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“...and called upon “ even the most cynical, sceptical and pessimistic ” to “ take courage ”, as there was a good time coming for all during the month of August. After a hasty dinner he walked to the Gap to say the last Goodbye to those who were leaving, and to whom he had been as a father. In the afternoon he usually gave Singing lessons, when the house would be filled with music for those who made and for those who heard it. Some of this was his own, composed for the School he loved, in both its Chefoo and Ruling settings. More was the music of others, which he taught and accompanied with exquisite musicianship. In preparing for the Prizegiving Programme, he had become deeply satisfied with his pupils’ performance, in which he and they found intense delight. This afternoon, however, the school was sitting for examinations and Mr. Houghton worked at papers in his study, till Mrs. Houghton heard with relief that he was going to have a quick game of tennis before supper, while she went to do some...”
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“...Hidden Forts or the Bamboo "Temple. Then in Camp he (together with Mr. Bazire) started up a Scouts’ troop and those in it certainly enjoyed good scouting and grand fun under his leadership. The job of being “ locum parentis ” is never easy and especially was this so during Weihsien days, but Mr. Houghton did the difficult job supremely well and many an Old Chefusian will remember with gratitude the example and instruction he gave us. G.D.V. ***** As I have only just completed my studies at the Chefoo School, Ruling, I have very vivid memories of Mr. Houghton, whether he was in the class-room or on a hike. He meant a lot to us all and did a lot for us all for which we are eternally indebted. He treated everyone not only as should a good headmaster but also as a kind father. In his teaching he was excellent, instructing us by methods that would convert his teaching into our learning. Nor were his lessons dull, for his wit was liberally scattered. His pupils looked forward to the next French...”
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“...C.S.A. MAGAZINE General Committee Notes 'THE Committee would like me to convey A to you all its best wishes for a very happy and prosperous New Year 1951, May the Lord be with you during these troublous days. 1. I am sure that you will all have read, with great regret, of the passing of Mr. Stanley Houghton at Ruling. We owe a lot to him as a Master at the Chefoo Schools. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved, and are thankful to know that they have a Comforter and Friend who is ever true and sticketh closer than a brother. 2. We welcome as a Vice-President— Miss Dora Trudinger—nominated by our Australian Branch. We know that she has put in a lot of service for the C.S.A. in that Country and thank her wholeheartedly for her devout support. This is but a small token of our high esteem for her. 3. The long awaited Address Book is now ready, and we hope' to distribute it with this magazine. If you see any errors, please let me know. If you know of any old Chefusians whose names...”
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“...A History of the China Inland Mission School at Chefoo, China By DR. F. V rT'HE First Great World War was now over (1919), and the school’s relationship to it should be recorded. By the time the Armistice was signed two hundred, i.e. 80% Old Boys, and a number of the Old Girls were on active service or engaged in war work : 75% of the former were serving before conscription was introduced. The majority were holding commissions. In 1916 King George V sent to the schools an expression of appreciation of what the School was doing. The following is, as far as can be ascertained, a list of those who obtained distinctions. Jean Chaffonjon, F. V. Curtis and Stanley Clark received the Croix de Guerre, the last with riband ; T. McCarthy, W. Taylor and F. V. Curtis the Military Medal ; G. Butland, B. Cahusac, G. Clark, M. Forsyth, L. Kidd, Algernon Smith and J. Wright the Military Cross ; G. Butland and M. Mills were mentioned in despatches ; P. Le-Provost and another received the Distinguished Service...”
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“...at this period included Miss S. Rough, November 1921, and Miss A. K. Willoughby, February, 1922, for the Prep. School ; Mrs. S. Carr, October, 1921, who relieved Mrs. Kpight for furlough, and Miss M. A. Orr-Ewing, 1922, for the Girls’ School. Dr. and Mrs. Dixon from America paid a visit to Chefoo during the first week of July, 1922, and were a means of spiritual blessing. So were Mr. and Mrs. Sherwood Eddy in mid-October. Though his meetings were primarily for the Chinese, resulting in over 900 signing papers to study the Gospels, and over 100 to be Christians, Dr. Eddy also addressed the schools ; a service which was pronounced one. of the best ever. held. Typhoons seldom come as far north as Chefoo, but on September 2nd and 3rd, one of unusual severity attacked the port for thirty-six hours. The roofs of two upper classrooms of the Prep. School were damaged and the verandah collapsed. Fortunately no children were present at the time. It was this winter that the Northern Party ran into...”
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“...was increased by the gift of a large new bathing raft from the Chefoo Schools Association. It was well timed, for a storm on July 13th washed both rafts adrift, and the old one. was never recovered. Adding variety to the routine came a strike on October 6th by the servants of the Boys’ School. Masters and boys, however, rose to the occasion and carried on for several days till the trouble was successfully negotiated. Another event which might have had far more, serious consequences was the report on November 6th that General Wu Peifu’s retreating troops (said to be 20,000 in number) were marching on Chefoo. Extensive looting would almost certainly follow. The Commander of the U.S.A. warships in port asked for quarters in the schools in which to billet marines. Though preparation was made, fortunately this action was not needed—another instance of the Lord’s protection. A fall of snow on November 9th, though slight in Chefoo, is said to have diverted the troops. At the same time it was reported...”
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“...Not only was psychiatric work very backward, but one of the hospitals had been occupied by three different armies during the war, and a police school still had its newest building. We were not able to do much, but we did make a start by giving a course in mental nursing to the staff in two mental hospitals, which paved the way for further work if the Greeks wished to carry it on. On returning from Greece I was appointed Inspector of Training Schools for the General Nursing Council of England and Wales. This involved visiting about 186 training schools in mental and mental deficiency hospitals, and it took just over two years. This was a period of great difficulty for mental hospitals, and also a period of great hopes and fears. Many changes were being made, and more were expected, and one found optimism and pessimism side by side. On the one hand there is a more liberal attitude and greater opportunities in. the National Health Service, on the other all the difficulties of shortages, both...”
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“...who reminded him ?—that as we stood on each side of the Memorial Hall doors, the one text that was invariably repeated to us was the ever-fresh one (to the missionary !) of “ I had rather be a door keeper in the house of my God, than dwell in the tents of wickedness ”. When Jack Tomkinson saw me, it reminded him of my uncle Jim, who was a contemporary of his, who ran away from School ! He and another kid kept their crusts and saved a few coppers and got on a sampan and intended to go out into Chefoo Bay and get on to a passing steamer ! They were finally discovered, through a telescope spotting my uncle’s red blanket in the sampan, right out in the bay. He certainly deserved a good licking, but I don’t suppose he got it ! Do You Remember the lickings you got at School ? Reminds me of the vicarious licking I got when I was in the Prep. School. Wallie remembered this, so it is true ! The whole school were going out for a walk, and we started out through the back way so as to get on to San...”
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“... One fight I always remember was when I found myself against Edmondo Polverino. (Remember his father had the Barber shop near the Chefoo Club, as you turned off the Bund into town, not far from Suen Chang’s—of happy memory ! !) Polverino was stronger than I, and had me well on my back, but in those days we had a Goliath on our side in the form of John Herbert. He kept himself free from any local entanglements, and went around putting J.Rs. on top of W.As. He found me under Polverino and flicked us over, and placing Polverino’s arm over a suitable stone ledge, he left us. I sat on the chap’s chest and every time he moved bent his arm back ! ! Through these past months on furlough memories have come crowding back. At the Annual Meetings of the Mission in London last year I met Miss Blackmore, Mr. McCarthy, Dr. Judd and Mr. Bruce. All Principals of the Schools during my time. And I can’t begin to mention all the old masters and teachers I met in Canada, America, England and here in Australia...”
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“...over India and Pakistan all the next day and arrived at Cairo in the evening. I hired a car and visited the Pyramid and Sphinx and they certainly looked aweinspiring in the moonlight which hid the ravages of forty centuries. It was a glorious sight to watch the sun rise over the Mediterranean and to pass over the snow covered mountains of Crete. We arrived in Rome about mid-day and-1 spent four full days exploring the historic sites of this famous city. Having studied ancient Roman history at Chefoo I was especially interested in the older ruins and in trying to reconstruct the old stories I had heard. I was very anxious to see the Bridge that was defended by the heroic Horatius and his two valiant companions. After some probing round I discovered where it had stood. Many Chefooites must have learnt about Horatius from Mr. Alty. I can still vividly recall the occasion when he thundered out “ Hew down the bridge Sir Consul ” and as he uttered these words his cane flew from his hand through...”
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“...of Sledging on longer runs than the B.D. road or the old Highway. As one visits Austria the tragedy of the dismemberment of this once mighty empire is more and more evident. Now it is only an insignificant country with glorious scenery and a beautiful old capital city in Vienna. This city is still one of the most attractive places in Europe not only for its historical past of which there are many splendid memorials, but also, because it still leads the world in Music and its medical teaching schools are slowly regaining their former leadership in Medicine. Salzburg, a famous ecclesiastic city with a very interesting history, was well worth visiting during the Mozart festival. The city itself has much attraction for anyone with an exploring tendency. There is the old historic, one time impregnable, castle to wander round, old catacombs to explore, ancient . churches to visit and narrow winding streets to get lost in. Paris in the spring-time well justified its claim to be the most beautiful...”
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“...very lovable personalities whose quiet cheerfulness brought both happiness and calm to those with whom he came into contact. Behind his quiet manner there was a steadfastness of purpose and efficiency which set its mark on all that he attempted to do. Born of G.I.M. parents in 1914, he spent nearly 11 years at Chefoo where he took a prominent part in all the School activities, winning a steady succession of prizes on Exhibition Days, and gaining his first team colours in all games. His parents being at Chefoo he spent many winter holidays there, and his friends of those days may remember the hilarious and somewhat hectic times of bicycle hockey which Wilfrid organized ! On leaving Chefoo in 1931, he went to Edinburgh University for a short time. Soon, however, he felt the urge to join the R.A.F., but for the sake of his parents and friends he deferred taking the step until early in 1939. In the meantime, being at work in London, he found scope for his organizing ability by giving valuable ...”
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“...after “ Lights Out ! ”), and so was born the “Endeavour Band”, in which Ronald (Continued from page 8) night watchman was found asleep in his room near by. As usual, about the end of July, several scholars confessed their faith by baptism, this summer there being ten girls and eight boys. The presence in Chefoo of Mr. Godfrey Webb-Peploe to conduct the Children’s Special Service Mission was also a source of joy and blessing. Fighting broke out during the last week of November among the Chinese troops in the district for the possession of the Chefoo Barracks which were situated about two miles away towards the west end of the town. They were captured by the Naval Party. This “ Battle of Chefoo ”, as it was called, fortunately did not greatly disturb the residents on the East Beach. A summary of the Oxford Examinations from 1908 to 1925 (inclusive, but excepting 1917) gives the following figures : Entries (Preliminary, Junior and Senior) 681 ; Passes 653 (almost 96%). Failures 28. Honours : 1st...”
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“...familiar to me. Before very long I discovered quite a number present were the grown up children of my contemporaries. Then one after the other came to enquire about their former school friends in Australia with whom they had lost contact. Why are Old Chefusians such poor letter writers? Is it the result of that compulsory weekly home letter ? In spite of showery weather the usual game of rounders was organised. Strange to say there seemed to be fairly general agreement on the rules. My memories of Chefoo and subsequent reunions are always associated with arguments oyer the rules in rounders. Perhaps Mr. Bruce’s •, presence curbed the argumentative powers of the Chefusians present. A few enthusiasts played tennis and did not seem deterred by the steadily increasing rain. Finally we adjourned inside and Mr. Bruce spoke feelingly of the sudden home call of Mr. Houghton. • Family prayers were then held in which sacred memories of our remarkable religious training were recalled, and in conclusion...”
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“...use them. One item of * Chefoo ’ interest is that Mr. and Mrs. DUFF who gave the Ruling “ Fairy Glen ” Hotel to the G.I.M., have now come to N.Z. via the Phillipines, and settled in Dunedin where their sons will attend the University. CHINA BOB McMULLAN in Tsingtao sent his boy to get a man to help clean up his garden and he brought in an elderly man of 70 who turned out to be the former Prep School ‘ Head Man Liu Ch’eng San, known to many generations of Chefusians. Some former members of the Prep School staff here sent him a gift of money through Bob, who writes as follows in reply : “ I asked him if he would like the lump sum or in installments and he replied that he would like the lump sum so that his son who is doing a small egg business can use it as working capital. He was very pleased indeed that you have remembered him and wants me to pass on his thanks. He seems very well and cheerful and says that under God’s guidance he has no worries. ... I was in Chefoo for a day oi^so and saw...”
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“...She has seen quite a lot of ISABEL AITKEN (nee Harris) and also FRANCES HENDERSON (nee Cecil-Smith) while in Edinburgh and she says, “ It has been grand to have a home from home up here, and to be sure of a ‘ Chefoo welcome ’ whenever I visit them ”. ELVA COOK writes that she is still teaching at Cockburn High School, Leeds.. WINNIFRED started teaching this term at Wallasey Girls’ High School. Her subjects are English and Scripture and she appears to be settling down quite happily. ARTHUR is still in the Army, in the Middle East. He has moved from Cyprus to Benghazi and finds it rather different. DONALD GIBSON sends the following news of his family. MARGARET, now Mrs. Nash, is still in Coulsdon, Surrey, and is happily settled there. EILEEN, after many years at Reading Nursery Schools got the wanderlust, and is at the moment tripping to and fro between Southampton and New York as Nursery Stewardess on R.M.S. Mauretania. Of .himself he says, “ This spring has also been eventful for me : four...”
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“...Elizabeth Hutchings, Ward Sister at the Churchill Hospital, Oxford. My in-laws are farmers in Warwickshire. Our latest excitement is an old car which reduces my hands to a state of most unsurgical uncleanliness ! ” FRANCES HENDERSON {nee Cecil-Smith) also mentions seeing something of MARGARET CLAYTON. AND ISABEL AITKEN and her two little boys who are a handful of liveliness but seem well now. IAN .WRIGHT and his mother had also been to see them. MISS FLORENCE HERBERT had a surprise touch with Chefoo when she went to a welcome for the new minister at the North Berwick Abbey Manse and met JOHN GREEN’s wife. Miss Herbert is to become the leader of the first Comradeship Group in North Berwick and at the moment has five members, with two more hoping to join at the next meeting. She has had a very busy .and difficult year, which began with acute arthritis in one knee which made her unable to move a step. However, she has made a very good recovery and can now go ten miles on her bicycle. If any...”
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“...June at his sister DOROTHY’S home in Kent. HOWARD was delighted to bump into (not literally !) MR. LEA at a county cricket match in Hove early in August. Two years ago he happened to meet Mr. McCarthy at a Test Match at the Oval. So Chefoo still retains her interest in cricket ! His elder son Peter is now in an Insurance job and travels up to London daily. His younger son Michael is at St. Lawrence College, Ramsgate, and seems to be doing well there. His wife is very well these days. DOROTHY COUSINS (ne'e Joyce) and her family moved from Kent up to Inverness-shire at the end of August and hope to settle there. Her eldest daughter was married before they left. Her husband has a post with a firm in Nigeria. ROSSELL H. JUDD, whose name is the first on the Chefoo School Register, December 1st, 1880, lost his wife on October 2nd. They had celebrated their Golden Wedding just over a year ago, and had this September welcomed their first great-grand-daughter. Our sympathy goes out to the family...”
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“...after making a 'good recovery from his recent illness. WILLIAM has passed his 2nd M.B. and has started walking the wards at London Hospital. Unfortunately this has necessitated the removal of the beard which he had carefully cultivated during his motorcycle trip on the Continent during his summer vac. MRS. DANSEY SMITH recently visited ADRIAN and his family at their home in Chichester, and whilst there spent a couple of days with MRS. CHALLICE (GERTIE MCCARTHY) who was one of her school-mates at Chefoo. Since returning home, Mrs. Dansey Smith has had a visit from RHODA CALLIS (GRAINGER). NEVILLE’S wife, after six months in bed, is now at home, trying to get back the use of her limbs. The operation was successful, but has naturally left her with some stiffness. The following news of NORMAN TRAVERS has been received from his Mother nr a letter written at the end of August from'Southern Rhodesia : “Five months ago Norman went on a Baboon Hunt and had a terrible accident. He had his right shoulder...”
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“...nine each in two five passenger cars, helped keep us warm. I am going to the Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto to continue my training in pediatrics. Made a flying visit in November and through the kindness of the Seamans, who notified everyone, saw Mrs. HARRIS, MARION, and her fiancee, and RENE ROUSE, as well as the C.I.M. folks. I expect to see more of them all when I get back this summer. I feel indebted to the good example of DON GIBSON and DORIS SEAMAN at the hospital, as I think it’s my Chefoo background that made them take me. Just hope to keep up the tradition. “ EGBERT went back to China in late January reaching Hongkong in early February, then going on to Formosa, where he will probably help in one of the seminaries. GRACE has a daughter now, as well as the adopted son. The two are quite devoted to each other, and even look alike ! JOHN remains in the Air Force, now a Major at Mitchell Field, N.Y., working in Air R.O.T.C., writing tests and visiting the various R.O.T.C. groups...”