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Vol. 2 No. 7 JULY, 1948

EDITORIAL

One is sometimes tempted to wonder whether the amount of labour put Into a task is justified by the result, no matter how gratifying that result may be. We study a subject daily for half a dozen years In order to satisfy an examiner In a three-hour paper. We rehearse for weeks at a play that Is going to be over in three hours. We practise at songs and carols for hours without number, for the sake of a concert or a service that lasts perhaps an hour and a half. We train diligently for months and possibly years to win a race which may be completed In ten seconds. Scores of people work ceaselessly for months on end for a Fete which lasts less than six hours. Is the energy worth it ? The answer Is, of course, "yes." There are two aspects to be considered. The value of the one concerned lies in the work put in and not In the result. Years of study, months of training, weeks of rehearsals, are all fitting the Individual mentally, physically and socially to take a rightful place in the competition of life. He learns patience, perseverance, accuracy, self-control ; he learns co-operation, unselfishness ; he gains will-power, culture, fitness. He has become a better man by reason of all this, even though the examination and the concert and the play be cancelled. The value lies In the preparation. The other aspect to be considered is that the finished product, if It be well presented, brings satisfaction to the doer and pleasure to others. A play or a concert, well presented, gives other people a jolly time and may impress them deeply. A fete, well organised, becomes the talk of many lips. Examination results can bring renown to the boy and to the school. There is great satisfaction In this. If a thing is to be done at all, it may as well be done properly. There is little to be gained from a thing Ill-prepared and ill-produced. There Is much value in hard and patient preparation.

269 SCHOOL NOTES

First Term : January 28th to March 24th Second Term : April 12th to June 25th It is once again our misfortune to have to say farewell to Mr. Milner, after nearly a year as Bursar. We should like to pay tribute to the excellence of the work he has put in during his term of office, cleaning up the secretarial work and presiding over the School non-academic activities. His fame is far-spread, of course, as one of the leading lights in the Cross-Country Quiz, and he and his partners won the final round (and the prize-money) for Durban in the latest competition. He now intends farming in the Natal Midlands, and we wish him and Mrs. Milner luck in their new surroundings. We feel sure that their interest in Kearsney will remain unabated. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Osier on the birth of their son, Anthony Douglas. We offer our sympathies to Mr. Nel, on the sudden death of his mother at Easter ; and to the brothers Newlands and Russell, who lost their fathers on the same day. Older Kearsney boys will be sorry to hear of the death of two old friends : Mr. A. E. Foss, of Stanger, who was the School's first secretary, and always maintained a keen interest in the School ; and Mrs. P. Haley, of Darnall and Umhiali, who so often accompanied her husband to our Sunday services and other func tions. To Mrs. Foss and family, and to Mr. Haley and son, we offer our deep sympathies. Just as we went to press we heard with profound sorrow of the death of Mr. J. B. Huiett, son of our founder, at the age of 80. Mr. Huiett was a close friend and daily visitor at our old School, present at all our games, and at our tennis afternoons ; he was a good personal friend to many of us, who so frequently went across to "Sprowston " for tea or dinner or bridge. Mr. Huiett retired about 10 years ago, and he and Mrs. Huiett came to live in Durban. Since we came to Botha's Hiil we have not seen these old friends so often, and now we feel that yet another link with the School's early days is broken. To sorrowing relatives we offer our sympathies. A still later news report tells of the very sudden death of Mr. G. J. Crookes, of Renishaw, at the age of 78. Mr. Crookes was in perfect health till the end. There is little need to remind readers of all that Mr. Crookes has done. As a prominent member of our Board of Governors he has always taken a most lively interest in Kearsney and Epworth, and the Epworth gymnasium was erected by him in memory of his wife. His financial help to Kearsney was instrumental in our being able to build the new school, and his interest in his own community and in Method-

270 ism has been a very long and sincere one. His death comes sa a severe and unexpected shock, and once again it is our sad duty to offer sympathies to those who are bereaved. Her Excellency, the Countess of Clarendon, who received a copy of our last Chronicle from a friend, writes : "I was much interested in the Kearsney Chronicle, especially in the 'Gallup Poll,' and am sending it to a big public school where one of my grandchildren is a boarder." We wish our sister school, Epworth, the best of luck in their efforts to raise £25,000 for their new building project. Our parent school, Kingswood, Bath, England, recently cele brated its bi-centenary. It was founded by John Wesley on June 24th, 1748, and for the rest of his life it was one of his chief interests (and anxieties). Originally founded in Bristol, the school was rebuilt at Bath in 1850. During the recent war, the buildings were taken over by the British Admiralty, and the boys were evacuated to Uppingham School for six years. The polio epidemic seriously affected our activities after Easter. It was necessary to avoid all external contact, to ensure against fatigue, and to safeguard ourselves against possible local infection. The result was that for several weeks there was no rugger, apart from a little light kicking ; there was no visiting to or by parents or friends ; and for the whole term the School rested after lunch. With School matches cancelled, the week-end routine became very dull, and the Head paid frequent tributes to the exemplary manner in which the School had accepted these limitations. Among other things, with the Fete in view, the boys spent much willing time cleaning up the School grounds. We are pleased to hear that plans have gone through for the building of library and laboratory at the south end of the class room block. An Old Boy, Melville Poole, is architect. Lord Elton, Secretary to the Rhodes Trust, has written offering u, £4,000 at a low rate of interest. The library and reference rooms especially, will remedy a great want. We understand, too, that the Chapel Committee has been instructed to go ahead with plans for our long-awaited Chapel. The visit of the S.A.B.C." B " programme artistes is mentioned elsewhere. They provided a most enjoyable evening. Mr. Oram is President of the Hill Crest Tennis Club. Mr. Brown has been giving keenly appreciated help with the Church music in Pinetown. Several members of the Staff are keen members of the S.O.E., our late Head, Mr. Matterson, continuing as Pro vincial President and Mr. Reece as Provincial Minute Secretary. We offer our congratulations to : Our marksmen for winning the Imperial Challenge Shield for shooting. Natal Section. The following boys, who did outstandingly well in the N.J.C. examinations, coming top in the country in the sub jects indicated :

271 N. Kitchin and I. H. Lund (Arithmetic, with 100 per cent, each), N. Kitchin (Geography), J. Bishop (Biology), and D. Metcalf (Mathematics). A most gratifying result ! Mr. van den Berg and his helpers for the dazzling display of posters at tha Fete. A new coat of paint to the School's exterior is making all the difference to its appearance. Competition on Sports Day was very close, with Gillingham winning by 3 points out of over 1,600. They have now twice won by 5 points or under. For those boys who do not play rugger, and for others who are keen to be coached, Mr. Reece has kept the cricket nets going through the winter season. Once again the School was invaded during the Easter holidays by Youth Campers, the majority from Durban. While the novelty of the previous year's camp had worn off a little, all had a most enjoyable and beneficial time here, and were very sorry to leave on the Monday night. On the evening of May 20th, Mr. B. Henwood, United Party can didate for Parliament for Maritzburg District, came to address the Senior School, Staff, and neighbours. We enjoyed his clear exposition of the case for the United Party, and were glad to learn, later, that he had been returned by a very large majority. The following boys left at the end of 1947, date of coming being in brackets : G. M. Anderson (45), J. J. S. Alexander (45), R. G. Brand (39), A. S. Brass (42), I. N. Benson (43), R. J. Baker (44), J. R. E. Butterworth (42), J. H. Coombe (41), H. A. Cowen (43), M. L. Coppin (44), E. J. R. Caney (44), O. K. Clarkson (44), E. B. Christian (46), L. Dyson (44), L. N. du Tolt (45), R. G. Foss (39), H. N. Groom (44), W. R. Johnson (45), R. J. Kitchin (44), R. I. Leisegang (42), D. E. Lloyd (45), C. A. Lentin (45), P. M. le Roux (46), H. C. Metcalfe (40), P. E. Metcalf (44), G. R. Niven (45), J. Ogilvie (47), D. M. W. Pugh (43), D. B. Peddle (43), H. M. Pope (45), H. Ritz (40), A. M. M. Raw (44), K. Shimwell (42), R. G. Spradbrow (44), D. S. Speed (46), R. A. J. Taylor (41), A. C. Taylor (44), E. J. van Gorkom (44), P. J. Witney (41), R. R. Whit- ear (44), P. R. Young (42). We welcome the following new boys : L. M. Alder (Mtubatuba), M. G. Beckett (Izingolweni), D. L. Brokensha (Chaka's Kraal), D. C. Brown (Warner Beach), J. C. T. Black (Kokstad), J. P. S. Botte (Lourenco Marques), . Bowman (Durban), J. W. Coventry (Acton Homes), A. K. Carter (Maritzburg), H. J. Carte( ), G. S. Christian (Hill Crest), F. L. Chappe (Gingindhlovu), L. Callow (Durban), G. L. Coggin (Warmbaths), Carelse (Durban), B. N. Dykes (Kitwe), A. G. Frolich (Durban), B. N. Francois (Wentworth), A. G. Gorton (Durban), E. M. and T. E. Gjestland (Warner Beach), M. O. Hall (Pretoria), B. S. Harrison (Durban), D. A. Hopewell (Kloof), G. B. Hayes (Hillary), K. R. Kassier (Hill Crest), I. J. Kirkman (Amanzimtoti), W. H. Lowes

272 (Durban), C. H. Lee (Piet Retief), M. B. McCarthy (Johannesburg), M. H. MacMenigall (Hill Crest), I. P. and M. Mackenzie (Durban), T. E. Metcalf (Marltzburg), J. H. Newlands (Creighton), B. J. Nicolson (Beilair), B. H. and J. E. Penberthy (Durban), M. F. Poole (Marltzburg), S. J. R. Preece (Pretoria), F. C. R. Rowe (Amatlkulu), D. W. L. Sonderegger (Johannesburg), G. D. Senior (Durban), D. G. M. Scott (Durban), N. C. Steggall (Durban), G. E. Sherreli (Kloof), G. C. Todd (Merrlvale), B. J. van Sorgenfrel (Kloof), M. W. Walker (Durban), M. T. Woodley (Durban), P. D. Warmback (Durban).

Appointments : School Prefects : D. G. Gardner (Head of School, Finnlngley), D. E. Todd (Head of Gllllngham), A. L. Mundell (Mllner), A. R. King (Mllner). House Prefects : C. E. Menzer, J. A. Smith, N. A. McLuckle (Gllllngham), L. M. Johnson, D. N. Morrison, G. W. Shuker, I. H. Mackenzie (Finnlngley). Cricket Captain : A. R. King. Rugger Captain : A. R. King. Swimming Captain : D. E. Todd. Athletics Captain : C. E. Meinzer. Drum Major : M. T. Eastwood. Student Officers : D. E. Todd, J. A. Smith, N. A. McLuckle, A. L. Mundell, O. R. Southwood, C. L. Oliver, D. G. Gardner. Stamps : D. J. Metcalf, I. H. D. Lund, M. T. Eastwood, Librarians : R. L. Wicks, R. A. L. Kennedy, E. C. K. Dowse, M. Shelton. Kodascope : 1. H. D. Lund, C. L. Oliver. Gestetner : O. R. Southwood.

Founder's Day : It has been decided that Founder's Day shall be henceforth Instituted, and shall be held on the first Saturday of the Michaelmas Term each year. The main feature will be an Old Boys' Reunion at the School, with a rugger match or matches between School and Old Boys In the afternoon, a dinner, and then light entertain ment. Will Old Boys especially make note of this, and try to keep this date free. Normally It will be the first Saturday in August, though this year it will be the last Saturday in July.

273 EXAMINATION RESULTS

Matriculation : 1st Class.—H. A. Cowen, H. N. Groom, R. J. Kitchin, R. I. Leisegang, P. E. Metcalf. 2nd Class.—J. R. E. Butter- worth, E. J. R. Caney, M. L. Coppin, H. Ritz, R. A. J. Taylor. 3rd Class.—A. S. Brass. There were two failures. Senior Certificate : I. N. Benson, O. K. Clarkson, L. Dyson, J. H. Coombe, R. G. Foss, H. C. Metcalf, D. M. W. Pugh, P. J. Witney, P. R. Young. The last six obtained Matriculation equiva lent. National Junior Certificate : G. A. M. Anderson, J. R. Bishop, P. T. L. Chappe, L. N. du Tolt, M. T. Eastwood, O. S. Egeland, B. G. Hagemann, J. W. Johnson, P. M. Jones, R. A. L. Kennedy, J. G. Kinloch, E. N. C. Kitchin, W. B. Letcher, P. E. Lines, D. J. Livingstone, I. H. D. Lund, C. E. Meinzer, D. J. Metcalf, J. D. Ogiivie, C. L. Oliver, D. E. Proctor, A. M. M. Raw, M. G. Shelton, H. Shuttleworth, O. R. Southwood, G. R. Thompson, A. L. Varrie. Those in black type obtained J.C. with Distinction. In the above examination we had the distinction of having the top candidate in South Africa in no fewer than four different subjects. N. Kitchin and I. H. Lund were top equal (with 100 per cent.) In Arithmetic, N. Kitchin top also in Geography, J. R. Bishop in Biology, and D. J. Metcalf in Mathematics. Primary School Certificate : J. Atkinson, C. J. Barber, R. Brown, P. J. Cominos, R. N. Cordes, J. R. B. Dersley, S. M. Evennett. G. M. H. Eraser (L), D. W. Gray, G. J. Gillit (L), B. N. Hanbury- King (L), R. Hurst, R. J. Ireland, C. E. Leisegang, D. A. F. McLeod. N. Mark, C. S. Meumann, C. W. Mundell, E. J. Needham, G. Price-Hughes, G. C. Richardson, D. J. Rishworth, W. N. Rock, H. H. Rowe, P. J. Silburn, W. H. Southwood, D. G. M. Whitaker, H. M. Winder, C. R. Witherspoon. (L.—Leaving certificate.) Taalbond : Higher.—R. I. Leisegang, P. M. le Roux. Lower : Higher Grade.^—P. E. Burger. Lower Grade.—I. Benson, J. H. Coombe, H. N. Groom, L. M. Johnson, R. J. Kitchin, P. E. Lines, I. E. Morgan, D. E. Proctor, P. R. Young, J. R. E. Butterworth, M. T. Eastwood, B. G. Hagemann, J. G. R. Kinloch, W. B. Letcher, C. E. Meinzer, A. L. Mundell, G. R. Thompson. Preliminary.—J. R. Bishop, C. Dell, S. T. Fish, O. Leibbrandt, I. H. D. Lund, C. S. Meumann, M. Rodda, H. H. Rowe.

274 THE FETE

The simple statement that a Fete was held on June 5th gives little idea of the amount of labour that went into it. As with so many things, the size of the event was not commensurate with the work previously involved. The day was a great success. Let that be said at once. We were disappointed in the number of people who came, but no doubt Saturday morning work and afternoon sport accounted for that. The result was that there were many articles left over at the end, and much had to be given away. But for this, the very satisfactory total of over £1,400 would have been considerably increased. The previous months had seen much rallying round of workers, all over the country. Old Boys got busy, some especially showing immense energy and great generosity ; mothers, wives and sisters set to, and not only showed self-sacrifice In their generous efforts but also a degree of skill that quite astonished the recipients at the School. While Old Boys, parents and friends laboured to produce the goods, the stall-holders at Kearsney put in hours and hours, classifying and pricing the articles, and sending forth hundreds of letters of appeal and acknowledgment. School boys set to with vim and enthusiasm to clear up the grounds and get everything looking smart. The utmost ingenuity was revealed by the boys in creating sideshows which would rob the public without hurting them. No one spared himself. And what of the stalls ? The fancy work stall dazzled the eye with its array of home-made articles, exquisitely wrought. The produce stall was laden with goods pleasing more to the gullet, perhaps, than to the eye. The cake stall, despite flour shortage, was a triumph of ingenuity over restrictions, but sold out all too soon. The anti-waste covered a vast area, with its thousands of books, and variety of articles old and new, besides a large plant department. Fish and chips were so popular that the shop had to close for an hour, to build up supplies ; ice cream and minerals were in constant demand ; teas and lunch were served appetisingly and without a hitch. In other words, the long weeks of previous organisation meant that the day of the Fete Itself passed smoothly and harmoniously. His Honour the Administrator, with Mrs. Shepstone, arrived here at 10.15 a.m., and before quite a good crowd, officially declared the Fete open. In his short address he referred to the vital part played in a boy's life by the school sport, where manliness was built up with ideals of co-operation and unselfishness, and hard knocks were taken and given without offence. As the Pavilion was to be a Memorial, too, we should have with us a

275 lasting tribute to the sacrifice of those who had taken the hardest knock of all, and who had made life possible and pleasant for those of us who remained. After that, It was only a case of letting the visitors do their own work. They soon gravitated towards those stalls In which they were most Interested. A large thermometer recorded the progress of the takings, as bulletins were Issued from the office, where relays of boys regularly deposited the money from the different stalls. At 3.30 p.m. the prize winners in the various competitions were read out. These were :— Crossword Competitiorj: Mr. I. Ives, Durban ; Mrs. J. F. Reece, Kearsney ; Miss C. A. Nichols, Howick ; Miss B. Muller, Ladysmlth ; Miss W. B. Brookes, Durban. Galleon : Mr. Brown, Durban (Beans In bottle). Portable Wireless : Dr. K. Dyer, Durban (Beans in bottle). Table Wireless : Carelse, Kearsney (Length of string). Picture : Mr. J. H. White, Pinetown (Pages in book). Camera : Mr. G. Nel, Kearsney (Weight of piping). Bicycles : Mr. Francois, Durban ; D. Gray, Kearsney. 10/- Notes: M. Leask, Kearsney ; Miss Voysey, Durban. New Dress : Mrs. Ward, Botha's Hill (Number of entries for Crosswords). Prizes for Best Side-shows : J. A. Smith, D. Livingstone, D. Metcalf. We have now left the best news until the end. When the suggestion of a Fete was first made, L. Polkinghorne, an Old Boy, offered to double all takings on the day of the Fete. At the time. It was anticipated that the Fete might bring in, say, £500. However, it grew Into a far greater thing than had ever been visualised, and when the takings were known to be over £1,400 the Committee decided to relieve Mr. Polkinghorne of his obliga tion, and leave the size of his contribution to his own discretion. It came, therefore, as a very great and pleasant surprise to hear that he has kept strictly to the words of his offer and has handed to the Committee a cheque for over £1,400. We feel that such generosity deserves the very hearty thanks of the School and all its Old Boys, and we have no hesitation In putting Into print the genuine gratitude that we all feel. Thank you, Lawrence ! This has made the building of the Memorial Pavilion an Immediate possibility, as soon as the permit can be obtained.

276 Financial Statement Before Fete : Jumble Sale £96 17 2 Crossword Puzzles 137 14 9 Zululand Branch (excluding Crosswords, £12/10/-) 85 13 9 Johannesburg Branch 256 4 10 At Fete : Fancy Goods 380 4 Produce 247 I Sweets and Cakes 76 2 Lunches 39 19 Teas 30 8 White Elephant 440 10 Fish and Chips 57 7 Ice Cream and Minerals ... 18 3 Side Shows 130 7 Shooting Range 6 13 Mr. L. Polkinghorne £1,426 17

TOTAL £3,430 5 8

Less Disbursements £80 6 11 It might be pointed out that prizes at the side shows consisted of vouchers of certain values, to be spent at the stalls. Most of these vouchers were spent at the ice cream and mineral stall, so that the total of £18 3s. 4d. does not really record the amount sold at this stall.

LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY

President: The Headmaster. Vice-President: Mr. Reece. Hon. Secretary : D. Morrison. Executive : A. L. Mundell, C. Meinzer, L. M. Johnson, N. Kitchin, G. M. Shires, Programme: February 15th ; Debate : 'That town life is preferable to country life." Pro : N. McLuckie. Contra: C. Meinzer. —Motion lost. February 29th ; Lecture ; "The Moon," by Canon W. H. T. Gahan. Read by the Vice-President. March 14th ; Debate : "That the Native has benefited by the coming of the White man." Pro : A. L. Mundell. Contra : L. M. Johnson.—Motion won.

.277 April I8t/i : Debate : "That this House approves of co-educa tion." Pro : B. Speed. Contra : M. T. Eastwood.—Motion a tie. May 2nd : Short Speeches: "One day to live." May 16th ; Political Meeting : U.P. Candidate ; G. W. Shuker. Nationalist : P. T. Chappe.—U.P. victory. June 6th : Debate : "That South Africa's future development lies more in Industry than in Agriculture." Pro : R. Wicks. Contra : B. L. Stewart.—Motion won. June 20th ; Debate : "That the State should take control of medical services." Pro : J. R. Bishop. Contra : C. Oliver. —Motion lost. A fair session. Numerically, one of the best. The fourth form has been there in good strong silent numbers, hiding their lights severely under bushels, dumb, but admiring. Perhaps they are thawing, and their modest shyness will disappear. Seniors have given a good lead, and the standard of speaking by the main speakers has been above average. They have relied less upon last minute notes, and evidently spent more time out side addressing the trees. There was a tendency for debates to oscillate about between one or two speakers—good for the speakers, but this has a deadening effect upon the rest, who come to feel that it would be an impertinence for them to dare to interrupt the duologue. The political evening was disappointing. It immediately pre ceded the General Election, but election fever had not caught the local constituents. With the too-long-opened-oyster look about their eyes, they absorbed, possibly, what the candidates had to say, but there followed very few questions and little applause. Which must have been disappointing for the candidates, Shuker (U.P.) and Chappe (Nat.). We can think of political evenings in the past which have been full of fire. "One day to live," an innovation, was also disappointing. It was expected that, given but 24 more hours of life, the speakers would have given fervent vent to their intentions for that day. However, beyond having a good meal, looking up some friends, and possibly repenting of their manifold sins and wickedness, they had few views on the subject. Perhaps they thought the possibility too remote. One doomed member did manage to make an amazing tour of the world, speeding from place to place with the quickness of thought. Another tried to evade the issue by dodging backwards and forwards over the date line. But the subject was not taken seriously.

278 ENTERTAINMENTS

FILMS : January 31st : The Green Years. May Ist : Edison the Man. February 14th : Music for Millions. May ISth : Pride and Prejudice. February 28th : Random Harvest. May 29th : Geboortegrond. March 13th : Christmas Carol. June 12th ; Gone to the Opera. March 23rd : Patrick the Great. June 19th : Films by Mr. Frolich. April 17th : Son of Lassie. June 24th : The Egg and I. April 24th : Great Expectations. Sometimes, when an artiste performs, the critic tries to be polite and yet tell the truth. Not all performances really please, and we can count a number in this category in recent years. But when Mr. Sydney Rosenbloom, pianist and composer of wide repute, spent a day with us and gave us a glimpse of his ability on the night of May 10th, the critic has no cause for subterfuge. With Madame Hertslet to introduce and explain each item, Sydney Rosenbloom gave us a real musical treat. There is a frequent misconception that a great musician must be (a) cranky and (b) incapable of playing "programme " music. Both these miscon ceptions were removed. Mr. Rosenbloom is a charming and refined man, full of quips and humour ; and his repertoire ranged from Chopin to South American rumba, besides several of his own compositions. Who else would have thought of using "Three Blind Mice" to illustrate the styles of different composers ? A great artiste can make a difficult task look easy, whether he be a batsman, a billiard player, a musician, or a conjuror. Mr. Rosenbloom's playing was easy and fluent. One might have thought some of his items elementary—until one tried them oneself ! We are very grateful to Mr. Frolich, of Durban, for a most interesting evening's entertainment on June 19th. He brought up his own films, of the Game Reserve and of the Indian Fire- walkers. These, in colour, were quite outstanding, and better than similar films professionally turned out. Mr. Frolich has his own projector and sound recorder, and, with his own running commentary, combined to give us one of the finest film shows we have seen. The concert provided by the S.A.B.C." B " programme artistes, on the evening of May 23rd, was most enjoyable. There was a well-varied diet of orchestral music (very light), songs, burlesque, community singing, and some highly appreciated duets on two pianos by "Dusty " Cracknell and John Hatch.

PROGRAMME : 1. Orchestra and Quartet Meisiesfontein 2. Orchestra Alibama 3. Orchestra and Community Singing Siembamba 4. Quartet Lied van die Boom Groen is die Veld

279 5. Orchestra 0ns Land Dusty Cracknell and John Hatch Two Pianos 6. Orchestra and John Hatch Boereseun 7. Orchestra and Community Singing Jan Pierewiet and Sarie Marais 8. Lilian Uys 0, Boereplaas 9. Alva Come Back to Sorrento 10. Orchestra and Community Singing Certjie 11. Quartet 'k Heb Mijn Wagen Volgeladen 12. Denissens Red Moon Over Hawaii 13. Orchestra Meisie van My Drome 14. Lilian Uys Die Donker Stroom 15. Dusty Cracknell and John Hatch Two Pianos 16. Orchestra with John Hatch Jy is My Liefling 17. Denissens Dot is de Liefde 18. Quartet Paddakoor and Hier sit ek onder die Hoogte 19. Orchestra Blonde Katrien 20. Orchestra and Community Singing Wot Maak Oom Kalie Door

DIE AFRIKAANSE VERENIGING

Die Kearsney Kollege Afrikaanse Debatsverenlging wat verlede jaar gestig Is het vanjaar voortgegaan In die ultvoering van die reeds opgelegde taak, nl. om die standaard van en houding teenoor, Afrikaans te verbeter. Dit Is dan ook met genoee dat ons alreeds vrug op ons arbeld slen en ons wil graag van die geleentheld gebrulk maak om die Hoof bale hartlik te bedank vir sy hulp en bemoedlging, waarsonder ons nie die gewentse resultate sou kon berelk nIe. Op die eerste vergaderlng van hierdle jaar Is die bestuur vir 1948 gekles :— Presldente : Mnre. J. Storm en G. Burger. Voors/tter ; P. Burger. Sekretarls: L. Trehearn. Lede ; Meinzer en Shelton. Op 22 Februarie het ons 'n vasvra-kompetlsle gehad vraarin stad vir platteland gewen het met 7j punte teenoor 4^. Stad is deur Morrison en Anderson verteenwoordig en platteland deur Speed en Shelton. Die program Is opgelulster deur voordrag deur Shires en 'n grappige voorlesing deur Mnr. P. Burger. Die Hoof, Mnr. S. G. Osier, het op 7 Maart, vir ons 'n praatjie gehou oor sy Interessante ondervindlngs gedurende die oorlog. Hy het ook prente op die doek vertoon. Grappe is deur Mnr. J. Storm vertel. Op 25 April het ons 'n debat gehad wat taamiik diskussle ult- gelok het. Meinzer en Shelton het gese dat brein vandag die grootste rol In die wereld speel, terwyl Morrison en J. Anderson geld verdedig het. Brein het 1 1 :4 gewen. Op 9 Mel was musiek deur Weetman eerste op die program. Daarna het Mnre. G. Burger en J. Storm 'n samespraak van Langen-

280 hoven gelewer. P. Burger het voorgedra en die program is afgeslult met gesamentlike sang, begelel deur Penberthy aan die klavler. Ons sang het bale verbeter soos ons op die baie geslaagde konsert wat deur die S.A.U.K. gelewer is, getoon het. Almal het die bekende Afrikaanse liedjies harteiik saam gesing en dit was 'n groot sukses.

CHOIR

The Choir has had a quiet half year. It was realised last year that most of our leading songsters were leaving or were due to have their voices break. There was therefore no intention to aim high. Patient plodding, with such variety as was possible, was the schedule. Many new boys joined the ranks, untrained, but with possibilities. Tenors and basses were inexperienced, but they improved beyond ail expectation. In fact the really cheering thing has been the extent to which the Choir developed both in volume and in harmony, and by the end of the half year had built itself up into a very useful body. There are few, if any, soloists, and so we have not given thought to a concert, but we hope by the end of the year to put the Carols on again with the usual profit. The programme has consisted of the usual round of hymn tunes, quite a large number of light part songs, and two or three anthems. We are pleased and proud at the number of ex-choir boys who are now playing a leading part in choir work in the big towns. Friday, Groom and Doveton are in the Central Methodist Choir, Durban ; Coombe in the Presbyterian Choir, Durban ; Metcalf, McKenzie and, till recently, Wedderburn in the Central Methodist Choir, Pietermaritzburg. H. Albertyn is in the Greyville Choir, Durban.

MUSICAL SOCIETY

In view of the cancellation of all visiting to and from the School early this term, on account of the Polio epidemic, the Headmaster asked the Musical Society to do all it could to provide interest during the week-ends. As a result five meetings were held on successive Sunday afternoons. The ban on visiting made it impossible to ask outside artists so that the programmes had to be obtained from the material on the spot. An excellent response was forthcoming from members of the staff and the boys and the meetings were well attended— 60 being the minimum and 135 the maximum attendance.

281 The following contributed to a very successful series :— Mr. and Mrs. Reece (Piano Duets). Mr. Reece (Piano Soli). Mr. van den Berg (Bagpipe Soli). Mrs. Brown (Violin and Piano Soli). Mr. Brown (Bass Songs). Hayes (Zulu Songs). Dersley (Flute Solo)—very short and sweet ; but it was all he knew I ! Penberthy, Bulman and Leask (Piano Soli). McMenigali (Mouth Organ). The School Choir. In addition there were various forms of musical competitions and some community singing. The Music Club Committee would like to express its most appreciative thanks to all who did so much to help towards the success of these meetings and to those who were interested enough to come and listen. We express the hope that what you heard gave you sufficient enjoyment to induce you to come again when the removal of restrictions will make it less easy to make up your minds I For the final meeting seventeen members of the Music Club travelled to Epworth High School to hold a combined meeting with the Music Club of our sister school. Right royally did they feast us, both musically and with a lovely tea for the inner man ! They arranged an interesting programme for us to which our boys in the persons of Penberthy ("Golliwog's Cake Walk," Debussy), Leask I and Leask II (Duet : " Nigger Dance "), pro vided the solo items. They provided us with an alarming array of papers and pencils with which to answer two musical com petitions. In these we managed to hold our own, Hagemann sharing the prize with one of the Epworth girls in one competition and Bulman and Leask I sharing with two Epworth girls in the other. The Epworth Senior Choir then sang one of the chorus items from the "Walrus and the Carpenter" and sang it very well indeed. Mr. Brown sang three songs and we then went to the library for tea. While members of the staff were chatting round the library fire the boys and girls disappeared, as the girls wanted to show them round the School 1 VVhen the time came to return to Botha's Hill it was with considerable reluctance that we said good-bye to our hosts, who had given us such an enjoyable afternoon. In thanking them for their kindness we express the hope that we shall be able to entertain them next term.

SOCIAL STUDIES GROUP

Chairman : D. Morrison. Secretary : G. W. Shuker. The year's activities were planned at the first meeting to cover civic affairs for the first half and careers for the second half. Mr. Howes, legal adviser to the Durban Corporation, gave the first address to the Group. His subject was "Local Govern ment in South Africa." He commenced by showing that the

282 complex modern state had Its surest foundation in democratic local government. Then he moved on to the framework and functions of a modern city such as Durban. These he discussed at length with particular reference to Housing, Native Adminis tration and Representative Government. He concluded by stres sing that local government was the key to efficient national administration. Our next speaker was Mr. P. Fowie, M.P.C., who took as his subject "The Provincial Council." He soon gave a practical illustration to his remarks by drawing up the furniture as for a Provincial Council meeting, and making the Sixth Formers take official seats. He gave a clever picture of the scope and problems of the work of Provincial Councils and stressed the necessity for retention. After he had finished he answered many questions put to him on Hospitals, Roads, Preservation of Game, Revenue, etc. The following meeting was addressed by Morgan, Shelton and Southwood, who read an interesting combined paper on "The Malays." Each of the three lecturers chose a different aspect of this subject. "The Urban Native" was the subject of the next meeting and Shuker, Bishop and McLean delivered papers on the Housing, Education and Health of the Urban Native. Some startling facts emerged from this lecture, such as the disparity in the infantile mortality rate of the non-European which was 359 per 1,000 births, whereas that of the European community was only 25 per 1,000. The last meeting was devoted to" Careers in the Public Service." It was an informal discussion on prospects, salaries, pensions, conditions of work, etc. We are glad to know that L. M. Johnson has been selected to attend the Dundee Social Studies Group Camp this vacation. Next term's activities will begin with a visit to the Chesterfield Location.

PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

Although handicapped by lack of a suitable darkroom and the necessary apparatus the Society has held regular meetings at which matters of photographic interest have been demonstrated or discussed. The Time and Temperature method of development —contact printing—composition-—various types of films—the camera and how it works—are some of the matters dealt with. In the near future we hope to have a darkroom and if any parents or friends, who read this, have any photographic equip ment to spare—from an enlarger to a stirring rod—the Society can make use of it. In addition to the two articles mentioned,

283 we require developing dishes, printing frames (both In varying sizes) and adjustable developing tanks. We shall be most grateful for any help as these items are difficult to provide from our own unaided resources.

ART CLUB

Despite our poor facilities some very good work Is being pro duced and the attendances have been very regular generally. We are very much hampered In our efforts by the lack of suitable premises," a place of our own "where we can keep our unfinished work without having to cart It all over the place, where our materials are close at hand, and we can really sit down to the learning of drawing objects from life. Many have attempted copies, and though there Is some value In that, and some excellent copies have been made, it does not give the satslfaction of knowing that it Is your own expression of something you appreciate. But we cannot "forge Iron with bare hands" ; If we are expected to develop our talents (and there Is plenty of that !) we need our own studio, boards, sittlng-easels, etc. Thanks to the arrangements of the kind spirits who make our life pleasant at School, we had the great privilege of meeting and hearing Mr. Frank Beresford, R.A., Knight of the Order of the Lion of the Netherlands, and seeing many examples of his work. I am fully In agreement with his theory that you must learn to draw before you try to paint. It is a longer way to your goal, but doubtless the better. Once you have established that con nection between the shape of what you see, and the crayon or pencil in your hand, you will never forget you must not only learn to "see" form, you must be able to "feel" It In order to learn self-expression, which means one word only and that is "happiness." And all who met Mr. Beresford will agree that his life of self- expression has made him Into a well-balanced, happy and pleasing personality. This all In strong contrast with that modern Idea that an artist must be something of a mixture of a loony and a minor-god. Just compare the truly great art, which was a religious art, of the Middle Ages, with the attempts of the surrealists of to-day, which look like something produced by one suffering from the last stages of hydrophobia. Another fillip to our work was the preparations for the fete. Although only a small body did most of the work, and again the lack of a place to work In was most strongly felt (my room looked a shambles at times for weeks), we had a lot of fun out of it. Lots of moaning from the "cardboard-cutters," lots of moans from somebody with Scot's blood, over paint-wasters.

284 Let me here express my thanks to Miss Hazel Mllbank," Doc," "Mike," " Betty-Boop," "Bobby," "Gammy," "Shook " and "Curly" for their hard work. I think our efforts were appre ciated and we certainly made the fete look colourful. And now for a strong finish for our "end of the year" exhibition, and with hopes for our "own quarters." I.R.v.d.B.

LECTURES

CHARACTER AND EDUCATION ; We were Indeed honoured to welcome Lord and Lady Elton to Kearsney on Friday, February 27th. Lord Elton, historian, economist, university don, poet, Christian leader, writer of many works. Including St. George or the Dragon, was visiting South Africa as Secretary of the Rhodes Trust, and had been trying to make contact with as many past Rhodes Scholars as possible. After tea with the Headmaster, and representatives of the Board and Staff, Lord Elton addressed the School In words as fluent, well-chosen and persuasive as one would have expected from a University lecturer. His theme was two-fold : the aim of education and the development of character. Although he spoke briefly, there was more substance In his talk than In most addresses three times the length, and It was mellowed by humour that was subtle and genteel. Education, he believed, had two main values. It helped the student to differentiate between one thing and another, between good and bad, to sift the wheat from the chaff—to get quickly to the core of a matter and see the essentials. Whatever may be said about the old school tie. It was essential to have as national leaders men who had had the culture and education, and, with It, the discernment, which Is provided by good class schools and universities. The other reason for education, a more obvious one, was that it equipped the student mentally so that he would be able to discover his own niche, and have the ability to make a success of his life when he found It. Every well-educated man could be good at something, once he had discovered what It was. The secret of character building, he said, and one seldom properly appre ciated, lay In meditation and prayer, especially prayer. Prayer was little under stood by most people, and few knew the real approach. There was too much asking and too little listening. Our attitude should be, "Speak, Lord, Thy servant heareth," and not, " Hear, Lord, Thy servant speaketh." Only by a correct appreciation of spiritual values could the character be most worthily developed. LEADERSHIP: On Friday, March Sth, we enjoyed a visit from a good friend, Mr. T. Leyden, Head of the Durban Tech., who came to address the School on Leadership. Leadership, he said. Involved certain definite qualities : Intelligence, social awareness, energy, action. Intelligence was not necessarily to be gauged by academic success. Many great leaders had not had distinguished scholastic careers ; even Mr. Winston Churchill languished dispiritedly In the Fourth Form. But he, like many others, had natural ability and keenness of perception, and once his future career began to take shape, there was no stopping him. Social awareness Implied that the Individual realised that there were social and economic ills that required to be rectified, and which needed the attention of a strong man with his wits open to the conditions around him. Given these qualities, the would-be leader now required, most of all, drive, courage and Initiative. Florence Nightingale had an awareness of the conditions In hospitals, and she had the courage and energy to offer her services for the Crimea, where she carried through with her task of attending to three miles of hospital beds.

285 Allied to all this there was the need for a strong spiritual sense, a moral appreciation of right and wrong, and unwavering faith. Oniy those possessed of these varied quaiities couid ever hope to deveiop such personality as would fit them to become leaders of men and nations.

NORTHERN CONVOY On the morning of Wednesday, March lOth, Mr. Soiomon, iate of the Kingswood Staff, and an old friend of the Headmaster, gave the School a most interesting talk on his experiences In the British Navy on the northern convoy route to Russia. He was the only Springbok serving there, a very long way from home, and within 1,400 miles of the Pole. Convoys were large and movement slow, being restricted to the speed of the slowest ship. When sailing in almost continuous darkness and in bitter cold, it would have been easy for the slow ships to be left behind. One German battleship could sink a whole convoy, and on one occasion 29 ships out of 34 were lost. Loss of life was very heavy, too, for the water was so cold that no man could survive more than two or three minutes in it. Mr. Soiomon found the Russian climate cold, naturally, but in the summer, when there was almost perpetual daylight, it couid be hot. He was impressed by the immensity of Russia and its population. But there was alack of free expres sion and the spontaneous happiness which a free spirit produces. The people lived under the iron arm of the O.G.P.U., which suppressed ail opposition and independence. Another thing he could not fail to notice was the lack of any apparent difference between the men and the women. The women shouldered the heaviest of tasks, such as dockyard off-loading, and this was taken quite for granted. Russia's oniy real aim was the spread of Communism. They had no love for the Allies, in fact, there was very severe criticism and friction over the apparent delay with the Second Front. The Russian people themselves were kept in complete ignorance of the Allied viewpoint. In reply to a question, Mr. Soiomon gave a very graphic description of the sinking of the Bismark. He paid a very sincere tribute to the heroism of the German officers and men, who went on fighting after their ship was completely crippled and a blazing inferno, and who went to the bottom without surrender. The speaker concluded with some interesting impressions he had formed of Kearsney and wished the School all success in its work and sport, and in its plans for development.

ART On the last morning of the half-year, Thursday, June 24th, we were greatly honoured by a visit from Mr. Frank Beresford, R.A. He is an artist of world repute. He had the privilege of painting the first portraits of Their Majesties after their Coronation, and his painting of the Lying in State of the late King George Vth was acknowledged as the painting of the year. This is Mr. Beresford's first visit to South Africa, though he has been to most parts of the world. He is at present engaged in following the Royal Route of last year, painting ail the while. His work done in South Africa was laid round the hail, for the delight of ail. Mr. Beresford spoke simply and humorously of his experiences as an artist, and gave plenty of sound advice to would-be Royal Academicians. Two points he stressed : firstly, the need to be a craftsman and draughtsman, i.e., to know the mathematics of painting. He had no patience with impressionistic stuff. Secondly, he stressed the need for visual memory. Artists should be able to paint scenes and even people without having to sit in front of them. In a certain studio in Paris, the models sat at the top of a five-storied building, the artists at the bottom. After a few weary trips from bottom to top, the artists soon learned to trust to memory I Mr. Beresford's travelling studio cum kitchen cum bedroom was a source of much interest to the School. In this way he was able to be independent of hotels and could travel where and when he pleased.

286 CRICKET

The departures at the end of 1947 left us with a depleted side this year. The vacancies have been filled by some keen young players, who will be useful members of the XI as they gain In experience, but too much cannot be expected of them yet. Our bowling this quarter has always been steady, with King, Hansen and McLuckie being the mainstay of the attack. King bowled well in the matches against D.H.S. and Durban Wanderers. Our batting, generally, has been disappointing, for on occasions it has been purely negative, with the result that the batsmen have simply got themselves out. If our batsmen are to be at all suc cessful, they must show considerably more aggression than has been evident so far this year.

MATCHES

February 7th vs. MICHAELHOUSE MIchaelhouse Lost by 7 wickets Batting first we fared badly until McLuckie and Stewart were associated in a sound partnership. King followed with a forceful innings which included one six. The later batsmen collapsed. Smithyman bowled very well for MIchaelhouse. Michealhouse's innings was interrupted by mist and a thunderstorm, Smithyman played a fine innings, and Greene, after an early chance, batted with vigour.

KEARSNEY MICHAELHOUSE

Lund, b. Greene 2 Total 173 for 3 wickets. Warmback, b. Greene ...... 6 (Smithyman not out 79, Greene McLuckie, c. Greene, b. Smithy not out 49.) man ... 28 (Smithyman 7 wickets for 23) Stewart, c. Greene, b. Smithy man IS King, not out 31 Bowling Morgan, b. Smithyman I Mundell, b. Smithyman 3 O. M. R. W. Hagemann, b. Smithyman ... 0 King 12 0 SS 2 Smith, b. Smithyman 0 McLuckie 6 2 18 I Hobson, b. Greene I Roberts, c. Black, b. Smithyman 0 Extras 12

TOTAL 99

February Nth vs. HILTON Hilton Lost by 47 runs Hilton collected the useful total of 141, the batting honours being shared by Millar, Robinson, Fowler and Henderson. Our bowling was steady, but never really dangerous. Our batsmen fared very badly, Warmback and Smith being the only two to make runs. The former carried his bat for a very patient 40.

287 KEARSNEY HILTON

Lutw), b. Picclone 6 Total 141. Warm back, not out 40 (Millar 28, Robinson 27, Fowler McLuckie, Ibw., b. PIccione ... 3 22, Henderson 27.) Stewart, c. Fowler, b. Henderson 0 (PIccione 4 wicket for IS, King, b. PIccione 4 Addison 3 wickets for 13. Morgan, b. Addlson 6 Mundell, Ibw., b. Millar I Bowling Hagemann, b. Robinson 6 Smith, b. Addison 17 O. M. R. W. Hansen, b. Addison 0 King ... 13 3 31 i 1 . * Fellows-Smith, Ibw., b. PIccione 0 McLuckie 13 i 37 3 ' - 1 Extras 10 Lund 3 0 22 2 Mundeii 3 0 li 1 TOTAL ... 94

February 18th vs. DURBAN WANDERERS Home Lost by 14 runs On a wicket that never was easy. Wanderers made 89, of which May scored 36. King bowled very well Indeed and was ably assisted by Hansen. We batted quite steadily against accurate bowling, but it was left to the tall-enders to provide an exciting finish. Sinclair was the most successful Wanderer's bowler.

KEARSNEY WANDERERS

Lund, b. Sinclair 0 Total 89. Warmback, b. Freakes 8 (May 36, Sinclair not out II.) McLuckie, run out .. 9 Morgan, b. Irvine .. II (Sinclair 4 wicket for II.) King, c. May, b. Deavin ... .. 0 Smith, b. Sinclair .. 19 Bowling Mundell, Ibw., b. Irvine ... .. 0 O. M. R. W. Dyson, b. J. May .. II 1 22 Fellows-Smith, b. Sinclair... 0 King ... 8 4 Hansen, not out 8 McLuckie ... 4 1 30 2 Hagemann, b. Sinclair 0 Hansen ... 7 2 20 3 Extras 8 Hagemann ...... 3 0 II 1 TOTAL ... 75

February 2fst vs. D.H.S. Durban Lost by 119 runs Sledle and McKenzie put on 112 in the opening partnership for D.H.S. We did not make the most of our opportunities and missed several chances, in his third spell King bowled with considerable effect, taking 8 wickets for 49. Our batting failed lamentably In the face of the combined attack of Tayfleld, A., and Goddard. In our second innings King showed more aggression and had made 25 not out when stumps where drawn.

288 KEARSNEY D.H.S.

Lund, b. Tayfield, C 0 Total 176. Warm back, c. Siedle, b. Stamper 6 (Siedle S3, McKenzie 55, Tay McLuckie, c. Knowles, b. Tay field, C. 17.) field. A 16 Stewart, b. Tayfield, A 0 (Tayfield, A. 6 wickets for 10.) Morgan, b. Tayfield, A 0 Bowling Smith, b. Tayfield, A 2 King, b. Tayfield, A. 10 O. M. R. W. Dyson, c. and b. Tayfield, A. ... 3 King ... 13 1 49 8 Mundell, b. Tayfield, A 0 McLuckie 10 2 29 Hansen, not out 3 Roberts, c. Avice, b. Stamper ... 12 Mundell 3 0 13 Extras S Warm back 6 3 8

TOTAL 57

Kearsney Second Innings : 57 for 7 (King not out 25). (McKenzie 5 for 14.)

Under 14 The record of this side for the season was : Played 12, won 9, lost 3—a creditable performance. Dykes headed the batting averages with 20 (H.S. 50 n.o.), and Atkinson was the most dangerous bowler with 55 wickets for 220 runs, giving him an average of 4. Bulman with an average of 12 has distinct promise as an opening batsman. Williamson led the side well and though his "keeping " was not up to the standard he set himself In the previous season. It was always good. As a batsman he was erratic—mainly due to lack of concentration (average 14.7). The games were played In a sporting spirit and the team deevloped a very real team spirit. The behaviour on and off the field was up to Kearsney standard and It was particularly good to hear spectators comment on the neat appearance and good behaviour of our boys. There Is much good material In this side and It Is to be hoped that the match experience they have gained will stand them In good stead as they move up. We should like to thank Mr. Reece for his keen Interest and able coaching at the nets and Mr. Hopkins for his help In making It possible to arrange so many matches, as In large measure the success of the side has been due to their efforts, and Interest. In conclusion I should like to thank Williamson and all those who have played for the team for their loyal support and keen ness and to wish them every success In the under fifteen section to which they now move. R.W.B.

vs. HIGHBURY Highbury 63. Kearsney 66 for 3 (Williamson 21 n.o., Richardson 22 n.o.)

vs. PINETOWN Kearsney 77 (Bulman 31, Dykes 23). Pinetown, 52 (Christian 5 for 12).

289 vs. HILTON Hilton 30 and 39. Kearsney 110 (Dykes 50 n.o.) (Atkinson 9 for 13.)

vs. PINETOWN Kearsney 72 (Hanbury King, 23). Pinetown 78 for 3.

vs. BOYS' MODEL SCHOOL B.M.S., 35 and 54. Kearsney 65 for 5 (Dykes 20, Williamson 19). (Atkinson, 6 for 21.)

Other Matches Colts 68 (Dyson 27, Rodda 14). Hilton Colts, 79 (llling 39, Dyson 5 for 36, Roberts 4 for 25). • Under 15, 64 (Hagemann 17) and 86 (Dukes, last man, 28). D.H.S. Under 15, 157 (Vaughan 66, Dukes 3 for 21). Under 14" B ", 143 for 6 wickets declared (Spencer 51, ten fours ; McGregor 27). Hilton Under 14" B ", 131 for 7 wickets (the 7th wicket falling at 59).

ATHLETICS

Kearsney vs. D.A.C. The annual meeting with the D.A.C. was held this year on Saturday, March 13th, In perfect weather. We were treated to a very fine display of athletics, and our team should have gained considerably in experience. McLuckie, Morrison and Meinzer all gave creditable perforamnces. The high-light of the afternoon was undoubtedly the magnificent display given by Gandy of D.A.C. in the high jump, when he cleared 6 feet 4^ Inches. Had he cleared his last jump it would have bettered the Natal record. Once again our thanks are due to Mr. Sulin and the members of the D.A.C. for a most enjoyable afternoon's athletics.

PROGRAMME 100 yds. Open ; ist, McLuckie (K.). 2nd, Orrell (D.), 0.8. 3rd, Wortley (D.)0.6. Time : 10.8s. 880 yds. Open ; ist, Meinzer (K.). 2nd, Van Rensberg (D.). 3rd, Johnson (K.). Time : 2mln. 6.4s. Shot, Open; Ist, Walker (D.). 2nd King (K.). 3rd, Orrell (D.). DIst. 44ft. S^ins. High Jump Open: Ist, Gandy (D.). 2nd, Blackburn (K.). 3rd, Palm (D.). Height : 6ft. 45ins. 440 yds. Open: Ist, Meinzer (K.). 2nd, Gibson (D.). 3rd, Mundell (K.). Time : 48.8s. Long Jump Open: Ist, Morrison (K.). 2nd Orrell (D.). 3rd, Palm (D.). Dist. : 20ft. lOjins. Discus Open: Ist, Walker (D.). 2nd, Palm (D.). 3rd, Morrison (K.). Dist.: 153ft. 61ns. 220 yds. Open: Ist, Wortley (D.). 2nd, McLuckie (K.). 3rd, Bordmer (D.). Time : 23.3s. Mile Open : Ist, Johnson (D.). 2nd, Reed (D.). 3rd, Smith (K.). Time :4m. 50.8s. In addition there were nine relay races between teams of three. In the different age groups.

290 SPORTS DAY

in20th, untilnecessary the following to postpone Monday Sports owing Day to from three Saturday, days of March rain. The track was very sodden for the actual sports, with the result that al the high jump events had to be held in the afternoon when the take-off had improved somewhat. It is a pity that the pro gramme had to be altered, as the early part of the afternoon probably proved tedious for the spectators. " Despite the disadvantages, performances were of a high standard, resulting in the breaking of eight records, and the equalling of two more. Competition between the two Houses was very keen Gillingham won they* Olliverissue Pearce being decidedTrophy eventuallyby the final by relay. the narrow margin of 823 points to 820. Close finishes in many of the events also added to the interest of meeting. Once again the sports attracted a large gathering of parents and friends, although they were held on a week-day. We should like to thank Mrs. Goldman and her staff for catering so ably for a large crowd. Our thanks are also due to Mr. Colley for his assistance in the preparation of the track. Mrs. R. H. Matterson did us the honour of presenting the trophies and certificates at the end of the day. Congratulations to the following on the award of their Athletic m Colours : N. McLuckie, C. Meinzer, J. A. Smith, D. Morrison, L. Johnson, M. Eastwood and P. Warmback.

PROGRAMME 75 yds. Under 13 : 1st, Meumann (F.). 2nd, Dykes (F.). 3rd, Coventry (F.). 75 yds. Under 14 : 1st, Rock (G.). 2nd, Winder (P.). 3rd, TimeSouthwood : 9.6s. (G.). 100inn yds.j Under IS : 1st, Dyson (F.). 2nd, Hagemann (F.). 3rd,Time: Atkinson 9.4s. (G.). 100inn yds.J Under 16^ : 1st, Eastwood (G.). 2nd, Johnson (G.). Time:3 Warmback II.4s. (G.). 100 yds. Open ; 1st, McLuckie (G.). 2nd WheelwrightTime (F.). : 3rd, I Is. Mackenzie School Record. (G.). Shot Under 16^ : 1st, Hansen (G.). 2nd, Stewart (F.).Time 3rd, : Johnson10.6s, (G.) and Shot „Open : 1st, King (F.). 2nd,Hulett Mundell (G.). (F.). MeinzerDist. (G.). : Dist.34ft. 35ft. 31ns. lOlns. 880 yds. Under 16^ : 1st, Johnson (F.). 2nd, Bishop (F.). 3rd, Gjestland (G.). 220 yds. Open : 1st, McLuckie (G.). 2nd,Time Meinzer : 2mlns. (G.). 8s.3rd, SchoolWheelwright Record. (p.). Long Jump Under 13 : 1st, LeaskTime (P.). : 23s.2nd, SchoolLowes Record.(P.). 3rd, Tarr (G.). Dist. : 13ft. logins. ■ '$ Long Jump Under 14 : 1st, Newlands (P.). 2nd, Rock (G.). 3rd, RIshworth (P.). Dist : 16ft. 6^lns. Long Jump Under IS : 1st, Dyson (F.). 2nd, Atkinson (G.). 3rd, Hagemann (F.). Dist. : 18ft. 9ins.

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■ Long Jump Under 16^: 1st, Warmback (G.). Cowie (F.). 3rd, Hansen (G.). Dist. : 18ft. 9ins. Long Jump Open : 1st, McLuckie (G.). 2nd, Morrison (p.). 3rd, Meinzer (G.). Dist. : 20ft. 71 ns. Discus Under 15 : 1st, Dyson (F.). 2nd, H. King (G.). 3rd, Nicholson (G.). Dist. : 1 14ft. School Record. 100 yds. under 13 : 1st, Neumann (P.). 2nd, Coventry (F.). 3rd, Carter (G.). Time : 12.8s. School Record. 100 yds. Under [4 : 1st, Rock (G.). 2nd, Southwood (G.). 3rd, Dersiey (G.). Time : 12s. School Record. 220 yds. Under 15 ; 1st, Dyson (P.). 2nd, Hagemann (P.). 3rd, Atkinson (G.). Time : 26.2s. Discus Open : 1st, Morrison (P.). 2nd, Tenquist (P.). 3rd, Blackburn (P.). Dist.: 112ft. lOlns. 220 yds. Under 13 : 1st, Neumann (P.). 2nd, Scott (G.). 3rd, Coventry (p.). Time : 29s. 220 yds. Under 14 : 1st, Rock (G.). 2nd, Dersiey (G.). 3rd, Newland (P.). Time : 27.1s. 440 yds. Under 16^- ; 1st, Johnson (P.). 2nd, Bishop (P.). 3rd, Cowie (P.). Time : S6.5s. 880 yds Open : 1st, Meinzer (G.). 2nd, Smith (G.). 3rd, Tenquist (P.). Time : 2mins. 5.5s. Discus Under 16^ : 1st, Johnson (G.). 2nd, Eastwood (G.). 3rd, Hansen (G.). Dist. : High Jump Under 13 : 1st, Walker (G.). 2nd, Mark (P.). 3rd, Lowes (P.). Height : 4ft. 2ins. High Jump Open : 1st, Blackburn (P.). 2nd, Morrison (P.). 3rd, McLuckie (G.) and Speed (G.). Height : 5ft. 5^ins. High Jump Under 14 : 1st, Rock (G.) and Rushworth (P.). 3rd, Newlands (G.). Height ; 4ft Bins. School Record. High Jump Under 15 : 1st, Stranack (G.). 2nd Rich (P.). 3rd, Nlchoison(G.). Height ; 4ft. 9jins. 440 yds. Open : 1st, Meinzer (G.). 2nd, McLuckie (G.). 3rd, Wheelwright (P.). Time : 54.1s. High Jump Under 16^ ; 1st, Warmback (G.). 2nd, Cowie (P.). 3rd, Kitchin (p.). Height : 5ft. 6ins. School Record. 880 yds. Under 13 : 1st, Carter (G.). 2nd Russell (P.). 3rd, Scott (G.). Time : 2mins. 38.5s. 880 yds. Under 14 : 1st, Rock (G.). 2nd, Dersiey (G.). 3rd, Leask (P.). Time : 2mins. 26.25s. 880 yds. Under 15 : 1st, Ashby (P.). 2nd, Brass (G.). 3rd, Letcher (G.). Time : 2mins. 22.4s. 220 yds. Under 16^ : 1st, Eastwood (G.). Bishop (p.). 3rd, Oliver (G.). Time : 24.3s. School Record. Parents' Walk : 1st, Mrs. P. Hughes. 2nd, Mr. Oliver. ' Mile Under IS: 1st, Brass (G.). 2nd, Peel (P.). Prankish (P.). Time 5mins. 42.5s. Mile Under I6|: 1st, Johnson (P.). 2nd, Gjestland (G.). 3rd, R. Bolton (G.). Time : Smins. 6.2s. Mile Open: 1st, Smith (G.). Tenquist (P.). 3rd, Meinzer (G.). Time : 4min. 58.8s 880 yds. Non-Finalists: 1st, Kitchin (P.). 2nd, Kinloch (G.). 3rd, Senior (P.). Time : 2mins. 6.9s. Old Boys' 100 yds.: 1st, Hopkins. 2nd, Porsyth. 3rd, Nieuwoudt. Time : 10.3s. Relay Under 13 : 1st, Pinningiey. 2nd, Giilingham. Time : 58.5s. Relay Under 14: 1st, Giilingham. 2nd, Pinningiey. Time : 55.5s. Relay Under 15 : 1st, Pinningiey. 2nd, Giilingham. Time : 52.8s.

292 Relay Under 16^: 1st, Glllingham. 2ncl, Finningley. Time 49.2s. Relay Open : 1st, Glllingham. 2nd, Finningley. Time : 48s. Tug o' War: 1st, Finningley. 2nd, Glllingham. Distribution of Trophies : Mrs. R. H. MATTERSON EVENTS PREVIOUSLY DECIDED Cricket Ball : Under 15: 1st, Dyson. 2nd, NIcolson. 3rd, Hanbury-Klng. Dist. : 89yds. 2ft. 0 Ins. (Record) Under 16^ : 1st, Gjestland, T. 2nd, Hulett. 3rd, Roberts. Dist. : 80yds. I ft. 81ns. Open: 1st, Mundell, A. 2nd, Smith, J. A. 3rd, Mundell, M Dist. : 90yds. Oft. 9ins. TROPHIES: Inter-House (Olliver Pearce) Glllingham Best Individual Event: Open (Hulett) McLuckie (220 yds.) Under 165 (Les. France) Johnson, L. (880yds.), Eastwood (220 yds.) Under IS (Grant Weston) Dyson (Discus) Under 14 (Pennefather) Rock (100 yds.) Under 13 (Hopkins) Neumann (100 yds.)

RUGBY

The start of the season was delayed owing to the necessity of taking precautions against Poliomyelitis. As a result the first four matches of the season had to be cancelled) Also when we were in a position to start playing, the first XV was badly out of training, a factor that was only too evident in our first two matches. As the season has progressed the team has improved considerably. The forwards have shaken down into a workmanlike pack and have been the mainstay of our attack and defence. King has proved himself a good leader and has been ably supported by Mundell, A., and Smith, J. A. The three-quarters have a long way to go before they reach the standard that may reasonably be expected of them. The handling generally has been poor, and on occasions the defence has left much to be desired. There has been some improvement, however, in the later games, but there is still room for more. We extend our congratulations to King on his selection for Natal Schools. He has been awarded his honours cap and A. Mundell and J. A. Smith their colours.

Nay ISth vs. T.H.S. Home Lost 9—11 Our team suffered from the disadvantage of being unfit, and this factor was apparent in the second half particularly. T.H.S. thoroughly deserved their win, for, apart from being the fitter side, their forwards played a hard game, which laid the foundation for their success.

293 We opened the scoring after about 15 minutes' play, when Warmback dum mied his way round a scrum near the Tech. line. The kick failed (3—0). Shortly afterwards McLuckie hit the upright with an attempted drop goal. After pressing for some time, our forwards broke through, and after several of them had handled, the ball came along the line for McLuckie to score an unconverted try (6—0). Half time score (6—0). Shortly after the resumption Tech. were awarded a penalty under our posts ; Bailey made no mistake with the kick (6—3). Tech. drew level when a forward broke through a loose scrum near our line to score. The kick was wide (6—6). This was followed by a run-away try by Tech. when one of their wings scored under the posts (6—I I). We rallied towards the end and from a set scrum in mid-field McLuckie scored in the corner. The kick was wide. (9—II).

May 22nd vs. MICHAELHOUSE Balgowan Lost 6—45 Michaelhouse began at a cracking pace and finding our weakness at centre, took the opportunity of scoring a try and a goal, giving them a lead of 8 points in as many minutes. Our team never seemed to recover from this early reverse and as a consequence our defence collapsed badly in places. Smith was pulled out of the flank position in an attempt to stiffen up the line. Michaelhouse ran up 22 points in the first half, while we scored 3 points from a try by Hansen during a momentary rally. Shortly after the resumption we were awarded a penalty which King goaled (6—22). Michaelhouse then came in to their own, scoring a further six tries, the honours being shared by their forwards' and three-quarters. Final score (6-45).

May 29th vs. GLENWOOD Durban Won 14—11 The team played better rugby than in the previous game, although there is still room for improvement in the defence of the three-quarters. The for wards are working better in the loose. We opened the scoring when Melnzer went over in the corner for an uncon verted try (3—0). This was followed Immediately by a break in mid-field by the Glenwood fly-half who scored under the posts. The kick failed (3—3). Glen- wood were gaining the ball from practically all the set-scrums and as a result pressed strongly. They scored a try and a goal when first a centre and then a wing went through our defence. Half time score (3—I I). In the second half we settled down to play better rugby and did most of the pressing, although Glenwood were still winning the set-scrums. McLuckie put in a good run to score and a fairly easy kick was missed (6—1 1). Southwood' smothered a kick near the Glenwood line, and Mundell dived over for an uncon verted try (9—II). In the last ten minutes Smith, collecting the ball from a fumble by the Glenwood three-quarters near our line, ran almost the length of the field to score under the posts. It was the most spectacular try of the game. Warmback made sure of the kick (14—I I).

June 2nd vs. BEREA ROVERS (under 19) Home Won 16—8 Rovers opened the scoring when we were penalised in our 25 and Harker goaled with a good kick (0—3). Shortly afterwards we were awarded a penalty in front of Rover's posts which Warmback put over (3—3), but we missed another from almost the same position a few minutes later. Rovers were doing their fair share of pressing, but generally our defence was sound. King barged his way over to score and then converted with an excellent kick. Half time score (8—3).

294 fii- tacked strongly early In the second half and eventually Leather ^- T~")' ^WtLuiwayt1>rTc;|<|e scoredthrough a fightingto score try under far out, the but posts the forkick Markerwas short to (Iconvert I—8). Foljow, so:Tie good foot work, Hansen took the ball on past the Rovers' full bj^'^to score far out. King converted with a very fine kick (16—8).

® / iJift lith vs. ESTCOURT Estcourt Won 20—6 Our forwards laid the foundation for our success, and played a very sound game throughout. Our three-quarters lost many opportunities through poor handling, a factor that must be improved as soon as possible. Our defence was sound during the whole game. We opened the scoring when Hastle scored after Rodda had punted ahead. King converted (5—0). Shortly afterwards Estcourt goaled a penalty with a good kick (5—3). Just before half-time Speed broke, gave to Smith who scored in the corner after a good run. Half time (8—3). In the second half our forwards took control of the game and, after pressing for some time. King broke through the ruck to score near the posts. An easy kick was missed (I I—3). Estcourt were awarded a penalty and made no mistake with the kick (I I—6). in reply Warmback put over a penalty (14—6). We were awarded two penalties in quick succession and King goaled both with very good kicks from far out (20—6).

June 19th vs. ST. CHARLES Home Won 8—0 This game developed into a grim sturggle and it was soon evident that the scoring would not be heavy on either side. Play was mainly in mid-field, with both sides taking it in turns to make sallies towards their opponents' line. Once again the forwards played well, ably led by King, who himself gave a fine display. The handling of the three-quarters showed considerable improvement. Half time (0—0). The game followed much the same course until amost mid-way through the second half, when King goaled a penalty from half-way (3—0). The three- quarters came Into their own when Speed broke, gave to Smith who was backing up, to Meinzer, back to Speed who scored near the posts for King to convert (8—0). The match was a hard one, and at times productive of very good rugby. Final score (8—0).

June 23rd vs. COLLEGIANS (under 19) Home Won 19—8 We took most of the first half to settle down, with the result that Collegians had most of the play. The side gradually shook down and in the second half gained control of the game. The team played well together and the performance of the three-quarters was the best so far. Collegians opened the scoring when their right wing scored in the corner after a good run (0—3). Collegians scored again from a three-quarter move ment. This try was converted (0—8). Just before half-time we put over a penalty. Half time (3—8). In the second half we did most of the attacking. King goaled a penalty from half way (6—8). Rodda scored in the corner when he caught the defence off their guard. King hit the upright with the conversion (9—8). From the loose near Collegians line, Feliows-Smlth carried the ball over to score. King added the major points (14—8). Just before the final whistle Mundell, who had played an excellent game, scored a fighting try, following a mis-kick by a Collegian's centre. King converted (19—8).

295 May 24th 2nd XV w. OLD CROCKS Home Lost 3—26 (From a report in the Natal Mercury) The internationals, Stanley Osier, Pat lyster and Jack Gage, were In mag nificent form yesterday when the annual Old Crocks match was played at Kearsney. Lyster scored three fighting tries in the old style. Gage was as ubiquitous as ever in scoring his brace and Bob Gouldie added another, though he did knock- on a sitter right of the posts when Lyster gave it to him on a plate. "Dyer goaled four of the tries from varying ranges with precision kicks, and the Old Crocks won 26—3 after being held to a 3—3 score at half time. The School try was a good one, indeed. "The twinkling feet of Stanley Osier and his deceptive running had the boys worried, and many a lovely opening did he carve out in the approved style. "Another who caught the eye was the fourth international, Alf Walker, who, despite his 55 years, was as boyish as ever in the Hunt. Alf has not missed a game since the match was first introduced in 1931. "Jack Gage had the mortification of scoring behind the goal posts of the adjoining field after a clever bit of manoeuvring. "The handling of the three-quarters was an object lesson to the boys,, who must have derived a great deal of benefit from the game. "The Kearsney second string stuck magnificently to their huge task and their tackling was courageous at all times."

OTHER GAMES 2nd XV vs. "Y" CLUB (Durban).—Match drawn, 14—14.

Under 15 The first half of the season has been very successful for the Under 15 team, and a lot can be expected from these players in seasons to come. It is very encouraging to see this team playing such clean, open rugger. Of the five matches played they won three, drew one, and lost one to a very big and heav)r team. Atkinson was selected for the Durban Under 15 side to play the Pietermaritzburg Under 15 side—congratulations I

MATCHES vs. Tech. High School (h), won 31—0. vs. Michaelhouse (a), won 28—12. vs. Gienwood (a), drew 3—3. vs. fstcourt (a), won 13—3. vs. St. Charles lost 3—13.

Under 14 Judging by the results of matches played the Under 14 team has not done too badly. The forwards have combined Into a very useful pack In the tight, but lack the dash and combination in the loose, the only methods by which they can make their movements both dangerous and profitable. The backs have been very unsettled so far, partly owing to fre quent changes in the line. Selfishness, lack of combination and thrust, have been far too obvious. With plenty of practice and determination the material there should develop into a sound three-line. MATCHES vs. Merchlston (h), won 11—0. vs. Voortrekker (a), lost 3—11. vs. Clifton (h), won 8—0.

296 Under 13 The Under 13 played only one match this first half which they lost against Voortrekker at Pletermaritzburg. Voortrekker scored 6 points in the first ten minutes, then we answered with three tries ; Mark, Kirkman and Meumann scoring one each. Voortrekker scored again and won an enjoyable game 12—9.

TENNIS

Committee, 1948 : Morrison (Captain), Mundell, A., Hobson. There has been a steady interest throughout the School. A welcome feature is the coaching facilities now available, as Messrs. Bob Kirby and Geoff. Hulett have kindly offered to coach any members of the School on every first Monday of the month. A tennis ladder was tried out during the second term and will be continued permanently. The tennis courts have now been repaired and are in very good condition. Our thanks go to Mr. Hulett for his gift of centre- bands for the nets. The first team has gained much experience in friendly matches with a Zululand Old Boys team and Mr. Bob Kirby's team. Only one School match has been played. This was against Glen wood in Durban and was lost by 90 games to 45. In the singles Glen- yvood won 39 games, Kearsney 15 and in the doubles Glenwood 51, Kearsney 30 games. The following have represented the School : A. Mundell, M. Hobson, H. Lund, B. Stewart, D. Morrison, B. Speed and M. Mundell.

P.T. AND SPORT

We have not had a real chance to develop this term, owing to the polio-scare." Of course, we feel the lack of a gymnastics hall where, come rain or shine, we can dedicate ourselves to the pursuits of the " real" gymnastics and indoor sports. Once you can do the swing-up start on horizontal bar and turn your back-somersaults on the tumbling mats, you feel it has been worth while getting yourself fit. Boxing has slacked off, but we must stick to it. Thanks to the N.A.B.A. and Mr. Syd. Walker from Hill Crest, we could lay our hands on some more boxing gloves, yet we have far from enough sets. In the near future we would like to meet a team from another school.

297 "Soft-ball " is taking on, and a fine game it is. Some strong tussels have been seen betv^een forms during School periods and the verbal exchanges between pitcher Roberts and first base-man Warm back have often made us forget which was better —the game or the barracking ? I hope that you will keep the same spirit, with which you have approached the physical training lessons, throughout the year. A final word about the training for athletics—we have seen what systematic training and coaching can do. But we started too late, or the results would have been much better still. As 1 have had plenty of experience overseas, let me state here and now that you young South Africans have an extraordinary aptitude for this branch of sports. I have seen many a race in the" cracks " class won overseas in the time put up by young lads here. But in contrast, overseas the athletes show an energy and deter mination to better themselves, which is rather lacking here. You have to be a "stickler" because results come slowly. Keep your shoulder to the wheel and take the tips from those who know better. l.R.v.d.B.

CADET NOTES

Cadet training has not been spectacular this half, but useful work has been done in getting new recruits into shape on the parade ground and in keeping Nos. I and 2 Platoons up to the mark. The arrival of new supplies of uniform has enabled the Detachment to be refitted where necessary, and has greatly improved its appearance on parade. The Band has been struggling to get up to standard with a considerable proportion of young new members. The recent fortunate arrival of new bugles and new drums has stimulated enthusiasm tremendously and it is clear that next term everyone will work most strenuously to retain the Polliack Silver Bugle at the September Competition. The bugles are a new Issue by the Defence Department, and the fact that we are one of three Detach ments in Natal to receive them is a deserved recognition of the keenness of the Band and the hard work which it has done in the past. The drums are a gift from our generous friend at the end of the road, Mr. A. H. Smith. They are a really magnificent set of four side drums and one bass drum supplied by the Premier Drum Company of England. The fittings are chromium-plated and the shells are finished in cream enamel. The College crest is painted on each. They make a spectacular display and they certaiTily give us the most magnificent equipment in the Province,

298 if not in the whole country. Our very hearty and grateful thanks go to Mr. Smith for making it possible for us to have them. The record of our Band in the past certainly merits their having the best instruments available, and it is now up to them to maintain that record as consistently as possible. We expect them to go all-out to keep the Polliack Bugle in September. Shooting practices have been held regularly throughout both terms, and though the results have often been disappointing, there are signs now of improvement, and we can almost hope to find enough good shots next term to maintain the high standard that we achieved last year. Early in the first term we received the good news that for the first time in the history of the School we had won the Prime Minister's Trophy for Natal on the results on the 1947 Imperial Challenge Shield Competition. The average score was 82.216 The Detachment is to be heartily congratulated on this fine result. At the moment it looks doubtful if we shall repeat that achieve ment this year as the middle-school boys are rather a small lot, and they find the rifle heavy to hold. There is hope, however, particularly as the basis of the Competition has now been changed so that it is no longer necessary to count 70 per cent, of the whole Detachment. A Company of 87-99 boys can compete as an inde pendent unit. Next term therefore we shall concentrate on 90 boys and try to get them up to a high standard. Some details of the 1947 Competition results will be found below. Our thanks are due to the masters who assisted at the practices. Two teams were sent down to the Petiet Cup Competition In Durban on 15th May, but did not come up to expectations, partly no doubt because rain made conditions very trying. The Competition was won by Maritzburg College "A" and " B" teams, with a score of 381 each. Our teams came 7th and 9th with scores of 354.51 and 348.84. This gives a team average of 88.63 and 87.21 respectively, and the first one of the "A" team was often bettered at the practices beforehand. In January fourteen boys attended a Course at Ladysmith for S.O.'s and N.C.O.'s. One of them, S.O. (2nd-Lt.) Benson came out top, but he could not be awarded the swagger cane on the technical ground that as he had left school he should not be on the Course. (He was allowed to attend by courtesy of the S.O. Cadets). We congratulate him on his keenness and efficiency, and commiserate with him in his understandable disappointment. The swagger cane went to the runner-up, S.O. Evers of Glenwood High School. Appointments of additional Student Officers for 1948 were made from those of our Cadets who had attended this Course. Congratulations to 2nd-Lieut. R. W. Brown on his promotion to full lieutenant.

299 The biggest Cadet event of this half was the Field Day held on June 9th, on Mr. Vernon Crookes' farm across the railway line towards Hill Crest. We thank Mr. Crookes for kindly giving us permission to conduct operations on his property, and we also tender sincere thanks to the Head for letting us off School for the occasion. We gratefully acknowledge too the assistance of the Head and other members of the Staff who helped us as umpires. An outline of the scheme will be found further on in these notes. It was encouraging to have no less than four U.D.F. Officers with us for these manoeuvres. Captain Power and Lieutenant West from the Natal Field Artillery, and Lieutenant Hardingham and Lieutenant Ellwood from H.Q., Natal Command. Each of them was good enough to make some very useful comments at the end of the exercise. We regret to report that our affiliation to the 2nd Anti-Tank Regiment (S.A.A.) has ceased as the Regiment itself has passed out of existence. It seems that Pretoria G.H.Q. suddenly decided that anti-tank training should be transferred from Durban to Johan nesburg and that the Regiment in Durban should form a third Bat tery of the 2nd Field Regiment, Natal Field Artillery. Colonel E. J. Clemmans, Officer Commanding the 2nd Anti-Tank was a very good friend to our Detachment and had always shown a keen Interest in it, so the severing of his official connection with us is indeed a disappointment. We hope, however, that he is not lost to us as a friend, and we tend him our thanks for the assistance he so willingly gave us while he was what may almost be called our military godfather. We are now seeking to arrange an affiliation with the successors to the Anti-Tanks, that is to say the Natal Field Artillery whose O.C. is Colonel L. V. Chaplin at Maritzburg. The Adjutant, Captain Pat Power, has already made contact, and it is clear that the association would be a very useful one to us. At the end of April a change took place in the position of Staff Officer Cadets. Captain J. A. Marshall left on transfer to Pretoria and he was succeeded in Durban by Captain P. G. M. Cruse. We regretted Captain Marshall's departure as he had taken a great Interest in the Detachment, but we are glad to say that it is already evident that we have a very good friend in Captain Cruse, and we offer him a cordial welcome to Natal. Appointments : Student Officers: Todd, D. E.(Detachment Commander) ; McLuckie, N. A.; Smith, J. A.: Gardner, D. G. ; Mundell, A. L. ; Oilver, C. L. ; Southwood, O. R. Warrant Officers : King, A. R. ; Blackburn, M. A. Sergeants : Meinzer ; Morrison ; Johnson, L. M. ; Johnson, R. A. O. ; Morgan ; Stewart : Hastie ; Lund. Corporals : Maclean ; Mackenzie, I. H. ; Jackson : Fellows-Smith ; Shelton ; Dowse ; Crankshaw ; Burger ; Rodda ; Cowie, il ; Shuttle- worth ; Cowie, I ; Hulett ; Hagemann ; Trehearn ; Kitchin ; Letcher; Beck. Strength : 175 Student Officers and Cadets.

300 Imperial Challenge Shield, 1947: Average score ; 82.216. The Detachment won the Prime Minister's Trophy for Natai (for the first time). Number of marksmen (90 pius) ; 12. Number of First-class shots (85-89) : 21. Marksmen Scores ; 96 van Gorkom ; 95 Groom ; 94 du Toit, Cowie I ; 93 Shuker, Aiexander ; 92 Thompson ; 91 Metcaife, H. C., Shimweil, Taylor, R. A. J. ; 90 Maclean, Clarkson, O.

Field Day Manoeuvres, June 9th, 1947 j Rival Force Commanders : 2nd-Lt. (S.O.) Todd and 2nd-Lt. (S.O.) Gardner. The objective was an Atomic Bomb Plant as represented by a group of trees on the farm. Todd's force defended, but was later ordered by the umpires to withdraw in order to give a change of role to each force. By the end of the counter-attack both sides had suffered heavy casualties, and each made conflicting claims to success. The very valuable comments of the U.D.F. Officers who witnessed the manoeuvres are summarised as follows : In attack : Movements were too springy, and sections advanced bunched together too much. Position of HQ was not clearly known. Runners often gave away sections' positions. In defence : De fenders hid themselves too much for a good field of view, and others moved around too much. Right use was not made of trees for cover ; stand in front of the tree if it is in shadow. Communications were good. Withdrawal required by umpires was done with too much of a rush. A section at a time should be withdrawn from each platoon. A sally from the defence would have been a good idea. The Officers commented on the keenness which was shown and also on the tendency of some cadets to lose their best friend, the rifle, by leaving it lying about. Night Operations: An attack on and defence of the gum plantation below Giiiingham provided more entertainment perhaps than military training. (G.M.O.)

LOOKING BACK

1935, First Half The New Scheme.—It Is more or less generally known that we are desirous of moving the College to a more accessible spot. The main reasons are (a) the difficulty of persuading people that we are free from malaria ; (b) the unfortunate reputation Stanger has for heat ; (c) our distance from other schools ; (d) the diffi culty In getting outside help for lectures and tuition ; (e) the fact that we have no security of tenure here and do not even own the property. The Natal Synod met at the College In July. We are glad to know that the members enjoy the corporate life here. One evening was devoted to a discussion of "The Church In Relation to Edu cation," which Messrs. Gram and Reece opened with thoughtful speeches which impressed all present. Our long record of freedom from the various epidemics that afflict schools has been broken at last, for at the end of May mumps made Its appearance and spread rapidly. Over forty boys, two

301 of the Staff, and several servants went down with it. The annual Play (which was to have been Sheridan's "The Rivals") and all outside activities had to be cancelled. Appointments: Head Prefect : N. Reeves. Captain of Rugger : J. Lar- rlngton. Captain of Cricket : J. Larrington. Captain of Athletics : N. Reeves. Captain of Tennis : E. R. Burnett. Athletics ; Senior Cross Country : M. Christie, 23 mins. 15 sees. Cricket Ball Open : N. Reeves, 100 yds. 3 ins. Long Jump Open : J. Thomas, 20 ft. 1^ ins. (record). 440 yds. Open : A. N. Stockil, 56.3 sees. High Jump Open : N. Reeves, 5 ft. 2 ins (equals record). 100 yds. Open : N. Stockil, I I.I sees. Discus: A. Coutts, 1 19 ft. (record). Rugger: vs. D.H.S. 2nd XV, won 21—5 ; vs. G.H.S. 2nd XV, won 8—5. vs. St. Henry's, won 14—6 ; vs. Old Boys, won 24—3. The rest cancelled because of mumps. Cricket : Stanger 106 (Mason 5 for 20)—Kearsney 94 for 8 wickets (Lar rington 31, Reeves 20 not out). Stanger 143—Kearsney 56 forO wickets (Burnett 29, Gilliat 26). Inyoni 96 for 8 wickets (decl).^—Kearsney 56 for 6 wickets (Henry 25). Kearsney 175 for 7 wickets (deck) (Dyer 53 not out. Reeves 36, Mason 36) —Eshowe School 89 for 9 wickets (Mason 4 for 13). Kearsney 167 for 7 wickets (deck) (Coutts 56 not out, Larrington 27)—St. Henry's 67 (Coutts 3 for 9, Mason 3 for 8).

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We found the following notice upon the School Board, and took the liberty of copying it: IDEAS After the Easter break Messrs. Brown and Tedder are prepared to con sider ideas from you for raising funds for the Old Boys' Fete. Prizes, in the form of vouchers to be spent at the Fete, will be given for the three best. You will not be disqualified if you submit your mother's, aunt's or best girl's (even best girls') suggestion as your own. Be as nice to them as you can during the holidays ; it may pay you. Ideas should be simple and practical. Games of pure chance are not per mitted ; there must be an element of skill about them. Write out your ideas on a piece of paper (in ink) ; mis-spelling will not have to be written out more than 1,000,000,000| times each. Sixth formers will have a penalty for mis-spellings of l/IO—12. Hand in your (or however you spell her name's) ideas on 13th April, 1948, not later than 1700 hours to Mr. Brown or Mr. Tedder. If you can spell your name, do remember to write it on your entry.

CONCERNING THE SIXTH BL—CKB—RN.—Let me run alone. B—RG—R.—Hath a lean and hungry look. C—W—.—His life is full of holidays. G—RDN—R.—I am F 's fool. H—ST—. Hark, for he comes slowly. H—BS—N.—Portrays the darker side of life. J^—HNS—N and M—RG—N.—Those noble fellows. J—KS—N and SP—D.—For whom the bell toH'd. M—CK—NZ—A maiden blush bepaints my cheek. M—CL—N.— Beyond all corruption ? McL—CK.—What you have in common with Einstein ? M—NZ—R.—Many a true word is said in jest.

302 M—RR—S—N.—Remove thfs fool. M—ND—LL.—That hive of industry. SH—K—R.—Still waters run deep. SM—TH.—My locks require much attention. ST—W—RT.—Let me have men about me that are fat. T—DD.—Has this creature aiso scales ? TR—H—RN.—Of Oriental origin, no doubt. WH—LR—GHT.—Poor prattler, how thou talkest, J—HNS—N and M—RG—N.

DICKENS TO-DAY Being extracts taken from a letter received from a Kearsney Old Boy. ■"As I suppose is sufficiently evident, this attempt upon the typewriter is entirely premature and intended less for the sake of my personal comfort or amusement than to give an indication of the true state of deterioration o^ my illegible hand-writing, on which pretext it must not only be excused but accepted generally. . , , " To come to more personal news about the true state of this weak vessel : It had the misfortune to have a blood-pressure which the dear Lord appears to have designed so as to become especially troublesome whenever exams, appear in the offing, producing effects which the vulgar call extreme nausea, the unedu cated call, mental black-outs, and the medical profession refer to as sclerotic encardiasis (to be said with all reverence). " People, whom I naturally do not believe and that I consider extremely rude, tell me that I am getting fat. I am sure that any reasonable person would not make such a statement without thought and I have perceived a somewhat constricting sensation about my midriff when I have the misfortune to exert myself to the extent of actually bending that region of my anatomy . . . " Your reminder of my remiss and ignoble refusal to part with that which I have not (i.e., a sub.—Ed.), or, if I have, would like to use more directly until such time as I become, as I surely must, affluent, fills me with admiration, receive many such notes, unfortunately not all so polite, from numerous creditors throughout the year, and am forced to write similar missives to the few unfor tunates who are my debtors, and have to greet their arrival by stoic silences to cover up my embarrassment. Thus Kearsney must needs consider itself fortunate that it is spared the legal membership of a prodigal until the year of grace 1949-50, when the same prodigal will, if he doesn't accumulate more debts, be more or less dependent, to follow the devices and desires of his own heart . . ." W.W.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BIRD (Being an examination essay by P.R., aged 13) I am not a bird of beautiful or remarkable plumage, being only a smalh insignificant, brown sparrow. I am known to my companions by the name of " Drift " my motto being, " Let things drift." On this particular day, I saw something, as I was flying over a wood in search of a meal, which changed the whole course of the day for me. It was the sight of a stallion guarding his mares in a vale below him. As he stood there, the rising sun turning his handsome chestnut coat to blood-red, a surge of the poetic nature that all feathered creatures are said to possess overcame me, and I alighted on a nearby tree to drink my fill of this common yet splendid sight. Truly# he was the monarch of all he surveyed.

303 e J? At that moment a little filly trotted to his side, feet small enough to fit Into a teacup, dainty as a fawn, with legs as slender and clean as any young girl's. Her graceful movements filled me with unspeakable joy. The sight of her lithe body reminded me of my mission, and away I flew. But my head was so full of poetry that I did not see a bush until I was right in and impaled upon a thorn. Thus I stayed, until late in the afternoon a young girl, who reminded me vaguely of the filly, came along and, attracted by my cries, set me free. I flew off thankfully and resolved to visit here every morning so as to keep the vision of beauty alive in my coarsened heart.

PHILOSOPHY Why is the world so full of cares. Growing with the fassing years ? Why do we pine and count our woes, ^s time for ever onward goes! We moan and wail, give voice to pain, Oe'r things that go, nor come again. Yet why not let us rather think On sunset sky rose-bathed in pink, God's greatest gift, a lovely flower. Foliage green, a leafy bower ; When the calm of summer night Stills the world devoid of light. Do we think of God's,great love Streaming forth from Heaven above T So there has been for countless years A never ending stream of tears. And so shall be far years to come. Yes, till the very world is done. R.B.

KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS' CLUB

Letter from the President: Fellow Old Boys, The Editor has asked me to write a few words for this Issue of the Magazine. Had he taught at College In my school days, and known my ability at writing, he would never have asked me to do this. However, during my year of office I would like to thank you, one and all, for the assistance you are giving so willingly ; and especially my Executive Committee who have helped me con siderably.

304 One thing I am more than pleased about is the attendance we have had at the 5 to 7 o'clock informal meetings In Durban, because I feel these functions do a great deal to bring the younger and older members together. They are also the stepping stone to the formation of a very strong Durban Branch, which I hope to see in existence before I end my term of office. As you all know, the Fete was a grand success, thanks to old boys, present boys, parents and friends, and last, but not least, I should like to give especial thanks to the Staff of the College and their wives, who did so much to make this success possible. Cheerio, and best of luck to you all, D. SPARKS (23-24).

Marriages : G. Balcomb (30-40), B. Boast (42-44), A. O. Crook (28-31), K. Dyer (31-36), L. P. Jackson (36-42), A. C. Love (31-37), S. G. Lee (32-33), L. Robinson (31-41), L. Smith (31-38), C. W. Theunissen (32-36), J. V. Wood (35-37). Engagements : K. B. Jacques (24-31), N. Baggaley (39-40), A. H. Doidge (40-41), L. N. D. Putterill (38-40), J. B. Trentham (39-43).

Births : F. C. Bentley (36-37), a son ; V. G. Dicks (30-33), a son ; R. Mark (32-40), a daughter ; V. J. Pershouse (34), a daughter ; H. M. Pointer (24-27), a daughter ; R. H. Theunissen (20-37), a son.

Occupations Summarised : G. M. Anderson (45-47), Bank Clerk, Barclays Bank, Durban ; M. Albertyn (40-42), Farming at Gate Ridge with J. D. Alisopp (39-42) ; F. C. Bentiey (36-37), Managing a Farm at Rosetta ; H. A. Cowen (43-47), Studying Den tistry at Wits. ; E. B. Christian (46-47), Apprenticed with Hayne and Gibson, Durban, Printers ; M. L. Coppin (44-47), Civil Engineering Student at N.U.C., Durban ; R. H. ChristofTersen (46), Adding Machine Mechanic, Johannesburg ; J. H. Coombe (41-47), Apprentice Builder, Durban ; L. N. du Toit (45-47), Farming ; D. Damp (41-44), with the Reserve Bank, Durban ; L. Dyson (44-47), Articled Clerk, Kokstad ; J. A. Franklin (43-45), Central Press, Durban ; H. N. Groom (44-47), Engineering Trainee, Incledon and Co., Durban ; G. A. Giles (47), Apprenticed to Gilbert Hamer Ltd., Engineers, Durban ; E. O. Hughes (44-46), with Geo. Mackeurtan, Accountants ; G. C. Jacobs (30-37), with the E.S.C., Colenso ; A. R. Jones (41-45), Articled Clerk, Johan nesburg ; R. J. Kitchin (44-47), Medical Student at Wits. ; R. 1. Leisegang (42-47), Student at N.U.C., Pletermaritzburg ; D. E. Lloyd (45-47), Student at Mooi River Agricultural School : R. ie Grove Smith (36-42), Fqurth-year Medical at Wits. ; M. V. Launder (45-46), Student at Duiwich College, London ; A. R. W. Metcaif (33-38), South African Airways, Overseas Route ; P. E. Metcaif (44-47), Science Student at N.U.C., Pletermaritzburg ; T. M. McKenzie (42-46), with the Reserve Bank, Pletermaritzburg ; R. Mark (32-40) and C. K. Miies-Cadman (39-45), Students at Cedara ; T. Nieuwoudt (44-46), with the A.A., Johannesburg ; K. C. Nelson (41-44), Managing Nelson's Quarries, while his father is overseas ; D. M. Pugh (43-47), Articled Clerk, Pretoria ; H. M. Pope (45-47), Farming at Gingindhlovu ; A. M. Raw (44-47), Student.

305 at Mooi River Agricultural School ; L. Robinson (31-41), with Natal Navigation Collieries ; W. L. S. Robinson (31-37), Treasurer of the Old Boys' Club, with the School Secretaries, Messrs. Roberts, Haley and Murray ; H. Ritz ^40-47), studying to be a Pharmaceutical Chemist, Durban ; B. L. Stanistreet (43-45), Farming with Crookes Bros., Umiaas Road ; K. Shimwell (42-47), Law Student ; R. A. J. Taylor (41-47), Farming at Donnybrook ; A. C, Taylor (44.47), Medical Student in America ; R. D. Thorpe (43-44) at N.U.C. ; C. Theunissen (32-36), on the Audit Staff of Lever Bros., Durban ; E. J. von Gorkom (44-47), Printing Apprentice, Durban ; R. R. Whitear (44-47), Fitter and Turner, in Durban ; P. J. WItney (41-47), with Powley and Co., Manufacturers' Representatives, Durban ; J. H.Worth (31-32) with the Southern Insurance Association, Ltd., Bloemfontein ; I. N. Benson (43-47), Permanent Force ; G. Balcomb (30-40), Farming at Kearsney ; R. G. Brand (39-47), Clerk with Messrs. Randle Bros., Durban ; G. R. Niven (45-47), Clerk with J. L. Clarke and Co., Johannesburg, Agents for Steel Office Furniture ; J. P. S. Turner (37-43), completing his Apprenticeship as Furniture Maker, Ermeio ; J. H. S. Ayres (42-46), with Messrs. T. A. Beatty, who print our Magazine ; P. R. Young (42-47) with Messrs. Rance-Coiiy, Durban, Hardware Merchants ; R. J. Lee (41-44), Studying engineering at N.U.C. ; M. J. Graham (39-42), at N.U.C., Durban ; J. L. B. Taylor (42-43), holds a Preaching Appointment in Port Elizabeth, on probation, F. W. Dunster (26), Printing Trade, Bloemfon tein : J. H. Worth (31-32), Southern Life, Bloemfontein. A. S. Brass (42-47), obtained a job with S.A.N.T.A.M., Bloemfontein, on leaving Kearsney, but on the family being transferred to Cape Town, he obtained a post with Messrs. Douglas, MacKelvie, Gaibraith and Co., Accountants, Cape Town. His work in Bloemfontein was conducted entirely in Afrikaans, both written and spoken, and he found it exceptionally interesting. After a well-varied career, including the study of Medicine and Architecture at Wits., D. L. Blake (36-42) sent his Varsity gown to be sold at the Fete and got a job with Thos. Firth and John Brown, Ltd., Johannesburg. He is much happier at this work. Is studying metallurgy and workshop practice, and hopes later to study for the C.I.S. R. J. Crawford (28-32) has had nearly ten years of teaching in Rhodesia, but has now returned to Natai, and has been teaching at Epsom Road School for the past half-year. He hopes to be transferred soon, not being very fond of the coioureds. T. H. Collins (31-33), has returned from a business trip to the U.S.A. and Canada, and writes of his "amazing experiences." More than that we .do not know, until he comes along and sees us. J. H. Coombe (41-47) has started in on the Building Trade. Like many others, he sometimes sighs for the School days. He hopes to take further lessons with his singing, and pays tribute to the experience gained at Kearsney. Mean while, he is in the Presbyterian Choir. J. H. Charter (33-37) has been a very active Secretary of the Johannesburg Branch of the Old Boys' Club, being one of an energetic and enthusiastic group who have worked hard to stimulate interest on the Rand (with sometimes depres sing results) and to raise money for the Fete Fund. He is now working for an extra-mural B.Com., and has had to hand over the Secretaryship temporarily to J. G. A. Coutts (31-35), who is President of the Johannesburg Branch, having previously been its Secretary. Coutts and his brother, I. E., motored to Kearsney for the Fete, and, taking the platform with His Honour the Administrator, he officially donated to the Fund a sum of over £250, being the proceeds of sundry activities of the Johannesburg Branch. A grand effort, greatly appreciated. E. G. Cole (40-44) has now completed his term as Apprentice Chemist, and is studying full-time for final examinations, which were due to be held in June. He is toying with the idea of taking a course in optics in England, once he has collected a bit of finance. He is proud that up till now he has made both ends meet without financial help from home.

306 J. L. Doveton (43-46) has completed his Hatric Certificate, and headed the marks in the Union for one of the Tech. examinations he recently sat. He is an active member of the West Street Central Choir, and is living at the Y.M.C.A. P. E. Ellis (45) writes to say that he succeeded in passing, last November, his Intermediate "A" examination in Chartered Accountancy, and hopes to sit for the Inter "B " next November. He enjoys the work, which has plenty of variety, including, apparently, the driving of cars at Election time. R. J. Evans (41-46) and L. F. Forsyth (42-46) were the only first-year students at N.U.C. to receive certificates of merit for their work, the former for his Law subjects and the latter for Latin.—Congratulations. R. G. Foss (39-47) had been greatly looking forward to a Government Soil Conservation job in the Natal Midland—an open-air life, with plenty of variety. Up to the present, however, he has had no further word. Meanwhile he is working on his Zululand farm. He has had plenty of sport, doing well at rugger and making many large scores at cricket. He played fly-half for Zululand against N.U.C. We have learned with interest that Fox who was selected as fast bowler for South African Schools last January was our own J. S. M. Fox (40-43), who left us as a junior, but even then showed great promise, as a slow bowler and steady bat. D. H. Gilliat (31-35) has gone temporarily to Cape Town to gain added experience in the Printing Trade. For a while he was given charge of the Mono- type plant at the press of the Dutch Reformed Church. The work was all in Afrikaans, with a little Xosa, Sesuto and Bantu thrown in. Gilliat managed to keep his cricket going, rapidly graduating from the fourth division to the second. He has sold his Durban home, and on his return, will be looking out for a new residence. Later : He is now with E. H. Walton and Co., Port Elizabeth. G. M. (38-44) and P. N. Garbutt (38-45) are to be congratulated on their initiative on, firstly, running a dance, and, secondly, selling teas during a ven triloquist show, both at Kwambonambi, and sending the takings, nearly £20 to the School for the Fete. Both Garbutts are dealing with wood : the younger running a sawmill, and the elder studying forestry at Stellenbosch. H. N. Groom (44-47) is having his voice trained by Mr. Harold Dyer, who thinks highly of its quality and has asked him to join his special choir. He has been appointed Assistant Organist at the Central Methodist Church, with R. Friday, and finds the organ tuition very enjoyable. The first son of an Old Boy to pass his Matric is D. Hulett (34), son of Walter L. Hulett (21-24). He took a first-class at Hilton, with distinction in Maths, Mechanics and Science. Congratulations. N. T. Hamlyh (36-39) is becoming (and looking) most artistic. He is showing a great interest in the development of Bantu art, and hopes to set up an art centre where the Bantu can develop their talent for painting and sculpture, like one already set up in Haiti. After two years of studying fine arts, Hamlyn hopes to travel to Europe to extend his knowledge of Western culture. He has also written descriptive and philosophical poetry, some of it having been published. W. Hodsdon (42-45) motor cycled from Vryheid to attend the Youth Camp at Kearsney over Easter. His return journey was made through continuous rain and mud, and finally had to be abandoned at Dundee. He covered the last stretch by train and left the bike behind. G. C. Harrison (41-44), who is in his fourth year at N.U.C. has been appointed Treasurer, and, later. Chairman, of the Entertainment Committee. This meant a good deal of organising, including a dance in the City Hall. He was nominated for election to the Students' Representative Council at Easter, but we have not heard the result. H. C. F. ivory (39-42) wrote in February from the fruit farm where he works in the Eastern Transvaal. A very busy but most interesting life. Mangoes and avocados are the best crops, the latter realising an average of 60 trays to

307 a tree (record 122) at an average of about lOs. per tray (record 16s.). In two months he had helped to plant 70,000 trees, being at work by five in the morning, having by that time already walked a mile. J. S. Jensen (41-42) had his medical studies interrupted by compulsory military training. He writes : "I have at present the 'pleasure ' of being stationed on the Aleutian Chain of the Alaskan Department. Within six months I hope for my discharge and will then resume my medical studies. Army life Is never the pleasantest type of existence. Isolated from civilisation, one has to keep contented as well as possible. Contact with people in the army does create a broader outlook within a person, and I will never regard these two years as wasted. 1 have the compensation of knowing that till I complete medical school I will have my educational expenses paid by Uncle Sam." D, J, Kjonstad (42-45) is now farming near Harding, and prefers it to office work. He recently sat for Matric Biology, obtained a C, and a Matric Exemption. A. P. Lowe (32-38) also farms with energy and success in the Dundee district and hopes soon to enter double harness. One can think of pleasantep jobs than milking the morning cow with the temperature below freezing and the sun not yet up. It is with very real regret that we have to report that M. G. Lawson (42-44) has contracted infantile paralysis, and has been in hospital for some months, infected from the hips to the toes. The specialist says he will ultimately recover the use of his limbs, but it will take a long time. We offer him and his anxious parents our sympathies. D. B. Peddle (43-47) Is studying shorthand, typing and Bookkeeping at the Commercial High School, Bethlehem. He Is quite happy, as there are 94 girls and 8 boys. He Is secretary of the Young People's Guild, and hopes to join the Yacht Club. O. W. M. Pearce (24-30), one-time Head Prefect and mile record holder, has at last returned from the States, looking very spruce and with a strong accent. His studies overseas were, of course, much Interrupted by his long service with the Canadian Air Force. He succeeded in securing his B.Sc. at Louisiana State University, with a major In Agronomy and minor in Chemistry, and obtained 98 per cent, in one of his papers. Abounding in revolutionary ideas, no doubt, he has been appointed Assistant General Manager of the lllovo Sugar Estates, and has already visited the School twice. R. Putterill (37-39) has established his position quite firmly as Natal'i first choice for left half at hockey. L. N. D. Putterill (38-40) finds diversion by playing in a dance band, and was unable to attend the Fete owing to a prior engagement at a wedding reception. M. J. R. Poole (41-46) is happy in his Bank work in Johannesburg, and has been studying hard for bankers' examinations, taken by correspondence. His first serious test comes in October. H. M. Pointer (24-27), who started the first Kearsney Magazine, and Is now In the Los Angeles Police Force, writes a long letter (beginning "Dear Professor ") describing his two weeks' cruise on a 37,000-ton Aircraft Carrier. This was part of his compulsory military training, for he is In the Organized Reserves. He served on a destroyer during the War. His trip took him to many interesting islands off California, and gave him time for a brief holiday in San Francisco. Naval manoeuvres and bombing practice were all part of the programme, helicopters and jet-planes all joining in the fun. Back in Los Angeles, Pointer takes an active part in Police Band activities, O. D. D. Putterill (45-46) has gone to Johannesburg to take his second year's apprenticeship with the Department of Posts and Telegraphs, a course which will Involve automatic exchanges, faults and radio communications. J. D. Raw (28-38), In spite of now being married, continues with his energies on behalf of the Zululand Old Boys, and was instrumental in collecting the £100 they sent down for the Fete. In complaining that so many Zululand Old Boys have now left the district he gives some useful Old Boys news, and writes ; "Godfrey Jacobs has gone to Glencoe, Graham Balcomb to Kearsney, Ken Rap-

308 son to Vryheid, where he is going in for dairy farming, R. Weightman has packed up and gone to work on the mines on the Reef, Lee is studying in Maritzburg, Ross Nightingale and N. G. Niisen have left Zululand. T. D. Pennefather Is farming at Mount Edgecombe, and H. D. Pennefather has joined the Permanent Force. Ian Hume is leaving shortly to study farming in the Ficksburg area, and Rallton Foss hopes to get a job with the Soil Conservation Board. Then, of course, we have a number of Old Boys who are that in name only, and others who will not acknowledge letters. So it is no easy matter keeping the Branch together." J. Redgment (39-45) writes chattily from Rhodes, where he enters his third year, and hopes to major in English and Psychology. So far he has eight credits to his B.A., namely. Economics I and II. History, Art Appreciation, Anthropology, Afrikaans, English and Psychology. When this is over, he has visions of becoming a Cadet Diplomat in the S.A. Department of External Affairs. In his long vaca tions he has been (o) messenger boy in the employ of the Chamber of Mines, (b) working with a stockbroker, and (c) with Industrial and Commercial Holdings. This has given him a good knowledge of the business world. E. C. Smith (27-34) is teaching Mathematics in Afrikaans at Voortrekker School, Pietermaritzburg, and the more Afrikaans he has, the more he likes it. J. O. N. Schofield (31-34) has quite recently taken up copper-beating as a hobby. His lamps, bowls and trays sell in the Durban shops as fast as he can produce them, and he gave several for the Fete, bringing in £3 3s. Od. each. P. J. Siabbert (28-29), Land Surveyor, Vereenlging, is kept very busy at his job, and is building a new home in his spare time. Congratulations to P. W. Siayen (41-44) on obtaining his B.Sc., at N.U.C- He has made many unavailing efforts to get into Medical Schools, even as far afield as Canada, and has at last been accepted as a first-year student at Cape Town—a course he passed three years ago. A. B. Theunissen (29-31) thinks he has now finished with exams. In obtaining his B.Comm. and C.I.S. at Wits, he was awarded the Alex. Aitken Gold Medal as the most distinguished scholar in the Faculty. He also obtained a silver medal for coming first in the University in Economics in the C.I.S. examination. He was offered a scholarship to the London School of Economics, but was unable to accept. Our hearty congratulations over all this. We notice that much study has thinned out the thatch on top quite a lot. C. Theunissen (32-36) is treasurer of the Zululand Mission, African Circuit. His work on the audit staff of Lever Bros, entails quite a lot of travelling between Durban, Johannesburg and Salisbury. Rev. C. E. Wilkinson (25-27) is now Chairman of the Bloemfontein and Kimberley Circuit. On account of services rendered in the Wesley Hall Canteen to the Forces, while in Durban, his name is published in the Government Gazette by the King's Order as commended for valuable services In connection with the War. He has received, through General Smuts, His Majesty's high appre- appreclation, and in due course will be awarded the Protea Emblem instituted for persons so commended. E. R. W. Waugh (25-27), Dipl. Arch. (Edin.), A.R.I.B.A., Fellowship Cran- brook Academy (Mich.) of Art, is architect and city planner in Kansas City U.S.A. B. J. Woods (40-43) is enjoying his first teaching experience, at Wartburg- On the whole, he says (or said), he has taught little but learned much. His work is mostly concerned with senior school mathematics and he has found that the teacher's job does not finish when the final bell is rung. He regrets that he has no opportunity to develop his music. P. J. Wills (42-45) wrote at some length from Barts Hospital, London, earlier in the year, and showed that he was making the best use of the varied experiences which had become available to him. He spent Christmas in Switzer land, trying unsuccessfully to ski, and watching the British Ski Team coming last In various races at Wengen. Swiss trains were very comfortable, but French

309 ones worse than the S.A.R. He had enjoyed several operas In London, had done a little swimming, and was playing rugger for Barts "B " team, thanks to experience gained with Division 4. Meanwhile, medical studies continue. W. Wilker (41-44) has lost none of his extraordinary facility for writing mountains of words to disguise a few plain facts. Extracts of his Dickensian touch are quoted elsewhere. It appears, however, that he was unable to sit for his exams, in November last owing to a mental black-out, but hoped for better things in M'arch ; and he had been getting teaching experience by taking science at the Training College. I. Bruton-Simmonds (43-44) was due to sail from England to this country early in June, so should have arrived by now. He has been absent 3 years. As readers know, this time has been spent in army training, and he was stationed in India for many months. We anticipate some interesting news and impressions from him on his return, J. C. Ellis (29-30) writes from Lincoln Chiropractic College, Indianopolis U.S.A., where he has completed his first year of his four-year course as chiro" practeur. He finds the work very fascinating, and speaks learnedly of myology, angiology, anatomy, bacteriology, pathology and physiology. He writes : "This coming term we start working on the spine and learning to 'palpate ' it—that is, to get our fingers to the state where we can feel and count the vertebrae and find the ones which are out of place. Later we learn to do the actual adjust ments and study X-ray, from which we learn in more complicated cases . . . America is sure some place, completely chromium-plated and dollar mad." Cadet K. M. Oliver (44-46) turned up most unexpectedly to the monthly Old Boys' gathering in Durban on April lOth. It was thought that he was in England. He had, however, managed to work an air passage as R.A.F. Regiment Orderly to his godfather, leaving Northolt on the Saturday, and flying via Gibraltar, Bathurst, Leopoldville, and so to Palmietfontein by Thurs day. He motored through the night to Durban, in time of the Old Boys' gathering. He had to return on the Monday, via Salisbury, Nairobi, Aden, Cyprus and Malta, and so back to Sandhurst. Life at Sandhurst is full but interesting, and the work is both military (tactics, organisation, administration, etc.) and academic (languages, chemistry, mathematics, etc.). There is also much paradae drill, and an inspection by His Majesty the King was pending. The whole course lasts eighteen months. Rugger honours : N. Walker (38-45) forward, and N. Theunissen (38-45) wing three-quarter for Natal. I. Ives (40-44) full back for Durban. Congratulations. EDITORIAL NOTICES The Kearsney Chronicle is published in July and January, and costs 2/5 per copy. We beg to acknowledge the receipt of magazines from a very large number of schools in South Africa and England.

OLD BOYS' CLUB Life Subscription £5 5s. Od., Annual Subscription 10/-. Since the last list was printed, the following Old Boys have become Life Members : O. K. Clarkson, A. M. M. Raw, A. R. Jones, A. C. Taylor, J. R. E. Butter- worth, E. J. R. Caney, J. H. Coombe, R. G. Foss, H. Ritz, R. A. J. Taylor, J. J. S. Alexander, R. J. Baker, R. G. Brand, L. Dyson, W. R. Johnson, R. J. Kitchin, P. M. le Roux, D. B. Peddle, D. W. Pugh, K. Shimwell, R. G. Spradbrow, E. J. von Gorkom, P. J. Witney, H. M. Pope, L. N. du Toit, J. Ogilvie, R. R. Whitear, R. I. Leisegang, G. M. Anderson, E. B. Christian, W. Hodsdon, A. S. Brass, H. Cowen, I. Benson, A. R. King. There are now 295 Life Members.

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Vol. 2 No. 8 December 1948

Editorial:

THEN AND NOW

As exactly two hundred years have now elapsed since John Wesley founded Kingswood School, and so inaugurated a chain of Methodist Schools of which Kearsney Is one, this may be a suitable moment for comparing the conditions of life in the schools of those days, with present conditions. There is neither space nor time for a detailed comparison, but even a brief investigation will reveal that there have certainly been changes during the past two centuries. On handing a boy over to Wesley's care, the parents were made to promise " not to take him from school, no, not a day, until they take him for good and all." In other words, the tender offspring was separated from his parents completely for several years, a state of affairs which would ill suit boys, parents, or even masters, today. Wesley had the greatest contempt for "tender parents," for they "are offering up their sons unto devils," i.e. turning them into devils. He does not appear to have spared the rod. Wesley demanded that boys" must never be allowed out of sight of a master, even at night," This " prevents abundance of evil, rudeness, and ill manners." No sport of any kind was permitted. " For as we have no play-days," he wrote," so neither do we allow any time for play on any day. He that plays when he is a boy will play when he is a man." For recreation the boys went for occasional supervised walks, or obtained their exercise by "chopping wood, drawing water, digging the garden, or turning the mangle. The pupils rose daily at 4, summer and winter, and engaged in reading, prayer and private meditation until 5. They then studied until breakfast at 6. From 7 till 1 1 they worked or walked, they dined at 12, had school from 1 till 5. At 5 they departed for private prayer, supped at 6, held public service at 7, and so to bed at 8. To us this would not seem a very exciting or enlightened programme. One wonders whether human nature has changed i if it has not, it is easy to picture the groans of resentment at the eternal round of study and meditation, so essentially unboylike.

31' All meals were In silence, although boys were allowed to read. Food was simple and Spartan. Breakfast at 6 was well varied : If It were milk porridge one day, It would certainly be water gruel the next, and vice versa. Nearly six hours of work and recreation then followed before lunch, which consisted alternately of boiled mutton, cold beef, or vegetables and dumplings. During the forty days of Lent, which must have seemed Interminable, dinner consisted only of vegetables and dumplings. And lest the stomach be overburdened by these delicacies, boys were allowed to fast every Friday till 3 p.m.. If they wished. Six hours after lunch the young gluttons were at It again, feasting on bread and cheese and milk (warmed In winter by the simple expedient of adding hot water). There was cold plum pudding on Sundays, warmed, we are told, by being inserted Into the trousers pocket. Should a boy undertake to mangle In the laundry, he was rewarded with a roast potato—bribery Indeed! In spite of this, the school was always full. Lest the reader should think that too much time was devoted to the over-loading of the stomach, let It be said that the mind was also well catered for. "Every voluntary blockhead," said Wesley, "Is a knave. He defrauds his benefactors, his parents, and his world. That the boys might follow a correct course of studies, Wesley himself wrote or edited all the text books In use. " Why are we not more knowing ?" he asked. " Because we are Idle. We talk and talk, or read History or what comes to hand. Read the most useful books, and that regularly and constantly." So the youngest pupils read "The Manners of the Ancient Christians," "The Shorter Latin Grammar," " Praelectlones Puerlles." In the Eighth class they read Lewis' " Hebrew Antiquities," Vosslus' " Rhetoric," Tully's Tusculan Orations, and Selections from Ovid, Virgil, Horace, Juvenal, Perslus, and Martial. They perfected themselves In Greek Grammar, read the Greek Testament and six books of Homer's " Iliad." They learned "The Short Hebrew Grammar," and read Genesis In Hebrew. After all this, they were Invited to burst Into song," If they have a turn for It." When Wesley founded Kingswood, he wrote to a friend, "I will have one or other, a Christian School, or none at all." Which, at least Is the aim of Methodism today. There was, as has been seen, no dearth of spiritual instruction and guidance. There were revivals from time to time. The climax of one came when the boys were solemnly taken to view the body of a dead neighbour. On that same evening a master met them and "gave an exhortation suited to the purpose." Two of the boys began to cry for mercy, "and quickly another and another, till all but two or three were constrained to do the same ; and as long as he continued to pray, they continued the same loud and bitter cry." The boys continued to "wrestle with God " for several days, with unceasing cries and tears," some of then quite hoarse."

312 We do not know what attention Wesley paid to cleanliness of body. Probably very little. But as late as 1819 we read, "on Wednesday and Saturday their necks and faces are washed, and every other Tuesday their feet are washed." In 1843 we read, "the younger boys are still to be washed by elderly and discreet servants, while the seniors are to wash themselves under proper inspection." We find that two tubs of warm water were brought into the schoolroom, where every boy, stripped to the waist, performed his weekly ablution. Lest their feet should become dirty again, they were then carried upon monitors' backs back to their seats, where they put on boots and stockings. When the present writer was at Kingswood, three quarters of a century later, the juniors had weekly showers where, naked, they were soaped and washed by an elderly servant of the school. Thus do traditions die but slowly. The above is a mere outline of conditions as they used to be. A book could be written on the subject. Times have changed, beyond doubt. Repression has changed to expression ; the stick has been supplanted by the psychiatrist ; the monotonous chopping of wood has made way for modern sport; the stern classical syllabus has broadened into a multi-subject one ; close supervision has been succeeded by freedom of action ; food Is more plentiful and varied ; masters are no longer tyrants, but friends : religion is no longer crammed down the throat. All this spells enlightenment and progress. Or does it ? Funda mentally human nature cannot change much. In spite of all these fresh approaches and attitudes, and Psychology Rampant, we are little better or happier for it. Too much laxity and self-expression leads to free-thinking, free morality, and the general looseness of behaviour which is half the trouble with the world today. The regimented life of Wesley's day had much to be said for it. It did at least keep in check the evils and evil tendencies which modern free thinkers tell us should find expression. The point is well worth thinking upon. J.F.R.

PRIZE GIVING

Friday, December 3rd, turned out to be a beautiful day, after a stormy week, and the hall was filled with parents and friends, even though, for the first time, this was not the closing day of the term. Mr. W. J. Williams, Chairman of the Board, in welcoming visitors, expressed his regret that Mr. Hofmeyr was unable to be present, as intended, owing to illness, but represented the feelings of every-

313 body when he said that we greatly appreciated the kindness of Mr. Humphrey Jones, Principal of the Durban Technical College; in filling the bill at such short notice. (Mr. Hofmeyr died in the evening of this same day, to the profound sorrow of the whole country.—Ed.) The Headmaster then presented his report, of which the following were the main features:

HEADMASTER'S REPORT HEALTH Apart from the smouldering mild epidemics of mumps and chicken-pox in the third term, the health has been fairly good. New barracks-—on the modern principle of small cottages—have been erected for the unmarried natives and adequate lavatory accommodation provided. In the kitchen the installation of a modern dish-washing equipment has been a welcome improvement. In these indirect ways the hygiene arrangements have been carefully safeguarded.

STAFF In June Mr. Miiner, who had been acting as Bursar, relinquished his post and is now farming outside Maritzburg. The new year will see some internal changes. Mr. Oram is retiring from the Housemastership of Giliingham and will be residing at his own home at Botha's Hill. To Mr. and Mrs. Oram, who have done a great work, and for whom past and present have the highest regard and the warmest affection, we wish to express our profound appreciation of all that they have meant in the lives of the boys who have passed through their hands. Mr. Clegg will be taking over their house, and we wish his wife and himself much happiness in this new field of service. Mr. Reece, who has had no long leave for 17 years, is proceeding on a year's leave with his family to England. We wish Mrs. Reece and himself a pleasant trip, a happy re-union with his family, and a safe return at the end of the year. To cover Mr. Reece's leave -the following temporary arrangements have been made ; Mr. Nel will take over Finningley, Mr. Burger, Miiner, and Mr. Brown, Junior House.

ACADEMIC The examination results were average. In the Matric., of the 13 who wrote, five obtained frrst-ciass passes, five second class, and one obtained a third-class pass. in the National Junior Certificate 39 wrote, 35 passed, four obtained distinc tions, and five came first in the Union in their respective subjects. (A fine achievement.) Five of these candidates obtained Natal Provincial Bursaries. This is the last year that we shall, as a school, be taking the Union Education Department examinations. We have stressed the importance of Afrikaans, and this fact, helped greatly by the performance of Afrikaans plays and concerts, has had, I think, some useful results.

CULTURAL The School Literary and Debating Society, Afrikaans Kuituur Vereniging, Scouts, the Camera Club, the Choir, the Music Club, Social Study Group and Careers Club have all flourished vigorously. Much work has been put into these by the Staff and boys, with measurable effect, I think, on the development of self-confidence, individuality, and maturity of the boys. The newer impulses have been the increased activity of the Music Club which arranged regular Sunday afternoon programmes this last winter in which Staff and boys, Epworth, and visitors took part.

314 ilie high-light was the recent visit of Mr. Cdwfard Dunn and the Municipal Crchestra. I would also like to add that the Choir have as usual added much to the beauty of our Chapel services. Their programme this year covered the holding of three Choral services—one at Pinetown, one at Maritzburg, and one at the College. Many prominent men have given addresses to the school on careers in special fields, on local, provincial and national administration, and on matters of religious and social interest such as the Native problem, the Indian question, and Art in Our Day and Time. I would like to express our thanks to all of these. In this connection may I refer specially to Lord Elton whose talk on Christian living and the Educated Man was impressively powerful. We are grateful to him also for his Interest in obtaining us a £4,000 loan from the Rhodes Trust for the new additions.

SPORT In sport we cannot hope, with our numbers of 198, to compete In rugby and cricket on even terms with the large sized schools, though I think we acquit ourselves creditably. But perhaps the fewness of our numbers is of benefit, for the general overall average is high. In athletics, for instance. 189 participated in the preliminaries, and of these, ICS boys made their way into the finals. Eight records were broken and ten equalled. In swimming some 89 boys found their way into the final gala. The Swimming Gala revealed a high degree of keenness and achievement, and seven records were broken. Tennis has improved a great deal. We require boys from the middle school upwards, who show no promise in cricket, to play tennis. This will be of use to them afterwards when they leave.

CADETS Good work has been done in the Cadet Corps this year, the high light of which has been the winning of the Imperial Challenge Shooting Trophy for the first time with a score of 82.216. The Annual Inspection was taken by Brig. Hector Daniel whose report referred to the Detachment as one of the best in Natal. The Bugle Band did well and came second in the recent competition. In this connection I wouid like to thank Mr. A. H. Smith, O.B.E., for his generous gift of £100 for new drums—the finest in Natal. The U.D.F. have just completed a new and up-to-date .22 range for the school, and this should help to stimulate the Detachment to even higher achievements. The boys, Sir, have played their part in the building up of this school, and I want, through you, to thank them. I wish to thank the monitors, House Prefects, School Prefects, and the Head Prefect. These have this year added fresh lustre to their order by the consideration they have shown to all, and by their efficient, loyal and just execution of responsibilities to which they have been entrusted. May I through you, Sir, thank the Board of Governors and the Secretaries, the Staff and Chaplain, and all who have been concerned in the work here, for their energetic efforts on behalf of the boys.

NEW HORIZONS This year has not only seen some consolidation of the past, for it has enabled us to make firm the sure foundations laid in 1939, but interrupted and held up by the war years ; it has also seen the first of the additions which, originally contemplated as part of the final scheme of the College, have up to date existed only in dreams. I refer particularly to the new Laboratory and Library, the tenders for which have just recently been accepted. These two facilities and the new carpentry hobbies room which will, we hope, be completed early in the new year, will add

315 much to the intellectual and cultural life of the College. They brinj us In one sweep Into closer alignment with this scientific age and with the Intellectual and cultural needs of the Individual. Also the hygienic arrangements of Glllingham and FInnlngley houses have been taken from the Inside and put on the outside balconies. The oid lavatory rooms have been converted into attractive and useful study rooms for both juniors and seniors. In the near future we can see gathering substance and shape the Old Boys' War Memorial Pavilion for which the Old Boys' Club held an exceptionally successful Fete at the College last June, raising in all some £1,400, which was generously doubled by an Old Boy and Member of the Board. This fund now stands at £4,000, and a permit has been applied for to build. Lastly, with generous bequests the Chapel Fund now stands at £8,000 odd, and the Board of Governors have swung the Chapel Committee into action with a positive direction for next year that will enable the spiritual work of the school to be performed in a right atmosphere and will do much to enrich the lives of the boys. A Chapel Is the soul of a school of this kind. After the report, Mr. Humphrey Jones then kindly presented the Prizes. His address was one of the most delightful we have heard, and its whimsicality cannot possibly be expressed on paper. Put into hard print, it centred upon the theme that though life is full of tribulation, the most important counter-blast Is to possess "an innocent merriment." Pessimists should be avoided like the plague, and troubles packed away into the old kit bag. That Mr. Jones follows his own advice is only too obvious, and he possesses the blessed ability to impart his good humour to others. In drawing the function to a close, Mr. Williams voiced the good wishes of all present to Mr. and Mrs. Oram on their retiral from Gillingham, and to Mr. and Mrs. Reece and family on their forth coming leave in England. Further developments in school buildings were pending, he said, the library and laboratory would be begun within a day or two, and he even dared to hope that the School chapel would be a fait accompli by the next Prize-Giving Day. Rev. Howard Young neatly passed a vote of thanks to Mr. Jones for his excellent address.

PRIZE LIST — 1948 Form I. First: C. G. Carelse. /ndustry: D. C. Brown. Second: M. O. Hall. Form 2. First: R. M. Dolton. Second: I. D. McGregor. Industry: C. Russell. Third: D. O. Hall. Form 3b. First: B. N. Hanbury-Klng. Industry: C. R.Witherspoon. Second: K. R. Kassler. Form 3a. First: H. M.Winder. Industry: P. Comlnos. Second: C. E. Leisegang. Form 4b. First: I. Mcllwralth. Industry: E. R. Ash by. Second: R. Leslie. „ O. V. Leibbrandt. Form 4a. First: M. Leask. Industry: H. Hart. Second: S. Fish. „ M. J. Rodda.

316 Form Sb. First: D. Sonderegger. Industry: B. A. Fellows-Smith. Second: R. L. Wicks. Form 5a. First: N. Kitchln. J. R. Bishop. Progress; D. J. Livingstone. Second: D. Proctor. Form 6b. First: L. E. Trehearn. Industry: M. S. Hobson. Form 6a. First: D. S. N. Morrison. Industry: G.W. Shuker. Second: I. H. MacKenzie. Music. B. Pemberthy and M. Leask. Tennis Cup. M. Hobson. Cricket. The King's Cup: B. Stewart. Prize for Chemistry donated by the institute of Chemistry: D. S. N. Morrison. Special Prize—Meritorious Service: D. G. Gardner (Head Prefect).

SCHOOL NOTES

Third Term: July 28th to October 1st Fourth Term: October 13th to December 10th After 25 years at Kearsney, and over nine as Housemaster of Gillingham, Mr. G. M. Oram retired at the end of 1948 as House master. Those boys and Old Boys (which means all of them) who have known Mr. and Mrs. Oram and all the fine work they have put in for Kearsney, will be sorry to hear of this severing of a connec tion with the inner life of the school. But an age-limit has been Set, and Mr. Oram has bowed to the inevitable. He is still with us, however, as senior Master and we may look forward to further years of devoted service. Mr. and Mrs. Oram will live at their own house, "Edgbaston," Botha's Hill. The boys of Gillingham House made a presentation on the last evening of term, and sincere tributes were paid. Mr. and Mrs. Reece and family are spending 1949 in England on furlough. It is 17 years since Mr. Reece was last overseas and he has been keenly anticipating this return to his home country. He will resume duties in Finningley in 1950. Mr. Clegg has been appointed Housemaster of Gillingham and Mr. Nel temporarily of Finningley. Mr. Burger will be in charge of Milner House and Mr. Brown of Junior. Mr. Brown will also take control of the Choir, with the help of Mrs. Brown. Mr. Oram and Mr. Hopkins take over the Magazine jointly. We congratulate Mr. and Mrs. van den Berg on their marriage at Michaelmas, and hope that Mrs. van den Berg will settle happily in our midst. The School has lost a very good friend and neighbour, in the death of Mr. C. H. Stott, M.P.C., on August 31st. He was an architect- surveyor by profession and was a prominent public figure in Durban, being Deputy Mayor for three years. It was Mr. Stott who estab lished our School at Botha's Hill, by presenting us with 25 acres

317 of land, and then offering 25 more at negligible cost. He has always maintained the keenest interest in Kearsney, and attended our functions quite regularly. We offer sincere sympathies to Mrs. Stott and to her family. We lost another good friend in Mr. M. Morrison, of Escombe. In spite of being bedridden for 30 years he showed great courage and cheerfulness under affliction and was always interested in Kearsney, without, however, being able to visit it. Our sympathies again go out to Mrs. Morrison and family, her son being Dux at Kearsney in 1948. Thanks to the continued generosity of Mr. A. H. Smith, the Band now possesses what must surely be the finest set of drums in the country. They have been the object of much admiration. It is pleasing to note that a tender has been accepted for the new Library and Laboratory and that these will be complete before many months are up. Now what about the Chapel ? According to the Gallup Poll, over 70 per cent, of the boys want this as our next building, whereas only 13 per cent, want the Library. The new reading rooms in the Houses are proving a great boon. There has been a serious dearth of rooms here where boys can read in silence, and the new rooms have proved most acceptable. We should like to thank parents who have come forward with comfort able furnishings. The removal of the cloakrooms to the outside verandah also has obvious advantages. The inspiration for these alterations came from Mr. Colley's fertile brain, and it was he who did the work involved. With Sister Kirkman absent ill throughout the fourth term, Mrs. Oram acted efficiently as Matron in Gillingham. Memories of olden days are revived when we read that the North Coast tea plantations are to be ploughed up in favour of cane. We believe that the same bushes have been producing for over 70 years, but have now become uneconomical. The old Kearsney was always closely associated with tea, and this latest decision appears to pull up our old roots completely I Appointments: Omitted in July Magazine : Junior House Prefects: I. Morgan, B. Stewart. Later appointments : School Prefects: I. Morgan and I. Meinzer. House Prefect: I. H. Lund. Cricket Captain: B. Stewart. Swimming Captain: D. E. Todd. The following boys completed their J.C. exams, in June :— E. B. Christian, B. A. Fellows-Smith, D. G. Gardner, R. A. O. Johnson, G. J. Brokensha, J. A. Smith, P. d'A. Woodley, M. A. Blackburn, J. M. Cowie. There were most enjoyable informal House suppers at the close of the year, at which presentations were made to Mr. and Mrs. Oram, who retire from Gillingham after nearly ten years' service

318 there, and to Mr. and Mrs. Reece, who leave Finningley for a year, to take long leave in England. The sincerity of speeches nnade indicates how closely boys and masters are knit In mutual regard. A Quiz, prepared by Mr. A. E. Ingle, a member of the Board of Governors, was set on the last day of term. J. R. Bishop won the first prize, kindly presented by Mr. Ingle himself. The Headmaster's brother, Mr. Bennie Osier, gave the school an interesting talk on Rugby Football at the end of the Christmas term.

FOUNDER'S DAY

Our first official Founder's Day was celebrated this year, on the first Saturday of the third term, July 31st, this being as near as possible to the date of our foundation in 1921. It was an unspectacular day, but memorable. After lunch there was a gradual invasion of Old Boys, and it was estimated that about 80 put in an appearance during the course of the day. The Old Boys' teams played with dash against our Firsts and Seconds, both rather disorganised by absentees. When L. Polking- horne (playing in his first match for 20 years) scored in the first twenty seconds, the 2nd XV was duly impressed and made way readily for others to follow suit and pile up a large score. The 1st XV did better but could not match the Old Boys' speed and penetration and lost a match they were not displeased to lose 1 School and Old Boys, members of the Board of Governors, and School Staff, sat down at 7.30 p.m. to the largest dinner thus far served at Kearsney. There were about 275 diners, for whom Mrs. Goldman provided turkey, chicken and ham, fruit salad and mince pies—yes, and Coco Cola ! There were speeches, well to the point. Mr. H. L. O. Haley, in proposing "The School," read to us several of the clauses drawn up when Kearsney House was first converted into a School. We were interested to heat that our friend Mr. A. H. Smith was one of the committee of four who drew up the constitution. Mr. Haley foresaw great developments in Kearsney's buildings and influence. The head replied and paid tribute to the good work done by Mr. Haiey as Secretary to the Board of Governors. He referred to the fact that to many Old Boys Kearsney meant the School up the Ncith Coast, 'mid mangoes and teafields. On the struggles and sacrli.ces of those days the foundations of the present School were buiit, and he himself was very conscious of this fact. Kearsney was now playing a part second to none in South African education. Mr. \' . J. Williams, Chairman of the Board of Governors, spoke in liveiy '. tin in proposing the toast of the Old Boys. The School owed its power and influence to two main factors—the Church and

319 the Old Boys. We were buift upon a solid foundation and were turning out men who, as Old Boys, were bringing credit to the name of Kearsney. They would themselves pay tribute not so much to the buildings, playing fields and classrooms, as to the atmosphere and the inculcation of true values. Mr. D. Sparks, President of the K.C.O.B.C., briefly replied and emphasised the amount the School owed to the drive of Mr. Williams over the past ten years. The Old Boys were proud to wear the Kearsney Badge and would always give the School their unstinted support. After the speeches, the hall was cleared, and a film of the old Kearsney was shown, followed by " Romeo and Juliet."

ENTERTAINMENTS

PROGRAMME: July 31st. Romeo and Juliet. August 7th .. Blithe Spirit. August 14th .. Balalaika. August 21st .. Afrikaans Plays, by S.A.B.C. August 28th .. Goodbye, Mr. Chips. September 4th Abbot and Costello in Hollywood. September 1 Ith King Henry V. September iSth Seventh Veil. September 30th Cowboy Film. October 16th... Men of Boys' Town. October 30th.,. Mutiny on the Bounty. November 6th Inter-House Quiz. November 13th Night Must Fall. November 20th Durban City Orchestra. November 27th Mrs. Miniver. December 4th The Thin Man Goes Home. December 9th Duffey's Tavern. As will be seen from the programme there have been very few Saturday nights without some form of entertainment. Shades of the not-far-distant days when we had routine prep, on Saturday nights ! The Afrikaans Plays are reported on elsewhere. In the Inter- House Quiz Finningley emerged fairly comfortable winners. The indications are that J. Bishop is the best-informed boy in the School. We regard it as a great honour that the Durban City Orchestra should single us out for its annual visit in this manner. Regarding us as their future supporters, they rightly look upon their visit as propaganda as well as a form of entertainment. A well-varied programme is listed below. We would particularly comment on Mr. Roy Carter's tone and technique in his 'cello solo, and we were able to follow and enjoy the theme in Coates'" Cinderella."

320 With each Item providing Its varied quota to the evening's enter tainment, there is not space to devote to a critique of each—but the xylophone solos found much favour in the body of the hall !

PROGRAMME f. March," Calling All Workers" Eric Coates 2. Overture," Fingal's Cave" Mendelssohn 3. 'Cello Solo," Hungarian Rhapsody"(Mr. Roy Carter) Popper A. Overture, "William Tell" Possini 5. Intermezzo for Strings," The Last Sleep of the Virgin" /Hossenet 6. Tone Poem, "Vlatava" Smetana 7. Two Light Pieces : (o)" Praeludtum " Jarnefeldt (b)" Melody on the Move" Richardson 8. Xylophone Solos : Mr. Ernest Edwards 9. Phantasy, "Cinderella" Eric Coates

STUDY GROUP

The meetings for the third quarter covered matters of general and topical interest. In the last quarter boys were given oppor tunities to interview employers in the careers upon which they intended embarking. Mr. Maurice Webb spoke comprehensively on the Indian Problem and emphasised that all thelracial problems of South Africa had to be gauged by the standards of Christian living. He drew attention to the economic position of the Indians, to the large number who were now South African born, and to the danger which might arise at some future time if the citizens of a large country such as India ever made a" Sudetenland Issue" of the treatment of Indians in South Africa We were fortunate in getting Prof. Krige, Professor of Social Anthropology at N.U.C., to.speak to us on" Customs of the Bantu." He drew most of his illustrations from the life of tribes that live in the vastnesses of Northern Transvaal. It was strange to hear how " magic" might be considered " primitive science" and how it was a logical development provided one accepted a fallible pre mise. An interesting comparison of customs revealed how in one tribe twins were considered abnormal—and therefore of the devil—and killed, whereas in a neighbouring tribe the abnormality was ascribed to the beneficent powers and twins were revered ! Our next speaker was Mr. W. Gersback, a member of the Board of Governors, who delivered an address on " Wool" to the whole School. The talk was well illustrated by means of samples of wool and other fibres which were passed round and later carefully inspected by all. He stressed the essential uniqueness of the

321 woollen fibre and discussed it against the world background. As far as South Africa was concerned, wool was our second largest export and every means possible, he urged, should be taken to increase the clip and to Improve the quality of the wool by means of anti-erosion measures, scientific farming, etc. Towards the middle of the term Mr. Cornelius, another member of the Board of Governors, gave a clear exposition of the economic position of the Building Trade in South Africa, how to enter it, and the chief milestones in a builder's career. He showed how conser vative the trade still is and how the basic principles which he saw in the ruins of Pompeii were the same that he witnessed in the erec tion of a New York skyscraper. To illustrate some of the romance of the trade he told the story of how during the war his foreman, who was altering a liner for the Admiralty, lighted on a secret hiding place for diamonds in the legs of the tables. This discovery involved some £100,000 I The last lecture was one on "Banking Today" by the senior accountant of one of our leading banks. He pointed to the position which existed today in the banks which gave men a quicker oppor tunity than ever before to reach the top of the tree. S.G.O.

LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY

Programme: August 1st; Radio: Merry-Go-Round. August 29th: Debate: "That Professionalism is Ruining Sport.— Motion lost. September 12th; Lecturettes. September 26th: Debate: "That life at a Day School is preferable to that at a Boarding School."—Motion won. October 24th: Debate: "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." —Motion won. November 2ist: Reminiscences by the Leavites. The Society has nearly died a natural death in the past half-year. The liveliness and sparkle of past years has been quite missing. There have been two reasons for this : too little really active leader ship and interest on the part of the Sixth Form, and too many passengers in the Fourth Form. Some of the best speeches have come from Form Five, and it is sincerely to be hoped that these members will render lively service next year and help the Society properly to fulfil its function. Altogether a disappointing year.

322 AFRIKAANSE VERENIGING

Gedurende die tweede helfte van die jaar was die Vereniging nie so bedrywig as in die eerste helfte nie. Dit was veral die geval in die laaste kwartaal. Die eksamenkoors het vroeg reeds kop uit- gesteek en namate dIt toegeneem het, het geesdrif vir die Vereniging afgeneem. Die volgende program is afgehandel : (a) Debat: Watter sportsvort het die meeste waarde, tennis of krieket ? Inkier: C. Meinzer (Tennis). Ondersteuner: P. WoodJey. Teenstander: M. Shelton (Krieket). Ondersteuner: M. Shires. Uitslag van stemming: Tennis 16. Krieket 15. (b) Vasvra in Sport: Die uitslag van die wedstryd tussen die twee koshuise was gelykop. Gillingham 30. Finningley 30. (c) Toneellesing: ,, Die Braaiboud" deur G. J. Beukes. Die deelnemers was : Mnr. Prinsloo: Mnr. G. E. Burger. Mevr. Prinsloo: P. Burger. Leonore: L. Trehearn. Roelf: M. Rodda. Ons dank aan Suster Gamble wat gesorg het vir die grimering van die deelnemers. Hoe goed sy haar van haar taak gekwyt het, word bewys daarin dat bale van die toeskouers hul eie maats op die verhoog glad nie herken het nie.

CHOIR

The Choir has had a less ambitious programme than usual this year, and did not hold its usual Michaelmas concert. It has, however, welded into a harmonious unit, almost as good as any we have had, and it has been numerically stronger than in the past ; but it has not possessed the soloists without whom a concert is impossible. Enthusiasm has been as high as ever, and appears to have been transferred in some degree to the school, for the Sunday singing has been lustier than of yore. It was interesting to note, in a Gallup Poll, that 75 per cent, of the school find the hymns the motot attractive part of a service, as against 60 per cent, last year.

323 The Carols were not broadcast, for the first time since 1943, but were presented at Kearsney, In Pinetown, and in Maritzburg, within a space of eight days. The services were well appreciated, and the School's tradition for good singing continues undiminished. Very few of the Choir are leaving, and the tenors will be back in full. Prospects for 1949 are therefore good. I hope that the Choir will accord to Mr. and Mrs. Brown the keen support it has always given me. CAROL PROGRAMME Choir and Congregation: Oh Come, All Ye Faithful. Choir: Chorus: Gloria in Excelsis, from "Twelfth Mass" Mozart Prayer Lection: Luke I, 26-33 Choir: Carols: Gabriel's Message Basque What Child is This ? Traditional Lection: Luke II, 1-7 Choir: Carols: Christ was Born on Christmas Day Traditional See Amid the Winter's Snow Goss Lection: Luke II, 8-14 Congregation: The First Nowell. Choir: Carols: It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Sim Good King Wenceslas Traditional Lection: Matt. II. 1-2, 7-1 1 Choir: Carols: There Came Three Kings French Maria Wiegenlied Reger Address Lection: Psalm 148 Choir: Chorus: The Heavens are Telling, from the "Creation" Haydn Carol: Still the Night Cruber Choir and Congregation: Lord, Dismiss Us.

Benediction The following boys have sung with the Choir this year : Bass: Bishop J. R., Burger P., Blackburn M. A., Eastwood M., Jackson B. G., Lund I. H., McLuckie N., Morgan I., Proctor D., Rodda M. J., Southwood O. R., Speed B., Thompson G., Wicks R. L. Tenor: Crankshaw O. W., Frolick A., Hagemann B. G., Oliver C, L., Shelton M., Shuttleworth H. Alto: Bulman A., Dykes D. C., Jones T. M., Leask M. J., Metcalf T., Weetman D. Treble: Brown D. C., Callow L., Bowman P. H. T., Coggin G. L., Carelse C. G., Beckett M., Dykes B. N., Gorton A., Hall M. O., Hewitt D., Harrison B. S., Khaled P. W., Leask S. M., Lowes W. H., MacKenzie M., MacMenigali M. H., Meumann C. S., Mark N., Poole M. P., Preece S. J. R., Richardson G. C., von Sorgenfrei B. J., Woodley M. T., Todd G. C, J.F.R. 324 In view of the fact that Mr. Reece Is leaving for England at the end of this term to have a well-earned long leave after more than 20 years' service at Kearsney, I feel it Is only fitting that I should add a few lines to these notes on behalf of the choir as a whole. In spite of the fact that he does not count the many hours he spends with the choir as work, this nevertheless entails a consider able sacrifice of what would otherwise be leisure hours, and we should like to assure him that the time has been well spent. Many boys have had an introduction to Choral Music which otherwise they would have missed ; they have spent interesting hours re hearsing, and have appeared at public concerts. This has been of great value to them. In assuring him of our appreciation for all he has done, we wish him and Mrs. Reece God speed, a happy and invigorating holiday, and a safe return for many further years of service. R.W.B.

MUSIC CLUB

The Music Club returned to its normal two meetings a term after the somewhat hectic period of the polio epidemic. The meetings have been well attended and the two most worthy of note were the one at which we had visitors from P.M.B. Girls' High School and the other the visit of the Epworth Music Club. At the former, Joyce and Rae Barker, and Michael and Stewart Leask provided the programme. All did very well and gave us a most interesting and enjoyable programme. We are most grate ful to Miss Dulcie Goodwin for bringing the girls down and hope we shall see them again before long. The visit of the Epworth High School Music Club gave us another delightful afternoon, both musically and in other ways. Epworth provided the programme; their playing and singing, together with two competitions, kept us fully interested. The afternoon ended with tea in the hall, and our visitors left by car after a con ducted tour of the school grounds. We were pleased to welcome Miss Williams and Miss Barclay of the Epworth Staff who were visiting Kearsney for the first time. In conclusion, just a word of thanks to the College Housekeeper for the trouble she took to provide tea—a most enjoyable one. Thank you, Mrs. Goldman.

ART

This year again we have seen some very fine work produced. Life drawing and still-life must be our jultimate aim, but as yet we lack the necessary material and a room with the proper lighting.

325 However, the cfasses and the Art Club have noticeably improved in the handling of the pencil, pen and paint. There has been a tendency with some to refer to copying when their imagination runs dry. Remember that, if copying has its use (a good one), more merit is attached to your own interpretations. Do not get downhearted if you do not seem to progress. You are doing so all the time, even if this does not appear to be the case. Thanks to all who kept a steady attendance. l.v.d.B.

REVIEW OF OPINION

The Review of Opinion was again held in November last, and it has been Interesting to study once more the likes and dislikes of the school. There have been few really marked changes since last year, even though the poll included 70 boys who did not vote last year. We find the fourth term still the most popular, in spite of exams.; summer preferred to winter; boarding-school to day- school ; supper the most popular meal ; and so on. A glance at the' figures that follow will sufficiently indicate these preferences. On comparing figures with those of last year, we note one or two interesting changes. The school has become slightly less heathen, for 82% would go to church, as opposed to 79%, and only 41% approve of organised Sunday sport, as compared with 55% last year. Those who find the food satisfactory have risen from 65% to 81 %, a great tribute to the Housekeeper ! Curiously enough, last year the Sixth Form were almost 100% in favour of the food ; this year the Sixth Form are the greatest fault-finders. In sport there has been a swing in favour of cricket (22% to 34%) and a fall in the liking for rugger (36% to 28%) ; tennis has fallen (19% to 10%) and swimming risen (14% to 19%). Slightly more boys have decided upon their future career (72% to 64%), and slightly more prefer brains to brawn (69% to 64%). For future buildings there has been a considerable increase in the number desiring a Chapel (59% to 72%), and a drop in the desire for a Library(23% to 13%)—now that a Library is about to be built I Those who have been "caught out" vote overwhelmingly in favour of corporal punishment, even more than last year (93% to 76%). Film preferences are absolutely identical with last year. In reading, the school has become more romantic (23% to 30%) and less sleuth-like (33% to 23%) ; figures for the newspapers are identical with last year's, and observation of flowers and shrubs is also identical. Several other viewpoints have not varied by more than two or three per cent. On the whole, therefore, one is led to believe that where there has been a real change in opinion, it is because there has been a real change in the circumstances involved, and not in the whim of the voters.

326 Details, in percentages ;— 1. Which term do you prefer ?—1st 17, 2nd 10, 3rd 11, 4th 62. 2. Do you prefer—Summer 70, Winter 30 ? 3. Do you like the climate at Botha's Hill ?—Yes 64, No 36. 4. Do you prefer—Day school 6, Boarding school 94 ? 5. Do you prefer—Breakfast 17, Lunch 26, Supper 57 ? 6. Do you consider the food satisfactory ?—Yes 81, No 19. 7. Which sport do you like best!—Rugger 28, Cricket 34, Tennis 10, Swimming 19, Athletics 9. 8. Would you rather play—a home match 13, an away match 87 ? 9. Have you too much free time I, too little 65, just right 43 ? 10. Do you approve of Cadets ?—Yes 27, No 73. 11. Do you prefer the Athletic Sports—at Easter 77, at Michaelmas 23 ? 12. Would you rather have—athletic ability 31, brains 69 ? 13. Have you decided on-your future occupation ?—Yes 72, No 28. 14. Are you hoping to go to the University ?—Yes 47, No 53. 15. As our next building, would you prefer to see—a chapel 72, a library 13, an assembly haii I, another House 9, a sanatorium 5. 16. Which do you enjoy best in Sunday Service—the hymns 78, lessons 4, prayers 2, address 16' 17. If Church was not compulsory, would you go ?—Yes 82, No 18. 18. Do you approve of organised Sunday sport !—Yes 41, No 59. 19. If "caught out," do you prefer—corporal punishment 93, a lecture 6, lines I ! 20. At the bioscope, do you prefer—Betty Grable 64, Van Johnson 14, Popeye 22 ? 21. Do you prefer to listen-in to—News 2, Sport 22, Music 16, Variety 60? 22. Which paper do you prefer ?—Mercury 66, News 34. 23. What books do you prefer to read ?—Biography 9, Travel 8, Romance 30, Detective Fiction 23, Adventure 30. 24. Do you notice the flowers, shrubs, gardens ?—Yes 84, No 16.

CADET CORPS

Annual Inspection Cadet work for the year ended with the Annual Inspection on Wednesday morning, September 29th. The day was fine and rather warm, but the March Past and the Advance in Review Order were carried through with precision, and all ranks—and all ages I—are to be congratulated on the high standard of smartness and discipline that was achieved. The inspecting Officer, Brigadier H. C. Daniel, Officer Commanding Natal Command, declared himself very im pressed by the Parade, and complimented the Cadets on the fine performance they had put up. The Ambulance Platoon under Lieut. R. W. Brown, and the P.T. Squad under Mr. i. van den Berg also gave demonstrations of their work. Imperial Challenge Shield Shooting Competition Owing to the sudden arrival of the Contractor to re-build the Range, the Competition had to be fired off at a day's notice, and

327 before the practices had been completed. It is probable that the standard of the shooting suffered a little in consequence. On the other hand, the new arrangement by which Detachments may enter Companies as separate Units helped us to show a better average than the previous "everybody-in " basis would have allowed, since we were able to reduce the number of competitors and exclude the smaller cadets of the middle school who cannot yet manage the heavy rifle. The general average was very satisfactory indeed, but a number of the individual results among the senior boys were disappointing and below their real capacity. The following is a summary of the results of the Competition, but the figures for 1948 are subject to amendment by the Defence Authorities : 1948 1947 Number who fired 90 169 Number to count (70 per cent, of above) 53 1 18 Scores discarded 75 and under 66 and under Average per firer to count 84.222 79.466 Handicap allowance 1.375 2.750 Average score to count 85.597 82.216 Marksmen (90 and over) 12 12 First Class shots (85—89) 15 21 Whether the average score of 85.597 is good enough to retain the Natal Trophy remains to be seen, since other Detachments also stand to benefit from the Company-as-a-Unit basis. Marksmen's scores: 95 Shelton; 94 Maclean, Shuker, Fellows-Smith, Eastwood, Smith J. A.; 93 Rodda; 92 Ashby, Mundell A. L.; 91 Brokensha, Morrison, 90 Hastie. The Range During the third and fourth terms the Range was rebuilt and enlarged so as to give six firing-points. The area has been well fenced off, and everything has been done to ensure its safe use. Since the rebuilding cost about £600, one can almost say that no expense has been spared on it, and we are grateful to the Defence Department for a job that has been well done. It was not possible to hold the Inter-House Shoot for the Robbins Cup this year on account of the work on the new Range. Band Competition This Competition was held at the Albert Park, Durban, on Saturday, 4th September, and our Band won second place. They therefore had to exchange the Polliack Bugle for the Redman Sash— rather a come-down, but perhaps the position can be restored next year. Congratulations to Glenwood on winning the Bugle, and to our Band on being the runners-up. The difference between the two was a matter of seven marks. It was also probably a matter of nerves, for while Kearsney tended to rush the music, Glenwood marched and played with quieter confidence. Our Bandsmen

328 deserve congratulating on the keenness which they have shown, and the great deal of hard work that they put in while preparing for the Competition. Eastwood has been the Drum-Major during the year. The foliowing table of the marks for this year and iast year may be of interest: 1948 1947 Kearsney 172 (2n

RUGBY

For two years in succession the rugby season has had to be cur tailed owing to the outbreak of infectious epidemics. These epidemics, while not serious, necessitated our being placed in quarantine, with the result that we were able to play only three school fixtures. We hope that we shall be more fortunate next season. Despite the loss of King, who left in June, the XV acquitted itself quite well in the games played, apart from their debacle against D.H.S. Mundeii A. proved a worthy successor to King as captain, and was ably supported in the pack by Smith J. A., Hansen, Blackburn and Hastie. After a shaky start early in the season, the three-quarters improved considerably both in handling and defence. McLuckie, Speed and Warmback played some very useful games, although McLuckie was on the injured list for some time. Stewart, at full back, though inclined to be slow in the field, was always sound. Congratulations to the foliowing on the award of their rugby colours for the 1948 season : A. King, A. Mundeii, N. McLuckie, J. A. Smith, B. Stewart, P. Warmback, B. Speed, M. Blackburn, E. Hansen, G. Hastie, and C. Meinzer.

329 r

KEARSNEY HILTON Warmback, St. Fowler, Total, for 5 wickets, 244. b. Henderson 14 (Blunden 35, Robinson 45, Fowler Hansen, Ibw., b. Henderson ... I 68, Holgate not out 57.) McLuckie, b. Robinson 3 Stewart, c. and b. Millar 26 (Eagle 4 wickets for 23.) Mundell, b. Eagle 10 Dyson, c. Fowler, b. Eagle ... 2 Bowling Smith, St. Fowler, b. Eagle ... 2 O. M. R. W Morgan, not out 6 McLuckie I I 3 49 1 Lund, c. Fowler, b. Barker ... 6 Mundell 6 0 28 i Hagemann, b. Barker 0 Hansen ... 19 0 94 1 Hulett, b. Eagle 0 Lund 2 0 12 1 Extras 6 Stewart 3 0 16 0 Warmback 9 1 28 0 TOTAL 76 Hagemann 5 0 9 1

November 20th vs. GLENWOOD Home

Match Drawn Batting first we lost the first wicket in the opening over and the second for 8 runs. Then followed a good partnership between Hansen and Stewart. Dyson and Roberts also batted well. Nelson was the most successful Glenwood bowler. Glenwood lost their first two wickets for no runs. Our bowlers dominated the game and McLuckie was particularly dangerous. Rain eventually stopped play.

KEARSNEY GLENWOOD Warmback,c. Reardon, b. Nelson 0 Total (for 9 wickets) 42. Hansen, c. Beer, b. Reardon ... 24 McLuckie, b. Nelson 3 Bowling Stewart, c. Bowman, b. Proctor 30 o. M. R. W. Mundell, b. Reardon 0 Smith, b. Nelson ...... 8 McLuckie 9 3 13 6 Morgan, run out 9 Warmback 3 1 II 1 Dyson, b. Nelson 20 Hansen ... 5 0 10 2 Roberts, b. Reardon 19 Lund, not out 3 Mundell 1 0 1 0 Hagemann, b. Nelson I Extras 10

TOTAL 127

December 3rd vs. D.H.S. Home

Match Drawn Losing their first wicket second ball, D.H.S. then settled down to good batting with Goddard, Tayfield A., Tayfield C., and KIdd all making runs ; Tayfield C. scored a century. Hansen was our steadiest bowler. Our runs came slowly at first against accurate bowling, Hansen and Stewart again batting well. Dyson also played a bright innings.

334 KEARSNEY D.H.S. Warmback, Ibw., b. Tayfield C. 5 Total 265 for 7 wickets (dec.). Hanaen, st. Kidd, b. Stamper ... 17 (Goddard 41, Tayfield C. 103 Lunc, c. Stamper, b. Avice ... 0 (retd.), Tayfield A. 47, Kidd 32.) Smith, b. Tayfield C 2 Stewart, not out 67 Bowling Mundell, b. Tayfield A 12 O. M. R. W. Dyson, b, Tayfield A 23 McLuckle,c. Knowles, b. Stamper 5 McLuckle 17 0 72 1 Morgan, not out I Hansen ... 19 2 98 4 Extras 8 Mundeil 10 0 41 0 TOTAL (for 7 wickets) 140 Warmback ...... 5 0 14 0

Roberts and Hagemann did not bat.

Schools' Cricket Week

The weather was very fine and warm throughout the whole of Schools' Week and fortunately no time was lost owing to rain. The XI acquitted itself quite creditably, winning two matches by an Innings ; one game was lost and two drawn. The standard of play generally showed considerable improvement since the beginning of the season. We should like to express our sincere appreciation to Mr. Howard Dalton for his services in coaching the 1st XI this year, and also to Mr. C. J. Offord for his untiring efforts in organisation of the "Week." Congratulations are due to B. L. Stewart on his selection for the Natal Schools' XI to play in the Nuffield Tournament in Salisbury in January 1949, and also to E. Hansen on the award of his 1948 colours.

December iOth vs. ST. HENRY'S Kingsmead 2 Won by an Innings and 177 runs St. Henry's batting collapsed against the steady bowling of Hansen and McLuckle, and Pershouse (29) was the only man to reach double figures. Stewart started slowly but later scored freely to reach his century. He and McLuckle added 146 for the fourth wicket. Roberts and Lund also batted well. St. Henry's were also dismissed cheaply in their second innings.

335 show more aggression, which promises well for the future. Too frequently have we seen batsmen losing their wickets against bowling far from hostile, simply because they have stood rooted to the pitch. Our bowling generally has been steady but seldom really hostile. Hansen, McLuckie and Mundell have been our stock bowlers. If Lund could control the ball better, he might easily be our most dangerous bowler. The fielding has been fair but there Is still room for Improvement In the ground fielding and In returning to the wicket. Stewart has proved a keen and capable captain and has been ably supported by McLuckie and Mundell A.

MATCHES

October 23rd YS. MARUZBURG COLLEGE Home Won by 12 runs This ^me was played on matting owing to heavy rain the night before. The batting of both sides seemed to be affected by the change to matting. After being 20 for 7, Stewart and Dyson were associated in a good stand and made most of our runs. For College only Bestall, Comrie and Bense made runs, the last wicket adding 22. Warmback and Mundell bowled well.

KEARSNEY MARITZBURG COLLEGE Warmback, c. Oehley, b. Smith 0 Total 59. Hansen, c. Comrie, b. Bestall 4 (Bestall 19, Bense 14, Smith M. McLuckie, b. Comrie 6 11 not out.) Stewart, c. Bense, b. Castle 35 Mundell, b. Bestall 1 Lund, Ibw., Comrie 0 Bowling Smith, c. and b. Comrie ... 0 O. M. R. W, Morgan, c. Bestall, b. Comrie 0 Dyson, st. Oehiey, b. Castle 21 McLuckie 8 3 24 1 F. Smith, St. Oehley, b. Castle 0 Warmback 10 1 24 6 Roberts, not out 2 Hansen ... , 3 i 3 1 Extras 2 Mundell 1 0 2 2 TOTAL 71

October 30th vs. ST. HENRY'S Home Won by 142 runs Batting on an easy-paced wicket, we scored slowly until Stewart came to the wicket. He and Warmback added II I for the third wicket. In the afternoon mist came over which may have affected St. Henry's batting. McLuckie and Warmback bowled well in the first innings, Lund and Roberts in the second.

332 KEARSNEY ST. HENRrS Warmback, b. Benney 48 1st Innings: 52 (Feuilherade 23). Hansen, Ibw., b. Fairbairn 9 2nd Innings: 41 for 6 (Pershouse 20), McLuckie, run out ... . 19 Stewart, b. Pershouse SI Bowling Mundell, Ibw., b. Benney . 5 O. M. R. W. 14 Dyson, b. Pershouse ... . McLuckie ... 7 3 12 2 Smith, not out I Warmback ...... 6 2 14 4 17 Extras Mundell ... 4 0 11 1 Hansen ... 5 1 12 0 TOTAL (for 5 wkts. dec.) 194 Roberts ... 4 0 12 2 Roberts, Lund, Hafemann and Lund .... 1 0 5 2 Hulett did not bat.

November 6th vs. T.H.S. Durban Won by 56 runs This game was played in perfect weather on a very good wicket. The outfieid was inclined to be heavy, which may have accounted for the slowness of the scoring on both sides. Our batsmen batted steadily if not very forcefully, Stewart being an exception in that he hit the ball hard. Richardson bowled well for T.H.S. T.H.S. lost their first wicket in attempting their first run. This early reverse seemed to affect the rest of their batsmen except Muller, who batted confidently. McLuckie, Hansen and Mundeil bowled well.

KEARSNEY T.H.S. Warmback, run out 14 Total 54. (Muiier33.) Hansen, st. Muiler, b. Richardson 9 McLuckie, Ibw., b. Fraser 20 Bowling Stewart, c. Jeffery, b. Fraser ... 30 O. M. R. W. Dyson, c. Jupp, b. Dunlop ... 5 Mundell, c. Anfield, b. Richardson 20 McLuckie ... 9 4 15 3 Smith, b. Richardson 2 Warmback ...... 4 0 13 1 Morgan, c. and b. Richardson ... 2 Roberts ... 3 1 4 0 Lund, c. Salton, b. Jupp 5 Lund ... 3 0 14 0 Roberts, Ibw., b. Richardson ... 0 Hansen ... 5 3 4 2 Hagemann, not out 2 Mundell ... 3 2 2 3 Extras I Richardson ...... 10 0 19 5 TOTAL 110

November 13th vs. HILTON Away

Lost by 8 wickets Our batting fared badly on a good wicket and against steady bowling. Stewart and Mundell shaped well but did not stay long. Hilton lost their first wicket early on, but then settled down to score slowly but steadily until our total was passed. Thereafter their score mounted rapidly as the result of some sound batting.

333" July 31st w. PAST "A" Home Lost S—13 The "Past" fielded a strong side with powerful three-quarters who were always dangerous. If our defence had not been sound, the margin of our defeat would probably have been considerably greater. We were unfortunate in having to play with 14 men In the second half; nevertheless the "Past " team played good rugby and fully deserved their win. Contrary to expectation they lasted very well and retained the initiative until the end. "Past " pressed strongly in the opening stages but were held out by good tackling. After about IS minute's play, however. Gillies dummied his way through to score between the posts. Ken Dyer converting (0—5). Following a cross-kick by Brown the " Past" forwards went over under the posts for Ken Dyer again to convert. Half time (0—10). Exchanges were more even In the second half, and from a loose scrum on the "Past " line Mundell went over to score. Warmback converted with a good kick (5—10). Shortly afterwards Robertson dribbled down-field for Browning to collect the ball on the bounce and score an unconverted try (E—13). The final whistle blew without any addition to the score. "Past " Team : K. Dyer (c). Browning, Damp, Gillies, Brown, Forsyth, Nathan, C. Davey, Dale, Gevers, M. Perry, Wyatt-Mlnter, Robertson, B. Scheffer, and E. Hall. August 7th vs. GLEN WOOD Home Lost 6—8 A very closely contested game, with the sides evenly matched. Our forwards played a hard game but failed to exploit to the full any mistakes made by their opponents. Our three-quarters were disappointing, as they lacked thrust and handled badly. Glenwood were the first to go ahead when Jay scored early on after a good three-quarter movement (0—3). We pressed strongly for some time and were eventually awarded a penalty with which McLuckle made no mistake (3—3). At this stage we were doing most of the attacking and a promising run by McLuckle faded out. Just before half-time McLuckle put in another good run, gave Inside to Warmback who scored near the corner. The kick was wide. Half time (6—3). Soon after the resumption, the ball came out to Jay, following a quick heel In our 25, and he scored again for Glenwood, Shedlock converting with a good kick (6—8). In the latter part of the second half we had our full share of the game, but were unable to penetrate the Glenwood defence. Final score (6—8). August I Ith vs. D.H.S. Away Lost 0—32 This game was played In real summer weather and D.H.S. proved to be a vastly superior team. We saw very little of the ball with the result that any attacking we did was by means of forward rushes. In fact we gained the ball from no more than half a dozen scrums. D.H.S. opened their scoring early on when KIdd scored under the posts for MacKenzie to convert (0—5), and shortly afterwards scored again In the same position (0—10). The fact that there was no further score In this half was due to some sound tackling. Half time (0—10). After holding our opponents for the first portion of the second half, we began to feel the full weight of their superiority and our defence became ragged. D.H.S. Increased their score by five tries (two of which were converted) and a penalty. Final score (0—32). August 14th vs. HILTON Away Lost 3—6 We played an excellent defensive game throughout. Hilton enjoyed com plete domination of the set scrums, thanks to the fine hooking of Labuschagne.

330 Their score would undoubtedly have been higher had it not been for some most determined tackling. Our forwards played what was probably their best ganie of the season. Hilton scored in the corner mid-way through the first haif, following a forward rush led by Morgan. A good kick at goal failed (0—3). This was the oniy score in the first haif. In the second half exchanges were, if anything, in our favour, with our forwards in the van. We crossed Hilton line twice but no score resulted. Eventually Speed gathered the bail in Hilton haif, broke, gave to Mundeii, who kicked ahead, gathered, gave to Tedder, to Hansen, who went over to score an unconverted try (3—3). in the closing stages Hilton heeled quickly near our 25 and Riseiy scored a fighting try in the corner, the kick being wide (3—6). The final whistle blew about two minutes later (3—6). September 8th vs. COLLEGIANS UI9A Old Fort I Lost 0—16 This game was held after about a month during which no matches were played owing to our being in quarantine for chicken-pox and mumps. We were able to field a depleted XV who gave obvious signs of having suffered from lack of regular matches. Our forwards played quite well but the three-quarters lacked thrust and on occasion handled very badly. Collegians were first to score when one of their wings kicked ahead,following a piece of bad handling by our backs, collected the ball on the bounce and romped away to score under the posts. The try was converted (0—5). Half time (0—5). Shortly after the resumption Collegians scored again when their scrum-haif dived over from a loose maul near our line (0—10). Collegians later scored two tries when their right wing, who showed a marked preference for the left wing position, scored far out. These tries were not converted (0—16). Final score (0—16).

OTHER GAMES 2nd XV vs." PAST " B. Lost 3—37. The "Past's " first try was scored from the kick-off by L. Poikinghorne. Our team never recovered from this shattering blow I Under" 15" vs. GLENWOOD. Won 6—3. vs. D.H.S. Lost 6—12. vs. HILTON. Lost 0—22. Under" 14" vs. VOORTREKKER. Drawn 6—6. Under" 13" vs. VOORTREKKER. Drawn 3—3.

CRICKET

The standard of cricket this term has shown considerable improve ment since the beginning of the year. Some of the younger players are gaining in confidence and should in time prove useful members of the XI. Stewart has been our most consistent bat, and the rest of the team has usually relied too much upon him. Warmback, Mundell, McLuckie and Dyson have also made runs on occasions. There are indications that some of our batsmen are beginning to

331 KEARSNEY ST. HENRY'S Warmback, Ibw., b. Pershouse... 6 tst Innings: 48 (Pershouse 29). Hansen, b. Pershouse 14 Eellows-Smith, c. Tyzack, 2nd Innings: 39. b. Fairburn 0 Bowling Stewart, b. Fairburn 102 McLuckie, b. Fairburn 64 O. M. R. W, Mundell, b. Fairburn 0 McLuckie Dyson, b. Pershouse 0 ... 4 1 7 2 Morgan, b. Pershouse 0 Warmback ...... *3 0 16 1 Roberts, st. Eiiiot, Hansen ... 6 4 7 5 b. Feuilherade 36 Roberts ... 4 1 12 1 Lund, not out 23 1 Ha^emann, c. Tyzack, Mundell ... 2 I 0 b. Feuilherade 10 Extras 9

TOTAL 264

December I Ith vs. MiCHAELHOUSE Home Lost by 37 runs Soon after the game started a heavy mist came down and during this period we lost S wickets for 14 runs. As the light improved our later batsmen carried the score to 80. Hansen and Dyson both batted well. Marx (6 for 27) was the most successful Michaeihouse bowler. For Michaeihouse Elgie, Marx, and Black batted confidently. McLuckie and Hansen bowled very steadily.

KEARSNEY MICHAELHOUSE

Warmback, b. Greene 0 Total 117. Hansen, ibw., b. Elgie 24 Smith, b. Marx 0 (Elgie 29, Marx 28, Black 19.) Stewart, b. Marx 0 Bowling McLuckie, c. Harvey, b. Marx ... 0 Mundell, c. Black, b. Marx ... I O. M. R. W. Dyson, ibw., b. Marx ...... 32 McLuckie ... 14 1 34 6 Morgan, Ibw., b. Greene 4 Roberts, b. Marx 2 Warmback ...... 4 1 9 0 Lund, not out 4 Hansen ... 9 0 43 4 Hagemann, b. Greene 0 Roberts ... 2 1 4 0 Extras 13 Mundell ... 2 0 IS 0

TOTAL 80

December i3th vs. T.H.S. Hoy Park 2

Match Drawn This game was notable for the lethargy of our team in the field, parljicularly in the morning. Both bowling and fielding was of a poor quality and left much to be desired. Hansen and Roberts were the steadiest of the bowlers. Mulier, Jupp and Salton batted well for T.H.S. In the afternoon our batting showed some improvement with Stewart, Dyson and Warmback making runs. Jupp (4 for 32) was the most successful Tech. bowler.

336 KEARSNEY T.H.S. Warmback, c. Salter, b. Eraser... 19 Total (for 7 wickets dec.) 201. Hansen, c. Hamilton, b. Eraser... 6 (Muiler 76, Jupp 36, Saiton 31.) Roberts, St. Muller, b. Jupp ... 10 Stewart, not out 54 Bowling McLuckie, st. Muller, b. Jupp ... 7 O. M. R. W. Mundell, bowled Jupp 0 McLuckie 17 2 66 0 Dyson, hit wicket, b. Jupp ... 24 Warmback 7 3 14 0 Extras 9 Hansen ... 18 4 33 2 TOTAL (for 6 wickets) 131 Roberts... 5 3 5 2 Mundell 4 1 5 1 Morgan, Lund, Smith and Hulett Stewart 6 0 28 1 did not bat.

December i4th vs. ST. CHARLES' Kingsmead 2

Won by an innings and 87 runs

Our bowlers were on top from the beginning and St. Charles were dis missed cheaply in both innings. Playing in his first game for the Xi, Atkinson bowled steadily. Hansen and Roberts also took wickets. Our batting was sound though slow, with Warmback, Mundell, McLuckie and Stewart batting confidently.

KEARSNEY ST. CHARLES

Warmback, c. Pennefather, 1st Innings: Total 45 (Chisholm 15). b. Antelme 33 2nd Innings: Total 43. Hansen, Ibw., b. Piccione 0 Mundell, b. Pennefather 39 Bowling Stewart, b. Seymour 27 Dyson, c. Howard, b. Antelme... 0 O. M. R. W. McLuckie, not out 41 Atkinson 7 I 13 4 Roberts, not out 14 Warmback 3 2 2 I Extras 21 Hansen 4 2 4 2 Roberts 3 2 3 3 TOTAL (for 4 wkts. dec.) 175 McLuckie 6 2 10 Morgan, Lund, Hulett and Hansen ... 6 I 7 Atkinson did not bat.

December 15th vs. MARITZBURG COLLEGE Hoy Park 1

Match Drawn

Batting first College were in trouble early on, being 27 for 4. Then thanks to Bestaii (52), and Irvine (30) they made a fine recovery, our bowlers losing their grip on the game. Warmback and Dyson batted well for us and helped considerably in forcing a draw.

337 KEARSNEV MARrrZBURG COLLEGE

Warmback, not out ... 47 Total rSS. Hansen, Ibw., b. Sense 6 .(Sense 52, Irvine 30, Gold 16.) Mundell, Ibw., b. Sense 0 Stewart, c. Cary Smith, b Sense 21 Bowling IS Dyson, b. Benjamin ... O. M. R. W. McLuckie, b. Comrie... 9 Roberts, b. Comrie ... 4 McLuckie 10 I 22 3 Morgan, not out 0 Mundell ...... 5 0 20 3 Extras 2 Atkinson 2 0 4 I TOTAL (for 6 wickets) 104 Warmback 6 I IS 3

Lund, Hagemann and Atkinson did not bat.

AVERAGES (Second half only) Batting Inns. Not Out Rons Top Score Averoge Stewart ...... 11 2 473 102 52.5 McLuckie 8 1 169 64 ' 24.1 Warmback ... II I 186 48 18.6 Roberts ... 8 2 87 36 14.5 Dyson ... 11 0 156 32 14.1 Bowling Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Averoge Roberts ...... 27 9 71 8 8.8 McLuckie ... 1 10 21 312 28 1 I.I Mundell ...... 37 4 1 12 10 1 1.2 Warmback ... 50 M 136 II 12.3 Hansen ...... 94 17 336 25 13.4

Under 15 The side started rather uncertainly and timidly, but developed as the term progressed. A noticeable feature was the fact that every member of the side could bat. Against D.H.S. the ninth wicket put on 90 runs, and batsman number 10 headed the averages for the term. Of the earlier batsmen Dykes has been the most consistent. Some others, who are full of ability, have not really struck true form, and the latter half of the batsmen have usually scored as many runs as the first six. Bowling has been rather disappointing. There should be less straining after speed, and a bigger attention to control.

MATCHES Maritzburg College IS7 for 6 wkts. dec. (Prozesky 54, Keith S3). Kearsney 74 for 6 wkts. (Dukes 26). Match drawn. St. Henry's 74 (Dale 36, Bulman 3 for I I, Atkinson 3 for 19). Kearsney 180 (Richardson 34, Dykes 26, Williamson 23, Dukes 21). Won. Hilton Under 16^ 235 for 4 wkts. (Brown 83, Uiyate 83). Kearsney 73 (Ireland 23, Bulman 19, Rich 14). Lost.

338 As our Under 16^ players were all playing for the 2nd XI this day, unfor tunately, we had to meet Hilton with the Under 15 side. In spite of the heaty defeat, the game was weii-enjoyed by aii. Gienwood 2i i for 6 wkts. (Speed 65, Edwards 50). Kearsney 40 for 3 wkts. (Bulman 17, Dykes 12). Rain stopped piay. Kearsney 2il (Ireland 50, Letcher 48, Dykes 31). D.H.S. 70. Won.

Under 14 A side which has displayed commendable keenness although not nearly so strong as last year's team. The batting suffers from lack of an attacking outlook on the part of batsmen and a complete failure to make very much use of their feet to place themselves In a position to hit the ball. The bowling Is very weak, with a strong tendency to sacrifice length to speed. We have lost all our matches this year but that Is of minor Importance provided the team Is learning by Its defeats—and we can justly say that It Is learning. Fielding on the whole has been keen and good.

Matches:— rs. HIGHBURY Kearsney 36 and 48. Highbury 142. vs. HIGHBURY Kearsney 73 (Leisegang 36). Highbury 102 (Dykes 3 for 16). vs. ST. CHARLES St. Charles 145. Kearsney 101 (Leisegang 50). vs. PINETOWN (Augmented Side) Kearsney 65. Pinetown 76. vs. ST. HENRY'S St. Henry's 61 (Winder 6 for 18) and 120 for 7 Kearsney 23 and 44. vs. HILTON Hilton 165. Kearsney 37. vs. PINETOWN (Augmented Side) Kearsney 137 (Bulman 51). Pinetown 65 (Wallett 40 n.o.), (Atkinson 4 for 24).

Other Matches 2nd XI P.M.B. Tech. 2nd XI 61 (Wauchope 4 for 10). Kearsney 145 for 5 wkts. (Shelton 40, Wicks 2, Wauchope 23). Won. Mansfield Road 1st XI 183 for 6 wkts. Kearsney 123 (Roberts 73). Lost. P.M.B. Tech. 1st XI 102 for 8 wkts. dec. (Frolich 4 for 28), Kearsney 42 (Wicks 12). Lost.

339 TENNIS

Owing to quarantine in the third term and examinations in the fourth, few matches have been played. The second team were well beaten by a strengthened second team from Glenwood. Our first team beat the Staff by the odd game in 99. In the Inter-House competition for the Payne Shield Finningley beat Gliiingham by 126 games to 81. individual scores were : DOUBLES FINNINGLEY GILLINGHAM {Morrison Lund Hobson 9 Speed fMundell, M. Shuttieworth \Letcher 6 Bui man {Stewart Johnson, R. A. O. Mundell, A 9 Huiett

{Morrison % Johnson Hobson 7 Huiett {Stewart Speed Mundeii, A .10 Lund

{Letcher Johnson Mundeii, M 4 Huiett

{Morrison Buiman Hobson 8 Shuttieworth /Mundeii, M. Speed \Letcher i Lund .10

/Mundeii, A. Buiman \Stewart 5 Shuttieworth

SINGLES FINNINGLEY GILLINGHAM

Stewart 9 Shuttieworth 0 Hobson S Speed 4 Morrison 4 Lund 5 Mundeii, A 8 Buiman I Mundeii, M 7 Huiett 2 Stewart 6 Buiman 3 Morrison 5 Speed 4 Hobson 5 Lund 4 Mundeii, A 6 Shuttieworth 3 Mundeii, M 6 Johnson, R. A.0 3 Letcher 2 Huiett 7 Letcher 4 Johnson S

340 Our grateful thanks to Mr. L. Polkinghorne who presented us with a Cup for the School Singles Champion. Sincere thanks also go to Mr. Shuker for his gift of two drums of treacle for improving the surface of the courts. Congratulations to M. Hobson on winning the Polkinghorne Trophy and on becoming school champion for I9'4B. Colour Awards: M. Hobson, D. Morrison. D.S.M.

SWIMMING NOTES

Swimming Captain: D. E. Todd. Committee Members: C. E. Meinzer, R. A. O. Johnson. The swimming in every School throughout the country was affected by the Polio outbreak during the first half of the year. Kearsney was no exception and the restriction placed on the use of the bath resulted in almost complete inactivity in this branch of sport. Keenness, however, was rekindled on the re-opening of the bath in September and for the remainder of the swimming season a sustained and interesting programme of events was arranged. Not since the initial opening of our bath have boys shown such a keen interest, and if the spirit displayed on our Gala day is an indica tion of what is to follow, this branch of sport has a flourishing future. On Monday,25th October, the First Team from N.U.C.,Maritzburg, paid Kearsney a visit. Unfortunately, any programme for com petition against a University can only include Open events, which at once limits the number of our competitors and events. It was encouraging though to witness a very good display by our team. N.U.C. by no means had it all their own way. The following boys represented the School at this fixture : Todd, Kinloch, Meinzer, McLuckie, Needham, Zeeman, Crankshaw, Thompson, Blackburn, Warmback, Cleator. On Friday, November 5th, a team of 10 boys represented the School at the Annual Durban and District Schools' Swimming Association Gala held at the Beach Baths, Durban. Congratulations to the following boys who excelled themselves :— 50 yds. Free Style—14 to 16 First—Needham. Time: 27.8 sees. Fancy Diving: Second—Crankshaw.

341 The Under 15 Relay Team are worthy of special mention. By breaking the record in the time of I min. 57.2 sees, (thereby clipping 2.8 sees, off the existing record) they became the proud winners of the A. H. Smith Trophy for this event. The Open Relay team were placed third in their event. The following boys comprised the Kearsney team at this Gala: Todd, Meinzer, Needham, Zeeman, Rodda, McCarthy, Brass, Crankshaw, Speed, Blackburn. The Fifth Annual Gala (pronounced Goy-la.—L.C.T.). The third of November dawned a cold, rainy day and after frantic approaches to the Meteorological Offices on the morning of our pre-arranged Gala day, we were finally convinced that our Gala would have to be postponed. A week later, however, the weather made up for this lack of consideration. Tuesday the ninth was an ideal day, and in spite of short notice, quite a number of parents and visitors spent a most enjoyable afternoon at our Fifth Annual Gala. Competition was keen throughout and the standard high, this fact being reflected in the seven records which were broken. For the fifth year in succession, Gillingham won the Forsyth Inter- House Trophy, the final result being Finningley 34l|- points : Gillingham 378^ points. The following are the detailed results: 50 yds. Free Style (Open): (Record: E. J. von Gorkom, 1947, 26.8 sec.) fst—^Todd 2nd—Biackburn 3rd—Meinzer Time: 28.5 sec. 50 yds. Free Style (under I6i): (Record: M. A. Biackburn, 1947, 29.2 sec.) 1st—Crankshaw 2nd—Hulett 3rd—Zeeman Time: 28.3 sec. (Record) 50 yds. Free Style (under IS): (Record: R. A. O. Johnson, 1947, 27.4 sec.) ist—Needham 2nd—Brass 3rd—McCarthy Time: 28.7 sec. (Record) One Length Free Style (under 14): (Record; E. J. Needham, i947, 17.8 sec.) Ist—Southwood, W. 2nd—Alder 3rd—MacGregor Time: 21 sec. One Length Free Style (under 13); (Record: E. J. Needham, 1946, 19.8 sec.) 1st—Hewitt 2nd—Metcaif 3rd—Lowes Time: 22 sec. Diving (under 15): Ist—Brass 2nd—Cieator 3rd—Needham. One Length Breast Stroke (under 14); (Record: E. J. Needham, 1947, 22.8 sec.) Ist—MacGregor 2nd—Rishworth 3rd—Jones, T. Time: 27.4 sec. 100 yds. Free Style (Open): (Record: E. J. von Gorkom, 1947, 63 sec.) Ist—Todd 2nd—Biackburn 3rd—Meinzer Time: 67.1 sec. 100 yds. Free Style (under 16-^): (Record: P. R. Young, 1946, 70.2 sec.) Ist—Zeeman 2nd—Crankshaw 3rd—Kinioch Time: 66.5 sec. (Record)

342 50 yds. Breast Stroke (under IS): (Record: M. Rodda, 1947, 36.8 sec.) 1st—Needham 2nd—Brass 3rd—Hirst Time: 36.6 sec. (Record) 50 yds. Free Style (under 14): (Record: E. J. Needham, 1947, 28.8 sec.) 1st—MacGregor 2nd—Southwood 3rd—Alder Time: 34 sec. 50 yds. Free Style (under 13): (Record: E. J. Needham, 1946, 31.8 sec.) 1st—Metcalf, T. 2nd—Lowes 3rd—Hall, D. Time: 34.6 sec. 50 yds. Breast Stroke (Open): (Record: C. E. Pope, 1946, 34.4 sec.) 1st—Blackburn 2nd—Todd 3rd—Frolich Time: 35.6 sec. SO yds. Breast Stroke (under I6i): (Record: E. J. Sandeman, 1944, 36.8 sec.) 1st—Rodda 2nd—Zeeman 3rd—Russell-Boulton Time: 37.5 sec. Crankshaw ICQ yds. Free Style (under IS): (Record: E. J. von Gorkom, 1944, 71.8 sec.) 1st—Needham 2nd—Brass 3rd—Ireland Time: 66 sec. (Record) Diving (under 13): ist—^Tarr 2nd—Leask, S. 3rd—Hewitt Mannion Diving (under 14): Ist—Rishworth 2nd—Rowe 3rd—Winder 50 yds. Back Stroke (Open): (Record: E. J. von Gorkom, 1947, 32.8 sec.) Ist—Meinzer 2nd—Blackburn 3rd—Todd Time: 38 sec. 50 yds. Back Stroke (under 16^): (Record: R. A. Taylor, 1946, 38.5 sec.) Ist—Zeeman 2nd—Crankshaw 3rd—Rodda Time: 36.8 sec. (Record) Diving (under I6i): Ist—Crankshaw 2nd—Rodda 3rd—Kinloch Diving (Open): Ist—Meinzer 2nd—Todd 3rd—Speed Fellows-Smith House Relay Race (under 13): (Record: Finningley, 1946, 88.8 sec.) Ist—Finningley Time: 93.6 sec. House Relay Race (under 14): (Record: Gillingham, 1946, 82 sec.) Ist—Gillingham Time: 90 sec. House Relay Race (under IS): (Record: Gillingham, 1947, 78 sec.) Ist—Finningley Time: 75 sec. (Record) House Relay Race (under 16^): (Record: Gillingham, 1946, 76.2 sec.) Ist—Gillingham Time: 78.5 sec.

343 House Relay Race (Open): (Record: Giriinjham, 1947, 74 sec.) 1st—Gillingham Time: 76 sec. One Length Non-Finalists (under 13 and 14): 1st—Newlands, J. 2nd—Leisegang 3rd—McKenzie Time: 25.6 sec. Plunge (Open): 1st—Todd 2nd—Mundell 3rd—Jackson Distance: 50 ft. 6 Ins. (Record) Plunge (under 16^): 1st—Hansen 2nd—Johnson, J. W. 3rd—Leslie Distance: 46 ft. 6 ins. (Record) The school was grateful to Mrs. Kitchin for presenting the trophies. Being a parent of a past and a present scholar, Mrs. Kitchin has alwa)^s shown a sustained interest in the extra-mural activities of the School. Two new trophies were presented this year and we wish to extend our grateful thanks to Mr. Grinaker for a splendid cup, which he chose to call the Matterson Trophy, and to Mr. von Gorkom, an Old Boy and last year's swimming captain, for his very generous donation of a floating trophy. Congratulations to the following on winning the trophies in their respective age groups : Open: D. E. Todd Robertson Trophy Under 16^ : B. Zeeman Spradbrow Trophy Under 15: E. J. Needham Matterson Trophy Under 14: I. D. MacGregor von Gorkom Trophy Polo Under improved coaching conditions, the standard of Polo has greatly improved. The increased number of fixtures has stimulated interest and there are some promising players in the middle school. Results: October 25th. N.U.C. 2, Kearsney 0. November 8th. First Team: Hilton 2, Kearsney 0. Second team: Hilton 2, Kearsney 0. November 9th. Inter-House match. Gillingham 2, Finningley 2.

P.T. AND BOXING

We had a good year, with a pleasant variety of games and free standing work. Soft-ball seems well-established by now, and the standard of play is quite good. Free-standing work is not always appreciated. It does appear dull, but it must be understood that these exercises have been compiled scientifically over the last three centuries by eminent

344 doctor-physical educationists, in order to counteract the bad influences of modern life on the body. From a physical point of view, mere games are not corrective when it comes to straightening cut round-backs, weak muscle-groups, flat feet and many more physical aiiments. In the group exercises a well-trained instructor appiies the type of exercises which wili eliminate these defects to a great extent, whilst it can yet be done! Once you have grown to manhood nothing can be done any more. And if you are inclined to groan a bit when we do the tables, keep thinking that laziness and obstinacy do not build you a healthy physique, and that you may regret your action once you have passed into manhood. Our boxing department has been ailing a bit. Lack of equipment hinders our deveiopment, yet that is no excuse to stay away and leave your instructor to hoid the bag. Ail the stalwarts, who keep coming reguiariy, have improved very much indeed. We may say that we have some fine boxers already, and it is time to try them out. But three or four in a schooi are not enough. We should have at least 20 moderate to good boxers. Hansen and Needham deserve laurels for their wholehearted support and fine standard of achievement. Let us go to it with determination next year. l.v.d.B.

ITEMS

ROGUES' GALLERY The Editor found the following upon the school notice board, and took the liberty of removing It. It bears reference to the forthcoming School vs. Staff cricket match. S. G. Osier (capt.). This former Oxford Blue has offered his professional services and will undoubtedly skipper the side. A forcing batsman, It looks especially as If we are going to have a job to get him out, especially. G. M. O ram. " It Is an ancient cricketer, He stoppeth one In three." Regular practice with the duster makes him the finest cover-point since Jack Hobbs. J. F. Reece. After good practice on the Second Form Latlnltes, much will be expected from this scintillating batsman. We hear that next year he Is returning to England to play for his County (Dartmoor). J. H. Hopkins. Quote (Bedser):" He can move the ball both ways, and makes the batsmen play him. Has Immense stamina and heart." His batting prowess is of an unknown quantity. G. B. Nel. The man from Mllner House. Relies on his formulas to put him through. His "underground " shots are delightful. L. C. Tedder. Will go" gala " on his way. Square cuts and the difference of two squares are one and the same thing to him. V. L. Clegg. We are all hoping that he will keep his mind on cricket and not on crickets.

345 R. W. Brown. "At a time when there are few genuine characters in the fame he transmits his sense of fun and enjoyment to the spectators." J. Storm and G. Burger. This gruesome twosome should provide many surprises. Their juk-skel training shouid stand them In good stead. I. van den Berg. A softbali-smiting Scotsman imported direct from Holland. Has not yet been seen bowling, but It Is known that he has great persuasive powers in asking the batsman to leave the field. R. Coiley. We sincerely hope that his strokes are not as faultless as his handiwork. it is with great regret that we announce that Denis Compton Timn» will not be available. Match Result: Staff 172 (Reece 86, Hopkins 33). School 123 (McLuckie 50, Reece 4 for 30).

DOES PROFESSIONALISM RUIN SPORTI (Being a transcription of a debate speech by A.L.M.) Let us consider for a moment this vexed question of the professional sports man. i say "vexed," but really there is nothing " vexed " about it. Only certain narrow-minded individuals sneer at professionalism, and think the pro fessional a long-lost brother of the vagabond and guttersnipe. Well, i am here to explode that idea, and ask you to give the poor pro. a chance. it is a primary essential that everybody must have work, but when you think of the miilions in the world, you wonder just how this can be effected. Then what is there to be said against a career in sport, to carry part of this over load ? It is a clean open-air life, healthy, with none of the sordidness to be found in crooked business circles, if at school you are able to send a leather sphere skimming to the boundary, with obvious ease and enjoyment, but are not so easily able to score off the complications of Pythagoras, the intricacies of Ovid, or the occasional googly that Virgil slips in, why then should you not make your living cut of that which you enjoy most, namely, sport ? Much is said and written about Sportsmanship, and It might be assumed from all this " blarney" that accepting money in payment for his skill ruins the sportsmanship of the individual concerned, and that he becomes more interested in his finances than in his sport. But what of other professionals ? Is a good doctor any the less interested in his patients because he receives money for his services ? Does a minister put his duty to his church second to the size of his cheque ? And I am sure that if you asked our Vice-President he would tell you that his joy in receiving his princely cheque comes second only to his delight in teaching Latin students. Why, then, should the sporting pro. be criticised and maligned for doing no less than any dentist, doctor, or dishwasher! A professional's life is wrapped up in his sport, and he becomes so adept at his own special branch that thousands of people are thrilled by a skill which no amateur could attain. If picked for overseas tturs, the pro. need have no qualms about having to leave his career or business, as is the case with the amateur. To become proficient at his task, the pro. has expended so much time, labour and concentration, that he deserves to be rewarded ; so why begrudge him his pay and hurl imprecations at his head ? As for sportsmanship, fouls are just as likely to be perpetrated among the ranks of the amateurs, if the referee or umpire isn't looking. One last word. All things need a stimulant to keep them at a high level. The pro.'s livelihood is based upon his skill. He therefore cannot regard his sport in a lackadaisical manner. He has to keep at concert pitch, or his services will no longer be required. This is in the finest interests of the game.

346 BELLS! Bells have been used all through the centuries. Lepers, shepherds and slave-ship quartermasters were all equipped with them for their respective purposes. To-day, bells are usually found in schools. No wonder, as lepers, shepherds and slave-ship quartermasters inhabit them too. In those far-off days the owners of bells possessed fierce courage and savage cruelty, and those two qualities, especially the latter, are found In the owners of present-day bells. But to come to a softer theme. Many bells are found in churches. Those of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris and the great bell of Seville Cathedral in Spain are well-known. There are yet more bells : door bells, alarum bells, telephone bells, tram-car bells, diving bells (with apologies to Professor Piccard) and, last but certainly not least. . . . bathing-beauty belles. These last are veritable assets to the community, whereas the others are common or garden liabilities. Although these belles are not in the least noisy, they can also act as sirens. Bells govern our lives from birth right through until the last stage of the seven ages of man Is completed. Come, Brethren, let us make an end of bells, these parasitic brain-destroying metal monsters I Let us smash and annihilate this sturdy race of governors who have insinuated themselves with artful cunning into our existence I They have deceived us. They are not essential to our existence, but we are to theirs. We who consider ourselves the masters of this world are ourselves ruled by bells. The alarm-clock bell summons us to toil ; the school rising-bell orders us to cease slumbering ; the factory bell beckons us with an ironical clang. It is thus that our downfall will be brought about. We who made the bell are now being bullied by the work of our creation. There is no doubt about the danger that we are getting into. Regard a bell : look at its sinister, hooded head, bald and evil, suspended high above us. Note its toothless gaping mouth, opened in silent mocking laughter at us poor humans which it controls. See its idle, swinging tonsil ... ah I that is the heart of the bell, that is the brain of the bell, that is the being on whom the bell's existence depends I Wrench out the bell's tonsil, and do not worry about surgery I Then we shall have it conquered, its great useless voice-box will be forever silent, sans tongue, sans throat, sans everything I It is only thus that we shall conquer the Evil One. Lo I Let there be fewer bells and more sirens! D.J.L. (Va).

PREPARATIONS FOR THE PICNIC

Mr. Archibald Whathah was a successful businessman : rather too successful, in fact, hence the prominent paunch which accompanied him on his rounds, to the Club, for instance, where he was inclined to sigh for the old days when he was young and dashing and had graced the floor of many exclusive ballrooms with his beautiful wife-to-be. Miss Marigold Spinnet. On the particular morning on which my story begins, a bright summer's day during the Bank Holiday, two important things happened simultaneously ; the sun rose, and so did Mr. Whathah. There is nothing remarkable about the former, but the latter is very strange : indeed, it is little short of a miracle. But, as it happens, Mr. Whathah had planned to start off on a picnic in one of the picturesque valleys along the shore-line of the Kentish Coast, about 12 miles distant. A three hour journey by the motor car of the day I "A gig would be quicker," admitted Mr. Whathah, " but one must live up to the times, what hah I" Just before breakfast at seven Mr. Whathah started to pack, meaning to set forth on his venture at eight. Alas for the feeble mind of man : little did Mr. Whathah know the troubles that lay ahead.

347 The first trouble was the appearance of Mr. F. A. Taieeloee, the rag and bone man, who dropped in to pass the time o' day with Marlta, the cook, thus leaving Mr. Whathah to pack alone. Then enter Mr. Comin Crosspatch, whom Mr. Whathah endured for his abundant wealth, and not for the richness of his breeding. " Hullo, Commie," greeted Mr. Whathah, "jolly old gout better and all that? Fine weather, too, what?" Commie made no inteiligible reply, and Mr. Whathah continued to pack. He found that he had forgotten to shave, and had packed the razor and brush. Out came everything from the bag, and an exhaustive search followed, but the shaving Implements obstinately refused to appear. At the end of half an hour his wife came from the bathroom and said," Are these things yours, dear ?" Things went from bad to worse. Mr. Crosspatch, short-sighted and deaf, trod on a bar of soap and skidded from the bathroom into the adjoining room, where Mr. W. was industriously packing the cooking utensils and food. With acceleration and accuracy Mr. Crosspatch thudded into a huge stack of kettles, pans, and the like, scattering them in all directions. A kettle effectively put the primus stove out of action, another landed on the eggs, with disastrous results to Mr. Whathah. A heavy saucepan, hurtling through the air at terrific speed precipitated a basket of tomatoes from the sheif on to Mrs. Whathah's head, knocking her lorgnettes off and leaving her in a hysterical state. Another, flying through the air with the greatest of ease, neatly smote Mr. Crosspatch on the ear, thence falling on to his gouty foot. Whereupon he decamped, muttering choice remarks against the household in general. In the ensuing bustle, Joe, the dog, beat a speedy retreat through the door, accompanied by the meat ration. The bags were finally packed by 2 p.m., without Mr. W. realising that he had not included the food. To end a glorious day, James Jameson, the chauffeur, was found to be slightly intoxicated, and not in a fit state to drive the car. Mr. Whathah did not have his picnic. (Class essay by P.R., Form II).

KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS' CLUB

Births J. L. Barratt (25-32), son. B. Balcomb (26-32), daughter. W. Balcomb (25-32), daughter. D. Clark (21-27), daughter. P. H. Hind (25-30), son. D. Nightingale (24-32), son. A. Stockil (32-36), daughter. W. S. Michel! (25-31), son. Marriages A. H. Doidge (40-41), J. C. Beningfield (40-41), A. P. Lowe (32-28), N. Reeves (31-35), D. Blake (36-42). Engagements A. O. R. Askew (34-36), G. D. H. Hill (40-45), L. SchefFer (39-40), W. H. John (41-42).

348 Annual General Meeting Held at Whytock Buildings, on 25th October, 1948, ot 7.45 p.m. Present: The President In the Chair and 34 members. Apologies: Apologies were received from Messrs. R. H. Matterson, P. Milner, A. T. Winship, D. Hudson and P. Hind. Alinutes: The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Secretary's Report: The Secretary's report was read and adopted. Treasurer's Report: The Treasurer presented an interim report on the finances of the Club as at 30th June, 1948. This report was adopted. Mr. Polkinghorne, seconded by Mr. J. Hulett, proposed that the Executive Committee should examine the accounts as at the 31st December, 1948, i.e. at the end of the financial year. Carried. Election of Officers: The following officers were elected for the ensuing year. President: Mr. D. Sparks. Vice-President: Mr. J. Hulett. Hon. Secretary: Mr. J. Hopkins. Hon. Treasurer: Mr. W. Robinson. Executive Committee: Messrs. C. Hopkins, L. France, M. Foss, I. Ives, and M. Poole. Representative on Board of Governors: Mr. J. Hulett. Magazine Editor: Mr. J. Reece. Pavilion: Mr. Medworth proposed a vote of sincere appreciation to Mr. Polkinghorne for his magnificent gesture in promising £ for £ for the takings on the day of the Fete, a sum in excess of £1,400, when we are in a position to commence building operations. The entire meeting concurred. Mr. Poole stated that we were not likely to be granted a permit in the near future, but suggested that we should nevertheless make application and see what transpired. The Chairman, seconded by the Head, proposed that we should apply for a permit. Carried. Mr. Medworth suggested that it might be possible to interest the Department of Physical Education if we incorporated a gym nasium. It was left to the Executive to investigate the possibilities of this suggestion. Investment of Funds: The Treasurer reported that there was now a sum of £2,147 invested in the Building Society savings account at 2 per cent. He proposed, seconded by Mr. J. Hulett, that a sum of £2,000 be invested in fixed deposit at 3^ per cent. Carried.

349 Auditors: Mr. C. Hopkins suggested that the time had come when the Club should appoint a firm of professional auditors. He offered to meet the expense Incurred. . . k.. Mr. J. Hulett, seconded by Mr. C. Hopkins, proposed that Messrs. Roberts; Haley and Murray be appointed the official Club auditors. Durban Branch: A Durban, Branch was inaugurated with the follow ing office-bearers : Chairman: Mr. C. Medworth. ''Ron. Secretary: Mr. I. Ives. ' Committee; Messrs. E. Hughes, D. Nathan, R. Friday, and J. Howarth. Founder's Day: It was decided that the celebration of the 21st Anniversary of the foundation of the Club should be combined with the Founder's Day celebrations in 1949. /General: Mr. Medworth proposed that Old Boys should be en couraged to take out small life or endowment policies made over to the College. In supporting this proposal the Head said that he felt that young Old Boys should not be approached yet, as It might Impose too great a burden on them. Mr. Oram, seconded by Mr. J. Hulett, proposed that the Executive should Investigate the possibilities of instituting such a scheme. Carried. Maritzburg Branch: Mr. Forsyth reported that the Maritzburg Branch was defunct and expressed the opinion that until the number of potential members Increased It was not worth while continuing with the branch. , r u i Mr. Medworth, seconded by the Head, proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring President, Mr. D. Sparks and the Executive Com mittee, for their work during the past year. Carried. The Meeting closed at 9.20 p.m.

Transvaal Branch 1948 has been a most successful year for the Branch, and though not strong numerically, it Is gaining a reputation for happy comrade ship and for "getting things done." The usual informal meetings have been held at Walberton, and the Branch much appreciates Sister Attlee s continued practical interest in our activities. At the Annual General Meeting, It was decided to elect some of the very "new " Old Boys, mainly so that they could do the donkey work ! The new committee comprises : A. B. Theunlssen (Chairman), G. R. Niven (Secretary), and H. Cowen, J. Charter, A. Doidge, and J. L. Good. . . n i- The Branch raised over £250 In Johannesburg towards the Pavilion Fund Fete held In June. The assistance of the parents of two present boys was most appreciated, and without their practical help we would not have done nearly so well. About half a dozen members

350 were able to make the trip to College to attend the Fete, indudlng Alec Coutts, the retiring Chairman, who had the honour of hariding over our cheque to the Administrator of Natal. In October the Branch followed the Durban idea of monthly 5 to 7 o'clock" get togethers." These proved an immediate success and will now be a regular feature. Another innovation was the printing of distinctive stationery, complete with College crest. The Branch is most grateful to Graham Hulett for his initiative and help in this matter. Last March a very happy tennis afternoon was held in conjunction with the Johannesburg Branch of the Epworth Past Girls' Union. Tiny Doidge organised a rugger match at the Wanderers between a combined Kearsney and Kingswood side and a Michaelhouse side. Although the rugger was not of a very high order, it was an enjoyable afternoon, especially for the spectators. Those who came to scoff remained to—tea. (Sorry !) The usual "Start off the Christmas Season with a bang" Dance was held at the Moon Hotel on December 4th, and was as much enjoyed as it was well attended. Two marriages took place that day: those of Tiny Doidge and Donald Blake. Hearty congratulations ! The Branch congratulates its Chairman on having been asked to stand as a candidate in the March 1949 Provincial Council Elections, and regrets he was unable to accept nomination. We understand that he enjoyed himself at the U.P. National Congress in Bloemfontein in November, and got a good " Press." All Transvaal Old Boys wish Mr. and Mrs. Reece and family " Bon Voyage," and hope the Branch H.Q. will be on the distribution list of a monthly contact letter from them I G.R.N.

Zulufand Branch This Branch held its Annual General Meeting at the Provincial Hotel in Eshowe on Friday, 23rd July. Eleven Old Boys gathered there to meet Dave Sparks and Mr. Osier, who had kindly come up for the occasion. A good dinner was served and well enjoyed. Bobbie Foss, acting as Chairman, toasted " The King " and "The School," making a very fine speech, considering that he had had no time to prepare it. He apologised that Denzil Clark, our Chair man, was unable to be present owing to illness in the home. Mr. Osier then replied for the School, and in turn toasted "The Old Boys," to which Ledley Hume replied. At the business meeting afterwards, D. Clark was re-elected President, D. Raw Hon. Sec., and L. Hume, R. Foss, T. Jacobs, and C. von Keyserlingk to the Committee. After the Secretary had read correspondence, most of which thanked the Branch for its fine effort in raising nearly £100 towards the Fete Funds, Mr. Osier addressed the meeting and gave an interesting account of the School's activities during the past year.

351 Dave Sparks then gave us the latest Old Boys news from Durban. He also went on to explain what plans had been made for the building of the Memorial Pavilion. Von Keyserlingk congratulated Sparks and his wife, the Staff and the School on the very efficient way the Fete was organised, and expressed the opinion of all present when he said that the building of the Pavilion was in capable hands. Ledley Hume closed the meeting with a vote of thanks to Mr. Osier and Sparks for making such a long trip. He hoped that the success of the meeting proved to them that it had been worth while. J.D.R.

Durban Branch Having completed a year's probation, the Durban Branch was given its full status at the last Annual General Meeting. While nothing very ambitious was undertaken during our year of trial, our meetings held about every six weeks at the Royal Hotel were enjoyed by all who came. The average attendance has been about 35 to 40 fellows, and while this seems encouraging, we would like to see more of the older Old Boys at our socials. We propose to continue with our means of maintaining social contact, and hope that all Old Boys in the area will interest them selves in our activities. I.I.I.

Old Boys' News

Dr. J. C. Adendorff (32-33) writes to say that his practice in Middelburg keeps him very busy. D. W. Barker (40-46) is with the Southern Life, Durban, and studies at N.U.C. part-time. G. Baicomb (30-40) is now farming on a large scale at Mtunzini. He is captain of the Inyoni C.C. D. Clark (21-27), who was one of the School's foundation members, has perfected a mechanical contrivance to cut, load and transport sugar cane, so effecting a great saving of labour. Farmers from far and wide have examined his crane-cum-tractor, and are much impressed with it. J. Clarkson (40-43) has completed his teacher's training course at Rhodes, and has accepted a post on the staff of our sister school, Kingswood, as from the beginning of 1949. J. H. Coombe (41-47) had his first trial at the Eistedfodd, before a very large crowd of people, and in spite of the fact that he had had only a few months of proper training, obtained hi out of 100 in each of his tests. We deeply sympathise with him on the tragic loss of his father. R. H. Dale (40-45) is serving his apprenticeship with Butterworth Products, and is attending Tech. with a view to obtaining his Government Certificate of Competency. He is playing rugger for Berea Rovers. H. J. C. Ellwood (40), T. D. Pennefather (39-43) and C. Lentin (45-47) are all with Messrs. R. Scott and Co., Durban.

352 A. M. Foss (27-33) has been transferred from Eshowe to Durban, with the S.A. Mutual, but still makes periodic trips up the coast. p. J. Gilliat (31-35) has been increasing his experience as a printer by working in Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, and now KImberley, where he has met G. Griffin (23-27). He will resume work In Durban in February. He had a narrow escape from possible death in Kimberley, when an ingot exploded im mediately in front of him, but inflicted little injury. After a week in bandages he was able to resume work. G. D. H. Hill (40-45) still has his fingers in most pies at Newcastle, and has become even more welded to the place by becoming engaged there, to one of the boss's daughters. At his engagement party he explains that 150 of the guests congratulated him, and the other 50 commiserated with his fiancee. He sings with the Church Choir and the Dramatic Society Choir. H. Hackiand (30-33) is Secretary of the Ixopo Agricultural Society. J. Grant (40-45) is apprentice electrician with Electra Ltd., Pretoria. A. R. Jones (41-45) was a delegate to the Junior United Party Conference, held in Durban in August. He motored from Jo'burg during the night, and called at the School en route back. I. 1. ives (40-44) has been appointed Secretary to the newly formed Durban Branch of the K.C.O.B.C. His address is : c/o Shell Co. of S.A. Ltd., Esplanade, Durban. W. H. John (41-42) writes that his work with a firm of importers in Jo'burg keeps him very busy. He is also studying for the Incorporated Institute of Secretaries exam. He Is Assistant Superintendent of the Clifton Methodist Church Sunday School, Braamfontein, and enjoys this work immensely. M. Lawson (42-44), who was stricken with infantile paralysis last year, has now sufficiently recovered to be able to walk about a little, with the aid of a stick. It was a pleasure to find him well enough to be able to call at the school for a short while last term. Rev. W.S. Michell (25-31) writes of his work at Heilbron, where he enjoys the Free State climate. Predecessors at his church include Rev. R. Matterson, fether of our ex-Head. Michell hopes to be ordained at Grahamstown next October. ^ B. Neal (42-43) is with Martin Gibbs, Pretoria. As a hobby he is breeding K. Oliver (44-46), who is at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, does not let the grass grow under his feet. He managed to see part of the Olympic Games at Wembley, and some of the yachting at Torquay ; he has also been for a lone hike through the Lake District, and hopes to go ski-ing on the continent during this winter. He. hopes to obtain a commission next July. E. N. Peppier (27-31) is Assistant Manager of the S.A. Liberal, In Plumstead. Church work occupies much of his time, especially among young people. He is Secretary of the Quarterly Meeting. J. Redgment (39-45) has made application to the High Commissioner's Office to join the British Colonial Service. If selected, he hopes to go to an overseas university, and would prefer then to be posted to the High Commissioner's Territories in S.A. I. Bruton-Simmonds (43-44), back again after his years with the British Army, in Britain and India, finds Civvy Street a little difficult. He hopes to go into business, but is first thinking of working for his B.A. Cadet A. E. Squibb (43-46) is at the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, and has his home in Bath. He competed for a Naval Cadetship (Electrical) and came second out of several hundred candidates. The next ftve years will be occupied by two years practical training on board ship, and three years at Cambridge, taking an Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering. He will then be a fully fledged Lieutenant—and will deserve it ! H. L. Scheffer (39-40) is Town Clerk of Richmond, Natal.

353 B. SchefTer (36-39) is studying for his C.I.S., at the Tech., Durban. J. T. Preece (43-44) Is a travelling salesman In electrical goods, Pretoria. B. Theunissen (38-42) has abandoned brlck-iaylng, and Is a representative . for Critall Windows, Durban. s J A. B. Theunissen (29-31) is going political. He represented his Branch, *of which he Is Secretary, at the Transvaal U.P. Congress, and represented his constituency (Edenvale) at the Union Congress in Bloemfonteln. One of 1 his speeches made a headline In the Rand Daily Mail ! ^ Rev. J. L. B. Taylor (42-43) Is ministering in Port Elizabeth, and enjoying the experience. He is In charge of the church at Newton Park, with congregations averaging about 80. Meanwhile he continues with his theological studies. A. C. Taylor (44-47) writes voluminously from America, where he is one of 900 freshmen at the University of Vermont, a co-educationai establishment. He speaks learnedly of Fraternities and the like. He spent the summer at Ei Paso, Texas, working at a "gas" station for 30s. a day. Has also been to Canada several times, and had a holiday up in the Muskoka Lake District. His studies have Medicine in view. B. J. Woods (40-43) gets much enjoyment from his teaching at Wartberg He confesses to being more scared of exams, now that he teaches for them than he was when studying for them. He has started a Student Christians' Association at the school, and has high hopes that it will flourish next year. Lieut. C. C. von Keyserlingk (27-30) has been transferred to the police at Eshowe, his home town. A. H. Yuille (43-47), who is with Barclays Bank, Durban, is training with the South African Naval Reserves, part-time. T. Wyatt-Minter (41-42), who was bandmaster to the N.M.R. and ran a wartime troupe, " Minter's Merry Men," continues the band-training he so efficiently started at Kearsney, and piloted the Gienwood Cadet Band to victory In the inter-school competition. He is now an Insurance, House, Land, and General Agent in Durban. J. D. Raw (28-37) continues as the active Secretary of the Zuiuland Branch of the K.C.O.B.C. We are indebted to him for much of the Zuiuland news. The following Old Boys played cricket in the Country Districts cricket week : T. and W. Jacobs, R. Foss, V. Davy (Zuiuland) ; G. Jacobs (N. Districts) ; A. King (Griqualand). We congratulate G. Jacobs on one brilliant century and on his selection to play for Country Districts against M.C.C. at Ladysmith. B. Shagam (43-43) is playing regularly for Tech., and is scoring consistently. P. E. Ellis (45), though living in Vereeniging, frequently gets over to Branch meetings in Jo'burg. He recently wrote his Chartered Accountants Inter mediate B exam.

EDITORIAL NOTICES The "Kearsney College Chronicle" is published in January and July, and costs 2s. 6d. per copy. We acknowledge with thanks the receipt of magazines from a large number of schools In South Africa and England.

OLD BOYS' CLUB Life Subscription: £5 5s. Od. Annual Subscription : lOs. Od.

354 KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS' CLUB BALANCE SHEET AT 31st DECEMBER 1948

£ d. £ s. d. ENDOWMENT AND PAVILION FUND I 0 CASH— PROVISION FOR MAGAZINE 25 0 On Hand 3 3 ACCUMULATED FUNDS— In Savings Account 261 6 7 Balance at 31st December, 1947 813 9 2 261 9 10 Subscriptions 1942 to I94S paid over by the College 16 7 6 INVESTMENTS IN BUILDING SOCIETY— Excess Income 182 16 1 1 Fixed Deposits and Shares 777 2 9 1,012 13 7

£1,038 13 7 £1,038 13 7

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT For the Year ended 31st December 1948

£ s. d. £ s. d. Contribution to Magazine SO 0 0 Subscriptions- Postage and Stationery 8 19 3 Life 200 II 0 Exchange on Cheques 9 I Annual 9 17 6 Board Room Rent ... 10 0 210 8 6 Branch Float—Durban 5 0 0 Interest 37 6 9 Excess Income 182 16 M

£247 15 3 £247 15 3 W. L. B. ROBINSON, Hon. Treasurer. We have examined the books, vouchers and securities of the Kearsney College Old Boys' Club and certify that to the best of our knowledge and on information supplied to us, the above Accounts and Balance Sheet are a true reflection of the affairs of the Club. ROBERTS, HALEY AND MURRAY L. J. RYCROFT. Partner Auditors, KEARSNEY COLLEGE OLD BOYS* ENDOWMENT and PAVILION FUND BALANCE SHEET At 31st December 1948

£ s. d. £ s. d. £ s. d. £ s. d. ENDOWMENT FUND— CASH— Balance at 31 St December, 1947 235 8 9 On Hand 2 2 3 Interest 13 I I Savings Accounts 398 6 7 248 9 10 400 8 10 PAVILION FUND— OLD BOYS' CLUB I 0 0 Balance at 31st December, 1947 465 4 2 Proceeds of Fete, Donations, INVESTMENTS IN BUILDING SOCIETY— etc 2,066 16 9 Fixed Deposit and Shares 2,394 13 9 0\ Interest 15 II 10 2,547 12 9

£2,796 2 7 £2,796 2 7 W. L. ROBINSON, Hon. Treasurer We have examined the books, vouchers and securities of the Kearsney College Old Boys' Endowment and Pavilion Funds and certify that to the best of our knowledge and on information supplied to us, the above Balance Sheet is a true reflection of the state of the Funds. Durban. ROBERTS, HALEY AND KURRAY. 31st December, 1948. J. RYCROFT. Partner Auditors. I',

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