HGS School Magazine Editorials - the 1950s
1950
Having recovered from the shock of beholding the gorgeous colours of the “Rainbow Rooms” after the old dull browns and creams, the Juniors have added their own original designs in various shades of blue. The stream of Staff which for the past years has flowed from the School so steadily seemed to have dried up; no-one left during the last two terms. But the stream has now threatened to become a river - we already know that nine members of the Staff are leaving at the end of the Summer Term. The return of Mr. Crossland and Mr. Storer at the start of each new school year has seemed as inevitable as the coming of Autumn. Their absence at the beginning of next term, however, will be noticed with deep regret. Mr. Crossland’s post as Senior Master will be filled by a worthy successor, Mr. Collette.
It was on Speech Day that the Headmaster warned us of such an exodus. The principal guest, Admiral Sir Ralph Leatham, KCB, despite interesting reminiscences of life in the old Hall, blotted his log-book by failing to grant a day’s furlough to the School. Three months later the boiler rectified the omission, but only for the Juniors. We hope that the Seniors will find the rewards for their toil in the results of the School Certificate and Higher School Certificate examinations. Instead of the Vth and VIth Form Dance, a return was made to the traditional “Prefect’s Party” at which many of the members of the Senior School were present by special invitation. After Mr. B. Lawton’s presentation of the famous “Indian Rope Trick”, we still fail to see where the magic lies. After a struggle with opponents who were both enthusiastic and eloquent, the Labour candidate in the School Election succeeded in obtaining a majority. Bribery and corruption were limited by the morals and purses of the candidates. The change in the interior of the School has been mentioned; no less worthy of mention is the great improvement which the grounds have shown under the care of the increased ground staff.
The Editorial Committee.
Marie Allen U6A,
Jean Dillon L6A
It was on Speech Day that the Headmaster warned us of such an exodus. The principal guest, Admiral Sir Ralph Leatham, KCB, despite interesting reminiscences of life in the old Hall, blotted his log-book by failing to grant a day’s furlough to the School. Three months later the boiler rectified the omission, but only for the Juniors. We hope that the Seniors will find the rewards for their toil in the results of the School Certificate and Higher School Certificate examinations. Instead of the Vth and VIth Form Dance, a return was made to the traditional “Prefect’s Party” at which many of the members of the Senior School were present by special invitation. After Mr. B. Lawton’s presentation of the famous “Indian Rope Trick”, we still fail to see where the magic lies. After a struggle with opponents who were both enthusiastic and eloquent, the Labour candidate in the School Election succeeded in obtaining a majority. Bribery and corruption were limited by the morals and purses of the candidates. The change in the interior of the School has been mentioned; no less worthy of mention is the great improvement which the grounds have shown under the care of the increased ground staff.
The Editorial Committee.
Marie Allen U6A,
Jean Dillon L6A
1951
The Staff have infused a new spirit and sponsored new activities in the School. The old order changes but the foundations remain. Old traditions have been strengthened and new ventures launched. Mr. Collette has celebrated his 25th year with the well-earned appointment as Senior Master. The revival of the Dramatic Competition has also brought much satisfaction. The advent of new activities in the Judo and Chess clubs must also be mentioned.
Of considerable importance to the School is the decision of the Governors to welcome a member of the Old Hilmians’ Association to their ranks. At last the School has its own representative on the Board of Governors in the person of Miss Freda Swaine. Our visitor at Speech Day this year was Professor Nicholson of University College, Hull. He brought excellent news of progress being made by Old Boys of the School at Hull. He remarked on the happy atmosphere of the present School and was given an opportunity to see something of past achievements in the shape of a film show. The School this year seemed very strange without Mr. and Mrs. Cliffe. We are glad to have them back again and to see Mr. Cliffe looking so well. Unfortunately the post-war rise in prices has caught up with the School Magazine. Printers’ wages and the increased cost of paper have compelled us to raise the price by 6d. Let us hope that the readers will feel compensated for this loss by what we dare to think is an improvement in the appearance of the magazine.
Waring, P. E., L6A.
Lodge, K. S., L6S.
Whittaker, R. J., U6A.
Gunthorpe, P., U6S. (no photograph is available)
Of considerable importance to the School is the decision of the Governors to welcome a member of the Old Hilmians’ Association to their ranks. At last the School has its own representative on the Board of Governors in the person of Miss Freda Swaine. Our visitor at Speech Day this year was Professor Nicholson of University College, Hull. He brought excellent news of progress being made by Old Boys of the School at Hull. He remarked on the happy atmosphere of the present School and was given an opportunity to see something of past achievements in the shape of a film show. The School this year seemed very strange without Mr. and Mrs. Cliffe. We are glad to have them back again and to see Mr. Cliffe looking so well. Unfortunately the post-war rise in prices has caught up with the School Magazine. Printers’ wages and the increased cost of paper have compelled us to raise the price by 6d. Let us hope that the readers will feel compensated for this loss by what we dare to think is an improvement in the appearance of the magazine.
Waring, P. E., L6A.
Lodge, K. S., L6S.
Whittaker, R. J., U6A.
Gunthorpe, P., U6S. (no photograph is available)
1952
John Butterfield
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Mabel Horbury
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Ellen Gell
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Edith Lill
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Now to a humbler task the Muse must stoop,
And so, the flowers of poesy that droop,
Revived, as if by elixir of learned pool,
Add colour fresh to new events at school.
Though many the conflicts and competitions,
The school has upheld its great traditions.
At Pontefract, our choirs, in the music field,
Came, saw and conquered - won trophy and shield.
The Seven, at Ilkley, with courage have fought,
And came near to winning the honour they sought.
In less happy vein - this year we’ve found
Our bones are softer than the rugby ground,
And boys with arms in slings, once often seen,
Showed that in sport they’d been too keen.
Now let us all give thought in this next section
To the stresses and strains of the mock-election.
Although the real one is a farce indeed
We had a few more tricks, it was agreed,
To mock the original; we were able
To fling more mud than Hercules from his stable.
But after all had had their riotous fling
The vote declared, The Liberal Way’s the thing.”
This year we have another new idea
Which fills the first and second forms with fear,
For trolley duty they are given now
And this is oft the cause of many a row.
But we will give the founder his due credit
For introducing systems of such merit.
Another new idea - from Miss Metcalfe the scheme –
Has made it easy to buy good ice-cream.
‘Tis time, we think, to view the outside world
Where Miss Corfe, Messieurs Foy and Lloyd are hurled
Away from us; whom we shall doubtless miss,
Two to new work and one to married bliss.
Do we again hear wedding bells this term?
If so, we hope the ladies will be firm.
But, seriously, we do extend with pride
The best of wishes to Miss Pole and Miss McBride.
Our debt to Mr. Manning we confess
For twenty-five long sessions - and no less –
“T.M.” has served with energy and skill
The inmates of the school upon the hill.
For cloth of crimson we our thanks now say
To all the members of the P.T.A.
Often the parents make us well aware
How keen is the interest they share.
On Speech-Day of this year our Labour Member
Was welcomed by the school; you well remember
The old remark re “Holmes Sweet Holmes” - a pity
To end with such a joke our inspired ditty!
But if these lines are faulty and some lame
At least give praise - and, with it, lasting fame
To editors who, the school to serve,
Have attempted metre with collossal nerve.
Editorial Committee:
Butterfield, J., L6S,
Mabel Horbury, L6A,
Ellen Gell, U6S,
Edith Lill, U6A.
And so, the flowers of poesy that droop,
Revived, as if by elixir of learned pool,
Add colour fresh to new events at school.
Though many the conflicts and competitions,
The school has upheld its great traditions.
At Pontefract, our choirs, in the music field,
Came, saw and conquered - won trophy and shield.
The Seven, at Ilkley, with courage have fought,
And came near to winning the honour they sought.
In less happy vein - this year we’ve found
Our bones are softer than the rugby ground,
And boys with arms in slings, once often seen,
Showed that in sport they’d been too keen.
Now let us all give thought in this next section
To the stresses and strains of the mock-election.
Although the real one is a farce indeed
We had a few more tricks, it was agreed,
To mock the original; we were able
To fling more mud than Hercules from his stable.
But after all had had their riotous fling
The vote declared, The Liberal Way’s the thing.”
This year we have another new idea
Which fills the first and second forms with fear,
For trolley duty they are given now
And this is oft the cause of many a row.
But we will give the founder his due credit
For introducing systems of such merit.
Another new idea - from Miss Metcalfe the scheme –
Has made it easy to buy good ice-cream.
‘Tis time, we think, to view the outside world
Where Miss Corfe, Messieurs Foy and Lloyd are hurled
Away from us; whom we shall doubtless miss,
Two to new work and one to married bliss.
Do we again hear wedding bells this term?
If so, we hope the ladies will be firm.
But, seriously, we do extend with pride
The best of wishes to Miss Pole and Miss McBride.
Our debt to Mr. Manning we confess
For twenty-five long sessions - and no less –
“T.M.” has served with energy and skill
The inmates of the school upon the hill.
For cloth of crimson we our thanks now say
To all the members of the P.T.A.
Often the parents make us well aware
How keen is the interest they share.
On Speech-Day of this year our Labour Member
Was welcomed by the school; you well remember
The old remark re “Holmes Sweet Holmes” - a pity
To end with such a joke our inspired ditty!
But if these lines are faulty and some lame
At least give praise - and, with it, lasting fame
To editors who, the school to serve,
Have attempted metre with collossal nerve.
Editorial Committee:
Butterfield, J., L6S,
Mabel Horbury, L6A,
Ellen Gell, U6S,
Edith Lill, U6A.
1953
Joan Dyson
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Mary Stansfield
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Maurice Poole
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Herbert James
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We give the place of honour in this 1953 edition to our new insignia, the result of Mr. Leonard’s inspiration. No longer are we in danger of being mistaken for members of the Yorkshire County Cricket Club, the St. John’s Ambulance Brigade or certain other Yorkshire grammar schools. Our saddest task of the year was to say goodbye to Alderman Flavell as Chairman of the Board of Governors. He was a member of the first governing body of Hemsworth Grammar School and has held the position of Chairman for 25 years. During his long service he has worked courageously for the benefit of the school, enthusiastically supporting our interests. It is reassuring to know, however, that, as he is still a member of the Board of Governors, the benefit of his advice and experience are still available to the school. We welcomed his successor, Councillor Cooper, on Speech Day when our Guest of Honour was Professor Moore who entertained us with a speech which held interest for both pupils and their parents. We congratulate Bruce, Manning and Hughes on receiving a County Major Scholarship, a State Scholarship and a Hull University Open Scholarship, respectively. Among other distinguished visitors to the school during the year was the Bishop of Kingston, Jamaica, who gave an enlightening talk about his homeland. We should like to thank the Parent-Teachers’ Association for the gift of book prizes as permanent mementos to the winners of the House Merit Badges. On behalf of the whole of the school we should like to express our sorrow at the unfortunate illness which unexpectedly took Mr. Young from our midst. We are pleased to know that his health is improving and wish him a speedy recovery. Last year, the School lost the services of Miss McBride, Miss Pole and Mrs. Owen. We wish them all future happiness. Their places have been taken by Miss Kilner, Miss Elliott and Miss Parkin. Together with these new members of staff we welcome Mr. Stewart and Mr. Collins. Our thanks are also due to Messrs. Greenhough, Bryson and Davis who have helped the school at such short notice. We are always pleased to hear that a member of Staff is about to get married. At Christmas, it was the turn of Mr. Senior to whom we extend our heartiest congratulations. We should also like to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Allan on the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth, and Mr. and Mrs. Revill on the birth of their son, Christopher.
Editorial Committee:
Joan Dyson, L6S.
Mary Stansfield, L6A.
Poole, M., U6A.
James, H., U6S
Editorial Committee:
Joan Dyson, L6S.
Mary Stansfield, L6A.
Poole, M., U6A.
James, H., U6S
1954
Betty Allen
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Joan Dyson
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Josephine Wilkinson
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Mark Nurney
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In the last issue of the School Magazine, the new School Badge was introduced. This year, our thirty-third issue, incidentally - we have thought fit to give it its proper place, and have therefore incorporated it in a cover design, for the planning of which we have to thank Mr. Combs. We are hoping that this may remain the permanent, distinctive cover of the Hemsworth Grammar School Magazine.
There are certain features of our Magazine this year which we hope will give not only pleasure to those who read, but direct stimulus to those who might contribute, the pupils, all six hundred and odd of them - and some of them, as we know, are very odd! For example, we have been generously permitted to award book token prizes to the writers of what in our opinion, were the best contributions submitted in prose and (let us not plunge too deeply into waters which Upper 6A have not been able to chart so far) in verse. Allowance was made for age. The democracy of our awards is surely demonstrated by the fact that one of the winners is an eminent Sixth Former whilst the other is, or was, an “unknown” First Former. We have tried to select, from the welter of material submitted, contributions which were original and natural. Furthermore, we hope the introduction of a Stop-press Sports Section will give the Magazine added freshness; we say “added,” because we editors have always been “fresh,” despite the common opinion that we “stink.”
We wish to make two serious points. The first must be an expression of sincere thanks to the Old Hilmians’ Association for their gifts to our School of a handsome chair and table, thus realising their original intention of showing respect for those pupils of our School who died in the Second World War. Secondly, the School has lost, with the retirement of Dr. M. S. Ross, one who showed his admiration for the School in the perfect way by being an efficient doctor to any of our pupils when they needed medical attention, and by being generous in such ways as gifting books to the School Library.
Lastly, we offer our thanks to Mr. Johnston for his Supervision of all Editorial Committee Meetings. If the magazine is half as enjoyable as our meetings, we shall be satisfied. Right! Read on!
B. Allen, U6A.
J. Dyson, U6S.
J. Wilkinson, L6S.
M. Nurney, L6A.
There are certain features of our Magazine this year which we hope will give not only pleasure to those who read, but direct stimulus to those who might contribute, the pupils, all six hundred and odd of them - and some of them, as we know, are very odd! For example, we have been generously permitted to award book token prizes to the writers of what in our opinion, were the best contributions submitted in prose and (let us not plunge too deeply into waters which Upper 6A have not been able to chart so far) in verse. Allowance was made for age. The democracy of our awards is surely demonstrated by the fact that one of the winners is an eminent Sixth Former whilst the other is, or was, an “unknown” First Former. We have tried to select, from the welter of material submitted, contributions which were original and natural. Furthermore, we hope the introduction of a Stop-press Sports Section will give the Magazine added freshness; we say “added,” because we editors have always been “fresh,” despite the common opinion that we “stink.”
We wish to make two serious points. The first must be an expression of sincere thanks to the Old Hilmians’ Association for their gifts to our School of a handsome chair and table, thus realising their original intention of showing respect for those pupils of our School who died in the Second World War. Secondly, the School has lost, with the retirement of Dr. M. S. Ross, one who showed his admiration for the School in the perfect way by being an efficient doctor to any of our pupils when they needed medical attention, and by being generous in such ways as gifting books to the School Library.
Lastly, we offer our thanks to Mr. Johnston for his Supervision of all Editorial Committee Meetings. If the magazine is half as enjoyable as our meetings, we shall be satisfied. Right! Read on!
B. Allen, U6A.
J. Dyson, U6S.
J. Wilkinson, L6S.
M. Nurney, L6A.
1955
Anne Wood
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John Farnsworth
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Michael Nurney
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Alan Vaughan-Birch
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This year we were very pleased to receive a much larger number of articles and, although many are not published, we hope that this will not deter writers from submitting articles next year. The standard of articles coming from seniors was generally fairly high, whereas the standard of junior articles was not as high as it has been in former years. We feel that those pupils who submitted copy of some value should receive recognition of the loyalty they have shown, and, therefore, we have drawn up the following list of Honourable Mentions :
C. Allen 1A, P. Ward 1C, Lockwood 1C;
H. Wilkinson 2A, D. Wood 2B, S. Tully, 2B;
M. Fish 3A;
G. Farnsworth 4A;
King 5A, Leary 5A, Marston 5A, J. Martin 5A, M. Pearson 5A;
M. Hardwick L6R, J. Foreman L6A.
Once more we make an appeal for more interesting reports; some improvement can be seen, especially in the report on the Stratford Theatre party, but, on the whole, the reports remain as limp as a decaying stick of rhubarb. Advertising has been introduced in a bid to keep down the price of a larger magazine. Whilst we were canvassing for advertisements, a very surprising fact came to light; people quite unconnected with school were willing to advertise, whilst those business men who derive direct benefit from the school were unwilling to do so. A glance at the advertisements will reveal this unusual situation. We restrain ourselves from making further comment.
This year we have seen a few changes in the staff. At the end of the 1954 Summer term, we said goodbye to Mr. Allan, Miss Austin, Mr. Senior and Miss Wimpenny. We send our good wishes to them. At the beginning of the Autumn term, we welcomed Miss Collins, Miss Davies, Mr. Bulley and Mr. Colley. We hope they do not regret having accepted their appointment. We were very happy indeed to see Mr. Young teaching again after his illness, although we are sorry that his appearance seemed to be the sign for the disappearance of Mrs. Young, whose place has been taken by Miss. Riggott. The school has undergone other changes during the last twelve months. For a short period of time, until the day of the Mock Election, the walls were distastefully decorated with election posters appealing, in vain, to the intelligence, and, most effectively, to the emotions. Mr. Clem Dillon was elected; any correspondence should be directed to Box 3, Hyde Park, London. We congratulate all four Candidates (the others were Robinson, Nurney and Ardron) on their ingenuity and courage.
Other changes have not been so pleasant; some fine old trees have been uprooted so that excavators could dig the foundations for a new gymnasium and a new Science block near the site of the pavilion. The old place will never be the same again. There are consolations however; the vocabulary of pupils is, doubtless, being rapidly increased; and First Form pupils, by observing the desperate endeavours of workmen to gain a tender word of praise from a fatherly foreman, are at last realising the full significance of the school motto - - - - “Labor ipse Voluptas”
Robinson, L6A (No photograph available)
A. Wood, L6R
Farnsworth, L6S
Nurney, U6A
Vaughan-Birch, L6S
C. Allen 1A, P. Ward 1C, Lockwood 1C;
H. Wilkinson 2A, D. Wood 2B, S. Tully, 2B;
M. Fish 3A;
G. Farnsworth 4A;
King 5A, Leary 5A, Marston 5A, J. Martin 5A, M. Pearson 5A;
M. Hardwick L6R, J. Foreman L6A.
Once more we make an appeal for more interesting reports; some improvement can be seen, especially in the report on the Stratford Theatre party, but, on the whole, the reports remain as limp as a decaying stick of rhubarb. Advertising has been introduced in a bid to keep down the price of a larger magazine. Whilst we were canvassing for advertisements, a very surprising fact came to light; people quite unconnected with school were willing to advertise, whilst those business men who derive direct benefit from the school were unwilling to do so. A glance at the advertisements will reveal this unusual situation. We restrain ourselves from making further comment.
This year we have seen a few changes in the staff. At the end of the 1954 Summer term, we said goodbye to Mr. Allan, Miss Austin, Mr. Senior and Miss Wimpenny. We send our good wishes to them. At the beginning of the Autumn term, we welcomed Miss Collins, Miss Davies, Mr. Bulley and Mr. Colley. We hope they do not regret having accepted their appointment. We were very happy indeed to see Mr. Young teaching again after his illness, although we are sorry that his appearance seemed to be the sign for the disappearance of Mrs. Young, whose place has been taken by Miss. Riggott. The school has undergone other changes during the last twelve months. For a short period of time, until the day of the Mock Election, the walls were distastefully decorated with election posters appealing, in vain, to the intelligence, and, most effectively, to the emotions. Mr. Clem Dillon was elected; any correspondence should be directed to Box 3, Hyde Park, London. We congratulate all four Candidates (the others were Robinson, Nurney and Ardron) on their ingenuity and courage.
Other changes have not been so pleasant; some fine old trees have been uprooted so that excavators could dig the foundations for a new gymnasium and a new Science block near the site of the pavilion. The old place will never be the same again. There are consolations however; the vocabulary of pupils is, doubtless, being rapidly increased; and First Form pupils, by observing the desperate endeavours of workmen to gain a tender word of praise from a fatherly foreman, are at last realising the full significance of the school motto - - - - “Labor ipse Voluptas”
Robinson, L6A (No photograph available)
A. Wood, L6R
Farnsworth, L6S
Nurney, U6A
Vaughan-Birch, L6S
1956
Yvonne Harris
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Alec Wall
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Elaine Picken
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Ray Noble
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To our hands there came a preponderance of prose work, and it was of high standard. The verse, by contrast, was scarce and dull. It lacked individuality and spontaneity and we feel there would be a great improvement if our aspiring poets would choose less-worn subjects and reveal a little personal thought and emotion. Of three people we make special mention. Taylor, of V.A., for winning a prize in two successive years; Farnsworth, of U.6.S., for his unfailing submission of puzzle material; and Abbott., of L.6.S., for his irrepressible humour. Shadowing the events of the session has been the death of Mr. Combs, and we think it significant and appropriate that this issue should be relatively bare of illustration. We are pleased to print a tribute by the Headmaster. There has been a cascade of staff changes since last July. Miss Carter, Miss Whitworth and Miss Kilner left; we wish them well in Cambridgeshire, in Great Houghton and in Wilhelmshaven. Of the new-comers, whom we welcome, Miss Hampshire, Miss Fleming, Mr. Sale, Mr. Boyd and Mr. Wharton have already firmly established themselves. Mrs. Sugden and Mr. Wood (drawing many a female sigh) have been helping us in this time of crisis; and Mr. Tate has quickly settled into the gymnasium he once played in. We are pleased, too, to have Mr. Leonard back after a long and serious illness. During the Easter break, two members of staff (ignoring the plea of income-Tax authorities and pupils), were married - Mr. Boyd and once-Miss-Collins-now-Mrs.-Podmore. The school continues to suffer physical change. The sight of a glamorous, new Fives Court has reconciled Sixth Formers to the translation (not of Latin or French); Bull-dozers, cement-mixers, cranes, etc. roar round us and, despite the hurricane which deftly de-roofed the new gym, work is proceeding rapidly. The editors, in conclusion, wish to extend their thanks to Anne Bedford and Pamela Peel for plodding Hemsworth to maintain our advertisements. and to Mr. Johnston for his help and patience.
Y. Harris, U.6.A.
Wall, A., U.6.S.
E. Picken, L.6.A.
Noble, R., L.6.S.
Y. Harris, U.6.A.
Wall, A., U.6.S.
E. Picken, L.6.A.
Noble, R., L.6.S.
1957
We received a large number of contributions for this issue of the magazine, and though many remain unpublished, we hope their authors will continue to submit articles for future issues. We are willing to accept contributions from now on for next year’s magazine - stories, poems, essays, reminiscences of holidays at home and abroad; and we welcome new ideas. The Mag. is what you make it. There have been many changes in the staff since our last issue. Our good wishes for happiness in their new posts go to Mr. Walker, Mr. Collins, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Burnett and Miss Harris. We are sorry to see them go, as we are to say goodbye to Mrs. Blatherwick, Miss Fleming and Mrs. Podmore. We hope that Mr. Manning will make a speedy recovery and that both he and Mrs. Manning will be happy in their new home. To Mrs. Manning, Mrs. Street, Mrs. Mendham and Mrs. Gargate, we extend our thanks for sacrificing their own convenience to help us out in difficult circumstances.
We received a large number of contributions for this issue of the magazine, and though many remain unpublished, we hope their authors will continue to submit articles for future issues. We are willing to accept contributions from now on for next year’s magazine - stories, poems, essays, reminiscences of holidays at home and abroad; and we welcome new ideas. The Mag. is what you make it. There have been many changes in the staff since our last issue. Our good wishes for happiness in their new posts go to Mr. Walker, Mr. Collins, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Burnett and Miss Harris. We are sorry to see them go, as we are to say goodbye to Mrs. Blatherwick, Miss Fleming and Mrs. Podmore. We hope that Mr. Manning will make a speedy recovery and that both he and Mrs. Manning will be happy in their new home. To Mrs. Manning, Mrs. Street, Mrs. Mendham and Mrs. Gargate, we extend our thanks for sacrificing their own convenience to help us out in difficult circumstances.
1958
We would like to thank all those who have worked to make this issue of the magazine a success, and we hope that those whose contributions remain unpublished will not be deterred from submitting material next year. We are grateful to Mr. Hinton (Opticians), of Hemsworth, for his interest in the Magazine, and for his generous contribution to our fund. We wish all members of the Italy Party a happy and interesting holiday. Book-token prizes go this year to Vickers, LVIA, Christine Allen, IVA, and Marlene
Womersley, 1B.
We would like to thank all those who have worked to make this issue of the magazine a success, and we hope that those whose contributions remain unpublished will not be deterred from submitting material next year. We are grateful to Mr. Hinton (Opticians), of Hemsworth, for his interest in the Magazine, and for his generous contribution to our fund. We wish all members of the Italy Party a happy and interesting holiday. Book-token prizes go this year to Vickers, LVIA, Christine Allen, IVA, and Marlene
Womersley, 1B.
1959
This year there has been a wealth of original work from Forms I, II and III which has underlined the lack of enthusiasm shown by the Senior School. We are, however, very grateful to all those who have helped in any way to make this issue possible. Features of interest include two pieces of research on local history - one concerned with education in East Hardwick in the last century and the other with early developments in South Elmsall. There is also a report on the activities of the Italy Party: photographs of the tour were taken by Mr. Leonard. We hope this year’s holiday in France will be equally successful. Book-token prizes have been awarded to Connolly, U.VI.A., and Anne Williamson, Celts. This year we have included a crossword competition which we hope all will enjoy. Congratulations to Margaret Woodward of 2A on her success in having a picture accepted for the National Exhibition of Children’s Art which was held in September 1958. The exhibition was organised by the “Sunday Pictorial”, and Margaret’s picture was one of 300 chosen from a total of over 3,500.
This year there has been a wealth of original work from Forms I, II and III which has underlined the lack of enthusiasm shown by the Senior School. We are, however, very grateful to all those who have helped in any way to make this issue possible. Features of interest include two pieces of research on local history - one concerned with education in East Hardwick in the last century and the other with early developments in South Elmsall. There is also a report on the activities of the Italy Party: photographs of the tour were taken by Mr. Leonard. We hope this year’s holiday in France will be equally successful. Book-token prizes have been awarded to Connolly, U.VI.A., and Anne Williamson, Celts. This year we have included a crossword competition which we hope all will enjoy. Congratulations to Margaret Woodward of 2A on her success in having a picture accepted for the National Exhibition of Children’s Art which was held in September 1958. The exhibition was organised by the “Sunday Pictorial”, and Margaret’s picture was one of 300 chosen from a total of over 3,500.
