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1 Valedictorian Addresses Fellow Students Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvilie, November 16,1988 Goodyear Employee Honored with Spirit Award Good evening. It does not seem long ago that we were making our first appearance at Bowmanvilie Bowmanvilie High School, and here we are, five short years later, making our last. Despite Despite the swiftness of the interval interval we can look back with pride and realise we have accomplished accomplished much. Mr. Taylor, Platform Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, Gentlemen, and fellow Graduates. It is certainly an honor and a great pleasure to be here this evening speaking on behalf of the graduating class of 1988. It is fitting that we take , this opportunity to reflect upon these days which will surely turn out to be some of the most memorable and important important of our lives. For many of us, our first memories include Initiation at the hands of such characters characters as Shawn Houston and Ross Grant. I remember Mark Tipping at the time voicing his displeasure, and promising that when he became became a senior, he would put some newcomer through equal misery. We agreed, but Mark, Mr. Taylor wasn't the newcomer we had in mind. Since grade nine, we've undergone considerable growth and learned much. In the classroom our education education has extended far beyond that demanded by the curriculum. curriculum. In Mr. Brunt's class, we tried our hardest to learn 'our stuff and answer those Part C questions. On the odd - occasion that we did get off track, we engaged in philosophical philosophical discourse. At the time, this seemed little more than conversation. Yet now as we are experiencing life in the real world, we realize it was very sound and valua- ble advice. Indeed, all the staff here at B.H.S. have played key roles in our development, both academically and spiritually, spiritually, and for this we owe them a great deal of thanks. We were very fortunate to have such finè teachers. Of course, there is much more than what goes on in the realm of academics that contributed to our high school memories. Consider Athletics: Our class is able to boast many fine teams and individuals. Who can forget the exhileration we felt when our baseball team registered two L.O.S.S.A. championships championships in three years at bat. Certainly Mike, Webber, Veiler and Chris Hall enjoyed enjoyed reading the writeups in the Toronto Star and the frown of Samuel Dempster. Who will forget, or when will we forget, the good times had by the Rugby team? Even though it has been many months since the British Columbia Tour, and despite the outrageous cost of long distance telephone calls, our boys are still taking every 'convenient' opportunity opportunity to keep in touch with their pals. Whether having won or lost, our boys and girls teams take away many positive experiences from their enrollment in B.H.S. sports. In competition of another sort, we should pay tribute to Jane Morgan and Mark Langley Langley who fared extremely well in the R.E.A.C.H. competition competition of general d. Also congratulations to Jane and Cheryl on their essay awards. Jamie Lever should be commended for playing Junior A hockey with the Oshawa Generals and still maintaining an impressive yoi academic record. He was Thi recognized for having the top scholastic average in the league. Well done Jamie, and well done to all those who proudly represented our school and our town so well. Turning now to the theatre. theatre. Bowmanvilie High School has always been proud of its plays and this year was no exception. Many students, like Erika. Jeff, Jodi, Alana, Rachael and many others seemed destined for the bright lights of the city if their performances performances over the years were any indication. Last years Ê reduction of "Done to leath" was especially memorable memorable because so many of our class were involved in major rolls. The shows were, how did you say it Geoff "Good all Good". These results results were due in no small part to the talented and selfless selfless efforts of Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Lindop, Mr. Sobil and Mrs. Laurence. We can also boast other entertainers. Anytime the thermometer dips below freezing we recall Mr .Parker and the High School Band's annual participation in the Santa Claus Parade. Their labours paid off with visits to Expo, and New Orleans. These trips are largely thanks to the fantastic fundraising fundraising efforts of the band parente. Not all our memories were derived directly from school organizations. Many proved to be much more spontaneous. Take for example example the productions from the back row of Economics which frequently earned a rank of 10 out of 10. There was also Drivers Ed. that helped so many of us. Did ou take that course Marty? " en there was the Out- There s a titre /wit oh thisprice/ 1405 King St. E., Oshawa 433-0135 Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. 8 am - 5:30 pm Thurs., Frl. 8 am - 8 pm Sat. 9 am - 4 pm doorsmen's Club which often often proved the perfect escape escape from restraint and convention. Many of us also shared a love for Jimmy Williams and the Toronto Blue Jays. I recall on one occasion occasion happening upon a number or my jolly classmates classmates at a game. Many of us sat together in the grandstands. grandstands. But the question still lingers as to where Rhonda sat? On a more serious note, we look back with great respect respect for the efforts of the Student Council and the.effective the.effective job it did. We owe a special thank you to Mr. Smith and Mr. Sobil who, through their unflagging support helped the council contribute greatly to oiir high school agenda. Scott Veals and Geoff Thompson deserve special recognition for their hard work in a thankless job. There is another group that deserve our appreciation. appreciation. I speak, of course, of our parents, who have guided and supported us all through the years. We will remember the values they have taught us, as we now take a large step into the adult world and 'are faced with an ever growing growing number of responsibilities. responsibilities. Each of us has dreams and aspirations, and we will need ambition and courage to make them come true. Tonight Tonight is Commencement. By its very meaning it signals the beginning of this new stage in our lives. It is time now to forge ahead in our chosen fields and to put to use the many lessons, we have learned. We leave Bowmanvilie High School tonight knowing knowing that the knowledge we have acquired ana the friendships we have formed will remain a part of us for years to come. On behalf of the graduating class of 1988 thank you and Good Night. David Smith Valedictorian 1988. Yelverton News by H. Malcolm Goodyear has awarded its 1988 Spirit Award to right are: Reg Bowen, Ron White (last year's win- Darla Killingbeck. She won, in part, because of her ner), Charlie Trim, and Nate Casteel (plant manag- "outstanding leadership, dedication, and hard work er). They all went out for lunch to celebrate on Noin Noin all areas of life." With Darla above from left to vember 8. On Sunday, October 30, we had our first real taste of winter in this area - the snow was all covered with ground or vice-versa. We never consider consider it a real snowfall unless there is enough to, make a snowball. This time there was enough to make a snowman snowman - an emaciated snowman snowman perhaps - but nevertheless nevertheless a snowman. And compared to other areas to the north and east where the snowfall was much greater. On Sunday, two baptisms took place in Yelverton United United Church (which we missed) Charles Robert McCullough, infant son of Phyllis and George McCullough McCullough of Yelverton and grandson of Ray and Eileen McCullough and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Staples; Jacob Martin McCabe second son of Gordon and Jill McCabe of Lotus and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Stan McCabe of Lotus and Mr. and Mrs. Archie Martyn of Orono. If there was a "chill factor" noticeable noticeable on Sunday a.m., it could be attributed to the absent absent mindness of the monthly monthly caretaker who completely forgot to turn on the furnace. Yelverton U.C.W. met on Thursday this week at the home of Mrs. Janet Spence- ley in Lindsay. Sorry no details! details! The family • of Mr. Dan Gould of Dieppe, New Brunswick Brunswick (near Moncton) were? • pleased to have a visit this week from their dad. The family also attended the 40th Wedding Anniversary of Dan's sister and her husband - Mr. and Mrs. Rolland Hebert Hebert of Hillsburg (near Orangeville) Orangeville) on Saturday evening evening when some 80-90 friends and relatives congregated for the happy occasion. Dan will be visiting with members members of his family during this' coming week in this area. Happy holidays to Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wilson of Janetville. Mr. and Mrs. Robt Sisson and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Smith of Bethany who are currently holidaying in Florida. Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Stinson and Lacey motored to Hillsburg Hillsburg on Saturday evening to attend Nancy's aunt and uncles uncles wedding anniversary. The 40th Wedding observation observation for Noreen and Donald Donald Johnson was well attended attended with around 70 close relatives and friends and neighbours present to pay their respects on this happy occasion. The newlyweds of yesteryear were married on November 6,1948 at the residence residence of the groom's parents, parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson of Cadmus. Present for the occasion were the bridesmaid Mrs. Jean (Black) Bennett and the best man, Don's brother Leslie. Leslie. A pleasant social afternoon afternoon was enjoyed when relatives relatives and friends renewed old acquaintances - some for the first time in many years. A large wedding cake had been provided for the occasion occasion which was much enjoyed enjoyed following tea and sandwiches. Local neighbours neighbours assisted in serving the bounteous lunch along with the Johnson's children - Carl and Lisa. Guests were present from Oshawa, Bowmanvilie, Bowmanvilie, Courtice, Cavan and other points plus a number number of local folk from Yelverton Yelverton and neighbouring communities. communities. All join in wishing Noreen and Donald many more happily married years together. 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