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“...morning after His Majesty's death. On 28th. January (the day of the funeral) the official Memorial Service arranged by the British Consul and the Port Chaplain was held in the Memorial Hall, since St. Andrew's Church Was toa small for those who desired to be present. The Hall Was appropriately decorated and suitable music Was played. The service conducted by the Rev. Ives Stocker with help from Mr. Lutley and Mr. Aldis, Was attended by the official representatives of the various nationalities in Chefoo as Well as a large number of British subjects and others who wished to show their respect for the late Monarch. Earlier we had listened by radio to the Acces- sion of King Edward VIII. Besides the actual procla- mation of the Accession and Mr. Baldwin's speech, we heard a description of the crowds at St. James' Palace, the fanfare of the trumpets and the singing of the National Anthem....”
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“...CHEFOO, N. CHINA a FEBRUARY 1936. CONTENTS. Editorial 122 , Lectures 139 Sch. Chron 125 Oxford Results ... 144 Lit. & Deb. Soc. 129 Christmas 146 Who’s Who 131 ! Hockey Hints 149 Prep. Sch 134 ! Cricket etc 151 Photography 135 Old Chefusians ... 156 * * * EDITORIAL. 0^ HERE’S the title anyway, but I haven’t the least idea how to begin.” “Oh, something about being in the Sixth Form, as usual.” “Very well; ‘Now we are six’—I hope that’s a good literary beginning, A. A. Milne, you know—what dp you think?” (In a doubtful tone) “M‘m, but I think it’s ‘Now we are seven.’ ” “Well then, that won’t do. How would you begin?” “ ‘At last the time has come which we have so long anticipated and yet somehow dreaded. It did not seem possible that we should ever be the senior members of the school.’ ” (Long Pause). “Continue, I’m taking it down”. “Does it sound all right?” “Rather boring, but most editorials are.” “Oh yes, I think they’re meant to be, unless something...”
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“...should not a more common interest in Athletics prevail, to the benefit of everyone concerned? Why should not there be days for mixed tennis and days for mixed hockey? But above all else, why should we not have a joint Literary and Debating Society? This would provide for much better speeches, keener enjoyment of the debates and literary evenings and be a great benefit to all wishing to over- come any shyness in the presence of the opposite sex. A FRAGMENT (With apologies to Sir Walter Scott) O Chefoo shore, so bare and wild, Meet School for a poetic child; Land of brown hills and blinding blasts. Land of slow junks and swaying masts; Land of my youth! what mortal hand Can e’er untie the grateful band That knits me to thy sunny strand? As I review each well-known scene, Think what is now and what has been, My soul would fain as once of yore Stand on thy sunny shellstrewn shore....”
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“...been expected, and on the whole the Autumn Term has been one of success. When the Spring Term opens Miss Kendon and Miss Dobson will be leaving for furlough, Miss Scarlett will be here to take Miss Dobson’s place and Mr. and Mrs. Martin and family will be with us again. As further additions to the Staff of the Schools, Miss Fearn has recently arrived at the Prep. School and Mrs. Bazire has been teaching Music to many of the girls and boys in Co-Ed. Mr. and Mrs. Roberston will shortly be leaving Chefoo and Mr. and Mrs. Preedy will soon be going on furlough. After a year of most acceptable service, Mr. Aldis is returning to his work in Szechwan. Miss Twidale and Miss Rough are expected back during the coming term. The House System is now well established among the girls. In Sports the matches have been made more even and interesting and are sometimes even attended by boys. More enthusiasm and competition have also been shown in school- work. But the most recent means by which one may earn points...”
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“...publication and the drawings too. Of the latter we have inserted two. Both are topical sketches. One is a caricature of Mr. Aldis whose remarkable ability with his hockey-stick has scattered opponents in all directions; it was drawn by Mrs. Bazire. The other, by H.M. Griffin, shows how a certain Girl Guide imagined she was going for a hike on Oxford Holiday. We have heard with deep regret of the death of Mary Stuart in Edinburgh from meningitis: one so recently with us leaves many friends in Chefoo to grieve for her death and to share the sorrow of her family....”
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“...for a horde of coolies crouches at the only exit, ready to spring at the first sight of a pedestrian coming down the path. In the olden times this embarrassment could be avoided by the use of another gate or a hole in the barbed-wire fence. But now, all gates except one or two are locked and the wall is everywhere. Indeed, this wall cir- cumscribes (you know the word, Geometry students) the whole Compound with the exception of the Old Prep. Into the meanest hut within, not even the chief of the Chefoo Police can enter without the scrutiny of the watchman; while without, into the very sanctum sanctorum of the tumble-down Prep., the Principal’s awful study itself, even the goats may enter at will. The decay of the Old Prep, and the erection of the New Prep, and Co-Tuition buildings are symbols of the passing of the old and the coming of the new. Antiquated structures and contrivances have been set aside for modern buildings and conveniences. A hotel, draughty and hard to heat has been abandoned...”
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“...136 Unless you are prepared to risk a good many spoilt ones it is wiser not to try interiors without some good light gauge. Outside you should never need to take a time exposure except for a night lighting effect or a group photo in a shady place. In Chefoo if the day is at all bright it is fairly possible to take a snap for a group in the shade unless the background and surroundings are very dark. Having dealt with essentials we turn to the points which distinguish a merely passable picture from a really good one. This is no longer a cold scientific matter of calculation but is entirely artistic and shows the personality of the artist. You take your stand in a place which gives a beautiful setting, —not always easy “on the compound” where ugly electrical fittings or wires intrude into almst every desirable view. See that the principal object in the picture is near the middle but NOT exactly there. If it is a ship or facade of a building it should be furthest away from the side to which...”
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“...to grapejuice, milk and lemonade. Evidently the Ranger pantry was full of good things. When we felt satisfied with our meal we crept back to bed. Even Madam’s sharp ears had not detected a single sound. Soon sleep reigned in the camp, and not another sound was heard until we were awakened by Madam’s call to rise. Is it any wonder that we were not hungry for breakfast next morning? V.N.D. MASHED POTATOES As it was Sunday evening we began to prepare supper later than usual. Someone from far-off Chefoo was coming to supper, so we had to be extra speedy. One of the items on the menu was mashed potatoes. This vegetable proved to be very contrary when one wished to make it in a hurry. The potatoes were put on to boil and anxiously prodded at intervals; but do you think those spuds would get soft? After about half an hour we became fairly frantic, took the potatoes out and tried to mash them. However, after many...”
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“...in American schools and colleges. 'I hese include instrumental and glee clubs, art and camera clubs, science clubs, literary societies and numerous others of all descriptions. In closing, Mr. Andrews told us about the religious opportunities and activities, which are sadly lacking in the majority of American schools and colleges, where the Scrip- tures are considered myths, and where evolution is taught. He clearly pointed out the advantages of sound teaching and Bible Study such as we have in Chefoo. The last lecture was given on Nov. 4th by Mr. J. Hall Paxton, the American Consul. The subject, “American Poetry” was treated very informally, as Mr. Paxton seated himself in an armchair and invited those who cared to listen to come forward to the first few rows of seats. For the next hour we listened to selections from some of the best- known modern American posts. Perhaps the two which were most greatly enjoyed weri, “The Congo” by Vachel Lind- say and “Lepanto” by G. K. Chesterton (This last...”
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“...146 CHRISTMAS AT CHEFOO u^|ULLO, S------------, it’s good to see you again. What did you do up here these hols? What was Christmas like? Was it stale?” asks one who has just arrived back from a holiday in Shanghai. “Stale? !—have you ever known a Chefoo Christmas to be stale?” answers one who has stayed in Chefoo for the holidays. “Well, when I come to think of it, I don’t think 1 have. Well, anyway, tell me what happened.” “Oh well! I suppose I have time. It’s a long story to do justice to the magnificent celebrations. To begin with, at 6.30 p.m. on Christmas Eve, about 30 of us, mostly resid- ents in the C. I. M. Compound, met at the Prep., from which we made our usual round of carol-singing. This year we were collecting money for the Famine Relief Fund in the South of this province and we collected $100.95. Now I don’t know what other people did next morn- ing, but the boys of course awoke in the region of 4.00 a.m. and after the annual Christmas Day rag, we had a bath lasting nearly...”
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“...147 screens were removed, revealing a magnificent big model of the Chefoo Bay. It was lifelike even to minute detail. The Tower Hill Lighthouse flashed most realistically and also the beacons at the end of the Breakwater. To crown it all, three boats, the familiar Shengking and Shuntien, and a Jardine^ Matheson steamer, came sailing in with lights at the masthead, and even port and starboard lights. Of course the beauty of the whole thing was largely due to the lighting effects, for which many thanks are due to Mr. Li, of the Pilot Company, who very kindly brought up apparatus and lent his services to make it the success it was. On one of the three boats which sailed into the harbour Father Christmas could be seen waving to those who were so ready to welcome him. At last he came, and sang to us a parody on the famous, “How d’you do, Father Christmas, how d’you do?’’ Then he proceeded to business but to his dismay, he found that the boxes in which he had brought his presents were quite empty...”
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“...that requires most of your strength to life—you will merely tire your wrists out and generally beat the air. A good hockey stick is a delicate instrument, not a bludgeon, and it is far better to use one that is too light than one that is too heavy. Speaking generally, those below the fifth form should not use anything heavier than 16 ounces and fifth and sixth formers should not use sticks weighing more than 19. Another point worth mentioning in connection with equipment is that of footwear. In Chefoo, where the ground is dry and hard and there is no difficulty in getting a foothold, the lighter your shoes the better. Gym. shoes are ideal for forwards and halves. But if you play back or goal and have to stop the ball often, something a little more substantial will probably save you much agony and not greatly decrease your speed. The next matter of importance is that of your position on the field. If you are slightly built and can run fast you should try forward; those who are more sturdy and...”
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“...other parts of Ontario. She is now in her So- phomore year at Wilson College, Chambersburg, Pa. Miss Susie Rough arrived in Toronto in September and plans to spend about six months in that city. As a member of the staff of the Preparatory School in Chefoo, she has plenty to tell of the wonders of their new building. Marjorie Moore is engaged to Dr. Desmond Beall, of Vancouver, who has been doing research work in the Connaught Laboratories, Toronto. Malcolm Forbes is a student at Albert College, Bellevile Ont. Jock Davies is studying Arts at Knox College, Dunedin, New Zealand. Pat Leslie is in the Embassy Office at Nanking with her mother, who was secretary to Sir Miles Lampson. Carrie Mann has gone to Hwailu, after spending the summer at Chefoo with her parents. Marjorie Smith is taking a secretarial training in Hong Kong. Raymond Joyce sends interesting news of his work at Kitai in Chinese Turkestan. His last letter, just received, took three months to arrive! He has made two itineraries...”