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pe A MLE VA UNS YA YY NT ANS RTE dh 14 § FAN y PO EAN ASIN YY : A EAS vi ES p A NA aR Fl IP et Ch BR ER Ta Ne Sr A NE a tt he i 14-- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1975 Mix business, pleasure Leave it to Cartwright High School to mix some delightful entertainment and music in with the school's commencement exercises Saturday evening at' the Blackstock Recreation Cent- re. The program, which fea- tured the presentation of graduation diplomas, prizes, scholarships and other awards, included selections by the séhool's glee club and a one:act play, the Mystery of Mouldy Manor. Janis Dorrell delivered the valedictorian. address, as follows; ™ "I don't know about you, but I thought if you received a letter during the summer holidays, from your High School principal it could mean nothing but bad news. Mr. Paisley assured me however, that his news would warm my heart but would probably spoil the rest of my glorious vacation. -My first premonition was right. Since then, I have been trying to condense five of the best years of my life into a few moments for this even- ing. It is an honour for me to have been chosen to give this Valedictory address on be- half of the graduating class of 1975, as we share our last commencement. } How many of you here tonight have found it a real asset to have come from a small town? The first big question at Carleton always is "Where are you from?" Those from Toronto haven't much of a conversation piece but when Mr. Tall, Dark and Handsome asks ME where I call home, I have his entire attention for the next few hours, just explaining. And if he dare make the mistake of- asking about my school, I have him hooked for the evening. I remember only too well, as I'm sure many of you do, those famous Cartwright in- itiations. In fact the clean-up was so thorough that week, I haven't had to wash my hair since. We grade niners knew that if we made it through initiation we. could handle anything! In our school almost every- one was involved. It might be - ... Glee Club, Dramatics, Lib-. rarian, Cheerleader or as a member of the Students' Council. Events such as Field Day, Township clean- up, Outer's Club, Heart Fund and the school trips to Strat- ford ALL helped to add to the tremendous school spirit of CHS. - : Although our school was small, every day was spec- ial. If it didn't start out that way we did our best to make it so. It was easy to keep in touch with the other students but if you hadn't been to the latest gossip session in the locker room, love letters or newsflashes could be found posted on the bulletin board. On one occasion, we found one of tonight's graduate's literally tacked to the board as well. When things got dull or we just wanted to bother the studious one at the back of the room, our favourite game ""Charades" would get under way. The all-time stumper was 'Chicken in the Bathtub.' This later became the Grade 13 anthem, re- placing the Grade 12 hit song, 'Mini Mini Ravioli'. If our studious student still hadn't joined in the festivi- ties, drastic measures would then be taken; 'Beat the Clock', relay races. using metre sticks, or, if all else failed, walking on top of the desks with the right shoe switched with the left one. The would drive even the most devout brain into hysteria. "The boundaries of educa- tion hold no limits. No pot of gold is achieved when your formal schooling ends. In fact your long journey to 'the end of the rainbow' 'has only just begun'. And so to you, the present students of CHS, it is neces- sary that you not only enjoy your high school life but also set your sights in order, so that you can decide what your real values are. You should learn to think for yourself, not just to cram or mémorize. Don't limit your- self, There is much in this world to see and do. As once said 'Never let schooling . interfere with your educa- tion'! ' Prouder of you my fellow graduates I could not be. If the worth of a school is to be - judged by the calibre of its products then we have in you an asset which will be a 'credit to the nation. I know that whatever challenges are offered, each of you will accept and succeed. Each will be a credit to the com- munity whether it be busi- ness, health care or as a liberated 'domestic' engine- er. I know we will all try to reach the personal goal that each of us has set, however high and hard it seems. To night we realize that the fun and work of high school are over. Most of us are now - living away from home - facing a strange world. We do not stand on our own merits. Our teachers, our churches and our communi- ties have moulded the found- ations upon which we are to build our future lives. But there are those here tonight to whom it is most difficult to say Thank You. Words cannot possibly ex- press our appreciation to parents. We are grateful to you for your guidance, for the set of values so taught us and your courage in defending them. We hope we will not fail you. Parenthood 'is the most "difficult career "anyone can choose, poor hours, no over- time pay, never a holiday -- and for all this responsibility you'll never get a raise, not even 10 percent. Success in this career is a reward found only in your own hearts. 'Well, Katie's getting a little weepy and Dalf's just have 'Cartwright High School held commencement exer- cises at the Blackstock Recreation Centre on Saturday before a packed house of parents, friends, officials and former students. Cartwright's presentation included a - one act play as well as musical selections. Seen here with valedictorian Janis Dorrell is school principal Gord Paisley and M.P.P. Bill Newman. dropped off for the second time, so I'll take my cue and wish you all a good night and to the graduating class for whom there will always be 1 place in my heart, Boune Chance! Poor George, he really must have been wondering if this could be a new approach in learning, when he came in to clean our room. 1975, Women's Year is the perfect time for our class to graduate, as you have prob- ably noticed the high ratio of girls. Oh well, it kept a constant smile on Paul's face. We liberated CHS in many ways. One of which was disposing -of.-the--Snow---- Carnival Queen by replacing her with a king. A landmark now dearly missed I'm sure, from the CHS parking lot, is the hot- test Chevy Blackstock has every seen...a truly unique car, which for several months lacked reversegear. It was most appreciated on those cold January Phys Ed Days when our entire class filled it to capacity as we all preferred even it to 'walking. Rumour bas it 'the Students' Council wish to purchase and bronze it as a monument to our class. Sure, there were times when we got bored and when we'd had a rough morning. Then I'd suggest we all go to Vancouver for noon hour, but they'd all change their minds when they realized I was driving. - Most of the time our class was lucky - tragedies were few - losing a beau, gaining five pounds, or perhaps the greatest disaster - breaking the zipper on your favourite pair of levis. . We learned much more than the basics at our school. It took several years for us to realize--that--our "teachers were human. Now we know how trying we were and can appreciate what dedication and hard work they put into their jobs. Mr. paisley, we _thank you for your tolerance and patience. Mrs. Procunier never fail- ed to amaze us with her endless knowledge of econ- omics. Sarg's classes were NEVER boring, but if a late' night before forced one to yawn in her history class; it (continued on page 15) News from Manchester By Ruby Fielding The Manchester UCW met at the church on Nov. 6 with 22 members present. Hymn 445 opened the devotional. Alverta Roberts read the scripture. Mrs. Florence Mitchell chose the topic "Forgive and Forget", for. our memorial service. Ber- nice Dobson reported on the Presbyterial convention at Albert Street Church. The tréasurers report and hospi- tal report were good. Mrs: Ken Rodd invited the group to her home for their annual Christmas party on Dec. 11. A delicious lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Johnson visited their daught- er Mr. and Mrs. Jim Torrens and family at Montreal over RAR ARI the weekend. Sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Allan Jackson and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Dobson in the passing . of their nephew, Mr. Bill Dobson of Toronto last week. A speedy recovery is wish- ed for Mrs. Dolly Roberts who has had eye surgery in Oshawa Hospital recently. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Moffat of Brandon. Manitoba and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Holtby of Innerkip visiting atthe Holt- byholme Farms over the weekend. Mrs. M. Battae Dorothy of Waterloo week- end guests with Mr. and Mrs. L.B. Roberts and Sunday guests were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Mitchell and Mr. and 'a | and Mrs. Gordon King, Brad and Wade of Rexdale. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hirst and Beth of Midland, Mrs. Bert Mayhew and Gary of Orillia, Mr. and Mrs. Leon- ard Maurice and Daniel of | Montreal and Mr. and Mrs. Art Anness and family of Little Britain Saturday visit- ors with Mr. and Mrs. Art Fielding. WINTARIO TICKETS available at the Port Perry Star Commencement (continued school through its sports, clubs and classroom life. In the last five years we have seen a championship basket- ball team come and go, © experienced a change in ad- ministration, and watched the music programme start- ed by Mr. Chellow, blossom. under the leadership of Mr. Baird, things, we have grown up. 'We - have made many friends at Port Perry. Some . of us even went as far as to talk to the odd teacher. A "- recent rumour says that teachers -are really human beings dressed up, but after all....it's only a rumour, Oh, teachers, we won't forget you. We won't forget Mrs. Lackie and her noise struggle with the (card)....er.... common room. We won't forget Mr. Firth and his representative sketches. We won't forget that Mr. Robin- son topped the best-dressed teacher list of room 120. We won't forget Monsieur Sott, Mr. Brandon, Mr. Burt, Mr. Barton, Mr. Sharpe, Mr. -.-Hoofer...er...(Wallace); -Mr :- - West and Mrs. Quail, for each of these teachers has taught us something besides the required subject. They have - taught us life; getting along with each other, working together, achieving happi- ness, sadness, satisfaction, humour, success and failure. Each was willing to help' us when we needed him and many gave up their valuable time through the years to coachor direct extra curricu- lar activities. I remember the teacher who directed the choir's musical "Trial by Jury". He never gave us our cues, as a matter of fact, we called him "QOur-Cue-less' (Arculus). Teachers, thank you for everything! Parents, you raised and . supported us, but most important, through all our mistakes, youlovedus. What can we say? Thank you. Now we have come toa new place on the road of life. It is time for us to leave these famniiliar.corridors.and-move.--- out into the world. We will miss you, Port Perry High School. You've been good to us. We hope we've been good, to you. Years from now we During' all these will remember the good times you gave us. To express my thoughts of the high school years, I quote ' this passage from atflovel by Charles Dickens: "It was the best of times, it Ly was the worst of times, it was: the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity....."" (A Tale of Two Cities - Charles Dickens). . ' Ladies and Gentlemen, It was the best of times. \Thank you.and goodbye. 5-2 victory for Wheels Poor ice conditions in West Rouge slowed both teams and the Toyota Wheels fell behind 2-1 in the second period. The Wheels added to their problem when two men went to the penalty box, leaving Evans, Phil Coch- rane, and Jones to kill off the infractions, puck and sent a sizzler bet- ween the posts to tie the game. - \ Midway through the third .period, Rob. Evans notched his second goal of the night on a play from Stu Cochrane .and Mike Healy. Phil Coch- rane and Steve Jones who had teamed up early to score the games 'first goal made the connection again, late in the third with Jones counting this time and Cochrane assisting. And just to show the fans that the Wheels never quit, scored the final goal with only 28 seconds to go; the assist going to defenseman, Terry Flieler. Goalies Merle Schewaga and Charlie Durward fielded many hard shots and Dur- ward managed to be heard, despite his mask and com- sequently picked up a mis- conduct. Some things are better left - unsaid...eh, Charlie? __The final score was.5:2.in...............: favour of Port Perry. The. Wheels travel to Port Hope on Friday and host the midgets from Stouffville on Monday, November 17. __ Evans skillfully stole the Stu Cochrane It was a big night for many students at Port Perry High School Friday, the day of the school's annual commencement exercises. Seen here getting together before the program are, from left, valedictorian Darcy Wallace, teacher Arend Dekker, program chairman, Gerry Scanlon and Tina Ruhl, who responded to the valedictory address.