (Open): I St—Cross 2nd—Fearnhead 3rd—Sparge Time: 2 mins. 24.5 sees. 50 yds. Back Stroke (Open): 1st—Cross 2nd—Young 3rd—Fearnhead Time: 30.3 sees. (New Record) SO yds. Back Stroke (Under 16): 1st—Spargo 2nd—Perry (ii) 3rd—Polkinghorne Time: 30.5 sees. (New Record) Diving (Under 16); 1st—Spargo 2nd—de Jongh 3rd—McKeown Diving (Open): 1st—Ryan 2nd—B. Cohen 3rd—Fearnhead House Relay Race (Under 13): 1st—Gillingham Time: 92.5 sees. House Relay Race (Under 14): 1st—Gillingham Time: 89.6 sees. House Relay Race (Under 15): 1st—Flnningley Time: 80.6 sees. House Relay Race (Under 16): 1st—Flnningley Time: 73.2 sees. House Relay Race (Open): 1st—Gillingham Time: 75.0 sees. One Length Non-finalists (Under 13 and 14): 1st—Polkinghorne 2nd—Meyer 3rd—Stockil Time: 2i.9 sees. Inter-House (L. F. Forsyth Rose Bowl) Gillingham Best Performance (Ian Tirrell Shield) N. Cross Best Diver (Levitt Cup) - P. Ryan Open (Robertson Cup) - N. Cross Under 16 (Spradbrow Cup) D. Spargo Under 15 (Motferson Cup) K. Lewis Under 14 (von Gorkom Cup) M. Bryan Under 13 (Fearnhead Cup) A. v.d. Post A Start was also made on Life Saving and a number of First and Second Class Certificates were taken. Team Colours for 1955: E. Fearnhead, N. Cross, D. Spargo, K. Lewis, B. Cohen, P. Ryan. Honours: N. Cross.

TENNIS

Captain: P. Court. Committee: C. Dukes, C. Groenewald. On Wednesday afternoons during the second and third terms Mrs. Robbins came up from Kloof to coach the boys. We are grateful to her for her assistance. The two new practice walls are in use, although the surface of one of them is not quite finished. These practice courts are an asset and should contribute greatly towards Improving the standard of play.

72 During the second half of the year matches were played against a number of other schools. sent up a team which beat us by 85 games to 35. However unchivalrous it may seem, we were more successful in matches played in Maritzburg against Epworth, St. John's and Girls High School. For the fifth successive year the Payne Shield (the Inter-House award) was won by Giliingham. The Polkinghorne Trophy for the Senior Tennis Singles was won by P. Court, and the George Hulett Trophy for the Junior Championships by J. A. H. Lowe.

CADET NOTES

Annual inspection. Major L. Arthur of Natal Command carried out the Annual Inspection of the Detachment on September 22nd and ax; the end of the ceremony congratulated the cadets on the way they had carried out the March Pasts. Student Officer E. A. Fearnhead was in charge of the parade and is to be commended on his efficient discharge of his duties. Band. The Band attended the Durban and District Competition on September 5th and took the third place which now seems to be traditional to them. Nevertheless they are to be congratulated on a very meritorious performance and since only one or two senior members are leaving at the end of the term, we can—traditionally again!—still go on hoping that they will gain a higher place next year. It also rose finely to the occasion on the Remembrance Day parade. The Band added greatly to the effectiveness of the Annual Inspection Day parade by the excellence of its marching and its playing. 2nd/Lt. Metcalf and Drum-Major Haworth deserve our heartiest thanks for the time and hard work they have pui- into the training of the Band throughout the year, and we should also be grateful to all the members for the keenness with which they have responded to their leadership. The Band did not take part in the Administrator's Trophy Competition at Maritzburg this year as the date was inconvenient. Shooting. Acknowledgment has not yet been made In these Notes of the Shooting Trophy presented last year by Mr. Ken Trotter, of PInetown. We very much appreciate this generous gift of a fine shield, and assure him that It is keenly competed for. It Is awarded to the highest scorer In the Imperial Challenge Shield Competition. Last year It was won by G. Brown, with a total of 90, and this year It goes to G. R. Groom, with a score of 96. The Imperial Challenge Shield produced good results about equal to last year's. This was a pleasant surprise, as It had been feared that the standard would be somewhat lower. 170 boys took part, and, as usual, only 50 per cent, of the scores had to be counted. It was possible to discard ail scores below 80, except for three of 79. The highest scorer was G. R. Groom with 96, and the runners-up were Fearnhead, Benporath and de Jongh with 95 each. The average score of the 50 per cent, firers was 85, and the average of the whole 170 was 76.

73 These figures do not include the handicap of two points per boy that Is permitted. The number of marksmen (with handicap) was 21. The general standard of shooting IS very satisfactory and It is pleasing to acknowledge that this is a result of a general keenness. The Robbins' Cup Inter-House Trophy was won by FInningley by 3S points, the same margin as last year, it is time that Gillingham regained the Cup! The highest scorers were Bouman (i) and Bjorkman, both of Finningley, with 94 each. The best score for Gillingham was G. R. Groom's 89. G. M. O.

CHESS CLUB, I95S

This has been a most successful year for the Club although the meetings have not been attended as well as they might have been. The most Important event of the year was undoubtedly the match against D.H.S. We lost I —10, but we can say that we enjoyed it and hope for more inter-school matches in the future. A Party was held in the Tuck Shop for all members, and as can be expected, was well attended. We wish to express our sincere thanks to Mr. Clegg who took over the Chairmanship from Mr. Viljoen. We hope to see them both back in the Club next year. C. C. F.

TUCK SHOP

It is pleasing to report that the Tuck Shop has once again had a successful year. The boys have supported the "old firm" very well indeed, realising perhaps that they derive direct benefit from the profits which accrue. From last year's profits the follovving donations were made:— Library £20 Junior House £6 Finningley £10 Milner House £3 Gillingham £10 The new table-tennis tables are evidence of how the money was spent in the Houses. £20 was sent to the K.C.O.B.C. to assist them to clear the debt on the Pavilion, and a further £25 went to the Old Boys with a request that a fund be initiated by them for the construction of a squash court at the School. Sweets were donated to the Dance Committee for their annual function as were the prizes for the children (brothers and sisters of Kearsney boys) on Sports Day. Further donations of sweets and minerals amounting to £4 were made during the year.

74 1955 has ended with a credit balance ot £145 and It has been decided to disburse part of this amount as follows: Library, £15; Finnlngley, £10; Gililngham, £10; Junior House, £6; Pembroke House, £5; K.C.O.B.C., £20 towards Pavilion Fund and a further donation of £15 for the Squash Court, it is recommended too, that three more tables and sets of chairs for the Pavilion should be purchased. The credit balance of £145 would have been substantially higher this year but for the fact that maintenance (for the cooler) was heavy. In addition, fixtures were bought, to cater for the increase of numbers next year. This brief report concludes with the expression of grateful thanks to a band of loyal and efficient assistants, viz.: Newlands, Chalmers, Harvey, Rens and Hermanson. V. L. C.

A VISIT TO WENTWORTH ROCK POOLS

After loitering around the many by-ways of the Bluff, we eventually arrived at our destination. The weather was Ideal for marine observations and we amused ourselves fu. full hour, swimming around In the dark caverns of the underworld. During this time one of the boys managed to procure an octopus and after It had duly been made to perform Its many tricks Its mantle cavity was turned Inside out and It ceased to exist. Mr. Pople arrived at about midday and conducted us on a tour of the rock pools. He explained that owing to the refraction of sunlight marine life was restricted to a depth of three feet of water. He Introduced us to the simplest and the most familiar organisms of the sea which lived a symbiotic existence In conjugation with the algae. He mentioned the fact that marine life was divided into three zones. The Low Zone. The animals of this zone are strictly aquatic. Life here consisted of the numerous varieties of sea-weeds and the crab and sea squirt. Owing to the flow of the tide, however, we were able only to procure specimens of the sea squirt. The Middle Zone, We next proceeded to the middle zone, where we examined the three species of crabs, the molluscs, the annelids, the crustaceans, whelks and coral. There are many forms of sea-anemones In this zone, one of which was the sea-urchin and, fortunateiy, aii the boys took particular care not to encounter its venomous spines. The most amazing of the sea anemones was the sea cucumber, whose brain and nervous system Is identical to that of humans. Another fascinating little animal was the Chiton, whose organs had not changed for 500,000 years. The animals of this zone were adapted to a terrestial as well as an aquatic life. The High Zone. The animals of this zone were adapted solely to a terrestial fe and lived on the alga: deposited on the rocks by the splashings of the waves. The animais of this zone consisted of the periwinkles, etc. After about an hour's interesting observation we returned along the beach and passed by an old man who had been digging for the Grosvenor's treasure for 65 years. He was convinced that the treasure had been buried haif way up the hill and this belief had driven him to the digging away a good thousand tons of soil.

75 After a most enjoyable lunch we paid a visit to the University's laboratories where Mr. Pople had very thoughtfully and artistically arranged the various specimens of marine organs. He explained many interesting facts to us and we were so enthralled that Mr. Pople had the greatest difficulty in dragging us away from the laboratories. It was a splendid finish to a truly fine day. A. S.

TINGUISHED POEM

Our grammar books tell us that there are innumerable opposites which we may form by using un-, dis-, il-, and im-. But there are many words which apparently commence with these prefixes, and yet from which only the foreigner may remove them and still save his face. You and I must not say "sipid " and "dainful " as the opposites of insipid and disdainful. If we could, though, what new vistas would open to the poet; I sought for ferior employment. And work that would leave me gruntled. For I am becilic and pudent— My friends say I'n ane, and I've ertia. I hoped for a dignant employer. Who would be pleasant and suiting; For typists who would be quisltive. And a junior solent and gusting. So I bevelled my hair and I torted my tie. And looked kemp when I answered the "Ads." The astrous result is that now I'm a guy. Working dolently, eptly, at ledgers, the cads! S. G.

DEBATE SPEECH

Mr. Speaker, On account of the recent indisposition of my able colleague, the Hon. Minister of Transport, I have been called upon to oppose the denationalization of the South African Railways. To understand the purpose of the S.A.R. we must go back to 1909. In the South Africa Act of that year the four provinces combined to form the Union of South Africa. They decided that the railways should be run by the Government for the benefit of the public. I repeat—for the benefit of the public. No profits were to be shown. This meant that if a profit was made it was to be invested again. At the moment the S.A.R. Is running at a small profit, although the loss incurred by the catering and bedding department is in the region of £80,000 yearly. This profit will be used, together with a Government loan, to improve travelling conditions. Orders have been placed with overseas firms for new rolling stock, but on account of the scarcity of raw materials, deliveries are not able to be effected in the very near future. Up to date the capital invested in the railways is the fantastic sum of over £250 million. You must remember that this has been built up since 1909 from almost nothing. Where is there anybody who is willing to spend such a huge

76 sum of money in a small country like South Africa? The population is not large enough to warrant the ownership of the railways by more than one company. Just over 400,000,000 passengers were carried in South Africa last year. One company in America probably carries that amount every year and still has to struggle. Imagine what it would be like if two or three companies had to split South Africa's railway travelling population. They must surely run at a loss. The advantage of a Government-owned railway is seen here. The Govern ment, with its huge financial resources, can afford to have a certain loss and then make it good. But can another company?—No! Losing money will cause a lack of support for the company, people will sell their shares and there is only one end—ruin. Let us, however, imagine that three companies have taken over the railways. They each try to give better service, cheaper than the next, but they have not all the same amount of financial backing. As a result of this, they cannot all stand the strain of this price-cutting and two of them go bankrupt. Now there is only the one company. It has the monopoly and therefore can charge what it wants to for bad service, as there is no competition. Now the people will cry out for the cheap and efficient Government services_ It Is natural that some companies will pay higher wages than the others. The result will be ill-feeling among the workers and eventually it will lead to strikes. The company will incur a loss and the people will suffer great discomfort. In the history of the S.A.R. there has never been a major strike. Recently a training school has been built for prospective railway workers. Thus it is ensured that they know their work well before they attempt to serve the public. The S.A.R. has a safety record that cannot be rivalled anywhere in the world by a railway of its size. Last year only two people were killed in train accidents. Two people in 400 million! As part of the new scheme for improvements, many towns are getting new modern stations. Work has already begun in Durban on a new railway yard and engineering workshop near Maydon Wharf. The Durban station itself will be rebuilt as soon as money is available. There is a social welfare department which visits houses of railway workers and tries to sort out family problems, which are usually plentiful. Apart from good wages, living accommodation is also supplied. For the person who wishes to build his own home, there is the railway workers' loan fund. Last year £10 million was spent on housing. Thus, after pointing out all these advantages of a Government-owned railway, I feel that you must agree that the S.A.R. should not be denationalized. (The obove speech was delivered to the Kearsney Parliament by S. Cohen, Minister of Finance.—Ed.)

THE AUCTION SALE

It was a hot, dusty day. In the sweltering main road of the little Transvaal "dorp " gusty billows of heated air were wafting the puffed dust gently from the surface of the street. This dust meandered on to the dirty pavements, across a black man's sleeping form, and under the green-painted, old doors of the buildings. If one happens to follow a particular puff of dust, one enters a building where is to be found a large room, crowded to overflowing with hot, harassed people. On a raised platform In one corner of the room stands a large, fat man, his brow sweating and his bulbous eyes darting hither and thither. He is sur rounded by various articles, large and small, while a thin, weedy-looking assistant

77 leans dejectedly against a rusty old plough. All of a sudden the fat man bangs a little wooden hammer against a table. He bellows some words In Afrikaans, then In English. "This attractive plough, ladies and gentlemen, used before the Boer war, and still in excellent condition .. . What will you bid for this valuable farm Implement?" The crowd shifts uneasily. The heat is almost overpowering. A hoarse voice croaks from the back of the hall, a voice like that of a bullfrog replying to Its mate from a distant marsh. "One pound! My dear sir, this plough Is worth at least ten pounds! Come, come, people!" The plough Is finally sold for one pound ten shillings. The most miserable of all assistants reads out the next Item and displays it. Again follows the usual procedure. The crowd again shifts uneasily. A lanky farmer mutters something in Afrikaans. He is Indignantly reprimanded by the auctioneer. An hour has passed. The room Is empty, except for the auctioneer and his assistant. A fly buzzes drowzlly on the celling. The heat Is unbearable. "How much did we make today. Doors?" "About ten pounds, sir." A cloud of dust squeezes under the door and fills the room. The two men cough. C. G.

A VISIT TO THE DURBAN MEDICAL SCHOOL

When we reached the Medical School we were taken to a lecture hall where Professor Gordon gave us a lecture on the buildings and layout. He told us that when the Nationalist Government came to power they said that they would finance the School only If It was for non-Europeans, and would pay for the buildings plus the standard equipment of the School, excluding microscopes. Before the natives can come to the School, they have to have their Matricula tion Certificate. The course is a seven year one. First of all we were taken to the Anatomy Department where we were shown the construction of the body. Lining the one wall of the passage were glass cases containing human skulls. X-ray photographs, human babies at different stages of development and also models in plaster of Paris of different parts of the human body. Next we were taken into a laboratory where there were about twenty human bodies being dissected. We did not see the bodies, fortunately, as they were covered by rubber sheets. After leaving that rather gruesome lab, we were taken to the roof of the building where we had a magnificent view of Durban Harbour. On the roof there were a number of cages which contain cats, dogs, rabbits and chickens which they are testing drugs on, to study the reactions. There were also some frogs kept there. On the next floor down were some mice and rats which are kept for experimental purposes. When the rats are first brought to the School they are handled very often so as to break them of their nervousness. Some of the rats were injected with cancer to note the symptoms. Next we were taken to the Pathology Lab. where diseases are analyzed. There were instruments in there that we had never seen or heard of. All the diseases of the human are studied there and In small glass boxes were specimens of the diseases taken from actual humans; for Instance there was a diseased hand in one.

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79 KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS' CLUB

FOUNDERS' DAY

On Saturday, September 3rd, a large number of Old Boys Joined with the College In the celebration of Founders' Day. After attend ing the memorable laying of the Foundation Stone of Pembroke House, which is reported elsewhere in this Chronicle, the Old Boys witnessed the defeat of a rugby team representing the" past" by the School 1st XV. In spite of this defeat, many of the visitors were in a very gay mood when they gathered in the Dining Hall to enjoy the charac teristically delicious Kearsney dinner which had become such a pleasant tradition on Founders' Day. Only one toast—to the College—was proposed by the guest of honour, Mr. Aston Williams, Principal of the Durban Technical College and an old boy of both Kingswood School (Bath) and Kingswood College (Grahamstown). In his speech he referred to a number of interesting observations on American educational institutions which he had visited recently. Mr. Tedder replied on behalf of the College. The main decision of interest taken during the Annual General Meeting of the Old Boys' Club, which was held after dinner, was that the Club should have a new tie. It will be navy blue, bearing small crests similar to that on the present old boys' blazer badge. The new ties should be available before June, 1956. As a most enjoyable day drew to its end over coffee and gossip, those Old Boys who had been able to visit the College must have felt pangs of nostalgia for the friendly days at Kearsney, and we hope that they decide to come again next year. P. E. M.

Pietermaritzburg Branch On Friday, 28th October, the Pietermaritzburg Branch of the K.C.O.B.C. was resuscitated (it had become defunct many years ago after a brief life). Twenty Old Boys were present and the follow ing Committee was elected:— Chairman: G. Ballard. Vice-Chairman: D. Roberts. Treasurer: L. F. Forsyth. Committee: P. Rodda, K. Theunissen. It has been decided to hold a" get together" on the last Friday of each month, between 5 and 6 p.m., and it is hoped to keep enthusiasm at a high level. Old Boys in this area who are interested should contact P. Rodda, Men's Residence, University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg.

80 Johannesburg Branch We have been informed that the A.G.M. was held on Friday, 26th August, and that the following Committee was elected:— Chairman: D. G. Gardner. Vice-Choirman: I. Jackson. Secretary: (To be appointed). Committee: A. B. Theunlssen, H. Lund. Will those Interested please contact the Chairman, at I Margaret Court, 224 Louis Botha Avenue, Orange Grove.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Held at the College, on Saturday, 3rd September, with Mr. J. Hopkins In the Chair. Digest of Secretary's Minutes. Correspondence. (I) From the Head, thanking the Club for its donation of £1,000 to the Development Fund. (2) From Mr. Clegg, on behalf of the Tuck Shop, and enclosing a donation to the Pavilion Fund. Chairman's Report (Arising). (I) The new stone for the Memorial Plaque was now ready for transporting to the Coilege. (2) It was agreed to ask the College Sports Committee to consider the retrospective award of honours (prior to 1940); that Mr. Matterson, Mr. Reece and Mr. Medworth be asked to consider the matter and report to the Sports Committee. (3) The Meeting approved of the design for the Old Boys Tie, submitted by the Executive. Endowment Fund. The Trustees reported that, thanks to the good w°rk put in by Mr. H. N. Groom, there were now 62 policies in force, totalling £3,834. Branch Reports were submitted by Durban and the Transvaal, and showed continued activities of a social and fund-raising nature. The Transvaal Branch handed over a sum of £166 for the Development Fund. Election of Officers: President L. T. Polkinghorne. Vice-President J. H. Hopkins. Secretory P. E. Metcalf, Kearsney College. Treasurer M. J. Collins. Representative to Board of Governors D. Clark. _ Committee J. A. Chick, N. Reeves, H. N. Groom, D. Roberts. B. Theunissen (Magazine Editor).

Examination Successes. We have noted the following in the Press, and congratulate those concerned. Natal University: B.Sc.(Eng.), J. A. Voysey; B.Sc.(Honours), M. J. M. Leask ^ist.), eSc., J. R. Bishop (Geology); C. H. Lee (Maths, Physics); Certificate in Theory of Accountancy, H. H. Shuttleworth. Wits. University: B.Sc., H. Lund. If Old Boys will advise the Editor of their exam, results, he will be pleased to publish them.

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Engagements C. Oliver, D. Stranack, H. N. Groom, D. Wheelwright. Marriages J. Anderson, L, Baker, A. R. Raw, G. Richardson, Rev. J. L. B. Taylor, G. Thompson, N. Tytherleigh, M. Walsh, P. Turner.

Births L. Balcomb (daughter), D. Anger (son). B. Batchelor (son), V. Davy (son), L. F. Forsyth (daughter), G. M. Garbutt (daughter), J. H. Hopkins (son), P. Metcalf (daughter), A. R. King (son). Rev. W. Michell (twin sons), B. Ninnis (son), B. Theunissen (daughter), C. Weston (son). Rev. B. J. Woods (son).

Death We deeply regret to record the report in the press of the sudden death, in Johannesburg, of R. W.Weightman (31 -33), on November 19th, at the early age of 39. We are not at the moment able to give further details. Although Ronnie has not maintained contact with the School since leaving, 22 years ago, those who knew him will remember him as a cheerful boy, an excellent mixer, and a fine sportsman, being an especially good all-rounder at cricket. At the time of his death he was living at VanderbijI Park. To his wife and two s^'ns we extend our deepest sympathy.

NEWS OF OLD BOYS Anger (46-50) writes from Chlpinga to say that he. J. Peel, D Whitaker and D. Hewitt are all wattle-growing, and not tobacco-farming; they and O. K. Jackson are all working for the same firm. Dr. G. V. Blaine (25-28) has been out of contact for a long time, but writes to say that he has been in private practice as a pathologist in Salisbury for some years. His phone number is 26490. Old Boys up there please note. J. M. Bradshaw (49-54) has been spending the summer months on a whaler in the south seas. As he is the first Old Boy to have had this particular experience, we shall expect a graphic description for the Magazine on his return. W.P. Bromily (22-25) has been teaching at Port Elizabeth Tech. since 1944- taking English and Maths (the latter through the Afrikaans medium). He is in charge of the tennis and is now Chairman of the Port Elizabeth Tennis League. A. Bulman (46-50) who has done well in Maritzburg cricket, was chosen to represent Natal at baseball against the visiting American team. P®"32) wrote to congratulate P. Ryan on breaking his 23-year- old 100 yards record. Barratt is still with the Geduld Mine. His thoughts lie much with the ever-present problem of financing the family's education- two sons and a daughter. E. C. B. Brown (35-40) tells of married life starting during a cloudburst" but of sunshine ever since.

82 J. H. Boyd (45) is travelling for a firm of chemists in N. Rhodesia. G. L. Balcomb (30-40) has put himself and his private aeroplane at the service of the Zululand Mission, to help with development work in the northern areas. M. L. Coppin (44-47) obtained his B.Sc. in land surveying in 1953; this was followed by a year of field surveying and then the Trial Survey Exam. For exercise he has taken up . Rev. D. J. Crankshaw (42) has been posted to the Queenstown Circuit. He was married at Christmas. G. L. Coggin (48-50) returned from Central African adventures to the Building Society routine in Durban, did not like it, and became associated with the Natal Tanning Extraction Co. This meant a succession of posts near Eshowe, where he was on the reiieving staff. While there he played cricket for Eshowe and rugger for Melmoth. R. J. Crawford (28-33) has been moved about a good deal in N. Rhodesia as a relief Principal. He is now Headmaster of Ndola School, which holds nearly 700 pupils up to Post-Matric. He has vague plans at present of retiring on pension and seeking a post on the Mines. P. R. Charter (39-41), who is Manager of Boswell's Circus, paid us a visit in August and entertained us with a most interesting description of Life in a Circus. Apart from Sundays and public holidays, they put on a performance (sometimes two) on every day of the year, being always on the move and covering every part of the Union and . Their tent holds 1,500 and is usually filled to capacity—as it needs to be, for expenses are £400 a day. The tent takes 4 hours to erect and 2|to take down, being taken down as soon as the performance ends each night, and packed on trailers, ready for immediate transport to the next site. Peter Charter handles all the money at the door, and pays the wages. Elephants, lions, bears and monkeys have to be fed. Artists of half a dozen different nationalities have to be catered for according to their national tastes. A private train is their communal home. A hard life, but one does see the country! P. R. Davidson (41-42) is now working with Reynolds Bros, at Esperanza, and greatly enjoying the change-over from motor cars to sugar. He has tem porarily abandoned his golf (handicap 4) in favour of his old love, cricket, and did so well for Southern Districts that he was selected for the Combined Districts team against Natal. L. A. DIxon (40-45) is with Central African Airways, Salisbury. C. J. Davey (38-44) has bought a house at Park Rynie. He plays cricket regularly for Umzinto. Dr. C. C. Didcott (42-45) is now qualified and is working at the Jo'burg General Hospital. D. C. Dykes (46-50) obtained his B.Com. at Rhodes, December, 1953. He loined the Head Office Staff of Rhodesian Seiection Trust Ltd. at Lusaka in 1954, and was transferred to Salisbury in 1955. Whiie at Lusaka he scored 1,500 runs in locai cricket in one season, receiving critical praise from the Secretary to the Acting Governor, and from the Chief Justice. He played for Northern Rhodesia against N.E. Transvaal. He also plays rugby regularly in Salisbury. B. N. Dykes (48-52) took his Diploma in Agriculture at Gwebi Agricultural College, in 1955. He received awards for the best for Matabele- land Country Districts in 1953, and for his wicket-taking for Gwebi in 1955. He scored a century in the M.C.D. trials and was picked to play against Matabeieiand. He has also played with success for Mashonaiand in cricket and rugger, his play at fly-half being referred to as "the brains of the back line." Dykes is now on a tobacco estate at Umvukwes, S. Rhodesia, near Salisbury.

83 D.G. Gardner (39-48) has been appointed Chairman of the Transvaal Branch of the K.C.O.B.C. A. Gorton (48-51) is keenly interested in Life-Saving, and has been appointed assistant-instructor of the Durban Life-Saving Club. Geoff Hulett (21-25), who has wandered about the country quite a lot, is, we understand, now market-gardening near Maritzburg. M. S. Hobson (45-48) is at Maseru. D. G. Hastie (47-48) is at the College of Agriculture, Cedara. G. D. Hill (40-45) writes breezily from Kitwe, where he is on the" Rhokana Review." From time to time he has met a good many Old Boys, including A. Harcourt, J. Redgment, H. Boyd, the Dykes brothers and G. Walsh (" occasion ally wanders in while on his way to or from the U.K. with a couple of Hunslett Diesel locomotives in his brief case "). I. I. Ives (40-44) is with Shell Co., in London. He saw several days of the London Cricket Tests, and teiis of the Springboks winning many friends. He too has been playing a good deal of village cricket with much enjoyment. G. C. Jacobs (30-37) has moved from Zuluiand to Maritzburg, where he now plays for Standard C.C. He continued his cricket successes by scoring 214 in his first innings for them. We have completely lost count of the number of centuries scored by Godfrey since he left Kearsney, but we know that he scored seven In one season in Johannesburg league cricket and has averaged several a year throughout. W. H. John (41-42) continues to dabble in potatoes on the Johannesburg Produce Market, importing from Scotland, and also representing Sutton's Seeds, Reading. G. Launder (49-52) and N. Mark (46-52) called in shortly after the end of term and were interested to see the additions now being made to the School. Launder is an A.C.F. 2nd/Lt. in the 22nd Field S.A. Irish Regiment, Johannesburg, and Mark is a Sergeant (a fairly idle one, we gather) in the Pretoria Highlanders S.A.A. M. J. M. Leask (47-50) wrote, in November," I am entering for the Shell Postgraduate Scholarship this year. At present I am completing my B.Sc.(Hons.) in Physics, having obtained B.Sc. (Chem.) last year. I should like to do research in some branch of Physics." Dr. R. le Grove Smith (36-42) is anxsthetist in the Frere Hospital, East London. H. Lund (45-49) writes to say that ail sport has gone overboard this past year in favour of degree-swotting. We hope to hear of his success. He hopes to become a school-teacher. A more recent letter says he has obtained his B.Sc. at Wits., but has decided not to take up teaching, instead he has obtained a post as physicist in the Diamond Research laboratory in Johannesburg. K. M. Oliver (44-46) wrote from Singapore to send warmest greetings to the Old Boys' Annual General Meeting in September. With his good wishes he associated Group Captain Paddy Hopkins (24-27), who had recently been posted to Malaya. Oliver writes that he is doing a three-year tour of duty and is Chief instructor at the Regimental Depot at Changi. A large part of the time is devoted to jungle operations against Communist terrorists. He is enjoying the Far East but does not look forward to playing rugger in a climate which is perpetually like Durban at the height of summer. L. T. Polkinghorne (21-25), this year's President of the Old Boys' Club, has been elected by Conference as one of a small group to represent South African Methodism at the Ecumenical Conference to be held in America next year (1956). R. C. Putterill (37-39) is at Mohale's Hoek, Basutoiand.

84 M. Pigg (SI-54) is working In the Time anJ Motion study department of the Natlonai Containers manufacturing firm at Jacobs, Durban. R. RIndel (SI-54) is articied to a legal firm in Durban, and not with an accountant's firm, as recorded in the last Chronicie. C. Rindel (49-52) won the i954 award as the most improved cricketer in the Oid Collegians Club, Durban, taking over 100 wickets for the 2nd XI. This year he has been promoted to the First XI and been consistently successful, he and J. Atkinson (47-50) having regularly skittled the opposition. In his first encounter with H. Keith, test match player, he dismissed him for 0 and 5. He batted and bowled well for Natal University during the inter-Varsity week. J. D. Raw (28-37) writes the Zululand news, as usual, and tells of much activity and anxiety in the business of sugar-farming. D. Rock (39-43) is internal Auditor for O.K. Bazaars, Johannesburg. G. W.Shuker (41-48) descended on us literally from the blue, towards the end of the year, having flown from U.S.A. for a month's break before returning to complete his Ph.D. on Soil. The chief impression left by a brief but stimulating conversation was the Bigness of everything in America. Money unlimited means big business, huge stadiums, huge crowds, huge salaries. Everything is big. If anything is needed for the furtherance of study or of sport, there is always money generously provided. While general knowledge is relatively poor, and ignorance of other parts of the world—e.g. Africa—is appalling, those students who desire, and have the ability, to advance their studies, are given unlimited opportunities and facilities. W. H. Southwood (46-49) is a Sub-inspector of Police at Gaberones, Bechuanaland. D. R. Southwood (46-49) is with the Springvale Stud, Rosetta. M. Shelton (46-49) is nearing the end of his medical course at Cape Town. For experience he obtained a student's post at the mission hospital at Nqutu, near Dundee. He plays golf for the University. E. C. Smith (27-34) after many years of teaching through the Afrikaans medium at Voortrekker High School. Maritzburg, has been appointed Vice- Principal of Ladysmith High School. J. B. Speed (46-48) is married and living in Toronto, where he has formed a club. D.Speed (46-47) is also married and has been living in London for some years. B. L. Stewart (43-48), C. RIndel (49-52), D. S. Murdoch (51-54) and J. Atkinson (47-50) are all playing for Oid Collegians 1st XI. !. Theunissen (34-37) brought his daughter along for baptism in the Kearsney Chapel. This was the first Old Boy baptism in the new font, though not the first in the Chapel. P. Metcalf's daughter was baptised shortly after wards, with the School present. J. Voysey (47-50), who has completed his B.Sc. Finals, was awarded the A. H. Smith award for the most constructive thesis of the year, on " Rolled fill earth dam." Rev. C. E. Wilkinson (25-27) now stationed in Cape Town, has been chosen as a member of the South African team to attend the Ecumenical Conference in America. D. C. M. Wheelwright (44-48) ran in the Comrades Marathon in June and arrived well within the time limit. Brave man! Rev. P. R. Young (42-47) having completed his Diploma in Theology at Rhodes, has now been posted to Port St. Johns. The Zululand Mission Committee has a good Kearsney representation, namely, R. H. Matterson, J. F. Reece (Sec.), L. T. Polkinghorne, D. Clark and W. L. S. Robinson.

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