THE PEGASUS.

THE JOURNAL OF THE GEELONG COLLEGE.

VOL. VIII. MAY, 1916. No. 1.

Contents Page SCHOOL OFFICERS 2 SCHOOL ITEMS 3-6 SALVETE ET VALETE - 7 EXAMINATION RESULTS 8 CRICKET 8-15 CADET NOTES 16-17 COLLEGE SWIMMING SPORTS 17-18 ROWING 18-22 CHRISTENING OF THE " W. R. BAYLY" 24 SPORTS'FIXTURES, 1916 25 OLD GEELONG COLLEGIANS' ASSOCIATION 26 OLD BOYS' COLUMN 27-34 OLD BOYS' DAY 34-40 UNIVERSITY NOTES 40-41

ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTIONS : With the Light Horse at Portsea 42-43 A Visit toH.M.A.T.B.D. ' Huon ' 44-45 Random Notes - 45-46 Hymn to Nature 46 EXCHANGES 47 THE PEGASUS.

School Officers, 1st Term, 1916

Senior Prefect:—T. B. Hawkes.

Prefects:— H. I. Gibb, W. E. Macmillan, L. E. Reid, C. R. Clutterbuck, C. G. Carr.

Cricket Captain :—J. B. Hawkes. Vice-Captain : — R. N. Campbell.

Cricket Committee: —Mr. J. Cameron, J. B. Hawkes. T. B. Hawkes, R. N. Campbell, L. E. Reid, I. A. Campbell.

Captain of the Boats:—T. B. Hawkes. Vice Captain : —L. E. Reid.

Rowing Committee: —Mr. A. E. B. Hathaway, T. B. Hawkes, L. E. Reid, E. A. J. Stoker.

Swimming Committee :—Mr. A. E. B. Hathaway, C. G. Carr, C. E. Backwell, T. B. Hawkes.

Tennis Committee: —Mr. W. G. S. Johns, T. B. Hawkes, C. G. Carr, J. B. Hawkes.

" The Pegasus " ;—Mr. A. H. Harry, I C. M. Peebles, L. M. Clark. .

Librarians: -Mr A. H. Harry, H. I. Gibb, F. M. Burnet, I. C M Peebles.

Cadet Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers:

Lieutenant:—C. MacGregor.

Company Sergt.-Major :—C. J. Ireland.

Sergeants:— T. B. Hawkes, C. E. Backwell, HI. Gibb, R. N. Campbell, R. R. Taylor.

Corporals:—L.C. Cruickshank, A. E. Purnell, I. C, M. Peebles, W. E. Macmillan, J. E. H. Fairchild, W. R. Macpherson, N. C. Taylor.

Lance-Corporals :—W. C. Peter, L. M. Clark, ]. A. F. Wilson.

Citizen Force Detachment (M.U.R) :—Corporal A. R. McLennan, Corporal C. R. Clutterbuck (Acting Quartermaster-Sergt.) MAY, 1916. 3

School Items.

THE Second Term begins on Tuesday, May 30th. On March 8th the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church (Rev. W. H. Cooper, M.A., B.D.) was present at roll-call in the Memorial Hall. He was accompanied by Mr. Charles Shannon (Chairman of the Council), Rev. J. A Forrest, Rev. C. Neville, and Rev. J. Flynn. After a Scripture reading and prayer by Mr. Forrest, the Headmaster briefly welcomed the Moderator and introduced him to the school. The Moderator, in the course of an eloquent address to the boys, said that the Presbyterian Church had opened Colleges in various parts of the State because it recognised the value of a boy's life. He gave a graphic description of his own boyhood days among the aborigines, and humorously referred to present-day Austra­ lian boys as " a revised edition of the Australian natives" having special responsibilities. He urged them to show decision and determination and then they would gain their deserts. The Rev. J. Flynn spoke on " Dreamers," and put before the boys the claims of the ministry as a profession, asserting that to get men to "play the game" all over Aus­ tralia could best be done by ministers. J. I. Birnie has offered an annual prize to be given to the member of the cricket eleven who is adjudged the best fields­ man during the year, and who has at the same time shown keenness at the nets. This gift will be welcome, coming from our last year's popular senior prefect and cricket captain, and we thank him for it. Our thanks are due to another old boy, Archie Sinclair, who has expressed a desire to supply the Boarders' Reading- room regularly with the magazine " Life." Some of the senior boarders were granted permission to attend Mr. Ashmead-Bartlett's lecture, " With the Australians 4 THE PEGASUS. at Anzac," early in the term. They listened with great interest to the description of the early days of the Gallipoli campaign given by the famous war correspondent. A splendidly-framed photograph of the late Lieut. N. L. Campbell has been presented to the school by his father, Mr. Neil Campbell. It has been hung on the east wall of Room A., and serves as a daily inspiration to the present generation of junior Public candidates. Since the beginning of the term the boys in the Upper School have been allowed one period during the week in which they may exercise their vocal organs in singing suitable school songs or patriotic airs. At the earlier rehearsals there was merely a thin trickle of melody, but this has gradually increased in volume, and has at times even threatened to become a roaring torrent. The first public appearance of the Singing Class is awaited with interest. The Library has been subjected to its annual overhauling, and in consequence some of the older volumes that have served their day and generation have been rejected, and a number of up-to-date books have been substituted for them. A useful contribution of fourteen story-books has been re­ ceived from H. I. Gibb; another one has been given by I. A. Campbell. Those who have had the privilege at any time of walking hurriedly down the asphalt on the eastern side of the pavilion will be interested to know that the asphalt has been ruthlessly torn up and has been replaced by a small flight of steps. No longer will the engaging sight be seen of lady-visitors in high- heeled shoes or cricketers in high-sprigged boots pattering or clattering, as the case may be, down the mocking ramp, and ending with a frantic grab at the confronting uprights. The descent is now made with perhaps less dexterity but with certainly more dignity. PREFECTS, 1916. C. R. Clutterbuck. C. G. Carr. L. E. Reid. W. E. Macmillan. H. I Gibb. J. B. Hawkes (Senior Prefect). 6 THE PEGASUS.

The annual meeting of the Debating Society was very well attended, and a large number of members is assured. H. I. Gibb was elected Secretary. The first meeting will be held early next term. Anzac Day was celebrated locally early in the term. Lady helpers, who had sweets to sell, were granted the "privilege" of invading the College grounds to practise the art of coin- extracting, using the College boys as media. They were very successful in their efforts, and did a brisk trade. The boys have also continued the custom, instituted last year, of offering regular contributions from their pocket money to the local Patriotic Funds. We welcome to the College Staff Messrs. A. E. Bayless- Hathaway, W. G. S. Johns and C. MacGregor, who have filled the vacancies left last Christmas. Each of them has entered heartily both into the classroom work and into the various outside activities of the school. Rev. J. A. Forrest has gone to Seymour to act as Chaplain for three months, starting from May 1st. If he is as popular with the "boys" there as he is with the College boys, his term should be a happy one. Mr. C. A. Cameron, who has been on the Staff for the last eight years, has accepted the position of Senior Science Master at the Geelong Grammar School. Mr. Cameron has done splendid service for the College, not only in the Senior Classes, but more particularly as coach of the Football Eighteen and chairman of the Athletic Sports' Committee. Our best wishes go with him in his new sphere.

Mr. Howard Hitchcock very kindly sent us a parcel of beautifully made School Flags for use at the Public Schools' Boat Race. MAY, 1916. 7

Salvete. Valete. VI.— VI.— Sloane, A. G. Lee, A. E. Turner, F. G. Hobbs, J. R. Joynt, W. F. Webb, C. M.—Prefect, 1915; VIII., I914-'15. Upper V.— Mackay, E. E.— Prefect, 1915; VIII., I915; Steele, J. G. XL, 1913-14-15) XVIII., I913-'14-15; Lower V.— Running Team, 1914-': S. Wilson, H. Marshall, A. S. Marquardt, W. F. Foreman, L. J.—Running Team, 1915. Ford, F. W. McKenzie, S. A.—Prefect, 1915; XL, I9i4-'i5; Brushfield, W. N. XVIIL, I913-'i4-'15. Sloane, W. H. Brodie, R. C. E. Keith, B. R. Carrick, C. B.—Prefect, 1915; XL, 1915; Steele, F. P. XVIIL, I912-13-'14-15. Steele, I. V. Miller, R. W. Barber, W. L. Mitchell, R. S. M.—Prefect, 1915; VIIL, Laidlaw, R. W. I914-'15; XVIIL, 1915. D'Helin, J. R. White, P. F.—XVIIL, 1915. Riggall, E. G. M. Upper V.— Morrison, D. I. Birnie, J. I.—Head Prefect, 1915; Prefect, Hope, D. W. I912-'13-'14; XVIIL, I912-'13-'14-'15; XL, Remove.— 1912- 13-' 14-' 15 Adzen, P. McGregor, J. D. L. Barber, S. S. Roger's, E. G. G. Maddern, J. S. Freeman, J. R. Cousen, S. S. Crawley, R. L. Myers, W. McKindlay, W. D. A.—XL, 1915. Madden, R. J. Latta, D. M. Upper IV.— Osborne, J. B. Milner, R. W. Hill, J. H.—XVIIL, 1915. Harvey, T. F. Webb, E. M. C. Lower V.— Scott, N. C. Stringer, H. H. Smail, J. J. Stephens, W. A. Waugh, W. L. Carr, T. L. Pern, G. G. Hodgson, J. R.—XVIIL, 1915. Martin, G. E. Waugh, A. T. C.—Running Team, 1914-'^; Lower IV.— VIIL, 191S. Solomon, L. Ambler, T. F. Baird, A. G. Remove.— Sloane, I. F. Scott, M. E. Waugh, G. F. Baulch, H. A. Third.— Beck, R. W. S. Waugh, R. W. C Sutherland, R. L. Reilly, C. P. C. Lawson, A. C. P. Walter, L. L. Stewart, H. N. Storrer, C. G. Smail, R. J. Middle IV.— Powell, E. R. B. J. Murphy. In the Valete column of last term it should have been stated that G. G. Carr was a member of the XVIIL in 1915, in addition to being one of the Crew, 8 THE PEGASUS.

University of Melbourne Public Examinations

THE following boys passed the Junior Public Examinations, gaining in all 32 distinctions:— C. A. K. Baird J. Bell S. R. Bumpstead L. M. Clark R. L. Crawley L. C. Cruickshank J. B. Hawkes W. C. Peter E. G. G. Rogers G. E. M. Scott R. R. Taylor L. M. Clark, W. C. Peter and E. G. G. Rogers each gained five distinctions. F. M. Burnet and H. I. Gibb passed the Senior Public Examination. In the Honour Examination:— J. R. Hobbs obtained First-class Honours in Physics, and Second-class in Chemistry. A. E. Lee obtained Second-class Honours in both Physics and Chemistry. E. E. Mackay obtained Third-class Honours in Physics, and Second-class Honours in Chemistry. C. M. Webb obtained Third-class Honours in Physics and Chemistry. R. C. E. Brodie obtained Second-class Honours in Chemistry. A. E. Lee and F. M. Burnet have been awarded Govern­ ment Exhibitions, the former obtaining fourth place on the list, and the latter thirteenth. Cricket. OUR three Public School matches this term resulted in three defeats for us, owing to very feeble batting, due to want of confidence. The opposing bowling was treated with far too much respect. With more experience the team should im­ prove rapidly, as many of them are capable of making good scores. As often happens, the responsibilities of Captain prevented Jack Hawkes from doing himself justice, either with bat or ball, but he has the satisfaction of knowing that his own keenness and energy have had a very good effect on the team, especially in the way of improving the fielding. MAY, 1916. 9

The only bright bit of batting during the term was a score of 48 (run out) by Eric Philip against Melbourne Grammar School. Our bowling has been distinctly good. Until he begins to tire, L. Reid is at least as good as any bowler we have met in the Public Schools. Reid, J. Hawkes and Shar- land should develop into a very powerful combination. The fielding has been good on the whole, and has improved very much during the term. This is due to constant practice in the dinner hour under the captain's direction. Our thanks are due to Rankin for his unfailing readiness to hit catches, and assist in every way. GEELONG COLLEGE V. GEELONG GRAMMAR SCHOOL. The Grammar School made 307, and we made 78 and 113. At one stage we had 6 of the Grammar School out for 69. Reid had 4 wickets for 30, and Sharland 2 for 0. Then a stand by Bailey and Gilchrist put on 201 for the seventh wicket. Bailey played a fine free innings of 193 (run out), and Gilchrist eventually carried his bat for 64 not out. Sharland, who at the time was not 14 years old, was playing his first match for us, and did very well. He bowled leg- breaks for 15 overs at a time when Bailey was hitting the other bowling all over the field, and he finished up with 3 wickets for 30 runs, Bailey being missed off his bowling. The scores were:— GEELONG GRAMMAR SCHOOL. First Innings. W. Bailey, run out 193 Jackson, b Reid 1 McFarlane, c T. Hawkes, b Reid .... 17 Affleck, b Reid ...... 1 Armytage, c T. Hawkes, b Reid o Fitznead, c and b Sharland o McKewan, b Sharland o Gilchrist, not out ...... 64 Maslin, b J. Hawkes 1 Shannon, b Sharland 2 Gellian, c Sharland, b J. Hawkes .... 14 Sundries 14

Total 307 10 THE PEGASUS.

Bowling:—J. Hawkes, 2 for 84 Reid, 4 for 78. McLennan, none for 37. Sharland, 3 for 30. T. Hawkes, none for 27. Apted, none for 20. Lee, none for 20. GEELONG COLLEGE. First Innings. Second Innings. J. Hawkes, c Shannon, b Army­ tage . 5 b Shannon 14 T. Hawkes, b Gellian 26 b Bailey 9 L. Reid, c Shannon, b Gellian 1 b Bailey 30 R. Campbell, b Bailey 4 b Armytage ...... 22 W. Macpherson, b Bailey .... 13 c & b Bailey 14 E. Philip, b Armytage .... 1 not out 14 I. A. Campbell, c Armytage, b HcFarlane 12 b Bailey o A. McLennan, b Gellian .... 2 b Bailey o W. Sharland, b Armytage . . 3 run out o F. Lee, not out 1 b Bailey o F. Apted, c Fitznead, b Bailey 3 b Gellian 1 Sundries 7 Sundries .. 9 Total 78 Total 113 Bowling:—Shannon, o for 19. Bowling:—Bailey, 6 for 24. Armytage, 2 for 6. Armytage, 1 for 27. Gellian, 3 for 10. Gellian, 1 for 16. Bailey, 3 for 23. Shannon, 1 for 13. Maslin, o for 8. MacFarlane, 1 for 4. GEELONG COLLEGE V. WESLEY COLLEGE. Wesley made 84 and 377, and we made 89 and 66. When good bowling by Reid and J. Hawkes got Wesley out on a good wicket for 84, we were more than satisfied with the position. T. Hawkes and R. Campbell gave our batting a good start by putting on 41 runs for the first wicket, but after them came a procession. Wesley batted with great confi­ dence in their second innings. Archer made 64, and Rattray 50 at the beginning of the innings, and towards the end, Tyson hit up 108 (including four beautiful sixers), and Warne- Smith 60 not out. J. Hawkes was again our most successful bowler, getting 5 for 140. Sharland bowled very well, but MAY, 1916. 11 got no support from the field. As in our previous match, simple catches dropped proved most expensive. T. Hawkes' brilliant fielding on the boundary gained him much applause. The scores were :— WESLEY COLLEGE. First Innings. Second Innings, L. H. Albiston, b J. Hawkes.. 29 E. D. Grant, c Macpherson, b b Reid 10 I. Hawkes 1 G. E. Archer, c Philip, b J. b J. Hawkes 9 Hawkes o G. K. Rattray, c Macpherson, c Philip, b Sharland .... 64 b Reid 4 L. A. Willis, c and b Reid. . . . 5 c Sharland, b J. Hawkes. . 50 A. P. Tulloh, c Philip, b Reid 4 b J. Hawkes 5 R. A. Tyson, c Riggall, b Reid 2 c J. Hawkes, b Reid .... o K. G. Kerr, st Macpherson, b b McLennan 108 J. Hawkes 16 c T. Hawkes, b J. Hawkes 26 W. Maddocks, b Reid 8 b J. Hawkes 11 R. Warne-Smith, b J. Hawkes o not out 60 A. R. May, not out 7 c McLennan, b Sharland.. 18 Sundries 8 Sundries ...... 16

Total 84 Total 377 Bowling:—J. Hawkes, 5 for 24. Bowling:—J. Hawkes, S for 140 L. Reid, 5 for 52. L. Reid, 2 for 85. W. Sharland, 2 for 73 McLennan, 1 for 64 GEELONG COLLEGE. First Innings. Second Innings. R. N. Campbell, c Rattray, b Maddocks 21 b Maddocks 10 T. B. Hawkes, hit wkt., b Willis 28 st. Archer, b Warne-Smith 13 J. B. Hawkes, c Rattray, b May 5 b Maddocks 9 L. E. Reid, c Archer, b May.. 1 c Rattray, b Maddocks .. 11 R. Macpherson, b Willis .... 2 b Warne-Smith 8 E. M. Philip, c Rattray, b Willis 1 b Maddocks 3 I. A. Campbell, b May .... 6 Warne-Smith W. S. Sharland, not out .... 10 not out A. McLennan, c Tvson, b Willis o b Warne-Smith . . E. Riggall, st Archer, b Willis 8 b May C. Robins, st Archer, b Willis 1 lbw, b Wrarne-Smith Sundries 6 Sundries 5 Total Total 66 12 THE PEGASUS.

Bowling:—Haddocks, 1 for 30. Bowling:—Hay, 1 for 2. Willis, 6 for 20. Warne-Smith, 5 for Hay, 3 for 15. 42. Haddocks, 4 for 17. GEELONG COLLEGE V. MELBOURNE GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Melbourne Grammar made 143 and 301, and we made 132 and 137. This was our only match on our own ground. With memories of the huge scores put up by Sharp and Herring against us last year, we seemed to be in for a bad time. Reid, however, rose to the occasion, and got Sharp and Herring for small scores in both innings—three of these wickets being clean bowled, and the other caught and bowled. We congratulate him on his fine performance. Reid got 8 wickets in the two innings, J. Hawkes 5 wickets, and R. Campbell, who was kept on far too long, 4 wickets. Sharland was in difficulties through having to bowl at left-handers who were well set. Besides Eric Philip's attractive score of 48, Robins deserves a word of praise for his score of 22, in this his first match. The fielding of the whole team was a pleasant contrast to that in the previous matches, one catch (in the slips) only being dropped. The scores were:— MELBOURNE GRAMMAR SCHOOL. First Innings. Second Innings. J. Bishop, b L. Reid o c Sharland, b R. Campbell 79 J. McLellan, c & b J. Hawkes 28 c R. Campbell, b J. Hawkes 81 R. Herring, b L. Reid 9 c and b L. Reid 12 J. C. Sharp, b L. Reid 1 b L. Reid 8 F. Lemann, run out o c T. Hawkes, b L. Reid .. 25 T. Millear, c & b R. N. Campbell 26 b J. Hawkes 16 C. Leslie, not out 49 c Philip, b R. Campbell 13 A. Wood, c Apted, b Sharland 10 c Robins, b J. B. Hawkes. . 29 W. R. Officer, b Sharland.. .. 2 not out 0 N. Larritt, b J. Hawkes .... 10 c T. Hawkes, b R. Campbell 7 Byers, c HcLennan, b L. Reid 3 b L. Reid 15 Sundries 5 Sundries 16 Total 143 Total 301 MAY, 1916. 13

Bowling:—L. Reid, 4 for 50. Bowling:—L. Reid, 4 for 97. J. Hawkes, 2 for 33. J. Hawkes, 3 for 64. Sharland, 2 for 50. R. Campbell, 3 for R. Campbell, 1 for 6. 83. Sharland, o for 43. GEELONG COLLEGE. First. Innings. Second Innings. T. B. Hawkes, b Officer.. .. 17 b Larritt 2 E. M. Philip, b Larritt .... 19 run out 48 R. Campbell, c McLellan, b Officer 0 b Larritt 0 T. Hawkes, b Byers 19 c Herring, b Larritt .. .. 11 W. Sharland, c & b Sharp.... 8 c Bishop, b Larritt .... 9 L. Reid, c Leslie, b Byers . . 10 c Millear, b Byers .... 18 W. Macpherson, c Millear, b Larritt 13 b Larritt o Robins, not out 4 c Wood, b Byers 22 Riggall, c & b Officer 12 b Byers 14 Apted, b Larritt 1 b Byers 5 McLennan, c Leslie, b Byers 9 not out 1 Sundries 20 Sundries 7

Total 132 Total 137 Bowling:—Officer, 3 for 23. Bowling:—Officer, o for 28. Byers, 3 for 22. Larritt, 5 for 39. Larritt, 3 for 37. Byers, 4 for 30. Sharp, 1 for 15. Wood, o for 11. Wood, o for 15. Leslie, o for 11. Sharp, o for 13. AVERAGES. E. Philip is at present leading in batting with an average of 17.2. Tom Hawkes has been our most consistent bat, and comes next with an average of 15.8. In bowling, Reid has taken 19 wickets for an average of 19.0, and J. Hawkes 17 wickets for an average of 20.3.

PRACTICE MATCHES. v. MR. S. HEDLEY'S XL Lost by 52 runs. (Reid 4 for 44, J. Hawkes 3 for 38).

v. RED CROSS TEAM. Won by 43 runs. (Batting:—Reid 41, J. Hawkes 22; Bowling:—Reid 6 for 44, J. Hawkes 3 for 32). 14 THE PEGASUS.

7. BATESFORD. Won by 59 runs. (Batting:—T. Hawkes 30 ; Bowling:— Reid 7 for 34, J. Hawkes 3 for 21). This match was a new departure, which turned out a great success. We had a very enjoyable game, and appreci­ ated very much the hospitality of the Batesford team and their friends. SECOND ELEVEN MATCHES.

v. SCOTCH COLLEGE. Lost by 2 wickets and 90 runs. (E. Philip 3 wickets for 19). v. GEELONG GRAMMAR. Lost by an innings and 105 runs. (Batting:—Lucas 20, Myers 14, Turner 13; Bowling:—M. Philip 3 for 90).

v. GEELONG GRAMMAR. Lost by an innings and 194 runs. (Batting:—Robins, 19). THIRD ELEVEN MATCHES. These matches were played against the Geelong Grammar Third Eleven, and we were well beaten in all of them. The last match was the closest, owing to some good bowling by Wright, who got 4 wickets for 46, and J. G. Steele 4 for 61. Other performances:—Bowling—N. Taylor 2 for 20, J. Waugh 3 for 22; Batting—Backwell 21, J. Waugh 19, N. Taylor 18, Peter 18.

JUNIOR, MATCHES. v. XAVIER COLLEGE. Xavier, 121 and 2 for 49; College, 71 and 83. Lost by 8 wickets. (Batting:—R. McArthur 19 and 25; Bowling:— Sharland 4 for 57, Smallman 3 for 7), MAY, 1916. 15

v. SCOTCH COLLEGE. Scotch, 94; College, 80. Lost by 14 runs. (Batting:— G. Bell 15; Bowling:—Sharland, 6 for 40, D'Helin 3 for 21). v. GEELONG GRAMMAR. Grammar, 160; College, 29. Lost by 131 runs. (Batting:—R. McArthur 18; Bowling:—Lee 4 for 27). v. GEELONG GRAMMAR. Grammar, 8 for 92; College, 140. Drawn. (Batting:— L. Morton 46, R. McArthur 26; Bowling:—Lee 5 for 34). v. MELBOURNE GRAMMAR. Grammar, 220; College, 74 and 5 for 53. Lost by 146 runs. (Batting:—C. McArthur 34, Sharland 24; Bowling:— Lee 5 for 53). UNDER 13 MATCHES. Two matches were played against. Geelong Grammar. We lost the first by 107 runs, and won the second by 25 runs. (Batting:—Coghlan 19, Anderson 16; Bowling:—Coghlan 8 for 65, E. Brooke 4 for 49, Baird 3 for 7, Russell 2 for 0). FORMS' MATCHES. The Lower Fifth Form have won 3 matches. The Sixth Form have won 1 match. The Upper Fifth Form have won 1 match. The Rest of the School have won 0 matches. One match between the Upper Fifth and Sixth Forms had to be postponed till the end of the year owing to rain. (Individual performances—Batting:—M. Philip 83 and 21, Lucas 50 not out, C. Carr 47 and 32, C. Myers, 38, 24 and 23, Edgar 34, Turner 32, Levy 21, D. Kennedy 20 not out; Bowling:—C. Myers 7 for 12 and 5 for 5, C. Carr 5 for 23 and 5 for 13, M. Philip 4 for 5, Edgar 3 for 30 and 5 for 16, Levy 6 for 3, H. Macmillan 9 for 110). i6 THE PEGASUS.

Cadet Notes.

THE work of the Cadet Corps this term has been somewhat handicapped by the loss of all last year's officers, and con­ sequent reorganisation. Unfortunately, as the officers who left at the end of the year were not removed from the strength at that time, it has been impossible to fill all their places up to the present, but it is probable that an examination will shortly be held for those wishing to qualify for the rank of 2nd Lieutenant.

We have undertaken a couple of route marches—one to the Queen's Park for extended order work, and one to the Rifle Range for musketry—the band playing us through the streets in great style. On the return from the range the bass drummer was relieved by one of our senior sergeants, who showed quite clearly that he had lost neither his force nor his skill with the big stick,and admiring crowds stood still to watch his prowess as he passed.

On Tuesday, 11th April, Lieut. Webb, of the P.T.I. staff, inspected both Senior and Junior Cadets, and gave them some useful hints and advice in view of the inspection which will probably be held next term.

Some amusement was caused at a recent parade owing to the presence of a swarm of winged insects, which hovered over the heads of a couple of sections in plain clothes, neglecting altogether those who were in uniform. As a rule the Cadet Notes column is not a happy hunting-ground for budding poets, but the following lines written by one of the victims (who was not the only one to be moved to verse by MAY, 1916. 17

the episode) give such a touching description of his sufferings that it would be a pity to suppress them:— It was a two-hour drill—our muscles cracked From exercises—we were nearly spent; We therefore doffed our hats and down they went, But oh! how soon did we regret our act; For suddenly a swarm of gnats attacked Us fore and aft. Each one, 'twas plain, was bent Upon our blood. The clouded firmament In truth did reek,—their mass was so compact To drill was quite impossible. These ants— Some say they were—our eyes now stung, and then Our necks attracted them. Their bites were quite Unbearable,—indeed some cows did dance In pain caused by their fierce attacks; and when At last their leave they took—Oh! what respite.

College Swimming Sports.

THE Annual Swimming Sports were held at the Western Baths on Wednesday, March 22nd. The fine weather greatly contributed to the success of the sports, which every one entered into with the usual keenness. C. E. Backwell won the Championship in 1 min. 7 2-5th secs., which is a record for the school. G. C. Carr also swam well, and came in second. Amongst the Juniors there are some very promising swimmers, who, if they persist, should do well in future races. We are once more indebted to Mr. J. D'Helin, who acted as starter in his usual capable manner. The following were the results:— Under 16 Handicap.—A. J. Smith, 8 sees., 1; W. N. Ricketts, 6 secs., 2; S. S. Barber, 8 secs., 3. Championship.—C E. Backwell, 1; C. G. Carr, 2. Beginners' Race.—L. B. W. Brooke, scr., 1; F. J. Daniel, 4 secs., 2; R. W. C. Waugh, 4 secs., 3. 18 THE PEGASUS.

Dayboys' Handicap.—G. Coghlan, 9 sees., 1; A. J. Smith, 14 secs., 2; C. G. Carr, 1 sec., 3. Novelty Race.—C. J. Ireland, 1; W. R. Macpherson, 2; H. I. Gibb, 3. Relay Race.—C. E. Backwell and A. R. McLennan, scr., 1; W. R. Macpherson and J. B. Hawkes, 4 secs., 2; N. C. Taylor and J. E. F. Fairchild, 3 sees., 3. Boarders' Handicap.—N. C. Russell, 13 sees., 1; A. Levy, 9 sees., 2; H. M. Hedges, 8 secs., 3. Over 16 Handicap.—C. G. Carr, 2 sees., 1; T. B. Hawkes, 5 secs., 2; C. S. Smith, 9 secs, and N. C. Taylor, 6 secs., equal, 3. Long Dive.—C. E. Backwell, 1; H. I. Gibb, 2. Forms' Race.—VI., scr., 1; V.A., 4 secs., 2; V.B., 6 secs., 3. Breast Stroke.—J. E. F. Fairchild, 3 secs., 1; A. Levy, 6 secs., 2; H. I. Gibb, 5 secs., 3. Life Saving.—N. C. Taylor, 1; J. W. Hope, 2. Lower School Race.—N. C. Russell, 1 sec, 1; F. J. Daniel, 3 sees., 2; R. W. Milner, 2 secs., 3. Junior Cadet Race.—N. C. Russell, 6 secs., 1; G. Coghlan, scr., 2; D. I. Morrison, 6 secs., 3.

Rowing.

THE Annual Regatta was held on the Barwon on Wednesday, 26th April. Rain, cold winds, and choppy water made the conditions very unfavourable. However, this did not damp the courage of the competitors, who entered into the different events with a very keen spirit. The Juniors had a particu­ larly hard time, but struggled gamely through to the end. JUNIOR FOURS. First Heat. F. Forrest (str.) beat D. Hope (str.) R. O. Scott (3) R. Howell (3) D. Morrison (2) I. V. Steele (2) R. Waugh (bow) R. Boyd (bow) Second Heat. H. Bell (str.) beat N. Russell (str.) S. Barber (3) D. Dobie (3) J. Douglass (2) W. Waugh (2) A. Baird (bow) J. Boyd (bow) Final Heat. H. Bell's crew beat F. Forrest's crew. MAY, 1916. 19

MIDDLE FOURS. First Heat. L. Morton, (str.) beat R. McArthur (str.) J. R. Macmillan (3) F. Ford (3) C. Webb (2) C. McArthur (2) N. Scott (bow) S. Kennedy (bow) Second Heat. G. Scott (str.) beat J. G. Steele (str.) M. Philip (3) L. Barber (3) J. Maddern (2) F. P. Steele (2) J. Wilson (bow) H. Wilson (bow) Final Heat. G. Scott's crew beat L. Morton's crew.

SENIOR FOURS. First Heat. A. R. McLennan (str.) beat F. Burnet (str.) E. Philip (3) H. Wright (3) A. R. Moreton (2) H. Hedges (2) C. Lawrence (bow) J. Hope (bow) Final Heat. W. Ricketts (str.) beat McLennan's crew. C. Backwell (3) C. Clutterbuck (2) F. Smallman (bow) THE SECOND EIGHTS' RACE. The race with the Second Eight of the Grammar School, which has become an annual event of more than ordinary interest, took place on the Barwon on Saturday, April 29th. The event attracted more spectators than ever before, and the closeness of the finish elicited a good volume of barracking. The College crew got off the mark smartly and were leading past the Barwon Bridge, but in the last few yards they tired, and the Grammar School crew won a splendid race by half a canvas. The members of the crew are to be congratulated on their fine performance, and on their keenness prior to the race. Mr. Hathaway had spared no effort in getting them ready for 20 THE PEGASUS. the race, and his earnest coaching was largely responsible for their satisfactory showing. The following are the names and positions of the crew:— R. C. Webb (bow) C. J. Ireland (2) W. C. Peter (3) R. R. Taylor (4) A. Levy (5) W. P. S. Edgar (6) H. I. Gibb (7) E. A. J. Stoker (stroke) W. N. Ricketts (cox.) THE FIRST EIGHT. Owing to the Public Schools' Boat Race being rowed on the Barwon this year, the practice and progress of the various crews were watched with special interest. Our own Eight started training earlier than usual, and, though they were a little inexperienced at first, they rapidly improved after they had got into their new racing boat. Once again we have to thank Mr. W. H. Pincott for his untiring efforts as Coach. He gave particular attention to quickness in starting, and the crew showed that they had profited by his advice by the smart way in which they got off in the Public Schools' Boat Race. When the Melbourne crews were on the Barwon a consider­ able number of rowing supporters daily attended the practice, and the general verdict was that, with the exception of Xavier College, the crews were fairly even, and that it would be a rash man who would definitely prophesy victory for any par­ ticular one of them. Of last year's College crew only two had a seat in this year's boat, C. G. Carr and T. B. Hawkes. After a little experimenting, I. A. Campbell was finally made stroke; later on, Edgar, who had been rowing at 2, was re­ placed by J. Waugh, whose position at bow was taken by Macpherson, who, with the rest of the Second Eight, had been keeping in rigorous training. MAY, 1916. 21

THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS' BOAT RACE. The races for the Head of the River were held on Friday, May 5th, and the following day. There was an immense crowd of spectators present on both days. Long before the actual day for the races accommodation was practically un­ obtainable in Geelong. The weather was perfect, and the scene one to be remembered. There was a lavish display of the colours of each school, and a very large number of soldiers was present, many of them on final leave. The first day's racing was somewhat uneventful. In the first heat Xavier College and Geelong Grammar School met. The issue was never in doubt, as the Grammar School led from the start, and ultimately won by four lengths. In the second heat our crew (following what seems to have become an established custom) were drawn against Wesley College. Our fellows got off smartly, and led for about a quarter of a mile; Wesley then drew up and passed us, and eventually won by two lengths. The third race, that between Scotch College and Melbourne Grammar School, was the most closely contested, but after a hard struggle the Grammar School won by three- quarters of a length. Excitement ran high on the Saturday, as the chances of the three crews were considered very even. An unfortunate incident robbed the proceedings of a good deal of interest. The boats got away to a good start, and, having safely negotiated the bend, were engaged in a neck and neck struggle, when the Wesley cox unaccountably steered his boat towards that of the Geelong Grammar School, and an obvious foul occurred. The umpire, Mr. H. Young, at once stopped the race, and decided that Wesley College must be disqualified and the two Grammar Schools row again after a sufficient interval. The race between these two was a very fine 22 THE PEGASUS. one. The Melbourne crew gained a slight lead at the start and were not caught, though the Geelong Grammar School pressed them very hard, and lost by a small margin only. The Melbourne Grammar School thoroughly deserved their win; they had a hard race on the first day, were leading when the foul occurred, and had to row their hardest, too, in the final race. The following are the names and weights of the crews:—• Xavier College. Geelong Grammar School. Coach—Mr. D. ROSS. Coach—Mr. C. E. CURNOW. St. It) st. lb M. W. Gorman (bow) .. 9 12 C. L. Nicholas (bow) .... 9 13 A. J. Conroy (2) 913 I. S. Black (2) 10 13 J. I. Bartley (3) 10 4 H. C. Thomson (3) .. ..11 1 F. W. Kelly (4) 10 2 C. E. G. Beveridge (4) .. 11 6 A. P. Gorman (5) 11 2 C. S. W. Cooke (5) 11 11 J. C. SanMiguel (6) .. ..10 1 N. F. Armytage (6) .. ..11 9 J. J. Kennedy (7) 11 o J. L. Jardine (7) 11 7 J. R. Noonan (stroke) .... 11 2 J. L. Webster (stroke) ..10 9 G. R. Poole (cox.) 7 7 R. H. H. Perry (cox.) .... 7 0 Geelong College. Wesley College. Coach—Mr. W. H. PINCOTT. Coach—Mr. C. DONALD. st. lb st. lb W. R. Macpherson (bow).. 9 13 J. F. Williams (bow).. .. 9 13 T. H. Waugh (2) 10 4 L. J. Daley (2) 9 7 R. N. Campbell (3) .. .. 10 8 L. R. Cole (3) 9 12 L. E. Reid (4) 10 8 J. H. Lockwood (4) .. .. 10 o C. G. Carr (5) 11 3 W. E. Maddocks (5) .... 11 9 W. E. Macmilian (6) .. .. 10 11 E. D. Barden (6) ...... 10 2 T. B. Hawkes (7) 10 12 C. M. Bowring (7) 10 12 T. A. Campbell (stroke) .. 10 11 G. T. Gemmell (stroke) .. 9 10 C. C. Bell (cox.) 7 o G. A. Cook (cox.) 7 3 Melbourne Grammar School. Scotch College. Cox—Mr. H. ROSS-SODEN. Coach—Mr. H. C. DISFIER. st. lb st. lb L. F. Armstrong (bow) . . 10 12 J. E. Shilliday (bow) .... 10 1 C. H. Z. Woinarski (2) . . 10 2 J. R. Shaw (2) 10 13 J. A. Campbell (3) 11 11 N. L. Edwards (3) 10 10 T. L. Baillieu (4) 12 5 A. W. H. Booth (4) .... 10 8 L. Latham (5) 12 o A. Grieve (5) 10 5 T. L. Baillieu (6) 11 11 W. B. Shaw (6) 11 9 F. R. Gale (7) 10 12 L. F. Edmunds (7) 11 12 H. A. White (stroke) .... 11 o T. G. Morrison (stroke) .. 11 11 T, A. Harris (cox.) 7 o K. Bailhache (cox.) ,.,,., 7 7 CHRISTENING OF THE NEW RACING EIGHT, THE "W. R. BAYLY. 24 THE PEGASUS.

The Christening of the "W. R. Bayly."

THE formal christening ceremony of the eight-oared boat, generously presented by our former Headmaster, Mr. W. R. Bayly, took place on the afternoon of April 19th, at the College boat sheds, in the presence of many friends and sup­ porters of the school. The Headmaster, in welcoming the . visitors, said that it was a matter for regret that Mr. and Mrs. Bayly were unable to be present at the ceremony. Mr. Bayly, who was a keen oarsman, had always shown that he had the interests of the school at heart, and the school was under a great debt to him for his splendid gift. He was glad that Mr. Bayly had yielded to pressure, and allowed the boat to bear his name. Mrs. J. D. Baxter, who was to have per­ formed the actual ceremony, was unable to be present owing to sudden indisposition, and her place was taken by Dr. Baxter, President of the Old Collegians' Association. Dr. Baxter in a few appropriate words supported Mr. Price's remarks ; he then removed the flag, and formally christened the boat the "W. R. Bayly." The Senior Prefect, T. B. Hawkes, in accepting the gift, spoke highly of the interest Mr. Bayly had taken in the school, and mentioned that, by his coaching, he had turned out one of the best crews that had ever represented the College. He was sure that the good wishes of the College supporters went with the new boat, and that the crew would do its best to win in her. On behalf of his wife, Dr. Baxter presented to Colin Bell, the cox. of the eight, a small College flag as a mascot, with the hope that it would be seen in the lead both on the Friday and the Satur­ day of the approaching Boat Race. Three ringing cheers were then given for Mr. Bayly and Dr. Baxter, after which the visitors watched the first and second eights engage in practice sprints on the river, MAY, 1916.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS' ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA.

FIXTURES, 1916.

(Last-named School has choice of Ground).

2nd Term.

FOOTBALL.

( G.G.S. v. W.C. (G.G.S. v X.C. July 7th (X.C. v. G.C. July 28th (G.C. v. M.G.S. (S.C. v. M.G.S. (W.C. v. S.C.

(M.G.S. v. G G.S. (S.C. v. G.G.S. July 14th (G.C. v. S.C August 4th! (W.C. v. G.C. (X.C. v. W.C. (M.G.S v. X C.

(G.G.S. v. G.C. August 18th (X.C. v. S.C. (M.G.S. v. W.C.

3rd Term.

COMBINED PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPORTS

On M.C.C. Ground, October 27th.

RIFLE SHOOTING

At Williamstown, November 25th. 26 THE PEGASUS.

OFFICE BEARERS, 1916-17,

R. H. MORRISON.

W. A. WAUGH. J. F. S. SHANNON.

STANLEY B. CALVERT. W. H. REID.

LEWIS BELL. W. MONDAY.

A. L. BAIRD. C. MCARTHUR. NEIL CAMPBELL. W. MACMULLEN. A. S. CHIRNSIDE. ERIC MCFARLAND. W. J. DENNIS. J. MCCORMICK. P. C DOWLING. S. R. ROEBUCK. J. D'HELIN. W. M. ROBERTSON. J. GATEHOUSE. E. R. SPARROW. W. W. HOPE. E. W. SANDFORD. R. B. KEAYS. R. J. YOUNG. (THE PRINCIPAL OF THE GEELONG COLLEGE ex officio.

(Past Presidents)

S. LEON, K.C. J. L. CURRIE. F. A. CAMPBELL. A. N. MCARTHUR. S. MCARTHUR, K.C. ARTHUR GREENWOOD. J. M. BAXTER.

H. F. RICHARDSON, M.L.C T. G. COLE. MAY, I 916. 27

Old Boys' Column.

EXTRACTS from Association Rules:— No. II. The chief objects of the Association shall be:— (a) " To hold an annual Social Reunion of Past Collegians. (b) To unite and foster good fellowship among the Old Boys, (c) To promote the welfare of the Geelong College." No. III. "All Old Boys of the College may become Members on the payment of five shillings annual subscrip­ tion, or Life Members on payment of five guineas. The financial year ends 30th April in each year. Each Member shall be entitled to receive a copy of each issue of 'The Pegasus/ the journal of the Geelong College." The following Annual Reports and Sports Programmes are required:—Annual Reports, 1861, 1862, 1867, 1870. Sports Programmes from 1862 to 1867, 1870, 1872, 1891, 1897, 1900. The following is a list of Old Boys who have volunteered and given all for their country. We shall be glad to amend any errors that are pointed out to us.

Allardyce, A. G. P. Berry, R. A. Calvert, P. N. Anderson, A. N. Bews, O. R. S. Campbell, A. F. Anderson, W. W. Birnie, G. A., Dr. Campbell, A. M. Appleford, S. T., Dr. Birnie, N. E. S. Campbell, N. L. Armytage, S. F. Birnie, R. K., Dr. Campbell, P. S. C. Atherton, G. D. Birrell, W. A. H.f Dr. Campbell, R. K. Blake, R. E. Carrick, C. B. Backwell, A. L. Bowring, J. E. Carstairs, H. G. Banfield, A. E. Broughton, J. M. Cathcart, N. H. Barnfather, R. Brumley, E. J. Cavanagh, B. H. Batten,* V. Buchanan, R. Cavanagh, E. R. de Bavay, X. Burrows, W. R. Champ, F. C. Beamish, F. T., Dr. Burn, H. T. Cherry, G. F. Bell, W. M. Butt, C. R. Cocking, K. W. Bell, R. L. Coles, A. W. Bennett, O, Calvert, C. M, Coles, D. H, 28 THE PEGASUS.

Coles, J. S. Glassford, J. G., Dr. Kaufmann, J. C. S. Collier, H. R. Govett, H. E. Kelso, D. L. Collins, A. S. M. Grace, L. E. Kennedy, L. E. Collins, E. G. Gray, E. O. Kerr, T. Cother, A. E. Gregory, E. A. E. Kininmonth, J. C. Cox, F. E. D. Green, A. S. Knight, H. VV. Cummings, E. H. L. Grigg, D. D. Knight, R. B. Cutts, W. C. de Gruchy, T. Gunn, A. D. Laidlaw, R. J. Dardel, A. L. Gunn, R. M. Lamble, R. Dardel, E. VV. Latta, C. H. Dardel, J. H. Hagenuer, H. A., Dr. Latta, D. M. Darlot, O. H. Hall, H. N. Lawrence, — David, T. A. Harper, J. D. Leggatt, W. W. Davidson, F. S. Harriott, G. Lester, H. R. Davidson, J. H. Harvey, W. H. Littlejohns, R. W. Deane, E. W., Dr. Haughton, T. H. E. Lock, S. M. Deans, G. W. Hawkesworth, H. E. Longden, C. R. Dennis, C. E. D. Hearne, E. T. Longden, F., Dr. Dennis, T. V. Hearne, K. G., Dr. Longden, N. A. Doig, K. M., Dr. Hearne, VV. VV., Dr. Lyon, C. H. Dougall, A. W. Hedges, W. S. Dougall, N. S. Heinz, G. V. MacDonald, W. S. Douglas, G. J. Hendy, E. P. Mack, E. H. Douglass, L. F. Hendy, J. C. Mack, J. D. Dowling, C. W. Herman, F. G. Mack, S. Dowling, J. W. Hicks, H. F. Mackay, E. R. Dunlop, W. A. S. Hirst, H. Mackay, F. J. Drew, H. O. S. Hitchins, H. H. Mackay, G. G. Hodges, H. G. Mackenzie, A. S., Dr. Edgar, R. S. Hodges, L. G. Mackintosh, A. E. Ellis, D. Hodges, N. F. Macknight, H. H. R. England, L. W. Hodges, R. J. Maclean, A. K. Evans, N. McT. Holloway, E. S., Dr. MacLeod, E. L. Evans, S. W. Hooper, A. A. W. Malcolm, R. H. B. Hope, R. W. McCallum, P. Fenton, J. Howsam, L. G. McCulloch, W. B. Ferrier, J. E. Hunter, T. A. C. McDonald, A. J. Finch, E. S. Hurst, L. N. McDonald, D. R. Franklin, G. E. J. McDonald, J. D. F'reeman, A. B. J. Jackson, A. C. Mc Harry, — Freeman, H. Jackson, J. D. McKechnie, — Freeman, J. A. Jacobs, H. L. McKenzie, K. A. Freeman, N. M. James, C. H. McKenzie, L. E. James, G. R* McKenzie, S. A. Gadd, R. B. Johnston, H. T. McLennan, A. N. Gale, C. C. Jones, A. G. McNeilage, G. C. George, S. W. Jones, E. A. McPherson, VV. O. Gibson, G. W. Jones, J. D. McRae, J. K. F. Gibson, J. B, Joyce, J. J. Mc William, — MAY, 19 I 6. 29

Meakin, A. I. Purnell, F. O. Stodart, D. E., Dr. Meakin, R. H. Purnell, H. Stodart, F. L. Mitchell, G. A. N. Purnell, H. W. Stone, E. J. Mitchell, L. G. Storrer, C. M. Moreton, A. H. Strong, H. W. Moreton, F. E. Rand, T. E. Suffield, A. F. Moreton, G. V. Rankin, J. M. Sutherland, C. T. Morgan, E. J. Read, A. G. F. Sutterby, T. E. Morrison, A. R. Reeve, C. F. Sword, R. S. Morrison, G. N. I. Reid, H. B. Mount joy, L. H. Reid, R. A. Reid, W. J. Tait, A. T. Mountjoy, S. G. Tait, J. T., Dr. Munro, G. Reid, W. J. (2) Rhind, H. G. S. Tassell, J. D. Murray, A. S. Thomson, N. A. Murray, E. Richardson, F. E. Murray, J. Roberts, R. A. J. Murray, T. P. Robertson, H. C. H. Urquhart, A. R. Robertson, J. C. Roebuck, A. K. Vigar, C. F. Nasmith, D. S. Roebuck, F. H. Nicholson, L. W. Roebuck, S. R. Rogers, J. D. Walker, G. S. Officer, R., Jr. Ross, J. F. Walker, S. D. O'Farrell, V. Wallace, R. T. A. O'Hara, M. O. Ware, J. S. Oliver, W. D. Sadler, N. H. Warnock, S. R. Salmon, J. W. Waterhouse, G. A. Sandford, E. VV. Watt, J. Parrington, T. W. Sandford, G. H. Watts, W. H. Paul, G. G. Scott, F. E. S. Webber, E. C. Paul, H. K. B. Sewell, H. E. Weddell, R. H. Paul, J. C. Shaw, H. T. Welch, D. E. Pearce, J. V., Dr. Simson, C. E. P. W'ettenhall, R. R., Dr. Pearce, W. J. Sirnson, M. White, M. Pearce, W. B. Sinclair, J. H. Whitehead, H. E. Pearson, C. K. Slater, J. H. Willan, G. P. Philip, E. J. Sloane, A. J. Wilson, A. B. Philip, E. T. Smith, A. V. Wilson, A. C. Philip, W. H. Smith, J. G. Worland, V. O. Philip, W. S. Smith, L. S. Worrall, W. J. Pillow, H. F. Spalding, J. K. Wrathall, H. S. Pillow, R. N. Spittle, J. N. Wynne, T. G. Piper, K. M. Stanlake, R. Poynder, G. H. Steele, F. W. A. Young, C. L. Price, C. L. Stewart, J. S. Young, I. S. Price, F. N. Stodart, C. C. Young, J. Pullar, P. G. Stodart, C. M. Young, S. J. H. Campbell is now associated with the High School, Perth, W.A. 30 THE PEGASUS.

J. D. Harper has left for London to enlist with the Home Forces. J. Edols Cullen sent greetings for the Dinner from La Plata, Blackall, Queensland. Alex. Howatson sent warm greetings from Glenbuck, Dartmouth, O. News has come through of the death of Dr. E. W. Deane in Egypt, while on active service. We offer our condolences to his relatives. Owing to the increasing number of Old Boys who are serving the Empire, and the greater strictness of the censor­ ship as to their whereabouts, it is impossible to keep trace of more than a fraction of them. Some of the information in this column may therefore be out of date. We ask for special leniency under the circumstances. We regret to record that Corporal H. E. Govett, of the 67th Field Company, Royal Engineers, was killed in action on Gallipoli Peninsula on December 19th. Mr. D. J. Strutt, of Rugby, England, very kindly forwarded to the Headmaster an extract from a Rugby paper, which read as follows:—" Corporal Govett was well known locally, and was very popular. An Australian by birth, Corporal Govett was educated at Geelong College, Aus­ tralia, and came to England in 1907 and studied engineering at the Crystal Palace Engineering School He was a member of the Rugby Club, Rugby Lawn Tennis Club, and Rugby Golf Club, an enthusiastic motor-cyclist, and all-round good sportsman, and during his stay in town he made many friends." An interesting group photograph has reached us of Old Boys who were on the troopship " Demosthenes " in January, 1916. The members of the group were:—Capt. (Dr.) Long- MAY, 1916. 3i den, Lieut. C. H. Latta, Sergt. H. Macknight, and Privates R. A. Reid, A. B. Wilson, and A. H. MacRoberts (former master). Lieut. Alec. D. Gunn sailed on November 18th in the 4th F.A. Brigade, 2nd Division, A.I.F., but is now in the 22nd Brigade. A. L. Dardel has been granted a commission in 4th Division Artillery. J. H. Davidson has been given a commission in the 5th pioneer battalion, 5th Australian Division. His brother Stanley recently received his commission in the Engineers. H. F. Pillow was, when we last heard, in the First Aus­ tralian Hospital, Heliopolis, but was progressing favourably. Lieut. T. A. David is an inmate of the same hospital. An Old Collegian writes in a private letter as follows:— " Life is not without its humorous side even over here. For instance, the ' Southland ' was torpedoed just about an hour from Lemnos. The men were immediately paraded in the ordinary way for boat drill with life-belts. A sergeant was shouting, 'Fall in, there!' One stolid back-country youth looked over the side (the boat had a most drunken list) and replied, ' Two deep, Sergeant! ' The men are fine. I don't think there are any troops in existence that can give them many points in pluck. The Gurkhas are the admiration of the Peninsula. You admire them the instant you see them. Such wideawake smiling little giants. They are as uniform as peas in height and build." At the latest Commencement of the University of Melbourne, the following degrees were conferred on Old Collegians:—A. L. Baird was granted the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery, Norman Matthews the degree of Bachelor 32 THE PEGASUS. of Medicine and Surgery, and W. S. Jewell the degree of Bachelor of Science. R. H. Crisp has passed 4th year Medicine, with Honours in Pathology, Dietetics and Hygiene; L. E. Roberts has passed 3rd year Medicine, with Honours in Physiology; L. F. Turner completed his B.A. course last year, and is now doing 3rd year Law. We offer them our sincere congratulations. Other Old Boys whose names appear on the lists of successful candidates in their various courses for 1915, are:— K. C. Purnell, T. G. Wynne, Roy Pillow, I. Wartzki, H. Jacobs, L. Roberts, R. Crisp, J. Porter, and P. Sewell (Medicine) ; L. Strachan, J. Blair, D. Paine, and P. Kewish (Law); C. Pearson, W. Leggatt, and T. David (Arts). We are indebted to S. T. Barnfather for acting as oui representative on the Committee which was appointed to make arrangements for the Public Schools' Boat Race on the Barwon. News has been received that G. N. I. Morrison has been appointed to a Lieutenancy in the 11th Royal Highlanders, the Black Watch. J. D. Rogers has received a commission in the 6th Battalion, First Australian Division of the Expeditionary Forces. J. T. Tait has been appointed Temporary Major in the First Australian General Hospital. Captain W. W. Berry, formerly of the Canadian Military Forces, and now of the Pioneer Battalion, Broadmeadows, paid a visit to the school recently, and was glad to revive old memories. E. J. Philip, who is serving on a Hospital Ship, and has re-sailed for Egypt, called at the school before he left. MAY, 1916. 33

Captain R. Lamble, who was appointed Adjutant at the Geelong Camp last year, has been transferred to Ballarat, and is serving in a similar capacity there. He is due to leave for the front in a few days as Adjutant of the 39th Battalion of the 10th Brigade, with the rank of Captain. We offer him our hearty congratulations on his recent marriage to Miss Campbell. Erskine Collins, in a letter from Zeitoun Camp, Egypt, says:—" They are trying to arrange an Old Collegians' Re­ union over here, which, if they can manage it, should be a great success, as there must be nearly 200 of the ' boys' scattered through the various camps." S. A. McKenzie and C. B. Carrick are at present in the Geelong Camp. If the speed with which they have gained their corporal's and sergeant's stripes is an indication of their military capacity, they will be Brigadier-Generals in a very short space of time. Letters have been received by the Headmaster from the following Old Boys serving at the front or in different parts of the Empire:—E. Mack, O. H. Darlot, H. Macknight, Edgar Philip, A. A. W. Hooper, W. A. S. Dunlop, P. S. C. Campbell, A. F. Campbell, Geoff. Mitchell, N. Dougall, E. T. Hearne, C. E. Simson, R. Berry, A. N. McLennan and R. S. Sword. E. W. Sandford has had unusually hard luck. After a long period of training he sailed in the " Euripides," but while drilling on board he unfortunately strained himself so severely that he will, in all likelihood, have to return to Victoria for a prolonged rest. D. M. Latta and G. A. Waterhouse are in camp at Clare- mont, Tasmania. They were in the railway accident in which seven people were killed; but though they were in the front 34 THE PEGASUS carriage, which was smashed to matchwood, they escaped with a few cuts and bruises. Mr. MacRoberts and Ron. Reid shared the same tent in the Zeitoun Camp, Egypt. Other Old Boys in the vicinity were Neil Freeman, Erskine Collins and Tom. Kerr. The report has reached us of the marriage of Lieut. W. S. Philip and Miss M. Greene, of Kyneton, Victoria. The ceremony took place at St. Mark's Church, Alexandria, Egypt, and afterwards at the British Consulate. The following Old Boys who have volunteered have called at the College to say good-bye:—J. A. C. Hunter, T. E. Rand, E. J. Brumley, D. R. McDonald, E. O. Gray, J. C. Hendy, and S. A. McKenzie. Harvey Freeman has been promoted to the rank of Ser­ geant in the A.I.F. T. G. Wynne, N. E. S. Birnie and G. F. Cherry, after having seen active service in the Field Ambulance Corps at Anzac, have returned to Melbourne to complete their medical course. J. R. Porter is doing medical work at the Geelong Hospital.

Old Boys' Day. (Extract from Geelong Advertiser.)

PATRIOTIC DINNER. HELD some weeks earlier than usual, in order to synchronise with the Head of the River race, the Annual Re-union of the Old Geelong Collegians' Association attracted a large gather­ ing of Old Boys to the Norman Morrison Memorial Hall at the College on Friday evening, May 5th. At the Annual Meeting the retiring president, Dr. J. M. Baxter, presided, MAY, 1916. 35

The Annual Report of the Committee, after referring to the last Re-union, stated:— " The Association receipts for the year have been satis­ factory, considering the long list of those absent from Australia. The Treasurer's Balance-sheet shows a credit of £10 13/1, which includes many members who have already paid their subscriptions for the new year in advance. The Life-membership account shows a credit balance of £236 5/-, which is vested in a trust account. One new life-member has been enrolled during the past year. The Old Collegians' Exit Scholarship, valued at £12 12/-, which has been presented to the school by the Association, was awarded to A. E. Lee. The Gus. Kearney Memorial Prize, founded on similar lines to the Rhodes Scholarship, was awarded to E. E. Mackay. The special Dux Prize of the Association was presented on behalf of the Association to the Dux of the College, and awarded to A. E. Lee. The Association Plate, established by members, was presented on behalf of your Association by Mr. J. L. Currie, and was competed for on the last sports programme, and won by A. J. C. Waugh. It is again with pride and honour that reference is made to members who have so willingly answered the call of the Mother Country. More than 300 Old Boys are at present serving under the colours in England, France, Egypt or elsewhere. Unhappily, the number of lives given for the Empire has also grown, and this roll of honour is a large one. To the parents and families of these noble Old Boys the committee and members offer heartfelt sympathy. To those Old Boys who are at present fighting for freedom and justice we send them earnest prayer for their safe keeping and safe return from the hard and perilous duty that they have so generously undertaken. During the year Mr. W. R. Bayly, who is a life member of the Association, very generously presented to the boys of the 36 THE PEGASUS.

College a fine racing eight-oared boat. This handsome gift was formally presented and christened " The W. R. Bayly/' by the president, on the 19th April, 1916. Mr. Price, the Headmaster, is satisfied with the working of the College, and has confidence in its future. This confidence is fully endorsed by members, who have been closely associated with its work­ ing and progress. The College last year completed another successful year, and the committee, on behalf of members, heartily congratulate their old school on its continued policy of progressiveness. The further building improvements which, owing to the war were temporarily suspended, are receiving the earnest consideration of the Council. Congratu­ lations are offered for the prominent position taken by the College in the Junior and Senior Public Examinations during the past year. The Committee thank the members who have so liberally contributed during the year to the various funds, and especially thank the members of the Association for their loyalty and earnest support during the year."

Officers for the ensuing year were elected as follow:— President, Dr. R. H. Morrison; Vice-Presidents, Mr. W. A. Waugh and Mr. J. F. S. Shannon; Committee, Messrs. Lewis Bell, A. L. Baird, Neil Campbell, Andrew S. Chirnside, W. T. Dennis, P. C. Dowling, James D'Helin, J. Gatehouse, Dr. W. W. Hope, R. B. Keays. W. Munday, Campbell McArthur, W. MacMullen, Eric McFarland, J. McCormick. S. R. Roebuck, W. M. Robertson, E. R. Sparrow, E. W. Sandford and R. J. Young, and Principal of the College (ex officio) ; Hon. Treasurer, Mr. W. H. Reid; Hon. Secretary, Mr. Stanley B. Calvert; Hon. Auditors, Hon. H. F. Richardson, M.L.C., and Mr. T. G. Cole.

The report was adopted on the motion of the retiring President, who also formally installed the new President, MAY, 1916. 37

Dinner was served subsequently, and every table in the spacious hall was filled. The newly-elected President, Dr. R. H. Morrison, was in the chair, and associated with him at the head table were Mr. Charles Shannon, Chairman of the College Council; Mr. W. T. Price, Principal of the College; Rev. D. A. Cameron, Mr. H. F. Richardson, M.L.C., Mr. H. B. Gibb, Mr. Percy Dowling, Mr. A. Greenwood, Drs. Norman McArthur and J. M. Baxter, Aid. A. J. Holden, Mr. H. Upton, ex-Vice-president; Messrs. A. Austin and R. W. Wilmot, representing Melbourne Grammar School; F. D. Michaelis, president of the Old Wesley Collegians; E. A. Austin, Geelong Grammar School; J. P. McCabe Doyle, president of the Old Xaverians' Association. Many Old Collegians returned from Anzac were also present in uniform. Many apologies were read from Old Boys in all parts of Australia, and a cable from Erskine Collins, in Egypt, was cheered at the reading. He said that there were 200 Old Collegians in Egypt, and they were endeavouring to hold a re-union simultaneously with that in Geelong. Telegrams were also read by the Secretary from Old Collegians in New Zealand, per Mr. M. Pasco; Old Collegians of South Aus­ tralia, per Mr. S. J. Jacobs; Old Collegians of West Australia, per Mr. J. H. Campbell; Old Collegians of Queensland, per Messrs. W. H. Reid and Howatson; also greetings from Chaplain-Captain J. A. Forrest, Seymour Camp; Capt. R. Lamble, Ballarat Military Camp; Rev. F. Chisholm, Wangaratta; and a large number of Old Boys from all over Australia. At the head of the room the College flag hung alongside the Union Jack, and the whole theme of the speeches was pride in the Public Schools and admiration for the gallantry displayed by them at the front. The company having honoured the loyal toast, the President proposed "Our Allies" The speaker exhaustively 38 THE PEGASUS. traced the causes that led up to the war, and said that un­ doubtedly Germany had been waiting her opportunity of bringing on the crisis. England had done well, but perhaps she might do more. He felt, however, there could only be one ending to the war. The toast was supported by the National Anthems of the Allies, played by the orchestra, and enthusi­ astically honoured by the company.

The Principal, who was accorded an ovation, proposed " Educational Lessons Learned from the War." At the out­ set he congratulated the Association on its choice of Presi­ dent. No name could have given greater satisfaction to those connected with the school than that of Morrison, which had always been honoured in the school. He congratulated the President on his election, and felt sure his sympathy would be with the boys as were those of the former President. He referred to German ingenuity and thoroughness of prepara­ tion, which were to be met at every turn. In these respects Britain had been surpassed, and the lesson to be learnt was that scientific and technical training must be placed on a firmer footing than before the war. It was necessary to extend our technical training, and the sooner that was done the better it would be for the world's peace. But he believed that the Public School system would remain only on a sounder basis than before. Germany had shown ingenuity, but also brutality. The English Public Schools taught boys to be men. In his opinion no education was worthy of the name unless it taught boys to love honour, justice and humanity.

Mr. Arthur Greenwood submitted the toast, " Public School Boys at the Front." In a rousing speech, he declared that the Public School boys who were at the front or were on their way thither were the very life essence of Australia. They carried with them the heart's blood of Australia, and MAY, 1916. 39

represented their country in the face of every imaginable difficulty. At the same time some reclined at home hardly thinking of the men at the front as they ought. Sometimes they were forgotten altogether, but no, they could never be forgotten. The Hun was trying to bring destruction into every household in Britain, and if he could set his foot in England he would drive its people lower than the depths of hell. Australia had sent its sons to defend the Old Country, and it was generally recognised that the Public School boys who had gone were the very cream of the country. If there were boys at the front there were also graves at Anzac, where Australian boys lay buried, and it was up to those at home to avenge those young lives. Even if it meant conscription, every man must be ready to shoulder a rifle and bayonet and march to undying glory and fame. The whole British Empire was burning with that enthusiasm which would never allow the Hun further into the Old Country than he was at the present moment.

The President mentioned that over 2,500 Public School boys from Victoria have enlisted.

Major Weddell, an Old Collegian returned from the front, who was called upon to respond, received an ovation, the company rising to its feet to cheer him. Just a year ago, he said, Major Gregory had shown him the cablegram conveying good wishes from the Old Collegians' Association, and he could not tell them how fully he and other Old Collegians appreciated it. Major Gregory had since been killed in action. Exactly a year ago to the night the Victorian Brigade, of which he was a member, was ordered to Helles, and lost one- third of its effectives. The majority of the officers went down, but instructions were given to replace the fallen by promotion from the ranks. It was then found what splendid 40 THE PEGASUS. officers the boys of the Public Schools' Battalion made. Major Weddell recounted many humorous stories of the doings of Collegians at Anzac. Lieut. Anderson, another returned Collegian, also responded to the toast, and was heartily greeted. He declared that the pluck of the Public School boy at the front was even greater than that of others. No matter how heavy the shelling he had never seen a Public School boy afraid. The spirit of the Australians throughout was fine. Their language might have been peculiar at times, and not understood by English officers, but back of the language was the spirit. The Aus­ tralians were out to do a job, and did it well, and there were no finer soldiers in the world. Privates Norman Birnie and C. W. Dowling also made their acknowledgments. " Our Guests" was proposed by Dr. A. Norman McArthur, and the response was made by Mr. E. A. Austin on behalf of the guests. Mr. R. W. Wilmott proposed " The Chairman/' and after Mr. A. S. Austin had made a plea for renewed Red Cross efforts in Geelong, the gathering sang the National Anthem. Drayton's orchestra played selections during dinner, and songs were contributed by Messrs. Harry Newton and Bertram Johnstone, and a chorus of senior College boys.

University Notes.

WITH regard to University life, it is now practically im­ possible to say anything at all without constant reference to the war. University life has been affected by it as much as, if not more than, any other phase of life. Though Ormond MAY, 1916. 41 seems to have maintained its numbers fairly high, Queen's and Trinity are both very low numerically.

Consequently sport has been at a rather low ebb this term. There have been some cricket matches, but all inter- Collegiate and inter-'Varsity contests have been abandoned during the period of the war. Things have been brightened up a little by the great University Carnival held in the grounds on Saturday, 15th April. The crowds, both morning and evening, were large, and it is expected the total net proceeds will reach £600. This money will be added to the already large sum collected for the Red Cross Society. The attractions were various and numerous, from "Aunt Sally" to high-class Conservatorium concerts. The students themselves ran most of the stalls and side-shows.

The Engineering students fitted up the grounds with festoons of electric lights, and the effect in the evening was very good. Other attractions included an Electrical Show, Fortune-telling, performances by the "Dental Follies," and "Hoop-la." In the evening some of the more daring youths paraded the grounds in female attire, causing quite a com­ motion amongst the gentler sex. Most of the freshmen are beginning to settle down now, and are becoming quite used to their new life. Now that all initiations and "ragging" are over, one gets a little quiet in the evenings. All the Colleges have, this year, in some measure moderated their system of initiation.

We are all looking forward up here to the Boat Race, and wish the crew the best of luck, and hope to see the good old Pegasus on top again, 42 THE PEGASUS

With the Light Horse at Portsea.

IN the early days of. the war the Light Horse were sent to Portsea, possibly owing to a rumour that several German warships were seen outside the Heads. The mobilization was carried out in record time, and in the paddock at the rear of the Geelong Orderly Rooms one hundred: and eighty mounted men were drawn ; up in columns of troop. After certain formalities had been gone through the troops retired for the night on the hard boards of the Orderly Room floor.

At 2 a.m. " reveille" rang out, and at 3 a.m. the Geelong station presented a busy spectacle. From the main platform the horses—at least the willing ones—were trucked in rapid succession. Some of the horses were loth to go, but the Light Horsemen by pulling at the halter in front-and pushing at the,reluctant animal from behind soon overcame any small difficulties of that kind. At eleven o'clock .the train drew up at Mornington, the terminus of the railway. The twenty-five miles from here to Portsea had to be covered on, horseback. Wheri about five miles had been traversed, trouble was caused by a huge bay horse who suddenly decided that he could go better without his rider. The horse would not go, but the rider did—fully twenty feet. At last, however, the squadron wheeled into the barracks of the Portsea fort, both horses and men looking as if the excitement of one day had been quite Sufficient. The days work, however, was not yet over, as the horses had to be hobbled and the tents put up. The former operation is seldom without interest, and some sym­ pathy is due to those men whose lot it is to go on stable picket for the first night. One horse will perhaps begin pulling back until eventually his halter peg comes out; and there he is, kicking and squealing, but held firmly by the back MAY, 1916. ^3 legs. Sheep-like, many horses will follow this example, and in less than two minutes perhaps a dozen or more horses are tangled up in ropes and halters, biting, squealing and kicking, while the unfortunate stable pickets, whose language by now is anything but select, search blindly in the dark to set the animals free. The duty of the Light Horse was to guard the coast from Nepean to Sorrento; this was done by three patrols, each consisting of six mounted men. The patrols take up their positions about two miles apart, and two men from each patrol go on duty at a time. The officers come round at all hours of the day and night inspecting, and it was rather amusing to see their horses jump when the sentry suddenly gave his challenge from behind a bush. At two o'clock one morning, when the main body was peacefully asleep in camp, there came at full gallop a sentry from one of the outposts. He had ridden four miles in this fashion, and was somewhat out of breath. Dismounting quickly, he rushed up to the Commanding Officer and gasped, " Sir, there is a ship trying to land near Point Nepean." The bugle sounded and before long the whole squadron was tearing along the road to the point indicated. On arrival, the O.C. scanned the ocean with his field glasses, and grunted something about the sentry's loneliness; although we waited and watched until morning, nothing was seen of the ship. This little event was always referred to as Smith's dream. Perhaps the most exciting incident occurred when an over-conscientious sentry shot a comrade through the leg, and had to undergo a three days' inquiry and suffer a penalty imposed. So time passed away, until at last our fourteenth day came to an end, and each man went home richer in ex­ perience and wealthier in pocket. 44 THE PEGASUS.

A Visit to H.M.A.T.B.D. "Huon."

ON Wednesday, the 23rd March, at the kind invitation of Commanding-Lieutenant Ireland, a party of boys and masters enjoyed a visit to H.M.A.T.B.D. " Huon." A motor boat conveyed us to where the small squat vessel lay at anchor, looking rather grim with her black sides and funnels. After being welcomed by the commander, we were placed under the guidance of the chief stoker, who proceeded to show us over the boat. He first took us, by means of a very small man-hole and steep ladder, to the stoke-hold, where a thermometer was reading 123 deg. When the boat is at sea, all man-holes are closed, and a supply of fresh air is fur­ nished by fans. Here we saw how the oil fuel is pumped from the reservoirs, strained, heated, strained again, and finally forced through jets into the furnace. These jets are eight in number, and have a diameter of about one-tenth of an inch. In a run of 24 hours at full speed, no less than 72 tons of the fuel are consumed. This fuel is a dirty-looking liquid, obtained from petroleum by distilling off the higher grades of oils. Leaving this warm spot, we sought the cooler atmosphere of the engine-room, in which are the five turbines. There is also a large number of dials, which are rather mystifying to one unacquainted with a steam turbine. Each one of them, however, has to be watched carefully by the man in charge. We were next shown the 18-inch torpedo tube, in which was a practice torpedo. A torpedo is a small ship in itself, and derives its motive power from compressed air. Its speed in the water is forty miles per hour, and it has a range of four thousand yards. Near this weapon is the 12- pounder, which has an effective range of about two miles. Having explained its mechanism, our guide proceeded forward to the cabins and ward-room, which, although rather small, MAY, 1916. 45 appear very neat apartments. Further forward still, we came upon the 4-inch gun, which has a nasty recoil, whose force is downwards as well as backwards. Directly behind it is the bridge, beneath which the wireless operator's room is situated. Having viewed these, we parted from the genial stoker and were entertained by the commander in the ward-room, shortly after which we re-entered the launch and returned to the shore, terminating an extremely interesting and most instructive visit. —C. PETER.

Random Notes.

Upper V.—"Coal is formed by timber being buried in the earth and becoming antiquated." "Who were the Huguenots?" A tribe of South African blacks. " Sometimes ships are lost in a cyclone and nothing more is heard of them unless a sailor is found dead clinging to a broken spar in the middle of the ocean." Lower V.—The Court of Star Chamber was (1) a chamber in Henry VIII.'s reign which had stars on the ceil­ ing; (2) a room full of stars where courts used to take place. A man in Parliament cannot hold a commission in the ranks. In one answer the " Self-denying Ordinance " appeared under the guise of the "Self-dining Audience." Thomas Wyatt was a man who rebelled against marry­ ing Charles's eldest sister. Essex was one of the Heads of the Commons; he died during the Civil War from worry. 46 THE PEGASUS.

Remove.—" Wolsey fell into disgrace about a divorce case on Catharine of Aragon, he also gave banquets as swell as the king." Even Homer nods. In his anxiety to compress a great deal into that fatal minute that precedes the relentless ringing of the bell, the English master made Hamlet perpetrate this Spoonerism: " There is nothing either good or bad but making thinks it so." The name Apollonius occurring in a Mathematics lesson, a boy must of course ask the perfectly irrelevant question, "When was Apollonius born,- Sir?" The master, scorning to be encyclopaedic, remarked facetiously, " Oh, probably about 9 a.m."

Hymn to Nature.

For the sun, the strong brother,—Was e'er such another In splendour so great and so fair in his might ?— For the moon, the chaste sister, (none other hath kissed her Save him, with the gift of his own glorious light); For their faithful attendants, the stars in ascendance, FOE the night that enshrouds them, yet adds to their glow, For winds, clouds, together; storms, calms, and all weather That gives to earth's creatures the vigour they know; Clear water, bright fire, our every desire So ready to serve within limits ordained, But chief the earth-mother, by whom, by no other, The fruits and the flowers of the field are sustained; For the world's countless wonders, its lightnings and thunders, For all forms of beauty that nature imparts; For hands to employ them and souls to enjoy them, We praise the great Maker with o'erflowing hearts. H. MAY, 1916. 47

Death of Mr. D. E. Stodart.

Just as we are going to press we hear of the death of Mr. D. E. Stodart, formerly owner of Mooramong Station. Mr. Stodart entered the College on the opening day, 1861, and, until failing health kept him away, he was always a conspicuous figure amongst the Veterans at the Old Boys' dinner and various College functions. Three of his sons, all Old Boys, have seen service in the present war. Mr. Stanley Calvert, nephew of the deceased, represented the College at the funeral.

Exchanges.

WE beg to acknoAvledge the receipt of the following exchanges:—Hutchin's School Magazine, The Scotsman, The Hamiltonian, Prince Alfred College Chronicle, The Scotch Collegian, The Xaverian, The Sydneian, Wesley College Chronicle, The Corian, The Armidalian, The Launcestonian, The Brighton Grammarian, Coo-ee, The Torchbearer, The Kyrian, The King's School Magazine, The Melburnian, The Hawkesbury Agricultural Journal, Brisbane Grammar School Magazine, Aurora Australis, The Armidalian.

H. Thacker, Printer, Geelong.